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Page Two THE SPECTATOR December, 1968 Individuals Can Enjoy Peace Of Mind “I heard the bells on Christmas day Their old familiar carols play And wild and sweet the wor^ repeat Of peace on earth good will to men.” Yes, my friends, it is that time of year again. Light the lights, give the gifts, and sing the songs. Speaking of songs . . . what about the words of the above carol, written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow? “Of peace on earth good will to men.” “Peace? There is a war, (or shall we say ‘police action,’) going on in Vietnam and Mr. Longfellow says to sing of peace!” Have you ever found your mind thinking along this line? Friends, just as there is more than one kind of love in this world, there is also more than one kind of peace. -A.n ex pression coined by Americans is the phrase “peace of mind.” This peace is the one kind of peace that you as individuals can achieve. “What is peace of mind?” Having peace of mind enables people to lie down at night and sleep without tossing and tunib- ling over some worry or being kept awake by a feeling of guilt. Peace of mind may mean different things to different people. To a father peace of mind is knowing that his family is well provided for or that his bills are paid. A mother with peace of mind has children who are growing up in the right way. To a teacher peace of mind comes when there are pupils who are grasping the understanding of a subject. To anyone knowing that he is not in trouble with the law; has a home, food and clothing; and has a good relationship with God and his fellow- man gives peace of mind. Students, you may obtain peace of mind in a variety of ways. Peace of mind may range from something as trivial as having a date to the party to something as important as being accepted by a college. It has been said that “A clean conscience is a soft pillow.” (. . . Apples of Gold). With a clean conscience there is definite ly peace of mind accompanied by many restful nights. Peace? Yes, there is peace on earth. Light the lights, give the gifts, and sing the songs! —Glenda Currin Onlookers Witness Misconduct At l^arade What did you do at the Christmas parade? Were you one of those who stood by and enjoyed the beautiful floats while listening to the marching bands play Christmas carols? The majority of onlookers had come to witness one of the highlights of our Christmas seasQn only to be confronted by a shower of peas, Peebles, and hot cigarette butts. Most embarrassing of all is the fact that the out of town bands who made a special effort to add to our pleasure were some of the main targets. Although Webb students were not the only ones responsible for this, it is up to us to set a good example for those younger than we. Regardless of age this was indeed rude and uncalled for. But what should be done to prevent this from happening again? It certainly would be bad if the answer were no more parades. Surely we could not be selfish enough to deprive the tiny tots of seeing Santa Claus because of our juvenile behavior. Although the only thing that we can do about this incident now is apologize, we must realize that only we, as individuals, can keep it from happening again. ^ —Dot Williford Proliles Of Webb Letter To The Editor Leading our list of Profiles this issue is Jerry “Snake” Barker. Jerry was one of the leading members of our football team this year and is looking forward to an all conference berth next year. Some of his fav orite pastimes include: grossing out Wayne Matthews, catching candy for his sister and his look-a-like brother, Mark, at the Christmas pa rade, and hunting leopards, (Kitty) ! One of the most outstanding soph omores at J. F. Webb this year is Emma Day. She is known through out the school as an avid member of the Student Council. When asked about the future, Emma said that she would like to milk cows and teach French. Taylor “Playboy” King leads our freshmen this month. He holds the office of vice president of his class and general all-round agitator. His hobbies include playing in the band and chasing Judy, Bess, Susan, Jane, Nanette . . . The teachers of the month for this issue is Mr. Curtis Tillotson. He not only teaches histor>’, but also holds down the position of assistant band director. He wants Santa Claus to bring him a life-size glossy photo of Herb Alpcrt. Dear Editor, After the little incident that oc curred at our Christmas parade a few weeks ago, almost our entire student body wanted to rise against those few people who were involved. Could you answer a question for us? Why ffidn’t these people do some thing about it when they saw it happening? Those same people stood by and watched what was going on and did nothing about it. They even thought it was funny; they came to school the next day all fir ed and telling everybody how they were going to “step on the heads” of those people who threw beans. If these people had stepped on some heads, so to speak, on that Thurs day, this whole mess would never have occurred. We’re not saying that all the stu dents at Webb are guilty, because many didn’t realize what was hap pening. But to those who saw it and did nothing, somebody should step on their heads. Thank you for your time. Two Concerned Students Bobby Colenda Anita Currin Honor Roll Seniors Melina Bifulco Jacqueline Clark Teresa Currin Sanne Jones Mike O’Brian Cecelia Pruitt Wayne Puckett Juniors Keith Clement Glenda Currin Debra Fox Becki Newcomb Jane Oakes Luther Penny Dot Williford Sophomores Shelia Arrington Cathy Farabow Mike Peters Anna Tarry Freshmen Linda Compton Wanda Knott Jamie Rowland Sylvia Yancey Poetry Dear Readers, Several weeks ago while roving a- round uptown in the metropolis of Oxford I saw a huge crowd gather ed. I asked myself, “What in the tarnation’s going on?” Then along comes the elegant Webb Band mar ching and playing Christmas songs. It was really a festive occasion un til low and behold some juveniles (apparently delinquents) began to shoot peas and throw things. Since I hadn’t worn my G.I. Joe helmet that day, I ducked into a store for protection and started my Christmas shopping. While going down my ten feet long list and making a few pur chases here and there I discovered a dollar bill won’t buy what it used to. Boy, is stuff expensive! Do you think my sweetheart would like a couple of packs of chewing gum in stead of a fancy ring? As long as we are discussing rings ... I heard that Ivy Lawrence was having trouble holding her hand up. I wonder why her class ring says 1969 when she doesn’t gradu ate until 1970! The Webb faculty really ought to see a contractor soon about widen ing the halls of Webb. Not only is there not enough feet and elbow room, but have you taken a look at the ^niors lately? With all those high SAT scores back such as 1471, 1232, 1200 there are a few swelled heads around. I guess they have every right to be and the other Webb students should be proud of these scholars, too. When they be come presidents and famous scien tists they may remind the public that once they attended J. F. Webb High School. Lindsey Overton announced the other day that his idea of a good time was “when Marsha comes to Oxford.” Who’s Marsha? I thought he was going with that cute Wilkins girl named Bonnie. Have you heard of Joy Wilkie’s latest episode? She either fell on or was pushed (investigations are still underway) into the Atlantic Ocean on a cold December night! Unbe lievable? You don’t know Joy, do you? Well, people, in a few hours we’ll be out for Christmas holidays. Isn’t it nice for them to give us the day before Christmas Eve off from school ? ! Too bad we couldn’t have the day before New Year’s Eve off, too. Before I rove on down the line I just want to say Merry Christ mas! See you next year! —Your Roving Reporter In Accordance With Life Just how can I begin to say what you mean to me, “life”? You are every breath, ever>' touch and every smile. You are every whispering wind and every hour of strife. Every challenge and even that span of happiness that lasts only a while! At times when this candle of “life” seems to flicker so low. Seemingly wanting to wander apart. I only bow my head to pretend I shall never know; How vast it must be to have an empty heart. There are so many things I have never touched; The dew on the morning grass or the shadow of the sky. There are so many small things I have wanted so much; That cost only the chance but past times I did deny. If only a short while I know how it feels to live. The light touch of life comes and goes of a breeze Often at times I have been perplex ed and unable to feel But then there ar times when I a- wake when it begins to leave. I begin to think how it should be without your assurance Only the thoughts grow into vanity. I can feel the stir of uncertainty fall upon endurance And then the choice of death of hu manity. Could I just say “I wonder” About such a great amount of things I’ve never had the right to prove ? The sudden flash of death or the sharp clap of thunder The raging drift of the sea. When it begins to move? “Life” on your behalf I set you up up with all the treasures. I give to you all the wealth, and all the fame. I bestow upon you all of the world’s pleasures; And lastly I give to you “life” for it is rightly your name. —Connie Briley Senior Spotlight A lot credit goes to a lot of people a lot of time but whoever stops to thank somebody for just being even-tempered and nice to get along with. Nobdy does! If anyone did take the time, the first person you’d have to compliment would b« Sybil Royster. No mat ter how “shabby” you treat her, she makes you feel like a real “heel” by being so nice to you in return. By demonstrating his leadership abilities as president of the Key Club and his athletic abilities as a tremendous award for our basket ball team. Dal Mackie has certain ly earned a place in this month’s &nior Spotlight. (If you’re like me, you can’t wait to see how many records he’ll break next year at State.) Anita Currin is one girl who real ly gives everything she’s got to our band. All during football season she worked diligently with the Pep Band and is currently trying to im prove our parade conduct. No matter how bad everything seems, one grin from Bill Powell and the world is all right again. During a football game it was ru mored that he was engaged to a cute, giggling Junior; but all fur ther reports have proved this state ment to be false. If any of you girls would like to know what it’s like to be a cover girl, just ask Sanne Jones. Her love ly countenance adorned the first two issues of the “Spectator.” Along with posing, Sanne works with the Student Council and is still able to maintain the highest scholastic av erage of any Senior. 4 News In Brief PSAT scores have arrived and many Juniors’ hopes and fears are being confirmed. Good luck to all. Club pictures for the “Wildcat” were taken Wednesday and Thurs day, December 4th and 5th. For once everyone tried to look their best and many of Webb’s Wildcats accomplished their purposes. The Betty Crocker Homemaking test was given to many Senior girls Tuesday, December 3. Seniors are just delighted this test is over. Parents really had a taste of what high school is like at the November 25 P. T. A. meeting. Many of them found out that school was not quite as easy as they had anticipated. Now they know why their children don’t all make the honor roll. THE STAFF Glenda Currin Editor Dot Williford Associate Editor Tommy Currin Sports Editor Lindsay Yancey Business Manager Business Assistants Peggy Sumrell, Frank Hielema, Dal Mackie, Bobby Colenda, Teresa Currin, Frank Timberlake, Mary Jo Brooks, Sherry Hicks, Sanne Jones, Chris Thomasson, Pam Evans, Hugh Currin Circulation Hugh Currin, Marvel Carter, Bobby Colenda, Cinderella Boyd, Janet Wrenn, Pam Evans, Tommy Currin Typists Marvel Carter, Cinderella Boyd, Janet Wrenn, Deborah Cash, Chris Thomasson, Mary Fields Reporters Bryant Henderson Shirley Averett Ivy Lawrence Wanda Dickerson Cathy Farabow Kathy Boyd Sharon Mullen Kim Royster Steve Wright Three Wilson Carrie Pruitt Ann Cheatham Photography Gary Angle
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