Est. March 31, 2000 42,988 Previous Hits August 4, 2003 Editor:Tommy Towery http://www.leealumni.com Class of 1964 Page Hits This Issue e-mail ttowery@memphis.edu Barbara Wilkerson Donnelly , Joy Rubins Morris, Cherri Polly Massey, Paula Spencer Kephart, Rainer Klauss, Bobby Cochran, Collins (CE) Wynn, Eddie Sykes Staff Photographers: Fred & Lynn Sanders Contributers: The Members of Lee High School Classes of 64-65-66 |
More English Problems Our German Classmates Had To Face submitted by Barbara Wilkerson Donnelly Class of '64 Let's face It - English is a crazy language! For example: *There is no egg in an eggplant nor ham in hamburger; neither apple nor pine in pineapple. *Sweetmeats are candies, while sweetbreads, which aren't sweet, are meat. *And if we explore its paradoxes, we find that quicksand can work slowly, *Boxing rings are square and a guinea pig is neither from Guinea nor is it a pig. *You park in the driveway but you drive on the parkway. *You ship by truck and send cargo by ship. *How can a slim chance and a fat chance be the same, while a wise man and a wise guy are opposites? *You have to marvel at the unique lunacy of a language in which your house can burn up as it burns down, in which you fill in a form by filling it out and in which an alarm goes off by going on. When the stars are out, they are visible, but when the lights are out, they are invisible. And finally, how about when you want to shut down your computer you have to hit "START!" ____________________________________ |
My parents relocated to Albany, Oregon, in April-May of 1964. We drove out so I was out of school three weeks before we arrived. Since I had been out of school that long and it was so close to the end of the year, I had to start school in Oregon the next September. Then when I signed up I found that there were more credits needed here than at Lee, and some of the electives we were offered, and I didn't take, were required here. So I wound up going three more semesters here, finishing in February of '66. My first home room was in a freshman health class (required) I was 18 and surrounded by kids! After I graduated I tried to join the army. It was set up so my first 35 weeks after basic would have been back in Huntsville at OGMS, and that would have been cool. But they told me to get a job. I wound up hiring on at a company named Wah Chang, a specialty metals manufacturer which also had a plant outside of Huntsville. They were later bought by Teledyne, which later became Allegheny Technologies. I met my future wife, Lee at the local skating rink in Albany in '66 and we were married in July of' '67. We have two children one of each of the choices we get. In my spare time I had joined the Sheriff's Reserves in Salem to see if I would like the work or not. I did and stayed with them until retiring from that part-time job in '96. Wah Chang paid the bills until there was a labor dispute in 2001 and we were locked out, or on strike depending on who you talk to, Labor Day weekend of that year. After trying to find another job for four months I officially retired from Wah Chang in 2002. One of the places I had applied was the Harney County Sheriff's Office in Burns, which was almost clear across the state from the Salem area where we had lived for 30 years. They hired me based on my experience from my part-time job in Salem, and I now work in the jail as a corrections deputy. The thing that gets me is that with all my skills and knowledge from over 35 years in manufacturing, my only marketable skills at age 55 were the ones from my part-time volunteer position. We now live on 80 acres near Crane, OR and I work four days and have four days off so we hope to be able to do a little more travelling and fooling around than we used to. We also go see the kids once a month or so, since they still live in the Salem area. Things I miss most about Hunsville are: Gibson's bar-b-que Mugs Up Monte Sano Upside-Down Hill Carters skating rink Fantasy Playhouse The really good hamburgers you could get at several different places around town. Guntersville Lake and the water skiing on the lakes and rivers around there, (almost all of the lakes and streams here are fed by snow melt from the mountains, too cold!!) Playing in the band at Lee _________________________________ |
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Est. March 31, 2000 42,988 Previous Hits August 4, 2003 Editor:Tommy Towery http://www.leealumni.com Class of 1964 Page Hits This Issue e-mail ttowery@memphis.edu Barbara Wilkerson Donnelly , Joy Rubins Morris, Cherri Polly Massey, Paula Spencer Kephart, Rainer Klauss, Bobby Cochran, Collins (CE) Wynn, Eddie Sykes Staff Photographers: Fred & Lynn Sanders Contributers: The Members of Lee High School Classes of 64-65-66 |
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We're evaluatingn the cruise polls now. This week we offer another idea on giving back to Lee and Homecoming 2003. We have had some questions on the golf idea for the homecoming and are working on it. Maybe we'll try to get a head count in the next few weeks to reserve some t-times. I think we need to plan for Breakfast at Mullins on the Saturday after the homecoming game. Perhaps one of the locals can try to reserve the room. And does anyone want to check with the florist about getting "Homecoming Mums"? That would be nostalgic. Just a thought. I hope we can get a good crowd, even if it is cold and we have to bring blankets...now that brings back some memories. Unfortunately my wife Sue will have to work that weekend but she has given me permission to go without her. T. Tommy _____________________________________ |
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Last Week's Mystery Building Okay, so it was a bit of a trick question, but it was fun. The building is the same one that had the swimming pool that Collins sent in last week, but since his photo did not include the building, we thought we'd pull a sneaky on you. Larry Seaver and Terry Davis guessed it. ______________________________ Andrea Gray Roberson Class of '66 The Mystery Building this week is the McCormick YMCA off of Triana Blvd. I was over that way the other day and the building is still there. ________________________________ Craig A. Bannecke Class of '65 That would be the McCormick "West Huntsville" YMCA ! If I'm correct and I think I am. Played many a Little League baseball game there on the corner lot by the pool when I was a kid. That's when I first met Max Cox's. We played for Lakewood and Bob Yokum's father was our Coach. As I recall the Director of the McCormick YMCA was "Buttermilk" Johnson. Pretty sure about the "Buttermilk" not quiet sure about the Johnson. _________________________________ Rick Edmonds Class of '65 I think that is the YMCA building off Triana Boulevard - maybe on Ninth? Never went there - always went to the main "Y" downtown to shoot pool. __________________________________ |
To Cruise or Not To Cruise? by Eddie Sykes Class of '66 I have complied some information (especially for those who have never cruised) to help you decide if this is the type of vacation that is a fit for you. Most people love it. However, it is a commitment to a fixed time and there can be unavoidable cost for cancelling at the last minute. So, be sure you are available and can afford it before committing. A cruise is really a cheap, stress-free, way to vacation compared to staying in a motel, eating out, and entertainment expense associated with most normal vacations. All these expenses are Included in the price. Although price varies depending on many factors (room category, cruise line, etc) for the type of cruise we are planning the general cost (ball park for now) usually works out to be about $100 per day per person. 3rd and 4th persons in the same cabin are about half that. So the cost is most dependent on the length of cruise and the room category selected. The longer cruises tend to be a little less per day and your transportation cost to and from the ship is the same regardless of the length. For those that drive, parking is usually about $10 a day at port. On the newer ships there are no bad rooms. The inside rooms do not have an ocean view and are the least expensive way to go. Rooms with a private outside balcony are the most expensive. Rooms higher up are generally slightly more expensive (closer to the action). Suites are also available. My experience has been to go as cheap as possible unless I want to pay for a balcony. However, we are outdoors types and spend little time in our room (just to rest, sleep, and change clothes). Other expenses include tips, the cost of alcohol, sodas, and excursions. Each ship has a recommended tip per day per person for the waiters and room steward. It is generally $5 and $3.50 respectively and is charged to your room. You are allowed to adjust that amount up or down with no hassle. Tips for beverage purchases are added into the price. Tea, coffee, and juices are free and readily available. You can walk off the boat into port and explore the area on your own or you can book one of the many excursions. They usually run $30 - $75 per person. You can usually book something similar on shore a little cheaper. Booking on board ensures your place along with other people on the ship. You can also stay on the ship and enjoy the pool, spa, or other available activities. Meals are served around the clock in port or out. Room service is available 24hrs and is free, but a tip is expected. Three sit-down meals ordered from a menu are served in the dinning room each day. Seating is assigned at the evening meal only. (You can prearrange with whom you wish to sit). However, there is an open buffet for all meals just in case you want something quick. Most ships also serve a midnight buffet. You never get hungry after your first meal. There are also burgers, dogs, and fries served at poolside. Some ships offer even more choices. Special diet requests are no problem, but must be made in advance. Any charges on board are charged to your room (even excursions) and there is NO need for cash on ship. You are issued a ship credit ID card that is tied to a credit card or cash deposit. Charges are usually available for review on your in room TV. Several movies are running 24 hours a day on the TV in your room or theater. News about the ports, excursions, and on board activities are shown on one of your TV channels. A daily newsletter is slid under your door each night informing you of the next day's activities. There are dozens of bars, night clubs, disco etc. on ship. Live music is always going on in one or more areas. There is a Broadway type musical production most nights as well as comedy shows, and participation activities. Bingo and Casino action is available for those who like. Each ship also has a full spa, workout room, and walking/running track. _____________________________________ |
How I Ended Up In Burns, Oregon by Phil Rairigh (Don Philip Rairigh) Class of '64 |
This Week's Mystery Building Okay readers...what is this building and what is it's official name. Also, what happened here on Wednesday nights and on what activities took place on some weekend? There may be lots of right answers to this one. ___________________________________ |
From Our Mailbox Subject: Axel Hine Annette McCraney Class of '64 Tommy, I saw a letter from Axel and I'd like to get in touch with him. Can you forward my email addy to him, or send his to me??? I'd certainly appreciate it. You are doing such a wonderful job with this website. I look forward to it every Sunday. I laugh and I cry and I cherish each memory that my semi-fried brain can conjure up! _______________________________________ Subject: Homecoming 2003 Lynn Bozeman VanPelt Class of '66 Tommy, my house is too small to hostess an event but I will be glad to help organize and scout out a place to go after the football game Friday night if no one volunteers their house. There a nice little neighborhood bar in south huntsville that has a private room we might could reserve, I'll find out how late they're open for Friday night or we could see bout meeting there Saturday night for dinner. _____________________________________ Subject: Darwin Downs Judy "Fedrowisch" Kincaid Class of '66 Thank you for all the time & effort you and the others put into this website. While you may not hear from me for long periods of time, I visit the site weekly and always find something to cheer me up. (Mom is still under Hospice care. The doctors have no explanation as to how she has lasted this long. They say they can't take credit for it because it's nothing they're doing.) And Bucky's right. We haven't heard anything from the Darwin Downs gang. My block (Polk Drive) consisted of Jed Stephens, Ronnie Hendrix, me, and Pam Parsley (2008, 2010,2012, and 2020 - respectively). Just around the corner on Peck Rd. was Butch Adcock, Janice & Mike Miller, and Janice Lusk. On Stevens Drive was Escoe German, J.R. Brooks, and Rainer Klauss at the corner of Stevens and Bide-A-Wee. Miles Ramsey was on Van Buren. Ken Martz, the Wynns, and the Kepharts on Oakwood. Then you had the Giles, Stanhope, and Chambers group. Bucky Hoffmeyer, Larry Smith, Eddie Sykes, Eddie Agree, Pat Torzillo, Barbara & Joe Harrison, Marion Lee, Jan Fourroux......and the list goes on and on. Hey, we could have our own reunion!!! Thanks again for the opportunity you give us to keep in touch with old friends. Love to All! _____________________________________ Subject: A Comment on Eddie's Article Barbara Wilkerson Donnelly Class of '64 After reading Eddie's article and the comment about the "opportunity to experience life without really experiencing it," it made me wonder if that's why all the reality TV shows are so popular at this time. I know I am hooked on almost all of them! In my defense, I must say that I discovered the reality shows following knee surgery in June of 2000, which is the reason we were absent from the reunion that summer. I normally read in every spare moment, but because of some pretty strong kick-butt pain pills, I couldn't focus as well as usual. I could, however, see the TV pretty darn well, and since I was flat on my back at home for eight hours a day using a physical therapy machine, I didn't have a lot of choice! Those reality shows (not to mention my husband's patience and wonderful cooking skills) and Friends, which I had previously never watched, really helped me to hang in there for about 4 months, at the end of which time I literally had to learn to walk again. I love Big Brother, Survivor, The Amazing Race, and, to my daughter's chagrin, The Real World on MTV! What can I say? I guess Orwell's book 1984 was a partially-accurate predictor of the future. Only it turns out that "big brother" is not big government. It is network television!! ________________________________________ Subject: Lee Band Orange Bowl album Nancy Eckhardt Class of '67 Tommy, I still have the album. I will try to scan and email the picture tomorrow if you don't already have it. I will email the list of songs on the album also. Yes, I went on that trip as a freshman. Tons of fun. I remember the bad boys - Don Stroud, Roger Beck, John Drummond, etc. Also, I would be interested in the cruise idea if y'all can stand a '67 graduate!! (Editor's Note: Thanks to Nancy and to Rainer Klauss, and to Mike Boggs and Randy Goodpasture for their support in the quest for the album. I now have a good copy of the cover for the Souvenir Shop sales. (If this many people still have it after 40 years, why isn't there a Gold Album hanging in the trophy case?) Also, anyone who reads Lee's Traveller, or hears about it, is welcome on the cruise. Nancy, when did the senior boys ever not allow freshmen girls to come to a party???) _______________________________________ Subject: Fellow Fami-LEEer's Sandra Parks Bozeman Class of '67 A call from my high school sweetheart (Eddie Sykes) tonight alerted me to your website. I've been reading past issues for three hours and I love it! My name is Sandra Parks Bozeman and I graduated in 1967. The slang words brought back fond memories and I had to write. Suicide. Now that was my favorite drink as I'm sure Eddie will agree. He would take me to Hardee's on Oakwood Ave. in his Mom's car and I would have a wild drink concocted for 25cents. Several times when the drink was on the dash, we would leave and the drink ended up on the car seat--it was said that it ate a hole in the seat!! I wouldn't doubt it. This also ties in with the small world theory--years after graduation I was in my hometown (Greenville, SC--of streets of gold fame, right, Eddie?) shopping with a friend and her mother at a shoe store. The young man waiting on us looked very familiar and I couldn't think why. Then I spotted his class ring (back when they all matched) and it was the same as mine--Lee High. We started talking and he said, "I thought you looked just like a girl that had me make her suicides years ago" I replied, " At Hardee's?" Yup, he was the same guy that treated me to that famous drink, I can't remember his name but the drink, my boyfriend (Eddie), and the place will always be a favorite memory of a special time in my life. Thanks for letting me in on this website, Eddie, it will be a priority from now on. ______________________________________ Kent Bushart, Class of '65, from:Long Beach, MS, signed our Guestbook. |
Our faculty sitting in the library. Homecoming 2003 Buy A Book For Dear Ole' Lee by Tommy Towery Class of '64 Last year we came up with the idea of giving a scholarship to a worthy Lee senior as a way of giving something back to our alma mater. When I asked for pledges, I was bombarded with offers that totaled well over $1,000 and pushed toward the $1,500 range with offers of more if I needed it. I do not wish to go into details, but the bottom line was that we failed to get very good support in our project from the people who we needed to support us, and that resulted in us not getting a scholarship application that met the basic requirements as determined by the Scholarship Committee. All that led to us not collecting the money that was pledged, which turned out to be a blessing since we did not have to return it. I don't want to give up on the giving something back idea. It is basically a good thing to do. As a result of your interest in last year's project, I elected to search out a Lee High School area that could not only use but also appreciate our offers and one which could make a lasting impact upon students and the Lee community. It was then I found Janice Tittsworth Barnett, from our own Class of '65, who is one of Lee's two librarians. I wrote her and explained the failure of the scholarship idea, and looked for some assurance that if we were to go to the effort to try something again this year, we might have better success. I asked her if there was some way that we could assist the library, which would help not just one student with a scholarship, but many students for many years on their way to graduation at Lee. Janice replied, "The library welcomes any monetary interest in its budget! As the average book price is in the $25.00 range and we are already promised a bare-bones budget for the next school year, your donation is most welcomed. Checks may be made out to Lee High School and specified in the lower left hand corner that it a donation to the library. Besides, I can intimidate the bookkeeper into making sure the funds are put in my account. All givers are sent thank you letters, plus when the materials are cataloged in the computer a note listing the "gifter" is put in the data base, plus all gift books receive a book plate inside the front cover noting the source of the book. You may specify the wording on the book plate if you wish or rely on my good taste (?) in wording something appropriate. If you would like to create a book plate yourself, that's fine too - you know, providing it's no larger than 8x10 or so. If there is a special interest area you wish for us to purchase, you may include that in your letter, too. I am a weekly reader of your alumni newsletter, and really appreciate the effort you continue to put forth to keep us all aware of the joys we experienced at Lee." A donation to the library sounds like the impact for which we are looking. In our staff discussions, I have suggested that we give each of you an opportunity to voluntarily participate in a group book drive effort. Then sometime during the Homecoming activities in October, we present one of those big cardboard checks to Janice on behalf of the readers of Lee's Traveller (which not only includes '64-'65-'66, but all the other classes that join us for our weekly memories). I think the best way to do this would be for each person to write a check as outlined by Janice above and send them to one of our staff members to collect, and on the day of the presentation, we could give one "show" check from the group, and turn over all the individual checks to Janice for her to insure that she gets the money to use for the library. Talk to your tax person to see if you can deduct it, or use your own best judgement. If each of you that are interested could write a check to purchase just one book, then we could make a difference in their budget. There is no pressure. This is not a contest, but a gift. Some of you may not be able to afford it this year, and some might be able to buy a set of encyclopedias but we're not asking that. Perhaps one of you could come up with an idea or a design for a bookplate to reflect our group. If you want the book bought in memory of a particular teacher or classmate, or class year even, then enclose the information and that can be added to the bookplate. Joy Rubins Morris, Class of '64 has agreed to collect the gifts for us. Checks may be made out to Lee High School and specified in the lower left hand corner that it a donation to the library. Enclose any additional information such as type of book or In Memory Of, etc. on a seperate sheet of paper and mail to: Joy Morris Athens State University 300 North Beaty Street Athens, Alabama 35611 I only hope that many of you who supported the scholarship idea last year will think that this year's effort might be a better thought and will help support us on this. More information will follow in the weeks to come. ______________________________________________ |
