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02/06/06 - NNHS Newsletter
J. E. B. Stuart's 173rd Birthday
Maj. Gen. James Ewell Brown
Stuart, C. S. A.
(06 Feb 1833 - 12 May 1864)
"He was superbly mounted and his side
arms gleamed in the morning sun like burnished silver. A long black
ostrich plume waved gracefully from a black slouch hat cocked up on one
side, held with a golden clasp..... He is the prettiest and most
graceful rider I ever saw. I could not help but notice with what
natural ease and comely elegance he sat his steed as it bounded over the
field..... He and his horse appeared to be one and the same machine."
- George Neese of Maj. Gen. J. E. B.
Stuart, C. S. A., June, 1863 |
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Dear
Friends and Schoolmates,
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It's true. I'm back again. And it wasn't even my fault,
really. Well, perhaps in a roundabout way it was..... But I'm so
excited to be reconnected, I'll just save that story for tomorrow, and
breathe a long sigh of relief tonight. |
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MISSED BIRTHDAYS:
01 - Paul Dobie
('66) of CO (currently in Afghanistan)
02 - Porter Phillips Booker ('57)
02 - Thelma Spade Roberts ('57) of VA - 1939 (deceased - 08/26/05)
02 - Alan Nesbitt ('64) of NC - 1946
03 - Maynard Thweatt ('57)
05 - Dickie Krause ('57) of VA - 1938 (deceased - 12/27/99)
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Happy-Birthday.html
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probably the biggest clue that my AWOL status was beyond my choice.
Had it been planned, I would have issued these happy birthday wishes in
advance. A Happy
Belated Birthday to all of y'all! |
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I want to release this Newsletter without any further delays, so this is but
a fraction of what I have. Do stay tuned! |
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MORE
(but not all)
OF THE THINGS I RIPPED OUT OF
FRIDAY'S
NEWSLETTER:
From Kathy Pilgrim Clark ('63) of VA -
01/27/06 - "Theatres":
Hi, Carol.
Tell
Richard
Dawes (NNHS/HHS - '62 - of VA) that the theater in downtown Hampton was
on S.
King Street, and it was the Langley. The one at
Southampton Shopping Center was the Center Theatre.
It was the theatre that had the Dollar Movies in the
summer. You bought tix for 10 movies for $1. The
movies were on a weekday afternoon and included
cartoons, serials and a movie. I fell in love forever
with James McArthur (Helen Hayes' son, later Danny on
'Hawaii
Five-0' as in "Book 'em, Dano".) in the Disney movie
about a family in Switzerland - can't recall the film
name.
That
would have been
Swiss
Family Robinson (1960). As I recall, all
girls, fifteen and under, were required by law to fall
hopelessly in love with James McArthur.
But we rode our bikes to the movie and got to
spend 2 hours in air conditioning! What a thrill as we
didn't have it at home. I believe my mom also gave us
each a nickel or a dime for a treat. All the kids in
our neighborhood had tix and we must have been a pack of
10 or so arriving at the Center!
"A Chorus
Line" at Williamsburg Players runs Thursday-Sunday until
Feb. 25.
SUPER!!!
Y'all go see it for me!
You must be
delirious having your sons home. I think you'll enjoy
them more because it isn't Christmas. Christmas usually
entails so many extra activities that you wouldn't have
had the time you'll have with them since it isn't
Christmas. And as to where they'll be in your tiny
house, well, you'll all be on top of each other and
loving every minute of it! Four Ply Lane will rock!
So just enjoy it to the hilt and stop worrying about the
newsletter, regular or bonus editions. Whether you're a
revisionist, a liar, a rule changer or simply an over
achiever (as I think many of us NNHS grads were/are)
doesn't matter; you're ours and that's all that matters.
kc
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We are having
fun, Kathy - thanks! Their two new computers - plus a violin - arrived by FedEx
on Monday afternoon at 4:30. Then they ran out to find a computer
desk or two. When they returned, there was some massive furniture
rearranging, and that's when the "fun" began....
But we'll save it for later.
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SOME
(but not all) OF THE "NEW" ITEMS SCHEDULED
TO APPEAR ON 01/31/06:
From Joan Ownby Mathieson ('58) of VA - 01/29/06:
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Dr. Nelms saying you would be
a good breeder..... He was a trip. I would always get a big dose of his
humor every time I was at his office. I could tell you stories ! ! !
But unfortunately that kind of "woman talk" might offend some of your
readers! Here's a mild one I don't think the guys would mind......
Once when I was on the table I told Dr. Nelms that I
was having pain in my lower back and he told me to turn over..... which I
did. He examined my back and didn't seem to see a problem
evidently...... because he pulled down the sheet covering my bare
bottom...... gave me a hard slap on the butt..... and said, "If you'd get
rid off some of that, your back wouldn't be hurting!" ha ha
Yes...... he was something!
Amen to that! What a great story!!!
Thanks, Pretty Lady!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/our-physicians-and-dentists.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/physicians.html
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From Patsy Blackard Hallett
('65) of VA - 01/29/06:
Carol,
Just sitting here reading one of your many newsy letters and saw
Dave's (Arnold - '65 - of VA) comment about the May band
performances. I do remember the Mariners'
Museum concerts because we played outside and the music always
managed to blow around, even with clothes pins holding it down!
I think I remember at least one May parade in Newport News - I'm
thinking it was Memorial Day. I just remember trudging over one of the
downtown bridges with that heavy wool uniform on, in the heat, and
thinking I was gonna die before we finished. It was only one time; maybe
J.P. had a little compassion for us!
I really enjoy catching up with everyone's remembrances.
Has anyone made mention of
Sammy's, that little
hole-in-the-wall store on Chestnut Avenue?  Pam (Smith Arnold -
'65 - of VA) (of Cousin Pam fame) and I would stop there every
Wednesday afternoon following choir practice at
Chestnut Avenue Methodist. I
loved the "Dots" on the paper and the JuJuBees. It was a highlight of
our week, believe me. Probably blew 5 or ten cents there each time we
went. We were big spenders, even back then.
Why, yes, as it turns out, I mentioned that
one myself! Thanks for joining me!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/old-stomping.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/OOSG-S-Z.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/sammys.html
Happy Mozart's
birthday, Carol. He's one of my favorites. Such a wild man!
Thanks for all you do.
Patsy Blackard Hallett
Thank
you, Patsy!
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From Dee Hodges Bartram ('66) of VA - 01/29/06:
Carol,
I noticed that Jay
Styles ('68) referred to a Michael Spivey in
your newsletter. I am hoping this is the Mike Spivey
that graduated with me. Mike is one of the "missing" on
my roster. Would you please ask Jay to contact me at
dhbartram@cox.net so I can get Mike's home and
e-mail address in order to send him reunion
information? I have an address of Stephens City,
Virginia but no phone number so I don't know if that is
correct.
I would very much
appreciate your help!
Dee
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Certainly, Dee!
Oh, Jay....... |
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From Paul
Dobie ('66) of CO (currently in Afghanistan) - 01/29/06:
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Hello Carol.
Just a note to let you know I am still alive and doing well in Afghanistan.
I have a birthday coming up on 1 Feb …
SUPER!!!
Unfortunately, we missed it, and to make it worse, it didn't even
show on the birthday page as I thought it had. I am soooo sorry,
Paul! I do hope your birthday was special and memorable!
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end my experience here in June and maybe really try and retire…not sure I
can though.
Sweetie, I believe you've tried that
before - at least once! Retirement doesn't seem to "take" on you very
well......
Your
Newsletter continues to be a
great way of staying in touch with reality.
Hmmmm
- that's a very interesting way of phrasing it, Paul. I thought you
were the reality, and we were the nostalgic reverie.....
Thanks again for putting such hard work
into maintaining the website.
You're most welcome. It's my honor
and privilege.
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I
provided a candid shot of me talking with my Commander on our project site
taken yesterday.
Take care and stay healthy ... regards to all…
Paul W. Dobie
KTR (AFSBn-AF EN)
Facility Engineer
Army Materiel Command
Bagram, Afghanistan 09354 |
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Saturday, January 28, 2006
Paul Dobie in Bagram, Afghanistan |
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Thanks so much, Paul! It's always a joy to hear from you!
Take good care of yourself, Sweetie. You scare the bee-bees out of me!
Oh - I'll be posting your
newest image on the News-2006 link - ummmm, just as soon as I
make it.......:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/news.html |
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From Judy Phillips Allen ('66) of VA - 01/29/06 - "Planning a Vacation?"
Hey, Guys!
Just checking to see if any of you
would be interested in a week at Myrtle Beach before
turning it over to the rental department.
They would rent it out for $150-189 per night, but we
will rent it to friends or family for $115 per night.
Where? The new Carolina Grande (North Myrtle Beach)
Accommodations: Sleeps four, 1BR, 1BA, Living area &
balcony
kitchen, etc.
When? Saturday, April 15th thru Saturday, April 22nd
OR
Monday, April 17th thru Thursday, April
21st
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We also have weeks that can be booked at other
locations. For example, we are using one to go to
Toronto, Canada to see Niagara Falls and other
attractions :) If we can help you get to where you want
to go and enjoy RESORT facilities rather than spend $100.00 a night or more for just a room and a TV, call
us at 757-928-9748 or toll free 866-479-5632 (leave a
message) and there is also email! Just hit that good ol'
REPLY:
jwallen3@cox.net
To check out the resort, go to
www.bluegreenonline.com and click on Explore
Bluegreen Vacation Club, Our Resorts, South Carolina and
Carolina Grande.
WOWZERS!!! That's very
generous, Judy! Thanks!!
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From Ron Miller ('59) of NC - 01/30/06:
Hi Carol -- as someone
mentioned, Coach Conn graduated from
UVa. I
haven't heard this mentioned before, but I believe that
he graduated from NNHS, in 1921. Can any of his
athletes or team managers confirm this?
-- Ron
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I thought I had the
answer to this, Ronnie, but I can find no such verification - although,
like you, I believe it to be true.
"Anyone? Anyone?"
Thanks, Ron!
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From Jimmy Hines ('64) of Northern VA -
01/30/06:
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Jimmy
Certainly, Sweetie!
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From Richard Dawes (NNHS/HHS - '62) of VA - "NN image":
From Kathy Pilgrim Clark ('63) of VA -
01/30/06 - "Songs of our Generation ~~":
Carol,
These
titles will fit right in with your music program. For some reason, I
never hear the tune but I do see the name so I know what's been thought of
for each newsletter.
KC
For all of us who do remember the original
songs--these are pretty good!!
It was fun being a baby boomer...till now.
Some of the artists of the '60s are revising
their hits with new lyrics to accommodate aging baby boomers.
They include:
Herman's Hermits - Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Walker
The Bee Gees - How Can You Mend a Broken
Hip
Bobby Darin - Splish, Splash, I Was Havin'
a Flash
Ringo Starr - I Get By With a Little Help
from Depends
Roberta Flack - The First Time Ever I
Forgot Your Face
Johnny Nash - I Can't See Clearly Now
Paul Simon - Fifty Ways to Lose Your Liver
Commodores - Once, Twice, Three Times to
the Bathroom
Marvin Gaye - I Heard it Through the
GrapeNuts
Procol Harem - A Whiter Shade of Hair
Leo Sayer - You Make Me Feel Like Napping
The Temptations - Papa's Got a Kidney
Stone
Abba - Denture Queen
Tony Orlando - Knock 3 Times on the
Ceiling if you Hear Me Fall
Helen Reddy - I am Woman, Hear me Snore
Willie Nelson - On the Throne Again
Leslie Gore - It's My Procedure and I'll
Cry if I Want To
Your song titles are a
hoot, Kathy - thanks!
But I'm so sorry you're not hearing
anything. That's fine if it's by choice, but otherwise you're missing
a major portion of our fun. Try visiting
http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download
to download a free copy of Quick Time.
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From Marguerite Colonna Peck - (June l937)
of VA - 01/30/06:
You will not believe
this...but I look forward to all the news of students at
NNHS even though I graduated in
l937. I worked for the Superintendent of Schools for 21 years. Every time
they wanted suggestions for naming a school I, of course, tried for
another NNHS. Finally, when the school was to be turned over to the Navy,
my then Superintendent (Oliver Greenwood)
said he wanted me to "get my fill of NNHS" and gave me the afternoon off
to go down and roam the halls and get whatever memorabilia I
wanted. Memories flooded my mind as tears filled my eyes. I will always
be grateful for that last afternoon.
I also attended
John W. Daniel
and I worked a summer job for Charles E. Hoster
(director of sports at that time) and his office was in the basement of
Daniel...Born and raised in Newport News...I have "never left my heart"
anywhere else. I read with great interest all the news from grads of
NNHS.
Marguerite
(Colonna) Peck - June l937
Oh, my
goodness, Marguerite! I really had a case of the
weepies when I read your note! How often have I wondered how we could
possibly be appealing to such a large and diverse group! Thank you so
much for sharing this! I hope you enjoyed that portion of our
wonderful Magical Mystery Tour in October:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/REUNION-PICTURES-2005.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Magical-Mystery-Tour-05.html
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From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 01/30/06
- "Why I love the south":
Carol,
If you can stop laughing, you
might include one of these each upcoming newsletter ....
unless you think it undignified.
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David Darlin', you know perfectly well I'd do absolutely anything you
asked, and I think we could all certainly use a chuckle about now - but I
do think I may have injured myself laughing while saving these images.
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FLOODS DON'T STOP REDNECKS
FROM FISHING
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Y'all take care
of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER!
Love to all, Carol
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Jine the Cavalry!
We're the boys who went around
McClellian,
Went around McClellian, went around around McClellian!
We're the boys who went around McClellian,
Bully boys, hey! Bully boys, ho!
chorus:
If you want to have a good time, jine the cavalry!
Jine the cavalry! Jine the cavalry!
If you want to catch the Devil, if you want to have fun,
If you want to smell Hell, jine the cavalry!
We're the boys who crossed the Potomicum,
Crossed the Potomicum, crossed the Potomicum!
We're the boys who crossed the Potomicum,
Bully boys, hey! Bully boys, ho!
chorus
Then we went into Pennsylvania,
Into Pennsylvania, into Pennsylvania!
Then we went into Pennsylvania,
Bully boys, hey! Bully boys, ho!
chorus
The big fat Dutch gals hand around the breadium,
Hand around the breadium, hand around the breadium!
The big fat Dutch gals hand around the breadium,
Bully boys, hey! Bully boys, ho!
chorus
Ol' Joe Hooker, won't you come out of The Wilderness?
Come out of The Wilderness, come out of The Wilderness?
Ol' Joe Hooker, won't you come out of The Wilderness?
Bully boys, hey! Bully boys, ho!
chorus
"Jine the
Cavalry" midi courtesy of
http://mariah.stonemarche.org/livhis/music.htm
and extracted by my # 5 son,
Nathaniel Harty of IL - 01/18/05
Thanks, Nathaniel!
"Jine the
Cavalry" lyrics courtesy of
http://mariah.stonemarche.org/livhis/cavalry.htm
- 01/17/05
First J. E. B.
Stuart
Image courtesy of
http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/General_JEB_Stuart.htm - 01/18/05
Second J. E. B.
Stuart
Image courtesy of
http://www.sonofthesouth.net/leefoundation/General_JEB_Stuart.htm -
12/11/02
Large
Confederate Divider Bar clip art courtesy of
http://www.tennessee-scv.org/Camp1513/clipart6.htm
- 01/18/05
Small
Confederate Divider Bar clip art courtesy of
http://www.geocities.com/garebel942/clipart.html
- 01/18/05
Animated Tiny
Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of
Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of
VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
Animated
Laughter clip art courtesy of Janice McCain Rose ('65) of VA - 01/24/06
Thanks, Janice!
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