Southeast High School - Crusader Yearbook (Kansas City, MO)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1944 volume:

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Publishd by the Students of SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL 1944 Um- ' - d 4h ' 44 CONTENTS MEMORIAL PAGE 1 PHOTOGRAPH OF SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL 2 TITLE PAGE 3 FOREWORD 5 PHOTOGRAPH OF SOUTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL 6 CREW {Adminhtrniiou) 7 Faculty 12 Librarians 14 Parent-Teacher Association 15 Round Table 16 GROUND CREW {Assistants) 19 CUB TRAINER (Freshmen) 25 Omitted Underclassmen 30 ADVANCED TRAINER (Sophomores) 31 TWO MOTORED PLANE (Juniors) 35 FLYING FORTRESS (Seniors) 41 Senior Business Committee 42 Senior Ballot 43 Senior Photographs 44 FORMATIONS (Clubs) 65 PLEASURE TRIPS (Entcrfmnwent) 77 Knightlites 78 Spring Play 80 MOTOR HUM (Music Department) 83 Orchestra and Band 84 Choir 86 FLIGHT LOG (Calendar) 89 A Senior ' s Diary 91 Crusader Staff 93 Tower Staff 94 COMBAT (Sports) 97 Football 98 Basketball 101 Cheer Leaders 1 04 Track 105 Golf 108 Girls ' Athletics 109 Boys ' Athletics 112 R. O. T. C. 115 Rifle Team 118 WITH THE ARMED FORCES 120 WAR ACTIVITIES 123 J ' rv i o FOREWORD The year 1943-44 will long be remeinbered as one of the great years f the Second World War. This year has seen the launching of heavy offenses by Allied troops ngainst the ruthless Axis powers. Many great Allied victories on the road to total victory have been achieved in the last few months. The demands of war have been felt by the students at Southeast as they joined in the work of the Victory Corps and the Junior Red Cross and in the purchase of war stamps and bonds. War has affected the study program of the upperclassmen. Some of our boys took the Army A- 12 or Navy V-12 examinations and have entered college under one of these programs. Realizing the importance of air power in the conflict, other boys, as well as some of our girls, entered the new course, aeronautics. They were thinking of the Peace that will inevitably follow and the air age which will come with it. Many are studying the Spanish language, looking forward to the day when they will fly, in a few short hours, between here and Mexico or South America. Both business and social relations with our neigh- boring Latin-American friends will be close then and a knowledge of their language most essential. It is to these farsighted people and others like them who believe that airplanes will endure past the present conflict and become mes- sengers of goodwill in peace rather than carriers of destruction in v.ar, that this book is dedicated. The school is a giant airfield. We see the freshmen as little trainer cub planes, while a senior is compared to a mighty flying fortress. Every plane must have a commanding officer and one to steer the plane, so Southeast has supreme leaders, Mr. Harry McMillan, our pilot, and Mr. George Powell, our co-pilot. How lost we would be without our navigators — the counselor, the office force, and the teachers — who chart our course through high school. The ground crew — hall guards, round table representatives, collectors and assistants to the nurse, to the librarians, and to the office force — keep us in good running order. And too, there are formations — the numerous clubs and organizations, and pleasure rides — talent as- semblies, plays, mixers, and Knightlites — which we greatly enjoy. Thus it is that Southeast fits into the pattern of a gigantic, forth- coming air age. i .v ' ur ©mnw PILOT Dear Seniors: Today ' s glorious civilization has been shaped by the contributions of great individuals whose discoveries and inventions have literally made a new earth. Night has been turned into day, time has been diminished, gravity has been conquered, places that were distant are now near, human wants have been increased and satisfied, and high standards of living are in evi- dence. Yes, because of great individuals, the masses of people have been released from the bond- age of the limitations of primitive life. In the past, covetousness of a reasonable financial return to the individual for an idea, in- vention, discovery, or organization was not characteristic of those benefited. Our representa- tive government has been quick to appreciate and recognize the benefits derived from the con- tributions of individuals. Protection and encouragement have been guaranteed through patents and copyrights. Today, signs indicate a trend toward a period in which the individual may be lost in the masses. Let ' s trust this trend is temporary, because the best thinking of gifted individuals is required to discover and put into practice the laws governing peace and good will among na- tions. Surely, when God made all things in the beginning, he made laws and principles whereby people may live in peace with each other. Seniors, be individuals! Make the earth better because you, too, have lived. Sincerely, Jla iAi McMdlan t y CO-PILOT GEORGE R. POWEtL VICE-PRINCIPAL ' .0 ' t EDDIE GLASSCOCK 6119 Agnes K.C.. Ma Dear Seniors: The best- wishes of the faculty and the students attend each Knight and Lady of South- east High School, as you set forth upon life ' s crusade. Like all the other gradiutes of these war years, you will be scattered widely over the face of the earth. We hope the tools of thought which you have acquired during your high school years will assist you in becoming one of the thinkers, upon whose leadership Victory in War, and Progress and Peace depend. May the enriched character which we now see in you as a promising bud break into full bloom during maturity and show all the attributes of good citizenship in a world com- munity. These attributes are: cooperation with the forces of good, courtesy out of regard for your fellowmen, industry in behalf of all that means progress, and honesty in thought and action. We hope that wherever you serve your fellowmen you will demonstrate good leadership in safeguarding the freedoms of democracy fostered in our beloved Republic. Sincerely, Q yic R. PcpiA eil NAVIGATORS The navigators whom we know as the counselor, registrar, secretary, and the faculty chart our course through four years of secondary education. Sometimes it is hard to take their advice, especially when we are flying blind, but they have had years of experience in navigation. Many a trainer cub and a flying f ortress, too, they have guided through storms. Miss Minnie Dingee, counselor, checks each student ' s pro- gram to see that he will have the required credits for gradua- tion. She arranges changes in programs and helps pupils get part-time work. Miss Dingee works especially with the seniors to insure their graduation and to arrange for some of them to take examinations for scholarships to colleges and universities. Miss Ruth Robinson and Miss Helen Wilkin, registrar and secretary respectively, handle the routine office work which keeps the machinery of the school working smoothly. Who can say just what teachers do for their students? Cer- tainly more than merely instructing them in what the books say. Perhaps it could be said that they, more than any others, instill the fundamentals of democracy in the next presidents, mayors, lawyers, stenographers, mothers, and fathers. What high school student has not heard his parents mention par- ticular teachers from whom they learned worthwhile lessons which have guided them through the years? Teachers are to be praised for their patience, perseverance, and faith in their pupils and in their abilities. They have taught them to temper the more serious things they learn in school with a keen sense of humor and bind the whole together with good sportsmanship and with love for fellowmen. lO ' W- o. MINNIE E. DINGEE COUNSELOR RUTH ROBINSON REGISTRAR HELEN WILKIN SECRETARY FACULTY ThirJ Rnu — Mathematics: Mrs. Kjthryn Roberts, Miss Mary Louise Ballinger, Mrs. Lcon.i Krcssc. Mr. Sidney Laslcy. Physical Education and R. O. T. C: Sergeant Willi.mi C ntrell. Mrs, ChjrU Vi ' ilson, Dr. Helen Perkins, Mr. Jess C. Cross. SiionJ R ' ju — Sen Nci;: Mr. Laurence Cooke, Miss Hester Towlcs, Mr. Walter See, Mr. John Laury, Mr. Elwood Shirling, Miss Claribel Woodward. FrNU Arts: Mr. Bcnjaman Markley, Miss Martha Abbott, Miss Maria Theresa Fetters, Mr. Laurence Nivins. FinI Row — Social Science: Mr. Emmctt Smith, Miss Mary Latshaw, Miss Rose McMaster, Mr. H. E. Hcinberg. Mr. Cecil Combe. 12 j) FACULTY Third Rou- — CoMMIRct: Miss Carlotta Cunning, Mr. M. M. Bills, Miss Dons Sliernun. Practical Arts: Mr. Claude Harman, Mr. Boyd Johnson, Miss Helen Howell, Mr. Anderson Long, Miss Mildred Wright. Second Ron— English: Miss Anna B. Shouse, Miss Hanna Bury, Miss Herberta Towner, Miss Maude Mueller, Miss Lucy B. Neville, Miss Mary Virginia Clarke, Miss Ethel Graham. First Row — Custodians: Mr. Harry Canary, Mr. Ed. Gould, Mr. A. C. Jones. Supervisor, Mr. Milton Boyd, Mr. Bill Stockton, Mr. Fred Laubscher. Elevator Operator: Mrs. Harold F. Jordan. 1} LIBRARIANS Through books, young people come to understand the tradition of our nation and to value the long struggle of their ancestors for freedom and opportunity for all people. Books also broaden their sympathies with people of other lands and cultures, thus making it possible for them to see this global war in proper perspective. Through reading they are preparing themselves to become builders of a free world. The librarians know that Southeast students will be prominent in the building of this free world, and endeavor to supply the literary vitamins. The library reflects the activities and assignments of every classroom from shop work to history. It supplements, aids, abets both teacher and student in preparation of lesson or thesis. It also suggests recrea- tional reading through special displays or personal suggestions of the librarians. The sun streaming through its southern windows all day and the soft colors of its murals depicting scenes from some of Mark Twain ' s books add their charms to this corner of our school where we can lose ourselves in the printed page. There is no frigate like a book to take us lands away. Sally Lljinc Dcichcragc Kathryn Hoffcr Marv B. Herbert Bcrdine Petri .Sirs. Louise Hibberc M PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION ThirJ Roil — Mrs. C. Foster, Mrs. 1. Link, Mrs. H. Stites, Mrs. L. Roach, .Mrs. 1,. Hunter, Mrs. A. Smiley, Mrs. E. Benson, Mrs. M. Nolte, Mrs. F. Nivins, Mrs. R. Johnson. Second Ron — Mrs. C. Durham, Mrs. H. McMillan, Mrs. C. Hill, Mrs. F. Yohn, Mrs. 1. Cox, Mrs. L. Bradford, Mrs. C. Paulson, Mrs. L. Hennessey, Mrs. F. Erhart. First Roil — Mrs. C. Andrew, Mrs. W. Dunn, Mrs. C. Tree, Mrs. E. Williams, Mrs. H. Blocker, Mrs. H. Saunders, Mrs. H. Pinkard, Mrs. R. Parkins, Mrs. F. Bannister. The year 1943-44 has brought to this organization a wealth of information concerning the new horizons opening before us as a result of the social revolu- tions in our own country and in that of our neighbors, both far and near. Carolyn Benton Cockefair, Assistant Director, Division of Field Service and Associate Professor of English at Central Missouri State Teachers College in Warrensburg, has given a series of lectures on World Problems under the following topics: (1) Tensions Brought About by War Conditions in Kansas City; (2) Racial Problems in America; (3) The Economic and Cultural Back- ground of the Peoples and Personalities of China, (4) Russia, (5) the British Empire, (6) Latin-America; and (7) World Peace. The hearty co-operation of the members of the Parent-Teacher Association has been inspiring and helpful to the Executive Board in carrying on its program of service to the community. We are proud of the Crusader ; its name and the spirit of the student body of Southeast High School challenge us, as parents and members of the Parent- Teacher Association, to strive for the welfare of all youth of every land. Southeast, we salute you and wish you well. Very sincerely, THE EXECUTIVE BOARD Mrs. Harold Blocker, President 15 SlOIiS ® IF IBIL A p.irt of democracy is the right of free speech and the right to petition. In this modern day of war and tyranny, it is more important than ever to preserve the democracy which our forefathers constructed so well for future Americans. Southeast students have the opportunity to watch democracy in action in their own South- east Round Table. Each home room elects a representative and an alternate to represent them at the meetings of the Round Table. These meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month. The representative is chosen not only for his willingness to serve, but for his ability and his dependability. The representative presents to the Round Table suggestions passed by a majority of the stu- dents in his home room. The suggestions are then voted upon, and, if they are approved by a majority of the members, they are taken to the principal for his approval or veto. Plans are then made to carry out the suggestions. The Round Table sponsors many of the school activities. It has encouraged the sale of war bonds and stamps and recently has sponsored the self-checking system in the library. It pre- sented a pageant on each day during American Education Week on .the following themes: VC ' ork, The Air Age, Peace, Health, and Service. The Round Table also sponsgred the send- ing of Christmas greetings to the service men who had attended Southeast High School. It has urged every student tD actice courtesy to a greater extent, not only at school, but at home and in the com ' munity. A campaign to improve the appearance of our school is now underway. The Round Table also has charge of the school mixers. Good crowds always attend these mixers, which are usually held after school from four until five o ' clock. It sponsored a foot- ball mixer for the boys on the first and second teams, and at this mixer, awards were pre- sented by Mr. Laurence Cooke. The Christmas mixer was a great success. Refreshments were served by the Hospitality Committee of the P.T.A. Mr. Fred Shelton, Mr. McMillan ' s brother- in-law, was the good-natured Santa Claus who visited the mixer. The Round Table also gave a Valentine mixer which was another success. Another activity of our Round Table is its participation in the All-City Student Council. Members of the Round Table serve with faculty members on the School Assembly Committee and on the Victory Corps Committee. The youth of today will be the citizens of tomorrow. The youth of our country are trained in the principles of democracy by such organizations as our Southeast Round Table. The stu- dents gain experience in speaking, knowledge of the right procedure in the conduct of busi- ness, and practice in thinking for themselves. The students of Southeast are typical American high school boys and girls and the Southeast Round Table is a typical American student or- ganization. It is in such students, experienced in democratic procedure by such organizations, that the hope of a peace-loving America and a peace-loving world lies. i€ Sixth Ktijy — jjiarles Kraft, Marilyn Ford, Barney Ricketts, Alissa Gallagher, Lee Davis, Helen Brizendine, Roger Almond, Ted Blocker, eorge Vi ' right. fiffh y F xpck McLaughlin, Barbara Markwell, Charlene Lambcrz, Rex Hoopes, Beverly Crane, DoTores Patch, PoUyann Andre tMaan Garr. fourth 7 aIi Jim Wright, Margaret Stratemeier, John Benson, Leon Roach. Dorothy Boone, ji an Tucker, Mildred Roach. r j Vf ' Row AflJack Gibby, Lee Davis. Jim Wright, Lawrence Rcddick, Frank Callah.in, Harriett Paulsim, Bob Sitter, David Smalley, Jimmy Johnston, Carl Haskins, Bill Vi ' hite. Second Row — Eddie Glasscock, George ' right, Dorla Eaten. Donna Lou Kelly, Richard Knott, Mary Rogers, Doris Clark, Miss Baltinger. First Row — Techla Scheidt, Mary Jane Gates, Nclda Kraus, Barbara Schwccheimer, Pat Young, Nellie Ann Angle. Betty Baker, Carol Grayson, Alma Cochran. 17 (m. M ' mw (gsinw 19 STUDENT LIBRARY ASSISTANTS This is a group of students who spend their study periods in the Hbrary, assisting the Hbrarians with the classics used by the EngUsh classes. In addition, there are four student pages. Their duties are to shelve books correctly, slip books, and letter the printing which has become illegible on the books. They do many other little tasks to keep the library looking neat. Their work in the library is interesting and they learn much about the maintenance of a library. rinl Row — Nellie Ann Angle, Betty Baker, Margaret Ball, Harriette Paulson. John Riggs, Ray Lylc, Ted Blocker, Ralph Trowcr, Frank Callahan. OFFICE ASSISTANTS The office assistants are junior and senior girls who have one free period and whose grades are kept on a high standard. Their duties are to assist Miss Robinson and Miss Wilkin by checking attendance, answering the telephone, operating the switchboard for calls to the various classrooms, and carrying messages. In fact, they assist wherever they are needed. hirst Row — Karoline Smith, Lucille P.ilis, Kathleen Hick ' ;, Geraldine Jones, Marie Ann Hurst, Margaret Stratemeier, Doris Jean R.iker, Helen Jo. Harrar. NURSE ' S ASSISTANTS These girls help Miss Mall, the school nurse, take care of students who come to the Health Center because of illness or slight injury. Their duties include: giving minor first aid, bed making, temperature taking, filing, and record work. They help with all routine work and assist when special tests or examinations are made. Finl Row — Patricia Uavie-. Wanda Phillips, Joan . lcLanc, Miss Oleda Mall, Lois Horn. 20 21 HALL GUARDS It is the duty of these students, during the third and fourth hours, to see that the high standards of Southeast are main- tained while students are passing through the halls. Miss Hester Towles is their sponsor. SrconJ R( tf — ' allacc Reed, James Johnson, Charles Loudon, Stanley X ' atson, Lee Davis, Rod Graham, Bob Painter, Virgil Bradshaw, Robert Wright. First Row — Paul Webb, Jim Mantel, Maxinc McMahan, Mary Jane Griffith, Miss Towles, Connie Mays, Margaret Stockton, Mable Black well, Carol Williamson, Beverly Crane. CAFETERIA ASSISTANTS These students gave their time and effort, for small com- pensation, to insure their fellow pupils competent service in the cafeteria. They clear the tables, stack dishes, and prepare the dining room for the next lunch group. Mr. Powell super- vises them. SicoitJ Rmv — H.ir()Id iicll, Fred Brower, Barney Rickctls, Leon Roacli, Bill Freeman, Marvin Nesbitt, Lloyd Mortimer, Clarence Sagascr, Herbert Peble -, Bill Hij ton. ELEVATOR OPERATORS The elevator operators are boys who volunteered to operate the elevator during their free periods. Because of a city or- dinance, the practice of having students run the elevator has been discontinued. First Kuw — Jimmy Smith, Leo Baggerly, Cyril Baucke, Karl Niewald, Barney Ricketts, Rex Hoopes, Howard Young. COLLECTORS The collectors are students chosen for their scholastic stand- ing, dependability, industry, and accuracy. They collect the money for school activities from the home rooms and turn it in to Mr. Bills who has charge of all school finances. SctonJ Ron — Aline Runklc, Charles Brislcy, Waunitta Mathews, Marilyn Ford, Gloria Patch, Lyia Bales. Dclcic Ann Bartow, Elaine Bra eal, June Van (iildcr. Firtt Row — Jack Conrad, George Peterson, Joanne Smith, Frances Merrill, Mary Jane Griffith, Allecn Armstrong, Mary Louise Watson, Mr. Bills. 3 y . Y9 iX i Jf Z =« « i € (gUIBITIIil aS IlIli, 25 Abend. Charles Ayron. Aileen AIUk ' i-. Annette AlU-man, Kodj er N. Allison, Virginia Alvis. Benny Arbogast. Gloria Armstrong, Betty Jean Atkin. W ' ilma Avers, Eddie Haitv. Kupene HahJwin. Don HaKiy, Xaomi lianjihart. Roger Clinton Barker. Clara H Tgs. James Bennett. Bob Benningfield. Sam Herr -, I ' ggy Bettes. Dolores KUdsne, Buddy Undker. Stanley Hulas, Roger Boolin, John Booy. Billy Boyd, Naomi June Boyles. Cullen Brandoni. Barbara Brazil. -Ann Briscoe. Betty Brnnson, Tommy Brown. I ' hyllis Brunk. Bob Butler. William Caffey, Donald Calvert. VAnn Jane Campbell, Helen Carlson. Jr. Carlson. Lenore Cashen, Helen Shirley Cates. Winona Mae Chapman. Jimmie Cheatham. Pauline Chiarelli. Lois Clark. Kathleen Clough, Mary Evalyn Cmhran, Alma Cdihran. Btltv Coggins. Carl Cole, Roy Conard, George Cope. Joyce Cordell. Carolyn Jane ( order, Mary Daniels. Patricia Yvonne Davis, Christine 1 Javis, Paul Davison. Barbara Itel-ajKirle. Marilyn Dennis, Bobby Dennis. Leonard Dietrich. Charles Douthat. Blossom M. Eaton. Dorla Dean 26 FRESHMEN Behold! the freshman. He may be compared to the smallest type of air craft, the luh fruincr. He is full of enthusiasm but possesses little power. A cub is a good name for him because he is just starting on his first cruise through a year of secondary education. As a cub trainer he will learn, through experience, the ways, customs, and ideals of his home base Southeast. He may crack up but he will come back fighting. A little fellow with big ideas for the future ' he. All power to the cub trainer. Eckstein. Ruth Eft, Robert Ellintt. Uunald Ells. Roy Erisman, Patsy Erisman. Shirley Ethetton. Marceline Ford. Joy Foster. Bob Fuqua. Barbara (iaar. Norman Ganser. Robert Gardner. Herbert Gaulke. Jo Ann George. Richard Gerken. Waneta Gibson. Gene Gish. Robert Glinn. Paul Gnadt. Richard Goodman. Leonard Gordon. Lois (iossett. Newton Graver. Joy Green, Rosalie Greenhaw. Donald Greenen.Geraldine Fadra Gross. Ann Groves. Harold Giierranl. Cecilia Hall. DeEtta Hall. Norma Jean Happy. Geraldine Harkins. Dan Harrenstien. Howard Harris. R. C. Hawkins, . nna Hawkins. Ed Hayward, Bill Hennessy. Sarah Henry, Thomas Hill.Marjorie Jo Hoat ' land. Mitchell liolloway. Robert Hopkins. Pat Hornbeck. Jean Hoskins. Carl Huff. Phil - i H 7 u i . Mi-rriman JitcubMin, Ru t•lI jtihn on, Janu ' S Jnllcy. Bi ' Uy Jane Jiiiio. Chark ' s Junf.s, Patsy J.iy. Dorothy Ilindricks, Dorothy Mae Ki-niiL-dy, Vera Lea Kimball. Mary Jo Kinder, Nellie Ann king. Car ' el Kloi)[)er, Xadine Kufhn, William Kraft. Jean Celia I.andrith, Wilma 1,1-rner, Renee Lewi- ' . Walter Lyle. Ray M. Lvnn, Patty M ' atev. Bill Maier, Alfred Major, Winifred Mann, Marilyn Jo Mantel, Joan Marksbury. Eugene Mar(iness. Shirley MLC:iIlum, Chas. Lester McCarth. Eileen McDonald. Shirley McGhee. Robert McGinnis. Marita McLaughlin, Billy McLoughlin. Ethel McMuUin. Lynn McNeil, Ben Ie eness, Marilvn Meyer, Mildred Millen. Marv Sue Miller, Ben Miller. Delor Miner. Beverly Joyce Iinniear, Bob Moore. Beverly Morgan. James Murri-h. Cynthia Mossinan. jane MiUiiitjoy, Prank Mountjoy. Jack Nelson. Carolyn Nichols. Phil Nict)Il. Irene Nnlte, Margaret O ' Connell. Joe Owen. Jewel Pack. Dick Palmer. Bob I ' rnce. Eldon D. Jr. iVnninglon. Darrell I ' lrn-noud. Alfred I ' cierv, Billy l ' rtrr en, Ruth IN-tre, Peccy I ' etly. Alberta Pelly. Dorothy Marie Phillips, Wanda Poe, Barbara Poteet. Charmaine Powell, Leroy Pucci. Jeanne Rainer. Dorothy Lee Ramsey. Richard 28 Rfcd. Clyde Reed, Thelma Redding. Foster Rennau, Betty Lou Reynolds. Shirley Rice, Joann Richly, Alan Richmond. Hyron Riggs, John Riley. Pauline Roach. Mildred Roberts. Ronald Rogers, Margaret RoUert, William Rowe, janies Ro Yland, Blaine Rubins, Richard Rucker, Wilma Audrey Russell. Glen Sanna, Catherine Schaffer. Peggy Scheldt, Techla Schwecheimer, Philip Seitter, Bob Sharpies, Jeanne Simpson, ' erna Smalley, Rhoads David Smart, Jeanette Smith, Betty Smith, Donald Smith, Doris Smith, Hazel Smith, Jack Smith. Julian Smith, Louis Souther, Xorma Soxman, Kenneth Spader. Harvey Spitler. Jimmy Spradling, Henry Stafford, Ethel Mac Stafford, Pat Stiegler, Bob Louis Stillman, Richard E. Stines, Molly Stirton, Billy Stirton, Don Stites, Janet Stockton. Joy Stone. Jewell Summerskill, Gordon Swetnam, Jo Ann Talbot. John Thompson, Marcia Thompson. Ruth Torrence, Margaret Tvedten, John Uzzell. Phyllis Waldrop, Jack Walkup. Paul Wallace, Mary Lea Weber. Richard White, Bill White. Shirley Whitehead, Bob Whize. Dick Williamson, Floyd Willoughby. Don Wilson. Everett Wiseman, Phyllis Marie Wright, Gloria Wright. Marjorie Sue ■ft ' J d Hn ' Ji QQir n oK ' ' Kjuz. y- ' 9 FRESHMEN Wulff. Jerry Vohn. Leslie ' ounK, Patricia - Zeh. Carl Geivett, Karl Viles. Billy OMITTED UNDERCLASSMEN Ralph Blinston Ruth Forbes Robert Marsh lack Martin Ralph Miller Marvel Myler Hunice Parks Pat Romeo Betty Tyson Charlotte Whitaker Marjorie ' hillock 1 rank Wright 30 C - 2-- - X 7 o ' -t_-- _- S (gll® is us niu 31 SOPHOMORES The sophomore, or adiauccd traiuvr is one step nearer his goal. He has just a Htcle more power and a certain superiority over the cub. He has flown the course for a year longer and has begun to make a place for himself. Admit slips, overtime, lunch lines, and sophisticated seniors are all old to him. Yes, the sophomore is beginning to show signs of knowing his way around. Adams, Kenzi! Alminana, Margaret Armstrong, Alleen Aihford, ' elma Baldwin, Mary Lou Hales. Lylia Barnett, Harold Barritt, George Bartow, Delcie Ann Bedell, Roscoe Bell, Irene Benedict, Julia Bewlev, Jeanne Bird. Fred Birmingham. Bernard Bolas, Jeanette Brazeat, Elaine Broyles, Robert Buchner, Lome Burk, Creighton Butler, George Garey. Joy Carlwight, Vivian Gater, Pauline Gates. Mary Jane Ghappeil, Howard Clark, Donna Clark. Uoris Clark. Howard Glark, ' elma C ' line. Warner Coleman, Diana Comer. Frances ' onrad. Jack V. iioperider. Xoel I ' v an, I atsy ox. Patricia Craig. Terence Grist. Joan Grismon. Bonnie Marie Dahlslrom, Mildred Darr. Shirley Davenport, Donald Davenport. Lillian Davis. Shirley Dene Dexter. Dick Dick. Jack Diehl. Shirley 3 Douthat, David DuKKer. Bob Kckeiiroed. Billy F.llk-Mt. Kleanar Elliott. Lfonard Elwick, Lawrence Etherton, Donna Mae Eubank. Bill Evans. Mary Sue Eveland, Verlyn Fatino. Donnie Finnell. Dorothy Flagler. Xorma Flannery, Ralph Frerking, Jean Gardner, Alice Gardner, Joe Gallcnby. Xorma Geivett, Leon Gibby. Gwen Gosman, John Gosney, Bill Grayson. Carol Greer, Mattie V. Gwin. Betty Harger, Patricia Harlan, Ronald Harton. Majel Hendley. Robert Henry, Harry Lee Henry, Robert Henry, Virginia Hensley, Dorothy Herzog. Doris Hessling. Raymond Higgins, Jim Hileman. Mary Belle Hill. Bob Hof. Margaret Louise Hunt. John Husband. Ray Berten Jennings. Dorothy Johnson. Dave Johnston, Kenneth Jones. Mar ' Lou Jordan. Harold Karbach, Doris Keele, Jean Keyes, William Robert Kraft, Richard Kraft, Jacob Paul Lanning, Ruth Lapides. Phyllis Laury, Frank Leathers, Dale Link, Thomas B. Lockwood. Joan Lucas, Ross Lutz. Bill Major. Miriam Mansour. Rose Marie Markwell. Barbara Martin, Billy Mason, Betty Jean McBride, Margaret McLane, Joanne McMillin. Margean Mickael, Betty Mielke, Millicent Miller. Shirley Ann Mills, Hazel Minshall. Betty Moles. Wayne Montgomery, Norma Jean Morasch, Frederick Mounljuy, Rill Morton. Klizabeth Morris. Myrna J. Kast. Conde Newsom, Donald Nicholas. Murrill Nicholson. Charmaine Nicoll. Ada Marie Nieman. Rita Niewald, Paul Nivens, Norma Oberjuergc. Don Ottaviano, Salvatore s. ' S.a Cl rife mm I ' aKc. I ' at I ' alnuT. Bob i ' ark. Sammy I ' arker, Barbara I ' atch, Gloria Paulson. Harriettc I ' cmbleton. Dale I ' inkard. Howard I ' olter, Jack I ' rinBlc. Jean Qui-iserl. Carl R. Kaskin. Leonard Kiddinx. James III Kobards. Doris Roberson. Rosie Rodd. ' irgioia Roc. Raymond Roedl. Donald Rolando. N ' orma Jean Rose. Helen Louise Roive. KIcanorc Rucker. Helen Ru.ssell. Roy ■Waller, George Scheldt, (lark . choen. Genevieve Seifert. Challcs SelvidKe. Gloria Silvey. Betty Lou jlvey. Jack ■Simpson, Joanne Sisk, Pat Slote. Burch mith. Bovce mith. Claude Smith, Frankie Marie Smith, Jackie Smith, Wayne Snyder. Bill Songer, Doris Stirton, Coylene Stephens, Clayton siressner, Ted Slnncberg. Lois Stiirkdale, Christine sturfieon, Donald S ' kes, Marv Taylor, Cecil Thomas. Betty Trent, ancy Tucker. Jo-.4nn LIricksen. Ann Wallace. Bill Ware. Don Watson, Barbara atson, Stanley Walscm. Mary Louise a nian. Bob Wcbli. .Mary Louise W.bb. Paul tt diner, Gordon Weinberg, J. R. W illiams, Arthur Williams, Juliene Williams. Maxine Williams, Paul «iKrin, Earl Winliin, Carol Uithey. Martha Lou Woodruff, Helen Frances Woofers. Allen Wray, Betty Wright, Robert Charles Wright. George Voung, Howard 34 V ' - ' (TP ' v r m mL ' -; ■.• .V.H ' ; ;. . ITW® M®!P®!I1I1© 1FJL  3!1 35 JUNIORS The tiio-motorcd plani the junior, has come into his own. He has developed the speed and wancuierahility natural to a larger plane, and he definitely knows his way around — or thinks he does. The two-motored plane frequently has motor trouble which will be overcome when he controls four motors as a senior. The junior is riding onward and upward. AUman, Rosaleen Andreasen. Herbert Andrew, Polly Ann Baker, Betty Anne Baker. Mansell Balsly. Xalalie Banister, Bonnie Bates. Betty Bauche, Cyril Ben«s. Joan Bell, Marfiarct Bell. I ' atty Ber«h. Harry Lee Berry. Wanda Beyer. Evelyn Bixnian, Charles BloikiT. Ted Hl . s..ni. Bob Bahl, ' irKinia Bi llin«er. Jack Biinar, Kenneth Borchardt. Bob liiisliin, Betty Bovles. Bettv Ilene Bradford. Betty Kn niianian. Alan |tri (inline. Helen llrmvii. Bcii ' Lou Brown, Louis Brownfield, Leon Btirn irth, irBinia ( td«;illiidrr. Richard C.ill.ihan. Frank arlcr, Francis CartwriKht, Colleen 3 Cast-bolt. Bob Chaffee. I ' aul Chiarelli. Irvin Chrib.ly. Bill Clark, Chase Claussen, Joan Cline, Raymond Cockrill. Bob Coit, Ronald Connet. Mel Cook, Ross Corpeny, Kleanora Joyce Cosentino. Minnie Cozad, Mary Cramer, Gordon Crosswhite.Bob Crowell. Xorma Crumni, Christine Darrah, Richard Davies, Patricia L. Davis, Lee Dawley, Dawley Dekker, Mary Lou De Lorenzi, Gene Dillenschneider, Lorenz Donahue, Edward Douiihty. Bill Dunkelberg. Helen Dunn, George Durham. Elaine Durham. Kenneth Eback. Bob Eckenroed. Lloyd Edwards, Wilma Eldridge, Irma Ellsberry, Kenneth Ernst, Mary Evans, Homer Evans, Kent Fasci. Betty A. Ferm, Carl Fesler, Majel Fields, Richard Fogel, Gertrude Forbes. Charles Ford. T. J. Forshay. Jacqueline Frazier. Shirlej- Ann Fretz, Doris Futvoye. Arnold Gattenby. Ralph D. Generaux, Doris Gerken. Dolores Gill. David V. Glasscock, Eddie Gossage, Jack i 37 J N ' Gould. Florence E. (Irass. Dorothy Gray. Betty Charlene Graybeal. James M. Greenen, Jack Gret-ntn. James Griffin. Paul itr Griffith. Mary Jane Gucrrant. Mary Gwin, June Haines. Guy Hall. Betty Haistead. John Hamm, Clara ine Harbolt. Claire Harkins, Jerry Harp. Doris Harrenslien. Marvin Harris, Charlotte Harvey. Dave Henderson, Helen Hensley. John Hightower, Mclba Hilburn. Martha Hill. Jacquelyn Hill. Laura Hill. Melvin Hirt, Joe HodRes, Alex Holmes. Olive Hci ' kins. Charles, Jr. HiiL ' hcs. James B. Hundley. Ruth Husband. Betty Jewett. Mary Ellen Johnson, Charles Johnston. James Jones, Marie Jones. Robert Kelly. Dona Lou KinR. Betty King, Pat KiuRcade. Vernon Kissee, Keith Kobelt. Bette Koehn, Norma Jean Lambertz. Charlene Landry, Helen Larson, Alice Leverton, Mildred Linck, E. C. Lindstrom, Inprid Livinpston. Dick Lloyd. Forrest Mailman. Betty Marsh, Robert 38 Martin, Marion Martin, Shirley Mathews, Waunitta McCIeary, Frances : IcDonald. Robert McLaughlin. Jack McMullin. Maxine Merrill, Frances Metcalf, Bob Milburn. Robert Millen. Jay Mills. Ronnie Moore, Jeanne Moreland. Bill Morgan, Mary Lou or is, Leslie Morris, Robert Mortimer. Lloyd Murphy, Bobby Murphy, William F. Myler, John Neitzert, Evelyn Newsom. Helen Lee Xiewald, Earl Paden. Marcus Palis, Lucille Palmer, Don Payne, Frank Payne, Willard Peterson. George Peterson. Richard Pittenger. Gerre Pitts, Gene Pringle. Betty Ragland, Peggy Rains, Dorothy Raisbeck, Stanley Randolph. Jerry Rap[i. Charles Reed, Wallace Rees. Russell Reynolds. Sue Riley, Bill Roach. Margaret Robins. Fanny Jo Rogers. Mary Rouse, Nancy Rowland. Frankie Runkle. Aline Rupert. Joan Rutherford. Harold Sade, Patsy Sagaser. Betty Said. Mary Anna Sappington. Roy Saunders. Rita 39 Mhiff. Itrrbcrt SJi..;i| . J.ihn Sciilvinan. Riiy Shiplfy. Ki-nnctli Shout. Franci ' S Smith. Jimmy Smith. Joanne ' inith, Lora Smith. Melvin H. Smith. Patsy Snodgrass. Lilburn Spader, Joyce Sianlt-y, Dona Stephens, Barbara Stigall. James Slrack, Don Strohmeyer, Leona Bell Sturgeon. Jack Subert. Shirlf ' SwearinKen. Shirley Thornton, liillie I hornton. Dean I in ley. ' ictor Iree. Helen rrower. Ralph L. ' an Gilder. June ance, Mary Franci ' S annice. Jim Vasterling. WiHard W ' ehner. Richard Welrh. Allen Weldon. Joanne Wells. Thyllis West. Bettv While. Donald Whitehead. John Wilcher. Kdith Joanne Wil her. Mary Williams. MarRit Williams, ratricia Wilson. Barbara Wilson. Robert Withey. Bob Wood. Bettv Wood, Billie Wulser. Jean Wyatt. Jack ounn. Bud 40 Vp X IFIL ' faM® IF®!ll ©Ii; 41 SENIOR BUSINESS COMMITTEE First Rou ' — John White, Bert Wescoat, Fred Brower, Barney Ricketts, Leon Roach, Jack Gibby, Jim Wright. Sfconj Rou — Dorothy Boone, Betty Burnham, Fleta Mae Scott, Margaret Stratemeier, Caroline Stevens, Pat VC ' hitc, Barbara Dick, Jimmie Hodges, Mary Smiley. This committee has the responsibility of planning the activities of the senior class for this school year. The committe3, elected by the Senior class, is composed of senior boys and girls who have shown themselves leaders. These committeemen decide upon the type of jewelry to be purchased, make arrangements for the purchase of commencement announcements, determine the graduation dress, select the class gift to be presented to the school, and supervise the senior assembly. The principal social events for the Seniors, held at the end of the year, are the Junior-Senior Prom, spon- sored by the Junior class, and the Senior Picnic, sponsored by the Parent-Teacher Association. The entire Senior Business Committee meets frequently to contribute ideas concerning the work of the com- mittee in general. However, there are sub-committees which meet for work on their special phase of business. These are: SOCIAL Jim V( ' rij;ht, Chairman Fred Brower Barbara Dick announcf:mknt Jack Gibby, Chairman Caroline Stevens Betty Burnham CO.VI.MFNCKMENT PROGRAM Clyde Bowles, Chairman Dallas Dunn Pat White PUBLICITY Mary Smiley, Chairman Rod Graham Barney Ricketts Jl Vi ' ll.RY Dorothy Boone, Chairman Marie Ann Hurst Leon Roach GIFT Jimmie Hodges, Chairman Marnaret Stratemeier Bert Wescoat URFSS John White, Chairman Fleta Mae Scott 4i SENIORS Hail the flying fortress. He has reached the real beginning of learning in the termina- tion of his flight through four years of secondary education. Graduation from high school will be merely a gateway to higher education, much of which can be gained only through experience. During his basic training in high school, the senior has acquired four important things: fundamental knowledge, experience in working harmoniously with others, a sense of humor, and a certain degree of dignity. These are the four motors which propel his life toward a successful and satis- fying career. In formations, combat, or in preparation of the flight log, the senior found an outlet for his interest in various things, interest which he may develop further as his flight through life continues. Pleasure rides gave him a chance to enjoy himself, and his par- ticipation in motor hum taught him to appreciate the finer things in life. The flying fortress has now laid the foundation for making his life what he wants it to be. The course from here on is his problem in navigation. Boy and Girl W ' tjo Hat Done tlic Moil for Soutljcait Jim Wright Margaret Stratcmeicr Bvs f Boy and Ghl Student Clyde Bowles Caroline Stevens Best Boy Actor Eugene Arnold Best Girl Actress Treva Ragl.md Best Boy and Girl AtlAetc Dwight Fricke Mary Kathryn Sto Jolly Good Boy and Girl Barney Ricketts Jinimlc Hodges Bean Bnnninel Bob Spaeth Belle Brummel Alissa Gallagher AI(;j Popular ho) an Girl Jack Gibby Alice Comer 43 f ROBERT ADAMS— He ' s a good guy. Member of Hi-Y and band; general membership of Victory Corps. Bob will attend Junior College to become a chemical engineer. NELLIE ANN ANGLE — Dark eyes, herself. Vice-president of Dracones; member of National Beta club and Girl Reserves; vice- president of home room; alternate to Round Table. Nellie was in an open house assembly and fashion show and has served as a library assistant. ANN APPEL — I ' m a woman of silent ways. Sergeant-at-arms of Golden Spurs; member of Girl Reserves, Art Club; vice-president of her home room. Ann hopes to become a commercial artist. DARRELL APPLE— Happy-go-lucky. Member of R. O. T. C, Lancers, National Rifle Association, Musketeers, rifle team; Knight- lites; Red Cross representative. He plans to join the Army Air Corps. EUGENE ARNOLD— Mild, yet he satisfies. Vice-president of Dra- cones, member of National Beta Club; treasurer of band and home room; Knightlites. He had a part in Don ' t Take My Penny and in open house plays. Eugene was winner of a speech award. BEVEFMY ATCHISON — All cuckoos are not in clocks. Secretary of Golden Spurs; treasurer of Girl Scouts; member of Centinelas and girl ' s chorus; Tower representative. Beverly plans to attend Park College. BERTHA AUBUCHON— Just a shy little violet. Bertha was a membe r of the X Y Z, Girl Reserves, Dracones, and Commercial Club; community division of Victory Corps. Her hobbies are collect- ing shells and photographs. LEO BAGGERLY — There isn ' t much of him, but what there is — well — ! President of X Y Z Club, member of Centinelas and En- gineers; home room secretary; Round Table representative, third year cheerleader; participated in Knightlites and talent assemblies. Leo was awarded an excellency medal in Spanish and also four athletic shields. DORIS JEAN BAKER— As pure as a pearl, a sweet and lovely girl. President of Girl Reserves, publicity chairman last year, member of Commercial Club and Centinelas; home room treasurer. Tower re- porter, and secretary; cflice assistant and library page. GORDON BALDRIDGE— Just roll, roll, rolling along. On second year basketball team. His favorite subjects are biology and human science. Gordon will join the Navy after graduation. Robert Adams Ann Appcl KuKcnc Arnold Bertha Aubuchon Dons Jean Baker Nellie Ann Anj;le Darrell Apple Beverly Atchison Leo I.. Baj;); ' - ' ' ' ' ) ' Gordon Baldrid e 44 MARGARET BALL — She needs no eulogy, she speaks for herself. Member of Girl Reserves, Red Cross Council, and Red Cross Canteen Corps; member of community service division of the Victory Corps. NLirgaret plans to attend the University of Kansas City and become a dietitian. BOB BEDELL — So athletic, yet so shy. Member of first team inter- scholastic football; has been out for football and basketball for two years; lettered in football. Bob plans to enter naval training next year. ROLAND BEERY — I expect to pass through this world but once. Chairman of Hi-Y; Penthouse Players. Roland took part in Knight- lites, open house plav and many assemblies, and went out for football. He will attend Junior College. HAROLD BELL — Sir Walter himself. Member of Musketeers and Centinelas; president and vice-president of home room; Knightlites; talent assemblies. Harold won an expert rifleman ' s medal. He plans to attend Virginia Military Institute. DON BENSON — Always friendly, just the same; always square in life ' s old game. Member of National Beta Club, Dracones, Round Table; private first class in R. O. T. C. Don ' s favorite subjects are mathematics and science. If he does not join the Navy, he will attend college next year. JOHN BENSON — One of the few students in captivity. Member and sergeant-at-arms of National Beta Club; Engineers; Aviation Club; Round Table representative; president of Round Table the first semester this year; president of home room; took part in Christmas assembly; awarded K in athletics. GERTRUDE BICKERDIKE— A typical high schol girl fond of a good time. President of Commercial Club; member of National Beta Club; Round Table representative; president and secretary of home room; member of orchestra. She was in musical assemblies and in Knightlites. HOWARD BLEDSOE— I ' m a plain gent. Went out for football, basketball, track; was in football assembly and music festival. SHIRLEY BOATMAN — It ' s good to be nice, and nice to be good; that she is all that is well understood. Member of Commercial Club and chairman of program committee of this club; vice-president of home room; member of orchestra and band one year. She is in the community division of the Victory Corps. DOROTHY BOONE— Where there ' s a dot there ' s a dash. Vice- president of Commercial Club; secretary of Round Table this year; member of Girl Reserves; president of home room; secretary of Senior Class; took part in several music assemblies and Knightlites; member of a cappella choir. f -- 7 .; ;; ■-5 -%■ A • fV , ' O  r Margaret B.1II RoLind Hecry, Jr. Donald Benson Gertrude Bickerdike Shirley Boatman l.b% Robert Bedell H.irold Bell John L. Benson How.ird A. Bledsoe Dorothy Boone 45 KENNETH ' . BOTTENBERG— Always in reserve. Member of band for four years and a cappclla for two years; did vocal and in- strumental numbers in talent assembly; took part in Knightlites for two years; member of R. O. T. C. one year. Kenneth ' s favorite sub- ject is mathematics. CLYDE BOWLES — A great orator am I — just listen. Vice-president of Hi-Y; treasurer of Centinelas; president of Round Tabic in junior year; member of National Beta Club and Squires; also member of All-City-Student Council; president of home room; took part in Vic- tory Corps assembly and Knightlites two years; football manager; went out for track; president of both junior and senior classes; member of Tower staff. ARTHUR BOYD — ' Tis too late to retreat. Member of Centinelas, Musketeers, and Lancers; home room sergeant-at-arms; took part in talent assembly and Knightlites; assembly color guard three years; third-year member of R. O. T. C, now a sergeant. JAMES BRADSHA X ' — Speaking silence is better than senseless speech. Jim took part in Knightlites, participated in music festival; member of the land division of Victor ' Corps. Algebra and speech are his favorite subjects. VIRGIL BRADSHAW— Some thmk the world is made for fun and frolic and so do I. Member of Centinelas and Engineers; home room treasurer; took part in Knightlites; member of band for four years; member of physical education all-star group; Tower staff. E. H. BRILLAULT — Oh, this learning what a thing it is. Member of Aviation Club; assistant superintendent in drafting home room; took part in music festival; member of second team football; achieved a seventy-five yard low hurdle record; aviation division of Victory Corps. MARY BRISCOE — Born with the ability to know and the heart to work. Second year member of Commercial Club; member of Girl Re- serves; Round Table alternate. Took part in fashion show on Arts Night; member of community division of Victory Corps. CHARLES BRISLEY — All things come to him who will but wait. 1 reasurer of National Beta Club, at one time president, another time secretary of Engineers; president of home room; was this year ' s assist- ant manager of football. He also worked in school cafeteria. FRED BROWER — The answer to a maiden ' s prayer. Treasurer of Engineers, member of Hi-Y cabinet; president and vice-president of home room; took part in Knightlites; went out for track. Fred ' s fa- vorite subjects are mathematics and chemistry. JOANNE BRYANT — She ' s always on the go, where she ' ll stop we never know. Member of Girl Reserves and is a second-year member of National Beta Club; Round Table alternate; president of home room; an efficient assistant in the office. iiJ ' . i 4P KcniKth W. Bottcnbcrg Arthur M. Boyd Virgil Bradshaw Mary Briscoe John Frederic Brower Clyde Bowlej Jim Bradshaw E. H. Brillault Charles Brisley Joanne Bryant 46 iL iAi VINCENT BULLARD— Slumber is more sweet than tcil. Mem- ber of Hi-Y; membir of the air division cf Victory Corps. His favor- ite subjects arc chemistry and physics. Vinccr.r plans to go to Junior College to study to become a chemist. JACKIE BURHANS — Sugar and spice and everything nice. Vice- president of Squires; member of Penthouse Players; secretary and treas- urer of home room; girls ' chorus; open house program; lead in Don ' t Take My Penny; Knightlites, four years. J. R. BURKE — I have ether fish to fry. President of home room; niL-mber of general division of the Victory Corps; hall guard. His fa- vorite subjects are physical education and art. J. R. plans to join the Navy next year. BETTY BURNHAM— What a sweet baby she must have been. Vice-president of Girl Scouts; member of Golden Spurs, Squires, and Girl Reserves; Round Table; home room officer; talent and Christ- mas assemblies; Knightlites; community division of Victory Corps. GLENN BURTON — Happy am I, from care I am free, why aren ' t thev all contented like me? On football, basketball, and track teams; lettered in football. He likes mathematics and gym. Glenn aspires to be an aerial gunner. EDITH CAMI ' BELL — Another ' red-headed ' woman. Member of National Beta Club, Dracones, and girls ' chorus; hall guard; representa- tive to Junior Red Cross; community division of Victory Corps. Took part in spring festival. Edith hopes to become a government secretary. DOROTHY JANE CASS— To be gentle is the test of a lady. Round Table representative; member of girls ' chorus. Dorothy Jane will attend Kansas University or Chicago Art Institute to become a commercial artist. MILDRED GATES — Little I ask; my wants are few. Member of Girl Reserves; Junior Red Cross representative; member of a cappella choir and girls ' chorus. She participated in a Christmas assembly and music festivals. DOROTHY CHAMBERLIN— Quiet, until you know her. Mem- ber of Girl Reserves, Commercial Club, Centinelas, secretary of home room. Her favorite subjects are human science and typing. She asks only for a happy life. WILLIAM CHAPPELL — Honor lies in honest toil. Vice-president of home room, first lieutenant in R. O. T. C. William had a part in Knightlites. His favorite subjects are aeronautics and drafting. He hopes to become a draftsman. Vincent Bullard J. R. Burke Glenn E. Burton Dorothy Jane Cass Dorothy Chamberiin Jackie liurhans Betty Burnham Edith Campbell Mildred Elaine Cates William A. Chappell 47 THELMA CHASTEEN — Just a sweet j;irl, who helps to brighten this world. Member of Girl Reserves and Commercial Club; presi- dent and treasurer of home room. Thelma ' s ambition is to become a nurse. DUANE CLARK — A man after his own heart. Member of Aviation Club, band; cafeteria guard. He participated in track and won shield land letter. His favorite subjects are physics and aeronautics. He likes to make model airplanes. GEORGE CLARK — Athletic and blond, I need say no more. Mem- ber of Squires and Hi-Y; president of home room; Knightlites; ele- vator operator; member of track, football, and golf teams. He was in the football and track assembly. BETTY RAE CLINE— Twinkletoes, herself. Member of Camp Fire Girls; participated in many talent assemblies and in Knightlites programs. Betty took part in hockey and basketball play days and won several letters. She plans to study dancing in Chicago. ALYCE JEAN COGGINS — She knows something about every- body. Member of Girl Reserves; Tower representative; hall guard. She took part in the Christmas assembly. Alyce ' s favorite subjects arc world history and stenography. She hopes to become a stenographer. DOLORES COLEMAN — Not only a sports woman, but a good sport on ever) ' occasion. Member of National Beta Club; secretary of home room, and alternate to the Round Table; Knightlites. Dolores has won four physical education letters. She will attend Kansas City University. • ALICE COMER — Charm is the keynote of her personality. Sec- retary ' of Commercial Club; member of Round Table; vice-president of home room; junior class treasurer; Knightlites; community division of Victory Corps. Her favorite subject is clothing. BARBARA COX — Better than gold is a thinking mind. Secretary and social chairman of Girl Reserves; member of National Beta Club; a cappella choir; president and vice-president of her home room. Barbara participated in Round Table and open house assemblies. BEVERLY CRANE — A good possession is a merry heart; to keep the world happy she does her part. Secretary of Art Club and Squires; member of Round Table; secretary of her home room. Bever- ly has taken part in several talent assemblies and in Knightlites each year. CORETHA CRAWFORD— Blue-eyed and blond, need I say more? Member of Art Club; Penthouse Players; secretary of home room; Knightlites; talent assemblies; a cappella and girls ' chorus. Coretha hopes to become a truly fine singer. Thclma Chastccn George Cl.irk Alyc c Jean Coggins Alice Comer Beverly Crane Duanc t. Clark Betty Rac Clinc Dolores Coleman Barbara Cox Coretha Crawford 48 HELEN CRUMM — Love is a be.uiiitiil drc.im. Algcbr.i Cllub; sec- retary of home room; part in Let ' s Make Up ; directed an open house play. Her ambition is to become a nurse. ELSIE DAMICO — They that govern the most make the least noise. Member of XYZ Club; community division of Victory Corps. Her favorite subjects are shorthand and txping. Klsie desires to become a nurse. RCISAMOND DAWSON — Who knows— I may surprise you some- day! Member of Centinelas, Commercial Club, and girls ' chorus; secretary of home room; Crusader staff; Knightlites; Christmas asscm- bl -, music festival. Her ambition is to become a foreign correspondent and she will enroll at Missouri University. GEORGE DE LAPORTE— Silence is golden. Member of Dracones; sergeant-at-arms of home room; track team; land division of Victory Corps. His hobby is collecting auto racing information. He expects to enter Junior College. BARBARA DICK — It ' s nice to be natural when you ' re naturalh ' nice. Vice-president of Squires; treasurer of orchestra; member of Dracones, Round Table; senior business committee; Tower staff. Bar- bara participated in the Victory Corps assembly, Knightlites orches- tra, and music festival. GEORGE DIEHL — I almost had . n idea, but it got away. George hopes to join the Navy. FRANCES DIERS — A friend at heart is a friend worth having. Member of Commercial Club, Centinelas, and Girl Reserves; secretary of home room; took part in Knightlites and R. O. T. C. Circus; mem- ber of literary staff of Crusader; featured in fashion show; community division of Victory Corps. DALLAS DUNN— So athletic, yet so shy. Member of Hi-Y, Na- tional Beta Club, band and Tower staff; senior business committee; president of home room. Dallas was in Knightlites and athletic assem- blies. He was on the basketball team two years and won letters. SANFORD EISMAN — Nevertheless, I understand more than you think. Member of Engineers, Round Table, and band; has had three years of R. O. T. C; member of the sea division of the Victory Corps. His favorite subjects are mathematics, drafting, and physics. If he does not enter the armed forces next year, he will attend college. DONNA ENGLISH — Silence is more eloquent than words. Member of Girl Reserves, Commercial Club, and community division of the Victory Corps. Her favorite subjects are foods, clothing, and book- keeping. 1 Iclcn Ounini Ros.ini )nd Dawson Barb.ira Dick Frances Dicrs Sanford H. Fism.in I ' Jsic Daniico Gcorj;c DeLaporte George DichI DalLis Dunn Dona Lee Lnglish 49 I . I. ROLAND ERHART— Someday I ' ll be a general. Member of the Hi-Y for four years; member of Musketeers, Lancers, rifle team; Round Table alternate; color guard in numerous assemblies. He won first place medal in a contest sponsored by the Heart of America Legion Post; in R. O. T. C. field day. MARJORIE FATINO — I ' ll note )ou in m - book of memory. Member of Girl Reserves, a cappeli.i choir; general membership di- vision of the Victory Corps. Her favorite subject is sewing and this is one of her hobbies. CHARLES FITZGERALD — 1 did great things when a sophomore — but now! Round Table representative; home room president and vice-president; first team basketball man this year; second team letter and first team letter in basketball; air division of Victory Corps. Charles plans to be a doctor. JOY FLEMING — A girl is happy who thinks herself so. Second year member of Dracones; in Knightlites cast this year; in community serv ' ice of Victory Corps. Her pastime is participating in the Amer- can Legion Drum Majorette Corps. MARILYN FORD — She has a real record to hcc credit. Inter-club council member of Girl Reserves; member of N... ' onal Beta Club and Centinelas; Round Table representative; open house assembly; service division of Victory Corps; collector. Marilyn [ lans to attend North- western. RITA FORESTER — I ' ll have a flame, by cracky. Secretary of Golden Spurs; member of Girl Reserves and Commercial Club; member of Knightlites cast; won a nutrition and Red Cross certificate in foods class; community service division of Victory Corps. BILL FREEMAN — He just sits. Sergeant-at-arms of the Round Table; Knightlites cast; football; cafeteria guard; air corps division of Victory Corps; stage crew. DWIGHT FRICKE— Pluck is my password. Member of Beta Club; president of home room, freshman year; first team basketball; letter man; went out for football this year. Dwight wants to attend college. DONA FULLER — Dark eyes, but bright prospects. Second year member of National Beta Club; member of Centinelas; president of home room; participant in Knightlites, in musical assemblies, and music festival; member of a cappella and girls ' octet. ELOISE I ' UNSTON — Pretty in two ways, pretty nice and pretty nice to stay that way. Round Table representative; home room sec- retary; community service of Victory Corps; participant in fashion show two years. Eloise would like to become an eflicient stenographer. Rol.ind Kriurt Charles litzjicrald Marilyn Ford lilll Irccm.in Don.i Jean i ' ullcr Marjoric Fatlna Joy Fleming Rita Forester Dwlglit prickc Eloise lunston 50 DOLORES GABEL — As quiet as a mouse. Member of Commercial Club and Giri Reserves; general membership of Victory Corps. Her favorite subjects are clothing and art. She plans to attend business colleg e. MARY JANE GADDY— Always buzzing around. Member of Golden Spurs, general membership of Victory Corps; Knightlites for two years; hall guard. Mary will enter business college. ALISSA GALLAGHER— Why am I a heart-breaker? Member of Squires; Round Table; vice-president of home room; Knightlites; patriotic assembly; open house; speech festival. Al would like to be- come a speech teacher. JOHN GALLAGHER — Silence brings respect. Member of Latin Club; R. O. T. C; land division of Victory Corps; assistant hall guard; part in Knightlites. John likes to model airplanes. BILLIE jgARDNER — Trifles make perfection, but perfection is no trifle. President of Girl Scouts; member of Girl Reserves, Commer- cial Club, Round Table; Tower staff; president of home room; Knight- lites. Billie will attend Kansas City University. MARILYN GARRISON — I ' m sure that cares are enemies to life. Member of Commercial Club; a cappella choir; hall guard; general membership of Victory Corps; participated in three Christmas assem- blies. Marilyn likes to dance and skate. CHARLES GATTENBY — Such a wonderful little fellow. Member of Centinelas; Round Table; R. O. T. C; president of home room; sea division of Victory Corps. He plans to join the Air Corps. JEANETTE GEMLO — I love, though I know not what. Member of Girl Reserves; Dracones; Commercial Club; Round Table; general membership of Victory Corps; music festival. Jeanette wants to be- come a comptometer operator. BILLY GIESE — It doesn ' t pay to worrj ' because things are bound to happen anyway. President of his home room; all-star football and baseball championship. Billy will enter Missouri University. ROD GRAHAM — Whatta man. Member of Hi-Y; in fall play and Knightlites; hall guard. Rod will join the Air Corps. Dolores Gabel AIiss.i Gallagher Bi llie Gardner Charles L. Gattenby Bill Giese Mary Jane Gaddy John E. Gallagher Marilyn Garrison Jeanette Gemlo Rod Graham 51 ROBERT GREENHAW— He bowls ' cm over. Member of R. O. T. C. for two years; l.ind division of Victory Corps. Bob will attend [unior College to become .1 chemical engineer. AUTY GREER — Our representative in the movie colony. President of Junior Red Cross; vice-president of Centinclas; member of Girl Reserves, Penthouse Players; a cappella choir; president of her home room. Auty took part in Knightlites, Once and for All, Don ' t Take My Penny, Christmas and speech assemblies. GLENN HALL — Self-defense is a virtue. Member of Hi-Y and Art Club for two vcars; on football team. His favorite subjects are .irt and drafting. He plans to become a draftsman. WILLIAM HANEBAUM— I ' ve put away childish things. Partici- pated in Knightlites, music assembly, fall play, and open house; mem- ber of orchestra. Bill likes to make model planes. He will attend Park College. ROBERTA HARDING— Brains, plus ability, plus energy; that ' s Bobbie. Secretary of National Beta Club and Draconcs; member of Art Club, Girl Reserves, and Art Honor Society. Secretary of home room; Crusader staff; in open house assembly and Art ' s Night Pro- gram. Bobbie painted scenery for Knightlites programs. RICHARD HARD ' WICK— The Great Stone Face. Representative to Round Table; member of R. O. T. C. His favorite subjects are mathematics and drafting. Dick plans to join the Navy. HELEN HARRAR — Tall, willowy, and very graceful. Treasurer of Girl Reserves; member of National Beta Club, Centinelas, and Pent- house Players; president of home room; part in open house program and patriotic assembly; assistant director of Don ' t Take My Penny. Helen served as an office assistant. JOAN HAVENS — A poet, a student — gee, just like the days of old. Vice-president of Dracones; member of National Beta Club; Round Table; part in Knightlites and Christmas assemblies. Joan was a mem- ber of the a cappella choir and girls ' octet and participated in many music assemblies. WARREN HAYCOCK— Loves the ladies, loves them all; loves them skinny, fat, and tall. Warren was a member of the band, playing the clarinet. His favorite subjects arc photography and typing. Warren joined the Army Air Corps in January. STANLEY HEATHMAN— The banker who started a run. Took part in football and track activities; hall guard; worked in cafeteria; land division of Victory Corps. Stanley will attend Missouri University to become a scientist. Robert R. Grccnhaw Glen Hall Roberta Harding Helen H.irrar NX ' arrcn Haycock Auty Lillian Grccr Hill Hanebaum Richard Hardwick Joan Havens Larl Stanley Hcatlinian, 52 VIRGIMA LEE HENSLEY— Cute .iiui clever. Mcinb.r of Ccn- tinelas and Girl Reserves; took part in talent assembly; participated in music festival; eommunitx ' division ot N ' ietory Corps. KATHRYN HESSLING— A merry heart that goes all day. Mem- ber of National Beta Club, secretary of Centinelas; member of Round Table; vice-president of home room; took part in musical assem- blies, Knightlites, and music festivals; orchestra; general division of . Victory Corps. NORMA HEUSTIS— Rather dance than sleep. Member of Pent- house Wavers; treasurer of her home room; air division of the Victory Corps. Norma wants to become a private secretary. KATHLEEN HICKS — In her smile, we feel the warm and radiant sunshine. Member of Girl Reserves; member of Round Table three years; home room president and secretary-treasurer; participated in Knightlites; member of Tower staff; took part in fashion show. Kath- leen was an office assistant. J. ' CK HIGGINS — Whenever he tackles an thing, he has a goal j in sight. Took part in football, basketball, and track; works in gen- I eral division of the Victory Corps. Jack plans to join the Navy after graduation. L1ICK HOCOTT — Quiet until you get to know him. He is a sec- ond year R. O. T. C. cadet. Dick plans to get a defense job when school is over. He would like to become an architect. JIMMIE HODGES — She could sway any audience. President of both the Art Club and Squires; home room president and vice-president; talent and Victory Corps assemblies; Arts Night play, Knightlites; i junior class secretary; senior class giftorian; Tower and Crusader ' Staffs; organizer of Girl Squires. REX HOOPES— Just a chip off the old block. President of en- gineers; member of Squires; took part in R. O. T. C. and talent as- semblies; Knightlites; a cappella choir; four- ear R. O. T. C. man; R. O. T. C. Field Day; Tower staff. LOIS HORN — Her presence made us regret her parting. Junior Red Cross representative; participated in talent, Christmas, and regular assemblies; Knightlites; and open house plav; four-vear member of a cappella choir and girls ' chorus; girls ' octette. Lois worked in the Health Center and plans to be a nurse. LEROY HUEBNER — He kept everyone guessing by always doing the unexpected. Has been president and vice-president of home room. LeRoy made a card table which was to be sent to Washington, D. C, for c-xJiibition. He plans to join the Navy after graduation. Virj;inij Lee Hcnslcy Norm.1 Hcustis J.iek Hip.nins Jlmniic Hod);es Lois Horn K.ithryn Lee Hcssling K.uhlccn Hicks Dick Hocott Rex Morgan Hoopcs LeRoy Huebncr 53 MARIE ANN HURST— Jolly, thoughtful, ever kind, no finer girl you ' ll ever find. President of Girl Reserves; Commercial Club treas- urer; member of Centinelas, Nation,il Beta Club, A. A. U. W., Round Table; home room president and treasurer; junior class gift receiver; otfice assistant; senior business committee; girls ' chorus; participated in Christmas assemblies. VCILLIAM JEWETT— Is man a child of hope? Member of Centi- neias, on all-star gym football team. His favorite subjects are Spanish and physical education. He will join the Navy. GERALDINE JONES — Someone even,one likes. Secretary and treasurer of Girl Reserves; Golden Spurs; Centinelas; A. A. U. W.; Crusader staff; office assistant. Geraldine was in the orchestra and band and played for Knightlites programs, R. O. T. C. Circus, and in the music festival. PAUL KING — His line has several hooks. Member of Speech Club; vice-president, secretary, and treasurer of home room; member of band and a cappella choir. Paul participated in Knightlites and Once and for All. CHARLES KRAFT — Men may come, and men may go, but I go on forever. ' Vice-president of Aviation Club and his home room; mem- ber of Round Table, and band, photography staff of Crusader; served on stage crew. He plans to join the Navy Air Corps. NELDA KRAUS — Bid me discourse, I will enchant thine ear. Busi- ness manager of Penthouse Players; member of Girl Reserves, Squires, Round Table; home room president and secretary; Knightlites; fall play; open house play; pep assembly; Tower staff; honorary member of Quill and Scroll. KENNETH KROM — Common sense is not so common. Vice-presi- dent of Art Club; alternate to Round Table; Art Honor Society; art editor of Crusader staff; rifle team. Kenneth was a second licuten.int in the R. O. T. C. PHYLLIS LAIR — To be trusted is a great compliment. Member of Centinelas, Commercial Club, and Camp Fire Girls; Junior Red Cross; community division of Victory Corps. Phyllis hopes to be- come a dress designer. RAY LANGFORD— That one small head could carry all he knew. Member of Hi-Y; alternate to Round Table; treasurer of home room; land division of Victory Corps. Ray wants to work on the Alaskan Highway and then join the Navy or Marines. CLARENCE LARSON — Alone — he walks unconquered. His fa- vorite subjects are physical education and mathematics. Clarence wants to become an aerial gunner. M.iric Ann Hurst Gcr.ildine | ini. ' s ClurlcsP.Kraft Kenneth Krom R.iy Lanijford William R. Jcwctt Paul KinK Nclda Lou Kraus Phyllis Lair Clarence Larson 54 V n- D f Archa Long William Long ood Charles Loudon Willa Maher Jim NLintL-I Dee Maple Fred NLiple ferrv Marquess Allan Martin Slildred M. Martin ARCHA LONG — Curly hair of auburn hue — wasn ' t fate good to you? Member of Commercial Club; vice-president and Tower repre- sentative of home room; office assistant; Knighthtes. Archa was a drum majorette and member cf the band. She will work next year. WILLIAM LONGGOOD— He ' s really not as quiet as he looks. Member of football team and track squad; in football assembly; let- tered in football for three years. Bill will join the Navy. CHARLES LOUDEN — I ' m learning fast. Member of Aviation Club; band; hall guard; aviation division of Victory Corps. Charles likes to make model airplanes. He will join the Navy. WILLA MAYER — Willa wins her day, smiling and playing along the way. Member of Girl Reserves and girls ' chorus; vice-president of home room. Her favorite subjects are music and foods. She will attend school next vear. JIM MANTEL — I don ' t care what happens, just so it doesn ' t happen to me. Member of Engineers; alternate to Round Table; hall guard; private in R. O. T. C. Jim was a member cf the orchestra and band and participated in Knightlites four years. D. D. MAPLE — Why study now? President of home room; member of boys ' chorus; won a prize for woodwork in city contest. Dee wants to study law at Michigan University. FRED MAPLE — When fun and study clash, let study go to smash. Member cf Aviation Club; alternate to Round Table; president of home room; aviation division of Victory Corps. Fred will attend Junior College next year. JERRY MARQUESS — Wherever there ' s mischief, that ' s where Jerry is to be found. He was a member of band and orchestra and partici- pated in band assemblies and in Knightlites orchestra; R. O. T. C. Jerry hopes to become a mechanical engineer. ALLAN MARTIN — Quiet and smart, he does his part. Member of National Beta Club and Round Table; treasurer of home room. A member of band and a cappella choir. Allan played the piano for Knightlites programs, music festivals, and open house programs. MILDRED MARTIN — As quiet as a mouse, as deep as a well, and what she ' ll do next, you never can tell. Mildred ' s favorite subject is clothing. She will attend a comptometer school to become a comp- tometer operator. 55 CONNIE MAYS — As sweet as her smile implies. M.-mber of Cen- tinelas and Commercial Club; in the community division of the k- tory Corps; has been a collector two years and a cashier for one year; i hall guard. DOUGLAS McBRIDE— Blab! Blab! Blab! Everywhere he so . Treasurer of Dracones; member of Musketeers; ritle team, and crack j squad; member of R. O. T. C. two years .ind was a staflf sergeant; home rcom president; in land division of Victorv Corps. EDWARD McLaughlin— Just a shell of a man. He is a third year member of R. O. T. C, and is a private; in the sea division of Victory Corps. His favorite subjects are mathematics, science, and history. MARTHA McLEAN — A happy lot is thine, fair maid. Member of Centinelas and Round Table; participated in Knightlites. Martha ' s favorite subject is art. Her hobby is working with marionettes. She hopes to go to Kansas University. DOROTHY MAXINE McMAHAN— Smiling both day and night, even if things aren ' t just right. Member of Home Economics and Commercial Clubs; Junior Red Cross representative; collector; hall guard; in productive division of Vi ctory Corps; participated in a fashion show. MARY LEE McMULLIN— A helpful friend indeed. Member of Girl Reserves and Commercial Club. Round Table alternate; girls ' chorus; in community division of the Victory Corps. Mary Lee took part in a Christmas pla ' and the music festival. JACK MIELKE — How on earth can he be so wise when so much mischief lurks in his eyes? Member of the football squad. Jack likes mathematics and physical education. He plans to attend Junior College and then Kansas University to become an architect. SHIRLEY MILLER — How sweet and fair she seems to be. MLMiibcr of Commercial Club; home room Tower reporter; member of Tower staff. Shirley ' s favorite subject is human science. She plans to enter college next year. DORTHA MONTGOMERY— Why talk when actions speak loud- er? Member of Girl Reserves and Commercial Club; home room ser- geant-at-arms; attended both the hockey and basketball play days; in the community division of the Victor) ' Corps. KENNETH MOORE— All great men die; I don ' t feel so well my- self. In R. O. T. C. for three years. Kenneth plans to attend Junior College and then to join the Air Corps. ttinnic Mays l-.dw.ird li. McLaughlin Diirothy M. McMahan ,l.itk Miclkc Uortha Montgomery I)uu ;las Mtliridc Martha Mel. can Mary Ll-c McMullln Shirley Miller Kenneth Moore 56 N ' IRGINIA MOORE— She w.is ,i pli.uuom of delight. Secretary of XYZ Club; member cf Girl Reserves, Cenllnel.is, N.itional Beta C ' lub; treasurer of home room; Knightlltes; a cappella choir; girls ' octet. Vir- ginia was assistant editor of Tower and Crusader. She won a Quill and Scrcll award while on the Tower staff. LOIS McTRGAN — She onl)- goes to show that there is a value in small things. Treasurer of Girl Reserves; member of Squires, Red Cress Council, and Round Table; president and sccretarx- of home uom; in Knightlites three ears. Lois won a Quill and Scroll award while on the Tower staft. JIM MOUNTJOY— If he is as slick as his hair; beware! Member cf orchestra and band; as a member of the Knightlites orchestra, he piaved on several Knightlites programs. Jim will work next year. WILLIAM NANCE — Cobwebs may line some people ' s heads, but not mine. Member of Musketeers; representative to Round Table; a first lieutenant in the R. O. T. C. ; on the rifle team; hall guard; land di- vision of Victory Corps. Bill will join the Marine Corps. JOAN NAU — She needs no tongue, for with those eyes she ' ll tell us all that might arise. As a member of the a cappella choir and girls ' chorus, she participated in Christmas and open house assem- blies; communitv division of Victory Corps. She plans to become a stenographer. MOLLY NEFF — Even Mollv knows that. Member of the Girl Re- serves, Draccnes, and Round Table; home room treasurer; participated in open house plav, Christmas assembly, and speech class play. MARVIN NESBITT— Gifted with the gift of gab. Member of Stage and Screen Club; hall guard; sea division of Victory Corps. Marvin will attend the University of California. GENE NICHOLS — If ambition be the bread of ife, he ' s starving. Member cf orchestra, band, Knightlites orchestra; music assemblies; private in R. O. T. C. His favorite subjects are orchestra and chem- istry. He will attend Junior College. MURRAY NOLTE — I ' m not lazy, I just don ' t like work. Sergeant- at-arms of Centinelas; memb:r cf Penthouse Players; alternate to Round Table; land division of Victory Corps; corporal in R. O. T. C. Murray took part in Knightlites and several assemblies. WILLIAM O ' CONNELL— Axle head— well greased. Member of Science Club; co-captain cf cafeteria guards; private in R. O. T. C; Knightlites; gtncral membtr cf Victory Corps. Bill hopes to become a veterinarian cr zcologist. Virginia Moore Jim Mountjoy Joan N.1U Marvin Nesbitt Murray Nolte Lois Morgan Vi ' illiam Nance Molly Ncff Gene Nichols Vlilliam O ' Conncll 57 TRULIE PADGETT— She ' s a blond; nuf-scd! Hall guard, member of a cappclla choir and girls ' chorus. She participated in Christmas as- semblies, open house plays, Knightlites, and talent assemblies. BOB PAINTER — Fast or slow, I ' ll reach the top. Vice-president of his home room; hall guard; community division of Victory Corps; Knightlites; track team. Bob will join the Navy. KENNEDY PARIS— And if you hear a loud squall, that ' s Paris com- ing down the hall. His favorite subjects are m.ithematics .ind science. He will join the Navy. JIM PARKINS— High school bred. He had a four-year loaf. Mem- ber of Squires; president of his home room; member of orchestra and band. He participated in talent assemblies and Knightlites. Jim hopes to become a doctor. DOLORES PATCH— Slow and easy. Sergeant-at-arms of Com- mercial Club; member of Girl Reserves, Centinelas and Round Table; secretary and treasurer of home room. As a member of the girls ' chorus, Dee took part in two music festivals and a Christmas assembly TOM PATTEN — Not exactly afraid of work, but not m sympathy with it. Member of Engineers; Round Table; sergeant-at-arms of home rocm; corporal in R. O. T. C; rifle team. He was a member of the orchestra for four years and took part in the musical assem- blies. RUTH PEARCE- — I may be small, but mighty things I ' ll do some day. Member of Centinelas; girls ' chorus; a cappella choir. Ruth participated in Knightlites and music festivals. She likes roller skating. HERBERT PEBLEY — Suppose I grow up. Round Table representa- tive; member of R. O. T. C; hall guard; sea division of Victory Corps; Knightlites. Herbert will join the Army Air Corps. KENNETH PECK — My best thoughts always come too late. Vice- president of Engineers; member of National Beta Club; Round Table; Red Cross council; president and vice-president of home room; pro- duction division of Victory Corps. Kenneth hopes to become an en- gineer. STELLA MAE PERKINS — Always talking and very gay, not once in a while, but every day. Member of Centinelas; Commercial Club; representative to Round Table; Red Cross council; fashion show; president of her home room. Stella will attend business college to be- come a comptometer operator. Trulic Anne P.nli;ett Kennedy Paris Dolores Patch Ruth Pcarcc Kcnnctli Peck 15(ib Painter Jim Parkins Tom Patten Herbert Pebley Stella Mae Perkins 58 HELEN POPOVICK — She practiced what she preached. Com- munity division of Victory Corps; music festival. Helen helps the war effort by selling war stamps in her spare time. She will work next year. STANLEY PRINTZ — He has a name to live up to. Secretary of Aeronautics Club; member of Victory Corps. His favorite subjects are mathematics and human science. He will attend Massachusetts Institute of Technology. LILLIE PRUITT — I ' m a silent woman, but I have ways of being seen. Member of Tower staff; in Knightlitcs skit. Her favorite subjects are physiology and speech. She will attend Huff ' s Business College. DELOS PYPES — He never flunked and he never lied, I reckon he never knew how. Member of Dracones; R. O. T. C. His favorite subjects are algebra and human science. He hopes to become a chemist. TREVA RAGLAND — On to Hollywood. President of Horizon Club; member of Centinelas; Penthouse Pl.iyers; Round Table rep- resentative; vice-president of her home room. Treva took part n Knighthtes, open house assemblies, Penthouse Plays, and a fall play. LAWTIENCE REDDICK — I couldn ' t be good if I would, I wouldn ' t be good if I could. President of Spanish Club; member of X Y Z and Hi-Y, Red Cross representative; land division of Victory Corps. Lawrence won four gym shields. He will go to Kansas City University. BARNEY RICKETTS — I ' m the big shot of the school. President of Junior Red Cross; member of Round Table; home room president; senior business committee; captain cafeteria guards. As a cheerleader, Barney was in many pep assemblies. He will go to Junior College. LEON ROACH — I never knew. Treasurer and vice-president of Red Cross; Round Table representative; senior business committee; member of orchestra; cheerleader. Leon participated in Knightlites, open house play, and pep assemblies. ALOHA ROGERS — The gentlest voice and the softest eyes; calm, sedate, demure, and wise. Member of a cappella choir and girls ' cho- rus; she took part in a Christmas assembly; Knightlites; Victory Corps assembly. Her favorite subjects are shorthand and typing. CHARLES ROTHENANGER— I ' m a fugitive from study hall. Member of Centinelas; Aviation Club; Musketeers; Penthouse Players; Victon, ' Corps; Knightlites; sergeant R. O. T. C. Charles wants to become a naval officer. Helen Popovick Lillic Pruitt Treva Rasland Barney Rickctts Aloha Rogers Stanley I ' rintz Delos Pypes Lawrence Reddick Leon Roach Charles Rothcn.inger 59 i lJ CHARLES RUTHERFORD— Sweetest lil ' feller. As a member of the crchestr.i he participated in musical assemblies; air division of the Victory Corps. Charles will attend Park College to become an aero- nautical engineer. DORIS RYAN — A blond — favorite daughter of the gods. Member of XYZ Club; secretary of home room; Christmas assembly; com- munity division of Victory Corps; fashion show. Doris will enter a nursing school to become a Navy nurse. CLARENCE SAGASER — If knowledge is the sun of mind — let me live in darkness. Home room president; member of football and basketball teams; air division of Victory Corps; hall guard. Clarence will join the Navy Air Corps or the Marines. JOHN ST. JOHN — Folks all stop and stare at this answer to a maiden ' s prayer. Secretary of his home room; member of orchestra and band. He played in the Knightlites orchestra. John joined the Navy, November 9, 1943. LORRAINE SCHMIDT— The church-going belle. Member of Cen- tinelas. Commercial Club, Girl Reserves; treasurer of home room; orchestra and girls ' chorus. She participated in Knightlites and music festivals. Lorraine hopes to become a good pianist. I MARY SCHMIDT — Even her failings leaned to virtue ' s side. C Member of Girl Reserves, Commercial Club; general division of Vic- -Jtory Corps. Mar} ' will enter nurse ' s training next year. BARBARA SCHWECHEIMER — Earth has not anything to show more fair. Member of Girl Reserves, Art Club, Art Honor Society; sergeant-at-arms of home room; community division of Victory Corps. Barbara will attend Kansas University. FLETA MAE SCOTT — Southeast won ' t be Southeast without you. President of Dracones; secretary of National Beta Club; member of Girl Reserves, Commercial Club; Round Table; home room officer; sergeant-at-arms of senior class; business manager of Crusader staff; office assistant. Fleta took part on a hockey play day and won an athletic letter. LLOYD SHAW — A little boy with a big heart. Member of Engi- neers; hall guard; Victory Corps. He won a three-year shield for being in the band. Lloyd hopes to become an electrical engineer. GEORGE SIMPSON — The mind that never-met-a-miss. Red Cross representative; track team; air division of Victory Corps; Knightlites orchestra. In the band for three years, he pla ed at assemblies, plays, and Knightlites. Charlc Rutherford Cbrcnce Sajjascr Lorraine Schmidt Barbara Schwcchcimcr 1 loydC. Shaw, Jr. Doris Ryan John St. John Mary Schmidt FIcta Mac Scott George Donald Simpson 6o MARY ELLEN SMILEY — Where arc you soing, my pretty maid? Presicicnt of Commercial Club; treasurer of Squires; home room presi- dent; junior and senior publicist; Knightlites. Mar) ' was a cheerleader and took part in pep assemblies. BEN ' ERLY SMITH— She treads the straight and narrow. Vice- president of Girl Reserves; treasurer of Centinelas; member of Na- tional Beta Club and Golden Spurs; home room president; secretary of band and participant in band assemblies. KAROLINE SMITH — She is gentle, she is shy, but there ' s mischief in her eye. Member of National Beta Club, Girl Reserves, Commer- cial Club; secretary of home room; treasurer of Junior Red Cross; of- fice assistant; open house assembly. Karoline won a D. A. R. award for excellence in home economics. RANDOLPH SMITH — Southeast ' s pride and joy. Member of Cen- tinelas, Engineers; home room president; hall guard; toastmaster at Pan-American banquet. Editor of both the Tower and Crusader staffs. Randolph won a Missouri Interscholastic Press Association Award. ROBERT SPAETH — Whom girls rave about and boys envy. On football and track teams. Bob took part in two Knightlites programs. MARY ANN SPILLMAN— Who thinks so little and talks so much! Member of Girl Reserves, Commercial Club; sergeant-at-arms of home room; member of girls ' chorus; open house assembly; Junior Red Cross representative. Mary wants to join the Cadet Nurses ' Corps. CAROLINE STEVENS — Oh, another thinker. Member of Na- tional Beta Club, Dracones Club, and A. A. U. W.; home room treas- urer and secretary; open house play; and Knightlites. Caroline will go to Kansas City University. MARGARET STOCKTON— Quietly she goes about her work. President of Girl Scouts; member of Commercial Club, National Beta Club, Red Cross representative; home room treasurer; member of girls ' chorus; hall guard; community division of Victory Corps. PAUL STOCKTON — He never knew. Red Cross representative; land division of Victory Corps. His favorite subjects are science and woodwork. Paul likes to raise horses. MARY KATHRYN STOLE- I ' m growing up; someday I ' ll be a lady. Treasurer of home room; member of a cappella choir; par- ticipated in Knightlites and Seven Sisters. Mary Kathryn was cap- tain of the basketball and hockey teams and won a letter in gym. M.iry l-.llcn Smiley K.irolinc Smith Bob Spaeth Caroline Stevens Paul Stockton Beverly Jcin Smith Randolph Smith M.iry Ann Spillman Margaret Stockton Mary Kathryn Stoll 6i MARGARET STRATEMEIER— Southeast will never forget her. Member of N.ition.il Bet.i Club, Dracones, Commercial Club; vice- president of Round Table and member of All-City Student Council; literary staff of Crusader; senior business committee. She won a gym letter and was in two play days. LEONARD STRUZICK— High school life is just four years too long for me. Member of Hi-Y and stage c w; production division of Victory Corps. He plans to go to Junior College or a trade school to become a draftsman. BETTY STURGEON — Fiddlesticks! You ' re bound to marry. Mem- ber of Golden Spurs, Girl Reserves, Dracones; Red Cross representa- tive; home room secretary; Christmas assembly. Betty plans to enter Kansas University for training as a dietician. ROBERT SUMMERS— Girls, girls, here I am. Member of Na- tional Beta Club and Musketeers; Round Table representative; land division of Victory Corps. As a corporal in the R. O. T. C, he won an American Legion Medal. • DORIS TALBOT — Beauty is truth; truth is beauty. Member of Girl Reserves, Commercial Club, and Centinelas; secretary of her home room; a cappella choir and girls ' chorus; Knightlites. Doris expects to enter Missouri University. HENRY THELEN — Fearfully wise he shakes his empty head. Won two gym shields. Henry ' s favorite subjects are radio, art, and wood- work. He hopes to become a flyer. JEAN THOMAS — Never a dull moment. Member of Commercial Club; Round Table representative. Won a nutrition certificate for tak- ing the canteen course. She plans to enter business college. JUNE THOMAS— Loads of fun. Member of Commercial Club; Girl Reserves; general division of Victory Corps. Her ambition is to be- come a commercial artist. FLOYD TINSLEY— Knows a lot, but can never think of it. Mem- ber of Centinelas; all-star football team in physical education class; hall guard; stage crew. Floyd will join the Navy in June, 1944. RUTH VICKERS — So sweet a face, such angel grace. Member of Centinelas Club. Participated in girls ' chorus and was in two music festivals. Ruth likes history and stenography. :i Am4- Margaret Stratemcier Betty Sturgeon Doris Talbot Jean Thomas Floyd A. Tinslcy Leonard Struzick Bob Summers Henry Tliclen June Thomas Ruth Vickers 6z HERBERT WALKER— A gust o ' wind. Member of Centinelas; orchestra, and band. In music assembly, Knightiites, and Knightlites orchestra. Herbert hopes to become a professional musician. TERESA WEBER— I ' m the pride of m y family. Member of Centi- nelas and Dracones; home room president; collector. Teresa will enter Kansas City University. HERBERT WESCOAT— Till I came, the world was incomplete. Hi-Y officer, member of National Beta Club; Round Table representa- tive; home room president; member of band and a cappella choir; out for track. Bert was in the Knightlites orchestra and Knighthtes for four years. JOE WHITE — When I become a man, I ' ll put away childish things. Member of Centinelas and Round Table; treasurer and vice-president of home room; hall guard; private in R. O. T. C; took part in Knight- lites. He is planning to attend Rockhurst College. JOHN WHITE — All mankind loves a lover. Member of Hi-Y and Dracones; Round Table representative; vice-president of home room; gym all-star football, basketball, and baseball team; won a shield and K in physical education; senior business committee; hall guard. PATRICIA WHITE — Good nature and a pleasant smile. Member of Girl Reserves, Penthouse Players, and Round Table; president and treas- urer of home rooms; Fall Play and Knightlites program; senior business committee. Pat will enter Junior College. BETTY WILLIAMS — As happy as her smile. Member of Girl Re- serves; Round Table representative; vice-president of home room; Knightlites. Betty wants to become an army nurse. EVA WILLIAMS- CAROL WILLIAMSON— Whose little girl are you? Member of Dracones, Girl Reserves, and Centinelas; hall guard; girls ' octet; a cappella choir; member of Tower and Crusader staffs; in Knightlites three years. WALTER WILLIAMSON — He went for a ride, but he didn ' t drive. On football and track teams; took part in football and track assem- blies. He plans to join the Marines. Herbert VC ' alkcr Herbert ( ' csco.it John W. White Betty Willi.ims Cirol Williamson Teresa Weber Joe White Pat White Eva { ' ilHanis W.ilter Wilhamson 63 JOHN E. WOLCOTT— Past unknown, future doubtful. Member of Musketeers and Round Table; home room vice-president; Kniglit- lites; in R. O. T. C. three years, a corporal this year; cafeteria guard. JAMES WRIGHT — Thinking, thinking, thinking. President of Southeast and State National Beta Club; member of Hi-Y and Round Table; junior representative to All-City Council; home room president; band; football team; vice-president of junior and senior classes. RALPH WULFF — He thinks too much, such me.i are dangerous. Member of Hi-Y; general member of Victory Corps. Ralph ' s favorite subjects deal with science. He plans to attend Junior College next year. CORINNE YOHN— Dancing is her line. Member of Squires; home room president; Red Cross and Round Table representative; partici- pated in talent assemblies and Knightlites for four years; cheer leader two years; general membership of Victory Corps. BARBARA YOST— Cupid is her right h.md man. Member of Squires and Commercial Club; home room president and secretary; took part in Knightlites; community division of Victory Corps. JACK GIBBY— I don ' t believe. Vice-president of Beta Club; i rst team football and second team basketball; track; senior class treas- urer; contributing sports writer for the Tower; cafeteria guard and assistant elevator operator. ALICE McCLURE — Hello, beautiful. Home room vice-president and secretary; part in Seven Sisters ; production division of Victory Corps. Alice took part in radio plays over the public address system. John F. Wolcott R.ilpli X ' ulff Barbara Yost Alice McCIurc James Wright Corinnc Yohn Jack Gibby 64 J r .-. ;. r ' ' 65 s ° i J ! t WfB NATIONAL B: « ■ r, A Row — Charles Brislcy, Kenneth Peck, Uwight Frickc, HoiAerlKva cr, Francis Carter, Bert Wescoat. J Sixth Row — Charles Brislcy, Kenneth IVck, Uwight Frickc, Honker Evans, Eddie Glasscock, Robert Summers, Rjlph Trower, lift!) Roll- — Allen Welch, Margaret Stratemeier, Beverly Jean Smith, Helen Jo Harrar, Fleta Mac Scott, Roberta Harding, Marie Ann Hurst, Geraldine Jones, Don Benson. Fourth Row — Joanne Smith, Polly Ann Andrew, Dolores Coleman, Karoline Smith, Margaret Stockton, Caroline Ste- vens, Norma Kohen, Mary Jane Griffith. Third Row — Allan Martin, Robert Jones, Clyde Bowles, Jim Wright, Dallas Dunn, John Benson, J.ick Gibby. Second Row — Bonnie Bannister, Nellie Ann Angle, Marilyn Ford, Pat King, Joan Havens, Kathryn Hessling. l-irst Row — Virginia Moore, Betty Mailman, Marie Jones, Jo Ann Bryant, Barbara Cox, Mclba Hightowcr. This club is composed of juniors and seniors. In order to quality for membership, the student must prove himself a leader among his class- mates and a benefactor to the school and its program of educational and social progress. The student ' s scholarship rating must be high and his character traits must be above average as judged by his instructors. The Southeast National Beta Club ' s program for this year included discussions on topics of national importance and concern. The Southeast chapter was greatly honored when informed that their president, James Wright, had been elected president of the Missouri State Chapter of the National Beta Club. The club regrets that their sponsor, Miss Claribel Woodward, was unable to attend many of the meetings because of serious illness. 66 S . 7 j Row — Leonard Struzick, Vincent Bullard, Ralph Wulff , John X ' hite, George Cbrk, Fred Brower, Charles Bix- man, Clyde Bowles. Fifth Row — Paul £ ebb, Gordon Cramer, Roland Beery, Bert Wescoat, Earl Niewald, Eugene Arnold, Jack Dick. Fourth Row — Ray Langford, Jim Vannicc, James Stigall, David Johnson, Boyce Smith, Bill Eubank. Third Row — Robert Adams, Bob Eback, Homer Evans, Dallas Dunn, Russell Reese, Bob Hill, Glenn Hall, John Hunt, John Schoap. Second Row — Jack Wyatt, Ronnie .Mills, Paul Niewald, John Haldstead, Jerry Harkins, Paul Chaffee, Gerre Pittenger, Marvin Harrenstein. Fint Row — Dale Leathers, George Wright, Jerry Wulff, Kenneth Johnston, Bob Borchardt. Guy Haines, Roland Erhart, Lawrence Reddick. The Hi-Y membership is composed of boys who have been found worthy of election into the club. This organization is based on the truths and practices found in religion. This, however, does not limit their activities only to things dealing with religion. The club ' s full pro- gram includes lectures by prominent persons, entertainment presented by talented members of the Hi-Y, dances, line parties, and group sing- ing to end the evening ' s get-together. The boys find the club very worthwhile because of the fine instruction and guidance they receive regarding the development of good fellow- ship, and because of the enjoyment they find in attending the social activities sponsored by the club and its leaders. 67 COMMERCIAL CLUB Sixth Riiu — Bonnie Bannister, Marie Ann Hurst, Dorothy Chambcrlin, Billie Gardner, Shirley Miller, June Thomas, Jean Thomas. •; ) Ruii ' — Betty Bates, Margaret R(iach, Helen Dunkelberg, Doris Frctz, Treva Ragland, Dolores Patch, Frances Dicrs fourth Row — Mary Smiley, Alice Comer, Mary Anna Said, Joanne Smith, Karolinc Smith. Thin! Roil — Rita Forester, Mary Schmidt, Thelma Chaste.n, Connie Mays, Margaret Stockton, Joan Clausscn, Betty Boyles, Donna Lcc Fnglish. Second Row — Jcancttc Gemlo, Dolores Gabel, Virginia Burnsworth, Joanne Weldon, Dortha .Montgomery, Mary Briscoe. FinI Row — Dorothy Boone, Phyllis Lair, Florence Gould, Stella Perkins, Shirley Boatman. The purpose of the Commercial Club is to acquaint the members with different types of office methods. The club provides many opportuni- ties for a glimpse of the work done in the business world. The Club sponsors talks by prominent business men and women, gives demonstrations on different types of office machines, and arranges trips to offices and plants of large concerns. This practical knowledge and observance is of great value to the students. The club also has its social life — picnics, parties, and skits are all a part of the Commercial Club ' s program. 68 PENTHOUSE PLAYERS Third Kotv ' — Norma Crowell, Betty Kobelt, Vir);ini.i Burnsworth, Dona Stanley, Allissa Gallagher, Helen jo Harrar, Miss Fetters, Roland Beery. Second Rou- — Norma Heustis, Betty Gray, Auty Greer, Bernard Birmingham, Eugene Arnold, Nelda Kraus, Bob Borchardt. First Row — Charles Rothenanger, J. R. Weinberg, Pat White, Murray Noltc, E. C. Link, Charles Johnson, Jim Bradshaw, This organization is composed of students who have done outstand- ing work in the field of acting or pubhc speaking. This performance is the basis of a new member ' s election into the Penthouse Players. The purpose of this club is to give its members some experience in directing, producing, acting, and speaking. This is accomplished by presenting shows for an appreciative audience in the Speech Arts room. The Penthouse Players try to present one show a month. Some of the most successful productions were: Footlight Sketches, a series of skits; Four on a Heath, produced by an all-boy cast; The Three Timer, by an all-girl cast; and George Washington Slept Here, a fast-moving comedy. 69 GIRL RESERVES Sixth Row — Jean Hornbeck, Helen Harrar, Dclcic Bartow, Shirley Frazier, Dorothy Jenkins, Doris Herzog, Jo Ann Gaulkc, Marilyn Ford. Fifl } Roil ' — Lois Chirclll, Mary Bell Hileman, Joyce Carey, Florence Gould, Wilma Kdwards, Bonnie Crismon, Nellie Ann Angle. Fourth Row — Beverly Minor, Ruty Eckstein, Marjorie Jo Hill, Naomi Balsley. Donna Clark, Doris Clark. Third Row — Betty Ann Baker, Betty Boston, Betty Ma llnian, Thclma Chastcen, Mary Schmidt, Charmane Nichol- son. Ann Ulrickson, Betty Pringle, Mildred Leverton, Flhel McLaughlin. Second Row — Helen Newsome, Nclda Kraus, Virginia B urnsworth, Cartil Grayson, Alleen Armstrong, Lylla Bales, Mary Briscoe, Mary Jane Cotes, Norma Flagler. First Row — Winona Mae Cates, Joan Mantel, Patsy Smith, Margaret McBride, Mt lly Stines, Gloria Wright, Mar.y Fvclyn Clough, Mildred Catc«. The Girl Reserves is the junior chapter of the Young Women ' s Chris- tian Association. The aim of the organization is to instill in its mem- bers the high ideals and standards advocated by the Y.W.C.A. Worthy leadership, loyalty, love, fellowship, and personality were only a few of the principles stressed at the Girl Reserve meetings this year. Their programs included talks by capable and experienced speakers, parties, picnics, dances and other social activities. 70 GIRL RESERVES Si.xfh Kvic — Sarah Henncbi) , Mary Juc Kimball, Joan Clau ssen, Dorothy Chambcrlin, Uulurcs Cjabcl. Jcannetic Gemlo Betty Boyles, Roberta Harding, Pat Sisk, Norma Nivens. Fifth Row — Beverly Smith, Geraldine Jones, Shirley Diehl, Marceline Etherion. Alma C:ochran. Lenore Carlson, Pollyann Andrew, Frances Diers, Margaret Bell. Fourth Rou — Wilma Landrith, Aileen Agron, V ' Ann Calvert, Barbara Davison, Clara Barker. Pat Harger, Wini- fred Major, Miriam Major. Third Row — Olive Holmes, Lorraine Schmidt, X ' aunitta Mathews. Millicent Mielkc, Virginia Allison. Doris Smith, Elinore Rowe, Barbara Cox, Melba Hightower, Mary Lou Decker, Shirley Ann Appel, Joan Beggs. Second Rou — Virginia Hensley, Dolores Patch, Helen Brizendine, Marilyn De La Porte, Anna Jean Hawkins, Joy Graver, Dortha Montgomery, Karoline Smith, Marie Hurst, Doris Jean Baker, Rita Forester. Dorla Dean Eaton. First Row — Jo Ann McLain, Margaret Terrence, Mary Wallace, Lois Morgan, Betty Burnham, Norma R( lando. Gloria Patch, Dorothy Boone, Jo Ann Christ, Barbara Schwecheimer. n- v Pk NKVk . v i UVUBV V f Y ' ' It vAeurr ART CLUB SfCoilJ Rou — Don Palmer, Kenneth Krom, Pat Williams, Roberta Harding, Glenn Hall. Francis Carter, Ross Cook. FirsI Rou — Barbara Scliwechelmer. Jimmie Hodges, Ann Appcl, Pat King, Beverly Crane, Polly Ann Andrew, Allen Welch, Bill Christy. The membership of this club consists of students who have shown remarkable talent in art. The presentation of their superior ability and talent merits their election into the organization. New membership de- mands the majority vote of the old members. The aim of the Art Club is to further the knowledge and skill of its members. This is accomplished during their semi-monthly meetings, at which time the technique of finger painting, clay modeling, water color, and other forms of creative art are studied and applied. Many of these members who spend their time and efforts to develop their skills and put them into practice may someday make this their life vocation. 72 CENTINELAS I ) a a ' S- h Roil — Charles Johnson, Murray Nolte, Jack Bollinger, Leroy Powell, ' illi.im jewitt, Virgil lirad haw. Charles Rothenanger, Robert Jones, Bob Caseboit. Fifth Row — Beverly Jean Smith, Kathryn Hessling, Helen Jo Harrar, Marilyn Ford, GeraMine Jones. Mary Ernst. Rosalie Green, Don Willoughby. Fourth Rote — Teresa Weber, Virginia Hensley. V ' Ann Calvert, Auty Greer, Patsy Smith, Nancy Rouse, Barbara f ' i!son. Third Row — Chase Clark, C ' illiam Murphy, Lawrence Reddick, Donnhy Dawley, Joan Beggs, Joy Carey, Natilic Balsley, Ruth Peterson. SeronJ Rou — Virginia Moore, Dona Lou Kelly, Martha Hilburn, Margaret Bell, Beverly Atchison, Betty Ann. Baker, Claire Harboh. First Rou — Doris Taibot, Melba Hightower, VC ' aunitta Mathews, Mary Kllen Jewett, Virginia Bohl, Miriam Major. TTie Centinelas is for students who have had or are taking one year of Spanish, and who are interested in learning more about that language and the customs of the twenty-one Spanish-speaking countries. Spanish is used in songs, skits, and games at the meetings of the Club. Outstanding events this year were the breaking of the pinatas at the Christmas party, films in technicolor on Mexico shown by Robert C. Kienle of St. Peter ' s Evangelical Church, the chili supper, and the Pan- American Banquet sponsored by the Club. 73 STAGE AND SCREEN CLUB ThirJ Rou — Roy Sappingion. Uavc Harvey, Marcus Padcn, Marvjn Nisbitt. Hill NX ' allacc, Lilburn Snodgrass, Cyril Bauckc. Sriof i Rou — liu cnc Baity, John Mylcr, T. J. Ford. John Gosman, Leonard Stru ick, Bill Moreland. •iril Rou- — Mr. Long. Charles Forbes, Irvin Chiarelli, F rank Callahan, Bill Eubank, Guy Haines, Charles Rapp. Mr. Harman. v DRACONES ThirJ Row — George Pcicrson. Dale Leathers, Arthur Williams, Kleanore Rowe, Ralph Trower, Foster Redding, Bob Hill, Jim Redding, Homer Evans, John Gallagher, David Smalley. Second Row — Joan Havens, Dorothy Finncll, Millicent Mielke. Gt ' orge Sailer, Fanny Jo Robins, Betty Fasci. Helen Tree, Mary Rogers, Norma Jean Rolando, Leon Geivett. Firs Rou- — Frances Merrill, Maxine Williams, Joy Flemming, Molly Neff, Patty Daniels, Alleen Armstrong, Doris Harp, Verna Simpson, Margaret Nolte, Mildred Dalstrom. 74 A. A. U. W. Second Row — Polly Ann Andrew, Caroline Stevens, Geraldine Jones, Marie Ann Hursi, Joan Hej gs, First Row — Melba Hightower, Joanne Smith. Gwen Gibby, Delcie Ann Bartow. 7 ■y ■4 s ' - , ipiLiE iipiiii isaipi 77 KNIGHTLITES , .f 78 The presentation of the annual variety show Knightlites, December 3 and 4, was a great success. It reached its zenith with an audience of 2,567, enough to overflow the auditorium both nights. Miss Mar- tha Abbott directed the performance. The Knighthtes orchestra, with its inspiring swing music, was under the direction of Mr. B. E. Markley. The color theme made the show quite vivid. The stage setting was excellent, with even an occasional cloud floating lazily by. Bert W ' escoat ' s saxophone solo Lady in Red was well appreciated, but oh — how vivacious was the Lady in Red — Lucille Palis. The bewitching Chinese girl who sang Chinese Lullaby was Betty Jean Mason. Jimmie Hodges with her droll characterization of an accomplished pianist made everyone laugh and wonder what ridiculous thing she would do next. The Band, on the way to the game, accompanied by five smart looking majorettes, made a striking con- tra st to the spectators and the members of the footb.ill team. The octette, composed of Virginia Moore, Betty Bradford, Lois Horn, Joan Claussen, Bonnie Bannister, Carol Williamson, Dorothy Grass, and Pat King sang The Lilac Tree. Edwin Soxman, ' 4. ' , left the audience in ecstacy with his rendition of Blue Rain on his mellow trombone. The senior girls presented a humorous number called, They ' re Either Too Young or Too Old. Richard McGehee gave expert advice on how to keep your good man who nowadays is hard to find. Everyone from grandfather to baby brother held his breath when Corinne Yohn performed her acro- batic dances. Deep Purple was splendidly played on the piano by Lorraine Schmidt. Blossom Douthat sang beautifully the British Children ' s Prayer. It reminded us of the eternal prayer said for those who are fighting to protect all the children of the world. The dancing couples moved dreamily along to the music of the Missouri Waltz. Pat King ' s ballet dance was superb — her movements ever graceful. Horse and buggy days were ushered in with the singing of the Surrey with the Fringe on Top by Betty Burnham, Joan Claussen, Mary J. Griffith, Shirley Subert, Shirley Ann Frazier, Coleen Cartwright, Waunitta Mathews, and Joanne Wcldon. The fier steeds who pulled the surreys were Bill Booy, Eldon Pence, Julian Smith, Robert Henry, Richard Stillman, Leon Geivett, Junior Carlson, and Howard Har- renstien. The Misses Robinson, Wilkin, Ballinger, McMaster, Woodward, Deatlierage, Wright, and Bury with their sprightly escorts, Messrs. Cooke, Harman, Markley, Powell, Lasley, Long, Smith, and Laury kept everyone in a hilarious mood. Mr. Markley ' s solo, I ' m Sorry I Made You Cry was memorable. The Green Room Gossip skit gave everyone a view of life backstage. This was enjoyed tremendously. Russia was represented by Betty Rac Cline in a fascinating Russian dance which included many of the difficult Cossack capers and by Roland Beery singing And Russia Is Her Name in true Russian style. The persistent tap-tapping of feet was made by the line composed of Pat King, Corinne Yohn, Gloria Selvidge, Mattie Greer, Betty Rae Cline, Lucille Palis, Janet Stites, and Margi Jo Hill. Allan Martin played the piano solo Siboney in true Latin American style. Lois Horn, our Kate Smith, sang This Is My Country. The entire cast assembled for the finale. Costumes were made under the supervision of Miss Helen Howell and Miss Mildred Wriglu, Mrs. Yohn and Mrs. Stites made several sets of costumes for the tap line. 79 CUCKOOS ON THE HEARTH 80 ' CUCKOOS ON THE HEARTH Cuckoos on the Hearth, a murder comedy by Parker Fennelly, was the excellent choice for this year ' s spring play, directed by Miss Maria Theresa Fetters. The beautiful setting of a living room on a farm in northern Main was especially appreciated by the audience. Donald Carlton, inventor of a new secret weapon, is summoned to Washington. His going will leave his wife, Charlotte, en the farm with Lulu Pung, a cousin, and an eccentric novelist, Zadoc Grimes. Carlton is notified that a patient, who recites poetry while he strangles women, has escaped from a sanitorium nearby. A short time after he leaves three strangers arrive, Doc Ferris, the Professor, and Reverend Clarence Underbill. They ask to stay until morning to escape the storm. Late that night the Professor tries to make Charlotte tell where her husband ' s invention is located, but is unsuccessful. The Reverend, gagged by Doc and the Professor, suddenly gets the upper hand and marches the Professor and Doc outside to lock them in their car. Meanwhile, Charlotte is surprised by the appearance of the lady attendant. Dr. Gordon, from the sanitorium. Suddenly Dr. Gordon breaks their pleasant discourse to recite some of her original poems, moving closer and closer until her fingers touch Charlotte ' s throat. A nice ending for a murder mystery, but that is not what actually happens; for that ending is the one Zadoc Grimes wrote in his story of Harmony Hearth. The truth is that Carlton returns unexpectedly with Sheriff Preble and captures the criminals. Carlton places the strangers in his gas chamber and the Sheriff and Charlotte are left alone in the living room. The Sheriff begins to recite his favorite poetry for her amusement. Yes, he is the crazv patient from the sanitorium. What was that? No, Charlotte is not strangled. Carlton and the state troopers arrive in time to save her. 8l V 8z .r • ' Z - .( ' t- .. ' . ' Y,4f i ' T3- ' i .-. M- c ' ;■ .«j— r — r -V. s ® ®iii minjs 83 Today music is needed more than ever. The service men, defense workers, and others — all wish to relax in their spare moments and enjoy one of the finer things of life. Service men like music because that is a part of civilian life which they can take to the front. It is the means through which many people gain strength and mental courage to face new problems. Thus, music should not be laid aside during the time of war, but brought forth with renewed vigor to help win the war. The band and orchestra, directed by Mr. Benjamin E. Markley, provide year-round entertain- ment for the student body. The orchestra plays the overture and provides background music for the Fall Play. It also plays for assemblies and for outside organizations. The band furnishes the music for the football and basketball games. In keeping with tradition, the band marched in the Armistice Day and the American Royal P jadcs this year. On March 10, the band and orchestra sponsored a pecial assembly. They provided the en- tire program. This not only gave experience to its members, but it also gave the student body enjo ment. The annual musical event anticipated by all is the Festival of Music, which was presented on April 21. The a cappella choir, orchestra, glee club, band, and many soloists and ensembles par- ticipated. Its purpose, other than the musical contributions, is to raise money for equipment and for new uniforms for the music department. 84 ©niosaiigipsi m® ©iis © - 85 (g!ii®aiii The choir is called n cappella which means singing without accompaniment. A cappella sing- ing develops a keenness of harmonic feeling, a purity of intonation, ensemble quality and bal- ance, and also an appreciation of choral singing. The a cappella choir, under the direction of Mr. B. E. Markley, has made several public ap- pearances at school assemblies, churches, clubs, conventions, and other organizations. The choir is composed of students selected for their ability in singing. The members have always performed well, and we are proud of them. We are equally proud of all the other fine music groups. In the past, advanced students from Southeast have participated in state and national music contests. Since this was not possible this year because of the war conditions, Southeast put on its own music contest. Vocalists and instrumentalists took part. Outside judges were obtained and each student participating was given a rating. Those receiving first places were presented a gold medal. The better performers gave their solos for the student body at one of the assemblies. Smaller groups were chosen from the choir and girls ' glee club to sing for various organiza- tions upon request. The girls ' octette is one of these smaller groups which perform for assem- blies, the Festival of Music, Knightlites, churches, the Soldiers ' Canteen, and other outside or- ganizations. « - i U ' • II w u 86 87 V ( 6. ' J cL - cy I ' o ' ■ ri I f - ,;jt K- i n ' - ' rt 4 N - Li c- ' U sM , •:mmm,:.MmM0s , . i. ■.■(■.•■, ipiLa(§3a iL®(§ 89 ' Jte JlJ - — ■ ' — 1. ' ' t ' A SENIOR ' S DIARY Septembi R 8-10 — Here I am a senior at last! after being a little cheese for three years. Ah, yes. Well, the sixth generation of Knights plunged into a new school year this week. More power to them and may they lose that scared look by the time they are seniors. SEPTiiMiihR 13-17 — I have finally memorized my classes now so that I don ' t find myself in some room at the wrong time. Si PTEMBER 20-24 — Southeast has a new foot- ball coach this year, Mr. Laurence Cooke. Greet- ings and good tidings, fellow enthusiast. Our hopes are with you. October 2 — Off to a good start. The Knights turned back X ' stport ' s eleven, 12 to 0, in the first league football game. Yea, Southeast! October 4-8 — End of first five weeks. Al- ready? I heard our younger set really enjoyed the first all-freshmen mixer. October 11-15 — The new Southeast Com- munity Center at Mark Twain School is really a hit! Practically everybody turned out for sing- ing, dancing, games, and plenty of fun at the opening of the center on Thursday night. October 18-22 — O joy, the teachers took time out to help with ration book Number Four this week and everybody enjoyed four days of vacation. Some of the students assisted with the distribution. October 25-29 — For the first time in South- east ' s history, our athletic girls played hostess to representatives from five other Kansas City high schools for Hockey Play Day. Did all right for themselves, too! November 1-5 — United States, Great Britain, Russia, and China negotiated a pact this week pledging complete cooperation until the AxiS powers are defeated mid the peace is won. That is another score for our side with total victory coming nearer! November 8-12 — American Education Week. The Making of a Knight was presented for Open House and the freshman induction assem- bly. The Class of ' 47 really feels like true Knights now, I hope. November 15-19 — Mingled looks of surprise, sorrow, and elation were seen as report cards brought out the awful truth — well, the truth anyway! November 22-24 — Oh, those College Apti- tude tests! I really needed the Thanksgiving va- cation — turkey and heavy dates for the most fortunate. December 3-4 — The Sixth Annual Knight- lites played to jammed houses Friday and Sat- urday nights. The colors of the rainbow were carried out in the stage setting, the lighting, and the costuming. Such remarks as beautiful scen- ery, fine performance, and clever acts were heard during and after the performance. December 10 — Our new basketball mentor, Jejs C. Cross, coached the first game of the sea- son against William Chrisman High School. Scores: First team 22 — William Chrisman 29; second team 47 — William Chrisman 1 1 . December 22 — Music and speech students pre- sented a beautiful Christmas assembly today ushering in the ten day vacation. Merry Christ- mas and Happy New Year everybody! January 3-7 — In Europe, a mighty Russian offensive cracked the old Polish border as it stood in 1939. Russians advanced in all sectors. January 10-14 — ' Victory Corps members dis- tributed reading matter on the 4th War Loan Drive to our own and neighboring communities. The Nation ' s goal was 14 billion dollars. Sixteen senior boys took the Navy V-5 examination this week. January 17-21 — School is half over now and I guess it is really true when they say your senior year goes the fastest. The Knight quintet whipped Paseo, 27 to 16, Saturday night. January 24-2 8 — Mr. Robert E. White, a former mathematics teacher at Southeast, passed away this week. Students and teachers alike will re- member Mr. White as a fine, outstanding man. January 31 -February 4 — Shall I get a ring or a pin? Everybody dug deep for a $2.00 down-payment on his senior jewelry this week. Girl athletes went to Manual for a basketball play day and won all three games. 91 A SENIOR ' S DIARY February 7-11 — What a busy week! Philhar- monic concert on Monday, dancing lessons for beginners in the rifle range on Thursday, and an assembly with talent from Paseo on Friday. Oh, yes, $1.35 for graduation announcements. Golly, that time is sure getting near. February 14-18 — The Valentine Mixer on Monday was really super! Lush decorations and refreshments, too. Tryouts are on now for the spring play. I wonder who will get the lead! February 21-25 — Southeast students are out to earn a Minute Man flag. War stamp and bond sales rose this week to the unprecedented height of 1 14 per cent, after a previous average far be- low that. February 2 8 -March 3 — Dwight Fricke, our star goal shooter, really brought an honor to himself and Southeast this week when he was chosen as forward on the All Star Team. Con- gratulations, Dwight! March 7-11 — For the fourth time, Southeast students ' went over the top in the purchase of war stamps and bonds, and this participation of 90 per cent or more entitles us to a Minute Man flag. On the lighter side, R.O.T.C. cadets stepped out with their dates to the informal R.O.T.C. mixer. March 14-18 — In the spring a young man ' s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of — track. Mr. Jess Cross, with Mr. Cooke ' s assistance, will coach this year ' s track team. Kent Evans and Bob Spaeth return as lettermen. March 20-24 — Screams, shudders, and expres- sions of doubt coming Friday and Saturday nights from the vicinity of the school audito- rium announced another annual play Cuckoos on the Hearth, an escapist comedy-murder mystery. March 27-31 — Oh, for the life of a hobo! Ev- erybody laid his dignity aside, wore his oldest clothes, and enjoyed the existence of one who doesn ' t care about style at the Hobo Dance in the gym Friday night. Faculty hobos chose Ron- nie Mills and Mary Kathryn Stoli as supreme hobos, king and queen of the dance! April 3-6 — I always did say lunch was my fa- vorite subject! It ' s heavenly eating to strains of I ' ll Be Around, Star Eyes, or some other Sinatra creation, thanks to the new juke box the junior class got for us. Four-day Easter vacation this week. Fine! April 10-14 — A Minute Man flag now flies with Old Glory from our flagpole as a result of Southeast ' s fine stamp-bond purchases lately. The Pan American Banquet Friday night was enjoyed by many who are interested in closer relationship with our neighbors to the south. Sc hablaba csptiiiol. April 21 — Band, orchestra, glee club, and a cap- pella choir presented the Fifth Annual Music Festival tonight. The finale, Onward, Christian Soldiers, with massed chorus and band, was particularly impressive. April 29 — The annual Beta Club formal dance was held tonight in our gym. But you never would have recognized it disguised as a glamor- ized western ranch! The festiveness of long, swishy skirts in a myriad of colors made a beau- tiful picture under a midnight sky of twinkling stars. (Yes, the boys were pretty, too!) May 5 — So Southeast has her beautiful models, too! Girls in the clothing classes modeled their creations for Arts Night tonight. The art, foods, clothing, metal and woodwork departments also had displays of their work in their respective rooms. May 13 — The event of the year! The junior class tonight played host to the senior class at the Junior-Senior Prom. The dance was formal and Knights and their ladies danced to the mu- sic of a real dance band. May 15-19 — Can ' t stop! Gotta rush to cram for senior exams. Oh, I ' ll be glad when they are over:: (Sigh; May 26 — Oh, woe! how can this be my last Crusader Day and the last day of high school life besides? But it is. I want to say that going to Southeast has been a real experience and the friends, both students and faculty, I have made have been wonderful, too. Goodbye and good luck, everybody! 92 CRUSADER STAFF In the spring of 1943 the Crusader staff was selected, and work began that fall. Several in- spiring themes were submitted; the most out- standing was Aviation. Hence, each of the four classes of high school students has been given the name and characteristics of an aircraft representative of the achievements and school rank of the class. The Crusader staff is organized in the fol- lowing manner: The editor-in-chief docs all the general lay- out work, supervises the work of all the staff, and is responsible for assembling the Crusader properly. The literary editor ' s duty is to organize and assign to her staff ail write-ups and feature sections. The art editor with his staff furnishes the Crusader with its cover design and sketches. The photographic editor with the aid of his staff is responsible for taking and producing most of the photographs for the Crusader. The Crusader staff has been fortunate in hav- ing such fine sponsors with whom they have worked. Miss Ethel Graham, who has so ably supervised the work of the literary staff of the Crusader si nce its first issue in 1939, was un- able to continue her services because of illness. Miss Anna B. Shouse consented to be literary adviser. Much credit is due Miss Martha Abbott for her excellent supervision of all art work and Mr. Elwood B. Shirling for his service as general manager of the entire Crusader staff. Randolph Smith, Virgin).! Moore, Mar- garet Stratemeier, Kenneth Krom, C:harles Kraft, Fleta Mae Scott, Carol VC ' ilHamson, Frances Diers, Geraldine Jones, Rosamond Dawson, Ruth Smith, Bill Christy, Jimmy Hodges, Claire Harholt, Roberta Harding, Charles Bixnian, Ronald Coit, Charles Roth- enanger. 93 TOWER STAFF Members of the Tower staff h ' ave the responsibility of writing, editing, and making up a bi-wcekly publication, the Tower. They gain practical experience in writing to interest their readers and in the efficient management of a newspaper. In addition to t heir regular duties, staff members enter mate- rial in Quill and Scroll and Missouri Interscholastic Press As- sociation contests. Five members of this year ' s staff have been accepted into the membership of Quill and Scroll. They are Phyllis Wells, Helen Tree, Mary Anna Said, Mary Rogers, and Allen Welch. On a Tangent, High Power Lines, On Reconnaisance, and a column featuring stories about our student leaders were new and enjoyable additions to the Tower this year. U Allen Welch, Mary Anna Said, Phyllis Wclls[ Helen Tree, Dona Kelly, Kddic Glasscock, Robert McDonald, Betty Fasci, Doris Fretz, Betty Bradford, Betty Jo Husband, Jack Gossajje, Ted Blocker, Dallas Dunn, Mary Rogers, Fannie Jo Robbins, Norma Crowell, Alice Larson, Jimmic Hodges, Waunitta Mathews, Kathleen Hicks, ' John Whitehead, Irank C allahan. V o 94 PHOTOGRAPHY Fint Roll — George Diehl, Leon Rojch, Fred Browcr, Barney Ricketts, Arthur Boyd, Jolin H.ilste.id. Kenneth Peck. •Vrs Roil ' — Charles Gattenby, Betty Mjllnian. Bertha Aubuchon. Nellie Ann Angle, Mary Cozad, Jerry Randolph, Vernon Klngcade, Lawrence Reddick. Abscntt ' vs — Helen Brizendine, June Van Gilder. The main purpose of the photography chiss is to train photographers to serve as members of the next year ' s Crusader staff. As these photographers are being trained, they also assist in many ways to produce the Crusader. They help with routine work such as: assisting with group pictures, trimming and mount- ing pictures. They also assist in the complicated and involved system of taking underclass pictures, which includes holding plates, filing, record work and identifications, collectmg money, and serving as messengers. Those in the class who have had a course in drafting help lay out pages for mounting pictures and also help with the dummy lay-out. Mr. Elwood Shirling is the instructor. 95 .iX 96 ' . A ' wv . ♦ ., .A A i g (0®SMIB 97 iij FOOTBALL This year the Southc.ist Knights, although not champions, showed outstanding form, iight, and willingness. Coach Lawrence C. Cooke took over coaching responsibilities when Mr. John W. Laury, last year ' s mentor, was unable to continue in that capacity because of a recent illness. Coach Cooke developed a team full of undeniable spirit and pep. Small, but mighty, the battling Knights showed splendid sportsmanship, which is after all, the main idea upon which this All- American sport is based. In the fall of each year, high schools in Kansas City initiate a form of friendly rivalry within the Interscholastic League. The combats that ensue portray an exhibition of remarkable playing on the part of the members of these various teams. The Knights plunged into the spirit of football and came through with a victory over Westport, the only victory for the team during the season. This proved to be a line-smashing, fast-moving bout which held many attractions for the spectators. Hard luck interfered, however, and numerous injuries suffered by the teamsmen weakened the Knight defensive. Nevertheless, this group of eleven gridsters retained their determined, aggressive spirit, and with the assurance of the student body ' s support, continued to play fine football. After the season. Bill Longgood, a two-year letterman, was elected captain by his teammates. Bill deserved this honor as he proved on the gridiron. Jim Wright, because of his splendid playing at tackle, won a berth on the All-Star Team. Cecil Coombe, now in the United States Army, had charge of the second team and from a large squad, molded an outstanding team. The manager of the 1943 football team was Clyde Bowles. To him, the team, and to Coach Laurence Cooke belongs all the credit for one of Southeast ' s most successful seasons. 98 FIRST TEAM hunrth Ron- — Alex Hodges, Bob Hill, Russell Reese, Bob Withey, Joe Gardner. Third Rou- — Clyde Bowles, Mgr., Dwight Fricke, Ronnie Mills, Jim Wright, Howard Bledsoe, Glenn Burton, Willard Payne, Mansell Baker, Kent Evans, George Clark, Charles Brislcy, Mgr. Second Rou — Jack Mielkc, Wak Williamson, Bob Spaeth, Bill Gosney, Edward Donahue. First Row — Cyril Bauke, Stanley Heathman, Clarence Sagaser, Bill Longgood, Irvin ChiarcUi, Robert Bedell, Jack Higgins, Mel Connett. 99 SECOND TEAM liiiirlb Ron — J.K ' k Grcenen, Frank I..uiry, Marvin Harrcnsicrn, Howard Young, liill hrtcman. John Hunt, Tom Gorman, Howard Clark, Dale Leathers, Jim Grecncn, Kenneth Peck. Third Row — Boycc Smith, Paul Webb, Don Ware. Lome Buckner, Carl Quiesert, George Dunn, Jay Millen, Don White, Joe Passcrini, Gerre Pittenger, Marcus Paden. Second Row — Roscoe Bedell, Don Oberjuerge, Cecil Taylor, Bill Snyder, Noel Coopcridcr, James Stigall, Tommy Link, Jerry Harkins, Howard Pinkard, Gordon Cramer, Kenneth Sailer. First Ron- ' — Bob Palmer, Raymond Rowc, Louis Brown, Kenneth Shipley, Leon Brownficid, Guy Haines, Bill Mountjoy, Stanley Watson, Charles Forbes, Dick Livingston, T. J. Ford. lOO BASKETBALL This year Southeast tried the squad system, instead of referring to a boy as being on the first, second, or third team. Of the first two squads only eight boys were allowed to rep re- sent each group; then those remaining were placed on the C or third squad. Squad A was made up of boys of any classi- fication in school; B only juniors and sophomores and C only sophomores. Advancement was made by moving from one squad to the next higher ones. Squad A was captained by all-star Dwight Fricke, who was elected captain after the regular playing season. During the regular season D.illas Dunn and Raymond Withrow acted as captains on the floor. Squad B was captained by Jack Bollinger, who suited up many times with the A squad to lend his assistance to their playing. Our B squad players should not be overlooked, for It must be remembered that the boys from this team were used as a means of developing the A squad and that the B squad members are future players of the school. There was no reg- ular league for these boys this year, but you can see by their record that they gave a good account of themselves. Squad C was known as the yearlings and was captained by Noel Cooperider, who did a splendid job in keeping these boys on their toes all year. li SCORES SE ■WILLIAM CHRISMAN 12 29 PASEO BONNER SPRINGS 31 32 CENTRAL NORTH KANSAS CITY 30 20 OLATHE ALUMNI 37 45 LAWRENCE MANUAL 31 45 EAST WfSTPORT 18 32 NORTHEAST 6uTHWEST 26 51 SE 27 16 3 5 40 31 44 32 51 27 24 32 33 lOI SQUADS A. B. C Sixth Row — Dallas Dunn, Mr. Cross, Charles lirislcy, Glenn liurlon. Fif h Roif — Charles Kraft, Ross C(X)k, Bob Bedell, Dwight Fricke, Charles Fitzgerald. Fourth Row — Jack Gibby, Homer livans, Charles Brisley, Mgr., John Hunt, Ronnie Mills. ThinI Row — Paul Chaffee, Jack Bollinger, Far! Niewald, O. L. Jolley, Mansell Baker, SiToilil Row — Mr. Cross, Don X ' hite, Richard Kraft, Don Oberjuerge, Bill Snyder, Dale I eathers, Charles Brisley, Mgr. FiTit Row — Jerry Harkins, X ' illard Payne, Roscoc Bedell, Paul NicwMld, Leonard Raskin, Bob Palmer, Lornc Buckner. 102 Mi KJ CHEER LEADERS SfCoiiJ Rolf — Mary Smiley, Lucille Palis, Charlenc Lambertz. Fint Row — -Leon Roach, Leo Baggerly, Barney Ricketts. 104 TRACK The 1944 Track Team made a good start this year by win- ning the first meet with Southwest, 49-42. Outstanding in this meet were Kent Evans, George Clark, Bob Spaeth, and Paul Griffin. Kent placed first in the 100 yard dash, with a record of 10.6 seconds and also first in the 220 yard dash in 23.6 seconds. George Clark placed first in the 200 yard low hurdles, his re- corded time 25.5 seconds. Bob Spaeth, our star vaulter, won first place, clearing the 10 ' 3 mark. Paul Griffin placed first in the broad jump with a record of 20 ' Ya • The second meet of the season was lost to Central, although the Knights held five firsts. Kent Evans again won the 100 yard dash. George Clark won in the 200 yard low hurdles, and Bob Spaeth vaulted 10 ' 9 . Glenn Burton placed first in the broad jump with 19 ' 3 . Alex Hodges placed first in the 440 yard dash in 5 5.5 seconds. In the third meet of the season. Southeast engaged Northeast with the resulting score of 61-30 in favor of Northeast. In this meet Southeast held four firsts. Evans placed first in the 100 yard dash. Livingston, Westbrook, Hodges, and Evans won the 880 yard relay in 1:38.6. Again Spaeth led in pole vaulting and Evans in the 220 yard dash. The fourth meet with East went to East with a score of 39-52. The Knights held three firsts in this meet. On May 1, the team competed with William Chrisman High with the resulting score of 67 4-23 in favor of Southeast. The City Meet was held at Southwest May 13, and the State Meet at Columbia, Missouri, May 6th. Dashmen — Evans, Westbrook. Livingston, Hill, Evans. Runners — Hodges, Donahue, Clark, Buchner, De La Porte, Link, ' eber, Pittenger, Pin kard, Baucke, Graham, Mountjoy. Hurdlers — Williamson, Buchner, Vi ' hitc, Painter, Clark, Webb. Broad Jumpers — Withey, GritHn, Burton, Queisert. High Jumpers — Williamson, Haines, Painter, Cook. Shot Putters — Gosney, Westbrook, Donahue, Livingston, Connet, Hunt, Leathers. Pole Vaulters — Spaeth, Clark, Bledsoe, Bollinger, Webb. Relaymen — Evans, Westbrook, Hodges, Livingston, Hill, De La Porte. 105 TRACK TEAM f : « «S4 1 a ' ' tour h Ron — Don Vt ' hite, Rod Graham, Bob Painter, Paul Webb, George De La Porte, Mel Connet, John Hunt, Tom Link, James Mountjoy, Carl Quciscrt, Dale Leathers, Ross Cook. Third Row — Charles Forbes, Marvin Harrenstein, Marcus Paden, Leslie Morris, Stanley Hcathman, Billy Eckcnroed, Boycc Smith, Leslie Banghart, John Myler, Cyril Bauckc. Second Row — Ed Donahue, Duane Clark, Bill Weber, Howard Bledsoe, Loren Buchner, Norman Gaar (Athletic Manager), Gerre Pittenger, Howard Pinkard, Richard Livingston, Bob Hill. First Row — Bill Gosney, Bob Wichey, Paul Gritfin, Duane X ' cstbrouk, Walt X ' illiamson, Bob Spaeth, Kent Evans, George Clark, Alex Hodges, Guy Haines, Glenn Burton. jtss C. Cross Laurence Cooke V rr w tiiJ ' ' i IjLi-iiJ: - JL. ' lJ I io6 I07 GOLF SeconJ Row — Mr. Harman, Simpson, Grecn n, Gre:;nen. i n Rolf — Palmer, Clark. Cook, Withey. Southeast High School placed second in the Interscholastic Golf Tournament this year. The team was defeated by only a small margin of sixteen strokes. Ross Cook, a junior, was elected captain of the team. He played four good rounds of golf and we are expecting more good work from him. Don Palmer, our star performer, came in second with indi- vidual low score honors for eighteen holes, and first with individual low score honors for four rounds of play. George Clarke, a senior, played excellent golf, and the team will be sorry to lose him. Bob Withey played good consistent golf and we hope he will be a star next year. With three experienced players. Southeast should be able to win the championship next fall. io8 GIRLS ' ATHLETICS ThirJ Row — Ruth Smith, Jackie Hill, Mary Kathryn Stoll, Margaret Slratemeicr, Caroline Stevens, Jackie Hill, Dolores Coleman. Second Row — Dolores Coleman, Mary Kathryn Stoll. First Row — Betty Rac Cline, Caroline Stevens, Margaret Stratcmeier. 109 GIRLS ' ATHLETICS % t 9 t n M IS f i f no GIRLS ' ATHLETICS M. ■M.Kl ' WI. -l FnarTTTMnriw HOUR 1 HOUR 2 HOUR 3 HOUR 4 HOUR 5 HOUR 6 112 BOYS ' ATHLETICS Boxing champions, ping pong champions, soccer champions II} - BOYS ' ATHLETICS Heavy weight basketball champions, volley ball champions, li ht weight baskclball champions, football champions 114 ' f)( ' 0 - d i 5 -4 . i - r 5 o I T- « §1 -i k . ' DWm: r -. C ■ ■■ ;■ ' Vvu i A r , - v .A.y «i FIRST PLATOON The leaders of the First Pl.iitKin have endeavored to instill in the cadets under their supervision an appreciation of the obligations and privileges of citizenship. They have worked to make leaders out of the cadets. The result of their efforts will be determined by the conduct of the cadets as citizens. The First Platoon was admirably commanded by Second Lieutenant Kenneth Krt m, and Sergeant Tom Patten proved tc- be a very efficient second in command. Staff Sergeant Charles ■Bixman was the platoon sergeant, while Corporal John White- head faithfully undertook the duties of platoon guide. Captain Roland Erhart, the ranking officer in the comp.iny, was selected from the ranks of the First Platoon. Captain Erhart was not promoted to the rank of Major or allowed to enter the competition for colonel or lientenant-colonel be- cause of the small enrollment in R. O. T. C. This year the enrollment in R. O. T. C. was not sufficient to create a battalion, but the deficiency in number was more than balanced by the quality of the work of the cadets. Ruland Erhart, Arthur Boyd, Richard Hocott, Rex Hoopcs, Kenneth Krom, Tom Patten, John Whitehead, Charles Bixman, Allen Welch, Ed Adams, Leo Baggerly, Jay Bledsoe, Ralph Flannery, Gene Nichols, Roy Russell, Ronald Saunders, Herbert Schiff, Paul Vi ' illiams, Wayne Smith, Charles Rothenanger, Grover Chappcll, Ronald Coit, Carl Perm, Frank Fisher, Edwin Glasscock, Richard Goll, Ronald Harlan, Denzil Maple, Ted Stressner, Richard Wehner, DarrcU Apple, David Brown, Robert Broyles, Robert Crossw hite, Charles Gattenby, Robert Grecnliaw, James Mountjoy, Claude Smith, Melvin Smith. SECOND PLATOON The Second Platoon has enjoyed a very successful year. The cadets have received some very valuable traininj; which will come in handy later on. One of the purposes of the R. O. T. C. is to train leaders, and some very fine leaders have come from the Second Platoon. The platoon was ably commanded by First Lieutenant Bill Chapell with Second Lieutenant Harold Bell as second in com- mand. First Lieutenant Bill Nance served as second-in-com- mand of the whole company. Staff Sergeant James Graybeal,- as platoon sergeant, kept all records efficiently. Sergeant Bob Summers acted as platoon guide. All of them put in extra time working for the improvement of the organization. The Second Platoon is very proud of its three rifle team members: Lieutenant Nance, Lieutenant Bell and Staff -Sergeant Graybeal. They spent many hours, before and after school, improving their marksmanship. The Second Platoon has ranked high in inspections this year. Some of the cadets have a large number of inspection points to their credit, and the showing as a whole has been very good. The cadets in the Second Platoon have drilled intently with the hope of ranking high in government inspection on Field Day. X ' ill 13111 Chappcli, ' illiani Nance, Harold Bell, James Graybeal, Robert Summers, James Moore, Terence Craig, Richard Hardwick. Ray Husband, Harold Jordan. Keith Kissee. Dclbert Massey, Jerry Marquess, Jack McLaughlin, Lloyd Mortimer, Frank right, John £ ' olcott, William Adams. Kenneth Bottenberg, James Bradshaw, Chase Clark, Sanford Eisman, Kenneth Hllsberry, Robert March, Allan Morgan, James Nicholas, James Smith, Murray Nolte, Robert Btmar, William Christy, John Gallagher, Harry Henry, William Keyes, Edward McLaughlin, Ralph Miller, Herbert Pebley, Ralph Trower, William Vastcrling, Ji:)seph White. 7 RIFLE TEAM j n ■ - ' William Nance, Tom Patten, James Graybeal, Kenneth Krom. Gene Nichols, Harold Bell, Roland Erhart. INDIVIDUAL SCORES First Lieutenant Harold Bell 177 Staff Sergeant James Graybeal 167 Second Lieutenant Kenneth Krom 179 First Lieutenant William Nance 166 Corporal Gene Nichols 168 Captain Erhart Lieutenant Hoopcs Lieutenant Chappcll Lieutenant Krom Lieutenant Bell Lieutenant Nance ii8 XJ] 119 WITH THE ARMED FORCES ARMY Milton W. Adams Eugene Alflf Arthur J. Alvis Ed Anderman C. X ' ilbur Andreasen John Arbuthnot Robert Arello Thomas Arello X ' incent Ashwill P. ' ul Babbitt Kenneth Baker Walter Baker Kenneth Baxter Charles Becker Theodore Bell Charles L. Bennett Gordon Bennett Richard Bennett James Black Leioy Boenker John Boiler Wallace Brown Donald Broyles Burt Burnham William F. Cartwright P. C. Chapman Glenn Chasteen Olaf C. Christiansen Kenneth Clark Harry B. Clingan Vernon Coit David Comer Joe Comer Charles J. Cook James R. Cooksey Elbert J. Corpeny, Jr. Arthur C. Cotts Glen Crowell Joe Damico Lee D. Daniels Channing Davidson Michael Davis Wayne Davis Donald Dayton Carroll L. Dennis William R. Dewey Warren Dickerson Buford Doyle Norman Duley John Eckstein Paul Eckstein Stephen Eckstein James Eib Randolph Erhart Frank Ernst Robert Estes Joe Evans John Fahey David Fleming Iley Gardner Harold Gcddes Robert Geddes Edward Geiss Everette Glenn Jay Gosney Ward Graham Don Groll Rueze Hackley Louis Hammer Don Haney Robert Harrar Robert Harris William Harris Jack Hartman Holly Haworth Charles Henley Donald E. Herr James Heydon Gale Hoflfman Charles Horsley John P. Hughes Howard James Lawrence Jewett Frank Johnson Richard C. Johnson Robert H. Johnson Tom E. Jones Clifton Keclik James Keith Ray Langford Carl D. Lewis Wayne Ludden Richard Lyons Tom Lyons Norman Mansell Donald B. McBride Robert McDonald Pvoger McDonald Arthur G. McLoughlin Leroy C. Mereness Warren Miller Louis A. Minter John Montfort Richard Moore Wilbur Niswonger Edwin Norvell Ray Norvell Jerry Ott Victor Pearce Walt Pearson Robert Pearson William Peek Richard Perkins Homer Pinkard Glenn C. Pool Roger Rains Robert Raisbeck Donald Rogers William Rolls Charles A. Roth Jack Rupert Dan Russell John Paul Russell William Rutherford Henry A. Sanders Mickey Shine Fred Shirley Charles Smith Frank Smith Harold Snyder Eugene Soncrant Edwin Soxman Robert Stephenson Frank Stiegler Wilbur Stiegler Arthur Stratton Shelby J. Sturgeon Donald Summers Richard Swetnam Richard Talbot Wallace Talbot Frank Tolle Merrill Van Dyke Duane Van Gilder Farl Wallace Clarence Watson Bill Webb John Westbrook WITH THE ARMED FORCES James White Ray White Victor White, Jr. Henry Wilhehnsen Wayne WilHams Clarence Wilson Ronald Wilson Victor Wilson Harold Woods WAC Betty Scrogham NAVY Ben Amsler Merwin Ashwill Clifford S. Ayers William Ayers Donald Bates William Baughman James Becker Lawrence Becker Leroy Begin T. H. Benedict Robert A. Berry Lee Beyer Sylvan Biltz Holiis Bledsoe Richard Boone ' alter Bray Robert L. Brenner Allen Brockhouse William Brownfield Wayne Broyles Dale Burlile George Burroughs James Butler W. R. Cadwalladcr, Jr. James Campbell Edward Chapman Eugene E. Chapman Eldon Chasteen David Clyde Charles Conway Donald R. Cooper Floyd F. Cox Leonard Crowcll Gene Davidson Edward Davis L. M. Davis Roy L. Davis Ernest Dayton Charles Dixon Leslie Ecklund Robert Ellis Eddie W. Falke Jack Farber Forest Fessler Alfred Ferguson William Flamm Wallace Force David Francis James Frank Kenneth E. Fretz Joseph B. Galbraith William Garrett Eugene Garrison James H. Garrison Robert Gattenby John Gauld Earl George Norman George Paul Gilkeson Joe Greenhaw James Haggard Raymond Hall August Hambacher William Hanavan Kenneth Hanchett Edward Hansen Warren Haycock Jack Hayward Robert Hellebuyck Ernest Henricks Gordon Herrmann James Hoffman Robert Holcomb Robert T. Hollinshead Dell Hughes Haskell Imes Robert Jeffers Milton Jeffries Arnold Jennings Eldon C. Jones Robert Kerley Jack Kuhn Richard A. Lane John Laury III William Leavey Richard Legg Richard LeRosen Jack Lohman Kenneth Long Roy Long James Louden WiUiam Martin Tom Mathis Lonnie Mays Hugh McComas Richard McGehee William R. McGehee William R. McKee James McLaughlin Donald D. McMillan Richard McNerney Joseph Michler William Miles Frank Miller Edward J. Minshall Minford Montgomery Philip Moore Robert F. Moore C. B. Moreland Robert H. Nelson Roy J. Niewald Wilbur Niewald George Nolen Arthur J. Noonan John O ' Donnell Jack Patton Ralph Perrigo Carl Phillips John Phillips Francis O. Reed, Jr. ' ood Richmond Richard Rodd James Ross Norman Schmitter Robert Dewey Sells John Shanholzer Edward E. Sigler, Jr. Guy Silkiner J. mes Simpson Royal Simpson Arthur Smiley ' incent Smiley Gene Smith James Smith 121 WITH THE ARMED FORCES Robert South Guy Southard Ohver W. Sparks Leo Spector Virgil Starbuck Lawrence Stealey Glen Stinson Hughie Strup John St. John Charles Suddarth Edward Swcaringen Thomas W. Thorpe Rex Ulricksen Paul Urban Kenneth Welch Robert Dale West Don Williams John Williams W. L. Williams Merl Woods James J. Wulff Grant Wyrick Boyd Lee Young Raymond Zinser WAVES Baibara Orrick COAST GUARD Fred Cole Richard Harlan Donald Rollert L_y MARINES Maurice Armstrong Charles Barnhart Marvin Bridges Eugene Conner F. A. Cummings Clifford Cutler Kenneth Doughty Richard Dudley R. L. Eblin Donald Evans James Hall Richard Hawkins Robert Hensley John Herter J. R. Holwell Robert Hughes William H. Hughes Marshall Martin Clayton May Harry McKinnon S. R. McLane Don Meyer Richard Palmer William Perrigo Richard Phillips Richard Randolph Charles Recke Harold E. Rice William Roth Jack Sherwood Kenneth Shireman James T. Simpson, Jr. Don Speise MARITIME SERVICE John L. Hartman Alfred Taylor Gordon Valentine U. S. MARINE WOMEN ' S RESERVE CORPS Jean Joslin Howard . ' 122 Today it is more important than ever that communities go all-out in the war effort and help bring peace sooner. What we do may seem of minor importance compared to what our boys and girls are doing over there, but it is a part of a great plan in which this community is a participant. Southeast, along with churches and grade schools in this district, has been one of the cen- ters for carrying on war activities. The national government sent out a plea for waste paper to be used in vital war industries. The Southeast Victory Corps, organized for the purpose of instructing our student mem- bers to work on the home front, immediately began to sponsor weekly pape r collections at school. A plan was instigated, whereby paper could be salvaged from the cafeteria, as well as all the classrooms, and later baled and collected by truck. The Victory Corps sponsor, Mr. George R. Powell, also suggested that various school organizations use the system of collect- ing from each person a certain number of pounds of paper instead of a financial assessment when money was needed. The members of the Victory Corps delivered to the homes within the vicinity literature concerning the Fourth War Loan. This activity was of prime importance to our national security. Among other things, the Victory Corps acted as an exchange to take care of the planning of victory gardens, which included the finding and assigning of garden plots on vacant grounds, promoting home gardens in the community, and supplying informational pamphlets explaining the technicalities of gardening to inexperienced gardeners. A system of credits was set up for work done by Victory Corps members under these divi- sions: General Membership, Community Service, Production, Land, Air, and Sea. Of the many other tasks carried out by the Victory Corps, the help rendered in the Junior Red Cross Annual Membership Drive in March was very important and successful. A com- mittee from the Victory Corps obtained information from the home rooms, containing re- ports on quotas and per cent of participation, and then recorded and publicized them in the display castle. The Membership Drive, mentioned above, was only a small part of the many worthwhile activities of the Junior Red Cross. This splendid organization accomplished much through its Junior Red Cross Council, composed of a representative and an alternate from each home room. These councilmen conveyed the information discussed in meetings to the students. They told them of the work they could do to help Americans in the United States, Europe, Asia, and other parts of the globe. Some of our students participated in the following: making surgical dressings, serving as staff assistants, knitting afghans and mufflers, etc., aiding at the Blood Donor Center, salvaging waste, sewing articles, packing Christmas boxes, collecting discarded clothing and clean rags, and collecting books and magazines for soldiers. The work of the Junior Red Cross has been an outstanding factor in the war effort and Southeast, under Miss Hannah Bury ' s guidance as sponsor, assisted by Miss Mary Virginia Clarke, Miss Lucy Neville, Mr. George R. Powell, Mr. Emmett Smith, and Miss Claribell Woodward, has worked toward all goals faithfully. Southeast ' s students know how serious this war is. They have shown this in their readiness tc buy war bonds and stamps. In fact, the per cent of student and teacher participation, ninety per cent or more, permitted Southeast to fly a Minute Man Flag, along with Old Glory. The constant urging bv the home room teachers and the recent pep talks by Miss Minnie Dingee, did much toward our achieving this flag. 1 3 Jj ' (g awa am Many clubs and organizations had to minimize their activities this year. Maybe there weren ' t quite as many field trips, glamorous parties, and formal dances, but still the main purposes of the clubs were carried out. A great many students found part-time jobs their answer to the call for help in further- ing the war effort. They have, in their work, learned much that will be valuable to them when seeking a permanent position. The faculty, too, have taken the war and its many enfringements in their stride. All of them are serving in one way or another to bring this war to an end. They are maintaining their efficient manner of teaching even though this requires more time and effort on their part due to smaller staffs, and most of them also render service in civilian defense. None of these activities which have been named in this article would have been possible if there had not been competent wise leaders. Thr following list are the officers and teacher sponsors. -y ?r f- « % m f 4 5 JUNIOR RED CROSS Barney Ricketts President Barney Ricketts  JNorma Jean Koehn Vice-President Norma Jean Koehn ean Frerking Secretary Jean Frerking ' Paul King Treasurer Alice Gardner • Helen Dunkleberg Song Leader Helen Dunkleberg Special Representatives to All City Student Council Eleanore Rowe, Shirley Frazier Sponsor: Miss Hannah Bury Censor Morum Roland Erhart ■ VICTORY CORPS CHAIRMEN: Margaret Stratemeier, Edith Wilcher, Shirley Ann Frazier, Kenneth Shipley, James Graybeal. SPONSOR: Mr. George R. Powell. [m ve H ErULL 5L5S10N HEN 5L5510N d rc I jj l ..c c oc 1 ) ) p • .- 7 yri :JL c y r. , ..- - .;. .A Y e aX l i .t  ' l ut-c ' n . r i ' . ■ T! - v ' ■ 1 .4 ' Ml 1 c ' -l : ■Ei ..i ' v. . ' ' Ni. ' j Be ■ f ' . 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