St Matthews High School - Saints Scroll / Stinger Yearbook (St Matthews, SC)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1967 volume:

S.M.H.S. Spotlights the Individual The classes, the faculty, the athletic teams, and the or- ganizations at S. M. H. S. can all be broken down to the fundamental ingre- dient--this ingre- dient being the indi- vidual. There would be no school life if it weren't for the co- operation of indivi- duals. On the ath- letic team, it’s not just the captains but each team member participating. The Student Council couldn't govern the school without the co-operation of each member of the stu- dent body. Each class is composed of a number of individ- uals, each contribut- ing his share to the success of the class. With each person do- ing his share, S.M. H. S. has ad- vanced during 1967. An Individual Worth Noticing. . . Coach Otis 5. Culclasure Always busy, not to be kept still. Coach Otis S. Culclasure works to make St. Matthews High a better school. Coach Culclasure came to St. Matthews High four years ago as an assis- tant coach and history teacher. This year he was given the job of head coach. Coach Culclasure is a 1961 graduate of Newberry College. He and his wife, the former Barbara Jean Rowell, live in St. Matthews. When Coach Culclasure isn’t working on the athletic fields or in the gym, he can be found on his farm outside St. Matthews. Because of his concern for the students at St. Matthews High and devotion and hard work, the staff of the 1967 SAINTS’ SCROLL feels that Coach Otis S. Culclasure is truly an indi- vidual worth noticing. Lining off the football fields prior to the games is one of the jobs that keep Coach Culclasure busy. Coach Culclasure explains to John Wienges, the football mascot, just how the chin snap on the helmet works. 3 Contents Foreword..................................2 Dedication................................3 School Life...............................6 Academics................................18 Classes..................................32 Sports...................................52 Activities...............................64 Personalities............................84 Advertising..............................94 A Final Word............................114 4 5 “People in the Act” at Homecoming Queen Pam Inabinet and Bobby Zeigler walk off the field after the Jackets were defeated. The midget cheerleaders substituted for the varsity cheerleaders at the Homecoming game. Marilyn Wienges helps lead the yells. 6 The Homecoming sponsors watch as the Jackets meet the Allendale Tigers in the Homecoming game. Homecoming and Pep Rallies Let us hear you if you're here! shout the cheerleaders as they begin a pep rally. A large crowd of students attend the pep rally prior to Ellen Wise and Sally Aram answer back the Homecoming game. cheerleaders lead the yells. Sports Are Important Bobby Zeigler races around end in the St. Matthews- Allendale game. Molly Riley (30) and Beth Taber (34) go up to block a shot made by a Bamberg forward. After defeating Blackville, the Jackets rush out onto the field. 8 Life at SMH5 Knees together, sit up straight echoes in the ears of the first-year typists. Nancy Ott and Mike Nickells relax in the auditorium after lunch. The football team and cheerleaders enjoy a steak supper after the Holly Hill game. Would you believe- it snowed! The senior boys had a great time playing in it. Many students enjoy dancing to the music of the Impossibles at the Student Council Christmas Dance. A large group of boys listen to the repre- sentative from Wofford on College Day. The ninth graders are introduced to writing themes for their English class. After breaking his ankle in the North game, Ronnie Spigner had to watch the rest of the games from the sidelines. 11 Doris Kaiser sits and thinks about her future after high school. 12 The senior boys enjoy their lunch period. Sixth period studyhall and the juniors are hard at work! Robert Wardlaw, a basketball cheerleader, demon- strates his enthusiasm. For all home games, the cheerleaders had to deco- rate the goalposts. Mike Ott and Robbie DeMars work in the concession stand during basketball games. 13 Throwing darts at the teachers' pictures was a popular pastime at the Harvest Festival. Madeline Sturkie becomes the girl in the hubcap. 14 The F. H. A. members honored their mothers at their Mother-Daughter banquet. Ronnie Ridgeway works intently on his Western Civi- lization assignment. 15 Madeline Sturkie and Cathy Wienges work on their bus reports. The Impossibles played at the Homecoming and Christmas dances sponsored by the Student Council. Doris Kaiser pins a corsage on her mother at the F. H. A. Mother-Daughter banquet. Looking very scholarly is Freddie Stabler. He and Fairey Prickett are in third-year French. Keeping the booth for throwing darts at the teachers' pictures is funny business for Sally Arant. A happy day for seniors--Glenn Walling gets his class ring from Mrs. Crutchfield. Everyone likes to congregate in the halls before school. Study! Study! Study! Eris Hutto and Molly Riley hit the books during sixth period study hall. 17 ACADEMICS S.M.H.S. Welcomes New Principal Working at the same job for nine- teen years might seem boring to some people. But it hasn't bothered Mr. Howard F. Garris who has served as superintendent at St. Matthews High School since 1948. Mr. Garris earned a B. S. degree from the Citadel and a Master's degree in Engineering from the University of South Carolina. After becoming a school administrator, Mr. Garris got his Master's degree in School Admin- istration. Prior to his coming1 to St. Mat- thews, Mr. Garris served as Principal of St. George High School, Superin- tendent of Bethune School, and Su- perintendent of Blackville Schools. Mr. Howard F. Garris, superintendent During his first year as prin- cipal, Mr. Thad Ott has been busy helping students choose their courses of study and advising the seniors as to what they should do after graduation, whether it be attending college, trade school, or working. He also teaches ge- ometry and college algebra and trigonometry. Mr. Ott coaches the girls' basketball team. He received his A. B. degree from Newberry College and his M. Ed. from the University of South Caro- lina. He has attended the Math and Guidance Institutes. 20 Mr. H. Thad Ott, principal Students Explore Various Branches of Science A graduate of Winthrop Col- lege, Mrs. Willie Brandenburg teaches math and science to the eighth graders. By assigning sci- ence projects to the students, Mrs. Brandenburg insures that they understand various things, such as volcanoes, constellations, and the movement of the earth around the sun. Mrs. Brandenburg has at- tended the Science Institutes at Columbia College and Clemson University. Teaching college algebra is part of Mr. Ott's busy schedule. Mr. John Dowd received his BS degree in educa- tion from Newberry College. He minored in science during this time. After teaching in the St. George schools, he worked with the Chemstran Corporation. This was Mr. Dowd's first year at S. M. H. S. He is very interested in science and wants to convey this interest to his students. Mr. Dowd coached the mid- get football and boys' junior varsity basketball teams. 21 Enrichment Is Stressed Mrs. Nelson works hard to keep the bookshelves filled. Each year the library gets a number of new books. Comment-allez vous? This is a familiar sound heard in Mr. Hiott's classroom. Mr. Roy Hiott, a graduate of the Citadel, teaches the language of the Frenchmen to the students at S. M. H. S. In addition, he also teaches tenth grade English. Mr. Hiott is a co-sponsor of the junior class. A retired Lt. Colonel in the Army. Mr. Hiott has traveled in Europe and the Far East. Mrs. Morris goes over their test papers with the tenth grade English class. Mrs. Elizabeth Nelson is a graduate of Winthrop College. She majored in history and minored in English and sociology. Later she obtained a Library Science Certificate from the University of South Carolina and Columbia College. This year Mrs. Nelson became the full-time librarian at S. M. H. S. She is also the Beta Club sponsor. Each year she accompanies them to the convention. 22 Mr. Hiott uses the tape recorder and record player in his French classes. by English Courses Mrs. Morris stresses a knowledge of vocabulary in each of her classes. As English teacher for the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades. Mrs. Patricia Morris makes Thoreau, Emerson, and Shakespeare familiar names to the S. M. H. S. students. She also introduces the students to writing themes and term papers. Mrs. Morris is advisor to the Yellow Jacket. She received her B. A. degree from the University of Chatanooga, where she was an honor graduate. Mrs. Bess Duke graduated from Columbia College. She majored in English and minored in Art. Later she enrolled in the Charleston School of Art where she studied for three years under William Halsey and Corrie McCallum. Mrs. Duke teaches eighth and ninth grade Eng- lish. She is very interested in art. (1 tor) Mrs. Morris. Mrs. Nelson, and Mrs. Dean enjoy a coffee break during the ten minute break. 23 In addition to teaching English, Mrs. Duke keeps study hall. Social Studies Offer Study of Past and Present Teaching six classes a day keeps Mrs. Katherine Dean busy. This year for the first time. Mrs. Dean had a class studying Western Civilization. She also teaches American history, social studies, and world history. Mrs. Dean received her A. B. degree from Western Kentucky Teachers Col- lege. In her history classes, Mrs. Dean makes her students aware of the present day events and the way our lives are affected by them. As an American history teacher, Mr. Otis Culclasure teaches the eighth graders about the beginning of our country. He also keeps his classes of boys' physical education busy doing push-ups, sit-ups, and running laps. Mr. Culclasure is the head coach this year, coaching the football and boys' basketball teams. He is a graduate of Newberry College and has his B. A. degree. Mr. Culclasure explains how the war in Viet Nam is affecting the United States. Western Civilization was taught for the first year at S. M. H. S. Mrs. Dean enjoys discussing philosophy with the seniors taking this course. 24 Vocational Studies Are Taught Miss McKenzie introduces algebra to the ninth gra- ders. Algebra I, business math, safety, and driver training are all taught by Miss Wilhelmina McKenzie. In addition to this, she is the advisor to the Student Council and is in charge of Homecoming and May Court. Miss McKenzie received her A. B. degree from Newberry College and has attended summer sessions at Winthrop College and the Uni- versity of South Carolina. She has attended driver- education courses at Furman University and Erskine College. Mrs. Evelyn Crutchfield received her A. B. degree from Bowling Green College of Com- merce in Bowling Green. Kentucky. She has her M. Ed. from the University of South Caro- lina. Mrs. Crutchfield teaches the students shorthand, typing, and bookkeeping. Guiding the SAINTS' SCROLL staff in putting out the yearbook is one of Mrs. Crutchfield's jobs. As advisor to the senior class, she is in charge of commencement exercises. Mrs. Crutchfield dictates a letter to the first-year shorthand students. Students Learn Through Participation Mr. Alexander explains to his class the different breeds of cows. With a B. S. degree in Vocational Agricul- ture Education from Clemson and an M. Ed. in school administration from the University of South Carolina, Mr. J. B. Alexander teaches the agriculture courses at S. M. H. S. He also guides the boys with their home projects. Mr. Alexander is the sponsor of the F. F. A. chapter. In the spring. Mr. Alexander coaches the golf team. Keep running, girls! This has a familiar ring to all the girls who are in Mrs. Margaret Chastain's classes. Girls in the first to the tenth grades are Mrs. Chastain's students. She teaches the correct methods of playing bad- minton. volley ball, basketball, and softball. Mrs. Chastain has a B. S. degree from Winthrop College. Aside from teaching physical educa- tion, she coaches the girls' junior varsity bas- ketball team. Ramona Sigmon blocks Jane Alexander's pass during a game in physical education class. During the fall, the physical education classes play badminton. Mrs. Chastain demonstrates the correct way to serve the birdie. 26 and Use of Equipment Mrs. Stabler shows Molly Riley how to put interfacing in a suit. The smell of food being cooked is not a rare occur- rence if you're near Mrs. Jeanette Stabler's room. Mrs. Stabler teaches Home Economics I. II, and III, and Family Living. She received her B. S. degree from Winthrop College and has taken two graduate courses in home economics. As junior class advisor, Mrs. Stabler helps with the magazine sales and junior-senior prom. She is also the advisor for the F. H. A. As band director, Mr. Kenneth Creekmore is in charge of the High School Band, the SAINTS' Dance Band, and the Junior Band. Mr. Creekmore studied at the Cincinnati Con- servatory of Music and the United States Naval School of Music. He served in the Navy Band for five years, and is presently playing with several bands in the Columbia area. One, two, ready, play says Mr. Creekmore during rehearsals at band practice. 27 S.M.H.S. Teachers Have An avid seamstress, Mrs, Dean begins making a dress for herself. Mrs. Duke puts the finishing touches on a portrait of a friend. Mrs. Stabler arranges home-grown zinnias for a table decoration. After a busy school day, Mrs. Brandenburg be- gins reading a new book. 28 Varied Interests and Hobbies Mrs. Morris helps her daughter Ann into their car before leaving school. On his farm or the athletic fields, Coach Culclasure is at home on a tractor. Mrs. Nelson arranges the corsages for the In the interest of safety. Miss McKenzie teaches driver training Homecoming sponsors. in the afternoon. 29 A Look Into the Faculties9 Lives Mr. Alexander gets ready to sink a putt. He is a frequent golfer at Calhoun Country Club. 3NCESSI0N UNDER STANDS j Mr. Hiott corrects test papers and prepares the next day's lesson. Coaching the boys' junior varsity basketball team kept Mr. Dowd busy during the winter. Working Hard To Meet Student Needs Writing checks is one of the jobs that keep Mrs. Doris Ott busy. Mrs. Virginia Ott comes in three days a week to help with the office work. Mr. Randolph Fogle is kept busy keeping the school in running order. The lunchroom workers (1 to r) Mrs. Hazel Oliver, Geneva Pickney, Jessie Walker, Martha Johnson, and Annie John- son work hard to see that the students have nourishing lunches. 1967 CLA 5 5 ES Thirty-nine students have finally reached the apex of their high school careers--their senior year. This is the year that's filled with wonderful ex- periences and, not to be forgotten, senior privileges. Such things as going to lunch first, sitting in the front of the auditorium, and exempting final exams are part of being a senior. Also being measured for caps and gowns, getting class rings, and choosing in- vitations make up the realization of being seniors. Seniors are busy taking the SAT and choosing what they will do next year. To cover graduation expenses, the seniors raffled cakes and a steam iron at the football games. (bottom to top) Mary Ellen Inabinet, secretary; Becky Prevatte, treasurer; Wayne Mack, vice-president; Dicky Whetstone, president. Officers Lead 34 Robert Ayers Thomasine Blanton Lois Crider Susan Crim Maurice Etheredge Bruce Furtick Elizabeth Gressette Don Hammond Gene Hodge Seniors Over Final Lap y Eris Hutto Mary Ellen Inabinet Doris Kaiser 35 Spirits Are High During Robert Kaiser Wayne Mack Johnnie Millender Mike Nickells Nancy Ott Mykie Porth Seniors' Last Year Becky Prevatte Joe Prevatte Ronnie Ridgeway Molly Riley Sandra Robinson Gene Ray Rucker Graduation Is Awaited by Dickie Whetsone, class president, presides over the voting for the outstanding seniors. 38 Glenn Walling Lillian Walling Suzette Waltz Thirty-Nine Seniors Senior Directory Robert Allen Avers YELLOW JACKET cartoonist, 11; SAINTS' SCROLL artist. 12. Mary Thomasine Blanton B-team basketball. 8; May Court repre sentative, 10; YELLOW JACKET staff. 10- 12; FT A. 11; Glee Club, 11; SAINTS' SCROLL. 12. Lois Eleanor Crider FHA, 9-11. Susan Rebecca Crim May Court representative, 8; FHA, 9- 12; FHA secretary, 10; FHA historian, 11. Maurice Pierce Etheredge. Jr. Varsity football, 10-12. Regionald Bruce Furtick Baseball, 10-12; Soil Judging Team; Bus driver. 11-12. Helen Elizabeth Gressette Basketball: B team, 9; scorekeeper, 10-12; YELLOW JACKET, 10; assistant edi- tor. 11; SAINTS' SCROLL editor, 12; FTA, 10, vice-president, 11; Girls' State rep- resentative, 11; Glee Club, 11; Beta Club, 10-12, president, 12; Commencement Marshal, 11, DAR Good Citizen award. Don A'Hue Hammond Football: manager, 9-10, varsity, 11- 12; B team basketball, 10; baseball, 9-12; track, 9-12; YELLOW JACKET staff, 10- 12. Willard Eugene Hodge B-team basketball, 9; varsity football, 10-12; track, 11-12; band 9-10; Boys' State, 11. Eris Helena Hutto May Court representative, 10; Glee Club, 11; Basketball cheerleader, 11-12; YELLOW JACKET staff, 12; SAINTS' SCROLL typist, 12; Student Council, 12. Mary Ellen Inabinet Class Vice President, 10; Student Council representative, 10; Class Trea- surer, 11; May Court representative. 11; YELLOW JACKET staff, 11-12; co-editor. Don Hammond proudly displays his class ring. 12; Senior class secretary; cheerleader, 12; Vice-president FTA, 11; basketball, 10- 12, co-captain, 12. Doris Elaine Kaiser FHA, 9-12; Secretary. 11, Historian. 12; Glee Club, 11. Robert Leon Kaiser FFA, 9-12. Eston Wayne Mack Class Treasurer, 10; May Court repre- sentative. 10; Vice-president Senior Class. John Jefferson Millender B-team football, 9; Varsity football, 10-12. James Michael Nickells B-team basketball, 9-10; B team foot- ball, 9; Varsity football, 10-12; Golf 11- 12; Varsity basketball, 11; baseball, 12. Nancy Carol Ott Basketball: varsity, 9-12, co-captain, 12; YELLOW JACKET staff. 11-12, co- editor 12; Beta Club. 10-12; secretary- Senior Directory treasurer, 11; FTA. 10-11; Secretary- Treasurer Student Council, 10; Miss Hi Miss, 11; Girls' State representative, 11; May Court representative, 11; cheerleader, 11-12; Class secretary. 11; Commence- ment Marshal, 11. Carl Michael Porth Basketball: B-team, 8-9, varsity. 10- 11; baseball 8-12; track, 8-12; varsity football. 10-11; Golf team. 11-12; May Court representative, 11; Student Council representative, 11; Bus driver. 12. Rebecca Sue Prevatte FHA, 9-12; Senior class treasurer. Joseph Gaston Prevatte Football; B-team, 11, varsity 12; track, 11; FFA Vice-president, 11. Ronald Linwood Ridgeway B-team basketball. 10; Junior class president; Varsity football, 11-12; Student Council representative, 12; Business Mana- ger, SAINTS' SCROLL, 12. Molly Dukes Riley Basketball: B-team. 8. Varsity 9-12; co-captain, 12; Class president, 10; Glee Club, 10-11; FTA. 10-11; May Court rep- resentative, 10; Maid of Honor, 11; Stu- dent Council representative. 11; SAINTS' SCROLL staff, 12. Sandra Wiles Robinson Student Council representative. 10; Varsity basketball, 10; Beta Club 10-12; Vice-president, 11; Junior class vice-presi- dent, 11; DAR American History Award; Commencement Marshal, 11. Gene Ray Rucker FFA, 9-12, reporter 10, president 11. Edward M. Scott, Jr. Football: B-team 8, varsity, 9; Track, 8-9; Baseball, 8-12. Larry Wayne Seckinger Baseball, 9-12; Football, 12; Marching Band, 9-11; Dance Band, 9-12; B-team basketball. 9; Boys' State. 11; YELLOW JACKET, 11-12. Daniel Ray Sigmon Football: B-team, 9. Varsity. 10-12; Basketball: B-team, 9; Baseball: Pony League, 9, Varsity. 10-12; Student Coun- cil: representative 10, Vice-president. 11, President 12; May Court representative, 10; Commencement marshal. 11. Fonsein Melinda Smith FHA, 9-12. India Gayle Smoak FHA. 9-12. Linda Patricia Stroman B-team basketball. 9; FHA, 9-11. Glenn Wilson Walling Band, 9-10; Basketball: B-team. 9. Varsity, 10-12; Football: B-team, 9, Var- sity 10-12. Dorothy Lillian Walling FHA, 9-11; Bus driver. 12. Phyllis Suzette Waltz FHA, 9-12, Treasurer, 11. Larrv Thomas Wannamaker FFA, 9-12; Livestock Judging Team. 9. State FFA Convention Delegate. 9-10; Football: B-team, Varsity 10-12; YELLOW JACKET staff, 12; Bus driver. 12. Walter Dixon Whetstone. Jr. Band. 9; Football: B-team, 9, Varsity, 10-11; B-team basketball. 9-10; Baseball, 10-11; May Court representative, 11; Golf team, 11-12; Senior class president. Alexander Joseph Wise Football: B-team 8-9, varsity 10-12, co-captain. 12. Nathan Francis Wolfe Varsity football. 11-12; FFA. 9-12. Treasurer, 11. Sandra Ann Zeigler FHA, 9-12; Bus driver, 12. Robert Mason Zeigler Football: B-team, 8, Varsity, 9-12, co-captain, 12; Baseball, 10-11; Track. 10-11. Juniors' Magazine Sales Angeleer Baker Otis Bell Jimmy Bozard Being a junior was an exciting adventure for forty-four stu- dents at S.M. H. S. This year the juniors found themselves caught up in a continuous whirl of activities: the turkey supper prior to Homecoming, the magazine sales, and the junior- senior prom. Breaking last year’s record, the juniors' maga- zine sales totaled over $2, 000. Their total profit was $1083. 69. The turkey supper netted over $200 for the juniors. The funds were pooled to meet the expenses of the junior-senior prom. The juniors took an active part in the life at S.M. H.S. -- Robert Wardlaw was high salesman during the magazine sales. His sales totaled $196. 20. Carole Crook served as vice-presi- dent of the Student Council. Pam Inabinet was chosen 1966 Homecoming Queen. The band's drum major was Edwin Wilkes, and Cindy Smoak was president of the band. Freddie Stabler and Fairey Prickett were chosen as two of the basketball tri- captains. Diane Rucker served as president of the F. H. A. , and president of the F. F. A. was Glenn Mack. Junior Class Officers: (1 to r) Front Row: Mollie Kate Dent, treasurer. Second Row: Madeline Sturkie. secretary; Cindy Smoak. vice-president. Back Row: Edwin Wilkes, president. 42 Charlotte Buyck Gene Coker Stephanie Cooper Beverly Crider Total Over $2,000 Robert Crider Carole Crook Robbie DeMars Mollie Kate Dent Patricia Furtick Ronnie Furtick Gloria Geiger Lynn Hair Bo Huff Jack Hutto Pam Inabinet Julie Keefe Lunchtime for the Ju- nior girls is for relaxing and catching up on the news. Juniors Sponsor Diane Lucas Faye Mack Glenn Mack Idell Mack Mike Ott Jackie Riley Bubby Prickett Anna Rucker Diane Rucker Cindy Smoak Ronnie Spigner Dianne Spires Freddie Stabler Melba Stabler Charles Stoudemire Madeline Sturkie Homecoming Supper Tommy Ulmer Robert Ward law Cathy Wienges Edwin Wilkes Billy Wise Rhonda Wise Denver Lee Wright Martha Yelman Alex Zeigler To raise additional money, the juniors sold cakes, cookies, and pies at the Homecoming Sup- per. 45 Sophomores Study The sophomores learn the fundamentals of the body's makeup in biology. Martha Albergotti Jane Alexander Sally Aram David Bozard Elaine Bozard Calvin Callahan Benny Carroll Glenn Dale Crider Johnny Early Clifton Fields Jimmy Griggs George Hodge Shirley Hoffman Rita Hutto Claudette Inabinet Gene Inabinet Sherry Inabinet David Kelly Bud Knight Bob Lake 46 Plant and Animal Life James Rucker Rodney Saylor Ramona Sigmon Danny Sikes Jimmy Sikes Simpson Sikes Kathy Smith Brenda Spires Ray Spires Beth Taber Phil Taylor Marty Tiller Linda Waltz Carol Wienges Teddy Weeks Ellen Wise Ken Westbury Arlene Zeigler Carl Zeigler Sandra Zeigler 47 Freshman Year Produces Gene Bailey Deb Baughman John Buyck Carroll Crim Gene Crim Gladys Crim Millie Etheredge Chris Fogle Andy Furtick Sadie Furtick Sally Furtick Judy Geiger Ashby Gressette Melvin Hart Kathy Heckle Tommy Hodge Ernestine Howell Tommy Huff Michael Inabinet Nancy Kaigler 48 Many New Experiences Learning how steel is made is part of the freshmen's science course. Kristi Knight Debra Ann Livingston Norris Jean Livingston Joann Michael Harry Ott Kathy Parler Mary Deloris Parler Karen Robinson Elliott Rucker Wanda Sauls Rhonda Smoak Sarah Smith Stephanie Stone Joe Tidwell Joanne Ulmer Pat Wannamaker Julian Wiles Sandra Wise Lena Wolfe Melinda Wolfe 49 Sub-Freshmen Bravely Mary Blanche Albergotti Diane Bell Michael Bray Rose Mary Callahan Jeannette Carroll Ginny Carroll Phyllis Chavis Linwood Crider Phil Crider Woody Dent Lynn Duke Wanda Dyckes Hal Fair Harriet Glover Wayne Grubbs Danny Haigler George Hair Deborah Hilderbrand Leonard Hill Robert Hutto Cliffy Inabinet Judy Jackson Mary Kaiser Jackie Keefe 50 Enter a Challenging World Learning first-aid procedures is part of the sub-freshmen's schedule. Ethel Livingston Wayne Mack Ronnie Millender Thomas Murphy Gene Paulling Bill Phillips Kim Prickett Steven Rahe Randy Ridgeway Pat Riley Sarah Robinson Jonnette Rucker Ronnie Rucker Wayne Rucker Betty Shingler William Smith Mary Smoak Stanley Spigner Patsy Spires Gwen Swails William Taber Joseph Tomilson Paul Wannamaker David Westbury Jackie Whetstone Marilyn Wienges Dale Wilkes Ronnie Yelman Beverly Zeigler Paul Parler 51 SPORTS Fourteen Seniors Fourteen seniors and seventeen let- termen welcomed Otis S. Culclasure as head coach for the 1966 season. Assisting him were coaches Thad Ott and John Dowd. The Jackets were victorious over their first four opponents; however, they suffered de- feat at the hands of the North Eagles. The Jackets got back on the winning streak defeating Wagener and St. George. This year the St. George game was played at the Orangeburg fairgrounds. Allendale- Fairfax came to St. Matthews for the Jack- ets' Homecoming game. The Tigers over- powered the Jackets 46-13. Traveling to Holly Hill for Holly Hill's Homecoming game, the Jackets found the Bantams' defense hard to beat. The game ended in a scoreless tie. Blackville and Swansea came to St. Matthews for the Jackets' last two games. After defeating these teams, the Jackets closed their sea- son having scored 32 times and totaled 208 points. The Jackets get final instructions before the East Clarendon game. FRONT ROW: (left to right) Mike Wise, manager; Jimmy Jimmy Rucker; Charles Stoudemire; George Hodge; Aubrey Walling; Teddy Weeks; Mike Ott; Frederick Robinson; ROW: Marty Tiller; Alex Zeigler; Ken Westbury; Ronnie Joe Prevatte; John Dowd, coach. Return to Grid Action Bozard; Clifton Fields; Glenn Mack; Bud Knight; Larry Seckinger; David Bozard; Gene Inabinet; Ronnie Ridgeway; Millender; Joe Tidwell. SECOND ROW; Otis S. Culclasure. head coach; Nathan Wolfe; Robert Wardlaw; Glenn Maurice Etheredge; Gene Hodge; Fairey Prickett; Bobby Zeigler; A. J. Wise; Ray Sigmon; Thad Ott, coach. THIRD Spigner; Bo Huff; Johnnie Millender; Don Hammond; Mike Nickells; Freddie Stabler; Bob Lake; Larry Wannamaker; 196« SCHEDULE St Matthews 7 Wade Hampton 6 St. Matthews 32 East Clarendon 0 St Matthews 16 Bamberg 0 St Matthews 19 Willistoo-Elko 13 St Matthews 12 North 14 St Matthews 20 Wagener 13 St Matthews 32 St George 0 St Matthews 13 Allendale-Fairfax 46 St Matthews 0 Holly Hill 0 St Matthews 46 Blackvllle 7 St Matthews 12 Swansea 7 SENIOR PLAYERS (1. tor) Front Row: Bobby Zeigler. Second Row: Ronnie Ridgeway. Johnnie Millender. Glenn Walling, A. J. Wise, Ray Sigmon. Larry Wannamaker. Third Row: Nathan Wolfe. Gene Hodge, Larry Seckinger. Joe Prevatte, Mike Nickells, Maurice Etheredge. S.M.H.S. Is Known The S.M . H. S. Cheerleaders bring the team on with cheer and spirit. Bobby Zeigler (No. 24) andA.J. Wise (No. 52) are introduced to the East Clarendon co-captains before the game. Bobby Zeigler (No. 24) evades Swansea linemen in hopes of gaining yard- age against Swansea. 56 Through Athletics The Yellow Jackets make a goal-line stand against Allendale. Prickett (No. 11) blocks Holly Hill linesman for Prevatte (No. 20). Robinson (No. 25) puts forth last effort before being stopped by Swansea line- man. 57 Robinson (No. 25) Tushes over for the Jacket’s second touchdown against Allendale. Jackettes Open Season Front Row (1 to r): Kristi Knight, Jackie Riley. Molly Riley, Nancy Ott, Mary Ellen Inabinet, Jane Alexander. Sherry Inabinet. Back Row; Elizabeth Gressette, manager; Steffie Stone; Beverly Crider; Cathy Wienges, Ramona Sigmon, Melinda Wolfe, Beth Taber, Carol Wienges, Coach Thad Ott. 58 The Bamberg guards go under the basket to rebound the shot made by Cathy Wienges (40). Bamberg won the game 36-23. Mr. Ott explains a defensive play to Beth Taber before sending her into the game. With Victory Beth Taber (34), Ramona Sigmon (33), and Molly Riley (30) play a right defense against the Bamberg for- wards. Winning the season opener was the spark behind the 1967 basket- ball team. The girls enjoyed playing basketball and the taste of victory was sweet to them. They weren't victorious again until mid-season when they beat Swan- sea 37-36. Defeat didn't dampen their spirits and they continued to play to win. After losing eight players of last year's team. Coach Ott had a job of rebuilding to do. The girls were taught plays and how to play together as a team. Friendship, fun, and work were equally shared by all the team members. The three senior players were chosen as tri-captains. These girls kept the team going through defeat and victory. Tri-captains Mary Ellen Inabinet. Molly Riley, and Nancy Ott. 59 Long Hours of Practice Front Row (1 to r): Marty Tiller, statistician; Mike Ott; Fredrick Robinson; John Wienges, mascot; Bud Knight; Jimmie Bozard; Robbie DeMars. Back Row; Coach Otis S. Culclasure, Edwin Wilkes, Fairey Prickett. Johnnie Millender, Freddie Stabler, Bob Lake, Bo Huff, Glenn Walling, Ronnie Spigner. With only seven players returning from last year, the varsity basketball team had a job of putting a team together. After long hours of practice under the direction of Coach Culcla- sure, the team began to take shape. A set-back arose when Fairey Prickett, a key defensive player, broke his arm in a pre-game warm-up. The Jackets won their opener against Lexing- ton. After a defeat by Jackson, the Jackets beat the Edisto Blue Devils 36-35 in a thriller. De- feat came once again to the Jackets. After a losing streak, they bounced back beating Cam- eron and Swansea. Even though the Jackets didn't win fifty percent of their games, they learned the essentials of team work and sports- manship. As there were only two seniors on the team, Coach Culclasure will have a good foundation to build his team on next year. The boys have learned to work together as a group and not to play the game for personal glory. Tri-captains Freddie Stabler, Fairey Prickett, and Glenn Walling. and Hard Work Are Rewarded Freddie Stabler (4) jumps for the opening tip-off with Edisto. St. Matthews won 36-35. Freddie Stabler goes up for a lay-up shot in the St. Mat thews-Bamberg game. Bamberg won 60-44. Coach Culclasure watches and directs the team from the bench. Close Scores Encourage Teamwork 1967 Girls Varsity Basketball Schedule 1967 Boys' Varsity Basketball Schedule St. Matthews 20 Lexington 19 St. Matthews 29 Lexington 21 St. Matthews 24 Jackson 37 St. Matthews 36 Jackson 40 St. Matthews 11 Edisto 22 St. Matthews 36 Edisto 35 St. Matthews 22 Edisto 38 St. Matthews 49 Edisto 51 St. Matthews 27 North 43 St. Matthews 45 North 55 St. Matthews 18 Denmark-Olar 41 St. Matthews 38 Denmark-Olar 59 St. Matthews 23 Bamberg 36 St. Matthews 44 Bamberg 60 St. Matthews 22 Lexington 29 St. Matthews 31 Lexington 47 St. Matthews 16 Wagener 42 St. Matthews 35 Wagener 69 St. Matthews 23 Cameron 25 St. Matthews 34 Cameron 27 St. Matthews 37 Swansea 36 St. Matthews 38 Swansea 27 St. Matthews 19 Swansea 31 St. Matthews 33 Swansea 58 St. Matthews 17 North 39 St. Matthews 55 North 48 St. Matthews 25 Wagener 33 St. Matthews 38 Wagener 44 St. Matthews 33 Cameron 18 St. Matthews 59 Cameron 52 St. Matthews 21 Jackson 23 St. Matthews 35 Jackson 46 St. Matthews 34 Bells 45 St. Matthews 47 Bells 52 St. Matthews 24 Bamberg 36 St. Matthews 51 Bamberg 79 St. Matthews 22 Denmark-Olar 31 St. Matthews 27 Denmark-Olar 38 Mary Ellen Inabinet (31) shoots a hook shot in the Bamberg-St. Matthews game. Bamberg won 36-23. Frederick Robinson (5) takes a shot in the game against Bam- berg. Bamberg won 60-44. 62 J.V. Girls Are Undefeated Front Row (1 to r): Pat Riley, Lora Maude Able, Ann Huff, Cindy Stone, Debby Ulmer. Second Row; Ethel Livingston. Beverly Zeigler, Ginny Car- roll, Dale Wilkes, Mary Smoak. Back Row: Martha Albergotti, score- keeper; Rita Hutto; Karen Robinson; Marilyn Wienges; Wanda Sauls; Joann Ulmer, manager. (1 to r) Co-captains Marilyn Wienges and Karen Robinson and Coach Mrs. Chastain. Front Row (1 to r): Chris Fogle, Ronnie Yelman, Ronnie Millender, Cliffy Inabinet, Bill Phillips. Second Row; Elliott Rucker, Sam Arant, William Taber, Hal Fair, Tommy Hodge. Back Row: Clifton Fields, Teddy Weeks, Tommy Huff, Gene Inabinet, George Hodge, David Bozard. Before the game, Coach Dowd reviews a play with the boys. 63 1967 ACTIVITIES Yellow Jacket Staff Sponsors Co-editors Nancy Ott and Mary Ellen Inabinet discuss the copy for the coming edition of the Yellow Jacket. Mrs. Morris, advisor, and Edwin Wilkes, assistant editor, look over the paper's first edition. FRONT ROW (1 r): Thomasine Blanton, Eris Hutto, Sally Aram, Martha Yelman, Ellen Wise, Kristi Knight. SECOND ROW: Madeline Sturkie, Carol Crook, Fairey Prickett, Larry Seckinger, Bo Huff, Jimmy Bozard. 66 Annual Harvest Festival Dunk for apples! How many pieces of candy are in the jar? 'B-2, 0-75! Throw a dart at your favorite teacher! Let's go in the Horror House! These remarks were a sample of those heard at the Harvest Festival. This wasn't all there was to do; there were booths for fishing, fortune telling, penny pitching, telegrams, and concessions. Along with the prizes won in BINGO, prizes were given for the best costume and for guessing the amount of candy in the jar. Kevin Bray and Karen Prickett won first and second places in the costume contest. Mr. Daniel Sturkie guessed the amount of candy in the jar. Staff members for the YELLOW JACKET come from the ninth through the twelfth grades. Nancy Ott and Mary Ellen Inabinet worked together as co- editors. They were aided by assistant editor Edwin Wilkes, advisor Mrs. Patricia Morris, and the staff members. The business staff sold over $225 in ad- vertisements to help finance the newspaper. The YELLOW JACKET is popular with the stu- dents at S.M. H. S.; a large percentage of the stu- dent body subscribed. Regular features included Clothes Closet, The Stinger. Sunny Plain News. Clubicity, and From the Principal's Desk. Melinda Wolfe watches on as Glenn Mack dunks for apples at the Harvest Festival. Front Row (1 r); Ramona Sigmon, Diane Rucker. Cathy Parler, Millie Etheredge, Steffi Stone, Melinda Wolfe, Beverly Crider. Second Row: Stephanie Cooper, Mollie Kate Dent, Cathy Wiengens, Jane Alexander, Julie Keefe, Carole Wienges. Back Row; Tommy Hodge, Tommy Huff. Bud Knight, Bob Lake, Don Hammond, Phil Taylor, Larry Wannamaker. 67 Saints' Scroll Staff Elizabeth Gressette, editor, looks over the glossy prints of the senior pictures. Madeline Sturkie, feature editor; Cindy Smoak, copy editor; and Mike Ott, sports editor, discuss a layout for a sports page. Circulation managers Molly Riley and Thomasine Blanton put up a poster advertising annual sales. Mrs. Crutchfield, advisor, demonstrates to Eris Hutto, typist, how to type a triplicate copy. Sells Over $2,000 in Ads (1 to r) Anna Rucker, advertising manager; Carole Crook, assistant business manager; and Ronnie Ridgeway, business manager, check the financial status of the SAINTS' SCROLL. Not to be content with the record set by yearbook staffs of previous years, the 1967 SAINTS' SCROLL staff made this year one of breaking records. The advertising staff, assisted by other members of the SAINTS' SCROLL staff, sold over $2000 in ads. The goal was well over any set by previous staffs. This year the SAINTS' SCROLL has been enlarged. A sixteen-page summer supplement will be compiled in the spring. This will include the baseball, track, and golf team; May Court; junior-senior prom; and graduation. Making up the 1967 SAINTS' SCROLL staff were students from the eleventh and twelfth grades. The staff mem- bers worked hard to get the yearbook ready in time to meet the deadlines. 69 (1 to r) Mollie Kate Dent, Stephanie Cooper, and Jackie Riley, mem- bers of the advertising staff, total up the ad sales. (1 to r) Photographers Robert Wardlaw and Robbie DeMars set the camera for some activity shots. Molly Riley--head cheerleader WeVe Got the Spirit We've got the Jackets on our team, and they're g-g-great! begins one of the new yells taught to the stu- dents this year. With these new yells the cheerleaders got much enthusiasm and spirit from the students. The cheerleaders also sported new outfits of short pleated skirts, knee socks, and cheerleader sweaters. 70 Nancy Ott Carol Wienges Cathy Wienges That a Great Team For home games, the cheerleaders were responsible for decorating the goalposts. They held weekly pep rallies and had a pep rally to burn the Bantam the night before the Holly Hill game. The girls enjoyed at- tending the Conference 7-B banquet in Allendale with the football team. Madeline Sturkie Needs Diane Rucker Mary Ellen Inabinet 71 Band Places Third (1. tor.) Julie Keefe, head majorette; Edwin Wilkes. Drum major; and Cindy Smoak. president of the band, proudly dis- play the trophy won in the state marching band contest. The band placed third. Do they look like winners? Well, they are! The St. Matthews High School Band marched to victory this year at the Camden State March- ing Band Contest and came home with a flash- ing third place trophy. ’ Full of pride will describe our band for they also won first place in the Cayce-West Columbia Christmas Parade A big reason for the success of the band is Mr. Kenneth Creekmore, the band director. Mr. Creekmore first came to St. Matthews in 1965. The long hours of practice have been rewarded by these trophies. Working closely with the band is the Band Booster Club. Together the club and band members sold cakes, rug cleaner, and concert tickets to raise money for the annual trip to Camden. Screams of the cheerleaders weren't the only noise at the football games. The band boosted the spirit of our boys on the football field at all the games. To bring in the Christmas season, the band had a Christmas Concert. They presented a program of old and new Christmas songs. 72 Mr. Creekmore leads the band in a pep tune at the Homecoming game. in State Contest The band marches in a state con- test at the Orangeburg Fair. They placed second. FRONT ROW (L to R): Edwin Wilkes; Julie Keefe; Jackie Keefe; Gloria Geiger; Mr. Creekmore, conductor. SECOND ROW: Ethel Livingston; Elaine Ray; Deb Baughman; Denny Baughman; Woody Dent. THIRD ROW: Ray Spires; Darrel Cooper; Rodney Saylor; Huey Parler; Yvonne Smoak. FOURTH ROW: Cindy Smoak; Jackie Riley; Johnny Early; Kim Prickett; Debby Ulmer. FIFTH ROW: Dale Wilkes; Marion Sigmon; Phil Crider; Delores Parler; Jeannette Carroll. BACK ROW: Rhonda Smoak; Joe Duke; David Westbury; Steven Rahe; Wanda Sauls. SAINTS Rehearse for Spring Concert Front Row (1 to r): Steven Rahe, Rodney Saylor, Gloria Geiger, Edwin Wilkes, Ray Spires, Mr. Creekmore (standing). Second Row; Larry Seckinger, Cindy Smoak. Woody Dent, Sally Aram (at piano). Back Row: Dale Wilkes, Rhonda Smoak, David Westbury, Wanda Sauls, Johnny Early. Musicians selected from the marching band were chosen to compose the Saints' Dance Band. Mr. Creekmore, director of the marching band, carefully screened the members before they were se- lected. Raising money for their sum- mer practice vacation, the Dance Band played for several events in and out of St. Mat- thews. The band plans to spend their vacation at Folly Beach. This year many new tunes were added to the regular ones the band plays. In the spring, the Dance Band presented its annual spring concert. The band also entertained at May Court, playing before the festivities and during the presentation of the court. Learning the new songs keeps the SAINTS dance band working and practicing. Betas Raise Money for Convention (1 to r) Front Row: Martha Yelman, Nancy Ott, Melba Stabler, Carol Wienges, Sherry Inabinet, Ray Spires. Second Row; Bud Knight, Anna Rucker, Sandra Robinson, Madeline Sturkie, Gene Inabinet. Third Row; Gene Coker. Ed- win Wilkes, Fairey Prickett, Bo Huff, Ken Westbury. Back Row: Elizabeth Gressette. This year the Betas sold School Record memory books. During the Christmas vacation, the mem- bers sold Christmas trees. The money raised was used to pay convention expenses for the club. Seventeen Betas from St. Matthews attended the Beta Club Convention. This year the con- vention was held in the Wade Hampton Hotel in Columbia. Ray Spires presented a saxophone solo in the talent contest at the con- vention. Leading the club in its acti- vities were president Elizabeth Gressette, vice-president Fairey Prickett, and secretary-treasurer Anna Rucker. Under the direction of Mrs. Elizabeth Nelson, the Betas have learned more about how to follow the ideals of the Looking over the scrapbook compiled by the Beta Club are Vice- ggta ciub--achievement, charac- president Fairey Prickett. Advisor Mrs. Elizabeth Nelson, and ter atKj leadership. President Elizabeth Gressette. 75 Preparation Through Participation (ltor): Mrs. Stabler, advisor; Diane Rucker, president; Fftye Mack, vice-president; Charlotte Buyck, secretary; Anna Rucker, treasurer; Kathy Smith, reporter; Cathy Wienges, song leader; Doris Kaiser, historian; Patricia Fur- tick. parliamentarian. (1 to r): Rhonda Wise, Deloris Parler, Sandra Ann Zeigler, Kathy Parler, and Fonsein Smith learn about the fundamentals of sewing. Helping themselves to the turkey dinner at the an- nual FHA banquet are Mr. Ott, Mrs. Ott, and Dr. Huff. (1 to r); Sally Furtick, Pat Wannamaker, Sadie Fur- tick, Nancy Kaigler, and Wanda Sauls watch as Lena Wolfe puts a tin of muffins in the oven. 76 Keynotes Work of F.H.A. Committee Chairmen (1 to r): Faye Mack, program; Charlotte Buyck, membership; Anna Rucker, finance; Sherry Inabinet, project; Cathy Wienges, degrees; Patricia Furtick, civic. Little Green Men from Outer Space was the theme of the FHA initiation party held during the fall. Later in the year the girls hon- ored their mothers at the mother-daughter ban- quet. Dr. F. R. Huff gave an inspiring and in- formative talk on Good Health—A Valuable Asset. At Christmas, the FHA members made cookies; and they, along with some FFA mem- bers, visited the Methodist Home and went car- oling. April 2-8 was designated as FHA Week. This was an active time for the members. The girls participated in chapter and individual electoral projects. Committee Chairmen (1 to r): Debra Ann Living- ston, social and recreation; Doris Kaiser, scrap- book; Becky Prevatte, yearbook; Susan Crim, record book; India Smoak, welfare; Idell Mack, public re- lations. (1 to r): Claudette Inabinet, Arlene Zeigler, Steph- anie Cooper, Suzette Waltz, and Elaine Bozard practice the skills they learned in home nursing. 77 Student Council Helps Front Row (1 to r): Sherry Inabinet, Diane Rucker, Eris Hutto, (standing) Ray Sigmon. Second Row: Ramona Sig- mon, Ronnie Ridgeway, Carole Crook. Fairey Prickett, Ginny Carroll. Back Row; Melinda Wolfe, Ray Spires, David Westbury, Sam Arant. Standing: Miss McKenzie. Ramona Sigmon (seated), secretary-treasurer, and Carole Crook, vice-president, look over the toothbrush sales report. 78 in Heart Fund Drive This year the S. M. H. S. Student Coun- cil sponsored a Valentine Dance to raise fluids for the Heart Fund Drive. May Court and Homecoming are annually presented by the Student Council. Several years ago the Student Council adopted a Korean orphan, Kim Yung Hui. To support him. the Student Council sells pencils and paper at school; this year the members sold toothbrushes also. The Student Council supervises the election of cheerleaders and Student Council officers. The president, vice- president and secretary-treasurer are elected by the student body. By governing the student body at S. M. H. S., the goal of the Student Council has been to direct the students toward bet- ter co-operation and better student leader- ship. Ray Sigmon, president of the S M H S student council. Mrs. Nancy Green, chairman of the Heart Fund Drive, talks over plans of a sock hop with student council president Ray Sigmon. Miss McKenzie, student council advisor, sells a pencil to Ronnie Millender. Selling pencils and pa- per is a student council project. 79 F.F.A. Boys Get Front Row (1 to r): Gene Crim, Deb Baughman, Andy Furtick. John Buyck, Bruce Furtick, Joe Tidwell, Nathan Wolfe. Second Row; Carl Zeigler, Elliott Rucker, Gene Bailey, Calvin Callahan, Aubrey Millender, Glenn Dale Crider. Danny Sikes. Robert Crider. Gene Ray Rucker. Back Row; Jimmy Sikes, Joe Prevatte, Carroll Crim, Johnnie Millender. Robert Kaiser, Billy Wise, A. J. Wise, Larry Wannamaker. With twenty-four members, the Future Farmers of America chapter is one of the larger organizations at S. M. H. S. The boys in the chapter operate a hotbed, a rooting bed, and a nursery. The shrubbery is grown for home use and for sale. Some of the boys raised hogs for the Orangeburg Fat Stock show and for sale. Teams made up of chapter members entered the contests for live- stock. dairy, and soil-judging that were held this year. In the fall they will attend the F F A convention. The F F A boys operate a conces- sion stand at the home football games. This enables the boys to raise funds for the chapter. (1 to r): Jimmy Sikes, Simpson Sikes, Aubrey Millender, Carl Zeigler, and Ronnie Furtick dis- play the sign they made for the Heart Fund Drive. 80 First Hand Experience (1 to r): Mr. J. B. Alexander, advisor; Lynn Hair, secretary; Jimmy Rucker, treasurer; Glenn Mack, president; Charles Stoudemire, vice-president; Ronnie Furtick, reporter; Simpson Sikes, sentinel. “Blazers” Are Active at SMHS Students living in the Sunny Plain Community of Calhoun County organized themselves into the Sunny Plain Blazers. These students take a very ac- tive part in the activities at S. M.H. S. Five of the boys are on the football team. Members of the Blazers are represented in other organ- izations of S. M. H. S. They serve on the Student Council and take part in the club ac- tivities. The Blazers have a column. Sunny Plain News, that appears in the school paper. Front Row (1 to r): Deb Baughman, Sandra Ann Zeigler. India Smoak, Jonnette Rucker, Anna Rucker. Ronnie Millender. Phil Crider. Second Row; Aubrey Millender, Robert Ayers, Linwood Crider, Ronnie Ridgeway. Gene Bailey, Paul Wannamaker. Third Row: Glenn Dale Crider, Lynn Hair, Robert Crider, Calvin Callahan. Fourth Row; Billy Wise, Charles Stoudemire, Johnnie Mil- lender. Don Hammond, Gene Ray Rucker. Back Row: Otis S. Culclasure. sponsor; Larry Wannamaker, President. The Sunny Plain seniors relax in the shade. They are (1. to r.): Gene Ray Rucker, Johnnie Millender. Don Ham- mond, Ronnie Ridgeway, Larry Wannamaker, Sandra Ann Zeigler, India Smoak, Lois Crider, Lillian Walling. 82 Bus Drivers Stress Safety Front Row (1 to r): Faye Mack, Sandra Ann Zeigler. Second Row: Don Hammond, Cathy Wienges. Gene Ray Rucker, Nathan Wolfe. Third Row; Gene Coker, Bruce Furtick. Larry Wannamaker, Bobby Zeigler. Back Row; Mykie Porth. One of the most important jobs at S. M. H. S. belongs to the bus drivers. It is their responsibility to transport a large number of S. M. H. S. students to and from school. Even bad weather does not hinder these drivers from making their routes. Safety is the goal of all bus drivers. This year the drivers had a good report as no one had an accident. For accident-free driving, a bonus is given to the bus drivers each semester. Bus drivers are selected by the school administration after they have finished a training course given by the highway department. 83 A large number of S. M. H. S. students ride the buses to and from school. PERSONALITIES Coronation Climaxes (1 to r) Cathy Wienges sponsoring Don Hammond, Madeline Sturkie sponsoring A.J. Wise, Cindy Smoak sponsoring Larry Seckinger, Ramona Sigmon sponsoring Gene Hodge, Diane Rucker sponsoring Larry Wannamaker, Molly Riley sponsoring Ray Sigmon, Nancy Ott sponsoring Mike Nickells, Norris Livingston sponsoring Johnnie Millender, Pam Inabinet sponsoring Bobby Zeigler, Mary Ellen Inabinet sponsoring Glenn Walling, Rita Hutto sponsoring Nathan Wolfe. Elizabeth Gressette sponsoring Maurice Etheredge, Mollie Kate Dent sponsoring Ronnie Ridgeway. Thomasine Blanton sponsoring Joe Prevatte. (1 to r) Molly Riley, first runner-up, looks on as Pam Inabinet, Home- coming Queen, is pre- sented her bouquet by Mr, Eddie Tanner, President of the Yellow Jacket Boos- ter Club. Lyn Hane, flower girl, looks on. 86 Homecoming Pretty girls and new cars--what a combination! After a pre-game show by the Allendale-Fairfax Band, the fourteen sponsors for the senior football players were driven onto the field in new cars provided by the dealers in St. Matthews. During the half-time festivities, Pam Inabinet, a junior at S. M. H. S. was crowned Homecoming Queen. Molly Riley was first runner-up. Pam was crowned by Mr. Eddie Tanner, president of the Booster Club. She was presented a bouquet of Chrysanthe- mums by Lyn Hane, flower girl. The Homecoming Queen is elected by the student body. Following the game, the Student Council entertained with a dance. Music was furnished by the Impos- sibles. Pam Inabinet, 1967 Homecoming Queen, smiles and waves to the St. Matthews spectators after being crowned. Four Seniors Elected A straight-A student during high school, Sandra Robinson is interested in secretarial work. At pre- sent she is undecided, but she may attend the Uni- versity of South Carolina and major in business ad- ministration. Daniel Ray Sigmon Ray Sigmon has served S. M. H. S. in many acti- vities during his high school years. He was vice- president and president of the Student Council. Next year Ray plans to attend the University of South Carolina where he will major in history. Sandra Wiles Robinson to Hall of Fame Helen Elizabeth Gressette After playing basketball for two years, Nancy Ott was elected as one of the tri- captains of the team. Next year she plans to attend Newberry College. Nancy is un- decided about her major, but she is inter- ested in secretarial work. Because she enjoyed watching rather than play- ing, Elizabeth Gressette served as score-keeper for the basketball teams. She plans to attend Columbia College where she will major in elementary educa- tion. Elizabeth wants to work with children in kin- dergarten. Nancy Carol Ott 89 Palmetto Girls’ and Boys1 Staters (1 to r): Gene Hodge, Elizabeth Gressette, Nancy Ott, and Larry Seckinger. Each year two girls and two boys are sent to Palmetto Girls' and Boys' State. The delegates were selected by the faculty. Selections were based on school and community activity. M ss DAR The recipient of the DAR Good Citizenship Award was Elizabeth Gressette. She was se- lected by the senior class and faculty on points of dependability, service, co-operation, cour- tesy, leadership, personality, and patriotism. 90 Athletes Honored at Banquet Presenting the Drummond Brandenburg Award to Bobby Zeigler is Mr. Jack Brandenburg. Molly Riley was recognized as head cheerleader and a basketball tri-captain. A near-capacity crowd heard Coach Paul Dietzel of the University of South Carolina address the Yel- low Jacket Booster Club and teams at the annual banquet. His talk, taken from the five letters of the word CHAMP, dwelt on the compulsory needs of the successful athlete as being a Challenge from within. Help from above. Adherence to the rules, Maximum effort at all times, and Paying the price. The Lineman of the Year trophy was presented to A. J. Wise. Bobby Zeigler received the Back of the Year award and the Drummond Brandenburg trophy, which is awarded for outstanding Christian character and athletic achievement in football and baseball. Glenn Walling received the Coaches' Award. (1 to r): Glenn Walling, recipient of the Coaches' Award; A. J. Wise, who received Lineman of the Year award; Bobby Zeigler. who received Back of the Year award. (1 to r): Co-captain elect, Fteddy Stabler; guest speaker, Coach Paul Dietzel; co-captain elect, Fairey Prickett, and Coach Otis S. Culclasure. Students Capture Honors For the third consecutive year, Ray Spires was selected for the All-State Band. This year's competition was held in Colum- bia for band students from all over the state. Ray is a sophomore at S.M. H. S. Robert Wardlaw was high salesman in the juniors’ magazine sale. For selling $196. 20 worth of magazines, Robert re- ceived a hair dryer. A. J. Wise was selected as first team guard for the All-State football team. Sports writers for THE STATE voted on the players. A. J. was also selected for the 7-B Conference first team All Stars and was chosen by the Times and Democrat sports writers for the Area All-Star team. Ray Spires 92 A. J. Wise at S.M.H.S Thomasine Blanton For the highest score on a comprehen- sive test and essay given to all senior girls, Thomasine Blanton was named Betty Crock- er Homemaker of Tomorrow. Thomasine will have a chance to compete for state and national honors. Bobby Zeigler broke a S.M. H. S. record in football this year. He rushed 310 yards in the Blackville-St. Matthews game. Bobby was chosen as second team half-back for the 7-B Conference All-Star team. He was also selected by the Times and Demo- crat sports writers for the Area All-Star team. Selected by the faculty for King Teen this year was Ray Sigmon. This selection enabled Ray to compete for a scholarship offered by Wofford College. Scholarship, leadership, and character are the basis for the King Teen competition. Bobby Zeigler 93 1967 � •: lh ius| iuil � IM •:nr CD Cn Lynch Jewelers Orangeburg, South Carolina Renneker's Orangeburg, South Carolina Sutcliffe Furniture Company Orangeburg, South Carolina Gressette Pest Control Company Orangeburg, South Carolina Home Service Finance Orangeburg, South Carolina Gray and Guidry Phone 534-7156 Orangeburg, South Carolina L. B. 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Orangeburg, South Carolina 105 SMOKE GIN COMPANY Phone 874-3661 St. Matthews, South Carolina BANKS FERTILIZER COMPANY Banks High Grade Fertilizers Insecticides Ice-Coal Phone 874-5411 St. Matthews, South Carolina D. H. BANKS SONS Esso Heat and Fuel Oil St. Matthews, South Carolina R. AND J. DRUGS PRESCMTIONS North, South Carolina CASH SAVINGS frus THE SMART PLACE TO GO... FOR GOOD THINGS TO EAT! 106 BUYCK COTTON COMPANY GRESSETTE MOTOR COMPANY St. Matthews, South Carolina St. Matthews, South Carolina BANK OF ORANGEBURG Full Service Bank Member of F. D. I. C. United Student Aid Funds FUTURE home OF + BANK OF ; ORANGEBURG CRIDER’S St. Matthews, South Carolina BERRY’S ON THE HILL Corner W. Bridge Railroad St. Matthews, South Carolina Orangeburg, South Carolina 107 Known for Service THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME Ambulance Service Telephone AL 2-4313 West Columbia, South Carolina FRIEDMAN’S JEWELERS -CL. from here,I’m going to Friedman’s where thedCtiOriis.. in jewelry ! 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Hopen1 6 days per week to serve you. At retirement some will be fishing and others will be wishing. Tucka- buckadayaway so you will be fishing. All lines of Insurance for farmers. BILLY DENT Southern Farm Bureau Service Agent 109 GUESS HARDWARE COMPANY John Deere Farm Equipment St. Matthews, S. C. Phone 874-2921 Keitt Hane, Sr. Bob Wimberly JEAN’S BEAUTY SHOP CARTER FURNITURE COMPANY Phone 874-2561 St. Matthews, South Carolina Phone 874-2331 St. Matthews, South Carolina FAIREY MOTOR COMPANY Quality-Economy-Courtesy Phone 874-3101 5£-$l. 00 Stores Phone 874-5551 St. Matthews, South Carolina St. Matthews, South Carolina 110 ORANGEBURG FURNITURE EXCHANGE Orangeburg, South Carolina CLEO'S JEWELRY AND GIFTS Orangeburg, South Carolina THE HAT BOX Orangeburg, South Carolina GARDEN SPOT FLORISTS St. Matthews, South Carolina CAMERON PHARMACY Cameron, South Carolina CAMERON BEDDING MANUFACTURING CO. Cameron, South Carolina if it's new------------it1 s at Downtown--Richland Mall Columbia, South Carolina Columbia's leading specialty store for women and children W. GLADDEN SMOKE Insurance and Pure Products Phone 874-7521 West Bridge Street St. Matthews, South Carolina ONE HOUR MARTINIZING Orangeburg, South Carolina PARTS SUPPLY COMPANY Orangeburg, South Carolina HERTA'S BEAUTY SHOP Phone 874-1224 St. Matthews, South Carolina KEMMERLIN'S GAS AND GROCERY Orangeburg, South Carolina 111 TRI-COUNTY ELECTRIC CO-OP Phone 874-5101 St. Matthews, South Carolina 112 TOTS ’N TEENS B. S. SERVICE CENTER St. Phone 874-2832 Matthews, South Carolina LINETT AGENCY GENERAL INSURANCE REAL ESTATE TAX SERVICE 874-5321 Phone 4921 St. Matthews, S. C. KNIGHT’S DRUG STORE Phone 874-2345 St. Matthews, South Carolina St. Matthews, South Carolina aCDUJiJfflataEJ 3 □ Y X CORPORATION OF CAMERON Phone TAylor 3-2211 of CAMERON. SOUTH C, YBEAN PRODUCTS PIERCE-YOUNG-ANGEL COMPANY WHOLESALE FOOD DISTRIBUTORS FRESH-FROZEN-CANNED-DRIED 3895 Meeting Street Road Phone 744-6221 Charleston Heights, South Carolina FINLEY OFFICE SUPPLY BOX 87 137 MIDDLETON ROAD Orangeburg, South Carolina The business staff of the 1967 SAINTS' SCROLL wishes to express its appreciation to our business friends in this area for their loyal support in making possible the publication of the 1967 SAINTS' SCROLL. As you select products and services, we hope you will give our list of advertisers preference over all others, and make possible their continued success in the future. The Advertising Staff Anna Rucker Advertising Manager 113 A Final Word The 1967 SAINTS' SCROLL has carried the individual through the varied aspects of St. Matthews High School--its student life, faculty, classes and activities. Each year the buildings remain the same--it is the individuals who make St. Matthews High School what it is. The staff of the 1967 SAINTS' SCROLL wishes to thank each person who helped make 1967 a suc- cessful year at St. Matthews High School and also to express its appreciation to those who helped with the publication of this book. 114 Student Index Name Page Martha Albergotti 46 Mary Blanche Albergotti 50 Jane Alexander 46 Sally Aram 46 Sam Arant 48 Robert Ayers 34 Gene Bailey 48 Angeleer Baker 42 Deb Baughman 48 Diane Bell 50 Otis Bell 42 Thomasine Blanton 34, 93 Elnora Bonaparte 48 David Bozard 46 Elaine Bozard 46 Jimmy Bozard 42 Karen Bozard 48 Michael Bray 50 Charlotte Buyck 42 John Buyck 48 Calvin Callahan 46 Rose Mary Callahan 50 Benny Caroll 46 Ginny Carroll 50 Jeanette Carroll 50 Phyllis Chavis 50 Gene Coker 42 Stephanie Cooper 42 Beverly Crider 42 Glenn Dale Crider 46 Linwood Crider 50 Lois Crider 34 Phil Crider 50 Robert Crider 43 Carroll Crim 48 48 Gladys Crim 48 Susan Crim 35 Carole Crook 43 Mollie Kate Dent 43 Woody Dent 50 Robbie DeMars 43 Lynn Duke 50 Wanda Dyches 50 Johnny Early 46 Millie Etheredge 48 Maurice Etheredge 35 Hal Fair 50 Clifton Fields 46 Chris Fogle 48 Andy Furtick 48 Bruce Furtick 35 Patricia Furtick 43 Ronnie Furtick 43 Sadie Furtick 48 Sally Furtick 48 Gloria Geiger 43 Judy Geiger 48 Harriet Glover 50 Ashby Gressette 48 Elizabeth Gressette 35, 89. 90 Jimmy Griggs 46 Wayne Grubbs 50 Danny Haigler 50 Lynn Hair 43 George Hair 50 Don Hammond 35 Melvin Hart 48 Kathy Heckle 48 Deborah Hildebrand 50 Leonard Hill 50 George Hodge 46 Gene Hodge 35 Gene Crim 115 Student Index (Cont) Tommy Hodge 48 Shirley Hoffman 46 Ernestine Howell 48 Bo Huff 43 Tommy Huff 48 Eris Hutto 35 Jack Hutto 43 Rita Hutto 46 Robert Hutto 50 Claudette Inabinet 46 Cliffy Inabinet 50 Gene Inabinet 46 Mary Ellen Inabinet 35 Michael Inabinet 48 Pam Inabinet 43 Sherry Inabinet 46 Judy Jackson 50 Nancy Kaigler 48 Doris Kaiser 35 Mary Kaiser 50 Robert Kaiser 36 David Kelly 46 Jackie Keefe 50 Julie Keefe 43 Bud Knight 46 Kristi Knight 49 Bob Lake 46 Debra Ann Livingston 49 Norris Jean Livingston 49 Ethel Livingston 51 Diane Lucas 44 Faye Mack 44 Glenn Mack 44 Idell Mack 44 Wayne Mack 36 Wayne Mack 51 June M elver 47 Joann Michael 49 Aubrey Millender 47 Johnnie Millender 36 Ronnie Millender 51 Thomas Murphy 51 Mike Nickells 36 Harry Ott 49 Nancy Ott 36, 89 Mike Ott 44 Kathy Parler 49 Mary Deloris Parler 49 Paul Parler not pictured Gene Paulling 51 Bill Phillips 51 Mykie Porth 36 Becky Prevatte 37 Joe Prevatte 37 Fairey Prickett 44 Kim Prickett 51 Steven Rahe 51 Ronnie Ridgeway 37 Randy Ridgeway 51 Jackie Riley 44 Molly Riley 37 Pat Riley 51 Frederick Robinson 47 Karen Robinson 49 Sandra Robinson 37, 88 Sarah Robinson 51 Anna Rucker 44 Diane Rucker 44 Elliott Rucker 49 Gene Ray Rucker 37 James Rucker 47 Jonnette Rucker 51 Ronnie Rucker 51 Wayne Rucker 51 116 Rodney Saylor Wanda Sauls Eddie Scott Larry Seckinger Betty Shingler Ramona Sigmon Ray Sigmon Danny Sikes Jimmy Sikes Simpson Sikes Fonsein Smith Kathy Smith Sarah Smith William Smith Cindy Smoak India Smoak Mary Smoak Rhonda Smoak Ronnie Spigner Stanley Spigner Brenda Spires Diane Spires Patsy Spires Ray Spires Melba Stabler Freddie Stabler Charles Stoudemire Stephanie Stone Linda Stroman Madeline Sturkie Gwen Swails Beth Taber William Taber Phil Taylor Joe Tidwell Marty Tiller Joseph Tomlinson Joanne Ulmer Student Index (Cont) 47 Tommy Ulmer 45 49 Glenn Walling 38 37 Lillian Walling 38 37 Linda Waltz 47 51 Suzette Waltz 38 47 Larry Wannamaker 39 37, 88, 93 Pat Wannamaker 49 47 Paul Wannamaker 51 47 Robert Ward law 45, 92 47 Teddy Weeks 47 38 Ken Westbury 47 47 David Westbury 51 49 Dickie Whetstone 39 51 Jackie Whetstone 51 44 Carol Wienges 47 38 Cathy Wienges 45 51 Marilyn Wienges 51 49 Dale Wilkes 51 44 Edwin Wilkes 45 51 Julian Wiles 49 47 A. J. Wise 39, 92 44 Billy Wise 45 51 Ellen Wise 47 47, 92 Rhonda Wise 45 44 Sandra Wise 49 44 Denver Lee Wright 45 44 Lena Wolfe 49 49 Melinda Wolfe 49 38 Nathan Wolfe 39 44 Martha Yelman 45 51 Ronnie Yelman 61 47 Alex Zeigler 45 51 Arlene Zeigler 47 47 Beverly Zeigler 51 49. Bobby Zeigler 39, 93 47 Carl Zeigler 47 51 Sandra Ann Zeigler 39 49 Sandra Zeigler 47 Autographs 118 NEWSFOTO Your Yearbook Publisher Band Gives Spring Concert For the first time a Bandman of the Year award was given to a mem- ber of the St. Matthews High band. The award was presented to Edwin Wilkes during the evening of the an- nual spring concert. Sonny Williams, owner of Williams Music Company, presented the award. A variety of entertainment was provided at the concert. The orches- tra played many new songs, as well as old favorites The sixth grade band also furnished the audience with a variety of songs. Catering to the young modem set, the stage band played many of the cur- rent hits. Julie Keefe sang one of the latest songs, Michelle. Later in the evening she returned to an earlier era and sang a beautiful arrangement of Over the Rainbow . Cindy Smoak offered two vocal arrangements also. Julie Keefe sings Over the Rainbow at the spring concert. Edwin Wilkes, along with Mr. Creekmore, displays the Bandman of the Year trophy. Golf Team Wins 7-B The members of the golf team are very happy after winning the conference match. They are Mykie Porth, Mike Nickells, Dickie Whetstone, Mr. Alex- ander, Bud Knight, and Tommy Huff. Bud Knight practices on the putting green. Coach Alexander explains the schedule to Mykie Porth. Tommy Huff puts his clubs on the cart before the tournament. Conference Tournament J+ £ Mike Nickells hits his second shot from the sand trap. The St. Matthews golf team showed progress in its second year of play. The boys had a successful season--winning most of their matches. The highlight of the year was the winning of the District 7-B tourna- ment. The St. Matthews team hosted this event as it was played at the Calhoun Coun- try Club. Winning the tournament match en- titled the team to play in the State Class B tournament. This year the tournament was played in Allendale. Six teams entered the state play-offs. The St. Matthews team placed fourth. The tournament was conducted by medal play or total score. The St. Matthews golf team is made up of boys from the ninth through the twelfth grades. This year the boys worked hard and were rewarded by capturing the district win. Representing St. Matthews were Mike Nickells, Mykie Porth, Dickie Whetstone, Bud Knight, and Tommy Huff. Mr. J. B. Alexander coached the boys. Mykie Porth drives off the first tee. Dickie Whetstone sinks a putt for a birdie. 3 Jackets Open the Season The St. Matthews Yellow Jackets hustle to the field to begin the game with Edisto. The St. Matthews Yellow Jackets began the 1967 baseball season with a bang. They defeated their first six opponents. These wins put the Jackets at the top of the conference stand- ings. However, they were beaten by Bamberg 4-3 in an exciting game. The Jackets, ready for revenge, bounced back and defeated Blackville, only to be overcome by the North Eagles 13-9. The next few games were hard ones for the Jackets, but they got back in the winning column by defeating Blackville for the second time. For the last game of the season, the Jackets beat Cameron 8-4. Leading the Jackets' hitting were Mykie Porth, Don Hammond, and Teddy Weeks. Mike Nickells was the leading pitcher, with a 3-1 record. The end of the season found the St. Matthews Yellow Jackets in fourth place in the conference standings. 1967 Baseball Schedule St. Matthews 6 Cameron 3 St. Matthews 5 Orangeburg 3 St. Matthews 3 Denmark-Olar 1 St. Matthews 6 Jackson 5 St. Matthews 9 Edisto 8 St. Matthews 3 Bamberg 4 St. Matthews 14 Blackville 1 St. Matthews 1 Elloree 4 St. Matthews 10 North 14 St. Matthews 2 Denmark-Olar 3 St. Matthews 0 Jackson 14 St. Matthews 8 Blackville 5 St. Matthews 0 Bamberg 6 St. Matthews 1 North 3 St. Matthews 8 Cameron 4 Bubby Prickett makes it to first as Denmark’s baseman misses the ball. 4 With a Winning Streak FRONT ROW (1 to r): Frederick Robinson, Steve McNeil, Jimmy Bozard, Bruce Furtick, Eddie Scott, Teddy Weeks, Bud Knight, Larry Seckinger. BACK ROW: Bo Huff, manager; Edwin Wilkes; Bubby Prickett; Mike Nickells; Freddie Stabler; Don Hammond; Ray Sigmon; Coach Culclasure. Don Hammond waits to put Denmark's man out at third. Jimmy Bozard's powerful hit brings in two runs for St. Matthews. 5 Edwin Wilkes (far left) waits for the gun to begin the half-mile relay run. Jacket Cindermen Take Bubby Prickett hands off the baton to A. J. Wise during the half-mile relay. Bob Lake runs the low hurdles for St. Matthews in Allendale. Don Hammond clears 5’9 in the high- jump competition. 6 Up, up, and over. Mykie Porth clears Bo Huff hurls the shot put for the Jack- 10 ft. 6 in. during the pole-vault ets at the Conference meet, elimination. Mykie Porth broad jumps 20' to capture second place in the conference. Second Place in Conference FRONT ROW (1 tor): A. J. Wise, George Hodge, Robbie DeMars, Frederick Robinson, Gene Inabinet, Harry Ott. BACK ROW: Bob Lake, Mykie Porth, Bubby Prickett, Edwin Wilkes, Don Hammond, Bo Huff, Coach Ott. With eight returning men, the St. Matthews track team cap- tured second place at the Con- ference meet. Edwin Wilkes placed in the 100 and 220 yard runs. Don Hammond placed in the high jump and high hurdles events. Mykie Porth's jump of 20 feet captured for him a place in the broad jump event. The medley relay team also placed. These boys went to the Lower State meet. By winning the half-mile re- lay, Buddy Prickett. Edwin Wil- kes, Frederick Robinson, and A. J. Wise were also eligible for the Lower State meet. Five boys represented St. Matthews in the State meet. Don Hammond took second place in the high jump event, and the half-mile relay team placed second. 7 Pirates' Cove Enhances Dreams Mike Ott and Wanda Sauls waltz to the Look-- a hidden treasure! The servants greedily examine the treas- music in the Pirates' Cove. ure chest during intermission. of Treasure and Romance A. J. Wise and his date enjoy dancing to music of the Grand Dukes. For all those attending the junior- senior prom this year, the evening was filled with dreams of a mystic land of pirates, palm trees, and treasurers. The ship, through which one passed as he entered, was complete with anchor and sail. Looking out from the gangplank of the ship, one saw an island on which a treasure chest, laden with jewels, stood. Across the back wall of the gym hung the pirates' symbol--a skull and cross- bones. Bamboo and palm trees were also found growing in this land of the Pirates’ Cove. Over all this splen- dor shone a full moon and a starlit sky. Departing from tradition, the meal was served buffet style. Punch was served from a bamboo hut shrouded with fishnets and moss. Dressed as pirates, the servants provided entertainment during the evening. Music was furnished by the Grand Dukes. Servants. FRONT ROW (1 to r): Bud Knight, head; David Bozard; Marty Tiller; Gene Inabinet; Teddy Weeks; Ray Spires. BACK ROW; Ellen Wise, Rita Hutto; Sherry Inabinet; Jane Alexander; Carol Wienges. May Court is Filled FRONT ROW (1 to r): Ann Harvin Whetstone, flower girl; Jaqueline Campbell, crown bearer; Jerry Chastain and Linda Wylie, train bearers; Russ Flake, crown bearer; Molly Ott, flower girl. SECOND ROW; Madeline Sturkie; Claudette Inabinet; Rhonda Smoak; Eris Hutto; Dianne Rucker, maid-of-honor; Molly Riley, queen; Don Ham- mond, King; Marilyn Wienges; Beverly Zeigler; Ramona Sigmon; Carole Crook; Suzette Waltz. BACK ROW: Sam Arant, Wayne Grubbs. Frederick Robinson, Wayne Mack, Fairey Prickett, Marty Tiller, Robbie DeMars, Woody Dent, Gene Hodge, Chris Fogle. Queen Molly Riley and King Don Hammond, followed by their court, form the receiv- ing line after May Court. 10 With Regal Splendor An air of royal expectancy was prevalent as. many guests witnessed the May Court festivities. Prior to the introduction of the attendants, music was furnished by the SAINTS. After the heralds announced the beginning of the festivi- ties, master-of-ceremonies, Ray Sigmon, in- troduced the court attendants. The highlight of the evening was the crowning of Queen Molly Riley and King Don Hammond by Superinten- dent H. F. Garris. Entertainment was provided for the court. This year’s entertainment was varied. It in- cluded a baton-twirling act, singing, and a song-and-dance routine by Pam Inabinet, «the former Miss Teenage Columbia. Following the entertainment, the court at- tendants formed a receiving line to greet their guests. The May Court festivities are sponsored an- nually by the Student Council. The king, queen, and maid-of-honor are chosen by the student body. Each class selects four attendants for the court. Molly Riley awaits with her train bearers, Jerry Chas- tain and Linda Wylie, before her entrance to May Court. Molly Riley and Don Hammond, Queen and King of the May, watch as the May Court performers pro- vide entertainment. 11 Class Day-a As Eris Hutto reads the Class Will, Mike Nickells presents Teddy Weeks the key to Ma Spires's store. Big Success Mary Ellen Inabinet relates the history of the Class of 1967. Nancy Ott Chosen Star Student Star Student Nancy Ott gets some help with her trigonometry homework from Mr. Thad Ott, who was chosen Star Teacher. 12 Palmetto Girls’ and Boys' State Delegates Carole Crook and Anna Rucker. Alter- Delegates Edwin Wilkes and Bo Huff, nates Cindy Smoak and Diane Rucker (not pictured). Cindy Smoak plans her speech for the office of vice- -- , . e 0 . _ „ v % Bo Huff and Edwin Wilkes leave for Boy s State president at Palmetto Girls State. ... ... , _. , . r which was held at the Citadel. „ , , f Scholastic Achievement Three girls captured top honors for scholastic achievement at graduation this year. Having maintained an average of 97, Elizabeth Gressette re- cevied the valedictory award. Only three tenths of a point lower, Nancy Ott was the salutatorian. Sandra Rob- inson, with an average of 96.4, was the recipient of the honor graduate award. Honors were not reserved for the seniors only. Anna Rucker was pre- sented with the D. A. R. American History Award for having maintained the highest average in American his- tory for the past year. Nine juniors were selected to serve as graduation marshals. These students had an average of 90 or above for their year's work. Honor graduate, Sandra Robinson, relates past events in the school life of the graduating se- niors. Nine juniors served as marshals at graduation. They are (1 to r) Frank Huff; Fairey Prickett; Anna Rucker, head; Martha Yelman; Carole Crook; Melba Stabler; Madeline Sturkie; Gene Coker; and Edwin Wilkes. 14 is Honored at Graduation Anna Rucker receives the D.A.R. American history award from Mr. Ott. Nancy Ott extends a welcome to everyone in her saluta- tory speech. Elizabeth Gressette expresses thanks to friends, family, and the faculty in her valedictory. 15 Thirty-Eight Graduate Elizabeth Gressette and Nancy Ott lead the seniors into the auditorium for the graduating exercises. Eris Hutto accepts the I Dare You award from Mr. As thirty-eight seniors marched into the audito- rium on graduation night, they realized that after twelve long years of hard study, they had finally achieved their goal--they were graduating! After the presentation of the flags and the sing- ing of the National Anthem, Nancy Ott welcomed the guests in her salutatory speech. The seventh grade band entertained the seniors and guests with an instrumental and vocal arrangement. Honor graduate Sandra Robinson gave a brief history of the past school year-highlighting the seniors in her speech. Elizabeth Gressette presented a challenge to the senior class and issued the farewell in her vale- dictory speech. Awards were presented for vocational as well as scholastic achievement. Larry Wannamaker and Molly Riley received awards in Vocational Agricul- ture and Home Economics. Sandra Robinson was given the Business Award. Eris Hutto and Mike Nic- kells were presented the 'T Dare You Awards. Anna Rucker received the D. A. R. American His- tory award. The bus drivers collected their pay checks and were given certificates for their out- standing jobs. Mr. Lawrence M. Gressette presented the diplo- mas to the graduating seniors. The audience then rose and sang the Alma Mater. Thirty-eight young men and women—no longer seniors—marchcd out to face the world. Nancy Ott approaches Mr. Lawrence Gressette to re- ceive her diploma. 16