Montpelier High School - Mirror Yearbook (Montpelier, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 110 of the 1943 volume:

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The Mirror', is a volume cherished by all, and is indispensable because of the peace of mind S215 311111: s 14. 1 Xaz-we EF... :Xsfm:.m W A ya 1 11ml it Xtizzmial i.1:4sfii::1.iei:1z R. 5 X zsuI.u.l:x 5311515 is 1 Y i kv 1 l ' 1 Xxtemxzzi ikziilriastll. iircss Raanrizxxun fiaismial Qnizaiiziislxi ilmis EXssafiirf.s1w l ,Q Meme am V ,rweezmwwam ,em-mammaaw 1 . Wg. tx. am., M aa. ft. 4 -. -. X 1. . . we as sxufsavnaigwawz Yfillisma 4 V Mt Q .M K Mafaav W - e?3isf'y1awb-it... W Twent -Five Years Cn Page 2 it brings to the reader. ln most every household in Montpelier, seldom a day passes that someone does not consult the Annual,' for some event or date that has slipped their memory. The Class of 1943 will HOC break faith with those who labored that the book should live. We dare not, we cannot be base enough to let the stigma of failure bring disgrace to such an excel- lent record. The Mirror,' stands on the pedestal of prom- inence and eminence in the field of journalism by winning victory after victory for fifteen succes- sive years in two great national contests. We pay tribute to those who had foresight and knowledge to continue this priceless project through the years of hardship and prosperity that PAST EDITORS AN EDITORS MANAGERS 1942-Bonnie King .,,t,,, .. .NValter Bauer 1941-Lee Powers ,,,,..,, .. ..... .. .James Stahl 1940-Ralph Flinchbaugh Frederick Bavin 1939-Doris Darby ,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,, A lice Richmond 1938-Carlin Abend ,,,,,,,,,, . ,,,,,,,, Kenneth Doenges 1937 -Theodore Chapman . ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,. ...Lloyd Stahl 1936-Robert Changnon .. Sievers Everitt 193 S-Betty Cameron ........ .... R obert Seward 1934--Robert Kirkwood ....... . .... Leo Hillard 1933-Richard Changnon ..... Alma Tingle 1932-Virginia Cook ...... ..... . .. . Alma Tingle 1931-Robert Kiess ,..... ...... C arl Deadman The Assembl Line our twenty-fifth volume could be a reality. Your memorable laurels and trophies bear .1 mute challenge to us to carry on, even though the sun is obliterated by the clouds of war and hearts are saddened by the separation from loved ones. We know your heroes will wish to return to a world and school that is unchanged materially bv these horrible events of the present day. They will want to know if our ball teams are still on the winning sideg if the kids still hang out at Niclfsg and all the other little things that are typical of the Montpelier Schools. Yes, thc Class of 1943 will meet the challenge and pray sincerely that this type of activity will be perpetuatedg that the silver will eventually turn into gold. -Leroy Patterson USIN ESS MANAGERS EDITORS MANAGERS 1950-Lawrence Meinc ,, , H ,, , ,,,,,i Lyle Beck 1929-Estell Stahl , , ,,,, , Howard Shambarger 1928-Lewis Spake ,,,, , ,, ,,Merle Finch 1927-Louis Meine ,,,,,,,, Ferrall Lockhart 1926-Donald Arnsbergerw Frank Altaffer 1925-Paul Wfeaver , ,,,,,,, ,, ,, Kenneth XVingard 1924-Elsworth Cunningham Reginald Hausa 1923-Dale McDaniel , ,,,,,,, Donald Brannan 1922 Victor Lockhart, ,,,,,, , Paul Bechtol 1921 Otha Lamberson ,, , Bard Spalce 1920 Rex Kicss ,, Charles Moore ' - -2: g 2 l f Ui +2 4 72 E Sgt, W Sxhsx ii sr 255251 W A. if 9' ,sg 3 1 sf? -f-' 1 -r' .1 Q gg 2 qi s ...W + .,,. Page 3 O-ll? gkdllwlgf To you . . To Keep Our We May All Speech, With Fires of Freedom Burning, That Enjoy Freedom Gf Religion and Freedom From Fear and Want. CONTENTS Gur Command: Forward March We Go Forth lllllllllllllllllIllllllllllllllllIII!IllllllllllIIIllllllllllIIIllllllllilllllllllllllllllllllllllillllllll AIO r v Serve HIllllllllIIIIIlllllllllllllIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIlIlllllllIIIIIIIIIllIIIIllllIllilll!IIIIIlIIlIIIl!llIlIIII!IIlllllllllllll lllllIllllllllllllllllI1IllllililllIIlllllllllllllllllllllllllIIIIHI1llllillIlllllllllllllllllllllllillllllf Developlng Cnr 1 Brains and Brawn Physical Fitness Cornes IlIIIllllllllllIlIIIIIIIHllllllllHIllllllllIllllllllllllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllIIIIIIHIIIIIIIllIllIIIIIIIIHIIIIIIIIIIHIQ Fifst Page 6 l n. 1 Nw, 4 . 1 n,.' Q Ax I float! from ffm xfr'r'f1fr', or fly al flu' maxi, Or LIIVUOII 0,l'I' flu' xml lL'bL'l'l' ifn' long grussvx rzoif, My mum' is ax old as the glory of God. Dedication To the American youth today who are so staunchly taking their places to preserve the freedoms of religion, speech, and from want and fear, we pay tribute in our humble way. They are practically being snatched from the cradle to be trained, both mentally and physically, for the great task of meeting Our Challenge. They know that in such a time as this, lifelong am- bitions cannot be followed, nor planned dreams be mater- ialized, instead, the thousands upon thousands of Amer- ican youth are laying aside their caps and gowns to don the garb of the armed forces and take the pledge of Democ- racy. -Val Connolly Page 7 The Challengers . . . Copyright, Class ol 1943 EXECUTIVE BOARD General Executive Manager-Val Connolly Business Manager-Ralph Cox Business Editor-LeRoy Patterson Assistants- Assistants- Puul Strnwscr Dick Pressler Donald Echler Hal Dietz Lnvon Elson Harvey Scott Literary Editors-Peggy Edwards, Iris French Treasurer--Betty Critclineld Assistant-Rosalie Todd Recording Secretary--Arlene Hasford Desk Secretary-Illah Manley Auxiliary Secrettiry-Wayiie Dictriclc Filing Secretary-Maynard Knepper News Reporter-Thelma Falco Class Adviser-Donna H. Burns Sftl7Il,llItQ+Ci7X, Connolly, Miss Burns, Deitz, Manley, Hnsford. Srulutl--Strguvser, Pressler, Scott, Elson lielilcr, Deitrick, Critclilield, Todd, Falco, Mansfield Page 8 i WE ARE FUTURE BUILDERS For many years we have looked for- ward to this time of graduation-a time when our dreams and hopes would be realized. Like you, we did not know that our most elementary principles of hu- manitarianism would be threatened. We did not know that our hopes and dreams would be put aside until the time when our American way of living would no longer be in a precarious condition. Never before in the history of our school, or in the history of any of the thousands of schools in our nation, have we, the youth of our nation, been pre- sented such a challenge. This challenge is so searing, it threatens the very soul of our Democracy--a soul that will perish under tyranny and oppression. Yes, we the high school students have been called upon to help in the tremendous task before us-a task re- quiring many sacrihces and tribulations. We have done much to help this year, but we will do more next year, and still more the next, until we are sure that our country, and scores of countries like ours, are again free from fear and want, with freedom of speech and religion. This edition of our Mirror com- memorates our twenty-fifth anniversary Page 9 -twenty-five years of service and vic- tory. This book has expressed the Amer- ican Youth during that period - his work and his play. That youth had his problems to solve, also. But those prob- lems which confronted him were not problems which required him to develop his scope to cover the farthest bound aries of the world-only his own little world of hope and security. But now, our boys, upon graduation, become men to go forth to do menis work on our fighting fronts. The girls become women to do women's work and men's work in the positions of the home front left va- cant by those who have joined the vast throng to answer the needs of our gov- ernment. But our eyes and minds reach beyond this wall of war which surrounds us, and see the years when our graduating classes will again be able to go forth into a world in which there is every opportu- nity for them to follow the dictates of their hearts. That is why we are fighting now-- that is why we have accepted the chal- lenge thrust upon us by our enemies- for we are FUTURE BUILDERS. -By Peggy Edwards, Lit. Ed. Y A Change of Signposts All over the land, institutions of learning have taken on a new sig- nificance-a new objective, as it were. No longer do these walls of stone a prison make, but rather they are concentration centers for various activities necessary in carrying out our defense measures. Seldom a day or night passes that lights do not beam forth from many parts of the building where long lines of humanity file through the open portals to secure the necessary gas, sugar, canned goods, or shoe ration books. In the many rooms, a first-aid course is in progress, a blackout meeting is being planned, a bond issue is at hand, or a scrap drive is on. MONTPELIE Page 10 1 A Warring World Yes, many changes are evident and the schools are playing a mighty part as soldiers on the home front. The problems of education for freedom are not simple in these times. Priority must now be given to the winning of War-and Winning the war requires the services of young men and women. This generation will have no time beyond the age of eighteen to acquire the knowledge and training they will need and are entitled to have as American citizens, but we sincerely hope that the coming generation of students will have a smoother pathway on which to travel. -Harvey Scott, Jr. 3 'J -x it ,f 'R J Z ,.-I' ----.1 lun! .flaw IGH SCHOOL Page 11 OUR CHALLENGE The finze has eonze when deparzf we inusf, For God has placed in us a iruszf. So, while war lords rule in every land, The Class of 43,' shall dishand. The task before us most certainly is greafg Is iz' any wonder fhen, we hesifaie Before faking ihe one final sfep I nfo fhe sea we know not ihe depfh? Our sunrise was all we wished it to he, So glorious, so eolorful, so hountiful and free, Bu! our noonday skies are darkened o'erhead Tho we paused, we go forward, wifhout feeling of dread. The world will liffle nofe our Corning, perhaps, As fhe las! sehool ties we gravely unelasp. Our path no longer will he padded with flowers, We are anxious fo aeeepi lhe Challenge thai is ours! -Iris june Freneh MANIFESTATIONS OF GOOD WILL In spite of the uncertainties and perplexities of this troublous year, the school has been well remembered. Among the many kind considerations were the following gifts: Booksqfrom the library of Mrs. Mary Saunders and the American Legion Auxiliary. Magazine contribu- tions included The National Geographic, Readers' Digest, and Sports Magazine by Mr. Ellery Strayer, Engineering Magazine by Mr. O. A. Carpenter, Life Magazine by Mr. Elmer Vernier. A large American flag was presented by Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Tingle in memory of their son, LaVern. Such gifts as these cannot be valued in dollars and cents, but rather this spirit is the essence of the feeling which makes for a better school, a better community and a liner fellowship. --Doris Priest Page 12 fel it A .N L.,. Y r kkxvwkiig .4 ., X A ,W 3 rw ,Y Nam X auf' f h , fa R x, . M' A h Mrwmmw. 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X , 5: ,A . gl, - frshw fwx yiuf' kEie ,tr, yur ft f 1 3. ff I f if ww fp 1 ,Q jiffil AYQIX' FORWARD MARCH The United Nations are plan- ning a world in which men can stmzcl straight and walk free, un- shaelalerl by fear of despotie pow- er or terrorized by hufzmm greed, but privilieged to speak openly mm' live unmolested under the flag of Liberty. -LeRoy Patterson Page 15 1 JOHN C. RUNDELL, President Theater Manager DR. L. H. LOGI-IRY, Vice-Pres. Osteopathic Physician GUARDIANS OF THE FOUR FREEDOMS By IRIS FRENCH On all sides, in every field of endeavor, people have had to take upon themselves more work and responsibilities because of the war. These live men, each in his own profession, perform their tasks, ministering to the needs and desires of their fellowmen. They have little time to call their own. Therefore, it is even more to their credit now than formerly, that they have accepted the added burden of guiding the educational institutions through this time of stress. Education must go forward! Now particular- 1. JU DR. E. A. BECHTOL Retired Physician ly should it be promoted when precision work is so necessary. Peace time needs must be filled as well as the intensified needs caused by the world Wide crisis. Military training was provided in accordance with the government rulings, as was the program for penny milk for all students to partake of. The School Board is deserving of much praise as they have provided many advantages for school youths. Not only do they hold the part of Knowl- edge but they now light the stepping stones to victory. They have accepted their challenge! DR. GILBERT C. ELY Dentist Railroad Clerk CECIL PROSSPR ffllcrkj Page 14 ' Q W VL .-:f - A -V,-.. . ' - ib, 2, ,. ., , ,i, ., . . gn f ggqgg.-,,. it f ' ,Z k f 'gs .., A . . :1. VH V :,- '-x-'-' A ,,,.....:.: Egg., by tq . ,, N A '1 A '.. . N .I4 V :-. X Q :W - - i f X ' s I-' .fs UIXW' gulf' .Q We . Q E 5 . : A . ff ,s 2? , ag.. .::E! 1, I 4 ,V+ we THE AMERICAN WAY OF EDUCATION SUPERHVTENDENTUS OFFICE Hours of time md ener y ar . g' . c spent in fathomii-ig tl-v ll prov ems that confront school officials in a time of war. -lllah Manly STUDENT OFFICE AIDES These particular students were chosen for their ef- ficiency and working ability to be orlice aides. They assist in the completion of unfinished duties, such as checking attendance, answering the telephone, sorting and stamping letters for mailing, ditto r. l ' i a ' g 11715, and mnncographing. ?M117',1' Welsh LIBRARIANS The Modern Library today is a busy place indeed. Vfe find students at the tahles looking up encyclopcdic material or getting out reports, assisted by the librarians, Mrs. Dieu- dorfer, Mr. Faben and Miss Braithwaite. -fCatherine Bible SCHOOL SECRETARY Miss liriner nods war time bringing additional duties in the way of reports and bulletins that must be filed and answered. f Phyllis Ankney INDUSTRIAL ARTS Iiducational leaders today are vitally interested in for- warding .1 program which will train all of our youth to solve effectively the problems of every day life. To have ll better understanding of the problems of th l ' A I C Pcilpc H1 IIII walks of life is one of the foundamental aims in education. The shop course makes .1 contribution to this because it shows the young student vividly the problems that con- front the large number in our population who perform manual work. This experience makes it much easier for our future citivens to sympathize with this group. Irrespective of the occupation the students will enter in later years. Page 15 He will always rind use for the training which he has re ceived in the school sho in n k Y p ia ing the home a more coni- fortable, beautiful, and satisfying place in which to live. The Board of liducation has secured two twelve inch wood turning lathes, one twenty-four inch band saw, twenty-four inch jig saw, a six inch iointer, and a five- ten inch table saw. XVith the shop equipped with this fine machinery the students of the class, with the very capable instructions of Mr. Huffmon were able to construct such fine articles as: writing desks. all kinds and designs of smok- ing stands, a dressing table, some very unique table lamps. a large number of hurdles for the track team, and built their own paint room in the corner of the shop. To say nothing of the other small articles of crafty workmanship. fDon Iichler HOME ECONOMICS Problems of home life are being discussed informally -Virginia Cole DICK PRESSLER AT THE MIKE Many public speakers hivt gained tl ' in a laboratory period. . . . ' t' ' ieir initial training before the school mike. Each day brings many opportunities for one to esploit his speech making talents in broadcasting the events of the day, calling students to perform necessarv tasks or publicising news items. flrene Ruff MOVIE TECHNICIANS Modern schools fortunate enough to have facilities for screen work must also have trained students to care for the equipment and operate rh: machines. Liglitbody, Pieffer, Miller, Clark, Hosiettler and Pace are the technicians. f-Nlauriee llarmon STUDY HALLS Students not in class recitation may retire to the study halls and prepare necessary papers or lessons for other periods, Jhlohn liosrher , t ef M . I I I ., ' i -H if ..- H. M. Shaeffer, Montpelier, Ohio. Colleges: Heidelbergg Ohio State. Degrees: A. B. Department: Administration. Special hobbies or interests: Fishing. Planned and supervised economy is ev- ident on and in every situation that con- fronts an individual today. The success- ful completion of the war program will depend on the continued cooperation of all in the giving of themselves and their means to the limit. The war is an econ- omic struggle and sound principles will guide the wise to a justifiable victory. SUPT. H. M. SHAEFFIER HANDWRITING UPON THE UNIVERSAL SKY Education as usual like business as usual is on a side track for at least the duration. . The schools are expected to and should direct the pupils in educational lines which will give them training that will be of greatest immediate value in winning this war. It is essential that pre-inducton courses be emphasized, commando courses constructed and used, military drill be properly directed and such other specific training as will pre- pare them for the task at hand. The above changes will best be accomplished when the pupils have been shown the reasons for such needed changes and taught to know and realize the necessity for preserv- ing and protecting our way of life. This second objective can easily be accomplished by having pupil participation in the necessary projects to be carried on in every community. There are such tasks and duties as the selling of war stamps and bonds, the collection of scrap iron, tin cans, fats and greases, silk hose and books and magazines. Civilian defense, a most essential job, will also occupy the time and attention of many pupils. Serving the community in a multitude of ways is the prime objective of every loyal citizen. Therefore, the school has become a distribution point in the many ration activities that have been inaugurated. In this work teachers, pupils and citizens generally have participated. This has been beneficial in bringing a solidarity of effort, purpose and morale, that in the end can and will bring victory to and for our men in the service. Page 16 W. A. Howald, Montpelier, Ohio. Colleges: Heidelberg College, University of Denver. Degrees: A. B. and M. A. Department: Administration, Honors fPersonalQ: Phi Delta Kappa. Special Hobbies or Interests: Sports, Fish- ing. It must be realized by the members of the school organization that formal edu- cational bodies have no monopoly of guid- ance. The home, the church, and other agencies have a correspondingly impor- tant role in guidance responsibility. It should, under these conditions, be the job of the school to integrate these exper- iences into a purposeful central goal for the pupil so that their full personality value may be attained. Cooperation is a- gain the keynote for the school's activity. PRIN. W. A. HOYVALD POST-WAR BLUE PRINTS We are reminded of James Madison's oft-quoted observation, Democratic govern- ment without public education is a prologue to either farce, tragedy, or both. This statement may well be the principal argument for free public education. The schools have never operated entirely on this principle because of a number of diverting influences. Colleges have been dictatorial in their demand for certain subjects to be taught so that a few students may be better prepared for higher education. Em- ployers have held to a certain extent to the idea that schools should provide business and industry with an abundant supply of young labor. The post-war period will sec a redirection of education with a re-emphasis of its primary function-education for intelligent, responsive citizenship. The program of the schools will have to be radically reorganized to meet the needs of a changed and rapidly changing nation and world. Vocational education and preparation for college must give ground. At least one-fourth, probably more, of the school program should be dedicated to the task of insuring the effective functioning of democracy. Every boy and girl should be prepared for intelligent thinking about social, economic and political problems. In a democracy the people are in a sense sovereign. In a representative democracy, such as ours, it is necessary that people should be able to distinguish between sound and unsound leadership and representation. In general, what solutions to the problems of state and nation are adopted, depend largely upon the ability of the people to understand proposed solutions and to evaluate them. This is the great opportunity and responsibility of public education. Our problem will be the planning and administering of a system of education at home that will inspire emulation around the world. Page 17 past, he cannot understand and interpret the present, he cannot gi expression to his own thinking. VIOLET BRUBAKER BIBLE, Montpelier, Ohio Bowling Green State University, Bachelor of Science in Educa- tion, Social Science. 11 We are fighting a war to preserve American principles of Democracy. In our study of American Government strive to understand those principles and, in panoramic view, see their application, noting the freedom ever offered our people. In contrast, we consider the stifled suppressed government of many foreign coun- tries, deeming our Government worth bloodshed to maintain. JULIA BRAITHXVAITE, Lakeside, Ohio Bowling Green State University, Bachelor of Science in Educa- tion, Vocation Home Economics, Future Home Makers of America Club, Interests, Reading. ll The Home Economics Department plays an important part by informing homemakers through the girls about point rationing, substitutions in food, clothing, how to keep up our standards and improve them while doing without many things, how to use our money and time to best advanage, to build up our homes into something worth fighting for. LEON W. BOUCHER, Green Springs, Ohio Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, B. S. in Agriculture, Vo- cational Agriculture, F. F. A., Military Drill, Special Hobbies or In- terests, Fishing, Hunting, Horseshoes. ll The farmer is concerned with three things: his family, his farming, and his farm. The Mont- pelier Vocational Agricultural Department is trying to be of greatest service to the farmer in this great emergency for the production of food, by repairing farm machinery, mixing balanced rations and en- couraging the best possible practices to be carried out in good fa management, as an aid to the War effort. WC F111 Page 18 VC Intelle Def ONNA H BURNS Cd Cedarville Wooster Senior Class ctu al e . , e arville , , Defianc , Yearbo lt partment , Ohio e, A. B., B. S, English, Adviser o , Girl Reserve, Senior Dramatic Coach, De- Honors, Gold Medal Columbia University, First Place Na- tional Scholastic Press Contest on Year Book, Special Hobbies or Interests, journalism and Culinary Arts. ll English plays a vital part in training youth for citizenship. Special emphasis must be placed upon the development of fundamental reading skills, upon clear, con- cise oral and written expression, upon the literature of patriotism and American idealism, of current events and war problems. W. W. FABEN, Montpelier, Ohio Kenyon, Johns Hopkins, University of Michigan, A. B., A. M., English, French, Public Speaking, French Club, junior Class Adviser, junior Play Director, Honors CPersonalj D. T. D. Fraternity, Hon- ary Indian Chief, Special Hobbies or Interests, French, Fishing, Amer- ican Ethnology. 11 On me demanda quelle role joueront les suijets que j'en seigne sur la scene du monde d' apres cette seconde qucrre mondiale. Franchement, je ne sais pas. Sans doute nous allons c tinuer enseigner la langue et la litterature anglaise d s ecoles primaires et secondaires et dans nos universities. M s peutetre nos 1 buts changeront, il est possible que nous allo gner ces memes l suijets dans une maniere tout diff . ' eelocution trouvera jours sa place dans n es d' education modernes ifficle do hass e que les dema du mont on- ans no ' ai ns ensei erente L os system , il est d' sembl tou- l . Quant au future des arder un opinio pandant 'l ndes de notre ce avec c d' apres la Y ecessiter des cultures ' g es. n. Ce commer guerre n' ' etran e 101119 a plus d' etude de MARY PATTERSON L. DEINDOERFER, Defiance, Defiance, Ohio, Bachelor of Arts, Latin and English' Class Adviser, Librarian, Latin Club, Special Hobbies or Inter , Music. ll In times of economic stress, and especially in war, it is easy to emphasize the practical values of education, but difficult to main- tain the spiritual, intellectual, and aesthetic values. ghout the entire history of education, the langua ave be arded as basic. Progress in every field rning d out Words a m ot kno , 1 me s les nations l s langues et l Ohio , Freshman ests Throu ge arts h of lea ' an Cilnn cn re epends on l w what li. g anguage. as been said a nd done With- in the I' JnT l'0I1t HomeF MEREDITH FLOISF NAYLOR, Montpelier, Ohio ana University, University of Colorado, University of Illinois, ory' Commercial and Physical Ifducation, Sponsor, G. R. A. Assembly Commission. ll Details of administra- li n must go through the hands d for clerical and t is B Hist , Council ,, nd Civi ia , lv traine dtpartmen A. . and Stu ive aff t of thou stenogr being indust dent airs, both military a sands of men and women adequate 1 aphic positions. The high school commercial '. 'tunedi' to pre-induction training for boys and essential wat' ry training for the girls who will remain on the home front. RUSSELL I.. FIUFFMAN, Hamilton, Ohio Miami University, George Willianas, B. S. in Education, Physical n Industrial Fducation, Biological Science, Kappa Pi Kappa- srary Fraternities, Special Hobbies or Interests, ical Ilducation is being elevated result of the pres- alities Iiducatio 5 ' Tau, Honc I ' '. ll Phys ' lum as a Arable qu Iipsi Fish to ent lon Pi ing, Swimming, I.at1ng osition in the school curicu re realizing that many desi ' . Besides physical fitness we hi and initia- its proper p ' horitics a l education ', leaders p i war time. conflict. Aut developed through physica i operation, teamwork, loyalty 'hile both in peace time and are loping co worth vt 3I' ti e deve ve. All of these are H. A. KARNES, Dehance, Ohio A. B. Defiance College, Post Graduate Wfork at Bowling Green, Ohio University, Wtmrk on M. S., Indiana University, Mathematics, Physical Science, Hi-Y Adviser, Sophomore Class Adviser, Special Hobbies or Interests, Sports, Reading, Studying People. ll Paying all due respects to the great part our Physical Iiducation Program is do- ing toward making healthy bodies for our wax machine, without a doubt in this mechanized war, a good foundation of mathematics and Science is of primary importance for our boys who must protect our right to live. SAM I.. OWENS, Erie, Pennsylvania lfindley, Butler U, A. B., Physical Education, Social Studies, Coach Football, Track, UM Club Adviser, Freshman Adviser, Hon- ors CPersonalJ, Football Captain, President F Club, President Alpha Club, Flected Member of Ohio Collegiate Sociological Association, Special Hobbies or Interests, Golf, Travel. ll I feel that in the Physical Fitness Program, it is of great value to the boys entering ser- vice, because it is giving them a firm physical foundation for what they will have to undergo in the preparation for service to our country. In the social studies department, we are attempting to un- derstand the reason for this conflict and also to in some measure, pre- pare to render service of a civic nature in the post-war period. DEAN B. KANNEI., Montpelier, Ohio Northern State, Michigan, Bowling Green, Music Special, Music, Band, Orchestra, Chorus, Special Hobbies or Interests, Sports. ll Music is a greater back-bone of our world today, than ever before in the history of our world, both physically and spiritually. Our music students, upon graduation have gone and are going into our armed forces to take their places in bands and orchestras to give entertain- ment and inspiration to their fellow men. That is why it is such a pleasure to work with students now, for they realize the great need for music and have visioned the future's need for them. MILDRED BRINER, Montpelier, Ohio Secretary, Special Hobbies or Interests, Reading, Collecting Poems. ll Qualified secretaries are a needed asset in all lines of business today. They must be able to use all types of modern equipment, get out bulletins in record time and act as hosts in the place of officials when they are absent from the office, as well as aiding the students with their multiple problems. VERNICIQ ECHLER, Montpelier, Ohio School Custodian. llIt takes a well trained engineer to become a custodian in a modern building. Engineers in all departments today are men of marked ability and men who have specialized in various branches of work. A custodian of a modern high school building must have a Boiler Operators License. For Ohio, these tests are taken at the Department of Industrial Relations at Toledo. This license must be renewed every year. It takes much patience and hard study to accomplish this arduous task.4lVayne Diz'h'ir'b. Page I9 THE CORNERSTONE OF THE WORLD By LAVON ELSON Montpelier High School provides five different courses from which you may make your own choice. Some take the College Preparatory course which prepares for college. The General Course provides a varied program for everyday living. The future of the world is left to highly edu- cated races who alone can handle the scientific apparatus necessary for peace or survival in war. The Commercial Course offers technical training for those interested in ofhce work or bookkeeping. The education of girls for the duration cannot be considered entirely apart from the education of all youth during the war. This constitutes the Home Ee. Course which enables girls to be better homemakers. It will pave the future for girls who are interested. There are certain required subjects: English, American History, and American Government. You have your choice with the other intersting subjects. Two new subjects recently added to our courses of study are Mechanical Drawing and In- dustrial Arts, which will be needed greatly in win- ning the war. Music and Glee Clubs provide for the aes- tastes and fancies. Physical Education is required of everyone un- less physically handicapped, with military training which equips Juniors and Seniors for the armed service. Each student must have a certain number of majors and minors in order to receive a diploma of graduation. The Sophomore rank is three, Jun- ior eleven, and Senior sixteen. Courses will necessarily be changed to meet present needs and we predict a more extensive and intensive system of preparing the student of to- morrow for his chosen career. -Lavon Elson FIVE-WAY PROGRAM Accredited by the North Central Association ot Secondary Schools and Colleges e First Year 'U l U1 69.952 'sme-:QQO 5'-6'5'lZrra'2 O n-f o H2552 H in Z' :Q Q., H. IU rs fv 'T 3 2 3 5 m 9- :1 9. 0 H fc 9 995' :m':T'Q2:19 9i5Q'g 535' Efvfgagly wma-5O5 'r.'l 000,-. 'no v-'-O '-- D375 W5 '4 Efvm E09 . 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World History Biology E World History Home Economics II Home Economics II Plane Geometry World History u Music Typing I Biology Music Plane Geometry 3 Physical Education Music Music Physical Education Music Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education English III KRD English III KRD English III KRD English III KRD English III KRD 3 American History KRD American History KRD American History KRD American History KRD American History KRD Elect Two: Elect Two: Elect Two: Home Economics III Agriculture III P' Latin Ill Chemistry Shorthand I Elect One: Elect One: .U French I Sales and Com. Law Typing I Chemistry Chemistry .5 Chemistry Home Economics Ill Sales and Com. Law Public Speaking Public Speaking E Advanced Math. Music Home Economics III Music , Music Music Physical Education Music Physical Education Physical Education Pl'!YSiCUl EClUCC1li0U Physical Education English IV KRD' English IV KRD' English IV KRD' English IV KRD' English IV KRD' ,A Amer. Government KRD Amer. Government KRD Amer. Government KRD Amer. Government KRD Amer. Government KRD U Elect Two: Elect Two: Elect Two: Home Economics IV Agriculture lV Q Latin II Physics Shorthand II Elect One: Elect One: French II Sociology and Econ. Tvpinq H Physics Physics 5 Physics Home Economics IV Home Economics IV Socioloay and Econ. Sociology and Econ. .5 S0ClOl0QY Gnd ECOY1- Pt-1bliC SDSGHHCZ Sociology and Econ. Public Speaking Public Speaking if Public Speaking TYPUIQ ll Music Music Music M'-1SiC Music Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education Page 20 In THERE IS N O BLACKOUT HERE English is becoming more and more a laboratory sub- ehine and test tube. W'ell equipped laboratories provide an ject and students are taught to develop their talents both opportunity to gain practical experience. by writing and constructing projects. Chemistry is a subject that is vitally playing its role Smith-Hughes students study under supervision which in the conflict of today. Many new products are being de- brings about a better understanding and grip of the subject. veloped to aid humanity. Expert craftsmen are needed today and we find many The modern Home Economics course provides girls line pieces of work materialived in the shop. with scientific knowledge to live in a specialized world where Engineers are needed to take CQIFC of the modern heating hit and miss methods are taboo. plants. Annual Board stenographers get out all copy for the Commercial students are being sought by all business yearbook and get their first real experience in putting out concerns today, and this course seems to bring in the quick- perfect copy. est returns financially. Circulation Editors chart the town for possible :ub- Science must serve all, is an expression commonly heard scriptions, and catalogue their landings. today, for men have entered an era dominated by the ma- THE ERUITS OF AN AMERICAN LIFE We are no different from the other millions of youths than we who have put our very hearts and souls into it. who live or have lived upon this earth. No, none of these is the reason! The cause is something We have been happy laughing youngsters. W'e have greater and mightier than We. Something over which we built castles in the air and then set to work to build founda- have had no control. tions under them. Each and every one of us has dreamed XY'ar! XX'ar has come. A force of devastation that has and layed plans for the future when we could carry out taken away more than gasoline and sugar, it has destroyed our hopes and desires. our dreams, our hopes and all we have lived for! WT have worked hartl to prepare ourselves so that we Instead of carrying out our own desires we will go might attain our goals. Vfe have not disliked this work, forward to the battle fronts and other places Where we are nor have we done it grudingly because we knew it was the needed so that we can help bring victory. path to the fulfillment of our dreams. But we are not complaining because we have some- But today, just as we are standing on the very brink thing to tight for. As we lift our eyes to the future, we of our careers, we see our castles crumble, before our eyes- can see our dream castles waiting for us. Xlfaiting for the our dreams blasted. time when peace once more will rule and we can continue Xvhy? Surely not because we have not laid our founda- where we are leaving off now. Although the skies look tions carefully enough. Surely not because we have not black today--we know that the heavens are always blue prayed fervently enough, for who could have tried harder above the clouds, Jiri' l Page 21 .i lion' I- rrfzrfz DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS - 1942-1943 Journalism: First Place--National Scholastic Press Contest. Gold Medal-Columbia Scholastic Press Contest. Future Farmers: Val Conolly won State Farmers Degree. Athletics: Runners'Up Trophy in Basketball. Northwestern Ohio Champions in Track. Awarded Large Trophy. Scholarships: S200 Scholarship won by Joan Mansfield and Peggy Edwards, Defiance College. Music: Fort Wayne and Tri-State Contest: Bill Welch-Saxophone I at State. TRI-STATE-FORT WAYNE AT DISTRICT MEET I Bill Welch, Saxophone I II Allen Pifer, Clarinet II I Bob W'ilson, Trumpet I I Everret Bailey, Base III I Dick XVilson, Baritone II I Marilyn Knepper, Flute II I Maynard Knepper, Drum Solo I Bob Wilson I Trumpet Trio: Glen Suffell I Ralph Cox OHIO STATE I Brass Sextet: Bob NVilson, Dick XVilson, Eugene King, Don Echler, Glen Suffel, Bob Lockhart. I Trombone, Eugene King. II Saxophone, Bill Welch I Drum Solo, Maynard Knepper. II Flute Solo, Marilyn Knepper. Band at District-Bowling Green-First Place. Band at State-Second Place. F. H, A.: Lynette Tingley and Roslie Todd-awarded Fourth Degree in F. H. A. at Columbus, Ohio. Navy: Val Connolly-Enlisted in V-5 as Aviation Cadet in United States Navy. He was sworn in on May 5, 1943. Denver Yarger-Passed B-12 test in Navy Officers Training School. Page Z2 l 6lasses , Denied slpeducaiiony denied information, suppressed or enslaved Apeoplel-grow sluggish, as exernpliped in: the Nazieland Fascist 'scheme where ideas become the property of the slate and people as apwbole are intoxicated mentally. g are lcloallenged to give rigorous intellecfnal :mining blended with social experiences, that studeenlsfmaydreegorneftolerant and wise in ilneirqdelibera- tionsland .Irp eeoinelpnservants of the worldg s o ' I s l'lVpl r 'l sl l-Belly, Critcblqeld l 4 Page 23 SENIOR CLASS PLAY DC 'T T KE MY PENN CAPTIVATES AUDIENCE CHARACTER PERSONNEL Penny-a pofcfniial Hollywood xfai' , ,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,.. . W ,,,, Iris French Joanna-ber girl fI'iL'7I!1 W H , ,,,,,,, ,,,,7,,,, , June Horton Greg, Kerry-!z'n11ix sfars Ralph Cox, Dick Pressler Henri-a zlexignw' ,,,,, ,, Carlton Hart Sally-fbct new maid . .,,, Mark-zz pofenfiul farmer , ,, Gram-who runs the bO'1lXC'l70Ill ,,,, , Mavis-who broarfcvlsfx ,,,, ,, . Peggy Edwards Val Connolly ,. . Virginia Cole W., Betty Critchfield Mr. Pringle-Iznxinwss czzlfliri ,,,,, , , . , ,, , Paul Henry Mrs. Pringle-foo busy wiilz clubs to know bw' fauzily , ,, Eleanor Krisher Mr. Fields-.iearching for a star ,,,, H , ,,,,,,,, ,r,,,,,,7,,,,, , , , A, LeRoy Patterson Paris models-Arlene Hosford, Mary Welsh, Vivian Cheadle, Marvel Miller, Rosalie Todd, Marjorie Haase. Sixteen-year-old Penny is walking around with a book on her head and a dreamy look in her eyes and practicing elocution with her mouth full of pebbles, preparing herself to play the star role in the movie version of a popular novel. The au- thor is searching the country for his ideal-he's coming to town tomorrow-and Penny just knows she'll be chosen! What Penny doesn't know is that Sally, the new maid, is a former child movie star, now grown up, whom a clever pub- licity agent has planted there to be miraculously udiscovered' by the author. So Penny ignores Sally Qwho practices dance steps when no oneys aroundj, and she ignores the talent of her quiet, unselfish older sister, Mavis, who has small parts in radio. Penny and Joanna have their hands full with preparations . . . for Penny intends to take her girl friend, Joanna, with her to Hollywood. Penny and Joanna give up playing in the tennis tournament with their boy friends, Greg and Kerry. They tell them they are putting childish things like tennis behind them. Greg and Kerry confer with Gram and decide to outwit Penny and Joanna by posing as the great author and a bru- nette model. They do-and the girls fall for it! A riotous scene follows in which Henri, the clothes designer, shows off his latest creations on attractive models for Penny to consider for her descent on Hollywood. But the disguised Greg and Kerry poke fun at each lovely outht and fi- nally kick the indignant Henri out the door. Then, just as Penny is prepared to say thumbs down on famous authors-dad shows up with the real author. But the plans for the udiscoveryv of Sally go awry, for Sally has fallen in love with Mark, the older brother, whose one ambition is to run a chicken farm! That seems to Sally a lot more glamorous than a screen career, for she re- members the real Hollywood of hard work and disappointments. Sally and Mark plan their little white cottage, with its picket fence and roses, and about this time their first chicken triumphantly lays an egg! In the midst of all the excitement, the author does choose a star for his play-but the girl he chooses surprises everyone. But by this time Penny and Joanna have changed their minds again and paired off for the tennis tournament with Greg and Kerry. And Gram has given Mother a piece of her mind for running about giving lec- tures on child rearing when she should be looking after her own family. This is a play that has every- thing, youth, charm, funny incidents, and good parts for all. It is no surprise to us that it is one of the most popular plays in the country. Page 24 VAL I.AliUl'i CONNOLLY, Nlontpelier, Ohio, hlay 7, 1924 Montpelier l, Z, 3, 4, Agriculture, Athletics, Football l, 2, 3, 4, Basketball 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4, lntramural, Basketball, Organizations, Student Council 4, AS- sembly Commission 4, Annual Board, General Manager, Basketball liditor, Band l, 2, Hi-Y 3, 4, F. F. A. l, 2, 3, 4, President, M Club 3, 4, Treasurer, 4-H, Two Years, President Second Year, Member of Montpelier Guernsey Calf Club. Honors, Xvinner of Showmanship Contest at County Fair in 1942, Rc- ceived Ohio State Farmer Degree of 1943, Track Medals, Hobbies, Hunting, Stamp Collection, Experience, Farming, N. Y. A., Worked on Superior Township Roads, Future Ambition, Aeronautics. Hr' is so full of life uml lwli ffm! he zimzfil iirrely lwluu' up if ln' izli' uzmfbvi' iihmlill. Ile j1mn'i,n'.t fufborrllifxi jn11t'i'rx. OUR BLUE PRINTS ARE FINISHED By DICK PRESSLER Wfe crossed the threshold into high school, deeming it a great pleasure to enter such worth- while portals to gain a wider variety of knowledge to aid us in crossing lifels tempestuous and trou- bled sea. The world was in a morbid period of de- flation and great dramatic stress played on the heartstrings of human souls. However, we plunged onward, ever onward, hoping that in four years we would gaze upon the glowing horizon of graduation which would send us out again across this same threshold into a world free of worries or care to gain a corner of the earth for ourselves. We have had our numerous reverses but time has healed all of these, and we are conhdent we have in some small measure replaced set-backs with a glorious sunrise. Achievements came slowly and with extreme difhculty, but we ask no reprisals, led the way to shoulder responsibilities. Will you then give us our birthright, which we humbly feel we would like to possess with honor. Our four year of high school brought with them the happiest moments we have ever known, or perhaps ever will know, but we feel that a full, abundant life lies ahead, which will reflect achieve- ments of our high school days--patriotism, loyal- ty, citizenship, knowledge, and friendship. Our freshman year brought with it a fresh- man initiation and a term collared upon us with rightful ownership- Greenies, Many more par- ties ensued, and soon it was time for us Juniors to stage the annual class play, entitled i'The Case of the Squealing Cat. We gained a great deal of en- joyment by seeing fellow-townspeople entertained by our humble portrayal with a mystery setting. On a dazzling April evening, we assembled in the gorgeously decorated banquet hall to honor the Seniors with a dinner dance. At the end of this active third year We knew our greatest and final test would come after a short vacation, when We would again enter the school to participate in the last year of our high school career. We materialized a Yearbook, with the central theme, Our Challenge, binding is pages. It was to mirror a profile of the year's activities. NWC, as Seniors, also were enthralled, indeed, by the thrilling setting of the Spanish design ar- ranged by our junior hosts at the annual junior-- Senior banquet. Don't Take My Penny was a clever comedy fa, . -, . VAL CONNOLLY demonstrative of the modern attitude displayed by many parents in training their children. Now on the brink of graduation, we carry a personal message from our country's leader, President Roosevelt, asking us to participate in bringing to a close this mighty upheaval of a bitter War waged against us. We, as graduates, starting down life's path, hope and pray to a powerful God, that soon the world will again be governed by an everlasting peace, and that justice and liberty will reign for- ever. -Dick Pressler Dick Pressler, Val Connolly, LeRoy Patterson, Betty Critchfield. Page 25 Experience, W H ork in School Office, Salesmanship, Care of Children ouse Work, and Governess, Future Ambition, Dietician grapher. Wilb anslere rlaarm uml l' ' Hoff' of lriumpb. or Steno- Ilgfllly, slat . ' perforrlrs law' zlufirs wills a ORLANDO F. ALLMAN, Montpelier, Ohio, October 16, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, College Prep, Latin League 2, French Club 3, 4, Annual Board Assistant Circulation Manager, Experience, Farm Labor, Future Ambition, To be an Electrician or a Mechanic. He 'works with zz ilfeji ima' mos! lHIl11'l'SXll'C' solwzirzily, zubirli bi lussinufrs uclmire. PHYLLIS JEAN ont ' 1. s ANKNEY M pelier 1 2 G 1' , Montpelie , , 3, 4, Con ' een, Glee C r, Ohio, May 4 192 Tmercial, Typing Sch lub 1, 2, 3, Girl Asst Head Steno r port r P1-viat Her J OHN Mo ' , 5 olarship Test Bowl Reservesl 2 3 4 g apher Make up ld e on School Paper 3 Gre , ' ing , , , , Annual , - i itor, Ass' , Honors, Work, gg Shorthand ' Dancin Board, t Filing Clerk, Re- Cl1orus Girl in Operetta 1, Ofhce Certificates, Hobby, Music, Skating, Reading, g, Ballgames, Experience, Care of Children, Future Ambition, e Secretary, Nursing. Swear uml serem' Phyllis rafliulrs szznslainr' zvlaert' ever tin' typing skill is due fo mush diligrnl practice EDWAR .. goes. , D BARTLEY, Mon ' nticello, Ill., 1, 2 Swimmin ' 2, 3, ticello, Ill., Januar , 3, Montpelier 4, G g, Volley-ball, Bas 4, Ani y 8, 1924 eneral, B ' eball, Ha iual Board ' Worked at letics, Fo l oxing, Wrestliii ndballg F F A 1 Circulation Man Round House Fut tball R . . . ' M Cl b ager Lx , ure Ambi o eserxe 1 L Basketba Re Altla rome to , . u , 1 perience, Janitor, 'tion, Join the Marines, Ath- H , etterman 2, Letterman, Championship 4, l serve 1, 2, 3, Track 1, 2, 3, Letterman 4. Ougb be only alimzzlerl Ibis .nrlmol in bis senior know and enjoy his mzlurul lusl year, we lure of conqmfsl. Page 26 GERAL D LEROY PATTERSON, Montpelier, Ohio, June 15, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Honorable Mention in English 1, 2, 4-H three years, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Operetta 3, Social Service Committee 2, Assembly Committee 2, Vice President of Class 4, Hi- Y 2, 3, 4, Sports Editor on Hi-Line, Special Honors, junioii Play Part, Honorable mention at Bowling Green in English 2 years, winner of County Spelling Contest 1 year, trip to Boy's State in 1942, Hob- bies, Farm animals and aeronautics Experience, 6 years of Farming, Gas Station work, Restaurant work, Creamery Work, Future ambition, to attend Aeronautical School, Annual Board, Executive, General Business Editor, Typing. Ewr ar'hi1'z'iug, ever l7ll1'SIllllg, P111 is illreiirly winning laonors for l his labors. Hi' plays ll ilual vlmrurlrr in ilrunmiirs. , DICK E. PRESSLER, Montpelier, Ohio, july 7, 1926 1 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Scholarship Tests in Bookkeeping and Shorthand, received 7th place, Hi-Y 2, 3, Secretary 4, Hi-Line 3, 1 fBusiness Editorj, 2 Citizenship Commission, Executive Board, Busi- l ness Editor, typing, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Operetta 1, 2, 3, Sive years l in 4-H, Reporter 4 years, Vice President 2 years, Junior Play Part, l Special Honors, Shorthand Gregg Certificates and Pin, Hobbies, Swimming, Stamp Collecting, Experience, Confectionery Clerk, Gas Station Attendant, Garage Work, Farm Work, Future Ambition, journalism, or Certified Public Accountant. Hz' has ll lime for work anal a time for play. Ill' rloes all bis tasks well and wifb a sense of conjiilzfilcr. BETTY ELIZABETH CRITCHFIELD, Montpelier, o., oct. 16, 1925 West Unity 1, Montpelier 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Student Council 4, Assembly Commission 4, Annual Board, Treasurer, Girl Reserves President, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Girl Reserves 1, 2, 3, Membership Chair- man, 4 President, F. H. A. 2, Received First Degree, G. A. R. 3, 4, Awards, Special Honors, Treasurer of Class 2, 4, 4-H three years, Operetta 1, 2, Junior Play, Christmas and Assembly Plays, Bowling Penant, Won Spelling Contest in High School at West Unity when a Freshman, President of Girl Reserves of Northwestern Ohio, At- tendant of Senior Queen, Received Gregg Shorthand Certificates for 60, 80, and 100 uords, Hobbies, Architecture Scrap Book of Homes, CATHARIN12 BIBLE, Montpelier, Ohio, June 6, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Annual Board Circulation Com- mittee, Assistant Soldier Personcll Editor, Stenographer, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, G. R. A. 3, 4, Honors, Operetta 2, 3, junior Class Play 3, Hob- bies, W'riting Letters, Dancing, A11 Kinds of Sports, Experience, House W'ork, Future Ambition, To be Successful in Life, Athletics, Intra- mural Basketball, Bowling Ilrr xkulei' are ber 1'0111j11111jw1 in lrer .il1i11'1' 1'i1m'. JOHN BOISHER, Edon, Ohio, june 4, 1924 1 2 Montpelier 3, 4, General, Athletics, Football Manager 3, I 1 2 Intramural 4, Glee Club 3, Operetta, Class I b 3- Annual Board Assistant Art 'n Fxperience, Boat ful in Ifdon , -, Basketbal , -, Camera C u , ing Hunti g, . ion, Success l , 1 Track 4, I Orlicer 1, President 1, .' I Editor, Hobby, Race Horses, Swimm , I Attendant, Bowling, Round House, Future Ambiti Any Undertaking. elier, Ohio, November 26, 1923 ball 1, 2, 3, 4, Honor- NDT Montp ltits Foot f M. Honors, b- GEORGE BRA , Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Athe 1, Club 3, 4, Annual Board Assistant Football Editor, able Mention on Football Team in 1943 of Northwestern Ohio, Ho bies, Sports, Railroad W'ork, Experience, Care of the Athletic Field I Driving a Bakery Truck, County Road W'ork, Railroad Wtrrk, Fu I ture Ambition, Telegrapher or Fireman. He is already an zzilm 011 Ibn' r'11i11'n111l, 111111 is goml limller f l l ' Um-If Sum. 1 VIVIAN LOUISE CHIQADLE, Peru, Indiana, September 2, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Athletics, Basketball 4, Bowling 3, 4, Glee Club 2, 3, G. R. 2, 3, 4, F. H. A. 4, 1st Degree, G. R. A. 3, Secretary 4, Annual Board Make-Up, Typist, Honors, Operetta 2, 3, Shorthand Certificates, Secretary of Victory 4-H Club, Secre- tary of Stewardship in Otterbein Guild, Secretary of High School Bowling League, Captain of Bowling Team, Honorable Mention in Essay Contest, Freshman Year, Awarded G. R. A. Bowling Award in junior Year, 4-H 1 year, Hobbies, Bowling, Embroidery, and Rol- ler Skating, Special Honors, B in 4-H Iixhibit, First in 1943 Com- munity Institute Iixliibit, Experience, House Work, Care of Children, Future Ambition, Bookkeeper and Secretary. A Iinwy miie, mba g1'u1'1's our t'111.w with vase and Jigwzily. VIRGINIA RUTH COLE, Gulfport, Mississippi, October 12, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Home Economics, F. H. A. lst Degree, G. R. 1, 2, 3, 4, F. H. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, G. R. A. 3, Band 1, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Took Part in Operettas, Chorus Girl, Hobby Singing, Dancing, Ex- periences, Maid, Soda Fountain Girl, Housework, Care of Children' Future Ambition, To W'ork in Defense Factory. A wry zrrxufifi' lvien' of fJ111111111ily, mlm can shim' in any iasle xfn' ieillx fo. RALPH COX, Highland Park, Michigan, April 18, 1825 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, College Prep, Bowling Green French 1, Foot- ball 3, 4, Chairman of Social Service, Annual Board Executive Board Business Manager, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Trumpet, Solo, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Trumpet, 3rd, Latin 1, 2, French 3, Camera Club 3, Honors, Scout W'ork, Operetta 1, 2, Boy Scout 4 years, Ex- perience, Creamery W'ork 6 Years, Future Ambition, Follow Father'S Business. Ilix fmt! blzxiflexi 1'xj1erie11t'f' lmx 111eril1'11 him a lzoxifirm ui busi flu' 11111111111 Slajf. lI1'KX IIIAIIILIKUI' OH Page 27 WAYNE F. DIETRICH, Cement City, Mich., Sept. 13, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, American History, Ah Board, Executive Board, Track Editor, Honors, i Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Reserve 2, 3, Tr' ' Boy Scout, Hobbies, Sports, ' ' Alley as Pin Set ' Ambit' t leties, Junior Cl P1 ' ack 3 4 Dancin ter, Sta ion, To b ass ., ,Band g, Iieadi f- 1 te High e a Suc' Sprzrkl' ay, 1, 2, Ai ng, Ex ' Way Wo k- cessful B ' mg wi inual perience, B r , Hell' usiness M' ' tl: youth owling tr Factory, Fut an in the Commercial World. , WKlJ'lll' bex ll zmlollx low of xporfs. HAL C. DIETZ, Pioneer, Ohio, january 31, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, College Prep, Football 1, 3, 4, Basketball 1, 2 Track 3, 4, Golf 1, 2, Hi-Y 2, Secretary 3, 4, Latin League 1, 2, M Club 4, Annual Board, Executive Board and Pictorial Editor, Band 2, Glee Club 1, 2, Operetta 1, 2, Civilian Defense Messenger, Boy Scout 1st Class, Member of Explorer Troop, 2nd place Jr. Golf Tournament 1939, 3rd place Invitational Golf Tournament 1941, Participated in Fieldday 3 Archery, football letter, intra-mural bas- ketball medal, Hobbies, Ice Hockey, golf, swimming, model building, Color Photography, Experience, Section-hand on the Wabasli, Caddie at Golf Course, Resurfacing Alleys at the Bowling Alley, Future Am- bition, To Become a Civil Engineer. Seriozfr mindrfcl ye! far from flry, Hal ir dll lIl't'I'LlgK? all arozzml .vf11a'z'uf. He Cul: a fine figure in all sjwrfs. DONALD T. ECHLER, Montpelier, Ohio, October 4, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Basketball 3, 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, M. Club 3, 4, Hobbies, Sports, Shop Work, Experience, State Highway, Factory Work, Annual Board, Executive Board, Industrial Arts Ed.. Assift Track Executive, Athletics, Football 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Future Ambition, Expert Craftsman. Pllf D011 in Ihr' :bop wjib all of his lonlx Ll self I0 111' an able flraflrnlzuz. UFC i ml br will AlH'0l'L' laini- Page 28 BEA . TRICE DEGROFF, Montpelier, Ohio, August 20, I924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Annual Board Pictoral Editor, Soldier Personell, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Girl Reserves 1, 2, 3, 4, F. H. A. 1, 2 3, 4, G. R. A. 3, 4, Captain of Team, Treasurer, 4-H 2 years, Hob bies, Dancing, Staying at Lake, Future Ambition, Owning Dress Shop in City. N0 III4IffL'I' what romrs up in ber roznu' of fmzwl, BIT! lakes if in bw' xlriili' :mtl govt on ber way. BOB K. DARR, Butler, Indiana, january 18, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Football 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Tumbling 3, 4, Intra-mural 3, 4, Annual Board Art Editor, Boy Scout 1, 2, 3, 4, Experience, Heller Factory, Gas Station, Future Ambition, Air Corps, or Aerial Gunner, Hobby, Swimming, Drawing, Hiking, and Traveling. His tlooilling on jmlwr always rrrulit in some wry namely car- fmmx. Alllmugli Ibex' 1L'L'l'l' af finzet lmnlrit-bint lo his lm1i'bz'r'x ur' Illll-51 mlmii Bolfx ilmzvjrrgr utr' trriislif. BETTY L. DIEMER, Burrows, Indiana, December 2, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Annual Board Make-Up Editor, Publicity, Typist, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, F. H. A. 4, G. R. A. 3, Mem- ber of Church of Christ, Special Honors, 1st Degree in F. H. A., junior Class Play, Hobbies, Dancing, Traveling, Experience, House- work, Iiuture Ambition, Stenographer. Will: IIllIliL'l7 foward 110116, Betigy ulwuyr but a rmuly smile for l'l'l'l'vY0lI1'. Alfbougb' dl bit .thy wiflr jwople, xbi' ix not afmlirl of work. l 1924 PICGGY L. EDVVARDS, Danville, Illinois, December 5, Camden 1, 2, 3, Montpelier 45 Commercial5 D. A. R. Defiance Col- lege State Scholarship Test5 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 45 Softball 1, 2, 35 Student Council-Camden 1, 2, 3, Montpelier 45 Animal Board, General Literary Editor5 Band 35 Orchestra 45 Glue Club 1, 2, 35 Class offic- ers, Vice President 1, 35 F. F. A. 45 G. R. A. 45 Reporter 3 yearsg Girl Scout 3 1, 2 yearsg Church Choir 4 yearsg junior P1:iy5 Bowling League 3, 45 Hobbies, Singing, Bowling, Skating, Collecting Music and perfume bott1es5 Special Honors, Radio Stations XY. 1.. S., NV. 12. N. K., XV. F. 1. N., XV. U, A. N., VV. 17. Z5 Fxperience, Garden W'or1t, Factory, Doctor's Assistant5 Future Ambition, Radio singing, Dramatics. Slit' faux lmilrbml lm' zwzgorz I0 u .if.1r lm! :mf lllfllflllf fir-if rlmrl- iug ber caurir. Her music will bring ber finne. LAVON ELSON, Montpelier, Ohio, january 27, 1926 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 45 General5 Manager of Track 3, 45 Glee Club 1, 2, 35 Annual Board, Executive, Ass't liusiness Manager5 Honors, Chorus in Operetta 1, Chorus in Operetta 35 Hobby, Fishing, Swim- ming5 Experience, Farm W'ork 1, 2, 3, 45 Future Ambition, Business and to W'ork on Farm. W'ilfif1g In zvorlz and du liix xfiilrr, Zvi' ix alzcuiil rzivz lr'n1jii'ri'il. 'FHELMA FALCO, Montpelier, Ohio, August 19, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 45 Genera15 Glee Club l, 2, 35 Girl Reserves 1, 2, 3, 45 F. H. A. 2, 3, 45 G. R. A. 3, 45 Captain of Bowling Team5 4-H 2 years5 Hobbies, Dancing, Bowling, Swimming5 Special Honors, F. H. A. 1st Degree5 Senior Queen5 Experience, Housewor1t5 Care of Cbi1dren5 Future Ambition, Trave15 Annual Board, Assn't Society Editor, Executive, Filing Clerk. Ilel' bright um! glozuiizg llftlllfj' u'o11 for ber lfw ZNIIIIH' of bein ' ' OIlL'1'lI. .U rlvoxru ax Senior N IRIS JUNIC FRLNCH, Ray, Indiana, October 31, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 45 College Prep5 English 35 English 4 Bowling Green Senior Scholarship Test5 Social Scienee5 Glee Club 1, 2, 35 Band 25 G, R. 1, 2, 3, 4 Vice President, Latin League 1, Z5 Annual Board, Lit. Editor5 4-H Club for 4 years5 Special Honors, junior Class Play, Operetta 2, 3, Sophomore W'inner in American Legion Essay Contest, County Essay W'inncr in junior Year5 Honorable Men- tion in lfssay in Freshman Year5 Hobbies, Xlfritingg Fixture Ambition, Nursing. Hur rinlifzlll lllark fmir imil xfwfzlklirliq ilurk cytnv tm' t'UIIIIlIt'f1'lV1' o1i'r'.iXn1i1r1ztuiz' fri 1111 i1Ift'Ht't'fI1zll mini! .mil t'1IA'l',Q1.'fif bmrl. ,IANIQ L. GRIMICS, Detroit, Mieli., February 12, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 45 Home 1fconomics5 Glee Club 1, 2, 35 Girl Re- serves 1, 2, 3, 45 F. H. A. 1, Z, 3, 4, Vice President 25 G. R. A. 3. 45 4-H 2 years5 Bowling League 15 President Rowling Teams5 Hobby, Dancing, 13ow1ing5 Honors, 1st Degree in Home 1iconomics5 Senior Queen Attendant5 Future Ambition, Own a Dress Shop5 Annual lioard, Make-Up Editor. C1lllIl711.XL'Ll rlflll ,Qr'ilz'i'fI1l, .ifw il um' uf ffm' QIH'1'lIlN 1lff4'1l4ldV7fN irfiirli ii il 1l'l'-1' filfing f7fHlU1'. MARJORIF 1fL1.I-iN HAASE, Bryan, Ohio, April 31, 192i Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 45 Genera15 Basketball 45 Bowling 3, 45 Glee Club 1, 2, 35 Girls Reseraes 1, 2, 3. 45 G. R. A. 3, 45 Special Honors, Operetta 1, 2, 35 Treasurer of Girl Reserves 4, Vice President G. R. A. 3, 45 Luther League Choirg Hobbies, Bowling, Roller Skating, Basket- ballg Future Ambition, liooltlteeper and Typist: Annual Board, Make- Up Editor, Assistant Sport Editor. A ljlliff 11111, frnlrr' lUl'l7IKQ lair, xfii' liltiv brlrlrloniollxly willy fbi uorlil. 29 Page B ' LADLIZY, Montpelier, Ohio, ,lune 29, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, College Prep, Clee Club 1, 2, 3, Latin league 1, 2, 44H 9 years, Annual Board, Ass't Assembly Iiditor, Honors, Chorus Girl 1, Secretary of Class 2, XVon a trip to 4-H Club Con- gress 3, Scholastic Honors, Scholarship Test in Algebra and Physics Scholarship Test in Latin II, Hobby, Reading, Drawing and A i of Sports, Future Ambition, To Achieve Suc'- ' i In .vjwrfs .tlie Jixpl 1 xllnliex but ' ' ETTY III' I1 Kinds Less in Life. 11,55 aflvlelic 17I'1I1l'4'.Y1'. Sfwr ilmhi well in all .tba IX really ll wbi: af math. PAUL F. HENRY, Montpelier, Ohio, August 4, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Agriculture Football 2, 3, 4, Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, M Club 3, 4, Annual Board, Hi-Y Editor and As- sistant Pictorial Editor, Honors, Football Letterman, President H-Y 4, F. F. Wfatcladog 2, F. F. A. Reporter 3, F. F. A. V' Club Sergeant of Arms 4, 4-H 3 years, Hobbies, mg Match Boxes, Swimming, Experience, Farm Wforkg Future An bi ' Plane Pilot. Gl'4ILiifJll.5 in HI!l7IHt'l', quick in Ibouglll, ln' lwx lmlnzillrss em X ice-President 4, Collect' 1 ition, Pur suit IU- JUNIOR FRANKLIN HERMAN Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Agriculture Test, Band 1, F. F. A. 1, 2 Annual Board, Smith Hughes Editor, Special IIonorS, test, Judging Trip to Columbus, Experience, Farm Kind, Future Ambition, Dairy Farmer. Hz' ix al tbl' wry tap of flu' Iiif of d,QI'ft'llllLllI'tll 5 Hu F W'ork of , 5, 45 sking Con- A11 flnleflls. Page 30 CARLTON ,IAMIIS HAIKT, Iylontpelier, Ohio, May 5, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Annual Board, Stenographic Man- ager, Typist, Hobby, Listening to Radio, Honors, Chinaman in junior Play, Civilian Defense Messenger, Shorthand Certificates, Experiences, Odd -lobs in Town I, 2, Clerk in Krogcr's 3, 4, Future Ambition, Secretarial Wforkg Athletics, Track 4, Intra-mural Basketball 3, 4. CoH117reln'f1xi1'rr null llt'L'IIl'Llfl', lu' lmx ll bvml for l111iim'x.v. Hz' playful ilu' ln'f'o'.t jmrl in flu' IIIIIIOI' Clary Play. MAURICIC HARMON, Montpelier, Ohio, March 31, 1925 1 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Agriculture, F. F, A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Annual Board, Assnlt Advertising Manager, Scholastic Honors, Agriculture, Exper- ' iences, Milk, Ice, and Paper Routes, Odd jobs, Future Ambition, I Farming, Dairy. , Cajuzble arm' i'ffii'ir'11l Milli fools, be a'f1joy.i u'orking willw fools 1 in ilu' xfmp. 1 l ARLITNE MAE HASFORD, Stroh, Indiana, September 19, 1925 l Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, English 3, 4 Scholarship, Music, l Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Operetta 1, 2, Girl Reserve 1, 2, 3, Program Chair- i man 4, G. R. A. 3, Special Honors, Junior Play Part, Honorable I mention in Ifssay Contest, Bowling Award, 60 and 80 W'ord Short- , hand Certificates, Bowling Green Scholarship Test, Hobbies, Bowling, 1 Bike Riding, Skating, Experience, Housework, Care of Children, l ,Iunior Clerk, Typist at Columbus, Ohio, N. Y. C. XVork, Oilice XVork, Ifxtra XVork at Miller-jones, Annual Board, Executive, Record- ing Secretary, Typing, Future Ambition, Secretarial W k Bmilzexr like am! jm1c'1'in1l, bw' sf' ' uxsef la any uma or . i zriogzaplrir rrbiljf-3' zuoulzl be an DUDLEY HILLARD, Montpelier, Ohio, February , 1925 lier, 1, 2, 5, 4, Commercial, Basketball 2, 5, 4, Track 3, 4, C uncil, Citizenship Committee 3, Annual Board, Personell, M. Club 3, 4, Special bbies, Golf, Fishing, M ntpe Letterman, Student 0 Assn't. Advertising Editor, Senior Honors, Placed in Pole Vault at Lima, Ohio, Ho ' ' Future Ambition, Drafting an d Designing, ' uim will flz'.iir'1' ix fo be il ifa'xigm'r. Swimming, ' ml lilwary, his Arlzsfu a 924 I' ILVELYNN HORTON, Montpelier, Ohio, November R, 1 College Prep 1, 2, Commercial 3, 4,, Typing, 3 4' Latin League 1, Annual Hi-Line Gossip Fire JUN: ' 1, 2, 3, 4, 'G.R.1,2,,,, ' l- der Editor, 'd-r, Camp Montpelier Iinglish, F. H. A. 1, 2, Board, Head Senior Personell and Ca en Editor, Assembly Commission, Christian Fndeavor Lea t Girls, 4-H 1, Accomplishments, D. A, R. Test, Civil Service Test, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Operetta Part M. H. S. Pinafore, Operetta Part Pirates of Pinzanee, Experience, Governess, Secretary, Housework Care of Children, Future Ambition, Airline Hostess, Hobbies, Dane- ' Swimming. ' 'nu will XClH'l'A'l-Y flllll l'1lA10l4'l'l1 zrillm 1 ing, Reading, A more brauliful nianlrfi Ai ull ilu' grarx'.v of brrzvlallfzirlil. l l N1 mtpelier, Ohio 2 3, Band l ILA -IUMP HOUCK, 1 1 l Montpelier 1, 3, 4, Columbus 2, General, Girl Reserves , 2, 3, Glee Club 2, 3, F. H. A. 2, 3, G. R. A. 3, Hobbies, Twirli Drum Majorette. She Inuit all flu' res! in a moi! Jigrlijiml, 111t'i1xlm'd step. KZ. BFTTY lf. HUSTON, Montpelier, Ohio, July 3, 1925 Fdon 1, Montpelier 2, 5, 4, Commercial, Glee Club 1, G. R. 4, G. R, A. 3, Annual Board, Head Stenographer, Hobbies, Skating, Reading, lixperienee, Housework 1, 2, 5, 4, Future Ambition, Secretary, Hone ors, Gregg Shorthand Certificates. In flu' f111.vi11r'i.v wrzrld .vbfll shine, ,mil plvaxi' folks mos! any lime. 27, 1925 lier Ohio, February lvtball 2, 3, 4, M Work N Montpe , ll 1- Bas L aurant OHNSO . al Footba ,, 'ence Rest Farming, PAUL j 4, Gener , ng, lixperi , '. Station, veler. 1 2, 3, and Danti h Speed Gas World Tra Montpelier, , b'es, Sports Ent, Hig . A det and a fberx fail Club 3, Hob 1 and State Highway Departm bition, To Be An Aviation Ca 'II fiml him a friend ll'bl'71 0 Future Am Geuial and fziuff you ul S 1925 tember 1 , M nel ier, Sep Board, FR Mont, 1-'xeeutive 4, P F KNEPPL , l Board, . ch Club YNARD . al' Annua 3 4' Fren lst in usie 1'CS1- Tri MA elier 1, 2, 5, 4, Gener. , 3 4' Orchestra l, 2, , , Contest lst in District, ' Drums, Swimming Practice Montp Editor, Band 1, 2, , , al Honors, Drum ' 3, Hobbies, Playing ' - Future Ambition, t 4- Speei Champion Railroad, ' fun den , 2, 3, State t Factory, 2 ummer. ' 1 bas ww State Experience, Restauran , Accounting and Business, Army lr Our ilrlnllnwr lim' ix bard to lleaf, and xclilonz ileffwf. Page 3 1 ILLAH M. MANLEY, Montpelier, Ohio, February 8, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Glee Club 1, 2, 4-H 6 years, 1 year Advisor Sewing Club, F. H. A. 1, Annual Board, Desk Secretary, Executive, Experience, Work at Home, Future Ambition, Stenographer and To Be a Success in Life, Honors, Gregg Shorthand Certificates, Hobbies, Reading, Sewing and Playing Piano. Quief and lfL'llIIH't', .toe is r11Jozvr'J with lrlmzxmil IIIzl7I7It'VfSIIIX u'bi1'b we will not soon forgcl. JOAN MANSFIELD, Defiance, Ohio, September 18, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, College Prep, Special Honors, Won S200 Scholarship to Dehance College, Took Scholarship Tests in Geometry 2, History 3, Social Science 4, Student Council, Assembly Commis- sion, Annual Board, Executive Board and Contact Editor, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Latin Club 1, 2, Treasurer of Class in 3, 4-H S years, Hob- bies, Hiking, Singing, and Reading, Experience, Raising Poultry and Gardening, Housework, Future Ambition, School Teacher or Avia- trix. Nrzrr kuozwz I0 rbirk, ber fH't'.1'f'7'l't'V'!'!ltl in daily work -zllufeex ber rrcorzl .vbjmx JAMES MICK, Montpelier, Ohio, October 31, 1925 Montpelier , 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Football 4, Track 4, Student Council 3, Annual Board, Assistant Advertising, Experience, Factory Work, Lumber Yards, Hobbies, All Sports, Future Ambition, Follow Father's Business, Railroad Expressman. He is right at home on u golf mum' or in the bowling alley. Page 32 ELENORA ARLENE KRISHER, Montpelier, Ohio, April 16, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Vocational Home Economics, Girl Reserve 1, 2, 3, 4, H. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 4, G. R. A. 4, Annual Board, Assistant Music Editor, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 3, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Operetta 1, 2, 3, Special Honors, junior Class Play, F. H. A. Degrees, Hobbies, Dancing, Bowling, Swimming, Experience, N. Y. A. Work, Housework, Care of Children, Future Ambition, Dietitian. If 1m'ziir'fi0ux run frm' fo form zz loralixt is wiibin our mizfxl. l LEROY LAMBERSON, Montpelier, Ohio, March 5, 1926 l Hillsdale 1, Montpelier 2, 3, 4, General, Football, Basketball 2, 3, Track 4, M-Club 3, 4, Student Council 2, 3, Assistant Football 1 Editor, Band 1, 2, Experience, State Highway, Grocery Clerk, Future Ambition, To be a Success in Business, and to Travel. A xbivfz. in lbw Hlllfllillg who can z'r1f1'rlai11 and Il7IIllXt' uf any IIIOIIIUIIIA. HELEN LONG, Fort Wayne, Indiana, August 20, 1924 South Side, Fort W'ayne 1, 2, Montpelier 3, 4, General, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Bowling 3, 4, G. A. A. 1, 2, Annual Board, Sports Editor, Publicity Committee, Student Leader 2, Championship Basketball team 1, 2, Student Council 4, G. R. 4, G. R. A. 3, 4, President, Wo-ho-ma 1, 2, Special Honors, Prompter in junio Play, Bowling and Archer Awards Hobbies, Roller Skating, Bowling, Basketball, Baseball, Future Ambition, to Make a Success of Life. Shi' bin ffm! rzzriubfv l'bllV'II1'fl'I'iXfiI' of l'UI!IIlll'fiI1g ber worft on lime. MARVEL L. MILLER, Montpelier. Ohio, july 28, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Annual Board, Calender liditor, Asst. Assembly Editor, Typist, G. R. 1, 2, 3, 4, F. H. A. 2, 3, 4, lst, 2nd, and 3rd Degrees, G. R. A. 3, 4, Awards, 4-H for 6 years, Special Honors, Operetta 3, Gregg Shorthand Certificates, Hobbies, Collecting Pictures, Roller Skating, Experience, Housework, Care of Children, Future Ambition, To Be .1 Success in Life. Slut' really kzmuxi fllllc' lu flif ilu' IPTIIA ll'l11'7I il 4'IlllI!'X In l7fIlL'li1I,Q but the wonlil rulbrr gliile 1II'0lHIil on bw' roller vfautrx. ROBICRT NUTTFR, Montpelier, Ohio, November 3, 1925 Blontpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, College Prep, Football Z, Manager, Basketball 3, Reserve, Track 2, 3, Reserve, Intra-mural Baketball 4, Glee Club 2, Latin League 1, Z, M-Club 4, Camera Club 3, Annual Board, Asst. Pictorial Manager, Boy Scouts, Hobbies, Athletics, Hunting, Fishing, Vifelding, lfxperience, Golf Course Caddie, Hellers Factory, Machinery Shop as W'elder, Future Ambition, To Study Mechanical Engineering. Ilix h'rfrl1i1'11l lrainiug xfmnlll lrinl fo iz lfrilliurzl fzffnrr. Hl'.l.lfN lf. PERKINS, Montpelier, Ohio, November S, 1926 Montpelier, 1, Z, 3, 4, Commercial, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, G. R. I, Z, 3, 4, G. R. A. 1, 2, Captain of Bowling Team, Student Council 1, 3, Treasurer, llonors, Gregg Shorthand Certificates, Annual Board, Assembly Fditor, Typist, Hobbies, Sports, Future Ambition, To Make a Success in Life. Ilvr lwiglv .vfvirifx un' irzcxlnzzixiifvli- um! izlifmizifrzlrli' will 1'i'!1'l'J1'X fm' am'ur. mari' ilawjieu . DORIS A, PRIEST, Montpelier, january 3, 1925 . ontpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, G. R. A. Treasurer, 4-H 7 years, Hobbies, Skating, Music, Reading, Experience, N. Y. A., Care of Children, Future Ambition, Make a Success of Life, Annual Board, Typist. Circulation liditor. Al1L'uy.t fbouglwlfzll of olbvrx slit' has nlfzurv frirmlx. She xlinfim 1:1141 1z'm'k.v ililigenlly. IR1-INE RUFF, Bryan, Ohio, October 4, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Basketball 4, G. R. A. 4, Annual Board, Circulation liditor, Hobbies, Softball, Basketball, Picture Shows, Future Ambition, To Make a Success in Life. The lon' of mzlure rally ber, null xlu' IlItlkl'Y jwix uf all flue imimlzh. HARVEY SCOTT, QIR., Superior Twp., December 9, 1925 Montpelier 1, Z, 3, 4, College Prep, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Luther Leajgue President, Latin League 1, 2, 4-H 3 years, News Reporter and Presi- dent, Scholastic Test, Algebra, Bowling Green, Scholarship Test, Plane Geometry, Bowling Green, Scholarship Test, Chemistry, Bowl- ing Green, Valedictorian of Superior Twp., Hobbies, Horseback rid- ing, lixperience, Farm XVork, Annual Board, Executive, Assn't Busi- ss liditor, Operettas, 1, Z, 3, Future Ambition, Chemist, 'l'fi7lil!'iUIl.1', be lms u xrfaolarl-v l'll1'i0.Xffj' abou! mlm ne . Keen will pi lvelvriiraliliws. Page 35 RO BERT STORRLR, Montpelier, Ohio, March 28, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Scholarship in General Science, Hon- orable Mention Chemistry, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain in Basketball 4, Track 3, President of Class 1, 2, M Club 3, President 4, Annual Board, General Sports Manager, Exper- ience, N. Y. C. School Project Work, State Highway Work, Future Ambition, Radio, Technician and to Travel, Hobbies, Swimming, Bowling, Ice Skating. Mosf lrrilliimi :wil .YfIlI1f0lI.Y, ln' lmx zmzrla' fifhlvtii' lrixfory for M. H. S. We are flroml ffm! be belongs fo our rluxx. WILLIAM R. TINGLE, Montpelier, Ohio, July 25, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 5, 4, General, Football 2, 3, Letterman, Track 3, Glee Club 1, 2, 5, Operetta 2, M Club 5, 4, Camera Club 3, Animal Board, Intra-Mural and Victory Editor, Experience, Montpelier Bowl- ing Alley Work, N. Y. A. at High School, Worked for County High- ways, Hellers Factory, Future Ambition, Civil Engineer. Quick ax ll flash 117711 ulwaryx ulvri, be bin a rcmly reply for r'rn'lJ aml r'L'm'y 1'l'lIltl1'k. Corlfialwliiallny, 'zur' might mlzl ibut ln' ix tl ilr'mlfzi'r'. LYNETTE TINGLIQY, Mintpelier, Ohio, June S, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Vocational Home Economics, Student Council 4, F. H. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, G. R. A. 4, 4-H 7 years, 4-H President S years, Awarded 4th Degree in F. H. A. at Columbus, Ohio, Hobbies, Collecting Pictures and Poems, Sports, Experience, Homework, Fu- ture Ambition, To Make a Success of Life, Annual Board, Editor of F. H. A. Tiny anal rule, ber tinnr ix 11-ull 0L'1'llIPlt'tl f ' ' as jlrcsiclenf of F. H. A. KI fi mlmg fo ber zlnliex Page 34 1 NORMAN SNOW, Montpelier, Ohio, June 2, 1924 Montpelier, Ohio, 4, Southwestern High School, Detroit, 1, 2, 3, General, Football 1, 2, Reserve, Basketball 1, 2, Reserve, Annual Board, Publicity Committee, Band 1, Saxophone, Hobbies, Sports, Ex- perience, Worked in Defense Factory, Worked on Railroad, Future Ambition, To be a Sailor and Then Go to Angola College After the War. Alilronglu be is a new fo our xrlaool, be has ru11fi1'ulr'rl the buurlx of all bis t'laxswafz's will: bi: frivfully Il.'flJ'X. HAL STAMBAUGH, Kunkle, Ohio, December 13, 1924 A Kunkle 1, 2, 3, Montpelier 4, General, Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Letter- man, Football 4, Letterman, Basketball 3, 4, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, M Club 4, Annual Board, Publicity Editor, Assnt. Basketball Editor, Special Honors, Illustration Artist for Kunkle School Paper, Hobbies Skating, Hunting, Swimming, Experience, Farm Work, Section on Railroad, Future Ambition, Air Corps. Ht' has 'marle quite u jrlare for laimxelf in. fbi' lmml mul xflorlx ax well in in ilu' classroonz, flaring fbix, bix only year at 'Pclier High. PAUL E. STRAWSER, Bfontpelicr, Ohio, July 2, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Glee Club 2, 3, Operetta 3, H- Y 2, 3, 4, Annual Board, Assistant Business Manager, Executive, and Typist, 4-H 4 years, 4-H Honors, Hobbies, Swimming and Fishin Experience, Farming, Creamery Wcxrk. I.iln'rul rzml f'.xar'f, lar' ix wry 17llXl7l ' ' gi znlrlee and rrliulzlfx ROSALIF M. TODD, Montpelier, Ohio, October 10, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Cheer Leader 1, 2, 3, 4, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, G. R. 1, 2, 3, 4, F. H, A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 2, G. R. A. 3, 4, Vice President, Captain of Bowling, Basketball Teams, Special Hon- ors, F. H. A. lst, 3rd Degrees, Operetta 1, 2, Hobbies, Sports, Danc- ing, Cooking, Experience, Homework, Children Care, Future Ambi- tion, Interior Decorator, Tour United States, Special Honors, Bowl- ing and Archery Awards in G. R, A. 3, Received Three Letters for Cheer Leading, Took 4th Degree at Columbus in May, 1943, Annual Board, lixecutive, Assistant Treasurer, Make-up. Logical :mil rorlxixivnf, abr' jx II liuflw' in frm' rlfrxx. Sfn' but iff- lQt'IIIIiAY will allergy to .vjmvu NORMA ,IIQAN WATTS, Defiance, Ohio, anuary 30, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Annual Board, College Editor, Assist- ant Calendar, Glee Club l, 2, 3, G. R, 1, 2, 3, 4, F. H. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3, G. R. A. 3, 4, Captain of Bowling Team, Honors, lst Degree in Home Economics, Hobbies, Care of Children and House- work, Future Ambition, To Own a Dress Shop. Nlcrciflfl aml t'l7il'tI1l'0llX, Mn' ix ifollzeslit' -lllilnleil. VUILL NVISLCH, Montpelier, Ohio, November 26, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Scholastic Honors, Scholarship Test in Typing 1, Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Camera Club 3, Annual Board, Assistant Musical Iiditor, Publicity Committee, Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Secretary and Treasurer 3, 4, Orchestra 1, 2, 3, 4, Glee Club 1, 2, 3, Special Hon- ors, lst Place at Tri-State, lst Place at District, 2nd Place at State, Saxophone solo, Hobbies, W'histling, Bowling and Golf, Iixperienec, Drug Store Clerk, State Highway Wcirk, Dental Laboratory Work Grocery Store Clerk, Orchestra at Lake james, Future Ambition, Band. ' Hr will ln' lIliX.Vt'1l from flu' lmmf null ur'rbr'sli'11 l7!'!'dllXl' 'rvbrri nx be xwlx all feel uxlir. plays Mu' s MARY CATHICRINIQ NVELSH, Montpelier, Ohio, April 8, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial, Bookkeeping 2, Intra-mural Bas- ketball 4, Glee Club l, 2, 3, Operetta 1, Annual Board, Organization liditor, Typing Publicity Committee, Girl Reserve 1, 2, 3, Secretary 4, G. R. A. 3, 4, 4-H 8 years, Special Honors, First for Girls in Amer- ican Legion Contest 1, 60 and 80 Word Gregg Certificates in Short- hand, Oflice Aid, Secretary of Junior Class, Future Ambition, To be Successful, Hobbies, Dancing, Bowling, and Fishing. Sfyi' ix imfnxlriolfx and a uilliug worker anal u ,general frjeuif. ARTHUR VVOOLF, Gary, Indiana, May 28, 1924 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Annual Board, Circulation Manager, Faculty Editor, F. F. A. 1, 4-H 1 year, Special Honors junior Class Play, Hobbies, Riding Horses, lfxpcriences, Farming, Future Am- bition, Farming. llc' ix fbi' agrarian 1'yj1e. WH' 1111 inlmire lrix sunny l1.iXfNlXlff1IIl am! enjoy his xirlrvrr friemfslijjr. DENVER YARGER, Bryan, Ohio, April 5, 1925 Montpelier 1, 2, 3, 4, General, Football 3, 4, Track 2, 3, 4, Hi-Lillv 3, M Club 4, Hobbies, Sports, Drafting, Fxpericnce, Glue Room, Mow Weeds, Farm, Railroad, Future Ambition, Journalism, Navy V-12 Officer Training, Annual Board, Assistant Sports Editor, Liter- ary Editor. Quick-wiftrrl :mil kt'4.'lI, ln' has slrzrrurf in flu' jUIH'Htlli5fiC ,Held Page 35 Betty Critchtield jane Grimes Thelma Falco QQueenj SENIOR QUEEN One of the honors that every senior girl would like bestowed upon her, is being chosen by the class to represent them and reign as Queen. This year Thelma Falco was chosen for the honor. In selecting the Queen, she is chosen by popular vote without nomination, and the attendants are the next four. Those selected were Jane Grimes, Betty Headley, June Horton, Betty Critchfield. The Queen is crowned at the Senior Class Play, serves at all festal occasions and reigns at the Northwestern Track Tournament. -Thelma Falco PACE-MAKERS OF 1943 Phyllis Ankney-80-word certificate in Shorthand. Vivian Cheadle4Theme selected for year book. Val Connolly-President of Senior Class. Received State Farmers Degree. Ralph Cox-Business Manager. Betty Critchgeld-Queen Attendant. 100 word certificate in Shorthand. Bea DeGroff-First degree in F. H. A. Hal Dietz-Third Archery-Field Way 41. Second Caddy Tournament 39. Peg Edwards-Radio Singer-S200 Scholarship to Defiance College. Wfilliams County Beauty Queen. Thelma Falco-Queen of Senior Class. Jane Grimes--Queen Attendant. First degree in F. H. A. Carlton Hart--80 word certificate in Shorthand. Arlene Hasford-100 word certificate in Short- hand. Honorable Mention in essay on Articles of Confederation. Betty Headley-Senior Queen Atendant. A Representative to Ohio Club Congress at Columbus 42. Paul Henry-Vice President of F. F. A. Vice President of Student Council. President of Hi-Y. Franklin Herman-Trip to Columbus State Judg- ing Contest. Corn Husking 43.U June Horton-Senior Queen Attendant. First Place piano Barbara Intermediate 39.' Betty Huston-100 word certificate in Shorthand. Maynard Knepper--Drum National Championship Elhs. Band. First rating Tri-State. First District at Ada. Eleanora Krisher-First degree in F. H. A. Illah Manley-100 word certificate in Shorthand. Joan Mansfield-S200 Scholarship to Defiance College. Bob Nutter-Pictorial Editor. LeRoy Patterson-Chosen as best all around boy by American Legion. Helen Perkins-80 word award in Shorthand. Dick Pressler-100 award in Shorthand. Harvey Scott-First Place on Essay on Lincoln. Norman Snow-First Place R. O. T. C. Drill Platoon. President of Student Council. Bob Storrer-Captain Football team u43. Co-Captain Basketball team 43. Dick Tingle-Best Senior bowler, highest score Q267J. Lynette Tingley-Fourth degree in F. H. A. won at State. Rosalie Toddf-Fourth degree in F. H. A. won at State. Bill Welch-Saxophone First at Tri-State. Mary Welsh-80 word certificate in Shorthand. Page 3 6 Qziffq-Winlfz rqnnuaf Commencement of lfze Montpelier High School Thursday Evening - - - May 27,l943 High School Auditorium PROGRAM Processional - - High School Orchestra Invocation Rev. Jesse ll. Nofzinger Saxophone Solo ----- Will Wfeleh Yola,', Wfard Allen Class Address- Your Day - Mr. Paul V. Barrett Personnel Director, The Ohio Oil Co., Findlay, Ohio Vocal Solo ---- - Peggy Edwards ln the Garden of Tomorrow, Grafie Presentation of Class - Prin. XV. A. Howald Awarding of Diplomas Dr. L. H. Loghry, V. Pres. Board of Education Benediction - Rev. Birney H. Roberts Reeessional - High School Orchestra Page 37 8:15 o'clock Pl'i'Xl'llfiIItQ Key of Kriozvlavfgr Val CTOIIIIIIIIX, Bob Wfflfflll JU ICR ARE O 3 rW5535wfW..,...f... Ron' 4-Robert Wilsoii, President, james Pace, Vice President, Marjorie Kiley, Treasurerg Betty Smith, Secretary, Marie liavin, Hazel Beek, W'illis Bible. Ron' Bfliichard Brannon, renee Cramer, Beatrice Crist. Rau' 2--Roberta Dean, Clare sign, Delores Fackler, NVilladene Fisher. Ron' 1-Geraldine Henry, Norma l-lephner, Gordon llill, Patricia Houck. We Juniors are coming in on the beamf' Another brief year of school and our knowledge, morals and ideals will be put to the test of life. Our beam is composed of many influential elementsg one, the guiding hand of our teachers, an indispensable aid. They have made possible our sumptuous education and have given us the solu- tion to many of our scholastic problems. Our fellow students have also implanted on our sueceptible minds inalienable ideals which have deeply impressed us and transhgured many of our desires. The third ingredient of our beam is the com- munity. Besides making possible our educational opportunities, certain members have hired boys Page 3 S Ronnie Brown, Donald Carrott, Byron Clark, Martha Cook, Law- Dilworth, Marion liberly, Robert liberly, Roger lily, Veda lin- Greenman, Jackie Grill, Harold Haines, Kathlyn Handy, David and girls to acquaint themselves with business and domestic types of work. We are also thankful to the community in making possible our class events. The students elected as ofhcers were: Pres- ident, Bob Wfilson, Vice President, James Pace, Treasurer, Marjorie Kiley, and Secretary, Betty Smith. ln our leader, Mr. Faben, we found one of the most capable class advisers ever to foster our class. One of the outstanding events of the year was the class play, The Missing W'itness.,' The play was filled with surprising and exciting mo- ments which revealed group cooperation and tal- ented actors. Our Junior-Senior Banquest was also a special THE BEAM function. XV 1 Outh Amerie and the ' i e employed 1 S an theme gxmnasium was ll I . teeorated with bright fiesta colors, and the waiters were clad in harmoni- ous costumes. XVC had our share of talented par- ticipants in athletics. Our class was well represent- ed in extra-curricular activities and musical or- ganizations. We have spent eleven years preparing for the job we will hold next year. NWe fully realize that the obligations, duties and standards set by the senior class of this year and preceding years are high and that it will require enduring work to equal them. Wfhen we leave high school we, too, will have a part in preserving the four freedoms, We have but one year yet to ride on the beam and then we must leave its guiding light and ride the course alone. -Robert XVilson Q QIUNIOR Ol9l:lCl1RS Betty Smith, Bob XX'ilson, Marjorie Kiley, james Pace. Mr. Fab- I tn, Advisor Jbciim up-Q an W Run' 4 Pr' ' -- lSClll.1K'll'll1Sl liui av' va' ,aww 'wins ity ,nw ....., 'ZW his ,ff Or CIW . , 2 -gene Kll1g,-lLll.llI1C Knecht, lfranklin lnlllll, Lynn Lightbody, Robert long, llelen Merri- min. Ruiz' 5-f-Audrey Michael, james Montgomery, Richard Moore, june Powers, Nvilliam Priest, Donald lioclsey, Marjorie otienberger. Kun' 2-gllosalie Roush, ,lohn Selltman, Richard Snow, Margaret Sticltney, ,lames Sirohl. Bill Summers, Ciar- in in Thorp, Toni Tyler, Knit' Ifliaye Tressler, Ray Van Aulten, lilsie Xyallace. Phyllis Xxhiterston, Phyllis XVeaver, A L don, Norma Youngs, lawrence Van lfossen. l Page 39 udrey Ai an asa lla SOPHOMOR .uw fm eww- mi? 'Z Row SADick Williaiiis, President, Max Reese, Vice President, Dorothy Robison, Secretary, Fred Bauer, Treasurer, Wil liam Andrew, liverett Bailey, Paul Baker, Elziabeth Barnhart. Rau' 4fMary Beams, Patricia Bennett, Robert Bradley, Orville Carpenter, Mina Cheadle, Lois Churchman, Ted Clark, Lawrence Cogswell. Ron' 37liloise Connolly, Kathleen Cox Gracilee Critchfield, John Custar, Elmer Dietrich, Rosemary Fisher, XVilliam Fleming, Betty Gilcher. Rau' 2-John Govin .Ioan Grant, Robert Grimes, Peggy Grospitz, Phyllis Guilinyer, Leland Gunn, Kenneth Harmon, Robert Heller. Row 1- Lois Heller, Doris Hepker, Betty Horton, Evelyn Kemarly. Our great nation is today in the thick of the Leaders are always necessary, and for this horrid turmoil which has gripped the world. Our purpose our class selected four capable officers: boys are in there fighting for our way of life. Dick Williams, President, Max Reese, Vice Pres- Here at home, too, many others are being trained identg Dorothy Robinson, Secretary, and Fred to defend our precious rights. In the war plants, Bauer, Treasurer. Mr. Karnes, our adviser,has given in fact, everywhere, everyone is doing a share of us valuable assistance and guidance. We have en- the work. But what is our share? We who are still gaged in the extra-curricular activities, Girl Re- too young to help in any of these Ways-what serves, Hi-Y, lf.H.A., F.F.A., Athletic Associa- can we do? tions, Band, and other organizations. Our class We are slowly advancing along the road of has helped in salvage campaigns and other patri- life. As each year slips by we become more mature. otic activities. For ten years now we have been attending school. Our future is uncertain, but we are striving Each year we have gained more knowledge, have to make it bright. We still enjoy privileges which faced new problems, and have found new plea- are denied to the people of many nations, as loyal sures. Each of us is studying a specific course, citize ' ' Page 40 ns we are endeavoring to keep these rights, RE MARCHI XVC shall meet vreittr l' i h Q ' tiihculties as we advanceg we will be required to make greater sacrifices than we have ever known before. But we must keep our ideals in mind and apply ourselves to every situation. NVC must take advantage of the oppor- tunities which we hace, for there are still many of them. Our education is preparing us for the day when we must shoulder the responsibilities of pro- tecting the 'four freedomsf, We are accumulating the knowledge for the foundation upon which to rebuild the world. As we go forward, our lives are being broadened to form solidfi substantial build- ing bloeks of that future. Our steps are being di- rected so that when our time comes we shall be ready to fall into line and continue our march. -By Barbara Nolin SOPHOMOR1' . 1 OFFICERS Seated-Dorothy Robinson, Dick Sf.l!lLllI1g'l:f'Ll ' ' XVi.ii.uns e Bauer, Mr. Karnes, Advisor, Max Re 23 rdf Q-an gm .gu- A we ...Flaw ,-wr ,dw on ,35- my ...uv-vw ..-ff NN X Run if-fwlarilyn Knepper, l.en l,antx, Mary leatlierman, Louis Light, Rose lucy, Pauline Nlaier, Nlarlin Mansfield, Ruth Merrifield. Rllll' -lfllane Miehael, Donald Miller, Raymond Moore, Uelores Meyer, Barbara Nolin, Homer Parks, Alan W Pifer, Lorraine Post. Rnu 3-Rose Priest, Dale Pushee, llOI'l5R.1ll1Cy, Nancy Roihenbureer, X'X'iladene Rutl. Anna Schelling. Nlarilyn Shayer, Vonda Lee Sines. Kun 2-flirances Stockton,Marjorie Strawser, Glenn Sutlel, Betty Thorp, Norma Traxler, Harry Yan Sycle. lris Wallace, Ann Wallace. Kun' l-Dorothy Woolf, Sylvester XVallace, Marigene XV lli ' a ing laul Worn A, . 1' 'ck. Y Inge 41 ,pw USC FRE HMEN HELP W. U05 0' u 1193 ,av Run' 57Marjorie Roush, President, Charles Johnson, V. Pres., Geraldine Hill, Sec., Ramon Long, Treasurer, Doris Bar- rett, Raymond Beard, Denver Beck, Van Bible. Roux 4-Ralph Brandeberry, Erma Jean Brandon, Robert Briner, Bill Brown, Donald Butzin, Gerald Childers, Ronald Clark, Marie Cooley. Row 3-Marilyn Cummins, Jeanie Dancer, Dwayne Dick, John Dwyer, Neil Ensign, Helene Falco, Lorraine Ferguson, Ovid Fifer. Row Z-Charles Gilcher, Carl Govin, Luther Harrington, Sara Hopkins, Don Hostetler, Marcella Johnson, jack Knapp, Caryl Knecht. Row I-Ruth Knecht, Richard Knecht, Ralph Kock, Harold Krischer. Our extreme youth and inexperience seems a handicap indeed when so much is being' done about us to further the War effort. We feel so helplessly useless as we see the many activities being sponsored by defense committees and beinv D carried out by the Lipper classmen. As announce- ments are made for Sophomores, Juniors, and Sen- iors to carry out important War work, as Freshmen we watch and wait and wonder if we c an produce such excellent results when nh e responsibilities fall Page 42 on our shoulders. We know that we will have to help solve many problems that will arise in the world in the post-war years. Already in our first year of high school, we have been able to acquire many principles that will better enable us to solve these problems. In view of the history being made all over the world, the Montpelier Freshman class history seems very unimportant. Yet, we shall never for- get our Hrst day in high school. SSLY WAITI . y sponsored by the Hi-Y and Girl Reserve will always stand out in our memory -the music, clever entertainment, and the deli- cious refreshments left vivid impressions of a de- lightful evening. We are proud of our participation in ath- letics, hoping that when our time comes, we can carry on the hi h g standards set for us. XVe cherish the help and inspiration we received from our teachers and coaches. XVC hope in every respect to be a credit to them. We have formed many new friendships this year which will last throughout our lives. Our class has done much to inspire class loyalty. XVhile we are watching and waiting, we are looking forward and planning for a progressive and helpful future. -Joh n Dwyer fm QQ' Rui: 5-Inhn Kri l , scier, Annabelle Kuninick, Victor Lattainer, Howard Lee, Rosella Long, Don l,yon, Harold McKarns Ifthel Merrifield. Ron' -JAY-larold Mick, james Miller, -lane M iody, Howard Moore, Marvin Moore, Dolly Oxender, .lack Pace, Patricia Parnham. R010 ifiiuy Priest, jack Robison, Luella Sgott, Mary Selkman, Lorin Stambaugh, june Stantv, Robert Strawser, Robert Strnhl. Ron Zfliwendolyn Swank, Isabelle Tingley, Richard Tressler, Phyllis Tressler, liarl Walker, Tom W'atts, Edward XVhitney, Donna Willgus. Ron' lfliarlene NVillis, Richard Wilscrli, Richard W Marie W'inzler. Page 43 ismnn, Veda Wolff, Rose nge 44 CARE FREE AND HAPPY The day is over. Eloise Connolly. just pals. M. H. S. targets. Critchlield and Connolly. Stieliney and Smith. A perfect strike. A secret mission. School dances are popular. lfrank B. Altaffer, Montpelier, Uhio. Colleges: Michigan State Normal, Bowl- ing Green and Indiana University. Degree: B. S. Department: Principal, Physeial Educa- tion and History. Special hobbies: Sports. NEW HORIZONS The elementary school has been for the past year the central rationing center in this community. We have found pleasure in serving the people and find that this association has brought with it the realization that schools today must do more than teach from the text book. Perhaps our school problems have been solved better because of these COHKRCIS. Our school year has been a busy one, indeed. XVQ can boast of a successful athletic season, a specialized program of activity as fitting a war period, and a highly cooperative attitude between parents and the school. Page 45 FANNY SHATZER, Montpelier, Ohio Miami, and Bowling Green Uni- versity, English, Eighth Grade Ad- visor and School Paper, Special Hob- bies or Interests, I-Ionic Building- School. MARGUERITE HOSKINSON Toledo, Ohio Colleges: Bowling Green University, Ohio University, Dehance College. De- partment: Mathematics. Special Inter- ests: Flowers and beautiful colors. DORA LEE BIERY, Montpelier, Ohio Bowling Green State University and University of Colorado, History and Geography, Special Hobbies or In- terests, Travel and Golf. NELL HERRIMAN, Montpelier, Ohio Ball College, Bowling Green Uni- versity, Science and English, Hobby Club. MILDRED DICILY, Montpelier, Ohio Miami University, Bowling Green State University, Geography and Girls Physical Education, Special Hobbies or Interests, Group Recreation and Travel. DOROTHY BORTON, Montpelier, O. Bowling Green University, Grade Six, Interests, Travel. DONALD D. GRAY, Montpelier, O. Custodian, Special Hobbies or In- terests, Fishing and Hunting. Page 46 MABLE DOENGIQS, Montpelier, Ohio Colleges: Putnam County Normal, Indiana University, Ohio Northern University, and Bowling Green State University, Department, Elementary Education, School Activities, Library Board of P. T, A., Special Hobbies or Interests, Reading, Gardening, Collect- ing Stones and writing to Men in the Service of Our Country. BESSIE L. LIZSNIZTT, Montpelier, O. Tri State, Michigan State Normal, University, Iilementary, Special Hob- bies or Interests, Club Xvork, Garden- ing, and Old Glass. LII.I,IAN APT, Montpelier, Ohio Bowling Green University, Third Grade, Elementary Ilducation, Special Hobbies or Interests, Music. KATHRYN ELY, Montpelier, Ohio Bowling Green State University and Ohio Northern University, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Iile- mentary Education, Second Grade, School Activities, I,as Amigas Sorority, in charge of Defense Stamps for First Four Grades, Special Hobbies or In- terests, Reading and Knitting. PATRICIA NVESTER MAN Montpelier, Ohio Bowling Green State University, Elementary Education, Second Grade, School Activities, Alpha Xi Delta Sorority, Special Hobbies or Interests, Flowers. INEZ ROBIQRTS, Montpelier, Ohio Colleges, O. N. U. Ada, Tri-State, Bowling Green College, O. S. U., Co- lumbus, Department, Grade One. RUTH S. CARROTT, Montpelier, O. Tri State and Bowling Green Uni- versity, Elementary, Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, Honors, QPersonal J , Wforthy Matron Eastern Star, Special Hobbies or Interests, Reading. Donald Apt Anne Beams James Best Roger Cook James Cheadle Mary Jane Clark Mary Lee Critchfield Robert Croft Shirly Iiberly Bill Eehler William Cronc June Dannison Phyllis Echler james Golding Paula Hart Richard lily Mary Jane Firestone Janis Henderson Buddy Knecht Diane Hilkurt Doris Kintigh Adrian Kneppcr Marjorie Light Alfred McClelland Robert Lockhart Joan Long Page 47 EIGHTH GRADE Mrs. Shatzer, teacher james Huston Marjorie McDonald james McMillen Sally McMillen Patricia Miller Eleanor Mocherman Ronald Moore Roscoe Moore Thelma Montgomery Velma Montgomery Donald Pauline Roush Nancy Nye Robert Reese Louis Pike Patricia Robinert Rundell Dick Speaker Evelyn Stine Patsy Summers Joyce Van Sycle james Todd Eugene Wagner Betty Jane White Norma Whitney Pauline Wisman Harold Andrews Richard Apt Joan Bailey june Banks Barbara Bode Dennis Brown Richard Burcham Harry Calvin Jackie Chappell Robert Childers Yvonne Cook Lorna Dayhoff Weldon Dean Venetia Dilworth Arnold Dirrim Joan Drake Carol Fletcher Betty Govin Norman Hill Bill Hopkins Jack Howard Phyllis Kepler Teddy King Valencia Kissinger Bert Kiser james Knecht joan Lamb Robert Neil James Neilands Norma Poorman Page 48 SEVENTH GRADE Mary Baker Anna Clark joe Grant Jean Lockhart Arleita Michael Keith Michael Dale Miser Nancy Majean Gwendolyn Myer Betty Pace Wanda Parks june Pike Marilenc Oyer Raymond Reick Marjorie Royal Peggy Scharlow janet Scott Irene Roush janet Snyder Pauline Thomas Colleen Wagner Donald Willis Ida M. ,Ioan Snyder Donna St art7 m an Willis Shirley Wolfe joe Youse Leonard Andrews Dorothy Burton Robert Hill Louis Johnson Lynn Myers Thomas Neilan ds Ruth Ann Lovejoy Yvonne Nettro Ann Newell Mary Pignataro Delores Pinkley Viola Price Mary Ann Nold Xvilliam Ramer Joyce Royal Barbara jo Scott Hillis Rockey Ruth Ann Shaeffer Richard Shephard Robert Stoy Lyle Storrer Barbara jean Summers Mary Louise Varncr De W'ayne Waldroii Robert Winleler Dorothy Wczhlford Gloria Lou Weitli Page 49 SIXTH jerry Abbott Nancy Allen Inez Baker GRADE Lois Bavin Mary Beucher Beverly Brown Jean Brown Blanche Bcehtol Iiloise Burcham Barbara Cole Lester Cook Myrna Cook Marilyn Carr Ronald Gray .Io Ann Heller Richard Houser Dwight Klien Jeanne Gricc Barbara Kline Vonnla Lightbody Larry Loghry Robe rt Krouse Shirley Knechl Jackie McMillen Robert Mcsser Louis Mick Thelma Moody Donald Andrews Obed Arthur Ardith Banks Don Barnard Ethel Bechtol Harriett Bennett Charlotte Best James Burtnctt Channing Bush Marilyn Calvin Frances Carr Richard Cheadle Tommy Childers Jeanette Clark Lynette Clark Phyllis Clark Maurice Cook Roland Cook Robert Coutz Danny Dnyhoff james De Forest Richard Dietz Richard Echler Joan Echler Wanda Faber Dorothy Faunce Mary Lou Fisher Howard Fnltz - Pearl Lovejoy Page 50 FIFTH GRADE Doris Ball Mary Ann Fiandt Sue Ann Gordon Charlene Greenman Margaret Malone Richard Merrifield Valdcon Mich Harold .I ackie -Ioh ns on Carmen Kneppcr Rose Majean aels Miser Patricia Mocherman Eugene Lockhart Arlene joan Hurtt Ted Huston Phoebe Parker Myrta Trudic Richards Dee Routt Lois Strayer Loughced Alton Hopkins Pike Ella Mae Pinkley Joanne Price Connie Rundell Homer Scott Carolyn Scott Billy Stoy Margaret Summers Helen Turner Richard Wliite Marlo E. Willianis Madeline Underwood Bess Lesnett, teacher Harmon Beehtol Anna Bell Beck Ruth Price Iilwyn Puffenherger Lewis Reesc Lois Reick Clinton Rockcy Richard Turney Marlene Wfannemacher Robert Wliitney Virginia Vfhitney Marlo E, Williams Sally Wingard Daniel Wiiizler Dorothy Lovejoy Franklin Miller John Nold john Oliver Shirley Pignataro Phillis Poorman Larry Snyder Virginia Trautman Donald XValdron Dale W'alker james XVallacc Martha W'allace Robin Wannaniaehcr Roger Wfilliams Loren XY'ohlford 1 l Page Sl FOURTH GRADE Mable Doenges, teacher Annie Altaffer Bobby Beard Janet Bailey Iva Baker Keith Baker Opal Ballin Bonnie Clark Richard Bradeberry jerry Brannan Barbara Brown Gary Clark Harold Clark Harold Cook Kenneth Cox Patsy Freesc Margaret Hepker Iiugene Hiner Richard jones james Knapp Sandra Kneeht Barbara Kreischcr Roger Kuhlman Frances Martin Helen Moody Joan Metcalf -Ioan Mick Roger Mick Lynn Miller Norma Myers Mary Newell Beverly Pace john H. Pfeiffer Mildred Roberts Page 52 THIRD GRADE Lillian Apt, teacher Lowell Abbott Pliyliss Baker Claude Donna Bavin Jacob Beck Ronnie Best Barnard Freddie Joe Bauer Carol Bowman Fritz Carr Marcena Clark Artis Clay Monna Verna Cook H. H. Critchfield Mary Brown C1 ay Chester Cook Richard Custer Joyce Echler Margaret Echler Roger Ecliler Vernie Faunee Theresa Ferare Allen Goven Max Grant Franklin Haase Raymond Hallock James Hodson James Hopkins Berncll Johnson Gene Karnes Ella Mae Kemarly Joanne Lattan Lynne ner Lockhart Jill Loghry Robert Mauk Mary Ann McKarnes Joanne Meyer Mrs. Wfesterman-Teacher Maurice Herman Larry Martin Shirley Mick jean Moore Howard Moore Robert Moore Mary Gail McClelland Mary Lucille McGill Harry Neilands Phyllis Parker Nancy Perry Mary lillen Pfeiffer Addie Puffenberger Carol Roberts james Selkman jo Ann Smith Phyllis Stahl Frankie Stahler Harier Srahler Marilyn Summers john Tingle Juanita Wagner Marilyn Whitney Marva Whitney Sharon Whitney Betty Wisman jackie Youse ! J Page S3 SECOND GRADE Shirley Apt Darrel Banks Dennis Banks Judy Bailey Linda Bailey Delbert Baker Delores Baker Larry Bauer Alice Beams Beverly Bcchtol Barbara Benjamin Hillis Boothman Harold Brown Jeanine Brown Richard Carr Ned Calvin James Childers Dean Echler Norman Fchler Ronald Faber Alice Govin Shirley Govin Beverly Hause Betty jane Hicks Max Hilkert James Hinklc Sally Knecht Sue Knec hr Nathaniel Knepper Ethlyn Kuhlman Max Lightbocly llvclyn Van Fosscn Larry I,ctt Patty Majean Gary Masters Teddy Meyer Aureilia Ann Moran Mary Ann Neilands Billy Oliver Michael Page Ronnie Pinkley Donna Poorman Dorothy Roberts Ann Rossman Richard Rummel james Schwartz Carolyn Shannon Marylin Sleesman Norma Gene Snyder Ford Stohler Ifstella Tingle james Turner Gloria XlVL1l'lI1CITl11CllCI' - Dawn Watts Charles Watson Sharon Wfeismantel jane Williaiums jean Vfilliams James Wolff Marcie Zulch l l Page S4 FIRST GRADE Jimmy Altaffer Don Baker Kay Boman Jimmy Brown Nancy Clark Vic Clark Phyllis Anne Bush Clark Garold Cook Richard Cook Constance Col Phyllis Cook dsnow Kenneth Crowe Lois Ann Cummins Lois De Vlfalt Mary Ann Custer Sherry Dunlay Janice Faunce john Faunce Nelson Faughty Charles Foust Clarence Fisher Patricia Foust Robert Govin Gene Herman Harold Johnson JZ -Hctivitiea DEVELOPING our: BRAINS AND BRAWN Wfhen democracy is at war, educational institutions have a doiihle task. They must do everything to aid in mil- itary defense and educate the rising generation to exercise widely the freedom for which it is fighting. Rigorous in- tellectual training, wisely blended with social experiences, produces the modern student who is ahle to think, to do- to add to the sum of knowledge, to gain that wide perspec- tive which leads to tolerance. They are ahle to meet the challenge, to adapt themselves to new necessities, because they are critical minded. -Wayne Dietrick 'Y Page SS STUDENT COUNCIL PROMOTES DEMOCRACY By IOAN MANSFIELD STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS Svillurl--Patil Henry, Peggy Edwards, Robert Storrer Sfizllifirlg-Mr. Howald, Advisor Our form of government is a sacred trust which We must guard with care. Unless as high school students of today we learn to take the he- sponsibility of intelligent citizenship, our hopes of a colorful future will be mininmized. ln times of conflict many leaders are needed to carry on the vast mounting duties of an accel- erated program. Our club, we believe, has in a degree estab- lished within the minds of its members the neces- sity of being alert to the problems of leadership. We early in the year drew up a code of parliamen- tary procedure and decided that they should be followed at all meetings. Our work is to foster a good feeling between administrator, teacher and students. The assembly commission was responsible for securing many delightful features for assembly programs and feel well rewarded for their efforts. The council has elected three oihcers from the student body at large. They are as follows: President ,,,,, ,,,,,, . .. Robert Storrer Vice President . .. . .. , .. .. .. Paul Henry Secretary and Treasurer W Peggy Edwards There two representatives from each of the classes and the president of each club belongs to the organization. The group is glad to Welcome suggestions from the student body and urges stu- dent participation in all activities. Letters have been written to all who have helped the school, on special stationery adopted by the council. Bark-Howald, J. Robinson, lily, Connolly, Pifer, Williams, Miss Naylor. Miifillvfhleining, Critchfield, D. Robin- son, Smith, Henry, NVilson. Fr0f1iYParnham, Roush, Mansfield, Storrer, Tingley, Long, Edwards. Page S6 Yoh aio 'aa I O I it , 'Q W .69 9' 'mg affix 9' f Q, ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS By BETTY HEADLEY The following attractions made our assem- blies interesting and helpful. Ocfober 7-Mr. Jack Raymon presented us a very interesting and creepy performance of his snakes. He told us of the diiferent kinds of poison- ous snakes and their habits. Ocfober 20-Miss McCarty has helped to convince us that milk is very essential to our health and welfare with her information talk a- bout the milk program. Ocfober 27- Anchors Away, for Navy Day. Nownzbrr II-An impressive Armistice Day ceremony was conducted by the American Legion members. Nflifembrr I2-Mr. Howard Hamilton gave us a very interesting talk about our health and its importance in the present world conflict. Novelnber 16-Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Hislop, missionaries from China, told of their experiences in China during the time of the Japanese invasion. N0z'r'mbr'r 21-A school sing of new and old Page 57 songs was enjoyed by the students and faculty. Notfrwzber 22-We celebrated the Christmas season with an outstanding play given by two of the school,s organizations: The Girl Reserves and the Hi-Y. February 24-Mr. Kannel presented his an- nual Band Concert which included the grade school band, high school band, and the high school orchestra. The money obtained from this concert was used to buy War Bonds. Mm-li I-Mr. Melville, glass expert, demon- strated his art by creating miniatures of glass, and by explaining his work. He stressed the fact that steady nerves are essential. Marffv 3-Chief Jackson, of the Navy, en- lightened the students on knowledge of the Navy by means of movies showing the different divi- sions. Murfh 9--Pep Meeting was held, during which awards were presented to the outstanding players of basketball and football. Many of these programs were held throughout the year, before games. Sll. El? I'H REEA.D. SAYS YEA1 By RALPH COX Certainly no pleasure has richer appeal to youth than to consummate a publication steeped in the rich lore of tradition and sentiment, espel- cially is this true when we look back at the prod- ucts of our predecessors and see the symbols that have glorified their efforts and challenge us to new and greater heights. Copies of these books are treasured through a life time and bring a warm heartglow as happy associations flash into memory. The flesh and blood of a school publication is entwined about names, eventful doings, class- room incidents, social affairs, athletic contests and other vitally interesting things to record. These publications promote school loyalty, kindle the spirit of comradeship and cooperation. -Q-o-sQ IZDITORS Bui'fegHenry, Herman, W'oolf. Sl'l'fJlI1,1lJCGFOfT, Bible, Miller, Tingley, Ruff, Headley, Priest, Haase. Frau!- Perkins, Falco, Cole, Krislier, Horton, Critclifield, Welsli, Watts. I.ITIiRARY EDITORS Shzfnling-Denver Yarger, Peggy Edwards. Sitlilzg-Joan Mansneld, Iris June French. MAKE UP COMMITTIQIE Slizfzilifzgfliiisalie Todd, ,lane Grimes, Phyllis Ankney. Sillirlg-Marjorie Haase, Vivian Cheadle, Betty Diemer. PICTORIAL EDITORS Slumlirzg-Hal Dietz, Paul Henry, Bob Nutter. Siliing i-Virginia Cole, Beatrice DeGroff, Ralph Cox. PUBLICITY COMMITTICE Sfllflllfllgiflll Stanbaugh, John Bartley. Sillirfgfllelen Long, Mary XVClSh, Norman Snow. Page 58 It helps students to develop along literary and business lines. It is a medium of advertising the school and its work by keeping parents informed of school activities, as well as furnishing an ac- curate memento of the year's achievements. XVe have a highly organized staff, made up of each member of the Senior class who is pledged to fulfill a designated task. An Executive Board, appointed by the ad- viser and class ofhcers, manages the business in- terests of the group and lays out the book. An opportunity is given for every individual to suggest new ideas and added features. A man- ager rules over the destinies of his group and is directly responsible to the adviser for the achieve- ments of his group. 1 AMO THE GOLD BOOK STAFF VALUE OF ADVERTISING ln devising .1 succesful plan for salesmanship, probably the factor of greatest importance is that of advertising. Any establishment, large or small, can be a progressive one with the aid given it through the advertisement of its products. Because of this and because realistic proof of it is given every day, we feel all ines of study towards suc- cessful advertising have been a beneficial part of our education and one for which our efforts will be repaid. - Dudley Hillard MAKE-UP EDITOR In order to have an attractive Mirror, the students must arrange the pictures and material accurately. The editors sort, list pictures, and ar- range the material for them. The work is very interesting, and if each one will cooperate, they will achieve .1 higher goal for the Mirror of l943.,' PICTORIAL GROUP The potential photographers piclted for the higher positions as ofhcers and instructors in the signal corps of the United States Army received the background for their work while still in school, playing around with candid cameras. Our pictorial staff is composed of a group of students whose interest runs along these same lines. It is theira job to see that all pictures are taken and turned in on time, and to check these pictures for any error which might mar their ap-- pearance. Theirs is an important job and without them our annual could not and would not be a success. -Robert Nutter 2 n '- --7 STAFF PERSONNEL Orlando Franklin Allman, Assistant Circulation Editor. Phyllis Jean Ankney, Make-up. John Edward Bartley, Publicity Manager. Catherine Jane Bible, Assistant Soldier Person- nel. John Henry Boisher, Assistant Art Editor. George Earld Brandt, Football Assistant. Vivian Louise Cheadle, Make-up Editor. Virginia Ruth Cole, Assistant Pictorial Editor, Society Editor. Val LaRue Connolly, General Manager, Basket- ball Editor. Ralph Eugene Cox, Business Manager, Pictorial Editor. Betty Elizabeth Critchfield, Treasurer, Girl Re- serve Editor. Beatrice Bee DeGrofT, Assistant Pictorial, Soldier Personnel. Robert Kenneth Darr, Art Editor. Betty Lucille Diemer, Make-up Editor. Wfayne Fredrick Dietrich, Literary Editor, Track. Hal Carlton Dietz, Pictorial Editor, Executive Board. Donald T. Echler, Industrial Arts Editor, As- sistant Track. X Peggy L. Edwards, Literary Editor. Ellsworth Lavon Elson, Executive Board. Thelma Rafaella Falco, Executive, Assistant So- ciety Editor. Iris June French, Literary Editor. Jane Louise Grimes, Make-up Editor. Marjorie Ellen Haase, Make-up, Assistant Girls Sport. Carlton James Hart, Stenographer Manager. Maurice S. Harmon, Advertising Assistant. Arlene Mae Hasford, Executive. Betty Jeanette Headley, Assistant Assembly Ed- itor. Paul Fredorick Henry, Assistant Pictorial Ed- itor, Hi-Y Editor. Junior Franklin Herman, Smith Hughes Editor. Vanghn Dudley Hillard, Senior Personnel, Assist- ant Advertising Manager. June Horton, Senior Personnel Assistant. Betty Elizabeth Huston, Head Stenographer. Paul Earl Johnson, Advertising Manager. Maynard Fielding Kneppe-r, General Music Ed- itor, Assistant Business Editor, Executive. Elenora Arlene Krisher, Assistant Music Editor. LeRoy Lamberson, Football Assistant. Helen Lucille Long, Girls Sports Editor, Pub- licity. Illah Mae Manley, Desk Secretary, Executive. Billie Joan Mansheld, Contest Editor, Senior Personnel Manager. James Henry Mick, Assistant Advertising. Marvel LuCille Miller, Assistant Assembly Cal- endar. Vernon Robert Nutter, Assistant Pictorial Man- ager. Gerald Leroy Patterson, Executive, Literary Editor. Helen Eileen Perkins, Assembly Editor. Richard Eugene Pressler, Executive. Doris Almeda Priest, Giftorian, Circulation. Irene LaRue Ruff, Circulation. Harvey Scott, Jr., Executive. Norman Leroy Snow, Publicity. Hal W. Stambaugh, Publicity. Paul Eugene Strawser, Executive. Robert A. Storrer, Sports Editor, Football. Richard William Tingle, Assistant Sports Ed- itor, Intramural Victory. Rosalie Todd, Assistant Treasurer. Lynette Tingley, Norma Watts, College Editor, Assistant Cal- endar. Bill Welch, Assistant Music Editor, Publicitv. Mary Welsh, Organization Editor, Typist. Arthur Woolf, Circulation Manager, Faculty Editor. Denver Yarger, Assistant Sports Editor, Liter- ary Editor. Page 60 gf' as Mr. Kcrnnel military bands. DENIZ KANNISI, Rhythm Aces Listen! Tommy Dorsey! No! Harry James! No! Jimmy Dorsey, Krupa. Oh! Nol It,s the Rythm Aces! Yes, it is ,Pelier's high school dance band. Listen at Bob Wilson! Harry James has to take a back seat. King is the Tommy Dorsey and say, isn't that 'Knepp, imitating Krupa? Sure is. The best little band in-Ol, ,Pelier. Wfell, they are not top notch musicians, they are just a gang of music lovers. There's Peggy Ed- wards, Dinah Shoreis best second who really han- dles the vocals very well. The boys and girls handle things nicely for the different dances here at school. They were given the past with such clarity that, to the reader, quet, and the yearly Study Club banquet. They also played for many entertaining school dances By means of his guidance, Mr, Kannel has led our band into realms of glory. Music is one of hte most essential factors in forming the mood of the day. It is so recognived in the armed forces and therefore talented musi- cians are placed in a role to help build morale, Through the training of Mr. Kannel, many grad- uates of Montpelier have been successful in the Our hats off to you, Mr. Kannel, for you have been a swell val, as well as a 'ood director. l is Drum Mcxjorette A flash of red, a snappy cartwheel, and on the field marches our vivacious drum majorette, lla -lump Houck. She is followed by four very colorful and high stepping twirlers, Rose Mary Locy, Pauline Myers, Helene Falco, and Iilenora Krisher. From all sides we hear a burst of ap' plause as lla goes thru her routine. Alwav' she has had a smile for every one and made our band march to its given tempo. We were justly proud to have our band being led by so talented and charming drum maiorette. Jlilhlllfll' Kritlwwi' -lileflrarrl Krixlm' ILA JUMP Houcic H. S. Orchestra The orchestra consists of the following: Bob Wilson, Ralph Cox, Glenn Suffle, Trumpets, Allen Pifer, Bill Fleming, Bert Kizer, Don Lyons, Saxophonesg Piano, Geraldine Greenmang Drums, Maynard Knepperg Vocalist, Peggy Edwardsg Bass, Lorin Stanbaughg Director, Mr. D. B. Kannel. The seniors of Montpelier High wish to ex- press their sincere thanks to Mr. Kannel for his hne guidance in the directorship of the music associations of M. H. S. We will always remember him in our later years as a happy-go-luclty man who is also all business in business. Through his fine help our music department has gained high honors and much success. Happy sailings, Mr. Kannel, and au revoir, Monsieur. -Maynard li. Knepper l3tn'kfKing, W'ilson. Suffel, Cox, Bailey. Knepper, lidwards, Greeman. l l'0llf'-Lytlllb, Vfelsh, Kiser, Pieffer, lileming. Page 61 HIGH SCHOOL BAND TRUMPlfTS-Bob XY'ilson, Ralph Cix, Glen Suffel, James Best, Dick lily, james Neilands, Donald Hostetler. CLARINICTS-Geraldine Hill, Priscalla Kannel, Phyllis liehler, Pauline Thomas, Valencia Kissinger, Victor l.attnn- ner, Alan Pifer, lflal Stamlaaugh, Gordon Hill, lion Lyons, Llanics Golding, Joy Youse, Bill lfehler, -lames Montgomery. PLUTITS-Marilynn Carr, Mary Varner. SAXOPHONIQS-Bill Xvelch, Bill Fleming, Bert liiler, Nancy Nlaiean, Dane Michael. FLAG 1srAit1-Lksewfiiisdtiic Pram, mn. Hcpim-. TRtmisoNrsW111..gc..e King, Howafti Myers. BARITONITS-liarl walker, Dick w'a15.m. Hoitxs-Adrian itmppcf, not imkim-1, not cgufk. BASSliS--Donald llchler, liverett Bailey, Lorin Stan- laaugh. OBOli-Geraldine Creenm in. BELL LYRAS-Marilynn Knepper, Catherine Cleveland. DRUMS-Maynard Knepper, Betty Horton, Mary Beams. TWIRLERS-Rose Mary Locy, Pauline Myers, lfleanoia Krisher, Helene Falco. BAND CONCERT Tonette Class-Third Grade 1. Safety Song. 3. A Dream Song. 2. Twinkle Twinkle. 4. Blue Bells of Scotland Iunior High School Band l, Parade of the Children-March . .,,,,,, Y 'Mayhew Lake 2. Wfhen Lights are Low--XX'altz. , Y .Ralph Dunham 3. Southern Echoes-Fox Trot ,. . . ,,,,, . Clarence jones 4. The Black Pfll1CCfOX'CfIUl'C . M. Beaulac 5. Seventh Regiment-March., , .. ,, Harry Collins Solo-Sympathy ,,,,, W ,,,,,, ,,,,, , , ,, , , ,, ,, Peggy Edwards High School Orchestra l. NX'hite Cliffs of Dover, W, ,,,,,,,,,, ,, ,, ,. ,, ,Burton 8 Kent 2. Mood Indigo ,,.,,, W W W W .,,,, . Duke lfllingloll 3. l'm Getting Tired So l Can Sleep ,,,,, Wlrving Berlin High School Band Program l. The Stars and Stripes Forever7March ,,,,, , ,,,,, J. P, Sousa 2. Clarinet Polka ,.,,i, ,iiiiiiii,i,,i, ,,iiiii,,iii, iii,,,, ,,ii,,,,., Y . . l Davis 3. Bohemian GirlvSelections ,,,, W M. W. Balfe 4. Miss Trombone-NoveltyW W ,i,i Y Henry Fillmore 5. Argentina-Overture iii,, . W W W . W W Forest Buchtel 6. United States Artillery-March. ,. . , xl. P. Sousa Characteristic Number They Simply Go Wild Over Me W W Peggy lidwardi Massed Band Program 1. Old Glory-rMareh, ,,,,,,,,. ,.,.. . , ,,,,,,,.,,,, Robert Smith 2. Salute to Wasliiligtoii.. ,..,,..,..,,........ WRobert Smith 3. La La Characteristic7Novelty ,. ..,,,, ,C. Peter 4. W'est Point-March. WWWWW. ,.... . W .,.. ....... H arry Collins 5. Star Spangled Banner ..... .......... W Key PERSONAL HONORS - MUSIC A short time after Christmas, in l942, Mr. Kannel called a meeting of his better musicians. They were a little per- plexed at first but when he told them he wanted to help select their contest solos, they understood him perfectly. lt meant almost ive months of hard gruesome work, GRADE SCHOOL BAND but they had ambition unequalled. Following is a list of their winnings: SlfXTl'fTfl7onald Fehler, llugene King, Bob W'ilson, Bob Lockhart, and Dick Wfilson. These boys came through with flying colors winning a second rating at the state contest held at Ohio State University on May 9, 1942. 'l'RUMl'l'iT TRIO-'Tom Prossor, Bob W'ilson and Glen Sufllel. These boys also won a second rating in the state contest. l:l,UTl'ifMarilyn Carr, who is only in the fifth grade won a very high rating winning a third in the state. This is very good for Marilyn considering the competition she had. TROMBONIQ-lfugene King also ioined the list of proud students when he won a second at state. SAXOPHONIZ-Bill NY'elch was another happy lad when he also, as the others, won a second rating at state con- test. DRUMS-Maynard Knepper, I believe, was the happiest as he came through with a first rating at the state CLJIILCSI. I believe that Maynard deserved this as he has played the drums in the band and music organizations for almost ten years. At the age of ten we saw him playing with the 'Pelier Senior High School Bandf His drum was bigger than he was. Today, Maynard believes he will probably end up an army drummer. He has his hopes. -Milymlril Kflejvjwr' US KID MUSICIANS On the eve of April 28, 1943 the Parent Faculty Asso- ciation was greatly entertained by the fine performance of the junior High School band under the expert director, D. B. Kannel. They entertained with a very tricky con- cert. As they are but youngsters they put on a little pa- triotic-military concert. They used the following program: R. Smith C. ,lones M. Beaulac B. Smith , ll. Collins , , C. Peter Old Glory!-March ,,,,Y V Y Y , , Haywire-Fox Trot , , , Black Prince-Overture , Salute to W39l1lI1glL?Il'4B411fCl1 , , Seventh Regiment--March, , , , La La Characteristic ,, , , , , , , -Will W'i'h'fi, i'l'layl1ilr'il li. Klzelijm' IUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL BAND PERSONNEL TRUMPl'fTSgkIanies Best, Dick lily, Danny Dayholf, Skippy Hallock, john Nold, janet Bailey, James Neiland, Dennis Brown, Harold Miser, Carmon Kncpgii-r. ITLUTES-Marilynn Carr, Mary Varner, Caroline Snyder. SAXOI'HONllS7Bert Kiler, Nancy Miiean, Kemiiih Cox, Nancy Allen, Kieth Baker. CLARINETS-James Golding, joe Youse, Phyllis lfchler. Bill Ilchler, Pauline Thomas, Valencia Kissinger, 'lean Grice, Lynn Myers, Channing Bush, Richard W'hite, Robert Croft, Marlene W'annemacher, Barbara Brown. TKOMBONIQS-Obed Arthur, Ronald Gray, 'I'hel.na Montgomery, Velma Montgomery, Franklin Haase. BASSfjerry Abbott. l'IORNS4Adrian Knepper, Bob Lockhart, Bob Clark, Lynn Lockhart. DRUMSfDewitt Kline, Dale Miser, Il. li. Critchfield, Nathaniel Knepper, Teddy King, joyee liehler. BICLL LYRA-Catharine Cleveland. TXVIRLl1RS4.Iune Ilannison, Margie Light, Beverly Brown, Myrna Jean Cook, Shirley Knecht, Marilyn Calvin, Dorothy lfaunce, Mary L. Fisher, Charlene Greenman, Rosa Majean. HRENDER UNTO CAESAR THE THINGS THAT ARE CAESAR'S By HAL DIETZ LATIN LEAGUE OFFICERS Bark-A. Pifer, xl. Pace, Mrs. Deindoeffer. Rau' 2-D. XY'il- liams, D. Robinson, Svnlrif nf Piuuiz-Ii. Connolly. Latin! The basis for many languages, is perhaps the most widely studied language in the world. Not so long ago only the very best schools taught Lating today nearly every high school and university in the country either requires the study of Latin or has it as a regular subjeet. In the scientific and medical world, Latin is used universally. Many consider Latin a dull subject. That is because they do not make a real effort to under- stand its value. Wfhen one continues his studies for higher learning, he often comes upon strange words that are derived from Latin, and by knowing Latin, he is able to interpret their meaning easily. The great battles generaled by Caesar are not entirely different than engagements that our own armed froees are fighting today. Many of our ideas of civilization, such as promoting irrigation projects, building good roads, and contsructing bridges to last, were done by the Romans. If the war has not destroyed them, you may still see some of the aquaducts, bridges, and roads constructed by the Romans 2,000 years ago. Our club meetings have been varied and in- teresting, colored somewhat by the singing of many songs in Latin, and intermingled with games, quizzes and discussions. Too, comparisons have been made of the mil- itary tactics used by the Romans with those of modern warfare. Yes, we can see a vital need for a more in- tensified course in this Held, that the post-war world will End us ready for service. Burk J'0u'-Heller, Strolil, Dwyer, Clark. Tlliril mit'--Pusliee, Mansneld, Cvuillinger, W'inZler, Grimes, Pace. Sveomf mu-R. Strolil, Selkman, Post, Robinson, Long, Stockton, Strawser, Meyer, Iilem- ing. Iiirxl row-NVilson, SeliaHer, Heller, Beams, Connolly, Rothenburger, Bennett, XY'illiams. Sfzllltlfflxf Allen Pifer. Page 64 FRENCH CLUB By ORLANDO ALLMAN Throughout the year the French Club has had some very interesting meetings: One on the conditions that are existing in France today, an- other about French as a vocational subject, and we discover that French and other modern lan- guages are a valuable adjunct to many vocations, including law, medicine, engineering, music, bus- iness, and the arts. The French Club was exceedingly small this year as there were only ten members in all, in- cluding the officers. The officers of the French Club are: President t,,, . .. . .. Maynard Knepper Vice President .. ., Robert Wilson Secretary .. . . . . . ,. June Powers Treasurer . ,,,,,,,,, .. .. . Marion Eberly The contribution of France to world culture has been considerable. A nation which has pro- duced Victor I-Iugo, Voltaire, Moliere, Pasteur and Curie has rightfully earned a claim to immor- raliry. Temporarily overrun by hordes of Nazi bar' barians, France lies prostrate, but she shall rise again when the invatding armies of the United Nations go crashing through Nazi barriers. On French soil the populace shall rise to a man to help their liberators roll back the flood of tyranny which has enslaved France. One can almost see them marching in his mind and eyes, as in the days of the revolution, and hear the ever swelling echo of La Marseillaise: Let us arise, children of the Fatherland, The day of glory is at hand: Against us the bloody banner of tyranny has been raised, Do you hear these shouts of the savage soldiers echoing through the countryside? They come to our very arms to murder our sons and companions. To arms, citizens! Form your battalions! Let us march! Let us march! That their impure blood may drench thc future of our fields. As a joke the following theme was prepared by a student in French I in response to an assign- ment in preparing an original theme on any French subject covered in the readings. DRAME DOMESTIQUE EN UNE SCENE Scene: Le Chateau de Versailles. Le temps: Le dix-septieme siecle. Characters: Le roi, Louis XIV, et sa femme, Marie Antoinette. Louis XIV dit de toutes ses forces: Oui! Oui! Oui! Cui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Ouil Oui! Oui! Oui! Oui! Ouil Oui! Mais sa femme repliqua avec plus de force: Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Non! Vous pouvez dernier celle qui a triomphe dans ce petit argument domestiqueg car en France comme en Amerique ciest la femme qui a toujours la derniere parole. --Roger Ely l Slilllifillgihflerriman, Fly, Rothenburger, Allman, lfaben, Roush, Carrott Srillwif-XY'ilsoii, Powers, Knepper, Fberly Page 65 THE GIRL RESERVES By BI-:TTY CRITCHFIELD GIRL RESERVE OFFICERS R014 I-Betty Critchlield. Ron' 2YMary Nwelsh, Ger- aldine Greenman. Ron' 5-Marjorie Haase, Arlene Hasfortl. Row 4fRose Marie Priest, Miss Burns, Adviser, Iris French, Marjorie Kiley. Religious organizations are playing a vital role in the course of human progress today-on every hand we are astonished to see the rank and Hle giving time and consideration to the spiritual things of life. This is displayed not only on the home front, but day after day as our heroes are challenged on the battle field. We find them sus- tained by a quiet abiding faith and trust in Divine Providence. Generals kneel with privates, Army nurses and VUAACS pay homage to the Supreme Being, and we realize how strongly this charac- better conquerors in any conflict. Qur meetings have been arranged in a three- fold manner, to include a worship service, enter- tainment, and business, each girl being expected to appear on the program at least once during the year. We are ever ready for service and our hands have found much to do during the year. Our first venture was to sponsor a Sadie Hawkins Dance, including the entire high school, with Freshmen as guests. Much amusement was derived when the fair lassies presented their heroes with vegetable corsages, and we are certain that Li'l Abner and Daisy Mae had the thrill of a life time. At the Yule season, we decorated a beautiful Christmas tree and placed it in the hall, which we are certain gave many the spirit of the season. 'Wfe did our part in the Defense program and sponsored a silk hosiery drive which netted 1,47fP pairs, and a U.S.O. book collection of 400 books. We were also asked to distribute handbills for the Heavy Scrap Drive. Valentine Day found our organization again ready to sponsor a party, and this took the form of a Cupid Dance. The last and most beautiful project was a dinner, planned for our Mothers. We know that we have accomplished much in this organization and have sowed the seeds of teristic has been woven in the fiber of American life. We know now the significance of lighting our candles and repeating the pledge 'ATO Find and Give the Bestf, It is not a mere ritual, but an impelling force that gradually envelops our whole being and molds us into right thinking. The impressive Initiation Service cannot help but bind. We are proud of our Girl Reserve or- ganization, and know full well that those who light their candles at the Association flame and become members of the Circle of Light will be spiritual living. The oflicers who have directed us during the past year are: President ., Vice President , Secretary , , Treasurer . ., I Program Chairman , ,, Membership Chairman Service Chairman Social Chairman , Adviser . , ,, , Betty Critchfield ,, Iris June French , Mary Welsh , , Marjorie Haase I , , Arlene Hasford Geraldine Greenman Rose Marie Priest Marjorie Kiley , , Miss Burns GIRL RESERVES FIND FELLOWSHIP AND ENIOYMENT IN SERVICE I'It is more blessed to give than to receive, must have been each Girl Reserve,s motto this year, for they were indeed willing to give of their time, talents, and energy to carry on the work of the organization. Page November 3: Discussion, Our Religion To- day,', Marilyn Schaeffer, June Horton, Marion Eberlyg Scripture, Vivian Cheadle, Prayer, Dor- othy Robison, Solo, Marjorie Kiley. November 17: Discussion, Institutions of Society, Hazel Beck, Phyllis Ankney, Patsy Ben- nett, Marvel Miller, Eloise Connolly, Scripture, Betty Critchfield, Prayer, Norma Jean Youngs, Meaning of Thanksgiving, Pauline Maier, Poem, Lois Heller, Quartet, June Powers, Marilyn Schaeffer, Patsy Bennett, Cissy Rothenburger. December 14: Discussion, Christmas in Many Lands, Betty Huston, Margaret Stickney, Phyllis Guillinger, Barbara Nolin, Betty Smith, Graeilee Critchfield, Norma Hepner, Scripture, Helen Long, Prayer, Vivian Cheadle, Reading, Marion Eberly, Solo, Marilyn Cummins, Poem, Marjorie Roush, Play, Freshman and Sophomore girls. january S: Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, Scripture, Bee DeGroff, Prayer, Doris jean Rainey, Reports, Norma Watts, Thelma Falco, Rosella Long, Roberta Dean, Betty Critchfield, Rene Fer- gusen, Marion Eberly, Helen Long, Duet, Iris -Iune French, Phyllis Waterstone. January 19: Scripture, Virginia Cole, Prayer, Mary Beams, Reports, Mary Welsh, Luella Scott, Rose Marie Priest, Play, 'lFortune is a Cowboyf, Gracilee Critchfield, Marilyn Schaefffferg Piano Solo, Doris Barrett, Quartet, Marilyn Cummins, Helene Falco, Darlene Willis, Marjorie Roush. February 16: Topic, Abraham Lincolnv, Pledge of Allegiance , Scripture, Hazel Beck, Prayer, Priscilla Kannel, Guitar Solo, Marie Bavin, Play, Lincoln Finds a Way, Margaret Stickney, Norma jean Youngs, Betty Huston, Phyllis Waterstone, Iris June French, Willadene Fisher, Peggy Grospitz, Rose Mary Fisher, Mar-- jorie Kiley, Girls Sextet, Helen Long, Marjorie Haase, Betty Huston, Phyllis Ankney, Vivian Cheadle, Arlene Hasford, Lincoln, the Timber- line Americanfy Helen Merriman, Talk on Thorn- as Edison, Mina jean Cheadle, God Bless Amer- ica, closing song. March 2: Topic, Quiz Program, Pat Parn- ham, Annabelle Jumnick, Delores Fackler, Hazel Beek, Rosalie Todd, Iris June French, Lois Heller, Barbara Nolin, Loraine Post, Scripture, Roberta Dean, Lord's Prayer in unison. March 23: Silk Hosiery Drive, Book Drive. April 6: Program put on by Freshman girls, Play, i'My Name is Mildred. So concludes our schedule of programs for this year. Wfe have all served and some will con- tinue to serve, but some of us will go out into our lifeys work, and wherever we go, whatever we do, we will be followed by the undying smoke of our ever burning Girl Reserve candle that will serve as a happy inspiration to us in the future, as we have served it in the past. -Arlene Hasford, Program Chairman I3m'fQ7Priest, Connally, Huston, Ankney, Long, Hepker, Roush, Locy, Bavin, Maier, Barrett, Hasford. Rau' 6-Nwatts, Parham, Horton, Falco, Grimes, Cole, Stickney, Beams, Grospietz, Selkman. Ron' S-Winzler, Critehfield, Hepkner, Kiley, Rothenberger, Bennett. Row 4-Fisher, Krisher, Beek, Kannel, Cummins, Kumnick, Greenman. Ron' 3'R1C1 l 1l11.ll1, W'illiS, Long, Cheadle, Young, Fackler, Schelling, Nolin. Rau' 2-Heller, Perkins, DeGrof'f, Todd, Miller, Shaetfer, Guilinger, Cheadle, Horton, Post. Rau' I-Smith, Dean, Robinson, Falco, Scott, Rothenberger, Powers, Rainy, llberly, Whterstone. WK-lsli French Page 67 Clritchiield llaase TOMORROW'S HOMEMAKERSH By LYNETTE TINGLEY F. H. A. OFFICERS Fisher, Miss Braithwaite, Weldon, Myers, Lynette Tingley, President Homes for tomorrow is a question that has brought many problems before our young home makers, which are being solved in high schools as well as in colleges of today. The Vocational Home Economics work is divided into two parts: the class work, and the project work. The class work is both the funda- mental study and actual practice of the subjects being used in class. It is built around the follow- ing units: clothing, family and other social re- lationships, child care, food and nutrition, home furnishing and housing, and home management. Each year the work is more advanced than the preceding year, while the same units are being used. This year also included the new point rationn ing system, caused by world conditions, the use of substitutions, and how to prepare more green vegetables for the meals. The second part, or the project work, is what the F. H. A., or Future Homemalsers of America, is based upon. The girls select four projects which they do during the school and summer months. This is more practice of their class work. They keep a record of the work they do and the pro- jects, which must be presented to the adviser. Wfe have many reasons to be proud of our young girls with their education to step out into the world and face the real problems of a real living of today and EOIUOITOW. UF. H. A. ACTIVITIESU The F. H. A. was organized for the purpose 1 . MM -wands, A APPLIIQD ART Val Connolly, Lynette Tingley Page GS of promoting the pupils' growth, develop their talents and abilities, to acquire different interests, to realize the importance of improvement in home and family life, and to become interested in and participate in community life. On September 11, a party was held and the first degree, the 'QLittle XVomen degree, was given to the new members. On October 29, a Hayride was planned as a mixer for the Ii. F. A. boys and the lf. H. A. girls. The next great attraction was the F. H. A. and F. F. A. Parent, Daughter, Son Banquet held in early December with one hundred fifty present. The program was made up of members of both clubs participating. The F. H. A. gave honorary membership to Miss Mildred Briner and Mrs. W. XV. liaben. On March 8, 1943, the second degree was given to girls qualified for it. On March17, a St. Patriel4's party was held for all F. H. A. girls. ? -W On August S, a talk and demonstration was given by Miss Briner on First Aidf' This was very interesting to the girls. On April 17, a Northwestern District Meet- ing of F. H. A.'s was held at Bowling Green. This was attended by Miss Braithwaite, Adviser, Lyn- ette Tinglev, President, and Marvel Miller, Marion Eberly, Audrey Wfelden, and Vonda Lee Sines representing the Montpelier F. H. A. On April 27, the Edon F. H. A. officers and their adviser gave the third degree to the Mont- pelier li. H. A. girls with high enough ratings. On May 1, Miss Braithwaite, Lynette Tinglev and Rosalie Todd went to Columbus. There, Miss Tingley and Miss Todd received their fourth de- gree, or Future Homemakers of Ohio degree. These are the first two girls from Montpelier High to have ever achieved this high honor. On May 4, the girls had a tea for their mothers and presented a short play for their en- tertainment. Buff: r1m'fTl1orp, Cheadle, Crist, Cook, Todd, Cole, A. NVi.lllLlCC. I. Wfillace, Traxler, Scott. 'lifririf1'111l'4'-Wlllts, Grimes Youngs, Stickney, Heck, Hephner, Bavin, lf. Whlllate, P. NY'eaVer, Knecht, Houli, Xvaterstone. Srfllllll l'liIL'DlCl11UI', Merriman, lfberly, l. Tingley, Scheilling, Swank, Nlerilield, XVilgus, Cirospitz, Sines, Hopkins, NY'olf. Iiirxf ml4'vDeCirofl', Falco, Priest, Maier, Krisher, L. Tingley, XVeldon, Iiisher, Miller, Johnson. Page 69 F. F. A. MATERIALIZE PLANS TO SATISFY HUNGRY WORLD By Franklin Herman OFFICERS Oli F. F. A. Donald Rockey, Fred Bauer, Val Connolly, Mr. Boucher, Richard Snow, Paul Henry, Willis Bible. The Department of Vocational Agriculture in Montpelier High School is developed on the idea of starting the boy in farming. Each boy has his own farming program which makes his home a better place in which to live, provides a pro- gram making him more established in farming and finally points towards a more satisfactory rural life. If a person were learning to swim, he would have to jump into the water, so be it in Voca- tional Agriculture at Montpelier, the boy must be engaged in farming with boy labor, boy Hnanc- ing and boy management. This exemplifies Vo- cational Agriculture's motto: Learning to do Doing to earn Earning to live Living to serve LOCAL FAIR ACTIVITIES Last September the F. F. A. participated in showing animals and crops at the Williams County Fair. There were many animals and crops shown and some high prizes received. The Chapter re- ceived S51.00. The boy receving the highest prize in the department was Val Connolly, the total amount being 3325. The F. F. A. booth symbolizing leadership won second place, receiving 1512. The project of educational exhibits is a worthy one for the young men of our department. -Paul Henry F. F. A. AND F. H. A. BANQUET The F. F. A. and F. H. A. held their annual banquet December 9, 1943, in the High School Gymnasium. There was a good attendance and the two classes were well represented. The total of Page 70 students and parents present was 175. XVe had no speaker, but the members of the participating classes put on the program. A good supper and an evening of fellowship was enjoyed. -David Henry SCRAP DRIVE The local F. F. A. participated in two scrap drives this past year. The first drive in November, we brought in a total of 35 tons, and during the second drive, which was held in April, we were credited for 101 tons, which made a total of 136 tons of vitally needed war material. Town, township, and state trucks were do- nated to gather this up and boys from the Agri-- culture department went out during school hours to bring in the many tons. -Harold Haines CORN HUSKING The F. F. A. Chapter composed of 31 boys held a corn husking contest on the Glen Kaufman farms. The boys husked shock corn for forty-five minutes and Franklin Herman emerged from the fodder the victor, having husked 522 pounds. Willis Bible was second with 470 pounds of corn, and Harold Haines third with 454 pounds. The thirty-one boys husked 12,045 pounds of corn during the forty-live minutes. This would denote the Agriculture boys can practice what they preach. The F. F. A. is a grand group of boys and they are not afraid of work. -Maurice Harmon STATE FARMER AWARD One boy in every hundred receives the covet- ed State Farmer Award, given to boys in Voca- tional Agriculture. This year Val Connolly, our F. F. A. President, won that award by hard work and a well balanced life of leadership, scholarship, farming ability, cooperation, thrift, and conserva- ticn activities. Val had an outstanding farming program balanced with a social, recreational and religious life. -Don Rockey COMMUNITY INSTITUTE As the time for the Montpelier Community Institute came around again this year, we decided to make it another good year. By arranging the tables in the Agriculture room for showing stands, and getting many bas- kets lined up for the grain to be shown in, we were ready for the first morning of the institute to receive exhibits for showing. There were seven- ty-two entries of grain shown and the most active boys in the contest were Harold McKarns, who received first place, Wfillis Bible, second, and ,john Custer, third. The Agriculture class at this time was re- pairing farm machinery and we had the shop full of farm tools, so we fixed cards on each item of machinery and put on them what was wrong with the machinery. In this way people could see just what we were doing in the way of helping the war effort. -Dick Snow F. F. A. DEGREES There are four degrees an agriculture student may obtain in Agriculture. They are Green Hand, Chapter Farmer, State Farmer and American Farmer.During the boyis first year in Agriculture, up to the time he has made 525 in Agriculture from his projects, he is called a Green Hand. XVhen a boy has made or has invested 3,25 from his projects and is in good standing in Agri- culture he becomes a Chapter Farmer by initiation. To become a State Farmer a boy must have made or invested 31250, must have a good project program, and has to have held an oflice in the local F. I7. A. A State Farmer must possess leadership, schol- arship, farming ability, thrift, conservation and cooperation. In addition to those listed above, and Amer- ican liarmer must have invested SS00, must be in partnership with father or actively engaged in farming, must have held the degree of State Farm- er for one year, must have completed satisfactor- ily three years of Agriculture and must be in the upper 40 per cent of his class in all school ac- tivities. -Val Connolly CONSERVATION The Conservation Program is a program car- ried on throughout the year for the preservation of wildlife, timber, and soil erosion. Each boy in Agriculture has a chance to make a certain num- ber of points by participating in this cause by planting trees, building feeding shelters and hatch- ing pheasants, controlling gully erosion, and nu- merous other atcivities. At the end of the year the boys from each school who have the 11105K points and the individual high scores from the county, receive prizes which consist of shot guns and rifles, bow and arrows, hunting jackets and other smaller items, which are given by the W'illiarns County Conservation League. -Franklin Herman IUDGING The Montpelier If. F. A. judging team com- prising Franklin Herman, john Custer and Rich' ard Tressler won first place in the Willigims Coun- ty contest, judging general livestock. The boys had to place correctly the rings of Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Sheep and Hogs. It is through fine livestock the farmer pays the mortgage, and the F. P. A. boys have a definite goal they are trying to reach through purebred livestock. Ninety-five per cent of all livestock projects in the depart- ment are purebred. Val Connally won first place in the show- manship contest, receiving 510. Val was in com- petition with twenty-two other boys. He did a line job of showing the heifer and will be a fine livestock farmer. -Ray Van Auken Burk r0u'ABrandberrv, Ciilclier, XY'TS1N.lI1, Robinson, Briner, Nloore, Nliller, Lee, Harrington. Tbirif l'Illl'+TjX1glC5', Trexsler, I,atta:iner. johnson, Nlcliarnes, Hauer, Cogswell, Brown. SITIIIIAI rmi'fTliorp, Haines, lil. Henry, Snow, Van Auken, Cramer, Bible, Rickey. Iiirsf l'u1t'fl larinox1, P. Henry, Connolly, llerinan. Page 71 FAITH AND STABILITY PROVING GROUND FOR HI-Y By PAUL HENRY and HAL DIETZ HI-Y OFFICERS Sl'1lft'll'V1ll Connolly, Paul Henry, Mr. Karnes, Ad- viser, Hal Dietz. Sllzlflifillxm-lLlCk Grill. It has been said there were few atheists in the fox holes of Bataan and the jungle of Guadal- canal. On every hand chaplains are advising that uniformed men fill the pews of post Chapels and churches all over the world. Neither is it fear nor a sentimental whim which makes soldiers go to these services, but rather a faith, a quiet abiding faith, and trust in Divine Providence which we know guides America and her allies against the forces of Satan. Such organizations as Hi-Y and YMCA have been vital influences which have paved the way for this marvelous feeling of faith and stability that our soldiers are showing to us in this hour of strife. Our Hi-Y is not just anotherclub , it is a club of high idealism. Witla a platform of clean speech, clean sports, clean scholarship, clean living and a purpose to create and maintain a high stan- dard of Christian character, the Hi-Y carries its message with every past member who is now in the XVar effort. Many Hi-Y members are graduating this year, and on leaving school they will be taken into the armed forces. They will be separated and sent to all parts of the world, but back in the minds will be the memories and ideals left by the Hi'Y organizations. We began our club year with an initiation of new members and following this were meetings every two weeks, at which time we had games and discussions. May future members carry on this glorious organizationg for it cannot be equalled by any other club in school life. -Paul Henry, Hal Dietz Iiirxl mu'-Val Connolly, Paul Henry. Secwzif ron'-Fran kling Lantv, Dane Michael, Donald Carrott, Robert Grimes. Tfziril ron--,lack Grill, Lynn l,antx, Eugene King, Allan Pif er. 150117717 ron'-Donald Miller, Dick Wfilliams, Dale Pusliee, Robert Heller, Bill XVelsli, Iiverett Bailey, Hal Dietz. Fifth ro 11'-Alfred Bauer, Bill Fleming, Robert Wilsoii, Dick Pressler, Paul Strawser. Page 72 POTENTIAL WAVES AND WAACS IN THE MAKING By HELEN LONG The Girls' Recreation Association, in this its second year of existence, was reorganized to be- come a workingl' organization embracing about seventy girls from all high school classes. Based upon the principle, Active participa- tion by all high school girls in recreational pro- jects, it became a working organization through a system of credit points earned only by participation in the activities of the club. Mem- bership was not a formality, but was attained by points earned through participation in group ac- tivities. Membership was then maintained by con- tinued participation. All girls earning such mem- bership received awards in token of the interest which they manifested. Those ten girls who LIC- crued the highest number of points were given major G.R.A. awards. To the second ten girls in the club from the point of credit earned went minor awards. Major awards were received by Peg Edwards, Ann Schelling, Marvel Miller, Rosalie Todd, Betty Critchfield, Lois Heller, Darlene Xvillis, Doris Barrett, Helen Long, and Vivian Cheadle. G. R. A. became a working organization also from the standpoint of the activities engaged in. Hash activitiy was chosen because of the de- mand of the majority of the group. Unce an ac- tivity was chosen, its organization, pursuit and completion was in the able hands of leaders and captains chosen from the group. This year's activities fell into three seasons. G. A. R. Ol:l5lCilfRS Siuzfeil-Nlarjorie Haase, Helen Long, Miss Naylor, Ad- xiser, Vivian Cheadle. Slizrziliug-Betty Smith. Bowling was organized in the fall with sutlicient girls reporting to organize two six-team leagues which bowled each week until the last of March, at which time the season was completed with a tournament, including teams, doubles, and singles. Early in the winter a call for girls desiring to play basketball resulted in eight intra-mural teams which were captained, coached, and refereed by an outstanding group of leaders who gave unselfishly of their time and energy. Burk rnufilonnolly, Todd, XY'II1llCl', XY'atts. Eiglwlli 7'IIlliRULl5l'I, Knmnick, Selkman, R. Long, Qrinies, Xyelsh. Si'1i'11ffJ VUll'SCllCllIIIg, Lucy, R. Fisher, Bavin, CTVOSPIIY, XY. Fisher, Barrett, Ci. Critchlield. Sixllv l'IllL ilIl'LlXlCI', Rainey, A. Whil- lace, Bennett, Powers, Beams, iiuillinger, Vfillis. lfiflfv rrzwglliiston. Bible, N, Rothenburger, Riley, li. Roth.-nburger, Shaet- fer, Robinson, B. Critchfield. lunrffr rnu'-Crist, Thorp, Heller, Miss Naylor, Cireenman, Headley. Rrisher. Tfrirtl mu- i lfnsign, Knepper, Deiiroff. Dean. Fackler. Srrnfzif rrm-H.l'aleo, Tingley, Beck, Ruff. Iilrwf rrfzi-lrlorton, Xl. Cheidie, Mansfield, Miller, T. Falco, lfdwards. V, C.heatlle llaase Long Smith Page 73 TOGETHER WE'RE BUILDING ACROSS THE SEVEN SEAS By BOB STORBER The UMM club is in its second year of being. The organization under the supervision of Coach wens ant Toae u man. O l C, h H ff The purpose of the M club is to promote sportsmanship, not only on the athletic field but also in real life. Athletes of our school become members of the M club only after earning a letter in one of the three major sports. At the beginning of each school year officers are elected. A written constitution governs the functions of the M club. Meetings are held twice a month, with the president-elect presiding. The secretary keeps a record of all meetings, and the treasurer sees that funds are collected on time. The sergeant-at-arms sees that law and order reign at all meetings. This will give you some idea of how and why the M,'club was organized. In the very near fu- ture this club will be one of the best known clubs in our school. The otlieers for the past year were: President , , , , , , Bob Storrer Vice President , ,, ,lim Pace Secretary , Wm, N 7 Max Reese Treasurer . . .. .. .. .. , . Val Connally Sergeant-at-Arms Paul Henry M CLUB Bark-lf. Dietrich, D. Fchler, A. Pifer, H. Stambaugh, D. Yarger, R. Tingle, M. Reese, T. Tyler. Miilifle-Mr. Hull- man, G. Hill, R. lily, O. Carpenter, D. Hillard, L. Lamberson, H. Dietz, XV. Priest, Mr. Owens, I'i1'lllIf'R. llrannan, R. Brown, P. Henry, R. Storrer, V. Connolly, R. Nutter, R. Vfilliams. t A ' ' ' 7 .. A, r . 5 .5 3 - El s-'le g ,. M . .... su. ..,...I,..,,, . ' , W Page 74 1414 latina PHYSICAL FITNESS COIVIES FIRST . On the Helds of friendly strife are sown the seed that inother years on other fields will bear the fruits of victory. j Yes, these are the Words of General Douglas MacArthur, andynever in the history of the United States have these words had more meaning than they have today. With the Army, Navy and Air Corps fighting I1 global war, more time and effort than ever before must be spent on physical pre- paredness. On the athletic fields of America the American fighting man has developed the determination to Win, the coordination, and the ability to think for himself. These qualities rolled into one make the Amer- ican the most effective fighting man in the world. L ' A We owe a great deal to our athletic program, so let us hopeiiit can be continued in spite of the war. -Bob Storrer Page 75 SPORTS F OR VICTORY SAM OWENS Football and Track Coach This fine, genial and dynamic personality found the first year of Montpelier .1 job cut out for him. He had the job of coaching the team plus helping the squad overcome a defeated attitude. Coach Owens went to Findlay College and achieved much success as center on the varsity football squad, winning three letters in that sport. He was also very active in track while in college. He was the first of his graduating class to sign a coaching contract. Sam came to Montpelier from Oak Harbor, Ohio, where he had great success in turning out winning football and track teams. Since he has been at Montpelier he has done a great job, and I think I speak for all who know him. Coach Owens is a truly swell person. -Bob Storrer As September rolled around, nine letter men and a host of anxious recruits reported to Sam Owens, our new coach. For two and a half weeks coach and team worked hard in preparation for our Hrst tilt with Hicksville. The night was warm and the field in good condition, For three quarters the teams matched each other, play for play. Then in the last quarter, with only a few minutes to play. it happened, Hicksville pushed over a lone touch- down on a quarterback sneak, which proved to be the margin of victory. Hicksville 7, Montpelier 0. A week later the Locomotives journeyed to Napoleon with hopes of a league victory. This time again the third quarter proved to be our downfall. The first touchdown came on an end run around Napoleon's own left end. Then in quick succession came two more touchdowns with Napoleon's fullback tearing holes in the Locomo- tives' line to score both touchdowns. With an open date, the boys from 'Pelier had a chance for a rest and a chance to go over our mistakes. On Oct. 9 came another league game with Wauseon. The field was wet and muddy from :1 week of heavy rain. Time and time again the ends, tackles and backers stopped a Wauseon off-tackle smash which gained much ground for Watlseon. Late in the fourth quarter Bill Priest, our tackle, grabbed a WZILISCOH lateral and ran for the winning Lefi ia Rigbf-Firxl ruin'-Siebenaler, Stambaugli, James Pace, O. Carpenter, Connolly, Stirrer, Henry, Reese, B. Priest, Case, Ely, Hill. Seronzl row-Coach Huffman, Wilsoii, Miller, Brannan, Yarger, Dietz, Brown, Lamberson, lichler, Moore, G. Priest, Dwyer, Lantz, H. Mick, Coach Owens. Third row-Knecht, Robinson, Childers, linsign, J. Mick, Montgomery, Light, Custar, Carrott, Bible, Lightbody, Pushee, Heller, Long, Jack Pace. Page 76 touchdown. This gave the Blue and Wliite its first victory in twenty-one starts. The following Friday 'Pelier played host to Hillsdale. In the second quarter Case took the ball on a quick opener back to the weak side and, with blocking from his team mates, streaked eighty- one yards to a touchdown. Case and Carpenter shared the scoring honors, scoring two touchdowns apiece. The Locomotives showed all the scoring punch of a college team, both offensively and de- fensively. Late in the fourth quarter Hillsdale pushed over their lone touchdown. The gun crack- ed, ending the game with 'Pelier on the long end of a 26 to 6 score. With hopes high and an undying spirit, the Locomotives took the field against our rivals, the Bryan Bears. For the first half neither team was able to score. Montpelier had a slight edge as far as the number of first downs and yards gained were concerned. On the kickoff opening the sec- ond half, Carpenter raced down the side lines only to be stopped from behind a few yards short of a touchdown. Here Bryan took over, scoring late in the third quarter, and again in the fourth. Al- though Montpelier had made more first downs than Bryan and gained more yards, we found our- selves on the short end of a 14-0 score. Next we journeyed to Findlay, not knowing just what to expect from the larger school. Again the half time score was tied 0-0. During the sec- ond and third quarters 'Pelier muffed three scor- ing chanees, while Findlay cashed in on their one scoring chance. It came late in the fourth quarter when Find1ay's big fullback crashed over from the one-yard line. This one touchdown gave Find- lay a 7-0 win, but Locomotive fans and players considered this more or less a moral victory be- cause of the fine showing against a larger school. On Nov. 6, Delta furnished the opposition at Montpelier's Fairground stadium. After our fine showing at Findlay, the Locomotives expected an easy win from the small inexperienced Delta eleven. But things did not work out. Everything the Blue and White tried, something went wrong. Our passes would not click, power house plays and end sweeps failed. This was just not Mont- pelier's night. Delta's second-period touchdown gave them a 6-0 victory. The weather was cold and the ground as hard as cement. But the hard-charging 'Pelier line of Page 77 old stopped Liberty Centerls tricky T formation cold. Again and again the good punting of our backs drove the Tigers deep into their own terri- tory. Time and time again Lamberson, playing at fullback, smashed through the Liberty line, pick- ing up precious yardage whenever it was needed. The fine running of Connolly and Lamberson set up both touchdowns. Case scored on a quarterback sneak, and Carpenter from a spread formation. In the final game of the season the Locomo- tives matched playing skill with the Defiance Bull- dogs on the Bulldogs' home field. This game would be the last for nine seniors under the guid- ance of Coach Owens. Our efforts were of little use against the heavier, faster Defiance team. The Bulldogs' backfield ran wild throughout the entire game, with 'Pe1ier's lone score coming late in the fourth quarter. The Defiance team was victorious by a large margin, 53-6. Throughout the entire season the Locomotives were a fighting ball club and, taking the team as a whole, they are a swell bunch of fel'ows. On be- half of the team and coaches I would like to thank the citizens of Montpelier for their splendid co- operation. -By Bob Storrer MONTPELIER ROSTER Name Wt. Year Position Dick Brannon .. ,,,,,, 140 jr. T. Ronnie Brown ,..... .. 132 jr. B. Buzz Carpenter . ..,.,,, 15 5 So. B. Dick Case ............ . ..., .1 3 5 Jr. B. Val Connolly ..,,, .,.. . 150 Sr. B. Ralph Cox ,..,.,. .. ,.,,. 142 Sr. G. Hal Dietz ..... .. .. 155 Sr. T. john Dwyer. .. .. 140 Fr. Ii. Don Echler ,.,. .. ...... .140 Sr. E. Neil Iinsign ... . ... ...125 Fr. B. Paul Henry .... . .... . .160 Sr. C. Gordon Hill ..... .. .... .. 155 jr. G. Roy Lamberson ..... ....... 1 33 Sr. B. Marvin Miore . . .. 150 Fr. G. Bill Priest . .... . .. ...172 jr. T. jim Pace ........ .... . 165 jr. G. Guy Priest .. . . .. 140 Fr. B. Max Reese ..... ..... . . 155 So. If. jr. Siebenalcr ..... .. 172 So. T. Hal Stambaugh .. .. . 145 Sr. G. Bob Storrer .. . .... 165 Sr. li. Denny Yarger... .. . . . 134 Sr. B. SCHEDULE Montpelier 0 . . . .. . . .. . Hicksville 7 Montpelier 0 . . Napoleon 18 Montpelier 7 . .. .. ..... W'auseon 0 Montpelier 26 .. . Hillsdale 6 Montpelier 0 . Bryan 14 Montpelier 0 . . . .. Findlay 7 Montpelier 0 .. .. Delta 6 Montpelier 13 . . Liberty Center 0 Montpelier 6 .. ... . .. .. .. . . .. Defiance 53 PROBABLE STARTERS Left End Reese .. .. .. .... . . 43..... W . 155 Left Tackle Siebenaler . .... ...... . 50 ........ .172 Lfet Guard Pace . . .. .. . 47 . . ..l65 Center Henry . .. . . . 35 ...... .. ..l60 Right Guard Stambaugh . . 46 . . .145 Right Tackle B. Priest . 51 .. .. ..172 Right End Storrer .. . . 53 . .. .165 Quarterback Carpenter .. . 42 .. ..... . 155 Left Half Case .. . . 38. .. .. 155 Right Half Connolly . .. . . 4S.. . ...150 Fullbaek Lamberson .. 30 .. . .. 133 SENIOR FOOTBALL PERSONALS By Bob Storrer and Dennie Yarger BOB STORRER - END - CAPTAIN York was undoubtedly the boy designated to lead our team. His double position as captain and end was indeed a tough assignment, but Bob proved ever equal to the task. His hne blocking, pass snag- ging, his courage and spirit gave our team that extra help in the tight spots. His knowledge of what to do and when to do it, was a most dc- sirable advantage of our 42', squad. It may be added that the successor to jersey number 33,' may be duly proud of its past owner. PAUL HENRY - CENTER Handsome', was the lad who started our plays into action.. Our trigger man knew and respected the fact that a successful play must start with a good pass from center, and he unfailingly put that pass at the right place, at the right time, thorughout the season of l'43. Also, it was an established fact that no opposing lineman came over or through our center after the ball was snapped. For these traihs he will always receive due admiration from his team mates. HAL STAMBAUGH - GUARD Stammie played his first and last year of high school football with us. He came into a group of experience-hardened boys, and through his own brand of football he nabbed a position of guard on a squad long since acquainted with the game. He proved his ability in every game, and soon the fact that he was green was forgotten. He played ball for the purpose of winning and he played hard. Al- though he was the smallest on the line, he obtained as much results as did the bigger boys. VAL CONNOLLY - HALFBACK Snapper,s speed and dexterity were two of his most vital fac- tors in being one of our best backs. His undying vitality was vividly portrayed on our own gridiron and on others, too. Snapper,' was not known only by his feats on the field, but by his misdemeanors in the locker room, which have taught every athletic-minded boy in school to be wary of our chief prankster- Snapperf' Page 78 HAL DIETZ - TACKLE Flash was our fastest lineman and one of the toughest. He played his position at tackle as only a person inspired with determina- tion and backed up with gut can. In future years, with other players taking their places on our team, let them strive to be a player as was Hal with his solid defense and lightning fast odense. RALPH COX - GUARD Hi-Kin had only slight experience to start with, but his deter- mination and ability to surprise, greatly overwhelmed many an ex- perienced opponent. When he was called on to do his bit, he did his best. His offensive duty was to prevent an opposing player from tack- ling our backs, this he did, and defensively he stopped many a rugged ball carrier attempting to pass through our line. ROY LAMBERSON - FULLBACK Egg Eater was a hard-driving back, able to pick up yardage whenever needed. Although he was the smallest man on the team he could smash through the miffle or run the ends. His well timed blocks cut down many an opposing end. Roy's good blocking and hard running was truly a great asset to our squad of 42.', DONALD ECHLER - END Eck,' held out on us until his senior year, but then, as one of our best defensive neds, he became noted for his roll block that time after time eliminated much of our opponents' end sweep into force. Thus he enable our backs to snag thc ball carrier. DENNIE YARGER - HALPBACK Red played both the halfback and quarterback positions. His undying up and at 'emu spirit was one of his most noticeable char- acteristics, while his hard, well timed blacks cut down many an opponent. Red ran hard, always trying for that extra yard. It was these characteristics that made Dennie a valuable addition to our team. Page 79 RUSSEL HUFFMAN Basketball Coach and Athletic Director Coach Huffman has done a splen- did job of developing coordination, team work, and a determination to win. Coaches' trainings are not con- Hned to the basketball court alone, but rather he has helped a boy un- derstand himself and get him start- ed in life on the right foot. This year Montpelier had a team which were runners up at the Dis- trict Tournament. A great deal of the credit goes to Coach Huffman. He spent many a laborious hour de- veloping this year's team. -Bob Storrer SEASON ENDS IN WAVE OF GLORY Lay aside your guns, you men of Tunisia and Africa, and the lighting world over. Take a rest from the front while l give you :1 brief resume of our U42-43m basketball squad here on the home front. After three weeks of hard work getting into shape, we saw our frrst game with Hicksville just around the corner, and having confi- dence in ourselves, we journeyed there in high spirits. Because Hicks- ville had played two previous games and our ball handling was a little rough, we lost by a good margin. The next week, after the coach had pointed out to us our mistakes in our first game, we went to scalp the Wauseon Indians. Under their fast break and on a small floor, our raid was not successful. Our next game was with Pioneer, the first home town game. After a furious struggle by both teams throughout the game for that extra basket, our opponents emerged victorious. Liberty Center came over the following Friday to test our strength and found we were greatly improving. By good ball handling and rebounding, we had little trouble in taking the upper hand. We had won our first game of the season. We played our next battle here with Van Wert, which was rated a high standing team. After excellent ball was played by both KSLIIHS, they emerged to let us know why they were in such a position. The next week in practice, we worked harder than ever, for the next game was with our old rival, Bryan. A near capacity crowd saw us start the new year right by a one point margin, the first victory over our neighboring city in ten years. This gave us confidence to journey over to Dehance and meet the top team of the league. They proved to us, however, that they intended dominating first place by a lengthy score which we were on the short end of. Following our schedule, we went to Edon and challenged the Bombers. The Locomotives could not seem to find the center of the hoop, and when the score was added, we were lacking a field goal. Napoleon was our next rival which we went to show we could really play ball when we wanted to. After being a little certain that they were going to win, the taste of defeat did not agree to their liking. This completed the first round of the league teams, and we found that we had won three of the five games. We started the second round with Defiance coming here as our guests. Despite our every attempt to hold them down, we could not stop them in the least. Lvfl fn l'ftQf7f'fl6DGl?FCllll1 Hill, 1195 Bill Priest, fl4j Ronnie Brown, flllj Roger lily, Cl7j Max Reese, OSH Robert fitorrer, CHD Val Connolly, H23 Qrville Carpenter, Ql3j Hal Stambaugh, fill Neal lfnsi,jn. Cjt'7lft'I'1f:U1lCl'I Huffman. VICTORY TEAM Page 80 Our next game was with West Unity As for them being one of the leading teams in the class B schools, they did not keep up the pace which we set for them. Because of our previous victory over them, Napoleon came to our floor to find revenge if they possibly could. The Locomotives chugged through to victory Our next game with Bryan, there, added another VU to our books We showed them that it wasfn't a matter of luck that we had beat them a point before. To Stryker next we journeyed to find a team that had tasted defeat very sparsely We emerged victorious only after a hard fought game Kunkle challenged us next on our home floor and we met them with little resistance We ran up a sizable score in this game and every one on the team saw some action. The following week, Wfauseon came over to our floor to show us we could not win all the time For our last game of the season, we ventured to Lib- erty Center to taste defeat again, possibly by lack of good rebounding. We found they had improved nsiderably. We drew a bye in the tournament, w ich meant VAL CONNOLLY Val, Snapper, was the just in case man, and when called up on to do his bit, he was always there. The whole team appreciated him when he played and otherwise. BUZZ CARPENTER Buzz was the mightiest man of our team. Vlfhen the score got too close, Buzz was there to dump in a couple of quick ones. He was also known for foul shots. RONNIE BROWN Ronnie was always in there pitching at his forward position. He upheld his side of the floor, and also helped greatly in scoring. Ronni deserved the position he played. HAL STAMBAUGH, Co-Captain This was Hal's Hrst and last year at Pelier and he proved his worth in many ways. He played a guard position and played it well He was always in at the board, both offensively and defensively. Yes Hal was a mighty little man. BOB STORRER, Co'Captain Bob was the one who got the long shots for us this year. An all around athletic boy, Bob upheld the traditions of being a good sport ROGER ELY Rog, 'QDoc, was the point getter of the squad. He played a clean, cool game of ball and was always for his team. Page 81 RESERVES-Bzzrfc-Owens, Knecht Dwyer, Krisher, Carrott, Brannon, Govin, Huffman. Front'-Hill, Priest, Pace, Reese, Ensign. we would play the winner of the Maumee-Perrysburg game, in which Maumee was victorious. XVe went to De- fiance to meet them. Maumee had a team which was noted for its rebounding, but we showed them that we could re- bound too. We jumped to a quick lead and stayed out in front for the rest ofthe game. This gave us confidence and we went back the next week to battle Van Wert. As in the Maumee game, we leaped to a quick lead and were ahead until only two minutes to play, when they went around us with a point in the lead. We Hnally got the ball away from them and before the game was over we were safe a number of points in the lead. The following night we went back to play Defiance in the final game. They were just a little more than We could handle. This put De- fiance in first place in the district tournament and Mont- pelier in runner-up position. After the game was over, the first place and second place trophies were given to the cap- tains of both teams. They also gave to each member of both teams individual ribbons. -Val Connolly Dec Dec Dec Dec Dee. Jan. jan. Ian. jan. Jan. Elan. alan. jan. Feb. Feb Feb. Feb. S1ZASON'S 4AMontpelier vs. 11-Montpelier vs. 15AMontpelier vs, 18-Montpelier vs. 22fMontpelier vs. 1-Montpelier vs. 8AMontpelier vs. 9fMontpelier vs. 15-Montpelier vs. 19fMontpelier vs, 22-Montpelier vs. 26fMontpelier vs. Z9-Montpelier vs. 5-Montpelier VS. 9-Montpelier vs. 12-Montpelier vs. 19fMontpelier vs. TOURNAMENT Montpelier vs. Maumee Montpelier vs. Van Wfert . Montpelier vs. Defiance Page S2 RIZCOR D Hicksville Wauseon ,, , Pioneer ..,, .... .... Liberty Center Van W'crt Bryan H., . Defiance ,.,, Iidon ,,,. . Napoleon Stryker Dehanee , XVest Unity ,, Napoleon ,,.,, Bryan ., Kunltle WLIUSCCBH ,,,, , Liberty Center PEP Z6 21 Z2 35 31 23 36 20 39 36 17 42- 46 37 50 39 33 32 33 28 35 46 26 17 43 22 66 Z2 27 33 39 13 29 30 10 59 37 27 28 35 BOMBERS H e a r that sky- roeltet, yes the game is on. Wild shouts of the audience bear tid- - A ings of victory Team Rah is heard- Yes 3 peppy lassies have been leading the audience in enthus- iastic cheers-They are the pep squad of the school. Left to right: Ros- alie Todd, Veda lin- sign, Norma Hepb- DCF. Pelier Wins NWOL Track Crown, lst in 12 Years Mile Run Record Broken by Seigneur For the larst time in 12 years Mont- pelier won undisputed possession of the league championship track title from Bryan. Two years ago the two schools were tied for first. ln the other 11 years Bryan has been named champion. One league record fell Friday night at the fair grounds as six schools participat- ed in the annual contest. Seigneur of Wauseon ran the mile in 4:45.4, nine- tenths of a second under the record es- tablished last year in Bryan by Farison of Napoleon. Seigneur took the lead at the start of the race and was never challeng- ed. His pace was too much for his com- petitors, including last year's record breaker, Farrison, who came in second. Keller of Wfauseon missed tieing the half-mile record by one-tenth of a sec- ond. He ran the 880 in 2:08. Allion of Bryan has been unbeaten in this event since he established the mark of 2:07 in 1937. Connolly was high point man of the Montpelier squad with 1056 points. lndividual school points were Mont- pelier SZZW, Bryan 4815, Wauseon 44, Defiance 28, Liberty Center 2456, Na- poleon 1952. Summary of events: 120 High Hurdles: Connolly CMD, Miller CBD, Ely CMD, Silcox CBD, swin- bricker CXVD. Time 16.7. 100 Yard Dash: Conrad CLCD, Min- nich CND, Dreher CBD, Kline CBD, Moore ClVlD. Time 10.8. Page 83 Shotput: Minnich CND, Miller CBD, Conrad CLCD, Storrer CMD, Shaw CWD. Distance 41 feet, inch. Mile: Seigneur CWD, Farison CND, Echler CMD, Hill CMD, Bansbach Time 4:45.4. Half-mile Relay: Dehance, Montpelier, Bryan, Xvauseon, Liberty Center. Time 1:38. Discus: Storrer CMD, Harris CDD, Kel- ler CXVD, Merilett CWD, Tyler CMD. Distance 126 feet, 1'Q inches. 440: Kline CBD, Dietrich CMD, Pixler CDD, Mclntosh Time .5S. Pole Vault: Rex CDD, Shaffer CXVD, Hillard CMD, Keller CWD, Hoyt CLCD and Brown CMD. Height 11 feet, 3 inches. 220 Low Hurdles: Dreher CBD, R. Hoffman CBD, Connolly CMD, Mick CMD, Xvatliins Time 27.4. 880 Run: Keller CWD, Griteman CLCD, Seigneur CXVD, lillis CBD, Bran- nan CMD. Time 2:08. 220 Dash: Conrad CLCD, McKeen CDD, Ely CNID and Kline D. Sei- ple CDD. Time .24. High Jump: Tyler CMD and Miller CBD, tied for first: Connolly CMD, Rob- ison and Miller CXVD and Minnich CND, tied for third. Height S feet, 6 inches. Mile Relay: Dietrich, Moore, Storrer, Yarger CMD, nrst: Bryan, Dehance, Wauseon and Liberty Center. Broad Jump: Shaffer CXVD, Minnich CND, Tyler CMD, Rex CDD. Distance 19 feet, 7 inches. 1945 N. NV. O. L. CHAMPIONS The local Montpelier thin-clads, under the direction of a new coach, enjoyed another track season. Coach Sam Owens did a fine job in leading our boys up and down the cinder path to victory. The Montpelier thinlies witnessed an early starting season with more than fifty boys reporting-this being a great asset in the winning of our meets. Track, like other sports, has proven valuable in the training of our boys for the future. It builds up the individual to a strong physical environment. Now, as many of our boys are leaving for the armed forces in the near future, our days on the cinder path will prove to be useful to us. INTER-CLASS MEET April 8, 1943 Pole Vault - R. Brown lst, Carpenter 2nd, Reese 3rd. Shot Put - Carpenter lst, Tyler 2nd, Storrer 3rd. l20 High Hurdle - Connolly lst, Ely 2nd, Reese 3rd, 100 Yard Dash - Connolly lst, Deitz, 2nd, Ely 3rd. Mile Run-Echler lst, Hill 2nd, Bran- non 3rd. Discus - Tyler lst, Storrer 2nd, Car- penter 3rd. High Jump - Tyler lst, Ely-Brown- Carpenter 3rd. 880 Yard Relay-Senior-Freshman. 440 Yard Dash - Ely lst, Reese 2nd, Hart 3rd. Broad jump - Ely lst, Tyler 2nd, Con- nolly 3rd. 220 Low Hurdles - Connolly lst, Ely 2nd, Brown 3rd, 880 Yard Run - Hill lst, Brannon 2nd, Bible 3rd, RELAY TEAM Miller Storrer Stambaugh Dietrich Pag -Wayne Dietrich 220 Yard Dash - Ely lst, Connolly 2nd, Dietz Srd. Mile Relay - Senior- Freshman lst. Final Scores - Sophomores-Juniors 81, Senirs-Freshmen 43. BRYAN AT BRYAN April 16, 1943 Pole Vault - R. Brown lst, Hillard 2nd, Reese 3rd. Shot Put - Storrer lst, Carpenter 2nd. 120 High Hurdles - Connolly 2nd, Ely 3rd. 100 Yard Dash - Dietz 3rd. Mile Run - Hill lst, Echler 2nd. Discus - Tyler lst, Storrer 2nd, Car- penter 3rd. High Jump - Connolly lst. 880 Yard Relay -- Montpelier lst, Ely, Dietz, Moore, Connolly. 440 Yard Dash - Dietrich 2nd. Broad Jump - Tyler lst. 220 Low Hurdles - Connolly 2nd. 880 Yard Run - Hill lst, Brannon 2nd. 220 Yard Dash - Ely lst. Mile Relay - Montpelier 2nd, Dietrich, Stambaugh, Miller ,Storrer. Final Scores, Montpeiler 7lM, Bryan 46W3. DELTA AND LIBERTY CENTER At Delta - April 22, 1943 Pole Vault - R. Brown 2nd, Hillard 3rd, Reese 4th. Shot Put - Tyler lst, Storrer 2nd, Car- penter 3rd. 120 High Hurdles - Connolly lst, Ely 2nd. 100 Yard Dash - Dietz, 2nd, Yarger Srd. Mile Run - Hill lst, Brannon 2nd. Discus -- Storrer lst, Tyler 2nd, Car- penter 4th, e84 High tlump - Tyler lst, Connolly ard, Carpenter 4th, 880 Yard Relay - Montpelier lst, Moore, lily, Dietz, Connolly. 440 Yard Dash - Dietrich 2nd, Stor- rer 4th, Broad Alunip - Tyler 1st, Carpenter 2nd. 220 Low Hurdles - Connolly 1st, Yar- ger 3rd. 880 Yard Run -Hill lst. 220 Yard Dash - lily Znd, Dietz Brd. Mile Relay - Montpelier 2nd, Dietrich, Miller, Stambaugh, Storrer. lfinal Scores - Montpelier 93, De'ta 32, Liberty Center 2 S. WAUSEON AT WAUSEON April 29, 1943 Pole Vault - Reese 3rd, Shot Put - Storrer lst, Tyler 2nd, Car' penter 3rd. 120 High Hurdles - Connolly lst, lily 2nd. 100 Yard Dash -- Moore 2nd, Dietl 3rd, Mile Run - Hill 2nd, Iichler Brd. Discus - Storrer lst, Tyler 2nd. High lump -- Tyle 1st, Connolly 2nd, Hillard Brd. 880 Yard Relay --- Nlontpglier 1st, Fly, Dietz, Moore, Connolly. 440 Yard Dash - Dietrich lst, Miller 3rd, Broad lump -- Tyler lst, Ely 2nd, Lam- berson ird. 220 Lod Hurdles - Connolly 1st, Nlicls, lrd. 880 Yard Run - Brannon 2nd, Hill ird. 220 Yard Dash - lily 3rd. Mile Relay - Not run. lfinal Scores - Montpelier 67112, XVau- seon 45 215. 1 THIN CLADS PLACE 5th IN DISTRICT TOURNEY l Montpelier's track squad, fresh from its Friday night league victory, captured fifth place in the Northwestern Ohio dis- trict meet at Bowling Green Saturday. TheOwens boys won five points in hye events. Toledo DeVilbiss won the meet with 65 points, Toledo White was second with 42, Bowling Green 26g Lima Cen- tral 22g Montpelier 16g Bryan 145 XX au- seon 12g Liyerty Center 11, Delta won hrst in the Class B events. Knapp of Delta set a new record for the S80 by running it in 2 minutes, 7.4 sec- onds. lfor Montpelier Connolly toolt third and lily fourth in the high hurdlesg Stor- rer third and Tyler hfth in discus, Tyler third in high jumpg and both relay teams placed fourth in each event. Page NS INTRA-MUR Al. BASKETBALL in glinecht, Butzin, Krischer, Dietz, Bible, Heller, Wfilliam. Froni4Ely. INTRAMURAL The Basketball season of 43', was for the most part a full and glorious accomplishment for the varsity of M. H. S. Along with this we must have our intramural squads. This year the intra- mural teams showed great prospects to in- Slumling in Bu4'kgm.'f11il-ll. Dietrich, C. Dilwoi-th, N. Snow, D Pushee, H. Krisher, D. Yarger. Ou lffoorgliob Darr, Richard Snow, Marlin Mansfield, Dale Pushee. Frm' Gro111zil4Dem'er Yarger, Leland Gunn. Brief: Gron11if- Llmer Dietrich, Edward XVhitney, Marlin Mansfield, john Ioisher, Dale Pushee, liamld Kreischer, Robert Darr, Noi'- man Snow. sure our high school of big opportunities for the season of i'44.,' The team that came through with flying colors was coached by Bog Ely, a veteran of our varsity squad. The boys, Bob Heller, Hal Dietz, Dick Knecht, Jerry Childrers, Don Butzen, Dick Williains and XVick Bible losing only two of their scheduled eight games, displayed brilliant teamwork, ability, and sportsmanship in their con- tests. This is something that M. H. S. athletes are noted for, and it really means more than the win- ning or losing of a game. The Victorious team received gold medals for their well earned reward. Rog coached his team with all understanding and feeling that any coach would show for his team. His team went under the name of Michigan. The teams and their coaches were: Ohio State was coached by Bill Priest, Jefferson Tech was under the management of Max Reese, Dick Brannan had the care of the Sea Hawks, Notre Dame was Val Connolly's team, Buzz Carpenter took the head seat of Georgia, Indiana was managed by Bob Storrer, Ronnie Brown had charge of Great Lakes, and Texas was under the vigilance of Hal Stambaugh. -Dick Tingle BOXING Leff in Kigl1lfM.insiield, Dietrich, Snow, Dilworth, Cum Yarger, Darr. Ready for the Pyramids or a Tumble Page S 6 GIRLS ENIOY INTRAMURAL SPORTS BUILD TODAY FOR THINGS OF TOMORROW Woiiien have taken their places along side of the men in uniforms and in defense plants. This goes to prove that everyone should be physically lit. From the Physical Education classes of today will come the women leaders of tomorrow. Physical Education classes and all extra aca tivities help to make an individual cooperative with his fellow men, and also help make healthy minds, as well as healthy bodies. A great deal of time is spent in making this possible. The idea of the the gym classes is to make an individual able to stand on his own feet as well as to be of assistance to others. Our Leaderf' Miss Naylor, has given much help and effort to make all our girls physically Et for their part in the leadership of tomorrow. -Helen Long PHYSICAL EDUCATION BUILDS FOR THE FUTURE Everywhere young women are taking men's places in industry, thus their minds and bodies have to be healthy and strong to be able to suc- ceed in their efforts. The Physical Education classes of today in- clude many sports, the most important of these being basketball and volleyball. These activities help to build and strengthen the mind and body. F Dancing is being taught to help the students in their social life. It has helped very much during the school year and will also help in the future. All in all, Physical Education is the basis of our health. It is necessary for everyone to take it, to do our part in winning the war. -Marjorie Haase . ,44-l I Iff! lo Iiiglfigll llepker, R. Lock, B, Head- ley, Nl. Shaffer, l.. ltleller, R. Todd, ll. Long, I. , Rue, Mansfield, IS. Llritclilield, A. Kumnick, A. Sclielling, P. Parnliam, D. Nwillis. E Techniques in Basketball Guarding V Aesthetic Dancing lhevelops Poise and Carria e 'ZWUW' Page 87 i I , ,YYY WY, A ., , M., , ,W ,E , .Y Y ...E ,,,,,..J I 1. '-W Ni.:-41.55 4' . . 1l,g:,,JA. -N '- V , I 3 w Sf-,fgf5 cmzvg 'il 1:5 - ,nz lg 'fig X ' Q 5. 0 Tfi- ' E SX . Q. . - 'KQV -E i K Hugs: 3 gf 1-.-1 if X Q f ji- 5 W. Qi Y - Foofmu 5 X Nw- -ff ,, ure .ws Nc ff ' YZHZZZIHI llllil fMlW WWA.. W V -QKAWN by B-B DARK .. DESIGNED BX DEMLR vang, V 14if1gpr-fip xfrufvguy No C0ll'IIJl'0llIiXt' wifly Satan Coach Owvnx :tml Hill Bark wall g1lllI'lIIfl1g Rmdy for Hof ball Page 88 MARCH OF TIME BOY'S PICTURE DAY When picture day comes 'round clch year, We're notified real quick, To be sure to come to school next day, With hair combed straight and slick, We must wear ties and we must wear coats, And tie pins to be sure, And we must have a face and wear a smile, So the picture will not blur. No mention made of pants, or belts, Or socks, or shoes, or feet, Without these items you'll agree - We'd be quite incomplete. -David Henry Page 8 9 SOCIAL HIGH LIGHTS Krisher, lflson, Falco, Harmon, Perkins, Knepper, Dcliroif, W'elsh The social whirl of our Montpelier High School did not wait to begin after all the new stu- dents were acquainted, but rather started imme- diately after school began, September 2, 1942, and settled down to a steady routine of our many social functions. Initiation for New F.H.A.'ers An initiation of new members and a potluck were held in the Home Economics room, Septem- ber 8. First degree awards were presented to the girls who had fulfilled their work. Fun-Mud-Hay Ride On a muddy, rainy night last Ocotober, two wagons loaded with students made their way, with everyone pushing them out of the mud occasion- ally, to a huge bonfire where there were many hot- dogs, buns, marshmallows, and jugs of cider wait- ing. After several games and many songs, the stu- dents were brought back to the school house, muddy but glowing with happiness. Mothers and Fathers Declare a Holiday Our mothers and fathers turned the tables on us, or rather, we cooked and served them a delicious dinner at their annual banquet. lt offered an excellent optortunity for the teachers and par- ents to become acquainted, and to discuss their mutual problems-the students. l3eGrofl, Perkins, Falco, Krisher Run Boys-Sadie Hawkins Dance Our gymnasium was transformed into a ver- sion of Don Patchv November 7. The students were disguised as Daisy Mae and Lil, Abner. The fellows looked like overstuffed gardens with their corsages of vegetables. Wie were ready for food when the delicious refreshments were served after all our dancing and playing of games. Faculty is Host to Board of Education Our teachers and members of the board of education rolled away the weight of the years last january 21 and again became students at their annual banquet. They were led in the sing- ing of their favorite school songs by Mr. and Mrs. Kannel. The past was recaptured for a few short hours. Shure and by Gore the Irish Reign Again lt's a great day for the irish was typical of the party held for the J. H. A. members. Every- Cole - Defi roff thing was green, including the decorations and dresses of the students. Of course, the refresh- ments were the highlight of the evening, along with the dancing and chatting. Brazil and Our Other Good Neighbors Is Theme of Iunior and Senior Prorn XVe were ushered to our tables with a dazed feeling of unreality as we gazed upon the beautiful decorations which transformed our gymnasium into a palace in which we felt like queens and kings. The decorations of flags of our many allies, and the beautiful scenery, made us realize more than ever the strife and confusion of our world, and the job that is waiting for us as we take our place in the world. The banquet was wonderful, Juniors, the food wos delicious, the music and entertainment grand. May you have a banquet as beautiful next year. -Virginia Cole, Society Editor Page 90 BRAIN MASTERS BRAWNH 'Mid torrents and controversies, each high school graduate is apt to be confused as to the path to success. More so now than ever before is this the truth, because of the many tasks and duties wait- ing to be accomplished: it is hard for the graduate to see clearly through the fog. Very difficult to see is the fa ll ' ict t at we do not live for today, but for tomorrow. Perhaps now the need of education seems d' l 1 ' 1m ant far away, but when the FDISES and gray of war depart, education will be like a beacon light clearing the horizon. Those who have caught the glimmer of this light through the dark war cloud tempting to reach the origin of its glow. S HFC DOW Zif- Bowling Green University, Bowling Green, Ohio: Ann Rothenburger, Jeannette Trautman L . aurctta Bell Brown, Helen Jump, Arlene Fisheri ,. .. .. . Defiance College, Defiance, Ohio: Betty Manslield. DePauw Music College, Greencastle, Indiana, Francis Jean Guillinger. Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Michigan: Mar-- garet Ida Stainthorpe. International Business College, Fort Wayxie, Indiana: Bonnie Belle King, Marjory Young. MacMurray College for XVomen, Jacksonville, Illinois: Doris Doenges. Mundelein College, Chicago, Illinois: Patricia Ferguson. Robinxvood Hospital, Toledo, Ohio: Willene Headley. Lindenwood College, St. Charles, Missouri: Gwen Smith. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich- igan: Richard Hall. -Norma Jean XVatts I ii -31 -.3 ie' I siiltlff. . ' .iw 4 as ' i V, ..., ng-....... ,. 4 l i Top--Eleanor Krisher. Ag Students at W k. Rh: l or ytim Makers. Middlefscrap Heap. Milk Period. More Scrap. BottomYPledge of Allegiance. juniors Getting Ready for Banquet. The Jeeps, Hillard, Dietz, Nuttei Page 91 'fa Fm x:1H 'i f'f Un bmi. mail Page 92 Walsting Time Dick Tin 11 P' Alcorn - C 3, e, msstter OITll11CI1f1'ltO1' All Dressed Up Wfgliting f Wfhere Soldiers Are or Signals xoger and His Pal Made Nick, the Stuedrits' Friend Wctoty, Wctoty is g az fry Our great objective must be to get rid of misery and insecurity, to give universal education arid universal lwdwledge, to teacla an untbinkiug world that it is imposf sible forlone nation to advance wbilevauotloer lives iri de- pravity. Yes, we must jiglat, ,lest 'Tbe Four Freedouisv perish from the eartla. ' --Peg Edwards r , Page 93 THEY HAVE MADE THE SUPREME SACRIFICE FOR THE FOUR FREEDOMSH RICHARD MILLER LA VERN TINGLE Killed in aero ane cra sing on transoceanic flight. P1 Sh RICHARD GABRIEL DONALD DAVIS M1SS1ng ln 3CtlOrl. Qaptlve 1n Germany. P 4 THEY GAVE US FIRST HAND KNGWLEDGE From the viewpoint of our boys, the most satisfying bits of information concerning life in the armed forces come from members of our Alumni who were back on furlough and took time and energy to give the fellows first hand knowledge of what was to be expected in different branches of the service. The following have had an opportunity to visit with us and demonstrate war tactics. Wilbur Thomas, Gene Kosier, Junior Sapp, Tom Prosser, Clifford Darr, Harold Starr, Orly Mixter, Rolland Lattanner, Robert Changnon, W. Coons of Pioneer and Miss Critchfield. We are indeed grateful for the pre-views given by those who have preceded us, and assure them that nothing has been more timely and appropriate than these glimpses behind the scenes. FROM CAPS AND GOWNS TO UNIFORMS AND WEAPONS fDc'1izfe1'ezf af Senior Farewell Axserfzblyj The Senior class of 43', isn't different from other classes of other years, but our class, especial- ly the boys, have already started along their path of the near future. This path was not selected by the individual himself, it was pointed out for him by the local draft board. Although the chances for success appear much slimmer as a member of our armed forces, I believe they are much greater than those offered in the past years. What more could an American want other than a chance to protect his home and country. To prove my point I refer you to Val Connolly, our president. He is still in school, yet he is a member of the Navy. Nearly any Senior boy can give you the facts of his quick change from Senior in high school to I-A in the Army. It's all very simple and quick, a few days ago they received a most persistent invitation to come to Bryan, not to the school or courthouse either, but to Local Board No. 1. Soon after arriving we found that Uncle Sam was exceedingly anxious to gather around his 18-year-old nephews. Before we even entered the place we knew we would come out either 4-F or 1-A, and were somewhat disturbed over the possibility of becoming a 4-F, but after we left we were thoroughly convinced that only wheel-chair occupants and granddads ever approached the class of 4-F. All this business of questionnaires and phys- icals and this and that seems somewhat perplexing to boys who considered the war something to worry about when we grow up. But as it is the only path to the future offered we shall pursue it to a successful end as would any true American. Page 9 5 Undoubtedly the present Junior class will follow in our steps and the Sophomores in theirs till we all dominate the land of the rising sun. I can only say that we Seniors are proud to lead the way from graduation to Victory! So that in years to come, for graduates, it will not be from caps and gowns to uniforms and weapons! -Denver Yarger THE AMERICAN WAY Freedom, justice and liberty for all, We practice these each day. Free to go swimming, hiking, and playing ball, That is the American Way. Our brothers, uncles, fathers, cousins, are going to warg Each and every day, So that we might save our nation for The American Way. Wfe fight our way through thick and thin, And work and play each day, Wfe pray to God, that we might win - This is the American Way. And when we win this warn All the critics say, That there'll be a better world forevermore. That's the American Way. -Laurence Van Fossen UNITED STATES IN WORLD WAR II We know what is meant by war Cause it takes both homes and lives, Since we d0n't want it near our doors We're making more than one sacrifice. The boys are Hghting for you and me Some on land and some on sea, So buy war bonds and stamps, make it a practice, This will be a way to wallop the axis. one that started this noise Hitler's the It'll only be won with the aid of American boys. It was more land he wanted to get But he hasn't enough as yet. He puts his people out to fight While he keeps hid out of sight. Italy joined, thinking they were big and bold And to help Hitler get land which to hold. Then along came the Rising Sun To attack us when our boys weren't lookin'. lt,s good to hear the purring of plane motors But there they leave bombs as they go over. There are more Doolittles to go To leave expensive presents in Tokio. If America will Praise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition The boys will put the axis in a terrible condition. At night the search lights are flashing And the guns of all sizes are clashing, And with bombs bursting in air Will mean trouble for the enemy's there. The roaring of motors come out of the sky And all kinds of American sons, With the aid of all the guns and tanks We'll be proud of the American Yanks. The Navy's made from Admirals to Barbers We'll always remember Pearl Harbor, We hope our thousands of Blue jackets Will sink or do away with the axis. The Marines are called Leathernecks.,' They do their jobs good in every respect, For they fight on land and sea In order to preserve our liberties. Let's hll the hangars with Hghting planes Then open wide the hangers doors, To have the axis set aflame By the United States Air Force. These men gave up their jobs and fun ln order to try to keep our American freedom. Then to make a sacrifice, thus To give their lives to save the rest of us. When this noise is over and done We want them to have sunk the Rising Sun, And we'll keep the great ocean top While at the bottom, 'we'll let them drop. And our boys in the services can proudly say That they have won another victory for the USA. These men are all so tried and true But more is needed to keep the Red, White and Blue The Dove of Peace is a symbol of our country So let's hope and pray These are fighters coming to conquer or to die. America has well trained regiments On battlefields they do the job for which they were SCI1t. The Army's made of tanks and guns, That Old Glory will forever wave, Over the land of the free And the home of the brave --By Calberiur Bible ALUMNI IN ARMED SERVICE Bday 1,1943 By Catherine Bible and Bea DeGroff CSome names may be omitted because records we 1942 Wesley Lamberson-Pvt.-Camp Croft, S. C. Richard Johnston-S2fC-Care Postmaster, San Francisco, Calif. W'alter Bauer-Pvt.-Camp Croft, S. C. Charles Bratton-Pvt.-Camp Butner, Ala. Richard Byers-Navy-Great Lakes, Ill. Jerry Chappell-Navy-Great Lakes, lll. Richard Gee-Pvt.-Ft. Lewis, Wash. Harold Gunn-Pvt.-Army-Camp Grant, lll. Franklin Hoffman, Jr.-Army. Ralph Huber-Pfc.-Army-Ft. Eustis, Va. Gene Koiser-S 2fC-Navy-Care Postmaster New York. john Krill-Army. John Locy, Jr.-Pvt.-Camp Perry, Ohio. Chester McKarns-Pfc.-Army-Scott Field, lll. Mayroe Michael-Pvt.-Army-Camp Gordon, Ga. Donald Miller--Pvt.-Ft. Sill, Okla. Warren Nolin-Pvt.-Seymour Johnson Field, N. C. Wayne Pike-U. S. Naval Reserves. Richard Plouck-Army Air Corps. Thomas Prosser-Navy-Great Lakes, Ill, Ted Roberts-'S2fC-Navy-Navy Pier, Chicago, Ill. Charles Sears-Pvt.-Camp Bowie, Texas. Earl Shankster-Pvt.-Camy Gordon, Ga. Tom Cole-Pvt.-Camp Blanding, Fla. Ted Vinal-Army--Canada. 1941 Dennis C. Bible-S Zfc--Navy Pier, Chicago, lll. George M. Bible-Pvt.-Armye-South Pacific. Howard Bradley-Army Air Corps-Alliance, Neb. David Carrott-kNavy-Care Postmaster San Francisco, C Wayne Churchman-Cpl.-Camp Phillips, Kansas. alif. re not available of all Alumni in service., Carylton Cook-Army Air Corps-England. Harley J. Deisler-Pfc.-Chanute Field, lll. Warren Fisher-Army Air Corps-Pfc.-Chicago, Ill. Joe Griffith-Pfc.--St. Petersburg, Fla. Leland Haines-Pvt.-Camp Lee, Va. Robert Handy-Great Lakes, Ill. Robert Hart-Pvt.-Camp Gordon, Ga. Cleo Hepker-Pfc.-Camp Van Dorn, Mississippi. Richard Kerr-Pvt.+Camp Elliott, San Diego, Calif. Lamar Lee Kutler-U. S. Marine Corps-Care Fleet San Francisco, California. Charles Lowry-Army Air Corps-Tuskegee, Ala. Sherman Mercer-Pvt.-Ft. George Wright, Wash. Robert Miller-Pvt.-Traux Field, Madison, Wis. Kent Pittcnger-Navy-Great Lakes, Ill. Russel Priest-Pvt.-Camp Croft, S. C. Herbert Rockey-Pvt.-Camp Edwards, Mass. Eugene Sapp-Pvt.-Tucson, Ariz. Bill Sayers-Pvt.-Calp Swift, Texas, Army. Robert Shepard-Pvt.-Marine Barracks-Quantieo, Va. Orville Strawser-Pvt.--Bradley Field. Conn. ,loc SummersjPfc.-Sioux Falls, S. Dakota. William W'allace-Sgt.-Alamagordo, N. Mex. Robert W'eidner-Pfc.-Cameron College, Lawton, Okla Randolph White-Pvt.--Marines-San Diego, Calif. Willard Allen-Norfolk Naval Hospital, Norfolk, Va Joe Allen-Navy Air Corps. Rolland Lattanner--Navy-Great Lakes, Ill. John Childers-Navy Air Corps. Richard Clark-Pvt.-Fort Devons, Mass. Hal CookfPvt.-Venice, Fla. Postmaster Lee Powers-Pvt.-San Antonio, TexasfArmy Air Corps. James Stahl-Navy-Great Lakes, lll. Ray Jump-Cpl.+Care Postmaster Nashville, Tenn. Page 9 6 MEN IN ARMED SERVICE 1940 Frederick Bavin-Pvt.-Ft. Riley, Kansas. john Bloom-Navy-Great Lakes, Ill. james Brannan-Pvt.-Army. Walter Cameron-Pvt.4Clovis, N. Mex. James Coleman-Pvt.-Camp White, Oregon. Lewis Doughton-Pfc.-Camp Campbell, Ky. Mickey Falco-Pvt.-Camp Perry, Ohio. Tony Falco-Pfc.-San Fernando, Calif. Lee Henry-Pvt.-Clearwater, Fla.-Army Air Corps. William I-Iodson-Navy-Great Lakes, Ill. Daryl Knepper-Pfc.-'Camp White, Oregon. Wilmer Kollar-Pvt.-Camp Shelby, Mississippi. Orville Manley-Pfc.-Camp Perry, Ohio. Eldon Mocherman-Army. Harold Moor-Pvt.-Camp Crossville, Tenn. Carl Ruetz-Army. Kermit Schall-Navy. Burtan Shambarger-Army Air Corps-San Antonio, Texas. William Shatzer-Pvt.--LaCrane, Ohio. Charles Smith-Pvt.-Camp Gordon, Ga. Don Teeters--Pvt.-Camp Claiborne, La. Harold Thomas-2nd Lt.-Care Postmaster New York. LaVern Tingle-Army Air Corps-Deceased. Earnest Tressler-SZXC-Care Fleet Postmaster, San Francisco, Cal. Charles Varner-Navy-Assnit Band Master. Richard Weidner-Pvt.-Pmmpe Field, Ft. Braggs, N. C. james Zackrich-Pvt.-Navy-Great Lakes, Ill. Ralph Flinchbaugh-Navy. 1939 Dallas Brandt-North Africa. Max Brown-Pfc.-Care Postmaster New York. Frank Chapman-AfC-Iowa City, Iowa. Boyd Clark-Pvt.-Chanute Field, Rantoul, Ill. Robert Collif+Patterson Field, Colorado Springs, Vincent Cook-Corp.-Mines Field, Calif. George Copeland-Signal Corps-Mitchell Field, L. I., N. Y. Lamar Custar-Pvt.-Dayton, Ohio. Weldon Dukes-Army-California. Lewis Haines-Pvt.YGlasgow, Mont. James Herb.-Care Postmaster San Francisco, Calif. Loyal Lee-Pvt.-Barksdale Field, La. Hollis Lougheed-Navy-Care Postmaster San Francisco, Calif. Izlmer Lowery-Pvt.-Santa Maria, Calif. Kieth Plouck-Army. Darrel Thorp-Sgt.-Camp Atterburv, Ind. Earl Wallace-S2fC-Care Fleet Postmaster New York. Linden Ziegler-E. M. Sfc-Fleet Post Ofhce, San Francisco, Calif W'illis Headley--Army-Santa Monica, Calif. Bert Cameron-Navy Air Corps. 1938 David Barnhart-Army Air Corps-Pvt.-Lincoln, Neb. Nelson Bloom-Sheepshead Bay, New York4Merchant Marine. Guy Connolly-Pvt.-Army-Kearns, Utah. james Cox'-Wright Air Field, Dayton, Ohio. Kenneth Cunningham-Pfc.-Care Postmaster San Francisco, Cal. Donald Davis-Pvt.--Algeria, North Africa-Prisoner of Germans Kenneth Doenges-Pvt.-Ft. Sill, Okla. Wesley Jackson-Army Air Corps. George Jump-Ft. Bennings, Ca. Denver Lee-Army. Wayne Lougheed-Q. M. 3rd Class-Care Foreign Postoffice, San Francisco, California-Navy. Theo Manley-Army. Tony Pignataro-Pvt.-Syracuse Army Air Base-Syracuse, N. Y. Richard Rummel-Pvt.vArmy-Care Postmaster, Los Angeles, California. Carson Stickney-Pvt.-Army-Atlantic City, N. QI. Robert Stine-Army-Camp Santa Anita, Arcadia, Calif. Maurice Strayer-SfSgt.-Camp Crowder, Mo.-Army. Elbert Thompson-Care Postmaster New Yorkflkrmy. llames TrautmanfPvt.fhloore Field, Mission, Texas. Harry TressleriPvt.-Cochran Army Air Field, Macon, Ga. Archiel Yarger-Pvt.-Camp Claiborne, La. Eldon Hawkins-U. S. Service. Page 97 1937 Williani Barnhart-S Zfc-Navy-Miami, Fla. Robert Beach-Sgt.-Army-Columbus, Ohio. Thurlow Beck-Pvt.-New jersey-Army. Ronald Boyer-Sgt.-Army Air Corps-San Marcos, Texas. Bernard Brown-Pvt.-Army-New York, N. Y. Clifford Darr-Pvt.-Patterson, New jersey. Eugene Gordon-Pvt.--Army Overseas. Maurice Gregg-Navy. Carl Hendricks-Care Postmaster, New York--Army. Oscar Henry--TfSgt-Army Air Corps-Roswell, New Mex. Eugene Hershey-Army. Willis Hoadley-Staff Sgt.-Army. Harold McFann, jr.-Army. Keith Miller-Pfc.-Fort Devens, Mass.-Army. Orland Mixture-Marines-Cpl.-Lejeune, N. C. Leslie Pike-Pvt.-Army-Camp Clayann, La. Charles Rainey-Cpl.-Army Air Force-Great Britain. Rex Richmond-fPvt.-Army--Fort Lewis, Wfash. Reuben Sines-Sgt.-Aberdeen, Md. Victor Thorpe-Cpl.-La-Iunta Air Base-Lailunta, Calif. R. B. Tingle-S fC-Merchant Marine-Norfolk, Va. jack Weidner--T'fSgt.-Tresheld, Madison, Wisc. Vernon Weisenborn-Army. William Ziegler-Pvt.-Army-Vancover, Wash. 1936 Jack Luxan-Army-South Pacific. james Barnhart-Army. Eldon Bauer-Army-New Orleans, La. Robert Boone-Navy-San Diego, Calif. Robert Changnon-2nd Lt.gNorth Africa-Army Air Corps. Kenton DeilyiCpl.-iArmy-Camp Gruber, Okla. Williani Doughton-Pvt.-Camp Forrest, Tenn.-Army. John Hauck-Army Air Corps-Cherry Point, N. C. Robert I-Iarvey-lst Lt.-Army. Lester Huber-Pfc.-ArmyfNorth Africa. Clayton Kennedy-Camp Edwards, Mass. Clayton Manley-Army-Pvt.+Care Postmaster New York. Harold Starr-Cpl.-Army--Las Vegas, Calif. Lowell Wilkens-A. S.-Great Lakes, Ill. Norman Hoag4Army-South Pacific. 1935 Lyle Boyer-lst Lt.-New Orleans, La. Ben Carr-Pvt.-Army-Care Postmaster San Francisco, Calif. Harold Case-Sgt.-Army-Care Postmaster San Francisco, Calif. Robert ClaySArmy. Richard Foust-Navy-Phm. Bfc--Care Postmaster, San Fran- cisco, California. Richard Gabriele-Sgt.gCare Postmaster New York. Robert Holloway-Navy. Lyle Kirk+Navy-Care Fleet Postmaster, San Francisco, Calif. Richard Lett-T. M. ZXC-Navy-Care Fleet Postmaster San Francisco, California. Robert Seward-Navy. Paul Ziegler-Navy-San Francisco, California. Robert Luke-Army. 1934 Maurice Drake-Pvt.-ArmyvCamp Claiborne, La. Iiarnest Johanson-Army Air Corps-Texas. Hubert Kcllyw-Army. Burl Kirk-Army. Edwin Krill-Pvt.-Army-Pittsburg, California. Ross Messner--Army-Gewen Field, Boise, Idaho. Orville Scott-Army. Darrel Strayer-Army. Raymond Wilkins-Pvt.-Army Engineers, Canada. Kenneth Nelson-Army. 1933 Chester A. BiblefStaf'I Sgt.-Armyfhos Angeles, Calif. Clarence Blodgett-Army. Carmon Clay-Major-Army. MEN IN ARMED SERVICE Roe H. DeGroff-Cpl.-Care Postmaster Seattle, Wash. Don Neff-Af-Army Air Force-Atlas, Okla. lildon RaineygPfc.-Army. 1932 Richard Changnon-Pvt.-Camp Atterbury, Ind.fArmy. Otto Kieffer-Navy. Kenneth Kirk-Pvt.-Kellogg Field, Battle Creek, Mich. Richard Miller-Canadian Air Force-Lost in Pacific Keith Williams-Pfc.-Army-Camp Pickett, Va. 1931 Robert M. Foust-YNavyvOverseas. Robert Kiess-Fnsign-Navy-Cincinnati, Ohio. Cedric Montgomery-Navy-Pay Clerk-Norfolk, Va. 1930 Karl F. BavinfArmy. Robert Hurtf-Camp Bradford, Norfolk, Va.-Army. 1929 Robert Augustine-C. G.-Alameda, California, Hal Ansley-Army-Care Postmaster New York. 1928 Clarence Andrews-Pvt.--Camp Rlanding, Fla. George Hellervv-Army-San Luis Obispo, Calif. Merle Finch-Army 1927 Keith Meade-Army. 1926 Victor Dargitz-lst Lt.-Army-Hawaii. Gerald Lockhart+Pvt.-Buckley Field, Denver, Colo. XValter Tingle-Navy-S lfC-Buffalo, N. Y. 1925 George Beck4Great Lakes, Ill.-Navy. Iildon Anspaugh-Pvt. Del Valle, Army Air Base, Austin, Texas. james C. BellAArmy. Harold Drake-U. S. A. Reserve, Dartmouth College. 1924 Russel Beach-Pvt.w-Army-Care Postmaster San Francisco Calif. Williain Edyvean-Army. 1923 Leslie Coldsnow-Army-Capt.-Camp Cooke, Calif. 1922 Hershel Il. Dean-Navy-Care Postmaster San Francisco Calif. 1919 William Shinn-Army. 1918 Edwin Xvalters--lst Vyorld War-Znd W'orld Xvar. 1917 Cecil Stickney-Navy. TOGETHER WE SERVE Our schools have been busy centers this year, not only in the output of knowledge, but in promoting the various defense projects planned by the government. We have done well our part in this work and have become victors in many of the drives. Early in the year the senior class conducted a series of broadcasts to keep up the morale and spirit of the students. These were all of a patriotic nature and kept the fires of intrest burning until the scrap drives began. A house-to-house canvass was made for scrap metals after publicity bulletins and posters had Four Buses Transport Rural Students. been distributed. The proceeds were most gratify-- ing and a keen interest was manifest during the drive. We had a bond booth in the school, where students daily purchased stamps and bonds. The Girl Reserves collected silk hosiery and books, while the Seniors made a drive for tin which again netted a goodly sum. The last big drive was for heavy scrap, which at the time was being call- ed all over the country. This is merely a wee resume of our defense activities, but we say we have enjoyed them and trust that our efforts may be rewarded. -Dick Tingle Our Jolly Bus Drivers Page 98 HALT . . . MARCH! BYDICKTINGLE The boys have taken upon themselves a new challenge! In aeordance with the government rul- ing they have taken in their stride the military training now being offered in the high school. Under the supervision of Mr. Boucher, Mr. Owens, and Mr. Huffman, the soldiers of tomor- row have become quite prohcient in marching. However, marching is not the only event on the schedule the government has ordered. Calis- thenics every other day is also on the order. The boys are thoroughly enjoying this new physical fitness program. Not only do we march and exer- cise, but we have upon our school grounds a new commando course which was built by the boys themselves. The course is three hundred and ten feet long, with nine obstacles on it. The obstacles are not so easy as they might seem from just look- ing at them. Our fine athlete, Buzz Carpenter, holds the record for speeding over the course. His super time of 27.2 has not been equalled by any other boy. The speed is not considered so very important in our new program, it is the ability and toughness the government wants to impress deep in our minds. The boys in their new marching and exer- cising campaign are learning very quickly and it will be a great asset for most of our senior boys who will be leaving for the service of their coun- try almost as soon as they step out of our school with their diplomas in hand. The boys are proud to have been going to a school that furnishes op- portunity as well as training. In this day and age schools like M. H. S. are vitally important to our future success and livelihood. The work now de- pends immensely on the education of the younger generation who will be the fathers of tomorrow. 1 i , 2 l f 1 I 1 . a Soldiers in the Making. SCRAP AIN'T SCRAP HPARACHUTES ON THEIR NO MORE The numerous scrap drives of our Montpelier High School started on October 7, 1942, and con- tinued throughout our school year. We had six trucks to haul the scrap to our school building, where a representative of the Isaac junk Yard picked up the 15 tons of scrap that our Agriculture boys had gathered in and around our town. On March 10-15, 1945, the tin drive began with only one truck, but with the able support of 60 boys. They gathered five tons and purchased two bonds. Again, on April 19, 1943, a search began for heavy iron and steel in every nook and eranny in the city and on the farms. This seemed to clear the surplus junk from our territory, but we are sure there is much more if we will but look. -Arthur Woolf Page 99 WAY The Girl Reserves of Montpelier gathered enough hose to make two and one-half parachutes! One afternoon in March, the girls were each assigned a territory to cover. In a door-to-door canvass, they gathered 1,700 pairs of hose and 400 books. The books were sent to boys in service so that they might enjoy good reading. The girls gathered up more books and hose than were gathered in any other part of Williams County. Teams gathering the most were as follows: Hosiery: Gracilee Critchfield and Mina Chea- dle, 162 pairs, Marie Bavin, 128 pairs. Books: Lois Ann Heller and Nancy Rothen- burger, 34 books, Geraldine Greenman and Jane Grimes, 35 books. -Mary Welsh Beach Funeral Home anrl Flower Shop B O D E ' S CORRECT GLASSES Compliments of BOONE LUMBER . COMPANY Phone 5 Compliments of LOCKHART 6. KIZER The Store for Men Compliments Compliments of of MONTPELIER C A R R ' S CREAMERY C pl. t f Compliments of BROWN PHARMACY LEADER-ENTERPRISE Phone 36 Williams County's Fastest Growing Newspaper K I E S S IEWELRY STORE All Goods Engraved Free Compliments 0f COURTNEY QS SONS H A U S E VALVE co. Manufacturers Oil Well Pumps and Accessor MONTPELIER, OHIO Compliments Of A. I. BROWN CO. Compliments of KRUSELL DINER Hardware and Auto Accessor 1 . - . y. f -- City Appliance Store J. A. MARTIN, Prop. 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