West High School - Shaheen Yearbook (Davenport, IA)

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In his gruff, barking voice, Mr. Hassler, junior Warren Schultz, reminds his employees that life centers around the Sleep-Tite factory. You with t Where else could one see a paja- ma-clad Hinsey modeling in Burt Reynold's style, or a high-spirited Gladys Hotchkiss being chased through the woods by Prez, the woman-starved Labor Union presi- dent? And who would believe his eyes if he saw an angel, wings flap- ping, fly across the WHS stage? Prob- ably no one - unless he was among the crowds who came to see the production of The Pajama Game, West High's fifth annual musical. The story is set right here in lowa during the 1950's in the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory of Cedar Rapids. Re- volving around the continual Labor- Management dispute, Sleep-Tite factory workers are demanding a long overdue 7Vz cent raise. Their cause is led by Babe Williams, the ambitious head of the grievance committee. However, things do not go too easily as the workers are up against a hard headed employer and a new superintendent, who is deter- mined to solve the problem through compromise. The dispute becomes even more threatening with compli- Forever renouncing his jealousy, Hinsey, played by junior Doug Henschen, is given moral support by Mabel, played by junior Kar- rie Bot.t. he stars in cations like slow downs, loose but- tons, and love between opposing forces. Some especially unique scenes took place with the aid of the ever important stage, lighting, and set construction crews. There were the Union meetings in Babe's house, the hustle-bustle of the sewing room, the zipper problems in the factory office, and of course, there were the intimacies of Hernando's Hideaway. One might be a bit curious as to the new uniforms that members of the pit orchestra wore. Each musi- cian was donned in his favorite p.j.'s. But their apparel did not hamper their ability to accompany the actors in harmonious music. The talent of many was displayed in such songs as Hey There , Her ls , Steam Heat , Racing with the Clock , and l'll Never be Jealous Again. The many long hours of rehearsals, which began months before the pro- duction was ever opened, proved worthwhile as the audience settled and the lights dimmed our eyes Crowned in his lengthy nightcap, Mr. May directs members of the pit orchestra.

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. MIM mI'H? IIKHTE It's Saturday night, your friends are gath- ered together, and everybody's in a good mood. The question? What to do and where to go? Many West students do similar things on their free weekend evening. Driving around, partying, and going to movies seem to be popular pastimes as expressed by these stu- dents. Senior Dave Iepsen: Mostly I go out with a whole bunch of people, both guys and girls, to parties or to movies. Senior Don Cunninghams: I usually go out with the guys on Fridays, maybe to the mov- ies. Senior Karen Kline: I'll go to a game if there is one or to school activities. Sophomore joan Ragan: We usually go out with a group of girls, riding around looking for guys or if we're really bored we go to a movie. junior Debbie Hammer: I go to parties, or B ..-., - . ., The fast moving game of air hockey is a popular party game. Senior Kim Moseman returns the disc with force towards her opponent's side of the table. The city lights of downtown Davenport cast off long reflections into the waters of the Mississippi. maybe ride around and look for action. Sometimes I have a date. Senior Ioni Cohn: I go out with friends and party most of the time on my nights off. Naturally, Saturday nights must include some kind of eating, anything from pizza at Happy loe's, the Pizza Hut or the Shed to a complete feast at the Dock, Chef's Hat or the Italian Village. Live entertainment is pro- vided at the Ground Round and I. K. Fris- bee's, and for those who enjoy a little disco, Danceland and Uncle Sam's have some pret- ty good music to boogie by. Such places as Nitro Games, Astro Golf, and Land of Oz are frequented by students who enjoy game hall recreations. Or if you wish to get in some exercise, bowling alleys, skating rinks and the Y are open late at night. So it's Saturday night, your friends are all together, and you're all feeling good. The question? Which place to go?