Wilburton High School - Diggers Yearbook (Wilburton, OK)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1970 volume:

CONVERSION DIGGER 1970 DIGGER CONVERSION Nine months of frenzied, fast paced, maddening activity began August 14, when old and new students came to walk the halls of Wilburton High School for the first time since activity ceased for the 1968-69 school year. Hustle and bustle of enrollment found students straining to enroll in subjects they preferred and completely abandon instructors handling less enjoyable classes. August 14, however, was nothing compared to the rush of students up and down, in and out, meeting, talking, banging lockers, learn- ing; August 18, the first day of school. Wilburton High School Student Council members started the year with a big Howdy” to every new student, instructor, and green Freshman entering this strange new environment. Hello, each morning tended to make students and instructors feel at ease with veterans of WHS. Study and education, the primary purpose of WHS, became the main concern of students and instructors as fall semester came to a close and spring semester began after the Christmas holidays; heralding exams for students’ permanent records. Events and activities, student participation in district and state contests provided a distinguished record for Wilburton High. Whether the band on the field or in the concert hall, the football, basketball, baseball, track teams, or individuals excelling in the sciences and other fields of education; the year 1970 was one of great achievement for attendants of Wilburton High School. 1970 digger conversion Wilburton Public Schools Wilburton, Oklahoma Volume 24 3 19 OKLA 70 MA 5810b TAX 4 •THIS O o ATOMIC IWORLD 6 THE CONVERSION staff EDITOR-IN-CHIEF david brown COPY EDITORS paula giacomo valerie mings FEATURES EDITOR mosella Sheffield ADVERTISING EDITOR roger fite SECRETARY kathy williams The “Conversion” Is a Totally New Development The 1970 Digger Conversion is a totally new development! New in style, new in ideas, and new in its coverage of student issues and activities. An onrush of new ideas forces a break from tradition, not conformity, but a separation that keeps individuals in step with the times. Conversion is revolutionized thought, conversion is resolution, conversion is.variation, conversion is change; and without change, are we individuals? 8 INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL GAMES gave each class a chance to “whop’em up side the head. ADMINISTRATION Administrators, often seen. Make rules To fuel the school Machine Gear and cog the faculty Makes Administration forms the Brakes A slip of timing can't be Traced Sometimes, just a change of Pace . . . ADMINISTRATION, ADMINISTRATION, ADMINISTRATION ADA II EFFICIENT, FINANCIAL FUNCTIONS of the Wilburton Public School system are directed by the Wilburton Public Schools Board of Education. In conjunction with Superintendent P. J. Smith, Edgar Lowder, member; W. wilburton public schools, board F. Abernathy, vice-president; Ada Blackwood, clerk; Hughie Boyd, president; and Gertrude Shero, member; up-date policies. of education Administration Establishes Policies to Meet Old, New Problems An old problem, but a new one to Wilburton High School arose this year; a problem of too many students and not enough space. Overcrowded conditions became quite severe as the year pro- gressed. Classroom facilities became strained to the breaking point as did hallways at WHS. These events were foreseen by the Wilburton Public Schools Board of Education; so planning for a new high school began in 1968 to be ready for occupation spring se- mester of 1971. The building located on a fourteen-acre site west of Wilburton will consist of fifteen classrooms including modern music departments, and the latest facilities for general and advanced sciences. Future additions of eight classrooms, a cafeteria, auditorium, gymnasium, swimming pool, tennis courts and an all sports stadium will be completed in a future building program. In his ninth year as Superintendent of the Wilburton Public School system, P. . Smith worked closely with the Board of Education in preparation for the re-evaluation by the North Central Asso- ciation. The resulting report from the committee recommended future changes in program studies and equipment. P. J. Smith, making use of the latest financial record-keeping methods, chan- neled all records through a Tulsa data processing company. High school principal, Seldon Taylor, labored throughout the year in coordinating students, records, and activities. Attend- ance and individual permanent record sheets of each student in grades nine through twelve were prepared and supervised in Prin- cipal Taylor's office. Sam Taylor, junior high school administrator, super vised the functions of grades seven and eight. Activities such as class meerings, elections, grades, attendance, and discipline fell un- der the surveillance of Principal Taylor. Administrative duties also extended to the direction of evening Adult Education courses. Elementary grades, one through six, were organized by Principal Benny Keck. In his second year in the Wilburton Public School system, his departmental plans call for specialized instructions for elementary students and an extensive Physical Education pro- gram which includes sports and simple gymnastics for both boys and girls. ENJOYING GOOD FOOD in a pleasant atmosphere, P. J, Smith takes time to relax. During the noon lunch break, he often discusses the morning’s events with members of the faculty. p. j. smith, superintendent of schools STUDENT, FACULTY PROBLEMS are discussed frequently with P. J. Smith. A THOUGHTFUL MOMENT finds P, J. Smith, Superintendent of Schools, in meditation over the responsibilities assigned him AN INTEGRAL PART of school functions is by the Board of Education of Wilburton Public Schools. Secretary Suellen Young. 14 INTENT CONCENTRA- TION PORTRAYS Wilbur- ton High School's principal at work. The start of the day finds Sheldon Taylor in his office organizing die day's schedule, white stu- dents file in and out for pink slips, admits, and counseling sessions. From first to sixth period, Tay- lor checks student attend- ance, records, and activ- ities. SECRETARY CAROLYN UNDERWOOD is constant- ly kept busy by figuring lunch report totals, keep- ing books, and typing re- ports forPrincipal Taylor. sam taylor, junior high school principal A DISGUSTED LOOK hides the ex- citement of a possible victoiy as Sam T aylor stands on the sidelines at a football game. Aside from being the junior high administra- tor, Taylor is also a member of the WHS coaching staff. ACQUAINTING A STUDENT with the rules and regula- tions of junior high school is one of the duties of Sam Taylor, junior high principal; administrator of grades seven and eight. Keeping records of each stu- dent; Sam Taylor, junior high principal, is aaily occupied by keeping track of student attend- ance. Each semester Sam Taylor records student grades to form a basis for junior high Valedictorian and Salutatorian. A MISPLACED KEY, a student with a problem, and principal Sam Taylor to the rescue. Christa Murphy, during a break between morn- ing classes, comes to the office for assistance in opening her locker. Students with padlocks on their lockers must keep an extra key in the junior high school office in case such emergencies should arise. To Sam Taylor, however, this is all in the day's work of an administrator. 16 Coping with common and crucial problems, Ben Keck smoothes the daily flow of action through the elementary office. Record keeping vital to supervision is a daily job often interrupted for disciplinary action or new student ori- entation. Play pe- riod involves youngsters and adults when stu- dents break from rote learning to become entangled in monkey bars and m id - morning snacks. Flexible benny keck, elementary principal scheduling permits a comprehensive block of physical education channeled through gymnastics instructed by Keck. A pro- gram of studies based on the special nature and needs of the early years en- courages grouping o f students and referral of some to specialists for reading and speech therapy instruc- tion. 17 d INSTRUCTIONS 18 Begin the year with the same Routine Beg students to be heard Not just seen Try to educate skeptical masses Don't be late for p. m. classes Float fifth hour Test to be given Assign homework, check papers With a natural rhythm INSTRUCTIONS, INSTRUCTIONS, INSTRUCTIONS, INSTRUCTION AN OLD FRIEND to any English instructor, the grammar book, is utilized in a discussion of gerunds by high school English instructor, Laurita Quaid. english Language Arts instructors stress a balanced agenda of grammar and literary works, aiming toward a final goal of advanced writing skills. Study con- sists of research techniques and follow through with research reports, stressing form and display as well as content. Communica- tion e q u i p s graduates for higher education programs. POINTING OUT HUMOR in the works of William Shakespeare, Dixie Adams guides Freshmen through page after page of plays and literary epics. QUIPS, QUOTES, ANECDOTES; all part of the bulle- tin board in Eng- lish room 5. Stu- dents freely dis- play anything which catches the eye . Car- toons and articles showing teen interests and hangups are especially popu- lar. V4 NITA PEARL FRENCH readies a recording of poems to be played to her junior high Eng- lish class. Style and form are dis- cussed exhaus- tively in grades seven and eight. Haiku is always a favorite, for student e x p r e s- sion. 20 PREPARATION FOR OFF ICE training and shorthand class finds business instructor, Fqy Ledbetter, mak- ing use of one of IBM's latest innova- tions. Pre-prepared assignments allow stu- dents to progress at their own pace effi- ciently. business A NEW ADDITION to the business administration department; a silent, high-speed calculator, is explained in detail by department head, Alma Taylor. The business division plays an important role in training tomorrow’s business professionals. Business Administration Department includes General Business, Ac- counting, and Econom- ics while Secretarial Training introduces Shorthand, Typewriting and Office Education, Both departments offer students courses for per- sonal, college prepara- tory, and vocational use. 21 Instructors find that textbook material furnishes the basic facts needed in the classroom, but ex- perimentation in an actual laboratory atmo- sphere tends to give students a keener insight to- ward problems. Growing plants, bacteria cultures, distinct chem- ical odors, and individual projects comprise curriculum for General Science, Biology, Phy- sics, and Chemistry courses. science 22 INSTRUCTOR IN CHEMIS- TRY, Lionel Young, super- vises the work and exper- imentation of students en- rolled in first year chemis- try. Written reports are plan- ned in detail before actual experimentation begins. Exact measure, and careful planning assures successful results in finding solutions. DELVING FOR IDENTIFICA- TION of plants such as fern and moss is one phase of direction in the high school biology department. In- quiry, regarding a plant’s classification finds in- structor, Nancy Taylor, needing a close-up view. Microscopes also aid in studying varieties of local flora. DISTILLING SALT WATER to pure, drinkable water is a process explained and conducted in Leslie Russell’s junior high science course. Such experiments illustrate and clarify textbook material to students. With the help of modern equipment, math students are able to comprehend the complex theories and rules of mathematics. As students advance from jun- ior high to high school, they may enroll in courses involvi ng higher forms of math such as Algebra I, II, Geometry, and Trigonometry. For students interested in math as a career, high school courses form a firm foundation for future training in college. MODERN MATH COURSES are simplified by the use of visual aids. Junior high mathematics instructor, Charlene Corvin, finds that the base two number system is explained easily with use of a binary counter. mmm mathematics REVIEWING YESTER- DAY'S ASSIGNMENT; Joe Bob Green, in- structor of mathemat- ics, aids junior high students in understand- ing equations having numerous variables. General math courses in junior high school FUNCTIONS, QUADRATIC FORMULA, graphs, and linear equations; all part of the format for Donald Dustman's high school Algebra II class. Throughout the day. Dustman also instructs classes m geometry, trigonometry, and Algebra I. prepare students for principals, axioms, and concepts of advanced courses which they will encounter in high school. 23 music TRAINING BEGINS EARLY for students wishing to become members of the Wil- burton High School Band. Dee Hood, in- strumental music di- rector, counts a diffi- cult measure for two sixth grade trombone players. 24 VOCAL MUSIC INSTRUCTOR, Donnabelle Muncy, drills her girls’ chorus in the funda- mentals of music theory; preparing for dis- trict contest which warrants much hard work from both students and teacher. Preparation for competition on the field and inside the concert hall, public per- formances, and festivals; all add incentive to daily practice sessions of students in instrumental music. Accepting responsi- bility, these students combine their talents to form the Wilburton High School Band; winner of awards for outstanding per- formances. Students of vocal music learn the basic theories and forms of music through class- room lectures and demonstrations. During daily sessions, music students cover a wide variety of music styles ranging from classical compositions to tunes from pop- ular broadway musicals. Vocal music students also participate in spring contests, clinics, and festivals. Broad preparation for life in a democratic society provides a continuation of the 3Rs in the Social Science Division consisting of World, American, and Oklahoma History, Instructors stress communication skills de- velopment coupled with appreciation of heritage as basic study of principles governing human behavior. A program of films provides escape from texts, a chance to evaluate current world turmoil, and discuss solutions. TODAY’S NEWS GIVES Jerry Linney topics of discussion. In American History, students weigh the pros and cons of national current events. REVIEWING WORLD HISTORY; Clyde Woold- ridge, instructor, emphasizes major issues in early conflicts among European and Asiatic countries. social studies PLANNING A PROGRAM to suit the student’s needs, Clyde Wooldridge, Sam Taylor, and Jerry Linney work to- gether as instructors of physical education for grades seven through twelve. physical education DEVELOPMENT OF PLAYER’S abilities and spirit is shaped in phys- ical education classes, Benny Keck also di- rects courses in gym- nastics. Total physical training in- volves development of mus- cles, coordination, and personality. Physical edu- cation instructors outline programs of indoor and out- door activities for elemen- tary through high school in- volvement. Football, bas- ketball, baseball, and track results indicate the physical and mental disci- pline acquired through out- door and indoor programs which aid in forming neal- thy competitive attitudes. UP AND OVER and you’re clear! Grade school students learn the art of tumbling during physical education classes instructed by Coach Benny Keck. vocational Farm, ranch management in- volving record keeping, eco- nomics of the beef and pork industry, and care and feeding of animals is provided in Vo- cational Agriculture instruc- tion. In field training, parti- cipants acquire abilities in evaluating programs as indivi- duals. Industrial Arts instructions pro- ject a broad knowledge of ma- terials, tools, and experience; enabling students to plan and complete simple articles; chests, tables, and boats for the more advanced students. Family, home management ro- tates about efficient budgeting. A six-year Home Economics course starting in junior high school enables graduates to skillfully manage future home and family. instructions INSTRUCTOR, JOHN SOKOLOSKY, lectures to future farmers on the importance of beef to the national econo- my in 1970. Pointing out price rise ratio comparisons, he shows a profit increase for ranchers and farmers. INCLUDING GROUP PARTICIPATION into the schedule of the fifth hour class; Ronald Adams, Industrial Arts instructor, supervises the operation of a large power saw. Individual projects are encouraged for advanced high school students. WORRIED EXPRESSION FORM on the faces of both pupil and teacher; as high school economist. Jay Selby, triesto assure Debbie Cole her material can be salvaged. How- ever, material cut small is trouble. COLORS AND FABRICS should compliment an individual's taste and personality: explains Grace Moore, home economist. Her junior high school students wait eagerly for a chance tosee whichhue accents their individuality best. 27 library science I BELIEVE BOOKS on that subject are under Myths,” explains Margaret Westover, instructor in library science. The past two years have seen a thorough reorganization and modernization of the WHS library complex under Margaret Westover. foreign language CONJUGATING A VERB in English is hard, but a Spanish verb is doubly so. A moment of pause and concentration finds instructor Jean Jeffrey aiding Spanish I stu- dents in forming var- iations of the verbhab- lar, to speak.” Atmo- sphere is maintained by speaking only in Span- ish. speech therapy HELPING STUDENTS PRONOUNCE words correctly and clearly, and asso- ciate each word with an object on a picture card; Nancy Denny, Speech Therapist spends hours daily aiding students and furnishing services to residents in the Wilburton community with speech problems. 28 COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE under Tommye Elliott functions as a center for testing, and evaluating student aptitudes. Ac- tivities such as Career Day per- mit students to preview colleges and other scholastic representa- tives, while preference tests pro- vide a foundation on which to base future plans. guidance counseling The methods of imparting knowledge have a variety all their ow n. Tech- niques vary from class to class, but the most lasting impression a student re- ceives is through the teachers who in- struct him. Their fascination with a subject, their absorption in their work becomes faculty interest flowing steadily with student involvement. 29 Lockers bang, starting the Break The intercom roars and students Awake Dances, banquets, bonfires, and Such Healthy appetites racing to Lunch Football, basketball, high school Fever Our band has spirit like a True believer FEATURES, FEATURES, FEATURES, FEATURES, FEATURES, 31 70 Council Members Introduced WHS “Spirit Stick Combining leadership abilities. Student Council officers Libby Wright, president; Jim King, vice- president; Kathy Grego, secretary; and Glenda Fra- zier, reporter; discuss ideas to be brought before Council members. Student Council initiates programs to encourage stu- dent participation in activities. During Howdy Week, the Council welcomed everyone to WHS. Spirit Stick contest gave classes a chance to show fignting spirit. Sponsoring the Coronation Parade, Student Council awarded fifteen dollars to the winner of the float competition. November found members organizing a Youth Council; discussion groups headed by adults in the community. A Digger plaque, do- nated by the Council, accented the newly remodeled gym. Intramurals and the Heart Fund Drive found stu- dents competing for a thousand points toward the Spirit Cup, awarded annually to the class accum- ulating the most spirit points. Council members sponsored the first all-scnool production of'Kaleido- scope,” centered around the theme, Under the Big Top. Kaleidoscope Phantasmagoria COUNCIL PRESIDENT'S GAVEL; a symbol of authority. “SPIRIT STICK” REPRESENTING student enthusiasm. 32 Hours of Study Net Students High Scholastic Ratings on Principal’s, Superintendent’s Honor Roll Scholastic achievement students know the meaning of long hours of study, extensive library research, and inevitable term papers. Communication between student and teacher is the basis for learning and honor students formulated written records from notes taken hastily during lecture classes. After hours practice involved honor students enrolled in skill subjects as requirements constantly increase. Off campus research found students searching libraries and interviewing carefully chosen individuals to complete research reports on schedule. Seventy-four students maintained rigid grade requirements for honor roll placement; sixty-four on the Principal’s with a B-requirement and ten top scholars maintaining an A - average for the Superintendent’s list. Top ten scholastic students are Brenda Enis, Bill Standefer, Gwen Wilkett, David Brown, Libby Wright, Kay Standefer, Joyce McClain, Rita Sivic, Keith Smith, and Roger Johnston. Top Ten Per Cent of WHS; State Honor Society Members 33 Speech Students Enter Ada’s, East Central’s District Contest The Speech Department of WHS, under the direction of Jean Jeffrey, presented plays and performances throughout the year. Combining with the Vocal Music Department, Speech students presented the annual Candlelighting service in December. Early Spring found students preparing material to be entered in aistrict contests at Eastern Oklahoma State College and East Central State College. Twelve students traveled to Ada to compete in Humorous and Dramatic Interpretation, Extem- poraneous Speaking, Poetry, Original and Standard Oratory, and Dramatic and Humorous Duet Acts. Karen Baker, Speech I stu- dent, placed first in the final judging of Dramatic Interpreta- tions and qualified for Regional Contest in April. The de- partment concluded the year by presenting the play Up the Down Staircase, a two-act performance by nrstyear students. Dress rehearsals and the fantasy of makeup project performers and audience into character interpretation. Onstage practice plunges actors into a world of lights, cues, and critical appraisal. SPEECH I STUDENTS prepare a duet act ON-STAGE REHEARSALS give students enrolled in Speech II a from “Everybody Loves Opal.” broader knowledge of acting techniques. 34 A MAJOR TRIP this year for the mixed en- semble wasone to Durant for District Vocal Music Contest. The vocal music ensemble consists of K athy Grego, Kathy Tavlor, Becky Rabon, Libby Wright, Becky Cnarles, David Thomas, David Smith, SmittyLorey, Mike Carmany, and Steve Turner. Glee Clubs, Music Ensembles Sing for School, Community USING .THEIR TALENTS to represent Wilburton High School, the members of the Girls' Glee Club work on Christmas music for Candelighting. Students Sing Broadway Hits GIRLS' TRIO MEMBERS representing Wilburton High School during Vocal Music contests and a variety of other programs are Glenda Frazier, Kathy Taylor, and Brenaa Enis. BOYS' GLEE CLUB, under the direction of Donna- belle Muncy, joined together with the Girls' Glee Club for several performances throughout the year. SEXTET MEMBERS ARE: J. Hamilton, B. Sutton, L. Wright, J. Bettes, and K. Grego. Clinics Annually Exhibit Latest Cooking, Sewing Techniques Future Homemakers of America is an organization to stimu- late an interest in homemaking. Advised by Jay Selby, the club meets once a month and makes plans for activities. Among the functions and achievements of the club is participation in the State FHA Conference in Oklahoma City. Secretary P. Guazdausky; Student Council Representative J. Bell; Vice-president J. Harley; President G. Wilkett; and Reporter B. Womack organized 1969-70 Chapter activi- ties. Instructor Jay Selby Furnishes Magazines’ Latest Teen Fads, Fashions 36 At a monthly meeting, seventy FHA girls selected from numerous candidates a Beau with qual- ifications to represent the 69-70 Chapter. Ted, a senior, through- out his twelve years at WHS has had an .avid interest in athletics. Four years in Football, one in Track, three in Lettermen Club; still managing to maintain a B average and graduate on the Principal's Honor Roll. 1970 Future Farmers of America Chapter of Wilburton High School under the direction of John Sokolosky, engages in studies of farm and ranch management. Farm, Ranch Management; Study of Vocational Agriculture Latimer County Livestock Show awards include Randy Stevens, Grand Champion polled heifer; Paul Hood, Junior polled hereford heifer; Ted Evicks, Grand Champion angus bull; Tom Pate, Champion angus bull; and George Pate, Grand Champion Junior angus bull. FFA officers plan activities and conduct regular meet- ings. Officers for 1969-70 are: Vice-president Randy Stevens, Alternate officer Billy Slater, President Ted Evicks, Secretary David Math tews. Alternate officer Bobby Peace, and Reporter Dean Caldwell. Paul Hood earned the Top Livestock Show- manship award while Bob Peace captured the Grand Champion barrow prize. Animal feeding and show preparation required care- ful planning and recordkeeping for months before scheduled shows. 38 phyllis guazdausky Beauty captured by the click of a camera was the basis for selecting Phyllis Gauzdausky as 1969-70 FFA Sweetheart. Phyllis, an honor include Pep Club, of which she holds the office of vice- president; FHA, and Senior Class secretary. 39 Fine Direction Develops an Award Winning Band The buzzer sounds, it's half-time! A whistle blows and onto the field march the colors of purple and white; The Marching Digger Band. Prep- aration of half-time shows for en- tertainment and competition takes hours of hard work for both bands- men and Director, Dee Hood. Un- der his five years of direction at WHS the band has compiled a long record of marching, concert honors. Superior in field, parade marching was taken by marchers at the Tri- State Music Festival. Regional Marching judges gave the same rating while theYuletide Season founa bandsmen winning three pa- rades for outstanding showmanship. Aiding Dee Hood with leadership and organization, David Brown con- cludes his first year as Drum Major. KEEPING MEMBERS ORGANIZED is the job of the WHS Band officers. Elected by band members, these students also as- sist Director Dee Hood by planning fund raising projects. The officersfor 1969-70 are Kathy Grego, president; Brenda Aus- tin, vice-president; Nita Bloxham and Paula Giacomo, sec- retaries; Jeannine Bell, Reporter; and Donita Brown, student council representative. Majorettes Rank Top at State Fair; Add Sparkle to Holiday Parades DRESSED AS PACKAGES to their favorite guys, WHS Majorettes Kathy Taylor, Becky Charles, Janice Kay, Kim Mickle, Brenda A ustin, and Gayle Davis prepare for Christmas parades by prac- ticing with band members during the holiday season. BAND KING ronnie cole An ear for music describes band royalty, Ronnie Cole. A member of four years, Ronnie has ex- panded his responsibilities of playing trumpet and baritone during marching and concert seasons, to include representing Sophomore musicians in the WHS Band Council. At home, picking a guitar and listening to “hard rock” furnishes a getaway. 42 BAND QUEEN kathy taylor A ready hello, and a sparkling personality; qualities attributed to Kathy Taylor, reigning Band Queen. Active in band for six years, Kathy plays flute and piano. As a majorette, she has spent hours creating twirling routines for parades and half-time shows, Kathy high- lights her last year at WHS as assistant drum major to the Digger Band. 43 Diggers in Action . . First Down . . . Tensions Mount . . . Handoff . . . Picking Up Yardage . . . Touchdown! WILBURTON HIGH SCHOOL football team knew the thrill of vic- tory and the agony of defeat during the 1969 football season. The team under the coach- ing instruction of Jerry Linney assisted by Sam T aylor and Clyde Wooldridge won 3 games and lost 7. The Diggers facing several opponents during the season, did not have the size or swiftness of their foes; also, the team was riddled with accidents. 44 Coalgate Stigler Weleetka Hartshorne Atoka Eufaula Heavener Quinton Antlers % OPENING THEIR 1969 gridiron season a t Wessinger Field, the WHS Diggers clashed with the Coalgate Wildcats. The Wild- cats struck early in the first two quarters to take an early lead of 12-0. Playing a strong defensive line the Diggers held the Wildcats in the re- maining quarters. WILBURTON HIGH SCHOOL Diggers upset the Hartshorne Miners in Black Diamond Conference play at Wessinger Field this season with a score of 27-16. The Miners fumbled twice in the last four minutes of the game; the Diggers recovered the ball both times. Quarterback, Keith Smith, rallied a comeback for the Diggers and scored two touchdowns while making tnree out of four conversion kicks. Fullback, Rodger Fassio, crashed in for two more WHS scores. Glitter from a crown adds sparkle and charm to Libby Wright, 1969 Homecoming Queen. Because of her beauty, grace, and poise; she was chosen to reign over the homecoming fes- tivities by the WHS football team. libby wright Homecoming '69 was highlighted by the coro- nation of Football Queen, Libby Wright during the half-time ceremonies at the Wil- burton-Eufaula game. Based on outstanding qualities she may possess, the queen is chosen each year by members of the football team. Libby, a senior, is president of both Pep Club and Student Council and is active in FHA, vocal music, and speech. As sunny and bright as the day, Queen Libby Wright is shown in procession with flower girl, Lu Ann Linney; and crown bearer, Michael Keck. A funny story, or a once forgotten stunt is remembered; then, laughter clearly expresses the personality of Libby Wright. Libby often takes time during a busy day at WilburtonHigh School to meet with friends and discuss up- coming events such as dances and banquets. Later as snow falls, a day usually spent indoors becomes a new experience as Libby goes outside with anticipation of a snowball fight. 47 FOOTBALL QUEEN SENIOR PRINCESS 48 brenda austin Her Majesty’s Court SOPHOMORE PRINCESS donita brown 49 “37” Actively Support WHS Athletes During High School Games AN IMPORTANT DECISION brought forth by the president was unanimously voted in, by pep club members. Club Members Purple and white decorations adorned the Spring Sports Banquet in the form of hanging balloons shaped as basketballs and baseballs accented by suspended track shoes. Table centerpieces were composed of paper mache sports equipment and figurines alternating with tapered candles. Pep Club members honored all athletes and adults who sup- ported WHS Spring sports activities. FIVE ACTIVE BUNDLES of leaps, yells, and routines keep WHS spirit at a high level. '70 Cheerleaders are Donita Brown, Beth Sutton, head Cheerleader Libby Wright, Debbie Wooldridge, and Jeaninne Bell. Host Spring Banquet PEP CLUB EXECUTIVES showed lead- ership abilities by organizing ban- quets, bake sales, bon-fires, and pep rallies. Officers are Mascot C. Walton, S. C. Representative P. Giacomo, Reporter D. Roundtree, Secretary G. Frazier, President L. Wright, and V. President P. Guazdausky. PEP CLUB BEAU mike humphries As a result of good character and an easy manner, Mike Humphries was selected to represent the Wilburton High School Pep Club as beau for the year 1969-70. Mike was chosen from the senior members of the Wilburton High School football team at the conclusion of football season. A member of the band, Mike plays baritone and french horn. Two years at WHS finds Mike graduating on the 51 principal’s honor roll. Swiping a Rebound . . . Scrambling . . . Go for a Lay-Up . . . Basket, Two Points! UNDER THE DIRECTION of Coach Sam Taylor, the WHS Cagers had an impressive season with a re- cord of eleven wins to twelve losses. The team made their an- nual trip to Miami, Oklahoma to attend the Miami tournament held in January. In their first encounter, the girls played Grove. The re- sult of a fast pace-setting game was a score of 36-25; Diggers favor. The day of the semi- final action, our girls met their match. As the WHS boys’ team looked on, the girls were defeated 38-50. 52 Chosen to represent the Wilburton High School girls bsketball team as 1969-70 beau; Monroe Shaw, a senior, leaves eleven years of preparation at Wilburton High School. Active in athletics, Monroe is a member of the basketball team, Lettermen Club, and a participant in track events. BASKETBALL BEAU monroe show Fourth Quarter . . . 60 Seconds . . . Fast Break . . . Down the Floor . . . WHS by Two! DESPITE A SEASON of loss, 19-3 record, the WHSCa- gers under the direction of Coach Clyde Wooldridge, gained experience in de- fensive and offensive ac- tion, The Diggers began their season on Hartshorne1 s court with an old foe, the Miners, winning by a slim margin of 60-59. The WHS team lost elevenstraight games before another win over the Stigler Panthers in which the Diggers, after several rebounds and a strong defense, left the Panthers powerless w ith a score of 58-53. Eight more consecutive losses marred the teams record before the Diggers closed the 1969-70 season by down- ing the Miners again, 50- Jarthshorne .allisaw OPPONENT Heavener Heavener Whitesboro Eufaula Whitesboro Colcord Talihina Stigler Talihina S allisaw Roland Eufaula Clayton Heavener Clayton HarS c 54 WILBURTON HIGH SCHOOL Cagers entered in the Eastern Oklahoma State I nv i tation al Boys' High School Tourna- ment. As a frenzied crowd watched, the Diggers played Clayton in the first round of the Class A bracket. Clay- ton swamped WHS by 35 points. SPIRIT WAS HIGH, the Dig- gers had prac- ticed all week in preparation to face Heave- ner in the WHS 1970 Home- coming game. At the half, it appeared that the WHS team would upset the Wolves, but in the last quarter, a hard team drive past the WHS Cagers up- set the Diggers, 40-34. I 55 BASKETBALL QUEEN GWEN W1LKETT KNOWS education is important to her future. 56 IT'S HALF-TIME! Scores are forgotten as the cheer- leaders and basketball team form a pathway for the Queen and her court. gwen wilkett Fourteen members of the boys’ basketball team couldn’t go wrong when they unanimous- ly selected Gwen Wilkett as Queen for 1970. Gwen, a senior, has played basketball for four years; three as a main string “forward.” Off court, she participates as a leader in Girls’ Lettermen Club rounding out a three year membership. Seventy FHA members look to Gwen for leadership as their president. Although kept busy by these activities, Gwen graduates on the Superintendent’s Honor Roll. A ray of sunlight, a crisp day in March, a rustic setting; ingredients which combine to form background that high- lights the charm, beauty, poise, and personality of Gwen Wilkett, 1970 Basketball Queen. Snap, and the camera captures the brilliancy of the moment forever. THE AWAITED MOMENT arrives as Queen Gwen Wil- kett moves onto the floor escorted by basketball team captain, Keith Smith. A CROWNING ACHIEVE- MENT highlighted by the tension and general excite- ment is reflected in the expression of each individ- ual. SENIOR PRINCESS deborah roundtree SOPHOMORE PRINCESS debbie wooldridge © P 3 59 rita sivic Intelligence and congeniality, together with the traditional attributes of charm and grace, describe the qualities of Rita Sivic, 1970 Digger Conversion Queen. As an achiever, academ- ically and socially, Rita maintains an A average while par- ticipating in extra-curricular activities. 60 YEARBOOK QUEEN Senior Rita Sivic served her class as 1970 reporter. Giving up a 70 Conversion Royalty, Charisma past year’s membership in Pep Club, Rita’s interest turned to cooking and sewing skills and a four-year membership in Future 61 Homemakers of America. YEARBOOK KING rodger fassio Rodger, a senior at Wilburton High School, was selected by the 1970 graduating class to represent them as their candidate in the Conversion” royalty contest. A congenial personality, straight-forward answers to every question, superior athletic abilities, and over-all popularity gained Rodger additional coverage as the '70 Yearbook King. 62 Outstanding in athletics, Rodger for- mulated the foundation of the Digger defense during football season; while leading the baseball team with a batting average of 3. 70, Rodger knows that weight lifting develops muscles needed for hard blocks in football, and keeps 63 athletes in top shape. First Player to Bat . . . Pitcher Winds Up . . . Swinging the Wood . . . A Slide Home . . . Umpire Cries Safe . . . Homerun! New uniforms and players added dash to an inexperienced 1969 squad. Diggers finish- ed in the cellar with a record of 2- 6. Coach Sam Taylor's squad had a shortage of ex- perience ana a loose defense. Fassi o led with a 3.70 batting average; S m i t h with a 3.70; Bell scored 3.33 as a fielder and Logan pitched. 64 ELEMENTARY YEARBOOK KING A shy quick smile accented by dark, sparkling eyes portrays Conversion royalty, Stephen Means. An active member in his third grade class, Stephen finds time after school to enjoy outdoor life with the local Cub Scouts, and care for his pet gerbils. Stephen means 66 ELEMENTARY YEARBOOK QUEEN pamela mote A combination of freckles and pixie, added to a mixture of nine year old charm and tomboyishness results in a spirited third grade queen. Pam, quiet and shy, excels in scholastics while enjoy- ing athletics resulting from two sports minded sisters. 67 As the Gun Sounds Runners Set . . . Forging Ahead . 68 .Breaking the Tape! Slowed by only two returning lettermen, Wilburton High School Oval Team struggled in the 1969 season. In Black Diamond Conference at Eastern Oklahoma State College, Rodney Price high jumped to a first place position with Gary Harley placing third in the mile. In Regional events at Wetumka, Price placed third in the high jump compe- tition leading to a fifth- place slot in State Compe- tition. 69 Selected as Outstanding Leaders by the Wilburton High School stu- dent body, because of their skilled ability in the leadership field, not only of their class but of clubs and other activities; were Keith Smith and Libby Wright, both Seniors. Keith is President of his class and Libby is President of the Student Council. Chosen Outstanding athlete by the students of WHS, Rodger Fassio was selected because of his outstanding ability in football and baseball. Outstanding Student is the most important of all awards in the Outstanding Student section. Usu- ally students chosen for this honor are outstanding in several fields and not limited to one. Students chosen for this award were Jim King and Beth Sutton. Jim is pres- ident of the Junior Class and Beth is a Cheerleader. Because of her accom- plishments in the field of girls basketball, Gwen Wilkett was se- lected to have the most outstanding girl athlete title. 70 Chosen most talented boy of WHS, Smitty Lorey, a junior, was selected because of his fine talents in the fields of both vocal and instrumental mu- sic. Scholastic awards were earned by Senior Roger Johnston, sophomore Bill Stanaefer, and sophomore Sue Glenn. This represents much pride and initiative in ones work and self; showing what can be achieved by students regardless of their courses. Hours of study re- ward students with high marks gained in the sciences and fine arts. Most talented girl, Brenda Austin, oe- cause of her rich mezzo-soprano voice and mastery of several instruments, was se- lected in the student election. Characterized by loveliness and a bewitching personality, Phyllis Guazdausky was a favorite among many acquaintances. Rodney Price, withhismagnetic personali- ty and contagious smile, won many hearts. Because of their qualities they were chosen by the Wilburton High School student body to carry the title personality for the 1969-70 year. 71 DIGGER NEWSPAPER STAFF edits a n eight page mimeographed paper bi- monthly; while as a journalism class of fifteen; they report, write, and edit high school and junior high news. News Staff Publishes AS SPORTS EDITOR, Roger Johnston covers varsity and intramural athletic games; while editing all final sports copy for the Digger newspaper. WHS Current Events, News Bi-Monthly IN A SERIES of assignments necessary to pro- duce the eight page paper; co-editors, Brenda Enis and Gwen Wilkett, check final proofs before printing. Journalism students also con- ducted a newspaper exchange program with other Oklahoma schools. 72 Maintenance, Transportation, Meals, Medical Service Provided NURSE MAXINE GO LIGHTLY adminis- ters first aid and medication to students in a new program of school health ser- vices. PHYSICAL PLANT MAINTENANCE is channeled through cus- todians Robert Bloxham, junior high; Emery Wilson, high school; and Pete Zinlj, elementary section. Ed Jarvis super- vises all plant and campus maintenance as well as cafeteria supplies and maintenance. STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SER- VICES for daily round trips and extra- class trips involved bus drivers E. F. Prince, Marion Smith, Oral Pollard, Ed Jarvis, Alfred Harley, and Charles Brown. Drivers keep travel records and supervise bus service, safety, and re- pair. LATEST FOOD PREPARATION equipment assists Cafeteria Manager Velva McCartney in planning and preparing daily and special meals. Eye- catching menus in jumbo size with attractive illustrations, informed cafeteria lines of special foods. Calorie-conscious adults find salads and light desserts especially pleasing. Staff includes Julia Baker, Glema Bloxham, Eastell Glenn, and Margaret Duncan. 73 Freshmen confused but anxious To please. Sophomores are sure with thoughts To convey. Juniors awaiting seniors to • be, as Seniors link dreams Of tomorrow with today ,.. STUDENTS,' STUDENTS, STUDENTS, STUDENTS, Returning Seniors Enjoy Feelings of Achievement, Direction STAUNCH LEADERSHIP ABILITIES gain- ed Keith Smith the Senior Class presi- dency for the 69-70 year at Wilburton High School. ANEW LOOK toward; college, draft, mar- riage and becoming individuals. ASSUMING PRESIDENTIAL CAPACITY, vice-president, David Donoley; finds he must accept two-fold responsibility of his class. SENIOR CLASS SECRETARY, a job which keeps Phyllis Guazduasky on the move, consists of bookkeeping and class corre- spondence. REPORTING NEWS REGULARLY about activities of the Senior Class takes time and effort on the part of reporter, Rita Sivic. ellis evicks 77 SENIOR GIRLS DEMONSTRATE their support for the Digger team by paint- ing victory slogans on store windows. Here, Libby Wright, Beth Sutton, Bev- erly Womack and Kathy Taylor, with the help of Sophomore Donita Brown, do their share of backing our boys. DREAMS TO REALITY, from first to last. Sen- iors, the final product. 78 deborah round tree monroe shaw joye shelton rosemary shockley rita si vie keith gary cathy smith sparks sprague junior class Jim Carla Susan Karen Debbie Lui Brenda John Janet Kins, Little, Taylor, Baker, Allen Appling Austin Bell Bettes President V. President Secretary Reporter Janice Donald Shirley Phillip Claude Dean Gene Betty Mike Bird Blankenship Blankenship Bloxham Brazelton Cladwell Caldwell Capers Carmany Phyllis Belinda Chronister Dennis Donny Larry Lucile Gwen Paula David Elizabeth Dill Durant Emberton Fassio Giacomo Green Grego Larry Elizabeth Joyce Golightly Guy Hamilton Obbie Janice Leon Jackson Kay Kidwell PATIENT JUNIORS CONCLUDE a year of hard work by presenting the an- nual Jr, -Sr, Ban- quet in April. Im- mense effort put forth by class mem - bers helps to make this affair a success. Janet Danny Melba Harley Hector Hodge Randy Smitty Gary Knox Lorey McCabe David Joyce Dean Nancy Judy George McCalib McClain Mills Oliver Parish Pate A1 Judy Lynn Mike Danny Mosella Guy Steve Brenda Pearson Petree Powers Riley Sharp Sheffield Shrum Smelser Smith 30 Mary Tyler Robert Billy Randy Alice Jenell Skimbo Slater Stevens Swboni Tumage Connie Kathy Lucy Wilkett Williams Williams Mark Karen Richard Willmon Wise Wright Linda Diane Wynn Younger sophomore class Pam Sandra Jeannine Theresa Chapman, Evicks Bell, Grego, President V. President Secretary Reporter Jimmy Ellen Bonita Barbra Adams Baker Bettes Boggs Ginger David Donita Judy Pam Janet Doris Nina Booth Brown Brown Bullard Butler Carlin Clark Clark Debra Cole Ronnie Cole David Darneal Betsy Donoley Patrick Duffey Cecil Elaine Danel Paulette Cross Cupp Marion El Us Bobby Evans Peggy Fite Roger Fite Sue Glenn Kathy Gregg Mary Hamby Debra Harber Vicki Hawthorne 81 Tommy LaWanda Greg Hendrix Hodge Hood Bill David Norma Lowder Mathiews Millus David Debbie Ruby Osborne Osborne Pass John Jo Ellen Betty Houston Hudspeth Jackson SCHEDULING OF CLASSES becomes important as sopho- mores begin their second year in high school. With a wide variety of courses, students may choose the subjects which benefits them most. Nadine Lynn Betty Kilpatrick Labor Looper Tom Scott Barry Smith Jan Smith Bill Standefer Donald Tharp David Thomas Debbie Walker Allen Roberts Bill Rains Don Debbie Wartick Walden Roger Jesse Debbie Jim Williams Wilson Wooldridge Wynn freshman class Jolene Gayla Robin Cathy Clifford Alma Bonnie John Sherry Bell, Wagner, Hood, Turner, Aaron Adams Allen Anderson Bates President V. President Secretary Reporter EAGERLY AWAITING RECOGNITION, fresh- men enter high school with hopes and expec- tations of belonging, while seeming to look expectantly towards upperclassmen to set examples which they may follow. Some frustrated, some se- cure, some already participating in activ- ities; while others are still searching for their real selves. Loretta Linda Pamela Blankenship Branson Bryan David Bobby Buffington Carlton Becky Charles Sherry Childers John Cook Connie Cope Janis Corvin Reva Culberson Donnie Dean Ronnie Dean Darrel Dill age Dill Kenneth Dill Bobby Dollins Shelly Duffey Edward Betsy Patricia Rudy Debbie Linda Dunn Enis Evans Frazier Giacoma Gough Cindy Hood Jim Stacia Guy Grego Sharon Harley Ann Hoi lock Paul Hood Mary Jones Tony Little Debbie Logan Helen Looper Tim Pat Humphries Hogan Brenda Roundtree Judy Rouviere Becky Rabon Sally Nation Cheryl Palmieri James Pate Lawrence Tony David Stanley Theresa John Skimbo Slater Smith Smith Smith Sprinkle Monte Darrel Terri McAlester Mills Mote 1 Mike Gary Jana Sharp Shockley Sivic Kay Terry Standefer Stone Darrel Tharp g3 Debbie Thompson Eddie Tubbs Debbie Webb Archie Weston Billy Williams Susie Willmon Ricky Kathy Richard Peter Wilson Wise Womack Zink grade eight KEEPING UPGRADES is essential when eighth graders prepare for spring promotional exercises. This event marks the termination of their jr.-hi. years. Othello Sharon Teena Carla Johnny Lavon Roland, Griffith, Powers, Wooldridge, Sokolosky, Anderson President V. President Secretary Reporter Treasurer Kathy Dale Donna Lyle Betty Patricia Baker Bettes Boggs Brown Broyles Bryan Leland Susie Karla Nancy Jani Barbara Carl Beverly Betty Caldwell Caldwell Carlin Chronister Clark Clawson Cole Cullums Cook Steven Cheryll Gary Judy Bobby Linda Mike Joyce Sheila Cox Criswell Davis Davis Dean Dunn Ellis Evans Fite 84 Vicky Ford Alfreda Harley Ellen Hatcher Ray Hendrix Rick Holkum Johnny Hood Karen Jaimy Humphries Hunter Rose Nelson Dennie Southard Jackie O'Kelly Danny Osborne Tommy Poor Craig Powell Terry Rains Vicki Ramsey Archie Sprinkle Susan Thomas Betty Tubos Rose Tubbs Robyn Wagner Ralph Ratliff Thomas W artick Joey Stevie Sandra Victor Vigril Becky Lisa Frank Joe Welch Williams Wingo Winlock Winlock Womack Wright Wynn Younger grade seven Mark Speer, President Matt Thompson, V. President Peggy Oliver, Secretary Laura Corvin, Treasurer Connie Erwin, Reporter Sandra Greg Charlotte Donna Boddy Booth Butler Butler Kelly Billy David Karen Brenda Oliver Kathy Keith Terry Callison Carlton Cathey Colvard Criswell Criswell Clark Compton Davis Mike Randy Wilma Monte Vickie Billy Edward Danette Alfred Duffey Durant Fergueson Glenn Grady Greenfield Guy Hamby Harley Billy Leslie Patricia Linda Diana Audie Roy Harold Ronnie Henson Hunter Ivey James Jones Kendrick Kendrick McFarland McVey Gary Sherry Larry Terri Rickey Wayne Thurman Jerry Virginia Morgan Morrison Mote Nation Pate Peace Phelps Prock Rouviere Charles Scott Lomas Shaw Tern Smelser Sherry Smith Sandra Smith Diana Tharp Teresa Tiger Marie Rita Underwood Wartick ENTERING A WORLD of confusion and frenzy, seventh graders find that being in junior high is quite a change from the consistent pattern of grade school classes. Karen Mitch Geraldine Williams Willmon Winlock grade six 86 Jim Marie Randy Diane Jay Deborah Floyd Jimmy Gayle Cathy, Lay, Adams Anderson Baker Bloxham Branson Broyles Bullard Instructor Instructor Clifford Steve Cheryl Ann Stephanie Sherri Julie Mike Randy Mary Crossland Crouch Crowder Cuzalina Davis Dollins Duncan Ellis Emberton Loretta Grego Raymond Gearheart Virginia Glenn Ty Gregory Larry Holt Geary Hood Jackie Hood Kenneth Debbie Hamilton Harley Marcus Dennis Paul Enis Sue Ann Enis Eric Fassio Margie Fisher Nita Darrell Jimmy Tennie Frazier Gammons Gammons Gardener Teresa Helmert Donna James Charles Jones Jackey Jones Linda Kirk Keith Kuykendall Ronnie Lay Danny Lightfoot Manthie Little Terry Logan Rickey Manley Bobby Owens Udine Parish Carey Menasco Duane Mills btepnen Moye Frances Nelson Frank Powell Tony Rains Darla Richy Howard Rowland Jody Newsom Carol McClain Mote Mary Teresa Petree Pass Karen Rowland 87 I Frank Scott Casey Taylor Debra Sharp Richard Sharp Joe Thornburg Ellen Tubbs Deborah Shockley Luther Tubbs Jennie Skimbo Mary Tubbs Carolyn Smith James Wilkett Marilyn Smith Nathan Speer Bill Wise Terry Womack Dale Standefer Carol Wynn grade five Jean Joyce Bell, Green, Instructor Instructor Frank Carol Lawerence, Tomlinson, Instructor Instructor Glenn Austin Jeff Auterbum Wanda Baxter Sustjji Clinton Bettes Blankenship Wanda Blankenship Cindy Boggs Cynthia Boggs Debbie Bootes Cindy Branson Kelly Browne Fred Butler Sheryl Mickey Callison Colvard Iriw Timothy Criswell Beth Linda Davis Doyle Donoley Claud Cook Micnael Crabtree Cliff Downing Amy David Forwardson Fulmek Tom Gregg Grego Greg Gibson Curtis David Groggins Holland Mark Hamilton Kenneth Houston Randy Houston Lela Jackson 88 Sidney Johnny Mike Tracy Kathy LaWanna Jess Mary pam Jackson Jeffery Johnson Kay Keck Keck Kendrick Kirk Lucas Larry Stephanie Johnny Dwayne Katherine Mike Robert Doyle Jacky McCalib Means Morrison Mote Mote Mullens Nation Parker Pate Dennis Ellen Stephen Debbie Robert Johnny Tommy Larrv Alice Peace Potts Powell Pugh Rains Ratliff Roundtree Rowland pate Kevin Putnam David Sam Janet Sharp Richard Jeri Sharp Sharpton Paul Standefer Dana Stevens Arthur Taylor Timothy Thomas Thompson Turner Turney Walton Wilson Jenell Karen Larry Sydney Wilson Winlock Winlock Zink grade four Lora Maye LaVada Annette Cale Trena Beth Mike June Carey Booth, Wilson, Anderson Back Baker Bass Boddy Bradley Calhson Instructor Instructor 39 Jamie Cathy Cheryl Center Vernon Chronister Dayna Clawson Sandy Col lu ms Walter Crabtree Rocky Crane Ralph Cupp Paula Davis Bryan Downing Ricky Henesly Mary Henson Tim Herren LaDonna Durant Lita Billy Draper Dunn Jan Troy Gammons Gammons Ruth Gardner Joe Grego Ricky Hollingback Jean Holt Lisa Hood Debbie Ivey Fred James LaDonna Johnson Robert Gwen Jerry Eddie Dee Ann Mark Randy Virginia Penny Keck Kendrick Kidwell Kinikin Labor Unney Loar Looper McCasland Mike Toni Ann Kay Robyn Jimmy Paula Cindy Rose Mote Mullens Nelson Newsom Parker pate Powell Pugh Rabon Keith Steven Letha Sharon Tina Calvin Marilea Mark Donna Spear Studeman Taylor Thomas Thomas Thompson Turner Underwood Walton Brenda Westover Cindy Williams Mark Wise Ronnie Wynn 90 grade three Virginia Gibson, Instructor Ardelle King, Instructor Grace Russell, Instructor Sandra Anderson Brenda Angell Glenda Anson Kirk Auterbum Martha Bass Mary Bass Kathi Thelma Brenda Billy Walter Rhonda Bobby John LeAnn Beard Blankenship Boddy Bodiford Baldwin Bullard Butler Carlton Clark Ramona Staeia Susan Delona George Darcie Denise Donna Larry Cole Cole Croslin Crouch Cuzalina Danniel Davis Davis Davis Jesse Leon Jack Sheri Diana Johnny Cindy Sondra Junior Gordon Gray Green Green Harvey Holland Hollingback Hollingback Ivey Alex Bryan Shelly Shelly Lloyd Mary Brenda Danelia Bradley Jackson James Johnson Jones Karn Kendrick Kirk Knox Kuykendall John Lanora Steven Betty Renee Gary Robert Pamela Denis Lance Lightfoot Means Menasco Mitchell Montgomery Morrison Mote Osborne Rorv Marla Sheila Carolyn Shawn Mark Rob Phillip. Vicky Parker Pate Pate Phelps Powell Puckett Reager Scott Stone Alan Steven Rhonda Charlotte Deena Janice Robyn Richard Taylor Tomlinson Turney Wilson Wilson Winlock Wooldridge Young grade two Johnnie Christine Ruth Donna Stephen Cindy Jason Johnny Tracy Garner, Ramsey, Smith, Anderson Autry Back Bell Boggs Browne Instructor Instructor Instructor Victor Johnny Helen Cindy Thomas Tommy Steven Randy Brenda Bullard Calvin Castner Collums Cowan Culberson Davis Deatnerage Dennis Robbie Lee Bradly Ellis Gammons Gibson Robyn Keith David Gray Griffith Hall Timmy Lisa Marcella Hamilton Harbor Harvey 92 Jimmy Charles pat Carol Eric Greg Duane Harry Alan Helmert Hensley Hensley Hollingback Hood Houston Johnson Kelly Kendrick Robert Kevin Sara Robyn Gina Donny Kathy Tammy Mark Kiley Lacy Lawerence Manley McCants Mickle Mickle Mitchell Mullens Ronald Lyndall Sheryll Wayne Mike Marty Raunikar Rowland Rowland Rowland Reddick Scott Johnny Janice Randell Jenean Tracy Sandra Sivic Skimbo Smith Spurlock Stanford Sutmiller Regina Suzanne Bruce Scott Sharp Sharpton Louise Margaret Robert Barry Denise Kevin Taylor Thomas Thompson Tubbs Womack Zink 93 grade one Irene Lois Ruth Lara Wesley Kim Monte Tammy Cathy Roberts, Sokolosky, Wynn, Anderson Anderson Amorp Battles Belz Boggs Instructor Instructor Instructor Clyde C. T, John Jonna Nancy James Brian Ross Scott Booth Brazeal Bull Callison Calvin Cathy Center Chronister Chronister Tamra Kay Randy Blake Thomas Shannon Darlene John Tim Dean Dudley Dennis Downing Elder Elledge Fite Forwardson Forwardson Steven Susan Charles Ronald Chris Twana Pamala Doug Robert Gammons Gill Grady Gray Grego Gregory Groggins Harley Harrison Robbie Sharissa Lisa Linda Tim Mike Robert Shan Lucinda Hoedeback Holbird Holbird Hollingback Jones Keck Keck Krug Lawerence Lou Anne Robey Jess Kathleen Mike Dennis Jeff John Mary Linney McCabe Morrow Mote O'Kelly Parker Pate Petree Phelps Shan Powell Jimmy Prock Meledy Pugh Mary Rose Tammy Rowland Michael Scott Sandra Kennith Scroggins Sephus Bill Sharp Betty Greg Nancy Thompson Tomlinson Tubbs Martha Tubbs Susan Beth Turner Wilkett Carla Mark Wilson Wilson Rodger Zink kindergarten Fanny Daniel Robbie Jacquline Dee Anne Phyllis Darla lisa Lucas, Baldwin Brazelton Brock Bush Carlin Daniel Faulkner Instructor Steven Richard Donald Sherry Donna Michael David Richard Ford Giacomo Gill Gordon Green Griffits Helmert Herren Peter Lisa Lisa John Dennis Damon Michelle Donita Billy Hollock Hood Kelly Legget Morrow Putnam Reddick Rose Sparks special education June James Debbie Debbie Lester Cynthia Wesley Bailey, Aaron Baxter Cupp Gough Hamby Jackson Instructor Donnie Labor Joe Oliver Larry Owens Brenda Pass Gary Pass Larry Rouviere Mike Rouviere SYMBOLS OF YOUTH, students represent the leaders of tomorrow, by setting their goals in life and striving to reach tnem. 96 A conversion perceived Is caught in rhe mind Of graduating seniors Twelve years at the grind The closing is now. but Returning to find A new school, a new look To stand tests of time CLOSING, CLOSING, CLOSING, CLOSING, CLOSING, CLOSING 99 71 Will Find Diggers Walking in These Halls, Making a New Scene 101 Lounge Necessity Seen Thrc Common WH ugh a Stranger’s Eyes, IS Scenery 103 LATIMER COUNTY INSURANCE AGENCY WILBURTON STATE BANK Look to the Wilburton State Bank for friendly guid- ance in the business world. We are vitally interest- ed in WHS graduates - the leaders of tomorrow's Oklahoma. Your banker can serve you all your life - so join the bank that offers more, the bank that gives you the finest personal service in Oklahoma. Our drive-in facilities permit convenient banking from your car! For tailored service, visit us at 123 East Main or telephone 465-2381. MEMBER FDIC - your savings insured up to $20,000 115 E. Main 465-2022 Insurance of Every Kind TUCKER DOWNING AGENCY 113 W. Main 465-2538 Complete Insurance Service TEXACO G. I. McCARTNEY Owner No Better Place to Buy Than From C. I. MOBIL OIL CORP. Box 39 465-3662 DENNO MAGGI, Consignee LATIMER CO. LUMBER AND PLUMBING Plumbing, Paint, and Hardware 465-2252 BAKER HARDWARE AND FURNITURE 137 E. Main 465-2434 BEST WISHES TO THE GRADUATING CLASS SENATOR GENE STIPE GOLIGHTLY REXALL DRUG Modern prescription needs require the careful, exacting attention of Golightly's prescription department. 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