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

Text from Pages 1 - 84 of the 1938 volume:

8x Libris Published by the Students of the Hudson High School HUDSON, WIS. t V I a a i I JV W foreword To present a cross section of the school life at Hudson High as alive, as per- sonal, and as interesting as the students and faculty it portrays. Dedications Whose ideas, time and inspiration have contributed so much to the publica- tion of this 1938 yearbook, we, the staff, wish to dedicate the finished product to 5 MISS EVELYN JERDEE cAutographs 6 7 Co-ZditcAA Margaret Clair Arthur Riedel feuAuteAL Manaxf i Paul Jones 8 CrduKiSid P. Rack Superintendent Hudson Public Schools 1923-1938 (v HE faculty of any educational institution plays a very vital part in the moulding of the character of a student. They are one of the strongest forces in in the formation of school life of a student. To the new student, the fac- ulty stands as an inspiring symbol—a symbol of fair play and aspiration. To the student about to graduate, the faculty has become the object of lasting friendship, inseparably a part of the school, and a final judge of achievement. 9 m DAVE DAHL Instrumental Music Marching Band RUTH HATHAWAY Domestic Science FRANCES KIDD Physical Education G. A. C. EDNA PHILLIPS Algebra, Business Practice, Bookkeeping KATIIRYN GUNDERSON Departmental English HENRY BARGEN Science Boxing KENNETH FLADAGER Departmental History Athletics JENNY LEE Librarian EDITH HANSON Vocal Music HAROLD WALBRANDT Commercial Junior High Basketball ANN MURPHY Geography ETHEL MATHEWS Social Science RUTH JONES Biology, Speech, Declamatory MELITTA KING Foreign Languages HELEN HUGHES Mathematics Debate HELEN SELLE English I and II Dramatics EMIL ANDERSON Manual Training Athletics H A ROLL) W EAT 11ERHEAD History Dramatics EVELYNJERDEE English III and IV True Blue Annual ELIZABETH PETERSON Nurse Representative Senior JOHN LEYKOM H E primary objective of the school is to train young men and women to become good citizens. A good citizen is one who has developed to the best of his ability the qualities of schol- arship, achievement in activities, loyalty to his friends and insti- tutions of which he is a part, and a good degree of leadership as evidenced by constructive thinking, and ability to get others to work with him. The purpose in selecting a representative senior is to emphasize these qualities as best exemplified, by a senior boy or girl, in the estimation of the faculty. John Leykom has been selected for this honor. John has been a high ranking student. By referring to his activity re- cord it is apparent that he has been very active. No one has shown more leadership and loyalty to all concerned. John has been a good wholesome boy, a true friend, and a gentleman at all times. All admire and respect him for his achievements and personal qualities. 12 MARY ADAMS G. A. C. 1. 2, 3. 4. DELORES ANDERSON Glee Club 1. 2. 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Mignonette 3: G. A. C. 1, 2. 3, 4; Operetta 2; Girls’ Sextette 3: Girls’ Quaitet 3; Mixed Ensemble 3. NORMAN ANDERSON Hi-Y 3. 4; Boxing 4; Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr. High Athletics. MURIEL ASKOV Mixed Chorus 2, 3. 4; Playground Duty 4; B Glee Club 1; A Glee Club 2, 3. 4; G. A. C. 2, 3, 4: Deciam. 1, 2, 3. WARREN RUSH One Act Play 4; Hi-Y 4; Football 2. 3. 4; Band 3. 4; Boys’ Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Debate 1, 2, 3, 4; Jr. High Athletics. JUNE CAS AW G. A. C. 2, 3. 4; Glee Club 1, 2; Christmas Play 4. EDITH AIILGREN Debate 1, 2. 3, 4: G. A. C. 1, 2. 3, 4; Officer 4; One Act Play 2; All School Play 3; Student Council 3. 4; Declam. 1, 2. 3; True Blue S’taff 4; Cheer Deader 3, 4. FRED ANDERSON Baseball 4; B Basketball 3; Jr. High Athletics. ROBERT ANDERSON Orchestra 1, 2. 3. 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Glee Club 2; Debate 1; Violin Solo 3. 4: Brass Sextette 3, 4; String Quartet 2; Christmas Play 2; Dance Orchestra 2, 3. VIRGINIA BOWERS Mixed Chorus 3, 4; A Glee Club 4; B Glee Club; B Band 1; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3. 4; Head of Sport 3. 4. ELIZABETH CAMERON G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4. MARGARET CLAIR B Glee Club 1; Debate 1; Jr. G. A. C. Officer; Class Officer 1; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1; Declam. 2, 3; Extemporaneous Reading 2; One Act Play 2; Annual Ass’t. Editor 3; Edi- tor 4; Playground 3. JEAN CLAPP Mixed Chorus 1; Girls’ Glee Club 1; Deciam. 1. DONALD COWLES Debate 4; Extemporaneous Speaking 4; Christmas Play 4; Band 1, 2, 3; Class Sec. 3; Basketball 3; Baseball 3; Play 3. JEAN DORWIN B Glee Club 2. 4; A Glee Club 2, 4; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; All School Play 3. HELEN ENGEBRETSON Band 3, 4; B Glee Club 1; A Glee Club 2, 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Debate 1, 2, 3, 4; Declamatory 1, 2, 3, 4; Ex- temporaneous Reading 1, 2, 3; Extem- poraneous Speaking 2, 3, 4; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Officer 4; True Blue Staff 4; S'tudent Council 4; One Act Play 3. ROY COLVER Boys’ Glee Club 1. 2. 3; Mixed Chorus 1. 2. 3; Football 3; B Basketball 2, 3; Operetta 2; Class Pres. 1; Christmas Play 2. 3; Hi-Y 2. 3. MARY JANE DAHL Band 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2; Jazz Orchestra 2, 3. 4; Woodwind Ensemble 2. 3; Jr. G. A C. Officer 1; G. A. C. 1. 2. 3, 4; Sax Quartet 3; Oboe Solo 1: Debate 1; Student Council 1. RUBY ENGDAHL Debate 1. 2; B Glee Club 1; One Act Play 2. 4; Declam. 2. 3; Mixed Chorus 2; All School Play 3; Orchestra 4; Sec. Class 4; Playround 4; G. A. C. 1. 2, 3, 4; True Blue Staff 4; Student Council 4; A Glee Club 2, 4; Sax Quartet 3. RAYMOND ENGSTROM Debate 1; Jr. High Athletics 1; Mixed Lhorus 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Glee Club 2, 3; B Basketball 2; A Basketball 3, 4, Football 3, 4; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Class President 3, 4; S'tudent Council 3, 4; Student Manager 3, 4: Operetta 2; Christmas Play 3. MAE GUGGEMOS G. A. A. 1, 2, 3; Declam. 3; Debate 4; Glee Club 3. ETHELYN HANCOCK B Glee Club 1; A Glee Club 2, 4: Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Girls’ Trio 3; Girls’ Sexetette 4. MARY FLATTUM G. A. C. 1. 2. 3. 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Head of Sport 4. MARGARET HALLENBERGER G. A. C. 1, 2. 3. 4; Glee Club 1. 2; Playground 4: Debate 1. 4. RICHARD HANLEY Football 3. 4; Basketball 3, 4; Jr. High Athletics; Hi-Y. WILFRED HARWELL Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 3; Banc 2, 3. 4; Hi-Y 4. CARMELITA HAWKINS Debate 1, 2; Deciam. 1, 2, 3, 4; G. A. C. 3, 4; One Act Play 2; All School Play 3. MELVIN HANSON Band 1, 2, 3. 4; Orchestra 3, 4; Boys' Glee Club 2, 3: Mixed Chorus 3. 4; Hi Y 3. 4; Debate 1. 2, 3, 4;; Class Officer 3; Debate Club Pres. 4; All School Officer 4; Jazz Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Footba’l 3; Extemporaneous Speak- ing 4; Woodwind Ensemble 3, 4; Clar- inet Quartet 4. CATHERINE HAUKE CLYDE HELMICK B ootball 3. 4; B Basketball 3; Base- ball 3. WILLIAM HUMPHREY Jr. High Athletics; B Basketball 2, 3; Football 4; Boys’ Glee Club 2, 3; Christmas Play 3, 4; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4. PAUL JONES Football 2. 3. 4; A Basketball 3, 4; B Basketball 2; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3. 4;; Brass Quartet 2, 3, 4; Orchestra 1. 2, 3, 4; Trombone Solo 1, 2, 3, 4; String Quartet 2; Boys’ Glee Club 2. 3; Operetta 2; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Student Council 2, 4; Annual Staff 3, 4; Class Officer 2. FRED KERMOTT Debate 1; Cheer Leader 1; Baritone Solo 1, 2. 3. 4; Boys' Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3. 4; One Act Play 1; Hi-Y 2, 3. 4; Play 2, 3, 4; Class Treasurer 3; Student Council 3; Football 2; Jr. High Athletics. MARY KOLASHINSKI Debate 1; B Glee Club 1; G. A. C. 2, 3, 4; G. A. C. Officer 4; Student IRIS KOENIG G. A. C. 1, 2. 3. 4; Debate 1; Declam. 2, 3; True Blue Times 3, 4; Glee Club 1. LOIS LARSON G. A. C. 1. 2. 3. 4; Glee Club 4; Mixed Chorus 4. JACK LEYKOM Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Football 2. 3, 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Vice Pres. 3: Pres. 4; Mixed Ensemble 3; B Basketball 2, 3; Class Pres. 2; True Blue Staff 3. 4; Movie Operator 2; Student Council 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Quartet 4. DAVID LYKSETT Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Footba’.l 3, 4; B Bas- ketball 2. 3. 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3; Boys’ Glee Club 2, 3; Operetta 2; Hi-Y 3, 4; One Act Play 4; Debate 1, 2; Baseball 3, 4. GEORGIA MAE MENNES Debate 1; Jr. G. A. C. Officer 1; B Glee Club 1; A Glee Club 2; Mixec. Chorus 2, 3, 4; G. A. C. Officer 3; Pres. 3; G. A. C. 1, 2. 3, 4; One Act Play 2; Jr. Class Sec.; Christmas Program 3; Mixed Ensemble 3. JANE OLSON G. A. C. 1, 2. 3. 4; Declamatory 4. RUTH PETERSON Debate 1; True Blue Times Staff 4; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; B Glee Club 1, 2; Annual Staff 4. CHESTER QUALE Mixed Chorus 3: Glee Club 3; Football 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 2, 3. 4; Jr. High Athletics; Playground 3. 4. R AY MOND LIVER MORE Debate 1; Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chor- us 3. 4; Glee Club 2, 3; Brass Quartet 2, 3, 4; Brass Sextette 2. 3, 4; Operetta 2; School Play 3; Hi-Y 4; Annual Staff 3. 4; ANNA MAE McDOWELL Band 1, 2, 3, 4; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Declamatory 3; Debate 1; One Act Play 2; True Blue Staff 4; Head of S'port 4; Playground Duty 4. BOYD MICHAELSON Football 3, 4; Christmas Play 4; Jr. High Athletics. RICHARD PENMAN Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Extemporaneous speak- ing 2. ALICE PRATT Debate 1; G. A. C. 3. 4. ALFREDRANALLO Baseball 1, 2. 3, 4; B Basketball 3, 4; Football 2. 4; Christmas Pageant 3; Hi-Y 3, 4; Jr. High. ARTHUR RIEDEL Football 3, 4; Jr. High Athletics 1; Basketball 2, 3. 4; Cla8s Officer 4; All School Pres. 4; Annual Staff 3, 4; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4: One Act Play 2; Operetta 2; Student Council 4; True Blue Times 4. GEORGIANN SOLSVIG G. A. C. 2, 3, 4; Accompanist Girls’ B Glee Club 2; Mixed Chorus 3. 4; Girls’ A Glee Club 4. MARJORIE SUENNEN Class Officer 1; B Glee Club 1; A Glee Club 2, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3. 4; G. A. C. 1, 2. 3. 4; Operetta 2; Band 2. 3; Orchestra 3; All School Play 3; Mixed Ensemble 3. BETTY TURSKY Glee Club 4; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; B Glee Club 2; Extemporaneous Speaking 4. EDITH WILLIAMS Debate 1, 2, 3; Declam. 1. 3; B Glee Club 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 4; G. A. C. i. 2. 3. 4; Head of Sport 3. WILLIAM ZAPPA Band 3, 4; B Glee Club 2; Football 3, B Basketball 4; Jr. High Athletics; H:-Y 3, 4. MARJORY RUESINK Band 1, 2. 3; Debate 2; Extemporan- eous Speaking 2; Declam. 2; B Glee Club 2; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice Presi- dent 4. ALTON STEVENSON Baseball 1, 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Captain 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3: C ass Officer 2; Hi-Y 3. 4; ili-Y Quar- tet 4. ETHEL SWANSON Debate 1; G. A. C. 2, 3, 4. LORENE WILCOX Debate 1, 3; G. A. C. 1, 2, 3, 4; Officer 3; Jr. G. A. C. Officer 1; Mixed Chor- us 3, 4; Head of Sports 4; Declam. 1, 2; Extemporaneous Speaking 3; Student Council 1. 3; Annual S taff 4; True Blue Times 3. 4; Cheer Leader 3, 4; Debate 1, 3; B Glee Club 1; A Glee Club 2. SHIRLEY YOST ELEANOR ZIEHL FREDERICK ANDERSON Football 4; Basketball 3, 4; Base- ball 3. President . . .. Vice President Secretary .... Treasurer Adviser....... CLASS OFFICERS ................... Raymond Engstrom ........................Warren Bush ........................Ruby Engdah! ........................Arthur Riedel ................... Miss Helen Hughes HONOR STUDENTS Edith Ahlgren Muriel Askov Margaret Clair Donald Cowles Ruby Engdahl Helen Engebretson Raymond Engstrom Melvin Hanson Carmelita Hawkins Paul Jones Jack Leykom David Lyksett Anna Mae McDowell Georgia Mae Mennes Arthur Riedel Marjorie Suennen Betty Tursky Lorene Wilcox 18 Senior Qlass SKistory C VERY senior class gropes around for some distinction to set it apart from all others. The class of ’38 has one real distinction: there are sixty-one graduates this year out of a freshmen enrollment of seventy-two. At the first class meeting in 1934 Miss Helen Hughes was chosen class adviser, a position she has held for the past four years. It was mainly through her efforts and guidance that the Junior Prom was so successful. The general committee, composed of Margaret Clair, chairman, David Lyksett, Edith Ahlgren, Marjorie Suennen, and Robert Anderson, decided upon an old-fash- ioned garden theme with a rock wall overhung with green verdure, rose trellises, morning glories and hollyhocks in full bloom. Roy Colver served as freshman class president, Jack Leykom, sopho- more, and Raymond Engstrom, junior and senior. These boys fulfilled theii duties with a conscientiousness and diligence that won them the admiration of their classmates. The present senior class has its representatives in all the branches of extra-curricular activities. In their junior year eight of the boys were lettermen on the football team, and three of them, Paul Jones, Art Riedel, and Alton Stevenson, were on the basketball squad. There were thirteen senior lettermen on the football team, and seven senior boys on the basketball squad. But an interest in sports was not confined entirely to the boys. Eighty-three per cent of the girls in the class belong to G. A. C. In fact, nearly half of the members are seniors. The senior class is also well represented in musical and forensic activ- ities. Forty-five per cent of the class at present belongs to some musical or- ganization, and Edith Ahlgren, Helen Engebretson, and Melvin Hanson have ably represented the class in debate work. The first social engagement of the senior year was a dinner-dance for freshmen held on October 8. This was not only the first entertainment of the year, but the first time many of the freshmen had danced. The commmittee was composed of Georgia Mae Mennes, Helen Engebretson, and Wilfred Har- well. The faculty and all new students in Hudson High were also guests. In return the freshmen entertained the seniors February 26. This party was a great success. All arrived in ribbons, ruffles, play suits, or rompers. Dolls, rattles, and the “Big Apple” ruled the evening, with Mr. Walbrandt do- ing the “Suzy Q”. Clotheslines filled with baby clothes served as decorations. Even a doll buggy brigade was in attendance. Caps and gowns of gray were chosen by the class as the official grad- uating garb, and a program of class talent wras chosen for commencement. Included on the program was an original oration by Edith Ahlgren, an extem- poraneous speech by Melvin Hanson, and a declamation by Carmelita Hawkins; a violin solo by Robert Anderson, a solo by Fred Kermott, a trombone solo by Paul Jones, and a number by a saxaphone quintet composed of Mary Jane Dahl, Ruby Engdahl, Melvin Hanson, Wilfred Harwell, and Anna Mae McDowell. The president’s address was given by Raymond Engstrom. 19 bracking ‘Down the tyoe of youth C7£?ODAY vve are watching the unrest in Europe, fearing the outbreak of war. But few of us realize that right here in the United States there is a war raging against an enemy who has taken just as many lives as any foreign invader could. This enemy is the tubercu’osis germ. Tuberculosis is most likely to infect a person while in childhood. This does not mean, however, that it is mostly children who die of this disease. On the contrary it is mostly grown-ups who die of it. Tuberculosis infection merely means that at some time the germs have gained entrance to your body. The moment entrance is secured a lifelong struggle begins within you. A war is started between the body cells and the invading armies of germs. Us- ually the body cells emerge victorious, having built a protective wall between the germs and the delicate tissues of the body. But the germs are not wiped out; they can never be wiped out. They remain dormant in the body, awaiting a break in the enemy’s blockade so that they may advance. It is the duty of the individual to keep his health so far above par that the body cells will be able to prevent such an attack. The individual may not know, at any time, that such a struggle is taking place. Sometimes he never knows or perhaps he finds out after it is too late. If a person is aware of the presence of such germs in his body, he will be more careful of his physical con- dition than he otherwise would be. Dr. von Pirquet gave us the tuberculin test. This is a simple harm- less test which reveals the fact that tuberculosis germs have invaded the body, if they have at any time done so. A liquid is injected under the skin, and if the area around the injection becomes inflamed and swollen, the reaction is said to be positive. This reveals the presence of tuberculosis germs. If the skin remains normal it is a negative reaction, which means that there has been no infection. If the test is positive, an X-ray should be made. In this way it is possible to determine the exact extent of the injury already done. The germs may have already been curbed, but unless care is taken they may again become active. If the germ is active, immediate action should be taken to combat it. The best method is called the rest cure. This means that the person must re- main directly in bed until someone qualified to do so permits him to get up. The best place to take this rest cure is at a sanatorium where conditions are ideal for dealing with this type of illness. Even after the rest cure is completed, care must be taken to keep the body strong enough to prevent the germs from again getting the upper hand. To do this activity must be limited, and a certain amount of rest must be had daily. The tuberculin test is being taken more and more today than ever be- fore. Some schools and universities give it regularly, and, if the reaction is positive, an effort is made to determine the source of the infection, thus prevent- ing others from becoming infected from this same source. The problem of tracking down tuberculosis is everyone’s problem. Everyone should help, for by lessening the number of people who have active tuberculosis you lessen the chances of your becoming infected. We can all help combat this world-wide menace. An organized fight against tuberculosis is made possible through the sale of Christmas Seals. This fight has proved to be very successful and will continue to be. But It needs the support of each and everyone of us. We are given the opportunity of offering this support by buying the attractive penny Christmas Seals that are offered for sale every year. —FLORENCE JELINEK, English 3B Prize-winning essay in W. A. T. A. contest. 20 Back Row: Elbert Sandberg, Eugene Guggemos, Gordon Penman, George Ruesink, Frank Trudell, Robert Forsythe, Willis Solheim, Richard Brunelle, Elmo Shea, Robert Buttke, Joseph Young, Gordon Marvold. Third Row: Merle Michaelson, Holly Merrell, Bernard Kinney, Paul Thompson, James Gullickson, Marion Nelson, Isabelle Anderson, Elizabeth Falteysek, John Harlander, Orlando Holway, Elbert Bombard, Wesley Erickson. Second Row: Mary Jane Peterson, Ruth Elaine Olson, Edna Evenson, Alta Jane Arntson, Madge Merrell, Sam Richie, Byle Baer, Eloyd Olson, Alton Broten, Florence Brunner, Marion Gilbertson, Carol Dahl, Velma Bartholomew. First Row: Shirley Stauffacher, Jeanne Cunningham, Borghild Hansen, Frances Birkmose, Phyllis Schuster, Helen Chal- berg, Frances Olson, Virginia Hanson, Doris Koehler, Merese Guiswite, Dorothea Lyksett, Florence Richie. CLASS OFFICERS President ...... Vice President . Secretary........ Acting Secretary Treasurer....... Adviser ........ . John Harlander James Gullickson . Esther Solheim M erle Michaelson Wesley Erickson Miss Helen Selle 1939 C7£?HH Junior class, in collaboration with the sophomores, sponsored a dinner and dancing party which has been considered one of the outstanding social successes of the 1937-’38 school year. The party was held in the high school gymnasium on January 7. Members of the two classes planned the party and donated the food for the supper. Ninety-eight students attended. This year’s junior class rings were ordered from the L. G. Balfour Company of Attleboro, Massachusetts. Orlando Holway, Frances Birkmose, and Frances Olson of the class, Miss Selle, cass adviser, and Mr. Rock met with representatives of the company and agreed on the choice and costs of the rings. As this book goes to press, the juniors have still to complete plans for the prom scheduled for May 13. The general committee for the prom is com- posed of Merese Guiswite, Florence Jelinek, Dorothea Lyksett, Frances Olson, James Gullickson, Wesley Erickson, John Harlander, and Merle Michaelson. 21 Qood ®oo c ‘Week ‘Tlays «TOURING the course of this school year, the freshmen and sophomore classes have undertaken various play projects. These plays were given as assem- sembly programs and were directed by Miss Selle. “ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER” Huckleberry Finn ......................................... Vern Thompson Tom Sawyer ............................................... Robert Simonson Meg Joe . Beth Amy David ........ Mr. Peggotty . Clara Peggotty Emily ........ “LITTLE WOMEN” .... Cleo Helium Genevieve Nelson ,.. Betty Penman . . Maxine Shern “DAVID COPPERFIELD” ................................... Roy Johnson ................................ Donald Wilcox .............................. Charlotte Lyksett ........................... Virginia Mae Olson “IT ALMOST DIDN'T HAPPEN” Robert Teasdale ................................... Alice Grayson ..................................... Archie ............................................ Ted ............................................... Miss Grayson...................................... Mr. Grayson........................................ Mrs. Teasdale...................................... Dorwin Lamkins .. Marjorie Lee ... Billy Wright .. Harold Olson ... Elaine T racy . Harvey Hanson . Evelyn Rydeen 22 Hack Row: Lyle Halbcrg, Dorwin Lamkins, Frederick Nagel. Robert Williamson, David Wilcox, Donald Lomnes, Lyle Ash. Dan Lyksctt, Charles Larson, Don Martin, Robert Guith, Donald O’Connell, Erling Strom, Marvin Flattum, Jack Livermore, William Wright. Fourth Row: Irving St. Ores, Harold Olson. Frank Dabruzzi, Baldwin Olson, Mary Cameron, Helen Riedel, Margaret fc'imonson, Elaine Tracy, Elaine Hawkins, Solveig Michaelson, Maxine Bethel, Frederick Schuster, Harvey Hanson. Third Row: Robert O’Connell, Robert Miller, Evelyn Rydeen, Janet Williams, Florence Hagen, Verna Mae Jones, Elizabeth Brunner, Edith Johnson, Elinor Adams, Norval Olson, Lewis Workman, Kenneth Michaelson, Elmer Samson. Second Row: David Petersen, Marjorie Cowles, Ruth Tappins, Lorraine Swanson, Patricia Claire Ryan, Charlotte New- ton, Marian Lombard, Mary Rivard, Catherine Ryan, Helen Sandberg, Ethel Ahlgren, Eleanor Stauffacher. First Row: Charlotte Ball, Marjorie Lee, Jane Sutherland, Janet Tracy, Marjorie Erdman, Ruth Morrel, Jeanette Frey, Jean Frey, Helen Webster, Barbara Reiter, Marguerite Tobin, Ethel Sturz. . CLASS OFFICERS ?(■ President .............................. Marjorie Lee p i j Vice President......................Robert Williamson Xjjj Secretary...............................Maxine Bethel Treasurer...............................Evelyn Rydeen 1940 Adviser...............................Miss Jenny Lee Gv A dinner dance, held on January seventh with the Junior Class, was the outstanding social event of the year for the Sophomore Class. This marked the first time that the Sophomores and Juniors have held such a party. Both classes cooperated in making arrangements and in staging the party with the result that it was one of the most successful events of the school year. In connection with Homecoming, the sophomore class was given the responsibility of arranging and managing a social hour, which was held after the game. The class of 1940 has also had its individual and group successes. The class received a prize for selling the most homecoming tickets and another prize for having the highest percentage of budget tickets purchased. The girls also did their part by winning the fieldball tournament. All in all, this year has been one of many accomplishments and much improvement so far as the Sophomore class is concerned. 23 he feline Night c$£alvk « nvfEOW,” was the plaintive sound that greeted Ju’ie as she entered the kitchen. It was Coal, a half-grown kitten, and the family pet. lie was so called because of his glossy black coat, with only a touch of white at the throat. Had he been equipped with a topper and cane, he would have been a p.rfect gentleman cat. At the moment, however, he was just a very dejected 1 uss. Julie had told him in no uncertain tones that he couldn’t go out that night, for she heard neighborhood complaints of back-fence serenades. “You must go out,” she said, and Coal’s heart rose. ‘“Hut only on the porch,” she added, and his heart went down to despair with a plop. There was no getting around it; she was determined. He sat down, curling his tail daintily, and thought. Then he got his idea. If he could push that box away from his own small door, cut in the larger one, he would he free. He pushed and puffed with all his strength, and freedom was his! He darted out and across to the garage. The gang would be furious. Maybe they had left without him. He was reassured by the sight of a dozen or so cats, fat and thin, young and old, dirty and clean, some sitting, others pacing about impatiently. “Where have you been?” they chorused, “We’ve waited for an hour.” “Oh, I had important business,” he said, letting it go at that. “Well, come on,” said Tabby, the crabbiest old cat of the lot. “We’ve got work to do, first we'll raid the garages; those mice are getting too smart for their own good. Then we’ll have our serenade on Bentley’s fence.” “I like to see old Bentley get up and throw a shoe out the window. He can’t hit us, but he surely tries hard enough,” said Coal chuckling. “Oh Coal,” said Bedelia, “you haven’t met my Cousin Jean from New York.” “I’ve heard so much about you, Mr. Coal,” she said softly. “I’ve heard of you too,” said Coal, “hut don’t call me Mr., just Coal.” He strutted elegantly along. Jean was the prettiest girl-cat he’d ever seen. She had a beautiful gray coat, and the largest, prettiest eyes. It was love at first sight. i , ■ ' That night was one of excitement for him. He caught a mouse and gave it to Jean because she didn’t catch one. Then of course they had then- ringing, and the inevitable shoe came through the window. The biggest event of the whole evening was when Jean promised to keep company with him. When Coal went home that morning, he was walking on air with hap- piness and seif-satisfaction. He slipped in, put the box in place, and lay down to dream of his newly-acquired girl-friend. When Julie woke him to eat break- fast the next morning, she said to herself, “Perhaps I should have let him out last night.” Coal yawned sleepily and thought, “What she doesn’t know won’t hurt her.” —MAXINE SHERN English 1A (The above short story was chosen from several pieces of creative writing (lone by members of the freshman English class as extra credit projects.) 24 Back Row: Thomas Johnston, William Gartman, Edwin Holmick, Harold Jorgenson, Edward Schouviller, Ray Colver, Erling Hje’.seth, Anthony Dagastino, John Frey. Fourth Row: Lee Dooley, Thomas Humphrey, Marion Jennings, Alma Erickson, Marian Bartosh, Ruby Spencer, Vern Thompson, Chester Anderson, Lloyd Fredlund, John Jorgenson. Third Row': John Stayberg, Robert Simonson, Katherine Florence, Betty Penman, Phyllis Olson, Charlotte Lyksett, Pa- tricia Ryan, Virginia Parson, Gertrude Erickson, CharlotteSwanson, John Gilbertson, Frank Koloshinski. Second Row: Donald Wilcox, Wallace Jelinek, Roy Johnson, Germaine Peterson, Loretta Erdman, Caroline Dabruzzi Maxine Shern, Dorothy Gifford, Milton Wicklander, James Williamson, Thomas O’Brien, Reuben Richie. First Row : Evelyn Anderson, Jennebell Houck, Genevieve Nelson, Norma Micklesen, Virginia Mae Olson, Miss Jones Mary Wink, Jean Carlson, Ruth Casaw, Lillian Anderson, Cleo Helium. CLASS OFFICERS President.........................John Gilbertson Vice President........................Lee Dooley Secretary ....................... Norma Micklesen Treasurer .......................... Jean Carlson Adviser ........................ Miss Ruth Jones GLm . ( 1941 £7£?flE first event on the freshman calendar for 1937-’38 was the annual Senior-Freshman party, scheduled for October 8. Instead of the usual dancing party, the senior class first entertained their guests at the Hudson-Spring Valley football game, followed by the supper and dancing at the high school. As it was rather evident that many of the freshmen had not yet ap- plied their versatile talents to the art of dancing, the seniors present undertook teaching them the basic one-two-three steps. On February 26 the freshmen repaid their indebtedness by entertain- ing the senior class at a “Kiddie” party. The dignified seniors were no longer dignified. And so—the two major activities of the school year. What will the sophomore year bring the frosh of '38, the class of 1941 ? 25 c5Autographs 26 tyor cZAvocatioru it Y: Orchestra Personnel Violin Robert Anderson Margaret Simonson Ruth Lee Ruth Tappins Solveig Michaelson Helen Sandberg Lorraine Simonson Bonnie Carlson Viola Chester Anderson Clarinet Melvin Hanson Marjorie Lee WOODWIND Clarinet Evelyn Rydeen Melvin Hanson Merle Michaelson Helen Engebretson Marjorie Lee David Lyksett Orlando Holway Edna Evenson Douglas Meyers Oboe Mary Jane Dahl Flute Patricia Ryan Saxophone Anna Mae McDowell Wilfred Harwell Ruby Engdahl Carol Dahl Mary Jane Dahl Saxophone Carol Dahl Ruby Engdahl Cornet Paul Thompson Trombone Jack Leykom Piano Evelyn Rydeen Percussion Jane Sutherland David Petersen ®and Personnel BRASS Cornet Paul Thompson Raymond Livermore John Ilarlander John Hoyer Barbara Reiter Warren Bush Lyle Ash Chester Anderson Cleo Helium Edward Rock French Horn Margaret Simonson Eleanor Stauffacher Herbert Johnson Baritone Robert Anderson Verna Mae Jones William Wright Sousaphone Holly Merrell Lyle Halberg Lloyd Olson String Bass Merle Michaelson Flute Patricia Ryan Cello Paul Jones Verna Mae Jones John Gilbertson Robert Simonson Oboe Mary Jane Dahl PERCUSSION Tympani David Petersen Snare Drums Elbert Sandberg Jane Sutherland William Zappa Marjorie Ruesink Wesley Erickson James Gullickson Bass Drum Frank Trudell Trombone Paul Jones Jack Leykom John Stayberg John Gilbertson Marion Gilbertson 28 ENGAGEMENTS OF MARCHING BAND Roberts .................................July 5 Hudson on to Lexington...................July 22 Lexington ......................... September 2 Stillwater Lumberjacks ......... September 23 River Falls American Legion Parade .... October 3 Director.................. David Dahl Drum Major—1938 ...... Robert Forsythe 29 cTtfCr. Uavid 'Dahl ’’DERHAPS you have wondered how Mr. Dahl suc- ceeds in keeping the instrumental organizations of Hudson High School well balanced even though their ranks are thinned by graduation. It is not a story of musicians being suddenly “found”, hut one of perseverence and hard work. Mr. Dahl is constantly taking students from the grade school and giving them a trial on a musical instrument. If the student shows some ability and has a will to work, he continues to receive a private lesson each week. Mr. Dahl usually averages 70 lessons a week. Let us trace a young musician through his development. First he learns the fundamentals of tone, tonguing, fingering, and reading. After he has mastered these to a fair degree, he is allowed to enter the junior band. This band practices numbers that correspond with their ability. Finally, as his skill increases, he becomes a member of the senior band. If he enters this band, in a great majority of cases he has accomplished something because the standard of music expected from the band is constantly rising even though many mem- bers do graduate. But, as Mr. Dahl says, “Ninety percent of musical talent consists of a will to work.” Both band and orchestra members are developed in this way. You may better appreciate the fact that the band’s standard has risen by comparing it with the band of ten years ago. That band, Mr. Dahl’s first in Hudson, was composed of fifteen inexperienced musicians. The music that they labored over for their first contest can easily be played by the present jun- ior band. At present the senior band is composed of forty-five members and practices every Monday and Tuesday morning. In commenting on the average chance of a musician to enter the sen- ior band, Mr. Dahl said, “The chances haw increased over ten years ago but our qualifications are much higher.” (fJtlusic fflinics On December 27, 1937, a Works Progress Administration band from the Twin Cities came to Hudson for the first music clinic of the year. The high school band and the visiting band sat together and worked on contest num- bers under the direction of Mr. Dahl and Frank Kvorick, director of the W. P. A. hand. Mr. Becker, who is the state director of music in Minnesota, accompanied the visiting band to Hudson and commented on the great progress of music during the past few years. The Minnesota Bandmaster’s Association, sponsor of the National Music Clinic, invites outstanding musical organizations to their clinic each year. Hudson’s band and mixed chorus received an invitation this year so on February 26, the organizations went to the University of Minnesota, where they were led by Carleton L. Stewart, director of music at Mason City, Iowa, and Max Krone from Northwestern University. Some of the members were fortunate enough to hear the rehearsal of the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra under its director, Dimitri Mitropoulos. 30 River tyalls e YCusic festival Cj UDSON High’s musical departments gained fourteen first ratings and eight second ratings in the annual music festival held at River Falls on May 6 and 7. Contestants and organizations were rated on the A, B, C, basis. This year's contest, which was under the supervision of the state and sponsored by the Lion's Club of River Falls, was judged by Carl Thompson of Bemidji, Donald Boyd of Eau Claire, and Orin Henning of Minneapolis. Mel- vin Hanson, Jane Hurst, and the band were selected by the judges to represent Hudson in the concert given on Saturday night. The band marching contest scheduled for 3:45 p. m. on Saturday, May 7, was postponed to Wednesday, May 18 because of rain and cold weather. Event Contestant Rating Tenor solo Paul Thompson A Cornet solo John Hoyer B Clarinet solo Evelyn Rydeen A Clarinet solo Merle Michaelson B T rombone solo Paul Jones A Piano solo Nathan Wiener B Soprano solo Jane Hurst A Soprano solo Mary Jane Peterson B Trio Jane Hurst, Dolores Anderson, Verna Mae Jones A Mixed Ensemble Mary Jane Peterson, Elaine Tracy, Marjorie Suennen, Marjorie Lee, Carol Dahl, Jane Sutherland, Paul Jones, Paul Thompson, Merle Michaelson, Ray Engstrom A Tuba solo Holly Merrell B Saxophone solo Melvin Hanson A Baritone solo Robert Anderson B Girls’ Glee Club A A Capella Chorus A Brass Sexette Margaret Simonson, Paul Jones, Holly Merrell, Robert Anderson, Raymond Livermore, Paul Orchestra Thompson A Playing A Sight Reading Band B Playing A Sight Reading A 31 Small Organizations CLARINET QUARTET Marjorie Lee Merle Michaelson Melvin Hanson Evelyn Rvdeen This organization is composed of active members of the senior band. It has appeared before assemblies and participated in the music contest. GIRLS’ SEXTETTE Marjorie Lee Barbara Reiter Ethelyn Hancock Elaine Tracy Patricia Ryan Georgia Mae Mennes The girls’ sextettes were organized last fall to give smaller groups experience in appearing in public and to supplement the training received in the larger vocal organizations. The practicing has been done by the girls themselves without any faculty supervision. Both sextettes have sung at various informal gatherings in the community during the year and took part in the Evolution of Music program presented in January. Paul Thompson Alton Stevenson HI-Y QUARTETTE Paul Jones Jack Leykom During the past year the Hi-Y quartette has performed on numerous occasions. The quartette, which is under the direction of Miss Planson, has sung at many of the church organizations and meetings, at P. T. A. meetings, school programs, conferences and banquets, and last but not least, at their own Hi-Y program, “The Hi-Y Version of the Gay Nineties.” BRASS CHOIR Margaret Simonson Paul Jones Holly Merrell Robert Anderson Raymond Livermore Paul Thompson A brass choir was again organized this spring for the purpose of giv- ing the members individual training and a chance to appear in public. It held its practises every Thursday at 1:10 and performed at the annual Music Concert. GIRLS’ SEXTETTE Dolores Anderson Catherine Ryan Carol Dahl Verna Mae Jones Jane Sutherland Marjorie Suennen 32 UMa ce Up Larger Ones Public School (fMusic in SJPudson CIEW people realize the wonderful opportunities the Hudson Public Schools offer in the line of vocal music. Miss Hanson, instructor of public school mu- sic in Hudson, has done a great deal in developing an interest in music in our school. In the first grade the child is first taught to sing by rote. Also in the first grade the music student is taught the first essentials of correct breathing, pos- ture, and the necessity of smooth tones. Rhythmic discrimination is a fundamental element in ail music, so for this reason a first grade rhythm band is organized. Special attention is given in ear training to help develop the child’s ability to recognize and sing familiar songs with neutral syllables. After the class has had exper- ience with rote singing and rhythmic development, chil- dren are taught to lore and appreciate worthwhile music. In the second grade the rhythm work is continued without a rhythm band. Part of the class will sing a song and the others will make appropriate movements. At other times all clap the time while singing, learning to deter- mine the type of measure. An entirely new type of work begins in this grade with the presentation of notation. By the end of the year the class should have learned how quarter notes, half notes, and whole notes look and should be able to sing the tonic chord. The third and fourth grade students are given additional training in rote singing, the songs being longer and of a higher artistic value. In the course of the year the pupils are expected to derelop considerable skill in reading music notation. They also learn the various notes, how to find “do”, and the use of the G cleff and the pitch names of lines and spaces. Rhythm work is still en- joyed as much as ever, and by this time the children are able to hear various things in music and to respond to quick, low, soft, or loud tones. In the fourth grade the children’s reading ability is such that they can manage material that has high musical value. By this time they are able to write melodies on the staff, either of their own creation or that of the teacher. The fifth and sixth grade students are given an opportunity to listen to really beautiful music over the NBC radio station when they hear Damrosch’s symphony orchestra. In the fifth grade students become acquainted with two- part singing. By the time they reach the sixth grade they have come to a point where they can read fairly difficult music in any key. They know the common rhythmic figures and understand the sound and appearance of the minor mode. They are now able to distinguish between poor musical conceptions or poorly performed music concerts. A Junior Chorus is organized for the fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students to give them additional training and to prepare them for future musical organizations. In the departmental the boys and girls are divided. The seventh grade girls spend most of their time in actual singing, ear-training, and note reading. The seventh grade boys have a short course on the history of music along with their singing class. The eighth grade boys and girls both have a course in ele- mentary music in which they learn harmony, the theory of music, history of music, and part singing. In high school formal music classes are discontinued but more oppor- tunities are offered for those who are musically inclined. The students may join boys’ or girls’ glee club or mixed chorus. These organizations spend consider- able time on correct breathing, posture, interpretation of musical numbers and learning various songs to sing in public. In this way they are given a chance of having the opportunity and experience of appearing in public, of increasing their appreciation for good music, and of broadening their cultural development. 34 c ftiXed Qhorus Top Row: Paul Thompson, Donald Lomnes, E'mer Samson, Irving St. Ores, Frank Trudell, David Wilcox, Raymond Engstrom, Willis Solheim, Melvin Hanson, Robert Forsythe, Jack Leykom, David Lyksett. Raymond Livermore, Fred Kermott, Paul Jones, Lloyd Olson. Fourth Row: Lyle Halberg, David Petersen, Elbert Sandberg, John Harlander, Alton Stevenson, Orlando Hoi way. Merle Michaelson, Warren Bush, Arthur Olson, Kenneth MichaeLson. Third Row: Barbara Reiter, Mary Flattum, Edith Johnson, Edith Williams, Jean Dorwin. Jane Sutherland, Marjorie Lee, Muriel Askov, Frances Olson, Velma Bartholomew, Lorene Wilcox, Dolores Anderson, Helen Engbretson. Second Row: Ruth Tappins, Catherine Ryan, Gcorgiann Solsvig, Borghild Hanson, Edna Evcnson, Marian Lombard, Verna Mae Jones, Carol Dahl, Helen Webster. Marian Gilbertson, Mary Jane Peterson, Marjorie Suennen. First Row: Frances Birkmose, Elaine Tracy, Ethelyn Hancock, Evelyn Rydeen, Georgia Mae Mennes. Lois Larson, Vir- ginia Bowers, Isabelle Anderson, Solveig Michaelson. Miss Edith Hanson Director Mary Jane Peterson ............... Accompanist Georgiann Solsvig ................ Accompanist C7£?UE mixed chorus has undergone a complete reorganization this year. It was originally intended to discontinue both the hoys' and girls' glee clubs, thereby allowing more time and attention to he given to the single organization. I lowever, it was soon discovered that there were many girls who wanted to sing but who did not belong to the mixed chorus, so a new girls' glee club was formed which meets every Monday night after school. The boys' glee club has been completely discontinued. Under the direction of Miss Hanson, the mixed chorus has performed at the Christmas program, the Christmas party, the Music Clinic at the Univer- sity of Minnesota, the spring concert, the Music Festival at St. Olaf College, Northfield, Minnesota, and the Music Contest at River Falls. Their contest number this year is ‘‘All In the April Evening by Hugh S. Roberton. The girls’ glee club will sing Dream Seller by Lee and Dream, Baby Dream by Fletcher. 35 c(5he VHativity ca GAINST the calm starry Judean sky a white robed angel stands in reverent silence. A figure ap- pears, a man with a bag of grain upon his back. As he makes his way across the stage, the messenger of God speaks, asking his destination and telling of the tiny King who lies in swaddling clothes in a manger not far away. But the worldly, selfish man can not see his way clear to parting with the rewards of his toil, not even to the Son of God. Neither will the second figure—a man of wealth with his gold—nor the third a white-gowned miss with garlands of flowers— part with their worldly possessions. And then a lad appears, a pensive youth who walks in reverence toward the celestial angels. He bears a living lamb in his arms, a symbol of life, purity, and helplessness. He alone of the group is willing to give his lamb to the Christ Child. Then the scene changes. All the glory of the heavens seems to surround the sacred Grib where lies the infant Christ Child. There worship the three Kings, the three Wise Men, with their handsome gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh; there kneel the sheperds in humble adoration. Then imbued by the spirit of the nativity, the tiller of the soil, the gatherer of gold, the garlanded girl, and the lamb-bearing youth enter to lay their gifts at the manger altar. At frequent intervals throughout the pageant a vestal choir bursts forth in the music of the Nativity .... “Praise God, the Lord, Ye Sons of Men.” (Christmas Pageanp 36 (Christmas] Qoncerp Carol of the Snow............................................. Belgian Noel Sing Noel ................................................... Belgiian Noel He Shall Feed His Flock (from Messiah) ............................... Handel Junior Chorus (Fifth and Sixth Grades) Suite ................................................................. Haydn Orchestra Praise God, The Lord, Ye Sons of Men ................................... Bach Hermann Lullaby on Christmas Eve........................................ Christiansen From Heaven Above .............................................. Christiansen I Hear Along Our Street ........................................... Mackinnon Mixed Chorus Beautiful Yuletide ............................................. Christiansen Combined Choruses and Orchestra Miniature Symphony No. 2 ............................................ Johnson Orchestra Qhriftmas Tageanh “THE NATIVITY” The Angel ............................................. Solveig Michaelson Man with Grain ............................................. Lyle Baer Man with Gold ........................................... Donald Cowles Girl with Flowers ........................................ Patsy Brooker Boy with Lamb ............................................... Louis Almen Mary .................................................. Dorothea Lyksett Joseph .................................................. Harvey Hanson Angels ...... Helen Engebretson, Edna Evenson, Lorene Wilcox, Helen Web- ster, Edith Johnson, June Casaw Shepherds .......... Clyde Helmick, Anthony Dagastino, William Plumphrey, Boyd Michaelson Wise Men...................James Gullickson, Dorwin Lamkins, William Wright Musical Background by the Mixed Choir Stage Assistants ............................ Frank Trudell, David Wilcox Music ........................................... Miss Hanson, Mr. Dahl Pageant ................................................ Mr. Weatherhead Costumes...................................................... Miss Jerdee 37 he Evolution of dMusic x. A pageant depicting the evolution of music from primitive to modern times was presented by the high school music department on Friday, January 14, under the direction of Miss Hanson and Mr. Dahl. We saw primitive man, (portrayed by Alfred Ranallo), discover rhythm through defiant war - songs, wailing death chants, wistful love songs. We saw the ancient Chinese in their cere- monial processions and heard their odd scales and wierd, fantastic melodies. We traversed a long road from savage rites, by way of pagan ceremony, to church ritual and caught a glimpse of monks chanting the “Hymn to St. John the Baptist” and the “Crusader’s Hymn.” As on a magic carpet, we were transferred through a period of trouba- dours and minnesingers to the Musical Renaissance of the seventeenth century and there we looked in on a presenta- tion of Gluck’s opera “Alceste” given by the members of two sextettes. We next flashed over the period in musical history known as the Clas- sical Period of the eighteenth century. The first part of the century is known as the age of Bach and Handel, the se- cond as that of Haydn and Mozart. We saw Bach become famous as a composer and organist, and heard Nathan Wiener play organ solos of Cargo from “Xer- xes” by Handel and Serenade from “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik” by Mozart. During the latter part of the century we watched Haydn compose such mag- nificent symphonies that to this day he is known as “the father of the sym- phony”, and we watched Mozart set standards which later inspired Beetho- ven to attain great heights in the field of composition. Representative of his works we find “Moonlight Sonata” as a piano solo by Evelyn Rydeen. Then we left the Classical Period and plunged into the Romantic Period of the eighteenth century—Schubert, Brahms, Strauss, Schumann, Mendel- Script . , Read by Directed by Costuming Dance Number Staging ...... sohn, Chopin, Wagner. Their music, through song, legend, opera, oratorio, and great symphony orchestras revealed the warm feeling of the human heart. Nationalism reached a climax in the mu- sical dramas of Richard Wagner, whom we saw revive through music the Teu- tonic legends of gods and men. As be- ing typical of this period, we listened to the orchestra play “Am Meer” by Schubert, and Ballet Music from “Rosa- munde” by Schubert; heard Jane Hurst sing “Cradle Song” by Brahms; and watched Lorene Wilcox, Iris Koenig, James Gullickson, and Norman Ander- son dance the Blue Danube Waltz by Strauss. Then at long last we found our- selves in America and heard the melo- dies of Stephen Foster as sung by the Hi-Y quartet, and the songs of the cow- boys, the lumber jack, and the sailor develop into a folk music typically American. We skipped again to Eur- ope and passed through the period of the Scandinavian Grieg, the Russian Tschaikowsky, and the French Debussy and Ravel. Back to America we made the ac- quaintance of MacDowell and Thurlow Lieurance, and were introduced to jazz by Paul Whiteman, George Gershwin, and De Rose. And with this glance at life and music we came to the end of a journey which should have opened our ears to music. Summing up the story of Music we find these lines by Henry van Dyke: “Great Nature bad a million words, In tongues of trees and songs of birds, But none to breathe the heart of man, Till Music filled the pipes o’Pan.” Mary Jane Dahl, Margaret Clair, Paul Jones, Arthur Riedel ......................... Edith Ahlgren, Robert Forsythe ....................... Miss Edith Hanson, Mr. Dave Dahl .... Miss Evelyn Jerdee ..... Miss Frances Kidd Mr. Harold Weatherhead EM,usic through the cAges 38 rDeciam Qlub C ARLY in November those students interested in declamatory organized as a club and laid plans for weekly meetings. Under this plan one hour a week was devoted to the study of selecting, cutting, preparing and presenting decla- mations. Selections were chosen by the individual students and all coaching was done by members of the club, supervised by Miss Jones. All members of the declam club took part in the school elimination contest on March 24, and the winners represented Hudson at Ellsworth on April 8. The winners of the local contest were as follows: Dramatic First place winner Florence Jelinek Second place winner Solveig Michaelson Humorous First place winner Helen Riedel Second place winner Carmelita Hawkins Third place winner Robert Simonson “Court of Public Opinion” (an original selection) “King Lear’s Daughters” “In a Sleeping Car” “Widow’s Mites” “Archie Masters Diving” MEMBERS OF DECLAM CLUB Helen Engebretson Donald Lomnes Carmelita Hawkins Solveig Michaelson Cleo Helium Norma Micklesen Orlando Holway Helen Riedel Florence Jelinek David Wilcox Fred Kermott William Wright EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING AND READING The school extemporaneous speaking contest was held March 31. Melvin Hanson, Edith Ahlgren, Robert Forsythe, and Merle Michaelson took part in the practice contests at Eau Claire on April 2, and in the district contest April 8. Hudson was represented in the district reading contest by Dorothea Lyksett. MISS JONES Miss Jones has taught speech and expression as a class this year. She has organized and coached declam as a club, and has directed several exchange assembly programs. Probably her most outstanding presentation was the 1 li-Y annual program, “Hi-Y Version of the Gay Ninties.” MISS SELLE Miss Selle’s major dramatic presentation was “The Valiant”, the tragedy presented by Hudson in the Tri-School Entertainment. She also had several book reviews and skits as assemblies and has helped in plans for the patriotic programs. MR. WEATHERHEAD The senior class play has always been Mr. Weatherhead’s annual tri- umph. He not only coaches the actual play, but designs and supervises the con- struction of the “props”. This year he had charge of the Christmas pageant and aided in presenting patriotic programs. The stage managers are “Pop’s Protegees”. 39 he Ualianh By Holworthy Hall and Robert Middleman CHARACTERS Warden Holt ..................................... Father Doly ..................................... James Dyke ...................................... Dan ............................................. J osephine Paris ................................ Presented in Tri School Entertainment February 28 at New Richmond March 3 at Hudson March 7 at River Falls ... Warren Bush Merle Michaelson .. David Lyksett .... Lloyd Olson .. Ruby Engdahl James Dyke, young prisoner doomed to die for the murder of another man, refuses to make known his identity. He gives no apparent reason for his great secrecy, but upon denying recognition of his younger sister, one is led to believe he is shielding his family. Declining every chance to make a complete confession, Dyke, rather than to disclose his name in doing so, marches slowly into the death chamber, chanting, “'‘The Valiant never taste of death—but once.” 40 Stage ( Managers FRANK TRUDELL DAVID WILCOX These two lads are responsible for the sound and lighting effects of our dramatic presentations. You’ve probably been hailed by them while thev are busy painting bricks, stone walls, and beauti- ful sunsets. Frank is a veteran and leaves this year, but David will continue to furnish scenery for next year’s productions. We think both of these boys have become fine artists, electricians and noise-producers and deserve credit for their action behind scenes. SESQU1-CENTENXIAL ANNIVERSARY OR 'ERVANCE THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION FEBRUARY 22, 1938 Frank Traded David Wilcox Opening Overture— M.dley of Patriotic Airs ........ High School Orchestra Minuet ..................................................... Kindergarten Selections—“Here Comes the Band”, “Three Cheers for Washington” ......................................... First Grade Rhythm Band Songs—“The Flag”, ' G-orge Washington” ... Second and Third Grade Pupils Short Play—“George Washington’s Fortune” .................. Grade Pupils Address—‘National Defense” ....................... Major Harry A. Austin Selection—“Stars and Stripes Forever” ............. High School Orchestra Short Play—“Signing the Constitution” ............. High School Students Dedication of the Constitution Shrine ................... Robert Forsythe Discussing the Constitution .............. Ruby Engdahl, Dorwin Lamkins Selection—“Hope March” ............................ High School Orchestra Pantomines—“The Spirit of Several Amendments” .... High School Students Songs representative of each section of United States— The East: “Sidewalks of New York” ......................... Hi-Y Quartet The South: “Carry Me Back to Old Virginny” ........... Hi-Y Quartet and Jane Hurst The Far West: “Rollin’ Plains” .......................... Melvin Hanson The Middle West: “On Wisconsin” .................... Hi-Y Quartet, Jane Hurst, Audience Mass Singing—“On Wisconsin”, “Star-Spangled Banner” ............... Audience COMMITTEE IN CHARGE OF PROGRAM: Mr. Weatherhead, chairman, Miss Mathews, Miss Murphy, Miss Hanson, Miss Champion, and Miss Gilbert. Miss Hathaway and Miss Jerdee assisted in costuming. 41 ucWe (rResolve ...” SUMMARY OF DERATE SEASON UDSON debaters liacl a very successful and profitable season with seven- ty-two students taking debate either as a subject or as an extra-curricular activity. The debaters were given the opportunity of participating in seven tournaments. A practice tournament held at River Falls on November 20 enabled the debaters to get an earner start in meeting opponents from other schools than in previous years. In this tournament a new system of point judging was in- augurated—five points means an excellent rating; four, very good; three, above average; two, average, and one, below average. This system was used exten- sively throughout the year. The St. Patrick’s Tournament at Eau Claire on December 8 was sim- ilar to the one at River Falls. No champion was chosen in either of these two tournaments, but the debaters were criticised bv the debate coaches. At the Extemporaneous Tournament held in New Richmond on De- cember 3 and 4, Hudson was represented by Edith Ahlgren, Melvin Hanson, Merle Michaeison, and Bob Forsythe. All four of these debaters entered the quarter-finals; two, the semi-finals; and one, the finals. Hudson’s record of having a representative on the all-tournament team every year was kept intact when both Melvin Hanson and Bob Forsythe were given that honor. HUDSON’S OWN TOURNAMENT The local debate tournament, held on Saturday, January 15, was very successful with seventeen schools participating from Minnesota and Wisconsin. This was the first tournament of its kind held in Hudson for five years. Eau Claire and Hudson tied for high honors in the tournament with both schools winning all six of their debates and amassing a total twenty-five points. As a reward the four representatives of each of these two schools were given suitable but inexpensive pins. The Wisconsin towns represented were Hammond, New Richmond, River Falls, Baldwin, Glenwood City, Menomonie, Amery, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Mellon, and St. Patricks’ of Eau Claire. The Minnesota Schools who accepted the invitation were Stillwater, White Bear, North High and Roosevelt High of Minneapolis, Cretin, and Minnehaha Academy. HELEN HUGHES Debate Coach It has been primarily through the efforts of Miss Helen Hughes that the Hudson debaters have really begun to “go” places. During the past five years, since Miss Hughes became debate coach at Hudson High, the average number of debaters has increased from twelve or fiften a year to over sixty. This has no doubt been a result of the steadily increas- ing number of tournaments, as well as the expert guidance of Miss Hughes. Although Hudson has reached the finals at the Chippewa Falls Tour- nament three times during the past five years, Miss Hughes has yet to hear her protegees speak their way into first place. However, Miss Hughes does not carry on all her debate work in the capacity of a professional. This year alone she has personally driven over eight hundred miles in order that her debaters might participate in eight tournaments. It has been due to ber untiring effort that Hudson has been aide to keep pace with such larger schools as Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire. So we say “hats off” to Miss Helen Hughes for the time, energy, and thought she has given to making Hudson come to the front in forensic work. 42 Left to right: Merle Micha lson, Edith Ahlgren, Lyle Raer Holly Morrell. Me'.vin Hanson, Helen Enge- bretson, Robert Forsythe, Warren Bush. CHIPPEWA DIVISION DEBATE TOURNAMENT 5 HE Hudson debaters climaxed a successful debate season by capturing third place at the Division Debate Tournament at Chippewa balls on February 18 and 19. There are only three divisions in the state, yet Hudson is ranked as having one of the nine best high school debate teams in Wisconsin. Twenty-seven schools participated in the tournament. The affirmative team from Hudson was upheld by Merle Michaelson, Melvin Hanson, and Holly Merrell. The negative team was composed of Edith Ahlgren, Bob Forsythe, and Lyle Baer. Two speaker teams were used in this tournament in contrast to the three speaker type of previous years. During the tournament Hudson met and defeated Boyceville, Glen- wood City, Hayward, Park Falls, Augusta, Baldwin, and River Falls before bowing to Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire in the finals. By winning third place Hudson maintained the enviable record of hav- ing reached the semi-finals every year since the tournament was inaugurated five years ago. Only Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, and Hudson have managed to attain this record. Hudson has entered the finals three times, which is more than any other school except Eau Claire. THE FRESHMAN-SOPHOMORE DEBATE TOURNAMENT A tournament especially for sophomores and freshmen was held at Eau Claire on Saturday, January 22. Hudson’s underclassmen ranked third with only Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire scoring a better percentage. Ethel Ahl- gren also received the honor of meriting a place on the all-tournament team. The local debaters participated in the tournament at Roosevelt High, Minneapolis, on Friday, February 4. Hudson won four out of six debates, three times from Roosevelt High and once from Hopkins. They lost only to White Bear and Minnehaha Academy. After placing third at the Chippewa Falls District Debate Tourna- ment, Hudson topped off the season by winning first in the North Central Wis- consin Debate Tournament at Amery on Saturday, February 26. In winning, Hudson defeated every school entered in the. tournament. The participants were from Baldwin, Clear Lake, Amery, New Richmond, and Hudson. Only those debaters who had not spoken as members of a team at Chippewa Falls were eligible for this tournament. 43 Upper picture: Hi-Y Luncheon Lower picture: Hi-Y Orchestra Hl-Y OFFICERS Jack Leykom .................................. President Paul Jones .............................. Vice-President David Lyksett ...................... Secretary-Treasurer Mr. Rock . 1937-38 HI-Y MEMBERSHIP ... Adviser David Petersen Robert O’Connell Paul Jones Warren Bush Wilfred Harwell Fred Kermott Robert Buttke Merle Michaelson Jack Leykom Frank Dabruzzi Irving St. Ores David Lyksett Dan Lyksett Frederick Anderson Chester Quale Don Cowles William Wright Alfred Ranallo Fred Nagel Harold Olson Sam Richie Gordon Penman Frank Bowers Art Riedel Elmer Samson Richard Brunelle George Ruesink Ray Livermore Ray Engstrom Elmo Shea Clarence Noreen Wesley Erickson Alton Stevenson Clyde Helmick Robert Forsythe Paul Thompson Don Lomnes Richard Hanley Joseph Young Willis Solheim Melvin Hanson William Zappa David Wilcox John Harlander lames Gullickson Dorwin Lamkins Orlando Holway Richard Penman Norman Anderson William Humphrey M y Activities Luncheons.......September 22, November 18, January 13 Evening Meetings .... October 12, December 9, January 27 Initiation ................................... October 29 Older Boys’ Conference................ November 26 and 27 “Version of the Nineties” ................... February 10 Banquet and C. S. Lamb....................... February 24 Hi-Y Party ..................................... March 26 All School Banquet ............................... May 16 “HI-Y VERSION OF THE NINETIES” C lO LLOWTNG the tradition of previous rears, the Hi-Y presented their an- nual entertainment in the high school auditorium on the evening of Febru- ary 10, with Robert Forsythe as Master of Ceremonies. This year’s program was based on the theme of “The Hi-Y Version of the Nineties.” The main event of the evening was an old-fashioned one act melo- drama, “She Ain’t Done Right By Nell,” in which both men and women parts were played by Hi-Y hoys. The play centered around Little Nell, who lived with her grandmother. Granny Perkins. Unknown to Nell, she had no claim to the Perkins name and when she repulsed Hilton Hays, the villain, he threat- ened to reveal the facts about Nell’s birth. In order to escape the shame and misery, Nell plannedto escape but changed her mind when the law caught up with Hays, identifying him as a criminal wanted on an embezzlement charge. A fitting climax was provided with Nell’s identity as Mr. Carleton’s grand-daugh- ter and her long awaited marriage to the hero, Jack Logan. Harmonica Shea, alias Elmo Shea, introduced the program with two harmonica solos, James Gullickson gave his interpretation of a sleep-walking tap dancer, the Hi-Y quartette and the Hi-Y orchestra sang and played several “gay ninety” numbers. Miss Jones directed the evening’s performance. The cast for the play was as follows: Nell Perkins ... Granny Perkins Laura Wilkins . Vera Carleton .. Burkett Carleton Plilton Hays ... Jack Logan .... .. James Gullickson ..... Fred Kermott .. Orlando Hoi way ... Wesley Erickson Raymond Livermore ......... Paul Jones ..... Robert Buttke 45 Older ‘Soys’ (Conferences FORSYTHE ELECTED '38 PRESIDENT N Friday and Saturday, November 26 and 27, the Hudson Hi-Y was host to over 130 Hi-Y boys and leaders who represented several northwest schools in the annual Older Boys’ Conference. Besides being host, Hudson had the honor of having next year’s pres- ident chosen from its group. Robert Forsythe will head next year’s convention, with Dean Panthon of St. Paul Central serving as vice president and Robert Johnson, a student from Marshall High, Minneapolis, Robert Forsythe as secretary. C. S. I amb, field secretary for the Y. M. C. A., directed the two day session. Delegates were sent by the following schools: St. Paul, Minneapolis, Willmar, Stillwater, Red Wing, North St. Paul, White Bear, Chaska, Rice Lake, Eau Claire, and Hudson. The official Hudson delegates were Jack Leykom, Art Riedel, Paul Jones, David Lyksett, Raymond Engstrom, and Robert For- sythe. Registration took place on Friday morning; in the afternoon the boys traveled by car to Bayport, where they visited the Minnesota State Prison and discussed various phases of the prison with G. D. Smith, Superintendent of Schools. The groups returned to Pludson and assembled in the auditorium where the various discussion groups were explained and assigned. The high light of the first day was a splendid banquet served in the high school gymnasium with the Reverend Leslie Skerry Olsen as toastmaster. Doctor H. Coffman, of George Williams College, gave an inspiring address on “The World Today.” George Gallos, Macalester College student who has just returned from a year’s study in China and Japan, gave an enlight- ning talk on conditions in the Orient. The Hudson Hi-Y Quartette sang two songs and the evening was “topped off” with a hearty song fest led by C. Stanley I amb. The song “Alouette” seemed to reign supreme among the Hi-Y boys. Friday night the boys and leaders were housed in various Hudson homes. The Saturday program was opened by a devotional service, prepared and led by the Eau Claire Hi-Y, and followed by the business meeting. Group discussions continued until noon. Following lunch, election of officers took place and reports on the various discussion groups were heard. Dr. Coffman gave the final address “The World Tomorrow” and the conference closed with all boys joining hands, forming a Fellowship Circle, and singing a parting song. 46 HE 1937-’38 student council has worked more effectively than any in the past years. Probably one reason for this is that at the beginning of the year a regular meeting date was set for the second Tuesday of every month. The council decided to have four parties: Hallowe’en, Christmas, Scm- ster, and Spring. Homecoming was set for November 5, the last football game of the year with New Richmond. On November 12 and 13, President Art Riedel, Merle Michaelson, and Miss Jerdee represented Hudson at the Northwest Federation of Student Councils Convention held at Stillwater. Hudson is a member of this federation. At this convention various phases of student council work were discussed by the student delegates and many useful suggestions were given. The convention was carried on and presided over entirely by students. One of the greatest undertakings of the council was the adoption of honor study halls. On the average, 140 students were granted honor privileges each six weeks period and at the time of this writing the study halls seem to he working quite effectively. Another very favorable change was the elimination of the various bells at noon, giving way to the one-bell dismissal. A committee investigated the possibility of reorganizing and drew up a constitution which was passed on by the student council and the student body. The constitution set up a definite membership, established a number of standing committees, define duties of officers, and selected a regular meeting date. Committees which functioned throughout tht year are: Orchestra Committee Jack Leykom Jane Hurst Ruby Engdahl David Dahl—Adviser Reorganisation Merle Michaelson Donald Cowles Edith Ahlgren Paul Jones Frances Birkmose Study Hall Melvin Hanson Raymond Engstrom Marjorie Suennen Mr. Bargen Miss Mathews President I ’resident Secretary . Adviser 47 QirW cAthledcs G. A. C. OFFICERS President ............ Georgia Mae Mennes Vice President ........... Marjory Ruesink Secretary ............� .. Mary Kolashinski Treasurer .............. Helen Engebretson Point Secretary .................... Edith Ahlgren tV EAR’S ACTIVITIES .... The G. A. C. y began its activities of the year with a steak fry at the Sanatorium Point on October 5 at 5 :30 P. M. Both old and prospective members were invited to attend, but only twenty mem- bers participated in the outing, and were ac- companied by Miss Kidd and Miss Selle. As part of the initiation for new members, each girl was asked to dress for the Homecoming football game on November 5, wearing all outer clothing backwards, and each shoe of a different kind. Those who neglect- ed to do this but who still wished to join were forced to roll potatoes up the Fourth Street entrance to the high school with their noses. The initiation was completed on November 9 in the high school gymnasium, and was followed by a light lunch of sandwiches, cookies, and cdcoa. During the year three noon luncheons were served by the cooking classes, on October 21, Jan- uary 13, and March 17. As a special project during the basketball season, the G. A. C. sold approximately two gross pencils with the basketball schedule printed on them. Helen Engebretson, treasurer of the G. A. C. had charge of the pencil sales, which netted approximately $7.00. G. A. C. AWARDS .... It has been the custom of the Senior G. A. C. to award gold “H’s” to the senior girls who have belonged to the club and who have participated in sufficient athletic projects to total 750 points. Those seniors who are eligible for gold “H’s” this year are as follows: Muriel Askov, Virginia Bowers, Margaret Clair, Ruby Engdahl, Helen Engebretson, Margaret Hallenberger, Iris Koe- nig, Mary Kolashinski, Anna Mae McDowell, Georgia Mae Mennes, Ruth Peterson, Marjory Ruesink, and Edith Williams. Special honors go to Ixirene Wilcox and Edith Ahlgren for having earned enough points to receive a large felt “H.” Lorene had earned her necessary 2000 points during her junior year, an achievement only equaled during the past few years by Elizabeth Abel of the class of 1936. 48 HEADS OF SPORTS Fieldball .................................. Mary Flattum Basketball........................ Lorene Wilcox Volleyball ................Anna Mae McDowell Kittenball .................... Virginia Bowers (fD ASKETBALL . . . The girls of the grad- uating senior class have contended for the basketball championship for three years and have been victorious twice in their high school career. In 1936 they entered the finals only to be defeated by the seniors to the tune of 20-14. But in ’37 and ’38 they brought honors to the senior class by winning all their games, although this year the freshmen were forced to forfeit to the seniors because they were lacking in players. The seniors also de- feated the juniors and sophomores this year, 34-4 and 20-12, respectively. It is under the title of juniors that they are listed below. The two previous years the present seniors defeated the other classes by the following scores: and Q. SK. Q. Juniors Juniors Juniors Juniors 1937 CHAMPS (30) Sophomores (20) (32) Freshmen (11) (17) Seniors (2) (52) Jr. High ( 2) 1938 CHAMPS Seniors ( 2) Freshmen ( 0) Seniors (34) Juniors ( 4) Seniors (20) Sophomores (12) Forfeit In 1937 the following girls were on the team: forwards, Edith Williams, Margaret Hallenber- ger, Mary Kolashinski, Helen Engebretson, Georgia Mae Mennes, Lorene Wilcox, Alice Pratt; guards, Edith Ahlgren, Virginia Bowers, Iris Koenig, Muriel Askov, Ruth Peterson. 1938 found Edith Ahl- gren, Muierl Askov, and Virginia Bowers as guards; Margaret Hallenberger, Mary Kolashinski, and Lorene Wilcox as forwards. VOLLEYBALL .... A Nationality tournament started the girls’ volleyball season early in March. With the Swedes, Irish, Norwegian “B”, English, German, French, Dutch, and Scotch teams to compete with, the Norwegian “A” team under the management of Solveig Michaelson was able to capture the title of “Champs” for 1938. In the finals they defeated the Scotch by a score of 29 to 21. The Swedes managed to take the English to the tune of 29 to 16, and win the consolation game. From the nationality teams developed class competition. The Senior Blue team composed of Virginia Bowers, captain, Ruth Peterson, Edith Ahlgren, Mary Kolashinski, Jean Dorwin, Ruby Engdahl, Edith Williams, and Anna Mae McDowell as regulars again brought victory to the senior class by defeat- ing the Juniors 29-16 in the championship game. In the consolation games the Senior Reds beat the Sophomore Whites by 25-22, and Sophomore Blacks topped the Freshman, 23-11. These games were completed on Tuesday, March 29. 49 Q. cA. Q. T ayday a noon luncheon March 17, an invitation was extended by the River Falls G. A. A. to Hudson for five students and one teacher to attend the River Falls playday on April 9. Seven girls were nominated, and out of the seven Mary Kolashinski, Lorene Wilcox, Virginia Bowers, Marjorie Ruesink, and Helen Engebretson were elected. Hudson “Playday” was discussed and Edith Ahlgren was elected as general chairman. As the annual goes to press the date is not definitely decided, but will probably be held either May 14 or 24. The general chairman will choose her own committees. GIRLS’ POSTURE The junior high and high school girls’ gym classes began working on a postural program early in November. The project continued through until April 8. The aim of this program was to attain a higher health level, to correct postural faults, to stimulate a desire for better carriage, and to apply a know- ledge of sports to correcting faults. Individual and group exercises were performed to correct faults. At least one gym period a week was used for this purpose. Each girl was examined by Miss Kidd and Miss Peterson in November, and Miss Kidd again rechecked them in March. Two girls were picked in the final check-up as winners of the postural contest and announced on April 8 in the school paper. In the first check-up in November, Jane Sutherland and Jane Hurst were found to be per- fect according to age and weight. fAims of the Q. cA. Q. “It isn’t whether we won or lost But how we played the game.” With this as the outstanding ideal, the G. A. C. plays for fun. Regardless of the rivalry and competition in- volved, when the game is over comradeship prevails. What better builder and carryover can be desired than good clean matching of skills and sound stable friendship. Following its tradition the G. A. C. offers team sports and individual activities with the hope of stimulating, participating, developing leadership, and building character, all through a friendly type of recreation. —FRANCES KIDD B” Basketball Manager Richard Brunelle Co-captains 1938 Football Squad John Harlander Sam Richie Athletic Manager Harold Olson Cheerleaders Jean Frey Jeanette Frey Edith Ahlgren Lorene Wilcox Merle Michaelson Elinor Adams Activity Managers Raymond Engstrom James Gullickson •r ©Ke Rffiders cAthletic Seasoru he 1937 football Squad Jack Leykom ..................... Captain Robert Forsythe .................. Manager Harold Olson ............... Ass’t. Manager ENDS: F. Anderson C. Quale R. Engstrom J. Young E. Sandberg W. Bush CENTERS: A. Riedel J. Harlander R. Brunelle Hudson Hudson Hudson Hudson Hudson Hudson HALF BACKS: R. Hanley A. Stevenson David Lyksett E. Strom W. Erickson O. Holway TACKLES: J. Leykom N. Anderson D. Lomnes D. Lamkins C. Larson Dan Lyksett S. Richie GUARDS: C. Helmick G. Penman W. Zappa J. Livermore M. Flattum W. Humphrey W. Solheim F. Dabruzzi FULL BACKS: A. Ranallo D. Wilcox QUARTER BACKS: FOOTBALL SCHEDULE .... 6 ....19 ....21 ....13 Hudson Points—75 P. Jones, 1’. Thompson 0 0 0 6 Colfax ...............2 New Richmond..........0 Opponents Points—8 Menomonie Ellsworth Spring Valley River Falls 0 26 54 football — Qame 5wmmaries HUDSON 6 MENOMONIE 0 Hudson disposed of one of their biggest obstacles for a successful season when they defeated a strong Menomonie eleven 6-0 in the opening game of the 1937 season. Hudson was able to capitalize on a poor Menomonie punt, scoring early in the first quarter, after which time the two teams battled on even terms. The Hudson line showed its power time after time by throwing Menom- onie runners for losses. HUDSON 21 SPRING VALLEY 0 The Blue Raiders made it two straight by downing the Valley lads 21-0 in the second conference game. This game placed Hudson in a tie with Colfax for first place in the Middle Border Conference standings. The lineup was changed around due to Anderson’s injury. Hudson counted in the initial quarter on an off-tackle smash, and twice in the third quarter on a pass and i week side play. The blocking showed great improvement in this encounter. HUDSON 19 ELLSWORTH 0 On a wet, sodden field the Hudson eleven turned hack the Ellsworth gridders 19-0 in a slow, rather mediocre game with both teams fumbling often. The Ellsworth team was able to hold Coach Fladager’s charges scoreless until late in the second' quarter when Lyksett went over from his own 28 yard line. The third stanza was scoreless and in the fourth, Riedel and Ranallo counted for the Raider combination. HUDSON 13 RIVER FALLS 6 It was this game that saw Hudson being pushed to the utmost to col- lect victory. Hudson scored early in the first quarter on an end run and during the next two quarters were unable to penetrate or pass through River Falls’ five-man line defense. In the final stanza, River Falls took the ball on their own twenty yard line and marched eighty yards for a touchdown, but were un- able to convert and the score stood at 7-6. The Orange and White then kicked off to Hudson’s eighty-two yards for a touchdown and a 13-7 victory. HUDSON 0 COLFAX 2 On October 29 Hudson clashed with Colfax on their new $9,000 athletic field in one of the hardest-fought games of the year. Hudson runners were unable to get a footing in the sandy turf and the game proved to be a battle of two exceptionally strong defensive teams. Hudson had the ball on the Colfax ten-yard line late in the second quarter but was unable to push it over. Colfax scored a safety on a blocked kick midway in the second quarter and these two points proved the margin of victory and also the Middle Border Champion- ship for the Red and White. HUDSON 26 NEW RICHMOND 0 The Hudson squad topped off their 1937 season with a game that will long be remembered as “the best.” A club of eleven seniors played outstanding football for forty-eight minutes and as a result ended their careers with an im- pressive and well-deserving victory over the “Irish” 26-0. ✓ 55 Senior Lettermen_j CHESTER QUALE—End No matter how the score stood, “Chet” was always giving everything he had until the final whistle had blown. He was a two year letterman. DAVID LYKSETT—I halfback “Fink” broke into the Hudson backfield this year and displayed a lot of drive and power. He was a fine open field runner and many times skirted the ends or broke through the center of the line for a well-earned touchdown. ART H UR RI ED El .—Center Art, playing his second year as center, came through the season in grand style. He pulled the rare thing for a center when he scored a touchdown in the Ellsworth game. Besides playing center, Art was shifted into the backfield to do most of the kicking. RAY MON D ENGSTROM—End Playing his first year of football, Ray developed into a fast hard work- ing end. He was an able pass-receiver and very effective in covering punts. In addition to playing end, Ray was called on to do some kicking. CAPTAIN JACK LEYKOM—Tackle- Jack’s thoughtful decisions as captain and his aggressive play had much to do with the success of the team. His defensive play proved him to he an immovable bulwark in the line while his downfield blocking paved the way for many a Hudson touchdown. ALTON STEVENSON—Halfback and Fullback “Stevie” proved to be a good passer, a fine runner, and a good defen- sive man. Although not a flashy type, Steve was an all around consistent player. His defensive work was the best, and many times his vicious tackling stopped an opponent from crossing the Hudson goal. RICHARD HANLEY—Ilalfback Dick was Hudson’s elusive pony back during the 1937 season. Dick proved again that size doesn’t always matter in a football game. His open field running was exceptionally good as shown when he ran the length of the River Falls field to give Hudson a 13 to 6 victory over the Falls. FREDERICK ANDERSON—End and Halfback Fred played his first year of football and proved his ability at both end and halfback. He was a good pass-receiver and a constant threat to the opposing forces. He was fast and was a good man on covering punts. NORMAN ANDERSON—Tackle “Ole” was the pep of the team and his chatter and pep kept the morale of the team at a high level. Although he was injured early in the season, “Ole” played good ball and used his experience to good avail. PAUL JONES—Quarterback Paul was a cool-headed field general who never bogged down under the strain of his work . He handled the team like a veteran and called plays with unerring skill. In addition to calling signals, Paul handled the majority of the blocking duties. CLYDE HELMICK—Guard Clyde is the boy who came down from New Richmond and took his place in Hudson’s stalwart line. He played a good hard game and was a hard man to move out of any play. ALFRED RANALLO—Fullback and End A1 started out the season playing fullback and here displayed great cohesion and power. Whenever Hudson needed two or three yards, they called on A1 and he produced the needed yardage. As an end, he proved to be a great defensive player. GORDON PENMAN—Guard Gordon held down one of the guard posts in his first year of varsity play. He was an efficient man both defensively and offensively. On de- fense he plugged up the center of the line and prohibited many opposing backs from making touchdowns. On offense he charged hard and opened many holes for the backs. 1937 MIDDLE BORDER CONFERENDCE STANDINGS Won Lost Tied Pet. Colfax ..............4 0 1 1.000 Hudson ..............5 1 0 .833 Menomonie ...........2 1 1 .667 River Falls .........2 2 1 .500 Ellsworth ...........1 3 1 .250 New Richmond ........0 4 1 .000 Spring Valley .......0 3 1 .000 CAPTAIN JACK LEYKOM There are two things a coach wants when he first starts molding a football team. First, he wants a group of boys who are good football players both physically and mentally. He wants these players to cooperate with one another in playing the game. Next, he wants a fellow who can lead the players on and who has outstanding leadership ability. He must understand his team mates and know how to exert his leadership. As captain, Jack Leykom fulfilled the latter requirements to a ‘tee. He piloted his team through a season which found Hudson losing but one game. Jack was a hard fighting player who always was in the game giving all he had. His defensive work was especially noticeable and many times he stopped hopeful opponents from breaking through the Hudson line. CO-CAPTAINS RICHIE AND HARLANDER Next year Hudson will inaugurate a new system of captaincy in their football team when Sam Richie and John Harlander will act as co-captains for the 1938 football squad. In Richie, Hudson has a hard fighting, good-humored leader. He us- ually wears a smile on the gridiron and fights until the final whistle has sound- ed. Richie will undoubtedly take over a guard position and will bolster Hud- son’s line a great deal. Harlander was handicapped by injuries during the 1937 season but played good ball when he saw action. Next year should be a great year for Johnny if he can conquer the “injury jinx”. He is a hard fighter and hard to beat on defense. It isn’t certain where John will play next year as he is capable • of playing guard, center, or a backfield position. These two co-captains along with Erling Strom will form (he nucleus for the 1938 Hudson football squad. 58 (Comment on the Nelv Rules C HE new rules for next year are minor in nature and will not materially affect the game from the standpoint of the spectators. The past season saw the trial period of the most radical change in basketball—the elimination of the center jump except at the beginning of the game and the start of the second half. Most coaches in the early part of the season were heartily in favor of going back to the old rule, but as the season progressed and the teams became adjusted to the new style, the atti- tude of the coaches began to change, until at the pres- ent time most coaches are in favor of continuing without the center jump. This has just been voted on and accepted by the national rules committee for the coming year. They have felt, however, that some changes should be made, especially in high school, to protect the boys. They have done this for this coming year by adding two more possible time outs for high school, which will be taken by the official if there has been no time out called within four minutes of the second and fourth quarters. In college another time out has been added and the time limit extended from one minute to two minutes. They have also made it optional for colleges to have quarters, which will fur- ther protect the players. Probably the most important rule passed this year was the rule allow- ing a man without the ball to stand in the front part of the free throw line as long as he desires but when he receives the ball the three seconds count begins. This rule is an improvement in that it adds considerably to the offensive area. The only other rule of primary importance passed by the National Federation was the “sudden death” rule, relating to high schools, which states that the first team scoring two points in the overtime period shall be declared the winner, or if at the end of the playing time one team has a one point ad- vantage they shall be declared the winner. I don’t believe this rule will meet with general approval, for players participating in such a game will tend to tighten up in the overtime and not play the basketball they are capable of be- cause of fear. Luck plays too large a part in such a situation. I, myself, would not care to have the elimination of the center jump taken out and I was one of its most ardent criticizers. I believe it has speeded up the game without causing harmful reactions which will not adjust themselves in a short time. Coach Fladager 59 —K. E. FLADAGER homecoming 1937 HE week of the Homecoming was a week of pep meetings, opening with a program by the high school band on Monday. “The Three Bears” made their appearance in the form of a musical story, interspersed with “Bob For- sythe Lingo” which filled in the gaps which the band was incapable of providing. John “Coach Fladager” Harlander was a feature of the junior high presentation on Tuesday, followed the next day by Forsythe’s second appearance as a sculptor of persons, events, and personalities in connection with the home- coming thriller. The Hi-Y Orchestra made its debut on Thursday, and once again the versatile Boh appeared—this time, dance maestro. A1 “Bing Crosby” Ranallo also made his debut as soloist for the Ili-Y Orchestra. And then the climax! CT Riuge pep fest! No bonfire. No smoke dance. Just a pep fest. But what a pep fest! Held in the high school auditorium on Thursday evening, the mass meeting to which townspeople were encouraged to attend, was well at- tended by former Hudson High gridders—Neal Larson, ’21, Chummo Ander- son, ’24, Howard Wright, ’26, Mocco Daniels, ’27, Russel Solheim, ’28, Captain Chester Birkmose, ’34, Bill Ballion, ’35, Captain Jack Zahler, ’36. PEP FEST PROGRAM Band below stage—Team and Alumni on stage—Curtain closed Curtain drawn as band began to play. Onward Hudson—Band Introduction of Master of Ceremonies—Bud Kermott Introduction of Alumni and Team—Fred Jones Talk by Alumnus—Judge Thomas Garrity Band selection Yells—'“Dibbo” Means Talk by Captain—Jack Leykom Band selection Talk—Coach Fladager Yells—“Dibbo” Means Band selection Talk—Coach Anderson Big Locomotive (yell)—“Dibbo” Means School Song—Band and Mass Singing HOMECOMING OPEN HOUSE O PEN House from 4 to 7 p .m. in the gym followed Hudson’s Homecoming victory over the New Richmond Irish. The G. A. C. and Hi-Y acted as hosts and hostesses to the students and alumni who attended, but the idea of entertaining the New Richmond eleven as special guests was, as our all-school president put it in a summary of the event, a ‘magnificent failure”. LUNCH was served to adult visitors on the balcony and to students, on the gym floor. Concessions added to the fun of the occasion and Dave Dahl’s high school orchestra played for dancing. During the open house an added attraction was provided when Harry Bill Johnson took pictures of the activities. 60 We ucWalloped The Irish” HOMECOMING, 1937 C HE general committee in charge of the 1937 Homecoming festivities was composed of the following committee: Melvin Hanson General Chairman Frances Kidd Faculty Adviser Melvin Hanson—chairman of general committee Mary Jane Dahl—chairman of publicity committee Robert Anderson—chairman of decorations Georgia Mae Mennes—chairman of Open House Edith Ahlgren—chairman of pep assemblies Raymond Engstrom—chairman of ticket sales Miss Kidd—adviser of general committee The Qame As the eleventh annual Homecoming game, Hudson clashed with New Richmond on the afternoon of November 5 before one of the largest crowds in history. Hudson had previously won four games and lost one and were intent on closing the 1937 grid season by “Walloping the Irish.” New Richmond, on the other hand, had yet to win their first game of the ’37 season, hut their season would have been a success if they could have defeated Hudson and as a result the “Irish” were ready to “upset the dope.” The Raiders, a team of eleven inspired seniors, seemed to do every- thing right in this game. The passing was accurate; the blocking, crisp; tack- ling, hard; the running superb; and all in all, it was an outstanding high school game. Hudson scored early in the first quarter, marching seventy-five yards for a touchdown and Ranallo converted to give Hudson a 7-0 lead. The Raiders went on to score in each of the three remaining quarters, defeating Coach Jack- son’s boys 26-0. New Richmond’s numerous fumbles kept them in trouble and twice spoiled scoring opportunities. This game marked the end of the careers of fifteen seniors, all of whom saw action in the game. These men are as follows: Captain Jack Leykom, Art Riedel, Raymond Engstrom, Norman Anderson, Clyde He'mick, Gordon Penman, Alfred Ranallo, Frederick Anderson, Paul Jones, Richard Hanley, David Lyksett, Alton Stevenson, Chester Quale, William Zappa, and William Humphrey. 61 Top picture, back row—H. Olson, manager, O. Holway, J. Young, R. Engstrom, A. Riedel, R. Forsythe, P. Jones, E. Sandberg, and Coach Fladager. Front row—R. Hanley, F. Anderson, J. Harlander, A. Stevenson, captain, E. Strom, W. Harwell, P. Thompson, bower left—J. Harlander, R. Engstrom, A. Stevenson, J. Young, F. Anderson. Lower right—Captain Stevenson. J. Young J. Harlander R. Engstrom E. Strom 1937-’38 BASKETBALL SOUAD Alton Stevenson Harold Olson F. Anderson P. Thompson R. Hanley R. Forsythe Captain Manager E. Sandberg O. Holway W. Harwell P. Jones (first semester) A. Riedel (first semester) MEN NAMED ON ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM (Only seniors eligible) 62 Alton Stevenson Guard £ oJ b J) + yy u WUy.—j i J z - f Orj CtAj £■€- xyf s of The Season CONFERENCE Hudson 26 Menomonie 22 Hudson 17 Spring Valiev 13 Hudson 17 Menomonie 21 Hudson 34 Colfax 21 Hudson 19 New Richmond 16 Hudson 18 River Falls 24 Hudson 25 Ellsworth 30 Hudson 16 Colfax 19 Hudson 40 New Richmond 12 Hudson 19 River Falls 25 Hudson 26 Ellsworth 20 Hudson 28 Spring Valley 23 NON-CONFERENCE Hudson 46 Baldwin 24 Hudson 20 Osceola 13 Hudson 39 Baldwin 19 Hudson 34 Osceola 30 TOURNAMENT Hudson 33 Osceola 22 Hudson 23 River Falls 25 Hudson .................. 26 Season Total Spring Valley............... 33 Won 12 Lost 7 iShe Season’s St°ry HUDSON 46 BALDWIN 24 Nov. 23—Hudson’s basketball team opened its 1937-’38 basketball season by trounc- ing Baldwin 46 to 24 on the home court. The game was an uninteresting one from the start with Hudson forging to the front and holding a com- manding lead throughout the contest. HUDSON 26 MENOMONIE 22 Dec. 3—Hudson opened their defense for the Middle Border Conference title by de- feating Menomonie 26 to 22. With Jones setting the scoring pace by gar- nering twelve points, Hudson maintained a slim lead all through the game. Both teams started slowly and cautiously and displayed a good brand of ball. Hudson held a 10 to 9 lead at the halfway mark. HUDSON 17 SPRING VALLEY 13 Dec. 7—Hudson gained a well-earned victory when they defeated a strong Spring Valley quintet 17 to 13 on the Valley floor. Hudson left the floor at the half trailing 7 to 6 but quickly came back to outscore the Scarlet and White in the third and final periods to put the game on ice. 63 HUDSON 20 OSCEOLA 13 Dec. 10—In a slow game which saw Hudson ahead at half time 5 to 4, the Blue Raid- ers hung up another win at the expense of a tall accurate shooting Osceola five by the score of 20 to 13. This game saw Hudson’s second semester team playing practically all four periods. HUDSON 39 BALDWIN 19 Dec. 17—Hudson’s Blue Raiders scored their second victory over Baldwin this season by defeating them 39 to 19 on their own court. Hudson held Baldwin to two free throws in the first half while Ihey chalked up 17 points. In the last two stanzas Anderson, Baldwin guard, found the net for 13 points and made the game more interesting. HUDSON 17 MENOMONIE 21 Jan. 11—The Blue Raiders tasted defeat for the first time when they fell before a determined Menomonie quint 17 to 21. The half saw Menomonie holding a slim 9 to 8 lead which they did not relinquish at any time. The game was in doubt up until the first few seconds when Menomonie gained a four point margin, and then stalled until the game was theirs. HUDSON 34 COLFAX 21 Jan. 18—Hudson broke into the win column again by swamping a weak Colfax team 34 to 21. Hudson scored with ease during the entire evening and made 21 points in the first half to 9 for Colfax. HUDSON 19 NEW RICHMOND 16 Jan. 21—Playing before a capacity crowd, the Raiders gained a hard fought 19 to 16 decision over the “Irish”. The game was exceptionally close throughout with both teams fighting desperately for victory. Hudson missed numerous set shots and their floor work was ragged. Art Riedel and Paul Jones finished their high school careers with this game. HUDSON 18 RIVER FALLS 24 Jan. 28—A Hudson team which saw Engstrom replacing Riedel at center and Hanley at forward in place of Jones, fell before an accurate shooting River Falls quint 24 to 18. Hudson held an 11 to 7 lead at the half and remained in front until the end of the third quarter. In the final period River Falls found the basket and outscored the Raiders eight points to one. HUDSON 25 ELLSWORTH 30 Feb. 1—Ellsworth administered the second consecutive defeat and the third of the season to the Raiders when they downed Hudson 30 to 25. Hudson stepped out and gained a 4 to 3 lead in the first canto but fell behind in the second period before the onslaught of a “hot” Ellsworth team. The halftime score stood at 13 to 8 in favor of the Purple and White. Although losing, the local boys played a fine game, showing a marked improvement over prev- ious encounters. HUDSON 34 OSCEOLA 30 Feb. 8—Hudson partially redeemed themselves when they defeated Osceola for the second time during the season by a 34 to 30 score. The locals were nor- headed once during the game and scored with considerable ease. HUDSON 16 COLFAX 19 Feb. 15—Colfax scored one of the major upsets in the conference by scoring a sur- prising victory over Hudson 19 to 16. The Raiders maintained a lead throughout the first half and held a 13 to 10 advantage going into the last quarter . The game was not decided until the final minute when Colfax scored four points on two long shots to eke out the victory. 64 HUDSON 40 NEW RICHMOND 12 Feb. 18—Hudson scored a decisive and humilia.ing defeat when they drubbed New Richmond 40 to 12. The Raiders were “hot” and rolled up eleven points before they missed a shot. The majority of Hudson’s points were scored in the first half when they scored 34 points to New Richmond’s 7. During the last half the game slowed down with only ten points being scored by both teams. HUDSON 19 RIVER FALLS 25 Feb. 21—The Blue Raiders dropped their second game of the season to River Falls by the score of 25 to 19. Hudson held the Falls team on even terms during the first half and walked off of the floor at the end of the half with the score knotted at 11 all. In the third and final quarters River Falls, led by Linehan and Kay, chalked up 14 points to 8 for the Hudson boys. HUDSON 26 ELLSWORTH 20 Feb. 25—The Raiders were out for revenge in. this game and they got it by the sub- stantial margin of six points. Playing good ball in the first half, the locals outscored Coach Reed’s boys 16 to 10. In the second half the Raiders con- tinued their fine playing to score an impressive win. This game was by far the best and most consistant played by Hudson this season. HUDSON 28 SPRING VALLEY 23 Mar. 4—Hudson’s Raiders wrote finis to their 1937-1938 conference season by de- feating Spring Valley 28 to 23. Hudson fought a Valley team, which left a 12 to 9 advantage at the half, off their feet in the second half by a good passing and accurate shooting offense which gave them the win. Hudson scored 19 points in the second half while Coach Berven’s men registered only 11. Young led Hudson’s scoring with twelve points. ST. CROIX TOURNAMENT Teams: Amery, Ellsworth, Hudson, Grantsburg, Osceola, River Falls, Spring Valley, St. Croix Falls. Winners: River Falls ........................ Championship Ellsworth ........................... Consolation HUDSON 33 OSCEOLA 22 March 10. In the first game of the St. Croix tournament, Hudson easily defeated Osceola by the score of 33 to 22. Coach Fladager’s boys started out by outscoring the Green and White 10 to 2 in the first quarter and 8 to 7 in the second stanza. During the second half, the teams played on more even terms but Hudson’s lead was too much for Osceola to overcome. HUDSON 23 RIVER FALLS 25 March 11. The Raiders were defeated in their second tournament game by River Falls by the close score of 25 to 23. The contest was exceptionally close all through the entire four periods with River Falls holding a slight edge most of the time. With twenty seconds to go and the score knotted at 23 all, Kay, River Falls’ center, scored on a short shot and put the game on ice. HUDSON 26 SPRING VALLEY 33 March 12. Hudson lost their final encounter of the tourney when they fell before Spring Valley 33 to 26. This game was played to determine third and fourth place winners. Hudson people had a chance to see next year’s possibilities in action as the seniors played only the first quarter. Spring Valley piled up a commanding 24 to 15 lead at the half and then coasted on to win their first game from the Blue and White this season. 65 Standing—R. Brunelle, Manager, D. Lomnes, C. Larson, D. Wilcox, D. Lamkins, and Coach Anderson. Seated—R. Guith, W. Erickson, M. Flattum, W. Solheim, and D. Lyksett. “23” carru Coach—Emil Anderson Trainer—“Dick” Brunelle Hudson 13 Menomonie 12 Hudson 8 Spring Valley 11 Hudson 23 Osceola 18 Hudson 7 Baldwin 1 Hudson 10 Menomonie 17 Hudson 28 Colfax 11 Hudson 16 New Richmond 8 Hudson 14 River Falls 7 Hudson 16 Osceola 17 Hudson 23 Colfax 5 Hudson 30 New Richmond 13 Hudson 10 River Falls 18 Hudson 23 Ellsworth 7 Season’s record Won 9 Lost 4 “B” TEAM The “B” team compiled a record of nine wins and four losses during the 1937-38 basketball season. Two of these four losses came via the free throw route after two overtime periods had been played. Boys who saw considerable action on the “B” team were Baldwin Ol- son, Norval Olson, Elbert Sandberg, Bob Forsythe, Paul Thompson, Orlando Holway, Marvin Flattum, Robert Guith, Charles Larson, and Kenneth Mi- chaelson. 66 Qoach cAndersoru S an actual player Coach Anderson has had an in- teresting career. Way back in 1923 he started in high school competition by taking part in track, foot- ball, and basketball. As a trackman Coach Anderson took part in pole vaulting and shot put. He found this sport very interesting and proved to be a valuable man. Coach Anderson began his football days in Hudson High School during the years 1924, 1925, and 1926. During these years he took over the fullback post and was a mainstay of the Hudson attack. Upon graduation from high school in 1926, Coach Anderson attended Oshkosh College where he played two years of college football. In 1928 he played tackle on the championship Oshkosh team. In commenting on pres- ent day football, Coach Anderson states, “The game differs very little from the game that we played.” In basketball, “Chummo” captained the Hud- son team from a guard position for two consecutive years. This feat has not yet been duplicated by anyone. Coach Anderson recalls some of the humorous cage rules which were enforced during his time. When a player was fouled he had to turn the ball over to the captain and let him shoot the free throw. One thing you couldn’t do then was to run with the ball. If you were caught running with the ball a technical foul was called and the opposing side got a free throw. The game then was a good deal rougher and plays were practically unknown. Defense was stressed much more than offense in those days, with the offensive thrust depend- ing on the long range shooting of the players. Coach Anderson states that the elimination of the center jump is a step forward in the improvement of the game. He believes it has sped up the game and has made it more exciting for the spectators. ALL NATIONS TOURNAMENT MARCH 14, 16 AND 17 The Germans entered into the list of champions of the All Nations Tournament by defeating the Norwegian B’s 24 to 11 in the championship game. Previously, the Germans triumphed over the Irish 30 to 14 and the English 27 to 16. This tournament is sponsored annually by the physical education depart- ment. The German team was composed of Eugene Guggemos, Robert Guith, Orlando Holway, Jack Leykom, David Lyksett, Kenneth Michaelson, Edward Schouviller, and Art Riedel. The consolation honors went to the Swedes, who lost to the Norweg- ian A’s in the first game and then defeated the Scotch and the Italians. Nationalities represented were English, Germans, Irish, Italians, Swedes, Norwegian A’s, Norwegian B’s, and Scotch. 67 football 23anquep Sixteen Boys Receive Letters e LI MAXING the 1937 football season, the annual football banquet was held in the high school gymnasium on Monday, November 22. This banquet is held after the close of each grid season as a tribute to the boys who have upheld Hudson High School on the gridiron. Coach Fladager commented briefly on the season’s play and awarded letters to sixteen lettermen, thirteen of whom were seniors. Mr. Fladager also announced that Alton Stevenson, halfback and fullback, was his selection as the most valuable player to the team during the past season. Following the presentation of letters, Superintendent E. P. Rock paid special tribute to Captain Leykom by awarding him a gold football. In speak- ing of Captain Leykom, Mr. Rock stated, “He was a splendid captain and an outstanding student.” In his remarks, Captain Leykom said that he attributed the success of the past season to the fine coaching staff, the team spirit, and the fine support from the student body and the citizens of the community. Leykom announced that John Harlander and Sam Richie had been elected to lead next year’s squad. This marked the first time in history that co-captains have been elected to head a Hudson eleven. Both boys are juniors and have been on the squad for the past two years. Babe Ije Voir, Minnesota football star for three years and main speaker of the banquet, pointed out that “too many of us stress the idea of win- ning. Just because a team drops one or two games, the fans immediately think something is wrong. They forget that the opposing team has the same objec- tive—that is, to win. The law of averages works the same in football as it does in business and everything else. Mistakes will be made and these mistakes will spell victory or defeat.” Line Coach Emil Anderson stated that although Hudson’s reserve strength had been weak, the experience of the starting lineup and the lack of injuries had much to do with the success of the past season. Special guests at the banquet were Coaches Berven, Manion, and Jackson from Spring Valley, River Falls, and New Richmond respectively. Moving pictures of the 1937 Minnesota football season concluded the banquet. The banquet, sponsored by the Commercial Club, was one of the most successful in years with over 200 townspeople attending. Spring Sports Spring sports in Hudson High School reached a new high this year when baseball, tennis, and boxing attracted many athletes. This season the baseball team had the following returning lettermen in the lineup: Fred Anderson, Robert Williamson, Erling Strom, Alton Steven- son, Alfred Ranallo, David Lyksett, and Dan Lyksett. In addition to these, many new players made their appearance. Boxing made its way into our high school this year under the coaching of Mr. Bargen. The present aim is to teach our boys the art of self defense and to hold inter-school meets with neighboring schools. The heavyweighth di- vision was composed of boys who topped the scales at 155 pounds or over. Norman Anderson, Richard Brunelle, Marvin Flattum, Dorwin Lamkins, Jack Leykom, Gordon Penman, and David Wilcox composed this division. The boys under 155 pounds, who fought in a different division, were Warren Bush, Rob- ert Buttke, James Gullickson, Harvey Hanson, Bernard Kinney, Edwin llel- mick, Harold Jorgenson, Holly Merrell, Donald Lomnes, George Ruesink, Elmo Shea, and William Zappa. As an incentive for more tennis players, trophies were awarded to the winners of the boys’ and girls’ divisions in the high school tournament. At the start of the season, several boys volunteered to work the court into playing con- dition. The boys who helped in this work were Raymond Livermore, Fred Kermott, Jack Leykom, and Melvin Hanson. 68 69 cAll In a Lifetime CUPPER is over, the chores done, the kid brother sent out to play and you’re ready to settle down to a nice quiet evening of concentrated study. You open your lab manual to try to balance those equations for day before yesterday. Just as you’ve accounted for all the 02 in the reaction your friend from across the street barges in. Seeing your books a 1 open about you, he tells you not to mind him, he’ll amuse himself, lie turns on the radio. S:00 Town hall is on the air. 8:05 Your visitor laughs at Fred Al- len’s joke. 8:06 Says it reminds him of the story about the three hermits. 8:061 2 He tells it. 8:10 Picks up yesterday’s funny pa- pers. 8:15 Tells you about Skippy’s latest tangle. 8:19 Wants to know what Tarzan was last Sunday—He forgot to read it. 8:20 You relate the adventure to him. 8:25 He whistles “Dinah” with the or- chestra (but in a slightly different key). 8:30 Time for Station identification. 8:31 He looks over your shoulder, pulls out his pencil and makes a correction here and there. 8:33 You rescue your paper from him in time to find that tomorrow’s theme is in no condition to hand to Miss Jerdee. 8:36 Decides to go home. 8:40 On second thought says he’ll take you to the second show if you’ll lend him four bits until he gets next week's allowance. 8:45 Sees a picture of your girl friend and asks who that funny-looking person is. 8:50 Changes the furniture in the room so he can put his feet on the table and still reach the radio. 8:55 He and Judy Gibson sing “Thanks for the Memories”. 9:00 Station identification. 9:01 Says he thinks he’ll be leaving. 9:02 Discovers your kid brother’s new joke book. 9:03 He reads it. 9:04 He snickers. 9:05 He guffaws. 9:10 Picks up a yardstick to show you that Benny Goodman as an orches- tra leader has nothing on him. 9:12 Misjudges his distance and clips you square in the eye. 9:15 Yawns—Says he thinks he’ll be leaving. 9:30 He goes to the door—It’s raining! 9:35 Says he’s so glad you got all your work done. 9:36 Bids you good night and informs you he’ll be over tomorrow night when your work isn’t so heavy. 9:37 With your rubbers, umbrella and raincoat your courageous visitor confronts the great out of doors. 9:40 You lock and bar the door, go into the living room, look at a ne- glected pile of books—go to bed— worry all night about the work you should have done, and then they ask, “Why do people have such things as nervous breakdowns?” 70 When my baby smiles at me (Where’s the other Quin) It’s your tongue that’s at fault, not your noodle. ’Cause tonight I gotta look my best. Lulu’s back in town. I’ve got hot lips. Walkin’ in a winter wonderland Gettin’ some fun out of life Sometimes I wonder why I spend these lonely nights— When the clock strikes three (forty- five) I double dare you— You’re a sweetheart If there ever was one I’ve got trouble, double trouble. Someday my prince will come Hail. hail, the gang’s all here— Thanks for the memory Of sunburns at the shore On the bonnie, bonnie banks of Loch Lomond Every day’s a holiday S he’s the lady who couldn’t be kissed (?) Just whistle while you work— Us in a bus ? R6 jtf A c v FACULTY FADS “Pop”, (with that smile that is all his own) “Now you may sit in alternate rows.” “Chummo”, “You don’t know—huh? Well go back to your work bench and think un- til you do. “Edna”, “Would you please throw your gum in the waste basket”. “Evelyn”, “And then it goes on to say .. .” “Ethel”, “More than 18.9% of the students in this group are on the failure list. What are you going to do about it?” “Hank”, “Now we’ll take about ten min- utes to answer these few questions on the board.” “Ken”, “If you fellows would think more of the game and less of what you are go- ing to do afterwards, you’d get some- where.” WOULDN’T IT BE STRANGE IF— Bob Forsythe didn’t have something to say Dick Hanley could forget “Josephine” Jack Leykom couldn’t solve a chemistry problem Mary Flattum forgot to giggle in book- keeping Warren Bush developed quinsy at a pep meeting Marjorie Suennen spent a “dateless” week end Donnie Wilcox and Virgie Mae Olson were six footers Janet and Don couldn’t be found in the upstairs hall after school Louis Workman took life seriously Lyle Baer forgot to question Mr. Weath- erhead’s statements Miss Hughes didn’t get to school by seven Elmo Shea didn’t break test tubes Margaret Hallenberger got to school ten minutes before bell time The boys’ “clod-hoppers” didn’t squeak Spring fever wouldn’t take its toll You could hear a pin drop in assembly Mary Jane Dahl made up her mind Bayport boys held no interest for Virginia Bowers and Alice Pratt The abstract office no longer attracted Jean Clapp Shirley Yost lingered in the halls. ADVICE TO THE FRESHMAN Be sure to throw your candy wrappers in the hall—the waste baskets at either end are decorations. Come back to your room after every class to get your books, for carrying two or three at a time might tire you. Put your gum on the bulletin board when you go in so you can get it after class. Notice—a mark of identification would be advisable. Don’t bother to go to bed early at night, there is a lot of spare time in the class room to curl up and have a needed sleep. Carry your books home every night— you have to wear them out some way. Whisper in class. The teachers enjoy it and it is always nice to have some di- version. THINGS WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE— Alton Broten’s seriousness The shining light in Norma Micklesen’s eyes Paul Thompson’s art ability A bit of John Gilbertson’s mischievousness Joe Young’s superstitions Some of Dick Brunelle’s weight Velma Bartholomew’s efficiency at “plunk- ing keys” Barbara Reiter’s wardrobe—or part of it Betty Cameron’s knack of getting excuses Dorwin Lamkins’ vocabulary Muriel Askov’s long hike from the coun- try (or would we?) Ruth Peterson’s sense of humor Vim, vigor, and vitality of Lorene Wilcox Ethlyn Hancock’s curly black hair IF EVERYONE WERE AS— Capable as Margaret Clair Frank as Georgia Mae Mennes Serious as Richard Penman Quick-witted as Fred Kermott Ambitious as Anna Mae McDowell Poised as Mae Guggemos Punctual as Marjory Ruesink Cheerful as Robert Anderson Talkative as Helen Engebretson Friendly as Jean Dorwin Independent as Georgiann Solsvig Carefree as Norman Anderson Dignified as Roy Colver Studious as Betty Turskey —YOU CAN GUESS THE RESULT 72 On the LAir (1938 graduates replace Bing Crosby gives way to A1 Ranallo on the KMH broadcast. His theme song— “The Moon Got in My Eyes”. Lois Larson takes the place of Anne Ginn. Helen Engebretson and Chester Quale boost Burns and Allen out of the title of “The Two Grape Nuts.” Catherine Hauke and Eleanor Ziehl take over the Myrt and Marge serial. Benny Goodman and Horace Heidt are re- placed by Paul Jones and Melvin Hanson and their respective orchestras. Clyde Helmick heads the new Town Hall program, “The Farmyard Frolics”. Florence Jelinek replaces Dorothy Thomp- son as news comm,enlator on the NBC hook-up. Umbrella Court and Professor Quiz are under the joint management of Fred An- derson and William Humphrey. Love and Kisses Ruth Peterson was typing for True Blue Times one night after school. Sud- denly she stopped and with a puzzled ex- pression said to Miss Jerdee, “I wonder why they call it the “Big Ten” when there are eleven players on the team.” Quoting Mr. Weatherhead—“Did you know the Middle Ages were called the Dark Ages because there were so many (k)nights.” Maybe it’s baseball . . . Maybe it’s screwball . . . But if it’s football . . . That’s where you’ll find Steve. TO FRITZ— “Super-service” is his motto, Drawing is his hobby, His dancing feet and classy clothes Make him both neat and nobby. (y) the big names on radio) Ray Engstrom (alias Uncle Ezra) broad- casts from the powerful little five water in Rosedale, the friendly little city, every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Amos ’n’ Andy have become the radio names of Frank Bowers and Bud Kermo'.t. Hollywood Hotel’s Louella Parsons (nee Carmelita Hawkins introduces such stars as Dolores “Martha Raye” Anderson, William “Weismuller” Zappa, and Ethel “Garbo” Swanson. Boyd Michaelson an- nounces the program from the Orchid Room. Tommy Riggs, who appears cn the Rudy Vallee program, has been replaced by Merle Michaelson whose falsetto is perfect for the voice of Betty Lou. Wo Harwell conducts the “Hit Parade” when he isn’t busy writing new song hits. His latest include “Spring Love Is In The Air” which he dedicated to Iris Koenig, “I Wanna Be In Winchell’s Column”, ded- icated o Ray Livermore, and “Laugh Your Way Through Life”, dedicated to Jane Olson. oos and hisses Mr. Bargen—“What is an eccentric man ?” Bernard Kinney—“One who is a little off center.” Mr. Weatherhead—“When did Louis XIV reign?” Don O’Connell—“Afte. Louis XIII.” Miss Gunderson—“Name there collec- tive nouns.” Tommy—“Flypaper, wastebasket, and a vacuum cleaner.” Fink used to head his car toward sixth To see his blue eyed girl, But now his interest lives on fourth, And Ruby’s in a whirl. Edi.h likes them six foot and brawny, He likes them sweet and small, Her face lights up when she beholds Art strolling down the hall. 73 eTXCother Qoose There was a girl in our town, Silk and satin was her gown, Silk and satin, like gold and brighter, Guess her name—it’s Barbara Reiter. Mary, Mary, quite contrary, Why didn’t you ever grow ? Why, five foot two will never do, Grow up and get a beau. Little Miss Casaw Sat on a buck-saw Learning of Calhoun and Clay; Pop Weatherhead spied ’er And sat down beside her, And frightened Miss Casaw away. Edith Williams Is on a wall, Likes faculty work, But that isn’t all. A dillar, a dollar, A Hudson High scholar, Why can’t you get here on time ? You never arrive before eight fifty-five, It really is a crime. It costs Ethel Ahlgren her income for shoes, To travel about and carry the news. To Ellsworth, to Ellsworth, in Harwell's rig, Home again, home again, after dancing a jig. Qoes e!Moderru Twinkle, twinkle. Little Star, How Margaret wonders what you are! Up above the world so high, Like the diamond George Mullen did buy. Bye, baby bunting, Sugar daddy’s gone a-hunting, To get a lovely mink skin To wrap his baby bunting in. Mary, Eleanor, and Catherine Hauke, All are filled with pride and folly. Eleanor tattles, Mary giggles, Catherine Hauke sits and wriggles; Whoe’er knew such constant rattling, Wriggling, giggling, noise, an tattling. To Virginia Bowers and Alice Pratt: Hickory, dickory, sackory down- How many miles to Stillwater town! Turn to the left and turn to the right And you may get there by Saturday night. A Senior’s Lament: Multiplication is vexation, Division is just as bad; The Rule of Three perplexes me, And Practice drives me mad. Diggety drum, diggety drum. There you see the graduates come; Some are here, and some are there. And some are going to get the air. Willy, Willy Solheim Kissed the maids for a dime, And with his merry daffing, He set them all a-laughing. 74 The Qlass of 193 8 Presents “NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH” By James Mont ( ornery CAST— TUESDAY, MAY 31 AT 8:00 P. M. Robert Bennett E. M. Ralston Dick Donnelly Van Dusen ... Bishop Doran . Gwen Ralston Mrs. Ralston . Ethel Clark ... Mable Jackson Sable Jackson . Martha........ .....Warren Bush ..... Fred Kermott ..... Melvin Hanson ......... Paul Jones ..... Donald Cowles ..... Ruby Engdahl .. Marjorie Suennen ... Ethelyn Hancock . Carmelita Hawkins .... Mary Jane Dahl Anna Mae McDowell Synopsis of Scenes Act I Interior of a broker’s office Act II Parlor in the summer home of E. M. Ralston, Long Island Act III Same as Act 11 Is it possible to tell the absolute truth—even for twenty-four hours? It is—at least Bob Bennett, the hero of “Nothing But The Truth”, accomplished the feat. The bet he made with his partners, his friends, and his fiancee. These are the incidents about which the plot revolves. SONG OF ’38 (To the tune of “The Lady is a Tramp”) We are the Seniors, of Hudson High School It’s here they’ve taught us, the old golden rule We’re leaving it now, as others have too— Just because, we are finally through. We’ve loved our colors, the old white and blue We’ve tried our hardest, to learn all things too We’ve loved our teachers and hope they’re not blue— Just because, we are finally through. We’ve gone four years—here— Learning to know— Things that will show—your training, our braining— We hope you’ll miss us As we will miss you Just because, we are finally through. 75 1938 cAnnual Staff Co-editors Margaret Clair Arthur Riedel Business manager Paul Jones Assistant Business manager Wesley Erickson Literary editor Ruby Engdahl Freshman class Marion Jennings Sophomore class Helen Riedel Junior class Alton Broten Senior class Helen Engebretson Features Edith Ahlgren Snapshot editors Jack Leykom Ray Livermore Band and Orchestra Holly Merrell Vocal organizations Lorene Wilcox Dramatics Dorothea Lyksett Forensics Lyle Baer Girls’ athletics Ruth Peterson Boys’ athletics Boh Forsythe T vpists Anna Mae McDowell Frances Olson 76 yy ot , 'i 4 $ - o aJ , JLPuy y h-ffl' £ Ua , cey y. y t L y I I I