On June 25, 1960, the imaginary state of Seminole came into existence when girl representatives from school all over Florida arrived at the Florida State University Campus in Tallahassee. These young women, future voters, had all just completed their junior year in high school and they arrived excited with the idea of creating a Girls' State. In the next 10 days they would carry out the governmental and social functions of a reality state such as Florida, by electing city, county and state officials after vigorous rallies and campaigns.
      The State of Seminole was sponsored by the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion and was run under a two party system, the Nationalist and the Federalists. Each party met in different buildings to plan its platforms and campaign strategies; then primary and state elections were held. After the elections, the state concerned itself with legislative procedures. For this, the girls had access to the House and Senate Chambers of the capitol.
     Every girl was elected to some congressional position and soon became involved in bill committees and debates. Heated but respectful arguments began before breakfast in the morning and lasted until late at night.
     At last years Winter Park Girls' State Representatives Sandra Cash, JO Ann Ross, and Nancy Temple ended their Citizenship's in the State of Seminole, they thought of the enriching experience of being able to attend a Girls' State. From the first exciting day to graduation, they had been constantly on the go. Now, they looked forward to telling their experiences to the school.

     This week we have a special treat for you. Pictured here are five Seniors -- in their younger days. To test your perception and mental acuity, see if you can guess who they are. I'll even tell you who's here: Jo Ann Ross, Frank Ferguson, Greg Holland, David Herold and myself. It should be obvious to you who the baby on the blanket is, but the others may be a little more difficult. Answers at the end of this column.
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     Have you heard about the new popular TV program in Africa? It's called "Eat the Press..."
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     How about doing some-
thing about the new wire fence in front of the auditorium? I understand there have been several accidents...

     Our Senior Class 1961 will make its final appearance at the Commencement Exercises to be held Monday, June 5 amid the tropical setting of Mead Gardens. Farewell address will be given by Jean Bradford, valedictorian, and Greg Holland, salutatorian. Mr. Woodrow Darden, county super-
intendent of public instruction in Brevard County, will give the Commencement address. Juniors honored as Marshals are Mike Kelly and Jean Stokes.

1960-1961...Those were the "good old days" when the weekly Wi-Pa-Hi-Sc sold at "only a nickel a copy"...And those were the nights of muddy football games with no victories and not much spirit...That was the year when students took over the "new building"...And the Sr. Tri-Hi-Y girls held their meetings in the Methodist Church...Those were the days when we ate our lunches in a bright pink cafeteria and Seniors had their own lunch line...Those were the nights of weekly gang gatherings at the W.P. Drive-In topped off by hamburgers at the Steak 'n Shake, chaperoned by ever-watchful "Porky"...That was the year of the well-remembered Spin-the-Bottle party...And it was the time of Happy Homecoming with Queen Sandy and Court reigning...Then came basketball, more spirit, and lots of fun...And that was when the Parkers won the City, Christmas Basketball Tourney...Those were the days when parking stickers for 4-wheeled vehicles were a must and Seniors left assemblies first!...Then came the holidays, remembered most for their gay rowdiness...That was the season when another Queen, Suzie, ruled happily...Those were the days of scarab bracelets, tennies, culottes, bright purples, "knee ticklers," and Madras...Those were the times when Kennedy took office and the very few Winter Park Democrats beamed proudly--And the "Jackie" look came in--and the "Pat for First Lady" signs were removed from car windows...That was the year when real plans for our own Yough Center started popping...1961 was the time that Parkers got their first look at big BEN-HUR and a second look at GONE WITH THE WIND...

     There are still people who hold out on buying papers because THEIR names aren't mentioned... Don Nuzum, Susan Kelly, David Riddle, Chip Lipps, "Monsieur" Eckhardt, and so on. I'd like to thank Mr. Johnson for his kind assistance in the sale of papers in his homeroom every Thursday... and Chip Furr for her vigorous help in the matter...I wish Mr. Spurrier's homeroom were newspaper-minded.

     Following the graduation, there will be a Senior Sunrise Ball held at the Orlando Youth Center which will last all night and through most of the morning. All Seniors are allowed to bring one guest. You must be stamped with an identification stamp at school before you will be allowed to enter the Ball. Four bands will provide continuous music through the night.
     Baccalaureate Ceremonies will be held at the Winter Park Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 4. Rev. Doggett will give the Baccalaureate address.
     Class Day will be held June 2 in the auditorium at which time outstanding Seniors will be recognized and annuals given out. The class history will be read, and the annual dedicated.
     This week the SENIOR SALUTES and HORIZONS will also be on sale. Senior Salutes lists each Senior individually and lists interesting facts about him or her. Horizons is our annual literary publication, featuring the best examples of creative writing done by WPHS students through the year.
     Hail and Farewell, Class of '61! You have set high standards for underclassmen to follow.

     It was a year when Westerns still remained as almost everybody's favorite TV programs... That was the year of the short winter and early spring... And it was the season when the students went cultural and presented two class plays AND a musical... It was the time that the Cats won 19 baseball games and only lost 4...It was the year our Track Team placed 5th in the State Meet... Those were the days when Seniors piled up College Scholarships and counted the days 'til Graduation... That was the year of the great Senior Recognition Day and Seniors did as they pleased--Living life, every golden minute of it... 1961 was the year when we danced in "Seventh Heaven" and were sunburned at New Smyrna... That was the time of the Senior Class Party at Rio Pinar when we danced, dined, and dunked... Do you recall, remember at all, that wonderful, wonderful year?... Susi

     The baby in the blanket is, of course, Frank; the baby in the bed is David H.; the little girl in the party dress is Jo Ann; the little boy on the ? is Greg; and last (and least), the obviously happy one is ME!

     This being our farewell issue, I'd better bid you a tearful and affectionate farewell... FARE (sniff) WELL... Good luck to each and everyone of my faithful readers... you'll need it!