Nitro High School - Nitronian Yearbook (Nitro, WV)

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Nitro was given the privilege of representing two nations at the March 16 Security Council meeting. Above, mem- bers of the Syrian delegation brood proceedings during debate on the Middle East Crisis. As the leading representa- tive, Danny Williams took part in floor debate. His assistants are: Gail Williams, Jane Williams, Dorothy Mynes, Sheila Baxter, Grey Stonestreet, Sam Maheffey, John Payne, and David Guinn. Proceedings were skillfully directed by “President” David Smith, who has par- ticipated in the Model Uni- ted Nations ever since its birth in 1964. For three years he was an active delegate from Nitro; his experience led to appoint- ment as President, the most demanding position in the mock Council. With out his supervision, little would have been accom- plished through the long day. Here, he consults with Secretary-General A- kan E. Usanga, Parliamen- tarian George Jacque, and Secretary Mrs. Hereford. 22

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c )nocu (2,ueen 1968 Obviously, even “oldsters” (otherwise known as chaperones) enjoy themselves in the Holiday Season. 21

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I968 Tito de (United TCaiions What is the Model United Nations? Well, it’s been happening for 5 years now in Kanawha County, not quite as long as the real thing, but long enough to gain a good deal of respect and a lot of attention from West Virginians. It makes no pretense that it solves world problems, but it does acquaint students with the work- ings of our greatest peace organization, and familiarizes them with varied countries’ policies. Each year a cur- rent issue is picked, and the county schools are dele- gated countries which they will play the part of in a one-day Security Council meeting. Knowlegeable col- lege students take on responsibilities as President, Sec- retary-General and Parliamentarian. This year the issue was the Middle East Crisis; the place—Nitro High School. Nineteen nations, represent- ed by 15 schools, convened to discuss and vote on a Russian Resolution dealing with the problem. From 9:30 A.M. to 4:30 in the afternoon they hashed over, recommended, nayed and yayed solutions to the world’s No. 1968 Excedrin Headache. Although not much new was said, a great deal was learned; you might say the world is now bonus about 160 Don Quixote’s. Watch-out World, here they come! Representative John D. Rockefeller IV stretches his vocal muscles before giving an invigorating address. Chief Delegate Steve Ullum champions the United States, while assistants Heather Williams, Steve Huff, Wilson Mann, Dave Calhoun, Tom Hartley, Carolyn Wade, and Donna Daniels keep their wits sharpened for attack.