Russell High School - Pointer Yearbook (East Point, GA)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1979 volume:

ALMA MAVER Ever memr' we shall cherish, Bravely, Bravely stands old Russell Holdythem saycred t00' Wavmg GOId and Wh'te' Let us sing our praises gladly, Emblems of True Sons and Daughters, O'er and Oler anew' Loyalty and Right! ' Chorus Russell, Russell, Dear old Russell, We shall ever be Proud to claim our Alma Mater, Russell, Hail to Thee! Foreward An annual is a book of memories. Its purpose is to keep faces from fading, events from expiring, and joys from being forgotten. An annual shows a whole year in just a few pages. There is so much that happens in a single year that is worth saving. Many experiences occur that may mean the world to you now as well as in the future. An annua! saves every tear and every smile; these are moments that should not be forgotten but rathered cherished and remembered. You will be able to return to the fond memories of yesterday. All of the ideas and experiences that weretshared during this year formed the content of this book; you, the students of Russell High School, made it, We only gathered, formed, and presented them to you! AT SINGLE POINT... William A. Russell High School is that point at which new, old, and different converge. The school offers the finest in traditional academic studies. Russell gives each student the opportunity to excel as far and as fast as he wishes in any held of study The school, with all of its tradition and history, is still providing the educational needs of today. Russell High School, the mother school of Fulton County, is leading the way in new and more creative methods of teaching because Russell's faculty realizes that if it must respond to a new and creative student. Although it is evident that Russell High School students have strived for and reached the many goals that made the year of 1978-79 what it was, one is not too often reminded of the remarkable history of Russell itself. The beginnings of Russell High School are very signihcant as they started the many traditions, standards, and even buildings that reflect upon the happenings of the past school year. Russell was named after Confederate Army Captain William A. Russell, a wealthy proprietor of business in early East Point. As a result of the city's decision to build a new high school, construction on Russell was began in 1923. The first regular session was held in 1924 with a student body of three hundred, a faculty of ten, and a graduating class of seven. As the community around the area grew, Russell became the umother school for College Park High, Hapeville High, Southwest High, Headland High, Lakeshore High and Brairwood High. The school as well as the school system, has also expanded over the years. The school originally consisted of the front halll not including the library wing. The library at that time occupied what is now the teacher's lounge in the old building. The 1928 addition to the school included the auditorium, the side hall with the science labs, and the cafeteria. The old gym now used for storage was built about 1934 at a cost of $2,300. The library wing was added to the front hall about 1952. In 1955, the new gym and physical education classrooms were built. The music education building was completed in 1962. Construction on the new building was started in the early 70's and will be hnlshed in the near future. DIFFERENT There are many events and happenings that people have during their high school years that can never be replaced and should always be cherished. There are many experiences which have helped students to learn more about themselves from the others around them. Many have cried and laughed; had good times as well as bad. All of these experiences have been shared with people who were at one time complete strangers, but who have come to be the dearest of friends in only a few short years. Because of these many experiences, students have been molded and formed to become the people they presently are; they have grown from young and immature children to young adults preparing to face the world with an open mind. g H hmmmw m f. S E C N. E a E D- x E All classes and organizations worked together to prepare for our Homecoming. The Student Council planned many activities to raise the spirit for the ttBig Day. The Senior Class made a clean sweep of the Spirit Week Activities. These Activities were: Monday: Gold and White Day Tuesday: Mix and Match Day Wednesday: Beat the Buc's Day Thursday: Annual Sponsored 50's Day Friday: Spirit Hall, Class Floats Pep rally Spirit Stick Congratulations to the Senior Class. All. CLASSES WORKING TOWARD THE BIG DAY gnaw $015M ii fwdw Freshman Sophomore Junior Patricia Owens Ramona Moody Shirlene Cameron Senior Senior Gaye Culpepper Jacquelyn Powell Senior 1977-78 Homecoming Queen Senior Roquemore Olga Watts LaMonica Thrash Festivities! wangwwwy Seniors-Mutiny On the BHS! As an annual tradition the student council tries to sponsor the most festive and spirited Homecoming possible. All of this is a challenge in itself; but it is even more difhcult when nature and superstition are the competition! What could be worse than a rain storm on Friday the 13th? Despite what others may say, such forces never dampened the spirit of RHS's students, aiumni, faculty and friends. The parade was happy despite the many tears over the failure of the Junior class' Hoat to enter the parade. As the many rain clouds began to appear above the stadium on Homecoming night, people still had faith in the idea that everything would turn out to the best. It did rain indeed but that only made observers appreciate the spirit, efforts, and unity that went together to make the 1978-79 Homecoming the best ever. $College Park Westwood Palmetto Stockbridge Campbell Headland Briarwood Lovett Crestwood :zNorth Springs Wildcat History 78-79 On a hot July day, Head Coach Wayne Robinson set out with a relatively small and inexperienced group of athletes, seven returning iettermen, and formed them into our 1978-79 Wildcat Football Team. Aiding Coach Robinson in forming our team were Coach Rick Smith, line cordinator, Coach Lonnie Maddox-Ends and backs coordinator, and Coaches Ernie Creel and Kerry Hansard. The Cats quickly showed that they were ready to play football, when, in the season opener, they defeated College Park 20-6. They then defeated Westwood and Palmetto in succession before losing their first game to an oversized Stockbridge team 17-16. Most of the teams our Cats played were surprised by their speed and agility, and by concentrating on these strengths, the Cats were able to finish with a 5-5 season. Dori't tear the 'shirt-pljeASe , , Y Lnk n Le K Lt u m e I Fak What's 5 plus 2? S r e d a 6 Ir: e e h C a .0 LL 0 0 El y Hui. Vars Varsity Basketball Cheerleaders This Years cheerleading squad added much color and support to the fall and winter athletics. The atheletes as well as the fans appreciate their support as well as the help of Miss Bryant. Natalie Guild, Cpt. B-team Cheerleaders Boys Varsity Basketball Tony Washington, Greg Grahm, Co-captions Micheal Girls Varsity Basketball bl B-Team Basketball Girls Volleyball L-R Back, Shirley Cameron, Robin Ridgeway, Susan Underwood, Renae Simon, Denise Platt, Kathy Folds, Front-JoAnn Lewis, Diane Clark, Vicky Balsam, Jeanette Balsam, Melanie Maddox, Jackie Maddox, Ms. Lindsey, Kneeling Charlotte Davenport, Stephanie Maddox. Russell High School 1978 Girl's Volleyball Team Westwood Palmetto Feldwood Headland Collins Hapeville Campville Palmetto Briarwood Regular Season Record: 9-0 Tied for 3rd in county Co CaptainsaCharlotte Davenfort Stephanie Maddox awards- most improved-Chris Maggi best defensive- Kathy Folds best offensive-Stephanie Maddox most valuable playerA Jeanette Balsamaf :liJeanette also earned a place on the all-tournament team at the county championship. Varsity Wrestling B-Team Wrestling Varsity Girls and Boys Track Returning Varsity Baseball Players mizm cs v a Y Classes Treva Akins Vickie Balsam Leroy Benjamin Joyce Brooks Karen Burley Karen Alexander Billy Alston m Elizabeth Banister Neeka Banks Robert Biddy Anthony Bivins Milton Brown Beth Brumtield 92: Debora Richard Cahoun Cameron Donna Anderson Lavinia Barnes Mitchell Black Bobby Burdette Margart Cameron Kipp Arnold Stoney Barnett Scott Bly Tori Cameron Joe Arnold Jamie Bates Kim Bolton W April Cardin Eric Austin Teresa Baxter Genora Brinkley Linda Chambers Timothy Cleveland Tony Davenport Ray Drake Lee Forrester Wayne Golden m BeHnda Chaney BeveHy Cooper Frances Davis Yvonne Dunn Steve Goss Tracey Cheek Mitchell Cooper Randy Davis Pamela Edge Ronda Gabriel Gossett Carol Cherry Sandra Coppett Tina Diehl James Elliott Tim Gamblin Kellie Granger Mike Choosewood Jeff Cortright Gary Dockery Terry English Diatana Gibson Willie Graves FES Gregory Donna Clark Clemons Alfred Eddle Cotton Davenport Mike Dowdy Brinda Evans Cedric Ferrell Vivian Suzanne Gibson Goen Robbie Gray Willie Gray men Adam Guild Pamela Herring Hiram Hubbard Bryan Jones Isom King Lonnie Louis Tim Hall Jeffery Hicks Lisa Hubbard 'ML Durrell Jones John King Donna Lowe John McMullan Monica Hamm Everage Hill Ronald Hudson Harriett Jones Keith King Kenny Lowe Mary Mikolaitis Fannie Harris Debra Hines William Hudson Jimmy Jones Debra Knight Eddie Lucas William Milam George Hernandex Deborah Holt Jo Ann Hughes Louvenia Jones Ed Kruse Carl Lytle Cindy Miller Yvette Herndon Dennis Hornsby Ernie Jaccobs James Kee Tony Kuykendall Robert Mallory Eddie Milner Telon Herrin Jeffery H oward Marilyn James Barry King Teresa Long Gloria Marcantel Billy Mitchell f, Lee Mitchell Deborah Simpson k, Danny Philpot Donna Reece Veronica Roberts Darryl Shannon 3; Brenda Slay Rochelle Moody Roshlmla Nickles Terry Philpot Vivian Reeves Scott Rogers Donna Smith Randall Moore Tim Orr .' 3. Bryant Pierce Anthony Reid Maxine Rose Johnny Shoemake Tim Smith Tammie Morgan Patricia Owens Angela Pittman Juaquita Rice Terry Rose Cynthia Simpson Clay Smoot James Morris Donna Page Leon Porter ,W 45!, Terry Richardson Gerry Rushton Deborah Simpson Connie Spear Viginia Myers William Parrish Yolanda Powell Oscar Riddle Richard Rutland Tracie Sims Darryl Spear Dena Nall Janice Patton William Ramey k Lynda Rigby Elizabeth Sanders a? John Singleton Roger Stacks Johh Starr Nathanim Taylor Nunnally Tigner Underwood Kenneth Williams Jefic White Sandra Tenny Linda Tinch Tracy Underwood Tonnetta Wisdom Joe Worthington x Timothy Walker Allen Stearns Charles Terry Stanley Tolbert Carl Valles Cynthia Woodard Larry Williams ' Anthony Zachery Jeffy Stone Douglas Terry Vickie Tolbert Derrick Wims Angee Wilson Lisa Weaver Denny Zink Sharron Strickland Harold Thomas Claudia Tomes Cheryl West Reginald Wilder Nathaniel Williams Cindy Swaney Jerome Thomas Donald Traylor Derrick Walker Cleveland Wilcox Thurman Williams John Taylor Sandra Thornburg Richard Ullrich Cindy Wheeler Linda Westmoreland Alyson Widener x Hak Bak Antonio Arnold Francis Ball Lynn Brock Elaine Cameron Cathy Carter Victor Arnold Jeanette Balsam Jacki Battles Essie Broomhead Ed Caballero Kemp Cameron Shirley Cameron w xx, ; Richard Chandler Karen Chaney Sophomores Rebecca Auston Angela Bishop Lonnie Calhoun Melvin Carswell Ralph Cherry Vicki Baily Brian Bly Skip Call Robert Clark Virgil Cook Myra Copeland h Angela Cruse Sharon Dailey Tina Dailey Joe Davis Donny Devane Todd Dockstader Darla Dupree Christy Dye Mike Eakin Tony Ellington JoAnn Floyd J Lillian Fortson Deanna Free Cathy HaH Natalie High Lee Jones Jeff Knight Vince Fulgham Keith Hallman Vernell Hill Mark Jackson Tina Jones Pat Knight Wayne Gamblin Lisa Harris Ken Holewinski Gina Jenkins Zerrell Jones Tammy Knight Sherry Graves Marian Head Denise Hood Alan Johnson Chancey Jordan Vince Lamb AnnaLee Guy Zina Hearn J Ginny H ubbard Brad Johnson Chucky King Bill Lee John Guy k Patricia Hickson Denise Hudson Gregory Jones Robin Kirkland Albert Lewis $5 Q s; , Beatrice Lewis Susan McCallister Karen Murphy Roy Pledger Shelia Riddle Ben Rutledge JoAnn Lewis Romona Moody Julie Nabors .i L. ,3 x Danny Poole Randy Ridley e Robbie Shelton Micheal Long Danny Moon Michael Nemard Ricky Portwood Valerie Rippy Toreion Simon Shawnee O'Dell Margie Posey Tammy Roquemore Barbara Simpson James Marrett Kathy Pendley Jimmy Reece Teresa Singleton Dan Massey Susan M urdock Robert Peteet Ricky Rhodes Dwight Rutland 4., r91? Stacey Smith Travis Smith Grace Spear Sylvia Spear Michelle Spillane Terri Stacks Barry Stickland way; ' nan Janie Teague Annette Terry Melvin Thompson Tara Thompson Von Toole Connie Traylor gV Angela Underwood Rosalind Vanzant Christy Vernon Shelia Trice Charles Turner Marvin Waller Reginald Wellmaker Brian Wilkerson Allen Williams Angie WiIloughby Paul Wisdom George Young Betty Adams Stevie Cameron Penny Allison Alfonso Barnes Maureen Bly Jessie Broomhead Cindy Cannon Kelly Alston Carolyn Barrentine Johnny Botts Cassandra Brown Micheal Cameron RocheHe Chosewood Cathy Anderson Ravanna Bell Joyce Boyer Eli Brown Ricky Cameron Dianna Clark Kelvin Arnold Mark Blackwell David Briney Eric Brown Shirlene Cameron Carolyn Conner Mike Bannister Sabrina Briney Lisa Burnett A Jerry Daniels Lisa Dukes Lisa Davis Terry Dyer Michael Davis Robbie Eubanks ; kw! Nancy Davis Gary Dobbs Lisa Evans Glynis Fambro Brenda Gamble Tracy Gaston Charles Guy :Lt Kathy Folds Angie Gaston Stella Gray Natalie Guild Terita Hall Tony Hamm Larry Helms Leland Jacobs Lee King Stephanie Maddox M Lonnie McGourk Beth Hammond Valerie High David Jones Brian Lingerfelt Melody Maxwell Mark McKissick Tony H amn Henry Huffman Donna Jones Howard Long Ron McCallister Rhoda Merriweather Jimmy Hardwick Susan Huffman Robert Jones Quovadis Louis Debbie McCrary Bill Miller Kellie Harklersak Blake Hulsey Tania Jones Angelia Lucear Wanda McDonald Cindy Midolaitis Jeff Hays Christy Irwin Carolyn Kennedy Melanie Maddox 45 Donna McGourk Cecilia Mitchell Kenny Moody Frank Olinger Becky Pendley 6 Scott Ratteerree Lisa Scott .5. Fentress Smith Dion Moore Jeff Owens Bobby Phillips Mark Reyes Jan Scoggin Wm. i; Frankie Stearns Lena Montour Denise Platt Kelvin Rice Manuel Sarvia Carol Stephens Deborah Myer at A. Wayne Owens m L... Denise Pledger Beth Rigby Anthony Sexton James Sweatman Keith Newton Osmund Patterson Susan Ross Linda Shaddix Dina Taylor Crechelle Nickles Lisa Payne Billie Price Sybill Ross Farletta Taylor Carol Teal Tommy Thomason Tracy Walker Darlene Wheat Kim Wilson Lynn Zacherl Ray Thornburg Mike Tomlin Adrian Wellmaker Mary Wilson Antonio Thompson l?! ; Gary Underwood Jerrell Welmaker Ernest Wilder Andrew Woodard Dean Thompson Donna Walker Elaine Westmoreland Joe Worsham Alfred Biacquiere Judy Evans Victor Beasley Jefic Barron Phyllis Barton Valerie O'Neal Marcy Graham Deborah Hall Lisa Adams Jacque Maddox Jana Newland Sandra Elliott Chris Maggi Brenda PhiHips Belinda Scruggs LaWanda Davis Laureeta Garrett Kenny Underwood Patricia Milam Gaye Culpepper Mike Head Nancy English Wanda Hornsby Terry Crews Lori Giddens 3 Long VVay Baby! Michael Thornhill David Starr Doreta Smith Chris Plunkett Delores Hope Mildred Wilson Alexondria Carswell Karen Williams Heidi Little Mike Moravetz Peggy Sweatman Ernie Underwood Tonda Gabriel Vicki Harris Carla Young Sandy Carroll John Silva Katie Howard Melanie Cheek Lamonica Thrash Seniors Let us shine Phyllis Annette Barton She has just enough sense and nonsense to make her a charming girl. Lisa Michell Adams Rebecca Ann Brooks 1 can believe anything, provided it is A kind and gentle heart she has. incredible. Michael Keith Bannister A little learning is a dangerous thing ... be safe. Donald Alan Allison Derrick Bernard Banks uWhy be sad when you can be happy He that mischief hatchethl mischief catcheth. Terrie Renee Buriey uShe is one in whom is built absolute trust. Jessie Denice Broomhead Elizabeth Cameron iiNever in a hurry and always late. HEveryone has a hobby; hers is sports. Victor Lee Beasley uAs good as gold. Jeffery Lee Barron Kenneth Benton uHe hath achieved success who has lived uImagination is more important than weii, laughed often and loved much. knowledge Alexandria Carswell As many tine points as a pack of pins. Sandra Gail Carroll Vicki Carol Carter uLaughter and love are hidden in her uA good disposition is more valuable than eyes. gold.' David Briney uCheer up, the worst is yet to come. Alfred Blacquiere uOn my honor I will try to do my best. Terry Brown HA good name is rather to be chosen than great riches. Gaye Annette Culpepper uWhen my studies get too deep, then I lay me down to sleep. Melanie June Cheek LgWanda Jo Davis U uShe is like a fiower, so pure, and sweet, uchkiy, thoroughly, she does her work. and fair. Edward Alonzo Cook uI know what I am-but know not what I may beW WiIIiam Terry Crews, III uRare compound of quality, noble and true, with plenty of sense and humor, too. Virgil Leon Chosewood HI talk, I laugh, and when it's necessary, I study. Sandra Denise Elliot uWhen live got something to say, I say it. Virginia Sue Dutton Nancy Kelley English Kindness is the sunshine in which virtue Leave the silence to the saints, I am but grows. human. James Dortch HDon't oversleep if you want your dreams to come true. Dennis Jerreli Dennard Benjamin Daniel Gamblin uIf I will, I will and you can depend on it. Give me life; what more is there? Cynthia Diane Fioyd uThe mildest manners and the gentlest heart.' Judith Lynn Evans Tonda Ann Gabriel uAlways happy, never sad, sometimes uTis a wonderful thing to have a happy naughty, never badW heartl' Anthony Hamm While we live let us enjoy life. Gary Lee Hardwick Gregory Graham nAlways a fine fellow, a good sport. uAnd when men look for leaders among men, he shall be there. Lori Giddens uSmall in quantity, large in qualityi' Laureeta Sue Garrett Marcy Lee Graham It matters not how long we live but how. HTo know her is to like her. Timothy Alan Jacks HQuiet but not idle. James Michael Head Stoney Jackson Wm not lazy, I just conserve my energy. uNever felt better, Deborah Hall uFriendship is love with wings.H Robin Leann Grimm Doris Renee Hardy uTis good nature that wins the heart. Kindness is produced by kindness. Johnny Jones uSound of mind and body. Frank Jones Mark Justice uEveryone is happier because he passed uNeither blame yourself nor praise their way. yourself. Vickie Joann Ham's HDates are my favorite fruits. Marsha Renee Harmon The only way to have a friend is to be one. Harriet Laverne High uNever trouble trouble till trouble troubles you. James John Kresyman It takes all kinds to make a world. Michael Anthony King Victor Louis uThere is more to life than increasing its Propriety of manners and considerations speed. of others are the two main characteristics of a gentlemen. Delores White Hope uHer hair was black as night and her eyes were starry bright. Wanda Hornsby uA joy that is shared is a joy made double Janet Christine Holcomb uThree can keep a secret if two of them are deadll Karl Maddox hEasy to like and hard to hate. Donald McCallister Let me be whatI am and speak what I thinkll Mark Hollis Lowery uIf I sit and listen, I will learn Dorothy Ann Jones uNo pleasure under the sun equals that of work well done, Katie Howard Many hearts rejoice over what she does or says. Joannie Ann Jones llA pleasant nature is Heaven's gift. Robin Mike Moravetz uI will not follow where the pathe may lead, but I will go where there is no path. John Clark Miller Great warriors, like great earthquakes, are principally remembered for the mischief they have done. Anthony Randall Mosher uThe smile he softly uses fills the silence like a speech. Deborah McCrary uSweetness and patience crown the gently one. Denise Darlene McDonald Heidi Lynn Little nAs merry as the day is long. uNot what you dream, but what you do. Jack Arthur Nabors uIt is better to love one little giri lots, than lots of little girls IittleW Derrick Murray Ted Trammel Owens uGood qualities need no advertising. Sincere, dependable and kind are the thoughts he keeps in mind. Patricia Lynn Milam uBeauty pleases the eyel but sweetness charms the soul. Jacquelyn Denise Maddox Susan Miller uShe is wealthy in her friendsW . . .of disposition sweet and manner mild. Darrell Carnell Pierce uHe leaves a trail of kindness and no scars of discontent. Kenneth Peek William Stephen Pittard nAll's right with the worldf' nHe deserves paradise who makes his companions laugh. Donna Brigette Milner IIShe is fair and never proud, had a tongue at will, and yet was never loud. Johnny Clinton Pittman uEverything comes to him who waits-so why hurry, Rose Morgan HEveryone remembers that she spoke to them today. Randy Lee Portwood uBoys will be boys. Jana Elyse Mulling nI say what I mean and I mean what I sayN Lagary Rhodes Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. Crechelle Nickles uAge cannot wither her, nor custom stale her infinite variety. Jana Newland Valerie O'Neal uLove is allure by gentle eyes. nShe is little, she is shy, but there is mischief in her eye. F. .3 y g. v v 4a q ' : Xx g Anthony Wayne Shelton .p y . ,4 Some think him bashfulamost doubt it. Terry Stephen Robertson HLife is really simple, but girls insist on making it complicated John SHva uHe knows all the ways of love. Debra Jane Patton uWhy make one happy, when you can make them all happy. Davida Fran Pass Brenda Jo Phillips uThere's love in her eyes and frank uYou have earned one more tomorrow by friendship in her hand. the work you did today. Dexter Lamar Stokes uLife is too short to worry. Timothy Harold Smith Mike Steven Taylor uDetermination is the key to success. uCute and tall and liked by all. Jacquelyn Elaine Powell HRefreshing in appearance and responsive in manner. Christine Diane Plunkett HCarefreel unassuming, seldom rushing, always smiling, sometimes blushing. Bruce Warren Traylor uMy ownself at my very best at all times. Michael Thornhill His lines are cut in a manly mold for hardy sports and contests bold. Sharon Kay Roquemore uLook wise and get the benem of the doubt. Ernest Locae Underwood uWhile we live, let us enjoy life. Patti Therise Saxton nA pal from the start and a smile that will win the heart. Dawn Rebecca Rutledge Belinda Faye Scruggs nSmall but full of bounce. uSo full of life and lively fun, a friend and pal to everyone. Eric Walker uThe temptation of life is to confuse dreams with reality. Kenneth Neil Underwood Tony Reginal Washington Bewarel I may do something sensible uA soft word turneth away wrath. yet. Doreta Lynn Smith HWork is work and must be done, nevertheless, I have my fun. Carolyn Sims Janice Smith A true friend now and forever. HDynamite comes in small packagesW Norris Lamar Wilkinson uHonesty gives wings to strength. Barry Theron Wilburn Larry Edward Williams nRarer even than a white raven. nLive and let live. Phyllis Laney Steakley Say, what's all the rush for? What's it all aboutW' Stephanie Ann Smith Lamonica Ann Thrash uSnug as a bug in a rug. Her mood like the wind may change, but she's sweet just the samei' Lisa Jeanine Toole Short, petite, and mighty sweet. Theresa Tucker Dana Lee Wright uFriends make life worth living. uNo wisdom like silence. Robin Williams uHappiness makes it all worth while. Karen Deanne Williams Kim Wilson She loves to laugh, she loves to walk, and Determination is the key to success. oh my soul, she loves to talk. Joyce Elaine Worthington uSoftly speak and sweetly smile. Mildred Diane Wilson Carla Elizabeth Young uA true friend-now, tomorrow and HOratory is the power to talk people out of always. their sober and natural opinions. David Eugene Starr nTo do easily what is difficult for others is the mark of talent. To do what is impossible for others is genius. Dear Fellow Classmates: In the preparation of the 1978-79 POINTER, I have found the assistance of all members of the Senior Class to be very helpful. Very rarely does an editor and his staff find such an assist. It is a great honor and privilege to acknowledge the many accomplishments of sqch an outstanding Senior Class. Over the years we have proven that through a combined effort many great goals can be achieved,- one such accomplishment has been the attainment of color Senior portraits. Many hours of work have been put into these pages. As a tribute to the Senior Class, I hope you enjoy the results of your hard earned efforts. WMM jfzwv David Starr Editor-in-Chief kw I I III i. DleLIImIIAIIMMI WE, thE students of Russell High School, in ordEr I. show our appreciation to the administration, faculty, -- - cafetEria staff, and custodial staff, do hereby establi on paper same of their accomplishments. Article I section 1 AII administrative poWers herein shall be, granted to Mr. Jesse Shaddix and other seiected authorities of the school. section 2 The faculty shall be composed of tEachErs chosen annually and Shah haVe the credentials and qualihcations requisite for educators of the highest quality I. I 7 section 3. The School shall be divided into eighteen , , separate departments, each having a department head and teaching staff Their objective wiII be to Convey aII thoughts and ideas pertaining to their held of study section 4. And herein shall be sEt a standard requirements which must be completed befOre a I diploma shall be granted from'RyusseII HighSchooI. section 5. It shall be ordainedthat a comprehensive high school shall meet the nutritional and educational needs of the student by the establishment of a cafeteria staff whose responsibility shall be to administer to the afore mentioned needs section 6. Furthermore, a custodial staIic shail be established for the purpose of keeping a cIean environment in Which administrators, teachers, and students may work effectiveiy Article II section 7. The ratification of the many departments 7 shall be sufficient for the establishment of RusseII High School to be the ivery best schooI in the United States of America. - , , Done by the unanimous consent'of the kAnnIIa'i-St prEsent thesecond day of June in the-year of our Lord One Thousand Seven Hundred SEventy:Nine.r In Witnessl: whereof we have hereto subscribed our; names. ' uhwwmxm VS a : 't'v' Captain Doreta Smith Captains Majorettes Cindy Cannon, Lisa Evans Captain - . . Color Guard ReneaSimon L H ' ' ' sergeant Carol Teal Robin Owens Sybil Ross Linda Shaddix Danny Poole Greg Graham Lamonica Thrash Orchestra S u r O In C In '9 tar Lab RusseH H Gu . I3. 335 .Dudxuiw .wigt L;;i..,nmmu hm y VI a Hm M HB Company m a e T e m R ill Team Dr Color Guard Battalion Staff 3 z 3 It a h! :4 . K! m 3 i E 5 wt: Battalion Commander Russell High ROTC Unit These individuals and organizations, ever conscious of their obligation to mankind, and our nation, faithfully promote our civic and social advancement; and Whereas, in fulhlling this great obligation they become an incalculable force in the promotion of our national welfare. Organizations am'xxj a! Kinaa4;, n i Ernie Underwood, Vice President David Starr, President Student Council John Silva, Treasurer Judy Evans, Pres. Christy Irwin, Vice Pres, Sandy Carroll, Delores Hope, Reporters FBLA Anchor Club Jana Newland, Pres. Cindy Cannon, Vice Pres., Sybil Ross, Sec., Billie Price, Treas Vicki Bailey, Pres, Patricia Hickson, Vice Pres., John Guy, Sec., Antonio Arnold, Treas. VOCA VICA Dennis Dennard, Pres., Mark Lowery, Vice-Pres., Robin Griffin, Sec., Cathy Anderson, Treas. LaWanda, Pres., Lori Giddens, Vice Pres., Belinda Scruggs, Sec., Terry Crews, Treas. SENIOR BETA JUNIOR BETA Jeanette Balsam, Pres., Alan Johnson, Vice Pres., Julie Nabors, Sec, Christy Dyer, Treas. Frankie Stearns, Pres. Crechelle Nickles, Vice Pres, Melanie Cheek, Sec., Terrie Burley, DECA HERO Wanda Hornsby, Pres. Robin Williams, Vice Pres., Alexondria Carswell, Treas Howard Long, Pres. Donny Devane, Vice Pres., Jeanette Balsam, Sec., Ken Holewenski, Treas. Science Club Drama Club Larry Helms, Pres. Cindy Swaney, Vice Pres., Cindy Miller, Sec, Karen Alexander, Treas. Terry Crews and Terry Robertson co-editors C1audia WelIs-Sponsor Roar Staff Spanish Club David Starr, Pres., Cathy Anderson, Vice Pres., Tracy Cheek, Sec., Richard Ulrich, Treas. David Starr Editor in Chief Carla Young It takes cooperation, time, effort, and money to make the production of an annual become a reality. The total cooperation must exist between many annual staff members themselves, the students, faculty, alumni and members of the surrounding community. It takes many hours to complete the work that must be done; speed and efficiency must be maintained. Efforts of the staff members must be present in order to achieve satisfactory results. To meet the money needs of the annual stafT, there must be a great deal of practice in persuasive selling techniques. They sold ads, pictures, annuals, signatures, patrons, popcorn, and candy; not to mention the paper drive. As the annual stafic found that an effective theme was necessary. It chose to express the coming together of many different directions, ideas, and inhuences. The pointer is in a way a symbol of the indications of different directions, ideas and inHuences. In the completion of the 1979 Pointer, the staff itself found these directions and ideas very vital to reaching their goal, an improved yearbook for you, the students of RHS. Band and Military Editor Lori Giddens Senior Editor Angie Gaston Junior Editor Lamonica Thrash Club Editor Terry Crews Senior Class Editor Pointer John Silva Sports Editor Valerie O'Neal Faculty Editor Terry Robertson Sports Editor William Terry CrewsIII Lori Giddens Honor Graduate Honor Graduate LaWanda Jo Davis Judith Lynn Evans Honor Graduate Honor Graduate Valerie Ann O'Neal Dorothy Ann Jones Honor Graduate Honor Graduate Outstanding Seniors David Starr, Dorothy Jones, Lori Giddens, Debbie Patton, Terry Crews David Eugene Starr Carla Elizabeth Young Honor Graduate Honor Graduate Most Outstanding Best All Around Most Popular Lawanda Davis, David Starr Lori Giddens, Terry Crews Valerie O'Neal, Jeff Barron Most Likely to succeed Most Intellectual Most Versatile Carla Young, Greg Graham Dorothy Jones, Steve Pittard Sandy Carroll, Terry Robertson Most School Spirit Most Talented Best Dressed Deborah Hall, Derrick Murray Belinda Scruggs, Mark Lowery Jackie Powell, Victor Louis SUPER SENIORS Wittiest Karen Williams, Ernie Underwood Most Altmetic Friendliest Most original Elizabeth Cameron, Mike Gaye Culpepper, Tim Jacks Debbie Patton, James Kresyman Thorhhill Miss and Mr. Military Queen and King of Hearts Most Dignmed Peggy Swea1.man,Terry Lamonica Thrash, Mike Thornhill Doreta Smith, John Silva Robertson lVIr. Gammon FAREWELL To The Students Of Russell High School PRESIDENT First Congregational Holiness Church Pastor: Rev. Euel Gilstrap Sunday School Morning Worship Service CHYPU Service 7Sunday Evening7 Evening Worship Service Wednesday Evening Service 9A5IAM 11:00 AM 600 PM TOO PM m: CONGREGATIONAL HOUNESS CHURCH E W 2950 Sylvan Rd. East Point, Ga. 30344 767-2272 Pilgirm Press PO. Box 90881 1434 Norman Berry Dr. East Point, Ga. Joseph K. Booth, Owner GALATIANS 2:20 Office 4041762-6881 Chick-fiI-A 871 Cleveland Ave. East Point, Ga. 762-1333 Four Seasons Sporting Goods 5403 Old National Hwy. College Park, Ga. 30349 768-7989 Quality 1TH! ., . mgpgg Fashions For M036: 1 . Beautiful People LAD'ES APPAREL Sizes 314 thru 373! MAIN 57. PH. 761-1563 c - :. -A-13 15116 PHONE 761-0762 EAST POINT SPORTING GOODS 2747 MAIN STREET ' EAST FOIN r, GEORGIA 30344 Congratulations to Russell High School Senior Class East Point Hardware Co. 2795 Main St. East Point, Georgia Where Your Business is Appreciated Phone 761-2640 Wylie B. Callahan Congratulations to Russell High School Class of '79 South Fulton Sportsman Club J. N. ZELLNER 8: SUN TRANSFER CO. H88 ClEVELAND AVENUE EAST MN GA' 3036s orncs m mm 76' 06 J' M HS; 55$YLNER nous m: we 767-29 SPECIALIZING IN THE TRANSPORT OF CONTAINERS 5 BEVERAGES Leadership into the world of Join a doing club ANCH OR CLU B 1978-79 Pres. Jana Newland Vice Pres. Cindy Cannon Sec. Sybil Ross Treas. Billie Price Carousel of Flowers The 1497 Jefferson Ave. Guild East Point, Ga. ' l Famlly- 761-2522 767-6118 House of Fashion Inc. Men mom J56 kg wowwss-aaee 406 Lee St. 752-5726 en mower muttage Jewelry 933 CI I dA n EVE an V8 ue 2822 Camp Creek PkWy Jean East Pomt. Georgia 30344 768-1452 Ebony Cards nmfzwy WnMmer ' ' CUT FLOWERS, FRUIT BASKETS. ngh Fashion AH tYPes Of WEDDINGSFUNERALS 8L Casual Clothes Paraphenalia MARY PATE CAROL BUOCH General Rubber 8c Plastics Corp. f 3201 Camp Creek Pkwy. 2285 Mendal Court East Point, Ga. 30344 anta, Ga. 30336 Telephone 691-5343 -0'Ring Specialists- GAY'S MEN'S 3H0? TASTY PIZZA PHONE 826 GORDON STREET, s.w. 1745 5 Virginia Ave. 755-7583 ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30310 College Park 766-8816 4. 6nd point Cfeanem 5 Jaunvlry 2728 SYLVAN ROAD EAST POINT. GEORGIA 30344 OWEN BELL PHONE 761-6289 Pittsburgh Paints 4766 West Point Rd. College Park, Ga. 0 r WW 768-7757 AUTO 6 BOAT i FURNITURE w. J. tBim BANISTER 2879 CENTRAL AVE. 74047 767-4396 EAST POINT, GA. 30344 6777 Pat Mateer Phone 767-99087762-6227 Ed lVIateer and Son, Inc. Interior Decorators 1608 Thompson Ave. East Point, Ga. 30344 Home Accessories Draperies Vinyl Wall Covering Fabric-Carpets Wall Paper Neighborettes Civic: and Social Club Much Success In Your Yearbook Frost Meat P. AND J. PRINTING COMPANY 2719 HARLAND DRIVE EAST POINT, GEORGIA 30344 TELEPHONE: MOM 766-3797 Lee's Drive-In Grocery 2717 Sylvan Road East Point, Georgia 30344 TeL 763-8639 Owner: Yong Ki Lee Hair, Inc. Old National Village 5151 Old National Highway Atlanta. Georgia 30349 404 763-3451 C.C. 755-9687 Miller Owner John Armstrong Manager TEXACD $ Miller's Service 2045 Main St. East Point, Georgia Tune-Ups . Brake Service - Maintenance - Air Conditioning Service 0 Road Service - Tires - Accessories - State Inspection President Larry Bass Vice President Steve Lasseter Sect. Larry Wortham Treas. Jack Batas East Point Professional Fire1aghters Assoc. Local 2482 Support your Local Firefighters Firemhters Fight Fires and Save Lives L g, V 6 Erin FOODS RICHWAY FOODS Compliments of Colonial Stores Sylvan Rd. East Point, Ga. 30344 Anderson Sales Co., Inc. 3319 Empire Blvd., SW. Atlanta, Georgia 30354 768-4410 Compliments of First . Georgla Bank The Unpiggy Member of the F.D.I.C. 1979 Russell High School Pointer Staff Mrs. Joyce Kelley Faculty Advisor Mr. Jesse Shaddix Principal On An Outstanding Yearbook Mary Frances and Howard F. Martin C 0 N G R A T U L A T I O N S LEER THE KING OF CAPS 3405 Empire Blvd. Atlanta, Georgia 30354 Congratulations to the Class of '79 Scoggins Super Market Mars what you'll hnd when you try AUanla Dames reSh utIOOk Homogemzedmilk.Creamyuch.Country-fresh,too, Or try creamer! cottage chuese, Light luscious and nulntlousv 0r Golden Flake EutlermHk, Ho-Made Ice Cream and the manyotner delicious dairy products from Atlanta Dairies For a fresh outlook on flavor, try them all, PROCESSED IN OUR MODERN QUALITY-CONTROLLED ATLANTA PLANT. You wm D8 plaasanuy 5w DHSBG a! Plow mexpenswmy we slvmgmen earns 69 0mg now: am: 9mm om rust AI MAACO you gel 3 4:99 esnmam max 65 no! wsV an ashmala Dul ow exact pnca MAACOrvemen may wovk A pamlmgnOUALle Vov yam cav A budge! ATLANTA I 2265 Stewart Ava. MAACO 3 766-3686 DECATUR x 3 2752 E. Ponco do.Loo. Av... 373- I 427 b 'ka SUPREME SERVICE Compliments of Russell High School VOT Seniors 1978 Antiqum ff; Eh? 321i: $111131 1903 WASHINGTON AVE. EAST powr, GEORGIA 30344 GENES PLUMBING, INC. nun me 3260 mm ST- numms 3:3? COLLEGEPARK, GA. 30337 $33? 766-1195 766-7200 6 RADIO DISPATCHED 13 PLUMBERS 8t HELPER? TRUCKS Near Tri-Cify Plated WITH FOR PROMPT SERVICE. 4 TO 20 YRS. EXPERIENCE WE SPECIALIZE IN: 0 Repairs and Remodeling Service - Electric Drain Cleaning 0 New Residential and Commercial-In and Out of State WE CAN GIVE YOU PROMPT AND SATISFACTORY SERVICE! FOR DO-IT-YOURSELF PLUMBERS WE HAVE THE NECESSARY PARTS YOU NEED IN OUR PARTS DEPARTMENT 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE NORMALLY WE CAN BE ON YOUR JOB WITHIN 30 - 45 MINUTES Ragan Mechanical Contractors Plumbing and Heating, Inc. 989 Dill Avenue, S.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30310 44047 755-7766 of Atlanta, Inc. Building Supplies Phone 766-2724 East Point, Georgia 30344 Shuman Supply Co. 2821 Central Ave.-P.O. Box 46 N22 Locations In The South To Serve You Compliments of the Carlton Pierce Family Parts Accessories Supplies Sylvan Auto Parts Hays 82 Weldon Druggists 2000 Sylvan Rd. Atlanta, Ga. 30310 755-2588 Carmichael and Sons Funeral Home 2042 Sylvan Road, S.W. Wear Lakewood Avenue1 Alan Hendricks 4L E.L. Johnston, Inc. Wholesale Auto Supplies Since 1926 Phone 767-8693 1941 Roosevelt Highway College Park, Georgia 30337 Phone 758-8231 Atlanta, Ga. 30310 a AAA Trophies Tri-Cities Plaza East Point, Ga. 30344 64047 763-1828 Cofer and Hobbs Roofing A family tradition since 1919 Free Estimates Ph.-768-3621 J 5Ycle I NUTS s BOL 2777 Main St. ' East Point, Georgia Cycle Nuts 8L Bolts Motorcycle Parts 81 Accessories In KW Warm Smiies and Sunshine to the Class of '79 Compliments of The Pattons Classes of 1947 1974 1977 1979 V EAST POINT PHARMACY 2768 East Point St. at Cleveland Across From Fire Station 81 City Hail Nite 761-2117 Weekdays 8:30-12:00 mid. Day 761-2116 New 0 Used East Point Schwinn 1617 Whiteway 0 East Point, Ga. 768-1727 FREE ASSEMBLY ON ALL BIKES WE SELL FREE 60 DAY CHECKUP ON ALL OUR NEW BIKES + Sales and Service + East Point Cycle 8L Key, Inc. 2834 CHURCH ST - Ept., Ga. 766-5356 Lawnmowers 0 Tillers 0 Chainsaws Shreaders 0 Lawn Vacuums Sundays 2:00-12:00 Bicycles 0 Parts 0 Accessories Wigs 81 Wig Service glomals gfouse of QBequty For All Your Beauty Needs 1777 Washington Ave. Suite 101 East Point, Georgia Men's Hair Styling Phone 766-9935 Office 753-3121 YOUR Independent- Insurance 7AGENT SERVES YOU FIRST Hobbs-Moore- Simpkins Insurance 1250 Womack Avenue East Point, Georgia 30344 Compliments of the Clif1c Milam Family BARRRRANCO The Firebird TransAm from, Baranco Ponhac 2191 Main Street EastPomt,Ga.30344 767-74917767-7566 Phone 766-2202-761-9805 A Better Upholstery Co. ABC 1908 Oxford Ave., College Park, Ga. 30337 Jewell Gaston Headland Pharmacy 2465 Delowe Dr. At Headland Prescriptions 0 Cosmetics We Deliver Ph.: 761-8488 L Compliments To The Class Of 79 From ANCO ' F lower Sho e gays pp Complete Floral Services and Gifts 2046 Sylvan Road, S.W. Ben Stewart Atlanta, Georgia 30310 Res.: 758-5015 Discount to Students Ed Bouvette Realty East Point Triangle Lanes 1471 Cleveland Ave. East Point, Ga. 30344 761-8831 Rent-All Plaza Typewriter, T.V.'s, Tools, Tents and Equipment For Almost Every Need 1742 Connally Dr. East Point, Ga. 768-3463 The B-Team Cheerleaders Would Like To Extend Their Congratulations To The B-Team Football And Basketball Players For A Victorious Season Robin Ridgeway Karen Murphy Margaret Cameron Natalie High Pare McCIoud Julie Nabors Vivian Reeves Compliments and Much Success to Lamonica Thrash from Olga Odette Watts Compliments of Faithful Few S.S. Club Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. DON FOWLER Agent 2952 Church St. Easx Point, Georgia 30344 Bus. Phone: 762-8896 STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES HOME OFFICES: BL 00mm: TON, ILLINOIS Be a winner every time Depend on East Point Chevrolet There is a difference! East Point Chevrolet 2443 Main Street Phone 767-2611 lst in Customer Satisfaction for over 40 yrs. Compliments of Jefferson Ave. Baptist Church 1150 JefTerson Ave. East Point, Ga. 30344 Compliments of Williamson Realty Co. 766-0046 Dick Williamson Margaret Littlefield . HUGH C. CONLEY. SR1 By Appointment 3:30-7:30 Daily 763-3807 Except Wed. 82 Sun. AGENT :75! COLLEGE 5T1 COLLEGE PARK. GEORGIA 30337 PHON E: OFF. 767-2663 Hair Fashion Beauty ' Salon , INSURANCE COMPANIES Specializing in Women's and Men's Permanents, Tint, Cutting J H Porter and Styling ' ' Grocery Smitty 1419 Cleveland Ave. Operator East Point, Ga. 30344 2847 Harris Street East Point, Georgia 762-1988 Compliments of Compliments of East Point Paul T. Donehoo Barber Shop Funeral Home 736 South Central Avenue Hapeville, Ga. 30354 Harris-Thriftown 761-2171 874 Cleveland Ave. East Point, Ga. 30344 COKGW ' uxwmmgm mngw ka1 4mm M4144MA,, ,. mm mot: t szquxf91y,iizfgwaxizgua-n. iXQ 412k Aka zbyzwgngM ma: gmzw wzmimwc ma, V V O c7 Bottled Under Authority of uThe Coca-Cola Company By THE ATLANTA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY OF ICE SUPPLIES - FURNITURE F Class of '79 Looks Like We Made It Congratulations LaWanda Davis Belinda Scruggs 525;?32'2325212 Debbie Patton Best Wishes Compliments of East Point Datsun Representative Dick Lane 766-7802 Education Clubs Developing; Future Leaders in Marketing and Distribution wwV Compliments of Stewart Ave. Chrysler Plymouth CHRYSLER a? Plymoulh' ATLANTA,GA. 761-8491 2461 Stewart Ave. N Egaxatrsgz 1471 CLEVELAND AVENUE EAST POINT, ssoncu 30344 751.5st A. c ace WALLACE, Mm . Bowling Is An Every Person Game! P nes: 7615051 5: 7675449 716 ? 73g? ?EEAUTY SALON 7; i131: cxwxankAga East; Point Ga 30 44 L WOpen Mugs Win?! w 4 s 'l'yson?r PWWM 74W , Citizens 87 Southern Bank Of Fulton County 2818 East Point St. East Point, Ga. 30344 763-2377 The Joyful Noise 2669 Chuch St. East Point, Ga. 30344 4047768-3100 IPS 3A0, MC HG All type coverages 1594CLEVELANDAVENUE POST OFFICE BOX 90783 JACK V. GRANT, CIC EASY POINT. GEORGIA 30364 M A N A G E n PHONE 7668374 Compliments of Harold E. Tallant Chief East Point Police Compliments of The Ralph Robertsons mm W STATE FARM ENSURANCE COMPANIES HOME OFFICES: BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS Bill Thompson Agent Bus. Phone: 766-6279 762-1596 Res. Phone: 766-8821 2706 Harris St. East Point, Ga. 30344 Citizens 82 Southern Bank of Fulton County 2818 East Point, Georgia Gloria Williams and Family M: . 1 j n WV nous mo Berryman's Sport Center ANTIQUE AND MODERN FIREARMS 14041 761-1739 14041 761-0771 2525 Main Street East Point, Georgia auHe'NV i we muuuu W'WUH i.. i :7 e w 'i D.C.T. is one of Russell's oldest and leading Work Study Programs. It is known for having its annual barbecue which is now in its twentysixth year. The profits made from the barbecue go towards the beautification of the grounds here at Russell. Under the direction of Mr. Ben Tingle, the D.C.T. club not only aids the school in general but also gives special guidance to its members. amwmmmmvmammwm v ?ILI! I H! $$$$$in CANBKIJ, mum MVW WKH minnow ION! VRKkS A Loni. SHOWN Traditionally, an annual is dedicated to a faculty or administrative member whose contributions to school life have exceeded mere expectations. Having been a part of Russell High School for many years, his inspiration, dedication, understanding, and his true sense of character and humor, have endeared him to the hearts of students, faculty, and administration. It is with great esteem that the 1979 POINTER dedicates its pages of one year's history of the students of Russell High School to you MR. HOLLIS GAMMON . w ,, . wa,4..4 W TO SEARCH mama ' mm? a M K, Q33 - nu mu :- a NEW KIND The idea of a continuation of a life- long search for a new kind of life is an old process that takes place in almost every High School in America. The extension of this search into Russell is unique in that the students, faculty, and events are different from those of other schools. At Russell, the student has a choice of what his interests and activities should be while in High School. A student can choose among four programs of study not to mention the many work programs or vocational school that is available. Whatever the choice may be, either a special skill or the development of one of the many facets of the broad human character, he will leave Russell better prepared to enter the complex world of a new and unknown life. SENIOR PROPHECY As time eiapsed to the year of nineteen hundred and ninety-nine, an assignment was given by Dr. Joyce Kelley to David Starr and Lori Giddens to hnd all possible cases of Russeliingus Waicatitis, evident only in Russell High School graduates of 1979. The symptoms of this dreaded disease were gold spots on the lungs, white spots on the heart with Wildcats printed on the roof of the mouth. It was our responSibility as coordinator of the American Medical Society to save this species of 79 from becoming extinct. We were to advise each member to seek professional help from Dr. W.T. Crews, HI world famous authority on such matters. We received a list of the class members from Mr. Wade, our Senior class sponsor, and began our search. The hrst person we were able to contact was Jeff Barron, Head of the Boy Scouts of America. He was able to direct us to Terry Tobertson and Leslie Smith, partners in Mustang Mechanics Corp.; LaWanda Davis, speed typist for John Silva's chain of restaurants; Belinda Scruggs, famous musician for the Spirit of Atlanta Drum and Bugle Corps, directed by Carla Young, whose hag corps captain was Sandy Carroli; and Gaye Culpepper and Debbie Patton, famous duet singers for a Baptist church ministered by Steve Pittard. From there we received the news of our new Miss America, Miss Valerie O'Neai. She led us to the whereabouts of James Kresyman, owner of Amusements Inc.; Joyce Worthington, president of Hair Inc.; and Tim Jacks, world renowned architect. Others that we contacted fromtthese reiiabie sources were Phyllis Barton, journalist for TODAYS WOMEN: Tonda Gabriel, librarian in the iibrary of Congress; Vickie Harris, reporter for the ATLANTA JOURNAL; Chris Maggi, private secretary for Dennis Dennard, an associate of Mark Lowery, a commerciai artist; and Peggy Sweatman, Senior Army Instructor of Fulton County schools Junior ROTC. We were previously informed of Brenda Phillips appointment as treasurer for the state of Georgia. We knew that she couid help us in our search for othermembers of our class. The people that she directed us to were: Tony Steiger, lead guitarist for a wet! known band; Karen Williams, supervisor of cashiers for Big Star Food Stores,- Jack Naborse, head of an employment agency; Karl Maddox, vice-president of a fast food corporation; Lamonica Thrash and Rose Morgan, conductors bf the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra; and Mike Thornhiil, former Heisman Trophy winner and present owner of the Dalias cowboys. Other famous athletes from our class were: Tim Smith, Eugene Upshaw's replacement on the Oakland Raiders; Terry Brown, captain and owner of his gwn professionai football team; Anthony Hamm, an award- winning fullback; Greg Graham, coach of the Atlanta Hawks; Biil Rhodes, president of the AFL; Darrell Pierce, halfback for the Denver Broncos; Johnny Jones, popular end for the Chicago Bears,- Elizabeth Cameron, founder of a new women's basketball team; Randy Portwood, ailestar pitcher for the New York Yankees. As Judy Evans typed thearticle that we submitted to the New York Times, she reaiized that she could be of some help to us. She referred us to Mike Moravetz, who recently received his degree in mortuary science, and his secretary Miss Dorothy Jones; Mike Taylor, collector of customized Camaros; Jana Newland, still twirling her way to fame; Chris Plunkett, a model for VOGUE magazine; Donna Milner, key- punch operator for the United States Government; Marcy Graham, president of A-l Business Machines and Kay Roquemore, champion figure skater for the United States. Next we were able to reach Stephanie Smith, Kim Wilson, Patti Saxton, Robin Williams and Dawn Rutledge working out in a nearby health spa. Through them we found out that Davida Pass still works at Krystal, Johnny Pittman is now a drill instructor, Jackie Powell is a fashion designer; Doreta Smith is now the director of Heart of Dixie Majorette Camps; Tony King, married with 10 kids and Anthony Sexton is a baseball All-Star. We went and talked to these people. None of the, when checked, had the disease. So we had to continue our search. The next day as we took time out of our search for lunch at a small cafe, we ran into Virginia Dutton, Mildred Wilson, Patricia Milam, and Lisa Adams. None of these people were effected with the disease but Mildred invited us to a party she was giving where we were able to locate Skip Dortch, Cindy Mikolaitis, Reeta Garrett, John Miller, Darlene McDonald, Heidi Little, Johnny Creel, Kenny Underwood, Charles Elliott, Robin Grifhn, and Nancy English. Luckily for them, they had not caught the disease either. As our search led us to the more rural area, we found Gerald McCloud, farming a plantation, and Ernie Underwood at a lake hshing. Neither of these men had been effected by the disease but Ernie was helpful in our locating Alan Allison, a famous wrestler. Alan quickly told us of the basketball playoffs to be held the next week. We attended and quickly found Eric Walker, the star guard. Also attending the game was Theresa Tucker; Kim Williams, with his wife Janice Smith; Frank Jones,- Crechell Nichels; Edward Cook and Amy Crapps. We informed these people about the disease and they assured us they would report to Dr. Crews as soon asthe game was over. Our search continued for a long while before we found Jana Mullings, the owner of HNana's Uniform Shops . She helped us think of the Olympic Games since we had some very good athletes in our class who hadn't turned pro. When we arrived at the sight of the Olympics, we quickly located Norris Wilkinson, the US. Tennis champion and Lisa Toole, the gold medal gymnist. They soon remembered that Dana Wright was the olympic surgeon. He referred us to Derrick Murray and Dexter Stokes, the two treasurers for the Olympics. The last few members of our class were located by us in the crowd at the games, except for Phyllis Steakley, who could not be located. Everyone was now aware of the disease and was checked by Dr. W.T. Crews, III. Luckily, we stopped the disease in time before it got out of hand! , Now our search has ended and we would like to thank everyone for his help and cooperation in helping us locate the Class of 79. Now we must report back to Dr. Joyce Kelley and tell her of our findings. We must record our information in case another case of Russellingus Wildcatits breaks; out. i Memories Memories are heartbeats Sounding through the years, Echoes never fading Of our smiles and tears. Moments that are captured, Sometimes unaware, Pictured in an album Or a lock of hair. Images that linger Deep within the mind, Bit of verse we cherished Once upon a time. Through the musty hallways Of the days we knew Ever comes the vision Beautiful and true. Memories are roses Blooming evermore, Full of fragrant sweetness Never known before. Life must have a meaning, Goals for which to strive. Memories are lights that burn To keep the heart alive. Grace E. Easley We, the 1979 POINTER staff, wish to give sincere thanks to the following people: Mr. Art Williams Mr. Lou Erickson Mrs. Holmen and Drama Club Hapeville High School Mr. Bill Turbeville Mr. J. Lewis Mr. J.T. Kelley Mr. Hal Shields Mrs. Elizabeth Elliot Mr. and Mrs. Terry Crews, Jr. Mrs. Jessie Osborn Mr. 8: Mrs. Gene Lewis Mrs. Olen Gunnin Mrs. Mildred Culp Mrs. Amergene Arnold Mrs. Jo Payne Mr. David Burnett Mrs. Louise Brock Herff Jones Publishing Co. Mr. 8t Mrs. Howard Martin Chief Brooks, U.S. Navy Miss June Bryant Alan Johnson Sgt. Humphries, East Point Police Industrial Scale Co. Mr. John Cash Mrs. Roberta Blair Mr. Gus Thornhill Mr. Jesse Shaddix Mr. PauI Cardin Mr. Ben Tingle U.S. Postal Service Mrs. Gloria Hutcheson Mrs. Thetma Brinkley Mrs. Shirley Seawright Mrs. Claudia Wells All Parents of the Annual Staff Mrs. Kelley's Sophomore Honors English Class of 1978-79 And Special thanks to the students and faculty members whose support assured the success of this yearts annual. 27X Kd KXKKKKX XKKKAXKKX- KKKXXKX KKXKKX KKKX, XXIXK'X JKXKKXKXKKJU KXKXKKKKXK. .KXK KKKKKKXX cf! 111 XK'KKIKXK Kr KXK KKKX XKKKKKKXKX XXKXK K414 XX. XXX? KKXK XXIX XXXXX XKKKX MK 177 M XKKX K KKKKKKXK XXKKKXXXKK XXK XXKKK KX XKKKXKKKX KXK KXXKXKXX XKXK KXKXXKXKKX KXKXKKXKKKJ KKKX KKK KXKXKKKKK XK XKXKU KKKJKIXXKXXXKXKKJ aXK XXK KKKJX KX KKKX XKXKXKKKI XKKXX KXKM 17 KXKXKJX KX. 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Brown Mike Head Jimmy Williams Ronnie Pritchard Deborah Hall Maureen Bly Randy Portwood Mrs. J.M. Lee John Miller Ann Graham Mrs. T.E. Lupo Robbie Gray Dana Wright Karen Alexander Grady Lupo Mr. Terry Crews, Jr. Tim Walker Melody Maxwell US. Army Recruiter Kellie Harklewood Virginia Dutton J. Kinard Rose Morgan Ken Holewinski Tracy Walker Patricia Gail Owens Steven Neil Redding Charles Terry Norris Wilkinson Sharon Daily Steve Pittard Victor Louis Jana Newland Sharon 8: Joe Hensley Terry 81 Valerie Varner Crechelle Nichols Albert Lewis Lynn McCarty Cindy Miller Kenny Underwood Dorothy Jones Mr. Frank C. Jones Alexandria DeBra Carswell Mrs. W.W. Walker Virgil Chosewood Gaye Culpepper Frankie Stearns Mr. Bill Johnson Peggy Sweatman Vicki Harris Sybil Ross Bettye Widener David Grian Mrs. Terry Crews, Jr. Beth Rigby J.H. Hudson US. Navy Recruiter Robin Williams George J. Hernandez Sharon Butler Bill Lee Joannie Frances Jones Mr. 8L Mrs. J.E. Cannon, SR. 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