Barstow School - Weathercock Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 182 of the 1951 volume:

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Independence, M0 64055 September ll - September 21 - October ll - October 25 - October 26 - October 27 - October 28 - October 30 - November 3 - November 7 - November 8 - November 11- November 13- November 17 - November 20 - November 22-27 December 7- December 7-8 - December 19 - December 20 - lanuary 3 - Ianuary 13 - lanuary 20-27 - February 6 - February 14 - February 17 - February 23 - February 28 - March 5 - March 7 - March 10 - March 16 - March 20 - April 3 - April 12 - April 14 - April 14 - April 21 - April 23 - April 27 - May 8 - May 12 - May 12 - May 15 - May 26 - Iune 3 - Iune 7 - l MID-CONTINENT PUBLIC LIBRARY lllllllllljlllwllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll i950-1951 Opening Assembly Tradition Supper Silver Exhibit at Art Gallery Mr. Goode from Rollins College Assembly: Miss Boynton of Bennington College Sophomore Dance at Barstow Freshman Dance at Pem-Day Hallowe'en Play Contest Assembly: Miss Sue Cooke, Middlebury College Assembly :Miss Sally Olmstead of Sarah Lawrence Special Assembly: Dean Sherman of Radcliffe Dorm Dance - Decoration money to Community Chest Father-Daughter Dinner Special Assembly: President Blanding of Vassar Assembly: President Henry T. Moore of Skidmore Thanksgiving Vacation Assembly: Miss Carroll and Miss Beecher of Bennett l. C. Barstow-Pem-Day Production of Arsenic and Old Lace Christmas Music Christmas Breakfast- French Service and Vacation Back to Classes! Weather-Cock Fair and Dance Mid-term Exams Mardi Gras Freshman-Sophomore Play Contest Valentine Informal Dance Gerald Kemner, pianist, and Margaret Broderson, contralto Knave of Hearts Assembly: Mrs. Crawford of Smith Athletic Banquet Sophomore Dance at Sunset Shreds and Patches - Operetta by Glee Club Miss Weltmer of Branifi Miss Clapp of Wellesley La Fiesta Spring Dance Play Day at Sunset 6th and 7th Play Day Miss Crosby of Katherine Gibbs School Glee Club Concert with Pem-Day Senior Day Sophomore Mixer at Pem-Day Freshman-Senior Picnic at Saddle and Sirloin Club Field Day Midsummer Night's Dream by Pretenders Eaccalaurate at St. Andrews Commencement - Pomp and Circumstance . -4- We, the staff of '51, Are trying through this book To show the life of Barstow girls And also how they look. The classes, clubs, the faculty, Traditions we hold dear, The sports, the arts, the friendships true- Yes, all are pictured here. Now we, the staff of '51, Present to '52, The hours of toil, the hours of fun- And all good luck to you. Debbie Arthur Assistant Editor The T951 Weather-Cock ..5.. 1 For guidance, care and interest Which you have shown this year . . For all the patience and the time You took to make things clear . . . For all the times you've been with us Ancl for the coming years .... For the different things you've done for us We thank you, Mr. Sears. For all the memories we have now And all the joys we knew . . . . For all these things, we dedicate Our Weather-Cock to you. 6- All of us are indeed happy to welcome back THE WEATHER-COCK after an interlude of several years. Its reappearance is the result of the combined efforts of many. Especially would I commend Mrs. Cowan, the faculty adviser, and the senior members of the staff. Yearbooks, l need scarcely tell you, have a habit of being preserved and they come to be cherished as their possessors grow older. lt gives me pause to reflect that in the year 2000 most of you will still be spry and vigorous old ladies who will, while rummaging through dusty trunks in your attic, find your yearbook and possibly read these slight words. May I say that what we know of you and your potentialities now makes me very confident that Barstow and your country will have occasion to be proud of the record of contribution and responsibility which you will create during the next half century. I greet you all with affection now: I reflect with pride on what you will become. Richard H. Sears Headmaster ..7.. Jg ggmlgge 0!gaMfowanJ.9f5 Liinuulerfi ' Sixty-seven years ago two intrepid young New Eng- landers, just graduated from Wellesley, founded a private school for girls in Kansas City. That school is flourishing today and from its inception has been considered, both in this region and in the East, one of the city's most im- portant assets. The names of these young women were Ada Brann and Mary Louise Barstow. Ot the two adventurers, Miss Brann was the leader and had a very remarkable personality. To begin with she was beautiful and fascinating. Her golden brown hair was thick and wavy. l-fer large violetfgray eyes were fringed with black lashes. The eyebrows were dark and perfectly penciled. Her skin was a creamy white, and all her features were finely molded. There was a delicate grace about her movements, which were accentuated by the clothes she woreealways of black and of some softly B.A. Wellesley flowing material made to suit her own style perfectly. Her manner was gracious yet somewhat aloof, and there hung about her an air of mystery that rendered even more enchanting the impression she made upon the upper school girls, who worshipped at her shrine. They worshipped from afar, however, for they feared her displeasure-a displeasure which found expression in the delicately barbed but terribly potent sarcasm of which she was complete mistress. She would have no foolishness. Her mind was brilliant and original, and she was a born teacher. There seemed to be no subject from mathematics to literature, including the classics, that she did not have at her fingers' ends. She brooked no interference, knew exactly what she intended to do, and there was no disturbance of any kind by any pupil in her presence. Miss Barstow in those early years was petite, alert, and active. Contrary to Miss Brann, she was tailor-made and always dressed in the current mode. Everything about her was trim and trig. Her hair, her chief beauty, was a curly ash-blond. Her face was broad, her mouth, large. ln her dark blue eyes there lurked a twinkle, which would disappear into a frown at any misconduct in the class room. As she grew older, she grew handsome. She gained much becoming weight. Her curly hair took on an added beauty as it whitened. Her face was of the type that stays full and unlined into age. Her carriage was erect, her manner urbane, and as she always dressed elegantly and appropriately, she presented a very dignified and impressive appearance. Although the strictest of disciplinarians, she had a delightful sense of humor and a natural geniality. She loved young children, and they returned her affection. She was extremely interested in the outdoor sports and games and in all the extra-curricular activities. Like Miss Brann she was a born teacher, although her field was limited to Latin and Greek. She demanded hard, accurate work. Not a point in grammar should be overlooked-not a form, not a construction. Every quality in parody should be accounted for. Yet with all this grind, she made the subjects alive and interesting. One entered into the spirit of the age and became the personal friend of the authors. Even Caesar, completely panoplied, as he is, in direct discourse, seemed real, living, a wonderful and dynamic character. Very little authentic or detailed information is now available as to why these two young women chose as a location for their school a spot regarded at that time by most citizens living east of the Appalachians as a crude, wild area, peopled largely by cowboys and Indians, Und Wl'1OllY lacking in social amenities or cultural interests. It has been said, however, that Mrs. Willard R. Douglass Q01 -3- Miss Brann, who was graduated a year before Miss Barstow, ventured out here to teach in a small private school, which seems to have gone out' of existence soon afterward. Be that as it may, Miss Brann discovered a very different Kansas City from the prevailing New England conception. She found an enterprising, young town in the midst of a big boom, Its leading citizens were cultured and traveled. The finest theatrical companies with famous American and European stars gave frequent performances at the leading theater. Opera flourished. There was an unusual number of excellent bookstores and many literary clubs, The idea of a future art institute was beginning to germinate. The public school, however, left much to be desired, and many people were eager to have at home a really fine school for their daughter-a school which could give them not only a thorough cultural education from the primary grades on but could also prepare them for the big eastern colleges, where more and more girls were beginning to go. Influenced by these favorable conditions as urged undoubtedly by those whose acquain- tance and friendship she had gained during her stay, Miss Brann finally decided to make the venture. In the following fall she returned from the East with her close friend Miss Barstow, just graduated, as her co-principal and financial partner in the enterprise, and backed by a number of the leading citizens. Miss Brann's school for Girls made its appear- ance in a former dwelling house near the corner of Twelfth Street and Broadway, where the Fairfax Arms now stands. From this beginning the inner history of the school has flowed on in a continuous stream, according to the ideals and policies of its founders, but the outer history divided itself into three periods. During the first phase of its existence, which lasted some fifteen or sixteen years, the school, always known as Miss Brann's, occupied three sites, all within the same block. lt quickly outgrew the first one on Broadway and was transferred to two adjacent buildings, part of a row of houses directly west of Grace and Holy Trinity on Thirteenth Street. At the last it was moved to a large house opposite The Washington, then a fashionable hotel. Since it was a town school with no grounds around it, no outdoor sports were possible or any gymnasium for games and exercises. There was no art or music department, but at times an art instructor came once a week, and certain piano teachers gave their pupils lessons at the school. There was no dramatic society, but plays were sometimes given. There was no school paper, no class organizations, no formal commencements. The school hours were from nine A. M. to two-thirty P. M. The pupils brought their own lunches. But there was always a big recreation room in which there was a piano and, believe it or not, the girls had an exceedingly good time. lt was not long, however, before the school began to attain fame and was heard of far beyond the city limits. The reputation grew by leaps and bounds. Soon certificates from Miss Brann's admitted its graduates to all the big eastern colleges: Smith, Wellesley, Bryn Mawr, Vassar, and others of less renown. This good work led to the admission of a limited number of boys. There are today graduates or those partially prepared for college among the city's leading and professional men. At length Miss Brann's health began to fail. She felt that she could no longer cope with the strain that her duties put upon her. She left amid universal regret and the first period of the school's history was over. lt was then that Mr. William Rockhill Nelson stepped into the breach and prevailed upon Miss Barstow to continue the school as principal and owner. He built for her a new schoolhouse on Westport Avenue at the head of Baltimore. It was a large, square, yellow and white, frame structure with a fair amount of ground around it so that there could be outdoor activities for the students. In that location, as Miss Barstow's School, the second part of its outer history began. The first associate principal was Caro Taylor, afterwards Mrs. W. H. Matin, who had previously taught under Miss Brann. Upon her marriage, she was succeeded by Rose Adelaide Witham, considered by Smith College to be one of its ..9.. if -'. 1 H, Y ll p. e I' Ol' ts. ic S n n IY its n G a ck h, se lv iss 9, but they were not too much starved, for cookies and chocolate or some such edibles and drinkables were given them at morning recess. For nearly a quarter of a century this school flourished, Many were the girls who went there, and many were graduated who later became outstanding in the colleges of their choice. Finally, Miss Barstow, who had been in ill health for a number of years felt, as Miss Brann had done, that she could no longer stand the strain of her duties and responsibilities. She left Kansas City, never to return. Before leaving, however, she gave her name, her equipment, and her goodwill to a new school, which was to carry on the ideals and methods of the past. This new school was no longer owned privately but was to be an incorporated, non-profit institution, headed by a board of trustees. Miss Witham was persuaded to become its principal for a three-year term so that no break would occur in the policies and functioning of the old Barstow. Thus the second period of the outer history ended and the third began. A new and beautiful site was chosen and a much larger school built-a plant containing a big main hall, a boarding school, and a gymnasium. lt is the same plant that is occupied now. lt was ready for use in the fall of 1924, but in the previous Iune, the girls of '24 held their commencement in the then unfinished main hall, although they had completed their senior year on Westport Avenue. During the first year of occupation, a reception was given at the time of the school's dedication. Among the many people present were three distin- guished guests: President Wilson of Smith, President Pendleton of Wellesley, and Miss Comstock, Dean of Radcliffe, all of whom became honorary trustees. Today, after twenty-seven years, the schools exterior looks the same, save for more trees and flowers and the pleasant mellowing of time and use. There have been changes within, however, and more traditions made. Since there is a gymnasium building and more land, sports, indoor and outdoor, have greater range and variety. There is an excellent art department, a music department for -11.. vocal training and a well-equipped and very much worth-while home economics depart- ment. There is a science laboratory, cmd a nursery school. Tree day, Senior Day, Grid the The school hours take the major part of Athletic Banquet have become yearly features. I ' d t . 1 the da and delicious luncheons are served to all-a far cry indeed in beauty an ma eria comforf, from times past. Between Miss Witham's departure and the coming ofAMr. SearS, the new Headmaster, there have been three other principals: Mrs. Williams, Miss Kendig. and Miss Turner representing Wellesley, Vassar and Smith, respectively. Now Mr. Sears has added Harvard to the list. The foregoing is a brief account of the Barstow School during the three periods of its outer history. But what of its inner history, which has kept it a continuous whole for so long a time in spite of external changes? Why was it that two inexperienced young girls, barely out of college, were able to establish a school and make it stick through boom and panic, war and peace? lt was not only because of their unusual abilities and personalities, or the backing they had received from interested citizens, but because of the underlying principles of education in which they believed and which they laid down as a pattern to be followed. ln the first place, they believed in conservative program. They were too wise, young as they were, to throw away what had been tested by time fthe best of testersll for some loudly acclaimed pedagogical theory of dubious value, because it was modem , up-to- date , used in the best of schools . They knew that education is a continuous process, not only through school days but through life, that its ultimate goal is, or should be, the creation of a fine character, a wise mind capable of clear, logical, creative thinking, together with the ability to express that thinking in the most effective way. In their school, therefore, they sought to lay what they thought the best possible foundations for the achievement of such a goal. They considered discipline, mental and moral, hard work, and high ideals to be basic factors in so doing. To this end they held before their students a high standard of academic achievement. Emphasis was laid on integrity and thoroughness of work and on personal responsibility for work. There was to be no pampering, no allowing subjects to be made easier and easier, There was to be no shirking, no just getting by on the part of the pupil. There were to be plenty of hurdles and each to be taken in one's stride, otherwise weakness and not strength would be fostered. Next, stress was laid on supplying a wide, cultural background, a background that gives a chance for an intelligent comparison of past and present, a wider knowledge of the great achievement of which mankind has been capable, a vision of life as it came down to us. With such knowledge comes the formation of good taste-another point greatly stressed-good taste in all things, not only in literature and the arts but in daily behavior as well. There were things no Barstow girls should say or do. Last but not least was the emphasis laid on creative work, an emphasis added to Miss Witham. Pupils were always encouraged to express their ideas, aspirations, imag- inings, whether in the field of critical interpretation of writers studied or in essays, stories, and poems of their own invention. The Weather-Cock was founded to show what Barstow girls from primary through high school could do in the way of writing. lt is to be hoped that whatever else is added to make this magazine more interesting to the students, the purpose' of its founders will not be forgotten, but that it will continue to be a gauge of Barstows creative work. lt has been possible to touch only briefly on the basic philosophy of this school's educa- tional creed-on those ideals and purposes which laid down by its founders and adhe d I re to through the years, have given continuity to the school. lt is a constructive creed and one fundamental to the preservation of democracy. ln these troubled times, when the destructive forces seernt b ' h - . . o e in t e ascendant, when there is so much confused thinking, when standqrdg irgiital aiiild ngoral are becoming steadily lower, when irresponsibility is rife, it is good to ze w at arstow School can do for its students and through them for the world. - 12 - me gonna! 0 judfeed Miss Kalherine Lucas, Mr. B. N. Simpson, Mr. Gordon Johnson, Mrs. James M. Kemper, Sr., Mrs. John H. Goodwin, Mrs. Roger Slaughler, Mr. F. P. Logan, Jr., Mr. Gordon T. Beahcm, Jr., Mr. Ridenour Raymond, Mr. F. Forsha Russell, Mr. Richard N. Sears, Mr. Norrufh Graham, Mrs. Philip F. Rahm, Mr. Samuel C. Mariy. Presidem ,,,,,,,,,, , Mr. Clinion Gaies Vice-President ..... .,..... M r. F. P. LOQCH1, if- Secfgigfy ,Y,,,,,,,, .Y,,,, M I, FOISIICI Russell Treasurer ,,YVY, ..,,, M iss Kciiherine Lucas Mr. Clinton Gales -- 13 , K, . ip . fy, '. MR. RICHARD H. SEARS ll, Headmaster B.A. Harvard M.E. Harvard MRS. EILEEN FRENCH STEELE U35 Assistant Head of School English, Librarian Director of Testing B.S. Kansas City Teachers College M,S. University of Kansas University of Colorado B2 , W e I, FAC um Q3 YQ , , . 'Wg L, jAe Mayer 5400! jacuhy MRS. ALFRED E. BARNES CBJ Modern Languages B.A. Park College University of Kansas University of Paris, France Alliance Francaise, Paris Northwestern University University ot Kansas City i' Indicates Upper and Lower School Faculty MISS DORIS JEAN CRANFILLA C25 Music B.A. University of Kansas City M.A. University of Kansas City MRS. WILLIAM COLLINSA fll MRS. J. RICE COWAN f5J English The Weather-Cock Advisor A.B., B.S. University of Missouri M.A. University of Missouri University of Chicago University of California, Berkley Co-author, Essential Language Habits , Useful English , Study ancl Appreciation of the Short Story Art B.S. Kansas State Teachers College MSS C0-NSTANCE A. HALIK Ill MRS. LOVAUGHN HULLA C25 Social Studies Physical Education BA' Skidmore College B.S. University of Kansas M.A. University of Rochester MR 1 I I lffafsf I if i f MRS E L Mis visor souri ri rkley Q21 ijlze MQPQP' Shoo! ,C-J'CLCuAg MRS. FRANCIS W. MANNl' Q21 MRS. CHARLES A. PINE C81 MRS. M. E. PTACEK C51 Latin Home Economics Moihematics A.B. Whifman College B.S. Kansas Sfafe 8.5. Kansas Sfafe College University of Kansas Teachers College College of Emporia Loyola Universiiy of College of Emporia Lirtdenwoocl College Los Angeles MRS ROLFE H STARRETT' fsu MRS, EDWARD J, FLEMiNG Q83 MRS. PAYTON H. KAYLOR C31 'Science .Typing Director of Residence Dieiicion B.S. Universify of Kansas B.S'. Iowa Sfafe-.College . . . Unlverslfy of Chicago Umverslly ol Kansas Clly Kansas City Teachers College V17- jlie ower Scizoof jacuhy. ON 7 MRS. BEVERLY ANN CHAFFEE UD MISS PHYLLIS M. DYE KU Mlss FQQLLILE CATR l J Assisiant in Nursery School Eighth Grade Home Room B.L. Cenfral College Universily of Kansas Cify B.A. Skidmore College L'lnsfifufe du Panlheon, Paris, France Le Lierre, Paris, France French Summer School, Middlebury College MRS. AMELIA R. LEATHERMAN Q21 MISS ANN B. PORTER5' CU MRS. CRAWFORD ROGERS C51 Intermediate Grades Nursery School Kindergarten Warrensburg Sfafe Assistant in Sports Kansas Cily Teachers College B.S. Wheelock College KBosionl Teachers College Universily of Missouri Sweelbriar College Horner Conservafory -1B- Q OLUQI' C 00 CLCM FW. .I Sl. fel K MRS. J. LEON ROSSE, JR. C51 MRS. JEANNETTE B. SAYLOR KI U MISS VIRGINIA L. THOMPSON KID Assistant Seventh Grade Primary Grades A.A. Williams Woods College B.S. Central Missouri B.S. Wheelock College lBostonl University of Missouri State College Universiiy of California University of Colorado University of Kansas City MRS. ROXIE ANN WESSELS MJ MISS ELIZABETH PUCKETT MRS. C. N. Bud FRENCH KIJ Sixth Grade Accompgnigr Secretary and Registrar B.A. Bethany Penial College Pupil of Mrs, Carl Busch, Universiiy of Kansas Edgar Nelson, Chicago L'-A yaeciaf 7W2mL0 5 PHOEBE HASEK Piano BUNTING A. B. Smith College University of V, , l JACQUELINE WELCH MOSELEY MRS. ELTA STOUT Dgnging Tutoring Bennett Junior College Denver University Kansas City Summer Dance Course, California University Bennington College Colorado University alle yOU Bald .... 2 Miss Halil: ,...... ...... ' 'ln the last analysis .................... it's appalling ...... . Mrs. Starrett ........ ..... ..... , . .nature's little provisions ...,,...... Mr. Runner ...... ...... ' ladies, steady Mrs. Siesle ....... .... ' 'Be specific ..,......... qirls, you mustn't diaress Mrs. Pine ...... ........ ' 'Theoretically, ........... but byandlarqe ,.............. Mrs. Hull ....... ...... ' 'Pick up your bases and run! Mrs. Barnes ...... ..., ' 'Pour dernain Mrs. Cowan ......... ..... ' 'Sound is not a safe criterion Mrs. Mann ........ ...,.. ' 'This is just review Mrs. Collins ..... .... ' 'That's real interesting, don't you think? Mrs. Kaylor ...... ....... ' 'We have a nice dessert today, girls. Mr. Sears ....... ....... ' 'Don't say a word. lt was terrific. Mrs. Ptacek ...... ....... ' 'P.T.A. .................... Central Eastern Kansas Mrs. Fleminq .......... Let rne know in time to call a taxi. Miss Crantill Watch me for cutotts .................... -20- Q ' If A 1 ELIZABETH JEAN CULVER C23 Vice-president of class 3 Capfain, Volleyball Team 3 Arl' Club 3, 4 Presidenl, Afhlelic Associafion Prefenclers 4 Spanish Club 4 Treasurer, Spanish Club 4 Photography Edifor, The Weather-Cock 4 'T V f. fem -- ' A KATHY GRAHAM Q31 Treasurer of class 2 Vice-presideni ol class 4 Vice-presiclenl, Prelenders 4 Treasurer, Glee Club 4 Preienders 3, 4 Glee Club 3, 4 French Club 3, 4 A23 ., iiw C S 5 - A l bf . , lil AMY DeYONG MJ Latin Club T, 2, 3 Ari Club 7, 2, 3, 4 Spanish Club 2, 3, 4 Prerenclers 3, 4 Secrelary-Treasurer of class 2 Secreiary-Treasurer, Spanish Club Secrelary, Ari Club 4 Treasurer, Prelenclers 4 Lilerary Edilor, The Weaiher-Cock 4 2' id .19-x HESTER ANN GUSTlN C41 Lalin Club 'l, 2 President of class T, 4 Treasurer, Latin Club 2 Secrefary, Arf Club 2 Arf Club l, 2, 4 Prelenders 4 MARJORIE BENICIA JOHNSON Q41 Presidenf of class l Secretary of class 4 French Club 3, 4 Treasurer, French Club 4 Prefenders 4 Vice-president, Lafin Club Lafin Club T, 2, 3 3 if -1' .rr JEAN FRANCES MCCRAY Q55 Arf Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Glee Club l, 2, 3, 4 Treasurer, Arf Club 3 Presidenf, Ari Club 4 French Club 7, 2, 3, 4 Prefenders 3, 4 Treasurer, French Club 3 Ari Edifor, The Wealher-Cock 4 -24- JEANNE MCPHERSON PM Ucplin, Missourij Treasurer of class 4 VIRGINIA ANN REAMES C31 Secretary of class 3 Secretary, Spanish Club 4 Pretenders, 3, 4 Glee Club 2, 3, 4 Spanish Club 3, 4 Vice-president, Glee Club 4 Vice-presfdent, Spanish Club MARY BEALL PORCH 145 Glee Club l, 2, 3, 4 Art Club l, 2, 3, 4 Latin Club 7, 2, 3 Pretenders 3, 4 Treasurer, Athletis Association 3 President of class 3 Treasurer, Latin Club 3 Vice-president, Athletic Association 4 Chairman, Dance Committee 2, Business Manager, The Weather-Cock 4 Athletic Representative T, 3 3 4 l cu 4 e Y 'Q -25-. It J M , MARY MIGNON RUSSELL Q41 Vice-president of class 1 French Club 3, 4 Glee Club 3. 4 Pretenders 3, 4 Vice-president, French Clulf President, Pretenders 4 Re-elected president, Pretend 4 ers 4 JOAN GABRIELLE REED Qi Vice-president of class 3 Secretary of class 4 President, Spanish Club 4 Treasurer, Spanish Club 4 Secretary, Pretenders 4 Pretenders 4 Spanish Club 3, 4 I ANNE KATHAN STMONS Q41 Vice-president of class l Secretary-Treasurer of class T Director, Freshman-Sophomore Play Contest 1 Secretary-Treasurer, Latin Club 3 Latin Club 1, 2, 3 Sergeant-at-Arms, Glee Club 3, 4 President of class 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 ANN EMMERT SINGLETON 151 Sergeant-at-Arms of class l Captain, Hockey Team T, 2 Captain, All-Star Basketball 7 Captain, All-Star Hockey 4 French Club T, 2, 3 Art Club T, 2 President of class 2 Treasurer, Pretenders 3 Captain, Basketball 4 Spanish Club 3, 4 Pretenders 3, 4 President, Student Council 4 at tw VIRGINIA ANN SPIELMAN Q21 CFort Worth, Texasb Vice-president of class 3 Treasurer, Spanish Club 3 President, Spanish Club 4 Secretary, Student Council 4 President, Glee Club 4 Glee Club 3, 4 Art Club 4 Spanish Club 3, 4 Pretenders 4 Treasurer, Art Club 4 Chairman, Dance Committee 4 -27- r-.,,- ,, ,, r V l ELEANOR ROSE SNYDER Q31 Treasurer of class 3 President, French Club 4 French Club 2, 3, 4 Captain, Volleyball 2, 4 President of class 2 Pretenders 3, 4 st, , it - Oh, when fhe Senior Class falls info line, There'll be a fair and square fighf every lime. And for fhe dear old school we'll yell and yell- And when we win fhaf vidory-O! won'f fha! be swell! And when the girls go marching down the field, If seems as fhough 'heir spiriis never yield. For we're ihe girls ihaf pul the aim in fame - ll's all the some - the Senior Class! Anne- Simons President Ann Gusiin Kathy Graham Vice-president Iean McCray Ioan Reed Secretary Benicia Iohnson IoAnn Straube Treasurer Ieanne McPherson Sergeant-at-Arms Alice Cox ,294 .Snior I Gerry Barnes, will my loud voice to Caroline Buzard. I, Nancy Carlat, will my walk to Molly Graham. I, Alice Cox, will my sneeze to Middo Iornayvaz. I, Liz Culver, will my curiosity to Mary Denman. I, Amy DeYong, will my halo to Bunny Cousins. I, Ann Gustin, will my conscientiousness to Martha Brady. I, Benicia Iohnson, will my eftervescence to Nancy Roach. I, lean McCray, will my fingernails to Olive Beaham. I, Ieanne McPherson, will my eyebrows to Harriet McVey. I, Mary Beall Porch, will my irresponsibility to Kenya Torrance. I, Virginia Reames, will my dieting to Kitty Bames. I, Ioan Reed, will my reserved manner to Elise Schmahlfeldt. I, Mignon Russell, will my sophisticated looks to Vicci Reid. I, Anne Simons, will my athletic ability to Barbara Fitield. I, Ann Singleton, will my pin-legs to Ian Gambrel. I, Eleanor Snyder, will my pleasant expression to Paula Mellott. I, I'Ann Spielman, will my throne to Toni Ingwerson. I, Phyllis Stalcup, will my political views to Miss Halik. I, Io Ann Straube, will my tennis racket to Gorgeous Gussie Moran. I, Ann Wallace, will my curls to Mignon Goetz. We. the Senior Class ot 1951, beinq of reasonably sound mind, do hereby bequeath our senior rights and privileges to the Iunior Cass and do reaffirm our intentions of, in future years, beinq able to add to an Endowment Fund. I The Senior Class of 1951 , mao- Off the Record Gerry Carlotta Coxy Liz Amos Kathy Gunnie Ben Murear Ieannie M. B. P. Remus Ioanie Minnie See-mons Saso Eleanora I'Ann Phyl Straube Wallie 11 pet expression maybe so He's just a complete doll oh, fiddo shud I? at any rate if I can get the car that's the greatest if you'd just wait a minute scratch my back oh, you a1l! and there we were there's the bell oh, guy, you just don't know I don't believe it n T. enior Jra pet aversion scrambled eggs dieting happy people cats senior room radio anything scratchy oriental rugs waiting bleached hair Sundays in the dorm disorganization Sunday drivers wearing shoes Monday mornings - - - huh? absent-mindedness you know Gustin let me tell you open blinds like so vagueness well, my father . . . unsharpened pencils well, girls people who don't know what's coming off guess what unanswered telephones , J 5-. H12 USUUHY ambition stumped in history to be a dress designer reading movie magazines to live in California drinking cokes to raise and show horses bl-1HYinCJ to get away from it all demonstrating dance steps to teach Arthur Murray confused losing keys observing in trouble joking giving directions taking notes blushing fighting with lay lost playing Spanish records taking her time making eyes contradicting taking long shots making quips new steps to vacation to be happily married still thinking , to teach Christian Dior a thing or two to get on the ball team to be on time to learn grammar to be thin to be on stage to find her way to cross the border to be a Canadian to be an artist to find the ONE most like Daddy to cross the border with Singleton to edit the New York Times .3'Ili0l' may ' -32- il K ' .1 .- . I' x X 551' ig ' Wx X X f i ff, . KCEASS A rw if f xN Clem 0152 leanne Campbell Coraleite McGilvrc1y Elise Schrnahlfeldt Keppy Welles Nancy Cain President Vice-president Secretary Treasurer Se rqecxnt-at-Arms -34- Debbie Arthur Middo lornayvaz Harriet McVey Keppy Welles loel Kratz Caroline Buzcrrd Martha Anderson Debbie Arthur Mariha Brady Caroline Buzard Nancy Cain Jeanne Campbell Diana Clark Mary Denman Dn nd ell janet Jones Toni lngwerson Suzy Gosscxrd Middo Jornayvoz .loel Krafz Sally Lamberl Coraleife McGilvray Harrief McVey Adelaide Miller Mary Paxlon Vicci Reid Elise Schmahlfeldl Keppy Welles Cfafsa o 152 Kfaaa o 153 Carol Raymond Marianne Drake Molly Graham Marilyn Leidig President Marianne Drake Vice-presideni leannetie Dennis Secretary Carmen Sly Treasurer Kitty Barnes Adriance Armsby Kifiy Barnes Phyllis Barnum Marianne Drake Barbara Fifield Jan Gambrel ..36.. Molly Graham Marilyn Hanback Marilyn Leidig Paula Melloff Carol Raymond Robin Reed Nancy Roach Ann Slaughfer Carmen Sly Sydney Sfayfon Kenya Torrance Cfaaa 0 153 737, 66445 of 254 Rena Hedberg Mignon Goeiz Olive Beaharn Nancy Duncan President Vice-presideni Secretary Treasurer -3g- Mary K. Brainard Martha Spurgeon Bonnie Biosser Olive Beaham Ann Adams Olive Beaham Bonnie Biosser Joan Brody Mary K. Brainard Alice Christopher Bunny Cousins Nancy Duncan Mignon Goefz Reno Hedberg Mary Lauferbach Linda Lewi Romaine Lilly Ann Paxion Marina Spurgeon Myra Lou Terry Arey Thompson CKCLJJ of 54 Q! J w I Y I 6 4 i i 1 V I 4, ,s 'V 1 1 is 5 i w 4 gx 4 H i 1 -40- x U4 f O W N. LGWER SCHGGL K 'D,. W.. r . 143 x x A 70 Xl 1 FT L: 5 4. 5 -Sdfffk ' Cl, ,Cf-A sf'- ' i we gI Cl,6!Q W -in- First Row: Miss Dye, Julie Henson, Judy Pratt, Cynthia Brannock, Mary Jo List, Mary Jannet Mann Second Row: Ellen Douglass, Mary Cox, Marolyn Wright, Cynthia Williams, Phyllis Rahm Third Row: Jody Dail, Janie McAlester, Phyllis Hauck, Beverly Palmer Fourth Row: Barbara Rahm, Serena Sutton, Vinnie Russell Ilois Dubach is absentj jk? CU16! xgzlfelflth gl CL6!Q6 First Row: Hallie Adams, Frances Tannehill Q Second Row: Mary Ellen Jurden, Shirley Hayman, Marilyn Walther, Marianne Maguire Virginia Raymond I Third 'Rowz Mary Scott Kaiser, Jane Goodnow, Kathleen Harless, Pat Shea Standing: Mrs. Wessels, Marcia Howard, Betsey Belisle, Marybess McCray DAQ- u... ........ 34004 Cilourfkz, an graded Left Row, back to front: Nancy Goodwin, Donna Truog, .lan Buckingham left Center Row, back to front: Betty Burke, Susan Hanback, Julia Peppard Right Center Row, back to front: Ann Kasson, Kathryn Lawrence, Susan Rosse, Paget Gates Right Row, back to front: Joyce McAnalIy, Mrs. Leatherman, Susan Darnall, Linda O'Riorclan Cilnfif all .SZCOFLJ growled Around Table: Holly Kasson, Sarah Birmingham, Diane Berry Left Row, back to front: Kathleen Harrow, Nancy Watkins, Susan Bliss, Deborah Hancock Center Row, back to front: Susan Cardenas, Nelle Rae Williams, Julia May Fight Row, back to front: Carol Cousins, Judy Jaccard, Maizie Vogel Jcn cjergarfen Around Table: David Gibson, Nancy Garland, Daly Anne Jordon, Anne Suffon, Lisa Kiene, Belle Gae Dobson, Diane O'Riorclan MP5 Bing -1' Y First Row: Brefla Bjorlcland, Keifh V. Ware ll, William Kemper ill, Reed Mapes, Michael Dunn, Terrence Curran Second Row: John Hill, Cinda Lou Sfeenhof, Lois Kelly, John Long, Tuck Chapman Johnny McDonnell, Susan May, Dianne O'Brian, Mary Anne Manuel, Alice Goefzs, Third Row: Lynda Lu Clyne, Robin Bowe, Richard Perry -44- c qv!-1 . ? f J X7 K W f l X G X! E UDCQNIZDTIUNS wi gfyw X 'e' ,fggi N7 if XV IS. jlze .gzulenf Counci gggggggg Upper: Jeanne Campbell, Jean McCray, Anne Simons, Kathy Graham, Ann Gustin, Plilyllis StCIlCUP, Mrs. Steele, Mrs. Collins, Liz Culver, Joan Reed, Ann Wallace, Eleanor Snycler, Mignon Russell, Nancy Carlat Center: Mary Paxton, JoAnn Straube, J'Ann Spielman, Mr. Sears, Ann Singleton, Gerry Barnes, Mary Denman, Debbie Arthur Lower: Paula Melloft, Pllyllis Barnum, Carol Raymond, Rena Hedberg, Mignon Goetz, Mary K. Brainard, Marianne Drake Ann Singleton President Ann Singleton loAnn Straube Vice-president and Treasurer Mary Denman l'Ann Spielman Secretary Gerry Barnes Another very successful year has passed here at Barstow guided by Mr. Sears and the Student Council. The Student Council under the able leadership of Ann Singleton, our president, has accomplished much throughout the year. The first thing on the agenda was the wonderful Tradition Supper at which the new girls were introduced to the customs and spirit of Barstow. Throughout the year two very successful dances were sponsored by the organization, the Dorm Dance, the proceeds of which went to the Community Chest, and the Spring Dance. The last day of school before Christ-mas vacation found us all eat- ing a delightful breakfast, surrounded by Christmas spirit, and bubbling over with enthus- iasm. The Student Council led the student body in the participation in the big annual Salvation Army drive. All meetings have been attended by Mrs. Steele, and Mrs. Collins, head of the Art De- partment, who was chosen by the council members. We would like to thank the student body, as well as the faculty and Mr. Sears, for the marvelous cooperation shown us throughout the year. loAnn Straube - 46 - jim Z?ar5fow .xdfkkfic .xddziociafion President Liz Culver Vice-president and Treasurer Mary Beall Porch Secretary Mary Denman Freshman Representative Myra Lou Terry Sophomore Representative Robin Reed lunior Representative Sally Lambert The B.A.A. is one of the oldest clubs at Barstow. Its purpose is to promote good sports- manship and teamwork throughout the athletic year, The association is made up of every- one who has earned ten points. The council consists of the president, the vice-president and the treasurer, all of whom are elected by the Student Body, the athletic representative elected from each class, and the captain of the current sport. ln the fall we had various sports: hockey, riding, tennis, and archery, Then during the winter, after taking a course in First Aid, we entered into the basketball season. This ended with the Athletic Banquet and a play-off between the Champions and the All-Stars. It was the council's duty to then elect the members of the Varsity, as in all the sports. tAfter the banquet came the tradi- tional Play Day, the time for basketball rivalry between Barstow and Sunset. This year the games were at Sunsetl After basketball season came volley ball, and then we had a se- lection of tennis, archery, riding, softball, and golf. The end of the athletic year came with Field Day, which closed with the announcement of the Athletic President for the following year. Mary Denman ,47.. ljke a!AOF' COCA ,51v iirds Upper: Jeanne Campbell, Nancy Duncan, Alice Cox, Palua Melloif, Martha Brady, Liz Culver, JoAnn Siraube, Debbie Arthur, Keppy Welles, Gerry Barnes, Caroline Buzard, Nancy Carlal Center: Phyllis Barnum, Amy DeYong, Mary Beall Porch, Mrs. Cowan, Ann Wallace, lean McCray, Mary Denman Lower: Barbara Rahm, Shirley Hayman, Julia May, Donna Truog Edliol' ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,, A nn Wallace Assistant Business Manaqersleanne Campbell Business Manager ....... ...,.. M ary Beall Porch ASSiSia1'il Art Editor .................... KGDDY 'WSHGS Art Editor ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,i7,i,,,,., I eom McCray Assistant Literary Editor ........,... Martha Brady Literary Editor ,,,,,,,i,w,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Amy DeYong Iunior Representative ........tt.... Caroline Buzard Senior Representative ,............... Nancy Carlat Freshman Representative .:.:.:.. Nancy Duncan Sophomore Representative ,......, Paula Mellott Photography ...................................... Liz Culver Clubs ...c............,......................,.... Gerry Barnes Dormitory .:i,.i.,,.....i,,...i:...................... Alice COX Student Council ...........,....,....... IoAnn Straube 8th Grade .................... .i..l... B arbara Rahm Athletics ......,,......,.. ....i,,,.... M ary Denman 3rd, 4th, Sth Grade ...................... Donna Truoq 6th, 7th Grade ,....,. ..,..... S hirley Hayman lst, 2nd Grade ....,......,,,..,...,............... lulia May Assistant Editor ..............,........,.. Debbie Arthur Sponsor ..................... ...... M rs. I. Bice Cowan The '51 Weather-Cock is the first annual published since l94U, The staff, ably head- ed by Ann Wallace, has tried to combine the high literary standard of former Barstow year- books and the school's modem activities into an all-round portrayal of Barstow. Besides the hard job of reviving the yearbook, the Weather-Cock staff has proved its versatility by sponsoring the very successful Weather-Cock Fair , held lanuary 13th, and two informal dances, one on the night of the Fair, and the other, a Valentine Dance, on Feb- ruary l7th. Both of these dances featured girl's cut which was an innovation for Barstow girls. We wish to take this opportunity to thank the people who have helped to make this book possible. Most of all, we are indebted to our faculty advisor, Mrs. I. Bice Cowan, who has shown genuine interest and has given her time unstintingly. We want also to thank Mrs. Willard R. Douglass for writing the history of Barstow. Last, but not least, our thanks go to all the advertisers for their generous support which has made this book financially possible. We of the Weather-Cock staff have really enjoyed assembling this book, and we hope that all who read it will enjoy it as much. Gerry Barnes -48- ell es Y d an er ox m Oq Y n 1' d. r. its d b. ls. is o s. to le, at A jlre lgreferwlem Upper: Adelaide Miller, Benicia Johnson, Sally Lambert, Virginia Reames, Ann Singleton, Liz Culver, Martha Anderson, JoAnn Straube, Debbie Arthur, Amy DeYong, J'Ann Spilman, Toni lngwerson, Ann Gustin, Jeanne Campbell Center: Phyllis Stalcup, Ann Wallace, Miss Loring, Mignon Russell, Kathy Graham, Joan Reed Lower: .lean McCray, Caroline Buzard, Gerry Barnes, Mary Beall Porch, Eleanor Snyder Mignon Russell President Mignon Russell Ann Wallace Vice-president Kathy Graham Phyllis Stalcup Secretary loan Reed Amy DeYong Treasurer Toni Ingwerson Pretenders, the oldest and most exclusive club in Barstow, is open to juniors and sen- iors who are interested in dramatics. Membership is an honor that has been treasured down through the years by many, and admission requires certain grade standards as well as talent. The terror ot approaching try-outs is shared by all who wish to join the club-each girl must learn one hundred and titty lines from Shakespeare and an equal amount from another playwrite. Acting all the parts in both skits, changing voice and gestures accordingly, is really an experience: and the entire performance is given on the well-known Pretender Rug before the assembled members. However, the thrill ot opening a small, white envelope the next morning and discovering an acceptance is well worth the anxiety of the previous two weeks. During the year, the Pretenders have many activities which are climaxed by a full length play, traditionally given in the Dorothy Russell Bell amphitheater. This year, the club presented Shakespeares A Midsummer Nights Dream , produced under the guid- ance oi our new and capable director, lan-et Loring, whose talent is an inspiration to all Pretenders. Mignon Russell , 49 A its gre cm W Upper: Miss Cranfill, Sally Lambert, Elise Schmahlfeldl, Janet Jones, Phyllis Barnum, Martha Brady, Sydney Stayfon, Diana Clark, Nancy Roach, Jean McCroy Upper center: Molly Graham, Phyllis Stalcup, Olive Beaham, Martha Anderson, JoAnn Straube, Jan Gambrel, Adriance Armsby Lower center: Marilyn Leidig, Mary Lauferbach, Suzy Gossard, Linda Lewi, Kitty Barnes, Mary Beall Porch, Gerry Barnes, Mignon Russell, Nancy Duncan Lower: Anne Simons, Mary Denman, Jeanne Carnpbell, Virginia Reames, .l'Ann Spielman, Nancy Carlat, Toni lngwerson, Debbie Arthur, Kathy Graham Nancy Carlat President l'Ann Spielman Toni lngwerson Vice-president Virginia Rearnes Debbie Arthur Secretary leannie Campbell Kathy Graham Treasurer Mary Denman Sergeant-at-Arms Anne Simons Ot all the clubs in Barstow the Glee Club is probably the most active. It is composed of thirty-four members who have each taken part in several programs throughout the year. The first is Christmas Music. At this time the girls of the high school are gowned in the traditional wine robes with starched white collars. A smaller group ot girls portray the nativity scene while the chorus provides the lovely background music. This is tollowed by a concert in the spring which is sometimes given with Pem-Day. This year a special activity in the form of an operetta, Shreds and Patches , was given March 16. This pro- vided fun tor the actors and audience alike as Well as additional funds for the Weather- Cock . The last program presented by the Glee Club has a touch of sadness in it tor it is given during the commencement exercises in Iune. With such a variety of talent, enthus- iasm, and activities, everybody agrees that the Glee Club certainly adds interest to the school year. Nancy Carlat - 50 - .748 Aff CM -fi -l Upper: Elise Schmahlfeldf, Nancy Duncan, Sydney Sfayfon, Karen VanVoorst, Molly Graham, Keppy Welles, Phyllis Barnum, Paula Mellotl, Olive Beaham, Martha Brady, Coraleffe McGilvray, Sally Lambert, Jeanne Campbell, Ann Wallace, Amy DeYong Center: Liz Culver, Mrs. Collins, Marilyn Hanbaclr, Killy Barnes lower: .l'Ann Spielmun, Gerry Barnes, JoAnn Sfraube, Mary Beall Porch, Jean McCroy, Phyllis Sfalcup, Ann Gusfin, Ann Singleton lean MCray President Phyllis Stalcup Gerry Barnes Vice-president Elise Schmahlteldt Amy DeYong Secretary Sally Lambert Molly Graham Treasurer I'Ann Spielman RGCGHUY lhwughout the halls ot our alma mater, we have seen various collections of watercolors, oils, and pen and ink sketches, loaned to us by the William Roclchill Nelson Art Gallery tor the purpose ot increasing our knowledge ot the fine arts. For the same pure pose, the Palette and Brush Club, known as the Art Club, has been established. One of the newest organizations at Barstow, it was founded by a few members ot the class of nine- teen tortyfeight. To become a member, our up and coming artists must maintain a certain standard in art, and, for her tryout, submit a sample ot her artistic talent to the club. Once a member of the clubfany high school girl is eligible-her talent is put to Good use. The scenery tor the operetta, Shreds and Patches , and the Christmas play were two line examples of each member doing her share in these projects. Under the able leadership ot lean McCray, first semester President, Phyllis Stalcup, second semester President, and Mrs, Collins, the sponsor of the group, the club has upheld its good name. Many plans are being made and great expectations are in the otiing tor this talented, fun-filled organization. Elise Schmahlteldt - 51 - me .Si0ani:5!z Upper: Nancy Carlaf, Kitty Barnes, Virginia Reames, Joan Reed, Senoro Barnes, J'Ann Spielman, Alice Cox, Amy DeYong U Lower: Marlho Brady, Mary Paxton, Ann Singlefa n, Liz Culver, Aclriance Armsby, Barbara Fifield Ueanne Campbell is absentl I'Ann Spielman President loan Reed Alice Cox Vice-president Virginia Reames Virginia Reames Secretary Kitty Barnes loan Reed Treasurer Liz Culver Las Amigasn, which is more commonly known as the Spanish Club, is one oi the bright- er parts of the liie oi the Barstow Spanish student. This year the membership has grown from nine members to fourteen by the several tryouts which have been held and followed by a Spanish dinner at Margarita's . On the morning before our Easter vacation started, Las Amigasf' presented the morning assembly which included the presentation of Des- tils Pascualn. La Fiesta, which is usually held on Pan-American Day, April l4th, was held on April 12th this year. The upper school had a Spanish luncheon and then went over to the gym for the breaking oi the Pinata and for the Spanish movie. Thus ended an en- joyable day for the school and completed the Spanish Club's activities for the year. Kitty Barnes and loan Reed - 52 - 4 jlte Qfafin 3' Upper: Marilyn Hanback, Sydney Stayton, Paula Mellott, Mrs. Mann, Phyllis Barnum, Molly Graham, Nancy Roach Center: Kenya Torrance, Ann Slaughter, Adelaide Miller, Martha Spurgeon, Arey Thompson, Jan Gambrel, Alice Christopher, Karen VanVoorst, Myra Lou Terry Lower: Rena Hedberg, Nancy Duncan, Linda Lewi, Bunny Cousin, Mary Lauterbach, Carol Raymond Phyllis Barnum President Paula Mellott Molly Graham Vice-president Sydney Stayton Sydney Stayton Secretary Martha Spurgeon Nancy Roach Treasurer Marilyn l-lanback The Latin Club was otiicially recognized and began its activities in September, 1946. Five girls from the Sophomore and lunior classes were the original charter members, and their continued interest and solicitation oi new members have increased the club's mern- bership to twenty-one, making it one ot the largest and most active organizalisris in the school. This school year ot l9SOf5l has been one oi success and growing respect tor the Latin Club and its activities. Oi interest and enjoyment to new and old members is iniiialion, which always features an iniormal buiiet supper, refreshments, and companionship. A Latin Club assembly was held on December l8 and the Lord's Prayer, scripture read- ing, and hymn were read entirely in Latin. The eighth grade Latin Students contributed to the service by singing Christmas carols. 'lhis year the club produced the largest ldes oi March celebration in the history oi the organization. The dining rcom was colortully decorated with Roman posters, streamers, and balloons. At the noon assembly, members oi the Latin Club gave a skit entitled Crossing tht Rubicon , and a iilrn depictin .1 the dealt ci Caesar was shown. During this movie, lime gvunch and olives were served to the faculty and students. Vtfe, the members oi the Larm Club, are coniident that the future will be one oi per- manence and respect tor this tjrrzurw at Barstow. Phyllis Barnum L 53 - 368 EEQHCA Upper: Benicia Johnson, Caroline Buzard, Anne Simons, Kathy Graham, Paula Mellott, Keppy Welles, Karen VanVoorsi, Marilyn Leidig, Adelaide Miller Center: Mignon Russell, Eleanor Snyder, Madame Barnes, Gerry Barnes, JoAnn Straube, Debbie Arthur Lower: Ann Singleton, Ann Wallace, Mary Denman, Sally Lambert, Janet Jones, Kitty Barnes, Ann Slaughter, Carol Raymond fAbsenf is .lean McCrayl Eleanor Snyder President Gerry Barnes Mignon Russell Vice-president IoAnn Straube Gerry Bames Secretary Adelaide Miller Benicia Iohnson Treasurer Debbie Arthur The French Club was founded in 1939 and since that time has been a very active club at Barstow. All important meetings are conducted in French. As usual, our Christmas Can- dlelighting Ceremony was held the morning before Christmas vacation began. On Febru- ary 6th, we held our annual Mardi Gras celebration. Beginning at noon a French atmos- phere pervaded the school. Costumes of every imaginable kind were donned and a French luncheon was served. Entertainment followed consisting of crowning the Queen, judging the costumes, and seeing a French film. Other highlights of the club's activities were a French dinner consisting of French Fried Shrimp, Scallops, French beans, a French salad, tiny Petit Fours and other delicacies which appear on a French menu: the club's attendance at the French play, Cyrano de Bergerac , and a delightful afternoon of French conversation with Suzanne de Bichmonde, from the South of France. Thus the French Club's activities were closed for another year. Gerry Barnes '- 54 - 3 A Li X Xwlgyfjx f I , L ,W 'lm Lili' X NHLE'Q,CS GL .jvloczeg SENIORS Culver + Reed DeYong Guslin Jr Wallace Seated: McCroy Porch -l- Barnes Carlat -r' IMignon R is absenfj ' Indicates All-Stars + Indicates Varsity JUNIORS - CHAMPIONS Kraiz Paxton ICQ Jones + Gossard + Buzard Seated: Anderson Arthur Lambert -I- lCampbell absentl Standing: Singleton QV: fCaptainl ussell Standing: ptainl Schmahlfeldt -l- and Welles Jr are Standing: Barnes Drake 'V Reed +i Sfayfon Hanback Armsby Seated: Fifield Graham Gambrel ' ICapfain2 VanVoorsf fDennis +' is absenfj Standing Lauferbach Lewi X Lilfy Cousins KCapiainJ Brady Terry Seated: Bezrham Chrisfopher Paxlon Goetz Brainard SOPHOMORES FRESHMEN .. .lf 's V ' SENIORS JUNIORS Barnes Porch Singlefon Carla? Sfraube Russell Wallace Back row Lambert Anderson McGilvray Welles Front row Buzcrd Krcllz Gossard Paxfon Back row: Van Voorsf Flfield Graham Armsby Front row: Raymond Torrance Hanback Drake Back row Goetz Lilly Chrisfopher Front row: Paxfon Brainard Terry Brady SOPHOMORES FRESHMEN ulwiafl SENIORS-CHAMPIONS First Row: Eleanor Snyder fCapfainl, Nancy Carlal, Mignon Russell, Ann Wallace, Mary Beall Porch, Ann Gusfin Second Row: Liz Culver, Ann Singleion, JoAnn Shaube, Phyllis Sfalcup, Amy DeYong, ,lean McCray JUNIORS l First Row: Jeanne Campbell, Caroline Buzarcl, Harrie? McVey, Joel Kratz, Suzy Gossardf Secorgd Ffow: Mary Denman, Debbie Arthur, Coralelfe McGilvray KCapfainl, Sally Lamberlf, Mary ax on -65- SOPHOMORES First Row: Keyna Torrance, Carol Raymond, Marianne Drakef, Paula MelloH'fCap- fainl, Kilfy Barnes, Jeanneffe Dennisi' Second Row: Phyllis Barnum, Adriance Armsbyf, Karen VanVoorsV', Jan Gambrel', Molly Graham', Barbara Fifield' FRESHMEN First Row: Rena Hedberg, Linda Lewi, Mary Laulerbach, Arey Thompson, Romaine Lilly Second Row: Ann Paxton, Mary K. Brainard, Olive Beaham, Alice Christopher fCap- fainl, Myra Lou Terry Uoan Brady is absenfl - 61 .. KCLJQLCLK SENIORS - CHAMPIONS JUNIORS x ,--....,:.,-..,, . Y -, Standing: Liz Culver JoAnn Straube Kneeling: Benicia Johnson Eleanor Snyder Mrs. Hull Seated: Alice Cox Mary Beall Porch Kneeling: Vicci Reid Keppy Welles Debbie Arthur Mary Denman Janet Jones Seated: Martha Anderson Coralette McGilvray Suzy Gossard Mary Paxton Kneeling: Carol Raymond Marilyn Leidig Jeannette Dennis Sydney Stayton Marianne Drake Seated: Robin Reed Barbara Fifield Kenya Torrance Molly Graham Kneeling: Myra Lou Terry Mary K. Brainard Romaine Lilly Joan Brady Bonnie Blosser Seated: Arey Thompson Alice Christopher Ann Adams Olive Beaham SOPHOMORES FRESHMEN orfiegach ing -ja Virginia Reames Harrier McVey Vinnie Russell Ann Slaughter Benicia Johnson Mary Denman Miss Dye ordehacl' ing - ,aiding Standing: Virginia Reames, Jeanne McPherson, Ann Slaughier, Carmen Sly, Mrs. Bessey, Kafhy Graham, Vinnie Russell, Toni lngwerson Seated: Paula Melloff, Adelaide Miller, Miss Dye enni5 - Back Row: Eleanor Snyder, Ann Slaughfer, Alice Cox, Coralefle McGilvray, Virginia Reames, J'Ann Spielman, Marcia Howard, Arey Thompson, Nancy Duncan, Rena Hedberg, Anne Simons, Vicci Reid, Marilyn Leidig, Mary Denman Froni Row: Kenya Torrance, Nancy Roach, Mary Scofi Kaiser, JoAnn Sfroube, Pal Shea, Marybess McCroy, Frances Tannehill, Carol Raymoncl, Diana Clark ' ennid - ,airing Back Row: Benicia Johnson, Adriance Arrnsby, Molly Graham, Coralefre McGilvray, JoAnn Sfraube, Ann Singleion, Ke-ppy Welles Center Row: Eleanor Snyder, l'Ann Spielman, Jane? Jones, Kenya Torrance, Paula Mellorf, Marilyn Leidig, Sydney Sfaylon Front Row: Mary Beall Porch, Alice Cox, Caroline Buzard, Suzy Gassarcl, Gerry Barnes, Kilfy Barnes, Carol Raymond CAbsenf are: Mignon Russell, Ann Wallace, Elise Schmahlleldf, Jeanne Campbell, Robin Reed, Joan Reedl QW- Spring Standing: Rena Hedberg, Mary Paxton, Jean McCroy, Mignon Goeiz, Joel Krafz, Linda Lewi, Kalhy Gr ham Seatedza Mary Laulerbach, Mary Denman, Bunny Cousins, Nancy Duncan, Phyllis Sfalcup, Jeanne McPherson I fAbsenT are: Benicia Johnson, Adelaide Miller, Vicci Reid, Middo Jornayvaz, Harriei McVeyl jfac Kneeling: J'Ann Spielman, Phyllis Barnum, Ann Wallace, Ann Singlelon, Liz Culver, Mrs. Hull Seated: Bunny Cousins, Mignon Goeiz, Mary Lauierbach, Caroline Buzard lAbsen1 are: Marilyn Hanback, Barbara Fifield, Marianne Drake, Adriance Armsby, Kilfy Barnes, Olive Beaham, Myra Lou Terry, Mary K. Brainard, Romaine Lilly, Bonnie Blosser, Arey Thompson, Joan Brady, Gerry Barnes, Alice Christopher, Mignon Russell, Ann Guslin, Diana Clark, Elise Schmahlfeldf, Toni lngwerson, Jeannie Campbell, Sally Lamberl, Harriet McVeyj aI'Yle5 Bully for you On Barstow On to Victory' Enemy Territory Shoot' Court Ballet Where are you now that I need you? 67 oh, NO! Take it up! Hey, hey, Take it away! .x4fA AHC gan fiuef .... Dinner Game Entertainment This year Barstow held its annual Athletic Banque' on March 7th. The girls gathered in the gym for the first event which was the song contest. After listening to the four remark- ably good songs, Miss Cranfill and Miss Broderson chose the senior presentation which was written to the tune of Red Sails in the Sunset. Then the team members escorted the faculty to the dining room where we had the traditional dinner of fried chicken and pepper- mint ice cream. The referees of the evening were introduced and Mrs. Hull awarded ten- point B.A.A. shields to several girls. Upon returning to the gym the Seniors were enter- tained by various skits given by the underclassmen. The evening was concluded with the Champion-All-Star Game which the Seniors won by a small margin. Everyone had a wonderful time - especially the Seniors who left with the laurels of the evening. Mary Denman - 68 - way :bag 1 X a I : I E 471- may .f4wt1l'6!5 Nursery School potato race- l. Iohn Long 2. Reid Mapes Nursery School relay - l. Iohn Long 2. Eileen Riley Iohn Shackleford Cup-Tin Can race - l. Ianice 'Gates 2. Daly Anne Iordan Iump the Shot-Grade I- l. Sarah Birmingham 2. Christy Simpson Tumbling -Individuals - Grade I - l. Sarah Birmingham - Christy 2. Holly Kasson -Diane Berry Fox in the Moming-Grade I l. Sarah Birmingham 2. Susan Cardenas Simpson lump the Shot-Grades II and III- l. Susan Bliss 2. Berle Cochran Pinch-O - Grades II and III - l. Maizie Vogel 2. Carol Cousin Siamese Twin Race- 1. Marilyn Waltnsr-Kathleen Harless 2. lane Goodnow-Nancy Goodwin Boundary Race - Grades II and III - l. Linda Riordan --Barbara Vogt- Nellie Williams - Iulia May - Wendy Thomas - Maizie Vogel- Susan Bliss 2, Susan Darnall-Ioyce McAnnally- Eleanor Garber - Berle Cochran - Iudy Iaccard - Deborah Hancock Soitball Accuracy Throw-Grades IV, V. VI l. iulie Peppard 2. Kathy Lawrence 40-Yard Dash - Grades IV, V. VI- l. Nancy Goodwin 2. Iulie Peppard Stick Polo -Grades VII and VIII- l. Vinnie Russell-Ellen Douglas- Phyllis Rahm - Lois Dubach - Phyllis Hauck-Mary Io List- Cynthia Brannock - Mary Iannet Mann - Mary Scott Kaiser - Marcia Howard - Betsey Bslisle - Ginny Raymond - Pat Shea 2. Serena Sutton - Ianie McAlester - Tumbling - Individual- Grade II and III- Barham Rohm - Cymhiq Williams l. IVICIIZIQ Vogel - PCIIT1 Tl'101'I1GS 1 CCtTOl A Iody D511 1 Iuhe Henson 1 Iudy Cousin Pratt - Mary Cox - Hallie Adams 2- iUdY ICICCCIIC1 - BGTSY Kroh - Maizie - Marianne McGuire - Mary Ellen Vogel Iurdsn -Marybess McCray .... this spirit learned of you .... -72- High lump - Grades VII and VIII - l. lanie McAlester 2. Frances Tannehill Running Broad lump-Grades VII and VIII l. Mary Bess lv1cCray - Mary Iannet Mann 2. Ginny Raymond-Barbara Bohm Tumbling-Grades IV. V. VI. VII. VIII- l. Grade VIII 2. Grade VII 50-Yard Dash - Grades VII and VIII- l. Mary lannet Mann 2. Mary Ellen Iurden Three-Legged Race - Father-Daughter - l. Paget and Clinton Gates 2. Lois and Ken Dubach Table Tennis Singles-Grades VII and VIII l. Iody Dail 2. Ellen Douglass Table Tennis Doubles - Grades VII and VIII l. Iody Dail and Ellen Douglass 2. Serena Sutton and Vinnie Russell Badminton Singles-Grades VII and VIII- l. Ianie McAlester 2. Ellen Douglass Badminton Doubles - Grades VII and VIII - l. Barbara Rahm and Ianie McAlester 2. Phyllis Rahm and Ellen Douglass Tennis Singles - Grades VII and VIII - l. Ellen Douglass 2. lanie McAlester Tennis Doubles-Grades VII and VIII- l. lanie McAlester and Lois Dubach 2. Ellen Douglass and Phyllis Rahm Deck Tennis Singles - Grades VII and VIII - l. Ianie McAlester 2. Ellen Douglass Deck Tennis Doubles - Grades VII and VIII- l. Phyllis Rahrn and Ianie McAlester 2. Serena Sutton and Vinnie Russell Aerial Dart Singles - Grades VII and VIII- l. lanie McAlester 2. Ellen Douglass Gleed Gaylord Cup for Best Work in Physical Education in Lower School- Vinnie Russell Nancy Rose Cup for Lower School Winner of Most Points on Field Day- lanie McAlester U P P E R S C H O O L Softball Accuracy Throw- l. Liz Culver 2. leannette Dennis' -73 Basketball Free Throw- l. Marianne Drake 2. Mary K. Brainard Gloria Zick Plaque-Winner Distance Throw- l. Barbara Fifield 2. Liz Culver High lump - l. Barbara Fiiield 2. Ann Singleton-Liz Culver 50-Yard Dash - l. Phyllis Barnum 2. Ann Singleton oi Basketball Tennis Singles- l. loAnn Straube 2. Jeannette Dennis Tennis Doubles - l. Ann Singleton and IoAnn Straube 2. Marianne Drake and Karen VanVoorst Dona Bozgquist Cup for Table Tennis Singles - l. Suzy Gossard 2. Anne Simons Table Tennis Doubles- l. Nancy Carlat and Anne Simons 2. Caroline Buzard and Ieanne Campbell Badminton Singles -- l. Nancy Carlat 2. Debbie Arthur Badminton Doubles - l. Ianet lanes and Debbie Arthur 2. Nancy Carlat and Anne Simc is Running Broad lump- l. Phyllis Barnum 2. Liz Culver Class Relay Cup- l. Sophomores tKitty Barnes, Phyllis Bar- num, Barbara Fiiield, Karen Van- Voorstl 2. Seniors fLiz Culver, Ann Gustin, Mig- non Bussell, Ann Singletonl Shot Put- l. Liz Culver 2. Barbara Fitield Running Hop, Skip and lump -- l. Ann Singleton 2. Ann Gustin Hockey Cup - luniors tMary Paxton, Captainl Helen TYIGI' CUP- Class winning greatest number oi points on Field Day- Seniors Beryl Sprouse Cup for girl who has been most helpful in promotion of good spirit in athletics Liz Culver and loAnn Straube Girls Achieving 75-Point B Keppy Welles Coralette McGilvray Diana Clark Martha Anderson Carol Raymond Myra Lou Terry Mary K. Brainard Girls Achieving Liz Culver Debbie Arthur Eleanor Snyder Caroline Buzard leannette Dennis Alice Christopher loan Brady Linda Lewi Robin Reed Phyllis Barnum Rornaine Lilly Olive Beaharn 300-Point Gold B Barbara Fitield Ann Wallace Gerry Barnes lan Gambrel Karen VanVoorst Varsity Hockey Ann Gustin Ann Singleton Liz Culver Keppy Welles Sally Lambert Robin Reed Mary Beall Porch Marianne Drake Nancy Carlat Suzy Gossard leannette Dennis All-Star Hockey Ann Singleton lan Ganibrel Robin Reed leannette Dennis Linda Lewi Ann Wallace Barbara Fifield Liz Culver Nancy Carlat Marianne Drake Ann Gustin Varsity Basketball Ann Sinaleton Liz Culver Marianne Drake Barbara Fifield Karen VanVoorst lan Gambrel ABSENT WHEN CLASS PHOTOGRAPHS WERE MADE Standing: Emily Myers, Christy Simpson. Seated: Pam Thomas, Beryl Cochran, Eleanor Garber, Barbara Vogt. -74 Standing: Jeanneite Dennis, Karen Van- Voorst, Lois Dubach, John Green- lease, Eileen Riley, Cincla Lou Steen- hof, Richard Perry. 1 X D ,J A v N YN Y X new 4 1 IV X gi g I su:o'O'Q Y Y P 5:09 .7Ae .ju Jfiona! .gclylaer Welcome fo Barstow School Slraube, Porch, Singleton and Company One ot the earliest and nicest events in the school year is the annual Tradition Supper held at Barstow's lovely outdoor oven. This eagerly awaited evening is a real welcome to all the new qirls and is no less thrilling to the rest ol the upper school and the faculty. A wonderful meal and enthusiastic sinqinq ct the school songs are followed by speeches des- crihinq all the activities and events of the coming year. As its name implies, the supper is an introduction to the wonderful Barstow traditionsg and the final entertainment ot humorous skits closes an evening which everyone has thoroughly enjoyed, Amy DeYonq Sfroube, Wallace, Simons, McCroy, Johnson, - Cox, Singleton, Wallace, Reames, Barnes, Snyder, Hedberg, Porcli, Carla? Graham, Simons, Mr. Sears, Stalcup, Porch, Culver, Snyder, Reed -76- 'fibay ' ann! jree jay . . . . Long May It Wave .... Two seasonal events which Barstow enjoyed this year were Flag Day in the tall and Tree Day in the Spring. Here we have the old combined with the new, for Flag Day was added to the list of traditions tor the first time this year. The students gathered on a sunny morning to raise the new flag which is to fly over the beautiful grounds in future years. The flag was presented by Mr. Sears, accepted in behalf of the student body by Ann Single- ton, and raised by second grader Maizie Vogel. To further enhance our campus, the Tree Day tradition was carried on with the plant- ing of ivy in the amphitheater by the senior who had been in the school the longest, Arny DeYong, representing the Upper School, and the youngest child, William Kemper Ill, re- presenting the Lower School. Thus we see two of the lovliest Barstow traditions which we hope will always live Jn. Mary Beall Porch .... A Living Faith In Thee . . . . -77- .izlafozuehn pfay gonfedf The Halloween Play Contest of '50 was burstina with sonq, dance, and plenty of laugh- ter. No mysterious themes of goblins and witches cluttered the stage this year. The Fresh- man skit took the crowd of parents, teachers, girls and boys to a jungle isle which ended with an OT-lenry touch. The Sophomores with The Fair and the Iuniors with Toyland Awakesu threw themselves into their skits to really make them live. Disaster struck when the Iuniors' colorful scenery ripped but the show went on. The Seniors climaxed the entertainment with a fantasy, Over the Rainbow. After refreshing cider and clouqhnuts, Mr. Sears announced the winners much to the pleasure of the happy Seniors. Ann Singleton - 73 - She jafher- laugh fer .winner Dr. and Miss Singlefon Mr. and Miss Johnson Mr. and Miss Wallace Mr. and Miss Graham Mr. and Miss DeYong Mr. and Miss Reames Mary Kay, Paula and Dads Mr. and Miss Goetz The Three Paxfons Miss Reed and Miss Carla? Miss Russell, Miss Gusfin and Mr. and Miss Slraube and Liz company Culver At the stroke of six the couples began arriving. They were not the couples that usually enter the Barstow gym in anticipation of a dance. This was something more unusual and just as much fun. There were the Barstow girls but there was a special guest with each one. There was Dad. We filed through the lines getting the food which looked, smelled, and tasted delicious. After dinner, the Master of Ceremonies, Mr. Straube, took over. The Editor oi the yearbook announced its revival and asked for the fathers' cooperation. Mr. Sears spoke of the plans for the coming year. The Seniors presented their prize-wirinirifg Over the Rainbow for the applaudirig fathers. As the evening drew to a close the fathers were taken from room to room in the school building and shown the accomplishments of their daughters. It was a proud night ior all. Ann Wallace A 79 - ri5fm a5 .xdcfiuifim Christmas Music At 4:30 on the afternoon oi December l9th, the pare ents, guests, and alumnae of the school assembled in the gymnasium tor the annual program oi Christ- mas Music which was givf en by the whole school. First ot all a pageant, The Nutcracker Suite , which included many clever dances, was given by the lower school. 'ihen the up- per school, wearing the traditional w i n e - colored robes and starched white collars, sang the music to a short pageant, There Was One Who Crave A Lamb . After this presen- tation, Dr. Richard M. Tre- lease dedicated the Pidge Satterlee Memorial Music Library to the school. To the strains oi the age-old recessional, O Come All Ye Faithful , the chorus marched out to the clois- ters where, beneath light- ed candles, they sang Christmas carols, sending the assembled audience oft to a Merry Christmas. 480- F05 llllflll 30,9 l0I'l'l0l2!9fLly 0I'lfQ5t hm , S7 I ,- I . C Q iq 'l tall l ' 5 , l '1 1 L li gi lg i i' 'ji A3 Q59 v v Cl 'ev Cn February l4th, the Freshmen and Sophomores presented another adventure into the world oi Shakespeare. Vifith tear and yet hope, each class put forth its interpretation of the lilth act of The Merchant ot Venice . There was a tense moment of anticipation as the Classes awaited the decision. The Sophoniores emerqed victorious and seemed to feel that their last year in the Contest had been a good one, while the Freshmen held up their spirits by saying, Next year .... Zltterwntrzl both 'groups attended the qay traditional parties, the girls agreed that ails 2-fell that e:ici3 well . Paula Mellott e. 81 ,, MLdfAGl'-6064 jair ana! lance Tempfaiion Te gusfa! Bubbles and Balloons Bargain Counter Intermission Pay Will: a Smile Gala booths transformed the gyrn into a swirling fair on Saturday, lanuary 13. The doors opened at ten and the festivities continued through the day. Bakery booths featured cakes knee-deep in frosting and crunchy cookies which were concocted by the girls them- selves. The Pretender booth of White Elephants was busy all day and the Caricature booth sponsored by the Art Club was continually surrounded. The Spanish vending sta- tion Was colorful and added a novel air to the festivities. A steady thump signified that the basketball toss was a popular spot. The faculty booth, gaily decorated with red and White streamers, sold pies, had a grab bag and permitted spectators to View Rogues Gal- lery . As the afternoon ended we realized that the Weather-Cock had a good size nest egg and had found experience and fun besides. Ann Wallace .- 82 .. He losf his corsage Sitting ouf Mun's besf friend The lucky number Deep Thought' Penny for your fhoughis With the coloriul booths pushed back around the wall, the qym took on the atmosphere of a deserted lairaround. At nine o'clock the iuke box was turned on, a spotlight was train- ed on a gigantic replica ol the 1951 WeatherfCock cover, and the enthusiastic couples began to dip and glide rhythmically across the floor. At intermission several prizes were qiven away. These included a very scared and trembling puppy which we rechristened l.ucky . This was the first time that bids have been issued for a Barstow Dance to which boys could llring other girls. lt was a huge successp all made new friends, As the last stroke of twelve -egilioed in the distance we found that it was diificult to let the music die and have the ayin ltahts bring us back ta reality. Ann Wallace C'- .., V0 - 0l'0ffCl icigzfefld Gill! pCl.fl'AOJ -84- rue, of 144ml gi This year our club began its numerous activities by presenting a program on the lcles of March. lf we are feeling a bit proud ot ourselves, we have reason, for this celebration was the largest ever sponsored by the organization. The audience was dubious of its suc- cess when olives were served. However, a burlesque oi Caesar's crossing the Rubicon, a movie depicting scenes from Iulius Caesar , and later, refreshments, so altered their pre- vious opinions that the spirit of Caesar seemed to live again. Paula Mellott CONCERT WITH PEM-DAY -857 Warh grab A Courhn we will go The lnseparables Queen for a Day Charleston Big K?l Three We just wanfa be friends The pause that refreshes To the glad strains of l heard them sing-come to the Mardi Gras, Barstow's annual Mardi Gras funfest got off to a rollicking start on Tuesday, February 6. Barstow-ites gath- ered in the gaily decked dining room, where participants were dressed in costumes which ranged from Harvey to the Flapper girls. French food comprised the menu, including chocolate eclairs, one of which contained a magic ring proclaiming its finder the Queen. Shouts of glee from the Iunior class signified that Mrs. Starrett was the lucky one. She was crowned Queen by Gerry Barnes, president of the French Club, and presented a gift. The girls, in colorful costumes, wove about the gym in a live conga, another Mardi Gras tradition. During the grand march that followed, the best costumes were chosen. Prizes went to leannette Dennis and Karen Van Voorst for their clever portrayal of The Weather- Cock and The Raider . Garbed in a lace table cloth, Nancy Roach was presented a prize for her interpretation of a table. lean McCray, beating the symbolic rhythmical throb from under a large box, represented The Thing and Liz Culver, with a stove pipe hat upon her head, was a chimney sweep from Merrie England. A French Film was shown, followed by petit fours and punch served by members of the French Club. As the last flash bulb dimmed, the lilting tunes of the Mardi Gras faded - and thus ended on a nostalgic note another Barstow holiday. Ann Wallace -86- H Ja ocjicfifa Barstow Goes Latin American La Fiesta, the day oi contests, dances, costumes, and Spanish iood, was celebrated in observance of Pan-American Day on April l2th. After a luncheon oi Spanish rice, tacos, iritos, and custard con carrnel, was served in the iestively decorated dining room, the qaily costumed upper school went to the qyrri, There a movie oi South America was shown iole iowina the judqinq ol the costumes. Two prizes were awarded, one, for the most unusual, went to Mary Lauterbach, Mignon Goetz, and Linda Lewi, for their interpretation oi the Wiz- ard oi Oz characters, the second, tor the niost authentic, went to Olive Beahani and Alice Christopher who portrayed a toreador. The festivities were hrouaht to cr close by the brealcinq oi the pinata which for the first time was done by a :neriiher oi the Spanish Club, Virginia Beams. As Ferdinand and the candy which he clutched, dropped from his precarious position, La Fiesta ended. loan Reed ,- 87 z Kijd WiJ5llmmer fmream H There were hurried whispers as the actors for the evening slipped into their respective positions. The banners floated maiestically from the improvised Elizabethan theater, otherwise known as the Barstow Dorothy Russell Bell amphitheater. Greasepaint and regal costumes failed to completely disguise the youthful faces, for these amateur Thespians were the Pre- tenders of Barstow. The performance, sparked by Ianet Loring's expert directing, brought a full house and much spontaneous applause. Shakespeare would have rejoiced to have seen the cast. lt is impossible to mention just a few as they all gave excellent performances. Mignon Russell Ann Wallace -g3.. CAST IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE Ph:lostrate .....,.. ...,.... Pages ,..... ...... ...... Theseus .,.,.. Phyllis Stalcup Martha Anderson Benicia Johnson Ann Singleton Hippolyta ..... ...... D ebbie Arthur Egeus ....... . Hermia ,...... Kathy Graham Mary Beall Porch Demetrius ...... ...... S ally Lambert Lysander .... Helena .....,. Quince ..4..., Bottom .,.. Flute ......,.... Starveling ..... ..... Snout ...... Snug ,...... Puck ........... Ann Gustin . Adelaide Miller Jeanne Campbell Jo Ann Straube Ann Wallace Caroline Buzard Elizabeth Culver Eleanor Snyder Mignon Russell Pecseblossovz ,.... ,.,.,. J 'Ann Spielman Oberon ....,........ ...... T oni lngwerson Titania .....,. ...,. J ean McCroy Cobweb ..... ...... V irginia Reames Moth ..........,...... ..... G erry Barnes Mustardseed ,..... Joan Reed Production Stott Director .,.,...,.........,.,.....,,... Janet Loring Assistant ...........,,.,.,........,.. Emy Withers Musical Director ,. Phoebe Hasek Bunting Assistant in Voice .............. Doris Cranfill Dances by .... Jacqueline Welch Moseley s CCHCEJ O HUNIT Our social season began with the Dorm Dance in November. The purpose of this an- nual dance is to introduce the dormitory girls to the boys from the surrounding schools. Many believe the Dorm Dance to have been the most outstanding of the year for, with the entire vote of the upper school, it was decided to give the money, which usually is spent for decora- tions, to the Community Chest. A large Community Chest banner was stretched across the stage and this reminded the swirling couples of the good which they had done. Among the gay group was spotted Mary PaX.on, wearing cr blue lace ballerina, and accompanied by Phil Starr, President of Pem-Day's Student Council, loAnn Straube in floating pink net and escorted by Bill Tooheyy and Ann Singleton, in black velvet and plaid taffeta, squired by lay Warner. The next dance on the agenda followed the Weather-Cock Fair on Ianuary l3th. This dance, too, was void of planned decorations except for a few short-lived balloons. Tickets were sold and, for the first time, boys were invited to bring dates from other schools. Sun- set, Southwest, St. Teresa, Rockhurst, Shawnee Mission, and Pem-Day were well represent- ed. Kathy Graham was seen with Humbert Tinsman, and Marilyn Leidig with lim Fallman, Among those sporting vegetable corsages which were concocted by their respective dates were loe Holliday and Gordon Hamilton. At including a puppy, Lucky , which was won Since the Weather-Cock dance was such mand, was planned. Again tickets were sold couples danced. Mignon Goetz with Buddy Ianet Iones with Ronny Knutson, were seen. The last program dance of the year was and her committee transformed the gym into a intermission several door prizes were given by Brad Kingman. a success a Valentine Dance, by popular de- and, amid valentines and iuke box music, the Cross, lan Gambrel with limmy Tinsman, and the Spring Dance. Chairman l'Ann Spielman Chinatown of life-sized Chinamen and dragons. Pat Loftus played as we spotted Kenya Torrance with Butch Montgomery, Sally Lambert with Bill Zimmer, Mary Beall Porch with Robbie Fischer, and Eleanor Snyder with David Riley. The graduation dance, with its tiny lanterns, exotic perfume fountain and beautiful green- ery, had a note of sadness in it. For the members of the Class of l95l the end of their last Barstow Dance had come. A few of the Seniors and their ,dates were: Ann Gustin with Sandy Lambert, Anne Simons and George Luger, Gerry Barnes and Bob Hewitt, Ann Wal- lace with Rick Robinson, lean McCray and Mike Shea, Phyllis Stalcup and Max Straube, Mignon Russell and lay Wamer, and Ann Singleton with Tony Cate. -90- n 1 YW , y . ffm X. . B- .SN .aww X J L 2 ,M ff A 4 ,Q . 1 - gm, L PM nigga, eniora .4- ,, , f , ,t Mx. , f, -X -,l,,- f 5 w r ,xyvy A-M ,x M V v x ,fifw , V Seniors Come and Go -94- N 0I'Yll'Yll?l'l Cell! ell .S7cAofa5 fic .fdwarcla Tradition Cup Ann Singleton Ada Brann Scholars Amy DeYonq Gerry Barnes Scholarship Cup Amy DeYonq Ellison Brent Home Economics Cup Harriet McVey Biology Plaque Amy DeYonq Art Cup I'Ann Spielrnan Ann Wallace First Year French Cup Kitty Eames Karen VanVoorst First Year Spanish Cup Martha Brady Advanced Spanish Cup Amy DeYong Latin Trophy Paula Mellott History Cup Ioan Reed Mathematics Mary Denman Claire Marie Oven Cup Ioan Reed A ' Liz Culver Glee Club Cup I'Ann Spielman 4.2 Shakespeare Cup Mignon Russell Medill Smith Gates Cup Mignon Russell -98.- in sv 113 . ' 0 wx 1 ffd 5 : 71 gf ' x ' 1 Zf.'-.fsfqaglz '4'1. X Qs' 451-ga ,df ll KETTXYEX E . . . . fddffic fganquef Q ww w QPR' I T-, 4 X it T This was the big night! The gym was a mass of hurrying, yelling girls all striving to put on a good appearance. In a little bit they left the gym and were shuffling, with an oc- casional giggle or whisper, into the dining room. They were all dressed in green and white shorts and white blouses. Everyone sat under a green and white striped canopy of crepe paper. Marching down the centers of the tables, and climbing over the mantle-piece, were dozens of adorable little stuffed animals. The chubby little gray elephant on the rnan'le stared down brightly on all the people as grace was sung. The little elephant saw several golden' people besides the seventh and eighth graders. He guessed that they were The aculty. As the roast beef, creamed potatoes, and tossed salad were brought in, the buzz of con- versation ceased. When the food mentioned above had been disposed of, the conversation resumed its low roar until the dessert, chocolate ice-cream with marshmallow sauce and Sand Tarts, had been brought in. As soon as everyone who could had stuffed herself with the ample meal, some were too nervous to eat, Mrs. Hull called for attention. Then with surprising formality, the new officers of the Iunior Barstow Athletic Association were sworn into their respective offices. Pol lowing this there was a mad dash to the gym to prepare for the evenings entertainriient. The footlights were trained on the seventh grades presentation of popular songs. The eighth game between the warming up for som grade presented a mock basketball seventh and eighth graders. After e time the real game began. Every- one out of both grades played for a while. Thanks ic spectacular playing by lame lVlcAlester, the 8th grade was able to win by a six point margin, The sevelrilth grade team was sparked by its ffJyiTIIU MQW B?Se C Cray. After the game there 'mare flibfers for iiatliiiig or Spirit in c1Qg1QyfY:l, A USVI li I'i1Ii'2fi lifjfl ll3ETi '7':'JlU'l- Betsey Belisfe, President 7951-52 no one in particular and Barstow Vinnie Russell Le .ST,rfA, .SDQHQIJA ant! gurlz' ,only Cjonfwf X , l S B May eighteenth was a wonderful day for the eighth grade for it won the first lower school play contest in the history of Barstow. The sixth and seventh grades competed against the eighth grade for the honor. All classes did an excellent job in acting out the poem Ca- sey at the Bat by Ernest L. Thayer. Mary Ellen lurden directed the sixth and seventh grades and Cynthia Williams directed the eighth. The stars of each cast were Marybess tPooJ Mc- Cray and Casey from the seventh grade and lane Mclitlester in the eighth grade title role. The plays were given in the amphitheater. Little or no props were used. The judges were Mrs. Douglass, Mrs. Sayler, Miss Catron, Mrs. Mann, and Mrs. Leather- man. lt was a very difficult decision but a unanimous one. Mrs. Douglass presented the eighth grade with its first trophy - a lovely tin measuring cup, beautifully decorated with a green and white ribbon tied to the handle. Serena Sutton Grade 8 V-1o2- Cne aiternoon in the sunny atmosphere of the Dorothy R.,z:1:?eil Bell Aruphiheaire, the upper schoel was entertained by the lower school French students qivinq a French play. Th, colorful ilower costumes and the petite butterfly seen here and there added much to the success of the undertak' ing, Led by the capable hand of Miss Catron, the lower school French teacher, and many others who supervised the dances and songs, this year's French play was one oi the greatest successes ever given. Debbie Arthur EGHCA . - 'Q Q ,I .f . ,W BLS 103 - X ' . . 'visw Y , Q - ,1 . Nt 1 . . 1 N 1 1 I 1 1 5 1 I . l x ' '1 I '1 1 I 1 U 1 I I 11 1l i 1 P 1 4 11 1 9 I I I 1 l 1 1:39 Q l D5 Yfiffi I I 'I' 5 Q JA D The Dorm Speaks The new girl entered the dorm shyly. She looked hesitantly about her but soon was more at ease for the girls possessed that Barstow friendliness which could not be equaled. As she wandered through the halls she heard typical conversations mingle as they always do in a dorm. What did she hear? Listen! 'lhat is Addie Miller in the phone booth. She is ALWAYS there. Mary Lauterbach is playing her French horn. Carol is telling Marilyn Leidig about her wonderful summer in Colorado. Mary Kay is describing to Mignon and Bonnie her troubles of the last few days. Robin stops to ask if she would look better as a blond. Someone is typing vigorously-'tis Marilyn Wright: Beverly is telling her everyones life history. Diana asked leanne if she could borrow a dime. She just bought the Brooklyn Bridge and promised to repay the debt within the century. Toni is excitedly telling Mary Denman plans for her new home, but is Mary listening? l doubt it for she is executing the Elgin Stomp . Keppy is telling Nancy how things were done at St. Mary's. Right across the hall is Mrs. Fleming's room. As always, several girls are gathered there. Harriet is giving her rendition of Chicago and wanting to go there. Liz is asking Middo when she is going to build a pipeline from St. loe to this district. A blood-curdling scream! Liz wants everybody to be quiet for Dean Martin and lerry Lewis are Hon . While Vicci prepares for a date we hear singing. Your first meeting with l'Ann. Here in Carmen's room on the 3rd floor are Paula and Carmen opening a new box of goodies from home. Coxy and loanie are leaving for their respective driving and dancing lessons. May I ask who has more dents - Cox or the car? Won't you meet some of our dorm Faculty? This is Miss Thompson returning from one of her birthday parties. Miss Dye is making plans to wear her hair in a bun when she reaches the ripe old age of 26. Thank Ann Porter for any future gocd publicity for Barstow. A member of the lunior Chamber of Commerce is a frequent visitor of hers. We pause as Mrs. Fleming says, No, Angel, l'm not going to Putsch's. Here is the dining room. Romaine is still eating. So the dorm speaks. -106- f I K s 1 , I 1 5. ju i ! i i 1 ,4..Xfi..,., Sid!! Frances Woods Charles and Nellie Nellie Sanderson Bea Washington Sanderson Anna Marie Bird Josephine Tomlinson Bertha Swanson One of the great assets of Barstow is that of its kitchen staff. The ladies that make up this group give unselfishly of their time and energy to give us attractive, hot lunches every day of the school year. Their prompt service and helpful ways have endeared them to all the school body. However, not to be left out, are Nellie and Charles who actually keep the school run- ning. No job is too big for them, no favor too hard to grant. With their friendliness and the will to help, Nellie and Charles have enriched the school no end. Violet Alston, Frances Woods, Bea Washington - T08 - 5-if 551455 A f xl -I LEAL WWW AMX QA 5 l ,Q W mix ff: N ff W AUM DEP W C C 2X Ni 1 5 I 'N I- SN Q1 S-LJ xt-ix G, M7 al 53? if XR E . X XQ fl A yy y y Mrs. Douglass Mrs. Johnson Mrs. Slaughter Mrs. Siraube Mrs. Truog President ,s.,,,,,,,,,. ,,,,,,, M rs. Rober C. Slaughter Vice-President .................. Mrs. Gordon W. lohnson Recording Secretary ............ Mrs. Oscar M. Straube Corresponding Secretary ................ Mrs. lohn Truog Treasurer ,,,,,,..........,......,.... Mrs. Robinson Douglass The Barstow Parent-Teachers Association is an organization consisting of every parent and every teacher in the school. Through its various committees it works with the Head- master, Mr. Sears, in an effort to further the high aims of the school. This past year the PTA gave the Father and Daughter Dinners in the fall, provided cokes, ice cream and coffee for Field Day, and sponsored several functions at which Mr. Sears spoke to present and pro- spective patrons. At the first of the school year it joined with the Board of Trustees in pre- senting Mr. and Mrs. Sears to Kansas City at a large reception held at the school. Next year the Association looks forward to continuing and increasing activity in the school. Mrs. Roger Slaughter President 1950-51 Parent-Teachers Association -110- .Agcmnae Mociafion 0. Q 9 Mrs. Frank Allman, Mrs. Philip Rohm lPasf Preside nil, Mrs. John Goodwin, Mrs. Lucia Christopher, Mrs. Hal Bren! President ------------ ......... M rs. Iohn Goodwin Vice-president ....... ....... M rs. Lucia Christopher Secretory ......... ............... M rs. Hal Brent Treasurer ...... ....... Mrs . Frank Altman Barstow alumnae, who were once queens in calico , find traditions spilling gaily from their memories as they meet to plan projects for the school. Chief among projects is the annual luncheon, newest of Barstow traditions that added annual to its title with its se- cond occurrence on March 14, l95l. Back in 1947 Barbara Forrester Rahrn started the Barstow ball rolling fand a snowball it wasll as she took gavel in hand. Mrs. Rahm became the first president, since the war, of the Alumnae Association, an ambitious organizer who was giving her All -her energy, her ideas, and her twins- to her alma mater. Two-term reigns were no more the vogue at Barstow than in the federal government, and in three years of devoted work Mrs. Rahm turned Forward Barstow into a mighty snowball of funds. A fashion show in the Amphitheater in May, l948, directed by Maxine Maxwell Good- -'I'Ii- RHF' Mrs. Robert Williams Mrs. Paul Brinkman Mrs. Ellison Neel win, and another in 1949 directed by Virginia Aikens Altman earned S650 to buy the school a sound machine and movie projector. The first alumnae luncheon in March, l95U, at the Hotel Muehlbach celebrated the coming of Mr. Richard Sears, then known to the group in name only. But already, the new principal was winning three lusty cheers from the women who were to become his ardent admirers and especially from Phyllis Sebree Murray and Bettie Byrd Rogers Lawrence in their clever skit of Barstow Fashions through the Years : From Miss Brann's bustle to the pants oi Mr. Sears Our spirit's unchanged throughout the years. A highlight of that first luncheon was the little round table for five Barstow alumni, Messrs. Samuel C. Marty, Hal Iones, Gleed Gaylord, Clinton H. Gates and Robinson Douglass. Barstow girls swelled with pride as they chatted with alumnae who had gone on to Wellesley, Vassar and Smith, and almost burst from their epidermises as they learned that Marvin -ll2e Mrs. Walton Hall Smith Mrs. Frank I. Ridge Mrs, Hgl Brenf Mr. Clinton Gates Gates had gone directly to Yale after graduation from Barstow. The luncheon and its floor show were su:h a hit-together with the fact that they in- spired alumnae fund pledges totaling 530,399.99 twill someone please pledge a penny more?l -that they were successfully repeated at the Kansas City Country Club in l95l. Patricia Crowe Goodwin was the new president, and the Murray-Lawrence rival to South Pacific again featured an all-star cast. The fingers of Phoebe Hasek Bunting waltzed on the ivories as Gratia Curtis Williams recalled the famous seamstress about town, Miss Rose, and Bar- stow's Gay Nineties ball dress of Chantilly lace, appliqued black roses and jet beaded cape. Barstow hearts fluttered at the turn of the century as Society dressed for the horse show, and Mary Lee Toll Brinkman modeled the evening coat from Paris with its multiple tiered collar. The luncheon guests, who included friends of Barstow as well as alumnae, laughed as Sereno Smith Neel walked beside her cycle . When the school was at 12th and Wash- fi T gi , A-w'f ' t g S I , , 1 clit' Liga , ' il if . , t 'sv Mrs. Joseph Kessinger Mrs. G. Guyton Curkener Mrs. Frank North -V 113 -- ington, and later 'way out in the country on Westport Road, cycles were lined up where convertibles stand today. A basketball dribbled and Madeline Hof! Field bounced in behind it, her yard-long pigtail bobbing in the whirlwind she created. Adopting a noble stance, Mrs. Field set mem- ory throbbing as she yodeled the hearty Barstow cheer of 1910, based on Wagner's Call of the Valkyrie . The white middy blouse and black bloomers were the costume for choruses of O hoya hoy-al From Amazon maiden on Field Day to dainty heart stealer on Graduation Day went Mamselle Barstow, portrayed by Agnes Tiemcm Bliss in traditional white embroidered mull. The forerunner of the Aikens sisters taught Barstow belles to dance, and lacque- line Welch Moseley rendered those enchanting early steps in long, black, all-enveloping tights. Milady's beach togs were a MUST in 1913, as today, and Peqqif Ott Barnes blushed modestly as she stepped forth with her brief skirt tickling the knees, and her long black stockings, fancy shoes Amt' Deyongf '51 and red bandana tickling the crowd. Glamour was the post-war password in 1918, as evidenc- ed in Martha Aikens Smith's ostrich feather fan at eventide, tulle about the head, and last year's Christmas ribbon of gold wrapped around the shoe and up the leg. Not a Barstow heart of yore that but sighed as Miss Becky Sharpe donned her once familiar high-neck shirtwaist with boned collar and long dark wool skirt, and accepted an apple from a little fellow, Clint Gates, in white straw sailor, short black suit with knees protruding, and big round white collar. The flapper days were frivolous. Pauline Snider Brent modeled the arc- tics or galoshes that gave the days their name, and Katie Buckner Kessinger kicked high to hot Charleston music in straight-hanging dress, sans waistline. Laura Kemper Toll Carkener introduced the depression era's date dress, not an ounce of extra material. The first tiny shoulder pads seemed footballish to the girls' beaux. l-lemlines went up, up, up until they reached new highs in World War ll. Alice Parker Scarritt North was one of many Barstow grads who struggled manlessly on in tight and skimpy pre-Dior daze. A 1951 senior, Amy DeYong, brought fashion up to date and down below the knees with Barstow blazer and skirt vogue of today. F or the Barstow Library Fund, established in memory of Mary Ann McAlester, S250 was collected at the 1951 luncheon from prizes donated by Constance Leiter's, lohn Watkins Drug- store and Swanson's. The library is an important part of an all-embracing fund which has been described by Mr. Sears in these words: The Alumnae Fund has been created to make possible at Barstow School an educa- tional program equal to that of the finest private schools. ln order for colleges and privately endowed schools to cont-inue to maintain their excellence during these times, tuition and other income must be supplemented. In many cases this has been accomplished through Annual Giving. The Barstow School has no endowment. So that it may continue as the fine school which it has always been and go forward in this community, it is necessary for its tuition income to be augmented by other means. Through gifts and pledges from alumnae, parents, and friends, the Alumnae Fund represents an income equivalent to that from an en- dowment of 35250,000.00. The purpose of the Fund, therefore, is to broaden Barstow's educational program, to attract and to keep the best in the teaching profession, to offer a fine schedule of extracur- ricular activities. This purpose can be accomplished only to the extent that the alumnae, parents, and friends support and maintain the Alumnae Fund. Lucia Snyder - 'I 14 - if f X ' v 3 QE N s. Hx E F , W 1 LITERATURE , t. s XXX, j g U in wgllf To The Weather-Cock Staff Each Thursday afternoon till dark Without complaint, with courage stark The busy staff has planned together To produce an annual, attractive and clever, The Muses smiled on talented Ann. With all her graces she began To organize with all her might The Weather-Cock of green and white, Reporters, artists, editors - all Photographers, managers - you'lI recall. Elected for their wit and worth, Have worked with vision, care and mirth. The Weather-Cock with all tradition The girls have brought to its fruition. This worthy staff deserves a toast, Of its achievement you can boast. Esther M. Cowan Advisor The Weather-Cock 1951 Arey Thompson Freshman Bl -116- The Weather-Cock The Weothercock stood On top of the gym. I don't know his name But it could be Tim. He looked at me And I looked at him. I said, Please Come and play with me. He said I'd love to But I con't get free. So I just looked at him And he looked at me. Susan Jane Rosse Grade 4 In Church Here in the reverent quietness and peace Where all the urban noises cease, One may sit and ponder of this life And wonder how long there will be war and strife, Here to God he may raise his prayer, Hoping that all may have their share Of love and friendship, not despair. Thus on bended knee he yields For the love and beauty of the world The prayer of thankfulness he feels. Joan Reed Senior LihC0ln Spring Lincoln was a very great man. The trees are budding. I think, he really helped the land. The birds are nesting. No President was ever so good. The rivers are flooding, Cleverly he freed the slaves, as best he could. And schools are testing. Obviously to be a President was his aim. Spring is on its way. Lincoln earned himself a great name Marilyn Wahner Nor shall we ever forget his great fame. Gmde 6 Julia Peppard Grade 5 The Needle Family About fifteen years ago in Needletown, there lived a very pretty young needle, and her name was Miss Knitting Needle, She worked in Mayor Needles office as a file girl. The Mayor worked her so hard that one day on her way home from work, she fainted in the mid- dle ot Yarn Street. A handsome young needle, by the name of Dr. Darning Needle, picked her up and car- ried her to his office. He took care of her until she felt like going home. The doctor took her to her own apartment, left her, and drove to his apartment. Later on in the evening, he drove over to see how she was. She invited him in for a few minutes, but it was forever, because a month later they were married. They bought a home on Thread Drive and soon had some little needles. The little girl was Chrochet and the little boy was Daming, Ir. Soon the children started school and Cro- chet went to the Yarn Avenue School for Girls, and Darning, Ir. went to the Yam Avenue School for Boys. They made good grades, but soon it was time for their vacation, so they went to Needle National Park and had a marvelous time. As the year passed the children finished school, and a war broke out between the dull needles and the sharp needles. The doctor and Darning, Ir., had to go to war, There was always something going on, but the story ends happily, for Doctor Darning and Darning, Ir., came home safely. Cynthia Brannock Grade 8 -l17- l Signs of Spring One day I saw a dallodil, When I was upon a hill. I saw grass, so pretty and green And those were the first signs ot spring. Betty Burke Grade 5 Earl Once there was a squirrel Whose name was Earl, He built a seat On which he would eat And there he would sit all contented. But once he had a terrible fright And you should have seen the fight. For there was no longer a squirrel Whose name was Earl! Jane Goodnow Grade 6 God's Child The baby sleeps in happiness, With rosy cheeks which God did bless. Her silky hair in curls ot gold, A woolly lamb her arms enfold. She wakes in joy with blue eyes bright, Enchanted with the sun's pure light. She begs, with arms outstretched so wide, To see the wondrous, new outside. Though light her touch, and soft her call, Her presence brings a smile to all. For she is sent from Heaven above To fill the world with peace and love. Nancy Carlat Senior Our Dormitory ncy lightly tums to thoughts of .... a circus, In the springtime when a young girl's fa we are free to let our fancy lightly tum, for we are a circus spring, winter, and fall. Who are we? We are the girls of the dormitory, Barstow's own three ring circus. Contrary to the cut and dried idea of a dormitory, where a person eats, sleeps, studies, and breathes according to the routine hours, our circus troupe consists of our leader who directs us and helps us to accomplish higher goals and the performers, who try to make the daily show a perfect one. Come one, corne all, and see our performance. The price of admission is but a smile for us and our efforts. A warning bell at seven-fifteen gives us time to prepare for the show, as the music from our radios and our hearts makes up our band. Lipstick, powder, perfume and costumes, from the clown's of the checked shirt and a plaid skirt to the queen's of an elegant sweater and matching skirt and swish accessories, are in evidence. Our circus crew travels and lives on its fondest food so chow is served twice a day under the big tent: the middle meal is eaten at the training grounds. Then our trainers for should we say tamers?l see that we come through the hoops in the form of language skills and that we walk the academic tight-rope around exam Of course, we aren't in training all day our fun acts, which are a Water Aquacade, balls in ring number three. We also have a all work and no play for we are a fun-lovin have a spare hour, come visit the circus: we time. long. For relaxation, you may like some of Ice Skating Ballet, and the juggling of basket- side show of charades. Our motto is Not g crew with a lot of spirit. If one day you guarantee fun. Middo Iornayvaz lunior -118- My Ideal Age Ah, sweet thirteen! Iam just starting on the road of life and adventure. I wish I were thirteen again , is what most adults say, but I disagree! I dislike being thirteen: not that I don't have fun, but thirteen is the first rung in the ladder of life. A girl is too old for the things she did last year and too young for other things such as high school. At fourteen I have advanced just a step higher, am included in high school activities, but am only a lowly freshman. So fourteen doesn't sound like the right age to me. Fifteen is a lot of years but not enough for my ideal age. When a girl is fifteen and Q sophomores things aren't quite so new and different. She is at an in-between age, when she really begins to develop personality. Ah, sixteen, sweet sixteen! This is the year I shall be endeavoring to become a good student, preparing for a certain college. I shall be looking ahead and wondering just what I have accomplished in the past years and looking forward to the senior year for greater accomplishments. My years in Alma Mater will soon be over. One of the best experiences about the senior year is being looked up to by the lower classes and setting a good example for them. Then I shall be at the top of the ladder and a privileged character. I think that the sixteenth year is the ideal age. Cynthia Williams Grade 8 Riddle I am a fuzzy little thing, Chestnut: in my mouth I bring. I am also very black. For my babies I bring a snack. QBIack Squirrell My Farm We moved from the city, The moon was bright. It was very big, On o winter's night. Donna TW09 We are now in the country, GfCd9 5 We like the farm, We have turkeys and chicks, We come to no harm. On the farm is a pony Nancy Duncan Who's not very big. Freshman She trots and she canters, A She can't do a jig. .h s A We also have cows 7, Q Who like to moo. ,ln f Q, ,- They sit on the ground, Y QQ:-X A I1 Their cuds to chew. ai k 1 Jig il.. .1 We like the farm, 1 my ?-Ah' Q But it's pretty small. The lake is big And the house is tall. Puget Gates Grade 4 -119- The Great, the Masterful The storm broke. Ieremy had just left the general store less than five minutes ago. The sky had promised rain all aftemoon, but when he left the store, it had looked still more threatening. Restless black clouds moved swiftly back and forth across the eerie face of the half-risen moon, tossed by a maddened wind as yet unfelt near the ground: the moon, never completely visible among the churning clouds, appeared to resemble a Witch's face, smirking menacingly through the ebon puffs from her boiling cauldron. Then had come a roll of thunder as from a kettle drum, deep foreboding. The wind gave an eerie scream, as of a demonic siren, a momentary flash of lightning, the Witch's horrid fin- gers, heretofore unseen, grabbing at a soul in the blackness, ripped across the uncertain sky, and driving pellets of rain gushed down on the little community of Mountain Gain . Now the rain subsided somewhat, and was becoming steadied, though the sky was still restless. Ieremy had hoped he would be able to make it to his mountain-top home before the storm broke, knowing full well how treacherous the mountain path would be when wet. lt was bad enough to toil up The Slate , the sheer, smooth cliff whose face was crossed by a slight path leading to his home grounds, the Summit , but any mountaineer knew the dangers of attempting to follow mountain paths at night in a storm. Ieremy naturally knew the hazards, but he had good reasons for coming to town on such an ominous night. He turned off the main road onto the path, which got steadily narrower as it gained altitude, and soon came to the place where the path began its gruelling ascent up the Slate . The driving rain hit the ground so hard that it bounced up quite high and made the path difficult to see. ,Still the path got narrower until it was little more than a foot wide. Ieremy set his jaw and attempted to grip the slick, smooth, dripping cliff with his icy hands, but the grey wall'was like misty polished glass, his hands like wet, smooth rubber. He could partially cling to the wall, though, and should have been relieved to have a chance to grip one of the few irregularities in the cliff and rest a moment, but yet he pressed on. His foot slipped in the wet, muddy clay of the path's edge, and as he adeptly recovered his balance, he saw the huge space directly beneath him. All along now his feet slipped: he could feel the many little rivulets of water running over them. The cliff angled a little, the footing seemed to be a little better, but the path then became suddenly dwindling and disappeared into space. The cliff face here was somewhat more irregular, and Ieremy, realizing he'd lost the path, completely soaked, worried, and confused, impulsively began to climb. His hands, one at a time, ever reached upward searching for a hold: now and then his feet would dangle off into nothingness, but at last his hands would reach no higher, and he knew he had reached the top. As he pulled his exhausted body to a stand, a clap of thunder roared greatly in the heavens: the moon, the very moon that had looked ready to snatch him when he was mak- ing his perilous climb, was, for once, devoid of hiding clouds across her face, and the thunder rolled once more. Ieremy looked through the density of the rain and night into the infinite space below him, and was at once conscious of the great presence of Him. In his drenched pocket he felt for it. There it was, the sole thing which had made him dare the night: the typhoid serum to save his wife. The moon showed her maddened face again, but it was soon hidden, as if by the simul- taneous clap of thunder that had heralded the triumphant, great, conquering voice of Him. Nancy Duncan Freshman -120- A Christmas Wreath We had a beautiful wreath on the door at Christmas time. It had a gold ribbon on it, wrapped around the leaves and holly so bright. Under it hung a little silver bell. Marilyn Waltner Grade 6 Harvest A harvest is an answer to a prayer That springs from almost every human heartf Not asking that the weather may be fair But, of our daily bread give us a part . The tiny seeds the farmer plants in rows Hold promise of a waving field of grain. As hopeful people watch, it daily grows From seedling to the glowing of the plain. The prairie soil, the rain and summer skies Together will produce our daily bread. A miracle takes place before our eyes And once again the multitudes are fed. The prayer is answered. Will the multitude Remember to express its gratitude? Marilyn Leidig Sophomore Peace PA' 4' QQ 9 5 Q o .sf 0 AQ if 1 S fi , Bonnie Blosser Freshman Riddle I live in a dam. I have very short fur. l'm not like a lamb And I never fal-ter. What am I? CA beaverl Jan Buckingham Grade 5 Peace is the world's candle, the light which flares eternally. The least flicker of this radiance will drive away all black shadows of trouble, and its illumination will lessen the darkness of quarrel. While there remains a single heart wishing for its glow, into that blessed place, its beams will shine. lt is inseparable from faith, hope and love: humanity cannot divide this perfect whole. ln times of strife and bitterness, peace is t-he war torn travelers guide, a strong hand reaching out to aid and point the only way. The wind of greed may seem to threaten and dim the rays, the wick may sputter under Our personal iealousies, but the guttering candle will revive and flame triumphantly even against the stormiest blasts. Peace will outlive all, because it blooms within the heart, because it is a child of God. Amy DeYong Senior -121- Early Morning The early morning sunshine As it shone upon the grass Caught all the little dewdrops In a look that seemed like glass. The birds were busily flying To and from their mud-packed nest. While the wind was softly sighing One felt a peace and rest. Myra Lou Terry Freshman Sincerity To be sincere, One must love His neighbor here- His God above. Without this love, There ne'er can be This virtue of Sincerity. The Juniors The Class of fifty-two Has spirit tried and true: The class of fifty-two They're everyone as sweet as pie - Of sweeter girls, you'll find so few. There's Martha B. so calm and wise, And Dudley D. a dear, And Coralette, our southern gal, And Sally, so sincere. You all know Deb, our president, And Mary P. so pert, And Addie M. and Toni I. In drama they're expert. The dorm is full of lovable gals, Harriet and Middo are there. There's Diana, Vicci, Nancy, and Kep, They're made of qualities rare. There's fluttery but cute Elise, And Caroline with loads of wit, There's Martha A. with so much poise And Joel whose keyboard playing's a hit There's Janet J., the auburn top, And Suzy G. so swell, And Jeannie Campbell's a darling doll, For the Juniors let's give a yell. Mignon Russell A wonderful group! Senior Some wonderful gals! The Junior Class! All wonderful pals! Janet Jones Junior My Kitten I have a Siamese kitten. She is black and white and has big blue eyes. Her name is Smokey. Most cats like to stay inside, but Smokey is different. She likes to stay outside. But in the Winter she stays indoors more than usual. She scratches on the rug and sheds her long hairs on the furniture. My mother doesn'i like this very much. Smokey is naughty but still she is one of the family. Ioyce McAnally Grade 3 -122- The Scarecrow Just what kind of fellow is a scarecrow? is he just full of straw from head toqtoe? lt's true that he endures the wind, rain and snow And keeps a steady watch on every corn row. But what are his traits, his thoughts, his goal? Does he even have straw for a soul? He is what he is through the laws of fate. His courage and stamina prove him great. So the next time you see one of his kind Don't turn your head and pay him no mind, But smile, and reassuringly wink at him, For he's doing his job and is not so grim. Ann Gustin Senior The Four Seasons One day when the boat rider, Pluto, came up the river, Neptune got angry because he always made remarks about the water. Neptune decided to do something to make Pluto thankful for what he had. He made the leaves tum brown and dry up and tall oft the trees. He made it cool and that didn't bother Pluto, so Neptune told him the next time he saw him coming he would make it really cold and freeze the water into ice. That he did. The season was called winter. When Pluto came back, the water was frozen, and he had to break the ice. He also wanted to make Neptune understand. When he broke the ice, Neptune came up and talked to Pluto. VVhen they finished the talk, Neptune was very happy and for this reason all the flowers, bushes, and leaves bloomed and that is what made spring. The spring flowers were very happy and they all qot into a huddle and prayed for the sun to come out hotter than ever before. The sun must have heard them, because next month the sun did come out red hot. It was hotter than ever. The flowers thanked the sun, and they got to live all but a few months of the year. That was the season everybody called summer. Pat Shea Grade 7 Freedom Freedom's an everlasting cry from the ends of the earth. Though it might smother it rises againg Though it might be trampled, it blaze: again. Only brighter, stronger, An everlasting cry, Freedom, Freedom! Mcrch on! Burst into flames! Mary Cox Grade 8 -123- A Mouse Has Bad Luck My story begins one cold winter day, When a big black cat, tired of play, Lay down to rest on the fireside rug, And fell asleep all warm and snug. A little grey mouse came out of his hole, And ran toward the pantry, for cheese was his goal. He suddenly stopped, and his face turned pale, 7 'l Q For his feet were planted right on the cat's tail. Q The cat let out a shrill Meow! ,' Which curdled the blood ofthe mouse, and how He rang away from the cat and his iron claw L But he couldn't escape from the sure, quick pow. 1 f A few moments later, and our hero sat Mary K- Brainerd Inside the stomach of the big black cat. Freshman Why mice get grey! A white hair did he pluck, A poor mouse certainly has bad luck. Toni lngwerson Junior What Difference? Have you ever noticed the books in a row? If one stands straight, the others follow. If one leans to the side, together they go. Since they're all much different, why should they cling so? Have you ever noticed machinery run? Each little part works 'till everything's done. It works from the rising to the setting of the sun, Yet each part's much different from the other one. But in this world of strife and fear At those with a different skin we jeer. Though they be different, we should hold them dear. God's pleading with us to do so, don't you hear? Ann Singleton Senior Sli: Violets Violets grow on the edge of the brook That flows so lazily by. - They give color to the woods around X l And laugh up at the sky. S N JI ll Joan Brady Kathleen Harless ,, Freshman Grade 6 - 124 - Sophomore Victory I jumped out ol bed with a leap and a bound To the ring of the clock which had made a great sound, For this day we had waited until it had come When the class would beat Sunset and not be outdone. For our guards there are Jan, and Karen, and Molly To dribble and foul but beat them by gollyp All the paints will be made by Adriance, Drake and Bar, And because we have spirit, we'll beat them by far. We arrive at the rally at straight eight o'clock, And perhaps all of Sunset would get a great shock At the sight of our girls who can jump, scream and yell, For we know we can win and if we don't -oh, well! We are greeted by Sunset with zeal galore And soon we find the two teams on the floor, The whistle will blow and the game will begin, But our Barstow is there, and will not give in. Soon the game's at an end and the victory is ours, But to boast we will not, when we take our showers, For this day we had waited, until it had come When the class had gained victory and not been outdone. Carol Raymond Sophomore Autumn Autumn is the interlude between summer and the time winter rushes in. Autumn is the golden season, good and lovely season. Autumn is the sound of dry, crunchy leaves follow- ing the wind down the lonely road. Autumn is the newly picked Missouri apples, the brown grass, and the tumble weeds blown against our fence. Autumn is the frost of early moming, the smell of buming leaves in city streets, the shorter days, and longer nights. Summer songs have ended, and now what do we hear? lt is the voice of the wind in the trees. The world will soon be transfigured into a world draped with the clever figures of lack Frost. Summer songs have ended, and what we hear now is the voice of the wind in the trees, the impatient cries of the birds flying South. Autumn after all is a mellow season, the golden season ,and the hunter's delight. It is the season of the leaves walking with the wind and spreading golden coins over the earth, making our fields more fertile, and more produc- tivep making old Mizzou the best of lands, the true heart of America. Caroline Buzard Iunior -125- Whoopee! It's fun to have children around the house. Sometimes they get on your nerves, but you are never sorry that you have them. Children brighten up gloomy moments when you think your bridge party is going to be a flop or when you forget to send a get well card to a friend. All children love pets ot any kind - horses, dogs, cats, rabbits, or anything. Sometimes they're a nuisance, tool A dog always follows his mistress or master everywhere he or she goes. Children play hide-and-go-seek and, of course, the clog with muddy feet hides under the bed with the children. Mommy wonders how in the world she is going to get the bed- spread and the rug clean. Most children are, at times, very noisy and destructive. Playing cowboys and Indians is a wonderful game to them, especially when they play it in the house. They point their guns, bows, and arrows at mommy. She acts as it she is scared, and they carry her off as a prisoner or else they carry her to the cookie jar and ask it they may have a cookie. Hallowe'en is the day children love. They want whistles, bells, soap, masks and all sorts of things that will make people jump out of their skins. Oh well, children are children! Iudy Pratt Grade 8 My First Love He is tall and handsomef he is my love, He is more divine than any girl could dream of. Yes, he is the most wonderful person on this earthy More than his weight of the rarest gem is he worth. lt's wonderful to sit by the fire with him and talk, Or through the wooded forest with him to walk. To dance with him fills me full of pride And forever I will feel secure with him at my side. His gentle caress is so tender and dear - if only it could last forever and a year. Since childhood, admiration for him l've had, Because you see, he is my own sweet dad. Phyllis Stalcup Senior Night Black night. Soft, cool, black night, dotted with an infinite number of stars like small winking eyes. All seeing, all knowing eyes, watching each man's every deed, be it good or Dad. Soft breezes blowing like gentle caresses from a baby's tiny hand. Night - soft and cool enough to reach out and touch. ls there a sun somewhere glaring while here there is on- ly night? leanne McPherson Senior -126- The Struggle stunned, and more than a little bit shaken frcm his head-on collision. Then, with a grunt, he got up, shook himself, and decided to try again. Maybe, maybe this time he could make it. He felt that he was losing confidence in himself, but with a shake of his head, he tried to ignore the feeling and walked back to the middle of the yard with the idea of getting a running start. His thought was that if he ran fast enough, the momentum would carry him through. When he got to about the center of the yard he stopped, turned, and wriggled but, since he was rather chubby and tired easily, he stopped struggling and rested for a while. When he felt slightly refreshed, he began kicking and twisting again. There was a purpose and a method to it this time, for first he would kick one leg, then another. Slowly, inch by inch, the rest of him was getting through. Then suddenly he was free! A bit the worse f th e ' or e wear, but fresl l can do it, he thought. It takes a little time, but still I can do it. T He sat there he next day when he was out playing with some of his friends he h d f , ear a amiliar voice calling, Billy, oh Billy, come home, your dinner is ready . His friends gave him looks that said, You have to go home now, but you know you'll never get home when your dinner's hot because you have to make such a long detour. You can never make that . From his experience the day before, Bill ' ' ' y now was confident that he could do it. Walking up to the hole in the fence, he put his head and upper part of his body through it th h : en e began to push with his feet and inch along on his rotund t-ummy. Finally, after what seemed like ages to his friends on the other side-it was actually only a couple of minutes-he was in the yard and, with a triumphant yelp to his friends, he trotted up the walk, a tired and hungry, but happy little spaniel. Puttie Puttie is my turtle, He's happy as can be. I love him very dearly And of course he loves me. Kathleen Harless Grade 6 Arey Thompson Vinnie Russell Grade 8 At Seventeen All the world is wondrous bright! flf you're looking -at it righti At Seventeen. That's the age some think it's smart To try to play the sophisticate's part. At Seventeen, it's silly. Freshman On the other side's the emotional one, Cries at everything under the sun. At Seventeen, that's natural. O Closely related, but not quite, O Are those who follow the theater's light. 0 At Seventeen, all's tragic. Last but not least are those who seize O Every chance to speak from a soap box with ease Alas, l'm afraid that l'm one of these, At Seventeen. f' fN J'Ann Spielman 'f-.L .fbi Senior -127- Childhood Episodes The incident I remember most in my childhood was the time I fell in the fireplace. It was a very cold and dreary morning in February. I was dressing in front of the fire and my brother was standing behind me. I-Ie was trying to tell me to move over so that he could get warm too, but there was a snow plow outside making a tremendous noise, and I didn't hear him. Instead of shouting, he just pushed me away, as big brothers often do. I lost my balance, and fell into the fire. For the next minute I just sat in the fire and screamed as loud as my lungs would permit, because I didn't know any better. My mother then rescued me and rushed me to the hospital. For a year I had bandages on both legs. I'll never dress in front of a fire again. Iody Dail Grade 8 Friendship Friendship is for me and you, Not for only a chosen few. It's not like money, wealth or gold, It comes to the young and remains with the old. I Friendship weather: through doubt and fear - To some it brings joy, to others, a tear. But around the clock from July to June It remains through life one's sweetest tune. Mary Denman Junior Dorothy's Wish Once there was a little girl named Dorothy Ann Myers. She was nine years old, and kind of pretty. She had yellow hair, and blue eyes. Dorothy lived in Madison, Wisconsin. One thing about Dorothy was that she was always wishing for something she didn't have, of course. One day she thought it would be nice to have wings. Another time she wished she was a millionaire. Once she wished she had four heads, six arms, ten legs and forty-two fingers. This is a very peculiar combination, but I am going to tell you about it anyway. One day in school Dorothy Ann felt odd, but unusually happy. She felt happy because her wish had come true. She definitely had forty-two fingers. Then she left her forty-two fingers alone and began studying her arithmetic. Soon she found writing very complicating, for her fingers kept getting tangled with her pencil. The next morning when she was brush- ing her hair, she noticed she had four heads. Then she ran to the full-length mirror. She had ten arms and six legs. She looked awful. Then Dorothy ran downstairs and cried, Oh Mother, look what has happened . Her mother looked. Meanwhile, Dorothy was crying some more. I just wish I was a little girl , she cried, and as if by magic, she was just plain Dorothy again. But never, as long as she lived, did Dorothy wish stupidly again. Ann Kasson Grade 4 -128- Brief is the Day As Iohnny Davies opened his eyes that morning, the Zlst of May, the sun shown in the window of the small grey room. A strange feeling of impending doom hung heavily throughe out the house. All was quiet except for the sound of the large grandfather clock ticking away the minutes of an hour, the hours of a day, and the life of a man. lt was late morning and as the day dragged slowly by, Iohnny watched the sun pass, casting weird shadows through the dusty curtain. His thoughts were those oi any person compelled to spend his last days cooped up in a small shack. However, never to the very end did anyone suspect that this would be the fateful day, that is, no one but the good Lord whose privilege it is to give as well as take away any life. The radio was on now, quietly, but it cut out the endless drone of the loud ticking. The shadows began to turn orange as the sun was setting in the West. For a long time it seemed to hang suspended as an enormous pendulum which had completed its half circle and was about to begin again. The flame grew brighter, then slowly became dull as it sank toward the Promised Land. A slight ray of hope renewed itself, but only for a second, as one last burst of light flooded the room. The sun had set: nothing remained but the twilight, inten- sifying the grey of the walls: but even that must go. Iohnny knew this and anticipated another long, silent, black night. He closed his eyes and soon fell into a deep sleep, breathing la- boriously and unevenly. The house was quiet: the breathing, heavy: and the clock, even, endless, and monot- onous. The shadows were falling fast: with them the breathing evened out. Soon all was dark: the light shown only on the other side of the world. Silence prevailed. There was no longer breathing and the clock had stopped. loAnn Straube Senior The Old Oak Tree Stately and silent stands the old oak tree In the midst ot the meadow tor all to see Mighty boughs spread out to the sky so blue Bunny COUSUIS With leaves painted in every color and hue. Ffeihman Old tree, what stories you'd tell it you could Gan' v Of joys and sorrows in this world below! Q 1 E How many centuries have you stood I, 'f K sf . Through ice, sleet and snow, through strong winds that blow? , How many lovers have carved their names 1 Q QB Upon your broad trunk, with hearts for frames? 5 G J 6 How many children have played right here FOO, Crib Q 1 And climbed your branches toward skies so blue? ll Oh, may you be spared the woodman's stroke And continue to be a magnificent oak! K May you always be an outdoor altar ' For those who need courage when they falter. Gerry Barnes Senior - 129 -- Kansas Kansas, I think, is a wonderful state. In fact, I might add, I think it is great. The people are all so friendly and gay. That I like to live here is all I can say. I love the spacious, wide open, blue skies, The rolling plains, the wind when it sighs And yet, I like the great dust storm That sweeps the dust from sunset till morn. Our sunflower is yellow: its center is brown, Its coarse long stem is a dull green gown. The meadow lark sings from dawn 'till dusk, His feathers are ruffled by each little gust. The wavy gold grain appeals to me It rustles and talks as plain as can be. Our wheat makes us famous from coast to coast. You think I'm joking - ? Well, I like to boast!!! Olive Beaham Freshman Mary K. Brainard Freshman 6 i f Wyoming Of the forty-eight states, Wyoming is the best. You can easily find her, just go to the West. Everything can be found in this wonderful state And I want you to know that it wasn't just fate. This is the state of mountain, deserts and plains, Where hunting and fishing are always the gains. lt is here rodeos are always well known, When each cowboy is completely on his own. After you have been here day after day You will find it very hard not to say, I always get a big 'howdy' with each new face, And the country is different in each little space. Liz Culver Senior The Truth Texans brag, so what? Just listen to what we've got! We've got ranches by the score, And we've got cattle galore. Our jackrabbits are so big, They carry cowboys and their rig! Every man wears a Stetson hat, Twice the size of a normal cat. Every man wears the fancy boot, Talk about shoes, they don't give a hootl Our state flower is the Blue Bonnet, If you have a hat, you should wear one on it! Our Texas Rangers are on the job, Although few Texans ever rob! Oil derricks may be seen afar But only in a fancy carl If you really want to see the wide open space .lust get yourself a horse with a normal pace And come meet Texas face to face. Mary K. Brainard Freshman -130- Sharing When you played with the little girl nextdoor to you yesterday, you shared your toys. If you had not shared your toys, you would not have had very much fun, because she would not have had anything to play with. Sharing is a lot of fun, really. Sometimes you may not want children to play with your best doll or color your favorite picture, but if you don't let them, they wouldn't have fun and neither would you. Sharing is not just with children, but it is with adults also. When your mother and father go to a club meeting and suggest some- thing, they are sharing their ideas with other club members. Even when you are on the street and you smile at someone, you are sharing your happiness. Phyllis Hauck Grade 8 A Bealle Named Mary Once there was a beautiful Bealle named MARY. She and her lover, ARTHUR, were sitting on the PORCH one night, looking at the stars, when suddenly a big BUZARD swept down and carried poor Bealle away across the wide ocean. lt was a great GAMBREL, but ARTHUR boarded the M.S. LAUTERBACH and sailed across the water to England to visit his COUSINS and also to find his sweetheart. When he landed in England, he met a MILLER who raised sugar CAIN and had seen Bealle RUSSELL out of IOHNSON County with only a box of GRAHAM crackers, a SNYDER'S pickle and a can of CAMPBELL'S soup. Wishing for a filet-MIGNON, ARTHUR came to LEWl'S CAR-LAT and borrowed a vehicle and followed his Bealle until he came to BARNUM and BRADY Circus camp Where he found his lover waiting for him. Linda Lewi Freshman Seeing Double A lot of people wish they had a twin sister or a twin brother, but when you are a twin, people are always asking you which one you are or saying, My, you two look more alike every day. Maybe someone would ask, How do people tell you apart? l never seem to call you the right name. Pretty soon it gets tiresome having people always asking you questions. Sometimes when you are walking down the street someone will say, Look, there go a pair of twins or am l seeing double? Other people stop, turn around, and look at you and then again they might ask, Are you two girls twins? You can imagine how very embarrassing it is. There are also good things about being a twin. Theres always someone to play with and some-one to study homework with. lt's fun when, after you go to bed at night and your parents have gone out of the room, to start talking and talk either until you.'re tired or till youre told to stop. lf you go on a vacation to a place where there are no children your age, you always have your twin to go riding, swimming, or sailing with you. - Now that you know some of the good things and some of the bad things about being a twin, you may make your own decision. Do you think it would be nice to have a twin brother or a twin sister? Phyllis Rahm Grade 8 -131- Duke, the Boxer Duke was born in an old broken-down shack on the edge of Edmundton. His mother was a fine breed ot boxer and his father had won first prize in every show that he had been in. Duke's mother, Lady Virginia , had run away from home because of her master, lake lenson. lake was a tall man, always angry with somebody. lake had a dog kennel and usually took care of boxers. Lady Virginia was given to lake as a reward tor having the best kennel in Edmundton. Ever since lake had Lady Virginia , he had beaten her. So you see why she ran away. Ginny, as they often called her, had had ten little boxers. She thought that all ot them were cute except Duke. Duke had an all black nose, a white stripe between his eyes and an all light brown body. When Ginny was getting ready to go back to the kennel, she left Duke behind. One day as he was walking down an old dirt road, he saw a hobo just sit- ting down to eat. Duke walked up to the hobo who was loe Brown and whined for some toad. loe shared his lunch with Duke. As loe and Duke were walking, they came to a sign that said, Edmundton . loe told Duke that he was going to take him to a kennel to be given a nice home. As soon as Duke walked into the kennel he saw his mother. She had been beat- en very hard and looked as if she had never been fed. loe gave Duke to lake and left. lake started toward Duke with a rope to tie him up to a post in his cage but as he did, Duke at- tacked him. This made lake angry and picking up a club he hit Duke over the head. Duke lay there without moving. As lake bent down to see it he had killed Duke, the dog jumped up and caught lake by the arm and bit him. As Duke started after lake again, lake was al- ready halfway out of town. When the townspeople asked lake what was the matter, he said, I am giving up the iob of keeping the kennel. Everyone was glad, because he had beaten every dog in the ken- nel. The people gave the job to loe Brown, and Duke was happy ever after. Frances Tannehill Grade 7 Jian hsmdy Washington res man Who was the man that was honest and true, And years ago did he live? 1' So now history's for me and also for you, How much did he donate and give? is Q I love to hear the stories ot him, r 4 Never do I tire of them. i Gained strength did he To love his country. Onward he fought Now peace is our motto. Susan Hanback , Grade 5 -132- Washington Washington was a very great man, And he was the first President of our land. Shall I tell you more about him, He was toll and straight and dark and thin. In Valley Forge he helped his men, Nothing could discourage George Washington. Giving them courage when hope was gone, To tight the battle on and on. Onward they went to victory grand, Now he is the Father of Our Land. Nancy Goodwin Grade 5 The Storm The sun goes in. The landscape darlcens. Rabbits scurry for their holes. Birds fly swiftly toward their nests. Nature herself crouches Iow- All is still. The Thunder bird comes sweeping down. Lightning rends the earth and sky. A driving rain beats at the ground. Plains and forest groan and sigh. Now, the storm is moving on. The din calms down. Little birds hop about And trees straighten up. Little Sister I made a wish when I was five- A sister I was choosin'. But now sometimes I wonder After seven years with Susan. She wiggles at the table And eats off each one's plate. l wonder when she's older If she'lI do it on a date. Mother tells her to be still- As still as she is able. But it is only seconds till She's underneath the table. And when it comes time for dessert She's always on a diet And Daddy finally excuses her So we can have some quiet. But there is only peace and quiet For just about a minute And then we hear her beating out Her new piece an the spinet. We're just about to finish And leave the table when She comes back to announce That she is hungry once again. 1 Nature has passed through the storm. . Betsey Belisle All is well. Grade 7 Keppy Welles Junior Experience Teaches Faith The little white guinea pig was terrified as she lay in the folds of a pink dress worn by a five year old named Ann Sutton. The child squealed with delight as she caressed the small frightened animal's warm, soft fur. The guinea pig, which had been given the name Fros- ty , had been brought from the Children's Zoo to become a member of our already quite large family of pigs. Most of these seventeen guinea pigs have been born and raised in close con- nection with human beings. When Frosty was put into her cage about two months ago, she ran about and made little noises of fright. Now she is almost like any of our other pets and has just presented us with three adorable babies which she lets us pick up and handle as well as herself, Since she has had many experiences in being fed, held, treated nicely, and in being petted, she now has faith that neither she nor her babies will be harmed. Serena Sutton Grade 8 -133- Velvet Velvet -that's a pretty word. lt has such a soft and pleasing sound. lt just rolls off the tongue with ease. Although some people have difficulty pronouncing certain words, no one would find this a hard name to pronounce. But Whats in a name? MacMillan's Modern Dictionary tells us that velvet is a silk fabric having a thick, soft pile and that velvety , its adjective, means of, or like velvet: smooth, soft, or mild . With these two definitions in mind, anyone with the slightest imagination could suggest many things that are like velvet - or velvety , Foremost among the numerous things that come to my mind is the undulating green grass of a golf course. I think there is nothing more beautiful or perfect in this perspective than a well kept green . Whenever I see one, I want to run to it and get down to feel its smoothness for myself. However, a golf course green is something that one has to enjoy the vel- vetiness of from a distance, for in reality it is not so soft and sleek as it looks. There are many, many other velvety things one could name, too-that darling of the early spring flowers, the pussy willow: a young kitten's softly fluffed fur, which is velvet at its best: those wondrous spring nights when everything is so dark and fresh and cool, and the only light is that from tiny sequined stars, and it seems as if one could actually gather up some of that gorgeous black velvet night in her own arms. There is the velvet in the woodland mosses which are found adoming trees, rocks, and Old stumps: there is that softness in the large. intelligent and beautiful eyes of a dog, and the velvet of a tiny feather from t-he breast of a bird. All of these are true velvet, Nature's velvet, so much finer and more awe-inspiring than any imitative counterpart that- man creates. Doesn't one get much more of a thrilling sensation when he caresses a kitten's soft ear or touches the fragrant petal of a rose than he would from feeling a measure of the fabric known by the name of velvet ? These things are just a few of the many beauties that Nature has to offer us. Her works of art are around us every day of our lives and we can easily find them if we have the eyes to see and the mind to appreciate. V lean McCroy Senior A Journey Each little kiss that I give to you Will help to make all our dreams come true. Follow the stars, keep the moon in viewi This is a journey leading to A lover's rendezvous. A tiny star went sailing high Gathering dreams from out the sky Telling the story of a girl and a boy Who fell in love one night- They strolled the cloud lined avenue Leading to heaven's door- And when they reached the journey's end, They loved forever more. Sally Lambert Junior -134- The Stained Glass Window Look, look up from the rail- See the many hues blending, As sinners come, humble or condescending. See the lead cast shadows, blue-black, As hearts bow, their troubles to unpack. See the even flowing stain As if constant purity could mark each pane. See the crack, the bubble, the impurities, As if it had witnessed lile's insecurities. See His blessed blood, the red, As it streamed from thorn-gashed head. See his tortured life as King of Jew, As signified by somber blue, See now, the hues catch fire, As if by some miracle inspired. See now the shadows lift and break, As if a wide path were being raked. Glorified and transfigured are red and blue, Oh, His light must be the clue. look, look up from the rail- For God will never fail. Mary Beall Porch Senior F rom The Chateau Nesting quietly around the splendor of the grand chateaux, little villages lay, and the villagers within them went about their humble tasks tending the vineyards and crops of the feudal' lord. This tranquil picture was seldom broken for the villagers except during the time of the year when festivals were held at the chateau. These rare moments of gctyety were long remembered in the mind of the peasant, and the splendor of the lords and ladies was often foremost in their thoughts as they went about their tasks during the days that followed the gay festivals. The little milkmaid as she patted the glossy side of her sleek cow, recalled the fine brocades and whispering silks of the ladiesi The tanned young man in the field would lean thoughtfully on his plow and remember the fair-skinned lords with the dash of crisp lace at their throats. Yes, work and dreaming filled the days of the peasant at the chateau. But the days of the lord and courtiers were spent in hunting and in many leisure hours of discussion of their favorite topics: art, music, books, and politics. Seldom was the pattern touched by the upheaval of war and fear. The gayety, peace, and lack of worry of the court linked perfectly with the leisure, warmth and richness of the sunny Loire valley. Yes, this was the French chateau of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. lt has given us much romance about its splendor, tall turrets, spacious parks, and rustic village. Phyllis Barnum Sophomore -135- The Window A small boy with a bundle of fringed newspapers under his arm gazed longingly into a shop window on a snowy Christmas Eve. Mony delightful things lined the nooks and corners ot the window. A gigantic toy steamer surged over the pasteboard hills and sloping valleys. Silver roller skates with twirling wheels waited patiently for someone to climb aboard. He saw with sparkling eyes a miniature red truck dumping colored blocks in scattered directions. With a whimsical look he scanned the comers of the shop and fastened his eyes on a polished baseball bat and a flashing ranger's gun. As his gaze stole slowly, hesitantly, over these wondrous things, his mind enveloped with great astonishment and wonder the unbelievable amount of unattainable treasures. The flaky snowdrops began twirling and tossing about him flirting gaily with the Wind. Reluctantly, he turned away: but he still had that en- chanting picture in his mind to last him through a snowy, make-believe Christmas. Ian Gambrel Sophomore :L If 4 My Pack Trip W - I pack my chuck and my bedroll U '- I saddle my mare and ride W Through whispering pines and the aspen, L I I A young colt at her side. K 5 1 j s ' T I On, in the mist of the morning, it On, 'neath the blazing sun, l 'l 0 Till late I ride through the sunset A And another long day is done. As I lay by my lone campfire Nancy Duncan And gaze at the stars o'erhead, Freshman A coyote howls in the distance. Wish I were home in bed! Bunny Cousins Freshman The Coming of the Seasons Hera, queen of the goodesses, gave birth to a beautiful little girl. All of the gods and goddesses worshipped the little princess. They granted her every wish. Now Hades, king of the underworld, wanted the little princess for his own. ln order to get her, he enticed her with a pot of gold, but it didn't work. He thought, and finally he remembered that little girls like pretty colors: so he painted beautiful colors across the sky. When the princess saw them, she rushed out to play in the beautiful colors ,but since they formed an arch, she slid right into the arms of Hades. When the gods and goddesses heard that the princess had been kidnapped, they caused a great commotion. They all swore by the River Styx that until the princess was returned, the weather would be constantly changing. Marianne Maguire Grade 7 -136- My Trip to Chicago My family and I went on the ten o'clock train to Chicago. When I was riding from the station to the Drake Hotel, I got my first sight of Chicago. I barely saw Lake Michigan from the taxi, but when I arrived at the hotel, I looked out over it from our window. Later a friend told me that in the summer thousands of little sailboats could be seen sailing in the harbor. From another window I saw some of the city: the Union Station, the Natural Museum, the aquarium, which we later visited, the main post office and Marshall Field's. The night we were going to leave we went to the Steven's Hotel to eat and to see an ice show. Alter the ice show we had to hurry to catch the train. We jumped on the train just as it was pulling out of the station. Virginia Raymond Grade 7 The Storm The lamp is lit, Dark skies glisten. Better be quiet! Joan Brady Better listen! Freshman Thunder roaring In the sky: Bullfrogs croaking In stream near by. As bright as day Showing barns And fields of hay. . L I . ' I' 2 Lightning's flash I l I Ik 1 . With wind and rain 5 5 Across my pane, fz- l I close my eyes , k X To dream again. Vicci Reid Junior Marie Antoinette At last the time came for her marriage. She was prepared lor the long journey and several days later she set out alone toward her new lite. Upon reaching the French border, her coach was stopped and she became acquainted with some of her new court. She was forced to give up all her Austrian possessions, even her clothes, in exchange for French ones. At last she arrived at Versailles and on May 16, l77O, she was married to the young Dauphin. She was fifteen years old and he, one year her senior, sixteen. They were married in the royal chapel in lront of only a few close relatives. lt was the custom for royal couples to sign a marriage book in those days and after Louis had signed his name, Marie Antoinette badly scrawled hers. The record is still in existence and beside her name is a large, ugly blot made when she signed the record. ln a way it was a sign of the trouble that would follow, or so a pessimist might have said. Ann Slaughter Sophomore -137- Daddy's Evening of Television Ah, television! That Atomic Age miracle which has the power to make teen-agers con- veniently forget their homework, to magnetize the youngsters' eyes at the mere mention of Hopalong Cassidy, and even to urge grandma to bite her fingernails over Lights Out. True, television affects different people in many different ways, but I have yet to see anyone who feels so strongly towards it or gets so worked up over it as my father. A typical evening at home beside that familiar shinning oak set usually follows the same general pattem. Choking down the last of his pie and washing it down with coffee, Daddy makes a bee line for the den for that much awaited Monday night schedule. Stretching out on his fa- vorite divan with a sigh of bliss and complete contentment, he prepares to feast his eyes upon the clearest television this side of New York. But wait, now he is at a bad angle with the picture. So, groaning and calling upon all the Fates to explain why he must always be so disturbed, he rises painfully and laboriously pushes the couch to the right position. Then he settles himself again on the soft cushions. Now, it seems that a chair has moved itself between Daddy's line of vision and the screen. Now, this hardly seems fair, but he pulls himself to his feet, pushes the offending chair into a corner, and again drops down upon the couch for some good listening. Or so he thinksl For now, cruel but true, it appears that there is something wrong with the set. From that rectangular screen comes not the familiar whistle of Arthur Godfrey, but a clanking sputter and numerous flashings of black and white. Now thoroughly disgusted, Daddy again rises and spends the next fifteen minutes toy- ing with the many buttons on one side of the set, until, once more, a clear, visible picture is obtained. So now, back to the couch - miraculously, there are no more interruptions - that is, no more until at least half-an-hour later, when from the depths of the couch comes a low sonorous buzz. Daddy is asleep, and enjoying his evening of television. Sydney Stayton Sophomore Snow Down come the snow flakes bright and shiny, And cover the ground when they are so tiny. It falls on a lake and falls on a river, It falls down my neck and makes me shiver. The snow is so pretty and white and new. Sledding is good and skating, too. We can make a snowman so funny, And play with him until it gets sunny. It's very cold when it is snowing My feet are cold, my cheeks are glowing. Oh, how the snow flakes come so fast I wish they'd come and really last. Kathy Lawrence Grade 4 Birth of a Bobby Pin I was once an ingot: I weighed two thousand pounds. My story is tragic, My torture had no bounds. First they pushed and pulled me Then put me in a vat. From hot to cold I turned, Uncomfortable as I sat. Then they came and bent mep At last I had a grin. Woo! It is all over- l'm now a bobby pin. Mignon Russell Senior The Stranger He marches as an army across a withered field And strikes with all his terror 'gainst helpless sword and shield. He oblterates the peasantry and those of noble birth - Singling out his victims and crushing them to earth. Sometimes he creeps mutely through stillness in the night, Leaves with triumph glowing - victorious in his might. He never hints his moving or heralds his approach - Stands silent in his conquest, far above reproach. Yet this old withered creature uses not his scythe for crime. He escapes the sight of mortals - never seen is Father Time. Ann Wallace Senior V Dublin and the Rabbits One day Paul Bunyan and his monstrous dog, Dublin, were going out in the woods to find a rabbit tor Dublin's birthday dinner. Dublin was three years old, and since he had been such a wonderful hunting dog, Bunyan had said that for his birthday dinner they would have whatever he wanted. Dublin thought and thought deciding whether he wanted meat loaves, minces, or rabbits. At last he made up his mind, since he was very lazy that day, to have a simple rabbit that was a lot easier to catch than meatloaves or minces. The rabbits would hide away and Dublin would have to catch their scent a long way oft and when he did find them, they would change into the colors of the brush and grass so he could not tell where they were. Paul Bunyan was a gigantic man, and he was noted around the world as the best hunter of all the woods. He hunted only the swittest and most cunning animals, and when he heard that Dublin wanted a rabbit, he thought this was a disgrace! To think if anyone would see him, the greatest hunter ot the woods, out hunting merely a rabbit! But since he had promised Dublin that they would hunt what Dublin wanted, he couldn't back out. They set out to the woods to find a rabbit for Dublin's birthday dinner. Now at that time all the rabbits were very stupid. When they saw a hunter coming through the woods, they would hop right up to him like a pet dog. So, as you can see, it was going to be very sim- ple to catch a rabbit. Paul and Dublin had just set out and were about a third of a mile from their logging camp when three rabbits jumped out of the bushes and ran up to Dublin and started licking his paw. When Paul saw this, he just didn't have the heart to shoot them. So, while Paul cmd Dublin were watching the tame little rabbits and their friendly ways, one little rabbit very impishly bit Dublin's little toe so hard that he shrieked and yelped until Paul couldn't stand it any longer. This made Dublin so angry that he chased after the rabbits all day long and wouldn't go home with Paul even when it was getting dark. But, the rabbits had hidden far away, and from that day rabbits have always been scared of dogs and dogs have considered rabbits their favorite meal. Marybess McCray Grade 7 -139- -l--V The Desert i Only small, stunted trees - And towering, masterful cactus E' Make up the landscape of the desert - ? The barren dusty waste of God's earth, Relieved of its continuing sameness only I By an occasional hill, house or rider. V - This is the home of a few, the love of many. W I love the wild plainland '11:Ll Untouched by civilization and unconcerned with men. Martha Spurgeon It will live on - regardless - Freshman By itself and in the souls of many Though man moves in on it, lt will live on. Though man ruins it, only for his pleasure, lt will live on, If just a memory carried by a few. I can never forget it - The desert. Rena Hedberg Freshman Seasons of the Year When I think of the seasons of our year, I think first of Spring and Old Mother Nature awakening her beautiful flowers, But when I think of summer, I think of the birds returning to their summer homes and mating and of the late flowers bursting into bloom and the fields of beautiful golden grain. Then lack Frost comes and brings the fall and winter. The fall is very beautiful with the assortment of colored leaves which Tack Frost has painted. Winter, indeed, seems entirely different with its sleeping trees covered with a blanket of snow and icicles, Mary Scott Kaiser Grade 7 The Early Stage of Imagination Everybody has the gift of a great imagination, but it usually shows up most strongly in the younger generations. Take, for instance, a brother and a sister playing with their wagon or tricycle. If you ao up and ask them what they are playing, they will answer I-louse . They will tell you they are driving to town in a new Buick convertible. Their names are, of course, Mr. and Mrs. So-and-So, as grown-up a family as you please. Maybe you have watched a group of boys playing cowboys and Indians? You can bet your boots there will be a Roy Rogers, Hopalong Cassidy, Lone Ranger, and a Geronimo in the group. The spirited stallions they ride will plunge and buck, but the little cowboys will sit tight. They all can shoot like Buffalo Bill and on their horses they can out-run a train. In other words, they're the best cowboys in the world. The child's imagination isn't stretched only when he or she is playing out of doors. A child also uses imagination when performing everyday tasks, such as taking a bath. A whole fleet of battleships sail about the bathtub carrying on a ferocious war. The waves sometimes engulf the little ships and send them down to Davy Tones' locker. All this has happened in the process of the war which was planned with careful strategy by the little occupant of the bathtub. As far as he is concerned, when he finishes his bath, he is the glorious commander of the winning fleet after a horrible war. Youth's imagination often is stretched beyond that of its elders. No matter where children are or what the time, they can be anything or do anything. Ellen Douglass Grade 8 -140- Lucy Ann rjlfyflqq My dolly is so dear to me. K 'O 0 I always hold her tenderly. l 0 I tell her many, many things. D' I hope she understands. U Sometimes she seems to look at me As if she just must say, How did you learn these things yourself? I have to stop and think, And then ot lost I know, My mommy taught them all to me A long time ago. Mignon Goetz I want the best for Lucy Ann, Freshman She must have knowledge for a tool. One thing soon, I know I must do, Enroll Lucy Ann in Barstow School. Emily Myers Grade 4 How the Seasons Came to Be As you know, there are four great winds-the south wind, the north wind, the east wind and the west wind. The south wind had a daughter whose name was Maya. Once when the north wind saw her, he fell in love with her. He disguised himself as a maiden and landed his team of coal black horses beside her and tricked her into getting into his chariot. Then suddenly he grabbed her and started his team before she could do anything. Her mother looked everywhere but could not find her, so she stopped giving good wind for crops, and let the north wind destroy almost everything. As soon as the east and west winds saw that something had to be done, they went to the north wind and made him give Maya back. At first he wouldn't hear of it, but after a while he gave her up for three months. When the south wind hears her daughter coming, she gives fair winds so the flowers will bloom to make everything nice for her daughter. As soon as Maya leaves, her mother moums and winter comes. Marcia Howard Grade 7 Christmas Day I have the responsibility for the whole nation, for you see I am the President of the United States. On Christmas Day l think of the birth of our Savior, but my mind wanders to the criti- cal situation which we are in today. The welfare of the United States lies in the decision which l make. On this wonderful day l think of all the thousands of soldiers, sailors, and marines who are far away from their homes, and their loved ones. This Christmas Day brings grief and sorrow to many as it does to me, for there have been many uncalled-tor deaths. I hope that all the soldiers out on the battlefield may be comforted in some way by remembering that this is the day of the birthot Christ. Now I must get back to my usual work ot the day, for this is not a holiday for me, because I must serve the people of the United States. Coralette McGilvray Iunior -141- The Airplane Hide My first trip in an airplane was a short but interesting one. My mother went with me, and it was her first plane ride, too. We left March 28, 1949, in the morning on a Braniff DC-6. It had four motors, two on each side. The plane itself was medium size. Daddy took us to the airport and was going to see us off, when he remembered an important appoint- ment. He told us good-by and to be carefulg then he left. When it was announced that we could board our plane, we went through the gate and started for it. As we walked up the ramp, we were greeted by a pretty stewardess. We then entered the plane and found some seats. We were talking comfortably and studying the atmosphere around us, when a sign above the door to the cockpit lit up, saying no smoking, fasten safety belts. We couldn't find the so-called safety belts. The stewardess came to us and asked why we didn't have the belts fastened. We answered that we couldn't find them. She chuckled a little and told us to stand up a minute. We did this and she pulled our safety belts from under us. After quickly and expertly fastening them, she went to her seat and fastened herself in. The plane started to quiver and vibrate. Then it started to pull and strain. We started up the runway. After we were some distance up it, we turned around and headed back, picking up speed every minute. We saw the high buildings coming very fast toward us. Mother thought we were going to hit them, but we didn't because we were already in the air. As soon as we had leveled off, I got up and started to walk around. I went to the tail of the plane and saw where the stewardess prepared the meals. I then went to the front of the plane and sat down on the right side of the door leading into the cockpit. I sat there for some time watching the propellers and the things go by below. The stewardess came over to me and asked if I wanted to do something to help her, and of course I said, Yes I helped her pass out gum and water. She then took another girl and me to a back seat where she sat down and told us about herself and her work. She gave us each a large piece of paper and had us fill out some of the blanks. Then she signed it and took it to the pilot so that he could sign it. When she gave it to us, she told us that we were honorary lunior Air I-Iostesses. The rest of the time I just looked around and chatted with mother. When we landed in Oklahoma City, I was allowed to go into the cockpit and look around. Sometimes I wonder how the pilot can remember what all the things on the instrument panel mean. The Flag You billow high above the town And guard your cities fair. You're loved throughout this land of ours, Revered in the place of prayer. You see the carnage left by wars And gaze upon sweet peace time's toil, You symbolize the hearts and thoughts Ot those who live on freedom's soil. Shirley Hayman Grade 7 Not always have you flown so high Nor stood for what today you do! You're nothing more than silk and thread Without your people with you. Thus far, Fate has been your friend, Prosperity follows in your wake: But may some angle now guide your plow For a war-weary, troubled people's sake Martha Brady Junior -142- Sudden Storm Soft ripples slide to sandy shores, Small circles point the paths of oars, Sweet breezes bring a joy to chores, And all is still. Sandpipers' tracks leave tiny marks, Gulls cry as o'er they fly in arcs, Two puppies speak in joyful barks, While songbirds trill. Then break the for horizons blue! White crests on waves of purpled hue And inward rushing winds bring clue Of coming storm. Now peace is shattered by a roar, Mad waves dash at a stubborn shore! Loud thunder cracks: the calm before Hcs fled to storm. Pure sands are pelted now by rainy Harsh winds and breakers fierce complain. Dark clouds are parted by a chain Of lightning bright. How changed the world appears! How sad That gentle breezes, then so glad, Must now bring forth a sight so mad- The storm at height! Once warm, the lovely beach now cold, Lies quaking, fearing thunder bold! Cruel tales of violence are told By breakers crass. Yet beaches dry, and sunbeams warm. Wild waves and winds may change in form, And as in life, a sudden storm Must always pass. Amy DeYong Senior The Nursery School at Barstow There was a lot of commotion as our class went down to visit the nursery school one morning. The children were running, shouting, and playing with dollies. There was one particular group that I watched that was always pulling a wagon up and down the little incline. The same little boy was always riding in the wagon and giving the orders. One little disgusted boy decided to let him go dcwn the hill all by himself. He let go of the wagon. When the little boy and the wagon almost reached the foot ol the hill, he and the wagon glided under a trapeze bar and collided with a little girl. No one was hurt but I detected a sigh as the nursery school teacher returned to her place ot vigil. Lois Dubach Grade 8 The Foreshadowing As the news ot the event of the birth of Louis XVI was being carried to Court, the messenger was thrown from his horse and instantly killed. The day ot the birth of Marie Antoinette, youngest daughter ot the Austrian Empress, Maria Theresa, was the same as that of the great earthquake in Lisbon. At the moment when Marie first set loot in the Cour de Marbre at Varsailles, a violent clap of thunder rent the air. During the celebration of her marriage to the young Louis XVI, a lrightlul disaster occurred on the very spot where they were destined to meet their tragic end twenty-three years later. Thus were the evil omens which attended the lives ol both the young Dauphin and Dauphine before and at the be- ginning ol their lite together. Adriance Armsby Sophomore -143- Man's Best Friend Dogs are man's best friends at all times. At work and play both, they are always alert. In the War they were trained to carry messages and help bring wounded men out of danger. These War dogs did deeds that- no man could have succeeded in doing. I In peace, different types of dogs do different work. Many times you can see a dog walking slowly down the street leading a blind man. A seeing-eye dog is just one of the many kinds of dogs that help mankind. If you lived in Scotland you would see many collies of pure breeds and even mon- grels tending sheep. ln the vast regions of Canada and Alaska there are two kinds of dogs that are the most important, the Husky and the St. Bernard. Many people have heard of the North- west Mounted Police and the courageous huskies. Some of the deeds they have done prove their endurance and their loyalty toward their masters, The St. Bernard dogs have traveled through snow storms and over floating ice cakes in places where you or I would never think of going. They do these deeds to reach some person who has lost his way or some advent- urer who has taken a misstep. These deeds of the dogs are never ending. Other examples of loyalty and friendship are those of the dogs that stay at home. Perhaps even you have a dog who is very loyal to you. Let's look at the boxer resting on a bed by the side of a baby. You know that this dog would never let anyone harm the baby. Take any kind of a dog and you will find that he is loyal to his master. He is his master's best friend. AW f t 0 3-Q jp if 51 43 Romaine Lilly Freshman Tic-kie Tock Tic-kie Tock ....... Tic-kie Tock Sings dear old Grandpa clock. it only he'd forget his song That time must always travel on! Many, many a year has dear old Grandpa met And still - not a minute's beat will he target. l wonder it he's ever thought Of all the joys and happy times he's brought. I suppose that's the reason why Dear old Grandpa retuses to die. Anne Simons Senior Barbara Bahm Grade 8 The Sea As days and years go rolling by, I, too, will tloat along, For l'm the never ending sea - Oh, listen to my song. l've thundered down the deep ravines, l've dribbled over rills, l've wet the very nakedness Ot treeless plains and hills. l've seen triumphant cities Grow from a tiny town, l've watched the change in living - ln travel, food and gown. l've noticed men in countless time Who rose, but soon they tell, l've telt the wounds of many wars, Oh, l've much more to tell. Yet new ideas are taking place, l know not what they be, But as the endless time runs on, l'll learn them, I, the Sea. Debbie Arthur Junior Safety The screech of the tires on the wet pavement, the mother's hysterical scream, the dull thud of a small body against the on-rushing vehicle-what do these sounds bring to mind? A busy pedestrian carefully jaywalking, a lady glancing at the latest window display, the mob's plea for help-what do these sights bringeto mind? A silent room filled with mourning people, the deep scent of many flowers, the quiet, soothing voice of a melancholy minister- what do these memories bring to mind? Life, happiness, and love. Or death, sorrow and hate? The poor mother's cry could only be for her young child who has strayed too far. Perhaps he has not been taught that the street is a dangerous play place. Then again his favorite ball might have slipped from his grasp, tantalizing him away from the protection ot his mother's side. The unfortunate young man driving the villainous car might have been going just a teeny bit fast, but wet pavement is always deceptive and little children much more so. ls this driver to blame? He didn't realize he was going over the speed limit at all and the child darted out too quickly to put the brakes to their best use. Perhaps we are similar to this poor man, not a reckless type driver but rather a nonchalant and careless one. The pedestrians mind was centered on an important business deal and the meeting to which he must arrive on time. Why wait for the light? He could cross in the center of the block faster, and he was in haste. The lady driver could not resist the temptation of a quick glance into the shop window. My, she was thinking, wouldn't that blue dress look well on mel Of course, I think . . The thought was never finished. Whose fault was this accident? Both minds were in various channels other than safe driving or walking. The mourners in the silent room tell of death, both young and old. Many of these funerals are for those killed in the thousands of car accidents all over the world. lt's too bad when some of these accidents might have been prevented by an alertness of both mind and body or by a gentle reminder to the innocent. Thus the alarm must go out not only to those of Kansas City, but to everyone. This plea comes from a mother whose only child was brutally taken away or from a woman whose husband was among the unlucky or from a friend who has lost a friend. From all those who have suffered and known grief comes this plea to stamp out the plague that seems to domi- nate the civilized race.' A Prayer Dear gracious Father in Heaven, we pray, Help us to love Thee and follow Thy way. Thy footsteps are guiding, ln Thee we're confiding. Oh, teach us to love Thee today! Thy doctrines and precepts inspire mankind, Thy gospels -a pathway to future sublime. In Thee we must trust, Least our hopes turn to dust. Oh, blest be the tie that doth bind! Ever loud, yet humble, Thy praises we sing, Our love and our trust to Thee we will bring. Thy word is our law, We answer Thy call, Dear Heavenly Father, our King! Elise Schmahlfeldt Junior Ann Singleton Senior Representative to the Southwest Safety Council The North Star Once upon a time there was a little star, the North Star, who was bigger than the other stars. Iupiter didn't like the star being bigger than the others, so he took out his two flying horses and flew up and got- the star and took it down to the underworld. When he did this, all the little stars didn't shine at night and black clouds appeared. When they appeared all the living nature began to die. lupiter didn't want that so he went to the underworld and told Satan to release the star. He released her for nine months, and for three months he kept her. Hallie Adams Grade 7 -145- Children of Wars We cannot imagine in our land so good and free That there are little children, suffering across the sea. Tattered little orphans, whose faces are pinched and cold, With their baby feet all wrapped in rags, and their faces grown so old. No tot laughing children like ours are over there: They have a race all their own, and lead lives of hopelessness and dispair. Q They are lonely and unhappy, too small or weak to question fotep How should they know that they are victims of wars, bred by lovers of hate? They wander all over the earth like little lost sheep, Crying for their parents, hungry and looking for a place to sleep. Don't they ever haunt you? Don't you see their faces, thin and wan? y Don't their sad eyes, eloquent with appeal, And deep with fear and loneliness Awaken you at night? Don't you feel a little guilty and share For a moment their unhappiness? Maybe someday these troops of children, having grown mighty and strong, Will march upon the world and point out all its wrong. ' For these Children, whose parents were meant to be free and till the sod, Aren't these children, the children of wars, also the children of God? Kathy Graham Senior My Arizona Trip ' My family went on a trip to Arizona for Christmas. We stayed at a ranch. The name of the ranch is Remuda. We went horse-back riding every day. My favorite comboy was lim. He could rope the best ot them all. Iim chose my brother and me to be in the Rodeo. We stayed at the ranch two weeks and hated to leave. Linda O'Riordan Grade 3 ' Our Barstow Barstow, Barstow is the school Where children follow the golden rule. We learn our lessons everydoy, In our extra time we go to play. We love this school with all our might, Because it tries to do what's right. ' The teachers are so fair and square And when we need them they're always there. Linda O'Riordon Joyce McAnolly Wendy Ann Thomas Grade 3 -14a- l The roses smell refreshing ...,..... This is .Iune the seventh ...................... The years have flown with swiftness Thoughts at Graduation They've brought happiness within me ..,..... The music is beginning ...................... I wonder as I watch them ........ Amy's going down the asile ....... I wonder what she's thinking ....... Alice now is going .................................. She says to me, Don't trip yourself I wait with nervous happiness ................ .. Gerry's reached the platform ........... This path has never seemed so long ........ I see Phyllis starting now ................. All those years have fled now ......... Shakespeare would have fainted ......... .. I tried out for the Latin Club ............. ll had to tell the story .,.......... The art class is behind me ......... .I'Ann, you will remember ........... The French Club, too, is over ........ The tryout was so frightful .... ..... . Do all of you remember .................... And how all of our first prize plays Oh, basketball and hockey ................ Reminds me of a certain class ......... The diplomas are awarded ............ Mr. Sears, sincere and smiling ......... Up the steps I glide with ease ..........,. In dense crowds are Mom and Dad Here we sit together .......................... Our days as one at Barstow ....... The music now begins again ..,..... The Juniors smile their wishes ..,..... seniors are in white........ graduate tonight.....,................. ....,..Which only I could know........ I have to go......... The high school marches in ...................... ......Where five last years have been......... ........She's been here fourteen years........ ..While keeping back the tears ......... . .......Gerry next in next tum now is mine.......,. ......We seem so far apart................... .............It's my turn now to start......... hope I keep in .......Are all her thoughts like mlne?..... .................Pretender tryout, too.................. .... Macbeth 's the one I slew....... ................Wore a toga, too....... ........Of how a Roman grewI........... ....,.,..Have ende -147- ....,....The brush and India ink......... .........,The outlining, I think.............. .................Gerry pulled me through....... .........Yet all my part I knew.......,......... ......,..The songs we wrote and sang....... .........Ended with a bang?.................. .......The bruises now will fade...... ........... Ed and first name is read, I stand........... .........He grasps my trembling hand..... .......Or should I say totter ................ .........They smile at me, their daughter .......The Class of d ................................ Now are done ....... ...,..We rise and leave the chairs........ .........Barstow now is theirs.....,..... Ann Wallace Senior ? I xxf ADS UW Compliments of LE I TE R'S Country Club Plaza Compliments of Westport Construction Co. 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Q, , 4 gf Q le r 'cis' QQ 1 3 XX 1 1 Q99 ' W' Dail, Jody Darnell, Susan Denman, Mary Dennis, Jeannette DeYong, Amy Dobson, Bette Gao Douglass, Ellen Drake, Marianne Dubaeh, Lois Duncan, I-fancy Dunn, Michael Fifieldg Barbara Gambrel, Jan Garber, Eleanor Garber, John Garber, Richard Garland, Nancy Gates, Janice Lee Gates, Paget Gibson, David Goetse, Alice Goetsfimon Goodnezv, J:-ne Goodwin, Haney Gossard, Suzy Graham, Kathy Graham, Ilelly Greenlease, JOhn Gustin, Ann Hanback, Ilarilyn Ilanback, Susan Hancock, Deborah Harless, Kathleen Harrow, Ifatheleen Tfauck, ' 1'hy1lis Hayman , Shirley Hedberg, Rena Henson, Julie Hill, John Howard, ifarcia Ingwersen, Toni Irwin, Susan Jaccard, Judy -g- 2212 Drury Lane 564.0 Balinder Heed Box 369, Sedan, Kansas 1251 Nest 57th Street 824 ifest 55th Street 712 East 72nd Terrace 5132 Pierce Street 6451 Sagamore Road 53214, Locust 103 and Lee Ulvd. 5h19 Pawnee Lane 22024 'fest 5 9th Street G15'Test 53rd Street Twin Oaks Apartments 1005 South Building Twin Oaks Apartments 1005 Seuth Building Twin Oaks Apartments 1005 South Building 6551 Wcnonga Road 7 East 66th Terra ce l2lst and State Line 5525 Central usoo Roanoke Parkway n.w4 51 St. Joseph, Iissuuri 17 East 62nd Street 1225 Dunford Circle '-fest Sith Street S15 W 3300 .1 est 53rd Street 615 '.':'est 65th Terrace h638 Test 70th 28hO Verona Road 5337 Canterbury 5337 Canterbury 1295 Tfcst 72nd Terrace 68hh Cherry hh07 Test 71st Street Vission, Kansas 6025 Windsor Drive 5221 1-Tall Overland Park, Kansas B19 Tfest 62nd Street hll Nest 50th Street 609 West 59th Street 821 Ihntingtou Road 503 Washita Canadian, Texas 6h37 Ihgh Drive 6515 Sagamore Road GL2389 Y6 .5056 552 51,0128 115.18356 D9418184 van F6 4:2485 !Ii.659O He.,-1113 Ye.8228 La. 57313 Hi.3285 Je.7366 Je.7366 Je.7366 La.3103 Ja,0161 Travis 39142 Hi.lG18 LO.779O 2-6017 Ja-5577 Hi. 9092 LH-139U Hi,32S5 Hi . 7060 Fe.3328 Gi.G233 Ta.6687 Ta.6687 I-541232 Deo Fe,h233 Fe. ZIe80717 De.3377 Va. 1905 Ja.Sh27 Hi.3h5S 301 Gi.7931 Fe.6hOO Ci 'E s 'fi EI CD 'Q Q c S F to ,C cu 0 5 'W fs 22' Adams, Ann Adams , Hallie Andersen, Martha Armsby, Adriance Arthur, Debbie Barnes, Kitty Barnes, Gerry Barnum, Phyllis Beaham, Olive Belisle, Betsey Berry, Diane Birmingham, Sarah Bjorklund, Bretta Bliss, Susan Blosser, Bonnie Bowe,'Robin Brady, Joan Brady, Martha Brainard, Mary Kay B annock, Cynthia Buckingham, Jan Burke,'Betty Buzard, Caroline Cain, Nancy Campbell, Jeanne Gardenas, Susan Carlat, Nancy Carstarphen, Cindy Chapman, Tuck Christopher, Alice Clark, Diana Clyne, Lynda Lou Cousins, Carol Cousins, Bunny Cox, Alice Cox, Mary Culver, Liz Curran, Terrence BANSTQW SCHOOL 1950-1951 6800 West 66th Terrace Overland Park, Kansas 6800 West 66th Terrace Overland Park, Kansas 200 West h9th Street 6215 High Drive h19 East h7th Street M39 East 55th Street M39 East 55th Street 1115 West 38th Street 3322 West 68th Street 322h West 69th Street 1030 West 65th Street 5237 Brookwood 5338 Mission Wbods Road 6510 Sagamore Road 2328 Vermont Street Lawrence, Kansas 5028 Sunset Drive 5028 Sunset Drive Box 668 ' Canadian, Texas 1207 West 68th Terrace 683h Cherry 3h08 West 69th Street 1201 West 70th Terrace 5h6 Louisiana Street Lawrence, Kansas 838 West 58th Street 715 Colonial Garden Court 5520 Falmouth Road Kansas City 3, Kansas 5hl8 Westover Road hh5 West 69th Street 63h West 59th Terrace 508 West Wilson Salina, Kansas 5836 Central , h28 west 56th 5treet h28 West 56th Street 222 South Santa Fe Salina, Kansas 56th and Blue Ridge Box 28 ' Newcastle, Wyoming 6626 Wenonga Terrace Me.8h33 Me.8h33 Ta.8376 Gi.7hb5 L00 Hioh826 Hi.h826 Lo. La.3556 Gin 8929 Ja.1hh1 Lia Ke, 6005 2503 Gi.h132 351 Va. M375 Va.h375 9011-F-h Hi De .255 Gi.935o 3868 2 Ja.h819 35h9 Gi 8268 wefzzee Jo. Dr. Ja 1h21 3000 h3l7 H1:162h Y-3520 De. Hi. Hi. 67h5 S672 5672 61ho Fl, 119 Gi. 1260 1837 Class 9 7 11 10 11 10 12 10 9 7 1 1 N 2 9 N, 9 ll 9 8 5 5 11 11 11 1 12 N N 9 11 N 2 9 12 8 12 N Palmer, Beverly Paxton, Ann Parton, Mary Peppard, Julia Perry, Richard Porch, Mary' Beall Pratt, Judy g Rahm, Barbara Rehm, Phyllis Raymond, Carol Raymond, Virginia Reames, Virginia Reed, Joeno Reed, Robins Reid, Viooi Riley, Eileen Roach, Nancy Rosse, Susan Russell, Mignon Russell, Vinnie Schmahlfeldt, Elise Shea, Pat Simpson, Christi Simons, Anne Singleton, Ann Slaughter, Ann, Sly, Carmen Snyder, Eleanor Spielmen, J'Ann Spurgeon, Martha Btalcup, Phyllis Stayton, Sydney Steenhof, Cinda Lou Straube, Jo Ann Sutton, Anne Sutton, Serena Tmnehilfl, Frances Terry, Myra Lou Thomas, -Pam Thomas , Wendy Thomp son, Arey 4 Route 4791, Box 74:57 Ft. Smith, Arkansas ,fs 612 Porte Cima Pas De.2884 612 Porte Cima Pas De.2884 1010 West 56th De.239I5 6836 Edgevale Road Dee4578 6224 Mission Road La.0529 5418 Neosho Lane Ta,6715 1264 West 61st Terrace Hi.9217 1264 West 61st Terrace Hi.92l7 RFD 4,42 Smithville Smithville, Missouri - A 804 Romany Road ' Hi.1559 59 west wintm-ops Road I-11.28740 1002 North 7th Street 5066 Garden City, Kansas 2022 East 4th Ave. De.O905 Denver 6, Colorado Box 257 7638-W-1 Joplin, Missouri , 6740 Penn Ave, Hi.8484 623 West 62nd Street Ja.8514 5050 Oak Street 5628 Pembroke Lane Gi.0896 1050 West 55rd Terrace De.5286 1000 West 65th Street Ja.6271 621 West 56th Street I-11,2007 4206 West 70th Street Fe.-7177 1206 Romany Road Hi.6246 855 West 55rd Terrace Hi.72l1 4512 Holmes We.0194 Newcastle, wyoming 615 West 68th Terrace Hi.4955 3704 Cresthaven Terrace No,7145 Fort Worth, Texas 5702 Roelend Drive He.0741 Mission, Kansas 420 Westover Road De.5560 4010 West 57th Street La.5287 1554 Lexington Court Li.1979 421 West 58th Street-,f Ja.7453 5400 Ward Parkway Hi.7775 5400 Ward Parkwqf Hi.7775 4517 Cambridge Court Wa.5580 Village Green 1015 West 54th Street Hi.49l2 6815 Cherokee Lane La.3853 6815 Cherokee Lane Las3853 5728 Rockhill Road De.4650 Ai.. 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May, Susan Mellott, Paula Miller, Adelaide Myers, Emily 0'Brian, Diane 0'Rior'dan, Diane 0fRio1-dan, Linda te 5 Little Blue Road Raytown, Missouri 6440 Summit 6858 Cherry Street 1045 N, Noyes Blvd. Ste Joseph, Missouri 442 W,69th Street 507 East 47th St. 1015 West 59th Street 102.5 West 59th Street 10132 West 66th Street 1251 West 57th, Street 5554 Crestwood Drive 1004 West 52nd Street 6455 Sagamore Road 401 West 59th Terrace 430 West 4th Colby, Kansas 6012 Morningside Drive Lenora, Kansas 6421 Overbrook Road 14 Alsace Way Colorado Springs, Colorado 2201 West 79th St, Terr, 110th and Mission Road Overland Park, Kansas 5650 High Drive 6700 Kenwood 814 Westover Road 814 Westover Road 5756 Oak 1215 West 70th Terr aoe 615 Glenview Place Joplin, Missouri Box 594 Sedan, Kansas 5420 nLooust 7659 Holmes 4500 We st 70th Terrac e Mission, Kansas 6429 High 6428 High 6428 High 147 North Box 2 Drive Drive Drive Nettleton Bonner Springs, Kansas 660 Romany Road 6555 Ward Parkway 5607 Canterbury Road 400 West Dartmouth Road 400 West Dartmouth Road 17101505 13907513 HL9263 2-4215 Hio4765 L0s7141 Hie7722 Hie7722 JaeO769 Hia0128 Jae 6314 Va.4998 14396221 Ja.678O 2 A Ja. 5962 71 Gi.O216 Main 3611 Fe.7845 Melrose Gi. 6254 Hie6454 Hi.5915 Hi.5915 Ja. 7980 De.2316 5415 669 Deg2259 Jae9542 Gie2275 Gie7951 Gie8786 Gi.-.8786 544 Ja.7561 Ja.6009 Jo .2202 DeQ89'75 Dee8975 9406 12 1 L Torrance, Kenya Troug, Donna Van Voorst, Karen Vogel, Maisie Vogt, Barbara Wallace, Ann Waltner, Marilyn Ware, Keith v.I1 Watkins, Nancy Welles, Keppy Williams, Cynthia Williams, Nelle Rae Wright, Marolyn Barnes, Mrs. Alfred E, Catron, Miss Dollie Chaffee, Mrs. Paul He Collins, Mrs. William Cowan, Mrs. James RQ Cranfill, Miss Doris Je Douglass, Mrs., Willard R. Dye, Miss Phyllis M0 Fleming, Mrs, Lyle Fo French, Mrs., CONC Bud Halik, Miss Constance Ao Hull, Mrs. Norman Leathermen,F1Virse RCF, Mann, Mrss raneis Pine, Mrs. Choifaes Porter, ,Miss Ann Ptacek, Mrs. M.E. Rogers, Mrs. Crawford Rosso, Mrs. J.Leon Sayler, Mrs. Jean Lo Sears, Mr. Richard Hs Starrett, Mrs. Rolfe Ho Steele, Mrs. Eileen Fo Thompson, Miss Virginia Wessels, Mrse Dean Bunting, Mrso Phoebe Hasek Llloscloys My-so Jacqueline Welch Kaylor, Mrs. Payton Ho ' 5 6452 Sagamore Road 6220 High Drive 5825 Overhill Read 1448 West 75rd Street 5050 oaks Apt, 905 1255 Stratford Road 1401 East 'Nth Terrace 5539 Canterbury 3216 West 58th Street Holmes Road at Outer Belt Grandview, Missoueri 222 West 68th Street 6458 Sagamore Road Garden City, Missouri wr ik if s as FACULTY 439 East 55th Street 4057 Warwick Blvd, 4925 Treost 4740 Oak Street 205 West Armour Blvd, 4527 Charlotte Street 510 East 42nd Street 6145 Fleyi Street Merriam, Kansas 8015 Metcalf Overland Park, Kansas 4133 Holly btreet 7659 Holmes Road 6811 West 71st Street Overland Park, Kansas 58-'52 Wyandotte 8116 High Drive 5050 Oak Street 2751 East 55th Terrace 814 west 52nd Street 104 East 70th Terrace 210 Brush Creek Blvd. 2840 Forest Avenue 505 West 38th Street 1255 West 61st Street 8529 High Drive La. 6452 Gis8346 GieG690 Jae 2001 Ve.e592'7 Hio5685 ' Jasl TaQ4572 Gi., 7144 Belton 14-F2 Hi 0 5228 Gio46OO 24 Hie48 26 Wee5595 JasO22l 11009825 Vac 2812 Lo08992 Loe4479 Me.761l 111192293 JBQ9542 HGa41G5 HL4595 La,,5383 Vae7242 LisB427 Weoru 88 Dea2276 Van 8550 Vas375O Lu. 8508 His'7832 Gi,,71O'7