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Triple M Productions Mingus Mass Media • ■ _ Mingus Union High School P.O. Box 248 Cottonwood, Arizona 86326 (602) 634-7531 Volume XIX, 1977

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EDITORS Vil<i Bill Ellen Hendrickson Alison Thorne

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Alfred Atkison LoRetta Burgess Patricia Cook Victor Escoto Sheri Hayes Sharon Hummel Laurie Johnson Valerie Lewis Sheila Mulcaire Tom Nelson Casey Osborne Brenda Pritchard Judy Rdske Debbie Savage Cam Wombacher

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DARKROOM TECHNICIANS , • > • kRuss Kort < 's J ' i • « , James R. Peterson ... /toonte Ricca \* " ' i Dean J. Row land PHOTO CREDIT Mr. Kirk Waddle

/• '* * DARKROOM ASSISTANCE Mr. Jerry L. Hatch

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COVER DESIGN AND LAYOUT John Alvey

ADVISOR Mr. Daniel L. Hatch

SPECIAL THANKS TO Ray Audino Chuck Burs ell James Updike and Updike Studios PUBLISHED BY Josten's American Yearbook Company

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As a participant in the human race, I knew I belonged.

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That sense of belonging-PARTICIPATION-I wanted it.

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I wanted to be involved with others.

INVOLVEMENT helped me belong. With friends I received encouragement for my activity.

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And finally I saw the purpose of it all.

I felt that cause that drives us on toward being ourselves and belonging--that semblance of PRIDE.

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Involved in each day Moments become meories As time increasingly slips away

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Participation kindles the spirit Of great expectations and perpetual dreams While approval is measured by the clapping of hands

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School Board and Administration

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Tom Nelson, Yearbook and Adhere, it provides a unique way to introvanced Art student, created this art work duce the Board of Education and Mingus which can be seen in Nurse Tittle's Union Administration. office on the dressing screen. Positioned

New Principal and Promotion for Mingus Supt. of Schools Henry A. Barbarick (Left) announced the hiring of Harold D. Toms (Below Left), former assistant princ­ ipal at Tempe, as Mingus Union's new principal, replacing Ernest H. Gabrielson who resigned from that post at the end of the 1975-76 school year to return to class­ room teaching.

To assist Mr. Toms in his new posi­ tion, former English department chairman James J. McLarney (Below) was promoted from the faculty. Mr. McLarney also serves as Mayor of Cottonwood.

All three administrators are actively involved in the educational process at Mingus Union. Aside from being superin­ tendent, Mr. Barbarick also teaches Be­ ginning Psychology during the Early Bird time slot. Mr. McLarney and his Omega Productions drama department manage produce four plays per year.

Mr. Toms remained busily involved while coordinating such efforts as the Curriculum Committee and Idea Forum, which enabled him to learn more about the individual faculty members, their respec­ tive departments, and Mingus Union as a whole.

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Board of Education Receives Three New Members

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Row: Mr. R.A. "Pat" Pat­ terson, Supt. Henry A. Barbarick, Mr. Tom Bell, Prin. Harold W. Toms,

MINGUS UNION'S BOARD of Education under­ went a big change for the 1976-77 school year. Dr. resigned, as ~ Daniel Bright, a„ member since 1959 resigned, did Mr. Ed yWright, v’r2slit, a member since 1972. Board President, Mr. Richard "Pat" Patterson, a board member since 1959 , was defeated in th<ie general election in his bid for re-election.

The new Board of Education consists of: Pres­ ident, Dr. Ray Pecharich, a member since 1968; Clerk, Mrs. Kate Woodruff, member since 1974; and three newly elected members; Mr. John Conway and Mrs. Harriett Bauey, both of Sedona; and Mr. Tom Bell of Clarkdale.

NEW CONSTRUCTION The New Board of Education anticipates carrying on the work of the Board. One major project is to see through the new construction proj­ ect for added classrooms and various facilities which the voters approved in a bond election last September.

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and school secretary Mrs. Georgia Franklin.

Not Pictured, Mrs. Kate Woodruff.

Supt. Henry Barbarick says that he will impose a penalty clause in the contract bid so that the completion of the new addition can be expected by Sept. 1, 1977. Mr. Barbarick also anticipates a return to the six-period day for the 1977-78 school year, abolishing tire current eleven-period day that has been so hectic.

In recent years, the enrollment has increased so steadily that the new construction was desperately needed. Enrollment is approaching one thousand students for the '77-78 school year.

Cottonwood, heart of the Verde Valley, is not the only town that supplies students to Mingus Union. Students come from Jerome, Clarkdale, Bridgeport, Sedona, West Sedona, Cornville, Page Springs, Verde Valley, and probably some other places as well. The Mingus Union school district covers over six hundred square miles. It borders Camp Verde, Humbolt1, Chino Valley, Prescott, and Flagstaff.

Mingus Union begins its sixth year in its most recent structure next year. With the new addition, it should accomodate 1200-1300 students.

ORGANIZATIONS

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THE PURPOSE OF clubs at Mingus is to provide activities and learning situations for students with special interests. The club with the most membership is Future Business Leaders of America with its 109 members.

Some of the girls on this year’s yearbook staff pose on FFA’s tractor: Tricia Cook, Brenda Pritchard, Debbie Savage, Sheila Mulcaire, Valerie Lewis and Viki Bill.

$200 for Scholars Raised by Key Club

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Liana Mongini, Yoshihiro Hayata, Key Club Members include: First Row: Vicki Henry. Fourth Row: Eric Arnett, Peter Hoffman, Sheri Hayes, Chris Lisa Oestmann, Rudy Stadelman, Brett Encisco, Mike Silven, Cheryl Holman.

Arnett, Tim Nelton, Doug Loy. Back Second Row: David Drinen, Grady Loy, Row: Alan Pendley, Sherry Wattnem, Kim Johnsen, Valerie Lewis, Donna Patty Kleinman, Kathy Allred, Jim Griesenbeck, Julie McCausland. Third Webster, Sherri Allred, Bob Woods.

Row: Bruce Griesenbeck, Tim Kessel, KEY CLUB IS a ser­ vice organization estab­ lished at M.U.H.S. to promote a growing inter­ est in the community. Key Club sponsors clean up for the school grounds.

Through Kiwanis and Rot­ ary Club of the Verde Valley, Key Club spon­ sors a $200 scholarship.

As a source of funds, Key Sponsor, Mr. Hank BarbaKleinman, SecretaryClub sponsors a dance, Treasurer; and Cheryl Hol­ rick; Officers include: Alan sells Marauder pennants, man, Vice President.

Pendley, President; Patty features a full length movie and sells miniature football helmets. Key Club is not only a service and money-making organi­ zation, but as Mr. Barbarick says, "It's a fun organization too."

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F.F.A. Represents Mingus Union at Kansas City

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Front Row: Jeff Girdner, Sandy Hills, Jan Wood, Steve Dockray, Sheila Os­ borne, Danene Hills, Kalen Womack.

Second Row: Patty Farnsworth, Joetta Baker, Kelly Liggett, Alice Peek, Lisa Burris, Tammy Kester, Tom Pritch­ ard, Third Row: David Schmid, David

Patton, Jack Cook, Adam Jones, Buddy Tuttle, Lonnie Haught, Jamie Pelzer.

Back Row: Bill Bolten, John Ryan, Jim Pritchard, John Tailman, Mike Baker, Wade Womack, Eric Seitz, Billy Lig­ gett, Eric White.

SECOND VICE PRESI­ DENT DANENE HILLS, and Treasurer Sandy Hills represented the Mingus Union F. F. A. chapter at Kansas City this Fall.

There were many activi­ ties involved in this National Convention, in­ cluding sessions, musical entertainment, tours, American Rodeo and many more. There were stu­ dents from all over the United States representing their F.F.A. chapters.

Altogether there were 20, 500 enthusiastic people joined together.

OFFICERS: Back Row: Reporter Bill Bolten, President John Ryan, Secretary Jim Pritchard, Advisor Steve Dock­ ray. Front Row: Second Vice President Danene Hills, Vice President Billy Liggett, Treasure Sandy Hills.

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Student Council Experiences Talent Agency Conflict

Front Row: Jeff Reynolds, Danny Nel­ son, Desiree Rome, Kathy Polewytewa, Chris Encisco. Second Row: Mr. Knowles, Jeanette Jefferie, Mike Silven,

Cindie Hubiak, Joetta Baker, Becky Hughes, Jeanine Jeffrie. Third Row: Andy Thorne, Rudy Stadelman.

Officers: Public Relations, Jeff Reynolds; Treasurer, Joetta Baker; Secretary, Cindie Hubiak; Social Manager, Jeanine Jeffrie; Vice President, Chris Encisco; and Presi­ dent, Becky Hughes.

MORE INVOLVEMENT WITH the student body concerning spirit and pride was the main goal of the Student Council.

But this was hampered by the talent agency's failure to send us the correct band for a dance. The talent agency, realizing the mistake, promised the Stu­ dent Council two bands at a lower cost.

The first activity was the annual "Get Aquainted Dance. " Then the arrival of Homecoming brought new ideas along with lots of excitement, for example, the King and Queen along with their attendents, had their own float for royalty.

Student Council is also involved in such activities as King and Queen of Courts, Powder Puff Football, Sadie Hawkins Day, and many more school functions. They are also involved in money raising projects outside of school activities.

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Two Classes Merge for Group Effort

McCausland, Lynne Campbell, Susan McLeod, Jeanni Hess. Back Row: Foy Combs, Mike Gabrielson, Al Atkison, Barry Etter, Rick Menees, Monte Ricca, Tim Vrieling, Jason Sims.

IN AN EFFORT to offer rUHGUAIION Mingus students an oppor­ tunity to learn both the composition end and pro­ duction end of publications work, Graphics merged with Journalism. Graphics, under the direction of Mrs. Dorothy Fitz, was always well-supplied with inter­ ested students, but Jour­ nalism enrollment had steadily decreased the past four years.

Journalism teacher Mr. Dan Hatch anticipates a different type of class for the 1977-78 school year, Third Hour FBLA Graphics-Journalism sponsors are Mrs. however. More interest is expected and a new class Dorothy Fitz and Mr. Dan Hatch. that will offer the basics in photo-journalism is a potential reality.

As a sub-chapter of the Mingus FBLA chapter, Graphics-Journalism participated in all of FBLA's activities.

The students of this class did such special projects as publishing the monthly school paper, SPIRIT, and sold ads for and published the home football and basketball programs.

The class also did special work for local community clubs in the capacity of printing raffle tickets, club booklets, business cards, invitations, notepads, teacher handout materials, and a special truckers dictionary for John Tavasci's truck driving class.

Probably the biggest job ever undertaken was the production and numbering of twenty thousand membership tickets for the Jerome Historical Society.

Front Row: Diana Hess, Jody Shellman, Craig Zingg, Jeanine Jeffrie, Patti Bell, Pat Bailey, Diana Lyons. Middle Row: Tonya Johnson, Kathy Weigl, Linda Ralston, Richard Bennett, Julie

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Auto Shop Teaches Wiring for C.B ,’s AUTO SHOP PROVED TO be <one that accomplished much. Many of the students were: experienced in doing overhauls and rebuilding engines, but finer techniques were emphasized in this class.

Auto Shop proved to be economical to both the students and the administration because the students worked on their own cars for their own interests and experiences.

One big interest in this class was in wiring techniques which are useful for Citizen’s Band radios

Early Bi rds, Front Row: Charles Johnson, Robert Christensen, Curtis Johnston, and David Perry. Middle Row: Mr. Anthony Lozano, Victor Escoto, Amador

Third Hour, Front Row: Richard Drury, Lynde Kroll, Gary Frank, Mike Budd, Alfonso Aspietia, and Bill Swapp. Middle Row: Cindy Drury, Steve Stalo, Jimmy Blevins, Brian Heydorn, Art Martinez, and Nancy James. Back Row: Allen Godard, Marty Clubb, Greg Christy, Russ Kort, Doug Livingston, and Arthur Ortiz.

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and stereo systems. Some students were seen working on jeeps, other 4-wheel drive vehicles, and some motorcycles and dirt bikes as well.

The girls’ enrollment for this class increased. It seems that the ladies scored higher than the guys on written tests, but when it came to working on cars... well, we can’t all be mechanics.

Many thanks to Mr. Lozano for his patience and humor for all students.

Islas, Brenda Dabbs, Jerry Patterson, and Terry Bues.

Back Row: Mike Long, Jack Powell, Tony Ontiveros, Ricnard Macias, Chip McCray, and Mike Gilbert.

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Fifth Hour, Front Row: Scott Gold, Vicki Knickerbocker, Greg Bartzon, Ricky Stoos, Monte Ricca, Donnie Skidmore, Tim Moeser, Craig Zingg, Roger Vinyard, and Lanny Combs. Back Row:

Robert Durnez, Tim Kessel, Howard Thornton, Bill Rooney, Mike Gabrielson, Mike Budd, and Richard Oliver.

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First and Second Hours, Front Row: Mark Pearson, David Banks, Doug Johnson, Randy Walters, Richard Sweitzer, and Joe

Mieras. Back Row: Lon Vondra, Ray Eisenberg, Ivan Judd, Kevin Druding, Larry Cook and Bill Bolton.

Roger Vinyard peeks over Howard Thornton’s shoulder as he observes him checking a Chevy manifold's rigidity.

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New Uniforms Decorate Half-times

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First Row: Sandy Hills, Nancy James, Judy Roske, Pam Bosche, Cindy Robison, Wendy Hopper, Mary Jean Ferrin, and Mike Gilbert. Second Row: Sponsor, Mr. Ambersop, Lanny Combs, Misty Sellers, Frank Knaack, Roxanne Coombs, Tracy Smith, Janet Casady, Pam Weise, and Jim Pritchard. Third Row: Robert Ryan, Tom Pritchard, Judy Tifft, Donna Meirs, Linda Rogers, Brenda Scribner, Colleen

Judd, Judy Neilson, Dan Sullinger, Noreen Knoepfle, David Gilbert, Roxanne Judd, Misha Fuller, Joe Dice, James Casady, and Jimmy Valenzula. Fourth Row: Mike Lay, Eddie Mure, Jo LeRoy, Nolan Knoepfle, Paul Cole, Wes Radcliff, Steve Crawford, Mike Connolly, James Menees, Tim Moser, Deanelle Gregory, Jeff Vrieling, Grant Lerette, David Blackburn and Bobby Harris.

THE MARCHING BAND had a full year with performing at halftime for football, marching in parades and other activities throughout the year. They have worked very hard this year, attending practices 4th period everyday and a weekly Thursday night practice. The Thursday night practices were to prepare them for the football halftimes, which were usually the following night.

Throughout the year the band attended several parades.

Marching in the rain or snow, the band was always there.

An improvement of the band's appearance was the new uniforms. These uniforms were ordered last year with the money from their budget.

One activity for the band was A.S.U. Band Day, which the band has been attending for many years. This day the band travels to A.S.U. and performs for the judges. The remainder of the day is spent learning music for the mass band show that night in which nearly 30 bands from around the state participate.

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Above: Band Sponsor Mr. Amberson.

Left: Majorette, Mary Jean Ferrin and Drum Major Mike Gilbert.

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Below: Beginning Band, Back Row: Art Tidwell, Dean Perry, Russ Thompson, Pam Wiese, and Lonnie Atkinson. Middle Row: Dean Sullinger, Joel Bands, Tony Crnkovich, and Mike Pokhias. Front Row: Mary Low Honeywytewa, Kenny Jo Sloan, Denise Loisy, Judy Neilson, and Eric Jarvey.

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The Marauder Marching Band, ac­ companied by the twirlers and Pon Pom squads, await the team's return after the half-time performance.

During a stage band re­ hearsal, Mr. Wayne A Amberson (Far Right) directs proceedings. In the front row are the saxophone players Chuck Kimble, Misty Sellers, and Carol Worthley.

Standing in the Back Row: are trombone players Noreen Knoepfle and Wes Radcliff, and trumpets Steve Connolly and Paul Cole.

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Cold weather, rain, mud, and some­ times a lop-sided score never hampered the smiles and determined efforts of the participants.

«1 Above, Back Row, Combo members in­ clude: Wendy Mitchell, Wendy Hopper, Noreen Knoepfle, Sheri Curtis, and Bonnie Pomeroy. Front Row: Mike Gil­ bert, Steve Box, and Joe Leroy. Not Pic­ tured: Tracy Tuttle, Cindy Miller, and Seaneen Womack.

Below: Stage Band members rehearse "Swamp Rock" with Chuck Kimble, Misty Sellers, and Carol Worthley on the saxophones; Steve Connolly on the trumpet; Wes Radcliff on the slide trom­ bone; and in the rear is Robert Ryan on the drums.

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Above: Suzette Pirtle, Robin Humphrey, Nancy Ware, try to get their notes to­ gether.

Below: Kristy Gaylor, Kristy Hoffman, Gaynell Earles, Jody Witcomb, Charlene Vanlandingham, Tina Perparos. Back Row: Debbie Rose, Judy Neilson, Penny Love, Nancy Ware, Robin Humphrey, Suzette Pirtle.

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Above: Sixth hour chorus whispers notes. Below: Jody Whitcomb, Charlene Vanlandingham, Tina Perparos, Susanne Tuttle, Nancy Ware, Robin Humphrey, Suzette Pirtle, and Robert Ryan listen with all sincerity.

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MELISSA VALDEZ, a senior this year, was the president of chorus.

This year's chorus has been busy performing for the holidays. Besides performing a special concert for the Jr. High, and a Thanksgiving con­ cert. They also performed a Christmas concert en­ titled "The Music of Christmas." Under the direction of Wayne Amber­ son the concert band played La Fete De Noel, Old Saint Nick Takes A Rockin' Trip, and Angels We Have Heard On High.

The Mixed chorus per­ formed a few favorites like Gesu Bambino, Wkranian Bell Carol, What Child Is This, Christmas Chopsticks, and Do You Hear What I Hear? After the band and chorus performed, the Omega Productions pre­ sented "The Timid Drag­ on. "

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Above, Front Row: Grady Loy, Renee Bridgewater, Rena Bridgewater, Katie Christensen. Back Row: Joe Leroy, Jane

ORCHESTRA IS CROWING just a little more each year. Special consideration and hard practice was devoted toward the soloensemble festival. Orchestra also played for Omega Productions' play, "Cheaper by the Dozen. "

Below: Stage Band set up for a performance.

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Wedgeworth, Kelly Kishpaugh, and Ova Lee Walker. Standing in the Rear is sponsor, Mr. Wayne Amberson.

T.R.A.G.Y.C. Promotes Tot-Town T. R. A. G. Y. C. , Traffic Representatives of Arizona Governors Youth Council, was formed to help promote traffic safety in our school and our community. ®ne °f their biggest projects was to build Tot-Town, a simulated intersection and traffic flow pattern situation. This project

built at a local elementary school parking lot.

Becky Hughes and Vicki Abrams attended the annual T. R. A. G. Y. C. Convention on Oct. 7,8, and 9 that was held in Scottsdale.

The convention included workshops on skate­ board safety, bicycle safety, drunken driving,

T.R.A.G.Y.C. members are: Back Row: Jan Wood, Brenda Pritchard, Sheila Mul­ caire, Patricia Cook, Joanna Osborne.

safety. They also watched films and listened to lectures.

This year the T. R. A. G. Y. Y. C. club anticipated on going to the gradeschools grat in the Verde Valley and1 Sedona to put on safety programs. They ah Iso planned to

Front Row: Vicki Abrams, Cindie Hubi­ ak, Becky Hughes, Wes Radcliffe, Debbie Savage, Rhonda Wayt.

Far Left: President Becky Hughes and member Vicki Abrams attended the T.R.A.G.Y.C. convention in Scottsdale.

Left: Other T.R.A.G.Y.C. officers include RepresentativeWes Radcliffe and Co-chairmanCindie Hubiak.

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Involvement, Participation, Pride—Best Display of Mingus

This is the jubilant, yet ever so hand­ some yearbook class of 76-77. These are people who have worked so diligently to put together an outstanding yearbook.

Starting with the Front Row Left to Right are: Cam Wombacher, Al Atkison, John Alvey, Sharon Hummel. Second

1977 YEARBOOK STAFF included 19 people.

Though meeting deadlines, writing copy, snapping pictures, finishing pages; the yearbook class doesn't breathe easy until the year ends and all the stu­ dent body has purchased the finished product. In­ volvement, Participation and Pride is the best dis­ play of Mingus Union that we've ever seen.

Row are: Victor Escoto, Sheila Mulcaire, Trisha Cook, Valerie Lewis, Tom Nel­ son, Brenda Pritchard, Sheri Hayes, LoRetta Burgess. Top Row include the smiling faces of: Casey Osborne, Viki Bill, Dean Rowland, Alison Thorne, Jim Peterson, and Deb Savage.

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Some of the most important duties are entrusted to dark­ room technicians, editors and the advisor himself. These people include: Back Row, Monte Ricca, Dean Rowland, Jim Peterson. Front Row: Viki Bill, Alison Thorne, and Ellen Hendrickson. Also included is Judy Roske, a former yearbook staffer who transfered this year.

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German Club Goes to Disneyland!!

This year's officers are: Michelle Michaels, Secretary; Beth Hubiak; Vicepresident; Leisa Pender, Girls' second year repre­ sentative; Bruce Griesenbeck, Boys' second year repre­ sentative; and Mike Silven as the Presi­ dent. Not Pictured is the club sponsor, Mr. David Gray.

THIS YEAR THE German Club par­ ticipated in Spirit-Week by having TShirt Day, which was considered the most comfortable by the students. They raised money to go to ah NAU football game and

Members are in the Back Row: Dan Peterson, Mike Silven, President; Bruce Griesenbeck, Boys' second year repre­ sentative; Richard Karber, Scott Kasparian. Middle Row: Lisa Oestman, Jean

to go to Disneyland. They raised the money by having bake sales and by sell­ ing balloons at football games. They also played several other clubs in volley­ ball this year.

McClausland, Jackie Miller, Marie Bent­ ley, Leisa Pender, Girls' second year representative; Front Row: Debbie Tevis, Michelle Micheals, Secretary; and Beth Hubiak, Vice-President.

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Back Row: Geoff Ball, Scott Douglas, Scott Lerette, Steve Box, Barry Etter, Phil Pecharich, Charles Menees, Jim Dort, Tom Hughes. Front Row: Jay Trewern, Andy Thorne, Jerry Patter-

son, Mike Holston, Cliff Hebbler, Wes Radcliffe, Dan Peterson, Miss Sharon Alvey, Coaches Association Represen­ tative.

THE SPECIAL PROJ­ ECT of the Lettermen's Club was a great litter pick-up. The club mem­ bers from Sedona started in Sedona, while the mem­ bers from Cottonwood started in Cottonwood, and they all picked up litter along the road between the two towns until they met somewhere near the middle. They also held their annual Donkey Bas ketball Game against the faculty. The club had about 35 members this year.

George Cranmer-Treasurer, Jeff Polewytewa-President, and John Floodman-Vice-President act as the officers.

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Marauders Enjoy Two New Clubs!!!

THIS YEAR THE Mingus curriculum has two new clubs to join.

The Chess Club has about 12 members and is a lot of fun. This year's "champ" has not yet been decided, as it is a close race. The National Honor Society has also joined the fun at MUHS.

Front Row: Jim Oddson, Wade Womack, Mike Holston, Charlie Johnson, Mr. Farrell. Back Row: Keith Kirby, Ken Kirby, Doug Loy, Mark Fischer, Jerry Allen.

Front Row: Chuck Kimble, Diana Ziemkowski, Danene Hills, Julie Ochota, Jean McCausland, Middle Row: Peter Hoffman, Elizabeth Kovacovich, Liana Mongini, Kathy Weigl, Linda Ralston,

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Omega Members Go on the Air

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Sr Top Row: Chris Fuller, Darryl DeTar, Colleen Judd, Melissa Valdes, Margie Marti Garrett, Lori Ralston, Robin Brown, Zunick, Kathy Kruger.

Lori Hopper, Mike Holston, Carol Worthley, Jimmy Valenzuela. Middle Row: Top Row: President-Carol Worthley, SponMartha Wedgworth, Ron Schadt, Robert sor-Mr. James McLarney, SecretaryDeTar, Jim Odds on, George Anderson, Sharon Pendley. Bottom Row: Vice-Presi­ Kim Scott, Linda Miller, Dennis Pritch­ ard. Bottom Row: Sharon Hummel, Valerie dent-Tony Crnkovich, Treasurer-Lori Hopper.

Uhlir, Judy Perparos, Sally Archibeque, THE AIM OF Omega Productions is to produce high quality educational theater for the students of Mingus Union High School and for the people of the Verde Valley.

Omega Members are all provided with artistic and technical experiences in the theater. This is to make possible the placing of all its members in other theater activities such as community and college theater. Members of Omega Productions were scheduled for a tele­ vision production. They were also in­ volved in touring with the production of "The Timid Dragon." There were three •• other plays performed this year. They 'Cheaper were "The Curious Savage,” "Cheaper by the Dozen," and "Lear. " Members of Omega Productions work diligently learning about such things as lights, stage design, costumes, proper­ ties, speech, etc. and the results of the fine plays produced here are always well

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Front Row: Judd Agins, Alfonso Aspietia, Ben Miller, Perry Gra­ ham. Middle Row: Phil Cram, Nena Pena, Nancy Handverger,

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Laurie Ehlhardt, Becky Work.

Back Row: Art Ortiz, Kelly Brooks, Mark Melton, Mr. Kurtz.

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Club Officers: Vice President, Tammi Connolly; President, Tori Cech; Secretary, Nancy Handverger.

THE PAST COUPLE of years the Spanish Club has not found the time or money to make it to beautiful Mazatlan. How­ ever, this year, since the participation and en­ rollment has increased considerably, the Spanish Club was much stronger and their main goal was to make it to this lively town, and of course, they had their chauffeur, allaround great guy, John Tavasci. Also accompaning the Spanish Club was Mr. and Mrs. Patterson, and Mr. Knowles. New to the trip were volleyball coach, Mr. Short, and basketball coach, Mr. Henry.

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New Club Expands Home Ec. Department

Members include: Alaina Tabeling, Sherry Hester, Bobbi Webb, Tammy Nieto, Chris Encisco, Roxanne Coombs, Gaynelle

Earls, Janet Baker, Sheri Johnson, Sum­ mer Hoffman, Linda Binney, Diane Corrin, Gaye Was ley.

THIS 76-77 SCHOOL session was the first time the Future Homemakers of America club was organized at M. U. H. S. Under the direction of Mrs. Nancy Kores, the F.H. A. 'ers main goal was to promote a growing appreciation of the joys of homemaking. Also the club established an inter­ est in home economics and provided whole­ some individual and group recreation and fostered the development of creative lead­ ership and community life. But foremost, to promote a growing appreciation of the joys and satisfaction of homemaking was their main goal.

Officers are: president, Chris Encisco; secretary, Janet Baker; treasurer, Rox­ anne Coombs.

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S.A.E. Raises $300 in Annual Walkathon SAE KEEPS ITS ACTIVITY level up. With the annual Jerome to Bridge­ port walkathon, the club raised money for the Verde Valley Developmental Center. They also raffled off a clock

radio and a teddy bear to help the members go to the U of A officers' convention. They also participated in the school clean-up day.

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Front Row: Tammy Connolly, Lola Islas, Sharon Lewis, Cathy Ortiz, Penny Abrams. Middle Row: Judy Roske, Nancy Handverger, Kim Johnson, Kendra Goss,

Cathie Ragan, Cathy Knowles, Candi Johnson. Back Row: Sponsor, Miss Wicks; Liana Mongini, Randy Ziemkowski, Cheryl McDonald.

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FBLA Pushes and Pulls for Double MINGUS UNION'S FBLA Chapter partici­ pates in a wide range of activities including selling programs at all home football and basket­ ball games, mums at Homecoming, candy grams for holidays, and attending Regional Con­ ferences in Flagstaff, the State and National Conference of Denver, Colorado in the summer.

This year's FBLA members went to three state universities in Arizona where competi­ tion was held against other chapters in Arizona.

Various activities were tested in business areas, clerical work, typing, spelling, short hand, and accounting.

Not only do they have competition against other high schools, but also against colleges, such as Yavapai College.

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Early Bird Members Are: Front Row: Donna Crane, Chris Encisco, Diana Hess. Middle Row: Pat Bailey, Cindy Hubiak, Wendy Sloan, Becky Hughes. Back Row: Ricky Meenes, Jay Trewern, Brian Lewis, and sponsor, Miss Evans.

Early Bird Officers Are: Left From Right: Vicki Henry, Becky Hughes, and Wendy Sloan.

Winning of the Sweepstakes Award.

AY First Hour Members: Front Row: Judy Poland, Karen Jones, David Sharpe, Ken Steidel, John Dalton. Second Row: Cam Wombacher, Donna Crane, Becky Hughes, Tricia Cook, Cindy Lawler,

Wendy Sloan, Debbie Stanley. Third Row: Mala Gregory, Brenda Pritchard, Sheila Mulcaire, Linda Loomer, Kathy Zeller.

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FBLA Third Hour, Front Row: Miss Evans, Georgia Cluff, Viki Bill, Betty Kovacovich, Dawn Millard, Vicki Knickerbocker, and Steve Connolly.

bert, Diane Westcott, Lynn Werner, Nancy Handverger. Back Row: Jason Sims, Carla Colvin, Martha Wedgeworth, Pauline Durnez, Debbie Blevins, Sylvia Rodriguez, Sheri Wattnem and Tim Vrieling.

Back Row: Chip McCray, Brenda Pritch­ ard, Sheila Mulcaire, Donna Griesenbeck, Jean McCausland, Lisa Oestmann, and James Chase.

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FBLA 4th Hour Shorthand, Front Row: Cindy Drury, Kim Johnson, Sherry Allred, Cindy Miller, Leisa Pender. Mid­ dle Row: Margie Zunick, Patti Chase, Donna Griesenbeck, Marti Smith,

FBLA 5th Hour, Front Row: Vicky Abrams, Beth Marten, Mary Ferrin, Judy Tifft, Jackie Miller, Linda Fortney.

FBLA 5th Hour, Front Row: Mary Ferrin, Joetta Baker, Chris Law­ ler, Bob Woods.

Middle Row: Renee Bridgewater, Jackie Miller, Beth Mar­ ten, Janet Baker, Linda Fortney.

Back Row: Rena Bridgewater, Janet Gabriels on, Con­ nie Freeman, Jim Webster, Loy 36 Bowman.

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Back Row: Barbara Bell, Connie Free­ man, Loy Bowman, Jim Webster, Chris Lawler, Janet Gabrielson.

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Holman, Hubiak, Young, Place Fifth in State THE VARSITY BAD­ MINTON with two years experience under their belt, sent three players to state.

Overall the teams con­ ference record was four and one.

Next year the team will be returning four starters and will loose two top Seniors, Cindie Hubiak and Cherri Holman.

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THIS YEAR THE Junior Varsity had a zero and five record. The team was very inexperienced be­ cause of a lack of partici­ pation. The coach says the team will have to have more participation next year.

J.V. Badminton Players: Back Row- Nancy Wilkes, Patti Chase, Pauline Durnez, Harriette Pender­ grass, Marie Bentley.

Front Row- Penny Love, Lisa Pender, Judy Behlow, Wendy Hopper. Not Pic­ tured: Lorretta Burgess and Patti Bell.

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Varsity Badminton Players: Back Row- Jennifer Young, Judi Tift, Cherri Holman. Middle Row- Diane Hess, Cindie Hubiak. Front Row- Janet Young.

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Jim Short, First man to coach girls' sports at M.U. H.S. THE '76 VOLLEYBALL SEASON, under the new lead­ ership of Mr. Jim Short, was the best M. U. H. S. has experi­ ■ enced. With half their season in session Mr. Short said, "We've yet to have a loss!"

The team won Divisionals and placed 3rd in State. Junior Varsity closed their season with a 10-2 record, Varsity closed with 14-3 season, "Which," says Mr. Short, "ain’t bad!"

This was Mr. Short's first year of coaching girls' Volleyr ball. Mr. Short said of his team: "They work harder than any boys I've ever coached, but I have to deal more with Junior Varsity: Leslie Ralston, Dani Gross, Cindy Robin­ their personalities and emo­ son, Shelley Godown, Colleen Morgan, Julie Lucian, Lori tions." The general opinion of Oliver, Alaina Tabeling, Kelly Kishpaugh; Not Pictured the girls was, "It's a state Susan Evartt. championship atmosphere and he works us like we should be worked; he's tough, and he does a good job, but he's a 39 good coach".

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1I. Front Row: Team Manager-Terri DeVault, Mavis Rovie, Tammy Wathogoma, Priscilla Jordan, Cindy Drury, Sharon Vreiling, Shelly Godown, Sheila Bailey, Erie Mulford, Annette Cooka.

Second Row: Pam Weise, Kathy Eaton,

Julie Lucian, Shelly Kontz, Janet Young, Kim Scott, Beth Marten, Dawn Bowman, Janet Gabrielson, Roxanne Judd. Back Row: J. V. Coach-Sharon Alvey, and Varsity Coach, Kay Bedard.

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Girls Softball Team, Front Row: Erie Mulford, Priscilla Jordan, Mindy Dieter, Donna DeLoza, Janet Casady, Wendy Hopper, and Jennifer Young. • Middle Row: Coach Steve Wombacher, Misty Sellers, Marti Garrett, Annette

Cooka, Mavis Rovie, Terri DeVault, Alaina Tabeling, and Helen Varela.

Back Row: June Graham, Nancy Ware, Marie Bentley, Janet Young, Candi Willis, and Lisa Oestmann.

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From Left to Right; Rona Evartt, Coach Harriet LeVering, Cindie Hubiak, Cheri Holman, Michelle

Ben Miller, David Thieme, Bruce Griesenbeck, (Not Pictured: Coach, Jim Short).

Michaels, Kelly Kishpaugh, Kendra Goss, Cheryl McDonald.

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Back Row Left to Right: Coach Tom Rippee, Mark Pearson, Kelly Brooks, Doug Michael, Mike Pokhias, Jerry Patterson, Lon Vondra, Scott Douglas, Jim Chase, Mike Long, Randy Blair, Tom Hughes, Ron Bright, and Head Coach Steve Wombacher. Middle Row: Tom Nelson, Dean Rowland, Allen Goddard, Victor Escoto, VARSITY FOOTBALL EXPERIENCED a season of learning and building. A 3-7 rec­ ord, however, doesn't show what the team did learn. Critics of Marauder football learned that our players do not participate in any summer or elementary school football programs in the Verde Valley. The cost for such a program would be about $200 per player for equipment alone.

The highlight of the season was reached when with only two games remaining, Mingus found itself in a three-way tie for first place in Division Class A West. Hopes were de­ feated, however, with a 21-0 loss at Mohave.

The Marauders' final season game benefitted greatly with the roster addition of four strong sophomores from the junior varsity.

Sophomore quarterback Rusty Kort Threw two touchdown passes, one in the closing seconds, to aid the effort.

Second year varsity coaches, Steve Wombacher and Tom Rippee, felt that their ath­ letes performed admirably well despite a fourth game season injury to powerful player John Alvey, and despite relatively injuryfree game losses to three Class AA schools.

The won-loss record does not do Mingus justice, but the effort of the players and coaches is one to admire.

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Front Row: Ben Miller, Jose Islas, Rusty Kort, Casey Osborne, Dana Shauffler, Robbie Robinson, Loy Bowman, Andrew Thorne, Don Thieme, Arthur Martinez, and Cliff D'Avignon.

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Above: Joe Mieras, 45, standing, and rookie sophomore Art Martinez, with the ball on the ground, did not quite break through on this sweep play, but they still found themselves deep in Apache Junction territory. Mingus lost 54-30, but exhibited to the fans that they could still score points.

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Bottom Row: Russ Kort, Richard Martinez, Mark

Dixon, Alfonso Aspetia, Jim Burress, Tim Vrieling.

JV Schedule 8-24 Flagstaff Mingus Mingus 13-12 Wickenburg Mingus 32-12 Phoenix Christian Mingus 12-50 Coconino Mingus 15-20 Holbrook Mingus 6-14 Winslow Mingus 30-16 Phoenix Indian

MINGUS LOST TO Hol­ brook in the last 8 seconds 15 to 20. Coach Bill Thomp­ son was pleased with the boys and as the season pro­ gressed he saw a lot of im­ provement.

Outstanding Offensive Players: Quarterback, Russ Kort; Lineman, Byron Hays; Receiver, Jim Webster, who caught 6 touchdown passes. Outstanding Defen­ sive Players: Lineman, Rod­ ney Beecher; Defensive backs, Howard Thornton and Chuck Millard

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Bottom Row: Tim Perkins, Tommy Smith, Jeff Huson, Jerry Allen, Dean Sullinger, George Anderson, Ray Scribner, Joe Thornton, Lewis Jackson, Billy Halford, Danny Nelson. 2nd Row: Brad Hutchinson, Mike Lindner, Brian Alvey, Mike Fruchey, Jeff Wayt, David Gilbert, Terry Mulford, Tony Ortiz, Ronnie Rovie.

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THE FRESHMAN TEAM had some out­ standing lineman and backs. There was an improvement from the team group. They had 3 wins and 4 losses. Some of the Freshmen boys are expected to contribute to a good JV team next year.

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Roger Vineyard, Bruce Griesenbeck, Peter Hoffman, Yoshihiro Hayata, Mike Silven. Back Row: Geoffrey Ball, Guy Bluff, Alan Pendley, Bruce Rogers, Scott Lerette.

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SI THOUGH MINGUS HAS only eight players on varsity basketball it is a very spirited team. These boys practice many long and hard hours.

Their coach Tom Henry, has been coaching varsity basketball for seven years, and he puts in as many long and hard hours as his team, if not longer.

This year the team has had more rookies than ever. Though sophomores, Loy Bowman and Howard Thornton, playing their first year on the varsity team, they are up to par.

Also, Juniors, Randy Blair and George Cranmer, who had also played varsity ball when sophomores, were heavily counted on especially for rebounds.

Bob Woods, Junior, did his part a reserve guard for the team, especially in the moving the ball through full court presses.

Seniors Jeff Polewytewa, Steve Connolly, and Harold Franquero did their part for the team also.

Steve was usually the high pointer. Jeff was— beneficial in stealing the ball and in applying defensive pressure. Harold grabbed rebounds and blocked shots, once blocking three straight shots by the Winslow center in the final home game.

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Upper Left: George Cranmer busts his way in position for control of the ball.

Lower Left: Randy Blair had to get some heighth in order to get his rebound in the Coconino game. This game was one of the most spectacular games of the year. The game went into a double overtime, Mingus losing 65-59, but with good attitude and desire.

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THE J. V. BASKETBALL team had a very successful 76-77 season. This is not measured by their 11-6 record alone.

They showed a great amount of maturity and hussle. The team proved that with a considerable amount of desire and team­ work they could win.

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Coach Fuller, in his second year of Freshman coaching, has not only the job of coaching freshmen, but also preparing them for their future years in basketball.

The freshmen, although only having an 8-6 season, played very well for their first year.

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Right Bottom: Jack Cook, also a senior this year, keeps his opponent in his place.

Jack placed fourth at State, in the 138 lb. class.

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This year’s varsity wrestlers split the season record of five wins- five losses in dual meets. After a trying season, the Marauder's Matmen went to divisional and tied with Mohave for second place, with team scores of 38 points. At divisionals, Randy Walters took first, Leonard Barrett, Dale Calvert, Jack Cook and Mike Gilbert all placed second, along with Brian Alvey and Jerry Cichon who placed third. Unfortu­ nately only the top two places in divisionals are able to continue and with hopes of championships, Randy Walters, Leonard Barrett, Dale Calvert, Jack Cook and Mike Gilbert all went to State Wrestling competition. Congratulations are in order for these five wrestlers, for being able to compete at State, alone is an honor. Dale Calvert, a senior took second, Jack Cook, a senior took fourth, Leonard Barrett, a senior took fifth and Randy Walters, a junior took fifth.

Many of this year's varsity mem­ bers are graduating; Leonard Barrett, Dale Calvert, Jack Cook, Mike Gilbert, Amador Islas, Ivan Judd and Robbie Robinson, all of whom boosted the Marauder Pride. Yet, coach Lozano feels next year's hope­ fuls will prove to be very promising, along with this year's returning wrestlers.

Top Left: Jerry Cichon, a junior, shows agility and style as he maneu vers his opponent into a near-fall position, just prior to a six point pin.

Jerry has been a part of the team for three consecutive years. This year he wrestled in the 112 lb. class.

Middle Left: It's all right there as Amador Islas, a senior, displays the struggle for triumph, at its best.

Amador wrestled in the 132 lb. class.

Bottom Left: Dale Calvert, a senior, handles his opponent with ease as he holds him in a pinning position.

Four years of wrestling proved well for this 191 pounder, who placed second in State competition.

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Bottom Right: Taking out time to relax are J.V. wrestlers; Danny Sweitzer, Bruce Griesenbeck, Alph Coochwytewa and Rick Almarez.

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Top Left: Leonard Barrett, a senior, moves with intensions as he attempts to roll his opponent over into a pin­ ning position. Leonard wrestled at 126 lbs. , taking second at divisional and fifth at State. Middle Left: Smiles are all a part of the job as team managers, Shelley Gregory and Lisa Pender hold hands with Coach Lozano. Bottom Left: As participation grew with the spectators, so too did the number of enthused matmaids.

First Row: Esther Hernandez, Jennette Jeffries, Maureen Deloney, Patti Bell. Second Row: Janet Casady, Ganelle Earls, Sharon Cramp, Shelley Gregory. Third Row: Lisa Pender, Colleen Judd, Janet Baker, Jeanine Jeffries, Mary Ferrin, Danelle Gregory.

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DUE TO AN infraction of training regulations this year's varsity baseball team started its regular season with very few senior players. Therefore, coach Bobby Valenzuela started the sea­ son by moving up some junior varsity players.

With few experienced players, it was still expected that Mingus would fair well.

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Middle Row: Mike Fruchey, Rick Jones, Chris Lawler, Rick Zepeda, Myron

Johnson, and Jeff Wayt. Back Row: Tony Martinez, Mike Ortiz, John Knowles, Greg Toms, Scott Cray, Rowland Hill, Albert Rodriguez, and Coach Tom Rippee.

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Mingus Golf team: Coach Howard Harkey, Randy Mornes, Nick Woods, Chuck Van-

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& Returning Lettermen: Joe Stadelman, Bruce VanKirk, Howard Thornton, Chuck VanKirk.

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Geoff Ball, 440 and mile relayer, kept in shape by running cross country.

Andy Thome continually drilled on the low hurdles at practice.

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Back Row: Ginny Nuanez, Kathy Allred, Susan Evertt,

Debbie Zingg, Julie Rome, Deannell Gregory, Pat Bailey, Janet Baker, Pattie Chase, Gaynel Earls, and Coach Sharon Alvey.

Track Seniors up against the wall: Dean Rowland, Rick Menees, Steve Connolly, Jay Trewern, Alan Pendley, and Robbie Robinson.

BEING A BEAUTIFUL team is not all there is to having a success­ ful girls track team. It also takes a lot of hard work and dedication, which started plenty early this year because of an anticipated long hard season. Miss Sharon Alvey as a rookie coach did her best to condition the team for the first meet against Coconino.

Beginning their seemingly endless training, the boys track team prepared for another great season. Coach John O’Donnell depended on last year’s State participants to lead the way for the ’77 season.

In the two mile run were Jeff Polewytewa and Chris Cooka. Running the mile relay were Geoff Ball and Rick Menees. Ball, Andy Thorne, and Don Thieme were in the 440 relay. Tom Hughes was dominant in the high jump.

Ginny Nuanez ran last season at Divisional.

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Boys’ Staters: Peter Hoffman, Alan Pendley, Steve Connolly, Grady Loy, Rudy Stadelman.

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Back Row: Alan Pendley, Randy Ziemkowski, Mike Chipley. Front Row: Alison Thome, Liana Mongini,

Wendy Hopper, Patti Perkins, and Danene Hills.

ON FEBRUARY 11 and 12 Mingus Union High sent representatives to the Arizona Nodel United Nations which met in Tucson at the University of Arizona.

Each high school in Arizona sent representatives to Tucson. Mingus Union’s delegation consisted of five girls and three guys. Danene Hills and ( Liana Mongini, were delegates on the Economic ' and Social Council. Alan Pendley, Alison Thorne, Randy Ziemkowski, Patti Perkins, Wendy Hopper, and Mike Chipley were delegates to the General Assembly.

The country representated by each school was selected by a drawing, Mingus Union drew Austria.

The delegates attended two seminars in Phoenix to learn more about the workings of the I United Nations in New York City.

This year 800 students attended AMUN. The delegates from Mingus Union were select­ ed by their civics teachers on the basis of interest, group cooperation, and participation.

Mr. Stelpstra and Mr. Gray, sponsors of this group of Marauders, deserve a great deal of credit.

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Dawn Mallard, Maury Rennie, Lynn Campbell, Debbie Savage, Brenda Cluff, Cindy Moen.

THE HEALTH OCCUPATIONS class met Early Bird every morning with Mrs. Rita Poindexter.

They learned electro-cardiopulmanary-resusci­ tation with a dummy called Resusci-Annie.

Getting rid of a wart, healing a black-eye, or cures for the common cold, had various home remedies when they talked about folk medicine.

The major purposes of this course are; first, to acquaint students to health-related occupations; second, to acquaint students to he a 1th-related facilities in our community; third, to acquaint students with basic concepts and fundamentals of nursing care; and fourth, to acquaint students with basic first-aid and life-saving techniques.

They went on tours in various departments in the hospital, the medical clinic and the mortuary.

They had speakers who spoke on the advantages, disadvantages, and educations of Dieticians, Pharmacists, Medical and Dental Assistants and others.

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Varsity Poms are, Top Row, Left to Right: Kathy Busk, Laurene Webb, Linda Ralston, Patty Abrams, Kathy

THE POM PON squad started out the season by par­ ticipating in a summer pom pon camp held at N. A. U. in Flagstaff.

These girls are part of our halftime entertainment during the football season.

They also help maintain spirit during all the pep assemblies.

This year the pom pons have a new sponsor, Miss Lillian Gutierrez. She was a great help to the girls having been a pom pon girl herself at Northern Arizona Univer­ sity and Agua Fria High School.

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Weigh Bottom Row: Cindy Roles, Chris Encisco, Lisa Epperson, Chris Wyles, Penny Abrams.

Pom Pons sponsor, Miss Lillian Gutieriez.

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Tina Perparos, Suzzette Brooks, Becky Arthur. Back Row: Kelly Wichmann, Linda Miller, Jeanine Neeley, Lori Ralston.

Junior Varsity Poms are Left to Right, Front Row: Michelle Lee, Sharon Lewis. Second Row: Lisa Sekayuma, Vickie Abrams, Jenny Nuanez, Kathy Allred, Ginny Bell.

Third Row: Becky Work, Susan Mac­ Donald, Debbie Zingg, Linda Hughes, Ruby Ford, Sheri Allred.

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FOR THE FIRST time, the twirlers have a spon­ sor. Miss Sharon Alvey aided the organization and promotion of spirit at Mingus. Her twirlers are directly participating in more activities.

With the budget that was set for them, they pur­ chased new uniforms and boots. Nancy James, Lori Hopper, and Judy Roske at­ tended twirling camp at N.A.U. last summer. They learned routines, tricks and other things that will aid in better performances.

As part of the band they attended A.S.U. Band Day, marched in all parades, in­ cluding the Rodeo of Rodeos parade held in Phoenix and finished off the year with performing at basketball halftimes.

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They have a certain amount of hours in which they learn about the trucks and then go on into driving on old Highway 279. John also teaches his students the Interstate Commerce Commission laws and regulations that relate to trucking procedures. Part of the class also in­ volves the study of Arizona driving reg­ ulations for the purpose of passing a chauffeurs license exam.

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-up to Defeat Senior-Freshman Team 8-0 THE PHOTOS TELL it all, as practice must have really paid off for the Junior-Sophomore team.

Jan Wood ran for a T. D. in the second half for the game's only touchdown, and JoAnna Osborne scampered for the twopoint conversion.

Above: Senior coach Mike Holston outlines strategy to his Senior-Frosh team while coach Robbie Robin­ son and players Tina Perparos and Pat Bailey listen intently. Center: Cheerleaders Scott Doug­ las and George Cranmer form the "S" as they spell Marauders. Bottom Left: The Seniors and Freshmen were undaunted in their 8-0 defeat and proceeded to throw coaches Mike Holston, Robbie Robinson, Dean Row land, and Cliff D'Avignon in the shower after the game. Below: Pommie Ray Scribner poses for the camera and all his fans.

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Seven Seniors Take Pride in Spirit Right: Varsity cheer­ leaders: Front Row, Karen Jones, Shelley Gilbert, Donna Crane, Patti Kleinman, Julie Rome, Jan Wood, and Danene Hills. Back: Cindy Meyers, Terri Gross, Jessie Ortiz, Nancy Handverger, Kathy Deiter, and Joanna Os­ borne. Below Left, J.V. Cheerleaders, Bottom Row: Beth Hubiak, Tori Cech, Tammy Connolly, Terri Pena, Kathy Polewytewa, Janet Young. Top Row: Colleen Judd, Ar­ lene Atkison, Tammy McFadden, Misty Sellers, and Michelle Michael.

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THE CHEERING PROGRAM was smaller this year than in years past, but that doesn't mean they didn't get the job done. The cheerleaders worked hard to raise school spirit. Be­ sides cheering on our teams during football and basketball season, they performed pep assemblies and the bon fire as­ sembly for homecoming. There were seven senior cheerleaders this year which helped make the squad strong. Mingus Union sa­ lutes this enthusiastic group of girls who have boosted the spirit of our entire student body.

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In a scene from "The Curious Savage, Sharon Pendley (Seated Center) ques­ tions Valerie Uhlir while Dennis Pritchard and Ron Schadt go into their act. Behind, Margie Zunick

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James Odds on demon­ strates one of his many talents in the field of technical drama produc­ tion. Here, he is oper­ ating the lights and sound­ track for "Cheaper by the Dozen."

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Spirit Week Raises Enthusiasm for Homecoming FOR THE WEEK of homecoming, various clubs sponsored spirit days. Monday, the Spanish Club had a sombrero day during which they awarded a Mexican dinner for two at the Hacienda Inn. Tues­ day was T-shirt day spon­ sored by the German club.

A record was the prize awarded to teacher, Mrs. Kay Bedard, from the Verde Valley Music Cen­ ter. Wednesday was little kids' day, sponsored by FBLA. Student Council awarded FBLA ten Dollars for having the most par­ ticipants and spirit for the whole week. Steve and Tammi Connolly won first prize donated by Dairy Queen for the most original outfits. The Bloomer Girls, Cindy See, Sheila Mulcaire, Trisha Cook, and Brenda Pritch­ ard, won second place.

The consolation was given to FBLA sponsors Miss Joan Evans and Mrs. Dorothy Fitz.

Inside-out day was sponsored by Student Council on Thursday. The cheerleaders and pommies sponsored a billboard day on Friday.

The bon fire was a great success on Thurs­ day night. Coaches gave speeches, cheerleaders cheered, and the Alma Mater was sung. This event got everyone fired up and ready for the game Mingus spirit sky-high.

Above: Junior Attendants, Jan Wood and Casey Os­ borne, were enthusiastic in spite of the rain.

Right: Cindie Hubiak and Eugene Sanchez were elected first runner-ups for the Homecoming Royalty.

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Homecoming Rains; King and Queen Reign Right: Scott Douglas gives Vicki Henry the traditional kiss when they were announced as Homecom­ ing King and Queen. Dr. Daniel Bright, retiring Board of Educa­ tion member since 1959, made the presentation during the coronation ceremony. Below: The Pommies lead the bank through the half­ time performance at the special event. The rain and moderately cold weather didn't dampen any of their spirit.

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By popular vote of the entire Mingus Union student body, Tom Nelson and Becky Hughes were chosen as the royal couple for the Valentine Sweethearts dance. Tom played varsity football and was active in the art program, while

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A majority of the members of the Mingus Chapter elected Jan Wood as their Sweet-

heart at a formal coronation ceremony.

Among her duties will be the compilation of the Chapter Scrapbook which docu­ ments the FFA Mingus Chapter’s activi­ ties for the school year.

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SENIOR CINDIE HUBIAK was elected by the faculty as the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award recipient. Many activities have taken up Cindie’s four years at Mingus. She was Sophomore class secretary and participated in badminton three years and in tennis all four years. She was a co-chair­ man for TRAGYC, and she was secretary for the National Honor Society her junior and senior years.

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All four of Cindie’s years at Mingus saw her as the chapter secretary for Future Business Leaders of America, and for her senior year she was FBLA Northern Region Vice President.

Cindie’s plans for the future are to attend Arizona State University and major in business while minoring in accounting. She would like to become a Certified Public Accountant.

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MISS VICKI HENRY was elected as the 1977 Key Club Sweetheart. A member of National Honor Society, Key Club, and a sub-chapter treasurer for Future Business Leaders of America, Vicki was a Student Council Representative her freshman year and was her class Vice President her last three years.

Sports was a primary activity during Vicki’s high school years. She played softball and volleyball all four years. Her junior year in volleyball saw her as

Second Team All-Conference at the Divisional Tournament, and for her senior year she was chosen captain of the First Team at Divisionals, and she made the State Second Team.

Future plans include attending Northern Arizona University to major in physical education and minor in business-accounting. Her goal is to become a teacher and hopefully coach volleyball.

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Jim Burris James Casady Janet Casady Tori Cech Gary Childress

Patti Chase David Child Norma Clark Lanny Combs Brent Connolly

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Loy Bowman and Heidi Emmons catch a little R. and R. in the auditorium.

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Al Harbison Bob Harris

Vicki Haught Tim Hauk

Kathy Allred turns as she answers the call of her fans.

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Steve Knowles Shelley Kontz Russ Kort Dale Kraus Kim Krippner

Lindie Kroll Kathy Krueger Mike Lay Susan Ledford Angel Lee

Sharron Lewis Doug Livingston Peggy Locke Steve Lodmell Terry Long

Mike Long John Loomer Doug Loy Julia Lucian Rick Lusher

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Kathy Polewytewa Maria Pons Jim Pritchard

LaDean Rennie Glenn Rhoda Monte Ricca

Ray Robinson Ruben Robinson Cindy Robison

Noel Rogers Danny Rohloff Mavis Rovie

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Margaret Sepulveda Ray Shellman Mike Silven

Brad Saloman Joey Stadelman Steve Stalo

Henry St. Andre Suzanne Stanley Lisa Stephenson Dan Sullinger Bill Swapp

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Tom Gepford Sandra Hagans Shelly Jackson Monte Jackson Richard Karber Ken Kirby

Larry Piper Nina Placencia Kathy Rieman Kenneth Taylor David Williams Arnold Wingledorpher

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Vickie George David Gilbert Shelley Godown Sherri Grabe Kelly Graham

Scott Gray Shelly Gregory Louie Grijalvon Dani Gross

Billy Halford Norma Harmon Lonnie Haught Hazel Hayes

John Hayes Esther Hernandez

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Rachel Hernandez Rowland Hill Jim Hilton Barbara Hixson Lisa Holland

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Jennifer Lawson Grant Lerette Stuart Lerette Kelly Liggett Michael Lindner

Dan Lodmell Denise Loisy John Loomer Tami Loparco Pennie Love

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Eilene McDevitt Donna McFarland Dean McMenamin Donna Meier Jim Menees

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Albert Rodriguez Desiree Rome Debbie Rose Kris Roske

Ronnie Rovie Jeff Rowden Ronald Schadt David Schmid

Kimberly Scott Ray Scribner Curt Scroggins Eric Sekayouma

Diane Self Frank Selna Carol Sepulveda Yvonne Serna

Mark Shill Kathy Sims Kenny Jo Sloan Norman Smith

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Tom Smith Tracy Smith Tom Stanley Melanie Stipes

Dean Sullinger Mike Swapp Mike Taylor Tammy Taylor

David Thieme Russell Thompson Joe Thornton Greg Toms

Cindy Truman Buddy Tuttle Suzy Tuttle Chris Tyree

Valerie Uhlir Curt Von Braun Bernard Vondra Sharon Vrieling

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Jeanie Working Dan White Kelly Wichmann Pam Wiese Nancy Wilkes

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Lana Yee Raymond Young Jeanette Zepeda Rick Zepeda

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Bob Valenzuela

Karen Weaver

Ruth Wicks

Joe Wilson

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THE STAFF OF Mingus Union devotes many hours of their free time towards help­ ing the student body in school and in extracurricular activi­ ties.

Coaching, sponsoring classes, clubs, and other miscellaneous activities all build for a better Mingus Union where the students are the prime consideration.

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CONGRATULATIONS

Class of ”77

"Three Offices to Serve You. " 203 N. 89-a in Sedona Dave Munday

TELEPHONE

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CORNVILLE FEED STORE

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ALLRED Chevrolet-Pontiac-Oldsmobile-Jeep

The Family Dealership

Enjoy the fine homemade Mexican food at tho Hacienda Inn\

Vera Varela 634-9947 MINGUS T.V.

STROUT REALTY INCORPORATED

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Jim Gray Branch Manager

634-8070

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P.O. Box 65 Cottonwood, AZ. 86326 HWY. 89-A

(Building) Components

PHELPS & SONS, INC. Phone:

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BLACK HILLS RESTAURANT CLARKDALE, ARIZONA CHARITY'S FINE FOOD

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COTTON WOOD FEED & SEED RANCH-WAY FEEDS

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"Able to fill all people’s needs."

KitC. Kirby Ruth M. Kirby

P. O. Box 505 Cottonwood Arizona 86326

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Congratulations to the

SEDONA HOME FOR FUNERALS

Graduating Class of ”77"

701 West Highway 89A, Sedona

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GROCERIES AND DAIRY PRODUCTS, FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

THE PHOTO LAB 1006 Main Street P.O. Box 398 Cottonwood, AZ. 86326

634-8731

Cameras -Film

on the curve of 89-A in East

Darkroom Supplies and Equipment

Don C. Barrows 634-5131

Cottonwood

SCOTT AUTO PARTS Serving the Valley

CENTRAL BARBER SHOP Verde Valley

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Parts and Service

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Ready Mix, Materials and Equipment Rental

Quality Products and service

VALLEY CONCRETE & MATERIALS, INC.

634-2399

Hugh R. Bodam

Cottonwood, Az.

"Prompt Delivery if it Breaks Our Backs"

VERDE VALLEY LUMBER CO. COTTONWOOD, ARIZONA

OPEN 8 TO 4:30 Evenings or Sunday Phone 634-8732 634-2572 820 E. Hwy. 279 Cottonwood, Ariz. 86326 Phone 634-5848

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DON MCDONALD

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Flowers for all Occasions

Ph. 634-5509 Cottonwood

Class of "77"

565 South Highway 89-A Cottonwood, AZ 86326 634-5544

C ongratulations Class of"77"

COTTONWOOD DRUG

Janut Jimx®

(your Walgreen agency)

Downtown Cottonwood

634-7761

634-71125 163

“Quality Craftsmanship”

PHONE 634-7731

Adams Exterminating Co. COMPLETE PEST & TERMITE CONTROL. Exclusively Dedicated to Beautiful, Quality Portraits Since 1 906

SAM ADAMS

P. O. BOX 224

Owner & Manager

COTTONWOOD. ARIZ. 06326

SOUTHERN UNION GAS

"Serving the Verde Valley"

T & T REFRIGERATION INC. Electrical, Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors

BEST WISHES

251 E. Highway 279

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The Latest In Fashions 634-7918

THRIFTY DRUG AND DISCOUNT STORE Complete Sporting Goods Prescriptions Wearing Apparel School Supplies

Open 7 Days a Week 9am-10pm

TOM MULCAIRE

BEDROCK AGGREGATE

T T T COMPANY CONCRETE SEPTIC TANKS P. O. SOX 11 - CORNVILLE. AZ. 86325

TOM MULCAIRE. OWNER

P.O. Box 937 COTTONWOOD. ARIZ 86326

634-7887

634-4823

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REMEMBER THE PAST... for pleasant memories.

ACCEPT THE PRESENT... for what it is and represents.

PLAN THE FUTURE... use these times to plan the future for you.

♦Catalog Sales ♦Appliance & TV ♦Commercial Sales ♦Complete Service Dept.

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Sedona 282-4246

"Serving the Verde Valley, Sedona and Oak Creek. " Phone 634-5585

3 'VAV7APAT SAVINGS

Cottonwood 634-2248

Sales & Service

A-l OFFICE SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT drafting Supplies

LAKE HAVASU CITY

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ARIZONA PEDDLER TRADING COMPANY Indian Jewelry Lapidary Silversmith Supplies

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19 North Hiway 89A Cottonwood

NORTHERN ARIZONA GAS SERVICE INC.

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OLLIVER/PILCHER INSURANCE

Phone 634-5589

CONGRATULATIONS

Cottonwood, AZ

Class of "77"

K.V.I.O. RADIO

1600 Khz

"Serving the Verde Valley”

Duane Kirby

Coombs & Son

Box 187

General Manager

Custom Cabinet Manufacturing

Cottonwood

634-5921 Anytime

1020 North Main Cottonwood, Arizona 86326 Phone: 634-2832

86326

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Congratulations

to the Class of "77

Fashions -Hardgoods Housewares - Automotive Sporting Goods

SMELTER CITY IRON WORKS INC.

918 N. Main Cottonwood 634-8310

JESSE’S BOOK EXCHANGE

COTTONWOOD WATER WORKS INC.

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POWER EQUIPMENT CENTER Sales and Service Lawn - Garden - Equipment Authorized Dealer For

Toro McLane Case Garden Tractors Phone 634-8246

Briggs & Stratton Tecumseh Engines Frontier Chain Saws 780 E. Hwy. 279 Cottonwood, Arizona

Compliments of Matt and Eva 634-5651 Clarkdale, AZ

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Phillips ”66" Brand Tires

550 E. Hwy. 89A Cottonwood, Az. 86326 Phone-634-9945

Cottonwood 634-8376 Open 7 days a week Sedona 282-5181

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CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 77 from

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Appliances-TV-Stereo Floor Covering Radio Shack

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