William Penn High School - Penn Yearbook (High Point, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 208 of the 1968 volume:

1H Excerpts from the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayam And, as the Cock crew, those who stood before The tavern shouted “Open then the Door! You know how little while we have to stay, And once departed, may return no more.” Come, fill the Cup, and in the fire of Spring Your Winter-garment of Repentance fling; The Bird of Time has but a little way To flutter—and the Bird is on the wing. Ah, my Beloved, fill the Cup that clears To-day of past Regrets and future Fears To-morrow!—Why, To-morrow I may be Myself with Yesterday’s Seven thousand Years. Waste not your Hour, nor in the vain pursuit Of this and that endeavor and dispute; Better be joined with the fruitful Grape Than sadden after none, of bitter, Fruit. We are no other than a moving row Of Magic Shadow-Shapes that come and go Round with the sun-illumined Lantern held In Midnight by the Master of the Show. Yesterday This Day’s Madness did prepare; To-morrow’s Silen ce, Triumph of Despair: Drink! for you know not whence you came, nor why: Drink! for you know not why you go, nor where. The Moving Finger writes; and, having writ, Moves on: Nor all your Piety or Wit Shall lure it back to cancel half a line, Nor all your Tears wash out a Word of it. 2 PENNPOINT Volume VI Final Edition R NC 371.8 William Penn 1968 William Penn High School (High Point, N.C.) The pennpoint. 30519010272360 Published by the students of William Penn High School High Point, North Carolina 3 ' ... !) v: ; - � i FOREWORD It is always difficult to bid an old friend farewell. Thus, understandably, we, who have been privileged to grace her hallowed halls, feel great sadness at having to bid our old friend, goodbye. Since 1923 when old High Point Normal and Industrial Institute became the new William Penn High School thousands who have sojourned here have gone forward to take their places among this community’s, this state’s, and this nation’s most distinguished leaders in many areas of endeavor. The 1968 Pennpoint writes finis to an old chapter. And even as we write we look hopefully to the future in the sure knowledge that the old Penn spirit shall never die. The indelible imprint of seventy-six years during which this school has always represented scholarship, achievement, sports¬ manship, fair play, loyalty and unquenchable spirit cannot be erased with the closing of a door. Her appearance may have been altered, her course may have veered, but that pride in knowledge present in H. P. N. and I.’s first class is present today and shall be for seventy-six years to come, or so long as one H. P. N. and I. or one Penn graduate shall live. This final edition of the Pennpoint undertakes to prove that whatever the time or the circum¬ stances Penn has stamped her name indelibly in the annals of time. We have chosen as our theme two lines from the immortal Rubaiyat of Omar Khayam: 5 IT WRITES OF BEGINNINGS— Booker Washington once said that if one man would keep another buried in the mire of ignorance he must himself get down in the mire and hold him there. This became the battle cry of all those pioneers striving to create and improve educational opportunities for Negroes in the period following the Emancipation, for they all realized that if the once proud Southern states were ever to take their places among the leading states of this nation they must educate all their people. Truly, they argued, no man can develop responsible citizenship if he remains illiterate. One such pioneer was Solomon Blair who in 1867 began to teach Christianity and the three “R’s” in a two room building on what is now North Centennial Street just east of the present Beeson’s Warehouse. By 1890 the city and the school had grown to the extent that the facilities were enlarged and funds were solicited for a new building. In 1891 the Asheboro Normal School maintained by the Quakers of New York for the training of Negro teachers outgrew its facilities and no boarding places for its 76 out of town pupils could be found there. High Point because of its location on the main line of the Southern Railway was determined to be the most suitable site for relocation. May, 1892 concluded the first year’s work here. 193 students ranging in age from 14 to 64 (10 of whom were married) were taught by Principal W. E. Meade and Mrs. Annie E. Loftin. Classes were conducted in two rooms each 20 feet by 20 feet. There were no windows and the only ventila¬ tion was through numerous cracks in the wall. Sensing a need for greater work, the chairman of the New York Yearly Meeting of Friends came to High Point to secure a suitable site for a new building. As¬ sisted by Messrs. Daniel Brooks and George Gray a site Solomon Blair’s School (1867-1891) An Early H.P.N. and I. Student Body A Cooking Class at H.P.N. and 1. 6 An Early Campus Scene above Students in Front of Congdon Hall high on a hill beside the railroad was obtained and building plans were submitted. Five hundred dollars ($500) was subscribed by whites, one thousand dol¬ lars ($1000) by Negroes, and two thousand dollars ($2000) by members of the New York Yearly Meeting. By spring 1894 the building was completed. In December, 1894 Mr. Meade, the principal, was replaced by Mr. Frank Clarke. His teaching staff con¬ sisted of Thomas and Hannah Leggett. In 1895 Booker Washington of Tuskeegee Institute was asked to suggest, as principal, a Negro man “well- versed in education mechanics, carpentry and agricul¬ ture; and a cottage was constructed to house the prin¬ cipal and his family, for the Friends thought that a successful principal should be married. To help in feeding the students and faculty, five acres of the campus were planted in corn, wheat and sweet potatoes. In June 1897 the new principal, Alfred J. Griffin, came to High Point to assume his command. By 1899 the school’s enrollment had reached 276. Congdon Hall was built to house the girls during 1899-1900. The boys of the school dug clay, made bricks and con¬ structed the building which later housed the science department and the industrial departments of William Penn until 1952. The 1899-1900 catalog listed the following courses of study: sewing, dressmaking, cooking, algebra, me¬ chanics, bricklaying, plastering, blacksmithing, farm¬ ing, botany, geometry, physics, chemistry, bookkeep¬ ing, instrumental drawing, voice culture, Bible, Latin, and pedagogics. Listed expenses included: board and tuition, $7.00 monthly; day students’ tuition $1.00 monthly. Students might pay $2.00 monthly in labor. The Class of 1925 7 ALMA MATER Dear William Penn, with voices ringing Sing we thy praises ever, Sing we thy praises and thy glory. Where’er we go, what’er we do, We’ll always sing thy praises. Upon this hill we love so well, Moments happy have we spent. Yet light we’ve gleamed, and light we’ll carry. Wher’er we go, what’er we do, Thy light we’ll ever carry. To William Penn we pledge allegiance To cherish and defend her; To wave her colors high, and higher. Where’er we go, what’er we do, Her colors wave we higher. S. E. Burford 10 CONTENTS History Administration Staff and Curriculum Classes Activities and Organizations The Harvest 14 20 22 60 106 152 11 Business And Statistics 159 IT WRITES OF LEADERS, FEAR- SOLOMON BLAIR DANIEL BROOKS O. E. DAVIS S. S. WHITTED MRS. EUNICE GUY The honor roll of pioneers in Negro education in High Point is long, but the name which leads the list is Solomon Blair, a Quaker, who established the first school for Negroes and became its first teacher. He was the father of Misses Emma and Ada Blair for whom two of our local schools are named. Later John R. Tabor, president of the New York Yearly Meeting of Friends was instrumental in estab¬ lishing and maintaining here for many years the High Point Normal and Industrial Institute. His untimely death in 1922 was mourned by students, faculty and alumni. 14 LESS MEN OF VISION Two Negroes did much to influence the Quakers to establish here and then secured a site upon which the new school was to be constructed. These were Elder Daniel Brooks (father of Mesdames Sarah Davis and Lola Curtright) and George Gray. 0. E. Davis, H.P.N. and I. graduate and retired prin¬ cipal of Fairview Street School, recalls that Will Cole, drayman for Snow Lumber Company, placed him atop the first load of lumber destined for the new school. W. Elmer Meade assumed the position of first prin- ALFRED J. GRIFFIN Alfred J. Griffin became the first Negro principal at the suggestion of Booker T. Washington. In 1897 after three years of brilliant teaching, Mr. Griffin moved with his wife and children to High Point. During his tenure, he saw H.P.N. and 1. develop from a single wood structure housing classes, lodging, dining and all other facilities with 193 students served by 2 teachers to one of 6 buildings and 276 students. cipal of the school and he was followed by Frank Clarke, last white principal. An early graduate of H.P.N. and I. was Sheppard S. Whitted, retired principal of Leonard Street School. The first Negro girl graduate was Mrs. Eunice Bow¬ man Baldwin Guy. She later was an honor graduate of St. Augustine College and after a successful teaching experience in Charlotte came home to teach in the new William Penn High School from which she retired. EDWARD E. CURTRIGHT The first principal of William Penn High School, Edward E. Curtright, was summoned to a teaching positio n at H.P.N. and I. from Atlanta. When the Society of Friends donated that institu¬ tion to city, he was asked to be principal. Under his able guidance great progress was made and soon the school was regarded as one of the best in the South, eighth accredited A by the Southern Asso¬ ciation. 15 ifl ' ISl OUR PRINCIPAL The beginning of every school year at William Penn brings giggles and laughter, new faces, hectic scheduling, and the joys and frustrations of every student. The principal anticipates all of these feelings and he looks forward to the task of helping and encourag¬ ing each student to do his best. His duties of coordination of activities, attending conferences, disciplining students and making decisions keep him constantly on the go. Mr. Burford’s entire adult life has been centered around the education of young people. He is a graduate of Virginia Union University in Richmond and has received his master’s degree from the University of Michigan. He strives to instill in the students the importance of preparation for college and of meeting the challenges ahead. Since 1933, Mr. Burford has been principal of William Penn High School. He, too, feels a touch of sadness with the approaching end of our school but he recognizes that things change, and that often the change is for the better. Because of his tremendous effort and diligent work in urging us to complete our education, we pledge ourselves to surpass his greatest expectations and to steer our courses into unchartered realms. We of the senior class shall sorely miss his guidance and counseling. We who are underclassmen bemoan the fact that the classes of ’69 and ’70 will divide and go our separate ways, but the classes of ’68, ’69, and ’70 join in bidding you Godspeed. The Pennpoint Staff 17 MISS E. L. MCCONNELL 18 DEDICATION With genuine affection and appreciation, we dedicate this, the 1968 Pennpoint to Miss E. L. McConnell. For the past years, you have been a teacher whose persistence and guidance have prepared many students for the rigors of tomorrow’s world. Your wisdom has created in us a thirst for the enrichment of the intellect. The perseverance and stamina with which you carry out your work have encouraged us to enhance our potential ability fully and effectively on the task at hand. Your ideas of Higher Education have guided us with a sense of purpose and a mature attitude. We realize that a vast span of knowledge has been instilled within us, and although we have yet to put its benefits to use we have been enriched by your standards of teaching. Because you have given so zealously of your time, service and self, we thank you sincerely and hope others to follow shall benefit from your diligent efforts. The 1968 Pennpoint Staff. 19 cccC- co f r ' jp C- dz ZtSfOP ' 4$LsCW-£ fa ' Triage jddsrut ClAjCs cu££s Dr. Dean B. Pruette Superintendent High Point City Schools Dr. Lloyd Y. Thayer Associate Superintendent High Point City Schools Mrs. Virginia Lewis Director of Instruction High Point City Schools The High Point School Board has tremendous job of running the schools. One of their main functions is to provide teachers for the schools. A true test of their ability is the speed with which they are able to fill vacancies in many of our schools. Again the members of the Board continue their strenuous efforts to perfect an adequate public school system. Included in their plans is the closing of our “Dear William Penn”. And with such an end in mind, a new building is being constructed to house former Pennites and absorb the overflow of students expected at Central High in the forthcoming year. Furthermore, because of the efficiency of our School Board in screening all applicants for teaching positions, William Penn’s staff meets the requirements of one of the best. HIGH POINT SCHOOL BOARD 21 There are not enough hours in the day for the school secretary to complete the many tasks which are assigned to her. Capable business students spend their vacant hours attending to many small tasks which free the secretary for her more complicated tasks. Brenda Caple, Virginia Allen, Dorothy Collins, Barbara Cotton and Myrtle Colson render valuable assistance as office aides. No where in America could one find a more valuable office asset than Mrs. Vernell Leake, our secretary. Among her many duties are: answering inquiries (telephone and person to person) and this is an endless chore; taking care of the mail; operating and supervising operations of countless office machines; issuing supplies; and serving as personal secretary to the principal. With Mr. Burford, she handles correspond¬ ence, files records, and fills out reports. With great skill she fulfils her multitudinous tasks, which have become such an important part of her everyday life. Her kind smile and “glad to help you” attitude have for 13 years made Mrs. Leak well-loved and greatly appreciated. DEAN AND COUNSELOR Mr. John Russell, dean of students, is kept busy around William Penn counseling and disciplining stu¬ dents. He checks attendance and issues bulletins daily and hands out permits to leave the campus and admits to class. He also serves as chairman of the athletic committee and as such is responsible for scheduling athletic contests. Office aides, “Randy” Reid, Gloria Haywood, Barbara Cotton, and Elaine Lindsay handle clerical details which free the dean to do bigger tasks. ASSIST PUPILS IN REALIZING GOALS Whether helping students understand catalogs as above or supervising the administration of a test as below, Mrs. Hughes always seems to be able to supply that “finishing touch”. After a counselling session both student and coun¬ selor seem more relaxed, better able to face the tasks which lie ahead. Mrs. Hughes, our guidance counselor, always has her work cut out for her, but this final year of Penn’s existence has been a particularly busy one. Conduct¬ ing tests and sponsoring major educational programs demand much of her effort, but she still finds time to counsel with students perplexed by immediate school and personal problems. Preparations for College Day and Career Day require the greatest amount of foresight and a sense of organization and these qualities are characteristic of the head of our guidance department! Her under¬ standing and kind counsel make all problems seem trivial and a solution is surely in sight. LIBRARY STAFF RENDERS ABLE SER Mrs. B. L. Sanders A.B., Spelman College M.A.L.S. Atlanta University Mrs. B. L. Sanders has ably served students and teach¬ ers at Penn for more than 17 years. Selection, catalog¬ ing, and shelving of books and reference materials; su¬ pervising student’s selections of research sources and making available to teachers up to date listings of li¬ brary materials, these are but a few of the many tasks which command the full attention of Penn’s able li¬ brarian. 26 VICE TO STUDENTS AND TEACHERS Barbara Covington Selma Hoover Betty Jackson Earlina Tucker With the constant flow of students into the library daily, assistance in checking books, in giving informa¬ tion, and in keeping the library in order is a necessity. To satisfy this need there are library aides who are ad¬ vised by Mrs. Sanders. They are instructed in proper procedures for handling books and library equipment. Such able assistance gives the librarian more time for helping students in their choices of books and refer¬ ences. In fulfilling their duties, they have become very important to the librarian as well as to any student who spends time in the school library. These students are displaying book covers that center on the theme, “Peace on Earth.” 27 INDUS DEVELOP MECHAN This year the boys in the indus¬ trial arts department worked as a model factory would as they trans¬ formed various raw materials into usable implements. The courses of- Mr. N. E. Bolds South Carolina State College, B.S. Further Study - A T State University Through the use of shop machinery, students are able to produce articles of various designs. t- TRIAL ARTS ICAL ABILITY fered by the industrial arts depart¬ ment provided the students with the opportunity to develop valuable vo¬ cational skills. Mr. M. W. Randall A T State University, B.S. Bricklaying students enter skilled labor ranks following graduation. MUSIC DE A man comes to High Point from Selma, North Carolina in 1956 to find the position of band direc¬ tor vacant at William Penn. He accepts the job and ever since that time, each year he has produced an excel¬ lent group of musicians. Mr. J. Y. Bell, to whom we refer, graduated from North Carolina College where he received the B.A. de¬ gree in music. Continuing his education, he later ob¬ tained his master’s degree in music education at The University of Michigan. Responsibility for both the marching and sym¬ phonic bands at Penn would seem more than one man could handle; however, it is evident that he does them both quite well. Not only does he present to the public a band which is highly efficient in marching, but he presents also a symphonic band which has high ratings in district as well as state contests. As if this were not enough, he also has bands at Griffin Junior High, Leonard Street Elementary School, and Parkview Elementary School. Mr. J. Y. Bell North Carolina College, B.A. University of Michigan, M.A. The marching band calls it quits after a trying dress rehearsal. ’ARTMENT Miss Mary P. Browne is a graduate of Howard Uni¬ versity where she earned the B.A. degree in music ed¬ ucation. She later attended Columbia University where she received her master’s degree. To enhance her abil¬ ity as a teacher, she pursued her education at Fred- onia State Teachers College, Syracuse University, Vir¬ ginia State College, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and A T State University. In 1950 Miss Browne joined the William Penn staff and for eighteen years has stimulated intense interest in the music-minded students at Penn. Training and cultivating young voices has been her job for quite a while, and no one could have done it better. Miss M. P. Browne Howard University, B.A. Columbia University, M.A. Further Study Syracuse University Virginia State College Fredonia State Teachers College Miss Browne and a group of stu¬ dents practice a choral. Mrs. M. H. Little Bennett College, B.A. Florida A M University HOME ECONOMICS TEACHES VALUABLE Through the study of the many phases of home economics, many girls and boys learned the value of experience in home life. The major goal was to develop essential skills concerning the role of the family in the development of individuals and society. Training and experiences were provided to encourage individual re¬ sourcefulness. 32 Mrs. D. P. Bostic Here Mrs. Bostic instructs a future homemaker in sewing a gar- North Carolina College, B.S. ment. Columbia University, M.A. HOME LIFE EXPERIENCES TO GIRLS AND BOYS Homemaking students acquired skills in home man¬ agement, budget planning, nutrition and child care. These essential skills were offered to prepare the stu¬ dents for future responsibilities as homemakers, inde¬ pendent in areas such as meal planning, sewing, enter¬ taining, and personal relationships. 33 ' ' lin iti,,,,, Mrs. M. E. Chess North Carolina College, B.A. Further Study- University of North Carolina at Greensboro A. T. State University CLASSES IN BUSINESS EDUCATION The Business Education Department is concerned with developing the fundamental skills that will enable students to secure and hold jobs in the business world. It seeks to provide a basic understanding of the practices and procedures that are necessary to any citi¬ zen in our economic society. 34 Mrs. H. M. Lewis A. T. State University B. at Greensboro A. T. State University PREPARE LEADERS OF TOMORROW Classes are offered in beginning typing, advanced typing, beginning shorthand, bookkeeping, and general business. Typing I and II not only furnish students with the basic typing skills, but also give them the techniques used in typing business letters and other office correspondence. 35 Through television teaching, U. S. History students gain wider perspective. SOCIAL STUDIES SHOWED THE SIGNI Under the direction of Miss E. L. McConnell, and Mrs. S. Little, the social studies department sought to offer the students valuable information on past and present historical developments. Courses offered by the department were United States history, world his¬ tory, and problems of democracy. In history, the stu¬ dents learn both the background and the working of today’s modern government. A thorough course in de¬ mocracy analyzes the problems, both personal and social, which confuse and perplex young people. By facing these problems and seeking to find meaningful Mrs. Shirley Little B. A., Livingstone College M.A., Atlanta University 36 50K 5 e Ao Miss E. L. McConnell B.A., Bennett College Furthur Study- A T State University Catholic University of America U.N.C.-CH., U.N.C.-G. East Carolina University FICANCE OF HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENTS solutions to them, the students begin to show signs of maturity and of becoming responsible citizens in a democratic society. Each year the department has grown more thorough in its desire to arouse student’s interest in history and this year was no exception. In order to give students a better understanding of communism and its threat to the free world, some of the democracy classes read J. Edgar Hoover’s Masters of Deceit and submitted book reviews on his commen¬ tary. Here Mrs. Coston, a practice teacher from Agricultural Tech¬ nical State University, points out areas of expansion of Islam. 37 Yolanda y Ruben Rojas from Mexico City visited the Spanish students at Penn. m V THE FOREIGN LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT IN Mrs. Benicia Hernandez Normal School for Teachers Havana, Cuba University of Havana, B.A. Further study: U.N.C.-G. Mrs. L. M. Jones A.B., Bennett College Further study: Gardner-Webb College TRODUCES STUDENTS TO CULTURE OF OTHER NATIONS The aim of the foreign languages department is to introduce students to the ideas and customs of other nationalities through the study of oral language and literature. A better understanding and greater apprecia¬ tion of the English language is encouraged through these studies. The language department has access to one well equipped language laboratory where each student has an individual microphone. This laboratory, together with modern teaching methods, enable the language students to enhance their ability to speak as well as write the languages they are learning. At Penn, French is offered three years and Spanish, two years. In French class, the students examine pamphlets relating to the lesson. Mrs. Melba B. Hill Spelman College, B.A. 39 In biology an attempt is made to survey the plant and animal kingdoms with special emphasis being placed on metabolism, growth, structure and re¬ sponse. This year, sophomores explored the essentials of botany and zoology, Mrs. G. P. Davis A T State University, B.S. Further study - University of North Carolina at Greensboro at Chapel Hill North Carolina State University at Raleigh SOPHOMORES FOUND A REAL CHAL Members of the B.S.C.S. biology class prepare the investigation, “A Garden of Micro-organisms.” 03 i ' . JM [ _ and concentrated largely on human anatomy. Microscopes allowed them to investigate minute organisms, and fully equipped dissection kits made it possible for the students to study plant and animal structure. Mrs. V. B. Kendall Southern University, B.S. Columbia University, M.S. Further study- Cornell University San Jose State University Wake Forest University LENGE IN BIOLOGICAL STUDIES Special techniques are be¬ ing used by these students in preparing slides of onion root tips. Mr. W. K. Hunter Livingstone College, B.S. Voorhees Jr. College Here Mr. Hunter explains the preparation of hydrogen to two students. CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS PREPARE STUDENTS The chemistry program, by emphasizing chemical laws and principles, gives the student a comprehensive introduction to the composition and structure of every¬ day materials. Participation in laboratory experiments encourages the student to discover the solutions to his own problems. Mr. Hunter helps chemistry students to understand the significance of the final results of their experiments. Mrs. G. P. Davis Physics Teacher Mrs. Davis and Jerry Balem view one of the many projects at the Science Fair. FOR INTENSIVE STUDY IN SPECIFIC FIELDS The physics curriculum attempts to explain the fund¬ amental principles of matter and energy in connection with its effect in mechanics, heat, light, sound, and electricity. By taking physics a student especially devel ops his ability to analyze natural occurrences. Eddie Clinton examines closely one of the ships promoting Physics students study the process of breathing at the Science our exploration into space. Fair at Elon College. ENGLISH DEPARTMENT PRESENTS FUNDAMENTAL Mrs. Eva B. Stewart Talladega College, A.B. Further study - lllinois School of Technology University of Pennsylvania Hampton Institute A T State University The English Department of William Penn continued to maintain its high standards and long reputation for excellence. Beginning with the fundamentals of grammar and writing, the students proceeded, over a period of three years, from an elementary introduction to litera¬ ture to the field of American writers to English litera¬ ture. Under the direction of Mrs. E. B. Stewart, head of the English department, a new course has enriched the curriculum, the Humanities class of English V. Through the study of humanities, by touring historical sites, giving critical analyses, making projects, and studying areas of enrichment, the students hope to cultivate their minds and stimulate their thinking. English V students take notes on a film of Colonial Williamsburg, one of their many planned tours of historical sites. 44 KNOWLEDGE, ALONG WITH FRESH INNOVATIONS Mr. Franklin M. Gary Alabama State College, B.S. Further study - Winston-Salem State College University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Wake Forest College Cheryl Dye’s recital during English class is a real stimulus to her classmates reading the classics. 45 English V students attend the National Repertory Theater’s production of Shakespeare’s “Comedy of Errors” at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro, North Carolina. THE HUMANITIES CLASS PROVIDES ; At the Information Center in Williamsburg, Virgin¬ ia, students browse through the valuable materials. Carlton Hinson takes time out from the tour to pause beside a refreshing scene. CULTURAL ENRICHMENT FOR STUDENTS At Hampton Institute, Dorothy Collins, Charles Ingram and Dianne Dickey pose before the chapel. Mrs. King explains the importance of American Litera¬ ture to one of her classes. Miss Shirley R. Hinnant (right) B.S., The Agricultural Technical State University M.A., The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Teacher of English and French in Liberia, West Africa for two years with the UNITED STATES PEACH CORPS. SKILLS IN WRITING, READING, 48 LISTENING DEVELOPED 49 Striving to meet the needs of all students in a technological society, the mathematics depart¬ ment offers a variety of courses. The course most emphasized is algebra. In algebra I and II stu¬ dents are taught the essential theoretical funda¬ mentals of mathematics. Courses in geometry introduce the pupil to the primary concepts of plane, solid, and analytical geometry as he Mrs. M. R. Whitaker Livingstone College, B.S. AAATHEMATICS IS IMPORTANT IN OUR As shown in this picture, mathematics requires much study. 50 attempts to prove and utilize the simpler theorems. Trigonometry teaches the student to understand simple ratios and to apply them in solving problems. For those who are striving for a practical knowledge of numbers, a course in general mathematics is provided. Indeed, Pennites are fortunate to have the opportunity to take advantage of such courses. PRESENT SOCIETY Mr. F. I. Quick Johnson C. Smith University, B.S. North Carolina College, M.A. PHYSICAL Mrs. Sandra C. Watson Morgan State College, B.S Our Physical Education program is planned and conducted for the purpose of helping each individual achieve within the limits of his potential some of the following objectives: the development and mainte¬ nance of physical efficiency and fitness, the develop¬ ment of basic fundamental physical skills through a wide variety of activities, the establishment of desir¬ able health habits, attitudes, and practices, and the development of good sportsmanship and a sense of fair play. “Altogether now, one . . . two . . . three . . . four . . . ” EDUCATION James W. Atkinson North Carolina College at Durham, B.S. Columbia University, New York, M.A. In order to achieve these objectives we offer organ¬ ized classes of instruction for both girls and boys. Exercise is used mainly to prepare the body or to in¬ sure some readiness before the activities begin. The activities may be team activities, rhythmic activities, self-testing activities, recreational activities, and indi¬ vidual activities. They include such sports as basket¬ ball, soft ball, badminton, gymnastics, volleyball, track, and field events. A gym class engages in a little bit of horseplay. DRIVER EDUCATION TEACHES SAFETY Mr. Foree instills in his students the importance of defensive driving. Alert students in the driver education course acquired the rules and regula¬ tions of safe driving in thirty hours of classroom work, and six hours under- the-wheel. During the time they learned to apply the basic principles of safe driving. Mr. George Foree B.S., Winston-Salem State College P.T.A (THROUGH THE YEARS) Soon after he came to William Penn, Mr. Burford noted the lack of and sensed the need for an organiza¬ tion of parents and teachers through which closer co¬ operation between the school and home might be achieved. Accordingly a group of interested parents was chosen and these provided the groundwork upon which Penn’s first Parent-Teacher Organization was founded. Messrs. D. N. Moore, A. O. Brown, M. B. Byrd, and Mesdames Hattie Leach and Hazel Starr formed the pilot committee. When the parents assembled for their first P.T.A. session, Mr. A. O. Brown was elected president and the new principal was introduced. “Parents, friends”, he said, “I am here as a worker among you and I am happy to find active interested parents. There is much to be done here and working to¬ gether 1 feel certain that we shall accomplish much”. Mr. Burford then pointed out to the parents the need to have nourishing lunches for students provided here on the campus, since the old practice of allowing pupils to go home for lunch had not proved to be satisfactory. The organization was asked to accept as its first project the establishment and operation of a campus cafeteria. The project was unanimously approved and thus was begun the first William Penn Cafeteria. Lunches were passed through a window to pupils, standing on the porch of the old Building “C” and grumbling because they were not permitted to leave the campus. Later in the year a committee was sent to the School Board to ask for a suitable place where the children could be served hot meals. Shortly thereafter an old building which had served as a laundry for H.P.N. l. was renovated and equipped and upon their return from Christmas vacation pupils found an attractive cafeteria manned by Mesdames H. Leach and Starr who gave their services until the enterprise began to earn small profit. During the year the first president, Mr. Brown, died and Mr. Moore was installed as his successor. In 1939 the first female president, Mrs. L. E. Mc¬ Donnell was sworn in. In 1940 under her administra¬ tion the P.T.A. set out to raise funds for the organiza¬ tion of a school band. The band numbering 8 was under the direction of Mrs. G. W. Yokeley. In 1941 a father’s organization with Mr. W. F. Mc¬ Donnell as president was formed. As their first project, the fathers decided to purchase uniforms for the band, which had grown to 27 members. On Baccalaureate Sunday the band in uniform performed. Through the years many other worthwhile projects have been undertaken and the school has benefitted financially, but the moral support and the understand¬ ings that have developed as a result of the close harmony between home and school far outweigh any monetary contribution. One of our past presidents, Mrs. McDonnell has con¬ tinued to serve the executive board of the N. C. Con¬ gress of Parents and Teachers until very recently. Among others who have served ably are: Mesdames M. Haizlip, W. Parks, E. Pike, R. Chavis, A. Barrier, M. Gideon, F. Parker, H. Starr, M. Bass, and Messrs. T. Carter, C. Strickland, H. Kearns and B. Moore. As Penn closes her doors we pay tribute to the loyalty, devotion and cooperation of all our parents through the years. 55 NORTH CAROLINA TEACHER ASSOCIA The problems of 8:00 a.m. registration! FTA members serve as TION MEETING guides for the meeting. After collecting for the lunches, Mrs. Little and Mrs. Whitaker flash smiles of relief. The choir relaxes after a stren¬ uous performance. Miss Brown gives a few more pointers to the choir before their performance. CAFETERIA STAFF PREPARES NOURISHING, WELL-BALANCED MEALS As their daily routine, the cafeteria staff prepared meals for several hundred students. Mrs. Rogers, our dietician, selected foods and oversaw their preparation. Lunch period, the most popular time of day, was made more pleasing by Mrs. Rogers and her staff. The cafeteria staff consisted of Mrs. Daisy Le- Grande, Mrs. Ruth Rogers, Mrs. Rebecca Chestnut, Mrs. Claretta Durante, and Mr. Edward Montgomery. 58 CUSTODIANS HAVE HAD TASK OF MAKING BUILDINGS SANITARY AND ATTRACTIVE Mr. Simpson and Mr. Little, our able janitors, worked from morning till late afternoon to keep William Penn High School clean and neat. Whenever a handy man was needed, one of them was always around to give us his assistance. Mrs. McCain kept busy in her duty as maid. We owe many thanks to these three members of the custodial staff who worked so hard for us. 59 SLEET, SNOW, PARADES, TRIPS AND PROGRAMS Wintry weather brings high spirits,tumbles,spills and chills; as well as parades, programs and trips. THE CLASS OF 1967 During 1966-67 real leadership was fully assumed by the prospective graduates. Their scholastic superiority, their varied talents, and their spirit of willing cooperation made their absence from the Penn scene this school year a real loss. Wayne Roberts and Phyllis LeGrande Winners of 1967 Elks Oratorical Contest. 61 PAUL ALEXANDER FRANCES ALLEN JEANETTE ALSTON JERRI ALSTON PATRICIA ANDERSON JUANITA ARCHIE TODAY WE FOLLOW TO- NATALIE BAILEY WALLACE BAILEY BARBARA BARBER CAROLYN BLUE BRENDA BOSTIC CAROLYN BOSTIC JOHNNY BOYD ROBERT BRANDON CLARA BRIDGES CORNELIA BROWN JAMES BROWN JERRY BROWN MORROW WE LEAD JAMES BYRD JOYCE CASSELL BRENDA CHARLES ROBERT CLARK PATRICIA COBB LEE COLE ROBBIE COLLIER WARREN COOKE EDNA COVINGTON CARL CRAWFORD ELWYNCRAWFORD DENNIS CRONE BRENDA PARKER WAS CHOSEN HAROLD CURTAIN STEPHEN DANIELS ANGELICA DAVIS GLENN DAVIS JOHN DAVIS TERRY DAVIS FREDRICKA DIXON PEGGY DOSTER GLENDA DUMAS MARY DUNLAP ESTELLE EASTER MARLENE GARLINGTON CLASS VALEDICTORIAN CORNELL GARRISON RONALD GARRISON DOROTHY GATES EDDIE GILLARD HELEN GOODE KENNETH GOODE INEZ GRAY BOBBY GREEN WILLIE HAIRSTON MARY JANE MARSHALL REBECCA HALL WILLIAM HAYWOOD JACQUELYN HARRIS TERRIE HARRIS ULYSSES HARRISON JANICE HINES GAYLE HUDSON RONALD HUTTON ADDIE INGRAM VERNELL INGRAM BEVERLY HORNE SHELTON HORNE WAS CHOSEN SALUTATORIAN JOHNNY JACKSON BARTON JOHNSON LARRY JONES iU WILLIE LANE PHYLLIS LEGRANDE JUANITA LILLY WAYNE LILLY DARRELL LINDSAY MARY LOCKHART PRACTICE FOR GRADUATION BRINGS ALICE LOGAN CARL VAN LOVETTE SYLVIA MALLOY BRENDA MARKS MARY MARSHALL LARRY MASSEY BURLENE MITCHELL MARIA MOORE THOMASINE MOORE MICHAEL MURRAY JAMES MCADOO RANDALL MCCAIN REALIZATION THAT 1967 IS ENDING CATHERINE MCCALL BARBARA MCCLOUD JOHN MCCULLOUGH EARL MCDOWELL ORETTA MCDOUGALL EARL MCDOWELL 1 BRENDA PARKER GLENDA PARKER ROBERTA PARSON FRANK MCNEIL ERNESTINE NICHOLSON SYLVESTER NIXON EXCITEMENT GROWS AS SENIORS BETTY PHELPS SADIE PIKE MAGGIE QUICK HERBERT RAWLINSON ANDRE RAMSEUR JAMES ROBERTS VERTIE ROBERTS WAYNE ROBERTS ANGELA ROBINSON RANDOLPH ROSEBORO CHARLENE RUTLEDGE MARIE RUTLEDGE MAKE PLANS FOR COLLEGE BRENDA SAULTER JIMMY SCOTT WILBUR SEYMOUR LARRY SHAW STANLEY SIMS BRINDOLYN SMALL It , CHENNER SMITH AUGUSTINE SMITH ALTHEA SPEARS SAUNDRA SPENCER CLARENCE STAFFORD DONNELL STAFFORD MANY HAPPY MEMORIES WILL ARMOND STATON NATHANIEL STEWART CALVIN STURDIVANT GARY TATE JAMES TEASLEY BROWN THOMASSON BARNETTA THOMPSON ORA TILLMAN BRENDA TORRENCE GERALD TRUESDALE MARY TURNER JASPER TYSON ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THE CLASS OF ’67 LARRY WALKER EDWARD WALLACE VERONICA WASHINGTON PATRICIA WEEKS JOHN WHITE HERBERT WILEY LEON WILKS THOMAS WILSON VIOLA WILSON CLASS OF 1967 The active class of 1970 helped to crowd the halls with life and enthusiasm. Reaching the mid¬ point of their high school career, they began to shoulder many of the important responsibilities of the school. The spirited sophomores eagerly participated in academic and extra-curricular ac¬ tivities, on e of which was serving at the Junior- Senior Prom. SOPHOMORE OFFICERS: Donna Bailey, treasurer; Gwendolyn Boyd, secretary, and Warren Thompson, president. CLASS OF 1970 SOPHOMORE SPONSORS: Miss S. T. Hinnant, Mrs. M. R. Whitaker, Mrs. F. T. King, Mrs. S. C. Watson, Mrs. M. B Hill, and Mrs. M. H. Little. 75 Lorayne Alexander Cecila Allen Patricia Armstrong Charlie Mae Bailey Donna Bailey CLASS OF ' 70 ADAPTS ITSELF QUICKLY TO PENN, Hazel Balem Willie Barringer Gregory Bates Beverly Bennett Sara Bennett Ida Bethea Gwendolyn Boyd Alma Brawner Rodney Brewington Brenda Brown Mary Brown Linda Butler Delores Byers Judith Byers Brenda Carter Linda Carter Dclphine Charles Rosalind Cooke Ginger Chatman Nina Craft 76 Patricia Crone Selena Dixon Vivian Dockery Dianne Dunbar Gloria Dunlap PARTICIPATES IN ALL PHASES OF SCHOOL LIFE Lallage Eaves Glenn Eccles Pamela Foster Corlandus Franklin Virginia Franklin Roland Froneyburger Shelba Gainey Dale Goss Flossie Hall Charlene Hamlin Joanne Hardin Harriett Harris Ronald Harris Emily Harrison David Hayes Ronald Haywood Chester Hemphill Bessie Henard Albert Henderson Ronald Hinson 77 Esther Holley Edward Holmes Emma Horne Gloria Ingram Larry Ivey IOWA TESTS REVEAL THAT SEVERAL Betty Jackson David Jones Gerald Jones Larry Jones Adam LeGrande Gordon LeGrande Vickie Lightnef Arthur Little William Little George Love Doris Lockhart Phyllis Mebane Willene Middlebrooks Thomas Miller James Mitchell William Morgan Julia Morrison Kathy Moser Joan McCall Joyce McCloud 78 Gloria McCollum Maryleen McCoy Gloria Mclnnis Linda Mclnnis Mary Nicholson SOPHOMORES RANK NEAR TOPS IN PERCENTILES Betty O’Neil Iris Parker Bruce Quick Jesse Quick Carolyn Robertson Willie Robertson Marilyn Robinson Melvin Rochelle Douglas Royal Deborah Scott Dianne Scott Patricia Scott Kelvin Sellers Felicia Setzer Bernita Sims Bertha Sims Annie Smith Paulette Smith Scarborough Smith Jane Sparks 79 Wayne Spencer Mary Steed Robert Terry Warren Thompson Celeste Torrence CLASS OF ' 70 BEMOANS ITS SEPARATION IN ’68 Marcella Turner Leodry Venable LaVerne Wall Willie Wallace Antoinette Weaver Guy Whitlock Dianne Wiley Sara Williams Terry Williams Vernal Williams 80 The name juniors, is more than a name given to stu¬ dents in their third year of high school. They are the eager to learn, curious students who honor the wisdom of the seniors; hoping they will, in turn, obtain that wisdom. Successful high school seniors must have laid the foundation of that success as juniors. And they who possess fresh, alert minds, and strong school spirit shall become seniors. When one is a junior, he reminisces over the happiest moments of the sophomore year but mostly he looks anxiously toward being a senior. Juniors plan the junior-senior prom, showing that they can carry their share of school responsibilities. JUNIOR OFFICERS: Larry Wright, vice-president; Annie Tor¬ rence, secretary; Earl Simmons, president; Alicia Gilmore, treasurer. CLASS OF 1969 JUNIOR ADVISERS: Mrs. S. Little, Mr. F. I. Quick, Mrs. H. M. Lewis, Mrs. M. E. Chess, Mr. W. K. Hunter, and Mrs. B. Hernandez. 81 Roberta Alston Darrell Amaker Betty Ashworth Wilma Banks Jessie Barber Larry Barr Ella Bell Henry Ann Bennett Candice Bodie Gary Boss Marcelette Burrell Delois Bynum Rodney Byrd Amos Cade Patricia Campbell Veronica Cassell THROUGH COOPERATION AND FRUITFUL TOIL JUNIORS ACCOMPLISH THEIR GOAL Betty Cathey Bernard Christian Louella Clifton Dolly Clinton Harriett Clinton Barbara Covington William Crone Raymond Crump Grover Cullins Larry Davis Freddy Dawkins Bertha Diggs Hattie Dockery Pridell Dockery Minnie Flowers Jimmy Fulford Mary Gatewood Alicia Gilmore Milton Goins Patricia Greene Stanley Hargraves Patricia Harper Caesar Harris Stanley Haywood Celeste Holmes Selma Hoover Gloria Humphrey Eunice Ingram Reginald Ingram Lutricia Ivey Donnie Jackson Sherlene Jones JUNIORS PREPARE FOR THE COLLEGE BOARD BY TAKING THE PSAT Janice Keenan VonzeLla LeGrande Daphne Lightner Johnny Lovette Floyd Marshall Willie Michaels Vivian Moser Waltina Moore Alice McAdoo Sandra McCullough Preston McCullough Henry McKay Larry McKinney Christine McRae Lelia McRae Dianne Partee Bernice Phifer Micheal Pike Debra Pinson Gary Pinson Grover Roberts Keith Robertson Martin Robinson Wilson Robinson John Rogers Sandra Rush Patricia Rutledge Donniree Saunders David Simmons Earl Simmons Warren Simpson Arthur Simrel PLANNING FOR PENN’S LAST JUNIOR -SENIOR PROM WAS MASTERFULLY DONE Earlina Smith Robert Smitherman Raymond Spears Acey Spencer Donald Stafford Carlvin Steed Geraldine Steed Samuel Steele Gloria Sturdivant Thomas Tate Annie Thompson Georgia Tillman Annie Torrence Gwendolyn Walker Donald Wardlaw Bessie Washington Ronald Torrence Earlina Tucker Barbara Turner Sarah Watson Gilda Watts Betty White Robert White Thomasine Wilson Dorothy Whitworth Floyd Witherspoon Linda Wiley Larry Wright Delynn Williams Mary Williams Ruth Zinnerman SENIOR OFFICERS: (LEFT TO RIGHT) Saundra Kendall, treasurer; Dianne Dickey, secretary; Larry Rucker, vice-president; Dorothy Collins, business manager; Eddie Clinton, president; Shirley Sellers, reporter; Gloria Martin, assistant secretary; and Howard Terry. CLASS OF 1968 To many, being a senior suggests honor, dignity and a feeling of accomplishment. But as our final year at William Penn approached a mixture of joy, regret and solemnity were felt. The worry, happiness and study of the last three years have blended into the culmination of the senior year. Every passing day brought us closer to the world outside, the world in which we must meet the challenges for which we have prepared. No one will ever forget the tedious studying done to pass semester “exams” and the relief that accompanied their completion. The vibrant school spirit exhibited at bas¬ ketball and football games will remain as vivid as the pride we feel upon seeing the name, William Penn Senior High School. SENIOR SPONSORS: Mr. Franklin Gary, Mrs. D. P. Bostic, Mrs. E. B. Stewart, Mrs. V. B. Kendall, and Mrs. M. B. Davis. NOT SHOWN: Miss E. L. McConnell. 89 EVELYN ARCHIE THE BEST SENIOR CLASS EVER MADE ITS INFLUENCE FELT IN ALL SCHOOL ACTIVITIES. ALBERTA ALLEN VIRGINIA ALLEN ROBBIE ALSTON ROBERT AUSTIN FREDRICK BAILEY MARY BAKER JERRY BALEM DAPHNE BARRINGER ROBERT BENJAMIN JIMMY BETHEA PAUL BRAWNER BRENDA BROWN DOROTHY BROWN SENIORS SELECTED AS THEIR MOST TALENTED MEMBERS- DOROTHY COLLINS AND LEON STEED. JAMES BROWN JANICE BUTTS MELVINIA BYERS EARL BYNUM JERRY CAMP BRENDA CAPLE BARBARA CARTER SAMUEL CHATMAN GLORIA CARTER LAVERNE CATHEY ELEVEN SENIORS WERE TAP¬ PED FOR MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY JULIUS CLARK EDDIE CLINTON GARFIELD COBB LEONARDO COLEMAN DOROTHY COLLINS BENJAMIN COLSON MYRTLE COLSON BARBARA A. COTTON CHARLES COVINGTON GLENN CRAWFORD SAUNDRA KENDALL, WILLIAM PENN COLUMNIST, CHECKS COPY FOR WILLIAM “PENN NOTEBOOK” WITH HER AD¬ VISER, MRS. E.B. STEWART GEORGE CREFT VELMA CROSS SANDRA CURTAIN EARL DAVIS LINDA DAVIS STEPHEN DAMS DIANNE DICKEY DAN DOUGLAS ROBERT DUNBAR LEROY EASTER SIXTEEN SENIORS GAVE STELLAR PERFORMANCE AS MEMBERS OF THE BAND MARY EASTER ROBBIE EVANS WILLIAM EVANS SHIRLEY GAINEY JOSIE GARVIN CHARLES GIDEON PATRICIA GILMORE LARRY GRAVES BRENDA GREEN GILBERT HARRINGTON MOST POPULAR SENIORS WERE BROTHER AND SISTER, DIANNE AND DONALD DICKEY BRENDA HARRIS HERBERT HARRIS JIMMY HARRISON HARRY HAYES GLORIA HAYWOOD ERNESTINE HICKS CARLTON HINSON DIANNE HOLLY CALVIN HOLMES POLITE MONROE BAKER AND DIANNE DICKEY WERE BEST MANNERED SENIORS PATRICIA HORNE CAROL Y. HOWELL CAROLE L. HOWELL FRANKIE HOWELL DOROTHY HUNTER BRENDA INGRAM CHARLES INGRAM CYNTHIA INGRAM HARVEST INGRAM MARY INGRAM SHIRLEY INGRAM Activities of the Class of 1968 included Candlelight Service, voting for Senior Superlatives, vying of senior girls for the title of Miss William Penn, presenting the senior class play, attending the senior dinner-dance, Awards Day, making a homecoming float which captured first prize, and participating in the junior- senior prom. ROBERT JACKSON ANNIE JEFFERIES DONALD JOHNSON LUTHER JOHNSON ALEXANDER JONES JAMES JONES BEST SENIOR CITIZENS WERE EVELYN ARCHIE AND LARRY RUCKER BENJAMIN LAWRENCE MICHAEL LeGRANDE ELAINE LINDSAY MARSHALL LINDSEY JULIA LINTON GEORGE LITTLE As May approached and we stood on the threshold of a budding future, anticipation of the final events and ceremonies of the Senior year grew to a fever pitch. The prom came, bringing splendor and excitement, but the greatest memories will be our last two events. In the minds of the 1968 graduating class the august sim¬ plicity of the Baccalaureate Service and the solemn eminence of the final assembly, Commencement, will always remain. Perhaps the one event which produced a mixture of joy and regret was the singing of our beloved Alma Mater for the last time. JAMES LITTLE RODERICK LITTLE SHERRY LITTLE WILLIAM MACK JAMES MALLOY GLORIA MARTIN CHESTER MEBANE SARETTE MIDDLEBROOKS KENNETH MILLER WILLIAM MILLER FLETCHER MILLS BENJAMIN MOORE RICHARD McCLAIN TO NY McCORKLE SENIORS DEEMED MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED, SAUNDRA KENDALL AND PAUL BRAWNER larry McCullough RHONDA McGILL LONZELL McKIVER LOUIS NELSON FRANK PARKER JULIA PEGUESE TREZ PHIFER CAROLYN PHILLIPS FRANCES QUICK HERMAN RAWLINSON RANDOLPH REID WILLIE ROBERTS ETHEL ROBINSON RONALD ROBINSON DEBORAH ROEBUCK LARRY RUCKER WILLIAM SCOTT SENIORS RELAX BEFORE AFTERNOON CLASSES BEGIN JEANETTE SMITHERMANN ALFONZO SOUTHERLAND ROSE SPENCER CARLVENASTEED LEON STEED CAESAR STEVENS THE SENIOR COUNCIL PLANNED ALL SENIOR ACTIVITIES. EDMOND TORRENCE EVONIA TORRENCE LOUISE TUCKER BERNICE TYSON ELLA TYSON JERRY WALKER HENRY WALL HENRY WARDSWORTH GEORGE WARE CARNELL WATKINS MOST ATTRACTIVE SENIORS- ERNESTINE HICKS-STEPHEN DAVIS JACQUELINE WATTS JIMMY WATTS SYLVESTER WATTS BRENDA WHITE GLORIA ZIMMERMAN MARY ZINNERMAN SENIORS CHOOSE OTHER SUPERLATIVES Best Dressed (ABOVE) Ethel Robinson and Monroe Baker; Most Versatile (ABOVE) Dorothy Collins and Henry Wall; Most Studious, Shirl ey Sellers and Charles Gideon; and Most Cooperative, Elaine Lindsay and Larry Rucker. 105 106 THE ENDING OF A FOOTBALL TRADITION During the last fifteen years, the William Penn foot¬ ball team has established a legion of its own under the coaching of James W. Atkinson. Coach Atkinson is undoubtedly one of the most successful prep coaches in the state. Under him our Tig¬ er squads have won 95 games, lost 34 and tied 13; they have won one state title, been in the playoffs twice and won three district championships. He has sent out some¬ thing like three squads of ball players who have been solid college performers; and he has had only one losing season - this past one. There were several factors involved in this year’s re¬ cord, probably the foremost was the factor of the new school. Although interest was about the same, fewer boys went out for football, and going through a final season is bound to have a negative psychological reac¬ tion on the team. It wasn’t a fitting way for a coach like “Jim” Atkinson and a school like Penn to end, but the highly successful overall record absorbed this year’s mediocre mark. A tradition like the one belonging to Penn and Coach Atkinson is bound to continue somewhere ... 2 WINS, 5 LOSSES, 2 TIES COACH JAMES W. ATKINSON 107 Mr. J. N. Russell, Mr. W. K. Hunter, Mr. M. W. Randall, chairman; Mrs. H. M. Lewis, Mr. N. E. Bolds, and Mr. F. M. Gary. HOMECOMING COMMITTEE The primary objective of the Homecoming Com¬ mittee is to co-ordinate the planning for homecoming. They invite various businesses to enter floats in the parade, secure top bands to participate, are responsible for lining up the parade, and selecting judges for float competition. This year for the first time, the Mayor of High Point, the Honorable Robert Davis, rode in our annual parade. 108 The National Honor Society Hangs Reidsville in Effigy. “OLE” PENN SPIRIT SHALL NEVER DIE!! A Heartbreaker Ends in a Tie. ATHLETIC COMMITTEE: Mrs. Sandra Watson, Mr. W. K. Hunter, Mr. John Russell, Mr. James Atkinson, Mr. George Foree. A highlight of the Athletic Banquet at Top o’ the Mart was the awarding of most valuable player awards to Jimmy Bethea and Chester Mebane. WifMlHi H n l IT WRITES THE FINAL CHAPTER OF LONG YEARS OF FOOTBALL GLORY 1967 TEAM SCRIMMAGES IN PREPARATION FOR THE BIG ONES 111 1967-’68 FOOTBALL HIGHLIGHTS In spite of a season plagued with disappointing games the varsity Tigers showed a team spirit of determination and endurance. They plunged forward time and time again to give the opposing team a hard won victory. On this page and to the right are exciting scenes from this year’s contests. PENN ROSTER POSITION NAME NUMBER QB Chester Mebane 10 HB Thomas Tate 1 1 QB Gordon LeGrande 12 HB Charles Covington 13 HB Jimmie Bethea 20 HB Michael Dunn 21 HB Larry Davis 22 HB Melvin Rochelle 23 FB Larry Coleman 31 FB Michael Pike 33 HB Michael LeGrande 40 HB Donnie Jackson 41 HB Michael Lilly 42 HB Robert Jackson 43 C Robert Benjamin 50 C William Evans 52 T Jerrold Jones 67 G Acey Spencer 61 T Charles Little 74 G George Timberlake 72 FB James Mitchell 32 G Jimmie Fulford 64 T Stanley Haywood 65 ' p Lonzell McKiver 66 T Leon Steed 70 T Robert White 71 T Larry Ivey 72 T Alfred McCormick 75 E Gary Pinson 73 E William Mack 81 E Randolph Reid 82 E Johnny Murphy 84 E Sammie Steele 85 E Donald Dickey 86 E Wayne Spencer 87 G Emanuel Peat 60 T Edmond Torrence 76 E Gregory Bates 80 Captain Athletic Director John Russell Coaches James W. Atkinson William K. Hunter Manager— Larry McCullough Trainer Freddie Dawkins, Leon DeBerry, and Bryon Statistical! James Malloy GRADE 4 3 2 4 4 4 3 2 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 4 4 3 3 4 3 4 4 2 3 4 2 2 4 2 Jones 113 The Projectionists In 1962 a need was sensed for someone who could assist teachers in operating many audio-visual machines, then entrusted to the care of Mr. H. L. Hawkins. These persons would be trained to operate and keep track of all such equipment. The services rendered by these young men in transporting, repairing, accounting for and often operating equipment has been invaluable to the teachers. This year’s Projectionists, pictured above are (left to right) Frederick Bailey, Eddie Clinton, Benjamin Law¬ rence and Willie Roberts. Each year the Carl Chavis Branch YMCA honors its most out¬ standing Hi-Y boy by naming him Young Man of the Year. The overwhelming choice of the committee in charge this year was Eddie Clinton. 114 MISS HOMECOMING 1967 DIANNE DICKEY Carlvena Steed, Attendant Smiling broadly, Mr. Burford crowns Dianne Dickey Miss Home¬ coming. HOMECOMING More extensive planning and preparation went into tins year ' s homecoming festivities than ever before, for this was our last. The combined efforts of the students, faculty, and community made this homecoming a mem¬ orable occasion. It required many hours of work, but the results were rewarding. The senior class won first place in the float judging. Second place was awarded the Miss Homecoming float, prepared by Mr. Bolds and the shop boys. The gay atmosphere lifted the spirits of the students as they cheered the Tigers wildly. At halftime, the queens were escorted onto the field where the corona¬ tion ceremony took place. The band added the finish¬ ing touch with their spicy halftime show. We didn’t win — the game ended in a tie. Still, we all knew that our team had put forth its greatest effort, and to us, the Tigers would always be tops. ■ - 110 Miss Bricklaying 117 A coach is the driving force behind any team. Some¬ times he may be irritable, but for the most part he is a very patient man. Mr. George Foree, coach of this year’s basketball team is the type of coach all boys look up to. A native of Gary, Illinois, Mr. Foree attended Winston- Salem State Teachers College where he earned the Bachelor’s Degree in elementary education. Having graduated, he obtained the job as coach of the basket¬ ball team, and driver education instructor here at William Penn. Last season, Mr. Foree was building up his team in hopes of presenting a skilled group of players for the 1967-68 basketball season. Now taking a look at the statistics, we can see that he has just about reached that goal. Because, midway the season the team stands at the top of the heap with a 4-0 record in conference play. He admits that it’s a little early to predict a championship, but he does say that if the boys continue their efforts it is likely. Of course we here at Penn know it’s in the bag. 1968 TIGERS! This year the Tigers established the enviable reputa¬ tion of blocking more goal shots than any other team in the conference. Playmakers like Robert Dunbar, our best ball handler; guards, Eddie Clinton and Randy Reid; center, Jerry Camp; and reserves Jimmy Bethea and Henry Wall applied the pressure when it was most needed and thus pushed the Tigers to the top of the heap. 118 I M, | , c f S 3 $ :m pt. ' :1 T |V ; | [Lvj 1 SpBL .. J5 J t Afi 1 , ’ ? ■‘jgjjj jft t 0 Jg, ' “C? 1 J ; VARSITY NAME POSITION YEAR Eddie Clinton F 4 Chester Mebane G 4 Randolph Reid F 4 Jerry Camp C 4 Henry Wall G 4 Robert Dunbar G 4 George Creft F 4 Jimmy Bethea G 4 Carvin Steed G 3 JUNIOR VARSITY Ceasar Harris G 3 NAME POSITION YEAR Byron Jones C 3 Feroy Hilton F 3 Lonzell McKiver F 4 Raymond Crump G 3 Calvin Holmes G 4 Wayne Spencer C 2 Freddy Dawkins G 3 Benjamin Sturdivant F 3 Roland Froneyburger G 2 David Simmons G 3 Edward Holmes F 2 Sammy Steele C 3 Farry Wright F 3 Above, Penn stars, Eddie Clinton (11) and “Randy” Reid (45) go for the rebound as does Northwest Guilford player. Clinton comes home with the ba¬ con. At right, Robert Dunbar breaks free and drives for the basket. Cheerleaders “Candy” Bodie, Carlvena Steed, Mary Steed, Mary Gatewood, Sandra McCullough, Gloria Dunlap, and Bertha Sims cheered the teams in victory and defeat. 121 Jimmy Bet hea takes the low hurdles. James Brown, the Discus Thrower. In a relay, Lavester Washington and Chester Mebane give their batons to Wayne Lilly and William Mack. Kenny Goode flies through the air. i 122 Warren Cooke and Ronald Gaye Graham Daniels, Warren Cooke, Ronald Gaye, Harold Curtain. The 1967 season proved to be one of rebuilding for our tennis team. Mr. W. K. Hunter, the new coach, is an alumnus of Livingstone College where he was a notable netman. Lack of experience did much to hurt the team, but they look for a more profitable 1968 season. Members pictured are: Warren Cooke, Ronald Gaye, Stephen Daniels Harold Curtain, Helen Spears, Brenda Capel, Saundra Kendall, Carlvena Steed, and Annie Jefferies. (LEFT TO RIGHT): Helen Spears, Brenda Capel, Saundra Kendall, Carlvena Steed, Annie Jefferies, and Mr. Hunter, coach. 123 Dot leads students in cheers. 124 i y V • MISS WILLIAM PENN, 1967-68 DOROTHY COLLINS IrnSPTNE HICKS ATTENDANT SAUNDRA KENDALL ATTENDANT SPANISH CLUB HAD VARIOUS PROJECTS FOR THE YEAR SPANISH CLUB MEMBERS: (LEFT to RIGHT) FIRST ROW: Gwendolyn Walker, Mrs. Benicia Hernandez, adviser, Minnie The Spanish Language Club under the supervision of Mrs. Benicia Hernandez, promotes interest in and under¬ standing of Spanish and countries in which it is spoken. Through a genuine interest they acquired knowledge of Spanish customs, literature, and the people. Flowers. SECOND ROW: Carlvin Steed. Sammie Steele, Dorothy Collins, and Earline Smith. The club had several projects for the year. On Home¬ coming Day, they constructed a float which captured many admiring glances. Members conducted several money-making projects. The cafeteria was gaily deco¬ rated the year-round with Spanish posters. 127 Students from the North Carolina School of Arts stop off at Penn to display their talents to an eager audience. A warm-up session begins the delightful performance. PENN STUDENTS ENTRANCED BY DRAMATIC PRESENTATION The students show their imagination through make believe situations invented by their instructor. The Rev. James Phair was the guest speaker for the special Thanksgiving assembly. Thanksgiving is the time for being thankful and sharing blessings with others. Students at Penn kept this in mind as they decorated large boxes which were filled with food to be distributed later to needy families. THANKSGIVING BENEFIT SERVED NEEDY FAMILIES 129 During the summer of 1967, five students from Wil¬ liam Penn were participants in Project Upward Bound sponsored jointly by A T State University and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The cours¬ es offered were humanities, math-science, skill develop¬ ment, music, and the reader’s theater. The purpose of the program was to motivate the students to excel in all their endeavors. Upward Bounders are (LEFT TO RIGHT) Charles Gideon, Roderick Little, Gloria Martin, Gloria Carter, and Hubert Saunders. INSTITUTES CHALLENGE STUDENTS The Saturday School sessions, held at Bennett Col¬ lege, are open to any qualified juniors and seniors in high school. The purpose of the sessions is to prepare these students for college. The courses offered are math¬ ematics, English, reading, and anthropology. The ses¬ sions are held each Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 130 Students attending the Saturday School are: (LEFT TO RIGHT) Shirley Sellers, Candice Bodie, and Eva Thompson. There are two sides to every teacher’s desk the serious side and the humorous side. A noted teacher once wrote that he considered no day complete without at least one good laugh. Mrs. Kendall above demonstrates that teachers too are human. “They also serve who only stand and wait.” Smiling Carlvena Steed pauses for a moment between classes. Miss M. P. Browne pauses for a brief fete tete following the performance of students from the North Carolina School of the Performing Arts. STUDENT COUNCIL MEMBERS: (LEFT TO RIGHT) FIRST ROW: P. Rutledge, H. Clinton, L. Davis, P. Mebane, M. Brown, M. Colson. H. Dockery. S. Middlebrooks, V. Cassel. SECOND ROW: W. Banks, D. Dickey, P. Greene, L. Cathey, A. Gilmore, M Byers, R. Parks, D. Holly; THIRD ROW: L. Rucker, G. Carter, A. Torrence, H. bennect, D. Collins, E. Thomas, D. Hayes, L. Nance, C. Hin¬ son; FOURTH ROW: E. Simmons, D. Johnson, D. Douglas, M Pike, G. Rainey, G. Boss, D. Simmons, E. Clinton. SC SPONSORS MANY EVENTS The main purpose of the student council is to help guide and co-ordinate the efforts of the student body. Under the leadership of Earl Simmons, this organization is responsible for a variety of activities such as monitor¬ ing elections, sponsoring dances, and decorating the hall bulletin boards. 132 REPRESENTATIVES OF THE YOUTH COUNCIL (LEFT TO RIGHT): FIRST ROW: Dorothy Collins, Saundra Kendall, Vivian Moser, Barbara Carter. SECOND ROW: Larry Wright, Warren Thompson, and Eddie Clinton. The High Point Youth Council is a civic organization representing the youth of the city. Representatives for the council are chosen from the four area high schools. The purposes of the council are to co-ordinate activ- ties between the youths and adults of the city and to act as a junior city council. THE PATROL SQUAD Our patrol squad is very essential to safety in and glory is obtained, but the satisfaction of knowing the around the school during all of the school day. Little importance of the job is their reward. (LEFT TO RIGHT): Dianne Partee, Cheryl Dye, Carlvin Steed, Louis Nelson, Earl Simmons, John Rogers, Grover Robins, and Eddie Clinton. From all indications, we were saving the best for the last — as far as marching bands go. In this, Penn’s last year, it was made quite evident that our marching band has rarely been surpassed in excellence. It can be rated as one of the best in the history of our school. This year, under the direction of Mr. J. Y. Bell, our band traveled far and wide, entertaining scores of people with a display of their marching ability and musical genius. Their participation in the Homecoming and Christmas parades was surely one of the memorable highlights of the 1967-1968 school year. T he Penn band forms the famous “WP” for the last time. MARCHING BAND PLAYS ITS “SWAN SONG” The “Front 8” competently lead the band. 135 (LEFT TO RIGHT): Miss Burris, Practice Teacher; Dianne Partee, Linda Davis, Louis Nelson, Gilda Watts, Jacquelyn Watts, Carolyn Phillips, Donald Johnson, Caesar Stephens, Brenda Capel, Vera Lattimore, and Mrs. Lindsey, Practice Teacher. FBLA DEVELOPS BUSINESS LEADERSHIP The Future Business Leaders of America achieve their goal of developing business leadership and preparing for successful citizenship through study and practical appli¬ cation of their skill. The members serve their school and at the same time enhance their skills by typing and du¬ plicating materials for the faculty. Mrs. H. M. Lewis and Mrs. M. E. Chess were the ad¬ visers for 1967-1968. 136 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The greatest honor that can be bestowed upon a ju¬ nior or senior is induction into the National Honor So¬ ciety. This organization is founded on four basic prin¬ ciples which are the criteria for induction: (1) scholar¬ ship, (2) character, (3) service, (4) leadership. i ' f 1 7 if Si ' if Saundra Kendall President Secretary Frederick Bailey Paul Brawner Gloria Carter Gloria Martin Willie Roberts Shirley Sellers Mr. F. M. Gary Sponsor Vera Lattimore Treasurer Rose Sturdivant 137 THE FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES EDDIE CLINTON, PRESIDENT J.W. ATKINSON, ADVISER The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a movement of faith and of action. It is one of the most important organizations of the school in that its basic goal is to strengthen the moral and spiritual fiber of athletes at William Penn. FCA shows that it is possible to be a Christian on as well as off the athletic field. A few basic principles guide them: (1) be more God conscious, (2) be honest, (3) be consistent in the living of your conviction, (4) commu¬ nicate in the hearer’s language as best you can what you believe and what you have personally experienced. Mem¬ bers of the organization seek to help each other become better men and better examples of what God can do with a yielded life. FCA policies are established by a Board of Directors assisted by a Board of Trustees and an Advisory Council. Two of the members, Henry Wall and Eddie Clinton, attended the FCA Southeast Regional Conference held at Black Mountain. 138 1-PhY-CH The Bi-Phy-Chem Club stimulates the scientific inter¬ est of the William Penn student. It develops this interest in three major sciences: biology, chemistry, and physics. It is affiliated with The Science Clubs of America. Choir members are: (FIRST ROW) L. Davis, B. Brown, I. Watts, D. Goss, D. Holly, C. Howell; (SECOND ROW) E. Torrence, G. Carter. M. Williams, B. O’Neil, S. Sellers, E. Goss, S. Curtain, B. Carter; (THIRD ROW) G. Dunlap, M. Colson, D. Roebuck, V. Cassell, E. Robinson, R. McGill, S. Middlebrooks, E. Thompson, H. Clinton, P. Rutledge, J. Keenan; (FOURTH ROW) J. Butts, P. Armstrong, E. M. Thompson, C. Y. Howell, S. Ingram, G. Sturdivant. P. Ingram, L. Alexander, E. Thomas, F. Hall, A. Gil¬ more. H. Bennett; (FIFTH ROW) T. Miller, W. Evans, M. Diggs, D. Stafford, S. Steele, D. Dickey, R. Evans, N. Smith, D. Jack- son, A. Simrel; (SIXTH ROW) G. Rainey, J. Quick, W. Ham¬ mond, L. DeBerry, J. Bethea, W. Simpson, B. Perkins, R. Hinson, M. Pike, J. Lovette, S. Davis, and F. Witherspoon. CHORUS DEPARTMENT-A VERSATILE i The concert choir relaxes after their perfor¬ mance for the North Carolina Teachers Asso¬ ciation meeting at Penn. GROUP OF SINGERS Practice, polish, and perform are the three “P’s” of a versatile group of talented singers. These are the quali¬ ties of the concert choir at William Penn. Their choral organizations present many local pro¬ grams and perform outstandingly in district and state competition. Along with performing in the customary spring concert, the chorus provided music for gradu¬ ation exercises, Christmas and Thanksgiving programs, and many Friday assemblies. The students and faculty of William Penn High School can certainly be proud of the manner in which the members of the choral group donated their time and talents to carry the name of our school everywhere. 141 FHA AFFORDS EXPERIENCE IN HOMEAAAKING The over-all goal of the organization is to help indi¬ viduals improve personal, family, and community living, now and in the future. In the achievement of this over-all goal, Future Home¬ makers of America have set eight purposes. They are: 1. To promote a growing appreciation of the joys and satisfactions of homemaking, 2. To emphasize the importance of worthy home membership, 3. To encourage democracy in home and community life, 4. To work for good home and family life for all. 5. To promote international good will, 6. To foster the development of creative leadership in home and community life, 7. To provide wholesome individual and group rec¬ reation, 8. To further interest in home economics. The national projects in which the members are par¬ ticipating this year are: (1) Individuality Counts — to stress the importance of the development of each mem¬ ber, (2) Your Neighbor Near and Far and (3) Com¬ munity Beauty Is Our Duty. 142 STUDENT INTEREST IN DRAMA GROWS Dramatists (LEFT TO RIGHT) FIRST ROW: Evonia Torrence, Rose Parks, Sarette Middlebrooks, Carolyn Phillips, Carlvena Steed, Rose Sturdivant, Barbara Carter, Myrtle Colson. SECOND ROW: Trez Phifer, Gloria Ingram, Gloria Carter, Patricia Gilmore, Brenda Caple, Dorothy Collins, Vonzella LeGrande, Sandra Curtain, Alicia Gilmore. THIRD ROW: Henry Wall, Benjamin Lawrence, Eddie Clinton, Mrs. King, adviser, Stephen Davis, Leon Steed, Larry Wright. The Drama club displays its excellent talent in frequent appearances on stage under the supervision of Mrs. King. Members presented several plays for the student body, and were participants in a regional drama guild at Livingstone College in Salisbury. 143 FIRST ROW: (LEFT TO RIGHT) Beverly Bennett, Freddy Dawkins. SECOND ROW: Willie Barringer, Larry Wright, Alfonso Southerland, Carlvin Steed, Stephen Davis, Arthur Simrel, David Simmons, Micheal Pike. THIRD ROW: Advisors; Mr. Marion Cobb, Mr. John Russell, and Mr. Nathaniel Bolds. Hl-Y PURPOSE: TO CREATE, MAINTAIN, AND EXTEND THROUGHOUT THE HOME, SCHOOL, AND COMMUNITY HIGH STANDARDS OF CHRISTIAN CHARACTER Hi-Y is a YMCA club for high school boys. Members join the club seeking friendship, adventure, recreation, and inspiration. They seek to make living better for themselves, for their friends, and for their community. Each club has an adult adviser whose responsibility is to help members select goals for positive personal and group living. They try to make their goals realistic and, at the same time, harmonious with the national Hi-Y Purpose. The name Hi-Y stands for “high school YMCA. While clubs are formed in a variety of community settings, they are normally made up of boys from the upper three senior high school grades. Hi-Y clubs operate on a four-plank platform— CLEAN SPEECH, CLEAN SPORTSMANSHIP, CLEAN SCHOLARSHIP and CLEAN LIVING. Hi-Y Goals enable a boy to Enjoy creative use of leisure time. Form important lasting friendships. Develop capacities for leadership. Grow as a citizen in home, school, and community. Grow in his faith and develop - by examining reli¬ gious teachings, broadening his knowledge of other faiths, and joining others in worship. Achieve a sense of personal worth — by developing his talents and skills. 144 Y-Teen Valderettes: TOP ROW (LEFT TO RIGHT) Gloria Carter, Gloria Martin, Shirley Sellers, Brenda Caple, Shirley Gainey, Debo¬ rah Roebuck, Myrtle Colson. BOTTOM ROW: Evonia Torrence, Barbara Carter, Carolyn Phillips, Gloria Haywood, Melvinia Byers, Janice Butts. Y-TEENS GROW AS PERSONS THROUGH SERVING OTHERS The purposes of Y-Teens include the betterment of the community and to be spiritually enriched by service to God. Weekly meetings consist of various programs, discussions and service projects. Other activities include the Miss YWCA pageant and the spring formal that give girls a chance to develop socially under spiritual gui¬ dance. The girls sent representatives to the World Fellowship Conference held in Washington, D.C., and have had one delegate to attend the National Convention in Canada. Entre-Nous TOP ROW: (LEFT TO RIGHT) Annie Thompson, Patricia Crawford, Alice McAdoo, Earlina Tucker, Debra Pinson, Gloria Sturdivant. BOTTOM ROW: Annie Torrence, Bertha Diggs, Delois Bynum, Vivian Moseley, and Betty White. MODERN DANCE MODERN DANCE GROUP: (LEFT TO RIGHT) Linda Mclnnis; Annie Jeffries; Rose Sturdivant; Evonia Torrence; Sandra Curtain; Myrtle Colson; Virginia Allen; and Waltina Moore. E.E. JUST BIOLOGY CLUB The E. E. Just Biology Club’s objective is to promote student interest in biology through original investigations. It encourages students to pursue careers in the field of biology. Caesar Harris watches hopefully and anxiously during final moments of play which saw the Tigers end their career by winning the “N.C. Triple A Division” basketball championship. 147 ANNUAL STAFF MEMBERS WORKED DILI LAYOUT CREW: (LEFT to RIGHT) Gloria Martin, Paul Brawner, and Shirley Sellers. 148 Advertising Manager, Roderick Little; Circulation Manager, Rose Sturdivant; and Business Manager, Frederick Bailey. GENTLY ON THE PENNPOINT’S LAST EDITION Everyday from the yearbook room, there were sounds of diligent annual staff members working busi¬ ly on the Pennpoint’s last edition. The staff members, chosen for their creative abilities and their willingness to work long hours, spent much of their free time in producing a first-rate yearbook. Our task differed from those of previous years in a number of ways. The pressure imposed by the knowledge that this was our last book, added cover¬ age, the sudden and unexpected hospitalization of the adviser, the inexperience of the staff all combined to make our task more dif ficult. An audible sigh of relief could be heard when the final material had been sent and the editorial staff could relax and wait for the return of the proofs. It had all been hectic, yet enjoyable and through the doing and redoing of layouts and copy, editing, cropping, proofreading and meeting deadlines students learned the basic fundamentals of journalism. Photographer Tony McCorkle poses for a picture. Early in the fall of 1966 the administration concluded that it might be well worth our while to forego a 1967 Pennpoint and bend our efforts toward creating a bigger final edition. There were notable sighs and regrets particu¬ larly from the class of 1967. They were assured however that our final edition would feature them along with current classes. Top Left Picture (LEFT to RIGHT) Mrs. Marlene Chess, Mrs. Gwendolyn Davis, Miss E. L. McConnell and Mrs. V. B. Kendall. Top Right Picture (LEFT to RIGHT- Standing) J. Malloy, W. Roberts, H. Saunders, C. Stevens; (Seated) V. Lattimore, C. Gideon, S. Kendall. (Copy and Layout Aides). Bottom Picture (LEFT to RIGHT) C. Steed, D. Scott, D. Roebuck, G. Boyd, D. Scott, I. Parker, D. Bailey, G. Carter, J. Butts. 150 In the spring a faculty committee was named to assist students in financing their yearbook. Mrs. V. B. Kendall became chairman of the finance committee, Mrs. G. P. Davis assumed responsibility along with student, Rode¬ rick Little, for organizing the advertising solicitations, and Mrs. M. E. Chess along with Myrtle Colson assumed responsibility for the bookkeeping and reporting of all monies. Mrs. H. M. Lewis worked with Caesar Stevens, chief typist. Responsibility for coordination of all these activities and of directing students in the actual pro¬ duction of the yearbook again became the task of Miss E. L. McConnell. As we neared our first deadline our adviser became ill and was hospitalized. We were with¬ out her services for one month. Other teachers, notably Mrs. E. B. Stewart, gave their assistance during Miss McConnell’s absence. A?lS Jl£ CL AacA ' $aA yc i£ ' Any 2s LAynnnyjurzdsU 0 c i iaia ■— nyi ATiA ' Acr cyy } jtA Lyyu K ' ty su£A2A jy siyc ' ' £eAsw c A A L At cl And aaCias-cca y y MALtduAJtiA Asnyy CLAuA s7nA- n- - snd jOct-L b AyyytyfctsrisCcts yCy OTUL y Lu y Jvruyvirct OTC ac X C4l£ ' yytajtes J AuzJt yrnAL } nx£. ’Lurt ds j • 152 Through the years Penn has reaped a rich harvest from the support of loyal groups dedicated in their service. One such organization is Delta Sigma Theta, Incorporated, an international service organization, composed of high calibre college women who con¬ tribute countlessly in time and effort and money to the growth of Penn ideals. The library has been enriched by the contribution of books by and about Negroes. For many years the Job Opportunities Clinic was sponsored by this group. The Jabberwock, an annual presentation has enter¬ tained Pennites and provided funds for more than $10,000 in scholarships to worthy girl graduates of Penn. At the right is Betty Cathey, 1968 Queen of the Jabberwock. Below are other contestants. | JABBERWOCK AMERICANA | WILLIAM PENN HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1942 No school anyplace has a more loyal alumni group than has William Penn. This year local alumni led by Frank Mason, Chair¬ man, and Mrs. Feama Robertson, secretary have planned a gala celebration for Penn’s final commencement. In¬ vitations went out all over America and response has been enormous. Among planned events are special commemorative programs, a dance, the awarding of scholarships and other events. New York alumni lavishly entertained Principal Bur- ford and announced its intention to continue the award¬ ing of scholarships annually. 154 C0TILL10NETTES (LEFT TO RIGHT): Saundra Kendall, Patricia Horne, Mary Baker, Dianne Dickey, Patricia Gilmore, Dorothy Collins, Deborah Roebuck, Shirley Sellers, Jeannette Smitherman, Carol Howell, Barbara Carter, Shirley Gainey, Eva Thompson, Brenda Capel, Virginia Allen, Gloria Martin, Vera Lattimore, and Ernestine Hicks. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is the oldest of the predominantly Negro sororities, dedicated to com¬ munity service. One of its major projects is the Annual Spring Cotillion. This affair presents to society out¬ standing young high school girls who have been se¬ lected on the basis of character, dignity, scholarship, and poise. The chosen young women go through a whirlwind of cultural, spiritual and social experiences culminating in the Cotillion Ball. Proceeds are used to finance several scholarships for young women at Penn who aspire to college atten¬ dance. 155 THE GRAND REUNION Early in the year local alumni of William Penn began a series of meetings designed for the purpose of planning a reunion of all known H.P.N. and I. — Penn graduates whose whereabouts were known. Frank Mason, Sr. was named temporary chairman; Faema Robertson, secretary, and we were on our way. Correspondence far and wide elicited en¬ thusiastic response. Plans were made for a giant reunion May 24—26, 1968. During February, Principal Burford, while attending a session of the N.A.S.S.P. was in¬ vited to sit in on a meeting at the New York alumni, one hundred and fifty strong, and he was entertained royally as this group made its plans to charter buses to attend the re¬ union. May 24 saw Pennites from the East and the West, the North and the South, and from the four corners of the world assembling to pay their final respects and to honor their princi¬ pal, newly named principal of Andrews High School (the first Negro principal in North Carolina to head a predominately white School). They represented all the professions, ser¬ vices, industry, education, religion, politics. They were Ph.D.’s, Fulbright Scholars, Wood- row Wilson Fellows, high ranking military officers, scientists, musicians, journalists, all. They attest to the fact that Penn has truly served her state, locality, nation and the world, far beyond “her poor power.’ To perpetuate Penn’s memory they formed a permanent organization, pledged themselves to meet annually and to award scholarships to deserving boys and girls. With these alumni as propagators, Penn’s spirit shall live on for¬ ever. 156 Congratulations 1968 HIGHLAND COTTON GRADUATES MILLS, INC. CLOVERDALE DYE Your Penn Family WORKS Faculty Students Alumni 157 J. Atkinson Miss L. McConnell J. Bell Mrs. A. McLeod Mrs. V. Kendal! Mrs. A. Speight N. S. Morehead D. Neely Mrs. F. Atkinson E. Moseley Mrs. E. P. Wilson THROUGH THE YEARS PENN’S FACULTY HAS COME FROM DIVERSE PLACES BUT THEY HAVE REMAINED TO ENRICH THE LIFE OF OUR COMMUNITY. THESE ARE VET¬ ERANS OF 10 OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE, HERE AND IN THE COMMUNITY. Mesdames Atkinson, McLeod and Speight and Messrs. Moseley and Neely moved with the eighth and ninth grades to continue their years of service at the Griffin Junior High School. Later following successful years as Dean and Assis¬ tant Principal, Mr. N. S. Morehead was elevated to principalship at the Griffin Junior High School. In 1963 following long years of faithful service, Mrs. Wilson retired. Since retirement she has continued to serve almost full time as substitute teacher. Others who are not here pictured are Mr. A. F. Mc- Adoo, now employed at Northeast Junior High School; Mesdames D. Bostic, E. Hughes, B. Sanders, E. Stewart, and Miss M. Browne, still at Penn; Mrs. E. Carter at Fairview Street School; Mrs. A. Jones, retired; Mr. C. E. Yokeley, Parkview Village principal; and Mrs. G. W. Yokeley, music supervisor. 158 Two teams of nine persons each visited scores of businessmen with enormous success. TEAM 1 FRONT ROW (LEFT TO RIGHT), Willie Roberts, Barbara Carter, Frederick Bailey, Rose Sturdivant, Gloria Carter, and Gloria Martin. SECOND ROW, Paul Brawner, Eddie Clinton. TEAM 2 FRONT ROW (LEFT TO RIGHT), Jerry Baiem, Saundra Ken¬ dall, Carlvena Steed, Larry Rucker. SECOND ROW, Benjamin Lawrence, Roderick Little, Shirley Sellers, and Charles Gideon IN MEMORIAM Since the founding of H.P.N. I. this nation has been involved in the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, the Korean War and the present Viet Nam conflict. Our alumni have always faith¬ fully answered the call to duty as thousands have served in civilian or military capacities. Hundreds have fallen in the line of duty. This final edition pays tribute to the many veterans of combat living and dead, who gladly gave their lives, their service and their sacred honor to further the cause of democracy. I I | K, 161 BRENDA BROWN MISS PENNPOINT 1968 Virginia Allen Miss Pennpoint Runner-up A spirited contest, designed to aid in financing our final edition developed between eleven senior girls vying for the honor of being named Miss Pennpoint, 1967 - 68. MISS PENNPOINT CONTESTANTS AND ESCORTS: (LEFT TO RIGHT) Jerry Camp, Brenda Caple, Dianne Simon, Myrtle Colson, Virginia Allen, Geraldine Phelps, Elaine Lindsay, Gloria Haywood, Brenda Brown, Ernestine Hicks, Dianne Holly, Sandra Curtain, Donald Johnson. 163 NON STAFFERS WERE ENCOURAGED TO SECURE PATRONS AS SUPPORTERS The boy and girl securing the largest number were named Mr. and Miss Pennpoint Patron A Miss Joyce Adams Washington, D. C. Mrs. Nannie B. Albea Mr. Carlson Alston, Sr. Mrs. Sandra Alston Winston-Salem, North Carolina Mr. Willie Alston Mrs. Fannie Atkinson Mr. David A. Atwood B Mr. J. E. Baldwin Mr. Leon Ball Mr. J. W. Ballenger Mr. J. L. Barlow Mrs. Hildred Barringer Mrs. Marion Bass Mr. Byron T. Batcher Mr. Mrs. Robert Beatty Mr. Tommie Bell Mrs. Mary Blackburn Mrs. Pearline Bowden Mrs. Catherine Brewington Goldsboro, North Carolina Mr. Benjamin Brockman Miss Barbara J. Brothers Rev. Mrs. G. L. Brown Mrs. P. P. Burford Mr. J. C. Burroughs Mrs. Bertha L. 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Main Fairfield Piazza 331 Brentwood Street High Point, North Carolina Phone 885-5221 “Craftsmen In The Art of Fine Cleaning” TOM ' S CHICKEN VILLA NO. 1 Compliments of 1924 English Road SOUTHERN SEATING High Point, North Carolina COMPANY Phone 883-7512 MICKEY PRINTING COMPANY EZ9D- 2352 English Rd. High Point, N. C. 27261 Tel. 882-4621 HIGH POINT BOILER TANK COMPANY, INC. STANLEY BROTHERS 2411 English Road - Phone 882-4217 HIGH POINT, NORTH CAROLINA 27260 172 BURGER CHEF OF HIGH POINT 1912 South Main Street City NUGGET HOUSE RESTAURANT 129 North Main Street WOOD-ARMFIELD FURNITURE COMPANY 460-62-64 South Main Street High Point, N. C. Phone 888-4260 EMMA ' S MATERNITY SHOP 122 West Broad Street City The Fashion-Word For Smart Mothers-To-Be COMPLIMENTS OF GLOBE FURNITURE COMPANY 173 Compliments of HIGH POINT AUTO PARTS COMPANY GRIFFITH OFFICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY 793 North Main Street High Point, N. C. SWAIM SUPPLY COMPANY MARY CARTER PAINTS INCORPORATED High Point-Henderson-Rocky Mount- 1312 South Main Street Salisbury High Point, N. C. Plumbing-Heating-Air Conditioning- Industrial Supplies Phone 882-8915 SENIOR STATISTICS ALBERTA ALLEN 214-A Windley Street Student Council VIRGINIA ALLEN 5-B Daniel Brooks Senior Council; Future Teachers of America; YWCA; Valderettes Club; Hillside’s Teenage Club ROBBIE ONEDIA ALSTON 303 Windley Street EVELYN ANNETTE ARCHIE 303 Meredith Street ROBERT DANIEL AUSTIN 1002 Meadowbrook Boulevard DOROTHY BROWN 21-B Clara Cox Apartments Tri-Hi-Y; Coed Club; Dramatics Club; Band JAMES ARCHIE BROWN, JR. 217 Windley Street Coed Club; Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Football JANICE EDWINA BUTTS 302 Windley Street YWCA; Valderettes Club; Choir; Girl Scouts; Future Homemakers of America; French Club MELVINIA MARIA BYERS 114 Beach Street YWCA; Valderettes Club; Student Council; Future Homemakers of America; Girl Scouts FREDERICK ULISHUA BAILEY 204 Gordon Street National Honor Society; Bi-Phy-Chem; Yearbook Staff; Projectionist Club; YMCA ROBERT EARL BYNUM 816 Martin MARY FRANCES BAKER 222 Windley Street JERRY WAYNE CAMP 1921 Fern Street Basketball MONROE BAKER 222 Windley Street JERRY BALEM 1207 Kivett Drive DAPHNE JOYCE BARRINGER 407 Underhill Street Band BRENDA JEAN CAPLE 47-A Daniel Brooks YWCA; Valderettes Club; Dramatics Club; Tri-Hi-Y BARBARA JEAN CARTER 603 Ellwood Drive Dramatics Club; Band; National Honor Society; Youth Council; Valderettes Club; YWCA; Bi-Phy-Chem Club ROBERT BENJAMIN, JR. 212 Morgan Street Football team; Track team; Fellowship of Christian Athletes JIMMY BETHEA 824 Fairview Street Football; Basketball; Track; Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Choir PAUL WEBSTER BRAWNER 214 West Willis Avenue National Honor Society; Yearbook, Editor BRENDA ALOIS BROWN 704 Elwood Drive Choir; Coed Club GLORIA LUEVINA CARTER 702 Tate Street YWCA; Valderettes Club; Choir; National Honor So¬ ciety; Student CounciLDramatics Club; Upward Bound; Bi-Phy-Chem Club; Yearbook Staff LAVERNE CATHEY 701 Penn Place SAMUEL CHAPMAN, JR. 1207 Hoover Street GREGG JUNIOUS CHARLES 204 Price Street JULIUS ALLEN CLARK 37-A Daniel Brooks 175 Continued on page 178 CENTRAL SAVINGS BANK 100 North Main Street High Point, North Carolina Compliments of ROSE FURNITURE COMPANY, INC. 214-216 South Elm Street Phone 88-26871 High Point, North Carolina No more pressing problems AMAZING ANVIL-SET PROCESS GUARANTEES SLACKS PERMANENT As long as these tradi¬ tionally styled Anvil-Set Slacks are worn, they will never need ironing . . . because their Koratrcn® finish puts the crease in perma¬ nently . . . keeps wrin¬ kles out. .. keeps you look¬ ing smart. This exclusive finish makes this guarantee possible.- “Anvil-Set Casuals will give you better wash and wear results than you ever enjoyed before, without ironing or pressing, or your money refunded. Anvil Erand, Inc. Found at better stores everywhere ANVIL BRAND INC. 176 Compliments of Compliments of CRAVEN-JOHNSON- POLLOCK, INC. S. P. MELLONAS Realtors 521 N. Main St. Phone 88 UNITED CREDIT JAKE FROELICH VENEERS, CORPORATION INC. 210 E. Washington Drive Fine Cabinet Woods and High Point, N. C. Phone 882-1418 Imported Plywood Personal Loans $50 to $600 344 N. Wren Street Tel. 883-4134 J. Robert Buie, Manager HAUSER MARLEY Compliments of Wholesale and Retail A FRIEND GROCERIES, FEEDS AND FERTILIZER Telephone 882-6719 118-120 N. Wrenn Phone 882-3210 _Nelson C jf- lor is t CAMEL PAWN SHOP, INC. C. 3 ecorator “Home of Low Prices” 222 North Main Street - High Point, N. C. Helen Francis Nelson 211 N. Main Street Telephone High Point, N.C. 27260 883-1265 888-6901 177 SENIOR STATISTICS EDDIE BERNARD CLINTON 1614 West Avenue Dramatics; Band; Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Senior Council: Patrol Squad; Projectionist Club; Stu¬ dent Council STEPHEN HAROLD DAVIS 1151 East Avenue PHYLLIS ANN DAWKINS 50-A Daniel Brooks GARFIELD COBB 1109 Dartmouth Street DIANNE DICKEY 1515 Furlough Street LENARDO COLEMAN 1600 Boundary Avenue Coed Club; Football; FCA DONALD RAY DICKEY 1515 Furlough Street Fellowship of Christian Athletes DOROTHY ANN COLLINS 832 Fairview Street Youth Council; Dramatics Club; Band MELVIN ALBERT DIGGS 823 Willow Place DAN ROGERS DOUGLASS, JR. BENJAMIN COLSON 401 West Willow Avenue 806 Meredith Street Fellowship of Christian Athletes MYRTLE FAYE COLSON 1120 Downing Street Tri-Hi-Y; Coed Club; Modern Dance; Choir; Student Council; Valderettes Club; YWCA; Dramatics Club ROBERT EDWARD DUNBAR 403 Cedar Street Basketball; Fellowship of Christian Athletes LEROY EASTER 129 Underhill Street BARBARA ANN COTTON 836 Willow Place MARY LOUISE EASTER 129 Underhill Street CHARLES GREGORY COVINGTON 1407 Brooks Street ROBIN EVANS 613 Tate Street GLENN THOMAS CRAWFORD 27-A Daniel Brooks Apartments Bi-Phy-Chem Choir SHIRLEY ANNETTE GAINEY 310 Cedar Street GEORGE FRANK CREFT 908 Barbee Street Basketball; Fellowship of Christian Athletes YWCA; Valderettes Club JOSIE BELLE GARVIN 508 Amos Street VELMA CROSS 209 Downing Street Tri-Hi-Y; Future Homemakers of America YWCA; Valderettes CHARLES EUGENE GIDEON 213 Woodbury Street SANDRA DELORIS CURTAIN 703 Cliffside Avenue Choir; Dance Group; Cheerleader Band; National Honor Society JOHN ANDREW GILL 30-D Daniel Brooks Apartments EARL DAVIS 522 Amos Street PATRICIA GILMORE 725 Cliffside Street LINDA ALBERTA DAVIS 1601 Graves Avenue Coed Club; Future Homemakers of America Dramatics; Methodist Youth Fellowship LARRY NATHANIEL GRAVES 305 Fourth Street 178 Continued on page 180 YOUNTS GIFTS AND FINE FOODS Fancy Fruit Baskets and Food Gifts Compliments of CAROLINA DECORATOR CENTER 2012 English Road High Point, N. C. 27260 Phone: 882-9327 OPEN FRIDAY NIGHT TILL 10 OTHER NIGHTS TILL 9 High Points First And Finest Complete Family Store 179 SENIOR STATISTICS BRENDA JOYCE GREEN 802 Carter Street Coed Club; Future Homemakers of America HERMAN LEE HALL 216 Kivett Drive JOHN WESLEY HALL 1319 Boundary Street GILBERT DONNELL HARRINGTON 217 West Avenue BRENDA FAYE HARRIS 1001 Hoover Avenue Future Homemakers of America; Tri-Hi-Y HERBERT HARRIS 604 Ashburn Street JIMMY DALLAS HARRISON 410-C Daniel Brooks Band HARRY HAYES 612 Mangum Avenue LAVINIA L. HEMPHILL 1901 Fern Avenue ERNESTINE HICKS 204-A Windley Street Coed Club; Future Homemakers of America CARLTON B. HINSON 403 Taylor Avenue Student Council; Senior Council DIANNE INGRID HOLLY 1612 Boundary Avenue Coed Club; Valderettes Club; Student Council; Choir CALVIN EUGENE HOLMES 806 Leonard Avenue PATRICIA ANN HORNE 1220 Pearson Place Coed Club; Future Homemakers of America CAROL YVONNE HOWELL 500 Vail Avenue CAROLE LYNETTE HOWELL 58-A Daniel Brooks Choir FRANKIE CARL HOWELL 1417 E. Commerce Street DOROTHY ANN HUNTER 616 Tate Street BRENDA JEAN INGRAM 1314 Furlough Avenue Future Homemakers of America; Valderettes Club CHARLES CLAVON INGRAM 1121 Dartmouth Avenue CYNTHIA INGRAM 1314 Furlough Avenue ERWIN KINSTON INGRAM 307 Hay Street HARVEST INGRAM 627 Hulda Street Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Track MARY FRANCES INGRAM 528 E. Washington Drive POLLY MARIE INGRAM 114 Hoskins Street WILLIAM CODIES INGRAM 1601 Oneka Drive ROBERT JACKSON 1726 Kivett Drive ANNIE LOUISE JEFFERIES 1206 Leonard Avenue Tri-Hi-Y; Y-Teen; Valderettes Club; Modern Dance CLEVELAND OTIS JOHNSON 317 Windley Street DONALD MITCHELL JOHNSON 505-B Meredith Street Bi-Phy-Chem Club; Senior Council LUTHER JOHNSON 317 Windley Street ALEXANDER JONES 1315-E Commerce Street 180 Continued on page 182 Compliments of PIEDMONT SAVINGS AND LOAN COMPANY Congratulations for 76 Years of Service Well Done ARTHUR C. CORPENING 181 SENIOR STATISTICS JAMES L. JONES 806 Lincoln Avenue Coed Club SAUNDRA ANN KENDALL 203 Meredith Street Band; Future Teachers of America; National Honor Society; Biology Club; Youth Council AUDREA LYNN KIMBLE 5-A Daniel Brooks Tri-Hi-Y; Band ALBERT KING, JR. 120714 Furlough Street Coed Club JAMES THOMAS KIRBY 1707-A Fern Stret VERA JOANNE LATTIMORE 519 Windley Street Band; National Honor Society BENJAMIN JASPER LAWRENCE, III 1404 Wendell Avenue Bi-Phy-Chem Club; Band; Projectionist Club; Yearbook Staff MICHAEL EUGENE LEGRANDE 1317 Boundary Avenue Fellowship of Christian Athletes SHERRY ALICIA LITTLE 510-A Saunders Place WILLIAM CHARLES MACK 114 Camden Street JAMES MALLOY 823 Hunter’s Court Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Bi-Phy-Chem Club GLORIA MARTIN 415 Hobson Street YWCA; National Honor Society; Bi-Phy-Chem Club; Valderettes Club; Yearbook Staff, Associate Editor; Project Upward Bound; UNC- G A T Saturday Tutorial Sessions CHESTER ARTHUR MEBANE, III 1407 Wendell Avenue Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Basketball; Track; Football SARETTE MIDDLEBROOKS 1000 Park Street Dramatics; Student Council; Tri-Hi-Y KENNETH MILLER 53-E Daniel Brooks WILLIAM MILLER, JR. 30814 Loflin Street MARSHALL RAY LINDSAY ELAINE LINDSEY 516 Cross Street Valderettes Club; Cheerleader EDWARD DEWITT MOCK 1035 Leonard Street BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MOORE, JR. 522 Ashburn Street JULIA ELLEN LINTON 816 Mobile Street Coed Club; Future Homemakers of America RICHARD MCCLAIN, JR. 1509 Franklin Street YMCA GEORGE LITTLE, JR. 828 Willow Place JAMES CRAVEN LITTLE 1903 Drew Street RODERICK BERNARD LITTLE 913 Redding Drive Yearbook Staff; Project Upward Bound; Dramatics TONY SYLVESTER MCCORKLE 1417 Cedrow Avenue Bi-Phy-Chem Club; Yearbook Staff, Photographer; Patrol Squad. ALFRED MCCORMICK 600 Hulda Street LARRY D. MCCULLOUGH 504 Fourth Street 182 Continued on page 184 BEESON HARDWARE CO., INC. High Point, North Carolina “We Outfit the Tigers!” The Finest in Sports Equipment Phone 888-4551 888-4552 FURNITURE CITY FINANCE, INC. Loans $10.00 to $100.00 High Point, North Carolina HIGH POINT CLEANERS Get in on our Mon. Tues. 115 West Washington Street Year around special Phone 882-8423 Any 4 Pants, Sweaters, Skirts, for just 994 $2.00 For every Customer referred -- Suits Dresses 75 each COMPLIMENTS OF HERITAGE Design Craftsmanship 183 SENIOR STATISTICS DIANNE MARIE MCFADDEN 404 White Oak Street DEBORAH ROBIN ROEBUCK 1208 Dartmouth Avenue RHONDA FAYE MCGILL 916 West Green Street YWCA; Dramatics; Choir; French Club; Valderettes Club; Yearbook Staff LARRY CLARK RUCKER LONZELL MCKIVER, JR. 803 Tate Street 902 Cassell Street HUBERT JEROME SAUNDERS LOUIS WILLIAM NELSON 311 Baptist Place 1805 Drew Street Science Club FRANK MAURICA PARKER 505 Radford Street SHIRLEY JEAN SELLERS 708 Ellwood Drive Future Homemakers of America; YWCA; Choir; Na¬ JULIA WANETTA PEGUES 1207 Franklin Avenue tional Honor Society; Yearbook Staff; Bennett College Saturday School Sessions; Valderettes Club; Methodist Youth Fellowship AUNITA PERRY 55-B Daniel Brooks Future Homemakers of America SADIE DIANNE SCOTT 608 Hulda Street YWCA; Valderettes Club TREZ REBECCA PHIFER 1203 Wendell Avenue Valderette Club; Y-Teen WILLIAM GENE SCOTT 805 Thissell Street DARRELL NORMAN SIMON CAROLYN PHILLIPS 708-G Kent Street Valderettes Club; Dramatics 805 Vail Street J. DIANNE SIMON 805 Vail Street FRANCES VIRGINIA QUICK 303 Cedar Street JAMES EDWARD SMITH 1300 Kivett Drive HERMAN RAWLINSON 1108 Dartmouth Avenue Fellowship of Christian Athletes MAXINE BEATRICE SMITH 607 Woodbury Street Future Homemakers of America RANDOLPH REID, JR. 33-A Daniel Brooks Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Basketball, Captain; Football; Track JEANETTE SMITHERMAN 418 Meredith Street ALFONZO SOUTHERLAND WILLIE LEWIS ROBERTS 413 Cedar Street National Honor Society; Bi-Phy-Chem Club; Projec¬ tionist Club; YMCA 308-A Windley Street Hi-Y; Band ROSE MARIE SPENCER 513-A Saunders Place Band ETHEL JO ROBINSON 305-B Clay Street LEON M. STEED 910 Richardson Street RONALD J. ROBINSON Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Coed Club; Monogram 312 Wise Street Club 184 Continued on page 185 SENIOR STATISTICS JANIE CARLVENA STEED 507 Redding Drive Valderettes Club; YWCA; Coed Club; Dramatics; Bi- Phy-Chem Club; Cheerleader CAESAR THOMAS STEVENS 405 Wise Street SHIRLEY INGRAM WALL 809 Willow Place HENRY STEVE WARDSWORTH 17-B Daniel Brooks National Rifle Association; American Sales Club ANNIE MYRTLE STUBBS 1420-A E. Commerce Street ANNIE RUTH STURDIVANT 1220 Hoover Street Future Homemakers of America GEORGE A. WARE 1211 Downing Street IOLA WASHINGTON 1206 Cedrow Street ROSE YVONNE STURDIVANT 411 Fourth Street CARNELL WATKINS Dramatics; Girl Scouts; Bi-Phy-Chem Club; National 502 Vail Street Honor Society Hi-Y; YMCA HOWARD LENWOOD TERRY 902 Thissell Street EVA MAE THOMPSON 831 Willow Place Choir; Valderettes HENRY JAMES THOMPSON 1313 Boundary Avenue EVONIA ANN TORRENCE 210 Henley Street JACQUELINE LAVERNE WATTS 607 Ashburn Street JIMMIE CHEDFORD WATTS 607 Ashburn Street Senior Council SYLVESTER WATTS, JR. 1306 Kivett Drive LOUISE TUCKER 607 Mangum BERNICE TYSON 1214 Furlough Street Future Homemakers of America ELLA JEAN TYSON 400 Meredith Street Future Homemakers of America; Cheerleader JERRY WAYNE WALKER 220 Gordy Street HENRY ADAM WALL 607 Gordon Street Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Hi-Y; Basketball; Dramatics; Band BRENDA DEAN WHITE 302 Wendell Street Future Homemakers of America LINDA DALE WHITE 302 Wendell Street Future Homemakers of America GLORIA JEAN ZIMMERMAN 613 Hulda Street MARY LOUISE ZIMMERMAN 306 Vail Street LAFAYETTE WALL 908 Thissel Street 185 Compliments of Compliments of NORTH STATE TELEPHONE COMPANY CLOVERLEAF SUPER MARKETS Compliments of PICK UP AND DELIVERY SERVICE COLLIER - ELLIS AND COMPANY STAR CLEANERS LAUNDRY 723 South Main Street High Point, North Carolina Phone 4974 John Crowder Phone 882-1011 BLEVINS PRINTING CO. Incorporated • Printing . Lithographing . Engraving 1302 English Road High Point, N. C. PARKVIEW GROCERY 1502 Kivett Drive “If we please you, tell your friends, If we don’t, tell us.” Willis Hart, Proprietor NCNB North Carolina National Bank Congratulations VOGUE CLEANERS 186 187 SAUNDERS TOYLAND Toys and Hobbies For All Ages College Village Shopping Center 1141 E. Lexington Ave. — High Point, N. C. Phone 882-8914 BOYLES INSURANCE AGENCY INC. 1715 North Main Street High Point, N.C. 27262 Phones: 882-4723 - 882-2417 Compliments of Compliments of WATSON ' S LEWIS SUPPLY COMPANY 114 North Main Street Compliments of Compliments of STUTT ' S MEN ' S STORE HORTON ' S FURNITURE 126 S. Main Street and REAL ESTATE BEST WISHES From SWARTZBERGS Where friends meet to Clothe the Entire Family on Easy Budget Terms Clothing, TV’s, Radios, Phonographs, Watches, Jewelry MYRTLE DESK COMPANY High Point, North Carolina Manufacturers of Fine Office and Library Furniture 189 SAMUEL HYMAN JEWELER AND GIFT SHOP Distinctive Luggage 134 and 136 South Main Street High Point, N. C. BOYLES AUTO PARTS CO, 302 N. Wrenn Street Phone 883-1205 VICK PAINT AND WALLPAPER CO. 120-122 Church Ave. High Point, N. C. 27261 P. 0. Box 328 190 SARTIN ' S Cleaners — Launderers Storage Rugs High Point, N.C. 1670 English Rd. Phone 885-2101 Interested? REAL ESTATE 88 36717 88 22929 F.H.A., V.A., CONVENTIONAL LOANS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SECOND MORTGAGE LOANS INSURANCE 2404 N. Main Street High Point, N. C. Compliments of SOUTHERN MOTORS, INC. BLOCKER ' S GROCERY 901 South Main Street High Point, N.C. CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH VALIANT 201 Henley Street Home of Expert Repairs Bus. Phone 883-7111 Southern Furniture Market SOUTHERN FURNITURE EXPOSITION BUILDING,INC. Post Office Box 828 . High Point, North Carolina 27261 . Telephone 885-4071 191 Compliments of THAYER COGGIN INC. BRAY ELECTRIC CO. High Point, North Carolina J. Thayer Coggin President Designs by Milo Baughman ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS Residential—Commercial—Industrial Electric Motor Rewinding Repair New Used Motors for Sale Wiring and Repairs Dial 888-6452 or 882-3402 Prompt and Efficient Service 195 S. Centennial Nights Call 883-9842 Best Wishes to All William Penn Graduates CUNARD MILLING COMPANY End of Hamilton Street High Point, North Carolina Compliments of FLI-BACK 192 Say It With Flowers Compliments of BLOSSOM SHOP “FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS” GUILFORD VENEERS 2500 North Main Street High Point, N. C. 27260 Phone 883-7194 Compliments of V. P. CARRICK PRODUCTS Compliments of PARKVIEW GROCERY STORE 1502 Kivett Drive Willis H. Hart, Proprietor “If we please yon, tell friends; if not tell us.” Congratulations William Penn on 76 Years of Continuous Service in the Area of Education As you close, know that your influence will long be felt. FRIENDS Compliments of FARMER ' S DAIRY 131 West Lexington Avenue 193 EBONY CAB COMPANY Compliments of INGRAM VENDING Sponsored by Alston and Penry SERVICE, INC. Call 882-6116 Compliments of Compliments of WAGNER VENEERS TUCKER ' S DRY CLEANERS Phone 882-6313 or 883-1001 82 UNITS 236 South Main Street HIGH POINT - N. CAROLINA Phone 882-2587 194 Compliments of CLARENDON INDUSTRIES, INC. 1673 English Road Compliments of LYLES CHEVROLET COMPANY “Your One Stop Center for New Chevrolets, Used Cars, Parts and Authorized Service” 1800 North Main Street Phone 882-6841 195 SwWUrr PUBLIC LIBRARY nWWWT, NORTH CAROLINA THANKS There was never a beautiful rose which had no thorn and never a road which had no end. For both the Penn- point and Penn the end of the road comes simulta¬ neously and proudly, though tinged with sadness. The thorn for both is the knowledge that this is forever. Penn gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our community; the elementary and junior high schools which have prepared our students and given them unstinted support; the parents whose sympathy, understanding and loyalty have bolstered this school through the years; loving students; loyal alumni. The Pennpoint staff cannot enumerate all the acts of kindness and support given nor can we name all the persons who performed these acts. Gratefully we acknowledge the forbearance and co¬ operation given us by our principal, Mr. S. E. Burford. We “hijacked” and locked away his typewriter when at times he needed it most. We upset his carefully planned schedules and we tried his patience, but he came through beautifully whenever his support was most needed. Our teachers all pitched in to assist in every possible way and never complained at interrupted classes or requests for needed information. Students cooperated beyond the call of duty-posing, bolstering finances, purchasing books, identifying pic¬ tures, pasting on labels, and performing other tasks. The contributions of some stand out beyond others, and we could not close this final edition without ex¬ tending to them our special gratitude. These include: Saundra Kendall, Charles Gideon, and Hubert Saun¬ ders, who came in at virtually the last second to bolster our depleted staff and gave long hours of unselfish labor; Mrs. E. B. Stewart who supervised photography while our sponsor was hospitalized; Mrs. V. B. Kendall, chairman of finances, who super¬ vised all money-raising efforts; Mrs. G. P. Davis who worked diligently with the ad¬ vertising manager and his staff to make all arrangements for solicitation of advertising; Mrs. M. E. Chess, who supervised bookkeeping, re¬ ceived and accounted for all funds; Mrs. H. M. Lewis who was general overseer of our typists; Mrs. E. G. Hughes who dug into past memorabilia to make possible our historical pictures; All staff members who gave unselfishly of their time and efforts; To all others—teachers, students, parents, patrons, supporters, we give our hearty thanks. We certainly hope our efforts please you and that you will long treasure your 1968 Pennpoint, the final edition. Paul Brawner, Editor Gloria Martin Shirley Sellers Miss E. L. McConnell, Adviser R NC 371.8 William Penn 1968 William Penn High School (High Point, N.C.) The pennpoint. 30519010272360 196 Congratulations for 76 Years of Service A. C. CORPENING _� _ • Compliments of ROSE RADIO AND TV SERVICE Compliments of HIGH POINT CHEMICAL COMPANY L. W. Stevenson F. D. Vuncannan 197 AUTOGRAPHS ■ AUTOGRAPHS 199