Tecumseh High School - Savage Yearbook (Tecumseh, OK)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1974 volume:

The 1974 SAVAGE Tecumseh High School Tecumseh, Oklahoma Volume 59 It was summer, playing in the sun, camping in the wilderness. We escaped the humdrum of the educational process into our own worlds of en- joyment. Then it was school again. Minds in motion. Lively colors of summer faded into rich hues of autumn. Falling back into school routine.. foot- ball on chilly nights; thrilling basketball finishes; sweating, exhausted wrestlers; breathless track- sters; hammering baseballers. The entertaining drama plays; sweet music of voacl groups; pounding of typewriters; impossible math problems; sickening science smells; endless livestock shows. There was something for all seasons: something for each student. With so much to do and feel, all we had to do was gather it up and share our- selves with others. 2 4 We took a trip everyday, not an airplane ride, but one around the school. We noticed teachers, students, desks— But when we truly opened our eyes We became aware of people's voices, laughter and faces filled with expression. 7 11 Nineteen seventy-four Is the year of frustration. The Watergate mess Leaves us drained. Nixon challenges the News Media on fairness. Agnew resigns under Fire. Oklahoma officials Charged with wrongdoing. Fifty-cent gasoline, Pep Club problems, Kazan s sniffing visit To the campus. Inflation Is at its peak. The world rushes on In motion . . . 13 Each of us chose our own paths to follow for this year, athletics, skills, politics, clubs, or a combination of many desires and interests. We have spent our time through these experiences by hurrying--being IN MOTION, communicating ourselves and our emotions to others, which in turn helps us to grow and expand our whole beings. ADVISORS Barry Busch and Frank Talley, above, huddle over a yearbook production problem. The recipe for this year s yearbook is simple: take two athletic editors, two busy business managers, an advisor clicking photos everywhere, beat in eleven other staffers of various sizes and shapes. Blend one pack of enthusiasm, six ancient typewriters to a dash of frayed nerves--add a heaping cupful of students, mix well, pour conglomeration into Room 17 for nine months--voila' The Savage Staff 74. STAFF Debbie Bentley Joe Cole Roy Effinger Brenda Isaacs Brent Jones Cathy Madden Cindy McMahan Sharon Salazar Deby Swarb Linda Trice Ladine Wade PHOTOGRAPHERS Jerry Cockrell Tom Hunter ADVISORS Barry Busch Franklin Talley CO-BUSINESS MANAGERS Linda Cox Toni Teafatiller CO-EDITORS Craig Harlin Mike Kochick 17 STUDENT COUNCIL Helping administer many of the activities of Tecumseh Senior and Junior High Schools, members of the Student Council fulfilled their tasks admirably. The Council gave students an opportunity to help form school rules and policies with school officials. In true democratic fashion, each class elected its representatives to the Council. President Joe Cole addresses an important session of the Student Council before members vote on an issue. row 1, left to right, Cathy Madden, Brent Jones, Joe Cole, Sharon Salazar, Linda Sehon. row 2, Mrs. Kathy Duncan, high school sponsor, Terri Pruitt, Joel Yones, Kim Yones, Gary Smith, Steve Rhodd, James Click, Mike Hulin, Sherry Williams, Cherry Bingham, Mrs. Gay Gower, junior high sponsor, row 3, Terri Straughan, Donna Crow, Joyce Farrow, Lori Magdalena, Brent Walck, Jay Watkins, Brenda Isaacs, David Anderson, Michelle Melot, Mandi Washburn. CANDY STRIPERS, left to right, row 1, Terri McCalip, Rachel Crossley, Arlene Jett, Mrs. Clyde Ruth McDonald, sponsor, row 2, Patty Silvers, Tina DeLonis, Maxann Chastain, Melanie Deatherage, Carlene Sellers, row 3, Joanie Gokey, Twanna White, Kim Hulin, Sandy Whitehead, Cindy Asher. SCIENCE CLUB CANDY STRIPERS SCIENCE CLUB, left to right, row 1, Mr. Mike Combs, sponsor, Tony Henderson, lisa Reese, Cherry Bingham, Rachel Crossley. row 2, Ruth Crossley, Kay Littleton, Melanie Deatherage, Rita Coy, Steve Connelly, row 3, Mark Neer, Jimmy Walker, Jeff Pritchard, Mark Kingsbury, Bobby Cearley. row 4, Nancy Ayres, Becky Wood, Iva Robinson, Ginger Abernathy, Jeff Perry, Mary Abernathy. FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA The 1974 Collier FTA Chapter started the year with a lot of ambition and big plans for a super special year. Chapter President Brenda Isaacs led all activity with the experienced touch of a great leader. Officers, left to right, Debbie Bentley, historian; Cindy Hillerman, vice- president; Brenda Isaacs, president; Cindy McMahan, secretary, Joleen Linduff, reporter. first row, left to right, Susan Clark, Jeannie Rodgers, Kay Littleton, Melody Rider, Loretta Chester, Sherri Pritchard, Terri Barrett, Tammy Seckel, Mary Jane Sandefur, Belinda Wood, second row, Debi Black, Ronda Guest, Joe Timperly, Kathy Taylor, Robin Chisholm, Elaine Nadeau, Wanda Faulkner, Debbie Patterson, Kathy Hudgins, Karen Kinsey (Sponsor), third row, Linda Cox, Linda Bingham, Toni Teafatiller, Craig Harlin, Nancy Ayres, Becky Wood, Iva Robinson, Lisa French, Nancy Seaton, June Criss. fourth row, Brenda Isaacs, Cindy Hillerman, Kim Yones, Linda Trice, Vickie Stewart, Rita Coy, Cathy Madden, Debbie Lam, Cherry Bingham, fifth row, Karen Akin, Cindy McMahan, Ronnie Reed, Joleen Linduff, Mike Potter, Terry Hess, Becky Rudolph, Debbie Bentley, Deby Swarb, Sherry Williams. 20 This year's convention at OSU in Stillwater was an exciting one, but a bit of a letdown. After several consecutive years of no award or recognition, chapter members wonder where the work is leading them. But special honors are not the most important thing -- satisfaction and accomplishment are! 21 c H E E R L E A D E R S We tried our best to show our spirit to the school. Funny little grins popped as we cheered before the crowd. Boppers like us must have a starting point somewhere— we hope the school appreciated our trying and will give most of us an E for effort. We prepared as a group to encourage support, summer clinic, spirit sticks, flips, jumps, chants, chuckles when we did Two bits— openly expressing feelings and emotions to the spectators is the definition of a cheerleader. Cheerleaders pause for photo. Kneeling, Cindy Hillerman, cheermistress, Cathy Madden. Standing, Kim Yones, Deniese Stapp, Marcia Edgin. Top, Kathy Hudgins. Cindy and Cathy invade boys' dressing room. Sponsor Mrs. Price always on hand. Five little Indian Maidens dressed up in true Savage fashion. PEP CLUB COUNCIL Row 1, left to right, Deanna Scott, Cindy McMahan, vice- president, Becky Rudolph, treas- urer, Brenda Isaacs, president, Melody Rider, Debbie Lam, Debbie Bentley. Row 2, Pam Marsh, reporter, Deby Swarb, Linda Sehon, secretary, Debi Black, Debbie Patterson, Ronda Guest, Diane Passons, Sherri Pritchard. Row 3, Kathy Hudgins, Cathy Madden, cheer-mistress, Kim Yones, Marcia Edgin, Cindy Hillerman, Deniese Stapp. GO! GO! GO! YOU FIGHTIN' SAVAGES! Pep Club initiation, right, offered poison potion. And at huge bonfire at outdoor pep rally, below center, everyone got warmed up bodily and in student spirit. Get that touchdown! is Pep Club cry as Pauls Valley's Panthers are smashed by Tecumseh gridders. FOOTBALL TEAM, bottom row: Craig Harlin, Roy Clark, Daxmy Townsend, Matt Higdon, Bill Zuker, Jeff Pritchard, Joel Tones, Dave Johnson, and Doyle Roller, row 2: Vernon Houck (Manager) Stan Higdon, Gary Smith, John Clark, Mike Hulin, Rick McCray, Kurt Kingham, Terry Lester, Joe Thomas, Bobby Villines, Edgar Youngblood, Glen Winfrey, and Mike Robinson (Manager), row 3: Fred Foster, Roy Effinger, Bob Lobaugh, Steve Rhodd, Andy Gower, Nathaniel Ryan, Mike Kochick, Ronald Harrison, James Click, Billy Shaw, and Ronnie Reed, row 4: Coach Randy Humphrey, Head Coach Charley North, Paul Schmidlkofer, Bob Cain, Benny Hysell, Jim Shirey, Joe Cole, Tony Pecore, Tim Schmidlkofer, Coach Tom Frohnapfel, and Coach Tom Caskey. SAVAGE FOOTBALL 28 ALL-DISTRICT front, S. Higdon, T. Schmidlkofer, B. Villines. standing, Coach North, J. Clark, J. Cole, J. Shirey, C. Harlin, Coach Humphrey. ALL-CONFERENCE front, R. Effinger, S. Rhodd, A. Gower, standing, Coach North, J. Clark, J. Cole, J. Shirey, C. Harlin, Coach Humphrey. The Savages fought to a respectable 6-4-1 record in the tough District 2A-3 gridiron race. The season was climaxed with three consecutive wins over Harrah, Chandler and Crooked Oak. Next year the Savages play in a newly created district. Fans are promised another exciting brand of football. 29 kneeling: Reed, Harlin, Kochick, Foster, Clark, Villines, Cain, and Cole, standing: Schmidlkofer, Smith, Shirey, Hulin, and Higdon. 30 31 32 33 A TRIBUTE TO THE REDMAN For as long as our American history goes back, the Redman has been a symbol of our heritage. The savage head that represents our school has borne the proud name of the Tecumseh Savages. This year, the Redman was not forgotten. The impressible fortitude of this proud people was honored at our football coronation. The Tecumseh High School band formed the traditional T and the Pep Club added to the festivities. The most important and exciting part, besides crowning of the queen, was the Indian dancers. We as students would like to thank the American Indians, for without them, we wouldn't have the name Savage . Last years reigning queen, Kim Yones, and captain Gary Smith. This year's new queen, Debi Black and captain, Gary Smith. 34 Senior. Debi Black and escort, Joe Cole. Junior Cheryl Sigman and escort, John Clark. Sophomore: Dina Lambert and escort, Bob Villines. Freshman: Sandra Sehon and escort, Craig Harlin. 35 Beginning the traditional cere- mony are flowergirl Shawna Paterson and Crownbearer Danny Caskey, below, Gary Smith es- corts Queen Debi to sidelines. Queen Debi Black after crowning with the headdress and traditional flowers, below, ceremony begins anxious queen candidates wait. 36 ifr DEBI BLACK IS CROWNED FOOTBALL QUEEN left, Tecumseh football fans get close look at Debi in convertible ride around football field. above, Head Football Coach North presents Debi with peace-pipe during regular Friday Pep Assem- bly. left, Queen Debi manages smile despite cold weather as her Royal Court surrounds her in front of Savage totem pole. 37 BAND LEADS THE SPIRIT! I Tecumseh's snappy-looking marching band was in a rebuilding program this year—and what a year the band had! Director Herb Moring kept them busy, participating in music meets and contests all over Central Oklahoma, above, band members whoop it up with pep music, left, Danny Napier shows form which made him part of the 1974 All-State Band. 1974 was a special year for the THS band. They totally earned the respect and admiration of the school. Hard work and dedicated direction make the difference in a GOOD band and a GREAT one! right, Drum Major Jeannie Rodgers, below, Director Moring leads THS song, center right, In action at football game, bottom, twirlers Belinda Wood, Sandee Whitehead and Lucille Bums, drum major Jeannie Rodgers. JR.-HI FOOTBALL first row: Lowery, Chastain, Jenks, Perry, Miner, Brooks, Norris, Mousy, Jackson, second row: Wilsie, F. Yates, Holt, Thompson, Bussey, La Valley, Sparks, T. Belshe, Lobaugh. third row: McClure, Ledford, Ryan, Cox, Willison, J. Belshe, Tacker, Smith, Judy, Combs, fourth row: Sigman, Conaster, Schmidlkofer, Hurst, Clark, Saunders, Asher, Greenlee, fifth row; Tate, Van Arnum, Starks, Cosper, French, R. Yates, Roberts, Clark, top: Ealey. j. ■ |g-v —j T« As G6 V 5 V fs- 3 ,7ASSasifree rvi n j yi« e ! i(' j j I I - 40 Squad members: Coach Myers, Billy Copeland, Neal Motley, Ronnie Autin, Doug Love, Frankie Donovan, Mark Botkin, Alan Brady, David Earls, Blain Littleton, Frank Schmidlkofer, Danny McSperritt, Phillip McCray, Glen Carter, Bryan Newby, Danny Standridge, Brent Sparks, Joe Lloyd, Randy Stark, Tivis Jessee, Van Straughan, Tim Parsons, James Clark, Kirk Washburn, David Anderson, Keith Hayes, Donny Clark, Russell Hulin, Brian Clemens, Mike Murrell, David White. PEP CLUB, left to right, row 1, Jeannie Staff, Kay Westervelt. row 2, Della Hysell, Tammy Fuggett, Cindy Madden, row 3, Terry Johnson, Melisa Chisholm, Diana Jennings, Lori Stapp, Debbie Newmaster, Lori Ross, Donna Powell, Peggy Robinson, row 4, Ladonna Lyle, Jamie Hurst, Lori Magdalena, Brenda Scott, Sandra Sigman, Carol LaChapelle, Mrs. Gower, sponsor. Cheerleaders Jeannie Stapp, Della Hysell, Tammy Fuggett, Cindy Madden, and Kay Westervelt take time from a busy schedule to smile for photographer. )R. HIGH PEP CLUB Building spirit is an im- portant job, and getting such a great start on it in Junior High School really makes a difference! This year's cheerleaders and pep club made school enthusiasm an everyday thing. 43 SENIOR PLAY THE MOUSE THAT ROARED Cast Duchess Cloriana . . . Linda Sehon Mary . . . Deniese Stapp Jane Cathy Madden Fran, • Sharon Salazar Pam • •••••••• Terry Hess Ann Sherry Williams Norma • ••••••• Belinda Wood Helen Kim Yones Page Cindy Hillerman Miss Johnson Sherry Pritchard Miss Wilkins Deby Swarb Mrs. Reiner • . • • • Diane Passons Mrs. Bascom Terri Raney Professor Smith .... Brenda Isaacs Assistant Marcia Edgin Tully Bascom Craig Harlin Count Mount joy. . . • Jim Shirey David Benter Mike Potter Mr. Beston Joe Cole Prof. Konkintz .... Ricky Morris President Wade French General Snippet. • . . Jeff Brown Will Tatum Bobby Villines 1st Soldier Bob Cane 2nd Soldier • • • . • Joe Timperley Director Karen Kinsey Stage Manager .... Debbie Bentley JUNIOR PLAY BUTTER ON THE BACON Ah, just perfect! We won't change a thing! Cast Jerry Brennan........... Oliver Brennan.......... Virginia Brennan . • • • Betty Brennan........... Molly Swados............ Lt. Swados.............. Mrs, Swados............. Moose Grobengeiser • • Yvette La Rue........... Horace Hawthorne • • • • J. Fenelon Finque • • • • Miss Kittenger.......... Mrs, Grobengeiser, . . , Mr. Diogenes............ Senior Stage Managers • • Joel Yones . Mark Kingsbury . Cindy Melot . Susan Clark . Linda Cox • Matt Brown • Tammie Seckel • Jeannie Rodgers • Carol Stapp • Andy Gower , Bill Zuker • Toni Teafatiller • Debbie Price , Roy Effinger • Terry Raney, Terrv Hess He's mine, I tell you! I got here first! He owes the government millions! Holy Toledo! Gee, after all these years, this happens to me! That shirt? Well, it might do in a rainstorm or to go to a dog fight in! 45 BASKETBALL It was an exciting year of basketball for the Savages, turning the THS gym into a giant crazy quilt of gold and black colors as they raced up and down the court They gave battle to long-time adversaries--such as Dale, McLoud, Bethel, Maud, Noble, Harrah, Mustang, and Konawa. Coach Bob Avery's players were not blessed with any one outstanding individual. But they were a unified group of young men who realized the importance of teamwork and sacrifice. They distinguished themselves by hustle, willingness to work, and a strong desire for victory. VARSITY, left to right, row 1, Joe Timperley, Richard Houck, Jim Walker, Brent Jones, Ricky Stewart, Bill Barker, Brad Townsend, row 2, Coach Bob Avery, Mike Walker, Arlin Stout, Jim Shirey, Joe Cole, Andy Gower, Mike Robinson. JR. VARSITY, left to right, row 1, John Arrasmith, Blake Harlin, Brent Walck, Martin Stacey, Mickey Madden, Grady Dutton, Kirk Kirk, row 2, Coach Avery, Glenn Gray, George Crauthers, Louis Harwell, C.W. Scarberry, Mike Robinson, Keith Harmon. SAVAGETTES MAKE AREA FINALS left to right: Sharon Craig, Ladine Wade, Delores May, Patty Silver, Sherry Williams, Becky Rudolph, Reda Cox, Coach Bob Avery, Cindy McMahan, Kim Jones, Linda Bingham, Linda Sehon, Kay Littleton, Iva Robinson, Cindy Hillerman Cindy and Reda proudly accept County Championship Trophy from Principal Barker. After we won Regional Finals . . . and tears. Making last-minute plans. Another great defensive block out on the line. 53 SAVAGETTE RECORD Tecumseh Opponents 41 Konawa 26 47 Maud 38 41 McLoud 47 34 Meeker 38 50 Jones 32 48 Wynnewood 32 49 Dale 31 36 Mustang 26 50 Harrah 46 44 Bethel 42 57 Noble 47 51 McLoud 46 35 Dale 38 55 Noble 31 67 Earlsboro 26 47 Bethel 23 48 Dale 45 51 Maud 48 40 Mustang 36 36 Bethel 34 56 Harrah 50 47 Konawa 34 38 Bethel 36 39 McLoud 35 46 Moore 45 31 Fairview 47 43 Kingfisher 49 The Tecumseh Savagettes performed admirably in the 1973-74 season. During the season Coach Bob Avery led his team to a 22-5 record. Spurred by enthusiasm and team spirit, the Savagettes won the Pott. County tournament and Diamond- Four Conference Championship. From this tean, two of the outstand- ing honors received by individual members were Reda Cox and Cindy McMahan, honorable mention All- Staters. A successful season for all team members will be remembered forever. 1974 BASKETBALL HOMECOMING Selina Kalka, Kay Littleton, Queen Becky Rudolph, Linda Cox Junior Candidate: Linda Cox Junior Escort; Andy Gower Senior Candidate: Becky Rudolph Senior Escort Joe Timperly 58 Freshman Candidate: Selina Kalka. Freshman Escort: Stan Miner 1974 Basketball Queen; Becky Rudolph. Captain Richard Houck presenting Becky with the traditional kiss. Sophomore Candidate: Kay Littleton Sophomore Escort: Brent VValck 59 JR. HIGH BASKETBALL FRESHMAN BOYS row 1, Gary Powell, Dennis Wade, Robbie Chaffin, Mike Jackson, Dennis Barker, Chris Pool, row 2, Toby Spicer, Tommy Wilsie, Steve McMahan, Coach Bob Avery, Jeff Scarberry, Stan Miner, Mike Bussey. 8TH GRADE BOYS row 1, Kippy Ward, Gordon Baker, Mark French, Merrit Roberts, Mike Crauthers, Jerry Cosper. row 2, Vick Tate, Keith Coy, Terry McCullar, Daniel Washburn, Chuck Littleton, Tony Miller, row 3, Coach Darrell Whittington, Jimmy Tacker, Jay Watkins, Clifford Ryan, Richard Coy, Ricky Starks. 7TH GRADE BOYS row 1, Mike Hobbs, Russell Hulin, Tivis Jessy, Neal Anderson, Van Stacey, Doug Love, Alan Brady, Joe Boring, row 2, Coach Whittington, David Earls, David Anderson, Jerry McMahan, Ricky Folks, Neal Motley, Kirk Washburn. 60 FRESHMAN GIRLS row 1, Robyn Zumwalt, Terri Holt, Kari Cox, Cindy Asher, Beth Rodgers, Toni Hooser, Carla Lee. row 2, Coach Bob Avery, Selina Kalka, Lori Magdelena, Teresa Garrison, Jamie Hurst, Debbie Webb, Debbie Newton. 8TH GRADE GIRLS row 1, Rosie Carderara, Marilyn Sellers, Willina Low, Zana Smith, Cindy Jeffcoat, Teresa Gill, Jayne Gamer, Diesta Beaver, Lori Kirk, row 2, Desiree Davidson, Janet Amerson, Sandy Sigman, Carol Essary, Margaret Murrell, Gina Steveson, Cindy Smith, Sheila Harlin, Coach Darrell Whittington, row 3, Debbie Childers, Debbie Cain, Joy Kelly, Vicky Starks, Jan Coffey, Laurie Hulin. 7TH GRADE GIRLS row 1, Peggy Robinson, Darla Crow, Melody Fowler, Cheryl O'Dell, Michelle Melot, Monica Lones, Beth Farrow, Lori Kirk, row 2, Coach Whittington, Diane Jennings, Sherri Martin, Peggy Barnett, Rhonda Montgomery, Tammy Scarberry, Desiree Davidson, row 3, Lori Reece, Brenda Scott, Terri King, Delia Hysell, Toni Burch. 61 VARSITY WRESTLERS, row 1, Craig Harlin, Jeff Brown, Matt Brown, Joel Yones, Dane Johnston, Roy Clark, Danny Young, row 2, Tony Pecore, Steve Rhodd, Roy Effinger, Kurt Kingham, Danny Townsend, Coach Frohnapfel. not pictured, Gary Smith, Tim Schmidlkofer. SAVAGE WRESTLING SEASON RECORD Tecumseh Opponents 50 O.C. Casady 12 20 Choctaw 23 57 Lawton Mac 0 13 Ada 33 40 Heritage Hall 20 41 Okarche 18 26 Lawton High 20 56 Lawton Mac 6 35 O.C. Star-Spencer 23 29 Salisaw 27 36 Anadarko 24 35 Geary 20 40 O.C. Northeast 21 40 O.C. McGuinness 12 26 Guthrie 32 9 Harrah 32 50 Guthrie 6 Coach Frohnapfel discusses strategy with Savage wrestler Benny Hysell before a match. BEST YEAR EVER The total of 13 wins as a team this season outnumbers the total of all wins by THS since wrestling was initi- ated here. It was also the second season in a row the Savages were rated in the Top Ten in Class 2-A, and at one time were rated number four in the state. 62 SAVAGE WRESTLERS IN ACTION, top, left to right, Roy Effinger rests on back for overtime match in consolation finals at Regional Tournament, top right, Joel Yones at regionals. middle, Benny Hysell has Lawton Mac opponent in trouble; Dane Johnson vs. Sulphur at regionals gets taken down, and Steve Rhodd urges Lawton Mac in light suit to wrestle, bottom, Dane Johnson vs. Guthrie applies tight waist ride; on knees and muscles bulging, Tecumseh s Craig Harlin, 141-pound Diamond Four Conference champ and Mid-Western Conference All-Conference wrestler, battles Gary Grindl of Guthrie, Diamond Four 148-pound champ. Harlin gained many honors for THS, being named outstanding wrestler at the Diamond Four tournament and Wrestler of the Year in the Mid-Western Conference. At the state meet, Harlin wrestled the eventual state champion and barely lost, 10-8. He never recovered from a bout with influenza, which might have cost him the state title. Two other standouts, Roy Effinger and Jeff Brown, made the Diamond Four All-Conference team. INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS NAME W R. Effinger 29 J. Brown 27 C. Harlin 27 D. Johnson 22 M. Brown 15 S. Rhodd 15 G. Smith 14 D. Young 11 R. Clark 8 T. Schmidlkofer 7 K. Kingham 5 T. Pecore 9 J. Yones 7 L T T. PTS PCT 6 0 119 .828 8 1 94.5 .763 6 2 85.5 . 800 5 2 74.5 .792 7 2 65 .666 10 0 51 .600 1 0 73.5 .933 13 1 50.5 .460 9 1 33.5 .472 10 0 29 .411 11 0 24 .312 9 0 39 .500 4 0 37 .635 TECUMSEH fans came out in large numbers this year, right, Coach Frohnapfel talks with Guthrie Coach Joe Woody before Savages' 50-6 victory, below, Roy Clark vs. McCullan of Harrah; Tony Pecore takes on Myers of Geary; Jeff Brown in action at regional meet; Steve Rhodd puts half-nelson Turk pin on Lawton Mac foe, and Coach gives Roy Clark and Jeff Brown help on sidelines. JR. HIGH WRESTLERS FUTURE TECUMSEH HIGH grapplers, left to right, are Greg Lowry, Alan Bennett, Joe Van Arnum, Darren Asher, Tim Kinsey, Van Straughan, and Coach Frohnapfei. The team learned a lot this year. Look out next year! CHARLIE BROWN AND friend seem to ogle all those handsome trophies Tecumseh wrestlers won this year. There would have been more awards if the flu epi- demic had not hit THS and took its toll. But a 13-4 season record was something to be justifiably proud of. 65 WRESTLING QUEEN queen, cindy melot Escorted by Roy Effinger Crowned and kissed by Jeff Brown Returned to her throne to inspire the team. 66 Senior Candidate Linda Sehon Sophomore Candidate Lela Hudgins Freshman Candidate Lori Magdalena 67 'THE MIMERS' DRAMA CLUB The Miniers Drama Club reveled in one of its better years in 1974. The club presented an exciting Christmas play, and closed out the school year with a humorous old-fashioned melodrama production. Other plays and cuttings were Sorry, Wrong Number, featuring seven seniors, and Dracula, Adam and Eve, Cinderella. Members also acted in Annie Get Your Gun, one of the most popular musicals ever staged at THS. Mimer members bottom, left to right, Mrs. Karen Kinsey, sponsor, Debbie Bentley, Mike Potter, Jim Shirey, Craig Marlin, Terry Raney, Deby Swarb, Kim Yones, Sherry Williams. On stairs, Loretta Chester, Wanda Faulkner, Joe Cole, Linda Sehon, Cheryl Lloyd, Sharon Salazar, Sharon Walters, Jolcen Linduff, Cathy Madden, Elaine Nadeau, Robin Chisholm, Karen Akin, Brenda Isaacs, Sherri Pritchard, Belinda Wood, Ronda Guest, Debbie Patterson, Marcia Edgin, Deniese Stapp. TECUMSEH SAVAGE JggSMOKE SIGNAL •• . 5 ir.n Zc7J . lurch 197L • . k.«. Mike Potter, right, and girls in Xmas play. it's 'sorry, wrong NUMBER' ON TONIGKT '•Spri ns Break Time! -re «.f.v: • •ere s t. ;,e- 1 • ’ • .m-r- • - . e — •?� r. - .-r • •. ‘ J.-,rcr. JUytr : ' .3 .I.e • • • . -e • o: I.— r. o.-er y - «•en i .r : � . • , ’.t • • r- S€VE V Seniors Featured y et; ; .c; •e .c.a� � «ill pre- • ••- . :.r.'.-r T.e®'.re ;rf Sv.ct- r. •••• r.-y ■ rr;., r..nit ■ ■•••r,' r. V • .r.ra of v. rrr ,v: ! tf.;.r r will .recete r. eve'. ;� -rf m.incea. -• � . ; v serves .r. •• e-ifet-r.� - .ot: y f sr . • 1 rye-. •.cn� ’.� r .S . Ye -.rrr � -.ed in vjvaf.ee f• r ' r.e :l y. • .� i..-sur '.'in'- � nel'«le� School newspaper headlined Sorry, Wrong Number. The buffet-style dinner preceding the play was popular. Left, Cheryl Loyd in Adam and Eve. I I f 68 CROWDS ACCLAIM PRODUCTIONS BY MIMERS Mrs, Karen Kinsey's drama stu- dents were kept busy this year, as they played to hundreds of people. Not only did the THS thespians offer an appetizing variety in their plays, they also exhibited fine talents that might lead to theatrical careers for some. Sherri Tate, Where's Billy? Student body applauded actors, actresses in Christmas play, above, below, left to right, Brenda Isaacs in Dracula, and Terry Hess in Cinderella. GLEE CLUB Decked out in the new attire, the Glee Club had the largest number of members in recent memory. Small groups entertained civic groups in the local area. The group presented three perform- ances of Annie Get Your Gun April 22. It was an ambitious undertaking and it was difficult to tell who had the most fun -- the cast or the audience. Row 1, left to right, Tivis Jessee, Glen Carter, Mark Botkin, Alan Brady, Bryan Clem mens, Tim Crane, Billy Neighbors, Doug Love, Andy Tefertiller, David Anderson, Mike Murrell, Dennis Simon, Kirk Washburn, Russell Hulin, James Clark, Ricky Folks, Mrs. Daugherty. Row 2, Kay Westervelt, Sharon Trammell, Karen Marrs, Darla Crow, Rachael Crossley, Janice Gruver, Betty Haser, Rosie Cardarera, Leesa Reece, Melody Rider, Lisa Connally, Teddie Blaine, Kathy Donavan, Peggy Robinson. Row 3, Rhonda Montgomery, Debbie Newmaster, Carol La Chapelle, Jo Lee Troll, Debbie Lam, Christinna Cheatwood, June Criss, Brenda Isaacs, Ladine Wade, Roxie Key, Sharon Walters, Tonda Keesee, Connie Tipton, Terri Martin, Cathy Brooks, Tonya Furr, Nancy Hackett, La Donna Crow. Top row, Vickie Thompson, Sharon Robinson, Debbie Wiggins, Della Hysell, Chris Hawkins, Sheryl Kingsbury, Rhonda Buckmaster, Joanie Gokey, Lori Smith, Katherine Key, Kim Martin, Debbie Case, Terri King, LaTonya Burch, Tammy Scarberry, Brenda Scott, Peggy Barnett, Lori Reece. Joe and Brenda Show Business! Danny and Joe Tell what I m gonna do. STYLE SHOW Applause of a capacity audience greeted students of Home Eco- nomic Instructors Clyde Ruth McDonald and Carleta Thompson. Some 30 girls modeled their creations, proving THS students learn how to sew, and well. With child models in tow, 4th year Home Ec students show off dress styles they made for themselves and children. ARTS and CRAFTS EXHIBIT 'THE SAVAGE' PROUDLY PRESENTS 1974 YEARBOOK QUEEN Cheryl O'Dell 7th Grade Sheila Harlin 8th Grade Janice Baker Freshman Yearbook Queen (Left) Nancy Ayres, Sophomore (center) JoAnn Turner, Junior (right) Sherri Pritchard, Senior. 73 ALL SCHOOLS SPRING BAND CONCERT Undoubtedly one of the popular hits among school activities was this year's Spring Band Con- cert. Under the capable baton of Director Herb Moring, bands of the 5th and 6th grades, Junior High, and Senior High climaxed an exciting year by playing 21 selections. These dedicated musicians are making a strong THS band a reality. Standing-room-only crowd heard 1974 Spring Concert by bands. 4 Director Herb Moring leads Tecumseh High School Band in concert in THS's new gymnasium, below left, Junior High comet trio—Keith Hays, Joel Newman, Robin Talley—harmonize in playing Azure Skies. below right, Band Queen Belinda Wood joins James Collins, Joleen Linduff and Terry Hess in clarinet rendition of Tick-Tack- Toe. Director Moring looks on. 1974 BAND QUEEN MISS BELINDA WOOD IS CROWNED Senior Belinda Wood was crowned Band Queen May 2 at the All Schools Spring Band Concert. Frank Whitehead, band president, crowned the new queen which made her title official. Belinda, a majorette in the band, also added an attractiveness to the front of the THS Band at numerous appearances this year. Crownbearer Spence Kidney, Flowergirl Lori Forrester. HER MAJESTY'S ROYAL COURT Left to right, Junior escort Danny Napier; Band President and Senior Escort Frank Whitehead; Junior attendant Jeannie Rodgers; Fresh- man attendant Gayle Wheeler; Sophomore attendant Sandy Whitehead; Freshman escort Bryan Nadeau; Sophomore escort Trent Gentry. CONCERT 75 FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA The FFA had a big year as all members worked extra hard to capture honor after honor for their school and chapter. This year also marked the fourth for Advisor Raymond Cockrum at THS. Girls also worked and cared for their animals, washing, combing them for the various shows. Honors were won at county, district, area and state competition levels. It was a nice feeling. STATE FARMER CANDIDATES: Jeff Brown, Fred Foster, Johnnie Hogue, Mike Jeffcoat. GREENHAND OFFICERS: Greg Lowry, sentinel; Cindy Stockton, treasurer; Joe Sevy, vice-president; Jamie Hackney, secretary; Chris Pool, reporter. FFA MOTTO 'Learning to do Doing to learn Learning to live Living to serve' CHAPTER OFFICERS 73-74: Row 1, Jeff Brown, sentinel; Harlan Faulkner, treasurer; Fred Foster, president; Johnnie Hogue, vice-presi- dent, Kenneth Haley, secretary. Row 2, David Clark, chaplain; Mary Lou Villines, historian, Randy Huff, parliamentarian. SPEECH CONTESTANTS: Rowl, Gayla Holt, Debbie Thomas, Carol Willines, Charletta Essary, Mary Lou Villines, Jamie Hackney. Row 2, Charles White, Doyal Roller, Matt Brown, Blake Willison, Bill Barker, Leonard Haley, Joe Sevy. CHAPTFR WINS STATE HONORS Chapter officers did a fine job leading us in numerous activities. One of the year's highlights oc- cured when the Farm Shop Team captured 1st place in welding at the state competition atOSU. Other teams won state honors in speech, electrification, farm management, power and ma- chinery. FARM SHOP TEAM: Row 1, Ricky Harris, Brent Walck, Randy Huff. Row 2, Andy Gower, Tony Pecore, Kenny Jolley, Row 3, Steve Thomas, Fred Foster, Ronald Harrison, Benny Hysell, C. L. Barnett, Bobbie Villines, Jeff Brown, Wade French. 1974 FFA SPRING This year's Spring Banquet and FFA Sweetheart Coronation was attended by a capacity throng in the High School Cafeteria Friday night, May 10. Follow- ing a delicious dinner, various awards were presented to students and FFA boosters. Under Mr. Cockrum's diligent efforts and farmers and cattlemen in the Tecumseh area, the THS chapter is one of the strongest in Oklahoma. Principal Carl Barker presents Senior Johnnie Hogue with Outstanding Star Farmer Award. Cafeteria was jammed with friends and parents of FFA students. Adults have been consistent supporters of FFA members. Jeff Brown presents Mr. Cockrum with hat gift. Henry Bowlan, FFA Booster Club President, presents special gift to Mrs. Jean Cockrum. FFA President Fred Foster kept things rolling. BANQUET CORONATION RONDA GARCIA CROWNED FFA SWEETHEART After coronation, escorts and attendants pose, left to right Bobby Villines, Debbie Patterson, Sweetheart Ronda Garcia, President Fred Foster, Blake Wilison, Jamie Hackney, Linda Bingham, Benny Hysell, Randy Huff. Ronda Garcia smiles after being crowned Banquet offered fun, fellowship and recognition. FFA Sweetheart by Fred Foster. Fred and Ronda at head table. A Sweetheart is crowned and. • • • • .then the traditional kiss! 79 VARSITY TEAM, row 1, left to right, Roy Effinger, Ricky Steward, Tommy Wilsie, Mike Bussey, Andy Gower, Jim Shirey. row 2, Rick Morris, Jeff Perry, Mike Hulin, Mickey Madden, David Hamilton, Randy Morris, row 3, Coach Randy Humphrey, Bob Cain, Brad Townsend, Craig Harlin, Joe Cole, Coach Hal Honeycutt. BASEBALL Savage baseballers had a successful season, winning 11 and losing nine. The THS squad went to the District Tournament, beating Konawa 13-0 in five innings. Seminole won the finals, however, 4-0. The Savages tied for second place with Noble s Bears in the Diamond Four Conference race. Tecumseh beat Byng 2-1, and that team went to state semi-finals. In the Okemah Tournament, Tecumseh led most of the way but finally lost 9-5. Okemah advanced to the state finals. 80 Coach Hal Honeycutt reflects before season opener. Coach Honeycutt discusses strategy with his team prior to players taking to field. Batter up as soon as snow left the ground. Workouts were hard like in any other sport, but the work turned into experience and experience into victory. Under our billed caps were the hidden smiles when that last second bunt paid off, or we per- formed a magnificent double play. After such moments we couldn't help but wonder if our caps would be too small after a hard won victory. Third baseman Joe Cole handles sharply hit ball as Shortstop Tommy Wilsie backs him up. Pitcher Jim Shirey Pitcher Bob Cain Rick Morris, above right, slams a hit for the Savages, below left, THS players in dug out ponder a decision by the plate umpire, below, Jim Shirey and Cole Cole lead team in congratu- lating Noble's team after a hard-fought battle. Our team displayed good sports- manship all season. — SAVAGE BASEBALL TEAM PACKS LOTS OF POWER Unlucky 13? Catcher Randy Morris waits turn. . . • . .then receives teammates' hands after homerun! Above, Craig Harlin gets last-minute instructions from Coach Honeycutt. Roy Effinger blasts a hit, above right, against Noble Bears. Plate umpire is Tecumseh's Mike Shultz, right, Andy Gower is ready to pick off enemy runner at first base. 82 SAVAGE TRACK All things considered, the 1974 track team had a good year in competition. They participated in the McAlester Invitational. The team made a good show- ing in the 5-Star Conference, and in the Diamond Four Conference they tied for third-place. In the latter conference, they won first-place in the 100- yard dash, second in the 220-yard run, third in the 440-yard relay, and fourth in the mile relay. But the team never gave up, always training to improve skills. Right, Tecumseh's Steve Rhodd, with bad right leg bandaged, grimaces in attempt to overtake Seminole runner, below, Ted Belshe and Terry Lester get off to a fast start in a home meet. VARSITY TRACK TEAM, kneeling, left to right, Steve Rhodd, Tim Schmidlkofer, Ronald Harrison, Jeff Pritchard, standing, Andy Gower, Mike Kuchick, Benny Hysell, John Clark, Stan Higdon, James Click, not pictured, Ted Belshe, Frankie Yates. 83 TRACK TEAM PROVES THS 'IN MOTION'IN '74 Upper left, Starter Gene Gower gets runners off to successful start. Left, Deniese Stapp jumps hurdle as other girls watch. Above, Coach Charles North gives Jeff Pritchard and Stan Higdon instructions. Below left, Stan Higdon awaits signal for relay race. Below, Jeff Pritchard relaxes on bale of hay between events. 84 SOMETHING NEW AT THS: GIRLS GO OUT FOR TRACK! THS girls turned out in good numbers this year to prove they could run like dears (no pun intended). With them around, things around the track were prettier. Girl varsity team, above, row 1, Terri Holt, Sharon Salazar, Debbie Patterson, Debi Black, Selina Kalka. Standing, Sandra Sehon, Susan Clark, Cindy Asher, Becky Rudolph, Teresa Harrison, Linda Bingham, Iva Robinson. Track Coach Charles North JUNIOR High tracksters competed at various meets this year. They gained JR.-HI TRACK TEAM valuable experience, which will help ' them to become the stars of tomorrow. GAINS EXPERIENCE row 1, left to right, Darren Asher, Billy Copeland, Keith Cox, Joe Van Arnam, row 2, James Clark, James Bean, Tommy Wilsie, David Anderson, Steve Clark. Their coach was Mike 85 Combs. JUNIOR-SENIOR BANQUET Date: May 4, 1974 Place: Cinderella Motel Theme: Love is Sr's 74 Lisa French served as Mistress of Ceremonies amidst a most beautifully decorated ballroom, courtesy of the Junior Class, Senior Class President Craig Harlin de- livered the Acceptance Speech. Reading the humorous Class Will were Debbie Bentley and Wade French. Faculty and School Board members were special guests. 86 Ronda Guest opened the banquet with a prayer. While Vickie Stewart and Janet Baker provided entertain- ment, Linda Cox and Brad Townsend read the nostalgic Remember Whens. The Senior Class Prophecy was delivered by Cindy Melot and Roy Effing er. 87 ALL-SPORTS BANQUET Date: April 26, 1974 Place: American Legion Building Theme: Savage Graffiti The THS Pep Club again sponsored the annual All- Sports Banquet, Outstanding high school athletes were singled out for awards Brenda Isaacs, President of the Pep Club, acted as Mistress of Ceremonies for the gala affair. Ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary served a delicious dinner. Afterwards, there was an air of sus- pense as names of the winning athletes were awaited. Each girl basketball player received a special trophy for their great season in 1974. Each year team members of each sport select a Sweetheart, This year team captains presented each lucky Senior girl chosen with a lovely necklace. Sweethearts for 1974 were: Football — Linda Sehon Basketball — Cindy Hillerman Wrestling — Kathy Hudgins Eye-catching engraved plaques were awarded to outstanding athletes by THS coaches. Coach Bob Avery presented awards to Reda Cox and Cindy McMahan. They were named co-winners for the Outstanding Girl Athlete. Senior boys receiving awards were: Joe Cole — Outstanding Boy Athlete; Craig Harlin — Jaycee's Outstanding Athlete of the Year, the Gary Guinn Award, and Out- standing Wrestler Award Mrs. Mary Melot was presented a blanket by Joe Cole in recognition of her 40 years of attending all THS football games. Eddie Parker presented the Jaycee Award to Craig Harlin. Editor Debbie Bentley and circula- tion manager Mike Potter. SMOKE SIGNAL STAFF Debbie Lam, Clyde Clark, Rhonda Buckmaster, June Criss, Debbie Bentley, Sherri Pritchard, Melanie Deatherage, Belinda Wood, Debi Black, Ronda Guest, Bryan Nadeau, Sharon Salazar, Fred Foster, Deniese Stapp, Marcia Edgin, Gary Holbert, Mike Potter. below left, checking Smoke Signal story for accuracy, below right, J- Gang writes stories for County- Wide News to be checked by Advisor Frank Talley. 90 WHO'S WHO MOST POPULAR Marcia Edgin - Craig Harlin BEST ALL-AROUND Tim Schmidlkofer - Debbie Patterson CUTEST Rick Morris - Sherry Williams WITTIEST Mike Potter - Sharon Salazar FRIENDLIEST Steve McKiddy - Cathy Madden 92 TOP TEN SENIORS Craig Harlin, Sherri Pritchard, Brenda Isaacs, Deanna Scott, Cindy McMahan, Mike Kochick, Terri Raney, Ivan Haley, Joleen Linduff, Debbie Bentley, BACCALAUREATE SERVICE Baccalaureate services were held Sunday even- ing, May 19, at the football stadium. The Rev, Doyle Loveland, minister of the Highland Church of Christ, delivered the Senior Sermon, The Rev. Beryl Kingsbury, pastor of the United Methodist Church, delivered the benediction. Board of Education member, Jesse McCullar, delivered the invocation. It was a solemn occasion. 93 Valedictorian The Commencement Address was given by Mr. Jim Beard, former national FFA Vice-President, Platform guests included William Straughan, Board of Education President, Rev, Roma Stewart, Principal Carl Barker, Rev. Robert Rider, and Alva Melot, Super intendent of Tecumseh Schools, COMMENCEMENT Reminiscing of the past 12 years of school radiates a new illuminous path towards higher education ; the conscientious process of seek- ing, obtaining, sustaining and applying knowledge. Some review our last year as really strange ; our individual ad- ventures began before the designated time—after graduation. Together, we leave to strive in our individual worlds—at last con- secrating the lack of togetherness by joining the Parade of Life. Life is what we are all alive to. JOLEEN LINDUFF Salutatorian TOP GRADUATING SENIORS —1974: left to right, Bobby Villines, Ivan Haley, Deanna Scott, Cindy McMahan, Craig Harlin, Mike Kochick, Terri Raney, Sherri Pritchard, Brande Isaacs, Joleen Linduff (Salutatorian), and Debbie Bentley (Valedictorian), t ■Nsfi [V,' T SCHOOL SONG When as a Freshman first I came, Into these spacious halls of fame, Great was the awe that filled my mind, Wept I for the eighth grade left behind. Then came a teacher stem and tall, Saying, Don't stand there in the hall- You should be working at your lessons now. Thus, I began my great career, In our old High, in our old High, With teachers true and schoolmates, dear, We'll sing three cheers for our Dear Old High. Oh, High School Days how dear to me, So free from care; so full of glee. Our tuneful hearts in song we raise, And troubles leave for future days. — EOPLE A SCHOOL IS BRICK AND MORTAR, BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT—BUT MOSTLY IT IS PEOPLE SENIORS President; Craig Harlin, Vice-President; Sherry Williams, Secretary; Ladine Wade, Treasurer; Marcia Edgin, and Reporter; Debi Black, represented the ’’Class of '74” as officers. Their activities were supported and sponsored by Mrs. Maxine Jones and Mr. Sam Cook. Karen Akin Amy Armstrong Debbie Bentley Debi Black Orval Brewer Jeff Brown Bob Cain Loretta Chester Robin Chisholm John Clark Steve Click Joe Cole Sharon Craig David Crane Marcia Edgin Wanda Faulkner Jimmy Finch Fred Foster Wade French Ronda Guest Ivan Haley Craig Harlin Chris Hawkins Terry Hess Stan Higdon Cindy Hillerman Johnnie Hogue Mike Hulin Brenda Isaacs Mike Jeffcoat Mike Kochick Debbie Lam Joleen Linduff 101 Elaine Nadeau Diane Passons Debbie Patterson Sylvia Ramey Terri Raney Ronnie Reed Bobby Villines Ladine Wade Sharon Walters Frank Whitehead Jim Wilson Belinda Wood 106 AUTOGRAPHS 107 Junior Officers: Lynne Brightwell, Vice-President; Patty Silvers, Reporter; Carol Stapp, Treasurer; Lisa French, President. JUNIORS Kay Akin Floyd Ball Bill Barker C.L. Barnett Linda Bingham Lynne Brightwell Matt Brown Robert Butler Michelle Carpenter Denise Chisholm 108 Roy Clark Susan Clark Charlotte Clements Judy Coffey James Collins Linda Cox Billy Crow Becky Dearman Tina Delonais Denise Dunn Roy Effinger Sharlotte Essary Marilyn Farrow Harlan Faulkner Lisa French Ronnie Gentry Ricky Gilbert Louise Glover Joanie Gokey Andy Gower Glenn Gray Kennith Haley David Hamilton Ronald Harrison Danny Headrick Stanley Hoisington Anita Holland Sam Hoy Sheila Huff Benny Hysell 109 Gary Jennings Anita Jett Arlene Jett Brent Jones Kurt Kingham Mark Kingsbury Terry Lester Ray Littleton Mickey Madden Lynn Marsh Dolores May Cindy Me lot Valorie Merkel Randy Morris Danny Napier Mark Neer Janine Norris Sally Orvis Jock Parsons Debbie Price Jeff Pritchard Steve Rhodd Velma Rivers Iva Robinson Jeannie Rodgers Doyle Roller Nay Ryan Mary Jane Sandefur C.W. Scarberry Tammie Seckel 110 Vicky Shirey Cheryl Sigman Patty Silvers Lori Smith Venita Smith Carol Stapp Susie Starks Vickie Stewart Nicky Stith Arlin Stout Clayton Stover Toni Teafatiller Steve Thomas Brad Townsend Linda Trice JoAnn Turner Phyllis Vaughn Mary Lou Villines Jimmy Walker Tawanna White Monte Williams Brit Willison Chuck Wingfield Becky Woods Joel Yones 111 SOPHOMORES Class Officers President-Nancy Ayres Vice-President-Mike Walker Secretary-Treasurer-Melanie Deatherage Reporter-James Click 112 Mary Abernathy Carolyn Anderson Paul Austin Nancy Ayres Terri Barrett Nancy Black Cherry Bingham Debbie Brady Rhonda Buckmaster Lucille Burns Tony Carderara Mark Carter George Caruthers Maxann Chastain Christina Cheatwood Mickey Childers Clyde Clark David Clark James Click Jim Copeland Rita Coy June Criss Rachel Crossley Melanie Deatherage Grady Dutton Dianna Edge man Jaime Elliot Joyce Farrow Mike Fowler Ronda Garcia Czarina Garner Trent Gentry Randy Gray Leonard Haley Blake Harlin Keith Harmon Glenda Harris Ronald Harris Ricky Harris Louis Harwell Joe Henderson Matt Higdon Mike Hooser Vernon Houck Lela Hudgins Larry Hudgins Randy Huff Kim Hulin Patty Isaacs Dane Johnson Kenny Jolly Kirk Kirk Deena Lambert Kay Littleton Cheryl Lloyd Bob Lobaugh Mary Matthews Ruth May Terri McCalip John McCarley m Bryan Nadeau Sanford Newman Tena Newsom Ricky Newsom Robyn Newton Tony Pecore Dennis Pringle Lisa Pruit Donald Ramey Leesa Reece Jeannie Renfro Ronnie Riddle Vanessa Rivers Mike Robinson Mark Robison Walter Rose Paul Schmidlkofer Nancy Seaton Carlene Sellers Mike Sevy 114 Brent Walck Mike Walker Mandi Washburn Connie Washburn Reita White Sandy Whitehead Martin Stacey Ricky Stewart Elaine Stover Chan Swarb Jo Ellen Tarbox Sherri Tate Joe Thomas Theresa Thurman Carol Villines David Wade 115 FRESHMEN Class Officers President - Ruth Crossley Vice-President - Greg Hillerman Secretary - Lori Magdalena Reporter - Robyn Zumwalt row 1 - Ginger Abernathy, Linda Anderson, Cindy Asher, Janice Baker, Terri Baldwin, Glen Banning, row 2 - Dennis Barker, Ted Belshe, Alan Bennett, Robert Bentley, Susan Botkin, David Brooks. row 3 - James Brumfield, Greg Buckmaster, Mike Bussey, Georgei Carderara, Debbie Case. Robby Chaffin. , row 4 - Danny Chambers, Mickey Chastain, Mike Cheatwood, Jan Clark, Kari Cox, Ruth Crossley. row 1 - Johnny DeLong, Debra Durham, Janette Elliott, George Fellows. row 2 - Terry Fisher, Joe Followill, Tommy Fuggett, Teresa Garrison. row 3 - Debbie Greenlee, Janice Gruver, Jami Hackney, Denise Hamilton, Brenda Harmon, Teresa Harrison. row 4 - Betty Haser, Tony Henderson, Greg Hillerman, Nedra Hobbs, Gayla Holt, Leslie Holt, row 5 - Terri Holt, Toni Hooser, Jamie Hurst, Ricky Isaacs, Mike Jackson, Paul Jackson, row 6 - Paula Jackson, Vonda Johnson, Trudi Jones, Selina Kalka, Sheryl Kingsbury, Peggy Kuhlman. 117 row 1 - Jamie Lance, Tom LaValley, Carla Lee, Donnie Lobaugh, Greg Lowry, Brenda Lytle, row 2 - Mike Madden, Lori Magdalena, Mike Mars, Kim Martin, Yvonne McCarley, Cindy McCray. row 3 - Steve McMahan, Norman Moudy, Tawanna Murdock, Debbie Newton, Ricky Norris, Ricky O'Neal. row 4 - Jeff Perry, Mike Petti, Chris Pool, Gary Powell, Teri Pruitt, Gina Qualls. row 5 - Janice Renfro, Ricky Richards, Beth Rodgers, Sara Sandefur, Jeff Scarberry, Johnny Scarberry. row 6 - Sandra Sehon, Kathy Sellers, Joe Sevy, Debbie Shaw, Sheila Shiew, Buck Silvers. 118 row 4 - Gayle Wheeler, Charles White, Carol Whitman, Blake Willison, Tommy Wilsie, Kathy Withrow. row 5 - Mark Wisdon, Brenda Wood, Mike Wright, row 6 - Franky Yates, Danny Young, Robyn Zumwalt. row 1 - Paul Sparks, Toby Spicer, Carol Smith, Jeannie Stapp, Rhea Ellen Stewart, Donna Stith. row 2 - Cindy Stockton, Terri Straughan, Gus Tarbox, Debbie Thomas, Tommy Thompson, Alan Timperley. row 3 - Debbie Tomlinson, Mike Tucker, Dennis Wade, Felton Wade, Rita Washburn, Debbie Webb. row 1 - Janet Amerson, Jack Arrasmith, Darren Asher, Gordon Baker, Teresa Banning, Diesta Beaver, John Belshe, Randy Bowen, Nancy Bridgewater. row 2 - Cathy Brooks, Anita Buckmaster, Debbie Cain, Mitch Calder, Rosie Carderara, Brenda Carter, Glenda Carter, Karen Cearley, Debbie Childers. row 3 - Sherri Clark, Stephen Clark, Steve Clark, Doug Clements, Jan Coffey, Larry Colwell, Danny Conatser, Lisa Connelly, Rickey Cosper. row 4 - Gayla Couch, Mitch Coulder, Keith Cox, Richard Coy, Charles Crane, Mike Crauthers, LaDonna Crow, Randall Dane, Kim Davis. row 5 - Kathy Donovan, Mike Ealey, Carol Essary, Jo Beth Fisher, Mark French, Tonya Furr, Jayne Garner, Randy Bilbert, Teresa Gill. row 6 - Johnny Gokey, Jim Greenlee, Pat Guess, Patty Guess, Nancy Hackett, Daniel Haley, Sheila Harlin, Ted Hawkins, Tim Holt. row 1 - Laurie Hulin, Randall Hurst, Cindy Jeffcoat, Clay Johnson, Keith Judy, Tonday Keesee, Joy Kelley, Cindy Kieffer, Joe Kuhlman. row 2 - Danny Ledford, Chuck Littleton, Kelly Loveless, Willina Low, Mitch Lowry, Keith Mangus, Kent Marsh, Terri Martin, Tony Miller. row 3 - Tracey Miller, Sharon Minchew, Steve Mitchell, Melinda Moudy, Tammy Murray, Margaret Murrell, Tammy McCarley, Terry McCullar, Johnny McMahan. row 4 - Penny Orvis, Kathy Potter, Dennis Prewett, Veada Rivers, Merrit Roberts, Pat Robinson, Delbert Roller, Clifford Ryan, Rocky Saunders. row 5 - Buddy Scarberry, James Schmidlkofer, James Seckel, Marilyn Sellers, Ronda Shirey, Jimy Sigman, Sandy Sigman, Cindy Smith, Kevin Smith. row 6 - Zana Smith, Richard Standridge, Ricky Starks, Vicky Starks, Ricky Stasyszen, Gina Stevenson, Bobby Stricklen, Glenda Stokes, Jimmy Tacker. row 7 - Vic Tate, Pam Taylor, Vanessa Tefertiller, Sammy Thompson, Vicky Thompson, Gloria Thurman, Martha Townsend, Joe Van Arnam, Jerry Villines. row 8 - Beverly Wade, Kippy Ward, Daniel Washburn, Jay Watkins, Dawna Watson, Richard Whited, Debbie Wiggins, Ricky Yates. Ellen York. 7TH GRADE row 1 - David Anderson, LaDonna Anderson, Neal Anderson, Keith Ashcraft, Ronnie Austin, Greg Ball, Peggy Barnett, row 2 - Robert Barthel, Danny Bennett, Teddie Blaine, Joe Boring, Mark Botkin, Alan Brady, Rocky Buckmaster, LaTonia Burch, Glen Carter. row 3 - David Case, Lori Cheatwood, Melissa Chisholm, Donnie Clark, James Clark, Bryan Clemens, Craig Coker, Billy Copeland, Tim Crane. row 4 - Nora Criss, Darla Crow, Desiree Davidson, Frankie Donovan, David Earls, Beth Farrow, James Faulkner, Teresa Fellows, Ricky Folks. row 5 - Melody Fowler, Linda Garrison, Angela Haley, Keith Hays, Mike Hobbs, Russell Hulin, Della Hysell, Dian Jennings, Tivis Jessee. row 6 - Terri Johnson, Travis Johnson, Jim Kessinger, Terri King, Tim Kinsey, Lori Kirk, Carol LaChapelle, Blaine Littleton, Joe Lloyd. row 7 - Douglas Love, LaDonna Lyle, Monika Lones, Cindy Madden, Karen Marrs, Brice Martin, Sherri Martin, Michelle Melot, Ronda Montgomery. row 1 - Neal Motley, Mike Murrell, Phillip McCray, Jerry McMahan, Dan McSperritt, Billy Neighbors, Brian Newby, Joel Newman, Debbie Newmaster. row 2 - Cheryl O'Dell, Richard Pace, Tim Parsons, Donna Powell, Ronnie Price, Cathy Pruitt, Lori Reece, Kevin Reeves, Peggy Robinson. row 3 - Sharon Robinson, Craig Rodgers, Lori Ross, Tammy Scarberry, Frank Schmidlkofer, Brenda Scott, Dennis Simon, Lisa Smith, Brent Sparks. row 4 - Sam Spoon, Van Stacey, Danny Standridge, Debbie Stansell, Lorrie Stapp, Randy Stark, Tony Stone, Van Straughan, Robin Talley. row 5 - Andy Tefertiller, Connie Tipton, Sharon Trammell, Jolee Troll, Kirk Washburn, Sue Washburn, Melinda Webb, Starla West, Kay Westervelt. row 6 - David White, Tammy White, Vernon Wren, Jimmie Youker. ADMINISTRATION ALVA MELOT PRINCIPALS The main topic in this world today is a struggle for a better education. With man's curiosity and desire to learn, knowledge is becoming more important each day. He has the responsibility to make this world a greater place to live with each inch of progress. The dedicated members of the Tecumseh Board of Education, the superintendent, and the principals, were faced with many of these responsibilities. Their main interest: the students of today who must be properly prepared to meet the world tomorrow with a competent mind. The duty of the Administration was to make sure pupils got the strong foundation they must have --for the future. 124 CARL BARKER High School LEO MOTLEY Junior High School FACULTY To Learn is an Honor, And to Teach, Honorable Robert Avery, Algebra 1, Coach; Mrs. Dorothy Barthel, Typing, Short- hand; Mrs. Dorothye Boyd, Geography. Tom Caskey, American and World History, Coach; Raymond Cockrum, Agriculture, Agriculture Mechanics; Mike Combs, Science, Coach; Stanley Cook, Social Studies. 125 Rex Cropp, Mathematics; Kenneth Curson, American History, English; Mrs. Carolyn Daugherty, Vocal Music, English; Mrs. Kathleen Duncan, Guidance Counselor. Tom Frohnapfel, Science, Coach; Mrs. Gay Gower, Reading, Counselor; Mrs. Judy Harrell, Sociology, Psychology, English; Randy Humphrey, Drivers Education, Coach. Mrs. Maxine Jones, Art, Crafts; Mrs. Hazelle Kennicutt, Librarian; Mrs. Karen Kinsey, English, Drama, Speech; Ron McClure, Civics, Vocations, Coach. 126 Mrs. Clyde Ruth McDonald, Home Economics; Herb Moring, Band; Jim Myers, Science, Coach; Charles North, Drivers Education, Coach. Philip Potter, Mathematics, Chemistry, Geometry; Mrs. Rose Price, English; Mrs. Yvonne Raney, Mathematics; Mrs. Diann Shultz, English, French. Mike Shultz, Algebra, Trig. I, Math Analysis; George Snider, Biology; Joyce Stratton, Accounting, Gen. Business, Bus. Law, Business Machines, Typing; Franklin Talley, Journalism, English, Yearbook. 127 Mrs. Carleta Thompson, English, Home Economics; Mrs. Anne Wallace, English; Darrell Whittington, American History, Coach; Darryl Wilsie, Drafting, Woodworking. Teacher-Coach 1943 High School Principal 1961 Superintendent 1967 (with new High School Principal Carl Barker) A TRIBUTE: TO ALVA MELOT'S 30 YEARS WITH TECUMSEH PUBLIC SCHOOLS One of Coach Melot's many athletic teams--1952 basketball Superintendent Alva Melot today, squad. EDUCATING YOUNG PEOPLE HIS LIFE Alva Melot this year marked his 30th consecutive year of service to Tecumseh Public Schools as a teacher, coach, principal and superintendent. He first came to Tecumseh in 1943 as a teacher and assistant coach to Farris Willingham. Since he became superintendent of schools in 1967, his long-range visions of needs for local schools has resulted in dynamic buidling programs to meet these needs. With the unprecedented population growth of the Tecumseh School District in the early 70's, his plan- ning for the future has not been too soon. On behalf of many teachers and thousands of students who have attended Tecumseh schools the past 30 years, the 1974 SAVAGE is proudly dedicated to Mr. Alva Melot--educator. 128