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Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1964

Page

2

Corrall Staff 1964 65 Corral Editors and Reporters

The Corral for 1964-65 lists editors Lillie Mahan and reporters Gregg Hargrave Bruce Evans Larry Don Nash Brenda Shackelford Jerry Grantham lag Seal ard Sally Dee Sechorn Tommy Harwell Sue West Caroline Byrd Marsha Carmack Doug Custer Johnny Hall Larry McCain Philip Self Laura Tutor Joan Vaughn Judy Smith. The roster names student contributors across roles.

Gregg Hargrave Bruce Evans Larry Don Nash Brenda Shackelford Jerry Grantham Lag Seal Ard Sally Dee Sechorn Tommy Harwell Sue West Caroline Byrd Marsha Carmack Doug Custer Johnny Hall Larry McCain Philip Self Laura ‘Tutor Joan Vaughn Judy Smith

Juniors Have Wide Variety Of Hobbies

A list of junior students and their hobbies shows diverse interests. Billy Cross-coin collecting Sandra Moyers-collecting records Karen Dement-tennis Nancy Harrington-sewing Wanda Stamps-collecting stuffed animals Carol Simmons-collecting different items Bill Edrington-loafing Sharon Walkup-piano and singing David Baker-working Richard Beck-fishing Sheila Devoll-horseback riding banners Jerry Grantham-nuts and bolts and radio Brenda Mills reading Marilyn Walker-basketball football baseball Barbara Clements-collecting small trinkets Judy Shaw-bowling Larry Don Feagin-leather craft Pat Steed-ping pong Rita Keel-cheerleading Lucretia Henderson-cooking Margie George-piano James Grantham-watching girls Mary Ellen Garcia-collecting insects.

Billy Cross Sandra Moyers Karen Dement Nancy Harrington Wanda Stamps Carol Simmons Bill Edrington Sharon Walkup David Baker Richard Beck Sheila Devoll Jerry Grantham

Christmas Is Eternal Says Minister

Rev. Dech of the Nazarene Church spoke on the true meaning of Christmas in an assembly on Wednesday December 16. Mike Reeves introduced him and Larry Mooe gave the invocation.

Dech The Nazarene Church Rev Mike Reeves Larry Mooe

Blue Notes Senior Honor Band to Perform in Commerce

CHS senior honor band members will depart Feb 20 for an all day practice ahead of a 6 30 pm concert in Commerce. The group will perform with East Texas State College bands and receive certificates. Attendees include Johnny Martin Mike Smotherman Ronald Clift Ron Dishman Marsha Harris Carolle Denny Jan Harwell Sherry Howard Jo Lynn Cargile. Band boosters report sales at home basketball games and thank the Band Booster Club. Uncle Norm’s Thought For the Week offers a positive prompt.

CHS East Texas State College Hemphill Commerce Johnny Martin Mike Smotherman Ronald Clift Ron Dishman Marsh

Scotch Scotet Honored In Senior Personality Feature

Senior Scotch Scotet, born January 4 1947 to Mr and Mrs Scotty Clements, resides at 1500 Ave J NW and is often seen at 704 Ave H. He is 17, 6 1, 150 pounds with blue eyes and blonde hair. His hobbies include bowling and time with Jennifer Gooch. He plans to attend Texas Tech and to work in his own business in ten years.

Scoteht 1500 Ave. J Ave Scotch Paul Newman Suzanne Pleshette Seotch Jennifer Gooch Texas Tech Jennifer

CHS Gymnastics Team Performs At Half Time

CHS gymnastic team performed at a basketball game on December 15. Members included Jerry Bourland Russell Schaeffer Larry Keys Jerry Taylor Gordon Sims Larry Gene Robertson Garland Feasel Darrell Watson and Danny Gregory. They practiced all week and executed many jumps and flips. The team will perform at other games before year end.

CHS Gymastic Jerry Bourland Russell Schaeffer Lary Keys Jerry Taylor Gordon Sims la Gene Robertson Garland Feasel Darrell Watson Danny Gregory

The Coming Of Santa Recalls Old Editorial

This piece recounts the Santa Claus legend from multiple cultural names to St. Nicholas history in Myra. It highlights the 1897 New York Sun editorial “Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus,” and stresses belief in Santa as a symbol of love, generosity, and childhood joy enduring through time.

North Pole Santa Claus Pere Noel England Father Christmas Kriss Kringle San Nicolaus Sankt Klaus Chistmas St. Nicholas Turkey Myra St. Nick Clement C. Moore Thomas Nast Santa F. P. Church New York Sun Virgina Virginia Lanas

TV Guide For Classes Themed Schedule and Show List

TV guide item lists classroom oriented segments and episodes featuring Alfred Hitchcock and Lawrence Welk style programs. Notable entries include The Little Rascals freshmen and The Munsters detention hall.

Suspehsé Theater Superman Garland Terrell The Wagon Train Lawrence Welk Hemphill Novak Coach Reeves

Vernon Lions Edge Bobcats In Overtime Thriller

Vernon Lions rallied from an 18 to 6 first quarter deficit to force a 46 all tie after regulation against the Bobcats. In overtime Vernon pulled away 54 to 48 as David Balew scored 21 and Bruce Evans 22 for the Cats.

Vernon Lions Bobcats Vernon Lions David Balew Bruce Evans Cats

Sweet Tart Letter From Fannie Jr High Impresses Readers

Exchange notes from Fannin Chatter at Fannie Jr High feature a playful wedding proposal in a doughy pun filled letter. The writer jokes about baking affection and asks the recipient to be their butter half as they knead and loaf through life together.

Fannie Jr. High

Judy Burkett Named Sr. Personality In Amarillo

Judy Burkett, born December 23 1946 in Amarillo, is honored as this week's Sr. Personality. The 17 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Burkett lives at 1205 Avenue G NW. Judy lists activities including FHA civil defense chair, Junior Play director, Dixie Band, Stage Band, volleyball and basketball. Her favored foods are steak and potatoes and she cites actors John Wayne Steve McQueen and Susan Hayward as favorites. She aspires to be married and start a family in ten years.

Judy Burkett Amarillo Judy E. W. “Stoney” Burkett Avenue G. Nw Chevrolet John Wayne Steve McQueen Sean Connery Susan Hayward Tippy Hedren Roy Orbison FHA Civil Defense FHA Dixieland Band Brass Sextet Allen McGouirk

190 Predicted to Die During This Holiday

As predicted by the Texas Department of Public Safety 190 persons will die during the Christmas New Year holiday. Of these 190 105 will be due to traffic accidents. The Drive Lighted and Live campaign is led by the Texas Association of Broadcasters with help from the Texas Safety Association and the Texas Motor Transportation Association urging careful travel over the holidays.

Texas Department of Public Safety Texas Association of Broadcasters Texas Safety Assocation Texas Motor Transportation Association

Unknown Birth Date Of Jesus Celebrated Non

The text discusses the uncertain date of Jesus birth and the shift to Christmas by the 4th century. It notes Epiphany on January 6 as baptismal and birth observance, mentions December as Christ birthday in 364, and explains how Dies Natalis Solis Invicti merged with Christian festival customs and gift giving, linking Santa Claus to St. Nicholas.

Jesus Christ Santa Claus Kris Kringle Father Christmas

Reading Aids Spelling and Writing Improvement

Professor James Squire of the University of Illinois argues reading is essential for writing. He says extensive reading builds vocabulary and exposes students to varied writing patterns, urging more class time for reading in high schools and junior highs.

James Squire University of Illinois At the Rational Squire

Librarians Hold October Meeting and Holiday Plans

The librarians met in the auditorium on Tuesday October 14 for a regular session. Gail led the brief business portion. Each librarian shared holiday plans. Nellie Agnes Kennedy announced a Christmas story titled Asaphs Way by Don Paonessa.

Gail Nellie Agnes Kennedy Don Paonessa

County Attorney Lectures Vocational Class on Leases

December 12 County Attorney Clarence Carter spoke to a 4 and 5 period vocational agriculture class about land leases and contracts. He outlined legal contract requirements and noted that oral agreements can be valid. Carter emphasized each contract differs and brought three law books on leases. He warned that anyone can sue but winning is not guaranteed.

Clarence Carter Carter

FHA Girls Chapter Leads Christmas Card Project

Hughes FHA girls donate ten percent of their Christmas cards to the State Mental Hospital in Wichita Falls. Second year girls sew child garments, third years craft housing items, smock pillows, embroider, and make a western shirt. Fashion show planned for first Wednesday after mid term. Johnson chapter claims 100 percent in card drive while mass Christmas candy efforts continue. Bi-Phy-Chem club at CHS meets monthly to elect officers and adopt a constitution, with Richard Briley as president and Ricky Hamm heading the committee.

FHA Hughes Fha Wichita Falls Johnson Chapter Science Club CHS Mrs. Robinson Richard Briley Jerry Keys W. J. Copeland Andy Scott Bill Edrington Sam Jones Sammy Selman Pat Steed Ricky Hamm Briley

Sixth period Speech Class presents Room for Mary play

The December 15 performance in a living room featured Mother Mary as dusting and singing carols with Carol Sally in the role. Debra Bird Rita Evans Joan Vaughn Lucretia Henderson and Linda Crouch also acted while Robert Nichols directed. A post show business meeting followed led by president Joan Vaughn. The next gathering is January 11 with Doug Custer planning and directing the play.

Mary Mother Carol Sally Debra Bird Rita Evans Joan Vaughn Lucretia Henderson Linda Crouch Robert Nichols Doug Custer

Briefs and Quotations From a Religious Note

A short collection of reflective lines on death patience immortality and moral virtues. The text includes aphoristic statements about love harm good works and personal character in a contemplative tone.

New Trophies Highlight School Spirit and Offbeat Moments

In a bustling Friday report from the school, students enjoy a festive season with new trophies in the case while mischievous antics and classroom antics fill the day. Ronnie Gray quits football after sixth period as the Road-Runners edge a close win.

Ronnie Gray Burk Teddy Poling Chee Vaughn Mary Townie Judy Larua Jerry Poling Sandra Nelso Martyn Houchin Rita Fyans Felix Henry Martha Wallin Rondos Larry McCain Bruce Evans Larry Nash Janie Glover Carolle Denny Jeannie Collins Lynne Nabers Mary Ann Townsend Diana Bracy Caroline Byrd Mary Gary Smotherman Larry Moore Andy Longbine Andy Jerry Bourland Wayland Bratcher Quanah Darrel Waston Claude Wilks Sylvester Ricks Gina Butler

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the Corral Childress High School Editors Lillie Mahan Vasa ANG Awad Rasren Scotty Clements Glen Albert TV Guide Cats Corner Exchange News FFA Phil Campbell Mr Morgan Kat Klatter Sahara Credit Team P.T Childress
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