Taft High School - Tracks Yearbook (Taft, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1969 volume:

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I . . -M K Md . ,bX.,,., .:.L n w? 9 Jim' o o Com pehhon . . . the effort by two or more parties to win a contest I0 Celebraiion to express Satisfaction 'V , ' - W ' fu wif , , ' Pa: M A - M-. , ,p . m Coming to Taft High School for a year of study is Sue Benison of Perth, Australia. Sue came to Taft early in August and will retum to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Benison, sometime in late July of this year. By having Sue here, it is hoped that the youth of Taft, as well as the IGSI of the community, will learn more about the land of Australia, its people and its customs. Most of all, it is hoped that the motto of the American Field Service, who is sponsoring our sec- ond AFS student, will be carried out. This motto: Walk together, talk together o ye people of the earth: Then and only then Shall ye have peace. is the foundation by which we hope to build greater peace and a better understanding of the lands and peoples of the world. .r ', f- 53-if W, ii' . L... 2' k v-.vu as-Q.. 3 k 4'9v.,,x :rl......a- I2 1 I 5 . w V ,1 5 mfg' K, . f. 3 WL- :J I., 3' Q,3i.: ?.i, In -, -z, 5 f, -rr.. zrzzrfw- '- if '-fax 1 Qupermiendeni Shape School Policies. ' - V STANDING: Bob Paterson, Robert H ' Lerrna, Fred Floerke, Tillman Thread ' W ' gill, Jr., C. R. Marsh. SEATED: Kathrine Crawford Melba Tims Henry Poteet Ruth Eichblatt LIBRARIAN LIBRARY ASST. COUNSELOR TAX OFFICE SEC. .I4 'Yi -, ,, .1 .- Nw'-f -.-m.14f,Af sa :k,,k, .W X I: f '39 Carl Waddle, Supermtendentg Dr. John Twmel, Presidentg Emmitt Flinn, Secretary. Maxine Glasson Deon Howard SUPERINTENDENTS PR.iNC1PAL'S SEC . SEC . Superiniendeni CARL WADDLE Principal I. W. BOOHER Curriculum Direcior I. FRED ROTZLER Business Manager GENE PULLIN as s W' n-.,.. ,ws M, fn We -9 ACADEMICS Za 2 li ls ll yu at sf ,. ,.. as li. x LEON TOMLIN I VA and FFA Teach Leadership. Responsibilifg Classes in Vocational Agriculture at THS are augmented with FFA projects to equip interested young men with a number of useful skills. Greenhand parliamentary procedure and livestock judging con- tests challenge VA I students while VA ll, VA Ill, and VA IV boys are taught livestock and plant disease control and farm management. Agriculiure l l 1 1 if 6 L. l Ari and Music Qiimulaie Culiural Environmeni Cultural development does not end with literature and classic writings but extends further into the world of art and music. These departments stress that creating is still important in to- days scientific world. PAUL GILMORE MARTIN WIND X -XY ,,, Ari and Music ...QW V Hrtw' FRANKLIN l . ., ,in MCALLISTER BETTY PYRON 5 FLORENCE MAYFLELD , I K K 1 I LX'lA1lllil!li!QkX'R-. h1!?iJl'5tN'1k1'l7 Commercial Courses Develop Skills for Fuiure Jobs The business curriculum at THS trains students in the development of attitudes, qualities and abilities in commer- cial skills which will be valuable to him in both personal and vocational jobs. With crowded classes, the business depart- ment faculty has been expanded to include three teachers. Commercial 20 HE and FHA Sfress fhe Prac+icaI Endeavoring to prepare the young homemaker for the world of tomorrow, the H.E. department teaches not only the fundamentals of cooking and sew- ing, but also child care, first aid, in- surance, and other essential and practi cal facets of homemaking . In preparing the young homemaker for a bright future, THS offers those interested girls a complete four-year H.E. curriculum. QA IACQUELYN SANDERS PHYLLIS THEIb I ALICIA rtomrs a 2, Home Economics Maih and Science Challenge Progressive Youih In today's ever-changing world, an unlimited expanse of knowledge is open for exploration by young minds in the world of science. A variety of subjects is available and all are hungry for young scientists and mathematicians. The discovery of a new fact, watching a chemical reaction, solving for the unknown quantity, x is exciting, so much so that this is perhaps the reason why these subjects are so popular among the students at T.H.S. PKI' JOHN CROSS BOB DAVIS FRED GRAHAM HANK HALVORSON QI S - Sill ,W WX Maih and Science 22 English Courses Provide a Solid Liierarg Background Filmstrips, records and convenient paper-back novels are invaluable aids to the THS English Department. The teachers in this section realize the importance of an intel- lectually stimulated mind. As they planned the curriculum for the student's required four-year study, they tried to make the English program detailed, while still covering as much material as possible. ' ALFREDA RANKIN EVELYN MAPLES LINDA STAPPER FRANCIS PHELPS RAY VON ROSENBERG 23 Language Aris Aihleiic Aciiviiies Stress Healih and Recreaiion The goal of the Physical Education program at THS is to help the students realize that if he starts life fit, chances are he'll stay that way. The pro- gram includes many different physical fitness pro- grams. Phgsical Educafion GLADYS THREADGILL mzHmummm as HERB SIGLE ll 1 JOSEPH FERKO P hir . Social Qiudies Promoie Iniernaiional Undersianding History courses hold the key to better international relations. A complete knowledge of other countries en- courages peace by opening the doors to understanding and cooperation. Learning the customs, ideals and prin- ciples of other countries enables a student to gain valuable insight into the world around him. This is the basis of the Social Studies department. 25 Social Qfudies Siudenis Uiilize Bilingual Opporfuniiies Taft lies just 150 miles southwest of the Rio Grande River which forms the boundary line between the United States and Mexico. For an effective and friendly relationship between the Americans and Mexicans in this area, a bilingual vocabulary is important. The tools for the mastery of the Spanish language are offered in the curriculum at THS in Spanish I and II. Spanish 26 V 1 ZS V.I.C. Courses Teach Valuable Skills To create an interest in industry and to prepare students to live a more productive life is the goal of Vocational Industries. It endeavors to train the hands as well as the rnind. No matter how large or small the job, their task is important for themselves, as well as others. ARTHUR FIELDER ARTHUR MCMILLIN 2, Vocalional Indusirial Y 41- , 45 s' -hs. ACTIVITIES ., ..,, . f.a,.,,.-1.5 -ez, , - 1' 1 wgqkz., . Y . ' ' 5 t l : , ga? Y' 'Fr .sf ' K. .. 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Exchange student Sue Benison is presented to students at assembly by principal I. W. Booher. Mr. Graham prepares test for unanxious class. W 30 Firsi Week Filled Wiih Fun and Work On September 3 , Taft High School opened its doors to begin the l968-69 school year to an enrollment of 383 students. ln the opening day assembly, the faculty members and this year's foreign exchange student, Sue Benison, from Australia, were introduced by Principal Wilbur Booher before beginning classes. Mr. Booher reviewed the school policies explained in the Student Handbook. One of the highlights of the first week of school was the organization of a spirit club under the direction of homemaking teacher, Mrs. Jacquelyn Sandars and Mr. Booher. The members of this club co-operated with the cheerleaders and pep squad to build up the spirit of the students. The members began their work by making signs for the first football game of the year for the Grey- hound's against their age-old rivals, the Sinton Pirates. Also during the first week of school, many other clubs held meetings to elect their officers and to organize the year's activities. The Student Council discussed plans for Homecoming and the best Band in the west, the Greyhound band began practicing for their half -time performances. While students busily plan the new school year, the faculty introduced the academic foundations for learn- ing. A combination of work and fun were displayed by everyone to make the 1968-69 school year a success. i Students get the library organized for the coming school year. Members of the band return from a hard day's practice for a rest. id TOP: Cheerleaders and twirleis do a porn- pon and twirling routine during a pep rally LEFT: Cheryl Phillips seems to be showing her enthusiasm at one of the pep rallies. RIGHT: Mrs. Roylene Hunt, an ex-cheer leader from Taft High, shows her spirit at the bonfire . LEFT: Mr. Waddle supports the Greyhounds at a pep rally. RIGHT: The Greyhounds accept praise for victories. if r-,- Q ' E3 Pep Rallies Builders of School Qpiril The pep rallies throughout football season were a source of encouragement 'to our football players. It would be hard to imagine a successful pep rally without including the stirring music played by the band and the twirlirrg routines which were so carefully prepared by the majorettes. There were also added attractions such as speeches, skits, and inspiring posters. 0ur energetic cheerleaders led effective yells that stimulated school spirit, which on most occasions lead the Greyhounds to victories. 33 The fire was lighted and the mem- ories of football, homecoming, and past bonfires appeared. As the bonfire grows, Some people always seem to have the spirit grows. their mouths open. 4f xs, ' E W.:---5 t of aas, f 5 34 Homecoming Week Is Full of Exciiemeni During Homecoming Week the Student Council sponsored Spirit Week. The week consisted of stu- dents dressed according to the specific day and prizes were awarded to the best dressed each day. The days were Blue Monday, Psychadelic Tuesday, Western Wednesday, Dress-up Thursday, and Spirit Friday. Mary Jane Schmidt dressed as Indian on Western Day. Dress-up winners were Lucille Lott and Juan Castellano. R 1 tiist ' ,, sg? is stt,tf,t ,ttrtr,,tt Q' ff 5 5 ,Q ' X s ,pyl I ,X g by Q J -I ' K the Q Psychadelic winner - Blue Monday winner - Blue Monday winner - Leon Rhodes Anne Ayers Robert Sturgeon 35 If Seniors Win Hall Coniesi Gail Ivey, president of the Senior class, accepts the award for the best hall from Suzie Threadgill, president of the Student Council. Seniors use Western theme to decorate their hall. Juniors display Spirit From the House of Juniors. Sophomores trash-out with Dump the Longhorns. Wi. . ggi-- ffv my fi 42 sr rr Cold and Rain Accompang Homecoming The crowd tries their best to keep warm during the football game. Interest in the game keeps the players too busy to get cold. Students huddle together to keep warm. . f 'f'?? . 5. -,,, J A The seniors of the band were honored during the pre -game ceremonies. Cheryl Shelburne Crowned Foolball Sweeihearl On a cold chilly night Cheryl Shelbum was crowned Football Sweetheart by Jimmy Miller, left, and Frank Davis, who were both injured players of this season. 1968 Sweetheart gets a kiss from Jimmy Miller. 38 Nominees These girls were also cho- sen by the football players as candidates for Sweet- heart. MISS CLARA GARCIA MISS GAIL IVEY MISS CARMIEN GALINDO MISS VALERIE BECKER MISS JOYCE ROTZLER 39 Drama Class Presenis Our Town TOP RIGHT: Ann Rachel and Buddy Howard, the sweethearrs of the play, have a serious discussion. BOTTOM Wedding of the sweethearts. P? 'TY' if 1 L , ' 3 ,, iv E , ,--N L-1 .sbw wwfsf L- - sew L o Us n , 3 . E , 1 f x 2 s 2 1 L f fs Q 2 H3-EL A ,X 3-1' Q 1 n . Pi' are 40 Seniors Preseni . . . ,fi -,t fi al 6 Y :gl l The Madwomen sing and dance as the Senior play comes to a close. Gail Ivey, as Countess Aurelia, and Sandy Gracey, as Constance, act together as the leading Madwomen. The Madwoman Debie Marsh portrays her acting ability in the role of Iosephine. ' ll al of 4I Siudenis Pariicipaie in Chrisimas Aciiviiies The student body participated in the Christmas parade sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce by building floats and driving decorated cars. The color guards led the parade with formations of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts following. Santa Claus arrived downtown with candy for the children. The parade is looked forward to by everyone each year. The Taft Band, led by Drum major Cheryl Phillips, added to the festive mood by playing Christmas music as they march- ed in the parade. Students show Christmas spirit by decorating tree. S9-T1dY GIEICCY WHS 3 Sad C10W1'1- F 42 As a result of magazine sales, Mr. Wind gets pie in face. Betty Koonce's entry in the Make It With Wool Contest in San Antonio placed third. The Spanish Club sponsored a party for pre-school children. 43 F.F.A., F.H.A.. and 4-H Take Pari in Counig Show Richard Threadgill carefully looks over his horse before the judging starts. Charles Tomlin shows his win- Melvin Burch seems quite ning sheep . proud of his hog . J' Dennis Brezina seems interest- ed in winning a ribbon. 44 A few girls found time to relax after a tedious day at the County Show. Melanie Becker Joyce Rotzler, Carolyn Wendel Lynne Lavender and Helen Cox model their prize winning clothes. 45 Assemblies Are of Inieresi io Qiudenis During the school year, a variety of assemblies were presented to the student body. Sue Bension, our sec- ond foreign student, spoke at varied times to the student body. The band also presented an assembly with ap- propriate music for the Christmas SE3SO1'1. T i Sue Bension addresses the students at an assembly The Taft High Band presents a Christmas concert for the students. Siudeni Council Sponsors Eleoiions R. Montgomery candidate for Student Council. Students CaSI ballots for election Student Body analyzes candidates' positions on the issues. 41 Fan+asg of Flowers Is Prom Theme Preparation for the Junior and Senior Prom began during the beginning of the first semester of school with many money-making projects. The Junior Class, room mothers, and sponsors worked very hard to present a most beautiful prom. I James Burch and Dru Ivey seem to enjoy the dancing at the prom uniors and Seniors enjoy the food and decoration at the prom. rfiemwziil F .I 48 Qi gf. I 1 . t - A filflfl 'N --. - 'X ,, men' ,Q ' 5 ,- . . ., 1 . - ' -is isis i ' Students arrive at the prom. Janie Cox and her date enjoy the food. in Miss Threadgill and Miss Mayfield enjoy the prom. As the band played the dance floor became crowded. Each junior and senior se elegance and grace. 49 emed to be in a new world of s Q Taff High Welcomes AFQ'ers The Taft High Student Council sponsored an assembly for the foreign exchange students. There were students from England, France, Sweden, Italy, Paraguay, Thailand, Finland, Switzerland, Iceland, and Australia. They brought much enjoyment to the students. Foreign students take part in a panel discussion held bv the Student Council. These were the students who participated in the discussion during the assembly. FGDCG SWS 9 englu 50 l f Z, , 7 Qffiillz. , W ri I r l All of the foreign students gather around the Homemaking Cottage before the lunch was served. it Homemaking girls gel-Ve themselves at the Becky Pinkett really seems to be enjoying her lunch with lunchegn. the SIl1d6l'1tS. ,gtjigffg i it A The students converse while eating the foreign foods prepared by the Homemaking girls. Sue Bension fills her plate with delicious foods ig l -,,... I . , f 5l XX Xt Home and Family Life Class Holds Mock Reoepfion L These girls learned to serve wedding cake. These girls worked at the grooms table English 9+uden+'s Celebraie Birihdag Wifh Projeois English Students turn in their projects to celebrate Mr. Von's Birthday. Patti Toland explains her English project as the class looks on. 52 Band Bar-B-Que ls Held ai Sinion Park ws 's A 4- A Q s rf: 'K L --'ff 'W 'Qi .71 55 Iffll' A ' If sf ..r sserr 5 X, 'W 5.55 k . k Eff' 5 Z f ,N A HW Q ff' w 515-I ' I '- ' Lhk' ' r x A ' 'MAY' R X 'go ., x , , .,, Debie Marsh and Ted Nelson received honor awards for band. Food and laughs make the bar-b-que a success. Everyone seems to be enjoying the bar-b-que Kathy Toland, Jan Threadgill, and Valerie Becker enjoy the bar-b-que given by the Band Boosters. 53 Circle R Dude Ranch Siie of Senior Trip This year the Seniors took a short trip up to the Circle R Ranch in Medina, Texas. The day was filled with a variety of activities which ranged from eating, swimming, and being alone jus.t to be able to enjoy the quiet atmosphere. The delicious food was enjoyed by the seniors. Seniors enjoy a splash in the cool pool. Coach Halverson takes a moment of rest from the seniors. 54 -H f -X w Y ,ffy xl . 1 5: 4 5 TOP: The senior boys find it enjoying to row down the river. 1 ,Q I V 5:5 9 fm new ,, - ' ,kk M- ' ' CENTER: Some senior fkifi' ff A- boys took time out for - ef: ., A 5 a little game of vol- 1 T leyball. BOTTOM: TH E LINE UP E 5 H Q, a xg - 'E 1 x?5'X' Fun In The River. Mi? ,M bfi .. F tru. 55 We Are +he Builders of Homes . . The Future Homemakers of America gives many girls a chance to delve into their home- making talents and to produce items of unbeliev- able quality. Every year the new officers are installed at a formal ceremony. This instal- lation instills in the girls a true pride of home- making. F,H,A, is a club for girls who wish to work, learn, and have a lot of fun. Sylvia Beyer gets installed as new President. Carolyn Wendel serves cake to pw., V M913 56 the members Will and Prophecg Laugh-Dui Wiih ihe Greek Gods i , jr TL' 9 I fm? M i 'RN get X I f null' TOP: The Juniors Present the theme Laugh-Out . CENTER: The speaker holds their undivided attention. BOTTOM: You can bet your sweet bippy that I am busy tonite and every night. RIGHT TOP: The chorus girls did their chorus. RIGHT BOTTOM: Bobby Suarez, Speedy Hamilton, and James Wagner made their appearance at the party. 57 Qs '. W O? E W , 4 E 4 K 'MW 5' DEWW 1 . 5 it Fl ag it DWMW 1 Q pf 1 V I is i 0 pf: A Z0 Mr. Von Rosenburg rises to present the English award. , 'fWZs'Q?1 gzfgzfgzes r V Q- , r n df, fi as X - an U A , Q 'igg iii 9101? 0 9.1 'T 'F' , We Q 2635 fi D,A,R, AWARD - Mary Lou Medina E W Q 2 Phu. 58 i , . n r .41-, H 4. Anne Ayers was presented the Silver Thimble Award by the Junior Wo- man's Club. 5 v1'.f'Z5P Betty Jean Koonce proudly 1101415 her Becky Pinkett received Crisco Award, Crocker Award. U, S, Navy Photo Jody Paterson received the Navy Cruise Award with Science Project in the Corpus Christi Fair. 59 the Betty gm snug., . 2 5 3 'W' u. g if 'vi' V' v -M TY: 33 , Qi f Students receiving awards were seated in front of the student body. If I-3 ..f Miss Sue Benison gave her Farewell speech with Theresa L811gSD. FHA P1'SSid6I1I, PFBSGHISC1 MI'- mixed emgtigng. Booher with red roses as a token of appreciation. 60 I if E 1: ? ! I1 Q I 4 E 4 i 1 1 ! 2 1 'A ii fi 1 1 I F 5 1 L 1 -. 'P 2 4 ll 4 I rf 4 s 5 I ,, W ' :w J ' if ATHLETICS FRONT ROW C1-rj: Rivera, Washington, Flinn, Galindo, Huestis, Garcia, and Green. MIDDLE ROW fl-ry: Burch Rayborn, Sutton, G. Davis, Hamilton, Hodges, Suarez, Heck, and Miller. TOP ROW Q1-ry: F. Davis, Rendon, Hardy, Orta, Mendez, Nance, Homann, Gabrysch, Beyer, Hisey, and Rachal. 'P-District 'H'-Homecoming BI-DISTRICT: GOLIAD 30, TAFT 6 GREYHOUNDS 1969 GAM.E SCHEDULE TEAM RESULTS PLACE Sinton 14 -14 here Aransas Pass 14- 8 there Gregory - Port. 0-29 there Refugio 6 -63 here 'Woodsboro 9- 6 here 'Ca1a11en 6 - 2 there 'Rockport 21 -2 O here 'Mathis 33- 8 there 'f 'George West 12- 8 here 'tlngleside O- 8 there 64 UUAC? Edlxcif :S J, 1, ,mf COACHES Q1-rj: Poppy Rodriquez, Roy Stegall, and headcoach Herb Sigle. ALL-DISTRICT TEAM Q1-ry: Von Lee Heck, Ronnie Homann, Bobby Nance, Ernest Rendon Ernest Mendez, Ray Gabrysch, and Rusty Raybom. 65 Texas football magazine rates Hounds I in class 28AA Taft, inton Tie, 14--14 TAFT - Two old South Texas football rivals, the Taft Grey- hounds and Sinton Pirates, bat- tled to a 14-14 tie here Friday night in a light drizzle in a sea- son-opening contest for both teams. Taft got on the scoreboard first midway in the miuai quar- ter as fullback Ray Gabrysch went 72 yards before being tac- kled on the three-yard-line. Two plays later Gabrysch buckedd over the score. Quarterback James Burch passed to halfback Frank Davis for the two extra points. Sinton came back shortly be- fore the half as fullback Gary Gibson went over from the two- yard line to cap a 50-yard drive. Quarterback Craig Chafin's pass to Gibson was good for the extra points and a 8-8 half-time tie. Sinton took the lead in the fourth quarter after a Taft punt was fumbled at the Taft 20. Halfback Elias Casas scored from the five-yard-line a few plays later. The attempted con- version kick failed. Taft marched the ensuing kickoff 40 yards with Burch passing to Marshall Green, a halfback, for the tying tally. A run for the points after failed. Sinton led in first downs, 16 to 9. Gabrysch paced all ruruieis with 187 yards rushing. Quarterback Burch thrown for a loss against G-P. ,- 66 Wildcats Run Taft Ragged, Winrdng 29-0 PORTLAND - The Gregory- Portland Wildcats outclassed the Taft Greyhounds, 29-0, here Fri- day night. The Wildcat defensive unit al- lowed Taft as far as the Wildcat 33-yard line only once and shook the ball loose 10 times. The Greyhounds lots four of the bob- bles. Gregory-Portland scored with 4:32 left in the first period as fullback Gene Coke plunged over from the one, capping a 52-yard march. The point kick failed. T The Wildcats rolled again on a 69-yard drive in the second quarter. The highlight was a 57- yard pass from Leland Dubose to end Ken Willis who worked his way behind the secondary with the help of Leland's fakery of a running play. Again the kick failed. The half ended 12 to 0. Punt Fumbled Early in the third period Wild- cat Gregg' Avery punted 45 yards. James Burch fielded the kick on his 10, retreated, looking for an opening and fumbled when hit hard by Harry Mc- Daniel and Robert Flesher. The ball floated free into the end- ozone and Ken Willis fell on it for six points. , Albert Fixmer, Belgian lad who has been in this country for two years, found the range with his left-footed soccer kick, mak- ing the score 19 to 0. Field Goal Good After a 47-yard drive fizzled on the Taft 10, Fixmer kicked a 27-yard field goal and added three points. Midway in the fourth period M c D a n i el scored from two yards out on a drive play. The drive had carried from the Taft 35. Fixrner's kick was good once more. Dubose connected on nine of 16 passes for 190 yards. Contrib- uting to the tough Wildcat de- fense were Chip. Newton, Mc- Daniel, Ken Brannon, Mike Rus- sell and Ray Rackley. Hound' Make Breaks To Top Panthers Taft A. P. First Downs 10 8 Yards Rushing 97 118 Yards Passing 24 25 Passes Attempt. 8 It Passes Comp. 2 3 Passes Int. By 2 'I Punts 4-32 5-28 Penalties 5-65 'I I-84 Fumbles Lost By 2 3 TAFT TC TY 80 Rondon 8 3 35 Hamilton 'I2 27 88 Davis 15 55 I 5 Huestis 3 'I 'IO Burch 6 'I 'I TOTALS 44 97 ARANSAS PASS TC TY 30 Howard 5 9 'I0 Moore 9 20 22 Escamilla 'I6 64 33 Riddle 2 'I 1 I2 Branch 3 -.9 44 Heath 9 23 TOTALS 44 1 18 Ureaks played a big part in Taft's 14-8 victory over Aransas Pass last Friday nigfht with both sides getting their share but Taft managed- to captalize on o n e more than the Panthers. Individual honors went to Rus- ty Rayborn, 162 pound junior end, who played one of the best games of his career as he rc- covered two fumbles, caught a touchdown pass and punted well. He was also a power on defense. The game was pretty evenly. matched as neither teeam was able to move consistently against the other on the ground or through the air. Taft managed for two 'more first downs than Aransas Pass but the Panthers were able bo stack up more yard- age on the ground and in the air. Scoring action came mid-way in the second quarter when the hard rushing Ilouml line contri- buted to a fourth down Panther miscue, giving Tait the ball on the Aranss Pass 26-yd line. Da- vis punched the 'ball over to score and Bill Flinn kicked the extra point to give Taft a lead that stood at half time at 7 to 0. A bad snap again featured on the next scoring play. Tait at- tempted to get a kick off from the end zone had a safety scored on them when the ball sailed over the punters head into the end zone. Rayborn recovered his second fumble of the evening to set the Hounds in motion for their next score which ended when Burch passed to Rayborn in the end zone. Flinn added the extra point and Taft led 14 to 2. A costly Hound fumble set the stage for the next Panther score and a completed pass gave the score - 14 to 8. Hounds prepare to stop Aransas Pass again. Emest Rendon is brought down after a short gain as Willie Ona looks on . 67 plays against Refugio . Bill F linn making one of the rare good defensive i Refugio Bombs Greyhound TAFT - The Refugio Bobcats defeated the Taft Greyhounds, 63-6, here Friday night to re- main undefeated for the season and to push their point total to 237 for their four games. Refu- gin is ranked No. 4 in the state in Class 3A competition. Refugio scored in the first quarter on a five-yard run by Raymond Anderson with Bull Lewis kicking the extra point. Taft came back to score on a 16-yard pass from James Burch to Rusty Rayburn. The Bobcats then scored on a 57-yard pass from Sam Shaw to Bull Lewis and on a 38-yard pass from Shaw to Mike Davis. In the second quarter, Refugio drove 85 yards with Anderson going over from the four. Bull Lewis ran for two points. Efren Gibson scored on a 25- yard pass with Bull Lewis add- ing the extra points. Bull Lewis scored in the third quarter on a 43-yard run with Bryan Shaw scoring the two points. Gibson scored again on a 5-yard run and Sam Shaw passed to Edward Lewis for two points. Gibson then scored on an 87- yard run and Gary Lott added the final score on a one-yard plunge. Ronnie Homann aids in bringing down a stubborn Bobcat. 68 Taft Tops Eagl s In District Gam One big sustained drive proiv- ed to be the big difference last -Saturday night as the Taft Grey- hounds won their first district ga-me of the season over the Woodslvoro Eagles 9 to 6. The ball slid 'back and forth until midway in the second quarter and Taft came into pos- session on their own 20-yd line. Ray Gaibrysch opned the drive with a 12 yard run and another five before Rcndon uncorked a 22 yard scamper. Gabrysch slug- ged out another first down and just as the drive appeared to fizzle out, following two incom- plete passes, Rendon broke loose to set up a first down on the Woodrlboro 3 - yd line. Two plays later Rendon took the ball in for a TD and Bill Flinn booted the ball squarely through the up- rights to give Taft a 7 to 0 lead. This score held at half time, The Eagles came back on their field full of fight and determin- ation. Taft sought to get the ball moving through the air only to have Jimmy Shipp intercept one of Burch' spasses and returned it all the way to the Taft 26-yd line before' he was overhauled. From this point the Eagles hit slowly on the ground. A five yd. 'penalty hurt them 'but then Perez passed to Kenneth Terrell for 17 yards and a first down on the Taft 6-yd line. Again another penalty forced the Eagles back but the same passing combina- tion set up another first down for the Eagles within feet of the goal line. Carl Terrell took the ball in for the TD. The Eagles gamb- led on a go-ahead run only to be stopped cold and Taft still led 7 to 6. The game rocked into the fourth quarter before' fans got another chance to stand up and cheer. Rendonl provided the spark when he intercepted one of Pr-rez's passes 8: ran the -ball all the way back to the Woods- fboro 15 before he was stopped.: It looked like the Hounds would 'move to another TD at thisfpoint ibut the Eagles had' other ideas and four plays netted ony 7 yards and the ball -went over. On the first play Von Len lfleck broke through the Eagle line and mailed the fading Pe- rez for Z1 safety behind the dou- ble stripe. This made the score 9 to G in Ir1vr.1' of 'l':1lt'. The coaches' best friends wait for the next play. Two Greyhounds stop an Eagle dead in his tracks. 69 TclftG 1: 2 dDi t. Win Over Calallen Taft 6, Calallen 2 First Downs ...........,.. 6 9 Yards Rushing ...,.... 103 77 Yards Passing ............ 5 72 Passes Attempted ...... 3 15 Passes Comp. ,........... 1 7 Passes Int. By ............ 1 2 Fumbles Lost By 2 2 Punts ...........,.,.. 7-31 7-33 Penalties .... ..... 3 -25 4-40 TAFT TC TY 45 Gabrysch .... 13 47 80 Rendon .... 13 17 10 Burch .... .... 1 0 26 1 Green ,..... .. 1 9 84 Homann ..,. ..... 1 4 35 Hamilton 2 0 Totals ...........,.... 40 103 The Taft Greyhounds rolled to their second district game against Calallen last Friday night in strictly a defensive game and one in which the defensive team took most of the glory. Twice the Taft defensive line stood up and threw back the Wildcats at the edge of the goal line. Once early in the third quarter they took over on dovsms on the 10-yd line and a lit- tle later in the game they stood off a Wildcat drive that had carried to the 1-yd line. Taft put all of their Zip in one scoring drive that came the first time theygot their hands on the ball following a recovery of a Wildcat fumble by Von .Lee Heck on the Calallen 31 yd line. Ray Gabrysch ripped for a first down on the first play of the game and then in six quick plays the Hounds moved the ball down to the 1-yd line where Ernest Rendon carried it over for the score. Bill Flinn missed the extra point and the score stood 6 io 0 in favor of ,jhe Hounds. RIGHT: Von Lee Heck kicks off against Calallen. Opening the second l1alf'thc Hounds finally cranked up a drive only to have it crumble in a fumble. Things got together in the 4th quarter as the Wild- cats recovered a fumble at the end of a punt and took over the ball on the Taft 10yd line. Here the Taft defensive line led by Bill Flinn, Bobby Nance and Ronnie Homann rose to the oc- casion and took over on downs. The Hounds managed to punt out of danger for the moment but the Wildcats came roaring 'back from the 40-yd line and put together enough yardage to give them a first dovsm on the Taft 2 yd line. The entire Taft line came up with the extra effort and held the Wildcats cold, taking over on downs on their own 1-yd line. Taft punched at the Wildcat defense trying to get some run- ing room but they were not to stir an inch. So, facing the pos- sibility of having a fourth down punt blocked, they elected to give the Wildcats a safety and then held a 6 to 2 lead. Burch picked up an important first down to kill time and then a Calallcn penalty gave Taft an- other first down as time ran out in the game. And so Taft nailed down their second district game over Cal- allen 6 to 2, - ABOVE: Coach Sigle anxiously watches. 70 -1 - rr Greyhounds Lope BV Pirates, 21-20 TAFT - The Taft Greyhounds eased by the Rockport Pirates, 21-20, in a District 28-2A clash here Friday night. Rockport drew first blood about midway in the first quar- ter after taking possession on the 50. Ruford Huff carried to the eight, and then the ball was' moved to the one on a pass in- terference call against the Grey- hounds. Huff carried over from there and Robert Brooks ran for the two extra points. With about three minutes left in the first period, Taft took over on the Rockport 41 and Er- nest Rendon carried to the eight on two plays. Ray Grabrysch carried over from there for the! Greyhounds and quarterback James Burch passed to Rusty Rayborn to tie the score 8-8. On the first play after the Taft kickoff, Rockport quarterback passed to Ted Deason for 38 yards and a first down on the Taft 20. They drove on down to the two and Huff scored from there. The try for extra points failed. Then Taft took the kickoff and drove from midfield to the 15 from where Burch passed to Gerald Davis for six points. An attempted kick failed and the score at halftime was 14-14. Rockport took the opening kickoff of the third quarter and scored on a run by Huff after driving down to the Taft five- yard line. The try for points failed. Later in the third quarter. Taft took over on their own 28 after a Pirate punt drove down to the Rockport 20. Burch scored from there. and Bill Flynn kicked the winning extra point. Taft ended a final scoring threat by Rockport when Mar- shall Green intercepted a Pirate pass with 1:15 to go in the game. Taft is now 3-0 in district and 4-3-1 for the season. Rockport is 2-2 in district and 5-2 for the season. TOP: Greyhounds preparing strategy aga1IlSI Rockport BOTTOM Great pass protection gives quarterback Miller plenty of trme 7l HoundsRoar Back To Down Mathi The Taft Greyhounds had to come back with a thundering roar in the last half to overcome the winless Mathis Pirates last Friday night. The Pirates had little respect for the loop - lead- ing Greyhounds as they turned a bit of luck into an 8 to 6 half time lead that threatented to knock Taft out of their No. 1 dis- trict spot. The entire game was 'filled with the unexpected with inter- cepted passes, fumbles and -blocked punts providing most of the thrills .of the game. Only one TD all night came on a sustain- ed drive. Diminutive Marshall Greer stole the hero's spot in the game as he intercepted three Mathis passes and returned one of them 75 yards for a touchdown. Taft got their first big break early in the second quarter af- after one of their drives fizzled out and Homann punted. The Mathis safety bobbled the ball and Rusty Rayborn recovered on the Mathis 30 - yd line. Gabrysch hammered out 17 yds. in three plays and then Burch passed to Homann for a TD. Flinn's conversion attempt was no good, Taft helped set up Mathis's score a few minutes later when they fumbled again and the Pira- tes covered on the Mathis 37-yd line. The Pirates ground out one first down on the ground and then lfrc-itagg hauled in a pass good fer 25 yards. Two plays later l-lznri-1 hit Coronado for 35 yards a id a first down on '1'aft's 3-yd line- llarris sneakr-d over for the Tcl and then tlarris pas- sed to Al Laechelin for the two pointer and the Pirat 's 'wr-tit ahead 8 to 6. The half end-d on this note. RIGHT: Hounds employ their great defense by smothering a helpless Pirate. Marshall Green opened the second with his second pass in- terception but on the first play the Hounds fumbled away their opportunity. A few minutes later Taft took over on .downs from the Pirates and then Ernest Rendon gave the Taft fans something to cheer about as he broke into the clear to go 71 yards to score. Burch passed to Rayborn for the two pointer and Taft took over the lead 14 to 8. Again Green broke a Pirate drive by intercepting a pass but the Hounds were unable to move the ball and the Pirates took over on their own 15-yd line on downs, The Pirates broke Coronado loose for 21 yards to get the ball out from the goal's shadow but they were finally forced to punt. Flinn came crashing through on the punt and block- ed it. In the 'wild scramble that followed Rayborn got hold of the ball and got down to the 3 yd line before he was hauled down. Gabrysch punched twice before he put another six points on the score board - Taft 20, Mathis 8. As the fourth quarter got un- der way Taft had a pass inter- cepted iby the Pirates but as Mathis took over and went to the air Marshall Green was in right spot at the right time as he swiped another Pirate pass and ran it back 75 yareds to score. Taft came into possession of the ball on their own 29 yd line a few minutes later. They pick- ed up a first down on a face mask penalty and then Ren- don ripped for 15 yards -and Green lost 10 and two 15 yard penalties set the Hounds back on their heels, H-omann evened things up by slipping through for 25 yards. Burch then passed to Rayborn in the end Zone for a TD. Flinn kicked the ex- tra point and Taft held a 33-18 lead. Mathis put the ball into play from their own '40 yd line and came out passing, Two comple- tions moved the ball deep into Taft territory and then a pass interference penalty gave the Pirates a first down on Taft,'s 1 yd line. Taft's defensive line rose to the occasion and busted two run- ning plays for no gain. A pass fell incomplete but on fourth down Coronado slipped over for the score. A pass conversion attempt was no good and the final score went on the board - 33 to 14. Taft es Close am F iday From org est12-6 Marshall Green prepares to take opening kickoff for the Hounds. Mixing a rugged defense with a portion of effective offense, the Taft Greyhounds came from ,behind like true champions 161811 Friday night to put the GeorgC West Longhorns behind them 12 to 6. In so doing they Cll'lChCd the top spot in District 28AA standings. The Horns established them- s el v ff s e :1 r l y when they recovtred a Taft fumble on the Tall 48-yd line. From this point it teok the Loiighorns just eight plays to power over a TD. At this paint it looked like the llounds were in for a long, hard night. Fumbles played a 'big part in the game. The Longhornstput a fumble to good use in the first drive and then twice more in the first half the Taft boys gave up the ball by the fumble route. The second time the Longhorns recovered a Taft fumble on the Taft 25-yd line they moved for a first down on the 8-yd line and here the Taft defensive line had to bow their necks, taking over on ta fourth down try from the 1-yd line. The fumble breaks finally turned the other way and Taft recovered a Longhorn mis-cue on their own 19-yd line- From this point the Hounds really got down to business and started a steady drive down the field. Gahrysch ground out one first down and then Ernest Rendon broke loose for a 24-yd run to move the ball across mid-field. Tw-o plays later Burch set up at first down on the George West 25-yd. line. Thr Longhorns man- ned the defenses and Taft was laced with a fourth down situ- ation lacking about 3 yards. Burch then scrambled free and got off a beauty of a pass to Rusty Hayborn and Taft was on the score board --- George 73 West 6, Taft 6. The try for extra point was no good. Speedy Hamilton recovered a. George West fumble on the kick- off and the Hounds put another drive on the way: however, af- ter racking up two first downs they had an illegal pass re. eciver penalty rock them back on their heels and a few plays later they had to give the ball up. The half ended on this note. Mid-may in the third quarter a Longhorn the Hounds stalled drive and took over on downs deep in their own The Taft 25-yd line. Gabrysch broke the 'ball game wide open 'by crashing through for 24 yards and the Taft drive was moving. Ronnie Homaml picked up 7 and then Burclf found Gabrysch for 15 yards If a beautiful p a s s ..:omp1e1:ion. Gabrysch and Rendon bucked straight ahead to gouge out still another first dovsm on the Longo horn 9-yd line. Gabrysch hit thl middle three times and on th! third the ball squirted out ol his arms and down to the 31 yd line where Bobby Nance cove ered it. Burch got the next call and after a neat bit of scrambn ling he cut over right tackle to cross the goal line to put the final score on the board - 12 for Taft and 6 for George West, There was no more scoring but the Hounds had a battlq with their backs against theil territory and the Longhorn! kept up a steady pressure. In the closing seconds of the game Rayburn killed the last Longhorn effort by intercepting a pass territory -- Homecoming: I 968 F! Who can forget that cold evening? Nance shows his emotions HS the final gl-IU SOUHGS- Queen Cheryl Shelburne manages to smile against the cold. , , ,Mn QUEEN NOMINEES, l-r: Valerie Becker, Carmen Galindo, Clara Garcia, Joyce Rotzler, Cheryl Shelburne, and Gail lvey. 74 cera ashe ou d .1 apes For C an S ate A 160-lb. lizilfbawrlrc who has been injured several times this year returned to the Ingleside Mus- tang lineup for the first time in several Weeks last Friday night and personally dashed Taft's hopes of going through the dis- trict play undefeated. Jim Ku- cera carried the ball 24 times for a total of 134 yards - more yardage than the whole Taft team mustered on the ground - and had one 87 yard jaunt cal- led back when one of his team -mates get caught clipping. He Was, probably one of the best backs that the Hounds have fac- ed this year. Several times Taft's defensive line was able to hold him for short yardage but they were never afble to throw him for a loss or stop him at the line of scrimmage. He had a wonderful second effort that broke him free time and time again. Jim Ku-:era contributed hea- vily lo Tufts Sato-U clownilail 'but Ingelsidf-'11 drlensive unit also contributed greatly to the dc lf'at. It was late in the sc-cond quarter before Taft was able to muster their initial first down. There appeared to be a blue shirted Mustang at the right place at the right time every time a Hound was about to break inao the open. Burch prepares to pass Huestis and Gabrysch display good defense. Hamilton takes the Kickoff . Rayborn brings clown a scrappy Mustang. 75 rigged Defens s osis For Goliad' - istr Win Gclurd get on 1' 1: :ocro hoard early in time game setting the stage for their first score whin Elvis Littles lI'liL'I'C Di.f'd one of I3urch's passes, St1'z1iggi'zt power took the hall in for the Tigers and FZ two point COIll. OV'f3lflIl gave tile 'fig- fa, Fin S to U l' ad Taft's hopes rode high a few minutes later as Homann re- covered a 'Tiger fumble. They launched a touchdown pass - the only trouzble was that it was intercepted by Frank Thompson who went all the way to score. Bill Walker kicked the extra point and Goliad now held a 15 to 0 edge. The game got farther out of hand just a few minutes later when Jimmy Horney passed to Elvis Littles for 54 yards and another TD. The conversion was good and Goliad held a 21 to 0 advantage. The half ended on this note. Early in the third quarter Pea- cock got off a beauty of a punt that carried deep into Taft ter- ritory and together with a clip- ping penalty, Taft found them- selves operating from their own 3-yd line. Three plays netted only two yards and Rayiborn tried to get a punt off only to have it 'blocked for a safety - Goliad 24, Taft 0. Goliad put their final touch- down on the score board late in the fourth quarter. The Tigers were forced to punt and Peacock got off a high boot that tio! awziy from Taft's safety mzxvi and Goliad recovered on Tull 20-yd line. A pass, Peacock ffm Victor Ybare, put the TD in Hei- rccord books. The conversion Moot was no good and Coliad lf fi' 30 to 0. Taft Dill the ball into play from their own 30-yd line. Hamilton got 7 and then Jimmy lVliller passed to Hamilton for 15 yards and a first down. Another Miller pass fell incomplete but on the next Miller found his mark in James Burch who worked free to sprint all tht way to the double line to put Taft on the socre- board, A pass try was incom- plete ibut Taft had evened things some what-Goiiad 30, Taft 6. Jimmy Miller, injured in a pre-season workout, and Frank Davis, who was hurt in the season, 'hoth returned to the line- up Friday night and each saw lixnited action, gi The Hounds ran through a victory Line prior to the game 76 Q Y - if Cheerleaders and Twirlers h A, 3 -11 ,. K C fy ,- nf A 1, ax f-XM K W :5 .,,xZ, W W png arg if 715 1 , fr. STANDING: Barbara Gracey, Clara Garcia, and Ienda Marsh. KNEELING: Debie Marsh head cheerleader Rakela Rodriquez, and Cynthia Glasson. Kay Koonce, drum major Cheryl Phillips, and Brenda Ewald. 77 n Hounds Win Fiffh Cage Tlile Ih a Row FRONT ROW, 1-r: Manager Houston Barker, J. Miller, C. Fennel, R. Gabrysch, I. Burch, B. West Manager Ted Nelson. BACK ROW, 1-r: Coach Roy Stegall, R. Raybom, D. Taylor, J. Mayo, F. Davis, R. Hickman Asst. Coach Poppy Rodriquez. C. C. Academy Bishop Refugio 'Cuero itAransa.s Pass Gregory - Portland l'zBenavides iP Bishop RECORD: 28 - 4 Non-district games Other Non -district games they we they - 33 'F1our Bluff 75 - 62 - 59 ':'BeeVi11e 53 - 35 - 42 'Refugio Tourney 4'Bishop 57 - 47 - 31 Taft Tourney 'C. C. Moody '77 - 44 - 37 'Sinton Tourney Agua Dulce 91 - 33 - 75 Refugio 49 - 33 - 46 Sinton 66 - 53 - 36 Zapata '72 - 39 - 50 Zapata 45 - 42 i Gregory - Portland 78 B-Team Posis I 8-Q FRONT ROW, 1-r: A. Lugo, C. Garcia, I. Burch, B. Thomas, M. Green. BACK ROW 1 r R Huestis R. Rayborn, B. Flinn, M. Montgomery, and coach Poppy Rodriquez. Both the A and B squads of the Taft Greyhounds made a name for themselves in district play in 1969. Each team finished undefeated to make a combined total of 24-O in district play The varsity team averaged 75 points in district, but they managed to score only 46 points in their b1 drstrrct con test against Yorktown, marking the fourth straight year that they have dropped a bi-d1str1ct clash The B team, led by Randy Huestis, established the best district record since the 1966 squad Mathis Geor. West Woodsboro Rockport C alallen Ingleside 69 -43 85 -27 68-35 69-42 83 -39 62 -48 GREYHOUNDS DISTRICT RECORD fVarsity onlyj BI:DISTRICT at Refugio Yorktown 49, Taft 46 79 Mathis George West Woodsboro Rockport C alallen Ingleside J All-Disirici I 969 J 1 LEFT TO RIGHT: Seniors Frank Davis and Bubba West and Junior Johnny Mayo. 4 J I 1 4 I Y 4 N 1 x 9 4 John Chovanec of Sinton, Leland Dubose and Bill Chilcoat of G-P, Jimmy Miller and Frank Davis of Taft, Robert Poindexter of G-P, and Johnny Mayo of Taft fl-rj are shovm receiving their all-tourney trophies at the Taft Kiwanis Tournament. ao J J Tafi Takes Opener. 75-33 Nr Taft coach Roy Stegall with faithful managers Houston Barker and Ted Nelson Two-time all-district Frank Davis pulls down one of his many rebounds against Rockport. 8I Tafi Wallops Agua Dulce, 91-33 Hickman , teeth , gets b d Don Taylor can't quite reach it. Hounds Lose io G-P E 4 Miller and Dubose of G-P contest under the boards. 82 E 5 L 3 3 5 5 5 3 s 5 3' 5 3 Et Greyhounds Beef Mathis in Distric? Opener Gabrysch and Tayloi: grab an errant basketball. George Wesi Beaten. 83-2 5 LEFT: Bubba West, S3I1dW1ChCd between two Longhorns, scores t RIGHT: Davi an ff!! Greghounds Sew Llp Disirici Tifle Againsi Rockpori esi e Mustan s. Clarence Fennel pulls down a rebound against Rockpo . Hounds End ee l We-M Disirici Season bg Defeaiing D lh p g pf h G yn d Ingleside, 84 Mayo contests for a rebound as he battles again lngl d g '7 4 Tafi Beais Zapaia in Final Home Game, 45-42 Mayo drives in for a layup . J SQ Hickman lays in two for Taft. West takes a short jump shot. Yorkiown Upseis Tafl in Bi-Disirici Led by big Robert Johneishies, the Yorktown Wildcats, of 2'1AA, nudged the Taft Greyhounds, 49-46, in the Hounds fourth straight bi-district contest. They have still yet to win one. Iohneiskies averaged 35 points for the season, but the 6-8 giant could muster only 18 points against a good Hound defense. However, he proved to be a tower of strength on the boards, pulling down over half of the rebounds. Taft's high point men were Frank Davis and Jimmy Miller, who scored 13 and 10 pts. , respectively. 85 Girls' Baskeiball BACK ROW: D. Morgan, R. Schmidt, C. Wendel, E. Ieffelson, R. Bayless. FRONT ROW: B. Tims, B Wallace, S. Gossett, S. Laws, L. Lott. Coach Mary Curry Lucille Lott and Maria Molina warm up for the Agua Dulce game. 86 SEASON RECORD Nov. 5 Skidmore 11 IWA 19 Tuloso Tuloso Tourney 21 Flour Bluff 22 Poteet 23 Port Lavaca 26 Flour Bluff Dec. 3 Flour Bluff 6 Skidmore 9 Agua Dulce Tivoli Tourney 12 Tivoli 14 Victoria B 14 Tivoli B I I 17 'Mathis 20 George West Jan. 3 IWA '7 'Woodsboro 10 sRockport 13 'Calallen 17 'Ingleside 21 Agua Dulce 24 'Mathis 28 'George West 31 'Woodsboro Feb. 4 'Rockport '7 'Calallen 11 'Ingleside ' District Games Season Record 12 -15 District Record 6 -6 Hard work and a new coach led the Girls' team of '69 to one of the best years ever for Taft High. Im- provement was shown through diligent practice and team enthusiasm. Brenda Tims takes a warm up shot jf ifzxfyg ALL DISTRICT - Sandra Laws vollegball Volleyball season started right after basketball was over. The girls played several warm up games before the District tournament, which was held at Taft this year. Rockport, the season was full of action and hard work. Miss Curry works out schedule for next year. A TEAM: Carolyn Wendel, Bobby Wallace, Raye Ann Bayless, Alicia Valenzuala, Sherry Gossett, Brenda Tims. 88 Although the girls were knocked out of competition by Y B TEAM: B. Gracey, S. Benison, D. Gibson, D. Morgan, J. Cruz, B. Pinkett, M, Schmidt, V. Becker, O. Gonzalez, J. Boils, E. Silvas. Aff? i 5. W1 ,Q Dorothy Morgan is trying hard. Another game is over. 89 Tennis Season Begins , fitff Coach Mary Curry, Pool, C. Wendel, I. Rushing, B. Tims, J. Hickman, R. Moritegomery. Paula Pool fabovej and Carolyn Jerry Hickman is ready to go home after a hard day of Wendel placed third in District practice, Doubles. 90 Trackslers Fare Well in Qiaie Meei 5 11+ ,8S..,,......- 'fy Y . W' afar! X w F 5... - . . . , V ' f , , l 1 s . a nk.. . Q I M . . . ,Nl t .Z , N if . 1 ,,1.,,, l. .W ., .,.. ,- L,.. , A , . BACK ROW: Coach G. Moehnkie, R. Gabrysch, I. Mayo, F. Davis, R. Hornann. THIRD: M. Green, V. Martinez, T. Floerke, B. Flinn. SECOND: Clarence Fennel, B. Thomas, J. Burch, T. Rodriguez, FIRST: G. Moody, C. Garcia, S. Hamilton, G. Davis. . . 5 . ' . ' f Y' ' 'L?i11fr122i-mst. gel' v - ' ' 'Lvl-F r'24MSewswRspw. Marshall Green wins hundred yard dash. Don Taylor clears hurdle in District Meet. 9l Hounds Send Seven io Qiaie Meei wx . ,142 . , we IVA My -wif G 2 'F' STATE QUALIFIERS: QL-RQ Davis, Mayo, Green, STATE HIGH JUMP CHAMP Fennel, Homann, Davis. JOHNNY MAYO Q6-45 'WSW funny STATE'S 3rd BEST 440-yd. RELAY TEAM: Fennel, Homann, Davis, Green. 92 George Wesi Nips Hounds in Q8-AA Meet S. N x ,i fri s t M, rs ,f X 'fivlbiiif . , ' , M W 1 '- .W 'Zo -vw 'ff--Leis 5- ss. N .Q Q ,-1-: 7 5 scifi A 'cf-5 'ips ' 'LE X s ., x L , -l -Er: vik' '1 i:...'f': 1 3 -W IX' N ,I 'E.jQKL v 3, wt HL... gf , 5911.2 2 I Egg'-.' s r ,fwl . 1 f 5 5 Green anchors winning 440-yard relay team in Dis- Former coach Woodroe Petty assists in checking times trict Meet. 1 during Meet. me t ,,.. '- ,lk Albert Flores breaks tape for Freshman Champs. 93 Diamonders Improve 1st ROW: R. Huestis, A. Morris, M. Green, S. Tucker. 2nd ROW: K. Poenisch, D. Taylor, B. Flinn. 3rd ROW: I. Burch, R. Gabrysch, J. Mayo, R. Homann. 4th ROW: C. Garcia, J. Hernandez, C. Vickers. 5th ROW: R. Castillo, E. Rendon, G. Rodriquez. PLAY BALL! Robert Castillo warms up with his batterymate, Paul Hernandez, as he tries to hold his 2-O lead. 94 LEADING BATTERS Huestis Taylor Rodriquez Tucker Homann LEADING PITCHERS QBased on ERAJ M ayo Rodriquez Tucker Greyhounds Take 3rd in Dish-ici .333 .300 .285 .285 .282 Garcia wisely lets one go by. 1.96 3.50 3.50 Taylor slashes out a hit for the Hounds. 95 .sq Q A r u ' 9 K' Q 'Z 1 -A GQ. 'g .5-U fl S 5: u , i 1 4 , I . I 5 9 , fin. ,Q . Q QXJH ' K f ., 1.La-iz 42 iii' 'L .W , , ,. P -iixfg Lg,-'V 'Zvi a , 2 i 1 Q' I f-'f'f32:g1 fwggggf' f-...Q '33 Q' ., ' nu .- v g,1, r J L! f. - H. 4. A 'll' tat- Qwil W' ggi. -'-1 '? fg,b wg, ' ' . ' 'is ij LQ ' w 1 ti.. W Q4 I x 'Q.x'v ' ' Q -.6 te... ' ax' Q Q 4.3 s iw s a' kg- I C is . .. Ag,-5 ln , -. 44 55 vw Q jr lf A xifsvi Q-'. 44 M: f 1 :YA H . QA' A efydi rp gm. , . ' : rf .' mr xii Qixi 'Q ii W 1 n RW.:- Q KT EA -iw. ,Werner as warn .ffm W, mwenza-ww,-ff-W 7 40 ' r s 1 5. ? J 5 ,. ' . f-,. i A f' Q s Q as M ? S Lf W 2, E M ' f,-- f I 4 M . X 5 .. .. 4 ,. 'mm , . 1. ,-in, :Kb M I '53 ,Air wi, n ly 'Q'Am 'R Q ks 4, In .1 S! -54. ? J' 44: Lian. Q ,,.. 1 n:z :A ,F le ,p - 1 1 A31 .W MK - K-21X 5 9 , K. gs' n ..J:e:wim- WHO'9 wHo The DISTINGUISHED STUDENT AWARD is the most highly coveted recognition bestowed upon students on the THS campus for distinguished and creative student activity. Given to those who render services to Taft High School beyond that which might be reasonably expected, the Distinguished Student Award often finds its way to students who work behind the scenes, serving the school consistently in many fields of endeavor. The selection is made by the faculty and students of sophomore classification. Selection is based on scholarship and attitude. HIGH RANKING BOY SALUTATORIAN VALEDICTORIAN Kennth Poenisch Brenda Tims Betty Koonce National Honor Society Band Julia Byle F,F, A, District and Sweepstake Sophomore class Secretary Regional Band Silver Thimble Distinguished Student Distinguished Student Award Baseball Award Distinguished F,F,A, Judging Team Basketball Student Award Scholarship Volleyball F, H, A , Track Science Club F.T. A. Pep Squad Science Club Student Council National Honor Society Annual Staff Newspaper Editor 98 Annual Staff Student Council National Honor Society U. I.L, Debate Carolyn Wendel Johnny Mayo LEADERSHIP SPORTSMANSHIP '3.9..:k..,, LITERARY Sue Benison Gary Moody I00 SPANISH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Maria Molina I0l IOURNALISM Bubba West ENGLISH Steve Tucker 7 WW 'N ,gf-I , ,W K? Q COMMERCIAL Annette Brezina I03 wk? A SCIENCE Noe Duprie . . HISTORY Bobby Suarez HOME ECONOMICS AGRICULTURE Carolyn Wendel Danny Beyer I06 PH YSICAL EDUCATION Kenneth Poenisch vig:- 1 it Q 4 ,f L 5 11 ,7 gg 2 .L A, Wf fe ff 5535 ii .5 ,mf - iffy V ii, ,.,V I . ,V 1, ,,... -'-' - ffl if g 1, ,t Q I, . 4, .hw 14 . Q. fff2jf - . ,. W.. 1 ui M2 I08 ART Tony Floerke OUTSTANDING TEENAGERS Betty Koonce Joyce Rotzler Becky Pinkett IO9 W Nwvufw-nnuj T Q 1 n . , A5 .--3,g,J-s- ORGANIZATIONS Through Qiudeni Counoll FOURTH ROW: C. Lozano, M Howard G Moody C Wendel D Beyer THIRD ROW A Barbee J Paterson, B. Koonce, S. Threadgill A Ayers P Bennett N Duprre SECOND ROW R Montgomery A. Venezuela, M. Schmidt, B Guedm C Glasson S Benlson FIRST ROW B Prnkett G Ivey C Phillips. The Student Council this year sponsored all the activities during Homecoming Week. Four delegates were sent to the State Convention in Ama- rillo, Texas where they leam new ideas for a more effective Student Council. In raising money for the delegates to attend the con- vention, the Student Council had bake sales and sold candy. We Govern Ourselves. The candidates for Student Council officers are being presented t Susie Threadgill, president of the THS Student Council, conducting one of the many meetings. o the student body. 'sy N , 1 I 3 A 13, X so 'ow-1,.... 'N ' ' N'-f me II3 I 'f 'L' iw FIFTH ROW: W. Ortc, M. Molina, A. Mendez, A. Brezina, M. Howard. FOURTH ROW: D. Beyer, I. Mrller K. Hutto, B. Nance, G. Moody, E. Rachel, S. Hardy. THIRD ROW: K. Bradford, S. Threadgill, C. Phillips G. Ivey, K. Poenisch, S. Tucker. SECOND ROW: L. Pleasant, R. Bayless, L. Kretzmeir, B. Koonce, B T1ms C. Wendel. FIRST ROW: B. Pinkett, T. Floerke, R. Rodriguz, B. Gueden, P. Toland, D. Rosson. National Honor Socieig Members of the National Honor Society are chosen by the faculty. In order to seek admission he must first have the required grade average of 85. Each student is then judged on character, scholarship, leader- ship, and service. News Comes io Life un fhe Howl of fhe Hounds Although THS is a small school, the aspiring young journalist can find various ways of expressing him self. This year the THS newspaper experiment with new ways of more efficiently editing the paper. 1 Gail Ivey and Sue Benison distribute the Howl of the Hounds before assem bly. SECOND ROW B West B Hamilton R Holman G Moody V Heck FIRST ROWg S.Benison, A. Think Big and Plan for fhe Fuiure STANDING: R. Schmidt, G. Ivey, '1'. Langen, Pres., S. Beyer. SITTING: L. Lavender, S. Hunt, M Smith, M. Becker, N. Tucker, D. Morgan. Think big and plan for the future is the goal of this year's F.H.A. Chapter. Mrs. J. Sanders, Mrs. I. Flores, and Miss P. Theis, who sponsor the chapter, pre- pare their students for the future by classroom discussions of the various careers that are available in the rapidly growing field of Home Economics. Working hand in hand with the F.H.A. Freshmen and the new students to the Homemaking field got their taste of both H .E. and F.H.A. early in the fall by having a car wash. The F.l-l.A. also made tray favors for the old folks' home in Sinton and several children's hospitals. Money-making projects for the F.H.A. were a spaghetti supper and several bake sales. For enjoyment, the F .H.A. Chapter attended the San Antonio Livestock and Rodeo. II6 FHA Serves Oihers Sherry Gossett prepares her cake for the San Patricio County Show. THIRD ROW: P. Pool, S. Olliff, C. Wendal, N. Beyer. SECOND ROW: J. Keeling, G. Hisey, B. Dorman, S. Threadgill, L. Sinast, K. Toland, R. Rodrigues. FIRST ROW: M. Morgan, P. Toland, P. Roots, I. Meyers, V. Becker, L. Krerzmeier, J.Cox, S. Gossett. II7 Fuiure Farmers Earn. With the FFA Motto as a guide, the Taft Chapter, under the leadership of L. I. Tomlin, has been very active. These students sponsored the Old Folks Rodeo and participated in the Cotmty Livestock Show. The yearly money-making project for the FFA was working in the consession stand at the football games. The local chapter also has a livestock and dairy judging team. These teams attended contests in College Station, San Marcos, Robstown, and Kingsville. THS FFA Chapter also attended the San Antonio Livestock show and Rodeo. FIFTH ROW: C. Gracia, J. Carazales, D. Hodges, I. Waggoner, S. Roper, R. Threadgill. FOURTH ROW: G. Hutto, R. Hickman, D. Brezina, G. Hodges. THIRD ROW: P. Guerro, I. Rosson, K. Oliver, M. West, inf X Q , ,, 4 t. . - , I l 4 1 1 Are these boys going on a field trip? 4 T. Reding, A. Barbee. SECOND ROW: R. Poenisch, I. Gossett, C. Vickers, D. Sanchez. FIRST ROW: L. I. Tomlin, M. Hunt, B. McC1ahahan, Sweetheart - R. Roper, K. Poenisch, D. Beyer, C. Tomlin. ' I l l iff: 4 ff ff? l lil Learn Live io Serve. This group work trying to finish the Ag Barn. They are Allen Barbee, Jimmy Gossett, Scott Roper, and Dennis Brezina . of boys is hard at Jimmy Gossett proudly shows his pig at the County Show II9 Future Teachers Foresee Careers The purpose of the FTA is to further an interest in the teaching profession. This club strives to learn about teaching as a career and to become ac- quainted with opportunities in this pro- fession. FOURTH ROW: B. McC1anahan, R. Threadgill, M. Hunt, Sponsor, J. Cross. THIRD ROW: S. Gracey, A Ayers. SECOND ROW: A. Rachel, C. Phillips, G. Ivey. FIRST ROW: L. Kretzmeier, P. Bennett. l20 T Pan-Am Club Enlivens Spanish 22+ Mrs. Robledo discusses the meeting with Arnoldo. The object of the Spanish Club this year was to obtain money for the State Spanish Club Convention in Austin, Texas. Members of the club have had several bake sales to raise this mon ey. A Valentine Party was also given for the preschoolers. SEVENTH ROW: Mrs. Robledo. SIXTH ROW: N. Diaz, B. Mirales. FIFTH ROW: S. Evans, G. Hinojosa, G. Montemayor. FOURTH ROW: G. Martinez, C. Lozano, A. Cisneroz, F. Guardo. THIRD ROW: C. Wendal, D. Davis, B. Ewald, C. Glasson. SECOND ROW: N. Trevino, J. Guardo, C. Gracia. FIRST ROW: M. Smith, S. Beyer, P. Roots. 'Ze Il! Young Qoieniisis Broaden Knowledge 1 asa V.. There is nothing new under the sun, is a wellworn cliche. How- ever, today's young scientist tends to disregard these words and tries to disprove this theory by discovering the unknown. The excitement of discovery is inherent in all of us, and this may be one of the reasons why the field of science is so pop- ular to most students. Heading the Science Club pro- gram this year at THS is Mr. F. Graham and Mr. C. R. Davis. This year the Science Club sponsored the annual Science Fair which was held in February. Preparing for the Annual Science Fair, Ronnie Hickman shows great enthusiasm. B. Flinn, C. Tomlin, P. Bennett, B. Ewald, M. Schmidt, R. Threadgil, A. Barbee, J. FIRST ROW: Acosta, Mr Graham . 5 Adjec+ives for THQ Pep Squad: Aciive, Enihusiasiic. Spiriied P W 4 Under the able sponsorship of Miss Mary Curry, the pep squad has been an active organization on campus this year. The members of the pep squad have had bake sales and have had a dance to' raise money for sweat- ers and a trip. ' A Pep Squad members selling cupcakes between periods. FOURTH ROW: E. Jefferson, B. Gray, E. Balamarez, K, Jefferson, Y. Sandoval. THIRD ROW: L. Lott, M. Castillo, L. Bustos, E. Garcia. SECOND ROW: L. Bustos, N. Sifuentes, L. Fuentes, V. Gamez, S. Benison. FIRST ROW: M. Ruiz, M. Medina, I. Lugo, E. Villalobos, N. Townsend. l23 f N, -Q W M-,ni ,I YW , ' ,, ,, V K A , I M W f , . if y 5 . 1'f '1 ,b.' 1' , . , K V D Q mi MS: 81 f 5 if I 24 TaH Greghound Band I 968-69 aim rm silt 3. rrvaks- sl-mkhiplklxlkl Wwwmww , N T. ' QWM 3Ef Qizaz, ' fli I25 IENDA MARSH A11 -State The Taft High Band is one of the most active organizations on the Taft High School campus. Three weeks before the official opening of school found the THS Band members preparing for the first home football game. Ses- sions in marching and playing were held regularly and members found Mr. Paul Gilmore, the new band director and Mr. Mar- tin Wind the assistant band di- rector to be enthusiastic and ex- cited about the new year. In April the band entered U, I, L, Contest and won Sweep- stakes. ln May the Band entered the Buccaneer Festival and won Sweepstakes and received Hon- orable Mention. FIFTH ROW: I. Paterson. FOURTH ROW: R. Montgomery, J. Rushing, M. Medina. THIRD ROW: C. Wendel P. Bennett, S. Tucker. SECOND ROW: B. Tims, C. Glasson, B. Ewald. FIRST ROW: M. Smith, S. Beyer Annual Siaff Produces Unusual Annual Teamwork is the key word for the staff of the high school yearbook. Lay- outs, body copy, cutlines, and head lines are essential parts of yearbook that require countless hours of time, patience and hard work. The THS Annual Staff attended the Trinity Workshop in October to learn up- to-date techniques on the latest produc- tion of the annual for 1969. Photographers Jody Paterson, Larry Standlee, Brenda Tims, and Randy Montegomery have a discussion in the workroom. Annual sponsor Mrs. Flores and Editor Carolyn Wen- Assistant Editor Betty Koonce looks through the del look over a list of activities. Dummy Book. Organization Editors Sylvia Beyer and Mary Smith Bubba West, Sports' Editor, draws a lay-out for look over possible pictures. his section. I27 y ., ,,I:L:WA,,, k,L.tk L .W , a gwqt R. . . f :L 'ei 21- '-1 'Zvi Y is fi , ,,f fl 1 V- V .1 -.ff 1 'N 4 , nr W Y' Uv 'WK fi 5 as mi- fn 3 f-AM ,. N 'M-J i ' ,... K' 'V' ' . , t:11:z,Z1esKeziffwnwzi 21 'Spear' Pete Arnold Jerry Ash Mary Lou Avalos Anne Ayers Alan Houston Barker Raye Anne Bayless Sue Benison Danny Beyer Kathy Bradford Annette Brezina Lydia Bustos Emmett Castillo Manuel Castillo Abel Cisneroz Bill Cleveland Janice Collavo Janie Mae Cox Maria Cruz Santiago Cruz Frank Davis Lydia Diaz Frank Erhard Beatrice Erskine Clarence Fennel Cleveland Fennel Tony Floerke Lupe Fuentes Ray Gabrysch Seniors Siruggle Thru Term Theme 5 2 I32 Albert Garcia Angelita Garcia Olga Garcia ROY Garflia Alpha Guajardo Beth Guedin Manuel Guzman Scott Hardy Frank Garcia Hilda Garcia Vicenta Gamez Sandra Gracey K f - ? a',,,1-i. 5 L . 5 J, r M .. Beth and Cheryl seem to be working dili- gently on their English lesson, but is Ronnie? I33 Top Fooiball Team Brighiens Senior Year ' Lucille Hernandez Paul Hernandez limmy Hisey Ronnie Homann Mike Howard Wayne Hunt Kenneth Hutto Mary lane Ingram Gail Ivey Erma Jean lefferson Allen Jones Betty Jean Koonce 'il I34 Juanita Lopez Lucille Marie Lott Linda Kretzmeier Joe Lozano Manuela Garcia Vidal Maldonado Mary Lou Longoria Josephine Lugo Beatrice Maldonado Debie Marsh Houston study??? l35 Dru - the camera's over here! Ronnie, you need some more on top! Juanita Martinez Lupe Martinez Mary Lou Medina Audelia Mendez l36 Alma Masquifelt Ernest Mendez Billy Mcclanhan Juan Mendez Seniors Send Transoripis in All Direcfions 4F 'Wa, I37 ffl I Jimmy Miller Maria Molina Gary Moody Patsy Moore Leandro Moreno Reynoldo Moreno Allen Morris Bobby Nance Fidel Naranjo Ted Nelson Manuel Olivo Willie Ona Seniors Welcome Long Armando Perez David Perez Cheryl Phillips Becky Pinkett Linda Pleasant Kenneth Poenisch Dewey Poteet Ed Rachal Oralia Rangel Ernest Rendon Jaime Rivera Rakela Rodriquez Chrisimas Break I38 Rudy Rodriquez Roxie Roper Mary Ruiz Lupe Sanchez Cheryl Shelburne Nelda Sifuemeg Lupe Solis Daniel Silvas f ...,, N., '--'-1-no-Q-Q-q-gg, Scut Titus takes five, I39 22' Mattie Lee Sturgeon Robert Sturgeon Suzie Threadgill Brenda Tims Scut Titus Patti Toland Nancy Townsend Steve Tucker Y? tg-M The slide rule fascinates Mr. Davis's Chemistry students. 140 Caps and Gowns Mark Beginning and End Cody Wallace Bubba West 1 These football boys are on their way to a pep rally. Edelia Villalibos Carolyn Wendel Evangeline. Yglesias . ,f Vicenta Gamez works hard to finish her homework. 1 1 L r I I v I 1 w 1 Y l v I 4 I 4 S eX1 .15r.1zWafswz In-'W 'fiw W ' ' , 11 ,,... In 'fiezaffs2'2sw1af1211f-zfzvaaf.N-1.--weas ,wuiv ' , :si , f f gf! 1' x ! V Xxawff 17 X E 3 .. 'x' . K? :hi fi h A . LQ,' M , , l , f -. , za lose Aldape Manuel Avalos Gloria Ayala Mary Banda Melanie Becker Estella Belmarez Sylvia Beyer James Burch I ohn C arrizales Juan Castillo 5,4 ,1 n an ff x Students in Mrs. Stapper's English Il class are absorbed in the day's lesson. At least some of them are I43 Juniors Slave Over Prom Odilia Gonzales and Speedy Hamilton finish their American History lesson Wlth a sm11e Lupe Castillo Armando Cisneroz Arnoldo Cisneroz Elida Cortinas Eusebio Cruz Manuel Curz Doll Davis Gerald Davis - sso 1 n - ' ,V,s,,s f ' - . r ,'ti f I 'ii if ' 1 H L IQJZE 7 I44 M ' 'V . as - in WLT :adm jg 515 k ' Y Richard Ford V 3: ,, . 2 fx 1 x ,E 5 V 13 A., X , se, , , - we-V f' , 5' 4 aug I l ' a?'u a1 ' 4 43351 , H A ' ' '+I 4 4' ' ' 'V ' fl K f i 2'+f1u'+'+'-1'? I uan Delgado Becky Driver Audry Eldridge Santos Encinia Carmen Galindo Albert GaICi3, Angie GaI?Cl3. CIHI3. G9-I?Cf-3 Mr. Davis devotes long hours to teaching Juniors. Grayson Hodges decides toget a little studying done before the bell rings. I45 Sz Joseph Garcia Betty Lou Gray Espa'f1o1 g1V6S Doll Davls a hard tlme Theresa Langen seems to have forgotten somethlng Juniors Uphold and Join in School Program r A ww, .agus--up-...,., ...., 75 E i i. Charles Tomlin is determined to understand that Chemistry. rf wig .4- I47 gg is - c n if 9 5 f ,whisk Speedy Hamilton Von Lee Heck Noelia Hernandez Henry Herrera Ronnie Hickman Grace Hinojosa Donald Hodges Grayson Hodges Shirley Hunt Kathy Jefferson Evelyn Krebs Mike Krurnnow Theresa Langen Lynne Lavender Sandra Kay Laws Jamie Longine Charles Lozano Lupe Martinez Rene Martinez Ruben Masquifelt San Juana Mata Johnny Mayo X XX X K J W' 5 g g , ga 5 X J Ex. XX HR seg 53- ' QY W , f f' These girls seem to be enjoying Bookkeeping class. Nam., awwsbf Juniors Qirive Toward Senior Year if -if 9 . 5 Egyrz ' p A f , g ' 9 , .........,.a... .Lf-157: Sherry Sites is waiting for the Bobby Wallace, Mary Lou Medina, and I ana Myers are working on a serve. Home Economics project. .S is tyre -525 K 5 6 W R' 'Q-X R X- R o . 1 ,uw XY X 5' I49 ws, Lupe Mendez Georgina Monternayor Celia Montez Ornero Montez Josephine Moran Inez Moreno Jana Myers Sandy Olliff Mary Lou Orta Robert Poenisch Rusty Rayburn Tommy Reding Miles Reynolds Pete Rios Agapita Rodriquez Janie Rodriqucz Joaquin Rodriquez Pam Roots Delia Rosalez Doroteo Rosalez Joyce Rotzler Amparo Saenz Santos Saloana Yolanda Sandoval Ines Sauceda Manuelita Sifuentes Tony Silvas Sherry Sites Mary Smith Bobby Suarez Melvin Sutton Angie Tamayo Barb ara Jean Wallace Marsha Warren Laverna Wilson Sandy Wood all Gloria Tamayo Don Taylor Charles Tomlin Norma Trevino Alicia Valenzuela Domingo Vasquez Patricia Waggoner James Wagner Cynthia Glasson seems to be fascinated by her typewriter . These girls are enjoying one of the many activ- ities in P.E. i V. I , L , ' '- V A M. -..wwwwwlwfmw W' VWMWW, , ,,,,, . .y 7 WWWW, W rifii 4 , ,. gk r A .., , ,F in 5 X r ' 5 -1 :ii A A Al A A , .. , :ai . 1:-1. -f.... we , Kr Y. W' B A 55' N X , S' rw ,Q Q wk K f , Q' 1 if f rf K .1 qui . .fi X ,Q x ..., N fe. f W ff ri X T-'U Ls ,K 1' r ka . 1 ., .,... X ., W ferr. C X 'fi X if f - ' i or B S QM S W. , ,, t , Q A E r X ,fy 5 , lg fit s V, i,f,a-ff Karen Abrahams Arnulfo Acosta John Acosta I aney Aguirre Ray Aguirre Pam Bennett Virginia Blair Jane Boils Dennis Brezina Freddy Buitron Melvin Burch Lucy Bustos Idolina Casiano Juan Castenada Petra Castenada Mary Castillo Robert Castillo Richard Chavez Roy Cisneros Dolores Cortez Helen Cox Arturo Cruz Gilbert Cruz I uanita Cruz Confused Sophomores ai T.H.9. Rosita Cruz Raymond Elisardo Elevoria Encinia Brenda Ewald Bill Flinn Neal Floerke Roy Ford Josephine Galindo Deryl Phillips can't quite get the message. 'af J Robert Galindo Calixrro Garcia Evangelina Garcia Mary Garcia Daphne Gibson I aime Gomez Cindy Gonzales Joe Gonzales I uan Gonzales .3 w 'Q' N f, Ri . .3 5 N 1 'XX X-M, Win .war X . S. Q . ' r - Q I S pkqg f, fviw. f ' Y ,f r'rs Q 495+ Q. . N,-',, J ..,g 5-Rv-X - i i . :ss uk Rl XR , Xe su ' , ':Q' lisys vhs K Isabel Gonzales Sherry Gossetr Alfredo Guerrero Estella Herrera Dru lvey Mario Gonzales Odilia Gonzales San Juana Gonzales Barbara Gracey Marshall Green Elizabeth Guajardo Raymond Guerrero Missy Hardy Joe Hernandez Jerry Hickman Kathy Hinojosa Buddy Howard Urbana Jaime Carl Johnston Jesse JOSSSIand l55 X I .. M Jimmy Gosserr Felix Guajardo Raymond Hernandez Randy Huestis Kay Koonce Alfonso Lugo San Juana Martinez Randy Montgomery xi if Dru Ivey gets the point across. Danny Lozano Hector Medina Manuel Moreno W X 1 x Ienda Marsh David Mendez Mary Moreno sa.. 'E .N S i, 'W Q .r X5 1 1 'af' v A f I56 Jesus Martinez Cirildo Mendoza Dorothy Morgan 'i W vs' . X 5 ' xx xiii? 521 ' ' V ic. R Xi. KI NX ns ' xl, 1 f .-1: .-my wr xr-rd J A ih Lupe Martinez Monty Montgomery Armando Narvaez s r ddrr X 'H K Qophs Anxious-,Ig Awaii Jr. Year .si ..... has .,......, ' - ' mi s g , Ns . el K 2 91 1 , X K In X' in new af- as I anie Narvaez Shelley Nelson Margarito Nieto Alma Nino Janie Olivo Chuck Paterson Jody Paterson Kenneth Phagan Deryl Phillips Ann Rachal Mike Ramos Celia Rangel 3 These girls are busy making Christmas decorations in Homemaking Department. I57 Charles Reagan Leon Rhodes Alolfo Rijos Elia Riviera Martha Robertson Alfredo Rodriguez Dolores Rodriguez Estela Rodriguez Gilbert Rodriguez I ohn Rodriguez Martin Rodriguez Mary Rodriguez Ofelia Rodriguez Rosendo Rodriguez Rudy Rodriguez Scott Roper Laurie Rosson Jim Rushing Lupe Saldivar Amos Sanchez Sophomores Qighi Problems. Goals. and Opporiuniiies , .92 A , .2 Wizk engage R s34o?Y l at 'ell e r Q 1 .Yr ,rs R , s as - -i nf, j M o ,r . or . . rsssl R Qy.sga5.ss 3 'mi 'ill 'lE55, I58 sf X at Qgf SmgsQ .fif ,,1 A- X . . A X ,,mXgQggQ :gx rrsra exyydiwx . il' is L A 'sa R K 3. N6 'e M N it 1 2 ' , 1 9 ov ,z .-V .' 'fl Studying hard is part of the Sophomore's year. Mary Jane Schmidt Roxanne Schmidt Leo Sifuentes Elba Silvas Harold Smith Mary Martinez lngnecio Soliz Larry Standlee Nancy Sturgeon Bill Thomas Richard Threadgill Adela Torres Nancy Tucker Juan Vera Bobby Vesely Charles Vickers Alex Villobos Jimmy Villobos Deneane Wendel Olga Yglesias -S ve. A . -. X ,i .r S :N . 'SA . , ms' il ' .,.w X' M ,F sr- er R I - -V ,rr - . -- X. as-, g A ' S, A if Y V ' ' M' fx S S X X x ' ' A -- ' 1' -siii- - Vx .f 2:1231 Km 1 X 1 -trffl ' X 2 dd dt 'ist ' K ddd N' . 5 g ' 1 E S S ,z 1 i' agai n , , -5 IS9 Wf Q, 12. af. 0 0-wi if 'Q mv in Q. sv in 01 an 4 n N V f XI A ,jf - amuse: 4. A new way of life is as- tablished by thi meetipg an mergmg of the Old and the New. The process is con- tinuing - 3, --0, .....,., .W vw--ax.. K 1 M A , K ,Xi-if . 1 I V I iv' x