Mendota High School - Atodnem Yearbook (Mendota, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 129 of the 1962 volume:

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X, QQLLBQ, I., If f R. - I Q D QLZZY AX-Y in R52 I FQ ,2,!,:,v:R r? g 1961 - 'x . . Ss N , J X Q5 3333 S355 I Omg 33535 1,L,,,Y f , , Y, .I , kgvff .f-H izflqfii ,,... . 5-A gg P -,aff O, PRESENTED BY THE SENIOR CLASS IVIENDOTA HIGH SCHOOL MENDOTA, ILLINOIS TIEIIS IS IIMIIII-HIS . . . . . its activities, laughter, and tearsg its groups as Well as its individualsg those outstanding in and out of the classroom. There are the contrasts: our leaders in organizations and those Who tol- low their leadershipg the crowded lunch hours and the lonely auditorium when the school day is over. This year We have had award-Winning athletic teams as Well as such all-school projects as the National Field Service program. These are our experi- ences-the blackg the Whiteg the varying shades of grayg the rain- bow-huedg the dull. Everything from gala events like the prom to semester tests will become cherished memories ot MHS. .. T be Place 1 1 The Competitive The Unwing ! X :V 2 S The Scholastic The Social BOARD OF EDUCATION OP' MENDOTA TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL e I. W. Price fSupermtendentJ, J. Wacker, D, Olterbcch, W. Hanson, W Deaner fPresi- dentl, R, Shotlill, R. Avery, I, Williams IBusiness Managerl, L. Kerns, TI-IE! SCI-ICDCDL EOARE THE SCHOOL BOARDS role in our school is a very important one. lt represents our parents and the tax payers who are making this school available to us. The foresight and good judgment of our school board members have caused Mendota High School to be recognized as an excellent secondary school. The board is responsible lor the determination of school policy, the employment of personnel, and the super- vision of general business and financial affairs. THE GUIDANCE STAFF is one of the more recent additions to MHS and has grown and improved to keep pace with the times. The main goals of the stall are helping students adjust to school environment and aiding the individual to plan his Work, discover his interests, and develop his capabilities. GUIDANCE MR, DOENlEFl, Miss Payne, and Mr, Morgan make up the Guidance Siali at Mendoia High School 7 ' 7 ' ' ' ' W T Mini FACULTY OUR FACULTY found new fields of interest, more work, and the ever- present challenge of making better, Well-informed citizens ol us all. Several new members joined the ever-growing staff: their new ideas and willing help have been a welcome addition to the faculty. The entire teaching staff has given of itself in many ways-in the classroom and in extra-curricular activities. The students appreciate their extra work and their support. ROBERT BAILE Morehead Sfate College, B.S., Uzzioerrity of Illinois, M.S. SUBJECTS: Instrumental Music SPONSORSHIP: Dance Band, Concert Band, Varsity Band, Pep Band - ROBERT BEALS U1zi1fer.rity of Iowa, B.S.C.,' Ur1iz'er.a'ilJ' of Illinoir, MA, SUBJECTS! Typing, Bookeeping SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class COACH: Varsity Basketball, Baseball VIRGINIA BENDER U11i1f'errity of Illinoir, B.A. of Ed. Uni1'e1'.Iity of Claimgoq Norllfern llliuoir U11i1fe1'rily SUBJECTS: French, Journalism SPONSORSHIP: Sophomore Class, Hi-Lite, French Club MADRA FISCHER Illiazoir Stale IX'ormal Ufzizwrily, B.S. SUBJECTS: Home EC, I, Family Living SPONSORSHIP: Junior Class, FHA HERBERT RIEKE Soutlaerfz lllinoir Unirlerrily, B,S. in Ed., MS. io Ed, Graduale of Naval Sclvool of PlJotog1'aj7l9y SUBJECTS: World History, U.S. History Geography, Problems of Democracy SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class, Camera Club COACH: Assistant Freshman Football, Track BEVERLY MOORE lIVerter1z Illinoir Univerrity, B.S., Urzirfer' rity of Colorado, Unioerrily of Illifzoir SUBJECTS: Girls' P.E. SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class, GAA, Freshman Cheerleaders JAMES SCOTT Linker College, BA. SUBJECTS: Algebra I, II, Math IV SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class COACH: Assistant Fresh-Soph Football Head Freshman Basketball IVIAURA FISCHER ROBERT BAILE ROBERT BEALS VIRGINIA BENDER HERBERT RIEKE BEVERLY MOORE JAMES SCOTT DAVID BLOOMSTRAND Illinoir Smle Normal Univerrily, B.S. in Ed. SUBJECTS: English I SPONSORSHIP: junior Class ARLEN HAGEN Uzzizferfily of Illifloir, B.S. Ulzirerrifj' of Colorado. P.S.S.C. Ialrtitute, U!ZlI'Fl'IlIy of Illinoir SUBJECTS: Chemistry. I, II, Physics SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class EULALIA BREESE U11i1 er.ritJ' of Illiuoir. A.B.: Uni1fer.riIy of IVirco11ri11, Na:-zbulerzem Uuizferrily, MA. SUBJECTS: Latin I, IIg English II SPONSORSHIP: Senior Class, Atodnem. Latin Club MARY ELLEN LIPKE Illinois' Slate Normal Ufzirferrily, B. Ed, SUBJECTS: Home Economics II. III, IV SPONSORSHIP: Junior Class, FHA DON GOODEN Soulbem Illinoif Uniuefrity. BA. SUBJECTS: General Science SPONSORSHIP: Junior Class COACH: Freshman Football. Assistant Track STEPHEN WARREN Ilyerfenz Illifzoir Urzhfefrify, B.S. in Ed., M.S. in Ed. SUBJECTS: English III, IViCreative Writ- Ing SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class Junior and Senior Class Plays, Broadcast- Ing RUTH DOENIER North Cenlml College, BA. Uniwerrily of lllinoirj Milwaukee Slale Temflnerr, Norilaern Illinaif Univerrily SUBJECTS: Librarian SPONSORSHIP: Senior Class, Library Club RAY REBUCK Illinois' Slate Normal Univerrily, B.S. in Ed. SUBJECTS: Mixed Chorus, Choir MORRIS MORGAN llllnoir State Normal Uni1fer.fity, B.S., M.S. SUBJECTS: Algebra I, Plane Geometry SPONSORSHIP: Sophomore Class, Student Council, Guidance COACH: Frosh-Soph Basketball ALFRED DI PIETRO Soulliern Illinoir Univerrity, B.S., M.S. SUBJECTS: Driver Education, Building Trades SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class DAVID BLOOMSTRAND ARLEN HAGEN EULALIA BREESE MARY ELLEN LIPKE DON GOODEN STEPHEN WARREN RUTH DOENIER RAV REBUCK MORRIS MORGAN ALFRED DI PIETRO GAYLE DIMMICK Unizeryify of Teazrlerfee, BS. in Ed SUBJECTS: English III. IV. General Speech I SPONSORSHIP: Freshman Class CHARLES N. WAITY Illifzoif Slate Narmzzl lI11i1:eI1ri1J'. B.S. Uzzirefxrily of Illinoit, M.E.. L'I1i1fe1'.fily af lVi.fm11,viaz SUBJECTS: United States History SPONSORSHIP: Junior Class COACH: Frosh-Soph Football, Golf GAVLE DIMMICK CHARLES N. WAITY OFFICE PERSONNEL have to use ull diplo- macy in handling irate parents. In this gag picture, Mr. Morgan tells Mrs, Eldon Worsley not to worry: everything will be token cure ol. ARTHUR WORKUN Illifmii Slale lXl0l'7IIcII Uniz'e1'Ji!J', B.S. in Ed., M.S. in Ed SUBJECTS: Speech I, II, Debate, Drama COACH: Debate, Individual Speech Events FRED H. MORRIS Illinnir SIIJI6' lXl01'?7llll, B, Ed: Ur1i1'er,rily of Illinois, B.S..' Narflaewz Illinois L'r1i1'efr.ritJ'. M.S.,' Colorado A.M. College SUBJECTS: Agriculture I, II, III SPONSORSHIP: Sophomore Class, FFA GILBERT GEHLER Smal College, B.S.. LYIIlI'67'.l'lfl' of ll i,fmII,riu LlllfI'FI'.ffIJ' of Cirzrizznali SUBJECTS: Mechanical Drawing, Industrial Arts I, II SPONSORSHIP: junior Class DIANA HORSKY Nurlla Cwzlrnl College, B.A.. Uz1iI'eI',rilJ nf Colorado SUBJECTS: English II SPONSORSHIIV Sophomore Class, Frosh-Soph Cheerleaders, Contest Play WORKUN MAU DE STROUSS U1ziI:e1'IilJ' of Illinoiy. B.S.. Columbia U11i1'ev'5il-y, Unirferrily of California SUBJECTS: English I, II SPONSORSHIP: Sophomore Class. National Honor Society MARSHALL DOUGLAS ll e.fte1'fz Illinaif Uzzhferiily, B,S.. irz Ed. SUBJECTS: Civics, Economics SPONSORSHIP: Sophomore Class FRED H. IVIORRIS GILBERT GEHLER DIANA HORSKV MAUDE STROUSS MARSHALL DOUGLAS KAREN SISLER KAREN SISLER Urziriwrily of Toledo, B. of Ed. SUBJECTS: Biology I VICTOR WEDEMEYER Uzzitferfilj of llvifmzuizl. B.S.. M.S, SUBJECTS: Art I. Il SPONSORSHIP: Art Club MARIE ROLLIN5 Sl. Maryfr Horpilal. Madimaz. lWiJroz1riI1. R.N., Publir Heallb, Marquelle Ullll-'61'.fllj'. Cerlifed Publir Health Nurreg UI1iI'e1'5i1J of Mizzuerolu SUBJECTS: Red Cross SPONSORSHIP: FNA. School Nurse JOSEPH 5. ROLLINS Millikizz Urlirerrily. B.S., Norllaerrl Illinois: Uzzizfenrily of Illiuoir. Colorado Stale U11it'er,ri1J SUBJECTS: Drawing. Metalwork, Basic Electricity SPONSORSHIP: DO Club. junior Class COACH: Varsity Football Line DAVID JORDAL lNyIH'l!J6'I'll lllllmlr Uzzlrerrity. BS., III lfzl. SUBJECTS: Biology I. II. General Science SPONSORSHIP: junior Class COACH: Assistant Track HAZEL PAYNE Uni1ferJifJ' af Illizmif. B.S. in Ed. UllfL'61'Jllj' of Mifmemla. UlIl1'?l'Illv1' of Colaradrz. Narlherzz lllifzoil' Ulzirerrilj SUBJIECTSI English IV-College Prep SPONSORSHIP: Senior Class. Dean of Girls. Guidance JOHN G. SARANTAKOS Illinois Stale Normal Uflizferrity. B.S. No1'll1ern Illinois' UIIll'b'I'Ilfv1' SUBJECTS: Drivers Education, Printing SANDRA PAUL Ef1.rfP1'I1 Illiamir lIlIll'l'!'Jlly, B,S. Ed. SUBJECTS: Shorthand, Secretarial Practice Office Practice, Driver Education SPONSORSHIP: Senior Class. Cheerleading. Student Council, White Collar Club TED LEWIS L'I1iz'eI'filJ' af Iuuw. ILS., MA. SUBJECTS: Boys' P.E. SPONSORSHIP: Sophomore Class. Athletic Director COACH: Varsity Football SAM MURDOCK Nnrflrrwfyferzz Mirrouri Sizzle Teacbem' College, B.S.. MA.. Nartheraz Illizzoif L7I2il'6l',fifj' SU BJIHCTS: Driver Education, Practical Math SPONSORSHIP: Senior Class JOHN SMITH lv0l'll7E1'II Illinois' UI1i1'eI'I'ily, B,S. in Ed. SUBJECTS: Plane Geometry, Algebra I, Practical Math SPONSORSHIP! Sophomore Class COACH: Assistant Varsity Basketball, Foot- ball VICTOR WEDEMEYER MARIE ROLLINS JOSEPH S. ROLLINS DAVID JORDAL HAZEL PAYNE JOHN G. SARANTAKOS SANDRA PAUL TED LEWIS SAM IVIURDOCK JOIVII S WW awaafafm My CURRICULUM MENDOTA HIGH SCHOOL offers a Wide variety ot sub- jects to its students. The curriculum, Which includes looth college preparatory and vocational courses, has been se- lected with the aim ot satisfying the needs and desires ot the students. On the following pages we have attempted to show that each department has its share to offer in providing the basis from which intelligent, Well-rounded individuals de- velop. facial .ftudief stimulate interert in the past and present Mr, Waity uses cu relief map of the United States 'lo point out cr region of interest to Rick Gallagher. la, wfk MRS, SISLER teaches her Biology I students the anatomy of birds by TVVO PHYSICS students, Fred Wagner and Gwen Schmitz, use dissection and turthers their knowledge by assigning extra reading, ripple tank in their attempt to solve the mystery ol light. Science and mathematics P1 qJ6l1 6 .rtucientf for the future THESE MATH lV students, Torn Schmidt and Cheryl Koerper, motivated by their interest in hlgher mathematlcs, rise to the challenge oi ct dittzcult solid geometry problem. SOPHOMORE Paul Whgner points oui the place, cs his classmcxles listen to Roman clossxcs on the departmenfs tape recorder. Langua es leaa' with oral approach. . . FRENCH ll students use the tape recorder to extend the oral approach and read to help their sight translations. A bcslc understcmdmg ol other lcxn gucges is cn importcmi pcm of educcxtxon. THE FRESHMAN accelerated English class, under the direction ol Miss Maude Strauss, worked many extra hours an proj ects in connection with their study ol lvanhoe. J'l1'?.fJ' creativenesf in writing andprojkcts THESE IUNIOR English students are planmn the first edition of their literary magaz.ne, Roy Keyi was selected as ecitor and working closely TRAINING and experience in speech is a necessary lacet of leader with him are Carol Wright, Beth lflopps and Ronnie Kent, ship. Here Chuck Ciorba tells his classmates all about it. STUDENTS taking agriculture learn by doing . When the photographer came, Mr. Morns's boys were mst begxn- mng to paint a recently constructed loading chute. Vocational .fulajleczif provide valuable education . . . CLASSES tn xndustrtal arts give many boys th the many boys taking advantage ot thls opportumty. e bastc tralmng they wxll need whe n they select thelr' vocatxons, Ken Stauth and Iam Walters are two of HOME ECONOMICS is useful and important to many irls who plan to be homemakers in the near future. iere some senior girls are baking browntes, MISS PAUL helps two senior girls on their way to becoming secretaries. I l Secretatrial Practice classes have been dressing-up once a Week this year in preparation for their future vocatton. TYPING is classtlied as a commercial subject because it is essential to students entertng the field of businessg however, college bound students find this skill a special advantage and enroll in Personal Typing. 1 layxzkal Education keeps our bodzlef fit THE BOYS' physical education classes spent the winter months in Wrestling, Here Mr. Lewis referees a match. THE GlRLS dld culisthenics to keep their sylph-like figures, The seventh hour Class managed to do deep knee bends in unison for the photographer. LEARNING by demonstration, the Red Cross classes lor senzor girls, under the direction ot Mrs. Rollins, pre- pared themselves for the duties ol home nursmg. MAINTENANCE STAFFfIose-ph Sievens, Harold Becker, Roy Powers, and Harry Schultz, mght custodian SCIEEIICDOJL. SERVICES BUS DRIVERS-BACK ROW: C. Wiemcm. C. Skaggs, I Smrth, C. Wrlls, K. Holzrrer, E. Brown, W. Kcllhoe-fer, W. Frtzgerald- FRONT ROW: B. Waller, R. Davis, R Fetzer, N Spencer, R. Fitch, B Moss, C Hyde. 'CAFETERIA WORKERS AND HELPEHSS BACK ROW: K. Shilllette, I, Richards, D Schmldt, K Koehler, M. He-idrrrcrnn, l. Yost L Roth, L. Worsley, N. Lindenmrerg SEC- OND ROW: B, Iohnson, Mrs, Schlesinger Mrs. Kidd, Mrs, Srbi lroth, Mrs. Dunn Mrs. Truckenbrod, N. Olson: FIRST ROW: E. Smith, B Troul, B. Lindenmier, B, Hopps, M. Pullen, P. Ei-ch. In the clamfoom and oulg MHS student! keep bmy u 1 4 I ' . a D e 1 e 1 f Q r 1 Q 4 1 L A . A 0 x . 1. ' J' 5 'QA 5 'run . - , E . T 1 , . - x v A 'Q Q 1 ln. r 4 , f e 1. , a F 1 . 4 : s 1 4 1 K, N THE IUNIOR CLASS found themselves in a whirl of activity as upperclassmen. Their class officers were Carol Rich, president, Carol Wright, vice-president, and Kathy Corrigan, secretary-treasurer. The class steering committee, consisting of Corky Burley, Dave Davis, Karen Handley, Don Kettleborough, Bill Rider, Wayne Whitmore, Kathie Schmidt, and the officers, were capable leaders. The main class projects were 'Sweethearts' Swirl, a jam session, and the class play, Cheaper by the Dozen. As May nineteenth ap- proached, the juniors, headed by the prom co-chair- men, Diane Sonclergroth and Rich Medlar, Were busy with prom preparations. Their efforts revealed a 'iMid- night Fantasy, which Was their prom theme. Student Council members were Don Avery, leanne Biers, Corky Burley, Karen Handley, Kathy Piller, and Diane Sondgeroth, Homecoming attendants were Anita Setchell and Dave Davis. IUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS STANDlNG: Carol Wright, vice-president, SEATED: Carol Rich, president, Kathy Corrigan, secretary-treasurer. CLASS OFFICERS WHEN ARE our class rings going to be in? Their arrival pleased the entire sophomore class, who dis- played them proudly. The ring committee was com- posed of Kay Althaus, Linda Bunton, Cheryl Knopp, and Dennis Pohl and the class officers. Student Council representatives were Kay Althaus, Kathy Goebel, Kristy Miller, Linda Bunton, and Don Baker. Attendants for Homecoming were Linda Bun- ton and Steve Dancey, The sophomore class success- fully sponsored the Christmas dance, Winter Won- derlandf' GREEN ERESHMENH was the title given to the freshmen due to the fact that it took quite a while for them to learn where all their classrooms were located. The class of '65 selected class officers and Student Council representatives, Ioan Althaus, Rosemary Fa- ber, Barbara Stremlau, and Lynn Bragg. Homecoming attendants were Rosemary Faber and William Corrigan. lt was another great year in maga- zine sales for freshmen, again they were top salesmen of the school. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS tfar leftj STANDING: Alice Beetz, secretary- treasurer, lim Musick, vlcefprest- dent, SEATED: Barbara Carlson, president. FRESHMAN CILASS OFFICERS e tj STAND'NG: Phil Ca-rlson, vice- president, Deanna Sondqeroth, sec- retary-treasurer, SEATED: Bill Cor- rigan, president, IFTEZIEISIEBIIIMIIIEIIIN' MR, Dl P1ETRO'S HOMEROOM-BACK ROW: C. Bell, D. Black, C. Biederstedt, I. Archer, P. Brumley, I. Andrews, I. Bunton - OW: S. AA , C. Barrett, L. Arnold THIRD ROW: R. Booth, I. Brucker, I. Althaus, G, Budach, L. Bragg, P. Bates, SECOND R rles C. Ahleman, C. Callahan, B, Bromenschenkel, H, Burrighty FIRST ROW1 R. Auchstetter, S, Baile, P, Carlson, P, Baker, B Bodmerp ABSENT: Mr. Di Pietro, Adviser. l D Echelbar e R Despain R Duke R Carr G Cunf MRS. D1MMlCK'S HOMEROOM-BACK ROW: G. Childers, P, Cavegia, . g r, . , . , . , . ' ' C Ek t - SECOND ROW' P. Eich W. Corri ninghamg THIRD ROW: D. Cassidy, K. Doran, M, Didxer, D, Dfuen, D. Casstclv, . srom, . , - ' ' ' A. E h lbar er, T. Dalton, M. Daw gan, I. Clark, S. Czubachowskx, R, Daw, I, Eckhardtp FIRST ROW. B. Dmges, P. Corcoran, c e g Mrs. Dimmlck, Adviser, ABSENT: R. Chambers, E. Cole, I. Dalton. i MR. BEADS HOMEROOM-BACK ROW: F Fouts, G Fountain, D Frey, D Faulk, I En le, L. Gordon N I-' k- THIRD ROW: C. Hessenber er, R. Faber, D. Hoppe, I. Henkel, S. Harris, Heinzerethp SECOND RQOWZ M. Faulkner,-S. Llrgdnsen, P. Hcilev, D, Heimcin, 3 Frost, M. I-Ienkelsy FIRST ROW: W. Estes, N. Goslin, M. Harmon, R. Funlsinn, Mr. Beals, Adviser, AB- SENT, S. Fitzgerald. MR. SCOTT'S HOMEROOM-BACK ROW: T Kellen R. Kessel O. Kidd D, Keyl I. Keen D. Kidd M. Koer er TI-IIRD ROW: - . I fff. P 7 W. I-Iuls, G. Icxcob K. Icrcob, B. Krcztz, N. Iockson, K. Iones, SECOND ROW, I. Iohnson, I. Kaiser, M. Iucobs, I. Iecmguenut, D. Hrovotg FIRST ROW: D, I-Iochstctter, S. KI in, K. Kuntzi, Mr. Scott,Advise1. got into the min of things ar tl9ez'rjQ'1'.rt yearprogreizfed The clan' of 1965 had 'highv school Jpirit as they eagerhf MR. WARREN'S HOMEROOM-BACK ROW: K. McLoughlin, L. Miller, G. Mcihesius, L, Moore, D. Marshall, D, Neal, R. Millerg THIRD ROW: L. McAllister, D. Lcmbee, I. McCorn, P. Leuzinger, R. Miller, P. Mudge: SECOND ROW: P. Michel, R. Pember- lon, G. Lumoreux, G. Merriman, A Mcthesius, I. Mitchell, Mr. Warren, Adviserp FIRST ROW: L. LeFevre, M, Moss, K. O'Sod- nick, N. Lmdenrmer, R. Moore, M Mitchell, P. Loucks. OMEROOM BACK ROW B Sums R Schrnehr R Pillion G Sfhcmmel C Piller, C. Phdlen, I. Ridley, THIRD MR. RlEKE'S H - 1 . , . , . , . - , . ROVV: R. Roach, I. Schofield, A. Schcus, I, Reed'r, P. Schnuckel, M, Roach, SECOND ROVV: W. Polilsch M. Schwickeraih, M. Rhodes, P. Powers, L. Powers, B. Rhodes, FIRST ROW: R, Poisel, P. Sfirver, F, Reulner, T. Robeson, Mr. Rielce, Adviser. i I 4 MISS MOOREHS I-IOMEROOM-BACK ROW: B Stremlcxu, I. Tuille, D. Sommervilie, G. Sfezi, M, Vinceni, I.. Tomshc, R. Schif Ile-Hep THIRD ROW: I. Spcnier, M Scott, D. Stremluu, D. Trukonhfff' I Srncnier, D Trunkenbrod- SECOND ROV7' C. Sicin I. Sims, P, Suiion, I. Veii, D. Sondgeroth, S. Seichrll, Miss Moore, Adviser: FIRST ROW: B. Studebaker, D. Sondgiro h, E Stepheniich, S. Siickg ABSENT: V. Stevens. MR. HAGEN'S HOIVIEROOM-BACK ROVII: D. Vlofsiey, L, Walker, I. Yoft, R. Wuiek, E Wilhelm I. Whiimore, S. Werner THIRD ROW: L, Zimmerman, R. Vxlfiouqhby, I. Wilson, D. 'NI-ii1more, I Wade, D. Withrowy SECOND ROW: R, Weber, C. War neck, S, VV'iIson, B Vxfuidorig FIRST ROW: E. Young, K. Wixom, I. Yohn, Mr. I-Icgen,Adv1ser. articqaatea' in many extmcurrzkulm' activitiey at MHS MISS HORSKY'S HOMEROOM- BACK ROW: R. Becker, G. Beckel, I. Bentley, D. Carnahan, R Bohn, M. Beardsley, Miss Horsky d D B lc SECOND ROW P Borelli R Callahan M Adviserg THIRD ROW: R. Burkarl, R. Carcloi, K. Althaus, C. Brokaw, R. Bi: , . a er: . : . , . , Alireiion, I. Beetz, K, Becker, L. Bunton, A. Beetz, FIRST ROW: N. Barretl, G. Bauer, I. Baker, B. Carlson, M. Bauer: ABSENT: P m er. MRS. BENDER'S HOMEROOM - BACK ROW: D. Druen, S. Dancey, G. Donahue, L. Clark, I. Erbes, C. Carter, Mrs. Bender, Adviser THIRD ROW: M Eich, I. Cassidy, T. Dayton, M. Colley, I Dinges, S. Erwin- SECOND ROW: M. Christensen, B. Clines, C. Donohue N, Eich, C. Cliniteg FRONT ROW: I. Ellis, T. Dawes, I. Elston, C. Copper, F. Davis Q Q MR. SMlTH'S HOMEROOM - BACK ROW: C, Fosier, V. Funlsmn, C. Goebel, I. Hampton, I, Hanson, M, Hem, Mr. Smith, Adviser- THlRD ROW: F Holland, L. Henkel, R. Fischer, B. Higgins, R. Gregory, C. Garrison, SECOND ROW: B. Hochstcstter, M. Frey, C Harris, K. Goebel, S. Gehcmiy FIRST ROW: S. Hamann, P. Gillette, T. Guilloyle, ABSENT: I. Flaherty. MR. l.EWlS'S HOMEROOM - BACK HOW: C, Kreiser, P. Maher, R, Kuiler, I. Loeboch, I. Iones, M, L. Klinefeller, Mr, Lewis, Adviser THIRD ROW: B. Kessler, B, Iohnson, I. Iohns, W. Koizwinkel, R. Kozlowski, D. Klein, SECOND ROW: C. Knopp, B. Landers, P Munn, M. Klinefelter, S. Mulior, FIRST ROW: I. Kosiouros, B. Kessinger, S, Ke-ttleborough, S. Lorimor. Jponfored Cbriftmm dance on bl real Winter Wonderland D eve The Clem' of 1964 selected their lon -awaited class ringig , MR. MORRIS' HOMEROOM - BACK ROW: N. Olson, D. Pohl, L, Michel, D. Mcxlhesius, D. Parks, P. Mcxrrnion, Mr. Morris, Adviser, THIRD ROW: M. Mormion, I. Musick, S. Museor, G. Prisiick, P. Molhesius, D. Meade, SECOND ROW. D. Merriman, I. Pohl, M Olson, M. Olson, D. Merriman, L. Mortm, A. Possley, FIRST ROW: M. Piller, D. Moss, C. Phalen, K. Mxller. MISS STROUSS' HOMEROOM - BACK ROW. C, Scheidenhelm, M. Schmidt, I.. Scheidenhelm, P Scott, R Se-tchell, G. Rueiner, Miss Strouss, Adviser, THIRD ROW: M Sessler, R. Rose, S. Reeser, P. Schmidt, I. Slbiqtroth, M, Sims, SECOND ROW: B. Sheridan, K Price, L. Roth, D, Schmidt, P. Schmidt, I. Sums, M. Pullen, FIRST ROW: S. Schultz, N Rich, K, Scheidenhelrn, B. Smith, C. Rodike, I, Sheridan. l are Awsvnrpzrr, - me MR. MORGANS HOMEROOM - BACK HOW: R. Swisher, D. Ultch, R. Tasiad, K. Sondgeroth, R. Truckenbrod, Mr, Morgan, Adviser TH'RD ROW: K Slaulh, E. Sie-ele, P, Tower, W. Sramberger, D. Smith, SECOND ROW: E. Smlth, K. Starks, A. Tolan, B. Trout FIRST ROW: T. Smdebalcer, A. Steele, ABSENT: 'l'. Thompson, G. Smxth. MR. DOUGLAS' HOMEROOM - BACK ROW: L, Wittaan, D. VonDrehle-, I. Walker, R. Wexlzel, P, Wood, W, Wheeler, Mr. Douglas Adviser, THIRD ROW: K. Werling, R. Zolser, F. Wagner, P, l1Vagner, E. Vergin, SECOND ROW: B, Yohn, S. Wehmayer, I Walzer, R. Wenlz, D. Yost, FIRST ROW1 I, Weller, B. Vlncent, E. Wexler. wlazkb will .symbolize MHS memories in years to come J TINICRS STEERING COMMITTEE '- BACK ROW: D. Kettleborough, B. Rider, W. Whitmore, K. Schmidt, SECOND ROW: D. Davis, C, Rich, C. Wright, K, Handleyg HRST ROW: C, Burley, K, Corri- gun. MR. WAITY'S HOMEROOM - BACK ROW: I. Chnstmonn, G. Cassidy, L. Brewbcker, L Booth, I. Bates, C. Bodmer, Mr. Wcmy, Adviser, THIRD ROW I. Caldwell, I. Beiz, B. Beemer, B. Biers, I. Clines, D, Brown. SECOND ROW: N. Alshouse, D. Avery, C. Curr, I. Baker, P. Chandlery FIRST ROW: C, Bagley C. Burley, R. Eickeii, I. Biers, B. Booth. I 1 ff, ,,,- ,YAY . f4lfl'ffJ' 1 ,, fr ,' , , L f ,- ,L ff , ' JV . if - , 7 Qi' N . e 'flf' Us ' , 1, 2 . -. ,js H , ,11,.n:,' ,.f'-' -' ts ,y we , .1 . ,, .. x .1 I J' .,,1 f,. ' I4 W. v,' J W ' A I- , if ,r , W ,,, , , , , , , . ,L ' f' -V , ,. ' w '- Q 'J ' n,.f' , ' X fl, 'X WV WW, .xv,W,,,9 3' ,, ,IP ,, ,5- A ,, V Y, . f V 'f 1, w K. ' 1, .- . ,, . ,J , Q X . , A V , , ' nfl. 1 'wzlt Vw, . .W P ,L N,f' NM. nf ,, me , 4 , 1,34 3951. -1 f' 2 ' V, ,V v, . , ' 1 X ,, 1 , 1 ,. , ,, , Y . I , 1.1, 1- , , - cbqte Midnzgbt Fantasy at the theme for their first prom MR. GEHLERQS HQMEROOM - BACK Row: Mr. Gemef, Advise., F. Hahn, D. rumen, R. Haley, s mobs, H. Hemzefom, M. Hochstctterg THIRD Row. 1. Goebel, R. Gmiif W. Hanson, R. Jacob, K, Howardson, R. Gray, SECOND ROW: A. Iuhr, H. Gulixon, B. Greskxwcz, M, Hight, L. Hcun, R. Icxuch, FIRST ROW: G. Harmon, M, Henkel, K. Handley, B. Hopps, S, Gilmore. im 'W' gif., I2 W LS-' MR. BLOOMSTHANDNS HOMFROOM f BACK ROW: I, Larsen, Pl. Minot, D. Long, K, Klein, T. Neal, D. Murdock, Mr. Blcamslrand, Adviserg THIRD ROW: I. Iorclal, Fl. Kem, R Kellv, R. Keyt E. Meacham, D. Keilleharouqh, SECOND ROW, I Mfhnzel, M, Kaxser, R. Medlar, E Mitchell, C. Nelson, FIRST ROW: D. Malhesius, I. Lexse-r, M. Marshall, B. Lmdenrmer, W. McLaughlin, L. Mciaughlm, ABSENT: S. lanes. Clem of 1963 616126767 presented Cheaper by the Dozen 'Q MR. GOODENS HOMEROOM - BACK ROW: R Sander, D. Rlckard. A Schamm?l, T, Pohl, D. O'Br1en, l. Schlesmger, MT. Gooden, Advlserg THIRD ROW. G. Rxchsy, W. Schmzlhr, W, Hlder, C. Pettenger, K, Regex, R. Roth, SECOND ROW S Pcnsel, L. Prathsr, I. O'Sadmc:k, I R.cha.dsg FIRST ROVJ: D. Prentice, P. Parsons, C. Rich, K. Plller, K Rogers, f WYTXCSWZIH -594fE'-55 6'5'P7f5fiQ' 151-1' WGN it ' f 'fs MRS, LIPKBS HOMEROOM - BACK ROW: D. Sondgeroth, T. Schmiit, B. Srniih, I. Siem, G. Smith, Mrs. Lipke Adviser, THIRD ROW: G. Suiion, G Skaggs, B. Swisher, R. Sheridan, M. Simpson, R. Spamer, SECOND ROW: D. Sondgeroth, R. Schwemlem, I, Slrernlcu, K. Schmidtg FIRST ROW: A Setehell, S. Slauth, Y. Sondgerotli, M. Siuber. a hilarious comedy for their first dramatic produrtion MRS. FISCHERS I-IOMEROOM - BACK ROW: T. Yosi, D. Wujeck, I. Swope, D. Zmlce, W Whitmore, I. Walters, Mrs. Fischer, Advlserg THIRD ROW: S Wilson, S. Worsley, G Tower, C. Zinlce, H, Williams, B. Weber, SECOND ROW: B. Untz, M. Vickery, L. Worsley, C. Zimmerman, L. Weiler, FIRST ROW P, Toadvine, I. Zinke, N. Winner, C Wright, Absent: E. Zimmerlein. .,.,., ,,.,, . .. .,.., , ,,.,., . , SENIOR. I-IISTCJIRSZ' THE CLASS OF l962 started their four year trek with a little advantage. During the first semester of our freshman year, the upperclassmen were too busy dodging workmen and paint buckets to give us a hard time. But then, trying to get to class on time was at first a feat accomplished only by a few. With the help of our class advisers Mr. Bieke, Miss Moore, Mrs, Haines, Mr. Warren, Mr, Hagen, Mr. DiPietro, and Mr. Altizer, we soon gained our self-confidence. Barbara Pfeiffer, joan Beetz, and Marlene Lau were elected as class president, vice-president, and secretary-treas- urer, respectively. Our first Homecoming was held at Northbrook because the new gym was not completed, Barbara Rider and jack Phalen were our Homecoming attendants then, Representing the class of '62 in the Student Council were Sylvia Cole, Mary Campbell, Amy Kuehl, and Mike Hinkle. Despite the fact that the cafeteria didn't operate the first semester and gym classes consisted of sitting in the auditorium doing homework, we survived the first year battle with the upperclassmen and lived through a very short summer recess to return as soph- omores. Using the Greek derivation of the word soph- omore-sophs Cwisej and moros tfooll-we can recall that year perfectly. Much of our sophomore stay was spent in waiting for our class rings. Betty Larabee, Ruth Keefe, Carol Faulk, Doug K. Miller, Becky Rollins, Mary Campbell, and Diane Zimmerman, the ring com- mittee, joined with officers Dick jones, Marlene Lau, and Mary Cotton in picking three styles of rings for the sophomores to vote on. Student Council members Amy Kuehl, Nancy Guilfoyle, Mary Campbell, Peg O'Neill, and Mike Hinkle aided in the '59 Homecoming activities, in which attendants Linda Loebach and john Hartt represented us. One of the projects of the year for the sophomores was a record hop. Advisers Mr. Hagen, Mr. Rieke, Miss Moore, Mr, Warren, Mr. Altizer, Mrs. Haines, and Mr. DiPietro were a big help to us then. No sooner did we have our rings than it seemed as if we stepped into a time machine and came out juniors. Two memorable years had passed quickly, and the two left promised to go even faster. Our class had added responsibilities in our junior year with the prospect of the gala Prom. Thus, many projects had to be undertaken that year. Many of our plans were made by the junior steering committee, which con- sisted of Tom Schmidt, class president, Sue Carlson, vice-president, Cheryl Koerper, secretary-treasurer, Corky Ambler, Gayle Moss, Becky Rollins, Doug T. Mil- ler, jack Herbert, Marty Kerns, and Chuck Ciorba. Help- ing co-ordinate other school events throughout the year were Student Council members Mike Hinkle, Mary Campbell, Amy Kuehl, Cheryl Walton, Cherryl Andrews, and Peg O'Neill. Two '62ers who won't for- get the l96U Homecoming were Ruth Keefe and Dick jones, our junior attendants. Spring brought not only rain, but the juniors' first attempt as actors. 'Best Foot Forward, a three act comedy presented March 23 and 24, saw much teamwork and last minute changes. Mike Hinkle took the part of an innocent young man caught between two females, a funny situation off-stage and even funnier on stage. The cast agreed that they had as much fun presenting the play as the audience had OUR IUNIOR PLAY-Much hard Work and fun were combined to make our junior play both a success and a lasting memory in the minds of the cast meme bers, who were L. Fischer, R. Hilst, I. Kern, S. Dean, P. lseminger, S. Carlson, R. Keeie, M. Hinkle, M. Smith, M. Kerns, M. Heidmann, I. Engle, G. Barth, M. Mathesius, D. Weber, A. Kuehl, N. Greisen, I. Herbert, and T. Schm Watching it, if not more. Right on the heels of the junior play was the long- awaited Prom. Entitled Sayonara, the prom was a big success, due mainly to the effort of the committee members and willing class workers. The unforgettable Post-Prom, sponsored by the Elks and Lions, proved to be too much for some of us who weren't night owls. However the next day found many juniors scattered for picnics at the various parks. Faculty chairmen Mr. Hagen and Miss Moore held most of the responsibility for planning the Prom. The other junior advisers, Mr, Warren, Mrs, Haines, Mr. Rieke, Mr. DiPietro, and Mr. Beals proved to be the source of much help and ad- vice, All of a sudden We're seniors. Few can recall Where the time went, but the sad fact is that it's gone forever. We chose to lead the class of l962 through the fourth and final year: Ron Hilst, presidentg Tom Schmidt, vice- president, and Carol Faulk, secretary-treasurer. Doug T. Miller, Marty Kerns, jim Chaon, Lois Fisher, Terry Schammel, Dave Weber, and Dick jones represented their home rooms in the steering committee. They planned class activities with our advisers for the final year, Miss Breese, Mrs. Doenier, Mr. Doenier, Mr. Workun, Miss Payne, Mr. Murdock, and Miss Paul. Mrs. Doenier was the faculty chairman. Whipping together Homecoming activities, Ber- muda Day, bus rides and other services, the Student Council had seniors Mike Hinkle, Amy Kuehl, Cheryl Walton, Mary Campbell, Norm Greisen, Terry Scham- mel, and Dave Weber to insure their success. Our royal Homecoming couple were Ruth Keefe and Ron Iohn- son. The senior attendants were Lois Fischer and joe Marmion. Between watching our champion Trojans on the football field and the basketball court, the seniors managed to slip in the class play, The Angry Twelve. Thanks to Mr. Warren's patient and skillful directing, the play was a success. Ioe Marmion and Mike Hinkle battled right through the three acts of jury room drama, and the fine acting of the whole cast produced a night's entertainment from the difficult literary creation. Atodnem financing faced us at the beginning of the senior school year. After selling magazine sub- scriptions, play tickets, and movie tickets, the class of '62 could probably sell ice boxes to Eskimos. Freezing feet and fingers and blue lips typified the concession stand workers during the football season, Selling dur- ing basketball games was often slowed down because of the temptation to watch our boys play ball. After surviving the record-breaking basketball season and all the week-end dances and parties, we came to the biggest event of the year, the Prom and the Post-Prom. We can't retell all the memorable or funny ex- periences of the class of l962, We think they were the best yet to come out of MHS. But as we leave Mendota High School, We will leave a part of us behind and will take a bit of MHS with us. This exchange won't be in a ledger or journal, but it will be there just the same. Thus, by looking back, we can face the future. .fenionr 6l1'l.X'Z'01fLi'61 awclitgma'uatz'011 - une L 1962 ONE of the last duties of the seniors every year is that of measuring for their caps and gowns to be worn at bacca- laureate and commencement excercises. TIEIEI CLASS OF 1962 CAROL FAULK Secretary-Treasurer RON HILST President TOM SCHMIDT Vice-President MARTIN KERNS MIKE HINKLE MARY COTTON BILL BIERS JOAN BEETZ WILLIAM VOGELSANG MARY FAITH CAMPBELL IAN HUSS BARBARA FUNFSINN MARK HEIDMANN NANCY GUILFOYLE RAY MICHEL ROBERT VICKREY Our class ofhcers and udvxsers d1d most of the planmng for our cchvxhes cmd money-mukmg prolects. Mrs. Doemer was the Ioculiy chairman, and Miss Breese, the Aiodnem Adviser. The clcss officers were Ron Hilst, Tom Schmidt, and Carol Fuulk, RICHARD JONES TERRY SCHAMIVIEL FRED MANN JACK PHALEN RUTH ANNE KEEFE PATTY MASEAR RONALD JOHNSON SUE CARLSON LINDA MILLER PAM ISEIVIINGER TE-IE STEERING COMMITTEE were responsible for mcxklnq decxslons about our class c1ctxv1ties, STANDING1 T. Schmidt, 'If Schc:mmeI, D Innes, L. Flscher, EI. H1Ist, D. Weber, Miss Breese, D, T. M1IIex, M Kerns. SEATED: Mr. Workum, Mr. Doenier, Mrs Doemer, Miss Paul, Miss Payne, C. Fcxulk, Mr. Murdock, SANDY KERCHNER IAN THOMPSON RUSSELL MENZEL CHERYL KOERPER FREDERICK WAGNER JOE MARMION BARBARA RIDER BECKY ROLLINS DOUG MILLER RUTH ANN MAUS JIM CHAON CHERRYL LEE ANDREWS CARLOS AMBLER MARLENE LAU JOHN ROGER KIDD BARBARA PFEIFFER CHARLES BETZ CONNIE ARCHER WILLIAM G. WILLIAMS GAYLE MOMENY HARRY E. OSSMAN CATHY FUNFSINN ROGER BAUER GAYLE MOSS AMY KUEHL FRED ELLIOTT JOHN T. HARTT MARTHA SMITH MARY LOU GEHANT LINDA LOEBACH THOMAS W. LOBBINS BARBARA METZEN JOHN A. KERN ANN KERNS PATRICIA DEE KRETZ DUANE E. BODMER NANCY SONDGEROTH PATRICIA ENGELHAUPT MARY CLARE MATHESIUS MICHAEL MOSS ROSEMARY STIMAC GEORGIA BAUMANN ON THESE PAGES is our at- tempt to portray all the phases of MHS: the place, the people, the Work, and the play. And now We present to you the 1962 yearbook. . . This is the Atodnern. .. The Followem x 1 . g , 1- n . . ... ,, . , 4 1 , 9 ' X - , 0 Q . s . . ., , Q 5 4 -1 - 4 , .. I' - 5 Q Q .-. s . 1 r- ' 1. n f wQ+wMMQQMJbWfMQ?ww wmMwdw2W+QMHfMfWMjw W Wg , ,gyamb I W Mfib MM f c V2J wDfLQf M www giw MMM - 31.20-2 ' -' ' k' A D , ' f fv 'C ' I wifbd Cs 5' P 4f5WWJ ' QfwwwwQ?bWfQ5WmgMf?W - 7,MimQg 2110 ff w 'QQP ' Q . 9 I ' T fl?-f'mam.,4Z,,.,,. f . -- A ' ' ' I A J-4,4-Q D .' . 'Pu- V U 5 1 -ww O Daaer and Mrs. Mildred Canepa. V V MRS BETTY RADEFELD is the secretary in the Student Affairs Otlice. Here she is busy typing the honor roll. IAMES WILLIAMS, secretary-business manager, spent many extra hours securing regional and sectional tournament tickets for the home town fans. THE SECHETARIES and the business man- ager form a very necessary and important part of the administration at Mendota High School. Mrs. Radefeld is Mr. Doenier's personal sec- retary, plus being a great help to the guidance staff. Mrs, Canepa is Mr. Price's personal secre- tary in addition to assisting Mrs. Bader and Mr. Williams with the general business affairs of the school. Mr, Williams, as business manager, performs the duties of purchasing school supplies, filing state and federal reports, and maintaining the general upkeep of the school plant. I, W. PRICE, Superintendent ol Schools and Principal ot Mendota High School, has successfully completed his seventh year at MH S. CTLTIIR, PRINCIPALS LLOYD DOENIER is the Assistant Principal, Dean of Boys and an important member ot the Guidance Stott. OUR PRINCIPALS, Mr. Price and his assistant, Mr. Doenier, strive constantly to advance the standards of Mendota High School. They keep our school up to date on the newest methods of teaching, study, and guidance. Mr. Price received his BS. and M.S. degrees trom the University ot Illinois. He is extremely active in his sup- port of all scholastic activities and is well known tor his excellent administrative abilities. Mr. Price has brought about many needed changes and improve- ments during his seven years at MHS, Mr. Doenier received his BA. degree at North Ceri- tral College and his MA. at the University of Wiscon- sin. He counsels students concerning their academic programs, handles disciplinary problems and sched- ules all extra-curricular activities. Both Mr, Price and Mr. Doenier are sincerely inter- ested in the students of Mendota High and consistently go out of their Way to help them, THE CONCESSION STAND is familiar to those seniors who helped in this important money-making project. Those who did most of the organizing are I, Kem, T. Schmidt, R. Hiist, G. Barth, and Miss Breese. VICTOR KAZLOWSKI KATHY KOSTOUROS SUSAN SCHAIVIIVIEL VERA IVI. BECKER ALICE FAYE BAUER JOAN LUCILLE DALTON CAROL M. SCHMIDT JOANNE FENWICK CHARLES P. CIORBA CHERYL WALTON A HIGHLIGHT of The year was in November, when our senior pxciures cnrrlved. Here, Iohn Harit cmd Tom Lobbms Took at cx large poriroit, while Pam Iseminger shows Iohn Kern one of her colored pictures. PATRICIA A. DONAHUE IACQUELINE ANN WELLS REINER G. RADTKE PATRICIA NI. HOERNER BRENDA PALMATIER BETTY GRAY DAVE WEBER RUTH ELSESSER LINDA LADENBURGER LESLIE IVIATHESIUS SHARON KLEIN KATHLEEN MONTAVON KENNETH R. DAVIS ALICE CAROL TOWER LESLIE KING KATHRYN A. SMITH RUTH ANN ENGELS DOUG T. MILLER KAREN MARIE WALKER LARRY BARRETT KAREN SHIFFLETTE GWEN SCHMITZ JANET ENGLE WILLIAM B. MOTTER PEG 0'NEILL CHARLES MCLAUGHLIN T J TERESA L. POISEL JOANNE MARIE RICHARDS JOHN C. HERBERT SANDRA BARBRE GEORGE BARTH BETTY LARABEE GARY FRANSEN SUE ANN DEAN JOHN EDWARD SCOTT NANCY L. LONGBEIN AGNES C. MELLOTT TOM CZUBACHOWSKI KENNETH D. STAUTH MARY JANE MELLOTT HELEN DESPAIN THOMAS R. UNTZ JUDITH ANN ZINKE COIVIMENCEMENT SPEAKERS: Ron Hxlst, Mxke Hinkle, Pam Iseminger, Sue Carlson, Marlene Lau. A LOIS K. HENKEL WILLIAM K. SAMS LOIS FISCHER KAREN ZIMMERMAN NORMAN GREISEN RICHARD SCHOLL DIANE ZIMMERMAN BARBARA HARMON ROBERT L. MYERS MARY DAVIS SENIOR. CARLOS AMBLER Steering Committee 3, FFA 1, 2, 3, 4, Foot- ball 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, ATODNEM: I-'i- nance 4 CHERRYL LEE ANDREWS Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 1, Aedile 1, GAA 1, 2, 3, 4, Student Council 3, French Club 3, 4, Drama Club 2, 3, Contest Play Cast, Committee 3, BAND: Concert, Pep, Marching 1, 2, 3, 4, Dance 2, 3, 4, Contest, Ensemble, Soloist, Section Leader 3, 4, Festi- val 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 CONNIE ARCHER Class Play Committee 4, White Collar Club 3, 4, Drama Club 2, 3, FHA 2, BAND: Concert, Pep 1, 2, 3, 4, Ensemble 2, 3, 4, Soloist, Con- test 4, Marching 1, 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 SANDRA BARBRE Prom Committee 3, FHA 1, 2, 3, 4, Parlimen- tarian 2, GAA 1, 2, 3, 4, Class Play Commit- tee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 LARRY BARRETT Prom Committee 3: Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Track 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 GEORGE BARTH Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Quaestor 1, NFL 2, 3, 4, Class Play Cast 3, Committee 4, Contest Play Committee 3, Debate 1, 2, ATODNEM: Activities Editor, Equipment Stott, Finance 4 ALICE FAYE BAUER Prom Committee 3, Class Play Committee 3, Usher 4, White Collar Club 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 ROGER WILLIAM BAUER Prom Committee 3, Class Play Cast 4, Com- mittee 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 GEORGIA BAUMANN White Collar Club 3, 4, Class Play Commit- tee 3, 4, BAND: Concert 1, 2, 3, 4, Contest 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 VERA M. BECKER Art Club 3, 4, FHA 1, Class Play Committee 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' 1, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IOAN BEET2 Class Vice-President 1, Prom Committee 3: Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4, National Honor Society 2, 3, 4, FHA 4, Pages 3, 4, Class Play Com mittee 4, Contest Play Committee 3, Speech Contest 2, FTA 2, 3, Librarian 2, ATODNEM. Finance, Co-Editor, Senior Editor 4 CHARLES VAUGHN BET2 Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, CHORUS: Mixed 1, 2, Choir, Soloist 3, 4, Ensemble, Contest 2, 3, 4, Festival 2, 3, All-State 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 BILL BIERS French Club 3, Class Play Committee 3 4, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4' Basketball 1: Track 1, 2, ATODNEM. Finance 4 DUANE E. BODMER Prom Committee 3, Art Club 4, FFA 1, 2, DO Club 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 MARY FAITH CAMPBELL Rina Committee 2- Prom Committee 3, FI-IA 1, GAA 1, 2, 3, Student Council 1, 2 3, 4, Com- mittee Chairman 4, French Club 3, 4, BAND. Concert, Pep, Marching 1, 2, 3, 4, Ensemble, Soloist, Contest 3, 4, Festival 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 SUE CARLSON Class Vice-President 3, Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 1, 2, 3, National Honor Societv 2, 3, 4, GAA 1, 2. 3, 4, French Club 3, Class Play Cast 3, Contest Plav Cast 3, Speech Contest 2, 3, Drama Club 3 Vice-President 3- White Collar Club 4, CHORUS: Girls' 1, ATODNEM: Activities Stott, Finance 4 IIM CHAON Steering Committee 4, French Club 3, Class Play Committeef3, Football 1, Basketball l, Track 1, ATODNEM: Finance 4 CHARLES P. CIORBA Steering Committee 3, Prom Committee 3- Camera Club 1: NFL 1, 2, 3, 4, French Club 4, Class Play Cast 4, Contest Play Cast 3, 4, Debate 1, BAND: Concert 1, 2, 3, 4, En- semble, Contest, Pep, Dance 2, 3, 4, Soloist 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4, Speech Contest 4 STATISTICS MARY COTTON Class Sec.-Treasurer 2, Ring Committee 2, Prom Committee 3, FHA 4, GAA 1, 2, 3, 4. French Club 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, FNA 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' 1: ATODNEM tinance 4, Pages 4 THOMAS CZUBACHOWSKI Prom Committee 3, DO Club 3, 4, BAND. 'Training 1, Class Play Committee 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 IOAN LUCILLE DALTON FHA 1, 4, CHORUS: Girls' 1, Class Play Committee 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 KENNETH R. DAVIS Hammond High School, Hammond, Indiana, I, Rocktord West High, Rocktord, 1, 2, Prom Committee 3 MARY DAVIS Prom Committee 3, FNA 3, 4, Latin Club l 2, GAA 2, 3, Pages 4, French Club 3, 4 Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 SUE ANN DEAN Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4, GAA 1, 2, French Club 3, 4, Class Play Cast 3, FTA 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 HELEN DESPAIN Prom Committee 3, Art Club 4, Class Plav Committee 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4, Pages 4 PATRICIA A. DONAHUE Camera Club 4, Latin Club 2, 3, 4, FHA l, GAA 2, French Club 3, BAND' Training l, 2, Concert, Dance 3, 4, Pep 1, 2, 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, Student Director 4: Debate 3: ATODNEM: Finance 4 FRED ELLIOTT Prom Committee 3, Latin Club l, 2, Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 RUTH ELSESSER Prorn Committee 3, Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4: GAA 1, 2, 3, 4, French Club 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' 1, Mixed 2, Choir, Festival 3, 4, En- semble, Contest 2, 3, 4, Class Play Commit- tee 3, 4- Contest Play Committee 3, FNA 3, 4, Vice-President 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 PATRICIA ENGELHAUPT LaSalle-Peru-High School, LaSalle, 1, 2, 3- CHORUS: Mixed 4 IANET LORRAINE ENGLE Kingston High School, Genoa, I Semester, Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 1, FHA 4, GAA 1, 3, 4, French Club 3, 4, CHORUS: Mixed 1, Choir 3, 4, Ollicer, Festival 4, Soloist, En- semble, Contest, Accompanist 1, 3, 4, All State 4, BAND: Concert 1, 2, 3, 4, Ensemble, Con- test 1, 3, 4, Soloist 4, Pep, Marching 2, 3, 4, Dance 3, 4, Class Play Cast 3, Contest Play Cast 3, FTA 4, Drama Club 3, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 RUTH ANN ENGELS Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 1, FHA 4, GAA 1, 2, 3, Class Play Committee 3, FNA 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Activities Stati 4 CAROL FAULK Class Sec.-Treasurer 4, Ring Committee 2, Prom Co-chairman 3, Latin Club 1, 2, 3, Na- tional Honor Soc. 2, 3, 4, FHA 4, GAA 1, 2, 3, 4, Point Chairman 3, Basketball Manager 4- BAND: Concert 1, 2, 3, Festival, Ensemble, Contest 3, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Usher 3, Contfst Play Committee 3, ATODNEM: Fi- nance IOANNE FENWICK Prom Committee 3, FHA l, 2 3, 4, Point Chairman 4, Paaes 4: CHORUS: Girls' l. Mixed 2, Choir, Festival 3, 4, Soloist 3, Con- test, Ensemble 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 LOIS FISCHER Steering Committee 4, Prom Committee 3, FHA 1, 4, GAA 2, 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' 1: Class Play Cast 3, Usher 4, Cheerleader 4, Homecoming Attendant 4, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4, White Collar Club 4 GARY FOSTER Mid-term Graduate GARY FRANSEN Football, Varsity 3, 4 BARBARA A. FUNFSINN Prom Committee 3, Art Club 3, 4: FHA 3, 4, Public Relations 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Usher 3, ATODNEM: Finance, Cover Sales, Clerical Stott 4 CATHY MARIE FUNFSINN Marquette High School, Ottawa, Illinois 1 Prom Committee 3, FHA 3, 4, Vice President 4, GAA 1, Class Play Committee 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 MARY LOU GEHANT GAA 3, Pages 4, Sec.-Treasurer, ATODNEM: finance 4 BETTY GRAY 1-HA 1, Z, 3, 4, GAA l, CHORUS: Girls', Choir, Ensemble, Contest, Festival 3, 4, Class 1-'lay Cast 4, Committee 3, Hi-Lite Reporter, 1-'eature Writer 4, t'NA 3, 4, ATODNENI. l-'i- nance 4 NORMAN GREISEN Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 2, 3, National Honor Society 3, 4, Student Council 4, Class Play Cast 3, Committee 4, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 NANCY GUILFOYLE l-from Committee 3, FHA 2, 3, 4, President 4, treasurer 3, GAA 1, 2, 3, 4, Social Chairman 4, Student Council 2, CHORUS: Girls' l, Nlixed 2, Choir J, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Cheerleader l, 2, 3, 4, Captain 2, 4, FNA J, 4, DAR Award 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Home Room Co-Editor, Cover Sales 4 BARBARA ANN HARMON La Salle Peru High School, La Salle l, 2: Prom Committee 3, Art Club 3, Sec -'treasurer 3, FHA 3, GAA 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IOHN T. HARTT Prom Committee 3, CHORUS: Mixed, Ensem- ble 1, 2, Contest 2, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Football 1, 2, 3, Varsity 3, Basketball l, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Homecoming Attendant 2, ATODNEM: linance 4 MARK HEIDMANN Camera Club, President 4, Latin Club 1, 2, 3, National Honor Society 2, 3, 4, President 4, NFL 3, 4, CHORUS: Mixed l, 2, Boys' l, Choir 4, Contest, Ensemble l, 2, 4, Festival 2, Accompanist 4, Contest Accompanist 2, 3, 4. Contest Piano Solo 3, 4, Soloist 4, Class Play Cast 3, 4, Contest Play Cast 3, Debate 3, 4, Varsity 4, Speech Contest 2, 3, 4, Football 4, Varsity 4, Golf 2, 3, 4, FTA 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Public Address 4 LOIS K, HENKEL Saint Mary's Academy, Springfield l, Prom Committee 3, Class Play Committee 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 IOHN C. HERBERT Steering Committee 3, Prom Committee 3, French Club 3, Class Play Cast 3, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 RON H1LS'I' Class President 4, Steering Committee 4, Prom Co-Chairman 3, National Honor Society 2, 3, 4, Vice-President 4, Student Council 4, NFL 1, Z, 3, 4, French Club 3, 4, President 3, CHORUS: Boys, Choir 1, BAND: Concert. Pep, Ensemble, Contest 1, 2, 3, 4, Dance 2, 3, 4, Equipment Manager 3, 4, Fr. Repre- sentative l, Class Play Cast 3, Committee 4, Contest Play Committee 3, Varsity Debate 2, 4, Speech Contest 1, 2, 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Equipment Manager, Concession Chairman 4 MIKE HINKLE Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4. Quaestor 2, Aedile 1, Student Council l, 2, 3, 4, President 4, Vice-President 3, NFL 3, 4, Vice-President 4, BAND: Concert, Pep 1, 2, 3, Contest, Ensemble 1, 2, Festival 3, Class Play Cast 3, 4, Debate 3, 4, Varsity 4, Speech Con- test 3, Golf 2, Hi-Lite Co-Editor 4, Feature Writer, Proot Reader, Reporter, Photographer 4, FTA4 4, Sec,-Treasurer 4, ATODNEM: Fi- nance PATRICIA M. HOERNER Mount Saint Clare Academy, Clinton, Iowa 1, FHA 3, 4, French Club 3, Class Play Com- mittee 3, 4, Usher 3, FNA 3, 4, White Collar Club 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 LINCOLN FIRST GRADE, 135351 - BACK ROW: Miss Possetti, Linda Miller, Gayle Moss, George Barth, Donna Lemmer, Gayle Momeny, Alice Tower, Mrs. Forth, FOURTH ROW: lean Mathesius, Carolyn Carr, - , Marlene Lau, Ioan Dalton, Barbara Rider, Sue Schammel, Georgia Baumann, Carolyn Gibbs, Margo Vffesterman, THIRD ROW: Toby Schlick, K. Reeder, Iirn Vogelsang, Mary Campbell, Amy Kuehl, Barbara Bierwerth, Barbara Pfeiller, Sylvia Cole, Gary Skaggs, SECOND ROW: Charles McLaughlin, Barbara Ashcraft, C. Aken, Ruth Maus, Bill Kobush, Iudy Mealey, , lim Walters, I. Fultz, Barbara Billings, Kay Frazier, FIRST ROW: Paul Durham, Richard Herron, Terry Orlow, Robert McKensie, Gary Karitz, Ron Iohnson, -i-, William Shuttler, Tom Lobbins. IAN HUSS Prom Committee 3, Latin Club I 2, 3, 4, Na! tional Honor Society 2, 3, 4, GAA 2, 3, 4, Class Play Committee 4, Usher 4, Hi-Lite 3, 4, Feature Writer, Proof Reader, Reporter, Literary Editor 4, ATODNEM: Iunior Staff Member 3, Finance, CafEditor, Faculty Edi- tor, Cover Sales 4 PAM ISEMINGER Riverdale High School, Port Byron, Illinois l Semester, National Honor Society 3, 4, Pages 3, 4, Vice-President 4, French Club 3, 4, CHORUS' Girls' I, Class Play Cast 3, 4. Student Director 3, Contest Play Committee 3, FNA 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Activities Staff 4 RONALD IOHNSON Rock Falls High School, Rock Falls I, 2, Prom Committee 3, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Football 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Basketball 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Track 3, 4, Homecoming King 4: Hi-Lite Sports Writer, Reporter 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 RICHARD IONES Class President 2: Steering Committee 4. Ring Committee 2, Prom Committee 3, French Club 3, 4, Vice President 3, Class Play Com- mittee 3T 4, Football l, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Co-Captain 4, Basketball I, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4- Track I, 2, 3, 4, Homecoming Attendant 3, SAR Award 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 VICTOR KAZLOWSKI Prom Committee 3, DO Club 3, 4, BAND' Pep, Training I, 2, Concert 2, Class Play Committee 3, Football l, 2, Golf 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 RUTH ANNE KEEFE Prom Committee 3, Latin Club I, FHA 4, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, President 4 Se-c.eTreasurer 3, French Club 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' I, BAND: Pep, Concert I, 2, 3, 4 Ensemble, Contest I, 3, Dance 4, Festival 3, Fr Representative I, Class Play Cast 3, 4' Contest Play Cast 3, 4, Homecomina Attendant 3, Queen 4- Hi- Lite Reporter 3, FTA 2, Drama Club 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 SANDY KERCHNER Prom Committee 3, FHA l, 2, 3, 4, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Bowling Manager 2, CHORUS: Girls' I Contest Play Cast 3, Class Play Usher 4, Cheerleader 4, White Collar Club 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Activity Stall 4 IOI-IN A. KERN Prom Committee 3- FFA l, 2 3, 4, President 3, 4, Reporter 2, BAND: Trainina, Peo I, 2, Class Plav Cast 3, 4: ATODNEM: Finance, Sports Staff, Cover Sales, Layout Recorder 4 ANN KERNS Prom Committee 3, FHA I 2- FNA 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 MARTIN KERNS Steerina Committee 3, 4, Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 2, 3, Class Play Cast 3, Contest Play Cast 4, Football I, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Basketball I, 2, Track l, 2, Golf 3, Hi-Lite Sports, Proof Reader, Reporter, Photographer 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IOHN ROGER KIDD FFA I, 2, 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 LESLIE KING DO Club 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 SHARON KLEIN Earlville High School, Earlville, I, Prom Com- mittee 3, Latin Club 2, FHA 3, GAA 2, 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 CHERYL ELIZABETH KOERPER Class Sec,-Treasurer 3, Steering Committee 3, Prom Committee 3, Latin Club l, 2, 3, 4, Aed'le I, National Honor Society 2. 3, 4, FHA 4: GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Pages 4, FTA 2, 3 4, BANDz Concert, Contest, Marching, Ensemble, Pep l, 2, 3, 4, Festival 3. 4. Soloist, Dance 4, Class Play Committee 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 KATHERINE KOSTOUROS Prom Committee 3, FHA l, 4: GAA l, 2, 3, 4, Pages 4, French Club 3, Class Play Com- igiitt?-e4 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Activities ld PATRICIA DEE KRETZ Prom Committee 3, Camera Club 4, Vice- President 4, Art Club 3, Sec.-Treasurer 3, GAA l, 2, 3, 4, Pages 3, French Club 3, 4, BAND: Concert I, CHORUS: Mixed l, 2, Choir, Contest 2, 3, 4, Ensemble I, 2, 3, 4, Festival 2, 4, All State 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Contest Play Cast 3, Committee 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 AMY KUEI-IL Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 2, 3, 4, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Basketball Manager 3, Baseball Manager 4, Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4, Vice- President 4, Committee Chairman 3, CHORUS: Mixed 2, Choir, Soloist, Ensemble, Contest 4, BAND: Concert, Pep I, 2, 3, 4, Section Leader, Ensemble, Soloist, Contest, Festival 2, 3, 4, Drum Major 3, 4, Class Play Cast 3, 4- Speech Contest 4, Drama Club 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 LINDA LADENBURGER Latin Club 2, 3, 4, GAA 3, 4, Pages 4, BAND: Concert, Pep I, 2, 3, 4, Ensemble, Contest 3, 4, Festival 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Drama Club 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 BETTY LARABEE Rina Committee 2, Prom Committee 3, FHA I, 2, 3, 4, Basketball Manager 3, Baseball Officer 4, Contest 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IVIARLENE LAU Class Vice-President I, Sec.-Treasurer 2, Ring Committee 2, Prom Co-Chairman 3, Na- tional Honor Society 2, 3, 4, Sec.-Treasurer 4, FHA I, 2, Historian 2, GAA 2, 3, 4, Pages 4, President 4, French Club 3, 4, Sec.-Treas- urer 3, CHORUS: Girls' l, Officer l, Mixed 2, Choir, Contest, Festival 3, Accompanist I, 2, 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Hi-Lite Feature Writer, Proof Reader 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 THOMAS W. LOBBINS DO Club 4, CHORUS: Mixed 2, Football 1, 2, 3, Varsity 35 Track 2, ATODNEM: Finance BLACKSTONE FIRST GRADE - BACK ROW' -4- Ruth Keate, Charles Betz, Mrs. Bruckner, Iim Shrock, Bill Sams, Harry Ossmon, THIRD ROW: Mark'Heidmann, Mary' Ellen Riestad, -, Leslie King, Diane Dial, Sharon Ross, Ioanne Fenwick, Carol Faulk, SECOND ROW: Iackie Wells, -if Cheryl Koerper, l-ly Bob Vickrey, Lois Fischer, Ruth Elsesser, Ioan Beetz, FIRST ROW' Iim Katzwinkel, Bob Schmelieu, --l-, Barb Metzen, Michael Moss, Trudy --lg Sue Carlson, Terry Yost. LINDA LOEBACH Prom Committee 3, Latin Club l, 2, FHA 4, GAA 3, 4, BAND: Concert, Pep, Contest l. 2, 3, 4, Ensemble l, 2, 4, Soloist, Librarian. Baton Twirler 3, 4, Section Leader, Festival 4, Class Play Cast 4, Committee 3, Home- coming Attendant 2, FTA 4, Vice-President 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 NANCY L. LONGBEIN Prom Committee 3, Art Club 3, FHA I, 2, 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Usher 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 FRED MANN Prom Committee 3, FFA l, 2, 3, 4, CHORUS: Mixed 1, 2, Contest 2, Class Play Committee 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IOE MARMION Pontitical College Iosephinum, Worthington. Ohio, 1, 2, 3, Latin Club, Senior Representa- tive 4, Class Play Cast 4, Contest Play Cast 4, Basketball, Varsity 4, Homecoming Attend- ant 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 PATTY MASEAR Prom Committee 3, FHA 2, 3, 4, Historian 4, GAA l, 2, 3, Fr Representative I, Pages 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, FNA 3, 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance, Cover Sales Chairman, Cleri- cal Statf 4 LESLIE KAY MATHESIUS Prom Committee 3, FFA l, 'Z, 3, Vice-Presi- dent 3, Secretary 2, DO Club 4, CHORUS: Choir, Ensemble, Contest 3, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 MARY CLARE MATHESIUS Prom Committee 3, Art Club 3, GAA 2, Pages 2, NFL 2, 3, 4, French Club 4: CHORUS: Girls' l, Mixed 2, Choir 3, BAND: Concert l, Class Play Cast 3, 4, Contest Play Cast 3, 4, Debate l, 2, Soeech Contest 2, 4' FTA 4, Drama Club 2, ATODNEM: Finance 4 RUTH ANN MAUS Latin Club 1, 2, 3, 4, FHA 4, CHORUS: Girls' I Mixed 2, Choir 3, 4, Ensemble l, 2, 3, 4, Contest 2, 3, 4, Festival 4 Accompanist 1, 2, 4, Pages 4, Class Plav Committee 3 4 Usher 3, FPNA 3, 4, Vice-President 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 AGNES C. MELLOTT Pages 3, Class Play Usher 3, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 MARY :IANE MELLOTT Art Club 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 RUSSELL LOUIS MENZEL CHORUS: Ensemble, Mixed, Contest I, 2, 3, 4 Festival l, 2, 3, All State 3, Football l, 2, 32 Varsity 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 BARBARA METZEN Latin Club l, 2, 3, 4' GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Bowling Manager 4, CHORUS: Girls' l, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Contest Play Committee 3- FTA 4, IiVhite Collar Club 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 RAY MICHEL Prom Committee 3, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Football l, Manager 2, 3, 4: Basketball 4. Varsity 4, Manager 3, Hi-Lite Reporter 4, Sports 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 DOUG GORDIE MILLER Ring Committee 2, Prom Committee 3' CHORUS: Choir 1, 2, 3, 4, Class Play Com- mittee 3, 4, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Co-Captain 4, Basketball l, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Co-Captain 4, Track l, Z, 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 DOUG 'l', MILLER Creston High School, Creston, Iowa l, Steer- ing Committee 3, 4, Prom Committee 3, French Club 3, 4, Football Manager 3, 4: Basketball Manager 2, 3, 4, Track Manager 2, Hi-Lite Sports, Reporter 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Sports Editor 4 LINDA MILLER Prom Committee 3, FHA I, 4, Latin Club 2, 3, 4, GAA l, 2, 3, 4, Social Chairman 4, Baseball Manager 3, CHORUS: Girls' l, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Usher 4, FNA 3, 4, Sec.- Treasurer 3, President 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 GAYLE ELIZABETH MOMENY Prom Committee 3, FHA 4, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, NFL l, French Club 3, 4, BAND: Pep, Concert, Marching, l, 2, 3, 4, Ensemble, Contest 3, 4, Festival 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Con- test Play Student Director 3, Debate l, Drama Club 2, 3, FTA 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Cover Sales, Homeroom Co-Editor 4 KATHLEEN MONTAVON Prom Committee 3, Latin Club l, FHA 4, GAA l, 2, 3, 4, Pages 2, 3, 4, Class Play Commit- tee 3, Usher 4, White Collar Club 3, 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance, Clerical Stalt, Cover Sales 4 GAYLE MOSS Steering Committee 3, FHA l- BAND' Con- cert, Pep, Dance, Ensemble l, 2, 3, 4, Soloist Festival 4, Class Play Committee 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 MICHAEL MOSS Prom Committee 3, Latin Club l, 2, 3, 4' BAND: Concert I, 2, 3, 4, Section Leader, En- semble 3, 4, Soloist, Contest 2, 3, 4 Pep 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 WILLIAM B. MOTTER Prom Committee 3, Football l, 2, 3, 4 Varsity 2, 3, 4, Basketball l, Track l, 2, 3, ATODNEM Finance 4 ROBERT L. MYERS Oregon Community High School, Oregon, 2: DO Club 3, 4, President 4, Sec,-Treasurer 3, BAND: Training l, Concert 1, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 CHARLES MCLAUGHLIN Prom Committee 3, French Club 3, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Football l, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 PEG O'NElLL Prom Committee 3, Camera Club 3, Latin Club l, 2, 3, 4, Scriloa 2, FHA 4, GAA I, Stu- dent Council Z, 3, CHORUS: Girls' l, Class Islay Committee 3, 4, FNA 3, 4, ATODNEM: mance 4 HARRY E. OSSMAN Prom Committee 3, DO Club 3, 4, Vice-Presi- dent 4, CHORUS: Mixed I, Football l, 2, ATODNEM: Finance 4 BRENDA S. PALMATIER Prom Committee 3, Art Club 3, 4, FHA I, 4, GAA 4, FNA 4, Class Play Committee 3, QTQDIZIEM: Finance, Cover Sales, Clerical tt! BARBARA PFEIFFER Class President 1, Prom Committee 3, Art Club 4, FHA l, 2, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IACK PHALEN Prom Committee 3, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Football l, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Track l, 2, Basketball I, 2, Golf 3, 4, Homecoming Attend- ant l, Hi-Lite Reporter, Photographer 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance, Sports, Faculty 4 TERESA L. POISEL Prom Committee 3, FHA l, 2, 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' l, Mixed 2, Choir, Soloist 3, 4, Contest, Ensemble 2, 3, 4, Festival 3, Class Play Com- mittee 3, Usher 4, Contest Play Student Direc- tor 3, FNA 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 REINER G. RADTKE Prom Committee- 3, French Club 3, 4, Football l, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, 'Track l, 2, 3 IOANNE MARIE RICHARDS Prom Committee 3, Art Club l, Class Play Committee 3, White Collar Club 3, 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 BARBARA RIDER Prom Committee 3, FHA l, 2, Public Relations 2, French Club 3, BAND: Concert, Pep l, 2, 3, 4, Dance, Ensemble 4, Soloist 3, Contest 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, Homecoming Attendant l, White Collar Club 3, 4, Presi- dent 4, AATODNEM: Finance, Cover Sales, Ac- tivities HOLY CROSS SECOND GRADE, 1951-52 - STANDING: Ianet Weber, Nancy Guiliovle, Ann Kerns, Pat Donahue, Harry Walzer, Terry Orlow, Ioe Marmion, Sister Mary Sharon, FIRST ROW LEFT: Patty Masear, Teresa Poisel, Mary lvlathesius, Marty Kerns, Barb Nelson, Tom Czubachowski, SECOND ROW: Iackie Wells, William Swisher, Dave Weber, Georae Cassidy, Mary Cotton, Iack Phalen, Iack Herbert, THIRD ROW' Bob Myers, Ruth Engels, Becky Rollins, David Canapa, Bill Biers, Hank Kelly, FOURTH ROW: Rosemary Stimac, Dick Iones, Kay Montavon, Marilyn Myers, Norm Greisen. BECKY ROLLINS Ring Committee 2, Prom Committee 3, Steer- ing Committee 3, FHA I, 2, 4, Treasurer 2, GAA l, 2, 3, 4, French Club 3, Class Play gommittee 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4, FNA , 4 IEFF RUBERG Mid-Term Graduate VVILLIAM K. SAMS Prom Committee 3, DO Club 3, CHORUS: Mixed 2, Football 1, 2, Contest Play Cast 2, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Speech Contest 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 CAROL M, SCHMIDT FHA 2, 3, 4, Recreation 4, Pages 4, CHORUS: Girls' I, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Usher 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 TOM SCHMIDT Class President 3: Class Vice-President 4: Prom Committee 3, Latin Club l, 2, 3, 4, CHORUS: Mixed, Boys, Ensemble, Contest, Festival I, 2, BAND: President 4, Concert, Pep, Ensemble, Contest I, 2, 3, 4, Soloist 2, 3, Dance, Section Leader 3, 4, Class Play Cast 3, Contest Play Committee 3, Hi-Lite ,Reporter 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 'SUSAN SCHAMMEL Prom Committee 3, FHA 1, 2, 4, Recreation 2, CHORUS: Girls' I, Mixed 2, Choir 3, 4, Otlicer 4, Soloist 2, 3, 4, Ensemble I, 2, 3, 4, Contest 3, 4, Festival 4, Class Play Commit- tee 3, 4, White Collar Club 3, 4, Officer 4, ATODNEM: Finance, Activities Staff 4 'TERRY SCHAMMEL Steering Committee 4, Prom Committee 3, Student Council 4, Football 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, National Honor Society 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 GWEN SCI-IMITZ Prom Committee 3, Latin Club I, 2, 3, 4, Ari Club I, 2, 3- GAA I, 2, 3, 4, CHORUS: Mixed 2: FTA 3: Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 'RICHARD SCHOLL TFA l, 2, French Club 3, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 IOHN EDVIIARD SCOTT Prom Committee 3, Art Club 2, 3, 4, FFA 3, CHORUS: Mixed 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 KAREN LOUISE Sl-IIFFLETTE Pom Committee 3 amera Club 3 4 P b r , C , , - Iicity 4, FHA I, 2, Class P'ay Committeeu 3, Usher 4, Hi-Lite Reporter 4, ATODNEM: Fi- nance, Clerical Staff 4 KATHRYN A. SMITH Latin Club I, FHA 4, CHORUS: Girls' I, Mixed 2, Choir, Festival, Contest 3- Class Play Csmmittee 3, Usher 4, ATODNEM: Fi- nance MARTHA SMITH Prom Committee 3, Camera Club 3, GAA l, 2, 3, 4, Basketball Manager 4: NFL l, 2, 3. 4, Sec.-Treasurer 3, French Club 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' I, Ensemble, Choir, Contest 2, Class Play Student Director 3, 4, Contest Plav Student Director, Committee 4, Debate I, 2, Sceech Contest I, 2, 3, Hi-Lite, Reporter 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 NANCY ANN SONDGEROTH Prom Committee 3- FHA 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4: CHORUS: G1rls', Choir l. Mixed Chorus, En- semble, Contest 2, Choir 3, 4, Festival 4: Class Play Committee 3, ATODNEM: F1- nance 4 KENNETH D. STAUTH Football I, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Basketball I, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, 'Track I, 2, ATODNEM. Finance 4 ROSEMARY STIMAC Prom Committee 3, Art Club 4: FHA l, 2, GAA 2- Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 IAN 'THOMPSON Prom Committee 3, Football I, Basketball l, Class Play Committee 3, 4, ATODNEM: F1- nance 4 ALICE CAROL TOWER Prom Committee 3, Camera Club 4, Latin Club I, 2, 3, 4, FHA 4, GAA l, 3, FNA 4, Class Play Committee 3, 4, Drama Club 3, CHORUS, Choir 3, 4, Ensemble, Contest 4, BAND: Concert, Marching, Pep, Dance, Fes- tival, Ensemble I, 2, 3 4, Soloist, Section Leader 3, 4, ATODNEM Finance 4 'THOMAS R. UNTZ ATODNEM. Finance 4 ROBERT VICKREY Prom Committee 3, Art Club 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, Football I, 2, Basketball l, ATODNEM: Finance, Sports Statl 4 WILLIAM I. VOGELSANG Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 2, 3, BAND: Concert Band I, Z, 3, 4, Instrumental En- semble, Contest 2, Football I, 2, 3, 4, Varsity 3, 4, Track 2, 3, ATODNEM: Finance 4 FREDERICK I. WAGNER Steering Committee 3, CHORUS: Mixed Chorus l, Class Play Committee 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 KAREN MARIE WALKER Somonauk High School 1, Prom Committee 3, FHA 3, GAA 2, 4, CHORUS: Girls' Chorus 2, Choir 3, 4, Class Play Committee 3, FNA 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 CHERYL LYNNE WALTON Prom Committee 3, FHA I, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Volleyball Manager 4, Tumbling Manager 3: Student Council 3, 4, Committee Chairman 4, Pages 4, French Club 3, 4, CHORUS: Girls' Chorus, Ensemble I, BAND: Concert, Ensemble, Contest, Pep, Marching I, 2, 3, 4, Festival 4, Soloist 3, Dance 3, 4, Class Play Cast 4, Committee 3, FTA 3, 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 DAVE WEBER Steering Committee 4, National Honor Society 3, 4, Student Council 4, Class Play Cast 3, Committee 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IACQUELINE ANN WELLS Prom Committee 3, Camera Club 3, Latin Club I, 2, 3, Art Club 4, Vice-President 4, FHA 4, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Tumbling Manager 4, BAND: Concert I, 2, Class Play Committee 4, Usher 3, Contest Play Committee 3, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 WILLIAM G, WILLIAMS Latin Club l, 2, 3, 4, BAND: Concert, Dance, Pep I, 2, 3, 4, Contest 2, Ensemble, Soloist Z, 4, Section Leader 4, Football 2, 3, Varsity 3, Manager 4, Co-Captain 2, ATODNEM: Fi- nance 4 DIANE MARIE ZIMMERMAN Ring Committee 2, Prom Committee 3, Latin Club 2, 3, 4, National Honor Society 3, 4: GAA 2, 3, 4, FTA 4, BAND: Concert, Pep I, 2, 3, 4, Contest, Soloist, Ensemble 2, 3, 4, Baton Twirlers, Section Leader Secretary 3, 4, All State Band 4, Festival 3, 4, ATOD- NEM: Finance 4 KAREN LOUISE ZIMMERMAN Prom Committee 3, BAND: Pep l, 2, 3, Train- ing l, Concert 2, 3, Class Play Committee 3, Usher 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 IUDITH ANN ZINKE Prom Committee 3, Class Play Committee 3, Usher 4, ATODNEM: Finance 4 MELVIN T. FUNFSINN G. E. D. Graduate SNAPSPIOTS l IUNIORS: B. Gray, Fl. Graff, 2, Camera Club ct Storved Rock, 3. G. Meme-ny's slumber pcxrtyg 4. M. Sm.th's party: C. Fculk, M. Kems, l. Beetz, M. 1-linkle: 5. Pretty Seniors: A. Kerns, P. Mosecrg 6 Twisters' C. Andrews, C. Walton, P. Kretz, G. Momenyy 7. C. Archer, 8 E. Ve1gin's Birthday party, 9. S. Carlson in ber muuemuug 10, R. Kee1e's slumber party: R. Keele, I. Beetzg ll. Freshmen: F. Fouts, S. Bailey 12. I. Engles cur ot Luke Meridctog 13. Stcxrved Rock locrtersg 14. More Twisters! 15. Sleepy Seniors: L. Miller, C, Foulk, S. Kerchnerg 16. Mock Wedding? 17. E. Vickrey's cur ut the Doiry Kreemg 18. R. johnson-Where's Potty? 19. Homecoming float: D. Icckson, R, Gullion, Miss Paul, 20. Sixth hour world history, 21. C. Kcerper reads MAD , 22, Homecoming: I. Vogelsung, M. Campbell: 23. Wl1ot's R. Hilst pondering on? 24. L. Miller at comp, 25. Senior flocxt: M. Smith, I, Mcrmion, 26. M. L. Klinefelter, B. Kessinger, S. Mohor, S. Musecr, building snowmeng 27. Beotniks: H, Keele, I. Wells, S Carlson, 28. Dreamy-eyed P. Kretz, V IVI I STUDENT COUNCIL-BACK ROW: I. Althaus, C. Goebel, R, Hilst, N. Greisen, D. Weber, T. Schammel, D. Baker, D. Sondgerothy THIRD ROW K. Miller, L. Bragg, B. Carlson, C, Richp SECOND ROW: R. Faber, I. Biers, secretary, Mr. Morgan, adviserg K. Althaus, treasurer: Miss Paul, adviserg M. Hinkle, president: A. Kuehl, Vice-president, C, Waltony FRONT ROW: K, Handley, D. Avery, M. Campbell, W. Corrigan, K. Piller, C. Burley, B, Stremlau. STTIIDEIJN' 'I' COUNCIL THE STUDENT COUNCIL is the student represen- tative body of Mendota High School. Its membership is composed of students elected by their classmates, and the class presidents are ex officio members. In order to be more efficient as a group, the Council is divided into three committees: social, problems, and the ways and means. The purposes of the Council are many and varied: to represent the student body, to encourage student participation in student activities, to encourage stu- dent-faculty relationships, to raise the standards of conduct, sportsmanship, and scholarship, and to plan student activities. The main social activity that the Council handles is Homecoming, which was held October 7. In recent years, the Council has extended these activities to a full week. They now begin on Monday With Password Day-the day on which the students greet their friends with catchy slogans like UGO Trojans . Tuesday is Court Day when the Homecoming Court is honored by their classmates. Wednesday all the students observe Color Day by wearing purple and gold. Thursday is Honor Player Day. Then Friday is the parade and the big game. The festivities end on Saturday with a dance centered this year around the theme Moonlight Serenade . Keeping in line with their desire to increase the display of patriotism at MHS, the Council continued their practice of leading the Pledge of Allegiance be- fore each of the assemblies. The Council also supervises all the student elec- tions and arranges for all buses to the out-of-town games. Other activities under their sponsorship were Freshman Orientation Day, College Night, and the March of Dimes charity game, Council members are responsible for much of the planning and work that makes possible our Career Days. This year they have been devoting some of their time and efforts in the hopes of getting a foreign exchange student for MI-IS. A new activity, Bermuda Day, was planned for the students. By paying twenty-five cents the students could Wear bermudas to school April 2. MORE GOES into Homecoming ihan meets the eye, as any oi lhe senior siudents who worked on this lloat will tell you, lt takes a lol of plans, people, material, and time, I-ICDJMIIIEIC3OIlMIII1N'C3-- THE GIRLS' Athletic Association was chosen as The first place winner. Theirs was the unique iheme, Le1's Skunk 'Em . I mm.. N,.v. YJ? L, N V THE MHS Chorus took the second prize. Their catchy theme featured Q rocket to depict the Trojans who were hitting for the moon or the Hubs. ity mem festive phones kqJt MHS student! bmy THE ROYAL COURT of the l96l Homecoming consisted ol, from left to right: junior attendants, Anita Setchell, Dave Davis: senior attendants, Lois Fischer, Ioe Marmiong Coach Lewisg Homecoming queen and king, Ruth Keefe, Ron Iohnson, Coach Waityg sophomore attendants, Steve Dancy, Linda Buntong fresh- man attendants, Bill Corrigan, Rosemary Faber. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SENIOR MEMBERS-STANDING: Miss Strauss, Sponsor, I. Hass, R. Hilst, N. Greisen, M, Heidmann, D Weber C Faulk S Carlsony SEATED. P. lseminger, I. Beetz, D. Zimmerman, M. Lau, C. Koerper. NATIONAL IIHICDINCDR. THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY was re-instated in Mendota in l958 upon recommendation of the facul- ty. Leaders this year were president, Mark Heidmanng vice-president, Ron Hilstg secretary-treasurer, Marlene Lau. Miss Strauss was the group's adviser. Students having a scholarship average of B or 3.00 are eligible for membership in the National Hon- or Society, After fulfilling this qualification, the faculty votes on the student, considering his service, leader- ship, and character. If one fails to uphold these stand- ards, he is dropped from the organization. Iuniors and seniors are active members. Sophomores are proba- tionary members. They have a voice but no vote. This chapter strives to create enthusiasm for schol- arship, to stimulate desire to render service, to pro- mote worthy leadership, and to encourage the devel- opment of character in our high school. On April l2, a formal ceremony was held to induct the new active and probationary members into the chapter. Mark Heidmanri and Marlene Lau conducted the ceremony, and original speeches Were given by Ioan Beetz, Diane Zimmerman, Dave Weber, and Ron Hilst. Dave Davis Dale Frey Ieff Goebel Wilbur Hanson Beth I-lopps Roy Keyt Bonnie Lindenmier SOPHOM Iudy Baker Alice Beetz Marvin Bresson Carol Donohue Marilyn Eich Ronald Fischer Chris Goebel Kathy Goebel Cathy Harris Marv Beth Hein leri Iohns Bonnie Kessler Marilyn Klinefelter I962 INITIATES SENIOR Terry Scharnrnel JUNIOR Mary Marshall Ioyce O'Sadnick Kathie Schmidt Ruth Schwemlein Diana Sondergroth Barbara Untz Carol Wright Ianet Zinke ORE PROBATIONARY MEMBERS Iohn Kostouros Pat Marmion Peg Mathesius lim Musick Melvin Olson Kay Price Carole Radtke Nancy Rich Anne Tolan Ronald Truckenbrod Elaine Vergin David Ultch Paul Wagner .ww IEII-LITE! STAFF Co-Editors . . . . . . Mike Hinkle and Bob Haley Sports Stott ..,. , , Doug T. Miller, Ray Michel, Bon Iohnson and Marty Kerns Feature Writers . .... Marlene Lau and Bruce Smith Reporters . . . Betty Booth, Betty Gray, Kathy Rogers, . . , . . . . . . , . . . . . Martha Smith, and Karen Shiftlette Photographer ........ ,..,.........,,, I ack Phalen Poems and Book Reviews . , ....., ..,..... I an Huss Band Reporters .,..., Paula Mann and Kathy Harris Associate Reporter ..,..,............. Ioan Althaus Cartoonist ......... , ...,. Don Kettleborough Hi-Lite Adviser ,,.., Mrs. Bender Co-Ed.tors Mike Hinkle and Bob Haley are responsible for the Hi-Lite page, They give out the assignments and write ali the editorials, Mike and Bolo were two boys well-qualified for the rob. THE HI-LITE STAFF this year was composed ot tour- teen students from the junior and senior classes. This is the tirst year that journalism has been available to iuniors. Under the direction of Mrs. Virginia Bender, the stati strove to present entertainment, create and form opinions, encourage activities and inform its readers ot the latest happenings around school. The high spot of the year was the trip to Chicago where the stall attended the National Scholastic Press Association Convention at the Conrad Hilton Hotel. The Mendota Hi-Lite is a member of the National Scholastic Press Association and also participates in the University of Minnesota judging service. lt is pub- lished Weekly in cooperation with the Mendota Be- porter. STANDlNG B, Iohnson, D. Kettleborough, Mrs. Bender, Adviser, D. Clinite, I. Phalen, M. Kerns, M. Lau, B. Gray, SITTING: K. Rogers, K. Shitflette, R. Michel, B. Smith, B, Booth, D. Miller CO EDITORS Ioan Beetz and Ian Huss consult with advise: Miss Breese about design lor the Atodnem cover and layouts. ATOENELE STAFFS THE ATODNEM is the Mendota Yearbook put out by staffs of seniors. This year the staffs would like to publicly thank Miss Breese for all the time she spent on the yearbook and tor the nights she gave up to help with the concession stand and the division pages. We also thank Mrs. Doenier for the time she spent on our accounts and keeping us straight in money matters, The seniors are also grateful to Mr. Sarantakos for printing up the dummy pages and to Mr. Wedemeyer for helping us silkscreen our division pages. Don Ket- tleborough, a junior, designed the cover and division pages which helped to make the edition attractive. The staffs had a motto All for one and one tor all, and they stuck to it. Everyone helped everyone else meet his deadlines. The Co-Editors this year were Ian Huss and Ioan Beetz. These girls supervised picture-taking and di- rected the clitterent staffs. SECOND HOUR STAFF-STANDING: I, Beetz, B Palmatier, I, Kern, D, Miller, R. Vickrey, B. Funlsinn, D. Kettleborougli, K. Montavon, P. Masearg SEATED' I Huss, I. Phalen, G. Momeny, N. Guiltoyle, K, Shiltlette. DIVISION PAGE WORKERS: Un addition to slaii members, STAFFS MANAGING AND FEATURE EDITORS: Ian I-luss Ioan Beetz FACULTY AND CLASSROOM DIVISION STAFF: lan Huss, Editor lack Phalen HOMERO OM STAFF: Ioan Beetz Karen Shilflette Gayle Momeny, Co-Editor Nancy Guilloyle, Co SENIOR STAFF: Ioan Beetz, Editor lack Phalen ACTIVITIES STAFF: George Barth, Editor Barbara Rider Sue Schammel Sandy Kerchner SPORTS STAFF: Doug T. Miller, Editor lack Phalen CLERICAL STAFF: Patty Mase-ar Kathy Montavon Clerical Stall Ian Huss Clerical Staff Pam Iseminger Kathy Kostouros Sue Carlson Ruth Engles Bob Vickrey Iohn Kern Barbara Funlsinn Karen Shiftlette Brenda Palmatier COVER SALES STAFF: Patty Masear, Chairman Kathy Montavon Brenda Palmatier Ian Huss Barbara Rider Nancy Guilfoyle Barbara Funfsinn Gayle Momeny lohn Kern LAYOUT RECORDER: Iohri Kern EQUIPMENT AND CONCESSION STAFF: Ron Hilst, Chairman Tom Schmidt George Barth -Editor ASSISTANTS TO THE STAFFS ON PICTURE DAYS: Ron I-lilst Norm Greisen MEMBERS at the stall tal-ce time out ol their busy picture-taking sched- ule while others kept the photographer busy in the boys' equipment room. Tom Schmidt Mark Heidmann Cpublic Ad- alressl Mike Hinkle Tom Schmidt Peg O'NeilI Ruth Keele Vera Becker Gwen Schmitz Don Kettleborough Mary Cotton Pat Kretz Mary Mathesius Barbara Harmon Ioe Marrnion FIFTH HOUR STAFF-STANDING: B. Rider, S. Schammel, M, Heidmannp SEATED: G. Barth, P. lserninger, R. Engels, K. Kostouros, S. Carlson S Ke chner ff :::.e 1:r:r5:w:w-.:1unu1:- - GAA, VVHOSE PURPOSE is to stimulate an in- terest and participation in girls' sports, provides a three sport intramural program after school under the spon- sorship of Miss Moore. Sports included in the intra- mural program are hockey, volleyball, and basketball. The volleyball class tournament is also one of the top ranking activities. ln addition to the team sports there are opportunities to participate in ice skating, bowling and badminton. Skills and leadership taught in physical education classes are carried out in the intramural program. Student-leadership allows us to develop a wider pro- gram in physical education classes as well as a welle rounded extracurricular program. ln addition to intramurals provided for by the or- ganization, social activities are also a part of the pro- gram. The first event of the year was the annual picnic held at Lake Mendota. The GAA float llLet's Skunk 'Emu received first place in the homecoming parade. ln October the GAA had a Saturday morning Coke- tail Party for the purpose of acquainting the new mem- bers with the old members. A high point of GAA social activities this year was the Heart-Sister Banquet held on February l3 after new members had suffered through the informal initia- tion. When the seating of all guests was completed, each member found out the identity of her heart-sister. The formal initiation was completed by a candle-light service. The formal activities of GAA were concluded with the Parent Tea held on May. Awards were presented to members earning the required points. Officers for the coming school year took their oath at this time. GAA BOARD-BACK ROW: B. Metzen, bowling managerp L. Miller, social chairman, C. Walton, volleyball manager, E. Mitchell, skating managery R. Keefe, resident: Miss Moore: THIRD ROW: S. Worsley, hockev man- ager, A. KlT.iehl, softball managerg I. Stremlau, vice-president, K. Althaus, volleyball manager: SECOND ROW: N. Guiltoyle, social chairmanq I. Wells, tumbling manager: C. Faullc, basketball: R. Kazlowski, bowling manager, I. Baker, badminton manager, FIRST ROW: S. Garrison, swim- ming manager: K. Corrigan, point chairmany D. Sondgeroth, secretary- treasurerp ABSENT: Martha Smith, basketball manager. GIRLS ..., ....... ...Hn ,. .. H .... , H n 1-1 f- v-. . , fv vnnui, f- wn-,,v,.. M neu- rw C--i.-.i- M c'.-x. rr-vrow-u nfvxf. D rxrhxsk. Y Univ.. 1 - ui, ,iw-. as sw wr-.za -we sy, ..,, im wwe 1. 1 ,,,.1.4n.nz7 ff V- TI-IE GAA INITIATES-BACK ROIN: E. Siremlaig, I. Reeder, M. Vincent, B. Sams, D. Frey, I. Engle, M. Hein, I. Tuttle, P. Maher, R. Pillion, R. Schmehr, B. Landers, B. Kratz, M, Didier, P. Bramley, TI'I'RD ROW: C. Barrett, I, Iacob, I. Bunton, K. jacob, I. Brucker, N. Iackson, B. Zlmmerlein, I... McAllister, R Faber, I. Schofield, L. Bragg, A. Schaus, B. Waldorr, K, Wixomg SECOND ROW: D. Sondgeroth, P. Sutton, A, Mathesius, P, Baker, M. Iacobs, I. Kaiser V. Stevens, I.. Powers, I, Althaus, P Schnuckel, I. Ieanquenat, S. Baile, I.. Lamoreux, R. IN-eber, FIRST ROW: W. Estes, P. Stem K. O'Sadnick, M. Faulkner, S. Setchell, N. Goslm, S. Sl.ck ' .ATIILIETIC ASSOCIATION GAA-BACK ROW: K. Althcus, B. Metzen, N. Gallagher, C. Sclfieidenhelm, I. Engles, I.. Miller, R, Keele, A. Kuehl, S. Wilson: FIFTH ROW: C. Faulk, S. Masear, E. Vergin, I. Stremlau, I. O'Sadnick, C. Harris, L. Fischer, B. Harmon: rOURTI-I ROW: K. Montavon, D. Zimmerman, C. Andrews, P. Kretz, S. Kerchner, G. Momeny, D. Sondgeroth, C. Wright, E. Pfeifferg THIRD ROW: P. Ivlcmri, C. Koerper, I. Baker, K. Kostouros, I. Walger, C. Donahue, S. Weh- meyer, K. Goebel, Miss Moore, Adviserg SECOND ROW: C. Knopp, K. Corrigan, B. Hopps, A. Tolan, H. Bickett, N. Erch, K. Corrigan, I. Biersg FIRST ROW: K. Rogers, N. Rich, A. Setchell, B. Sheriden, I. Baker, S, Kettleborough, P. Gilleite, GAA Intramurals 1-HOCKEY CHAMPIONS Nancy Rich Paula Mann Cheryl Koerper Carol Foster Barb Harmon Sandy Wilson Ruth Kazlowski Sheryl Poisel Diane Zimmerman Carol Wright Nancy Barren 2-VOLLEYBALL CLASS CHAMPIONS Liz Miichel! Carol Wright Sandy Wilson Ioyce O'Sadnick lane! Stremlau Ruth Schwemlein lean Baker Ieanne Biers Belh I-Iopps Anita Setchell 3-VOLLEYBALL INTRAMUFIAL CHAMPIONS Rae Ann Schmehr Rosemary Pillion Linda Loebach Connie Krieser Carol Wriaht lean Ann Bunion Barb Weber Cathy Phalen Anna Setchell Pai Kretz Barb Metzen Linda Sue Bunton 4-BASKETBALL ACTION SHOT V 1.4, FNA BACK ROW: N. Olson, E. Mitchell, S. Hanson, K. Walker, L. Miller, R. Engels, R. Elsesser, S. Worsley, K. Althaus, P. Towerg FIFTH ROW: I. O'Sad- nick, P, Maher, I. Reeder, B. Sams, R. Schmehr, R. Pillion, M. Hein, C. Harris, L, McAllister, FOURTH ROW: L. Prather, M. Davis, M. Marshall, B. Palmatier, B. Rollins, N. Guilfoyle, K. Price, C. Daw, I. Walzer, Mrs. Rollins, adviser: THIRD ROW: B. Lindenrnier, P. O'Neill, A, Tower, S. Wehmeyer, B. Hoppsg SECOND ROW: P. Iseminger, B. Gray, T. Poisel, S. Gilmore, R FIRST ROW: C, Stein, P. Hoerner, C, Miller, R. Maus. FUTURE NURSES THE FUTURE NURSES OF AMERICA was organized to acquaint those girls interested in the field of health and nursing with its various phases. At their meetings, which were held once a month, they had guest speak- ers or films which related to the field of nursing. Some of the members acted as head nurse in the morning while Mrs, Rollins was at the other schools. During the year the girls helped with the TB program, they held a tea for their mothers during December, visited Moline State Hospital in November, and toured the American Swedish Hospital and St. Anthony's Hospital at Rock- ford in April. The officers were Linda Miller, president, Ruth Ann Maus, vice-president, and Sandy Worsley, secretary-treasurer. Mann, M. Cotton, A. Kerns, A. Possley, P. Bickett, P. Massear, I. Baker, G. Lamoreuxg ALL GIRLS IN FI-IA are required to take a sem- ester oi Home Economics. To be eligible, prospective members, the girls must also take the local Initiation Test and earn fifteen points by working in committees and attending meetings. There is one meeting held every month and nine a year. The chapter mothers this year are Mrs. Forrest Bragg and Mrs. Lester Filler, The advisers are Mrs, Madra Fischer and Mrs. Mary Lipke. The Section l9 Fall Rally was held at Minooka, November ll, l96l. Mendota had a total oi titty-six members at the rally. They were the second highest school there in attendance. Karen I-Iandley is secretary of Section 19. Get-acquainted sheets were distributed before the rally came to order. A business meeting was held, followed by a guest speaker, Then a recreational period was enjoyed by all. This year's theme was Values-Realities, Not Dreams. FHA is an active organization. At the beginning of the year the girls enjoyed a get-acquainted picnic. They participated in the homecoming parade with a iloat called 'lLet's Be-Hub 'urnf' As a thoughtful serv- ice the girls contributed canned food, which was to be given to some oi the needy iamilies here in town at Christmas. They organized also a Santa Claus Week. The girls wrote notes to their Secret Santa Claus Sis- tersg the notes included hints as to who they were. The week was climaxed by a party where each girl ex- changed presents and revealed who she was. Caroling preceded the meeting and the exchanging ot presents. The FI-IA girls had a Man-I-late Day. A penny had to be paid to the FI-IA for every word that a girl spoke to a boy. This year there was also a day in which the FI-IA girls sold homemade candy. They made about twenty-tive dollars on this project. Thirty-six girls were newly initiated to the FHA in Ianuary. The program that night consisted oi a demon- stration on the use oi cosmetics. The state project which was chosen for emphasis during the year was 'Teen-Age Consumer. The mem- bers were made more aware oi good shopping tech- niques by a skit on buying blankets, a talk about dry cleaning methods by Mr. Arden Campbell, and a talk on how to buy tood by Mr. Classon. Each ot these proved very interesting. EI-IA members co-operated with the Rotary Club in conducting the Easter Seal Drive. Another money-making project was the sale ot a meat cook-book composed oi the favorite recipes ot two thousand Home Economics teachers. Il:T'TJ I 'EJ'fE2,IEl EIOLEELEAIKERS OFFICERS BACK ROW: Mrs. Lipke, adviserg Carol Schmidt, recreation chairman, Nancy Guilioyle, president, Barbara Funfsinn, public relations chairman, Mrs. Fischer, adviser, SECOND ROW: Karen Handley, degrees chairmang Ioanne Fenwick, points chair- man: Cathy Harris, treasurerg FRONT ROW: Patty Masear, historian, Kathy Piller, parliamen- tariang Nancy Sondgeroth, secretary, ABSENT: Catherine Funtsinn, vice-president. FHA-BACK ROW: B. Rollins, E. Sims, I. Tulile, I. Dalton, C. Scheidenhelm, C. Plller, P. Tower, S. Schcmmel, B. Scxmsp FIFTH ROW: C. Funfsinn, B Lgnders, I. Iol-ms, C. Schmidt, L. Loebcich, C. Harris, S. Erwin, K. Pillery FOURTH ROW: D Moss, M Coiion, R Iauch, B Pcilmcrtier C. Curr C Daw C Biederstedt, N. Longbein, P. Mudge: THIRD ROW: Mrs. Lipke, adviser, C, Frost, A. Passley- I Fenwiek I Beelzil Funfslrin I Clark' M Milcliell: SECOND ROW1 C. Warnock, C. Phelan, s. Muller, C. cimne, T. Parser, K. Kumi, B. Gray, FRONT ROW: P. sqrlfef, P. Hbeinef, M. Moss, S, Demi, R. Maui. FHA-BACK ROW: K. Werling, R. Schmehr, S. Reeser, L. Miller, R. Engels, I. Engle, N. Olson, V, Funfsinn, E, Vergin: FIFTH ROW: S, Kerchner, C. Fcmlk L, Fischer, B. Funlsinn, R. Keele, I Wells, K. Handley, N. Iuckson, FOURTH ROW: K. Kostouros, E. Emerick, K. Montcxvon, G. Momeny, S. Masear, B Lcrubee, S. Bcrbre, P. O'Neill, C. Koeipezy THIRD ROW: Mrs. Fischer, adviser, Y. Sondcrerolh, N. Guilfoyle, A. Tower, K. Smilh, S. Gilmore, N. Sondgeroth S. Aries: SECOND ROW: H. Burright, R. Weber, K. Corrigan, I. Sims, P. Baker, E. Sleele, P. Mcsecr, B. Vincenl, FRONT ROW: S. Schultz, M. Piller, W. Esles I. Sheridan, P. Gilletie, S. Lorimer. FUTURE FARMERS THE FAA lS OPEN to all male students who are enrolled in vocational agriculture classes. This organi- zation offers further training opportunities for the in- terested agriculture student. The second Tuesday of each month is the regular meeting date for the club. At each meeting, the State Conservation Department supplies a film for educational purposes. ln September, a Leadership School was held in Mendota. FFA mem- bers from eighteen schools attended the meeting. Films were shown describing the various duties of each of- ficer, Those attending were given leadership books. On October 5, a land-judging contest was held in La Salle. The sophomore members participated in the event. Next, the organization attended a grain show in Sandwich. ln November, the sophomores attended a parliamentary procedure contest in Sycamore. On December 14, the annual Parent-Son Banquet was presented. Slides picturing the projects and affairs of the group were viewed. The new officers were formal- ly installed at the Banquet. February l8-24 was National FFA week, During the week, the officers spoke on WLPO concerning their activities. March found the FFA boys entering in speech events. A local contest was held, then the par- ticipants competed in sectional competition at Leland. The areas which they were entered in were public and extemporaneous speaking. Wilbur Stamburger placed first in extemp and Richard Weitzel placed second in public speaking. ln April, the FFA planted trees for conservation purposes. Another event that month was a Livestock Iudging Contest at Mendota for teams from eighteen schools. ln May, a Dairy Iudging Contest was held at Mooseheart. The FFA members will be active during the sum- mer months as they plan to attend the FFA State Con- vention in Springfield in early Iune. ln late Iune, they will travel to Champaign to a Livestock-Iudging Con- test, The last event on the year's calendar is the FPA Fair in Ottawa in August. FFA-BACK ROW: D. Dilbeck, I. Betz, D. Frey, F. Mann, I. Swope, D. Sommerville, D Pohlp Tl-HRD ROW: C. Ambler, W. Stamberger, R. Fischer, R. Trucken- bred G. Sutton, R. Kidd, G. Richey, Mr. Morris, adviserg SECOND ROW: B.vRhodes, F. Davis, R. Larabee, I. Veit, G. Harmon, K. Doran, P. Corcoran: FRONT ROW: D. Avery, I. Kern, G. Pitstick, L. Henkel, R. Weitzel, L. Schlesinger. provzklef practical vocational azgricultuml tmining FFA PROIECTS Phil Corocoran .,..... Ken Doran . .,... . Richard Larabee , .. Barton Rhodes ,,..... . . . ......,... dairy, .. beef heifer, swine, COIN COYD COPD . ..,.. ........ s teer, corn Duane Sommerville sheep, swine, steers, corn Ierry Veit .........., ,......,,,... s ieers, corn Roger Cardot ..,.,. .........,.... b eet, corn Fred Davis ...... ,,... s teers, corn Ronald Fischer ..,...,.....,. dairy, corn Larry Henkel .... .....,. s wine, dairy, corn Gerald Pitsticlc .. ,. swine, sheep, beans, corn Dennis Pohl ..,..... .,., ..,.. f a t heifers, corn Wilbur Stamberger .. ..... ,....... s teers, corn Ronald Truckenbrod .. ., swine, corn Ed Weiler .........., ,,.,.. .,......,.. c o rn Everett Engelhaupt ...,.....,,,. steer, corn Richard Weitzel ..,. ., . . steer, swine, oats, corn Carlos Ambler . . . ,....,.....,..,..,,...... corn Donald Avery steer, peas, sheep, wheat, com Barney Beemer . . . , , .,.,..,...,....... . . corn Iohn Betz ,.,,.., .. beef herd, swine, corn David Dilbeck ., .,......,... steer, corn Dale Frey ,.,.,. ...... . swine, corn Gary Harmon . . . . . swine, corn Iohn Kern ,.... ., swine, corn Roger Kidd , ..., steer, corn Fred Mann .. ,,.,...., cow, call Tom Pohl ........ . . beef heifer, corn Gayton Richey . . , .......,.... swine Larry Schlesinger ., ....,....,. dairy, corn Gary Sutton . .. . .. dairy, sheep, corn Ierroll Swope ., ., beet, beans, corn FRED DAVIS gave a demonstration of nitrogen loss in the soil for the parents of the FFP. students. The title of Fred's demonstration was Nitrogen Loss Through Leechingf' THESE NEWLY Elected ollicers were installed at the Parent-Son Banquet. They are from le-it to rxghtg Mr. Morris, adviser, Gerry Pitstick, secretafy, Don Avery, vice-president, Iohn Kern, president: Larry Henkel, treasurery Richard Wextzel, reporter, and Larry Schlessinger, senhne. CAMERA CLUB-STANDING1 C Pettinger, C. Howardson, K. Shifllette, M. thesius, A, Tower, S. Wehmeyer, P. Donahue, P. Maher, M. Hein. MEETS EVERY week to help students inter- ested in the tield of photography. Members learn everything from the snap of the shutter to the finished picture, including the complicated processes between. Field trips to interesting places enable members to use the camera to its best advantage. Activities in- clude taking pictures for the Hi-Lite and some of the Atodnem pictures. ' Heidma nn, Mr. Rteke, advxserp SITTINGL P. Kretz, D. Ma- THE WHITE COLLAR CLUB WAS FORMED tor those students interested in secretarial and office commercial course. candy, two dances, organizations. Offi- vice-president, Sue Work having a half credit in a Projects for the year were selling and a trip to Chicago's business cers were president, Barb Rider, Schammelg secretary, Karen Handley, and treasurer, Kathy Piller. WHITE COLLAR CLUB-STANDING: Miss Paul, adviser, I Richards, G. Baumann, P. Chandler, K. Handley, K. Piller, D. Mathesius, B. Metzen, C. Archer, K. Montavon, B. Rider, S. Schammel, D. laclcsong SEATED: I. Biers, P. Parsons, P. Hoerner, B. Booth, S. Kerchner, R. Gullicn, B. Weber, S. Carlson. PAGES-STANDING: Mrs. Doenier, adviser, C. Walton, M. Davis, R. Iauch, L. Ladenburger, I. Baker, C. Koerper, B. Kessler, I. Fenwick, C. Schmidt, S. VVorsley, P. Chandler, SEATED: C. Funlsinn, I. Beetz, K. Kostouros, K. Montavon, M. Lau, M. Gehant, A. Beetz, P. lseminger, ARE CHOSEN by Mrs. Doe- nier to help her with general library work. Those selected must have grades of C or better, a love of books, and an attitute of helpful- ness. Goals are to stimulate reading interest, improve library service, and develop leadership, personality, and good citizenship. Officers were president, Mar- lene Lau, viec-president, Pam lseminger, and secre- taryetreasurer, Mary Lou Gehant. THE FUTURE TEACHERS QF AMERICA is an organi- zation Which helps the members in the club to be bet- ter informed in the field of teaching. Club members take part in teaching classes. They may teach at the high school or at the grade schools when requested. The officers were president, Ruth Schwemleing vice- president, Linda Loebach, and secretary-treasurer, Mike Hinkle. FTA BACK ROW: Mr. Workun, advlser, L. Loebach, N. Gallagher, C, Walton, M. Heidmann, I. Engle, I. Engle, M. Vincent, C. Foster, THIRD ROW: M. Vickrey, R. Schwemlein, S. Wilson, B. Metzen. G Momeny, P, Kretz, M. Hinkley SECOND ROW: M. Iacobs, I. Brucker, M. Mathesxus, R. Faber, I. Iacob, D. ZIMMERMAN, L. Bragg, C. Koerper, FRONT ROW: B. Kessinger, S. Poisel, C. Burley, L. Powers, A. Tolan, N. Rich, S. Dean. -r -f 'mi w .wufy ..1:fn.--Y afmwusurf .gunner Us LATIN' CLITE THE LATIN CLUB is composed of those students enrolled in Latin and those former students who Wish to retain their status as members. The organization strives to promote an interest in the Classics and to unite the Latin students with a feeling of fellowship. The officers were Consul, Carol Radtke, Quaestors, Chris Goebel, Chairman, Dee Ann Frey, and Karen Wixomg Scriba, Kathy Goebelg Iunior Representative, Barbara Zimmerlein, and Senior Representative, Ioe Marmion. Miss Breese was the club's adviser. A picnic at Lake Mendota in early October was sponsored by the sophomore class to acquaint the them to the carryover members. A walking float was entered in the Homecoming parade. The Saturnalia was celebrated at the December meeting. A guest speaker showed slides of Rome, and the last hour freshmen furnished refreshments. Alumni members gave the February party. Late in March, the annual Roman Banquet was held. So many committees labored on costumes, decorations, table favors, menu, and program that this gala event was truly the fruit of the labors of all Latin students. A high light on the ac- tivities calendar was the annual trip to the Chicago museums sponsored by the Illinois Classical League. freshman members with Latin Club and to introduce A May picnic closed the year's activities. FBESHMAN MEMBERS-BACK ROW: G. Steil, D. Whitmore, D. Neal, T. Dawes, P. Caveglia, M. Vincent, B. Stremlau, R. Pillion, D. Prey, D. Parks, K. Koehler, R. Zolper, L. Wittgan, D. Faulk, I. Keeng THIRD ROW: D. Black, D. Truckenbrod, D. Withrow, I. Schofield, I. Althaus, A. Schaus, R. Faber, I. Reeder, K. Faber, B. Kratz, I, Eckardt, L. Zimmerman, I. Iohnson, B. Politsch, B. Dinges, P. Carlson, D. Hrovat, E. Cole, D. Heirnanp SECOND ROW: T. Robe! son, N. Goslin, S. Setchell, P. Sutton, A. Mathesius, K. Wixom, B. Waldorf, M Schwickerath, G. Lamoreux, B. Untz, K. Starks, V. Stevens, M. Iones, P. Schnuckelg FRONT ROW: D. Hochstatter, S. Slick, R. Auchstatter, D. Keyt, I. Yohn, E. Stephenich, A. Steele. LATIN CLUB-BACK ROW: G. Barth, R. Eggers, L. Miller, I. Hanson. C. Goebel, B, Metzen, C. Zinke, R. Becker, A. Kuehl. G. Schmitz, C. Donahue, A. Tower, P. O'Neill, S. Wilson, B. Zimmerlein, R. Keyt, I, Marmion, THIRD BOW: I. Stremlau, R. Schwemlein, E. Mitchell, R. Elsesser, F. Wagner, P. Maher, D. Meade, M. Marshall, P. Wagner, D. Ultch, T. Schmidt, M. Hinkle, I. Beetz, SECOND HOW: Miss Bree-se, adviser, C. Knopp, P. Mann, I. Huss, R. Kutter, B. Swisher, M. Marmion, P. Marrnion, D, Zimmerman, C. Koertler, M. Klinef rlter, A. Beetz, M. Christensen, S. Dean, C. Wrightg FRONT ROW: B. Linden- mier, B. l-Topps, A. Tolan, K, Goebel, C. Radtke, B. Hochstatter, K. Scheidenhel 3, B. Kessinger, B, Carlson, L. Ladenburger, R, Maus, N. Barrett, T. Guiltoyle. - .1 mnru-:ns1,.. FRENCEI CLITE The purpose of Le Cercle Francais is to learn more of the life and culture of the French people. The club, consisting of French I' and ll students, elected the fol- lowing officers: Rich Medlar, president, Carol Dono- hue, vice-president, and Carol Faulk, secretary-treas- urer. The first meeting was a pique-nique at Lake Mendota. The Christmas party proved to be very en- tertaining as a gift-Wrapping relay was held, a skit, 'Les Trois Ours, was presented, and Christmas carols were sung in French. The program at the spring meet- ing was a travelogue, French book reviews, and French songs. FRENCH CLUB-BACK ROVV: M. Didier, I. Engle, B. Zimmerlein, I. Stremlau, M. Koerper, F. Fouts, D. Worsley, D. Truckenbrod, R. Schmehr, C. Ciorba, L. Walker, P. Wood, B. Haley, THIRD ROW: M. Christensen, I. Wilson, B. Lindenmier, M. Viclcery, D. Sondgeroth, S. Garrison, C. Ekstrom, R. Kessel, R. Wentz, P. Mathesius, C. Kraiser, C. Harris, I. Iohns, M. Hein, SECOND ROW: C. Bell, L. Bunton, S. Klien, S. Poisel, M. Frey, V. Sondgeroth, M. Jacobs, L. Bragg, I. Kaiserp FRONT ROW: I. Poisel, B. Booth, B. Young, S. Baile, A. Setchell, P. Parsons, C. Rich. BACK ROW: I. Engle, C. Walton, K. Althaus, R. Hilst, H. Williams, D. Mathesius, R. Elsesser, M. Smith, R. Keefe, C. Faulk, W. Wheeler, M. Schmidt, D. Baker, D. Miller, THIRD ROW: M. Campbell, G. Morneny, D. Iones, R. Michel, D. Kettleborough, M. Mathesius, C. Andrews, M. Lau, Mrs. Bender, Adviser, I. Musick, B. Higginsp SECOND ROW: L. Roth, C. Donahue, P. Kretz, M. Davis, K. Price, B. Kessler, I. Baker, C. Burley, K. Corrigan, P. Iseminger, S. Deang FRONT ROW: M. Cotton, S. Carlson, I. Pohl, C. Copper, I. Kostouros, I. Baker, I. Biers, S. Lorimor, K. Miller. ID. O. CLTIE DIVERSIFIED OCCUPATIONS is a course which en- ables students to receive job-training from local em- ployers. Combined with this on-the-job training is a class period which is held daily. There, students are given information regarding their various vocations. A D. O. student's day consists of one half day of classes, including D, O. class, followed by a half day of work. The D. O. class is conducted like a club. Its officers include Robert Myers, president, Harry Ossman, vice- presidentg Les King, parliamentariang and Garry Skaggs, secretary-treasurer. The local organization is a member of the Illinois Industrial Education Club. The organizations members pay dues and engage in proj- ects to finance a trip to an industrial plant and the annual D. O. Employer-Employee Dinner. On the completion of the course, a student receives two units of credit. Because of such an arrangement, a student can receive a basic high school education by attending classes on a half-time basis and receive a head start in the vocation trades field. Dave Brown ....... Tom Czubachowski . . . Harry Ossman .... Duane Zinke .. Les King ..... Bob Myers ...... Les Mathesius .... Bob Roth .... . . . Garry Skaggs . . . Tom Lobbins ...... lim Walters ........ Richard Heinzeroth . Terry Yost ...,.,.,. Dan Donovan .... Vic Kaslowski . , . Ken Reger ..,.. Bob Spanier . .. D O. CLUB-STANDING: Mr. Rollins, adviser, B. Myers, D. Brown, D. Donovan. D. Zinke, L. Mathesius, V. Kaslowski, R. I-Ieinzeroth, T, Yost, SEATED: R. Roth, L. King, K. Reger, I. Walters, G. Skaggs, T. Lobbins, H. Ossmang ABSENT: T. Czubachowski. MEMBERS' auto bodyman VOCATIONS . . . meat cutting . . meat cutting . . , . machinist . . . . . draftsman ..,..... draftsman . . . radio repairman . . . auto partsrnan . . . . . . . . electrician plumber . . . . tractor mechanic . . .......... plumber Welder . . . linotype operator pressman . . . . auto mechanic . , . . . . electrician VARSlTY CHEERLEADERS-BACK: Ccrky Burley, Lois Fischer, Nancy Guilloyle, Sandy Kerchner FRONT Betty Booth Anita Setchell CI-IEJElIlR.LE.A.JDEIR.S THE OUTGOING ENTHUSIASM of the cheerlead- ers generated much school spirit throughout the suc- cessful season. Miss Sandra Paul and Miss Diana l-lorsky served as the advisers of the two groups. Nancy Guilfoyle, captain ot the Varsity squad, has been a cheerleader lor tour years, Betty Booth, lor three, Corky Burley and Lois Fischer, tor one year and a sub for one: and Sandy Ke-rchner and Anita Setchell, tor one year. Both squads initiated a new alternating system this year. Alice Beetz, captain of the Fresh-Soph squad, has been a cheerleader for one yearg Sandy Kettleborough, Kristy Miller, and Barb Carlson tor two, and Sherry Mahar tor two years as sub and alternate. FRESH-SOPH CHEERl.EADERSiSherry Mahar, Barb Carlson, Alice Beetz, Kristy Miller, Sandy Kettleborough. THE NATIONAL FORENSIC League con- sists of students interested in speech who have earned twenty-five points in speech activities and debates. Members must also earn an additional ten points each year to remain active. The club, which has been functioning for thirty-five years, sponsored a novice debate this year on November 4. The NFL officers are Ron Hilst, president, Mike Hinkle, vice president, and Doug Carnahan, secretary-treasurer. The club's adviser is Mr. Workun. NFL-STANDING: Mr. Vllorkun, adviser, C. Ciorba, M. Heidmann, D. Carnahan, D. Setchell, C. Goebel, R. Hilst, M. Smithp SEATED: B. Higgins, T. Dawes, P. Carlson, M. Mathesius, M. Hinkle. DEBATE! .A.JN' IJ LACKING THE AUDIENCE, but not the spirit, the MHS debate team traveled a total of l,O5U miles this season. On November 4 the novice squad placed fourth at the novice debate tournament, which is one of the largest of its kind in the state. At the La Grange tournament, the varsity placed thirteenth out of forty- nine, and the novice, thirteenth out of fifty-five. The debaters won second in the NCIC conference this year, and closed the active season with the Sectional Debate at East Moline on March l0. Total wins for the varsity squad at these debates numbered 26, while their losses amounted to l8. The varsity team also spon- sored a four-team novice tournament on February 22, with Hall, Sterling, and Ottawa in attendance. Men- dota won the event. The novice team debated approxi- mately the same amount as did the varsity, having a record of 22 wins and l6 losses. The subject of this year's debate was Resolved: That the Federal government should equalize educa- tional opportunities by means of grants to the states VARSlTY DEBATEfSTANDING: R. Hilst, D. Carnahan, M. Hinkle, SEATED: Mr. 'Workun, adviser, M. Heidmann, NFL for public elementary and secondary education. On the varsity squad, Mike Hinkle debated first affirma- tive, seconded by Ron Hilst. Doug Carnahan debated first negative, and Mark Heidmann seconded him on the negative side. On the novice squad, Phil Carlson debated first aflirmativeg Brian Higgins, second affirm- ative, Dick Setchell, first negative, and Chris Goebel, second negative. As a result of their debating, Mike, Ron, Doug, and Mark all received major letters, and the four novice debaters received minor awards. Before debating a subject, the debaters must first do a large amount of background reading. They must take notes from recent newspaper and magazine arti- cles and keep complete files of these notes. Debating presents a lot of work for the squads, but they enjoy doing it because they realize that debate adds to the prestige of our school by representing us throughout the state. The squads would like to thank their coach, Arthur E. Workun, for what they have gained through debate. NOVICE DEBATE-S'l'ANDlNG' D. Setchell, Mr. Vllorkun, adviser, C. Goebel: SEATED: B. Higgins, P. Carlson. AN OVERPRAISED SEASON, this year's selection for contest play competi- tion, deals with the problems faced by high school students in growing up and finding the right examples to follow in life. Miss Horsky directed the play, with Martha Smith serving as assistant direc- tor. The cast, consisting of Chuck Ciorba, Marty Kerns, Mary Mathesius, Ioe Mar- mion, Ruth Keefe, and Lynn Brewbaker, traveled to the Conference meet at Geneseo, where they placed fifth in the competition. Ioe, Ruth, Chuck, and Mary were named as members of the all-star cast. The thought-provoking drama was also presented to the student body and was Well received. The cast placed third at District Contest in Ottawa, and ap- peared before the public on February 27. CONTEST PLAY-LEFT TO RIGHT: M. Mathesius, L. Brewbaker, M. Kerns, R. Keefe, I, Marmionp FRONT ROW: C, Ciorba, Miss Horsky, director, M. Smith. CONTEST PLAY SPEECIEI EVEN' TS ON IANUARY 20, the speech contestants traveled to East Peoria High School for an invitational speech and debate tournament, Mark Heidmann and Dick Setchell placed in the finals in externp speaking and original oratory respectively. Others entered were lean Baker, original monologue and serious readingg Doug Carnahan, extempg Pat Kretz and Amy Kuehl, serious reading, Chris Goebel and Mark, radio speak- ing, Bonnie Lindenmier and Bill Sams, comedy read- SPEECH CONTESTANTS-STANDING: R. Hilst, D. Setchell, B. Sams, M. Heidmann, Workun, adviser, A. Kuehl, B, Lindenmier, C. Ciorba, ABSBNT: Nancy Gallagher. ingg Chuck Ciorba, verse readingg and Nancy Gal- lagher, prose reading. At the Conference meet, Dick Setchell placed fourth in original oratory. Ciorba, Heidmann, Goebel, and Hilst were judged District fi- nalists on February l7. At the sectional meet, Ciorba placed second, enabling him to go to the State meet at Champaign on April 7, Where he won fourth place. This was a high honor for Chuck, as MHS has not had a State verse reader for a number of years. D. Carnahan, C. Goebel, M. Hinkle, I, Baker: SEATED: P. Kretz, Mr. SENIOR. PLAY THE ANGRY TWELVE is based upon the television play, i'TWelve Angry Men, which Won an Emmy Award for its au- thor, Reginald Rose. The play was a combination of two ver- sions so that Mr. 'Warren, the director, could select a mixed cast. The drama consisted of three acts which took place in a jury room. The entire cast was present on stage the full length of the play. Therefore, the play presented a problem of being monot- onous and slow moving. However, the cast, under Mr. War- ren's skillful direction, was able to achieve a good variety in tempo. The interpretation of the adult roles by the high school members of the cast was excellent. Betty Gray and Ruth Keefe illustrated much dramatic ability in interpreting their roles as brassy women. The most outstanding character of the play, the determined man, was portrayed by loe Marrnion, who did an excellent job of making the audience side with him in his determined stand for justice. Mr. Warren commented that this was one of the best-balanced play casts he has ever directed. THE ANGRY TWELVE Iury foreman Young woman ., . Vengeful man .... Wealthy woman ,. Sensitive Woman .. Hesitant woman Brassy woman .... Determined man .. Elderly man .,..., Bigoted Woman .... New citizen ..,.,.. The junior executive Iudge ........,..., Clerk and guard .. Student directors .. Director. , . THE INCREASING tension in this jury room drama is shown clearly by the facial expressions of these characters. CAST . .,...... Iohn Kern Linda Loebach .,... Mike Hinkle Cheryl Walton Pam Iseminger Amy Kuehl ..... Betty Gray Ioe Marmion Charles Ciorba . . . Ruth Keefe Mary Mathesius Mark Heidmann Bill Sams . . . . Roger Bauer . , . . . Martha Smith ,. ,. . Pat Donahue Stephen Warren J 'EIIIN' ICR, PLAY CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN Mr Gilbreth ., Mrs. Gilbreth Ernestine . Frank .... . . . Jackie .. Dan .... Bill ,.,, Fred .. Anne , , . Lillian .. .... Martha , ,,,, , Mrs. Fitzgerald Dr. Burton .. . Ioe Scales . . Miss Brill . ,. Larry .,,. . , . . Student Directors Director . , CAST , ....,.. . Lynn Brewbaker . .. , .. Ioyce O'Sadnick ,,CarolWright . . ,. ,.... Dave Murdock Cseventh gradel Norman Porter . , tsophomorel Tom Guilfoylg . , . ......., lohn Larsen , . . . . . Don Kettleborough . , , Nancy Gallagher . . Ieanne Biers . . . Angela Druen . . . . Donna Iackson .. .,....HonIacob ,. . ,. Rich Medlar , . . . Barbara Zimmerlein , , . ,.., Scotty Iacobs , , ,... Carole Zinke Bonnie Lindenmeier ..... . Stephen Warren CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN was presented April 29 and 30 by the junior class. This lively comedy consisted of three acts and was di- rected by Mr. Stephen Warren. The setting was the living room of the Gilbreth home in Montclair, New lersey, in the l92U's. The play proved to be very fast-moving and humorous. The background for the play was based on fact and was the story of an actual family. After the death of the real Mr. Gilbreth, his wife continued his analysis of motion study. There was one single clear-cut lead, played by Lynn Brewbaker, as Mr. Gilbreth. Mr. War- ren stated that Lynn did a very good job. There were two honorary juniors in the play: Norman Porter, who is in seventh grade, and Tom Guilfoyle, who is a sophomore. They both did commendable jobs as members of the Gilbreth family. Except for Donnie Kettleborough and Lynn Brewbalcer, who have had experience in con- test plays, it was the first appearance on stage in a high school play for any of the cast mem- bers. During the play the second night, basket- ball player Scotty Iacobs found that the bas- ketball floor is not the only place to create tension as he plunged through the stage door onto the stage the wrong way. This proved to be very embarrassing for Scotty and quite amusing for the audience. As usual, the cast presented their perform- ances without the aid of prompters, and they proved to be extremely good at skipping, which they did several times the first night of the play. The attendance was extremely good both nights and resulted in one of the largest crowds in several years for a class play. Mr. Warren emphatically stated that the senior play was an outstanding production, and the juniors showed great promise of being able to equal it next year. TOP: Backstage, Mi. Warren receives a token ot appreciation from the cast members for his fine work in directing the play. BOTTOM' Lynn Brewbaker, as Mr. Gilbreth, scotcls his teen-age daughter Anne played by Nancy Gallagher, in one ot the more serious scenes ot the play. INSTRUMENTAL 1. Our toithiul director views the cluttered band. window. 2. As you can see, everyone practices up to the last minute! 3, Cherryl Andrews' practicing paid oit when she rated lirst at District, 4. Cheryl and Amy visit the he-man and his harem on Lake Michigan, 5. A mass meeting ot the band is held at the band picnic, 6. Ape-man Bill Williams prepares to dunk Ann Tolan at the band picnic. 7 Our woodwind section practices diligently. , Diane Zimmerman put in much hard work preparing for the District Contest. . Why aren't Ruth and Donny listening to Mr. Baile? . Wading is always a favorite pastime at the band picnics. . Linda-, the loyal, laboring l1brarian'??? . Mr. Baile concentrates at a sectional rehearsal. . Mr. Baile's office is the scene ot much atter-school activity. as , X., 'X xx .Uv Q uf. Wm, E Xi, QW, EVM , P 35 X ,f f v 6 X QQ. Q? 954 If ,wg ff sw, CONCERT BAND THE MENDOTA HIGH SCHOOL band has again completed a full year's program. Instead of the usual toe-light routines for the Homecoming half-time show, the band demonstrated a series of precision marching drills which became very effective when accompanied by marching music. Throughout the year, the Concert band, with the assistance of their parents, has been busy raising funds for their long-awaited tour to Southern Indiana and Kentucky. Selling salt water tafty was the major money-making project, supplemented by cookie and candy bar sales. Mendota was host at the district music contest during which the parents operated the cafeteria and concession stand. Shrunken uniforms and booming cleaning sales were the results of the Northwestern trip which the band attended in the fall. The rain came pouring down before the bands could get off the crowded field. A well-received program during the year was the Concert band's third Annual Symphony Concert. 'Overture to Tannhausern and Capriccio Italien were the two major members which were very well per- formed. The MHS bands and Grade School band presented their annual mid-winter concert in March. The Band- Aides sponsored the program and the proceeds were used to purchase band awards. Finally, after putting in much time and work, A- pril 23rd arrived. This day, the band left bright and early for Southern Indiana and Kentucky. They played two concerts a day and were guests of the band kids at these schools. The members visited the Monmouth Caves and other interesting places. They returned on April 27th, tired but happy. The band has presented various student assem- blies throughout the year. They have also marched in many parades and presented many programs. 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S I f sm I 1 f 15' QI-wg 'ff I. , xg E. IIIIIN.MA,,:mI - 2 - I I If , 1, . Li l? ' I' ' ' , IV I I uv. ., .,., . .., lg ,.,.. II . ,.,. , mf ,1 . . . ,, ,I , I V i f ,If W 9, ' ' , I - ' , Q I I-'I 'ffm ' I 'I 'f I ,. . f I -I - 'fi I' I . -I--- 'I . ...,. 9 N WW' '-'I-'--- II.- I , I ' I ,,,, .. ' ..,. -I I ,I I ' .,,. , ., ..,,. , ,I ' - IA I I--- I-I-If -II: . -I--- -, ., -I - I , . I., I- I -I . .nw , -QQ, I,,:lI..3. -w g.,I,-55:gg5,.:,, n,I:,-5353. 43,-,,,. ,p ..fg4iI,I-1:5 'mfg , I5ffwI,tf,,, , , y ifwwmggg , QI . me:??fg1?3Z3IUt 1 2,523 5-FLUTE QUARTET Disiricl-Superior Slate-Superior BACK: Talan, K. Goebel- FRONT: C. Archer, M. Campbell. 6-SAXOPHONE QUARTET District-Excellent BACK: Moss, P. Donahue: FRONT: C. Andrews, B, Rider. 7-TROMBONE QUARTET District-Superior State-Good BACK Hilsi, C. Ciorbag FRONT: Y. Sondgeroih, C. Zinke. B-CLARINET QUARTET l l-FLUTE TRIO 2-DRUM DUET Disificf-Supefiof Stale-Excellent District-Excellent Districl-Excellent BACK: Price, G. Baumann, FRONT: C. Radtke, C S. Baile, C. Harris, M. Christensen. G. Smith, T. Dawes. Donahue. 3-FRENCH HORN OUARTET 9-MIXED CLARINET QUARTET District-Excellent Di5lYiCl'SUP9Ti0T BACK: R. Kutter, E. Mitchell, FRONT: C. Wright, C. Burley. STOYS-EXCellSUf BACK: C. Walion, I. Engle: FRONT: A. Kuehl, C, Koerper. 4-CLARINET OUARTET l lU-WOODWIND TRIO District-Excellent District-Superior BACK: G. Momeny, C. Nelson: FRONT: L. Ladenburger, l... Stale-Superior Weiler. BACK: L. Loebachg FRONT: C. Walton, D. Zimmerman. ll-WOODWIND QUINTET District-Excellent BACK: K. Althcus, C. Horrisg FRONT: A. Tower, R Kutter, C. Scheidenhelm. 12-SOLOISTS BACK ROW: D. Zimmerman flute? District-Superior, State'-Superiorp R. Eggers fBcxritonel District-Goody R. Keyt fTubaD District-Superior, State-Excellent. M, Moss CBczritonel District-Superior, Stczte-Excellentg C. Archer fFlutel District-Superior, Stcrte-Excellentg FRONT ROW: D. Kettleborough CCornetJ District-Excellent C. Koer- per fClQrinetD District-Excellent: B. Williams fCornetJ District-Excellentp A. Tower fClorine-tl District-Superb or, State-Superior. L. Loebgch lOboeJ District-Excel- lent. 13-DRUM QUINTET 535 gpm .. we 14-SOLOISTS BACK ROW: D. Ultch CSnc1re Druz-nl District-Superior, State- Excellentg A. Kuehl CBoss Clcxririetl District-Superior, Stc1te-Su- periorp C. Ciorbcr lTromboneJ District-Superior, Stctte-Excellent. I, Engle fClcrrinetJ District-Excellentg M. Campbell flflutel Dis- trict-Superior, State-Excellent FRONT ROW: N. Rich lTenor Soxophonel DistrictASuperior, Stczte-Excellentg K. Schmidt CAlto Saxophone-D District-Excellent G. Moss IBcxritone Saxophone? District-Fair. C. Andrews CAlto Scxxophonel District-Superior, Stote-Superiorg C. Wright flfrench Hornl District-Superior, State- Superior. 15-BRASS SEXTET District-Superior District-Superior Stczte-Excellent SlGiG-SUPGUOT BACK: G. Smith, D, Ultchg FRONT: T. Dawes, Et Cole, T. BACK: R. Hilst, R. Keyt, M. Mossy FRONT: M. Olson, C. Burley, Schmidt, M. Olson. g , , ,, .X A,.. .. .- r -V 1' . - wif' swf THIS YEAR many chorus and band students traveled to Princeton High School for the N. C. I. C. Festival, Our students met with many stu- dents from different schools to practice all day long for a concert which was presented that evening to the public. The chorus was under the direction of Mr. Richard D, Hoftland from Millikin University. Dr. George C, Wilson, who was director at the National Music Camp, Was in charge of the band. Three students from the choir and one stu- dent trom the band Went to Champaign tor the All-State Festival under the direction of Miss Margaret Hillis. Miss Hillis is director of Chi- cago Symphony Orchestra Chorus. FEI.STIVA.L ALL-STATE FESTIVAL-D. Dilbeclc, P. Kretz, I. Engle, D, Zimmerman. FESTIVAL CHORUS BACK ROW Mr Rebuck K Walker D Baker I Engle W Wheeler M Sclsrmdt D Dilbeck MIDDLE ROW P Kretz I Cassidy M Klmelelter S Schammel I O Sadmck G Richey I Musick M Marshall FRONT ROW I Iohns I Fenwick N Sand geroth K Starks B Gray R Mans FESTIVAL BAND BACK ROW G Moss K Althaus R Keyt D Keyt M Moss Mr Baile director MIDDLE ROW M Campbell N Rich Zimme man FRONT ROW L Loebach G lifomeny L Ladenburger C Koerper A Tower C Walton C N lson cu. Andiews, c Wright, Rf Kutler, Akuehi, D rl VOC.AL JMETISIC3 1. lt tool: diligent prcxciice sessions like these to preseni those excellent chorus reciicxls. 2. The soprano section is working hard, as usucl, on c new song. 3. Mr. Rebuck gives the down beat in c Sing Along . 4. Ian linds it iiring being the curpenlexfs assistant, A sidewalk superiniendenl surveys the conslruclion progress cn the llccl, , Do you really think that looks enough like cx moon? . ls there no end to your talents, Mr. Rebuck? . Milk breakl . Would you ever believe it, we linolly beat the bond. 51 ' 43... .M MIXED CHORUS-BACK ROW: B. Stremlau, M, Sims, N. Olson, R, Larabee, I Yost, L. Clark, P Leuzinger, D Frey, B Larabce, L Prather, Mr. Rebuck, adviser, SECOND ROW: M Roach, L. Roth, L. Miller, P, Schnuckel, I. Schofield, R. Faber, W I-ieinzeroth, L. McAllister, S. Wilson, D, Sonclgeroth, FRONT ROW. C. Stein, K. O'Sadnick, S. Franseri, S. Aries, I. Bunton, S. Bell, L. BraqQ,C. Callahan, N. Goslin. THIS YEAR THE CHOIR and chorus are under the direction of Mr. Rebuck, who came to us from Tonica, Illinois. Many new en- sembles were started, These groups have sung at church and club organizations. Among the most active ensembles were the senior girls' quartet, boys' octet, and the girls' octet. The choir tried something new this year by presenting an op- eretta for their Spring Concert. Mississippi Melody Was the story of Tom Sawyer. The operetta cast was composed of Amy Kuehl, Ianet Engle, Betty Gray, Pat Kretz, Marc Bearclsley, Don Baker, Sue Schammel, Russ Menzel, Wayne Wheeler, Gayton Richey, Kristy I S Miller, Iim Music, Ruth Mclus, Marc Schmidt, Lee Scheidenhelrn, Betty Trout, Rosemary Gullion, and Teresa Poisel. The cast and choir had fun presenting the program to the public. MIXED CHOIR-BACK ROW: B. Gray, A, Tower, P. Kretz, A. Kuehl, I. Cassidy, C. Betz, M, Beardsley, R. Menzel, I. Swope, M. I-Ieidmann, L Scheidenhelm, THIRD ROW: P. Parsons, B. Desparn, N. Gallagher, C. Kreiser, M. Simpson, S Erwin, R. Elsesser, I. Menzel, D. Prentice, I. Engle, SECOND ROW: S. Scham- mel, K. Smith, E, Steele, S, Poisel, D. Yost, K, Wixom, B. I-Iopps, B, Greskiwszg FRONT ROW' P, Gillette, N. Sondgeroth, P. Englehaupt, B, Trout, T. Poisel, A. Druen, S. Hammon, S. Shultz, C. Clinite. CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES NOVEMBER N. C. I. C. Festival All-State Festival Mixed Chorus Concert DECEMBER Christmas Concert Band 6. Chorus Christmas Assembly FEBRUARY District Music Contest APRIL LEFT, CHQRUS oFF'cERs--BACK Row- B Lmcsee, 1. Bums, rRoNr Emo Arts Concert Band, Chorus ci Art Haw: c. Ben, L. Bragg SKZITO MUS1C COUIQSI Rcsr. cHo'R OFFlCERSfBACK Row: 1 o'sQdmCk, s, smqmmex. Easter Assembly FRONT ROW: 1. Engle MAY Spring Concert-Operetta Mississippi Melody Musical Awards Assembly Baccalaureate IUNE Commencement CJIEICDIQFLTS AND CIEIOII2. BACK ROW: I. Bates, M, Schmmlt, NV. Wheeler, R, Iacobs, R. Tastad, D, Baker, I, Musick, G, Richey, Mr. Rebuck, directory THIRD ROW: I. Iohns, I, Althaus, R. Gullion, D. Sondgeroth, B. Stremlau, B. Zimmerlezn, M. Vickreyg SECOND ROVV: B, Kessler, M Mathesius, I. O'Sadn1ck, S. Wilson, M. Marshall, K, Starks, E. Smith, L. Worsley, M. Highly FRONT ROW: K, Icccbs, I. Iacobs, I. Fenwick, M. Klnelelter, I. Eich, K, Miller, R. Maus. VOCAL CONTEST 2-GIRLS' QUARTET 3-BOYS' QUARTET Distrif:tfGood District-Excellent BACK ROW: I. Engle, P. Krelz BACK ROW: L, Clark, R. Lcxrczbee FRONT ROW: R. Mcrus, S. Schcxmmel FRONT ROW: I. Yost, Absentg L. Miller 1-VOCAL SOLOISTS BACK ROW: I, Iohns District-Excellent W. Wheeler DistrictfSuperior State-Fair M. Heidmcmn District-Good I. Engle Distric!-Superior State-Good P. Kretz District-Superior Stale-Excellent A. Kuehl District-Excellent FRONT ROW: D. Baker District-Excellent S. Schcrmmel District-fExcellent T. Poisel District-Good P. Luezinger District-Good 4-MIXED OCTET District-Excelleni BACK ROW: K. Miller, A. Tower, I. Cassidy, K. Starks, FRONT ROW: K. Walker, I... Scheidenhelm, M. Schmidt, ABSENT, N. Gallagher 5--GIRLS' OCTET District-Superior Slate-Good BACK ROW: B. Larabee, L. Prather, C. Bell, L, Bragg, FRONT ROW: I. Schofield, B. Slremlau, R. Faber, N, Goslin BJMIXED OCTET District-Excellent BACK ROW: R. Maus, I. O'Sadnick, A. Kuehl, T. Poiselg FRONT ROVJ: I. Musick, R. Elsesser, M. Heidmann, C. Betz 7--GIRLS' OCTET District-Superior State-Excellent BACK ROW: K, Miller, B. Trout, I. Fenwick, K. Starks, FRONT ROW: M. Marshall, B. Kessler, R. Gullion, S. Erwin 8-BOYS' OCTET District-Excellent BACK ROW: I. Musick, D. Baker, C. Betz, I, Cassidy, FRONT ROW: M. Beardsley, I. Swope, R. Menzel, W. Wheeler ACTIVITIES l-CHECKING IN at the Student Attmrs Office 7-Back stage contusxon durlnq the lunior Class Play. 2fCl-IECKING OUT of the hbrary. 8-Band students operatmg an intamation lable at district contest, 3-The Marching Band in one al xts formattons. fiA'l'he decoratons tar the Lahn Banquet are beauttulg the smoking 4JThis happens every 55 mmutes. brazxer xndicaltes the auspices were lavarable. 5-Teachers' lexsure moments. 10-The Atodnem worked an dxvisxon pages wxth the help at Mxss Breese 6-Miss Payne's Engltsh IV panel is hard al wark planning then' Shake- and Mr. Vlledemeyer spearean book reports. llfD1v1s1on page work Ls hard work. Don't you aar-ae, girls? CALENDAR OF EVENTS Date August 22 September I5 September 18 September 25 September 28 I9 20 October 5 October 6 October 7 October I4 October l6 November l November 3 November 4 November 10 November 16 I7 November 28 December l December 7 December 9 December ll December l8 December 22 December 26 Ianuary I9 Ianuary 23 February S February l2 February l3 February I5 February 20 March 5 6 7 8 9 March 7 March ll March I2 March I5 March 22 March 29 30 March 31 April 2 April 3 April S April 8 April I0 April l2 April I3 April I9 April 23 April 30 May I May 5 May 10 May I9 May 26 May 27 May 29 Iune I Event Freshman Orientation First Football Game Senior Pictures Taken Senior Party Election of Homecoming King and Queen Sophomore Ring Selection Homecoming Parade and Game Homecoming Dance GAA Play Day at Bock Falls Retail Merchants Program Career Day Betty Crocker Tests Given Novice Debate Tournament Award Football Letters Senior Play Presentation First Basketball Game College Night Program Latin Club Christmas Party Band Parents Christmas Party Tuberculosis Tests Given Senior Class Party Library Pages Christmas Party Christmas Program Sophomores Sponsor Christmas Dance Marquette Basketball Tournament Begins Election ot DAB and SAR Award American Indian Adventure Assembly GAA lntormal Initiation White Collar Club Takes Trip to Chicago GAA Heart Sister Banquet Contest Play Assembly Foreign Exchange Student Assembly Regional Basketball Tournament Illinois State University Band Assembly Third Annual Symphony Concert New Frontiers Assembly Sectional Basketball Tournament Award Basketball Letters Iunior Play Presentation Latin Club Banquet Bermuda Day Mabs Banquet Pages - Faculty Tea Auto Safety Assembly Easter Fine Arts Concert Wrestling Tournament National Honor Society Induction DO Employee-Employer Banquet First Track Meet Advanced Speech Play Presentation Easter Assembly Program Band Leaves tor Kentucky Americanism Assembly GAA Parent Tea Reception Election ot Class Officers Latin Club Trip to Chicago Spring Band Concert Honor Banquet Iunior-Senior Prom Alumni Banquet High School Baccalaureate Senior Class Party Class Day Commencement Um' winning teamf E in barb football and basketball X brought trophies and glofy f XX to MH.f ' . r 4 La v 1 . , nf w TS ow f WDNQYQLQA MQW' MQWZWM . Jaw? inf' 9 wnfb MXJJAQQJ Y , M QJQQLPW 'LLU 'XV A2- vwblff ,f mv ' W: 5 . + 4 s L ws f ff . wwf? ig ffifwffffgg W W 7 AMW? W2 Aggwffp 2122 WfQZQff?7 1 ffm WQWM V . 5475? z . T STUDENT MANAGERS left to right are Bill Williams, varsity football, Ray Michel, varsity football, Leon Walker, trash football, frosh basketball, lim Pohl, fresh-soph footbally lack Flaherty, frosh-soph basketball, D. T. Miller, varsity football, varsity basketball Managers not pictured are Marv Bresson, baseball, lerry Beck-et, track, Dennis Truckenbrod, track. CC.ACIiIIN'G- STAFF MHS BOASTS ONE OF the best coaching staffs of prep athletics in the state of lllmois, These are the men that have given Mendota the great name and prestige of all sports. BACK ROW-Dori Gooden, frosh football, head track: lim Scott, irosh-so h football assistant, trash basketball, Iohn Smith, varsity football assistant, varsity basketball assistant, Morris Morgan, trash-soph basketball, Chuck Ngaity, frosh-soph football, golf, loe Rollins, varsity football line, FRONT ROW- The two Iowa City boys Bob Beals, head varsity basketball, baseball: Ted Lewis, athletic director and head football coach. Not pictured are Herb Rieke, freshman football assistant, track assistant: Dave Iordal, track assistant VARSITY FOOTBALL VARSITY SCHEDULE We They 20 St. Bede U I3 Ottawa 24 32 Geneseo U 26 Rochelle I3 26 Princeton l3 Zl Hall U 46 Rock Falls I4 7 Sterling l3 NCIC STANDINGS SOUTH WEST DIVISION Won Lost Tied 1 . Mendota 5 O 2. Rochelle 3 l l 3. Princeton 3 2 4. Hall 2 3 5. Rock Falls l 3 1 G. Genesee U 5 CO-CAPTAINS GUARD DOUG MILLER and haliback Dick Iones were elected by their teammates to be Co-captains of the l96l Trojans. They proved to be capable leaders and kept team spirits high. VARSITY ENDS AND BACKS-BACK ROW' Coach Scott, Mar R. Michel M Kerns, B. Haley, B. SmIUIhalD. ling, Iacobs, Coalfh Lewiii lx?IDDLEIRgWi T Schammel, I. Goebel, R. Iohnson, R. Sander, B. Motter, W.. Hanson, K. Stauthy FRONT ROW: R. e ar, . Ga agher, W. W itrnore, . ones, . ha en R. Sheridan, D. Davis. NCIC CI-L4jIlP5for ninth time in ourteen y86l1 .f GREAT DESIRE to play i'Mendota football and smooth team- work were the main factors for the success of the 1961 Trojans. This was the ninth conference championship during Coach Ted Lewis' four- teen years at MHS. The Lewis-Rollins combination paced their team to a 6-2 record, a record any prep school is proud to achieve. The boys who saw most action on offense were backs Ron lohnson, Bill Motter, Dick jones, and Willie Hanson, linemen Doug Miller, Reiner Radtke, Lynn Brewbaker, jim Christmann, and Neil Alshouseg and ends Ken Stauth and Terry Schammel. jack Phalen, Marty Kerns, Gary Fransen, Bob Haley, and Rich Sander sparked on defense. The Trojans started out with a bang by dropping St. Bede 20-O. The next game wasn't so bright as the Ottawa Pirates, who ended up ranking sixth in the state, downed Mendota 24-13. The Trojans came back into the winning column by an easy defeat of the Geneseo Maple Leafs 32-U. At Homecoming, Ron johnson took the opening kickoff for a 92 yard T.D. against the Rochelle Hubs. The contest ended with the Trojans on the right side of a 26-13 score. The Lewismen took the next two tilts 26-13 and 21-U from Princeton and Hall respectively. Then, after one year of waiting, the Trojans were getting ready for the Rock Falls Rockets-the team that crushed Mendota's NCIC championship hopes last year. The Mendotans must have remembered that because, after all the steam had cleared away, the score read Mendota 46, Rock Falls 14. The Golden Warriors of Sterling surprised the hapless Trojans by taking the final tilt 13-7. This is a team that worked great together, were good sports, and will be remembered always VARSITY HONORS ALI.-STATE SPECIAL MENTION-Chlzago Daily News Bill Molter SPECIAL MENTION-Champaign News-Gazelle Bill Maher OUTSTANDING COMMENDATION Clvlrago American Willie Hanson HONORABLE MENTION-Champaign News-Gazelle Willie Hanson Ron Johnson Lynn Brewbcker HONORABLE MENTION-Chicago Daily News Reiner Radfke Lynn Brewbaker Ron Johnson HONORABLE MENTION-Associaled Press Bill Moller All-NORTHERN ALL-NORTHERN FIRST TEAM-Chicago American Willie Hanson ALL-NORTHERN SPECIAL MENTION Chicaga Amerlran Bill Maller ALL-AREA ALL-AREA-WCMY Radio, Onawa Doug Miller Ron Johnson Willie Hanson Bill Maha VARSITY LINIE BACK ROW Mar B Williams Mgr D T Mller B Blers D Mill r I Chrlstmarm M Hexdmann R Radtke Coach Roll ns MIDDLE HOW B Ride G Frcnsen I He bert D Murdock L Brewbaker I Betz N Alshouse FRONT ROW C Ambler B Beemer C Bet I Vogelsang L Barrett C McLaughlin D Avery , . . . ,- .. 1 - : F . . ' ' . , . . . i , . ' , . ' e , , ' , . ' , . , i 7 : QUARTERBACK WILLIE HANSON carrying the ball for a gain ot ll yards in the Rock Falls game, l'WiIl led his team great was superb in pinpointing passes and had much ability in mixing up the plays. Lewix Rollins combination clicks ol ain Neil Alshouse Carlos Ambler Don Avery Larry Barrett Barney Beemer john Betz Charles Betz Bill Biers Lynn Brewbaker lim Christmann Dave Davis Gary Franseri Rick Gallagher Ietf Goebel Bob Haley Willie Hanson Mark Heidmann lack Herbert Scotty Iacobs Ron johnson Dick jones TROIAN TEAM STATISTICS Mendo Total Yards Gained 2,402 Total Yards Lost 59 First Downs 81 Fumbles IB Total Points 191 Touchdowns 29 P A.T. 17 Passes Completed 45 Passes Incomplete 33 Passes Intercepted 9 Penalties 40 ta Opponents 1,506 149 60 15 77 I2 5 I8 33 I2 23 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS Tackles Total Points Scored Bill Mot Lynn Brewbaker 89 55 ter Ron johnson 48 Dick jones 46 VARSITY FOOTBALL AWARDS Major Major Minor Major Minor Minor Major Major Major Major Major Major Minor Minor Major Major Minor Major Major Major Stripe Marty Kerns Doug Long Charlie McLaughlin Rich Medlar Doug Miller Bill Motter Dave Murdock Dan O'Brien lack Phalen Reiner Radtke Bill Rider Rich Sander Terry Schammel Roger Sheridan Bruce Smith Ken Stauth lim Vogelsang Wayne Whitmore Ray Michel, Mgr. D T, Miller, Mgr. Bill Williams, Mgr. END TERRY SCHAMMEI, RECEIVING a pass from Willie Han- son lote in the hrst halt of the Hall game, No, 34 is Richard Lewis ot Hall. The Trojans tool: the contest ZI-O, Whenever an end would be needed Scham or Ken Stauth could always be counted on Major Minor Major Major Stripe Stripe Minor Minor Major Stripe Major Major Major Minor Major Stripe Major Minor Stripe Stripe Major RON IOHNSON, TROIAN half, ripping off a first down against the sixthfstate-ranked Ottawa Pirates. Harry ended up with a 9.5 yard average, one of the best in the aiea. Trojkms in action dignla winning tradition EVERY YEAR, Coach Lewis takes enough boys lor a full team to run the opponents plays against the first string. These boys carry one of the roughest jobs of the season, as they compete against the best Trojan team. The coaching staff always say that these boys have as much due respect coming as the first string members do. lohn Smith was the T- Team coach and members were Don Avery, Barney Beemer, lohn Betz, Charles Betz, Bill Biers, Ieff Goebel, Mark Heiclmann, Iack Herbert, Doug Long, Rich Medlar, Dave Murdock, Dan O'Brien, Roger Sheridan, lim Vogelsang and Wayne Whitmore. BILL MOTTER, ONE OF lLLlNOlS' most rugged lullbacks, plunges for Mendotas first touchdown of the Ottawa game. Fans sometimes called him a Hstecm roller, a block buster, and of course his well known nickname of Tank TAKING A PASS FROM Hanson, Dick lones scores the first T. D. in the Geneseo game. Dick, Trojan co-captain, proved to be a great leader of his teammates. Ionesy could always be counted on for that extra yardage. IT IUST SEEMED that the Iaytees always came so very short of making a win. Injuries played a key part in their un- successful '6l season. Although the sophomores dropped all eight games, the margins were always close, and the contest was usually a toss-up until the closing seconds. When in- juries occurred, positions were switched and shifted, with new plays being learned all over again. This was the main factor that really hurt the HWaityInen. Coach Chuck Waity, along with his assistant, Iirn Scott, had a group of boys who displayed much spirit. lt takes a lot for a boy to be up and ready for the next game after losing the previous one. With this ingredient, these men surely have a brighter future in store for them. Backs Iim Musick, Brian Higgins, Don Baker, Phil Wood, and Fred 'Wagner were the main offensive threats throughout the season. Iaytee line captain, Calvin Brokaw, kept the de- fense strong all season. Other boys to see much action were linemen Pat Marmion, Wayne Wheeler, Lee Scheidenhelm, Marc Beardsley, Rich Bohn, and ends Iim Walker, Ioe Loebach and Ierry Donahue. Regardless of their record, this was a team MHS is very proud of. FROSI-l-SOPI-l SCHEDULE They l2 27 l3 13 l9 21 6 lQ IAYTEE LETTERMEN We U St. Bede l2 Ottawa U Geneseo 9 Rochelle 6 Princeton U Hall U Rock Falls O Sterling Phil Wood Marc Beardsley Rich Becker Ierry Donahue Steve Dancy Iim Musick Don Baker Fred Wagner Brian Higgins Ioe Loebach Wayne Wheeler Rich Bohn Chris Goebel Ierry Becket J AYTEIIEI FOOTBALL Lee Scheidenhelm Torn Guiltoyle Calvin Brokaw Charles Carter Tony Dayton Mike Marrnion Patt Marmion Bob Swisher Iim Walker Iim Andrews Lewis Moore Richard Duke Kit Scheidenhelm FROSH-SOPH FOOTBALL-BACK ROW: D. Baker, R. Becker, M. Beardsley, I. Becket, L. Schefdenhelm, L. Moore, W. Wheeler, S. Dancey, F. Wagner THlRD ROW: Coach Scott, D. Meade, T. Dayton, I. Walker, I. Loebach, I.-Donahue, P. Wood, Mgr. I. Pohl, Coach Waity, SECOND ROW: C. Goebel, C Carter B. Higgins, G. Schammel, P. -Marmxon, C. Brokaw, R. Duke, I. Cassidy, D. Pohl: FRONT R W: K. Scheidenhelm, I. Sams, M. Marmion, I. Musick D Bird B. Swisher, I. Andrews, T, Gullfoyle. FRESHMAN FOOTBALL-BACK ROW: G. Mathesius, I. Whitmore, D. Echelbarger, G. Steil, R. Wujeck, E. Wilhelm, L. Walker, L. Moore I. Keen, FOURTH ' Y k G. S h l D. C 'd D. Kidd R. Miller Coach Rieke, THIRD ROW' C. Ekstrom, F Fonts R ROW. Coach Gooden, K. Do.an, D. Faulk, R. Du e, c amme, assi y, , , f . . Roach, L. Miller, D. Stremlau, D. Cassidy, D. Neil: SECOND ROW: B, Corrigan, D. Whitmore, I. Wade, R. Kessel, K. McLaughlin, D. Withrow, P. Po ers I. Andrews, T. Kelleng FRONT ROW: R. Poisel, W. Politsch, P. Carlson, P. Michels, D. Hrovat, M. Veit, I. Yohn, ABSENT A. Echelbarger. FIR.OSIiII FOOTBALL HERE lS A TEAM that We predict will make great progress at MHS in their years to come. After dropping their first three tilts, Coach Don Gooden's Trojets got their heads together and won the remaining three. When a team can do this, it is evi- dent they have something on the ball. Desire to learn was the main reason for their Winning comeback. The frosh improved with every game, ironing out the mistakes they had made the game before. Assistant Coach Herb Rieke Worked with the overload of over 30 green boys and did his usual job of teaching the many iundamentals of the gridiron. These boys saw the greatest amount of action: ends Ernie Wilhelm, Ioe Keen, and Richard Wujekg tackles Gary Ma- thesius, Dave Faulkg guards William Politsch, Kenny McLaugh- lin, centers Iim Wade and Dave Whitmore, quarterbacks Bill Andrews and Bill Corrigang haltbacks Rich Duke, Frank Eouts, and Galen Schammelg and fullback Louie Moore. The Trojets lost to St. Bede 32-14, Rochelle 14-9, Dixon 13- 7, then defeated Rock Falls 13-O, Princeton 13-U and Marseilles 25-13. Next ye-ar's Iaytees will certainly be a strong contender for the NCIC conference. We 14 9 7 13 13 25 FRESHMAN SCHEDULE St. Bede Rochelle Dixon Rock Falls Princeton Marseilles They 32 14 13 U O 13 VARSITY IBASIYEITIBALL VARSITY BASKETBALL-BACK ROW: Manager D. T. Miller, Coach Beals, Fl. Iohnson, I, Larsen, B. Smith, D. Muller, S. Iacobs, R. Sander, Coach Smith SECOND ROW: R. Michel, B. Rider, W. Hanson, I. Marmior., K. Stauth, I. Goebel, I. Hartlg FIRST ROW: R, Sheridan, B. Beemer, E. Meacham, W. Whit more, D. Iones, R. Medlar SEASON SCHEDULE WE THEY ST. BEIDE :iC?0NAL 85 Rock PC1115 Co.t.l 88 me ' WE THEY 86 stream as THEY 77 Earlville 51 lglfoauifle gg Amboy 43 73 AIT1bOY 47 OC e e La Salle-Peru 72 60 Princeton 65 3132215 Walnut 74 67 Hall 50 Q3 SBBede TOURNAMENTS . lxon 93 Mcilfquene MARQEQEZTEBTISUDAY S3 Sjnlsjjg 69 WE THEY Smixifii ??CmNAL 7l Kewanee Co.t,l 69 78 Marquette 7l THEY 69 Ottawa 62 77 Woodland 46 70 De Kalb 67 75 Seneca 65 Ottawa Cath 73 Beellf guzkles Trojkzm to best record' ever THIS WAS A TEAM that is better than their 21-4 standing shows. Many say it was the best year for basketball in MHS history, All in all, Coach Bob Beals' Trojan cagers had a standout season highlighted by taking first in the Ottawa Marquette Holiday Tourna- ment and copping the St. Bede Regional, which had not been won by a Mendota club for nineteen years. The Trojans boasted a great and potent running game which would simply tire out many other teams. The Trojans took the first two tilts, lost to Princeton, won twelve straight, got downed by Rock Falls in an overtime, grabbed two more, lost to Rochelle, then took five more to grab the regional championship. Then in the first game in the La Salle-Peru Sectional, bad luck struck again. At halftime, Ottawa's Pirates held a 15 point margin, but a fired-up team of Trojans displayed a comeback that some old pros say was the best ever. When the final gun sounded, it was 68-68 and an overtime ball game. Disaster prevailed and tears flowed as Ottawa ended Trojan-state-bound hopes as they took the contest 73-70. This was a team that worked together for one pur- pose: to win for the students and town of Mendota. Four team records were broken: l. Highest combined- teams score in a game C1731 - Rock Falls game Calso tied with 1955-1956 St. Bede gamel 2. Highest team score in a game C941 - Walnut game. 3. Most team points scored in a season C1909 in 25 gamesl. 4. High- est team scoring average in a season C76.4l. When a team can accomplish results like these While compet- ing with rough teams, as MHS does, one can see why student spirit was at an all-time high. With four starters returning next year, the '62 Atod- nem staif says all the way to a club that will have the ability to do it. CO-CAPTAIN DOUG MILLER was the only senior starter. As a lorward, this rugged 6'2 cager excelled in both offense and defense as he averaged an 11.6 shooting aver- age with a ,545 shooting clip trom the field, which was the best percentage. Doug was second in rebounds with a 246 total. TRULY AN ALL-STATER, Willie Hanson, the other Trojan leader is a veteran while only a junior, which entitles him to achieve even greater cage heights next year. This season, Will broke two records and tied one He scored 43 points against Amboy and ended up the season with 682 points with a 27.3 average. This was 163 points over the old record. Also, he tied with Ice Rukliclds 76 points scored in the Marquette Holiday Tournament. Willie was honored on the First String All-State, Chicago American? Special Mention All-State, Chicago Daily News and Champaign News Gazetteg Third Team All-State, Rockford Register Republic, First String All-Conference CNCICJ, Rock- ford Morning Star and De Kalb Chronicle. Hanson also took the NCIC scoring crown for the second straight year and won the free-throw and assist trophies. C0-eaptaim Champ! of holiday ana' regional tournaments STATISTICS GAME REBOUNDS NAME FGA FGM PCT FTA FTM PCT AVG PTS OFF DEF TOT Hanson 477 240 .503 267 202 .757 27.3 682 32 46 78 Smith 225 110 .489 148 86 .581 12.2 306 127 178 305 Sheridan 270 120 .444 83 61 .735 12.0 301 33 35 68 Miller 200 109 ,545 133 71 .534 11.6 289 104 142 246 -Larsen 132 51 .386 38 26 .684 5.1 128 39 81 120 Stauth 65 26 .400 29 14 .483 2,6 66 8 25 33 Iacobs 57 22 .386 33 21 .636 3.6 65 10 21 31 Sander 46 20 .435 16 11 .688 2.8 51 4 7 11 Iohnsort 24 5 .208 5 3 .600 .8 13 1 10 11 Iones 9 1 ,111 7 6 .857 .3 8 1 3 4 Hartt 4 0 .000 2 0 .000 ---- - Goebe1 i-----i- 1 1 2 Medlar 1 0 .000 4 0 .000 - - - 2 2 Michel 1 0 .000 - - - - 3 - - - Marmion - - --i-- - - 1 1 2 Rider ----- ---- 2 2 Whitmore ------ ----- Beemer ------- ---- Cassidy ------ ----- Points Scored, 1909, Points A11oWed, 1589, Key: FGA, Eie1d goals attempted, EGM, Fie1d goa1s made, PCT p rcent FTA free throws attempted, FTM, free throws made, AVG, averaae game points, PTS, total points scored, OEF, offensive, DEE defenslve TOT total AST assists, INT, interceptions, REC, recovered, LOST, 10st, VARSITY AWARDS Willie Hanson Ron johnson john Larsen Bruce Smith Doug Miller Scotty Iacobs Rich Sander Ken Stauth john Hartt Rog Sheridan Dick jones Ray Michel Bill Rider Barney Beemer Ioe Marmion jeff Goebel Wayne Whitmore Ed Meacham Rich Medlar D. T. Miller, MGR Stripe Major Major Major Major Major Major Major Major Major Major Minor Minor Minor Minor Minor Minor Minor Minor Stripe .s is-at m1 ABOVE-BRUCE SMITH, RANGY Trojan junior center, leaps high and grabs a key rebound during the over- time oi the sectional game with Ottawa. Sadly was the word as the Pirates took the contest 73-70. The Ottawa player is Ray McKeever. FAR LEFT, OPPOSITE PAGE-ALL STATE GUARD, WILLIE Hanson exhibits the form that helps prove Why he is one of the top prep stars in Illinois, Only a junior, Willie has smashed all individual MHS scoring records. MIDDLE, OPPOSITE PAGE-IOI-IN LARSEN, A fleet- Iooted junior forward, hits tor 2 points. john stood out as a great defensive specialist. RIGHT, OPPOSITE PAGE-ROGER SHERIDAN, IUNIOR guard, uses the Mendota fast-break and scores during action ot the La Salle-Peru game of the St. Bede Regional. Rog Was named on the De Kalb Chronicles all-conference second string and given area honorable mention by the Chicago Daily News, LEFT-EVEN THOUGH SURROUNDED by tour Sterling players, senior Doug Miller gets off his shot and scores. This rugged iorward just could not be stopped. FROSH-SOPH BASKETBALL-BACK ROW: Manager I. Flaherty, C. Goebel, P. Wood. R, Weitzel, D, Carnahan, I. Donahue, R, Bohn, C. Carter, C h Morgan: SECOND ROW: K Sondgeroth. F. Wagner, W. Wheeler, D. Baker, D. Pohl, B. Eurkart, FRONT ROW: T, Guiltoyle, I Kostopiros, I Cassidy C Copper, B. Hochstatter. ABSENT, I. Loeboch. SOPIE1 EASIKEITIBALL THE MENDOTA IAYTEES kept the winning tradi- tion going by earning a lU-8 record. The Sophs are even better than their record, as some of the lost mar- gins were 29-27, 37-33, 39-37, 5l-47 and 45-43. Coach Morris Morgan's Iaytees started oft hot, beating Earlville 39-33, Amboy 60-35, and Princeton 35-32. Hall stopped the win streak 39-29. The Iaytees then lost to St. Bede 43-34 and Dixon 29-27, Marquette bowed to the Sophs 46-39 as Gene-seo did also 54-35. St. Bede overpowered the Iaytees again 37-33, as did strong Kewanee 63-43. Then the Morganmen stopped big Ottawa 43-38, beat De Kalb 52-43, romped Rock Falls 45-44 and defeated Streator 59-53, Marquette sadly handed the young cagers another loss 39-37. Rochelle then stopped the locals 51-47. Mendota knocked oft Amboy 62-54 and ended the season falling to the NCIC champs Sterling, 45-43, Chris Goebel, Don Baker, Phil Wood, Dennis Pohl, Ioe Loebach, Dick Bohn, Fred Wagner, Ierry Donahue, and Craig Copper saw most action tor the Iaytees, Loebach, who started at center, was sidelined with a broken foot from the De Kalb game and was replaced well by Donahue and Bohn. The Iaytees displayed much talent for basketball and will surely be a big factor in the role of next year's varsity. DONNIE BAKER SOPHOMOEE guard, gets his shot d action with De Kalb's young Barbs. THE FROSH TEAM HAD hard luck as far as a win- ning season goes, but the Trojets always played hard and were willing to learn. Under the direction of coach lim Scott, twenty-five boys attained further knowledge of the sport of basketball, When looking at the sched- ule, a person can see how close the margins were. The Trojets opened up the season looking very sharp by downing Marseilles 38-35. Then the LaSalle- Peru Frosh surprised the young locals by taking them 47-37, The future Trojans dropped decisions to Prince- ton, 45-40, St. Bede, 35-31, Ottawa, 56-36, and LaSalle- Peru, 47-42. The Freshies finally found the range again by downing a fine Princeton outiit, 50-36. The next two tilts found Scott's cagers on the wrong sides of 4l-34 and 35-27 scores from Marquette and St. Bede respectively. Members who saw most action were Ernie Wilhelm, Rich Duke, Rich Wujek, lohn Whitmore, Bill Corrigan, Phil Carlson, Louie Moore, and Dennis Neal. This team had much potential, and with one year under their belt, the '62-'63 laytees will surely be a stronghold. MR. SAM MURDOCK, MHS equipment manager, is shown checking over one of his many duties. Mr. Murdock's job con- sists from handing out clean equipment to getting balls ready for games, He Was always present when needed and did a commendable job. The athletic department benefited greatly from his services. FIQOSIHI IBASIKEITIBALL FREST-IMAN BASKETBALL BACK ROW Manager L Walke R Duke D Wo sley I. Whitmore, E. Wilhelm, Fl. Wujek, L, Moore, D. Faulk, D. Cassidy, D. Whitmore Coach Scott SECOND ROW C Ekstrom D Neal P Powers I Andrews, l. lfckhardt, G. Merriman, P. Leuzinger, D. Cassidy: FIRST ROW: T. wr? sift! gi 55351355 452 -KU. 4 ' Iru 4 f ---- , ,M I 'WET QEEHBEWE igmn me L 532' A 5 -'Q' '- A 8 , J 'f Vg 3? in , i jkif' iff? if H551 ' 1 J 9 E , Q xi MP gi an Q M J .,f xiii ,pm S GOLF-BACK ROW: W. Whitmore, I, Goebel, W, Wheeler, M. Heidmann, D, Carnahan, L. Brewbaker, D. Ultch, R. Iacob, B. Schmehr, FIRST ROW: S. Klein, I. Wade, R. Wentz, C. Copper, M. Marrnion, D. Whitmore, R. Rose, ABSENT: I. Phalen. G-OLP' AND IEASEIIBALL UNDER THE FINE direction of Coach Waity, golf at MHS is growing more successful each year. This is the third straight year tor the sport here and returning lettermen are Iack Phalen, Ron Iacob and Wayne Whitmore. As a sophomore, Wayne tied for third in the conference last year. With an abundance of under- classmen, the sport of golf at Mendota should con- tinue in popularity, BASEBALL IS NOW a spring sport at MHS. Be- hind the capable leadership ot Coach Beals, 30 boys are gaining experience. Boys expected to see most ac- ticn are infielders Smith, Sheridan, Hanson, Michel and Corrigan, catchers Kerns and Averyp pitchers Murdock and Goebel, and outtielders Medlar, Haley, Wujek, Eransen, and Higgins. With a flourishing num- ber of underclassmen, this sport should grow too! BASEBALL-BACK ROW: D. Cassidy, D. Marshafl, G. Harmon, D. 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