Fairmont West High School - Dragon Yearbook (Kettering, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1956 volume:

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Have A Good alyn F 2 I Every day-mixed with the banging of lockers, collecting of books, and wild laughter, the 8:20 bell rings. At 8:25 the second bell rings and students race to their first period class, usually in time to hear Mr. Somers, Good morningf' Midway through the announcements, the students finally settle down in time to hear his parting words of Have a good day. This is the traditional beginning of each day throughout the year. Let's leave the office and announcements and ob- serve an average day at Fairmont. As we move down the hall, the first sound that meets our ears is that of typewriters mixed with faint screams which we soon find are coming from the dramatic class. As we look into the next classroom, many pained expres- sions meet us as the students begin dissecting worms. The quietness of the math and English classes is a relief. But this relief is soon broken by the final ringing of the bell. Again lockers bang, as girls and boys alike yell cheerful good-bys to each other as another day closes. Clang! Bang! Boom! Toot! These sounds were mellowed together to produce one of the top bands in the state. The Fairmont band was one of the main promoters of school spirit during the football sea- son. Their half-time football game performances, two band concerts, and various public appearances made this group one of the busiest in the student body. The other half of the band consisted of forty- three vivacious and high stepping girls. These girls made up the Rhythmette Corps which also had a busy year. Even though Fairmont is highly known for its scholastic and athletic programs, fine cultural courses are also offered. The art department also had a busy, versatile year due to the variety of courses offered- such as pottery making, weaving, and many kinds of painting. The advanced students entered contests, and they contributed original decorations for some of the dances and plays. There are our! 0 ra.: Z .J ff we '-f- Hff-w-'T ff-:' .:. fiffwaswmr. Creative Enjbyment l A 2 J JJ Cam t Be Beat For the first time in the history of the school, the Fairmont athletic department has its own car, com- monly called the Dragon Wagon.,' This car serves as transportation for the coaches in their various sports activities. Another newcomer to the Fairmont sports scene is the sale of programs at the basketball games. This project is sponsored by Sigma Hi-Y. Along with the interscholastic teams, intramural sports are rated highly by students. The players of the individual sports learn strategy, control, and team work. Another benefit that the games offer is the development of school spirit. This is the common bond which holds us as a unit when our team is competing for honors which they intend to bring back to us. Our competitive teams have always had the full support of loyal Fairmont students. 9 T e ay oem? Even though the bell rings and the busses leave, school activities are not over. Every afternoon either boys' or girls, interscholastic teams may be found practicing for the coming games. Students of the junior and Senior classes may be heard practicing in the auditorium for long hours for the various class plays. Almost every Saturday may find active students decorating for Hi-Y or other club dances in the cafeteria. At Christmas time a majority of the sixty-six seniors on the scholarship team could be found hard at work studying for the Senior schol- arship test. Once a month the language clubs hold their meetings. After dinner other clubs such as the Hi-Yls, Future Teachers, and Junior Council on World Affairs meet. Many teachers spend the after school hours with the students, thus better relation- ships are promoted. At 5:30 the activity buses, filled to capacity, can be seen leaving the school. . ,. - f f M fs-Mama - .Q-ww-V-tam,fwwwm..mwm-. -Myra-rasriwwwrmrs Always End At 3.110 Their Keynote If Wirdom Changes over the past twenty-five years can be very noticeably seen in the comparison with the number of faculty employed then and now. From a total of 16 teachers in 1950 the enrollment has increased to 43 faculty members. Mr. Richard Somers, Mr. E. F. Couser, Mr. J. E. Prass, Miss Helen Hartsock, Miss Rachel M. Urick, Mr. Dwight L. Barnes, and Mr. Homer Wagner, who were connected with Fairmont in 1951, are still serving in the school system today. The teachers not only try to educate us, but their guidance and help prepares the students for the future. Students may come and go, but the teachers will always remain loyal and truef' 1 l i K l A B 'fr NK e f 352 Q, 3 5? gf ii 52 if 92 2 ass 51 952 2 2 2 iii g. 5 5 13 Mr. D. L. Barnes-superintendent of schools Mrs. Janette Vogel--secretary Mrs. J. E. Prass-assistant superintend charge of curriculum Mrs. Elizabeth Rigby-secretary Mrs. Jane Saettel-secretary Dr. M. A. Wogaman-administrative assist- ant in charge of pupil personnel Mr. Russell A. Working-visiting teacher and acting school psychologist ent in Adininiftration and Board of Education Mrs. Sylvia Davis-secretary Mr. Chester A. Roush-administrative as- sistant in charge of business 14 George I.. Ernst, clerk-treasurerg Dorothy Milby, C. A. Moyer, R. M. Krebs, presidentg Willis E. Eickman, vice-presidentg Orville L. Bach, G. F. MacFarland. Our Board of Education plays an important role in our school system. It is a legal agency designated by the state to be responsible for the conduct of our educational affairs. The Kettering school dis- trict has five board members. The president, who presides over this group, has responsibilities which include signing all contracts and having some re- sponsibility for money being disbursed. Our school board is a policy-making body. The mandatory duties of the board are: providing and maintaining schools, making regulations and rules to govern the employees and pupils of the schools, employing teachers, and keeping records and reports. These are only a few of the many duties they perform. The board meetings are important because it is there that the board can legally perform its duties. The function of the Board of Education is very important. Miss Martha Apple-cafeteria supervisor - - Mrs Bertha Weist- . h - ' . . Mrs. Helen Turner Mrs S ldey Miner secretary secretarial assistant to W, R H 4? gfxwmgi, 9 1515, 1 Agskqiiz A f il J, ' P QW 'A V , ,fiif-fig? I A ' E A ' W ' , A 1 53, A C. , M 2 PM J ' ,V , f, r lb .f ,f ' I H . , A M A Elzflim , ,ef J 'wx , . A -A f ,M S , , Q N -I AV ,.hf?'fqf if , , A U nw A , , J, 1 3 g ggi 1 .- A I ' giwT,,X. 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IA ' x sf v f I .,': 1 V :' W , ' 'f :,E.:g: f,,Ifj'. 5 X , -A f -f L M wtf flu ff Mr. Flatter, our boys, counselor, is helping john McDonald as part of his busy schedule. As boys' counselor, Mr. Flatter has many other duties which include issuing re-admis- sion and tardy blanks and offering to help boys seeking advice on colleges and personal problems. Besides being boys' counselor, Mr. Flatter is assistant-principal and teaches some of the boys' personality adjustment classes. Although these daily duties keep him busy, Mr. Flatter can always find time to help all students striving for the best in scholastic achievement. Senior students pre- paring for the senior scholarship tests and for other tests are always encouraged by Mr. Flatter. Having a special interest in boys and understanding their problems are some of the qualifications for an excellent counselor. Umf Princqml and oumelonf Our school is unusually fortunate in having such a leader as Mr. Somers. With the background of a commercial teacher, guidance counselor, and assistant principal he knows and understands the varied prob- lems of high school pupils. He has never been too busy to be of assistance to youth groups in some constructive activity. He formed the first Fairmont High School golf team in 1930. He has been advisor of the Photography Club, also the Anglers Club, and sophomore class. The Dragon,i' which was a mimeographed news- paper in magazine form, was started by Mr. Somers. He and Miss Hartsock were co-sponsors of our school's yearbook, THE DRAGON, for several years. These two journalistic feats were fore-runners of our present DRAGON. Twenty-five years of progress have indeed been enriched by Mr. Somers. Every morning we are greeted over the public address system by him. Our daily activities are outlined and announcements made. Everyone knows by his excel- lent advice that he is vitally interested in the students, teachers, and school. Our picture reveals Mr. Somers surrounded by the tools of one of his hobbies, photography. He has taken many pictures while on his vacations. He has shown many of these vacation pictures to study halls and social classes. On top of photography as a hobby, Mr. Somers also enjoys fishing and hunting. One of the busiest people around Fairmont is Mrs. Githens. Seeking in- formation on colleges, Jeanne North, talks with Mrs. Githens. Being girls' counselor she talks to girls having problems and those wanting help in selecting subjects and colleges. Every girl around Fairmont knows that Mrs. Githens will help her if it is at all possible. In addition to advising the girls, Mrs. Githens helps the junior Achievement Club and is assistant ad- visor to Miss Warren in Future Teachers. Beside these extra activities, Mrs. Githens issues readmission and tardy blanks to the girls. By encour- aging scholastic work, Mrs. Githens strives for progress. Fucult ROBERT K. ALLEN Doer it take both of you? Cedarville College, Miami University, A.B., M.A. English, Journalism RUTH I. ANDERSON Be rure ro hand your outlines in. Hastings College, Ohio State University, A.B., M.A. English, Guidance ROBERT C. BADERTSCHER Be quiet. Wittenberg College, Ohio State University, B.S., M.A Sophomore Mixed Chorus BERNICE BILBREY Do, re, mi. University of Dayton, Miami University, B.S. Girls Glee Club BARBARA SILER BLACK U'7but'r your trouble bubble? Ohio State University, B.S. Commercial LLOYD WILLIAM BLATT Sound murculine boyr, tbir i.rn't the Mickey Moure Clubf Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Wilmington College Ohio State University, B.M. junior-Senior Chorus O. E. BUBE That doe.rn't mutter unywuy. We won? worry about tlautf Miami University, B.S., M.A. Chemistry, Math, Conservation HERBERT F. BURNS Thut'.f the 3564 quertionf' Wilmington College, Miami University, Ohio State, B.S. Social Science E. FRIEND COUSER Comer never fail: anyone. Manchester College, Miami University, A.B., N.E. Economics, Civics, Sociology ANNE LOUISE DAVIDSON Put the hockey .rtickr in the bowel. Bradford junior College, Wittenberg College, B.S. Health, Physical Education J MERRILLA DAVIS Cierren Ju: lihrosf' CClo.re your hoohszj Ohio State University, A.B., B.S., M.A. Spanish, Latin, World History JACK D. FOUTS Yer, but you ought to ree Garret do the hula. Ohio Wesleyan University, University of Wisconsin, A.B., M.A. Physical Education, Math, Physical Science LEAH FUNCK Suit yourself. Ohio State University, B.S., M.A. Speech, English WYLIE T. GRAHAM Well, to mahe a Jhort Jtory long. Geneva College, Miami University, B.S. Driver Education, History CLARK HAINES Remember your chilafren. ' Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati, Ohio State University, B.M., M.A. Director of Music in Kettering Schools LELAND S. HALL Now you better let me help you with that. Ohio State University, B.S. Mechanical Drawing, Industrial Arts RUTH HEITZMAN Left he more careful about paying attention. Bowling Green State University, B.S. English, Latin EDMUND R. HENDERSON Move along the line, pleaxef' Miami University, B.S., M.A. Industrial Arts, Plane Geometry CAROL HERB Sit down! Who took the picturex? Ohio University, B.S.J. English, journalism JAROSLAV HOLESOVSKY Give ur rome .rchmaltz-like Hollywood. Oberlin Conservatory, Cincinnati Conservatory, B.M., M.M. Orchestra Faculzy Facia lzy FRANCES HOMER Don't put your handr on the typewriter while I 'rn talking. University of Pittsburgh, B.S. Typewriting, English JAMES JACKSON Now thir ir the way I .ree it. Cedarville College, Miami University, Dayton Univer- sity, B.A. Social Studies, Health, Physical Education 1,1 ESTHER B. JONES Yoit're making entirely too much noi.fe! Ohio State University, B.S. English STEPHEN JUDAN IAN Yon draw thitf' Rhode Island College of Education, University of Wyoming, University of Southern California, Ed.B., M.A. Trigonometry, Algebra II, Geometry LAURA KENNEDY Read! Read! Read! Read! Read! Read! Read! Read! Ohio University, University of Chicago, A.B., M.A. English, Head of English Department LAURA A. MARSHALL Thi.r it an office. Miami University, University of Southern California, Wittenberg, A.B. Shorthand, Office Practice CHARLES I.. NOLAN You elect when you come in, and I elect when you leave. University of Dayton, Wilmington College, Miami Univer- sity, Case Institute of Technology, B.S., M.S. Chemistry GLADYS L. POWELL My Jixter ..... Wittenberg College, Ohio State University, University of Wisconsin, Miami University, B.S. Mathematics I: DAVID G. PUDDINGTON By golly, yon'11e got a point there! Ohio Wesleyan University, Ohio State University, A.B. Biology, Social Studies II DAVID RAYBURN Well, in other word.r. Ohio Wesleyan University, Ohio State, University of Wisconsin, A.B., M.A. Biology, Science II, Visual Ed. FLORENCE K. RHODES Center vertically and horizontally. Pennsylvania State University, A.B. Typing I, Office Practice JAMES G. SIMS The name of that town is Sselrfhmorzohrmf' Murray State College, Indiana University, B. M.Ed., M.S. Social Studies EUGENE T. SMITH It giver me great pleasure to introduce. ' St. Marys College, Marquette University, Northwestern University, A.B., M.A. English, Speech, Debate RUTH STEELE I rio! For hetter or for worse. Asbury College, University of Kentucky, University of Wisconsin, A.B., M.A. Social Studies, English RICHARD E. SULTZBACH Open your handhooh: clan. Wittenberg College, A.B. English MARY ANN TURNER Get the lead out! Wilmington College, B.S. Health, Physical Education GEORGE F. TUTTLE Now in the horse and buggy days. Findlay College, Ohio State University, University of Michigan, Oklahoma A and M, A.B., M.A. Algebra I and II, Plane Geometry RACHEL M. URICK Get out the clay, folkrf' Ohio Wesleyan University, Wittenberg College, Dayton Art Institute, University of Dayton, B.S., Fine Arts Diploma Art HELEN VOGELSANG Thais heside the point. Ohio State University, B.S., M.A. Home Economics PAUL E. WAGNER In other words, I truly helievef' DePauw University, Indiana University, Ohio State Uni- versity, A.B., M.S. Biology Facult Then MARY BELLE WARREN Now don? he sophomores. Union University, University of Tennessee, Sorbonne Paris, France, A.B., M.A. English, French MIRIAM WILSON Well have to separate you four. 11 Ohio State University, Western Reserve, B,S., M.S. in Library Science Librarian EUGENE WYSONG More lah, len oratoryf' Miami University, B.S. Plane Geometry, Physics LOUIS ZAREMSKI Let'J ree the white: of your eyes when you talk? Ohio State University, B.S., A.B., M.A. Social Studies OW rfecretmfief and N mare Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Wood Office Secretaries Mrs. Hodges Mrs. Krebs Music Secretary Nurse The Finale The progress of the past twenty-five years may be noted in the graduation ceremonies. In 1930, with only 67 Seniors, the ceremony was easily held in the school auditorium. Now a quarter of a century later, with a Senior class of 322 students, the event must be held in the National Cash Register Auditorium. The Seniors have three years behind them in which they have contributed much to help build the respect- able reputation of the school. The feelings of Seniors twenty-five years ago and of today are undoubtedly the same when they regard leaving Fairmont. Many lasting friendships and enjoyable memories have been gained. E go A T - fi .w 5 -- Mmwf ,me-Q:,f,w ei 'Q K fa' 'fr 1665 wif., e Q. H x 1 5, ' ' ' ' ' T' f '- as ii ' . lg I , 3 2 . , J : 3 H . ,. 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We have worked together in maintaining the highest standards of school life. During December, 120 ambitious Seniors competed for positions on the Senior Scholarship Team. From this tremendous group 66 versatile students were chosen. Many of us brought well-deserved recognition to Fairmont by winning numerous scholarships to schools all over the country. After being honored -by the Juniors with a beauti- ful ,junior-Senior Prom, we Seniors walked the hal- lowed halls of Fairmont for the last time as students. Seniors of ' As we the graduating class of 1956, look back upon three memorable years, many fond memories are recalled. It seems but yesterday since we, the class of 1956, entered dear old Fairmont High School. The times we have had can only be told by us who have enjoyed them immensely. For three years we have struggled with the duties of our lessons, but we shall not make it sound so harsh. Surely no one can ever forget even one day that has been spent here in the halls of Fairmont High School. As bewildered sophomores we first gained the recognition of the rest of the student body by the presentation of the sophomore assembly. Since Dragnet was the rage of the year, it became the theme of that unusual production. We didn't remain idle very long. In March, we invited the rest of the student body to the sophomore dance, Shamrock Swirlf' This dance, commemorating good old St. Patrick, was a big hit. During that year we, as soph- omores, contributed to the winning of the Miami Valley League Championship in football. As starry-eyed Juniors, we experienced an ex- tremely busy and exciting year. At the top of the tumult, Lee Tussing, who was a dynamic class pres- ident, led the class. Among the many social activities of Fairmont, the dance of the year, Cupid's Capers was given. The presentation of this delightful dance was ably assisted by Mr. jack Fouts. Hi-lighted by the music of Marshall Reeds band and accompanied by clever decorations depicting Cupid and of course, his Capers, a terrific time was had by all. On March 26 and 27, the comedy play, Charley's Aunt, was portrayed by John Goetcheus. In the midst of trying to get passing grades and dreaming of the forthcom- ing summer vacation, we as juniors paid our respects to the graduating Seniors with the Junior-Senior Banquet and the Junior-Senior Prom. The unusual theme of the banquet was Judgment Day, and the fates of the Seniors were decided. The program ended memorably with Gary Clark leading the cast in sing- ing You,ll Never Walk Alone. The last, but not least, accomplishment that year was the Junior-Senior Prom. Dancing to the music of the Saum Brothers amid the oceanic decorations that carried out the theme of Underwater,', all enjoyed a grand time. Now our journey through the grades has come to an end. Our class has achieved much not only in the past but who knows what the future may hold for us. Now we have come to the realization that at last the time is here for choosing our life's work. No doubt some of our classmates will delve further into the aquirement of knowledge. Others have to make their start in the world now. There is no doubt but that every member of the class of 1956 will be a great success. Have we not athletes, artists, brilliant scholars, scientists, musicians, and all of the others too numerous to mention? Our class has produced much talent and achieved many great things during the course of three years. In closing we sincerely hope that all future classes of Fairmont High will keep in mind our scholarship and school spirit which are so necessary for the pro- gress of a school. We wish the Senior Classes that are to come, all the success and even more than we hlave had. With a feeling of All's well that ends well, the class of 1956 lbids a fond but reluctant farewell to Fairmont High School. ADAMSON, MARY SUE-Rhythmettes 35 Operetta 3, 45 Allied Youth 2 4 Latin Club 2 G.A A. 2 4' Class , 9 5 - , 5, , Assembly 45 Chorus 45 ADKINS, ANNIE-Future Homemakers 25 Allied Youth 3,45 ADKINS, SIDNEY-Operetta 35 AKERS, JUDY-Y-Teens 25 Treasurer, 35 Publicity Man- ager, 45 Spanish Club 2, 35 G.A.A. 2, 35 Intramural Sports 25 jr. Red Cross 35 ALBERY, LARRY-Sigma Hi-Y 45 Allied Youth 35 Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 45 ALBRIGHT, ROBERT-Track 2, 3, 45 Torch and Key- stone 3, 45 Gamma Hi-Y 2, 35 Secretary 4 Presidentg Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Sergeant at Arms5 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Class Officer 2 Treasurer, 4 Social Chairman5 Cross-Country 45 ALEXANDER, RUTH ANN-Annual Staff 45 Band 2, 3, 45 Future Teachers 2, 3, 45 junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 35 Spanish Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 25 Class Assembly 25 Photo- graphy Club 4 Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer5 Orchestra 45 ALLEN, JAMES-Gamma Hi-Y 3, 45 Intramural Sports 45 Red Cross 25 Science Club 3, 45 ALLEN, ROBERT-Transfer Middletown High School 19535 Football 25 Sigma I-Ii-Y 25 Librarian 2, 35 Red Cross 25 , ANKENEY JAN--Band 2, 3, 45 ARMSTRONG, SHARON-Librarian 35 Book Store 45 junior Council on World Affairs 35 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Spanish Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 35 AUERHAMMER, HAROLD-Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Junior Achievement 3, 45 AUGSBURGER, CAROL-Operetta 3, 45 Future Home- makers 35 Future Teachers 45 Allied Youth 25 Class Assembly 25 Orchestra 35 BAINTER, CAROL-Y-Teens 3, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 25 Latin Club 25 G.A.A 3, 45 Chorus 45 BAKER, DAVE-Transfer from University W. Los Angeles, California 19545 Sigma Hi-Y 3, 45 Intramural Sports 3, 45 BARD, TERRY-National Forensic League 3, 45 News- paper 3, 45 Hall Monitors 35 Future Teachers 3, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Latin Club 2, 35 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Interscholastic Hockey 2, 35 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Class Assembly 25 junior Red Cross 45 Intramural Manager 35 BARRETT, GEORGE BARROWS, ANN-Senior Y-Teens 45 Hall Monitor 45 junior Council on World Affairs 2 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Latin Club 25 French Club 3, 4 President5 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 tfeniom tfenz'01cr BARTON, PHIL-Football 45 Track 2, 3, 45 Allied Youth 45 Spanish Club 25 Intramural Sports 2 35 BEASLEY, DOROTHY-Operetta 45 Future Homemakers 25 junior Council on World Affairs 45 Allied Youth 45 Future Nurses 45 Chorus 45 BECHER, JAMES-Baseball Managers 2, 35 Theta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Treasurer5 Junior Council on World Affairs 2, 3, 45 Intramural Captain 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Class Assembly 25 BECK, PAT-Librarian 2, 35 junior Council on World Affairs 25 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Latin Club 25 Junior Red Cross 35 Intramural Sports 2, 35 BENNETT, RICHARD-Gamma Hi-Y 3, 45 Junior Coun- cil on World Affairs 45 Intramural Sports 45 Science Club 3, 4, BENSINGER, SHIRLEY-Torch and Keystone 3, 45 Annual Staff 45 Junior Y-Teens: Hall Monitor 45 Band 2, 3. 45 Future Teachers 2, 3. 4 Secretary5 junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 25 Latin Club 25 BIZA, BILL-Transfer from Wilbur Wright 19555 Oper- etta 35 Allied Youth 35 BLACKBURN, JANE-Senior Y-Teens5 Hall Monitor 45 Operetta 45 junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 25 Latin Club 25 G.A.A. 3, 45 BLEKE, SANDY-Sophomore Y-Teens, Program Chair- mang Hall Monitor 45 junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 3, 45 Spanish Club 2, 3 Sccretary5 Class Assembly 25 BOGGS, NAOMA-Transfer from Wilbur Wright 19545 junior Y-Teens5 Senior Y-Teens5 BOLEN, JEAN-Y-Teens 25 Operetta 25 Allied Youth 3, 45 BOLLINGER, ROBERT-Transfer from West Alex- andria 19545 BOYER, EVELYN-Rhythmettes 2, 3, Top Sergeant, 4 First Lieutenant5 Operetta 2, 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 45 Spanish Club 25 Junior Red Cross 33 BOYLES, LYNNE-Annual Staff 45 Hall Monitor 35 Rhythmettes 35 Future Teachers 3, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 35 Secretary 4 Pro- gram Co-Chairmang Spanish Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 In- tramural Manager 35 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Junior Red Cross 25 Class Assembly 25 BRAUN, RON-Science Club 3, 4 Treasurer5 BROKSCHMIDT, CAROL JEAN-Operetta 45 Future Teachers 2, 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 45 BROWN, GORDON-Transfer from Vandalia in 19555 Football 45 Allied Youth 45 BROWNELL, SALLY-Allied Youth 33 G.A.A. 45 Red Cross 45 Junior Red Cross 45 BRUST, PHILIP-Track 3, 4, Torch and Keystone 3, 4, Band 2, 3, Intramural Sports 4, Cross Country 4, BRYANT, LOIS-Transfer from Stivers 1953, Allied Youth 3, 4, Spanish Club 4 Vice President, BRYANT, ROBERT-Golf 2, 3, 4, Gamma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Sergeant at Arms, Band 2, 3, 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, BUNGER, SHARON-Y-Teens 4, Rhythmettes 2, Li- brarian 4, Operetta 2, Future Homemakers 4, Allied Youth 2, junior Red Cross 3, Future Nurses 4, CARTMELL, JIM-Gamma Hi-Y 2, Movie Operators 2, Class Assembly 2, CASHOUR, CAROL-Hall Monitor 4, Allied Youth 2, French Club 3, 4, Future Nurses 4, CATALANO, JACK-Baseball 2, 3, 4, Football 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, French Club 2, Bookstore 4, CATE, BEULAH-Future Homemakers 2, 3, G.A.A. 2, 3, Intramural Captain 3, Interscholastic Hockey 2, Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, Junior Red Cross 2, 3 President, Chorus 2, Cafeteria 4, CAVEY, TOM-Intramural Sports 2, CHAPIN, PEGGY-Y-Teens 2, 3, 4, Operetta 3, 4, Latin Club 2, CHARF, DARLENE ANN-Transfer Patterson 1954, Hall Monitors 4, Future Teachers 4, Allied Youth 3, 4, G.A.A. 3, 4, Chorus 4 Secretary, junior Red Cross 3, 4, Intra- mural Sports 4, CHYNOWETH, WANDA-Torch and Keystone 3, 4 Secretary, National Forensic League 3, 4, Y-Teens 4, Rhythmettes 2, 3, 4 Sergeant, Librarian 3, 4, Operetta 3, 4, Class Play 3, 4, Future Teachers 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Junior Achievement 3 Vice President, CLARK, GARY-Allied Youth 2, 3, Chorus 3, 4, Operetta 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Zeta Chi Hi-Y 4 Pres- ident, Hall Monitors 4, CLARK, JAMES CLARK, ROLAND ROBERT-Transfer Fort Worth, Texas, 1955, Theta Hi-Y 4, COLBURN, ROBERT-Basketball 2, 3 Captain, 4 Co- Captain, Football 2, 3, 4, Tennis 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3 Sergeant at Arms, Intramural Sports 2, COLEMAN, GAY-Hall Monitors 2, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, COLWELI., SANDY-Band 3, 4, Rhythmettes 2, Operetta 2, Allied Youth 3, French Club 2, junior Achievement 2, Drum Maiorette 3, 4, Seniors' tfenion' COMBS, STEVE-Allied Youth 2, 3 Sergeant at Arms, Intramural Sports 2, CONRAD, HAROLD-Intramural Sports 2, Photography Club 4, CONSTABLE, JAMES-Allied Youth 3, 4, COOK, JOY-Newspaper Staff 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 4, Annual Staff 4, Y-Teens 2, Hall Monitors 3, 4, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 33 COOKE, JUNE-Transfer Kiser, 1954, Y-Teens 39 CORSAW, KAREN-National Forensic League 3, 4, Rhythmettes 2, 3, 4 Corporal, Operetta 2, 3, Class Play 3, Future Teachers 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, Class Play 4, COUNCELLER, LOLA RAE-Rhythmettes 3, 4 Corporal, Operetta 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 4, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Hockey 2, Interscholastic Basket- ball 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Baseball 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, Red Cross 3, Junior Red Cross 3, Chorus 3, 4 Treasurer, CYESTER, ROBERT-Gamma Hi-Y 3, 4, Intramural Sports 3, Science Club 3, 4, CYPHERS, LESTER-Basketball Manager 2, 3, 4, Gamma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Chaplain, Vice President, Hall Monitors 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 3, Intramural Sports 3, 4, junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, Student Council 4 Vice President, Hospi- tality Committee, DARLING, GEORGE-Track 2, Kappa Hi-Y 3, 4, Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 4, junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, DAVIS, CHARLENE-Transfer Kiser 1954, Allied Youth 4, G.A.A. 3, 4, Red Cross 4, DAWLEY, JAYNE-Annual Staff 4, Band 2, 3, Future Teachers 3: Iunior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 2 Treasurer, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Basketball 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Future Nurses 4 Treasurer, DE HAVEN, JO ANNE-Newspaper Staff 4, Y-Teens 4, Rhythmettes 3, Operetta 3, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, Intramural Sports 2, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, junior Achievement 3, DESCH, HERB-Basketball 2, 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4 Captain, Torch and Keystone 3, 4, Delta Hi-Y 2, 3 Treasurer, 4, Hall Monitors 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, French Club 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, Class Assembly 4, Cross Country 4, DE WINTER, VIRGINIA-Transfer julienne 1953, Y- Teens 3 Secretary, 2, Future Homemakers 4, Latin Club 2, DEXTER, CAROL-Annual Staff 4, Operetta 2, Allied Youth 2, French Club Z, 3, Future Nurses 4 President, Chorus 2, Intramural Sports 2, DIXON, RICHARD-Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Librarian 4, French Club 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, DIXON, W. REG-Transfer Murphy High School, Ala- bama I954, Librarian 4, Operetta 3, 4, DOLL, NANCY-Y-Teens 3, 4 Program Chairman, Band 2, Allied Youth 2, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Hockey 3, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, In- tramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Basketball 3, Softball Man- ager 2, DUNHAM, PAT-Librarian 4, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Future Homemakers 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Captain 3, Interscholastic Hockey 3, Interscholastic Basketball 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Future Nurses 4, DUNN, JANE DELENE-Operetta 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, French Club 2, Future Nurses 4, DUNNING, DANIELLE-Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Annual Staff 4, Hall Monitors 3, 4, Rhythmettes 2, 3, 4 Cadet Captain, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Future Teachers 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4 Vice President, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, DUSSEAU, CHERIE-Newspaper Staff 3, Band 2, 3, 4, Future Teachers 3, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, Allied Youth 2, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, Junior Red Cross 4, junior Achievement 4 Secretary, Orchestra 4, EBY, NANCY-National Forensic League 3, 4, Newspaper Staff 3, 4, Hall Monitors 3, Future Teachers 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 2, 3, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4 Point Secretary, Intra- mural Captain 3, Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 4, Basket- ball Manager 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Junior Red Cross 4, ECONOMIDES, JIM-National Forensic League 3, 4, Theta Hi-Y 2, 3 Sergeant at Arms, Band 2, 3, 4, Class Play 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, , EICHENLAUB, NOEL-Basketball 2, Track 2, Kappa Hi- Y 2 president, 3, 4, Hall Monitors 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Intramural Sports 3, 4, Class Officer 4 President, ELLIS, STEVE-Basketball 2, Baseball 2, 3, 4, Football 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4 Secretary, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, ELSON, JOE-Allied Youth 2, General Sing 3, 4, ELY, LARRY-Track 3, 4, Allied Youth 4, ENGELHART, HELEN-Transfer Julienne l953, Y-Teens 2, Allied Youth 3, 4, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Captain 3, 4, Interscholastic Baseball 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 5, 45 ENNIS, JERRY-Rhythmettes 2, 3, 4 Corporal, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Class Assembly 2, 4, Red Cross 2, Photography Club 4, Junior Red Cross 2, ERICKSON, DENNIS-Tennis 3, 4, Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Science Club 3, 4 Secretary, junior Achieve- ment 3, FLY, DEANNA-Band 2, 3, Future Homemakers 4, Allied Youth 3, junior Red Cross 3, FAUVER, JUDY-Future Teachers 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, French Club 2, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, FISHER, JON-Baseball 2, 3, 4, Football 2, 3, 4, Assem- bly Committee 3, Student Council 3, Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3 Treasurer, 4 President, Hall Monitors 4, French Club 2, 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Officers 2 Vice President, FLEE, JO-Y-Teens 2, 4, Band 4, Future Teachers 3, 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 4, Allied Youth 3, Spanish Club 2, 3, Science Club 4, junior Red Cross 2, Senz'01'.r Seniors FOLEY, OMER-Track 2, Allied Youth 2, Intramural Sports 2, FORGUSON, LYND-Annual Staff, Business Manager 4, Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, Sigma Hi-Y 4, FRANK, RONALD-Football 2, Track 2, Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Chaplain, Hall Monitors 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Spanish Club 2, Class Assembly 2, junior Red Cross 2, 3, FRIEDLY, JUDY-Torch and Keystone 3, 4, Annual Staff 4, Assembly Committee 2, Band 2, 3, Future Teachers 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3 Secretary, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, G.A.A. 2, 3 Program Chairman, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, lnterscholastic Basketball 2, 3, 4, Class Officer 3 Secretary, Spanish Club 2, GAINES, DONNA-Annual Staff 4, Allied Youth 2, Latin Club 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Future Nurses 4, junior Red Cross 2, GAU, NORMAN-Class Play 3, GEORGE, GEORGIA-Y-Teens 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, GEYER, JULIE-Y-Teens 4, Future Teachers 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, Class Assembly 2, Science Club 4, Junior Red Cross 2, GIFFIN, MARIANNA-National Forensic League 2, 3, 4 President, Y-Teens 3, 4 Treasurer, Class Play 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Hockey 3, Interscholastic Baseball 2, GILLESPIE, BARBARA-National Forensic League 3, 4, Y-Teens 4, Class Play 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 2, Allied Youth 3, 4, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, Intramural Captain 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Class Assembly 2, GILLETT, MARCIA-Operetta 2, 3, Future Homemakers 3, 49 GLASS, MARY JANE-Transfer Roosevelt 1954, News- paper Staff 3, Y-Teens 3, 4, G.A.A. 3, 4, Intramural Captain 3, Intramural Sports 3, 4, Future Nurses 4, GOETCHEUS, JOHN-Track 2, Torch and Keystone 3, 4 President, National Forensic League 3, 4, Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3 Treasurer, 4 Vice President, Band 2, 3, 4, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Class Play 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3 Treasurer, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Class As- sembly 2, 4, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, GRAHAM, JAMES-Movie Operators 3, Allied Youth 3. 4, Spanish Club 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, GRAY, GARNEY-Band 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Photography Club 2, 3, GRAY, JUDY-Y-Teens 3, 4 President, Allied Youth 2, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Baseball 2, 3, Red Cross 2, 3, Future Nurses 4, GRAY, ROBERT-Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 5, 45 GREENLEE, DAVID-Track Manager 2, 3, 4, Torch and Keystone 3, 4 Treasurer, National Forensic League 3, 4, Theta Hi-Y 3, 4 President, Band 2, 3, 4, Class Play 3, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, Contest Speech 3, 4, GREER, SONDRA-Allied Youth 23 GRICE, LINDA-Tansfer Patterson Co-Op. 19543 Operetta 43 junior Council on World Affairs 43 Allied Youth 2, 3, 43 Junior Red Cross 33 Chorus 43 GRIFFITH, SAUNDRA-National Forensic League 2, 33 Y-Teens 2, 3, 4 Presidentg Debate 23 G.A.A. 33 Intra- mural Sports 33 GUESS, SUSAN-Annual Staff 43 Future Teachers 43 Allied Youth 2, 33 Latin Club 23 G.A.A. 2g Junior Achievement 43 Future Nurses 43 HALE, JERRY-Basketball 33 Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Movie Operators 43 French Club 23 Intramural Sports 2, 33 Red Cross 23 Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 43 HALL, MIKE-Basketball 33 Football 2, 3, 4 Captain3 Track 2, 3, 43 Torch and Keystone 3, 43 Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Class Officer 2 President3 3 Vice President3 HAMMOCK, JUNIOR-Football 23 Operetta 2, 33 HANSHAW, CAROLE-Junior Y-Teens3 Senior Y-Teensg Librarian 33 Future Teachers 43 Allied Youth 23 Latin Club 2, 3, 43 Science Club 43 Future Nurses 43 HARBISON, ED HARRY, BONNIE-Student Council 3, 4 Treasurer3 Hall Monitor 33 Rhythmettes 33 Allied Youth 2, 3, 4 Treas- urer3 Spanish Club 23 G.A.A. 3, 43 Intramural Cap- tainq Intramural Sports 4g Class Officers 2 Secretaryg Class Assembly 23 HATLEM, JOHN-Transfer from Orlando, Florida, 19553 HATTERY, BARBARA-Rhythmettes 2, 33 Operetta 2, 33 Allied Youth 23 Junior Red Cross 23 General Sing 43 Chorus 2, 3, 43 HAWKINS, JACKIE-Transfer from Cleveland, Ohio 19543 Newspaper Staff 43 Future Homemakers 3, 43 3 HAYS, RUTH ANNE-Transfer from Stuart Robinson, 19543 Y-Teens 33 Glee Club 43 HAYWOOD, ELAINE-Torch and Keystone 3, 43 National Forensic League 3, 43 Hall Monitors 3, 43 Band 2, 33 Class Play 3, 43 Future Teachers 3, 43 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 43 Allied Youth 2, 3, 43 Spanish Club 23 G.A.A. 2, 3, 43 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4g Class Assembly 23 HECKERMAN, JERRY-Transfer from Wilbur Wright 19543 Sigma Hi-Y 43 Theta Hi-Y 33 Hall Monitors 43 Operetta 3, 43 Movie Operators 4g Junior Red Cross 3, 43 Chorus 3, 4 Presidentg HEINEMANN, MARIANNE-Transfer from Northridge 19153 Band 43 G.A.A. 43 Orchestra 43 Future Home- ma ers 4s HENRY, JACK-Track 23 Sigma Hi-Y 2, 33 Operetta 2, 3, 43 Allied Youth 43 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 43 Chorus 2, 3, 45 .fem 073' Seniors HERGO, ESTHER-Senior Y-Teens, Secretary, Junior Y- Teens, Hall Monitors 4, Spanish Club 2, HERSH, RICHARD-Class Assembly 2, HIMES, JOHN-Football 2, 3, 4, Track 3, 4, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, HINES, JAMES-Baseball 3, Football 3, 4, Movie Oper- ator 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, HOCKETT, MARY-Operetta 3, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, HOERNER, PAUL-Delta Hi-Y 2, Sigma Hi-Y 3, Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, HOFFMAN, JIM-Tennis 2, Theta Hi-Y 3, 4, Band 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 3, 4, Orchestra 2, Chorus 4, HOGUE, CAROL-Newspaper Staff 2, 3, Quill and Scroll 3, 4, Rhythmettes 2, 3, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 4, French Club 2, 3, Intramural Sports 2, Class As- sembly 4, HOUSE, HILARY-Theta Hi-Y 3, 4, Latin Club 2, Science Club 3, 4, HUESMAN, SHARON-Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Band 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Basketball 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, HUNTINGTON, ALLEN-Tennis 3, 4, Torch and Key- stone 3, 4, Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3 Secretary, 4 President, Band 2, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Officer 4, French Club 3, 4, HURST, CHARLES CBUDJ-Track 3, National Forensic League 3, 4, Student Council 4, Theta Hi-Y 3, Band 2, 3, 4, Class Play 3, 4, Allied Youth 4, French Club 3, Intramural Sports 2, 4, Class Assembly 2, Reception Committee 4, IRELAN, JUDITH-Torch and Keystone 3, 4, Operetta 3, 4, Future Teachers 3, 4, Junior Council on World Af- fairs 3, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Science Club 4, Junior Achieve- ment 3, 4 Program Chairman, Orchestra 3, 4, IRVIN, LYNDA--Operetta 2, Future Homemakers 2, JACKSON, GLORIA-Band 2, Librarian 4, Future Home- makers 2, 3, 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 4, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, JACKSON, RUBY-Future Homemakers 2, 3, 4 Secre- tary, G.A.A. 2, Intramural Sports 2, Red Cross 2, 3, 4, JAMES, LINDA-Transfer from Oakwood 1953, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 4, General Sing 3, JENKINS, GERALD-Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, JODRY, BARBARA-Rhythmettes 2, 35 Operetta 2, 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 35 French Club 2, 35 JOHN, DOROTHY-Y-Teens 45 Rhythmettes 2, 3, 45 Operetta 3, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 35 Spanish Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 4' Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 JOHNSON, MARY JANE CJANIED--Operetta 2, 35 Future Homemakers 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Intramural Captain, 35 Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 2 JONES, BEVERLY-Future Homemakers 2, 3, 45 JONES, MILLARD-Transfer from Evorts, Kentucky, 19545 Track 35 Allied Youth 3, 45 KARAVISH, DAVID-Track 25 KEMP, NANCY-Band 2, 3, 45 Operetta 45 Future Home- makers 3, 45 Allied Youth 25 Latin Club 25 Intramural Sports 25 Red Cross 2, 45 Orchestra 45 KEPLER, JERRY-National Forensic League 3, 45 Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Class Play 3, 45 Class Assembly 45 KETTEMAN, FRED-Newspaper Staff 2, 45 Gamma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Treasurer5 Band 2, 3, 45 French Club 2, 3, 45 KERSEY, NANCY-Annual Staff 45 Future Teachers 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Spanish Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Cheerleader 2, 3, 45 KING, CONNIE-Y-Teens 2 Treasurer, 3, 45 KING, JUDY-Newspaper 45 Rhythmetres 2, 35 Operetta 2, 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 45 Latin Club 25 KINKADE, PATI-National Forensic League 2, 3, 45 Y- Teens 45 Rhythmettes 25 Operetta 25 Class Play 33 Spanish Club 25 Class Assembly 25 Junior Red Cross 2, 3 President, 45 KLIPPEL, GENE--Track 2, 3, 45 Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Band 25 Intramural Sports 3, 45 KRAMER, JOYCE-Y-Teens 2, 35 Junior Council on World Affairs 25 Allied Youth 25 French Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 LAMB, LESTER LANE, SHARON-Operetta 2, 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 French Club 25 G.A.A. 25 Intramural Sports 25 Red Cross 2, 45 LEE, SONIA-Transfer from Minster, Ohio, 19555 Band 45 Chorus 45 Operetta 45 tfeniom 55 rfeniom LEEDOM, DON-Golf 2, 3, 45 Allied Youth 3, 45 Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 45 LEHMAN, DAVID-Intramural Sports 25 LEWIS, DOLORES-Annual Staff 45 Hall Monitors 3, 45 Rhythmettes 2, 35 Operetta 2, 35 Future Teachers 2, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Spanish Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Interscholastic Hockey 3 Manager5 Interscholastic Baseball 25 Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 45 Intramural Manager 35 Junior Red Cross 25 LITSEY, MYRNA-Y-Teens 45 Operetta 25 Future Home- makers 2, 3, 4 Treasurer5 LONG, DARYL-Track, 3, 45 Theta Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Cross Country 45 LORIMER, JOHN-Kappa Hi-Y 45 Science Club 3, 4 President5 LOW, BARBARA-Allied Youth 3, 45 G.A.A. 2, 35 Intramural Sports 2, 35 MADDEN, WALTER REED-Football 2, 3, 45 Track 2, 3, 45 Annual Staff 45 Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Hall Moni- tors 3, 45 Class Play 45 Junior Council on World Af- fairs 45 French Club 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Class Officer 2 Social Chairman5 Class Assembly 2, 45 junior Red Cross 2, 45 Prom Committee 35 MAGILL, MIKE-Track 2, 3, 45 Football 45 Intramural Sports 2, 35 Alpha Hi-Y 25 Delta Hi-Y 3, 45 MANN, BARBARA-Torch and Keystone 3, 45 Hall Monitors 45 Future Teachers 3, 45 junior Council on World Affairs 35 Allied Youth 25 French Club 2, 3, 45 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 President Intramural Captain 35 Inter- scholastic Hockey 2, 3, 45 Interscholastic Basketball 3, 45 Interscholastic Baseball 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Photography Club 3, 45 MANNY, MIKE-Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Science Club 45 MARTIN, KAREN-Transfer Lima, Ohio 19555 Y- Teens 45 - g,5,,LU MARVIN, BARBARA-Band 2, 35 Future Homemakers 3, 4 Treasurer5 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Red Cross 2, 3, 45 Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 45 MATTOZC, DEANNA-Future Homemakers 45 Red Cross 5 McCLANAHAN, TED-Basketball 2, 3, 4 Co-Captain5 Baseball 2, 3, 45 Football 2, 3, 45 Torch and Keystone 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 3 President, 4 Vice President5 Class Officers 3 Treasurer, 4 Vice President5 Class Assembly 2, 45 MCCONOUGHEY, BETSEY-Rhythmettes 2, 35 Operetta 2, 35 Allied Youth 2, 45 Latin Club 25 Future Nurses 45 MCCUNE, JIM-Track 25 Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Operetta 3, 45 Movie Operators 2, 3, 45 Intramural Captain 35 Intramural Sports 39 Class Assembly 45 Junior Red Cross 33 MCDONALD, JOHN-Football Manager 3, 45 Statistician 45 Torch and Keystone 3, 45 Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 45 Intramural Sports 3, 45 Junior Red Cross 25 McGOWAN, ROBERT-Football 2, Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Movie Operators 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 4, MCGOWAN, SHARON-Torch and Keystone 3, 4, Annual Staff 4, Band 2, 3, 4, Future Homemakers 3, 4, Future Teachers 2, 3 Secretary, 4 President, Allied Youth 2, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Officers 4 Secretary, MCKANDLES, BARBARA-Y-Teens 2, Allied Youth 4, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Basketball 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, MENDENHALL, PAT-Transfer Stivers 1955, Junior Council on World Affairs 4, French Club 4, Future Nurses 4, MERCER, JOE-Kappa Hi-Y 3, Hall Monitors 3, 4, Zeta Chi Hi-Y 4, METZGER, JANET-Transfer Wilbur Wright 1954, National Forensic League 3, 4, Y-Teens 4, Class Play 4, Junior Achievement 3, X METZLER, ELAINE-Hall Monitors 3, Future Home- makers 4, Future Teachers 4, Allied Youth 2, French Club 2, 3: 4: X u.lIl.i.l MICHAEL, EILEEN-Future Homemakers 2, 4, Allied Youth 3, MILES, BARBARA-Future Homemakers 2, 3, 4 Presi- dent, Allied Youth 3, G.A.A. 2, 3, Intramural Sports 3, MILLER, MARILYN-Transfer Patterson Co-operative, 1953, Y-Teens 3, Future Homemakers 4, junior Coun- cil on World Affairs 4, Allied Youth 2, G.A.A. 3, 4, junior Achievement 4, MILLER, PAM-Newspaper Staff 3, 4, Quill and Scroll 3, Y-Teens 4, Future Teachers 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Assembly 4, MILLER, ROBERT-Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 4, Class Assembly 2, MILLER, TOM-Golf 2, National Forensic League 4, Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 Secretary, Band 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 2, Intramural Sports 3, Class Assembly 2, Red Cross 35 MORGAN, DIANE-Operetta 2, 4, Future Homemakers 2, 3 Vice President, 4, MORRIS, DONNA-Allied Youth 2, 4, French Club 2, 3, MORRIS BOB-Allied Youth 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4: MOYER, MARILYN-Band 2, 3, 4, Librarian 2, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Captain 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Future Nurses 4, MULLER, LARRY-Allied Youth 4, lnterscholastic Base- ball 2, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 4, Seniors 57 ,Yeniom NAGEL, SONDRA-Y-Teens 4, Allied Youth 2, 33 G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, junior Red Cross 2, 35 NEILSON, MARIANN-National Forensic League 3, 4, Hall Monitors 4, Band 2, 3, 4, Librarian 3, Class Play 4, Future Homemakers 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Basketball 2, 3, NEWBERRY, DOROTHY-Rhythmettes 2, 3, Operetta 2, 3, Allied Youth 2, 4, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 2, NEWTON, DAVE-Transfer Fairview 1954, Basketball 3, 4, Golf 3, 4, Kappa Hi-Y 3, 4, NICKEL, EILEEN-Librarian 4, Future Homemakers 2, 3, 4, Red Cross 3, 4, NICKEL, JOHN-Intramural Sports 2, 35 NICKEL, ORLENE-Allied Youth 3, Future Nurses 4, NOLAN, MARLENE-Transfer Mark Twain, Statesburry, West Virginia, Y-Teens 3, 4, A NORDENBROCK, PAT-Hall Monitors 3, Future Teach- ers 2, 3. 4: Allied Youth 2, Latin Club 2, Future Home- makers 4, NORRIS, RALPH--Basketball 2, 3, 4, Baseball 2, 3, 4, Annual Staff 4, Student Council 2, 3 Vice President, Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, President, 4, Hall Monitors 4, Cross- Country 4, Intramural Sports 2, NORTH, JEANNE-Y-Teens 2, Hall Monitors 2, 3, Future Teachers 3, 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 3, 4, Latin Club 2, Spanish Club 3, 4, President G.A.A. 3, 4, Intramural Captain 3, Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 4, junior Red Cross 2, 4, OLT, TOM-Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 4, ORNDORF, LOUIS-Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, Hall Monitor 3, PACKARD, CARLA-Transfer From Caldwell, New Jer- sey, 1255, Senior Y-Teens, Future Teachers 4, French Club , PARK, BOB-Football 3, 4, Golf 2, 3, 4, Movie Operator 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, PENNY, DOUG-Transfer from Milton-Union, 1954, Science Club 4: PERDUE, PATRICIA-Junior Y-Teens, Senior Y-Teens, Future Homemakers 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, PERRY, BEVERLY, Transfer from Xenia Central, 1954, Future Teachers 4, Allied Youth 4, French Club 3, GJZA. 3, 4, Interscholastic Hockey 4, Intramural Sports 5, s PHILLIPS, ALVERDA-National Forensic League 2, 3, Annual Staff 4, Rhythmettes 2, 3, Operetta 2, 3, Class Play 3, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, French Club 2, 3, G.A.A. 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, PLATT BRAINARD-Football 2, 3, Track 2, Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Sergeant of Arms, Hall Monitors 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, POTTER, BOB-Transfer from Dallas, Texas, 1952, Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 3, PRATHER, REBECCA-Torch and Keystone 3, 4, Pho- tography Club 2, Junior Achievement 2, 3 Treasurer, 4 Vice President, PRATHER, ROBERT-Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Hall Monitor 4, Movie Operators 2, 3, Chorus 4, PRICE, KENNETH-Transfer from Rogersville, Tennes- see, 1955, PRICE, THOMAS-Transfer from Mercersburg Academy 1953, Kappa Hi-Y 2, RADER, DORIS-Newspaper Staff 4, Assembly Commit- tee 4, Student Council 3, 4, Hall Monitors 3, Library Committee 3, Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 4, G.A.A. RFID, MARCIA-Annual Staff, Editor 4, Future Nurses 4, Future Teachers 3, Junior Council on World Affairs 3. 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, Spanish Club 3, 4 Secretary, G.A.A. 2, 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Science Club 4, Junior Achievement 3, 4 President, RENSCH, BEVERLY-Newspaper Staff 3, 4 Editor, Quill and Scroll 3, 4, Y-Teens 4, Librarian 2, Future Teachers 3, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, Allied Youth 2, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 3, 4, Junior Achievement 3, President, RICKARD, CAROL-Y-Teens 4, Hall Monitor 4, Future Teachers 3, 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4 Treasurer, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2: 3, 4 Point Secretary, Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Basketball 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Red Cross 4, Junior Red Cross 4, National Forensic League 4, RICHARDS, BARBARA-Operetta 2, 3, 4, Future Home- makers 2, 3, 4, ROACH, CAROL-Hall Monitors 3, Junior Council on World Affairs 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, French Club 3, Spanish Club 2, Class Officer 3, Social Chairman, Cheerleader 2, 3, 4 Captain, Junior Red Cross 3, Secre- tary, ROADES, JEAN--Senior Y-Teens, Allied Youth 2, Span- ish Club 2, G.A.A, 2, Intramural Sports 2, General Singing 3, ROBBINS, TOM-Tennis 3, 4, Intramural Sports 3, 4, Photography Club 2, 3, 4, ROBERTS, JANICE-Golf 4, Newspaper Staff 4, Hall Monitors 2, 3, Band 2, Future Teachers 3, 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4 Sergeant at Arms, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 2, 3, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intra- mural Sports 2, 3, 4, Junior Red Cross 4, Intramural Manager 3, Future Nurses 4, ROBERTSON, ROBERT D.-Allied Youth 3, ROECKNER, RITA-Newspaper Staff 3, 4, Rhyrhmetres 2, 3 Sergeant, Operetta 2, 3, Allied Youth 2, 4, Spanish Club 2, Junior Red Cross 2, Seniors ty87fLZ'01 J' ROEPKEN, PAUL-French Club 2, 3, Interscholastic Basketball 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, ROETTER, WILLIAM-Theta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Band 2, 3, 4, ROGERS, RONALD ROLLER, DALLAS-Newspaper Staff 3, 4, Sigma Hi-Y 4, Operetta 2, 3, 4, ROMER LOIS ANN-Rhythmettes 2, 3, 4, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 4, Latin Club 2, Class As- sembly 2, ROSENQUIST, NED-Theta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 4, Science Club 3, 4 Vice President, ROSS, JIM-Transfer from Wilbur Wright 1953, Operetta 2, 3, 4, Chorus 2, 3, 4, ROUND, TOM-Allied Youth 3, 4, RUCKSTUHL, JON-Track 4, Band 2, 3, Movie Operators Z, Lngamural Captain 4, Intramural Sports 4, Science lu , RUESCHHOFF, NANCY-Future Homemakers 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 2, 3, RUSH, LARRY-Transfer from Stivers 1955, Theta Hi- Y 4, RUSSELL, JEANNE-Transfer South Africa 1953, Cali- fornia 1955, Allied Youth 2, 4, Rhythmettes 2, Future Teachers 4, Newspaper Staff 4, G.A.A. 2, 4, Hall Mon- itors 4, Quill and Scroll 4, RYAN, RAY-Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, SAETTEL, KAY-Transfer from julienne 1955, Y- Teens 4, SALAZAR, LILLIE-Transfer Antonito, Colorado 1955, Operetta 4, SANDY, JIM-Allied Youth 35 SCHAEFER, CHRISTINE-Future Homemakers 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, G.A.A. 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, SCHIMER, PATRICIA-Future Hornemakers 2, G.A.A. 3, Red Cross 4, SENSENBAUGH, CAROLYN-Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, G.A.A. 2, 3, Intramural Captain 2, Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, Future Nurses 4, SENSENBAUGH, MARILYN-Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, G.A.A. 2, 3, Interscholastic Hockey 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, SHANEYFELT, DONNA-Operetta 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 4, G.A.A. 2, Interscholastic Hockey 2, Intramural Sports 2, 3, SHRODER, RICHARD-Theta Hi-Y 3, 4, Band 2, 3, Science Club 4, SHROYER, JUDY-Torch and Keystone 3, 4 Vice Pres- ident, Annual Staff 4, Student Council 2, Hall Monitors 3, 4, Rhythmettes 2, Operetta 2, Future Teachers 3, 4 Vice President, Junior Council on World Affairs 4, Allied Youth 2 Social Chairman 3, 4, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 3, 4, Intramural Manager 3, Interscholastic Hockey 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Quill and Scroll 4, SIEBER, JOHN-Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Movie Operator 2, 3, 4, French Club 2, 3, Photography Club 2, SIMS, TIM-National Forensic League 2, Kappa Hi-Y 4, Debate 2, Junior Council on World Affairs 2, Intramural Sports 4, SMALL, JUDY-Transfer from Wilbur Wright 1955, Senior Y-Teens, SMITZI, DONALD-Intramural Sports 4, Science Club 3, S SMITH, JAMES E.-Basketball 2, Football 2, 3, 4, Track 3, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, SMITH, JAMES W.-Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Movie Opera- tors 3, 4, SMITH, MIKE-Band 2, Class Assembly 2, SMITH, RONALD-Baseball 2, 3, 4, Football 2, 3, 4, Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, SMITH, KAY-Y-Teens 3 Social Chairman, 4 Vice Pres- ident, Hall Monitors 2, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, Allied Youth 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, Future Nurses 4, SNYDER, ROBERT-Football 2, 3, 4, sigma Hi-Y 2, SORAH, PAT-Newspaper Staff 4, Future Teachers 4, junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, Latin Club 2, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Captain 3, Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Hockey Manager, SPENCER, JOHN-Transfer from Stivers 1954, Kappa Hi-Y 3, 4 Sergeant at Arms, Cross Country 4, SPETFEL, JIM-Football Manager 3, Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Class Assembly 2, ,Yeniom Seniors SPICKER, DALE-Allied Youth 3, 4, SPILLER, BEVERLY-Hall Monitors 4, Operetta 4, Future Homemakers 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, 4, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Interscholastic Hockey 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, STEBERL, NANCY-Transfer from Roosevelt 1953, Junior Y-Teens, Allied Youth 2, 4, Intramural Sports 2, STEINBARGER, JIM STEPHENS, GLENN-Basketball 2, 3, 4, Baseball 2, 3, 4, Student Council 2, Delta Hi-Y 4, Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3 Vice President, Intramural Sports 2, Class Assembly 4, STEWART, MAUREEN-Annual Staff 4, Hall Monitors 3, Rhythmettes 2, 3, 4, Operetta 2, 3, Junior Council on World Affairs 4, Allied Youth 2, 4, Spanish Club 2, G.A.A. 4, Intramural Sports 4, Class Assembly 4, STRACHAN, ANN-Y-Teens 3, 4, Operetta 2, Allied Youth 2, Junior Red Cross 2, TAGUE, JACQUELINE-Transfer Westminister, Colorado 19559 TATE, JIM-Sigma Hi-Y 3, TAYLOR, DORIS-Tennis 2, 3, National Forensic League 3, 4, Newspaper Staff 3, 4, Quill and Scroll 3, 4, Student Council 2, Y-Teens 4, Band 2, Class Play 4, Future Teachers 3, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2 Secretary, Class Assembly 2, Red Cross 3 Vice President, Future Nurses 4, TAYLOR, JOE-Transfer Wilbur Wright 1955, Science Club 4, junior Achievement 4, TEAGUE, MAURINE QWOLFEJ-Newspaper Staff 4, Hall Monitors 3, Movie Operators 4, Photography Club 3,4, junior Red Cross 2, 3, 4, Junior Achievement 3, 4, THOMPSON, WILLIAM-Basketball 2, 3, 4, Football 2, 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Allied Youth 3, 4 President, THOMPSON, DAVE-Football 3, Track 2, 3, Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, THOMPSON, DONALD THUMA, DON-Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, TOUHEY, NANCEE-Annual Staff 4, Librarian 3, 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Allied Youth 2, 3, Latin Club 2, 3, G.A.A. 2, 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3: Junior Achievement 3, 4, Future Nurses 4, TUSSING, LEE-Football 2, 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4, National Forensic League 3, 4, Student Council 4 President, Delta Hi-Y 2, 3 Sergeant at Arms, 4 Vice President, Hall Monitor 3, Class Play 3, 4, Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 4, Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4, Class Officers 3, President, Class Assembly 2, junior Red Cross 2, VACCHIANO, ROSALIE-Hall Monitor 35 Class Play 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 4, Secretary5 Future Teachers 45 Spanish Club 2, 35 Cheerleaders 2, 3, 45 junior Red Cross 25 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 G.A.A. 45 VAUGHAN, JAMES-Transfer Oakwood High School 19533 Basketball 25 Football 2, 45 Track 2, 3, 45 Kappa Hi-Y 35 Operetta 2, 35 French Club 35 VIKMANIS, JURIS-Transfer Fairview 19555 Delta Hi-Y 45 Intramural Sports 3, 45 Science Club 45 VOSLER, CINDY-Y-Teens 2, Secretary, 3 Program Chair- man, 45 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 In- terscholastic Hockey 35 WADE, BOB-Operetta 25 Allied Youth 25 Photography Club 2 Vice Presidentg WAGNER, JANE-Torch and Keystone 3, 45 Annual Staff 45 Hall Monitors 45 Band 2, 35 Future Teachers 3, 45 Junior Council on World Affairs 3, 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Spanish Club 25 Intramural Captain 35 Interscholastic Hockey 2, 45 Interscholastic Basketball 25 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 Class Assembly 45 G.A.A. 2, 3 Social Chairman, 4 Vice President5 WAGNER, SUE-Annual Staff 45 Future Teachers 45 Allied Youth 2, 3, 45 Spanish Club 3, 45 G.A.A. 2, 3, 45 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 45 WARD, PAT-Allied Youth 45 WEAVER, BEVERLY-Librarian 35 Allied Youth 35 45 Latin Club 25 G.A.A. 3, 45 Interscholastic Baseball 35 Intramural Captain 45 Intramural Sports 3, 45 WEBB, JAMES-Basketball 2, 3, 45 Baseball 2, 3, 45 Torch and Keystone 3, 45 Delta Hi-Y 2, 3 Secretary, 4 President5 Band 2, 3, 45 Operetta 2, 3, 45 junior Council on World Affairs 35 French Club 2, 3 President, 45 Intramural Sports 25 Class Assembly 2, 45 Orchestra 2, 3, 45 Cross Country 45 WEBER, BETTY-Allied Youth 3, 45 WEBSTER CHARLES-Transfer Xenia Central 19545 Delta Hi-Y 35 Band 3, 45 Intramural Sports 3, 45 WEISER, BUD-Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Operetta 45 Intra- mural Sports 2, 35 WELLS, JACK-Baseball Managers 2, 3, 45 Delta Hi-Y 45 Intramural Sports 3, 45 WETZ, SHARON-Transfer Fairview 19535 Annual Staff 45 Y-Teens 25 Junior Council on World Affairs 35 Allied Youth 3, 45 Spanish Club 25 Class Assembly 25 WHIPP, DWIGHT-Kappa Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Movie Oper- ators 45 Intramural Sports 2, 35 WHITTEN, ARLAN-Transfer Wilbur Wright 19545 Allied Youth 45 WHITTINGTON, LORETTA-Future Homemakers 25 Allied Youth 3, 45 ,S'enz'0r.r Seniors WICKLUND, KAREN-Operetta 43 Future Homemakers 2, 3g French Club 2, 3, 4, WIMM, RALPH-Kappa Hi-Y 2, 4g Hall Monitor 4g junior Council on World Affairs 3, Allied Youth 33 Intramural Sports 2, WINDSOR, JANET WINTERS, NANCY-National Forensic League 2, 3, Y-Teens 3g Class Play 3g Future Homemakers 2, 3, Class Assembly 2g Red Cross 3, 4g Future Nurses 4g WOODARD, JIM-Delta Hi-Y 2, 3, 4g Junior Council on World Affairs 43 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4g WOODRUFF, LLOYD-Baseball 3g Interscholastic Base- ball Zg Intramural Sports 2, WRIGHT, JACQUE--Transfer Evansville, Indiana 19555 Y-Teens 43 Class Play 4g French Club 4g Junior Achievement 43 WRIGHT, ROBERT-Interscholastic Basketball 25 In- tramural Sports 2g WRIGHT, TOM-Sigma Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Spanish Club 2, 3g Intramural Sports 2g W Y A T T, C H A R L O T T E-Interscholastic Baseball 25 Intramural Sports 2, . YERRID, JANICE-Transfer Charleston, West Virginia 19554 Allied Youth 45 YOUNG, BARBARA-Future Homemakers 2g Allied Youth 2, 3g YOWELL, JOY-Future Homemakers 2, 3, 4g ZEISLER, JOANN-Torch and Keystone 3, 4g Band 2, 3, 45 Future Homemakers 33 Future Teachers 2, 3, 4 Treasurerg Allied Youth 2g Latin Club 25 G.A.A. 2, 3, 4g Intramural Captain 35 Intramural Sports 2, 3, 4g Science Club 45 ZIMERMAN, KAROLYN-Transfer Anderson High l955L Y-Teens 4g ZIMMERMAN, BILL--Theta Hi-Y 2g Movie Operators 2g Allied Youth 2, 3g Red Cross 2, Not Pictured: ARMSTRONG, DOUGLASQ LOPER, THOMASQ HESTON, BARBARAg MANNING, JOHN. 1 f 2 ' www -ws. ww Gini, awp'-. sm, E W' egg? , 'wi . if The Venture Begzm The enrollment at Fairmont has increased tremend- ously since 1930. Today there are over three times as many students as there were then. The school seemed small even with the Freshmen in attendance. Twenty- five years ago, Fairmont had a total of 208 under- classmen, including the Freshmen class. Twenty-five years later in a much larger, but more crowded build- ing, there are 768 in the junior and Sophomore classes in addition to 473 Freshmen enrolled at Van Buren. Even though the Seniors may be at the head of the school, they must have a solid backing. This is sup- plied by the ambitious underclassmen who proudly bear the name of Fairmont students. deff, ,. g Q fi ' xl' 4 X N4 'S DN has . l I Z t 12,432 Wllll F F ik- I N N i 1 4 Q' W-X2 mm 1 v . .QQ M E 30.2-2 353 2 1 WW Scotty Miller-President, Ken De Haven-Vice President, Wynema Lewis-Social Chairman, Margaret Halderman-Secretary, john Spahr-Treasurer ur unior Clam The Juniors began the year with the very success- ful selling of ball point pens, having Fairmont school colors of purple and white. The first high-light of the new year was Holiday for Hearts, the junior dance. The King and Queen of Hearts were chosen by the people attending the dance. The vivid decorations were based on the holi- day of Valentine. As the evening came to a close, everyone agreed that a good time was had by all. The annual junior play of 1956 highlights twenty- five years of producing plays in the Fairmont Audito- rium. The play which was presented this year was jenny Kissed Me. The play depicts the humorous life of an old-fashioned priest who has a time getting used to the new modern ways of school life. The junior-Senior Prom was held on May 11, 1956, at the Dayton Biltmore Hotel. The annual affair given for the Seniors was a tremendous success. To climax a wonderful year the Juniors held a Reception in honor of the Seniors on May 19, 1956. At this time the prophecy and wills were read by the Juniors. Later refreshments were served in the caf- eteria. Twenty-five years of junior class progress show an increased enrollment. Today's junior class boasts 341, while the class of 1931 stopped the roll call with 93 members. Congratulations juniors, for your success and good luck to you in your Senior year. Row 1: S. Archer, J. Andrews, W. Bollinger, P. Addison B. Bussell, C. Balash, M. Dabrowski, R. Davis, S. Boben- house, J. Bowling, M. Bordewisch, Row 2: P. Bond, S Blank, J. Anderson, I.. Collins, j. Cotterman, B. Benson G. Bartlett. M. Bollinger, P. Bow, G. Brown, M. Barrett, A. Barr, Row 3: C. Dills, S. Buehler, C. Braden, M Berner, N. Bennett, P. Buchard, J. Conover, I. Dennis P. Brown, L. Buck, A. Correll. Row 1: S. Flaharty, M. Garvic, K. jenkins, S. Gay, W. Gray, L. Estes, S. Fisher, S. Harrold, V. Guth, L. Ewing Row 2: J. Faulkner, B. Elliott, J. Euiry, E. Erb, P. Hamm, C. Fleitz, B. Fisher, B. Gebhart, M. Haines, S. Grubbs, N. Dyke, Row 3: B. Hayes, C. Gill, J. Gaines, J. Fogle, B. Frye, J. Henry, M. Garza, R. Kistler, N. Elson, B. Foster, M. Halderman. Row 1: P. Phillips, J. Schaeff, C. Richley, M. Miller, P. Meyer, R. Penny, P. Raines, J. Rice, B. Miller, R. Nickel, B. Roberts, B. Murphy, Row 2: D. Romer, C. McKnight, C. Ross, B. Paul, D. Mueller, B. Rausch, J. Riggs, E. Pfoutz, M. Moore, J. Rueger, G. Ritter, D. McNulty, Row 3: A. Nikides, J. Monnin, P. Osborn, D. Michael, D. Mills, A. Moran, J. Mayer, K. Rollason, B. McCloskey, G. Sanders, J. Reid. Row 1: I. Stevenson, T. Wilson, S. Slaven, S. Stevens, A von Isakovics, P. Springer, A. Winn, S. Todd, Row 2: D. Suter, E. Wirzleb, M. Selva, J. Woodard, M. Schweller J. Taylor, M. Woodward, S. Young, Row 3: S. Wander, S. Weidel, 1. Wenzler, B. Turner, C. Ward, V. Young, S. Sirnonton, M. Schoen, C. Weidner. Row 1: B. Chollar, T. Derifield, F. Catalano, B. Baker, D. Browning, B. Briddell, B. Bunn, N. Cost, G. Allen, W Faler, Row 2: B. Fletcher, L. Brooks, J. Austin, I. Arma- cost, J. Brandt, K. Etter, W. Collier, E. Angel, O. Cam- bell, L. Ball, D. Busch, Row 5: E. Evans, T. Blake, W Benner, K. DeHaven, J. Clary, P. Bauser, B. Batin, T Baldwin, B. Burns, D. Cox, J. Andrews. Row 1: D. Falzerano, B. Hayes, L. Galante, R. Hodge 1. Hawkins, R. Goings, R. Harney, J. Geyer, D. Harsh- man, Row 2: B. Hammer, C. Fry, J. Frick, K. Hellarcl G. Fletcher, T. Furrey, D. Folkerth, T. Gross, S. Herbert, Row 3: G. Feverston, B. Garrett, B. Galloway, B. McKay, J. Fothergill, H. Harshman, D. Foltz, D. Hanaghan, C. F latter. Row 1: F. Jones, J. johnson, E. Olinger, C. McFarland G. Lane, J. McCarty, R. Ford, D. Jones, R. Jones, J. Flynn Row 2: N. Noggle, D. Hoppe, J. Lewis, D. Frey, T Maloney, J. Kleimeier, J. McKinney, D. Karns, H. Lobo B. Jones, G. Hartzell, Row 3: E. Liskany, L. Nees, G Jordan, B. Lamb, J. Hofferberth, R. Mohr, D. Matthews A. Lambert, B. Mercer, J. Nurrenbrock, T. Hoyer. Row l: D. Sakada, T. Short, B. Sink, D. Saslow, D. Quig- ley, J. Ryne, B. Barrels, N. Russel, E. Siford, S. Shroyer, Row 2: P. Price, G. Shaneyfelt, J. Sahler, T. Snyder, R. Omer, L. Soenksen, Row 3: K. Severs, M. Peckolr, G. Sexton, D. Patterson, J. Oeswein, B. Shawhan, H. Schwab G. Ruiter, J. Ryne, N. Simpson, R. Schweiterman. Row 1: L. South, J. Spahr, S. Wilcock, J. Vornclran, I Trisel, R. Schalnat, R. Young, T. Waker, B. Wetz, L Woodard, Row 2: B. Wetz, B. Thomas, H. Wright, L Snell, T. Stevens, T. Tufts, F. Wenz, J. Word, L. Wood F. Pepper, Row 5: T. Wells, C. Terzieff, H. Stansell G. Whitten, F. Wollenhaupt, R. West, G. Wymer, J. Zappe, B. Tolle, J. Ulm, D. Walters. Heading the Sophomore class are: Tom Wolf, Dian Weaver, Sandra Helm, julie Jeffrey, and Bill Irelan. Introducing The Clam of 57-58 With the coming of September, 1955, the new Sophomores became quite excited at the thought of attending school again and this time at Fairmont. The attendance at the orientation program showed their enthusiasm to become a permanent part of the school. During the football and basketball sea- sons the 431 Sophomore voices helped lead the teams to many a victory. Later in the year, January 7, 1956, the Sopho- mores presented their annual dance, The Kandy Kane Karnival, under the supervision of Mr. Hall. The dance was very successful, and it gave next year's Juniors some valuable experience for presenting their Junior dance. As the year passed, the Sophomores learned to become part of Fairmont's school life and treasured traditions. They joined many clubs and activities, contributing their vivacious spirit in every way. Bill lrelan, a tall, blond young man, headed the class of '58, largest ever to walk through Fairmont's halls. At the end of the year, the Sophomores held their annual class picnic amid shouts of joy and laughter. Everyone is prepared to take over the status of a Junior next September. Back in 1931, when Fairmont was just a brand new high school, there were only 69 Sophomores and 72 members of the Freshman class. They didn't have as many material things with which to enjoy going to school as we do today. They did not have so many clubs, sports and activities. They had no recording machines, microphones, or even an organ. Students of Fairmont then did not drive cars to school as some of our students do today. Progress we say? Yes, Fairmont has made great progress and the people of Kettering are making it possible that it may make even more progress. The Sophomores should be proud to be a part of Fairmont and be proud to say, 'Tm from Fairmontfi Former Fairmontonians before us have built a fine history and incomparable reputation for Fair- mont that cannot afford to be let down. Fairmont High School is renowned for its outstanding achieve- ments in the fields of sports, scholarships, and many, many others. Keep these records up, Sophomores. They depend on you. Fairmont gives the well-rounded social life that is so very important to a young personis morale and future happiness. Fairmont gives inspiration and ambition which is so valuable to the leaders of tomorrow. Our Sophomores shall be just that-the leaders of the twentieth century. Congratulations and best wishes to next year's Juniors from the graduating class of '56, May the class of ,58 always have as much fun as this gradu- ating class did in school. Memories of school friends and events are forever to be treasured in our scrap- books of life. Row 1: V. Daniels, C. Agnor, F. Angel, M. Cox, H Beasley, D. Arts, L. Arnold, P. Clark, M. Cox, F. Abrams Row 2: L. Denny, J. Beatty, P. DeWinter, A. Bulugaris P. Clark, N. Becker, P. Bilz, S. Cribley, P. Bussard, M Cubbage, K. Doebler, Row 5: M. Brandenburg, P. Bennett, P. Corwin, S. Clayton, G. Brown, B. Colvard, J. Coarney, F. Derifield, C. Dempsey, Row 4: S. Ahrens, N. Clarke B. Baker, S. Brown, I. Berry, M. Bayless, P. Burns, S Bruns, K. Boysen, P. Albaugh. Row 1: L. Gillum, J. Fletcher, G. Greer, M. Goetcheus G. Hendricks, D. Evans, L. Ghere, R. Helfinstine, M. Faler Row 2: P. Giffin, S. Harbison, S. Herbst, S. Helm, M Friedly, J. Gruver, P. Hetzel, M. Grant, P. Fine, Row 3: C. Hoeflinger, D. Gaines, L. Flesher, R. Gray, N. George R. Engelhart, J. Fathergill, J. Gebhart, C. Fisher, Row 4: L. Haas, S. Grerher, E. Gerhardr, S. Harlow, C. Getter G. Doll, S. Grothjan, C. Hild, P. Hanaghan. Row 1: F. Hysinger, M. Knauer, G. Hunter, F. Long, J Lewis, D. Marcum, S. May, M. Lowe, A. Kindred, D Mainous, L. Hoskins, Row 2: J. Lowrey, B. Messer, L Hines, S. Hollis, J. Leedom, C. Hopkins, L. Horn, N Lehman, P. Martin, S. Hughes, B. Klees, Row 3: R. Jacobs R. Gubser, L. Manchester, A. Kistler, D. Hunter, P. Kemp J. Huffman, M. Lenehan, J. Hull, P Kepler, R. Kidder, Row 4: J. Jeffrey, P. Knoop, D. Lemieux, L. Lee, P. Huntzinger, P. Krug, N. Lewis, S. Howard, B. Laughlin, B. Margetts, S. Lang, J. Lannin. Row 1: S. Schoen, J. Merritt, L. Mazak, P. Mulvaney, J. Mooney, P. Schelling, B. Rainwater, P. Oldham, J. Neff, A. Marlin, A. Shawhan, K. Reif, F. Hysinger, S. Schmidt, Row 2: M. Mclntire, P. Murray, Joann Priddy, Joyce Priddy, H. Ruble, J. Phillips, C. Richards, B. Schell, E. Mittenbuehler, K. Norris, J. Ruggles, B. Ruble, M. Phillips, C. Ooley, Row 3: R. McCafferty, C. Reinhard, B. Roosa, Y. Schubert, J. Rufe, B. Rutherford, M. Saettel, P. McCleary, J. Mikesell, N. Ryne, J. Robinson, P. Powell, J. Reiniger, M. Place. Row 1: P. Tankersley, P. Walker, J. Wills, B. Wetz, J Trimble, P. Weller, K. Sparks, S. Stethem, Ann Sigmund, S. Wfilliams, C. Taylor, P. Walton, L. Webb, D. Weaver, Row 2: C. Smith, N. Youngen, M. York, C. Weaver, R Wilson, C. Simmons, S. Stroup, V. Wirrgruber, R. Wagner C. Steinbarger, J. Stoessel, I. Traenkle, S. Urbanas, I Wolfe, K. Watts, B. Whitten, M. Walschaert, S. Whitney D. Wymer, S. Webb, J. Tyler, J. Ward. B. Swallen, C. Slaughter, J. Smith, B. Workman, Row 5- : Row l: R. Allowitz, T. Bryant, R. Bowers, L. Brown, B Blankenship, J. Cyphers, R. Crothers, R. Abare, S. Aultz D. Becher, R. Behnken, B. Blank, Row 2: R. Bow, R Bernard, W. Carroll, L. Bushman, B. Coleman, K. Alger E. Brazelton, R. Arthur, P. Brown, D. Bartley, F. Blocker B. Campbell, Row 3: M. Berry, C. Claypool, A. Astbury R. Brown, B. Adams, D. Crandall, J. Cushen, B. Auery P. Albery, R. Becker, Row 4: G. Cleveland, B. Brazelton R . Calhoun, B. Barrere. L. Coon, J. Bauser, T. Bryant, R. Adman, W. Baker, R. Carolus. s 9 Row 1: D. Pauley, D. Morris, R. Perry, D. Morter, R. Reed, J. Nowak, D. Nishwitz, B. Quire, C. Shirley, C. Randolph, Row Z: J. Moore, T. Ruckstuhl, M. Rector, L. Rickard, R. Salyers, L. Sheets, B. North, S. Moshier, B Ruhle, Row 3: C. Murrell, T. Peters, T. Riffel, M. Osman, D. Porter, T. Seitz, G. Perkins, J. Morgan, J. Potter, K. Prentice, Row 4: G. Ruckgaber, T. Reel, D. Ruther- ford, G. Owen, L. Rhoades, H. Redfern, A. Plesk, K. Reinhard, J. Shaboan, J. Schardt. Row 1: R. Vorhis, T. Wilson, I.. White, W. Wax, J. Sayder, I. Woodard, B. Shirley, A. Vickers, D. Thompson, P. Stump, Row 2: J. Sones, T. Wolf, D. Siford, B. Stuck, K. Vlahos, V. Thompson, T. Stone, D. Sellers, B. Zimmer- man, P. Weber, R. Seibert, Row 5: B. Wonderly, H. Staton, J. Thomas, D. White, D. Spahr, C. Thompson, S. Stout, D. Wanner, I.. Upton, I. Trehnik, R. Zipf, Row 4: E. Zotter, H. Thacker, G. Stevenson, L. Turner, B. Young, D. Spencer, L. Worthen, T. Stauter, R. Smith, G. Voehringer, A. South. ew Facet ew Club! The progress of Fairmont can be easily seen by the great increase in the number of clubs during the past twenty-five years. Such clubs of the past as the Pad and Pencil Club,'l Varsity F, and The Radio Club, seen below, have given way to the Quill and Scrill,', Torch and Keystone, and Future Nurses Club, members of which are seen here at Miami Valley Hospital. Fairmont offers many different outside activities to the students. The activities are educational. They are not the type which deadens interest but which helps to develop a stronger school spirit. They have been formed so that the various student interests can be developed. The clubs of Fairmont are doing terrific work in making the student a better citizen. as NW 5 4 f D 'x 9 X v a X 1 T in c c, we if 'ea T ,A i 'Hi H f. E E , , M E Pictured above: Judy Friedly, Maureen Stewart, Judy Pictured below: Joy Cook, Sharon McGowan, Dolores Shroyer, Ruth Alexander, Jane Wagner, Sue Guess and Lewis, Alverda Philipps, Nancy Kersey, Nancee Touhey. Jeanne North. Sharon Wetz, and Shirley Bensinger. l -S 62 Pictured above: Jayne Dawley, Carol Dexter, Ralph Norris, Reed Madden, Donna Gaines, and Sue Wagner. Twengl-jqve Yemfi Exp form' By 25 Salesmanship, writing ability, mathematics, calm- ness, and a good sense of humor are the require- ments for all students on the annual staff. Twenty- five inexperienced Seniors soon realized the great responsibility which had been given to them. The first few days were used to assign positions, learn the basic fundamentals, and choose an appropriate theme. The following few weeks were used for soliciting advertisements from local patrons. This provided good experience in public relations, funds for the annual, and a good time for everyone. After enough advertisements had been obtained, the staff began production. Each staff member had a specific duty. Everyone soon learned that his job was not easy. Many prob- lems arose and were solved. The chief problems were those concerning deadlines. Several times, dili- gent members burned the midnight oil in order to meet the ptinter's and engraver's deadlines. Assisting Miss Herb, advisor, were Marcia Reid, editor-in-chief, Lynd Forguson, business manager, and Dee Dunning, business assistant. Those in charge of engravings and copy were Shirley Bensinger and Sharon McGowan. 65 Pictured below: Lynd Forguson, Miss Herb, Marcia Reid and Dee Dunning. Extra! Extra! Read all about it. Get your latest Dragon Tales. And who wou1dn't get a copy of the 1955-56 TALES paper which was Fairmontonians' guide to the latest news and views. Meeting the deadline by covering interesting events, writing good copy and snapping sharp pic- tures was what the Dragon Tales staff managed to do all year. The first issue of the school paper rolled off the presses on October 7. It had been published Exim. Exim! by thirty staff members from the three grades. Under the supervision of Mr. Allen, the staff has had a very successful year. The paper, produced bi-monthly, was only one job of the staff. It also published the Dragon Review, which contains interesting stories about the school and some outstanding events outside of the school. The staff met some difficulty in presenting the Fairmont panorama of events, but the obstacles were overcome, and the group enjoyed the hard Work involved in completing the paper this year. The TALES boasts of a total circulation of l,300. The paper has been entered in many contests each year. Students have also entered contests. This past year Fred Ketteman and Ann von Isakovics entered and placed in an Ohio Newswriting Contest at Co- lumbus. Fred placed second and Ann placed fourth of those entered. Top picturwSeated: T. Bard, N. Eby, S. Lang, J. Cook. standing: F. Ketteman, B. Rensch, P. Miller, N. Bennett, A. von Isakovics. Left picture-Seated: J. King, D. Rader. Standing: D. Roller, Mr. Allen, M. Teague, D. Taylor. Read ll About IL Beverly Rensch, editor-in-chief, assigned all stories and proof-read the copy to be used. Assisting her were associate editor, Pam Miller, and managing editor, Doris Taylor. Rita Roeckner, business mana- ger performed the laborious job of balancing the books and paying bills. The layout editors who put a tremendous amount of work in the paper were: Joy Cook, Terry Bard, Nancy Eby, Fred Ketteman, Pam Miller, Ann von Isakovics, Nancy Bennett, and Sandy Lang. Gathering exciting news were re- porters: Janice Roberts, Janet Ballantyne, Joanne DeHaven, Carrol Hull, Sue Krznarich, Jackie Hawk- ins, Ann Barrows, and Pat Sorah. Staff typists were: Doris Rader, Judy King, and Doris Taylor. The advertising manager was Betty Lacy. Circulation managers were Sue Wander and Jeanne Russell. The Fairmomoniam was the first paper published by the journalism class of Fairmont. This paper was issued only four times a year at that time. Right picture: B. Lacy, P. Sorah, R. Roeckner, S. Wonder, J. Russell. 65 Top picture-seated: J. Roberts, J. DeHaven, S. Krznatich C. Hull. Standing: J. King, S. Wander, P. Sorah, J. Russell D. Rader, M. Teague. . F L and Debate Pictured above are the members of the National Forensic League: Row l: Elaine Haywood, April Shawhan, Barbara Gillespie, Jan Metzger, Doris Taylor, Row 2: Carol Rickard Pat Lowles, Anne Barr, Wynema Lewis, janet Jackson, Mary Dale Knox, Marcia Moore, Barbara Benson, Ann Von Isakovics, Mariana Giffen, Pat Kinkade, Row 3: Karen Corsaw, Wanda Chynoweth, Beverly Frye, Mariann Neil- son, Terry Bard, Nancy Eby, Carol Getter, Kay Langdon, Phyllis Osborn, Elaine Pfouts, Row 4: john Goetcheus, Tom Miller, Bud Hurst, Lee Tussing, David Folkerth, Bob Shawhan, Harold Wright, Jim Economides, jerry Kepler, Dave Greenlee, Charles Flatter. Pictured below are the members of the debate team: S. Todd, M. McIntyre, Mr. Smith, L. Nees, D. Winger, D. Hanagan, D. Patterson, T. Sims, T. Walther, D. Karns. all Book, and Paddle Row 1: B. Smith, S. Williams, S. Todd, P. Mulvaney, P. Miller, J. North, K. Kelly, C. Rickard, E. Metzler, N. Kersey, J. Horton, A. von Isakovics, K. Reif, D. Charf, R. Vacchiano. Row 2: J. Manker, M. Schweller, B. Bussell, D. Lewis, J. Zeisler, K. Corsaw, N. Dyke, J. Friedly, M. Berner, B. Mann, P. Albaugh, R. Engelhart, P. Norden- brock, C. Packard. Row 3: D. Dunning, T. Bard, E. Hay- Future Teachers, under the new name of The Helen Hartsock Future Teachers Club, was in its ninth year of being part of Fairmont. The club had charge of Monday morning devotions during the wood, S. Stroup, S. Lang, S. Himes, J. Gaines, J. Rufe, S. Webb, J. Shroyer, N. Eby, J. Wagner, J. Geyer, C. Hanshaw, Miss Warren, Row 4: C. Gill, C. Augsburger, S. Wagner, S. Bensinger, C. Dills, J. Ireland, J. Henry, M. Garza, S. McGowan, W. Chynoweth, S. Guess, J. Fauver, N. Bennett, R. Alexander. second semester. They also presented the annual College Beckons Night which featured former Fairmont students discussing college Life. In the spring the senior members had an enjoyable time visiting classes of Kettering schools. Tournaments and rolbbief The National Forensic League is one of Fairmont's most outstanding clubs. In order to be a member, hours of study and participation are required. This year there were fifty students who were in the Prince of Peace church contests. At the practice tourna- ments, many found various ways to improve their speeches and expressions. There are forty-two members from the different speech meets and Prince of Peace contests, and eight from Mr. Smith's debate teams. Fairmont has been very successful with five students winning the rating of distinction. This is something of which Fairmont is very proud and will remain so throughout the next twenty-five years. Not only those students par- ticipating, but all Fairmont students are looking for- ward to a victorious outcome in the National Finals in Oklahoma sometime in June. The members of the Fairmont debate teams, in- structed by Mr. Smith, have had a very successful year. The events at Springfield were their most out- standing. They came back after winning nine out of twelve rounds. Perhaps the chief objective of the debate teams is to qualify at Columbus. They compete in both this area and in the state. The members, after having qualified, are proud to be members of the National Forensic League. This year there are two teams. It is the first time that Fairmont has had two A teams. They consist of team A-li' and team A-Z. One of the events that the students enjoyed was the district meeting at Ohio University, March 3 and 4. They stayed over night at the university and even though they worked hard, there was an equal amount of fun. Ana' ltr Down The The l955 Marching Band had another sparkling season. They performed at the games, bonfires, and pep assemblies. Many hours went into rehearsing for the shows which were different and entertaining each week. Practice begins the last two weeks in August at Old River. Here the incoming sophomores must not only learn to march eight to five, but also to play and sometimes even dance at the same time. Under the excellent guidance of Senior, Sandy Colwell, the band performed every Friday evening. Sandy showed her loyalty and courage by performing despite her unfortunate accident. Fairmont will surely miss her appearance in the field next year. Some of the key men behind the show are Mr. Shartle, who makes out all the formations, and Mr. Thygerson, who is responsible for the band's arrange- ments. In spite of their busy schedule, the band took time off to play at the Kiwanis Convention, receiving numerous compliments. ield n Friday N zlgbt Accompanying our precision marching band are our own colorful Rhythmettes Corps. This year after considerable testing of dancing, leadership, depend- ability, and showmanship, these girls received the highest grades and were appointed officers of the Corps. Senior Dee Dunning was Cadet Captain, Evelyn Boyer was First Lieutenant, Second Lieutenant was Lois Romer, and Patty Bow was Top Sergeant. Their best show was the gun routine and the chair dance. They have also performed at Shawan Acres. There are 43 girls in the Corps. The competition is keen, and everyone of these girls must learn her dances well. Compared to the band of 25 years ago, a lot of improvements have been made. The size has increased from twenty to ninety-six. We can be proud of our dashing red and black uniforms compared to the flowing capes of the 3O'sf' One of the hardest persons to find in school is Clark Haines, more commonly known as Proff' He devotes a great deal of his time working with all the music teachers in Kettering. In the fall he is busy training new students for the marching band besides directing the whole marching program. The concert season calls for hair-tearing rehearsals, but the per- formances always turn out well. His excellent pro- duction of the operetta has won mention everywhere. Fairmont should be proud that they have the finest music director that can be found. Hats off, Qbe sure it's a Mickey Mouse hatb, to Prof, Murz'Q Maestro One of the most actixe organizations in Fairmont is the concert band. Because of their excellent play- ing and showmanship, they have performed in many other engagements and is well known, not only in this community but in this state and the Mid-West. The band is composed of 105 players, all who sacrifice a lot of their time to present entertaining programs. The band rehearses over eight hours every week during their playing season. The winter concert on February ll, and the spring concert on May 18, found our own Fairmont audi- torium filled to capacity. Besides preparing for these heavy dates the band also played for several conven- tions, childrens concerts at our grade schools, and at an ice-hockey game. In the District Music and State Contest many soloists and ensembles received high ratings from the band. The band is capable of playing from the jazziest Dixieland to the well-known overtures of later years. Itls hard work but every band member is rewarded by a nodding approval by Prof If success were measured, by now, many of you know that the Fair- Fiddle Paddle lst Violins: Judy Irelan, Ruth Penny, Pat Hetzel, Joyce Mooney. Viola: Pat Dunham. String Bass: Shirley Young. Flutes: Phyllis Osborne, Frances Geddes. Clarinets: James Webb, Lynd Forguson. Trumpets: Gary Jordan, james Hoffman. Percussion: Doug Browning, Roger Cal- houn, David Sellers. 2nd Violins: Inghilt Traenkle, Lonnie White, Roberta Ray. Cellos: Rickey Fanning, Janet Jackson. Oboe: Mary Ann Heinemann. Bassoon: Marilyn Moyer. Horns: John Goetcheus, Carol Edgington. Trombones: jim Johnson, Dave Greenlee. jaroslav Holesovsky, Director W The Fairmont orchestra had a most successful year under the capable baton of its new director, jerry Holesovsky. Besides teaching at Fairmont and in other Kettering schools, he is concertmaster for the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra and has his own radio show. One of his favorite remarks is Give it a lot of schmaltz, like Hollywoodfi The orchestra, composed of forty-five members, has shown its fine musicianship in appearing in many programs. In December members were honored by being chosen to play at the Ohio Music Educa- tors' Conference in Toledo. During the rest of the year, they played at the senior and junior class plays, for the P.T.A. Founders Day dinner, and accom- panied the chorus for the operetta. They also per- formed in a few assemblies, and the strings received a good rating in the District Music Contest. w - T '2iii2E..,., . i J li E e 5 E f 1i -' ' AZ:5 E:E. Q '2:gE,A f' X V 1', ' :21 ' f - 'V, Ky i f L 1 Y ,,.G , ,E 3 5? Q lp? 'W if :':::- E - ':' A . A W ' ' ::E:, fig 'A fl E ,i VZZV ' b X Q, C 1 l Row 1: J. Cotterman, S. Bueller, D. Dunn, Row 2: R. Dixon, B. Allen, R. Smith, J. Mercer, K. Saettel, J. Gaines, G. George, C. Bainter, Row 3: J. Himes, B. Bizza, B. jones, S. Ellis, L. james, J. Blackburn, L. Salazar, S. Lee, Row 4: J. Stinebarger, J. Manning, B. Miller, D. Cox, D. Roller, G. Clark, B. Hattery, B. Jodry, J. King. Let 5 Sin Together This year seemed exceptional as far as new clubs and organizations being started at Fairmont. One of the most successful was the Girls Glee Club. This is an organization under the directorship of Mrs. Ber- nice Bilbrey. Although it is an integral part of the music depart- ment, it also acts as an independent unit, rather than with the large chorus. Having a membership of twenty girls, the club participated in the state music contests in April, and sang for civic and social organizations throughout the Dayton and Miami Valley area. They represented Fairmont well, and were a credit to Kettering. The girls are chosen by their ability and desire to work hard. Many of them appeared in school functions. Anyone who nears the music department fourth period and hears tremendous tones and chaos in perfect harmony realizes he is eavesdropping on a practice session of the Fairmont chorus. Composed of sixty-six members with Jerry Heckerman as presi- dent, they interpreted a variety of compositions. Under the direction of Mr. Lloyd Blatt, they sang The Breath of Godv by Sateren and The Creation by Ritchner. The Breath of God was one of the selections they used in the state music contest in April. The Creation was sung before the Fairmont student body and civic organizations of Dayton and Kettering. The state musical contest and the oper- etta consumed the majority of the chorus' time. ' 4 Row 1: Mr. Badertscher, M. Cox, P. Schelling, D. Gaines, R. Wilson, L. Shade, J. Cpyhers, D. johnson, C. Slaugh ter, J. Tremble, G. Hunter, M. Faler, Row 2: J. Wells, A. Bulugaris, P. Martin. B. Ruble, J. Dunham, D. Hoffer berth, B. jackson, H. Glover, J. Berry, C. Steinbarger, J. Lowery, Row 3: D. Hunter, S. Stethen, D. Wymer, R. Jacobs, S. Lang. M. Walschaert, D. Jackson, G. Voehringer, P. Oldham, M. Cubbage, C. Fisher, C. Richards. Another new organization at Fairmont this year was the formation of the Sophomore chorus. Open only to Sophomores the chorus is a subject elected with credit given toward graduation. This club in its infancy is under the directorship of Mr. Robert Baderstcher, a new member of the faculty at Fair- mont. He is a graduate of Ohio State University with a masters degree in music education. Sandy Lang as the elected president is the presiding officer. The organization is a division of the music department and acts independently from the large junior-Senior chorus. The chorus took part in the state contests in April. These contests are held in Columbus, and this is the first year thev participated in the events. They sang as a unit and in individual and ensemble arrange- ments. They sang for individual social and civic organizations in Dayton and Kettering. The Sopho- more chorus is to be used as a stepping stone to the larger Tunior-Senior chorus. Iliff An Ilonmf T 0 Below Standing: Nancy Bennett, Ann Barrows, Judy Shroyer, Marcia Reid, Beverly Rench, Fred Ketteman Seated: Ann von lsakovics, Rita Roeckner, Terry Bard, Quill and Scroll is the international honorary society for high school journalists. Requirements for being a member are: the student must be in the upper third of his class, and must have clone excel- lent work on the newspaper or annual staff. Row 1: R. Prather, E. Haywood, S. Bensinger, J. Wagner, J. Shroyer, J. Zeisler, B. Mann, J. Frieclly, Row 2: Mr. Flatter, I. Goetcheus, M. Hall, S. McGowan, J. lrelan, W. Doris Taylor, Nancy Eby Not pictured: Shirley Bensinger, Sharon McGowan Torch and Keystone, Fairmont's chapter of the National Honor Society, began the new year with twenty-one members. The members are chosen by the faculty on the basis of their character, scholar- ship, leadership, and service. Chynoweth, A. Huntington, D. Greenlee, Row 3: I. Webb, B. Albright, P. Brust, H. Desch, T. McClanahan, J. Mc- Donald. Future Homemukerf Row 1: M. Litsey, D. Fly, E. Nickel, V. DeWinter, B. Richards, M. Miller, B. Spiller, E. Michael, R. Jackson B. Cate, Row 2: B. jones, N. Kemp, L. Estes, C. Richards G. Jackson, B. Klees, L. johnson, E. Metzler, D. Morgan, J. Akers, Row 3: R. Steineke, N. Rueschhoff, P. Hudson, J. Fogle, J. Johnson, M. Neilson, C. Dills, M. Gillett, S Hines, B. Marvin, Miss Vogelsang. kotogrupky Club Row 1: M. Phillips, C. Balash, B. Bunn, R. Alexander, W Benner, B. Wetz, M. Teague, J. Ennis, Row 2: Mr Graham, G. Gray, T. Robbins, T. Stevens, H. Darnell, D Winger, T. Henger, B. Wetz. I l E I Y' YD' ' ' ' f .. ...-.... .J Experiments A na' Discoveries Row 1: R. Penny, J. Zeisler, N. Rosenquist, D. Erickson, J. Lorimer, R. Braun, C. Balash, F. Long, Row 2: Mr. Nolan, D. Penny, J. Allen, 1. Geyer, M. Reid, D. Mills, AI. Irelan, P. Clark, G. Lane, Mr. Wysong, Row 3: L. Wood, D. Karns, R. Cyester, R. Shrocler, J. Vikmanis, D. Bennett, C. Flatter, D. Leis, D. Quigley, Row 4: J. Ruck- stuhl, R. Bunn, M. Manny, H. House, H. Wright, D. Smith, J. Fothergill, B. Lamb, T. Price. Tomorrowk Homemakerr The Future Hornemakers of America is an organi- zation dedicated to the purpose of promoting several objectives, some of which are: appreciation of the joys and satisfaction of homemaking, wholesome individual and group recreation, and interest in home economics. This organization is most important to those taking up home economics in college or for those making use of its training after graduation. The president of this group is Barbara Miles, and the adviser is Miss Helen Vogelsang. Poof! There goes another experiment! Now I will have to start over againli' This is frequently heard at a Science Club meeting. This club with advisors, Mr. Nolan and Mr. Wysoing, takes field trips to many industries and plants where scientific work is done. The club is divided into four sections: CU Radio, C25 Chemical, C35 Mechanical, and C45 Astronomy. The members also have an individual project which they work on throughout the year. Skutterlaugf The Photography Club, sometimes called the Shutterbug Club, is a very active club. Meeting every club period and various other times, its mem- bers strive to learn better techniques of photography. The group is split up into the beginner flickers and the more advanced photographers. The group's advisor is Mr. Graham. All work and no play makes a bad camera man so they say. Some of the club's outside activities included a field trip, a visit to a professional studio and a party. The annual contest held by the club was a huge success with a lot of nice prizes given. , , ,- .fopbomorfg funimg and Senior Allied Yauth And TlJBV6if Alwayr Fun For Everyone A large club at Fairmont is Allied Youth. From the small group in the beginning in 1950, to the present 505 members in 1956 illustrates its tre- mendous growth. Allied youth has taken giant strides forward and progressed in many aspects. The club followed in the same steps molded by clubs at Fair- mont throughout its 25 years. The clubls sponsors were: Mr. Fouts, Mr. Pudding- ton, Mr. Rayburn, and Mr. Wagner. Officers for the 1955-56 year were: Bill Thompson, president, Ted McClanahan, vice-president, Steve Ellis, secretary, and Sandy Colwell, treasurer. The monthly meetings of Allied Youth were held during club period. After the business meeting, the remaining time was spent in seeing movies, playing games, or listening to guest speakers. Square dancing was one of the most popular activities. Movies at this year's meetings included many interesting sub- jects, such as Hawaii, and activities of various Allied Youth clubs throughout the nation. The outstanding social event of the club was the skating party at Triangle Skateland on December 12. Nearly 500 Fairmont students and guests attended, and collected bruises and floor burns to evidence this fact. The club also sponsored an assembly for the student body. Allied Youth has strived throughout the year to show Fairmontonians that its members can have a good time without the use of alcoholic beverages. Above is pictured one of the clubs existing at Fairmont in 1930. One of the events for the year was a glider race, which was open to any student. One of the club's biggest projects was building a ten-foot wind tunnel used for testing model crafts. Left to Right: Lee Tussing, Bonnie Harry, Les Cyphers. Leaders of the Future Thirteen capable and leading members of the student body formulated this year's Student Council. Advised by Mr. Somers and Mr. Burns, Lee Tussing acted as president. Les Cyphers was vice-president and Bonnie Harry was secretary-treasurer. Five members from the Senior class and four from -the Sophomore and junior classes were elected in the spring of 55. These students along with their advisers met approximately every two weeks to discuss and im- prove the unfavorable conditions of the school and student body. Some of the problems that were dis- cussed were student parking conditions and other problems concerning student welfare. These prob- lems were discussed so that the student body and school could be kept at it's high academic and social standing. Among many of their projects were the polio drive and after-game dances in the gym. The annual homecoming dance after the football game was also sponsored by our Student Council. May the future Student Councils of Fairmont High School keep up the good work of those of the past. Row 1: T. Stauter, B. Harry, B. Hurst, L. Nees, D. Rader, L. Cyphers, S. Grubbs, J. Woodard. B. Tolle, Mr. Burns, R. McCafferty, M. Mclntire, Row 2: Mr. Somers, E. Zotter, Standing: L. Tussing. Pictured above-Row I: C. Dusseau, C. Weaver, P. Hetzel, E. Mittenbuehler, B. Messer, J. Mooney, K. Douebler, J. Wright, D. Marcum, Row 2: J. Hogue, D, Michael, J. Irelan, A. Moran, M. Reid, R. Prather, V. Young, V. Silcox, Row 3: S. Moshier, J. Trebnik, L. Worthen, J. Hawkins, P. Weber, C. Longworth, R. Perry. Club! Promote Interest In World Business -IUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT has set the goal of promoting interest in its many club activities at Fair- mont. The monthly meetings had guest speakers who told of business and its many opportunities for students. In the spring, a display was placed in the library depicting the products manufactured by vari- ous J. A. businesses. JUNIOR COUNCIL ON WORLD AFFAIRS is a club with the purpose of promoting interest in the happenings of today's complex world. In Novem- ber, the Fairmont group co-sponsored the World Trade Forum held at the National Cash Register Auditorium. The activities of the club were clirnaxed by the spring trip to Washington D. C., and New York. fn Red Crorr Lend! Hefzbing Hand A picture of bustling activity was -the junior Red Cross workers as they again packed gift chests for the children in foreign lands. This is one of the outstanding projects of the organization which is affiliated with the Red Cross. One of the outstanding and best organized service clubs at Fairmont, the Junior Red Cross was fortunate in again having Miss Urick as faculty advisor. Miss Urick has made almost every student a part of the Red Cross through membership drives. Buelah Cate, an outstanding participant, has for the last three years earned the greatest number of points in the club. Colorful stars being sold, and a breath-taking tree let all the students know that the Red Cross was ready for Christmas. At Easter the Red Cross had another project. Some community services the stu- dents participated in included helping at the hos- pital and the Barney Community Center. Monitorr Aid T loe Newcomer Visitors asked, Where is the office? Where is 102? The students who ably directed these people to the correct place were the hall monitors. Eight people were stationed in the halls during each period of the day. The students were chosen at the begin- ning of the year from the different study halls. An applicant had to fill out a form, have it checked, and then wait to see if he would be chosen. The hall monitors rendered a valuable service to Fairmont. They kept tab on students in the halls, by seeing if the person had a hall pass from his teacher. Also they could help visitors locate the room or person they wanted. In addition to this, one moni- tor a period sat outside Mt. Rayburn's class and helped when needed. The hall monitors were envied during Christmas and at the end of the year, for they were invited to many of the parties in the rooms. We offer sincere thanks to the hall monitors. The Movie Mnkerr 0 E H S The visual education system enables several Fair- mont students to offer their services as projection- ists during study periods. At the beginning of the year they received instructions in operating and re- pairing the school's different projection machines and setting up -the screens and sound equipment. Their duties included working with the audito- rium stage spotlights. They are also responsible for obtaining and setting up the equipment in the right rooms when instructors had films to be shown to certain classes. After showing the films, they also rewound them and returned all equipment to its proper place. This group, under the direction of Mr. Rayburn, has grown increasingly necessary to Fair- mont's visual education program. Fairmont? Newest Club A new fast-growing club at Fairmont is the Future Nurses Club. Organized during the spring of 1955, the club moved forward at a rapid pace in the 1955-56 year. The purpose of the club is to create an interest in the nursing profession and its related fields. Under the sponsorship of the Montgomery County Medical Society, the club has participated in many activities. The girls have worked, in co-operation with the Volunteer Service Bureau, as teen aides at Miami Valley Hospital. Teen aides work on the various floors of the hospital helping to feed patients. passing out fresh water, and cheering up the patients. Activities at the monthly meetings have included a candlelight induction service, movies depicting various phases of the nursing profession, a tour of Miami Valley Hospital, and speeches by people in the medical profession. Other activities included a skating party, and a formal dinner. All signs indicate promising years ahead -for Future Nurses. f 71 Rea' ron Row l: B. Cate, R. jackson, L. Ghere, E. Nickel, P. Addi- son, P. Bow, D. Decker, M. Barrett, R. Nickel, M. Knox M. Branddenburg, C. Davis, Row 2: Miss Urick, P. Bond J. Huddleston, S. Maggs, J. North, C. Rickard, N. Kemp, S. Brownell, B. Benson, Sonja Hughes, A. Barr, P. Heusch, B. Bussell, Row 3: M. Friedly, P. Mulvaney, P. Bills, J Roberts, J. Woodard, B. McCloskey, J. Reid, N. Eby, A. Nikides, S. Clayton, B. Rainwater, M. Selva, Row 4: R. Bunn, C. Smith, S. Lane, M. Hockett, J. Wenzler, C. Dills, T. Bard, G. Doll, B. Marvin, M. Teague, S. Becker, E. Ackerman, N. Bennett. Hall Monitors Row l: D. Charf, B. Spiller, D. Lewis, P. Bond, C. Rick- ard, P. Huston, D. Dunning, S. Blank, B. Miller, J. Black- burn, J. Bacchus, Row 2: J. Mercer, A. Barrows, J. Russell J. Shroyer, E, Haywood, J. Cook, M. Neilson, M. Halder- man, J. Wagner, B. Mann, J. Ryne, L. Galante, S. Miller Row 3: B. Sink, D. Hanaghan, D. Hoppe, R. Wimm, J Heckerman, G. Clark, L. Cyphers, J. McCune, B. Platt R. Frank, Row 3: T. Baldwin, D. Matthews, R. Madden H. Desch, N. Eichenlaub, J. Howard, R. Norris, J. Zappe B. Prather, B. Tolle, J. Fisher. Vifuul Education Row 1: B. Hoover, T. Waker, M. Teague, J. Cartmell, N. Gross, Row 2: J. Himes, J. McCune, J. Siever, B. Prather, J. Armacost, K. Etter, T. Stevens, D. Whipp, Row 3: W. Young, B. Lamb, J. Fothergill, B. Zimmerman, T. Schwab, W. Benner, J. Ryne. Future Nurses Row 1: Miss Powell, N. Touhey, A. von Isakovics, N. Winters, J. Dunn, C. Dexter-president, J. Jackson, J. Rice-vice-president, C. Cashour, J. Dawley-treasurer, A. Barr-secretary, C. Sensenbaugh, M. Knox, O. Nickel, F. Long, D. Beasley, Mrs. Krebs, Row 2: V. Guth, P. Men- denhall, R. Nickel, B. Elliott, S. Bunger, J. Gray, K. Smith, G. George, K. Kelly, B. Miller, B. Benson, M. Moyer, Row 3: J. Andrews, J. Anderson, B. McConnaughey, S. Blank, B. Doll, B. Rutherfork, M. Moore, C. McKnight, D. Hale, P. Hetzel, D. Taylor, J. Hudclleston, D. Leighty, Row 4: M. Jollay, S. Guess, F. Gooclpaster. N. Dyke, M. Schoen, B. Foster, M. Reicl, P. Dunham, C. Eclgington, D. Lucas, S. Weidel, D. McNulty, D. Gaines, V. Silcox, B. Kretchmer. Library Committee L. Neese, B. Harry, E. Zotter. Wl1at type of books will Fairmont students want? This question is brought before the Library Committee of the Student Council. These students' responsibility is to select books which will interest the student body. Committees of the past years and the one of 1956 seemed to have chosen both ed- ucational and entertaining books, for our library is well stocked with these types of books. Fairmont students are indeed fortunate to have such a wide- spread range of books from which to select those they want. l Atrembbl Committee Row l: J. Woodard, D. Rader, M. Mclntire, Row 2: Miss Funck, Mr. Haines, Mr. Smith, Mr. Somers. The work of this committee of the Student Council is to plan Fairmont's assemblies. The mem- bers assemble at the close of the year and study over the advertisements of various types of entertain- ment and then vote on which they will have. The results are the schedule of assemblies for the follow- ing school year. We owe to this committee thanks for the many fine programs offered to the student body throughout the year. One of the most popular this year was Charles King with his fine program. Other programs have been educational as well as entertaining. Recqntion Committee B. Hurst, L. Cyphers, B. Tolle, T. Stauter. The reception committee is composed of four members of the Student Council. Its members repre- sent all classes. This committee welcomes the new- comer to the school. Members show him around the school, help him to learn the school routine, intro- duce him to other students, and introduce him to school activities. The members of this committee are very friendly and really make the new student feel at home, thereby helping to uphold Fairmont's reputation of a friendly school. l Row l: E. Nickel, L. Collins, G. Jackson, P. Fine, W. Chynoweth, R. Stephenson, Row 2: L. Ewing D. Dixon, P. Dunham, R. Dixon, G. Feverston, S. Bunger. S. Armstrong, J. Woodard, B. Weaver, J. Zeisler, J. Catalano. Library Heglnerf The people who utilize their study halls assisting in the library are much appreciated helpers to the Fairmont student body. The library helpers have proved to be of useful service to Miss Wilson throughout the year. Their duties include the check- ing out of books, placing the returned books on the shelves, and assisting students in locating the books they want. Another of their tasks is filling out the ever-present overdue notices. These students have been important factors in creating an efficient Fairmont library. Bookstore Hegberr Pencils, paper, Compasses, workbooks, notebooks, -this is the realm of the bookstore helpers. Each morning before school and also during fourth period, these students sell the supplies in the bookstore. Under the able direction of Miss Wilson, they have done the job competently. The bookstore, on the second floor, had its greatest rush of business dur- ing the first weeks of school when everyone was hurrying to get supplies. Row l: J. Coatney, M. Goetcheus, G. Hunter, S. Williams M. Lowe, P. Oldham, J. Trimble, H. Beasley, K. Reif, S Schoen, Row 2: J. Farhergill, M. York, M. Grant, S Herbst, A. Kistler, J. Lowrey, P. Schelling, A. Sigmund Sophomore Row l: J. Horton, D. Leighry, S. Harrold, A. Von Isak- ovics, P. Meyer, E. Witzleb, M. Woodard, R. Penny, J. Andrews, P. Addison, M. Dabrowski, S. Todd, Row 2: R. Nickel, K. Kelly, D. Hale, M. Jolly, M. Halderman, J. Dennis, A. Nikides, J. Anderson, S. Dusham, C. Braden, B. Kretschmer, B. Fisher, S. Grubbs, M. Selva, Row 3 P. Clark, Row 3: C. Slaughter, B. Baker, J. Robinson, P. Hunrzinger, J. Mikesell, K. Watts, J. Reininger, S. Grorh- jon, R. Gray. unior YTHKWI Miss Anderson, B. Russell, N. Dyke, N. Elson, D. Lucas, M. Schoen, W. Lewis, J. Houck, N. Bennett, D. McNulty, J. Reid, S. Buehler, P. Bow, C. Fleitz, Row 4: J. Gaines, J. Wenzler, J. Ballanryne, B. Foster, G. Sanders, J. Henry, D. Mills, A. Correll, M. Berner, C. Gill, B. Turner, P. Buchard, C. Edgington. Senior Y - Teens Club Row l: N. Winter, M. Litsey, K. Smith, E. Hergo, J. Gray, M. Giffin, N. Boggs, M. Nolan, Row 2, J. DeHaven, J. Acker, S. Bunger, C. Packard, J. Flee, C. Bainter, A. Strachan, S. Griffith, Row 3: J. Blackburn, P. Miller, C. l Rickard, C. Hanshaw, B. Gillespie, C. Vosler, P. Chapin, G. George, S. Nagel, Row 4: J. Geyer, A. Barrows, N. Doll, K. Martin, J. Rhoades, P. Perdue, C. King, B. Rensch, D. John. T 0 Build A Fellowrlaqn of Women and Girly The SENIOR Y-TEENS of Fairmont have ac- complished much throughout the year. Members started their year by sponsoring, with the other two Y-TEEN clubs, a Halloween dance, Spooks Night Out. This was a masquerade dance with a prize being given for the cleverest costume. At their monthly meetings, they have had, among their other The JUNIOR Y-TEENS club is, as are all three clubs, closely affiliated with the YWCA organization in Dayton and members work together on many projects. The Juniors helped with the Mile-O-Dimes drive in Dayton and were very successful in their work. Also, they went caroling during the Christmas season at the Veterans Administration Center. speakers, a U. D. student from Guam. The spring Mother-Daughter banquet was the final event. The SOPHOMORE Y-TEENS worked with the other Fairmont clubs in launching the annual potato chip selling campaign. In co-operation with the others, members made a scrapbook to send to an African YWCA. The members helped at the Barney Community Center, and did a commendable service to the Center. The club meetings had outside guests, such as a teacher of the blind and a hairdresser. Their fine service, together with their interesting meetings, have made this a well-known club. 88 Gamma mad' hem Hi- Bottom Picture: Row 1: Mr. Henderson, Becker, Becker, Economides, Hofferberth, Flatter, Karns, Sakada, Hatcher, Row 2: Rickard, Jones, Brazelton, Baker, Rosenquist, Evans, johnson, Long, Row 3: Hoffman, Perkins, Med- dock, jordan, Hartzell, Folkerth, Austin, Shroder, Row 4: Walther, Baldwin, Clark, McKay, Zimmerman, Todey, Hoyer, Roetter. Delta ana' Kappa i- Y Top Picture: Row l: Frank, Wenz, Wood, Webb, Tussing, Schwieterman, Stansell, Mr. Bube, Row 2: Shirley, Berry Haas, Pepper, jackson, Bluesenkamp, Helm, Geyer, Thomp- son, Word, Row 3: Wells, Auerhammer, Randolph Stephens, Norris, Sieber, Walters, Tufts, Thuma, Row 4 Shadoan, Landis, Sones, Magill, Bartley, Yarger, Finley Row 5: Olt, McDonald, Madden, Woodard, Vikmanis Thompson, Erickson, Row 6: Schwab, MacFarland, Wymer Desch, Bauser, Bauser. J Bottom Picture: Row 1: Snyder, Hall, Wilcock, Miller South, Huntington, Chollar, Morter, Bow, Lunham, Wil- son, Pauley, Bryant, Row 2: Mr. Jundanian, Whipp Astbury, Adams, Miller, Wonderly, Gastineau, Carroll Cushen, Falzerano, Auery, Quigley, Sienksen, Row 3: Ire- lan, Crandall, Kastens, Calhoun, Kepler, Porter, Clark Baker, Hammer, Bernard, Peters, Ford, Campbell, Row 4 Gessantan, Severs, Spettel, Lusk, Sims, Reel, Spahr, Lori- mer, Riffel, Dixon, Morgan, Miller, Row 5: Dieterich Price, Konrad, Spencer, Eichenlaub, Patterson, Newton McC1eary, Lawrence, Darling, Schardt, Glover. Q Q Szlgma i- Y Row 1: Fisher, Miller, Ryne, Nees, Andrew, Mr. Jackson, Row 2: Smith, Keener, Saslow, Cost, Weiser, Roller, Baker, North, Vorndran, Stone, Schalnat, Smith, Row 3: Platt, Salyers, Noggle, Price, Voehringer, Hanaghan, Moore, Catalano, Hoppe, Claypool, McCarty, Potter, james. Row 4: Allen, Snell, Lewis, Albery, Wright, Brandt, Hall, Seitz, Frey, McCune, Galante, Herbert, Row 5: Etter, Armacost, Heckerman, Hoerner, McGowan, Lambert, Prather, Forgu- son, Tolle, Jacobs, Meyer, Row 6: Lamb, Matthews, Wollenhaupt, Shawhan, Howard, Blake, Mohr, Clary, DeHaver1, Klippel, Lehman. Fairmont Bomb' ix i- Y Not pictured, but a new Hi-Y this year is Zeta Chi, advised by Mr. Sultzbach. Gamma Hi-Y, directed by Mr. Tuttle, began its year by selling confetti for the football games. At Christmas all the Hi-Y members decorated the tree in front of the school. Gamma gave a new flag to the school and posters were seen around the halls for Gamma's clean up campaign. In February the club sponsored a dance with Kappa. Theta Hi-Y, with its advisor Mr. Henderson, had a hayride in October. The club sold pennants at the football games and sponsored the You Vote, We Toten at voting time last year. It held a dance in January and concluded the year with a picnic. Delta Hi-Y, under the supervision of Mr. Bube, sold the Fairmont directories again this year. It sponsored a dance in March and visited churches of various denominations. A picnic was held at the end of the year. Kappa Hi-Y, under the direction of Mr. jundanian, began its activities by selling victory cards during football season. The month of February called for more planning when the club held a joint dance with Gamma. A farewell picnic for the seniors was given. Sigma Hi-Y, with its director Mr. Jackson, held a picnic at the beginning of the year to initiate new members. During the football season the boys were in charge of the press box and sold programs when basketball time rolled around. They also held a picnic at the closing of school. Spanish Club Row l: Jo Flee, Ann Sigmund, Sandy Harbison, Judy Leiter, Jeanne North, Bev Bussell, Lois Bryant, Sally Cribley, Sharon Farren. Row 2: Ruth Engelhart, Sue rfocietm Latina The Spanish Club, under the direction of Miss Davis, began its activities with a party in November to introduce the new members. Anna Maria Bres- sani, a student from Guatemala, spoke to the members at a Christmas meeting. In the spring the club mem- bers learned a few Spanish dances. Maggs, Sue Himes, Sue Wagner, Pat Huntzinger, Joyce Berry, Marcia Reid, Pat Buchard, Barbara Fisher, Pat Mulvaney. Loi Dmgonef Egbemolef The Latin Club, with its advisor Miss Heitzman, held an organizational meeting and elected new of- ficers at the first of the year. At Christmas time the students had a party with entertainment and refreshments. In the spring they produced a Latin play for the club members. Le Cercle de Francais Le Cercle de Francais, or in other words the French Club, directed by Miss Warren, began the year with a fall organizational meeting. At this time Miss Warren recounted her experiences in France. A joint get acquainted meeting with the other lan- guage clubs was held also. Other highlights included the Mardi Gras in February with all the language clubs participating, and the spring picnic. 92 Latin and French Clubf Row 1: J. Neff, K. Norris, M. York, D. Decker, D. Arts, F. Long, S. Williams, M. Cox, Miss Heitzrnan, Row 2 G. Doll, S. Howard, M. Bayless, M. Saettel, K. Watts B. Margetts, I. Traenkle, S. Stroup, P. Kemp, Row 3 J. Rufe, D. Quigley, C. Flatter, J. Trebnik, R. Fanning, R. Williams, H. Staton, N. Clarke. Front: Webb, Barrows, Weaver, Row 1: Horn, Bilz, Stethren, Smith, Gebharr, Kelly, Barrett, Friedly, Hoef- linger, Kindred, Sparks, Reif, Row 2: Archer, Martin, Phillips, Grether, Marchester, Albaugh, Harlow, Lang, Schleinitz, Dills, Kistler, Mclntire, Mittenbuehler, Estes, Barr, Row 3: Mendenhall, Metzler, Mikesell, Mayer. Cashour, Geddes, Whitten, Russell, Lewis, Correll, Gill, Bennett, Burner, Row 4: Brown, Frye, Houck, Thompson, Geyer, Meeker, Mashier, Vlahor, Lacy, Kranz, Aultz, von Isakovics, Row 5: Adams, Dixon, Baker, Morter, Meyer, Webb, Desch, Wright, Dieterich, Mann, Huntington, South, Gastincu. Sporty of ll Sorts The sports of today and those of yesterday are comparatively the same. The rules and dress may change, but the undying school spirit of Fairmont students will always remain strong. Under the direction of Vincent Arnold, athletic director. a well-rounded athletic program is avail- able for both boys and girls. In defeat our athletes are not poor losers, but they play hard and find pride in victory. Loyalty, co-ordination, desire, and terrific school spirit have carried the stalwart athletes of Fairmont on to success time and again. It is the students of the past and those of today that have made the name of Fairmont synonomous with sports-Q manship. i' F N S 03,2 1 V XG f YY. sl Q K Qx f-,,,-. vl - 1' ff if XJ 'ff X ll t V , Q: ,I Q e-XX M X , . gil J T i il rg . i 1' X6 ' fs, E '3 5 9 E S YE Qi E 5 Ei 95 ehincl the SCBWHI A man with many tasks could be a very fitting title for Fairmont's athletic director, Mr. Arnold. Little do Fairmont students realize the work done by Mr. Arnold. He arranges the schedules for all inter- scholastic teams at Fairmont and Van Buren Junior High. He also sees that physical education equipment is available for all schools in the system. Still another responsibility of this energetic man is to attend to the needs of 25 coaches and physical education teach- ers in the Kettering School System. The Athletic Council consists of men who approve the major policies concerning the athletic department. The Council meets two to three times a year. They approve the sports budget and decide on such ques- tions as game admission prices for the year. Athletic Council Mr Arnold Mr Barnes Mr jundanian Mr. Pours, Mr. Somers. Not pictured: Mr. Krebs. 195 Football Season First Row: Mr. Wagner, R. Smith, B. Thompson, L. Tussing, R. Snyder, J. Fisher, M. Hall, R. Colburn, T. McClanahan, J. Smith, S. Ellis, J. Catalano, Mr. Fouts. Second Row: Mr. Rayburn, W. Collier, R. Parks, J. Hines, J. Himes, G. Brown, R. Madden, J. Vaughn, T. Glake, M. Magill, R. Barrels, P. Barton. Third Row: R. E. Zipf, Mgr., D. Saslow, L. Galante, S. Miller, B. Tolle, J. Clary, R. Garret, K. DeHaven, W. Jacobs, J. Andrews, D. Hoppe. FAIRVIEW-The Bulldogs had a letterman at every position, thus experience told the story as Fairview toppled the Dragons, 20-O. STIVERS-It was Fairmont all the way, as the Dragons fought hard in a driving rain to beat the Tigers, 12-O. 5 MIAMISBURG-Fairmont fumbles cost us a win, but we fought spiritually to settle for a scoreless tie, 0-0. V TROY-The Trojans had a vastly improved team. The game saw much see-sawing back and forth as the Trojans downed Fairmont, 13-6. SIDNEY-With Sandy Colwell being crowned queen and the Dragons pulling a close one ou-t of the fire, the homecoming was a success. The final score was 20-13. Fourth Row: J. Armacost, D. Maloon, H. Lobo, L. Nees, J. Howard, R. Shawhan, R. West, J. Brandt, K. Etter, F. Wentz, N. Noggle. Fifth Row: J. Spettle, Mgr., J. McDonald, Stat., J. Moore, T. Seitz, F. Myer, K. Reinhard, K. Goecke, B. Haines, G. Voehringer, D. Keener, R. Salyers. Sixth Row: J. Morgan, B. North, C. Randolph, E. Zotter, J. Cushen, J. Thomas, A. Lathram, L. Shade. Absent from picture: D. Karns, Mgr., Mr. Puddington XENIA-The Dragons met the undefeated Bucca- neers and found their offensive unit big and fast as the Bucs toppled us, 32-7. GREENVILLE-With the help of the Green-Waves fumbles and our improved second-half defense the Dragons pulled a close one out of the bag, 21-20. FAIRBORN-As the Seniors played their last home game, the Dragons fought hard throughout the entire game to win by a score of, 20-0. PIQUA-This being the last game of the season and the last for the Seniors on the team, we scalped the Indians by a score of, 19-13. SEASON RECORD: 5 Wins 3 Losses 1 Tie Coaches: I. to R, Mr. Puddington, Mr. Fouts, Mr. Wagner, Mr. Rayburn FAIRMONT FAIRMON T FAIRMONT FAIRMONT FAIRMONT FAIRMONT FAIRMON T FAIRMON T FAIRMONT Managers: L to R, David Karns, john McDonald, Bob Ziph 195 Football Recom' 0 ....12 0 6 ....20 7 ....2I ....20 ....19 98 FAIRVIEW . STIVERS .... MIAMISBURG TROY ...... SIDNEY .... XENIA ..... GREENVILLE FAIRBORN . PIQUA ..... 5 5 1 99 1' Hi 2 Riff ' 5' W fi. nga' ,WJ X 1 A z W 1 sk. 5. F 1 w 1 1 1 3 1 J 2 1 l , iw .J ,L Q ' 2 1 Y 1 41 1 1 'cl in 'L 1 1 1 w 2 i FQ M 36 2 E 3. 2 Q Football Action MCCLANAHAN GRABS IT 102 GET HIM! DRAGONS SWARM ON SIDNEY PLAYER Football Action DRAGONS TACKLE FAIRVIEW PLAYER ELLIS DEFENDS ANDREWS BREAKS AWAY Individual Honor! wmfded Fairmont ...... 67 Fairmont ...... 85 Fairmont ...... 60 Fairmont ...... 62 Fairmont ...... 60 Fairmont ...... 5 9 Fairmont ,..... 62 : Fairmont. . . . . . ll: Fairmont ...... 5 6 Fairmont ...... 5 O Fairmont ...... 49 Fairmont ...... 36 Fairmont ...... 5 6 Fairmont ...... 69 Fairmont ...... 44 Fairmont ...... 5 2 Fairmont ...... 64 'Fairmont ...... 58 50 3 5 Fairmont ...... Total Wins 10 'll Tournament Games Wilbur Wrigliit . . . Patterson ...... . . Kiser ............ West Milton . . . Hamilton Catholic Fairview ......... Bellefontaine ..... Kenton .......... Miamisburg ...... Troy ............ Sidney .... .... Xenia ..... .... Greenville ........ Fairborn... .... Piqua ........... Roosevelt ........ Stivers .... .... Kiser ..... .... Roosevelt ........ Losses 9 Individual honors came to several members of this year's squad. Sports writers around the Dayton area Chose co-captain, Bob Colburn as a first team choice in the all Miami Valley League team. Ralph Norris and Ted McClanahan were also given honorable mention in the M.V.L. Bill Thompson received a second place trophy in a free throw contest at Wayne High School making 25 out of 25 foul shots in the final round. Coach Wagner gave a trophy to the player who had the best foul shooting percentage throughout the season in the scheduled games. Bob Colburn who beat Bill Thompson by .1 per cent of a point received the trophy in the honor assembly. Fred Elliot was chosen the best improved player on the reserve team and Dick Stephens was voted the best improved player on the varsity. Ralph Norris was named the Most Valuable Player of the 1955-56 season by the Reserve and Varsity squads. He was then given the privilege of presenting the Belle- fontaine turnament award to Mr. Somers. The com- bined teams completed the season with a fine bas- ketball banquet at the Midway Lodge. Dm our inderella of Tournament The Fairmont varsity, under the coaching of Paul Wagner finished the season schedule with a five hundred record, eight wins and eight losses. Coach Wagner used as many experienced boys as possible by using five seniors in the starting lineup. The Dragons began their season with sparkling victories over Wilbur Wright and Patterson Co-op. A tall Kiser team came to the Dragon Den to down Fairmont for their first loss. Fairmont entered the Christmas Holiday tourna- ment at Bellefontaine with a three-three record, but returned with two wins and a championship trophy. In the initial tournament game, Fairmont defeated Bellefontaine 62-58, and in the championship game won a close contest from Kenton by the margin of one point. In the MVL the Dragons won three games and lost four. In the first MVL game Fairmont lost to Miamis- burg, 53-50 in a thrilling overtime. The Dragons lost confidence after their MVL loss and went down to defeat twice before defeating Xenia, 56-47. In the District tournament, Fairmont drew a first round bye and played the winners of the Stivers- Xenia game. The Dragons tangled with Stivers and played excellent basketball to upset the Tigers by the score of 58-57. In the quarter-finals Fairmont also up- set the city champions, Kiser. Fairmont played a stal- ling game and defeated the tall Panthers by four points. In the semi-finals against Roosevelt, Fairmont made only six field goals while shooting a 12.1 per- centage.The Dragons kept themselves in the game by making 25 out of 50 free throws. So, Fairmont bowed out of the tournament by losing to Roosevelt by the score of 46-55. L-R: Coach Paul Wagner, Les Cyphers, manager, Bill Thompson, jim Andrews, Dick Stephens, Ted McClanahan, jerry Howard, Jim Clary, Herb Desch, Dave Newton, Bob Colburn, Phil Prather, Ralph Norris, Jim Webb, jim MacCarty, Coach jim Jackson s fa aw AS. W' J M... :Q--'WEEE w-'fi f Z P7 L fig, We me Amml wmv 'Q WN N2 .Me x + hmm :mm 1 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 471 1 ei 1 1 1 4 w ww .Nan X 'vsp F f 1 ' 1 ,lv 1 1 1 6 -at 1 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 i f 5 1 ,M 5,1 111 yzfa ffizgm fc wggfffivzigw 511411111111 ,. 1 'N w ww QW 'f f'a11fz1'+fJ 1 A 1 1211 1 YP ,bgffifiy 1 ,,::: . PW 1 1 , -311.5 ':1g'.:25'. 15,1553 5511 512- Zielzfriisi. 13: ...bp V: 3 1 5 W-1- ' 1 .. 2 . fig,- ..,. . ' 3 N as My eu. A ' 1 - P- gy 'f' 1- if f 23:5 -1 V 3 , Vyry , , .Q , 1 ' 4 277, , , f f ',..,,j. Q, lasik- :if jjl' K '. : 1--13: s9fQs:Qi2gi55f .111 .. V .-7 , 4 fffh - '. 'rv 'ff 1 V, olckfmen ample e MVL U ndefevz ed Fairmont Fairmont ...... Fairmont ...... Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Wilbur Wright . Patterson ...... Kiser ....... . . . West Milton . .. Hamilton Catholic. . . Fairview ....... Chaminade ..... Miamisburg .... Troy ........ . Sidney ..... Xenia ..... Greenville .... Fairborn . . . . Piqua ..... Roosevelt . . For the first time in many seasons the students and fans filled the gymnasium to see the reserve play before the varsity game. Jim jackson, making his coaching regime at Fairmont, directed his team to a successful season as they finished with a 10-5 record. The Dragons started the season rather slow but gained momentum and poise and went through the MVL undefeated. The first MVL game was the most trouble for the reserves as they downed Miamisburg with a margin of two points. There were many bright spots in the season which featured fine shooting, rebounding, and defense work. The reserves ran up a total of 650 points to their opponents 612. This is on an average per game basis of 45 points for Fairmont against their oppo- nents 40. Coach Paul Wagner is expecting this year's reserve squad to fill the varsity's shoes next season. lst Row: Jerry Morgan, Bill Irelan, jerry Cushen, Scotty Miller, Walter Jacobs, Nelson Noggle, Tom Peters 2nd Row: Ed Zauter, managerg Bob Zimmerman, Bob Haines, Fred Elliot, Ken DeHaven, Jim Bauser, Bill Lawrence, Ray Salyers, Kent Algers, Coach jim jackson , My 1 w av- www , , M x a - ' . .. P f V J-, I' F : I J? lu y ' ., . , Q xg w? N'--. si ,xp Am 1 N H ww ...,.. ,x . , 1 MSW D h an 'X E15 'www ff va., 4 1 0 I fl. J s X fwmamw if 559: an 355' ,fu sg. 3 3 'E I Q, lf? ' ff if ,,i., V 85 . - 4 fasL,i,m '55 V' ?2? 1 ' :, 7 '--1 .1,v-' U - Qv,l , A 5 W 32 5 ,,:.,. 3? 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V X aa a ga wg w fc I ugh A-. v , Y wiht ' 3553525 F5 ig S l i ff Ei 1 : JQ i f J 1 ross-Countr -195 Row 1: Mr. jackson, Ronnie Allowitz, Daryl Long, Bob Galaney, Kent Algers, Dave Falzerano, Bob jones, Jim MacCarty, David Becker, Bob Blank. Row 2: Les Cyphers CManagerJ, Don Frye, Jim Lewis, Ronnie Lusk, Terry Bernard, Bill Hammer, Bill Avery, Larry Bushman, Bob Zimmerman, Bob Heller. A new athletic program is under way at Fairmont. Cross-country was on an experimental basis this season, but it is possible that it will become a major sport. Although the Dragons were handicapped by lack of experience, Coach jim jackson developed a team that should promise better seasons in the future. Anyone who was interested in playing basketball was required to participate in cross-country. Fairmont opened its cross-country season by run- ning against a tough Xenia team. The Buccaneers beat the Dragons 38-20. jim Webb placed first in Row 3: Tom Wolf, jon Fisher, Tom Stone, Tom Peters, Jim, Hayes, Tom Baldwin, Chris Geyer, David Folkerth, Roger Houck. Row 4: Jim Bauser, Dick Stephens, Bill Lawrence, Howard Stansell, Phil Brust, Herbert Desch, David Newton, Bob Albright, Dixon Matthews. the meet with the time of 11:28 for the two-mile course. In fthe other two dual meets, Fairmont lost to an excellent Fairborn team by the score of 38-20. In the Patterson Co-op meet Fairmont won 28-29. In the MVL meet Fairmont placed third while Xenia and Fairborn were tied for first place with the score of 39 points. Fairmont finished with 84 points, Troy 88, and Piqua 115 points. jim Webb placed sixth for Fairmont in the meet. sa rame n , s . ' 'x '--- ? Vdffifjl Track-19 Top: E. Cencenbaugh, J. Sahler, D. Fry, T. Baldwin, B. Tolle, L. Galante, 'W. Jacobs, K. D'eHaven, B. Shawhan, R. Moore, A. MacFarland, T. Loper, H. Lobo, B. West, K. Etter, B. Brant, G. Feverston, F. Wentz. Row 2: D. Greenlee, T. Waker, T. Krammer, L. Tussing, J. Smith, R. Madden, B. Albright, H. Desch, J. Vaughan, P. Fairmont track has two chief claims to fame-the coach, Jack Fouts, and one solid team. The Fairmont track team of 1955 had the best .track season in the history of the school. The team broke eleven school records, three Miami Valley League records, three Troy Relays' records, and sent eight team members to the State Meet in Columbus, Ohio. The fifty man squad Went undefeated in dual meet competition.. They lost the Xenia Relays by one point, but came back after defeat to win the Troy Relays anld :the Miami Valley League by a wide margin. This was the first Troy Relays and M.V.L. first place victory in the history of the school. The Brust, M. Hall, P. Barton, M. Migil, J. Armacost, S. Herbert, T. Blake, D. Hanaghan. ' Bottom: J. Tullis, B. McClosky, C. Maloney, C. McGowan, T. Welde, J. Wine, J. Brandewie, B. Miller, D. Wright, G. McAfee, B. Douglas, J. Moses, D. Wagner, S. Hall, J. Fouts. team Went undefeated in dual competition with 7 wins and O losses. The cindermen were under the leadership of captain Tony Welde, who broke more school records and accumulated more points and medals than any other athlete in Fairmont track history. The captain- elect for 1956 is Herb Desch. Records broken-Sam Hall, Pole Vault-11' 30, Greg McAfee, High Jump-5' 10 , Dave Wagner, Shot Put-47' 8M, g Tony Welde, 180 yd. L.H.- 20.4, 120 yd. H.H.-15.4, and 120 yd. LH.-15.8, and Joe Wine, Miler-4:46.7. These are individual records. Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Tmcle Record ....78 ....871f2 ....63 ....761f3 ....65 ....74 ....81 ....66 5X6 ..2nd lst ....12th 1st 7th ..0 Greenville . . . Fairborn .... Miamisburg .... Piqua ....... Fairview .... Stivers .... Troy ....... . Middletown ...... Xenia Relays with Troy Relays with . Day-ton Relays with M. V. L. Meet with District Meet with State Meet with ....4O ....30 1X2 ....161f2 ....41 2X5 ....53 ....44 ....37 .... 51 U6 .... 45 5X4 .... 621f2 .... 541f2 ...... 12 U3 .No score Row 1: J. Hines, T. McClanahan, B. Hilty, B. Oxley, N. N. Russel, J. Andrews, Row 3: CManagers, I. Becker, J. Roush, B. Sims, T. Blackburn CStatisticianD Row 2: J. Wells,J J. Fisher, S. Ellis, J. Howard, 1. Catalano, J. Webb, D. Stephens, H. Pelphrey, R. Norris, R. Smith, Lewis, L. Woodruff, Coach Leland Norris. Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont ... ... Won It? - - - Home Run. Kiser ........ Miamisburg ..... Wilbur Wright ..... Xenia ...... . . Troy ...... Centerville .... Trotwood ....... Springfield Pub. .... . Roosevelt ....... Piqua ....... Fairborn ........ Lost ...... 3 Co-Champion ...... Miami Valley League The diamondmen, under coach Leland Norris ended a successful season by sharing the M V L trophy with Piqua. This makes seven seasons in suc- cession that the Dragons have either won or shared the title. The Dragons advanced to the semi-finals in the district tournament, but ran into trouble against Roosevelt as they went down to defeat 7-O. Fairmont's fine record for the 1955 spring season was 8 wins and 3 losses. Row 1: T. Robbins, L. Woods, L. Wylie, J. Austin, B. Neer, D. Erickson, J. Reininger. Colburn, Row 2: Mr. Burns, L. Nees, A. Huntington, D. Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont lst place. Racketeerr ..... 3 Stivers .... ....2 ..... 1 Oakwood .... ....4 ..... 2 Xenia ..... ....5 ..... 5 Kiser .......... ...O . .. ..... 2 Miamisburg ..... . . .3 ..... 5 Wilbur Wright .. . . .0 ..... 4 Roosevelt ....... ...1 ..... 2 Northridge . .. ....5 ..... 2 Fairview ..... ....5 Chaminade... ....2 v Won ...... 5 Lost ...... 5 3rd. place ...... City League ..... M V L Singles. ...Bob Colburn re n The Ball The Fairmont tennis team, this past year, under the direction of a new coach, Herbert Burns, enjoyed a very good season. The 10 man team won 5 while they lost 5. The following were some of the high- lights of the 1955 season: Third Place-City League, and First Place-Miami League by Bob Colburn. Row 1: D. Newton, D. Leedom, B. Jump, D. Cooper. Row 2: Mr. Wagner, B. Parks, B. Bryant, T. Schwab, Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont 5 9 10 16 5 10M 12 13 9 7 14M 8 10 15 M. Sphar. Stars and Pam Middleton .... Chaminade ....... Kiser ........... Dunbar Fairview Oakwood ........ Roosevelt ........ Stivers . . Troy .... Sidney . . Xenia ........... 0 6 6 O 7 5M 4 5 5 5 IM Miamisburg ...... 4 Wilbur Wright Patterson .... ...6 1 The Dragon golf team went through a magnifi- cent season with their coach, Paul Wagner. Among their list of winnings was the MVL and City League. The Dragon Clubbers grabbed a fourth place in the Tri-State meet at Hamilton. The team completely out distanced the field in the District Tournament and finished eighth in the Stare. In dual matches they won 13 and lost 1. Team B005 em Fairmonfs varsity squad of 1955-56 includes: Rosalie Vacchiano, Carol Roach, Nancy Kersey, Barry Hussman, Judy Leiter, Janey Woodard. Look at those Dragons, arenlt they neat? This snappy cheer and many others filled the air at the pep rallies and games throughout the year. Adding to the excitement of both football and basketball games the cheerleaders have done a splendid job in arousing the spirit in the crowds. These six varsity gals plus the three reserve cheerleaders, who also merit a big applause for their support, are under the direction of their advisor, Mrs. Black. The girls have Weekly practices in which they revise old cheers, and keep alert for new ideas! After filling the required period of time, which is one year on the varsity squad, each girl receives a much deserved letter as merit for her hard work. Fairmonris cheerleaders don't freeze when the weather gets cold, but don mittens and an even brighter smile and louder cheer for the team. The reserve cheerleaders chosen in November have been doing a splendid job at the basketball games. They are: julie Jeffrey, Marcia Friedly, and Dian Weaver. G A. A. Ufjqcem The policy-making committee for the entire G.A.A. organization is efficient. These girls are, left to right: jane Wagner, vice-presi- dent and chairman of intramuralsg Barbara Mann, president, and Doris Taylor, secre- tary-treasurer. Second Row: Judy Rice and Beverly McCloskey, social chairmen, Nancy Eby and Janet Ballantyne, point secretaries. The members held nominations and elections for the various offices last spring. The new officers for the coming year are announced and presented by Miss Turner for the first time at the Mother-Daughter Banquet in May. The girls are in office for one year only. G. A. A. Advisor: The G.A.A. advisors are Miss Mary Ann Turner and Miss Ann Davidson. They direct the activities of G.A.A. along with the help of the officers. Miss Davidson also coaches the girls' interscholastic hockey and tennis teams, while Miss Turner coaches the basketball and softball teams. Sports, rfportig And More Sporty Turn the lights out! Get your feet off my head! Shut up, will ya? These were just some of the re- marks heard last year at the G.A.A.'s slumber party. This was one of the many social activities sponsored by the Girls' Athletic Association. The G.A.A. has become one of the largest and most active clubs at Fairmont since its beginnin 25 ears a o. Besides 8 Y 8 the slumber party, the G.A.A. also sponsor a semi- formal dance, an ice skating party held at Troy, a trip to Cincinnati to see Cinerama, a Christmas party, a banquet after each interscholastic sports' season has ended, monthly meetings, and to close the year-a Mother-Daughter Banquet is held. At this banquet all girls in G.A.A. are presented with the awards which they have earned throughout the year. Social activities aren't the only things that keep the G.A.A. busy. They also have an intramural pro- gram consisting of archery, golf, volleyball, bowling, softball, badminton, table tennis, hockey, basketball, swimming, and tennis, as compared with swimming, basketball, apparatus, and stunt work which they offered in 1951 when the first G.A.A. was started. The G.A.A. is also responsible for four interscholastic sports: hockey, basketball, tennis, and softball. For a girl to be eligible to play in interscholastic sports, she must be a member of G.A.A. The G.A.A. has grown in membership from 30 girls in 1951 to 350 girls at .the present time. The original purpose of G.A.A. was to interest high school girls in athletics, and this theme is still carried out. The financial backing for the G.A.A. to carry on this program is derived from selling the refreshments at the home football and basketball games. Actiafitief Unlimi ed Mana em' Lean' The 'Wa Row l: Mary Ann Goetcheus, Nancy Kersey, Norma North. Row 3: Pat Knoop, Roberta Ray, Phyllis Osborn, Becker, Pat Sorah, Carol Rickard, Bonnie Harry, Marilyn Jeanne Russell, Nancy Bennett, Carol Getter, Marcia Lowe. Row 2: Susie Grubbs, Shirley Blank, Julie Jeffery, Moore. Carol Weidner, Sandy Clayton, Dolores Lewis, Jeanne 119 I I I V N N swims' - ,f wdpamamnamvwilffyrmsmymwsaaiw,,imma:,Lm,auemm+as.mfgzzawwswmmwmmmmwmww MWmmmwwm-.z.-wssgmmfssmmwwwmamwwqzfsafwmwswafrwv,..f1swv:mw,W mmm N.,Mv.f,,,,,,A..N........,mnM...W W ':, wfvv:-MMM , sm sf 4 b ' 531555 if x f H9 , 5 av - , wwza . my 71 Aw -an aaa wk '.,? w f',gLJ.,,. Ea ? '.. M1953-,,zwiL i 'A Row 1: N. Eby, J. Shroyer, C. Rickard, D. Rader, J. Wagner, B. McCloskey, J. johnson, B. Perry, B. Mann Dawley, N. Kersey, Row 2: P. Sorah, J. Woodard, J. B. Spiller. Get Those Sticky Down As the girls went running down the field, driving the ball ahead of them, the coach was yelling, Go, go, go! But it was to no avail. The goal was missed, and again Oakwood remained undefeated by Fair- mont's Dragonettes. The girls had worked diligently toward their encounter with Oakwood, but were still not able to defeat their long-time rivals to the north. Their other opponents were: Fairview, Northridge, McGuffey, West Carrollton, and Lebanon. The 1955 Varsity Hockey squad finished its season with a record of 3 wins and 3 losses. The Reserve Hockey team finished its season with a record of 4 wins, 1 loss, and 1 tie. Besides participating in games, a few members of the hockey teams went to the McGuffey Sports Day at Oxford. At the close of the day the All-Stat Teams were chosen and Fairmont placed two girls on the first team, one girl on the second team, and one re- ceived honorable mention. The hockey season ended with a banquet for the team and the coaches at the Yum Yum Restaurant. Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont RESERVE SCORES Fairview...... Northridge West Carrollton McGuffey Oakwood..... Lebanon... VARSITY SCORES Fairview...... Northridge West Carrollton McGuffey Oakwood.... Lebanon... Row 1: Row 2: Row 5: Row 4: C. Rickard N. Kersey B. Perry B. Spiller I. Johnson N. Eby P. Sorah B. Mann J. Shroyer J. Dawley J. Wagner D. Rader 123 Pat Dunham, Bev Perry, Lola Counceller, Pat Knoop, Barbara Mann, Dotty Lemieux, Bev McCloskey, Barbara Judy Friedly, Sharon Huesman, Miss Turner, Carol Rickard, McCand1es, Jeanne North. Slow Start Mary Perfect Semen Woosh! This was a familiar sound during the girls' basketball season, because they sent the ball through the hoop enough times to win five out of their eight-game schedule. The girls got off to a slow start by losing to both Centerville and West Carrolltown by close scores. But they got back on their feet to win their next four games from Oakwood, Fairmont's arch rival in girl's sports, Northridge, Xenia, and Miamisburg. Then the girls' had a bad first quarter and were unable to overcome it, going down to defeat at the hands of Middletown. The team finished off their season on the right side of the scorebook by defeating Fairborn. The girls put in long hours of practice after school and after supper, but it wasn't all hard work. Pizza parties were the favorite, and they were usually held before practice. A banquet closed out a very successful season. 12 Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont ...... Fairmont Fairmont ...... Fairmont Fairmont Fairmont ...... VARSITY SCORES 41 Centerville ..... 38 West Carrolltown 43 Oakwood ...... 42 Northridge ..... 47 Zenia ...... . 53 Miamisburg . . . 55 Middletown .... 41 Fairborn .... . RESERVE SCORES 1 5 Centerville ..... 22 West Carrolltown 16 Oakwood ...... 20 Northridge ..... 50 Xenia ...... . 2 5 Miamisbur g .... 10 Middletown .... 43 Fairborn .... . Last Rites There were seven Senior girls on this year's basket- ball squad, and they have played their last interscho- lastic basketball for Fairmont. For four of the girls, Sharon Huesman, Judy Friedly, Pat Dunham, and Carol Rickard, it has been three years of hard work and long hours, but it has also been a lot of fun. Barbara McKandles and Barbara Mann have been with the squad for two years and Beverly Perry joined the group this winter. These girls have done a won- derful job and will surely be missed next year. To help these girls out were Pat Knoop, a Sopho- more, and Beverly McCloskey as forwards. To com- plete the varsity guards line-up were Pat Ketteman and Liah Nikides, both juniors. With these girls re- Sharon Huesman Barbara Mann Beverly Perry Lola Counceller For Seniors turning next year, the team should have another suc- cessful season. The reserve team also had a successful season by winning five out of their eight-game schedule. Com- prised mostly of sophomores and juniors, these girls should be a big asset to the team next year. The captain of this year's varsity squad was Sharon Huesman. She was elected unanimously at the begin- ning of the season and proved herself to be a top- notch captain and team member in every respect. The captain of the reserve squad was also selected at the same time, and this honor went to Junior Phyllis Osborn. Judy Friedly Carol Rickard Pat Dunham Barbara McKandles Row l: A. Moran, P. Osborn, P Kemp, B. Hussman, S. Grether, P Knoop, D. Lemieux Row 2: R. Ray, P. Giffen, S Helm, C. Getter, P. McCleary, S Blank, M. Woodward, J. jackson L. Arnold, A. Nikides Row 1: P. Kemp, M. Woodward, M. Place, S. Helm Row 2: C. Getter, L. Nikides, P. Osborn, A. Moran, P. Ketteman, J. jeffrey, L. Arnold Lots of rhythm and lots of rhyme So let's fight, fight, Yea Man! We got a team out there that's doing fine So let's fight, fight, Yea Man! So 1et's fight, fight, Yea Man! So let's fight, fight, fight! 126 trilee Three!! Row 1: P. jollay, J. I-lastings.,Row 2: B. Mann, B. McCloskey, M. Weidner, M. Lyons, S. Carroll, J. LaRue. The batter stepped into the barter's box, the pitcher wound up and let the ball fly. The batter swung and-it was another home run by the Drag- onettes. This was one of the 28 home runs hit by the Girls' Softball Team last season. When warm weather rolled around, the team mi- grated to the dustbowl behind the stadium to put in long hours of practice. This practice paid off in more ways than one, proved by the outstanding re- cord made by the team in games last May. Their X Row 3: H. Englehart, R. Ray, Miss Turner, B. Weaver, C. Fleitz, J. Mayer, B. Rausch. schedule consisted of five games, all of which ended in victories. They did the almost unheard of, by being able to score 156 runs on 156 hits, while the girls allowed their opponents 30 runs on 58 hits. The pitchers did themselves credit by striking out 28 and walking 5. Marlene Weidner had the best record of the pitchers. The girls played a home and home schedule against Miamisburg and Fairborn, and they played 1 game against Centerville. A Love Game Row l: D. Taylor, D. Colburn, B. Benson, S. Becker, N Lang E Ackerman J Ballantyne Tennis isn't just a spring sport at Fairmont. The girls who are trying for a spot on the tennis squad began practicing in the gymnasium in the middle of the winter. The girls began practicing their fore- hand and backhand shots against the practice board. About April the girls try out, and eight are chosen for the team. Fairmont doesn't schedule its own games. It is done by the tennis organization in Middletown and sent out in February or March. Last season a sched- uled extra match with Fairborn, was won. The reg- ular schedule consisted of two games each with Middletown, Oakwood, and Hamilton, all of which ended in defeat. The Girls' Athletic Association also sponsored a tennis intramural program which last year had 50 participants in a double-elimination tournament. Cynthia Andrews won the intramurals, and Beverly McCloskey was runner-up. Both the intramural and the home interscholastic matches are played at Walnut Hills. First Row: J. Houck, N. Bennett, G. Sanders, C. Andrews, D Dunning I Wagner I Dawley Second Row: M. Neilson, J. Huddleston, L. Boyles, E. 'Haywood D Lewis T Bard S Weidel M Bordewisch Third Row: D. Reed, C. Vosler, K. Corsaw, D. Charf, C. Richard P Miller S Wetz B Werner 'Torrey As the first leaves are beginning to turn a bright green, and the sun is beginning to warm the days, the girls, as well as the boys, move to the outdoors for their entertainment. One of the various outdoor sports which girls at Fairmont can participate in is golf. Every spring some fifty girls travel to the Community Golf Course where they are educated in the fundamentals of golf by a round robin tournament. The golf intramural program was sponsored by the Girls' Athletic Association for the idea of promoting interest in golf. Miss Mary Ann Turner, director of girls' athletics, is planning an interscholastic golf team next spring if there are enough girls interested. Golf has been added to the junior physical educa- tion curriculum for the first time this year. It was done to provide a more-rounded program of individ- ual and dual sports which these girls will be able to use in the future. G A A Actizfitzlef v P l 1 r I .. i K v QW :,.,-:..f,- K N' 'T , ..,g.555:g: W wi .. . , xi A , 3, gx lai. 5 4 , 1-,mf ,:,....as WL W2 ' 3 .-.Q 5 3 ? . 51 , . ff Na , ,VZ :Nz fm ,- ,Wg .,:-55 Q . qu- ..,,. .,, , www . -w-f-...nu-4' 5 6 4 2 4 5 5 E s fp ,817 af ,x ww Fig vias i'5L'5 W? ii :YV 'N 5 5 . ' 'V +I., -':3.!SI5EEZ,,.. ., , - 27 . B A , iz . i , ,aa - f X has : i F ME ' W Clamflefton To Mambo Fairmont has always had a special event program that is tops. From the mad craze of the Charlestonl' in the past to the rhythmic Mambo of today, time matches on. Not only did the dances change but so did the dress. This can be seen in the contrasting drawing and picture presented here. Throughout the years a variety of dances, plays, opetettas, and other special events have been pre- sented for the enjoyment of the students. After foot- ball games and other extra-curricular events held in the evening, students have always gotten together for many informal parties. These affairs help develop the qualities of friendship and good sportsmanship. 45 dm X fl ,.?Lf!llH mi . Ee? i 3 I K , -uf- y L, am. sing . M 49 -Sf' ' '1'Z h M. .....,,, E ,4,, W, ...EZ if ,.. W -M M W K 5559 haw, Www ,M 6958 we 2 ig K Q l 1 wi, 3 1 f .Q 4 . Ki fx B ' X if t 1 6' is o Majbrette TJIQEI be Lead On the night of October 14 Homecoming fes- tivities came to an exciting and dramatic close. The week was filled with vigorous campaigning done by the five Hi-Yls for their queen candidates. Sandy Colwell, Fairmontls head drum majorette performed splendidly with a combination ballet- baton routine. Quickly she ran to an awaiting car to be escorted with the other candidates for the Big Momentf' As the cars drove around the field, each lovely girl was presented with flowers. Senior class president, Noel Eichenlaub, thrilled the crowd by announcing Fairmont's Homecoming queen for 1955 15-1 to be Sandy Colwell. Breathless and overjoyed Sandy accepted the traditional crown and kiss with a dozen red roses. The happy queen and her court were then escorted to their special seats to reign during the rest of the game. Sandy was sponsored by Gamma Hi-Y. Her attendants were Bonnie Harry, Doris Rader, Carol Roach, and Judy Shroyer, sponsored by Theta, Sigma, Delta, and Kappa, respectively. After the game the queen and her court presided at the dance, where Sandy received her golden scep- ter from Captain Mike Hall. Slezlglnfiele Serenade Sleighride Serenade, the last dance presented by the Class of '56, was held December 10, in the school cafeteria from 8:30 to 11:30. The decorations were all done in blue, silver, and white, giving the room a mid-winter atmosphere. The dance music was furnished by Ronnie Meyers orchestra. The entertainment during the intermis- sion was presented by Gary Clark, who sang Winter Wfonderlandj' and Bob Miller, who sang White Christmas. The Senior class presented Mrs. Black, head advisor for the dance, a gold jewelry set. The ,135 highlight of the intermission was the serving of re- freshments, cookies and punch, donated by the Senior girls. As a remembrance for those who attended the dance, pictures were taken in the sleigh, which formed part of the decorations. The head chairmen of the dance were Bob Albright and Allen Huntington. Nancy Kersey was chairman of decorationsg Lynn Boyles, chairman of hospitalityg and Judy Irelan, chairman of tickets. On Saturday, February 18, 1956, the junior class pre- sented the dance entitled Holiday of Hearts. The cafe- teria was transformed into a fairyland of red and white hearts and cupids. Also adding to the valentine atmosphere were the two magnificent hearts standing on both sides of the Miller-Ankeney Band that supplied the music. The throne for the King, jimmy Andrews, and the Queen, Janie Woodard, was also a huge red heart. Their crowning was the grand finale of the dance. The refreshments were right in theme being heart shaped cookies and cupcakes topped off with punch. This was about the best attended dance of the year and everyone who attended seemed to have a good time. The floor show, both entertaining and surprising, in- cluded: the singers, The Three Step Tones, and Barthena Hussmang Delores Romer, dancer, and Bev. Frye, humorist. The chairmen of the dance, Sue Grubbs and Louis Nees, may certainly consider this a job very well done. Holzda 0 emftr 156 Kandy Kane Karnzval The Sophomores presented their dance, the Kandy Kane Karnival, on January 7, 1956, following the holiday season. The dance began at 8:50 with jolly Rogers, a local disc jockey, spinning the records and telling jokes. The decorations hanging above the crowd on the ceiling included snowmen, clowns, and of course-kandy kanes! Even the cookies followed the pattern of kandy kanes. Everyone tried out their favorite dance steps and some new ones, too. At the intermission, amidst a galaxy of cookies and gallons of punch, the dancers quieted down for a while. They were soon going again to the records that Jolly Rogers was playing. The snow outside added to the fact that the dance was a sweeping success and created a perfect atmos- phere. As the dance came to a close at ll:5O the Sophomores started home, satisfied with their first production, the Kandy Kane Karnival. The dance chairman was Dian Weaver, social chairman of the Sophomore class. ROW 1: R. Vacchiano, D. Taylor, J. Wright, B. Gillespie, K. Corsaw, W. Chynoweth, E. Haywood, C. Rickard. 'Sq umfin The Senior class of 1956 presented the Senior play, Squaring the Circle, on November 18 and 19, in the auditorium. The farce in three acts by Valentine Kataev was directed by Miss Leah Funck, and staged by Mr. Leland Hall. The entire action of the Russian comedy took place in a municipalized apartment building in Moscow under the Soviet Regime. ROW 2: ll. Goetcheus, J. Economides, J. Kepler, M. Neilson, R. Madden, B. Hurst, L. Tussing. he Circlev The cast included jim Economides, Lee Tussing, john Goetcheus, Jacqueline Wright, Barbara Gil- lespie, janet Metzger, Wanda Chynoweth, Marianna Giffin, Elaine Haywood, jerry Kepler, Charles Hurst, Rosalie Vacchiano, Karen Corsaw, Mariann Neilson, and Reed Madden. Student chairmen were Ted McClanahan, Noel Eichenlaub, and Sharon McGowan. Row l: Tom Blake, Janet Ballantyne, Louis Nees, Ann vonlsakovics, Kay Langdon, Harold Wright, Anne Barr, Row Z: Janet Jackson, Judy Rice, Phyllis Osborn, Wynema Lewis, Elaine Pfoutz, Sue Harrold. Not pictured: Bob Shawhan. muy Kirred Mei, On March 23 and 24, the curtain opened on the junior class play, Jenny Kissed Me. When intelligent, reserved jenny came to stay at the home of Father Moynihan, who expected a half wild teenager, hilarious developments arose. Living with Mrs. Deazy, the priest's housekeeper, jenny soon found herself thrown into the arms of brash Owen Parkside. Ann von Isakovics portrayed jenny and Bob Shaw- han was Father Moynihan. Others in the cast in- cluded: Kay Langdon, as Mrs. Deazyg Louis Neese, as Michael Saunders, Harold Wfright, as Owen Parkside, and Sue Harrold, Ann Barr, Janet Ballantyne, Tom Blake, Judy Rice, janet jackson, Phyllis Osborn, Elaine Pfoutz, and Wfynema Lewis. The fine cast presented an excellent production under the able direction of Miss Funk. Behind the scene work was efficiently done by Mr. Hall and his stage crew. Both nights' performance played to capacity crowds and provided fine entertainment for its audiences. K nderwatern The scene of the 1955 Junior-Senior Prom was the Miami Hotel Ballroom. The gala festivities were aided by the lilting music of the Saum Brothers' Orchestra. This grand finale of school social functions was presented for the Seniors by the Juniors. Bill Hilty and Manja Moore were crowned King and Queen of the Prom at intermission. Mermaids, turtles, and many kinds of fish carried out the theme of Underwater. The mammoth fig- ures of Neptune and his mermaid watched over the proceedings. To make the theme more realistic, a shell which blew bubbles and shell-shaped programs were used. Pictures were taken so that couples attending might have a lasting memento of the most wonderful event of the year. H. Desch, N. Kersey, S. McGowan, B. Harry, M. Hall l Prom and Banquet Commzt ee! J. Fisher, R. Madden, R. Alexander, T. Bard, C. Roach,I.. Boyles, J. Hawkins, N. Eichenlaub, J. Webb 141 ' WH?15TSZt5Bf?iif'3 5Q?2 I ' QW ' Mfwwumvwhxmi? 4 225 5 s 5 Qi ai fl if X f Q 5 1 , 5,1 1 1 1 1 as K '71 xi The Months SEPTEMBER: C65 The teachers graced the morning hours at their first faculty meeting, while in the evening, the Sophomores and new students were familiarized with life in the halls of Fairmont when they attended Torch and Keystone's Orientation. C75 School daze- crowded halls, lost Sophomores, and new faces were a part of the first day of school. C165 The students enthusiastically met their football team, coaches, the band and rhythmettes at the combined pep and get- acquainted assembly. We traveled to the high school stadium where Fairviewis Bulldogs were too ferocious for the Dragons, defeating them 12-0. C255 The first club day marked the beginning of many fun filled hours. At their first home game, the Dragons bounced back in the mud and rain defeating Stivers 12-0. C305 Mayor Brubaker and the Air Force Band headlined our dual assemblies. After an in- spiring bonfire, the Dragons journeyed to Miamisburg battling to a scoreless tie. OCTOBER: C15 The month began with a bang when Miss Kelly became Mrs. Steele. C35 The Seniors eagerly nominated candidates for Homecoming queen. C75 The newspaper proudly produced a fine first pub- lication. Five surprised girls were presented to the student body as queen candidates during the pep assembly. C85 After being rained out on Friday, the Trojans poured it on, storming the Dragons 13-6. C105 Some Seniors were all dressed up for the first day of picture taking. Fairmont became a TV star when it was the first high school presented on Valley High Salute. C145 A big night for everyone-Fair- mont won 20-15 over Sidney. The Homecoming ceremonies were wonderful, so was Sandy Colwell, the Homecoming queen. C165 T 8: K members were reminded of their responsibilities when they attended the dinner meeting at Mr. Flatteris home. C215 Everyone enjoyed a fun-filled hour attending club period. Xenia proved too tough for the Dragons, de- feating them 32-7. C285 Near the end of the fourth quarter, our team scored to defeat Greenville 21-20. C295 The Y-Teen costume dance, Spook's Night Out, was the turn-about type. C515 The juniors took a day off to learn about possible careers while at- tending the Career Dayi' sponsored by the J. C. C. NOVEMBER: C45 The last home game was a big success with Fairmont topping Fairborn 20-0. C55 The P. T. A.'s combined style show, festival, and card party was enjoyed by the parents while the students danced to the Harvest Hop in the gym. C105 Fairmont ended the football season by defeating Piqua, 19-13. C15 144 School was out for the first time on Veterans Day. C155 The spaghetti dinner held in the cafeteria for the Future Teachers was the first big event of the year for this club. C165 The Seniors took off to view the industries in Dayton and the surrounding areas dur- ing Senior Day. The school seemed empty without them. C175 The football and band honor assembly was held and Kenny DeHaven was named next year's captain. C18-195 The Senior play Sqzmring the Circle, thanks to Mrs. Funck and the play cast, was a smashing success. Saturday saw some of our journal- ism students attending the Journalists Clinic at Cin- cinnati. C24-255 Thanksgiving vacation marked the end of the second six weeks. DECEMBER: C15 December began with the Every-Pupil Tests. C25 The team proved the complimentary things said about them in the basketball introductory assembly to be true by defeating Wilbur Wright 67-44. C65 Another victory in basketball, the Dragons defeated Patterson 85-35. C75 Some of the Seniors took the Preliminary Scholarship Test. C95 Fairmont lost its first game to Kiser, 75-60. C105 The Senior dance, Sleighride Serenade, was a huge success. C125 The fun had at the Allied Youth skating party more than compensated for the bruises suffered. C165 The Seniors were kept busy trading Senior pictures which arrived today. Fairmont defeated West Milton, 62-58. C175 Wie lost to Hamilton Catholic, 77-60. C205 Although the team put up a good fight, we lost to Fairview, 71-59. C255 Christmas Vacation starts. C27- 285 The basketball squad journeyed to Bellefontaine for the Christmas tournament, and came back the proud winners. The scholarship team kept busy taking practice tests during the Christmas vacation. JANUARY: C35 Being back in school gave the student body a chance to rest up after Christmas vacation. C65 Fairmont faced defeat in Miamisburg's hands, 53-50. C75 The Sophomores had their dance and proved they were as able as upperclassmen in making an evening a success. Their posters read the Kandy Kane Karnivalf' C95 Sophomore dancing classes began. C135 Troy triumphed over us, 65-56. The first club day of the new year. C185 Charles King's return to Fairmont had everyone saying, Boy can he ever sing! C19-205 The snow gave us two days of unexpected holiday. C215 The Senior Scholar- ship Tests were held. Now all those weeks of study in preparation were to be put to use. C275 The assembly presented some of Fairmont's more talented students doing their stuff. Xenia topped Fairmont in basket- ball. C285 The G.A.A. dance, Moments to Remem- ber, found the girls asking the boys to the dance. Roll B FEBRUARY : C35 We started the month right by defeating Greenville in basketball. C45 Fairmont came back from the speech contest held at Julienne and the debate contest at Chaminade with many firsts. Everyone enjoyed themselves at the Kappa-Gamma dance, The Tender Trap? C115 The speech contest held at Delaware added more victories to the speech teams, already impressive record. The first band con- cert, held at Van Buren, showed everyone why our band is one of the best in the state! C13-145 Juniors were heard groaning about how horrible the Progress Achievement Tests were. C165 The Bandit of Sher- wood, the Gamma 'Hi-Y movie, was very much enjoyed by all. C175 Club day. Although our guys tried very hard, we faced defeat in the hands of Piqua. C185 The Juniors have every right to be proud of their dance, The Sweetheart Serenadeg the decorations and music were wonderful. Speech and debate tourney here. C215 Fairmont bowed to Roosevelt in basketball. C 225 An eagerly looked forward-to day-Washington's Birthday-no school! C255 The district O.H.S.S.L. for the speech and debate teams was held at Miami University. MARCH: C25 Time fliesg March brought the end of the fourth six weeks. C35 The speech and debate teams went to Hiram College to try to qualify for the state speech meets. The Delta Hi-Y dance was a great success. C55 The Junior Achievement and Future Nurses skating party found us all rollin' along. C95 Morning classes were shortened as everyone met with their clubs. C125 The Sophomores were all ex- cited-ring order day. Everyone was excitedly trying to decide which set they liked best. C165 Basketball awards were presented in the assembly. The O.S.S.L. speech trials were held at the Ohio State University. C20-215 Misery daze-Every-Pupil Tests were given. Didnft know it was possible to forget so much and know so little! C23-245 The Juniors presented an outstanding performance of jenny Kissed Me. C26- 305 Easter vacation began. APRIL: C25 Vacation was much too short, and so back in school again. C3-45 The Preliminary District Schol- arship Tests were given. C65 The National Honor Society presented the tapping ceremony for new members in the homerooms that morning. C135 Club day found many of the clubs planning spring picnics. C145 The principals of Ohio had their annual teachers' meeting. C205 Seniors finished their long list of activities with the Senior assembly. The Seniors were beginning to realize, with a bit of sadness that they didn't have much more time to walk the halls of Fairmont as students. The O.S.U. Festival in dramatics Was held. Not much school leftg the end of the fifth six weeks. C215 O.S.U. Festival. C 26-27-285 The music department gave its presen- tation of SOZlfb Pacific. Everybody agreed it was absolutely terrific. MAY: C45 The dramatics assembly showed the student body Hollywood's future Oscar winners! C55 The top students in each subject traveled to Miami for the Final District Scholarship Tests. C105 Future Nurses picnic. C115 The last club day of the year found us all comparing notes on the things we are going to do during the summer vacation. The junior- Senior Prom will certainly stand out as an evening never to be forgotten by the Juniors and Seniors C17- 185 Everyone realized what a tremendous student body Fairmont has when the awards were passed out at the annual honor assemblies. The second and last band concert of the year was given. C195 The Juniors said adieu to the Seniors at the junior and Senior Reception, while the Seniors said goodby to the good old days spent at Fairmont. C205 The Seniors at- tended Baccalaureate services and heard an inspiring message. C225 The outstanding girls in G.A.A. were honored at their banquet that evening. C245 Most of the Seniors were back in school to attend the last honor assembly. C255 Disaster day-Exams! This was something the Seniors missed. C265 The Com- mencement services at the National Cash Register found many of the Seniors teary-eyed at the prospect of leaving Fairmont. C285 The Juniors and Sopho- mores took more exams but there was one comfort- ing thought--this was the last day of school! JUNE: C15 Everyone came back to pick up their report cards. w 145 'Yi Loolef Good It Tm 85 Gooof It If Good Left to Right: Mabel Freeman, Georgiana Mohr, Betty Mary Eshbaugh, Dorothy Berry. Yates, Dorothy Goodwin, Cora Archdeacon, Mildred Tufts, Mrs. Lois Baker Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Adkins Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Adamson G. L. Ahrens Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Akers Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Albaugh Jr. Mr. and Mrs. lVLrs. Juanita Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Albright M. Alexander G. R. Armstrong . R. W. Auerhammer Marcus Bainter Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Bard Mr. and Mrs. Walter Barrows Mr. and Mrs. Carroll R. Bennett Mrs. Hester A. Bensinger Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Benson Mr. and Mrs. Jack Berry Mr. and Mrs. Luke D. Bischoff Mrs. H. D. Blackburn Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Boggs Col and Mrs. C. Palmer Boyles Mr. and Mrs. Philip J. Brust Michael Bulugaris Will E. Cate R. A. Chynoweth L. Frederick Clark R. E. Clayton Seth Coffin Jess L. Coleman Edward J. Combs Elmer E. Cook Barton Darling K. C. Dawley E. H. Dexter Jr. R. W. Doll Delbert Dunn Paul E Dunning and Mrs: C. S. Eby Ralph Edgington Ralph H. Ely Jr. and Mrs. Paul L. Erickson and Mrs. Harry W. Fauver Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. Mr. Mr and Mrs. D. R. Feverston Patrons Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Fleitz Voyle C. Ford I. L. Forguson L. H. Frank M. M. Friedly Daniel M. Gaines Norman A. Gau W. H. Geddes C. H. Gillespie Chester Gillett L. E. Goetcheus Mr. and Mrs. C. Stanley Miller Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Moshier Mr. and Mrs. Chester A. Moyer Mr. and Mrs. J. Donald McDonald Mr. and Mrs. Stanley McGowan Mrs. Evelyn E. McKandles Mr. and Mrs. Norman Neilson Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd D. Newton Mr. and Mrs. George Nolan Mr. and Mrs. Carl Nordenbrock Mr. and Mrs. Rolland North Mrs. W. F. Graham Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Griffith Mr. and Mrs. Ralph J. Guess Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur F. Harry Lt. Col. and Mrs. John C. Harlem Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Hawkins Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Haywood Mr. and Mrs. Charles K. Heckerman Mr. and Mrs. Paul E. Henry Frank Hogue and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hollis Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Hurst Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Irelan Mr. and Mrs. Robert John Mr. and Mrs. Eugene R. Kemp Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Kemp Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Kersey Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Ketteman Mr. and Mrs. V. C. Kindred Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Long Mr. and Mrs. Walter M. Litsey Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Clarence E. Lane Mr. and Mrs. Walter Madden Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Maggs Mr. and Mrs. Clyde T. Mann Mr. and Mrs. Harold M. Manny Mr. and Mrs. Frank Marlin Miss Laura Marshall Mr. and Mrs. John W. Matrox Mr. and Mrs. John R. Metzler Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Miles Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. C. P. Packard Brainard W. Platt William L. Rader Mr. and Mrs. Willia.m J. Reid Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Everett E. Rensch Clyde D. Roberts William Rueschhoff George J. Rufe Joseph Sahler Leo B. Schaefer and Mrs. John H. Shroyer William H. Silva James Slethem Virgil Smith Wilford W. Smith E. G. South Robert B. Spiller John Steberl Lonnie D. Stephens Andrew J. Strachan Haymer Taylor W. M. Tolle Walden Touhey Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Tussing Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mlrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. George Wagner Homer Wagner Joseph M. Wenzler Palmer M. Wetz Dwight H. Whipp John F. Wilson Dwight Young Mr. and Mrs. John H. Zeisler Proferrional Men W. C. Chaney, M.D. Dr. and Mrs. M. D. Place Dr. Paul C. Unverferth, D.D.S. Dr. and Mrs. H. A. Huntington Dr. and Mrs. F. C. Rounds Dr. and Mrs. R. E. Ziph Dr. and Mrs. Robert Jacobs, M.D. Mr. and Mrs. John Shanks, Attorney 147 A V0 e 0 TlJmfzle5n Advertising has made great strides over -the past twenty-five years. The drawing below, done by the Dragon art editor, is an exact reproduction of an advertisement used in the annual 25 years ago. The only omission is that of a few words. In order to produce the Dragon, the staff must rely on such businesses as those in the neighboring Town and Country, plus establishments throughout the city. Each year business concerns make it pos- sible for the students at Fairmont to have a bigger and better annual. To them we owe a vote of thanks and confidence, and to the parents and professional people that contributed as patrons. 358851895 HKKQEBEEEEHHBEB 851588885 B B K9 E B B B B Q B B B B E B B EBEEBEEEIEEEEEEBE 5865565888558 goof Uafzcfy B cz' C VT ,Y K m , .2 'gig if ES alt X Q B is J QBGEQWEEGEQQIEBEBW I Uziefwooci Zimage 3 C0 mp cz 72 ,L.:1w::vi:,Aw.q1e52,sQ15::5a,g1,5e?,glzvlwm .. , .. ze' -..- 3 wffzf' .- 'WW' W5 zfrwmi-wzwg,-.gzf-Sin ff- Y f A I . f - , . ,,,,A Q ,Ai ei5HC5'l5' iw' fi sk .W wfwfwuw- W- WM-www,MM.W,,.m, ,V NLL. ,. , W, ,Q Mk, W, 1, , hw,-, COM1PLIMENTS Sf? RIAL T. PARRISH ARCHITECT - ENGINEER MIL-BERN MANORS SALUTES C L A S S O F I 9 5 6 GOODWIN G' LECKRONE Incorporated Mb M g yC tyBId A t THE OAKDALE L.UMBER Cr MILLWORK CO. When It's Lumber, Dial Our Number WA II9I BELMONT DAIRY Wilmington a d S p R d Co. DAYTON 9 OHIO FLOYD'S DRUGS Vrhe Dairy with Cows, Shroyer Road at Dorothy Lane WA 3555 BQLSER'S H I-BOY DEuclous FOOD Friendly Service To Your Car 3000 Far Hills Avenue HAMBURGERS AND MALTS Open 9 A.M. to IO P.M. YOUR FUTURE LIFE BON VOYAGE DOROTHY LANE MARKET Calvin D. Mayne Frank Y. Sakoda Barnet's Shopping Center At Bellbrook COMPLETE HOME APPLIANCES LEADING BRANDS ONLY COLONIAL-ETHAN ALLEN BY BAUMRITTER Largest Display of Television in Midwest DIXIE SUNOCO SERVICE 2525 South Dixie WA 0194 HELM'S 'MARKET 2909 Patterson at Woodman Quality Meats-Open 9 to 9 0Live 7111 PORTER'S TOWN G COUNTRY SHOE REPAIR 4313 East Town G' Country Road ox zasi I open 9 to 9 WEIDN ER CONCRETE BLOCK PRODUCTS Building Blocks- Flue Blocks Cinder and Blocks Building Materials 6' Hauling WA 5952 1673 E. Dorothy Lane ST RAGAN D'S I.G.A. FOODLINER AND PRESCRIPTION DRUG STORE U. S. Route 25 at Stroop Road A COMPLETE FOOD MARKET AND DRUG STORE Completely Air-Conditioned Self-Service Meats and Produce Open 7 Days A Week 9 A.M. to IO P.M. OX 5553 town and country shopping center Far Hills and Stroop O We Meet Every Family Need O Open Nightly Till 9:00 P.M. Plenty of Free Parking GOOD LUCKH CLASS OF I956 Hope we can be of some help to you in planning your home in the future C. W. ZIMMERMAN, Inc 'gaildaa of gettez Waxed' SNYDER'S READY MIX SAND AND GRAVEL CONCRETE BLOCKS 2013 South Dixie WA 7209 OX 1851 Compliments of TOWN AND COUNTRY FLORIST 4300 West Town and Country Road Phone 2196 Open 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. SMARTLY STYLED CORSAGES CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1956 Moon: EQUIPMENT, mc. World's Oldest Motorola Distributor MOTOROLA Home Radios 2: Television 1: Car Radios NORCE Washers 1: Dryers :: Refrigerators 2: Freezers Ranges :z Water Heaters JUST THE BEST FOR THE BEST In KETTERINC- NEW HOMES See THE ROUDEBUSH REALTY COMPANY Fine Dry Cleaning Since I922 H I N KLEY CLEANERS KE 8621 Plant 4018 Kettering Blvd. Store 2924 E. Third IRoute 25 at Stroop Rd.l WA 0023 WE CALL FOR AND DELIVER OFFICES 4209 Far Hills Ave. 2438 N. Main St. WA 1149 TA 7431 R. L. NORRIS WA 5193 2330 S. Dixie FINE FURNITURE HOME APPLIANCES BUDC-ET TERMS Free Parking Compliments of GEO. P. HUFFMAN, INC. R E A LT O R S Oakwood-Kettering Office 1325 W. Dorothy Lane WA 1171 BEST WISHES from H. C. HUBER CONSTRUCTIQN COMPANY R. T. REEVES Cr CO. Compliments of FLGOR AND WALL CONTRACTORS 2308 Far Hills Ave. BISHOP-STANSELL C0 Ceramic Walls G Floors Tiled Counter Tops Bathroom Accessories Parkay Flooring Phone WA 1194 Vinyl V605 We DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERS Linoleum Rubber Tile O Asphalt Tile West Carrollton, Ohio Dayton 9, Ohio EARL D. CREAGER, INC. 901 Sh royer Road WA 2158 it EXCAVATI NG BULLDOZING DIXIE TRAILER SALES, INC. New and Used Trailers T R A D E - T E R M S Complete Trailer Sales Pick Up C1 Deliver 2403 S. Dixie WAInul' I533 See Us For- School Sweaters O JIM FLYNN SPORTING coops Corner First and Jefferson Sf. DAYTON 2, OHIO HE 2884-5-6-7-8 O Where Sportsmen Serve Sportsmen Compliments of TH E PATTE RSON A Good Place To Eat Opposite the Carillon Tower Route 25 KETTERING GULF SERVICE 2501 South Dixie Drive WAlnut 0176 M ILBY AN D MESYSLER Springboro and Dryden Rd. Phone Ml - 3311 J'EMIMA RUSSELL Town and Country Stationer PRINTING - ENGRAVING GREETING CARDS GIFTS Paper Napkins Toilet Paper China . . .Glassware . . . Silverware Paper Towels . . . Paper Napkins . . . Boothes Paper. . .Janitor Supplies. . . Bags Heavy Duty Kitchen Equipment Tables-Commercial Refrigeration-Chairs THE F. W. LOTZ PAPER COM'PANY 607-609 East Third Street EstabIished'l9l3 o Dayton o ADams 7223 THE OAKWOOD F1LORlST Cr GREENHOUSE Hugh Howard Corsages - Cut Flowers Blooming Plants - Gifts Delivery 2319 Far Hills Ave. WAInut 1107 TOWN AND COUNTRY SU NOCO SERVICE STATION 4159 Far Hills Avenue WAlnut 0166 FREE PICKUP AND DELIVERY Tires - Batteries - Accessories THE 'SEITZ Town and Country Hardware Co. Paints, Glass, Garden and Lawn Supplies, Housewares, Electrical Supplies, Appliances DAYTON TOWN AND COUNTRY 146 West Stroop Road WA 1186 DAYTON 9, OHIO We Deliver Compliments of LAIRD'S RADIO Cr TV SERVICE 4329 Wilmington WA 2819 PROFESSIONAL HAIR CARE DON'S HAIRDRIESSERS 425 Patterson Rd. Dayton, Ohio WA 1411 l I E- 12.4111 -...nnuull Qlull PHOTO FINISHING-PICTURE FRAMING CAMERAS AND FILMS COMPLETE PHOTOGRAPHIC SERVICES ADams 1668 Dayton 5, Ohio 838 North Main Street FfLOYD'S DRUGS SHROYER ROAD AT DOROTHY LANE if WA 3555 Photography At Its Best SCHOOLS WEDDI NCS BABIES H. A. IPOWELL STUDIOS Largest in the Midwest TOLEDO - DAYTON - DETROIT 34 E. First St. Dayton 2, Ohio Dayton's Complete HE 2815 Bond Instrument Center Compliments of it HARSANYI MARATHON SERVICE ik' WA OI45 Zwame PAN Q a N- N' I 433 QQ. ll 4 NAM: 'ro R x39 EVERY GARMENT WE CLEAN IS MOTI-EPROOF INSURED FOR SIX MONTHS AT N0 EXTRA COST THE PROOF IS IN THE TASTE Worth Talking About... So good, so tempting, our Pizza Pies are made from Mom Donisi's own world famous recipes. Four locations to serve you every day 0 895 W. Schantz Ave. WA 7881 o 3718 Salem Ave. OR 3131 a 6621 Airway Rd. Ll 1331 u 4593 N. Main St. RA 8921 VIC CASSANO'S Cr MOM DONlSl'S PIZZA HOUSES, INC. Open Daily from 11:00 until 12:01 A.M. Friday and Saturday until 1:00 A.M. A -Job at Ohio Bell Interesting work.. .good pay and frequent raises . . . lots of new friends ... and plenty of Chances for promotion. Come in and talk it over THE OHIO BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY R. E. AMAN D REALTY COMPANY PENNY T Photo-Listing Realtors own and Country Shopping Center WA 5114 WA 1273 0 wlsHlNc WELL INN 83Q N, Main You Won't Find A Better Place For Private Dinners and 'Parties-or Better Food g Reservations for Luncheons Dinners-High School Proms Wedding Breakfasts and Receptions HE 7187 101 West Franklin St. CENTERVILLE, OHIO H. G- H. Co. The Finest Meats in Town , PATTERSON FOOD MART 701 Shroyer Road 2801 Wilmington D t 9 Oh' ay on , io OX 1364 WA H58 YOU Can A'WaYS Depends Of' ALL TYPES OF Auto SERVICE 2311 Far Hills Ave' 1700 East Dorothy Lane 807 Brown St. WA 7752 Congratulations to a Congratulations Wonderfully Spirited Class- May you never lose it. Class ot '55 G, BOB MILTENBERGER'S EQUIPMENT FAR HILLS INC. GULF SERVICE ZIOO W. 3rd St. I4II Wilmington Ave. Far Hills at Dorothy Lane WA ME 2674 WA II69 Sk We Don't Want Everybody's WALTER MADDEN Business - Just Yours OIZ3 251 North Main Street if 5 CLAVIOLINE HEmIock 5883 5. l ,. -1- ,I 4-I 5 A - WJ - 1 ' L, i' L .-n D' ,I I J -tv' f fl fl .'y?.f 4 :Z 5,-97:3,,,ji gl IIJ3? fffti HQ 1 ll ff. -Haj. ifj 7:l!'Q5 Iv'-uni A ' QA! ' -'Q - ' - W' .X 1 I M Q, NL' Lxf f i . h t .I u , . , .4.vs.,,.,-. DAYTON'S HOME OF MUSIC Olds - Buescher - King - Buttet - Getzen Instruments Records IAII Speedsl, from Jazz to Classics Sheet Music lPopular, Classical, Vocal, Instrumentall ARTIST TEACHERS EXCELLENT REPAIRS Compliments of THE DAYTON BREAD CO. 913 S. Patterson FUlton 6168 lt's Easy To Please The Whole Family When You Take Them To The CARRILLON CAFETERIA Open IIZOO A.lVl. - 8:00 P.lV1. Except Tuesdays WOODLEY CONSTRUCTION C'O. 602 Corona Avenue APARTMENT C7 HOME BUILDERS HAUSFELD HARDWARE 711 Shroyer at Patterson WA 3851 O WE DELIVER MUTUAL REALTY We Specialize in Residential Property in Kettering Belmont and Southeast Area Z8 SALES PEOPLE TO SERVE YOU 2901 Patterson Rd. KE 1111 CHARLES D. STEWART GENERAL CONTRACTOR Box 34 Far Hills Station DAYTON, OHIO Phone FU1ton 2292 McCOY'S Your Frigidaire Appliance Dealer Eastown Shopping Center Town 6' Country Shopping Center 3868 Linden Ave.-MA 3242 PAUL E. SWARTZEL INC. COMPLETE INSURANCE WA 1125 64 E. Stroop Rd.-WA 5602 2600 Far Hills Ave. Dayton 9, Ohio Qt we 'S QQOS 5 Qi '55 Your graduation is an important milestone in your life. You are 110W on the threshold of a wonderful adventure. No matter what direction your personal desire may take, you face a future that is filled with promise. Todayis world is undergoing dynamic transi- tion in every field. In transportation and business, in engineering and industry, in science and medi- cine, rapid changes are being made. The demands of progress can only be satisfied if we apply individual effort to the specific prob- lems as they arise. Fairmont High School has given you an ex- cellent educational foundation. If you continue to make the most of your opportunities, you can assure yourself of winning success in the career of your choice. The National Cash Register Company Dayton, Ohio A NDERSCN'S Dayton's Oldest Music House 0 HAMMOND ORCANS Q STEINWAY PIANOS ' RECORDS 0 SHEET MUSIC 0 HI-Fl Record Players II4 N. Main St. POWELL'S GARAGE COMPLETE REPAIR SERVICE 3044 Wilmington Pike Telephone WA 7772 SUPER MARKET Specializing in Compliments of FINE MEATS MOLER ICE CREAM COMPANY ' O 3400 Smithville Road Watervliet and Patterson Road CONGRATULATIONS To the Class of l956 from W0 C D Y ' S On U. S. 25 ln West Carrollton Q-UEER HMARIQET D-RUG sTQRE DA S 1RlES-Tf5LQRfxlbIT WEEK EFQEQCEQIEDIIONQ SEYMOUR, INDIANA 1956 Annual Sfdj We, of the 1956 Dragon, wish to extend our sincere gratitude to Miss Carol Herb, who has put forth a great amount of time and effort toward helping our staff develop The Dragon into a truly memorable book of our high school days at Fairmont. We would also like to thank the following people for playing such an excellent part in the making of our yearbook: faculty members, school office, Indianapolis Engraving Company, S. K. Smith Company, Powell Studios, and Graessle-Mercer Printing Company. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all staff members for the splendid co-operation and hard work devoted to making The Dragon a memorable review of all the enjoyable events that have taken place this year. Editor-in-Chief ..... Marcia Reid Business Manager ........ ..... L ynd Forguson Assistant Business Manager ......... Dee Dunning Engraving Editor ........ .... S hirley Bensinger Mounting .... .... N ancee Touhey Copy Editor .... .... S haron McGowan Theme . .. ................ Judy Shroyer Typists ....,...... Donna Gaines, Carol Dexter, Lynn Boyles, Judy Friedly Faculty Division ........... Sue Wagner Seniors Division .......... Judy Shroyer, Joy Cook Underclassmen Division .... Carol Dexter, Alverda Phillips, Lynn Boyles Clubs Division . ...... Dolores Lewis, Jayne Dawley, Ruth Alexander Sports Division . .Boysx Reed Madden, Punky Norris Girls: Judy Friedly, Jane Wagner Night Life Division ............ Maureen Stewart Snapshot Pages ..... ..... J eanne North, Alverda Phillips, Sharon Wetz Calendar . . . .......... Sue Guess AgPl9 ,+,4M,1,,- Ml i