Warrenton High School - Warrior Yearbook (Warrenton, OR)

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Soa Glin P rophecy Good evening, ladies and gentlemen, this is Don Whetsell broadcasting from station P. A. S. T. in the metropolis of Warrenton, Oregon. Tonight, is the anniversary of a very important event in my life. Ten years ago tonight, 1, along with seventeen other students, graduated from Warrenton High School. Today, Warrenton High School is the most beautiful, modern high school in the state, and I am one of the proud Alumni. But what of the other seventeen people who graduated with me that night? What are they doing now? I have not seen many of my fellow classmates since our class reunion five years ago. But with a little hard work, I located every one of them. Tonight, as a special feature, 1 am going to give a first-hand report of the graduating class of 1950. Not all of the class has settled in this town, so first, I will report on those who are elsewhere in the world. With the help of my good friend, Russ Packard, owner of the Packard Detective Agency, and a few of his many employees, I found them, making this report possible. In Los Angeles, California, I found Nellie Nichols, ace woman news- caster, highly acclaimed by the top radio men of the nation. In Chicago, I found Ronald Marsh, owner of a small cross-country airlines. But here’s a tip, ladies and gentlemen, the West Coast Airlines will soon be under his ownership. A wire came to me from one of Russ’s agents in Paris which said, Lillian Johnson was in Paris teaching the French the finer points of designing. Her latest book, ‘ Well Dressed,” is now on sale. Jeanne Graham was found in Brazil where she is a successful missionary. She will soon return to the States to make a speaking tour. During a business trip, I had the opportunity to see several of my class- mates personally. I found Beverly Summers lounging on the beach at Miami. Her red hair has brought her fame. She is now starring in N. G. N.'s Red Head.” Her last picture was the academy award winner, ‘No Dice.” Russ, himself, traveled to Alaska to talk to Bud Ragland. Martin Ragland, as the public knows him, just last year ‘discovered a gold mine which made him fabulously wealthy. Mr. Ragland has been prominent in politics for several years. Here's another tip. The next governor of Alaska—Martin Ragland. In Arizona, I found John Rice, soil conservation expert. John has been assigned by the President of the United States to study the irrigation problem in Arizona, 14

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Carolyn Corkill, outstanding woman writer of our time, is also a member of our graduating class. Carolyn is in New York now for the grand opening of the movie, ‘Skid Row,” taken from her novel. This is exactly half of our class. Scattered throughout the world, they have achieved success, and I am proud to claim them as classmates. The other half, however, are right here in our own fair city. They have helped in their way to make Warrenton what it is today. On East Skipanon street, you can find the most modern garage in Warren- ton. Owner, Bill Coffey. Bill started by working in his father’s garage ten years ago. Down the street farther, on 62nd street, stands Wilson's Drug Store. Owners, F. M. Wilson Son, Bob. Bob has been in charge of the business for several years since his father’s retirement. One of our classmates did not select a career in the strictest sense of the word. She has, however made a career out of her home life. In last months, Housewife Magazine,” Arvella Karnes was chosen housewife of the year. Arvella is a member of the class of ‘50. Gloria Nichols, another of our classmates, can be found at Warrenton High School where she is teaching English, journalism and Latin. Julie Olson's beauty salon on Main Street is doing a wonderful business. Julie, a member of the class of ‘50, is indeed a success. The last three members of the class aren't actually settled here in War- renton, their businesses keep them traveling quite frequently. Their homes are here, so we are proud to have them as citizens. My very good friend, Loren Marsh, once a mechanic and racing car driver, is now a multi-millionaire promoter. You all remember Loren who twice drove in the Indianapolis five-hundred-mile race and finally won the event. Norman Doney, star quarterback for the New York Giants, is in town now waiting for the grand apening of professional football this fall. There is some talk that Norman may soon become manager of the Giants. We hope so. Last but far from least, is Gary Walker. Gary is a graduate of the Univer- sity of Oregon, where he made the All-American basketball team for two years. He is now President of the Oregn Athletic Association. This finishes my report on the Warrenton High School graduating class of 1950. I am sure that all of the people of Warrenton are proud of the m. I am proud and happy to be a member of this class of successful people. That's all the time now so until tomorrow night when I shall be back with my regular features. Good night. 15