Williston High School - Willistonian Yearbook (Wilmington, NC)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1955 volume:

1955 X T ILLISTC) NIA N Tears, idle tears, I know not what they mean, -- tears from the depths of some divine despair rise in the heart, and gather in the eyes, in looking on the happy autumn fields and thinking of days that are no more. - Alfred Lord Tennyson - Every member of the graduating class has a feeling of melancholy as he reflects over the twelve years that have flown so quickly by. In thinking of these days, tears from the depths of some despair rise in the heart, and gather in the eyes. This quotation by Alfred Lord Tennyson expresses our innermost feeling as we reminisce over days that are no more. Judith Lavina Owens mM-% aV5 v -r : wS jv ' : MM- ' « .r- ■ ?-■■• ' S ' - ' y%? lx PX:. r ifewf?- , £y 5 ; • iwxrm ' Wmxr r For her most dutiful service through the years, for her patience, wisdom and guidance, the class of 1955 wishes to dedicate this book to MRS. CATHERINE H. ROBINSON Mrs. Robinson, an alumna of Williston, has spent her twenty-two years of teaching at Williston, where she teaches speech, dramatics, and English. She also sponsors the Thespians, a dramatic Organization. Born in Alabama, Mrs. Robinson received her Bachelor ' s Degree from Shaw University in Raleigh, N.C. and has done graduate work at Columbia University in New York City and at A and T College in Greensboro, N.C. NEW HANOVER COUNTY Williston Senior High School is recognized through¬ out the Nation and even in foreign countries as one of the out¬ standing secondary schools of our State. Visitors from other nations as well as our own have made special trips to make a study of its program and facilities. Very few schools offer as wide a course of study as Williston. The universal com¬ ments on the organization, conduct and spirit of the pupils, have been most favorable. Graduates entering the business world are increasing year by year and proving highly suc¬ cessful to their employers. As the days go by, the increased contribution this High School is making towards the develop¬ ment of New Hanover County and the State of North Carolina, is realized more and more. You are to be congratulated upon another splendid year ' s work. H. M. Roland Superintendent of Schools Mr. H. M. ROLAND, Superintendent Mr. J. W. GRISE, Ass ' t. Supt. May I offer you, the graduating class of 1955, my sin¬ cere congratulations. You are graduating in an era of great opportunities for service to your state and Nation. It is an era of change, of uncertainties, and of a clash of ideologies among the peoples of the world. It is a period in the history of our nation which calls for people with cool heads andwarm hearts, with clear constructive thinking and moderation of action. I feel that the training you have had under the faculty of your school has prepared you to meet these problems and become a useful citizen of the greatest nation in the world. May you so work and so act in the , years ahead that you will always, and at all times reflect credit upon your Alma Mater -- Wil¬ liston Senior High. J. W. Grise BOARD OF EDUCATION J. C. Roe Vice Chairman B. Broadfoot E. A. Laney D. K. Spencer C. D. Hogue, Sr. Attorney J. S. Craig ■sm ■ C. D. Hogue, Jr. Attorney J. O. Marshall Mrs. J.C. Birmingham Business Manager It affords me much pleasure to congratulate you, the class of 1955, for making possible the 1955 volume of the Willistonian. There can be no doubt that the contacts and experiences that you have had in bringing this volume to completion have been worthwhile, and that the time and effort spent in its production will always be cherished by you as the happiest moments of your high school career. May I wish all the members of the class of 1955 the highest degree of success possible, and may all of you strive to give the best that you have back to your community and country in service and devotion. B. T. Washington, Principal : V..K6V . -,• ! . .i- 4 ' L- “fj ,s - ;.• : � ' ' • ;.-• •■ ■ . v � - ; .; •’ � • •. • . .4- ’ ♦� ;-•• I ' v • •_ - r V-‘, .; ' • ' ;:’ • . . . ' � .c _•• •! ■!♦. • ' . ■ ' •■ ' •. ' � j • • .r- •• V • V? ; ■ . «■ .♦ ♦ • .- :• ' •■«• •■ ' V‘,«. - v.- • • ' - ; .v V „•.•• •• •• • ■ ® , • , ' A - V •. � . k :v:. v;-r v,;-- This publication represents mountains of work, and yet I am sure that those who have assisted in making this book possible do not feel exhausted from their efforts. Work is never work when you are really in earnest, when you truly, honestly, sincerely are in sympathy with what you are doing, I have enjoyed working with the sponsors and students of the class of ' 55 in putting this edition of the Willistonian to bed . Now that the work is finished, may you treasure this book. May you preserve it as a memento of your years -- yes, the happy, pleasant, years that you spent as a high school student. May it constantly remind you of your classmates and teachers. May it inspire you to continue to strive to reach those goals that represent a useful, profitable, and happy life. J, H. Harris, Jr. MISS ERMA DURANT ANNUAL STAFF Members of the Annual Staff 1954-1955: Seated, first row: (L to R) Daisy Vereen, Wilhelmenia House, Judith Owens, Catheryn Yeoman, Geraldine Floyd, Dorothy Jones, Louise Riley, Cassie Drye, Anne Austin, Shirley Webb, Greeba Murril, Irene Frink. Standing, second row: (L to R) Joan Canty, Lawrence Ennett, David Nixon, Robert Sparks, Charles Goss, Walter McAllister, Sherman Epps, William Streets, Alfred McDonald, Baldwin. ROBERT SPARKS Editor-in-Chief mm m -.v t--:v. -j mm mb Wii pWi «y«y fctjllllliS illlpi 11 1 ■V- ■ j 2J J. T. Boone Art Mrs. Eunice Boykin English Spanish Will D. Bryant Diversified Occupations Mrs. Anna G. Burnett Commercial E. Adelbert Corbin J. R. DeVane Physical Education Biology and College William R. Fewell Woodwork Robert J. Floyd Band Mrs. Margaret D. Grady Math. Guidance Mrs. Margaret G. Green Home Economics ChaterickM. Haithman Masonry Harry J. Hayes Agriculture Miss Sadie B. Hooper Social Science College Mrs. Lydia S. Howie Biology English H. Hunter Basketball, Track Tennis Coach Mrs. N. J. Keith U.S. History English Mrs. A. C. King English College Miss B. B. Leonard English William G. Lowe Social Science Mrs. Alice W. Lofton Science Chemistry Miss Daisy Lyles Physical Education Mrs. Irene Mack Commercial Cooking Charlie A. McBroom Tailoring Carl L. McClain Auto Mechanics Miss Julia B. Mclver French English Walter H. Monroe Mathematics C. Newsome Electricity Drafting Mrs. B. Constance O ' Dell Glee Club Music R. Peebles Mrs. Catherine Robinson History Physics English, Speech Drama F. P. Robinson Athletic Director Mathematics Mrs. Bertha B. Todd Library Mrs. Iris Wade Home Economics Mrs. L. S. Williams English Boarding Buses For Student Council Tour of Wilmington and Beaches. im£m ' ■ - -V V„V ;. ' v J ■ ;. ' ■■. ■: mmmim mmm SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Sherman Epps . David Nixon Anne Austin . . . Geraldine Floyd Annie Andrews . Robert Aikens. . .President . Vice-President .Treasurer . Secretary Ass ' t. Secretary . Chaplin Mrs. Howie Miss Mclver Mrs. Williams Mrs. King Mr. Harris Mrs. Robinson SENIOR ADVISORS ROBERT LEON AIKEN LORENZO ALFORD ( Bobby ) Ambition: To be a success. Activities: Glee Club, Male En¬ semble, Dramatic Club, Class Chaplain ( Big Time Lo”) Ambition: Draftsman Activities: Crown and Scepter, Pet Expression: Hold on, friend. LILA CLARETHA ANDERSON ( Clay ) Ambition: To be a success. Activities: Dramatics Club, Crown and Scepter Pet Expression: Je ne sals Pas ANNIE RUTH ANDREWS ( Tatie ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Crown and Scepter, Dramatics Club, Glee Club, Echo Staff Annual Staff, Class Parliamentarian, Editor of The Echo Pet Expression: Oh, you ' re so smart BARBARA BALDWIN ( Lanky ) Ambition: Secretary or Dance Instructor Activities: Band, Glee Club, Dance Group Pet Expression: All righty PEARLINE ANDERSON ( Pearlie ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: N.H.A., Y-Teens. Pet Expression: You know ANNIE ELIZABETH AUSTIN ( Ann ) Ambition: Teacher Activities: Crown and Scepter, Dramatics Club, Student Council, Cheer Leader, Annual Staff, Cl ass Treasurer, Tennis Club Pet Expression: You wouldn ' t understand HARRY BARTON ( Fat Daddy”) Ambition: Business Education Activities: Tennis Club, Photo¬ graphy Club, N.C.S.I.O. LEANDER BATTS ( Chico ) Ambition: School Psychiatrist Activities: Football, Hi-Y, Annual Staff, Echo Staff, Tennis Club N.F. A. Pet Expression: All righty DOROTHY MAE BEATTY Ambition: Nurse Activities: N.C.S.I.O., D. O. Club, Glee Club Pet Expression: Been sniffing you know - gone EZRADALE ERSELL BENNETT ( Dale”) VENORA LOUISE BETTS ( Vee ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Crown and Scepter, Library Club Pet Expression: Dig CALVIN BETHUNE, JR. ( Feed”) Ambition: Artist Pet Expression: Hey, hold onl JAMES MACK BOSTIC ( Pug ) Ambition: Architect Activities: Band Pet Expression: That’s just what it is.” CLAYTON BRADLEY ( Bubble Lee ) Ambition: T.V. Service Activities: Boy ' s Club Pet Expression: You know it too. CAROLYN DELORES BROWN ( C.B. ) Ambition: Air Force Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: I don’t know Ambition: Cosmetologist Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: Cool your heels CHARLES BEST ( Bucky ) Ambition: Contractor Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: These you are.’’ MARIE GWENDOLYN BOWENS ( Ree ) Ambition: Elementary Teacher Activities: N.H.A., Band Spanish Club Pet Expression: I know what you mean KAY FRANCES BOYD ( K ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: N.H.A., N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Oh, you know FRED BRACY ( Sweetie Pie ) Ambition: Electronic Technician Activities: Glee Club Male Ensemble Dramatics Club Pet Expression: Check man MARVIN BROWN ' ■ V : MOULTRIE BROWN, JR. ( Brocky ) Ambition: Professional Athlete Activities: Dramatics and F ootball I MARY ELIZABETH BURNETT Ambition: Elementary Teacher Activities: Library Club Pet Expression: Say what? EVA JOAN CANTY ( Jobie ) Ambition: Secretary Activities: Glee Club, Band Pet Expression: Later for you, baby JAMES EDWARD CORBETT ( Corbett”) Ambition: Auto Mechanic Activity: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Come to your daddy, baby. Ambition: Activities: Intramural Sports Pet Expression: Well all right” BETSY DELORES CAMPBELL Ambition: Stenographer Activities: D-O- Club, Echo Staff, Dramatics Club AARON CANTY ( Blimp ) Ambition: Night Club Owner Activities: Football, Annual Staff, Hi-Y Club, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Strictly Confidential JAMES EDWARD CANTY ( Ed ) Ambition: Auto Mechanic Activities: Intramural Sports Pet Expression: So that ' s right JAMES EARL DEBOUSE ( Scobie ) Ambition: Lawyer Activities: Pet Expression: Come to the point. JOSIE MAE DAVIS ( Jazz Bo”) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Dramatics Club Pet Expression: Gra-cious” MARILYN JUANITA DRAINS ( Freckles ) Ambition: Stenographer Activity: Glee Club CASSIE LOUISE DR YE ( Cassie ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Dramatics Club, Crown and Scepter, Annual Staff Pet Expression: Que ' est ce que c’est. HAROLD ELLIS ( Frankie ) Ambition: Professional Athlete Activities: Hi-Y, N.C.S.I.O. SHERMAN EPPS ( Chuck ) Ambition: To be a success. Activities: Class President, Crown Scepter, Echo Staff, Capt. Football Squad, Annual Staff, Student Council Pet Expression: You don ' t know, do you LOUISE FAISON ( Lou ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: N. H. A., Y-Teens. Pet Expression: Oh Jack HERBERT DURANT Ambition: Tailor Activities: N.C.S.I.O., Tailoring Club, Hi-Y Pet Expression: No kidding LAWRENCE BERTRAM ENNETT Ambition: To be a success. Activities: Glee Club, Male En¬ semble, Dramatics Club, Annual Staff Pet Expression: That ' s my business DELORES HAZEL FAISON ( Lores”) Ambition: Elementary Teacher Activities: Library Club Pet Expression: Oh, I don ' t care. JUANITA ARPHENIA FENNELL ( Nita ) Ambition: Floral Designer Activities: Crown and Scepter Echo Staff, Annual Staff, N.H.A. Pet Expression: You know me JOHN FLOWERS ( Tunk ) Ambition: Air Force Activities: Sports, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Later Baby WILLIE FORDEN ( WJ ) Amb ition: Electrician Activities: Sports, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Later baby JOHN FOY ( Les ) Amb ition: Doctor Activities: Football Pet Expression: Hey now JUDY ELIZABETH FREEMAN ( Gee ) Ambition: Seamstress Activities: Crown Scepter Pet Expression: Oh you ' re mean GERALDINE ELIZABETH FLOYD ( Shorty ) Ambition: Laboratory Technician Activities: Glee Club, Crown Scepter, N.H.A., Annual Staff, Class Secretary Pet Expression: That’s about the size of it DORIS FORMEY ( Dee ) Ambition: Singer Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: I ' m gonna tell the teacher JAMES RICHARD FREEMAN ( Jimmy ) Ambition: Air Force Activities: Intramural Sports, Pet Expression: I wanna thank you. CATHERINE FRINK ( Cat ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: N.H.A. Pet Expression: I will see you when your troubles get like mine. IRENE FRINK ( Rene ) Ambition: Registered Nurse Activities: N.H.A. Pet Expression: That’s real crazy t; v ROBERT FULTON ( Steamboat ) Ambition: Activities: N.C.S.I.O., Glee Club Pet Expression: Say, Jack DELORES GALLOWAY ( Lois ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Glee Club Camera Club, Dance Group, Girls Glee Club Pet Expression: Alrighty” SUSAN ANN GAYMON ( Sue ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Library Club , NHA Pet Expression: Well you know” OLIVER GENWRIGHT ( Oilie ) Ambition: Beautician Activities: Band, N.C.S.I.O. D.O. Club ROBERT ALTON GRADY ( Ray ) Ambition: Doctor Pet Expression: Honey quit” SHIRLEY GRAHAM ( Shirl ) Ambition: Tailor Activities: Tailoring Club, Art Club WALTER GAUSE ( Prexy ) Ambition: Tailoring Instructor, English Teacher Activities: President of Student Council, Hi-Y, Glee Club, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: You know what I mean THORNIE MAE GAYMON ( Thoni ) Ambition: Registered Nurse Activities: Band Pet Expression: Oh yes CHARLES GOSS ( Chuck ) Ambition: Electrical Engineer Activities: Hi-Y, Annual Staff Pet Expression: That ' s natural RUBY MAE GRADY ( Poor Boy ) Ambition: Nurse Pet Expression: I have got news for you DAISY LEE GREENE ( Shorty ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Glee Club, N.H.A. Spanish Club, Dance Club Pet Expression: I know I ' m fine. BOOKER T. GREEN ( Book ) Ambition: Architect Activities: Hi-Y Club, Art Club Pet Expression: Go Ahead LESLIE HANDS, JR. ( Brother”) Ambition: Air Force I Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Nay Jack MARGARET LOUISE HARGROVE ( Maggie”) Ambition: Stenographer | Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: I love you, Let ' s be friends JOHN ALLEN HAWES ( Johnny Boy ) Ambition: Song Writer Activities: N.C.S.I.O., Band Pet Expression: 672 years ago, he was a mess CAREY HENRY ( Kay, Kay ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Glee Club, NHA, Echo Staff, Annual Staff Pet Expression: It just about is HELENA HENRY ( Nanine ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Dramatic Club, Student Council, D.O. Club, Echo Staff, Crown and Scepter, Band, Annual Staff Pet Expression: Oh, gone CHARLES HARGETT ( Charles, Jr. ) Ambition: Cabinet Teacher Activities: Hi-Y Club, Tennis Club, Basketball, Intra¬ mural Sports, Cheer¬ leader, N.C.S.I O. Pet Expression: Plant you now and dig you latei ANN ELIZABETH HARRIS ( Liz ) Ambition: Elementary Teacher Activities: Girls ' Athletic Ass’n. Pet Expression: O. K. WILLIE MAE HAWKINS --(- Bill ) Ambition: Typist Activities: Library Club, Future Teachers ' Club. Pet Expression: Hold on here friend KENNETH HENRY MATTIE HERRING ( Big Jim ) Ambition: Engineer Activities: Sports Club, Football Pet Expression: All righty EDWARD HILL ( Chico ) | Ambition: ’ Activities: Pet Expression: Wanna bet WILLIE HINES ( Cuttle ) Ambition: Mechanical Engineer Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: I want to thank you WILHELMINA HOUSE ( Menia ) Ambition: Pediatrician Activities: Glee Club, N.H.A. Echo Staff, Annual Staff, Crown Scepter Photography Club Pet Expression: Say what MOZETTA HUGGINS ( Moe ) Ambition: English Teacher Activities: Glee Club, Dramatic Club, N.H.A. Pet Expression: It ' s real crazy” ROSA MAE HILL Ambition: Beautician Activities: Y-teens Pet Expression: Pat CURL IE IRENE HOOPER ( Curl ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: N.H.A,, Student Council Representative Pet Expression: Dig that crazy drag RAYMOND HOWELL ( Ray ) Ambition: Radio Technician Activities: Band Pet Expression: I buck CLAYTON HUNTER ( Pop ) Ambition: Nurse Activity: Echo Staff Pet Expression: Is that so? Ambition: Air Force Activities: Pet Expression: Hey, there NAOMI ELIZABETH IRVING RUSSELL JACKSON ( Shortie ) Ambition: Seamstress Activities: N.H.A. Pet Expression: You ' re lucky, dear. SHIRLEY JACKSON ( Shirl ) Ambition: Beautician Activities: N.H.A. Pet Expression: That’s the breaks GRACE JAMES ( Red Head ) Ambition: Floral Designer Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Oh, my nerves. ( Slim ) Ambition: Cook Activities: Hi-Y Club Pet Expression: Alrighty LELAND LEE JACOBS ( Jack”) Ambition: Architect Activities: Hi-Y, Intramural Sports Pet Expression: Cool Daddy DAISY LEE JAMES ( Nadine ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Student Council, Dance Group, N.H.A. Pet Expression: Dig that crazy cat. ALEXIS JOHNSON ( Dupper”) Ambition: Tailoring Activities: Basketball, baseball. Pet Expression: Later you know. LUTITIS JENNINGS PICTURE ( Dimples”) Ambition: Beautician NOT Activities: N.H.A. Pet Expression: Is that so? AVAILABLE DELORES JOHNSON ( Lois ) Ambition: Concert Singer and Dancer Activities: Glee Club, Girls Glee Club, Camera Club, Dance Group Pet Expression: Think I ain ' t BETTIE JOHNSON ( Baby Sue ) Ambition: Elementary Teacher Activities: N.H.A. Pet Expression: Shoot VIVIAN DELORES JOHNSON ( Brown Eyes ) Ambition: Beautician Activities: Echo Staff Pet Expression: Oh Dear JONES DOROTHY ( Dot ) Pediatrician Glee Club, Crown an Scepter, Photography Club Pet Expression: Alright Friend Ambition: Activities WILLIAM LOUIS JONES ( Jinks ) Ambition: Professional Musician Activities: Band, Annual Staff, Basketball, Photogra¬ phy Club. Pet Expression: Ain’t it a shame to fuss on Sunday, Ain ' t it a shame FREDERICK NEIL LOCKHART ( Fred ) Ambition: Business Administra¬ tor. Activities: Male Ensemble, Glee Club, Dramatics Club Pet Expression: Don ' t be sadistic JUANITA JOHNSON ( Nita ) Ambition: Dancer Activities: Band Pet Expression: Say, there JOSEPH JOHNSON ( Joe-Boy ) Ambition: Auto Mechanic Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Nay, nay, not so JAMES LOFTON ( Jimmie ) Ambition: Mortician Activities: Annual Staff, Hi-Y, Camera Club Pet Expression: Just be cool, you know CHARLES MARTIN ( Charlie ) Ambition: Civil Engineer Activities: Crown and Scepter Pet Expression: I ' m wise. MARGUERITE MARSHALL ( Marg ) Ambition: Cosmetologist Activity: Tennis Club Pet Expression: Dig MAMIE LOUISE MAXWELL ( Mae ) Ambition: Beautician Activity: N.H.A. Club Pet Expression: Child, I ' m sick of you” WILLIE PEARL MAULTSBY LEWIS McCANT ( Country ) Ambition: Tailor Activities: Band, Tailoring Club, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: You sure need to rest. Walter McAllister ( Mack ) A Ambition: County Agent Activities: Crown Sc epter Hi-Y, Student Council Annual Staff LAWRENCE McFADDEN ( Mack ) Ambition: Tailor Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Alrighty, later for you ida mcduffie ( Snodie ) Amb ition: Music Teacher Activities: Glee Club, Echo Staff Pet Expression: Solid, Pop ( Louise ) Ambition: Vocational Instructor Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: You get it. ALFRED MCDONALD ( Effie ) Ambition: Store Operator Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Male Ensemble, D.O. Club Pet Expression: Ain ' t you? DELORES McKOY ( Lores”) Ambition: Interior Decorator Activities: Crown and Scepter, Glee Club Pet Expression: Que ’es? EVERETTE McGHEE ( Sing ) Ambition: Brick Mason Activities: Hi-Y, Glee Club Pet Expression: You can say that again ROBERT McGRAW ( Bobby ) Ambition: Doctor Activities: Hi-Y, Band, Annual Staff Pet Expression: How you know? SYLVIA McKEITHAN ( Duckie”) Ambition: Pediatrician Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: Alrighty, later for you CHARLES McKOY ( Mack ) LEOLA BEATRICE McKOY ( Lola”) Ambition: Agent Activities: Hi-Y, N.C.S.I.O. NORRIS McKOY ( Sharpie”) Ambition: Barber Activities: Student Council Pet Expression: Hold on here” DELORES MEDLIN ( Dee ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: D.O. Club, Garden Club Pet Expression: Hi kid BUNYAN MILLS ( Bunny ) Ambition: Dentist Activities: Glee Club, Hi-Y, Male Ensemble NANCY LOUISE MONROE ( Nan ) Ambition: Beautician Activities: Glee Club, N.H.A., Dance Group Ambition: Armed Forces Activities: Dramatics Club, Pet Expression: I declare WILLIE McRAE ( Junior ) Ambition: Auto Mechanic Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: What did you say boy? DEOTHER MELVIN ( Big De”) Ambition: Minister or Teacher Activities: Dramatics, Hi-Y, Student Council, Annual Staff, Photography Club Pet Expression: Well you know it ' s on the kicks JOYCE CAROLYN MILLS ( Joy ) Ambition: Tailor Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: You get my go WARD LOUIS MONROE Ambition: Mechanical Engineer Activities: Crown and Scepter Pet Expression: How ' s that again LULA MONTGOMERY ( Lulu ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Y-Teens Pet Expression: Say there” PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE HORACE LEE MOORE ( Moby ) Ambition: Professional baseball Activities: Hi-Y, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Later, gater CARL MOORE Ambition: Lawyer Activities: Male Ensemble, Glee Club, Dramatics Club Pet Expression: Hey, there THADDEUS MOORE Ambition: Professional baseball Activities: Hi-Y, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: WILLIAM MOORE ( Donnie Boy , Ambition: Mortician Activities: Football, Basketball, Glee Club, Annual Staff, Hi-Y, Varsity Club Pet Expression: Hey babe, what ' s doing” THOMAS MURRAY, JR. ( Little Buddy ) Ambition: Barber Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Say what ' s the happenings ZENOBIA NEWTON ( Nobia ) Ambition: Commercial Education Teacher Activities: Crown and Scepter, Annual Staff, Class Secretary and Student Council, Band Pet Expression: C ' est tous le meme . ROBERT MURPHY ( Bobby ) Ambition: Pilot Activities: Male Ensemble, Dramatic Club Pet Expression: Hi there down there GREEBA DALE MURRILL ( Dale ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Glee Club, Annual Staf] Photographer Club, Crown and Scepter Pet Expression: Je ne sais pas ROSA LEE NDC ( Rose ) Ambition: Librarian Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: Never Mind DAVID NIXON WILLIAM NIXON ( Nick ) Ambition: Electrical Engineer Activities: Band, Crown and Scepter Pet Expression: In other words JUDITH LAVINA OWENS ( Bunky”) Ambition: Seamstress or Com¬ mercial Education Teacher Activities: Crown and Scepter, Glee Club, Annual Staff, Student Council Dramatics Club Pet Expression: OH-o-o HENRY PERRY ( Nib ) Ambition: Dentist Activities: Hi-Y Club, Safety £ ' Patrol Pet Expression: Say Hey, boy! ANNIE DORIS PIERCE ( Dot ) Ambition: Beautician Activities: N, H. A. Pet Expression: Say hey SAMUEL RAGINS ( Sam ) Ambition: Electrician Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Nay Babs ( Nick ) Ambition: Architect Activities: Hi-Y Pet Expression: No Sir, Doc. WILLIAM PAYNE ( Aggie Mac ) Ambition: Doctor Activities: Band, Annual Staff Pet Expression: Hello NELLIE RUTH PHELPS ( Ruth ) Ambition: Stenographer Activity: Glee Club Pet Expression: Child, you don’t know. STANISH POLITE ( Puggy ) Ambition: Football Coach Activities: Football, Intramural Sports, N.C.S. I. O. ANNIE RANDOLPH ( Ann ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Dramatics, Y-Teens, N. H. A. Pet Expression: Gracious ■ MARGARET LOUISE RILEY ( Tissue ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Glee Club, Crown and Scepter, Echo Staff, Annual Staff, Dramatics Pet Expression: I don ' t wanta BARBARA MICHELE ROBBINS ( Mickie ) Ambition: Secretary Activities: Glee Club, Crown and Scepter, Echo Staff, D. O. Club, Student Council Pet Expression: Let me see now” ROBERT ROBBINS ( Bobby ) Ambition: Armed Forces or Athletics Activities: Basketball, Hi-Y, Football, Varsity Club, Student Council PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE EZEKIAL ROBINSON ROSA ROBINSON ( Shorty ) Ambition: Business School Activities: Echo Staff Pet Expression: Say what? HELEN PEARL ROGERS ( Doc ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Band Pet Expression: I don ' t think that is right JAMES ROBINSON, JR, ( Sugar Ray ) Ambition: Electrician Activities: Basketball, Baseball MARGARET ROUSE ( Marge ) Ambition: Librarian Activities: N.H.A., Library Club, Spanish Club Pet Expression: Nay, Babe RUTH ROUSE ( Rooster ) Ambition: Musician Activities: Glee Club, Y-Teens Pet Expression: Hey there” VIVIAN RUSS Ambition: Cosmetologist Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: That ' s real gone - cool crazy DORIS SAMPSON HELEN SAMPSON Ambition: Cosmetologist Activity: N.H.A. Pet Expression: Think it ain ' t? JOLETHA SESSION ( Jo ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Tennis Club, Echo Staff, Cheering Squad LAURA LEE SMITH ( Plookie ) Ambition: Librarian Activities: Library Club, Echo Staff, Y-Teens. Pet Expression: Oh yeah GWENDOLYN SOUTHERLAND ( Ease ) Ambition: Librarian Activities: Library Club, Dramatics Club Pet Expression: That ' s for sure WILLIAM LOUIS STREETS ( Baby ) Ambition: Tailor and Upholsterer Activities: Student Council, Annual Staff, Manager of Foot¬ ball Team, D.O. Club, Basketball Pet Expression: Say hey Ambition: Nurse Activities: Y-Teens Pet Expression: ’C ool the pill. JOSEPH SKETERS MARGARET SMITH ( Margie ) Ambition: Phys. Ed. Teacher Activities: N.H.A., Y-Teens. Pet Expression: Say what? ROBERT LEE SPARKS ( Bobby ) Ambition: Minister or Engineer Activities: Male Ensemble, Glee Club, Hi-Y, Crown Scepter, Photography Club, Editor-in-Chief of Annual Staff Pet Expression: That’s nice MARTHA TAYLOR ( Jane ; Ambition: Activities: Glee Club Pet Expression: Forget it L v PRINCE THOMAS ( Sonny Boy ) Ambition - Civil Engineer Activities - Dramatics Pet Expression - Fermez La Grande Bouche” LETHIA TIMMONS ( Hun”) Ambition - Child Guidance Activity - Library Club Pet Expression - Choke your matter WILLIE THOMPSON ( Shake ) Ambition - Actor-Singer Activities - Glee Club, Male Ensemble, Hi-Y, Dance Group Pet Expression - Hey there” CLARENCE TOBIAS ( Gamp ) Ambition - Armed Forces Activities - NCSIO, Glee Club Pet Expre ssion - You just better not do that JOHNNY TONEY ( The Snake ) Ambition: Jet Pilot Activities: Hi-Y, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: I guess you ' re right JAMES VINCENT ( Reno ) Ambition: Activities: Pet Expression: Cat, you are too cool . DAISY VEREEN Ambition - Commercial Ed. Activities - Crown and Scepter, Dramatics Club, Library Club, Captain of Cheering Squad, Tennis Club, Photo¬ graphy Club, Annual Staff Pet Expression - You know me KENNETH WADDELL ( Reco ) Ambition: Business Administration Activities: Glee Club, Hi-Y, Male Ensemble, Dramatics, N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: You better believe it. SAMUEL WALKER JAMES WALLACE ( Ken ) Ambition: Tailor Activities: N.C.S.I.O. Pet Expression: Oh, you know JOSEPHINE WARREN ( Jackie ) Ambition: Nurse Activity: Dance Group Pet Expression: Cool the pill” BARBARA WATERS ( Bobby ) Ambition: English Teacher or Stenographer Activities: Glee Club, N.H.A., Dance Club, Echo Staff Pet Expression: That ' s not wise SHIRLEY WEBB ( Shirl ) Ambition: Nursery School Teacher Activities: Glee Club, Echo Staff, Girls’ Glee Club. NATHAN WHITTED ( Nan ) Ambition: Auto Mechanic Activities: N.C.S.I.O., Hi-Y. Pet Expression: That ' s it MARGARET WATSON ( Maggie ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: N.H.A., Cheering Squad Pet Expression: You can believe it when I tell you ROBERT WHITAKER ( Bobby ) Ambition: Auto Mechanic Activities: N.C.S.I.O., Intramural Sports Pet Expression: That’s just about the size of it JOSEPH WILKINS ( Joe Joe ) Ambition: Cook Activities: Hi-Y L - EDNA MAE WILLIAMS ( Short Stuff ) Ambition: Stenographer Activities: Y-Teen Club Pet Expression: Oh! You ' re nuts. LOUISE WILLIAMS ( Lou ) Ambition: Nurse Activities: Crown Scepter, N.H.A., Library Clul Dance Group JESSIE ELIZABETH WILLIAMS ( Home Girl”) Ambition - Missionary Activities - Student Council, Intramural Sports Pet Expression - Oh, hush . ft MARY WILLIAMS ( Mae”) Ambition - Stenographer Activities - Student Council, Dramatics, Dance, Echo Staff, N.H.A. Pet Expression - Let ' s get down with the happenings, you know” JAMES LEE WILLIAMSON ( Sonny ) Ambition - Navy career Activity - Band Pet Expression - Blow boy! RUTH WILLIAMSON ( Shorty ) Ambition - Teacher Activity - Library Club Pet Expression - I wanna thank you. HAZEL WOOD ( Shorty ) Ambition - Cosmetology teacher Activities - Glee Club, Student Council Pet Expression - Watch that action, friend” CATHERINE YEOMAN ( Kitty ) Ambition - Tailor or Designer Activities - Glee Club Pet Expression - Oh baby! you know later CHEER LEADERS FOR 1954-55 ALMA MATER Down deep in our hearts lies a love so strong and true A love for thee, Dear Williston. We cherish thy name and thy precepts too; All our loyalty we give, Dear School, to you. CHORUS Our voices we raise in a song of thy praise The greatest school under the sun. We ' ll ever adore Alma Mater Dear, Ever lift our praise to you, Dear Williston If ever we falter or if we ever fail, From thee we new courage shall gain; Thy standards uphold when ordeals assail; For we love and honor Williston ' s dear name. Class Mist oru It all began on a sunny day early in the September of 1952. Hesitantly, but nonetheless energetic¬ ally, we, the graduating class of 1955, entered into our high school careers. A careful observer may have noted many different feelings among the members of the class that day. Probably there would have regis¬ tered with him, expressions of fear (possibly these were more prevalent), tension, helplessness, and, he may have noted a few bold pretenders. Somehow we managed to scramble through the preliminaries and as¬ semble in our various homerooms. Before too much time had elapsed, we had oriented ourselves and settled down to business. About this time, different activities were getting started, and we entered into them with vim. Quite a bit of latent talent was discovered. Many of us joined the Glee Club, and some who were not already in the band, joined it. Further talent was displayed when we had our Sophomore Variety Show, with Judith Owens as Mistress of Ceremonies. We were particularly sad when Mrs. Lofton, our beloved chemistry teacher, was stricken and had to leave school. We never knew how much we appreciated her until she was no longer with us. Some few of us, after having demonstrated our ability as typists, rated a trip to North Carolina Col - lege in Durham to compete in a typing contest held there. The lucky ones were Helen Rogers, Judith Owens, Barbara Robbins, and Betsy Campbell. Possibly the highlight of our social activities in our Sophomore year was the Sophomore Ball, held in April. The idea of such a ball was first instituted by Helena Henry, then a member of Mrs. Burnett ' s 10-6 Class. With the cooperation of the whole class and the Sophomore teachers, the first Sophomore Ball was a huge success. As the years passed, it has become almost a tradition here at Williston. The school year was fast nearing its end, and we could hardly concentrate on our algebra and English because of much contemplation of the Junior Year and the many activities which go along with it. We left for the summer. We rejoiced at the re-opening of school for we were anticipating many happy events. We chose the following officers to guide our destinies as Juniors: President, Sherman Epps; Vice President, Robert Sparks; Secretary, Geraldine Floyd; Assistant Secretary, Barbara Robbins; Chaplain, Delores Galloway;; and Reporter, Judy Freeman. Some of our girls thought that their pulchritudinous figures would permit them to be majorettes in the band. These winsome juniors were: Joan Canty, Helen Rogers, Juanita Johnson, and Barbara Baldwin. The class of 1955 showed itself to be outstanding not only in beauty but also in scholarship, for George Cleamons, one of our classmates, scored so high on the Inter-Collegiate Cooperative Scholarship Examination that he was admitted to Fisk University as a college freshman at the end of his junior year in high school. We, as Juniors, were proud to be the first to have the Junior-Senior prom in our new Gymnasium. It was the prettiest prom 1 ' that the faculty and students of Williston had ever witnessed. At least, we thought so. The gym was decorated like a boat on cruise to Hawaii. As you entered the door, you came on deck, and you went in the gym where you were entranced by the soft, sweet music that was being played by Jesse Shaw ' s band with Mr. Carter Newsome as soloist. We returned f or the school year anxious to launch ourselves into our senior activities. Some of us were a little upset to realize that our schedules were changed. In some cases physics had been added, and in others, geometry. In either case the reaction was the same . . . We dreaded it. Class Mist ory (CONTINUED) Sherman Epps was unanimously re-elected to the presidency, with David Nixon - Vice President, Geraldine Floyd - Secretary, Anne Austin - Treasurer, Annie Andrews - Parlimentarian, and Robert Aikens - Chaplain. We were happy to add to our Senior list, two new students, Nellie Phelps, and Josie Davis. One of the many spectacular events this year was executed by the football squad. They won the first football game of the season from Raleigh, by the score of 14-6. The team, we feel, was spurred to victory by the senior squad members: William (Dontie) Moore, Leander (Chico) Batts, Albert (Brokie) Saunders, Robert (Frame) Robbins, Stanish (Jerry Lewis) Polite, Sherman (Chuck) Epps, and Russell (Mr. Football) Martin. An activity that most of us Seniors had anticipated since our Junior year was Senior Day at A T College in Greensboro. An unprecedented number boarded three Queen City Trailway buses at approximately 5 o ' clock on the morning of October 16, 1954. It was with relief that we started the trip, since on the pre¬ ceding Thursday night, the hurricane of all hurricanes, Hazel ' ' , had raged, and we were uncertain as to whether or not we would go. At last, however, we got started, and all who went enjoyed themselves tre¬ mendously. We were very happy to see George Halsey, Roosevelt Gregg, James Bannister, James Moore, Wil¬ liam Sidberry, and Roland Sneed of last year ' s class on the college campus. Incidentally, Gregg was chosen president of the Freshman class of more than a thousand students. At its 1953-54 meeting the North Carolina Association of Student Councils chose our school as host to the December 2-3, 1954 meeting. We, as Seniors were very proud of the exceedingly large number that was present. Not only this, but we were proud of our fine school, and of the willingness to work demon¬ strated by our students and teachers. We must send special congratulations to Mrs. Burnett, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. King, Mr. Robinson, Mrs. Robinson, Mr. Lowe, Mrs. Green, Mr. Harris, and to Mrs. Grady, who all worked diligently to make the Convention a success. There were among us, students who worked right along with the teachers. The Seniors among those were Heldna Henry, Anne Austin, Joan Canty, Delores Faison, Barbara Robbins, Judith Owens, Greeba Murrill, Deother Melvin, Lawrence Ennett, Judy Freeman, Zenobia Newton, Walter Gause, Robert Sparks, and Walter McAllister. In spite of all the work that went along with the Convention, we were happy to be able to do it, and happy, too, that one of our own, Charles T. King, won the State Presidency. As we look forward to graduation and all of the activities which go along with it, we sincerely wish to thank each of the teachers who has shown his willingness to contend with us. We know that at times we did not deserve such patience and attention, and are deeply indebted to them for it. Anne Austin and Joan Canty The Junior of 1954 who became a College Freshman in 1955. SENIORS OF ’55 IN WASHINGTON Manger Scene placed in lobby by Catholic Willistonians IN THE ’54 PROM SPOTLIGHT Miss Annie Andrews Miss Daisy Greene Miss Ida McDuffie Miss Judy Freeman Miss Wilhelmina House IN THE ’54 PROM SPOTLIGHT Miss Judith Owens Miss Carey Henry Miss Daisy Vereen Mr. Joseph Sketers Miss Joan Canty Mr. William Streets Miss Zenobia Newton Mr. Sherman Epps Miss Helen Rogers Miss Claritha Anderson Mr. Deother Melvin Miss Sylvia McKeithan Mr. Harry Barton Miss Cassie Drye SUPERLATIVES FOR ’55 QUIETEST James Corbett Calvin Bethune Mary Burnett Pearline Anderson SHYEST David Nixon John Foy Mozetta Huggins Irene Frink MOST COMICAL John Hawes William Moore Alfred McDonald Cary Henry Juanita Johnson Sylvia McKeithan MOST CHEERFUL Clarence Tobias Juanita Fennell BEST ALL-AROUND Sherman Epps Zenobia Newton MOST BOISTEROUS Robert Murphy Doris Sampson Joletha Session GROUCHIEST James Bostic Betsy Campbell Barbara Waters STINGIEST Johnny Tonny William Streets Hazel Wood Rosa Nix BEST DANCERS Stanish Polite Leander Batts Juanita Johnson Dorothy Beatty MOST CONCEITED Kennith Waddell Deother Melvin Barbara Robbins Helena Henry BIGGEST SHOW-OFF John Hawes Alfred McDonald Josephine Warren Daisy Vereen MOST SNOBBISH Carl Moore Edward Hill Judith Owens Barbara Robbins MOST TEMPERAMENTAL Marvin Brown Willie Thompson Barbara Waters Mary Williams TALLEST Horace Moore Ezekiel Robinson Delores McKoy Mary Williams SHORTEST William Streets Clayton Hunter Ruth Williamson Naomi Irving MOST DRAMATIC Robert Aiken Annie Andrews BIGGEST FILIBUSTER Deother Melvin Kenneth Waddell Hazel Wood Sylvia McKeithan MOST ARTISTIC Charles Goss Calvin Bethune MOST UNCONCERNED Henry Perry Joseph Sketers Ezradale Bennett Josie Davis FATTEST Harry Barton James Williamson Doris Formey Venora Betts Vivian Russ SUPERLATIVES FOR ’55 CONTINUED SMALLEST Robert McGraw Ezradale Bennett LAZIEST Samuel Walker Stanish Polite Ruth Rouse Helen Sampson MOST CARELESS Joseph Sketers Catherine Frink MOST TALKATIVE Mr. Lowe ' s 6th hour Govt. Class Mrs. Burnett ' s 5th hour class BEST PERSONALITY James Vincent Leola McKoy Ann Austin BEST DISPOSITION Harold Ellis Bunyan Mills Zenobia Newton Claretha Anderson MOST AMBITIOUS Robert Sparks Robert Aiken Ann Austin Judith Owens MOST DEPENDABLE Walter Gause Clarence Tobias Greeba Murrill Margaret Riley MOST COURTEOUS Robert Fulton Walter McAllister Margaret Watson Betty Johnson MOST DIGNIFIED Aaron Canty James Lofton Ann Harris Margaret Rouse BEST SPEAKERS Walter Gause Walter McAllister Sherman Epps Gwendolyn Southerland Mattie Herring MOST POPULAR William Moore Fred Bracy Judy Freeman Helen Rogers FRIENDLIEST Robert McGraw Charles Hargett Nancy Monroe Cary Henry MOST STUDIOUS Lorenzo Alford David Nixon Gwendolyn Southerland Ann Harris MOST TALENTED Willie Thompson William Jones Ida McDuffie Geraldine Floyd BEST DRESSED Leander Batts James Vincent Aaron Canty Helena Henry Catherine Yeoman Margaret Watson CUTEST Lawrence Ennett Robert Whittaker John Foy Juanita Johnson Greeba Murrill Margaret Marshall BEST SMILE Robert Whittaker Robert McGraw Kennith Henry Dorothy Beatty Betty Johnson Venora Betts BEST ATHLETES Charles Martin Sherman Epps William Moore BOUND TO SUCCEED Senior Boys Senior Girls PICTURED SUPERLATIVES THE MOST SHAPELY Judy Freeman and Kay Frances Boyd THE MOST DEPENDABLE Greeba Murrlll Walter Gause BEST SOLO DANCER Juanita Johnson THE MOST STUDIOUS Lorenzo Alford Ann Harris THE MOST TEMPERAMENTAL Mr. Willie Thompson CLASS WILL As we depart, we ' d like to leave these things with the members of the class of ' 56. The class of 12-1 leave their seats to the class of 11-1. David Nixon wills his golden coronet to Judson Mills. To Clarence Hall, Naomi Irving wills her shortness. Louise Southerland wills her speaking ability to Hazel Sidberry. Cassie Drye leaves her seat on the Crown and Scepter to James Clay. To Ruth Maultsby, Carey Henry wills her friendliness. Geraldine Floyd wills her ability to speak French fluently to Jesse Woods. To Mary Collins, Wilhelminia House wills her ability to type. To Carl Parker, Horace Moore wills his height. Margaret Riley, Shirley Jackson, Cassie Drye, and Alfred McDonald will their ability to dance to Phylis Whitley, Pearlie Carmon, Barbara Hankins, and George Norman. Fred Lockhart leaves his leather cap to Bobra Collins. To Edward Smith, Anne Austin leaves her position as class treasurer. To Elmore Rogers and Thomas Duren, William Moore wills his ability to dance spectacularly. Nellie Ruth Phelps wills her quietness to Gloria Artis. To Bobra Collins, Juanita Fennell wills her petite figure. Robert Aiken leaves his position as president of the Dramatics Club to Anne Richardson. To Charles King, David Nixon leaves his position as president of the Crown and Scepter Club. Delores McCoy wills her height to Janie Baker. Sherman Epps leaves his football uniform No. 1 and his seat on the 50 yard line to anyone who has gumption to fill them. Alexis Johnson leaves to Treavy Keith his job on the base-ball team. Venora Betts leaves to Josie Mae Pierce her seat in Mrs. Williams ' English Class. Willie Mae Hawkins leaves her ability to smile to Katie P. Steward. Joyce C. Mills leaves Delores Woods her seat in typing class. To Deon Pertelle, Delores Galloway leaves her seat in the Alto II section of the Glee Club. To Alice Faye Royal, Laura Lee Smith leaves her ability to do things in a quiet manner. To Dorothy Williams, Marie Bowens wills her personality. Daisy Vereen wills her dramatic ability to George Norman. Alfred McDonald wills his ability to be class clown to Earl Cheek. Zenobia Newton leaves her position as secretary of the Student Council to anyone who has good nerve. Anne Austin leaves her volubility to any of the Juniors who might find it helpful in their Senior year. CLASS WILL - Continued Annie Andrews wills her incentive to make the A Honor Roll to anyone that can make it. To Oscar Clay, Thomas Murray wills his ability to smile. Margaret Riley wills her mischievous ways to anyone daring enough to maneuver them. Sherman Epps wills his speaking ability to Judson Mills. Daisy L. Vereen leaves her position as captain of the cheering squad to Philis Lockhart. Robert Sparks leaves to Alfred Ennett his position as editor-in-chief of the annual staff. Louise Williams leaves her position while dancing to John Stukes. Charles Goss leaves his ability to walk the halls during class, to Thurman Johnson. Leander Batts wills his grand physique to petit Frederick Sanders. To Frederick Sanders, Margaret Riley leaves her membership in the Crown and Scepter Club. Delores Faison leaves Alice Jackson and Minnie Evans her seat in Mrs. Williams ' first hour English Class. Joan Canty leaves Russell Willis her seat in Mrs. Williams ' English class. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and seal hereto this twenty-seventh day of May, year of Our Lord, Nineteen Hundred and Fifty-Five. THE CLASS OF ' 55 by Margaret Riley AN ASSEMBLY PROGRAM Class Prophecy The day was June 9, 1965, and I had been thinking all day of my classmates who with me had marched into the Williston Gymnasium to the strains of the War March of the Priest, and had received their diplo¬ mas from the hands of Superintendent Roland and Mr. B. T. Washington. Returning to my apartment from the office of my employer at 4 o ' clock on that day, I heard my tele¬ phone jangling. Reluctantly I answered, for I was very tired. But my spirits rose when I recognized the voice of Judith Owens. She was calling me from her little Dress Salon. She said that she was going to Paris to the openings of the famous Parisian Dress Salons. Can you arrange to go with me? she asked. Of course I could arrange it, for my vacation time was near. One week later, we left Wilmington by pullman and set out on the first leg of our trip. En route to Washington we purchased the Washington News from the news butcher and Judith, being interested in fashions, saw at once the big page advertisement of Catherine Yoeman ' s fashion show. Catherine at that time was a dress designer in Washington and catered to the First Lady and the chic wives of the foreign diplomats. Continuing to scan through the paper we noticed that the society page pictured two familiar faces. We recognized Barbara Robbins and Helena Henry who were quite outstanding in our graduating class. Barbara and Helena were recent brides of Marvin Johnson and Robert James respectively, and were now residing in Washington, D. C. Knowing now that some of our dearest and oldest friends were in Washington, we decided to stop there and look them up. From the advertisement in the paper we learned that Catherine ' s fashion Salon was in the center of the town. Hiring a cab to take us there, we found Catherine, exquisitely groomed, supervising her cutters and the girls at the machines. Among her cutters we recognized Delores Gallo¬ way, Margaret Hargrove, and Louise Riley. Among the girls at the machines we recognized Oliver Gen- wright, Juanita Fennell, and Annie Andrews. Catherine was so overjoyed to see us that she closed her shop for the rest of the day to entertain us. While driving us over to the Duplex Apartments where Helena and Barbara lived, she told us that three of her outstanding models were Barbara Baldwin, Judy Freeman, and Carey Henry. Reaching the apartments, we found Helena and Barbara preparing for a cocktail party. We were invited and were quite surprised to meet more of our classmates at the party. The former Betsy Campbell, now the wife of George Johnson, merchant seaman, entered with her characteristic dignified way. Some of the other classmates we saw were: Leander Batts, Fred Bracy, Aaron Canty, Helen Rogers, and Zenobia Newton. They were all working in government offices in Washington. After the party we departed for our next destination which was New York. We had to hurry because Judith had to sail for Paris, France on the Normandy the next day. About 12:10 A.M. the next day we boarded the Normandy. When we entered our state-rooms, we found them filled with bon voyage gifts. There were red roses from singer Lawrence Ennett and civil engi¬ neer, Ward Monroe, two dozen white carnations from the Reverend Bunyan Mills, and candy and books from Mattie Herring, Wilhelmenia House and Ida McDuffie, secretaries in Wall Street brokerage houses. Cath¬ erine had wired them that we were in New York and were sailing for Paris. After being comfortably settled, we bagan to chatter so intently that ' we didn ' t notice that the hostess was trying to get our attention. When we did look, we were surprised to see that the hostess was Daisy James, a former classmate. She told us that she was glad we were on her ship and she was sure we would be comfortable. Class Prophecy (CONTINUED) Chatting with Daisy, we found that she had met many of our classmates during her previous cross¬ ings. She told us that Edward Hill now owned a honeymoon hotel in Bermuda and that he said that Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fulton, the former Miss Delores Johnson and Mrs. Robbins, the former Anne Austin, had spent their honeymoons in his hotel. After a few days we landed in Bordeaux . Seeing that we would be there at least 12 hours, we de¬ cided to galivant a while. Daisy, who had disembarked with us, told us of a fabulous night club at which we might find some interesting information and some delicious food. Arriving at the nightclub we found out that it was managed by two of our classmates, Charles Goss and Kenneth Waddell. Glancing over the dining room we recognized Kay Francis Boyd, and wasted no time motioning to her to join us at our table. While talking with her we found out that some of the featured stars of the night club were Marguerite Marshall, William Jones, Alfred McDonald, and Claritha Anderson. After seeing the floor show and eating our dinner we decided to go to a movie before we started our journey again. Taking a cab, we were surprised to discover that the cab driver was Clarence Tobias and that he owned a fleet of cabs. We arrived at the movie just in time for the main feature. Sitting across the aisle from us was James Vincent looking very French in his red beret and his casual walking clothes. We were about to say something to him but at that moment the lights went out and the movie began. That movie, we discovered, was directed by James Lofton and William Payne. Starring in it was the dramatic actress, Geraldine Floyd. When the movie was over, we found that we had only a few minutes to board our train for Paris. Being comfortably settled on the train, we turned on the portable radio that we brought along with us. We were not listening to the radio but our interest was aroused when we heard the announcement that Willie Thompson, a former Willistonian, was giving a concert that following week in Bordeaux. Since we were tired, we soon fell asleep and when we awoke, we were in Paris. As I wasn ' t connected with the fashion show Judith was attending, I decided to explore the city while she was at the show. Parting from Judith, I went to a sidewalk cafe. After ordering my dinner I glanced around me and saw a face that seemed very familiar. I stared at it so that the man to whom it belonged came over and spoke to me. I found out that it was Robert Aikens. He told me that after being discharged from the Army, he decided to make his home in Paris. Since I didn ' t have a guide on my tour of the city, Robert consented to escort me. I didn ' t know anything about Paris; therefore Robert chose all the places that we would visit. We visited the Notre Dame in Paris and while looking at the interior of the Cathedral, we recognized Joletha Session, a former classmate, sightseeing too. Leaving the Cathedral, Robert was chattering so about the Monte Carlo on the Riviera that I be¬ came very interested and after a great deal of debating we decided to take a train there since I had the week-end to tour. While there, we met Sherman Epps, who, having won four million dollars, had built himself a flourishing tourist business. I also saw Charles Hargett, James Bostic, Charles Best, and William Streets trying their luck at the wheels. On Saturday we took a boat to the Isle of Capri. There we found many tourist businesses owned by former Willistonians. When we were going to our hotel I recognized Kenneth Henry pushing a baby carr¬ iage. Robert told me that Kenneth was happily married and that the baby in the carriage was the youngest of his family. Continued Class Prophecy (CONTINUED) I glanced at my watch and saw that it was near the time to leave as I was supposed to meet Judith back in Paris. Frantically we boarded a plane for Paris. I was very relieved when I saw Judith passing the time with a friend. As we came up to them, I recognized the friend to be Robert Sparks, who was now a Sev¬ enth Day Adventist Pastor in Paris. Saying goodbye to Sparks and thanking Aikens for showing me the wonderful sights, we departed. On our way to the hotel Judith told me about all of our classmates that she met. She told me that Mrs. Elmore Rogers, the former Margaret Watson, now operated an outstanding dancing school across the street from the fashion salon. She saw at a famous Parisian school the children of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Moore, Mr. and Mrs. David Nixon, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert McGraw. At the showing she saw Dorothy Jones, Mary Williams, Hazel Woods, and Leola McKoy; all were looking for new clothes. After picking up our bags from the hotel we hired a cab to take us to the station so we could start our journey back to the states. We wanted to stay longer but since Judith came on business she had to get back as soon as possible. Being comfortably settled on the train, for Bordeaux, Judith and I were very silent, but I know we were both thinking the same thoughts. The Willistonians of 1955 were in various parts of the world and all were prosperous and happy. Daisy Vereen and Judith Owens. ■ ' SgSE ' Or. ( y 4 1 is ■ ijli 4 VJ8 ' r wi 4 i §? iL if pet 1954-55 SENIOR DAY AT A T COLLEGE, GREENSBORO, N. C. ; WAITING FOR BUS AT THE COLLEGE ALL ABOARD .l 3 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING V ' lf ■ - (Tune - The Halls of Ivy ) piM 1 ’. V v ?� V ’ • • Through the years we ' ve come together With work, and zest, and cheer, To prepare ourselves for better Skill through each oncoming year. We have grasped what you have taught us, And we’ve tried to do our best In all our undertakings, by our efforts On each test. (Chorus) So now the time has come, when we must say goodbye, To our dear Alma Mater, Williston, Much vim has been supplied, by teachers ' earnest guide, To help us o ' er the battles which we ' ve won. We shall keep the thoughts of dear ones, Of Williston, teachers, friends, And all who’ve helped to make our school years Pleasant to the end. Annie Andrews XT. W HI n : fStes’wwJL 1 ' ' Z rii m MUSICAL PLATTER I ' m Gone Have You Heard” Keep It A Secret O, My Wonderful C You Belong To Me Tipping In O, Happy Day Don ' t Do It Side By Side” I ' ll Always Love You Don ' t Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes Is It Too Late So Long I Need You So Love Will Break Your Heart Forgive and Forget It’s A Sin Tell Me So I Miss You So To Have And To Hold Cry Smooth Sailing Detour Don’t Fence Me In How Much Is That Doggie In The Window Till I Waltz Again With You Give Me Five Minutes More It Would Take More Than A Pack of Wild Horses I believe” I ' ll Get Along Somehow nrvj n to Mr. Washington ' s Office real gone s .duation My diploma Late for class Graduation Failing in ’ Class of Faculty at Williston Graduation Night For yesterday ' s homework Saying goodbye to Williston 16 Units for graduation Leaving your school days behind Misunderstanding between classmates Caught cheating Pass or fail Williston Tigers Place in the cafeteria line If I don’t graduate 85 in every subject On the way to the principal’s office School lot Prom Gown Junior-Senior Prom For this term’s test jg. ' |o To do homework That everyone should graduate In English mm« lit ?z Z Mm igsas® DOM SHK Msf- ■.:« $5 feffl «■ ?£ -: S3$3 ‘■Junior Class Officers Athelia Bordeaux Lottie Johnson. . . Charles King. . . . Angela Spencer. . Regina Bennett. . .President .Vice President . Treasurer .Secretary- Assistant Secretary Earl Cheek Chaplain ELEVEN-ONE CLASS -- MISS S. B. HOOPER Left to Right: (First Row) Dorothy Allen, Geneva Crosby, Shirley Melvin, Phyllis Lockhart, Barbara John¬ son, Judson Mills, Barbara Hankins, Gertheria Jones, Pearl Carraon, Lottie Patrick, Gwen Wallace, Carl Parker. (Second Row) Leon Walker, Arthur Wade, Robert McGill, Kathleen Taylor, Velma Johnson, Fred¬ erick Sanders, Marcellus Breech, Angela Spencer, Jesse Woods, Margaret Sampson, Alfred Ennett, Joseph Lawson. (Third Row) Stephen Nix, Phyllis Whitley, William Small, Arthalia Bordeaux, Barbara Collins, Deloris Waddell, Minnie Evans, William Swett, Walter Moore, Antoinette Fowler, William Murray. Absent from picture --Robert Taylor. ELEVEN-TWO CLASS -- MRS. A. W. LOFTON Left to Right: (First Row) Andrew Boney, Elizabeth Jackson, Eloise Sidberry, Shirley Hewett, Frances Roland, Betty Mclntire, Barbara Parker, Edrena Tompson, Creston Greene, Marion Marshburn and Eliz¬ abeth Grady. (Second Row) Charles King, Joseph Bell, Willie Moore, Rudolph Davis, James Colt, Lorenzo Davis, Hortense McRae, Perry Wright, Oscar McKoy, Willie Mae Jackson, Betty Sue Mitchell. (Third Row) Isaiah Johnson, William Bostic, Samuel Bowens, Russell Rhames, Wolvern Robinson, Arthur Steward, Ella Morris, George Waddell, Carolyn Lewis, Charles Southerland and Zack Davis. Absent: Delores Brown, Eugene Greene, Thomas Patterson, James Graham, and Carl Hall. ELEVEN-THREE CLASS -- MR. MONROE Left to Right: (First Row) Dorothy McDonald, Lois Bryant, Elsie Fullwood, Delores Drayton, Gretchen Miller, Nettie Stokes, Gloria Debouse, Lottie Johnson, Bettye Foye. (Second Row) Herman Shaw, Rolmand Wilson, Edith Taylor, William Monroe, Eastover Thames, Alice Jackson, Eliza Hawes, Dora Lowe, Evan¬ geline Debouse, Carolyn Simpson. (Third Row) James Young, James Stokes, John Melvin Brown, John Cor¬ bett, Earl Cheek, Willie Johnson, Robert L. Brown, Oscar Clay, Thomas McLaurin. Not Shown: Marian Buntin, Kenneth Hill, James Nelson, Joseph Sidberry, Cyrus Stukes, Joseph Williams, Irene Mullins, James Clay. ELEVEN-FOUR CLASS -- MR. LOWE Left to Right: (First Row) Alberta Hawkins, Harry Whitted, Lillian Gause, Inez Frager, Mary Stukes, Delores Wood, Betty Long, Josie Pierce, Ruth Maultsby, Rejena Bennett. (Second Row) Joyce Norman, Joe Lee Greene, Hazel Sidberry, Geraldine Rouse, Lillie Fields, Woodrow Brown, Dorothy Fredlaw, Irene Canty, Ann Worthy, Walter Greene. (Third Row) William Maddox, James Alford, Robert Brown, Bernard Johnson, Adolph Greene, George James, Thomas Duren, Samuel Jenkins, Deon Pertelle, Willie Harrison. Absent: Lillian Davis, Preston Walker, John Beatty, William King, Lawrence Bowens, Catherine Morris, James Herring. ELEVEN-FIVE CLASS -- MR. F. P. ROBINSON Left to Right: Cephas Kemp, George Norman, Ruby Hawes, Marie Evans, Ethel Thomas, Retha Davis, Carrie Wright, Carrie Grissett, Dorothy McKoy, Carlotta Sanders, Mary Nixon, Geneva Drayton. (Second Row) Elmore Rogers, Solomon Robinson, James Wilkins, Willie James, Ethel Whitaker, Marjorie Henry, Parthenia Wright, Deloris Pittman, Odean Adams, Walter Howard, Oliver Bellamy. (Third Row) James Murphy, Arthur Riley, James Robinson, Arthur Whack, Arlie Burney, John Stukes, Clarence Hall. (Not Shown) Willie Parker, Anna King, Joseph Corbett, O ' Neal Amos, James Pridgen, Brice Miller, Richard Bell Marion Bethune. ELEVEN-SIX CLASS -- MRS O ' DELL Left to Right: (First Row) Janie Baker, Gloria Artis, Mable Grady, Thelma Monroe, Gloria McGhee, Eliz¬ abeth Murphy, Edith Daniels, Ann Richardson, Mary Collins, Dorothy Bowden, Louise Fulton. (Second Row) Mrs. O ' Dell, Vernita Gradey, Julia Robinson, Dorothy Williams, Lucy Robinson, Geraldine Foy, Margaret Reaves, Katie Stewart. (Third Row) Harold Wade, Leroy Bethune, Marvin Whitted, Joe Louis Hill, Joseph Carpenter, Maxie Dickey, Robert Parker, Charles Bailey, George Boiser. (Not Shown) James Brisbon, Clarence Reddrick, Daniel Waller, William Boney. ELEVEN-SEVEN CLASS -- MRS. BOYKIN Left to Right: (First Row) Henrietta McBride, Luther Robinson, Nathaniel Davis, Lattie Mae Robinson, Queenie Palmer, Johnnie McKoy, Ida Mae Jones, Alice Faye Royal, Essie Mae Alford, Lubertha Bosier, Dorothy Keaton, Adolphus Mitchell. (Second Row) Lawrence Hall, Herman Roberson, Juleus Ray James, James Pierce, Rufus Gause, Thurman Johnson, Rudolph Tindall, James Lewis, Edward Smith, Catherine Mack, Rosa Lee Pierce. (Third Row) James E. Farrior, Spencer Heyer, Wille Harvey, Freddie Doe, Paul Reaves, Trevia Keith, Russell Willis, Albert Lee Sellars. (Not Shown) Clarence Dickey, Alfred Gause, Nathaniel Windham, Milton Vann. WELCOME TO WILLISTON at iff ■IB i gj 1 - I . mmm 1 PHI SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS James Sterling. Jane Evans. . . . Evelyn Sterling Mary Shepard. . Elijah Boney. . . ..President .Vice President .Secretary Assistant Secretary . Treasurer Helen Davis Chaplain TEN-ONE CLASS -- MRS. A. G. BURNETT Left to Right: (First Row) Barbara Ennett, Darthenia Simpson, Jacqueline Daise, Mary Brown, Juanita Williams, Norma Harper, Janice Moore, Willis Bryant, Deggie McAllister, Shirley Smith, Mildred Collins, Helen Davis, Joseph Durant. (Second Row) Natalie Ann Jackson, Martha Murphy, Dorothy Graham, Eliza¬ beth Daise, Janie Evans, Janie Bell Joe, Harold Sterling, James Sterling, Bernice Mosely, Geneva Corbett, Mamie Mitchell, Patricia Whitmore, Dorothy Bell. (Third Row) Robert Walker, Charles Jackson, Milton Herring, Herbert Newton, Robert Swett, Paul Owens, David Jacobs, Jacqueline Davis, Doris Lewis, Sam¬ uel Tindell, Mary Jackson, Rebecca Jones, Mamie Austin. Not Shown: Joseph Jordan. TEN-TWO CLASS — MR. CORBIN Left to Right: (First Row) Margaret Greene, Clarence Nixon, Lole Mae Charles, Mary Yates, Rosa Gra¬ ham, Benjamin Williams, Jacquelyn Batson, Mary Davis, Thaddeus Berrye, Margaret Henry, Vernell Han¬ kins. (Second Row) Eliza Pattrick, Evelyn Sterling, George Hall, Parthenia Smith, Barbara Waddell, Liz¬ zie Skinner, Shirley Bowens, Linda Whitaker, Delma Nixon, Norma Davis. (Third Row) Fred Irving, Eli¬ jah Boney, Annie Robinson, Leon Waddell, Leon Davis, Arthur Ross, Richard Galley, Mr. Corbin. TEN-THREE CLASS -- MR. DEVANE Left to Right: (First Row) Ada McKee, William King, Delores Durant, Bertha Toney, Shirley Hinton, Leo Wilson, Mary Hall, Howard Wells, Mary Williams, Ernest Graham, Christine Clarkson. (Second Row) Willie James, Louis Wade, William Vaught, Kelly Alford, Eugene Dinkins, Madeline Freeman, Howard Marshburn, Janie Jennings, Ann Stewart, Geraldine Bryant. (Third Row) Nathaniel Green, Jimmie Mc- Millian, Evelyn Mills, John Baptist, Barbara Hamilton. Not Shown: Hattie Rush, Alneta Monk, James Bow - man. TEN-FOUR CLASS -- MRS. M. D. GRADY Left to Right: (First Row) Annie Mae James, Delores Vernell Taylor, Carolyn McGhee, Sadie Miller, Edna Robbins, Joseph Durant, William Gray, Volita Medlin, Pearline Williamson, Carrie Boney, Iris Ann Wade, Stephen Fennell. (Second Row) Ethel Murphy, Catherine McGill, Annie Ruth Hollingsworth, Patricia Wil¬ liams, Herman Everett, Foster Heyer, Delores Elaine Taylor, Mary Alice Shepard, Carol Willis, Helen Monk, Scipio Hawkins. (Third Row) Harold Bowens, David Adams, Alonza Patten, Charles Perry, Clark Davis, Arthur Young, Freddie Brown, Marjorie White, Barbara Brown. Not Shown: Leroy Hicks, James Utley. TEN-FIVE CLASS - MR. BOONE Left to Right: (First Row) Audrey Rogers, Willie Eaddy, Mildred Hawes, Mary Williams, Frazel Hall, Neva Watson, Doris Hill, Sandral McKoy, Evelyn Jackson, Shirley Rogers and Margaret McKoy. (Second Row) Charles Walker, Hazel Hansley, Murry Williams, Herman Williams, Will Forden, John Tisdale, Barbara Smith, Shirley Waters, Ernestine Hansley, Ellen Davis, and Juanita Lacewell. (Third Row) Mr. Boone, Dosiah Williams, James Carpenter, Bennie Dudley, Walter Thomas, James Boyd and Edwin Kirton. TEN-SIX CLASS -- MR. PEEBLES Left to Right: (First Row) Edith McFadden, Betty Ann McQueen, Annie McNeil, Margaret Mitchell, Betty Brewington, Virginia Murphy, Joletha Logan, Hattie Mae Allen, Betty Lou Daniels, and Geraldine McDuffie. (Second Row) Robert Bowman, Marvin Hankins, Wilhemenia Williams, Gladys Trapp, Rose Lee James, Edith Griffin, and Eva Mae Shaw. (Third Row) Abraham Boston, Frank Davis, Freddie Boyd, Willie Bennie Mitchell, William Cobia, and Geneva Warley. Absent: Evangeline Armstrong, Shirley B. Brown, Leroy Dawson, Roosevelt Stokes, Eugene Strover, Walter Weems, Joseph Rogers, and Carl Benbow. I iff f fipS LI ' I j it i 1 j TEN-SEVEN CLASS -- MISS LYLES Left to Right: (First Row) Verlie Rogers, Virginia Gaines, Annie Banister, Corine Drains, Jane Ballard, Ella Jordon, Barbara Dantignac, Robert McKoy, Elsie McClain, Louise Clark, Carl Gaymon, Ruby Canty. (Second Row) D. L. Lyles, Addie Fullwood, Andrew Sampson, Jr., Irving Brown, Ernest Hands, Ledella Moore, Doris Dixon, Harriett Sidberry, Ruth Capers, Frederick James, Larry Jones, Thomas Logan. (Third Row) Theodore Jones, Ernest Cephus, George Jones, Henry Foy, Eugene Washington, Leroy Parson, Evelyn Kemp, Charles T. Walker, Joseph Harris, Eugene Bowden, Aaron Armstrong. Absent: Rosie Wad¬ dell, Leroy Murphy. TEN-EIGHT CLASS -- MRS. KEITH Left to Right: (First Row) Lueida Johnson, Carolyn Dixon, Bennie James, Gertrude Hall, Loretta Carter, Willie Witherspoon, Carolyn Miller, Alfred Allen, Mary Johnson, Bettie Beatty, Eleanor Sampson, and Vin¬ cent Martin. (Second Row) Frank Watson, Annie Weston, Dorothy Taylor, Mary Pridgen, Beulah Drains, Mitchell Davis, Robert Williams, Janie McCloud, George House, and Ruby Roland. (Third Row) John Spar¬ row, Otis James, James Lewis, Alexander Holmes, Richard McClammy, Frank Taylor, Daniel Williams. Absent: Nora Beatty, Norma Fogle, Gladys Keaton, Ella Mitchell, John Corbett, Willie Eddie, Horace Moore, Joe Louis Robinson, Wilbert Sampson. wHf .Sfcwf g%p teas .:■ : . .[ ' DISTRICT N. H. A. CONVENTION DELEGATES TO DISTRICT CONVENTION Three of the Officials of the district meeting LocalN.H.A. members register some DISTRICT DELEGATES TIME FOR LUNCH ADULT SPONSORS OF N.H.A. GROUPS WILLISTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CHAPTER OF M. H. A. The letters N. H. A. stand for New Homemakers of America. The pur¬ pose of this club is to promote better living in the home. The club colors are blue and white. Approximately 150 members have enrolled this year. The officers of the club are: President. Vice-President.... Secretary. Assistant Secretary Treasurer . Chaplain. Reporter. Sponsors . . . .Margaret Rouse .Carey Henry Wilhelmenia House . . . . Shirley Melvin Gwendolyn Wallace ..Nettie Stokes .Curlie Hooper . . Mrs. M. Greene Mrs. Iris Wade LOCAL N. H. A. SPONSORS Mrs. Margaret G. Green Mrs. Iris Wade STATE STUDENT COUNCIL CONVENTION WILLISTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL December 2-3, 1954 STATE OFFICERS 1953-54 Thomas C. Rozzell Robert Pharr Mrs. E. S. Randolph President Vice President Executive Secretary gWWK (Pi wjL yjn jk iMmM DELEGATES TO THE DECEMBER 1954 CONVENTION On October 30, 1954, the executive committee and advisors of Williston ' s Student Council met with the state president, vice-president, and executive secretary to make the final plans for the State Convention of December 2-3. Through such careful planning and with the aid of the faculty and student body of Williston, we were able to hold one of the largest and best conventions ever in the history of the school. Everyone present seemed to have enjoyed every minute of it. The outstanding attraction during the convention was the famed baseball star, Jackie Robinson , who, on Thursday night of the Convention, delivered a very interest¬ ing and inspiring address. Friday morning, Dr. Whitehead spoke interestingly and in¬ structively on the theme, It ' s not your aptitude; It’s your attitude. The discussion groups and problem clinics, in which the pupils discussed their peculiar problems, proved to be very helpful and interesting to the delegates. To implant the memory of this Four th Annual Convention of the State Student Councils deeper in the minds of everyone present, the Convention ended with a tour of our beautiful and historic city, Wilmington. Not only was this one of the best Conventions ever, but it was also inspirational, educational, and enjoyable. MR. JACKIE ROBINSON OF THE BROOKLYN DODGERS ADDRESSES DELEGATES AND VISITING FRIENDS Also on Front Stage, left to right: Mr. B.T. Washington, Principal, Williston Senior High, Mr. H. M. Roland, Supt. of New Hanover County Schools; and Mr. J. R. Benson, City Manager. HERE AND THERE AT THE STATE CONVENTION DELEGATES IN SESSION INSTALLATION OF NEW OFFICERS STUDENT EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REFRESHMENTS SERVED The Senior Class of 1955 congratulates Charles King for having been elected as President of the State Association of Student Councils for 1955-56. THE WILLISTON BAND The Williston Senior High School Band was quite active this year. At the foot¬ ball games, as usual the band furnished the music and helped the cheerleaders back the team. Though green at the beginning of the year the band came through with a few half time shows for entertainment. The band under the leadership of Robert J. Floyd showed off in two parades with peppy marches and fancy steps. These parades were the Community Chest and Christmas Parade. In the Christmas Parade the band wore on their hats lights which were of dif¬ ferent Christmas colors. On the occasion the Band did a few formations and played a new march that quickly became the hit of the parade. As for concerts the Band furnished the music at the annual P.T. A. Christmas Program and participated in the annual E. N. C. Student Council Association which was held in Wilmington. For the Student Council the band gave a half hour concert program including a trumpet duet The Holy City” by Irvin Brown and David Nixon. For the P. T. A. the band and Glee Club gave a combined program. The most touch¬ ing scene was the Nativity with the band playing carols. The buying of a megaphone was a main project for the Band this Year. By selling candy and other refreshments at the games and by giving a Halloween party, they were able to do so successfully. David Nixon ON PARADE HIGH STEPPERS ■3 l ri •?- ' . 5 ■•V ' � ?. - ' . ' Si ' yjj wsra WALTER GAUSE, PRESIDENT OF STUDENT COUNCIL CROWNS MISS WILLIE PEARL MAULTSBY MISS WILLISTON FOR 1954-55 A RIDE THROUGH THE PARK 1954-55 TIGERS Left to Right: Mr. H. Hunter, Basketball, Track and Tennis Coach. Mr. E. A. Corbin, Baseball and Jr. Varsity Basketball Coach. Mr. F. P. Robinson, Foot¬ ball Coach and Athletic Dir¬ ector. “SENIOR” VARSITY PLAYERS High School Football has ended for these Tigers. Left to right: William Streets, Manager; Sherman Epps, Quarterback; John Foy, Halfback; Leander Batts, Right Tackle; Albert Saunders, Fullback; Robert Rob¬ bins, Right End; William Moore, Center; Charles Martin, Halfback; Edward Hill, Sports Reporter. Absent from picture; Standish Polite, End. PART OF HOMECOMING CROWD ' ' mm ' V ' I | fllF km wfas � Mb 4 MV ® 1 Ifre « _ ' tsoS ® . I scored i l$4 w 0- , very . l $? } l� «sao4 l ?K itty FOOTBALL FLASHBACK •yhe w imr ■ryoxviSfH Williston Park, August 16, - About 70 or 80 boys reported for the Williston Tigers ' football team. Most of them were green, with only about 15 veterans returning. Coach Robinson briefed the squad in what he expected and the games to be played. He stressed scholarship, sportsmanship, and ability. it v ■«. ‘ uel Bowens, son. They began the task of conditioning. Among the veterans who returned was Sam- Junior Quarterback, who is expected to master-mind the Tigers this sea- Raleigh, Sept. 17, - The maroon and gold clad Tigers of Williston, hungry for revenge on the Blue and White Little Blues of Ligon, trampled them in a 14-6 victory, where quarterback Bowens executed a daring feat of ball handling. His running attack was spearheaded by Rogers and Rhames, the touchdown twins. Wilmington, Sept. 24. - The Tigers, in a very close game, lost to the Adkins High School to the score of twelve to six. T «iO Taking ° ve y.i e to ’ r851 ith teL i « our play - nHjjers wK v OyJ ’ }q.. . iy - c cq- Elizabeth City, Oct. 1. - The Tigers Dropped another game to Elizabeth City Pirates, score 7-0. Wilmington, October 8. - After dropping two consecutive games, the Tigers en¬ tered the home park fighting mad, determined not to lose another. It was a game to be remembered by Wilmington fans. The tireless defense of the Tigers held the New Bern Warriors to a scoreless tie. Wilson, Oct. 15. - Confident over the last week ' s tie with the Eastern Cham¬ pions of last year, the Tigers of Williston met the Wilson team, which had defeated them last year. Although the field was wet and sloppy, the fused spirit of the Tigers was not to be fizzled. Quarterback Bowens sent Rhames on a pitchoutfor nineteen yards to score untouched. The conversion attempt by Bowens was blocked. A second T.D. was later scored by Rhames in the last quarter on a line buck, and the conversion by Bowens clinched the victory. At the gun the Tigers were on the Wilson 30 yd. line, af¬ ter a completed pass to Polite from Bowens. Durham, October 22. - A daring display of broken field running by the safety man of Durham netted a 95 yard touchdown, and shook the Tigers to reality. From then on, they out-played, out-thought, and out-maneuvered the Durham Bulldogs. They lost in the final moments, however, when a Durham back scampered across the goal line. With this T.D. Durham took the lead and won by a score of 19-12. V Sherman Epps BASKETBALL TEAM Eh h 1954 - THESPIANS - 1955 Members of 1954-55 Dramatics Club Standing, left to right: George Norman, Lawrence Ennett, Judith Owens, Robert Sparks, Louise Southerland. Mattie Herring, Louise Riley, Robert Aikens, and Fred Lockhart. Seated, left to right: Carlotta Saunders, Eliza Hawes, Anne Austin, Annie Andrews, Ruby Hawes, Daisy Vereen. SCENES FROM MUGSY’S MERRY CHRISTMAS Left to right: (First Row) Robert McGraw, George House, Harold Ellis, Walter Gause, Herbert Newton, Hermon Everell, Foster Hayer, Rudolph Tindall. (Second Row) Mr. W. G. Lowe, Aron Canty, James Lof¬ ton, Johnny Tony, Charles Hargett, Freddie Doe, Herbert Durant, Leland Jacobs, Samuel Jenkins, David Jacobs. (Third Row) Henry Perry, Thomas Duren, Walter McAllister, Willie Thompson, Judson Mills, Leander Batts, Everett McGhee, Deother Melvin, Elijah Boney, Robert Sparks, Edwin Kirton, Booker T. Green, Robert Williams, William Nixon, Andrew Sampson. (Fourth Row) James Farrar, John Henry Spar¬ row, Horace Moore, Willie Davis, Charles Gause, Bernard Johnson, Charles McKoy, Eugene Washington. HI - Y Walter McAllister Judson Mills Willie Thompson Earl Cheek Harold Ellis Samuel Jenkins Leander Batts First President Second President Vice President Chaplain Recording Secretary Financial Secretary Chief Usher The Hi-Y Club of Williston Senior High School is proud of her unbroken record of service since 1932. Its purpose is to create, maintain, and extend throughout the school and com¬ munity high standards of Christian character. The Hi-Y purpose is character through service. It attempts to serve the school and community. It attempts to serve the school and community as ushers; it makes con¬ tributions to charitable institutions; and it provides gifts and assistance for the sick and less fortunate at Christmas and whenever necessary. SPEAKER OF THE DAY Rev. Ray Butler COLLECTION CHRISTMAS BOXES FOR THE UNFORTUNATE OFFICIATING Walter McAllister ONE STAGE IN THE INITIATION OF 1954-55 NEW MEMBERS Left to Right: (First Row) Albert Hawkins, Lillian Gause, Rejena Bennett, Judson Mills, Carl Parker, Jesse Wood, Alfred Ennett, George Bosier. (Second Row) Inez Frager, Gerthenia Jones, Geneva Crosby, Lottie Patrick, Margaret Sampson, Bettie McIntyre, Dorothy Allen, Joseph Lawson, Walter Moore, Charles King, Angela Spencer, (Third Row) Eddwena Thompson, Pearlie Carmon, Mary Stukes, Shirley Melvin, Betty Foye, Carrie Wright, Barbara Johnson, Willie Harrison, Samuel Jenkins, James Colt, Carolyn Lewis, Arthalia Bordeaux. (Back Row) Phillis Whittley, William Murray, Russel Rhames, Thurman Johnson, Kath¬ leen Taylor, Barbara Hankins, Hazel Sidberry, Mabel Grady, Edith Taylor, Parthenia Wright, Joyce Norman, Margaret Reaves. (Not in Picture) James Clay, Zack Davis, Eastover Thames, Frederick Sanders, Hort- ence McRae. THE CtOWH and Sccptct CLUB To be eligible for membership in the Crown and Scepter Club, one must main¬ tain an average of B or above for the first two years of high school. Three main prin¬ ciples of the club are CHARACTER SCHOLARSHIP SERVICE. The program of the club for the year 1954-55 has proved to be a most interest¬ ing one. New furniture and plants were purchased for the front lobby. To aid in purch¬ asing this furniture, two dances and a television raffle were sponsored. The television set was won by Mr. J. Thompson of THOMPSON ' S BARBERSHOP. SENIOR MEMBERS OF CROWN SCEPTER CLUB LEFT to RIGHT: Juanita Fennell, Ezradale Bennett, Louise Williams, Annie Andrews, Daisy Vereen, Wal¬ ter McAdlister, Dorothy Jones, Zenobia Newton, Judith Owens, Cassie Drye, Anne Austin, Claretha Ander¬ son, Judy Freeman, Wilhelmina House, Louise Riley, Geraldine Floyd, Lorenzo Alford, Greba Murrill, (Back Row - Heads Only can be seen) Sherman Epps, Robert Sparks, Ward Monroe, David Nixon, Charles Martin, Delores McKoy. OFFICERS FOR 1954-55 David Nixon Walter McAllister Annie Andrews Judith Owens Anne Austin President Vice President Secretary Ass ' t. Secretary Treasurer FINAL INITIATION SERVICE PUBLIC INSTALLATION Seated Zenobia Newton, Willie Pearl Maultsby-Miss Williston, Juanita Johnson Standing Judy Freeman, Delores Johnson STUDENT COUNCIL Members of the Student Council for the years 1954-55: Center Front: Walter Gause First Row Stooping: Sherman Epps, Charles King, Willie Frank Harrison, Jesse Woods, Jr., Benny James, Alfred Ennett, William Streets, Robert Sparks. Second Row Standing: Ida Jones, Judson Mills, Bettye Foye, Carrie Wright, Wilhelmina Williams, Beulah Drains, Mary Collins, Daisy James, Hazel Wood, Mary Catheryne Williams, Curlie Hooper, Barbara Waddell, Bobra Collins, Carolyn McGhee, Robert Morris, Norris McKoy, Walter McAllister. Third Row Standing: Eliza Hawes, Deggie McAllister, Verlie Mae Rogers, Anne Austin, Ernestine Hansley, Elsie McClain, Ethel Murphy. Center Back Standing: Judith Owens. ; P j ; ; 11 ■ 111 I ' III ' 1 i Hf . 1 1 ' ta lab . J 1 r • % f- ; % 1 !| Mk ’ B J -4f ■ j ,c ibMmSm ■ ECHO STAFF Seated, Left to Right: Carey Henry, Sherman Epps, Joletha Sessions, Vivian Johnson, Annie Andrews. Standing, left to right: Edna Robbins, Bernice Moseley, Deggie McAllister, Rosa Robinson, Mozetta Huggins, Laura Smith, James Sterling, Samuel Tindall. Standing, back row, left to right: Charles King, Leander Batts, Bell, James Colt. LIBRARY CLUB Left to Right: (Seated) Mrs. Lethia Timmons, Lois Bryant, Willie Mae Hawkins, Gretchen Miller, Josha Mae Pierce, Louise Williams, Lottie Mae Robinson. L(S.econd Row) Mrs. B. B. Todd, Ezradale Bennett, Susan Gaymon, Laura Smith, Margaret Rouse, Louise Southerland, Ruth Williamson, Delores Faison, Rosa Robinson. (Third Row) Daisy Vereen, Mary Burnett. AD COMMITTEE Page 94 Seated, first row: Dorothy Jones, Anne Austin, Judith Owens, Catherine Yeoman, Daisy Vereen. Standing, second row: Lawrence Ennett, William Jones, Johnny Tony, Thaddius Moore, Walter McAllister, Sherman Epps. Standing, third row: Robert Sparks, Leander Batts, Aron Canty, Clarence Tobias . COMPLIMENTS IDEAL LAUNDRY DRY CLEANERS RUG CLEANERS Front and Orange Streets Wilmington, N. C. Exquisite Jewelry Friendly Credit Bulova Watches STANLEY’S JEWELERS 5 N. Front St Phone 4095 Compliments of MR. 8c MRS. D. A. RUSSELL Congratulations From w M AM-TV RADIO 630 KC TELEVISION Channel 6 NATHANS CREDIT CLOTHIERS To The Entire Family 22 So. Front Street Phone 7411 FINKELSTEIN’S Exclusive Dealers for World Famous LESTER PIANOS If you have tried the rest - Then try Phone 3-3920 BRINSON’S DRY CLEANERS Specializing in DeLuxe Cleaning Cash and Carry Delivery Service 2020 Princess Place Drive 4406 Wrightsville Ave. Compliments of LUCY B. MOORE Florist Gift Shop Remember You Get More at Moore ' s FRIGIDAIRE, GENERAL ELECTRIC AND ZENITH TELEVISIONS Hot Point, Sunbeam, and General Electric Small Appliances BRYANT-WILLIAMSON, INC. The Home Of Leading Appliances - TV - and Furniture NORTH 17 SHOPPING CENTER PHONE 3-6296 WILMINGTON, N.C. STORE HOURS OPEN TILL 7 P. M. Every Night Except Friday and Saturday TILL 9 P. M. Congratulations Seniors: Continue your education at the Wilming¬ ton College Center of Fayetteville State Teachers College. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the Amer¬ ican Association of Colleges for Teacher Educa¬ tion. A two year course in General Education leading to the Associate in Arts degree. Seated - Margaret McFadden Pope Lucille Spicer, Dean Rudolph Jones and Juanita Bellamy Mrs. Rowena Jones, Registrar of College Fine Furniture HUB FURNITURE COMPANY Furniture T. V. - Easy Terms Compliments of Pickaids (ypoltincj Cjoods Everything For The Sportsman Johnson Motors Columbia Bicycles Motor Scooters J. Gilbert Pickard 103 So. Front St. Phone 2-0468 209 Market Street Phone 2-3224 Wilmington, N. C. Compliments STANDARD PAINT AND HARDWARE CO. Paint, Glass, Mirrors Picture Framing 21 Market Street Wilmington, N. C. LEED’S MEN’S SHOP Sportswear for Men and Boys Corner Front and Market Streets Where the Promise is Performed COASTAL MOTORS, INC. Cadillac - Oldsmobile Sales - Service Wilmington, N. C. 11th and Market Streets Dial 3-2421 yeu i hey... TO GREATER VALUES CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF ' 55 from BRUCE and DAN CAMERON 3 rd Chestnut Sts. Phone 5214 Best Wishes MADEMOISELLE SHOP 22 North Front St. Phone 9584 KODAKS - MODELS - HOBBY SUPPLIES Dial 2-2882 121 Market Street Wilmington, N. C. ADAM HATS WINGS SHIRTS Greetings From V ts 6 yivua Dial 9649 Wilmington, N. C D’LUGIN’S The Store With An Honest Reputation Suits - Sportswear Dial 6816 10 So. Front GRADUATION MERELY OPENS THE DOOR TO LIFE ' S OPPORTUNITIES Best Wishes From The Eleven Million Dollar CAROLINA SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION 201 Princess Street Wilmington, N. C. SPORTS ALL KINDS Complete Home Furnishings Bicycles - Mercury Motors Barbour Boats Choir and Glee Club Robes THE FRIENDLY STORE Easy Terms 18 S. Front St. 114 Market St. Wilmington, ,N. C. PENDER FURNITURE COMPANY, INC. LITTLE JOE SHOE REPAIR Front and Dock Streets We Specialize in Men ' s and Ladies ' WHOLE SOLES You ' ll Do Better At Pender’s 119 Princess St. Phone 7524 telephones: 3-3664 - 2-8187 rnes CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Inc. general contractors — registration number 1584 P. O. BOX 658, CAROLINA BEACH, N. C. 6 0 9 S. 1 7 T H STREET, WILMINGTON, N. C. IDEAL PRINTERS E . A. RUSHER COMPANY Job Printing Wholesale Packing House Products E.C. Dobson - Owner Phone 3-5842 2016 Princess PI. Dr. Wilmington, N. C. P.O.Box 772 Dial 2-1631 Wilmington, N. C. Compliments of WHITE ICE CREAM AND MILK COMPANY Cars Called For Delivered DAIRY QUEEN The Cone With The Curl On Top 17th and Dawson Sts. THOMPSON’S ESSO SERVICENTER Road Service - Washing - Lubricating Minor Repairs Atlas Tires, Batteries Accessories Dial 2-3688 1702 Castle St. THINGS OF INTEREST THE WILLISTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY Johnny McKoy tied for second place in a state¬ wide composition writing contest, sponsored by Brick and Tile Service, Inc. Greensboro, North Carolina. Over a thousand boys participated by writing on the subject What I learned on my trip to the brickyard that will help me become a better bricklayer. At least 23 high schools took part and Johnnie was co-winner of the coveted second prize, a bricklayer ' s level and the local prize, a new trowel. By winning these prizes, McKoy brought honor and recognition to himself, his family and his school. C. M. H. Congratulations and Best Wishes for Your Future from Compliments of ALEXANDER’S DEPARTMENT STORE Fashion Clothing for Young Men and Women It Is Our Pleasure To Print This Annual For Willi ston Senior High School 214 Walnut Street • Phone 2-2141 118 Market Street Wilmington, N. C. Wilmington, North Carolina RADIO STATION W G N I Congratulations to the Class of ' 55 The Only IN-STOCK FORMALWEAR RENTAL SERVICE In The AREA county The House Of Name Brands CHINA 108 North Front Street Wilmington, N. C. Phone 2-3267 l S en Dial 2-6206 WILMINGTON, N. C. DIAMONDS WATCHES CRYSTAL Congratulations Sterling by International Wallace.. .Stieff,.. .Towle Lunt.. .Reed and Barton Heirloom... Gorhan Class of ' 55 From X DEPARTMENT STORE 15 South Front Street NEUWIRTH BROTHERS GENERAL TIRE CO. SPECIALIZING IN CAR ALIGNMENT, BRAKE RELINING POWER ENGINE TUNING, AND CUT-RATE RETREADING Phone 7368 or 4302 Phone 6057 520 No. 3rd Street Wilmington, N.C. 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M. WEEKS Office Equipment and School Supplies Water Market Sts. Phone • WALKER TAYLOR • J. VAN B. METTS, JR. Dial 1 9692 or 3-1562 2 12 PRINCESS 4232 18 Princess Street Dial 9906 Wilmington, N. C. Compliments PEOPLES FURNITURE COMPANY 416 North Front Street Quality Furniture For Less J. G. BRINSON Compliments of HARDWARE COMPANY Paints - Oils - Fishing Tackles MINTZ FOOD STORE 511 Dawson Street - Dial 4391 Wilmington, N.C. 823 Dawson Street - Dial 9237 Wilmington, N. C. CARMON’S GARAGE CAISON BROS. SERVICE STATION D. W. Carmon, Manager LAUNDRY and DRY CLEANERS General Repair Work - Motor Tune Up Local Linen Service 817 So, 13th Street Dial 2-3350 Thirteenth and Dawson Streets Wilmington, N.C. Wilmington, N.C. LANE’S DRUG STORES Three Locations To Serve You BROWN’S DELUXE CLEANERS Lane ' s Market St. Pharmacy 1608 Market Street Dial 6663 For Fine Cleaning Lane ' s Brooklyn Pharmacy 902 No. 4th Street Dial 6676 Lane’s Lake Forest Pharmacy Commercial Building Greenfield Street Dial 2-3516 Dial 6309 Fourth Harnett Sts. Wilmington, N. C. RECORDS - RECORDS - RECORDS Rhythm - Blues - Spirituals MOHR’S ESSO SERVICE WREDE’S RADIO Fast Road Service - Mechanical Repair TELEVISION SERVICE Finest Guaranteed Service On Expert Lubricating Polishing - Washing - Tires Radios, Record Players and Television Any Make or Model - Expert TV Installations Dial 6857 Batteries and Auto Accessories Phone 9261 1122 Market 1001 No. 4th St. Wilmington, N. C. Wilmington, N. C. PARENTS ENJOY A CHRISTMAS DINNER PREPARED BY THEIR DAUGHTERS. PREPARING TO SERVE THEIR PARENTS. A CLASS IN SEWING HOME ECONOMICS ACTIVITIES A MOCK WEDDING RECEPTION Dial 6301 24 - Hour Ambulance Service PAYNE’S TOURIST HOME FRENCH I. DAVIS Comfort and Convenience and the Where Particular People Stop Steam Heat FRENCH I. DAVIS MUTUAL BURIAL ASSOCIATION C. F. Payne, Prop. Dial 6181 417 N. Sixth St. Wilmington, N. C. 316 North 6th Street Wilmington, N.C. READ FENNELL’S AMOCO SERVICE THE Complete Automotive Service WILMINGTON JOURNAL Washing - Polishing - Lubrication YOUR NEWSPAPER T. C. JERVAY, Class 32 Publisher Phone 2-1706 Wilmington, N.C. Comer 3rd Red Cross Sts. COMPLIMENTS OF OCEAN MOTOR SALES, INC. Authorized Dealers For LINCOLN and MERCURY Phone 3-4611 310 North Second Street Wilmington, North Carolina GOOD LUCK From NORTH - SMITH Your Premium Coal and ESSO Fuel Oil Dealer Dial 4486 Compliments Dial 7645 MANNIE’S CUT RATE MACK’S TAXI 919 Dawson Street ' „ j l f x ■ c Stf - Phone 6709 ' WE DELIVER For Dependable Service 520 No. 7th St. Wilmington, N. C. Compliments of Compliments of E R GROCERY THOMPSON S BARBER SHOP We specialize in all branches of modern, scientific barbering, facials, tonics, etc. 6th Harnett Sts. Johnnie Thompson - Owner Mgr. 1403 Dawson Street Wilmington, N.C. G H GROCERY Best Wishes and Congratulations To Our Good Friends and Neighbors 803 Dawson Street MAY’S Fresh Meats and Groceries FIVE 8c TEN Phone 2-2114 Free Delivery 606 Castle St. Phone 6102 VARIETY ONE SECTION OF BAND AT PRACTICE Dial 2-1653 Pick-up and Delivery Best Wishes From A J CLEANERS MIKE’S WILMINGTON 2 Hour Odorless Cleaning GENERAL STORE Alterations and Repairs 807 Red Cross Street 512 McRae Street Wilmington, N.C. Phone 9212 GAS - OIL - TIRES - LUBRICATION Congratulations and Best Wishes for Success to the 1955 Graduating Class RED CROSS SHELL SERVICE LARKIN’S RESTAURANT 6th Red Cross Sts. Dial 3-9118 Wilmington, North Carolina 604 Red Cross Street Washing - Flats Fixed Compliments of Compliments of MARGARET’S STARLING’S GROCERY BEAUTY SALON 606 Red Cross St. 6th Red Cross Sts. Mrs. Margaret Johnson, Prop. Miss Ida Dixon Mrs. Leola Sanders Complete Food Store Phone 9471 Compliments of Compliments of LUCKY’S RECORD SHOP CHESTNUT AND APPLIANCES MOTOR SERVICE 610 Red Cross St. Sixth and Campbell Streets Telephones 2-3878 4790 ATLANTIC MOTORS, Inc. De Soto- ■ PifymoutA Telephones 21105 20590 1020 Princess Street WILMINGTON, N. C. PRINCESS STREET GROCERY For Fine Quality Meats and Groceries 10th Princess Sts. Phone 9346 Free Delivery Service Compliments of THE COCA COLA BOTTLING WORKS INC. 921 Princess Street CHESTNUT SALES SERVICE General Repairing and Overhauling of all Makes of Cars and Trucks Wrecker Service 14th and Dawson Streets Dial 2-2512 Say it With Flowers SOLLEE EQUIPMENT CO. Say it With Ours Cafe and Market Equipment FENNELL’S 902 Princess Street FLOWER SHOP Wilmington, N.C. Flowers For All Occasions 106 South 13th St. Dial 2-2744 w CLASS ACTIVITIES Compliments of WILLIAMS FISH MARKET Compliments of KEY MOTOR COMPANY Zora Singleton, Prop. Your CHRYSLER - PLYMOUTH DEALER Fresh Seafood Daily - Free Delivery 1417 Castle Street Phone 7727 721 So. 17th Street Res. Phone 2-0527 Phone 3-4626 MOORE-FONVIELLE Heating YOUR HEADQUARTERS FOR YEAR ’ROUND COMFORT Air Conditioning 1809 Dawson St. ■ Phone 4772 0} ’ilminqion, CN.. C. SHYTJLE’S GARAGE GENERAL REPAIRS WHEEL ALIGNING - BALANCING 1608 QUEEN STREET WILMINGTON. N. C. JACK SHYTLi Compliments MODERN LAUNDRY AND DRY CLEANERS Main Plant: 118 So. 17th St. Branches: 1124 N. 4th St. 510 Castle St. Featuring Sanitone Cleaning and Invisible Laundry Marking Congratulations To The Seniors of 1955 PARRISH RICHFIELD SERVICE SPRINGER COAL 2007 Princess St. Rd. AND OIL COMPANY Princess Place Phone 2-2966 Established 1872 Call for and Delivery Compliments of KONIG HARDWARE COMPANY THE A P STORE Paints - Oils and Plumbing Supplies 4th Nixon Streets 913 N. 4th Street Dial 7848 WILMINGTON, N. C. GEORGE’S FOOD STORE Phone 4380 Your Credit is Good Choice Meats and Vegatables BOB’S CREDIT Fancy and Staple Groceries CLOTHIERS Full Line Frozen Foods 709 1 2 No. Fourth Street Phone 2-2686 911 No. 4th Street Wilmington, N. C. Compliments Fine Furniture PEERLESS CLEANERS G. STEIN FURNITURE COMPANY Your Phi,lco Dealer 704 North Fourth Street 605 North Fourth Street Phone 6434 For Convenience and Economy Congratulations Trade Regularly at For Superior Laundry and Dry Cleaning SEASHORE DRUGS Skillfully Done By Williston Graduates SNOW WHITE LAUNDRY In Sunset Park DRY CLEANERS 2603 S. Front St. Phone 6278 Phone 2-2886 5th Ave. at Wright St. Wilmington, N C. MAC DONALD ' Smart Things For Smart Women’ 217 N. Second Street Phone 9745 E. P. MOORE and R. D. CORBETT PLUMBING CONTRACTORS Plumbing and Repairs that Satisfy 1116 Rankin St. Dial 2-3507 Compliments of DEPARTMENT STORE. INC. Wilmington, N. C. 214 N. Front St. Phones 2-0356 2-0357 Eastern Carolina ' s Most Modem DEPARTMENT STORE .Completely Air-Conditioned .Escalators .Automatic Elevator .Public Address System .Central Package Delivery .Two Hour Free Parking Three Floors and a Basement Store (8eIk-(6e£Aij. Wilmington, North Carolina McGRATH COMPANY 108 Market St. o Dial 2-3546 Everything Musical” T. V. -- Pianos -- Radios Combinations BEATY - GAINEY APPLIANCE CO. COMPLETE WESTING HOU SE APPLIANCES 120 North 3rd. Street Wilmington, North Carolina LINGO AMOCO SERVICE Compliments FREEMAN SHOE COMPANY 2128 Oleander Drive Alices that AMOCO Products Phone 2-8085 24 N. Front Street Phone 7036 Wilmington, N. C. Tires -- Tubes -- Accessories A. A. HOBB FOOD CENTER Quality Groceries PORK BEEF STEAKS 1419 Castle Street Phone 6146 We Deliver Compliments O’CROWLEY’S R. B. WARREN General Contractor and Remodeling CLEANERS, INC. Distributor of Everlox Shingles and Asbestos Siding Wilmington, N. C. 1706 Castle Street Phone 2-0129 Wilmington, N. C. THE YOUNGER SET Generator Voltage Regulator Service Radiator Repairs - Speedometer Repairs Electrical and Tune-up Service Wilmington Year Round Toys for Children McINTIRE MOTOR SERVICE 1815 Dawson Street Phone 2-8373 1 Wrightsville Ave. Phone 9395 Wilmington, N. C. Wilmington, N. C. 1954 CHRISTMAS FLOAT HANGING A NEW PICTURE MILLER SHEPARD Auto Radiator Service CLEANING REPAIRING RECORING 1819 Castle Street Phone 2-3517 WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA BARNES MOTOR COMPANY 7 10 S. 17th St. Dial 5676 Wilmington, North Carolina Cars Trucks Sales Service Your Neighborhood Dime Store 5c to $1.00 5c to $1.00 GOLDINGS 1620 Market St. Self-Service DRINK PEPSI COLA REFRESH WITHOUT FILLING PEPSI COLA BOTTLING COMPANY OF WILMINGTON, INC. New Wrightsville Beach Highway, Wilmington, N. C. Compliments E. S. PIVER SON ROOFING 800 So. 17th Street Dial 5929 weut ' MLFavorite HALL’S DRUG STORE Fifth Castle Streets Your Appreciative Druggist for Over 50 Years Phone 5265 The Best Store in the City for Country People The Best Store in the Country for City People Congratulations Compliments of SOUTHERLAND GREYHOUND TAXI SEAFOOD 902 Castle Street Fresh S eafood Cabs newly equipped with two-way Motorola Radio Sets 804 Castle Street Phone 3274 J. C. Mattocks, Manager Dial 2-1342 or 7514 Compliments Compliments of MATTOCKS NEWKIRK GROCERY SWEET SHOP 820 Meares Street and GROCERY 603 South 9th St. Phone 3-9148 Fresh Meats Groceries Fruits and Vegetables Newspapers Cosmetics Compliments of THE CAROLINA A. R. KING CUT STONE COMPANY Established 1905 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR MONUMENTS - TILE - GRANITE - GRAVEL Home and Commercial Wiring Appliance Sales and Service 715 McRae Street Dial 4171 611 1 2 Castle Street Wilmington, N.C. Compliments of WILLIAM CHESTNUT MALLARD S SANDWICH SHOP Notary Public Sandwiches of all kinds Treat To Eat 513 So. 7th St. Phone 3-1860 Phone 4890 LOOK HOLSUM jg BE HOLSUM H! BUY - - Best Wishes and Congratulations Let Us Furnish Your Home PARADISE GRILL Cellar to Attic DRIVE IN 1221 Wright Street SOUTHERN FURNITURE CO. House of Cool Jazz Cash or Credit Phone 9155 Wilmington, N.C. 622 N. 4th Street Dial 3-4471 Wilmington, N. C. JEWEL BOX, INC. KINNEY’S SHOE STORE Wilmington ' s Largest Credit Jewelers The DIAMOND STORE Shoes for the entire family. Basketball Shoes for Girls Boys. 11 So. Front St. Phone 2-3575 30 N. Front St. Compliments Compliments FOY ROE COMPANY %Slc.eS 29South 7ruut St Ini Uli miuytun, Tl 9 North Front Street The Finest Appliances From the Leading Lines Phone 5923 CUSTOM TAILORS We Carry The Largest and Most Complete Line Of Woolens In The South • WE SELL WOOLENS BY THE YARD e Alterations, Repairs and Re-weaving By Expert Male Tailors PRICES REASONABLE CONGRATULATIONS CAROLINA FURNITURE CO. Corner 4th Red Cross Sts. Headquarters for your LANE CEDAR CHEST PHELPS CASH GROCERY LION’S HEART GIFT SHOP 3001 Princess Place Drive Phone 4 2 0 6 Gifts and Souvenirs made by CAROLINA BLIND Wilmington, N. C. Market Street Road jj -MM mil |pj| 4 j Hff i -- m ■? up $5® m Is is fflj ' W i III | V ' 5 «|p fv vi iKLJMLM Zke Qlee Club THE WILLISTON SENIOR HIGH GLEE CLUB This choral so ciety embraces, in addition, three smaller specialized groups: The Concert Choir (46 voices), The Girls Glee Club (25 voices), and The Male Ensemble (37 voices). Last year the group began a huge effort to cover the expense of the purchase of seventy- five new robes. This year they have high hopes of closing the drive. On December 7th, Williston ' s Concert Choir made its television debut in a telecast ser¬ ies over Channel 6, Station W M F.D. They were most enthusiastically received by televiewers the state over, and a repeat performance is scheduled for this spring. Exchange concerts have been planned with choirs from Claflin College, Charleston, South Carolina, and possibly Adkins High School, Goldsboro, North Carolina in the spring of the year. The group continues to serve to the best of its ability all schools, churches, civic, fraternal, and charitable organizations who call upon them. The organization is directed by Mrs. B. Constance O ' Dell. SCENES FROM “MEN ARE LIKE STREETCARS” 1955 JR. - SR. PROM tv l v!w ' f-|Pgs S v ) JUt juL. ' ‘ SAj- ICC ' ( ! 7 ■ p c. zys- ' ) OtfrU, CvLcjy