"I cannot think that we are useless or God would not have created us. There is one God looking down on us all. We are all the children of one God. The sun, the darkness, the winds are all listening to what we have to say."
- Geronimo (a.k.a. Goyaałé or "One Who Yawns") Leader of the Chiricahua Apache (16 June 1829 - 17 Feb 1909)
Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
From USA Today - 05/09/06:
1918 letter claims Geronimo's bones found
The letter, written by a member of Skull and Bones to another member of the society, purports that some of the Indian leader's remains were spirited from his burial plot in Fort Sill, Okla., to a stone tomb in New Haven that serves as the club's headquarters.
A portion of the letter and an accompanying story were posted Monday on the Yale Alumni Magazine's website.
HARTFORD, Conn., May 9, 2006
REMINDERS:
1. Mother's Day is Sunday, May 14, 2006. Do yourself a big favor. DON'T FORGET! Do something nice for the women in your life. Remember the words of Ecclesiastes 7: 26 - "And I find more bitter than death the woman, whose heart is snares and nets....."
2. Lucy Queensberry ('60) - May I tell you now, if you have not considered it before, just how precious any tidbit, any scrap of information, no matter how insignificant it may seem to you, would be to the family of this now deceased woman. If you have any memory of her, please send it to me so that I may forward it to them. Thank you so much.
Speaking of which:
From Ron Miller ('59) of NC - 05/10/06 - "Re: Lucy Queensberry":
Thank you so much, Ronnie! I forwarded your note to Lucy's family as soon as it arrived.
HAMPTON CITY HALL:
From Dave Arnold ('65) of VA - 05/10/06 - " City Hall":
The City Hall building was still there when I was at the Hampton Jail a few months ago, on business of course. Look for the cupola on the old courthouse building and it’s directly across the street next to a large church.
Captain Dave Arnold Director of Personnel and Training Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail 9320 Merrimac Trail Williamsburg, VA 23185
SUPER-DE-DUPER!!! It's such a lovely building; I'm so glad it's still standing! Thanks, Dave!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/old-stomping.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/OOSG-C-G.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Downtown-Hampton.html
From Bruce Sims ('56) of VA - 05/10/06 - " Old Hampton City Hall":
The old City Hall building is on N. Kings Way just behind the buildings on E. Queen Way & next to The Hampton Baptist Church @ *40 Kings Way.
Bless your heart! Thank you so much for this information, Bruce!
MAY DAYS:
From Jimmy Hines ('64) of Northern VA - 05/10/06:
I remember May Days at Thomas Jefferson. My teachers there were Mrs. Morris for a few days of first grade, Mrs. Starling for second grade, and then for third grade my teacher was the wonderful Miss Suttle, who really had a great impact on many of us. I remember the Maypole and the ribbons, but nothing specific beyond that, though I think everyone had a good time...I'm guessing for the boys it was just another opportunity to be outside chasing each other and the girls! It's amazing that you remember what people wore...hope all are well,
Jimmy
Memories are strange things, Jimmy. My mother and her two sisters always remembered the food served at any occasion. Their total recall of the subject was legendary. I'm always thankful I wasn't going hungry at that moment, but I rarely recall what was served. And I don't usually remember what other people wore (with a few notable exceptions), but I do seem to keep alive the memories of what I wore on many, many occasions.
Thanks, Sweetie! Hearing from you always brightens my day!
From Bill Campbell ('54) of VA - 05/10/06 - "May Day at TJ":
Bless her heart!!!
COOL! I added your comments to her page:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/faculty.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/teachers.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/teach-Shelton.html
Thanks so much, Bill!
From Judy Phillips Allen ('66) of VA - 05/10/06 - "May Day at TJ":
Thanks, Judy! Wasn't it fun seeing Raymond again in October at the Reunion?!? I was delighted to see he had not lost that naughty twinkle in his eye!
As little memory fragments begin to enter my mind, I'm beginning to feel that I didn't so much skip school to avoid these May Day celebrations, as I may be repressing horribly painful memories. I remember much discussion of the May Pole itself, and making the pretty paper hats, and so forth. I think I've blocked the whole thing - or six whole things - out........ Hmmm. Oh, well.
Thanks, Lady!
From Tom Oxner ('65) of AR - 05/10/06 - " Redneck Spoiler":
AHA!!! So that's why I couldn't figure out what state that was! Thanks, Tom!
On the other hand, maybe it was taken in (ahem) Southern Canada!
Technically, the "Southern" appellation only applied to the first batch of images Dave sent us; we're now on Batch #3, though that's not made clear in the headers. And I believe rednecks per se are not indigenous to (or even confined to) any one part of the country - or even the continent, apparently! I know for a fact they abounded in mid-Illinois....
From Dale Parsons, Sr. ('48) of VA - 05/10/06 - "Notice for John Lawrence Wright":
Message: June 48 Class President, a true blue and gold Typhoon.
Please visit the Notice for John Lawrence Wright.
http://www.legacy.com/Link.asp?Id=LS17632748X
Click on the above link or cut and paste the url into your browser's address bar.
Thank you so much for catching this, Dale. Until this very moment I had planned to simply incorporate this announcement within this Newsletter, but that plan suddenly didn't sit well with me. I just created Jack's own Newsletter, which of course, remains as a permanent memorial:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/NNHS-Newsletters-2006.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/05-12-06-NNHS-Jack-Wright.html
Thank you again, Dale.
MOTHER'S DAY:
From One of my Famous Marines - Herb Hice of MI, who served in the Pacific Theater during WWII - 05/10/06 - "Dear Carol, Happy Mother’s Day!!!":
Happy Mother's Day, Many Many More Mother's Days, (Not Kids, You did your part already).
Your Friend, Herbie The Humble Carpenter
WILD GIGGLES!!! Yes, I can honestly say that I had as many babies as I possibly could (though I wanted more)! And I loved them unconditionally and enjoyed them immensely, too - and I still do. And even though I was not as good a mother as I would have hoped to have been, I gave that my best shot, too.
Thank you so much, Herbie! You're a true Sweetie-Pie!
From Paula Sturtevant Comstock ('62) of TX - 05/11/06 - "Hey from Texas":
Well, HI there, Lovely Lady! I've missed you!
Thanks so much for the wishes (which are reciprocal, of course!) and for the nice surprise!
I'm saving it for next week, when by "coincidence" (and as y'all know, I do not believe in any such a thing), I'm planning a revamping, due to some other recently arrived materials. Y'all stay tuned for the Big Surprises!
Thanks again, Paula!
From Pauline Collins Shofner ('65) of VA - 05/11/06:
Carol,
Thank you so much for the birthday wish! There have been lots of stressful things going on but hopefully that will change soon.
I hope that you have a wonderful Mother’s Day.
Love,
Pauline
You're welcome, Pauline!
AH, stress! You know, I understand that it's during times of stress that we grow and develop the most, I really do. Yet I must admit, sometimes - okay, often - I wish we could just stagnate for a while.... Sigh.
We wish you well, Pauline, and we'll keep you and yours in our prayers.
And Happy Mother's Day to you, too!
From Jean Poole Burton ('64) of RI - 05/12/06 - "Happy Mother’s Day!":
We Love you, Jeanb
Well, Lady, you cracked me up and choked me up all at the same time! Thanks so much, Jean! I doubt, though, that what I do could ever hope to approach all the joy this adventure has brought to my heart and soul!
Have a Happy Mother's Day yourself!
From Joe Drewry ('58) of VA - 05/10/06 - "Keep a NNHS 1958 classmate and her family in your thoughts":
Oh, my! I'm so sorry to hear all that, Joe! We shall keep them in our thoughts and prayers!
From Patricia Gabriel Hedrick Grzybowski of VA - 05/11/06:
Do you know if the Class of 1961 is having a 40-year reunion this summer?
Oh, yes, ma'am, they are indeed!
Starting Monday, this information will be included in every Newsletter until the great days arrive.
Meanwhile, Reunion information is ALWAYS posted very near the top on the front page, and on the Reunion Page section:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-page.html
The Picnic will be held at the Newport News Park Shelter #19 from 11:00 AM till dark. The menu includes homemade Bar-B-Q and all the other good fixin's as well as specialty desserts made by members of the class.
If you would like to renew old friendships, send a check in the amount of $10 for each attendee made out to "NNHS Class of 1957" to:
AND CHECK THIS WEB PAGE FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION - 05/10/06:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-class-of-1957.html
On Sunday, July 2, 2006, there will be a Sunday morning brunch, also at the Radisson, for the cost of $20.
If you attend both events, the combined cost will be $75.
CONTACT Jane Monfalcone Simmons at janesi722@cox.net or 757-898-5009 AND CHECK THIS WEB PAGE FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION - 03/26/06:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion-class-of-1961.html
Thanks, Pat! We certainly don't want anyone to miss them!
From Judy Phillips Allen ('66) of VA - 05/11/06:
I can well imagine!!! Thanks, Judy!
From Cathy Slusser Hudson ('64) of VA - 05/11/06 - "Bob Smith's Passing":
It was with great sadness that I read of Bob Smith's ('65) passing. I believe that he lived in Seven Oaks Apartments when he was in elementary school and part of high school. His apartment faced Marshall Avenue and was about half way down the block on the right just before you got to the Railroad Tracks. I lived on 36 Street and my back door faced the Court yard just behind his apartment. As I remember he liked Snakes and Reptiles and had several in his apartment. He was always a quiet person and didn't play outside much, or hang around with us rough necks much. His family was always very nice.
No problem, Lady. In fact, we love it when that happens!
I'm sure that Robert will be missed by a lot of folks that knew him.
Thank you so much, Cathy. I'm certain that he will. I've posted much of your comment on his Memorial Newsletter:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/05-11-06-NNHS-Robert-Smith.html
Cathy Hudson
Thank you, Cathy.
From Joe Wingo, President of the Class of 1965, of NC - 05/12/06:
Bless your heart, Joe! You are such a Sweetie-Pie! But let's just say it was a far cry from elementary school, when the boys would "forget " to invite me to their birthday parties (when they had invited everyone else in class), and when they would grimace and gag when they were forced to dance with me, etc., etc., and so forth.....
WOWZERONI!!! Well, that is exciting! Congratulations, and yes, by all means, contact us again as soon as you have your new email addy set up. We mustn't lose touch! It's bad business.
All my best.....Joe Wingo
Thank you so much, Sweetie. I've posted the first part of your comment on Robert's Memorial Newsletter:
From Me ('65) of NC - 05/12/06:
Meanwhile, simply check either the front page of the site (which will tell you exactly when the last updates were made), or the link to the Newsletters themselves (ditto) so that you don't miss anything:
Thanks!
From Richard Dawes (NNHS/HHS - '62) of VA - 04/30/06 - "Got Gas Yet?" (#5 in a series):
Thanks, Dicky!
From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 01/30/06 - "Why I love the south" (#48 in a Series):
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From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 04/02/06:
And here are a few more I found.....:
YIKESARONI! Only one more image to go!
Thanks, Dave!
Love to all, Carol
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Apache
(Jorgen Ingmann, 1961)
"Apache" midi courtesy of http://www.thomas-distributing.com/midi.htm located by Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 05/07/06 at my request of 05/07/06 Thanks so much, Dave!
Image of Apaches - Rancheria courtesy of http://www.discoverseaz.com/History/Apaches.html - 05/10/06
July 1, 1852 Image of Yahnoza, Chappo, Fun, and Geronimo, After the Apache Treaty courtesy of http://www.powerhousehosting.net/members/apache/ - 05/10/06
Gold Arrow Divider Line clip art courtesy of http://www.wtv-zone.com/nevr2l82/bars9.html - 05/10/06
TRIVIA ALERT: The above scripture fragment, Ecclesiastes 7: 26, was quoted in the film noir classic, Born to Kill (1947) ***
Animated Rolling on the Floor Laughing Boy courtesy of http://www.animationfactory.com - 04/06/05
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