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

Text from Pages 1 - 232 of the 1971 volume:

RADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 30 WEST MAIN STREET RADFORD. VA 24141 540-731-3621 RADFORD HIGH SCHOOL RADFORD, VIRGINIA VOLUME 46 RADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 30 WEST MAIN STREET RADFORD. VA 24141 540-731-3621 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Youth is not a time of life ... it is a state of mind . . . Nobody grows old by merely living a number of years . . . but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul! You are as young as your faith, as old as your doubt, as young as your self- confidence, as old as your fear, as young as your hope! ... So long as your heart receives messages of beauty, cheer, courage, grandeur and power from the earth . . . So long you are young! — Anonymous 3 ENTER THE Here they come Here they come Here they come, yeah Some are walking, some are riding Here they come, yeah And some are flying, some just gliding Released after years of being kept in hiding They ' re climbing up the ladder rung by rung Enter the young, yeah Yeah, they ' ve learned to think Enter the young, yeah More than you think they think Not only learned to think, but to care Not only learned to think, but to dare Enter the young Yeah, here they come Some with questions, some decisions Here they come YOUNG And some with tacts and some with visions Of a place to multiply without the use of divisions To win a prize that no one ' s ever won Here they come, yeah Some are laughing, some are crying Here they come And some are doing, some are trying Some are selling, some are buving Some are living, some are dying But demanding recognition one by one Enter the young, yeah Yeah, they ' ve learned to think Enter the young, yeah More than you think they think Not only learned to think, but to care Not only learned to think, but to dare Enter the young THE ASSOCIATION DREAMING LIVING Enter the young — awakening to life. Enter their desires, their hopes, all their yearnings to be free. Enter their loves and hates, their idealistic dreams, their confused desperation. Enter their cares, their dares, their sudden awareness. Enter their wild madness of happiness, their sudden realization of truth. Enter the young — as the enviable innocence of youth mingles with their wicked recklessness to create a being half child and half man, half human and half divine. The exuber- ance of life, the dazzling passion of love, the fleeting moments of freedom. Trapped by no serious cares, loved and envied by everyone. Living Loving Dying Hating Cursing Learning Laughing Climbing Falling Filled with all the burning desires and fantastic ideas that make them a very special and beautiful part of RHS. LAUGHING 7 DISPLAYING LOVE AND CONCERN that she cannot conceal she stands at the front of the room and tries unsuccessfully to sound ferocious. But then the bell rings and she cheerfully yells “good-bye” so we ' ll know she ' s not really mad. Furiously, with a familiar movement of her hand, she pushes her hair back and talks about how hot it is, as she happily prepares for her next class. She is familiar with shorthand books, typewriter brushes, stencil sheets, band instruments, and Oak Leaf trips. But her world is more than this. She is such a constant source of guidance that she has almost become a second mother to RHS students. She possesses a genuine interest and concern that does not end when a class is over, a contagious optimism and happiness, and a love for her work that she transfers to her students with a cheerful demand for more tapping and less yapping.” She possesses an enviable youthfulness whose spirit does not fade with the passing years and which provides an inspiration to all who know her. FHer love and concern are visible in her glowing face that is continually lit by a happy, simple smile — a smile so strong that it can light up the world of the people around her. Loving, caring, laughing, scolding — teacher is not a word that adequately describes her. For she is more than one who corrects. She is one who cares. More than one who teaches, she is one who loves . . . The 1971 Oak Leaf spotlights Mrs. Christine Mottesheard. 8 9 a C C d d 2 M Enter the individuals of RHS — who transform empty buildings into a meaningful place of persons and experiences, who make RHS more than an institution of ordinary routine. Enter the patience and enthusiasm of an understanding teacher, the necessary bit of discipline from the administration, the leadership and pride of the senior class. Enter the suddenly released energy of the eighth graders, the newly-found independence and maturity of a freshman, the security of the sophomore, the intensified involvement of the juniors. Enter the individuals — filled with the youthful spirit of just being alive, holding on to the imagination and dreams that stir within them. Enter the invincible bonds of friendship, the guidance of an upperclassman, the plague of apathy that wrestles with initiative. Enter the inquisitive attitude of the student, the fiery spirit of an athlete, the unselfish involvement of a club member. Enter the restless search for personal identity, the effort to find one- self in the blur of faces that confront him. Enter the individuals — filled with inexhaustible spirit. A spirit that resounds through the crowded hallways and classrooms, elevates to a deafening roar at pep rallies, then drops to a caressing whisper. The sadness of forgotten dreams, the closeness of a favorite friend, the bright promise of young love, the interest and concern of someone who cares. Sharing Dreaming Learning Teaching Loving Hating Caring and Living Filled with the contagious spirit of youth that gives life beauty and breath- lessness. DR. WILLIAM H. COCHRAN: Superin- tendent of Radford City Schools; Lynchburg College, A. B.; Duke Univer- sity, M.Ed.; University of Virginia, Ed.D. MRS. FLORENCE W. MEADOR: Supervisor; Radford College, B.S.; Graduate Study, U.Va. MR. W.B. HATCHER: Assistant Supe rintendent of Schools; High Point, B.S.; Virginia Tech; U.Va., M.S. MISS DOROTHY VEST: Receptionist. MRS. LAURA FLEEMAN: West Virginia Business College. Dr. Cochran talks to Mr. Swindell about the progress of the new school. SETTING THE PACE OF RHS Mr. Hatc her prepares to look at the blueprints of our future RHS home. Mrs. Meador takes time out from her busy schedule. 12 School board members Mr. Hatcher, Mr. Dickens, Dr. Cochran, Mrs. Crews, and Mr. Coats, along with representatives from area construction companies discuss bids for the new school. Mrs. Fleeman, clerk at the school board office, is taking care of busi- ness. Miss Vest, receptionist at the school board office, greets visitors in the main office. 13 ALWAYS WILLING TO LEND AN EAR Mr. Swindell reads the Homecoming edition of the Acorn. 14 Mrs. Shumate wonders if the day will ever end! Mrs. Medlin mans her post at the mimeograph machine. MR. ROBERT M. SWINDELL: Principal; Lynchburg College, B.A.; U. Va., Master of Ed. MRS. DOROTHY R. OVERBEY: Guidance Counselor; Murray State University, A.B.; Columbia University, M.A.; Advanced Gradu- ate Study; U.Va. MRS. LORENA M. SHUMATE: Secretary to the Principal; Radford college; National Business College. MRS. EVELINE MEDLIN: Receptionist; Frankl inton, H.S. Busi- ness Course. Guiding the footsteps is the job of Mrs. Overbey. 15 GUIDING THE PROGRESS OF RHS STUDENTS Heading the vocational department for the second year is Mr. Hopkins. You don ' t expect me to believe that, do you? questions Mr. Hostetler. MR. CARLISLE HOSTETTER: Assistant Principal; Lynchburg College; Gardner-Webb )r. College; Radford College, M.S. MR. J.D. HOPKINS: Vocational Dept. Head; Georgia Tech, B.S. MR. NORMAN LINEBURG: Shepherd College, B.S.; U.Va., Master of Ed. Mr. Hostetter seems to be filling Coach Lineburg in on new football strategy. Even Mr. Lineburg has work to take home. Ih ! H p G O q Enter the young in heart — the RHS faculty. Enter their hopes and dreams for their students, their youthful imaginations, their tireless efforts to make learning an experience that will lay the foundation for creative lives. Enter their selfless dedication to their profession, their powerful and mysterious ability to mold the thou ghts and beliefs of those they teach. Enter their relent- less determination and maddening frustration. Enter the faculty — who experience pride when a student understands and hurt when he is apathetic. Enter their genuine interest, their cheerful willingness to assist, their constant worry, Do my students really care? Enter the faculty — as classrooms echo with their youthful spirit and energy. Energy that is tempered by experience and knowledge. The insatiable desire for truth, the constant enthusiasm for new information, the youthfulness that can transform the written lessons of the classroom into a meaningful application for life. Preparing Presenting Imparting Encouraging Discussing Persisting and Loving Filled with the special quality of youth that can change the destiny of the uni- verse. STRESSING Shakespeare just couldn ' t be that funny, Mrs. Wade. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION I refuse to laugh,” smirks Mrs. Dye. MRS. RUBYE M. WADE: B.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Forensics, Senior Class; English. MRS. ANN DYE: A.B., Randolph-Macon Woman ' s College; M.S., Radford College; Advisor to Oak Leaf; Sponsor-Sophomore Class; English. MRS. MYRA B. GIVENS: B.A., Longwood College; Sponsor-Jr. Tri-Hi-Y; English. MRS. BARBARA HASSELL: B.A., Radford College; Advisor to Acorn; )r. Freshman (lass; English. MRS. ROXIE Rill): B.A., M.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Sophomore Class; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y; English. MRS. G. GARLAND WILSON: B.S., Radford College; M.S., Va. Fech; Sponsor-F.T.A.; En- glish. Samuel Clemens ' pen name is not Mark Train! says Mrs. Wilson. 18 Mrs. Reed just can ' t believe her first period class. Files, files, and more tiles! sighs Mrs. Givens. Mrs. Hassell relaxes after The Acorn goes to press. What was that remark? asks Mrs. Heinline. 19 CHALLENGING STUDENTS WORLD OF FACTS Mrs. Rasmussen really looks relieved after a hard day. Did you really expect me to believe this? questions Coach Beamer. ( ' oat h Johnson seems to enjoy his first year at R.H.S. 20 WITH THE COMPLEX A triangle does so have 180 degrees,” insists Mr. Lindon. It ' s really great to have that Doctor ' s degree,” laughs Dr. Mrs. Keith fills in during Dr. Keith ' s absence. Keith. DR. VIRGIE I. KEITH: B.S., Marion College; M.S., Va. Tech; Ed. D., Univ. of Va.; Sponsor-Junior Class; Math. MRS. JANET SLUSHER KEITH: B.S., English Math, Radford College; Math. MR. FRANK M. BEAMER: B.S., Va. Tech; Assistant Foot- ball Coach; Head Baseball Coach; Sponsor-F.C.A.; Math. MR. JACK JOHNSON: B.S., Business Management, V.P.I.; Math; General Business. MR. RONALD LIN- DON: B.S., Va. Tech; Track Coach; Varsity Football Coach; Sponsor-Varsity Club; Math. MRS. JANET RASMUSSEN: B.S., Univ. of Kansas; Math. 21 � r ' % No, Spain is not in the tip of Africa, scolds Mrs. Martin. GUIDING A STUDY Did I ever tell you the story about . . . ? asks Mrs. McKay. IN PREPARATION FOR Miss Beavers wears out as the day wears on. 22 Coach Waterworth racks his brain for a bonus question. OF THE PAST THE FUTURE Mrs. Hatcher exercises her right as a citizen. MRS. NELL HATCHER: B.S., Radford College; M.S., Va. Tech.; Sponsor-Senior Class, National Honor Society; Government; Psychology. MISS MARY K. BEAVERS: B.S., Radford College; M.S., Radford College; American History; World History. MRS. REESE E. GOLDSMITH: B.S., Boston Univ.; M.Ed., Va. Tech; Sponsor-Senior Class; Virginia History; U.S. History. MRS. HELEN McKAY: A.A., Majorie Webster College; B.S., Radford College; A.A., Martha Washington College; Sponsor-Thespian Masque; Civics; Drama. MRS. DOROTHY H. MARTIN: B.A., Radford College; Madison College; World History, Geography. MR. JOHN WATERWORTH: B.A., Va. Tech; Ferrum Jr. College; J.V. Football Coach; Varsity Baseball Coach; History; English. 23 En guard e, warns Mrs. McClelland. Well, what do you know — an A, smiles Mrs. Pierce. Have you ever seen Mrs. Pierce when she wasn ' t busy? UNITING MINDS OVER THE BARRIER OF LANGUAGE 24 EMPHASIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF A FAST - MOVING BUSINESS WORLD Don ' t tell me another typewriter is broken, groans Mrs. Mottesheard. MRS. CHRISTINE B. MOTTESHEARD: Emory Henry; B.S., Rad- ford College; Master of Education, Va. Tech; Advanced Gradu- ate Study, U. V.; Shorthand; Typing. MRS. SALLY BRAMMER: B.S., Radford College; Master of Education, V.P.I.; Business Ed- ucation. MRS. MARGARET PIERCE: B.A., Emory Henry; M.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Junior Class; Spanish. MRS. CLARA MCCLELLAND: A.B., Florida State Univ.; Radford College; Spon- sor-Senior Class; French; Latin. Sure I enjoy teaching typing! laughs Mrs. Bram- mer. 25 Mrs. Weeks Inis very successfully taught the use of the slide rule. 26 Now how does this thing work? laughs Lorie Hale, Peggy Coleman, and Alice Coughlin. Now, class, tell me what this is, grins Miss Jennings. IMPARTING THE UNIVERSAL TRUTHS OF MAN AND NATURE MR. C.C. ROBERSON: A.B., Emory Henry College; Science. MISS MAE JENNINGS: B.S., Radford College; M.S., Va. Tech; Sponsor-Science Club. MR. GEOFFREY KERR: B.S., Va. Tech; M.S., Univ. of Va.; Roanoke College; Duke Unv.; Golf Coach; Sponsor-Model Rocket Club; Science. MRS. LOUISE WEEKES: B.S., Carson-Newman College; M.Ed., Univ. of North Carolina; Chemistry. Mr. Roberson looks at his new set of test papers — almost gleefully? 27 PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHERS 28 MOLD BODIES AND MINDS Do you think I ' d make a good girl s P.E. teacher? asks Coach Hall. MRS. ELIZABETH SANDIDGE: B.A., Lynchburg College; M.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Drill Team, Varsity Cheerleaders; P E.; Driver ' s Ed. MRS. ALICE M. GALLIMORE: A.B., Milligan College; Sponsor-G.A.A., Jr. Class; P.E.; Typing. MR. CARROLL A. PURCELL: M.S., Radford College; B.A., Shaw University; P.E.; Driver ' s Ed.; J.V. Basketball Coach; Eighth Grade Track. MR. PAUL D. HALL: B.S., Milligan College; P.E.; Driver ' s Ed.; Eighth Grade Football Coach; Assistant Basketball Coach. Mr. Purcell knows that teaching P.E. is more than just play. DIRECTING YOUTHFUL IMAGINATION AND INDIVIDUAL EXPRESSION Mrs. Davis arranges a still life for her first year art students. r MRS. LOUISE DAVIS: B.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Art Club; Art. MRS. MARY E. MOORE: B.S., Indiana Univ.; Pur- due Univ.; Omicron Mu. National Home Economics Honorary Society; Sponsor- Freshman Class; F.H.A. MR. RAIFORD LANDRETH: Bachelor of Music Ed., Univ. of Southern Mississippi; Band. MRS. LOIS CARR: B.S., Radford College; Chorus. Mr. Landreth studies the basics of music theory. it) “You mean you don ' t know how to use a sewing Oh, those sour notes! groans Mrs. Carr, machine? exclaims Mrs. Moore. What would the chorus do without Mrs. Carr to keep them on key? 31 Mr. Holiday plans a quiz for his first period cl ass. ' Would you believe this is a square?” laughs Mr. Hines. MR. TIMOTHY D. DOBBINS: B.S., Va. lech, M.S., Radford College; Sponsor- D.E.; Advisor-S.C.A. MR. WILLIAM H. HINES: B.S., U. Va.; Radford College; Oberlin College; Carpentry. MR. JOHN P. ROANE: B.S., Va. Tech; M.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Junior Class, Industrial Arts. MR. HOLIDAY: New River Voca- tional; Industrial Electricity. Mr. Dobbins advises a student in study hall. 32 Mr. Roane demonstrates how to use an electrical drill. GUIDING THE DEVELOPMENT OF TECHNICAL SKILLS 33 PREPARING STUDENTS I ' m glad I don ' t have many patients that look like him, remarks Mrs. Croot. Mrs. Kelvin takes on new responsibilities as practical nurse instructor. Mrs. Judkins reads up on new techniques. 34 FOR FUTURE VOCATIONS Get to work, fellas, demands Mr. Robins. Mr. Helms contends with one of the many problems in machine shop. MR. CALVIN C. ROBINS: Coyne Electrical School; Tennessee Valley Authority; Electrical Wiring. DENNIS M. SAYERS: B.S., Va. Tech; Vocational Drafting; Pre- Vocational Classes. MRS. PATRICIA DALE CROOT: Community General Hospital of Greater Syracuse; Practical Nursing. MRS. ALICE JUDKINS: Ball State Univ.; Practical Nursing. MRS. JANICE KELVIN: Grace Hospital; V.C.U.; Practical Nursing. HOBART HELMS: Blacksburg High School; West Virginia Business College; Machine Shop. How many times do I have to tell you? asks Mr. Sayers. MISS CALDWELL AND MRS. HOPKINS ■ r CARRY ON GRADUAL REBUILDING OF RHS LIBRARY MISS SUSAN CALDWELL: B.S., Radford College; M.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Library Club; Librar- ian. MRS. DONRITA HOPKINS: B.S., Radford College; Sponsor-Library Club; Assistant Librarian. One of these days. I ' ll get it right, says Mrs. Hopkins. The continual high spirits of Miss Caldwell have helped restore our library. 5t You see, there are a few books left in the library, grins Debbie Patton. Mrs. Hedge copies a rec ipe as Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. Landrum, and Mrs. Jonas look on. FACILITATING A SMOOTH - RUNNING SCHOOL So you call this work, Mr. Scott and Mr. Lee?! Now what would they do without me! sighs Mr. Weeks. Just can ' t do without those cigars, puffs Mr. Lee. 37 AN UNDYING INFLUENCE JOHN A. WILLIAMS Mr. John A. Williams was one who believed that RHS was really Number One. As a student himself, he was a star quarterback for the Bobcats. After an early discharge from the Marines because of a kidney condition, he returned to serve his alma mater by initiating a tutoring program. He strongly resented seeing youth waste themselves in apathy. He was angered by student laziness, encouraged by student endeavors and proud of student achieve- ments. Yes, to him, RHS was really Number One. And to RHS, he was a strong force in making it so. .- r MARY ANN HAISLIP Mrs. Mary Ann Haislip was full of love for all mankind and she selflessly gave RHS the fullest measure of her skills and talents. She possessed a sense of humor which brightened up any boring day because we all knew that she cared. Mrs. Haislip wanted us to learn and she was disappointed when we fell under our standards, but we always knew that she would help us in every way she could. When God thought of Mrs. Haislip, He must have laughed with satisfaction. She was so rich, so deep, so sincere. This is the picture carried by all who knew her. Mrs. Haislip will long be remembered. Their line is gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun. Psalm 19:4 Iff CZ3 H Z M O CD Enter the seniors — impatient for the future, yet reluctant to leave the secu- rity of RHS. They look back, savoring the pride, the prestige, the confidence that comes with being on top. Then they look to the future, uncertain, but eager to confront what it will bring. Enter their memories — memories of games, hops, teachers, assemblies, dances, friends: memories that somehow gain importance in the last few months of their final year on the Hill. Enter the seniors — leading RHS through a chaotic year, providing support and encouragement for a bewildered student body. Dreaming Planning Doubting Leading Encouraging Supporting and Remembering Filled with the youthful spirit of maturity that transforms the children of today into the men and women of tomorrow. President Dennis Hunter Vice-President Secretary-Treasurer Charles Bird Mason Cole DEMANDING RECOGNITION ONE BY ONE” Enter the Seniors — frightened by the prospect of leaving the world of high school, searching for answers to their unanswerable questions, delving into the unknown with an insatiable curiosity. They walk the halls of Radford High School for the last time, as their memories echo in their minds and bring them sadness and fear. They experience with sadness the last pep rally, the last dance, the last football game, as they speedily approach their graduation. They thrill to the respect rendered by underclassmen, yet almost envy the Junior Fresh- men who are just beginning. And as they experi- ence the beginning of the end, they suddenly feel both young and old at the same time. No longer do they exist as an inpenetrable mass, but now they df-mand recognition as individuals. They express dissatisfaction with the world, question trad.tion, and earnestly search for a place to mul- tiply without the use of divisions. They recall with satisfaction and pride their five years of diligence, progress, disappointment, and defeat at Radford High School, then turn toward an uncertain future to seek their identities. Their year is one of turbulence and responsibility, pride and apathy. Their year marks an end — and a beginning. 40 MICHAEL H. ALDERMAN SALLY ANN ALEXANDER Guess what I just heard! whispers Maria Casas. 41 SENIORS LEAD RHS DEBRA )EAN AUSTIN JERRY LEE BENNETT MICHAEL BRIAN BENNETT Typic .)l MARK ANTHONY BISHOP 42 THROUGH TURBULENT YEAR CYNTHIA LYNN BLACKBURN WILLIAM HIX BONDURANT RICHARD BOWES Government students Marie Viers, Robin Osborne, Dickie Wall, and Beth Spillman participate in a “buzz session about future of American politics. GOVERNMENT CLASS TOMMY CALDWELL FREDERIC C. CALE CAROLYN SUE CALFEE LARRY DEAN CARDEN I know I left it in here, insists Danny McQuire. VONDELEAR CAREER 44 PRESENTS A CHALLENGE STEPHEN LEE CHAPMAN At last. I ' ve found one I can answer! muses Steve Epperly as he takes a government test. PATRICK REID CHRISTIAN DAVID COCHRAN MASON D. COLE III 45 SENIORS EXPERIENCE SADNESS STEPHEN LEWIS COLEMAN JAMES JOSEPH COUGHLIN Wail up, Ron. Something ' s caught! cries Mike Singleton, DAVID LEE COLEMAN MIKE COX cv WII 1 1AM Al AN CRONKRITE OF FINAL YEAR AT RHS 47 JOSEPH P. FISHER SUSAN DAWN FISHER KAREN JEANETTE FLEEMAN MARVIN FORREST FLOWLER, JR. ROBERT FRANKLIN CARY A. GILMORE Jim Viors instructs Tim Albright on how to do it. YEAR OF ADDED PRIVILEGES . . . RONALD WAYNE GILMORE ANN COODYKOONTZ GARY ALAN GORE DON HALL JAMES A. HALL, JR. JEFF HAMBY 49 SHERI DIANE HARRIS See, I told you it would fit, says Fred Kirby as he stuffs a sandwich down Lou Don Ritter ' s mouth. 50 AND INCREASED RESPONSIBILITY ELAINE HORNE JANICE HORNE DENNIS JAMES HUNTER MARY ALEXANDER INGLES DOUG JOLLEY JACQUELINE DENISE JONES Alas,, poor Raiford, we knew him well, dr eams Bucky Meredith and Tommy Fisher as they return from an exhausting trip to Atlanta. EXPERIENCING MIXED EMOTIONS Gary Gilmore suffers the consequences of eating Halloween candy in study hall. CONNIE SUE LEATHERS MIKE LEPCHITZ TOMMY LONG DAVID PHILLIPS McCONNELL DANNY R. McCoy r 2 sue McDaniel DANNY McCUIRE BONNIE MEREDITH JEFF MEADE MICHAEL HARMON MEREDITH Well, Frances, you could help me with my coat,” complains Dennis Hunter. WILLIAM HARVEY McFARLAND r BOBBY McCUIRE 53 YOUTHFUL SOPHISTICATION WILLIAM THOMPSON MEREDITH NANCY CAROL MILLER P. WAYNE MINNICK DOLLIE JEAN MORRIS ROGER MUMPOWE R ROBIN D. OSBORNE During a hall pep rally, Renie Price earnestly begs Mary Ingles and Sally Alexander, Can ' t I help? 54 CHARACTERIZES CLASS OF ’71 DEBORAH LYNN PATTON It takes two hands ... sings Keith TERICA B. PENNINGTON Crowder. JOHN WEDGEWOOD PIERCE, JR. PATRICIA PIPER RADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 30 WEST MAIN STREET RADFORD. VA 24141 540-731-3621 PATSY LYNN PORTER 55 MICHAEL LEVI PRICE MARGARET MARIE QUESENBERRV WANDA L. RECTOR 56 r YEAR OF PREPARATION JUNE LARMA GAV RHODES LARRY RICHESON LOU DON RITTER MARCUS F. JOBINSON, |R. ALAN D. RUPE SARAH JAN E RUTROUGH Go easy on the hair spray, fellas, pleads Jay Coughlin to John Pierce and John Fisher. THOMAS C. SANDIDCE SHERRY SAUNDERS JERRY MICHAEL SHAW DORIS JEAN SHELBURNE KAREN SUE SIMPKINS MICHAEL ALLEN SINGLETON 58 And now a word from our sponsors — Mrs. Wade, Mrs. Hatcher, and Mrs. Goldsmith. (Not pictured Mrs. McClelland.) The Class of ' 7 1 salutes the Class of ' 70. ALICE SLUSHER JACK D. SMITH DANIEL W. SOWERS EAGER TO GO, BUT RELUCTANT TO LEAVE ROBERT ). SOWERS ELIZABETH H. SPILLMAN DANIEL C. SUTPHIN 59 SENIOR YEAR MARKS AN END - R. DAVID SUTPHIN BONNIE SUE THOMPSON JAMES CHRISTOPHER THOMPSON PAMELA TOWNSEND ANNETTE ATKINS TINLEY LIBBY SHELLEY TODD Girls ' Slaters, Renie Price and Ann Goodykoontz gel together with fellow Boys ' Staters Jay Coughlin, Pat Christian, Mark Bishop, and Dennis Hunter. 60 V MICHAEL CLEMONS TURPIN JIMMY VIERS NITA MARIE VIERS AND A BEGINNING CHARLES E. WHEELER ROBERT LYNWOOD WOOLWINE DAWN LOU ANN YOUNG 61 Editor Debbie Patton collapses after the annual staff meets another deadline. David Coleman displays the look of superiority of the senior. ■ ■I “Nothing like being hand-fed! grins Chipper McFarl and. Senior Sarah Rutrough sets an example of cooperation for underclassman Mike Mauck. I v r I Maria Casas demonstrates her unique talents, as Frances Hopkins looks on. Kick the ' smoking habit, advises Mike Price. 62 President Donald Dickens Vice-President Secretary Bill Rockwell Gene Shuford Treasurer Dinah Hale NOT ONLY LEARNED TO THINK, BUT TO CARE Enter the juniors — secure in RHS life, kept in their places by the seniors, but regarded with awe and envy by underclassmen, young in ideas al- though older in discipline. They experience the excitement of planning and hosting Prom. They await the arrival of class rings with great anticipation. And they emerge into a new world. A world of college night, applications, and college boards. They learn to look beyond their own familiar surroundings and see themselves as only a part of the whole. They begin to make important decisions on their own and to question the why ' s as well as the how ' s. Christina Hanel and Mary Todd Anfin will take over the duties of treasurer and secretary for Gene Shuford and Dinah Hale, who are moving. Murray Agee Mike Aker Lois Akers Terri Anderson Mary Todd Anfin Donna Austin Stephen Beasley Roy Bond John Bratton Sweetsie Brock What secrets do RHS popsicles hold for Ralph Fisher and Janet Goode? Shirley Brooks Rosemary Cage James Callaway Esther Casas Sandy Caudell Kristin Cole George Collins J.B. Collins Billie Connor Danny Cook Jenny Cook Pat Cook Peggy Cook Debbie Cox Judy Cox 1 64 PURCHASE OF RINGS Callie Crockett Kem Darden Anthony Delaney Terrance Delaney Donald Dickens AND PLANNING OF PROM HIGHLIGHT YEAR 65 Walter Graham Jenny Haas Dinah Hale Ricky Hall Christina Hanel Mike Harmon Hettie Harris Pam Harris Roy Harris Cheryl Hash Alice Hedge Ramona Helbert Gary Henley Karen Hines Karen Horne SECURE IN RHS LIFE” Judith Hutchens Larry Hughett Connie Hurd Cathy Jarrett Delmar Johnson Mike Johnson Sheree Johnson Bruce Jones John Joseph Eddie Kimbleton Bill King James Kirby Donald Leighton Mel Lester Jon Lightner Michael Lovern Terry Lovern Lee Lucas Dave McCardle Timothy McCraw Delbert McDaniel Cheryl McGuire Frances Matthews Kim Martin Clarine Meade Jean Moran Joseph Morton Jimmy Munsey John Muntz Tim Nester Sandra Osborne Debra F. Patton Clarine Meade obviously has a senior friend. 67 JUNIOR CLASS STARTS DOWN Verner Plott Linda Presgraves Sandra Price Chris Pugh Susan Pugh Betty Ramsey Mike Ramsey Frances Reed Helen Reed Wendell Reed Tom Reynolds Bill Rockwell Cheryl Rutkowski Judy Sage Joe Sandoe Frances Matlhews exclaims, How did Santa know I wanted a Joe Namath doll? Bruce Gilbert enjoys a lighter moment during a strenuous lunch period. THE HOME STRETCH Robi n Saunders Jesse Shaffer Carlene Shelor Gene Shuford David Simpkins David Skeens Stephen Smead Jerry Smith Joseph Smith Sharon Smith Vaughan Stone Sandra Stoots Why is everyone staring at me , scowls Pat Cook. 69 Kathy Thomas Frank Weschke Edward Weyer Karen Whitlock Jean Whitt Tommy Whitt Abie Williams Kay Williams Gloria Wilson Linda Woodrum Gary Workman Larry Workman Andrea Yu has How about a trade? PREPARING FOR THEIR YEAR OF LEADERSHIP AT RHS Vicki Epperly would like to talk Mrs. Brammer out of her coke. 70 President Mike Johnston Vice-President Ralph Fisher Secretary Robbie Wright Treasurer Eddie Hale CLIMBING UP THE LADDER RUNG BY RUNG” Enter the sophomores — the heart of RHS, with spirit that comes from the pride of belonging, having youthful enthusiasm that is just beginning to bear the responsibility of growing up. Through drivers ' ed., they encounter the problems and privileges of the adult world of driving. Biology leaves them with unforgettable sounds, smells, sights, and emotions of a day in lab. And in geometry, minds become baffled as they are confronted with proofs, theorems, and corollaries. They possess a sense of assurance that comes from being familiar with life on the Hill. They have an undampened desire to learn and a sheer youthfulness which they extend throughout the school. HOLA! Bill Akers Daniel Akers Debra Akers Nancy Akers Kenneth Alderman Roy Lynn Alderman Gary Atkinson John Benson James Bisset Timothy Blackburn David Bondurant Gladys Brooks William Brown Patricia Buchanan Gayle Calfee Robert Calhoun Gloria Farlow has that look of uncertainty. Thomas Camp Julia Carter Donnie Cary John Corn Kay Coughlin Jody Cox Penny Christian Vicki Christian Vonetta Claytor 72 THE HEART OF RHS” John Craig Kappy Crews Karen Cronkrite Kathy Curtis Allred Day Mike Dean Karen DeHart lames DeHart Ricky Dickens Bobby Dickerson William Dobbins Ralph Dobbins Len Dougherty Mike Dove Dale Duncan Robert Edmonds Shannon Elswick Pam English Gloria Farlow Ralph Fisher Steve Fisher Cecil French Patsy Frye Amanda Calarneau Sharon Garth Donald Gibson Michael Goad Thomas Green Jeff Greenfield Ben Gross Charles Hagan Edward Hale John Hall Rebecca Harless Donald Harris 73 Mildred Harvey Susan Helbert Shelby Henley Arnold Hinkley Brenda Hobbs Marian Hoffman Rhonda Holbrook Maynard Hoover Wallace Horne Rebecca Howard Stephen Howell Richard Howell Cary Hughett Steven Hypes Earle Irwin SOPHOMORES ENCOUNTER BIOLOGY AND GEOMETRY Warren Jervey Mike Johnston Karen Kimmons Jackie Kiser Brent Lambert Norman Lepchitz Rise Lewis Melanie Linkenhoker Orlando Lomascolo Cameron Long Brenda McGuire Shirley McGuire David Marshall Sherry Martin Thomas Martin 74 William Martin Mike Mauck Biff Medlin Terry Melton Shirley Montgomery Robert Morris Leidell Morton Shelby Nester Karen Osborne Ricky Painter Deborah Phillips Cindy Price William Ratcliffe Robert Reeser Connie Rhodes Eddie R ' chards Paulette Roberts Patricia Roop Jeff Sadler Pam Saunders Jean Sevareid Steve Shaffer Becky Shelor Tommy Simpson Richard Saunders Lawerence Scott Syivia Scott Kenny Alderman digs in with both hands! 75 Jodi Skeens Noel Slone Teresa Smith Rita Sowers Linda Spillman Barbara Stanley Becky Stevens Diane Stout John Stump Kathy Stump Ruth Stump Judy Sutphin Evelyn Swindell Charles Tallant Sarah Talton Dan Taylor Lynn Thompson Patsy Totten Ramona Turk Frankie Turner Debra Vaughn Sandy Vaughn Gary Vest Steve Viers Sue Viers Joyce Walker Kathy Wall Larry Webb Judy Wheeler Georgeanna Williams Robby Wright 7h President Bette Darden Vice-President Leslie Cirelli Secretary Arc Carter Treasurer Dale Brown RELEASED AFTER YEARS OF BEING KEPT IN HIDING” Enter the freshmen — now a real part ot RHS, with a spirit all their own, and a new outlook on life. They begin their second year on the Hill” amidst a conglomeration of mud, ice, and water, as they adjust to attending classes in five different buildings. But nothing can dampen the boundless enthusiasm that they are suddenly able to release as freshmen. They experience the excitement of attending the first home football game and the an- ticipation of attending their first hop afterwards. They enjoy the honor of dancing at their first Homecoming and of electing representatives to the court. They face exams with a little more confidence and a little less horror than they did as junior freshmen. And with sadness and surprise, they realize that, after finishing this year, there are only three more years on “the Hill. They ' ve just begun to live, to feel, and to share new experiences as they enjoy the long-awaited privileges that belong to the freshman. 77 EMERGING INTO THE Monroe Adkin Debbie Akers Ronnie Albright Becky Altizer Cary Barker Edie Barnard Barbara Berry Carolyn Blake Clement Brock Dale Brown Robert Bruns Siva Buchanan Steve Caldwell Joseph Calfee Judy Calloway Arc Carter Donnie Chinault Leslie Cirelli Steve Cloyd Gail Cook Deborah Corder Barbara Covey Bette Darden David DeHart Linda DeHart Peggy DeHart Phyllis Delaney Becky DeVilbiss Sharon DeVusser Heidi Dickens Jim Dickerson Mary Jo Dickerson Teresa Dobbins Rich Douglas Renee Duncan � 78 DIFFICULT WORLD OF ALGEBRA Cecelia French Karen French Rex Gardner Sara Hall Susan Harmon Dennis Harris Gary Harris Jeanne Hayden Terry Duncan Jay Eaton Esther Elswick Jane Epperly Don Estes Guy Farmer Linda Fisher Mary Fisher Don Franklin Steve Gilbert Mike Green Billie Guill Warren Vickers finds time in the busy schedule of a freshman to read the Acorn. Becky Altizer seems to have learned how to study early. Chuck Hayes David Hayes Carolyn Hinkley Robert Hinkley Raymond Hoyt V . 79 ENJOYING THE LONG-AWAITED David Ingram Jay Jessee Catherine Joseph David Keller Kaye Kingrea Jimmy Kirby Noelene Lawson Jean Lightner Robert Lowman I Ralph Dobbins hurries to another class. Charles Lyons Cosbie McDaniel Mike McGraw Mandy Martin Vickie Martin Carla Mathes Randy Matney Robert Melton Barry Miller Kent Miller Donna Mills Kandie Mills Dianne Morris James Morris Judy Morris Mike Morrison Kenneth Mundy Edward Newby Marvin Pannell Maggie Patrick 80 PRIVILEGES OF A FRESHMAN Karen Patton Donald Peoples James Plott Patricia Powers Marie Presgraves Virginia Price Arnold Quesenberry Cary Quesenberry Delia Raines Danny Reed Steve Reeser Ruth Ridpath John Ritter Brad Roane Karen Rose Christina Ryplansky Janie Saunders Greg Sandoe Mary Saunders Paul Saunders Judy Sayers Ann Sevareid Jenny Shanklin Cynthia Shaw Stephen Sheckler Danny Shelburne David Shelor David Sherwood Patsy Simpkins Charles Smart Mike Smart James Smith Michael Smith Ronald Smith Kim Snell 81 Joanne Spiers Steve Sowers Jeff Stone Barbara Stout Crystal Sutphin Cynthia Thomas Jerry Thomas Terry Thomas Barry Thompson Susan Thornton Bob Tilley Walter Todenhoft Karen Totten Virginia Totten Mike Turner Debra Turpin Nancy Turpin Joyce Walker Marvin Walker Barbara Warden Debbie Warden Debbie Whitlock Melissa Wilson 82 President Vice-President Secretary Trea surer Roger Hughett Peggy Coleman Judy Harris Libby Wall SOME WITH QUESTIONS, SOME DECISIONS” Enter the junior freshmen — finding their place in the world of RHS, projecting youthful opinions, and pursuing an unknown future. As they enter the indefinite world of a course called orientation, ' ' they encounter the Dewey decimal system, Mrs. Carr in the throes of teaching them how to sing, Mrs. Davis showing them the artistic skills they didn ' t know they possessed, and the proper methods of industrial arts and home economics. They learn to accept the bad with the good. They rise with reluctance for the seniors, yet re- ceive with proud recognition their first spirit stick. They enter a school with no front door, seeking answers to their probing questions. And as they wonder about the days to come — football games, boys, exams, cheerleading, girls, and eighth grade sports . . . they become more a part of the real Bobcat spirit. 83 FINDING THEIR PLACE Kenny Akers Alfred Albert David Altizer William Anfin Brian Baker Sherry Barber Steve Bernier Karen Bisset Robin Blackburn Michael Blankenship Kathy Boone Robin Brightwell Teresa Bryson Regina Burris Bobby Caldwell Jerome Cal fee Terry Cal fee Deborah Callahan Nicky Carden Marsha Carr Judy Caudell Bentley Clark Peggy Coleman Lynn Conner Alice Coughlin Mark Craig Billy Crigler Laurie Cronkrite Mike Currin Kathy Dalton Bruce Davis Tony DeHart Connie Dobbins Tommy Dobbins Mic hael Dobbi ns 84 IN THE WORLD OF RHS” Barbara Harris Judy Harris Patricia Harris Phillip Genett Larry Gibson John Giesen Diane Goode Kathy Gross Lori Hale Monica Hall Robert Hall Brad Harman Chuck Dodson Jeff Doto Stephen Douglas Mary Duncan Gary Durney Pamela Elliott May Elswick Dawn Engel Jan Fisher Linda Furrow Tim Gardiner Randolph Gardner Daddy, why are you hiding behind the table? asked Connie Dobbins 85 ADJUSTING TO Linda Harrison Carolyn Harvey Dexter Hash Debra Hedge Wayne Hedge Claudia Helbert Bobby Hines Maria Hondras Roger Hughett Susan Hunter Carol Hurd Steve johnston Sharon Jolley Martha Jones Colin Krayer Jay Lester Donna Lewis Andrea Lewis Jackie Lorek Stephanie Lowman Jenny Lyle Beverly MaCauley Charles McDaniel Stephen McDaniel Brad McCraw What are these eighth graders dreaming up — John Ciesen, Wayne Hedge, and Brad Harman. I I NEW EXPERIENCES r What was that, screams Margaret Thompson. Van Buskirk and Beverly McCaulay enjoy the thrill of their first RHS football game. w lL Yl i J f Donna McGuire Anthony Mclver Dina McPeak Harold Mann Mike Mantz Curt is Martin Geary Martin Gail Martin David Mauck Kim Maynard Danny Morris Burke Mottesheard John Neely Philip Newby Debbie Neighbors Tony Nixon Karen Owings Samuel Phillips Sherry Phillips Greg Piper Chuck Price 87 BECOMING PART OF THE Sammy Pugh Cathy Ratcliff Ricky Reece Charlotte Reed David Reed Debbie Reynolds Brenda Ridpath Rickie Ridpath Ellen Roles Debbie Routt Richard Sandoe Bobby Saunders Steven Semones Katie Shanklin Sherry Shelburne Mary Lou Shelor Alisa Smith David Smith Dean Smith Donna Smith Edward Smith Kenneth Smith Rene Smith Vicki Snead Burl Snider ' Who says seniors don ' t pick on eighth graders, moans Mark Weikel. BOBCAT SPIRIT That costs forty cents, moaned Ricky Ridpath. Mark Williams Billy Williamson Leo Woodrum Alma Wright Ricky Wyrick Libby Wall Tommy Warden Roger Warf Mark Weikel Cwyn White Randy Soucek Richard Stewart Jeanie Sutphin Duane Taylor Margaret Thompson Thomas Tinley Terry Totten Patsy Townsend )immy Turk Denise Vest Janice Viars Debby Walker Billy Turner Jane VanBuskirk Kathy Vaughan 89 SHOCK. DISBELIEF. BEWILDERMENT It wasn ' t a reality then and it isn ' t one now. You silently watched the ugly, orange flames against the black of night and the grey of dawn as they de- stroyed one of the biggest parts of your life. The chill that encompassed you did not come from the wind. Suddenly, you remembered half-forgotten incidents — crazy little unimportant things that suddenly were important. Like the clanking of the radiators on the basement floor, or the breath- lessness you experienced after running wildly up two flights to beat the bell, the creaking floor of the auditorium when you tried to sneak in late during an assembly, the mouse that nibbled a hole in your sandwich in your old worn-out locker. And suddenly, you felt sentimental. Self-consciously you blinked your eyes and explained that the smoke from the fire was bothering you and that you had sensitive eyes anyway. Then the cold piercing light of day harshly revealed reality and you saw your high school reduced to a blackened smoking mass of charred bricks, twisted steel, and broken glass. Even when you saw the sky peeking through a window where a classroom should have been and heard the mournful sound of tattered curtains mockingly whipped by the wind — even then you didn ' t want to believe. But then everyone got busy and you found yourself carrying out books, wiping off desks, and rescuing soggy papers floatingin the murky water. And suddenly you realized that you were united as a school — and as a community by a powerful, invincible bond that crossed all barriers of age and status. Youthful determination and spirit belonged to everyone. And it wasn ' t limited to the students. It was Mrs. Pierce in murky water up past her ankles. It was Mrs. Heinline rejoicing over her salvaged mimeographed papers. It was Mr. Swindell who recovered routine and order from the smoldering ashes. You knew you would have to exist without a high school building. Yet, looking back, you dis- covered that you didn ' t really need one. The spirit of learning and gaining of wisdom occurred within your mind, not within the walls of an institution. A fire might destroy a building, but never RHS. Because RHS is more than a building. It is a repu- tation, an image. It is more than a collection of people. RHS is a spirit. 90 FEAR-APRIL 9, 1970 Rooms 205 and 204 — top floor front. The view of third floor west hallway. After the holocaust, a third floor dictionary tauntingly displays a peaceful fireside scene! Fatal hour in which time stood still for RHS. 91 AFTER THE SHOCK- A dream will become a reality. Among the many improvements of the new school will be a new auditorium, which will seat 800. TIME FOR REBUILDING Workmen busily move tons of earth in preparation for the foundation. The horrible morning in April is one that left ev- eryone suddenly shocked and confused, with a sense of helplessness and fear. But as the shock began to fade, the days became a time to cart away the ruins, to save the memories, and to make way for the future. This year has been such a time for rebuilding for RHS. It has become such a part of our lives that we no longer seem amazed to find bulldozers, construction crews, and truckloads of brick and pipe rumbling across the school-grounds. Occasionally, someone will stop, stare into the hole, and sigh. But, for the most part, RHS students and faculty have begun to talk more in terms of how it ' s going to be instead of how it was. Willingly and joyfully, we have run through the rain and snow, jumped across mud puddles, shared overcrowded lockers, and learned that we are not to throw chewing gum across the tempo- rary classroom walls. We have yelled across the deafening roar of machinery, converged upon the Radford College Library to do research, and learned to make it from the gym to the far end of the East Wing in record time. After all, only a building was lost in the fire and buildings can be replaced. Our spirit was never lost, but it was restrengthened. The closeness and friendship that has held us together is something that will never be forgotten, no matter how often the physical ap- pearance of RHS is changed. An exciting occasion was the removal oi from the charred building. An empty hole is a grim reminder of that night ' s horror. 93 05OMgHa O (I Enter the promise for the future — the students of RHS. Enter their unsatisfied quest for knowledge, their youthful spirit of discovery, their constant desire to explore the mystery of life. Enter their excitement with understanding, their frustration with failure, their impatience with mediocrity. Enter the students — struggling with new-found feelings of doubt and certainty, of apathy and involvement. Enter their expression of creativity, their search for individuality, their enviable idealism. Enter their unfaltering belief in tomorrow, their desire to lead the world into a new day of peace and understanding. Enter the students — reaching for wisdom, searching for truth. Wisdom to make life better, truth to set men free from the bonds of ignorance and hy- pocrisy. Enter their dissatisfaction with life, their demanding curiosity, their realization that they have just begun to discover the power of knowledge. Enter their desire to question tradition, their never-ending search to know why. Enter the students — eagerly striving to attain their highest goals, believ- ing in promises, trusting in dreams. The confusion of life ' s paradoxes, the ex- citement of creation, the never-satisfied desire for change, the hope for a rev- elation of truth. Exploring Attaining Inquiring Confronting Discovering Learning Believing and Searching Filled with the youthful spirit of learning that can transform the idealistic dreams of today into the bold realities of tomorrow. ■n Verb tenses seem to amuse Mrs. Hassell. Coach Waterworth prepares a homework assignment for his English class. He is a typical creature at RHS, but he possesses a wide variety of talents. He says his basic purpose is to study the English language, but he actually develops one form for the classroom and a looser dialect for his casual everyday existence. At first, his main concern involves the basic structure of language and the mechanics of writing, as he becomes familiar with capitalization, conjugation, punctuation, and personification. But later, in his final two years, he begins to pursue his own spe- cific interests through advanced literature and grammar courses. He is an RHS English student. As he progresses in his study, it seems impossible that what began as a simple study of nouns and verbs has gradually developed into an effective means of com- munication and an exciting examination of man ' s literary achievements. He has advanced from the routine but important study of construction into the exciting world of individual creation. At first it all seems so irrelevant and frustrating. Diagramming. Analyzing. Parts of speech. Compositions. Poetry. Research papers. Exposition. Description. Narration. But somewhere along the way, he realizes that the products of his five years of concentrated study are ones that will enrich his life forever — things like diversity. Creativity. Individuality. But most of all, he has begun to find a clue to the meaning of life and to the understanding of himself. GAINING INSIGHT INTO LIFE Mrs. Hassell capt ures the attention of her class with the daily announcements. 97 Coach Lindon smilingly welcomes a new student to his math class. 98 MATH STUDENTS ENCOUNTER THE WORLD OF LOGIC Eighth grade students display their feelings about math. Coach Lindon ponders a perplexing geometry problem. Prove: The world has no dimensions. Given: The world is made up of planes. STATEMENTS 1. The world is made up of planes. 2. A plane has two dimensions, length and width. 3. A plane is made up of lines. 4. The world is made up of lines. 5. A line has one di- mension, length. 6. A line is made up of points. 7. The world is made up of points. 8. A point is that which has position but no dimension. REASONS 1. Given 2. Definition of a plane. 3. Definition of a plane. 4. Transitive proper- ty- 5. Definition of a line. 6. Definition of a line. 7. Transitive proper ty- 8. Definition of a point. Therefore the world has no dimensions. Do you? 99 Mrs. Hale her smiles as she goes over the Congres A geography class slaves” over a test, sional Record with a government class. 100 ■ I ' M - siur i HISTORY PROVIDES THE KEY TO MAN’S FUTURE For four years of his high school life, an RHS student studies the history and government of his country and of his world. At first it seems nothing more than a confused jumble of devastating wars, innumerable dates and events, and impossible names. But as the years progress, it becomes a meaningful guideline in preparation for an uncertain future. At first, the class itself is interest- ing, as students become familiar with outline sheets, time tables, film strips, and U.S. News and World Reports. But suddenly, in the midst of all the classroom activities, the RHS student begins to realize that this study involves more than dates and recorded events. Suddenly, he may want to involve himself in the world beyond his own and become aware of all that is happening in an attempt to change what he does not like. Suddenly, the little things become important, and he may find himself heatedly debating a controversial issue with surprising urgency, or experiencing the excitement of a national convention, or even developing a real in- terest and concern over a research topic. He may find himself eager to read the daily newspaper he once considered boring or anxiously waiting for the Congressional Records. Because his world has become larger, he wants to reach out to learn all that he can about what man has experienced to prepare for what he will experience. Suddenly the history he once considered irrelevant in his own life, may, in truth, provide the key to his future. An eighth grade history class muses over the problems of the Revolutionary War. 101 Ricky Hager smilingly prepares for a speed test. Sandy Caudell concentrates in typing class. Mrs. Mottesheard loans scotch tape to a fellow worker. 102 BUSINESS STUDENTS PREPARE FOR A REWARDING CAREER Elaine Horne practices shorthand for a future career as a secretary. Pam Townsend seems to have marriage on her mind. Eyes on copy, ready, begin. I can ' t find my eraser. May I borrow yours? Do you need cardboard, too? No, I ' ve got that. There went the bell. Stop typing. You ' re cheating. I ' m halfway through the third problem. How far did you get? I finished the third one. Oh no! I had my carbon in backwards. Maybe she ' ll give you half credit. I ' m sure glad this is over. But just think, we have to do this same thing again tomorrow. To some, business is nothing more than a series of daily frustrations; but to others, it will become a career that will reward the conscientious student who masters its techniques. 103 Heed the warning or suffer the consequences. Donna Wright and Sue Hager filter a solution for an experiment. A drop of this and a dab of lhat, instruc ts Donald Leighton as he and Donald Die kens do a c hemislry experiment. 104 Mr. Kerr entertains his physics class by whistling as he puts an equation on the board. No, Diane 10 grams is not 100 kilograms!” laughs Mrs. Weeks. SEARCHING FOR SECRETS OF LIFE As the sun streams through a half-open window and a restless breeze gently touches a beige curtain, a student sits at a smooth black desk cluttered with test tubes and masses of scribbled notes and figures. Deftly, his face reflecting his intense concentration, he pours a yellow fluid into a beaker of white stones, and eagerly watches the resulting reaction. Unusual smells permeate the room, but he is aware only of the change that is occurring before him. Such is the RHS science student. For him, the youthful spirit of discovery and the age-old quest for understanding make science more than a mixture of various animal kingdoms and complex chemical equations that he encounters in physics, biology, and chemistry. He is familiar with bilater- al symmetry, gram-molecular weights, and biolog- ical clocks. But his study encompasses more than this. He may experience the excitement and frustration of wanting to know why and how. He may discover the intricate and unparalleled consistency of the universe or the meaningful application of a physical law. He may marvel at the creative and the destructive power of the scientist or attempt to improve life himself. Probing, exper- imenting, searching, discovering, he seeks to understand the mystery of life and of his world. Frances Matthews sits in deep concentration over a chemis- try test. 105 I I I I I SWISH! Mrs. Callimore demonstrates the correct way to hit a volleyball. DEVELOPING SOLID BODIES AND ABLE MINDS Look at that layup! Physical fitness. A state of mind as well as of body. A sense of well-being reflected in a conditioned physique. Mental alertness acquired in a fast-moving basketball game. Team play emphasized in a rough game of field hockey. Coordination and poise developed through hours of concentration on the balance beam and parallel bars. Desire for recognition as an individual is expressed through the performance of tumbling stunts, participation in track events, and personal style exhibited in an agile tennis match. To individual students at RHS, physical educa- tion class has varied meanings. To some, it is an excellent way to begin a busy day. To others, it is a chance to release that up-tight” feeling from sitting in classes. To all, P.E. is the effective use of energy in the construction of solid bodies and able minds. Sophomore girls battle it out on the volleyball court. Jr. and Sr. P.E. students have fun while mastering gymnastic skills. SWOOSH! 107 LES JUENES ENTRENT ENTRAN LOS JOVENES IULENES PROGREDIENTUR Frances Matthews and J.B. Collins perform in Spanish. Latin students translate the lesson of the day. Spanish students take their daily siesta. Come in. Sit down. Pretend for one hour that you have been transported to another country. Listen quietly to the red-faced student stumbling through a French conversation with a little prompting from a friend in the front row. Share in his embarrassment. Laugh with the class as a tape recites the basic dialogue sentences at the wrong speed . . . A pinata breaks. Students scramble for the fall- ing gifts and candy. Join in the excitement of the fight to gather the treasures from the floor. Follow along as vocabulary words are read from an overhead projector . . . Become involved in the story of Jason and the Argonauts as it is translated and discussed. Sympa- thize with the students as they struggle with the task of declining nouns into their many forms . . . As you leave the classroom, you also leave the academic world of translation, conversation, and conjugation. But a small part of the country remains with you. Is this the hard working library staff? 109 David DeHart acquires a beard for the Christmas pagenat. Drama students rehearse for the Christmas pageant. He stares uncertainly at the wheel. His hands tremble slightly as he fingers the moist clay. His first attempt — it has to be good. With one deft motion, he slaps the clay onto the wheel. He feels an overwhelming sense of command as the formless mass begins to take shape under the di- rection of his hands. He grimaces with frustration upon realizing that his creation is off-center. In time, however, the frustration of failure is erased by the triumph of accomplishment. His uncertainty is replaced by confidence. This is the art student. Developing his own tech- niques. Displaying his uniqueness through his style, his taste, his personal touch. Knowing that he is what he creates. Expressing life through cre- ation. Look what I found, grins Mrs. Carr. TO BE CREATIVE 1 10 Sarah Rutrough skillfully works at the loom. Ill The crisp whiteness of a nurse ' s uniform. The roar of machines. The self-satisfaction experienced upon completion of a project. The pounding of hammers. The aroma of food cooking. The complexities of electrical wiring. This is the kalei- doscopic world of vocational students. The expanded vocational program at RHS provides students with an opportunity to pursue specific career interests and to develop technical skills. Courses offered include practical nursing, electrical wiring, carpentry, machine shop and drafting. In addition, RHS offers four years in home economics and a course in industrial arts. MASTERING FOR IN THE I didn ' t realize a machine could be so complicated, complains Learning to read a thermometer. Ronald Brown. Home Economic students practice the basic techniques of sewing. Mr. Roane demonstrates the use of a tool in machine shop. 112 [ SKILLS USE FUTURE Mr. Sayers watches his students hard at work. Margaret Quesenberry and Alice Hedge are making dresses. Mrs. Croot explains the correct method of taking a pulse. 113 Jay Coughlin proudly shows off his new Mr. Ayoub has just been conned into another day of free pictures. 1 14 Oh no, not another fire drill ! Thank goodness! ! Another day is over. May I help you? grins Ed Weyer. Frankie Turner reads over an important piece of literature?? And you know we have another deadline in a month! explains Mrs. Dye. 115 (XI H W H M M Hj O Enter the involved of RHS — exemplifying the unselfish spirit of service, seeking to promote the unity of school and community. Enter their accep- tance of increased responsibility, the desire to project their abilities beyond the limits of the classroom, the invaluable experiences as they learn the necessity of cooperation and the give and take of compromise. Enter the pride and honor of an NHS member, the frenzied excitement of a CAA game, the accomplishment of the Oak Leaf and Acorn staffs. Enter the leadership of the SCA council, the pep and enthusiasm of a cheerleader, the self-expression of the artist. Enter the involved — combining the magic of hard work and a good time to bring happiness to others, satisfaction to themselves, and honor to RHS. Enter a year of service projects and Homecoming floats, of strong friendships and petty jealousies, of indifferent members and unrealized goals. Enter the desire to maintain high standards of living, the disappointment when members do not become actively involved. Enter their feeling of pride, their sense of accomplishment coupled with the security of belonging. Enter the involved — devoting time and effort to make RHS come alive with the actions of people who care. Enter the thrill of participation in district events, the excitement of an overnight trip, the romance and beauty of a Sat- urday night dance, the spirited tension of a pep rally. Committing Believing Caring Enjoying Maintaining Devoting and Serving Filled with the youthful spirit of involvement that gives life satisfaction and meaning. First Row: C. Farlow, D. Austin, P. Roberts, C. Pugh, ). Cook, K. Darden, M. Ingles, S. Caudell, D. McConnell. Second Row: T. Pennington, A. Coodykoontz, J. Fretweil, S. Alexander, K. Wall, D. Hale, ). Haas, K. Cole, Mrs. Dy advisor, R. Price, D. Patton. SIPA Delegates: First Row: Mrs. Shumate, Mrs. Hassell, Mrs. Mottesheard. Second Row: Dinah Hale, Jenny Decker, Renie Price, Kathy Akers, Bucky Meredith. Anyone who has nightmarish memories of typing up underclassmen names, rummaging through a thesaurus for the right word, drawing layouts at 2:30 a.m., working eleven straight hours on a Monday night, eating buttered popcorn and pimento cheese sandwiches, alphabetizing 500 pictures, watching Debbie Patton and Mrs. Dye stare dismally at a ladder diagram, or trying to fit fifteen lines of copy into a space that only holds twelve, was a member of the 1971 Oak Leaf Staff. To these students and their sponsor, Mrs. Dye, an- nual work was more than a job — it was such a total involvement and commitment that they worked not only with their bodies and minds, but also with their complete spirits and souls. The work First Row: D. Patton — editor-in-cFiief, R. Price — business edi- tor. Second Row: M. Ingles — layout editor, T. Pennington — co-copy editor, A. Goodykoontz — co-copy editor. was often discouraging, but as they met each deadline, they came closer and closer to meeting the intangible goal that each had conceived within his own mind. Feuds occurred, but friendships de- veloped as the annual staff quickly became a closely-knit group. Their greatest rewards were the finished prod- uct, the satisfaction of completing a seemingly impossible task, and the closeness of staff members who learned to work together. But the rewards can never be completely defined. To an annual member, it is almost too sacred to put in words. Because for him, it cannot be expressed — it can only be felt. 118 COOPERATION - ACCOMPLISHMENT C. Ryplansky, ). Sanders, S. Vost, K. Akers, ). Lightner, B. sponsor, ). Shanklin, R. Lewis, S. Hinkley. Second Row: C. Meredith, ), Decker, C. Gilmore, S. Harris, Mrs. Hassell — Quesenberry, M. Green, M. McGraw. Officers: Kathy Akers — reporter, Jenny Decker — editor, Bucky Meredith — photographer, Sherry Harris — feature editor, Gary Gilmore — sports editor. The Acorn presents the news of the school and community to RHS students and their families. It solicits participation on the part of students and citizens. Articles and letters to the editor are welcomed for publication. The Acorn is a member of the Southern Interscholastic Press Association and the Scholastic Press of the Virginia Press Association. The paper has won first place awards from both of these groups during the past year. The Acorn is distributed to approximately 7,000 families as a supplement in the Radford News Journal, as well as to students once each month. Jenny Decker, Acorn editor, flashes a smile as the last edition of the Acorn is sold. 119 THESE ARE YOUR LEADERS” First Row: A. Carter, D. Hale, L. Wall. Second Row: L. Cirelli, Row: D. Dickens, E. Hale, J. Corn, B. Darden, M. Johnston, D. M. Martin, M. Singleton, P. Coleman, J . Harris. Third Row: Hunter. Fifth Row: V. Plott, R. Fisher, B. Rockwell, P. D. Brown, C. Shuford, M. Cole, K. Akers, R. Wright. Fourth Christian, J. Pierce. First Row: V. Plott — vice-pres., P. Christian — pres., D. Hunter. Second Row: Mr. Dobbin Akers — chap., J. Pierce — reporter, J. Corn — sec., M. Martin— treas., B. Darden. advisor, M. Johnston, D. Dickens, K. These are your leaders. Chosen by you, these eleven people serve as a liaison between the facul- ty and students. They present and exert the will of the students. Working under conditions quite unlike those of past executive councils, this group was responsible for several activities throughout the year. In the fall, the members of the executive council hosted a tea in honor of the incoming eighth graders. Later in the year, they held a tea to welcome the new students at RHS. The executive council was also in charge of the assembly and dance during Homecoming weekend. It served as the leader for the SCA District Conference and cooperated in the City Paper Drive for Regional Beautification. This year ' s executive council united in an effort to keep RHS number one. They set an example, and you, the students, followed with undaunted spirits. 120 T HONOR, TRUTH, AND WISDOM Firs! Row: P. Christian, L. Todd T. Pennington, D. Altizer, S. Hinkley, K. Hinkley. Second Row: J. Hall, S. Alexander, L. Ritter, A. Price, R. Osborne, M. Bennett. Third Row: B. Spillman, D. Cochran, B. Agee, S. Rutrough, D. Austin, F. Hopkins, A. Goodykoontz. Fourth Row: J. Pierce, T. Owells, ). Coughlin, D. Wall, J. Fisher, D. Coleman. Fifth Row: R. Mumpower, C. Bird, D. Jolley, G. Gore, D. Hall, S. Chapman. Mrs. Hatcher appears to be pleased with the large membership of this year ' s N.H.S. Silence and respect filled the auditorium. The student body watched the stage where the flickering of forty-two candles cast tiny shadows across the room. Then the forty-two individual candles came together to unite as one strong light — a light that stood for belief in honor, truth, and wisdom. This belief united forty-two students into a single body — the National Honor Society. The members of the National Honor Society are chosen on the basis of their contributions and par- ticipation in four major areas — scholarship, lead- ership, character, and service. It is the only club at RHS in which members are actually selected. The NHS is basically involved with service projects that may in some way better the school and community. One of their major projects this year was to visit elderly people in the city. Each member chose a man or woman in Radford and was responsible for visiting them regularly, especially remembering them on such occasions as Christmas and Easter. Other activities included visiting Greenlawn Nursing Home and doing vol- unteer work in the city. The biggest project of the NHS was the collection of a scholarship of about $150.00 for one of the members. Contributions came from NHS members, a memorial fund for a charter member, and from the Rotary Club. The National Honor Society stands for truth, honor, and wisdom. Members are constantly striving to realize these goals. 121 First Row: J. Corn, J. Bratton, D. Cochran, S. Elswick, N. Christian, J. Pierce, K. Crowder, B. Roane, D. McConnell, Mr. Lepchitz, C. Caudell. Second Row: D. Sutphin, M. Bishop, P. Roane — sponsor. MAINTAINING STANDARDS OF CHRISTIAN LIVING Officers: John Bratton — vice-pres., David Cochran — pres., Mr. Roane — sponsor, Shannon Elswick — sec.-treas. Hi-Y is — planting pine seedlings around the school and having them mowed down; — learning about Christianity in the modern world; — getting out of two whole days of school to go to Model General Assembly; — having Reverend Saunders and the chorus give the school an inspirational Thanksgiving Assembly; — doing projects with the Tri-Hi-Y and being outnumbered by the girls four to one; — having an important called meeting and only three members show up; — conserving the natural beauty of Radford by helping pick up trash; — finally getting a boy to run for Youth Gover- nor of Virginia, only to have him lose to a girl; — creating, maintaining, and extending throughout the home, school, and community high standards of Christian character. 122 WORKING TOGETHER FOR RHS First Row: K. Crews, V. Plott, K. DeHart, C. Williams, A. Price, L. Swindell, C. Walker, K. Hines, K. Hinkley, F. Hopkins, B. Agee, J. Decker, L. Todd. Second Row: M. Meredith, R. Gilmore, P. Piper, L. Ritter, M. Lepchitz, T. Fisher, D. Cochran. Third Row: S. Chapman, C. McFarland, P. Townsend, D. Wall, P. Christian. The Interclub Council is composed of the pres- idents of all clubs and organizations at RHS. The vice-president ot SCA, Verner Plott, was the Pres- ident of the Interclub Council this year. The basic purposes of the Council are to discuss matters pertaining to all clubs and to coordinate activities in which all clubs participate. In the fall, the Interclub Council planned the Homecoming Mini-Parade which was held in the gym and judged by impartial faculty members. The club is also responsible for granting charters to new clubs and encourages each existing club to compose and file a copy of its constitution. This year, they have also been involved in participating in the Trash Pick-Up sponsored by the Women ' s Club. The work of the Interclub Council is valuable because it aids the SCA in further carrying out its duties. Interclub Council sponsored the Homecoming mini- parade led by Lou Don Ritter and her mini-float. 123 A LOT TO LIVE Middle Top — Clockwise: D. Vaughn, P. Frye, K. Dalton, M. Thompson, C. Sutphin, L. Fisher, E. Irwin, L. Smith, E. Elswick, K. Crews, R. Stump, ). Hayden, C. Thomas, J. Wheeler, R. Sowers, J. Cox, J. Walker, P. Roop, ). Skeens. Center: N. Akers, L. Wall, D. Goode, E. Roles, G. Williams. Left: K. Wall, S. Vaughn. Right: B. Stout, P. DeHart. Officers: Peggy DeHart — treas.,Georgeanna Williams — pres., Barbara Stout — chap., Sandy Vaughan — sec., Kathy Wall — vice- pres. AND A LOT TO GIVE” j. Sage, N. Miller, D. Dobbins, D. Patton, ). Fretwell, F. Matthews, C. Wilson, ). Cox, A. Coodykoontz, L. Ritter, S. Saunders, S. Fisher, S. Johnson, K. Thomas, R. Helbert, D. Austin, R. Saunders, P. Harris, M. Ciesen, K. Cole, C. Hash, A. Price, C. Hanal, S. Pugh, P. Townsend, S. Rutrough, B. Agee, The Jr. and Sr. Tri-Hi-Y clubs of RHS stand upon those principles of clean speech, clean sportsmanship, clean scholarship, and clean living. The Jr. Tri-Hi-Y is made up of girls in grades eight through ten while membership in Sr. Tri-Hi-Y is open to juniors and seniors. The monthly meetings of the Tri-Hi-Y clubs afford time for informative programs and for fellowship. Members also participate in various conferences and activities on the district and state level. In the ' early fall, the officers attended a district workshop at Pulaski High School. October 18-24, the clubs participated in Hi-Y Week by attending church as a group and by observing the state motto KOPE, Klean Our Polluted Environ- M. Ingles, J. Jones, K. Akers, D. Austin, M. Viers. Center Row: Louise Saul — treas., Beth Spillman — historian, Jenny Haas — vice-pres., Debbie Altizer — sec., Terica Pennington — chaplain, not pictured — Frances Hopkins — president. ment. They also gave devotions during first period classes. Christmas activities included decorating a float for the Christmas Parade and caroling at Creenlawn Nursing Home, St. Albans, and Radford Hospital. In April, members of the Hi-Y and Sr. Tri- Hi-Y attended the Model General Assembly held in Richmond. The Sr. Tri-Hi-Y sponsored a bill which would require a psychiatrist in schools with an enrollment of 1000. In the late spring, the club held the annual Powder Puff football game and sponsored a hop afterwards. The Tri-Hi-Y clubs have long been among the most important and active clubs at RHS. Members have found that they have “a lot to live and a lot to give. 125 IN TUNE WITH RHS LIFE The purposes of the RHS chorus are to give the students a better understanding and appreciation of choral music and to draw them together as a unit, as well as to help the individual find an outlet for self-expression. This year the chorus has given many concerts and participated in several school assemblies. They also performed in the annual Christmas Pageant held at McHarg Elementary School. The chorus was proud to have Keith Crowder, Shannon Elswick, Bruce Gilbert, Richard Howell, Joe Morton, Richard Saunders, and Mike Singleton selected for the District Chorus at Martinsville, February 12-14. This year was a busy time for the RHS chorus. They are growing by leaps and bounds, and with the encouraging attitude and cooperation of the student body, they hope to have an even better year coming up. Officers: Mike Meredith — pres., Mike Singleton — vice-pres., Shannon Elswick — sec.-treas. First Row: P. Roop, B. Thompson, C. Walker, W. Reed, J. Epperly, M. Wilson, B. Gilbert, G. Williams, S. Vaughn, Mrs. Carr — director. Second Row: K. Crowder, M. Ingles, ). Haas, D. Patton, B. Caldwell, B. DeVilbis, K. Thomas, E. Soucek. Third Row: B. Spillman, D. Patton, D. Mills, C. Crockett, F. Reed, E. Elswick, J. Cox, M. Elswick. Fourth Row: P. Porter, D. Dobbins, ). Jones, C. Hash, K. Cole, S. Brock. Fifth Row: S. Brooks, J. Fretwell, R. Saunders, K. Akers, ). Sage, M. Carr, V. Epperly. Sixth row: D. Morton, S. Smith, S. Elswick, M. Sin- gleton, M. Meredith, R. Howell, J. Morton, J. Moran, E. Beasley. All State Chorus: K. Crowder, M. Singleton, S. Elswick, R. Saunders, J. Morton, B. Gilbert. 126 IMAGINATION SPARKS CREATIVITY First Row: J. Sutphin, R. Price, J. Cook, B. Altizer, J. Sayers, ). Goode, K. Akers, K. Thomas, B. Stevens, K. Hines, B. DeVilbiss. Second Row: A. Price, L. Cirelli, G. Cook, M. Saunders, B. Guill, A. Yuhas, M. Giesen, S. Rutrough, D. Stout, B. Covey, K. Totten, M. Martin, C. Mathes. Third Row: P. Cook, Mrs. Davis, Sponser, S. Harman, C. Thomas, P. DeHart, B. Agee, J. Sanders, D. Morris, P. Townsend, A. The purposes of the RHS Art Club are to stimu- late an interest in the arts, to arouse appreciation of surroundings, and to improve the appearance of the school with creative work. The Art Club, sponsored by Mrs. Louise Davis, extends membership to anyone interested in the arts. Meetings often include interesting and informative lectures and demonstrations using different media Severeid, R. Duncan, R. Lewis, P. Cook. Fourth Row: S. Altizer, C. McFarland, B. Tilley, M. Harman, S. Reeser, G. Harris, T. Albreight, ). Stone, K. Martin, C. Long, M. Dickerson, R. Helbert, S. Hall, S. Osborne. Fifth Row: S. Viers, D. Bondurant, S. Sheckler, M. Harvey, S. Brock, G. Totten, E. Casas, D. Cox, E. Barnard. and visits to local art exhibits. The Art Club is involved in several activities throughout the year. Among these are their annual picnic, after-game hop and their Christmas Party. They are continually striving to improve our surroundings with the results of their artistic abili- ties. Officers: Seated: Chipper McFarland — pres. Standing: Sarah Rutrough — vice-pres., Marty Giesen — sec., )enny Cook — reporter, Renie Price — chap., Janet Goode — treas. MORE THAN A CLUB, MORE THAN Majorettes: Sharon Garth, Robin Blackburn, Lynn Swindell. Drum Major: Bucky Meredith The Radford High School Band has grown both in experience and size during the last several years. The band members have found that being in th e RHS band has become a way of life for them — a way of life that takes up a large part of their time and energy, but gives them as much or more in return. With the other band members, they each develop invisible ties of friendship and loyalty that are thicker than blood. Together they experience the many sides of being musicians. After the practicing and performing is over, they are left with such memo- ries as: feeling like an ambassador with a mission to bring home honor and glory as they travel to the Virginia Band Festival in Lynchburg; returning to Radford with a rating of excellent in their pockets; spending an unforgettable four days in Atlanta, Georgia for the Six Flags Over Georgia Band Festival; capturing second place in their class and a rating of excellent; and returning from Atlanta exhausted to find the people of Radford standin g in the rain to welcome them home. Mr. Landreth has encouraged band members to broaden their interests through extracurricular instrumental groups. Some members have taken part in a stage band, a wind ensemble, a brass choir, a brass quartet, and woodwind quartet. This year twelve members received the honor of being selected for the All-Regional Band held at George Washington High School in Danville. Those chosen were Bill Bondurant, Steve Chapman, Tommy Fisher, Gary Gilmore, Libby Todd, David Bondurant, Bobby Calhoun, Scotty Scott, James Norris, Walter Todenhoft, Karen Bisset, and Duane Taylor. Through the year, the members of the RHS band have collected many memories in the form of ex- periences, emotions, valuable training, and friendships. These are the memories that make the Bobcat band more than a club, more than a class — almost a family. 128 R.H.S. band strikes up the school song after another Bobcat victory. Any handouts will be appreciated ' grins David Hayse. 129 AFTER THE PERFORMANCE, Karen Bisset Dawn Engel Delia Raines Claudia Helbert Sharon Garth Denise Vest Sharon Jolley Harold Mann Bill Bondurant Walter Todenhoft Barbara Harris Kathy Boone Sue Hunter Debbie Phillips Bobby Calhoun Lynn Swindell Rob ' n Blackburn Beth Stump Libby Todd Marsha Carr Mary Elswick Steve Chapman Richard Howell Brad McCraw Jimmy Kirby Duane Taylor Gina McPeak Sheri Barber Burke Mottesheard Jay Lester Robert Bruns Randy Matney 130 MEMORIES REMAIN Robin Scott Phillip Cenetti Arc Carter Mike Kerns Mark Dobos Mike Craig Robert Shelton William Williamson Mike Mantz Bruce Jones Terry Melton Robin Brightwell Ronnie Albright Kenneth Mundy Keith Crowder Arnold Quesenberry Mark Williams py | s Jjk! B 131 First Row: J. Spiers, J. Lightner, N. Lawson, B. Covey, J. Sayers, C. Hagen, S. Chapman. Second Row: C. Thomas, V. Plott, S. Harris, ). Decker, J. Lightner, B. Stout, S. Hinkley. ITS PROMOTES THE STUDY OF DRAMATICS AT RHS First Row: C. Ryplansky, K. Boone, M. Shelor, P. Totten, D. Engle. Second Row: ). Sanders, .G. Totten, C. Helbert, S. Yost, C. Meade, S. Buchanan. Third Row: B. Darden, M. Green, T. Reynolds, R. I telber t. The primary purpose of the International Thespian Society is to promote the study of dra- matics at Radford High School. During the school year, the ITS attends many of the theatrical performances and lectures given at the area colleges. It is also a tradition of the ITS to enter floats in both the Homecoming and Christmas Parades. The International Thespian Society is the sole source of financial backing for sending the drama class to the One-Act Play Festival. Money-making projects include selling tickets for performances by the drama class and club and sponsoring the Christmas Dance, a winter formal given on the weekend before school is dismissed for the holi- days. The ITS is sponsored by Mrs. Charles McKay, and works hand-in-hand with the drama class to provide a more rounded field of curriculum for the RHS student. 132 STABLE HOME - STABLE LIFE” S. Lambert, A. Scott, L. Akers, B. Hobbs, T. Smith, C. Hurd, J. Walker. Mrs. Moore explains color charts to her FHA girls. Galarneau, B. Thompson, C. The Radford Chapter of the FHA is affiliated with the district and national organizations of the Future Homemakers ' of America. Girls who are actively interested in Vocational Home Economics at RHS and who have had one year of home eco- nomics or are presently enrolled in a homemaking class are eligible for membership. This year, the local chapter, sponsored by Mrs. Moore, chose for its theme Stable Home — Stable Life. Monthly programs to help develop this theme included a panel discussion on “Problems of the Working Mother,” a Christmas party for pre-school children, attendance at one of the fall school-town drug meetings, and a tour of St. Alban ' s Hospital. Other annual FTA activities included serving at parent-teacher night, helping with National Vocational Week and National FHA Week, and a mother-daughter banquet. In addition, individual members may work toward the Junior Homemaker Degree, the Chapter Homemaker Degree, and the State Homemaker Degree — all of which may be earned by doing special projects which will enrich the lives of the individual girl, her club, her home, and her community. In the past several years, the Radford Chapter has also been selected as one of the outstanding clubs of the state. 137 BOUNDLESS ENERGY Pat Cook Beverly Agee CONTAGIOUS ENTHUSIASM Beth Spillman Cheryl Hash Mary Ingles Sally Alexander Sandy Caudell 134 Penny Christian, Jean Sevareid, Kappy Crews — co-captain, Becky Stevens, Linda Spillman, Gail Cook, Karen DeHart — co- captain. They possess boundless energy coupled with contagious enthusiasm. Their feeling of pride is unsurpassed. They offer proof that the key to teamwork is the desire for perfection. Their sense of responsibility is intense. They display a never give up attitude, especially when the chips are down. They are the RHS Varsity and Junior Varsity cheerleaders. Their purpose, as stated in their con- stitution, is to promote school spirit and inspire good sportsmanship. Toward this end, they spend countless hours practicing and perfecting cheers. They work with the Booster Club on fund-raising projects. They plan pep rallies and are responsible for seeing that everything runs smoothly. They cover everything, including themselves with glue, glitter, and paint. They travel with the Bobcats and encourage them with their constant optimism and faithful support. These fourteen girls have represented RHS proudly and with the determi- nation that characterizes all true Bobcats. J.V. Cheerleader sponser, Mrs. Pierce, prepares for the Christmas holidays. 135 First Row: S. Thornton, B. DeVilbiss, R. Barker, T. Pennington, Rhodes, P. DeHart, D. Morris, H. Reed, D. McPeak, K. Stump. A. Severeid, C. Pugh, A. Scott, D. Akers, S. Saunders, C. Second Row: D. Young, L. Todd, P. Piper. PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Experiencing the agony of three-hour practices in the heat of August; sharing the gym with the cheerleaders, basketball team, and wrestling team; shivering uncontrollably as bare legs are subjected to 30° temperatures — all are common experiences of a member of the RHS drill team, the Bobettes. For the past two and one-half years, the drill team has provided half-time entertainment at football and basketball games. The Bobettes began with Patty Piper, Edith Dole, Libby Todd, and Dawn Young, some of whom par- ticipated in drill teams before moving to Radford. After Mr. Swindell approved the constitution and several routines, membership was opened to girls in grades eight through twelve. The first perform- ance was in February of 1969. The first uniforms were black shorts, white blouses, and tennis shoes. The following year, members made gold mini-jumpers and added white sweaters, boots, and black and gold pom-poms. The Bobettes ' per- formances have added greatly to RHS athletic events. Officers: Mrs. Sandidge — sponsor, Patty Piper, Dawn Young, Libby Todd — captains. 136 THE TEACHERS OF TOMORROW First Row: S. Hinkley, C. Walker, C. Leathers, M. Ingles, B. Thompson, R. Saunders, S. Saunders, M. Hollyfield, J. L. Ritter, M. Viers,T. Pennington, P. Townsend. Second Row: Jones, R. Helbert, Mrs. Wilson — sponsor, C. Wilson. Officers: Bonnie Thompson — vice-pres., Pam Townsend — pres., Mrs. Wilson — sponsor, Gloria Wilson — sec., Sandy Hinkley — treas. The Future Teachers ' of America has come back to life at RHS! These girls are those who hope to become the teachers of tomorrow. They prepare for this role through initiation and participation in various activities and projects. They also offer to help grade papers, file, and do any other odd jobs. Early in the year, FTA members visited the local elementary schools to observe teaching methods. They also participated in a teacher exchange with Dublin High School and a State FTA Convention at Hotel Roanoke. In April, they honored the RHS faculty with a tea during Teacher Appreciation Week. Through these activities, FTA members feel they will be better prepared to become the kind of teachers capable of guiding the youth of the future. 137 First Row: A. Roop, M. Bennett, B. Cronkite, K. Crowder, C. Gilmore, C. Bird, D. McConnell. Second Row: T. Fisher, D. McGuire, R. Mumpower, M. Mauck, T. Nester. ENFORCING REGULATIONS AND ENCOURAGING SAFE PRACTICES A piercing look and a word of caution signify a Student Patrol. They encourage safe practices among fellow classmates, persuade unwilling students to take their proper place in the lunch line, supervise halls and lunch periods, and enforce all school rules. Unwritten duties consist of setting an example for other students, listening to complaints, and smiling at sarcastic remarks. A hard-working, but fun-loving group under the supervision of Carlisle Hostetter is the Student Patrol of Radford High School. Keith Crowder patrols the lunch line from his usual post. 138 AGGRESSION LEADS TO RECOGNITION First Row: B. Gilbert, R. Gilmore, R. Dobbins, ). Gibson, B. McGuire, J. Coughlin, M. Alderman, G. Gore, E. Kimbleton, K. Darden, S. Altizer, D. McGuire, K. Martin, D. Cochran, F. Turner, M. Cole, L. Richardson, G. Gilmore. Second Row: E. Weyer, R. Hall, D. Dickens, M. Lepchitz, S. Epperly, T. Fisher, Officers: Bill King — treas., Ronnie Gilmore — pres., Edward Weyer — vice-pres. D. Hunter, J. Corn, D. Leighton, D. McCardle, R. Wright, R. Hager, D. Wall, M. Robinson, M. Singleton, R. Painter. Third Row: B. King, R. Fulbright, J. Fisher, D. Jolly, M. Bishop, P. Christian, D. Coleman, J. Pierce, M. Meredith, K. Crowder, B. Meredith, K. Alderman, V. Plott, T. Albright, D. Simpkins. The RHS Varsity Club is a union of all the boys who have lettered in varsity sports. These boys epitomize the determination that keeps RHS number one. Each of them knows the satisfaction of victory and the disappointment of defeat. They understand the importance of criticism and have learned to benefit from it. They encourage good sportsmanship and prove its worth on the playing field. They know the hours of exhausting practice that go into the perfection of teamwork. These are the boys whose aggression has led to recognition. 139 First Row: L. Saul, S. Pugh, J. Sayers, L. Smith, P. DeHart, S. Harman, H. Dickens, C. Joseph, R. Duncan, C. Mathes, E. Irwin, R. Lewis. Second Row: S. Osborne, K. Thomas, M. Thompson, E. Elswick, L. Cirelli, B. DeVilbiss, S. Viers, S. Talton, A. Yuhas, M. Saunders, B. Cuill, K. Dalton. Third Row: C. Wilson, J. Cox, J. Harris, B. Darden, B. Covey, B. Altizer, L. Ritter, F. Matthews, M.Ciesen, K. Cole, C. Hanel, M. Anfin. Fourth Row: K. Cronkrite, J. Sage, N. Miller, M. Casas, B. Meredith, P. English, R. Lewis, D. Patton, M. Viers, K. Akers, F. Hopkins, K. Rose. Fifth Row: M. Hoffman, S. Helbert, S. Hager, V. Christian, K. Coughlin, J. Sutphin, K. Wall, J. Spiers, C. Thomas, M. Linkenhoker, E. Barnard, S. Rutrough. Sixth Row: D. Akers, C. French, V. Martin, P. Powers, J. Walker, J. Cox, S. Vaughn, R. Stump, P. Roop. Sev- enth Row: D. Austin, R. Price, L. Conner, R. Sowers, J. Wheeler, P. Frye, J. Skeens, A. Coodykoontz. Eighth Row: P. Roberts, J. Haas, J. Jones, A. Price. SPIRIT UNLIMITED Promoting good sportsmanship and spirit are the main duties of a Pep Club member. Spirit boosters such as tags and banners are made for football, basketball, baseball, tennis, track, wres- tling, and golf. When permissible, buses are taken to games so the Pep Club can cheer as a group for the Bobcats. In order to qualify for membership, a person must undergo an initiation period of making banners and attending games. Points are earned by the members for the activities in which they participate. A member can receive an em- blem by earning 800 points, a certificate for 1500 points, and a letter, the highest award, for 1800 points. The Pep Club adds extra enthusiasm to pep rallies and athletic events. 140 DEVELOPING SPORTSMANSHIP AND PHYSICAL FITNESS K. Wall, K. DeHart, J. Skeens, F. Hopkins, N. Miller, M. Viers, P. Townsend, F. Matthews, B. Spillman, V. Christian, P. Rob- erts, S. Viers, L. Ritter, S. Talton, S. Alexander, M. Ingles, P. A volleyball flies across the net amidst deafening screams of feminine laughter. The scorekeeper makes the call as the offended side protests indignantly. Words of urgent encour- agement echo through the gym as persistent members of the Girls ' Athletic Association compete for the championship title. The primary purposes of GAA are to develop good sportsmanship and to provide activities promoting physical fitness. Girls in grades eight through twelve participate as teams in volleyball, basketball, and softball. Individual activities such as tumbling, archery, and work-outs on the un- even parallel bars are also offered and encouraged. The Sweetheart Ball in Februrary is the annual money-making project. GAA is one of the older clubs at RHS. The op- portunities it provides for enjoyment as well as for the development of physical fitness continue to make it an appealing, active and worthwhile club. Christian, T. Pennington, C. Crockett, C. Hanel, S. Pugh, D. Altizer, S. Rutrough, B. Agee, K. Cole, G. Calfee, J. Haas, K. Crews, K. Coughlin, P. Roop. Officers: Lou Don Ritter — pres., Kay Coughlin — sec.-treas., Kristin Cole — vice-pres. 141 SERVICE TO SCHOOL, COMMUNITY First Row: J. Gilbert, F. Cale, D. Sowers, K. Martin, T. Fisher, J. Bratton, J. SmitFi, B. Meredith, J. Munsey. Second Row: D. Arney, G. Collins, D. Sutphin, K. Crowder, S. Epperly, C. McFarland, K. Darden, S. Altizer, W. Graham, D. McConnell. It ' s a familiar sight every morning and every afternoon of the school year, and it is almost always taken for granted. It happens despite blaz- ing sunshine, bristling cold, icy rain, or freezing snow. Almost like clockwork, a lone figure crosses the muddy school grounds and runs down the front steps. It is an RHS Key Club member on his way to raise or l ower the United States and Virginia flags. The Key Club is basically a service organization. Its primary purposes are to be of service to the school and community and to promote school cit- izenship. It is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Radford and often attends meetings, makes reports, and does projects with Kiwanis members. This year ' s Key Club had a new faculty sponsor, Mr. Geoffrey Kerr. The club ' s activities include any that may improve or aid RHS such as cleaning up the stadium, raising the flags, and selling tickets. Their annual project is to repair toys and help or- ganize White Christmas. They also sponsor the Virginia Tech Varsity Glee Club Concert, which was held in January this year. Members attend district meetings whenever possible to learn new ideas for making their club an effective organiza- tion. 142 First Row: D. McConnell, C. Shuford, D. Hall, D. Hunter, T. Fisher, K. Crowder, M. Meredith, R. Hager, J. DeHart, K. Darden, B. King, K. Martin, M. Johnston, D. Dickens. Second Row: S. Gilbert, J. Benson, D. Franklin, C. Brock, M. Lepchitz, G. Vest, A. Williams, E. Hale, T. Camp, D. Sutphin, D. McGuire, R. Wright, B. Brown, F. Turner, D. Leighton, N. Slone. Third Row: C. Craig, R. Bruns, J. Plott, B. Lambert, G. Gilmore, M. Bishop, J. Corn, J. Pierce, J.B. Collins, O. LoMascolo, R. Fisher, G. Atkinson, J. Munsey. Fourth Row: T. Blackburne, T. Albright, R. Painter, S. Elswick, D. DeHart, J. Bratton, R. Hall, R. Fulbright. Fifth Row: G. Harris, J. Turk, D. Shelburne, T. Dehart, D. Keller, R. Dobbins, C. Hayes, B. Brown, D. Sowers. WITNESSING FOR CHRIST The purpose of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes is to co nfront athietes and coaches, and through them the youth of the nation, with the challenge and adventure of following Christ and serving Him through the fellowship of the church and in their vocations. As a member of the FCA, each young man en- deavors to know more about Jesus Christ and His way of life, to be active in his church, and to strive to be Christian in his personal life, as well as to share his convictions with others. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is not an assembly of saints, but a fellowship through which ordinary people help each other to become better men and better examples of what the Lord can do with a yielded life. F.C.A. members Ed Weyer and Mike Lepchitz help clean up after the fire. 143 NEW CLUB TAKES OFF AT RHS First Row: F. Weshke, B. Harman, T. Lowman. Second Row: B. Hines, D. Taylor, J. Frazier. The Model Rocketry Club is a new club at RHS this year. The purpose of this club is to conduct group experiments and research projects, to provide safe facilities for rocket launchings, and to learn from each other the theories and principles of rocket propulsion. Among the activities this year were an eggloft contest, an on-spot landing contest, and an aerial photography demonstration. Mr. Kerr, who teaches physics and earth science is the new club ' s sponsor. We ' re off to the moon! 144 BEGINNING AGAIN First Row: Mrs. Hopkins — sponsor, G. Farmer, G. Totten, Miss Caldwell — sponsor. Second Row: D. Chinnault, P. Totten. C. Hagen, D. Hampton. Third Row: K. Kimmons, G. Students often do not realize the hours of work that are the result of the RHS library. After fire de- stroyed our Model Library and the majority of books and other materials, the Library Club, led by Miss Caldwell and Mrs. Hopkins, set to work to salvage and organize what was left. This year, they have been involved in the slow process of rebuilding the supply of valuable books and peri- odicals. RHS students can be proud of the excellent job they have done. The basic aim of the Student Library Assistants is to promote service to the school in the form of assistance to the librarian, faculty, and fellow students. Membership is open to students from the ninth through twelfth grades who have and Simpkins, T. Lowman, M. Atkins, J. Galarneau, J. Moran. Fourth Row: F. Weschke, L. Presgraves, R. Osborne, K. Simpkins. maintain an academic C average. In addition to working in the library, members are involved in other club projects, such as holding book fairs. They participate on the district level by attending the fall and spring meetings of the District Associ- ation of Student Library Assistants, helping to publish district newsletters at regular intervals, and keeping a club scrapbook to be presented at each spring district meeting. This year ' s Library Club has adopted a very fitting motto, by William Boetcker: The difficulties and struggles of today are but the price we must pay for the accomplishments and victories of tomorrow. LEARNING BY DOING First Row: L. Simpkins, E. Horne, K. Hinkley. Second Row: M. Row: Mr. Dobbins — advisor, ). Meade, R. Morton, C. Turpin, D. McDaniel, J. Rhodes, D. Shelburne, J.D. Smith, E. Wheeler, B. Sowers. Beasley, A. Slusher, W. Rector, S. Painter, S. Coleman. Third Officers: Doris Shelburne — sec., Elaine Horne — treas., Kay Hinkley — pres., Mike Turpin — reporter, ).D. Smith — vice-pres., June Rhodes — chaplain. The D.E. Club is Radford High School ' s chapter of the Distributive Education Clubs of America, commonly called DECA. The club is the profes- sional” organization of the Distributive Education Program. Local, district, state, and national competition is provided by contests in salesman- ship, advertising, display, and other functions of merchandising and distribution. The club meets several times during the school year, usually for a dinner meeting at a local restau- rant. A District Fall Rally was held in November, and the District Leadership Conference met for competition in February. The contest winners attended the State Leadership Conference held in Richmond, and state winners competed with other state winners in the National Leadership Confer- ence. The D.E. Club ' s social activities i ncluded a Christmas party, a spring picnic, and the annual Employer-Employee Banquet, at which time the members honored their training supervisors. SifllUKrtF CHI BETA PI First Row: B. Hines, W. Graham, K. Hines, J. Lightner, F. Weschke. Second Row: D. Jervev, Miss Jennings — sponsor T Reynolds, R. Helbert, V. Plott, D. Taylor. 6 v ' The Chi Beta Pi, more commonly known as the Science Club, encompasses all areas and aspects of science and appeals to each student ' s interests in these areas. It hosts speakers in the various fields of archeology, psychology, astronomy, chemistry, physics, and basic science. The Science Club gives the individual a chance to express himself through preparing science proj- ects to enter in the RHS Science Fair. In past years, many of these projects have gone on to win honors in regional and state competitions. Members also serve the community by partici- pating in Earth Day, and are concerned about pollution and conservation. The Science Club has been to Radford College for several scientific films and to hear guest speak- ers from around the world. In the spring, the club traveled as a group to the 1971 meeting of the Virginia Junior Academy of Science at V.P.I. 147 PROM 1970 Susan Pugh and Mike Price admire the 1970 prom decora- tions. Dinah Hale and Skipper Hudgins swing to the beat of the Royal Kings. “Someday there will be a new world. 148 ira? A TIME FOR US” Christina Hanel serves refreshments at prom. A time for us, some day there ' ll be When chains are torn by courage born Of a love that ' s free. A time when dreams so long denied Can flourish as we unveil The love we now must hide. A time for us at last to see A life worthwhile for you and me. And with our love Through tears and thorns, We will endure as we pass surely Through every storm. A time for us, some day there ' ll be A new world, a world of shining hope, For you and me. Pauia Cline and J.D. Smith await introduction during the floor show. 149 Senior representatives to the 1970 Homecoming court, Beth Spillman, Debbie Patton, and Mary Ingles, await introduction during halftime of the ballgame. Underclass representatives and escorts of the 1970 Homecoming court: Becky Alti er, Steve Altizer, lean Sevareid, Norman Lep hit , |enny Cook, Ralph Doud, lay Coughlin, Lee Lucas, Bill Brown, Becky Stevens, Mike Aker, Gail Cook. 150 ■ Homecoming King, Mike Singleton, and Queen, Mary Ingles lead the traditional court dance. R.H.S. students dance to the music of the Bad Lands Express at Homecoming. MEMORIES OF HOMECOMING 1970 Senior representatives to the 1970 Homecoming court: Mike Price, Debbie Patton, King Mike Singleton, Queen Mary Ingles, Beth Spillman, and Danny McGuire. 151 THE JOYS OF YOUTH Happiness is being Miss Noel, says Gail Cook as she is crowned by Janice Horne. The Cheerleaders display teamwork. Coach Lineburg experiences the jitters as he escorts Jonnie Lynn Caudell at Homecoming. Pat Christian and Verner Plott show SCA cooperation. Hello up there! yells Verner Plott, Ann Coodykoontz, and Mary Ingles to an unknown visitor to RHS. 153 LOVE CAN MAKE YOU HAPPY First Row: Lou Don Ritter, Beth Spillman, Debbie Altizer. Second Row: Mary Jo Dickerson, Kay Coughlin, Susan Pugh, Jenny Haas, Vickie Christian, Kim Snell. Sweetheart Ball Queen, Beth Spillman, and King, Dickie Wall. 154 Jenny Decker — Miss Radford 155 O.D.A.T. 156 157 HODGEPODGE 158 159 anSdowD Enter the athletes of RHS. Enter their undaunted will to win, their never- give-up display of effort, their pride that comes from the spirit of competition. Enter their mastery of self-discipline, the tension that builds as pressures mount, their constant striving to accomplish the impossible, to reach ultimate supremacy. Enter the athletes — possessed by unconquerable determination and desire. A desire to satisfy more than the screaming crowd and expectant coach. A desire that comes from emotions too deep to convey in words. Enter the enduring strength of the gridman, the concentration of the basketball player, the relentless stamina of the wrestler. Enter the speed and agility of the cinderman, the precision of the golfer, the acquired coordination of the netman, the overpowering might of the baseball player. Enter the athletes — who experience joy in victory and disappointment in defeat. Enter the determination that can transform failure into a vow of hope with a promise of Wait ' till next time! Enter their display of teamwork, their triumph in personal accomplishment, their willingness and understanding of sacrifice. Enter their intangible rewards that a scoreboard could never measure. The glory of being a champion, the brave acceptance of defeat, the satisfaction of being on top, the excitement of total involvement. Striving Perfecting Winning Losing Straining Practicing Enduring and Maturing Filled with the youthful spirit of effort which is but a reflection of their deter- mination in life. JV’S END SEASON WITH FIRST WINNING RECORD SINCE ’65 ian, L. Brown, B. Broy Hovel, M. Dove, U E Brock, . Bruns, Miller, M. Morrison,!?. Painter nds, D. Row: N. Sloane, Mil Smart, J Low Bro Second Clovcl ow: Franklin, S. Gilbert, D. Harris. Third Row: C. Hayes, D. Hayes M. Hoover, S. Howell, S. Hypes. Fourth Row: B. Miller, K PlotO Smith, Coach Waterworth. ixth Row: T. Blackburn. 1970 J.V. FOOTBALL SCORES RHS 6 0 Galax RHS 22 0 Christiansburg RHS r -iLfL 14 Pulaski RHS 20 8 George Wythe RHS 14 0 Carroll County RHS 6 14 Narrows RHS 0 14 Dublin Under the leadership of Noel Slone, Steve Gilbert, and Bill Brown, a transfer quarterback from Bristol, Virginia, the Junior Varsity football team finished the 1970 season with a 4-3 record. The Little Cats showed the out- standing endurance and enthusiasm of a winning team. Highlighting, the victories was the win over Galax, the first game of the season. The game was a scoreless tie, until, in the last thrity seconds, Mr. Ref there were two fumbles with Radford recovering the ball and scoring in the last four seconds of play. Another important win was the 14-0 victory over Carroll County, which assured the Little Cats of a winning season, their first since 1965. This entire squad is positive proof that RHS is constantly striving to be and to remain number one. 162 1970 EIGHTH GRADE FOOTBALI SCORES RHS 20 0 Galax RHS 38 16 Christiansburg RHS 16 0 Pulaski RHS 6 20 George Wythe RHS 38 0 Shawsville RHS 16 0 Narrows RHS 22 8 Dublin The eighth grade football team completed the 1970 season with a record of which they can be proud — six wins and only one loss. The young men of this squad gained valuable experience in sharpening various skills mastered on the sandlot field and in learning to work together as one team after years of competing against each other. They also gained deeper insight into the techniques of football and learned that a good team is one which is made up of different personalities and talents. Probably the most satisfying game for the eighth graders was the one played against Dublin, which ended the season with a 22-8 victory. The team was led by several outstanding players, al- though the entire squad showed great promise for future seasons. Hard work, enthusiasm, effort, and the dedication of coaches Paul Hall and Jack Johnson were the key elements in making the season such a successful one. COMBINING TALENTS INTO A TEAM Front: Coach Paul Hall. First Row: T. Warden, C. Krayer, D. Morris, T. Nixon, L. Woodrum, D. Reed, D. Mauck. Second Row: J. Turk, S. Johnston, B. Turner, T. DeHart, J. Fisher, R. Sandoe. Third Row: G. Calfee, V. Gardner, R. Semones, B. Clarke, S. McDaniel, G. Durney, J. Neely. Fourth Row: Mgr. J Gibson, H. Caldwell, T. Tinley, R. Soucek, R. Ridpath, M Weikell, Mgr. B. Hines. 163 WE THOUGHT IT WAS THE END First Row: Cary Atkinson (mgr), M. Price, M. Singleton, D. DeHart, D. Keller, D. Morton, B. Gilbert, D. McGuire, K. Darden, L. Alderman, J. Bratton, E. Richards (mgr). Second Row: D. McConnell (mgr), R. Bond, D. Cochran, A. Delaney, ). Munsey, W. Reed, R. Hall, E. Weyer, A. Williams, G. Shuford, D. Akers, T. Camp, M. Brock. Third Row: Coach Lindon, Coach Beamer, M. Mauck, E. Hale, D. Hunter, Aker, ). DeHart, J. Viers, B. King, F. Turner, M. Lepchitz, Dickens, J. Corn, S. Epperly, K. Martin (mgr), Coach Lineburg. Fourth Row: K. Alderman, R. Fisher, R. Hager, M. Cox, D. Leighton, R. Howell, F. Kirby, T. Fisher, D. Hall, R. Wright, J. Joseph, D. Simpkins, R. Gilmore. The unbelievable Radford High School Bobcats finished the 1970 football season tied for second place in the New River District. They were ably led by the seniors, including such outstanding players as Steve Epperly, Dennis Hunter, Mike Price, and Mike Singleton. Underclassmen gained a great deal of playing time which will be valuable experi- ence for the season next year. The Cats, with new head football coach Norman Lineburg, and assistant coaches Ron Lindon and Frank Beamer, turned a season which began with one win, two losses, and one tie into a successful campaign by winning the rest of their games. In spite of the slow start, the student body was behind the team all the way, keeping the Cats ' morale high and enabling them to play with more determination. The spirit shown by the football team was evident in their pride, both in their attitude and on the playing field. Wytheville Maroon doesn ' t have a chance against Bruce Gilbert, David Simpkins, and Mike Singleton. O 2 BUT IT WAS ONLY THE BEGINNING 1970 FOOTBALL SCORES RHS 8 0 Galax RHS 8 21 Blacksburg RHS 8 16 Dublin RHS 0 0 Floyd RHS 31 12 Christiansburg RHS 34 6 Carroll County RHS 22 6 Narrows RHS 14 6 Pulaski RHS 8 0 George Wythe RHS 36 18 Giles Mike Singleton leads the Cats on to a Homecoming Victory. 165 COACH LINEBURG ' S PIGSKIN REVIEW NORMAN LINEBURG RADFORD — GALAX Steve Epperly caught a 23-yard touchdown pass from Kenny Alderman in the third quarter to en- able the Bobcats to win a hard-fought defensive game. Mike Singleton played outstanding defense, and Ronnie Gilmore was the leading ground gainer with 45 yards. RADFORD— BLACKSBURG Dave Morton scored on a 65-yard run on the first play from scrimmage, and the Bobcats led 8 to 0 at the end of the first quarter. The Cats had another scoring opportunity in the first quarter, but fumbled on the Blacksburg 11-yard line. The rest of the game belonged to Blacksburg. RADFORD— DUBLIN Dublin scored first and led the Bobcats 8 to 0 at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Cats drove 92 yards for a touchdown with Ron Gilmore and Don Leighton carrying the ball, and Don Dickens doing an excellent job as quarterback. Bill King threw a 26-yard pass to complete the touchdown. In spite of the Cats ' efforts, the game ended 16 to 8, in favor of Dublin. RADFORD — FLOYD Floyd County High School stopped each of seven scoring opportunities by the Bobcats, and the game ended in a scoreless tie. Floyd played outstanding defensive ball against the Cats. RADFORD— CHRISTIANSBURG Radford played a great first half against Christiansburg and led 25 to 6 at halftime. Robbie Wright started the Bobcat scoring with a 24-yard field goal in the first quarter. Dave Morton scored two touchdowns in the game, one on an 84-yard punt return. Don Dickens ' and Kenny Alderman ' s passing and Steve Epperly ' s seven pass receptions highlighted the Bobcat offense. Mike Singleton was excellent on both offense and defense, and was the spark of the team. 166 New head coach, Norman Lineburg, contemplates his pig- skin review. JOINS RHS FORCES TOUCHDOWN!!! RADFORD— CARROLL COUNTY The Bobcats trailed Carroll County 6 to 0 at the end of the first quarter, but then exploded all over the stadium for five touchdowns enroute to a 34-6 victory. Radford ' s pass defense stopped the Cava- liers ' passing attack. On offense, Bill King returned to his running form by scoring two touchdowns and being the leading rusher. RADFORD— NARROWS Sparked by Dave Morton ' s 53-yard touchdown punt return and Mike Mauck ' s 32-yard scoring scamper, the Cats put together a fourth quarter 76-yard march for a third touchdown to post a 22- 6 football victory. The Bobcats played outstanding defensive football. RADFORD— PULASKI Playing great defensive ball by stopping the Orioles deep in the Bobcat territory three times in the last quarter, Radford upset Pulaski 14 to 6. Dave Morton returned the opening kick-off 86 yards to score the first touchdown, and Ralph Fish- er intercepted two passes to stop two Oriole drives. Bill King scored the other Bobcat Touchdown on a 17-yard run. RADFORD— GEORGE WYTHE Bill King ' s 78-yard touchdown gallop for the game ' s only six-pointer was the margin of victory as the Cats edged over George Wythe. Don Dickens intercepted a pass to end the game. RADFORD— GILES Bill King, Dave Morton, and Ron Gilmore paced the Cats ' hard running attack, while Kenny Alderman used the pass sparingly, but effectively. The Bobcats ' offensive line did a great job of blocking. Radford finished their season with a 7-2- 1 record. Bobcats lower the boom. 167 CATS WAGE SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN Bobcat defense closes in. Senior football players: Mike Price, Ricky Hager, Freddy Kirby, Danny McGuire, and Ronnie Gilmore. Coaches Lineburg, Lindon, and Beamer encourage the Cats to stomp Dublin. Cats scramble for a fumbled ball. IN SPITE OF SLOW START Senior football players: Matthew Brock, Steve Epperly, David Cochran, Mike Lepchitz, Tommy Fisher, Mike Cox, Don Hall, Dennis Hunter. Ronnie Gilmore is temporarily stopped by the Dukes. Quarterback Ken Alderman sneaks over — where is he??? BOBCATS END SEASON Dave Morton makes a clean sweep for needed yardage. Mike Price and Ronnie Gilmore move in for the tackle. Ron Gilmore plunges over for another touchdown. Mr. Roane cleans the bus in preparation for a trip to Blacksburg. Coaches Lineburg and Lindon look on during a critical moment. 170 TIED FOR SECOND Ron Gilmore demonstrates the extra effort that wins ball games. Tommy Fisher and Mike Singleton hold the line of scrimmage. Bobcat coaches working on a victory. 171 MATMEN END COMPETITION 2-3-1 ■ • J « 1 B J it j vQ A ■ A? f LB - r ) £3 First Row: Steve Gilbert, Jack Brown, Jed DeHart, Jeff Sadler, Joe Sandoe, Jay Jessee. Second Row: Kim Martin, Bill King, Bruce Gilbert, Kem Darden, M aynard Hoover, Greg Sandoe, Bob Hinkley, Manager. Third Row: Sterling Boyd, Steve Altizer, Captain, Butter Brock. Fourth Row: Richard Sandoe. The 1970-71 wrestling team showed much progress in only their second year of competition ending the season with two wins, three losses, and one tie. From the combined efforts of the boys from the 1969-70 team and the talents of the new recruits came a tremendous enthusiasm for and interest in wrestling. This year ' s team was led by captain Steve Altizer who was undefeated in varsity competition this season. H i s leadership and spunk were a boost that encouraged his fellow teammates to try harder. Displaying much improvement this year were Joe Sandoe, Kem Darden, Maynard Hoover, and Bruce Gilbert. Bill King and Steve Gilbert also had a successful first year of wrestling. Steve as a ninth grader won four out of his last five matches. If the wrestling teams of the future follow the fine example of this year ' s team, success lies ahead. 172 Kem Darden successfully completes a reversal as the referee Steve Altizer finishes the regular season 9-0. signals 2 points to his credit. Steve Altizer displays his championship ability. 173 LITTLE CATS FINISH SEASON WITH A 15 - 3 RECORD Mr. Purcell — Coach, David Young, Mike Smart, Noel Slone, Robert Burns, Shannon Elswick, Kenny Alderman, Mike Green, Brad Roane, Gary Hughett, Robbie Wright, John Benson, Danny Akers, Jackie Kiser, David Ingram, Roger Hughett, David Smith. Not pictured — Len Doughtery, Mike Dove, managers. The 1970-71 Junior Varsity Basketball team was forced to rebuild their line-up when the J.V. starters from last year were promoted to the varsity squad. Displaying the new talent that appeared on the floor were Gary Hughett, Robbie Wright, Kenny Alderman, Noel Slone, and Danny Akers who showed the close-knit teamwork nec- essary to complete a season to be proud of with fifteen wins and only three losses. High points of the season were victorious clashes with Narrows, Dublin, and Pulaski. Coached by Carroll Purcell, the Little Cats finished the regular season in sec- ond place and lost a close 42 to 40 battle against Blacksburg in the second annual J.V. tournaments in Christiansburg to place second. 1970 RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS RHS -71 JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL SCORES Carroll County Floyd George Wythe Giles Narrows Christiansburg Pulaski Blar ksburg Gajpx Flo d Vylhe Giles 1 Nai rows Christiansburg Dublin Carroll County Pulaski Dublin George y f 174 Robby Wright receives congratulations tor second runner-up in the JV basketball tourney. Robby Wright struggles to retain Bobcat defenders Akers and Slone possession of the ball. surround a Buffalo plalyer. Jump-ball, jump-ball, get it, get it. 175 BOBCATS FINISH SEASON WITH 14 - 4 RECORD 0BC AT t 54 BOBCAT l 32 First Row: Dave McCardle, Dickie Wall — Co-captains. Sec- ond Row: Abie Williams, Richard Akers, Terrance Delaney, Bill Rockwell, Mike Johnson, Mike Mauck. Third Row: Mr. Hostetter — coach, Biff Medlin, Mark Bishop, Pat Christian, Thomas Green, John Pierce, J.B. Collins, Vaughn Stone, Mr. Hall — coach. Not Pictured: David McConnell, Jimm Bisset, Chuck Hayes — managers. RHS completed another successful basketball season with a record of 14-4 to finish the year in third place. In spite of the many injuries and illnesses endured by the team, the Cats completed a record equal to that of last year. Some of the highlights of the season were the 81-55 win over George Wythe and the sixty point scoring in the second half of the Galax game. Dickie Wall and Dave McCardle made the first team New River honor squad. Dave McCardle tied for New River Player of the year and was second in per game scoring with an average of 23.3. Dick Wall finished his great career at RHS and is destined to be remembered as one of our greatest. The other seniors, John Pierce, Pat Christian, and Mark Bishop will also be badly missed. The Bobcats had three outstanding sophomores, Tom Greene, Mike Mauck, and Biff Medlin, all of whom started sever- al games. Green led the team in rebounding, averaging fifteen rebounds per game. Rising se- niors Terrance Delany, Richard Akers, and J.B. Collins also logged considerable playing time this year, which will be a big boost to next year ' s squad. 1970-71 BASKETBALL SCORES RHS 72 30 Carroll County RHS 80 54 Floyd RHS 60 61 George Wythe RHS 71 43 Giles RHS 73 52 Narrows RHS 73 40 Christiansburg RHS 68 71 Pulaski RHS 68 73 Blacksburg RHS 88 70 Galax RHS 87 47 Floyd RHS 81 55 George Wythe RHS 78 64 Giles RHS 67 54 Narrows RHS 54 50 Christiansburg RHS 66 45 Dublin RHS 66 31 Carroll County RHS 70 8! Pulsaki RHS 55 50 Dublin Tournament RHS 55 56 Narrows Coach Hostetter defending the Bobcat Team Fellow, you can have your leg — all I want is the ball, growls Tom Green. Basketball Coaches Carlisle Hos tetter and Paul Hall lead the 1970-71 Varsity Basketball Team. Dave McCardle, tied for Player of the Year, adds two more to his scoring record. 177 SCENES FROM ’70 - ’71 - SEASON 178 179 warn RHS BASKETBALL TEAM RACKS UP Dickie Wall tries for another two points. Kenny Alderman grabs a rebound. 180 ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SEASON Slightly influenced by Richard Akers, a Cavalier gives up the ball. 181 Two Cats, Dave McCardle and Tom Green, snare the ball. DICK WALL AND CHOSEN FOR 182 NEW RIVER Bobcats seriously discuss their strategy. DAVE MCCARDLE FIRST TEAM, HONOR SQUAD 183 CATS FINISH TIED FOR First Row: K. Alderman, N. Slone, M. Mauck, J. Saul, D. Barton, M. Singleton, M. Price. Second Row: Head Coach Frank Beamer, R. Hager, D. Simpkins, S. Hypes, R. Hall, R. Doud, F. Turner, S. Hudgins, Assistant Coach John Waterworth. Third Row: J. Bissett, mgr; W. Horne, mgr; L. Smead, R. Fisher, M. Bishop, D. Hunter, K. Crowder, manag er, G. Vest, mgr. Doug Barton and Dennis Hunter led the RHS baseball team through a rebuilding season to finish with an Eastern Division record of 5-3. The 1970 BASEBALL SCORES Cats finished tied with Narrows for the top spot in the division, but lost in the NRD tournament to RHS 8 4 Dublin Carroll County. The outstanding game of the RHS 5 7 Pulaski season was the 13-2 victory over Christiansburg in RHS -| 3 Marion which the Cats showed tremendous hitting ability. The Narrows game was also a good game, even RHS 6 5 Blacksburg though the Cats lost 0-1. This game went into eleven innings and the marvelous Bobcat defense RHS 3 7 William Flemming kept the Green Waves down to one run. RHS 4 2 Giles RHS 13 2 Christiansburg RHS 3 5 Galax RHS 3 2 Narrows RHS 11 8 Blacksburg RHS 1 10 Galax RHS 2 5 Giles RHS 0 1 Narrows RHS 2 4 Christiansburg RHS 1 2 Dublin RHS 8 13 Carroll County 184 TOP SPOT IN DIVISION Doug Barton prepares for another long hit as he takes his stance. “Let me straighten you out, Mr. Umpire, says A Bobcat is out at home plate. Coach Beamer. You ' re out! shouts the umpire after a Cavalier is tagged by Mike Price. 185 TENNIS TEAM CAPTURES FOURTH CONSECUTIVE NRD CHAMPIONSHIP First row: Sammy Pack, Dick Wall, Russell Allen, David Cochran, Tim Nester. Second Row: Tommy Simpson, Abie Williams, Mike Johnson, Coach Class, Robbie Gardiner, Shannon Elswick. The 1970 tennis team captured the New River District Championship for the fourth consecutive season. The top three men were Russell Allen, Dickie Wall, and Sammy Pack who maintained their top positions for the entire season. David Cochran, Tim Nester, and Mike Johnson were also among the leaders. The team encountered little opposition from district teams, but encountered stiff opposition from out-of-district teams such as Northcross. RHS played in the finals of the South- Western Regionals, but was defeated by Harrisonburg. However, this was the first defeat of the season, and RHS can be proud of the team ' s accomplishments. 186 SWINGERS” PLACE THIRD IN NRD Starters: John Fisher, Craig Allen, Tim Albright, Jimmy Crews. The 1970 Radford High School golf team enjoyed a winning season. Led by Craig Allen, Tim Albright, Jimmy Crews, John Fisher, and Steve Coleman, they placed third in New River District competition. The highlight of the season was the Wytheville Invitational Tournaments at which the swingers again placed third. The year ended with a 5-2 record. Tim Albright practices teeing off. 187 First Row: B. King, B. Hager, T. Winkle, R. Brown, W. Brown, R. Lucas, J. Coodykoontz, D. Leighton, D. Jolley, J. Coughlin, S. Epperly, J. Curtis. Second Row: J. Quesenberry, D. Bratton, B. Cochran, M. Bennett, D. Hall, M. Brock, M. Lepchitz, J. Viers, J. Pierce, B. Woolwine, F. Cale, D. Skeens. Third Row: B. Conner, V. Stone, J. Joseph, R. Fulbright, R. Bond, M. Harmon, J. Gilbert, D. Johnson, E. Weyer, B. Rockwell, D. Dickens, M. Lester. Fourth Row: Carter, C. Shuford, R. Akers, C. Collins, J. Sandoe, M. Dove, T. Edmonds, Hinkley, J. DeHart, S. Howell, D. Morton, B. Lambert. Fifth Row: Fisher, mgr; B. Medlin, J. Benson, N. Lepchitz, J. Corn, M. Johnston, E. Hale, L. Daughtery, D. Akers, R. Howell, L. Dougherty, mgr. Sixth Row: Coach Ron Lindon, C. Craig, mgr; J. Sadler, T. Duncan, R. Dobbins, R. Cibas, D. McConnell, Coach Harold Absher. Track has become a year-round activity at RHS. The initiation of a winter track season by Coach Lineburg proved to be a valuable program for getting the boys in shape for the spring season and providing opportunities for more to partici- pate in a winter sport. These forty-six men partici- pated in two meets and one state track meet. The 1970 track team was the first one at RHS to win an NRD Championship. They displayed the invincible spirit and determination which are char- acteristic of all champions. They also had the in- valuable leadership and dedication of Coach Absher and tri-captains Richie Lucas, Walter Brown, and Joe Goodykoontz. In the regular season, the cindermen won all but two district meets, losing twice to Dublin. On April 10, the team placed second in the New River Relays held at Dublin, and on April 18, they placed second in the Second Annual All-American Relays. The most exciting meet terminated the regular season. This was the NRD Track Meet held at Radford on May 8. Here the Cats took first place and the championship title. As a result, the Cats traveled to the state meet at V.P.I. on May 16. Richie Lucas placed second in the 100-yard dash and first in the 220-yard dash. The cindermen had a fabulous season that included setting several new school records. And all the men found that, in track, speed and agility are the winning combination. 188 We ' re Number One, shout the RHS trackmen after winning the NRD Track Championship. TRACKMEN TAKE NRD CHAMPIONSHIP - A FIRST FOR RHS Another first for Don Leighton. Doug Jolley flies over the high jump bar. Coaches and Tri-Captains: Coach Absher, Joe Goodykoontz, Walter Brown, Richie Lucas, Coach Lindon. 189 SPEED AND AGILITY Another first in the 100-yard dash for Richie Lucas. 190 The weight men: T. Edmonds, ). Corn, M. Lepchitz, J. DeHart, j. Gilbert, ). Joseph, M. brock, D. Akers, B. King, V. Stone, R. Fulbright, W. Brown. A WINNING COMBINATION Bill King crosses the finish line. 191 192 193 FAMILIAR SIGHTS AT RHS 194 195 THE OAK LEAF THANKS THOSE WHO CARED ENOUGH TO BECOME INVOLVED Room 204 is deserted and lifeless. A few forgotten papers lie carelessly on the floor. A handful of unused photographs have dropped behind one of the file cabinets. Red and green penci ls, layout pages, and copy sheets are stacked neatly in a corner. The room seems to echo the oppressing silence that hangs heavily in the air. Sunlight streams in a half-open window and forms a prism of flying dust particles. Nothing indicates the frenzy of activitiy that pervaded the annual room just before the final deadline was completed. Nothing indicates the laughter, the tears, the temporary insanity of Oak Leaf members. It ' s finished, but it didn ' t just happen. Behind the scenes, people who were not annual members worked to make our dream a reality. And now, that it is finished, we would like to thank them for caring enough to be involved. Mr. Garrison, Hunter representative who patiently spent many hours helping us in the organi- zation and production of the Oak Leaf. Mr. Ayoub, photographer from Olan Mills who took senior pictures, candids, and organization pictures. The Association, who allowed us to use the theme, “Enter the Young. Mr. Robert Trobaugh, editor and publisher of the News Journal who graciously gave us much- needed pictures. We would also like to thank Mr. Paul Simpkins, managing editor. Mr. Swindell, the faculty, and the students, who had to put up with frantic Oak Leaf members. Coaches Lineburg, Lindon, Beamer, Hostetter, Hall, Waterworth, Johnson, Glass, Absher, Purcell, and Kerr who assisted the copy staff write up sports copy and scores and put up with ev- erything from stupid questions to a dozen phone calls. Mrs. Shumate who took care of our financial matters. Mrs. Medlin who was always doing some odd job for the staff. Coach Waterworth who very kindly let the copy staff use his room every day sixth period as long as they didn ' t take his purple chalk. Libby Todd who helped indentify and type up the names of club members one night at midnight. Bucky Meredith who helped with last minute photography. Mr. and Mrs. Pennington who hosted the annual staff at all hours of the day and night, provided us with food, and put up with screams, telephone calls, and the continuous ringing of the doorbell. (O.D.A.T.-OUR DAYS AT TERICA ' S) All our parents who had to put up with late hours and cluttered rooms and who fed us popcorn, pimento cheese sandwiches, chocolate candy, potato chips, blueberry muffins, water- melon, pizza, and soft drinks. Miss Becherer, our annual student teacher who taught us a unit on organization of an annual. Russell and Craig Allen, Ralph Doud, Tommy Fisher, Chipper McFarland, and Ed Weyer who gave us great moral support. Thanks again. Without you, it couldn ' t have been done. The Oak Leaf: Sponsor: Mrs. Ann Dye Editor: Debbie Patton Layout Editor: Mary Ingles Copy Editors: Ann Goodykoontz and Terica Pennington Business Editor: Renie Price Annual members: Sally Alexander, David McConnell, Donna Austin, Kristin Cole, Jenny Haas, Chris Pugh, Jenny Cook, Sandy Caudell, Judy Fretwell, Gloria Farlow, Paulette Roberts, Kathy Wall, Dinah Hale 1 % SENIOR ACHIEVEMENTS SENIOR ACHIEVEMENTS BEVERLY MONTEZ AGEE Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8,9,10; Pep Club — 8,9; GAA — 8,9,10,11,12; Class Representative — 9; JV Cheerleader — 10; Varsity Cheerleader — 11,12(captain); Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12; Art Club — 12; National Honor Society — 12; Homecoming Court — 9. KATHY LOUISE AKERS Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8,9,10; CAA — 8; Art Club — 9,10(reporter), 11,12; Pep Club — -10,11; Acorn Staff — 10,11,12, Managing Editor— 11,12; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y— 1 1 ,12; SIPA Delegate— 11; SCA Chaplain — 12. TIMOTHY LEONARD ALBRIGHT Basketball — 8; Golf — 9,10,11,12; Art Club — 9,11,12; Key Club — 11,12; Varsity Club — 11,12; Fellowship of Christian Athletes — 11,12. MICHAEL H. ALDERMAN Track — 10,11,12; Varsity Club — 11,12. SALLY ANN ALEXANDER Pep Club — 9,10,11; CAA — 9,10,11,12; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 10; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12; SCA Chaplain — 11; Annual Staff — 11,12; Cheerleader — 12; National Honor Scociety — 12. DEBRA YVONNE ALTIZER CAA — 8,9,10,11,12; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 1 1 (chap lain), 12(secretary); National Honor Society — 12. STEVEN ROGER ALTIZER Football — 8; Christmas Play — 8; Varsity Track — 9,10; Art Club — 9,1 0 (vice-president),! 1 (president ),1 2; Varsity Wrestling — 1 1 ,1 2(cpatain); Key Club — 11,12; State Wres- tling — 11; Interclub Council — 11; Vaersity Club — 12. DEBRA JEAN AUSTIN Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8,9,10; Pep Club— 9,10,11,12; Art Club 10,11; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12; National Honor Society — 11,12. ELLEN MARIA BEASLEY CAA— 8,9; FHA— 9,10; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 10; Chorus— 1 1 ,12; DECA— 12. JERRY LEE BENNETT MICHAEL BRIAN BENNETT Football — 8; Science Club — 9,10,11,(10 — secretary, 11 — vice-president); Track — 9,10,11; Wrestling — 11,12; Fellowship of Christian Athletes— 11,12; Student Patrol — 12. CHARLES EDWIN BIRD Student Patrol — 11,12; National Honor Society 11,12; Class Vice President — 11; Class Vice-President — 12. MARK ANTHONY BISHOP JV Basketball — 10; Varsity Basketball — 11,12; Junior Class President — 11; Baseball — 11; Varsity Club — 11,12; FCA — 12; Hi-Y— 12. CYNTHIA LYNN BLACKBURN CAA— 8,9; FHA— 9,10; Tri-Hi-Y— 10. WILLIAM HIX BONDURANT Band — 8,9,10,11,12; Stage Band — 10,11,12; All Regional Band — 10,11,12; Science Fair — 8; Chess Club — 10,11; SCA Reporter — 10; Band Jr. Class Representative — 11; National Honor Society — 12; Roanoke Youth Symphony Orchestra — 12; Band V.P.— 12. RICHARD BOWES MATTHEW DAVID BROCK Football — 8; Basketball — 8; JV Football — 9,10; Track — 9,11; Art Club — 9,10,11; Baseball — 10; Varsity Football — 11,12; FCA— 11,12. JACK BROWN RONALD BROWN ANNE MARIE BUZZARD CONNIE JEAN CALDWELL FHA— 10; FBLA— 11. TOMMY CALDWELL Wrestling — 11,12. FREDERIC C. CALE Science Club — 10,11; Key Club — 10,11(treasurer), (trea- surer); JV Football — 10; Track — 10,11. CAROLYN SUE CALFEE LINDA JOYCE CAPPS LARRY DEAN CARDEN VONDELEAR CARTER CAA— 10,11. MARIA CASAS Pep Club — 10,11,12; Art Club— 10,11. STEPHEN LEE CHAPMAN Band — 8-12; (12, reporter; instrument manager) Hi-Y — 9,10,11; Science Club — 9,10,11; Thespians Club — 10,11(vice- president),12(president). PATRICK REID CHRISTIAN 8th Grade Vice-President; Football — 8; Basketball — 8; Bas- ketball, JV — 9, 10, Varsity — 11,12; S.C.A. Treasurer — 9; Hi-Y — 9,10(treasurer), 11 (secretary-treasurer), 12; Varsity Track — 9; SCA Secretary — 10; Varsity Tennis — 10; FCA — 10,11,12; MCA — 11; Boys ' State — 11; National Honor Society — 11,12; Student Patrol — 11; Varsity Club — 11,12; President of SCA— 12. DAVID LEE COCHRAN Football — 8,9,12; Basketball — -8,9; Christmas pageant — 8; Honorable Mention, Science Fair — 8; FCA — 9,10,11; 3rd place in science fair — 9; Varsity Tennis — 9,10,11,12; Varsity Club — 10,11,12; Hi-Y — 11,12; 1st place in science fair — 11; Student patrol — 11; National Honor Society — 11,12; Pres- ident of MYF at Grove Avenue Church — 12. MASON D. COLE III Football — 8; Basketball — 8,9,10,11; Varsity Baseball — 10; Varsity Club — 1 1,12; Secretary of Senior Class — 12. DAVID LEE COLEMAN Class Officer — 8; Football — 8,9,10,11; Basketball — 8,9,10,1 1 ; Class Officer — 9; Golf Team — 9,10,11; Varsity Club- — 10,11; Honor Society — 11. STEPHEN LEWIS COLEMAN Football — 8; Basketball — 8,9,10; Coif — 10,11; Chess Club — ll(vice-president); DECA — 12. JAMES JOSEPH COUGHLIN Basketball — 8; Varsity Track — 9,10,11,12; Football — 9; Varsity Club— 9,10,11,12; Student Patrol — 11; National Honor Society — 11,12. WILLIAM ALAN CRONKRITE KEITH CROWDER Art Club — 8,9; Band — 8,9,10,11,12; Varsity Track Manag- er — 9,10; Key Club — 10,11,12; Hi-Y — 11; Fellowship of Christian Athletes — 11,12; Varsity Football Manager — 11; Varsity Baseball — 11,12; Student Patrol — 12; Chorus — 12. JENNIFER GAY DECKER Masque Club — 9; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 9; Jr. Red Cross — 9; Acorn Staff — 9,10,11 (featurer editor), 12 (editor); Drill Team — 10,11; Art Club — 10; SIPA — 10,11; Thespians — 11,12; Interclub Council — 12. SHARON DELANEY GAA— 10,11. DOLLY KATRINA DOBBINS CAA — 8,9; FHA— 9,10,11,12; Red Cross — 9,10; Chorus — 10,11,12; Senior Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12. STEPHEN MATTESON EPPERLY Honorable Mention in Science Fair — 8; 3rd place in Science Fair — 9; Football — 8; JV Football — 9; Varsity Football — 10,11,12; Varsity Track — 9,11,12; Varsity Club— 9,10,11,12; FCA— 9,10,11,12; Key Club— 12. )AMES THOMAS FISHER Football — 8,9,11,12; Band — 8-12(band council — 11,12) Key Club — 10,11,12; Vice-President — 11; Key Club Pres- ident — 12; Interclub Council — 12; FCA — 10,11,12; Boys ' State Alternate — 11; Varsity Club — 12; Student Patrol — 12. JOHN FISHER Football — 8; Basketball — 8-12; Golf — 8-12; Varsity Club— 11,12. JOSEPH FISHER Football — 8. SUSAN DAWN FISHER CAA— 9,10,12; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 9,10; Sr. Tri-Hi-Hi-Y— 12; Chorus — 9,10,11; National Honor Society — 11,12. KAREN JEANETTE FLEEMAN CAA — 8-12; 1st place science award — 8; Art Club — 9,10; Jr. Thespians — 10; Drill Team — 10,11; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 1 1. MARVIN FORREST FOWLER, JR. Football — 8,10; Key Club — 10; One Act Play (district and state) — 10,11; Wrestling — 11; Electricity 11. ROBERT FRANKLIN Football — 8,10. GARY A. GILMORE Basketball — 8,9; Band — 9-12; All Regional Band — 11; Key Club — 10,11,12; Wrestling — 11; 4th place in regional wres- tling tournament — 11; Varsity Club — 11,12; Acorn Staff sports editor — 12. RONALD WYANE GILMORE Basketball — 8; Football — 8-12; Varsity Baseball — 9; Varsity Club — 11,12;(president-12) Varsity Track — 10. ANN BOSANG GOODYKONTZ CAA— 8,9,10,11; Pep Club — 8,9,11,12; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8,9,10; Sweetheart Ball Court — 9,11; JV Cheerleader — 10; Girls ' State — 11; MGA — 11; National Honor Society — 11,12; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12; OAK LEAF Staff — 11,12(co-copy edi- tor — 12). GARY ALAN GORE Football — 8; Science Club — 9,10,11,12; Track — 9; Base- ball— 10; Key Club — 11,12; Varsity Club — 11,12; FCA — 11,12; National Honor Society — 11,12; Wrestling — 11. MILTON GRAHAM BRUCE E. GRAY, JR. CHARLES RICHARD HAGER Basketball — 8,9; FCA— 8,9,10,11,12; Football — 10,11,12; Hi- Y — 10,11,12; Track — 10; Wrestling — 11; Baseball — 11,12; Varsity Clut — 11,12. DON HALL Football— 8,10,12; Science Club — 9-12; Varsity Track — IQ- 12; Key Club — 11,12; FCA — 11,12; National Honor Soci- ety — 11,12. JAMES A. HALL, JR. Library Club — 10,1 1 (secretary-treasurer), 12(vice-president); National Honor Society — 12. JEFF HAMBY Soccer — 8,9; Football — 9,11; Track — 10,11; Varsity Club — 11. SHERI DIANE HARRIS CAA— 8,9; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8,9; Thespians— 10,11,12; Pep Club — 10; Acorn Stall — lO(reporter), I Kbusiness manager), 12(feature editor); Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11; One Act Play — 11. BARBARA SUE HAWKINS DE 11—11; DE 111—12. JOHN THOMAS HESS Hi-Y— 9; DE 11—11; DE 111—12. CHERYL KAY HINKLEY FHA — 9; ICT — ll(vice-president); National Honor Soci- ety-1 1,12; DE 111—12. SANDRA KAYE HINKLEY GAA — 8-10; Chorus — 9,10; Thespians — 11, (vice- president); FTA — 11; Drill Team — 11; National Honor Soci- ety — 11,12; Christmas Pageant — 11; FHA — 12; Acorn Staff — 12; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y— 12. MARJORIE LYNN HOLLYFIELD GAA — 8; Chorus — 9; 1st place science award — 9; FTA— 10,11; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y— 11. FRANCES ANN HOPKINS GAA— 8-12; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8-12(chaplian — 9); Pep Club — ID- 12; (point keeper — 11); Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 1 1 ,12(president); National Honor Society — 11,12; Interclub Council — 12. ELAINE HORNE French Club I — Y Teens — 9; French Club II — Y Teens — 10; DECA — 12. JANICE MAY HORNE Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8,9; Chorus— 10,1 1 ; JV Cheerleader— 10; Art Club— 10,11; Pep Club— 11. DENNIS JAMES HUNTER Football — 8,9,11,12; Basketball — 8,9,10; Baseball — 9-12; Class President — 12. MARY ALEXANDER INGLES GAA — 8-12; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8,9(treasurer),10; MGA — 9; Pep Club — 9; Homecoming Court — 9,10,11,12(queen); Miss Noel Court — 10; JV Cheerleader — 10; Varsity Cheerleader — 11,12(co-captain); Annual Staff — 11,12(layout editor); Sr. Tri- Hi-Y— 11,12; FTA— 12. DOUG JOLLEY Football — 8,9; Basketball — 8,9,10; FCA — 8,9,10; Track — 9,10,11,12; Varsity Club— 10,1 1 ,12; Key Club— 11; Key Club — 11; National Honor Society — 11,12. JACQUELINE DENISE JONES GAA — 8,9,10; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8,9,10; Pep Club — 9,10,11,12 (vice-president); Class Secretary — 9; Miss Noel Court — 9; Chorus — 9,10,11,12; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 1 1 ,1 2(vice-president of District Tri-Hi-Y Conference. LINDA JORDAN FREDRICK MARLON KIRBY Band — 10; Key Club — 11,12; Varsity Football — 12; FCA — 12. SUZANNE LAMBERT FHA — 10(Girl of the Month), 1 1 (first degree pin),12(otficer). CONNIE SUE LEATHERS GAA — 8,9,10; Chorus — 9; Class Treasurer — 9; Drill Team — 11; National Honor Society — 11,12. WILLIAM MICHAEL LEPCHITZ Football — 8-12; Basketball — 8; Christmas Pageant — 8; Track -9-12; FCA— 10,11,12; Varsity Club— 1 1 ,12. TOMMY LONG DAVID PHILLIPS McCONNELL Hi-Y — 9-12; Key Club — 10,11,12; Track — 10; Annual Staff — 11,12; Football Manager — 12. DANIEL R. McCOY Band — 8,9,10; Track — 9; Football — 10; Key Club — 10,11,12; FCA — 11; Varsity Club — 11,12; Student Patrol — 11. 199 SUE McDANIAL Jr. Tri-Hi-V — 8; FHA— 10. WILLIAM HARVEY McFARLAND Drama Club — 8(point keeper), 9; Christmas Play — 8; Three Act Play, DINO — 9; ;Art Club— 9,10(chaplain), ll(treasurer), 12(president); Thespian Society — 10; NHS — 11,12; Key Club — 11,12; Interclub Council — 12. BOBBY McCUIRE Football — 8-11; FCA — 8-11; Baseball — 9,10; Student Patrol — 11. DANNY McCUIRE Football — 8-12; Varsity Club— 10,11,12; Baseball — 10. JEFF MEADE JV Football— 9; DECA— 12. BONNIE MEREDITH CAA— 8-11; FHA— 9; Pep Club— 10,1 1 ,12. MICHAEL HARMAN MEREDITH Football — 8-11; Basketball — 8; Baseball — 9 10; Varsity Club— 10,11,12; FCA— 11; Student Patrol — 11. WILLIAM THOMPSON MEREDITH Class Representative — 8; Band — 8-12(Drum Major, Band Council); Football — 8; Varsity Track — 9,10; FCA — 9-11; Varsity Club — 10,11,12; Key Club — 11,12; Student Patrol — 11; Interclub Council — 11,12 Hi-Y — 11; Acorn Staff — IKsports editor), 12; SIPA — 11. NANCY CAROL MILLER CAA— 8-12; FHA— 8,9; Pep Club— 9-12; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 9,10; Chorus — 9; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12. P. WAYNE MINNICK DOLLIE JEAN MORRIS CAA— 8. ROGER MUMPOWER Hi-Y — 8,9,10,1 1 (Historian — 10,11); Track — 9; Key Club — 10,11; Chess Club — 10,11(president); Student Patrol — 12. ROBIN D. OSBORNE Editor of school newspaper- — 9; Assistant copy-editor of school yearbook — 9; Copy Editor of school yearbook — 10; Spanish Club — 9,10,11; Slide Rule Club — 9; Y-Teens — 9; German Club — 10,11; Pep Club — 10; Drama Club — 10,11; National Honor Society — 11,12. THOMAS EUGENE OWELLS Football — 8,9 10; Track — 9; National Honor Society — 12. SANDRA D. PAINTER CAA— 8,9; FHA — 8,9; DE— 11,12. DEBORAH LYNN PATTON Class Secretary — 8; Chorus — 8(president),9,10,11,12; 4-H — 8(vice-president); Class treasurer — 10; Banner Girl — 10,11; Annual Staff — 10,11,12 (editor); Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12; FTA — 12; Interclub Council — 12 (secretary); Homecoming Court — 10,11,12. TERICA B. PENNINGTON 1st place Girls ' Junior Biological Science Fair — 8; GAA— 9,10,12; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 9, lO(secretary); Drill Team — 10,11,12; Annual Staff — 1(),11,12(co-copy editor); Sweetheart Ball Court — 10; Science Club — 10; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — IKhistorian), 12(chaplain); MGA Delegate — 11; NHS — 12; FTAr— 12. JOHN WEDGWOOD PIERCE, JR. Basketball — 8-12; Band — 8,9; FCA — 9,10(camp),11,12; Base- ball— 10; Hi-Y— 10,11,12; KeyClub— 10,11, 12;Track— 11,12; Varsity Club — 11,12; SCA Reporter — 12; National Honor So- ciety — 12. PATRICIA F. PIPER Pep Club — 9,10,11; GAA — 9,10; Drill Team Co-Captain — 10,11,12. PATSY LYNN PORTER Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8; GAA — 8; Chorus— 10,1 1 ,12. ANN MILLER PRICE GAA— 8-11; Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8-10; Pep Club— 9,10,11(sec.- treas.), 12(pres.); Art Club — 10-12; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12; Interclub Council — 12; National Honor Society — 11,12. IRENE LAYNE PRICE Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8-10(vice-pres.); Art Club — 9,10(treas.), 11,12(chaplain); Pep Club — 10-12; Annual Staff — 10- 12(business editor); Chorus — 11; Girls ' State — 11; SIPA— 11. MICHAEL LEVI PRICE Football — 8,10,11,12; Basketball — 8-11; Baseball — 11. MARGARET MARIE QUESENBERRY Chorus — 1 1 . WANDA L. RECTOR DE— 11,12. JUNE LARMA GAY RHODES GAA — 8; Pep Club — 9; Red Cross — 9; Library — 10; DE — 12. LOU DON RITTER GAA — 8-12(president); Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8-10(president); Chorus — 9; Pep Club — 9-12; Language Club — 10; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11(treasurer),12; National Honor Society — 11,12(sec.-treas.); Interclub Council — 10,12. MARCUS F. ROBINSON, JR. JV Football — 10; Track — 10; Varsity Club — 11,12; Wres- tling — 11,12. ALAN D. RUPE Band — 8,9; DECA II — 11; Student Hatrol — 12. SARAH JANE RUTROUGH Jr. Tri-Hi-Y— 8-10; GAA — 8,9,10,11(vice-pres.),12; Science Fair — 8(3rd), 11 (1st); Pep Club — 9-12; Class Secretary — 10; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y— 11,12; NHS— 11,12; Art Club— 1 1 (reporter), 12(vice-pres.). THOMAS C. SANDIDGE JV Football Manager — 10; Varsity Football Manager — 11; Student Patrol — 12. SHERRY SAUNDERS Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8-10; GAA — 8; Language Club — 8-10; Thespians — 9,10; 3 Act Play — 9; Representative to State Hi-Y Assembly — 9,10; Drill Team— 10-12; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11,12; Science Club — 10,11; FTA — 12. JERRY MICHAEL SHAW DORIS JEAN SHELBURNE CAA— 8; FHA — 8,10; DECA— 1 1 ,12(sec.); National Honor Society — 12. KAREN SUE SIMPKINS SHARON ELIZABETH SIMPKINS MICHAEL ALLEN SINGLETON Football — 8-12; Varsity Baseball — 9-11; Varsity Club — 10-12; Chorus — 11,12. ALICE SLUSHER ICT— 11; DE— 12. JACK D. SMITH Football — ,9; Band — 8,9; Speech and Drama — 10; DECA II — 11,12; DECA III — 12; Vice-President of DE — 12. DANIEL W. SOWERS Football— 8,10; FCA— 8,9, 10, 11 (camp), 12; Track— 9,10; Key Club— 10, 11, 12(treas.— 11,12); Wrestling— 11. 200 We ' ll get this thing to work yet! sigh determined J.D. Smith, Mike Turpin, and Gary Gilmore. PAMELA TOWNSEND )r. Tri-Hi-Y — 8,9 (assembly representative), 10; GAA — 8,9,10,12; Art Club — 9,10,12; Thespians — 9,10; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y — 11(vice-president; Model General Assembly Dele- gate, House of Delegates), 12(council representative); FTA — 1 l(vice-president), 12(president); Interclub Council — 12. MICHAEL CLEMONS TURPIN Varsity Track — 9,10; DECA — 12(reporter). NITA MARIE VIERS GAA — 8-12; |r. Tri-Hi-Y— 8,9,10; Pep Club— 9-12; Class Rep- resentative— 9; Sr. Tri-Hi-Y— 11,12; FHA— 12. NORMA JEAN WADE GAA — 8-12; Library Club — 11. WILLIAM WADE Football — 8; JV Basketball — 10; Varsity Basketball — 11,12. CAROLYN SUE WALKER FHA — 9,10(parlimentarian), 1 1 (historian), 12(president); Chorus— 9-12; FT 12. EVELYN ELIZABETH WALLER FHA— 10. CHARLES E. WHEELER Football — 8,10; Stud ent Patrol — 11; DECA — 12. ROBERT LYNWOOD WOOLWINE DAWN LOU ANN YOUNG Drill Team co-captain — 10,11,12. ROBERT J. SOWERS Football— 8; ICTI — 1 1 ; DECA 111—12. ELIZABETH H. SPILLMAN Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 8-10; Class Secretary — 8; GAA — 8-12; Pep Club — 8-10; Class Vice-President — 10; Chorus — 10,12; Sr. Tri-Hi- Y — 11,12(historian); Cheerleader — 1 1,12(co-captain). DANIEL C. SUTPHIN R. DAVID SUTPHIN Science Club — 9; Chorus — 9; Track — 10-12; Basketball — IQ- 12; Key Club— 11,12; FCA— 11,12; Hi-Y— 12. BONNIE SUE THOMPSON FHA — 9,10(parlimentarian), ll(president), 12(vice-president and district reporter); Chorus — 9-12; FTA — 11,12; Interclub Council — 11; National Honor Society — 12. JAMES CHRISTOPHER THOMPSON ANNETTE ATKINS TINLEY LIBBY SHELLEY TODD Band — 8,9,10(regional band — 10,11), 1 Ktreasurer), (pres- ident); Jr. Tri-Hi-Y — 9,10; GAA — 9-12; Drill Team co-c aptain — 10,11,12; Thespian Club — 10,11,12; Interclub Council — 12 . RICHARD HAMPTON WALL Class President — 8,9,10; JV Basketball — 8; Football — 8; Varsity Club — 9,10; Hi-Y— 9,10; MGA Page— 10; Tennis — 9- 12; Varsity Basketball — 9,10,11,12; SCA Vice-President — 11; National Honor Society — 12(president). Jenny Decker and Bonnie Meredith take advantage of the Senior priviledge of getting their lunch first. How can Steve Epperly still smile after receiving his quiz grade??? SOME ARE SELLING, SOME ARE BUYING A Christmas parade in downtown Kadford in the mid-forties. 202 Our Very Best Wishes To The Students, Faculty, and Administration Of Radford High School. RADFORD VIRGINIA EAT OUT AT Our aim is to please. Our menu fits all ages. Chicken, sandwiches, salads, deserts, and drinks. 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A wide variety of paperback books are yours at Alleghany Newstand. 206 COATES GROCERY LYLE ' S DRUGSTORE 3rd Carter Street Fancy Meats Groceries Frozen Foods Free Delivery Phone 639-5001 Phone: 639-2212 Enjoy a coke while you wait for your prescription. Or, look over Lyle ' s wide selection of candies, magazines, stationery, and cosmetics. FELIX BEAR SUPERMARKET Show-stopping meats and vegetables. A treasure chest of brand name foods. Create meals that boom with drama. Shop at Bear Supermarket H.R. SNAPPER HARTWELL ' S New River Textiles State Farm Insurance Agency Auto - Life - Fire and Casualty 1st St., Station A Box 3178 Radford, Virginia Phone: Off. 639-3810 Res. 639-4265 Compliments of DICK PRICE FORD Burlington Greige Sales Co. Burlington Industries, Inc. Executive Offices: Greensboro, N.C. 207 1116 First Street Radford, Virginia Phone 639-1162 FRIG! DA i R I Quality Appliances Home Entertainment Products Radford at 60 First Blacksburg at Gables Walker St. Shopping Center 639-1613 951-1661 tent . inc . ' Virginias Largest Frigidaire Dealer NORMAN ' S Cabinet Woodworking Shop Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Counter Tops - Vanities - Etc. Planned - Built - Installed Compliments of Nationwide Insurance WILSON PONTIAC-BUICK, INC. 921 First Street Phone 639-2454 Radford, Va. 24141 Pontiac - Buick - Opel Benny Ridpath 1126 Norwood Street Clover Creamery Company Good nourishment for all RHS students — Meadow Cold Milk — chocolate and plain, everyday at lunch. Orange juice loaded with vitamin C and popsicles and ice cream to satisfy that sweet tooth. Meadow Cold products are truly the secret of Bobcat spirit. 208 - WILLIAMSON COAL AND OIL COMPANY Fuel Oil Kerosene Coal Also try their Service Station Cash and Budget Plan 636-2991 209 RADFORD MESSENGER Grand Piano Furniture Furniture styles that achieve a decorator impact, Wall accents — clocks, pictures, and rugs with exclusive patterns. Space saving appliances — tables, stereoes, lamps, and desks to mix and match. RHS students find ideas as fresh as today at Grand Piano. The People ' s Newspaper The Largest Circulation of any Newspaper between Roanoke and Bristol REWINDING AND REPAIRING FiZCTRfCAl t ri W B. HINES ELECTRIC CO Z5T7 CONTRACTORS ESTABLISHED 1931 GIBSON TV Service and Sales Westinghouse Appliances Blue Ridge Paint Compliments of SERVICE CABS 639-2291 639-1772 — the most exciting personalized class rings available are being ordered here daily! Come in and see the many options and features of the new John Roberts class ring. Order today and be wearing your ring in only a month. Do it now-while it ' s happening. Worlds Finest School Kings JEWEL BOX 639-3994 210 Crigler ' s Stevens Supply Corporation These shoes are made for walking Just like the song says. Shop Crigler ' s for modern styles and comfort fit. Wholesale Plumbing, Heating and Industrial Supplies Phone:639-3955 Radford, Va. ROSE ' S RHS students shop Rose ' s for value and variety, school supplies, record albums, fashion sportswear, and gifts. These are only a few of the items Rose ' s has to offer. Always shop Rose ' s and save. HORTON AGENCY An answer to all the puzzling questions about insurance. A symbol of protection, The Horton Agency 639-3071 CENTRAL AND D E BARBERSHOP It pays to look well. CENTRAL MARKET Fresh Vegetables Quality meats and groceries Second Fairfax Sts. 639-5011 211 NORTHSIDE FLOWER SHOP Love, beauty, and romance are all captured in the dainty petals of a flower — a Homecoming mum which holds memories of a victory — roses for the Christmas Dance — an orchid for Prom — and a carnation for him. Happiness is getting a flower from Northside. SCOTT ' S Cosmetics that have a new look in color, school supplies that are the secret of good grades, toys that bring smiles. Scott ' s stores. Norwood St. Radford, Va. Wall ' s Jewelers Elegant china to display good taste — Silver to add a gleam to any table — Cameras to capture memories forever Jewelry to add that unique touch of individuality — Crystal to add a spark of glamour — RHS students patronize Wall ' s Jewelers for sweepingly modern ideas. DANIEL ' S VARIETY STORE “Variety is the Word.” Fashions that go casual, material to sew and go, stuffed animals that beg to be cuddled. Shop at Daniel ' s Variety Store. “Your Happy Shopping Store Radford, Virginia HOB-NOB RESTAURANT Executive Motel Route 11, West Radford, Virginia 212 Welcome to our Exercising Studio and Wig Boutique For the best in exercise and all exercising equipment, See Jackie Webb at Wig Trim Way Studio 516 Norwood Street Radford - Phone 639-5870 While you are here visit our Wig Boutique — All kinds of wigs — Synthetic and Human Hair — $14.95 and up! Style them yourself or let Wig Stylist Jackie Webb style one just for you. Come in or call now 639-5870 Hours 10:00 to 9:00 Tues.-Fri. 10:00 to 1 :00 Saturday OF RADFORD HOME OF THE ORIGINAL FAMOUS buddy Boy DOUBLE-DECK HAMBURGER ft ofth Ctmfins L otpi a ity VisA . . . Colonel Harlan Sanders’ FAMOUS RECIPE K«ntu rky Fried ictan SERVED EXCLUSIVELY AT Compliments of VIP Discount 1119 Norwood-Radford 11 East Main Street-Christiansburg HUGH ' S OPTICAL DISPENSARY Have you ever noticed that the people who hold their heads the highest are the ones who visit Hugh ' s Optical Dispensary? They realize that Hugh ' s has many choices of frames in the new colors. Let Hugh ' s open your eyes to better vision. 213 LYNCHBURG FOUNDRY COMPANY Division of Woodward Company A division of the Mead Corporation 214 The First and Merchants National Bank Four Convenient locations to serve you. 639-1625 Downtown Radford Free Estimates THE CARPET SHOP of Radford, Inc. Route 2 Radford, Virginia Off. Phone 639-0476 Downtown Radford POLLY ' S BEAUTY SHOP 3 Locations Skilled hands create beauty MODERN DRESS SHOP 215 BRADSHAW LAUNDRY AND CLEANERS Bradshaw ' s give clothes the needed “lift to keep up with a busy you. Take all your clothes to Bradshaw ' s for expert laundry and dry cleaning. Dial NE 9-3232 M. K. RADIO TV SERVICE Reliable and Experienced All Makes Service Installations W.W. Moses 1025 Grove Ave. Prop. Radford, Va. man b C.C. Luffman, Owner Phone 639-6391 Minton, Wedgewood and Coalport Bone China Kirk, Wallace and International Sterling Flatware Seaver -DANDERS ' unezaf ' 1 rfom.e, Aic. Pless Wayside 120 First Street Radford, Virginia 24 hour TOWINO SERVICE DICK ' S TRADE FAIR Complete Auto Service Expert Body Work 401 Norwood Street Radford, Va. Day 639-3621 - Night 639-5521 Furniture with a Flair! Warm Colonial styles American Styles with a Touch of Today Italian, French, and Spanish Provincial for elegance Clock, Rugs, Tables, and Lamps for emphasis. R.H.S. students relax in King and Queen size comfort When their parents buy from Pless Wayside 216 INLAND MOTOR CORPORATION OF VIRGINIA 217 ■ hit Wallace ' s Mini skirts and warm sweaters, Juliet blouses and stylish vests, Semi- formals and fashionable shoes, Wallace ' s is “where smart women shop. DeVilbiss Funeral Home 1200 Grove Avenue Radford, Virginia Norwood Street Phone: 639-3381 Harvey Chevrolet Corporation Three brand name vehicles: Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Cadillacs for the executive group. Large used car lot, emergency service day and night, friendly and competent salesmen. A large display of cars to please the young. EVELYN ' S BEAUTY SHOP Taylor Office Supply Stationery for writing letters to a secret pal — Diaries to capture the life of past and future years — Humorous sweatshirts to lighten the pace of busy school days — Notebooks large enough for Government notes or — Small enough to carry in your pocket — Dictionaries in French-Spanish — Latin — “The Secret of Good Grades. Go to Evelyn ' s Beauty Shop for all your hair-do needs. Located on Norwood Street call 639-2741 CIESEN-CALDWELL AGENCY Realtors 639-1322 Radford Furniture Company Clyde Pearson Schoonbeck Tom Linson James Lee Aldon MaGee Norwood St. Furniture by Carpets by Henkel-Harris Henredon Hickory Barwick Monarch Roxbury Call 639-2439 Radford, Virginia NEW RIVER VALLEY INS. AGENCY “All types of Insurance 104 Wadsworth St. 639-1621 APPALACHIAN TIRE PRODUCTS Do you ever have second thoughts about the tires on your car? Well, no need to if you have the right kind. For the best tires anywhere get Appalachian. 219 Central Lumber A.S. AUSTIN SON Your building headquarters. One stop will do it at Central Lumber. They have everything from foundation to chimney top. Building Materials — Hardware — complete line of tools. 1125 First St. Radford WILLIAMS FLOWER SHOP 622 Seventh Robertson Street and New River Shopping Center Radford, Virginia RADFORD MESSENGER The Peoples Newspaper The Largest Circulation of any Newspaper Between Roanoke and Bristol. Are you planning to move? Contact A.S. Austin Son for dependable service. MAIN ESSO SERVICE CENTER M.B. Fox, owner 1034 Norwood St. Radford, Virginia COLONIAL GULF STATION Radford, Virginia Top Value Stamps State Inspection Station Our many thanks go out to Mr. Garrison — Hunter representative Mrs. Dye — Annual Sponsor Mr. Ayoub — Photographer Mrs. Shumate — Financial Manager 220 Good Grooming Headquarters Cook ' s Clean Center, Inc. Official Photographers For Your Year Book The Nation ' s Studio School Portrait Division 1101 Carter Street Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402 221 ADVERTISEMENT INDEX Alleghany Newstand 206 Appalachian Tire Company 219 A.S. Austin and Sons 220 Bear Supermarket 207 Bishop ' s Upholstery and Repair 206 Bondurant Insurance Agency 203 Bradshaw Laundry and Cleaners 216 Bryan Huddle Jewelers 206 Carpet Shop 215 Caudell ' s Coiffeurs 204 Central and D E Barber Shop 211 Central Lumber Company 220 Clover Creamery Company 208 Coates Grocery 207 Colonial Gulf Station 220 Commonwealth Press Incorporated 204 Cook ' s Clean Center 221 Cooper ' s Service Station 204 Copenhaver ' s Incorporated 215 Crigler ' s Shoe Store 211 Daniel ' s Variety Store 212 DeVilbiss Funeral Home 218 Dick Price Ford 207 Dick ' s Trade Fair 216 Evelyn Beauty Shop 219 Felix Department Store 207 First and Merchants National Band 215 Gibson ' s TV Sales and Service 210 Giesen-Caldwell Agency 219 Grand Piano Furniture Store 210 Hamblin ' s Texaco Station 205 Harvey Chevrolet Corporation 218 Hob Nob Restaurant 212 Holdren ' s Inc. 208 Horton Agency 211 Hugh ' s Optical Dispensary 213 Inland Motors 217 Jack and Jill 205 Jackson ' s 204 Jefferson Street Market 204 Jewel Box 210 Kenny ' s Drive-In 203 Lee Hi Gulf 206 Leggett Department Store 212 Lendy ' s 213 Lloyd ' s 203 Luffman ' s Jewelry Store 216 Lyle ' s Drug store 207 Lynchburg Foundry 214 M K Radio and TV Service 216 Main Esso Service Station 220 Mick ' s Glass and Radiator Shop 206 Modern Dress Shop 215 Nationwide Insurance Agency 208 New River Textiles 207 New River Valley Insurance Agency 219 Norman ' s Cabinet and Woodworking Shop 208 Northside Flower Shop 212 Olan Mills 221 Pless Wayside 216 Polly ' s Beauty Shop 215 Power ' s Fence Company, Inc. 205 Radford Furniture Store 219 Radford Messenger 210 Radford Vance 204 Roseberry and Jordon 206 Rose ' s 21 1 Scott ' s 212 222 Seaver-Sanders Funeral Home 216 Wallace ' s Smartwear 218 Service Cabs 210 Wall ' s Jewelers 212 Southwestern Gas Company 206 W.B. Hines Electric Co. 210 State Farm Insurance Agency 207 Whitehead ' s Pharmacy, Inc. 204 Stevens Supply Corporation 211 William ' s Flower Shop 220 Taylor Office Supply 219 Williamson Coal and Oil 209 Thomas and Ingram 205 Wilson Pontiac-Buick, Inc. 208 Trim Way Studio 213 VIP 213 WRAD 206 PATRONS Dr. W. F. Amonette Dr. Theron H. Haas Dr. Delano W. Bolter Dr. Glenn Hall Dr. Edward E. Cale Dr. R.M. Hilton Dr. C.R. Crews Max Jenkins Dr. E.V. Crockett Dr. William D. Keck John N. Dalton Dr. James P. King Richard W. Davis Dr. Jan A. Levy Dr. Russell L. Davis Leo Lorek-Pharmacist Dr. Howard Y. Dean Dr. Keith S. Muntz Dr. Ronald K. Elswick Dr. W.W. Prillaman Dr. Davis G. Garrett Dr. M.E. Scott Dr. J. William Giesen Dr. L.R. Semones John Goldsmith Dr. David S. Sprague Dr. Charles M. Graham James C. Turk Dr. Robert F. Graham Dr. Don L. Weston 223 REFLECTIONS A year is more than a span of days, months. Interpreted by the individual, it assumes a charac- ter, a personality of its own. World events become personal landmarks and daily trivia gives way to serious reflection. Change and confusion dominated the atmosphere this year at IRHSas preparations for the new high school continued. Students found themselves confronted with ev- erything from locked doors to a teachers ' lounge mysteriously popping up in the cafeteria. Every- one struggled with overcrowded lockers until Mr. Swindell ' s ingenious invention of bockers. Feminine screams and boyish laughter echoed through the building when a host of termites invaded the math and English classes. Bewildered expressions reflected the confusion of the boys as the girls appeared in gaucho pants, jumpsuits, midi skirts with bolero vests, quilted maxis, and an assortment of pants ranging from blue denim bell-bottoms to stylish pants suits. The sound of klackers resounded through the crowded corridors during the five-minute rush to get to class. Club picture day came and went leaving frenzied Oak Leaf members, frustrated teachers, impatient students, and an embarrassed Beth Spillman who fell off the goal post in front of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Fifty sets of senior pictures somehow got lost in the mail; the Pep Band was badly missed at several pep rallies; and drugs no longer were an exclusive problem of the far-distant cities. When several boutiques came to town, the Looking Glass came to mean more than the mirror on your wall and Believe It or Not was not Ripley ' s fantastic newspaper strip. The big freeze and a flu epidemic closed school for three days much to the thanks of annual members who worked sixty hours that week to meet a deadline. A freakish winter produced tem- peratures from 6 below to 70 above. Amidst cries of Right On, the senior class tried unsuccessfully to get exempt from mid-term exams. But the thoughts of students were not confined to the walls of RHS. Radford College ' s Muse Hall was dedicated in the fall; the Montgomery Edition was added to the Roanoke Times; and Radford increased her awareness and responsibility with a series of drug programs and a pollution forum. After a violent struggle in the General Assembly, Radford was redistricted out of the Sixth and into the Ninth, as rumors of a court appointment for Poff became widespread. Virginia opened the door to pari-mutel betting despite protests and accusations of corruption, although everyone agreed the revised Constitu- tion was a vast improvement. Despite Garland ' s four-syllable words and Rawlings ' liberai views, Independent Harry Byrd killed the Byrd machine and became one of the few independents in his- tory to be victorious at the polls. While Governor Holton helped lead the way in the controversial school busing and proclaimed that Virginia is for Lovers, he and Senator Hopkins wrestled over the existence of a surplus in Virginia ' s budget. On the national scene, construction unions asked for an 18% wage increase as space engineers haunted the unemployment offices. In December, millions of Americans participated in the Letters to Hanoi Campaign. Eighteen-year olds got the vote; wily Wilbur Mills outmaneuvered President Nixon on revenue sharing; and the My Lai trials brought a wave of mixed public reaction. An explosion in Appollo 13 resulted in an ago- nizing wait for the United States, and an earthquake in California took sixty-three lives. Golf became a universal sport with the landing of Apollo 14 on the moon. Two football teams died in plane crashes; the Middle East situation worsened and then eased with the continuation of the peace talks at the U.N.; and the entire world felt the effects of the deaths of General DeGaulle and President Nasser. Chile became the first country to freely elect a Communist, as hijacking became an international show-down in the sky. President Nixon turned his attention to the economy while Agnew continued to denounce hippi-radicals. Congress held the first lameduck session in twenty years, and a host of young Congressmen attacked the seniority system. Every- one wanted to know if you wanted good grammar or good taste, and T.V. audiences said good- bye to the Marlboro men and all the girls who had come such a long way. Beer and longer hair were permitted in army barracks; an accidental emergency broadcast stunned the nation; and President Nixon said he hoped he didn ' t make as many mistakes as there were in the Super Bowl. And Love Story won the love and criticism, the scorn and tears of people everywhere. Thus, the year has ended. But its spirit of youth has not died. It lives on to be recreated with the new year. 224