Union High School - Gleam Yearbook (Union, SC)

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y ln Gym Yields Needed Information To Seniors Seniors began to feel like seniors on October 12, Col- lege day. It was then that they reported tothe gymnasium to meet representatives from the colleges of South Caro- lina and to be given full information about any in which they were interested. Wofford College, the University of South Carolina, Clemson, Winthrop, Converse, Limestone, Columbia Col- lege, Newberry, Furman University, Presbyterian Col- lege, Spartanburg junior and North Greenville-all were there to tell about college courses, college expenses, college life. Business schools were also on hand through their representatives. Brochures were handed out, college yearbooks were in evidence, name lists were compiled, requests for ap- plication blanks were made. Following College day, some seniors began to discuss with guidance counselors the possibility of securing scholarships. Many were available to deserving students, and applications for them went forward. Among these were the Elkis scholarships for leadership and character. General Motors, the Ford Foundation and General Elec- trical made tempting scholarships available. These were in addition to the many offered by practically every college. Scholarships were awarded to seniors on awards day during assembly. On this program in assembly, just be- fore the close of school, other awards were also made. Among them were the bus drivers bonus to all bus drivers who had driven a suflicient number of days. And two history awards, the Woodmen of the World United States History Awards and the Current Events award, were made. Seniors showed special interest in the University of South Carolina Bobby, Sandy, fstandingl Joyce, Gene, Iudy, Mulloy, Harriet, and on College Day. This group includes Cseatedb Margaret, Jeanette, Becky. They are trying to make a very important decision. 4

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Y College Da Ernest Eugene Baker 189 Haas Street T 8: 1 club 4, 3, 2, 1, Speech club 4, 3, Senior play 4, Class oflicer 3, 2, 1, Football 2, 1, Sunday school class president. Edith Jeanette Baldwin Route 5 Library club 4, 2, Math club 4, Hi-Life staff 4, 3, Senior play usher 4, Psychology club 3, Miss Union Hi contest 3, Presbyterian Youth Fellowship officer, Sunday school officer, Writer for Dig,' magazine, Dressmaking contest. Lillian Mulloy Barnette Route, 31 Young Stenogs club 4, Speech club 4, Dressrnaking contest 3, Glee club 2, Church pianist, Training Union officer, YWA oihcer. Carl Eugene Beck, Ir. 402 South Church Street Math club 4, Psychology club 4, Hi-Life staff 4, 3, Band 4, 3, 2, 1, Senior officer 4, Latin club 1. Margaret Elizabeth Beheler Route 4 Training Union president, Sunday school officer, Training Union group captain. Peter DuPre Berry 104 West South Street President of student body 4, Student council 4, junior Rotarian 4, English book club 4, program chairman 4, Math club 4, Psychology club 4, vice- president 4, Futurian club 4, 3, President South Carolina Yearbook Association 4, GLEAM staff 4, 3, 2, junior associate editor 8, senior associate edi- tor 4, French club 4, 3, Quill and Scroll 4, 3, Boys State 3, Track 3, Hi-Life staff 3, junior play 3, Homeroom officer 3, 2, 1, Class oliicer 2, Basket- ball 2, Golf team 1. Ioyce Ann Betenbaugh 512 South Pinckney Street Young Stenogs club 4, Basketball 4, 3, 2, 1, Block U club 4, 3, 2, 1. Judith Faye Billings Route 1 Psychology club 4, Dressmaking contest 4, Sunday school class president, Bobby Jack Birch 122 Arthur Boulevard Psychology club 3. Harriet Kay Bishop 109 Flynn Street Speech club 4, Psychology club 4. Kendrick O'neal Black 251 Church Street, BuHalo Speech club 4, Math club 4, English Book club 4, Band 4, 3, 2, 1, officer 4. Warren Ralph Black 102 Spring Street Psychology club 4, T 8z I club 4, 2, 1, Block U club 3, 2.

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Seniors Find Time For Fun Despite Workfilled Parents and teachers often expressed concern over the fact that teen-agersv as well as most adults had too many obligations. But no matter how pressing the sched- ule, the school year was interspersed with many oppor- tunities for fun and relaxation. Parties and little get-togethers dotted the calendar. Relaxing before the MTV, with friends, and enjoying soft drinks and crackers or potato chips with some tasty dip,,' become a favorite pastime. Between-season weekends brought shopping sprees, sometimes to nearby cities, as well as often in Union stores. Sweaters were a high-ranking fad. Perry Como's', for the boys, and matching skirts and sweaters for the girls, were at an all-time high in popularity. Outstanding motion pictures appeared in Union and in nearby Spartanburg. Among them were Spartacus, and Ben-Hurf, Spartanburg also became the center for bowling enthusiasts, and a new bowling alley there was a favorite place for students to go on dates. Mid-winter snow and sleet afforded a novel type of entertainment in Union in the Deep South-sledding. During the few days of icy weather, manufactured sleds and home-made slides quickly appeared on the slopes of Veterans Park and in many a big backyard. The end of school brought beach parties and summer jobs. Many of Union High's own flocked to Ocean Drive and to other South Carolina beaches, to participate in summer fun and frolic. The sun and the surf afforded welcomed relief from nine months of hard work at school. Cotton candy, candy apples, and midway rides make school day Lee, Thomas, Karen, Lois, Peggy, jean, Ann, and Amelia are at the fair one of the highlights of the seniors' year. Here Cora doing the midway. Next, they will visit the many exhibits. L