Wellston High School - X Ray Yearbook (Wellston, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1987 volume:

POSITIVE CHANGES 2 SENIORS 10 UNDERCLASSMEN 31 FACULTY 50 ACADEMICS 58 A YEAR OF POSITIVE CHANGES WELLSTON STUDENTS SEE POSITIVE CHANGES dards set by the NCA. Along with accre-didation comes the prestige and the desire of new students moving into the area to select our school on the basis of our academic offerings. Some selective colleges require a high school to be accredited before they will take any applications from that school. Next fall, a self-study program will be administered and high school personnel will aid in the evaluation of our school. STORY BY HOLLY SNEDECOR This year Wellston High School has undergone many changes, but there is one achievement that hasn't received the acclamation it deserves. Wellston High School has accomplished the honor of accredidation. After much hard work by school officials, Wellston High School was fully accredited following the April meeting in Chicago of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). To be accredited, our school had to meet specific stan- 2 POSITIVE CHANGES Wellston High School has adopted a new look this year, about 300 fewer students. In the past, the seventh and eighth grades occupied the high school, as well as the ninth, tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades. This condition caused overcrowding, and in some aspects, an unpleasant learning environment for all students. In 1986, the school board made a decision that the Junior High students should be moved to Central School to relieve the high school of the congestion. This year the high school students enjoyed the advantages of less crowded conditions and the Junior high students relish the freedom of having their own activities. 4 POSITIVE CHANGES SCHOOL SPIRIT! The spirit of Wellston High School surrounds us everyday in the form of special dedicated individuals, devoted teams, and encouraging community members. School spirit is essential to the support of any school activity. Whether it’s academics, sports, band or anything else, school spirit has to be a factor. Individuals can show their school spirit by wearing school colors, showing enthusiasm at pep rallies, or simply showing up at a game to cheer a team to victory. Any Wellston High School team, whether it's football, basketball, volleyball, base- ball, softball, tennis, track, or golf, has school spirit. This spirit helps drive people to achieve great things. Community members are a vital part of what keep school spirit alive. If it weren’t for people like the Mothers Club or Band Boosters, school spirit might die down because of lack of funds and interest. Everyone in W.H.S. should try to show school spirit because that is what makes people believe even very difficult tasks can be accomplished. STORY BY HOLLY SNEDECOR 6 SCHOOL SPIRIT! CURRENT EVENTS Listed are some of the worldly events that intrigued, entertained, and shocked us throughout the 1986-87 school year. 1986: The spaceship Challenger exploded and killed seven passengers, Corozon Aquino was sworn in as the new Philippine President, and, former President Ferdinand Marcos and his wife found a new home in Hawaii after their long ordeal. In Chernobyl, a nuclear reactor explosion killed 31 people and permeated the air and soil with radioactive elements. Hands Across America took place from coast to coast. The Statue of Liberty celebrated her 100th birthday. Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew were wed. The Mets won the world series. The Iran Contra Affair went underway. The Titanic was located and explored. Halleys Comet made its arrival. 1987: The Iran Contra affair was still in full swing. Jim and Tammy Bakker were expelled from the PTL. The Baby M trial raged on for custody. Gary Hart, presidential hopeful was accused for less than respectable behavior with model, Donna Rice. The Voyager made the first non-stop flight around the world. Oral Roberts asked for money and stated if his quota wasn’t met he would be “called home”. AIDS was spreading at an alarming rate. Liberace, the famous pianist died from AIDS complications. The most popular sit com was The Cosby Show. Former Ohio State football coach, Woody Hayes died. The USA won the Americas Cup back from the Aussies. STORY BY HOLLY SNEDECOR 8 CURRENT EVENTS Our year would not be complete without an inventory of the fads and fashions that made it unique, the trends that classed it up or pulled it down, the overall image we tried to project throughout the '86-'87 school year. This was the atmosphere of a year in the life of all of us. The guys at W.H.S. shaved their heads and bravely displayed their spirit with W's and football numbers, while the ladies let their locks go long and bobbed or pulled them back in french braids or banana combs. Watches — and not just one, but a whole armful — became a sign of the times, while stacks of Madonna-style gummy bracelets disappeared from the fashionable world. Speaking of Madonna, her True Blue album was a true hit this year. We also rocked and romanced to the music of Peter Cetera, Steve Winwood, The Outfield, and most especially Bon Jovi! 60's everything made a comeback, as did outback styles from the land down under, thanks to the box office smash Crocodile Dundee. Ay, mate? The good old American blue jeans came to us bleached, prewashed, and stonewashed, and denim showed up everywhere else, too. Rhinestones dazzled us and transformed city slickers into real urban cowboys. (Cowpeople???) Reebok stepped in to top the ratings with their hightops, while Georges Marciano raked in big bucks with his Guess label. Shorts got longer and pants went athletic for bikers and surfers. Orange (unfortunately) became a la mode, and we leaned toward green to perfect our wardrobes. The look this year was loose and flowing, oversized and ultimately comfortable. Natural was in and so was a good tan, regardless of whether the tan was acquired naturally or not. On the silver screen, Top Gun, Stand By Me, and Platoon were the STORY BY JAN BEITING 10 FADS FADS, FASHIONS, TRENDS megamovies of the year. Tom Cruise and Charlie Sheen stole the scene — and the fans — from former hearthrob Row Lowe. But you can bet Tom Cruise is on his way out too since he’s tied the knot with an actress named Mimi. Parked in front of the small screen was the place to be on Thursday nights with a two-hour sit-com lineup. Moonlighting with Bruce Willis and Cybil Shepherd had its share of the limelight too. It appears that America wants to stay home and get rich quick, since VCR rental shops and lotteries have popped up all over the place during the past year. So have “Baby (and a multitude of other things) On Board signs, as if anyone really cared. The price of gas plunged way down — all the better for cruising, we say! Our pick for dog of the year goes not to a Beastie Boy, as it should, but to a real beastie — Spuds Mackenzie! When it comes to the spoken word, the truly hip this year have gone for the 3R’s — red, radical, and get real! All eyes have been on Fergie and her prince, who make a truly royal couple, and on the White House, to see who will get caught doing what next. AIDS statistics have sent waves of fear across the country, but at least America is just saying no to drugs and alcohol, cracking down on crack, putting away the cigarettes, and putting on the seatbelts. The national fitness craze still rages on beside all the other health and happiness campaigns. There was cause for celebration this year as the Statue of Liberty turned 100 and the Oreo turned 75. And, although you may not have heard about it, the United States finally has a national flower — the rose. Isn't that special? Coca-Cola and Pepsi are still fighting it out, but Coke caught our attention with their line of Coca-Cola clothing. Pepsi may be the choice of the new generation, but Max Headroom is making waves and catching them at the same time. Coke also made cherry The Thing To Add to soft drinks this year. Our ever-so-chic time machine has now reached the present and finished its 1986-87 journey. As for the 1987-88 year — Let's make it a good one! 12 FADS X-RAY STAFF The 1986-87 Yearbook Staff consisted of tirelessly dedicated workers. The tasks required to complete the yearbook seem almost endless, but with the help of our advisor, Miss Shumard, they seemed more bearable. Working on the yearbook is not really easy, but seeing the finished product in the fall makes it a very rewarding endeavor. The vigor and vitality of these very hard working staff members makes up for the lack of press that they all receive. There were only a few scheduled meetings throughout the school year, and staff members were given assignments to complete. Other dedicated workers spent time after school and during Study Malls working in the yearbook room on odds and ends that were important for the completion of our work in the summer. Yearbook sales were held during the month of May, and Advertisements were sold during the summer. The entire body of the book was constructed during the month of June, and the following people are responsible for all of the progress and the finished product: Holly Snedecor — Co-Editor Jan Beiting — Co Editor Kevin Helman — Sports and Advertisements Trond Rakkestad — Photography and picture cropping for layouts Kelly Perko — typing Jerry Long — Sports and Photography Ron Daily — Computer operator and teacher of computer operations Cathy Anderson — typing photography Jenny Montgomery — Sports Dawn Angles — advertisements and Seniors Dan Tomlin — advertisements This was a very successful school year with many positive changes. We hope you are pleased with your 1987 X-RAY. 14 X-RAY STAFF 16 SENIORS TRACY BOGGS CHRIS BROWN TRACY BROWN VICKY BROWN 1 SENIORS ____________y KIM DAVIS TRACY CRAIG DEBBIE DAVIS JOY DAVIS SENIORS 20 SENIORS 22 SENIORS MIKE McMANIS DOUG MERRILL ANDY MILLER TONY NEWMAN CHRIS NEWNES RON NICHOLS CHIP NORRIS ANDREW PARISEAU ERNEST PARISEAU SANDY PARSONS RUSTY PATRICK CAROL PATTERSON 24 SENIORS SENIORS SENIORS 25 Picture Top left; WORST DRIVERS: Roxie Frisby and Lucian McClellan. Top right; CLASS SLEEPYHEADS: Pete Seidel and Shawna Rippeth. Far left; MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT: Shannon Huston and Ernie Pariseau. Above; SHYEST STUDENTS: Mm Barker and Jim Rausch. Left; PRETTIEST SMILES: Nancy Russell and Bob Woods. KELLY PERKINS MINDY PETERS GREG RAY CHRISTY RICHARDS TERESA RIFE NANCY RUSSELL DAWN SHOOK PETER SEIDEL TONYA SIMPSON TRACY SPEAKMAN LESLEY SPENCER JOHN STABLER 26 SENIORS Pictured top left; BEST ACTOR ACTRESS: Erin Massie and Casey Smith. Top right; MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED: Alan Ashley and Joy Davis. Center left; BEST DRESSED SENIORS: Robbie Ervin and Marnee Dunfee. Center right; TEACHERS’ PETS: Deron Ponn and Pattie Stewart. For left; MOST AMBITIOUS: Carol Cardwell and Phillip Brady. Left; BIGGEST FLIRTS: Pam Stewart and Joe Johnston. SENIORS 27 � m BRIAN WOODS BOB WOODS KELLY WILLIAMSON SHANNON WALLACE DWAINE TRIBBY MARY BETH TRACE LISA WILBUR VANCE TEASLEY PATTY STEWART PAM STEWART JODY WOOD SHANNON YOUNG 28 SENIORS Pictured top left; CLASS CLOWNS: Leslie Spencer and Chris Brown. Center left; MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT: Traci Angles and Ronnie Nichols, Left; BEST MUSICIANS: DeNeil Hartley and Mike Hill. Above; BEST PERSONALITIES: Kelly Dixon and John Frisby. SENIORS 29 ■■ 30 UNDERCLASSMEN Sam Adkins Tracey Aleshire Cathy Anderson Ginger Arthur Leah Arthur Beverly Bradley Trina Bowling David Bishop Alison Bishop Rhonda Barnes John Baker Rene Blankenship Beth Brandau Carolyn Brown David Mike Brown Robert Todd Burns Erica Branscomb Bobby Brown Robbie Carpenter Fred Cardwell Beth Channel Gary Christian Tammy Click Denese Coleman Cathy Cooper Leigh Ann Cox Debby Davis Robbie Davis Ron Dailey Brian Dixon 32 JUNIORS THE KEYS TO FREEDOM In our community, there are two options for obtaining driver’s education. The classes are available through the school, or from AAA in Jackson. Although the two courses teach basically the same thing, each has a different advantage. AAA is much faster, but the school program is closer to home and less expensive. First there is the classroom work. Once that is completed, you will get eight hours of supervised driving experience before you can take the driver’s test — provided that you pass both parts of the test — the written exam and the actual driving — you are legally able to drive! That's when the fun starts. The next after the license is locating a car — truck, jeep, or van, for that matter drive. The keys to a car are the k freedom, in the eyes of most American teenagers. Once you hit sixteen, a set of wheels is The Thing to have. Everybody wants a car — to cruise, to “run around” with friends, to go to concerts and the mall ... the possibilities are endless. And so, of course, are the practical aspects — errands, and all that good stuff, which we won’t go into extensively. A car becomes a part of your identity, because people recognize you by what you drive. It also becomes a big responsibility, and an expense — you need money for payments, insurance, gas, repairs. But despite all the problems that can crop up, it's th it. As one person told me, “Cars are ssity of life!” Maybe they are, may-but they sure make it a lot more “Story by Jan Beiting JUNIORS 33 James Dye Freda Edinger Tammy Edwards Kelly Ervin Eloise Farleigh Deanna Farley Debbie Farley Kara Froesch Heather FyHe Heidi Fyffe Wendy Geer Stefanie Ghearing Tom Gilliland Janet Goheen Teresa Goodson Andy Graham Lisa Graham Lance Greenway Barbara Grizzel Cliff Hager John Hall Ned Hall Chris Hammond Jeannie Harris Brandon Henson Mike Hocter Sara Hollingshead Brent Jarvis Leon Jayjohn Marsha Johnson Paula Johnson Tammy Johnson Tina Johnson Thomas Johnson Dora Jonas Carl Jones Krissy Jones Missy Jones Beth Knotts Merle Kuhn Cathy Lambert Laurie Landrum Tricia Landrum Tom Leach Beckie Little Jerry Long Jerry L. Lowry Jr. Rick Loudermilk 34 JUNIORS IT’S SATURDAY NIGHT LET’S CRUISE! It’s Saturday night — time to be laid back and relaxed, time to be cool and casual, time to sizzle and dazzle, but most of all it's time to CRUISE! The rest of the country may be at the drive-in or out for pizza — or heaven forbid, they may even be walking in the park — but here in Wellston, Ohio, we know that the only way to burn off energy is to burn up that gasoline! And burn it up we do! Every Saturday night we've been breaking out the keys and jammin' out to whatever made the most noise! We've rolled down the windows no matter how cold it got or how much snow tried to get in our way, because nothing can stop us when we’re on a roll — rolling down the strip, that is. Call it a waste of time and money, call it pointless, call it whatever you like, but our sentiments are unanimous: Cruising is the essence of the '80s. Leave the bellbottoms and the jitterbug to our parents — the hippest of the hip right down to the squarest of the square are doing circles around them — and the block! The baby boomer generation can have their drive-ins because we're driving out and baby, we are booming! ..stor, Jan Beiti„r Heather Madden Linda Malone Scott Mannerin; Larry Martin Adam Massie Velvie Massie April Mathews Billy McGinnis Holly McPheters David Mercer lim Moore Neysea Morgan Gary Ir. Milliken Matt Milliken Rodney Neal Ann Marie O'Shea Chad Ousley Thad Ousley JUNIORS 35 JUNIORS Cory Pariseau iona Pelletier Kelly Perko Bobbi Phillips Travis Potts Trond Rakkestad Julie Ramsey Jerry Rapp Sherri Rhymes Arthur Riepenhoff Shannon RiJey Brian Rippeth Randy Robson Matt Salmons Scott Scharfenberger Don Shover Don Simpson Peggy Smith Tracey Smith Renee Souders Ken Speakman John Spearry Katrina Specht Clifton Spires Ruth Ann Stacey Richie Staten Travis Staten Twila Thompson Kelly Thorne Karen Marie Tilley 36 JUNIORS JUNIORS Brian Townsend Amy Vickers Marie Vitatoe Angie Walton Tim Waters Jerry Whalen Terry Whalen Dale Wheatley Joe Williams Mark Allen Williams Sherri Massie Williams Jason Winters Matthew Womeldorf Tracy Wright Jenny Young Pamela Young This year as a junior here at W.H.S. is the most exciting experience I have ever had. I have learned a lot, and have made a lot ot friends that I hope I keep for life! Things like needing hallpasses in the hallways and having the same class schedule from day to day are things that are different from the schools we have back in Norway. Another difference is that we don’t have to go to school for more than nine years. I'd like to thank the teachers and students here in Wellston for the wonderful year I've spent with you. As we say thanks in Norway, “TAKK!” TROND RAKKESTAD JUNIORS 37 Eddie Abele Vickie Adkins Kathy Allen Rachel Arthur Melody Atchison Robbie Auxier David Barber Jan Beiting Julie Bennett Tricia Bishop Robert Bethel Dana Boggs David Brady Crystal Brandau Angie Brown Ricky Brown Lori Bryan Jenny Bush Kent Channel Beverly Collins Donna Cook Chris Davis Kitty Davis Lori Dever Dee Dee Dixon Bobby Downard Tendra Downard Tina Dyson Andrea Edwards Angie Ervin 38 SOPHOMORES FRIENDS FOREVER Someday, you will look back at old X-RAY yearbooks lying dusty on a shelf or in the attic. You will remember those four important, and hopefully special, years of your life. As you look back, you will remember, more than anything else, your friends. The true friends — the ones you laughed and cried with, partied and survived with. They may only touch your life for a short while, or your friendship may last forever, but they're an important part of you and always will be. Ernie Pariseau, Mike Hill, Kelly Perkins, and Mike Childers, all seniors, are the best of friends because they love to party and chase girls together. Kelly Perko, Vanita Hill, Kendra Kimbel, Shanna Martin, and Neysea Morgan say their friendship has lasted because they always stick together and help each other out. Beverly Collins and Kathy Wyatt tell us they have a great friendship based on trust, listening, and of course — having fun! People who share the same interests usually get along well together — like Christi Hill and Kim Jayjohn or like Tommie Skinner and Gwen Wood ... and even hundreds of miles can't change that. As all these people, and many other WHS “best friends go their separate ways — whether it's to summer camp for a week, the service for a couple years, or another state — we wish them many new friendships and hope that those of 1987 will never die. Brent Ervin Kelly Ervin Troy Ervin James Ewing Tony Faught Jerry Floyd Terry Floyd Shannon Fulton Lesley Geer Amy Ghearing Billy Gilliland Chad Gilliland Connie Good Barbara Goodson Christy Green Joseph Hagen Allan Hammond Anna Hammond SOPHOMORES 39 COVER STORY: YEARBOOK ARTIST Scott Scharfenberger, a junior at Wellston High School, is our cover artist this year. Scott is involved in Varsity baseball and basketball. He also does well academically and was a junior inductee into the National Honor Society. After high school, Scott plans to go to college, but his major is as yet undecided. He does know that he definitely wants to play college baseball. Ms. Sally Shumard, the art teacher and yearbook advisor, asked Scott to draw a picture of the school. “At first, Scott says, it wasn’t very enjoyable, but after a while it started to get fun. There was a great deal of work involved in producing the drawing. Scott had to take black and white pictures of different views of the school. It took about 2Vi to 3 weeks to finish it. This type of work is known as architectural rendering, which Scott is particularly good at and seems to enjoy doing. He completed several more of these designs at the end of the year for a special art project. Needless to say, Scott was very proud of his drawing, which received the ultimate grade of 100 from Ms. Shumard, as well as appearing on the cover in gold foil, and on both endsheets (inside covers) in ink. You may have noticed the same drawing on the front of the curriculum guide for next year. Because we were able to utilize Scott’s artistic ability, our cover is much more personalized, more a part of WHS. Scott is taking art again next year, partly by force, because Ms. Shumard puts it, “We’re not going to let this one get away! Rhonda Headley Shannon Henry Christina Hill Vanita Hill Laura Hocter Ted Hollingshead Erica Huff Danny laycoi Ted fohnslon Rhonda Jones Brian Kilgour Kendra Kimbel Kim King lenitta King Sean Kirby Brent Kisor Kim Kisor Bettie Jo Lambert 40 SOPHOMORES Dear students of W.H.S., Thanks for letting me be one of you for a year. I really had a great time. Actually, it had its ups and downs, but overall I enjoyed this past year, as I hope you did, too. See ya ’round”. If I don't, well, that’s life. KATRI KUUSISTO Remember, all you need is a good sense of humor ... if nothing else, it helps. Mike Lambert Rodney Landrum John Lewis Shawn Lewis Tommy Long Elizabeth Lott Wendy Loudermiik Kevin Massie Eric McCarter Kyle McCarty Lona McClellan Jeff McCormick Paula McFadden Lisa McGhee Stephanie McKenzie Chad McKnight Christy Merrill Diana Milliken Debbie Mulhern Jarrod Newlon Elaina Newnes Elizabeth Norris Angela Kay Ousley Sarah Ousley Colen Patterson Mike Pelletier Rhonda Perkins Heather Preston Tonya Perkins John Reed 41 Tawnya Rife Gerald John Ring John Rogers Tammy Rose Audra Ross Rocke Ross Amy Rupert Jolene Sayre Ricky Seymour Johnna Shepherd Teresa Shook Rebecca Sims Michelle Skaggs Angie Smith Jason Smith Melvin Smith lisa Snyder Mary Beth Souders BATTLE OF THE CLASSES First of all, since this is by no means an unbiased, factual account of what happened, it must be said that the most important element of the 1st Annual Battle of the Classes is the fact that the Sophomores won! Sorry, Juniors, but as every top gun knows, there is no prize for second place. The Battle of the Classes was one of the pre-Homecoming events this year, and included a pep session. It was schemed up by the Student Council, who chose an eight-member team from each grade to compete in the events. Those events included Sink a Lancer”, which involved shooting baskets from a choice of three lines; volleyball serves — at a Federal Hocking dummy (aren’t they all?); a timed three-legged sack race around a designated course (If you recall, the freshmen had a unique approach to this one); Pass the Lifesaver , a demanding test of skill requiring a very steady spoon; a chow-down contest in which each contestant had to consume a full bag of marshmallows and a warm can of pop . let's just say it was disgusting to watch! For their grand finale, each team presented a homecoming-related skit to the audience, while the judges tallied the scores. The sophomores took the honors of the day, although the seniors had displayed the most creativity and spirit throughout the week. Everybody — participants and audience alike — had a great time, looked silly, and laughed a lot. We hope it is the first of many annual Battles to come! 42 SOPHOMORES Eric Spearry Betty Stacey John Stevens Shane Stevens Dan Stewart Russell Stewart Pandora Straten Julie Sturgill Tonya Such Nicole Summers Beth Swackhammer Kevin Tedrow John Thompson Rhonda Sue Tiller Billie Jo Trace Joe Vickers Trish Vititoe James W. Walker Kelly Wallin Teresa Wells Ray Williams Rob Williams Tonya Williams Tammy Winters Joe Wittkamp Shannon Wonders Mary Ann Wright Robbie Wyatt Tommy Wyatt Dori Young SOPHOMORES 43 Tami Akers Gerri Albright Ronnie Aldrich Christine Arms April Arthur Heather Arthur Billy Atha Barney Baisden Dave Barber Matthew Beck Angie Bennett Michell Blankenship Krystle Boyd Marsha Boyer Brad Brown Greg Brown Jody Buzzard John Buzzelli Tracy Carpenter Joyce Cash Hope Channel Kelly Channell Aaron Cheatwood Troy Christian Angie Claar Davis Coffey Cindy Conley Scott Cooper Richie Corvin Karen Craig 44 FRESHMEN MONEY FOR SOMETHING — KICKS FOR FREE It's never been decided if money makes the world go round, or if it’s the root of all evil. In any case, that green stuff sure does come in handy once in a while ... gas, lunches, shopping sprees ... it all adds up. Quite a few students take on the responsibility of a part-time job. They give up their free time, but gain good experience, new friends, and some extra spending money. The X-RAY asked some of these students how they feel about their jobs, and working in general. Here are their replies: Cathy Anderson and Chris Newnes both work at Giovanni's Pizza in Wellston. After much deep thought, Cathy concluded that “it would be the perfect opportunity to spy if I were from Pizza Hut.” Very imaginative, isn’t she? Chris, a bit more down to earth, says “Sometimes it’s hard, like when you have a term paper to do, but the money comes in handy. Scott Scharfenberger, an employee at Ray’s Appliance Store, says “It’s hard working for my dad because he can get more out of me.” Mike McManis considers his Kroger's job an “excellent opportunity for youths to learn practical work experience. (Did someone warn him about our poll? That one’s pretty heavy!) Working at Kentucky Fried Chicken, and already planning for the future, Tina Johnson knows she’ll have to have a steady job someday, so she “might as well get used to it.” Tom Johnson put in his two cents worth with a bit of brotherly advice — Don’t count your chickens until they're fried. Quite witty, we thought. Rene Blankenship, getting her first hands-on job experience at the Wellston Louvee Theater, says “It’s alright ... I’m working with people I like.” Kelly Perko commented that she got her Big Wheel job at first because her parents wanted her to, but she has discovered, “I like having my own money to do what I want with. Ron Daily describes his fellow employees as fun, friendly people ... a positive working environment. Tricia Landrum, another worker at the popular McDonald’s, agrees with Ron and adds that The managers are really nice to us ... and you meet a lot of people that you wouldn’t otherwise. Casey Smith, who is employed by Smith Chambers, says a job “teaches you to be responsible. Casey Smith unpacks merchandise at Smith Chambers. Bobby Davis Jim Davis Sandi Davis Dennis Delong Teresa DePue Larry Downard Paul Dye Virginia Edinger Scott Edwards Aaron Ervin Deanna Ervin Kara Ervin Ryan Ervin Christopher Estep Hagar Fain Angie Farleigh Lisa Farleigh Billy Faught FRESHMEN 45 Kristy Kisor Stacie Kisor Patti Jones Jenny Jones Kim Jayjohn David Jaycox Rhonda Jarvis Shawn Huston Paul Howell Eric Hollingshead Jeff Hendershott Kristy Helman Vicki Harvey Melissa Hardman Rob Hardee Dale Hanes Eveline Hamon Danny Hall Phil Griffith Rusty Gregory Chris Graham Roger Goheen Karen Goheen Stacey Ghearing Nikki Ghearing Shannon Geer Matthew Garvey Ronnie Fisher Mickey Finn Tracy Faught 46 FRESHMEN Gregory Kisor Barbie Keplar Boyd Kille Pam Kirby Rachel Lambert Angie Landrum Barbara Leach Bobbie lo Lewis Brian Lewis Melissa Loper Tammy Loudermilk Matt Mahley Rachal Marlow Tracey Martin Julie May Scott McClaskey Carla McCoy Angela McTann WE HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE The idea of a lip-sync contest was developed to help relieve winter tension and also to bring some school spirit and competitiveness to life. The idea served its purpose and turned out to be quite a success. The specifications that were issued for the contest included that each class, in order to be eligible, had to have at least three groups providing different performers and that three various songs were to be performed. The groups were to submit entries by the given date and have them approved by the office prior to the contest. The judges (faculty) scored each performance and after the judging was completed, the score was tabulated and the winner announced. The Juniors were awarded first place, but because they had failed to follow the rules (there was only one group performing three songs) their award was retracted and presented to the Freshman Class. The faculty group put on a fine performance that proved to be one of the highlights of the show. The group consisted of Fauna Donahue, Delmar Haynes, Carson Mummey, and Peggy Murdoch. The freshmen participants, group one: Angie Bennett, Michelle Blankenship, Pam Kirby, Brent Phillips, Scott Shover, and Tom Stetzer; group two: Scott Edwards, Kara Ervin, Hager Fain, Krista Phalen, and Holly Snedecor; group three: Tami Akers, Ryan Ervin, Tommie Skinner, Tara Speakman, and Gwen Wood. The sophomore single performers: Dana Boggs, Barb Goodson, Lona McClellan, and Betty Stacey. The junior performers: Merle Kuhn, Rick Loudermilk, Jr. Milliken, and Brian Townsend. The seniors showed profound disinterest by neglecting to organize any groups at all for the performance. FRESHMEN 47 SILENCE THAT DREADFUL BELL “Silence that dreadful bell!” So said Shakespeare in his play Othello (Act II, Scene 2). Imagine how the great writer would have felt today, confronted by our modern society's use of bells! or practicing for the event. And if you go for the rustic approach — there's always cow bells! We've moved through time from the iron dinner bell on a pole to the microwave dinger, telling us our 7-minute potato is ready and waiting. Bells have such a role in the rest of our day, it is only fitting that they should start it off. Their charming sound alarms us from slumber each morning, but at least someone invented snooze buttons to extend the dreamtime! School is full of the nasty little bells. From the dreaded 7:42 to the long-awaited 2:36, they keep us on our toes all day. Not to mention all the in-betweens that tell us it's lunchtime, or 6th period, or that we’re late for algebra ... again. We also have bells that ring to warn us we’re on fire - The doorbell and the telephone are perhaps the most mysterious of the bell family. They signal, but we can never tell who sent the signal, or whom it's for. We jump for our hot pink cordless pushbottons wondering, “Is it him? only to hear Aunt Ethel ask what time choir practice is Thursday. They bring us news — good, bad and indifferent — every day. Bells tell us it's time to get up, time to start, time to leave, time to eat, time to run, or time to talk. They are essentially a modern way of marking time. Eat your heart out, Shakespeare! Sandi McGinnis Tiffani McGinnis Melanie Meadows Penny Mercer Vickie Miller Amanda Montgomery lenny Montgomery Beverly Moore Karen Mullen leannettea Napper Stacey Oiler Betty Oliver Nancy Ousley Reuben Ousley Steve Ousley Leeann Pariseau Krista Phalen Brent Phillips Tammy Polinsky Charlie Price Bryan Ray Michelle Rayburn Charles Rice Susann Rice 48 FRESHMEN Dorothy Riepenhoff John Rose Linda Scurlock Lynn Shook Scott Shover Eddie Simpson Michelle Sims Holly Snedecor Mike Snider Tony Southard Heath Sowers Mike Speakman Tara Speakman Bill Staten Stephanie Staten Tommy Stetzer Bobby Stevens B.J. Taylor Sherry Thompson Diana Tilley Dan Tomlin Jerry Trivette Stephanie Van Bibber Phillip Waldron Brian Walton Heather Walton Tommy Walton Gary Waugh Jason White Stacy Williams Chris Wilson Gwen Wood Carless Woodcock FRESHMEN 49 � 50 FACULTY WELLSTON HIGH FACULTY STAFF PRINCIPALS MR. THOMAS BAKER Principal MR WILLIAM B. DUNN Assistant Principal OFFICE STAFF MRS. SADIE FORD Secretary MRS. JANE DOWNARD Attendance officer SPECIALISTS MR. MITCHELL BAKER Guidance Counsellor MRS. SUSAN WILL School Nurse SPECIALISTS MRS. ELEANOR ESSMAN Librarian MR. SCOTT MASSIE JTPA PROGRAM — Teacher FACULTY 53 DIANE BLANKENSHIP Accounting, Typing Word Processing PAUL BLANKENSHIP O.W.E. 54 FACULTY VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS CONRAD FULTON Vocational Agriculture GARY HALL O.W.A. ENGLISH DEPARTMENT TINA CALLAHAN Sr. English, Reading, Composition, English Literature MRS. LINDA FORSHEY Junior English BILL FYFFE Freshmen English MR MIKE WOOD Sophomore English SOCIAL STUDIES JEAN BOOGS American History Geography MARGARET CULBERTSON World History Economics BRIAN LINTALA American Government American History SCIENCE DEPARTMENT JOF FINCH General Science PAT KUNTZ Biology I, Chemistry, Biological Science STEVE WEST Biology I II, Physiology PHYSICAL EDUCATION TERRY BRENNEN Health P.E. NANCY KIBLER Health P.E. JIM DERROW Health P.E. FACULTY 55 HOME ECONOMICS ALICE ULUCH Home Ec. 1, 2, 3, 4 DORIS SMITH Home Ec. 1, 2, 3, 4 SPECIAL AREAS KIM BLAGG Spanish 1 2. German 2 THOMAS REICHERT Industrial Arts 1, 2, 3 SALLY SHUMARD Art 1 2 MATH DEPARTMENT FAUNA DONAHUE Refresher Math and Business Math DELMAR HAYNES Computer Programming, Computer Applications, and Physics PAT HENDERSHOTT Algebra 1 2 CARSON MUMMEY Pre-Algebra General Math PEGGY MURDOCH Geometry, Senior Math, and Computer Applications AIDES MEL VINA BURKE Cook MARTHA DECK Cook DONNA KISOR Study Hall Monitor PATSY GREATHOUSE Library Aide LINDA SMITH Nurses Aide 56 FACULTY MUSIC DEPARTMENT SANDRA NODRUFF Vocal Music, Choir and Opus JEFF RUNGE Assistant Band Director WILLIAM 0. SHUMATE Instrumental Music, Marching and Concert Band 58 ACADEMICS ACADEMIC ACHIEVERS EARN PERSONAL SATISFACTION HR The 1986-87 school year was full of academic achievements. Academic accomplishments are being recognized more and more in our school system. Last year, the idea of issuing a letter to deserving academic students was developed, and it has become an annual event. Scholars had the opportunity to participate on the scholarship teams, which gave them the priviledge of traveling to the Ohio University branch at Chillicothe to take the tests. All students in a History or Geography class were able to take the Americanism and Government test in the fall. Qualifying students were also inducted into the National Honor Society. Finally, near the end of the school year, class rankings were announced, and top students were honored at an awards ceremony with other top scholars. Academic achievement is something to really be proud of because along with the awards and recognition, one has a great feeling of genuine accomplishment. 60 ACADEMICS ACADEMIC LETTER RECIPIENTS Alan Ashley Tom Johnson Monica Ashley Beth Knotts Jan Beiting Julie May Lori Bryan Jeannettea Napper Denese Coleman Krista Phalen Karen Craig Matt Salmons Joy Davis Holly Snedecor Hagar Fain John Spearry Jeff Hendershott Katrina Specht Mike Hooter John Thompson SCHOLARSHIP TEAM MEMBERS BIOLOGY 1 GEN. SCIENCE CHEMISTRY Lori Dever Lori Bryan Trish Vititoe Betty Stacey Dave Jaycox Angie McFann Suzanne Rice Stephanie Van Bibber Denese Coleman James Sizemore Cathy Anderson Adam Massie Matt Salmons PHYSICS ALGEBRA 1 ALGEBRA 2 Deron Ponn Rob Ervin Nancy Russell Todd Ghearing Shawn Huston Larry Downard Marsha Boyer Shane Stevens Hager Fain Mike Hocter Tom Johnson Beth Knotts Chad Ousley Rod Neal GEOMETRY ADVANCED MATH AMERICAN HISTORY John Reed Dan Jaycox Mike Lambert Andrea Edwards Jason Smith Tracy Craig Jim Rausch Mindy Peters DeNeil Hartley James Dye Matt Womeldorf Heather Fyffe SR. SOCIAL STUDIES ENGLISH 9 ENGLISH 10 Phillip Brady Alan Ashley Mike McManis Kevin Helman Steve Willis Jeannettea Napper Holly Snedecor Pam Kirby Jan Beiting Shannon Fulton Libby Lott Amy Rupert Tammy Winters ENGLISH 11 ENGLISH 12 SPANISH Katrina Specht Debby Dixon Marsha Johnson Carol Caldwell Joy Davis Erin Massie Michelle Johnson Casey Smith Jenny Montgomery Julie Sturgill Gwen Wood April Arthur Tendra Downard Barbie Goodson AMERICANISM GOVERNMENT TEST HIGH SCORERS Dan Tomlin — 9 Mike Hocter — 11 Angie Bennett — 9 Denese Coleman — 11 Jan Beiting — 10 Phillip Brady — 12 John Thompson — 10 Carol Cardwell — 12 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SENIORS Alan Ashley Rob Ervin Joy Davis Casey Smith Erin Massie DeNeil Hartley Deron Ponn Shannon Huston Jodi Wood Tracy Craig Michelle Johnson Pattie Stewart Carol Cardwell Nancy Russell Greg Ray JUNIORS Cathy Anderson Tom Johnson Beth Channell Beth Knotts Denese Coleman Adam Massie Leigh Ann Cox Rodney Neal Debby Dixon Chad Ousley James Dye Matt Salmons Heidi Fyffe Scott Scharfenberger Andy Graham James Sizemore Barb Grizzel John Spearry Mike Hocter Katrina Specht Marsha Johnson Jason Winters Tina Johnson Matt Womeldorf TOP 5 ACADEMIC FRESHMEN TOP 5 GENERAL FRESHMEN Freshman Academic 1 — Michelle Rayburn 1 — Jeannettea 2 — Greg Kisor Napper 3 — Vikki Miller 2 — Hager Fain 4 — Billy Faught 3 — Holly Snedecor 5 — Jason White and 4 — Jeff Hendershott 6 — John Rose 5 — Angie Bennett ACADEMICS 61 TOP SCHOLARS ACADEMIC SOPHOMORES 1 — Jan Belting 2 — John Thompson 3 — Lori Bryan 4 — Lori Dever 5 — Shannon Fulton GENERAL SOPHOMORES 1 — Debbie Mulhern 2 — Marie Brown 3 — Pandora Straten 4 — Michelle Skaggs 5 — Elizabeth Norris ACADEMIC JUNIORS 1 — Mike Hoctor 2 — Tom Johnson 3 — Chad Ousley 4 — Denese Coleman 5 — Beth Channell GENERAL JUNIORS 1 — Renee Souders 2 — Tina Kessinger 3 — Erica Branscomb 4 — Tammy Edwards 5 - Jim Willis TOP 10 SENIORS 1 — Alan Ashley 2 — Joy Davis 3 — Carol Cardwell 4 — Rob Ervin 5 — Erin Massie 6 — Paul Ervin 7 — DeNeil Hartley 8 — Deron Ponn 9 — Nancy Russell 10 — Sandy Fowler 6? ACADEMICS SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS Nations! Guard Scholar Athlete Award — Shannon Huston and Ron Nichols Best of the Class Award — Alan Ashley American Association of University Women Award — Joy Davis Holzer Clinic Award — Jodi Wood Lions Club Award — Rob Ervin Nursing Scholarship and Technical College Scholarship — Teresa Canada Pillsbury Company Foundation Scholarship — Deron Ponn Honors Scholarship — Milton Banking Company — Nancy Russell Rio Grande College Trustee Scholarship — Pattie Stewart We list on Teachers Association Scholarship — DeNeil Hatley National Honor Society Scholarship — Erin Massie Lockard Scholarship Award — Deron Ponn Salutatorian Award — Joy Davis Valedictorian Award — Alan Ashley Presidential Academic Fitness Award — Alan Ashley, Casey Smith, Nancy Russell, and Deron Ponn SPORTS • w- - • 64 GREAT YEAR FOR ROCKET GRIDIRON The 1986 Golden Rocket Football season opener set the tempo for many great victories that the Rockets would achieve throughout the season. The 27-20 victory over arch-rival Jackson made Rocket fan’s hopes soar in anticipation of a great season to come. The fan’s hopes were answered with an exciting 7 win season; including a season victory against T.V.C. rival Vinton County. The Rockets offense covered 2,308 rushing yards and 607 passing yards for a total of 2,915 yards enroute to scoring 206 points. The lead rusher in the 1986 season was Ernie Pariseau with 112 carries for 775 yards and he scored 14 touchdowns. The leading passer was Scott Bragg with 38 completions out of 81 attempts for 546 yards. He threw 6 touchdowns and 8 interceptions for the year. Two weeks into the season, Wellston defeated Trimble. The Rockets then took their two game winning streak on the road to Belpre and the Rockets were defeated. The next game was at home against the S.E.O.fl.L. powerhouse Gallipolis. The rockets were defeated again by Gallipolis and then again by Meigs. The Rockets traveled to Alexander. Alexander was defeated 39-21. The Rockets got out of their losing streak by defeating Nelsonville-York. The Federal Hocking game kicked off the Homecoming festivities with a bang. The Rockets defeated them 32-0. THe Rockets went on to win both the Miller game and also the last game of the season against Vinton County. STORY BY KEVIN HELMAN DO rUUIDHll FOOTBALL FTWWSff Row 1: John Boggs, Ron Nichols, Todd Ghearing, Gary VanBibber, Chris Newnes, Lucian McMclel-lan, Steve Willis, Deron Ponn, Ernie Pariseau, Dwaine Tribby, Joe Johnston. Row 2: Rich Staten, Travis Staten, John Spearry, Tom Johnson, Dale Wheatly, Rick Loudermilk, Brian Manring, Merle Kuhn, Scott Edwards, Cory Pariseau, Matt Wolmendorf, and Paul Boggs. Row 3: Casey Smith, Greg Phillips, Delmar Haynes, Troy Ervin, Scott Bragg, Mike Lambert, John Thompson, Dan Jaycox, Sean Kirby, Jason Smith, James Dye, John Reed, Chad McKnight, Shawn Huston, Coach Bill Fyffe, Shelly Cook, and Paul Boggs Sr. Row 4: Chris Graham, Bill Atha, Paul Howell, Aaron Cheatwood, Dave Jaycox, Jeff Hender-shott, Tom Stetzer, Scott Cooper, and Richie Corvin. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL — TEAMWORK WINS They would have played better if there was more team work. This includes people on the bench willing to play when necessary. Teamwork does win.” replied Coach Sandra Evans when asked about the Varsity volleyball season. The ladies pulled through the season with four wins to twelve losses. The Vinton County game was one of the most special of the season. The Seniors played their last game, and defeated Vinton County (one of the best teams in the league). Coach Evans won’t be coaching next year, but she wishes next years' team the best of luck! Row 1: Kendra Kimbel, Trina Specht, Debbie Dixon, Tammy Winters Row 2: Coach; Sandra Evans, Heather Fyffe, Barb Grizzel, Shannon Huston, Erin Massie, Jodi Wood, Manager; Shannon Young VOLLEYBALL 69 VOLLEYBALL RESERVES IMPROVE GREATLY The reserve volleyball players this year are all first year members, with eight freshmen, and two sophomores on the team. They did reasonably well this year. They got the better of six games, but unfortunately twelve other games someone got the better of them. The players enjoyed the season, and all plan to return next year. The team has great hope for the future with forty people expressing an interest for next years’ team. RESERVE VOLLEYBALL TEAM Row 1: Krista Phalen, Crystal Brandau, Sandi Davis, Dorothy Riepenhoff, Stephanie Van Bibber Row 2: Coach; Fauna Donahue, Dori Young, Nikki Ghearing, Jenny Jones, Suzzane Rice, and Manager; Shannon Young 70 VOLLEYBALL BASKETBALL BASKETBALL 71 The 1986-87 Varsity Rocket Cagers turned out a fine season ending with a long 9-11 mark. The season started with a long holiday road trip to Belpre. Although the Rockets lost, it was a valiant effort. The final score was 50-44. The next three games didn’t turn out as well for the Rockets. The cagers dropped 3 out of 3 to Alexander, Southwestern, and Vinton County. After those three losses, a spark hit the Rockets and they triumphed over Federal Hocking, Miller, Nelsonville-York, Unioto, and the mighty Jackson Ironmen. This led the Rockets into the Christmas break with a 5-4 record. All together, the Rockets turned out an excellent season winding up 9-11 overall, and 6-8 in the league. This is the best record any basketball team has had in years. Jim Derrow, first year Varsity coach, “showed his colors with the Rockets’ impressive season. COACH JIM DERROW AND HIS MIGHTY ROCKET CAGERS — Rob Ervin, Scott Scharfenberger, Scott Bragg, Tom Johnson, Dale Wheatley. Dan Jaycox, Robbie Davis, Jerry Long, Andy Graham, Merle Kuhn, and Travis Staten. Following Christmas break, the Rockets traveled to Meigs. The Rockets came out the «'oser, but they played a very fine game. The next six games left the Rockets with a 9-8 record. The team was defeated the next three times by Meigs, Jackson, and Trimble. The 1986-87 Varsity Rocket Cagers turned out a fine season with a 9-11 mark. The season started with a long holiday trip to Belpre, and although the Rockets lost, it was a valiant effort. The next three games didn’t turn out as well for the Rockets, as they dropped the three games to Alexander, Southwestern, and Vinton Co. After the brief slump, a spark hit the Rockets, and they triumphed over Federal Hocking, Miller, Nelsonville, Unioto, and the mighty Jackson Ironmen, leading them into the Christmas break with a 5-4 record. All together, the Rockets turned out an excellent season, winding up 9-11 overall, and 6-8 in the league. This is the best record the team has had in years. Jim Derrow, first year Varsity coach, really “showed his colors” with the Rocket team and their impressive season. 72 BASKETBALL ROCKET CAGERS HAVE 9-11 SEASON SEASON OF FRUSTRATION The Girls’ Varsity basketball didn't live up to all expectations this year. The overall record was 6 and 12. Meigs and Miller provided some tough competition for the ladies this year. The Rockets did achieve wins from the weaker Belpre and Trimble teams. Overall, this just wasn't one of the best seasons the ladies have had, and as Trina Specht coined it, it was a season of “inexperience”. This year, there were eight Varsity players. They were Debbie Dixon, Heather Fyffe, Heidi Fyffe, Shannon Huston, Trina Specht, Leslie Spencer, Dori Young, and Pam Kirby. Their coach was Mark Mullen. Coach Doug Griffin described the Reserve season as being “a learning experience. The team had its good and bad points. They never stopped trying and they had a willingness to play, but they had a lack of the basic fundamentals. The team ended the season with a 3 and 15 record. The members of this year’s -earn included Kitty Davis, Pam Kirby, Karen Mullen, Suzanne Rice, Michelle Sims, and Stephanie Van Bibber. The outlook for next years' team will be determined by the new players coming from the Junior High to the High School next year. GIRLS' BASKET8ALL 75 CHEERLEADERS The Wellston High School Varsity Cheerleading squad of 1987 consisted of eleven dedicated girls. The girls provided support for the teams as well as entertainment for the crowds, and they cheered for both the Varsity and Reserve games throughout the season. Cheerleaders do much more than raise morale, they spend a great deal of time earning money to buy supplies and uniforms. Through the process of holding a bake sale, the girls were able to purchase new warm-up suits and uniforms. All of the cheerleader squads had a busy and productive year. They all do a fine job of promoting school spirit by making signs and holding pep rallies. Let’s all give a cheer to those girls that add sparkle and life to our sporting events! STORY BY SHANNA MARTIN and HOLLY SNEDECOR WHS GIVES US SOMETHING TO CHEER ABOUT CHEERLEADERS 77 VARSITY CHEERLEADERS FRONT: Neysea Morgan. ROW 2: Tina Johnson, and Krissy Jones. ROW 3: Kelly Perko, Ginger Arthur, Shanna Martin, and Teresa Wells. ROW 4: Vanita Hill, Leah Arthur, Tracy Smith, and Teresa Shook. FRESHMAN CHEERLEADERS ROW 1: Deanna Ervin, Kristy Kisor, and Kara Ervin. ROW 2: Tara Speakman, Penny Mercer, and Shannon Geer. WHS LINKSTERS SHOW IMPROVEMENT The Golf Team showed great improvement this year, and Coach Tom Reichert has hopes that the following teams will continue to grow and play well. Although this years' team consisted of many young, inexperienced players, the hard work and effort that these people put forth will eventually pay off for future Rocket Linkster teams. The team finished the twelve match season with one win at home and two wins away. They finished fifth in the league and twelfth in the sectional tournaments. There is much room for improvement, and these players will positively improve throughout the following seasons, and we can all look forward to having many good, local players among us. GOLF ! 9 TENNIS TEAM SHOWS TALENT 80 TENNIS TENNIS The Tennis Team turned out a prosperous season this year. With an eleven and seven season score, it was probably one of the best seasons ever had for the team and Coach Mike Wood. Tony Newman proclaimed it to be a season of “advancement”. The individual rankings proved to be favorable, also. There were eight very good players, but not one specific strong player, though Adam Massie and Tony Newman did go to the Regionals in Columbus,” replied Coach Mike Wood when asked about individual performances. The rankings were attributed to the top eight players of the team, and they are; 1 — Adam Massie, 2 — Gary Christian, 3 — Tony Newman, 4 — Rodney Neal, 5 — Dan Stewart, 6 — Joy Davis, 7 — Jason Winters, and 8 — Tim McPheters. Other team members included Troy Ervin, Shawn Huston, Jenny Montgomery, Sara Ousley, and John Ring. The outlook for next year’s team appears to be positive. The team should be equally strong or maybe even stronger next year. The agenda for next year mainly centers around playing tougher teams to achieve additional competitions. Tennis often doesn’t receive the acclamation it deserves because of low attendance of the meets and minimum media coverage, but hopefully, that will change in the future. BOTTOM LEFT: Row 1 — Shawn Huston, Sara Ousley, Jenny Montgomery, Tim McPheters, Dan Stewart, Jason Winters, and Joy Davis. Row 2 — John Ring, Adam Massie, Rodney Neal, Tony Newman, Gary Christian, Troy Ervin, Thad Ousley, and Coach Mike Wood. TOP LEFT: Adam Massie, first ranked player, displays the power in his serve during a practice session. TRACK TEAMS “It was probably the most successful season I’ve ever had,” said head coach Brian Lintala, when asked about his reflections on this years track season. The 1986-87 track team had an impressive track” record this year. The Rockets had one of the best seasons ever. The ladies managed to win the Tri-Valley Conference for the first time in the history of the team since its 1976 formation. The guys team received a close second behind Belpre by only a two point loss. The overall season was quite a success with 57 wins to only 7 losses. The girls earned first place at the Jackson Invitational, the Oak Hill Invitational, the O.G.G. Invitational, the T.V.C. Meet, and second at the District Meet. The guys earned firsts at the Jackson Invitational, the Jackson County Meet, and the O.G.G. Invitational, and second place at the T.V.C. Meet. Heidi Fyffe and Mike Childers achieved the high point for the year and the leagues' M.V.P. James Dye was awarded most improved performer. The 1986-87 track team consists of: Boys row 1: Larry Downard, Deron Ponn, Mike Childers, Mike Hill, Rob Ervin, Todd Ghearing, Dwaine Tribby, Ted Hollingshead. Row 2: Assistant Coach; Tom Baker, Manager; Trond Rakkestad, Russ Stewart, Ron Nichols, Fred Cardwell, Lucian McClellan, Ernie Pariseau, Gary VanBibber, Colin Patterson, Jason Smith, Manager; Becky Sims, Head Coach: Brian Lintala. Row 3: John Reed, David Brady, Travis Staten, Matt Womeldorf, Rob Davis, John Spearry, Merle Kuhn, James Dye, Cory Pariseau, Sanford Crisp, Assistant Coach; Doug Griffin. Girls row 1: Pam Stewart, Roxie Frisby. Row 2: Heidi Fyffe, Traci Angles, Shannon Huston, Crystal Brandau, Teresa Good-son, Marnee Dunfee. Row 3: Kara Ervin, Suzanne Rice, Velvie Massie, Lona McClellan, Holly Snedecor, Nikki Ghearing, Michelle Sims, Melanie Meadows and Jeannetta Napper. Not included in picture: Tracy Alshire, J.R. Milli-ken, Kelly Perkins, Jodi Wood, and Alan Ashley. PICTURED TOP RIGHT: Team mate Heidi Fyffe cheers the 1600 meter relay team on to a second place T.V.C. VICTORY!! PICTURED ABOVE: Mike Childers shows the form that led to his first place finishes in the 100, 200, 400 meters, and the mile relay. These wins led him to the T.V.C.-M.V.P. award. 82 TRACK GIRLS TRACK TEAM WINS FIRST IN T.V.C. LEFT: Wellston shows its strength in the distance events with Roxie Frisby in the lead and Michelle Simms close behind. ABOVE: Wellston earned first place honors at the Jackson County Championship. Robbie Ervin, Roxie Frisby, Pam Stewart and Mike Hill are the team captains holding the trophies. BOYS TRACK PLACES 2nd IN T.V.C RIGHT: The Wellston Ladies ran away with the league title in 1987 with many first and second place finishes. Pam Stewart received first and second place in the 300 meter hurdles, and Lona McClellan received second place. TOST PICTURED TOP LEFT THE NEW GENERATION of Holly Snedecor and Kara Ervin worked in well with the older stars, Pam Stewart Roxie Frisby. ABOVE: Rob Ervin was part of a new tradition of Seniors who run for their first time ever and help the team. CENTER: The first trophy for both the boys and girls is special. It makes it even more eventful when that finish is from the Jackson Invitational. TRACK 85 UP AND DOWN SEASON FOR 1987 RESERVE BASEBALL TEAM MEMBERS (pictured below) Coach Scott Dillinger, Scott Edwards, Bill Faught, Mike Pelletier, Richie Corvin, Chris Graham, Tom Stetzer, Aaron Cheatwood, Gabe Grant, Shane Stevens, Chad McKnight, Eric McCarter, Randy Robson, Chad Vickers, and Rob Carpenter. VARSITY BASEBALL TEAM MEMBERS (Row 1) Melvin Smith, Shane Stevens, Richie Corvin, Chris Graham and left Hendershott. (Row 2) Coach Hendershott, Shannon Henry, Joe Witt-camp, Mark Williams, Allan Hammond, Andy Graham, Scott Scharfenberger, and Chris Hammond. 86 BASEBALL BASEBALL “It was a great season for the Varsity. Next year's team has great potential. The Reserve team struggled this year, but hopefully, next year’s will be better.” stated Reserve Varsity player, Shane Stevens, when asked about the 1987 Baseball season. The season had its ups and downs.” said Varsity player, Jeff Hendershott. The grand finale of the season was the five game winning streak which ended the season 14 and 12 overall. The reserve team didn't fare as well. Unfortunately, they lost more than they won, but regardless, they did manage to play well. Awards were presented at the annual Spring Banquet to honor achieving players. Presenting the Varsity awards was Coach Pat Hendershott, and the Reserve awards were presented by Coach Scott Dillinger. Jeff Hendershott was the Varsity M.V.P. He led the team with the most R.B.I.'s and the highest batting average. Both he and Scott Scharfenberger were chosen as all league players. Richie Corvin was selected as the Most Improved player, and Joe Wittcamp and Mark Williams tied for the Most Number of Home Runs Award. Joe Wittcamp also had the most number of runs for the season. The outlook for next year is quite positive. Unlike this year, several seniors will return and their expertise might pro-pell the Rockets to the State Championship next year. Deja Vu from 1986. story by Holly Snedecor BASEBALL 87 SOFTBALL The W.H.S. Softball Rockets captured the T.V.C. crown with an impressive 13 win and 3 loss record. They posted a 17-4 overall record. The team was later beaten in the tournament. Four players on the team made the all league team. They were Tammy Winters, Shannon Huston, Debbie Dixon, and Lesley Spencer. The leading hitter for the season was Lesley Spencer. Debbie Dixon was named best defensive player. The third award presented by Coach Mark Mullen was the Clutch Hitter award. This was presented to Eloise Farleigh. Congratulations to Coach Mullen and his team for an exciting and very rewarding season. The reserve team, coached by Bob Staggs, finished the season with an outstanding 8-1 record including a 5-0 record in T.V.C. action. The team outscored their opponents by almost a 2-1 margin by scoring 198 runs to only 103 by their opposition. Teresa Wells led the team in two offensive categories, runs scored, and batting average. Teresa hit .600 and scored 27 times. Betty Jo Lambert led the team in RBIS with 20. With the acquisition of the reserve team players, 88 SOFTBALL next year's varsity team could be one of the best teams for years to come. RESERVE SOFTBALL TEAM MEMBERS — Row 1 — Michelle Blankenship, Stephanie Van Bibber, Teresa Wells, Lenita King, Dee Dixon, Lisa McGhee, Dana Boggs, and Tracy Faught. Row 2 — Kevin Helman, Manager, Julie Bennett, Manager, Tonya Such, Erica Branscomb, Stacy Williams, Stacey Ghearing, Betty Lambert, Dee Milliken, Angie Bennett. Karen Mullen, and Coach Bob Staggs. VARSITY GIRLS CAPTURE T.V.C. CROWN 90 MUSIC MUSIC DEPT. SEES POSITIVE CHANGES CHOIR AND OPUS XVI BUSY YEAR FOR VOCAL PERFORMERS This year many changes went underway in the vocal music department. For the first time, Opus and Choir were seperated into two classes as well as different organizations. The changes proved to have both positive and negative effects. Choir and Opus members alike gained independence and had the opportunity to learn at the pace that was most suitable. Choir and Opus combined to perform the “Spring Sing and various other assemblies throughout the year. Along with the obligations of assemblies at school, Opus performs for audiences throughout Jackson County, and on special invitation, functions all over the state. Through hard work and determination, Opus and Choir have been successful in entertaining us. The Wellston High School Marching and Concert Bands both displayed very impressive performances this year. The Wellston High School Marching Band participated in a number of events this year. The Lights Out” show was one of the most spectacular of the Bands performances, but the most striking of all was located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee where the band had gone to compete in the Great Smokey Mountain Music Festival. The band achieved high honors with Best Auxiliary over all and first place in the small class competition. The Wellston High School Concert Band also flourished this year. The Bands activities were presented very well. The Christmas Council was very much improved from previous years. Following the trip to Ohio University competition for Solo and Ensemble performances, the band emerged with an endless list of excellent and outstanding ratings. The band returned home and performed the annual Spring Concert, and once again, their performance was excellent. The Grand Finale consisted of the Concert band placing fourth in Gatlinburg, Tennessee during their trip. 96 MARCHING BAND 98 ORGANIZATIONS TRI-HI-Y Row 1: Karen Tilley, Teresa Goodson, Nancy Russell, Tracy Craig, Heidi Fyffe, Tracy Smith, Leah Arthur, Trina Specht, Krissy Jones, and Kara Froesch. Row 2: Marnee Dunfee, Kelly Dixon, Erin Massie, Jodi Webb, Pattie Stewart, Michelle Johnson, Mindy Peters, Marsha Johnson, Tina Johnson, and Bobbi Phillips. Row 3: Mrs. Smith, Becki Little, Deanna Farley, Erica Branscomb, Shanna Martin, Kelli Perko, Carrie Craig, April Matthews, Velvie Massie, Julie Ramsey, Shawna Rippeth, DeNeil Hartley, Shannon Young, and Leslie Spencer. Row 4: Sherry Rymer, Barb Grizzel, Denese Coleman, Leigh Ann Cox, Shannon Huston, Renee Blanenship, Teresa Canada, Lisa Wilbur, Jona Pelletier, Holly McPheters, Christy Richards, Angie Walton, and Ginger Arthur. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Ernie Paraseau — Vice President, Erin Massie — Secretary, Kevin Helman — Treasurer, Dawn Angles — President. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Tom Johnson — President, John Spearry — Vice President, Adam Massie — Secretary, Krissy Jones and Heidi Fyffe — Treasurer. 100 ORGANIZATIONS FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA Row 1 (kneeling): Barbara Leach, Joyce Cash, Jonna Shepard, and Lenitta King. Row 2 (sitting): Brian Conn, Cliff Hager, Eric Me Carter, Amy Vickers, Mike Pelletier, Sammy Be-vard, David Bishop, and James Fox. Row 3: Scott Edwards, Billy Faught, Brad Brown, Jamie Ewing, Ted Johnston, John Frisby, Kelly Perkins, Tom Johnson, Rodney Neal, Phil Griffith, Tommy Wyatt, Matt Walton, Jason White, and Sean Kirby. Row 4: Ron Fisher, Richie Staten, Mike Jones, Jeff McCormick, and Mr. Conrad Fulton; Advisor. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS Jason Smith — President, Kendra Kimble — Sec Tres., Bobby Bethel — Vice-President. FRESHMEN CLASS OFFICERS Richie Corvin — Vice President, Jeff Hendershott — President Bobby Davis — Treasurer. ORGANIZATIONS 101 FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLUB FIRST ROW: Lisa McGhee, Dee Dee Dixon, Elaina Newnes, Kelly Dixon, and Betty Stacey. SECOND ROW: Tendra Downard, Amy Ghearing, Trish Vititoe, Lona McClellan, Ms. Blagg, advisor, John Stabler, Dana Boggs, and Velvie Massie. FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA ROW 1: Julie Bennett, Erica Huff, Elaina Newnes, and Angela McFann. ROW 2: Teresa Canada, Jenny Bush, Lisa Snyder, Heather Preston, Lona McClellan, and Miss Alice Lillich, advisor. INDUSTRIAL ARTS CLUB ROW 1 Sean Kirby, Travis Potts, Merle Kuhn, Dan Jaycox, and Eric McCarter. ROW 2: Bobby Brown, Jeff McCormick, Tom Gilliland, Rob Carpenter, Sam Adkins, and Mr. Tom Reichert. 102 ORGANIZATIONS HI-Q-TEAM ROW 1: Denese Coleman, Laura Hocter, and Julie May. ROW 2: Hagar Fain, Mike Hocter, Alan Ashley, and Matt Womeldorf. HEALTH COUNCIL ROW 1: Renee Blankenship, Christy Richards, Elaina Newnes, and Marsha Boyer. ROW 2: Jeannettea Napper, DeNeil Hartley, Holly Snedecor, and Dee Milliken. STUDENT COUNCIL ROW 1: Vickie Harvey, Lisa Snyder, Dan Tomlin, Pattie Stewart, Julie Bennett, and Amy Ghearing. ROW 2: Jenny Montgomery, Trish Vititoe, Mr. Mitchell Baker, advisor, Nancy Russell, and Angie Bennett. ORGANIZATIONS 103 OFFICE AIDES Row 1. Jason Winters, Mark Williams, Rob Ervin, Adam Massie, and Deron Ponn. Row 2: Gwen Wood, Shannon Huston, Mary Beth Trace, Tina Johnson, and Jenny Jones. Row 3: Joe Wittkamp, Melvin Smith, Alan Ashley, Phillip Brady, Tim McPheters, Steve Willis, Todd Ghearing, John Spearry, and Travis Staten. LIBRARY AIDES Sitting: Krissy Jones, Julie May, Lisa Snyder, and Leanne Pariseau. Standing: Ron Nichols, and John Lewis. BUCKEYE GIRLS STATE Sitting Tracey Smith, Debbie Dixion, Heidi Fyffe, Leigh Ann Cox, Marsha Johnson, and Velvie Massie. Standing: Denese Coleman, Renee Blankenship, Trina Specht, Kelly Perko, and Barb Grizzel. 104 ORGANIZATIONS THE ROCKET NEWS Hagar Fain, Jeannettea Napper, Alan Ashley, Tom Johnson, Chris Newnes, and John Thompson. CAFETERIA AIDES Rhonda Perkins and Eloise Farley. BUCKEYE BOYS STATE Sitting: Tom Johnson, and John Spearry. Standing: Mike Hodor, and Rodney Neal. ORGANIZATIONS 105 ANNUAL HOMECOMING DANCE ANOTHER BREATHTAKING EVENT Take a trip down memory’s lane and think back to the night of October 1,1986. It was a night to take your breath away, a night of romance and dancing under the stars”. Thinking about it conjures up memories of a blue and silver room filled with girls in beautiful dresses and their dates, swaying to a slow song or moving and shaking to one of DJ Chuck Harper’s faster picks. The school year was still fresh and new and school spirit running high as autumn leaves began to drift and THE social event of the year at Wellston High School approached. The season had been a good one for our team, and the homecoming game was no disappointment to that record. Federal Hocking was defeated 32 to 0 by the mighty Rockets. This victory was the finishing effort to a fun-filled week of class elections, spirit contests, pep sessions, and the 1st Annual Battle of the Classes. Saturday night’s Homecoming Dance was the perfect close to the festivities, a chance to relax and enjoy the company of fellow classmates. STORY BY - JAN BEIJING Top left: Scott Scharfenberger and Neysea Morgan take a break from the dancing. Top right: Dan Jaycox, Brian Deck, and Tracey Craig steal some souvenirs from the wall. Middle: Queen Erin Massie with her court — Shannon Houston, Tracy Boggs, Traci Angles, Tina Johnson, Tawnya Williams, Julie Sturgill, and Stacey Ghear-ing and their escorts. Bottom: Jerry Long and Merle Kuhn appear to have lost their dates! Opp. pg: Penny Mercer and Mark Williams pose with Jerry Walton's special touch. HOMECOMING 109 103 SENIORS GRADUATE DURING THE 101st CEREMONY On May 31, 1987, The Senior class of '87 graduated. The day was a warm and humid one, but with the school’s new auditorium ceiling fans, the heat was much more bearable. The Baccalaureate ceremonies began with Father John Swickard, the Baccalaureate speaker. The Commencement ceremonies featured as key speaker Mr. Jerry Bryan, a graduate of Wellston High School. In Mr. Bryan’s speech, he gave the Seniors seven steps to success which should be useful in their lives. The Wellston High School Choir sang many inspirational songs throughout the ceremony. Then the moment came that everyone had been awaiting; the issuing of diplomas. All of the Seniors had genuine smiles of joy on their faces as they received their diplomas. The ceremonies concluded with a prayer and an enormous round of applause. The Senior Class of 1987 has made it! 110 GRADUATION GRADUATION 111 COMMENCEMENT ’87 SWEETHEART DANCE VALENTINE’S DAY EVENT A SUCCESS Saturday night and Valentine's Day . . a combination destined for success — and for sweethearts, of course. The Junior Class and their advisor, Mrs. Doris Smith, organized the event, and selected Chuck Harper as DJ for the night. Senior king and queen candidates placed decorated cans on the ledge beforehand, so that students could donate to their favorites. This was both a means of choosing the ‘‘royal couple and a way to raise the money that was needed. Tom Johnson, as president of the Junior Class, introduced the sweetheart king, Rob Ervin and the sweetheart queen, Tracey Boggs. Each of them was presented with a heart shaped box of candy to commemorate Valentine's Day 1987. SWEETHEART DANCE 113 ’87 SPRING SING This years Spring Sing was exceptionally well put together. Although the afternoon matinee was one of the sour apples of all the Spring Sings, the evening performance was, in comparison, just like night and day. Many of the students that had seen the matinee went to the evening performance and were shocked at the improvement. The show consisted of a number of 50's and 60’s music, like “The Loco-Motion” and “Splish, Splash”. The program, as always, catered toward every style of music for all ages. One of the male ensemble numbers, The Auctioneer”, was a story around a boy who grew up and became a famous auctioneer. Miss Sandra Nodruff asked a famous local auctioneer to auction off a coolor. OPUS XVI and choir received $150.00 for the cooler. The Spring Sing was a great success and was enjoyed by people of all ages. It has been said in years past that the program improves every year. Maybe it dropped back a step this year, but from evidence in past performances, the next show will jump forward 2 steps. SPRING SING 1987 CHOIR OPUS TOGETHER Spring Sing 115 WELLSTON HIGH STUDENTS PRESENT “Pippin is the best play we’ve ever done in Wellstom,” agree John Spearry and Casey Smith, both actors in the 1987 musical production. Other cast members include Jason Winters, Chad Ousley, Nicole Summers, Cory Pariseau, DeNeil Hartley, Jodi Webb, Ernie Pariseau, Ann O’Shea, Sarah Ousley, Dorothy Riepenhoft, and Laura Hocter. These sixteen, under the direction of Mr. Dunn and Mrs. Pit-tenger, practiced 4-5 hours a night, several days a week, in order to achieve the excellent performance they presented on the 24th and 25th of April — a performance that was truly the best. The audience is taken back to the time of Charlemagne, at the turn of the 7th century, where Prince Pippin (John Spearry) is a young man seeking total happiness in life. He searches for that happiness as a soldier of war, a worldly womanizer, a king, and as a simple farmer, but is still dissatisfied. When, at the crisis of the play, Jason Winters, as the Lead Player, tries to persuade Pippin that setting himself on fire will bring a final blaze of beauty and meaning to '' real- izes that he belongs in the simple farming life, and returns to the widow (Jodi Webb) and her son (Patrick Riepenhoff). Story by Jan Beiting PIPPIN 117 18604239 On the day of March 11th, the Seniors woke up with a hunger for blood. This was the day for the annual Senior-Faculty basketball game. The Seniors had hired for the occasion Coaches Johnson and Spearry, who were to assist them in demolishing the Faculty team, and show who rules at W.H.S. Both teams were confident that they would be victorious, but the spirits were with one team that day, and they showed their great abilities to all who watched. It turned out to be one of the most exciting basketball games ever to be held at Wellston High. The audience was overwhelmed by the fast passes and darting shots. The accusation of cheating was heard from members of both sides, but as usual, nothing could be proven. As the game continued into the final seconds, it could have been either teams' ballgame, but as the final buzzer rang, Robbie Ervin threw a long shot from across the court that miraculously went through the net. The Senior team members did prove that they were indeed the champions! OPPOSITE PAGE: Shannon Huston is wished good-luck by her fellow team members. TOP LEFT: Robbie Ervin and Mr. Griffin exchange a show of strength. TOP RIGHT: The cheerleaders had fun while screaming their loyalty to their team. CENTER: The coaches have a conference with their team members. LOWER LEFT: Prior to the game, Pattie Stewart boasts that the Seniors shall win. LOWER RIGHT: Mr. Griffin shows that he can be a real wizard with the ball (and also with hair!) STORY BY TROND RAKKESTAD 118 SR FACULTY GAME SENIORS STING FACULTY WITH LAST SECOND SHOT SR FACULTY GAME 119 A NIGHT TO REMEMBER JR.-SR. BANQUET, PROM, AND AFTERPARTY The evening’s events began with a banquet that was strictly for the upper classes — no freshmen or sophomores allowed! Tom Johnson and Dawn Angles, the junior and senior class presidents, welcomed everyone and invited them to partake of the delicious food soon to be served. Dan Tomlin provided dinner music throughout the meal, which was followed by a most enjoyable program of entertainment. Shawna Rip-peth, Kyle McCarthy, DeNeil Hartley, Cory Pariseau, Debbie Dixon, John Spearry, and Jason Winters all sang solos or duets, OPUS XVI performed with their usual flair, and the senior girls presented two comic skits to the audience. For some, this banquet was their first together, for others, their last. But for all, it will be a night to remember. The evening was far from over, though — it was just beginning. When the clock struck nine, the high school sidewalks suddenly erupted with satin and lace, (continued) STORY BY JAN BEITING Top left: Richie Staten and Dawn Shook enjoying the Banquet. Top right: Jason Winters, Leigh Ann Cox, and Rodney Neal are either decorating for the Prom or holding up that pole! Middle: OPUS XVI performs for an appreciative Banquet audience. Bottom left: Marnee Dunfee and Shannon Houston are excited about seeing who'll graaaaduate! Bottom right: James Dye and Roxie Frisby share a quiet moment together. Opp. pg: Travis Potts, Betty Lambert, Jodi Wood. Todd Ghearing, Junior Milliken, and Dori Young are the first in line to have their pictures taken. PROM NIGHT 121 tuxedos and bow ties. Our cafeteria, disguised in a costume of azure blue, pink and silver, was filled to overflowing with partying couples. It was almost too warm but that didn't keep anyone from dancing the night away to the great music played by our all-time favorite — Suzy Waud! The time just flew by, and before we knew it, the Prom was over and it was time to move on to phase three of May the 2nd’s festivities. True to the 1987 Prom theme, Will You Still Love Me , it was a night everybody will still love to remember for a long time. Everyone was having too much fun to quit then, though. After a quick change into more usual clothes, it was off to the Afterparty for some z 7 usual fun. Suzy Waud continued spinning the vinyl, threatening to break the record if no one wanted to dance. She never had to carry out that threat because the Masquerade was a definite success! The seniors chose red, black, and silver crepe paper and balloons to hide the walls of the Jr. High gym and create the right atmosphere. All totalled, the Jr.-Sr. Banquet, Prom, and Afterparty were a great way to bring in the last exciting month of school. TOP LEFT: These Promgoers seem to be having a great time! TOP RIGHT: Friends Cory Pariseau and Beth Knotts are all smiles. CENTER: Mike Childers, Kelly Perkins, and Mike Hill try some sign language, maybe? James Dye just smiles, and John Frisby pretends he’s with someone — anyone — else. BELOW LEFT: Suzy Waud with Mrs. Doris Smith — the people who make it all happen! BELOW RIGHT: PMe Stewart kicks off her shoes while Colin Patterson plays Carmen with his boutonniere. OPPOSITE PAGE: May I have this dance? STORY BY JAN BEITING 122 PROM NIGHT WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME MASQUERADE — MAY 2, 1987 — SENIORS OF ’87 SAY GOODBYE CLASS DAY — ’87 Class Day presented an opor-tunity for seniors to: reminisce over past years, exhibit their talents, impersonate teachers, and provide entertainment as well. The Class Day performance opened with a few encouraging words from senior class president, Dawn Angles and then the festivities began. The agenda included: the senior class histories, musical entertainment, the reading of the wills, the class prophecy, and The Thirteen Days of my Senior Year”. The class histories included incidents that ranged from elementary school at Bundy to recent years at the high school. The musical talent was provided by several talented seniors. The Beastie Girls”: Marnee Dunfee, Shannon Huston, Pam Stewart, and Jodi Wood sang a solely original song, “I Can’t Wait To See Who Graduates”. Rob Ervin, Mike Hill, Kyle McCarty, Ernie Pari-seau, and Shawna Rippeth supplied several sensational performances throughout the show. The wills were read and special senior abilities were willed to deserving underclassmen. The class prophecy was given and “The Thirteen Days of my Senior Year” was humorously presented. Tom Johnson, Junior class president closed the program by expressing the memories and bittersweet feelings as the seniors leave Well-ston High School. STORY BY HOLLY SNEOECOR CLASS DAY 125 THANK YOU, ADVERTISERS! WITHOUT YOUR SUPPORT, THIS YEARBOOK WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE! ADVERTISEMENTS 127 LORENE G. JOHNSTON ATTORNEY AT LAW 116 East Second St. Wellston, Ohio 384-5653 384-6647 614-384-5674 THE FLOWER BASKET “Something Special For That Someone Special 122 S. Penn. Ave. Weddings A Specialty Wellston, OH 45692 (Zal uj PHILADELPHIA - GALAXY - MILLIKEN 420 Main Street Jackson, Ohio GOOD EAR 1020 East Main — Jackson, OH ADVERTISEMENTS 129 TOM LOCKARD INSURANCE REAL ESTATE Automobilg.Muiual Insurance Co 384-2020 Claim SERVICE 384 6678. IF NO ANSWER • 384 3520 384 2919 1 S OHIO AV . 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