50 Years Ago The theme of the 1972 Catholic Charities Drive was “Love Enough.” Children of St. Jude were guests of Mrs. George Wallace at the Governor’s Mansion.
50 Years Ago Bobby Burgess was named most valuable player in the McGill 10th annual Thanksgiving Basketball Tournament. Coached by Denzil Hollis, team members included Burgess, Bo Brown, Charlie Roberts, John Terrell, Kenny Crow, Vernon Hall, Kevin Johnson, Robin Sanders, Archie Shaw, Charlie Smoke, Steve Sparks, Walter White and Jimmy Martin.
50 Years Ago Planners of the St. Jude Youth Club were Fr. Leonard Collins, Versie Nelson, Brenda Luckie, Alvetta Nicks, Mae Witcher and Marielle Smiley. Miss Amy Garraway was listed in Who’s Who among Americas High School Students.