Elmhurst High School - Anlibrum Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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A Passage Into the Career World Business classes were considered by some to be just ordinary classes, but to others they were a passage into the career world. Students became acquainted with accounting, typing, shorthand, record keeping, business law, clerical practice, and distributive marketing. Many different techniques were used to teach students skills and responsibili- ties. One such technique entitled Career Education was used by Mrs. Sharon Banks in her recordkeeping classes. Stu- dents were required to complete two career survey tests in order to discover what career best suited them. They were also given the opportunity to interview businessmen about their chosen field. The majority of students were placed on a one-day basis in co-operation with local business firms. The program lasted five weeks and was sponsored by the Junior League. The year was filled with various activi- ties which include former students returning to address the business classes to discuss their experiences in the business world. Field trips were also highlights when classes ventured to such places as the Fort Wayne Newspapers and local business firms. After completing various business courses, many students expressed confi- dence in themselves as qualified workers able to succeed in the business world.

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And the Show Goes on . V fter late night practices, dress rehearsal, and even a small scenery fire, Ten Little Indians was presented by a talented group of Elmhurst actors and actresses. The three-act murder mystery- was written by the renowned Agatha Christie. Its title came from the ten little Indian heads sitting on the mantle and the nurs- ery rhyme hanging above. The rhyme gives a detailed description of how each little Indian met his death. As the play opened, ten guests arrived on a remote island off the coast of Devon, England. While they were getting acquainted with each other an ominous voice informed them that they each had committed a murder. The guests began discussing the identity of the voice and their unusual host when sophomore Tony Esterson choked to death — and one of the little Indian heads fell from the mantle. Soon afterward, seniors Thea Levine and Andrew Conrad were killed, also according to the riddle. Junior Paul Buuck, senior Lise Duemling, senior Bill Stewart, junior Scott Nichols, and senior Steve Esterson soon followed leavmg only junior Diane Munroe and senior John Silletto. Hysteria, suspicion, and distrust grew until finally Diane shot John. Miraculously, Scott came back to life (the red herring murder) and was about to hang Diane when John sat up and killed him. Ending with the famous line, Thank heavens, women can ' t shoot, John and Diane embraced as the curtain fell. The suspense, subtle humor, and sur- prise ending made it a great play and worth all the effort as the show went on! Thomas Rogers — Paul Buuck; Ethel Rogers — Thea Levine; Fred Narracott — Bill Panyard; Vera Claythorn — Diane Munroe; Philip Lombard — John Silletto; Anthony Marston — Tony Esterson; William Blore — Steve Esterson; General MacKenzie — Andrew Conrad; Emily Brent — Lise Duemling; Sir Lawrence Wargrave — Scott Nichols; Dr. Armstrong — Bill Stewart; Stage Manager — Michelle Quinn; Directors — Don Goss and Shelley Wellington. ■Now you will pay for the murder you committed, lust like all the others have! Sir Lawrence startles Vera Claythorn as he |umps from the couch.

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Using spare time wisely, junior Faith Reichle prac- tices shorthand. Junior Chris Landrigan works on his tabulation skills. Speaking about her own experiences, graduate Susan Spielman stresses to business students basic principles needed to succeed.