Ames High School - Spirit Yearbook (Ames, IA)

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BOB BEATY. M.C. of the talent show, entertained the stu- dents between acts. STUDENTS CONGREGATE in the lobby before entering the audi- torium. Most assemblies were held during the first part of the morning. “WRENCH, TIRE PUMP, PLIERS. The Pep Club’s skits during pep rallies were rib-rattling. from Election Rallies to Concerts 23

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WITH THE LIGHTS DIM and the audience hushed, Archie Greene sang a lullaby accompanied by Jane Riggs at the Christmas program. Other soloists for the yulctidc concert were Janet Wildman and Nancy Uhl. Although the closest auditorium was nearly two miles away, the Assembly Committee, under the leadership of chairman Hob Beaty, proceeded un- daunted to organize several fine programs during the year. The student body made the mass migration to the Central Junior High Auditorium with a surprising lack of confusion, considering the situa- tion. A fleet of buses and untold numbers of cars provided the transportation to and from the pro- grains. show had many acts including pianists, vocalists, a short skit by the Drama Club, and the by now famous “Culture Club.” Bob Beaty, as master of ceremonies, provided an interesting diversion in a costume that defied description. The next program was a talk by Johnny Boyd, champion race driver, and a movie about the “In- dianapolis 500.” Mr. Boyd spoke about his experi- ences and their relation to safe driving. The first item on the calendar was a talent show. Other assemblies during the year included election Ames High's future Broadway stars were given a,u PeP rallies and a program on the works of free reign to display their talents onstage. The James Whitcomb Riley. Assemblies Held at Central Van 22

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WILLING Teens Against Polio workers assign districts to the 200 students who signed up to canvass Ames. Boys’ Club and Girl Re- serves jointly s|H»nsor this service project each year. Every year Ames High seniors have the opportunity to get an inside view of the Iowa Court system in action. On February 6 in the County Courthouse at Nevada, the senior class participated in a mock trial as both jurymen and spectators. After the en- trance of District Court Justice. Ed J. Kelley, the trial began. A civil case involving an auto accident in which the plaintiff was suing the defendant for damages was presented by members of the Story County Bar Association. The question for the stu- dent jury was whether such negligence was the di- rect cause of the damages to the plaintiffs automo- bile. After hearing all the evidence and retiring for a short period of deliberation, the jury returned a verdict of not guilty. From this experience the sen- iors gained valuable insight into court procedure and our judicial system. Seniors Attend Court Day in Nevada; 24 AMES CITIZENS were, as a rule, very generous: and when collector' came to the door, they were well- rewarded. Tom Ukcna receives a contribution for Teens Against Polio.