Hudson High School - True Blue Yearbook (Hudson, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1937 volume:

I vt' THE 1937 TRUE BLUE Published By The Students Of The HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Hudson, Wisconsin Foreworc. Back to the full sized True Blue after a lapse of four years, we have endeavored to present to you informally a cross section of school life as it really is here in Hudson High. May it serve as a living memory of a year of achievements and happy associations. IjOe 'Trese BOOK I - SCHOOL Classes Faculty BOOK II - SCHOOL LIFE Organizations Activities BOOK III - FEATURES Dedication In recognition of the championship records of all the athletic teams in Hudson High School during the past year we respectfully dedicate this True Blue to the championship boys of Hudson High School and their coaches and advisers. Grade Building Erected 1924 North Wing Added 1928 High School Building Erected 1917 SCHOOL BOOK I Classes Faculty SUPERINTENDENT EDWARD P. ROCK Mr. Rock was born in Pierce county, Wisconsin, of parents of Ger- man descent. The first eighteen years of his life were spent in River Falls. He attended the high school and State Teachers’ College there, where he was ac- tive in student life and participated in all forms of athletics. In the spring of 1918 lie began his teaching career at River balls High School, teaching science and athletics. In 1919 he came to Hudson as coach and science instructor and served in this position for four years. During this period his football team brought an undisputed championship to Hudson High, the last one until this year. In 1923 he became Superintendent of the Hudson Public Schools and has continued in that capacity ever since. He received his Bachelors Degree at the University of Wisconsin in 1930. He was married in 1919 to Miss Margaret Williams and has one son Edward Junior, twelve years old, and one daughter Margaret Ann, age seven. 10 FACULTY EMIL ANDERSON B. E.; Oshkosh State Teachers' Industrial Arts HENRY HARDEN B. A.; Carleton College University of Minnesota Science EVELYN J EHDEE B. A.; St. Olaf College University of Minnesota English 3 and 4 Journalism KATHRYN MIERSWA B. E.: Oshkosh Teachers’ College University of Wisconsin Biology English DAVID DAHL University of Minnesota Music KATH RYN GUXDERSON Eau Claire State Teachers’ College Departmental English EDITH HANSON B. M.; St. Olaf College Music Director HELEN HUGHES B. A.; Carleton College Mathematics Debate FRANCES KIDD La Crosse State Teachers’ Physical Education MELITTA KING B. A.; Milwaukee Downer University of Wisconsin Foreign Languages 11 FACULTY RUBY KNLDSON B. S .; University of Minnesota Home Economics JENNY LEE River Falls Normal University of Wisconsin Librarian ETHEL MATHEWS River Falls Normal Fh. B.; Fh. M.; University of Wisconsin Social Science ANN MURPHY River Falls Normal Columbia University Geography HELEN SELLE B. S.; University of Wisconsin English 1 and 2 ELIZA BET 11 PETERSON R. N. School Nurse EDNA PHILLIPS Ph. B.; Lawrence College University of Wisconsin Mathematics Business Fractice KENNETH FLADAGER B. A.; Hamline University of Minnesota Departmental History Athletics HAROLD WALBRANDT B. E.; Whitewater Commercial Course HAROLD WEATHER Illi AD B. A.; Carleton College History and Dramatics SCHOOL BOARD Mr. Cecil E. Day.................. President Mrs. Ruth 15. Hughes ............. Secretary Mr. j. A. Johnson .................Treasurer A TRIBUTE To .Miss Alice Engstrom whose services are an asset and whose willingness, cheerfulness, and abil- ity are sometimes overlooked in the rush of school life, we the students and faculty of Hudson High School wish to express our appreciation. 13 REPRESENTATIVE SENIOR JOHN HUGHES The honor of being selected Representative Senior of the class of 193 goes to John Hughes, who has been consistent in maintaining an excellent record in scholarship; who has gained distinction as a talented musician and has shown his versatile interests in athletics, literary activities, and dramatics; and who has been a leader and loyal supporter of the finest ideals of the student body of Hudson High School. LUCILLE BEERS MILDRED BIRKMOSE NORMA HEDRICK JOHN HUGHES MARY SUSAN HONOR STUDENTS LA VERNE JOHNSON ESTI1 ER MICHAELSON LILLIAN OLSON LEONA RHODEY HOYER DONOVAN THOMPSON 14 RUTH ANDERSON WAYNE ARNTSON Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 2. 3, 4; B Basketball 2. 3, 4; Jr. High Athletics 1. LUCILLE BEERS Debate 1, 2, 3. 4; Class Officer 2, 3; Extern. Speaking 2, 3, 4; Declam. 2; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; G. A. C. Of- ficer 4; Student Officer 4; Annual Staff 4. MILDRED BIRKMOSE One Act Play 3; Playground 4; B Glee Club 1, 2, 3; G. A. C. Officer 4; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 4. KATHLEEN DAY Debate 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Declam. 2; Ex- BETTY HANNAH ARNQUIST One Act Play 3; Band 1, 2, 3. 4; Orchestra 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 1 2. 3. 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3.; Annual Staff 4; G. A. C. 1, 2, 4; Extern. Speaking 4; Flute S’olo 1, 2, 3, 4; Vocal Solo 1, 3; Operetta 3. RICHARD BATTEN Jr. High Football 1; Football 2, 3. 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3; Band 3; String Quartet 3: Annual Staff 4; Hi Y 4. A DELLA BEHM One Act Play 1, 2; B Glee Club 1, 2; Declam. 1; G. A. C. 3, 4. MARION CLEVELAND Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Debate 3; Operetta 3; Declam. 3; One Act Play 3; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3; Sextette 4. NORMA DEDRICK Class Officer 1, 4; Student Officer 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 3; B Glee Club 1, 2; Extern. Reading 2; De- bate 1, 2, 3; Operetta 3; Play- ground Duty 3: Christmas Play 3. 4; Annual Staff 4. LOWELL GIFFORD Debate 3, 4; Boys’ Glee Club 4; Extern. Speaking 3. r UJ MARY SUSAN HOYER Debate 1, 2, 3, 4: Extern. Speaking 3; Extern. Re Aing 2;,.Declam. 2, 3; B. Glee Clift 1, 2, 3,; Play Grpund Duty 3; Class Officer 2; ;Atinual' Staff 4; G. A. C. 2, 3, 4. LA VERNE JOHNSON Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Quartet 4; Solo 3. 4; Debate 1, 2, 3, 4; Extern. Speaking 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; A Basketball 2. 3. 4; Jr. High Ath- letics; Hi Y 3. 4; Basketball Captain 4; Class President 1, 4; All S’chool Vice President 3; One Act Play 2. DOROTHY G. A. C. 1, 2, 3,; B Glee Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3. CVENSON Club 1 ALVINA LOM BAR Glee Club 3; A. C. 1. 2, 3, GORDON EVENSON Boys’ Glee Club 1. 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; B Basketball 2, 3, 4; Jr. High Basketball 1; Foot- ball 4. MERLE GILBERTSON B Glee Club 1, 2; Girls’ Glee Club 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Debate 3; Declam. 2. JOHN HUGHES Jr. High Athletics 1; Football 2, 3. 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3. 4; B Basketball 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Band and Orchestra Manager 3, 4; Clarinet Solo 1. 2. 3. 4; Class Officer 1; Hi Y 2. 3. 4; One Act Play 1; Woodwind En- semble 2, 3. 4; Annual Staff 4; Jazz Orchestra 1, 2, 4. GEORGE KURRASCH Jr. High Athletics 1; B Basketball 2; Boys’ Glee Club 1. 2, 3; Operetta 3; Band 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4. ALBERT LYKSETT Mixed Chorus 2; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 3: Band 3, 4; Extern. Speaking 2; Extern. Reading 2; One Act Play 2, 3; Football 2, 3 4; B Basketball 2. 3. 4; Jr. High Ath- letics 1; Cheerleader 3, 4; Annual Staff 4. DEAN LYKSETT Football 1, 2, 3. 4; Capt. 4; Base- ball 2, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Hi Y 2, 3. 4. ESTHER MICHAELSON G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2. 3; Decalm. 1, 2, 3, 4; Extern. Reading 1, 2, 3. 4; G. A. C. Officer 4; One Act Play 3; Sextette 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3. 4;.Operetta 3. 'X - 1 HAROLD MOE Football 2, 4; B Basketball 1; Bas- ketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Hi Y 2, 3; Play Ground Duty 4; Debate 1; Annual Staff 4; Jr. High Athletics 1; Extern. Speak- ing 4. LILLIAN OLSON G. A. C. 2. 3, 4; G. A. C. Officer 3; Volley Ball Head 4; True Blue Times 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Music Memory 1; B Glee Club 1; Girls’ Glee Club 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; One Act Play 3; Operetta 3; Class Officer 4. Girls’ Glee Club 1, 2; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chor- us 1, 2; Piano Solo 1, 2. RUTH LYKSETT One Act Play 1, 2. 3; Christmas Play 4; G. A. C. 1, 4; Mignonette 4. 1 ‘Wjr- VE R NON M1CHAELSON Glee Club 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 3; Operetta 3. MARY JANE MUCKENHIRN B Glee Club 1; Girls' Glee Club 2, 3; Girls’ Athletics. MARGARET OLSON B Glee Club 1, 2; Jr. G. A. C. Of- ficer 1: G. A. C. 1, 2, 3. WILLIAM PETERSON Baseball 2, 3, 4; Debate 4. AGNES PHERNETTON River Falls Nohe Club 1, 2; G. A. C. 4. CAROLYN Declam. 2, 4; Girls’ RICHIE Athletics 2, 4. KATHLEEN RYAN Declam. 4; Girls’ Athletics 1, 3. HELEN SAWYER Debate 1, 2, 3; Class Officer 1, 4; Annual Staff 4. LESTER SIMPSON Jr. High Athletics 1; Baseball 1, 2; B Basketball 2, 3. LEONA RilODEY Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3. 4; G. A. C. 1. 2. 3. 4; One Act Play 3; Christmas Play 3, 4; Class Officer 2; Annual Staff 4; Play Ground 4; Head of Girls' Fports 3, 4; Sextette 3, 4; Operetta 3; Mignonette 4; B Glee Club I. MICHAEL RICHIE Jr. High Football 1; B Basketball 2; Football 3. JOHN SAMSON Jr. High Athletics 1; B Basketball 2; Baseball Mg. 1. 2; Hi Y 2, 3. 4; Debate 1, 2, 3, 4; Declam. 1; True Blue Times 3; Annual Staff 4; Mixed Chorus 2; Boys’ Glee Club 2; School Officer 3, 4; Class Of- ficer 3; Play Ground 3, 4. FLETCHER SEGERSTROM Jr. High Athletics 1; Mixed Chor- us 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3. 4. WILMA SWANER Glee Club 1, 2; G. A. C. 1, 4. DONOVAN THOMPSON Annual Staff 4; Jr High Athletics 1; Football 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1. 2, 3, Basketball 1. 2, 3, 4; Band 1.2. 3, 4; Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4. Mixed Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4; Drum Major 2, 3, 4; Activity Manager 2; All School President 4; Hi Y 2, 3, 4, Hi Y Officer 3, 4; Extern. Speak- ing 4; One Act Play 1, 3; ?PeJet 3- Boys’ Glee Club 2, 4; Christmas Play 3, 4; Quartet 4. FERXE TRUIILER Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Orchestra 1, 2, 4; Mixed Chorus 1. 2, 3, 4; Violin Solo 1, 2. PHYLLIS TURSKY B Glee Club 3; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4 SIMMIE WIENER Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 4; B Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Debate 1. 2, 3. rj[ tojUtu(Z? MILDRED WINK Declam. 2. rm jgm MARGARET WALLACE B Glee Club 2; Girls’ Glee Club 3; G. A. C. 2, 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 3, 4. ELLEN WILLIAMS G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Debate 1, 2, 3; B Glee Club 1, 2,; Mixed Chorus 4; Declam. 2; Extern. Reading 2; Extern. Speaking 2. KENNETH ZAFILER Baseball 2, 3, 4; B Basketball 1; A Basketball 2; Football 1, 2, 3. 4; Football Captain 4; Jr. High Athletics 1; Mixed Chorus 2; Boys’ Glee Club 2; Hi Y 3, 4. OFFICERS OF THE CLASS OF 1937 President...... I .a Verne Johnson Secretary Norma Dedrick Vice President......Helen Sawyer Treasurer................Lillian Olson Adviser—Miss Mierswa SENIOR CLASS ACCOMPLISHMENTS The class of 1937 entered the portals of Hudson High in the fall of 1933. Mr. Bargen was elected as adviser in the freshman year, and under his guidance we began to show signs of becoming a fine class. Dean Lyksett was the first to attract attention. He was a star fullback on the football team, a sin- gular honor for a freshman. In the fall of 1934 as sophomores we placed three lettermen on the football team and many more on the squad as valuable reserves. Under the direction of Miss Kidd, who had been elected adviser, we became organized and really be- gan to accomplish things. The sophomores won the class basketball tournament demonstrating some fine basketball talent as shown by the fact that several of the boys were included on the basketball squad. Five of the eight members of the state debate team were sophomores, and a good majority of the class was joining musical organizations. During the school year of 1935-36 the first junior accomplishment was to place six lettermen on the football team with a total of twelve men on the squad. Dean Lyksett as captain played his last season of football after having won four letters and the distinction of being one of the finest football players ever developed in this school. The juniors, as defending champions, in the class basketball tourney, walked away with the title foj the second consecutive year. Two of the members became stars on the regular school team. The five juniors who had won the same honors as sophomores again earned places on the state debate team, while those in musical organizations were prepar- ing for another music contest. In the spring the baseball team included seven juniors, all of whom earned letters. Since early spring plans had been going forward for the Junior Prom to be held early in May. Miss Miers- wa, our adviser, contracted scarlet fever about a month before the prom, but Miss Kidd substituted for her in a very able fashion. The prom was success- ful and original with its nautical background and strange lighting effects. The only event left in which the juniors could participate was the annual struggle with the seniors on class day, in which the juniors were supreme. In the fall of 1936 the class members returned as seniors and began to function successfully. There were twelve seniors on the football squad, nine of whom received letters. The team was also captained by a senior, Kenneth Zahler. Our five accomplished debaters again were included on the state debate team. There were three seniors on the championship basketball team which was captained by La Verne Johnson, a star for two years. Now, at the conclusion of our high school course, we go forth into the world to profit by the training and experience received in this school. We take this opportunity to express our appreciation of the guidance and training given us by the superintendent and faculty of this institution, and we hope that we may prove ourselves able proteges in any walk of life into which our var- ious interests may lead us. In closing we take this opportunity to express our sincere apprecia- tion to our adviser, Miss Mierswa, who is serving her last year in Hudson High. She has unselfishly given valuable time and advice in our behalf the last two years and we wish her success and happiness in years to come. 20 SENIOR CLASS PLAY CLASS OF 1937 PRESENTS BOOTH TARKINOTON’S SEVENTEEN A Play of Youth and Love and Summertime Adapted by Stange and Mears CAST Wil iam Sylvaults Baxter Mr. Baxter............ Joe Bullitt........... Genesis .............. Johnnie Watson........ George Cropper........ Mr. Farther........... Wallie Banks.......... Jane Baxter........... Lola Pratt............ May Parcher........... Ethel Boke............ Mary Brooks........... Mrs. Baxter........... SYNOPSIS OF SCENES Act 1—The Baxter Home Act II Scene 1—The Baxter Home Scene 2—Garden of the Parcher Home .....John Hughes La Verne Johnson .....Albert Lyksett . . . Lowell Gifford Donovan Thompson . . Gordon Evenson ..... Harold Moe .. . Kenneth Zahler .....Ruth Lyksett .... Leona Rhodey . . . Norma Dedrick . . . Betty Arnquist .. . . Carolyn Richie ..... Lucille Beers Act III—The Baxter Home Act IV Scene 1—The Parcher Garden Scene 2—The Parcher Garden Time: The Present Silly Bill fell in love with Lolo, the Baby-Talk Lady, a vapid if amiable little flirt. To woo her in a manner worthy of himself (and incidentally of her) he stole his father’s evening clothes. When his wooings became a nuisance to the neigh- borhood, his mother stole the clothes back, and had them altered to fit the middle- aged form of her husband, thereby keeping William at home in the evening. But when it came to the Baby-Talk Lady’s good-bye dance, not to be present was unen- durable. How William Sylvanus again got the dress suit, and how as he was wear- ing it at the party the Negro servant, Genesis, disclosed the fact that the proud garment was in reality his father’s are some of the elements in this charming comedy of youth. Director: Mr. Harold Weatherhead 21 s JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY The class of 1938 entered I ludson High School in the fall of 1934 with an enrollment of seventy-two. Roy Colver was our first president; Miss Hughes, our adviser. As freshmen we were not only represented in all activities, hut our “Hoboes” won first place in the 1934 Homecoming parade. As our first finan- cial endeavor we successfully operated a hot dog stand at the Homecoming Carnival. In 1935 we elected jack Leykom as president for our sophomore year. We again won honors due to the fact that we purchased the largest percentage of budget tickets, in addition to the largest number of True Rlues. As junior president we elected Raymond Engstrom. Under his lead- ership it was our privilege to sponsor the first class party. We held it on Fri- day, November the thirteenth, yet we beat the old superstition since the party was a huge success and the forerunner of similar parties. Black cats and ladders were appropriately chosen as decorations. The juniors started early to plan for their prom. An old-fashioned garden with morning glories, hollyhocks, rose trellises, and a picket gate were decided upon as the decorative theme, so the background would be in keeping with the girls’ lovely dresses. As this goes to press it is also possible that the orchestra will be seated in a grape arbor, although it is not definite. The general committee for decorations consisted of Margaret Clair, chairman, David Lyksett, Edith Ahlgren, Marjorie Suennen, and Robert An- derson. The finance committee was composed of Helen Engebretson, chairman. Chester Quale, Lorene Wilcox, and Warren Bush. Raymond Livermore, Paul Jones, and Dolores Anderson composed the orchestra committe. Up until this year we have had the largest class in school, but due to the fact that several students have moved away or dropped out of school our enrollment has dwindled to sixty-four. We have always been well represented in various activities. This year thirtv eight per cent of our class was represented in musical activities, while sixty-four per cent of the boys were in athletics. Alton “Steve” Steven- son was elected captain of next year’s basketball team. Art Riedel played an outstanding game of basketball at center. We also were well represented in forensics. Both Edith Ahlgren and Helen Engebretson represented us at the state debate tournament. Much credit must he given Miss Hughes, who has been our adviser ever since we came into high school. 22 THE JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President ..................... Raymond Engstrom Vice President.........................Melvin Hanson Secretary ..................... Georgia Mae Mennes Treasurer....................................... Fred Kermott Adviser—Miss Hughes Membership of Junior Class Back Row Reft to Right: Donald Evenson, William Campbell, Melvin Hanson, Jack Leykom, Arthur Riedel, Donald Meister, Boyd Michaelson, Norman Anderson, Roy Colver Fourth Row: Warren Bush, Fred Anderson, Paul Jones, Alton Stevenson. David Ryksett. Clyde Helmick, Raymond Engstrom, Frank Trudell, Chester Quale, Raymond Rivermore, Fred Kermott, Richard Penman Third Row: Dorothy Sander, Mary Kolashinski, Elizabeth Cameron. Edith Williams, Eleanor Ziehl. Catherine Hauke, Ethelyn Hancock, Jane Olson, Jean Dorwin, Marjorie Ruesink, Georgia Mae Mennes, Virginia Bow- ers, Rois Rarson, Carmelita Hawkins, Alice Pratt, Betty Tursky Second Row: Helen Engebretson. Jean Clapp, Mary Flattum, Dolores Anderson, Rorene Wilcox, Ruby Eng- dahl, Margaret Clair, June Casaw, Mary Jane Dahl, Eleanor Nelson, Anna Mae McDowell. Rucy Richie, Ruth Peterson, Edith Ahlgren, Margaret Hallenberger, Iris Koenig, Muriel Askov, Marjorie Cleveland First Row: Robert Anderson, Marjorie Fuennen, Alfred Ranallo, Shirley Yost, William Humnhrey, Mary Adams, Frederick Anderson, Georgiann Solsvig, Richard Hanley, Catherine ilenstra, William Zappa’, Miss Hughes—Adviser , j . ' K SOPHOMORE CLASS HISTORY The high school career of the Class of ’39 began in September, 1935, with an enrollment of seventy. We chose Paul Thompson as our first class president. In September the seniors entertained us at the Freshmen-Senior Party, and we were formally initiated by the usual custom of the Senior Class. During our Freshman year we concentrated mainly on studying and in adapting ourselves to our new surroundings. However, Joseph Young and John 1 farlander each earned a regular’s berth on the “B” basketball squad. When selections for the district debate team were made the Freshmen offer- ed the services of Merle Michaelson which were readily accepted. Esther Sol- lieim received first place in the local humorous declamatory contest and also performed creditably in the district contest. In our Sophomore year our number was reduced to fifty-seven. We chose Merle Michaelson as our president. On the football team we were rep- resented bv George Spencer, John l larlander, and Sam Richie. George Spencer was the only one of this group to he rewarded with a letter. When the basket- ball season arrived the Sophomores again offered some excellent material in the form of “Bo” Young and John llarlander, both advancing from the “B” team. The Sophomores placed two of their representatives, Bob Forsythe and Holly Merrell, on the district deflate team. We held more positions on the debate team than any other class except the seniors. We have several representatives in both band and orchestra. Paul Thompson has established his reputation as a musician, winning third place with his cornet solo at the River Falls Music Contest last year. This year he has been made a member of the school’s brass trio and has gained membership in the Ili-Y quartet. Mary Jane Peterson has developed into a fine soprano and was awarded the scholarship offered by Mr. Price. This year the Sophomores were allowed to sponsor their own class party. It was held on February thirteenth in the form of a Valentine’s Day i ’artv. By this time the result of the Sophomore’s concentrated study has come to light. For the first semester of the Sophomore year, over forty per cent of the ‘X” honor roll was composed of Sophomores and approximately forty per cent of the Sophomore class was included on either the “G” or the “X” hon- or roll. Holly Merrell and Lyle Baer have gained recognition for maintaining a straight “X” average for a semester. Much of the credit for our progress must be given to Miss Selle, our class adviser. Her advice and leadership have solved many problems for us. 24 THE SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS President ..................... Merle Michaelson Vice President.................Wesley Erickson Secretary......................James Gullickson Treasurer......................Orlando Mol way Adviser—Miss Selle Membership of Sophomore Class Back Row: R. Hundley, D. Brunelle, G. Spencer, H. Lyksett, W. Solheim, R. Forsythe, M. Koehler, G. Penman Fourth Row: R. Buttke, G. Marvold, E. Shea, J. Harla nder, J. Young, E. Sandburg, L. Matson, A. Arntson, E. Falteysek, M. Nelson, I. Anderson Third Row: E. Erickson, R. Olson, R. Dobson, F. Ol; on, M. Merrell, D. Lyksett, F. Birkmose, E. Lombard, J. Cunningham, D. Koehler, P. Cchuster, M. Flattum, E. Evenson, L. Amundson Second Row: P. Thompson, E. Cashman. M. Michaelson, M, Gilbertson, J. Gullickson, V. Hansen, O. Holway, M. Peterson, W. Erickson, J. Hurst, G. Ruesink, C. Dahl, L. Olson, B. Hansen, Miss Selle Front Row: M. Guiswite, S Richie, F. Richie, H. Merrell, S. Stauffacher, L. Baer, E. Solheim, A. Broten, E. Olson, B. Kinney, P. Sisson FRESHMAN CLASS HISTORY The Class of 1940 has just about passed through its “green” year and if we continue to progress as well as we have this year, we should become an outstanding group before our high school days are completed. Last fall when the class entered Hudson High School, many of its seventy-six members were extremely “cocky” and “green but according to tradition, so were our dignified seniors when they were freshmen. The class members immediately entered into the various high school activities. Many of the freshmen have made the honor rolls. About twenty- five per cent of our members are in musical activities. Thirty per cent of the school’s debaters are freshmen. Many are progressing rapidly in athletics, de- clamatory, and one act plays. From our interest in activities you can readily see that the class is not backward or at least has not been afraid to work. Socially we have maintained a worth while rating, due no doubt to the party given in our honor by the seniors on September 25, 1936, at which everyone enjoyed himself either dancing or playing games. At our first class meeting we elected Mr. Emil Anderson as our class adviser and Donald O’Connell as President. THE FRESHMAN SLANT ON THINGS The seniors may think their class can't be equalled, but there are many members in the freshmen class ready to step in and take their places. In debate, for instance, we have David Wilcox and Maxine Bethel to take John Samson’s and Lucille Beers’ places. Erling Strom and Norval Olson will be taking Thompson’s and Johnson’s positions in athletics. Evelyn Ryden’s fin- gers are just as nimble as Orlain Olson’s are on the piano. Solveig Michael- son will he filling the vacancy of her sister, Esther, in declamatory. Harold Moe may be a fine artist, hut Clarence Noreen is also very clever with a pen. Margaret Simonson will be fiddling the fiddle in place of Feme Trubier. Many of the positions in the glee clubs have already been taken by freshmen. So you see, “the unreplaceable seniors” aren’t so unreplaceable after all. —The “Debunking Freshman” 26 THE FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS President ...................... Donald O’Connell Vice President ................. Robert O’Connell Secretary......................Margaret Simonson Treasurer ........................ Mary Cameron Adviser—Mr. Anderson Members of Freshman Class Back Row: Margaret Simonson, Verna Mae Jones, Mary Cameron, Helen Riedel, Robert Jacobs, Elaine Tracy, Carl Edstrom, Robert Williamson, Solveig Michaelson, Evelyn Ryden, Helen Webster, Marjorie Lee Fourth Row: David Wilcox, Baldwin Olson, Charlotte Ball, Gerald Ancell, Donald O’Connell, Florence Hagen, Jane Sutherland, Dorwin Lamkins, Maxine Bethel, Robert Guith, Harvey Hanson, Clarence Noreen Third Row: Jane Trollen, Edith Johnson, Irene McKinney, Dan Lyksett, Twila Ancell, Eliner Adams, Lorraine Swanson, Barbara Reiter. Edwin Helmick, Marian Lombard, Janet Tracy, Jean Frey, Jeanette Frey, Marjorie Erdman, Janet Williams, William Wright Second Row: Erling £‘trom. Jack Livermore, Donald Lomnes, Robert O’Connell, Elaine Hawkins, Patricia Ry- an, Donald Martin, Frank Dabruzzi, Elmer Sam. on, Charles Larson, Harold Olson, Irving St. Ores, Mary Ri- vard, Charlotte Newton, Lyle Halberg, Fredrick Nagel, Fredrick Schuster, Mr. Anderson First Row: Ethel Ahlgren, Robert Miller, Helen Sandberg, Earl Weinberg, Yvonne Dummond, Kenneth Mi chaelson, Ruth Tappins, Norval Olson, Catherine Ryan, Lewis Workman, Eleanor Stauifacher 27 28 SCHOOL LIFE 29 I BOOK II Organizations Activities MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS MR. DAVID DAHL Director of Instrumental Music When you Income discouraged by your lack of technique and realize to your dismay that you have a “tin ear”, Professor Dahl encourages you and helps you to overcome your difficulties. He tells you that to get somewhere in music you have to work hard. Let us look a moment into his past and see how lie has gained his place in the world of music. Mr. Dahl was born on a farm in Warren, Minnesota, the eldest of eleven children. While he was still a little boy his mother taught him to play the guitar. He often played and sang with his sister in his father’s church. One fall day little Dave, who was nine years old, heard that a band was to be organized, to which anyone could belong—that is, anyone who had fifteen dollars to pay toward an instrument. Fifteen dollars was a great amount of money to a small boy, but it did not discourage him. He trapped a few mink and foxes and sold a few dozen eggs his mother had given him. “By the time I laid down the fifteen dollars,” Mr. Dahl reminisces, “all the instruments that were left were a three-fifty piccolo and a drum.” lie wisely chose the piccolo. Wisely, because he had to walk more than seven miles to the place where the band was to practice. By early summer the little band that had been organized had grown and was ready to perform. Their first engagement was at Hallock, Minnesota, at a Fourth of July celebration. He joined another, the Red River Cornet Band, and played whatever instruments they happened to be short on. Still later he joined the Hallock band. They needed clarinets so Dave worked hard and saved his money and bought one. Perhaps you have wondered how Mr. Dahl started playing the cello, for you know it is his favorite. This is how he started. One evening he went to the Orpheum theater in St. Paul and heard a wonderful cellest who played a number which so inspired him that he work- ed still harder to earn enough to buy a cello and learn to play it. Ten years before Mr. Dahl came to Hudson, he had a Reed School, the largest of its kind west of Detroit. Each week there were over two hun- dred students enrolled. Gradually the school branched out to teaching other instruments. We have been fortunate to have Mr. Dahl with us for the eight years he has taught in Hudson High. The band and orchestra under his direction have grown a great deal. Tt is a problem to have a balanced instrumentation every year, but he has managed to fill the places of the grad- uates by training children in the grades and helping them all through. He seems to be a tireless worker, for when he is not leading the band, giving pri- vate lessons and planning programs, he is repairing an old instrument or arranging a piece of music. David Dahl 30 MARCHING BAND The Hudson marching band is known, not only in our own state, but in Minnesota as well. The marching band during the summer is very active. Besides the high school students, alumni participate in its activities during the summer, it is interesting to remember the places where the band traveled in the vacation months of 1936. June 15 Street Carnival, Baldwin Aug. 5 Hudson on to Lexington, St. Paul Aug. 15 Ahepha Convention Parade, St. Paul Aug. 19 Elks Convention Parade, Eau Claire Aug. 26 Elks Lawn Party, Hudson Sept. 20 Stillwater Lumberman’s Parade Our championship marching land was newly outfitted this year with military uniforms of a combination of French and navy blue serge with silver buckles and emblems. The band members themselves started the drive for new uniforms to which the townspeople so wholeheartedly cooperated. Besides the uniforms for the band a new director’s uniform and drum major’s regalia were purchased. 31 BAND The hand, composed of forty-three members, is very active in our school. It is always ready to play at basketball and football games, pep meetings, and various school assemblies. Their number for the music contest was “Daphnis” by Guy Holmes. They gave their first concert in their new band uniforms April 2, at a musical given for the rural communities, and also layed at the Spring Concert. ORCHESTRA The orchestra is called upon many times during the year to play at school plays and banquets. They played at the grade operetta March 19, the Christmas musical, and the Spring Concert. The orchestra played “Sonatine by Schubert at the ijRivejr 'Falls contest this year. John Ilfjgltes is manager for both band and orchestra. j 32 BAND PERSONNEL WOODWIND Clarinet John Hughes Orlain Olson Evelyn Ryden Melvin Hanson Merle Michaelson Orlando Holway Simmie Wiener Helen Engebretson Marjorie Lee Oboe Marjorie Suennen Mary Jane Dahl Flute Betty Arnquist Saxophone Mary Jane Dahl Ruby Engdahl Carol Dahl Anna Mae McDowell Violin Feme Truhler Helen Sandberg Robert Anderson Ruth Lee Ruth Tappins Solveig Michaelson Viola Chester Anderson Cello Paul Jones Verna Mae Jones John Gilbertson Mr. Dahl, Director BRASS Cornet Paul Thompson John Harlander Chester Anderson Ravmond Livermore Lyle Ash Warren Bush Barbara Reiter John IIoyer French Horn Margaret Simonson EHanor Stauffacher Herbert Johnson Baritone Robert Anderson Verna Mae Jones Trombone Paul Jones Jack Leykom John Stayberg PERCUSSION Tympani David Petersen Snare Drums Marjorie Ruesink Wesley Erickson lane Sutherland Elbert Sanberg Bass Drum Don Thompson Frank Trudell Bass La Verne Johnson Holly Merrell Albert Lvksett Lyle Holberg ORCHESTRA PERSONNEL Clarinet John Hughes Evelyn Ryden Simmie Wiener Oboe Mary Jane Dahl Marjorie Suennen Flute Betty Arnquist Saxophone Carol Dahl Melvin Hanson nano Orlain Olson Cornet Paul Thompson Trombone Jack Leykom Strine Bass Merle Michaelson Percussion David Petersen Jane Sutherland Don Thompson Jlr % V 1 BOYS' GLEE CLUB First Tenor—Alton Broten, James Gullickson, Orlando Holway, Bernard Kinney, Kenneth Michaelson, Merle Michaelson, Clarence Noreen, David Petersen, George Ruesink, Irving St. Ores, Donovan Thompson Second Tenor—Frank Dabruzzi, Robert Forsythe, Fletcher Segerstrom, Alton Stevenson, Paul Thompson, Frank Trudell, David Lyksett First Bass—Frank Bowers, Warren Bush, Paul Jones, Fred Kermott, Raymond Livermore, Donald Lomnes, Fred Nagel, Harold Olson, Chester Quale, Elmer Samson, Billy Wright Second Bass— Roy Colver, Carl Edstrom, Raymond Engstrom, Melvin Hanson, William Hum- phrey, La Verne Johnson, Jack Leykom. Elbert Lombard, Albert Lyksett, Vernon Michaelson, Donald O’Connell, Elbert Sandberg, Willis Solheim Accompanist—Mary Jane Peterson GIRLS' GLEE CLUB First Soprano—Isabelle Anderson, Merle Gilbertson, Ethelyn Hancock, Borghild Hanson, Es- ther Michaelson, Solveig Michaelson, Mary Jane Peterson, Leona Rhodey, Marjorie Suennen, Ruth Tappins, Margaret Wallace, Simmie Wiener Second Soprano—Muriel Askov, Francis Birkmose, Carol Dahl, Jane Hurst, Verna Mae Jones, Alvina Lombard. Lillian Olson, Frances Olson, Margaret Simonson, Georgiann Folsvig, Esther Solheim, Feme Truhler Alto—Dolores Anderson, Marion Cleveland, Jean Dorwin, Ruby Engdahl, Mary Flattum, Geor- gia Mae Mennes, Lorene Wilcox, Orlain Olson, Dorothy Evenson Accompanist—Evelyn Ryden 34 MIXED CHORUS First Row: Kenneth Miehaelson, Georgiann Stlsvig, Yvonne Dummond, Marjorie Suenncn, Mary Flattum, Mary Jane Peterson, Dolores Anderson, Carol Dahl, Jane Hurst, Mary Jane Dahl, Irving St. Ores Second Row: Miss Hanson, Helen Webster, Lrrene Wilcox, Ellen Williams, Marion Cleveland, Edna Evenson, Borghild Hanson, Edith Johnson, Betty Arnquist, Muriel Askov, Merle Gil- bertson Third Row: Donald Lomnes, Katherine Ryan. Margaret Wallace, Lillian Olsen, Jean Dorwin Virginia Bowers, Ethelyn Hancock, Esther Miehaelson, Elaine Tracy, Leona Rhodey, Wesley Erickson Fourth Row: Elmer Samson, Orlando Holwav. Alton Stevenson, Georgia Mae Mennes, Kath- leen Day, Feme Truhler, Billy Wright. Evelyn Ryden, Alvina Lombard, Orlain Olson, Ches- ter Quale, Merle Miehaelson, James Gulllckson Fifth Row: Donovan Thompson, Raymond Livermore, Robert Forsythe. Raymond Engstrom, La Verne Johnson, Gordon Evenson, Roy Colver, Jack Leykom, Melvin Hanson, George Kur- rasch, Frank Trudell. Fred Kermott, Elbert Sandberg, Carl Edstrom, Henry Strom, Paul Jones, Fletcher Stegerstrom GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB The Girls Glee Club, the oldest organization in school, which was start- ed as an outside activity in 1916, has developed into a class of thirty-four members. Under the direction of Miss Hanson it has gained one of the highest places in our school activities. The class is held every day at 2:55. The girls feel that to them it is the most pleasant way to finish the day. They study harmony and breathing, besides preparing for their many public appearances. They sang at the November musical, the Christmas program and the spring concert. Their contest numbers for this year are “The Lord is My Shep- herd” by Schubert, and “0 Peaceful Night by German. The accompanist of the Glee Club is Evelyn Ryden. One of the groups that has grown out of the glee club is the girls sex- tette, composed of Esther Miehaelson, Leona Rhodey, Carol I)ahl, Jane Hurst, Dolores Anderson, and Marion Cleveland. This group has been a popular attraction at many functions during the year. BOYS’jGLEE club The Boys Glee Club which was organized as an extra-curricular activity eight years after the Girls Glee Club, has grown through the years until now fortv- two members comprise the club. “Sea Fever by Andrews and “Friend o Mine by Sanderson were their contest numbers this year. Mary Jane Peterson is the accompanist of the Boys Glee Club. A small group which has developed from the Boys Glee Club is the “Hi-Y Boys’ Quartette , composed of Donovan Thompson, Paul Thompson, Paul Jones, and La Verne Johnson. They have sung at many of the assemblies and programs given by the music department, and also at many outside entertainments. 35 MISS EDITH HANSON Supervisor of Music Those who love music and have ambition to work hard to be successful in it are sure to reach their goal. 'Phis has been true of Miss Hanson, who in her eight years of teaching at Hudson has done more than we realize to raise the standard of our school music. Miss Hanson began to take lessons on the piano when she was nine years old. She had always loved to listen to music and many times expressed a desire to he able to play. Very soon she became an accomplished pianist. During her high school years at Hudson she played in a string quintette made up of high school students. She played many solos too, though there were no music contests as there are to- day in which to compete for honors. Besides being a very fine musician, Miss Hanson was a champion typist in high school. Contests with neighboring schools used to be held in the gym and spectators would hang over the balcony and watch. Miss Hanson nev- er failed to ‘ bring home the bacon” for Hudson. In her junior year she was one of the representatives in the district contest at Cumberland, and went later to the state contest at Whitewater, Wisconsin. For a year after she graduated she worked in the office at school. McPhail was the first music school Miss Hanson attended. A piano course was her main study. After a year at McPhail she attended St. Olaf Col- lege where she received her B. M. degree. She studied voice and took four years of piano. After she graduated she taught music for two years at the Canton Lutheran Normal School in Canton, South Dakota. During the last few summers she has attended the University of Wash- ington, and the University of Minnesota. She has taken two summer courses at the F. Melius Christiansen Choral School at Winona Lake in Indiana and at Ephraim, Wisconsin. Miss Hanson has built up the choral clubs of Hudson High and has turned out many winning organizations. It was she who started the regular practices of the mixed chorus and glee clubs. Without her leadership we would never he where we are today in our musical activities. She has worked enthus- iastically and tirelessly. When any student has needed help, she has always been willing and ready to give it. Miss Edith Hanson 36 CANDLE LIGHTING PAGEANT Presented December 17, 1936 “The Candle Lighting Pageant” was under the direction of Mr. Har- old Weatherhtad with Miss Helen Hughes and Miss Evelyn Jerdee assisting. The music was under the direction of Miss Edith Hanson and Mr. Dave Dahl. MUSICAL!-: Christmas Carols Brass Quartette L.ij w Silent Night............................ -5 p iThe Three Kings....................... p Lullaby ............................ Carol of the Russian Children....... Mixed Chorus Christmas Festival ................ Orchestra yj Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming......... Shepherds’ Christmas Song.......... The Virgins’ Slumber Song........... Joyous Christmas Song ............. jT M Girls’ Glee Club Tschaikowsky Suite , Orchestra THE CANDLE LIGHTING ......Gruber . . Arr. Romeu . Christiansen ..........Gaul . De Lamater .. . Praetorius Arr. Dickinson .........Reger .....Gevaert PAGEANT Leader: Roy Colver The Apostles: Raymond Engstrom, Melvin Hanson, Willis Solheim, Albert Lyk- sett, Merle Michaelson, Alfred Ranallo Christian S])irits: Dorothea Lyksett, Ruth Lyksett, Leona Rhodey, Verna Mae Jones, Georgia Mae Mennes, Norma Dedrick I he Choir: Esther Michaelson, Betty Hannah Arnquist, Jane Hurst, Mary Jane Peterson, Borghild Hansen, Marion Cleveland, Ruby Engdahl, Dolores An- derson, Lillian Olson, Donovan Thompson, Gordon Evenson, Robert For- sythe, Raymond Livermore, Fred Kermott, Jack Leykom, La Verne Johnson 37 MIGNONETTE —ALL SCHOOL PLAY NOVEMBER 24, 1937 Directed by Miss Helen Selle Scenery supervised by Mr. IVeatherhead Mignonette, by Arthur Jearue, is a play within a play. The story deals with both the old and the new south, portraying a love that survived from Civil War days to the present time. Old southern traditions and customs are preval- ent throughout with a soft southern accent lending the final crinoline touch. The cast was as follows: Mignonette Dearborn, a Irelle of 1861 ....Ruby Engdahl Rose Mills, Jonathan’s granddaughter .... Dorothea Lyksett Mammy Lou, an old negress....................Edith Ahlgren Jonathan Mills, Mignonette’s only love . . . Robert Forsythe Stella Boggs..................................Jean Dorwin Hannah Splivven ......................... Marjorie Suennen Esmerelda Brown .............................. Mary Cameron • Anna Bryant...................................Ruth Lyksett Alice Fox.................................Isabelle Anderson Elizabeth Maxwell .......................... Leona Rhodey Gladys Dyke .............................. Dolores Anderson David Frames, a wealthy tobacco grower . . Ray Livermore Justin Halliday............................... Warren Bush Deacon Parker................................Billy Wright Thomas Miller............................ Merle Michaelson Simon Clay .............................. Wesley Erickson Ilenry Spencer........................... James Gullickson Annabelle Higgins, President of the Ladies’ Aid.... ................................ Carmelita Hawkins SETTING: Act I. Parlor of the old Dearborn home. Act II. Back to the time of the diary that Rose is reading. Act III. The next morning, when Mammy Lou finds Rose asleep with the half read diary in her hand. 38 Representing Hudson in the district contest at River Falls on April 15 were Orlando Holway, Esther Solheim, winners of the humorous division, Sol- veig Michaelson, and Margaret Clair, winners of the local dramatic contest. Orlando won first place in the local humorous contest with “Lafayette, Here I Come”, while Esther placed in the same division with “Sisters in Society”. Solveig’s selection was ‘ Littlest Orphan and the Christ Baby”, and Margaret read “A Great Rushing of Wings”. The faculty members who coached declamatory were Miss Selle, Miss Gilbert, Miss Murphy, Miss Mathews,; and Miss Phillips. Participants in the contest were the following: Humorous Orlando Holway Esther Solheim James Gullickson Merle Michaelson Anna Mae McDowell Kathleen Ryan Dramatic Solveig Michaelson Margaret Clair Edith Ahlgren Robert Forsythe Dorothea Lyksett Frank Dabruzzi Billy Wright Esther Erickson Alton Broten EXTEMPORANEOUS READING AND SPEAKING Winners in the local reading contest were Merle Michaelson and Dor- othea Lyksett, who attended the district contest at River Falls, April 15. All selections this year were essays. In the district speaking contest, also held at River Falls, Hudson’s rep- resentatives were Lucille Beers and La Verne Johnson who talked on “Neutral- ity” and “Labor Wins .Steel Argument” for the local contest. Contestants for these contests were coached by Miss Hughes and Mr. Weathcrhead. The members of the expression class were entered in a preliminary class sneaking contest. The four winners: Harold Moe, Lorene Wilcox, Helen Engebretson, and Carolyn Richie, were entered in the school contest. Participants in these contests were as follows: Reading Merle Michaelson Dorothea Lyksett Helen Engebretson Lyle Baer Alton Broten Speaking Lucille Beers La Verne Johnson Helen Engebretson Merle Michaelson Harold Moe Carolyn Richie Lyle Baer Alton Broten Lowell Gifford 39 DEBATE SUMMARY OF THE DEBATE SEASON Hudson again had a successful debate season with fifty-eight students taking debate either as a subject or as an extra-curricular activity. Hudson was given the opportunity of attending two additional debate tournaments this year. The first of these tournaments was at St. Patrick’s Pa- rochial School in Eau Claire on December 8. This tournament had formerly been for private schools only, but this year invitations were extended to public schools as well. There were no decisions given in the debates, but the partici- pants were criticized by the debate coaches. The second debate of this type was held at North High School in Minneapolis. At the Extemporaneous Tournament held at New Richmond, Decem- ber 4 and 5, Mary Susan Iloyer, Lucille Beers, La Verne Johnson, and Lowell Gifford represented Hudson. The state debate question, Resolved: ‘ All electric utilities should be governmentally owned and operated”, and the extemporaneous question, Resolved: “That the United States should foster the policy of recipro- cal trade agreements” were debated. Hudson’s record of having a representative on the all-tournament team every year was kept intact when I a Verne Johnson won a place on the team. The Division Debate Tournament was held in Chippewa Falls on Feb- ruary 8 and 9. Hudson’s negative team was composed of Edith Ahlgren, John Samson, La Verne Johnson, and Helen Engebretson. The affirmative repre- sentatives were Robert Forsythe, Lucille Beers, Lowell Gifford, and Holly Mer- rell. Both teams entered the semi-finals only to be defeated by Eau Claire and Barron. Since the beginning of this tournament only Fludson, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls have been able to enter the semi-finals every year. 40 HUDSON DEBATERS H. Sandberg, A. Rroten, K. Ryan, L. Baer, p:. Ahlgren, H. Merrell, E. Solheim, L. Workman, L. Wilcox, F. Dabruzzi, L. Beers, E. Hawkins, M. Bethel, M. Birkmose, H. Rie- del, E. Evenson, R. Tapping, C. Newton, F. Birkmose, H. Engebretson, M. Ruesink, E. Ahlgren, A. Lyksett, M. Michaelson, W. Arntson, D. Lamkins, W. Bush. E. Samson, M. Richie, F. Seg- erstrom, B. Kinney, W. Peterson, R. Brunelle, W. Wright, D. Wilcox, L. Gifford, G. Kurrascn, M. Hanson, L. Johnson, R. Forsythe, V. Michaelson, J. Samson, E. Shea, K. Day, E. Wein- berg and H. Olson. DEBATE SCHEDULE December 4 and 5 ............................. New Richmond Tournament December 8..............................St. Patrick’s Debate Tournament January 8............................... North High Debate Tournament February 19 and 20................District Tournament at Chippewa Falls 41 HI-Y ACTIVITIES FOR 1936-37 The Hudson Hi-Y was represented at a Convention at Eau Claire last November 30 and 31 by five members. The convention featured speeches and round table discussions led by Dr. Helen Dennison of the University of Wiscon- sin. The usual convention routine was enlivened by a swimming party and trips through the industrial plants of Eau Claire. Approximately three hundred rep- resentatives from Hi-Y clubs in the Northwest attended. David Lyksett, Jack Leykom, John Samson, Don Thompson, and Dean Lyksett represented the Hud- son club. Eating naturally appeals to all boys so at least once a month we have had a noon luncheon for Hi-Y members. These luncheons cost each member about twenty cents, and were planned and cooked by the domestic science classes. As these sessions usually took the place of one of our usual evening meetings, we transacted routine business and were entertained. The Hi-Y has more than doubled its original membership. Approxi- mately forty boys comprise the club this year while the original club had only twenty. One of the most outstanding events of the school year was the minstrel show, “Land Ob’ Cotton,” presented on February 11, 1937 by the Hi-Y. Com- plete in every detail with endmen, chorus, quartet, and soloists, it was a decided success in every way. Although only one performance was given by the entire ensemble, various units of it continued to give separate appearances at club meet- ings, banquets, etc. CAST OF LAND 'OB COTTON Master of Ceremonies .......................... Mr. Donovan Thompson Comedians—Messrs. I-a Verne Johnson, Paul Jones, Robert Forsythe, Jack ab- ler, Frank Bowers, Fred Kermott Vocalists—Messrs. George Ruesink, Orlando Holway, Jack Leykom, Paul Thomp- son, Alton Stevenson, John Harlander, Roy Colver, Raymond Engstrom. Chester Quale, William Humphrey, Albert Lyksett HI-Y “To create, maintain and extend throughout the school and community a high standard of Christian character.” OFFICERS Don Thompson.......................................President Jack Leykom...................................Vice President John Samson......................... Secretary and Treasurer Mr. Rock.............................................Adviser HI-Y MEMBERSHIP vr' James Gullickson Frank Bowers La Verne Johnson Richard Brunelle Wesley Erickson Richard Penman Melvin Hanson Jojyn Harlander Richard Hanley Jack Leykom Donovan Thompson, John Samson Paul Thompson Richard Batten Raymond Engstrom David Lyksett Chester Quale Elmo Shea William Zappa Elbert Bouw Dpnalcl Engstrom __Paul Jones ' Incotin V nut Alfred Ranallo ■ Joseph Young William Humphrey Arthur Riedel Kenneth Zahler Albert Lyksett Orlando Holway Alton Stevenson Fred Kermott George Ruesink John Hughes Sam Richie Robert Forsythe 43 TRUE BLUE TIMES The True Blue Times staff which formerly sent the school news to the Observer was, in all probability, the forerunner of the present journalism class. Previously the staff was composed of various students who were in- terested in newspaper work, and who received a half grade point for acting on the staff. At the present, however, this work is done by the journalism class as a part of its regular class work. In addition to the work for the Hudson Star Observer, the journalism class has been editing and publishing a semi-monthly paper. In order that each individual might have experience in all the phases of newspaper work, no special positions were assigned to the various members. Instead, they have had a try at everything—-editing, copy-reading, actually writing, etc. There have been two classes in journalism the past year, the present class being composed of Ruth Peterson, Margaret Clair, Edith Williams, Arthur Riedel, Paul Jones, Robert Forsythe, Ellen Williams, Alta Jane Arntson, Mil- dred Birkmose, Lyle Baer, John Ilarlander, Donovan Thompson, Wesley Erick- son, and Harold Moe. STUDENT COUNCIL All School Officers President ............................... Don Thompson Vice President............................. Lucille Beers Secretary ............................... Norma Dedrick Activity Managers......John Samson, Raymond Engstrom The student council of Hudson High School is composed of the all school officers, class officers, representatives of all the school organizations and their advisers. The membership I .a Verne Johnson Helen Sawyer Norma Dedrick Lillian Olson Raymond Engstrom Melvin Hanson Georgia Mae Mennes Fred Kermott Merle Michaelson Wesley Erickson James Gullickson Orlando Holway Donald O’Connell Robert O’Connell Margaret Simonson Mary Cameron Jack Leykom Lucille Beers Mildred Birkmose Esther Michaelson Lorene Wilcox Kenneth Zahler Don Thompson John Samson 44 1937 ANNUAL STAFF Editor-in-Chief............. Assistant Editor............ Business Manager............ Assistant Business Manager Literary Editor.............. Donovan Thompson .. . Margaret Clair .... John Samson ......Dick Batten ,... Leona Rhodey Classes— Senior Section ....................... Mary Susan Hover, John Hughts Junior Section ................................... Raymond Livermore Sophomore Section ......................................... Lyle Baer Freshman Section ...................................... David Petersen Features ..................... Snapshot Editor............... Artist....................... Band and Orchestra............ Glee Clubs and Mixed Chorus Dramatics and Forensics Girls’ Athletics ............. Boys’ Athletics .............. Hi-Y ......................... Typists....................... , . . Lillian Olson, I Iarold Moe ................ Jack Leykom ..........Ea Verne Amundson ......Betty Hannah Arnquist ...........Esther Michaelson . Lucille Beers, Kathleen Day ........... Mildred Birkmose .. . Paul Jones, Arthur Riedel ............. Albert Lyksett 1 lelen Sawyer, Norma Dedrick Adviser—Evelyn Jerdee 45 Upper Picture: John Samson, Raymond Engstrom Rower left: Robert Forsythe; center, La Verne Amundson and Lawrence Matson; right, Richard Brunelle MANAGERS John Samson .......................... Sr. Business Manager Raymond Engstrom ..................... Jr. Business Manager Robert Forsythe ................. “A” Team Athletic Manager Richard Brunelle ................ “B” Team Athletic Manager ha Verne Amundson ........................... Stage Manager Lawrence Matson ............................. Stage Manager Johnny (Sutherland’s Protege) and Ray have looked after the financial end of our extra-curricular activities during the past year. Their job includes adver- tising school functions, selling budget tickets, and ticket sales for all athletic con- tests. It may be a long time before two such “business minded” boys are together in this office. Bob and Dick are custodians of the equipment for the “A” and “B” squads respectively. This is the first year the “B” team has had a separate manager and credit is due Dick for the way he handled the new job. Bob managed to keep the boys in good shape physically for the hard season. The stage managers’ job is a comparatively new one at Hudson, and this year La Verne and Lawrence established a precedent of faithfulness and hard work that coming aspirants may strive for. Improvements in the stage equipment have enlarged upon the stage managers’ duties. The boys in this position have charge of lighting effects at productions, build scenery, keep the stage clean, and in general are the “unsung heroes” of the dramatic department. 46 Frey Ahlgren I yksett Wilcox Frey Who draws everyone to his feet ?....................... The Cheerleaders! Who makes everyone use his esophagus ?..................The Cheerleaders! Who is the backbone of student pep? .................... The Cheerleaders! WHO ARE THE CHEERLEADERS? Albert Lyksett, with two years’ service Lorene Wilcox and Edith Ahlgren, one year’s service Jean and Jeanette Frey, one year’s service WHAT ARE THE FUNCTIONS OF THE CHEERLEADERS? Besides leading organized cheers at athletic contests, they planned pep meetings which were held previous to each game. These pep meetings consisted primarily of yells, speeches bv team members, business men, students, or faculty; band or instrumental music, and assembly singing. One of the big features of this year’s pep meetings was a radio broadcast over station AWOL previous to Hudson’s participation in the District Basketball Tournament. For the 1936 Homecoming game with Colfax, the Cheerleaders, aided by local business men and students, arranged a pep fest at the Dike Front Park with a huge bonfire as the predominating feature. Coach Fladager and Captain “Jack” Zahler gave pep talks; the Hudson school band supplied the music; and a snake dance through the business district climaxed the meeting. The various pep meetings were conducted alternately by the teams of Wilcox and Ahlgren, and the Frey twins with “A. J.” Lyksett holding the posi- tion of master of ceremonies. At major pep meetings the entire squad, coached by Miss Frances Kidd, worked together. Dressed in their new “Midnight Blue” satin jerseys and white slacks, which arrived during the basketball season, the pep teams cut a striking figure on the gym floor. 47 GIRLS' ATHLETICS G. A. C. OFFICERS Lucille Beers ................................ Esther Michaelson ............................ Lorene Wilcox................................. Mildred Birkmose ............................. Georgia Mae Mennes............................ Miss Kidd—Adviser HEADS OF SPORTS .... President Vice President .....Secretary .. . . Treasurer Point Secretary Muriel Askov ............................. Fieldball Lillian Olson ........................... Volleyball Leona Rhodey ............................ Basketball Virginia Bowers ......................... Kittenball GIRLS’ ATHLETIC CLUB To make the meetings more sociable and to increase the membership by making it possible for those who live rather far from school to attend, the G. A. C. has started a plan of meeting which includes competitive games starting at 4 o’clock, a supper at 6 prepared by the girls, and the meeting following. These meetings are held whenever it is deemed necessary. The first two were held on December 15 and February 18 and were carried out in Christ- mas and Valentine motifs respectively. A sleigh ride was planned in January at the time the Red Cross was collecting money to help the people in the Ohio valley, which was ravaged by floods. The members voted to give up the sleigh ride and donate the money to the Red Cross. A total of $3.50 was collected. Another project of the G. A. C. was the tea held October 20 in the school library to which all the girls and teachers in the school were invited. The aims of this tea were to make the girls aware of the G. A. C. and to acquaint them with more of their school mates. Lillian Olson was chairman of the gen- eral committee. Kathleen Day, Mary Susan Iloyer, Esther Michaelson, and Ruby Engdahl headed other committees. The G. A. C. has charge of all girls’ athletics. Each year girls are appointed to take charge of the different sports. The members who take part are given pionts which enable them to earn letters and emblems. Those who make the first team receive 100 points, substitutes, 75 points, and honorable mention, 25 points. When 200 points are earned, one is entitled to the emblem. 650 points are necessary to earn a small gold “H” and 1500 are required for a large felt “H”. The Junior G. A. C. has charge of Junior High and Freshman ath- letics, and members receive points for the sports they participated in. This year, however, no officers were elected and no meetings held. 48 UPPER PICTURE—BASKETBALL Left to right: Margaret Hallenberger, Lillian Olson, Miss Kidd, Virginia Bovvers, Betty Hannah Arnquist, Ellen Williams, Edith Ahlgren, Leona Rhodey, Muriel Askov, June Casaw, Simmie Wiener, Iris Koenig, Adella Behm. LOWER PICTURE- VOLLEY BALL Left to right: Marjorie Suennen, Ruby Engdahl, Ruth Peterson, Mary Susan Hoyer, Alice Pratt, Edith Williams, Marjorie Ruesink, Lois Larson, Mary Jane Dahl, Jean Dorwin, Mary Flattum, Carmelita Hawkins, Marjorie Cleveland, Esther Michaelson, Georgia Mae Mennes, Lorene Wilcox, June Casaw, Muriel Askov, Mary Adams, Helen Engebretson, Georgiann Solsvig, Margaret Hallen- berger, Iris Koenig, Mary Kolashinski, Wilma Swaner, Norma Dedrick, Kathleen Day, Mildred Birkmose. 49 GIRLS' ATHLETICS By trouncing the seniors 17-2 the juniors won the girls’ basketball tournament with four wins and no losses. The seniors, in second place, won three and lost one, while the freshmen and junior high tied for third. Captains of the five teams were as follows: senior, Betty Hannah Arnquist; junior, Lorene Wilcox; sophomore, Alta Jane Arntson; freshman, Solveig Michaelson and Jane Sutherland; junior high, Jean Carlson. The French won the nationality volleyball championship by defeating the East Hudson Norwegians 42-40. Other teams who took part are Germans, Dutch, English, Scotch, Danes, Irish, North Hudson Norwegians, Hudson Prop- er Norwegians, and two Swede teams. Besides these two tournaments there was a fieldball and a class volley- ball tournament. G. A. C. PLAYDAY MAY 15, 1937 General Committee: Mildred Birkmose, chairman, Edith Ahlgren, Betty Hannah Arnquist, Georgia Mae Mennes. Schools represented: St. Croix Falls, River Falls, River Falls Training School, New Richmond, Ellsworth, Hammond, Prescott, Summit, Rice Lake, Eau Claire, Baldwin. WINTER ACTIVITIES IN THE G. A. C. Persons in the picture: Upper picture, Helen Riedel, Verna Mae Jones, Ruth Tappins, Barbara Reiter; Center, Miss Kidd; right, Edna Evenson. Reft to right, in the snow: Isabel Anderson, Esther Solheim, Frances Olson; with skis, Mildred Birkmose, Isabel Anderson, Betty Tursky, Alta Jane Arntson; center, Dolores Anderson; skating, Jean and Jeanette Frey. Lower picture: Lorene Wilcox and Iris Koenig; at the right are Mary Kolashinski, Leona Rhodey, J. Frey, Esther Michaelson, Solveig Michaelson, J. Frey. 50 Winter Activities in the G. A. C. BOYS' ATHLETICS Champions All When during the course of a school year a team in one of the three main sports, baseball, football, or basketball wins a championship, the year may be considered a success from an athletic standpoint. When, however, in one year al! three teams win a championship, we think it worthy of special note. Undoubtedly the boys on these teams had to be champions themselves in order to make such an impressive record. But also the coaches who guide these boys had to have the ability atid technique to instill into their hearts the will to win which results in championships. How Championships Are Decided BASEBALL—Championship determined by winner of tournament held last spring at Hudson. FOOTBALL—Championship decided by highest percentage of games won in competition with Middle Border Conference teams, which include New Richmond, River Falls, Colfax, Ellsworth, Spring Valley and M enomonie. BASKETBALL—Championship decided on same basis as football. The tour- nament competition is entirely independent from the conference rating and is simply a post season affair. MIDDLE BORDER CHAMPIONS 1936 Front row: A. Lyksett, S. Richie, W. Zappa, P. Thompson, J. Hnrlander, W. Bush, D. Lyksett, D. Wilcox Second row: J. Leykom, D. Thompson, II. Moc, L. Johnson, K. Zahler, J. Hughes, A. Steven- son, R. Hanley, P. Jones Third row: R. Colver, R. Batten, C. Quale, L. Simpson, A. Riedel, W. Arnteon, N. Anderson, H. Strom, G. Evenson Fourth row: Coach Anderson, G. Spencer, AI. Hanson, R. Brunelle, G. Penman, R. Engstrom, B. Michaelson, C. Helmick, E. Shea, R. Forsythe, Coach Fladager FOOTBALL The season of 1936 was gratifying because of the marked improve- ment from game to game. Coordination and teamwork are the primary factors in a successful team and these factors were acquired gradually, game by game, until they reach- ed their climax in the River Falls game. The “story book” finish of the Colfax game was probably the highlight of the season and the fellows showed they had what it takes to win that game. The prospects for next year’s team, although not rosy, seem to point to a fairly successful team, barring accidents. —K. K. FLADAGER 53 54 SENIOR LETTERMEN DONOVAN TIIOMPSON—Quarterback- Don was without a doubt one of the finest field generals Hudson has ever had. He called signals with much thought and his effective blocking accounted for many of Hudson’s long runs. Besides proving valuable on offense, he showed himself to be a strong defensive man. LESTER SIM PSON—Guard “Simp” was small and never said much but, oh, how he played! Few gains were made all year through Simp’s position. He was a three-year letterman, and his experience proved an asset to the team. On offense he was quick to swing out of line to lead a play around end. RICHARD BATTEN—Fullback Dick’s line plunges and hard tackling kept the opponents on their heels. Dick was one of our most consistent defensive men. Although he was kept out of several games due to injuries, he gave all he had in those games he played. LA VERNE JOHNSON—Halfback La Verne, a converted end, provided the necessary punch and speed need- ed in the backfield. Once La Verne got past the line of scrimmage and out in the open it was a sure touchdown for Hudson. His passing ability, either throwing or receiving, accounted for several touchdowns during the season. La Verne was with- out a doubt one of the best halfbacks Hudson High has ever had. CAPTAIN KENNETH ZAHLER—End “Zock” provided the pep and vigor the team needed. As Captain he showed good judgment in deciding penalties. “Snagging” passes seemed to be Jack’s favorite pastime. Few yards were ever gained around his end. HAROLD MOE—End This was Bud’s first year as a varsity man and he developed into a fine end. He was one of the scrappiest players on the squad and was a great man to “crash in” and break up the opponent’s interference . Bud was a good pass catcher, a fine runner, and a capable man at covering punts. Although he played good ball all season, his play in the Colfax game was almost that of a college player and will be remembered for a long time. WAYNE ARNTSON—Guard Wayne demonstrated the fact that size isn’t always the main factor in football. Wayne backed up the line and proved himself to be a human “stonewall.” His ability of pulling out of the line and in covering punts even though he was a guard was an advantage to the team. He played every possible minute of the ball game and when the team was in a hole Wayne did more than his part to get them out. HUGH ES—Center Although “Johnny” was not a regular, he proved himself to be a man who could be depended upon. He was small and light, but in spite of this he was seldom “ridden out” of a play. His passing and timing from the center was accurate throughout the season. He had a good head and he used it to an advantage. STROM—Fullback Strom had a lot of fight and drive and could play either half or full. Al- though somewhat handicapped by injuries he played hard football all the time he was in the game. “Odd” was a deadly tackier, a strong blocker, a fair passer, and a hard man to stop once he got the ball tucked under his arm. 55 FOOTBALL GAME SUMMARIES HUDSON 0—WASHINGTON 38 Hudson got off to a bad start by losing their first game to a much superior Washington High, 38-0. With little practice and two regulars out of the game, Hudson made a poor showing but showed promise of improve- ment. HUDSON 12—NEW RICHMOND 0 On October 2, Hudson played their first conference game with the fighting Irish of New Richmond, who had one of the strongest teams in the conference. The Hudson gridders had apparently recovered from their defeat by Washington and surprised many with their fine ball playing. Hudson’s weak points had been ironed out, and a change in lineup made a great differ- ence in the type of ball they played. Although a good share of ground gains were made, the Blue and White took an aerial route to a 12-0 victory with jc hnson and Zalilcr on the receiving ends of the passes. HUDSON 25—SPRING VALLEY 0 Oct. 9 -That the strength of the opponents determines the type of game played was brought (jut in this game with Spring Valley. The Vajley lads were comparatively weak on offense and defense and made few long gains against Hudson’s strong defense. Hudson’s performance was not outstanding, but this may be accounted for by the fact that they were playing a poor team. The game ended 25-0 in Hudson’s favor. HUDSON 37—RIVER FALLS 0 Oct. 16—After defeating Colfax 6-0, River Falls came to Hudson with high hopes of victory. The fact that it was La Verne Johnson’s birthday must have had something to do with the lopsided score, for Johnson accounted for five of the six touchdowns -most of them being made on long spectacular runs. Strom also crossed the line and an extra point by Riedel made the final score 37-0. HUDSON 7 -COLFAX 0 Oct. 23—The Homecoming game with Colfax proved the most ex- c.ting of the season. The much heavier Colfax team provided the toughest com- petition given to Hudson in the conference. The game was hard fought until the final gun, with O’Brien at right half, starring for the visitors. In the last five minutes of play Hudson came through with the winning punch, and John- son went off left tackle for the only touchdown of the game. Helmick booted the extra point and the score remained 7-0, Hudson’s favor. Moe was the outstanding man on the field in defense and he caught a pass from Johnson to put Hudson in scoring position. HUDSON 13—ELLSWORTH 0 Oct. 30—In the last game of the season, Hudson met Ellsworth on their home field. Ellsworth proved too strong in the first half for the Blue and White to score and the half ended 0-0. Hudson came back in the second half, however, with a seventy-four yard touchdown run by Johnson and a pass —Johnson to Zahler, to defeat Ellsworth and clinch the Middle Border Champ- ionship. 56 CAPTAINS FOOTBALL Captain-elect, Jack Leykom With service on two championship teams as a background, Jack un- doubtedly has the experience necessary to lead the 1937 team through another successful season. Jack, who was ‘selected as the “most improved” player in 1935, continued his improvement during the ’36 season. Playing a tackle posi- tion, he will he the mainstay of next year’s line, which promises to be strong in spite of losses by graduation. BASK FTP,ALL Captain-elect, Alton Stevenson At the completion of the successful 1936-37 season, “Steve” was just beginning to hit his stride. In the St. Croix Falls tourney, Stevenson’s work was recognized by honorable mention on the All Tourament team. We hope “Steve” can continue in the stride with which he finished the season. Captain Stevenson and Joseph Young are the only two lettermen who will be eligible for competition after the first semester. BASEBALL Captain, Richard Batten Captain Batten, who was expected to carry the burden of Hudson’s hitting attack, greeted the season with a six-weeks seige of scarlet fever. Dick, however, proved himslf a real captain by unselfishly cheering his mates from his position in quarantine across the street from the ball park. We all sincerely sympathize with Dick, but realize that had he been able he would have led the team ably. 57 BASKETBALL 1936-37 Hudson ... . 25 Johnson High 12 Hudson 18 Durand 27 Hudson A3 Spring Valiev 9 Hudson 30 Colfax 8 Hudson New Richmond 19 Hudson 38 Prescott 17 Hudson 32 River Falls Hudson 28 Prescott 21 Hudson 28 Osceola 20 Hudson 31 Ellsworth 25 Hudson 25 River Falls 23 Hudson 25 Spring Valley 28 Hudson 27 Ellsworth 11 Hudson 22 New Richmond 20 Hudson 30 Osceola 18 Hudson ..... 44 Colfax 23 ST. CROIX FALLS TOURNEY Hudson ()sceola 19 Hudson 19 Spring Valley 17 Hudson 27 Ellsworth 19 EAU CLATRE TOURNEY Hudson Durand 18 RECORDS Conference Record ................... Season Record........................ Won 8 Lost 2 Won 16 Lost 4 58 MIDDLE BORDER CHAMPIONS District Champions Upper Picture: Standing -Coach Fladager, F. Anderson, C. Helmick, R. Engstrom, J. Leykom, H. Moe, E. Sand- berg, J. Harlander, R. Forsythe. Seated A. Steven -on, J. Young, D. Thompson. L. Johnson, A. Riedel, P. Jones, D. Thompson, L. Johnson, A. Riedel, J. Young, A. Stevenson 59 R. Hanley Lower Left: P. Jones, THE SEASON'S STORY Thirty-one boys reported to Coach Fladager at the first practice. Dur- ing the next two days the squad increased to forty, but after a week the squad was cut to thirteen. The squad included the three returning lettermen, Don Thompson, Art Riedel and Captain La Verne Johnson. Alton Stevenson, Paul Jones, Harold Moe, Frederick Anderson, Joseph Young, John Harlander, Raymond Engstrom, Clyde Helmick, Richard Hanley, and Elbert Sandberg complete the squad. HUDSON 25—JOHNSON 12 November 25—Opening the season with their victory over the St. Paul city champs, Johnson High, the Blue and White cagers showed promise of a good team. For early season play, the boys displayed good basketball, defensively as well as offensively. Johnson’s zone defense puzzled Hudson somewhat, but the boys took the lead at the outset and piled it up as the game wore on. HUDSON 18—DURAND 27 November 27—Whether it was a case of too much “Thanksgiving” or just an “off” night is not known, but anyway Hudson fell before the onslaught of Durand on Durand’s exceptionally small floor. After a close first quarter, the Dur- and five got “hot” and ran up a good score, easily defeating Hudson. HUDSON 23—SPRING VALLEY 9 December 4—In the first home game and also the first conference game of the season, Hudson had an easy time with a weak Spring Valley team. Hudson held the Valley quint to one field goal in the first half, which ended 11-2, and in the second half it was somewhat like the first with Hudson having an easy time. HUDSON 30—COLFAX 8 December 11—The game was one in which Hudson found itself. Colfax, missing last year’s men, had a weak team and never were out in front. Like the Spring Valley game, the opponents were held to two points in the first half while Hudson rang up fifteen. The game finished in a whirlwind with Hudson scoring 6 points in the last 45 seconds. Captain Johnson had his eye on the baskets, scoring 18 point� ;. HUDSON 15—NEW RICHMOND 19 December 18—The time had come! The two teams, both of which were undefeated in conference competition at this date, had to clash. The game was fought on the “Irish” floor. New Richmond started the scoring and from then on the lead changed hands many times. The game was close all the way with neither team being able to break through the other’s defense. The half ended in a deadlock 8-8. The outcome was not certain until Erickson’s bucket in the last seconds cinch- ed Ihe game for the Jackson-coached quint. HUDSON 38—PRESCOTT 17 January 8—Hudson got off to a good start in the new year and also in- itiated their new suits in fine fashion. Prescott, minus two regulars, were quite weak on defense and held the lead only once, that being when they made the first basket of the game. Riedel and Thompson accounted for 26 of Hudson’s points. 60 HUDSON 32—RIVER FALLS 22 Jan. 12—River Falls visited Hudson to be defeated in one of the rough- est games of the year. Three River Falls players went out of the game on fouls. Hudson led throughout the contest, but it was far from dull, for River Falls threat- ened the lead several times during the game. The game ended 32 to 22 in Hudscn's l'avor. HUDSON 28—PRESCOTT 21 Jan. 22—Hudson met Prescott on their floor with their two regulars, who had been out of the first game, back in the line-up. Hudson found themselves on the short end of a 16-15 count at half time, but came from behind to win. Johnson, Jones, and Thompson were slightly injured by running into the stage un- der one backboard and the small floor might have accounted for the close score of 28-21. HUDSON 28—OSCEOLA 20 Jan. 26—Osceola brought to Hudson an accurate passing team which was leading in tournament dope. Their fast breaking offense gave Hudson something to work against. Although Osceola played good ball, the Hudson five proved too strong for them and the game ended 28-20, in Hudson’s favor. HUDSON 31—ELLSWORTH 25 Jan. 20-—In the early part of the game Ellsworth’s zone defense held Hudson’s scoring down. The Blue and White, however, started a scoring rampage which kept them in the lead throughout the game, giving them a 31-25 victory. HUDSON 25—RIVER FALLS 23 Feb. 2—Hudson played good ball in the first half of the game at River Falls, running up a lead of 10 points. As the half ended the score stood 17-7. In the second half Hudson went to pieces scoring only one field goal in the 16 minutes of play. In the meantime River Falls whittled the lead down to two points until the final gun ended their rally just short of its mark, giving Hudson another vic- tory, 25-23. HUDSON 25—SPRING VALLEY 28 Feb. 5—It was in this game at Spring Valley that Hudson got their second conference defeat and gave Hudsonites little hope of taking the conference championship. Spring Valley was at the bottom of the conference standings but had improved considerably since the beginning of the season. The first half ended 17-16, Hudson’s favor. The Blue and White started out the second half in good shape, running up six points in rapid succession. From then on, however, the pass- ing and ball handling were poor. This coupled with the “jitters” caused by the en- thusiastic partisan crowd lost the ball game for Hudson, 28-25. HUDSON 27—ELLSWORTH 11 Feb. 9—With a lineup that found Captain Johnson moved from forward to guard, the Hudson quint redeemed themselves for their poor showing against Spring Valley the week before. The game was one of the best Hudson played, both defensively and offensively. Hudson had a 12 6 lead at the intermission and in the third quarter held Ellsworth scoreless; however, the Purple five came back in the fourth quarter to score five points. The game ended 27-11 for Hudson. HUDSON 22—NEW RICHMOND 20 Feb. 18—This game will go down as the best of the season. Like all of the traditional Hudson-New Richmond clashes, it was hard fought and the most hectic game of the year. The gym was filled to capacity with about as many New Richmond rooters as Hudson. The game was close with the biggest margin being five points. The half score ended 15-12 for Hudson. In the closing moments the score was tied at 18 all, but Hudson’s revenge was too strong to be tamed. The boys in Blue and White rang up four points in succession and then held the “Irish” to two points. 61 HUDSON 30—OSCEOLA 18 Feb. 23—In this game, Hudson met the Green and White boys at Osce'- la’s new gym on even terms for the first half, and after that they came into their- own to easily defeat Osceola 30-18. Osceola was minus three regulars who were sic.: with the flu. HUDSON 4+ COLFAX 23 Feb. 26—In the last game of the regular season and parents’ night, the Hudson boys did themselves up in fine style, the game marked the highest score of the season with Hudson being able to make shots from anywhere on the floor. Every man on the squad got into the game and each proved h'msalf as capable as his mate. Due to River Falls’ surprise victory over the New Richmond quintet, Hudson won the Middle Border Conference. St. Croix Tournament HUDSON 21—OSCEOLA 19 March 11—As a result of River Falls being forced out of the tourna- ment because of scarlet fever quarantine, Hudson was shifted into a different bracket and met Osceola instead of Grantsburg in their first .game. The game was close with the lead see-sawing back and forth throughout the game. With but two min- utes left to play it looked safe for Hudson with a 21-14 lead; however, Osceola found their eye and scored 5 points in rapid succession. The game ended 21-19 (Jones and Riedel accounted for 20 of Hudson’s 21 points between them). HUDSON 19—SPRING VALLEY 17 March 12—Spring Valley, the dark horse team of the tournament, came close to upsetting Hudson for the second time in the season. The Valley five seem- ed to have complete control over Hudson all during the game, leading up until the last seconds of play. With the score 17-16 in Spring Valley’s favor and only sec- onds remaining, Stevenson made a long shot to put Hudson in front 18-17. Johnson cinched the game with a gift shot. HUDSON 27—ELLSWORTH 19 March 13—This game proved to be the best of the tourney for Hudson. Although the lineup was altered due to Art Riedel’s injury, Hudson played the best ball of the tournament, exhibiting good shooting, fine ball handling, good defense, and plenty of fight. In spite of a late start, the boys in Blue and White had an easy time with Ellsworth. This victory brought Hudson the first championship since 1932. Johnson and Riedel were chosen on the coaches all-tournament first team, Jones was placed on the second team, and Stevenson was given honorable mention. Eau Claire Tournament HUDSON 13—DURAND 18 March 18—To determine wrhich team would go to the state tourney, Hud- son and Durand clashed at Eau Claire. During the first half, both teams were tense and excited with neither team doing much scoring. The half ended 7-5. Dur- ing the third quarter, Durand made two baskets that put them tu’ in front 11-5, but Hudson came back to bring the score to 11-9. In the final quarler Hudson knotted the score at 13, but Durand pulled ahead to wdn the game 18-13. COACH KENNETH FLADAGER Coach Fladager, who produced three champ- ionship teams this year, was born on an Easter Sunday in Saskatchewan, Canada. His family moved to Billings, Montana, where Coach attended school, participating in football, basketball, and track. At Hamline University in St. Paul, he continued his career, taking part in football and baseball for two years and basketball for four years. Incidentally, a'l four of the basketball teams of which he was a member won the Minnesota state championship, lie also took part in such state track events as high jump, broad jump and javelin throwing for which he holds the Hamline record of 176 feet and 5 inches, lie earned ten letters while at college. In the fall of 1935, Coach Fladager came to Hudson High, where he has in his three years of coaching produced two championship football teams, one championship baseball team, and a championship basketball team. COACH EMIL ANDERSON Coach Anderson had four years as coach of championship basketball teams at Mountain 1 .ake, Min- nesota to his credit before he began his coaching and industrial arts teaching at Hudson. He was born in Hudson, and after attending high school here he entered the Oshkosh State Teach- ers’ College. His college career started in 1926. In 1929 he began coaching and teaching at Mountain Lake, Minnesota. He earned his B. E. Degree in 1934. He came to Hudson in 1933 where he pro- duced two near-championship football teams and the third and fourth year took over the duties of line-coach of the two championhsip teams. 63 Standing: Coach Anderson, A. Ranallo, D. Lyksett, W. Solheim, W. Humphrey, E. Lorn bard, R. Brunelle Seated: N. Olson, S. Richie, W. Erickson, J. Oullickson, P. Thompson Bf TEAM COACII—EMIL ANDERSON TRAINER—“DICK” BRUNELLE Hudson ..................... 1 Hudson...................... 10 Hudson.......................25 Hudson ..................... 11 Hudson...................... 10 Hudson ..................... 10 Hudson ..................... 15 Hudson.......................20 Hudson...................... 12 Hudson ...................... 9 Hudson ..................... 16 Hudson...................... 17 Hudson ..................... 16 Hudson.......................39 Season’s Record Johnson High...................... 16 Spring Valley..................... 22 Colfax ........................... 7 New Richmond ..................... 9 Prescott ......................... 4 River Falls....................... 9 Prescott ......................... 9 Ellsworth ........................ 15 River Falls....................... 15 Spring Valley..................... 12 Ellsworth ........................ 15 New Richmond...................... 15 (Xsceola ......................... 12 Colfax ........................... 10 ......... 11 Wins 3 Losses 64 B TEAM With a record of 11 wins and 3 losses, the B team had another suc- cessful season under Coach Anderson. The lineup usually included Erling Strom and Elbert Sandberg at forwards, Ray Engstrom and Paul Thompson at guards, and Leykorn at center. Helmick, Ranallo, and Holway also saw con- siderable action. The beginning of the year looked rather gloomy to Coach Anderson, but game after game saw an improved Hudson “B” team leave the floor, usually with a victory. ALL-NATIONS' TOURNAMENT-AFRIL 1, 2, 5, 6 AND 7 The All-Nations’ Tournament, an annual event sponsored by the physical education department, was won by the Norwegians this year. The Norwegians had an easy time, defeating the Italians 17-5, the Irish 23-8, and the English in the championship game 25-9. The Norwegians team was com- posed of Donovan Thompson, Kenneth Zahler, Erling Strom, Gordon Evenson, Paul Thompson, Baldwin Olson, and Willis Solheim. The Swedes, who lost their first game to a surprising Yankee team, came back to win the consolation by defeating the French 16-12 and the Italians 20-7. The Swedes challenged the championship Norwegian team, who accept- ed and defeated the Swedes in a close game 17-15. The following nationalities were represented: Norwegians, Swedes, Irish, Germans, Italians, French, English, and Yankees. BASEBALL ”36 Under the direction of Coach Fladager and the able leadership of Cap- tain Bob Cameron, the baseball team of 1936 brought Hudson its first champ- ionship in history. During the regular season the Hudson nine lost only one game, that to the boys from Ellsworth. In the tournament Hudson hit their peak, easily defeating New Rich- mond and River Falls. The following men earned letters: Captain Bob Cameron, Bill Baillon, Carl Hjelseth, Ronald Guith, Dean Lyksett, John Hughes, Don Thompson, Kenneth Zahler, Wavne Arntson, Dick Batten, Alton Stevenson, and William Peterson. Captain-elect Dick Batten, Alton Stevenson and William Peterson will be the only returning lettermen this year. May 5—Hudson 6 River Falls May 8—Hudson 2 Ellsworth 1 May May May 12—Hudson 8 River Falls 15—Hudson Somerset 4 21—Hudson 12 Somerset 10 May 26—Hudson TOURNAMENT 8 May 23- Hudson 15 New Richmond 4 May 23—Hudson 12 River Falls 8 65 AUTOGRAPHS J . f A suxrr-A sb 1$ J uy yCfa- 66 BOOK III Features 07 SENIOR THUMB NAIL SKETCHES RUTH “RUTHIE” LYKSETT Ruthie has been known to other students as the girl with the school girl complexion. As a beauty aid (nothing like the outdoors you know) she walks to and from school at least four times a day. Some call her sophisticated—we wonder? MARY JANE MUCKENHIRN Another lass from North Hudson. She has been Mr. Weatherhead’s typ- ist this year; has taken a commercial course, and may continue this work after grad- uation. CAROLYN RICHIE Unusual as it may seem, history is the main interest with Carolyn. Se- condary (and secondary only) is Stillwater. She dances tirelessly and introduces new steps to H. H. S. students. KATHLEEN RYAN Kathleen has more relatives in school than any other person, and many students have the Ryans all mixed up. Kathleen is the senior. Her sister Patricia is a freshman. Her cousin Patty goes to the Parochial School, and her cousin Cath- erine also is a freshman. Her other cousin is Mildred Wink, also a senior. HELEN SAWYER H. H. S. also has its “Flying fingers of the keyboard,” only Helen’s key- board has numerical and alphabetical letters on it. Typing and shorthand fill up most of her spare time, and she is both the “Times” and annual typist. JOHN “SAMMY” SAMSON John’s worries are Mr. Rock’s worries. For the past two years, Sammy has been tearing his hair with the financial system of H. H. S. This is just his side line as the Chevrolets (now Buicks) draw more attention. Its a good thing he has turned to Buicks for it would look like heck to see Hughes driving around in a tiny, measly Chevrolet. Get it? Protography is his hobby and fills his spare moments. FLETCHER “FLETCH” SEGERSTROM Whenever you see Fletch he’s got that little gurgling laugh for you. Maybe, it’s to work up business as he’s been a taxi driver for all students east of Hudson. His favorite pastime is kidding the girls, and some of them even fall for it. There, there, Fletch. LESTER “SIMP” SIMPSON Simp can tell you more about the U. S. Army than any text book, prof, or reference material. Simp has played football for three years. He’s small but so is a stick of dynamite. Outdoor life appeals to him more than anything else. DONOVAN “DIP” THOMPSON As Editor-in-chief of the annual “Dip” brings it to you as the best since ’29. He has played basketball, baseball, and football for three years and now has earned more letters than any other athlete in school. There isn’t a thing in high school that he hasn’t tried and it’s a treat to see him dressed up in the drum major’s glad rags. KENNETH “ZOCK” ZAHLER “Romeo, where art thou?” Jack, “Here I am,” and he really can hand the girls a line; best of all is that he doesn’t mean a word of it. He has received more nicknames than any other boy in school, ranging from “Scub” to Stub” and “Zingo” to “Zacko”. He’ll be remembered as the captain of the ’36 championship eleven. RUTH “KNUTE” ANDERSON A domestic home loving girl that H. H. S. can be proud of. She has taken cooking and sewing and other courses to make her unique in being a modern house wife. NORMA DEDRICK An apt pianist who has developed into one of Hudson’s speediest typists. She has majored in commercial, and probably will become a “Private Stenog”. ORLAIN OLSON Orlain is our own Eddie Duchin. No one laughs when she sits down to finger the ivories, for she is a real artist. Besides the piano, she plays the clarinet and likes to sing. FERNE TRUHLER Feme is a well-liked girl and a talented one. She wields a merry bow with an art. And besides “fiddling”, she sings. Birds of a feather flock together— in this case it is musical feathers—so do Feme and Orlain. MARGARET “MARG” OLSON Marg is an all-around athlete. In basketball she is a constant scoring threat to her opponent. Her chief interest resides in River Fills. HAROLD “BUD” MOE Bud is a valuable athlete and outside of training seas m he proves himself a no “mean” dancer. He has been the columnist on the spor'; page and has done an excellent job of it, and speaking of wavy hair, he has IT. LUCILLE BEERS Lucille is a girl with so many good qualities it wo rid be hard to name .hem. She is a born leader, having held several offices durii g her school career. She shines in debate and also as a good student. PHYLLIS TURSKY A quiet unassuming girl is Phyllis. She has revealed considerable talent in the line of writing. Perhaps a future writer is among us. SIMMIE WIENER A sense of humor and a friendly attitude makes Simmie a very likeable girl. She is a clever artist in making human figures with a clothespin and a few scraps of material which isn’t as easy as it appears. MERLE GILBERTSON Where Merle is so is a giggle. She is a good nalured lass who has a sense of humor. Stenography is what Merle wishes to contini e when she graduates. GEORGE “PETER” KURRASCH He’s the only senior member of the T. S. gang. lie’s better known as a happy-go-lucky fellow who enjoys attending school parties. In the summer he helps raise pheasants for the state. VERNON “MIKE” MICHAELSON Silence is golden, and Vernon certainly proves this old proverb. Vernon has put most of his time on his studies and has worked very hard. His favorite pas- time is watching his younger brother practice basketball. LILLIAN “LIL” OLSON For the past year Lillian has been the artist fo) the True Blue Times, but she doesn’t want to be characterized only as an artist—y u see she’s going after bigger things. She would rather live in River Falls than Hudson because she is that way about the River Falls boys. BETTY HANNAH “BETTY” ARNQUIST She may some day gain Ted Fio Rioto’s orchestra and show him how to play the flute in modern tempo. She may even show up Lily Pons some day. She has had a steady boy friend for two years, and likes to putter around the house in winter, and rake the lawn in summer. WAYNE “STUB” ARNTSON He acquired the name of “Stubborn Moose” from all his boy admirers. He dislikes girls, takes part in all sports and likes to re id. He especially likes camping and outdoor sports. ADELLA “DELLA” BEHM There is always a noisy bunch and a quiet bunch. Della chooses the lat- ter. She likes outdoors, hiking, swimming, sports, etc. she takes part in girls’ athletics and bats a mean volleyball. MILDRED “MILLY” BIRKMOSE The old left hander. She is interested in sports and takes part in all of them, but her real ambition is to be a mathematics teacher. Her greatest amuse- ment is reading. KATHLEEN “KATY” DAY Here is Hudson’s sophisticated lady. Katy ha;i taken part in almost every speaking organization in school, and her favorite pastime is arguing. She is a neat dresser and likes to wear stylish clothes. ALBERT “A. J.” LYKSETT “And then he was a coach.” A. J.’s greatest ambition is to attend La Crosse State Teacher’s College and to wind up with a coaihing job. He has been a member of the band, but he is better known as an acroba tic cheerleader. DEAN LYKSETT One of Madison’s future athletes. Dean has played football four years at Hudson and was known as one of the hardest driving fullbacks and surest tackles in the conference. He plans on continuing football at Wisconsin—watch for him. MICHAEL “MIKE” RICIIIE Mike gets his daily dozen by walking the long jaunt from North Hudson to school. He makes many acquaintances in. the summer jvhile selling pop corn and many many otherwise. Don’t get his temper up—we an; warning you. WILMA “CHICK” SWANER Another North Hudson representative. Her cheerful and friendly ways make her an ideal friend to everyone. School parties seem to draw much of her at- tention. WILLIAM “BID PETERSON Maybe his nickname should have been “Bit” or “Little Bit.” He is even known as “Penie” to some fellows. Bid’s greatest ambition is to see himself as a s'x footer. His greatest sport is baseball which he has been playing ever since he was able to walk. LEONA “NONIE” RHODEY She has taken over “Liz” Abel’s duties as “Cap” Kidd’s right hand man— or woman. She has acquired a certain technique in getting in well with the “Mr.” part of the faculty. Like her boy friend, she is interested in all sports and attends all athletic contests. MARGARET “MARG” WALLACE When you want “snickers” she has it. When you want “Giggles” she has it, and “giggles” characterize her better than any other thing. Brother Gerald shows the boys how to dance at school parties—and with sister Marg. ELLEN WILLIAMS Her hobby consists of reading all types of literature. Besides this, she likes to collect pictures of famous people. Greater yet is her ambition to become a kindergarten teacher. MILDRED WINK Mildred is one of the “noon gang” that retires to Miss Murphy’s room for dinner. Like her cousin Kathleen, she enjoys declam work, and placed very high in one of the Hi-Y’s amateur programs. Another pastime is attending different theaters. ALVINA LOMBARD One of the gang of annual weiner roasters, who contributes to the good time had at the “Y” each August. A keen sense of humor helps her along. EST1IER MICHAELSON Esther was scheduled to place first in declam for the second consecutive year when she contracted scarlet fever. However, no glory was lost because sister Solveig, a Freshman, came through with the blue ribbon. RICHARD “DICK” BATTEN For four years Dick has represented Burkhardt at high school and served as taxi, taking other Burkhardt students to and from school. Dick has played foot- ball two years and developed into one of Hudson’s pile driving fullbacks. DOROTHY ‘“TOOTS” EVENSON Dorothy, with brother Donald, make up one of the three sets of twins in H. H. S. One of her favorite pastimes is dancing and she does a good job of it. MARY SUSAN “SUIE” HOYER Suie has been out for debate and been on the debate team just as many years as she has been in high school. She makes up the trio of Day, Beers, and Hoyer. You seldom see an honor roll without her name on it. AGNES PI IERNETTON Agnes entered Hudson as a Sophomore from River Falls. As soon after graduation as possible she is “Going West’’ to California. You very seldom see Agnes without her bosom pal, Mary Jane Muckenhirn. MARION CLEVELAND Marion has taken part in all the vocal organizations in school. Her gig- gles have typed her as a friendly sort of girl and she has the cutest pair of dimples in school. She enjoys doing faculty typing. JOHN “RINGER” HUGHES John plays the clarinet like nobody’s business and could give Benny Good- man a run for his money. He has been manager of the band, participates in ath- letics, likes tennis, and drives the students around in the Hudson although “Sammy” says it will soon be a Buick. “Rigoletto” holds no terrors for him, and why should it for he has practiced it ever since he got his clarinet in 1929. LA VERNE “JOHNS” JOHNSON Johns is another fellow who has taken a hand at everything in school, and when he does a thing, he does it right. He has been one of Hudson’s outstand- ing athletes for the past two years. As a half back he rolled up a greater share of this year’s 94 points on the gridiron and as a basketball player, he has been high scorer for the past two seasons. He captained the championship cage team this year. GORDON “GORDY” EVENSON “The world knows nothing of its greatest men” frets Gordy. He is a member of the old first street gang which used to prey on the lads from Buckeye. He took over “Red’s” duties when “Red” went to college and is progressing nicely with his work. LOWELL “GIFF”’ GIFFORD Giff always has a friendly comment to make. He likes humor and cer- tainly gives the boys plenty of it. He’s quite a talker too, and he has been a member of tlie debate squad for four years. “I ain’t got nobody” The T. S. Quintuplets (Toronto’s surprise) Hold everything “Red” Elmo’s a “bell ringer” outside of school hours How’m I doing? Nothing can keep “Andy” down Form even here too Paul? No wonder Samson changed to Buicks. Lucky there were plenty of bystanders Waiting for the boy friends Oh! Captain, our Cap- tain—where is your modesty A jiu jitsu handshake THEATRE DEDICATIONS “The Big House”—Hudson High School “The Thin Man”—Robert Forsythe “After the Thin Man”—Dick Brunelle “Great Guy”—Mr. Rock “Ready, Willing, and Able” — Adella Benm “Happy Go Lucky”—Anna Mae Mc- Dowell “Absolute Quiet”—What Miss Lee would like in the library “Petticoat Fever”—Billy Wright “The Defense Rests”—River Falls bas- ketball game “Twenty Million Sweethearts” — Jack Zahler “The Age of Innocence”—Freshmen “Belle of the Nineties”—Verna Mae Jones “He Went to College”—Dean Lyksett “Bachelor of Arts”—La Verne Amundson “Wicked Woman”—“Babs” Reiter “1 Hate Women”—Wayne Arntson A STORY WITH NAMES A Baer had become a Mcnnes to a little town in the Rock-bound country of Maine. Hoyer up in the hill, Wright at the outskirts of town, he had his den. Not a Day went by but what he came into town. Tursky’s were his favorite and did he Leykom! One Day he Ivurrasched into town. A Young girl saw him as he Cameron the bend in the Rhodey by the Rivard. The Baer Sawyer Dahl, snatched it, and hur- ried on. Suennen he reached the down town district. He stole a Guith, because there were no Tursky’s, took away a Richie boy’s Ball, and threw Ashes at a Workman. Yost then, a man came by with a gun. The Baer was a Zappa for guns not knowing their danger. He grabbed it with the muzzle towards himself and pulled the trigger. Meister Baer had reached the end never to Livermore. The Hurst came and carried him away and the people lived Merrel-y ever after. THE TRUTH OF BUSINESS LETTER WRITING “Now, Miss Longarm,” boomed Jasper M. Jaspers, president of the Jasper, Jasper, Jasper, and Jasper Laundry Company, to his newly-appointed stenographer, “I want you to understand that when I dictate a letter I want it written as dictated, and not the way you think it should be. Understand?” “Yes, sir,” replied Miss Longarm, meekly. “All right. Take a letter.” The next morning I. M. Foamy of the Foamy, Suds, and Foamy Flexible Soap Company received the following letter! “Mr. O. K. or A. J. Something—look it up; Forney, Suds, President of the Foamy, Suds, Foamy Flexible Soap Company, the gyps. Detroit—that’s in Michigan, isn’t it ? ‘Dear Mr. Forney, hmmmm! You’re a bum. No—start over. He’s a crook, but I can’t insult him, or the sap’ll sue me. That last shipment of soap you sent us was of inferior quality,, and I want you to understand—no, scratch that out—I want you to understand—ah, unless you can ship, furnish—furnish us with your reg- ular soap, you needn’t ship us no more period or whatever the grammar is, and please pull down your skirt—what a bum cigar the last guy that was here treated me to. Wait! I’ll have one of my own. Oh, pardon me, and furthermore, where was I? Nice bob you have. Paragraph. The soap you sent us wasn’t fit to wash the dishes —no make that dog, with comma, let alone the laundry semicolon and we’re sending it back period. Yours truly. Read that over. No, never mind. I won’t waste any more time on that egg. I’ll look at the carbon tomorrow. Sign my name. We should go to a movie some night, eh?” “And when you get a job, always do what your boss says,” concluded Mr. Walbrandt in his final lecture on that stenographic technique; “only don’t pay too much attention to details.” “End of the Trail” or “The Road to Glory”-—Seniors “To Mary with Love”—Paul Jones “W'alking on Air”—Frank Bowers “Stage Struck”—Mr. Anderson “Gold Diggers of 1937”—These Fresh- man girls that entered High School —watch out for them boys. “Daniel Boone”—“Bid” Peterson “Romeo and Juliet”—Jean Dorwin and Wallis Solheim “Dimples”—Marion Cleveland “Three Men on a Horse”—Mr. Weaiher- head, Mr. Bargen, and Mr. Wal- brandt “Pepper”—Lois Larson “Go West Young Man”—“Bo” Young “Give Me Your Heart”—Art Riedel “Love on the Run”—Johnson and Arn- quist “Murder with Pictures”—Jack Leykom “Dancing Lady”—Jane Hurst 72 SCHOOL CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 8—Five hundred and seventy-two students enroll in Hudson Public Schools after a dull, strenuous, and uninteresting vaca- tion. 8-18—Football team practices at river flats and ball park in preparation for the big game with Washington High. 18—Football game with Washington High. Was our face red! Drubbed by a score of 38-0. Game was played on Hamline University field. OCTOBER 2—Football game played on New Rich- monds’ newly completed sand-gridiron. Score 13-0. Touchdowns on pass to Zahler and another one by Johnson. 5—Students learn specific facts on fire prevention from Mr. Greswald. 7— Students thrilled by the first edition of the True Blue Times published by the journalism class. 8— —Dr. Jeykll and Mr. Hyde invade H. H. S. at 1:00 P. M. Impersonation by W. G. Bale. A hair raising thriller which the girls liked; they showed their ap- preciation by blood-curdling screams. 9— H. H. S. grid team makes first appear- ance on local field and defeats Spring Valley 25-0. The Washington defeat was steadily wearing off. 15-16—Fellow students finally get a little relaxation. Their faculty motored to Eau Claire for Teachers’ Convention. 17—Just another Saturday but the big game with River Falls. Johnson led his mates to victory with 5 touchdowns to his credit. Score 38-0. Washington de- feat almost worn off. 19—First P. T. A. meeting of the year. Mr. Holt of U. of Wisconsin was the main speaker. 20—The G. A. C. inaugurated their first tea in the high school library. 22— About 8 o’clock in the evening the sky was filled with a red blaze. It was the big bonfire and pep fest at the lake front in preparation for the homecoming with Colfax. 23— The big day finally arrives. So far Hudson is undefeated in conference com- petition and meets Colfax in the after- noon for the biggest game of the year. Score 7-0. Touchdown made by Johnson in last quarter. The weather was mis- erable—first snow and then rain. Old man winter began to creep in. Students celebrate victory at Homecoming dance. All the girls swarmed around tne foot- ball team and danced with them, and after the hard game they had played— it was murder. 30— Hudson defeats Ellsworth 14-0 and re- gains possession of the Middle Border Milk Can. Washington defeat finally worn off. 31— With the football season over, the stu- dents relaxed, danced, played games, and refreshed themselves at the Hal- lowe’en Party. The gym was very beau- tifully decorated in keeping with the occasion. NOVEMBER 5—November started out by a speech on Safety by Mr. Ginn of the Hartford In- demnity and Casualty Co. 10— Betty Amquist and “Bill” Zappa cool- ed their nerves by handling George D. Barrett’s snakes. 11— Armistice Day program presented by American Legion last period of the day. 12— Hi-Y held another successful luncheon. 13— Special Assembly held by Capelli at ten o’clock. The junior Class held the first class party of the year with pleas- ing results. The Journalism Class visit- ed the Minneapolis Star’s “open house” to really see how a paper was published. 17—All members of the senior class don- ned their best “duds” and had their pic- tures taken by the Golling Studios of St. Paul. 18—Miss Jerdee announces annual staff in True Blue Times. Don Thompson, edi- tor, promised a bigger and better annu- al. Do you agree with him? Look it over well. 20—Musical 24—“Mignonette” receives a four-star rat- ing from the audience. This three-act play was presented instead of the usual three one-act plays. 26— The students h ve also been plugging hard and in return get a Thanksgiving vacation and turkey. 27— After defeating Johnson High on the 25th the H. H. S. cagers go down before the Durand Sharpshooters by a score of 27-18. 73 DECEMBER 4—Geraldine Westaby presented her Euro- pean experiences to students. 4-5—Debaters attend tournament at New Richmond. 11— Cagers go to Colfax and defeat them 30-8. Phil Hellweg’s Chevrolet gets stuck—just another one on Samson. 12— The Christmas spirit begins to touch the hearts of inmates of H. H. S. and they attend the Christmas party. Santa Claus (and Dick Brunelle) give out the presents. 15—One party wasn’t enough for the girls so they held the G. A. C. Christmas party. Lots to eat, lots of noise, and lots of fun. The French took the girls’ nationality volleyball tournament. 17— Musical 18— Well, the Irish and Hudson clashed again wi h Hudson coming out on the short end of a 19-15 score. 19— With sad tears in their eyes, the stu- dents put awav their books for a two week Christmas vacation. JANUARY 4—With the sad tears replaced by tears of joy, the students entered school again. 8—Prescott came to Hudson to be defeated by a 38-17 score. The debaters attended a tournament at North High in St. Paul. 11— Stillwater High presented their annual exchange assembly program to the stu- dent body. At the annual football ban- quet, Jack Leykom was named the 1937 captain and La Verne Johnson as the most improved player this year. 12— Hudson again met River Falls in bas- ketball. Manion’s boys get a 32-20 lick- ing. 14—Davies Light Opera presented an as- sembly program the last period of the day. Students wish an assembly pro- gram would end every day’s work. 16—The Seniors held the second class party of the year, only not as success- ful as that of the Juniors. 18—Rev. Roy Olson spoke on youth and crime to students and also to P. T. A. 21— Mr. Rock fooled the students by hav- ing examinations in the regular class periods instead of taking two days off. 22— Students rejoice at closing of first semester. 23— Students make merry over their flunks at the annual semester party. 25— New semester opens. 26— Hudson takes on a new opponent, Osceola, and comes out on top 28-20. Hope all these victories keep up. 27— Lecture by Mr. Rock. In other words, if the shoe fits, put it on. 29—Mr. Rock calls for contributions for flood relief. G. A. C. votes to donate money for flood relief, thereby giving up sleigh ride. St. Patrick’s and Paro- chial schools come over here as visitors. Pep assembly held for Ellsworth gams. FEBRUARY I— Students start out a new month by registering for various speaking con- tests. 5—It finally came! By a surprise victory Spring Valley became the talk of the conference. Hudson 25, Spring Valley 28. II— The Hi-Y again scores a hit. They produce their minstrel show, “Land O’ Cotton” in which Frank Bowers proves himself a “hoofer”. 12— Miss Selle and students present Lin- coln program. 13— Sophomores hold their class party. 18—New Richmond puts on a double at- traction. They present their exchange assembly and introduce choric readings to H. H. S. students. Better yet, we defeated them 22-20. Yes, Hudson fin- ally broke the long lasting Jinx with them. 22—Public speaking class puts on Wash- ington program under the direction of Mr. Weatherhaad. 25— Some Hudson students take time out from their studies and present Hudson’s exchange to Stillwater and New Rich- mond. 26— Hudson winds up a successful basket- ball season by defeating Colfax 44-23. River Falls defeats New Richmond to give Hudson the championship. MARCH 3—Students see movies on conservation. 5—Miss Selle’s English class give one act play to assembly. 6—Freshmen stage their party. 11—Basketball tournament. Hudson has to play Osceola because River Falls is quarantined. Hudson 21-19—Just one! 74 12— We are still at the tournament. Hud- son defeats Spring Valley 19-17 in sec- ond round of play and now has the right to meet Ellsworth in the finals—second one. Art Riedel gets appendicitis at- tack during game. 13— Basketball team comes back to Hud- son to rest. Art Riedel lies quietly on his back in the St. Croix Falls hospital and is unable to play in the champion- ship game. Hudson beats Ellsworth 27-19 for championship. 19—By winning the St. Croix tourney, Hudson gets the right to play Durand in the regional game at Eau Claire. Durand wins 18-13 and goes to Madison to compete in the state toumev. Grade operetta “Pinocchio” presented. 21— First day of Spring. The weatherman must have been wrong as we had two snow storms before spring finally came. 22— Students are relieved of hard work in school by a week of spring vacation. 29—After a week of good old-fashioned winter, the students are glad to get back into the old warm school house; of course after school begins again, the weather warms up. APRIL 1-2-5-6-7—The favored Swedes are downed by the Yankees in the nationality tour- naments, and the Norwegians go through the tournament with three wins to take the championship. The Swedes then challenge the Norwegians, but the “Norsk” again come out on top. After a month of preparation the Declama- tory contest is held on the first and second. 8— Extemporaneous Reading contest held. 9— Harold Hunter’s Orchestra plays for the Spring party. Extemporaneous speaking contest held in auditorium with part of the public speaking class taking part. Mr. Rock speaks to seniors on preparation for graduation, and seniors get measured for caps and gowns which they will wear on graduation. 13—The International quartet presents their assembly program at 2:55 P. M. to the students. 19—All baseball candidates report to Coach Fladager for first drill. 23—Musical 29-30—About half of the students of H. H. S. journey to River Falls to take part in the annual music contest. MAY 7—The class of ’38 puts on the Junior Prom in the gym. 10—The Hi-Y holds their second annual all-school activity banquet in the gym. Basketball letters, nationality tourna- ment medals, and other awards and medals are presented to the students. 12-—This marks the end of assemblies for the year ’36-’37. The Hanscom players entertained the students. 28—After a hard grind, the seniors wind up their high school career by taking their last examinations. From this date on, they are all preparing for the big moment. 30— The first step to graduation—Bacca- laureate. Dip’s pop preaches sermon. 31— The juniors and seniors annual clash comes again. It’s an old custom to see if the seniors really are better than the juniors. Last year, the junior class (this year’s seniors) won the class day exercises. JUNE 1— Under the direction of Mr. Weather- head, the senior class presents their an- nual play to the public. 2- 3—Freshmen, sophomores, and Juniors end one more year of school by taking their last semester examinations. They may be hap{ y, but the poor seniors are almost weeping—with joy. 4—Commencement. Once more the month of June rolls around, bringing with it high hopes and fond goodbyes. Their close associations of the past four years have to be broken as graduates go their ways. Thoughts of leaving the old school bring a feeling of regret that the four carefree years have passed so swiftly. ✓ 75 THEY LEAVE Ruth Anderson gives Edna Evenson the ambition to visit the library every night. Wayne Arntson’s nickname, “Stubborn Moose”, is destined for E’.mo Shea, our Clark Gable. Dorothy Evenson gives her eccentric laugh to Warren Bush. It is our opinion he doesn’t need it. Mary Susan Iloyer hopes some junior girl will get Red’s little brother, Ray. John Hughes leaves his book, “How to Drive a Car in Ten Easy Lessons” to Bud Kermott and Frank Bowers. Ha Verne Johnson leaves his basketball ability to someone who needs it—Elbert Sandberg. George Kurrasch wants Zappa to take care of Bill Campbell next year, or maybe it should l e vice versa. Albert Lyksett wants brother “Clark” to get out and lead those yells. Dean Lyksett wants Donald Martin to acquire his quiet and sentimental ways. Ruth Lyksett gives her ‘‘diet and calorie” chart to Dick Brunelle. Vernon Michaelson announces his intentions of opening a “charm school.” Margaret Olson gives “PeeWee” all her basketball ability—maybe he could use some of her height? Orlain Olson, I’ll will niy piano talent to anybody that wants it but try and get Smitty if you dare. William Peterson gives “Bud” Olson his ability as a great orator. Don’t tell us you haven’t heard Bid orate. Agnes Phernetton gives some hitch-hiking advice to anyone who would care to ‘ thumb” down to California to visit her. Michael Richie gives his swell tan to our tow headed basketball flash, Joe Young. John Samson wants “that’s a goodern” and “it’s a stinker” incorporated into the English language. Fletcher Segerstrom transfers his taxi license to “Bob” Jacobs providing ‘'Bob” cuts down his speeding. Mildred Wink gives her compact to our flame girl, Carol Dahl. Kenneth Zahler gives his “Dating Ability” to Antony Dogestino. “Tony” is another “Freshie” who needs a little encouragement. Lillian Olson hopes some senior will get scarlet fever next year—revenge maybe. 76 You can meet us any noon hour at Oscar’s Shorts seem to be pop- ular on this page You can’t be mistaken, can you Dick? Smilin’ Sam the Stan- dard Service man— Ford again What, no lecture? It must have been before Bud’s class We think this was taken in Birkmose Park — with no girls it’s unusual, or is it? Winter mermaids Teacher a-la-summer A Hi-Y convention shot — Leykom was taking the picture Vital Statistics BIRTHS Caps and gowns to seniors. Bigger and better annual. Championships galore. New hairdresses for Jane, Carol and Verna Mae. MARRIAGES La Verne to Betty—1941. Dorothea to “Farce” or “Judge” (It’s a tossup). 'Miss Katherine Mierswa to Mr. Bert Lyngaas, June 26, no foolin’ about this. DIVORCES Hudson High School from social hours. DEATHS Flagfight—dead and buried. Etiquette—at least it’s quite dormant. Wrigley’s—murdered by ............. CONTAGIOUS DISEASES Spring-fever—numbers unlimited. Twin city trips during school hours to get prom dresses, etc. WEATHER FORECASTS Fair and Warmer—Verna Mae Jones Blustery—Helen Engebretson Humid and Sultry—“A. J.” Lyksett Cloudy—Warren Bush Dry and Windy—Frank Bowers Foggy—Buddy Kermott (the morning after) Continued Cold—Jane Hurst ? ? ? ? Rising Temperature—After first date, Paul Thompson No Change in Conditions—Raymond Engstrom Thunder Showers—Anna Mae McDowell Stormy—“Fritz” Anderson Classified Ads WANTED A history class where the teacher lets the students slumber peacefully—if one is found, call Sandy’s Tavern—Pd. ad, Billy Zappa. History questions that will “stump” Al- ton Broten—Submit to Mr. Weatherhead. A trailer to haul extra passengers to out of town games—Miss Hughes. Someone to continue social hours at reg- ular intervals—H. H. S. Students. Less homework and more leisure hours —H. H. S. Students. A full set of excuses for being tardy and absent—Alice Pratt and “Bid” Peter- son. WANTED TO BORROW A V-8 or a “5 spot” by any high school boy who has a date. Whatever any student happens to for- get when he goes to classes. Good-looking H. H. S. girls. Submit sam- ples—Call 000-J, River Falls. FOR SALE Second-hand checkered top coat. Cheap. —Call in office. Frank Bowers. Will sell to highest bid- der—Call Jane Trollen. Little Mary Jane Sat by the lane Eating her curds and whey; Alone came Hughsey And also Paul Jonesy Well, anyway, three’s a crowd. Couldn’t it be possible for: Iris Koenig to get to school on time Kathleen Ryan to learn how to use the library ? Merle Michaelson not to argue with Mr. Weatherhead? Lois Larson to stop talking about Ells- worth ? Jack and Georgia Mae to break up? Mr. Rock to go. one year without a “keep off the grass” and “paper in the halls” lecture ? The journalism class to be less noisy and more studious? Orlando Holway to clean out his desk ? Mary Rivard to forget about the boys? 78 LETTERS AND AWARDS FOOTBALL Norman Anderson Wayne Arntson Richard Hat ten Richard Hanley John Hughes La Verne Johnson Paul Jones Jack Leykom Harold Moe Chester Quale Arthur Riedel Lester Simpson George Spencer Alton Stevenson Henry Strom Jack Zahler Donovan Thompson Clyde I lelmick DEBATE 1 .ucille Beers La Verne Johnson John Samson Robert Forsythe Lowell Gifford Edith Ahlgren Helen Engebretson Holly Merrell EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING Lucille Beers I .a Verne Johnson I le'en Engebretson BASKETBALL La Verne Johnson Arthur Riedel Paul Jones Harold Moe Alton Stevenson Joe Young BASEBALL Robert Cameron William Baillion Carl Hjelseth Ronald Guith Dean Lyksett John Plughes Don Thompson Jack Zahler Wayne Arntson Dick Batten Alton Stevenson William Peterson DECLAMATORY Humorous First—Orlando Holway Second—Esther Solheim Third—James Gullickson Dramatic First—Solveig Michaelson Second—Margaret Clair Third—Edith Ahlgren EXTEMPORA N EOUS READING Merle Michaelson Dorothea Lyksett Helen Engebretson 7lJ 'J