Sr Ranks High in Nat'l Test: Barbara Birshtein, Washington Irving's winner of the Betty Crocker Search for the American Homemaker of Tomorrow Contest, is among the ten highest rating girls in the state.
Her examination papers, which are made up of questions concerning homemaking knowledge and attitudes, are now being reviewed by Science Research Associations.
Barbara is still being considered for a $1,500 or $500 Betty Crocker scholarship, in addition to an expense-paid educational tour of New York City, Washington, DC, and Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, for herself and her school advisor.
The 1962 Betty Crocker Search reached another all-time high in enrollment wiht 406,132 girls in 12,874 schools participating. This program, now in its eighth year, has given over three quarters of a million dollars in scholarship awards.
In Washington Irving, Miss Una Jarvis supervised the test.
State Choirs Meet March 22: The annual all-state high school choir event to be held in Charleston, March, 22, 23, 24 will be under the direction of a Mr. Razey from Philadelphia.
Schools from all over the state whose choirs sing four-part music will send their representatives to the capital city. Choir members from Washington Irving who will participate are Sherry Taylor, Judy King, Bill Yoke, and Steve Snyder.
The number of representatives a school is entitled to send is determined by its enrollment.
Music educators sponsoring the meeting hope to have an all-state band in attendance.
ACT Tests: ACT tests will be given again April 21. Colleges or Universities in West Virginia in which the ACT test is either recommended or required are Marshall University, Potomac State College, West Virginia University, Alderson-Broaddus College, Fairmont State College, Glenville State College, Salem College, Shepherd College, West Liberty State College, West Virginia Institute of Technology, West Virginia State College, West Virginia Wesleyan College, and Wheeling College.
Hi-Y Continues Winning Ways: The Washington Irving Hi-Y boys continued their basketball winning streak, as they rolled over the Bridgeport Hi-Y 73-64, in a February 15 game.
Before this game, the team had defeated the First Methodist, 85-31, the WI Freshmen, 45-12, and the Victory Hi-Y, 40-36.
Bridgeport fell easily, wilting against the hot shooting of the starting five - Dave Anderson, Dave Brown, Jim Simms, Carl Fetchero, and Bill Bowie. WI emptied the bench in the second quarter and Paul Embry, Blair Thrush, and Jim Hovey continued the rout of the Indians. George Eason, the regular starting center, and Bill Arnett were not able to make the trip.
Upcoming victims for the Hi-Y are the WI Frosh, the WI reserves, the Victory Hi-Y, and the Bridgeport Hi-Y.
In the weekly ratings, Coach Gary Bailey's Chinese Bandits were listed as the top Hi-Y team in the state. The ratings were put out by the Hilltop sports staff.
Youth Group Has Banquet: The 1962 UCYM banquet was held at the Presbyterian church, February 1, with approximately 90 youths and adults in attendance.
New officers are president, Kathy Hyman; vice-president, Betsy Dilmore; recording secretary, Janet Fankhauser; corresponding secretary, Linda Bush; and treasurer, John Gray.
Program area chairmen are - faith, Sharon Knight; outreach, Bill Meck; witness, Joy Green; citizenship, Jerry Zinn; and fellowship, Nickie Stevens.
The next activity of the UCYM will be the annual Lenten Retreat at Jackson's Mill on Saturday, March 31, and Sunday, April 1.
Four WI Seniors Reach Merit Finals: Having reached the finals of the 1961-62 National Merit Scholarship program, Barbara Birshtein, Pamela Hall, John Harpold, and Richard Lynch have been awarded certificates of merit which attest to their high academic promise.
These WI students are among the nearly 10,000 students from which the National Merit Scholars will be selected.
If selected as Merit Scholars, they will be eligible to receive Merit Scholarships which are 4-year awards ad carry stipends that range from $100 a year to $1,500 a year by the Merit Scholarship Selection Committee, a panel of experts in academic selection, and by judging teams convened by various donors of Merit Scholarships.
Each stipend is individually determined on the basis of need.
The finalists are judged on high school grades, leadership, citizenship, and extra curricular activities as well as test scores.
The actual selection process is now under way, and the winners and the principals of their school will be notified by March 20.
Last year's finalists were Janet Marple and Ann Shelbaer.
Art Appreciation Names '63 Officers: Second semester officers of Art Appreciation Club, sponsored by Miss Emil taylor, are President, Sue Ammons; Vice-President, Jan Warner; Secretary, Katin Penteloukas; and Treasurer, Sharon Davis.
The club members enjoyed a party recently held at the home of Miss Taylor. After discussing the latest news and eating all the refreshments, everyone agreed that the party was a success.
Pam Hall, B. Birshtein Top Class Scholastically: With a 3.8750 scholastic average, Pamela Hall is valedictorian of the Senior Class, and Barbara Birshtein, with a 3.7941 average, is salutatorian. In addition to participating in many other activities, both girls are members of National Honor Society, Be Square, and Tri-Hi-Y and are National Merit Finalists.
In the top 20% of the class scholastically are Pam Hall, Barbara Birshtein, Richard Lynch, John Harpold, Beveryly Wright, Josephine Haught, Steve Snyder, Dave Brown, Joy Greene, Steve McGee, Judy Whitehair, Theresa Scalise, Jack McWhorter, Jon Rose;
Marilyn Hurst, Holly McMunn, Jane Davis, Margaret Heflin, Barry Talkington, Prudy Robinson, David Ware, Dianne Moffet, Judy Cline, Albert Hoffman, Linda White, Bill Arnett, Maunalea Weekley, Sam Ellis, Sharon Linn, Susan Woofter;
Steve Zinn, Kitty Wysong, Mimi Hodges, Lauya Stracke, Joyce Reed, Connie Leaseburg, Carol Whaley, Ricky Spann, and Jeff Marks.
C. Wolfe, Doug Aspy Senior Queen, King: After days of campaigning and voting, Doug Aspy and Carolyn Wolfe were elected to reign over the Senior Class as Senior King and Queen.
Doug, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Aspy of 117 Thompson Street, is a member of the Senior Executive Committee and an active participant in many sports. He has been a member of the football team for the past two years and received and All-County award this year for his ability on the gridiron. After graduation, he plans to attend college.
Carolyn Wolfe, daughter of Mrs. hazel Wolfe of 452 South Chestnut Street is active in F. N. A., Art Appreciation Club, and Tree Club. She spends much of her spare time bowling and dancing. Her plans after graduation are indefinite.
Their pictures will appear in the '62 yearbook and they will be presented to the student body and crowned during Senior Chapel in May.
F. N. A. Girls Have Valentine Party at Local Hospital: Several junior and senior members of the Future Nurses of America gave a Valentine Party for the children in the Pediatrics Ward of St. Mary's Hospital, Saturday, February 10. After distributing colorful valentines among the children, the girls served cookies and milk.
Lately the busy club has been absorbed in other activities. At recent meetings three nurses from St. Mary's have spoken to the club about nursing professions. Also F. N. A. pins have been ordered by members of the club.
Jon Rose Speaks to Tri-Hi-Y Group: Jon Rose, senior and exchange student to Germany last year, was the speaker for the February 12 Tri-Hi-Y meeting. Jon showed slides of scenes in both East and West Germany and of the family with whom he lived.
As he commented on the pictures, the speaker discussed customs, the school system, and various other items of interest in Germany.
In the business meeting, Gigi Selby, Tri-Hi-Y president, announced that the club Mother-Daughter banquet will be held March 26 in the First Methodist Church.
Science Students Tour National Carbon: Fifteen members of the WI Science Club toured the world's second largest carbon plant, the National Carbon, located in Anmoore, December 3. Mr. Cubbon accompanied the group on the two-hour tour which was concluded with lunch in the modern workmen's cafeteria.
Library Has
New Books for Everyone: Hurray for books, hurray for WI, hurray for our library!
The attractive covers on the booklets put out by our library staff were made by
Betty Schlicker. Regardless of your interests there is a book in our
library for you.
If you are looking for a
"Get Rich Quick" plan, be sure to read The Numbered Account, by
Those who would like to be
taught a new way to look t the world around us and to feel the better for it
should be sure to read one of Sigurd F. Olson's books, The Lonely Land and
Listening Point. If you read on of them, you may want to read the other,
just for e wonderful feeling that there are other things to think about besides
outer space and the troubled world.
The Snake Has All the Lines,
by Jean Kerr, will give you a laugh. John Morton Blum has written
Yesterday's Children, an anthology from a magazine called "Our Young
Folks" published for teenagers of the Post Civil War Period.
A remarkable story of a
gallant American woman, blind since infancy who opened a new door into the
Orient is The Kingdom Within, by Genevieve Caufield.
Do you have such questions
as Where does
Ring the Night Bell, by Paul
B. Magnuson, is a doctor's autobiography, and Friend Within the Gates, by
Elizabeth Grey, is the story of a nurse, Edith Grey, a spy during World War I.
Robert Frost, by Elizabeth Sergeant, is a biography of the well-loved American
poet. Perhaps everyone should read the Grave of the Twin Hills, by Bowen
Hosford. It is a story of a man's search for the power to forgive.
The boys will enjoy Escapes
and Rescues, y Margaret C. Scogging and From Raft to Raft, by Bengt Danielson.
They re both true stories of courage and daring.
There are several books
dealing with space. Two of the most interesting are a biography by Erik
Begaust, called, Reaching for the Stars, and a novel, Outward Bound for Space,
by David O. Woodbury.
If you are thinking about
buying a new pet, wait until you have read Born Free, by Joy Adamson. It
is a true story concerning two people who had reared a pet lion. It is a
thriller. You may want one - a lion, that is.
For the history minded
people there are several books that look interesting. The following have
jackets that look attractive. Story of the Last Rampart, by David Taylor;
All the Queen's Men, by Evelyn Anthony; Many a Voyage, by L. G. Erdman; The
Rivers Ran East, by Leonard Clark; and a Journal of a Residence on a Georgian
Plantation in 1838-1839, by Frances Anne Kemble.
With My Own Eyes, by Giertz,
is in fiction form; however it is history. It is about the life of Christ
and His work.
There are many books that
should be read aloud, with someone you enjoy. This statement is especially
true of the fun books. As I Live and Breathe, by John D. Weaver, is
refreshing and witty and at times outrageously funny. Applesauce Needs
Sugar, by Victoria Case, is the story of big family life on a small Canadian
farm. It is warm and has many laughs for those who grew up in a large
family. A Zoo in my Luggage, by Gerald Durell, should be read if you ever
expect to have a zoo of your own. It is true and fun to read.
Teenage Treasury of Good
Humor and Teenage Treasury for Girls are both written by Seon Manley. they
were written for you, the teen-ager.
SO LET'S READ!
Seniors Keep "B" Average: Attention Seniors!!! Are you keeping your grades up? It's very important that you do. Maintaining a good average isn't hard and all those who do will be richly rewarded for their efforts.
Let's get down to the point. A "B" average equals exemption from final exams. Can't you see yourself cramming and sweating out exams right in the midst of graduation activities? Just think how wonderful it will be not to have to study when June rolls around!
Let's all work hard and be spared the final exams at the end of the year!
Pep Band With Pep to Spare: Booming out with snappy marches and jazz selections, the 1961-62 Pep Band has given the Washington Irving high School students something of which to be truly proud. The musicians have given outstanding performances, not only at the basketball games, but also at pep meetings.
Under the direction of Mr. John Puffenbarger, the thirty-five piece Pep Band, consisting of a selected group from the marching band, has shown a style entirely different from that of past years by presenting a wide variety of music to entertain the students.
Pep Band, we're proud of you!
What Is School For?: "I walked in the front door of my old school, Washington Irving, and looked around. I longed to see the sights that were so familiar to me, but do you know what I saw? I saw people, people, and more people, screaming and jumping and having a good time. I didn't come to see people that I don't even know. I came to see the school, but I couldn't because of the crowded conditions in the halls."
Frequently, we hear visitors saying exactly these things about our school.
Let's face it, we are making a very bad impression because of the congestion in the halls, and we should do something about it. There are rooms available for use at noon, and if we don't want to use these rooms, we can go to class. The same situation exists between classes.
We are here to get an education, and we most certainly can't get it by standing and chatting in the halls.
Conduct at Pep Meetings: Seniors are supposed to be examples for other high school students to follow. Let us hope that the Freshmen and Sophomores don't act the way the Juniors and Seniors have been acting during our pep meetings.
If we Seniors don't have enough self-respect to listen to the captain of our team or to the coaches when they speak at the pep meetings, we don't deserve to be Seniors. However, the Sophomores and Freshmen have not been angels during the mess we call pep meeting.
Students go to pep meetings not only to talk, to do homework, and to loaf, but also to give the cheerleaders a bad time.
Maybe some of the Juniors and Seniors should be moved to the balcony where they could make more noise.
One For All -- All For One: Although many factions compose the Washington Irving student body, each group should be striving to meet the same important goals:
(1) a good basic education for every student,
(2) a good reputation for the school,
(3) unity within the classes,
(4) support for leaders and instructors,
(5) loyalty
As the president of the United States must have loyalty and support from every United States citizen, so do the leaders of this school need student encouragement and support. All of these goals will lea to a happier and more successful student government.
Hey, Gang: Hey gang! What's happened? Where are all of the loud and lively rooters who attended the first few basketball games?
Attendance in the past few weeks has been pitifully small. Why, a person sittin opposite the Washington Irving rooting section must strain his eyes to to see the few Gold and Blue fans and strain his ears to hear them.
Sure, it's easy to say, "There are more than 1,000 students at W. I. I don't think I'll go to the game tonight. the team won't need me."
What if the few who have been going to the games should adopt this attitude? Just imagine a Washington Irving team playing before bare bleachers!
We have a duty t our school, our team, and our cheerleaders. This duty is to support our team, whether it be in track , in football, or in basketball and whether it be winning or losing.
There's still time for all of us to show that we're behind the team. See you at the next basketball game?
University Teams Pays Visit to WI: On Monday, January 29, two former Washington Irving students, now attending West Virginia University, spoke to the student body concerning the state school.
Tom Young, a sophomore, majoring in medicine, spoke on the University from a boy's viewpoint. Ann Pears, a junior, majoring in home economics, gave a view of the school from a girl's standpoint.
After the assembly program, the two visitors remained in the auditorium to answer specific questions of those seniors who are planning to attend West Virginia University or Potomac State.
Lost and Found Grows and Grows: One day last week while I was waiting to make a telephone call in the office, I decided to occupy myself by looking through the lost and found department. There were beautiful rings, several billfolds, expensive watches, and other interesting articles which looked very lonely.
Apparently someone has been forced to enter his house through the window because his keys are in the office.
The girls will be happy to know that Miss Custer will rent you a ring - already taped - and to highlight the beauty of your eyes you can get some green mascara.
If anyone has been here since 1942, please claim you senior key. Bobby, Steven and Harriett can claim their identification bracelets any time now. The boy who has had to come without his hat can go home this evening with a warm heard; his hat is in the office.
Other interesting articles are earrings, medals. rosaries, a gold belt with a pirate on it, cufflinks, and National Green Stamps, which are redeemable.
Some day when you have a little time, why don't you take a look in the lost and found articles? You might find one of your long-lost possessions.
Senior A B C's:
Artistic - Betty Schlicker
Bashful - Bill Spears
Clumsy - Marilyn Hurst
Darling - Doug Aspy
Emotional - Mimi Hodges
Funny - Jim Pulice
Gullible - Alex Lover
Horsey - Liz Ribas
Indescribable - Goose Grose
Joker - Bob Caplan
Kool - Holly McMunn
Likeable - Frank Fragomene
Married - Dick Yoke
Neat - John Graham
Ornery - Teresa Romano
President - John Harpold
Qute - Randy Wilson
Ridiculous - Tom Thorn
Spastic - Tyke Wyant
Talented - Jane Davis
Unattached - Senior Girls
Vital - Senior Boys
Witty - Sam Ellis
X-citable - Mitzy Brinkley
Yappy - Bill Arnett
Zany - Guy Costello
Mr. D. Wyatt Talks to Dist. Ed. Class: "Radio Advertising" was the subject of a talk recently given before the Distributive Education class by Mr. Dewitt Wyatt of Radio Station WPDX.
Members of the class are planning tours to the National Carbon plant and to the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone office. In addition they hope to attend some court sessions.
Comments on Exams: While roaming the hall, our reporter asked some students what they thought of their exams. Her are a few replies:
Tyke Wyant - What exams?
Brian Denniosn - I didn't think about them.
Mitzy Brinkley - I hope I don't have to take them next semester.
Bob Caplan - Ha! Ha! Ha! Are you serious?
Liz Ribas - I had someone more important on my mind.
Marilyn Hurst - I'll never tell.
Dave Anderson - I'll tell you next year.
Jim Pulice - Censored!
Paul Embry - I don't know - I studied at Joe's.
Chuck Miley - I studied with Paul
Kendra White - I don't even want to talk about it.
Dick Yoke - Ask Amy!
Alex Lover - My mind was fifty miles away in Morgantown.
Candy, Kisses, Valentine Cards: Valentine's Day, the annual twenty-four-hour truce in the battle between the sexes, was marked this year by some os the funniest and some of the gooiest cards ever.
The crazy, beatnik type contemporary cards were the most popular. One such card said: "Gee, Valentine, I think you're wonderful! I'm crazy about you! I'm out of my mind with love for you!" Inside were these words - "I'm intoxicated."
Another said: "I know your love is not for sale," and on the inside, "but could I interest you in a long-term lease? Happy Valentine!"
Perhaps you were lucky enough to receive one which said: "I have to admit you're my last choice of a Valentine - and on the inside, "You're also my first choice."
Old-fashioned cards full of frills, froth, and gushy greetings proved to be pretty stiff competition for the contemporary cards. An example of such a card might read: "Though faintly, feeble I reveal a passion which I can't conceal; Yet may this little emblem prove, to one beloved, a pledge of love."
Oh, just in case you're wondering about the cost of Valentines, in America we dewey-eyed lovers sometimes spend over $48,000,000 on Valentine cards alone!
The Hallwalker: What Senior boy lost his teeth on Ground Hog Day? Where did you lose them, Bob?
We hear Tootie finally received her long-awaited trip to Hawaii from Carl for her birthday.
The bug is really bugging our students. An average of 150 students per day have been absent with the flu.
Hey gang! Try saying "Tim the thin twin tin smith." It makes your lips pucker.
Prom time is coming up fast. How about a few dates, fellows? the girls are waiting impatiently. Don't wait to consult your Weegee Board. Ask the first Junior or Senior girl you see.
The best-seller among students in 304 is "how to Get a Merit Card from Mr. Gudekunst" by Richard Lynch.
According to Mr. Frederick the students of his American History Classes are not making him as nervous as last year's first period class.
What two seniors are walking around with their heads in the clouds? Maybe they're in love. How about it Pat and Sam?
On Friday and Saturday nights the Green Parrot has become the quiet-out-of-the -way spot for nervous seniors to relax. They drown their troubles in 7-Up and RC Cola.
Birshtein W. I.'s DAR Citizen: Recently Barbara Birshtein was chosen by members of the senior class to represent Washington Irving as the D. A. R. Good Citizen.
Good citizens throughout the state have now written essays on the topic - "A Republic - If You Can Keep It." Winner in the state competition will receive a $100 savings bond and will then be eligible to enter district and national competition.
The contest is sponsored annually by the Daughters of the American Revolution.,
WIHS Hi-Y Earns $300 in Mint Profit: Continuing in the tradition of former years, the WI Hi-Y boys sold World Service Mints recently to raise funds for donations to World Service, Operation Bootstrap, which helps maintain Camp Horseshoe and the Salvation Army.
By selling the mints, which are especially produced for YMCA groups. the club cleared $300 in profit.
Y-Teen Clubs Hold Dime Dance: Friday, January 26, the Y-Teen Clubs of Clarksburg held an after-game dance from 9:00 until 11:30. The proceeds, approximately $150, went to the March of Dimes Foundation.
On January 15 and 25, WI Y-Teens held bake sales which brought in a total of $30 which was given to the March of Dimes Foundation.
Horoscope: ARIES: March 21 to April 19 - Your destiny in life is to help others; help them eat their lunches, spend their money, drive their cars, etc.
TAURUS: April 20 to May 20 - Your lucky star is very bright this month. Everything you do will be alright. But next month - watch out!
GEMINI: May 21 to June 29 - Be aware of the troubles of others. Listen kindly to their tales of woe - just be careful not to get involved by offering help.
CANCER: June 21 to July 22 - Make a good impression on higher-ups. Try not to talk back to your parents. Wear tape over your mouth.
LEO: July 23 to August 22 - This is a good time for you to make a fresh start. Change your outlook completely. You may even begin to like school.
VIRGO: August 23 to September 22 - Be conscientious about attending to necessary tasks, such as faithfully spending all the money you can get your hands on.
LIBRA: September 23 to October 22 - Shun those who tend to depress you. In other words, take a week off from school to avoid your teachers.
SCORPIO: October 23 to November 21 - You will go on a journey and meet a handsome man and a lovely girl. Remember your dental appointment?
SAGITTARIUS: November 22 to December 21 - Give in to the wishes of others. For once let your parents watch "The Three Stooges" instead of "American Bandstand".
CAPRICORN: December 22 to January 19 - Step very cautiously. The stars say that someone will try to trip you in the hall sometime in the near future.
AQUARIUS: January 20 to February 18 - Be bold, aggressive. Now is the time to shop for your date to the prom before that last-minute rush begins.
PISCES: February 19 to March 20 - Make new friends. March right up to the special person and introduce yourself. You may be surprised at the results.
Hilltoppers Down Bridgeport Indians: W. I. rolled to a 52-35 decision over Bridgeport in their second meeting of the season, at the Armory as Bill Spears headed the W. I. scoring with 18 points, followed by John Hammond who had 14.
Off to a very slow start, the Hilltoppers could score only 5 points in the opening quarter and trailed 10-5 at the close of the period. Warming up slightly, the Mooremen erased the Indian's lead and went ahead by a point at halftime.
While Bridgeport could not get its attack going in the second half, W. I. started clicking and easily ran away from the visitors for the victory.
W. I. Smothers Victory 67-54: With 2,000 eager fans looking on, W. I. crushed the Victory Eagles by 13 points in a game that threw the city championship into a three-way tie. Raymond Smith played a great game, pouring in 27 points for top scoring honors. Smith seldom missed, hitting 12 of 19 shots from the floor.
Although the game was hard fought in the first half, the Hilltoppers were rarely in trouble during the second half.
Following Smith, Bob Combs had 14 points, and Joe Lewis added 10.
Prexies Down WI Hilltoppers by 7: In their first meeting of the season, the Roosevelt-Wilson Presidents jumped to a quick lead then coasted to a 53-46 win over the Hilltoppers.
Although the Prexies never trailed, they had their lead whittled away in the final moments of the game.
With R-W leading50-31 in the fourth quarter, the Lee-Streeters began a rally to cut the lead to 50-39.
Three technicals were called in the final moments of play as W. I. made a final effort to win the game.
Bob Combs and Ray Smith led the Gold and Blue with 10 points each.
Fairmont West Stops Mooremen: With three of the regulars unable to make the trip, the Hilltoppers were trounced 65-40 by Fairmont West in a Big Ten contest, February 1.
Although they managed to stay close to the Polar Bears throughout the first half, the Mooremen were left far behind in the third quarter as Fairmont West opened up an 11-point lead.
Unable to stop the Fairmont attack, W. I. fell still farther behind in the final period, and trailed by 25 at the buzzer.
Smith and Cooper both hit in double figures for W. I., but they could not avert the most dismal performance of a disappointing season.
Mooremen Sting East Fairmont Bees on Home Court: The Mooremen surprised a strong Fairmont East squad by downing the Bees on their home court, in a February 9 game.
Although the Lee Streeters moved to an 8-1 lead in the opening minutes of the clash, they could not stay ahead as the Bees moved to a 19-14 advantage at the end of the period. Starting out strong in the second canto, however, the Hilltoppers gained the lad at 24-23 and held the one-point margin at half-time.
In the third period, the local boys increased their lead as they moved to a 10-point advantage going into the final period.
Fairmont, by reeling off 8 straight pints, moved to within one basket at 58-56, and despite the scoring efforts of Bill Spears and Ray Smith, tied the game at 64-all. The contest was tied a second time at 66 before Charley Cooper scored a pair of free throws to give Washington Irving a Big Ten victory.
Leading scorers for W. I. were Combs with 20, Cooper with 19, and Spears with 12.
WI Victorious Over Grafton: Playing their first game of the season, the Gold and Blue toped the highly rated Grafton Bearcats by a 63-61 score.
Joe Lewis, who played magnificently on offense and on defense, lead the Hilltoppers to a 39-30 halftime lead.
After Grafton had tied the score at 48-all, the two teams exchanged goals until late in the game.
Bob Combs won the contest on a goal with only 5 seconds showing on the clock.
Joe Lewis topped the scoring for the Mooremen with 21, while Spears had 18, Combs 11, and Smith 10.
Grafton Defeats Mooremen 69-62: In a Big Ten conference game at Grafton, the Bearcats took a 69-63 decision from Washington Irving's Hilltoppers.
Led by John Robinson, Grafton dominated the first half leading 17-9 after the first quarter, and then holding a 33-18 halftime lead.
After intermission the Gold and Blue came within 2 points, 65-63, before Grafton iced the game with 2 foul shots.
For W. I. Ray smith had 19 points, Bob Combs 18, and Bill Spears and Joe Lewis added 13 and 11 respectively.
Hilltoppers Down Polar Bears, 60-59: Playing well in the first and final periods, Washington Irving's Hilltoppers eked out a one-point victory over visiting Fairmont West.
After trailing 28-27 at half-time, the visitors lead at the start of the third segment, and with 8 minutes to go in the game, they held a slim 2-point advantage. From this point until the last seconds of the contest, the lead changed hands several times. Then with 10 seconds to go, the Gold and Blue saw its lead cut to one point, and the game ended 60-59 for the Hilltoppers.
Topping the scoring for the home five were Bill Spears with 20 and Ray Smith with 14.
Bridgeport Falls to W.I. 68-50: The Mooremen tallied their second victory of the season as they defeated Bridgeport in a 68-50 game, played December 22 at the Armory.
After jumping off to an early lead, the Hilltoppers faltered but still led 17-11 at the end of the first period.
Bridgeport came back in the next period, tying the score at 18-all, and then moving to a 28-20 lead. However, the Mooremen rallied in the closing minutes of the period to pull to within two points at halftime.
At the beginning of the second half, Joe Lewis and Bill Spears both scored to give the Lee Streeters a lead that they did not relinquish the rest of the evening. By scoring 11 straight points towards the end of the period, the Gold and Blue gained a 48-33 lead at the close of the quarter.
In the final stanza, W. I. increased its lead to 18 and coasted the rest of the way.
All of W. I.'s starters hit double figures while Bill Spears took scoring honors with 16.
Buckhannon Dumps Mooremen, 72-68: In their second meeting of the season, the Buccaneers posted a 4-point win over a hard-fighting Hilltopper team.
The game was played evenly for the entire first half with the Lee Streeters ahead 33-32 at half-time.
At the beginning of the fourth canto, Buckhannon raced to a 10-pont lead the Hilltoppers could not overcome.
For Washington Irving, four players ended in double figures, displaying good team effort and cooperation.
W. I. Outhustles Shinnston 57-43: After losing their first three starts of the season, the Hilltoppers finally hit the win column by defeating Shinnston 57-43 in a Big Ten contest at the Armory, December 19.
W. I. moved to a 4-2 lead as Bill Spears sank a pair of free throws, and the Hilltoppers held their lead the rest of the game. Led by Charley Cooper, W. I. grabbed a 17-9 first quarter lead.
In the second period, after the Spartans had come t within four points, W. I. hit for 9 straight points to lead 31-19 at halftime.
Having increased their lead to 15 in the third quarter, the Hilltoppers coasted throughout the final period with little trouble.
Hitting double figures for the Hilltoppers were Bob Combs, with 19; Joe Lewis, 14; and Charley Cooper, 12.
Prexies Stopped by W. I., 49-44: Well on their way to the City Championship, the Gold and Blue dumped the R. W. Presidents by 8 points at the R. W. gym, February 16.
In a low-scoring game with their cross-town rivals, the Hilltoppers held a slim 19-18 half-time edge.
R. W. overtook the Mooremen 29-28 with one minute to go in the third period. With the score 46-44, Charlie Cooper hit three shots from the foul line to put the game out of reach of the Prexies.
E. Fairmont Blasts Hilltoppers 78-50: With all of the E. Fairmont starters hitting in double figures, the Bees rolled over the Hilltoppers for a 78-50 decision in a January 30 game at the Armory.
W. I. jumped off to a 2-1 lead, but the Bees came back for a 14-8 first-quarter lead. The Lee Streeters knotted the score at 18-all on a goal by Ray Smith, but could not contain the Fairmont offense, which had amassed an 11-point lead at the half.
Big Reds Defeat Mooremen, 73-60: In their second meeting of the season, Parkersburg grabbed a small first-period lead over the visiting Mooremen and then pulled away slowly to take a 73-60 decision.
The lead changed hands seven times in the opening quarter before the Big Reds broke loose to lead 18-15 at the end of the quarter and 34-26 at the half.
Although they played on nearly equal terms with the Big Reds throughout the second half, the Mooremen could not close the gap as Parkersburg's bench strength held the lead for the hosts.
Bill Spears amassed a total of 31 points, shining an all respects of ball-handling, shooting, and rebounding. Ray Smith also hit double figures with 13.
Spears, Fetchero January, February Boys of the Month: Bill Spears, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Spears, was selected to represent Washington Irving as January Boy of the Month.
A member of the executive committee in his junior year, Bill is now captain of the 1962 W. I. basketball team. He resides at 189 East Pike Street with his parents.
Carl Fetchero will represent Washington Irving at the Kiwanis Club for the month of February. He is chaplain of Hi-Y, a member of French Club, the stage crew, Tree Club, and is head football manager.
In addition, Carl is one of the senior class treasurers.
New Royal Blues Present Review: The New Royal Blues presented a musical review at the 14th annual Boy Scout Theatre Party at the Robinson Grand Theatre, Saturday, February 10.
Members of the six-piece combo are Eddie Evans, piano; Rich Johnson, guitar; Tom Nuzum, guitar; Butch Carder, drums; Steve haynes, sax; and Bill Arnett, vocalist.
An added attraction to the show was the New Royal Blue's Twist revue featuring Linda Ferguson, Carolyn Sheets, Carol Costello, Pam Jacobson, Carole Tibbs, and Janet Buckhannon.
Junior Deanna Glenn Wins Student Sewing Contest: Pictured is Miss Deanna Glenn, who won first place in the student sewing contest sponsored by the Clarksburg Junior Woman's Club in cooperation with the General Federation of Women.
Nineteen students from Notre Dame entered the contest with Deanna being the lone entry from W. I. Deanna is shown wearing her winning matching jacket.
In addition to the cash award, she won in the local contest, Deanna will represent her school and the Junior Woman's Club in the district competition.
National Merit Finalists Pleased with Test Results: Barbara Birshtein, Pam Hall, John Harpold, and Richard Lynch were recently declared finalists in the National Merit Test which was taken all over the country by high school juniors and seniors.
Of the almost ten thousand finalists, approximately 10% will receive Merit Scholarships. the names of the finalists are published an a booklet and sent to each accredited college in the United States.
When asked their opinions of the test and their feeling about the results, the W. I. finalists responded as follows:
Barbara - "the examination was the most difficult I have ever taken. I was very happy to learn that I was a semi-finalist and even more pleased to find out recently that the four of us have become finalists. Naturally, my parents were happy too."
Pam - "Both my family ad I were surprised and happy. So much has happened too. I've never received so many congratulations."
John - "Being a finalist has widened the possibilities of my gong to the college of my choice. I am very pleased."
Richard - "I was quite happy when I learned the results; so were my parents. Being a finalist makes me eligible for scholarships offered by various companies and granted mainly on the basis of need."
To you , Barbara, Pam, John, and Richard, the faculty and students of Washington Irving also offer their congratulations.
143 Make Honor Roll: One hundred forth-three students made the Honor Roll for the third six week's period. One student, Richard Lynch, a senior, had a straight A average. The Honor Roll was comprised of 39 Seniors, 35 Juniors, 33 Sophomores, and 48 Freshmen.
Seniors: Bill Arnett, Barbara Birshtein, David Brown, Glenna Burnett, Sandra Clark, Judy Cline, Lee Conrad, Jane Davis, Paul Embry, James Glascock, Joy Greene, Pamela Hall, John Harpold, Josephine Haught, Margaret Heflin, Glenna Highland, Mimi Hodges, Albert Hoffman, Marliyn Hurst, Connie Leasburg, Steven McGee, Holly McMunn, Douglas Perkins, Jon Rose, Theresa Scalise, Gigi Selby, Jean Singleton, Steve Snyder, Lauya Stracke, Barry Talkington, David Ware, Maunalea Weekley, Linda White, Judy Whitehair, Susan Woofter, Beverly Wright, Kitty Wysong.
Juniors: Mary Averill, Carol Bates, Pamela Cutright, janet Fankhouser, James Flint, Marcia Fox, Patty Gainor, Andrea Gottlieb, John Gray, Julie Hoblitzell, Robert Hurley, Linda Long, Darla Merrell, Martha Norman, Frances Oliverio, Heidi Peschel, Mary Pierce, Ronald Rogers, Barry Rosenthal, Carolyn Smith, Charles Spann, Blair Thrush, Kitty Wells.
Sophomores: Carl Bauld, Steve Boekell, William Eschenmann, James Ferrell, Carole Findley, Phillip Fowler, James Genin, Francis Hemsworht, Holly Hill, Pam Jacobson, Carolyn James, Brenda Logue, Elizabeth Lowther, David Lynch, Cheryl Miller, Jack Moore, Norman Nelson, Geraldine Phillips, Joan Plum, Judy Propst, Alex Policos, Pam Randolph, Gary Riley, Linda Rogers, Markey Simpson, Virginia Starcher, Margaret Steffich, Braden swaney, Janice Ware, Brenda Winston, Sharon Winters, bill Yoke, Marcia Young..
Freshmen: Robert Aaron, John Barth, Patty Blankenship, Marcia Booth, Sharon Buseman, David Cobb, Benjiman Cooksey, Robert Darrll,, Linda Deffet, Rodney Gay, Carol Gottlieb, Betsy Gribble, Susie Hayes, Donna Hollandsworth, Alan Holmes, Thomas Humphries, Robert Lees, Hilda Logston, Dennis Logue, Nancy Long, Linda Mackall, JDavid Martin, John McCuskey, Mary K McDaniels, Jerry McMunn, Dorothy Miller, Lana Myers, Paul Patton, Layne Preston, Debbie Powell, William Quinn, Jamie Robinson, Anne Marie Ryan, Thomas Stealey, David Sutter, Ernest Swiger, nancy Swiger, Kent Thrush, Joe VanVoorhis, Michael Vernon, Richard Wagner, Linda Warner, Pamela Wine, Susan Wysong, Linda Yeager.
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