University of Arkansas Fort Smith - Numa Yearbook (Fort Smith, AR)

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5 Q 5 a xi '55 C? 1 'i,, me ff . T is g V Mx . .g 3'-, g March 30, about 9:30 p.m., sixteen poised Westark young women stood awaiting the judges decision. It was the conclusion of an exciting. but difficult period of preparation, - and performance. Cathy Tyler was voted Miss Congeniality . Julie Russell received the talent award. Many contestants held their breath as the finalists were announced - one by one. Third runner-up was Tasha Wilson, Then Pam Reed's name was announced as Second runner-up. Missy Pair received first runner-up, and then came the awaited announcement. ln a few moments, it was all over. Sixteen young women could breathe again. The crowd dispersed. For some, it was over. For others, it was only the beginning. They would work harder than ever toward the next opportunity to hear the MC say and the winner IS...

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'VM Julie Russell, a fine arts major, hopes to have a career in the performing arts. Dur- ing the talent competition, Julie present- ed a medley of classical piano music con- nected by lyrics and music she had com- posed. Her effort secured the talent award which counts fifty percent of the total score. Julie is 2l years of age. has light brown hair, green eyes, and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Russell.