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r73eauty and the Best"

On April11, 1974, eight eager girls set out to win title of "Miss
Columbia High School." As the week progressed, these individ-
uals found a new purpose for involvement in the pageant. Aim-
ing for personal gain was no longer as dominant as the desires
that none would lose.

Mrs. Wanda Gause sponsored the 1974 pageant. According to
the girls, she was always "there to help and willing to criticize."

Masters of ceremonies, Dawn Steele and Kirt Klinepeter, an-
nounced three major events of competition: talent, evening
gowns, and casual wear. Besides featured events, contestants
were judged on poise, speaking ability, and their competence un-
der pressure.

Kay Hines entertained during intermission by singing "Bless
the Beasts and the Children" while judges tallied their votes.
Intermission ended and Vanessa Yates was named Miss Con-
geniality by the contestants. It was remarked, "She was always
happy and ready to cheer each of us up throughout the week and
during the pageant."

Finally, the names of the five finalists were announced: Pris-
cilla Anderson, Kim Purser, Gloria Robinson, Mary Ann Skin-
ner, and Vanessa Yates. A question was asked of each of these
girls as the final division of contest.

April Smith, last year's Miss C.H.S. sang "The Way We Were."
April took her last walk as Miss C.H.S. while hopeful voices
sang "Close To You."

Vanessa Yates placed as second runner-up while Priscilla An- Kim Purser, Miss C.H.S.
derson became the first runner-up. April Smith crowned Kim
Purser as the 1974-75 Miss C.H.S.

Pictured above: Becky Blewett, Kim Purser, Linda Kimmick, Beth Bray, Priscilla Anderson, Gloria Robinson, Mary Ann
Skinner, Vanessa Yates, and Teri A us tin.

68 Miss C.H.S.