Union High School - Gleam Yearbook (Union, SC)

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Seniors Enjo Homeroorn Parties lust Before Potato chips, soda pop, cookies, and the singing of jingle Bells at homeroom gatherings out-distanced study- ing on Friday, December 16, the day school closed for the Christmas holidays. Teachers tried to hold down excitement and proceed as though it were a regular school day, but the proverbial Christmas spirit Was in the air, and suppressed excitement had its way. A special double-assembly program, at which the sen- ior band played and the audience was invited to sing, did give an approved outlet to soaring spirits. At last came 2:35 and the ringing of the dismissal bell. Merry Christmasesv were exchanged, and hurrying steps soon emptied buildings and grounds. Some Went to jobs already secured in local stores. Others hastened home- Ward to address Christmas cards, or Wrap gifts, or help decorate a Christmas tree or front door. Later, the singing of carols at churches around town became a holiday event. Snowy Weather on Christmas eve prevented the usual carolling around a deodara tree on the lawn of Grace Methodist church, decorated by the City of Union. Partying and dancing punctuated the period. Among the big eventsl' was a winter ball, given by Union High girls at the Veteranis Memorial park, and a dance spon- sored by Union,s Clemson club, featuring the Tigertones, an instrumental group from Clemson College. The 17-day holiday ended Tuesday, January 3. Then came the return to school to prepare for mid-term exams. With all homerooms festively decorated for Christmas time, parties refreshments while chatting and singing are Susan, Ruth, Frances, ended the last day of school before Christmas holidays. Enjoying Brenda, Mary Ann, Tommy, Vance, Wilbur, Wayne, Sandy, Alice. 46 l

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Homerooms Becomes Daily Chore For Seniors Voting in homeroom got to be a regular thing for seniors this year. It seemed that almost every morning there was something to vote on. Senior Superlatives, Senior of the Month, King and Queen of Hearts, King Teen, Miss Hi Miss, D. A. R. Girl: these were outstand- ing choices to be made by the senior class through balloting. ' Not only was homeroom the place of voting, but also it was the place where many decisions concerning activi- ties of the class were made. In their five separate home- room groups, rather than in general class meetings, the senior business was carried on. It was homeroom groups that toured Monarch Mills early in the fall. They were divided into small units upon arrival. Each unit had a guide to point out and explain how cotton to be manufactured into cloth was cleaned, processed, and inspected. After the tour of the plant, refreshments were served in the millis main office. The trip, which lasted about two hours, was given to help seniors have a better understanding of the textile indus- try in Union County. On December 3, as many seniors as wished to do so, went to the University of South Carolina to see the Carolina vs. Virginia football game as guest of the Uni- versity. These were given a tour of the University and were served lunch in the Russell House, the Universityis student center. Perhaps these seniors are voting for Senior-of-the-Month during during the year. They are Madison, Margie, Stanley, Dickie, Jack, their homeroom period, the time used for the casting of ballots Shirley, Barbara, C. T., Sally, Janice, Harold, and Ruth.

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hristmas Mary Alice Hicks 400 Perrin Avenue Psychology club 4, Dressmaking contest 4, 2, Homeroom officer 2. Vance Edward Hightower Buffalo Speech club 4, English Book club 4, Assistant secretary in office 4, Bus Drivers club 4, 3, 2, author of constitution, secretary 2, Student body officer 3, T 8: I club 3, Class president 2, State Student Council Convention 1, Homeroom officer 1, President of 4-H club, Sunday school teacher, attended National Scouts Jamboree, junior Rotarian. Curtiss Wilbur Hodge, Ir. Catawba Street Psychology club 4, president, Math club 4, Block U club 4, 3, English Book club 4, Football 4, 3, 2, T 6: I club 3, 2, 1, secretary 3, Student council 3, Band 1, Junior Rotarian, South Carolina Shrine Bowl, Best lineman trophy 4. Ruth Heyward Hodges Route 1 National Honor Society 4, 3, Beta club 4, 3, Futurians 4, 3, Future Teachers club 4, 3, Sans Souci 4, Math club 4, president, Latin club 4, 3, 2, 1, English Book club 4, Speech club 4, Senior play 4, junior play 3, Latin Key award 2, Hi-Life reserve staff 2. Brenda Louise Holcombe Buffalo National Honor Society 4, 3, Beta club 4, 3, Quill and Scroll 4, 3, Future Teachers club 4, 3, H11-Life staff 4, 3, 2, Young Stenogs club 4, officer, Latin club 4, 3, 2, 1, Secretary-treasurer of Sunday school, Intermediate and Young People. Susan Hamilton Hope 316 South Street Hi-Life staff 4, 3, 2, editor 4, National Honor Society 4, 3, Quill and Scroll 4, 3, Beta club 4, 3, Futurians club 4, 3, Future Teachers club 4, 3, president 4, English Book club 4, president 4, Latin club 4, 3, 2, 1, Homeroom officer 4, 3, 2, Math club 4, Sans Souci 4, GLEABI staff 2, 1, PYF officer. William Thomas Howell, Ir. 205 Spruce Street Band 4, 3, 2, 1, Psychology club 4, Math club 4. Charles Sanders Hughes II 106 Arthur Boulevard Class president 4, 3, Track team 4, 3, Football publicity agency 4, National Honor Society 4, 3, Beta club 4, 3, Junior Rotarian 4, Math club 4, Futurians club 4, 3, W. O.W. award in American History 3, Charles Palmer Davis Award- in Current Events 3, Wofford Summer Science Program 4, junior play 3, T 8: I club 1. Mary Ann Hughes 120 Highland Drive Future Teachers club 4, 3, 2, National Honor So- ciety 4, Quill and Scroll 4, 3, Beta club 4, 3, English Book club 4, treasurer 4, Math club 4, treasurer 4, Hi-Life staff 4, 3, associate editor 4, Sans Souci 4, Latin club 4, 3, 2, 1, Junior play usher 3. Wayne Ervin Hutcherson 104 3rd Avenue Football 4, 3, 2, 1, captain 4, Block U club 4, 3, 2, Track 4, 3, Psychology club 4, Speech club 4, T Sz I club 3, 2, 1, Student council 2, Basketball 1, junior Rotarian. Brenda Kay Ivey Route 5 Psychology club 4, Beta club 4, 3, Secretary of M. I. F. and Sunday school class. Frances Keller James 306 South Street National Honor Society 4, 3, Quill and Scroll 4, 3, Beta club 4, 3, GLEABI staff 4, 3, 1, copy editor 4, Homeroom president 4, 3, Student council 4, 3, Latin club 4, 3, 2, 1, officer 3, 1, Miss Hi Miss 4, Math club 4, Sans Souci 4, Homecoming at- tendant 4, Altemate cheerleader 4, 3, Altemate Girl Stater 3, Class officer 3, PYF oHicer 3, 1, Delegate to CSPA convention in New York, Best Looking. if i l