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Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
Happy 57th Birthday today to Tom Oxner ('65) of AR!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Happy-Birthday.html
From Wayne Stokes ('65) of VA - 12/16/04:
A charming story of of his teenage experiences with Rich's, now posted here:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/richs.html
Thanks, Wayne Honey!
From Eric Huffstutler (Bethel HS - '75) of VA - 12/16/04:
I seem to remember that there
was a Carrol's on Washington Avenue that later ended up being something
else, a tire store
or something? Then there was one in the
Newmarket area on Mercury Boulevard and it later ended up being a bank.
I think
it was on the same side of the boulevard but opposite corners from the DMV?
Duh - I dunno - anyone? Anyone?
I'm really enjoying this
fast-food restaurant line of discussion myself, because I have them so
completely muddled in my mind.
The only such place I ever remember going to with my mama was
Bill's Barbeque. Never having learned to
drive myself, that
meant the only times I went to the others was with a date - and I was always too
nervous and tied in knots then to remember
which places we frequented after the movie/game/dance or whatever. I do
remember going to Shoney's (and I can't even
recall
which one!) once with - oh, never mind, he probably doesn't even remember dating
me anyway. But I remember....
My point is - the more y'all talk, the more I'm apt to piece together and remember, so I really appreciate all the input.
I don't quickly see a link to but wonder
if you already have a page dedicated to the S.S. United States? If not, could I
suggest one
and head up getting it started? I use to be a steam ship fanatic years ago and
this one luxury liner was built in Newport News and
launched June 23, 1951. When it docked you could see the funnels (smoke stacks)
above the city. Its fate hangs in the balance
even though it is slated to go back into service after years of rusting away at
various docks since 1969. I have lots of information
about it, photos, resources, and links to various sites. Would you be
interested in this symbol of our country and freedom as well
as Newport News lore as part of your web site?
Oh, ABSOLUTELY!!! That would be fabulous! Thanks, Eric!
From Bill Black ('66) of GA - 12/16/04:
COOL! Thanks, Bill!
From Tom Norris (HHS - '73) of VA - 12/16/04:
Hi all ...
The Carrol's on West Mercury Boulevard was
the Crabber hangout ... later became Wendy's (I believe the first one
on the Peninsula) in '73 or so ... was briefly something else in between.
I dated Kathy Gresham (Wythe girl) in '71
for a bit ... went to Guess Who/Mason concert at the
Coliseum in April 71 ....
walked across Mercury (oh, how brave!) to Carrol's for an after concert
Club Burger and a shake. Seems like yesterday!
GIGGLES - I'll say! Thanks, Babe!
From Tom Flax ('64) of VA - 12/16/04:
DITTO!!! Thanks, Tommy!
From Alice Fowler Edwards of VA - 12/16/04:
Yep! That puts it in 1958 - just as Joe Madagan ('57) of FL confirmed yesterday! Thanks, Alice!
From Glenn Dye ('60) of TX - 12/16/04:
Carol
I don’t know how many remember when the new auditorium at
NNHS was built, like1956, I think, but my cousin,
Hugh Dye, helped do the electrical work in it.
Glenn
Thanks, Glenn.
I'm beginning to think y'all are all mind readers. The fire actually
occurred in 1952, and was caused by arson.
If anyone knows the details of that, I'd be interested in knowing.
I have before me
the 1952, 1953, and 1954 Anchors plus a 1955 Krabba which Tom
Norris (HHS - '73) of VA has graciously
allowed me to borrow so that I can scan in wondrous goodies for the web site.
Included among these, are of course, pictures
of the dreadful fire. The 1955 Anchor is filled with images of the
rebuilding. Stay tuned. I'm dancing (or scanning) as fast as I can!
From Bill Hobbs ('66) of Northern VA - 12/16/04:
WOW! You made me mist up completely with this one, Bill! Thanks so much!
From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 12/17/04:
This is a terrific
site for Christmas Wav files:
http://www.pcdon.com/seasonal-music.html
Oh, these are such fun! Thank you, Dave!
From Dave Arnold ('65) of VA - 12/17/04:
I noted Joanne Kates Roos
comments regarding the annual gathering of Nachman's
employees and remembered something
about my mother. She was noted for always wearing hats when she went out, even
when it was no longer the fashion, and
didn't consider herself dressed for church or a trip downtown without a hat. I
grew up on Cherry Avenue just over the
Hampton line, and our neighbor for over 20 years was a lovely woman named
O'Neil Lewis. She managed the portion
of Nachman's that sold hats and my mother was often found with her in Nachman's
basement going through new items
that appeared. I'm not sure if the relationship led to the hats or if this was
fortunate coincidence for my mother, but they
were great friends until Ms. Lewis' death in the 80's. My brother and her
daughter Jane still attend the same church today.
Thanks, Dave!
I really enjoyed your story. I was awfully fond of hats myself!
From Tom Oxner ('65) of AR - 12/17/04:
Thanks for the great walks down memory lane
that this newsletter provides. My family and I recently returned
from VA. Unfortunately, we were there to attend to my father's funeral. He will
be missed a great deal by family
and friends, but at least he was spared the agony of a long illness.
Today is my 57th birthday. I was feeling a bit nostalgic and then I read
the newsletter. Dave
Spriggs ('64 of VA)
referred to the old Charco-Burger at Jefferson and 74th. The convenience
store next door (on Jefferson Avenue)
was initially named "Little Joe's" but later became a 7-11 before going
out of business. Little Joe's was the pick-up
point for those of us who delivered afternoon papers in the area. One day of the
week (I think it was Tuesday) they
had a special of french fries for $.05. I would routinely eat 3-5 orders of
french fries while waiting for the papers
to arrive. No wonder I had a weight problem and now have high cholesterol! When
we were in Newport News recently,
we visited the What-A-Burger on
Jefferson. As I was eating a What-A-Burger for lunch, I recalled how Charlie
Vellines (Class of '65) and I would often eat at the What-A-Burger when it
was located at the traffic circle on Jefferson
(next to the Esso station). Charlie would routinely have 2 What-A-Burgers, a
couple of orders of fries and a chocolate
shake for a meal! At the visitation prior to Dad's funeral I talked with
Malcolm Davis, and Ronnie Wood (both
from Class of '65). In order to be certified as Executor of Dad's estate I
received assistance from Rex Davis (Class
of '66).
It was good to see old friends, even under those circumstances.
Tom Oxner (back in Arkansas)
Hmmmm. Funerals are unusual affairs.
At the saddest moments of your life you have the opportunity to reconnect with
old friends
and distant relatives, and that brings a strange joy - which I suppose makes
everything else more bearable, but it's a mighty peculiar
feeling as we've mentioned several times before in the past. Our thoughts and
prayers are still with you, Tom. The death of a parent
is just never an easy thing - no matter how old you are they may be.
Happy Birthday, Tom - again! And thanks!
From Jo Ann Stewart ('64) of TX - 12/17/04:
WOW! I had forgotten there even WAS a Willis! I can't wait to hear from more of y'all on this thread!
Thanks, Jo Ann!
From Joe Madagan ('57) of FL - 12/17/04:
Hi, Carol:
Thanks, Adonis! Isn't that just the most incredible thing?!? I still can't get over it! The man is utterly amazing!
From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA - 12/17/04:
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Thursday, December 16, 2004
Ray Staton, Tom Flax, Charles
Forrest, Dave Spriggs, |
Hi Guys,
Well, after a lot of phone calls, the turnout was:
John & Bev (Todd of AK)
Chuck Forrest
Ray Staton
Tom Flax
Me
We sat there for over 2 hours telling old stories and filling in John on the
reunion. He and Bev had a great time and no one
wanted to leave. He most definitely wants to attend the next function ... most
likely a "Turning 60" event.
I snapped a digital photo....
Merry Christmas To All,
Dave
WOWZERONI!!! What fun!
Thanks so much, David! And thanks again for finding today's midi for me.
They're so much better
when you do it!
Well, Sweeties - I don't guarantee this to be complete - or even coherent! - but I gotta run now!
Y'all take care of each other!
Love to all, Carol
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I'll Be Home for Christmas
- Kim Gannon, Walter Kent,
and Buck Ram
I’m dreaming tonight of a place I love
Even more then I usually do
And although I know it’s a long road back
I promise you
I’ll be home for Christmas
You can count on me
Please have snow and mistletoe
And presents under the tree
Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light beams
I’ll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
Christmas eve will find me
Where the love light beams
I’ll be home for Christmas
If only in my dreams
If only in my dreams
“I'll Be Home
for Christmas”
midi courtesy of
http://www.christmasmoon.com/christmas_midis.asp,
at the suggestion of Dave Spriggs (’64) of VA
- 12/16/04
Thanks, Dave!
“I'll Be Home for Christmas” lyrics courtesy of http://www.lyricsfreak.com/l/lonestar/84917.html - 12/17/04
Christmas Home clip art courtesy of http://www.always-safe.com/homefor.html - 12/16/04
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