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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1968
Page
7
The 1968 Tigers finish with an 11-1 record after a 35-15 quarterfinal defeat to Alvin. It marks the second straight year advancing to the quarterfinals, a historic season for a Silsbee team.
The Tigers overachieved expectations with a season built on pride and teamwork. Strong summer workouts and scrimmages, a decisive win over Orange, and a dramatic comeback against Bridge City highlighted a year of 110 percent effort. Coaches and community backing were crucial to their success.
Cheerleaders are more than Friday pep rallies and game yells. They create signs, sell ribbons, organize pep rallies, write notes, wrap goal posts, and maintain school and town spirit to motivate players and students alike while proving dedication to their duties.
The National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, taken in February during junior year, costs 1.25 dollars and serves as practice for college entrance exams. High scorers become semi finalists with scholarship prospects, including $1000 awards, as sponsoring organizations vary yet remain eager to award funds.
Dr. Eugene T. Moore, director of admissions, spoke with SHS students about East Texas Baptist College. Eight girls asked questions and learned about tuition and school details. Seniors were given applications. ETBC is in Marshall, Texas with about 900 students.
The Peace Corps began under President Kennedy and sends volunteers to Africa Asia and Latin America. Open to US citizens 18 or older with no college requirement for teaching projects. Two year terms with a small living allowance 1800 bonus on return and training of one to three months. Volunteers live with locals train local workers and help sustain projects after departure.
Mr Laird, SHS head custodian, sponsors a mystery person at the Tiger pep rally. The mystery figure names the guessing winner who receives a mystery envelope, two game tickets, and a two dollar treat fund, with cheers from students and staff thanking him for morale boosting support.
Campus Rambler notes a record year for Silsbee High School with praise for the Tigers. Student Council plans to set up a Christmas tree as the Silsbee Youth Council sells trees in Pine Plaza Parking Lot. Basketball starts strong as districts loom.
The article describes a nationwide trend this winter toward a soft romantic style. Crepe and lace blouses with ruffles pair with velvet flared slacks or skirts, vests with gold braid, and knits, belts, and turtlenecks. Fur appears on coats and other garments as a stylish staple.
The piece notes Ihivago or Midi coats as top picks for winter with many buyers choosing capes. Red and grey lead color choices, and men favor vests turtlenecks and wide ties. A new trend features shirts and ties in the same fabric and a coat with two pockets on one side and one on the other.
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