William Chrisman High School - Gleam Yearbook (Independence, MO)

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Dignitaries. .. At the hub of Independence community pride, stands its educational system., Evidence of the effectiveness of that system can he seen hy looking at every aspect of community service where Chrisman alum- ni arc currently leaders. Sam Cottingham, 1952 alum- ni, is such a person. Presently serving as the l:ity's attorney, Cottingham returned to Independence after graduation from law school. I like Independence, he said. The people here know me and I like doing husiness with them. Une of the cityls best known residents is l923 alumna Sue Gentry. Beginning as an EXAMINER reporter in I923, her career as one of the area's finest journalists and historians is sparked with anec- dotes of her association with the Truman family. Since retirement in '71 she has serv- ed as president of the .lackson County Historical Society. Richard King., class of '62 currently serves the city as its 43rd and youngest mayor. King's credits include Who's Who in Covernmentand Who's Who in Politics listings. EXAMINER Managing Editor Frank Haight is a Chrisman alumn of l955. In addition to his profession, llaight serves the community through church and service clull work. Dr. Michael Soper, another Chrisman graduate, attended Ilarvarrl University and Har- vard Nledical School. Since his graduation he has returned lo the area and presently serves as medical director of Ilealth Maintenance Organization. In l972 .ludgc .lames May, a memher ofthe I946 graduating class, was appointed presiding judge. May has stayed in this area hecause, like others, he belongs here . . . this is homef' -' .Q '77 3 ....,. . ,.1,,,. WY., J see: ,-'asm-is 'W s' 3+ ee. gl' 5.15-?sS.s-ifm' f: Q 1a sa Jm f aw 11