Auburn High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Auburn, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1970 volume:

THE 1970 BULLDOG AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL AUBURN, NEBRASKA Education is one of the most rewarding experiences we will ever have. We. as the students of Auburn High School have shared many experiences. Through this sharing we have communicated and from our communication have understood one another. The times we have spent together have been characterized by happiness and victory, but we have also known times of anger, anxiety, and defeat. We will never be able to make these events reoccur, but we will be reminded of them day after day. This book has captured between its covers many of these experiences, and as we glance through these pages, we will be reminded of the events, the happenings, and the faces of the year which began a new decade. 2 ACTIVITIES Back Row: Roger Harms. John Crotty. Bruce Schneider. Dave Gaines. Barbie Sullivan. Front Row: Debbie Clifton, John Whisler, fisher, Steve Garver, Rodney Groff. Second Row: Laurie Vosberg, Jodi Fristnan. Doug Holsclaw, Laurie Redfern. Jackie Shew, Ann Grafton. Torn Welch. Anne Nincehelser, Debbie Student Council Takes Initiative to Sponsor Activities The Studenl Council this year was made up of two representatives trom each class and one representative from each organization. President Tom Welch and Secretary Barbie Sullivan were chosen last year at the Student Council’s Banquet. Vice President Laurie Vosberg and Treasurer Jodi Erisman were chosen from the newly organized Student Council this year. The Student Council sponsored grub days. Teacher Appreciation Day. Parent-Teacher Day, Freshman Initiation, and a day-oft raffle. Another money-making project was to sell Back the Bulldog buttons. Barbie Sullivan was a candidate for Treasurer at the 20th annual convention of the Nebraska Association of Student Councils held at North Platte in November. Council members attending were Jodi Erisman. Tom Welch, Barbie Sullivan. Debbie Clifton, and Bruce Schneider. The Student Council’s final activities were awarding a SI00 scholarship to a graduating senior, and eating out at Nebraska City. Tom Welch escorts Mr. Coatney to her teacher conference. 8 Tom Welch presents Jim Taylor and John Wolcott the winning ticket Janet Genoa is sold to the highest bidder at the freshman initiation to the “day off raffle. Students participating in Student Teacher Day were back row: Bill Bohling.Tom Welch, Roger Harms, Jerry Damme, Glenn Gements, John Crotty, Rich Andrew, Daryl Obermcyer, Dave lishcr, Pat I ngles, Dave Holsclaw. Third Row: Diana Salisbury, Bonnie Stem-per, Connie i'ritsch, Rena Meritt, Myrna Sicrks, Beth Applegate, Nancy Wagner. Patsy Stephens, Debbie Gaines. Second Row: Jackie Shew, Donna Moody, Kathie Bence, Debbie Sears, Carole Rarick, Pam Bergmann, Laraine Gerdes, Anne Nincehelser, Ramona Gebers, Rita Seid. Front Row: Linda Nincehelser, Laurie Vosberg, Rhonda Rohrs, Terry Sapp, Susan Oestmann. 9 Back Row: Pat McConnell. Valerie Coatney, Kevin Casey. Dave Fisher, Jerry Damme. Craig Overbeck, Daryl Obermeyer. Ann Grafton. Kathleen Rogge, Ann Magor. Chris Berger. Debbie Mowery, Deby Skeen, Pat Stephens, Kay Cowan. Third Row: Pat Patras, Marie Dean. Linda Darling. Donna Kurrelmeyer, I mily Higgins, Connie Fritsch, Rena Merit!, Pam Bcrgmann, Rita Seid. Connie Edwards, Lois Overbeck. Ken Heidzig. Nancy Wagner, Rita Weimcr, Anne Nincchclser. Second Row: Rhonda Shoemake, Carolyn Hurt, Jolenc Adams. Ramona Gcbcrs, Betty Blankenship, Nancy Hartwig, I rancis Kite, Susan Oestmann, Jackie Shew, Janet Nixon, Kathy Edwards, Debbie Sears, Delilah Stevens, Debbie Harris. Front Row: Denise Gardner, Lorna Sitherwood, Lahala Myers. Debbie Eblcr, Cathy Hummel, Pat Harpham. Debbie Gerdcs, Sheila Wolfe, Connie Pokrant, Terry Sapp. Kathic Taylor. Gail Mayberry. Mrs. Nixon. Not pictured: Cynthia Sanders, Becky Pasco, Sally Allgood, Iris Holtzman. Library Club Visits Ralston Library With sponsor Mrs. Nixon and club officers. Pres. Susan Oestmann, Vice Pres. Iris Holtzman, Sec. Treas. Ramona Gebers, and S.A.B. David Fisher, the club participated in several events during the school year. The club was rewarded for their efforts by a trip to Ralston High School. There the members visited the library to get new ideas for their own library. Later in the day they visited the Westroads for shopping, dinner, and a movie. In September the club sponsored a picnic to interest new members. Ann Magor, Lois Overbeck, and Valerie Coatney attended a Librarians Convention at Sutton, Nebraska in October. In November the club hosted a book fair which was held in the upper halls of the school. Sheila Wolfe and Chris Berger use the library as a resource center for education and enjoyment. 10 Spanish Club Hosts Foreign Speakers Senora Hector addresses the members of the Spanish club at the Betty Blankenship tells the story of “La Burrita. final banquet. Back Row: Mike Bassinger, Roger Harms. Glenn Clements, John Crotty, Arnelda Harms, Ann Grafton. Third Row: Lili Jo Harpham. Cathy Hummel, Von Bachlc, Scott McKerchcr, Kathleen Rogge, Laraine Gerdes, Steve Rogge. Second Row: Denise Gardner, Lana Coulter, Chuck Austin, Pat Engles, Janice Henning, Susan Fox. Mrs. Hector. Front Row1: Glenda Hillers, Linda Hillers. Janet Nixon, Betty Blankenship, Laurie Vosberg. Denise Elliott, Barbara Brady. 11 Back Row: D. Rippe, P. Trojan, J. Beatty. R. Harms, D. Fisher, R. Jensen, S. Rogge. J. Damme, C. Overbeck. G. Hahn, G. Clements, R. Andrew. B. Hemmingsen, J. Crotty, Y. Warden. P. Engles, S. Mc-Kerchcr, VI. Bassinger. Third Row: J. Henning. B. Applegate, V. Bachlc,G. Lokie, J. Vosbcrg, J. Wolcott, L. Sticrs, J. Fly, H. Moore, K. Myers. J. Fly. D. Obermeyer. D. Wininger, D. Salisbury, D. Thomas, T. Cade, C. Austin, A. Nincehelser, V. Broady. Second Row: D. Brady, J. McMann, R. Heriford, D. Salisbury, C. Fritsch, N. Moore, J. Erisman, B. Bohling. A. Cole, F. Schlangc. P. Niebrugge, N. Wagner, K. Kuwitzky, M. Coatney, S. Able, J. Whisler, J. Shew, K. Kent. D. Adams, L. Harpham. Front Row: Mr. Hutton. Miss King, C. Rarick, G. Aufenkamp, F. Higgins. C. Pokrant, C. Redfern, B. Blankenship. J. Chatelain, M. Wilson. K. Bence. D. I'beler. P. Sayer, L. Vosberg, D. Elliott, D. Hoi sc law, B. Brady, Mr. Leuenber-ger. Math and Science Club Students anxiously await the Math and Science monthly candy sales. Craig and Daryl examine an electron microscope at Creighton. 12 Officers Kirk Kuwitzky, Dave Holsclaw, John Crotty, Yorke Warden. and Roger Harms visit with Mr. liman Wheatcraft, the guest speaker after one of the meetings. Bob Hemmingsen expertly administers the job of being a waiter at the soup supper. Earn Colorado Trip The Alpha Beta Gamma Math and Science Club composed of 77 members, completed a very successful year. Topics at monthly meetings included such things as “evolution of communication” and “chemistry of living cells.’ Club activities included educational tours of the Eisenhower Museum, University of Nebraska Medical Center, University of Kansas at Lawrence, Creighton University, and E-Day at the University of Nebraska. The major money-making project of the year was the club-sponsored food stand at the Nemaha County Fair. Other projects which helped finance the Colorado trip were candy and bake sales, a soup supper, and a slave auction. The club scholarship of SI 50 was awarded to Roger Harms. Yorke Warden received the Bausch-Lomb Honorary Award. As Glen Clements temporarily offers his body for medical research he mutters, Are you sure Dracula started this way? John Wolcott, Richard Andrew, and Randy Jensen enjoy their soup supper dishwashing assignment. Back Row: Peggy Williams, Karlene Harris, Janette Catlett, Clara Koontz, Emily Higgins, Deby Skeen, Christine Berger, Ann Magor, Ann Grafton, Myrna Sierks, Rena Meritt, Ernestine Schlange, Nancy Wagner, Michelle Sierks, Jackie Shew, Debbie Harris. Kay Cowan, Lorna Sitherwood. Third Row: Cynthia Sanders. Barbie Pasco, Joy Welch, Bonnie Stemper, Debbie Ballue, Martha Henne, Patty Har-pham, Susan Rogge, Gloria Obermeyer, Mary Ann Wilson, Kathy Duncan, Vickie Eggert, Cathy Hummel, Ginny Aufenkamp. Second Row: Laura Sayer, Sally Kizer, Debbie Gerdes. Kathy Edwards, Laurie Vosberg, Laurie Redfern, Debbie Catlett, Jackie Breazile, Mary Volkman, Cathy Nincehelser, Rhonda Rohrs, Debbie Sears, Raylene Gentert, Rhonda Shoemakc. front Row: Barbara Brady, Jeanie Myler, Sandy Bohling, Bonnie Pike, Carole Rarick, Debbie Clifton, Carla Nincehelser, Lynn Johnson. Connie Pike. Margaret McGough, Gail Mayberry, Mrs. Locw. Deby Skeen Elected to State Office The Future Homemakers of America began their year’s activities with a “come as you are” breakfast in September. In October the initiation ceremonies for the freshmen were held. Later in the month members traveled to Weeping Water for the District F.H.A. Convention. One of the highlights of the year was the election of Deby Skeen as a state officer. Regular meetings held throughout the year included a progressive dinner, the annual Christmas caroling party, a session on cake decorating, and help with the canvassing of the community for the Heart Fund Drive in February. Money-making projects for the year were a bake sale and a volleyball game with the faculty. F.H.A. Week was observed early in April. Highlights of the week were munch and crunch day, teacher appreciation day, dress-up day, and grub day. The annual Mother-Daughter Banquet, held in April served as the setting for installation of new officers. This year’s officers: Treas., J. Shew; Pres., N. Wagner; Sec.. M. Sierks; S.A.B., L. Vosberg, Chapter Sponsor, Mrs. Locw; Degree Chairman D. Skeen; V. Pres., D. Ballue; Reporter, G. Aufenkamp. M ‘‘See It’s easy” says Bonnie Stemper as she teaches F.H.Aer’s how to One, two, three. Pull! decorate cakes. Gloria Obermeyer and Jcanie Myler concentrate on their cake Vickie Lggert and Linda King admit that skating isn’t as easy as it decorating abilities. looks. 15 Back Row: Dennis Blount. Fritz Henning. Steve Garver. Rick Knapp. Daryl Obermeyer, Daryl Whceldon, John Crotty, Alan McVay, Rena Meritt. John Clark. Anne Nincehelser, Michele Sicrks. Second Row: Kirby Bchrends. Cathy Nincehelser, Kay Cowan. Rita Weimer. Becky Kruger, Judy Whisler, Rita Seid. Ramona Gebers, Patsy Stephens, Colleen Harris, Debbie Gaines, Nicky Jo Moore. Front Row: Mr. Fell. Margaret McGough, Pat Patras, Nancy Clark. Lorna Sitherwood, Carole Rarick. Maine Bohling, Debra Harris, Rodney Groff, Linda Nincehelser, Kathy I dwards, Janet Nixon, Lana Henry, Rhonda Rohrs. Art Club Has Active Year 16 The Art Club, sponsored by Mr. Fell, had many showings during the school year of the new and old techniques of art. The club also began an annual money-making project, a Christmas cookie sale, using their talents for decorating the cookies. Field trips were taken to Omaha and Lincoln, visiting museums, galleries, and personal showings. A final trip, to end the year, was to Wabonsi Park. Officers for the 1969-70 were: Pres. Carole Rarick; Vice Pres. Debbie Gaines; Sec. Kathy Edwards;Treas. Rita Seid;S.A.B. Anne Nincehelser. Nancy Clark develops her artistic ability in Art HI. Back Row: Sponsor Mrs. Vaughn, Jerry Damme, Glenn Cements, claw, Kathy Edwards, Allison Cole, f ront Row: Beth Applegate, Pam Lewis, Pam Bergmann, Daryl Obermeyer, Cynthia Rcdfern, Nancy Wagner, Connie Fritsch. Carole Rarick. Kathie Bence, Donna Moody, Joe Fly, Iris Holtzman, Dave Holsclaw, Dave Hols- Catherine Hummel, Marieilen Wilson. Peggy Niebrugge. Bulldog Staff Works To Meet Deadline Striving to meet the deadline. Editor Connie I-ritsch works with staff member Jerry Damme to complete the football section of the annual. This year several of the staff members attended a workshop held at De-Witt, Nebraska. This experience along with the skills learned by Connie Fritsch at All State proved very helpful in creating this year's Bulldog. 17 AHS Cheerleaders Grow in Number Varsity Cheerleaders Back Row: Rhonda Rohrs, Kathy Edwards, Jackie Shew. Front Donna Moody lifts the cap off the new Spirit Row: Margaret McGough, Carole Rarick, Head; Patsy Stevens. Jug, releasing Bulldog Spirit. Reserve Cheerleaders Back Row: Head Kathie Bence, Jackie Hager. Front Row: Shelly Able, Allison Cole, Lynn Blecha. 18 and Spirit AHS added two new groups of cheerleaders to its ranks of “Spirit-Promoters” this year: wrestling and freshmen Various group projects carried out were sponsoring dances, selling ribbons, and a car wash. Both varsity and Reserve squads attended a workshop at Wesleyan University in the fall WRESTLING: Head Donna Moody, Carolyn Hurt, and Ann Vaughan. ERESHMEN: Barbie Pasco, Debbie Gerdes, and Head Laurie Redfem. 19 Back Row: L. Darling. J. Mylcr, J. Genoa. K. Duncan, C. Pike, J. Adams, L. Overbeck, C. Edwards, A. Magor. M. Henne, N. Hart wig, G. Mayberry, N. Allgood. S. Bohling, L. Sayer, K. Heskett. Seventh Row: E. Walker, P. Williams. D. Stevens. S. Rogge, G. Obermeyer, C. Koontz, P. Lokie, V. Coatney. P. McConnell, J. Moore, J. Welch, S. Probasco, P. Harpham, K. Harris. B. Pike. Sixth Row: M. Sierks, R. Gentert. D. Mowery. A. Vaughan. K. Taylor. D. Kurrelmeyer, D. Ebeler, C. Nincchelser, M. Volkman, R. Sayer, J. Trojan, V. Broady, S. Biere. R Heriford. J. Erisman.C. Eritsch. l ifth Row: C. Pokrant, K. Rogge. D. Moody. G. Aufenkamp. D. Gardner, A. Harms. S. Eox, E. Bohling, C. Berger. S. Wolf, L. Coulter, E. Higgins. P. Sayer. J. ETeshmen girls hang the signs of the zodiac for the 1970 Homecoming Dance. Gaines. Eourth Row: J. Whisler. B. Kruger. D. Harris. R. Shocmake, N. Moore. N. Hcslett. K. Cowan. B. Pasco. G. Hillers, D. Elliott, B. Sullivan. C. Harris. G. Swinney, D. Clifton. L. Hillers. Third Row: S. Ocstmann, R. Meritt, C. Hurt.C. Redfern, E. Kite, P. Patras. M. Wilson. P. Niebrugge, T. Sapp, A. Nincehelscr, R. Seid, N. Clark, L. Nincehelscr, B. Blankenship, I. Holt man. Second Row: K. Mowery, M. Sierks, B. Stemper, E. Schlange. P. Bergmann, P. Lewis, N. Wagner. A. Grafton, C. Parde, M. Myers, C. Hummel, L. Johnson, C. Nincehelscr. I irst Row: D. Gaines, D. Ballue, J. Nixon, B. Apple-gate, B. Brady. Betty Blankenship scrubs tires at the Pep Club money making car wash. Cheered on by the pep club, the football team comes onto the field. Pep Club Shows Spirit An enthusiastic cheer comes from the pep club as the team scores. The Auburn High School Pep Club showed the spirit and enthusiasm of a fine organization this year. Leading the girls in different projects and at games were President Beth Applegate, Vice President Debbie Ballue, Secretary Janet Nixon, Treasurer Barbara Brady, and Student Council Representative Debbie Gaines. Squad leaders were Janet Genoa, Ann Magor, Gloria Obermeyer, Donna Kurrelmeyer, Colleen Harris, Debbie Harris, Pat Patras, Barb Sullivan, Betty Blankenship. Ann Grafton. Rita Seid, and Bonnie Stemper. The outstanding squad named at the Honor’s Convocation this year was Bonnie Stemper’s squad from the senior class. This was a new award. High point winners from each class were Ann Magor, Freshman; Denise Gardner and Emily Higgins tied for Sophomore award; Becky Kruger, Junior; and Debbie Skeen, Senior. Sponsors for the year were Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Rarick. School buses carried pep club members to all out-of-town athletic contests. Money making projects to finance Homecoming and charms for seniors were a car wash and the Homecoming dance. 21 Back Row: Joe Ely, Rich Carr, Jeff McMann, Gene Triptow, Jerry Damme, Craig Over beck, Pat Engles, Tim Collin. Bill Bohling. Steve McIntyre, Mark Coatney. Third Row: Jim Beatty, Joe Moody. Bruce Schneider, Mickey Cook, Chuck Austin, John Wolcott, Bob Ciescckc, John Crotty, Jim Taylor. Kurt Kent. Dennis Rippe, Bob Hemmingsen, Pat Tynon. Second Row: Dave Chatelain, Kirk Kuwit-zky, Dennis Brady, Al DeBuhr, Steve Garver, Chuck Knipe, Kenny Myers, Scott McKercher, Daryl Wheeldon, Terry Clifton, Rodney Groff, Dave Lammlc. I ront Row: Coach Shoff, Gary Hamann. Roy-bert Rose, Rick Tuxhorn, Tom Welch, Dwight Rogers, Bruce Sherman, John Coatney. Brad Holding, Scott Riddlcmoser. Tracy Kuwit-zky, John Whisler. Dave Adams, Dennis Thomas, Greg Lokic, Coach Dankenbring. Not Pictured: Yorke Warden. Greg Hahn. Membership in a Club Rewards Athletes One of the functions of the A Club was to present a skit at a pep rally. The boys here have found a girl in the box. A Club members listen to the speaker at the bonfire. 22 Pep Club 3nd Pep Band cheer on the Bulldogs in a moment of victory at the Aksarbcn Tournament in Ralston. David Fisher, student director of the concert band, also directed pep band. Band Groups Provide Entertainment and Enthusiasm Marching band and drill team, in full dress uniforms, present the colors. STAGE BAND: Back Row: Debbie Ebeler, Mr. Tolen, Fat Trojan. Bence, Gary Kuhlman, Front Row: John Crotty. Kevin Casey, Chuck Roland Barrett, Roger Harms, Lambert Stiers, Gary Wcers. Second Austin, Ronnie Wagner, Mike Bassinger. Row: John Wolcott, Charles Fox, Steve Rogge. Doug Crotty, Brett AHS Band Plays Active Role Stage Band practices for spring concert. Pat Trojan, member of Pep Band, lends his support to the team. 24 Back Row P. Trojan, D. Kurrelmeyer, D. Stevens. J. Adams, J. Osborne, R. Gicsccke. Row Three: J. Trojan, J. Clark, M. Myers, P. Lokie, J. Wojdyla, D. Lun .mann, G. Weers, L. Stiers, D. Wininger, B. Pasco. R. Barrett, D. Fisher, R. Harms, J. Crotty, K. Casey. J. Littlejohn. D. Snodgrass. V. Bachlc, G. Kuhlman. S. Rogge. P. Niebrugge, D. Crotty. B. Bence. Row Two: L. Darling, J. Clark. I. Holtzman, E. Walker, J. Kite. C. Parde, C. Fox. M. Bassinger. K. Palmer. R. Wagner, P. McConnell, D. Skeen, C. Austin, V. Coatney, S. Oestmann. J. Whisler. Front Row: J. Wolcott, D. Ebeler, J. Chatelain. D. Holsclaw, J. Genoa, C. Berger, L. Overbeck, N. Hartwig, L. Henry. in School Affairs Again this year Mr. Tolen and the band were involved in many activities. The pep band played at home and out-of-town games. The Stage Band, as well as Concert Band, performed for the elementary schools. Stage Band was also the program at a meeting of Kiwanis, and they had their own concert in April. Concert Band held two concerts, one in the fall and the other in the spring. Several special groups were the Brass Quartet and Clarinet Quartet. The Concert Band received a “one” rating at district music contest. Band Officers: John Colcott. Sec.-Trcas.; Doug Crotty. Freshman, Representative; Roger Harms, Pres.; Dave I isher. Student Director; John Crotty. SAB; Becky Pasco. Drill Team Capt.; Debbie Ebeler, Publicity, Susan Oestmann, V. Pres. 25 Back Row: D. Mowery. D. Kurrelmeyer, E. Higgins. L. Coulter, J. Gaines. C. Nincehelser, R. Sayer, S. Biere, A. Malsbury, R. Rose. B. Hemmingsen, J. Crotty. Y. Warden, D. Chatelain, R. Harms. B. Bohling, C. Parde. P. Niebrugge, A. Grafton, N. Wagner, A. Harms, S. Wilhelm. M. Myers. Row Three: M. Dean, J. Breazile, L. Myers, D. McCullough, R. Hertford, L. Blecha. C. Redfern, B. Sherman, T. Collin, B. Schneider, D. Blount, K. Behrends. R. Goering. D. Catlett, J. Shew, E. Bohling, D. Gardner, S. Fox. Row Two: J. Sweet. G. Hunter, M. Wilson, J. Gfellcr, V. Eggcrt, P. Bergmann, C. Fritsch, K. Rogge, K. Kent, D. Fisher, R. Meritt, L. Hillers, B. Applegate, L. Gerdcs, P. Lewis, R. Scid, K. Edwards. Front Row: P. Sayer, A. Vaughan, C. Harris. D. Ebeler, B. Wist, J. Hager, K. Bence, J. Taylor. J. Chatelain, L. Vosberg, J. Erisman, K. Mowery. M. Volkman, D. Gaines, C. Pokrant, C. Hurt. Concert Choir Earns Superior Rating at District Contest Three members of choir attended the Hastings Honor Choir: John Crotty, Rena Meritt, and Dave Fisher. Anticipation mounts as several girls wait for the annual spring vocal concert “Jubilation” to begin. 26 CHORALE Back Row: Dave Chatelain, John Crotty, Glenn Clements, Roger Harms, David I isher. Arnie Allgood, Darrell Wininger, John Chatelain. Row Two: Bev Wist, Lynn Blecha, Colleen Harris, Glenda Hunter. Front Row: Jody Erisman. Rena Meritt, Laraine Gerdes, Alli- son Cole. Three Chorale members prepare for one of the two concerts presented this year. Chorale also performed for many clubs and at the ‘‘Miss Auburn Pageant”. They received two superior ratings in the district music contest. Freshman Choir. Back Row: C. Koontz. W. Conn, C. Edwards. A. Magor, M. Wilson, S. Rogge, L. Darling. B. Bence, D. Snodgrass. J. Kite, J. DeFreece, L. Cole, M. Andrew, J. Littlejohn. P. McConnell. V. Coatney. Row Two: N. Allgood, J. Adams, P. Lokie, P. Williams, J. Woidyla, B. Pasco, R. Wagner, D. Crotty, D. Wininger. M. Ely, S. Leslie, L. Overbeck, M. Pugh. D. Stevens. N. Hartwig. Front Row: G. Mayberry, D. Gerdes, L. Sayer, J. Genoa, P. Harpham, K. Fike, M. Furnas, D. Holsclaw, B. Giesecke, J. Beard. G. Obermeyer, S. Boh-ling, E. Walker. 27 The 1970 Homecoming attendants and their escorts: Carole Rarick. Tom Welch. Jim Beatty. Yorke Warden, John Crotty. Mickey Cook. Rhonda Rohrs. Kathy Edwards, Patsy Stephens, Jackie Shew. Homecoming Ushers in the Coach Shoff receives a hearty chuckle from the team. Sandy Probasco and Sheila Wolfe spend every free moment decorating the armory for the dance. 28 Pep Club President, Beth Applegate, crowns Carole Rarick, 1970 Homecoming Queen. Age of Aquarius The traditional bonfire was held for the 1969 Homecoming on October 30. Despite the rain, an enthusiastic group turned out to hear the speech of Ken McCormick. Spirits were high for the parade on Friday afternoon where Dick Hahn and Coach Shoff gave inspiring speeches. The football game on Friday night climaxed the week’s preparation. The highlight of the evening was the half tune ceremony where Carole Rarick was named Homecoming Queen for 1969. Crowned by Beth Applegate, president of the Pep Club, she was presented a bouquet of roses by Pat Tynon, vice president of the “A” Club. Following the victory over Syracuse a dance was held at the armory. The Pep Club was busy, weeks in advance, preparing the signs of the zodiac which represented the theme Age of Aquarius”. The music was supplied by “Farmer John and the Pigs.” The excitement of the evening begins with the breaking of the arch. 29 Joe Ely, Charles Fox, and Carl Stevenson place the sword in the Table decorators at the Hotel included Nickey Jo Moore, stone. Juniors Bring Legendary Kingdom of Camelot to Life Romeo Mark Coatney and Juliet Susan Biere prepare to serve the Royal Court of “Camelot . The Junior Class presented the Junior-Senior Banquet in honor of the class of 1970 with the theme of “Camelot”. The banquet was held May 2 in the Auburn Hotel banquet room. Master of ceremonies was Kirk Kuiwitzky, president of the Junior Class. John Wolcott’s invocation preceded the banquet. Kirk welcomed the seniors; and Glenn Clements, Senior Class president, gave a response. Colleen Harris inspired the court with a solo from Camelot”. Dave Holsclaw presented a humorous address by James Thurber. The Minstrels Octet performed by singing the musical number Camelot”. The main speaker of the evening was Superintendent of Schools Albert Austin. Kirk concluded the ceremonies and the guests moved to the high school auditorium where the prom was held. The juniors selected sixteen students from the Sophomore Class to serve at the banquet and prom. They wore red and blue Romeo and Juliet costumes. The auditorium was decorated with a draw bridge, throne, and a fountain. 30 Sophomore wiatcr Greg Hahn and waitress Shelly Able serve King zky, Mrs. Austin, Mr. Austin, Mrs. Gerdes, and Mr. Gerdes. Arthur’s table. Seated are Denise Hlliott, King Arthur Kirk Kuiwit- Ladies of the court dance to the music of the Hollywood Wax Museum. Nancy Wagner and Merlin the Magician Glenn Clements enjoy a drink from the sorcerers brew. 31 The 1970 May Fete royalty and court. Camelot Offers a Regal Setting for May Fete Royalty The 1970 May Fete royalty and court was presented by the master of ceremonies, Jeffrey Falter. Entertainment was provided by the music and speech departments. Donna Moody presented two interpretive readings. The A.H.S. King Tom Welch and Queen Carole Rarick. Chorale sang a selection of madrigals, appropriate to the Old English theme. Instrumental selections and solos were played by the stage band in the royal Camelot setting. Prince Yorke Warden and Princess Rhonda Rohrs. 32 Glenn Clements and Rena Meritt David Chatelain and Beth Applegate Senior Attendants Junior Attendants Dave Lammle and Margaret McGough Arnold AUgood and Connie Prokrant 33 Greg Hahn and Shelly Able Dennis Rippe and Lynn Blecha Sophomore Attendants Freshman Attendants Brad Hahn and Laurie Redfem John Coatney and Barbara Pasco 34 New members of the National Honor Society arc Junior Kirk Kuwit- Junior Pat Patras, Senior Dave I ishcr. Junior Kathie Bence, and Se-zky. Senior Bonnie Stempcr, Senior Pam Bergmann, Junior Joe lily, nior Yorke Warden. National Honor Society Inducts New Members Last year’s members include John Crotty, Roger Harms, Carole Rarick. and Glenn Clements. During a special convocation four juniors and four seniors were tapped into the National Honor Society by last year’s members. The students were selected on the basis of scholarship, leadership, service, and character Only five per cent of the junior class and seven per cent of the senior class are eligible each year. Membership in this distinctive organization is one of the highest honors a high school student can achieve. 35 Roger Harms wins John Philip Sousa Band Award. District Speech Contest superior rating winners: Donna Moody. Kirk Kuwitzky. Kathie Bence. Roger Harms, Dave Holsclaw, David Chatelain. John Crotty. Colleen Harris. Pat Patras. Dave fisher, Betty Blankenship, Rena Meritt, Patsy Stephens. 36 Gold A Pin Winners: Pam Bergmann, Jackie Shew. Roger Harms. Betty Blankenship. Dave I'isher, Diane Salisbury, Bonnie Stemper. Anne Nincehelser, Craig Overbeck. Laurie Vosberg, John Crotty, CONVO Honors Students The annual Honors Convocation concluded the Senior’s last day of school. Mr. Falter, speech and drama coach, presented the students who won superior ratings at the District Speech Contest. Dave Chatelain presented Mr. Austin with the first place trophy which the speech students won at the Nebraska City Invitational Speech Contest. The one-act play was given special recognition as having won a superior rating. Miss Rudolph led her choir and small group to superior ratings at the District Music Contest. Concert choir. Mixed Ensemble, and Madrigals won group superiors. Roger Harms and Glenda Hunter were rated superior on solo work. Mr. Tolen presented Roger Harms with the Outstanding Band David Fisher. Bonnie Stemper, and Yorke Warden, members of Auburn’s Math Team. Member Award. The Concert Band also received a superior at contest. Mrs. Reeves’ business students-Lynn Johnson. Becky Kruger, Margaret McGough, Holly Fulton, Myrna Sierks, and Pat Engles- were given special proficiency awards in business education. Bonnie Stemper won the Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow Award by scoring highest on a written examination. The Pep Club sponsors awarded each senior Pep Club member a charm. High point class winners were recognized. They were Ann Magor Fresh., Emily Higgins Soph., Denise Gardner also a Soph., Becky Kruger Junior, and Debbie Skeen Senior. Basketball and football letters were presented at the convo as well as a third place trophy from the Ak-Sar-Ben Conference Basketball Tournament. Yorke Warden won the Outstanding Senior Football Player Award and Dennis Rippe received the Free Throw Plaque. Recipient of the Outstanding Wrestling Player Award was Rodney Groff. The golf team presented the first place Ak-Sar-Ben trophy to Mr. Austin. The Auburn High Math Team composed of Bonnie Stemper, Yorke Warden, and David Fisher placed in the top two per cent of our area. Bonnie Stemper was recognized as high individual scorer on the test. The highest scholastic honor is the Gold A-pin awarded to Seniors having honor roll status twice their Junior year and three times their Senior year. Eleven Seniors received this recognition and pin. 37 Cast gathers for Pre-performance - pcp talk by Mr. Falter. Donna Moody and Dave Fisher as two suspects arc interrogated by Dave Chatelain. Classic Mystery Drama Is Fall Play Offering Unsuspecting Doug Molsclaw is welcomed for an ill-fated weekend by his hostess Colleen Harris. The Mousetrap” a murder mystery by Agatha Christie was presented by Auburn High School on November 3, 1969 in the school auditorium. The play was the longest running production in English history, running for over nine years, plus a one night stand at A.H.S. The production, directed by Jeffrey Falter, took place during a blizzard in an English guest house belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Giles Ralston. As this same time in London a woman who had been convicted of ill treatment of her step-children, one of whom had died, was murdered. The murderer left a note at the scene of the crime with the music of “Three Blind Mice” and he indicated that this was the first of three murders. As the new guests begin arriving at the Ralston’s, it becomes obvious that the prospective victim and the murderer are stranded at the guest house. The play was highlited by a very surprise ending and, of course, by all around fine acting performances. The cast included Colleen Harris, Dave Holsclaw, Dave Chatelain, Doug Holsclaw, Kathie Bence, Craig Overbeck, Donna Moody, Dave Fisher, and John Crotty. 38 Gloria Obertneyer closes her eyes and tries to imagine Dave Hols-claw as handsome. It's the Firechief,” announces Dave Fisher as John Crotty starts looking for a fire. Becky Pasco gets help with her hair for her role in Apollo. One-Acts Offer Evening of Modern Comedy Two one-act plays, directed by Jeffrey Falter, were presented a as the all school spring play: ‘The Bald Soprano and Apollo” of Bellac.” ‘The Bald Soprano” cast included Kathie Bence, John Crotty, Dave Fisher, Roger Harms, Pat Patras, and Colleen Harris. Written by Eugene Ionesco, the play illustrates lack of communication in a theatre of the absurd style of comedy. ‘‘Apollo of Bellac” was performed by Dave Holsclaw, John Ely, Gloria Obermeyer. Tom Welch, Daryl Obermeyer, Becky Pasco, Virginia Broady, Doug Holsclaw, Kevin Casey, Brad Hahn, and John Chatelain. The romantic comedy deals with a young girl achieving success by appealing to the vanity found in all men. Robert Kipling? Rudyard Browning? How BIZARRE! 39 Betty Blankenship-Discussion Donna Moody and Rena Merritt give Dave Chatclain the third degree in this scene from ‘Turned Oak , the oral interpretation of drama entry. Speech Contestants Rate High at District The Speech and Drama department participated in two major contests the Nebraska City Invitational and the District Speech Contest held at Peru College. Auburn’s learn, directed by Jeffrey Falter, took the first place trophy at'Nebraska City and received many superior and excellent ratings. Kirk Kuwitzky was chosen to represent Auburn at the State Contest. Contestants who received superiors at District are pictured. Those who were also part of the team but not pictured are Ramona Gebers, Glenn Clements, and the one-act play which also received a superior at District. John Kly-T.V. News Patsy Stephens-Prose Dave Holsclaw Orig. Publ. Address Kirk Kuwitzky Inform. Publ. Address Kathie Bence-Interp. Publ. Address 40 Back Row: Jim Beatty, Yorke Warden. Bruce Sherman. Pat Tynon. Fourth Row: Ken Myers, Darrel Wininger, Craig Johnson, Mark Dc-Buhr, Tim Collin, Steve McIntyre, Mark Coatney, Dennis Brady, Steve Carver, Roybert Rose. Third Row: Dave Fisher, Art Herrera, Greg Hahn, Bob Hemmingsen, Tom Combs, Joe Harpham. Dave Adams. Harold Moore. Arnic Allgood, Dennis Rippe. Second Row: Jeff McMann. Dave Lammle, Rick Tuxhorn, Fritz Henning. Rodney Groff, Pat I ngles, Joe Ely, Daryl Wheeldon. Front Row: Steve Moody, Mickey Cook. Dwight Rogers. John Crotty, Tom Welch, John Whisler. Joe Moody, Kurt Kent. AHS Gridders have Successful Season: Senior Tri-Captains Provide Incentive Yorke Warden was a continual defensive statistic leader for the Bulldogs this year. Yorkc’s fine ability and leadership skill helped make the 1969 Bulldogs the team they were. Tom Welch was selected to the All-Conference team in the Ak-Sar-Ben Conference as a back. Tom provided fine leadership for the Bulldogs all season. Jim Beatty was a three-year letterman and was also a leader on the defensive charts. Jim had the respect of his teammates which helped to make him the good leader he was. 42 All Conference awards given by Coach Shoff to Tom Welch, Kurt Kent, Dennis Rippe, Dennis Brady, and Bruce Sherman. Exceed Expectations The Auburn High Varsity, with one of the smallest teams turned out in years, overcame that obstacle to compile a 5-3-1 record. An extremely tough defense was credited with much of the Bulldog success. While they kept the score down and the pressure on the other team, the Red offense used a combined air and ground attack to average 14 points a game to the opponents eight. The Bulldogs placed a total of five men on its two all conference teams. Fullback Dennis Brady, sticky Bulldog guard Kurt Kent, and defensive tackle Bruce Sherman were named outstanding in both the Twin Rivers and Ak-Sar-Ben conferences with defensive backs Tom Welch and Dennis Rippe also named to the latter list. Brady, Kent, Sherman, and Rippe will all be back next year, and they along with 24 returning lettermen will form what looks to be a Bulldog powerhouse. Brady pushes on through mud to gain ground. 43 The Bulldog offense pushes toward another winning touchdown. Hemmingsen drives for more yardage. 44 On the sidelines Joe Ely watches as the defensive team takes over. McIntyre lunges over for a touchdown. Hahn guards the ball to safety. A quick offensive play by Tynon helps to gain yardage. 45 Back Row. Gary Hamann, Jeff McMann, Craig Johnson. Dennis Joe Harpham. Dave Lammle. Front Row: Kenny Myers, John Whis- Rippe, Art Herrera, Pat Engles, Darrell Wininger, Dave Adams. Roy- |er, Rodney Groff, Bob Hemmingsen. Steve Moody. Joe Moody, bert Rose, Greg Lokie, Scott Riddlcmoser. Row Two: Tom Combs, Steve Carver, Mark Coatney. Harold Moore, Mark DeBuhr, Tim Collin. Steve McIntyre, Joe Ely, Reserves and Frosh Go Undefeated The Auburn High Reserve football team racked up its second straight undefeated season this year, compiling a fine 5-0 record. Under Coach Leo Dietrich, the JV’s added to the bright football prospects for the next few years by displaying a high-geared offense which racked up 201 points, an average of 40.1 points a game. This coupled with a stingy defense led to a successful year. The Bulldog Frosh under Coach Chuck Stoner completed their second straight undefeated season with a 4-0 record. The frosh also used a very potent offensive machine to over-power their opponents. With the characteristically tough defense keeping the enemy off the scoreboard, the frosh completed their season in fine fashion, adding to the bright future for Bulldog gridders. Back Row: Ron Wagner, Dan Snodgrass, John Coatney, Brad Holding, Brett Bence, Ken l ike. Bill Kruger, George Grafton, Chuck Kmpc. Row Two: Neil Cook, Rich Tynon, Mark Andrew, Brad Hahn, Dave Stemper, Terry Clifton. Ken Hcidzig, Jim Kite. Front Row: Curtis Hunter, Mitehel l urnas, Larry Cole, Dennis Wininger, Pat Bassingcr. Johnny DcF'reece, Terry Richards. Bobby Potter. 46 Back Row: Kirk Kuwitzky, Scott McKercher, Dennis Thomas, Charles Fox. Front Row: Tracy Kuwitzky, Eric Peters, Jim Taylor, John Wolcott. Cross-Country Has Improved Year The 1969 cross-country team showed promise this year, winning two duals. Coached by Leroy Boilsen, they had five lettermen with four of them coming back next year. Coach LeRoy Boilsen discusses race strategy. 47 Back Row: Coach Dietrich, Jay Whisler. Steve Leslie, Jim Kite. John DeFreece, Jim Nincehelser, Jeff Whisler. Mitch Furnas. Harry Sweet, Coach Shoff. Row Two: Steve Oakley. Ralph Andrew. Rich Tynon, Rich Carr. Bruce Sherman, Arnic Allgood, Randy Jensen. Duane King, Tracy Kuwitzky, George Grafton. Front Row: Jeff Mc-Mann, Daryl Wheeldon. John Whisler, John Coatney. Rodney Groff, Steve Garvcr, Jim Taylor, Chuck Knipe, Brad Holding. Co-Captains John Whisler and Daryl Wheeldon were elected by their fellow grapplers to lead them through the season. Coach Dietrich and Auburns's representatives in the state tourney laugh it up while waiting for their matches. 48 Bfjd Holding. Ak-Sar-Ben and Twin Rivers Conference and district Rodney Groff and John Whisler relax at the state tourney, champion at 98 pounds, maintains control in a dual with Falls City. The 1969-70 wrestling team had their best season ever, sending six men to the state tourney: Brad Holding, Jim Taylor, Rodney Groff, John Coatney, John Whisler, and Bruce Sherman. The AHS grapplers were 9-1 in dual competition, and won the Twin-Rivers and District Championships. The Bulldogs ranked eighth in the state in Class B, which is the highest any team from the eastern half of the state had ever ranked. Coached by Leo Dietrich, who was assisted by Lew Shoff, and captained by Daryl Wheeldon and John Whisler, the wrestlers showed a lot of pride and worked hard to gain their high ranking. Things look even better for next year because the whole squad will be back for more action. Wrestlers Are 8th in State: Have Best Year Ever Coach Leo Dietrich receives the district championship trophy. 49 Bruce Sherman works for a pin in the Ak-Sar-Ben tournament in Sophomore Jeff McMann tries to stay on top of his I alls City op- Nebraska City. ponent. Twin-Rivers Conference champ Rod Groff tries to hook his way to a pin. 50 m 1 i oacn uankenbnng with Student Manager Ken Myers and squad: Dennis Brady, Dave Laramie, Joe Moody, Bruce Schneider, Jerry Damme. Craig Overbcck, Keith Biere.Greg Hahn. Bob Hemmingsen. Jim Beatty, Dennis Rippe, Pat Tynon. Joe Moody. Bob Hemmingsen, Dennis Rippe. Jerry Damme, and Greg Hahn break back to the bench after being introduced at the district tournament. Year: Finish 9-9 The Auburn High School Varsity Basketball Team went through the 1969-70 basketball season with its ups and downs, finishing with a 9-9 record. Everything looks up for next year, though, with six returning lettermen. Greg Hahn, sophomore team scoring leader, was selected by conference coaches to both the Ak-Sar-Ben and Twin Rivers all-conference teams. Senior Jerry Damme was selected to the Ak-Sar-Ben Conference all-tourney team at the conference tournament at Ralston in January. Bulldogs Have Building 51 Schneider and Hemmingsen battle under the boards for a rebound. Jerry Damme arches one over his falls City opponent. Craig Overbcck drives for a basket against falls City. Greg Hahn sets for a shot against Southern. 52 All eyes are up as Jim Beatty shoots a free throw against Papillion in the Ak-Sar-Ben tournament. Reserves Have Good Season The 1969-70 Reserves had the best season Coach Larry Curnes has had since coming to Auburn. They finished with a fine 12-2 record. A fine scoring team, they averaged 59.5 points a game. This years reserves should fit in with the returning lettermen from this years varsity to form a very good varsity next year. Back Row: Student Manager Mark Coatncy. Pat Engles, Joe Ely, Gary Kuhlman, John Ely, Coach Larry Curnes. Front Row: Darrell Winingcr, Tim Collin. Dave Adams, Dennis Thomas, Jim Vosbcrg. John Wolcott. S3 Coach Larry Curncs, Dave Lammlc.and John Wolcott look on dur- Pat Engles shoots a crucial foul shot during the Tecumseh reserve ing the I alls City B Team game. game. Freshman Squad Shows Promise Back Row: Student Managers Robbie Giesecke and Jim Hinds, Bill Kruger. Brad Hahn. Dave Stemper. John Osborne. I red I ggert. Coach Stoner. Front Row: Doug Hurt. Terry Richards, Bob Potter. The 1969-70 Frosh had a 6-3 record this year under Coach Chuck Stoner. They placed third in the Plattsmouth Freshman Invitational Tourney and all in all had a good season, showing promise for years to come. Dennis Winmger. Larry Cole. Pat Bassinger. Dan Snodgrass. Ron Wagner. 54 Back Row: Coach Marvin Gerdes, Doug Hurt, Kirby Bchrends, John Ely, Bill Kruger. front Dave Lammle tries to drop that birdie putt. Row: Jim Vosbcrg, Jim Taylor, Kurt Kent, Dave Lammle. Golfers Win Ak-Sar-Ben Tourney Again The 1970 golf team had its ups and downs as they lost their first dual meet in several years. They did, however, win the Ak-Sar-Ben Conference championship meet held in Auburn. Led by two-year lettermen Kurt Kent and Dave Lammle, the Bulldogs added experience with two more lettermen, Jim Taylor and Jim Vosberg. first-year letterman Jim Taylor concentrates on an approach shot. Kurt Kent tees off on Number One. Sophomore Jim Vosberg gets ready to chase another drive in the rough. 55 Back Row: Bob Giesecke. George Grafton. Joe Fly. Bruce Schneider, Greg Hahn, Randy Jensen, Joe Harpham, Coach Stoner, Coach Shoff, Coach Dankenbring. Row Two: Roybert Rose. John Wolcott, Dennis Rippe, Steve Garver. Yorke Warden, Ken Myers, Gene Trip- tow, Darrell Wininger, Arnie Algood. Front Row: Dennis Brady, Mickey Cook, Dennis Thomas, John Whislcr. Tim Collin. Mark Coat-ncy, Greg Lokie, Dave Adams, Scott McKerchcr. Best Track Season in Several Years The Auburn High Thinclads went through the best track season in recent years, with team members setting several new school records. Yorke Warden, team captain and state meet qualifier, tied or broke every school record in both the high and low hurdles. The two mile relay team consistently lowered its time during the season and set several new records. Greg Hahn qualified for the state meet for the second year in a row, as the lanky sophomore again represented AHS in the Class B high jump. 56 Tim Collin and Bruce Schneider work on exchanges for their 880 relay team. Greg Hahn rolls over the bar in the form that sent him to the state tournament two years in a row. 57 Dave Adams, Scott McKercher. John Wolcott, and Dennis Brady run Mickey Cook works on his form over the low hurdles, intervals in practice. Back Row: Coach Chuck Stoner, John Osborne, Terry Clifton, Brad Dave Stemper. Front Row: Ron Wagner. Dennis Wininger, Rich Ty- Hahn. George Grafton, Manager Bob Giesecke. Middle Row: John non, Jim Kite, Steve Leslie, Brad Holding. DeFrcece, Eric Peters, Doug Crotty, Mark Andrew, Pat Bassingcr, 58 Members of the board of education evaluate progress on construction of the new high school. School Board and Administration Meet Challenges in 1969-70 The Board of Education is an elected body of the school district. Its duties include hiring the faculty and administration, and drawing up the annual budget. Additional responsibilities this year have been plans and purchases for the new high school under construction. Members of the 1969-1970 school board are Mr. Ross Adams, Mr. Albert Brady, Mr. Dick Hahn, Jr., Mr. Robert Hemmingsen, Dr. B. F. Mowery, and Dr. Paul Scott. President of the school board Dick Hahn. Jr. finds that he is called on often during the year to make informal speeches, such as this one at the down-town homecoming rally. 40 Mr. Marvin Gerdes, Principal, can be found every morning at the main entrance greeting students and faculty. Secretary at the high school Mrs. Margaret Damme sees to it that everything runs smoothly in the office. Superintendent of Schools Albert ( Austin is asked to accept, in behalf of the school, trophies won by various competitive groups. At the annual honors convocation he receives a speech and dramatics trophy from DaveChat-elain. 61 Mr. Dan Lcuenberger Math and Science Mr. Kenneth Hutton Mr. John Wetenkamp Miss Wilda King 62 Mrs. Caroline AUen Mrs. Hilda Hector English and Foreign Language Mrs. Frances Rarick Mrs. Sharon Pamsh 63 Miss Kathleen Rudolph Mr. Gary Tolen Fine Arts Mr. Paul Fell 64 Mr. Gerald Beery Mr. LeRoy Boilscn Mrs. Marcia Reeves Vocational Education Mrs. Gwen Vaughn 65 Mr. John Patras Social Studies Mr. Ted Russ Mr. Larry Dankenbring 66 Mrs. Helen Nixon, Librarian Mr. Larry Cumes, Guidance Mrs. Karen Berry, School Nurse Mr. Michael Zinn, Special hducation mu mmm 67 Mr. Lew Shoff Mrs. Peggy Johnson Physical Education Mr. and Mrs. Oestmann and Mr. Shocmakc 68 Custodians STUDENTS Class of ’73 Shows Promising Future I-reshman class officers try out their new lockers. SAB Doug Hols claw. Secretary Connie Ed wards, Vice President Dennis Wininger, President Brad Hahn, SAB Laurie Red fern, and Treasurer Linda Darling. Jolcne Adams Steve Adams Nancy Allgood Mark Andrew Ralph Andrew Vicky Andrew Roland Barrett Pat Bassinger Jim Beard Brett Bence Sandy Bohling Kevin Casey 70 Janette Catlett John Coatney Larry Cole Neil Cook Philip Daniels Terry Gifton Valerie Coatney Wanda Conn Doug Crotty Linda Darling Doug struggles with notes on the Trojan Sandy searches for her thread in Home War. Ec. I. Novice stenos Patty and Connie drill each day in Typing 1 Class. 71 Johnny Defreece Darrell Fass Robert Giesecke Kathryn Duncan Kenneth Fike George Grafton Connie Edwards Mitchel Furnas Brad Hahn Fred Eggert Janet Genoa Gary Hamann Mike Ely Debbie Gerdes Patty Harpham Participating in the Nebraska City Invitational Math Contest were B. Bence, D. Crotty, R. BarTett, sponsor Mr. Leuenberger, B. Holding and L. Redfem. Serious concentration pays off for Ann during an English 9 Test. 72 Karlenc Harris Nancy Hart wig Kenneth Heidzig Marsha Henne Kathy Heskett Jim Hinds Brad Holding Doug Holsclaw Sharon Horr Curtis Hunter Doug Hurt Joe Johnson Jim Kite Alan Kleckinger Chuck Knipe Clara Knootz Bill Kruger Tracy Kuwitzky Daniel Lafave Jerry Lee Steve Leslie James Littlejohn Pam Lokie David Lunzmann Patricia McConnell 73 Ann Magor David Osborne Barbie Pasco Gail Mayberry John Osborne Cindy Peters Jerrilynne Moore Lois Overbeck Eric Peters Bobby Potter tackles his assignment in earth science. Jeannie Myler Greg Palmer Bonnie Pike Melody Pugh Bill Reeves Gloria Obermeyer Kenny Palmer Connie Pike Laurie Redfern Terry Richards Michael Osborne Hcyc Pardc Sandy Probasco Donna Reeves Scott Riddlemoser 74 Susan Rogge Thomas Rus Cynthia Sanders Laura Saycr John Simpson Daniel Snodgrass David Stemper Delilah Stevens Mick Stoddard Tim Thomas Richard Tynon Randy Uribe Bob Giesecke and Larry Cole work hard to complete their shop projects. 75 Ronnie Wagner Joy Welch Peggy Williams Dennis Winingcr Elaine Walker Michael Whitlow Mary Ann Wilson Joyce Wojdyla Valeric Coatney and Patricia McConnell hope Emily Post isn’t around. Roland Barrett displays emotion about scraping his plate. 76 Shelly Able Dave Adams Pam Allgood Cinny Aulenkamp Von Bachle Tom Banks Mike Bassinger Christine Berger Sophomores Slip into A.H.S. Routine; Not Old or New Susan Bierc Lynn Blccha Maine Bohling Harry Bowman Barbara Brady Virginia Broady Jenny Brogard Terry Cade 77 Debbie Catlett John Chatclain Jane Clark John Gark Tim Collin Tom Combs Lana Coulter Debbie Ebeler John Ely Jody Erisman Lavern Fass Dave Flies Susan Fox Julie Gaines Denise Gardner Mark Coatney demonstrates his knowledge and skill in Geometry. Mark, like several other sophomores, took both Geometry and Algebra II courses. 78 Jcanie Trojan, enrolled in one of the Home Economics classes, works on a sewing project. Raylene Gentert Bill Gfellcr Danny Gould Greg Hahn Arnclda Harms Joe Harpham Lili Jo Harpham Bob Hemmingsen Rhonda Heridford Emilyn Higgins Paul Janousek Brad Johnson Tom Johnson Harold King 79 Rick Knapp Stephen Kniffen Gary Kuhlman Donna Durrclmeyer Greg Lokie Lee Lynch Willie McCue Dianne McCullough Steve McIntyre Scott McKercher Jeff McMann Alan McVay Dennis Meyer Harold Moore Debbie Mowery Kenny Myers Cathy Nincehclscr John Oakley Dennis Rippc Dennis Roach 80 Sophomores on the Go with Bio Dave Wilhelm and Dennis Volk man carry on a conversation with a visitor to the Biology lab. He was present during a study on frog anatomy. Christine Berger examines her frog. “Open wide”! Jim Robbins Steven Rogge Dennis Salisbury Peggy Sayer Rhonda Sayer Michele Sierks Jim Slagle Joanna Sweet Kathie Taylor Dennis Thomas Jeannie Trojan Pat Trojan Ann Vaughan Dennis Vollcman Mary Volkman Jim Vosberg John NVhisler Dave Wilhelm Carol Wojdyla Sheila Wolfe Sophomores Debbie Ebclcr and Ginnic Aufenkamp show one of the many uses of our library-reading magazines. Some sophomore World History students look on as Jim Vosberg points out several countries on the map of Europe. 82 Sophomores Sponsor Annual Easter Convocation Acolytes Dennis Thomas and Dennis Rippe The annual Easter Convocation was sponsored again this year by the sophomore class. Held on March 26, it was the last event before dismissal for spring vacation. Class sponsors Mrs. Hector and Mr. Hutton held to plan the convocation along with the class officers. The program consisted of an address by Mr. Maynard Rippe, a piano solo The Holy City by John Chatelain, and a vocal solo sung by Lynn Blecha entitled “Alleluia”. Mr. Rippe chose as his topic “A Changeless God in a Changing World.” 83 The sophomore class officers traditionally took part in the service. Greg Hahn, the class president, introduced the speaker. Dennis Rippc. vice president, along with Dennis Thomas, treasurer, were acolytes this year. Jody Krisman and Maine Bohling offered the opening and closing prayers. Jody is the class' SAB representative and Elaine held the position of secretary. John Whisler, SAB. read the scripture. Lynn Blecha sang a vocal solo entitled Alleluia . She wasaccom- tk. _ . , . , .. . . . kk cu i The other musical part of the program was a piano solo by John panted by Debbie Ebeler. . . . ... . . ' ,, . ________________________________________________Chatelain. His selection was The Holy City . 84 Junior class officers: Deb Clifton, S.A.B.; Darrell Wininger, Sec.; Kirk Kuwitzky, President; Rodney Groff, S.A.B.; Pat Patras, Vice-President; and Janet Nixon, Trcas. have a big decision in selecting class rings. Juniors Dig Into Active Year Shirley Adams Arnie Allgood Phil Allgood Sally Allgood Chuck Austin Debbie Ballue Kirby Behrends Kathie Bence Dennis Blount Dennis Brady 85 Jackie Breazife Rich Carr Debra Clifton Allison Cole Keith Conn Gene Compton Kay Cowan Marie Dean A1 DeBuhr Mark DeBuhr Denise Elliott Joe Ely Janet Nixon and Colleen Harris work on art projects in Lab 5. Daryl Whceldon applies his skill and imagination in creating this string abstract. 86 Pat Engles Charles Fox Tyrone Furnas Steve Garver Bruce Gerdes Jackie Gfeller Rodney Groff Jackie Hager Colleen Harris Debra Harris Janice Henning Lana Henry Two new-comers to Auburn this year, Connie Pokrant and Randy Jensen, assist each other in the chemistry lab. Daryl Winninger, Connie Pokrant, Ernestine Schlangc, Kathleen Rogge and Sally Allgood strive for accuracy in their experiments. 87 Back Row: Art Herrera, Daryl Wheeldon, Darrell Winiger, Pat Engles. Fourth Row: Steve Carver, Roybcrt Rose, Dennis Brady, Dave Hols-claw. Third Row: Arnie Allgood, Pat Tynon, Ginger Swinney, Becky Kruger. Second Row: Barb Sullivan, Judi Whistler, Becky Pasco. Front Row: Connie Pokrant, Cynthia Redfcrn, Margaret McGough. Juniors Participate in County Government Day Eighteen juniors from Auburn High School took part in County Government Day,sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary, and the American Legion. It was held at the Nemaha County Courthouse on October 16, 1969. Students filed certificates of election and took oaths of office following registration. They then met with their respective county officials for study of their duties. Later the Juniors were the guests of the Legion at a dinner at Arbor Manor. Art Herrera Kirk Holt Nancy Heskett Carolyn Hurt Glenda Hillers Randy Jensen Linda HiOers Kurt Kent David Holsclaw Frances Kite 88 Becky Kruger Kirk Kuiwitzky Dave Lammle Ron Lot ter Allen Malsbury Margaret McGough Joe Moody Steve Moody Nicky Moore Peggy Niebrugge Janet Nixon Becky Pasco Tyrone F'urnas and Bruce Gcrdes enjoy themselves as they clean chemistry equipment during seventh period studyhaU. 89 Pat Patras Connie Pokrant Cynthia Redfern Dwight Rogers Kathleen Rogge Randy Rohrs Roybert Rose Don Rus Bob Sherman Bruce Sherman Becky Shoemake Rhonda Shoemake Service with a smile! Juniors Debbie Clifton and Debbie Ballue wait on Rick Tuxhorn at the concession stand. 90 Jody Siegner Judy Simms Peggy Simms Lorna Sit her wood Richard Skeen Carl Stevenson Lambert Sticrs Barb Sullivan Ginger Swinney Jim Taylor Gene Triptow Pat Tynon Amic AUgood works enthusiastically at the juniors concession stand to help pay for the banquet. Becky Pasco enjoys working at the stand during a basketball game. 91 Gary Vickers Pat Weisbrook Judy Whisler Darrell Wininger Gary Weers Daryl Wheeldon Meriellcn Wilson John Wolcott Speech student Cynthia Redfern attempts to better her grade by “volunteering” for stage crew duties. Girls P. E. classes met at the bowling center for instructions. Ginger Swinney shows the form she used to roll a high game of 199. 92 Seniors Declare Graduation Is “Not the Sunset, Just the Dawning.” Leroy Able Beth Applegate Richard Andrew Vincent Anderson Pamela Bcrgmann Keith Bicrc Betty Blankenship Bill BohBng Harry Bridgmon Steve Broady David Chatelain Nancy Clark 93 Seniors Face the Dawning of a New Decade Senior class officers, Glenn Clements, David Fisher, John Crotty, Dave Chatelain, Kathy Edwards, and Jackie Shew fight litter on Earth Day. The activities of the senior class throughout the year were headed by officers Glenn Clements, Pres.; John Crotty, Vice Pres.; Kathy Edwards, Sec.; Dave Fisher, SAB; Jackie Shew, SAB; and class sponsors Gerald Beery and Marcia Reeves. Activities of the class included making a donation for a sign for the new high school with money received from the annual spring play; selling popcorn during football and basketball games; participating in American Education Week by teaching various classes on “student teacher day”; and sponsoring a class picnic held at Wau-bonsie State Park after the conclusion of the school year. 94 David F isher Connie Fritsch Holly Fulton Debbie Gaines Ramona Gebcrs Larainc Gerdes Ronald Gibbs Rita Goering Ann Grafton Roger Harms Wayne Hart Fritz Henning 95 Seniors Fill Teachers' Shoes for a Day Iris Holtzman Catherine Hummel Glenda Hunter Lynn Johnson Linda King Wanda King Pam Lewis Jillaine McCord Mike Magor Rena Meritt Donna Moody Kathleen Mowery Marcia Myers Anne Nincehelser Carla Nincehelser Linda Nincehelser Daryl Obermeyer Susan Oestmann Craig Overbeck Carolyn Pardc Rodney Pebley Carole Rarick Cathy Richards Rhonda Rohrs Diane Salisbury Terry Sapp Ernestine Schlange Bruce Schneider Deborah Sears Rita Scid Jacqueline Shew Myrna Sierks 98 Steve Slater Patsy Stephens Linda Vickers Laurie Vosberg Optimistic seniors fill out graduation announcements in February. Fritz and Carla are never too pooped to pop. Dcbby Skeen Rick Tuxhorn Jr. Simpson Bonnie Stemper Tom Welch Nancy Wagner Sharon Wilhelm Yorke Warden Beverly Wist Rita Weimer Nancy Yates Debbie, Nancy, and Pam relax after a strenuous hike through the park. Hungry seniors dig into lunch after an active day at Waubonsie. 100 With mixed emotions the senior class awaits the presentation of diplomas. Eighty-One Seniors Receive Diplomas at Eighty First Graduation Baccalaureate services were held Sunday evening May 24 in the high school auditorium. The program began with the senior class processional accompanied by Wilda King. The invocation and scripture were given by Reverend William L. Jurgens. The selection “Sound the Trumpet” was sung by the senior boys quintet composed of Glenn Clements, Dave Chatelain, John Crotty, Roger Harms, and David Fisher with Pam Bergman as accompanist. The meditation entitled “Most Likely to Succeed” was presented by Reverend Gordon Patterson. The benediction by Reverend Jurgens and the recessional concluded the impressive ceremony. Valedictorian Roger Harms speaks on the “Class of ‘70-Dawning of a Decade. Salutatorian Bonnie Stemper addresses the class on ‘‘A Long Night’s Journey Into Light. 101 The senior graduates listen attentively to their valedictorian speaker. Graduates Face Future Without Hesitation The Commencement exercises for Auburn High School’s class of 1970 were held May 26 in the football stadium. Following the invocation by Glenn Clements, the senior choir sang “Fill the World With Love.” Student addresses were given by valedictorian Roger Harms and salutatorian Bonnie Stemper. Principal Marvin Gerdes presented the many honors, scholarships, and awards. Superintendent Albert Austin presented the class for diplomas which were awarded by Dick Hahn. Jr. The benediction was given by John Crotty ending the program. Senior National Honor Society members receive special recognition. 102 The final moments of graduation draw near as John Crotty gives the benediction. Many scholarships, grants, honors, and awards were presented by Principal Marvin Gerdes during the Commencement exercises. Senior members Pam Bergmann, Glenn Clements, John Crotty, David Fisher, Roger Harms, Carole Rarick. Dianne Salisbury. Bonnie Stemper, and Yorke Warden of the National Honor Society were introduced. Glenn Clements received the Vergil L. Lehr Memorial Scholarship and an educational grant from Nebraska Wesleyan University. The Wesleyan Achievement Scholarship was awarded to Betty Blankenship. John Crotty was awarded a one-year University of Nebraska Regents Scholarship. Betty Blankenship, David Fisher, Roger Harms, Susan Oestmann, Craig Overbeck, and Bonnie Stemper were Regents alternate winners. The Ralph Darling Memorial Scholarship was received by Jerry Damme. Roger Harms received the Irvin Scholarship Grant, and Alpha Beta Gamma Scholarship, and University of Nebraska Advanced Placement Honors in English, Psychology, and Chemistry. Diane Salisbury was awarded the Auburn Kiwanis Club Scholarship. The Auburn Chamber of Commerce Vocational Scholarship went to Laraine Gerdes as well as the Rural Rehabilitation Endowment Grant. Pam Bergmann was awarded the North- Thc Senior Choir inspires their audience with the song “l-'ill the World With Love.” west Missouri State College Collegiate Scholarship and first place in the Nebraska City Elks Most Valuable Student Contest. Third place went to Bonnie Stemper. Peru State College scholarships were awarded to Debbie Gaines, Fritz Henning, Rena Meritt, and Bonnie Stemper. Yorke Warden received the Bausch Lomb Honorary Science Award. The Fine Arts Scholarship Grant was received by David Chate-lain. First place in the local Elks Youth Leadership Contest and first place in the East Nebraska Area Youth Leadership Contest were won by Carole Rarick. Daryl Obermeyer won the Bond Kennedy Gold Star Scholarship. National Math Contest honors recognition were received by Yorke Warden, Bonnie Stemper, and David Fisher. The Doane College Scholarship was awarded to Laurie Vosberg. Linda Nince-helser and Fritz Henning won the Peru VFW Scholarships. David Fisher was awarded an Air Force ROTC Scholarship and the Men’s Scholarship Hall Award from the University of Kansas. The Auburn High School Student Council Scholarship went to Jackie Shew. The Lester F. Mann-schreck Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Beth Apple-gate. Donna Moody received the Auburn Education Association Scholarship. Auburn High School Honor Scholarship Awards for the top 10 per cent of the graduating class went to Pam Bergmann. Betty Blankenship, Glenn Clements, John Crotty, David Fisher, Roger Harms, Dianne Salisbury, Bonnie Stemper. and Laurie Vosberg. The senior class of 1970 has reached the first plateau in their pathway of life. They now seek new challenges-new horizons for the future. As seniors they realize that they must not lose what they have accomplished: They must not turn their backs on their family, their church, or their community, but they must face the challenge-the challenge brought forth by a real world. It will be up to them: it will be their responsibility to become the leaders of tomorrow, to solve our pressing problems, and to promote their ideas and ideals. As the senior class marches together for the last time, they will be looking ahead toward the future, and looking back, not without sadness as the many happy times they shared together as a class. The halls of Auburn High will no longer echo with the footsteps of the class of ’70, but the memories and examples that they left behind will long remain. 103 Although this year followed a familiar pattern of previous years, it was unique. The experiences and memories of the 1969-1970school year are now recorded in the 1970 BULLDOG. 104