The Jackson progress-argus. (Jackson, Ga.) 1915-current, June 07, 1973, Image 1

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Newspaper Page Text3fatk&tkti Progress-Argua ’Tt Volume 100 Number 23 Awards Assembly Was Final One Of Year at Jackson High School The final assembly of the school year, Awards Assem bly, was held at Jackson High School May 31, 1973. Students of the under graduate level were presented medals and awards in various areas by faculty and admini stration. From the literary meet, Benjie Parrish was awarded a medal in extemporaneous speech while Sharon Bankston received an award in spelling and Ken Sanvidge and Darryl Summers received an award in music. Patti O’Neal, Kenny Nors worthy, and Charles Sibley received NEDT certificates; while Certificates of Merit from UGA went to Sharon Bankston, Larry Brownlee, Joye Letson, Johnny Morris, Billy Duke, Lou Ann Smith, Rita Smith, and Brian Waits. Athletic awards for out standing work in three areas went to Darrell Summers, Andy Crumbley, and Tommy Stewart. Ronnie Acree re ceived a state track meet award in the area of the high jump. Coach Danny Blue received a plaque of apprecia tion from his baseball team. Awards in the field of journalism went to Debbye Biles, Tracy Horton, Rex Smith, and Brian Waits. Students with an A average for the current year received certificates: these went to Ann Barnes, Robert Baker, Billy Duke, Terry Duke, Robert Browning, Anita Head, Ronnie Jones, Reba Kelly, Denise McMichael, Patty O’Neal, Karen Newman, Kenny Nors wor thy, Jeff Patterson, Janet Robison, Tom Robison, Lamar Smith, Bobby Thornton. Students receiving school letters for maintaining all A’s in every subject for three years were Sharon Bankston, Larry Brownlee, Johnny Morris, Rita Smith, and Brian Waits. Student receiving school letters for maintaining all A’s for two years was Lou Ann Smith, while Kathy Maddox and Julia Ann Ridgeway received a school letter for maintaining all A’s for this current school year. Billy Duke made the top score on the national mathe matics test and received a Jackson Boy Drowns At High Falls Patrick Roland Aragon, 14, of Route 3, Jackson, drowned late Saturday afternoon when he dove off of Buck Creek Bridge into High Falls Lake in 14 feet of water and failed to reappear. Two companions playing and swimming with him also jumped from the bridge and when surfacing and not seeing the young boy, assumed that he had gone to his home nearby. According to S. L. (Shorty) Letson, Park Superintendent at High Falls State Park, it was about midnight when anxious members of his family con tacted him at his home. A hasty search for the youth at nearby cottages and cabins was futile but it was not until early Sunday morning that dragging operations at the lake were begun. Supt. Letson said that the boy’s body was recovered at 12:06p.m. Sunday afternoon by him and Alfred Smith Goens, Assistant Park Superinten dent. Mr. Letson said that Stanley Harris and Ranger Pippin from the Monroe and Jones County units respec tively of the State Game and Fish Commission joined in the search and that an area of the special award. Larry Brownlee and Brian Waits received certificates as distinguished math scholars. Ronnie Jones won a medal in American History presented by the DAR. Academic awards went to the following students: French, Mozelle Douglas; Speech, Benjie Parrish; Science, Larry Brownlee; Home Economics, Sharon Bankston; Vo-Ag, Bow man Pace; CVAE, Richard Askins; Driver Ed, Karen Newman; Boys P.E., Ricky Smith; and Girls P.E., Kim Schroeder. Food Service Certificates went to Sandra Daugherty, Loraine Gilbert, Phyllis Gas ton, Felecia Fears, Beverly Grier, Leanelle Henderson, Gerald McDaniel, Janice Mc- Dowell, Carrie Taylor, Pattie Watson. Mr. Arthur Lawson pre sented 34 certificates for perfect attendance to the following students; these were underclassmen only. Seniors received perfect attendance certificates previously. Monica Thurman, Ruth Lasiter, Laurette Webb, Doug las Bevard, June Barlow, Brenda Grier, Vicki Shelnut, Lizzie Scott, Annette Eusery, Faye Treadwell, Ronnie Acree, Chris Hunter, Teena Nors worthy. Darrell Barlow, John ny McGruder, Shelby Willis, Anita Head, Stanley, Bridges, Eric Greer, Teressa Adams, Nancy Shaw, Rocky Mc- Michael, Perry Rosser, For rest Johnson, Debra Barlow. Jannis Ward, Charles Be vard, Clifford Lawson, Karon Roberts, Jerry Crum, Janice Cochran, Velma Watson, Larry Brownlee, Richard Brooks, Eugene Banks, Henry Johnson, Joye Letson, Calvin Smith, Wendy Goodman, Beverly King, Linda Lawrence, Lelia Stewart, Frederick Gibson, Leon Johnson, Flora Grier, Mary Smith, Arvis McCor mick, Norman Watson, Jesse Bell, Bernard Mayfield, Kay Aw try, Renee Babcock. Annette Barlow, Jeanette Watts, Fannie Ware, Rozlyn Davis, Denise McMichael, Cathy Mann, Ada Wayatt, Ronald Barlow, Christopher Trimble, Darrell Summers, Gary Lewis Thurman, Freddie Weaver. lake was dragged until about 10:30 Sunday morning. After members of the family learned the location of the point on the bridge from which the boy jumped with his two com panions, the search operation continued shortly before noon with Messrs. Letson and Goens recovering the body, clad only in cut off blue jeans and underwear, on the first drag. Supt. Letson said that the body of the drowned victim was carried to Monroe County Hospital in Forsyth where Coroner T. E. Grubbs held an inquest. Mr. Letson said that the body was found in water approximately 14 feet deep about 12 feet below the bridge and that they had searched only 9-10 minutes before discovering it. Mr. Letson said that the victim was considered a good swimmer and was at a loss to explain the cause of his death, unless he suffered a cramp while under water. The young boy had com pleted the seventh grade at Spalding Junior High Unit 111 and had been promoted to the eighth grade. Survivors include his mo ther, Mrs. Hazel Bloodworth Aragon, of High Falls State Park; father, W-4 Hugh J. Aragon, U. S. Army in Germany; a brother, Pepe Aragon of High Falls; a sister, Lisa Aragon of Griffin; three half brothers, Pfe. John HolLseiaw, U. S. Army, Ft. Qitiyetvi of *lo4hxwio4aj As its young Citizens of Tomorrow for this week, the Progress-Argus is proud to salute, left, Renae Kindard, 9, and Bobby Kinard, 10, children of Mr. and Mrs. Andy Kinard of Route 2, Locust Grove and Mandie Waits, 1, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Terry L. Waits of Route 4, Jackson. Watkins Resigns As Zoning Board Chairman Richard W. Watkins, Jr., prominent Jackson attorney and chairman of the Butts County Planning Commission, tendered his resignation to the Mayor and Council erf Jackson effective June Ist. Col. Watkins cited as his reason the “increased requirement of time which must be given to the general public in connec tion with zoning matters which do not allow me adequate time in my profession to serve on the Jackson-Butts County Plan ning Commission.” In his letter of resignation Mr. Watkins wrote that he considered it a privilege to have been allowed to serve on the Jackson-Butts County Planning Commission since its formation and thanked the Mayor and Council for allowing him to be of service to the community. The letter of resignation of Mr. Watkins is as follows: “Because of the increased requirement of time which must be given to the general public in connection with zoning matters brought about by the implementation of a county zoning resolution, I find demands on my time by my profession do not allow me to continue to serve on the Jackson-Butts County Plan ning Commission. “I consider it a privilege to have been allowed to serve on the Jackson-Butts County Planning Commission from its formation. I was appointed first sometime prior to 1960and had the privilege of assisting in the formulation of the original zoning ordinance for the City of Jackson. I also had the privilege of assisting in the formulation of the Butts County Zoning Resolution. Thank you for allowing me to be of service to my community in this way.” Bragg, Charles Whittaker of Griffin and Paul Scott of Zebulon; two half sisters, Mrs. Arthur Edge, Jr. and Mrs. James Chambers, both of Griffin. Funeral plans will be announced by Haisten Bro thers of Griffin pending arrival of his father from Germany. FT. VALLEY SKIER HURT IN SUNDAY ACCIDENT Willard F. Carter, 17, of Ft. Valley, was painfully injured early Sunday evening in a skiing mishap near Kersey’s Boat Dock on Jackson Lake. He was brought by ambu lance to Sylvan Grove Hospital where he was treated and released. Jackson, Georgia 30233, Thursday. June 7, 1973 WV) % m I ■kv ' ? ■ *4-|pi Ronnie Jones Recipient DAR Award Ronnie Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Jones of Jackson, was selected by the social studies department of Jackson High school to be the recipient of the 1973 DAR American History Award. Ronnie, an eleventh grade student, was chosen on the basis of his interest in American History supported by good academic grades in the subject. The history award is given annually by the William Mclntosh Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. The presentation is one of several activities, including American History Month in February, of the chapter to create interest in and know ledge of our country’s develop ment and democratic mode of government. Ronnie is the 1973-74 Jackson High School Student Council president. He recently spent a week in our nation’s capital observing the operations of government and getting ac quainted with various leaders. CATHERINE DALE EVANS GRADUATES MAGNA CUM LAUDE FROM TIFT FORSYTH, Ga. - Among those graduating with honors from Tift College June 3 was Catherine Dale Evans who graduated Magna Cum Laude. Students who make an overall average of 3.5 through four years of college work are eligible for this honor, accord ing to Gordon S. Miller, academic dean at Tift. Miss Evans is the daughter of Mrs David Evans. Scholarships and Awards Mark Finale of Graduation Exercises The presentation of scholar ships and awards was one of the highlights of commence ment exercises at Jackson High School Thursday night, May 31st, at the school auditorium at eight o’clock. The Avondale Mills Scholar ship was presented by Hal Summers to Davis Wells. The Georgia Pacific Scholar ship was presented by Joe McMullan to Lee Tatum. Jackson Business & Pro fessional Women’s Award was presented by Mrs. Jane Powell to Diane Wells. Kym Company Award was presented by Jackie Bedsole to Lisa Browning. Sylvan Grove Hospital Auxil iary Award was presented by Mrs. Gladys Wilson to Mary Glidewell. Parent Teacher Organiza tion Awards were presented by Mrs. Robert Williams to Eddie Johnson and Kenny Smith. Butte County Sportsmen Club Award was presented by Byron Britt to David Mathis. Hal Barnes Award was presented by Mrs. Leslie Johnson to Freda Shelnutt. Danny Thomason Award was presented by Mrs. Roy Prosser Morrow Jaycees Give Plaque in Ridgeway's Name The Morrow Jaycees, at their installation banquet on May 26thatTara Country Club, Jonesboro, presented Mrs. Lucile Ridgeway Hall a hand somely engraved plaque in memory of her son, Robert Ridgeway, for his outstanding contributions to the community and the Morrow Jaycees. Mr. Ridgeway died January 10th, with the Jaycees chang ing in his honor the name of the “Outstanding Speak-Up A ward” to the “Robert Ridge way Award.” The award this year was presented to Don Williams. The plaque will be presented annually in Mr. Ridgeway’s name to the winner in the Morrow Jaycees. The Speak-Up Jaycee Pro gram was designed to develop a man’s self-confidence through public speaking. The project is conducted by many local chapters, by state organizations, and by the U. S. Jaycees. Mr. Ridgeway was chairman of the Outstanding Speak-Up Award and upon his death Stan Matuszewski took over as chairman. Guest speaker at the banquet was Dick Ewing of lowa. He spoke on Motivation. Many Jackson and Butts County friends of Mr. Ridge way and his mother are appreciative of the recognition awarded this outstanding young man. Mr. and Mrs. Pat Hall were guests at the installation banquet. LOCAL AGENT WON HAWAIIAN TRIP G. F. Griffin, local repre sentative of the National Life and Accident Insurance Com pany, attended a recent Leaders’ Business Conference. He and his wife were guests of the firm as sales leader during 1972. Griffin attended a Leaders' Business Conference at the Sheraton, Waikiki, Hawaii, as a member of the firm’s Top Hat sales club. The National Life and Accident Insurance Company is the nation's fifth largest combination life insurance firm with more than $12.4 billion of life insura nee in force and assets over $1.9 billion. LEE TATUM Recipient Of Georgia Pacific Scholarship to Angie Goff. W. L. Miller Award was presented by Curtis Gaye to Eddie Johnson. Future Teachers of America Award was presented by Mrs. David Dover to Toye William son. School academic and depart mental awards were presented by M. C. Paget, Jackson principal, to the following: Tommie Spencer Completes 30 Years on NG Technical Staff CLARKESVILLE, GA . . Tommie L. Spencer came to North Georgia Technical and Vocational School from Pan ama City, Florida, to establish a welding and automotive body-repair course in January, 1944. At that time, the United States was in the height erf World War 11. No new automobiles had been pro duced for private use in this country in two years. In order to have transportation, people were forced to maintain the automobiles they owned before that time. Many changes have occurred since then, however. Some ten million new cars are sold in the United States annually. The need for auto body repairmen has increased continously. and there is little evidence of a decline any time soon. When asked about the demand, Tommie grinned: “As long as people continue to run into ea ch other. or trees. or bridges, or deer, or anyone of a million other things: then we have to go on repairing those neces sary status symbols”. Tommie Spencer is a native of Jackson. Georgia, and was employed at J. A. Jones, in Panama City before coming to Clarkesville. Prior to that time, he taught welding at the VEND School in Griffin as a part of the war defense effort. He has also taught in a private diesel school in Atlanta. Tommie recently was award ed his thirty year pin from the Sta te of Georgia. This record of service means that he has been highly instrumental in training many of the body repairmen in the state. While reflecting on his thirty years of teaching at the North Georgia Technical and Voca tional School, he noted several significant changes in his program. Tommie said; ‘There have been great changes in construction of automobiles which necessi tated changes in teaching students how to repair them. The older models were often put together mainly by bolts; now it’s principally a welded job. The bodies are now much safer, he added, a fact that seems contrary to what many people think The old cars would not stand high express way speed, as today’s autos will. The glass is much safer and braking systems and $5.00 Per Year In Advance DAVIS WELLS V-' l '' Hfe; • sSpljEm JmJm - Jf & i Recipient Of Avondale Scholarship English -- Lynn Freeman Mathematics - Don McKib ben. Social Studies - Connie Brown. Business Education - Diane Wells. Journalism - Kenny Smith, Mitchell W’esley. Annual - Phyllis Barnes. D.C.T. - Harry 1 Reeves. Drafting - New ton Maddox. ' in overall control is much better.” “One of the most rewarding experiences I have, Tommie stated, "is when former students who have done well return to visit, and we can spend some time reminiscing over old times. Nothing gives me greater personal satis faction than to have my students do well.” Tommie is married to the former Mary LaFon Hooten of McDonough. They have three sons. The oldest son. Wesley, is married and is a pharmacist in West Palm Beach, Florida. David, the second son, lives in Cornelia with his family and is employed as an instructor in Auto Body Repair at Tri- County Tech in Murphy. North Carolina. The youngest son, Jack, is still at home. J. A. tCV) Grant. Dean at North Georgia Tech, says, “We have been most fortunate to have had men such as Tommie Spencer on our staff. He has served the school and his students well for many years. He is also a good community citizen.” James H. Marlowe, School Director, adds: “Tom mie has achieved a most enviable record, and his performance at our school has been quite commendable." VFW SETS DANCE FOR SATURDAY EVENING A dance is scheduled for the VFW' Club Saturday night, June 9th, with couples only admitted at 54.00 per couple. Music will be furnished from 9 to 12 by Harry Manville. Men are required to wear ties. Y’ou do not ha ve to be a member to attend. Horticulture - Charles Wash ington. Art - Bill Sparks. Band - Nancy Webb. Chorus - Bobby Goodman. Honor Roll Certificates, an overall A average throughout the school year, were pre sented to Connie Brown, Lisa Browning, Kathy Freeman, Lynn Freeman, Ouida Gall man, Angie Goff, Pat McCaleb, Don McKibben, Terry Moore, Jackie Warren, Diane Wells. The DAR Certificate for Outstanding Citizenship was presented to Angie Goff. Literary Meet Medals were presented to the following: Typing - Kathy Freeman. Shorthand - Diane Wells. Boys Quartet (half of group) - Dan Fears and Ronnie Stephens. Perfect attendance certifi cates were awarded Thursday to the following seniors: Stanley Coots, Felicia Fears, Kathy Freeman, Bobby Good man, Eddie Johnson, Harry Reeves, Vickie Shelnutt, Nan cy Webb. Mitchell Wesley and Ronald Wilson. The Salutatory was given by Miss Rachel Diane Wells while the Valedictory was delivered by Don McKibben. KAY PINCKNEY IS AGNES SCOTT GRAD Kathleen Weldon Pinckney, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. R. H. Pinckney of Jackson, received the Bachelor of Arts degree from Agnes Scott College, Decatur, Ga., at the college’s 84th commencement exercises Sunday evening, June 3. A graduate of Jackson High School, she majored at Agnes Scott in political science. Dr. D. Elton Trueblood, philosopher and professor-at large at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana, delivered the baccalaureate sermon Sunday morning. Seniors and their families were the guests of Agnes Scott President and Mrs. Wallace M. Alston at an open house the preceding Saturday afternoon. Pati Galt To Intern On Paper Miss Pati Galt, a student at the University of Georgia's Henry W. Grady School of Journalism, is serving a summer internship on the Jackson Progress-Argus. Pati. 2t, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs Lewis A Galt of Miami. Florida. She is secretary treasurer of Di Gamma Kappa, a national film society. Spirit Chairman of Alpha Delta Pi, and lias recently been elected as a cheerleader for the 1973-74 spoi ls season.