West High School - Chieftain Yearbook (Torrance, CA)

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Homecoming Tradition Keeps With the Times 1974 ' s Homecoming was traditional in every sence of the word, with the surprising exception of a Homecoming King. Senior Class President Alex Gaitan decided that in order to modernize the event, crowning a king along with a queen, would be more in keeping with today ' s values. The idea received initial criticism, but in the end most everyone liked the idea. The crowning took place during halftime at the West vs. Santa Monica game. The traditional parade of MG ' s was led by last year ' s Queen Judy Smith. The five finalists were escorted by their fathers down a red carpet to the 50 yard line, where they stood nervously in front of an expectant crowd. To increase the suspense, the finalists were announced in reversed order. The King was to be announced during the dance after the game. Sandy Robbins, majorette, was selected as queen by the senior class. The finalists were selected by upper class members. The theme for the Homecoming dance was Under the Harvest Moon . Decorations included a scarecrow, harvest stocks, pumpkins, and stars everywhere. Heading the Decorations Committee was Kathy McAtee. Steve Codey, varsity center, was crowned West ' s first Homecoming King. Entertainment was provided by Free- hand who served up a variety of music, from soft rock to golden oldies . The gym appeared full, but the previous grads did not make up a significant Top Left: Homecoming Court top row: Andrea Amavisca, Kathy Tiberio, Sandy Robbins, PaUy Kaufman, Shelly Dudikoff, bottom: Steve Zak, Gus Magles, Steve Codey, Tim Di Biase, Ron Schloderer. Top Right: Scott Carter and Sandy Robbins, Middle Left: A member of the band Freehand Middle: Couples enjoy refreshments served by Hostess Service Club. Middle Right: Patty Kaufman and Dave Crespin. Bottom Left: Everyone enjoys the band. Bottom Right: Home- coming Princesses, Andrea Amivisca, Kathy Tiberio, Sandy Robbins, Shelly Dudi- koff, Patty Kaufman. 24 Homecoming

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Jeff Linsky Displays Rare Guitar Artistry Professional guitarist Jeff Linsky, a gradu- ate of West, class of ' 69, returned in October for an optional assembly. Judging from the audience ' s enthusiastic reception, one can only conclude that his performance was highly successful. Linsky demonstrated the many different styles played on the guitar, giving a relaxing flow of Flamingo, Classical, Jazz, Contemporary, and a few pieces of his own to the anxious audience. Towards the end of the program, Linsky invited well-renowned guitarist and personal friend. Gene Leis, to accompany himself on stage. Leis played many Jazz songs, which were very popular when he was in high school. Students found this optional assembly both entertaining and worthwhile. Top Left: Special lighting adds more enjoyment to the performance. Top Right; Jeff Linsky performs one of his originals, Winter Suite . Bottom Left: Linsky con- verses with Gene Leis. Jeff Linskv 23

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