Basic High School - El Lobo Yearbook (Henderson, NV)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1944 volume:

11 .i-'., I 944 BASIC HIGH SCHQQJL Hendersmn, Nevada This first publication of E1 Lobo is for the Student Body Of Basic High School CLARE CAMERON, Editor JACKIE CRAWFORD, Assistant Editor ICopyrighf, 194H FIRST ROWtHe'rmoine Roam. Barbara Means, Jackie Crawford. Clare Cameron, Ei'hel Longabaugh. Barbara Tinnes. Norma ,Ma+son. Tom Tweedie. SECOND ROW-Charlyne Forbess, Charles Ballmer, Bernice Weinberg, Sue Lamkin. Darrell Bernard Doris Haffield. Wanda Davis. Mary Koon+z. Ann Redde-m Tom Jekyll Bob Hendricks. The Senior Class of '44 has undertaken to edit the first 21111111le 6. edition of EL-LOBO. Wrc sincerely hope that the succeeding classes . ' will profit by the mistakes of this year's staff and that their c11- deavors will be successful t0 :1 higher degree. ?li 1t1s singulmlx 21ppmp1i21tct1121t 11c 1011c1011t11 dedicate this 111151 A11111141.Ec1itiL111 of E1 110110 to t1105L students and alumni of RusiL High School who 1121111111511 L1 Ld thci1 comm x s c2111 to dchnLl thL 111he1611t universal ripht of students cv L1Hx hL1L to 2111 education hasLd 011 the 111i11cip1Ls of f1LLL10111, 1.01L11111cc 2111L1 Lqua1 0111101 tuniti without which the forces of justice and dcnmcracy cannot 111'cv21i1. We wish them Godspeed 2111L1 2L safe return. Jiavy Lymatzines Jami, Jack Sylvester 11111 Bcdwc11 A12111 1V1CC0110111 Dave Heher 11711121111 Pciskcr Darren Bernard 1911e7clumt13111111111: Richard Hanks Gene Johnson 1V L J 1 1 1 ' 1 11111 MLI hLL Marvm Swanson Ray Gibson Harold Johnson 10111 1019111 DalL 1Joh1111y1 1011115011 11711121111 Suit gatewoacl Believing that a record of our activities, associations, and mem- ories, of our high school years at Basic High are of value to you and to us; knowing too that soon our thoughts must he turned to the more serious problems confronting us, we, the Senior Class present to you this first volume of E1 Loho. much affected by the war. gacultg Kay g. Wetrie Mr. Roy G. Petrie was assigned the full-time occupation of Sup- erintendent of Schools for the Railroad tass School District. Mr. Petrie is very well qualified having a leading personality and ten years previous experience as both teacher and principal. The construction of Basic High School began in the middle of August and was completed on October 2. The school term started October 5 with Mr. Petriz acting as adviso - as well as superinten- dent. Mr. Petrie began his education in Sparks. Nevada and completed it at the Universities 0f Nevada, Utah, and Hawaii. His first as- signment as an educator was at XVhite Pine County High Schools 2 and 3. Mr. Petrie has worked tirelessly to improve the curriculum and staff the school with competent instructors. He has been success- ful in both endeavors. He has been an understandingy and sympathe- tic advisor to the students. Our superintendent has given the stu- dents the rights of self-govermnent and has backed them in all deci- sions. A11 in all, Mr. Petrieis efforts have been directed toward the betterment and uplifting 0f the school. Mrs. Mrs. Elizabefh Vassar Lillian Rubin Arfhur R. Manion Mrs. Casferas MISS LOIS KELLEY Foreign Languages Dramatics Coach MRS. ELIZABETH VASSAR English J ownalism MRS. DOROTHY DAVENPORT Commercial Science MRS. GLADYS JACKSON DEAR Mathematics Algebra 4 Geometry ARTHUR R. MANION Social Sciences History N Government COACH ESTES MCDANIEL Boyy Athletics Physics General Science MISS KAY HACKWOOD BOW and Girly Glee Clubs Band MRS. LILLIAN RUBIN P.F.C. LEO ALTSHULER MRS. MAY CARPENTER MRS. MABEL SEXSMITH Social Sciences MRS. WINNIE HAYES MRS. CASTEHAS yaculty Sf. Mary of flu; Wasa+ch Self Lake City, Ufah Universify of Nevada Reno, Nevada Universify of Mexico Mexico Cify. Mexico English feacher in Mexico Universify of California Berkely, California Universify of Nevada Reno, Nevada Sul Ross S+afe Teacher's College AlpineI Texas Oregon S'rafe Universi+y Eugene, Oregon Oklahoma UniversHy Oklahoma Cify, Oklahoma Dusquesne Universify Fiffsburgh. Pennsylvania Universify of PHfsburgh Piffsburgh. Pennsylvania UniversHy of Arkansas FayeHeville, Arkansas Maior: Geology Universify of Nevada Reno, Nevada Hunfer'College A. B. College of +he- Cify of New York M. S. Mefeorologis+ LVAAF Arizona S+a+e Teacher's College Tempe. Arizona Universify of Nevada Reno, Nevada Universify of Uiah Salf Lake Cify. Ufah New Palfz S+a+e College of N. Y. B. S. Educefion N. Y. UniversHy New York. N. Y. gal w Kurlelmlcler Lyal W. Burkholdcr came to us from Ohio to serve in the capacity of principal. XVhile with us he made a great many improvements both in the curriculum and registration liicthnds. His attitude toward the students won him many friends among the students and the townspeople. On 'lihursday, March 23, Mr. Hurkholdcr left us to serve with the American Red Cross as Field Supervisor. Quoting Mr. Burkholdcr: I regret the fact that 1 shall not he with you any longer. but I feel that it is up to each individual to do his part in this iVar in that capacity for which he is best fitted. Unquote. Wye 2111 respected and admired Mr. Burk- holdcr's attitude. and the whole student body joins in wishing him God-spced. ag 1 $2 uslwmsas.$en$ :41? 35 3 A 3 $$$? Arm. fa Eu Senior Claw Hiatorg At the close of out association with Basic High School, we the Class 015,44100k back with a full realization that we have completed our prepzrzltory t-ztining 21nd entet an entirely different phase of our lives. We feel that the training we have received 211', Basic High School and our close association with the faculty members and feiw low students will stzmd us in good stead when we approach the problems of life. iVe Seniors are proud of our Alma Mater zmd we hope for her Continued growth as she ages. Conscious 0f the wurld at war, several members of the Junior Class of '43 resigned to join the armed forces. As this annuitl is dedicated to these members, it is only proper we mention their names here again: Art A'XI'IHStl'OHg', Heaner izmks, David Heher. Class Officers e President. Da'rel lernurdz Vice-President, Iiezmer Hanks - Charles Ballmer; Secretaryflireasurer, karhara Tinnes: Student Council tBow, Bob Hendrick - David Heher; Representative Hiirii, Sue Lamkin. SchiilarseRerhai-a Tinnes tawarded tiold 1'1 pin for sttztight A averagei. June Montgomery tawarded Silver 1 pint Jack Kroton, Rita Nintemzm thoth editnrs 0f the Journalists Victory Highlights. Sptakerse-Barbara Tinnes twinner of the Lions' Club Contest in this school. Activities-eRedueed in numbers by the resignatinn of several members, and confronted with the difficulties of a newly estab- lished school and a world at war, necessarily the Juniors had few activities. The only one of major importance was the Junior- Senior Prom, held February 12, 1943. Theme-JtSter Dust.w Queen h'l'arjorie Bertolinie. Attendzmts-elMris Strausky, Helen Kelley, Wilma Farmer, Mary Koontz. Sen iorJ Charles BALLMER Chuck College Preparafory: Vice4presi- deni of Junior Class '43; Fooiba '44: Senior Class Presidenf t44; Business Mana- ger of Vicfory Highligh'rs '44: Business Manager of El Lobe '44. Darrell BERNARD Barney '-Voca+ional; Presidenf of Junior Class '43; Foofball '44: Sergeanf of Arms '43: Direcfory of Phofography of El Lobo '44. Doroi'hy Mae BRYANT Okie 4Commercial. Clare CAMERON Deacon 4Engineering Course: Sophomore Represenfdive Sfude'nf Council '43: School Play '43: Dramchs Club '43: S'rudenf Body Presiaenf '44; Edifor of El Lobo '44: Foofball '44: Thespian '44. High school Represenfaiive to Cordinoning Council.'44. Jacqueline CRAWFORD Jackie 4College Preparatory: Sopho- more Represenieiive fo frame Cons+i+u+ion '43; Secrefary of Sfudenf Body '43: Presia denf of Spanish Club '43; Ass'f. Ediior of El Lobo '44: Chief Copy Reader of Vic- +ory Highlighis '44; Thespian '44; Junior Play '44; Senior Play '44; Dramafics Club '43. Wanda DAVIS Commercial: Adver+ising Siaff of El Lobo. Che rlyne FORBESS Arkie -Commercial Course; Senior Play '44: Thespian '44. Beverly GLAZER Bev -Commercial; Adve-rfising Staff of El Lobo '44. M Senior; Roberf HENDRICK 'Bob' ColIege Prepara+oryz Junior Re- presenfai'ive '43; Co-Capfain Foofball '41; Senior Revpresenfafive '44: Sporfs Edifor of El Lobo '44; made firsf fouchdown hr Basic's firsf foofball feam '44. Doris HATFIELD Commercial; Spanish Club '43: Adverfising Sfaff of El Lobo '44. Tom JEKYLL Rube -Co ege Preparatory; Vice-presi- denf of Senior Class '44: Sales Manager of El Lobo '44; Foofba '44. Mary KOONTZ Mac -Co ege Preparafory; Junior Prom Queen AHenda-M '43: Vice-Presidenf of Dramafics Class '43; Secrefary and Treas- urer Senior Class '44: Ass'f, Arf Ediior of El Lobo '44; Junior Prom Queen AHend- anf '44. E+hel LONGABAUGH College Preparatory; Dramafics Club '43: Journalism '43: a '44; Senior Play '44. Susan Ann LAM Kl N Suzie -College Preparafory: Junior Rep- resen+a+ive io frame Consiifufion '43: Jun- ior Sfudenf Council Represenhfive '43: Senior Sfudenf Council Represenfafive '44. Norma Jean MATSON S+ormy --College Preparafory; G. A. A. '44: Senior Class Presidenf '44: Honorable Me'niion D. A. R. '44; Senior Play '44. Ann REDEN College Prepara+ory; Ediforial Siaff El Lobo '44. Sen 50M Hermoine ROAM 'Babe - Commercial: Junior Prom Queen AHendanf '44. Willard SUIT Habi+ r-College Preparafory; Foo'rball '44; Basketball '44; genior Play '44. Dorqfhy SYLVESTER Doe -College Preparafory: Chairman of Junior Prom '43: Dramafics '43; Journal- ism '43 8 '44. Thomas TWEEDIE 3Wwe$die -Ac'ademic; Ar+ Edifor of El Lobe '44; School Play '44; Senior Play '44. Barbara Ann TINNES College Preparaiory; Secrefary of Junior Class '43; Vice Presidenf of Spanish Club '43; School Play '43; Secretary of S+uden? Body '44; Basic winner of 'Orafory Confesf sponsored by American Legion '44; Senior Play '44; Winner Lions' Club Oratory Con- fesf '44: Dramafics Club '43; Thespians '44 Bernice WEINBERG Bernie --Commercial Course; Edi'ror of Vic+ory Highling '43; Ass'i Edifor of Vic- fory Highlights '44; AdverHsing Manager of El Lobo '44: Senior Play '44; Thespian '44. Seniot Classol Qtoplzecy One dreamy spring day upon noticing in the paper that Madame Zombie, the famous fortune teller, was in town, we two inspired students of the Senior Class, decided to pay her a visit to see what was in store for us. Upon entering her dwelling we observed weird figures and dark shadows in the dim light of the room. Madame Zombie, cloaked in veils, greeted us with an eerie voice. Telling her of our desire to know our status in life ten years hence, and being interested in that of our fellow students, she agreed to give us our information for a small fee. Going into a trance and repeating some mystic words, she gazed into her crystal ball. To us it looked like an ordinary fish bowl, but to her it brought some astounding revelations. The following was what she revealed for the year 1954: Front Page News: Jean Lowry Wins Academy Award for Movie Performance in ttAxis De- feat. Clare Cameron is now mayor of that growing metropolis of Henderson, Nevada. Wanda Davis, a Powers model, was chosen as pin-up girl of the year. pom Jekyll, who piloted a B-19V4 in World War 2, is still squiring Mary Koontz around. Miss Koontz has become the personal dress designer of all the stars and the elite social set. Former Ensign of the Navy Nurse Corps, Jackie Crawford, is now happily married to a former Admiral of the Navy. Charles Ballmer has made a name for himself twe wontt say what kindi as Senator from Nevada. Miss Doris Hatfield is Senator Balimerts capable secretary. Willa1d Suit has risen fiom hired man to managei on movie star George Montgomery 5 cattle ianch in Montana. The leading character in the exciting radio serial, ttVVho Killed Cock Robin? , is none other than Beverley Glazer. The program is sponsored by ttDoes or Doesnlt Hair-Grower, the formula 0t which was perfected by the professional chemist,Ann Redden. Darrell Bernard is now Sheriff of Clark County talthough he admits he swoons at the sight of bloody Sue Lamkin, who was decorated in World War 2 as a Lieutenant of the Army Nurse Corps for her great services beyond the call of duty, is now putting her years of experience to use while playing nurse-maid to her own family. The famous ttLonely Heartll column appearing daily in the New York Times is written by none other than our own journalist, Bernie Wembex'g. Charlyne Forbess, surprisingly enough, is now bootlegg'n corn whiskey in the Ozarks. The renowned creator of the new cartoon character ttWolfy Woofles, rival to Donald Duck, is none other than Tom Tweedie. Now posing for tooth-paste ads in all the leading magazines with a thrilling smile and those lips you love to kiss is Hermoine Roam. Dorothy Bryant has become a hard-boiled school teacher who rules with an iron hand without the velvet glove. At Henderson High School, Ethel Longabaugh is now the dramatic Coach and is turning out many good tand otherwisei performances. Bob Hendricks, a former All Star football player, is now raising thoroughbred horses. Norma Matson has become a Detective-Reporter who really knows how to catch her man. The author of the current best-seller ttRomance of a Grain of Sandyl is the brilliant literary genius, Barbara Tinnes. Dorothy Sylvester was chosen best comedian of the year and has announced that for a small fee she will gladly entertain at the deserted Colony Club and similar places. Thus Madame Zombieis revelations were ended. We thanked her and went out into the glaring sunlight greatly reassured, though somewhat dazed, about the future success of our class. 1954 would indeed be a year to look forward to. Senior; trele to Charledton Many gmans were heard coming from the members of the Senior Class on Wednesday, January 19 as a result of spending the preceding 'lhuesday at Mount Charleston. The Cries of ttOueh ! were caused by the bumps received while tohogganing down the mountain side. Brrrrrrrrr! Was that snow cold! But all of this was soon remedied as the food was brought out and the fire huilt. tConfinued on next paged . Seniora trek to Charleaton Roasted weiners. salad, pieldes,: cakes, cookies, candy, and coffee twith the delightful flavor of twigs and ashew more than satisfied the ravenous appetities 0f the CIZISS. Mrs. Vassar, the senior Class 51mm sor, patiently chaperoned the 'am- hunctious group. The cold feet, hard humps, the food, and the nice varm fire, all went to- gether to make up a day full of fun, and :1 daf to he remembered by the members of the Senior Class. Zhedpiand Jutograplw 0f rghwpiand Senior flag The curtain went up 011 the first act of The House of Terror, and reached an exciting climax before the audience realized that they were witnessing dress rehearsal. Just as this was lmmght home to them, however. a real mystery beganna mystery that ine volved the members of the eastt the director and all those concerned with the production. The leading lady faints after being warned by a mysterious voice to leave the east at once or suffer the Conse- quences. 'llhinking this to 1,, a prank on the part of some fun-lov ing member of the east, the director orders the young thespians to go on with the rehearsal. They are all particularly anxious to give a good performance as the author of the play is present. At the end of the first act, however. the play was interrupted again by the elements of the real 1113'stery. From this point on the play is a whirlwind of excitement. A kidnapping occurs. a murder is almost committed and the members of the cast are thrown into a state bordering on panic when it is discovered that some one is out to ruin their performance. The comedy element creeps into every situation and relieves the sus- pense, and the final denouement was a surprise to all. The eha taeters were: lerniee lVeinhei-g. the d ama coach: Jackie Crawford. the hem- ine; Norma lVlatsmi. the comedy maid; Ethel Longabaugh, the char- acter lady: Barbara Tennes. the assistant director: Chayrlene F01 - bess, Tom's mother; Ray Harliert, the hero: Tom Tweedie, the vil- lain: Bob Tardiff. the character man; Gordon Hayes, the stage manager: XVillarcl Suit. th x author: Bill Lund, the sheriff. The play was patiently directed by Miss Lois Kelley. Junior flag ttAmeriean Eagleh is an action mystery play concerned with whom is sabotaging the fastest pursuit plane ever built. It is Chuck full of thrills, mysterious radio messages, unknown assail- ants, and complications which keep everyone breathless 0r laugh- ing. The Junior Class did a swell job of putting the play over under the direction of the Dramatic Coach, Miss Kelley. Cast of Clzamctets Valerie Palmer, owner of the American Eagle ........ Eleanor Welsh Zoe. her secretary .......................................................... Helen Stewart Craig Norris, a test pilot .................................................... Bob Tardiff Jonnie Bayles, a reporter ............................................ 301mie Zellner J. C. Ungar, a banker .......................................................... Bob Beavers Phil Palmer, Valeriehs younger brother ................................ Bill Witt Captain Lawrence, an airplane inspector ........................ Bob Martin Davis, a test pilot .......................................................... Harold Hansen Fanchon, an international entertainer ...................... Jackie Ctawford Quinn, a detective Ru Harbart Enid, an air hostess er: ....................................... Joy Glenn Roberts, a nurse ................................................................. A leta Brown Dr. Hartley, 3 physician ............................................ Stanley Appuhn 112111111 Davis, the test piloths wifee....'5j. ......................... 'Sobbie Means Strange Man .............................................................. Charles Sylvester Stage Manager .............. . ........................................................... I 'Eill Lund The cast, as a token of appreciation to Miss Kelley for her p21- ticnt coaching, presented her with one dozen beautiful red roses and a lovely orchid. Between acts Bernice XVeinherg and Jackie Ctuwford enter- tained with vocal solos. School flag The School Play, uG 'andpa's Twin Sister, was presented Friday, December 10, 1943. ttGrandpa's Twin Sister. a hilarious comedy in three acts, concerns HGYUIdDILH a cantankerous old man who enjoys poor health, gets a thrill out of nrdcring people around, especially at medicine time. He is constantly worried as to how to escape the persistent effort of Wridow XVilliams to snare him as her fourth husband, by fair moans HY foul. The entire play was superbly cast and named as one of the really big events of the school year. The cast x ?as as follows: C .andpa Hatchcr, a cantankerous uld man ........................ Leslie Blair Widow Williams, an undying flame ...................... Darlean Bordwcll CIarzL Edgafs hossy wife ................................................ Margie IH-icml Edgar, Grandpzfs grandncphmv ...................................... Scott Cm'hctl Ecttyt Grandpak g 2111ddaug11tc1- Xlltgn Settle Louise, Gramlpzfs grandniccc ................................ Ethel Longahaugh Doctor Ralph, a young doctor .............................................. 30h Tardiff Maggie, the Irish cook ........................................................ Patsy Settle Adam McPherson, Maggick maiI-ordcr husband ........ Tom Twccdic Henry Collins. a smart lawyer ................................................ EiH Lund Miss Kelley was presented with one dozen yellow roses and per- fume by the cast as a token of thci ' appreciation for her patience in producing the play. .m WMW gw gastotzy ofguniotz Class of ,44 Old enough to reap the benefits Hf past experience, the Juniors are not tied with the responsibilities of the Seniors. Upperclassmen, they are not overly aware of the iiearness of their graduation. 13er- haps, 1110sti111p0rtant ofall, they act as a medium between the upper and lower classes. No members of the Junior Class of '44 resigned to join the armed forces, but they were 110 less conscious of the world at war. Yes, they knew they might have to fight as their brothers, sisters and relatives had fought before. Wrisely, however, they realized that the really big fight for the preservation of American ideals and ways of life would come in the p race to follow. They were prepar- ing themselves with a free and learned mind that they might help win this biggest of all fights-4hat they might say to themselves with a clear conscience, H'lihey died not in vainf Class Sponsors-Mrs. Davenport, Mr. McDoniel. Class Room Mother-Mrs. Yon Kampen twithdrewjiy Mrs. Brecheisen. The Junior Class of '44 was especially well represented in sports in school year 1943-44. Besides five Juniors lettering in football, both special awards of the football s iason went to Juniors. Frank Smoke received the first award inscribed HMost valuable player of 1943.H Don Reid received the seond inscribed Best sport.H Four Juniors also lettered in basketball. The names of these Junior lete termen are listed below. Alex Coronens, Harold Hansen, Harold Me- Football Lettermen Coy, Don Reid, F'ank Smoke. Basketball Lettermen-Harold Hansen, Don Reid, Frank Smoke, Bill West. Junior-Sophonmre Six-Man Fuothall Game The Sophomore Class challenged the Juniors to a six-man foot- ball game. The Juniors quickly accepted and the final scores read as follows: Juninrs. 12; Sophomores, 6. Outstandingr Members Seholars-Members of Phi Beta Sigma: Meta Brown, Hill tVest. JournalistS4Barhata Means tEditor of Victory Highlightsi. Speakers-Barbara Means, Bob ieayers. Stanley APPUHN Bob BEAVERS James WILLIAMSON June BRECHEISEN Virgie COATS Treasurer juniom BILL WEST Presidenf FRANK SMOKE Vice-Presidenf Alefa BROWN Alex CORONEOS Ted GARLAND Harold HANSEN Mary Lou MORTON Dorofhy MABIE w Bob MARTIN Darlene MARTIN Barbara MEANS Council Member Donna NETHERTON Don REID Teresa RODRIGUEZ junior; H ELEN STEWART Secrefary HAROLD MCCOY Council Member Myrfle BARBOUR Wylie TOMPKI NS Joyce VON KAMPEN Clara WILLIAMS Eleanora WELSH Bill WITT Bonnie ZELLNER guniot Educational Qay at Wt. Cleatleston MARCH 6, 1944 The whole day was spent at Char- leston and most of that in observing the magnificient structure of the snow flake. Those first to arrive at the Lodge quickly pointed this out to the later arrivals, for they literally filled their eyes with the snow. The excursion was supervised by Mr. MC- Doniel. junior Carnival Two Juniors, Betty Arnold and Stan Appuhn, were proclaimed as diety to reign over the Junior Carnival given November 20 in the high school auditorium. Chuck 1allmer, acting master of eeremoniex did the honors of coronation and presented each with an elaborately wrapped gift. A11 att eaetively decorated cake, specially baked for. the occasion, was brought before the queen and with due ceremony cut by rletty and the sacred pieces auctioned off to the highest bidders. During the course of the evening, a program was presented con- sisting of two interesting tap dances by two grammar school stu- dents, Patsy 80101112111 and Mary Ellen- Hall. Myrtle Harbour won the twenty-five dollar var bond raffled off. Another of the main attractions of the evening was hBarney'sh Ear. Other concessions and att actions were dancing, the 11Sweets Counter, Mervin the Magician, Dart '11hrowing, Fishing VVelL Bingo, Spook House, and 112111 '11hrmving'. The purpose of the carnival was to raise funds for the coming Junior-Senior Prom: and we11 over two hundred dollars was cleared. a Jutograplw 0f Jthleteg e.Eeifterrnen Fronf RotheH fo Righf-Williard SUIT. Charles SCHWER. Don AIKEN, George LINDESMITH. Dick MILES, Harold HANSEN. Clare CAMERON. Don REIDI Frank SMOKE. Back Rotherry TATOM, Roberf HENDRICKS. Darrell BERNARD, Tom JEKYLL, Ed RUTHERFORD. Bud SUTTON, Alex CORONEOSI Bill WEST. 111 the future Basic High School will sponsor a three phase spurts calendar constitutng football, basketball, and truck. XVith the training program instigated by Coach MC Donicl, Easic promises to turn out some fine athletes in the coming years. gootball This was the Basic Wolves first year on the gridiron. Although all the boys were green, we consider that they whipped up into a first class team due to the undying efforts of Coach McDanil. Even though the scores were against us, we consider it a very successful season. The first game we played was on our home field with the Vegas Wildcats. Our second game was also on our home field when we tangled with the Boulder Eagles. The third was played away from home at Panaca. We then played the three teams again, Boulder first, Vegas second and Panaca last. Although this was our first year, we had two all-conference men: Smoke, first team quarterback, and Lindesmith, second team halfback. Tom Jekyll received honorable mention. The scores for the season are as follows: Basic ................ 0 Vegas ................ 21 Basic ................ 0 Boulder ............ 14 lasic ................ O Panaea .............. 12 Basic ................ 6 Boulder ............ 35 Basis: ................ 7 Vegas ................ 7 lasic ................ 0 Panaca .............. 8 w2M 9001366111 Squat! FIRST ROW George Schwarz. Chuck Berfolini, Frank Smoke, Dick Miles. La Mar Harris, Ted Vincenf, Don Reid SECOND ROW-Coach Esfes McDonieI, Harold Hansen, Clare Cameron, Bud SuHon. Alex Coroneos. Sfanley Appuhn, Tex Schwer, Willard Sui+ THIRD ROW-Ed Rufherford. Jackson Winfers. Jerry Tafom, Bob Hendrick. Darrell Bernard. George Lindesmifh' Corky McCoy XVithin two years. Basic should he a scrinus contender for the state title, and Should win half of the games next year. pmvidcd 111C buys come back nut next szII; -C021Ch McDaniel. gwgu 05 RK mm R MD mm UH RB DO EB FRANK SMOKE TOM JEKYLL Tex SCHWER Don REID Ted VINCENT Harold MCCOY Clare CAMERON Bob HENDRICKS Frank SMOKE George LINDESMITH Harold HANSEN iard SUIT W Sfanley APPUHN LaMar HARRIS Alex CORONEOS Z T R A w H C S e m. o e G Darrell BERNARD ix reamfxb aiwpiva w gay nmmwam 5th Jackson WINTERS Bud SUTTON Jerry TATOM COACH SPORT ANALYSIS by Coach From the standpoint of games won and lost, Basic's football team had a very poor year. Taking into consideration that this was the first year 011 the grid, they showed above- average ability as it usually takes a school from seven to twelve years to get a winning team. $asic tied the most dreaded team in sotithem conference and scored at least a moral victory over them. Most one- year teams are topped by scores of 30 and more while Basieis worst defeat was 32-6. JteJ Macboniel Five of the main string guduate this spring of '44. The team of '43- '44 was started with a bunch of in- experienced boys with a determina- tion t0 put their school 011 the map. team of Ilasie won one out of fifteen games played. The first team consisted oi The second basketball one senior, three juniors, four soph- onmres. and two freshmen. These boys had the best defensive team in Southern Nevada. Their offensive was weak, which explains the num- ber of losses. J.?cwlzetball The 1943-44 basketball season was only the second for the Basic Wolves. The team had only four lettermen from the previous year. Even with the handicaps of lack of experience and playing together, the team proved a worthy opponent for all its challengers. The final result was sixteen games lost; one game won. Viewing the circumstance, though, the outcome was somewhat bet ter. All Of the games were reasonably close. Except for a few the scores were always within 'ten points of each other. From a statistical outlook the season V'asnlt too much of a success. In the tournament the Wolves made a good Showing by outscoring Boul- der in every quarter but one. That one quarter lost the game. Out of the Basic team, two players were placed on the all-tournainent team. These were Harold Hansen, forward, and George Lindesmith, guard. The high-point men of the season were Don Aikin, guard, with a total of 85 points, Trimble with 54, and Lund with 36. The record of Trimble, a fresh man, is very good in that he played only 47 out of 76 quarters. His failure to participate in the rest of the games was due to illness. There were only two seniors 0n the team, Willard Suit and C. E. Goings. Goings left in the middle of the season and Suit will graduate this spring. Aside from these two and the losses of players by their moving away, the entire squad will be back next year. The results of the seasmfs games are: Basic ................ 15 Basic ................ 23 Basic ................ 15 xtBasic . ............... 25 Basic ................ 3 Basic ................ 14 tBasic ................ 14 Basic ................ 10 Basic ................ 31 Basic ................ 4 Vegas ........................ 27 Vegas ........................ 30 Alamo ...................... 20 Power Turrets ...... 37 Overton .................... 10 Lincoln County ...... 18 Central Market 61 Needles .................... 27 Needles .................... 17 Overton .................... 21 Basic ................ 15 Basic ................ 20 Basic ................ 18 ' Basic ................ 9 Basic ................ 25 Basic ................ 16 Basic ................ 17 t tBasic ................ 29 t tBasic ................ 18 tNon-conference Alamo ...................... 30 Lincoln County ...... 28 Las Vegas ................ 20 Boulder .................... 32 Boulder .................... 34 Needles .................... 23 Needles .................... 21 Boulder .................... 34 Lincoln County ...... 27 Tournament $asketball Squad TOP ROW-Leff f0 righ+ Coach McDONIEL, Don AIKIN. Don REID, George LINDESMITH, Williard SUIT. Alex CORONEOS. Bill LUND, Jackson WINTERS. Bill WEST, Harold HANSEN. Frank SMOKE. BOTTOM ROW-Ed RUTHERFORD. LaMar HARRIS. Charles SYLVESTER. EvereH BALLMER, Bob MARTIN. Bud SUTTON. Charles ADAMS. John SERNO. Jim WRIGHT. Dick MILES. UThe next three years are most promising. Basic will win Southern Zone Championship two out of three ycars. -C0ach McDaniel. Bill LUND Harold HANSEN George LINDESMITH Don AIKEN EvereH BALLMER Bud SUTTON John MOORE LaMar HARRIS Don REID Jackson WINTERS Williard SUIT Alex CORONEAS Bill WEST Frank SMOKE Bob MARTIN Chuck SYLVESTER Cons'rruction 0'1 Silos and Peaf Storage Buildings Enough Steel +0 Erecf Hue Empire Shite Building 131M. J1. From desert wastes to the largest magnesium manufacturing plant on earth! That1s the story of B. M. I.-Basic Magnesium, Incorporated. Started on September 14, 1941, under an Anglo-British alliance, first production of ch10- iune was hailed on July 29, 1942, and thirty days later the first pot of magnesium was ladled in the presence of a notable group of statesmen and war workers. The story between the starting date and the first ttshowmg is a matter of historical achieve- ment, wherein the ingenuity of American chem- istry and engineering wrote a startling new chapter. The electrolytic process of manufacturing magnesium was developed in Germany but was introduced into England by Major C. P. Ball. president of the big British Electron, Limited, a magnesium concern. Under the spur of war necessity, American interests headed by Howard P. Eells, of Cleveland, Ohio, formed Basic Mag- nesium, Incorporated, with ownership shared by the British company. The McNeil Construction company of Los An- geles was awarded the master contract and they began the first mass pouring of concrete on NO- vember 24, 1941,-just two weeks before the treacherous event at Pearl Harbor. anager F.0.Case,$enafor Pat McCarran Show Nevada Silver Bus Bars Before the completion of the job on May 14, 1943, over a quarter of a million cubic yards of concrete were poured. Enough steel was used to erect a structure as large as the Empire State building. Twenty-three million dollars worth cf silver, originally mined in Nevada, were util- ized for electrical bus bars in addition to some eighty odd miles of copper. Electricity is brought from Boulder Dam through two transmission lines with a capacity of 230,000 volts each. More than a hundred miles of copper cable weighing approximately 500 tons were strung. One hundred seventy- eight steel towers, especially designed, are re quired to handle this load; seventy sub-stations in which massive 110-ton transformers are housed, were thrown into the system. Electrical apparatus on the project approaches the thirty- six million-dollar mark. Imagine the magnitude of this $150,000,000 project with more than fourteen miles of paved highways, ten metals units, each covering more than a city block, and supplementary buildings of the plant scattered over a section twelve by twenty-five city blocks. One hundred and eighty thousand gallons of paint were appliedesuffi- cient to paint twenty three-inch barber post stripes around the world. Several units required CruciHe of MoHen Magnesium as many as twentyeone coats of acid-resisting paint. More than 20 million bricks of fantastic shapes were laid in what is termed the worlds largest refractory brick yard. In the electrolysis cells alone there were four million bricks laid, each of which had to be ground on precision wheels to a tolerance of one sixty-fourth, and applied with ice-cold mortar. Into the plumbing went countless miles of pipe made of glass, stone, copper, rubber-lined metal, pure nickel and even porcelain. The raw material from which magnesium is produced for war needs is mined at Gabbs, Nevada, 350 miles from the refining plant. The haul from mine to mill is accomplished by espe- cially designed trucks over the largest trek awarded in America. Close to 160,000 tons of magnesite ore are required annually to keep the project in full production. A total of 700 tons of dry materials daily are run through the hop- pers and include vast quantities of salt and coal. The daily output is equivalent to a quarter of a million incendiary bomb casings! In 1943 the output of B. M. I. equalled the entire production of the United States for the twenty-seven years preceding Pearl Harbor! In 1915 magnesium sold for $5 a pound, in 1925 the price was lowered to $1 a pound, in 1944 it costs $.227. Today, with Anaconda Min- ing and Copper Company managing Basic Mag- nesium Incorporated for the United States Gov- ernment, magnesium costs have been reduced to $22 per cubic foot as compared to $25 for aluminum, $37 for zinc and $65 for copper. When its lighter weight is considered, mag- nesium is the lowest priced commercial light metal on the world market. To accommodate war workers and their fam- ilies, housing facilities have been completed and the new town of Henderson, Nevada, is the third largest in the state. One thousand four and five-room houses were constructed in the original townsite while additions in Victory Village provide for nearly 500 families and un- attached men. A community known as Carver Park, housing hundreds of negro workers, is rapidly becoming one of the model areas of Nevada. Two churches, erected at a cost of $23,000 each, permit community worshipt Other relig- ious groups utilize school facilities throughout Nafive Desert Before Start of Plan+ Construction in Sep+ember. I94I x? 355 M Mumrxf a Aerial View of Completed Plant. in.Augus+. I942 the townsite district. The shopping center com- prises shops, stores and recreational buildings including a grocery store and market, depart- ment store, laundry, shoe repair shop, beauty parlor, exoress office and telegraph station, drug store, barber shop, bowling alleys, post office, jewelry store and a theater seating 785 persons. Educational facilities include four schools made up of three elementary and one high schcol. There is a total of 72 members in the faculty. The high school, with 235 students enrolled this year, has recently been accredited. The athletic equipment of the school ranks among the best in the state. This year the Basic football team made its debut and in all respects the members proved themselves worthy of the remark of one critic to the effect that in future years we would have many prize winning teams from Basic. Basic is equipped to participate in all ohases 0f the interscholastic sports; with a turfed football field surrounded by a track out- side of which is space for a baseball diamond. The educational facilities are as yet not com- pleted although the appropriations for all equip- ment has been approved. By next fall there Will be a vocational training unit comprising six buildings, each housing a separate unit. There will be a choice of six different types of training, ranging from carpenter shop to radio technician. This unit will be erected at a cost of one hundred thousand dollars. The facilities will be used to increase the efficiency of plant personnel, as well as to train the future work- ers. Upon the completion of this unit this school will be one of the finest vocational schools in the west. The graduating seniors of this year take jus- tifiable pride in the part they have played dur- ing these history-making days under the banner of a war-time industry. Many have witnessed the growth from HDesert Wastes of this tre- mendous and important essential war plant. They have learned the vital need for this prod- uct and they understand the future of the metal in commercial fields. They have thrilled at the progress of our armies and air forces throughout the world in the knowledge that here in the shadow of the worlds largest magnesium producing industry, they have seen the ultimate path of victory laid on an unbeatable carpet of peace-producing magnesium. ki' gitls , uq titleiic egssocialion The organization Hf the tiirls' Athletic Association was completed January 20, 1944. The organizatimn was set up as follows: Dorothy Cook, President; Pat Rutherford, Secretary; Helen Stewart. Treasurer. Mrs. Carpenter, Sponsor. The CLAA. schedule was set up as fullowsz January 20 to March 9e11askethall for 8 111eetings. March 16 to April ZWVOIleyhall for 6 meetings. Apri127to May ZSaSofthall for the remainder of, the year. The I'Eowling' Team received credit every Friday after school at the 'Ihtwling Alley. Their most exciting game of the year was a hilarious game played between the Basic UAA. and the Boyst Basketball team, the boys being dressed in dresses, aprons, Easter hamlets, and to make it a little easier for them, on their hands they wore boxing gloves. The boys, in spite of abiding by the girlst basketball rules, won the game and provided a lot of fun for the crowd. All girls belonging to the GJXA. received certificates and all those girls who played in the games with Boulder City and attended 111eeting's regularly received letters. ers 7uqtlz letic uqssocia tion The following are members of GAA; Bertha Bernard, Pat Bishop, Barbara Bordwell, Aleta Brown, Connie Burkholder, Doro- thy Cook, Teresa Entrikin, Doris Gilmzm, Joy Glenn, Louisp Koontz, Mary Hostetler, Norma Matson, Mary McNamara, Ramona Moss, Barbara Olsen, Pat Rutherford, Bernease Simmons, Helen Stewart, Peggy Stewart, Jean Tweedie, Terry XVeinbcrg, Julene Young, Joyce V011 Kampen, and Bonnie Zellner. Cheer Leaders LEFT TO RIGHT- TERRY WEINBERG LOUISE KOONTZ JOY GLENN CampuJ Snapd Meet your fellow students in snapshots around the czunpus. Leff Wanfa Ride? Scrimmage Trouble! Righf Where's The Booze? Where's Deac's Specs? Kickoff n e m h 4a m 9 la n a 4a e r m 0 hp 0 5 Sophomore Claw Hidtorg The g.g'overningy body of the Sephomore Class is made up of four officers and two representatives to the Student Council. The offi- cers elected were: President .......................... lloh Newton trepiueed by Bill LuncU. Vice President .............................................................. 30h Tardiff Secretary .................... Ailene Settle treplzleed by Jean TweediQ Treasurer .................................................................. Chuck Sylvester Representatives ............ Connie Burkholder and Chuck Bertolini The class has been responsible for the planning of two assems hlies this year. The first, being held on Dec. 7th, was made, up of talks given by two young gunners dealing with their experiences as servicemen OVCI'SCZIS. The second was a burlesque debate on WVhieh is the Greater Menace to Society, Halitosis or Dandruff? The Sophs have been well represented in the various sports in which the school has participated. Seven Sophonmre boys received letters in foohall and three were outstanding members of the basketball t 11111. A Reverse dance was put on by the Class on Dec. 11 21nd deco- rated in a Christmas theme, due to its being held one week before the Christmas Holidays. A Sophomore party was held at Mt. Charleston for the enjoy- ment of the Sophomore students. SOPAOMOPeJ FIRST ROW-Charles Schwer, Jerry Tafom. Chuck Berfolini, Charles Sylvesfer, Alberf Tubbs. Dick MHes, Don Raker. Kenne+h Johnson. r' SECOND ROW-Mary Gene McNamara. Terry Weinberg. Don Bre-cheisen. Muriel Davis, Kay Vassar, Bill Devlin. THIRD ROW-Bill Raines. Bob Newfon. Bob GuyeHe, Doris Wade, Fern Millef, Julene Young, Berfha Bernard. Ed Rufherford. George Lindesmifh. EvereH Ballmer. Hope Vassar. Ramona Moss. Pa+ Rufhelrford. Connie Burkholder. Don Aiken. FOURTH ROW Mae Winfers. Jean Tweedie, Margie Friend. Marilyn Turner, Shirley Dill. Jerry Whisenanf, Jean Col- lins, Helen Carfer, Bobbie Jean Dove. Marcella Hock. FIFTH ROW-George Schwarfz, LaMar Harris. Bill Clemenis, Johnny Serna, Bonnie Williams. Shirley Lindquisf, Mary Hos+e+ler. Dorofhy George. SIXTH ROW-Jack Miller. James Gamble. Charles J. Adams. Bud SuHon. Bill Lund. Bob Tardiff. greslz Man jfis tory The Freshman Class started out with a bang! The first of our activities began with the Freshman Initiation Week which proved quite hilarious. These ttgreenll students wore everything from pa- jamas t0 the opposite sex's clothes to school. Of course. those mighty seniors were at the head of all this and 011 Friday, Septem- ber 17 at the Initiation Dance the Freshmen were the entertainers. They gave poems, songs, and participated in the beauty contest in which ten Freshman boys took part. Jim Gilman was proclaimed as UMiss Basic? The Freshman Class entertained the student body with two assemblies, the first in honor of St. Valentines Day and Lincolnls birthday, and the second an Easter program. Class Officers FRANK HOUSE .............. President PAT FITKIN ............. Vitce-President GORDON HAYES .............. Secretary LOUISE KOONTZ ............. Treasurer Student Council Representatives PEGGY STEWART DICK TREET 1N MEMORIAM The Freshmen suffered the loss of their friend and classmate, Tona Williams, who passed away March 6. To all who knew her she was a true friend. gregltmen FIRST ROW. IeH +0 righf-Jimmy Wright Ann Miller, Pafricia Bishop. Juanifa WhHe. Annabelle Connabell. Charlene GuH-Irie. Mildred Blaine. Helen Glazer. Bernease Simmons, Ella Koch, Johnnie Koch, Doris Gilman. Terese En+riken. SECOND ROW Tom Craney, Gene Trimble. Pafricia Sfuppe-fz. Ilene Smifh. Kafhryne George. Joyce Larsonl Margaref Heifbrink. Phyllis Denham, Margaref Hansen. Jimmy Gilman, Bill Sayer. THIRD ROW-Dan Havron, Gordon Hayes. Kenneih FawceH, David GuyeHe. Fred Paulson. Richard Trefer. Richard Treef. Rober? McGregor Ray Hymer. Frank House, Ralph Anderson. John Dennis. Lorin Hamilfon. FOURTH ROW-Arfhur Harrison. Clarence Crosby. Dick Lopeman. Jackson Winfers. Bill De Masfers, Harold Peferson, Jim Hereford, Irene Chavez. Nadine Edmundson. Pafricia Finn. Jean Appuhn. Louise- Koonfz. Mariorie OdeHe. Mary Serna. FIFTH ROW-Barbara Simpson. Wilma Cramford. Joy Rae PiHs. Phyllis Leopold. Wefona Wil'iams. Geneva Barker, Polly Ann McClaski, Barbara Olsen. Peggy Siewarf. Shirley Wafkins, Angelena Vincent Rufh KeenhoHs, Marie Bas- funchary. Louis Moniar, Jack Roam, Carl Weideman, Jim Smifh. Malcolm Lowry, Paul Coroneos. Campud Snapd Upper classmen af fheir favorite pasf- fime-haling fhe freshmen. Panaca vs. Basic. Seaman Heher on leave. Bring on +he Wolves. gournalism ttVictory Highlights, at bi-monthly publication is published by the high school journalism class under the supervision of Mrs. E. Vassar. The purpose of the organization is to familiarize interested students with newspaper work and give them actual experience in writing and publishing. Victory Highlights is now two years old. Its first publication came out amaz- ingly soon after the first school year here at Basic had begun. The first Editor was Jack Broton, a Junior of last year. The present editorial staff is as follows: Barbara Means ........... Editor Bernice Weinberg . . . . Assistant Editor Chuck Ballmer Margie Friend ..... Business Manager J ackie Crawford . . . . Chief Copy Reader Leslie Blair Jim Wright ..... Circulation Manager Eth-elLongabaugh . . . . Girls Sports George Lindesmith, Don Aiken, Myron Ebaugh ........ Boyst Sports Top ROWeDon Aiken. George Lindesmifh, George Schwartz. Middle Row-Julene Young, Bertha Bernard. Barbara Means. Margie Friend. BoHom Row-Joy Glenn, Jackie Crawford, Bernice Weinberg. Don Reker. Dick Miles. Noisey ............ Gossip Editor Margie Friend . . . Advertising Manager Don Raker, Dick Miles, George Schwartz . . . . Advertising Staff Corky McCoy, Tied Garland,Bertha Bernard, Darrell Bernard, Chuck Sylvester, Doe Sylvester, Chuck Ballmer, Virgie Coats,Joy Glenn Mary McNamara . . . . Advertising Staff Mrs. Vassar .- ........... Advisor Student Council In the fall of 19424 our student government took form. The framers of our constitution included Helen lx'elley, Jack Sylvester, Sue Lamkin, Dave Heher, Jackie Crawford, John Kingsley, Margie Friend, and Everett Ballmer. This constitution sets up a standard of principles and ideals for which every student is expected to work. It provides for a student council made up Of three OfficerS, elected by the student body, and two representatives from each class who discuss and solve the problems of the school. During this school year of 1943-44 the council members had charge of assem- bly prog'zmis and all school dances. It was their job to make out a plan which allowed all classes and organizations to participate in these activities, and to see that the plan is kept working. The 'llhzmksgiving semi-formal dance and the Sadie Hzm'kins dance were two successful programs which the council itself sponsored. Plans for 21 summer recreation progrzmi and for the formation of new clubs have been in the hands of the student council. Top ROW4Chuck Berfolini. Harold McCoy. Dan Havron, Bob Hendricks. Middle Row-Connie Burkholder. Bobbie Means. Tommie Burse . Sue Lamkin. BoHom Row-Don Reid. EvereH Ballmer, Barbara Tinnes, Clare Cameron. girls7glee Club Miss Kay Hackwoodes Glee Club was very successful this year, singing several times for the P.-T. A. The occasions at which they performed were the Christmas Con- tata and the Community Sing. They also sang at the Victory The- atre at Christmas time and produced several outstanding soloists. Top ROWePoIIy Ann McVKlasky. Clara Williams. Sue Lamkin. Barbara Tinnes. Second Row-Mariorie OdeHe, Julene Young. Phyllis Denham. Fern Milleff. Helen Siewari. Mary Mor+on. Third Row-Geneva Barker. Mary Hos+e+ler. Hope Vassar, Alefa Brown. Myrfle Barbour. Joy Glenn. Fourfh Row-Angie Vincent Paf Rufherford. Connie Burkholder. Paf Fifkin. Annabelle Connabell, Tommie Bursell. Boifom Row-Mary McNamara. Terry Weinberg. Juanifa Whife. Shirley DHLShirley Watkins. Peggy Sfewarf. JJollgwoocl, Jvlere We Come Sadie gawkins , Qay 1f laughs, hick dress. and a general good time mean anything, Hollywood will have to tlmove it over for Basic High gals wil be and if they fight half as hard as they ran after those hoys, Basic High can sit hack next right there fighting fo' a place 111 the sun 1' 1211' and 11 'ag' about we knew 'e111 wheuf, 1211154! The gun gave the signal and the race was on; the event of the gr1at day was started. It was high noon and there was no bet ter time to have a 'aee. XVith pigtails flying in 'the breeze and bare- feet ski111111ii1g over the ground in a mad rush. the girls were out to get their 1112111. Everyone was in typical Dog'pateh st1'es The girls wore patched skirts and thesses their hair piyt tailed with 1110 hows 1he 11o1's ' 110 shoes lEv ery one was bar efoot ex- had on l'lpil' Almer 5 cept, of course, those who had been to the big cityeeand they had shoes-1 their pants were upheld 111' ropes, their moon-shine bottles hung over their hacks and their shirts 1' what there were of tl1e1111 hung loose and droopy What a sig1 111t-little pants and big shirts! After having the afternoon to recuperate from the strenuous race for a man the 51iilsl 1e1ded for the dz111ce,to11'i11g' their prize catches behind them 111e dance began about 8 o Clock with only time out for a swig or two of C0111 squeeziugs. The bare feet didn't hinder the square dances at all, and nobody heeame afflicated with hay fever. The auditorium was decorated in typical hill hilly style, complete with hay, so that members of the student hotly would feel at home. The highlights of the evening came when the Martins and MC- Coys and other 11101111tai11-de11' boys had fueds and corn Squeezing gatherings, the lucky gals topped their truimph 11y getting Marry- inl Sam 1Ted 1321112111111 to tie the knot that made the pore unfortu- nate fellast heirs for poocl 111 511111srai1O out and the good old- Dea- con came out on his crutches holleri11 here ye hear ye. we now pr ese11t 1' e with Daisy 1Nor111a Nlatsoi11 Mae and L l 1C1111Clx 51'1- 1'ester1 X1111er. Dais1' Vac came out from behind her freclxles with a shy smile and Little Almer do11 11ecl anotheer em 11 squeezins and g'ulpecl tthello'i. Everyone cheered. It was wholsome fun from the beginning to the end with every class participating. I l junior-Senior from The annual unior-Senior Prom of ,44 was 0tiven Mav twentv- b , . six in the High School auditorium. The setting being Maytimeii, the auditorium was beautifully decorated with floxx'er-Covered trellises and love seats carrying out the theme. Music for the occasion was furnished by the Vegas Heptets. Joyce von Kampen reigned as queen and her attendants were: Mary Koontz, Hermoine Roam, Seniors; Joy Urlenn, Dorothy Cox, Juniors. The Prom ehariman and committee chairmen were as follows: Don Reid ........................................................................ Prom Chairman Committee Chairmen: Joyce von Kampen .......................................... Decoration Chairman Barbara Means ................ Asst. Decoration Committee Chairman Eleanora Welsh ................................................ Invitation Chairman Joan Lokken .................................................. Refreshment Chairman Mb Martin .................................................. Advertisement Chairman This Junior-Senior Prom 0f '44 is indeed one that will be long remembered. Will 0,; the am 0; e44 We, the Senior Class of i414, being of sound CD mind and brimming over with good will, do hereby declare this our last will and testament. We bequeath to the faculty one bottle of apple polish to be evenly distributed among them, bearing in mind that with the apparent shortage of manpower it will soon become necessary to polish their own apples. To the Freshman Class we leave our good manners, quiet attitude, and skillful leadership so they may be able to set good examples for next years Freshmen. To next years Freshman Class we leave twith deepest sympathyl a large bottle of horse lini- ment. In case there is a doubt as to its purpose refer to any one of this years initiation victims. It seems appropriate that we leave the Sophomore Class 3 great feeling of responsibility, there- fore we will to each member a sack of grass seed with desired hope they will turn our barren campus into a rich green mecca. We wish to leave the Juniors at least one thing they may be able to appreciate and with due consideration we will them unity in discussions for their Senior Year. As our last days of high school come to a close, we individually leave treasured objects and 7. traits. 1, Dorothy Bryant, realizing that I no longer need so much quietness, do leave my reserve to Ramona tiTexl, Moss. 1, Jacqueline ttJackie Crawford, am leaving my ltfaithful waiting to every girl who lives from one leave to the next. I, Wanda Davis, tenderly hand over a portion of my charm and pleasantness to each girl who wishes to be known far and w1de as Miss Pin-Up Girl of 45. I, Charlyne Forbess, leave my treasured drawl and becoming nickname ttArkie to Shirley Lindquist, who probably would never be able to acquire it otherwise. 1, Beverly Glazer, leave the niche live made in commercial science to Wylie Tompkins, who has lost one too many bets to Mrs. Davenport concerning his speedy typing. 1, Doris Hatfield, leave my midterm graduation to Jean Lowry and my uhopeless chest to Dorothy Mabie. 1, Mary Koontz, leave my friendly smile, four study halls, a carton of energy pills, and an extra pair of unused size 12 shoes to Jerry Tatom. I, Sue Lamkin, leave my never-absent-a-day record to Bob Guyette who, we hope, will appre- ciate it to the fullest extent. I, Ethel Longabaugh, will my inborn love for Nevada to Everett Ballmer, who would like to go back to California. I, Norma tiStormyl, Matson, will my Daisy Mae outfit, tiPaw Tweediely and Li'l Abner to next years Daisy Mae. 1, Ann Redden, after long deliberation, have decided to leave my memory book to Bobbie Means for helpful hints and good copy for Victory Highlights. To Terry Weinberg, I, Hermoine Roam, leave my blond hair and blue eyes. I believe Terry would like to find out if men do prefer blondes to brunettes. I, Doe Sylvester, leave my pigtails, chewing gum, and ability to have a good time to Anna- belle. I hope she will carry on in my name. I, Barbara Tinnes, would like to give my brains, though well worn after four years hard work, to the improvement of Bills Witt. I, Bernice Weinburg, do hereby will my silvery soprano voice to Connie Burkholder so it will continue to ring through the halls of Basic for at least two more years. I, Chuck Ballmer, hereby bequeath my tiwalking dictionary vocabulary, and sharp answers to the brain child of the Junior Class, Don Reid. 1, Darrell Bernard, upon my departure from Basic High School, do turn over my authority as official tibouncer at all meetings and chief discourager of opposing football teams, to Dick Miles. If Dick so pleases he may dispose of the name itBarnsmellil which I gained during Sadie Hawkins, Day I, Clare Cameron, do reluctantly will my ever present black derby, my faithful crutches and cane, and my hand painted ties to Chuck Bertolini in order that he may carry on as tiDeacon, the Basic Don Juan. 1, B0b Hendrick, do willfully and joyously leave my mumps to Pat Rutherford who may, if she wishes, save them until school begins once more. And, as I am generous, I will my red football shoes to Harold Hansen to bring him luck in the first game next year. 1, Tom Jekyll, hereby leave my long blond curly hair and soft blue eyes to Bill Lund, who is twice my tall and half my heavy. 1, Tom Tweedie, leave my mad scientist ideas to Alex Coroneos with due sympathy if the lab is blown up. I, Willard Suit, leave my quick football playing ability to my old pal, Don HDead Eyeii Aiken. Calendar of event; September 1W5Chool begins. Semptcmbcr 11-First and call. New principal, teachers, and stu- dents introduced. October SiChecr Leaders elected; officially performing first time by honoring coach McDoniel. October 30iHalloiwccn Barn Dance. November 8h5tudents shown free movie, courtesy Earl Brothers, for good behavior over Halldwccn. November 8iDr. Ix'irkpatriclx' spoke in rcgula . and call. November IIiScniors order class rings. November lliicveningi Rarha '21 Tinnis x 'as high school speaker 011 American Legion, post 40, Armistice Day program. Sub- jcct-JNVar and Education? November 18-wFirst G. A. A. organized at Basic High. Officers elected. November ZOiJunior carnival. Profits netted over $200.00. Queen- ictty Arnold, King-Stzm Appuhii. November ZSiScnior English Class presented United Nations Program for and call. November 24iThanksgiving formal. December 8--Basic High admitted to Association of Accreditted Schools. December 1WDramatics class presented Kirundpais Twin Sis- ter. Hilarious comedy in three acts coached by Miss Lois Kelley. December 7iPear1 Harbor Day observed with assembly C0111- memorating,r this day two years ago. January SiMid-tcrm graduation with five graduates. January IOw-HCHCICI'SOII postofficc officially dedicated with high school student body in attendance. iConfinued on nexi' pagei Calendar of guentd junuzu'y 12 1 211 cwcll assembly to Earl Brothers. January 18 Scmm- scenic tour to Mount Charleston. January 19 001 1 fnotlmlls awarded Senior lettcrmcn by Student: council. January 21 11 A. R. contest for senior girls. January 27 Rubinoff and his Vinlin. February 11 13011 1 ;1ff1c by student council. Everett iallmcr lucky winner. February 22 111criCun Legion speaking contest. u March 10 Junim' Class production The American Eagle presen- tcd. March 31 521dic Hawkins Day and Ham Dance. Stormy Matsnn and Chuck Sylvester proclaimed dicty. March 31 Apri1 lO--Spring vacation. April 11 5011im' puckctlmnks run over by st mn 1 01101' 1 cCcivu1 Class rings. April 17 11cttcrmcn got sw zltcrhx April 26-U0ing' away party for Bernard and Jekyll. April 27 Frosh Frolic. May 5 5011im' Play. High School Mystery . May 26-Junior-Scni0r Prom. J1me 2 Scm0r G'ztduzltion. J1me IMSchool's out. Hon'ay!!!!! Jutograplw Jutograplw Au tograplw 04:4 tograplw Jutograplw go the following aclveyztiseyzs tlze gmduating class of 1944 extends its lzeaatfelt thanks. Congratulation; am! efots 0186521ch t0 the Claw of I944 I'I'iHIIIZSDI-Zl Our Best Wishes to the students and faculty of Henderson High School 111 the new endeavor, publication of the first 21111111211 school yearbook. . . . . . ANDERSON DAIRY 824 South Fifth, Las Vegas Phone 177 74c i? ask, Weam WSW! Visit Nevada's Famous mm 2m Seating for 600 Dining, Dancing and Floor Shows Nightly ngwxmgagm White Cross Qrugs FOUNTAIN and PRESCRIPTIONS 201 FREMONT STREET Best Wishes t0 the CLASS OF '44 J. Wood Furniture Co. 1404 South Main - Las Vegas ManiX Department Store BOULDER CITY . . . W611 Dress You Up in Style . . . and . . . Save You Money . . . CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES from the Central Market BOULDER CITY Congmtulations AND BEST WISHES TO ONE OF THE FINEST GROUPS OF YOUNG PEOPLE I HAVE EVER KNOWN EARL I. BROTHERS qfictoay glwatre Boulder Dam Hotel Desertwear BOULDER CITY, NEVADA and Of pleasing colonial design catering . to the discriminating traveler drawn Nave - Hop. from all states of the nation to view the world famous Boulder Dam and I d S Lake Mead. A modern, air conditioned n Ian tore and steam heated hotel in the heart of the most rugged and scenic desert region of the southwest. Here one may be assured of every comfort. INDIAN Careful detail has developed an at- mosphere of restful harmony. Every HANDICRAFT room has outside exposure with either tub, shower, or a combination bath. Rafes per day. European plan: ' ' . - , e bl . - . DeOUldCl' Clty, Nevada Singtes $3 00 $4 00 Don es $4 00 $6 00 Excelxleni Dining Room Service- Popular Priced Menu Official Hoiel MR. AND MRS. L. A. ATKISON Aufomobile Club 0+ Soufhern California OPEN THE YEAR 'ROUND J. C. Penney C0. Offers its HEARTIEST CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES Basic J ewcler FINEST WATCH REPAIRING CRYSTALS for All Watches VVATCHES 317 Fremont Street from Phone 194 $19.75 up WE WISH THE CONGRATULATIONS VERY BEST TO THE OF FIRST ANNUAL SUCCESS PUBLISHED t0 the CLASS OF 1944 8211 Sagev Hotel FREMONT AND MAIN Basic Shoe Shop 0bjects-- NATIONAL CONGRESS of Parents and Teachers To promote the welfare of children in home, school, church and emmnuuity. . . . To raise the standard of home life. . . . To secure adequate laws for the care and protection of children and youth. . . . To bring into closer relation the home and the school that parents and teachers may cooperate intelli- gently in the training of the child. . . . To develop between educators and the general public such united efforts as will secure for every child the highest advantages in physical, mental, social and spiritual education. To the accomplishment of these objectives 600 adults of the area dedicate their semices as members 0f BASIC PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION BOULDER CITY DRUG Souvenirs - Curios - Novelties Tourist I nformation Boulder City, Nevada NEVADA JEWELRY CO. Boulder City, Nevada See your jeweler for gifts that are remembered best. A Happy and Prosperous Future t0 the Class of 1944 STYLE BEAUTY SHOP 506 Nevada Blvd., Boulder City Caterers t0 Wheir angaI 601321iwti25 tying mth 69mm EEahg MOTHER GOOSE SHOP Boulder City PHOTOS THE PLEASE . . . Prices That Satisfy . . . HOLLYWOOD PHOTO STUDIO 102 Fremont, Las Vegas Watch Repairing Phone 1887 S T E E L ' S DIAMONDS and JEWELRY 11 Fremont Street LAS VEGAS, NEVADA SPROUSE-REITZ Las Vegas 5 - 10 - 15-Ccnt Store 229 Fremont Street Best Wishes t0 the S em'or Class EL PORTAL THEATER First Run Showing of Paramount, Republic, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, 20th Century Fox Official Ingram M. J. Christensen h DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RINGS THE HOUSE THAT LOVE BUILT Phone 636 - 225 Fremont St. COMPLIMENTS 0f the Service Cleaners 119 South Main St. 0m Congmtulations STUDENTS OF HENDERSON HIGH SCHOOL on your newest achievement, the publishing of your Flrst annual yearbook. May your progress continue through the years. First National Bank of Nevada LAS VEGAS BRANCH When in Las Vegas Ride the LUCKY CABS Phone 7-11 131 South Main TROY LAUNDRY and Cleaning Works LAS VEGAS CLEANING Phones 19 and 33 SPIC'N SPAN DELICATESSEN and . SANDWICH SHOP 129 Fremont Street Phone 2060 Compliments of TOWNSITE DRUG CO. GEORGE CRONE, Owner Consistently Good Food RICHEYUS' Boulder Cafe Boulder City? Newest, Finest Boulder City, Nevada Safeway Market EXTENDS CON1 1RATULATIONS to the 1944 GRADUATINU CLASS 124 South Second Street LAS VEGAS A Defense Plant Corporation Project . . . A'Iessrs. MacSherry and Thomas, Lessees 0f the Bowling, Billiards and Refreshment Center of Henderson, wish to tender to the Teachers, Students and Graduates of the Henderson schools their congratulations on the scholastic achieve- ments. With the township rcsidcntst assistance and cooperation, we shall continue to give the best of service zmd recreation to our patrons. HARRY MACSHERRY ROSCOE W. THOMAS Lessees BASIC TOWNSITE RECREATION CENTER TOWNSHIP OF HENDERSON CONGRATULATI ON 5 to the Graduating Class BASIC BEAUTY SHOP Phone 1124 Compliments of the PHOTO SHOP 226 Fremont BERT'S MODE O'DAY Dresses - Lingerie - Hosiery Shoes 212 Fremont St. - Phone 858 Las Vegas, Nevada GOOD LUCK TO THE SENIOR CLASS BUSY BEE CAFE Mr. and Mrs. John Stathis Pmpm'etors 10-5 North First St. COM PLIM ENTS OVERLAND HOTEL North Main and Fremont To the Graduating Class W's Extend Our Sincerest 21nd Be'st Wishes BUS TERMINAL CAFE 127 South First St. NEVADA DRUG CO. Boulder City AT YOUR SERVICE CON1HLNFULATIONS AND BEST WISHES FANNY'S DRESS SHOP 221 Fremont - Las Vegas We Cater to Boys and Girls SO COME IN Hamburgers Thick Malts Instant Service Good Food Sile Drive-In Fifth at Charleston Wimpyk Fremont at Second The . Boulder City N CW8 Only N ewspaper Published and Printed in Boulder City SHOWS NIGHTLY FINE FOOD Phone 1300 for Resemations GAREHIME MUSIC CO. Pianos, Organs, Instruments and Sheet Music Phone 485 114 North Third St. . to safeguard and transmit to posterity the principles of Eluatirp, Erwhnm anh Eemnrmrg . . . ,9 BASIC MAGNESIUM, INC. POST N0. 40 6112 Amerirau 3112mm DEPARTMENT OF NEVADA DAVE ANDERSON NORMAN BRAYSHAW Commander Adjutant