HAPPY HOUR!!!

Kenny thinks that we have installed a Budweiser fountain!

DONATION GIVEN BY THE CLASS OF 1974

BE A PART OF CLINTON......BE A PART OF HISTORY
Doug Brisard, member of the Class of 74 presented a donation Saturday, September17 to the Clinton Roque Court Peace Park Project. Accepting the donation for the project are Cris Rogers, Bill Good, Kevin Peterson, Bob O'Dea and Mark Cunningham all members of the Class of 73. Thanks Class of 74 in helping to preserve the history of Clinton!!!

THE PONDLESS WATER FOUNTAIN

If you think it looks great now......wait until it is finished!!!

WORK DAY AT THE CLINTON ROQUE COURT PEACE PARK PROJECT

 

KEVIN PETERSON AND CRIS ROGERS

 

 

 

 

MARK CUNNINGHAM, CREW BOSS!!

The Class of 73 took advantage of the great weather we had on Saturday by starting the installation of the pondless water fountain. We are so blessed with the talent of our classmates at times like this. Kevin, Mark, Cris, Bill, Bob, and Kenny thanks for your hardwork and dedication to this project!

 

 

Kenny May, Bill Good and Mark Cunningham

Workday Two installing fountain

Day two workday the weather was not as co-operative as Saturday. More work will still be needed on the fountain.

 

 

HOMECOMING PARADE TODAY

IN HONOR OF TONITES HOMECOMING PARADE....THE CLASS OF 73 FLOAT ENTRY!
Do your remember the cutting, folding, and stuffing each napkin through chicken wire on the whole dang float!  Not like today where you just order and place it on the wagon!  I must say I have know idea what this was suppose to be.  Do you?

THE SCHOOL BOARD IMPROVEMENT PLAN TO HIGH SCHOOL

At the school improvement meeting the library is on the list! It still has the '73 original tables and chairs....they have added the windows..no more open space...the plan is eventually getting rid of all the books and go all TECHIE!!! 

The school improvement for the high school includes the commons area! You know the place where we did all our STUDYING at!!!! They are wanting to get rid of the darkness of the floors and walls.  It is still all original to the 1973 except the concession it has been closed so that everything can be locked.

The food line is up for remodeling also along with the restrooms. sorry didnt take a pic of that! Pretty disgusting i must say......same toilets since 1973 i am told!  Can't tell you whose names are still on the bathroom walls!!!  If only those walls could talk!!!!!

They are wanting to take out the auditorium chairs! They are calling this vintage YES these are the same chairs from our high school dayz 1972-73!!!  I think i might just purchase some of these and put them into my Loveshack!!!  I love VINTAGE!!!!

CRIS ROGERS SPEAKS AGAIN AT THE WARNER LIBRARY

picture are Cris Rogers, standing and Eugene "Mac" Mckinney, sitting on the right.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
 Cris Rogers to speak to genealogy Tuesday, September 13 at 7:00pm will meet at the Vespian Warner Library. This will be the second program Rogers presented to the organization. Many people missed his first presentation, during which he shared the restoration project of the Roque Court. The Class of '73, along with lots of donations and time help with the project.  Eugene "Mac" Mckinney the oldest living Roque Court member attend to answer any questions about the Clinton Roque Court's history.

MIKKI SPRAGUE  SEPTEMBER 5, 1974

Hard to believe it has been 37 years since we had to say good-bye. Wish you'd been here to share in many great times and memories. Know you are a part of each celebrated occasion and reunion. Because we're all in this together.....'73

DENNIS JAMES BLUE JULY 12, 2011

WE MISS YOU DENNY!!!
It is hard to believe that it has already been 4 years since we all said good-bye.  Know that you are forever in our hearts of the Class of 73 that you were so proud to be around.  We know that you will keep the meetings going because we will be with you someday....forever.  Peace to you our friend!

because we're all in this together

Class of 73

KFC, Clinton IL July 3, 2011

 

The visit from the Colonel was a huge favorite by many folks at the Clinton July 3rd Celebration.

Take a real close look....it is our very own Johnny Miller from the Class of 73. 
 Johnny and his twin sister Bonny left Clinton during their sophomore year.  
It was great to see them both!

IN MEMORY OF STEVE IRVIN-JUNE 30, 1991

GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

It has been 20years since we had to say good-bye.  Know that you are a part of each celebrated occasion and reunion.
Because we're all in this together....class of 73

Peace and love Red Dawg!

Fountain on Mr. Lincoln Square is complete and running!!!!

If you are ever in town visiting or just cruising around Mr. Lincoln Square in downtown Clinton, be sure to check out the fountain.  The fountain was designed by our very own Class of 73 Patrick Peterson.  The completion of the fountain took place over the Memorial Day weekend.  It is made out of granite and sits in a pool with sheets of water coming over the top of the lit up faces. Each cube is incorporated into the history of Clinton.  Peterson says the fountain is his contribution to the city and fulfilling his civil duty. Thanks Patrick!!! 

IN MEMORY OF KEVIN EUGENE FLEMING

KEVIN EUGENE FLEMING passed away June 29, 1997

Hard to believe it has been 14 years since we had to say good-bye.  Wish you'd been here to share in many great times and memories.  Know you are a part of each celebrated occasion and reunion.

BECAUSE WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER

GRADUATION CLASS OF 1973 JUNE 1, 1973

THIRTY EIGHT YEARS AGO TODAY The Class of 1973 graduated from Clinton High School.  We were the first class to graduate from the new building, and therefor, graduation was a little different this year.   There were 149 graduates.  it seemed to go faster this time but maybe that was becasue we were the ones graduating.  Many of the mid-term graduates came back to attend the formal ceremonies with the rest of the class.  Several of our class hadd graduated earlier and were already working and attending other schools.  The graduation exercises were crowded with all the seats on the floor taken, and most of the bleachers filled. 

The program included songs by the band and chorus, and special number requested by the senior class by Sara Jenkins "O Bless the Lord My Soul."  The welcoming address was given by Maureen Krueser.

 



Chris Weikel, our class president, then looked by on our four years in high school. 

Paul Gregor as student council president gave his thoughts on the council accomplishment this last year.

Mr Futrell was the main speaker of the evening.  He admonished us to look ahead and fulfill our goals.  The diplomas were then awarded by Mr. Carl Troxel, the school board president.  The class then sang the traditional "Alma Mater" and turned their tassels.



OCTOBER 26, 1972 from the OBSERVER

DOWNTOWN CLINTON SQUARE

A big shout out to our very own Patrick Peterson!!!!  Patrick's fountain design was picked by the City of Clinton to replace the old fountain on the square. 

 Please if you are in Clinton to visit or just passing through....check out it!

Class of 73 making history in OUR TOWN!!

Rock on!!!!

THE BARN QUILT BLOCK IS FINISHED!

A BIG...HUGE...SHOUT OUT goes to Patrick Peterson for his talent and dedication to the "Pride of the Prairie" Barn Quilt.  Patrick says that it is finally finished at least the painting and assembly is.  Now all that remains is the installation and the oohs and aahs.  Thanks also goes to Cris Rogers for helping Patrick with the finishing of the frame work!
Class of 73........you rock!!!

BARN QUILTS OF DEWITT COUNTY

THE BARN QUILTS OF DEWITT COUNTY
 a project of the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau, is proud to announce the acceptance of their first barn.  Congratulations to Kenny May, whose centennial farm is located on Drive-In Road.  The "Pride of the Prairie" quilt block will adorn the side of the May's barn.  The quilt block is being painted by the Class of 73, the group responsible for the Roque Court Peace Park Project in Clinton.  May's involvement with the Class of 73, as well as his family's history, will be honored in the quilt square.

PROM 1973 REFLECTIONS

Prom is this weekend at CCHS and it made me stop to think about our prom of 1973.....and boy have things changed. 

"Reflections" was the theme for the 1973 Junior-Senior Prom.  Once again the junior class worked hard to earn the money to pay for the prom.  The juniors sponsored the refreshment stand at the football and basketball games.  They faced a problem decorating this year. 

Thanks to all Class of 1974...great job!

The dance was held in the commons, so the kids had to wait till Friday after school to start decorating.  The decorations included a mirror entrance and a reflecting pond in the center.  Many couples enjoyed the "Spoon River" band from St. Louis.  The sophomore girls helped served the cookies and punch prepared by the junior class.

OR WAS THAT SPIKED PUNCH THAT WAS SERVED?

Is that Dickie Douglas doing the "dirty"!

ROQUE COURT WORK DAY

Class of 73 took advantage of the great weather we have April 3!  We had our work day at the Clinton Roque Court Peace Park Project.  Getting it ready for spring work.  Lots of dirt moved, leveled and garbage picked up.

COME THRU WITH THIS AND WHAT A STORY IT WILL MAKE.

Thanks classmates for your hardwork.

IN MEMORY OF JEAN THRASHER

Hard to believe it has been 4 years since we had to say good-bye.
Wish you'd been here to share in many great times and memories.
Know you are a part of each celebrated occasion and milestone.

because we're all in this together......Class of 73

BARN QUILTS OF DEWITT COUNTY

THE BARN QUILTS of DeWitt County, a project of the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau, is proud to announce the acceptance of their first barn.  Congratulations to Kenny May, whose centennial farm is located on Drive-In Road.  The "Pride of the Prairie" quilt block will adorn the side of  May's barn.  The quilt block is being painted by the Class of 1973, the group responsible for the Roque Court Peace Park Project in Clinton.  May's involvement with the Class of 73, as well as his family's farming history, will be honored in the quilt square.

People picture: Marian Brisard, Patrick Peterson, Lola, Kenny May, Carolyn Jameson, Ruth Stauffer, Nan Crang, Cris Rogers

SPRING HAS SPRUNG!!

Class of 73 Reunion Committee met at the Cunningham's Palace over the weekend to plan the upcoming work day at the Clinton Roque Court and the designing of the Barn Quilt for the Clinton Chamber Office.  Will keep you posted of these events as they get started this spring!

IN LOVING MEMORY

NANCY CONDER ISAACSON BRADSHAW

Hard to believe it has been 2 years since we had to say good-bye.
Wish you'd been here to share in many great times and memories.
Know you are a part of each celebrated occasion and milestone.
Because we're all in this together!

OUR LEADERS!!!

THIS IS OUR JUNIOR HIGH STUDENT COUNCIL

THEY ARE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

Just wanted to share that William"Junior" Myers, 83, passed away Feb 14 at his residence in Clinton....he was the owner of the gas station across from the Star Station in our school daze! What was the name of the gas station?  It was Phillips 66 but most people just called in Junior's Gas Station.

The old high school on the courtyard side...this pic was in our 1970 yearbook with the following caption....VICTORY On the fourth attempt, our school referendum finally carried by majority vote. This achievement was due to the interested citizens and students. Before and on October 7th many committees and programs were set-up to inform the general public: Student Council sponsored a rally, the art classes made badges and posters, store owners consented to have posters in their windows, F.T.A. members called the voting citizens, government classes provided transportation to the polls and mothers walked door-to-door to inform the townspeople. Yes, the passing of the referendum was truly a well deserved victory.

BLAST FROM THE PAST

Thanks to Jeff "Hawk" Hawkins for the newspaper clippings.  It is so fun to be reminded of our school daze!!  GO WARRIORS!!!!!

ANOTHER LANDMARK GONE!!!



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DEWITT COUNTY CONSTITUTION NEWS ARTICLE

We have lost another classmate

Tina Shepherd died unexpectedly during the night of January 1st or 2nd, 2011.  She was living in Knoxville, TN.  Our thoughts and prayers are with her entire family.



because we're all in this together....class of 73