West High School - Hesperian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 108 of the 1961 volume:

miNhjeApous PUBLIC LIOttAttY Zhe Senior Class Presents THE 1961 HESPERIAN POUS MINNESOTA a. What will tomorrow bring — unbelievable conveniences in the home and the business world, accelerated travel on earth, or interstellar travel in space? Students at West High School are preparing for whatever the future may bring by the use of a constructive program of studies. The other parts of West’s well-rounded program, strong in athletic development and significant in its classroom and social associations, are also educational and preparatory. In its completion, this program will competently adapt the students to their place in tomorrow's world. The aim of the 1961 Hesperian is to present our key to the future — West High School. TABLE OF CONTENTS Faculty - - Underclassmen Organizations Athletics - - Seniors i- -School Life - 5 Mr. Frank T. Janes MR. FRANK T. JANES Through the initiative of our principal, Mr. Janes, West High has undergone many beneficial changes which are greatly appreciated by the entire student body. A new inter-com system was installed; the peeling ceilings” were removed; and new equipment was acquired for the remodeled gyms. Yes, old” West High has acquired an exciting new atmosphere. Mr. Howard Straiton Our hard working assistant principal, Mr. Straiton, has shown his ability for leadership by taking charge of the Student Council, Honor Study Halls, and the lunchroom. Among other things, he was a vital aid to the smooth operation of West High. Our Ministration MR. HOWARD STRAITON 6 ENGINEERING STAFF. J. Peterson, D. Nelson, D. Wynsteeker, F. COOKING STAFF. Mrs. Hazel Engel, Mrs. Marion Thomas, Meitznec, H. Swanson, L. Sidle, R. Parkor Mrs. Esther Forsland, Mrs. lenora Holland, Mrs. Lillian Jorrieo CLERKS. Miss Inez Mahoney, Mrs. Rosamond Nelson, Mrs. Mabel Young, Miss Genevieve Mourcr COUNSELORS. Mrs. Annette Scherer, Mr. Morris Biatch, Mrs. Gladys Dahlin 7 MR. HAROLD BAILEY English MISS SELMA BLESSIN English The Keepers of the KEYS English Department This year the English Department covered programs of pre-planned courses for each grade. All the teachers developed their course of teaching to include a study of literature, composition, and the mechanics of writing. A monthly discussion was held to improve the curriculum. Also included as a part of this program were the speech, drama, and journalism classes. The Drama Department sponsored many activities while the journalism class edited the famous West High Times. MISS ESTHER PAULSON English MR. SIGVALD STOYLEN English MRS. BETTY VORPAHL English MRS. ALICE ROOD MISS KARLOTTE THOMPSON MISS CHARLOTTE WESTBY English English English MR. JOHN BEHRENDT MISS MARY JO BOARDMAN History History MR. LLOYD JOHNSON History History Department The History Department taught a well rounded three year program. It included a history of the United States of America in a world setting for the first two years and a modern problems class to promote better international understanding for the third year. Furthermore, the development of civilization was stressed as a purpose of the unit. MR. DAVID PRIMROSE History Language Department Because of the federal grant for the language laboratory, the teachers of French, German, Latin, and Spanish were able to teach the spoken language. This laboratory greatly aided the students in pronunciation and in better comprehension of the language. MISS STELLA SORUM History MRS. LOUISE BOWERS MR. PERCY FEARING Language . Language mr. dwight McLaughlin Language MR. ERIC LINDBERG MR. ALBERT NELSON MR. CHARLES VOSS Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics MR. ANCIL ILSTRUP Physical Education MISS CAROL PETERSON Physical Education Mathematics Department The Mathematics Department specialized in accelerated classes this year. Extra emphasis was placed on a preparatory college course for seniors while there was a similar program for underclassmen. Science Department The Science Department, including biology, physics, and chemistry’, had a very constructive year. Next year new laboratories will be provided for all three subjects enabling more experimentation by the students. Physical Education Department The Physical Education department is pleased with the new showers and locker rooms in the girls' and boys’ gyms. Both teachers administered many intramural sports programs plus extracurricular activities. MR. DONALD HOUCK MR. ARTHUR NORTON MR. HUGO WICKSTROM Science Science Science MR. VICTOR HANSEN Music MR. V. RICHARD BLOMGREN MRS. ALYCE GROSS Business Education Business Education MR. ANDREW OSTAZESKI MISS HALLIE BRICKNER MR. J. VINCENT PORTER Arf MR. RICHARD DURAND Typing Work Co-ordinators Music and Art Departments Both the Art and Music Departments offered cultural opportunities for creative expression. Their much appreciated work added to the new look” at West in addition to benefiting the community. Industrial Arts —Business Education — Home Economics Preparatory in education for the future were the Industrial Arts, Business Education, and Home Economics Departments. In addition, the Occupational Relations classes were provided with actual experience by working for three hours a day. MR. ROBERT X. CASSERLY MR. JOHN DUNNEWOLD MISS FRANCES FORD Industrial Arts Industrial Arts Home Economics 'C'tyfs? Utefs v m- Archamboult, Georgiann Archibald, George Arnold, Jamos Atherton, More Auger, Gary Abramson, Richard Acer , Judy Andorson, Cheryl Andorson, Dalo Andorson, Ralph Autman, Susan Baker, Martha Baldwin, Barbara Baldwin, Michael Barnard, David Cowboy Bob is built. Barrctto, Marcell Barton, William Beach, Janet Bcllofeuillo, lorna Bergman, Connie Bergman, Robert Birkedal, Svoin Blackford, Judith Bochel, Lorraino Boland, Margora! Bolstad, Dana Bowman, Nancy Brandt, Michaol Breckon, Carrol Brooks, Joonne Brothen, Thomas Broudo, David Brumbaugh, Joann Bubol, Lois Buddo, Margie Bungert, Judith Burk. Michaol Bushey, Marilyn Butler, Bovorly Byram, Clarenco Compboll, Bruce Campion, Barbara Carlson, Joan Carlson, Linda Carlson, Michaol Corson, Nancy Casio, Ronald Cave, Patrick Christensen, Joo Christophorson, Mary Clawson, Stephen Cohen, Androa Cooper, Joyco Curtis, Martin Day, Robert Dohemmor, lorry Dchnel, Elaino Desoto, 8onita Dietrich, Annice Dion, Carol Dobbs, Carolino Dorn, Faith Dunons, Egons Dworsky, Charlos Ellefson, Carol England, Judith Erickson, LeRoy Fairholm, Judith Formoyle, Mary Ferris, Margaret Field, Jacqueline Fieldhommer, Vicki Flatten, Darwin Foio, Nikolas Fruen, Richard Furness, Ramona Gallop, Cothy Gilmore, Susan Goldman, Stevo Gratton, Susan Graven, Craig Grossman, Jerald Grossman, Raloigh Haag, Linda Hall, Carolyn Hanloy, Potricia Hanson, Rogor Hartner, Kurt Haspel, Marion Haupt, Sandra Haverstock, Carol Hazxord, Both Hedin, John Heggerness, Kalhloon Heidemon, Barbara Putnam, Shirley Heintx, Richard Hendrickson. Judith Hill, Barbara Hill. Richard Hinck, Rosemary Hirsch, Joseph Hjulberg, Gene Hollowood, Rebecca Holm, Martin Homer, John Hooper, Marilyn Husebye, Craig Iverson, Terranco Jackson, Donald Jacobson, Allen Jacobson. Phyllis Jankowski, Mary Jonsen, Deems Jensen, Sandra Johnson, Candace Johnson, Donna Johnson, Irone Johnson, Julioann Johnson, lee Johnson, Mario Johnson, Richard Kalliman, Theodora Kampff, Sandra Kaplan, Lawrence Karps, ligita Klein, Andrew Kleinsteuber, Waller Klipstoin, Karen Kottke, James Krimbll, Judith Larsen, Clement Larson, Earl Larson, Kathryn Larson, Linda legler, Stephen Leleps, Vija lemke, Jane Lenth, Mary Lesher, Charles Lewis, Marshall lindborg, James lindgren, Patricia Lindquist, lance lindstrom, Kenneth lindstrom, Roland Loehr, Randy London, John lovoioy, Karen Lund, Betty Maiden, Ivan Maine, Oren Mayer, Judith McBride, Patrick McKay, Bonnie Mellom, Karen Menke, Douglas Mero, Thomas Miller, Dianne Miller. Eldred Miller, Judy Mitchell, Charles Moe, Dennis Montgomery, Georgo Moody, Marilyn Morroll, Richard Morris, Darel Morse, Richard Moiylowski, Charyl Mundale, Kathleen Nallick, Dean Narkie, Rosemary Nolson, Douglas Nielson, Walter Nissen, Patsy Nolan, David Norby, Eleonora Obrien, Michael Olsen, Mary Papke, Suzanne Patterson, Mary Payne, Charles ProkofiefF, Philip Pundt, Karen Rader, Patricia Rakow, Patricia Ramsy, Sue Rand, Lawronce Rothbun, John Ratzke, Charles Reilly, Thomas Ress, Dianne Rhomo, Corl Robinson, Patricio Rockier, Carol Romeram, Romlin. Susan Rosonbloom, Stanley Rosso, Philip Rusoff, Tamara Sager, Gaylo Sandwick, Jacquolino Satrum. Sharon Schepers, Carol Schneppmueller, Vickie Schnitzus, lorena Schroder, Susan Schug, Susan Schumachor, Holga Searfoss, Jonathan Selcer, Rachel Solvig, Don Sewich, Charles Shabatura, Goorge Shapiro, Trudy Simer, Cynthia Skiei, Michelo Skukrud, Perry Smith, Judith Smith, Linda Smith, Steve Soderling, Sharon Solomon, Joan Stacko, Betty Standal, Joan Standal, Vonnie Stensrud, Rockwell Stephens, Dalo Storer, Sheldon Struthers, Janet Sturgeon, David Suits, Sandra Tetner, Lawrence Thompson, Donald Toonen, Kenneth Triemert, Carolyn Underhill, Eugene Vankrevelen, Fred Van Valkonburg, Susan Velasco, Darlene Villa, Carol Visen, Donna Viotls, Ruta Vogel. Cheryl Waldon, Larry Walsh, Michael Warren, Caroline Waulters, Richard Wesemon, Patrick West, Terry Whito, Marjorie Windmark, Janice Wilkenson, Dole Williams, Roy Williams, Virginia JUNIORS NOT PICTURED l. Breckheimer J. Christenson N. Franks P. Freeman J. Garven A. Haga B. Hartwell J. Herslem S. Hunter O. Hussman R. loBreo T. Larson M. LeMere D- Sicklund J. Pagel B. Wing R. Pomeroy Yeo D. Ross M. Slaydon K. Tracy Wilson, Paris Wojciak, Gloria Wood, Gorv Zeigler, Richard West- attempted to outwit South. Abdallah, Susan Abrams, Sheldon Arm-I Joy Amundson, Karen Anderson, Boverlv Andrist, Judith Aronsohn, Carol Aufderheide, Dion© Ausman, Word Austinson, Ronnie Bokko, Bruce Baldwin, Marilyn Baltins, Andris Barborree, David Berry, Catherine Bilgos, Terrance Blaustone, Jeneen Bloomgren, Marion Blumberg, Marilyn Bochet, Shirloy Bohme, Margaret Bolsor, Judith Bonnor, John Borne, Terrel Borowick, Don Boustead, Anne Boyce, Nancy Brennan, Diana Brieman, John Brin, Judith Bruce, Douglas Bruce, Mary Bruun, Eva Bulats, llxo Bulavycky, Wosyl Bursch, Sandra Cain, Richard Cannon, Douglas Cantazoro, Paul Carper, Irving Carr, Margaret Corruthers, Herbert Castro, Raymond Cederstrom, Richard Christianson, Darlene Clark, Daryl Cochran, Jeffrey Conyer, John Coploy, Richard Crosay, Diane Curtiss, John Donxler, Trudee Dirksen, Elizabeth Ducheneaux, I. Rochelle Dunlap, Kathleen Edmunds, Diane Edworthy, Thomas Eidins, Laima Erickson, Richard Erickson, Sharon Ervasti, Mary Evans, David Farmer, William Follman, Carolyn Finrud, Christine Fleet. Linda Foster. David Frans, John Gaffnoy, Richard Gangelhoff, Paul Gardner, Susan Gilbertson, Barbara Gilmer, Bruce Glick, Katharine Goldberg, Elaine Goldmon, Gary Goldman, Neil Grunseth, Jon Guthior, Jeon Gwiazdon, Pamela Hacker, Mary and sweaters to snatch. The gang rides again! Hackle, Eileen Hansen, Kothleen Hanson, Carol Hanson, Keith Hanson, Lois Hanson, Sandra Homs, Antoinette Harris, Daniel Ho! Ho! Ho! Hawkins, Orville Hoad, Barbora Heideman, John Heinecke, Rosemary The Christmas Spirit. Hold, Sharon Hormes, Adolo Hill, Michael Hillyor, Fred Holloway, Ross Holt, Janot Hommon, Andrea Homme, Bruco Hopps, Carolyn Hughos, Roger Hunke, Shoron Hutson, Terry Hyatt, Darlene Jennings, Lanao Jensen, Dennis Jewett, Mary Johnson, Bruce Jordet, Owen Kangas, Gerald Karns, William Kaufman, Holly Kiley, Jaquclino King, Linda Kinnard, John Knott, Laverne Korhone, Diana Krey, Thoodora lauseng, Dwillo Lawrence, Darrell Leiningor, Richard Lenox, James link, James Lockwood, Judy Long, Mary Longton, Robert Lorontzon, Poarl Ludolph, Robert Lund, Andrea Lundslrom, William Lundstrom, Kathryn Mackin, James Manson, Gerald Maroney, Joyceno Mathieson, Calvin McBride, Michael McCarthy, Jamos McCloskey, Kathloen McSweeney, Paula Mcasom, Peggy Menshok, Sandra Michna, Kenneth Mickelson, Joan Minor, James Minor, Patricia Mosser, Gordon Mullit, Maureen Nolson, Gloria Nolson, Judy Nelson, Thomas Ness, Catherine Ness, Douglas Neumann, Kathleen Nordino, George Ogren, Verner Page, Joyco Passon, Milton Poderson, Dorothy Peitso, Loraino Poterson, Kathleen Peterson, Janet Pohl, Peter Potts, George Powers, Priscilla Prokasky, Susan Pruitt, Ray Pruitt, Ruth Pulverman, Barton Racine, laurel Ralston, Douglas Rautio, Judith Roid, William Reinhardt, Bruce Rothlake, Kathleen a 1 sophomore gossip session. Robbins, Gerald Roberts, Henry Robinson, Michael Rodengen, Jamos Ronning, Carole Rusoff, Marly Ruder, Barbara Scherling, Carol Schomburg, Susan Schrooder, Phillip Schrupp, Sharon Scnug, Alois Schwartxrock, Pamela Sthney, Sharon Severson, Scott Sewell, Stephen Sewich, Douglas Shepherd, Janet Shepherd, Pamela Skarsten, Alaan Smalley, Scott Smith, Joanotto Smith, John Snyder, Gloria Solhaug, Michael Sparks, Lynne Speliopoulos, Nickey Stafne, Ronald Stevens, Michael Stillwell, Nancy Stilwell, Thomas Stoakes, Sandra Stoupas, Peter Storlie, Duncan Stratton, Joyce Strothman, Lynne Suchy, Myron Sundberg, Gary Swanson, Dean Swanson, Kirsty Schwartz, Robert Swenson, Mary Swoboda, Robort Swofford, Sharon Syvertson, Patricia Taylor, Gary Thoraldson, Jane Tilsoth, Don Tilstra, Ruth Trembly, Shirley Turner, Hugn Vankrevelon, Jeromo Vaughn, Richard Velasco, Kathleen Wagner, Sloven Wohala, Larry Word, Georgo Wolch, Jeffrey Wolls, Carol Wells, Richard Wenschlag, Gary “th White, Juditt Williams, Jean Wiste, Susan Whitzman, Halo Woodward, Dennis H. Anderson SOPHOMORES f J. Driemen NOT C. Drongeson K. Durdahl PICTURED M. Forbragd, J. Fulton J. Grunselh D. Hanrehan N. Hussman L. lewis V. Mann R. McFarlano W. McFarlano D. Newman R. Wald F. Walz S. Woson STUDENT COUNCIL—Row I: W. Dirksmoyor. B. Baldwin, C. Hall, B. Harcard, L. Borman, G. Gilbertson, K. Swafor, T. Nixon, F. Smith. Row 2: M. McGinnis, R. Larson, M. Robinson. M. Solhaug, G. Mossor. F. Hokmat. M. Hooper, K. Dunlap, D. Frantz B. Lucking, S. Jameston. T. Reilly, E. Bolstad, A. Svondson, R. Lindstrom, S. Prokasky, B. Hart. C. Finrud. 'Service Is the Reward of Leadership” STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS —L Berman. G. Gilbortson F. Smith, K. Swatez. STUDENT COUNCIL Our main student governing body at West is the Student Council. This year, it was under the direction of Mr. Eric Lindberg. The representatives, several from each class, arc elected on their ability to serve as well as on their scholastic standing. The Council sponsors many all-school activities including Homecoming, the PTSA Open House, and the Kow-Pokcs Kut-Up. In addition, it consults with the administration on affairs concerning the student body. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY—Row I: S. Hagon, M. Campbell, 8. Hartwick, T. Kalliman, M. Forris. C. SImer, V. Lolops, R. Vitols, I. Lolops, M. Foster, L. LaFaver, G. Griffith . Row 2: 8. Onnon, C. Hall, L, Bubal, 8. Hazzard, B. Tetner, B. Mohn, L. Gurloy. S. Bursack, M. Golio, S. Romlin, B. Baldwin, K. Mellom. Row 3: S. Prokasky, M. McGinnis, G. Hall, B. Braman, J. Jensen. P. Bachman, E. Bolstad. C. Warron, P. Blazek. J. Johnson, N. Carter. J. Conn. Row 4: R. Reick, J. Hughes, F. Smith, T. Whito, J. Kottko, P. Thompson, T, Nixon. S. Legler. A. Jacobson. A. Svendsen. J. Nowell, E. Dunens. INTERNATIONAL CLUB The International Club, under the direction of Miss Stella Sorum, includes all foreign students in school and any student with a genuine interest in foreign affairs. The club sponsors an auditorium which presents the interests of the foreign students; and, because money is needed for the partial support of a child abroad, the club shows an annual school movie. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society, under the direction of Miss Charlotte Westby, has been a very active group this year. They have sponsored several auditoriums of high quality. The purpose of the organization are: to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character. INTERNATIONAL CLUB — Row I: K. Pedorson. S. Miller. T. Shapiro, M. Jowott, J. Curtiss. L. LaFaver, B. Andorson. Row 2: B. Hazzard. K. Swatoz. S. Romlin, S. Bursack, B. Golio, D. Guriorrez, C. Simer, J, Mayor. Row 3: Miss Sorum, J. Conn, M, Hooper. J, Johnson, M. McGinnis, D. Fulton, C. Haverstock, M. Lonth. Row 4: B. Lundborg, R. Roick, C. Morton, A. Jacobson, S. Jameston. J. Jonsen. C. Warron, S. Prokasky. SERVICE CLUB — Row I: J, Curtiss, L. LaFever, J. Fisher. G. Griffiths. Row 2: B. Hartwick, M. Hoath, S. Hagen, M. Campbell, J. Struthors, T. Shapiro. M. Haspel, M. Ferris, B. Sagberg, S. Cain, I. Loleps. Row 3: B. Onnon, M. Golie, B. Totnor, N. Saltzman, B. Baldwin, S. Borgford. K. Mellom. J. Johnson, J. Kjelson. B. Hart. R. Sabos, K. Swatoz. Row 4: J. Johnson. J. Jensen, K. Mundale, P. Bachman, E. Bolstad, J, Conn, S. Larson, P. Blazok, P. Lindgron, F. Dorn, C. Warren. B. Butler. There Is No End of Giving ART CLUB — Row I: M. 8akor, J. White. M. Sltiei, S. Fairholm, V. Olotzko, C. Ausland, J. Blume. Row 2: M. Lonth, M. Jonos, D. Morris, N. Saltzman, J. Smith, J. Meuwissen. Row 3: S. Savage. L. Sussman, C. O’Day, J. McCloskey. J. Ralph, S. Songfe. K. Swartzroclc. B. Addington, J. Gilfillan, N. Borgquist, R. Narkie. K. Mundale, S. Ausmen. 24 RED CROSS — Row I: J. Johnson, J. Eskew. M. Foster, M. Haspel. H. Wisocki. C, Aron-sohn. Row 2: M. Baker, D. Pederson, S. Wiste, L. Larson. C. Fellman. S. Gilmore. Row 3: J. Brumbaugh. A. Baldridge. M. Golie, L. Poitso, M. tenth, Miss Paulson. Row 4: M. Bushoy, I. Johnson. S. Bursack, W. Bula-vitsky, D. Barborroo. R. Sabos. Row 5: W. Aus-man, S. Abrams. B. Braman, K. Mundalo, C. Wilcox, M. Christopher. NIGHTINGALES —Row I: L. LaFaver, J. Burg, R. Hinck. K. Amundson. R. Thor-aldson, C. Ellofson. M. Patterson, M. Sli-vor, S. Miller, K. Linnell. Row 2: S. Grat-ton, L. Knott, L. Peitso. J. Blaustone, J. Haupt, G. Tomplin. OCCUPATIONAL RELATIONS — Row I: L. Presho, D. Poole. D. Brown. J. Boiko. B. Her-zer. Row 2: P. Jordan, D. Whitney. M. Nelson, A. Matson. Row 3: B. Marshall. C. Martin, M. Hyde, J. Donahue. J. Agnew. Row 4: R. Pederson, D. Culp. E. Vang, S. Larson. Row 5: C. Ross. L. Fuller, B. Abramson. P. Weckwerth, T. Henzlick. DRAMA CLUB—Row I: S. Abdallah, J. Roson, S. Prokasky. C. Schorling, G. Griffiths, J. Brin, E. Goldberg. Row 2: N. Cartor, J. Conn, M. Jones, B. Johnson, C. Fellman. J. Solomon, C. Hall. Row 3: M. Green, T. White, S. Abrams, R. Follman, G. Hall, S. Prokasky. For Good Service A Good Return” 26 DEBATE— Row I: N. Carter. T. Whito, R. Reick. C. Simor. Row 2: S. Bursack, J. Driomon, D. Korhono, S. Gratton. M. Bakor, Mr. Bailey. HESPERIAN STAFF—Row I: P. Blazok. J. Nelson, M. Heath. 8. Hartwick, M. McGinnis. Row 2: B. Lucking. I. Lolops. D. Frontz, J. Jensen, Mr. Ostazeski, S. Prokasky, S. Ausman, B. Mohn. S. Borgford. E. Bolstad, S. Hagen. TIMES STAFF — Row I: V. Rohwoddor. Mrs. Vorpahl. D. Vison, D. Fassett. N. Carter. R. Reick, M. Boland. C. Buckley. Row 2: M. Golio. N. Saltzman. T. Shapiro. B. Braman, J. Johnson. I. Lolops, M. Campbell, J. Field. J. Meuwisson. R. Stensrud. T. Haga. Row 3: J. Hughes, D. Kaufman, P. Cave. FRENCH CLUB — Row I: A. Hormos, T. Kalliman, M. Rusoff, D. Morris, M. LoMiro, J. Solomon, L. Johnson, C. Rocklor, J. Brooks, D. Johnson. Row 2: Mrs. Bowers, B. Totnor, J. Agnow. B. Sagberg, $. Wisto, S. Romlin, J. Palmer, M, Child, C. Ausland, J. Fishor. Row 3: S. VanValkonborg. D. Bolstad, G. Archambault. S. Ramsey. P. Wilson, C. Hovorstock. M. Bushey, T. Rusoff. L. Thadoi, M. Tumor. Row 4: L. Eidins, C. Johnson, S. Bursack, V. Rohweddor, P. Lindgron, C. Hall, S. GraHon, N. Norby, J. Moyer, Row 5: R. Ambrose. C. Husebyo, J. Richards. S. Smalley. C. Andorson, M. Bohn. B. Stack, C. Warren, S. Clutter, H. Wisocki. Every Language Is a Temple LATIN CLUB—Row I: R. Hinck, J. 8org, V. Lolops, M. Ferris, J. Williams, C. Rocklor, C. Simor, B. Johnson, S. Hunko. D. Pedorson, I. Bulats, J. Gulhior, M. Stovons, P. Stoupas. Row 3: J. Bonner, W. Bulavifsky. D. Foster, L. Racine, C. Follman, N. Bayer, M. Ervasti, D. Bronnan. Row 4: R. Andorson. D. Brudo, D. Ralston. C. Ridor, B. Braman, G. Tomplin, S. Soderling. J. Silvian. S. Romlin. GERMAN CLUB — Row I: Lindholm. Berman, Sabos, Swater. Jameston, Smith, Campbell, Watson. Nielson, Christonson. Jonsen, Prokasky. Row 2: Cohon, Grossman. Onnon, Ausman, Braman, Bolstad. Fassott, Kuningas, Corlett. Curtis, Dehnol, Thadoi. Larson. Row 3: Wright, Barborre, Dunens, Van Krevelon. Hjulborg, Cave. Kloinsteubor. Stensrud. Kottko, Hanson, Miller, Go'ie, Poilon. Row 4: Broun. Ness. Pederson, Finrud, Fellman. Johnson, Wisocki, Ferguson, Chandler, Bachman. Chrlstophor. Moody, Edworthy. Row 5: Karns, Nowoll. Stodman, Solcer. Soarfoss, Walden. Lindquist, Spry. Saltzman, Ryder, Christophorson, Baldridge, Hartwick. Row 6: Williams. England. Cuttor, Larson. Baldwin. Hooper. Ingalls, Lucking. Stein. Nelson, Bubel, Brumbaugh, Hagon. Row 7: Harris. Levin. Standal, Stevens. Patterson, Schneppmuoller, Hanson. Foster, Mohn. Lolops. Swanson, Baldwin, Struthers. Row 8: Morso Jackson, Finn, Ratzko, Ress, Boland. Acers. Jennings. Korhone, Anderson. Knott. Simor. Bakor. Row 9: Barette. Hendrickson. Gilmore Campion. Vison. Amundson, Olson, Triomort, Carson, Hill, Field. Row 10: Solcor. Haspol, Lomko, White. Standal. Powers. SPANISH CLUB — Row I: J. Drieman. B. Stillman. M. Foster. M. Boland, S. Suits. I.. Strothman. C. Aronsohn. M. Jewett. Row 2: V. Rohwedder. M. Ferris. J. White. K. McCloskey. J. Clark. J. Burg, L. LaFaver. J. Mayer. Row 3: C. Havorstock, M. Bakor, C. Borgman, J. Andrist. B. Hovind. B. Butlor. J. Johnson. S. Shapiro. Row 4: Mr. McLaughlin. I. Sparks. L. Schnitzus. J. Hotel. A. Lund. C. Hopps. C. Villa, J. Lockwood. Row 5: J. Groenborg, T. Shapiro. C. Warron, F. Dorn. R. Holloway. V. Mann. S. Ivorson, S. Schomburg. A Spirit Superior Is The Secret to Harmony” CHEERLEADERS — Left to right: S. Schomburg, B. Stoin, S. Songlo, S. Lindholm, M. Ingalls, B. Lucking, J. Nelson, M. Hooper, D. Bolstad. DANCE GROUP —Loft to right: K. Adams. P. Hanlev. K. Dunlap. A. Baldridge. S. VanValkenberg. V. Oletzke. B. Lucking. 8. Hart. J. Rosen. J. Burg. J. Field. R. Grossman. G. Snyder. J. Johnson. C. Shepherds. Row 2: J. Nolson. R. Sabes. J. Brumbaugh. W CLUB — Row I: M. Baldwin. T. Temp. R. LoMay, D. Stevens, B. Williamson, W. Kleinsteuber. J. Schnickel. B. Peilen, H. Levin, M. Voronyak, M. Cave. D. Morso. Row 2: D. Culp. A. Svondson, J. Christensen. J. Arnold. T. Mclnerney. T. Nixon. T. Reilly. C. Prino. J. Ribnick. J. Schanodling. Z. Rumy, D. Monko. Row 3: C. Morton. J. Dunnewold, M. Robinson. J. Kottke, C. Byram. K. Lindstrom. J. Link, S. Goggin. P. Potorson. M. DeMoss, J. Standal. M. McGinnis. Row 4: G. Gilbertson, L. Totnor. D. Frentz. D. Elstad. L. Watson. F. Smith. C. Ross. E. Peterson, B. Lundborg. C. Rhamo. D. Larson, R. Lindstrom. BAND — Row I: J. Williams. S. Grafton. N. Thienes. P. Syvertson. P. Moasom. P. Shophord. Row 2: J. Blaustono. V. Ogron, G. Potts. R. Hanson, K. Kerns. M. LeMiro. N. Forguson, J. Fishor. Row 3: D. Morris. B. Homme. D. Barbnrroo. F. VanKrevelen, J. Romlin. G. Wood. D. Menlo, P. Lorontzon. S. Wisto. I. Thedoi. M. Turnor. T. Donzlor. Row 4: S. Putnam, J. VanKrovelen, R. Ccdorstrom, J. Acers. L. Eidins. J. Blume, R. Williams. T. Haga. T. Hutson, J. Curtiss, S. Turnor, K. Lindstrom, R. Muschamp, D. Greene, S. Jensen. Music Is the Eye of the Ear” CHOIR— Row I: S. Fairholm, J. Scheuor. C. Brockon, E. Dohnol, L. Johnson. H. Wisocki. J. Sundberg, B. Chandlor, J. Larson, J. Fairholm, P. Halvorson, J. Curtiss. R. Winfor, C. Berry, M. Bourn. Row 2: J. Eskew, B. Baldwin. E. Bruun, S. Abdallah. G. Nelson, K. McClojkey. J. Nelson. M. Jones. S. Bochet, B. Hart. M. Shjoi. S. Putnam. S. Jenson. P. Rador. D. Velasco. Row 3: J. Johnson, S. Borgford. P. Nisson, B. Ryder, H. Kunningas. N. Bowman. L. Bubol. J. Brumbaugh, B. Herzard. B. Stein, I. Johnson, M. Hoath, J. Johnson. J. Johnson. D. Follows, M. Hoopor. Row 4: M. Baldwin. H. Witzman. B. Kath, K. Mundalo, R. Narlcio. M. Silver. G. Templin, G. Sager. P. Bachman, S. Jamoston, M. Christophor, K. Adam, M. Barrette. J. Kjelson, R. Fellman. Row 5: D. Flatten. T. Nixon. S. Goggin. J. Lint. G. Parrish. C. Prine. J. Longton. N. Spolidpoutos. SOPHOMORE GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB —Row I: M. Swenson, S. Swofford. J. 8rin, R. Pruitt. E. Goldberg, S. Erickson, B. Anderson, L. Strothman, L. Hanson, L. Jennings. Row 2: J. Rautio, M. Rusoff. T. Harris. A. Boustaad. N. Stillwell. P. Syvortson, T. Denzler, A. Momman. M. Long. K. Lundrom. S. Hunke. C. Aronsohn. Row 3: J. Bolster. M. Carr, J. Andrist. P. Schwartzrock. K. Noumann, K. Glick, K. Hansen, A. Hermos, M. Ervasti. M. Baldwin, M. Blumberq, E. Hackle. Row 4: K. Amundson, K. Velasco. J. Mickolson, D. Edmunds. J. Holt. J. White, P. Powors, L. Peitso. S. Sethney. N. Boyce. D. Hyatt, L. Fleet. Row 5: V. Mann, M. Mullis, S. Hanson. M. Hacker, M. Bloomgron, P. Gwiazdon, S. Hold, S. Stoakos. J. Stratton, J. Page. L. Racine, B. Gilbertson. J. Lockwood. Row 6: S. Gardnor. J. Smith. H. Kaufman, S. Schomburg. K. Dunlap. S. Trombley, C. Fellman. D. Crosby. SOPHOMORE BOYS' GLEE CLUB—Row I: B. Lundborg, N. Goldman, B. Johnson. G. Goldman, D. Foster, D. Storlie, J. Cochran. R. Rayger, J. Rodengon. B. McFarlane. Row 2: F. Lovott, W. Bulavitsky. T. McCarthy, D. Cannon, M. Solhaug. M. Passon, P. Stoupas. A. Skarsten, J. Gonyor, T. Nolson. S. Sewell, Row 3: D. Wells. B. Renhaclt, I. Carper, J. Welch, K. Roberts. J. Bonner. L. Ward, J. Curtiss. P. Pohl, G. Kangas. T. Borno. Row 4: D. Baker, H. Lund. C. Drongeson, S. Abrams, B. Pulverman. D. Lawronce. P. Schroedor. C. Mathioson. P. Cantararo, D. Harris, G. Mosser. Row 5: J. Grunseth, 8. Gilmer. L. Wnhala. A. Baltins, C. Ridor, G. Sundberg, M. Robinson, D. Swanson. S. Turnor. P. Gangelhoff, S. Smalley. CHIS — Row I: D. Harris, R. Lindstrom, D. Swanson, J. Schnickol. Z. Rumy. Row 2: J. Schanodling, J. Arnold, S. Clawson, J. Christenson, M. Robinson, C. Rider. Row 3: A. Svondson, R. Larson. T. Mclnornoy. C. Johnson, C. Byram, T. Reilly Row 4: G. Gilbertson, L. Totnor, D. Front . D. Elstad, T. Nixon. C. Prino. 'The Fellowship of Just ANGEDIAS — Row I: A. Baldridge, B. Lucking. Row 2: S. Bergford, M. Campbell, B. Chandler. Row 3: J. Nelson, S. Spry, M. Fjeldheim. DEKES — Row I: 0. Cannon, M. Baldwin, G. Potts, T. Moo, G. Goldman, J. Cochran. Row 2: R. Holm, S. Turner. L. Ward, T. McCarthy, D. Bestlor, L Rand. Row 3: G. Sundberg, K. Lindstrom, C. Mitchell, J. Standal, B. Dworsky, R. Podorsen, Row 4: T. Brothen, L. Watson, R. Ambrose. L. Lindquist. C. Husebyo, S. Goggin, M. DoMoss. Men Made Perfect” TELEKETS—Row I: G. Sathro, S. Lindholm, K. Swatez. Row 2: L. LaFaver, B. Riley, J. Ralph, R. Kloss. Q.T.'S — Row I: K. Linnell. C. Wilcox. S. Savage. Row 2: S. Cain, R. Follman. Row 3: M. Zeimor, B. Hart, G. Hall. TEAGUAS—Row I: D. Linderman, S. Jamoston. Row 2: S. Hagen, C. Hanson, B. Stein. 31 Row I: T. Nixon, A. Svendsen, D. Slovons, F. Smith, D. Frcnta. Row 2: Mr. Voss. D. Morrell, M. Cove. B. Doy. R. Lindstrom. Row 3: Mr. Rath, J. Kottko, J. Schnicltol, 3. Williamson, B. Swanson, J. Link. Row 4: Mr. Lindberg, T. Moro, M. Robinson, C. Husoby, K. Lindstrom. Row 5: T. Haga, D. Brudo, R. Williams, G. Wood. Varsity Football Under the leadership of a new coaching staff, headed by Chuck Voss, the West gridders were rated as the preseason favorite for the conference championship. But because of a slow start, the Cowboys had to settle for seventh place in the city standings, even after a midseason spurt of energy. Various difficulties occurred during the season including using the Calhoun Beach House for locker rooms. The boys enjoyed the ice cold showers. In addition, the injuries of three West starters caused some bad luck to the fighting team. Dan Stevens made the first touchdown of the season against South on Homecoming with a twenty-seven yard sprint. However, the Tigers proved to be too much for the Cowboys, coming back with a 20-7 victory. West showed clicking teamwork against Henry, the city champions. In the first quarter, Tim Nixon crashed through the line to make a touchdown. Arnie Svendsen made the kick. The Pats came back with two touchdowns and conversions. Rollie Lindstrom completed a pass to Co-Captains: Tim Nixon and Arnie Svendsen. 38 Row I; D. EMad, L. La More. L. Tatnor, G. Gilbertson. Row 2: T. Temp. D. Larson, D, Peitso, C. Byram, T. Mclnerney. Row 3: R. Dirlcson. M. Robinson, L. Watson, G. Erickson, D. Flafton. Row 4: W. Kloinsteuber, M. Baldwin, T. Roilly. G. H|u!borg. Row 5: C. Lesbor, T. Iverson, D. Sturgoon, C. Mitchell, J. Hirsch, mgr. Bob Day for a forty yard gain with a touchdown gained in the next play. The kick was blocked and gave Henry the one point lead they needed to win. West displayed a rugged defense in winning two of the three last games. Edison was the first to bow, 6-0. Roosevelt, taking advantage of all opportunities, slipped by the Cowboys 20-7. Displaying the strength which they should have had all year, the team squashed Marshall 21-7 in the last game of the season. Special awards were presented to Tim Nixon as the “Most Valuable Player,” and also as the “Hardest Running Back” in the city conference. Wishes for the best of luck go to the tri-captains for next year: Bob Day, Rollie Lindstrom and Dick Larson. FOOTBALL SCORES Washburn We 0 They 20 Vocational 0 0 Central .... 0 13 South .... 6 20 Henry 13 14 Edison 6 0 Roosevelt 7 21 Marshall 20 6 COACHES: K. Keilty, E. Liruiberg, C. Voss, J. Rau. 39 Row I: K. Koilty, A. Baltins, D. Ross. P. Gangiehoft. G. Sundberg. D. Woodward. G. Wonschlag. Row 2: D. Jonson mgr., J. Bonner, N. Speliopoulos, J. lint, L. Ward. G. Mosser. S. Turner. Row 3: G. Goldman. M. Stovens, S. Sewell, T. Jutson, D. Barbaros. T. Johnson. J. Robins. Row 4: J. Macton. B. Farmor, M. Robinson, M. Solhoug, D. Harris, D. Swanson, D. Clark. Sophomore Football Despite their 1 and 4 record, the Sophomore football team was strong and had some good prospects for next year’s varsity. The Sophs beat a very strong Roosevelt team. They were coached by Mr. Ken Keilty who came to us from Edgerton. Row I: B. Peilen, C. Prine. J. Arnold. J. Searfosi. J. Gawin. D. Lewrenco. T. Borne, Row 2: Mr. Prlmroio, J. Hughes. Lundborg, C. Morton. C. Rhame. M. Walih. Z. Walden. Z. Muggli. Row 3: K. Kami. 0. Menlo. M. McGinnis. M. Lewis. J. Lmdberg. R. Cesto, B. Mozayeny, D. Culp. Cross-Country CO CAPTAINS: Jim Arnold and Mike McGinnis Under the handicaps of bad weather, loss of locker rooms, and lack of returning harriers, new head coach, Dave Primrose, guided the cross country team to a strenuous, but losing season. The schedule for the year included dual and triangular meets over the 1.8 mile course at Nokomis, the Duluth Invitational Meet, and the city meet which concluded the season. In dual meets, the runners compiled a 1-9 record, the highlight of which was a victory over Washburn. A ninth place finish was achieved in the city meet as the team avenged earlier defeats. Individual standout was Jim Arnold who placed twenty-sixth out of over one hundred and thirty runners in the city meet, and led the squad in every race. Prospects for next year are brightened by the return of several top juniors and the promise of coach Primrose’s unique recruiting of basketball players. A SQUAD: J. Arnold. C. Prine. M. McGinnii. C. Rhamo. D. Menlo. M. Walih. Mr. Primrose. Basketball New head coach, Dave Primrose, worked the team many long hours, lining up several scrimmages and non-conference games in order to gain experience. Even though the team was without the use of their own gym for nearly half the season they still were a stubborn team to beat. West lost the season opener to Washburn by a narrow margin of seven points. Against Henry in the second game of the year, the Cowboys were up against Mel Northway who was second leading scorer in the city. The defense set up around him held him to his season low, which was an accomplishment. However, West still lost the game. A non-conference game brought back some of the lost morale when the Cowboys defeated Shakopec 56-51. When they returned to the city conference they continued winning when they held their poise in a one point thriller during the Marshall defeat 53-52. The victory over Marshall was West’s first and only conference win. During the regular season Gilbertson was the leading scorer. His high came in the Marshall game when he scored twenty-seven points. In the Sub-district, West drew Henry. The Cowboys battled fiercely all the way to the finish. They lost, but the season was closed with their best game. HEAD COACH: Mr. Primrose Row I: T. Nixon. J. Arnold. J. Searfoss. J. Garvin, P. Solcer, E. Dunens. D. Monte. J. Lindberg, T. Iverson. Row 2: D. Jenson, mgr., G. C. Gilbortson, L. Totner, J. Hughes. F. Smith. D. Frenta, L. Lindquist, Mr. Primrose, Mr. Allen. SOPHOMORE BASKETBALL: D. Swenson. S. Tumor, T. Borne, D. Lawronco. M. Stevens, G. Goldman. Row 2: G. Wenschlag, B. Bontfiold, D. Woodward, D. Codorstrum, W. Ausman, P. Cantazaro, M. Allen. They 42 55 51 52 61 70 59 62 55 46 45 74 65 BASKETBALL SCORES Washburn Henry Shakopee Marshall North Roosevelt Edison . . . Southwest Buffalo Central Vocational South Henry . . . Row I: W. Niolsen. D. Larson, M. Robinson, T. Mclnornoy, D. Harris, C. Rydor. Row 2: Mr. Houck, A. Svondten, J. Christenson, R. lindstrom, R. Stonsrud, T. Roilly, E. Podorson, J. Dunnowold. G. H|ulborg, D. Muichamp. mgr. West Pucksters Place Third The West Hockey team, coached by Don Houck, was a surprise team this year. They finished third in the city, the highest in many years. With a good nucleus of seniors returning in addition to several juniors and sophomores, the team began to play real hockey. The only early defeat was with the city champion, Roosevelt, 6-1. The 4-1 victory over South and the 4-2 victory over Henry highlighted the season. The biggest disappointments included the tie with North and the defeat by Washburn. The Cowboys earned an upper division berth in the District Tournament with a conference record of 7-2-1 and an overall record of 18-6-4. In the tournament West walloped Marshall 9-0. They lost a heartbreaker when they were defeated by South, 5-2. Wing, Bob Day, was the third highest scorer in the city and was chosen for the All-City first team. HOCKEY SCORES We They Roosevelt 1 6 Central 7 0 Southwest ... 4 2 Marshall 7 2 South 4 1 Henry 4 2 Vocational 6 0 North . . . 2 2 Washburn 1 2 Edison 5 2 Marshall 9 0 South 2 5 45 Row I: J. Schniclcol, T. Johnson, D. LoMay, M. McGinnis, W. Kloinsleubor. 8. Williamson. Row 2: D. Poilso, W. Bulavitski, J. Grunsoth, G. Auqor, P. Ganglohoff, G. Sundborg, J. Kotfke, C. Byram. Swimming Through individual effort, hard practice, and team spirit. West’s small swimming team placed seventh in the city conference and seventh in the District 17 Meet. During the dual meets the team built up a 4-6 record defeating Vocational, Central, Marshall, and North; and losing to Washburn, Roosevelt, Southwest, and Edison. In addition, close meets were lost to South and Henry. Outstanding during the season of dual meets were undefeated diver, B. Williamson; butterflicr, J. Schnickel; and backstroker, D. LeMay. These boys also placed second, fifth, and third, respectively, in their events in the District Meet. Williamson was also eighth in the State Meet. In the District finals, West had a freestyle relay of G. Sundberg, G. Auger, J. Kottke, and M. McGinnis, and a medley relay of D. LeMay, W. Dirksmeyer, J. Schnickel, and K. Lindstrom. Coach R. X. Casserly will have six lettermen returning with which to build character. Capt. J. Schnickel and coach R. Casserly Row I: P. Potorjon, D. Jackjon, M. Voronyak. J. Rathbun, A. Skarsten. D. Sturgeon, M. Farmer. S. Severjon. Row 2: A. Ilstrup, D. Ross, T. Brothen, M. Burk, M. Demoss, D. Langly, A. Schug. G. Wood, B. Bourg. Wrestling One of West’s retired football coaches, Ancil Ilstrup, decided to take up coaching again. However, his job was not coaching football. It was the wrestling team which was lucky enough to have Ancil's support. Finishing up with a 4-5-1 record, the team did a fairly good job. Capt. Mike Voronyak was the best all around, going undefeated in city competition. Senior Palmer Peterson and Sophomore Bill Farmer gained entrance into the region but failed to advance any farther. Having only a few seniors on the team, Ancil and assistant coach Bob Bourg are looking forward to a very successful season next year. CAPTAIN: Mike Voronyak BASEBALL: Row I: M. Baldwin. E. Millor. M. Lewis. J. Marlcen, T. Ivorson, J. Soarfoss. M. VoronyaV. P. Solcor. K. Lindstrom. Row 2: J. Hirsh, mgr.. C. Mitchell. D. Sturgoon, T. Frit . J. Arnold. M. Burl. B. Dworsky. D. Flatton. M. Robinson. D. Harris. 0. Bolano. R. Lindsfrom. Mr. Houck Baseball The baseball team started the season slowly losing their first game to St. Louis Park by a lopsided score. But through their hard work, they finished with a strong season. Coach Don Houck's baseball team is made up mainly of sophomores and juniors; however, the few seniors on the team are some of the most capable players. A pre-season casualty found Roily Lind- strom breaking his leg. This left him unable to continue the season. Mr. Houck feels, however, that this team of his has sufficient potential to be a top contender. The sophomore team, coached by Chuck Voss, is looking good and will have some top varsity prospects for next year. SOPHOMORE BASEBALL: Row I: S. Turner. J. Rodonqon. M. Solheug, G. Goldman. J. Smith, A. Skarston, J. Potts. P. Cantararo. Row 2: D. Barbareo. T. Hutson. J. Welsh. M. Stovons. P. Ganglehoff. D. Swanson. K. Durdahl. G. Woodward. G. Sundberg. D. Walls. D. Clark. Mr. Voss. TRACK: Row I: D. Lawronce, T. Borno. K. Karns. J. Rathbun. T. Wost. R. Williams. R. Casto. D. Evans. B. Farmor. S. Sovorson. T. Edworthey. Row 2: J. Kottke, I. Wahala. S. Smalley. J. Vankrovlin. L. Muggli. E. Dunons. 8. Williamson. N. Spoliopoulous. C. Byram. W. Kleinstouber. M. McGinnis. Row 3: D. Jensen, mgr., F. Smith. D. Cedorstrom. G. Wonschlag. R. Hanson. B. Bentfield. J. Manson. D. Front , B. Musum. B. Longton. G. Hjulbcrg, Mr. Primrose. Track Tennis Golf TRACK tennis courts at Kenwood Hollow were quite busy after With only a few returning lettermen, Coach Dave Prim- school. The team was determined to have a sucessful season, roses’s track team had to work hard in order to end up with Mr. Kuross, the coach, came over every day from Washburn, a successful season. Snow in April slowed the start of the season by cancelling two meets. GOLF With their coach Ade Nelson, the golf team was off to a TENNIS slow start. However, the team had a few slamming lettermen Tennis seemed to be the fastest growing spring sport at returning. Captain Dave Ross t x k over as assisting coach, West. Under the leadership of Captain John Ribnick, the and enjoyed a successful season. TENNIS: T. Moo. H. lovin, J. Ribnick. A. Svondson, G. Gilbertson. S. Goggin, M. Wright. Missing: T. Mclnornoy. GOLF: Row I: T. Moro. R. Lindborg. D. Bostlor, S. Poilon, R. Dumko. J. Fran . Row 2: R. Larson. T. Nixon, L. Totnor, S. Storer. Action G.A.A. BOARD— Row I: M. Hoopor. E. Bolstad. Mitt Petorson, S. Lindholm. W. Autman. Row 2: S. Autman, C. Hall. G. Hall, B. Onnen. B. Braman. S. Ramtoy, M. Ingalls. D. Bolstad. Girls Sports — Fun G. A. A. Under Miss Peterson’s guidance, the G.A.A. offered a large sports program. Besides playing on teams, many girls participated in intramural competition. The Board organized tournaments and recorded points earned by each girl. At the annual picnic, letters were awarded to those who had 400 points. for All BADMINTON Handicapped by not being able to use the gym, the badminton team completed with a commendable 3-1 record. Sue Ramsey held first position in singles. Birgit Onnen in second place and Winnie Ausman in third remained undefeated. The other members played doubles. BADMINTON — Row I: L. Sparks B. Braman. M. Ingalls, B. Onnon, W. Ausman, J. McClosItoy. S. Ausman. Row 2: S. Romlin, M. Lenth, S. Ramsey, D. Bolstad. N. Carson. B. Rydor, C. Ness. Row I: M. Baldwin, J. Curtiss, L. Bubo!. 8. Howard, E. Bolstad, S. Lindholm, S. Schomburg. D. Bolstad. L. Johnson. Row 2: L. Clutter, J. Schauer, B. Onnon. J. Johnson. A. Baldridge. B. Oletake, L. Strothmon. J. Burg, J. Jensen. Row 2: C. Havorstock. M. Hoopor, C. Swanson, A. Hormes. R. Grossman. H. Kaufman, B. Braman. Miss Peterson. Swimmers Finish First Climaxing an outstanding season, the swimming team captured the girls’ city swimming crown. Preceding the meet, they had established a 2 1 record in three triangular meets. Setting the pace at the city meet. Holly Kaufman, one of the state’s first-rate swimmers, broke two city records in three of the events she won. She set the 2 5-yard backstroke at 15.5 seconds and the 50-yard backstroke at 34.1 seconds. Finishing first in three races was captain Bev Braman. Bev and Holly joined Dana Bolstad and Judy Jensen to win the team relay. In the diving events, Judy Jensen earned second place and Vicki Oletski, third. Contributing points in other swimming races to bolster the final score to 69 were Dana Bolstad, Judy Jensen, Birgit Onnen, and Sue Lindholm. The chlorinated eyes were forgotten as the points proclaimed West the champion. Stars Holly and Bev Row I: C. Well . J. Johnson. J. Schauer. V. Olatzko. S. Shrupp. J- Williams, D. Pedersan. Row 2: R. Dirltson, L Paiho. P. Shepard. W. Amman, C. Now. P. Lorenhen, G. Beelots, J. Gutholr. Row 3: B. Braman. C. Ronning. S. Gardnor. A. Boustaad, N. Stillwell, L. Sperlcs. S. Amman. C. Finrud. M. Blomgren. B. Rydor. BOWLING TENNIS G.A.A. bowling enjoyed a most exciting season. The girls set up their own teams and compered in tournaments. A team of Winnie and Sue Ausman and Bev Braman ended the season in first place. Chris Finrud averaged an excellent 123. Jane Schauer and Bev Braman followed close behind with 119’s. With seven returning players, the tennis team had a good season. The most outstanding member, Sue Ramsey, has won many tournaments and is one of the region’s best players. In a match, the four girls played singles, and eight played doubles. The G.A.A. initiated an intramural tennis tournament. BASKETBALL Playing against the toughest competition in the Park Board League, the A.CC basketball team finished with only two wins. Georgie Hall was one of the best guards. Basketball, the most popular intramural sport, drew many teams. A double elimination tournament caused keen rivalry. A junior group triumphed over the seniors. GOLF Experience and determination led the golf team to a high standing. Evon Bolstad played first position. Because of the well-balanced team, the other positions were constantly changing. The strong competitiveness among the team members strengthened its ability. B. Braman, E. Bolstad. J. Meuwissen, C. Hall. D. Bolstad. Intramural basketball 55 Seniors 1961 After a vigorous campaign of speeches and flashy slogans, the senior class elected its officers: Tim Nixon, president; Evon Bolstad, vice president; Barb Hart, secretary; and Mike McGinnis, treasurer. Representatives from each advisory were elected to the Senior Board early in the year. Under the leadership of Miss Mary Jo Boardman and the senior class officers, this group planned the senior activities for the year. The)- contributed much time and effort to organize class projects, providing fine examples of leadership and service. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS: T. Ni on, B. Hart. E. Bolstad. M. McGinnis. Seniors Display Fine Leadership SENIOR BOARD: Row I: Miss Boordman. M. McGinnis. E. Bolstad. Ni on. B. Hart. J. Nowell. S. Prokasky. Row 2: B. Lucking. Z. Rumy. J. Johnson, P. Bachman. S. Borgford. M. DoMoss. S. Hagan. A. Svondsan. M. Corlott. B. Hartwick. HONOR STUDENTS: Row I: Sarah Bursack, Judith Conn. Judith Je nsen, Marly Golio. Barbara Mohn, Bavorly Braman. Row 2: Paul Thompson, Bob Roiclt. Tom White. Prod Smith. Top Scholars Receive Recognition Chosen as West’s representatives at Girls and Boys State were three seniors: Nancy Carter, Arnie Svend sen, and Tom White. They spent an informative week at the University of Minnesota studying the structure, compositions, and functionings of the government. Nancy, Arnie and Tom all agreed that the experience was very rewarding and valuable to them as seniors. Girls and Boys State: Tom White. Nancy Carter. Arnie Svendsen WILLIAM O. ABRAMSON (Bill) A face that smiles is always good. Band, Occupational Relations. KARIN L. ADAM (Kookic) We are as carefree as we decide to be. Choir, Dance Group, G.A.A., Pep Club, Spanish Club, Te Aguas. JOANN B. AGNEW Because of you we will be glad and gay. French Club, G.A.A. Junior Achievement, Occupational Relations Sec. ROBERT L. AKERMARK (Bob) The highest manhood resides in disposition. ROBERT C AMBROSE (Ambrose) Talent is power. Dckcs Chaplain, French Club, Football '60. 19 JEFFREY A. ANDERSON (Jeff) Smiles from reasons flow. Track '59. CYNTHIA A. AUSI.AND (Cindy) The tiniest hair casts a shadow. Angedias. Art Club, French Club V.P., G.A.A., Pep Club. Spanish Club. WINIFRED J. AUSMAN (Winnie) People arc more fun than anybody. G.A.A. Board V.P., German Club, Junior Achievement, A.GC. Captain, Badminton, Tennis. PATRICIA S. BACHMAN (Patty) Beauty is power; a smile its sword. Angedias, Choir V.P., G.A.A., German Club, Latin Club, National Honor Society, Pep Club, Senior Board, Service Club. AMANDA S. BALDRIDGE (Mandy) Her quiet exterior hides a friend superior. Angedias V.P., Choir, Dance Group, G.A.A., German Club, Latin Club, Pep Club, Red Cross, Swimming. DANNY BELEANE (Greek) Who has a daring eye tells downright truth and downright lies. Junior Achievement, W-Club, Baseball ’$9, ’60, ’61, Football 58. ’59, ’60. SUSAN J. BERGFORD (Sue) An unextinguished laughter shakes the skies. Angedias Sec., Choir, G.A.A., Hesperian Staff, Pep Qub, Senior Board, Service Club, Spanish Club. NANCY E. BERQUIST (Bergy) Art is a gift of God; it must be used. Art Club, Junior Class Play, Tclckets, Times Staff. LILLIAN A. BERMAN (Lil) Everything splendid is rare. Art Club, Dance Group, Drama Qub, G.A.A., German Qub, Jr. Class Play Ass’t. Director, Pep Club, Red Qoss, Student Council V.P., Tc Aguas. DOUGLAS C BESTLER (Doug) Good nature is stronger than tomahawks. Dckcs Pres., Baseball ’59, Football 58, Golf 61, Hockey ’59. PHYLLIS R. BLAZEK Sweet and lovely. Choir, Hesperian Staff, Latin Qub, National Honor Sc ciety, Pep Club, Service Club. JUDITH A. BLUME (Judy) Sincerity is the face of the soul. An Qub, Band. 60 MADRE C. BOHN Good words are worth much and cost little. Angcdias, Choir, French Gub, German Gub, Junior Gass Play, Latin Gub, Senior Gass Play. JACKIE L BOIKE Silence is one great art of conversation. Choir, G.A.A., Occupational Relations. EVON L BOLSTAD (Evan) Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. MARY M. BOURN Her voice was ever soft, gentle and low. Choir, Telekets. BEVERLY A. BRAMAN (Bcv) take all knowledge to be my province. G.A.A. Board, German Gub, Honor Student, International Club, Latin Club Pres., National Honor Society. Pep Club, Red Goss, Times Staff. Te Aguas, A.GG, Badminton, Bowling, Golf, Swimming Capt., Tennis. DORIS R. BROWN (Dottic) Fortune befriends the bold. Choir, G.A.A. CAROL A. BUCKLEY (Buck)) Her secret is patience. Del Dcvotas, French Club, G.A.A., Pep Gub, Times Staff. Variety Show. JANET K. BURG (Jan) To do easily what is difficult for others is a mark of talent. Dance Group Capt., G.A.A., Latin Gub, Nightingales, Social Gub Board, Spanish Gub, Telekets, Variety Show, Swimming. SARAH R. BURSACK That is good which doth good. Debate, Forensics, French Club, G.A.A., International Gub, I-atin Gub, National Honor Society V.P., Red Goss, Times Staff. ROSE M. BUTZ (Rosy) A constant friend is rare and bard to find. Choir, Occupational Relations. DANALD D. CADMUS (Dan) A sense of humor is a sense of proportion. German Gub, Hi-G Junior Achievement, Baseball '59, ’61, Cross Country ’59, Football ’58. SUSAN G CAIN (Tutie) A charm of friendship all the while. G.A.A., Pep Gub, QTs Pres., Service Club, Social Club Board, Bowling. MARGARET M. CAMPBELL (Maggie) Character is the governing element of life. Angcdias Sec., German Gub Sec-Treas., Latin Gub Sec., Pep Gub, Service Gub Scc.-Treas., Times Staff. National Honor Society. NANCY L CARTER (Nan) wish he would explain his explanation. Debate, Drama Gub Treas., Forensics, G.A.A., Junior Class Play, Latin Gub, National Honor Society, Red Goss, Sr. Class Play Asst Director, Times Staff Editor. MICHAEL H. CAVE (Mike) A merry heart doth good. German Gub, W-Gub, Football '58, '59, 60. BARBARA S. CHANDLER (Chan) A friend whose opinion we can value. Angcdias V.P., Choir, G.A.A., German Gub, Latin Gub, Pep Gub, Times Staff. MARJORIE T. CHILD (Marj) A beautiful eye makes silence eloquent. French Gub, G.A.A., Latin Gub, Spanish Qub. 61 MARY E CHRISTOPHER A thing of beauty it a joy forever. Angedias, Choir, G.A.A., German Club, Latin Club, Pep Club, Red Cross, Swimming. JEAN CLARK Nothing is more noble than true zeal. G.A.A., Red Cross, Spanish Club. JUDITH H. CONN (Judy) She picked up something valuable from eterything she read. Angedias, Drama Club, G.A.A., Honor Student, International Club, National Honor Society V.P., Red Cross, Service Club, Spanish Club, Times Staff. MARGARET L CORLETT (Margie) Happiness is meant to be shared. Del Devotas, G.A.A., German Club, Junior Achievement, Pep dub, Senior Board, Spanish Club. DON L CULP A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance. Occupational Relations, W-Club. Cross Country '59, '60. JEAN CURTISS (Jeanne) Where then's a will there's a way. Choir, G.A.A., German dub. International dub, Latin dub Trcas., Pep dub, Service dub, Times Staff. Te Aguas. MICHAEL C DeMOSS (Mike) A sound mind and a sound body. Dekes Pres., Senior Board, W dub, Baseball '59, Football '58, '59, '60, Track ’60, Wrestling ’60. ’61. MARY A. DENNY All the world loves a quiet girl. Angedias, G.A.A., Pep dub. WILLIAM C DIETRICH (Willy) am the master of my fate. Hi-C, Stage Crew. RONALD A. DIRKSEN (Ron) There is no index of character so sure as the voice. Baseball ’59, Football ’59. 60, Track ’60. WALTER F. DIRKSMEYER (Kiki) A friend to all, an enemy to none. A.F.S. Student from Germany, International dub, Kow-Pokes Kut-Up Prince ’61, Student Council, Swimming '61. THEODORE DOBBELMANN (Ted) The time will come when you will hear me. Track 60. DIANNE L DODDS Heaven gives us friends. G.A.A., Red Cross. DELBERT M. DORN (Delbic) Be of good cheer. Stage Crew, Track '59. Wrestling '59, '60. RONNIE F. DUKE (Ron) Happiness renders men kind and sensible. Transfer from St. Louis, Missouri ROBERT T. DUMKF. (Bob) A happy heart does well. Golf ’60, ’61. JOHN DUNNEWOLD (Dunne) Give us the man who sings at his work. Football '58, Hockey ’59. '60, ’61. DONALD M. ELSTAD (Don) Such a piece of work is man. Chi's, German dub. Junior Achievement Pres., W-dub. Football '58, 59, '60, Skiing '59, '60, '61, Track '59, Wrestling. '59- NANCY L FERGUSON (Forge) In her tongue is the law of kindness. Band. G.A.A., German Club, Latin Club, Senior Class Play, Social Gub Board, Te Aguas, Variety Show. CHARLES J. FERMOYLE (Chuck) He alone has energy. CAROL M. FERN Smiles announce sweetness. Choir, Del Dcvotas. German Club, Pep Club. JOHN F. FINN Cheer up the worst is yet to come. Chi's, German Gub. JANE E FISHER The Grass stoops not she treat!s so light. Band. French Club, Service Gub, Variety Show. MARLYS J. FJELDHE1M (Mar) O glorious laughter! Angedias Pres., Choir, G.A.A., Pep Gub, Social Gub Board, Spanish Club, Bowling. MARY A. FOSTER (Marc) Wt are as happy as we make up our minds to be. G.A.A., German Gub, National Honor Society, Red Cross, Spanish Gub V.P. DONALD C FRENTZ (Rabbit) Great talents arc above the generalities of the world. Chi's, German Gub, Hesperian Staff. Student Council, W-Club, BaskctEaU ‘59, '66, '61, Football '58. '59, '60, Track '59, ’60. 61. TERRENCE G. FRITZ (Terry) He conquers who endures. W-Gub, Baseball '59, '60, '61, Wrestling '59, '60, '61. PATRIGA S. GALVIN (Trish) Grace is but glory begun. Choir. GARY C GILBERTSON (Smoothie) Men, like GARY D. ERICKSON Patience is the key of content. Junior Achievement, W-Gub, Basketball '59, '60, Football ’58, '59, ’60. JOANNE R. ESKEW (Joey) It is in our power to atnne the mind to cheerfulness. Choir, G.A.A., Red Cross, Spanish Gub, Te Aguas. SANDRA R. FA1RHOLM (Sandy) She loves to rollick. Art Club. Choir, G.A.A., Pep Club, QTs, Social Gub Board, Spanish Club. DIANE H. FASSETT It’s nice to be naturally nice. Choir, Del Dcvotas Pres., Sec., V.P., G.A.A., German Club, Junior Class Play, Pep Gub, Social Gub Board, Spanish Gub, Times Staff Editor. RUTH J. FELLMAN (Rufus) Good humor makes all things tolerable. Choir, Drama Gub, German Gub, Pep Club, QTs Pres., Social Club Board Sec DONNA R. FELLOWS My spirits arc nimble. Choir, Del Dcvotas, G.A.A., Junior Gass Play, Pep Club, Spanish Gub. bullets, go farthest when they arc smoothest. Chi’s Pres., Kow-Pokes Kut-Up Prince ’60, Latin Club, Student Council Pres., W Club, Basketball '59, 60, Y� l, Football '58, 59, '60, Tennis ’61, Track 59, '60. STEPHEN E GOGGIN (Steve) Of all animals, the boy is the most unmanageable. Choir Treas., Dekes Sec., Treas., Drama Club Treas., Hi-C, Junior Gass Play, Variety Show, W-Gub, Swimming '59, '60, '61, Tennis 60, 6l. MICHAEL S. GOLDMAN (Mike) Gladness of heart is the life of man. German Club, W-Club, Basketball ‘59, ’60, 61. Football ’58. ’59, ’60, Golf •60, '61. MARLYS J. GOLIE Know thyself. G.A.A., German Club, Honor Student, International Club, National Honor Society Sec., Red Cross Pres., Service Club, Times Staff, Te Aguas. MICHAEL D. GREEN (Mike) He is always laughing, for he has an infinite deal of wit. Drama Club, Junior Class Play, Latin Club, Senior Class Play, Stage Crew, Variety Show, Cross Country ’59. Football ’58, Skiing ’59. Track ’59. JEFFREY D. GREENBERG (Jeff) The word impossible is not in my dictionary. Spanish Club, Football ’58, Wrestling ’60. DONNA L GREENE Amiable people arc reflected in all appreciative hearts. Band, Del De-votas, G.A.A., German Band, German Club. GAIL GRIFFITHS (Little One) Happiness consists of activity. Drama Club, G.A.A., Junior Achievement, Junior Class Play, National Honor Society, Pep Club, Red Cross, Senior Class Play, Service Club, Social Club Board, Spanish Club, Te Aguas, Variety Show. ROBERT A. GROSS (Bob) Quietness is an ornament. German Club. RODNEY K. GWIAZDON (Rod) An inherent, friendly, and easy manner. Dekes, Hockey ’59-SUSAN E. HAGEN (Sue) When a woman is clever, she is fascinating. G.A.A., German Club, Hesperian Staff, Latin Club, National Honor Society, Pep Club, Senior Board, Service Club, Times Staff. Te Aguas Sec., Trcas., A.GG GEORGIE K. HALL (George) Be not solitary, be not idle. Choir, Drama Club, G.A.A. Board, Latin Club, National Honor Society, Pep Gub, QT’s Trcas., Service Club, Social Club Board, Spanish Club, A.GG, Swimming. SUE L. HALLENBERG A sweet attractive kind of grace. Art Club, G.A.A., Pep Gub, QTs. Swimming. PATRICIA A. HALVORSEN (Patty) She’s small, but so’s a stick of dynamite. G.A.A., German Gub, Pep Club, Social Gub Board, Telekets, Badminton. JUDITH A. HAMMERBACK (Judy) The sweetest harmony is the sound of the voice. Red Goss, Variety Show. CAROL M. HANSON Sincerity, thou first of virtues. G.A.A., Pep Club, Te Aguas V.P. CHRISTOPHER P. HARRIS (Topher) The magic lights, the pomp of scenes. Drama Gub, Junior Class Play, Senior Class Play, Spanish Gub, Stage Crew, Times Staff, Football ’58, Swimming ’59. STEPHEN J. HARRIS (Steve) Character is perfectly educated will. German Gub. BARBARA L HART (Barb) An asset to any group. Choir, Dance Group, G.A.A., Junior Achievement, Pep Club, QT’s V.P., Senior Board, Senior Class Sec., Service Club, Social Gub Board, Spanish Club, Student Council, Variety Show. BONNIE J. HARTW1CK (B.J.) If you rule the world quietly, you must keep it amused. Art Club, Del Dcvotas Sec., V.P., National Honor Society, Pep Club, Senior Board, Service Gub V.P., G.A.A., German Club, Latin Club V.P., Times Staff, Hesperian Editor. G.A.A., German Club V.P., International Club, Latin Club, Pep Club, Red Cross, Social Club Board Pres., Student Council, Te Aguas Pres., V.P., Variety Show. JUDITH A. JENSEN (Jens) Wit is a thing of pure imagination. G.A.A., German Club, Honor Student, International Club, Junior Achievement, Latin Club, National Honor Society, Pep Club, Service Club, Times Staff, Te Aguas, Golf, Swimming, Hesperian Staff. CLAUDIA L JOHNSON (Claud) Her bright smile haunts me still. Del Devotas, French Club, G.A.A., Pep Club. JOAN M. JOHNSON (Joni) Pretty as a flower, neat as a pin. Art Club, Choir, Dance Group, Del Devotas, G.A.A., International Club, National Honor Society, Pep Club, Senior Board, Service Club, Spanish Club, Variety Show, Bowling, Swimming. JUDITH L JOHNSON (Judy) Where judgment hath the wit to express it. G.A.A., Pep Club, Service Club, Spanish Club, Times Staff. JUDITH E HAUPT (Judy) Sincerity is welcomed by all. Angcdias, G.A.A., Latin Club, Nightingales, Pep Qub. MARY C HEATH (Teepee) A light heart lives longer. Choir, G.A.A., Hesperian Staff, Latin Qub, Pep Club, Service Qub, Te Aguas. FAIRY E. HEKMAT (Eddie) She made a thousand friends and kept them. A.F.S. Student from Iran, French Club, Homecoming Attendant ’61, International Qub, Student Council, Telekets. TYLER L HENZUK (Toby) Imagination rules the world. Occupational Relations, Spanish Qub. BARBEL I. HERZER (Barb) It is when you give of yourself that yon really give. G.A.A., German Club, Occupational Relations, Swimming. JAMES G. HINRICKS (Hiny) Wit is the salt of conversation. Wrestling ’59. JOHN D. HOTAL A man in earnest finds means. Spanish Club. ELIZABETH A. HOV1ND (Betty) This is the true grace. JOHN W. HUGHES (Johnny) Character is the diamond that scratches every other stone. Junior Achievement, National Honor Society, Times Staff, Basketball '59, '60, ’61, Qoss Country ’60. MARY A. HYDE (Heidi) What sweet delight a quiet life affords. Del Devotas, G.A.A., Occupational Relations, Pep Club. MARY E INGALI.S O Mischief, thou art swift to enter thoughts. Cheerleader Capt., G.A.A. Board, Utin Club, Red Cross, Social Club Board, Te Aguas, Badminton, Tennis. J. SHARON IVERSON (Sharic) laughter — the delightful sounds of earth. G.A.A., Pep Qub, Red Qoss, Spanish Club, Te Aguas. DAVID R. JACOBSON (Jake) Happiness is the harvest of a quiet eye. Spanish Club, Football ’59. SANDRA M. JAMESTON (Sandy) Be a friend to thyself and others will befriend thee. Choir Sec., MARGARET L. JONES (Muggsy) There is a woman at the beginning of all things. Art Club V.P., Choir, Del Devotas Pres., See., Trcas., V.P., Drama Club, G.A.A., Junior Class Play, Pep Club, Red Cross, Social Club Board V.P., Spanish Club, Variety Show. PATRICIA A. JORDAN (Pat) The heart that is to be filled to the brim must be held still. G.A.A., Occupational Relations. WILLIAM B. KATH (Bill) Good humor smiles. Choir. RICHARD J. KAUFMAN (Dick) And to torture one poor word ten thousand ways. Times Staff. JANET L KJELSON (Jan) Her funny bone never fails her. Choir, G.A.A., Pep Club, Red Cross, Service Club, Telekets, Variety Show. RANDI M. KI.OSS (Randi) Gayety is a proof that the heart is at case. Art Qub, Junior Achievement, Latin Club, Nightingales, Pep Qub, Social Club Board, Spanish Club, Telekets Treas. JUDITH T. KOALSKA (Judi) There is nothing like fun. Angedias, Art Cub, G.A.A., German Qub, Pep Club, Red Qoss. TAAV1 KUBITS From listening comes wisdom. Field Crew, German Qub. HELLA M. KUNIGAS And had a face like a blessing. Art Club, Choir, Del Devotas, G.A.A., German Qub, Nightingales, Pep Qub, Social Qub Board. KAREN E. LARSON A smile is the woman. Art Club. SHARON K. LARSON (Sherry) How sweet and fair she seems to be. G.A.A., Occupational Relations, Red Cross, Badminton. SHIRLEY J. LARSON Even virtue is more fair when it appears in a beautiful person. Del Devotas, G.A.A. DELORES G. LEBA (Dee) With sweetness LUCY A. LaFAVER Deeds not words shall speak her. G.A.A., International Qub, National Honor Society, Nightingales Sec., Treas., Service Qub, Spanish Club Sec., Telekets Sec. DAVID G. LANGLEY (Dingley) The superior man is slow in his words and earnest in his conduct. Transfer from Park Rapids, Minnesota. JUNE C LARSON Born with a gift of gayety. Choir, Telekets. 66 fresh as any rose. Latin Qub. INTA LEI.EPS She doth the little kindnesses. Del Devotas, G.A.A., German Club, Hesperian Staff, National Honor Society, Service Qub, Times Staff. RICHARD W. LEM AY (Dick) A good man never dies. Junior Achievement, Stage Qew, W-Qub, Baseball 59, Football 59, Swimming ’59, ’60, ’61, Track ’59, ’60, ’61. HERBERT A. LEVIN (Herb) can cut a caper. German Club, Latin Club, W-Cub, Basketball ’59, Tennis ’59, ’60, 61. DOLORES L LIN DERM AN (Bunny) Earth's noblest thing is a woman perfected. Choir, G.A.A., Pep Club, Social Club Board Sec., Treas., Spanish Qub, Te Aguas Pres., Sec. SUSAN B. UNDHOLM (Sue) The world belongs to the energetic. Cheerleader, G.A.A. Board Sec., Latin Club, Pep Club, Social Qub Board, Student Council, Telckets Pres., V.P. JOHN R. LINK IVise to resolve and patient- to perform. Choir, Variety Show, W-Gub, Football ’58, ’59, ’60. KATHRYN A. LINNELL (Kit) How goodness heightens beauty. G.A.A., Nightingales Sec, V.P., QTs Treas., Social Club Board, Spanish Qub LYNN H. LI.OYD The grandest operations are the most silent. BARBARA C LUCKING (Barb) To be loved; be lovable. Angcdias Treas., Cheerleader, Dance Group. G.A.A., German Qub, Hesperian Staff, Homecoming Attendant ’6l, Latin Club, ep Qub, Senior Board, Service Club, Social Club Board, Student Council, Variety Show. WILLIAM J. LUNDBORG (Bill) Our patience will achieve more than our force. Hi-C Pres., International Qub, Junior Achievement, W-CIub, Qoss Country 58, 59, ’60, Skiing ’59, Tennis '60, Track ’59. BARBARA A. MARSHALL (Bobby) A fair exterior is a silent recommendation. Choir, G.A.A., Occupational Relations. CHARLOTTE MARTIN (Chuckie) Ufe has no blessing like a prudent friend. G.A.A., Occupational Relations. MARY J. MARTIN (Jacky) Nothing is so strong as gentleness. Del Dcvotas, Latin Qub. ANITA D. MATSON Sincerity is a noble virtue. Choir, Hi-C Sec., Nightingales, Occupational Relations. JANE M. McCLOSKEY (Pittsburgh) The heart's hushed secret in the soft blue eye. Art Qub, G.A.A., Telekets, Bowling, Badminton, Golf. MICHAEL M. McGINNIS (Mole) Wit and wisdom were born in the man. German Qub, Hesperian Editor. International Club, National Honor Society, Senior Board, Senior Class Treas., Student Council, W-CIub, Cross Country ’58, ’59, '60, Capt., Swimming '59, '60, ’61, Track ’59, '60, ’61. THOMAS A. McINERNEY (Tom) never met a man I didn't like. Chi’s V.P., Kow-Pokcs Kut-Up King ’61, Sno-Day Prince ’59, W-CIub, Baseball ’59, Football '58, ’59, '60. Hockey ’59, ’60, ’6l, Tennis ’61, Track ’60. TERRY L McKEY A man possessed of constancy. Dekes, Football ’58. JUDITH E. MEUW1SSEN (Judy) Magnificent spectacle of human happiness. Art Qub, Del De-votas Treas., G.A.A., Latin Club, Pep Club, Times Staff, Golf. SALLY S. MILLER Practice is the best of all instruction. Angedias, Choir, G.A.A., German Club, International Club Sec., Nightingales, Red Qoss Sec. 67 THOMAS O. MOE (Tom) A man of cheerful yesterdays and confident tomorrows. Dckcs, Hockey '59, Tennis ’59, 61. BARBARA A. MOHN (Barb) When timed silence hath more eloquence than speech. G.A.A., German Club, Hesperian Staff, National Honor Society, Spanish Club. WILLIAM E. MORROW (Bill) Good sense and good nature arc never separated. CRAIG R. MORTON (Morty) He keeps his temper'd mind amid a jarring world. A.F.S. Student to Pakistan, International Club Pres., Latin Club., W-Club, Cross Country '58, ’59, ’60, Tennis ’60, ’61, Track ’59. BAHRAM MOZAYENY have a heart with room for every joy. International Club, W-Club, Cross Country ’60, Track '60. LEE M. MUGGLI (Muggs) Man is the merriest species of the creation. Cross Country ’60, Track ’59. SHARON L. NOLDY Talkers are doers. Del Dcvotas. COLLEN P. O'DAY Portrait of a lady. Art Club, Del Dcvotas Treas., G.A.A., Pep Qub. ELAINE A. O'HERN Soft hair, on which light drops a diadem. Angedias, G.A.A. RICHARD J. MUSCHAMP (Dick) Man is ever in need of man. Band, Variety Show, Baseball Mgr., Cross Country ’61, Hockey Mgr. JULIE K. NELSON The pursuit of perfection is the pursuit of sweetness. Angedias Pres., Cheerleader, Dance Group, G.A.A., German Club, Hes- Srian Staff, Homecoming Queen, Latin Qub, Pep ub, Service Club, Social Qub Board. MADELEINE D. NELSON Beauty hath so many charms. Occupational Relations. LEIGH N. NEPRUDE Ways of pleasantness and consideration. JAMES H. NEWELL (Jim) The wisest man is generally he who thinks himself the least so. German Club, Latin Club, National Honor Society, Senior Board, Field Crew. N. TIMOTHY NIXON (Tim) Whoever is foremost, leads others. Chi’s Pres., Choir, German Qub, Junior Class Play, National Honor Society, Senior Board, Senior Class Pres., Student Council, W-Club, Basketball ’59, ’60, ’61, Football ’58, ’59, ’60 apt., Golf ’59 ’60, ’61. VICKE L OLETZKE Every natural action is graceful. Art Qub Pres., Dance Group Opt., G.A.A., German Club, Variety Show, Swimming. BIRGIT M. ONNEN (Bridget) She possesses a talent for living. G.A.A. Board, German Qub, Latin Club, National Honor Society Sec., Red Cross, Service Club Pres., Badminton, Swimming. ELAINE A. OTIS Without haste; without rest. Art Club, G.A.A., Hi-C, Junior Achievement. DAVID I- PARKER (Dave) Men of few words arc the best wen. Football ’58, Swimming ’59-GEORGE R. PARRISH have no mocking or argument; I just witness and wait. Choir. JOHN A. PAZIK Of the six senses the mightiest is humor. JUDITH A. PEARSON Nothing is so strong as gentleness. EL WOOD C. PEDERSON A heart as true as steel. W-Club, Hockey 59. ’60, ’61, Track ’59. ROBERT C PEDERSON (Ped) Humor is a genial quality. Band, Dckcs, German Cub, Occupational Relations, Baseball '59. ’60. S. BRUCE PEILEN (Peel) Give us the man of integrity on whom we can depend. German Club, W-Club, Cross Country ’60, Golf 59, ’60, 6l. DANIEL F.. PEITSO (Dan) He is the fountain of honor. W-Club, Football ’58, ’59, ’60, Swimming ’59, 60, ’61. LINDA J. PETERSON The eye speaks with an eloquence. Arc Club, G.A.A., Junior Achievement, Pep Club, Spanish Club, Te Aguas. PAI.MER E. PETERSON (Pete) He does things in silence with a lurking sense of humor. Football ‘59, Wrestling 59, ’60, ’61. JINNY L. PETERSON (Jin) Variety is the spice of life. Del Dcvotas, German Club, Pep Club, Social Club Board, Spanish Club. DELORES G. POOLE (Dee) That friendship will continue to the end. G.A.A., Junior Achievement, Occupational Relations. GARY S. PORTER A contented man is great. Baseball ’59, Basketball ‘59. Football '58, ‘59. LYNN M. PRESHO (I.indy) Life is to be fortified by many friendships. Art Club, Choir, G.A.A., German Club. Occupational Relations, Te Aguas. CHARLES E. PRINE (Chuck) Rich in good works. Chi's. Choir, French Club, Kow-Pokes Kut-Up Prince 61. Student Council, Variety Show, Baseball '59. Basketball '59, Cross Country ’60, Ftxrtball ’59. STEVEN M. PROKASKY (Pro) Enthusiasm is the genius of sincerity. Drama Club Pres., Forensics, German Club, Hesperian Staff, International Club, Junior Class Play, National Honor Society, Senior Board, Tennis ‘59. Variety Show. JUDIE J. RALPH One who hies life. Art Club Sec., Treas., Social Club Board, Telekets V.P., Tennis. LARRY A. RASMUSSEN It is great to have friends. Transfer from Vocational. R MICHAEL ROBINSON (Mike) Compostere at times when others are aroused. W-Club, Football ’58, 59. 60. Track ’59, Wrestling ’59-VIRGINIA G. ROHWEDDER (Ginny) Devout yet cheerful, active yet resigned. French Club Pres., G.A.A., Spanish Club, Times Stag. JOHN R. ROMUN (Rom) A man is better than a book. Band, Stage Crew, Golf ’60, Hockey ’60, Tennis ’60. JUUANNE D. ROSEN (Julie) Act well your part for there the honor lies. Dance Group, Drama Club Sec., G.A.A., Junior Class Play, Pep Club, Tc Aguas, Variety Show. CHARLES M. ROSS (Chuck) A character worth knowing. Junior Achievement, Occupational Relations, W-CIub, Golf 60 Cape., Skiing ’60. ZSOLT RUMY The will to do, the soul to dare. Chi’s, Senior Board, W-Club, Swimming ’59, ’60. RALEIGH I. SABES (Roli) It is by wit and vivacity that one shines in company. Art Club, Dance Group, G.A.A., German Club, Pep Club, Red Cross, Service Club, Spanish Club, Tc Aguas, Variety Show. BEVERLY D. SAGBERG (Bcv) A good heart is worth gold. Del Devotas, French Club, G.A.A., Pep Club. Service Qub. NANCY R SAI.TZMAN (Nance) When the willingness is great, the difficulties are small. Art Qub, Del Devotas, G.A.A., German Qub, Latin Club, Nightingales, Pep Qub, Red Cross, Service Qub, Times Staff. MAYRIS I. SAMPSON Sensibility is the power of a woman. GERALDINE J. SATHRE (Gerry) Believe weU and have well. Band. G.A.A., Latin Qub, Tclckets. SANDRA G. SAVAGE (Sandy) When Irish eyes are smiling. Art Club, Choir, G.A.A., Pep Qub, QT’s. Social Club Board, Spanish Qub, Swimming. PATRICIA R RATHBUN (Pat) The soul is strong and trusts in goodness. G A.A., Hi-C, Nightingales, QTs. Spanish Club. GARY B. RAYMOND (Ray) Good men arc the best. Junior Achievement, Football ’58. ROBERT R REICK (Bob) Sir, I would rather be right than president. Debate Capt., Forensics, Honor Student, International Club, Junior Qass Play. Latin Qub. National Honor Society Pres., Times Staff. Tennis ’61. JON A L RETTKF. (Jonah) Exuberance is beauty. Art Club, G.A.A., Pep Club, QTs, Red Cross. JOHN H. RIBNICK Lease it to John. Latin Qub. Red Cross, W-Qub, Basketball ’59, Tennis ’59. ’60. 61. JAMES F. RICHARDS (Jim) Slow, steadfast and demure. French Club. Baseball ’59, Football '58. W. GRADY SIEFF He knows what's what. Junior Achievement. JO J. SILVIAN A good mind possesses a kingdom. G.A.A., Larin Club, Pep Club, Red Cross, Te Aguas. MARY A. SLIVER Merrily, Merrily, shall I live now. Choir, G.A.A., Latin Club, Nightingales, Pep Club. MARVIN D. SMALL (Marv) For he's a jolly good fellow. German Club, Junior Achievement, Baseball '59. FREDERICK J. SMITH (Fox) He who is firm and resolute in will molds the world to himself. German Club Pres.. National Honor Society Pres., Student Council Treas, W-Club. Basketball ’58, ’59, 60, Football ’58. 59, ’60. Track 59, 60. 61. JUDY L. SMITH (Smitty) All grand thoughts come from the heart. Art Club. RICHARD P. SNYDER (Dick) And certainly he was a good fellow. Junior Achievement. SANDRA J. SONGLE (Sandy) Wit to persuade, beauty to delight. Art Club, Cheerleader, G.A.A., Homecoming Attendant ’58, ’59, ’60, Latin Club. Red Cross, Student Council, Telekets, Tennis. SUSAN R SPRY (Sue) Life is what you make it; I prefer to make it interesting. Angcdias Treas, G.A.A., German Club, Nightingales, Pep Club. Spanish Gub. JOHN B. STANDAL Thy wit goes easily. Dekes Treas, German Gub, Latin Gub, W-Gub, Baseball ’59, Football ’58. 59. Hockey 59. ’60. LEROY W. STEDMAN Quiet is a good thing. German Gub. BARBARA E STEIN (Barb) Enthusiasm moves the world. Cheerleader, Choir, G.A.A, German Club, Latin Gub, Pep Gub, Social Gub Board, Tc Aguas Treas., Variety Show, A.GG JANE P. SCHAUER (Showers) Nothing is rarer than goodness. Art Gub, Band, Choir, Del Devotas, G.A.A., Junior Achievement, Pep Gub, Red Goss, Spanish Club. Bowling. JAMES A. SCHNICKEL (Jim) Constant, punctual, dependable, like the tick of a clock. Chi’s German Club. W-Club, Football ’58, ’$9. ’60, Swimming '59, 60, 6l Capt. KATHERINE H SCHWARTZROCK (Kathy) Tranquillity! Thou better name. Art Gub, Del Devotas PETER L SELCER (Pete) Let no act be done a haphazard. German Club. Baseball 59, ’60, '61, Basketball '59, ’60, 61. JAMES L SHANEDLING (Jim) Men of talent are men for occasions. Chi's, Spanish Club, Variety Show, W-Gub, Baseball '59. Tennis ’60, ’61. 1 l.RRY I. SHAPIRO A sensitive plant in a garden grew. Angedias, G.A.A., Pep Gub. Spanish Club. SAMUEL T. STERN (Sam) Quietness is best. DANIEL H. STEVENS (Fabian) The bold are strong. Choir, Dekcs, German Club, Junior Achievement, Latin Club. W-Club, Basketball 59, Football 58, 59, ’60. LINDA C STEVENSON Adventures are to the adventurous. G.A.A. GRETCHEN K. STILLER (Abholen) Variety is the mother of enjoyment. G.A.A., German Club. BARBARA A. STILLMAN (Barb) Next to love, quietness. G.A.A., QT’s, Spanish dub. GARY A. STROTHER Of plain sound sense. Latin Cub. JUDITH A. SUNDBERG (Judy) Nothing is so cantagious as enthusiasm. Art dub. Choir, Del Devotas. G.A.A., Pep Club, Red Cross, Social dub Board, Spanish dub. Variety Show. LINDA G. SUSSMAN Every human being is in-tended to have a character of his otvn. Art dub, French dub. ARNULF L SVENDSEN (Arnie) To love the game abot e the prize. Boys State, Chi’s Sec., V.P., Kow-Pokes Kut-Up Prince ’61, Latin dub. National Honor Society Treat, Senior Board, Student Council. W-Club, Football ’58, ’59, ‘60. Capt., Hockey '59, ’60, ’61, Capt., Tennis ’61, Track ’59, ’60. TERRANCE E TEMP (Lump) Life's a funny proposition after all. Dekcs, W-dub, Basketball ’59, '60. Football ’58. ’59, ’60, Track ’59. GAYNELLE A. TEMPLIN (Gay) Good deeds ring clear through Heaven like a bell. Choir, G.A.A., Latin Club, Nightingales. BETTY L TETNER Delightful to know. Del Devotas V.P., French Club, G.A.A., National Honor Society, Pep dub, Red Cross, Service Club, Bowling. Badminton. LOIS A. THADEI (Lo) How easy to be amiable in the midst of happiness. Band. French dub, G.A.A., German Band. German dub, Hi-C, International dub, Junior Achievement, Times Staff, Swimming, NANCY L THIENES As merry as the day is long. Angedias, Band. Pep dub. ROXANNE V. THORALDSON (Rocky) Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it away from themselves. Hi-C, Nightingales Pres., Treas. DONNA J. WHITNEY She said little but to purpose. G.A.A., Occupational Relations, A.GG COURTNEY P. WILCOX (Corty) Let friendship creep gently to a height. G.A.A., Pep Club, QTs Sec., Red Cross Pres., V.P., Spanish Club. BLAIR E WILLIAMSON (Bel-Air) Amiability consists of wit and goodness. W-CIub, Football ’58, '59. ’60, Swimming 59, ’60, ’61, Track ’59, ’60. RAMONA L. WINTER (Mona) love these little people. Art Club, Choir, G.A.A., Latin Club, Pep Club, Te Aguas. MICHAEL J. WRIGHT (Mike) Good nature is the air of a sound mind. German Club, Basketball ’59. Football 58. '59. ’60, Track '59. MARI LYNNE C. ZIF.MER Her eye had a glow like the sun of her clime. G.A.A., Nightingales, QT's Sec. PAUL E. THOMPSON Honor lies in honest toil. National Honor Society. BRAD R. TRAVERNICHT The thinking man reflects before he speaks. Football '58, Golf ’60. GARY A. TRIEMERT Earnestness commands respect. Baseball ’59, Football '58, Golf ’60. MARY K. TURNER (Una) We cannot be just if we arc not lighthearted. Band, French Club, G.A.A., German Band, Hi-Q Junior Achievement, Variety Show. WILLIAM M. VANETTA (Bill) Sincerity is a trait of noble manhood. Transfer from Baudcttc, Minnesota. ELEANOR D. VANG (Elsie) Hope and be happy that all's for the best. Band, G.A.A., Occupational Relations, Tc Aguas, Badminton. MICHAEL G. VORONYAK (Mike) Constancy is the compliment to all other human virtues. German Club, Hi-C, W-Club, Baseball ’59. ’60, ’61, Football ’59, Wrestling '59, 60, ’61, Capt. DA VID L WALZ (Dave) Blessings on him who first invented sleep. LELAND S. WATSON (Uni) came, I saw, I conquered. Dekes V.P., German Club, W-Club, Football ’59, ’60, Skiing ’61, Track ’60, Wrestling ’60. WILFRED A. WEBSKOWSKI (Butch) Wondrous is the strength of cheerfulness. PATRICIA D. WECKWORTH (Pat) Friendship cannot live with ceremony. Choir, G.A.A., Occupational Relations. THOMAS G WHITE (Tom) He could on either side dispute. Debate Capt., Drama Club V.P., Forensics Capt., Honor Student, Junior Class Play, Utin Gub, National Honor Society Trcas., Senior Gass Play, Tennis ’61. Not Pictured Doreen V. Eastman LeRoy K. Fuller Jon W. Gilfillan Jerry Gobel Linda Gurley Joan E. Larson Gary K. Nielsen Dennis K. Nilsen Karen J. Miller Thomas J. Reeves Bridget N. Riley Susan K. Strand Frederick Wilkinson Harriet D. Wisocki A Statement of the Class As we leave West for the last time it will be a sad experience indeed, for she has been good to us these last three years. Days have been rich in memories. From the age of Lowly Sophomorism to the wonderful times of Supreme Seniorship we built lasting friendships and acquired valuable stocks of knowledge. Through our teachers’ patient help and long hours of nightly study. West High has turned out a finished product of top quality high school graduates, the key to a growing free society. Senior Class President, 1961 Senior Advisors Miss Selma Blessin Mrs. Louise Bowers Miss Frances Ford Mr. Donald Houck Mr. Albert Nelson Mr. Arthur Norton Miss Charlotte Westby Mr. Hugo Wickstrom WEST’S REPRESENTATIVE Senior Craig Morton, this year’s West representative abroad, spent two exciting months in Pakistan. While there, he spent much of his time making speeches, attending parties, and traveling with his “family.” He also had the opportunity to visit East Pakistan. Craig agrees that it was a wonderful experience, and we greatly enjoyed hearing about his trip. West A.FS. Representative — Craig Morton Student Exchange Program Promotes Goodwill To promote better understanding between the United States and foreign countries, West participates in the American Field Service Program. Eddie Hckmat, our exchange student from Iran, will long be remembered for her delightful smile. Her gentle manner has won her the friendships of a great many students here at West. She has shown her enthusiasm by participating in numerous activities, both in and out of school. Kiki Dirksmeyer reminds us of his vigorous and industrial country, Germany. No matter what the occasion, he manages to have a good time. In his amiable way he has fit right into the school curriculum. Energetic and fun-loving, Kiki enjoyed our sports and outside activities. We hope they have enjoyed their stay at West as much as we have enjoyed having them. Along with new ideas and new viewpoints, Eddie and Kiki have brought their happy hearts and smiling faces. They have truly been successful ambassadors of good will. A.FS. Exchange Students — Fairy Hekrnat, Walter Dirksmeyer FOREIGN EXCHANGE BEST ALIBIER Blair Williamson Gretchen Stiller BEST FIGURE AND PHYSIQUE Mike Goldman Sandy Songle BIGGEST FLIRT AND BEST LINE Chuck Prine Raleigh Sabes CLASS CHATTERBOX Terry Temp Judy Koalska HALL OF FAME CUTEST COUPLE Mike McGinnis Sue Hagen DONE MOST FOR SCHOOL Tim Nixon Fred Smith Lil Berman 76 FRIENDLIEST Tom Mclnerney Julie Nelson MOST ATHLETIC Arnie Svendsen Bev Braman MOST HUMOROUS Mike DeMoss Jinny Peterson MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Tom White Evon Bolstad MOST MISCHIEVOUS Danny Belane Mary Ingalls MOST STUDIOUS Bob Reick Marlys Golie 1961 MOST TALENTED Don Prentz Janet Burg PEPPIEST Zsolt Rumy Sue Lindholm SHYEST John Finn Barb Lucking TYPICAL WESTITE Gary Gilbertson Sandy Jameston 77 Queen Julie A tumbled tiger joins the parade. And we'll be jolly friends forevermore. Homecoming I960 Green and white prevailed throughout our eventful homecoming, October 7, I960. An air of suspense heightened the enthusiasm of the entire student body. Careful planning by our Student Council resulted in a celebration symbolic of West tradition. The festivities successfully proved the capability of many Westites. Remember ... the struggle for all-day passes . . . paint spattered faces ... a host of balloons and streamers .. . helium in the halls ... the tense moments before the coronation .. . lovely Queen Julie attended by her court. Barb, Eddie, Sandy, Marilyn and Kay ... the supreme senior skit, of course ... the breathtaking junior production ... the satirical sophomores . . . “Maria” . . . MCs Jim and John . . popcorn in the training room? . . . Joni’s wail, “Where are the keys to the Queen’s car?” . . . Angedia’s winning float . . . our renowned West High Spirit ... the first touchdown of the year . . . our valiant attempt to “Pity the Kity” ... “Ye Olde Royal Ball” at Colum-bia Chalet, a perfect end of a perfect day. Been a long time a plannin . ATTENDANTS: Kay Dunlap. Sandy Songlc. Barb Lucking. Eddio Hokmat. Marilyn Hooper. A Hit, a Very Dramatic Hit” The seniors presented their class play, “Papa is All,” on December 8 and 9. The plot concerns a Pennsylvania Dutch mother, daughter, and son, who resist the isolation imposed on them by an unjust father. Adapting the Mennonite religion for his own end, Papa subdues the simple pleasures. Mama, however, docs not disapprove. Desiring to live their own lives, Jake and Emma arc kept in seclusion because their father considers them indispensable to the working of the farm. Student committees worked behind the scenes on such crews as business, costuming, make-up, technical, publicity, and properties. Their diligent work insured the quality of the play. The unusual production was coordinated by Mr. H. Robert Bailey. Ably assisting him was student director, Nancy Carter. It ca-aame upon a midnight clear ... Cast Mama..............................Madrc Bohn Papa................................Tom White Emma.................. Nancy Ferguson Jake.......................Chris Harris Mrs. Yoder ........................Gail Griffiths State Trooper Brcndlc........Mike Green “May the wrath of God descend on you all” ”Riding with a young man out yet!” ’Talent Begins Great Works” “A Little Bit of Broadway” was brought to West in our annual all-school Variety Show. The nights of April 13 and 14 found Mr. H. Robert Bailey and his “collaborating Genius, Julie Rosen, “frantically overseeing all. Flirtatious flapper, Gail Griffiths, was Mistress of Ceremonies. Ranging from old-fasioned harmony to modern jazz, were the musical selections. Dances covered the area between the Charleston and the modern dance. Adding more variety were several interpretive readings and a melodrama. Committees on publicity, business, costuming, and technical aspects cooperated to make the production a complete sucess. The Lady in Red % I I 83 T think they’ve met before Then Westward Ho... The regal King of Kowpokes “I didn't know the gun was loaded! 84 Kowpokes Kur-Up 1961, sponsored by rhe Student Council, proved to be a very entertaining evening. The Cowboys found the boys’ gym transformed into the atmosphere of a western corral. Around the perimeter of the room were concession booths set up by the various clubs. Hotdogs, pop, and cakes supplied refreshment; a ring-toss and basketball throw furnished exercise; while a fortune teller and the’sponge throw provided entertainment. Photogenic Cowboys enjoyed having their pictures taken with western scenery in a booth new to the Kut-Up. Kowpokes rollicked through square dances called by faithful Hank Williams. Not much co-ordination was involved but everyone had fun. Now and then members of the Kangaroo Kourt intervened to bring several Kowpokes under their judgment. The penalties were not severe but very amusing. The coronation highlighted the evening. Danny Harris, Bob Day, Walter Dirksmeyer, Tom Mclncrney. Chuck Prine, and Arnic Svcndsen made up the court. As Queen Julie crowned Tom, enthusiastic Kowpokes shouted their approval. What has captivated our Cowboys? . .. And they're genuine Norwegian knits. On With the Dance! “First you tell us who made it!” The Twin Sweater Dance, an annual production of the Social Clubs, provided an evening’s gala entertainment for many Westies. There was a variety of sweaters, with a predominance of Scandinavian and bulky styles. Several couples supplied the crowd with chuckles by wearing their somewhat dissimilar “twin sweaters.” To complete the evening’s fun, a glowing fire added just the right touch to the Glen-wood Chalet. Another of the Social Club’s turn-about dances, the Winter Formal, “Holly Daze,” highlighted Christmas vacation. The Minneapolis Golf Club was beautifully decorated with delicate ornaments. Music was furnished by a stylish band, the Rondells. All the debonair gentlemen and their charming dates agreed that it perfectly climaxed the holiday season. Concentration And so it was .. . ... all were in a “holly daze.” Teaching has its rewards. Who's the lucky girl? Without Labor Nothing Prospers Now is not the time for a siesta, boys! The growing strength of American education has become evident here at West. An apparent enthusiasm for learning could be seen in the student-faculty relationship. Each class possessed worthy values and was significant in itself. The presentation of organized material enabled the students to use their abstract understandings to the fullest degree. The production of numerous academic auditoriums, including such phases as the arts and sciences, in addition to the student body’s interest in such areas as world affairs, clearly showed that daily school life is the basis for substantial future life. All is quiet on the Western front. 'Turns the flight before deadline .. . Too many cooks spoil the broth. “Where’ll that extra finger go? “This is the only way to teach.” A toast to our mothers’ fine lunches. ‘Once upon a time there was a little Norseman 87 Hail! Hail! The gang's all here. Ah ah; watch those calories! ‘This is how it's done, girls' Varsity Hockey versus Sophomore Basketball .. But Men Cannot Labor On Always” To further character development, other functions were present in West curriculum. Classroom associations taught formal academic purposes, but also gave great personal satisfaction to the students. It was here that a strengthening of personalities was achieved. Also present were the “little things” that make school life fun. It was found that in learning together, the students and administration could share all their pleasures. These factors too, made up a strong foundation for preparation of a well-rounded life. The Jovial Juniors ♦ The Smart Set The day that the snow came down. Fashion Is Forever New Westites belonged to the “Smart Set” this year. Coiffures definitely followed the fashion. The bubble hair style and its counterparts became more bubbly by an operation entitled “ratting. New to the feminine fashion world w-ere the culottes, ranging in varying lengths and styles, which proved to be comfortable as well as practical. The girls also donned pleated bermuda skirts and knee-high stockings. For outdoor wear, several varieties in ski apparel were popular. Not to be outdone, the boys wore rich looking jackets and slacks in dark, muted plaids. In addition, suits were often accompanied by vests of contrasting colors and patterns. The gant shirt, a modification of the ivy-league style, was still another important fashion for both the girls and the boys. West’s stylish students were in the fashion mode for 1961. ’61 Seniors as Seafaring Sophs At ye olde Royal Ball . . . Remembered Joys Are Never Passed 1959 • . . Stupendous Sophomores . . . our first pep fest . . . stink week's raving beauties? . . . headache bands and the shapeless chemise ... the “Big Senior Men” . . . ’No-Day . . . “Can’t quite cut it! . . . gerny . . . zero and seventh hours . . . “I’m all for you kids, but you just can’t do it.” . . . Smilin’ Jack and Wilbur Palm . . . tights . . . Spring Sports Day . . . first finals . . . “South Pacific” and the “Seafaring Sophs.” 1960 . . . Jubilant Juniors . . . new administration . . . censoring stink week . . . the “Big Blow” and the hula honeys . . . tunics . . . racoon collars . . . skating at Isles . . . pep fests in the lunchroom . . . Bandstanders . . . “Meet me at the Rainbow!” . . . “District 17 Champs” . . . Chris Harris’ “Shocking Experience” . . . “The Fighting Littles” . . . bingo in Deutsch . . . “peeling ceilings” . . . poor . . . “That was a sound!” . . . circle pins . . . PIZZA . . . Preambles for Mr. “B” . . . term themes . . . trampolines . . . and with Commencement came our first Senior party. 1961 . . . Supreme Seniors . . . winning our first contest! . . . our Senior zoo — plus Smoothie . . . “Senaj Notiarts . . . Eddie and Kiki . . . Queen Julie . . . senior elections . . . V.E.S.T. President Nixon . . . “Papa Is All . . . Perkins Pancakes . . . “Where’s the party?” . . . Metracal for the diligent dieters . . . Grunions and pumpkin raid . . . our quaint Christmas tree . . . sugar plums . . . Miss Blessin vs. the common cold . . . checking out the Calhoun . . . Pete’s diet . . . Senior breakfasts . . . “The Untouchables” . . . crass . . . Ratted hair . . . “this is a general announcement” ... the “almost” in hockey .. . charity drives . . . the gossip column in the Times . . . the “route” . . . retakes, retakes, and MORE retakes . . . Chi’s joints . . . huzza . . . Bunny Love ... the big SNOW . . . Tom, King of the Kow-Pokes . . . the Great Train Ride Debate . . . gang showers . . . Cookie Lavagetto . . . Tarzan parties . . . Mr. Stoylen's children . . . Senior Dues . . . it’s unbelievable . . . Yogi bear . . . William Jennings Bryan .. . Happy Birthday, Arnie . . . “Bucky Beaver” . . . Tobogganing . . . 7 or 8 . .. “Marble-mouth Baxter . . . Sadie Hawkins . . . the All School Prom ... 1961 Commencement . . . the senior train ride . . .West’s better than the a-a-average school. Our years at West have been keys to the happiness that memories bring. 93 The 1961 Hesperian Staff General Editors Business Managers Copy Editor Faculty Editor Underclassmen Editors Organizations Editors Sports Editor Seniors Editor School Life Editors T ypist Faculty Advisor Bonnie Hartwick Mike McGinnis Judy Jensen Steve Prokasky Sue Hagen Barb Mohn Sue Ausman Evon Bolstad Sue Bergford Mary Heath Don Frentz Phyllis Blazek Barb Lucking Julie Nelson Inta Leleps Mr. Andrew Ostazeski Patrons Angedias Social Club Art Club Mr. and Mrs. William Braman Dckc’s Hi-Y Del Devotas Social Club Mrs. C. C. DeMoss Mrs. Dorothy Fjeldheim Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Frentz GAA Board Mr. and Mrs. Max J. Goldman Mr. and Mrs. Ernest O. Hagen Mr. and Mrs. Edwin J. Hartwick Mr. and Mrs. Edwin L. Heath Mr. and Mrs. George Jensen Mr. and Mrs. Roland H. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lindholm In Appreciation The professional and personal services of Mr. Robert Pritchard and Mr. John Wallin of Pritchard’s Studio, Mr. Art Segal and Mr. A1 Ominsky of the Bureau of Engraving, Inc. and Mr. Bud Mjos of Dahl Bookbinders made this annual possible. Mr. and Mrs. G. J. Lucking Mr. and Mrs. R. L. McGinnis Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Morton Dr. and Mrs. Willard Mohn Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Nelson Mrs. Betty Peterson Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Pielen Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Prokasky Q T’s Social Club Service Club Student Council Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Svendsen TeAguas Social Club Telckets Social Club Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Tetner Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Vang We wish to say a personal thanks to Sue Ausman, Bev Braman, JoAnn Brumbaugh, Beth Hazzard, Dick Larson, and Sue I.indholm for their candid pictures. In addition, wc appreciate the assistance of Mr. Andrew' Ostazeski and the financial aid of our patrons. 95