Elston High School - Elstonian Yearbook (Michigan City, IN)

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Over the First Hill

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SENIORS

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Senior Class History Joe Poland Elliott Sorge Paul Sherer •‘Well, Cindy, we’re going to meet the seniors now.” “Yes. and. Smokey. do you realize that they compose the largest graduating class in the history of this school?” “Say, that’s really something. Speaking of history, they have a very interesting one.” “Yes, they do. I remember their sophomore year; they had good executives - - • Elliott Sorge was president; Don Lueth, vice-president; Wilma Schumacher, secretary - and good sponsors - - Mrs. Wickham and Mr. Irgang. Besides doing lots of homework, they had lots of fun. The biggest event of the year was the Sophomore Party, with a theme of the Wild West. They were entertained by both male and female chorus lines and songs by the Three Witches.” “Yes, they really started out with a bang, but I think that their junior year is my favorite. They began to feel more at home then, and they joined lots of clubs and other extra-curricular activities. They worked hard in the concessions. and for the sectionals they even obtained a new addition - - a hot dog stand. Besides that, they put on a good Junior Play. In spite of the fact that it was delayed considerably by a “flu” epidemic. “Junior Miss.” ably directed by Miss Luck and starring Phyllis Richter as the impossible adolescent, turned out to be a delightful comedy. From all their hard work they collected a considerable amount of money, which enabled them to put on an extra-fine prom. The theme was ‘An Arabian Night. The entrance was a huge book cover: the walls were completely concealed by huge murals and buildings depicting an Arabian desert and town. The tables had desert oases and dancing girls for centerpieces. The music wa- furnished by Jack Holbrook and his Stardusters. The program was a skit depicting the goings-on in a sultan’s palace. They chose able leaders that year - - - Paul Sherer, president; Joyce l)« laney, vice-president; Elliott Sorge, secretary: and sponsors. Miss Wolfe and Mr. Horn. Altogether. it was a very happy and successful year, not soon t be forgotten. “Their senior year was a thrill, too. They chose male officers—Elliott Sorge, president; Joe Poland, vice-president; Paul Sherer, secretary—and able sponsors—Mrs. Mann and Mr. Irgang. They had lots of business that year: Elstonian pictures had to be taken, credits counted up. cards and announcements ordered, and measurements for caps and gowns taken. In addition, there were practices for the Class Day program, the marching for Commencement, and many other things. In between these activities they presented an hilarious Senior Play. It was a great success, and much honor is due to Miss Luck, the director, and her cast. Everyone in the class did a great job the whole year, and I hope that they all get along as well in the working world as they did in school.” Cosh, Smokey, they were really busy. I think that they’ve had lots of fun in spite of their grumbling about school work ami things. Even though they're glad to be graduating. I know that they’re sad to realize that their school days are over.” “Yes, Cindy, you’re right. Their Baccalaureate service will be held June 1, and Commencement will be June 5, when the Reverend Harold F. Carr will speak. Just think, soon the band will play the Recessional, the seniors will walk out. and it will all be over.” “Well. Smokey. I wish them all the luck in the world, and I hope that they'll all be good citizens.” “The same goes for me.” Mr. George Irgang — 21 — Mrs. Bernice Mann