Amundsen High School - Viking Yearbook (Chicago, IL)

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EDITORUOHNFI-UDAS 2 KALA ci-inrsrovcsus December 19,1956 THE AMUNDSEN LOG Pggefive Story Cont. from Page I The big night came, and the kindly man polished up his piece of fruit, and began sadly to walk up to the shining altar. When he slowly bowed down, ami placed the little bundle beside the manger, all the eyes of the earth suddenly turn- ed to the sky. A beautiful beam of light poured down from the open- ing heavens, the star of Bethlehem shone over the town, and the air rang with the enchanting voices of God's angels, who came down upon the scene. The holy Christ Child stirred in his mother's arms, and accepted the humble gift of the stunned eandlestick maker. The Lord knew of the suffering that the good man had gone through during the past year. He understood what sorrow was undergone, and He judged the gift by the thought behind it. Never before was the little man so jolly and gay. And, now, to this very day, the good old candlestick maker proudly shows off his re- wards: a golden pear, and his new glow of happiness. You, down. tltcre. ' shouted Fath- er from the lieod of Hu' stairs. It's tu'o-thirty! lio you Hzink you can stny oil night? Hr, thunk you, .wid the culloze lorrr. lint I'lI hurt' to phone homo first. T Ralph Larson llid you think that the school was too hot or too cold November 16? Well, if so, talk to Ralph Lar- son because he was elected Amund- sen's engineer l'or Student, Day. Among other things he has been very aetive in football, intramurals, ami the bowling league. A certain underclassman with long brown hair seems to be his favorite date. But let's get one thing straight, Ralph. She is 5'6 not 5'2 . Dancing and out for Pizza afterwards would complete a per- fect evening. Favorite teachers here at Anmnd- sen include Mr. Ilill and Miss Hen- drickson. Ralph's most embarrass- ing moments oeeurred this semes- ter every time Miss Eckfeldt put him down about getting out of class for football. Anmudsen must appeal to this guy because he plans to further his education at Amundseu Junior Col- lege and later on become an ar- chitect. Try Phy.s'ic.f! New Televised Plan Amundseu is planning a course next semester in physics that will be a televised series ot kinescopes. Mr. Gonzales will teach it with a program especially designed for the high school student capable of car- rying a fifth maior. lt will be open to 3B, 35, and 4B students who have neither taken nor are taking physics. They will receive a credit for pass- ing one semester. The course will be a preparation for college and in the later future will aid the nurse, enginere, archi- tct, astronomer, navigator and many others. LATEST ADDITION If you have seen a good looking young man in the halls that you don't recall having seen before, it is probably Amundsen's Mr. Benson graduated from Lane Tech and the University of Miami. He has also attended the Art Institute, The Chi- cago Academy of Fine Arts, The American Academy of Fine Arts, and is a member of the Renaissance of the University of Chicago. hexbli Q Wi ..-L ' 04' This being the season of good will, the Pen has been omitted to make room for Santa's Christmas list. Here goes! One boyfriend for Marilyn, so she won't go Stork raving mad over everyone else's. Furs! girl for Rich Nteelfcr, pre- ferably Illurslio. A smile for Sl.'i'eko. A honeymon suite for Jim and Gary. Stepladder for Gail Iluclfmun, so she can come down off her high horse. A Ring for Denny. A Caddy convertible, two dozen cashmere sweaters, and the rules of fair play for the Ortnmns. Not much for Pot Burns-lie has Ittybit. A barber for Barnes QSVJ' is still too long, Sonny, with or without sideburnsl. For Terry Gustafson--well, he can just go Crook. ctllllllt' Rzycg rewnfing Sandy Ef1k50H ' Nancy Skreko Stranded in the jungle? Not Nancy. But you might have thought she was if you had seen the last Variety Show. Playing the part well, she also acted as mistress of ceremonies. A very versatile person, Nancy has participated. among other things, in National Honor Society, Los, Variety Shows, and Quill and Scroll. Many things will long live in Nancy's memories of Amundseu, but all the fun in drama II, the Variety Show, and Senior Class will remain the longest. Her most embarrassing moment was one of the many times she forgot all about senior program and went to class. This particular time she was to be presented on the stage as a candidate for a class office, and just wasn't there. As an ideal date Nancy likes to go places she has never been before, and to formal dances. - Linda Thorson When I go to sleep, I never count sheepg I count all the charms about Linda! This is the theme song of a certain tall Paul who ranks number one on Miss Thorson's list of eligible bach- Shows- elors. And well it might be, for pretty brown-eyed, brunette Linda is cerainly not lacking in charms. Nor is she lacking in memories of her alma mater -like the happy times with her club sisters twho are simply the mostj, and the not so happy time she slipped and fell in a puddle of water while running down the corridor, twice serving as fashion show attendant, cheerleading, prom committee, and Variety Future years might feature a career in some corner of the art field for Linda, who still finds a moment now and then to make like Rembrandt between school, her part-time job as a dental assistant, and Paul. A hearty congratulations to that sweet Nomly lfrilcson. A pair ot' false eyelashes for .-trlenc .-tnrlrelrs. She needs help with those shy 4A men. A little bit of personality for Korlionon, who seems to have lost all his along with his independence. A soap-box for llinnf' ldxsler. To help scare up a prom date for Ilorw 7'icl.'i1el'. one truckload of mis- tletoe. A pair of diapers for lfob Weng- rush order! One Spartan led for i'l'Iiss-Bc!2c- los. tls Jlr. !'. giving you a rough time, I'Istelle'?J A big shiny medal for Chuck Nklena and lfolpli Kayser for dar- ing to be different. A soft shoulder and a crying towel for Illory Russell, who's sorta left out in the cold. Don't worry, Jlory. your prom will come. One peck of birdseed for the birds. Schwab's Food Shop and Bakery We cater to party orders 1902 FOSTER AVE. - LO 1-4956 Bill Ninneman Attention girls! Are you a 5'6 blonde or brunette? Do you have a good sense of humor and a par-- tiality to modern jazz? If so, look up Bill Ninneman. You won't re- gret it. This all-around man about cam- pus enjoys dances, soaking up a bit of progressive music, pitching a little woo, golf, and shrimp in his spare time. His favorite night spots are the London House and the Blue Note. He has a collegiate crew cut, big brown eyes, and scads of friends. His activities at AHS include in- tranmrals, pin AE Ring committee, golf team, stage crew, and hall guard. However, if you qualify, you'd better act fast. Amundseu will soon lose Bill to Cartilage College, where h will begin to realize his aeronau- tical engineering aspirations. r

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1 GLAD IUL ' ' EDITOR:IOAN Page Four T H E A M U N D S E N L O G December 19. 1956 Commercialization Prevalls Tlllig? 'NQIMATFEK , .e s - ' - 00. , - - -- --' , During Christmas Season 'F YB:-0 i -my tYiA. bv Difme H--1-r Wm ' 3'i'tf ?ft'i .' CORNER For many ll1'llI'S both reli ious and la U 9 1.U i. 3 at aldw T ' ' ' . . g y A Lens: ii hunk 1 ., i'23'2ff, , gi-oups liar-e been complaining about the com- rl Ag' V . your ts... .. , .. . .. .. mercialization of Christmas. The commercial OR SYWQLL ' 'P MIANT By Omie Dqnielg season of Christmas begins around Thanks- cy-QEQK E L7 -4 SCKTI Our heritage of music consists not of songs giving Day when stores display wares for FUR .h , vb .. y. f I that are played for their good beat 3 but of holiday gift-giving. lt lasts until December 24, Qukggp A ' 62, ? I music, the words and music of which may mean when it should really just begin. Families who . 7 . . Y r- t something to the listener, would not dream of eating their Thanksgiving A in 'ff' s - V' l N Although popular music is undeniably very turkey a week in advance, or of having their ' ' Q much a part of our daily living, this music will 4th of July pienie in June, give no thought to .12 in time be replaced by other kinds, and that the fact that, when they awake on December Q' A Ill will pasg too. In considering the enduring qual. 25, there is not a shred of Christmas left. Every present has been opened, every carol has been sung ami the tree has dried out. Christ- mas is apt to be a dull day given to overeating. Modernism has become the theme of the majority of the modern artists and window decorators. To this group, tradition has become a hidebound thing to be scorned at all costs. The proof of their attitude has been apparent during the past few years on State Street. We have seen such ridiculous things as pastel Christmas trees, powder blue reindeer, laven- der angels, pink dancing teddy bears, the tra- ditional holly wreath replaced by a sequinned pastel feather wreath, and even Santa Claus in an all white suit! A visitor from Mars, observing all the decor- ations and feverish activity might well ask, What are these people celebrating? Many of us have ot'ten wondered just whose birthday are we honoring? Aren't we celebrating a birth- day with the guest ot' honor carefully hidden away in the naves of our churches? What a boy you are for asking questions, his father said. I'd like to know what would have happened ii I'd asked as many questions as you do when I was a boy. Perhaps, suggested the young hopeful, you'd be able to answer a iew more oi mine. THE AMUNDSEN LOG Present Endeavors Inspired by Past Accompllnhmentl Members of Quill and Scroll and Illinois State High School Press Association 5110 N. DAMEN AVE., CHICAGO, ILLINOIS PRINCIPAL ...,,,.,,, ,,,i................,........ C . K. Anderson ASST. PRINCIPAL .......,.,. ..,.,. H arry P. Fuller . . . Mrs. Middendorif EDITORIAL ADVISOR BUSINESS ADVISOR .. , ,,,,.... Miss Bauersfeld EDITOR-IN-CHIEF ,.,,,,.,,.,...,.,...,.......,,..,. Iirn Kcxzanis ASSOCIATE EDITORS - Pat Wittlinger, Karl Gates. Vince Reilly, Ioan Helmken. Iohn Flu- das, Milton Wolke, Sandy Swenson, Iohn Schultz. SENIOR CORRESPONDENTS ....,.,. Ian Townsend. Nancy Skreko EDITORIALS ............ Pat Thornton, Sandy Seifert EXCHANGE EDITORS ...,,.,,,,,..,,.,. Ralph Wortman, Mary Lou McClane ART STAFF .. , , ,i.,, Kit Trudeau, Gary Grimes STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER .,,,,,.,,.,.,. Iohn Neumeier BUSINESS MGRS. .,,,. Karen Lucas. Earl Delnick Letters to Santa Dl'!If Sanfal Mom still thinks I believe in you, even tho Pin 18, so she told mc to write. Don't tell the guys! Please bring me an electric razor for Christmas. I don't have onc because Mom says I'm too young to shavc. It's hard, cause I have to sneak down to thc basement and use a broken glass to shave with. One of the Monks Dear Monk: You really have a problem, and I know it won't help a bit, but I could send you a shiny red electric train for boring club meetings. Santa Dear Santa: I am four years old, and have been a very good boy this past year. My mother says that shc can't afford thc few things I want this Christmas, so I am asking you for them. I would like: A switch blade knife A 33 automatic A calf's lcathcr shoulder holster Johnny Dillinger Dear Johnny: I am sorry to tell you that I have no more switch blades left. However, if you would like a shiny red electric train, I'd be happy to bring one to you. . Santa Dear Santa: My name is Ophelia Zelda Java. I HATE my name, and I can't understand why my mother gavc me such a name. I would love a pretty namc such as Samantha Mac or Lollic Kay for Christmas. Ophie Dear Ophie: I'm sorry to hear that you are having such a big name problem. I can hardly bring you a. new name, because my power doesn't go that far- However, if you would like a. shiny red electric train, I'd be happy to bring one to you. Santa ities of music down through the ages, it comes to mind that the main type which has stood the test of time, better, perhaps, han all others is the religious music of all denominations. A good example of this music is in the age old Christmas carols, and although years may fly by, and songs may come and go, these carols have outlasted them all. They live on to be sung and enjoyed each December with re- newed vigor and appreciation. Because of their age and familiarity, they are often sung and heard with what may be termed an indifferent ear. People guilty of listening in this maner are missing everything that Christmas carols were written for. This is 9. shame for these songs are among the most beautiful and stirring music in the world. The effect of their melodies and words upon count- less numbers of people throughout the genera- tions cannot be measured. A carol can make you happy or bring you peace, and above all. help you to have a happier, more meaningful Christmas. Clubs Seem to Be Order of the Day After most girls and boys have been at Amundsen for a couple of months, they begin to think about forming or joining clubs. By the time the sophomore year starts. they are all firmly established into groups of from ten to fifteen persons each. Girls are known to do this more than boys, but there are boys' clubs, too. Everyone joins a club because it is the thing to do, and nearly everyone is in one. It gives a person a feeling of belonging, and being a member of a group, that is true. However, the people in clubs associate almost 100 percent with only the members of their own club. They miss out on many opportunities for acquaint- ances with fine and interesting students, whose friendships would be invaluable to them. Most highschool have either clubs or sorori- ties of some kind. They are not a bad thing, but the people joining them should not depend wholly on the other members for companion- ship, but should become better acquainted with many students. 5f'Xf'N-fXSf'Xf'Xf'x S fxfifxfxfxx xfxfx. iifsif Use Your Head - lt's the Little Things That Count s ex fxfx sfxffx

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. ..l, I FR6HLICHE WEINACHTEN '47 I' MTLTONVVOLKE Page Six - THE AMUNDSEN LOG December 19.1956 I Student day Principal Iim Kazanis hands a visitor's pass to Dr. Anderson. while student day Attendance Officer Ieanie Ring looks on. STUDENT DAY EXPERIMENT ACKNOWLEDGED AS SUCCESS On November 16, during Educa- tion Week, an experiment known as student day took place at Amund- sen. On this day students replaced the school ot't'icials and teachers. AllllllISIl'ZllIX't' positions were fill- ed by the seniors who were elected in a school poll. They were: princi- palg .lumws li'u:uni.v.' assistant prin- cipal, .llillon ll'oII.'f': discipline, Smuiru ln'riI.'.von and l.urr,u Ti1'lrm'r,' attendance, .Ivan lt'iny.' registrar, Susan fiflIbrrriIh,' senior sponsor, Uhrix l'uppu.v: placement, Janet l'uIm,' adjustnient, .lovin Norum: administrator, ltilllllllif l'rIc'rson: li- brarian. lfluim- Komen: and engi- neer, lfulpl: l,11I'Son- Ullo Becl-'cr and lilixr .-Illllfllllfl-V were appointed deputies hy the real Principal, Dr. C, K. Anderson. Their job was to maintain order in the corridors. The teachers were replaced hy members ot' the Future Teachers ot' America eluh. The experiment was a success. and other schools may have a stu- Aronson, Johnson Accepted in Sigma by Helen Rooney Two June 1956 graduates of Amundsen who were recently ac- cepted in Sigma sorority at the University of Chicago are Carol ,lohnson and Judy Aronson. .Yum-y lfrcesc, June '54, is one of the new additions to the pom- pom girls at Northwestern Univer- sity. And by a strange coincidence, a January 1955 grad, Spiro Pas- Ios, is a cheerleader at Northwest- ern, also. Rif-hunt Widmark, June '54, is one of Northwestern football team's most, valuable players. His position is quarterback. Serving Uncle Sam at the Glen- view Naval Air Base is Lester Brod. of the June '56 graduating class. Judy Dale, June '56, is now study- Marlene Schramm, an F.T.A. member. acts as teacher in a chemistry class and demonstrates molecular structure. Log Special Claus Exposed as Menace To Modern Civilization The Amundsen Log, realizing the present trenrl toufurrl sensalionalism and exposing great fruzuls. inzdercorvr elulrur-Ivrx, and dishonest state auditors and not being u party poopcr, has fleriflwl lo udrancc for 1'f'gI'l'S.vj with thc times. Sporing no 1-.rpeizse the Log has sent the World for at lcast Amundsenj knozrn rf'1mrtc'r Scoop Wolkw to the four corners of the city and to each and I'1'4'I'1l Nulrution Army Pot. This is the first in a series on one article. For 17 centuries the western world has been plagued by a terrible menace. To make things worse, peo- ple fail to realize the magnitude of the danger. Some people actually don't even believe in Santa Claus. These people are even worse off than the people who think of him as a kind, jolly old man. The majority of the latter group are children. These poor children are victims of this man's brain washing and bad influence. He is a slobberly old man, who has gone about unshaven, in the same soot- covered clothes for centuries. The record proves that this fellow has been kissing children's mothers un- bles with white wash from pidg- cons, don't ever get caught under a flying reindeer. Mr. Claus has absolutly no regard t'or the laws which govern ollr society and civilization. He is con- stantly disturbing the peace by pount-ing on rooftops at midnight. He breaks into peoplt-'s houses. He enters and leaves the country every year, without a. passport. He never pays import, duties on the goods he brings in. Then he has the nerve to break the most, important law in the universe, the law ot gravity. dent day before long. ing nursing at Grant Hospital. CUT OUT AND MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY Even more important than the bad influence he has on children, Santa Claus is spreading hope through the world, and every one knows the-re's no hope left. der mistletoe. Santa is a backward conservatist who refuses to advance with the times. If you think C.T.A. has trou- I JOBS' FREE INFORMATION CFOR GRADUATES AND UNDERGRADUATESJ l - One sleight and eight reindeer Please send me FREE infomation on requirements for top iobl qt gqcrifice price, Owner must and advancement in the following professions: lj Secretarial E Switchboard-Rec. CI Typing-T.B.M. .eu by order oi Board oi Health' A io ij Accounting ts Bug. U Dictaphone lj sal.. as nu.. Adm. Phone N-Pele 6-1000 g lj Comptometry lj Clerk Gen'l. Office lj Other ,...,....,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, , .Ah ETR0 POI-'TAN Nm' F0 S T E R F L0 R A L S H 0 P ' Address Busmess College - - 2 4 s a r o s r 1-: n A v E N u E NORTH!! WEST Phone ............ - .... - .... - ........., .. FLOWERS ron EVERY occasion 3025 N-I-11160111 Ave- ' ws TELEGRAPH rLow1-:ns ANYWI-mm' WEll2ngton 5-6464 High School ...... ,.,,,.,,., ,,,,, Yr. ,,,, ,, phone ED 4,0350 lb