Niantic Harristown High School - Echo Yearbook (Niantic, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1960 volume:

THE '60 ECHO Senior Published by Class Publications Niantic - Harristown High School Niantic, Illinois Volume XIV Co-Editors Shannon Kirk Tom Cropper Dedication During the course of our years in school, we have known many joys and disappoint- ments. Typical of all teenagers, we needed the understanding and guidance which both of you so willingly gave us. MRS. RACHEL ASH 4 And so, we, the Senior Class of I960, wish to dedicate this Echo to you, Mrs. Rachel Ash, and to you, Mrs. Helena Jones, for your time, given so willingly and cheerfully for the betterment of the school, and your loyalty and sincerity to all. MRS. HELENA JONES Administration ---------------------------- 7 Seniors -----------------------------------15 Classes ___________________________________27 Organizations______________________________37 Sports_____________________________________55 Junior High _______________________________65 Advertising _______________________________71 Contents Teachers Casuals 6 Administration Board of Education The Board of Education, headed by Mr. Herschel Pritchett, has brought about a great many changes in the past year. The Board also played a tremendous part in acquiring the Centennial Field. Every year the Board takes on great responsibilities. It is up to them to hire the best of teachers for the Niantic School District, to keep the school in good shape, and to make any needed changes. We owe much appreciation to the men who assume these respon- sibilities and keep our school running smoothly and efficiently. Left to Right: Mr. Carl Dunn, Mr. Donald Bruce, Mr. Howard Parish, Secretary; Mr. Clyde Dial; Mr. Herschel Pritchett, President; Mr. Kenneth Rankin; and Mr. John Carr. Superintendent MR. J. B. JOHNSON Mr. J. B. Johnson has completed his sixth year as super- intendent of Unit District No. 6. During that time he has placed the welfare of our school district as his primary inter- est. He is continually striving to do what is most beneficial to the students. To foster a spirit of friendliness, good sports- manship, and good will is his chief objective. The school board, faculty, and students have come to depend on his leadership and guidance in the many problems and affairs of the unit. Mrs. June Pedigo replaced Miss Dorothy Hoose as Mr. Johnson’s secretary during the first semester. The cheerful- ness and cooperation of both secretaries have proved an as- set to our school. MRS. JUNE PEDIGO MISS DOROTHY HOOSE Principal MRS. CALELLA BLACK During the four years Mr. Tom Goins has been principal at Niantic-Harristown High School, many students have come to depend on him for advice in scholastic and personal prob- lems. His understanding leadership has served as an inspira- tion to faculty and students. Mr. Goins has constantly sought ways to improve our school. His unceasing efforts have aided in establishing N.H.H.S. as one of the finer small schools in Illinois. A welcome addition to N.H.H.S. is Mrs. Calella Black. As Mr. Goin's secretary, she was able to relieve him of numer- ous tasks. Her efficiency and cheerfulness kept the office run- ning smoothly. MR. TOM GOINS MR. H. LEE ANGUS B.S., M.A. Kirksville State Teachers College; Carthage Col- lege; Quincy College Mathematics, Physics MR. GERALD BRAMEL B.S. Illinois State Normal Uni- versity; Millikin University Industrial Arts, Driver Training MISS CECILIA BOWER B.M.E. Illinois Wesleyan Uni- versity Vocal Music MRS. JEAN GIFT B.S. Illinois State Normal Uni- versity Physical Education, Health MRS. RACHEL ASH A.B. Millikin University English, Latin MISS CHRISTINE CAMPBELL B.S. Eastern Illinois University Mathematics, Science, Biology MRS. GLORIA KOWA B.S. Millikin University 10 Education, Health MISS LOIS LOVELESS Blackbura College; B.S. Eastern Illinois University English, French MRS. JANET TURNEY MULVANEY B.S. University of Illinois Home Economics MR. DON NETTLETON B.S. University of Illinois Agriculture MR. DON RICHARDSON B.S. Eastern Illinois University; San Diego State College Physical Education - Coach MR. KENNETH SMITH B.S. Eastern Illinois University Band, Music MRS. MARJORIE RISSER B.S. Illinois State Normal Uni- versity Speech, Speech Correction MRS. RUTH SHAW B.S. Illinois State Normal Uni- versity Comprehensive Business MR. FRANK VAN DOREN B.S., M.A. Millikin University Physical Education • Coach. World History, American His- ] ] tory, Civics, Economics Left to Right: A. Cochran, D, Furstenberg, T. Whiteside. Maintenance Staff The school year 1959-60 has brought many new responsibilities and jobs for our maintenance staff. We would like to express our appreciation to these people who made it possible for us to come to school, eat nourishing meals, and who make our building warm, neat, and as pleasing as possible. Left to Right: C. Elder, C. Pollard, C. Fitch. Mrs. Rotz Left to Right: Linda Salsberry, Marge Bair, Janet Lowe, Linda Camp, Richard Speckman. Seniors Completing 12 Years Together Left to Right: John Timmons, Darrell Timmons, Carole Rcchkemmer, Harold Pritchett, Jerry McDaniel. Seniors Senior Class Officers Janet Lowe, Secretary; Hal Pritchett, Vice- President; Richard Speckman, Treasurer; Tom Cropper, President. DAR Award Martha Williams, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Williams of Harristown, is this year’s D. A. R. award winner. She was selected from the senior class on the following qualities: dependability, leader- ship, patriotism, and service. Three girls were selected from the class by the senior students. From these three, the faculty chose the one dis- playing most nearly, in their opinion, these qualities of citizenship. Martha has been F. H. A. Vice-President and President; Harvest Queen Candidate; a member of band, chorus, G.A.A., Echo Staff, Tattler Staff, Creative Writing, Junior and Senior play casts, and Stu- dent Council. JON ROYAL CLAPP If you can't study — don't. No need to worry; 1 won't!' Lcttcrmcn’s Club 1, 2, 3, Secretary 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; March of Dimes Skit 1; Sergeant at Arms 3; Jr. Play Cast; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Football 3, 4; All-State Chorus 3; Sr. Play Cast; Tattler Staff; Carnival Comm. 4. SHARON ELAINE COMBS You don't have to hang from a tree to be a nut. :.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; G.A.A. 1, 2, 3; March of Dimes Skit 1; Concert Band 2, 3, 4; Camera [dub 3; Student Council 3, 4; Jr. Play Cast; Jr. lay Comm. Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Marching Jand 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Carnival Comm. 4; Sr. Play Cast; Creative Writing; Tattler Itaff; Annual Staff. THOMAS LYNN CROPPER What'ere your lot may be, paddle your own canoe!' Concert Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Property Manager 2, 4, Vice-President 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 2; Basketball 1, 2; Track 1, 2; Science Club 1, 2, 3, President 3; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; March of Dimes Skit 1; Marching Band 1, 2; Tribunal 1; solo Ensemble 1, 2; Honor Society 2, 3, 4; vootball 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Prom lomm. 3; Jr. Play Cast; Carnival Comm. 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 3, 4; Annual Co-Editor 4; Quill k Scroll 4. DIXIE LEE FREEMAN Happiness is meant to be shared. j.A.A. 1; F.H.A. 1, 3, 4; Class Secretary 1; dass Treasurer 3; Camera Club 3; Jr. Play Cast; ’rom Comm.; Librarian 3; Homecoming Queen i; Creative Writing 4; Annual Staff 4; Tattler •taff 4; Carnival Comm. 3, 4; Sr. Play Director. CHARLES DOUGLAS BAILEY Wake up, America; here I am!' F.F.A. 1; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Librarian 1; March of Dimes Skit 1; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1, 2; Science Club 1, 2; Lettcrmcn's Club 2, 3, 4; Football 3, 4; Prom Comm.; Base- ball 4; Sr. Play Cast; Carnival Comm. MARJORIE ELAINE BAIR Common sense is not so common. F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr. Play Committee Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Office Cadet 4; Sr. Play Comm.; Librarian 4; Creative Writing 4; Carnival Comm. 4; Annual Staff 4; Tattler Staff 4. MARTHA LINDA CAMP 'Two dimples tack her smile in place. Class Treasurer 1; Library Cadet 1; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; March of Dimes Skit 1; Science Club 2; G.A.A. 2; F.H.A. 2, 3, 4, Historian Degree Chr. 4; Jr. Play Comm.; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Sr. Play Comm; Office Cadet 4; Carnival Comm. 4. KATHLEEN ANNE GRUTTER A rose is a rose is a rose ” F.H.A. 3; G.A.A. 3; Chorus 3; Jr. Play Comm.; Librarian 3; Tattler 4; Creative Writing 4; Sr. Play Comm; Carnival Comm. 4; Senior Play. DAVID RONALD HICKMAN A personality that speaks for itself” March of Dimes Skit I; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Letter- men's Club 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3; Student Council 3, 4, Vice-President 3; Jr. Play Comm.; Football 3; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Carnival Comm. 3, 4; Sr. Play Cast; Harvest King Candidate; Magazine Sales Mgr. 3. ORVAL DALE KEPPLER RUTH ELLEN HEIDLEBAUGH Honesty is the best policy ” G.A.A. 1, 3, 4; F.H.A. 1, 2; Phy-Bio-Chem 2; Cancer Essay Contest 2nd; Y.F.C. 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm. 3; Tattler Staff. A gleam of merry mischief glints within his eye.” Librarian 2, 3; Football 3; Camera Club 3; Carnival Comm. 4; Jr. Play Comm.; Sr. Play Comm. SHANNON NELSON KIRK Whatever it is, I'm against it: RICHARD DEAN HEINZ Never too busy to join in the fun, always there when there's no work to be done” F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Judging Contest 2, 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm. 3; Jr. Play Comm.; Sr. Play Cast; Carnival Comm. 4. G.A.A. 1, 2; Chorus 1, 2; F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Publicity Chr. 4; March of Dimes Skit 1; Science Club 1, 2; Cancer Essay Contest 3rd; Honor Society 3, 4; Jr. Play Cast; Sr. Play Comm.; Office Cadet 4; Annual Co-Editor 4; Quill Scroll 4; Carnival Comm. 4. JAMES MARTIN LENGSFELD We could call him a quiet man, but we know him too well” Baseball 1, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Librarian 1, 2, 3; Lettermen's Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Football 4; Sr. Play Cast; Tattler Staff; Homecoming Escort. SHARON KAY QUALLS '7 silence were golden, she'd have millions! F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr. Play Comm. 3; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm. 3; Sr. Play Comm.; Tattler Staff 4; Annual Staff 4; Librarian 4; Creative Writ- ing 4. CAROLE JO RECHKEMMER '7 can resist everything except temptation! Student Council 1; Chorus 1, 2; G.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4: Class Treasurer 2; Cheer- leader 2, 3, 4; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Jr. Play Cast; Sr. Play Director; Tattler Staff; Quill Scroll; Office Cadet 4; Harvest Queen Candidate 4; Carnival Comm. 4. RORY KEITH SMITH Strength of mind is exercise, not rest! March of Dimes Skit 1; Carnival 2, 3, 4; Foot- ball 3; Librarian 3, 4; Jr. Play Comm. 3; Camera Club 3; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm. 3; Senior Play Cast 4; Sr. Play Comm. 4. JANET DURFLINGER LOWE A pleasant smile, a winning way, But never much to say! Concert Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Tribunal 1, 2, 3, Vice- President 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3; Pep Band 1, 2, 3; Harvest Queen Candidate 1; F.H.A. 1, 2, 4, Secretary 4; G.A.A. 1, 2, 3; March of Dimes Skit 1; Office Cadet 2, 3; Solo En- semble Club 2, 3; Student Council 2; Dance Band 3; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm. 3; Jr. Play Cast; Camera Club 3; Creative Writing 4; Carnival Comm. 4. JERRY EDWARD MCDANIEL Just call me Maverick.” Basketball 4; Sr. Play Cast; Carnival Comm. 4. LINDA LEE SALSBERRY '7 could be good, but then — Oh, Gee! lt s much more fun not to be.” G.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2; Librarian 1, 2, 4; March of Dimes Skit 1; Class Secretary 2; Office Cadet 2, 3, 4; Harvest Queen Candidate 2; Home- coming Queen Candidate 2; Jr. Play Cast 3; Jr.- Sr. Prom Comm.; Sr. Play Cast; Tattler Staff; Creative Writing; Carnival Comm. 4. HAROLD HEINLE PRITCHETT Quick to smile, ready to laugh; of all he has he'll give you half” Class Officer President 2, Vice-President 1, 3, 4; Jr. Play Cast; Sr. Play Cast; King of Harvest Dance 4; Science Club 2; Jr. Prom Committee; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 3, President 4; Tat- tler Staff Annual Staff Business Manager; Office Cadet 1; Lettermen's Club, President 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2; Pep Band 1; National Honor Society, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Captain 3, 4; March of Dimes Skit 1; Carnival Committee 4; Homecoming Queen Escort 3, 4; Quill Scroll 4. RICHARD ORVILLE SPECKMAN Patience is a necessary ingredient of genius! Business Manager of Magazine Sales 2, 3; Prom Comm. 3; Jr. Play Cast; Sr. Play Cast; Honor Society 3, 4; Class Treasurer 4; Tattler Staff 4; Annual Staff 4; Business Mgr. of Tattler and Annual 4. DARRELL ALFRED TIMMONS Underneath his quietness lies his true sincerity! Concert Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Tribunal 4; Pep Band 1� 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Solo Ensemble Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Honor Band 1, 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Reporter 4; Dance Band 2, 3, 4; Jr. Play Comm.; Tattler Staff 4; Sr. Play Comm. JOHN CLAYPOOL TIMMONS Steady, studious, sincere, seven days a week! Concert Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Tattler Staff 4. JOHN LEE TRAVIS 'Tor men may come and men may go. But I go on forever! Jr. Play Cast; Jr.-Sr. Prom Committee 3; Sr. Play Cast; Annual Staff; Carnival Committee 4. MARY ALICE VAUGHN True to her word, her work, and her friends.” Concert Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Marching Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 1, 2, 3; F.H.A. 1; Phy-Bio-Chem 2, 3; Honor Band 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Tattler Staff 3, 4; Solo Ensemble 3; Quill Scroll 4; Tribunal 4. MARTHA JEANETTE WILLIAMS As merry as the day is long, sometimes.” F. H.A. I, 2, 3, 4, Vice-President 3, President 4; G. A.A. 1, 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3; March of Dimes Skit 1; Student Council 2, 3, 4; Concert and 2, 3, 4; Camera Club 3, Secretary; Marching Band 3, 4; Pep Band 3, 4; Jr. Play Cast; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Sr. Play Cast; Tattler Staff 4; An- nual Staff 4; D.A.R. Winner, 4; Carnival Comm. 4; Creative Writing; Harvest Queen Candidate 4; Office Cadet 3. CLIFFORD LAWRENCE WININGS A litte nonsense now and then Is relished by the best of men.” Student Council 1, 4, President 4; Basketball 2, Magazine Sales Manager 2, 3; Track 3, 4; Dance Band 3, 4; Jr. Play Cast; Sr. Play Cast; Jr.-Sr. Prom Comm.; Carnival Comm. 4; Honor Society 3, 4, President 4; Tattler Co-Editor 4. Seated: John Travis, Richard Speckman, Dick Heinz, Clifford Winings, Rory Smith. Standing: Linda Salsbcrry, David Hickman, Sharon Combs, Tom Cropper, Martha Williams, Harold Pritchett, Jon Clapp, Doug Bailc7, Jim Lengsfeld. ' Arsenic and Old Lace” The Senior Class play Arsenic and Old Lace” was presented at the Harristown Grade School. The play is a story of two old ladies and their three nephews. As Of- ficer Klien observes, What a shame; a nice family like the Brewsters had to hatch a cuckoo.” The story is a combination of love, intrigue, suspense, violence, and lots of laughs plus a very surprising ending. 1 f The cast is as follows: Abby Brewster_________ Martha Brewster Teddy Brewster - __ Mortimer Brewster _ . Jonathon Brewster M r. Harper___________ Elaine Harper_________ Officer Brophy ------- Sharon Combs Martha Williams _ Tom Cropper David Hickman ___Hal Pritchett Dick Speckman _ Linda Salsberry John Travis Officer Klien ____________ Jim Lengsfeld Dr. Einstien _________________ Jon Clapp Officer O’Hara________________Rory Smith Lt. Rooney____________________Doug Bailey Afr. Witherspoon _________ Cliff Winings Mr. Gibbs ___________________ Dick Heinz Mrs. Risser was the director with the help of Dixie Freeman and Carole Rechkemmer, student directors. Did somebody whistle??? Senior Casuals Junior-Senior Prom The Junior-Senior Prom was held at the Decatur Club on April 25, 1959. After a steak dinner, Harold Pritchett, master of ceremonies, introduced the two seniors who read the Senior Class will and prophecy. The theme, Stairway to the Stars,” set a fanciful mood for everyone. The decora- tions were many-colored balloons suspended from the ceiling and behind Charlie Morris's band, stairs brightly shining with glitter leading to the sky. The band played a special song dedicated to the queen, Linda Faulin, and the king, Larry Nix. Following the dance the colorful comedy, Showboat, was presented at the Illiop- olis Theatre. Immediately after the movie, hot coffee and doughtnuts were served at the Harristown Grade School. 25 JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS — B. Sullivan, Treasurer; J. Waddell, Presi- dent; H. .Moffett, Secretary; D. Win- ings, Vice-President. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS — R. Roberts, President; J. Timmons, Vice-President; Sheila Oliver, Secre- tary; Norma Williams, Treasurer. FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS — Sue Stahl, President; R. Lane, Vice- President; J. Fluegge, Secretary; D. Delaney, Treasurer. 26 Roger Arnold Dennis Bailey Harvey Beckham Lynda Brinkoetter John Carr Mary Sue Caudle Robert Chamberlain David Cochran Robert Combs Karla Cunningham Barbara Davidson Sharon Fox Bob Hutchings John Kaufman Penny Kellow Bettsy Kiser Carolyn Knisley Maxine Major Kay Mauck Beverly McGeorge J WJ0O-2C Ruth Ann Nordmey Mary Plain Richard Rig Janet Rigsby Cecil Royce Tom Rozanski Richard Schrishuhn Diana Smith Duane Smith Lynda Smith Sharon Snider Marilyn Stewart Betty Jo Sullivan Dale Travis Roger Trusner Phil Tucker Jone Ubbenga Jim Waddell Charles Walters David Winnings The Junior Class presented My Sister Eileen,” a three-act comedy, on April 1, I960. The play is the story of two sisters from Columbus, Ohio, Eileen and Ruth Sherwood, who went to New York to seek their fortunes as actress and authoress. Eileen was sweet, innocent, and unassuming, besides being invariably attractive to men, while Ruth was — well, the practical type. They fell into the clutches of Ap- popolus, the greasy landlord of a Greenwich Village apartment house, who tricked them into a thirty-day lease on one of his studios. They also met Frank Lip- pencott, the sly, quiet manager of Liggetts Drug- store; Mr. Baker, the sophisticated magazine editor; Chic Clark, the newspaper reporter with question- able intentions; Violet, a spiritual-type entertainer; the Ramblin Wreck, ex-football player from you- know-where; his new wife Helen; and six future ad- mirals of the Brazilian Navy. 30 My Sister Eileen Air. Appopolus ______ Ruth Sherwood - _ Eileen Sherwood Jensen ______________ A pair of drunks Lonigan ------------- The Ramblin Wreck Mr. Fletcher ________ Helen Loomis_________ Frank Lip pen cot t __ Russian Cossack _ - Violet Shelton ______ Street Vender Mrs. Wade ___________ Robert Baker ________ Six Future Admirals Walter Sherwood - A prospective tenant The Brazilian Consul ------------------- John Carr ____________ Mary Sue Caudle Lynda Brinkoetter ------------------ Jim Andrews Dave Bennyhoff, Jim Andrews --------------- Phillip Tucker _________________ Max Muirheid ------------------- Dale Travis ------------ Beverly McGeorge Jim Waddell ........ _ Dave Bennyhoff ________________ Sharon Snider ___________________ Dale Travis ___________ Betty Jo Sullivan _________________ Dave Winings Dale Travis, Roger Trusner, Phillip Tucker, Bob Combs, Roger Arnold, Harvey Beckham .._____________ John Kaufman _______________Marilyn Stewart __________________Tom Rozanski Betry Armstrong Wanda Bair Larry Ball Jack Belcher Leonard Brackett Marcia Gambrill Ralph Groves Linda Hart Jim Hartman David Havener James Heidlebaugh Jean Hickman Steve Hofferkamp Jim Larson Wayne Loguc Judy Timmons Tony Timmons Pete Ward Norma Williams Phillip Williams Fresh 34 Dorothy Embrey Gene Epperson Doug Faulin Judy Flucgge David Freeze Betty Gipson Gary Hart Norma Hawkins Dan Hedenburg Sue Hutchings Jim Jones Violet Jestis % Organizations □ Student Council Front Rou: Sharon Combs, Martha Williams, Marilyn Stewart, Linda Hart, Donna Arnold, Mary Zienkosky. Back Row: Clifford Winings, David Hickman, John Carr, Duane Smith, Dan Cole, Ray Robinson. MRS. HILL Advisor Student government at Niantic is in the hands of the Student Council. The Council is made up of three representatives from each class plus a presi- dent from the senior class and a faculty advisor. The ’59-'60 Student Council, under the leader- ship of president Clifford Winings, had a busy year. It was the co-ordinating body of Homecoming activ- ities and sponsor of the school Christmas program. American Education Week activities and a sav- ings stamp program for the grade school and junior high school were planned by the council. It also completed regular activities, such as dividing con- cession rights among the classes and sponsoring entertaining assemblies for the students. To keep it- self financially self-supporting, the council sold booster buttons as a money-making project. The council is a member of the Association of Student Councils. National Honor Society Seated: C Allan; M. Stewart; T. Cropper, Secretary-Treasurer: H. Pritchett, Vice-President: C. Witlings, President; R. Speckman; D. Winings; J. Carr; S. Kirk. Standing: Mr. Goins, T. Rozanski, M. Muirheid, Mrs. Ash. The National Honor Society is comprised of students maintain- ing a 4.5 grade average and displaying characteristics of scholarship, leadership, character, and service. An ail-school assembly is held once a year to admit sophomores who fill the requirements into the Society as probationary members. At the same time, junior members are installed as regular members. All members, accompanied by Mrs. Ash, Mr. Goins, and Mr. J. B. Johnson, attend a banquet and evening's entertainment as guests of the school board. Membership in the National Honor Society is considered one of the highest honors granted by high schools. 39 Tattler Niantic's school newspaper, the Tic- Town Tattler, is a senior publication issued on an extracurricular basis. The staff, headed by co-editors Mary Vaughn and Clifford Winings, consisted of mem- bers of the senior class and two junior representatives, Carol Allan and Mary Sue Caudle. In its twelfth year, the paper was under the able and experienced direc- tion of Mrs. Rachel Ash and was printed by H. J. Wible of Mt. Pulaski. The Tattler is published on the aver- age of six times a year with the intervals between editions averaging four or five weeks. The seniors distributed from 825 to 950 free copies of each edition to advertisers, students, and other interested people requesting them. The paper is financed through the advertising of businessmen in this and neighboring communities. Mary Vaughn, Clifford Winings, Co-Ediion; Richard Spcckman, Harold Pritchett, Business Managers. Row One, Back: J. Clapp, J. Lowe, S. Qualls, M. Bair, Mrs. Ash, C. Allan, C. Rechkemmcr, T. Cropper. Row Two: J. Lengsfeld, D. Freeman, S. Combs, R. Smith, M. Caudle, M. Vaughn, L. Salsbcrry, S. Kirk. Row Three: H. Pritchett, D. Hickman, J. Travis, R. Speckman, J. Timmons, C. Winings, K. Grutter. Row Four: J. Mc- Daniel, D. Heinz, D. Timmons, D. Keppler, D. Bailey, R. Heidle- baugh. Echo The Echo is published by the Senior Class once a year to provide a pictorial ac- count of the year’s events. The annual was planned and laid out during regular meet- ing after school. Juniors were selected to serve on the staff as class representatives in order to ob- tain practical experience to fill positions on next year's staff. The entire staff was appointed by Co- Editors, Shannon Kirk and Tom Cropper; Richard Spcckman and Harold Pritchett were Business Managers. Miss Loveless and Mrs. Hill were advisors. Co-Editors Tom Cropper, Shannon Kirk STAFF: Front Row: M. Bair, M. Williams, S. Combs, L. Salsberry, D. Freeman. Row Two: S. Qualls, M. Stewart, C. Rechkemmer. Row Three: R. Speckman, H. Pritchett, T. Cropper, S. Kirk. Q u I 1 L S L c R A 0 N L D L M. Vaughn, S Kirk, C. Rech kcramtr, T Cropper, H Pritchett, C W i n i n g s, R S pec k m an, J T ravis. The Quill and Scroll is an international high school journalistic society. Its pur- pose is to recognize schools and students doing outstanding work in journalism and to encourage individual initiative in creative writing for journalism and allied fields. Students accepted for membership must have participated on the Tattler or Echo staff and must have done superior work in writing, editing, or business management. Members must rate scholastically in the upper third of their class and must be rec- ommended by the publication advisors, Mrs. Ash and Miss Loveless. The written work of the students must then be approved by the executive secretary of the society before admission to membership. c R E A T I V E W R I T I N G Left to Right: S. Qualls, K. Gruttcr, L. Sals- berry, M. Bair, S. Combs, D. Freeman. Not pictured: M. Williams. Showboat” Showboat was this year's theme for the annual senior carnival, a money-making project sponsored by the seniors for school publications. It was held January 23 in the high school gym. In addition to the carnival attractions, a Minstrel Show was given in the study hall. There were valuable door prizes given away. Included were electrical appliances, sports equipment, stuffed animals, and baskets of groceries. The senior mothers and advisors took charge of the jitney supper. Games in the booths provided entertainment for everyone who came. 43 Row One: L. Smith, B. Kiser, S. Snider, D. Freeman, K. Maude. J. Lowe, L. Camp, M. Williams, L. Hart, S. Kirk, L. Brinkoettcr, N. Williams, J. Hickman, M. Kiser, M. Bair. Row Tuo: Mrs. Mulvaney, T. Freeman, C. Knisley, H. Moffett, M. Stewart, Jill Ubbcnga, C. Riley', A. Clark, B. Logue, N. Brix, V. Jestis, N. Hawkins, B. Gipson, J. Sigmon, P. Ward, B. Mauldin . .Row Three: K. Cunningham, B. Sullivan, J. Rigsby, C. Manley, L. Allen, B. Davidson, M. Major, M. Zienkosky, S. Stahl, S. Parish, J. Fluegge, C. Ervin, M. Gambrill, A. Furstenburg. Row four: J. Davis, K. Davis, S. Oliver, D. Embrey, D. Smith, S. Combs, B. McGeorge, C. Rechkemmer, L. Salsberry, Jone Ubbenga, P. Mcader, J. Qualls, J. Buster, S. Qualls. Future Flomemakers of America The Future Homemakers of America is a youth organization formed for the purpose of furthering interest and knowledge in the field of home- making. Its members are continually striving to grow as individuals and future citizens. In doing so, they choose definite goals toward which they need and want to work in attaining their Junior, Chapter, and State Degrees. The Niantic Chapter of F.H.A. under the guidance of Mrs. Janet Turney Mulvaney, was comprised this year of sixty-one members. Officers serving fall and winter terms were elected the preceding spring, and new members were initiated in January. Chapter mothers, who gave their loyal and en- couraging support, were Mrs. T. R. Stewart and Mrs. Sam Williams. During regular monthly meetings, numerous activities were planned throughout the year. Among the money-making projects were Candy Sales, Christmas Dance, Hobo Day, and the serving of the Civics Club Banquet. Other annual events were Ma, Pa Me Pot luck, Rally Day, F.H.A. Week, the F.H.A. Banquet, and the Style Show. MRS. JANET TURNEY MULVANEY Advisor OFFICERS — Seated: J. Hickman, Projects Chairman; K. Mauck, Parliamentarian and Membership Chairman; L. Brinkoettcr, Treas- urer; J. Lowe, Secretary; M. Williams, Presi- dent: L. Hart, Vice-President. Standing: S. Kirk, Public Relations Chairman; N. Wil- liams, Recreation Chairman; L. Camp, His- torian and Degrees Chairman. Row One: Dave Cochran, Dick Heinz, John Timmons, John Carr, Richard Rigg, Darrell Tim- mons, Mr. Nertlcton. Row Two: Phil Tucker, Ray Robinson, Bob Koonce, Ralph Grossman. Row Three: Roy Dale Lane, Bill Lowry, Charles Walter, Cecil Royce, Tony Timmons, Max Muirheid. Future Farmers MR. NETTLETON Advisor America The Niantic FFA Chapter is made up of a group of boys studying vocational agriculture. The main purposes of this organization are to develop agricultural leadership, to promote good citizenship, and to further cooperation. Among the many activities of the organization are the Harvest Queen Dance which was sponsored by the FHA and the FFA, a trip to Kansas City to the National FFA Convention, the State FFA Convention at Springfield, various judging contests held in the area, basketball games with nearby FFA chapters, and a Father-Son Banquet in the spring. 45 left to Right: Bob Koonce, Mary Zienkosky, Ron Patterson, Carol Manley, David Winings, Carole Rechkemmer, Mr. Nettleton, Hal Pritchett, King: Carol Allan, Queen; David Hickman, Martha Williams, Janet Rigsby, Bob Hutchings, Linda Hart, Dan Cole, Sue Stahl, Dennis Delaney. 46 Harvest Queen Dance The Nianric F.H.A. combined with the F.F.A. to sponsor the annual Harvest Dance. Carol Allan, a Junior and Hal Pritchett, a senior, were crowned Harvest King and Queen of I960 by Mr. Nettleton, F.F.A. advisor, on December 12, 1959- The dance featured Fred Athey's orchestra. The Harristown Grade School was decorated with clouds of blue angel hair. Refreshments were served after the coronation. Row One, 1 ft to Right: M. Vaughn, S. Parish, J. Kaufman, M. Cropper, S. Songer, A. Travis, M. Stewart, C. Allan, J. Flueggc, M. Caudle. Row Two: S. Snider, J. Speasl, M. Parish, M. Larson, R. Walton, T. Summers, A. Furstenburg, R. Chamberlain, D. Tucker, S. Combs, S. Stahl. Row Three: J. Horve, A. Drag- strum, J. Ubbenga, J. Greider, B. Patterson, J. Cross, L. Vaughn, J. Robinson, P. Furstenburg, B. Combs, R. Mueller, S. Parish, J. Jones, John Timmons, T. Cropper, J. Larson, M. Rosctto, J. Myers, R. Chamberlain, R. Roberts. Row Four: M. Flamm, M. Williams, J. Waddell, J. Camp, Jim Timmons, Mr. Smith, P. Tucker, Jerry Timmons, D. Timmons, D. Butterfield. T rihunal The Tribunal, composed of the band officers and class representatives, is the gov- erning body of the band. Mr. Smith serves as the Tribunal advisor. Seated: J. Lowe, J. Waddell, J. Speasl, T. Cropper, J. Jones, D. Timmons, S. Stahl. Standing: A. Furstenburg, M. Caudle, C. Al- lan, M. Vaughn. Dance Band The most recent organization of the Music Department is the Dance Band, directed by Mr. Kenneth Smith. Members are chosen from the Concert Band. The Dance Band is in its second year of pro- viding music for dances and other activities. This year, as a money-making project, the Dance Band sponsored a stage show, Serenade to You. Row One: C. Allan, J. Camp, M. Flamm, R. Roberts, R. Chamberlain, J. Larson, J. Fluegge, M. Caudle. Row Two: D. Butterfield, M. Williams, J. Myers, M. Vaughn, S. Parish, J. Kauf- man, M. Stewart, S. Snider, J. Speasl. Row Three: J. Waddell, T. Summers, A. Furstenburg, B. Chamberlain, S. Combs, D. Tucker. Row Four: D. Tim- mons, B. Mueller, S. Parish, J. Jones, J. Timmons, T. Cropper, Mr. Smith. Row One: B. Chamberlain, D. Tucker S. Combs, S. Stahl, S. Parish, J Kaufman. Row Two: M. Vaughn, R Roberts, R. Chamberlain, J. Myers, B Mueller, S. Parish, J. Jones, J. Tim mons, T. Cropper. Row Three: J Waddell, D. Timmons, Mr. Smith. Pep Band The Pep Band, consisting of twenty-nine members, provided entertainment for bas- ketball games and pep sessions. The mem- bers were chosen from the high school Con- cert Band. Marching Band The Marching Band has now com- pleted its second year under the direc- tion of Mr. Kenneth Smith. Junior and senior high school members are selected from the Concert Band. The music and various formations of the Marching Band added spirit to every home football game. MAJORETTES L. Brinkoetter; S. Snider, Drum Majorette; Marcia Gambrill Back Row: C. Riley, S. Snider, T. Cropper, D. Bailey, H. Pritchett, N. Williams, M. Gambrill, C. Manley. Second Row: J. Murrell, B. Kiser, L. Camp, J. Waddell, J. Hickman, J. Kaufman. Third Row: C. Allan, R. Muel- ler, D. Murrell, J. Clapp. Front Row: S. Parish, M. Major, N. Hawkins. Chorus The Niantic-Harristown Chorus, consisting of interested high school students, is under the direc- tion of Miss Cecilia Bower. The chorus has had a very busy year. Its mem- bers have been working very hard on various pro- grams which were given throughout the year. One of many activities held was the all-state chorus at the University of Illinois in February. MISS CECILIA BOWER Advisor OFFICERS: N. Williams, J. Clapp, H. Pritchett, J. Waddell, J. Kaufman. Top Rote: D. Hedenberg, Bob Byers, D. Havener. Row Two: Bill Byers, B. Muel- ler. Row Three: J. Jones, D. Faulin, J. Speasl. Bottom Row: J. Fluegge, J. Camp, Miss Campbell. Phy-Bio-Chem Club The Phy-Bio-Chem Club was formed seven years ago at Niantic-Harristown High School for the purpose of furthering inter- est and knowledge in the study of physics, biology, chemistry, and mathematics. High school students interested in any of these fields are eligible for membership. They must be prepared to construct a proj- ect requiring research before they can be admitted into the club, and must continue projects each year of their membership. Many of these projects arc entered for judgment at the Illinois State Junior Academy of Science Fair. In addition to this, several field trips concerning various fields of science are taken. The club is a member of Science Clubs of America. Y.F.C. OFFICERS: M. Major, President; J. Kauf- man, Vice-President; Norma Hawkins, Sec- retary-Treasurer; J. Fluegge, Public Relations Chairman. Left to Right: John Camp, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer; Dave Havener,. Presi- dent; Miss Campbell, Advisor. Row One: P. Plain, M. Flamm, J. Harve, M. Larson, N. Hawkins, M. Major, J. Kaufman, J. Fluegge, K. Epperson, D. Merriman, L. Ford, W. Logue. Row Two: D. Elerick, C. Smith, S. Songer, J. Maulding, B. Maulding, M. Kiser, B. Gipson, K. Smith, D. Embrcy, K. Mathias, N. Brix. Row Three: E. Etchison, G. Allen, G. Lindig, R. Kaiser, J. Hancock, C. Beckham, D. Medenhall, D. Williams, P. Terneus. Row Four: Mrs. Estella Jones, J. Turner, R. Major, R. Hofferkamp, P. Furstcn- berg, L. Vaughn. Row Five: B. Logue, B. Major, M. Rosetto. The Niantic-Harristown Youth for Christ Bible Club enrolls both junior and senior high school stu- dents as members. Mr. Bob Davis is youth director, and Mrs. Estella Jones is club sponsor. The purpose of the club is to create Christian fellowship among youth, to destroy prejudice, and to expand Christianity. Young people of any reli- gious denomination may belong. The Macon County Youth for Christ Associa- tion, the largest club of its kind in the country, holds bi-monthly singspiration” and monthly rallies. 51 First Row, I eft to Right. Judy Flucggc, Connie Riley, Brenda Mauldin , Alice Furstenburg, Lynda Smith, Jean Hickman, Lynda Brinkoetter, Mary Turner, bJancy Brix, Beverly Rigsby. Second Row: Karla Cunningham, Helen Moffett, Janet Rigsby, Betty Jo Sullivan, Beverly Mc- George, Carol Ervin, Marcia Gambrill, Jean Murrell, Sue Parish. Third Rou. Mrs. Kowa, Sharon Snider, Marilyn Stewart, Mary Sue Caudle, Carol Allan, Norma Williams, Carol Manley. Fourth Row: Joan Ubbenga, Sue Stahl, Mary Zienkosky, Linda Salsberry, Carole Rechkcmmer. First Row: Judy Timmons, Alice Fur- stenburg. Second Row: Lynda Brinkoetter, Jean Hickman. Third Row: Lynda Smith. MRS. KOWA Advisor OFFICERS: Dan Cole, Vice- President; Hal Pritchett, Presi- dent; Tom Rozanski, Secretary- T reasurer. Lettermcn’s Club The Niantic-Harristown Lettermen’s Club is composed of major and minor let- terwinners. This year rhe Lettermen’s Club operated the concessions at all of the school s athletic events. From the proceeds of these events, the club purchases new athletic equipment. The Club also sponsored a successful Homecoming this year. Coaches Don Richardson and Frank Van Doren were advisors. Row One: D. Smith, T. Rozan- ski, J. Clapp, C. Royce, R. Pat- terson. Row Two: D. Cole, R. Roberts, D. Winings, J. Wad- dell, J. Lengsfeld, C. Walters, Coach Richardson. Row Three: M. Muirheid, J. Carr, T. Crop- per, D. Hickman, D. Havener, J. Belcher, Coach Van Doren. Row Four: R. Conaway, D. Bailey, H. Pritchett, D. Schrishuhn, R. Duncan, D. Bennyhoff. Left to Right: J. Qualls, C. Ervin, D. Freeman, S. Kirk, J. Rigsby, W. Bair, J. Sigmon, B. Sullivan, B. McGeorge, M. Major, J. Carr, M. Bair, J. Buster, T. Freeman, C. Rech- kemmei, L. Camp, L. Salsberry. Sealed: Mrs. Black. Office Cadets Office cadets are selected by Mrs. Shaw, head of the Commercial Department, on the basis of ability to do office work. They perform such duties as answering the telephone, running errands, taking dictation, and typing up letters and memorandums. Working in the high school office is practical experience foi those seeking future careers in the business world. Library Cadets Library cadets, chosen by Miss Loveless, perform such duties as checking out books, aiding students in attaining needed information, and keeping all library materials in order. Seated: K. Mauck, C. Knisley, L. Salsberry, L. Brinkoetter, S. Qualls, W. Bair. Standing: Miss Loveless, M. Bair, R. Duncan, H. Beckhan, D. Havener. 54 Sports The Gridiron Although this was only the second year for football at Niantic and the first year for participation in the Soya Conference, Coach Don Richardson’s Indians fared well. After losing to Mt. Zion, Maroa, and Moweaqua, the Indians defeated Bethany, the defending Soya Champs, 14-13. Then af- ter defeating Assumption at our Home- coming, they lost to Lovington by one point, 7-6. In the last game of the season, the Indians whipped Illiopolis 19-13. Thus ended a very fine season for the Indians, winning three and losing four, and finishing fifth in the conference. Hopes are high for the coming season, as the Indians lose only four lettermen by graduation. Best Wishes STATE BANK OF NIANTIC Niantic, Illinois First Rote, Left to Right: Manager D. Freeze, C. Walter, P. Williams, P. Moyer, B. Koonce, G. Witt, J. Clapp, R. Roberts, J. Lengsfeld, T. Rozanski, P. Tucker, D. Hcdenberg, D. Delaney, Manager B. Byers. Second Row: Coach Van Doren, R. Robinson, D. Schrishuhn, M. Muir- heid, C. Royce, B. Hutchings, T. Cropper, D. Bailey, R. Duncan, D. Cole, J. Speasl, J. Carr, J. Belcher, R. Patterson, D. Smith, Coach Richard- son. J. Clapp D. Schrishuhn R. Patterson T. Cropper B. Hutchings T. Rozanski P a'ftcrsorv CropPer Sc hrisHuKn Left to Right: Kay Mauck, Janet Rigsby, Carole Rechkemmcr, Betty Jo Sullivan, Linda Salsberry. These are the girls Who are full of pep. These are the girls Who are really hep. These are the girls Who lead our cheers. These are the best We've seen in years. 58 Clockwise: Mary Zienkosky, Sue Stahl, Linda Hart, Teresa Freeman. HOMECOMING COURT: Sue Parish, Linda Hart, Queen Dixie Freeman, Sheila Oliver, Lynda Brinkoetter. Homecoming Queen The third annual Homecoming queen, Miss Dixie Freeman, was crowned October 30, 1959, preceding the senior play, Arsenic and Old Lace.” Dixie was escorted by Richard Schrishuhn. Her court consisted of Sheila Oliver, escorted by Harold Pritchett; Linda Hart, escorted by Duane Smith; Lynda Brinkoetter, escorted by Jim Lengsfeld; and Sue Parish, escorted by Ron Patterson. Mrs. Janet Turney Mulvaney was Mistress of Ceremonies. Martha Walters, Homecoming queen of 1958-59, crowned the queen. The queen and her court were presented at the Homecoming Game on the after- noon of October 31. As a climax of the Homecoming activities, they were honored at the dance that evening. Homecoming Court, Escorts, and Crown Bearers. Front Row: Coach Van Doren, J. Lengsfeld, D. Bailey, H. Pritchett, D. Cochran, D, Cole. Back Row: D. Smith, R. Patterson, Manager J. Carr, R. Duncan, C. Roycc, P. Ward. Varsity Basketball The Niantic-Harristown Indians, coached by Mr. Frank Van Doren, completed one of their finest seasons in the history of the school. A 23-5 record was the result of long hours of hard work. Included in the twenty- three victories were a first place in the Williamsville Tournament, first place in the District Tournament, second place in the Macon County Tournament, and first place in the Cenois Conference, which was the first since 1945. Also, a school record of 107 points in one game was scored against Williamsville. The Indians had an eleven game winning streak before losing to Deland-Weldon, 71-70. Captain Hal Pritchett climaxed his high school career by scoring a total of 1309 points, also a school record. Besides this record, Hal was placed on the Little All-Southern Illinois team by the sportswriters of the Chicago American,” while Ron Patterson was given honorable mention. Dan Cole Jim Lengsjeld v 4 Compliments of: CARL E. BROCK Niantic, Illinois Compliments of: CLAY POOLS 66 SERVICE Niantic, Illinois 62 Front Ron: H. Brannock, B. Byers, R. Mueller, J. Hcidlebaugh, D. Freeze, G. Epper- son. Back Row: R. Robinson, J. Belcher, S. Hofferkamp, R. Lane, R. Conaway, D. Delaney. Jr. Varsity The Junior Varsity team, under the coaching of Mr. Bill Hill, ended the basketball season with a 10-9 record. After getting off to a bad start, they ended their first semester with a 3-1 record. The rewards were much greater during the second semester, as the Little Indians won seven out of ten of their games. The Indians defeated Mt. Auburn, Lovington (twice), Bethany (twice), Lakeview, Maroa (twice), Argenta, and Williamsville. They were defeated by Illiopolis (twice), Argenta, Warrcnsburg, Mt. Zion (twice), Deland-Weldon, Mt. Pulaski, and Blue Mound. The Little Indians were led by sophomore Ray Duncan with an average of 12 points per game. Other high scoring was provided by Pete Ward, Ron Conaway, Dennis Delaney, and Roy Dale Lane. The Fifth Annual Niantic Frosh-Soph Invitational was held March 5, 7, 8. Compliments of: Compliments of DAWSON WIKOFF FLORA JEWELERS Decatur, Illinois Decatur, Illinois First Row: J. Heidlebaugh, W. Logue, C. Winings, D. Hickman, L. Smith, J. Kaufman, D. Hedenberg, D. Cole. Second Row: T. Rozanski, J. Waddell, R. Patterson, J. Lengsfeld, B. Combs, R. Dun- can. Third Row: J. Belcher, R. Schrishuhn, S. Chapman, Coach Richardson. Spring brought a flurry of dedicated practice on the track. The returning lettermen are: Jim Lengsfeld, distance; Dan Cole, high jump; Tom Rozanski, distance; Dick Schrishuhn, dashes; Dave Hickman, hurdles; Ron Patterson, dashes and broad jump; Cliff Winings, the mile. A hustling nine, the Indians had an im- pressive 9 and 4 record last spring. Their defeats came at the hands of Warrensburg- Latham and Maroa; both took two games from the Indians. The Indians have only four returning lettermen for the I960 season. They are Captain Duane Smith, Jon Clapp, Jim Waddell, and Ron Conaway. Coach Van Doren is in a rebuilding process this year to offset this handicap and again have a winning team. Front Row: L. Mandrell, D. Freeze, D. Smith, D. Bailey, J. Clapp, J. Belcher, S. Hoffcrkamp. Back Row: J. Lengsfeld, R. Patterson, R. Schrishuhn, J. Waddell, R. Conaway, D. Hedenberg, Coach Van Doren. 64 CARL WILMA ROTZ, INSURANCE Niantic, Illinois Junior High ' MRS. CHARLOTTE BUTTERPIELD Junior High Faculty Mrs. Butterfield has completed her first year as principal of Niantic-Harristown Junior High School. She coordinated her many duties very suc- cessfully. Mr. Goins served as building supervisor and as principal during her absence from the Jr. High School. Mrs. Butterfield was also principal of Har- ristown Elementary School. Mrs. Hill completed her first year as art teacher for both high school and junior high and taught sophomore English. Mr. Hill coached High School Jr. Varsity basketball and taught Junior High classes. Mrs. Helena Jones and Mrs. Estella Jones taught both seventh and eighth grade classes. MR. CARL SEXTON B.S. Eastern Illinois University, M.S. University of Illinois I % MRS. ESTELLA JONES MRS. HELENA JONES MR. WILLIAM HILL B.A. Kentucky Wesleyan MRS. CAROL HILL B.A. Kentucky Wesleyan State Normal University, Milli- kin University Olivet College, Trevecca College, Millikin University ■ Row One: C. Bissey. Row Two: E. Combs, R. Chamberlain, S. Parish, L. Probst. Row Three: C. Heinz, D. Al- sup, B. Patterson. Student Council Class officers serve on the Junior High Student Council. They are elected at the beginning of the year. The council plans various activities throughout the year. One of its major assignments is the operation of the concession stands at home basket- ball games. Row One: D. Williams, L. Probst, K. Smith, B. Major, G. Turpin, J. Turner, B. Smith, T. Lut- trell, D. Dunnaway, I. Plain. Row Two: G. Lindig, S. Nash, C. Beckham, K. Orrison, C. Bissey, G. Damcry, C. Dunnaway, C. Rigsby, E. Etchison. Row Three: J. Burns, D. Ellrick, C. Duncan, M. Brown, K. Robinson, D. Fandel, S. Damery, V. Hall. Row Four: C. Smith, K. Smith, C. Heinz, J. Hancock. Row Five: D. Alsup, D. Lake. wCJOOin Rou One: J. Vest, T. Lurtrell, J. Burns, P. Sebok, G. Allen, N. Clark, V. Hall, E. Etchison, D. Tucker, D. Dunnaway. Row Two: I. Plain, L. Vaughn, J. Cross, K. Knisley, J. Timmons, J. Burge, E. Combs, J. Hollgarth, T. Manship, P. Furstenberg, J. Turner, J. Walters. Row Three: R. Major, B. Patterson, J. Kreher, Mrs. Helena Jones, S. Lockett, J. Vest, K. Orrison, A. Dragstrem, E. Handt, T. Summers, S. Parish, J. Timmons, R. Johnson. 7th Grade Row One: M. Rosetto, M. Fitch, B. Logue, J. Stahl, R. Hofferkamp, R. Combs, T. Brinko- etter, R. Walton, S. Lake, B. Smith, R. Knowles, T. Travis. Row Two: B. Major, M. Flamm, C. Beckham, C. Bisscy, G. Damery, K. Fox, D. Mendenhall, D. Elrick, K. Jones, V. Childers, J. Grider, R. Kiser, P. Williams. Row Three: Mr. William Hill, P. Ternias, R. Hall, J. Hancock, J. Robinson, D. Williams, C. Hardy, S. Lowe, L. Elam, C. Blankenship, K. Smith. Row One: G. Turpin, F. Parks, D. Brummerstedt, B. Tuttle, R. Chamberlain, L. Probst, R. Hanks. Row Two: A. Travis, J. Gass, S. Songer, L. Ford, K. Epperson, D. Merriman, M. Larson, S. Nash, M. Brown, J. Maulding, L. Tucker, A. Burbes. Row Three: Mrs. Estella Jones, D. Butterfield, D. Alsup, M. Cropper, C. Heinz, D. Gietl, D. Lake, M. Parish, K. Smith, H. Kissell, G. Bentley. 8th Grade Row One: G. Lindig, C. Dunnaway, C. Rigsby, W. Hartman, C. Duncan, J. Horve, M. Brackett, L. Embrey, J. Gordon. Row Two: Mrs. Gloria Kowa, D. Williams, K. Robinson, D. Fandel, S. Damery, Pauline Plain, C. Smith, G. Grolla, A. Hutton. Row Three: R. Renfro, J. Logue, M. Bratcher, J. Myers, D. 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