West High School - Warrior Yearbook (Rockford, IL)

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Honor Societies, Special Awards Page Page Page Page Page 8 22 78 142 166 SX' ANDREW CAMLIN Editor HALENE WHITFIELD Associate Editor JEANNE WILLIAMS Associate Editor LILLIAN DAUGIRDA GEORGIA DOTY Art Editors ROBERT AGNEYV Business lllanager NANCY NELSON Advertising Manager BARBARA ANN JONES Circulation Wlanager MISS FLOY DENTLER Art Adviser MISS MARJORIE BRITTAIN Adviser Top Row: M. Bodda., J. Keig, L. Johnson, W. Eichelberger, J. Elam, R. Ingrassiu, C. Miltelstuflt. Third Row: N. L I1 xlm nn M Ma Laughlin, L. Daugirda, B. Bergonz, B. Corey, G. Wllile, E. Carpenter. Second Row: D. White, P. Naill, Miss Briltnm S C ll unarl J Williams, P. MacDougall, C. Baumbach, M. Arbogast. Bottom. Row: G. Doty, M. Kremcyer, R. Agnew, A. Camlin H Wlnllfleld B A. Jones. J. Hall. 6 WITTY COMMENT, a twinkle in her eye, and a friendly grin are characteristic of Miss Mildred Currier. Although her positions as physical education instructor and as adviser to the Girls' Athletic Association bring her in contact mostly with girls, she is equally admired and respected among the boys. Because in her we fi11d a real friend a11d guide who understands the problems of youth and is always ready to help us solve them, we of the Travel Bureau dedicate this tour, the 1948 Warrior, to Miss Mildred Currier. WEST HIGH SCHOOL In nocmforxo num UU! UU ii UU UUU F We Visit the Classrooms A GR D CIRCLE TO R . QE, A Vi . .V - We f. H H 1 ,, , 53 , H ,uw 3549 ei.. ' ' f L94 gk JAMES E. BLUE, M.A. Principal West Senior High School PICTORIAL STUDY OF SCHOOL YEAR WILL REMIND US OF EXPERIENCES AT WEST HIGH HE word 'gtraveln strikes a responsive chord in each one of us, we like to go places and sec things. The stalf mem- bers of the 1948 Warrior have set up a tour which we can enjoy this year and in all future years. They have chosen as our guides the members of our fac- ulty, our traveling com- panions, the members of our classcsg activities, our work in clubs, R.O.T.C., G.A.A., and service organizations, athletics, the members of the staff, the players, and the cheerleadersg and our memories, the honor societies and the special awards. The Warrior, as a pictorial story of West High School during the school year 1947-1948, will be to each one of us what we as individuals have lived into and contributed to West High School. May this pictorial review enable us to relive the many profitable, pleasant, and happy days of our association in W'est High School. -James E. Blue, Principal Ngtas Our principal, Mr. Blue, is chief guide of the West High School students. He assumes the responsibility of arranging the itiner- ary for their tour of this educational institu- tion in such a way that they will be prepared lo cope with the problems of later life. 10 , 'fl '-ee . , V, , 4l i -1 Duties of Mr. James E. Rose, M.A., assistant principal and dean of boys, are varied and plentiful. They include assigning lockers, arranging classes, issuing admits, and giving advice to boys who wish his help. Here David Borg and Richard Wilson are consulting with Mr. Rose. ' Through West Hi h chool in 194 -1948 In her first year as clean of girls, Miss Ca- milla L. Johnson, M.A., has shown her lriendliness and ,her desire to help solve problems. Betty Wilcox and Nan McDonald are talking with her about chartering a bus to Freeport during the football season. 11 Board of Education and Faculty Committee We find the members of our Rockford Board of Education meeting with Mr. Loren L. Whitehead, president, and Mrs. Marion L. Bates, secretary, on the alternate Mondays of each month. To determine the policies under which public schools are to be administered is the main function of this unit. The following committees carry out this purpose: buildings and grounds, which takes care of supplies as well as improvements, educational. which handles employment and salaries of faculty, and finance. This year Mr. Parmer L. Ewing was named superintendent of schools. He came to Rockford from Alton, Illinois, having served that city as superintendent of schools. Department heads meet with Mr. Blue, both as a group and as individuals, in discussing curriculum and subject field problems. The department heads and Mr. Blue, with the assistance and cooperation of the teachers., arc responsible for the content of the courses in the various subject fields. The counselors also meet with Mr. Blue, as a group and as individuals, to discuss general and individual counseling problems. The counselors and Mr. Blue, with the assistance of the homeroom teachers, are responsible for interpreting thc educational program of the high school and the offerings in the various subject fields. BOARD OF EDUCATION--Top How: Mr. Charles Davis tschool attorneyl, Mr. Ernest Estwing, Mr. Loren L. Whiteliead kpresidentl, Mr. George C. Olin, Mr. Lawrence A. Johnson. Second Row: Mr. Felix E. Elliott, Mr. Hugh D. Tolmie ldireclor of buildings and groundsl, Mr. Thomas L. Nolan, Mr. John J. Barelli, Mr. S. Peter Ekslrom. Bottom Row: Mr. Hurry R. Shaw, Mrs. Murrell England, Miss Vera E. Walling tchief clerkl, Mr. Parmer L. Ewing isuperintendent of schoolsl. Mrs. Marion L. Bates lsecretaryl is not shown in the picture. FACULTY COMMITTEE-Standing: Mr. James E. Blue, Lt. Col. John W. Britten, Miss Lena R. Scandroli, Mr. Charles A. Beyer, Mr. James E. Rose, Mr. Harry C. Maitland, Mr. Clarence E. Shumale, and Mr. Fred G. Weller. Seated: Miss Edith Wliiting, Miss Margaret G. Ralston, Miss Lois A. Dilley, Miss Katherine Slade, Miss Camilla L. Johnson, Miss Carolyn Wones, and Miss Myrtle I. Nelson. 12 WHEA Board and Sports Party Committee The objects of the West High Educational Association, as stated by Mrs. Bernard J. Schill, president, are first, to promote the welfare of youth in the home, school, church, and community and second, to develop a closer relationship between home and school that parents and teachers may cooperate more intelligently in the training of young people. Included in the yearis activities are the following: sports banquet, canteens after athletic events, parents' night, sports parties, annual card party, men's night show, and tea for seniors. One of the important projects of the WHEA and the one best known to our students is that of sponsoring a sports party once a month. To carry through this popular idea Mrs. Sid G. Thorpe, adult head of the committee, meets with the student committee of which J im Allaben is head. Among the ll10St important sub-groups are publicity, tickets, policing, clean-up, and one which selects an orchestra. Besides having the cafeteria open for dancing, the committee opens the pool for swimmers and the gyms for other sports. V Mrs. E. G. Thayer. SPORTS PARTY COMMITTEE - Standing: Mr. James E. Rose. Seated: George Kennedy. Charles Williams, Betty Thorpe, Joanne Hend- ricks, Betty Ann Turner, Mrs. Russell Meads, Mrs. Sid G. Thorpe, Mrs. Stewart Walker, Mrs. E. H. Mittelstadt, Fay Etta Morse, Leota Ship- pman, Diane Frick. Mary Stanbery, James Al- aben. 13 WHEA BOARD - Mrs. E. H. Mittelstadt, Mrs. Sid G. Thorpe, Mrs. F. X. Phelan, Mrs. H. A. Harris, Mrs. E. P. Bettinghaus, Mrs. E. D. Webb, Mrs. Bernard J. Schill, Mrs. Harold Hamilton, Mrs. Ralph E. MacIntosh, Mrs. A. A. Needham, Mrs. Leonard B. Bartlett, Mrs. R. H. Baker, -135,4 ' gr ,, st' N it-t 'ka . . Q' 1s?!E4...,, w . 1 1 Y 'x X s. ll ' V ik I z , K ,Y . . N' ft a a OT? ,V i Top Row: Helen F. Barlass. B.A., Mathematicsg LaVerne F. Barnes, B.A., Science, Industrial Artsg Glen L. Bate- sole, M.A.. Mathematicsg Elsie Beatty, M.A., Englishg George A. Berg, B.E., Industrial Arts. Center Row: Charles A. Beyer, A.B., Physical Education Head, Coachg .lune Bornor. B.C.S., Orchestra Directorq Eugenia C. Boyd, M.A., Commercialg Marjorie G. Brittain, M.A., English, Publications: Lt. Col. .lohn W. Britten, BS., Military Science. Bottom. Row: Dorothy Bulls, M.A., Scienceg Jeanne A. Campbell, M.A., Scienceg Leo Calnpisi, B.A., Social Science, Coachg Mary I, Carlson, M.A., Englishg Mrs. Theodora P. Coxon, M.A., l. Knowledge of microscopic organisms is the goal of these zoologists. Robert Rum, Ronald Klemmedson., and Gwen Wllite. pm 14 3. E RE starting our tour of West High, let us ask several of our guides to give their opinions on the courses which they believe benefit the students most in later life. Miss Boyd feels that English is the lnost important studyg Mr. Pratt considers economics of the greatest influence. Art is thought to be the most beneficial course by Miss Dentler because it oHers a hobby as well as an occupation. Sgt. Hamm believes that ROTC aids the boys in developing self-discipline, and Sgt. Wa1'fel feels that ROTC develops leadership quali- ties. Of all the industrial courses of- fered at VV est High, Mr. Robeson thinks that machine shop is the most valuable. Miss Sauber feels that biology is the most profitable subject, especially with an emphasis on human physiology. Miss Ralston definitely believes that discus- sion is a classroom procedure worthy of high commendation, while Miss Sheetz is also in favor of discussion since it often enables a pupil to clarify his ow11 ideas. Another advocate of discussion is Mr. lVeher. NVC all look forward to vacation tilnes, and it seems that our faculty members also have a few thoughts con- cerning this matter. Miss Currier thor- oughly believes that spending the sum- mer at the lake, making repairs on her cottage, is the perfect vacation. Fishing is Mr. Klampeis favorite vacation pas- time, especially if itis for those fine northern Minnesota bass and pike. Sgt. Smith would like to spend his summers on the warm and sunny beaches of the Hawaiian Islands, while a trip 'to Switz- erland. would he ideal in Miss Drie- buschis opinion. Reading seems to be among thc special interests of our guides, and Mr. Barnes chooses the Bible as his favorite hook because of the excellent advice which it offers. Miss Dilley states that she is most fond of Vanity Fair by Thackeray, while Miss Licbich most enjoyed the works of Lloyd C. Douglas. The Complete Works of O'Henry and Kiplingfs Barrack Room Ballads are among Mr. Wyetl1's favorite reading. Miss Slade, who enjoys at- tending movies, selected Going Jlfly Way as excellent. GUIDE In Miss Dentler's art class we see Dorothy Krivitski, Jeanne Zeiss, Lois Thompson, June Driesbavh. Barbara Hamilton, Angie Armato, and Betty Ann Turner modeling with clay. Top Row: Thomas F. Crull, B.A., Seienceg Mildred Currier, M.A., Physical Educationg Mary L. Davis, M.S., Librariang Robert Dennis, M.A Social Science, Assistant Coachr, Margaret Denney, Registrar, Floy E. Dentler, Ph.B., Art. Bottom Row: Miriam E. Depping, M.A., Commer cial: Lois A. Dilley, M.A., English Heatlg Anna E. Driehusch. M.A.. Foreign Language, Charles Espy, M.A., English, Debate Coaehg Ruth S Foster, BS., Englishg Pearl L. Geddes, M.A., English. .Q- , ' N ' th W Y 15 H 'alia Q1 ' ' is H If E. - 15 Gloria Swenson 'md Genevieve Wendell type letters from dictaphones as Charlotte Wessels copies an assignment in a stenography class. N ,3-rw ,, ' ,..i-5' . . , , v ' . I-ni f . is H -, M fx f 45 si M , .i . t. Kilim - 55 lwqf - L W--': GR ' M.- N .ati-XA,, I H . 5, - . te 4, ' , Fw- 3 'L Es Top Row: Mildred Greenlee, M.A., Social St-ienceg Sgt. Charles Hamm. Military Seienceg Mrs. Helen E. Harris, M.A., Assistant Librariang Mrs. Loretta D. Hiestand, B.A.. Conunercialg Amy l. Hollem. M.A.. English. Center Row: Tom C. Horrall, B.S., Seienceg Theodosia Keeler, M.A., Mathematicsg Carl H. Klampe, Industrial Artsg Dorothy A. Knill, M.A., Social Science, Senior Counselorg Mary Louise Liehif-h, Clerk. Bottom Row: Nancy Lind- strom, Booklteeperg Jessie M. Lucas, B.E., Physical Edut-ationg Mrs. Virginia Lutz, Clerkg Mrs. Gertrude Meade, B.S., Scienceg Harry C. Maitland, HE., Assistant Head lndustrial Arts. TRANCE as it may seem coming from an orchestra director, Mr. Bornor believes the forum type radio Q rl! ,J f program henefits the listener most. Mr. , Campisiis favorite radio profframs are E -4' 4 n the shows of Fred Allen and Henry Morgan and the sixth hour news an- nouncements. A musical program ap- peals to Mrs. Hiestand, while Miss Hol- lem selects The Theater Guild on the Air as her favorite. Miss Lindstrom chooses the quiz type program as the most educational for the pupils, and Nlr. Ohlson states that news commen- tary aequaints the listener with current problems. Among the undesirable traits of a pupil, Miss Barlass helieves that private conversations in whispers are the most annoying, while Miss Denney stated that noisy gum-chewing is among the most ohnoxious of student traits. Mr. Trumbull's pet peeve is the Boo- gie Wfoogien played during lunch hour. The quality of the hoys and girls at IDE West High appeals to Miss Davis more ...W 'f ' H t ii 'I M than any other feature of our school. li . -'Ix Ifn' I. I , ,. Wliss Beatty feels that the ideal student ti., -,-' A , should have inspect 101 the opinions of otheis, while fx pcifcct undct ffladuate in VI1 Dcnnls s opinion should he cuuous enough t ask questions and alert 339' enouvh to he OlJSClVll'lU' Miss Knlll and 1 N11 Vincent enjoy the fllCI1ClllllChS and COOPCIHUOII of the students at Nvcst An othel subject wluch should PIOVC vclv H1101 cstmv is the VdllO11S pastimes which out tC'lCllClH enjov Miss C xmpbcll llkcs to thu el, wslule 1 dl1lCl'llIlU' and attending plays tfike up a wood shale of Miss Carl son s lusuie houls Nil Beiff likes to 13156 llyblld ioscs as a hobby, wlnlc M1 S Espy enjoys hlklnff alonff the Blackhawk Tmils In IICI spate UIIIC Miss Geddes likes to take walks 'md to ietul, on the othcl hand, Mrs Hants rates playing frolf and lllklflff amon-1 hcl favoute pas Wlxlle mnnmg l0HlllO1.h in I foods ills Lois Sfmders, Ruth Huls and Loralel Lewis tunes Mlss Peatson has many interests seem quite efficient lflfllldllla' lbdfllfllf, C0Oklll0', sewing, gal demnv, 'md tlwvelmff Attendlnv ath lctic contests md COHCCIIIIU stamps oc cupv M1 Salam 2. lusuic time, while M1 Saudnrgas likes to lead short SIOFICS with 1 humfm mtcicst anfflc Ml lvlll son cnjovs p'ut1c1p'1t1n1f in ffolf and watchmu footb all 1flIl1CS rr1dVC1ll'l0', leuhnff, and eatmff no Miss WOIICQ lclsuic '1ct1v1t1es, Miss XVIRV enjoys plc mckm-T and vfolng to the theatel Betty Owens Clerk Ellmbeth F Pe lrson BA English, Dr lnrltus, Irena. Phillips MA Social Sctulne Bottom Row Mauon Pierce Phys ull Edufallon Ch lrles M Prnt Induslnll Arts M'lrg.,1rel C Rllston M A Homc Econonucs Held Cloyd 0 Robeson, B S Industrnl Arts Alfred D Swbm MA lndustrnl Arts Angelvn T Slporltl BS Home Etonomus nav A My 615 A 17 1 ' . 'Ig e e - . .I I . ,II-,IF I Q, I . u ? ' ' 1 ' 1 I H fi' ia-. Al ' s D I , I y . . 1' ' ' v . , j b- I 5 I 4 A I . :II . I I L - ' , t 's. ' ' I' ' ' 1 l t f A . . ' ' . . 1 ' . x-Q ' ' . -' 1 ' ' 'g . I Nw :V It . .5 ' ' 1 1 ' i ,fl I. ' A, .1 - 4 . L l D. ' Ii : .. f f ' ,-. - ' . . - ' 3 , ff U ' U , . L I V U 1 .3 ' . - , i ' 5 s' . . . . ' , 2 t . . . . C, . u .is v- Q 1 . 3 I u' . I V . . I fs,-,. . L n xv A . , I . I . . - . I III U III .I . . . U I I ' 3 . . . - . a z '- ::.:s, s . i ., ' n Q 'X' u Q c .- ' ' U ' F' ' F9 ' . ri ' zz' U ' ' I I x- i . I ' D A- I , u 1 I ,H 1. U . L I - I I - , ., III ,I I i.I ' - . I . I I I . I. I I . III . U . . 6 V i bi I I ,. III . f ' . . ' . . 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Bottom Row: Alice Walker, M.A., Social Studiesg Sgt. Lowell Warfel, Military Scienceg Fred C. Weber, M.A., Science Heatlg Maude E. Weillsclielik, M.A., Englishg Charles E. Wfhitenavk, M.A., Social Science. Learning to use a dictionary efficiently are Norma Schmidt, Elaine Pearson. and Michael Ciaccio, English students. 18 R. BATESOLE'S secret ambition is to retire with enough income to travel the entire world, and Mrs. Coxon states that she would prefer to live in the suburb of a large city. Miss Foster desires to he an excellent cook, while Miss Lucas would like to have a personal shopper to make all of her purchases. Mr. Max states that he would like to give every student an NAU in chemistry, and Miss Owens would like to go to New York to attend several musical produc- tions. To live on a farm has always been the secret desire of Miss Weinsclmenk, and Miss Phillips confesses that she has always wanted to live in Northern Illi- nois. Miss Scandroli has hopes that in the future she will have a class which will react in a pleasant way when a test is announced. Lt. Col. Britten would sincerely like to see the relationship be- 5.1-.Ll ll! X3 'io tween the East and West high schools improved. Concerning civic improve- ments which Rockford needs most, Miss Butts considers a well managed youth center as the cityis greatest need, and Mr. Schade agrees that an improved program of recreation would greatly benefit the youth. Wider streets and more restaurants are suggested hy Miss Greenlee, and Miss Saporiti feels that Rockford would benefit from an outdoor amphitheater. Mr. Wfhitenack recom- mends a community center and more off the street parking. Many of our fac- ulty memhers desire to travel, including Mr. Beyer who would like to attend the Olympic games in London this summer. Some day Miss Brittain hopes to take a walking tour through the Scottish lake country. Mr. Crull would like to take a trip around the world, while a Euro- pean tour appeals to Mr. Shumatc. Miss Depping would again like to visit the Rocky Mountain National Park. The southwestern parts of the United States beckons to Mr. Horrall, while Mrs. Lutz would enjoy the northeastern part of our country or Canadag Mr. Maitland states that he would derive pleasure from visiting the Ozark country and the Kentucky hills. Miss Nelson, Miss Wliit- ing, and Miss Pierce choose Hawaii as a delightful spot to visitg on the other hand, Mrs. Meade would enjoy a trip to Alaska. Miss Zacker would love to travel through Mexico, as would Miss Keeler, while Miss Walker would prefer to go deeper into the South American coun- tries, GIDES V- e e Dan Hanna explains the use of the slide rule to Jim French, Basil Cast-io, Kenneth Bull, and Janis Conklin in trigonometry. Intent on their clothing class textile study are Sylvia Brocklnan, Jeannine Riley, Marilyn Mc-Intosh, Connie Helm, and Margaret Fain. Edith Whiting, A.B.., Social Science Headg Milo E. Willson, B.S., Mathematics, Coachg Carolyn W'ones, M.A., Matllemalics, Sophomore Coun selorg Helen Wray, R.N., Nurseg John W. Wyeth, M.A., Social Studies, Coachg Jean Zacker, M.A., Foreign Language. ',.5'ffQLAp. 1--1,,,,,L,g,,.f, '- ' fa,--lifes 12 19 i l r to Circle Tour Views Prove 46West ls Best Opposite, Top Left: Mr. Blue addresses a faculty meeting on Wednesday afternoon. Top Right: Miss Denney works with her ollicc personnel. Center Left: Weighing and measuring with various instruments during a physics experi- ment are the tasks being performed by these zoologists. Center Middle: La Verne Dickson and Leo Hilton are replacing an oil pan on a Dodge motor in an auto shop class. Center Right: Our employment manager, Mr. Schade, is talking to David Caskey and .lean Secard. Bottom Left: Here are Miss Nl-'ray and her assistants, Virginia Evanson, Betty Waters, Dorothy Dean, Miss NVray, and Irma Clayton. Bottom Right: Mrs. Neth, Mrs. Thorn, Mrs. Gieron, and Mrs. Jones, cafeteria workers, are preparing lunch in the cafeteria. Top Lefr: An attractive French classroom bulletin is being prepared by Janet Howell, Dorothy Arnold, Sam De Ria- mando, and Dick Wilson. Top Right: Ralph Woods, Connie Helm, and Joan Ridgway, students of an American problems class, are viewing pictures of the housing problem. Bottom Left: In a gym class Mary Lou Miller, Nancy Ruth Andress, Gwen NVbitc, and Helen Mariani do a deep knee bend. Bottom Right: A group of Spanish students, ,lim Cutler, Margie Shanhouse, Barbara Peter, and Shirley Woods, are displaying Mexican handicrafts. wwf ty-wuusww-nm tu in . ,Q ' , -mm. 12 -Q-as - . P I ' f .- A ' ' ' , . , : V am- Num' K - 1- 'uw mm Ana: , A ' n if-anl . 21 'Q nga E: L- EE? : wsi 53 :E sages gg 2:-1 2' is 'QXEQ hllglglg-l!lllIllIl FJRFIIITH ug!-ng gnlingmgunlg-Ing llvlrl-main: ngmnug Illiillliulllllljljla Immun-- IHMIIM gnnluilillminnx w 1' 5.55555 -.mu mmm: gg Ei. - . EB We Meet Many Friends Graduating Class Members Enjoy Eventful Year An important visit on our tour through West High is to room 124. Here we meet lVliss Dorothy A. Knill, counselor of the class of 1948. In the top picture she is discussing college entrance requirements with two members of the senior class, Pat Simms and Dan Hanna. Miss Knill believes that academic pursuits and personality ratings are the outstanding goals dur- ing school years. She also feels that the extra-eurric- ular activities are all equally important since each meets the needs of individual students. Among tl1e extra-curricular activities closely related to the sen- iors are the class play and Senior Prom. One of the many duties of class officers elected in the fall of the year is to measure their fellow seniors for caps and gowns. They are shown in the middle picture at work on this project. From left to right they are Alice Needham, secretary, Lucille Stone, treasurer, Jim Price, vice president, and .lack Winning, president. To many, the events which carry along with them the best, and yet the saddest, memories come near the close of our school year. As you probably have guessed, by this we mean commencement and all the events that go along with it. Before the final com- mencement day, a Senior Luncheon is held for all class members. Another very important day is the Sunday before graduation when the Baccalaureate service is held in the school auditorium. Members of the senior class send announcements to their friends and relatives telling of their coming graduation. ln the bottom picture are the four seniors who were asked to aid in choosing the announcements for this year, Betty Bartlett, Dorothy Vallortigara, Basil Cas- cio, and Dick Larson. Senior day, the last legal day of school for members of the graduating class, is a thrill to everyone who observes it. On this day, all the seniors wear their caps and gowns for the first tin1e. All through our career at West High, we are being directed toward our life work or college, depending on what we are planning to do after graduation. Vile are encouraged to talk with many representatives from various colleges who visit West High frequently. ln this way we are able to decide what courses we should follow and where we wish to attend college. For all this and many more services we, the members of the class of '48, say thank you from our hearts to all the teachers and friends who have lent us a helping hand. 1948 Seniors Present uYou Can't Take It With Youi' Our journey proceeds to the play enacted by members of the class of 48. This year our senior class used Kauffman and Hart's comedy, 6'You Canal Take It With You. In the top left picture Kolenkov, Doug Trout, is showing Essie, Lou Stone, some ballet techniques while Reba, Anna Belle Ware, and Donald, Robert Owens, her boy friend, look on. ln another scene from GYou Can't Take It With Youf' top right, Mr. DePinna, Jack lvinning, bows low as Kolenkov presents the Grand Duchess Olga Katrina, Shirley Miller. Alice, Jackie lppen, and Tony, Bob Lock- lin, her boy friend, are interested observers. The stage crew was necessary backstage for many purposes, including that of providing the sound effects which gave the impression of fireworks. They are, bottom left, George Robert- son, Don Langkamp, Floyd Burrier, lVlr. B. T. Wfolfe, Jim Wilson, and Doreen Dahl. In the bottom right picture we see that Grandpa, Recd Searle, is very disgusted as the income tax collector, Dick Cherry, confronts him with the fact that he owes the government a great deal of money. Penny Sycamore, Dorie Meenen, and Paul Sycamore, Al Johnson, appear surprised. Our sincere approval goes to Miss Elizabeth Pearson, the director, and the cast for the grand success they made of this production. 25 Senior Prom and Senior Luncheon Traditional As we near the end of our tour., we attend many important events arranged to hid farewell to the graduating seniors. Included in these is the Senior Prom. As it is the only strictly formal dance of the year, it is eagerly anticipated. Girls are arrayed in a variety of new formals while their escorts usually are dressed in white coats and dark trousers. ln the photograph, top left, the following senior class oflicers of l947 are shown leading the Grand fMareh: back row: ,loan Clouser, secretary, Bob Wilson, Jody Hickox, treasurerg Roy Oliver. Front row: ,lean- nie Wliitelieaclg Tom Tenney, president, Mary Arnett, vice presidentg and Bob Chockley. At the Senior Luncheon, a gala affair, the seniors and their homeroom teachers gather in the cafeteria to say good-by and enjoy the food and entertainment. During the program of '47, top right, excellent speeches were given by Miss Humphreys, Tom Tenney, president, David North, Miss Knillg Mr. Blueg Mary Arnett, vice presidentg and Jody Hickox, treasurer. Standing by one of the many wall decorations placed about the gym are Mary Arnett and her date, Bob Chockley, engaged in conversation with Tom Tenncy and ,lean Wliitclleacl, bottom left. At one of the tahles, bottom right, a group of students may he seen exchanging views on current topics during the Senior Luncheon. 26 1948 We Shall Never Forget Commencement Day The most 1llCll10l'3lJlC ceremony for seniors is commencement. Held in the Coronado theater, this solemn rite impresses graduates with the importance of applying in everyday life the principles they have learned in school. lvitll eyes to the future, hoth student and adult speakers base their topics on the value of education. The speakers at the 1947 commencenient, shown at the top left, were Principal James E. Blucg Dr. Harold lddings Bell, consult- ant on education to the Protestant Episcopal Church of Chicagog and Mr. Loren L. Wliiteliead, president of the Board of Education. Perhaps the most important feature of the graduation exercises is the awarding of diplomas, each senior receiving the award from Mr. Whitehead. In the photograph at the top right, he is shown handing a diploma to Lorraine Borst while Mary Amett, senior class vice president, and Tom Tenney, president, assist. Two students, a boy and a girl., are elected each year by the senior class to speak at this ceremony. Last year the honor was bestowed upon Bernice Mutimer and Alfred Makulec, bottom left. Realizing the significance of the cherished document, .lody Hickcox is pictured, bottom right, proudly displaying hers to Gloria lncclli, Doris Durhrow, Jeannette MCCRlllIllilll'l,, and Marjorie Chandler. 21 EVERLY ANN AASE Y-Teens 2, 35 Commercia 3, 45 Home- room Treasurer 25 Red Cross Council 4. Everly, who thinks that shorthand contributed most to her education, plans to become a private secretary. She wants to visit the Hawaiian Islands. ROBERT SAMUEL AGNEW ROTC Drill Team 2, 3, 45 Oustanding Cadet 35 Publications 2, 3, 4, Business Manager 45 Quill and Scroll 45 Hi-Y 3, 4. Bob feels that he has gained much experience from selling advertise- ments for publications. The cafeteria is his favorite room in the school. BARBARA JOAN ANDERSON Publications 25 Social Arts 25 8-5-3 35 Euclidean Circle 35 Y-Teens 2, 4. Improvement of grades has been Barb's goal. Although she plans to go to business college, her secret ambition is to become a nurse. DELORES JEAN ARBOGAST 8-5-3 45 CAA 4. When Delores returned front Califor- nia, she noted many changes. Because Miss Whiting's room is always open to students, she likes that room most. MARCELLA ANN BAINBRIDGE ABL 3, 4, President 45 Owl 2, 3, 4, News Editor 45 Quill and Scroll 3, 45 Girls' Glee 35 Homeroom Treasurer 3. M arcee, -who prefers swimming to all other forms of recreation, believes that people should spend more time learning to enjoy themselves. ARLENE MAE BALDINGER Library 3. Because she plans to become a stenog- rapher upon leaving school, Arlene has taken a preparatory business course. She has enjoyed the friendly atmos- phere of homeroom 313. LOIS GAIL BARR Commercia 3, 45 Y-Teens 3, 45 8-5-3 3, 45 Social Arts 2. Lois, whose favorite subjects are his- tory and commercial, plans to go into oHice work after graduation. Making new friends is her hobby. 1948 .-. BENJAMIN LAWRENCE ABRUZZO Football 3, 45 Track 25 Swimming 25 Pan-American 2, 35 R Club 45 Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Homeroom Vice President 45 Student Council 4. The first day at W'est was Benny's biggest thrill. As his secret ambition is to be a trapper, he enjoys hunting in his spare time. JAMES WILSON ALLABEN Euclidean Circle 2, 3, 45 8-5-3 3, 4, Secretary 35 Conservation 3, 45 Forum 3, 45 Debate 25 Tennis 25 Red Cross Council 3, 4, Chairman 45 ROTC Drill Team 3, 45 Student Council 2, 4, Treas- urer 45 Band 2, 3, 4, Drum Major 4. After graduation ,lim plans to prepare for his doctor's career by going to pharmacy school and to medical school. DAVID EDWARD ANDERSON Pan American 25 Publications 25 Golf 25 Homeroom Vice President 2. Ernie, who would like to be a sales- man, is planning on college after ishing high school. Interested in all sports, he names golf and basketball as his favorites. NANCY LEE ARMSTRONG 8-5-3 3, 45 Euclidean Circle 45 An- nual 25 GAA 2, 3, 45 Orchestra 2, 3, 4. Nancy believes that people would be much happier if they would live by the Golden Rulef' Traveling through Europe would be her idea of time well spent. RICHARD HARWOOD BAKER Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 Euclidean Circle 2, 3, 45 Forum 3, 45 R Club 2, 3, 45 Swimming 2, 3, 45 Football 2, 45 Class Play 35 Homeroom Treasurer 3, Vice Presi- dent 4. Our Hearts W ere Young and Gay , is Mouse's fondest memory of his high school days. Like most men, he dis- likes the New Lookf' HOWARD JAMES BANNEN Hi-Y 2, 3, 45 R Club 3, 45 Football 3, 45 Golf 45 Homeroom Treasurer 2, 3, Vice President 4. Howard enjoyed all activities, espe- cially the East-West games. Smile and the world smiles with you is his motto5 the gym, his favorite room. ELIZABETH ANN BARTLETT Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4, Quartet 2, 3, 45 CAA 2, 3, 45 Publications 3, 4, Feature Editor 45 Forum 3, 45 Debate 2, 3, 45 ABL 3, 45 Student Council 25 Red Cross Council 35 Homeroom Secretary 45 National Honor 3, fl-5 Quill and Scroll 3, 4. Enjoying all phases of school life, Betty hopes to become a writer or radio worker. 6 l W' 3 1 -f 1' 1 '.- FRANKLIN WILLIAM BAUER Among his various mottoes Bub- bles includes, Be Preparerlf, After completing high school, he plans to further his education by attending col- lege. CHARLENE ERNESTINE BEACH 8-5-3 33 Social Arts 43 Melody 4, Li- brarian 4. Chuckie is planning a career in ministry and social work3 her secret ambition- is to be a lawyer. She enjoys riding horseback as a mode of recre- ation. CHAMNESS DALE BEHM The coming year -will find Dale a freshman in college. The games, as- semblies, and good times had at school will always be among his cherished memories. MARILYN MAY BENJAMIN CAA 2, 3, 4. By attending Patricia Stevens's school in Chicago, Henje hopes to prepare for a modeling career. The victory of West over East in football will always stand out in her memory. BARBARA JEAN BERGONZ Y-Teens 23 Publications 3, 43 Forum 43 ABL 43 8-5-3 43 Class Play 3. The University of Colorado is Barb's destination for future education. She finds much enjoyment in listening to classical records. ERWIN PA UL BETTINCHAUS Debate, 2, 3, 43 Forum 2, 3, 4, Treas- urer 43 Euclidean Circle 23 Tennis 2, 3, 43 Class Play 3, 43 8-5-3 23 Band 2. Erwin feels that high school has taught him the value of teamwork. His activities have proved to him that work- ing together is a necessity. 'Wh dvi 'Y' ti Cl . f . YI .Im :-:- BARBARA LOUISE BAUM CAA 2g 8-5-3 3, 43 Conservation 3. To Barb, the most valuable thing ob- tained from high school besides know- ledge is the ability to get long with others. ROGER BRADLEY BECKSTROM Hi-Y 3, 43 Band 2, 3, 43 Euclidean Cir- cle 4. Pharmacy school is Rog's destination after graduation. Band and ROTC are his favorite extra-curricular activities while basketball rates high on his choice of sports. JUNE ALEATRICE BENJAMIN Chorus 3g Melody 4. June is looking forward to the day when she will become an ojicer in the Volunteers of America. French is her favorite subject. RICHARD WILLIAM BEN JAMIN Commercia 2. In the field of sports, basketball, swimming, and softball are Dick's fa- vorites. He enjoyed his courses in biology and printing. CLIFFORD LOWELL BERRYMAN Football 3. Some day Cliford hopes to pilot his own plane, but now his hobby of build- ing model planes occupies much of his time. He plans to study metallurgy and mining. OSCAR CALVIN BLACKWELL Latin 2, 3, 4, President 43 R Club 2, 3, 43 Football 2, 3, 43 Track, 2, 33 Camera 43 Orchestra 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Counselor 3, 4. Help others is a motto which Doon has lived up to admirably. He will al- ways remember being on the football team and the good times he had in orchestra. 29 CEDRIC WILLIAM BLAZER Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Football 2, 3, 43 Basket- ball 2, 35 Track 2, 3, 4.3 ROTC Captain 4, RH Club 3, 43 Homeroom Vice President 23 8-5-3 3, Euclidean Circle 3, National Athletic Scholarship So- ciety 4. Being chosen a captain in ROTC was a thrill to Cedric. The Varsity locker room is his favorite room: and football, his most enjoyed sport. RONALD FAY BODDA Football 2, 3, 43 Baseball 33 ROTC Rifle 2, 3, 4, Captain 3, Hi-Y 3, 45 Homeroom President 2, 3, 4. Thinking of joining the service, Ron- ald feels that his participation on the rifle team in ROTC has been a valuable experience. BEVERLY ANN BORN Commercia 3, 4, Secretary 4. H201 is my favorite room because it has the most comfortable seats in school, states Bev. Her commercial subjects have helped to prepare her for office -work in the future. WALTER MC CREE BOSTON Football 3, 43 Forum 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Rv Club 3, 4g Boys' Glee 2, 35 A Cappella 4. It's what a person really kno-ws, not his grades that count, says Walter. Singing in the operetta and playing football were thrilling experiences. RICHARD MAURICE BRATTLAND Conservation 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 3, 4. Tinkering with radios is Dick's meth- od of spending spare time. The friend- ship of many students has helped make his high school days more enjoyable. VIOLA JEAN BROUGH Commercial 4g Conservation 4. Vi's motto Go West, is proof of her school spirit. Stenography and first aid are two useful arts gained from her school days. DONALD EUGENE BRUER ROTC Drill Team 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 4.3 8-5-3 4, Commercia 43 Homeroom Vice President 4. The field of criminology is the career for which Don will prepare himself. Of his extra-curricular activities he pre- fers the special drill team. 1948 .... SID NELSON BLOOMQUIST Band 2, 3, 4. Sid is looking forward to the day when he will be successfully grown up and retired from work. His good grades were a great satisfaction to him. DAVID GEORGE BORG Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Rn Club 43 8-5-3 4, Ten- nis 2, 3., 43 Homeroom Secretary 4. David is very much interested in the field of aeronautics, especially flying, which he wants to study in college. Al- gebra is the subject he enjoyed most. LENA JOANNE BORTOLI GAA 2, 3, 4, Commercia 4g 8-5-3 3, 43 Red Cross Council 45 Social Arts 3, 4, Treasurer 4. Lee believes that her teachers have furthered her interest in home eco- nomics which she will study in college. For amusement, toboggoning, bowling, and baseball rate high. MARTEL JAMES BOYER In Martel's opinion, high school has taught him the ability to concentrate on his subjects. He is not in favor of the new look. SYLVIA JEAN BROCKMAN Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 Social Arts 3, 4, Con- servation 4g FTA 43 Commercia 4. Sylvia would like to fly to Germany, in the meantime, she plans to work in an office. The Golden Rule is the philosophy she follows. W'ILLlAM STANTON BROWN Enjoying the open air, William will work on a farm next year. He will al- ways remember his first day at West and the pep rallies before the games. ROBERT BLAINE BUCHANAN Owl 3, 4, Sports Editor 4, Class Play 3. Sports occupy much of Bob's timeg consequently, the East-West games are especially thrilling. He is eagerly await- ing graduation day. MARTIN EUGENE BUDACK Marty has an English friend whom he hopes to see. Hunting and fishing rate high as sports, while a West victory over East is an unforgettable event., KENNETH LEROY BULL Football 3, 45 Baseball 3, 45 ROTC Rifle 2, 3, 4, Drill Team 3, 4, Treasurer 3, 45 I-Iomeroom Treasurer 25 Euclidean Circle 3, 45 Hi-Y 3, 4. Proud of his medals won at the Evan- ston rifle match, Kenneth is interested in all military phases. Already a li- censed pilot, he hopes to become a -rom- mercial flyer. .IUDITH ANNE BURD i Pan American 25 Commercia 4. When Judy is working, she will look back on her high school days and re- member her English classes and Com- mercia Club with special pleasure. FLOYD GEORGE BURRIER Conservation 3, 45 Camera 45 Stage Crew 3, 4. Being in the winning ROTC com- pany when he was a sophomore meant a great deal to Floyd. He feels that the time spent in shop classes was -worth while, BETTY RUTH BURROVVS 8-5-3 3, 45 GAA 2, 3, 45 Euclidean Circle 45 Student Council 25 Publica- tions 35 Orchestra 2, 3, 45 Pan Amer- ican 4. The Senior Prom is a high spot in Betty's school life. She feels that one gets as much out of a thing as one puts into it. PATRICIA LOUISE BUZZELL 8-5-3 45 Y-Teens 25 Commercial 45 ABL 4. Pat's courses in stenography have pre- pared her for a position in that same line. To her the thrill of meeting kids and attending slumber .parties is un- forgettable. 'vs N' '9' ti y ., . Y, 5- f My ANGELINA LEE BUFALO Latin 2, 45 Social Arts 25 Melody 35 Girls' Glee 45 8-5-3 4. After completing high school, An- gelina 'wants to go through modeling school. She 'values the friendship of her schoolmates and the fun she had in Girls' Glee. LEONARD MANNING BUNK Commercia 4, Treasurer 4. Leonard would like to try his luck at water skiing5 however, at present a good game of baseball keeps him satis- fied. For a pet peeve he names black stockings. CAROL RAMONA BURGESS Social Arts 4. Graduation day will be my biggest thrill, states Carol. Her secret am- bition, flying, will become a reality when she becomes an air stewardess. RICHARD WILLIAM BURRITT Band 2, 3, 45 Euclidean Circle 43 Conservation 4. Because of his keen interest in music, Dick would like to become a musician. The ability to follow directions will be valuable in his fu.rther studies at Brad- ley University. PAULINE ELIZABETH BUSINGA A trip to South America is Pauline's secret ambition. A brisk horseback ride is a very pleasant experience to her. SALLY ANTOINETTE CALAMARI Homeroom Vice President 25 Publi- cations 3, 45 Student Council 35 8-5-3 3, 45 Girls' Chorus 2. Sally will remember her homeroom because here she had so much fun be- ing with her friends. She has enjoyed American problems and working on the Annual staff. ' 31 MICHAEL JAMES CALLEA Social Arts 4. Michael I. is of the opinion that one's future success is directly related to the record made at high school. CATHARINE CANON Orchestra 2, 3, 4, CAA 2. In high school Casey has learned the value of getting along -with others. To work in Omaha is among her ideas for the future. BARBARA ANN CARLSON Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Latin 2, 3, 4, Secre- tary 3, 8-5-3 3, 4, Forum 3, 4, ABL 3, 4, Publications 4, Homeroom Treasurer 3, Scholastic Achievement in History 2. Barb will always remember the fun she had in Junior Classical League. Dancing is the form of recreation she enjoys most. EDWARD EUGENE CARPENTER Basketball 2, 3, 4, Football 2, 3, Forum 4, Publications 4, R Club 3, 4, Euclidean Circle 2, 4, Homeroom Secretary 3, National Athletic Scholar- ship Society 3, 4. Basketball is Ed's main interest and no doubt -will continue to be, as he plans to go to college. Wonzen drivers annoy him. NANCY LOU CARTER Nancy's interest in sports enables her to enjoy keenly the football and bas- ketball games. She believes that school has shown her the necessity of planning for the future. ANNA LEE CAVAN CAA 2, 3, 4, Student Assistant 3, 4, Entre Nous 3, 4, Vice President 4, Owl 4, Homeroom Treasurer 4. Journalism is the field Lee plans to enter after her graduation from college. Both her speech course and writing for the Owl have helped prepare her for that career. ROBERTA LEE CHAMPION Commercia 3, Girls' Chorus 3. The Golden Rule has been the philosophy which Bert has followed at school. To be an artist is her secret ambition. 1948 1 ANDREW ROGERS CAMLIN Publications 2, 3, 4, 'Warrior Editor 4, Military Ball Chairman 4, Student Council 2, Hi-Y 3, 4, Latin 3, 4. The difficult sport, water skiing, is Andy's favorite, hence his interest in summer vacations. His secret ambition is to drive a racer in the Indianapolis Speedway. BEVERLY JEAN CAPRIOLA Social Arts 2, 3, Secretary 3, Com- mercia 3. Office work is the career Shorty will enter upon graduation. Seeing a good movie is her idea of a good way to spend her spare time. DAVID LESHER CARLSON Forum 3, 4, Latin 2, 3, 4, RH Club 3, 4, Hi-Y 3, 4, Publications 3, 4, Foot- ball 3, 4, Class Play 3, Homeroom President 2, 3, National Athletic Schol- arship Society 4. Because the gang congregates in Mr. Dennis's room, Dave considers it his favorite section of school. Sports, especially football, and the Junior Play are among his happy memories. PHYLLIS MARY CARROLL CAA 2, 3, 4. Phyl feels that the most 'valuable thing she has received from school is the friendship of others. She likes to talk over week-end events with her friends. BASIL JOSEPH CASCIO Hi-Y 3, 4, Chairman Membership Committee 3, State Meeting Represen- tative 4, Homeroom Vice President 2, Secretary 3. At college Basil plans to take up en- gineering, hoping some day to become an engineer at a large concern. He likes to hunt and fish in his spare time. SAMUEL JOSEPH CAVATAIO Sam's fond memories of West are so numerous that he can recall no special one. Sleeping and eating are his fa- vorite forms of relaxation. .IULIANNE KELTNER CHAPPEL Julie realizes that there are many diferent kinds of people in the world, and one must be able to associate with all. Raising Springer Spaniels will be her business. .A BF' RICHARD K CHERRY Blncl 3 4 Class Play 3 l- Buster who has a keen interest tn music names the band room as his avorite His motto is These are the happiest days o your lt e Enjoy them' JO ANN MARIE CLARK Conservation 4 YTeens 4 Com l'll8l'Cld 4 The East West football game tn 46 IS on ,los list of memories For a motto she chooses Success comes in can s not In can ts BEVERLY C CLEMENTS Commercla 3 4 CAA 2 3 4 The day she received her GAA letter was a thrilling one or Bev She will become a secretary when she is grad uated preferably a private secretary or a lawyer FREDERICK DOW COTFMAN Football 2 Basketball 2 3 4 R Club 4 Chorus 3 Presldem 3 Home room Treasurer 4 Captain of Intra mural 3 4 Fnltstment in the Navy is what the uture holds for Fred in act he dreams o becoming an admiral Fred s impersonation of Al Jolson ln the Tal ent Night show of 47 won hzm first place JACQUELINE F COLIN Homeroom Treasurer 3 Iaclcle thrills to the sound of the band playing at games She plans to enter a New York modelzng school a ter her graduation from West JOHN OLIVER COMPTON HIY 3 4 Forum 3 4 Sergeant at Arms 4 8 5 3 Z 3 4 Secretary 3 Treas urer 4 Conservatlon 3 4 ROTC Drill Team 2 3 Captam 4 Band 2 3 4 Preslclent 4 Homeroom Secretary 2 Treasurer 3 Receiving the ROTC battalion award was Johnny s biggest thrill another one will be graduation Enjoying sports of all types he dreams of being a famous football player JOHN M. CONEVERA ROTC Riile 3, 4. To enlist in the Marine Corps is John's desire after graduation. Ol his extra-curricular activities, he prefers the rifle team. 1943 .- COLLETTE JEAN CLARK 853 3 4 Lut1n2 3 Collette who wall enter college next year is very much interested in art and would like to become an artist A cool swim ts her idea of a refreshing expert ence MAXINE BETTY CLAY Clerical practice will enable Boots to secure a good posltion after she com pletes school Roller skating is her favorite form of recreation her secret ambition is to own a large ranch CAROLYN JUNE COCHRAN 353 3 4 Orchestra 2 3 4 ABL 4 Y Teens 3 Conservation 4 Carolyn says that her first A m chemistry was a big thrill As relaxa tion she loves a good play and would like some day to have an unusual part mn one JOHN HILL COLBERC Footl1all2 3 4 Baseball3 4 Swim m1ng2 Baskethalld- I-I1Y2 3 4 R Club 2 3 4 ROTC Drlll Team 3 4 Homeroom Vice Presldent 3 Student Council 3 In John s estimation ROTC develops many desirable traits such as courtesy and good appearance Federal mspec tion and his promotion are memorable events MADELINE RITA COLLUR4 GAA 2 3 4 Library 2 3 853 4 I-Iomeroom Treasurer 2 4 Secretary 3 To see an Army Navy football game is Mickey Mouses secret ambttxon She values the many frtends that she has acquired while at school ELAINE ANITA CONE YTeens 2 3 4 Presldent 3 4 GAA 2 3 4 ABL4 Forum4 Elaine feels that there is a great deal of value in school activities Her active participation in sports has made her realize that one must be able to get along with all types of people JANIS ANNE CONKLIN GAA 2 3 4' ABL 3 4 Treasurer 4' Forum 4' Girls Clee 3 4' Warrior 4' Student Council 4. Janie feels that people should make friends and have .fun while in school. She intends to study interior decorating at college. 33 JAMES BEYNON CONNER Hi-Y 3, 4, Chaplain 43 R Club 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 43 Football 2, 3, 43 Baseball 33 Class Play 33 A Cappella 2, 3, 4, Li- brarian 43 Operetta 2, 3, 4g Homeroom Vice President 33 Student Council 2g National Honor Society 3, 43 National Athletic Scholarship Society 3, 4. Try a little harder after you feel you have done your best, has been Jim's philosophy. JAMES BRYON COOPER Band 2, 3, 4, Vice President 43 Track 2, 3, 43 Commercia 43 Homeroom Vice President 4. ,lim's main interests are track and music: the latter he intends to study at college. To play in a big orchestra is his ambition. SALLY JOHANNA COREY 8-5-3 43 Forum 3, 43 CAA 2, 3,43 ABL 43 Owl 2, 33 Homeroom President 4. Sally's secret ambition is to become a doctor. Hearing the orchestra's musi- cal background for the operetta is an experience she will never forget. PAUL STEWART CROOKS Hi-Y 2, 3, 4. When the weather permits, Junior spends his free moments fishing. Be Prepared is his motto, and the new longer skirts, his pet peeve. DOREEN JOYCE DAHL Pan American 23 ABL 43 Commercial 43 Y-Teens 2, 3, Treasurer 2. From high school Doreen has se- cured friendships and ambitions. After finishing high school, she hopes to be- come a receptionist for a doctor and to learn to play golf. LILLIAN MARION DAUGIRDA CAA 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 43 Publications 3, 4g Commercia 3, 4, Treasurer 3, Presi- dent 43 Quill and Scroll 4. Lillian plans to continue her study of art in art school. Always will she remember the fun shared working on the decorations of the Junior Prom. LLOYD GERALD DAVIS Lloyd is sure that graduation will be his biggest thrill. Physics and chemis- try are the subjects he has enjoyed mostg too, the friendship of the stu- dents has meant much to him. 1948 1 IRENE BELL COOK 4 GAA 2, 3, 4g Commercia 3, 43 Library -In her spare time Cookie likes to play baseball. A job in an ojice is -what the future holds for her. DELORES MAY COREY CAA 2, 3, 4. The thrill of meeting new people will be a fond memory to Dimples as will the assemblies and Christmas vacations. The cafeteria is her favorite room. MARGARET ANN CRONIN 3 Entre Nous 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3g ABL , . Chemistry is the subject Daisy,' con- siders to have contributed the most to her education. The good times had in Entre Nous made it her favorite extra- curricular activity. KATHLEEN FRANCES CULHANE GAA 2, 3, 4g Entre Nous 2, 33 8-5-3 3, 43 Girls' Clee 2, 3g Homeroom Secre- tary 3, Treasurer 4. Kay loves the water as is shown by her desire to swim the English Chan- nel. Being with and getting along with people she considers most -valuable. RAYMOND ANTHONY DALL OSTO Football 2, 3, 4, Captain 43 Basket- ball 2, 3, 4, Captain 23 Track 2, 3, 4g Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 R Club 2, 3, 4g National Athletic Scholarship Society 3, 43 Homeroom President 3. Coaching is the career Ray would like to try his hand at since all types of sports interest him. The homey atmosphere of the locker room makes it his favorite. ANNA KATHARINE DAVIS 8-5-3 33 GAA 2. Anna has tried to do her best while at school. Roller skating ranks high on her list of recreations, and to be able to play the accordion is her secret am- bition. DOROTHY LUCILLE DEAN Euclidean Circle 3, 43 CAA 2, 3, 43 Homeroom Vice President 33 National Honor Society 3, 4. Pug's interest in physics was in- creased by Mr. Crull's method of teach- ingg following along that same line is her secret ambition, that of being a scientist. : 5 sf ', x tg ' . 'I f ' '. its , f 'FL 'fav ALICE IRENE DEJONG Girls' Clee 23 Entre Nous 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 3, Secretary 43 ABL 3, 43 FTA 43 National Honor Society 3, 4. Being elected to National Honor So- ciety was a thrilling experience for Alice. Her motto is Give the world your best, and the best -will come back to you. WILLIAM WALLIS DEWEY Swimming 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 R Club 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 3, 4g Homeroom Sec- retary 4. When asked what his biggest thrill was, Bill answered all the state swim- ming meets. U nderstandably, the gym and pool are his favorite sections of school. GENE PAUL DICKINSON Hi-Y 2, 33 Basketball 23 Track 3g Football 33 Orchestra 2, 3, 4. ln Gene's opinion the library gives one a chance to relax and to study at the same time. It has been his philos- ophy to try to think of others. BARBARA NANCY DOYLE After graduation Barb plans to do general work in some ojice. She will always remember the interesting movies shown in the Little Theater and the good times she has had. JUNE ETHEL DRIESBACH FTA 2. Music appreciation is the subject June thinks has contributed most to her school years. The skylights in the third floor hallway are her reason for liking that section. RICHARD E. DUGAN 8-5-3 45 Senior Play 4. Dixie, who will attend college next year, believes that he has learned much valuable information from his zoology course. He enjoyed being in the senior play. fv- 'Y' Y: ' - jg:- L I PATRICIA V. DEVINE GAA 2, 3, 43 Conservation 43 Mel- ody 4, Secretary 4. Patsy would like very much to be- come an artist or sculptress. From high school activities and classes she has obtained broad-minrledness. DONITA JANE DEWITT Pan American 2, 33 8-5-3 -13 Com- mercia 43 FTA 4. To take a trip to Santa Catalina is a desire Donita hopes to satisfy. When her Halloween scene won, second prize, she felt well rewarded for her efforts. GEORGIA ANN DOTY ABL 3, 4, Secretary 4g Y-Teens 2, 3, 4, Vice President 33 Warrior 4g GAA 2, 3, 43 Quill and Scroll 4. Georgie received both the first prize and the grand prize for her painting in the Halloween picture contest. For recreation she names art work or watch- ing West's games. GERTRUDE ANN DRAGUNAS ABL 3, 4, Treasurer 43 8-5-3 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 4. Trudy enjoyed the dress rehearsals for the Mikado. Planning to enter college next year, she will not forget all the friends she has made. PAULA MARIE DUFFEY 8-5-3 33 Girls' Glee 3. Duff hopes someday to become a pianistg if, however, she fails to achieve success in that line, she will become a nurse. Dancing is her favorite form of recreation. MARION DELORES DUNLAP 8-5-3 43 ABL 43 Conservation 3, 43 Orchestra 2, 3, 43 Homeroom Secre- tary 3. Among the happy times that Mickey Mouse will remember are basketball and football games and the ABL initi- ation banquet. She plays the piano in her spare time. 35 LOIS LAVERN DURYEA Y-Teens., 2, 3, 8-5-3 4, Commercial 4, Homeroom Treasurer 2. Lois, after graduation, will enter the field of aviation. From her stenography courses, she has learned many valuable skills which will be of use in the future. KATHERINE ANN EASTMAN 8-5-3 2, 3, 4, Forum 3,4, ABL 4, GAA 2, 3, 4, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, Vice President 4, Homeroom Secretary 2, Treasurer 3, ROTC Sponsor 3. Kay feels that it pays to get as much fun out of high school as is possible and still keep up one's grades. Being chosen an ROTC sponsor was a big thrill to her. WALTER EDWIN EICHELBERCER Euclidean Circle 2, 3, Hi-Y 3, 4, Pub- lications 4, Track 3. Of his extra curricular activities, Ike enjoyed track the most. After graduation he plans to continue his education in college. RICHARD PETER ELLENA 8-5-3 2, 3, 4, Euclidean Circle 3, 4, Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Football 2, Track 2, 3, 4. Dick likes the chemistry lab, for there he learns the composition of ex- pensive articles. His nmental develop- ment in social life attained from school, he considers very important. CAROLYN JOANNE EMERSON 8-5-3 3, 4, Y-Teens 2, 4, Commercia 4, ABL 4. Preparation for tomorrow is the manner in which Carolyn has regarded her school years. That of private sec- retary is the position she would like to hold. SUSANNE LOU ERICKSON 8-5-3 2, 3, 4, Red Cross Council 3, Conservation 3, 4, Publications 3,'4, Girls' Glee 3, 4, Homeroom Treasurer 3. ln her spare time, Susie likes to swim or read. She intends to go to college to further increase her store of learning. MARGARET CHERI FANE Chorus 2, Social Arts 4, Y-Teens 4, Commercial 4, Conservation 4, FTA 4, Homeroom Treasurer 2. Margie has adopted the philosophy described by one of our assembly speakers, Come day, go day, please send Saturday. The many friends she has acquired are very valuable. 1948 i ELEANOR ELIZABETH EARLY CAA 2, 3, 4, ABL 3, 4, President 4, Forum 3, 4, Owl 2, 3, 4, Exchange Edi- tor 3, Orchestra 2, 3, 4, President 4, Class Secretary 2, Homeroom Secretary 3, Student Council 2, National Honor Society 3, 4, Quill and Scroll 3, 4. The honor of being elected secretary of the sophomore class is one Ellie will always remember. .IACQUELINE NORRIS EATON 8-5-3 2, CAA 2, Commercia 4, Pub- lications 4. - The friendly atmosphere and gay times had in Mr. Dennis's room make it .lackie's favorite. A vacation in Colo- rado is her secret desire. JETTA MARIE ELAM Warrior 4, 8-5-3 3, 4, Commercial 4, Student Council 2, 3, 4, Conservation 3, Y-Teens 2, 3, 4. Because ,letta likes to see the basket- ball games, her favorite section of school is the gym. She values the friends she has made. THOMAS ELMORE Football 2, 4, Basketball 2, 3, 4, Track 2, Homeroom Vice President 4. Tom has taken an active part in the various sports' activities. Latin is the subject he feels has contributed most to his years here. MARGARETTE ALICE ENDERLE GAA 2, 3, ABL 3, 4, Forum 4, Pan American 3, Treasurer 3, President 3. The most enjoyed of the clubs to which Mitzi belongs is ABL. A cold dip in a pool or lake is what she calls fun. VIRGINIA MAREN EVANSON 8-5-3 2, 3, 4, FTA 4, Treasurer 4, Y- Teens 2, Commercia 4, Melody 2, Homeroom Vice President 2. The sound of fngernails scratching on a black board is very irksome to Ginny. At college, she may study to become a doctor, her secret ambition. PAUL JAMES FISHER Swimmnig 3, 4, Tennis 2, 3, 4, 3-5-3 3, 4, Class Play 3. Golf and swimming rank high on Pee's list of sports. That of a lawyer is the career he chooses, however, se- cretly he would like to be a detective. 'E 6 , l. M ,L--4 .-.. ej1y4,ff' Fw -, i F 9 ' ff-t ANNIE DAVID FISK Ann, who is moving to New Jersey, enjoys listening to records and would like to be a singer or an actress. The subject which has contributed most to her school years is English. EUGENE M. FOUTS Eugene has a deep interest in music. Never will h.e forget the good times he has had or the many friends made. JOHN CHASE FRANKLIN Hi-Y 2, 3, 4g Tennis 2, 33 Intra-mural basketball 4. Tennis heads Nhoj's list of favor- ite sports, with basketball and other sports trailing, consequently, his big- gest thrill was the conference tennis meet at Aurora. LUDOVICO WILLIAM GIAMALVA Homeroom Vice President 2. Ludovico will enter his father's busi- ness after finishing school. His reason for liking gym is that it is physical in- stead of mental exercise, a pleasant variation front routine school work. CLIFFORD HAROLD GRAY Band 2, 3, 4, Secretary 4g I-Iomeroom President 4. Cliffs main interests are music and his bandg however, he also would like to own a summer resort. BARBARA JOANNE CREENLEE Melody 23 A Cappella 3, 4, Forum 43 Entre Nous 3, 43 CAA 2, 3, 45 Owl 3, 4g ABL 4g Student Council 4. Summer vacations are among Barb's happiest high school memories. Though her favoritelsub ject has been advanced mathematics, A Cappella was her favor- ite extra-curricular activity. , MARIE LILLIAN GULOTTA GAA 2, 3, 43 Chorus 25 Melody 3, 4. Shorty's secret ambitions, being an air hostess and traveling around the world, could be combined and thus come true. 1943 ..- DONA MAE FLJOZDAL GAA 3, 43 Girls' Glee 35 A Cappella 4g Euclidean Circle 45 ABL 4. Dona is quite sure that graduation day will be her most thrilling experi- ence. She plans to attend college or enter nn.rse's training. JOHN ROBERT FRANKENBERG If you are going to do anything, do it well, is Bob's philosophy. Inspired by mechanical drawing and mathe- matics, he will take up drafting as a career. JAMES ELMER FRENCH - Euclidean Circle 4. His home room, 315, is Frenchy's fa- vorite spot in school. Eagerly awaiting graduation day, he will, nevertheless, remember the many good times he has had here. JOHN E. GOERLITZ Hi-Y 4, Euclidean Circle 43 Golf 2, 3, 4. To get ahead one has to get along -with other people is an observation Johnny has made. Next year he will be among the freshmen at the Univer- sity of Illinois. WILLARD C. GREENHOW A Cappella 2, 3, 4g Madrigals 3, 4g Cheerleader 3, 43 Operetta 2, 33 Class Play 39 Hi-Y 3, 43 Class Vice President 23 Class President 33 National Honor Society 3, 4, Vice President 4. Leading the grand march at the .lun- ior Prom was a big thrill for Greenie. He plans to major in mathematics at college. ANTHONY JOSEPH GULISANO 8-5-3 23 A Cappella 4g Boys, Glee 3, Vice President 3. Never will Gully forget the friends he has made here and the good times had in Miss Weinschenkis homeroom. To become a concert pianist is his secret ambition. ANN ELIZABETH HALL 8-5-3 2, 33 GAA 2, 3, 45 ABL 3, 43 Forum 3, 45 Red Cross Council 33 Owl 3, 4, Editor 4g Y-Teens 2, 3, 4, Vice President 3, 43 National Honor Society 3, 45 Quill and Scroll 4. Self reliance is the trait which Ann feels school has developed in her. She liked working on the Owl and was thrilled at being named editor. 37 ,fu n H JOANNE DOROTHY HALL Pan American 2, 33 8-5-3 3, 43 Y-Teens 3,315 ABL 4g CAA 2, 3, 43 Publications ,Jo spends much of her time in 231 because she likes the friendly atmos- phere and cooperation of the kids. 5Ve31er will she forget the fun she has ta .. VELETTA VONCILLE HAMILTON Student Council 3g Homeroom Treasurer 4. In Veletta's opinion a smile can never fail to make dull things bright. As swimming and traveling are her favorite recreations, she would like to visit Hawaii. WILLIAM DANIEL HANNA Tennis 2, 3, 4. Tennis takes up much of Dan's spare time. He believes that he has gained much valuable knowledge from his course in mechanical drawing. PATRICIA ANN HARRIS 8-5-3 2, 3, 4g ABL 43 Madrigals 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 4g Forum 4, Secretary 43 Melody 2, Vice President 23 'LThe Mocking Bird, Assistant Director 4. Being assistant director in the oper- etta was a lot of fun, Patsy thought. Her motto is take your fun while you can have it. CONSTANCE MADELYN HELM 8-5-3 43 Y-Teens 43 Social Arts 4. A sports enthusiast, Connie is look- ing forward to a job with the Peaches. The Golden Rule and to each his own are the mottoes she has followed. JOAN RUTH I-IENDRICKS Student Council 2, 3, 4g 8-5-3 33 Commercia 3, 4. Having her name misspelled is ,lo's pet peeve, and her motto is If at first you. don't succeed, try, try again. After graduating she plans to become a secretary. JOHN PHILLIPS HIESTAND Homeroom Secretary 43 Football 3, 4g Track 33 R Club 3, 43 Red Cross Council 4g Camera 3, 4g Pan 'Ameri- can 2, 33 Hi-Y 3, 43 Commercia 3. .lohn hopes to enter the University of Wisconsin next fall. His interest in photography inspired him to or- ganize the Camera Club last year. 1943 ..- HELEN LOUISE HALLEN CAA 2, 3, 43 FTA 2g Homcroom Sec- retary 2, 4, Treasurer 3. Helen, an accomplished sports wom- an, will major in physical education at Northern Illinois State Teachers Col- lege. Her participation on the GAA basketball team is something she will never forget. JUNE IDA HAMMER June is looking forward lo receiving her cap and gown as an exciting ex- perience. To be a mechanic is her secret ambition, and physical science with Mr. Barnes her favorite subject. PATRICIA ANN HANNAN Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 Chorus 4. Taking a trip through the United States would be Pat's idea of time well spent. She values the many friends she has made and will always remem- ber last yearis Junior Prom. BARBARA LOWEEN HARTJE Because of the friendly atmosphere of the art room and the helpful advice obtained there, Barb names it as her favorite. Even more important to her than actual book-learning are the friends she has made. PATRICIA ARLENE HENBEST 8-5-3 3, 4-3 Latin 2, 3, 43 FTA 3, 4. Pat's study of speech is a step to- ward fulhlling her secret ambition, that of being a public speaker. Of her extra-curricular activities she liked .lunior Classical League the most. PAULINE MAE HENNESSY After her graduation from high school, Pauline will begin her secre- tarial career. Sometime in the future, she would like very much to travel. JEAN ANNE HIGGINS Melody 23 Latin 33 A Cappella 3, 43 8-5-3 43 Comruercia 4g ABL 4. ,lean may attend college later, but ghrst she will spend a month in Louisi- ana. Her secret ambition is to receive an A in chemistry. .+V an r JI 3.23 lk ' VT N 5-f 'sa ,',. ,Srl ., ' m KJ K 1 l, Q M0 air' ' Q 916' if 'Q 4 MARILYN JEAN HOCKING Orchestra 2, 3, 43 Debate 33 Eucli- dean Circle 23 FTA 4g ABL 43 Home- room Secretary 4. - The University of New Mexico will be Marilyn's destination. Music appre- ciation is the subject which has con- tributed most to her training, for she would like to become a musician. ELIZABETH ANN HOFFMAN 8-5-3 3, 43 ABL 43 Conservation 4. The fondest memory of Betty's high school days is the ABL banquet. Her ambition is to learn to play golf: her friends and teachers mean much to her. JANET KATHYRN HOWELL Entre Nous 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 43 Pub- lications 3, 43 Girls' Glee 2, 33 A Cap- pella 4. Laugh and the world laughs with you3 cry and you cry alone is Janis philosophy. Of the dances, she will remember the Junior Prom longest. MAVIS MARIE HUNT Library 3, 43 Commercia 4. Because she spends so much time there, Mavis chooses library for her favorite room. The operetta, The Red Mill,', heads her list of fond memories. RITA NICOLINA INGRASSIA GAA 2, 3, 43 ABL 3, 43 FTA 43 Pan American 4, Vice President 43 Latin 43 Publications 43 Homeroom President 33 Class Play 4. Taking part in the senior play was Rita's biggest thrill. As she enjoys sports immensely, her secret ambition is to learn to ice skate. JACOLYN RAE IPPEN 8-5-3 43 GAA 2, 3, 43 ABL 43 Class Play 43 A Cappella 2, 3, 43 Madrigals 3, 43 Student Council 2, 3, 4. Don't count your chickens before they hatch is ,lackie's philosophy, and music is her main interest. Being in the senior class play thrilled her immensely. 'vs N' If . X., f :gm d 0 ? - I1 :- VIRGINIA LEE HODGES Entre Nous 3. Virginia, who enjoyed her commer- cial classes, plans to attend business college and then enter an office. Base- ball is her favorite form of recreation. DONA GENE HOUSEWEART Red Cross Council 23 Homeroom Secretary 23 GAA 2, 3, 43 Latin 2, 33 Commercial 43 Conservation 3, 43 Y- Teens 2, 3. To be a good friend is, to Dona, a very valuable asset. Although she plans to become a nurse, the thought of being a research chemist fascinates her. RUTH MARIE HULS 8-5-3 43 Commereia 3, 4. The biggest thrill Ruth experienced was the East-West game of '46 when West won. She loves to dance and, after finishing school, will travel. STUART CARDELL HYER 8-5-3 33 Homeroom Secretary 33 Tennis 2. Doing nothing is Pais favorite recreation, but he would like to try his hand at running a freight train. Beloit is the college he plans to enter next fall. RUTH VIOLA INGRASSIA Girls' Glee 4g Commercia 43 Con- servation 43 Student Council 4. In the future Ruth plans to become a social worker, and her school life has helped her to understand people. Secretly Ruth would like to become ri great singer. MARGARET ANTOINETTE IPPOLITO . 8-5-3 43 Melody 2g Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 I-Iomeroom Vice President 3. Last year's East-West game was Margieis biggest thrill. The friendly atmosphere of room 125 enables her to relax and enjoy herself. 39 ROBERT TAD ISHIZAKI 8-5-3 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 2, 3, 4, Secretary 3g Latin 2, 3, 4, President 3. After about eight more years of school, Bob would like to become a nuclear scientist. In Miss Slade's trig- onometry class Bob combined knowl- edge with fun. DIANE LEE JAMES GAA 23 Y-Teens 2, 33 8-5-3 33 Com- mercia 43 Chorus 2, 33 Melody 4, President 4. American problems is the subject Diane feels contributed most to her education. The pool is her favorite section of school. FRANCES ARLENE JEFFERY Chorus 2, 3. Frances says that her art courses have helped develop her natural abil- ity. Teaching in some southern state is an ambition she hopes to fulfill in the future. ALBERT WILLIAM JOHNSON 8-5-3 3, 43 Hi-Y 3, 4g Band 2, 3, 43 Class Play 4. , , Being in the senior play was a great deal of fun. Although basketball and swimming are his favorite sports, his secret ambition is to be a musician. GORDON L. JOHNSON Football 2, 3, 43 Track 2, 3, 4g ROTC Captain 43 Hi-Y 3, 43 R Club 3, 4. Gordy, who has tried to make as many friends as possible, will always remember the day he was promoted to the office of lieutenant. JEAN ELLEN JOHNSON Y-Teens 23 Commercia 43 8-5-3 3, 43 Chorus 2, 33 Melody 4. Sometime in the future Jean would like very much to go abroad. She falues the many friends she has made iere. BARBARA ANN JONES Social Arts 23 Y-Teens 2, 3, 4, Vice President 43 Conservation 3, 4g 8-5-3 3, 43 Commercia 3, 43 ABL 43 Publica- tions 2, 3, 4, Circulation Manager 4g Quill and Scroll 4. To receive friendship, you must give friendship, states Bobbie. She would like to enter the field of jour- nalism or own a dress shop. 1948 1. ROBERT IRWIN JACOBSON The informal atmosphere of print shop made it a pleasant place to be in .lake's opinion. Meeting new people is an experience he feels is valuable and -worth while. EVA LOUISE JAMES 8-5-3 2, 3, 4-3 Commercial 3, 43 So- cial Arts 43 Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 Publica- tions 43 Girls' Glee 3, 4, Secretary 4. Everyone's getting along together will always be remembered by Eva. Because of her interest in music and dancing, she would like to become a ballet dancer. EDWARD LOUIS JOHNS ROTC Rifle 2, 3, 4. Ed dreams of owning 1,000 acres of the best farm land in Illinois. No more finals has helped to make this year more enjoyable for him. W. DUDLEY JOHNSON Forum 2, 3, 4, President 43 Eucli- dean Circle 3, 4, Vice President 33 Debate 3, 4g Extemporaneous Speak- ing 3, 43 Homeroom President 2, Vice President 33 National Honor Society 3, 43 I-Ii-Y 3, 4. A little work goes a long way is Dud's philosophy. He feels that de- bate was worth while, for he acquired better speaking ability. JANE ELIZABETH JOHNSON Publications 23 Y-Teens 2, 33 Com- mercia 2, 43 8-5-3 43 FTA 4g Home- room Treasurer 4. West's triumph over East in the football game of '46 was a very thrill- ing experience for Jane. After grad- uation she plans to continue her edu- cation in college. JOHN CHARLES JOHNSON ROTC Rifle 3, 43 Drill team 33 8-5-3 43 Euclidean Circle 43 Conservation 33 Boys' Glee 33 Boys' Chorus 3. For his favorite recreation .lack names the outdoor sport, hunting. He will never forget the sports parties or the good times had in Miss Slade's room. BARBARA JOYCE JONES Girls' Glee 3, 4. Luckily, Barb has learned early in life that one canit have everything he wants. To fulfill her ambition to be- come a successful nurse, she will enter nurse's training. X 4 WILMLR K JONES Forum 4 HIY 3 4 Basketball Manager 2 3 4 Wllmer says that hts homeroom ts hts avorlte because Its so gay Watchlng and parttctpattng ln basket ball and other sports IS hrs Idea 0 un LOLLEEN I HARLOTTE KIRCHNER Social Arts 3 4 Commerua 4 Colleens love of danczng made the Mtlltary Ball a thrllltng occaston D the best you can has been her phrl osophy PAULA ROSE KOLATA GAA 2 i 4 Conservauon 4 Mel ody 2 3 4 Vlce Pr1,s1denl4 Paula eels that school has glven her confidence ln speakmg, before a group For a career she has chosen cunl service work MARY THERESA KREMEYER YTeens 2 3 4 Secretary 4 Stage Crew 2 Commercla 3 4 Conserva non 3 4 Treasurer 4 853 3 4 Pub lll 1ll0!lS 3 4 Quill and Scroll 4 From her work on publlcatlons Mary has deczded she would luke to become a Journalist and photographer She enjoy ed working backstage for the sen :or play WARREN GEORGE KUDZMA 8 5 3 2 Although Warren hasnt decided what he wlll do after graduatlon he IS Ihmkmg of traveling Hts first cla at West IS one he will always remem er VINCENT JOSEPH LA FOND Among the events whlch Duke will remember are senwr proms bas ketball games and Mr Trumbull s zero hour book To own a nzght club New York ts hls secret ambition PAUL ANTHONY LARbON Paul who doesnt luke to see women smokmg gets much enjoyment out of dancing He feels that he has learned much valuable lnformatlon rom hts Englrsh courses 1948 i RICHARD JAMES KEENAIN Bas elball 2 3 4 R Club 3 4 H1 Y 3 4 Homeroom Vice Presxdent 3 President 4 The czty fire department may have an arldztton next year or Rlcharcls znterests are turned rn that dzrectzon Basketball and golf are the orms o recreatmn he enjovs HOWARD FRANK KNODLE A trtp through the West would be a pleasmg experzence to Howard t er graduatton he wlll become a ma chmtst FRED WILLIAM KRANISH Fred has enjoyed the games sports parties and other acttvtttes very much He feels that the most valuable thtn he obtmned from school ts the rxend ship 0 others DONALD ELMER KRUSEMEIER Band 2 3 1- Donald belleves that school has taught hm: the value of good sports manshtp Because of his mterest ln music his secret ambltlon ES to play Ln a dance band GRACE MAE KUHLOW Chorus 2 Melody 2 A Clppella 4 Followtng the motto Work hard and pleasure allows Grace has en toyed her years at West espectally the tzme spent smgmg ln A Cappella Chozr JOAN LUCIT I F LARSEN YTeens 2 C0lllIll8l'Cll 4 Sounl Arts 4 After finishing hlgh school Joan plans to take up nurses tramlng A thrzllmg toboggan rzde lS her Idea o fun and government rs her avonte subject RICHARD NORMAN LARQON Tennis 2 3 4 Baseball 3 4 Stage Lrexs 3 Band 2 3 4 Treasurer 4 Studying accountancy at Northwest ern ls tn Dick s future plans Hts se cret ambmon ts to become the great est lug league ball play er ln the coun r 41 It - 11.5. 8 I' 1 Q T , sk, Q - , 3 ,. K t k R Q 3 as sv g 3 . 1 ' ' , , - ' ' - ., 3 , . - ,. : , . I as s ,sy 3 K . I ' Q t1.Q,.:'Q'i g,, ' ,' ' ,l , , , f ' , i ' ft- .t t 1 f . I . ' , 5 - ' X . , - . 1 S .as 0 -. . I -Af. S5 'I n I is .5 WH.. 'J , H ,,, , , , - 1 1- l ' 9 '1 3 ' 3 ' 1 l' ' A ' l 'I . . . I - ggi l , ,f , I ,I . 1 H , -' Eleiig, - ' A f , , 5 A -Siem: ' 1 - 1 . . 1 y -. ' s a -1 3 ' 3 - s 3 ' A I , , ' : . : - Y , i ,. , g f . -I . . , ,,. I -1 ' il -- . N, . , i 3 g H : ' . ' ' 2 ' as 1 , ' ' '- l ' A ' ' y - . . . . b . ', t. It t. - , . I ss. ' - y. '. . ' ' . , t , .1 ' as ss Q ' . , , . V I . I ' ' 1' 9 , , ,. . 2 j ' . I I A V I I V I 9 s - s s u f -. . , t In ,, at fe 1 f .., -. A .c s X , , 5 ' ' fs ' , D ' 5. ' 9 e e '- - 5 ' A ' ' . ' , 1 ' , - , M .I . .'.,. . . . I . K ,I ' , - ls, ' 59'- PAUL EUGENE LAWSON Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Homeroom President 2, 3. Eagerly awaiting graduation day, Paul will cherish his cliplomag after finishing school, he plans to go into the transfer business. Bowling he con- siders a great deal of fun. CLARENCE HAROLD LEVINE Pan American 2, 33 Forum 43 Li- brary 2, 3, 4. Clarence's teachers have helped make his school days more enjoyable and profitable. His interest in Eng- lish has prompted him to consider be- coming a teacher of that subject. ROGER CLINTON LINDROTH Euclidean Circle 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 3, 43 Conservation 3, 43 Hi-Y 3, 43 Commer- cia 43 A Cappella 2, 3, 43 Boys' Clee 2. From his school days, Happy has acquired an appreciation of science and an understanding of government. Of his extra-curricular activities, he most enjoyed Conservation and A Cap- pella. JAY ANTHONY LIPE Band 2. Tony's interest in music is evident in the fact that he has his own dance band. After graduation from West, he will attend music school. LOLITA MARIE LOFTUS GAA 2, 3, 43 Pan American 23 Or- chestra 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 3, 43 Conservation 4. To take an extended trip around the world is Lolita's desire. That of a lab technician is the position she hopes to receive after graduation, from col- lege. MARYLOU LUND 8-5-3 2, 3, 43 Conunercia 3, 43 CAA 2, 3, 43 A Cappella 2, 3, 43 Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 Homeroom Secretary 3. Marylou would like to be a flyer. The ability to get along with people is the most valuable thing she ob- tained from school. ROBERT ARMAND MACULAN Football 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 3, 43 Rn Club 3, 43 Class President 23 Home- room President 2, Vice President 3. Annan feels that 227 was his fa- vorite room of the school because it was his homeroom. 1948 1. HARRIETTE JULIA LEE If it be right, do it boldly. If it be wrong, leave it unclonef, is Harriette's philosophy of life. CECELIA MARY LICARI Social Arts 2, its President 23 Com- mercia 3, 4. C, whose future includes training at the Vogue School of Dress Design, believes that her clothing course has contributed much to her understand- ing. Tennis is her mode of recre- ation. ROBERT ALAN LINDSTROM 8-5-3 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 2, 3, 4, President 43 ROTC Captain 4. Dances and games are some of the happy times Bob will remember, but the most important thing was being made a captain in the ROTC. Swim- ming is his favorite relaxation. ROBERT EUGENE LOCKLIN Operetta 2, 3g Class Play 43 A Cap- pella 2, 3, 4, President 43 Football 3, 43 Basketball 2, 43 Madrigals 3, 4g Homeroom President 3. As can easily be seen, Hobis inter- ests are sports and music. Both of the operettas were thrilling experi- ences which he will never forget. ROBERT LEROY LONGHENRY ROTC Rifle 3, 4, Drill Team 3, 43 Homeroom Treasurer 3. Bob's first day at West was his big- gest thrillg grzuluatiqn will be his fondest memory. His secret ambition is to go to California. PHYLLIS LEE MAC DOUGALL 8-5-3 2, 33 Y-Teens 2, 3, its Forum 3, 4g ABL 43 Publications 3, 43 Stu- dent Council dj Horneroorn President 3. Spanish being Phyl's favorite subject is probably the chief reason- for her secret ambition, which is to move to South America. ANTOINETTE LORRAINE MADISON Latin 3, 4, Treasurer and co-cl1air- man 43 8-5-3 43 ABL 43 Homeroom Treasurer and Secretary 43 National Honor Society 3, 43 Class Play 3. Success can come to any man who plans his work and works his planv and Life is what you make if' were Tonie,s two mottoes while ut W est. ff 3 ,. Q ,5- r L DONNA LOU MAHAN ABL 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 43 Y-Teens 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 4g Pan American 2, 33 8-5-3 3, 4. Donna's motto has been There should be less prejudice in pupils' at- titudes towards each other, and we should always main.tain our friendly spirit of cooperation. JOHN WILLIAM MARSH ROTC Rifle 2, 3, 43 Forum 2, 33 Publications 3, 4, Desk Editor 4g Quill and Scroll 43 Camera 3, 4. John, who names the Owl room as his favorite section of the school, plans to attend college after gradu- ation. His favorite sport is hunting. EDWIN WILLIAM MATUS Edwin feels that machine shop was the subject which contributed most to him while at West. He lists the cafe- teria as his favorite section of the building. .IOANNE MARIE MAYNARD 8-5-3 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 4, Captain 33 Y-Teens 2, Vice President 23 ABL 43 Student Council 2g Class Treasurer 2, 33 ROTC Sponsor 4. Being chosen a sponsor was .lo's biggest thrill. She feels that friends are the most valuable assets she ob- tained from high school aside from the knowledge acquired in academic courses. MARILYN DELORES MC INTOSH CAA 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 3, 4, President 43 ABL 3, 4, Secretary 43 Owl 2, 3, 43 Orchestra 2, 3, 43 Student Council 3, 1, Secretary 43 Homeroom Treasurer Mackie feels that chemistry was the subject which contributed most to her development, not only because it taught her to study, but also because it was interesting and fun. MARY ELLEN MC LAUGHLIN GAA 2, 3, 43 Pan American 4, Presi- dent 43 ABL 43 Publications 4. Because of all the sports parties held there and all the good times had during lunch hour, the cafeteria is Mary's favorite section of the school. 'VN 'Y' r - . f ' -, 3. ..,,,, 1 THOMAS JOSEPH MALTHANER 8-5-3 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 4. Tom, whose secret ambition is to become an electrical engineer, names math as the subject most valuable to him. MARILYN LOUISE MARSHALL 8-5-3 2, 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 2, 3, 43 Orchestra 2, 3, 43 ABL 3, 43 FTA 3, 4, President 43 National Honor Society 3, 4. Wiltnirtg hrst place in the American Legion Essay Contest was Marilyn's greatest thrill during her years at West. TED EMIL MAURER 8-5-3 3, 43 Hi-Y 4. Ted's philosophy was Fil get out of it what I put into it. He prefers the third floor because the science rooms are always interesting. JEANETTE LOUISE MC INNES 8-5-3 2, 3, 43 Commercial 3, 43 Forum 3, 43 ABL 43 Orchestral 2, 3, 43 Publi- cations 3, 43 Homeroom Treasurer 3. Macy names the Golden Rule as her motto and lack of sincerity in friends as her pet peeve. BETTY ELAINE MC KINNEY GAA 2, 3, 4. The pool is 'the best part of school for Dian Swimming is one of her favorite recreations. She placed third in the junior section at the GAA swim- ming meet. JEAN AGNES MC NEILAGE COIlll'll6l'Cl1l 23 Library Board 3, 4. Singing for Talent Night, 1947, was .lean's biggest thrill. Her secret am- bition is to become a good singer. 43 Q 1 JANET RAMONA MEAD Y-Teens 2, 33 Commercia 4g Home- room Secretary 2. Janet believes stenography and Eng- lish are the subjects which helped her most. After graduation she hopes to become a secretary. MILDRED ARLENE MILLARD Milly's pet peeves are unsociable people. She feels that the most im- portant experience she obtained at school, aside front reading, writing and arithmetic, was knowing many people. HENRY JOE MILLER 8-5-3 3, 43 I-Ii-Y 3. 4g Football 23 Basketball 23 Homeroom President 3, 4, Vice President 2. Do unto others as you would have done unto you is the motto Binh has used during his years at West. RALPH ELDON MILROY Madrigals 2, 3, 4g A Cappella 2, 33 Band 2, 3, 4, Student Director 4. The Madrigals was the extra-curricw lar group which Eldon feels helped him most. His secret ambition, is to play in a big symphony orchestra. CAROL MYNA MITTELSTADT GAA 2g Forum 3, 43 Cheerleader 3, 4g Y-Teens 2g Publications 2, 3, 4. Seeing people without school spirit is Carol's pet peeve. Her motto is work to better my school. DOLORES LORENE MUMMA Social Arts 2, 3. Shorthand is the study which Do- lores believes contributed most to her training. After graduation she is plan- ning to go into office work. FLORENCE BEVERLY NATHAN Euclidean Circle 2, 3, 45 Entre Nous 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 3, 4g ABL 43 Homeroom Secretary 3. Among Florence's pet peeves are conceit, clashing colors, and girl's blowing bubbles from bubble gum. Her secret ambition is to be able to sing. 194-8 i. DORIS JEAN MEENEN Forum 3, 4g ABL 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 4, Publications 2, 3, 4f Chorus 23 Girls' Clee 3, 4, Vice President 4g National Honor Society 3, 4. The opening night of the junior play was a big thrill for Dorie. Par- ticipating in the junior and senior plays were the activities which she enjoyed most. BILLY BOYD MILLER Billy, whose secret ambition is to be a musician, feels that music contrib- utes very much to his education. After graduation he plans to pursue a musi- cal career. SHIRLEY MARIE MILLER GAA 2, 3, 4, Homeroom Secretary and Treasurer 4g Euclidean Circle 45 Debate 2g Class Play 4g 8-5-3 2, 3. After graduation Shirley plans to attend college and study to become a mathematics teacher. She thinks mathe- matics is the subject which was of the most value to her. JACK C. MITCHELL Hi-Y 3, 4, ROTC Drill Team 3, Rifle 3, 4. Mitch's philosophy is To be on my own and not to pay any attention to what anyone else says. RITA JUNE MOIVERY 8-5-3 4. Rita is planning to go into social service work after graduation. She feels that learning to work with peo- ple is an important achievement. ELIZABETH BARBARA MYLES 8-5-3 35 Latin 2, 3. Betty's motto while at West was no work-no grades. Her secret ambition is to become a famous hat designer. ALICE ESTELLE NEEDI-IAM 8-5-3 2g ABL 3, 4, Vice President 45 Student Council 43 GAA 2, 3, 4, Cap- tain 4g Class Secretary 4. Awwa's biggest thrill while at West was being elected Senior class secretary. Her philosophy is friend- linessf' BEVERLY JEAN NELSON Chorus 2g Owl 23 8-5-3 2, 33 Con- servation 43 Melody 3, 43 Social Arts 2, 3, Vice President 3. The fondest memory for Bev is be- ing backstage during a performance. Her motto is, lt is easier to smile than frown. ALBERT OWEN NICHOLAS ROTC Captain 43 R Club 3, 43 Forum 23 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Basketball 3, 4g Class Vice President 3g Homeroom President 23 National Honor Society 3, 43 National Athletic Scholarship So- ciety 3, 4. The biggest thrills for Ab were making the varsity basketball team and being appointed a captain in ROTC. ALVIN JAN NORDELL Band 2, 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 2, 3. 43 8-5-3 2, 3, 43 I-Ii-Y 2, 3, 43 R Club 3, 43 Football Manager 3, 43 Track Manager 2, 3, 4. After graduation from West, .lan plans to go to college and then on into the field of music. He would like to join some studio orchestra or record- ing band. RALPH BURTON OLER To make every moment count is Bud's motto. Because his secret am- bition is to become a minister, he feels that the making of many new friends is very valuable to him. EDITH MARIE OLSEN 8-5-3 43 Social Arts 4. Edith appreciated the fact that life at West has helped her to cooperate better -with other people. DOROTHY JEAN OTT A Cappella 3, 43 Y-Teens 23 Com- mercia 4. Learning to get along with all types of people is the main contribution of her high school training, Dot believes. PHILAMAE MARIE PANOZZO 8-5-3 4g ABL 43 Conservation 43 CAA 2, 3, 4. Phil will always value the confi- dence- to speak before an audience that she acquired in high school. 1948 .- HOWARD STUART NELSON Hi-Y 23 Basketball 2, 43 8-5-3 4g Homeroom Vice President 2, Presi- dent 3, 4. The East-West games were Howie's biggest thrills. The library is his favorite section of the school because a student isn't confined to any one seat all period. JOHN ANTHON Y NICOLOSI The most valuable information .lohn learned, aside from his academic sub- ject matter, is the ability to make friends and to keep them.. BARBARA ANN NOREEN 8-5-3 2g Y-Teens 4. Barbie plans to go into nursing aft- er graduation. Her secret ambition is to become a surgical nurse. Her motto is, Look before you leap. DORST L. OLLMAN The cafeteria is Dutch's favorite section of school. He thinks the most important training he has acquired is the ability to see all sides of a ques- tion. LUCY IDA ORAZI Pan American 3, 43 Commercia 4. Luis pet peeve is persons who make fun of others without trying to help them. Her secret ambition is to travel all over the world. LOUIS PANOZZO Louie names the ability to make new friends as very important to him. He enjoyed watching all sports events. HENRY STEVEN PARIS 8-5-3 2, 33 Hi-Y 3, 43 Euclidean Cir- cle 3. One of the fondest memories of high school for Henry was the East-West game of '46. His favorite recreation is watching school games. 45 sf-1 .6-. l 4 -. . .1 .1 VV ll gl. ' 1 ,, ,I e is . - s ' , i . 7 'gi - 'VAST 1 5l9 '7 5 .C-'iv L 4 ix L , h . E ,-,i.f, , - Z 46 2' 'F- C 5,4 Q -44 xg X ' Q ,N SHIRLEY MAE PARKHURST Latin 3, 4. Shirley's biggest thrills at West were experienced at pep rallies. Her favor- ite recreations are volley ball and bas- ketball. RICHARD E. PASKE After finishing high school, Paske plans on going to business school. His secret ambition is to own a men's clothing shop. SUZANNE JANE PERKINS Entre Nous 2, 3, 43 A Cappella 2, 3, 43 Madrigals 3, 43 National Honor So- ciety 3, 43 Conservation 43 Secretary 43 Forum 43 ABL 3, 43 Operetta 2, 3, 43 Homeroom Secretary 4, Treas- urer 3. Singing the operetta lead in her sophomore year is what Suzie names as her biggest thrill. After gradu- ation she plans to train for a career in opera. RICHARD WALTER PETERS Going to the library every other day was Dick's biggest thrill. He names the library and the cafeteria as his favorite sections of the school. DONALD FREDERICK PETERSON 8-5-3 43 Euclidean Circle 4. The East-West game of 1946 is Reds, fondest memory of W est. His favorite recreation is football. JOHN CASWELL PRATHER R Club 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Foot- ball 33 Basketball 2, 3. 43 Track 2, 33 Homeroom Vice President 23 Student Council 3. T. O.'s fondest memory is playing in an East-West basketball game. Basketball, his favorite recreation, is the extra-curricular activity which he enjoyed the most. JAMES ARTHUR PRICE Football 2, 3, 43 Basketball 2, 3, 43 Track 2, 3, 4g R Club 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 3, 4g Homeroom President 2, 4, Vice President 33 Class Vice President 4. All forms of athletic games were the extra-curricular activities which .lim enjoyed the most. His secret ambition is to play college football. 1948 1 PATRICIA ANN PARKER GAA 2, 3, 4, Captain 23 Y-Teens 2, 3, President 2: FTA 43 3-5-3 2. Patls favorite extra-curricular activ- ity was GAA. She plans to become a physical education instructor after graduation. DUANE ALVIN PATE I-Ii-Y 3, 43 Commercia 4. People who talk too much are Duane's pet peeves. He highly values the many friends he has gained in school. MARILYN LUCILLE PERSON CAA 23 Pan-American 4. Perci's secret ambition is to be- come a psychologist. Swimming is her favorite recreation, and she thinks that learning to swim. was one of her most valuable gains. DAVID D. PETERSON Football 2, 3, 43 Basketball 2. 3, 43 Track 2, 3, 43 Baseball 43 R Club 2, 3, 4, President 4g Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Coun- selor 3, 43 National Athletic Scholar- ship Society 3, 43 Homeroom Presi- dent 2, 4. Pete's motto -while at West was Don't give up too easily, as every- thing comes to him who waitsf' DAVID FRANCIS PHELAN 8-5-3 2, 3, 43 Pan American 2, 33 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Commercia 4. Do unto others as you would have done unto youi' is the motto which Dave uses. His secret ambition is to become a criminal lawyer. ELIZABETH MARIE PRICE GAA 2, 3, 4g Conservation 43 ABL 43 Homeroom Treasurer 3, Secretary 4. Tooky's secret ambition is to see the opera Carmen,' with Rise Stevens. Her favorite recreation is to see a movie with a big name star in it. EVERETT EUGENE PUCKETT Everett feels that physical science is the subject which contributed most to his education. The cafeteria is his favorite section of the school because that is where one eats. K? 5J w 7 4, 4, . if -' 11, 1 .5 .9 'fx CYNTHIA FRANCES RALSTON Entre Nous 3, 4, Vice President 3, President 43 GAA 2, 3, 4, Captain 23 ABL 43 8-5-3 2, 3, Vice President 33 Red Cross Council 33 Student Council 23 Homeroom Secretary 3, 4. Cynthia feels that the most valuable thing gained for her, outside of her classes, was learning to get along with everyone. f KENNETH JAMES RANEY Football 2, 3, 43 R Club 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Track 2, 3. Ken plans to work at the Rockford newspaper plant after graduation. He enjoys printing and would like to own his own printing concern some day. LESLIE HELEN REID 8-5-3 43 Commercia 43 Y-Teens 3, 43 CAA 2. Leslie, who lists swimming as her favorite recreation, names the pool as her favorite section of the school. PATRICIA ANN RENNELS Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 4g Annual 23 Girls' Glee 3, 4, President 43 Homeroom Secretary 2, 3, 4. After graduation Pat hopes to go to art school. She believes art is the sub- ject which contributetl most to her education. HELEN .LOUISE RETZLAFF 8-5-3 3, 4g Social Arts 33 Conserva- tion 33 Library Board 2, 3. . Since her secret ambition is to own a real huge tearoom, Lou lists home economics as her most valuable course. LOUIS ANTHONY RICOTTA Louis selects his home room as his favorite section of the school for en- joyment and excitement have never been lacking. 'Wh Wag- ., ,V 'Y' ii W., . J 0 'L WILLIAM LAWRENCE RANDALL Baseball 33 Commercia 4-:, Hi-Y 4. After graduation Larry wants to be- come a salesman or drive a truck. His secret ambition is to own a trucking concern with his own fleet. SAM JOSEPH REBECCA Football 2, 3, 43 Basketball 2, 3, 43 Track 2, 3, 43 Baseball 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 4g 'iR Club 2, 3, 4, Secretary 43 Euclidean Circle 2, 33 8-5-3 23 Home- room Vice President 3. Baseball being his favorite recrea- tion, Sammyis biggest thrill was start- ing in his first baseball game :luring his junior year. .IEANNE REITSCH GAA 2g 8-5-3 3, 43 FTA 4g Pan- American 33 Cheerleading 3, 4. Jeanne feels that cheerleading for the pep rallies -was her biggest thrill. Her experiences as a cheerleader have taught her a great deal, she believes. ALICE RETSINAS 8-5-3 2, 3, 43 GAA 2, 33 ABL 3, 43 National Honor Society 3, 4, Secretary 43 A Cappella 2, 3, 4, Vice President 43 Madrigals 3, 43 Homeroom Secretary 2, President 3, Treasurer 4. Little-one names singing in the A Cappella Choir as the fondest memory of her high school days. Her secret ambition is to be a concert singer. CHARLES ROGER REYNOLDS Hi-Y 2, 33 Commercia 4. Chuck, who enjoys meeting people, names traveling as his favorite recrea- tion- and science as his favorite sub- ject. .IO ANN CAROL RIDGEWAY Commercia 33 8-5-3 3, 43 A Cappella 3, 43 Orchestra 23 Homeroom Presi- dent 2. The fondest memory for ,lo Ann is singing with the A Cappella Choir. Her motto is you get out of a subject or life what you put into it. 47 'E' MARY JANE RIDLEY Commercia 43 Conservation 4. .laney's biggest thrill was seeing the East-West game in her junior yearg her most valuable acquisitions are her many high school friends. DOLORES FRANCES RIVERA Pan-American 2, Vice President 2g Social Arts 3, 43 Commercia 43 Home- room Vice President 4. Dee's motto is to get the most she can out of school. She names dancing, baseball, and swimming as her favor- ite recreations. RICHARD FRANK ROBINSON Latin 43 I-Ii-Y 4. Robbie's biggest thrill was coming to West high for the first time from Logansport, Indiana. After graduation he plans to attend college. MARY .IACQUELINE ROGERS 8-5-3 3, 43 Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 GAA 2, 3g Entre Nous 2, 3, 43 Student Coun- cil 3, 4, Vice President 43 A Cappella 2, 3, 4. Jackie, whose secret ambition is to own a monkey, plans to attend col- lege after graduation. She names swimming and horseback riding as her favorite recreations. IGNATIUS JOSEPH RONDONE Everyday living to Iggy was the most valuable studyg new friends, the most valuable acquisitions. WILLIAM WALLIS RUTLEDGE Commercia 2. Wally places the sports parties among his fondest memories. He lists baseball as his favorite recreation and the swimming pool as his favorite sec- tion of the school. SYLVIA ANN SAEGER Conservation Club 3, 4g President 4g A Cappella 4. To make friends with everyone is Sylvia's motto. Since her favorite recre- ation is horseback riding, her secret ambition is to live on a ranch. 1948 1. RICHARD LESLIE RITTER After graduation Dick plans to own and manage his own store. Learning how to get along with people has been an important part of his high school career. GEORGE RICHARD ROBERTSON Football 2, 3., 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Euc- lidean Circle 23 Madrigals 3, 43 Oper- etta 2, 3, 43 Homeroom Treasurer 3, President 4. George's biggest thrill was being appointed to the Madrigals. Planning to study music after graduation, his secret ambition is to sing in light and grand operas. JOYCE LOUIS-E ROEN Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 GAA 23 ABL 43 Student Council 3g Homeroom Secre- tary 23 ROTC Sponsor 4. After graduation .loyce plans to at- tend art school to further the study she believes most valuable to her at West. She -was thrilled about being named a sponsor. ANGELA ELIZABETH RONDONE GAA 2, 3, 43 Social Arts 2, 3, 43 President 43 Commercia 3, 43 8-5-3 43 Melody 3, 4. Angie, whose favorite diversion is playing the piano, plans to become a secretary after graduation. Her se- cret ambition is to travel around the world. SHIRLEY MAE ROSENGREN Orchestra 2, 3, 4g GAA 2, 3, 43 Com- mercia 3, 4. After graduation Shirley hopes to become a secretary. In keeping with that desire, she chooses stenography as her most valuable study. ELINOR AGNES SABIN Forum 3, 43 ABL 43 8-5-3 2, 33 Chorus 23 Melody 3, 4, Librarian 43 Entre Nous 2, 3, 4. Elinor, whose secret ambition is to become a famous lawyer, plans to be- come a missionary to China. ROBERT CARL SALAMONE After graduation Bob hopes to travel all over the United States. He lists business law as his most valuable study. Ms? VIRGINIA LOUISE SANDY Eumlxdean Clrclc 2 Pm American ,lint whose secret ambition is to become a singer plans to attend col lege next year and study to become a commercial artist CHARLES ANGEI O SCHIRO Football 3 A ter graduation Sheets plans to own a grocery store He names oot ball as his avorite recreation and the library as his favorite haunt DALE ROGER SCHOONHOVEN Pan American 3 Folum 4 Home room President 4 Physics receives the nod from Dale as his most significant study table teams hrs avorite recreation LAVERNE LLOYD SCHUNEMAN H1Y 2 3 4 855 4 Euclidean Clr mle 4 R Club 3 4 B1skelball2 3 4 Colt 2 Homeloom Secletaly 4 Nntlonll Athletic SQll0l'llSl1lIJ Society A ter graduation LaVerne plans to attend Beloit College He aspires to become coach o a winning basketball team PHYLLIS C. SCHUTT Social Arts 2 4. To become a seamstress is Phyls secret ambition. She feels that her home economics course was of the greatest value. HENRY REED SEARLE Forum 2 3 4 Vice P1'eSillenl4' Eu- clidean Circle 2 3 4 Vice President ' rule 2 ' ' H3 ' Tennis 2 3 4' Homeroom Secretary 3 4' Class Play 4. Desiring secretly to become a psy- chiatrist Reed plans to further his training in college next year. GEORGE LOWELL SEITER 8-5-3 3' Homeroom Treasurer 2. George plans to become a commer- cial artist in the future. His favorite recreation is basketball. 1948 1 DONNA LOUISE SCHEIDEGGER Soc1'1lA1ts 2 3 853 3 Donna nantes skating as her avorite recreation and history as the most val uable subject she studied Her motto lS work and play and enjoy both DOROTHY JEAN SCHMALING Planning to apply her ability by working in an ojice Dorothy selects stenography as the most important study in her training BARBARA ANN SCHROEPPBL Euclidean Circle 2 3 GAA 2 3 YTeens 2 3 Homeroom Treasurer 3 Aside from her academic courses Barb lists the making of new friends as very valuable to her Her pet peeue is the new long skirt style DELORES ELIZABETH SCHURING Socnl Arts 2 3 4 YTeens 2 Delores who believes that home nursing is a subject which contrib luted very much to her development plans to become a nurse after gradu ation MARGARET ROSE SCIFO Orchestra 2 3 4' Latin 2 3 4 Pro- gram Chairman 4' Publications 4' GAA 2 3 4. After graduation Marg plans to at- tend college and to study physical therapy. Her secret longing is to be cool and composed in any situation. DONALD GAVON SECHLER Football 2 3' Basketball 2. Baseball and art hold top places in Dons lists of interests. He is now struggling to decide which career he will try to pursue by urther training. BEVERLY JANE SHAW 8-5-3 3' Y-Teens 2 3 4' GAA 2 3 4' Madrigals 2 3 4' A Cappella 2 4 Secretary 3 4' Homeroom Secretary 2' Class Secretary 3' Opcretta 2 3 4. Becoming a Madrigal in her sopho- more year was Bev s biggest thrill After graduation she may attend art school 49 MARY LYNN SHELLENBERGER 8-5-3 2, 3, 4g GAA 2, 3, 4, Captain 4-3 ABL 43 Forum 43 Student Council 2, 3g ROTC Sponsor 4. Mary, who plans to attend the Uni- versity of Arizona next year, names being chosen a sponsor as her greatest thrill. WANDA MARY SHEPHERD Commercia 2, 3, 4g Social Arts 4. Dancing is this senior's favorite rec- reationg a career as a model, her se- cret ambitiong and college attendance, her plan for 1948-'49, PATRICIA LOU SIMMS GAA 2, 3, 4g Y-Teens 2, 43 8-5-3 4. Swimming and baseball are Pat's favorite amusements. She will enter nurse's training. PAUL ALLEN SMALLWOOD Band 2, 3, 4, President 4g Tennis 2, 3, 4g Homeroom President 4. Treat others as you would like to be treated is the motto which Paul tries to follow. He would like to be- come an accountant. DONN OWEN SMITH Smitty thinks geometry was the study in which he profited most. He enjoyed and appreciated his ROTC training. ANTHONY JAMES SPATARO Commercial 4, Vice President 43 Boys' Glee 4, Treasurer 43 Homeroom Treasurer 3. Because he had a chance to glance at the affairs of the world through commercial geography, Tony selects that study as the most valuable to him. MATTHEW PAUL SPINELLO Orchestra 4g Boys' Clee 23 Home- room President 2. Shelly wants to become a drum- mer with a name band after gradu- ation. His secret ambition is to be Gene Krupa's double. 1943 .- DOROTHY LEE SHENBERGER Pan American 23 CAA 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 43 Publications 3g Y-Teens 2, 4. To go to California is Dot's secret ambition. All branches of sports, especially baseball and dancing, are her favorite recreations. CHARLENE MAE SHOWALTER ABL 43 GAA 23 Melody 43 Publi- cations 43 8-5-3 33 Euclidean Circle 43 Student Council 2. 3. Char, whose secret ambition is to raise minks and foxes and to live away from big cities, plans Jo enter college in the fall. MARILYN KATHLEEN SKOLROOD Orchestra 2, 3, 43 Entre Nous 3, 4g ABL 4g 8-5-3 4g Y-Teens 2, 3, 43 CAA 2, 3, 43 Homeroom Vice President 4. After graduation Peggy will study fashion designing. Her secret ambi- tion, however, is to became an avi- atrix. DONNADALE SMUCKER Orchestra 2, 43 Entre Nous 33 GAA 23 Homeroom Secretary 4. Donnadale hopes to major in music at college. She names playing the piano as her favorite recreation and playing concert piano as her secret ambition. FRANK ALFRED SPAR ACINO Latin 2, 3, 43 Football 2, 3, 43 Track 2, 3, 43 FTA 23 Basketball 2g Boys' Clee.3, 4, Treasurer 3, President 43 Homeroom President 4. Being elected captain of the junior varsity football squad was a big thrill for Sparrow.', He selects football as his favorite extra-curricular activity. ANTOINETTE MARIE SPATARO Social Arts 2, 3, Vice President 33 GAA 2, 3, 43 Commercial 4. In order to make use of information gained in her favorite studies, those in the commercial department, Toni hopes to become an office secretary. VIVIAN DARLENE ST. ANGEL After graduation Viv plans to enter nurse's training. She names swim- ming as her favorite recreation. Her unusual secret ambition is to become a veterinarian. t as r:i tNi3s walter ' -s53. .fxxyt5k ,eg Q .-I 2, to f. 6 -4-1 . F ill, H t ,,t .luv . f , A ' x PATRICIA JOAN STEVESON Commercia 2g Y-Teens 23 Social Arts 2g Conservation 3. After spending the summer in Cali- fornia, Pat will enter college next fall. Secretly she would like to become a doctor. ROGER LOUIS STILES Entre Nous 2, 33 Euclidean Circle 2g ROTC Rifle 2, 3, 4g Boys' Clee 2, 33 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 R Club 43 Football 23 Swimming 3, 43 Track 2, 3, 4. Being appointed a lieutenant in ROTC was a big thrill for Rag, who plans to enter college in the fall. RICHARD LEE STORER ROTC Drill Team 3, 43 Outstanding ROTC Cadet 33 Track 2, 3, 4. Dick plans to enter the Uni-versity of Illinois. Perhaps he will study electrical engineering as he confesses a secret longing to work in that field. FRANCIS WILLIAM SWANSON Hi-Y 3, 4. Bill names baseball as his favorite recreation. His secret ambition is to become a writer. GLORIA DE ARVAL SWENSON Publications 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 43 Quill and Scroll 4. Gloria, who names playing the piano as her favorite recreation, will enter business college after graduation. She longs to travel all around the world. DONALD DURWARD TAYLOR Terry secretly desires to become a composer. He will study mathematics in college, mathematics being his most valuable subject while at West. HA N' Y R ,., . ,I . .W ' f drip CLAUDETTE MARLENE STICKELS 8-5-3 3, 4g Student Council 33 GAA 2, 3, 4, Captain 33 Publications 4. To see the Seven Wonders of the Worldn is Claudie's secret ambition. She plans to enter nurse's training. IRMA LUCILLE STONE Pan American 2, Treasurer 23 FTA 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 2, 3, Secretary 43 Owl 3, 43 ABL 3, 43 Forum 43 Class Treasurer 43 A Cappella 3, 4, Treas- urer 43 Student Council 3, 4g 8-5-3 2, 3g National Honor Society 3, 43 Home- room President 23 Class Play 4. Lou, who plans to attend Rockford College, hopes to be a teacher some day. MARLENE PHYLLIS STUMPF 8-5-3 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 43 Forum 3, 43 ABL 43 Operetta 33 A Cappella 43 Girls' Glee 33 Chorus 2. Following her college course, Mar may work as a personnel director. JOAN KATHRYN SVVANSON 8-5-3 2, 3, 4g Publications 3, 4. After graduation .loanie plans to attend college or dramatic school. Her secret ambition is to become a great actress. VERN WRAY SYMPSON Hi-Y 3, 43 Swimming 3, 43 R Club 3, 4g 8-5-3 4. Naming physics as the subject most valuable to him, Vern plans to enter a technological school after gradu- ation. JOYE BERNICE TAYLOR Pan American 2. Playing records is .loye's favorite recreation. The greatest thrill while at West was the East-West football game in her junior year. 51 .Y W, 'L X if 1555? 2. 3 1 I 'Epub wwf -2. 4 A - - ' 'Y' uzieaif' 1- N..-1. vm t. BEATRICE LYNN THOMPSON Forum 2, 3, 43 A Cappella 2, 3, 43 Y-Teens 2, 33 ABL 4. Singing and -writing are Bea's favor- ite rccreations. She plans to combine college work and nurse's training in her future studies. PAULINE ALBERTA THOMPSON Y-Teens 23 Commercia 3, 4. After graduation Tommie plans to work in an ofice. She names the cafe- teria as her favorite room. VERL HOWARD TIELKMEIER Verl names mechanical drawing as the study from which he profited most. Ice skating is his favorite recreation. AUGUST PHILLIP TOMENILLIE Hi-Y 3, 4. Augie, -who names Hi-Y as the extra-curricular activity he enjoyed the most, plans to enter college next fall. DOUGLAS TROUT A Cappella 2, 3, 43 Forum 43 8-5-3 43 Red Cross Council 33 Publications 2, 33 Pan American 2, 33 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Madrigals 3, 4g Homeroom Secretary 2, Vice President 33 Operetta 2, 3, 4g Class Play 4. Secretly desiring to become an opera singer, Doug will attempt to make a concert stage circuit after gradu- ation. DOROTHY VALLORTIGARA 8-5-3 2, 3, 43 Commerciu 3, 4, Secre- tary 4. Dot ,believes that working on the senior play was the extra-curricular activity she enjoyed most. She hopes to attend college in the fall. LILLIAN VASCELLARO Social Arts 3, Treasurer 3g GAA 2, 33 Commercia 4. Lillian would like to enter Vogue's designing school soon in order to real- ize her desire to become a dress de- signer. 1943 ..- LOIS ANN THOMPSON Lois, who expects to become a flor- ist, names ice skating as her favorite recreation. BETTY LOU THORPE 8-5-3 3, 43 GAA 2, 3, 4, Student As- sistant 4g Student Council 4. Swimming is the favorite pastime of Betts, who will enter nurse's training. JANET ROMONA TODD Orchestra 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 33 Commer- cia 3, 4g GAA 2, 3, 4. After graduation Ranney hopes to become a medical secretary. Swim- ming is her favorite recreation. DONALD R. TRIPODI Basketball 4. Don enjoyed playing basketballg the gym and locker room are his favorite haunts. ROGER LEE TURNER Tennis 3, 4. Rag is one of the many ardent swim- mers. Next year he will be studying on a college campus. ROBERT VAN DUSEN 8-5-3 2, 33 Euclidean Circle 2., 3. After graduation Bob hopes to do a little traveling along with some work. His secret ambition is to be a disc jockey. HARRY JOSEPH VERNETT1 HR Club 3,43 Hi-Y 3,42 8-s-s 3, 4, Football 2, 3, 43 Junior Varsity Cap- I ' . will sports rate high with Harry ,whose fondest memory is the hrst foot- ball game in which he played. B 'lx I HARRY WILLIAM WAGNER Band 2 Because he enjoys playing baseball above ang other recreatzon Harry has the secret ambltlon to become a base ball player After graduatzon how ever he plans to open a buszness BARABARA JEAN WARDRIP GA 2 3 4 Barb ltkes to swzm and fly Her pet peeve n travelmg ROBERT EARL WARREN Boys Chorus 4 Bobs secret ambltxon ts to become a ptlot He enjoyed watchmg oot ball games and other sports events ALICE MAE WATERS Homeroom Secretary 2, 3 4 Allce who enjoys sutrnmnzg hopes to enter nurses tramzna To be an alrllne hostess ts her secret ambltton OLIVER PERRY WEBB R Club 2 3 H1 Y 2 3 Football Man xger 2 Swlmmlng 2 3 4 0 zle expects to become a doctor after extenswe trammg but hrs secret ambltlon ls to become a good football and swzmmmg coach DONNA MAE WEENS F 234-8534Onl34 d ventlslng Manager 4 GAA 2 H Teens 2 3 4 Quill .md S4 roll 4 After college Donna plans to enter the teaching professton She names publtcatlons and GAA as the extra currtcular actwzes she enjoyed most 'VB 3? M ROBERT ARNOLD WALDSMITH Wlth flylng hls secret ambttlon Bob enjoys ootball golf and swzmmtng He hopes to follow archztectural draw mg as a career ANNA BELI E WARE 853 3 4 Melody 2 3 I ABL 4 Forum 4 Anna Belle plans to attend school ln San Dzego Bemg a member o the Rockford Student Inter raclal Commzsslon l9 her favorlte extra-cur rmcular actwtty ROBERT WILLIAM WARREN Bob names history as hls most va u able subject He lzkes to swtm and his pet peeve ls long dresses LLAYTON GENE WATSON Genes magnetlc personaltty won hun many rlends He enjoy ed watch mg the many sports events HAROLD SIMON WEBER Next year Harold plans to enter col lege He names the chemzstry lab as hrs favorite room at West JEAN LOUISE WEINGARTNER 853 2 3 4 Vice Presldent 4 CAA 2 3 4 0lCll6SlY32 3 4 Student Coun ul 4 Forum 4 ABL 4 ,lean plans to enter the UIILUCVSIZQ of Colorado after graduation She enjoys swzmmlng horseback rldmg and watchmg football games 53 n 6 N ' ' ra EF E , E f S' 1 f 54 L WFEQE 1 LAVERNE DARWIN WELCH That of tool maker is the position Lalferne hopes to achieve. Auto shop is his favorite section of the school because he likes automobiles. CHARLOTTE ANN WESSELS 8-5-3 2, 33 Commercia 4. If you don't succeed at first, try, try againf' is an excellent motto for Char since she hopes to become a stenographer. ROGER ALLEN WHITE Roger's favorite pastime is listening to the radio. He names long dresses as his pet peeve. HALENE WHITFIELD GAA 2, 3, 43 ABL 3. 43 Forum 43 Euclidean Circle 43 Publications 3, 4, Associate Editor Warrior 43 Chorus 2g Quill and Scroll 4. Halene names publications as the extra-curricular activity she enjoyed the most. College attendance is in her immediate plans. EUGENE CHARLES WHITNEY Track 23 Conservation 3, 4, Vice President 43 Homeroom Vice President 2, President 3, 43 ROTC Drill Team 2, 3, Rifle 2, 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 3. Gene plans to go into business for himself after graduation. He likes to hunt, swim, camp, and bowl. JANE LO UISE WILKINS .ianie's secret ambition is to become a singer or an author. She names the choral room as her favorite section of the school because she really likes to sing. DOROTHY GRACE WILSON GAA 2, 3, 43 Forum 3, 43 Orchestra 2, 3, 4g Madrigals 43 Homeroont Sec- retary 3, President 4. Enjoying any and all kinds of music, Dot plans to enter college in September. 1948 ..- GENEVIEVE ADELLE WENDELL Y-Teens 3, 43 Publications 2g Home- room Secretary 23 GAA 2, 3, 43 ABL 43 Entre Nous 2, 3, 4, Secretary 2, 3, Treasurer 4. Genny, who enjoys dancing and swimming and who harbors a secret desire to become a flyer, will enroll in college next fall. DOROTHY LEE WHITE GAA 2, 3, 43 Debate 23 ABL 3, 43 Forum 43 FTA 43 Euclidean Circle 43 Warrior 4g Homeroom Secretary 2, President 33 Girls' Glee 4, Treasurer 43 National Honor 3, 4. Dot, who plans to enter Rockford College after graduation, secretly de- sires to become a professional pianist. JEAN WHITEHEAD 8-5-3 2, 3, 4, Secretary 43 Orchestra 2, 3, 43 GAA 2, 3. 43 ABL 43 Student Council 3, 4, President 4g I-Iomeroom President 23 ROTC Sponsor 4. .lean plans to attend Beloit College after graduation. She nantes the Sen- ior Prom in her junior year as her fondest memory. FREDERICK WOODWORTH WHITLOCK ROTC Drill Team 3, Rifle 3, 4, Out- standing Cadet 33 8-5-3 43 Euclidean Circle 4. Dates on Saturday nights are fully enjoyed by Woody', who hopes to enter West Point next year. WANITA MARILYN WILCOX GAA 2, 3, 4g Commercia 43 Home- room Treasurer 2, 3. Nita plans to enroll in an art school next year. She dreams of piloting an airplane some day. ELIZABETH .IEANNE WILLIAMS GAA 2, 3, 4, Captain 2g Chorus 2, Vice President 23 Girls' Glee 3, 43 ABL 3, 43 Forum 4g Y-Teens 23 Pub- lications 3, 4, Associate Editor War- rior 43 Quill and Scroll 43 Homeroom Secretary 2, President 3. .leanne names the Military Ball in her junior year as her favorite mem- ory. She also enjoyed being in the Mikado chorus. JAMES GERALD WILSON Stage Crew 2, 3, 43 Latin 2g ROTC Drill Team 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 3, 43 Conservation 3, 43 National Honor So- cily 3, 4. Annual F ederai inspections were .iim's most thrilling experiences. In the fall he probably will enter college. 312. i- s ,f 5 is- ' E 1 ,K K , hu E' 1 A-ws. 3 nf.-. W reg s 3 X - V , . I, . , ' ' , f'f5Q', ir. ' Gi RICHARD HAROLD WILSON 8-5-3 2, 3, 4g Forum 33 ROTC Drill Team 2, 3, 43 Conservation 3, 43 Stage Crew 2, 3, 43 Euclidean Circle 3, 43 National Honor Society 3, 43 Home- room Treasurer 2, President 3. A true follower of Ben Franklin, Dick values highly the common sense he acquired at W est. JOHN GLENNAN WINNING 8-5-3 43 Pan-American 23 Class Play 43 Class President 4. . Jack, who plans to enter the field of journalism after graduation, names be- ing elected senior class president as his greatest thrill at W est. RALPH ALLAN WOODS ROTC Cadet Major 43 Football 2, 3, 43 Track 2, 3, 43 Student Council 2, 33 R Club 2, 3, 43 Hi-Y 2, 3, 43 Forum 43 National Athletic Scholar- ship Society 3, 43 National Honor So- ciety 3, 4, President 43 Red Cross Council 43 Homeroom President 2, 4. Ralph plans to attend some univer- sity after graduation. His secret am- bition is to read every book in the public library. SHIRLEY JEAN WRIGHT Y-Teens 23 GAA 2, 3, 43 8-5-3 4g Orchestra 2, 3, 4. Rating her orchestra experience as -very valuable, Shirley plans to attend the University of Illinois. BETTY HELEN YOUNG Entre Nous 2, 3, 4, President 3, 43 ABL 43 Social Arts 3. Betty hopes to enter nurse's train- ing soon. She considers swimming the recreation she most enjoys. RICHARD WILLIAM ZANDER Football 2, 3, 43 Track 3, 43 RH Cluh 43 National Athletic Scholarship Society 3, 4. Next year Dick plans to attend agri- cultural school. He enjoys hiking and names science as his most valuable course. Y -wr' lr 'Yi l o 0 'lil if 15:- THOMAS FRANK WILSON Homeroom Secretary 2, Vice Presi- dent 3. Tom doesn't understand how people can expect more out of life than they put into it. His motto is If you try hard, you will succeed. DOLORES CAROLINE WOLFE Girls' Chorus 4g Commercial 2. Planning to work in an ofice after graduation, Dodie thinks that cler- ical practice was her most valuable study. RAYMOND ARTHUR WOODRUFF Track 23 ROTC Drill Team 3, 43 Riiie 4. Following his father's footsteps, Ray plans to make the army his career and hopes some day to become an officer. JOAN YAHRMARKT Social Arts 4. Because she likes to take care of chickens, 1oan's secret ambition is to own a chicken farm. I n the immediate future she will work in a hospital. PETER JOSEPH ZAMM UTO Publications 2, 3, Circulation Mau- ager 33 Student Council 3. Peter, who plans to attend the Uni- versity of Illinois in the fall, has a unique secret ambitiong he wants to be an inconspicuous person. PAULINE E. ZIES GAA 2, 3g Homeroom President 4. Feeling that stenography ,was her most valuable subject, Pauline looks forward to a career as a secretary. 55 1949 Lillian Abruzzo Joyce Almquist Tom Arnett r , AL - . . 1 ' F' of- f if wie? 'i r s flx L Jacqueline Adams Anthony Adrignola Mary Alfano Glenn Anderson Joanne Anderson Lorraine Andersen Dorothy Arnold David Augspurger Richard Banker First stop on the junior tour is Miss Myrtle l. Nelson's room, 132, head- quarters for the class of ,4-9. The first few days of each semester are espe- cially busy for the counselors because it is to them the students bring their schedule problems. Shown receiving advice from Miss Nelson are Norma Wren and George Kennedy. As well as arranging classes, Miss Nelson is in general charge of the Junior Prom. In addition, she holds reglar meet,- ings of the class oflieers and home- room presidents. Not only is Miss Nelson adviser to the junior class, but also she is a real friend to every stu- dent at West High. Elizabeth Allen Mary Lou Allen Charles Almond Mary Anderson Marlene Arbogast Angelina Armato Janice Bargren Vida Barr .lo Mary Bartelt 56 G-fe Officers for the junior elass are Bob Oliver, seeretaryg Ralph Butler, pres- identg Norma Wren, treasurcrg and LaVerne Lani, vice president. Each ollicer has special duties which are es- sential to the organization of the class of ,49. Ralph presides at all official meetings, including those of the homeroom presidents. He has the special honor of accepting the senior banner at comlnencement. Norma has the important duty of collecting class dues. Keeping records of all committee and class meetings is Bolfs job. In ease of President Butlerls ab- sence, LaVerne discharges all execu- tive duties. Mary Bartlett Roger Bauer Carol Bunnbamh Ruhud Belt-,el Phyllis Bender Harold Bug Rnhlrd Bertoltl Iona Bicksler Betty Blanc Cllarh. Bl mtl Rmlph Blmtk Corinne Bliss Zallnley Blumenthal Donnl Bokcn Delores Bolen Chad Bolender JoRenc Bond Robert Bowen LlVonne Bowsmln Roberli Boyd John B1 ldley Az' I sit ' Lift Pig 1949 Richard Bradley Richard Brady Robert Brown Howard Brewer Constance Carl Gordon Carlson 58 Joanne Breon Douglzm Bressler Robert Brooks Sue Brown Richard Brown Phillip Burns Willizlln Burns Anne Buss Ralph Butler Roger Callihan Grace Carter Anthony Cascio Carl Cascio David Caskey John Cnslrogiovanni 5 Rhapsody in Blue was the name chosen for this year's Junior Prom, which was held in the West High gym December 12. Music was fur- nished by Tony Raye's orchestra. Shown leading the Grand March at the prom are Jean Secard and Ralph Butler, Norma Wren and Laverne Lani, Pat Naill and Bob Oliver, Jeanne Williailis and Jim Conner, Shir- ley Erlandson and David Carlson, Barbara Bergonz and Erwin Betting- haus, Betty Bartlett and Charles Blanek, and Joyce Lundeen and Bob Agnew. Tickets for the prom were sold in the llomerooms and the halls by the class officers and Glenn Anderson, Marlene Arbogast, Mary Alfano, Phyllis Bender, Nancy Chalman, Lita Ferri, Barbara Hering, Rayanne Moore, Suzanne Ralston, Margaret Rossow, Lois Sanders, Max- ine Schrieber, Irene Smith, Pat Smith, Dorothy Van Barriger, Sally Warner, Zaida Wells, and Ann Westl3e1'g. Nancy Clmlman Albert Chambers Myrtle Champion John Clark Irma Clayton Betty Coil Marlene Colloton Johann Colombo Beverly Conley Mary Crescenzo Marcia Crittenden Patricia Cromwell Herbert Dhusc WiHian1 Dickmann LaVerne Dickson James Cutler Wa1'i'en Dayhoff Patricia Densmore Sue Colin Roger Cushing Cecilia Dobel 41-If ' fir, A 'tix ' Q il. ,Q ' qi V A it ' t is at J. 59 1949 .lohn Driscoll Riclmrd Dunlap Joan Dyreson Robert Eager Estelle Elmore Clifford Erb Barbara Erickson Roger Erickson LaD0ris Farnham Kenneth Fenelon Margaret Ferguson Robert Ferguson Lita Ferri Janet Fitz John Fitzpatrick Geraldine Flint William Forbes Barham Foss Dorothy Foster Karl Fricke Evujean Fridley ' -2, .' TTFf.17iEH' . . A ' , A 60 i One of the most gala affairs this year was the Junior Prom. Such a party means a' great deal of work for everyone involved. An important com- mittee was the one in charge of decorations. Shown seated with their escorts during intermission at the prom are thc girls who directed the decorating: .lean McLee, who was in charge of the lettering, Rhapsody in Blue, with ,lack Crandelg Barbara Hamilton, who supervised the work on the ballet girls and the waterfall effect, with ,lack Vaughn, and Le0ra Walker, who designed the cloud effects and miscellaneous art work, with J im Cutler. Other members who contributed many hours to the preparation of designs were Dorothy Krivitskie., Jeanne Zeiss, Betty Ann Turner, ,lo Mary Bartelt, and Janice O'Connell. Beverly Friedberg Richard Frv Jean Gahm Elaine Garth Suzanne Gaziano Kay Geddes Vita Glacone Paul Giovingo Raymond Goff Carolyn Graham JoAnn Gregory Jan Gridley Nancy Gulisano Robert Gustafson Mary Haegg Eileen Hakala Barbara Hamilton Clark Hanson Roger Harlan James Harvey Gerald Helsler Esther Helman Barbara Hering Roger Higgins gggzgigilhit Harvey Jewell Elizabeth Johnson George Kennedy Della Kirkpatrick Mary Kirkpatrick 62 1949 Leo Hilton James Johnson Ronald Klemnledson Donna Hoel Lorraine Hoey Shirley HoH'man Marjorie Johnson Sara Johnson Lois Johnston Anita Mae Kling Diane Kohlhursl Thomas Krauss 44- .-w ti, N. ,a-. if 3 . Each year all juniors take a three hour test sponsored by the University of Illinois. Shown receiving instructions for the exam from Miss Jessie Marie Lucas are Donna Rosenquist, J ack Kilburn, Jack Thayer, Shirley Hoffman, and .lames Solon. Because its purpose is to indicate the field in which the individual would lie most likely to succeed, this is one test for which we donit have to cram. Also it reveals whether or not a stu- dent has the scholastic ability required for successful college work. As well as the University of Illinois, all other Illinois colleges and universities make use of these test ratings in the placement and selection of their students. I C9 Dorothy Krivitslcie Phyllis LaFasto Donald Langkamp LaVerne Lani Eleanor LaRosa Helen Lallosa Robert Larson Roy Larson Betty Lawrence Phillip Lee Loralei Lewis Margaret Lillie Robert Lindberg Jean Loser Kathryn Lundberg .loan Mack Gayle Marquette Barbara McCallen Nan lVIcD0nald Ronald McDonald Jean Mc Lee xi 'P ,R 1 4' ' . - 1. f Q s- , - KM url 2: lr, 5 ' -X --,J f 4 -,i'. - - V if fs' 5 Jw if t F . ll J Kg, n L Joanne Melancler Delores Metheny Lowell Metheny Donna Meyer Joseph Mitkusevich Charles Morreal Hope Morrison Palrivia Naill Joan Nelson Nancy Nelson Earl North Janice O'Connell Marlene O'Dell Charles O,Keefe Robert Oliver f ' x -an x 64 1949 Michael Montuleone Rayanne Moore Charles Nepean John Neilsen Patricia Ollmnn Alberta Osterhant At one of their revular meetings, Ralph Butler, class president, gives instructions to the Junlor homeroom presidents They are, rst row John Castrofflovannl 323 Harold Bei , 313 Stanley Blumenthal 215 Dorothy Kr1VltSkle 309, second row Paul Glovlngo, 231 Harold East wood 311 Phil Lee, 312 ,lun Cutler, 310 third row V110 Cascxo, 225 John Fitzpatrlck, 203 John Loeaselo, 224, standmg Bob Oliver, 223 and John B1ad1ey, 20' As soon as officers were elected ln September, a meetmv was called and pfllllafy plans for the Junior Prom were dis cussed, the name was chosen and the committees were appointed To determine all policies of the class requiring student oplnlon, meetings of this group ale called Donald Pearson Robert Owens Robert Packard Nancy Pagel Claudia Palmero Lorna Parkhurst James Pence David Pennorlt Donna Perkins Elizabeth Perry .. .lacquelyn Pauley Betty Pearson Barbara Peter Kenath Peters Richard Peters Donald Peterson Richard Petit Ralph Pxerte Jmet Prertefield Paul Plueddeman Wllllanx Powder 1 1 fm.- G, 44 H IYIJ Sb 9.29, S. .fi gms U ,, 1 5 'Q 1 5 ' , 3 . 7 . 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L ,1-,Jr 6 W I N11.'11 11 sv Q I -1 1 ..r2,E.g25i ' M 11 11,111 ' 1, 11 1 ,A 0 1 1949 John Powell Margaret Powell Janet Price Donna Puddicombe Carlo Pumilla Suzanne Ralston Donna Ramsey Shirley Rasmussen Marvin Richartls Barton Reed Frank Ridgway 66 M5- Richard Reitscll Jeannine Riley Betty Rew Densel Rewerts .loan Rice Donald Ritter Doris Roderick Margaret Rossow Ann Rich Robert Ruskavage One of the principal duties of Treasurer Norma Wren is to supervise the annual collection of dues and to carry on the general business of the class, such as the financial planning of the junior play and prom before the tickets are sold. Juniors also decorate the stage with flowers for Baccalaureate and Senior Commencement in June. First in the collecw tion of dues was homeroom 203 while the runner-up was 102. Norma is shown receiving the dues from Ann Westherg and Glenn Anderson, who are representing 203 and 102, respectively. Besides collecting dues, homeroom treasurers sell Christmas seals and bangles and manage con- tributions to the L'March of Dimes and the Red Cross. ? Phyllis Ryan Lois Sanders Mary Beth Sanders Neil Santee Barbara Sarver Roger Schmeling Dorothy Schmalmg Schggrrgzker Maxine Schreiber .lean Secard Marilyn Seinwell Della Senneff Donna Senneff Willard Shattuck Robert Shaw Alberta Shelden Dorothy Sherman Charles Sheslo Marlene Short Beverly Shorlino Donald Skinner v ' 1 - 2' , ,, tl . l ' A' M, ' ' 1 ,t -v if K ' I. gy 1 .' - '-V2 . in .,.:, Gladys Smith Irene Smith Marion Smith Albert Stites Juanita Stangeland Reid Strieby .lack Thayer Helen Ulrich Marjorie Tanner Theresa Tarara John Truitt Betty Turner . 'x 1949 Mary Louise Smith Patricia Smith Robert Smith James Solon Dale Strote Beatrice Sulser Mary Suski Marilyn Swanson Barbara Thomas Garnet Thompson Geraldine Tondi Barbara Travis Dorothy Roger VanDriesen Alice Verstynen Vivian Vettore VanBarriger , V I I i VQA., ji sy J -I! 6? EI 1- ' 'TI I - rf. lui , . j' is 141 ' gt V' fd: :-,pl A I V 1,1 A JG 2 E '... - . - 68 19 Members of the class of 49 shown addlng the fimslunf' touches to thelr Chrlstmas tree ln study hall 128 are Chad Bolender, Susan Waggener, Joanne Melander, and Jamce O Connell Beslrles the 3Ct1V1t1CS that we have shown you on our tour, tl1e forty runers usher at com mencement 1n June, SC1V6 at Senlor Luncheon, and pro ducc a class play These events and many, manv more COIIIIJIIIC to make the Junlor year one wluch all of the class members Wlll recall wlth pleasure Susan Waggoner L80l'l Walker Myra Walker Cwen Weatherford June Weeks Joyce Weeks Rlchard Wharton Mlrw Wheeler John Wlgell Ernestme Wllhame Fr mk Wllbflll Rollfmd WIISOH Ann Walsh Dlvxd Wells DTFWVIH Wllwx Norma Wren b' - :wr Rose Ware Sully Warner Betty Waters Ludl Welle Phllllp Wessela Ann Westberg Ellzabeth Wilcox Jamee Wlllfong Charles Williams Lyle Yardley Blrhara Young Jeanne LCISS 15? in 69 1 , ' ,, . 9 . . . . I GG. - ' 77 - . . . H 3 Q '. . ' . N z 1 1 , ' ' ' a ' ' 2' 1 ' ' ' ' . . . R 2 5 . A I . I Y I ' I ' f . , ,gi kF'F ' -r - gi ' ,Q Q ' . A i 1 ll ll! 1 4 VV , f , A ,il ,,i. Y .4 V - ,Z 1, gi . , ,V 1: ' , ' :L 1 ' e ' A +37 f V .V V5 W E 1 V ,. - ,Y iii!! , L xx? I J , 4 Q J b .N , ' ' we ' , X I ' ' wx y fe- r he e -G 4 1 N N f F Am ' f V - , 1 -1 - Q.. . 5 . I I I A . - Z .J-Jef ,- ' ' if . .iff 1 S. L. ,, HOMEROOM 316-wTop Row: E. Conklin, D. Ritter, R. Scott, D. Stram, R. Adler, E. De Weerdt. Fourth Row: P. Gibson, R. Burgess, M. Dahlherg, B. Sassaman, B. Barker. Third Row: B. Wliite, J. Arnone, J. Needham, M. Juhlin, R. Wearmothe., S. Erlandson. Second Row: R. Meyer, li. Hevrin, D. Benjamin, P. Bourgo, G. Bufalo. Bottom Raw: Miss Carlson, J. Carter fsec- retaryl, N. Liakouras ftreasurerl, W. Kre- meyer Cfitudent Council representativel, E. Hanna fvice presidentl, V. Verace Kpresi- dentl. HOMEROOM 205-Top Row: J. McCul- lock, R. Van Aken, R. Matheson, L. Ander- son, R. Smith, L. DeBenedetto. Third Row: B. Houston, M. Pearson, N. Schmidt, K. Haz- zard, C. Stotler, B. Bartley, M. Stern. Second Row: Miss Saporiti, M. Thompson, M. Chop- pie, E. Knapp, M. Wasllington, M. Mulaie, S. Gruner. First Row: M. Galuzzo fvice presidentl, E. Bocanelli CStudent Council representativel, R. Caltagerone Cpresiclentl, N. O'Connor Csecretaryl, L. Larson Qtreas- urerl. 70 190 Now our journey brings us to the class of 1950, our sophomores. West was a big place to these students when they entered in the fall. There were problems to be faced., questions to be asked. Miss Carolyn R. Wones, sophomore coun- selor, became their guide to help them start the year right. Here she is discussing three-year program plans with Arlene Schmeling and Ron- nie Pennock. One of the Hrst activities performed hy the sophomore class is election of ofhcers. This year's leaders are Dick McLaughlin, vice presi- dentg Joan White, secretaryg Mike Vascellaro, presidentg and Jean Stover, treasurer. Among their many duties are the collecting of class dues and the directing of colnmittees for the Sopho- more Party held this year on April 9. HOMEROOM 303-Top Row: C. Webster, R. Kolle, J. Welsli. Fourth Ro-w: J. Munrl, A. DeGrandis, J. Capone, A. Wellman, C. Meads, L. Johnson. Third Row: B. Hall, C. Rush, B. Corey, J. Hersleb, P. Schrock. Second Row: A. Tice, D. Smueker. C. Wood- ruff, W. VanHelden, M. Knop, N. Andress. First Row: Mr. Batesole, H. Reufer fStu- dent Council representativel, J. Bruneui fsecretaryl, R. Clark fvice presidentl., R. Mc- Laughlin fpresideull. HOMEROOM 208-Top How: L. Vuccaro, A. Anderson, A. Stern, D. Schmelzer, C. De- Benedetto, L. Pearson, J. North. Fourth Row: F. LaRosa, M. Hopkins, R. Duffey, J. Rugland, J. Blake, M. Martin. Third Row: D. Cronkrite, M. Stewart, J. Klagues, E. Grenherg, N. James, N. Cain. Second Row: Mr. Sabin, V. Harvey, V. W1ll'1'en, E. Lyle, E. Willson, V. Gallagher, B. L. Thompson. First Row: W. Bartlett fpresidentl, J. Brewster fvice-presidentl, R. Rathke fsecre- taryJ, F. Morse fStudent Council representa- tivel, T. Bagley ftreasurerl. 71 Top Row: William Bartlett-haskethall, hon1e- room president, Charles Bietau-football, has- kethallg Sandra Collier-GAA, orchestra, Stu- dent Council, Edward Conklin-swimming. Bottom Row: Millard Countryman-homeroom president, basketball, football, Delores DeCarlo I -GAA, Social Arts, Richard Gleichman-has kethall, football, Enola Knight-orchestra, puh- lications, French Club, GAA. 72 ,I HOMEROOM 206-Top Row: R. Monroe, R. Holmquist, R. W. Jacobsen, R. Parke, R. Cromwell. Fourth Row: L. Dayholf, J. Lupn, G. Ambach, A. Schmaling, B. Brewer, G. Harvey. Third Row: L. Rudelius, E. Pear- son, S. Small, A. Thom. A. Martin. Second Row: Miss Ralston, M. Langley, B. Wilson, P. Gregory, E. Bartholomew, R. Morris, B. Thompson. First Row: C. Bielau Qpresi- dentl, J. Cherry fsecretaryl., A. Steffen iStu- dent Council represenlalivel, J. Norberg flreasurerl, J. Doyle Qvice-presidentl. HOMEROOM 314-Top Row: D. Willizlxmns, J. lppolito, D. Dawson, D. Walker, K. Hodge. Fourth Row: J. Barbee, R. Goff, F. Patrick. J. Schandelmeier. G. Rosenquisl. Third Row. B. Thompson, B. Dobler, J. Powers, L. Lom- bardo, K. Newman, R. Bertchie, H. Mariani. Second Row: R. Harrington, P. Bradford, I Taylor, M. Tullock, J. Barlscher, J. Fritz, M Kellaney. First Row: L. Shipman Csecrelaryl L. Burrilt flreasurerl, P. Laaker Qvice-presi dentl, R. Plager Kpresidentl, Miss Geddes -1 ' N ' 'A VF? V' I fr A 1 i it is HOMEROOM 130-Top Row: D. Zenich, D. Cavnor. T. Johnson. J. Sohner. D. Wenck, C. Kramer. Fourth Row: M. Melin, M. Budack, G. Arnold. A. Scott. E. Peterson. K. Tinsley. Third Row: L. Bucey. A. Delia. R. Cross, B. Cardy. V. Sadewater. K. Sturm, J. Cobb. Second Row: F. Richards. B. Ellcna, J. Belk- nap. J. Hancock, W. Housekneckt, L. Elliott. First Row: M. Vascellnro ipresidentl, Miss Pliillips, B. Adams fvice-presidentl, D. Levisay Qtreasurerl, J. M. Herrmann Qsecre- taryli A. Maggie lStudent Council represent- ative . HOMEROOM 302-Top Row: J. Ditto, R. Gleichmnn, R. Schaefer, R. Benson, A. Triolo. Fourth Row: J. Alberty. P. Imbcrt., J. Krishke, M. Boyer, L. Hargrove. J. Partch. Third Row: B. Hocking. R. Karriker, J. Springer, L. YVuisner. M. Slmnhouse. J. Eg- ler. D. Badura. Second Row: A. Lingcl, E. Pohle, D. Robertson. R. Davis, D. Fairley. R. Bunk. First Row: L. Ruefer fpresidenti. J. Schoonmaker Qtreasurerl. J. White fsecre- turyj, M. Miller Cvice-presidentl. Mr. Crull. 190 Top Row: J ack Kf3IliSll-llOlllCFO0H'l president, hasketballg Mary Langley-GAA, French Cluhg Angie Maggie -- cheerleader, Student Council representativeg Richard McLaughlin'-sopho- more football captain, sophomore vice president. Bottom Row: Mary Lou Miller--Owl, orchestra, GAAg Fay Etta Morse-orchestra, Student Coun- cil representativeg Jo Needham-GAA captaing Joan Norberg-Pan American League. Euclid- eau Circle, homeroom vice president. 73 HOMEROOM 318-Top Row: S. Inglimu, K. Wllitney, F. Munarchy, G. PilSSl'll0l'B., VV. Tudor. Fourth Row: M. Duhigg, K. Kreu- ler, T. Glenny, D. Stahl., L. Roland, B. Wi- mer. B. Wallalck. Third Row: F. Swanstrom. V. Harlowe, P. Powder, W. Linquist, C. Schafman, M. Sherer. Second Row: B. Cus- sioppi, J. Burtl, J. Keig, J. Hoclgclon, B. Newman, N. Banford, C. Angileri. First Row: D. Frivk I,Student Council representativej, P. Boyer fvice-presidenll, G. Doble Ctrens- urerl, T. Miltimore Kpresidentl, V. Berg- eron lsecretaryl, Miss Foster. I-IOMEROOM 317-Top Row: L. Barber, J. Allen, N. Landis, A. Ivins, P. Mohn. Fourth Row: B. Trosper, M. Scheidegger, D. Harris, A. Crzxbow, R. Holcomb, D. Provenzzmo. Third Row: G. Thayer, P. Bellinghaus, J. Chamberlin, B. Day, D. Kellogg. Second Row: F. Nibbio. D. YVakefield, A. Mzlrkell, B. Simzlilis, P. Buscemi, B. Brazzell. First Row: Miss Hollem, M. Countrymzm Cpresi- mlentl, M. Patrick fvice-presitlenll, C. Tuni- sou Qsecretaryl, E. Braclsteen Qtreasurerl, J. Rossi fSlurlenl Council representntivel. 74 1950 During the holiday season, sophomores decorate a Christmas tree in study hall 201. Shown help- ing with the trimming of this year's tree are Phyllis' Clark, Leota Shipman, Tom Glenny, Andy WiHtCl'C01'H, Maurice Patrick, and Beverly Hocking. Another project of the sophomore class this year was to send every teacher at West High a Christmas carfl. ln addition to their athletic teams, sophomores have their own cheerleading squad and a debate group. Students who rank high seholastically usher at the National Honor Society induction, and sophomore girls serve at the Publications Banquet. Among the outstanding scholars of this year's class were, standing, Edward Conklin and Jean Schoonmakerg seated, Mary Lou Miller, Velvin Wfatson, and .lane Herrmann. HOMEROOM 125-Top Row: R. Smith, P. Campbell, R. Schohinger, A. Reilley, J. Lawrence. Fourth Row: D. Thrall, E. Olson, B. Pederson, A. Brooker, R. Mule, R. Bus- eemi. Third Row: V. Watson, 0. Dull, Bev- erly Bates, Barbara Bates, J. DeBeneditto, B. Way, D. Clendening. Second Row: C. Jeliery, D. Gambino, M. J. Anderson, C. Hamilton, E. Gustin, J. Heath. First Row: C. Stevens fpresidentl, M. Bodda ftreasurerl, A. Wintercorn Qsecretaryl, D. Van de Wal- ker fStudent Council representativel, Miss Wliiting. HOMEROOM 214--Top Row: H. Brunner, J. Try, I. DalPra, M. Eicllelberger, E. Stiles, J. Palmer. Fourth Row: M. Gayle, H. Vin- ite, R. Perkins, S. Woods, A. Munson, R. Johnson. Third Row: M. Boken, N. Jones, R. Snyder, P. Tindell, O. Russell, B. Ogren. Second Row: A. Vant. R. Clements, T. Ar- bisi, M. Corey, R. Ace. Front Row: J. A. Herrmann fStudent Council representativel, M. Scone fsecrelaryl, J. Deill ftreasurerl, R. Kohlhagen fvice-presidentl, W. Capriola Cpresidentl, Mr. Saudargas. 75 190 Top Row: Nancy O'Connor-Junior Red Cross., homeroom secretary, Latin Club, Russel Parke -publieationsg Ronald Pennoek-swimmingg Lois Rudelius-GAA captain, 8-5-3, Latin Club. Bottom Row: Ronald Schaefer-football man- ager, basketball, Arlene Schmeling-Library Club, Jean Sclioonmaker-homeroom treasurer, Euclidean Circle, Latin Club, Mary Scene- Pan American League secretary, GAA. 76 HOMEROOM 226-Top Row: B. Boyer, S. Maldaikis, R. Pirrello, P. Scalrpetto. Fourth Row: M. Miller, R. Pennock, R. Connell, J. Nelson, J. Gitchel. Third Row: W. An- derson, J. Vince, P. Spickler, V. Lawson. R. Bull. Second Row: G. Dirks. E. Krischke, M. Hill, R. Anderson, R. Ritter, N. Bennett. First Row: D. Casey lu-easurerl, D. Fahl- beck lpresidentl, J. Axelson lseeretaryl, C. White lStudent Council representzxtivel, Mrs. Coxon. HOMEROOM 134fTop Row: L. Rinnldo, D. Mahan, R. Daugherty. B. Ferris, J. Crea- gon, R. Hess. Fourth Rmv: W. Vaughan. R. Denniston, M. Tortorici. D. Englund, H. Arnold, N. Pettit. Third Row: H. Carter, R. Gaziano, W. Bengston, P. Scott, M. Hull. B. Crouse. Second Row: Mr. Campisi, J. West, L. Corpuel, M. Bonjour. M. Mensen- kamp., P. Adams. First Row: D. Zinn ftreas- urerl, T. Paratore fpresiclentl, S. Collier IQStudent Council representativel, J. Stover isecretaryl, J. Kranish Cvice-presidenll. HOMEROOM 319 Top Row B Louder milk .l Boettner D Ward .l Perkins R Wlllllnl on Third Row .l Morgan B Kemp Second Row .l Holmes D Hol comb R Coxon E Rowe D Dolln R .lanobs Fzrst Row W Graham S TUFICIHHO fsecretaryl A Bezdek llrelsurerl M Stan berv lStud nl Counul representfltlvel C Sc-hlelcher lpresldentl M Nlbblo Mus Keeler W L-mglxanlp HOMEROOM 216 Top Row K CWIIIVCHI C MacKenzie N RCHIICII W Mullen R Anderson Fourth Row E Knight B M11 tocks M Collms A Brown B Smith Thlrd Row C Johnson H Plless B McEntee B bfnlters S Olson V Mlllard Seooml Row C Runywn C Reed B Lunclgren B Hahn P Bodell R Helnzeroth Front Row R Weber fpresldenll D DeCnrlo fvlcepresl denlj P Van Der Wall Csecretaryl P Clark lbtudenl Counm 11 representauvel Mr Wyellu Top Row Sally Small Pan Amerlcan League, GAA Joanne Sprlnver Eucllclean Clrcle, Pan Amerlcan League, .lean Stover sophomore treasurer, Soclal Arts Club Mary Lou Tullock Latln Club Bottom Row Mlke Vascellalo sophomore presldent, Conservation Club, Dollv XVakeIleld Y Teens treasurer, Euclldean C11' cle GAA ,lean Welsll-8 5 3 Club, Owl, Latln Club, CAA ,loan Wllute sophomore secret xry GAA vaptam 77 - s .Eff I- , ,:- , . 3 ' cv . t I -i U P . 3 I r v: K . . . ' 1. M . . . . ' ' D u I , I 9 9 1 ' . ' 1 l , l K 9 Q, , I u z D . , . - , . ' , . 'l X., . a . I ' : . ' , . Nelson, A. Chance, S. Day, P. Butler, V. . : . , . - , . , . , . z , . - '. .' ' : . ' , . , -. 1 1 N I s -1 - 1 v - ' ' e - . , . . . ' , . , . ,Z , , . . . - : . . z . , r 1 X r.' . . , , . , . , . , . . . I . . , . 1 ' , , . , . , . . : . r , . ', . , . W R W h . u Q -, . , . . , I ' . . . , . , . , . . , . , . ' . : . X , , . . I 5 ' 5 ' l h : , . . 4 L ,--n Ill All L2 L1 5- wg' U :E if ':: all 'Ill ll C2 Z L2 U I l I w - 'xx ff lv- :.,,.1 We Enjoy Our School Life CWA - - 29233 'J Student Council Discusses School Problems On alternate Mondays during the homeroom period, we find members of our Student Council discussing current problems of the students with Mr. James E. Rose, assistant principal, as the adviser. If a student is carrying at least three subjects, is passing in all, and is elected by his homeroom, he is eligible for member- ship in the group. Topics for discussion are brought before the members, and varied opinions and ideas are welcomed before a vote is taken. In this way, it is possible to legislate problems of the students through their representatives. The approval of the adviser and that of the principal are necessary before any plan is put into operation. To uphold the traditions of the school and to live up to the standards of past members of the organization are aims of the present representatives. By constantly following the causes they believe to be right and by feeling their responsi- bilities as a group of leaders, these students are able to direct others by example. Heading this organization are Jean Wllitellead, president, Jacqueline Rogers, vice presidentg Marilyn Mclntosh, secretary, and James Allaben, treasurer. Top Row: J. Ippen, J. Conklin, G. Kennedy, R. Schaffer, J. Hendricks. Third Row: G. Tondi, P. Clark, W. Kremeyer, D. Augs- burger, J. Mack. Second Row: L. Stone, M. Bartlett, B. Greenlee, A. Needham, B. Thorpe. Bottom Row: M. Mclntosh Qsecretaryl, P. Harris, J. W'eingartner, G. Johnson, J. Elam, Mr. Rose Cadviserl. Standing: J. Whitehead fpresidentl. 80 Plans Evenlng Sports Partles Every Month When we hear the Student Council mentioned, per haps the first tlllllg wluch enters our lnlnds IS the ldea of tl1e sports partles For two years, the West High Councll has sponsored an evening of recreatlon a month at our school ln cooperatlon Wltll East High Muldoon, and St Thomas On such occaslons, the gynls are open for haskethall, the pool, for swlmmlng, and the cafeteua., for dalllllllg Each one of these events has been a complete success wlth a large num her of students hom all four schools attending, conse quently, the plan wlll he contlnued Another project of thls student leglslatlve body 1S the Safety COl1IlC1l, this year headed hy .lanls Conklln The commlttee sponsored .1 dlSIJlHV of posters m the halls, cafeterla, and studv halls, as well as a IIIOVIC on the safety regu latlons of drlvmv In the sprmg of 1947 the Student Counexl staged lts first Talent Nlglltlg wlth acts fea tux mfr West Hlgll s own talent As thls productlon was so popular among the students, the councll plans to cans the ldea through every vear To add to then 11St of actlvltxes, the orgamzatlon arranges a pep rallv each year before the East West football game Top Row A Steffen T Arnett H Reufer D Caskey J Ross! Thzrd Row E Bo:-'melh F Mor e D Frlck M Stanbexy C Whxte Qecond Row A Magglo Jane Herrmann D Van De Walker S Colher L Shipman A Walsh Bottom Row Z Wells B Turner M Colloton P M.1tDoug-1ll J Ro ers fvlre presldentl J Allahen ftreasurell 81 O O . V l . f 9 9 U' 7 , a I ye . U . . - W . I V. , v ' - :. ,. ,. ,. ,. . :., ,. ,. s,. ,,. ',. . s. :. , ,. ,. ,. ,.. . :. ,. , . ,. .,. g . ,. . '. Euclidean Gives Melnbers Chance to Match Wits Organized at West in 194-1, our Euclidean Circle is sponsored by Miss Katherine Slade. We find this group meeting in 304 on alternate Mondays. To be- come a member of this club, a student is required to he in an advanced math class, such as plane geometry, solid geometry, third or fourth semester algebra, or trigonometry. Both a mathematical and a social group, the purposes of the organization are these: to promote interest in the study of mathematics, to af- ford opportunities for discussing unusual features of the subject, and to furnish an outlet for social interests of the members. Together the students who partici- pate in the organization have the opportunity to match their wits in the solving of intricate puzzles and optical illusions and to enlighten one another on mat- ters concerning the field of mathematics. The officers this year have been Robert Lindstrom, president, .loan Mack, vice president, Mary Lou Allen, secre- tary, and Maxine Schrieber, treasurer. Dorothy Dean has acted as our program chairman. Top Row: Miss Slade fadviserl, R. Ellena, D. Cronkrite, R. Bowen, K. Bull, .l. Johnson, R. 'Wilson Second Roux' B. Friedberg, .l. Schoonmaker, K. Krueter, R. Ishizaki, T. Malthaner, B. Burrows, N. Armstrong, V. Watson. Bottom Row: B. Simaitis, K. Sturm, .l. Mack Cvice presidentl, D. Wakefield, S. Miller, D. Dean, J. Secard, L. Farnham., R. Burgess. Standing: M. Schreiber ftreasurerl. 82 Picnic, Square Dance, Play Among Activities On March 19, our organization sponsored a Hcircle and square dance' which included both types of danc- ing. Held in the cafeteria, this event was a novel idea to West High, and the club members were enthusiastic in making plans. Some event of this kind is given every year 'by the circle. Another original idea was that of a mathematical play which we rehearsed be- tween semesters and presented at a February meeting. This humorous l'Mock Trial of A Versus B was given in an informal style and was well received by the members who did not take part. An interesting report on the part mathematics plays in the field of gambling was the feature at one of the meetings designed to show the dangers involved in that vice. We learned of the importance of that subject in card and dice games, in wheel games, and in betting. In the spring of every year, the club members always plan a picnic. As an educational device, it would please Euclid himself. Top Row: J. Goerlitz, J. Nordell, J. Powell, F. Whitlock, R. Searle, R. Brnttland, R. Burritt. Second Row: H. Whitield, Jane Herrmann, Jeanette Herrmann, C. Bolender, J. French, R. Lindroth, J. Cutler, C. Showalter, D. Fljozdal. Bottom Row: J. Norberg, J. Springer, J. Bruneni, J. Mund, M. Marshall., D. While, M. Allen fsecretaryl, C. Carl, S. Ralston, F. Nathan. Standing: R. Lindstrom fpresidentl . 83 Conservation Club Encourages Interest in Nature At 3:30 Monday afternoons, bi-weekly, many of us are gathered in room 309 for our Conservation Club meet- ings. Miss Marie Sauber is our adviser while our group officers are Sylvia Saeger, president, Eugene Whitney, vice president, Robert Ishizaki, secretaryg and Mary Kremeyer, treasurer. Although we were organized but one year ago, September, 1946, Conser- vation has one of the largest club enrollments in the school and is a very active organization. Our purpose is to promote an interest in conservation and science. but only an interest in science is required for mem- bership. Besides our alternate Monday meetings, most, of our tours, projects, and programs are held Friday nights or Sunday afternoons and evenings. As we are affiliated with the State Junior Academy of Science, we wear that organization's official pin, which is white, in the shape of the State of Illinois, with .lunior Academy of Science printed on it in gold. Also, we are in charge of the science show-case which is located on the third floor. Throughout the year various posters, such as one urging students to help preserve forests and prevent destructive fires, and decorative displays on wild life are exhibited to further empha- size the importance of conservation.', Background: P. Bender, J. Breon, S. Saeger fpresidentl, M. Dunlap, B. Peter, S. Brockman, D. Ramsey, M. Fame. Foreground: S. Ralston, J. Young, M. Smith, J. Cridley, I. Smith, F. Burrier, E. Whitney Qvice presidentl, J. W'ilson, R. Brattland, R. Lindroth, R. Ishiznki Qsecretaryl, R. W'ilson, Miss Sauber fadviserl. 84 Winter ACtlV1t16S Are Centered on Oul earlv fall actxvltles 1ncluded PICHICS at the Clly palks and a Halloween party The approach of win ter centered ou1 lnterest on the welfare of blrds therefore, with the cooperatlon of the State Depart ment of Conservatlon, ou1 eluh has llllllt hlrdhouses and orvanlzed expeditions for the purposes of blrd feedlnv Othei tilps we planned for observation of woods in wmter In December, Mlss Sauber, our ad vlser, Sy lvla Saeger, our presldent , and .lack Hagstrom, a Junior hiffh rnelnbel, attended a science meeting in ClllC3g0 where the Importance of Extra Currlcular Sclence ACt1N1t1CS to Science Talented Youth was dlscussed The most nnpoltant Spllllg project 15 tree 1 Y:- R I Welfare of Blrds planting, hut, in addition, we enjoy many expedltlons for the study of wlld flowers Another conference wh1cl1 representatives of our eluh attended was the State Academy of Sclence Conventlon 111 Benton, Ilh nols, on May 7 and 8 Our II1Cl11lJC1S prepared displays, such as flowers grown ln Cll6Il'l1C3lS, to CXll1lJ1t Among Natural Hlstorv Museum on North Main Street where we also held our Cllf1StHl3S party Guests often showed slldes and IIIOVICS on nature studles at ou1 meetlng, we reclprocated bv helping ln many capacities 1n the Audubon SCICCH Tours of the Rockford Nature Study Soclety Background .I Compton C Baumbach J Allahen J Clark N Lhalman M Bodch P Ryan Stnndlng P Burns W Shattuck B Coll L Cochran L Loftus Seated C Tondl B A Jones D Vm Barrlger 'VI Selnvsell R Bovd M Ixremever ftreasnrerl, P Pmozzw L Hoey C She lo S Perkins R Ferguson 85 I 'C 4 ,. -4 . A2711 - I fgif af: I D 7' - x a LQ Xt: N M A C 40 W X 3 f I l I l U I 4 I . ' U. ' L i A ' year-round activities are the potluck suppers at the . I V . k . I' . . I 1 . . .D u 1 . . I . . . H I . . . ' . . . . . . . Y. . . I 5, 1 I H .,'..':,, :1. ',.z.',t..'f,..,.', . i 't, . ,nr a,..' ', . . . ' Pan American Members Learn of Latin Neighbors We next visit the Pan-Ainerican Club which holds its regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month in room 220 with the adviser, Miss Lena Scandroli. The club is open to any student who is en- rolled in a Spanish class or who has studied Spanish for at least one year. Since the two-fold purpose of the organization is to further the understanding be- tween the Americas and to give the members of the club practice in speaking the language of our Latin- American neighbors, programs are conducted entirely in Spanish. During the course of the year, a variety of appropriate programs were presented. One activity highlight was the making by hand of Spanish Christ- mas cards, which were sold to members of the Spanish classes to gain money for the treasury. The club also held a candy sale conducted in Spanish during one of the meetings. Officers elected for the year were Mary McLaughlin, presidentg Rita lngrassia, vice presidentg Mary Scone, secretaryg and Louwane Burritt, treas- urcr. Top Row: S. Small, Jeanette Herrmann, Jane Herrmann, B. Friedberg, S. Woods, H. Morrison, S. Brown, N. Pagel, J. Gregory, J. O'Connell. Second Row: M. Arbogast, G. Stevens, C. Curl, J. Morgan, J. Secard, D. Hoel, J. Norberg, A. Lingle, C. Bliss. Bottom Row: S. Rassmussen, N. Chalman, M. Allen, P. Bradford, M. Shanhousc, B. Whil,e, R. Ingrassia fvice prcsidentl, L. Burritl ltreas- urerl, M. Scoue isecretaryl, M. McLaughlin ipresidentl. 86 Social Arts Club Sponsors Spring Style Show We are now entering the meeting room of the Social Arts Club of which Miss Angelyn T. Saporiti is ad- viser. Membership in this club is open to anyone in XVest who is interested in promoting better living and who would like an opportunity to practice the social graces. Officers are Angela Rondone, president, Mary Crescenzo, vice president, Lena Bortoli, treasurer, and Sue Ann Colin, secretary. The club is affiliated with the Future Homemakers of America. Those members who earn points by doing service in the club are privileged to wear the national pin or bracelet. Octagonal in shape, the pin bears the emblem of a house supported by two hands, symbolizing that the future homes of America are in the hands of the youth of the nation. The fifty-two active members of the club have planned many appropriate and enjoyable programs throughout the year. A cookie and candy sale composed one of the meetings, while another was a spring style show staged by students of the Clothing I class. Special events of the year consisted of a Hal- loween party. a Christmas party, and a picnic in the spring. Top Row: Miss Saporiti Ladviseri, B. Newman, W. Shepherd, C. Licari, V. Ciacone, B. Cardy, J. Boettner, D. DeCarlo, E. Pear- son, M. Dahlberg, R. Burgess, C. Jeffery, B. Hevrin. Third Row: D. Benjamin, S. Brockman, M. Fane, E. James, S. Turiciano, C. Burgess, L. K. Anderson, D. Rivera, C. Dobel, C. Helm. Second Row: V. Lawson, E. Lallosa, L. Ferri, H. LaRosa, M. Corey, P. Bodell, J. Holmes, B. Sassaman. First Row: J. Stover, J. Riley, J. Loser, L. Bortoli ftreasurerl, S. Colin fsecretaryi, M. Crescenzo Lvice presidentl, A. Rondone Cpresidenti. ii 'fdfip 87 ABL Furthers the Appreciation of Let us pay a visit to the ABL Club which meets on alternate Tuesdays in room 102 with Miss Elsie Beatty, adviser, to 'cfurther the appreciation of liter- ary work and public speaking, to advance the standard of intellectual and social culture, and to promote a feeling of good fellowship among the girls of the school. To be eligible for membership a girl must have completed her sophomore year, maintained a scholastic average of An or BQ, and be recommended by her English teacher. At tl1e end of each semester, members must have a specified number of points cm B-rim ...-- .. - ...- ... .. h ....... -- ..... 53 111-1 ..... ..- hm 'Q' ..... -J .fx- Literature which are obtained by attending meetings regularly and working on committees throughout the year. Annually the club sponsors an ABL award to an out- standing senior girl on the basis of character, leader- ship, and serviceg a bronze plaque with the winner's name is placed in the main hall. Also, the club pre- sents the school with a gift each year, and it gives the teachers of the English department May Day corsages. First semester officers were Eleanor Early, president, Alice Needham, vice president, Marilyn Mclntosh, secretary, and Janis Conklin, treasurer. Top Row: G. Dragunas, H. Whitfield, J. Williams, S. Rosengren, B. Bergonz, J. lppen, J. Roen. Fifth Row: M. Stumpf, B. Carlson, B. A. Jones, M. Marshall, R. Ingrassia, D. Fljozdal, J. Higgins. Fourth Row: M. Allen, E. Sabin, M. Crittenden, A. Dejong, M. Skol- rood, C. Emerson, M. Dunlap. Third Row: G. Wendell, E. Price, D. Kohlhurst, S. Corey, M. McLaughlin, C. Showalter. Second Row: M. Hocking, B. Sclxroeppel, B. Thompson, B. Young, L. Stone. First Row: A. Retsinas, G. Doty, 1. Conklin ttreusurerj, A. Need- ham Kvice presidenll. Standing: D. Wliite. 88 Theme for Annual Dance 44Finnigan's Frolicw One of the main projects of the ABL Club is the sponsoring of an annual dance, this year the club chose an Irish theme under the name of Finnigan's Frolicf' Open to all high school students, the dance was 'gdress up with Tony Cole and his orchestra pro- viding the music. Another project of the club this year was the sending of aid to a Philippine Island school which West High adopted. A program which never fails to he entertaining is the traditional initia- tion banquct. At these banquets, arranged twice a year, new members are initiated formally a11d inform- ally. At the beginning of the year, a program chair- man, Dorothy Wliite, was electedg her duties were to assign the members to committees and to give them ideas on the types of programs to be presented. After the short business meetings, a specified committee is then in charge of the program. Among the members of the club a literary contest was conducted with the winners, Doreen Dahl and Eleanor Early, being crowned a'Queen of Prose and uQueen of Poetry, respectively. The writing of letters with play titles and the guessing of book titles were other programs. Top Row: A. Hall, H. Morrison, C. Ralston, K. Eastman, M. Bainbridge, J. M. Bartelt. Fourth Row: C. Cochran, M. Enderle, E. Cone, J. Hall, B. Greenlee. F. Nathan, P. Buzzell. Third Row: P. MacDougall, E. Bartlett, A. Madison., J. Mclnnes, D. Meenen, M. Cronin. Second Row: P. Panozzo, P. Harris, J. Whitehead, J. Maynard, D. Dahl, M. Shcllenberger, M. Schrieber. First Row: D. Ma- han, S. Perkins, Miss Beatty fadviserl, M. Mclnlosh fsecretaryl. Standing: E. Early fpresidentl. 89 Forum Offers Opportunities for Taking a very active part in our extra-curricular pro- gram is the Forum Club. We find this discussion group holding regular meetings on alternate Tuesdays under the supervision of Miss Mary Carlson, repre- sentative of the English department, and Miss Irene Phillips, representative of thc social studies depart- n1ent. Originating in Rockford High School as an outgrowth of the Book Club, it later was found to duplicate the activities and purposes of the latter and was changed into a discussion organization, the name Forum, from the Latin word meaning meeting- Discussion place, was adopted. To he eligible for membership a student must he recommended hy an English or social studies teacher on these two characteristic points: interest in current problems of local, national, or international concern and willingness to participate in intelligent discussion of such topics as those men- tioncd. Serving us as oflicers have been Dudley John- son, Reed Searle, Patricia Harris, Erwin Bettinghaus, Stanley Blumenthal, and John Compton. Two out- standing speakers at club meetings were Rabbi Nleyer Marx and the Rev. J. Richard Sneed, D.D. Top Row: J. Conklin, J. M. Bartelt, M. Bartlett, N. Chalman, S. Perkins. Third Row: E. Carpenter, W. Jones, R. Pierce, H. Whil- field, J. Williams, D. Trout. Second Row: D. Kohlhurst, C. Sheslo, H. Berg, L. Stone, B. Greenlee, P. Lee, D. Schoonhoven. Bottom Row: L. Hoey, D. White, B. Bergonz, M. Enderle, E. Cone, M. Shellenberger, J. Weingartner. Standing: R. Searle Cvice presidentl. 90 'Y ' 1, FOR Prepares 'Qlunior Town Meeting To teach the principles and techniques of group dis- cussion as a democratic method of attempting to solve the problems which confront us is the primary func- tion of our Forum Club. In guiding young citizens who will become leaders, we aim to make them more well-informed, self-disciplined, contributive people of our frcc society. The way in which the group accom- plishes this is by actually taking part in discussions of current ailairsg in this way we are made to feel that we are a part of the world in which we live. As a major project of our program, we render a service to of the Airi' the school by sponsoring a Junior Town Meeting of the Air. In cooperation with the ABL and other organizations, we have arranged for supplies to be sent to a high school in the Philippine island of Luzon this spring. After receiving a letter from this school and realizing their dire need for our help., we were able to collect a number of books, pencils, paper. and other common supplies which our students in this country take for granted. Because Forum is basically a service club, we in the organization try to do our part to improve our school for others. Top Row: L. Lani, M. Stumpf. Third Row: D. WilS0ll, E. Sabin, C. Tondi, J. McLee, R. Butler. D. Peunock, J. Mclnnes. Second Row: E. Early, S. Corey, P. MacDougall, E. Bartlett, A. Hall, P. Pleuddeman, R. Shaw, Miss Carlson fadviserl. Bottom Raw: D. Meenen, K. Eastman, P. Harris Csecretaryl, E. Bettinghaus ttreasnrerl, S. Blumenthal, J. Compton, B. Carlson, C. Mittelstudt. Stand- ing: D. Johnson fpresidentl. 91 HI-Y 6799 Hi-Y Platform Consists of Four C C s On the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, one of the most popular organizations in our school, Hi-Y, holds its regular meetings. The original club was organized at Chapman, Kansas, in 1889 by D. F. Shirk, and in Rockford in 1923 at Rockford Senior High School. The purposes of the club are repre- sented by its platform, consisting of the four a'C's : Clean Speech, Clean Scholarship, Clean Sportsman- ship, and Clean Living. Any boy, after starting his second semester in high school, being recommended by four teachers, and feeling that the Hi-Y platform is worthy of his sincere support, may become a member of the organization after he has been accepted through a vote of the members. The high ideals of this organi- zation also are represented in the club emblem, which consists of a white cross on a red triangle. The triangle stands for service to others, the cross represents purity in thought and action, and the three sides stand for growth in mind, body, and spirit. Mr. Robert Dennis is the adviser of our group, and officers include Dave Peterson and Oscar Blackwell, senior' counselors, Glenn Anderson and Neil Santee, junior counselorsg and J im Conner, chaplain. These officers plan pro- grams of value to all members. Top Row: H. Jewelt H. Paris, R. Ellena, H. Miller, R. Keenan, R. W. Larson, D. Anderson. Sixth Row: K. Smith, C. Segalla, -J. Johnson, D. Borg, D. Pennock, L. Lani, F. Ridgwuy. Fifth Row: N. Santee icounselorl, R. Dall Osto, H. Vernetu, A. Tomenxllxe, R. Oliver. Fourth Row: D. Bruer, R. Lindstrom, R. Lindroth, W. Boston, G. Anderson icounselorl, C. Blanck, W. Jones, M. Dennis Qadviser-J. Third Row: 0. Blackwell fcounselorl, D. Augsburger, J. Allaben, D. Trout, H. Berg, J. Powell, R. Bowen, P. Pluedde- man. Second Row: A. Camlin, B. Cascio, R. Baker., R. Woods. First Row: P. Lee, J. Kilburn, J. Cutler, J. Bradley, C. Dickinson, K. Bull. 92 Boys Sponsor Dances and Fellowship Meetings Because of its large membership, our Hi-Y organiza- tion has many interesting activities throughout the yeari The informal dance held November 26 at the YMCA lodge on Rock River was enjoyed by members and their dates. Another event, also at the lodge, was the skating party on Thursday, February 12, which was attended by many couples. Other activities in which the boys participate include various movies shown at the meetings. At the fellowship meetings, which bring the boys together for physical recreation, members make use of our gymnasium and pool. On January 21 twenty-four seniors and juniors became members of Hi-Y at the first of two annual inductions. Bill Greenhow officiated at the ceremony during which the inductees were sworn in after repeating the Hi-Y oath. The Hi-Y emblem was explained by the chaplain, Jim Conner. Later in the spring a second induction took place as the main feature of a regular school assembly program. Since Hi-Y is an interna- tional organization, large group fellowships are planned in various sections of the country. This fall tl1e Northern Illinois clubs met in Freeport. Top Row: R. Stiles, J. Franklin, W. Eichelberger, J. Prather, S. Rebecca, J. Nordell, R. Bodda. Fifth Row: C. Blazer, H. Bannen, D. Berg, J. Woodward, C. Sheslo, R. Ferguson, J. Driscoll. Fourth Row: G. Johnson, D. Carlson, L. Schuneman, H. Dhuse, R. Eager, R. Searle, Mr. Wyeth tadviserl. Third Row: D. Peterson Ccounselorl, K. Haney, G. Robertson, D. Phelan, F. Van De Walker, J. Price, T. Arnett, B. Abuzzo. Second Row: J. Pence, J. Conner fchaplainb, W. Greenhow, A. Nicholas, W. Dewey, J. Compton. First Row: D. Pate, J. Colberg, V. Sympson, R. V. Larson, G. Kennedy, R. Agnew. 93 ' l 4 id 25?- I?l Y-Teens Work for Better Understanding of all Groups On the third day of our trip we come to the Y-Teens. Although connected with the school, we meet at the YWCA. Club meetings are on the first and third Wednesdays. Any girl in high school and interested in learningto work and play with others may join the group. T o grow as a person and to grow in friendship with people of all races, religions, and nationalities is the purpose of each Y-Teen member. Mrs. Bertha Vincent, school adviser, Miss Gwen Lindevall, pro- gram directorg and Mrs. Ann Frattasia, Miss Kay Jones, and Miss Ann Bill, Y-Teen advisers, direct activities. Senior officers of the club are Elaine Cone, president, Ann Hall and Barbara A. J ones, vice presi- dentsg Mary Kremeyer, secretary, and Donna Mahan, treasurer. Leaders for the juniors are Marlene Arbo- gast, president, Connie Carl, vice president, Jeannine Riley, secretary, and Barbara McCallen, treasurer. Sophomore ofiicers are .loanne Boettner, president, Carol Tunison, vice-president, Arden Markell, secre- taryg and Dolly Wakeneld, treasurer. During the 1947 summer three Y-Teen delegates attended the first National YM-YW High School Youth Conference. Top Row: B. Erickson, D. Shenberger, B. Shaw, P. Rennels, D. Weens, B. 'McKinney, J. Rogers. Third Row: C. Helm, G. Wendell J. Elam, M. Kremeyer isecretarylg P. Simms, B. Anderson, J. Clark, S. Brockman. Second Row: L. Barr, B. A. Jones Cvice presi- d IJ E. C ' ' ' en , one fpresidentl, D. Mahan ilreasurerl., A. Hall fVlC8 presidentl, P. Hannan. Bottom Row: G. Doty, M. Ippolito, M. Fane M. Lund, L. Reid. s 1 si .. -, HU . fw- w' 2 - u 94, Participate in Weekly Recreational Programs Many activities are sponsored by the Y-Teens includ- ing the Hi-Spot, a weekly co-ed recreational program in the Walnut Street Community Building. During the Christmas season, the girls had an Overseas Wrap- piugi' party, which resulted in the shipment of nine packages of clothing to foreign countries. Their an- nual Mitten Tree was laden with mittens and socks for children abroad. ln addition, the singing group went on a Caroling Party to the Illinois Convalescent Cottage and to the railroad station. An opportunity to learn ahout YW'CA girls in other countries and to share with them through money gifts was presented at the Worlrl Fellowship pot-luck supper. The Y-Teens participated in the all-association YWCA World Fel- lowship Christmas event and presented their gifts to the World Fellowship Fund. To becolne acquainted with girls from other countries, many Y-Teens have been writing to pen-pals this year. At regular meet- ings, the group has discussions on personal relations and preparation for marriage, family relations and youth problems, preparation for vocations, health and groomingg recreation, and a practical, personal, and social religion. Y-Teens have fine growing experi- ences at conferences during which they make new friends from other parts of the country and share ideas. Top Row: M. Smith, C. Carter, B. Pearson, B. Peter, D. Ramsey, M. Seinwill, .l. Colombo, C. Baumbach, L. Johnston, E. Wilitox. Third Row: D. Kellogg, D. Wakefield ftreasurerl, M. Bodda, J. Loser, D. Krivitskie, M. Allen, J. Bargren, E. Elmore, M. Wheeler, P. Ryan, N. Pagel, D. Farnham, S. Ralston, M. Johnson. Second Row: J. Boettner fpresidentl, E. Bradsteen, J. Cridley, V. Knapp, li. Hering, B. J. Thompson. Bottom Row: B. Travis, M. Swanson, V. Barr, J. Dyreson, C. Dobel, L. Shipman, C. Tunison fvice pres- identl. Desk: N. Chalman ftreasurerl, B. McCallen fvice presidentl, J. Riley tvice presidentl, C. Carl Csecretaryl. Standing: M. Arhogas! tpresidentl. --me 95 Junior Classical League Aids Greek School As our tour continues, we come to room 221 where members of the Junior Classical League, which fur- thers an interest in the Latin language and arts, are enjoying an entertaining program with Miss Anna Drichush, adviser. Any student interested in classical learning is eligible to membership in the club. Al- though the organization does not maintain a point system, projects and programs are planned success- fully through the cooperation of the adviser, officers, and members. This year the club, which meets on al- ternate Thursdays, elected the following officers: Oscar Blackwell, president, Charles Sheslo, vice presi- dentg Donna Puddicomhe, secretaryg and Toni Madi- son, treasurer. Sending aid, in the form of school supplies, to a needy school in Aperion, a village near Athens, Greece, was a project of the group this year. The Rev. John Gordon, D.D., of the Second Congrega- tional Church, had visited Aperion during his recent trip through Europe and presented an informative discussion on his many experiences in Athens and the surrounding area at one of the club meetings. Programs are based on ancient Roman traditions. Top Row: M. L. Smith, K. Sturm, M. Scifo, E. Crenherg, M. Budnck, J. Welclx, R. N. Ingrassia, M. Melin, P. Betlinghnus, J. Schoon- maker, C. Schleicher, M. Stern, N. Andress, R. Bunk, G. White. Third Row: E. Pohle, M. Mensenkamp, N. 0'Conner, M. Stanberry, S. Collier, C. Arnold, L. Rudelius, B. Pedersen, A. Thom. Second Row: G. Doble, B. Parker, F. Swanstrom. M. Tullock, B. Crouse. J. Mund, M. Suski, J. Breon, J. Young. Bottom Row: A. Madison ttreasurerl, D. Puddicomhe Csecretnryb, C. Sheslo fvice presidentl, R. Ishizaki, Miss Dricbnsh fadviserl, B. Carlson, P. Henbest, D. R. Peterson, C. Morrenl. 96 Entre Nous Members Observe French Customs ln room 222 the French club, Entre Nous, has a social meeting every second Thursday and a business meet- ing once a month. Cynthia Ralston, president, con- ducts the business meetings, assisted by Anna Lee Cavan, vice president, Alice Delong, secretary, and Genevieve Wendell, treasurer. At our Mardi Gras on February ll we crowned a King and Queen. There also were side shows, dancing, and, of course, the pop corn and hot dogs of a real carnival. Other activities of the year have been a candy sale for French Relief, a French movie, a traditional Christmas party, and a program on French music. To assist the French I class in a food drive for the starving children of France, we helped collect the twelve boxes of canned goods that were sent. To develop interest in the coun- try of France and its people and to give students op- portunities to converse in that language are purposes of the group. The club was organized many years ago at Central High where it was French club. A few years ago thc members decided to rename it 6'Entre Nousf, a term which means Among Ourselvesf' Any- one in high school with an elementary knowledge of French is eligible to become a member. Miss .lean Zacker, language instructor, is the club's adviser. lf we are fortunate, we may enjoy delicious refreshments at this stop. Top Row: S. Perkins. M. Cronin, D. Frick, C. Arnold, A. Rich, R. Boyd, J. Rogers, B. Young. Third Row: M. B. Sanders, J. Mc- Lee, N. Bennett, J. Brewster, E. Knight, M. Langley, M. Needham, G. Thayer. Second Row: J. Howell, N. Cain, F. Nathan, E. Sabin, R. Osterhaul, M. Powell, M. Bartlett, E. Elmore. Bottom Row: S. DiRaimando, J. Johnson, .l. Bond, Miss Zacker fadviserl., C. Ral- ston lpresidentl, L. Cavan Cvice presidentj, A. Delong Csecretaryl G. Wendell Qtreasurerl. 97 Future Teachers Recruit Members for Profession Meeting whenever possible in order not to conflict with other activities, our West High branch of the Future Teachers of America gets together only six or eight times yearly. The reason for this, as Mrs. Theo- dora Coxon, adviser, explained, is that girls interested in teaching are the ones most active in other organi- zations of the school. To inform members on the training they must have and the rewards they may ex- pect in this field and to encourage the better students to enter the teaching profession are the main func- tions of our FTA. The organization leaders urge us to have a purpose in life, to strengthen that purpose by action and perseverance, and to acquire knowledge and skills beneficial to our future lives. During the year we have heard talks on different phases of educa- tion, such as the following: visual education, grade school teaching, need for teachers, and home econom- ics careers. Although the national group was formed in 1938 by the National Education Association, our local group did not come into existence until 1943. This year's oiiicers are Marilyn Marshall, president, Lucille Stone, vice president, Virginia Evanson, sec- retaryg and Alice Delong, treasurer. From this group should come many future Rockford teachers. Back Row: .l. Morgan, P. Gibson, D. Weens, S. Collier, J. Reitsch, R. Ingrassia, S. Brockman. Second Row: D. Wliite, J. Johnson, M. Knop, J. Schoonmaker, W. Kremeyer, R. Karriker, P. Parker, T. Arbisi. Bottom Row: Mrs. Coxon iadviserl, L. Stone Qvice presidentl, N. Chalman, M. Menskamp, V. Evanson fsecretaryl, M. Marshall fpresidentl, A. Delong ftreasurerl, M. Fame, Mr. Blue fprincipall. 98 8-5-3 Stimulates Interest in Social Studies To promote an interest in social studies and fellow- ship among students is the aim of our 8-5-3 Club as stated by Miss Edith Wliiting, adviser. Among the interesting programs for our meetings on alternate Thursdays has been one in which the Rev. John Gor- don, D.D., talked on experiences of his European trip in the summer of 1947. A unique idea for a Christmas program was instituted by 8-5-3 as we presented pageants and pictures, produced by our own members, showing scenes of Christmas celebrations in Italy, Sweden, Holland, and other foreign countries. As projects this year and last, we sponsored a group of Chamber of Comme1'ce speakers to tell students about Rockford industries, history, and possibilities for ad- vancement. Also, our organization received certificates of participation from the Winnebago Farm School and the Children's Convalescent Home for toys, games, and magazines which we sent them. Organized in 1902 in Rockford High School, 8-5-3 stands for H-his- tory, E-economics, and C-Civics, respectively. First semester officers were Marilyn Mclntosh, president, ,lean Weingartner, vice presidentg Jean Whiteliead, secretary, and John Compton, treasurer. They di- rected the packing of many boxes for needy persons. Top Row: D. Borg, R. Ellena, H. Paris, D. Phelan, A. Ware, P. Henhest, B. Carlson, T. Malthaner. Fourth Row: C. Clark, M. Marsh- all, J. Elam, S. Erickson, J. Mclnnes, B. Erickson, R. Lindroth. Third Row: N. Armstrong, K. Eastman, K. Culhane, J. Ridgeway, J. Hall, E. Hoffman, H. Retzlaif, M. Kremeyer. Second Row: R. Ishizaki, A. Retsinas. M. Shellenberger, D. Mahan, P. Harris, D. Vallor- ligara, S. Calamari, M. Lund. Bottom. Row: J. Whitehead fsecretaryl, J. YVeingartner Cvice presidentl, J. Compton ftreasurerl, M. McIntosh fpresidentj, Miss Whiting Cadviserl, J. Allaben, L. Bortoli, R. Lindstrom. 99 Camera Club Teaches Photography Fundamentals Here is a newcomer to our school, the Camera Club. Throughout the year its members have been learning to develop their own pictures and to enlarge them. First they were taught to find interesting subjects for their pictures. Many field trips were taken on which the ushutterbugsi' looked for nature studies to pho- tograph. After an unusually heavy snowfall they went to Sinnissippi Park and took many shots of the pine trees laden with snow and of the students toboggan- ing. A dark room has been provided where members may study enlargements and negatives and make their own pictures. Much use has been made of the equip- ment available. A contest for the best picture taken by a student was one of the activities this group spon- sored during the year. Last year, upon the request of several amateur photographers, the club was or- ganized with Mr. Tom Horrall as adviser. Require- ments for membership are an interest in learning about the parts of the camera, in taking better pic- tures, and in learning to develop one s own pictures. Meetings are held every second Thursday of the month. Charles Fiduccia, president, Oscar Blackwell, vice president, Susan Waggoner, secretaryg and Ann Rich, treasurer, compose the slate of officers. Top Row: K. Tinsley, A. Stern, F. Burrier, J. Gridley, W. Kremeyer, S. Waggoner Qsecretaryl, C. Fidnccia fpresidentl. Bottom Row: Mr. Horrall fadviseri, D. Krivitskie, R. Bunk, P. Adams, .l. Riley, J. Loser, A. Rich ftreasurerl. 100 Commercia Acquaints Members A stop over has been arranged for us at the Commer- cia Club which meets on alternate Thursdays in room 203 with Mrs. Loretta Hiestand, adviser. To bring a closer relationship between the business world de- mands of today and the business courses offered in the curriculum is the purpose of this club, in addition, it furthers an interest among the commercial students in friendly meetings. Among the many entertaining programs planned this year was a trip to several Mil- waukee business conccrns. Other programs consisted of tours through thc Illinois Bell Telephone Company With Business World and the Winnebago County Jail. Mrs. Jean Sawyer, office manager of the Pioneer Life Insurance Company and Detective Sgt. Howard Brewer gave informative talks at club meetings. Sponsoring a Sports Party was one of the main projects. Also tl1e Commercia Club raised money for school supplies to be sent to Europe. Officers serving this year include the follow- ing: Lillian Daugirda, presidentg Tony Spataro, vice presidentg Beverly Born, secretaryg and Leonard Bunk, treasurer. Through club activities, members gain a better understanding of their future positions. Standing: J. Higgins, B. A. Jones, S. Rosengren, M. Kremeyer, L. Bunk ftreasurerj, E. James, J. Cooper, J. Elam, L. Reid, W. Wilcox, M. Lund, J. Hendricks, Mrs. Hiesland fadviserl. Seated: L. Daugirda Cpresidentl, B. Born Csecretaryl, E. Aase, T. Spataro Cvice presidentl, B. Erickson. I 101 DEBATE Varsity Debaters Have Successful Season Our tour now brings us to the varsity debate-team. This year's first semester squad was under the direc- tion of Miss Joanne Rifeg and upon her resignation in January, Mr. Charles Espy took charge of the team. Senior varsity debaters were Dudley Johnson, Erwin Bettinghaus, and Elizabeth Bartlett, juniors were Stanley Blumenthal, Robert Shaw, Lorraine Hoey, Geraldine Tondi, and Laverne Lani. At both the Elgin and the East Rockford invitational tournaments, we tied for second place. At the Big Eight conference meet held at Elgin, West tied with East Rockford for fifth place in debate and captured the trophy in the original speech contest, with Dudley Johnson iirst in extemporaneous speaking and Erwin Bettinghaus third in original oratory. These speakers both placed second in the same events at the district and sectional IHSA contests to become eligible for the state contest at Urbana on April 16 and 17. New Trier, first in the sectional, and West Rockford, second, entered the 1948 state debate tournament which was won by New Trier in 19416 and West Rockford in 1947. On the 1947 State Championship team, Elizabeth Bartlett, then a junior, debated with Dolores Strong, Alfred Makulec, and Hunter O. Cutting, members of the class of 1947. Erwin Bettinghaus, Elizabeth Finkenstadt, Dudley Johnson, and Reed Searle were alternates. Standing: L. Lani, R. Shaw, R. Butler, N. Chalman., Miss Rife fadviserl, E. Bettinghaus. Seated: C. Tondi, L. Hoey, S. Blumenthal, H. Berg, D. Johnson, R. Searle. 1 1 1 7 N 7' N ,,.ff--1 'if Q5 ' , , . .. 1? M fi .1 102 lf ' B n j 0 L,.xiKJ'5 Sophomores Participate in Practice Tournaments Sophomore debaters have made a good showing again this year. A great deal of experience is achieved by practice debates, which provide the training needed for students to become good varsity debaters. At East High School on December 3 sophomores took part in a practice meet which included East and West Rock- ford, Freeport, and East Aurora. On April 10 all soph- omore debaters participated in the Sophomore Debate Tournament at East Aurora, and the latter part of the month they debated at the Elgin Invitational Meet. Members of the team are Beth Hanna and Arden Mar- kell, affirmative, and Eileen Bradsteeu and Carol Tunison, negative. In order to obtain money to finance their debate trips and to purchase reference material, all debaters work in the checkroonis at basketball games. For success in debate one must be willing to write and re-write speeches, to read numerous articles on the debate topic of the year, to take copious notes on both aiiirmative and negative arguments, and to practice speeches and rebuttals repeatedly. Members learn quickly how to develop their speaking and ar- gumentation. Standing: E. Beltinghaus tseniorl, T. Johnson, Miss Rife ladviserj. Seated: A. Markell, B. Hanna, C. Tunison, M. Miller. -1 31.1 -ik. ff' 103 Library Assistants Help to Find A club that has no ofiicers and meets every day is next on our itinerary. Students who volunteer to work for this group devote one hour a day to assist Miss Mary Davis, librarian, in the library. Among their varied duties are helping other students find suitable books, checking books in and out of the library, sending overdue notices, and replacing books on the shelves after the patrons have returned them to the desk. Other responsibilities are sending library admits to the study halls, counting circulation, and mailing checks. In order to remain on the board we must have at least a HC average in our studies. Members of the LIBR RY References board sponsored picnics both in the fall and in the spring. Always they keep students informed on new books by posting colorful book jackets. Just before Christmas the members arranged a holiday bulletin board and set up a miniature scene of Bethlehem on a large table. Library helpers receive a bronze pin, a silver pin, or a gold pin, showing one, two, and three years of service, respectively. The emblem of the club consists of a large 4'R', to represent Rockford, an open book to symbolize the library, and a small W on the left leaf of the book to represent West Senior High School. Top Row: A. Schmaling, M. Miller, J. Morgan, C. Meads, J. McNeilagc. B. Mason. Second Row: C, Plock, M. Hunt, M. Pearson, R. Bust-emi, N. Bennett, B. Sassaman. Bottom Row: Miss Davis Clibrarianl, M. 'Wolfoi-d, D. Mumma, J. Bargren, S. Gruncr, A. Tice. 1. Cook, Mrs. Harris Qassistant librarianl. Z N-4 104 4:9 T RED CROSS Red Cross Council Sponsors Sehoolwide Drive MI Serve is the Red Cross Couneil's motto. During homeroom period the officers, ,lim Allaben, ehairmang Ralph Woods, vice chairmang and Mary Lou Allen, secretary, oflieiate at the called meetings. On the fac- ulty committee are Miss Angelyn T. Saporiti, chair- man, and Miss Elizabeth Pearson and Miss Mildred Greenlee. Club leaders acquaint the representatives with Red Cross activities and give them an opportu- nity to participate in the organization's work. At the first of the year, the nineteen council members, with the help of students from Miss Elizabeth Pearson's Speech 1 class, visited each of our forty-four home rooms to acquaint us with the schoolwide membership drive. The theme of this year's Red Cross Roll Call was 46We Care To Share. West students, contributing 31S172.03, met our goal of 100 per cent enrollment. Preceding the roll call this year, two assemblies were presented by the council. The Rev. Jack Mendelsohn, Jr., described his experiences in war-torn Europe dur- ing a summer tour. At Christmas time the council, working through the home rooms, conducted a school- widc Christmas tree ornament drive. Also, at Christ- mas Miss Floy Dentleris art classes made 100 Christ- mas cards to be distributed to hospitalized veterans for their personal use. All our activities have met with success this year. Top Row: R. Stiles, J. Hiestand, Miss Greenlee ffaculty committeel, A. Sheldon, R. Woods iviee chairmanl, C. Tunison, D. Caskey, R. Bowen, N. 0'Conn0r, Miss Saporiti lfuculty committee ehairmanl, Miss Pearson ifaculty eommitlcel. Second Row: M. Allen lsevre- taryl, D. Englund, J. Young. J. Allahen Cchairmanl, E. Aase, G. Stevens, S. Wzlrller. Bottom Row: L. Bortoli, M. Crittenden, M. Bartlett, M. Powell. Z 105 CHOR L Madrigals Promote Excellent Public Relations As we approach the southeast corner of the second floor any Tuesday or Thursday morning before school, we find the Modern Madrigals practicing under the baton of their director, Mr. Floyd Ohlson. Mem- bers of this group, which was organized in 1942, com- bine their singing talents in order that they may work into a well-balanced organization, enjoy themselves while singing the songs they like to sing, and provide entertainment for others, both in school and about the city. An organization such as this one requires of each member cooperation and willingness 'to devote limitless time and effort. Besides these essentials, each vocalist must have the ability to sing both independ- ently and with the group. In addition to their per- formances at schools, the young singers promote excel- lent public relations by appearing before various civic organizations. On request, the Modern Madrigals have often presented special numbers at West High Band concerts. Each year both spring and fall picnics are enjoyed at the cabin of Mr. Paul S. Conklin. Top Row: R. E. Golf, R. Locklin, E. Milroy, G. Robertson, D. Trout, W. Greenhow. Bottom Row: D. Wilsoxx iaccompanistl, A. Relsinas, S. Perkins, J. Ippen, B. Shaw, P. Harris, M. Johnson. 106 A Cappella Sings Sacred, Secular, Folk Music Our circle tour now takes us to the A Cappella Choir which meets daily in the choral room with Mr. Floyd Ohlson, director, to sing sacred, secular, and folk music. Because the main purpose of the club is to maintain a well balanced choir which will present programs throughout the year, every member must have the ability to carry a part independently, sing in pitch with a pleasing voice, and, above all, possess a cooperative spirit. Every year the choir participates in the Christmas program, May Festival, National Honor Society induction, and Baccalaureate service. ln addition, the choir presents an annual concert and represents West High School in performances with the Rockford Civic Symphony and at church gather- ings. Among the many social activities of the year are the spring and fall picnics and the fall and mid-semes- ter candlelight initiations of new members. Olficers for the year were Bob Locklin, president, Alice Ret- sinas, vice president, Beverly Shaw, secretary, and Lucille Stone, treasurer. Top Row: R. A. Golf, R. Fry, D. Trout, C. Robertson, R. Jacobsen, J. Conner, B.'Janohsen, R. Schmeling, T. Arnett, C. Blanck, F. Coff- man, L. Schuneman, R. Van Aken, C. Nepean, R. E. Goff, A. Gulisano, R. Lindroth. Third Row: D. Strote, D. Robertson, J. Ippen, D. Puddiconlbe, J. Springer, W. Greenhow, W. Boston, F. Manarchy, J. lppolito, G. Marquette. R. Locklin fpresidentj, J. Harvey, C. Kraner, D. Fljozdal, B. Greenlee, P. Harris, S. Turiciano, R. Karriker. Second Row: J. Rogers, J. Stover, J. Norberg, J. Schoon- maker, M. Stumpf, V. Bergeron, B. Ogren, J. Fitz, A. Westberg, J. Ridgeway, E. Helman, G. Kuhlow, M. Johnson, M. Lund, V. Kemp. Bottom. Row: A. Retsinas Cvice presidentl, M. Thompson, J. Howell, C. Baumhach, S. Perkins, L. Corpuel, S. Seeger, L. Hoey, J. Higgins, B. Shaw fsecrelaryl, E. Allen, L. Stone Ctreasurerj. 'i ? I J- ' '7 ' ? .' 'i VU' , ' .2 'fi fp, ,ij . V -. A ' . . .,-I., ,rigging-ff? .-af .V .- gf - , - -'H ' 2' 1' 2 f . A f -1' .ff . fs- - .1 ' , 1 ' - L 2 ' . V Y.-.1 Y. , V - I K 1 , 1 V I., 1 3:2 - 1 - J, N . 4516-'I--.as 3 . . , ,. J C it-...gulls .-.'22....f-1 - 4 ..,, 1. 107 Girls' Glee Club Active in Musical Productions Despite our busy schedule, we remain in the choral room for an hour with the Girls' Glee Club, which meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Di- rected by Mr. Floyd Ohlson, this organizationis main purpose is to give girls an opportunity to sing together for their own enjoyment and to render a service to the school by helping in the production of the Christ- mas program, the operctta, and the May Festival. Sup- plying most of the chorus personnel of The Mocking Bird, members of the club enjoyed working together after school and during the sixth hour. By being able to feel they were a part of the show, vocalists were well repaid for all the effort and time which was spent at rehearsals. Elected in September, the officers this year have been the following: Patricia Rennels, presi- dentg Doris Meenen, vice presidentg Eva James, sec- retary, and Dorothy Wliite, treasurer. Because the task of distributing and collecting music is an arduous one, the girls also elected Angela Bufalo and Ruth Ingrassia to serve as librarians. Top Row: B. Coil, M. Seinwell, M. Champion, J. Conklin, P. Carroll, B. Peter, H. Morrison. Fourth Row: P. Bourgo, B. Erickson, L. Reid, V. Giacone, E. Pearson, H. Ulrich, L. Ferri. Third Row: P. La Fasto, D. White Ctreasurerl, A. Bufalo flibrarianl, P. Smith, N. Chalmnn, M. Rossow, J. Purtch. Second Row: B. Thompson, R. lngrassia Clibrarianl, M. Knop, P. Rennels fpresidentl, A. Lin- gel, C. Palmero, D. Meenen fvice presidentl, E. James fsecretaryi. Bottom Row: N. Cain, J. McNeilage, L. Sanders, M. Shanhouse, B. J. Jones. 108 Boys' Glee Members Enjoy Group Singing As we look into the music room during sixth hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays, we find the Boys' Glee Club in practice with their director, Mr. Floyd Ohlson. This popular activity gives those boys who have the ability to sing and some knowledge of choral music an opportunity to use their talents in a form of recreation and still as a service to the school. The group was originally known as the Treble Clef Club at Rockford High school where it was first organized by Miss Flo- rence Ely. This year the four officers chosen to repre- sent the group were Frank Sparacino, presidentg Ralph Blanck, vice presidentg J im Cutler, treasurerg and Bob Gustafson, secretary. Most important and most eagerly anticipated of all perforlnances by the organization was the 194-8 operetta, 'The Mocking Bird. ln addition, they sang in the annual Christmas assembly and the May Festival. Outside of school hours the boys plan enjoyable social activities in order to become better acquainted. Among these events this year have been a fall party and a spring picnic. Top Row: R. Gustafson fsecretaryl, R. Smith, D. Bruer, K. Whitney, P. Larsen. Second Row: R. Campbell. K. Fenelon, L. Dickson., C. MacKenzie, L. Ciamalva., F. Sparacino tpresidentj. Bottom Row: C. Smith. S. Nelson., A. Spataro, L. Larson, L. Barber, J. Bradley. 109 Melody Participates in Several Our group, Melody Club, was organized in 1944 by Miss Hilda Humphreys, former West choral director, to help us receive more enjoyment from singing. For Melody, we meet every Thursday and Friday, during the fourth hour in room 219 with Mr. Floyd Ohlson, our vocal director. As our club is an intermediate choral group, most of us have had some experience in other vocal organizations. ln tryout we must prove we have good voices and some ability as independent singers, as both are requirements for Melody Club School Programs membership. Elected as our group ofiicers are Diane James, presidentg Paula Kolata, vice presidentg Patsy Devine, secretary, and Carolyn Graham, treasurer. Our yea1 s activities include participation in the Christmas assembly and other school programs. The annual May Festival is one of the most important school functions in which our group takes part. On the lighter side, another special activity is our spring picnic. Many of us receive enough experience in Mel- ody Club to be able to sing three-part songs. Top Row: M. Lillie, J. Benjamin, B. Crouse, M. Melin, S. Woods, B. Nelson, D. Foster. Second Row: J. Bond, J. Anderson, M. Tan- ner, M. Swanson, G. Wliile, C. Showalter, P. Devine Qsecretaryl. Bottom Row: C. Beach, A. Oslerhaut, E. Sabin, A. Rondone, J. Johnson, D. James lpresidentl, T. Tarara. 110 .. VCD Off-J. X , W Mixed Chorus Members Learn Fundamentals During our tour we notice that one room is constantly buzzing with activity, that room is 219 where Mr. Floyd Ohlson., vocal director, guides the many musical organizations. In order that students with less experi- ence in singing have an opportunity to belong to a vocal organization, the Mixed Chorus was organized. This group is very helpful to many of us who have not had choral training., as it does not require a voice try- out for membership and is open to anyone interested and willing to work for improvement. Monday prac- tices are devoted to the boys, Tuesday, to the girls, and Wednesday, to the combined group. Then, too, chorus enables us to advance to an intermediate musi- cal group as we learn vocal fundamentals. Our ollicers for the current year include Lois Barr, president, Lor- raine Waisner, vice president, ,lack Kilburn, secre- tarY3 Johann Colombo., treasurer, and Geraldine Flint, manager. Among the school activities in which we participate are the annual Christmas assembly and the May Festival. As chorus members, we learn that members of a successful singing group must have respect for others. Top Row: R. E. Warren, J. Wilkins, M. Lillie, M. Clay, L. Waisner fvice presidenll, L. Barr fpresidentl, L. Barber. Second Row: D. Robertson, B. Wilson, F. Taylor, B. Newman, G. Flint Qmanagerl, B. Lundgren, J. Kilburn fsecretaryl. Bottom Row: J. Fritz, P. Vander Wall, P. Hzmnan, J. Colombo itreasurerl, R. Morris, J. Loser. 111 GRCHESTR We En oy Music I Each morning, for first hour, many of us tread three flights of stairs toward the far north corner of West to the spacious orchestra room where Mr. .lune E. Bor- nor, director, is awaiting our arrival. The group is composed of familiar veterans, the seniors, median veterans, the juniors, and new recruits, the sopho- mores. All of us joined the orchestra because we like music and have the ability to play an instrument, the organization's only requirements. The purpose of our orchestra, which was organized in 1915 by Mr. Bornor at Rockford High School, is to teach the best playing knowledge in musical literature. Since we meet daily, orchestra work rewards us further by granting us school credits and enabling us to better our ability and to improve our appreciation of fine music. R. Eager, J. Doyle, N. Andress, J. Whitehead, E. Bartlett. Standing: M. Mclntosh, D. Nvilson, C, Pluck, J. Breon, P. Butler, J. Lupo. Fourth Row: M. Marshall, D. Kolilhurst, N. Armstrong. J. Mclnnes, B. Hocking, A. Wintel'col'n, E. Bartholemew. A. Tice, D. Fairley, J. Almquist, A. Buss. P. Burns, K. Krueter. Third Row: R. Cady, M. Wheeler, C. Carl, C. Cochran, D. Sennefl, M. O'Dell, R. Shaw, E. Early lpresidentl, .l. Cherry, J. Stangeland. Second Row: T. Krauss, P. Fisher, P. Naill, M. Hocking Clibrarianl, J. Todd, R. Holmquist. A. Hall, D. De Carlo. Front Row: R. Eager, E. Bartlett fsec- retaryl, M. Miller, J. Hodgdon. , . -.1 - t. 1-- ., 1 .. ..-.. ' ' 2 L, ' - , -1 S' ' - My 1 ' , -X - ,, ,wtf .,.-.,--: ns I A Ni I - 4 ' 'H ' 53, Lg:,,,,,M,,., M . , . ...N Hr...-. f ,, ... H.-- . ' 112 Have Full Schedule Immediately after school begins, we hold our annual fall tea for new members. This pleasant, informal introduction makes newcomers feel nat home. As part of our regular activities, we play at numerous assemblies throughout thc year. Two vcry important programs in which we participate are the Christmas Concert and the colorful May Festival. We also arc seen at all the class plays, providing music before the curtain rises, between acts, and following thc per- formances. In addition to the plays, we furnish musi- cal background for the operctta. One of our winter extra-curricular parties is the traditional picnic. As our director, Mr. Bornor, is also orchestra director at East High School, many of our programs are com- bined, including our yearly concert and banquet. E. Early, A. Hall, J. Almquist, C. Canon, J. Cherry. Standing: Mr. Bornor fdirectorl, E. Wilcox, M. Spinello, C. Meuds, J. Weingartner, S. Blumenthal. Fourth Row: R. Reitsch, S. Wright, G. Dickinson, S. Corey, R. Cherry, M. L. Smith, D. Smucker, N. Andress, P. Imbert, G. Thompson. Third Row: M. Skolrood, I.. Loftus, M. Dunlap, C. Canon, J. Gahm, M. Scifo, B. Carlson, R. White, S. Rosengren. Second Row: C. Sheslo, D. Ramsey, J. Doyle, F. Morse, S. Collier. Front Row: P. Gibson, J. Whitehead. 113 R. Cherry, A. Johnson, J. Compton, E. Milroy. AN Members Cooperate The strains of music which we hear floating clown from the third floor during the sixth hour every day originate from the band room. Our West High School Concert Band, directed by Mr. George VV. Trumbull, was organized in 1907 in Rockford Central High School. To become a member of this organization, one must have the ability to play a musical instru- ment and pass required tests of musicianship, atti- tudes of co-operation and willingness to practice also are essential qualities. As a reward for maintaining a NB average one semester, for passing a third class musicianship test, and for earning a minimum of ten honor points hy attending performances, a hand mem- ber earns the right to wear a letter. Top Row W. Bengston, D. Krusemeier, R. Harlan, P. Smallwood fpresidentl. Third Row: B. Bruer, J. Lawrence, R. Jacobs, F. Patrick, D Mahan R. Coxon, K. Bull, R. Melters, W. Bauer. Second Row: R. Higgins, R. Brady. L. Yardley, W. Kudzma, H. Brewer, R. Brooks, W V'1u,,l1n, F. Manarchy, A. Chambers. Bottom Row: D. Englund, J. Cooper fvice presidenll. N. Santee, D. Phelan, R. Bet-kstrom. In Many Programs To generate school spirit among the students at pep- rallies and games and to provide an outlet for the musical talents of all members is the two-fold pur- pose of our hand. Throughout the school year, our hand participates in assemblies and civic parades, plays for athletic contests and the annual Sacred Con- 1 cert, and presents a concert of its own in the spring. Another activity in which the boys take part is the operetta at which most of them usher in uniform. A traditional event presented hy our hand is their yearly dance. The first semester officers this year were Paul Smallwood, president, James Cooper, vice presi- ' dent, Clifford Gray, secretary, and Richard Larson, treasurer. Q R. Metters, W. Bauer, J. Wigell, R. Larson. Top Row: J. Wigell. R. Larson ftreasurerl, Mr. Trumbull Qdirectorl, C. Cray tsecretaryl, J. Allaben fdrum majorl. Third Row: D. Strote, J. Voedisch, R. L. Peters, J. Compton, R. Cherry, A. Johnson, E. Milroy. Second Row: J. Willfong, R. Butler, M. Tortorise, R. Bauer, A. Delia, R. Oij, R. Winters. W. Tudor, N. Rcmich, S. Bloomquist. Bottom Row: P. Pleuddeman, J. Nordell, R. Burritt, R. Petit, R. Runrl, R. Bowen. 115 CQ 99 R Club Promotes Fellowship Among Athletes On our daily travels through the school we often see our athletes in their bright red letter sweaters. Most of these boys also have the red and black R Club pin which they wear proudly. HR Club is one of the oldest organizations in our school. Organized at Rockford Central High School by Mr. Charles Beyer, Mr. Arthur Lundahl, Mr. James Laude, and Mr. Clarence Muhl in 1927, the club,s present adviser is our varsity football coach, Mr. Milo Willson. The oiiicers include boys well known for their services to our school as well as for their athletic ability: Dave Peterson, president, Gordy Johnson, vice president, Sam Rebecca, secretary, and ,lim Conner, treasurer. A boy is eligible for membership if he has earned a letter in some branch of athletics and then continued activity in the sport in which he earned his letter. The four main purposes of the club are first, to pro- mote good fellowship among our athletes, second, to take an active part in our school activities, third, to do some service for the good of the schoolg and fourth, to foster a wholesome attitude toward our rival schools, Top Row: D. Borg, P. Fisher, H. Bannen, R. Stiles, D. Pennock, D. Augsburger. Second Row: J. Cutler, C. Anderson, R. Woods, J. Franklin, R. Dall Osto, R. Wharton. Bottom Row: Mr. Willson ladviserl, V. Sympson, K. Fricke, W. Dewey, R. Baker, R. Strleby, W. Jones, G. Johnson Cvice presidenll. 116 Lettermen Usher at All Home Basketball Games During the basketball season, one of the regular mes- sages we hear over our public address system on Wed- nesday afternoons is that all R Club ushers should check their assignments for that week's game. One of the most important services of the R Club mem- bers is that of ushering at all the home basketball games. In addition to this service, the members also assist at the track meets in the spring, keep score for various athletic tilts, and encourage a high standard of sportsmanship among the students. Although the club has no regular meetings, special sessions are called by Mr. Willson during which activities of the organization are discussed and plans made. An out- standing event of each spring is the MRM Club picnic, which is attended by members and their dates. An- other social event is the annual Spring Party held in April. Early in the fall members sold automobile license plate guards with the words Rockford West printed on them. Dave Carlson took top selling lion- ors for the club by marketing fifty-seven guards. 9, Top Row: J. Nordell, J. Johnson, D. Carlson, J. Conner flreasurerl. A. Nicholas, H. Eastwood, .l. Hiestand. Second Row: M. Hodel, C. Blazer, C. Fidurcia, B. Locklin, C. O'Keefe, J. Price. R. Keenan. Bottom Row: D. Peterson fpresidentl, W. Boston, B. Abruzzo, H. Vernelti, J. Pence. G. Kennedys .l. Colberg. 117 Q A Now we visit our Girls' Athletic Associa- tion, under the direction of Miss Mildred Currier, Miss .I essie Marie Lucas, and Miss Marion Pierce, in- which the girls of West have opportunities to enjoy themselves by demonstrating their athletic abilities. Dur- ing the fall, GAA members play volley ball. In the winter basketball is the main sportg and in the spring, baseball. Climaxing the end of each of these seasons are hotly con- tested tournalnents. Also, a ping-pong tournament was arranged this year. Be- fore East-West games, GAA members sell red and black streamers to the students. Shown making the colors are a group of industrious senior GAA members. 118 NANCY ARMSTRONG BETTY BARTLETT Senior Bracelet ANNA LEE GAVAN Senior Bracelet Senior Student Assistant BEVERLY CLEMENTS MADELINE COLLURA ELAINE CONE JANIS CONKLIN Senior Bracelet IREN E COOK Senior Bracelet SALLY COREY GAA KATHLEEN CULHANE Senior Bracelet LILLIAN DAUGIRDA Senior Bracelet PATRICIA DEVINE Senior Bracelet GERTRUDE DRAGUNAS Senior Bracelet ELEANOR EARLY BARBARA ERICKSON BARBARA GREENLEE Senior Bracelet MARIE CULOTTA Senior Bracelet ANN HALL Senior Bracelet , V A W .,, ,.....q I Establishing an all-time high record this year was the senior GAA section witll twenty-six senior bracelet and sixty-eight major letter recipients. After school on Monday nights, senior, junior, and sopho- more girls assemble in the pool where they develop diving skill and improve their strokes under the guidance of Miss Pierce. Each girl must pass several. tests to receive credit for the semester. Witli relays, sur- face diving, and underwater swimming, the girls thoroughly enjoy themselves. The six GAA swimmers shown in this picture are Pat Naill, Janice Bargren, Barbara McCal- len, Lillian Ahruzzo, and Grace Carter. At tournaments, awards are given. 119 GAA DONA HOUSEWEART RITA INGRASSIA PAULA KOLATA MARILYN MCINTOSH Senior Bracelet BETTY MCKINNEY Senior Bracelet JOANNE MAYNARD Senior Bracelet Junior Swimming Captain DORIE MEENEN ALICE NEEDHAM Senior Bracelet Senior Swimming Captain. PATRICIA PARKER Senior Bracelet Sophomore Sports Captain 120 Q? , C7 V TY DOROTHY WHITE JEANIE WHITEHEAD Senior Bracelet SHIRLEY WRIGHT .IOANN RIDGEWAY Senior Bracelet SHIRLEY ROSENGREN Senior Bracelet MARGARET SCIFO MARY SI-IELLENBERGER Senior Bracelet Senior Sports Captain CLAUDETTE STICKELS Senior Bracelet Junior Sports Captain MARLENE STUMPF Senior Bracelet BETTY THORPE Senior Bracelet Senior Student Assistant JANET TODD Senior Bracelet JEAN WEINGARTNER N-1 X Each season finds the girls in GAA interested in a different sport. In the fall volleyball is played by the groups. Here, top right, Angie Maggio returns the ball to the other side as her teammates, Donna Hansen and Electa Pohle look on. XVith the approach of spring, the girls play hasehall. Center left, are Claudia Palmero at hat with Betty Vlfilson acting as catcher and Marilyn Seinwill as umpire. Dorothy Sherman., center right, slides safely onto home plate while Pat Naill looks anxiously on, and Catcher Nancy Gulisano tries in vain to tag her. In the pool, bottom left, ,lo Rene Bond and Kathryn Lundberg are pulling their partners, Grace Carter and Marjorie Tanner, on hoards. Leaving the pool are, bottom right, ,loan Nelson, Betty Blanc, Marjorie Tanner, and Zaifla Wells, who are looking forward to next week when they again will enjoy the swimming session. ROTC Three times weekly 260 cadets, divided into four eompanies, spend one hour in the study of vari- ous phases of military work as members of the West High School ROTC battalion. Under thc able guidance of Lt. Col. John W. Britten, PMS 81 T5 MfSgt. Lowell Warfel, MfSgt. Charles Hamm, and SfSgt. lsaae Smith, cadets study those subjects which not only will make them better soldiers in time of war but also will make them better citizens in time of peace. Primarily, the purpose of the course is to extend the foun- dation of intelligent citizenship to high school students by emphasizing precision, orderliness, courtesy, correctness of posture, physical devel- opment, leadership, and respect for and loyalty 'to all constituted authority. In addition, the stu- dents learn basic information which would be of immediate use in case of any military emergency. f Two years is the time required to cover the en- tire course. Cadets who enroll for the third year help to instruct and to lead junior cadets. ff This is the ROTC color guard, Cadet Pfc. Tom Krauss, Cadet MfSgt. Edward Johns, Cadet Cpl. Charles Blanck, Cadet Charles Almond. 124. In the above picture are the military instructors, Lt. Col. Britten, MfSgt. Warfel, SfSgt. Smith, and MfSgl. Hamm. The year of the ROTC cadet is full of a great many activities. One of the most important of these is the Federal Inspection which is adminis- tered in the spring of each year by army officials from other schools and training camps. Given all over the country to ROTC schools, the inspec- tion is designed to judge the military ability and appearance of the various units. West High, in its seven years of existence, has been an honor school all but one of those years. Another func- tion of the entire battalion is to parade on Armistice Day and Memorial Day. There are two special teams in the ROTC battalion, the drill team and the rifle team. Under the com- mand oi' Cadet Capt. Robert Lindstrom, the drill team made numerous appearances before junior high school groups and at football and basket- ball games. Membership in the rifie team is limited to marksmen who can fire a score of at least 140 out of a possible 200. Their record shows 17 wins out of 17 matches. nl' sl im . . hr , ,fi .l .ar Q N , Hey I' as . VX , -. , 1-V Twice yearly four outstanding cadets are chosen for their superiority both in the ROTC and in other subjects. Additional awards are given by the Rockford Consolidated Newspapers for the outstanding senior, junior, and sophomore ca- dets. The officers shown above were chosen for their military ability and scholastic standing. To instruct and to discipline other cadets are the officers' main functions. Each year the battalion sponsor and the company sponsors are named by the respective commanders and approved by the dean of girls. There is, in addition., a company competition during which the best company in the battalion is selected. Also, the outstanding platoon and squad are chosen. The American Legion has given a plaque on which are engraved the names of the commander and of the out- standing company followed hy the names of the platoon leader and of the winning platoon. RALPH WOODS Battalion Commander GORDON JOHNSON Battalion Adjutant RICHARD STORER Supply Officer ROBERT LINDSTROM Commander, Company A CEDRIC BLAZER Commander, Company B JOHN COMPTON Commander, Company C ALBERT NICHOLAS Commander, Company D FRED WHITLOCK Second Lieutenant, Company A JAMES ALLABEN Second Lieutenant, Company A ROGER STILES Second Lieutenant, Company B JOHN PRATHER Second Lieutenant, Company B KENNETH BULL Second Lieutenant, Company C RICHARD WILSON Second Lieutenant, Company C JAMES WILSON Second Lieutenant, Company D FRANK MARCONI Second Lieutenant, Company D DANIEL HANNA Outstanding Cadet 125 These are the ROTC sponsors, Joyce Roen, Co. Ag Carol Baumbzurh, Co. CQ .loan Maynard, Co. Dg Jean Whitehead, Co. B5 Mary Shellenherger, Battalion. Y FIRST PLATOON, COMPANY A. Top row: R. Beckslrom, J Frankenlmurg, T. Maurer, L. Schroeder, E. Beltinghaus, J. Thayer, R. Schobinger, R. Bertolli, D. Trout, C. Sheslo, F. Ridgeway Bottom row: R. Turner, P. Mohr, G. L. Johnson, J. Conner, R Dugan, H. Brewer. D. Phelan, F. Whitlock, D. Cronkrite, J Sc-hzmdelmeier. SECOND PLATOON, COMPANY A. Top row: R. Bradley, W Jones, J. Harvey, K. Fricke. R. Pennock, D. Walker, D. Pennock R. Eager. Second row: R. Klemmedson, R. Birche, R. Goff, C Schafman, T. Glenny, Wh Bartlett, K. Canavisi, J. Colberg, J 'While, M. Hopkins, Bottom row: R. Petit, B. Brewer, L. Yard ley, G. Ceraci. E. De'Weerclt, C. Smith, D. Harris, R. Rowe, C NVoodruH. C. Bufalo. 126 s FIRST PLATOON, COMPANY B. Top row: H. Miller, Bressler, H. Paris, J. Marsh, J. Mitchell, R. Schmeling, Bowen, R. Larson. Second row: A. Camlin, J. Hiestand, Anderson, F. Patrick., R. Ferguson, M. Patrick, R. Benson, Marquette. Bottom row: S. Hyer, D. Sechler, W. Kudzma, Dean, R. Rusknvnge. W. Boston. T. Bagley, A. Stern. SECOND PLATOON, COMPANY B. Top row: J. Prather, :QPPFUU if Nordell, G. Kennedy, J. Powell, L. Barhe1',R. Brown, M. Vuscel lnro, R. Van Aken, R. Willianxson, P. Plueddeman. Second row: G. Heisler, R. Wharton, R. Higgins, R. Brooks, K. Tinsley, E Olson, M. Richards, F. Reilley, R. Ace, L. Dayholf, R. Cross Bottom row: J. Heath, E. Whitney, B. Mellers, J. Lawrence D. Pearson, V. LaFond. B. Cnscio, C. Levine, T. Purulore, R Heinzeroth, B. Packard. 127 COMPANY C FIRST PLATOON, COMPANY C. Top row: R. R8ltSl'll, P. Crooks. R. Dunlap, R. Agnew, D. Bruer, F. Burrier, A. Ander- son, R. Lindberg. Third row: H. Jewett, J. Willfong, H. Dhuse, E. Hilton, R. D. Wilson, R. White, F. Bauer, M. Buduck. Second row: R. Matheson, R. Brnttland, F. VanDeWulker, V. Tielk- meier, J. Truitt, K. Bull, I. Rondone, P. Zammuto. Bottom, row: R. Brown, A. Casrio, L. Well-h, R. Fry, K. Rainey, M. Tortorici, M. Cullea. SECOND PLATOON, COMPANY C. Top row: R. Holcomb, R. Hess, M. Boyer, W1 Clevenger, A. Steffen, R. Holmquist, K. Hazzard, C. Erb. Third row: R. Storer, R. Isllizaki, N. Hamil- ton, D. Mahan, W. Vaughan, L. Lani, W. VanHelden. Second row: R. Harlan, R. McDonald, P. Lee, D. Pate, G. Harvey, G. Guslin. Bottom row: R. Boddal, J. Harvey, R. Jarobs, R. H. Wilson, A. Vaunl, G. E. Johnson, R. Coxon. 128 5 FIRST PLATOON, COMPANY D. Top row: T. Krauss, C Blanck, W. Hanna, R. Crooks. J. Solon, W. Lzlngkamip, P. Camp bell, S. Dellaimondo. Third row: Y. Rucfer, C. Robertson, J Solmer, J. Clausen, C. Almond, D. Peterson, R. Shaw, D. Beksel. Second row: D. Skinner, W. Powder, R. Monroe, D. Borg, D Hogan, R. Gustafson, C. Segzlllal, J. Picknlann. Bottom row: R Woodruff, C. Seiler, E. Johns, L. Anderson, R. Longhenry, D Gaynor, W. Eggleston, D. Lungkamp. COMPANY D SECOND PLATOON, COMPANY D. Top row: J. Rossi, D Smith, W. Duyhoff, R. Warren, R. Cady, R. Waldsmith, R. Oler C. Hodge. Third row: M. Gulluzzo, K. Newman, T. Mutefell, L Bunk, H. Mclielligotl, R. Nagus, J. Rugland, B. Reed, L. Dick son. Second row: 0. Webb, K. Fenelon, L. Grebas, M. Hill, J Barhee. D. Wilcox, E. Lyle, H. Knodle. Bottom row: F. Mar coni, J. Wilson, W. Mordl, R. Medernarh, C. Bolencler, J. Brad ley, J. Cutler, J. Conevera, R. Pierve. 12 Cadets Enjoy Mlilxtended Orderw on January 23 Members of the rifle team, top left, are, top row, John Conevera, Ronald Bodda, Douglas Bressler, Robert Long- henry, Roger Stiles, Kenneth Bull, Ronald McDonald, Richard Brown, Robert Packard, bottom row, Phillip Lee, Eugene Wliitney, Chadwick Bolender, Jack Mitchell, John Marsh, Ray Woodruff, Fred Whitlock, Edward Johns. The photograph at the bottom left was taken during the Grand March at the Military Ball, January 23. The theme of the 1948 ball was '6Extended 0rder,', which is a military term meaning 'Gall outf' Not only is this ball fun, it is also very impressive with its Grand March and arch of sabers, top right. Another feature of the dance is the presentation of awards to the outstanding cadets of the battalion for the first semester. Receiving these awards at this yea1 s ball were William Hanna, outstanding cadet of the battaliong Pat Hyer, outstanding seniorg Robert Pack- ard, outstanding juniorr, and Ronald Pennock, outstanding sophomore. Bottom right, in the drill team are, back row, Fred Wl1itl,ock, Ray Woodruff, Robert Longhenry, Donald Bruer, Kenneth Bull, Robert Agnew, James Wilson, Robert Lindstromg front row, Phillip Lee, Richard Storer, Robert Packard, John Colberg, Frank Ridgway, Richard Petit, Richard Vlfilson. 130 Prepare Strenuously for Federal Inspection Day The biggest day in the year of an ROTC cadet is the day of Federal Inspection held in the spring. In the top left view, taken last year, are shown cadets performing for the inspecting oflicers. The picture, top right, was also taken at the inspection. Army men, not connected with the West High unit, review the battalion on the march and give both oral and written tests on such subjects as military courtesy, military history, and rifle marksmanship. Bottom left are the 1947 outstanding cadets, Charles Blanck., Richard Storer, David Lucas, and John Compton, receiving their awards from Lt. Col. John XV. Britten at the Military Ball on March 28, 194-7. This year the inspection was on May 12 and 13, bottom right, it was a day and one-half in duration. The cadets early began to prepare for the hig day hy practicing procedures in the gymnasium until it was possible to practice outside. West High has heen chosen as an honor school for all hut one of its seven years of existence. Only one of the two Rockford high schools may he chosen an honor school, a fact which adds to the competitive spirit of the two battalions. Cadets from the school that wins the inspection are allowed to wear red stars on the sleeves of their uniforms. 131 Many Phases to Work On School Newspaper By recording student activities and voicing student opinions, the Owl, weekly newspaper, offers to those interested in journalism practical experience in news, editorial, and feature writing and in advertising and circulation work. ln the junior newswriting class are studied many phases of preparing the school paper for print. Miss Marjorie Brittain supervises the work on the paper. Many members of the staff spend their vacant hours in the publications room, 231, covering and writing their assignments, composing headlines for all stories, and working on the dumIny. The dummy is a sample paper on which the articles for the coming paper are placed and pasted every Wednesday. YVeekly on the bulletin board in the publications room appears a copy of the Owl. Each writer signs his name to his stories in that issue in order that he may receive credit. Giving out the assignments, copy reading the stories which come in, and scouting for Various new stories are several of the duties of the editors. In the top photo Patricia Crom- well, organizations editorg Ann Hall, editor, Marcee Bainbridge, news editorg and John Marsh, desk editor, are discussing a headline problem over the telephone with the typesetter. Another phase of newspaper work is the writing of feature or human interest stories which Betty Bartlett supervises on the Owl. She is shown in the center photograph instruct- ing staff members how to write their articles in a style more appealing to the readers. Seated are Doro- thy VanBarriger, Jean NVelsh, and Geraldine Tondi. Standing are Betty Ann Turner and .Ioan Nelson. For the production of a successful newspaper is needed an efficient circulation staff., whose duties are to dis- tribute Owls, keep records., and collect payments for publications. Every Thursday afternoon during the sixth period this group meets in 231 to assemble the newspaper for delivery and to count out and stack an exact amount for each homeroom in the school. Fri- day mornings members of this staff distribute papers to subscribers, they also handle financial drives for the Owl and Vffarrior. ln addition to Thursday eve- nings and Friday mornings, the staff members spend 1nucl1 time before and after school collecting pay- ments. Barbara A. Jones, circulation manager, sees that all subscribers are paid up to date. Some work- ers of this year's staff are shown in the bottom photo- graph. Front row: ,loan Swanson, Gwen Weatllerford, Margaret Powell, ,lean Secard, and Barbara. Back row: Margie Johnson, ,loan Melander, Don Peterson, Cecilia Dobel, Phyllis Ryan, Eva James, Nancy Chal- man. OWL Editorial and Business Staff Members Combine Efforts Bob Buchanan, sports editor, and Lou Stone, Eleanor Early, Marilyn Mclntosh, and Doris Meenen, reporters, are hard at work preparing newspaper copy, top left. Bob secs that all sports events in which West participates are covered while the girls writ.e news and human interest articles. Proofreading, advertising, and make-up also are necessary to prepare the paper for the press. Top right, Gloria Swenson, bookkeeper, is checking over her work while Halene Whitfield, Mary Kremeyer, Barbara Carlson, and Connie Carl are proofreading. A bookkeeper's many duties include mailing bills, balancing books, and checking accounts while a proofreader corrects the mis- takes in the copy before the paper is printed. Charles Morreal, make-up editor, is directing the group, bottom left, in preparing a dummy for the printer. Shown are Dave Carlson and Russell Parke, sports writers, Lee Ca- van, Mary Beth Sanders, and Mary Bartlett, news reporters, and Charles. The Owl advertising staff, bottom right, are assembling ads for a current issue. Shown are Donna Wfeens, advertising manager, Gwen Xvhitcg Jim Heath, Bob Agnew, business managerg Marilyn Boddag and Arthur Anderson. ,M N.,,,' 133 Yearbook GGHOHIC Office Buzzes Witll Activity At this point in our journey wc wish to visit our Travel Bureau to acquaint you with the Hhome offieei' where this tour was planned. In roon1 231 the War- rior staff, under the supervision of Miss Marjorie Brittain, faculty adviser, arranged this 'tour guide after months of preparation. From early September until the end of the school year, the Travel Bureau was a busy center of activity, for there are many im- portant steps in producing a yearbook and in plan- ning an instructive tour. In the top picture are staff members Dorothy llfhite, Barbara Bcrgonz, Andrew Camlin, Joanne Hall, and Mary McLaughlin. Joanne was in charge of the senior section, and working with her were Barbara and Mary. Andy was editor of the War1'io1'g Dorothy, a general helper. The making of the picture appointments was one of the first steps in arranging the tour, and many stall members worked on this phase of the planning. The middle picture shows more staff members working on the faculty and organizations sections of the annual. They are Rita lngrassia, Ann Rich, Marlene Arbogast, Mary Kre- meyer, Charlene Showalter, and Halenc Wfhitfield. Halene was one of the associate editors of the Wai'- rior, and Rita iillfl Ann worked under her on the organizations section. Charlene headed the faculty section with the assistance of Marlene. Looking over preliminary sketches for the art work which appears in this yearis book and selecting suitable photographs, the War1'io1' artists, including Jetta Elam, Lillian Daugirda, Carol Mittlestadt, and Georgia Doty, are seen in the bottom picture. Georgia and Lillian headed the art work and were assisted by Carol and Jetta. Uf course, the work on the picture appoint- ments, tl1e divisions of the book, and the art were not the only important tasks going on in the Travel Bu- reau. Also there were countless interviews with mem- bers of the faculty and student body and many hours spent in planning the group picture schedules, in writing copy for the various sections, i11 identifying the many pictures, and in mounting the picture pan- els. Yvhen the W'arrior is finally ready to go to the printer, the work of the staff is still not done, soon tl1e printed galleys come back to the Travel Bureau, and the staff members pair off in groups of two to proofread and correct. It is a long task to eliminate all errors in order that a completely accurate annual may be presented to the students at the end of the year. WARRIOR Writing, Advertising, Collecti11g: All Are Important Never ending is the work of the Travel Bureau, for there is always another job to be done. In the top left picture are Bob Agnew, Lenore Johnson, Gwen White, and Marilyn Bodda. Bob, publications business manager, is ex- plaining selling technique to yearbook advertising solicitors. In the top right picture are more stalf members bus- ily typing copy and planning pages for the book. They are Janis Conklin, Barbara Corey, Jeanne Williams, Phyllis MacDougall, and Sally Calamari. Jeanne was an associate editor, drew up the dummy, worked on the or- ganizations seclion, and was in charge of the index which runs through the ads. Janis and Barbara were general workers, and Phyllis and Sally were heads of the junior and sophomore, sections, respectively. Nancy Nelson, advertising manager, is working with her assistants, Pat Naill, Nancy Chalman, and Joanne Keig, bottom left. Vital to a successful journey were the duties of the circulation rlepartment. Bottom right, Barbara Ann Jones, circulation manager, aided by her assistants, Carol Baumhaeh and Bob Ferguson, receive subscription payments at the door of room 231. 'L 135 Parents Have Opportunity to Visit Classrooms In order that our parents may have an opportunity to meet our teachers, see our classrooms, and understand our School Work and activities to a greater extent, the West High Education Association sponsors open house once a year. We students escort our parents, introduce our teachers, and show the different sections of our school. In the picture at top left Charlene Meads is explaining the library system to Mr. and Mrs. R. Meads and Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Henhest. At a Wednesday afternoon tea of the WI-IEA we find Mrs. E. H. Mittelstadt and Mrs. Richard Baker pouring while Principal James E. Blue, Mrs. Leonard Bartlett, Mrs. I. D. Pennock, Mrs. Harry Carlson, Miss Lois Dilley, Miss .loallne Rife, Miss Edith Wlliting, and Miss Irene Phillips look on in the picture at top right. In the bottom left corner Mrs. E. D. Webb and Mrs. A. A. Needham are registering Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Schmeling and Mr. A. R. Eastman, new members for the WYI-IEA. Looking over an exhibit at bottom right in a botany classroom are the Rev. Harold G. Wllitiield, Mr. Fred WelJe1', and Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Plueddeman. Most of our parents lake time to visit the pool, gym., study halls, and library, as well as thc classrooms. 136 Q r S ' f t- f-'3 l I ,Iii ,l YCSSAWJI. 1 s o 0 -7 These ASS1St21l1tS Belleve 111 SCPVICC i. Bill Mullen and Mavis Hunt, two of tl1e library's eiucicnt helpers, are signing out books to ,lim Allaben and ,loan James in the top left picture. Witllout the efiicient help of the student assistants, Miss Davis could not run the library as well as she docs. Packing boxes for the 8-5-3 Club in the top right picture are George Kennedy, Marilyn Mclntosh, Dave Borg, Bill Dewey, and Nancy Nelson. These valuable boxes contained clothing and toys and were sent to Poland for relief work. Woody Wllitlock, the student ticket manager of the Athletic Association, is selling tickets to one of the games in the bottom left picture which was taken i11 the hall on the day of a game. In the bottom right picture are monitors Betty Thorpe, Jean Reitsch, .loan Swanson, and Claudette Stickels looking at the monitor code hook. This book contains instructions for monitors 'to follow while they are on duty. 137 Nativity Scene Is Center of Christmas Pageant Among spring activities of last year was the annual Hi-Y induction. Ronald Fairhead, Daniel Nielsen, David Marth, and Angelo Briscoe, upper left, explained the symbols of the club in a special assembly during which new members were initiated. One of the lnost beautiful assemblies presented at West High is the annual Christmas Program. The Christmas Story is given in the form of a pageant. A stage view, upper right, of the choral groups, with orchestra members in the foreground shows participating students just before the program began. Narrators for the pageant were Ralph Vlfoods and David Borg. Ralph is pictured, lo-wer left, while chorus mem- bers sing one of the many Christmas favorites. The orchestra, band, and choral groups all took part in this program of which Mr. George Trumbull, band director, was general chairman. The central chairmanship rotates each year among Mr. Trumbull, Mr. Ohlson, Mr. Bornor, and Miss Pearson. Mareee Bainbridge, Angel, and Cynthia Ralston, Mary, lower right, adore the new-born babe. Among the cast members, besides Marcee and Cynthia, were Albert Nicholas, .lack YVinning, Bill Dewey, Dale Schoonhoven, David Peterson, and Charles Fiduccia. 138 Faithful Ones Give Time to Worthy Projects Officers of the Student Council are conducting a drawing for student tickets for the Freeport game, lop left. James Allahen holds the box while .lean Whitehead, Marilyn Mclntosh, and Jackie Rogers stand by. A drawing such as this is held each time we receive a limited allotment of tickets for any sports event. Top right, Dorothy Vallorti- gara, Irma Clayton, and Betty Burrows express an appeal to the students over the public address system to buy Christmas seals and bangles in behalf of the WillllClJHg0 County Tuberculosis Association. Dorothy and Betty were members of Miss Elizabeth Pearsonis speech class while lrma was one of the nurse's assistants. Among the duties of those who work in Mr. Rose's office are checking locker records, filling out zero hour cards, filing, and calling those on the irregular list. Elizabeth Johnson is performing the last named task at tl1e office switchboard while Pat Ollman looks on, bottom left. Elizabeth spends first hour working in the office, and Pat is there during sixth hour. Bottom right, members of the stage crew are painting steps used in the uativity scene for the annual Christmas program. They are Kenneth Bull, Dick WilSOll, Floyd Burricr, and .lim lVilson. . U ,. . , e .1371 , Y V 5 :r ims A U ' ' -' t 'iii r ' A' V. i , ' I- N ' ? , ' -, 1 ' A . ' -5 -' N 139 I E gf I l .' 660ur Hearts Were Young and Gayw ' As its junior play, the'elass of 1948 presented that hilarious comedy, Our Hearts Were Young and Gayfi written by Cornelia Otis Skinner. The play, centering around Cornelia Skinner., Antoinette Madison, and her friend Emily Kimbrough, Doric Meenen, as they vacation in Europe, was a big success during its two day run last spring. In the photograph at the upper left, Leo McEvoy, David Carlsong Corneliag and Dick Yvinters, Jim Conner, listen attentively as Emily acquaints them with the operation of a life preserver. In a hotel in France 'the girls discov- ered their bed was inhabited with bedbugs. At the upper right Mr. Skinner, Dick Cherry, is trying desperately to exterminate the pests. Looking on anxiously is Mrs. Skinner, Barbara Bergonz. Emilyls dancing ability and Cor- nelia's dramatic potentialities are the result of much practice as can be seen, lower left. Because the two travelers didn't appreciate safety pockets, they presented them to Therese, Madeline Collura, who is proudly showing them to Madame Elisa, Barbara Carlson, lower right. Other members of the cast were B. Greenhow, D. Baker, .l. Swanson, E. Bettinghaus, B. Hcisterhcrg, B. Finkcnstaedt, P. Fisher, C. Reynolds, B. Buchanan, and W. Bluugh. 140 to Choral Department Presents 'GTl1e Mocking Bird A highlight of our adventure is the musical production, wlfhe Mocking Bird,'7 presented hy the choral department under the direction of Mr. Floyd Ohlson on February 20 and 21. The colorful costumes donned hy the choruses and principals add much to the atmosphere of adventure and romance. At the upper left is Doug Trout, the Gov- ernor, with Pat Harris, thc Marquise, and George Robertson, Don Aurelia, an official in the Spanish army. Three of the French cassets, upper right, hrought to America to marry the settlers, are executing a dance learned dur- ing the voyage. They are Alice Betsinas, Yvette, Beverly Shaw, Janette, and Margie Johnson, Lenore. Listening to Ray Goff, Boh, plead for his friend LaFarge, a notorious pirate portrayed by Gayle Marquette, are Gloria Plock, the Countess, Suzanne Perkins, the 6Moeking Bird , Carol Baulnhach, Javotte, and John Bradley, Captain Beloit, lower left. Also pictured are ,lack Harvey, Maximeg Pat Harris, .lim Conner, Eugeneg and Beverly Shaw, lower right, in characteristic poses. A11 effective touch of of thc Old South was added hy Chloe, played hy Lor- raine I-loey, and Frank Nlanarchy, a hutler, as they sang a dreamy Negro tune. The dramatic story admirahly per- formed hy the cast made The Mocking Bird an enjoyable evening's entertainment. 141 Wi if-E 2 -1 -1 lk I3 - 51-2 L1 ' 5 2 D Lf ' -Q ,A E ,, 1-4 L2 U - I If I-15 mem We Participate in Sports COACHES Our athletic department has a coaching staff that any school might well be proud to claim. To be coach entails much more than a thorough knowledge of sports, a success- ful leader must be a diplomat, holding the respect of his players and maintaining friendly relations with them. He must be a teacher able to transmit his knowledge of sports to the boys in ways they will under- stand. In addition, a good coach must un- derstand the capricious whims of high spir- K ited boys if he is to keep up their morale. 1, ' X Led by sagacious Mr. Charles D. Beyer, head all of the physical education department and athletic director, who also coaches swim- ming and track, the list of our school coaches this year includes Mr. Milo Willson, varsity football, sophomore basketballg Mr. Robert Dennis, football line coach, assistant track: Mr. Leo A. Campisi, sophomore football, junior varsity basketball, assistant track, Mr. John Wyeth, baseballg Mr. James E. Rose, tennis, and the newest coach at West, Mr. Alex Saudargas, varsity basketball, assistant sophomore football. Standing: Mr. Campisi, Mr. Wyeth, Mr. Dennis, Mr. Rose. Seated: Mr. Saudargas, Mr. Beyer, Mr. Willson. Rarely receiving praise for their efforts, the managers, nevertheless, put in as much, if not more, time than the actual team mem- bers. Packing and unpacking suits, keeping playing materials on hand at a moment's notice, issuing all types of equipment, and acting as general handymen for scores of athletes is far from the easiest extra-curricm lar activity. To be successful as a manager, one must acquire a sixth sense as to what equipment may be needed. There are times when emergencies arise, and the fate of a ball game may rest upon a manager's prepared- ness. Athletic teams representing West this year were indeed fortunate in having both efficiency and depth in their helpers who were as follows: Jan Nordell, varsity foot- ball, trackg James Johnson, varsity football, varsity basketball, track, .lohn Hiestand, varsity footballg John Colberg, varsity bas- ketballg Wilmer Jones, varsity basketball: Oliver Webb, swimming, Ronnie Schaefer, sophomore football: Richard Cromwell, sophomore football, Don Reed, sophomore football, sophomore basketballg Karl Fricke, varsity football, sophomore basketball. 144, Standing: J, Nordell, J. Johnson, J. Hiestand, J. Colberg, W. Jones. Kneeling: O. Webb, K. Frike, R. Cromwell, D. Reed. 13 ll 1 J Warriors Show Untiring Efforts During Football Season Our football squad this season was characterized by showmauship and sportsmanship of the highest caliber. Although sometimes out- guessed, the West Vlfarriors were never out-fought. One of the finest examples of their untiring efforts occurred in the East Madison game when they overcame an 18 to 0 first quarter score to go ahead and win, 21 to 18. Being picked as a pre-season favorite, along with LaSalle-Peru, for copping the Big Eight crown, the squad members had the pressure squarely upon their shoulders. During their games the Warriors displayed a powerful running attack coordi- nated with an ever-threatening aerial offensive. Led by Captain Ray Dall Osto, hard-charging halfbaclc, other players in the backfield were Sam Rebecca, fast, quick-acting quarterbackg Merwin Hodel, speedy fullbackg and reliable Gordy Johnson, blocking back. End positions of the line were dominated by Jim Price and Dave Peter- son, with Dick Zander and Jack Truitt in the rough tackle posi- tions. Determined Ralph Woods and Harold Eastwood held the center of the line at the guard spots, and dependable Jim Conner, center, completed the line. WARRIORS 19, EAST MOLINE 0-SEPTEMBER 12, 194-7 Hodel started the scoring by combining two consecutive runs for 65 yards and a touchdown. Then Chuck O'Keefe., end, kept the rally going by catching a pass from Dall Osto and sprinting 55 yards for the tally. The next West touchdown came in the last half on a pass and lateral combination. Rebecca passed to Price, who lateraled out to Dall Oslo. who covered the remaining 51 yards down the sidelines for the score. Reber-ca's placement on this last touchdown was good. WARRIORS 21, EAST MADISON 8-SEPTEMBER 19, 1947 The Madison boys made all their points in the first quarter, and for a while it appeared to be a one sided contest. However, West's defense strengthened to hold Madison scoreless in the second quar- ter. After a half time rest, West came back strong and won by a three point margin supplied by the kicking toe of Rebecca on three straight conversions. Dall Osto monopolized the touchdown scoring by making three touchdowns on as many powerhouse plunges. WARRIORS 6, FREEPORT 14-SEPTEMBER 26, 1947 The Warrior touchdown came in the first half on a 30-yard pass from Rebecca to halfback Joe Fasulo, but the Pretzel squad came back strong in the last half to make two touchdowns and two con- versions. WARRIORS 7, WEST AURORA 7--OCTOBER 3, 1947 The Warriors went into the lead when Dall Osto broke away for 25 yards down to the Aurora 8, and on the next play, Hodel went around end for the tally. Rebecca converted, and West led 7 to 0 at half time. In the last half, however, the Hawks fought back climaxing a strong drive with 6 points and a conversion. WARRIORS 13, EAST AURORA 6-OCTOBER 10, 1947 In their first conference victory, the Warriors displayed a very strong line by holding East Aurora to only 8 yards gained from scrimmage in the second half. Both West touchdowns came on runs by Rebecca, who also added the extra point. One tally came on a 76-yard punt return by Rebecca and the other on an ll-yard sprint. Top Row: H.. Vernetti, A. Rivera, C. Johnson, D. Carlson, R. Zander, R. Weber, F. Sparacino, W. Boston, R. Bodda. Third Row: Mr. Dennis fcoachl, D. Fiducia, T. Elmore, S. Rebecca, M. Hodel, R. Dall Osto, J. Fasulo, C. Blazer, J. Castrogiovani, Mr. Willson Ccoachl. Second Row: J. Conner, J. Price, O. Blackwell, R. W'oods, R. Hargrove, H. Eastwood, J. Truitt, C. O'Keefe, G. Anderson. Bottom Row: J. Hiestand Qmanagerl, L. Lucido, A. Maculan, J. Fitzpatrick, P. Mattison, P. Giovingo, H. Bannen, R. Baker, J. Pence, J. Nordell Cmanagerl. ' ' .1 Lg - , im '. , l 4 145 SEAS N Dall Osto set up the second score by recovering a fumble and on the next play carrying the hall to the 11 from which line Rebecca drove over. East Aurora lads made their only touchdown in the first half. WARRIORS 7, ELGIN OJOCTOBER 17, 1947 Although Elgin players obtained 15 first downs to the Warriors' 6, they could not break through the Rockford defense near pay dirt. The lone West touchdown was scored with only 50 seconds left to play in the first half when Dall Osto plunged from the -1- across the double chalk line for 6 pointsg Rebecca converted, and West led, 7 to 0. Elgin's threat came late in the fourth quarter. The Maroons had a first down on the Warrior 1-yard line, but they were unable to break through a solid West forward wall and lost the ball on downs. WARRIORS 32, MOLINE 33-OCTOBER 24, 1947 Dall Osto scored the first West touchdown on a 2-yard plunge, but the Flows came fighting back to take the lead, 13 to 7, on two quick tallies. Just before the end of the quarter Rebecca crossed the goal line and tied the count at 13 all. The second quarter was practically a repetition of the first with Rebecca and Dall Osto each making another 'Warrior touchdown and Moline fighting back to tie it up 25 to 25 at the half. On the half time kick-off Gordy John- son latcraled to speedy Merwin Hodel, who wove his way behind excellent interference for 75 yards and another score. Soon after Moline came back with a 68-yard march ending in a touchdown and a conversion. WARRIORS 0, JOLIET 14-OCTOBER 31, 194-7 The Steelmen scored after the kick-off upon taking West's first punt of the game and marching 62 yards to pay dirt. Soon after it appeared that the Warriors would have a touchdown when Re- becca, with the help of fine blocking, expertly eluded tacklers and broke into the Steelnlen's territory with a clear field ahead of himg then he dropped the ball, and Joliet recovered to end West's only threat. In the second half Joliet blocked a West punt on the 19- yard line, and the ball rolled into the end zoneg a Steelman recov- ered, and it was another touchdown for Joliet. WARRIORS 7, LA SALLE-PERU 25-NOVEMBER 7, 194-7 Sparked by Bill Martuzzo, the Cavaliers made 19 points in the first half while holding the W'est scoreless. An aroused West squad, however, came back in the last half to outscore them, 7 to 6. The West marker was made after LaSalle-Peru kicked off to start the third quarter. West Rockford players returned the ball to their own 32. and eight plays later Rebecca climaxed the 63-yard touch- down march on an end run from the 3. Rehecca's conversion was good. WARRIORS 7, EAST ROCKFORD 27-NOVEMBER 22, 1947 Playing the game near the sidelines because of the ankle deep mud in the middle of the field, East high scored in every period, hold- ing West to a lone touchdown in the fourth quarter. The Rabs scored in the first quarter after blocking a West punt on the 12- yard line. In the last half, East tallied on a punt return and pass interception. Climaxing a Warrior 82-yard drive, highlighted by a 42-yard pass to O'Keefe, Armando Maculan drove over from the 1-yard line to score in the final quarter. Oscar Blackwell Cedric Blazer David Carlson James Conner Ray Dall Oslo Tackle End Tackle Center Capt., Halfbuck Harold Eastwood Thomas Elmore Jim Evans Joe 'Fasulo Merwin H0dCl Guard End Halfback Hulfbnck Fullback 146 E fy Under the coaching of Mr. John Wyeth the Junior Varsity squad played a successful seven game schedule. Top Row: J. Powell, H. Dhuse, R. Blanck, R. Dunlap, G. Rob- The Big Eight Standings Team LaSalle-Peru East Rockford Joliet . . . West Aurora West Rockford East Aurora ertson, R. Schmeling. Second Row: T. Arnett, R. Wllarton, D. Wilcox, K. Fenelon, Freeport ' ' J. Colberg, R. Butler, J. Bradley. Bottom Row: G. Dickenson, G. Kennedy, J. Thayer, I , R. Harvey, W. Dickmann, K. Peters. E gm ' Cordy Johnson Armando Maculan Phil Mattison Charles 0'Keefe Halfback Fullback Halfback End Jim Price Sam Rebecca Jack Truitt Ralph Woods End Quarterback Guard Guard Wins Losses Ties . 6 1 0 . . 5 1 1 . 5 1 1 . . 2 3 2 . . 2 4 1 . . 2 4 1 . . 2 5 0 . 1 6 0 David Peterson End Dick Zander Tackle 14-7 GAMES .-. Halfback Ray Dall Osto, the hall carrier, top left, is being tackled during the East-West varsity game by an unidentified East Rockford player on the line of scrimmage while guards, Harold Eastwood and Ralph Wfoods, block number 38 of East out of the play. End Dave Peterson is standing to the left of the ball car- rier. This action was typical of the grueling line battle that ensued as a result of bad weather condi- tions which held both teams to the ground. Center left, Quarterback Sam Rebecca, with the ball, breaks through the East High line behind beautiful blocking. With footing more dry, this play might have resulted in a touchdown, but because of muddy ground, some of these effective blocks were wasted. Carrying the ball, Merwin Hodel, center right, is downed on a punt return by an East High player. Dick Zander., Wes't Drll , : r L - , - AG.. A-ti' ,mil 11' -da' blocker, tries to aid Hodel in the play. An amusing situation during the East-West classic is depicted, opposite, bottom left, as XVest's powerful halfback, .loc Fasulo, carries along a would-be tackles: of East. These photos show the tremendous power running emphasized by both teams. The night photo, opposite, bottom right, shows speedy West Quarterback Rebecca about to he tackled by a West Aurora player after he had picked up good yardage. The traditional crosstown battle between the East-West stripling rivals was an excellent example of the strong defense and the offensive attacks by the West sophomores throughout the season. The action pictures below were taken during that game. Speedy Chuck Bietau., top left, cuts back while carrying the ball in order to back away behind his blocking. This play is symbolic of the many scoring plays set up during the game. Dick McLaughlin, top right, is tackled after picking up precious yardage. .lack Kranish, bottom left, is tackled after a long down field drive. Also shown in the play is Mickey McDonald. Bottom right, Mr. Saudargas, assistant coach, is sitting with the reserve squad and intently watching the plays. ' ' ' 1::::: t iitl -A IliTT1i 1' ' 149 , 11- ' 1 T if, El n V. ZH Top Row: Mr. Campisi Ccoachl, Mr. Suuflargas Cusst. coachl, F. Munarclxy, I-I. Rcufer, N. Liukonras. R. Kollungen, J. Allen, R. Caller- gerone, R. Pirello, L. Vaccaro. M. Dawson, J. Kranisll. D. Levisay. T. Bagely, R. Cromwell lmzmagerl. Second Row: R. McLaughlin fcaptainl, D. Schmelzer, W. Mullin, L. Ruefer, D. Gleivlmmun, L. Rinnldo, M. Countryman. A. Brown, L. Larson, T. Miltimore, A. Cru- bow, M. MacDonald, R. Schaefer cllli-lIl1lgCl'l. Bottom. Row: R. Maitocks, C. Bieluu, O. Salerno, B. Plager, E. Conklin, W. Bengslon, R. Cazinno, D. Provenzano, R. Bull, R. R. Weber, XV. Cuprioln, D. Reed linnarmgerl. .lim Allen Charles Bietau Alfred Brown Russell Callergerone Millard Countryman End Back Guard Center Buck Gus Delieneclello Richard Cleiclnnan Rim-lmrd Kolllugen ,lack Kranish Larry Larson Back Back Tackle Back Guard. I I ,LCP 4 'H' -C' 150 'WF - ' Braves Capture Big Eight Conference Championship 'A This year thc sophomore football team smashed through to win the Big Eight Frosh-Soph Conference champion- ship. Suffering but two defeats, the Braves played like the champions they were throughout the season. In a non-conference game on September 19, the sophomores lost their first game to the East Madison ,lay Vees by a final score of 19 to 0. At Freeport on September 26, W'est Rockford striplings won by a count of 12 to 0. Early in the game Kranish sprinted home to chalk up the first West marker. ln the fourth quarter Vaccaro recovered a fumble, and Kranish scored again. On Octo- ber 11, at East Aurora, the Braves tied in a 13 to 13 deadlock. McDonald scored early with Allen carrying the extra point. Later Gleichman uncorked a long pass to Allen for another touchdown. West achieved another victory, this time over Wfest Aurora, on October 3, with a final score of 12 to 0. Soon after Gus Dc Benedetto romped 40 yards for a touchdown, Chuck Bietau carried the pigskin across for another score. On October 17, the Braves tied Elgin in a 7 to 7 deadlock on the gridiron. McLaughlin returned a 39-yard punt, and Bietau trav- eled 12 yards for a touchdown. The kick was good. Playing an outstanding game October 25, the Braves de- feated East Rockford's Bablets, 26 to 0. During the sec- ond quarter, Gleichman uncorked several long passes to Levisay and Allen for West markers. Later, both Gleich- man and McDonald scored to end the cross-town classic, 26 to 0. At Joliet on October 31, the West players met their only conference defeat of the season. Playing a strong defense, the Braves scored but one touchdown during the game. McDonald plunged over at the gun, making the final score 13 to 6. November 7 found the Braves grappling with LaSalle-Peru. Twice the Gleich- man to Allen set up was put into motion, and twice the play clicked. Levisay kicked the extra point after the second touchdown to make the final count 13 to O. Donald Levisay Nick Liakouras Morris McDonald Richard McLaughlin Tom Milliinoie End Tackle Back Capt., Back Center Russell Pirello Robert Plager Harold Reufer Orest Salerno Leonard Vaccaro Guard Guard Back End End so 1 ' 'r 'c '--'lm .- '-wg . .. . QP w 'e'i .4 7 We ,QXYEQ 1? WEE 90 T .1 ,S 151 nn l!I5V7A 4- 1 Q W - in -2' Warriors Give Ample Proof of Their Ability Action shots of the Warriors, wl1o compiled a record of 20 Wins and 5 defeats, give ample proof of their will to win. In the closing minutes of the first cross-town tilt, Bob Locklin f27J, top left, goes in for a lay-up shot for West, while Ed Carpenter C32j, West's center, and Bill Weaver MOD of East await developments. The fight and spirit that the Warriors displayed all through the season is exemplified in the top right photo by Forward John Prather f24J, Center Carpenter f32J, and Guard Ab Nicholas fbehind Carpenteril. These three boys sparked Westis scor- ing machine which set a new record. La Verne Schuueman f31i, bottom left, Vlfcstis great defensive guard, tries a push shot while Forward Neil Santee, always alert, follows in behind. East's Don Harris Q 411 and Frank Calacur- cio watch the proceedings. Jumping, bottom right, are Carpenter and Pete Anderson, East. 152 Cagers Rate Hlgh on State Polls Throughout Season Enlploymg a fast bleak style of same, the WZRIIIOIS l1t erally 1an then opponents off then' feet as the West boys lollcd on thelr way to VICIOIY after V1Ct0I'y Out basketeers wele lated high on the state polls tluoughout the season All year long the team seemed to he unable to hurdle then last ohjcctlvc They moved 1nto the Hnals of the DeKalb Tournament, only to lose to Glen bard, 49 to 40, however, they won the Good Spoltsman ship Trophy and the second place trophv ln the B1 Exght Confelence the WRITIOIG hed for second place Wltll East Rockford Hllll a lecord of 7 WIDS and 3 de feats One of these losses was to the Rahs hv one polnt ln an overtlme, another was to Vlfest Aurora, the B1 Ewht champlons, hs one basket, and the th11d to Jollet, 44 to 66 Aftel rolhnff over Hart ard 61 to 29, and Stlll man Valley 78 to 33, the w1fTI01S were downed ln the regxonal finals bv East, 61 to 52 Alex Saudargas rluunv hls first vea1 as head basketball coach, put tovether a team that broke foul former West luvh scounff l6C01dS The record fo1 the most frames won ln a season was ralsed to 20 games, bleakmg the old 1na1k of 16 VICIOIICS In the process of dolng tlus, the WHIIIOIS won 10 stralght Games to set a new lllgll for the most successlve wms Ah N1CllOl8S then proceeded to smash the old ln dxvldual scoung 1CC01tl of 313 by nettlng 396 1311163 for an average of 15 9 pomts 111 each game Wllen the sea son ended, the WHIFIOTS had dropped 1n 1393 markers to shatter the former record by 339 polnts Malntalnlng an ivelaffe of 40 pel cent of thelr shots at the hoop, the Sunsettets ws ere eonsldered the most deadly qulntet 1n the state ln thelr Qll0OtlI10' accuracy Nell Santee, Ray Dall Osto, and La Verne Sehuneman set up most of the plavs and chd the majouty of the defenslve work Ab NlCl1Ol3S, hd Carpenter, and ,lohn P1athe1, probably the greatest ollenslve comblnatlon evel to don West l110'l1 unlforms, shared the polnt maklng Burk Row Alex blllllllgls lmonhl T Elmore. S Hebert: D 'lllporll J Pun, B locllm A Rltlill J Pence ,l C0ll3PIgflllll'IilgC1l Front Row l lohn'-on lmmagell R Hargrove 1' COHIIIIII J Prather A NlCll0llb E Clrpenter N Slntee R Dall Oslo, W .lone Cman lgerl f an 153 I L DL C- U - 1: - , ' ' ' - ' . ' 1 1 s' -' . 1 A i . . . , U .. u . . .Q . 1 . I . . . E . A . In . . ' 1 t 1 . u ' . ' x .04 H - . 1 . . ' ca ' . 1 . .A , . k . . . ' . 1' . ' - . 1 . . ' C, , , , . . T . . . . ., . . . .U . . . . . . U .. U o - . . v . I , - . . -. . . I., , , 1 , . I T . . . 1 . 0 . ' I , , 1 , ' 1 . 4 , .' - -' ' ' . ' J ' 2 o . ' ca I o u .1 ' 1 . N I . 1 , U . I ' - in 1 - 1 - 4 u 1 n v T s an ' 1' ' .' . V Q P .1 l -1 Q Q 1 -0 . . '. 4 I '-. 1. , ,..'. ', . as . , . '. . ,J .x ,... ' t, . ., . . L . : , . , : Q 1 ' ' , . , '. 1 , . ' , - . 1 ', . 2 , . 1 , . . s z . . V , - E. ' - ' ' . -4 '13-eff - f W I' v ' It 1 . . , tm Hu ' :gf 'Hu . 1 - f , L, t 1 . ' ' .V V 1' ' ' - ' ' ' ' ' ' ' 'A :ll ' 1' lf '- , I 3 41.4 - . . , I 1 . lr . -f :gl N 5 E 4 - Jfi. I I . 0 .X . VARSITY Cross-town tilts highlighted the basketball season. In the first East-WI est meeting the Rabs won by one point in a double overtime while the spectators went wild. The Warriors won the second game, 43 to 37, to break a jinx which East had held over West for five years. Both 'teams won their Hrst two regional games and, therefore, met in the final game which the E-Rabs won from a fighting Warrior quintet, 61 to 52. DE KALB TOURNAMENT West Opponents 45 Waterman 42 54 Peoria Spalding 44 62 Rochelle 33 40 Glenbard 49 XV EST VARSITY BASKETBALL 74 Harlem 48 95 Dixon 50 44 Joliet 66 47 Beloit 40 51 Freeport 35 44 East Moline 40 52 East Rockford 53 48 Sterling 46 62 Elgin 43 59 LaSalle-Peru 46 56 Rock Island 44 58 East Aurora 33 69 Beloit 47 52 Freeport 40 43 East Rockford 37 57 Belvidere 45 4.5 West Aurora 47 4,5 LaSalle-Peru 38 REGIONAL TOURNAMENT i 61 Harvard 29 78 Stillman Valley 33 l kf 'rl 61 . . 52 East Roc 01 In the top picture Ed Carpenter 1325 tries a jump shot while m the lower photo he sinks an set shot as Schuneman l3ll screens for him. Ed Carpenter Fred Coffman Ray Dall Oslo Bob Locklin Ah Nicholas Center Center Guard - Guard Guard 154 Junior Varslty boys gun valuable experience hy pl lying md studying l0g6lll8l long hours 'lfler chool JayVees Show Drlve By Scormg 403 Polnts fhe ,lun1o1 Vfuslty wound up a very successful season Wltll a SCO1'Cl1lUg H1l1Sl'l, wmnlng the last five games and dlsplaymg excellent duve Playmg a ten game schedule, the Scouts sco1ed 408 pomts to then oppo nents 331 and eomplled a 1CC0ld of seven uctoues and th1ee defeats One of these losses was 1n an OVC1 tlme, whlle st1ll another frame was lost hy one polnt Openlnff the11 season wlth Janesvllle, the Jay Vees lost a heart breaker by a 32 to 31 sco1e The followmv week the Scouts downed the East Rockford ,lun1o1 Vars1ty, 41 to 37 Tlus was the Rahs fi1st defeat on the11 home H001 ln an OVCIUIIIC, a St10llg Belo1t qulntct downed West, 38 to 34 The Belvldere Bucs we1e the next team to fall before the Scouts By em ploylng tllell fast break, tl1e Cdl1lplS1l1lCll lollcd ovel Belvldere Hoopstels, 47 to 33 ln then second frame Wltll East, tl1e Scouts lost to the Rahs, 46 to 31 Play mg the p1el1m1nary game lJ6f01C a home clowd, the ,lav Vees Hoored Janesvllle Ill thelr second meetmff, 57 to 30 FIOIH then on the Scouts downed Kukland, 32 to 23 Belolt, 47 to 25, and Belv1de1e, 43 to 41 In the top photo at the left 1S the ,lunlor Varslty squad Top Row J F1tZIJHU'1Ck ,I Duscoll .l lVoodward, T Arnett, .1 Evans, J Nexlson, R Callrhan, and M1 Can1p1s1 lcoachl Bottom Row B Larson, H East wood, D Caskey, E Kasch, ,I Thayet, C Blanck R Schmellnv, C Anderson Not only d1d the Scouts spend hours sctnnm 151119, hut they also 1e'11ned a neat deal from then chalk talks Members of the team ale seen ln the lower plctlue at the left recclvlnff lnstructlons for a new play from then CO'lCll John Pr llhu Jun Pri: e S un Reber ca LaVernc btllllllhllldll Nell Santee F oru arzl Forward Forward Guard Forward 155 ' 1 , ' Y h ,I ' V Q 0 ' - w I ' - , . 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Braves Show Strong Defense in Conference Play Opening the season with a slow start, the Braves came to life in the latter part of the season to place second in the Belvidere Tournament. Playing a 21-game schedule, the sophs scored 789 points to average 38 points a game. Sparked by Charles Bietau, Dick Gleichman, Dick Kohlhagen, ,lim Allen, and Millard Countryman, the Braves held their opponents to 773 points for one of the best defensive records in their conference. How- ever, their lack of height slowed down the oifensive pace. Despite this handicap the Willsonmen wound up the Big Eight season in the first division. After winning their first four games, the Braves were downed hy Freepo1't's Pretzelettes, 53 to 40, on the Pretzels' home floor. The following week East Rock- ford was vanquished hy the sophomores as Bietau and Allen accounted for 26 of West's 43 points. Against Sterling and Elgin, the Braves' luck ran out on them. Sterling defeated them, 28 to 21, while Elgin downed them, 45 to 36. LaSalle-Peru found the striplings much less pleasing., however, when the future War- riors rolled over the Cavaliers, 46 to 37. East Aurora .lim Allen Charles Bietuu Millard Countryman Louis DeBenedetto Dick Gleichman Guard Forward Guard Forward Forward 156 Jim Allen, top, goes in for a basket after out-running his opponents. Bottom, the Braves' Dick Cleirhman pulls down KI rebound. was the next team to feel West's pinch. The Tomcats, unable to bottle up Bietau and Countryman, who netted 15 and 14 points, respectively, were defeated, 44 to 30. ' On January 31 the Braves, playing against Beloit, were unable to stop tl1e Purple's offensive thrusts and unable to hit the hoop themselves, the sophomores were defeated, 53 to 26. Up until the last four min- utes of the second Freeport game, the Sunsetters com- manded a four point lead. However, the Braves were unable to withstand the Pretzelettes' final drive and were defeated, 37 to 32. The Braves won a thriller from East Moline with Bietau and Kohlhagen leading the attack. West managed to maintain a three point margin throughout the game and came out on the long end of a 35 to 32 score. The next week the Braves lost a heartbreaker to the E-Rabs, 49 to 44. Glieehman led the West attack, but the Rablets held a three point lead at the end of the half which the Sunsetters weren't able to overcome. With the whole team hitting the hoop, the Westsiders trounced Belvi- dere, 48 to 39. West Aurora proved to be a stumbling block for the Braves. Although they put up a terrific battle, the Blackhawks won the game, 40 to 36. Roll- ing up their biggest score of the season, YVest again won over LaSalle-Peru, 49 to 36. Entering the Belvidere Tournament as an underdog, the Braves showed their ability. They promptly pro- ceeded to walk over St. Thomas, 30 to 21. Next, they avenged their earlier defeat by squeezing out a 31 to 30 victory over Elgin. The following afternoon the Braves licked a strong Dundee quintet, 37 to 28. Mov- ing into the finals, the Willsonmen were defeated, 41 to 31, by WV est Aurora. However, the Braves wound up their season by bringing home the well-deserved trophy for second place. Dick Kohlhagen .lack Kramish Nick Linkouras Harold Reufer Bob Weber Center Center Center Guard Forward 157 I THA URAL Eight teams named for favorite universities played a two round tournament in this year's intramural basketball competition. The teams and their captains were Northwestern, John Prather, Illinois, Ab Nicholas, Kentucky, Chuck Blanckg Iowa, Fred Coffman, Notre Dame, Dick Keeneng Wiscoxisin, Ed Carpenter, Michigan, lViln1er .lonesg and Ohio, La Verne Schuneman. Games were played twice a week during October and November with reserve players officiating. Because of the keen competition, upsets were frequent, and all the games were closely contested. At the end of the scheduled rounds, three teams had identical records, Northwestern, Illinois, and Ken- tucky, with eleven wins and three losses. In the play-offs to break the tie., Northwestern defeated both Illinois and Kentucky to take undisputed first place. A flip of the coin gave Illinois the second place ribbon and Kentucky the third place ribbon. E ' ',-,i4':- , , -.,....A..., ...J A .-',t,','.k.. 4 'ia 'i -' two W' .LETCY E ' Q ' - EQHEJI TEAM CAPTAINS: Standing C. Blanck, L Schuneman, E. Carpenter., F. Coffman. Kneeling D. Keenan, J. Prather, W. Jones. WINNING TEAM: J. Driscoll, D. Tripodi, D. Larson, M. Anastase, H. Nelson, J. Pra- ther Kcaptainl. 158 TENN s, GoLF The West High tennis squad opened the 1947 season hy tying East Rockford in a 13 to 13 deadlock on April 17 in the first of the inter-school matches. During the competition our boys won six dual meets, lost three, and took first place in the IHSA district meet. In the Big Eight conference meet, the tennis 'team placed third. Under the direc- tion of Coach James E. Rose., two of our netmen, Dan Hamia and Duke Levis, qualified for the state meet. During the 1947 season our golf squad, coached by Mr. Milo Yvillson, won eight dual meets while losing only three. After tying for first in the Freeport invitationals, our linksmen captured second place in the IHSA district meet. Among the returning lettermen at the start of the season were Dave North, Jim Mott, John Floberg, and Larry Kirkpatrick. Dick O,Keefe, a sophomore showing great promise, also received a major letter. Dave North turned in 76, the lowest score of the season. S. Blumenthal. R. Butler. GOLF-Top Row: L. Kirkpatrick, J. Mott, D. Countryman, Mr. Willson Qcoaclll, J. Floherg, R. 0'Kecfe, J. Goerlitz. Bottom Row: J. Nielson, R. Callihnn, D. Pennock, D. Augspurger, D. North. 159 TENNIS--Top Row: R. Turner, H. Berg, Mr. Rose fcoachl, D. Hanna., J. Franklin. Bottom Row: P. Fisher, D. Borg, R. Searle, West High Cindermen Capture Many Honors Although it rained during or before the majority of the 1947 track meets, the Warrior cindermen splashed to many victories. Seven firsts were captured at the East-West dual encounter by Willis Anderson, 120-yard high. hurdles, Jim Cooper, 100-yard dash, Gordy Johnson, 440-yard rung Merwin Hodel, 200-yard low hurdlesg .lim Cooper, 220-yard dash, Don Ellis, high jumpg and Tom Hopper, pole vault. In West's 61 to 42 triumph over East, two records were broken hy Hodel in the 200-yard low hurdles and Hopper in the pole vault. Hodel's time of :24.1 heat the time of 124.2 set by .lake Gulotta of West in 1945, while Hopper's vault of 11' 4 broke the height of 11' 1 set hy Hughes of the E-Rahs in 1943. Upset hy Freeport, a darkhorse, the district title was taken from the possession of Rockford High Schools for the first time since 1926. West placed second and East third in the most important meet of the season. Three firsts enabled six trackmen to qualify for the state meet. Those who qualified were Royal McMullen in the broad jump with a leap of 20' 11 , Ray Dall Osto in the discus with a throw of 129' 1 , and the half mile relay 'team composed of Rebecca, Hodel, Johnson, and Cooper, who traveled the distance in 1:36.5. The top five point men of the 1947 team were Dall Osto, 353 Hopper, 34, McMullen, 33, Cooper, 32, and Hodel, 28. Major letter winners were Cooper, Dall Osto, Hopper, Anderson, Woods, Johnson, Blazer, Pence, Hodel, Ellis, McMullen, Peterson, Locasio, Bonaguro, Giovingo, and Rebecca. . . ta-gif V r :mn J.. M . ' ' 160 TRACK Opposite, Upper Left: Sam Rebecca starts the half mile relay while Gordy Johnson, third man on the team, waits in Wcst's lane. Upper Right: Gordy John- son receives the baton from Merwin Hodel out in front at the district meet. Lower Left: Dave Peterson starts the half mile for West during the district meet. Lower Right: Jim Cooper is second in the 220. Upper Right: Tom Hopper goes over the bar during district competition. Center Left: Dick Zander, Jack Truitt, and J im Price watch as Ray Dall Osto strives to improve form as he puts the shot. Center Right: Dave Peterson, John Locasio, Don Tucker, Gordy Johnson, and Cedric Blazer line up for a practice start. Lower Left: Merwin Hodel., Don Ellis, and .lim Cooper look on as Willis Anderson demonstrates hurdling form. Lower Right: Tom Hopper ponders. hh.. On our tour we must not overlook the fine swimming team practicing faithfully in our beautiful, modern, pool. In the opening meet of the season at New Trier, Kinnie Smith and the medley relay team tied the pool record. Swimming against Peoria, West took five first places for a 4-6 to 29 win. Dave Pennock, hard work- ing buck stroker, and Chuck Perricone won the diving event. Chuck Williaxlis and Dick Baker turned in some of their best times in the crawl, as East was washed under. Phil Mattison, the speedster of the team, made an excellent showing at the Clinton meet, which Wrest lost 44- to 31. In a return meet two weeks later West defeated Clinton, the Iowa State Cham- pions, 4-3 to 32. At Maine, West had an easy victory. Don Casey, who has a good glide stroke, and Bill Speed Dewey were among the first placers. On February 17 East High School was again swamped. It was Vince Verace this time who took the back stroke, and Paul Fisher came in close behind Smith in the breast stroke event. In the Oak Park 'tri- angular meet, Oak Park scored 7, East 31, and West 22. Ending the season, W'est broke two records and placed another relay to take fifth in the State meet at New Trier. Smith, who was undefeated all season, set a new state record of l:06.l in the 100-yard breast stroke. Established by the team of Verace, Smith, and Mattison, the new state 150-yard medley relay tilne is 1:23.7. Our 200-yard relay team, with Baker, Casey, Dewey, and Mattison placed third. SWI M NG Z' Z ,gy-I Two breast stroke swimmers, Kinnie Smith and Paul Fisher, await the starting signal. 162 Top Row: 0. Webb Cmanagerl, N. Hamilton, H. Jewell, P. Fisher, E. Conklin, Mr. Beyer fcoachl. Second Row: D. Casey, B. Dewey, V. Sympson, D. Pennock, V. Verace, P. Mat- tison. Bottom Row: C. Williams, D. Angs- purger, K. Smith, R. Pennock, R. Strieby, C. Perricone. At top left picture Mr. Beyer gives pointers to Verne Sympson, Edward Conklin, Ronnie Pennock, and Dave Pen- nock. Chuck Williams, now converted into a fine crawl stroker, executes a front jack-knife, top right. Watcll- ing Charles Perricone hcfore he dives from the board are divers Reid Strieby and Chuck Willialiis, bottom left. Un a swimming team the manageris duties are many. 'G0z Welnli, bottom right, is shown distributing towels and noseelips to Neil Hamilton, Dave Augspurger, and Reid Striehy. Crawl strokers and hack strokers did a marvelous piece of work all during the season. Our crawl relay team, which placed third, gave their all in the state finals. All the records that were set in state this year were made by 'Sour team. That is a record to he proud of! Witll Verace, a Hash on the 50-yard hack, starting, Smith, the fastest breast stroker in the state, secondg and Phil Matti- son, a powerhouse, hringing up the rear, is it any wonder that we have a medley record? VVe are proud to he represented by this group of boys heeausc they have worked themselves up to he one of the finest swimming teams in the midwest. I F 163 BASEBALL Last year our baseball team, under the direction of Coach John Wyetli, won five games and lost only one during the season. Our squad started the year April 25 with a rousing victory over East High, 6 to 1. Bill Cavanaugh, the winning pitcher, also took the batting honors. Then on May 1 our team beat St. Thomas, 11 to 5. Ray Dall Osto led the squad in hitting, and Bill Cavanaugh was again the winning pitcher. In their third straight victory, our squad again defeated East High as Bill Cavanaugh pitched and Sam Rebecca and Rusty Wharton shared the de- ciding hits. On May 13 Bob Lane pitched West to a 9 to 5 victory over Belvidere. Our players began the state tournament competition by winning from Winslow on a default May 19. Following this, our representatives lost to Belvidere, 4 to 3. Top left shows S. Rebecca, J. Evans, L. Randall, D. Marth, and B. Dall Osto grouped around Coach John Wyetli. At top right B. Cavanaugh is pictured as he scores. J. Evans awaits turn at bat. Bottom left, B. Lane, K. Bull, J. Vaughan, K. Johnson, and B. Cavanaugh. Holding bats at bottom right are A. Carter, A. Briscoe, and B. Wliarton. 164 CHEERLE IJERS to As we near the end of this lap of our journey, we shall make a hrief visit to the cheerleaders. At cvery home game, rain or shine, this hardworking group gives moral support to the team and promotes pep among the students. This year, in addition to the five veterans, Bill Greenhow, Carol Mittelstadt, Jeanne Reilsch, Maxine Schreiber, and Le Ura Vlfalker, there were three new members on the squad, they were Phyllis Clark and Angie Maggie, hoth sophomores, and Dorothy Van Barriger, a junior. In the top left picture Le Ora, Jeanne, Carol, Maxine, and Bill appear as they are about to lead the cheering section in the Warrior yell. Dorothy, Phyllis, and Angie, top right, are practicing a new cheer as Miss Lena Scandroli, adviser, looks on. Appearing bottom left are Maxine, Le Ora, Bill, Carol, and Jeanne. The girls are wearing their new outfits, which consist of red and black plaid skirts, pleated all the way around, and stylish white blazer jackets with black R insignias. The cheerleaders are keeping warm in their parkas at the East-West football game, bottom right. Seated, left to right, they are Dorothy, Maxine, Le Ora, Bill, Carol, Angie, and Jeanne. 165 i Lg 4 Ci i V 1 EDU UU .3 1.2 ll EEE UUE Q dl L4 La S Y ff ' 2 1 We Recognize Our Leaders National Honor Society Perhaps the most coveted honor at XVest is election to membership in the National Honor Society. Since the requisites are high and the percentage of juniors and seniors to be admitted is limited, we are proud to see leaders ol' our respective classes meet the stand- ards of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. Jody Hickox and Alfred Makulee, last ycar's vice president and president, are shown leading tl1e pro- cession at the society's initiation in May, 1947. In the middle and bottom pictures are leaders in- ducted in 1947. Back Row: Joan Behr, Donna Karlin, Mary Arnett, Patricia Grant, Alice Owens, Alice Rct- sinas fsecretaryj, Irene Tanner, Lucille Stone, Norma Dal Santo, Diana Jolly, Velia Girardin, Ann Hall, Lorraine Borst, Eleanor Early, Zola Grant, Alice De Jong, Betsy Finkenstadt. Front Row: David Berg, Dudley Johnson, Jack Chamberlain, Stephen Gebbia, Robert Lorenzen, Richard La Budde, Verne Malueg, John Floberg, Ray Hakala. Back Row: Doris Mecnen, Suzanne Perkins, Antoin- ette Madison, Betsy Wfalker, Jean Schill, Patricia Reed, Doris Pohl, Jean Altenberg, Mary Jane Penni- 111311, Mary Lib Schmitz., Elizabeth Sedlack, Judith Steiniger, Suzanne Yvestlund. Front Row: Frank Rally, Albert Nicholas, Jerry Parlee, Richard Wilsoxl, Ralph W'oods fpresidcntl, Willa1'd Greenhow Qvice presidentl, James Wilsoli, David Rogers, James Con- ner, Charles Patterson. Members not in pictures: David Marth, David North, Polly Prassc, Kathryn Vogeler, Russell Wl1a1'to11, Richard XVYJIIIICY, Frances Wood, Elizabeth Bartlett, Dorothy Dean, Marilyn Marshall, Dorothy White. Athletic Scholarship Society Each year the American Legion awards a plaque to a senior boy outstanding in athletic ability and schol- arship. David North, 1947 award winner, is shown with Mr. Frank Thomas, 1910 Rockford High School athlete, and Mr. Ralph Cotta of the American Legion. Dave was well qualified for the award because he was a football, basketball, and track squad member for three years and an honor student. Elected to the National Athletic Scholarship Society before fall, 1947, members are shown with their leader. Back Row: Tom Elmore, David Peterson, Gordon Johnson, Dick Baker, .lohn F ranklin, Reed Searle, Mr. Blue Qadviserj. Front Row: Ralph Woods, Ray Dall Osto, La Verne Schuneman, Edward Carpenter, Albert Nicholas, James Conner, and Dick Zander. Scholastic standing for three consecutive semesters equal to the general average of all students and the earning of one major or two minor letters in scholas- tic sports are the requirements of the society. These boys from the fall, 1947, football squad were in- ducted. Back Row: .lim Cutler, Richard Wllarton, Glenn Anderson, John Powell, .lack Bradley. Front Row: Bob Oliver, Tom Arnett, David Carlson, Cedric Blazer, Howard Bannen, Sam Rebecca. Members not in pictures: Joe Fasulo, Lawrence Lueido, Phillip Mattison, .lohn Nielsen, Frank Sparacino. 2' Q ,Z 1 I i gf - Q L x l Their Work Well Done Mary Bartlett is pictured, top left, with David Caskey, James Allaben, and Alberta Sheldon, fitting the final block on the large cross which was entirely red at the campaignis completion, showing that West was 100 per cent in the annual Junior Red Cross membership drive. W' hen each homerooln became 100 per cent, a red plaque was placed over the corresponding space. Since Wlcst High was 1947 lllinois Debate Champion, Purdue University invited our representatives, Dud- ley Johnson and Erwin Bettinghaus, bottom left, to attend a discussion on the Purdue campus before an audience of Indiana high school speech students. At the meeting the boys debated against a team repre- senting Flint High School, Michigan State Champion, and by being victorious, brought another honor to our school. ln a Halloween Art Contest sponsored by the Rock- ford Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Doty, Eileen Bradsteen, and Dolly Wakefield, bottom right, grand prize winners, receive their award from Mr. Walter W'oodcock, Chamber of Counnerce assistant secretary. 170 Memorlal Ceremony DIIOIIQOI ed bv the West Hlgh School EdHCdtlOIldl Asso clatlon, the DICIHOIIHI T1ee Plantmg Celexnony, on NOWCI1llJC1 10 l947 paul tulmte to founu West and lioekfold Hwh School boys wl1o s'1e11Hecd then 1lVCS 1n World Wm Il Mr James E Blue, p1ll1C1ll'll, top right, 19 sl101x ll plantlng tlle fllSt pm onli tl ee Wltll M1 ,I LHWVICIICL HC1Z0g, XVHE51 1ep1ese11lal1ve, as SlSllll'f lum Ll'il6I111'lf mtently as Attoxnev .lolln L. M4Ca1ll1y lower le t, made the dedleatlon adchess ale M1 Blue, M1 Be1na1d Sclull WHEA lJlC'31Ll6I1t, M1 Helzog, Second C0llUlC0'atlOIl3l Cl1u1cl1 TI111-tv QIX stu1 dy wounv t1f-es WVCIC planted as 1 l1VlIlU 111eu1o11al to the braxe younlf heroes wllo Have then llves that we llllgllt l1ve ln a free country Parents of the Gold Star boys were honored guests at the QC1'V1C6 ,lean XVl11tel1ead presldent of the W est H1gl1 Student COllllC1l, 19 plctuled lower rzght, t'llli1I10' to ICPIG senlauves of vetuans 01'gll'11Ldl1Ol1S at the ceremony Standing D1 R D Stltlel, Veterans of Forelgn W us M1 C. E Johnson, Navy Club Seated Mr R Cotta, Ameucan ICUIOII., lllx W M WVebster Amen can Vetuans, lNavV, M1 J M Donaldson, Amencan VCICIHHS, Army 171 Q N ' ' ' Q 1 ' . . , K . ' .' . , . r, 4 7 9 ' ' I - . I 'D K .' . ' . 1, . A. U . . .R . 5 . X . Y -. I I V 7 us. . . ' 7 . K ' - Y . 1 .. 1 . and the Rev. Joseph Cleveland, D.D., pastor of the 6 . C ' . . ' 1 'lv' . if U r, 1 - ' . 1 . A ,D - ' 7 I I 3 ' I 1 . U U M . 5 . Y . A L , ,,, ' 3 ' , . g ' U ' ' ' - 'il ' I i ' l1I , l I I . I 5 . T: LQ '. . . A T . . : . . .' J U' . ' .D . . ' N 7 4.'- ,. 1 . . - ROTC Awards At the Eighth Annual Military Ball, january 23, four cadets were chosen for special awards on the hasis of their records in the ROTC department. Shown are Sgt. Lowell Wvarfelg Bob Packard, junior, Dan Hanna, hattaliong Stuart I-Iyer, senior, and Sgt. Isaac Smith. Ronald Pennock was the sophomore award winner. These cadets were found to possess outstand- ing military attributes. Each year the Rockford Newspapers, Incorporated, honor three ROTC cadets. Military skill, character, leadership, service, and scholarship are subjects con- sidered in the selection of these hoys. David Berg, junior, Jerry Parlee, senior, and Phillip Lee, sopho- more, are pictured receiving their medals from Sgt. Warfcl in a 1947 spring assembly. The American Legion Military Award is presented to the outstanding company the night of the Competi- tive Drill. Last year Company A was the winner on the basis of leadership, loyalty, application, disci- pline, fidelity, and cooperation. Mr. Ralph Cotta and 1947 Battalion Commander ,lohn Floberg hold the plaque while Sgt. Warfel and Lt. Col. John W. Brit- ten watch. Assembly Awards An ABL plaque is awarded each year to the senior girl who rates highest in scholarship, character, and service. This girl is chosen hy a committee consisting of the principal, dean of girls., senior counselor, Eng- lish department head, and ABL adviser. Award win- ner in 1947 was JoAnn Olson shown receiving con- gratulations frorn Mr. James E. Blue with Miss Elsie Beatty, ABL adviser, approving. Through the Chicago alumni of the Rensselaer Poly- technic lnstitute of Troy, New York, a deserving senior hoy is awarded the Rensselaer medal for math- ematics and science. Faculty members of the science and mathematics departments elect the outstanding student. Alfred Makulec received the medal in 1947. Former award winners were Stuart McConkie and Donald Straznickas. In the annual Daughters of the American Revolution Citizenship Contest, one girl is elected by the seniors and teachers to represent our school. After each school has chosen one girl, there is a state-wide draw- ing, and the winner is given a trip to Wasllillgton, D. C. Joanne Maynard, West High winner, receives con- gratulations from Lucille Stone and Marilyn Mcln- tosh, runners-up. 74:1T3t35?Ti59 rm-- 159? 'tml May Festival Each year we select eight senior boys and eight senior girls as candidates to compose the May Court for the colorful May Festival. At the traditional festival we witness the coronation, enjoy the songs of the choral groups, and view the picturesque May Pole dance. Royal McMullen and Veronica Bunk were crowned king and queen in 1947. Among our many classmates participating in this vivid festival are members of the band, orchestra, and choral groups, and sixteen senior physical education girls. Eight girls were honored hy the students as candidates for I947 queen. Back Row: .loan Clouser, Alice Rae Owens, Mary Arnett, Veronica Bunk Cqueenl. Front Row: Jody Hickox, Bernice Muti- incr, Kathryn Vogelcr, Patricia Mittelstadt. Members of hoth courts are presented to the students in an assembly the day of the festival. At this time, we are told of each canditlate's activities while a West student. Boys selected for the 1947 court include the following: Back Row: Kenneth Johnson, Russell W'harton, Stephen C-ebhia, Roy Oliver, Daniel Niel- sen. Front Row: Royal McMullen Ckingj, Jerry Par- lee, Victor Faith. Special Recognitions At the Publications Banquet outstanding Owl and W'arrior workers are awarded Ill6lTllJ61'Sllip in the Quill and Scroll, international honor society for high school journalists. Present members are shown. Standing: Mary Kremeyer, J eaune Willianls, Eleanor Early, Pat Cromwell, John Marsh, Marcee Bain- bridge, Charles Morreal, Betty Bartlett, Gloria Swen- son, Lillian Daugirda, Georgia Doty. Seated: Bar- bara A. Jones, l-lalene XVhitfield, Ann Hall, Robert Agnew, Donna Weelis, Nancy Nelson. Among the many essay contests in which English stu- dents enter was the competition sponsored by the Quiz Kids. lVhai1 America Means to Mew was the topic discussed in this nationwide contest in which l2,000 entries were submitted. Dick Dugan and John Compton, both seniors, placed in the contest. They are pictured wilh Miss Lois Dilley, English depart- melll head. Throughout the school year many art students con- tribute numerous services to the school. Among the outstanding artists, chosen by Miss Floy Dentler, were Don Sechler, annual croppingg Joyce Roen, senior play advcrtisiugg Joe Donnelli, Cl11'lStIllZlS program, Don Peterson, linoleum block prints for the Owl, Dorothy Vallortigara, senior playg Beverly Shaw, operetta publicity. 5 c4Upper 109, Girls, Boys All tours must end as must our high school careers. During the second semester of the school year, twenty top seniors, ten boys and ten girls, who rank highest scholastically for the entire three years are named. Membership in this group signifies concentrated study throughout the high school course. From these twenty outstanding students, seniors elect one girl and one boy to represent them as commencement speakers. Betty Bartlett and James Conner were chosen this year for that honor. Elizaheth Ann Bart- lett, Elaine Anita Cone, Dorothy Lucille Dean, Alice Irene Delong, Eleanor Elizabeth Early, Donna Lou Mahan, Marilyn Louise Marshall, Doris Jean Meenen, Suzanne .lane Perkins, and Halene Wllitfield were the upper ten girls. The upper ten boys were James B. Conner, John R. Frankenherg, W. Dudley Johnson, Alhert Owen Nicholas, David D. Peterson, Dale Roger Schoonhoven, Fred Woodworth Wliitlock, James Ger- ald W'i'lson, Richard Harold Wilson, and John G. Winning. Elizabeth Ann Bartlett and James B. Conner were chosen by members of the class of 194-8 to speak on the commencement program. Opposite-Top Row: D. Schoonhoven, D. Johnson, J. Conner, A. Nicholas, J. Frankenberg. Bottom Row: F. Whitlock, QI. Winning. J. Wilson, D. Peterson, R. Wilson. Top Row: A. Delong, E. Early, M. Marshall, H. Wliilfield, E. Cone. Bottom Row: D. Dean, D. Meenen, E. Bartlett, S. Perkins, D. Mahan. Q 176 Marcella Ann Bainhridg Richard H. Baker Elizabeth Ann Bartlett Patricia Louise Buzzell Barbara Ann Carlson Carolyn June Cochran Elaine Anita Cone Janis Anne Conklin James Beynou Conner Sally Johanna Corey Margaret Ann Cronin Doreen Joyce Dahl Lillian M. Daugirda Dorothy Lucille Dean Alice Irene DeJong Georgia Ann Doty Joan Douglas Gertrude Ann Dragunas Eleanor Elizabeth Early Carolyn Joan Emerson Dona M. Fljozdal John R. Frankenherg Ann Elizabeth Hall Helen Louise Hallen Patricia Ann Harris Jean Anne Higgins Marilyn Jean Hocking Virginia Lee Hodges J acolyn Rae Ippen D YV. Dudley Johnson Phyllis Lee MacD0ugall C Mary Ellen McLaughlin Marilyn D. Mclntosh Antoinette L. Madison Donna Lou Mahan Marilyn Louise Marshall Doris Jean Meenen Florence B. Nathan Alice Estelle Needham Albert Owen Nicholas Suzanne Jane Perkins David D. Peterson Cynthia F. Ralston Alice Retsinas A Shirley Mae Rosengren Elinor Agnes Sahin Dale Roger Schoonhoven Mary Lynn Shellenberger Charlene Mae Showalter Irma Lucille Stone Marlene Phyllis Stumpf Dorothy Jane Vallortigara Genevieve A. Wendell Dorothy Lee White Halene Whitfield Fred Woodworth Whitlock Elizabeth Jeanne Wfillianis James Gerald Wilson Richard Harold Wilson John G. Winning Ralph Allan Woods Betty Helen Young to Class of 1943 Honor Roll I COOPEIPS CLEANING WORKS 926-28 'West Slate Street Dial 2-0629 Come to . . . THE ZENITH STORE For the most up to date stock of Popular and Classical RECORDS state and Wfyman Dial 5-5824 ROCKFORD'S FINEST CLEANERS smut lfLE6,ff4 qsgkxw W'-EGR xxrwlx M fx -I 'x X Xu, Q 'xxsfili sig. 'x L, '. 2-4. 'v , . . . '. .-.:. . x N. - Wmrligagifgt N we W x ,.1.-+3 IW. .'I:.jI:,:..I:.-.'C +5 Q , ., I s N 5 'H :NNW ' . :5:5QN':::-A. -.-I3f':f:5:?:7:'F:-. -g,':T:'.Q-q -. - '-223-.s.::.. . '-,A-. ..,:,: , '..I'I 'I. xgI'Q Ql:Z .: '-':I'I.'-'gI .:'QCV.:.. I -TgC:Z:.-Z:'M. 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ROOFING COMPANY Contractors of all types of Roofing o Siding o Insulation 428 N 'th Church Stree Dial 2 0541 'Ta i 179 Day at School Reveals Typical Scenes Top Left: ROTC cadets intently listen to military instructions. Top Right: Library Workers spend their study hall time keep- ing our library orderly. Center Left: Yes, this cheese cake is being cut in a speech class. Center Right: Students enjoy delicious lunches prepared in our cafeteria every day. Bottom Left: The Magna Carta is explained further by members of a government class. Bottom Right: Ahead of these students ascending the stairs is n day of school. ENJOY ALLEN'S ICE CREAM DAILY AMERICAN CABINET HARDWARE CORP. Served exclusively in West High Cafeteria Rockford, Illinois J. I. CASE COMPANY CENTRAL ILLINOIS ELECTRIC 81 GAS CO. Rockford, Illinois Rockford, Illinois 605-611 WM. BROWN BUILDING Williams-Manny-Stevens S1 Engstrom, Inc. Insurance Exclusively Since 1896 iff Phone 3-8451 American Beauty Music House 4 1 I: .., , 1- ' X -r X , . .9 r' K I 4 COMPLIMENTS fnrl ?k-Qi xl- fl , , .5 or 11115 A? Montgomery Ward 81 Co. 141 51 ' 1. - ,MAS R 212 North Church Street R5 MUSIC? 1 GATHE 112 13 Rockford, Illinois Dial 3-7693 404 Seventh St. MANIKIN HOSIERY CO. 51? 330 S. Wylllall Rockford, Illinois Faculty Index Barlass, Helen F, .. ,.... .... , .... 14 Dennis, Robert J. 15, 92, 144, 145 Lucas, Jessie- M. ...... ..,....... l 6, 62 Scandroli. Lena R. ..,..., 12, 18, 165 Eamesf Lgferni F. ..,....,..........,.. gennley, gfargafer .,.....,......,..,,.... 15, Lutz, Virginia K. ....... .........,. 1 6, 20 gi:1hade,C2l1Ave1' .............,. ,............, l S, , . ...............,........ , , , '. .....,,.......,..............,... - ECU, flsflne ---f4---------------'4 BgSi?,eElsiee11,.. .,.....,.....,..... 14, 89, 175 Dggpgg, Lggriam E. 15 Mgrlaaikggifrf C' '4 12' Shumate, Clarence E. ..... .. 12, 18 Berg, George A. ...,.,..,......,.,..........,... 14 Dilley, Lois A. .... 12, 15, 156. 175 Meaae Genmde 1 6 Slagie, Karherme L. ,,..... 12. 18,82 Beyer, Charles A. ......,..........,. , ........ Driebusch, Anna E. ....,....,......,.,. 15, 96 N 1 ' M I I ' Sf Smlth, Isaac D. ..,,....,,.... 18, 124. 172 Blue James Erpy, Charles ....,,... ...,,....... 1 5 021221: Flgdew A 'e ' ,Q Trrrrrrbrr11, George w, ,.,........, 111. 115 10-1132621069227217-P734 Foster, Rurh S. ......... -....-... 1 5, 74 Owens,1Betry J. ..1...i:::.1.::,I..117,20 virrrrrrr, Berrhr J. ,..... ......,..,.,..,... . 18 E353 'r.fEr'Li1161iii'1i1 i1ii11fi3Q1.Tf1.1 12 g75315f6fi5f51d1bd iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiliii'1 31135 113111151522 53.111211 ..1i...:31'1'v, 13: 192 117311151 11.125211'c5 'i3ii2i181 1212113 Briniin' Ma,-io,-ig GUI ,',.-. I ,-,,A.AA, 5, 14 Hamm' Charles R. A'-.A.,-'-lA'44AA. 16,124 Pierce, Marion ...............,................... , 17 Welaer, Fred G. ..,.,..,. .. 12, 18, 156 Briuen, Johnlgllx .... Han-is, Helgn E, ,, ,, ,,,,,,, , ,,,,,,,, 16, 104 Pfaffr Ch3!1e5 M- ------------------------------ 17 yixhnschegckcgilagd .....,...... , . , , H' d, L r D. ....,...... 16,101 R1 , M G, ,,,,,, 12,17,72 EYFMC - . 5 - --AA'4-----'--- ' Buns, Dorothy .,.,,............,..,..........,.,,. 14 Hzjlggi, Arrgielfa ,,,,,,,,,,,,, , ,,,,,,,,,,,, 16, 74 Rzggggn' C1fg,1:ire6- Q--AA--..'l4'4-v-4-4',--I., 17 Whmng, Ednrh 75 ., 91.136 Campbell Jeanne A 14 Horrall, 'rom c. ............,.,.,.... 16.100 Rosg, James E, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,.....,.,.,. W mm Milo EM 9- crrrrpirr, 1-so A ..,,.,. 14,76,144,150 Johnson. Camilla L- ....-..-.-- ------- 1 1-12 , 11'12-80'111'159 ' 19,1-1-1, 145, 156, 159 Carlson, Mary I ..,.,....,............ 14, 70. 91 Keeler, Theodosia 4--A--vA. 77 gabm, .AKICd?- ----------'-'-'1 ---17, 71 Wones, Carolyn R. ....,,.,... 12, 19, Z0 Coxon, Theodora P. .,......,... 14, 76, 98 Klampe C31-1 1-1, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 16 APO1111- nge V11 - -'---1'-'- 8 -7105 Wray. Helen ....,...,.......,............ ....l9, -0 Crull Thomas F ..,r,.,.., .............. 1 5,75 Knill Dorothy A .....r,..... 16 24 26 . . 17-70, -7- wyerh.John W. ..---.--r1-.--- - A ' au , 1 . ................,.,.,... , A V ' 4 Y Curnkr' Mildred 1 7 ' 15 Leibich Mary Louise, ..........,.. 1.161 20 gaugZi'ga.1:1aAiexFE. ....... ,,,... . ..,..,, 81 19 11' 91 11 ' 147 1611 Davis, Mary ..... ........... 15,104 Larrdrrrdrrr, Nancy ..,....., r.,....... 1 61 20 18, 75, 144,149,150 155. 155 zrnrer, Jean ..,.......,...,.......,,,........... 19,97 11Best of Luck to the Class of 194311 51? THE S. K. SMITH COMPANY 2857 North Western Avenue Chicago 18, Illinois SAVE AND BUY THE CASH AND CARRY WAY GRADE NA PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM Try Our New Dairy and Sandwich Bar ICE CREAM, MALTED MILK, SODAS, SUNDAES, SANDYVICHES, and STEACKS McSweeney Farms Dairy DIAL 4--8112 1116 AUBURN Comptolneter School WHEN IT'S BUYING OR SELLING Do vou want to he an specialist? 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Ace, Robert Owen .,.,.....,. ,... , ..,.. 7 5,127 56, 81, 93.107,147,155,169 Adams, Bruce Eldon ,....................... 73 Arnold, Dorothy , ...,.........,.,....,. 21, 56 Adams, Jacqueline Louise ...., ,..... . Adler, Robert William .................. 56 Adams, Patricia A. ..,......,....,.., 76, 198 56 Adrignola, Anthony Carl ............... Arnold, Georganne .,...,....., 73, 96, 97 Arnold, Harold J. ...,....,........ . Arnone, Alice Jeanne ..,...,., Augspurger, David M. ...,. . 76 70 Agnew, Robert ,,., ....,...,. ................... 5 6 , 80, 92,116, 159,162,163 6'2S'58'93'128'111051575 B .1 D ld P 1 ,1 a ura, ona au ..,..........,....... 73 Alberty, Joyce Louise ,. ,.,..., ., .... , .,... 73 Bagley, Thomas .,....,.,... 71, 127, 150 Alfano, Mary T. .....,....,.........,....,.,..... 56 Bainbridge, Marcella Ann ....,...... . Allaben, James Wilson ..., ...,..., I 28, 89, 132, 138, 175 . 13, 28,173 liLg585,3Z2,19g 1050 Baker, Rigiagdl ...,.. ..... . 69 , , 1 , 3 , 17 , . , , 1 5, 1 Allen ,Elizabeth Joan ......,...,. 56,107 Baldinger, Arlene Mae .....,,.,.,...,... 28 Allen, James Eugene , .... ,, ..... ,. ..,,..,.., Bamford, Nancy Lee ...,......,....,......, . 74 74, 150, 156, 157 Banker, Richard ,. ,.,.. ...,......... ,.,........,. 5 6 Allen, Mary Lou ................... ..., B annen, Howard ,... . ,,.,...,... .......... . 56, 83,86, 88,95, 1051 28,95,116,1f15,169 Almond, Charles Arthur ,.,.,,56, 124 Barbee, Jon ...,.......,..........,......,............ 72 Almquist, Joyce Estelle ........,..,.,.... Barber, Leonard John ....,.,.,...,......, f 56,112,113 74,109,111,127 ts Ambach, Gerald ......................,...,.,.... 721 Bargren, Janice ....,.........,... 56, 95, 119 if Anastase, Michael Joseph ..,...,.,.,. 158 Bargren, Jcgce Juanita ,... ....,.......,. 1 O4 If-: Anderson, Arthur Albert .....,.,.....,. Barr, Lois ail ...... ,.., ........ 2 8 , 94, 111 71, 128, 1331 Barr, Vida Ann ,.,., . .,,....,...,...,..... 56, 95 ! Anderson, Barbara Joan .,.,.,,.. 28, 941 Barrelt, Jo Mary ,.., 156, 89, 90, 122 Anderson, Carl Rayiield ,,...,......... 155' Bartholomew, Evelyn .. ......,...... 72,112 Anderson David Edward ,,,,, 28, 92 Bartlett, Elizabeth Ann .,,..,.......,.... Anderson, Glenn C. ...,......,..,.,........ 24, 23. 53, 91, 112, 132,167, 56, 66, 79, 92, 116, 145,169 175,176 Anderson, Joanne Carolyn 1.56, 110 Bartlett, Mary .,............ ,.., ............,..... , . . Anderson, Lorraine Karen ..... 56, 87, 57, 89- 90, 97, 101133, 170 Anderson Lynn Henry ...,,,......,..... 70 Bartlett, William ..71. 72, 126 156 Anderson Marilyn Jean .,.....,...,... 75 BHFUCY, Berry Jenn ,-----,-,. U -,---.-...--- -- 70 Andergon Mary F1-311535 ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 563 Bartscher, JOYCE ...,,......,..................... 72 Anderggn, Ralph F, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 77, 127 Bates, Barbara . ..,.................,............... . 75 Anderson, Robert K. ,...., ., ..,......... 761 BLUES. BCVCIIY Jean ,.....,........,.,....,.,., 75 Anderson Vfiilig B, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 76, 161 Bauer, Franklin William ,.., ...... , Andress, Nancy Ruth. ,..,....,.......,.. 29,114,115 128 A - 21, 71,96,112,1131 Bauer, Roger Duane .....,.....,.. 57,115 Angileri, Connie Ma,-ie ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 74 Baum, Barbara Louise ..................... 29 G ' Thgeia Maria ............... 75, Bzllnglglrgli gzgrol 4 - gast, oores ,....,. . .,.......,.........., , . , , . , . 1 1 R 0 c K F 0 R D l 572511 I L L ' N 0 I S Arbogast, Marlene ......,.......,...,,...,...,.. Beach, Charlene Ernestine ..29 110 . 6, 56, 86, 95, 1341 Beckstrom, Roger Bradley . ,... ....... Armato, Angelina Lou ...... 7, 15, 56 29, 114, 126 Fine Furniture - Carpets - Bedding - Household Appliances ROCKFORD STANDARD FURNITURE CO. Established 1887 1100 Eleventh Street Dial 2-5577 Rockford, Illinois Harry C. West, President-Treasurer Waltct' Franklin, Secretary JAcKsoN Seneca Candy Company 14-04 Seventh Avenue .IEWELERS Dial 3.8633 Since 1921 The House of Sweetsi' wil? Vlfliolesale Candies - Fountain Supplies UALIT Q Y Celo Bags - Novelties DIAMONDS and FINE Same name, same address, same family for WATCHES longer than any other establishment in Rockford 115 West State Street John R. Porter 81 Co. li? Druggists John R. Jackson State and Main Streets A. L. Santee, Manager PRESCRIPTION SPECIALISTS FOR 88 YEARS TALLY-HO 1303 Auburn St. O NOON LUNCHES SHORT ORDERS SANDWICHES U Everything In ICE CREAM SODAS SUNDAES and MALTEDS From Our New Fountain Monday Thru Saturday 7:00 A. M. to 1:30 A. 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Lumber - Fuel - Hardware gk Paints A PLACE TO MEET 0 1015 Yvest State Street Featuring Allenls Ice Cream Dial 2-6677 E and W CAFE Si? 611 WEST STATE STREET DIAL 2-9223 Carney's Confectionery ,lane Carney iff' 2501 Auburn Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS CONGRATULATIONS Perkins, Pharmacy Farm Implements 309 East State Street . 3-2052 1215 Kilburn Ave. First Federal Savings and Loan Association of A Rockford 721 Pearl Ave., Loves Park Coal - Coke --- LUMBER, BUILDING MATERIAL 401 GAS-ELECTRIC BUILDING DIAL 7-7424 Rockford, Illinois ROCKFORD INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED 602.18 SOUTH MAIN STREET Engineers and Contractors Heating - Plumbing - Air Conditioning Automatic Sprinklers ELECTRIC WIRING MOTOR REWINDING POWER EQUIPMENT SHEET METAL WORK PAGEL-CLIKEMAN CO. J. H PATTERSON CO. 5 ROCKFORD DRY GOODS CO. it New Fashions Always First Behm, Dale . ...................,...,,.........,...... .. 29 Beksel, Richard John ......,.............. 57 Belknap, Joyce Dale ........ , ............ Bender, Phyllis Mae .......,....,..,.. 57, Bengston, Wray .,......... 76, 114, 150 Benjamin, Dorothy May ,........ 70, 87 Benjamin, June Aleatrice ..29, 110 Benjamin, Marilyn May ............... 29 Benjamin, Richard William ..,.., 29 Bennett, Nancy Louise ...76, 97, 104 Benson, Roger Alan ..,...,....,... 73, Bond, Jokene .,...... 57, 97, 110, 123 Bonjour, Margie H. ,................. ..,..... 7 6 Borg, 1David , ....,,.... . ...,.................,...... .. 1, 30. 92, 99. 116, 137, 159 101 Born, Beverly Ann ..,... ,........... 3 0, Bortoli, Lena J. ..... 30, 87, 99. 105 Boston, Bourgo, Phyllis Arlene ......... 70, Rob r C I ' Walter M. ......,....,...,....... . 30, 92, 107, 117,127,145 108 Berg, David Glenn ..,.. 93, 168, Berg, Harold W. , ..,.. ........,....... ,....... , . 57, 64, 90,92,102, 159 Bergeron, Virginia Pauline 74, 107 Bergonz, Barbara .... ......,.,.,.,...........,. 6, 29, 58, 88, 90, 134, 140 Berryman, CliB'ord ..............,... 20, 29 Bertchie, Richard ..,..............,.,. 72, 126 Bertotti, Richard Francis ...... 57, 126 Betringhaus, Erwin Paul .....,....,,.. 103, 29. 58, 91.102, 126, 140, 170 Bettinghaus, PhY1liS Jean -I ---. 74. 96 Bowen, er a vin . .,..,.......,..,... , B 5Il756l2,92,105,115,1g7 owrnan, onne .,.,.......,.. .,.... , ..., , Boyd, Roberta Ann ............ 57, 85. 97 , Boyer, Betty Mae ..,........,.,................ 76 Boyer, Martel James ....,..,.....,......,... 30 Boyer, Maynard Marvin ...... 73, 128 Boyer, Patricia Jean .................,...... 74 Bradford, Polly ...,........,,...,....,.,... 72, 86 Bradley, John Edgar ...,....,.....,...,,. 141 147 57. 64,92, 109, , Bradley, Richard Lee .....,......... 58 169 126 Bezdek, Alice Elaine ........,........,..... 77 Bicksler, Iona Arlene .... ,..,..... .... ,... 5 7 Bietau, Charles ...72, 149,150 156 Blackwell, Oscar ...29, 92, 145 146 Blanc, Betty Jane ....,.... 57, 122 123 Blanck, Charles Kenneth ...,........... 57, 58, 107,124,131, 155 158 Blanck, Ralph Edward ..57, 92 147 Blazer, Cedric W. ,,.........,............, 30. 93,117,125,145,146, 161, 169 Bliss, Corinne ............,,..,...,..,.....,... 57, 86 Bloomquist, Sid .................. ,30, 115 Blumenthal, Stanley . ,.,................... 57, 64, 91,102, 113.159 Bocanelli, Emma Jean .,.........,... 70,81 Bodda, Marilyn ........,....,......,.......,..... .. 6,75,85,95. 133.135 Bodda, Ronald F. ...,..,,.....,.,......,.,.... . 13. 30, 128, 130, 145 Bodell, Patricia Ann ...............,.. 77,87 Boettner, Joanne ..,.,,..,.,..., 77, 87, 95 ,State Bradsteen, Eileen ...,...,.... 74, 95, 170 Brady, Richard L. ............,,.... ss 114 TIIBHLGP Brattland, Richard M. .......,...,.,...... , 30, 83, 84 128 Brazzell. Barbara Ann ......,...........,., 74 green, JoEnne1A. ...58, 84, 96, 112 ress er, oug as ...,..... 58,127,130 grewer, Bi-uce ....... 72, 114, 126 rewer, owar raham , ,.,.. . 58, 114 126 STREET Brewster, Jodell ....,............,..,...... 71, 97 Brockman, Sy1wga3,Leag4 .................. , , , 87, 4, 8 Brooker, Audrey ............,....,......... 25 -filulays Brooks, Robert ........,....., 58, 114, 127 Brough, Viola Jean ................,......,... 30 A. GOOII grown, Alfred ,.,............. . ,,., . .,... 77, 150 h rown, Elinor Sue .,...,............... 58, 86 , Brown, Richard K, ...... 58, 127, 130 S 010 Brown, Robert D. ,...,..,..,....,.. 58, 128 Brown, William S. ........,.,.....,.,.,..,... 30 Bruer, Donald ...92, 109, 128, 130 Brunini, Jacqueline Lee , ........... 71, 83 Brunner. Harry Paul ...............,...,,... 75 ' Bucey, Clarence L. ......,...........,........ 73 Boken, Donna Lee ..,.,............,......... 57 Buchanan. Robert B. ...30, 133. 140 Boken, Marda E. .....................,..,........ 75 Budack, Marietta .,... ............,..... 7 3. 96 Bolen, Delores Marie ..,.........,.,...... 57 Budack, Martin Eugene ...,.,., 31, 128 Bolender, Chadwick M. ....... .. ...... Bufalo, Angelina L. .................. 31, 108 57, 68, 83,130 Bufalo, George .............,..........,.. 70,126 Repair ,Em and Wear' 'Em BEAN SHOE SERVICE 114 South W'yman Shoes and Rubbers Repaired Burr Sporting Goods Co. 204 South Main Street ROCKFORD'S OLDEST AND MOST RELIABLE SPORTING GOODS STORE Established 1894 ERIC J. GUSTAFSON Estahlislled 1909 Automotive and Industrial Supplies 4113-4-15-417 S. wIIIll1ClJ8g0 Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS STATIONERY AND SUPPLY HOUSE McFarland Office Equipment Company sir DIAL 3-0427 227-229 S. Cllurch Rockford, Illinois MYERS and YOUNG HOUSE OF FLOWERS 3031 North Main Street Dial 7-9311 HF lowers . . for Gracious Living BALDWIN'S Appliance and Sporting Goods l409 North Main St. Dial 4-4834 OPEN SATURDAY NIGHTS UNTIL 9:00 Prompt Service on all Appliances WOOD DRUG CO. 120 South Main Street WE ARE HEADQUARTERS FOR ROTC SUPPLIES We invite you to come in anytime and see our display. We specialize in medals, buttons, riliv- hons, and chevrons, uGold Brick polish, the famous 'lEsquire shoe polish . . . and many other items. BLOCICS MEN ,S SHOP BARELLI CLEANERS O A Little More Careful O A Little Finer DIAL 3-7452 316 South Court Loop Store at 313 Mulberry St. 803 Montague Street Bull, Kenneth ...........,...,...,.......... ,....., . 19, 31, 82, 92,114,125.128. 130, 139, 164 Bull, Richard Edward 76, 150, 156 Bunk, Leonard .........,..,.............. 31, 101 Bunk, Reva Anne , .... ,.... . 73, 96, 100 Burd, Jacqueline Lee ...,.......,.,.......... 74 Burd, Judith Anne .,..........,.,.,,......... 31 Burgess, Carol Ramona ...,..,..... 70, 87 Burgess, Ruth Elaine .,.. 31, 82, 87 Burns, Phil Howard ...... 58, 85, 112 Burns, William J. ....,.......,.,4....,... 23, 58 Burrier, George Floyd . ...,.,.,.,.,... , 25, 31, 84, 100, 128, 139 Burritt, Louwane ....,....,.., ,.,..... ....., 8 6 Burritt, Richard ,... ., .,....,. 31, 83, 115 Burrows, Betty Ruth ,..., 31, 82, 139 Buscemi, Marie Rose ,...... ....... , 75, 104 Buscemi, Phyllis Ann ...,....,......,..... 74 Businga, Pauline .............,,,....,,....,.,.... 31 Buss, Anne Lorraine .,............, 58, 112 Butler, Patricia Ann ...........,............ 77 Butler, Ralph David ,... . ,,.......... ,..... 57, 58, 64, 91,102,112,115. 147. 159 Buzzell, Patricia Louise .,..,,,..,.. 31, 89 Cady, Robert ............,.......,.........,........... 1 12 Cain, Naomi Fern ......,.. 71, 97, 108 Calamari, Sally Antoinette . .,.,... . 6, 51, 99, 135 Callea, Michael James .....,...,. 32, 128 Callihan, Rodger W. ...58, 155, 159 Caltagerone, Russell Anthony 70, 150 Camlin, Andrew Rogers ,....... , ,... . 6, 32,92,127,134 Campbell, Patrick ..........,.,,......, 75. 109 Canavisi, Karl Joseph ..,,......, 77, 126 Canon, Catherine ...,.,....,.......... 32, 113 Capone, Joseph Edward ......,...,..,.... 71 Capriola, Beverly ..........,........,.,......., 32 Capriola, William Henry ...,.. 75, 150 Cardy, Betty Jean ., .........,,........... 73, 87 Carl, Constance .,..,..,.......,.................... 58, 83. 86, 95, 112, 133 Carlson, Barbara Ann .......,.,...,....... 32, 88. 91, 96,99.113,133,140 Carlson, David Leshcr ..,..,.,....... - .... 32, 58,93,117,133,140,145. 146,169 Dial 3-6625 219 South Main Street Rockford, Illinois Open Monday and Saturday until 9:00 o'clock Carlson, Gordon Stanley .........,..... 58 Carpenter, Edward Eugene ......... 6. 32, 90,152,153,154. 158, 169 Carroll, Phyllis Mary .,...,.,.... 32,108 Carter, Grace Lee ..........,.,.......,......... 58, 95,119,122 123 Carter, Harold ,... . ..,..,..,................,.... 76 Carter, JoAnn Jean ....,..,.,......,...,...... 70 Carter, Nancy Lou .....,....,................... 32 gascio, .gntl'iony1I51vtgZnge2.,5g, ascio, as: ...... , , , camo, can James .....,...,,.,.............. ss NUTRITIOUS gascimblito Sa? ..,,.,. ......,.....,, asey, ona osep ..,........ C k , D 'd H ..,..,............,.. is 'fy fa: ,,,a'7',,,, U, 170 M E A L S Cassioppi, Betty Ann ,,... .......,....,....,. 7 4 Castrogiovanni, John ...58, 64, 145 Cavan, Anna Lee ......... ,.... 3 2, 97 133 , Cavataro, Samuel Joseph ....,......,... 32 served dlllly Chalman, Nancy Carolyn ............ 102 6, 59.85. 86. 90, 95, 98. 108, 132, Chamberlin Janet M. ...........,.,...,.. . 135 74 Chambers, Albert LeRoy ...... 59. 114 Champion, Myrtle Lorrayne 59, 108 Champion, Roberta Lee . ..,.......,... 32 Chance, Alice Louise ...................,.... 77 Chappel, Julianne .....,.......,....,.....,.,... 32 Cherry, Janice .................,........, 72, 112 Cherry, Richard ........,.. ..., ......,..... . ..., 25, 33,113,114,115,140 Choppie, Mary Louise ..,.,........,....... 70 Ciaccio, Michael ......,...,........,,...,.,..,... 18 Clark, Collette Jean .,.....,.....,.... 33, 99 Clark, JoAnn Marie ......,.. 33, 85, 94 Clark, John A. . ..,.,..,.,.,......,.,..,...,...... , 59 Clark, Phyllis ........ 74, 77, 80, 165 Clark, Roger William ................ .... 7 1 Clay, Maxine Berry ..,.........,..,., 33, 111 Clayton, Irma Jean ......... 20, 59, 139 Clements, Beverly Claire ....,.,,.,.,., 33 Clements, Richard Louis .,.......,..... 75 Clendcning, James Darwin .,.,..... 75 Clevenger, William D. .................. 128 J Cobb, Joan Carol ..................,........... Cochran, Carolyn ...33, 85, 89, 112 CoHman, Fredrick Don .,..,............. 33, 107,153. 154, 158 Coil, Betty Jane .....,....... ..59. 85, 108 at the West High School Cafeteria l1en you want you want a photograph ... a Hne photograph and that's the only kind your official photographer takes! 740 M M6120 af Get Together at - , THE CHOCOLATE SHOP BON - TON Third 225 South Main Street . CLEANERS D. N 31101131 1211 5-5512 Bank Rockford's 316 Oldest WEST Banks' JEFFERSON 401 E' m 8 Ros-MOR STUDIO Stjje Dial 243531 230 North Main Street Street Dial 2-1624 D ' Ii SIMONDS RECREATION avi? Carlson F00 Hg 14105-7 North Main 1 Onlpanyl nc' Dial 2,9221 I BUILDERS OF GOOD ROOFS Since 1888 BOXVL FOR HEALTH 1 2501 Charles Street Dial 4-6795 ED . OLSON FR C KINGSTON'S Mortuary mln the Shadow of the Church 'iff 1001-03 Second Avenue Where Dry Cleaning Is Still A Craft 5606 North Second Street PLANT - WINDSOR ROAD Dial 7-8542 J. H. HALLSTROM INSURANCE AGENCY INC. 605 City Hall Building Dial 2.3922 Complete Insurance Service YEAR IN AND YEAR . . F l GUT. . ' Y0U,LL D0 Contract, lde lty and Court Bonds WELL WITH THIS All Forms of Casualty Insurance AGENCY. n Flre, Windstorln, Inland 81 Ocean Marine Life, Live Stock, Crop Insurance Aviation - All risks written thru United States Aviation Underwriters GENERAL AGENTS FOR ROCKFORD TERRITORY Hartford Accident and Indemnity Company of Hartford, Connecticut Claim Ofice .Maintained at 619 GAS-ELECTRIC BUILDING I T0 BE SURE - INSURE NOW We are as close to you as your Telephone -GOBD vg- 'z' -GQQ X 'ND JS 44 1 1 IT' Q fag.: 'Y ae, xg , 'll ' Pl' ' ' . 1 6, ' I . T V - b a qv 4, my J- ,-W. A :Q . ' 'Pr 'ORD coxulf' 200 Sundry Ventures Chase the Gloom . . . V W ' Q7 Top Left: Both high school bands performed on a muddy field during the half of the varsity East-West football game. Top Right: The ROTC boys even have to do c-alisthenics during Federal Inspection! Center Left: Dick Gleiuhman drove over the line for a score in the Sophomore East-West game. Center Right: Zoology field trips aren't always this capricious! Bottom Left: All are ill attention as the Federal Inspecting Officer moves down the line. Bottom Right: Everyone is happy when the day is over. NATIONAL LOCK CO. ROCKFORD CLUTCH DIVISION Rockford, Illinois Borg-Wfarner Corporation ROCKFORD BRASS WORKS A. C. WOODS 31 CO. Rockford, Illinois Rockford, Illinois Colberg, John H111 ........................... 35. 93,117,126, 130,144. 147. 155 Colin, Jacqueline F. .,..,......,.....,..... 33 Colin, Sue Ann .,..................,..... 59, 87 Collier, Sandra R. .....4............,.,..... , 72, 76, 81, 96. 98, 113 Colloton, Helen Marlene ,....,, 5 Collura, Madeline Rita ...,.... 33, 140 Colombo, Johann M. ..59. 95, 111 Compton, John Oliver ,. ......,... .. 9.31 Culhane, Kathleen ,..,..... 34, 99. 119 Cushing, Roger A. .....,....,.,.,............ 59 Cutler, James Dwight ............,........ 21, 59,60,64, S3,92, 116, 169 Dahl, Doreen .,..,.................. 25, 34, 89 Dahlberg, Mary Louise ..., .,,.... 70, 87, 153 Dall Osto, Raymond .. .......... 4... . . 34, 92,116,143,146,148, 33.85, 1, ', ,114,115,125, 154,161,164.169 9 93 99 131,175 Dal Pra, Isidore ..............,..,.,...,...,. 75 Cone, Elaine Anita . ,.....,...,... . ..,. D2U81'1CffY, R0!l21d '.--'- 4 -'-A4-------,4,4--.- 76 33, 79, 89, 90, 94, 176 Daugirda, Lillian ..,..,......,...............,. Conevera, John ......,............,...,.. 33,130 , 6, 34,101.119.134.175 Conklin, Edward James ..,..,..... . ,.,, Davis, Anna ,.,.....,.,.. .,.. .....,....,..,.,,...., 3 4 70 j2,7jl1j0l162,163 Davis, Lloyd G. ..,....,,.,.,...................... 34 Conklin, Janis ...,.........,....,...........,..., Davis, Robert Grant ...,. ..,...,,.. .. 73 19, 33, 80, 88, 90, 108, 135 Dawson, Darrell ..,...,.,.., ..,...,.... 1 50 Conley, Beverly Rose ....,......... 20, 59 Drlv. BEVCUY Diane --.---....4,-,.----...--... 74 Connell, Richard C, , ...... , ....,.......,... 76 Day, Sally Mueller ...... ,.............. .... 7 7 Conner, James Beynon ,...,.., ....... D ayhorf, Lee E. .,..............,,..,... 72, 127 34, 58, 93,107,117,126,140, Dayhoff, Warren A. ....,...,...,..... 59,129 141, 145, 146, 168, 169 Dean, Dorothy L. . ..,... ....., ...,... . . . 176,177 20, 34, 82, 167, 176 Cook, Irene Belle .... , .............,. 34, 104 DeBenederto, Gus Jasper ...7l, 150 Cooper, James ..... ..........,..........,.....,... D eBenedetto, Jo Marie . ., .... 75 34, 101, 114, 160, 161 DeBenedetro, Louis Joseph 70, 156 Corey, Barbara Jane ......,. 6, 71, 135 DeCarlo, Antonina Delores Corey, Delores May ..,,.....,..,....... 34 72, 77, 87, 112 Corey, Margaret Louise 75, 87 DeGrandis, Angelina Marie ...,,,.. . 71 Corey, Sally J. ..,..... 34, 88, 91, 113 Deill, James LeRoy ..,.............,...,..,,.. 75 Corpuel, Lenore ......,...,,... 76, 107 DeJong, Alice lrene .....,...... Countryman, Millard ......,,. .. 23. 35, 88, 97, 98, 168, 176 72, 74, 150, 156 Delia, Angelo Frank .... ,....., . .73, 115 Coxon, Richard Porter ...,...,. 77, 114 Denniston, Robert ..,.,...... ,.,...76, 129 Creagan, James ...,.,.............,....,......., 76 Dfnsmore. Pfltrifia Ann .. ,. 59 C,-egcenzo, Ma,-y Frances -,,,,,,, 59, 82 Devine, Patricia .,,.. .. 35, 110, 119 Crittenden. Marcia Ann ,. Deweefdf. EUSCD9 Elmfl' 59,88,105.122 , , ,70.126.156 Cromwell, Patricia Jane .. .. Dewey, William Wallis, .... .. 59,132,175 1 35,93.116.137,143.162 Cromwell, Richard I.. ,........ ...,.. , . ,... DCWIYY. DODIIH JHIIC --.-..,.-.,-......... 35 72, 144, 150, 156 Dhuse, Herbert Herman .,.,... .. Cronin, Margaret Ann 34, 89, 97 h 59. 93. 123, 147 Cronkrire, Dale Henry 71.82, 126 Dickinson, Gene Paul Crooks, Paul Stewart ........, ,........,..... 3 4 35. 92,115. 147 Crooks, Rober: K. ....,............... . 128 Dickmann. William Paul 159. 147 Cross, Robert I.aVerne .. . 73, 127 Dickson, LaVerne Elwood . Crouse, Berry A. ...,.,......... 76, 96, 110 20. 59. 109. 129 Rockford, 111111018 I ' . E 1 2 ff A Q M My I U H W WM ., ........ .... W ,,.,,M,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,. M, ,E ,,M,,,.,, 4 M'-' 1'.fkM:Q- '?'W?'3'fW' M'TsM 'Q3wifH4i R, Hb, Jf?1',,,' WW T ,Q.W,'5 Nfwfffswm-ffKA1 'fARMLB'XvfNWf . .fG!! , .. ,J mx-NJYFZXKK, x x..JS1.f, R-IXLPSA A 2 XSQ ,ME mwg,-N ,M,,gmxwf45'.1z kvmm H.!nz,A,L .-mQq,,4 NNW --qwqwggvna w MLM - , 012:21-. kkifxwy R, u .MQ sm, .,X ' W wg X ffm f Q f M ww. .,1.,,Q-MM -Nu'-4 , 'M 'W My-ng wing!! g wgggx . , I WM-,W-fn -WM ,gms wgmmafz- V rmwgsx A S H-w.:,M ,gimp -W A755 'kfj QQ Magi W 552-:.U1 ., wwf: ' Q1-H-1,-Y W, A- .Mimi .TIM Hmxg- MMR Wwirvrfx' nwgg,-Z, nggggw' lm-y 'yjwyj-ww N' -vxkwix K 1 , mum ' . z K 7 'yi :NN J, ,,,: X ,, , , 5'! . .. fgfgm ' ' - M 4-ffmum, f A W .dgmmwnf X J. ' mm xw swag I kJ,-fwf.'- ' ,ww xgmngsw 1 E' Mx ,if 1 WH. , 1 fl ,X , ini ' 4 2 sm 1 xy. ,Z AA V k ,Uv MM1 ,JM -,....... Axfxk Nasa vw sm a 1 M. 4 :WMM I K 1 . MW , OU . QE ea FOR THE METALWORKING INDUSTRY FOR MOLDING fy,,fD - 1, li xnnmrnlqi dll f f ,J-fi, 4, 1 .5-gir lff-'P -IF J . ,,.lQ 3 ' in ,MY-Jiipfai' .- in ' f ff' PLA-NERS and SHAPER-PLANERS SHAPERS SLOTTERS THERMOSETTING PLISTICS jgwm' fwiffi 1 Hifi i:1fJ1.' vujsff in N31 fj Quin 2255 203 Eichelberger, Marvin Wayne 75 Dikaimando, Sam Luis ............,..... Emerson, Carolyn Jean .........,.. 36, 88 21, 97, 129 Enderle, Margrette ..,.,....... 36, 89, 90 Dirks, Genevieve Melanie .. ,,.. , ..... 761 Englund, David C. ...... 76, 105, 114 Ditto, Janice Lillian .................,...... 73 Erb, Clifford Peter .................. 60, 128 Dobel, Cecelia Marie .,,..,...,....,.,.... Erickson, Barbara Louise .............. 11 1 - 1, bl G -1 94129, Ongratu atlons 0 E, Eotgla C6 ..... ......... ..... . . , r1C SOD, Ogel' 37 ...........,.........., . Dobler, Betty Jane ...,.,...................., 72 Erickson, Susanne Lou ............ 36, 99 golan,IlDoInald .................. 77 Er13rld5Cjf1, S1ig1f5Y ---- onne i, osep i iam ........... 175 VHHS, 311165 - -------.- , . 1 - Dory, Georgia Ann ...............,........... Evanson, Virginia M. ..---- 20, 36. 93 10 1116 1 6, 1, 111191, 114, 1111, 11, SECURITIES Doyle, Barbara ..,............ ..1...,.,...,...... 5 5 Fahlbffii Dale DUWHYHB --1---..,--.--1 76 . goyle, James M, .,... 72, 112, 113 I1ZHirley3MDonald girome. ........ 73, 112 ragunas, ertru e Ann ......,..,..... 3119. USMC! frrie --1-,-,-,11.1.r.-' 0 Graduatlng ss, as, 119 19236. s4, sv, 94, 98 Driesbach, June Ethyl ...,.,...... 15, 35 Farnham. 1-HDOIIS Jean..60, 82.95 . Driscoll, John Fraggisgg ..,... 8 11i25l11f1, .1If?9P11gf:H..j .,... 145, 146.143 230 S I S , , 1 , 15 in ene on, enn arnes .........,.,...,, 1 - 1 tl DuHey, Paula Marie .....,. ,.,............ . 55 60, 109, 147 Iulc Dulfey, Robert Eugene .,...,... 71, 156f Ferguson, Margarer Grace ............ 60 Dugan, Richard ,,,1,,,,,,, 35, 126, 175 Ferguson, Robert L .,....................... Dull, Orpha Marie .....,,.,.....,.,....,..... 75 , 1 60, 85, 95, 127.135 Duhlgg, Mary Lou .............,......,..... 74. Ffrrrl, 51-153 Margaret ,-r-.-.-..--1--- 60. 108 M Dunlap, M31-ion Delores ,,,,,,,,1,,,,,, Frduccxa, Charles Richard .....,..,.. - . 35,84,88,l15 I 100,117,145 Dunlap, Richard Leslie . .... .......,.. F lSi'i0r, P31-11 7211165 -..r-. 36, 112. 116. 60, 128,147 I 1 140, 159,162 Duryea, Lois ,.,,.....,...,....,.,.. .,,........,....,.. 3 6 Fisk' Anme D ' '-- -'-4------ - 5 7 Dyreson, Joan Elaine .,.,.........., 60, 95 11532. .1QrlE!...j.--H ...-.- izzpatric , o n.. , , , Eager, Robert ,,,,, 50' 93, 112, 126 F1-int, Geraldine ..,..,.,. 60, 111, 122 John C' Ralston 8 Early, Eleanor Elizabeth .....,.....,... F1l0Zdi'1i, DPQH M -....-- 57, 33, 83,107 . 55. 79, 89, 91, 112, 113' 119, Forbes, William .....,........,........,.... 60 Servlces 168'17j' 176 Foss, Barbara Louise.. ..... .......,...,..,. 6 0 Eastman. Katherine Ang, -.--'.,4...,,.1 IIioster,EDorothy . ....,.........,..,...., 60, 119 , g , 1- outs, ugene .....,.............,..,.,.............. ' Eastwood' Harold A1-311,11 99 Frankenberg, John Robert .,,..., Cl1lll'Cll Sl. 64, 117.145, 146,148, 155 , 37,126,177 Eaton, Jacqueline .. ,.,.........,.........,..... 36 Ffankim- 10113111 315255116 1-.'--1-- 6 '. - ' Egler, Julia Ann ...,.....................,,...., 73 1 . , 15 .1 9 Dldl 3 0441 Eichelberger, Walter ...,.... 6, 36, 93 FrCrlCh, IMHES Elmer --..-... 19, 37. 83 Frick, Dorothy Diane ..... 13, 74, 97 Elam, Jetta ............................................. 6, 36. 80, 94, 99, 101, 134 201 E' State St' Ellena, Berry Jean .....,.....,,..,.............. 73 Ellena, Richard Peter .. ..... ............ . . 36, 82, 92, 99 Elliot, Lois Frances ...................,...... 73 Elmore, Estelle Mary ........ 60, 95, 97 Elmore, Thomas ................................. 36,145, 146,153, 169 Frlcke, Karl John .,..,....................... I 60, 116, 126,144,156 Fridley, Eva Jean ........ . .................... 60 Friedberg, Beverly Evelyn .............. U 61, 82, 86 Fritz, Jeanette ..,........,.. ............. 7 2, 111 Fry, Richard H. ............ 61, 107, 128 LOANS Gahm, Jean Rae .......................... 61 , 113 Home Made Candies ICE CREAM . CAKE ROLL SHERBETS PUNCH FOR PARTIES All these at - iff-,yin AN DY ITCHEN Dial 4-2531 1427 N. Main Street Rockford, Illinois Telephone 2-7719 Rockford Printing 81 Supply Co. Printers - Stationers 214-216 EAST STATE STREET ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS HUNTER G. CUTTING lwanufacturing Jewelers - W'atchnmkers Engravers 707 ROCKFORD TRUST BLDG. Rockford, Illinois Dial 3-1852 GULLIN -BOIS Cleaners and Dyers Maill, Office and Plant 2303 Charles St. - 2-6668 116 North Wyman Street 2-7113 3rd and Walnut 2-6434 Human, Esther adm .,.,,.,.,. 62,107 Look no further, Y0lL,u find Americafs finest lines of men's wear here . . . HART, SCHAFFNER Sz MARX CLOTHES Arrow Shirts and Ties - Bostonian. Shoes - Dobbs Hats McGregor S portswear , 124 North Blain Street Gallagher, Vera Ann ,. ....... ...... 71 Hamilton, Charlene 75 Galuzzo, Muse Frank, ......... ,. .... 70 Hamilton, Neil E .,.,., 128,162, 163 Gambino, Doris ,,.................... .,..., 7 5 Hamilton, Valetta Voncille ..,...... 38 Garth, Elaine Phyllis ........, , ..... .. ,.,. 61 Hammer, June Ida ......,.,.,...,........... 38 gayle, Msrylee Virginia ...,.,...,........ gancockwlaanne ..... ..,...,.. 27,3 aynor, enmson .......................,..,.. , anna, 1 iam ante ,... , , Gaziano, Elaine ........,..,....,..,.....,....... 61 38, 125, 130, 159,172 By Pa Gaziano, Ray ,.......... ..... .,...,,,... 7 6 , 150 Hanna, Elizabeth Mary. ..,.,.,.,.,.,., .. gaZiS1no,lguzz1UI1ne Barbara ....,...... H P ii 728182, 122 , C e es, ay ar yn .,..,.......,........... annan, atricia nn. , , 11 Geraci, Guido P .,.,..,...,.,...,.,.,.,...,....... 126 Hansen, Donna Elaine .,........,....... 123 JO' Gfawllf. V112 l--.----'-- ---- 5 1, 37. 103 Hanson, Clark Emerson .........,....... 61 Giamalva, William L. ....,.,,... 37,109 Hargrove, Lila ......,...........,.,.,............. 73 Gibgon, Patricia Ann ,,,,,, 70, 98, 113 Hargrove, Robert Edward 1145, 153 Giovingo, Paul 61, 64, 145, 161 HH1'1Cn- ROSS! 1-ff ---- 61. 114.123 'W 9 Giichol, Joan Ruth, ,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,, 7 6 Harlowe, Vera Page ........,,...........,.... 74 S Gleiqhman, Riqhai-51 Ilzliarringtlgn, 1EgseGAnn .....,..... 7 , 1 , 15 , 157 arrrs, ona , eorge ....,.. .. , FLORAL 128 N' oeritz, o n . ,.,..,.,... ...... , , , , , , . . Goff, Rgyvmgnd Eugene ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Hattie, Barbara ..,.,................,.,.,.....,.... 38 D131 61,106,107,12G,141 Harvey, Gavln C. ...,........... ..,.. 7 2,128 Goff, Robert ............................,.,., 72 107 Harvey, James T ...,,....,. 61, 126, 147 Grabow, Arthur Henry ,,,,,,,,, 74 150 Harvey, John RiCl'Aard .,.................. Graham, Wfilliam .....,...,....... ,..........,. 7 7 , , 107, 123. 141 'l Graham, Carolyn Fern .......,..,.,..... 61 Harvey, Virginia A150111 ,4------- A --,-- 71 Gray, Clifford ..,.......... . ............,.,. 37, 115 1'1H223l'C1. Keith Mfffiff 4--- ,-.. 7 0, 123 Greenhow, Willard .. 37, 93. 106, Hlfafh. James -r-'----1-1--'1-'1.-- 75, 127, 133 107, 140,161 167, 163 Hemzeroth, Robert .,..........,..... 77, 127 Greenlee, Barbara JoAnne, ..,.. Heisler, Gerald Lee .,........,..., 61, 127 202 N. Church St. Dial 3-0111 37, 80, 89, 90,107, 119 Gregory, JoAnn Elizabeth ..... 61, 86 Gregory, Patricia E ....,..,............,....... 72 Grenberg, Eldora .,.........,.,.......... 71, 96 Gridley, Jan Carol 61, 84, 95. 100 Gruner, Shirley Arlene ........ 70, 10-1- Gulisano, Anthony Joseph.37, 107 Gulisano, Nancy Ann .....,.,.. 61,123 Gulotta, Marie Lillian. ........,.. 37, 119 Gustin, Eugene ...,....,............... 75,128 Gustafson, Robert Edwin ...... 61, 109 Haegg, Mary J. ...,........... ...., .............. , 6 1 Hahn, Barbara Jean ...,..,............,.... 77 Hakala, Eileen Evelyn ,.,.,.... ............ 6 1 Hall, Ann Elizabeth ..,.,... 37, 89, 91, 94,112,113,119,132,168,175 Hall, Betty Jean , ............... ......,..... ..... 7 1 Hall, Joanne Dorothy ......,....,........... 6, 38, 89, 99, 134 Hallen, Helen Louise ..,.,..............,... 38 Hamilton, Barbara Jean...15, 60, 61 Helm, Constance Marilyn ............,. 19 21, 38, 86, 94 Henbest, Patricia A ...,....,.... 38, 96, 99 Hendricks, JoAnne Ruth ,..,......... 13, 38, 80, 101 Hennessy, Pauline Mae. ..,..,..,........ 38 Herbsleb, Juanita .........,.,,.....,.,........ 71 Hering, Barbara ....,..... ........,...,.... 6 2, 95 Herrman, Jane Adele , ..,.........,..,.,. .. 75, 81, 83, 86 Herrman, Janette Marie...73, 83, 86 Hess, Richard H .................,...,... 76, 128 Hevrin, Betty Jane... ,........ ....... , ...70, 87 Hiestand, John ........,.................,........... 38,79.117,127,144,145 Higgins, Jean Anne ......,......,..........,. 38, 88,101,107 Higgins, Gregory Roger .,.,.,.....,...... 62, 114, 127 Hill. Melvin W ....,.,,.,.........,............. 76 Hilton, Everett Leo ......... 20, 62, 128 55 Congratulations, Graduates ! Hocking, Beverly June.,.73, 74, 112 Hocking, Marilyn Jean 239, 88, 112 Hodel, Metwin L. .,....,..,..,.... 117, 143, 145, 146,148, 160,161 Hodgdon, Joretta Flo .......,.,., 73,112 Hodge, Calvin Keith ..,.................... 72 Hodges, Virginia Lee, ...................... 39 Hoel, Donna . .....,... ,............,......,.. 6 2,86 Hoey, Lorraine Rosella ...,.. ....,.. ....,. 62, 85, 90, 102,107Q141 Hoffman, Elizabeth Ann .......,..., 39. 99 Hoffman, Shirley Mae .............. ,.,... 6 2 Holcomb, Donna Lee ...................... 77 Holcomb, Richard Gene, ..., 74,128 Holmes, JoAnne Marie ..... ....,. 7 7,87 Holmquist, Rodney G. ..,.........,.,... . 72, 112, 128 Hopkins, Mark Thomas , ,.... 71, 126 Jewett, Harvey R. ............................ . 62,92,128,162 Johns, Edward L. ........... 40, 124, 130 Johnson, Albert William .,.,.,.....,., 25, 40,114,115 Johnson, Elizabeth ...............,. 62, 139 Johnson, Gilbert E .,,...........,........,.... 77 Johnson Johnson . Gordon ............... ,......... . ..,. . . 40, 80, 93,116,125,126, 145, 147,160,161,169 , James Edward ...... 62, 92, 97,117, 128,144,153 Johnson, Jane Elizabeth ..,.,.., 40, 98 Johnson, Jean Ellen ..........,.,.,.. 40, 110 Johnson, John Charles ........,.. 40, 82 Johnson, Mae Lenore ..... 6, 71, 135 Johnson , Margie .,.,.............,.............. 62,95,106,107,132,141 Men's - W0lUBD,S and Chi1c1ren's Jackets 1. 523221222122 vvfZiS5Sf'fff...iffflf ii Vinson- Sichjfd William '- - Q MQCQY Housewean' Dona Genew-39,120 o nson, ara o ................................. Johnson, Thomas Leonard ..73. 103 goustgn, Barbara Jean ............,...,.,. 70 Johnson W Dudley H 40 79 We ' Jam K1'th'Q'1', g5jg9j107 91, 102, 168, 170, 177 SPOPILSWBHI' Hull Marion Pearl ....,........,,..........., 76 Johnston' L05 Adene ' 62'95 . Huis, Ruth Marie 17 39 Jones, Barb?Z Agia 6i40,85,88, H 'M. . '4 A 4 ' ' ,1,13,135,175 Arelutectural H3gg5S,,gygSC?ffig'5,,3231g3g313g Joyce .....,..,.,,1.. 40,108 ' ones, :lucy . ..,.................................. 75 I b , P L ' ,'-,, ,,--,,. i 11 Jones, War en E. ..,...,...............,....... 126 Iron Inc. 1?21?LL,, ..,,,,,..1.. 72 Jonisi .... in .... 5,5 .... Us A ngrassxa. ita . ,..,....,........,..,........... . - . . . . 6, 59, 86, 88' 96' 98,120,134 Juhlin, Marian Fern ...........,.,......,.. 70 Ingrassia, Ruth V ..,................... 39,108 , , Ippen, Jacglyn Rae .,,,...,...,............ Kafflkef, Ruth M2f11Yn7-5-V-gg---107 - rppolho, 10i1,Z9f..??3..f?1.f.923 133 Kash- Edwin John --,.-,.-rlr. 5 -.-.-.-, 1-155 Egvgliiq. giafgaret , ......1.........,.. 39, 94 Keenan' Rffhafd 511132,--i-H'--158 SLACKS 1 a 1 o err .........,.,...........,.......,. . 1 - 1 ' 40 2 Kexg, Everetta Joanne ,..... 6,74, 135 Ivins Allen Kellaney, Michael . ....,,....,............,.... 72 904 22 d S ' ' Kellogg, .Dolores Joanne ........ 74,95 I1 11661 K V I. 77 107 ' Jacobs, Jose h Roger..77,114 128 emP- lfgmla 0114 -'-'---4'4 ' - Jacobsen, Rgbert William..,72:107 Kennedy- G-'forge HA- '--' 15-61 80 Jacobson, Robert Erwin ,,....... 40, 107 , - 56- 93, 117.127. 157. 147 James, Diane Lee ,......,.., ..., ........ 4 0 , 110 Kglburn. John Charles 62, 92. 111 James, Eva Louise ...,....,,..,.......,........ Klffhllef, Colleen C112l'10l'IC, ..,-...- 41 40,81 101' 108' 132 Kirkpatrick, Della Anna .........,.... 62 222 Seventh Street James, Joan Daisy .....,....,.......,.,......... 137 Kirkpatrick, Mary Belle ................. 62 James, Norma Jean ..,.........,........... 71 Klagues, Jesse Paul ,.,... ..... , .,.... 71 Jeffery, Charlotte ....... ..,.......,.. 7 5, 87 Klemmedson, Ronald J .,..,.......,.,.... Jeffery, Frances, .......... ....... , ...... 4 0 14, 62, 126 Dial 2-0341 AMERICAN STANDARD RADIATOR SANITARY M. 81 W. CLOTHING CO. MTI-IE STORE FOR MEN Clothing - Sportswear - Shoes 222 S. Main St. Rockford, Ill. Next to Illinois National Bank HEATING AND PLUMBING MATERLAL Mott Bros. Company Distributors 907 S. Main St. Dial 2-3711 CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES to the CLASS OF '48 Ekstrom-Carlson and Co. BLOMQUIST Confectionery 314 North Main Street 5? Soda - Lunches - Candies Marshall COLLINS 85 Lumber Sz Fuel Co. ik VV. Morrey Nelson, Mgr. Re,,1L,,,-S ' COMPLIMENTS 932 XVEST STATE STREET OF Rockford, Illinois Gilbert W. Skeeters REAL ESTATE Telephone 3-6431 D. . zstrlct Manager INSURANCE ' MORTGAGES P, , CHICAGO Iopeity IVlrmagem,ent Courtesy of -. CLUB HIIICHI' l'0 UC S O. C P d t C - 605 GAS'llgIE'gETRIC 600 Eighteenth Avenue Six, Rockforll TyP6SCtt1Hg 2 Company Finest of Foods and Candies I ncorporufefl 1920 C. P. WOLFENSPERCER, P.-esiaem Since 1909 JAMES F. WATSON, Sem-'y-Treas. ik l30 North First Street 116 Wfest State Dial 4--84-25 Dial 2-5424 S. KILBURN BURPEE -WOOD Funeral Hgme Painting Decorating 4-20 North Main Street Q Since 1856 ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Ladies, Wearing Ap arel CLOTHING FOR 1 CHILDREN AND GIRLS ACCESSORIES NOTIONS LINEN AND YARD GOODS FURNITURE, RUGS, DRAPERIES Men's Furnishings Quality Merchandise at Reasonable Prices CONGRATULATIONS D. J. STEWART sf Co. BESTQZSHES P from Damascus Steel Products Corp. 2215 Kisliwaukee ECON-O-COL STOKER DIVISION of COTTA TRANSMISSION CO. N. R. Nelson, Distributor 3.92.2205 COAL BURNEBI sf 1 711.3 1, PHONE 4-5671 for FREE HEAT SURVEY Over 2100 Econ-O-Cols are now slashing fuel cost in Rockford homes, schools, apartments, oflice and commercial buildings. Ililing, 14211111 Ngeie ,....... ..............,.. g 3 Iljrson, Royi3Vincent .......... , ......... .... ? napp, st er ae ........................... wrence, etry ....,.......,.............,...,, 1. AI'fSt1'0Il1 Bros. Knapp, virginia .,.....,....,..,..........,....,. 95 I-21wrf2nC2.J0hn R .......... 75,114,127 Knight, Enola Jean ., .......... 72, 77. 97 Lawson, P31111 ..........,.,.............. ......... . 42 Knodle, Howard F. . ....................... 41 I-HWSOH. YIVIHHI -,----'-------A'4'-----A--- 76. 87 Knop, Marion Elizabeth Lee, Harriet Iulra ......................... 42 71, 98, 108 Lee, Ph1l11p Charles .,.,.... ................. Kohlhagen, Richard Melvin . .... 1 63, 6-4, 90, 92, 128, 130. 172 SUPPLIES 75, 150. 156, 157 ievme, cgfenfj 22111111 ....,,. 42, 127 K hlh 1 D' ,,,, 621881 0, 112 evisa , ona ext ....... . K'S1amfl'i52u11'an5 ....,................... 21,120 , V , 75. 150, 151. 156 421 South wlain Street Kolle, Ralton Eugene ...... . ..,........... 71 1-AFVLIS. LOFHEQCE -1------------1--'--------1-4- 17- 63 ' K 1 Ch 1 J ,..4..- - 71 107 13 ouras, 1 . ..,... ,.................... . .. i Frgleggillljsi ............ 41 Liam Cecegglcfgg' 151' 15251217 D1-al 34113 K'a 'Sh'7Q'fh7 6?'1g15f 1g5j 1'ggj'157 Lillie,'Margaret Jean ..... 63, 110, 111 Krauss, Thomas Clifford .......... Lindberg' Robert John '1' 65' 128 62'112,124 Lxndroth, R25erS.3....g.11 .... .... 62.107 E. Kremeyer, Mary Theresa .... 6,-'11, L. d R 'Al' '- qi 8,3 851 94, 99'101,135'13,1'175 in strom, oggrt-19 .... 125 .156 Dial Kremeyer' Wilma gh6i5ggle9g '100 Lingcl., Alice Helene' .... 7'3. 862108 Kfwfff- Kafhffine Hlimbrfh ESEMESQIXZZESMiiiliiiijiiiiiiifi4 Z3 . 1 74' 82' H2 Locascio, John .......................... 64, 161 526122 Jane .........,,............. LoC1d1n6?o1Fn E1,?er1Cg2h15235l1,152!1 1, ..... ...... ..,.....,............... 1 1 7 1 Q 1 K t.ske,DoothyCaole .......... , '- ' -' 15o11j1d61'64,gQ- QQ 132221.i81'Q?S?fif.31i1iiiiiijijizg112 - '-' ' 1 '1- 1 Longhenry, 0 err . ......,. . , K 11 ,W ......... 41,114, 127 1 , Kli11If,nv?, Grffgeiaae ........,....., 41. 107 If2fH1,,,1'ffQ 132,125 D . . A 72 Lucido, Lawrence Michael .......... 145 . 9 , P23535 Rfgle - 15--1' 617108 Lund, Marylouu ..... ....... ..... Rick s Bowlln Lanes 1110113 vim. J .... 3 .........,.... 11: 127 - -9 '29, mr ,Z . 74 Lundberg, Kathryn ..... 13, , 5 I-fmdlsf N0fm?n, LeRoy-3 '5 - -' Lunclgren, Bernadine ............... 77, 1 ll I-anelliamp, BU11111? Dawd ..1,- 11 Lupo, Jack .. ........,..,...................,. 72, 112 - L fl 3mP- Ona A -'---4-4-- '-----' 5- - - I.'l , Ed d ..,......... ..........,................ 7 1 Compliments 1211511-i7,VM21rvJJeaf111 .......,. 72, 73, 97 NZ CD W: Ph H. 201. 8 CHIC' USCP ----------f'-1-1.--11-- ac ouga , y is. ..,.................... .. 57, 58, 65, 91. 92, 102,128 6, 42, 81, 89. 91.135 1 LaRosa, Eleanor Constance ...... .. 63 Maglienzie, George R, , ,,,, 77 109 - LaRosa, Frank ....................................... 71 McCa11en, Barbara Ann 63, 95, 119 LaRosa, Helen .........................,.... 63,87 McCulloch, John Robert ............. 70 Larsen, Joan . ..... . ......... ..................... 4 1 McDonald, Morse Edward ,.,....... .. Larsen, Paul A .............,......... .... 4 1, 109 149, 150,151 Larson, LeRoy Larry ...... 70, 109, 150 McDonald, Nan Jean... ......,. 11, 65 Larson, Richard N. ........................ McDonald. Ronald ....... 63. 128, 130 24, 111, 92, 127 McEntee, Barbara .......................,...... 77 Larson, Robert Wayne .................... Mclnnes, Jeanerte L. ...................,.. . 65,93,115,155,15S 43,39,91.99.112 1 l 64, 86, 89 BILL PETERSON INC. THAT GOOD Clothiers 412 East State, Rockford, Illinois DEPENDABLE CLOTHES For Men and Young Men The Ridge Rockford Co. 211 South 1Vinnehago Street Dial 3-8816 Gen uiue Automotive Parts o t lll l o o o t o Gasoline Smith Oil Service SMITH on. It rttnume co. and Associate nzatsns Wzhf- 714Az'.4'aJJzy Zzdjaefzzfevzl' McIntosh, Marilyn 19. 45, 80, 89, 99,112,120,135,137.139.173 McKinney, Betty Elaine 45, 94, 192 McLaughlin, Mary E. ....... ...,....... . 6, 43, 86, 88,134 McLaughlin, Richard Allan ,.,.., 71. 73, 149, 150, 151 McLee, Jean Louise ,,....... ..... . . 23. 60. 63. 91. 97 McNei1age, Jean Agnes ......, 43. 104, 108 Mack, Joan Donna ......, 63, 80. 82 Maculan, R. Armnn ...., 42,145,147 Madison, Antoinette ..,.., ...,. . ., 96, 140, 168 42, 89. Maggio, Angie ,...,....,.... , ......,............. . 23, 73, 81, 123, 165 Mahan, Donn G ......,.,..., 76,114,128 Mahan, Donna Lou ,....,............,......., 43, 89, 94, 99, 176 Maldaikis, Stanley ..... ..,....... .............., 7 6 Malthaner, Thomas J .,...., 43, 82, 99 Manarchy, Frank ......,,....,........,..,........ 74,107, 114,141, 150 Manroe, Richard C. ..,..,,...............,. 72 Marconi, Frank ,,.........,........,,.,...,... .... 1 25 Mariani, Helen Antoinette....21, 72 Markell, Arden Ann. ............. ,74, 103 Marsh, John Xlifilliam ..................., 45,127,130,132.175 Marshall, Marilyn Louise 43.83. 88, 98, 99,112,167.1Zg Martin, Anna Mae ...,,.....,,.,..,........,. Melander, Joanne Betty .........,. .,... 64, 68, 132 Melin, Marianna Lou 73, 96, 110 Mensenkamp, Marian Ruth ..... ,... 76. 96, 98 Methany, Delores S. .,....,....,.,.......... 64 Methany, Lowell Richard .,...... .... 6 4 Metrers, Robert G ....... 114, 115, 127 Meyer, Donna ............ , .,..,..,..........,.... 64 Meyer, Roger L, , ..,.,..,......,......,.....,.... 70 Millard, Mildred Arlene ....,.......... 44 Millard, Virginia ., ..,.......,........,.....,., 77 Miller, Billy Boyd ..,................., ., .,.,. 44 Miller, Marcella Ann 76, 103, 104 Miller, Mary Lou ..... 21, 73, 75,112 Miller, Shirley M .....,.,....., 25, 44, 82 Miller, Henry . ............,.. 44, 92, 127 Milroy, Ralph Eldon ..,,.,,..,.,.......,.., 44,106,114,115 Miltimore, Thomas Arthur .,., ..,. 74, 150, 151 Mitchell, Jack C. .........., 44,127, 130 Mitkusevich, Joseph .......,................ 64 Mittelstadt, Carol Myna. .,.......,.,. .. 6, 44, 91, 134 Mohn, Paul Jackson ......,...... 74 Montalione, Michael Peters... ..... ,. Moore, Raya nne ...................,..., 64 Morgan, Jacqueline Mary .,... .... .. 77. 86, 98 Mulaie, Mary Barbara ...,............... Morreal, Charles 64, 96, 133 Morris, Rose Marie , ....,.. ,.,....... 7 2 1 Morrison, Hope Darlene ....,..... s 165 126 64 122 104 70 175 111 108 Martin, Mildred M'arie ............,..... 71 Marquette, Gayle Dean ..,.......,........, 63,107, 127 Mason, Betty Louise .......,......... 1.104 Matheson, Robert Lee ....,...,.. 70,128 Mattocks, Robert A .......,.........., 77, 150 Mattison, Phillip Lawrence, ...,.... .. 145, 147, 162 Matus, Edwin William ......,.,...,.,... 43 Maurer, Ted Emil ........,..,.,.... 43,126 Maynard, Joanne M, ,.,.... .........,..., . 43, 89. 120, 125, 173 Mead, Janet Ramona ..,......,..... ,...... 4 4 Meads, Charlene Verdette ,.....,...,. 71,l04,113,136 Meenen, Doris Jean 125, 44, 89. 91,108,120,133,140,168,176 Morse, Ruth Fay Etta ....................,. 13. 71, 78, 81, 113 Mowery, Rita June ........................... 44 Mule, Rose Marie ............,.,.,.,..,........ 75 Mullen, William ....,...... 77, 137, 150 Mumma, Dolores I. .....,............ 44, 104 Mund, June Maxine ., ........ 71, 83, 96 Munson, Adria Ruth .,..................... 75 Myles, Elizabeth Barbara ........,.,. 44 Naill, Patricia Ann ......,....,.............. 6,58,6-1, 112, 119,125, 135 Nathan, Florence ........ 44, 83, 89, 97 Needham, Alice E ........,...,.....,........... 24, 44, 80, 88, 120 Needham, Marjorie Elizabeth ...., 70, 73. 97 Skandia Hardware Company 325-329 Seventh Street Dial 4-9428 OVER 50 YEARS OF QUALITY MERCHANDISE Since 1892 Call Realtor FRANK A. CULHANE About BUSINESS EXCHANGE REAL ESTATE EXCHANGE lllanagement - Appraisals - Insurance CULHANE BLDG. - 318 MULBERRY Office 4-8922 - Residence 5-74-23 Rockford, Illinois BARTELT ENGINEERING :: COMPANY P E E N ,2 P ' .H g ..1.:l,' 1211 i.fA V ',,: -1 555' .4-1'-:'. X arf, ' :1 5 ' .:,,, ..,. ':'Afff Designers and Builders :., :':: ,.'A fg .:., Xzfgigzx ..,. 12'1 ,.:: 5 of -:4: - 5:55355 ww: :::: '-1.,, . 0 .....,: '1 S peclal M achmery and 4 Production Tools EMIL KELLNER and CO ' Distributors 317 South Madison Street 223 South Church Street Rockford Rockford, Illinois Waldsmith Colnmercial Studio o Commercial and Aerial Photographers o Offset Plate Makers o Lithographers Phone 5-1121 2710 West State Street Rockford, Il1i110iS Sports and Social Events Make Up Year Top Left: Varsity football team receives encouraging send-oil at the pre-game rally. Top Right: Doing a typical Indian dance are these girls at the rally. Center Left: These happy couples take part in the grand march of the Junior Prom. Center Right: Sport fans admire football display. Bottom Left: Showing her dancing skill in this year's Senior play is Essie, known to us as Lucille Stone. Bottom Right: Girls go through the regular,' ABL initiation. Collier Studebaker Co. The Fair Department Store Perkins Oil Co. Allen's Crockery Store Harvey Paint 8: Wall Paper Co. Reid's Fish Market Architectural Iron, Inc. K 81 K Cleaners Richard's Storage 8: Van Co. Barnes Incorporated, Realtors LaFayette Hotel Rowland Pharmacy .lohn H. Camlin Co. Lawton's Food Market E. W. Schmeling 8 Sons, Inc. Castronovo's Masengarb Pharmacy Swartz Pharmacy Charley F. Anderson - Garden Store Morris Music Co. Y. M. C. A. Hilding F. Nelson, New England Mutual Life Ins. Zenith Cutter Co. Nelson, Barbara Ann . ,...... , ..,..........,. 77 Palmero, Claudia Patricia ........ ,. Nelson, Beverly jean ..,..........,. 45 110 65, 108,123 Nelson, Howard S .........,,......,. 45,158 Panozzn, Louis ...,.,...,.....,...........,..,.... 45 Nelson, James Spencer .,..,...,..,...,4, 76 Panozzo, Phiiamae Marie ..,.,.....,.,. Nelson, Joan Mary ....., 64,125,132 45, 85, 89 Nelson, Joanne phyuis ,,,,,.,-,,,,4 , ,,,, 76 Paratore, Ted ...,..,,.....,,........,....., 76, 127 gelson, gamers ....,......... 64 135 153 113215, Il-ienrvlfi ,-,.-. k45,?g.?2, Sparks ' , 0 rr ....,.,..,..,.,,......., 1 ar e. usse ran ..,... . . Congratulatlon-9 Egsgarii, cgafiascongnaid .,.. 64,107 garll2er,1g1rb?1'?.Iean ,..... X5,..98...l2g C f I 7 d ewman, ar ara ae .............,.. ar er, atricia .,............. . , - 73, sv, 111 P kl 1, Lo J ..,.1..1v........... as PHW OI' 311 to the Newman, Kenney W .1................... 72 P3ikliiii:it,Shii1Zy ...,.,.....,........... 46 Q giggio, gangs .lxiaric ...........,...... 1lgaricl1,lgai11icZ Alicia ...,.....,.... 73,108 S k I i io, art nn ..,.................. as e, ic ar ..,...,..,.,..,.........,...,..,,... 46 Class of Nichoias, Albeiir ..1.,....... 4195, 111, Passmore, Gain, 1,.........,1.1.,.,.,..4....,1,, 74 Par S nc' 1?5H1x52,f5l?. 31168. 169. 11? Pate, Duane A. ..,,.,.,.,.,...., -l6,92,128 c oas, o .....,.,......................, P 'k' F1 d A11-, I, 2,114. '43 Nielson, Johnnwalkerm .... 1.5.9159 PZEEEE1., Mfinfa Kiiihj ....4.... 74.151 1 , . P , 1 1' ........ ...... - M Norberg, Joan Marie ...,......,...,....,. p2:,.f:n'J:gglx V.'.A, 65. , 72. 73.83136 107 Pearson, Donald Albin ,... ....,. 6 5, 127 Nordell, filgvgnl-If? Pearson, Elaine lzgugusta ,.... ,......... . 1 1 1 - , 3, 72, 86, 108 1 ggxgnrgfifbafa Ann --a- --4--------'-1 Pearson, Lattiemore ...,.,......... 71,156 Hbee 113 ab0lLl, North' Jameg ---'------ -'AA-'----1A-- Z '--A'-4---'- 71 Pearson, Marhilda Augusta ..7O, 104 1 1-AA--'-'--'--- -- '-- ' ' 4 '--'-' Pedersen, Barbara ........... , .... , ..... ,75, 96 your Insurance O'Conne11, Janice 86 Pence' 'hmesghgj 155 d ,, . 1 a i Pennock, David, .,.... 55 91,92'116 7199 S OConnor, Nancy Ann .,..,......,.. ,... 1 26 fig 16:2 165 1 70, 76, 96, 105 ' ' ' Y o'De11, Marlene ...,....1........,...,. 64, 112 Pe'i OCk70R22a1f2gI'i-545'--ie55---1 6. Dsl 6 Ogren, Barbara ........... ,.....,,., ...., 7 5 , 107 P k. lj ' ' ' ' 6g ld 405 oii, Rniiie Rinnani ...,........,,..,.......,.. 115 ef visa OHM 123.0 --'a'a-----Aa--a----- O'Keefe, Charles Richard .,...,.. ...., 5 irllilnsr I-loaf: Paulme '-'1-'-11 ---11'-' 72 . , 64'117,145,145,147,159 cr ms, ut , ...,....,.............,........... 7 Oler, Ralph Butler ..,.,......,........,..,.,. 45 Ollman, Dorst LaVerne ......,......,. 45 Ollman, Patricia Lila ............ 64, 139 Ur. liuberl A. Llndqlllsl Oliver' Robert A' 169 Dr- Irving 0. Lindquist Olsen, Edith Marie, .... 1. ..,.... 1 .... , 45 Olsen, Shirley M. ...,....,..,...........,.,.... 77 'F Optometrists '15 109 N. CHURCH ST. Olson, Elmer ..... ,..........., 7 5,127,156 Orazi, Lucy ........,..,..,...,.......... Osterhaut, Alberta ...,.,.. 64, 97, 110 Orr, Dorothy ,, ....... ,.... ........,.... , .,....,...... 4 5 Owens, Robert L. ...,.. ...............,. 2 5, 65 Packard, Robert 65,127,150, 172 Pagel, Nancy Jean ....,,..,.,.... 65, 86, 95 Palmer, James Francis ..................... 75 Perkins, Suzanne Jane .... 46, 90, 97,106, 107,141,168, 39, 176 Perricone, Charles ...........,..,... 162, 165 Perry, Elizabeth Jane ,..............,..... 65 Person, Marilyn ..,,................,.....,.,.... 46 Peter, Barbara Ann ..........,.. .......,.... 21, 65, 84, 95, 108 Peters, Kenarh Richard ........ 65,147 Peters, Richard Lee ...,,.,.,.................. 115 Peters, Richard Walter .....,...... 46, 65 Petersen, Don F. ......,.....,.......,.,.......,.. 46 Peterson, David .... 46, 93, 117, 147, 148,16O,161, 169,177 Peterson, Don R. ....,................,.,...,. , 65, 96, 152, 175 Peterson, Ernest Richard ....... , ....... 73 ALLEN SPARKS GENE CRAWFORD BILL SPARKS M 0 V I N G ? 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PLUMBING HEATING APPLIANCES Phone Dial 3-9657 WEST STATE STREET Rockford, Illinois it Rosenquist, Gerald Wilber .... 72 Rossi, John Richard ..... 74,8l,129 Rossow, Margaret Ann ........ 66, 108 Rowe, Ralph Edward 77, 126 Rudelius, Lois Ann .... 72, 76, 96 150 Ruefer, Leo Michael .,... 73, 129, Rugland, James O .,................. 71,129 Rum, Robert ...,.,.....,........,...,...,..........., 14 Rund, Robert J. ., ,.,... ..,.,.,. 1 15 Runyan, Carol M. ...,.......,.,. ....... 7 7 Rush, Joann Ceolo ..............,......... 71 Ruskavage, Frank Robert .. 66 127 Russell, Ota Lee Rae ,.,...... . ,..,....... 75 Rutledge, XVally ..............,.................. 48 Ryan, Phyllis Ann . .,....,.,.........,, . 67,85,95.132 Sabin, Elinor Agnes ...,.............,... 43, 88, 91. 97,110 Sadewater, Violet Elizabeth ...... 73 St, Angel, Vivian Darlene ,.......,... 50 Saeger, Sylvia ..,....,.. 49, 79, 84 107 Salamone, Robert Carl ......,...,.... 48 Salerno, Orest ............,.......,.,.... 150 151 Salters, Bessie Mae ...,......,..,.......... 77 Sanders, Lois Joan .....,....., 17, 67 108 Sanders, Mary Beth ...,...., 67, 97, 135 Sandy, Virginia ,.,... ........... ,... ..... , . ,.,,.. 4 9 Santee, Neil Miller .....,.. , ..........,...,,. . 67,93,114,152,153 155 Sarver, Barbara .....,.......,.,.,.................. Sassaman, Barbara .....,,.. 70, 87 Scarpetta, Paul ,..,.,........... .......... Schaefer, Ronald Tracy ,..... .....,.,. 73.76,S0,150lN Schafman Clarence ..,...... ,,..... 7 4 sthandeidiefef, John Williaml.. 67 104 76 156 126 Schoonhoven, Dale Roger 23. 49 Schoonmaker, Donna Lou 77 67 Schoonmaker, Jean Anne 73, 75, 76, S2 96,107 Schrader, Laverne ..., .......,,...,.... . ..126 Schreiber, Maxine 67, S2 89,165 Schrock, Patricia Ann ...,.......,.. 71 Schroeppel, Barbara Ann 49. S3 Schuneman, LaVerne 49, 93, 107, 1143,152,153.15-4,158,169 Schuring, Delores .,,...........,.,...,.,,...... 49 Schutt, Phyllis Chlora .. 49 Scifo, Margaret .... 49, 96, 113, I21 Scone, Mary ..... ,...... .....,..,. ,... 7 5 , 76, 86 Scott, Charles Alvin ..,...,.....,..,. ...... 7 5 Scott, Paul .........,........... ,....,,.,.,..,. . .. 76 Scott, Robert ,. ,... .....,,..... 7 0, 156 Searle, Henry Reed .......... 25, '19, 83, 90.93,102,l59.169 Secard, Jean Marie ............ 7, 20, 58, 67,82,86, 122,132 Sechler, Don G.. ,........ 49,127, 175 Segalla, Carlo Maurice ........... 93, 129 Seinwell, Marilyn Joan .......,..., 67, 35, 95,108,125 Seiter, George Lowell, ..... ,.,... 4 9,129 Senneff, Donna Jean .....,..... 67,122 Sennell, Della June ..... 67, 112, 1,22 Shanhouse, Margery .,.....,............,... 21, 75, 86.108 Shattuck, Xvillard D. ..........,... 67, S5 Shaw, Beverly ,, .,.,......,... .......,.,.,.,..... . . 49. 94.106,107,11il,l75 Shaw, Robert Joseph .........,........,.. 67. 91, 102, 112, 129 Shelden, Alberta Lea 67,105,170 Shellenberger, Mary Lynn .,.... .,.., 50, 89.90.99,121,125 Shenberger. Dorothy Lee ,.... 050, 94 Shepherd, Wanda , ......... ,...,.,.. 5 0, 87 72 126 Scheidegger, Donna L. ...,...,..,....... 49 Scheidegger, Muriel A. .................. 74 Schiro. Charles A. . ,...,...,....,...,,...... .... 4 9 Schleicher, Connie Mac .....,... 77, 96 Schmaling, Arlene Mae ...,.............. 70, 72. 76,104 Schmaling, Dorothy ........................ 49 Schmeling, Roger. Emil .,.......... 67,107, 127,147,155 Schmelzer, David XVarten ...,,,..,. .. 71,150, 156 Schmidt, Norma Jean ,. ..,........,. 18, 70 Schobinger, Robert P. .,....... ...75. 126 Sherer. Marleen Lois ............., ..... 7 4 Sherman, Dorothy .,......,........ 67, 123 Sheslo, Charles W. .... 23, 67, 85, , 90-95,96.115.126 Shipman, Leota 15, 72, 74, 81, 95 Short, Marlene Joyce ..........,... .,..... 6 7 Shortino, Beverly Jane .,.,......,......... 67 Showalter. Charlene Mae ., ....... .. . 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Simms, Patricia .,.,.,,,.,....,., 24, 50, 94 Skinner, Don Clark .,.,.....,.... 67, 129 Skolrood, Marilyn Kathleen ..... 50, 88, 113 Small, Sally Jean , .... ,....,... . 72, 77, 86 Smallwood, Paul .,.,.,...,........,..., 50, 114 Smith, Conrad ........,.........,.,.,. 109,126 Smith, Donn Owen ........,.....,... 50, 129 Smith, Gladys Lorraine ...,...... 68, 84 Smith, Irene, Marie ...........,........ 68, 84 Smith, Marion ..,.........,.................... 68 Smith, Mary Louise . .,..... 68, 96 113 Smith, Patricia Ann .......,....... 68 108 Smith, Robert Alan ...... ..,.... ..... 6 8 109 Smith, Robert E. ......,.,.. .... , .......... 7 7 Smith, Richard Peter .,...........,....... 75 Smith, Stanton Kinnie ........... 92 162 Smucker, Darell Dean ..,...,........ 71 Smucker, Donnadale ........,.,. 50 113 Snyder, Ruth lone .........,.....,............, 75 Sohner, John .....................,... 73 129 Solon, James Joseph ..... 62,68 Sparacino, Frank ...50, 109 Spataro, Antoinette Marie ............ Spamro, Anthony James .......,...,.,. 50, 1.01 Spickler, Phyllis Irene ..........,....,.,.,. Spinello, Matthew P ............... 50 Springer, Joanne Lee ....................... 129 145 50 109 76 113 Stern, Martha Louise ,....... ,..,... 7 0, 96 Stevens, Georgia R. .,.,.. 75, 86, 12? Steveson, Patricia ....,,.,.,......,..........,.. Stewart, Max ,..........,......,.,.....,............ 71 Stickels, Claudette ........ 51, 121, 157 Stiles, Roger Louis .,.,,. ......,...........,. 51,93,105,1l6,125,130 Stites. Albert Karl .,.....,.,.....,............., 68 Stites, Earl Lyle .,......,.....,....,...,,.,....., 75 Stone, Irma Lucille . .,........,.,............. . 24, 25, 51, so, ss, 90, U 98, 107, 155, 168.11273 Storer, Richard L ,,... ......,....... 5 1. , l28,130,l51., 161 Stotler, Carol Jean ...,...................,.. 70 Stover, Jean A. ..71, 76, 77, 87,107 Stram, Donald ..............,...,,,......,.,...... 70 Strieby, Reid ..... 68, 116, 162, 163 Strote, Maurice Dale .......,.,.....,....,,.. 68, 107, 115 Stumpf, Marlene .......,...............,...... 51, 88, 91, 107, 121 Sturm, Katherine Anne ..73, 82, 96 Sulser, Beatrice Elaine .......,........... 68 Suski, Mary ..,......,......,..,....,........,. 68, 96 Swanson, William Francis .........,.. 51 Swanson, Joan .... 51,132, 137,140 Swanson, Marilyn ,.,,.,..,.,...,.. ..., 6 8.95 Swanstrom, Frances Jean .,.... 711, 96 Lobdell Realty Co vit HOMES INSURANCE LOTS 7? 73, 77, 83 107 Swenson, Gloria DeArval, ,......,.. grant Wager Rtinalfi .........,...........,. 74 S V Wl6,51,133, 175 tan ery, ary ut er ...,..,.....,.,..,.. 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W agner, Harry' ..,...,.. ..............,.,... , .. 53 Taylor, Donald Terry ,...., ..,. 5 1 Tondi, Geraldine .....,..,.......,....,.. 24, 52, 99, 139, 175 Waisner, Lorraine Bertha ..... 73, 111 Taylor, Faye Ann .......,...,.,...... 72, ll 1 68, 80, 85, 91, 102, 132 Van Aken, Robert LeRoy ..... 1 70, 107 Wfakefield, Dorahe Estella .,,... Tnylor, Joye .,,.,......,....,..............,......,... 51 Torrorici, Matt ........ 76, 115, 128 Van Barriger, Dorothy Marie .... ' 74. 77. 32. 95, 110, 170 Thayer, Georgann ...,...,....,..,.,.., 74. 97 Travis, Barbara Marlene .,..., 68. 95 68, 85, 132, 165 Waldsmxth, Arnold -Robert 53 Thayer, John Eu?ne1i6 .... :Hams Trioloi Asdrew Josepgz 1551.132 Vanderwall, Phyllis ................ 77, 111 Xlfyalllier, Dogald illfilliargo 8, , ' , , rip ', n,,, ........ , ,, 1 V D W,1k 'D ,.,,,,,,-,,,, 75,81 a er, e ra ace,,., ,1 , Thom, Alma Jean ......... ...,.....,.... 7 2, 96 Trosgel, Billie Dawn .,.,, . . 74 V22 D5 Wikeii Ftaerlik .... 93, 128 Walker, Myra Ann ...........,.,,.,.,.,.... .. 69 Thomas, Barbara Jeanne ...,...,. 68 Trout, Douglas .,.... .....,... 2 5, 52, 90, Van Driesen. Roger paul A-'--A-.'A'--.- 68 Wallack, Beverly. ,......, .,... ..,.,.....,.. . , . 74 Thompson, Bea Lynn .........,.... 52, S8 92, 106, 107, 126, 141 Van Dusen Robert H .-'A-.-4 52 Walsh, Ann Marie ,...,...,...... . ,... 69, 81 Thompson. Berry Jean ................., 72 Truitt, John E. .,.,,............,.......,..... vm, Heldeg. William Leg AIAA 71, 128 W3fd..Ed23f Dewavne ,......,,...... 77 igompson' gem' E-013 -4's-- ' 71- 19? 63. 128, 145, 147- 161 Vant Arthur Vernon .,.......... 75 128 yfafdnlk Bagbefe ' 2 Umpsona every can 'A' Trv.J0hf1 David ----4--4-'-'-------'--',-4'A'4'-- 75 Vascellaro, Lillian M ...,..,.,...,....., 52 am' nm' 6 e ' ' 128252221 5,3?ii,fXf'..iQi1:1113i5?sl13 guioikwgfen i ,,,.., .......,... 7 2713152 vasffllm- MffhHf1,qfaggiS,,--,2, 173131333511T1XZ4'iii55i11j1i31ii.69, 133 Thompson, Mary Ellen ..,...... 70, 107 Tzngori Wifrfregucggbl ' ' ' Vaughn Waker E ' ' ' Warren, Robert Earl, ............ 53. 1 I 1 igkompsog, Paullme A .....,...,......,..,.. 52 ' 74 95 ' 33:51, 33hle1i:INYfg1l1am or e e ...,....,..........,,.., , 1 - - - ' ' , an ........., P ' my 13Dl'52,80, 121, 137 Turicmno. Sara Jane ...... 77,537,107 Vffafe-,Vffwfnf V- --'----- -1 70,162 wash1ngwn,Rn1hMax1ne .4,.,.,...,. 70 T111-all, Donald P ,,,,,,,,,, ,,,, , , ,,,,,,, 75 Turner, Betry Ann . .,......,..,.............. Vemem- H3-HY 52- 92- 117- 145 Waters, Alire Mae ,..... ............., . 53 The. Andrey Ruth ,,..,., 71, 104, 112 13, 15, 68, sl, 122, 132 Vefsfvnfn- ,AIM Mwffl ----.-'-.4----- 68 wafers, amy Lou .,.,......,,.,,......, 20,69 Tlelkmexer, Yerl Howard ..52, 128 Turner, Roger ........... ..,. 5 2, 126, 159 VFUOIE. VIVIHH Caroline ..,...-.....-, 68 Wlatson, Vclvin R. .....,.......,...... 75, 82 Trmlell, Patr1c1a Jean, .,................. 75 VINCE. Joseph .........,.,....,.....,,..,..,......... 76 Watson, Clayton Gene .,.,.....,.,...... 53 T111sley, Kenneth ...,,........ ................ U hlrich, Helen Ann ..... 68, 108, 122 Voedisch, john ....,.... ............,.........,.,., l 15 Way, Barbara Jean ,... ....................,.. 7 5 73, 100, 127, 156 Wearmothe, Rosemary ...............,.. 70 Todd, Janet R. .,..,.,......., 52, 112, 121 Vaccaro, Leonard .... ,,.,.., 7 1, 150, 151 Waggener, Susan Jane,6S, 69, 100 Weatherford, Gwendolyn ,.,69, 132 7 122 BEST 'WISI-IES for a SUCCESSFUL FUTURE to the SENIOR OF 1948 304 North Main Rockford, Illinois N IHAN St MARTIN Prescription Druggists 14-23 North Main Gas-Electric Bldg. 314 North Main CONGRATULATIONS to the CLASS OF 1948 I DISPLAY CRAFT, INC. Webb, Oliver Perry ...,...,................ Williams, Charles Richard .......,..., 53, 144, 162,165 13. 69,162,163 Xgeger, llilagold Simon .................. li? williams, lgfgnairg ...........,,......... 72 e er, o ert ................,. ............... 1 mms, - iza t eanne .....,... The BFCHPICY Company Weber, Robert Ray ...,.l 77,156,157 t 4, 6, 54, 58, ss, 90, 135, 175 Webster, Charles Alfred .... ,....,.., . . 71 Williams, Ernestine Ruth ..........,. 69 , Wefki. Jane Katherine --4-..-...,4..-... 69 Williamson, Richard Edgar.77, 127 2109 ICISIIWHIIICCI5 Streol Weeks. Mary Joyce -.....4.-.-....-...-,.....1 69 Willson, Edith Ann .,.....,..,..,.....,.... 71 Weens, Donna .....,......,........,,.......,.,.,. Wilson' Bene jean IAIIV 72,111,123 . 53. 94. QS, 133. 175 Wilson, Dorothy Grace ..... ,........., AL. Wemgartner, Jean Louise ..,.1.......,. 54. 91' 106. 112 55- 80- 90. 99- 113- 121 Wilson, Frank M. ..,.....,........,.. ..,...... 6 9 Welch, LaVe1-ne ...,.,...... , ..1.,,...,. 5 4, 128 Wilson' James G, ,,,,,,,,, 54' 84' 125' Allffanufactuf-ers of Wellman. Arthur David ............... 71 130, 139. 167. 168. 177 Wells- Davld Cbwman e----'-1-,1 69 Wilson Richard H .....,.... 11, 21, 25. GG e s , ean nn.... , , , Counselor Scales and Congo Wenck. Donald. ............,...,................ 75 Wilsgn Tl-10113151191 1671 1681 155 , E Wendell- GeneV'ei'2'1gX 'gg '5X 97 Wilson: Rolland Llne Sports Headwear ' f - ' wgrrrelr, Beverly Ann. .,...........,......... 74 Wessels, Charlotte .,.......,........... 16, 54 W num John-I e Wessels, Phillip ,.............,......... ......... 6 9 ' g' West, Jacqueline A. ...,.................,., 76 Wi term n A die ' ' Westberg, Alice Ann .... 66,69, 107 n I ' n W Wharton, Richard .........,.............,...... Wolfe Dalmes Caroline ' ' 55 69' 116' 127' 147' 169 Wolford Lfary Jeanette 111111111104 Wheeler. 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COMPANY NORTH MADISON AND FIRST ROCKFORD Complete Line of . . . STATIONERY GREETING CARDS SCHOOL SUPPLIES ik MID-CITY STATIONERS, Inc. 415 East State Street Congratulations from, Free Sewing Machine Co. Rockford, Illinois .Manufacturers of Free-Westingholise - New Home SEWING MACHINES Pinehurst Farms BOTTLED ' ON Tl-IE FARM f1,7r1 1,1 N MJ, 7 fxh lizhnffil fu ln 111430, r Q' f' 1' '- 'u 'Z-1 1179.5 if 1, lf','.11.1,. 4 - .. fix.-Lu if H! -'ia 941. 1 LY.-Ll -rf . 'gf Q rf 1 1 ' - 9' Q K Qqrnftls-igh f5g111,fp, fx, , th xi . 'VN44 L 'lf 'L . '- 'ja-fl-SQ .F Q' ' 1n.uun4n-nt I . ' anhlwfl-'ooo fronts In Appreciation . . . For their help in planning our Grand Circle Tour of West High, members of the 1948 Warrior staff wish to thank the following individuals and firms: MR. D. E. REMSEN Thrift-Remsen Printers MR. O. R. HOGAN Rockford Illustrating Company MISS FLOY DENTLER Yvest High Art Department MR. GERALD NVALDSMITH XVaIdsxnith Colnlnercial Studio MRS. 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