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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1973
Page
10
A school editorial argues that amateur teen drivers seek thrill and power from speed but risk lives. It urges adolescents to think before acting, respect traffic laws, and value life to curb deadly driving habits. The piece highlights teen impulsivity, enforcement limits, and the need for safer conduct on roads.
Campus notes celebrate Jim Kirby becoming a merit scholarship test semifinalist. The Tiger Rag praises his recovery after medical care in Beaumont and recalls the recent Cleveland game, the seniors’ panoramic photo, and upcoming homecoming events including mum orders and dance tickets.
The SHS Band released All Region audition material early for preparation. A record high number of members are expected to try out this year. Tryouts are scheduled for December 8, 1973.
Rock fans packed the Lake Charles Civic Center on September 15 for Grand Funk Railroad. The show opened with Ballinjack and featured a steam locomotive film and hits including Were an American Band. Fans cheered as balloons flew, and an encore of Gimme Shelter closed a memorable night.
Silsbee High School weekly newspaper the Tiger Rag lists staff editors reporters and secretaries for the 1975 74 year. It notes publication by the Silsbee Bee with student editors and no administrative stance, including sections for News Features Sports Clubs and Circulation.
The Tigers crushed the Indians 35 6 as the scoreboard cleared after a decisive game. Freshman Tim Bush survived a pie attack at the pep rally blamed on sophomore president Douglas Bonnette. The Chess Club plans meetings tours and classes next year led by Leigh Kellar and Billy Fontaine. Frosh football times canceled due to extended practice for two weeks.
ISILSBEE LIONS Club meets on the first and third Tuesday each month except September when the second and third Tuesdays are skipped. Members and visiting Lions welcome at All Souls Catholic Church Educational Building located on North 9.
The SHS Tigers defeated the Cleveland Indians 35 to 6 after a tight first half. Gary Dean connected on a 17 yard fourth quarter pass to Gary Laskoskie to start the scoring surge, with Sweatt converting all extra points. Tomorrow night the Tigers host Huntsville.
Silsbee High students report the Maroon and White Club initiated new members with a playful nurse theme. At the Sept. 19 meeting president Doris Yount led a pledge and rookies received nurse caps, lipstick, and rouge with a ritual for Sept. 20.
The IC.T Club held a Sept 5 meeting to elect new officers including President William Coudrain and Vice President John Dear. Other roles filled include Secretary Marie Nichols Treasurer John Collins Reporter Dwayne McClusky Parliamentary Brad Youne Sergeant at Arms John Darrell Gordon and Student Council Rep Hicky McClelland. Four clubs join to build a homecoming float and LC.T will meet Sept 25 to install officers with A S White coordinating.
This week’s column offers a sermonette on consideration as a guiding virtue. Joyce F. Smith invites readers to slow their pace and reflect, urging mindful choices and thoughtful acts in daily life.
The JETS club sponsored by Mrs. Gayle Ratliff outlines 1973 plans. Officers include Keith Van Winkle president Rosanne Baker secretary Paula Taylor treasurer Karen Turner reporter. A tie for vice president between Lisa Breaux and Terry Vaughn will be settled at the next meeting.
The column emphasizes consideration for others as a neglected virtue. It argues people are wrapped in their own worlds and urges awareness of how others feel. It concludes that caring for others earns the greatest gift, love for humankind.
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