The Plains High School - Yearbook (The Plains, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1959 volume:

011 u GULDEN (ENDS The lives of happy students who were shining nuggets in adolescence, and who will be the sub- stantial ore of humanity. A Yearbook, Published by THE SENIOR CLASS OF THE PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL May, 1959 Preface In this publication, OUR GOLDEN YEARS, are pictures showing the rich experiences lived at The Plains High School. One sees the expressions of happiness. Further, one sees the students in learning situations of activities, of class rooms, and as indi- viduals. Included here are the rough, crude nuggets of adolescence, the smooth- er, formative nuggets of the more advanced group, and the polished, glittering nuggets, or Seniors. And still further, one sees the admini- strative personnel who offer to us opportunities of learning and guidance. As the students go forth into life, may few, if any, tarnish; but instead, may the entire personnel of our school be substantial and reflect the learning obtained on teen-age level. Our philosophies will penetrate various societies. May the students of The Plains High School sprinkle gold dust on the path of life; may they promote the welfare of mankind; may they live happy lives throughout eternity. And to these ends may they be guided by the Supreme Polisher. 2 I Pledge Allegiance... Table of Contents TITLE PAGE Activities..................................1 Underclassmen..............................18 Seniors....................................27 Administration.............................36 Advertising................................41 Progress Not enjoyment, and not sorrow, Is our destined end or way; But to act, that each tomorrow Brings us farther than today. 4 . V- kfrra?rrrar5ij •:• m W s m 3 P . _ ♦ y ■■ mi iw li ' | --v,V m e?'- 11® ■mm. - A?.: • • . - HI Golden Tones THE VOCAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT The Plains High School Chorus con- sisted of fifty-four members -- eighteen sopranos, eleven altos, twelve tenors,and thirteen basses. Two hours of rehearsal were held each week. The members were provided an opportunity to sing as a chorus of girls, a chorus of boys, and a mixed chorus. The group performed for many occasions, including the Christmas Ser- vice and several school assemblies. Under the direction of Mr. Alex- ander Lewis, the group exhibited a well- balanced program of both secular and sacred music. The senior accompanist was Joan Tipton, who was assisted by Carolyn Cade. Librarians were Paul Beck- with, Patricia Lovsey, Donna McDonald, and John Shrieves. 7 THE BAND PERCUSSION FRONT ROW: Patrick Eddy, Danny Weddle, John Jackson, Terry Wal- burn. BACK ROW: Patrick Patrick, Don- ald Scurlock, Larry Horn, Sharon Dowler. Happy Days FORTY-FOUR MEMBERS The band officers President; Joan Tipton, Whetstone, Secretary, Reporter. Mr. E.L.Hor BRASS FRONT ROW: Barbara Smith, Wil- liam Shafer, Linda Hamilton. BACK ROW: Gary McGraner, Del- bert Cline, Paul Eddy, Gary Alton. LOWER James Mackie, Robert Calvin Murphy. 8 DRUM MAJORETTE Martha McDonald Were Here MARCHING AHEAD were Martha McDonald, Vice-President; Kay and Linda Koon, News sky. Director. BRASS Scott, Thomas Cade, BACK ROW: Joe TRUMPET FRONT ROW: Ruth Beckwith, Janice Hanning, Louise Hook, Samuel Nichols. Norris, Carolyn Judith Mackie, Cade, Carol Keeton, Grace McHarg. 9 DRUM MAJORETTES Brenda Wallace, Linda Koon, Joan Tipton, Anita McWilliams, Sandra Tinkham. REED FRONT ROW: Dolly Adams, Linda McWilliams, Ginger Dowler. MIDDLE ROW: Frank Stal- der, Walter Wharton, Karen Goldsberry. BACK ROW: Nancy Hawk, Kay Whetstone, Karen Michael. Sportsmanship For Life THE FOOTBALL SQUAD FOOTBALL DATES September 12 Little Reds Home 19 Nelsonville Away 26 Eastern A October 3 Belpre H 10 Rutland H 17 Chauncey H 24 McArthur H November 3 Trimble A Fred Burdette James See FRONT ROW: H. Clendenin, D. Adams, L. Calendine; W. Adams, D. Strole, C. Talbert, R. Davis, B. Cullison, M. Kittle. BACK ROW: D. McAllister, H. Phillips, T. Thomas, Paul Beckwith, J. Smith, R. Sofronko, J. Mackie, W. Bradbury. Oakey Phillips Cheerful Cheers SONS OF THE GOLD AND BLUE Sons of the Gold and Blue, Fight for your Alma Mater, Cheer while your team is scoring. Fight for the fame of The Plains High name. Over the foe watch the home team go. Undaunted forge ahead. Triumphant march ahead Triumphant march ahead Hearts that are brave and true. Hark, how the bleachers cheer. Loyal and eager, too. Play for the victory is near. Shoulder to shoulder fight and win. Sons of the Gold and Blue. SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADERS Nancy Hawk, Donna Hunter, Janice Hanning, Sharon Sharpe. STAND UP AND CHEER Stand up and cheer Cheer loud and long for our dear High School For tonight we raise the Blue and Gold above the rest. Our boys are fighting. And they are bound to win the fray; We've got the team. We've got the steam. For this is dear Plains High School's day. Rah! Rah! ! Rah! ! ! (Repeat except the last line. ) Our Junior High Foot- ball Boys JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADERS Ginger Dowler, Maxine McCoy, Lin- da McWilliams, Patricia Patrick. SENIORS Fred Burdette, James See, Lar- ry McAllister, Oakey Phillips, Millard Bryan, with manager, Everett Williams and Richard Metcalf. Good Plays THE VARSITY TEAM OTHER CLASSMEN Larry Horn, Robert Davis, Ronald Bur- key, Larry Calendine, Robert Sofronko, Maurice Kittle, with manager, Richard Cullison. RESERVE TEAM FRONT ROW: Robert Carsey, Willard Adams, Danny Adams, Edward Hornsby, Robert Van Dyke. BACK ROW: Thomas See, Paul Beckwith, Thomas Thomas, Kenneth Harvey, Howard Clendenin, Donald Radford, Clarence Tink- ham. MANAGERS: Harry Strole, William Coon, Dennis McAllister. BASKETBALL DATES November 21 Albany Home 26 Troy H December 5 Shade H 12 Ames-Bern A 13 J-T H 19 Waterloo H January 2 Allens ville A 3 Chauncey H 9 McArthur A 16 J-T A 23 Rome-Canaan A 30 Rutland A 31 Union Furnace H February 6 Buchtel A 13 Belpre H Beauty In Bloom HOMECOMING Centered is the attractive Home- coming Queen, Nancy Hawk, with her attendants Linda Koon and Donna Hunter. KINGS AND QUEENS Beauty at its peak! These peo- ple participated at the annual Fall Festival. FRONT ROW: Denis McAllister, Michael Thompson, Sharon Sharpe, Ruth Beckwith. MIDDLE ROW: Sandra Tinkham, Clarence Tinkham, James McDonald, Nancy Hawk. BACK ROW: Grace McHarg, Paul Eddy, David Lovsey, Joyce Brown. FIRST QUEEN Linda Koon, who was the first Queen at the J-T Old Settlers' Reunion. MISS THE PLAINS Janice Hanning, who participated at the Parade of the Hills. Things We Learned YEARBOOK STAFF These members of the Yearbook Staff have enjoyed planning, arranging, and completing the volume published by the Senior Class. It is supervised by Mrs. Rose. ABOVE: Carol Row- land, Larry McAllister, Mary Eddy, Fred Bur- dette, and SEATED is Elizabeth Williams. JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM Timothy Williams, Senior Class Presi- dent, holds the staff as Donald Strole, Junior Class President, conscientiously places the col- ors. “Moonlight and Roses” was the theme used for the Junior-Senior Prom where the Juniors were hosts to the Seniors and other guests. The beautiful evening gowns, the loving winsome smiles, and the general spirit of hap- piness was evidenced by all. A wishing-well attracted much attention. The kindly spirit was banked by the glittering large moon and the beautiful red and white roses. Preceding the dance there was a recep- tion following which was a short program con- sisting of an interesting talk and enjoyable music. SILVER SAVINGS BANK Here Melanie Lovsey and Grace McHarg faithfully count the green and the gold for the Sil- ver Savings Bank which is sponsored by the ninth grade general business class, and is sup- ervised by Mr. Burson. CAMERA CLUB Karen Michael, Vice-President; Janice Rowland, President; Donna Mc- Donald, Secretary. These students led the group in camera education. The Club is supervised by Mr. Gendernalik. In Pleasant Ways F.H.A. OFFICERS Joan Tipton, County Vice-President; Mary Eddy, Vice-President; Sharon Alton, Parlia- mentarian; Sharon Pey- ton, Treasurer. STAND- ING:SueCoon, Secretary; Elizabeth Williams, President; Shirley Mc- Kibben, Historian. OHIO HISTORY Mary Eddy and Janice Hann- ing stored facts in preparation for the Ohio History test. COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN SENIOR PLAY All the Seniors assumed Hollywood-type roles in the Senior play. Some are humorous, some serious, and all displayed talent. But it was a part of a happy school life which shall always be remembered. MORE HAPPY DAYS The Seniors traveled to Washington where they saw The Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian Institute, Capitol, White House, Washington’s home, and many other places. In New York they were miniature nuggets among the nine million people there. They stared at Times Square; they were amazed at the Bowery; they toured the United Nations Building; they boated Manhattan. They talked, they laughed, they learned, and they lived. 15 We looked so cute. The Score That Counted. Attractive lads who would never act that way in any class. The Crowd That Won And A Life To Remember Hear not! Talk not! See not! The monkeys! The Rehearsals That Made Us Perfect. Happiness For The Noon. The Graceful Dancing. Dignitaries In The Moonlight. Eating for Health. Following The Paths One Noon. To whet our appe- tites, the chalk board was used to post the menu. The leader, so anxious to enter was followed by other students who looked forward to the day. He Wonders Why. 18 The Ford used in the Driver Training class was an item that added to our happiness. It was almost time for the bell. ■ Of Growth And Learning Science In Action. These boys su- pervised the repair of the typewriters. The business education room, where golden keys were struck, also home room of the sevenths, with Mrs. Rose and the student teacher. Home room of the eighth grade, also where the golden pages of literature un- folded. The Home Economics room, where the girls were prepared for the future. Miss Cone at the left. The government class absorbing facts, also the home room of the ninths. Education For The library, where Students obtained books, completed research, and enjoyed chats. where students smiled, hurried, and buzzed. Adulthood as OUR CREED I believe in The Plains High School; in its traditions and achievements; and in its continued growth and service. In this belief, I will endeavor: To develop character by being honest, ethical, moral, dependable, and courageous; To display courtesy, and respect the rights of others, delving into both viewpoints of any situation and to cooperate; To achieve excellence in scholastic attainment; To value mental and physical health; To use my leisure time in constructive recreational and cultural activities. All this to the end that I may promote a worthwhile life under divine guidance. Not only will 1 uphold these policies, but I shall use my influence to lead others correctly. The Industrial Arts depai'tment where our boys learned to build for a golden tomorrow. Home room of the tenth grade, where there were youthful personages who tackled many a problem. Mr. Gendernalik discussing grammar, also the home room of the elevenths. Hourly Opportunities THE SCHEDULE Teacher Home Room Humphrey Cone Gender- nalik 8 Rose 7 Wood 12 Shoemaker 9 Burson 11 Horsky Maccombs 10 Period 1 Office Confer- ence English 11 World History 10 Mathe- matics 7 U. S. Gov't 12 General Business 9 Instru- mental Mathe- matics 8 2 Office Home Economics 10 English 12 U. S. History 11 Ohio History 8 Geog- raphy 10 History 7 Instru- mental Mathe- matics 9 3 Office Home Economics 11-12 English 9 Typing I Study Hall Geometry 10-11-12 Phys. Edirc. 9-10 Study Hall English 7 Noon First Bell 12:05 Second Bell 12:10 4 Industrial Arts 7 Home Economics English 10 Typing II General Science 9 Study Hall 11-12 Health 8 Band nam Library 5 Industrial Arts 11-12 Confer- ence English 8 Book- keeping 11-12 Phys. Educ • 9-10 Chem- istry 11-12 Health 11-12 Instru- mental Study Hall 6 Driver Training 11-12 Home Economics 9 Library Typing I Phys. Educ. 7-8 Biology 10 Study Hall 7-8 Instru- mental Psychol- ogy 11-12 Starting The Golden Path SEVENTH GRADE FRONT ROW: John D. Jackson, Vice-President; Janet E. Christian, President. BACK ROW: Ruth M. Beckwith, News Reporter; Dolly E. Adams, Secretary-Treasurer. ROW ONE: Gary L. Alton, Ella M. Brooks, Ronnie B. Bumgardner, Gary L. Carr, Richard L. Cullison. ROW TWO: James A Dailey, William M. Eggleston, Dianna L. Hamilton, Rita J. Lee, Nancy M. Lonas, R. Dennis McAllister, Gary V. McGraner. ROW THREE: Barbara J. McKnabb, Sherwin L. Milliron, Dennis R. Pender- grast, Gearldine B. Sharpe. ROW FOUR: Barbara A. Smith, Sue A. Smith, Frank W.Stalder, George E. Stanley. ROW FIVE: Cheryl G. Thompson, Riley J. Tippie, Danny V. Weddle, Everett E Williams, Phyllis A. Winner, Sharon R. Young. 25 ROW ONE: George D. Adams, L. Joyce Brown, Larry E. Chesser, Maxine M. Clark. ROW TWO: Billie S. Cullison, Dennis L. Davis, Alfred D. Deweese, Ginger S. Dowler, Paul R. Dowler, Pauline K. Dowler, Karen S. Goldsberry, Linda D. Hanning. ROW THREE: Mary J. Lee, Elaine L. Lenigar, David J. Lovsey. ROW FOUR: Jesse F. Mash, Maxine D. McCoy, Eugene R. McKibben. ROW FIVE: Linda A. McWilliams, Richard L. Metcalf, Elizabeth A. Murphy, C. Samuel Nichols, Larry E. Nutt, David W. Porter, Donald L. Scurlock. ROW SIX: Harry E. Strole, J. David Wandling, Walter J. Wharton. OTHERS: John L. Hickham, William E. Lanning. 26 Still Further Progressing NINTH GRADE ROW ONE: Ruth A. Brooks, Eugene E. Brun- dege, John N. Carsey, Shirley I. Carsey. ROW TWO: Delbert R. Cline, Edward D. Dow- ler, Sharon K. Dowler, Patrick J. Eddy, Paul H. Eddy, James J. Eggleston, Clifford L. Gabriel. ROW THREE: Louise E. Hook, Melanie L. Lov- sey, Jan A. Kovalak. ROW FOUR: James E. Mackie, David B. McAl- lister, Grace M. McHarg. ROW FIVE: Calvin W. Murphy, Barbara L. Perry, Kenneth R. Poston, Mary P. Riley, Robert E. Scott, William W. Shafer, Kather- ine M. Smith. ROW SIX: Sandra C. Thompson, Josephine M. Vessalo, Diana S. Wharton, Wanda E. Wilson, Wyona I. Wilson, Jane J. Yoho. 27 Happy Sophomores 28 TENTH GRADE OFFICERS Charlotte A. Hill, News Reporter; Carol S. Keeton, Vice-President; Thomas D. See, President; Sandra E. Tinkham, Secretary- T rpasurer. ROW ONE: James E. Bails, Paul A. Beckwith, Wil- liam E. Bradbury, Donna L. Channell, Martha J. Chesser, Charlotte, L. Clark, Homer E. Clark. ROW TWO: Howard J. Clendenin, Lillian M. Clend- enin, Linda K. Hamilton, Ralph G. Hartman, Ken- neth R. Harvey, Paul D. Jones, Lois V. Lee, Victor E. Lewis, Patricia J. Lovsey. ROW' THREE: Donna M. McDonald, Anita R. McWil- liams, Joseph B. Norris, Harvey L. Phillips. ROW FOUR: Donald W. Radford, Barbara J. Scurlock, Effie M. Sharpe, Roger D. Talbert, Thomas S. Thomas, Peggy S. Thompson, Clarence E. Tinkham, Marshall K. Ward. OTHERS: Ben W. DePue, Gilbert G. Phillips. 29 OFFICERS FRONT ROW: Sue Coon, Vice-Pre- sident; Donald Strole, President; Kay Whetstone, Treasurer. BACK ROW: Martha McDonald, Secretary; Michael Thompson, News Reporter. Juniors ELEVENTH GRADE ROW ONE: Danny L. Adams, William M. Brooks, Clyde G. Brown, Marie L. Burkey, Larry L. Calendine, Dale ROW TWO: Robert J. Carsey, Shirley ert D. Davis, Shelia M. Hook, Larry P. Kittle. ROW THREE: Karen E. Michael, Janice S. Rowland, Sheilia K. Rutter, ROW FOUR: Sharon R. Sharpe, John Smith, Robert L. Sofronko, Robert L. ROW FIVE: Joseph J. Vessalo, Terry L. Westfall. OTHERS: Howard J. Brooks, Linda J. Porter, Roy L. Secoy, Odell J. 30 W. Adams, Sharon M. Alton, Louella A. Brown, Robert N. Bryan, Ronald L. Carr. A. Chauncey, Basil C. Cullison, Rob- E. Horn, Edward L. Hornsby, Maurice Sharon E. Peyton, T. Roger Porter, T. Nannette Scott. R. Shrieves, James E. Six, Rhea, J. Van Dyke. G. Walburn, Brenda L. Wallace, Janet B. Koon, William D. McGee, Ralph Stover. Ima Mater Alma Mater, Alma Mater How we fondly hold your mem'ry, Cherish you in song and story; Dear Plains High thruout the years. As you taught us, you have guided. Pointed out to us life's goals Trained in learning, truth, and honor. Guarded us 'gainst stormy shoals. Alma Mater, Alma Mater We will hold your mem'ry dear; You are our beloved high school. Treasured be thruout the years. Words by Miss Louise J. Diver Band accompaniment by Mr. E. L. Horsky 32 � Vu.t .. -' • • ' V A . •' .- '•• ••• ••.. ’ •••r V Vi, L • •• .i Mif ?;■ •, £ ® v.V X-.-.r-.-r1'' 35 THOMAS E. CADE JOAN M. TIPTON HAROLD A. BAILS Leaders Of Tomorrow 37 SHIRLEY L. MC KIBBEN JAMES D. SEE OAKY F. PHILLIPS 38 DONNA J. HUNTER CARLOS F. THOMPSON Footprints We Made BAILS, HAROLD A. Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1, 2, 3, 4 BRYAN, MILLARD O. Baseball 3 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Student Body Officer 2 Vocal Music 1, 2, 3, 4 BUMGARDNER, FRED E. Class Officer 4 Christmas Play 3 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1,2 BURDETTE, FRED S. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Buckeye League 3 Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 1, 4 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 Football 1,2, 3, 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Track 1, 3 Yearbook Staff 4 CADE, THOMAS E. Band 1,2, 3, 4 Baseball 4 Basketball 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 1, 2 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 Latin Club 2 Silver Savings Bank 1 CANALE, ALICE J. Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 3, 4 F. H. A. 1,2 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1, 2, 3 DEPUE, MARY V. Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 3, 4 F.H. A. 1,2 Latin Club 2, 3 Prince Peace 1,2, 3, 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1, 2, 3 SENIOR DIRECTORY EDDY, MARY M. Christmas Plaiy 3 Class Play 3 F.H. A. 1,2,3, 4 F. H. A. Officer 3, 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1 Yearbook Staff 4 Yearbook Workshop 4 HANNING, JANICE S. Band 1,2, 3, 4 Band Officer 1,2,3 Cheerleader 4 Christmas Play 1,2,3 Class Officer 2 Class Play 4 Easter Service 3 F.H. A. 1,2,3 F. H. A. Officer 2 Silver Savings Bank 1 Student Body Officer 4 Vocal Music 1, 2, 3 Vocal Music Officer 3 HAWK, NANCY J. Band 1,2,3,4 Cheerleader 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 4 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 F.H. A. 1,2,3 F. H. A. Officer 2 Latin Club 2 Prince of Peace 3, 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1,2, HUNTER, DONNA J. Band 2, 3 Cheerleader 2, 3, 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 1, 4 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 F.H. A. 1, 2, Homecoming Queen 3 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1, 2 LON AS, JOANN Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 1, 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 F.H.A. 1,2,3 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1,2, MC ALLISTER, LARRY L. Baseball 1 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 2 Class Play 4 Easter Service 3, 4 Football 1,2, 3,4 Football Captain 4 Latin Club 2, 3 Silver Savings Bank 1 Student Body Officer 4 Yearbook Staff 4 MC DONALD, JAMES K. Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1,2 MC KIBBEN, SHIRLEY L. Camera Club 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 F.H.A. 1,2,3, 4 F. H. A. Officer 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1,2,3 PHILLIPS, OAKY F. Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Services 4 Football 1,2, 3, 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Track 3, 4 ROWLAND, CAROL A. Band 2, 3 Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 F.H.A. 1,2,3 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1, 2, 3 Yearbook Staff 4 SEE, JAMES D. Basketball 1,2, 3, 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 Football 2, 3, 4 Latin Club 2, 3 Silver Savings Bank 1 39 SENIOR DIRECTORY -- continued TIPTON, JOAN M. Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Band Officer 4 Christmas Play 3 Class Play 3, 4 Easter Service 1,2, 3, 4 F.H.A. 1,2,3,4 F.H.A. County Officer 4 F.H.A. Officer 1,2,3 Latin Club 2, 3 Prince of Peace 3 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1, 2, 3, 4 THOMPSON, CARLOS F. Baseball 1,3,4 Basketball 2 Christmas Play 3 Class Play 2, 4 Easter Service 4 Football 1,2, 3, 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Track 3 Vocal Music 1,2, 3, 4 WILLIAMS, ELIZABETH A Christmas Play 3 Class Officer 1 Class Play 4 Easter Service 1,2,4 F.H.A. 1,2,3, 4 F. H. A. Officer 2, 3, 4 Latin Club 2 Latin Club Officer 2 Silver Savings Bank 1 Student Body Officer 3 Vocal Music 1,2,3 Vocal Music Officer 3 Yearbook Staff 4 WILLIAMS, M. TIMOTHY Baseball 1,2,3 Basketball 1,2, 3, 4 Christmas Play 3, 4 Class Officer 1, 3, 4 Class Play 4 Easter Service 4 Football 1,2, 3, 4 Silver Savings Bank 1 Track 2 Vocal Music 1,2, 3, 4 Vocal Music Officer 3 WILSON, MARILYN S. Christmas Play 3 Class Play 4 Easter Service 1, 2, 3, 4 F.H.A. 1,2 Silver Savings Bank 1 Vocal Music 1,2, 3 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Donna Hunter, News Reporter; Nancy Hawk, Secretary-Treasurer; Timothy Williams, President; Fred Burdette, Vice-President. 40 Our Glittering Path CLASS HISTORY With glittering hopes, we anxiously entered the building of The Plains Elementary School. In the first grade there were fifteen students who are still members of our group; and they were Millard Bryan, Theodore Bumgardner, Thomas Cade, Alice Canale, Virginia DePue, Janice Hanning, Joann Lonas, Larry McAllister, James Mc- Donald, Shirley McKibben, Oakey Phillips, James See, Carlos Thompson, Joan Tipton, and Marilyn W ilson. Later enrolled were, in the third grade, Carol Rowland, in the fourth grade, Nancy Hawk and Timothy Williafns. In the fifth grade we were joined by Harold Bails and Mary Eddy. In the sixth and seventh grades, came Fred Burdette and Donna Hunter. Those teachers who guided us in those years were Miss Annie Gochnauer, first grade; Mrs. Camilla Weisenbach, second grade; Mrs. Emma Beckley, third grade; Miss Alta Cooper, fourth grade; Miss Irene Elliott, fifth grade; and Miss Elva Cooper, sixth grade. In the ore stage, or the elementary years, we thought we were almost mature adults. Yes, we were confident that we could cope with any glittering problem. During our high school years, we participated in many school functions, in addi- tion to our regular academic classes. We sponsored the Junior-Senior Reception in honor of the Seniors at which time we used the theme “Evening in Paris. Prince of Peace Contestants were Mary DePue, who was awarded second place, Nancy Hawk, and Joan Tipton. Wre supervised the Silver Savings Bank during our ninth year, and encouraged students in the school to save their money. Toward the end of each school year, we attended the annual school picnic until our Junior year. Many students displayed musical talents in vocal and band concerts. Here we actually did “Climb Those Golden Stairs. Every Senior showed dramatic talent in the senior play from which we learned a great deal and received a great ovation. As cheerleaders in junior high school were Nancy Hawk, Joan Tipton, and Sue Woods; in senior high school were Janice Hanning, Nancy Hawk, and Donna Hunter. Donna Hunter was our 1957, and Nancy Hawk our 1958 Homecoming Oueens. For the Fall Festivals our Kings and Queens were seventh, James See and Rose Ulichney; eighth, Timothy Williams and Janice Hanning; ninth, David Wood- ruff and Donna Hunter; tenth, Gary Glass and Alice Canale; eleventh, Thomas Cade and Mary Eddy; and twelfth, James McDonald and Nancy Hawk. Every year, at the Christ- mas Season, we enjoyed the purchasing of a gift for Mr. Marion Wood, our homeroom teacher. Also, our members exchanged large, small, and colorful gifts. To increase the contents of our pot of gold, we sponsored a concession stand, noon movies, skating parties, mixed dances; and we sold bracelets, cards, pencils, and candy. Individually, the various members of our class secured part time or summer employment. Students so occupied were Har- old Bails and Timothy Williams, Athens Messenger; Thomas Cade, Beasley and Mathews Garage; Alice Canale, and Marilyn Wilson, F. W. Woolworth Store; Mary De- Pue, Ohio University; Janice Hanning, Tewks- berry Studio; Donna Hunter, Roger Dean Garage; Joann Lonas, Scott Store; Larry McAllister, Rypma Greenhouses; James Mc- Donald, Cullison Service Station; Shirley Mc- Kibben, Horn residence; Joan Tipton, Clover Farm Store; and Elizabeth Williams, Shel- tering Arms Hospital. Elizabeth Williams was the Student Council President in our junior year; Larry McAllister, President, and Janice Hanning, Vice-President, in their senior year. Our class officers for each grade were, seventh: James See, President; Rita Ulichney, Vice- President; Donna Hunter, Secretary; Fred Burdette, News Reporter; eighth: Fred Bur- dette, President; Timothy Williams, Vice-President; Thomas Cade, News Reporter; 41 CLASS HISTORY -- continued ninth: Donna Hunter, President; Jo Ann Lonas, Vice-President; Elizabeth Williams, Secretary, Thomas Cade, News Reporter; tenth: Larry McAllister, President; Janice Hanning, Secretary; Gary Glass, Treasurer; Millard Bryan, News Reporter; eleventh: Jo Ann Lonas, President; Alice Canale, Vice-President; Timothy Williams, Secretary; James McDonald, News Reporter; and twelfth: Timothy Williams, President; Fred Bur- dette, Vice-President; Nancy Hawk, Secretary; Donna Hunter, News Reporter. The greatest refinement of gold ore was shown by the awards presented to the members of our group. Merit award pins were presented to Janice Hanning, Nancy Hawk, Donna Hunter, Larry McAllister, Shirley McKibben, and Joan Tipton. Athens County Honor Society memberships were presented to Janice Hanning, Larry McAllister, Shirley McKibben, and Elizabeth Williams, who has been a member every year. Ranking high in scholarship tests were Larry McAllister, Shirley McKibben, and Elizabeth Williams. Other awards were, typing: Mary Eddy, Janice Hanning, Donna Hunter, Elizabeth Wil- liams; and Time magazine: Larry McAllister. Those participating in the Ohio History test were Mary Eddy and Janice Hanning. Our faithful instructors were responsible for planning and guiding our degree of glitter. They were Mr. Robert Burson, Miss Beryl Cone, Miss Louise Diver, Mr. Al- fred Gendernalik, Mrs. Adda Maccombs, Mrs. Anna Rose, and Mr. Richard Shoemaker. As part time instructors were Mr. Alexander Lewis, Mr. John West, Mr. Ronald Fenik, and Mr. David Stricklin. Mr. Marion Wood, our homeroom teacher, fathered us through six enjoyable years. We could not have progressed through the years without him to guide us. We, especially, wish to recognize the members of the Board of Education, and our Executive Head, Mr. H. W. Humphrey, who have so conscientiously helped us these years. We cautiously and happily have walked the golden path --a path that was rough, like ore from mother earth -- but we have accomplished the goal where we commence adult life. These, truly, have been our golden years. HISTORY COMMITTEE Alice Canale Janice Hanning Mary DePue Pleasant Life As the years lapse, we shall recall Our school life with those happy ties. We shall cherish the experiences. And the fond goodbyes. Our chums shall never be forgotten. And we wish them cheer. As in life they trod. Each shall face a long career. Our instructors, too, will remain-- Through eternity we’ll obey. We shall recall they guided us Each and every day. Our Alma Mater shall be revered; To her we’ll owe our pleasant life As Mr. Time parades along Tomorrow in joy and strife. And in the complex of our minds Those years supply the happy parts. Yes, “our golden years” Are forever enshrined within our hearts. Shirley L. McKibben 42 Mrs. Helen Kittle Mr. Ralph Calendine Vice-President ___________ Mr. Elmo Scott Mrs. Emma Cade, Clerk Mr. George Shafer, President Board of Education IN MEMORY OF MR. RALPH B. CALENDINE who was a member of The Plains School Board for ten years God knows the way. He holds the key. He guides us with unerring hand; Sometimes with tearless eyes we'll see; Yes, there, up there, we'll understand. Then trust in God through all your days; Fear not, for He does hold your hand; Though dark the way, still sing and praise; Sometime, sometime we'll understand. Student Council Officers Executive Head Larry McAllister, President; Janice Hanning, Vice-President; Sue Coon, Secretary; and Linda Koon, News Re- porter. HWH Our Execu- tive Head, Mr. Herman W. Hum- phrey, is standing for just a pause. He wisely guided us as we were being processed from ore to the finished product. We were very grateful that he lived with us, smiled so kindly, and respected us at all times. 45 MR. ALFRED GENDERNALIK FACULTY MISS BERYL CONE MR. RICHARD SHOEMAKER Those Who TRIBUTE TO TEACHERS Here is to the ones who led us on the way Of knowledge while communing day by day. Those who could share their Learning's deepest store And made us eager to know more and more Of math and science, art and history Of music and the worLd's great poetry; About the universe and how mankind Kept striving greater happiness to find. The things that man has done and still must do-- All these and more were brought within our view. So while in body, spirit, mind, we grew Deep within we came really to know Their precepts will stay with us to the end-- Our mentors, counselors, and faithful friends. MR. MARION WOOD Guided Us FACULTY MR. ALEXANDER LEWIS MRS. ADDA MACCOMBS The Staffs MR. RONALD FENIK Mr. Alexander Lewis was the vocal music instruc- tor. Mrs. Adda Maccombs and Miss Louise Diver were substitutes during the year. They both previously had been members of the faculty. Mr. Ronald Fenik assisted Mr. David Stricklin as football coach. Mr. John West was the instructor of the art class- es. MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL--CAFETERIA STAFF--BUS DRIVERS Mr. William Liggett Mrs. Lela Shrieves, Mrs. Mary McGee, Mrs. Lenore Stauff- er. Mrs. Violet Bryan and Mrs. Mary Horn assist occasionally. Mr. James Tippie, Mr. Rich- ard Shoemaker, Mr. Basil Cullison (in picture), and Mr. Darius Michael. Mr. Lesslie Lee Golden Economic Opportunities Spend your gold with our advertisers in order to be a happy and satisfied customer. ALGEO MOTOR SALES Pontiac the Wonder Car of '59 600 East State Street Athens Dial 31511 ATHENS FLOWER AND GIFT SHOP 38 S. Court Street Athens Dial 31805 THE ATHENS RETAIL MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION 51 ATHENS APPLIANCE AND TV ATHENS LIVESTOCK SALES COMPANY INC. Quality Does Not Cost--It Pays Sale Every Wednesday 21 W. Washington Street RFD 3 29421 Athens Dial 31526 Athens Dial 39942 BARSTOW INSURANCE FROM HERE AND THERE NOTES BOWMAN'S AGENCY Art In the elementary building, a basement room was redecorated to house DEPARTMENT the art department for high school and elementary school students. STORE Insurance Of AH Kindergarten To provide more happy years of school life, the five-year olds came to the Kindergarten which met in the elementary building. Fashion The F.H.A. sponsored a style show at the Athens County Fair and at The Plains Garden Club. Dry Goods Kinds Typing Girls of the seventh grade class learned to type during a 15-minute Notions special noon class. Footwear 20 Managers Miss Shirley McKibben, Miss Nancy Hawk, Miss Sharon Sharpe, and Miss Kay Whetstone were the office managers in the bookkeeping class. Roof The aroma of tar floated about last fall as workmen plastered tar on the roof of the auditorium. Wallpaper Mill Street Protection The school will soon be protected from the hazards of fire as the Dial 31862 community votedonaoneandone-halfmilllevy, which passed, and which pro- vided for the establishment of a fire department. Cloverleaf During the day we heard a jet-like sound of the road equipment digging, moving, and shifting the good earth to shape toward a cloverleaf at Beaumont. Dial 2141 Athens Chauncey BEASLEY AND MATHEWS, INC. Ford Since 1913 Genuine Ford Parts and Service Athens Dial 31260 BRIDGWATER MACHINE COMPANY Mill Street Athens Dial 31558 BUCK AUTO SUPPLY Mill and State Streets Your Tire Needs Athens Dial 31631 CLINE'S PHARMACY COMPANY S. Court Street The Prescription Store Athens Dial 31721 CLYSE'S COMMONWEALTH MARKET FROM HERE AND THERE TELEPHONE REMARKS COMPANY Willard: 1 ain't got no pencil. OF OHIO Fresh Meats Teacher: You should say, 1 don't have a pencil. You don’t have a pencil. We don't have any pencils. Willard: No, what happened to all them pencils? Produce Groceries The mother of an 8th grader told the psychiatrist that she did not know whether her son felt insecure, but that everybody else in the neighborhood did. Congratulations Open A student rushed home and asked his mother to purchase a set of pistols, hoi- Evenings Until sters. and a gun belt. The mother asked why. William answered that Mr. West said that tomorrow he was going to teach the class to draw. 9:30 P. M. US Rt. 33 S Dial 31533 Dial 32365 Athens Athens COLUMBUS AND SOUTHERN OHIO ELECTRIC COMPANY 29 S. Court Street Athens Excellent Service Dial 31061 DONRAE CLEANERS Prompt Service The Plains Dial 2881 DOVER CLEANERS Best Wishes Chauncey Dial 2863 DOW'S ROLLERINK DOWLER-FERGUSON-HUGHES FUNERAL HOME Enjoy Yourself N. College Street Nelsonville Athens Dial 31812 ELECTRIC MOTOR SERVICE 102 W. Union Street Athens W. 0. Rose, Prop. Dial 31521 FAIRMONT FOODS COMPANY E. State Street FROM HERE AND THERE REMARKS Athens A class planned a farewell party for the student teacher. The critic teacher asked the students to think of some nice things they might say to the student teacher to show their appreci- ation for her help. Dial 31504 FAIRV1EW DRIVE IN Where You Meet Your Friends Later, as the students made their good-byes, one student volunteered, ”1 hope that next year your students will be as nice as we are. FOSTER'S DRUG AND JEWELRY Your Jewelry Needs 275 Union Street Athens Dial 20122 Nelsonville Telephone 238 RALPH HARTMAN BOB HESS Tractor Sales and Service . . . get more for less from Bob Hess'. Chevrolet and Oldsmobile The Plains Dial 2285 Athens Dial 31046 BOB HESS HOUCK AND REED Chevrolet and Oldsmobile All Forms of Insurance 5 W. Union Street Nelsonville Telephone 580 Athens Dial 31939 54 65 HUFFMAN TRANSPORTATION SERVICE Local and Long Distance Moving 82 W. Union Street Athens Dial 31414 JAGER'S FUNERAL HOME John, Joe, Jerry Jagers 34 N. Congress Street Athens Dial 31567 Athens JAKES SANDWICH SHOP Open 24 Hours a Day S. Court Street Dial 21053 JIMMY'S RESTAURANT Courteous Service - Excellent Food 11 W. Union Street Athens Dial 31871 KASLER'S DAIRY 79 E. State Street Athens JONE'S BUICK COMPANY Corner Court and Carpenter Streets FROM HERE AND THERE REMARKS The kindergartener came home and cold her parents that the class had learned the song entitled God Bless America”. Then she proceeded to sing, God bless America, land that 1 love; stand beside her, and guide her, through the night with a light from a bulb. Dial 31957 Buick Cadillac GMC Trucks Athens Dial 31565 KIRKENDALL'S FLOOR COVERINGS Home Means More With Carpet On The Floor Athens Dial 34192 MARCINKO'S SHELL SERVICE STATION Friendly Service The Plains Dial 2295 EARL F, MATHEWS, INCORPORATED AND C. M. GILL AND COMPANY Complete Insurance Service Athens Dial 31922 MATHEWS' GOODYEAR SERVICE Wholesale and Retail Tires and Batteries 190 W. Union Street Athens Dial 31640 MEREDITH FURNITURE Full Line of Furniture Wool and Congolium Rugs Gas Heaters and Ranges Chauncey 55 CARL MILLER'S POULTRY COMPANY MICHAEL Best Wishes AND to the members of SON The Senior Class The Plains Dial 2351 Wholesale and Retail Live and Dressed Poultry 40 Factory Street Athens Dial 31372 Athens MOTEL ATHENS Athens Finest And Most Modern Electric Air Conditioned Free TV Telephones in Rooms 7 10 Mile East of City Limits on US 50 Dial 34097 OGG WHOLESALE COMPANY PENDERGRASS HARDWARE FROM HERE AND THERE THOUGHTS Paper Products Candies Tobacco Cigars Cigarettes Happiness is the only good. The place to be happy is here. The time to be happy is now. The way to be happy is to make others so. Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off the goal. Paint Washers Refrigerators Herman Ogg, Owner There is usually plenty of room at the top because some of those who get there go to sleep and fall off. Telephone 565 Nelsonville Chauncey Dial 2341 PEPSI-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY RICHARD'S MARKET Pepsi-Cola Hits The Spot 41 N. Court Street Chauncey Dial 2392 Athens Dial 31941 ROYAL MC BEE CORPORATION McBee Products Division Athens Smith Street Dial 31051 56 RYPMA GREENHOUSES Everything For The Lawn and Garden Landscape Design and Planting Richland Avenue Athens Dial 32001 SAMS' BARBER SHOP 4 W. State Street Athens SCOTT'S PLUMBING SHAFER'S GROCERY All Your Plumbing Needs Fresh Meats Prompt and Efficient Service Cold Drinks The Plains Dial 2121 The Plains Dial 2983 SHANNON'S VANCE FIRESTONE AND FROM HERE AND THERE DEALER THOUGHTS LEACH HOME The boy who reads is the boy who leads, but FURNISHING what he reads decides where he leads. There is usually plenty of room at the top because some of those who get there go to sleep Everything in Fine 16 W. Union Street and fall off. Furniture Well, this is the end of a perfect day. Near the end of a journey too; But it leaves a thought that is big and strong, With a wish that is kind and Athens Dial 31804 true. Athens Dial 31971 WHITE'S MILL MR. PAUL WILLIAMS Fertilizer- --Feeds Nationwide Insurance Grain--Pet Feeds--Flour We Do Custom Grinding and Mixing Box 471 The Plains Dial 31554 Athens Dial 21521 YOUNG'S FRIGIDAIRE ZIEGLER'S COMMUNITY STORE AND APPLIANCE Groceries Produce Fresh Meats 66 N. Court Street 210 W. Union Street Athens Dial 31564 Athens Dial 31637 57 BOB WILSON'S CAMERA SHOP 67 Washington Street Nelsonville Telephone 457W SPONSORS Mrs. Venia M. Ashby Mr. Robert Blackmore Mr. Homer W. Brown Mr. Cesrino Canale Mrs. Cesrino Canale Mr. George Fuller Mrs. Robert 0. Hawk Mr. Robert W. Hunter Mrs. Robert W. Hunter Mr. Michael Kranyik Mrs. Michael Kranyik Mrs. Floyd Linscott Mr. James McLaren Mrs. Judith Michael Mr. Robert S. Munro Mr. Robert N. Nelson Mr. Charles R. Nichols Mr. William D. Poling Mr. William M. Singer Mr. George Slisher Mr. Paul A. Tipton Mr. Ralph D. Well Mrs. Gilbert Wilson Mr. Robert Williams Mrs. Robert Williams Mr. William Wilson Mr. Donald Woodyard THANK YOU! We appreciate the support that our advertisers and sponsors have given us. The staff wishes to thank them for assisting financially in making this Year Book possible. I see them, in the Yellow bus as they pass; Students' faces peering curiously Through the glint of glass. Driver, carry them safely On their way, Teacher, guard them carefully As they play, God, watch over them All through the bright schoolday. 58 INTER-COLLEGIATE PRESS Publishers Cover Monuforturers Book Binders FACTORY HOME OFFICE Kansas City PWINTKO IN O 9 A. PJ m S? ■ ? ■HR iiu ini mi iiu mi mi mi mi i nil nil ■ ... ■ • . ; -V 4� V__.