Radford High School - Oak Leaf Yearbook (Radford, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1947 volume:

[ yv c-i-i v r V The Oak Leaf Henry Moncure Editor Tommy Disney Business Manager 1947 Radford High School THE OAK LEAF Published by THE STUDENT BODY Radford High School Radford, irginia • FACULTY • CLASSES • ACTI ITIES • YI’HLKFICS • TALES OF THE BOBCATS • AD ERITSEMENTS 1947 Dedication . . . A young man raised the lids of his tired eyes and stared blindly through a tangle of barbed wire. His face, hardened with premature age, was vaguely outlined with a grimy stubble of beard; the muscles of his stomach ached with pangs of hunger. A thousand worries preoccupied his mind, yet he was thinking of Radford High School. Today, we are thinking of this young man . . . for the barbed- wire tangle was a concentration camp, and he was one of the tw ' elve fighting Bobcats who lost their lives in the Second World War. In dedicating this, the nineteen hundred and forty-seven edi- tion of the Oak Leaf to these twelve immortal Bobcats, we make no pretense of “flag-waving” patriotism . . . it is merely our humble effort to show that, today, we are thinking of them, as they so often thought of us. . Heads of the Bobcats Nancy Burnett Henry Moncure Buddy Harris Ann Giesen Robert Whitmer “Those who labor must be led by those who think.” How well this famous quotation suits our fine leading citizens. For each, in his own way, is an example to us; an example of good leadership and fine personality. Ann Giesen, president of the S. C. A., holds our highest executive position. Ann is known to all of us for her charming ways. Nancy Burnett holds the highest judicial position in our school and has made many friends with her friendly smiles. Henry Moncure is the skillful editor of our 1947 Oak Leaf. His energy is known to everyone. The position of editor of the Acorn is capably filled by Buddy Harris. Our Senior president for this year is “Bob” Whitmer, an out- standing basketball player of the season. Yes, without these leaders R. H. S. would be a drab, dull place, for they inspire us, encourage us and lead us on to triumph in every undertaking. The Trainers . . . FACULTY of the Bobcats FACULTY Mr. F. E. DeHaven Aliss Pauline Lester Superintendent, City Schools Commercial Education Mr. W. V. Robinson Principal AIr. Fred AIcCoy Social Studies, Physical Education Mr. W. B. Hatcher Assistant Principal AIrs. AIaude AIiller Mathematics AIrs. Ann L. Bentzel English, Social Studies AIiss Juanita Phillips Librarian AIiss Lorena Brown Secretary to Superintendent AIiss Edna Reid English, Spanish, French AIiss AIickey Clement Physical Education AIiss AIarion Dameron AIiss Ethel Roberts Solid Geometry, Social Studies, Commercial Geography Mathematics, M usic. Commercial Geography AIiss Farah Rust Home Economics AIiss Catherine Dobyns English AIrs. Rebecca Thomas Social Studies, Art, General Science AIiss Ruby Dobyns Mathematics AIrs. Rubye Wade English, Speech, Dramatics AIiss Elizabeth Eads Secretary to Principal AIiss Shirley Wagner Science, Social Studies AIrs. H. C. Graybeal English, Social Studies, Latin AIiss Daphne Wall Chemistry, Physics, Science AIrs. Nell Hatcher Social Studies Not Shown in Picture: AIr. Jack Hesch Music, Band AIr. Lawrence Luzenski Industrial Arts AIr. H. H. Hobgood Mathematics, Physical Education AIiss AIary Ferrell Eisiting Teacher AIiss Roberta Ingles English, Social Studies AIiss AIary Willis Religious Education Miss Beth Jordon Home Economics ' On leave of absence. The Knows . . . SENIORS AIildred Alice Akers Mildred” Small and blond and very sweet — Quite a combination and hard to beat. Vesey Izetta Arbogast ‘Izetta” The twinkle in Izetta’s eyes Shows you wherein her humor lies. William Bane Atkinson “Bane” Just put a baseball into my hand, I’ll be the happiest man in the land. Ruby Lee Bain “Ruby Lee” Loyal, constant — unselfish and quiet, With these Ruby Lee should rise to the heights. Harold Compton Bellamy “Red” On the football field he’s good opposition. He’s red-haired — yes — but has a good disposition. Robert Issac Bishop “Bish” Life for “Bish” is like a bubble. Happy and carefree with never a trouble. Ruth Angeline Blue “Ruth” Twinkling eyes and shiny hair — • Look at Ruth — they’ll both be there. Samuel Abrum Blue “Sam” Sam is a very quiet and steady lad Just back from the Army and we’re glad. I ' [ 8 ] 1 . of the Bobcats SENIORS Darrell Rudolph Boles ‘Rudy” Perserverance and ambition to do work well, These assets will help Rudy to excel. George Clemmonsee Boone, Jr. “G. G.” Loyal, impartial and never glum; He’s as good as they come. Betty Lou Bowling Betty” It’s nice to be natural if you’re naturally nice; If you look at Betty once, you’ll have to look twice. Norma Jeannine Bright “ Jeanie” Kind words and sweet thoughts are natural with Jean, A more dependable girl you’ve never seen. Alton Duane Brookman Alton” Diplomatic, sincere and very smart. Many a president had this start. John David Steward Brown Dickie” Wavy hair, dimples and big brown eyes You wouldn’t ask for more, if you were wdse. Theodore Richard Burch Teddy” A brighter student you’ll never find. Oceans of knowledge flow through his mind. Nancy Patricia Burnett It isn’t difficult to describe little Nancy; She has sympathy, sweetness and simplicity. [ 9 ] The Knows . . SENIORS William Perfater Caldwell ‘‘Doc” He has initiative, dignity and force; Of whom are we speaking? ' hy “ Doc,” of course. Ray Stafford Carter “Gut” I prop my feet upon my desk, Close my eyes, in slumber rest. Mary Jo Alice Charlton “Mary Jo” A winning way and a lilting refrain — That she’ll be a success is very plain. Alma Ruth Cochran “Alma” , lma is quiet, reserved, impartial and fair. And as pure and simple as the morning air. William Edw.ard Cochran “Eddie” Life is a carefree game to play; I make my fun as I go my way. Oscar Lee Conrad “ Connie” Intelligent, energetic and ready to serve, A head full of brains — a touch of reserve. Billy R. y Cook “Bill” A dreamy dancer and lots of fun; He keeps all of the girls on the run. ]ack ' ells Cook “J. ir.” I wish I may, I wish I might Make all school days into school-day nights! I I 10 ] . . of the Bobcats SENIORS Wilma Elyse Cranford A very unusual person you’ll find Elyse, A little determined, but affable, if you please. ' iRGiNiA Mae Cregger “ fno ' ” Oh happy day when I can find The ideal man that’s in my mind. Edna Loraine DeHart Edna Edna has a knack for making friends; Life’s full of people, she always contends. Mary Frances Deyerle “M. E.” With her cheerful laugh and sparkling eye She speaks to all as she passes by. Thomas Edwin Disney “ Tommy ” Good looks and brains, wrapped up in one pack There’s nothing in the world that Disney could lack! Margie Sue Divers O one A neat little package of beauty and poise; She’s quiet, cooperative and never annoys. Mary Alice Dobbins “Mary Ahce Mary Alice is quiet, yet we know she’s around. For she helps in the office, and can always be found. Betty Jo Dudley “Jo Like gold and silver and rubies fair A friend like Jo is very rare. [ 11 ] The Knows . . SENIORS Jeanne Dudley ; Jeanne ' ' ! Sophisticated and witty, too, Now there’s a real combination for you. Stanley Eugene Durman ‘‘Gene He’s a real Romeo and he has a Juliet I If you’re ever in Fairlawn you’ll see him, I bet. | Lacy Ellis Earles, Jr. “Lacy He is a little bashful, but fond of the girls; _ i. Quite a ladies’ man is Lacy Earles. Louise Lee Farmer “Louise A light heart — a carefree mind; A better friend you’ll never find. Betty Jewell Furrow “ 5 . She’s as neat and sweet and dainty as a dove; Her sparkling eyes will win your love. Ann Rossa Giesen f “Ann I don’t believe in settling down; I’ll live my live on a merry-go-round. Thomas Vaughn Giesen “Tommy i Witty, jovial and chocked full of fun On the football field, he’s comparable I to none. Robert Eastwood Glenn “Beanie With wit and wisdom and a gift of gab; b He uses the whole world for his lab. ' [ 12 ] of the Bobcats SENIORS Mary Ellin Gray Happy-go-lucky, with a gleam in her eye, A congenial nymph, yet a flirt on the sly. Ralph Edward Hall Ralph is industrious and very sincere; We’ve really enjoyed having him here. JuDSON Burton Harris ‘‘Bucky” When it comes to sports I’m there on the dot, But as for classes — they’re not so hot. Paul Clayton Hollandsworth Short and dark, with a winning smile. Nearly every girl will go for his style. Thelma Mae Hollins “Saw” Her manners are fine and her outlook is gay It would certainly be nice to find more that way. Peggy Jean Hornsby Cute, sociable and very petite She’s a person all like to meet. Carl Robert Howard “Trippi” Of football and basketball a handsome star; An all-round man designed to go far. William Kenneth Howell “Bill” Oh where, oh where has our little Bill gone; He is never in class at the sound of the gong. [ 13 ] The Knows . . SENIORS Wilma Jean Hudgins Jeayx A nice smile, a winning way; She s a friend to e ’ery one, every day. Ronella ' irginia Bell Kirby “ Ronny ” Steadfast, loyal, kind and true; A lovely blond with eyes of blue. Howard Alexander Leighton “ Howard Howard is the type that impresses you; He’s loyal, honest, sincere and true. Henry Harris Lowman ‘ Lock Why should I be in school on time. It’s easier to get there at quarter past nine. Richard Lee Lucas Dickie W’ith that noticeable smile and the twinkle in his eye ou will have no trouble guessing how he can get by. W iLLARD Edwin Lyle “ M illard ’ery mischievous is this boy Lyle, And his igo2 Ford is the latest style. Robert Huddle Maness, Jr. Bobby Not a care in the world, nor a cloud in the sky; If I take life easy. I’m sure to get by. Claudine Reva Mannon “ Shoebox W itty, jovial and ready for fun; A red-haired bombshell is Claudine Mannon. . . . of the Bobcats SENIORS Opal Aileine Mannon “Opal’’ Her disposition is sunny and bright; If you know her — you’ll agree, all right. Betty Agnes Martin “Betty’’ One who is loyal, sincere and true; A friend to all and never blue. Ruth Ann Martin “Rnthie” A sweet southern belle, but we never shall fret. Because, by George, she’s protected, you bet. Clitie Moy Mayberry “May” Moy is a very nice looking chap, indeed; We know that he is slated to succeed. Martha Lavinder AIayo “ Martha” A splendid student and not a bit shy; She gets her way or knows the reason why. Frances Anne Merritt “Hank” She lends her assistance whenever it’s needed; As an asset to Radford she has cer- tainly succeeded. Ruth Elizabeth Midkiff “Ruth” Mixing a giggle with friendship true; She’s a grand sport and student, too. Henry Moncure, Jr. “Moncure” Talented, sincere, trustworthy and steady; W henever there’s work to do, Henry is ready. [ 15 ] The Knows . . SENIORS James Alexander Moore Alex’’ Excuses and flattery are right down my line; It’s the best way I know of wasting time. Harry Stephen Moore, Jr. ‘ Gooney” Always “hep” and up to date; A personality that is first-rate. Fr.xnces Della Morris “Frances” Frances is both quiet and thrifty; She’s always willing to meet you fifty- fifty. Harold Richard McCoy “McCoy” A winsome smile and the mischief of a boy; Together with good nature make up Harold McCoy. Lois Frances McDaniel “Lois” A friendly air — a pleasant smile; Sincere and winsome all the while. Mary Sue Norris “Sue” When Sue is around we don’t lack fun; A good ball player and always on the run. David Sexton Pannell “David” Silence is golden I hear people say; And David displays it in every way. B.vrbara Mae Price “Barbara” Not too serious, not too gay. Will measure her in every way. [ 16 ] . . of the Bobcats SENIORS Myrim Matilda Ratcliffe “ Myrim ” Unassuming and happy-go-lucky; Myrim is determined and plenty I plucky. Rosamond Ollie Radcliffe A genial manner — a nice, pleasing smile; Cultivate her friendship — it’s really worth while. Roy Lee Rakes Rakes Not a worry or care in the world have I ; I’ll enjoy this life till the day I die. Orphelia Dorris Ratcliffe “Dom ” Business-like and congenial describes her to a T; That’s what makes up her sociability. Bobbie Janet Robertson “5. y.” Why should I be serious and coy; When laughter fills my life with joy. Anna Ruth Roop Anna Ruth Serene, composed and a believer in truth; a This is the description of y nna Ruth. Bridie Jean Ross Bridie On the basketball court she’s right on the beam; A real asset to her coach and to her team. Mary Anne St. Clair Clair Handsome men are just my line; And I’ll take a Cadet every time. [ 17 ] The Knows . . SENIORS Maxine Brown Saunders ‘‘Max” “Tvlax” has a very lovely face; God, in His mercy , lent her grace. AIable Louise Sawyers “Mable” Her irresistible dimples lend charm and grace To her genial manner and her lovely face. Burma Nadine Shaffer “Burma” A glance that’s quick and almost coy You’ll catch from Burma and really enjoy . Sally June Shaw “Sal” A dash of mirth — a pinch of good cheer A mischievous smile — you’ll know “Sal” is near. William Madison Shelburne “Peanut” You find he’s quite a mischief-maker And, I’ve been told, a bold heart- breaker. June Laraine Showalter “June” A smiling face — a word of cheer Are June’s assets; it’s very clear. AIildred Lorraine Simpson “ Tommie” Mildred is quiet and unassuming Never fretting — never fuming. Olivia Harris Smith “Bibbie” Olivia is one of our studious lasses; Her grades are all “E’s” — she never cuts classes. [ 18 ] . . of the Bobcats SENIORS Carolyn Marian Sowder U She lives a life that is happy and gay; Carolyn is the life of the party, I’d say. Dixie Myrtle Sowers “DiMV” Dixie has a sweetness all her own; With her friendly disposition she’s never alone. Clarence Hamilton Stump “ Clarence ’ He works all day with never a sound; We hardly know when he’s around. Dudley Kent Sturdivant “Dudley” That Dudley has the ability to manage well; A look at his record as manager will tell. James Ira Sublett “Jimmy” Of all the arts the gods have given Let Jimmy’s drums beat him to Heaven. Elmalene Thompson “ Elmalene” Short and cute, and athletic; She’s the girl with the go and get it. Lewis Gerald V’aughn “Moe” “Moe” is very, very short; He likes people and is a good sport. Martha Ann Waddell “Marty” Shy but not timid; frank but sincere; Gloom disappears whenever she’s near. [ 19 ] The Knows SENIORS Irma Bess Wagner ' Bessie ' ' Small, blond and plenty cute, With a personality just to suit. Glenn Robert Whitmer “Rig Boh On a football gridiron or basketball court. In fact, any place he’s a good sport. Boyd Franklin Williams Willy Slow, easy-going and sincere. One of the best athletes here. Claude Windell Wilson Wiss He’s not a genius, he’s not even great. But he shall be, some day, you just wait. Marjorie Ann Wood Margie Blond, quick, cheery and pert. You’ll notice that she’s always on the alert. Leona Sawyers Leona A steadier worker would be hard to find, And to the basketball team a verita- ble gold mine. NOT PICTURED Harry Tho.mas Galway Curtis Hayden Lewis Jack Weddle Wray [ 20 ] . . of the Bobcats SENIOR HISTORY Ring down the chorus, never say die” Those small, unsteady voices quivered bravely in freshman home ' ooms during their first morning on the hill back in 1943. The Class of ’47 had arrived and was taking its first shaky step into high school life. “ ’tn going to buy a paper doll that I can call my own” Our hearts sw elled up with pride and our voices grew hoarse during the football games as we sat for the first time in the R. H. S. cheering section. “I’m going to take a sentimental journey , going to set my heart at ease” Our heroes and ideals were still the seniors, of course, but the ones we told our secrets to, the ones we picked favorite nicknames for, the ones we loved the best were our own classmates. So, together as one, the Class of ’47 grew from freshmen to sophomores. “Missed the Saturday dance, heard they crowded the floor” The echo of those sophomore voices was steadily ringing louder through the halls. We were worldly-wise by now ' . The Rec. Hall was our steady . . . and remember all the war savings stamps w ' e bought . . . and w ' asn’t it fun holding hands? “ You made me love you, I didn’t want to do it, I didn ' t want to do it” Weren’t they fun. those first times we braved a Friday night dance? Learning the old steps and inventing a few new ones, humming with our heads close, or keeping track of each beat in “Take it, Jackson.” “It must have been moonglow, right out of the blue” There were so many things to laugh at, so many dreams to dream, it was so exciting just living, that almost without knowing it, w ' e glided through that luscious spring — w ' ith the Glee Club concert, the formal, the class party — right out of sophomores into juniors. “On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe — All Aboard” Weren’t we busy though, crowding pep meetings and football dances be- tween selling millions of hot dogs in that cold, blustering wind, singing carols, having snowball fights, and selling Christmas cards all at once! You could see those juniors everywhere, doing everything. [ 21 ] The Knows . . SENIOR HISTORY “ The ‘Weather outside is frightful and the fire is so delightful We stood sturdily by the side of our fighting Bobcats every Tuesday and Friday of this basketball season. (The new “Kittens” were along, too.) We followed ’em over icy roads, through snow and sleet, or packed the Rec. Hall to its capacity. Then came March and the Blacksburg Tournament. We watched them lay down one game, then another and another. Suddenly our black and white-clad men, with beaming faces, were being crowned District Champions. Oh! We’re from Radford and we couldn’t be prouder. “ ’m always chasing rainbows, watching clouds drifting by It was here, our night, our Junior-Senior Prom, with the rainbow, the garden wall, those dreamy dresses, the Southern Colonels, the handsome tux, the starry eyes and a haunting perfume of spring flowers. We were creatures out of a fairy tale in a fairy land. We danced on clouds and our smiles were misty as we wove memories with silver threads. It was a magical night. “Met a gal in calico, down in Santa Fe We sat up straight, opened our eyes wide and blinked hard. We were seniors! How those fall days rushed by! We spent our time singing the school song around the huge bonfire at pep meetings, cheering our “Big Bobcats” on and on as they trampled over team after team during those windy night games, and ending the season as we glided across the floor to the musical strands of an orchestra at the football dance. “He made the night a little brighter wherever he would go. The old lamplighter of long, long ago The hours seemed minutes and the days sl ipped by as hours do. We danced attended classes, never missed a ball game, sat for hours in Hopkins, the same old things, but now they had a special meaning, for we were doing them for the last time. With these old things some new ones came, too. We added to our store of memories by marching into assembly with the whole school standing up, the senior play, calling cards, announcements, and commencement speeches. “I think of you every morning, dream of you every night, Darling, I’m never lonely zvhenever you’re in sight Suddenly what we had worked for, had dreamed of, had lived for . . . but the thing we dreaded . . . was here — Graduation. Now it’s over, our four years are through. Four years filled with so many things . . . our best friend’s laughing face, a pressed corsage, a little learning, plaid shirts, a favorite record, a teacher’s words, identification bracelets, crumpled notes, and a tear lost as we slipped into a cap and gown. Each little day, each little memory will live on with us in our hearts wherever we go . . . maybe forever. “H melody haunts my reverie, and I’m alone again with you, If’hen our love was new and each kiss an inspiration But that was long ago and now my consolation is in the stardust of a song . . . of the Bobcats SENIOR WILL We, the 1947 Senior Class of Radford High School, being of sound minds and memories, consider- ing the uncertainty of this frail and transitort ' life, do make, publish, and declare this our last will and testament. We do bequeath the belongings which we no longer find need for in the following manner: Ann Giesen leaves her bobby pins in her desk in 107 to anyone too lazy to roll their hair at home. Bobby Janet Robertson (the ' oice) leaves her hog-calling ability to anyone with lungs strong enough to use it. Robert Whitmer leaves his flirting technique to Sherman Davis, if he can use any more. Sue Norris— her feather cut to Merrianne Vaughan. Margie Sue Divers— her peroxide to the chemis- try classes. Elmalene Thompson — her giggles to Betty June Roop. Jean Dudley — her bashfulness (as if she had any) to Sally Bellamy. Betty Bowling leaves her swing shift to the new Viscose plant. Bessie Wagner leaves her big white sweater to any up-and-coming young athlete who can live through the Monogram Club Initiations. Henry Moncure leaves his athletic ability to anyone hard up enough to want it. Paul Hollands- worth and Gerald Vaughn — their ability to shrink to Bonham Wright and Edgar Stafford. Jack Wray — his book on “The Newest Steps in Dancing,” by Steve Moore, to Dick Cook. Alton Brookman — his West Virginia accent to Jeanne Gemmill. Robert Bishop — his reserved attitude to Freddie Deyerle, who needs it desperately. Jack Cook leaves his English books in West Virginia — that’s enough. Doc Caldwell leaves his address book to Bill Arnold. Robert Glenn — his wash-bowl haircut to Bill Goody- koontz. Harry Galway — his nickname, “Bull,” to anyone stuck with it. Lacy Earles leaves his good wishes to anyone who is receiver of the practical jokes next year. Harold McCoy and Louise Farmer— their special courting locker to Randolph Robinson and Mabel Long. Nancy Burnett and Maxine Saunders leaves their cheerleading positions to anyone who can do ‘‘skeety wee” like they do. Nancy is taking Frankie with her. Claude Wilson — his seat by the radiator to some lucky Junior. Stafford “Gut” Carter leaves the toothpicks which hold his eyes open to “Itchy” Ramsey. Buddy Harris— his dateless nights to Arthur Iabery. Jimmy Sublett — his playing of the drums to anyone that can stand it. Harold “Col- lege” Bellamy his red, wavy hair to Rudolph Thornton. Mary Anne St. Clair leaves her key ring to anyone with strength enough to carry it around. Tommy Giesen leaves his razor to anybody that will sharpen it. Rose Radcliffe — her ability to foul out in basketball to Irene Young. Opal Mannon — all of her illnesses, aches and pains, such as the itch, pneumonia, etc., to next year’s basketball squad. Willard Lyle — “Pneumonia Nellie” to the junk man. “Lock” Lowman — his punctuality to Coach Hobgood. Bane leaves his ability to catch “Branches” to no one. To the future class president we leave Robert Whitmer’s ability to preside with a dignity that would do honor to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. To the Juniors we leave our seats — occupy them but don’t tr ' to fill them; our senior dignity, our honored position as models of the school — models of wit, wisdom, charm of manner, good behavior and intellectual expansion. Comfort the faculty in their loss, but don’t imagine that you can mangle their hearts as we have done. To Mr. Robinson, our principal, we leave a sense of relief that we have graduated at last. To our dear, old school building itself, we leave the peaceful quiet caused by our absence, and any apple cores, wads of gum or crumpled notes we may have left about. We leave, also, the nooks where we used to hide to waste time that we should have spent in study. [ 23 ] The Knows SENIOR PROPHECY Hi, folks. Last night I attended that big party which opened the Casa de Manana Club, owned and operated by Ralph Hall. This affair celebrated the tenth anniversary and reunion of Radford High School’s graduating Class of 1946-47. I interviewed a number of the members of this class and found that many amazing incidents have happened since the proud and dignified seniors walked out of their grand ole Alma Mater into the busy cycle of life ten years ago. - s I entered the gay, glittering night club, I bumped into the chief bouncer, Martha Mayo, who was just returning from her toughest mission. I checked my coat with Carolyn Sowder, who was working as hat-check girl while waiting for Burke to graduate from Emory and Henry College. Miss Jeanne Dudley was acting as cigarette girl. I was ushered to my table by the head waiter, Sam Blue. On the menu I noticed many chef d’oeuvres prepared by Moy Mayberry’s culinary staff. Miss June Showalter, was serving s hostess of the Manana Club, her first star being Miss Bobbie Janet Robertson, the vocalist, who gavx one of her special numbers, “St. Louis Blues.” After dining in style I began to wander from table to table gathering bits of information and gossip about the mem- bers of the Class of ’47. Mary Jo Charlton and Trent Staton entered the first of their two sets of twins in the first grade this year at the Wray’s School for Beginners. Mildred Akers, Barbara Price and Thelma Hollins have entered their babies in the Fifth .Annual Baby Show of Southwest Virginia. Thomas Edwin Disney, famous pilot of the Hornsby’s Transcon- tinental Airlines, has been given the honor of flying Governor Henry Moncure, of V’irginia, to South •America, where he will make a tour of many of the countries there. The airline hostesses to go on this trip will be Misses Martha Waddell and Dixie Sowers, assisted by Betty Jo Dudley. Also making the trip will be the noted research chemist, Oscar Lee Conrad, who is employed by Lois McDaniel, owner of Du Pont, Inc. Frances Morris has now completed the staff of her .Atomic Beauty School. They are: Hair Stylist, Frances Merritt; Make-Up .Artist, .Alma Cochran; Manicurist, Ronella Kirby. The internationally-known interior decorator, Elyse Cranford, is now redecorating the home of the brain specialist, James Ira Sublett, who with Mrs. Sublett and their daughter, “Snobby,” is touring Europe. Tommy Giesen has now reached the peak of his career in Hollywood. His recent picture, “ Stallion,” was produced and directed by G. C. Boone, of the Daniel Boones. Buddy Harris, new Esquire artist, has now completed his “Cover Girls of 1957.” He used as models: The Head — Maxine Saunders The Body — Mary Sue Norris The Legs — Rosemond Radcliffe The Rudy Boles “R. H. S. ” (Rudy’s Hippodrome Show) will be in Radford all next week. In the show are a few former citizens of Radford including: The Thin Man — Roy Lee Rakes The Strong Man — Robert Whitmer The Wrestler — Dudley Sturdivant The Barker — Jimmy Moore Willard Lyle has taken over his father’s place as the head druggist of “Lyles’ Drugs, Inc.” Miss Ruth Midkiff, girls’ coach of R. H. S., is now having try-outs for the basketball team of the high school. Her assistant is Miss Opal Mannon. Claudine Mannon is competing with Rita Hayworth in Hollywood for the cover girl on Read Book magazine. Gene Durman’s new book, “Love at the Ten-Cent Counter,” is making quite a hit in the dime stores over -America. Mr. Harry Stephen Moore has now been promoted to manager of Lynchburg Foundry. Jincy Cregger, having completed her t enth divorce, has decided to remarry her first husband. She is still looking for her ideal. Betty Martin is right behind her, having received her ninth divorce on grounds of insanity. Mr. Robinson, former principal of R. H. S., has retired after a nervous breakdown from trying to keep the seniors in class. He can be reached at Dr. Lowman’s Rest Home, where his roommate is “Gut” Carter, who is currently recuperating from sleeping sickness. .Anna Ruth Roop is organ soloist on “Inner Sanctum.” Claude Wilson, Radford Chief of Police, was at a table talking to FBI Agent Olivia Smith. They have recently solved the nation’s number one crime — the disappearance of Bill Howell. ... of the Bobcats SENIOR PROPHECY Dickie Lucas, manager of the Radford “Rockets,” has recently sold first baseman William Shel- burne, to the St. Louis “Cardinals.” Myrim Radcliflfe won the $i,ooo Baking Contest sponsored by the Radford News- Journal, edited by Bobby Maness. Howard Leighton has touched every continent while serving in the Navy under Commander Eddie Cochran. Wilma Jean Hudgins is a nurse at a Naval Base in the Hawaiian Islands. Curtis Lewis is having a new set of teeth made by Dentist David Pannell, who recently started his practice in Radford. You can make an appointment by calling Mary Alice Dobbins, his efficient assistant. Clarence Stump, the new fire chief, is attending a fireman’s convention in Richmond this week with his third wife. Burma Shaffer, the famous stylist, has opened the “We Make ’em. You Buy ’em Shoppe.” Her associates are Ruby Lee Bain and Ruth Blue. Mr. and Mrs. John B. Norris, Jr. (she is the former Betty Jewell Furrow), were spending the money they got from selling their ranch, the famous “Cross Bar.” They are very happily married. Misses Bessie Wagner and Mary Anne St. Clair plan to publish Madam Esquire after acquiring a little knowledge from traveling in France in search of Jack Cook as their ideal cover man. Edna DeHart is now head of the Baby Department at Leggett’s. She specializes in training the D. O. students. When business is rushed she is assisted by Dorris Ratcliffe. They had taken a minute off from their work to spend their fortunes. As we passed by the tables our attention was drawn to Robert Glenn, noted salesman, who is selling products for Caldwell’s, “You Bow ’em, We Tie ’em” factory. He said he had stopped by a small filling station where he was waited on by the former .Ann Giesen with her fiv ' e boys and two girls hover- ing close by. Ann is happily married for the fifth time. Mr. Glenn could not recall her last husband’s name. We were informed by Nancy Burnett, head nurse at Bellamy’s Asylum, that Bobby Howard had recovered from his suicide complex and has resumed his position at Claude Wilson’s Butcher Shop. Elmalene Thompson and Mary Frances Deyerle have just completed another movie in the serie® of “Giggle-Puss” comedies, produced by Lacy Earles and directed by Jeannine Bright. Margie and Thelma have established a new Hollands-W’ood dance school. We hear that their pet class includes: Dudley Sturdivant, Paul Hollandsworth, Harold McCoy, Gerald Vaughn, Sally Shaw, Louise Farmer and Mildred Simpson. On special occasions they have as their guests Margie Sue Divers and Mabel Sawyers, noted vocalists. Quite a celebration is being planned in Radford for tomorrow to welcome the professional ball player, Bane Atkinson. Manager Dickey Brown will escort him through the screaming fans. Robert Bishop’s ambulance service has been rented to carry out the fainting “bobby soxers.” Mary Ellin Grey has retired to her home in the mountains to write her tenth book on “They Are Either Too Young or Too Old, Either Too Shy or Too Bold.” Betty Bowling is now playing “back-stage wife” to her husband who is starring in the play, “Who’s Boss. ” The former Ruth Ann Martin is playing the role of the wife of .Allison in the true-to-life story of “George and Ruthie,” sponsored by .Alton Brookman’s Cleaning Establishment. Gene Kelly is working hard to keep up with Bill Cook, famous dancer. Bill has perfected a new step, smuggled from Hawaii. Bridie Ross and Leona Sawyers have been spending all their time teaching their daughters to be basketball stars. In case you are wondering where we have obtained most of this gossip, that is easy. W’e have been sitting at the same table with Professor Teddy Burch, who keeps up with all the latest. He also informed us that the former Barbara Price is now singing at the “House of Blue Lights.” .Assisting her is her efficient secretary, Izetta Arbogast. We spent a delightful evening catching up on all the tales of the Bobcats. As we stepped up to the door we were bid good-night by Joe McGlothin, assistant managerofthe Casa de Manana. We’ll be back again next year and hope to see you all again. [ 25 ] The Eyes . . . JUNIOR CLASS Harless Akers Bill Bricker Freddie Deyerle Bill Goodykoontz Robert Albert Donald Brooks Betty Lee Dobbins Richard Haislip Agnes Alderman Barbara Bryant Lucille Dobbins Garnet Hall Thelma Alderman Robert Bugg Jakie Dobyns Mansfield Hammond Bill Arnold Martha Burton Bobby Dudley Kitty Heinline Jolene Austin Molly Carper Geneva Dulaney Gary Holdren Mary Belle Bain Jane Chambers Riner Duncan Mawyer Hollans Frankie Beasley Hope Cochran Richard Dunn Benny Holliday Mack Beasley Irene Collier Charles Eaton Doris Holt Donald Beazley Betty Cook Polly Eppley Helen Hutton Sally Bellamy Dick Cook Dolly Farmer Dorothy Jones Harry Bibb Denton Corder Doris Farmer Tommy Keister Earl Bishop Edythe Covey Ralph Foster Lorraine Kessler Beverly Bowles Sherman Davis Bill French Barbara Kirtner Betty Branch Louise DeHart Donald Gibson Bobby Leighton r 26 1 of the Bobcats JUNIOR CLASS Joyce Leighton Loring Lemmon Arthur Mabery Billy Martin Jimmy Martin Arvin Mayberry Ethel Myers Jack Middleton J oLENE Montgomery Betty Jo Moore Jimmy T. Moore Joan McCance Elsie McGuire Evelyn McNeil George Van Norris “Smiley” Orren Frances Pannell Jack Pannell Jimmy Patterson Sue Peters Nellie Price Jack Ramsey I vA Ratcliffe Gordon Roberts Betty Roop Hassel Roop Howard Rupe Nancy Russell Floris Schultz Thelma Simpson Tommy Showalter Hazel Smith Hugh Smith Howard Smoot Edgar Stafford Mildred Sumler Betty Sutphin Carlotta Sutphin Opal Sutphin Irene Taylor Jeanette Trail Merrianne Vaughan Ralph Vaughn Charlotte ’ires Frankie Walker Agnes Way Mary Weikel Carl Wheeler [ 27 ] Joanne Wheeler Joyce Whitt Betty Jo Wickline Margaret Woolwine Bonham Wright Irene Young NOT PICTURED Louise Faulkner Ben Gravely Jenkie McGlothlin Milton Simpson Edward Smith Rudolph Thornton The Ears NINTH GRADE Charlotte Akers Ruth Alderman Betty Andrews Pat Arthur James Bailey Dorothy Baker Richard Baker Juanita Boles Patty Jo Bowling Betty Brooks Dennis Brooks Betty Brown Richard Cales Janet Clear Bill Cline Daphine Cochran Vernon Cochran Bennett Cole Gracie Cox Johnny Dalton Deryline DeHart Shirley DeHart Calvin Duncan Jo Fortune Jeanne Gemmill Pete Giesen Dorothy Godbey Leonard Graham Pat Graybeal Mary Sue Haislip Betty Jane Harris Bill Harris Geraldine Harris Sue Hartsock Billie Joanne Hedge Ronnie Hendrix Betty Heuser Kathleen Hinkley Frankie Holt Dot Hornsby Frankie Howard Jane Howard Peggy Howell Tommy Howell Jimmy Hutton Dallas Jewell Johnny Jones Billy Jordan Mary Keister J. D. Keller Iary Jo Kinder Kathleen King Mabel Long Mona Sue Lovern Charles Maness Elizabeth Mannon Roy Mannon Billy Martin Marvin Martin Tom Mayo [ 28 ] of the Bobcats NINTH GRADE Gerald Meador David Morris Betty Mozingo Betty Myles Virginia Lee McCraw Imogene AIcGinnis Mildred O’Neal Robert Pannell David Phillips Virginia Phillips Rodney Price Bobby Reed Betty Robinson Randolph Roberson Bill Rodgers Evelyn Roop Reginald Roop Mary Ross Billy Sames James Sawyers Forrest Scott Bobby Showalter I vA Shumate Joan Simpkins Nell Slusher Gerline Smith Virginia Smith Betty Ann Sowder Jack Sowers Mary Stafford Jan Stocke Elise Stump Billy Sutphin Snowa Sutphin Frank Talbert Barbara Tipton Janet Tipton Deane Underwood June Vaughn Eugene Weaver Lois Webster Barbara Weeks Fred Wheeler Melvin White Emmett Whitt Anna Jean Wiley Dan Williams Nina Woods Dolly Wright Ralph Wright Clifton Young Curtis Young Ruth Young NOT PICTURED Joyce Burrow Mac DeHart Gene Dixon H. T. Johnson Buddy Rash Harold Sutherland Thelma Talton [ 29 ] The Cubs . . . EIGHTH GRADE Arleen Adkins Betty Adkins C oLEEN Adkins Ernest Alderman Nancy Alderman Jeanette Alderman Evelyn Amos Joyce Baker Karen Barnett Joanne Benson Jack Bird Bobby Blue Connie Browning Bobby Charlton Johnny Cormell Joyce Crawford Elsie Mae Dobbins Melvin Dobbins Bobby Lee Duncan Robert Duncan Jimmy Eaton Andrew Farmer Martha Ann Farmer Martha Faulkner Billy Fisher Marshall Hall Larry Hammack Betty Hedge Dottie Henderson Doris Hill Betty Jo Hixon Marita Hoover Bobby Hutchins Billy Jennelle Lois Jones Minnie Jones James Kesling Ann King Joyce Knox Mickey Landrium Helen Leighton Joan Lewis Jimmy Jo Martin Janet Munier John Midkiff Billy Moore Jean Morris Anne Morrow Charles Mottesheard Douglas McCance I ( i [ 30 1 f of the Pack EIGHTH GRADE Freda McCoy Fannie McGlothlin Nickolas McNeil Joyce Newcomb Kinzer Otterman Ralph Peek Marlyn Pelter N ' ell Pelter Bobby Perrow Jeraldine Phillips Jimmy Radcliffe William Radcliffe Jimmy Roberson Donald Roberts Joyce Roseberry Max Rupe Frankie Saul James Saul Eldridge Slusher Jack Smith Mildred Smith Thomas Smith Josephine Stewart Barbara Sumner Sonny Sutphin Carol Sutphin Del aine Talbert Janette Talbert Mary Jane Taylor Sybil Thornton Mary Ward Tilley Howard Turpin Harvey Vaughn Jack Viars Jesse Viers Robert Weaver Darrell Wilson Donald Wilson Molly Wood Richard Zimmerman NOT PICTURED Jimmy Winebarger Betty Jane Allen Barbara Clark J. C. Crabtree Nancy Galway Margaret McGuire Harry Sames n I II [31 ] I The Activities . . Seated: Bill Bricker, Henry Moncure, Tom Disney, Joan McCance, Jeannine Bright Standing: Beverly Bozvles, Ann Giesen, Sue Xorris, Bob IThitmer, Tommy Giesen, Mary Sue Ilaislip, Irene Young. Nancy Burnett, Opal Sutphin, Betty Jewell Furrow, Bessie If ' agner, Doris Farmer XoT Pictured: George Norris, Nancy Russell, Karen Barnett, Jimmy Martin, Steve Moore, Mrs. Ruhye Wade. Sponsor OAK LEAF STAFF Ink and paper . . . words and pictures . . . these are insignificant in themselves. et add to them ideals and ambitions . . . mental labor and physical toil . . . determination and spirit . . . joy and solicitude . . . then you have an annual. The 1947 Oak Leaf is the result of a staff, a school and a city working to- gether. Our goals were high; our problems numerous. And now the carefully anticipated moment has arrived. Our annual has moved from the minds of the staff — into the hands of the students. The decision of failure or success is yours . . . have we surpassed or fallen below your expectations.’ Have we given you a portrait of an immortal year in our lives or a confusion of superfluous facts.’ hatever the result may be, we have whole-heartedly given you our best. The Staff and Sponsor of the 1947 Oak Leaf [ 32 ] . . of the Bobcats First Row, Seated: Bill Goodykoontz, Buddy Harris, Dickie Haislip, Bobbie Janet Robertson Second Row: Betty Branch, Joanne IVheeler, Jincy Cregger, Mary Anne St. Clair, Carolyn Sowder, Betty Jo Moore, Sue Peters, Merrianne Vaughan Third Row: Mary IVard Tillie, Bill Martin, Oscar Lee Conrad, Dick Cook, G. C. Boone, Elyse Cran- ford, Maxine Saunders, Jane Howard ACORN STAFF Extra! Extra! Read all about it! The Acorn has just come off the press with the activities, sports and gossip of the high school students. Each attractive issue which we anxiously awaited was thoroughly read and very much enjoyed. Under the skillful direction of Miss Catherine Dobyns, sponsor, our paper took an important step forward through adding a written “portrait” of our school to each issue. Ten Seniors hold the major positions on the staff, headed by Buddy Harris, editor-in-chief. The purpose of the Acorn is to give the students practice in journalism and business management. It also serves as a means of keeping the student body and the faculty acquainted with the happenings of the school. [ 33 ] The Activities . . GLEE CLUB Mary Jo Charlton Bobbie Janet Robertson. . IzETTA ArBOGAST Margie Divers Thelma .Alderman Kathleen Hinkley Thelma Si.mpson Irene Collier Wilma Hudgins Betty Sutphin Janet Clear Lorraine Kessler Margaret Woolwine Edythe Covey Evelyn McNeil Mabel Sawyers Lilly Jo Fortune Barbara Price Evelyn Roop The Glee Club was reorganized this year under the able leadership of Mr. Hesch. This group of girls has manifested its talent and worthiness by assisting the Dramatic Club in presenting a Christmas program for the community; presenting a special assembly program of popular music to raise funds for new band instru- ments, and furnishing the Baccalaureate music at Commencement time. Mr. Hesch has stimulated much interest in music through his work with the Glee Club and the Band. [ 34 ] . . of the Bobcats THE BAND Charles Eaton Patty Jo Bowling Tom Mayo Jimmy Jo Martin President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Nancy Alderman James Kesling Ralph Peek Betty Jane Allen Mabel Long Jack Smith Andrew Farmer Ruth Long Dixie Sowers Pat Graybeal Mona Sue Lovern Dickie Zimmerman Jim Martin This year the Band has been completely reorganized and the members have practiced hard. The work which has been accomplished is proof of what can be done by anyone who has patience and vision. Occasions for public appearances have not been frequent, but the Fall and Spring Concerts have shown that the instrumentalists have put a great deal of zeal and energy into the support of their leader, Mr. Hesch. [ 35 ] The Activities . i First Row: Ruth Midkiff, Randolph Roberson, Nancy Burnett, Bill Goodykoontz, Betty Branch Second Row: Bill Martin, Patty Bowling, Hazel Smith, Kitty Heinline, Mary Jo Kinder, Betty Jo Dudley, Rose Radclife, Ann Giesen, Bill Cline Third Row: Paul Hollandsworth, Curtis Lewis, Frankie Jf ' illiams, Garnet Hall, Tom Disney, Oscar Lee Conrad, Lock Lowman, Charles Eaton STUDENT PATROL Upholding our school traditions, creating order from confusion and regulating the disorderly, our Student Patrol has spent an active, cooperative year under the leadership of Nancy Burnett, president, and Mr. Luzenski, the patrol’s most efficient and capable sponsor. In its work to improve our school, the Student Patrol has left no stone un- turned. Their’s is an organization truly deserving the praise and admiration of our school. [ 36 ] . . . of the Bobcats , T Hi STUDENT COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION Ann Giesen President Dickie Haislip Vice President Forrest Scott Secretary-Treasurer Presidents Floris Schultz Junior Class Robert Whitmer Senior Class Bennett Cole Sophomore Class Mary Ward Tilley Freshman Class Nancy Burnett Student Patrol Ann Giesen .Student Council Mary Ann St. Clair Home Economics Club Bessie Wagner Language Club Betty Bowling Girls’ Athletic Association Henry Moncure Annual Staff Buddy Harris Newspaper Staff Home Rooms 102 — Johnny Dalton 202 — Joyce Baker 207 — Bobby Perrow 103 — Jack Cook 203 — Karen Barnett 208 — Opal Sutphin 107 — Bane Atkinson 204 — Donald Dobbins 209 — Frankie Howard 108 — Helen Hutton 205 — Dick Cook 4 — Juanita Boles 109 — Jimmy Moore 206 — George Norris 8 — Jimmy Hutton few years ago a Student Cooperative Association was instituted among the students at Rad- ford High. All classes are represented in the organization, whose duty it is to develop a sense of individual responsibili ty and to aid the faculty in maintaining a high standard of conduct and decorum. The local organization was represented at the state meeting of the S. C. A. by .Ann Giesen, president. The activities that have been undertaken by the Association this year include: Planning with the faculty methods of improving assembly programs; promoting student contributions to the relief of tuberculosis and infantile paralysis; presenting a safety program during Fire Prevention Week; soliciting membership for the junior Red Cross, and sponsoring the “White Christmas” contributions to unfortunate families at Christmas time. [ 37 ] The Activities LANGUAGE CLUB Las Felices Coraznes, Les Heureux Cceurs, Felixa Pectora Juanita Boles, Spanish Bill Bricker, Spanish Jeannine Bright, Spanish Nancy Burnett, Spanish Bill Cline, Latin Bennett Cole, Spanish Betty Cook, Latin Elyse Cranford, Spanish Virginia Mae Cregger, Latin Johnny Dalton, Latin Tom Disney, Spanish Geneva Dulaney, Spanish Betty Jo Dudley, Spanish Charles Eaton, Latin Doris Farmer, Spanish Betty Jewell Furrow, French Jean Gemmill, Latin Pat Graybeal, Latin Mary Sue Haislip, Latin Doris Holt, Latin Peggy Hornsby, Spanish Jane Howard, Latin Frankie Howard, Latin Helen Hutton, Spanish Jimmy Hutton, Spanish Mary Jo Kinder, Latin Ronella Kirby, Spanish Ruth Ann Martin, Spanish Martha Mayo, Latin Tom Mayo, Latin Henry Moncure, Latin, Spanish, French Betty Mozingo, Spanish Joan McCance, Latin, Spanish Sue Peters, Spanish Virginia Phillips, Latin Mary Anne St. Clair, Latin Hazel Smith, Latin Carolyn Sowder, Latin Mary Sue Stafford, Spanish Dudley Sturdivant, Spanish Opal Sutphin, Spanish Thelma Talton, French Merrianne Vaughan, Latin Martha Waddell, Latin Bessie Wagner, Spanish Barbara Weeks, Latin Robert Whitmer, Spanish Nina W’oods, Latin Jack Wray, Spanish Ralph Wright, Spanish The Language Club, an outgrowth of “El Circulo Espanol,” is basically an honor society for students of ancient and modern languages. Our school can be proud of this club’s large membership, as each member of the club has an average of 90 or above in one or more foreign languages. The job of revision has been an extremely tedious one, w ' hich was adeptly handled by Bessie Wagner, president of the club, and the language teachers who sponsored the organization. [ 38 ] of the Bobcats First Row: Virginia Phillips, Doris Farmer Second Row: Peggy Hornsby, Wilma Jean Hudgins, Doris Holt, Mary Anne St. Clair, Mary Frances Deyerle, Betty Jewell Furrow Third Row: Jeannine Bright, Joan McCance, Mildred Simpson, June Showalter, Ruth Ann Martin, Carolyn Sowder, Virginia Mae Cregger, Miss Jordan Not Pictured: Betty Bowling, Martha Mayo, Elsie McGuire, Betty Martin FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA One of the most worth-while organizations at Radford High School is the Future Homemakers of America Club. As proof of the ingenuity of the members of this club, activities completed this session included the hemming of the metallic stage backdrop, baking and selling pies, selling programs at football games, making cookies for the Veterans Hospital and preparing and serving meals to visiting participants in the basket- ball tournament. The club, which is affiliated with the State and National Organizations, is sponsored by Miss Beth Jordon. Mary Anne St.Clair has served as president during the 1946-47 session. [ 39 ] The Activities . . D. O. CLUB Gene Durman President Bill Cook Vice President Dorris Ratcliffe Secretary Ralph Hall Treasurer Mr. V. B. Hatcher Sponsor Edna DeHart Ben Gravely Lucille Dobbins Harless Akers Benny Holliday Mary Alice Dobbins Alton Brookman Moy AIayberry Frances Morris Denton Corder Steve Moore Olivia Smith Jack Cook David Pannell Jeanette Trail Frankie Walker The Diversified Occupations Club has an appropriate motto, “Earn While You Learn,” for it is the purpose of the club to learn much about many occupations. The members of the club engage in various kinds of work throughout the city and gain credit toward graduation as well as invaluable experience in their vocations. Mr. Hatcher, the coordinator, is responsible for much of the competence and judgment that is manifested by the members. [ 40 ] of the Bobcats G. A. A. Nancy Alderman Geraldine Harris Joyce Newcomb Betty Allen Jo Ann Hedge Sue Norris IZETTA ArBOGAST Kathleen Hinkley V’iRGiNiA Phillips Joyce Baker Doris Holt Nellie Price Karen Barnett Frankie Holt Rose Radcliffe Jo Ann Benson Jane Howard Betty Jean Roop Juanita Boles Helen Hutton Evelyn Roop Betty Bowling A ' Iary Jo Kinder June Showalter Beverly Bowles Ann King IvA Shumate Patty Jo Bowling Joyce Knox Joan Simpkins Betty Brown Mickey Landrum Hazel Smith Nancy Burnett Joan Lewis Mildred Smith Janet Clear Mable Long Virginia Smith Betty Jean Cook Opal Mannon Carol Sutphin Derylene DeHart Betty Martin Elmalene Thompson Louise DeHart Betty Mozingo Mary Ward Tilley Mary Frances Deyerle Virginia McCraw Janet Tipton Margie Divers Fannie McGaughin Martha Waddell Jeanne Dudley Evelyn McNeil Lois Webster Jeanne Gemmill Ruth Midkiff Barbara Weeks .‘ nn Giesen Betty Moore Joyce W ' hitt Mary Ellin Gray Ann Morrow Margaret Woolwine Mary Sue Haislip Janet Munier Dolly Wright Betty Harris Irene Young This being the second year of the Girls’ Athletic Association’s existence, the club has done re- markably well in encouraging more girls to participate in athletic events. These girls have turned out skilled teams in speedball, basketball, volleyball, softball, ping-pong, and other sports. Under the guidance of Miss Mickey Clement, sponsor, this wide-spread organization has pro- ceeded with the awarding of monograms on a basis of sports participation. Betty Bowling, president of the club, has as her assistants: Beverly Bowles, vice president; Joan Simpkins, secretary and treasurer; Betty Martin, recorder, and Jeanne Dudley, reporter. The club has spent a lucrative and entertaining year by sponsoring such events as the “Sweet- heart Hop” at Valentine’s Day. [ 41 ] FOOTBALL SEASON On August 28, 1946, the Radford High School 1947 “Bobcats” began their football training. The prospects for the on-coming season looked exceptionally good, as there were thirteen lettermen reporting back for gridiron duty. Their training, which proved strenuous but profitable, began at Camp Ki- wanis under the sponsorship of the City and Radford Civic Clubs. Two co-captains. Bill Cook and Tommy Giesen, were soon chosen and the team was ready for the coming season. Winning ten games out of eleven, the Bobcats’ football squad was very successful. The Bobcats displayed the best of all-round sportsmanship. Much of the credit for such a fine team and excellent record should be given to the back- field coach, Fred McCoy, and the line coach, “Happy” Hobgood. Bobby Howard (E) Stafford Carter (T) Johnny Norris (G) George Norris (C) LINE-UP Bill Howell (G) Harold Bellamy (T) Robert Whitmer (E) Tommy Giesen (HB) Frankie Williams (HB) Doc Caldwell (QB) Gene Durman (FB) SCHEDULE Radford 20— Blacksburg o The Radford Bobcats began their season with an overpowering victory against the Blacksburg Indians. This game was their only daylight game of the season, and it was played in Blacksburg. Radford 12 — Pearisburg 6 In their first home game of the season, which was also their first night game, the Bobcats triumphed over Pearisburg with a two to one ratio. Radford 32 — Pulaski o Playing at night in Pulaski, our Bobcats carried through in true victorious style, which thrilled our home-town patrons and brought favorable comments from football patrons at large. Radford 27 — Dublin o The Dublin Dukes traversed to Radford to receive defeat from our mighty Bobcats in our third night game. The Power of FOOTBALL SEASON Radford 26 — William Byrd 13 The Bobcats were scored against for the second time in this thrilling home game. Radford 18 — Wytheville o For the third time the Bobcats went on tour and handed out an overpowering victory. This time Wytheville was the receiver of the defeat. Radford 14 — Martinsville 13 In a thrilling game at Martinsville, the Bobcats made every point count in their seventh contest of the season. Radford 32 — Schoolfield o Schoolfield traveled to Radford to receive an overwhelming defeat at the hands of our home team. In chilly weather, with our voices hoarse, we watched our Bobcats triumph in their seventh night game. Radford 42 — Christiansburg o Chalking up the largest score of their season, the Bobcats journeyed to Christiansburg to make their ninth consecutive victory . . . and to bring their 1946-47 season to near completion. Radford 7 — William Fleming 19 This game, having previously been postponed due to weather conditions, was a victory for Fleming and the Bobcats’ first defeat. THE JAYVEES The Junior Varsity had a most successful season, losing only one game out of four. The little “Cats” pushed their way over Pulaski Junior Varsity’s Orioles twice, first in a 13 — 12 thriller and second, a 19 — 13 score. Having defeated the Wytheville J. V.’s 18 to 6 in their first encounter, the “Cats” received their only defeat, a 12 to 6 count, in their second game with Wytheville, which concluded their season. Many of the J. V. players will be excellent candidates for the Varsity team in 1947-48. [ 44 ] the Bobcats First Row: Steve Moore, Doc Caldwell, Gut Carter, Tommy Giesen, Gene Durman, Bob fVhitmer, Bill Cook, Bobby Howard, Bill Howell, Dick Cook Second Row: Gary Holdren, Mac DeHart, George Norris, Bill Martin, Garnet Hall, Harold Bellamy, Jack Cook, Donald Gibson, Dickie Haislip, Buddy Harris Third Row: Bill Arnold, Jack Wray, Dicky Lucas, Lock Lowman, Frankie Williams, Tom Disney, Sherman Davis, Dudley Sturdivant, Sam Blue, Bill Goodykoontz, Bane Atkinson VARSITY CLUB Bobby Howard. . Stafford Carter “Doc” Caldwell Bill Cook .... President Vice President Secretary . . . . Treasurer Exclusive and informal, the R. H. S. Varsity Club is an organization with a purpose. Through its constitution it directs the awarding of all monograms in addition to serving the admirable purpose of bringing together all boys parti- cipating in our school’s four major sports — football, basketball, baseball and track. Organized under the capable direction of Coaches Fred McCoy and “Happy” Hobgood, the Varsity Club is filling the long-felt needs of an athletic monogram club in our school. The student body takes great pride in the members of this organization, whose positions are greatly envied and admired by all. [ 45 ] The Cagers of . . . I First Row: Bill Cook, Frankie irUliams, Dick Cook, Steve Moore Second Row: Dudley Sturdivant, Manager; Robert Jlliitmer, Tom Disney, Bobby Howard, Sherman Davis, Bill Howell Third Row: Buddy Harris, Tom Giesen, Bane Atkinson, Dickie Haislip BOYS ' BASKETBALL The high-geared 1947 edition of the Bobcats’ hardwood artists was a fast- moving, smooth-working outfit with all the skill and agility of a true champion- ship team. “Big Bob” Whitmer, captain of the Cats’ quintet, set a rapid pace for the talented, incomparable Bobcats. Both Bob Whitmer and Dick Cook were selected for the all-tournament line-up in both the district and state events. Sporting our new school colors for the first time, these boys have already brought superlative honor and glory to the “black and white,” and have set our future goal as the top rung in the state championship ladder. [ 46 ] . . the Bobcats First Row: Jimmy Patterson, Claude Wilson, Jimmy T. Moore, Bill Martin, George Norris, Arthur Mabery, Randolph Robinson Second Row: Dan Williams, Rodney Price, Charles Maness, “Sonny” Weaver, Pete Giesen, Robert Bishop, Johnny Dalton, Bill Bricker, Gene Dixon Third Row: Bill Cline, Bill Jordan, Charles Eaton, Jimmy Eaton, Ralph Peek BOYS ' JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL The Radford High Junior Varsity A and B teams ended their season early in March, capturing both cups in the District J. V. Tourney. The season was excep- tionally successful, with only one loss in approximately twenty games. Many of the “little Cats” have certain places on next year’s Varsity. Although many of the Junior Varsity Cagers were inexperienced they came through in true Bobcat fashion, and gave the Varsity Cagers support in every possible way. It is our greatest hope that the “little Cats” will come through as success- fully next year as they have during 1946-47. [ 47 ] The Bobkittens . . . Front Row; Rose Radclife and Sue Norris, Co-Captains Second Row, Seated: Irene Young, Opal Mannon, Ann Giesen, Bridie Ross, Sally Bellamy Third Row: Mable Sawyers, Ruth Midkiff, Louise DeHart, Hope Cochran Fourth Row: Margie Divers, Elmalene Thompson, Lois IVebster, Floris Shultz GIRLS ' BASKETBALL For the second time in eleven years the girls’ basketball team at R. H. S. has been a truly outstanding organization. Under the skillful direction of Miss Mickey Clement, our Bobkittens chalked up nineteen victories against a lone setback. Not content with such an admirable record alone, they went on to greater victories in the girls’ basketball tournaments. This group of girls was too tough to handle in both their offense and their defense, as was proved by the fact that five members of the sextet made the all- tournament line-up. Miss Clement has done a line job in creating a girls’ team with the same power and skill which is so typical of the name “Bobcats.” In addition to the returning Varsity members, the Junior Varsity will supply good material for next year’s team, which should prove to be one of champions. [ 48 ] . . . of Forty-Seven First Row: Betty Heuser, Geraldine Harris, Derlyene DeHart, Mary Sue Haislip, Janet Clear Second Row: Joyce Whitt, Molly Wood, Iva Shumate, Frankie Howard, J ' irginia McCraw Third Row: Betty Cook, Geneva Dulaney, Betty Lee Dobbins, Patty Bowling, Mabel Long GIRLS ' JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL VARSITY BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Date Team Place We They December 13 Shawsville There 34 19 December 17 Pearisburg Here 40 13 December 19 Pearisburg There 40 18 January 3 Alumnae Here 34 13 January 7 William Byrd There 16 10 January 10 Blacksburg There 35 21 January 14 Pearisburg Here 33 17 January 17 Narrows Here 25 10 January 21 R. S. T. C There 23 1 1 January 24 Pulaski Here 38 9 January 28 Narrows There 32 13 January 31 William Fleming There 29 30 February 4 Christiansburg Here 30 19 February 7 Blacksburg Here 36 17 February 10 Christiansburg There 35 20 February II Pearisburg There 51 24 February 14 William Fleming Here 36 20 February 17 Shawsville Here 45 31 February 21 Pulaski There 25 16 February 25 William Byrd Here 42 19 [ 49 ] Tales of . . Bobby Janet Robertson, Betty Bowling, Sue Peters, Merrianne Vaughan Maxine Saunders Nancy Burnett CHEERLEADERS From the din of a tense, extrovertical crowd rose the voices of R. H. S. . . . cheering for our Bobcats through victory or through strife, under the able direc- tion of six girls in white . . . our cheerleaders. Their constant inspiration and tireless efforts thrilled us to the marrow, and with inestimable pride we acknowledged them as our own . . . our chosen six. They, too, were champions. Trained to perfection by Miss Juanita Phillips, these snappy-moving girls were animated with the spirit shown by the head cheerleaders, Nancy Burnett and Maxine Saunders. [ 50 ] the Bobcats Once upon a time there were 500 “Bobcats” in a school- house on a hilltop . . . and we were all among them, for the time was the beginning of a new school year September 5, 1946. For days we saw faces, faces and more faces; familiar faces and new faces. There were many new friends to make and new things to do, yet slowly order and harmony rose from amid the chaos of those first memorable days. For some of us they were our first days in high school, for others, our first school days of the year; but for the football boys, they were only premeditated events that w ' ere in keeping with the schedule which had occupied them since the 25th of August. Yes, the carriers of the pigskin had alrea dy begun their gridiron grueling . . . their faithful workouts, their seemingly endless practice. All of us shared in reaping their harvest of victories — a harvest made possible only by their diligent training. But the starring lettermen were not alone in their practice and their work for many who never reached the crowning glory of representing our school on the gridiron had intentions equally great, and labored as diligently They also serve who only stand and wait. ' I ' here were many teams who worked together to make up the “Bobcats” and among the greatest of them all was a team of six girls, clad in black and white, who braved the forces of all nature’s works to cheer our “Bobcats” onward. Neither rain ncr snow, distance nor expense could stop our cheerleaders who filled our games with spirit, pep and sportsmanship. Winning or losing, our teams andour cheerleaderswon the admiration and respect of everyone. Whether they won or lost, we were proud of our “Bobcats” and were in- spired by our cheerleaders. Skeety wee, Skeety woe [ 51 ] 1 Tales of . . Pep meetings, hot dogs, speedball, class rings, dances, homework, heartbeats and Halloween . . . as our year grew older, we grew more wise and confident. hlany people, working together, make up the R. H. S. Bobcats, just as many parts, joined to- gether, make nature’s Bobcats. A forced comparison, perhaps, but for us it ex- plains the make-up of our teams and school. We led a life of gaiety and puns; laughter, to us, was as important as friendship. hen our work was done, we sought seclusion from our studies in the lighter things of life. Remember “ Kilroy’s” visit on Halloween . . . and how often we petitioned “Richard” to open the door? To some these may seem foolish trivialities now — just like our Heads, Knows, Eyes, Ears, Cubs and Tales of the Bobcats — yet without them our year would never have been complete . . . yes, the thought of our laughter will live on to echo through the halls of R. H. S. long after we have left . . . for our childish puns and pleasures are a part of youth which we will leave behind in exchange for the responsibilities of manhood. The Bobcats are versatile. “Merry Christmas!” . . . what a very merry Christmas we all had. A season of splendor and gaiety which we filled with a deep feeling of love and pride by contributing a record amount of gifts to the public welfare’s “White Christmas” ... a season which filled our hearts with its significance as we silently watched the Christmas Pageant of tableaux ... as we reverently heard the fresh young voices of our Glee Club raised in humble tribute. The Bobcats had a Merry Christmas .... [ 52 ] . . the Bobcats The “Cats’” and “Kittens’” basketball teams were champions in every sense of the word. From January until March our happy hearts and hoarse voices were factual evidence of the spirit with which we followed our teams — our champions. The weather made it seem as if a bit of spring had materialized in the middle of February, until we awoke one day to find our city covered with a feathery blanket of soft, downy snow — for winter had not left our State — we had 12 inches of snow in Radford. Snow or no snow, we trudged on to follow our team through their glorious victories over Fleming and Byrd in the finals. Our cagers’ season was a season of victories — a season to remember. [ 53 ] Tales of . . . Seated: Lee Conrad, Rose Radclifie, Ann Giesen, Jeanne Dudley, Ruth Midkiff, Henry Moncure Standing: Harold McCoy, Tom Disney, Dudley Sturdivant. Not Pictured: Olivia Smith, Doc Caldwell Out of all our teams at R. H. S., there was one which worked longer than all the others — it was a team of individuals, bound together by a common ideal and a single aim. They had no name for their team, nor any uniforms for themselves. Their coaches were all the teachers; the tools of their game were textbooks — for they were the scholarship students of our school. Their finals — the XROTC, Pepsi-Cola, W ' estinghouse and D. A. R. Competitions — lasted long; their competitors were many. But in true Bobcat tradition, members of this team also triumphed, and their championship was crowned with the reward of a college education. Sports competition or scholarship competition, literary or athletic, the Bob- cats were champions and they had a record which was hard to match. .... United IVe Stand [ 54 ] . . the Bobcats From March until June, time seemed to run a race with the Seniors, seeing which would finish first. The race w ' as close, and although sometimes it seemed as if time were going too fast for the Seniors, they reached the finish together, as always. It was not unexpected that time should seem to pass so quickly, since March, April and May were filled with a multitude of important things . . . the annual went to press . . . baseball season started . . . track season began . . . pre- liminary debate teams were organized ... a very busy schedule w ' as followed constantly. In the contest of one-act plays, March 24th, we saw some of our talented Bobcats in a very different manner from the way we had known them. The Last Page seemed to draw our emotions into their vortex and to carry U3 speechlessly, helplessly through to its u.iforgettable climax. For the first time we saw the Bobcats as a group of persons who held be- hind their superficial gaiety a profound deepness which intrigued in us a deep admiration and instilled them into our hearts. Our year grew shorter and our pride grew deeper as our teams reached high achievements in the literary contest at Fleming, April nth. [ 55 ] t ■; ora Public Library Radford, Virginia 24141 Tales of the Bobcats We began to take on us a feeling of triumph and carefreeness as we reached the “finals” of our term — the Junior-Senior Prom — when the Seniors felt so old . . . and amid the serenity of an old-fashioned garden . . . the Juniors felt that proud feeling re- served only for the Seniors . . . while the Seniors reminisced over that same feeling which had been theirs a year ago when a rainbow and a pot of gold had filled their minds with lasting memories. The night of the Senior play . . . the party at the Lighthouse . . . the Senior picnic . . . commencement speeches . . . the gaiety and the sadness of graduation — another chapter in the life of the Bobcats drew to a close, while yet a new chapter had already begun with seventh graders visiting our “ home.” Thus we concluded one of the many tales of the Bobcats; however their unity and spirit are not gone from R. H. S.; it is not the end of our story — but rather the beginning of another. One class ceased to attend our school . . . they have commenced to be men and women . . . may they live happily ever after. COMPLIMENTS O F LYNCHBURG FOUNDRY COMPANY Radford, Virginia Lynchburg, Virginia [57] COMPLIMENTS OF Sutton Company Inc. Member The Associated General Contractors of America Home Office: RADFORD, VIRGINIA Williamsburg, Va. CowEN, W. a. Richwood, W. Va. Zanesville, Ohio [ 58 ] COMPLIMENTS O F THE American Viscose Corporation [ 59 ] Compliments of HOPKINS PHARMACY When You Want Drugs Bad You Need Them Good High School Students IDEALS are practical things. You have been trained in high ideals for service to your country. In war, and in peace, those who carry on in public service must hold fast to Ideals. Intrust your business to an institution that has served your com- munity well through every major crisis for forty years. The First and Merchants National Bank Radford, Virginia Resources Over 6,000,000.00 MEMBER OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM MEMBER OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION Compliments of H. Pat Horton AND Luther Copenhaver “INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE AGENCY OF RADFORD” [ 60 ] Gordon Dalton Co. Distributors of PLEE-ZING FOOD PRODUCTS Sold with Money-Back Guarantee CLOVER BRAND DAIRY PRODUCTS MILK — BUTTER — ICE CREAM Manufactured by Clover Creamery Company, Inc. Radford, Virginia Dial 3928 Martin Motor Co., Inc. CHRYSLER— PLYMOUTH East Norwood Street Dial 4112 Radford, Virginia [ 61 ] The Jordan House Radford’s DeLuxe Tourist Home Eight Blocks from Route ii on Randolph Street Radford, ' irginia SHOP AT “The Home of Better Values’ ' RADFORD, VIRGINIA Remember, You Always Save by Trading at Leggett’s DIAMONDS — WATCHES — JEWELRY — SILVERWARE Try Our Convenient Lay- Away Plan SAUL SIMON Watch Repairing Jewelry Remodeling Radford, Virginia [ 62 ] Compliments of ROSE STEVENS SUPPLY CORP. WHOLESALE PLUMBING - HEATING - MINING - INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES Telephone 3955 Radford, Va. CONGRATULATIONS from Scott ' s Store Radford ' ’s Largest V ariety Store Phone 3141 Compliments of Radford Knitting Mills Radford, Virginia COMPLIMENTS OF EAGLE ' S 5c AND 10c STORE RADFORD VIRGINIA THOMAS INGRAM FURNITURE Everything to Make the Home Comfortable 1003 Norwood Street Phone 4236 Radford, Virginia Carson Drug Store The Most Popular Soda Fountain in Town Dial 3963 Radford, Virginia [ 64 ] WILSON PONTIAC COMPANY FIRST AND WALKER STREETS Phone 2251 Radford, Virginia COMPLIMENTS OF Hash Furniture Company RADFORD VIRGINIA Central Chevrolet Corporation CHEVROLET AND OLDSMOBILE Sales and Service RADFORD, VIRGINIA [ 65 ] Lyle ' s Drug Store Established 1887 WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATRONAGE Dial 2212 Radford, Virginia CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1947 from Rose ' s 5— 10— 25c Store Radford, irginia FLORSHEIM AND JARMAN SHOES CURLEE CLOTHES STETSON HATS WILSON BROS. FURNISHINGS The Copenhaver Company “ The Home of Quality Radford, Virginia Dial 3841 [ 66 ] Glenn Young s Easy Pay Tire Store Third Street and Grove Avenue Radford, Virginia GOODYEAR TIRES Compliments of TOWE ' S JEWELRY STORE N. W. WATCH INSPECTORS Dial 3 loi Radford, Virginia Your Satisfaction Guaranteed Spic Span Cleaners Dial 2561 Radford, Virginia [ 67 ] De Vilbiss Funeral Home Dial 2500 Radford, ' irginia DEPENDABLE AND ECONOMICAL SERVICES FOR ANY EMERGENCY THE NEW RADFORD LAUNDRY, Inc. LAUNDRY, DRY CLEANING, FUR SERMCE STORAGE AND RL G CLEANING Dial 3171 Radford, irginia Compliments of Peoples Bank of Radford Growing with R.adford — Serving a Progressive Community Radford, Virginia Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation [ 68 ] W. T. BALDWIN ALL LINES OF INSURANCE (Participating and Non-Assessable) LIFE FIRE BONDS AUTO davids LADIES’ WEARING APPAREL RADFORD-PULASKI PRINTERS TO THE RADFORD HIGH SCHOOL Distinctive Printing by an Old Established Firm RADFORD NEWS JOURNAL Southwest Virginia’s Outstanding Daily Newspaper “DO AS THE ROMANS DID” CALL FOR CAESAR Oldest Cleaner in Virginia BETTER DRY CLEANING SERVICE FREE DELIVERY Dial 3401 Radford, Virginia Virginia Shoe Shop Warren L. Giles, Prop. Custom Grade Shoe Service “Let A Veteran Serve You” Radford, Virginia [ 69 ] • Remington Typewriters • Philco and Emerson Radios • Keepsake Diamonds • Xationally Advertised Watches • Expert Watch and Jewelry Repairs Wall ' s Jewelers Dial 3581 Radford, ' irginia Central Lumber Company Incorporated ‘‘Everything from Foundation to Chimney Top” Radford, Va. Dial 3914 Groceries, Meat, Fresh Produce BIRDS EYE FROZEN FOODS White Front Grocery Phone 3917 Radford, ' irginia Harvey Motor Co. Buick Sales and Services Radford, ’irginia BETTY ' S Steak House Radford ' s Best Eating Place” Dial 2925 Radford, a. [ 70 ] Compliments of Compliments of SEARS ' ORDER OFFICE NEWBY’S SERVICE STATION Radford, Virginia IMPRESSIVE - - - THIS HOME! But Exciting Adventure in Living Comes from Distinctive Furnishings Give your home interior beauty that makes it an enchanting spot for real living RADFORD FURNITURE COMPANY COMPLETE FURNISHINGS FOR THE HOME TYLER BUILDING RADFORD, VIRGINIA Compliments of APPLIANCE SERVICE Alleghany Hotel CENTER EQUIPMENT, SALES AND SERVICE Dial 3966 Radford, Virginia Phone 3241 Norwood St. Radford, Va. Compliments BEST WISHES! of Hornsby ' s Place RADFORD COMMUNITY HOSPITAL COMPLIMEN ' l ' S OF WPU V Serving Southwest Virginia From Pulaski 1230 ON Your Dial MAYBE NOT TOMORROW— BUT SOON SLOWLY BUT SURELY WE ARE MAK- ING POSTWAR PROGRESS TO BE ABLE TO SERVE YOU MORE EFFICIENTLY IN YOUR NEEDS Compliments of WALLACE’S SAIARTWEAR Compliments of NEWCOMB’S SERVICE STATION Dial 2395 Compliments of Compliments of Sayer Bros. AIen’s — Women’s — Children’s Rea d y-to- W ear “ F ' Clothe the Fam ily ' Radford, Virginia J. Freezer Son, Inc. Dependable Shirt Makers” Radford, Virginia RADFORD VANCE CO., Inc. HARDWARE ACME QUALITY PAINTS HOTPOINT APPLIANCES Household Electric and Plumbing Supplies Roofing w Phone 2622 Radford, Va. RADFORD HARDWARE CO. Good Place to Trade” Compliments of Hardware Implements stoves and ranges MAYTAG WASHING MACHINES AND CROSLEY REFRIGER.ATORS Dial 2669 DINER GRILL [ 73 ] COMPLIMENTS O F DIXIE HOTEL - COEFEE SHOP STEAKS — CHICKEN SPORT AND ELECTRIC SHOP • Sporting Goods • Guns • Fishing Tackle Compliments oj • Electrical Appliances • Devoe Paints PHONE 4110 RADFORD, VIRGINIA W. V. SEAVER The Radford Insurance Agency Fairlawn Market 1 TDT 7 CT 1 J A r T T?C Successor to 1. 1 jvj !■, X 1 S 1 .i 1 ■■ w J. S. McConnell Quality Meats and Groceries Complete Insurance Service Dial 2802 We Deliver Compliments of VINIO IA ‘aHOTQVH Joseph P. Furrow AHAtIVH ’W ‘V JEWELER AND WATCH REPAIR (ncnooj AND RETAIL JEWELRY ASA’aVH ATOQ QTO WHITEHEAD ' S PHARMACY ‘‘‘‘A Real Drug Store” V ioo% Boosters for Radford High School [ 74 ] HOWE ' S ESSO STATION Esso Extra — Esso Motor Oil — Esso — • Essolube Expert Lubrication Dial 2081 Radford, Va. WILSON’S WALLPAPER STORE Compliments Complete Line of Wallpaper AND Paint of Dial 2527 Tyler Avenue Radford Pastry Shop BEST WISHES OFFICE SUPPLIES AND TO STATIONERY ' THE SENIORS FILING EQUIPMENT THE DRESS SHOP Radford, irginia DUPLICATING MACHINES AND SUPPLIES WILSON’S Phone 2161 J. E. GRAHAM Compliments of GENERAL MERCHANDISE Powder Puff Beauty Bar Phone 2721 Call 3904 RADFORD DRUG COMPANY “ Your Satisfaction is Our Success” Phone 201 1 Radford, Virginia [ 75 ] Compliments oj Giesen-Caldwell Agency Insurance Real Estate Radford, ' irginia Arthur R. Giesen illiam A. Caldwell Compliments of MODERNE BEAUTY SHOPPE Compliments of STAR BARBER SHOP GOOD LUCK TO ALL! Christian Furniture Co. Radford, Virginia C ompliments of THE PANTRY SHELF Radford, Trginia Compliments of Piggly -Wiggly Compliments of FELIX Radford, irginta Compliments oj RADFORD and VIRGINIAN THEATRES [ 76 ] COMPLIMENTS OF MITCHELL-MARTIN MOTOR COMPANY Radford, Virginia Compliments of WEST END FEED STORE STANLEY’S JEWELERS Eshelman Guaranteed Feed “Home of Perfect Diamonds” Pulaski, irginia Dial 2933 Radford, 0 . Compliments John F. Ratcliffe of STORAGE WAREHOUSE Radford Recreation Parlor RADFORD TRUCK TERMINAL CENTRAL MARKET Compliments of FRESH MEATS T’HE ROUNDHOUSE AND ' EGETABLES Phone 2206 Winston’s Food Store Quality Meats — Groceries H e Appreciate Your Business Compliments of BUDDY’S GEORGE ' S P, SHOP Everything for the Boy and Man Phone 20032 Pulaski, Trginia Compliments OF The Shamrock Cafe Reliable Place to Dine Shoes for the Family Merit ' s Shoe Store Radford, Virginia Compliments oj Umberger ' s Super Market FRUITS — VEGETABLES — MEATS Compliments of Art Barber Shop NEW RIVER Dry Cleaners Radford, ' irginia Compliments of M. Jackson Hardware Co. Radford, Virginia KEISTER ' S Barber Shop Compliments of ALLEGHANY Barber Shop EINSTEIN FLORIST CVT FLOWERS FLORAL DESIGNS R ' al 3573 Randolph and Eighth Streets Martin -Roberts Motors, Inc. Packard - Hudson Sales and Service Telephone 4200 107 Third Street [ 78 ] A. P. Food Store Coffee Trio 8 O’CLOCK RED CIRCLE — BOKAR Phone 2230 Radford, Virginia Southwestern Virginia’s Leading PHOTOGRAPHER for many years - has provided the photography for this OAK LEAF david c. kent, photographer main street, pulaski, va. hear: your Snapshot Album ’ over W. P. U. V. Sundays at 1:30 THE MAJORITY OF THE PICTURES IN THIS BOOK WERE NOT MADE BY GOODWIN STUDIO Goodwin Studio Radford, Virginia [ 79 ] Contributors Charles A. Pearsox, Jr. Dr. J. H. Smith, Optometrist Dr. E. P. Ambrose Dr. J. C. McCoxxell Dr. L. R. Simones Dr. H. D. Fitzpatrick Dr. C. j. Crews Dr. Garett Dalton John M. Goldsmith Acknowledgement The members of the Oak Le.af Staff wish to express their appreciation to Mr. Davtd C. Kent, Photogr.apher, OF Pulaski, ' irginia; to Mr. Gerald W. 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