Peabody High School - Lion Yearbook (Petersburg, VA)

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Uhnouqh the Ifean Introduction Four years ago, we entered Peabody High School filled with excitement and anxiety about the new life of which we had be- come a part. Never did it occur to us that there was anything un- usual about our class of fifty-five girls and seventy-six boys. How- ever, it was not long before we became aware of our position — we would be the last class to graduate from Peabody High School under the four-year plan; all classes thereafter were to attend high school for five years. Whether we were fortunate or not mattered little to us at that time. We were to finish in four years; that was all that mattered. So here we are, after four years of study, with only forty-eight of a class of 131 left to carry the Peabody banner far and wide and join the many alumni who have made outstanding con- tributions to humanity. When We Were Freshmen Under the guidance of Miss Lundy, Mrs. McKenzie, and Mr. Powell, we began a completely new life in an entirely new en- vironment. Enjoying new and modern facilities, going to a dif- ferent teacher for each subject, and participating in many and varied activities were all so exciting and different to us. Nothing really outstanding was accomplished by any of us during our first year. We were proud, however, when several of us became members of organizations and participated in major activities. Rose Jackson and Eddie Harvell joined the Band; Haze! Lundy and Marie Harper joined the Choir; and Willie Wiggins became a member of the Varsity Football Squad. Our Sophomore Year Our sophomore year brought greater participation in out-of- class activities. We were indeed proud when it was announced that Genese Morgan had been named Miss Homecoming. All eyes eyes turned to the Sophomores who had worked hard to win this title for Genese. This honor encouraged us to try for others; and in fact, helped us to feel more a part of Peabody High. 15

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CIm Poem Through the years we ' ll never forget you, dear Peabody High. We ' ll always remember the moments of cheer Spent with you, our Alma Mater, so dear. All hail, Peabody Highl Although we must leave to travel afar. Our love for you shall always be true. And our thoughts shall ever be with you. All hail, Peabody Highl CLASS COLORS CLASS FLOWER Blue and White Red Carnation CLASS MOTTO We strive to Conquer, and Conquer We Must 14

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During this year, Ann Fitzgerald, Rose Jackson, and Barbara Thomas joined the Pep Club; Paige Jones, Helen Thweatt, and Julia Peterson, the Science Club; Cecil Saunders, the Choir; Alton Jennings, the Baseball Team; George Barnes, the Band; and Johnnie Smith, the Football Team. Soon We Were Juniors The time was passing so swiftly, we could hardly imagine that we had come so far. Willie Wiggins became Vice-President of the Student Council and Paige Jones represented the Junior Red Cross at a conference in Fredrick, Maryland. Julia Peterson and Shirley Tucker were faithful members of the Junior Red Cross and Hazel Lundy, Paige Jones, and Charles ' Johnson were Student Council rep- resentatives. Many others joined the Art Club, Choir, Band, and the Modem Dance Group. The Junior-Senior Prom and Commencement are two activities to which all high school students look forward. At last it was prom time, and as all who had gone before us, we were thrilled at the thought of sponsoring this affair. In spite of all the difficulties we encountered, we shall always remember the beauty, music, and delicious food which all helped to make the prom an unforgettable one. Our first organized social activity was a great success. At Last! We Are Seniors! With our junior year behind us, we entered school in September with seriousness and anxiety. We were seniors! The important event that we were working toward, graduation, was now in sight. It wasn ' t long before the feeling of anxiety became the actual preparation for the great event. Class rings, caps and gowns, announcements, and year books all became a part of our active vocabularies. Here the recording of our activities must end. It is time to go to press. Maybe some day you will be able to read a post script to this history and learn about our graduation activities. Until that time we can only say Good-bye to you, our school, and our schoolmates for whom we shall ever carry the warmest memories. 16