Paul M Dorman High School - Vanguard Yearbook (Spartanburg, SC)

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CReddin' CyfPesl Yes. Dorman has made a well established name for itself. “But what about the areas surrounding Dorman? Dorman was once surrounded by desolate land, ex- cept for two gas stations. That is why Spartan High nick- named Dorman the farmers. Now. though, the west side of town has acquired many new businesses and it is still growing. “One of the reasons for this growth is the location of the westside; it is near the crossroads of the South. 1-85 and 1-26. That is the reason Wacca- maw Pottery located on the westside of town, its accessibility. Other reasons for the development of the westside are better transportation systems, better road systems, and as some say 'a better school system.' Oh. so that is why there are so many new businesses on the west side of town. Yes. that is why West Oak Square, Essex Square, and many other es- tablishments have picked the west side of town as their home. The west side of town is just a regular ole' booming metropolis, then. Yes. and this is the Westside Story. Balloons released at the homecoming game were purchased from a new westside estab- lishment, Pizzazz. Students often resort to the westside of town tor employment and Donald Fowler is one stu- dent that does by working at Quincy's near Dorman. Opening S

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Within walking distance, Burger King proves to be the ideal spot for students to meet after school. No appointment necessary. Med Central is lo- cated near Dorman and provides emergency medical attention. --- The new Rhodes Furniture store signifies the growth of the west side. The largest theater in Spartanburg is proudly locat ed on the westside ot town. The Cinema shows six movies at one time. 4 Opening

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