Alcester High School - Cubette Yearbook (Alcester, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1971 volume:

The 1971 Cubette Alcester High School Alcester, South Dakota Foreword As we think of the school day from 8:30 to 3:30, we remember the things we’ve shared with classmates during regular days of studying, tests, and deadlines. But for most AHS students, the school day did not end at 3:30. Extra time was spent in anxious mo- ments of sports and quieter moments in drama, music, and organizations. Both times of each day were impor- tant. Each of us participated in the part offered between 8:30 and 3:30. but who can say which time was really more important to us? Few of us will forget the time spent in activities or what we learned in that time. This is why the staff of the 1971 CUBETTE will present the aspects of both these valuable times, 8:30-3:30, plus. The year began with wild enthus- iasm during the football season. Many winless seasons had preceded, but this one provided the reality of the hoped for Homecoming victory, and ended as the best season of 11-man football at AHS. The basketball season was also outstanding with a 16-6 regular season, and second place in both the district and conference tournaments. The year saw two new activities. The Literary Vanquard was created, providing a time for concentration on each member's work as well as well known writers. Girl's track was also started with a large number of partici- pants. The school building and schedule were changed. The library was convert- ed to a modernized media-center, pro- viding a pleasant atmosphere for the students. Modular scheduling was also introduced. At First it was mass confu- sion, but resulted in an accepted, tail- ored schedule. As we then looked forward, the year looming ahead seemed endless. But now as we look back, we realize it sped by. Let the 1971 CUBETTE help you recapture and relive each unique day from 8:30 to 3:30, plus. 2 8:30 to 3:30, Plus Table of Contents Student Council, Administration 5 Students 11 Organizations 27 Athletics 43 School Life 57 Dedication The 1971 Cubette is dedicated to David Lamar Barnes, a member of the class of 71, who left this life on July 23,1970. Dave was a part of Alcester High for only one brief year. But during that year, he was a friend to all, as well as an active part of our school. Sports, studies, and everything he did was characterized by determination and dedication. With his short life on earth, Dave gave of himself more than most of us ever do. Although Dave is no longer with us, the memory of him and his life among us is. This memory continues to inspire us to strive to do our best, and to look toward the “upward call of God.” This annual is dedicated to Dave because of his contributions to AHS, and his enthusiasm about life, which we were privileged to share with him for a little while. 4 Dave participated in many activities, such as the junior class play. Student Council Sponsors Ice Cream Social The Alcester student council consisted of one boy and girl from each the freshman and sophomore classes, two boys and one girl from the junior class, and three boys and one girl from the senior class. The council was led by Presi- dent Clark Wilson and assisted by Mr. Person, advisor. They met monthly to discuss various subjects and ideas. Some of the duties that the student council strove to car- ry out were to help provide an environment of co-operation between faculty and students in all co-curricular activities, to develop ideals of school spirit, to promote the practice of good citizenship, and to work for the general welfare of the school. Student council members were chosen from each class at the beginning of the year. The group planned and organized the Homecoming Sweetheart activities and held an ice cream social. They carried out several other activities and helped with the school picnic. Student council members Arlo Lykken and Jeff Sogn help set up the “Big Toe Jam Band” before the Sweetheart dance. Miss Irresistable Ramona Jurgensen and Mr. Irresistable Jim Heun- ink were chosen at Boy’s Hush Day and Girl's Hush Day sponsored by the student council. 6 Student council members Ralph Rasmussen, David VanBallegooyen, Arlo Lykken, Doris Israel, Marji Anderson, Mr. Person, Linda Rog- ness, Peggy Newman, Regan Hommandberg, Steve Sigman, Clark Wilson, and Jeff Sogn sponsored an ice ceram social after a home football game. School board president. Jay Gark, and Roger Anderson inspect the newly remodeled library. New Annexations Among the people who are most involved with determin- ing the quality of education received at AHS are the mem- bers of the school board. They are involved with the most integral steps toward providing a good learning atmosphere but are also confronted with all the problems that hinder those steps. Long hours have been given by this dedicated group of people to solve the problems faced by the school district. Some of the annual duties of the school board are hiring teachers and other personnel for the district, planning the budget, and levying taxes. They are concerned with the formulating of school policy and the organization of cur- riculum. This year they purchased a tract of land for a possible future sight for a new elementary building. Another noted improvement was the new instructional material center and the introduction of modular scheduling. Both of these advancements have helped to increase the flexibility needed for education. School board members: 1st R.: Jerry Eilcrs, Rodney Schempp, derson, Charles Hall, Dick Merrick, and Jay Clark discuss school Gordon Crawford, Richard Kirsch. 2nd R.: Don Larson, Roger An- policies at one of their monthly meetings. 7 Joni Eilers. Darla Anderson, and Lome Wetrosky prepare for a driving lesson with Mr. Brown, the drivers’ education instructor. Coach Siemonsma gives Kim Eilers some advice. Mrs. Elsie Aaen-English I and III, Librarian. Mr. Robert Abraham-Algebra I, Guidance Counselor. Mr. Darwin Brown-Bookkeeping, Drivers Education, General Business, Athletics. Mr. Don Bultsma-Agriculture, Agriculture Shop. Three Teachers Join Staff Superintendent Richard Kirsch and Principal Robert Person dis- cuss a coming event. In addition to serving as principal, Mr. Person also teaches business law and mechanical drawing. From 8:30 to 3:30 teachers make use of their knowledge by instructing students. They not only teach class; they al- so supervise study halls and occasionally give out detention slips. The faculty helps its students attain their educations through sharing what they have learned by advising co- curricular activities, as well as teaching classes. Three new teachers. Miss Suzanne Haynie, Mr. Darwin Brown, and Mrs. Marie Lykken, joined the staff at AHS this year. Miss Haynie taught chemistry, physics, and physi- cal science; Mr. Brown taught bookkeeping, general busi- ness, driver’s education, and athJetics; and Mrs. Lykken was tiie vocal music director. Several practice teachers also helped the faculty during different periods throughout the year. Teachers give their students new insights to different areas of education. Explaining, disciplining, and guiding are only a basis for their job. They have a big responsibility, and their job is not an easy one. Teachers make up an im- portant part of our educational system. Day after day they are faced with many problems which need to be solved. In our expanding world of knowledge they help students to find many ideas that will be useful to them throughout their lives. They learn basic knowledge from the faculty staff, which helps them in school and in their daily lives. Mrs. Virginia Ericson-Home Economics, Art. Miss Suzanne Haynie-Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics. Mr. Douglas Johnson-English II, HI, and IV. Mr. Glenn Kroger-Biology, Athletics. Mrs. Marie Lykken-Vocal Music. Mr. Melvin Ptak-Typing, Office Education, Shorthand. Mr. Delmar Schnabel German I and II, Geometry, Algebra II, Se- nior Math. Mr. Larry Siemonsma-Physical Education, Athletics. Mr. Paul Sorensen-Sociology, Economics, American History, Gov- ernment. Mr. Gary Swenson-Instrumental Music. Myrtle Solberg and Harold Sebesta pause for a moment. Top right: Bus drivers were Jack Richter, Larry Ymker, Rosa Muller, Lloyd Saug- stad, Ed Hartman, and Morris Sommervold. Bottom right: Ethel Hakl. LeVila Johnson, Lyda Ericson, and Venice Harders pre- pared the school lunches. New Faces Appear on Staff There are many other people that contribute to the operation of AHS. They provide needed services that con- tribute to the atmosphere and quality of the education we receive. These people are: the cooks, custodians, bus drivers and office help. The hot lunch program at AHS was prepared by the lunchroom cooks. They carefully planned and prepared each meal. A lot of hard work and effort was put into each meal. The custodians’jobs were varied, time-consuming and exhausting. They weren’t seen too much during school but they were there, and played an important part. Mr. Sebasta completed his first year at AHS and Mrs. Solberg com- pleted her fourth year. The office help consisted of Mr. Larson and Mrs. Lin- gert. Mr. Larson was business manager. He kept books and took care of the financial matters. Mrs. Lingert was secre- tary. She took care of the files, typed up report cards and numerous other things. Early in the morning, regardless of the weather, the bus drivers got the rural students to school. Their job had a big responsibility, and they were very important to the school system. Don Larson and Marchi Lingert worked in the school office. Lorna Anderson Marjory Anderson Julie Carlson Cheryl Duncan Senior Don Jervik cuts a mat to frame his picture made in art class, while Vernon McBride, Curtis Holthe, Lynn Ellingson, Regan Homandberg, Rodney Thormodsgaard, and James Anderson start theirs also. 12 Sharon Holtkamp jean Hultgren Don Jervik Brenda Johnson Because of her high score on a written examination Betsy Ann Lyk- ken was given the Betty Crocker Homemaker of Tomorrow award. On their trip to Omaha Julie Carlson, Jolene Wetrosky, Brenda Johnson, Karla Sommervold and Randy Moller pause to look at a painting in the Joslyn Art Museum. Seniors Have Only Just Begun Along with numerous elective courses the 41 members of the class of 1971 occupied the hours from 8:30 to 3:30 by studying English IV and American government. They also participated in the various co-curricular activities. In April the class presented the play “Our Town” after many hours of hard work. Erik—Paul Sallmen joined the cast to play the part of the stage manager. On their class trip to Omaha the seniors had an un- precedented experience when the bus broke down before they were five miles out of town. Although not pleasant at the time, it was made up for by the enjoyment they had on the rest of the excursion, so now they can remember it with a smile. At the end of the year, the graduates chose yellow and white, and the yellow rose as their colors and flower. As they left AHS, they had mixed emotions about the achieve- ment behind them, and the challenge ahead of them. Their commencement marked the end of their secondary educa- tion, but only the beginning of the life ahead of them. 13 Dawn Johnson Keith Kundert Janet Larson Arlo Lykken Betsy Ann Lykken Gary McCormick Gary McKellips Pam Merrick Randy Moller Sydelle Numsen Joan Pearson Dave Peterson Lena Peterson Barbara Richter Kathy Rogness Allan Saugstad U Cindy Schempp Karen Severson Jeff Sogn Karla Sommervold Jeff Sogn and Sandy Harlow discuss with Mr. Abraham the sur- vey they made. The three of them attended a three-day drug con ference in Vermillion. Recording the results of the magazine sales for the day are Marji Anderson and Allan Saugstad. Marji was publicity chairman and Allan was business manager for the 1970 magazine drive. Jean Hultgren and Allan Saugstad were chosen as Cover Girl and Cover Boy for 1970-71 because they were the top magazine sales- men. 15 Senior class officers were Sydelle Numsen, president; Don Jervik, vice-president; Dave Duncan, secretary; and Loma Anderson, treasurer. German club members Ralph Rasmussen and Gary McCormick par- ticipate in a pep skit. Jeff Sogn served as mascot. Senior class members participated in discussion groups with Mr. Abraham. Here Barb Richter, Arlo Lykken, and Eileen Withee are at one of these discussions. 16 Joiene Wetrosky Darla Wilkens Clark Wilson Eileen Withee Marji Anderson, Sydelle Numsen, and Allan Saugstad represented the country of Nor- way at the first annual Missouri Valley Model United Nations in March. Clark Wil- son, Carla Sundstrom, and Lorn a Ander- son represented the country of Bulgaria. 17 Allan Saugstad won the local Voice of Democracy contest with his essay. Darla Wilkens was Alcester’s DAR candidate. Juniors’ World Becomes More Diversified The fifty-two members of the junior class were kept busy throughout the year. Their participation and responsibilities increased with this added year of education. They presented “Stars In Their Eyes” as their first class play. They worked many hours preparing for this new ex- perience. This was the year for choosing and ordering class rings. They were proudly displayed by all the class members. The largest responsibility of the junior year was prepar- ing for the Junior-Senior Prom. An entire week of work was spent changing the auditorium into “A Walk Down Love Street.” The funds needed for prom were accumulated by the annual sale of magazines and the operation of the con- cession stand at all home basketball games. Two required courses, English III and American History, were included the junior schedule. Algebra II, German I, agriculture III, chemistry, bookkeeping, business law, home economics, mechanical drawing, art and shorthand were of- fered as elective courses. Many juniors also participated in co-curricular activities. A whole week’s work was destroyed in one hour when the juniors tore the prom decorations. Here Debbie Sundstrom, Vernon McBride, Becky Wetrosky, Wendy Stubbs and Doris Israel work at it. Karen Albers Alan Anderson James Anderson Gaylon Baker Darby Bel key Craig Brenneise Kathy Briggle Jim Carlson Bruce Danielson Karen Eden Lynn Ellingson Doyle Fickbohm Warren Fickbohm Janice Finnie Richard Green Naomi Hammitt LaDonna Heiman Steve Hendricks Craig Hoi the Curtis Hoi the Lenora Holtkamp Regan Homandberg Doris Israel Steve Johannsen Bruce Johnson Kevin Johnson Ramona Jurgensen Dave Keiser Charlotte Keizer Janet Kraakmo Gary Kruse Lavonne Lundberg hide an Lykken Eldon Lykken Vernon McBride Sandra Pearson Peggy Peterson Ralph Rasmussen Marilyn St. Peter Gary Stenstiom Wendy Stubbs Pam Swanson Rodney Thormodsgaard Rocky Van Ballegooyen Carol Waddell Becky Wetrosky Dana Wilson Myron Zweifel Juniors portray “Little Red Riding Hood saving the victory at home- coming. 19 Sophomores Study Speech In their second year at AHS, the sophomores found themselves studying English under Mr. Johnson. During the entire first semester the class studied speech. They dealt with critical thinking, the voice mechanism, and stage fright, and everyone gave speeches to inform, convince, and sell. They covered parliamentary procedure by holding model class meetings. Panel discussions were also held on a variety of subjects. The video-tape machine proved to be a valuable asset, helping the sophomores see how they could improve their techniques. The second semester was devoted to litera- ture and grammar. All sophomores took biology and physical education, as well as English. Other classes they could be involved in from 8:30-3:30 included typing I, personal typing, geome- try, general business, and mechanical drawing. Besides participating in the regular activities after 3:30, the sophomores had the special responsibility of decorating for commencement. They also worked selling magazines to build up their class treasury. Curtis Anderson. Jerald Day. Rhonda Farley, and Sally Zabel work on a panel discussion for speech class. Not pictured: Blake Larson, Sally Zabel Carla Buum, Pres. Broc Hartman, V. Pres. Sherri Harlow, Sec. Curtis Anderson, Treas. Mark Albers Delvonna Bern Robin Braastad Mark Buum Carol Danielson Jerald Day Kim Eilers Rhonda Farley Joe Gubbrud Valorie Hagen Mary Hartman Larry Hebert Steve Heiman Joe Hendricks Colletta Hughes Todd Hughes Larry Israel Carla Johnson JoAnne Merrick Lisa Miner Peggy Newman Gloria Osterkamp Lloyd Roduner Denny Rolfes Eldon Saugstad Rick Schempp Desiree Sigman Steve Sigman Teddy Sogn Sheryl Solbert Cheryl Sorlie Delayne Steeneck Jan Sundstrom Venita Swanson Gerald Thompson David VanEngen Joe Vik Sophomores collected materials for the Homecoming bonfire. Here Robin Braastad, Mary Hartman, Carol Danielson, Steve Sigman, Carla Johnson, Carla Buum, and Larry Hebert work on the project. Fifty-one Freshmen Begin at AHS 22 In the fall of 1970 fifty-one fresh- men entered the world of AHS. They quickly adapted to the high school way of life. Freshmen took the Lorge-Thorndike Intelligence test and Iowa Tests of Ed- ucational Development in October. In February they took the Kuder General Interest survey. The freshman’s schedule included three required courses; English I, phys- ical science and physical education, and two of the following electives: Home Economics I, Agriculture I, general business, drivers education, algebra I and math. They also found time to participate in many of the co-curricu- lar activities offered. Vicky Thormodsgaard, Mary Kay Frick, Kathy Solem, Lori Wetrosky, Joni Eilers, Glenda Hughes, Dawn Merick, Lisa Sogn, and Cheryl Richter practice setting tables in home ec class. Bruce Day Lannie DeVries Bryan Eden Joni Eilers Charles Ericson Gloria Espeland Barry Fickbohm Mary Kay Frick Lynn Hagen Grant Homandberg Kent Hongslo Nancy Jahn Not pictured: Randy Persinger Tim Winquist, Pres. Dark Brenneise, V. Pres. Jim Huenink, Sec. Mary Jo Ronning, Treas. Brenda Anderson Darla Anderson Cynthia Baker Ken Berg Sharon Danielson Dwayne Johnson Kirk Johnson Tim Johnson Mike Kjose Rhonda Kleinhans Brad Kruse Rhonda Larson Paula McKee Dawn Memck Mark Merrick Kathy Muller Lynn Osterkamp Sharon Pearson Doug Reppe Cheryl Richter Linda Rogness Paul Saugstad Lisa Sogn Kathy Solem Mark Sorlie Mary Sundstrom Vicky Thormodsgaard Clint Tucker Danny Tucker David VanBallegooyen Jean Vreugdenhil David Warner Roger Wennblom Lome Wetrosky Randy Persinger and Mike Kjose wrestle dur- ing a physical education class. Grade 8: 1st R. Terry Kjose, Kurt Johnson, Denton Anderson, David Hammitt, Kevin Hebert, Rhonda Richter, Diane Rolfes, Ken- neth Barnes, Michael Israel, Lome Stubbs, Joyce Jahn, Shelle Tru- deau, Mrs. Meadors. 2nd R. Steven Farley, Frances Reppe, Becky Cooper, Kay Hendricks, Cindy Warner, Shirley Johnson, Debbie Moeller, Susan Pearson, James Jurgenson, Terry Johnson, Scott Hei- man, Jeff Wilson, Loren Johnson, Richard Roti, James Baker, Brent Erickson. 3rd R. Gary Kats, Charles Vreugdenhil, Douglas Rog- ness, Randy Medema, Brenda Gabel, Marlys Holtkamp, Mark Lar- son, Duane Ryken, Rodney Eden, Craig Kruse, Leland Zweifel, David Steeneck, Curtis Hebert. Grade 7: 1st R. Bob Keizer, Randy Hakl, Perry Schemp, Kevin Mer- rick, Charman Hagen, Marlene Larson, Steve Kirsch, Vaughn John- son, John Duncan, Valerie Johnson, John Hultgren. 2nd R. Barry Hughes, Donna Huenink, Doug Harvey, Renae Hommandburg, Su- zanne Bergdale, Susan Peterson, Juli Roti, Doyle Barnes, Brad Krei- wel, Henry Zabel, Larry Ymker, Ricky Hongslo, Mrs. Braastad. 3rd R. Tory Merrick, Pat Kruse, Nancy Kraakmo, Brenda Crawford, Kurt Sommervold, Mitchell Kjose, Bill Jenkinson, Jane Filers, Lori Roskeland, Sherea Gabel, Jim Persinger, Richard Richter. Grade 6: 1st R. Cindy Anderson, Mary Jane Anderson, Leasa Lar- son, Debra Anderson, Dale Pearson, Scott Sundstrom, Billy Tru- deau, Robert Persinger, Timothy Osterkamp, Kevin Sebesta. 2nd R. Rhonda Twedt, Serena Barnes, Clifton Saugstad, James Jervik, Dar- rell Warner, Scott Lusk, Shirley Johnson, Joyce Ymker, Debbie Jensen, Renee Anderson. 3rd R. Karen Hakl, Lori Johnson, Laura Hendricks, Lori Hongslo, Rhonda Thompson, Myrth Ludwig, Brad ley Kleinhans, Michael Schouten, Randall Weyen, Jerry Ymker, Warren Johnson, Stuart Heiman. 24 Grade 5: 1st R. Martin Schiefer, Bryan Crawford, Craig Kirsch, Wil- liam Lind, Michael Lappegard, Randy Schollerman, Ruth Hultgren, Heather Lusk, Kandy Osterkamp, Larry Vanballegooyen. 2nd R. Kay Danielson, Jill Homandberg, Gail Jacob, Danny Limoges, Paul Twedt, Wendy Schempp, Rhonda Weyer, Patti McKee, Brian Steen- eck. 3rd R. Susan Rosemore, Sally Tucker, Pamela Briggle, Kristi Lingert, John Bergdale, Jeffery Hall, Adrian Ludwig, Todd Hakl, Trudy Holtkamp, Chandra Persinger, Rhonda Ryken, Mrs. Clement- son. Grade 4: 1st R. Steven Hughes, Neal Barnes, Daniel Buum, Brenda Winquist, Joellc Leafstedt, Craig Anderton, Jimmy Rosemore, Rhonda Jacobs, Keith Anderson. 2nd R. Troy Sonichsen, Todd Merrick, Kendal Roti, Douglas Jensen, Brian Berg, Machelle New- berg, Rachelle Merrick, Monica Clark, Nina Barnes. 3rd R. Randal Schouten, Brian Ludwig, David Schiefen, Audrey Vanballegooyen, Sheryl Gabel, Charlotte Leafstedt, Kay Lapour, Marilee Hagen, Elmo Ymker, Mrs. Bergdale. Grade 3: 1st R. Mark Eden, Darwin Ryken, Belinda Cooper, Sandra Green, Joseph Limoges, Paul Buum, Jennee Lind, Janice Pearson, Scott Kroger, Joel Hagen, Rechele Reierson. 2nd R. Kelly Lapour, Cindy Gabel, Kay McBride, Jill Baastad, Glenn Jensen, Victoria Twedt, Jaimey Schempp, Stephanie Lappegard, Erin Lusk, Kevin Hamilton, Mrs. Cole. 25 Grade 2: 1st R. Ruth Ymker, Kristen Treiber, Scott McKee, Dawn Persinger, Heidi Hughes, Kevin Schollerman, Judy Jensen, Jolynne Crawford, Rene Kirsch, Dwayne Rosemore, Kent Anderson, Barbara Ekanger, Shelly Osterkamp, Rebecca Johnson. 2nd R. Mike New- berg, Rhonda Jurgensen, Scott Livingston, Diane Ludwig, Scott Kruse, Mark Fickbohm, Matt Eilers, Nancy Bergdale, Susan Heiman, Holly Merrick, Keith Leafstedt, LeAnne Lingert, Mike McBride, Mrs. Anderson. Grade 1: 1st R. Paul Frick, Dennis Tucker, Wayne Johnson, Kevin Kroger, Tara Sonnichsen, RacheLle Twedt, Timothy Anderton, Clay Clark, Joanne Lind, Machelle Hartman, Tamara Reirson. 2nd R. Jonathan Leafstedt, Kathy Jensen, Susan Schiefen, Grant Gubbrud, Rhonda Hakl, Arthur McGettrick, Kathy Weyen, Timothy Berg, Mark Newberg, David Farley, Mrs. McCormick. Grade K: 1st R. Sally Hamilton, Leisa Johnson, Amy Sundstrom, Chonnette Bern, Lisa Kleinhans, Karlihnda Schouten, Dan Schoel- Patty Hammitt, Teresa Limoges, Barbara Cooper, Millie Jensen, Ker- lerman, Randy Hongslo, Jimmy Riewe. sten Johnson, Mrs. Bartlett. 2nd R. Timothy Warner, Keith Lapour, 26 Organizations 1st R. Jean Hultgren, Sherri Harlow, Peggy Newman, Doris Israel, El- len Thormodsgaard, Naomi Hammitt, Cheryl Duncan, Carol Groon. 2nd R. Mr. Swenson, Jolenc Wetrosky, Kathy Rogness, Clark Bren- neise, Jim Carlson, Kirk Johnson, Bruce Johnson. Wendy Stubbs, Lorrie Wetrosky, Carla Buum, Delvonna Bern, David VanBallcgoo- yen, Mary Hartman, Mary Kay Frick, Ken Berg, Sandy Harlow. 3rd R. Joni Eilers, Darla Anderson, Karen Albers, Karla Sommervold, Julie Carlson, Cindy Schempp, Brenda Johnson, Lorna Anderson, New Band Uniforms Are Purchased Band members proudly wore their new uniforms this year. Band students helped raise money for the uniforms by selling magazines. The rest of the money was raised through various activities and donations. For the second year, the band was under the direction of Mr. Gary Swenson. Throughout the year, they were invited to march at various places. They took part in the activities of Dakota Days at USD and Blue and White Days at DWU. The band presented a special half time performance at Alcester s Homecoming game. They also took part in the Veteran s Day and Memorial Day programs, and they par- ticipated in two concerts held February 29 and May 13. On February 16, volunteering members were sent to a band clinic held at Vermillion. The clinic consisted of two morning sessions, an afternoon program and a concert that night. The band received a good rating at the regional large group contest. The numbers they performed were “Toccata For Band” and “Totem Poie! Carol Waddell, Dawn Johnson, and Cindy Schempp attended the Augustana Band Festival in November. 28 Sydelle Numsen, Linda Rogness, Darby Belky, Dwayne Johnson, Rick Schcmpp. 4th R. Tim Johnson, Dana Wilson, Steve Johannsen, Larry Israel, Kim Eilers, Gerald Thompson, Charles Ericson, Barry Fickbohm. Vicky Thormodsgaard, Carol Waddell, Rhonda Klein- hans, Mary Sundstrom, Paula McKee. 5th R. Clark Wilson, Janice Finnie, Dawn Johnson. Shari Wahl, Debbie Sundstron, Ramona Jur- gensen, Becky Wetrosky, Sharon Danielson, Gloria Espeland, Robin Braastad, Carla Sundstrom, Brad Kruse. Woodwind quintet members were Janice Finnie, Carla Buum, Lorrie Wetrosky, Carla Sund- strom. and Rhonda Kleinhans. Shari Wahl was a member of the 1971 All- State Band. The concert was held in Mitchell on March 16. 29 Instrumental soloists were Carla Sundstrom, Shari Wahl, Carol Waddell, Janice Finnie, Cindy Schempp, Tim Johnson, Bruce Johnson, Dawn Johnson, Brad Kruse, and Carla Buum. Dawn Johnson and Shari Wahl played a flute duet. Woodwind choir consisted of Brenda Johnson, Dawn Johnson, Cindy Kleinhans, Sydelle Numsen, Mary Sundstrom, Linda Rogness, and Schempp, Shari Wahl, Joni Eilers, Carla Buum, Darla Anderson, Jan- Carla Sundstrom. ice Finnie, Karen Albers, Carol Waddell, Lorna Anderson, Rhonda Sax quartet members were Brenda Johnson, Cindy Schempp, Karla Sommervold, and Julie Carlson. Boy’s Glee: 1st R. Bruce Danielson, Eldon Saugstad, Jeff Sogn, Re- gan Homandberg, Curtis Holthe, David VanEngen, Gerald Thomp- son, Mrs. Lykken. 2nd R. David VanBallegooyen, Alan Saugstad, Gary McCormick, Arlo Lykken, Craig Holthe, Doyle Fickbohm, Broc Hartman, Myron Zweiful. Small Groups Rate Well at Contests Vocal soloists were 1st R. Mary Jo Ronning, Jolene Wetrosky, Cindy Schempp. 2nd R. Jeff Sogn, Arlo Lykken, David VanBallegooyen, and Allan Saugstad. Percussion trio members were Bruce Johnson. Kirk Johnson, and Jim Carlson. There were many small groups,both instrumental and vocal, that put on performances at various times during the year and took part in contests. Many instrumental small groups were sent to contest and did very well. Those receiving a superior rating were flute solos played by Janice Finnie, Shari Wahl, and Dawn Johnson: drum solo by Bruce Johnson; percussion en- semble; and flute duet. Those receiving excellent ratings were bassoon solo by Carla Sundstrom, oboe solo by Carla Buum, woodwind choir, saxophone quartet and woodwind quintet. Brad Kruse received a good rating on his tuba solo. Of the eleven students who tried out for All-State Band by presenting a solo, sight-reading and taking a written test, Shari Wahl qualified. Also, Dawn Johnson, Cindy Schempp, and Carol Waddell were cho- sen to represent Alcester at the Augus- ta Band Festival. Vocal music small groups were as follows: mixed ensemble, receiving a good rating; triple trio, receiving an ex- cellent rating; Rhonda Kleinhans re- ceiving an excellent rating; Mary Jo Ronning and Jolene Wetrosky reciev- ing good ratings; Jeff Sogn, Allan Saug- stad, Cindy Schempp and Dave Van Ballegooyen receiving excellent ratings; and Arlo Lykken receiving a superior rating. Cindy Schempp, Sydelle Numsen, Jeff Sogn and Arlo Lykken were cho- sen to represent Alcester in the All- State Chorus. 31 Girls’ Triple Trio members were Kathy Rogness, Cindy Schempp, Janice Finnie, Ellen Thor mod sgaard, Sandy Harlow, Mary Jo Carol Waddell and Carla Buum served as accompanists. Chorus: 1st R. Lavonne Lundberg, Becky Wetrosky, Karen Albers, Cindy Schempp, Janice Finnie, Sandy Harlow, Mary Ronning, Jeff Sogn, Gerald Thompson, Curtis Holthe, Eldon Saugstad, Lisa Sogn, Joni Eilers, Jolene Wetrosky, Shari Wahl, Jean Hultgren, Wendy Stubbs, Carla Buum, Mrs. Lykken. 2nd R. Ellen Thormodsgaard, Carol Groon, Darla Wilkens, Paula McKee, Eileen Withee, David VanEngen, Randy Moller, Myron Zwiefel, Broc Hartman, Mary Ronning, Doris Israel, Mary Kay Frick, and Lisa Sogn. Carol Wad- dell was accompanist for the group. Arlo Lykken, Cindy Schempp, Sydellc Numsen, and Jeff Sogn tra- veled to Rapid City to sing in the All-State Chorus in November. Frick, Carlo Waddell, Sydelle Numsen, Dawn Johnson, Peggy New- man, Marji Anderson. 3rd R. Rhonda Kleinhans, Cheryl Duncan, Julie Carlson, Kathy Rogness, Darby Belkey, Arlo Lykken, David VanBallegooyen, Gary McCormick, Doyle Fickbohm, Allan Saug- stad, Craig Holthe, Ramona Jurgensen, Carla Sundstrom, Brenda Johnson, Karla Sommervold, Doris Israel, Debbie Sundstrom. Mixed ensemble members were: 1st R. Lavonne Lundberg, Cheryl Duncan, Sydclle Numsen, Jolene Wetrosky. 2nd R. Gerald Thomp- son, Carla Buum, Jean Hultgren, Jeff Sogn. 3rd R. Eldon Saugstad, David VanBallegooyen. Arlo Lykken, Allan Saugstad. Vocal Groups Give Christmas Concert Many students tried out for the glee clubs and the mixed chorus this year. The girl’s glee club and boy’s glee club con- sisted of all those who wanted to be members. The mixed chorus was comprised of a smaller number of selected mem- bers from each section. Under the direction of Mrs. Marie Lykken, both glee clubs and the mixed chorus began working and planning, at the beginning of the year, for the Christmas concert which was held on December 18. All three groups attended the regional contest held at Yankton on April 3. Each group sang two numbers. The girl’s glee club sang “Now Let Me Fly” and “Eucaristica”. The boy’s glee club sang “Frostiana” and “Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor”, and the mixed chorus sang “0 Be Joy- ful” and “Ching-a Ring-a Chaw”. The girl’s glee club re- ceived an excellent rating, and the boy’s glee club and mixed chorus received good ratings. The girl’s glee club met every Monday and Wednesday for the last three mods of the day, and the boy's glee club met for the first three mods on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The mixed chorus met for the last three mods on Fridays. A pops concert was presented on May 13 in which all three groups participated. Girl's Glee: 1st R. Eileen Withee, Rhonda Kleinhans, Lisa Miner, Gloria Osterkamp, Janice Finnie, Paula McKee, Sandy Harlow, Becky Wetrosky, Lisa Sogn, Mary Kay Frick, Carla Buum, Nancy Jahn, Rhonda Larson, Brenda Anderson, Mrs. Lykken. 2nd R. Ellen Thormodsgaard, Mary Sundstrom, Lavonne Lundberg, Sharon Dan- ielson, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Mary Jo Ronning, Barb Richter, Dawn Merrick, Linda Rogness, Joni Eilers, Jolene Wetrosky, Shari Wahl, Dawn Johnson, Marji Anderson, Wendy Stubbs. 3rd R. Carol Groon, Julie Carlson, Kathy Rogness, Cheryl Duncan, Darla Wilkens, Jean Vreugdenhil, Karen Albers. Valorie Hagen, Carla Johnson. Robin Braastad. Lorna Anderson, Sydelle Numsen, Jean Hultgren, Sherri Harlow, Peggy Newman. Naomi Hammitt. 4th R. Cheryl Richter, Charlotte Keizer, Darby Belkey, Delvonna Bern, Lome Wetrosky, Darla Anderson, Mary Hartman, Carol Waddell. Ramona Jurgensen, Brenda Johnson, Karla Sommervold, Carla Sundstrom, Doris Israel, Debbie Sundstrom, Carol Danielson. Kathy Briggle. 33 Declam Students Learn New Techniques At various times between 8:30 and 3:30, and also after school, many students could be found practicing their declam pieces. Under the supervision of Mrs. Elsie Aaen and Mr. Douglas Johnson, the twenty-five members of the declam team practiced diligently. On October 20 an elimination contest was held. Each of the twenty-five members of the team read their pieces, and the top three people in each of the four categories, poetry, oratory, dramatic, and humorous were chosen. These twelve people then competed against one another in the local contest on October 22. Four finalists were then cho- sen to go to the regional contest. The top four who were chosen were: Kathy Rogness, poetry division; Pam Merrick, humorous division; Allan Saugstad, oratory division; and Jolene Wetrosky, dramatic division. Jolene Wetrosky received an excellent rating at the regional contest, and each of the other three students re- ceived a good rating. Local winners were Kathy Rogness, poetry division; Allan Saug- stad, oratory division; and Jolene Wetrosky, dramatic division. Pam Merrick won the humorous division. Allan Saugstad practices under the direction of Mr. Johnson. Declam Team: 1st R. Mr. Johnson, Ellen Thormodsgaard, Lavonne Lundberg, Lorrie Wetrosky, Paula McKee, Jean Hultgren, Shari Wahl. 2nd R. Mark Sorlie, Becky Wetrosky, Wendy Stubbs, Sharon Danielson, Linda Rogness, Jolene Wetrosky, Sydelle Numsen. 3rd R Sandy Harlow, Kathy Rogness, Carla Sundstrom, Allan Saugstad, Eldon Saugstad, Doris Israel, Valorie Hagen, Dawn Merrick. 34 German and Literary Clubs are Active With a membership of everyone in German I II, the German Club had many interesting activities. Highlights at their monthly meetings were slides of Germany shown by Gary McKellips and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Rasmussen. In De- cember they sang carols in English and in German at Morn- ingside Manor Retirement Home. The German Qub entertained at other school activities with “Rambunctious Reinholt” skits featuring Gary McCor- mick and Ralph Rasmussen. Gary also served as president; Jeff Sogn as vice president; Karla Sommervold, secretary; Jean Hultgren, treasurer; and Mr. Schnabel, advisor. The second semester of the year saw the beginning of a new activity for AHS-a literary club known as the Literary Vanguard. Under the leadership of Mr. Johnson, the group met several times for organization. They decided not to have officers, but to remain as informal as possible. The members of the club wanted to stimulate an interest in, and broaden their knowledge of, literature. They also hoped to improve their writing and speaking by construc- tively critizing each other’s writings and to annually print a collection of their own writings. These writings came from each person’s quota of at least three original works per nine-week period. The club met monthly to talk about their writings and other literature that was suited to their pur- poses. Members of the newly formed Literary Vanguard were Rodney Thormodsgaard, Wendy Stubbs, Vernon McBride, Becky Wetrosky, Mike Reppe, Jean Hultgren, Allan Saugstad, Janice Finnie, Larry Israel, and Karen Severson. Mr. Johnson served as advisor for the club. In December the German Club went Christmas caroling at the Morningside Manor. Members of the club were 1st R. Jean Hultgren, Carol Waddell, Peggy Peterson, Wendy Stubbs, Sandy Harlow. 2nd R. Karla Sommervold, Kathy Rogness, Lavonne Lundberg, Janice Finnie, Shari Wahl, Karen Albers, Sydelle Numsen, Dawn Johnson, Craig Brenneise. 3rd R. Gary McCormick, Allan Saugstad, Jeff Sogn, Mr. Schabel, and Ralph Rasmussen. Advisor for the German Club was Mr. Schabel. 35 FHA Presents Skit at State Meeting Learning, doing, and fun filled the hours that FHA’ers spent on their activities. With their program of work planned around the National Program of Work and the State Pro- jects, the Alcester chapter carried out many activities. Some of this year’s special events included swap night and a pizza party at Christmas. Donald Rounds, state high- way director, spoke at Daddy-Date Night held in November. A Mother-Daughter Banquet was featured at the April meet- ing. At the State FHA Meeting held in Huron on October 3, the Alcester delegates helped Carla Sundstrom present her state officer’s project report and also the state financial re- port. The Alcester chapter also attended the regional meet- ing in Lennox in April 15 where Debbie Sundstrom was in- stalled as the Region IV Parliamentarian and Mrs. Charles Sundstrom received honorary membership in the Region IV Association. A Round Robin Meeting held in Tyndall was also attended. Several freshmen girls earned their junior homemaking degrees by carrying out various projects, such as articles for the State FHA Newsletter, helping with a chapter activity, and planning a project for National FHA Week. Mary Sundstrom and Linda Rogness measure Mary Jo Ronning'sarm to determine what she must contribute to the State Scholarship Fund. She must pay a penny for every inch. President Betsy Lykken cuts a stencil for the program of work booklets. 36 These officers led the group during the year. 1st R. Naomi Hammitt, historian; Charlotte Keizer, treasurer; Cindy Schempp, secretary; Julie Carlson, song leader. 2nd R. Kathy Rogness, vice-president; Betsy Lykken, pres- ident; Lorna Anderson, parliamentarian; Doris Israel, reporter and Mrs. Ericson, ad- visor. FFA Completes Several Projects Postmaster Marvin Westin presents a stamp commemorating Ameri- ca's sheep growers to FFA president, Dave Limoges, while Mr. Bult- sma looks on. For the members of the Future Farmers of America, spe- cial occasions such as the Father-Son Banquet and the Na- tional and State Conventions highlighted the year. This year, the representatives from Alcester to the National Conven- tion in Kansas City were Eldean Lykken and Richard Green. Also, many members took part in judging contests in the area. The FFA was involved in various fund-raising activities throughout the year. They repaired the concession stand and operated it at all the home football games. They also sold citrus fruit during the Christmas season. A special pro- ject of theirs was helping the athletic department of AHS re- pair the damaged athletic equipment. This year, the Alcester Chapter of FFA held meetings once every month. They took part in many activities such as, a roller-skating party with members of FHA. Mr. Don Bultsma acted as advisor throughout the year. The FFA members were involved in learning the tech- niques used in agriculture, a vocation very important to this area. They tried to strengthen America by promoting the unity of local levels, the community and the school. Richard Green and Eldean Lykken attended the National FFA meeting in Kansas City. Eldean Lykken, Eldon Lykken, Dave Reiser, and Richard Green prepare to deliver the citrus fruit they sold for Christmas. Leaders of the organization during the year were these officers. 1st R. Richard Green, vice-president; Dave Limoges, president; Eldean Lykken, secretary. 2nd R. Mr. Bult- sma, advisor; Eldon Lykken, treasurer; Dave Reiser, reporter; and Regan Homandberg. sentinel. 37 Members of the CUBETTE staff were 1st R. Debbie Sundstrom, Marji Anderson, Wendy Stubbs, Eileen Withee, Kathy Rogness, Car- la Sundstrom. 2nd R. Lavonne Lundberg, Becky Wetrosky, Mary Sundstrom, Linda Rogness, Allan Saugstad, Carol Waddell, Bruce Danielson, Sydelle Numsen, Janice Finnie, Carol Groon, Shari Wahl, and Lorna Anderson. Mr. Sorensen advised the staff. 1970 Cubette Wins All-State Rating The task of the Cubette staff was to create a memorable yearbook from a huge assortment of material that would depict the people, the events and highlights of AHS as they really were; all centered around the theme “8:30-3:30 Plus”. Many things tem- porarily stood in the way of produc- tion, such as, delinquent stories, last minute corrections and deadlines that always came too soon. Editor Carla Sundstrom and Co- editor Debbie Sundstrom had the job of planning the yearbook. The rest of the staff consisted of seven copy writers, three typists, four business managers, two photographers and three art editors. The staff worked many long hours to capture the last- ing “times” of 1970-71 at AHS. Several staff members and their advisor, Mr. Sorensen, attended the annual press conference at Brookings in the fall of 1970. There the 1969- 70 Cubette received an all-state rat- ing. Staff members attended different work shops and gathered material they found that would be useful to them in putting out this edition of the Cubette. Sydelle Numsen, Carla Sundstrom, and Marji Anderson try to get some more pages finished up. 38 Dakota Records School’s Events Top: The “Dakota” staff worked closely with Colleen Fickbohm, editor, and Mr. Ptak, ad- visor. They were 1st R Darla Wilkens, Doris Israel, Jolene Wetrosky, Dawn Johnson, Janice Finnie, Karen Severson, Colleen Fickbohm. 2nd R. Mr. Ptak, Pam Swanson, Janet Kraakmo, Ellen Thormodsgaard, Cheryl Duncan, Gary McCormick, Gary McKeilips, and Clark Wilson. Bottom: “Dakota” reporters receiving assignments from Colleen Fickbohm were 1st R. Eileen Withee, Peggy Newman, Sherri Harlow, Lavonne Lundberg, Charlotte Keizer, Carol Groon. 2nd R. Craig Brenneise, Mike Reppe, Allan Saugstad, Gary Kruse, Sydelle Numsen, Kathy Briggle, Bruce Danielson, Naomi Hammitt. Cindy Schempp, and Carla Sundstrom. The Dakota staff put many long and difficult hours into preparing the monthly paper covering school activi- ties. The Dakota contained editorials, sports results, stories about special occasions and a few senior profiles each month. The purpose of the Dakota was to inform the student body of recent school news, but it was also an activity that helped develop a sense of prompt- ness and accuracy of reporting. Co-editors for the Dakota were Colleen Fickbohm and Janice Finnie. In the fall, several of the staff members and advisor, Mr. Melvin Ptak, attended the annual press con- ference in Brookings. They received an excellent rating on the paper for the previous year. Several new ideas to help produce a better school paper were learned and put to use. Above. Ait editors Doris Israel and Karen Severson cut the headlines for an issue of the “Dakota”. Left: Cheryl Duncan, Ellen Thormodsgaard, and Colleen Fickbohm staple the pages to- gether, finishing the last step of preparing this issue for circulation. 39 A-team cheerleaders were Ramona Jurgensen, Doris Israel, Sandy Harlow, and Sydelle Num- Cheerleaders keep the enthusiasm of the fans aroused. Carla Buum, Robin Braastad, Sharon Danielson, and Joni Eilers were B-team cheerleaders. Cheerleaders One of the co-curricular activities that showed a lot of school spirit was being an active member of pep club. Pep club members supported the team by being at as many games as possible and cheering them on. Enthusiasm and school spirit were expressed through pep club. At the beginning of the year, the pep club officers were in charge of selling booster buttons. Two different styles were chosen. One style was for homecoming only and the other one was for the entire 1970 71 school year. The profit made went into the pep club treasury. Pep club also planned for a mascot for home games. A special committee made the kkCub”. For each game or pep rally a name was drawn to deter- mine who would wear the mascot out-fit. Cheerleaders were chosen to lead team supporters in yells. The A-team cheerleaders were chosen in the spring of 1970 by the student body and the B-team cheerleaders were selected in the fall of 1970 by the pep club. They aroused interest in the games and worked for good school spirit. Pep club members sit in the cheering sections to support the teams throughout the year. and Pep Club Make Mascot The mascot, pictured here with Doris Israel, helped lead cheers at all the home basketball games and pep meetings. Pep club officers Shari Wahl, Debbie Sundstrom, Naomi Hammitt, and Charlotte Keizer work in the coat check room which the pep club ran at home basketball games in order to raise money. 41 A-Club Members Revise Their Constitution Twenty-eight members made up this year’s A-Club. To become a member of the organization, one must have ex- celled in at least one sport and have received a gold letter. A letter was given to anyone who fulfilled the requirements of a sport for a particular season. Letters are given in every sport and the manager also receives a gold letter. Blue letters were worn by those who lettered four times in any one sport and those chosen All-Conference members. These let- ters represented the ambition to excel in sports and also pride in their school. Among projects that the A-Club chose for the year were revision of the constitution and working on the track and field record board. They were led by their elected officers: Don Jervik, president;Gary Kruse, vice-president; and Gary McKellips, secretary-treasurer. Advisors to the club were Mr. Siemonsma, Mr. Kroger, and Mr. Brown. A-Club: 1st R. Broc Hartman, Arlo Lykken, Eldean Lykken, Steve Hendricks, Lloyd Roduner, Regan Homandberg. 2nd R. Qark Wil- son, Dave Duncan, Eldon Lykken, Joe Hendricks, Dave Reiser, Dave Limoges. 3rd R. Dave Peterson, Ralph Rasmussen, Gary Kruse, Gary Stenstrom, Kevin Johnson, Mike Reppe, Bruce Danielson. 4th R. Jim Carlson, Gary McKellips, Don Jervik, Jeff Sogn, Steve Jenkin son, Steve Sigman. 42 Athletics Homecoming Victory Highlights Season The Cubs’ long-awaited victory fi- nally came on Homecoming, 1970. Af- ter going through 60 winless games in 7 long years, the team pulled through with a triumphant 31-0 victory over Augustana Academy of Canton. The following Monday school did not start until 10:00 when a victory cele- bration was held. The Cubs also overcame Parker, Elk Point, and Harrisburg, making 1970 a record for the most victories since Alcester entered 11-man football competition. Don Jervik, Gary Kruse, and Dave Limoges were chosen All-Conference, and Dave Duncan, Clark Wilson, and Dave Peterson had Honorable Men- tions. “Ace of the Week” went to Dave Peterson, who rushed 147 yards in the Elk Point game; Clark Wilson, who completed 7 of 8 passes for 230 yards and 4 touchdowns against Au- gustana Academy; and Gary Kruse who made 3 of those touchdowns. Overall, Dave Peterson rushed 414 of the season total of 758 yards rush- ing; and Gary Kruse and Don Jervik accounted for nearly all of the 887 yards gained from quarterback Clark Wilson’s passes. Defensively, Dave Limoges contributed 89 tackles to the season total of 430. With many returning lettermen, the season next year promises to be even more successful. Alcester 31 .. . Augustana 0 ... At Last! With the goal line in sight Dave Peterson pushes for the score. 1st R.: Clark Wilson, Jeff Sogn. Lloyd Roduner, Joe Hendricks, Regan Hommand- berg, Steve Hendricks, Ken Berg. 44 2nd R.: Steve Jenkinson, Kim Eilers, Kevin Johnson, Gary Sten- 3rd R.: Mr. Siemonsma, Arlo Lykken, Todd Hughes, Marlon Mollet, strom, Mike Reppe, Dave Duncan, Ralph Rasmussen, Dave Keiser, Eldon Lykken, Gary Kruse, Jim Carlson, Eldean Lykken, Dave Warren Fickbohm, Dave Peterson. Limoges, Don Jervik, Mr. Brown. Dave Peterson rushes for the goal line as opponents close in. All-Conference honors were received by Dave Limoges, Gary Kruse, and Don Jervik. Gary Kruse was also named to the honor- able mention All-State team. 45 46 Don Jervik races for a touchdown. Right: Dave Peterson gains some extra yards. Cubs Record Four Wins Cubs 0 M Lennox 16 8 B Beresford 42 31 ■ Augustana Academy 0 H (homecoming) 6 H Parker 0 6 Brandon Valley 40 12 ■ Elk Point 6 8 H Centerville 24 12 Dell Rapids 24 6 H Harrisburg 0 Denotes Big 8 Conference Games. Freshman Teams Gain Skills for the Future Freshman Football Team: 1st R. Charles Ericson, Lynn Hagen, Grant Homandberg, Tim Johnson, Mark Merrick, Teddy Sogn, Denny Rolfes. 2nd R. Randy Persinger, Mike Kjose, Larry Hebert, Clint Tucker, Brad Kruse, Joe Gubbrud, Bryan Eden, Doug Reppe. 3rd R. Ken Berg, Todd Hughes, Kent Hongslo, Clark Brenneise, Roger Wennblom, Mark Albers, Jer- ald Day, Kim Eilers, Tim Winquist, Mr. Brown. Freshman Basketball Team: 1st R. Tim Johnson, Charles Ericson, Grant Homandberg, Lynn Hagen. 2nd R. Mark Merrick, Barry Fickbohm, Dwayne Johnson, Clint Tucker, Randy Per- singer. 3rd R. Kent Hongslo, Clark Brenneise, Roger Wennblom, Kirk Johnson, Bryan Eden, Brad Kruse, Mr. Kroger. Freshman Track Team: 1st R. Ken Berg, Charles Erickson, Tom Johnson, Kent Hongslo. 2nd R. Tim Winquist, Doug Reppe, Brad Kruse, Roger Wennblom. The freshman boys were offered the chance to improve their athletic ability all year round. At the beginning of the school year they gained knowledge of football. They learned the importance of working together as a team. They played against the freshman teams of Hawarden, Centerville, Elk Point and Scotland. The season was completed with a record of zero wins and seven losses. They were coached by Mr. Brown. During the basketball season the freshman boys were under the leader- ship and coaching of Mr. Kroger. They proved basketball to be their special- ity. They lost three games and won seven. They lost to Parker and Hudson once, and to Canton in the finals of the Lennox Invitational, placing second. The Canton game was close and showed the great determination of the players. Towns that were de- feated by the freshman team of AHS were Parker once, Hudson once, Wa- konda twice and Elk Point twice. Many freshman boys also partici- pated in track. Their competition con- sisted mostly of other area freshman teams. Their training was held with the varsity track members. The freshman track coach was Mr. Kroger. The freshman boys have the respon- sibility of taking over the varsity teams in the next few years. The experience they gain during freshman competition is a valuable asset in helping them pre- pare for this. If they lose, they learn the areas they need to be stronger in. In order to improve they must get ex- perience. In order to get experience they have to play actual games. The freshman teams provide this opportu- nity. 47 B-Team Displays Enthusiastic Effort This year the B-team was composed mainly of sopho- mores and juniors. They met up with some difficulty be- cause the teams they played were usually much taller. But they had an average season, ending the year with a total of 7 wins and 10 losses. The team was coached by Mr. Larry Siemonsma. It was a year for the development of new skills and improvement of those already obtained. There were several close games throughout the season. Alcester's B-team managed to beat Harrisburg with a score of 48 to 44 in overtime. They beat Elk Point by the slim margin of 50 to 49. One game where there was quite a dif- ference in scoring was when Alcester out-shot Viborg 52 to 18. Many of the games were hard fought but the enthusi- asm and energy displayed by the team members made the entire season worthwhile. Lloyd Roduner tries a shot while Kim Eilers and Regan Homandberg rush in to help. Todd Hughes jumps high to grab a rebound. B-Basketball Team: 1st R. Charles Ericson, Larry Israel, Denny Rolfes, Curtis Anderson, Regan Hommandberg, Joe Hendricks, Ger- ald Thompson, Steve Heiman, Ken Berg. 2nd R. Mr. Siemonsma, Kent Hongslo, Steve Hendricks, Rick Schempp, Kim Eilers, Vernon McBride, Doyle Fickbohm, Todd Hughes, Eldon Saugstad, Lloyd Roduner, Mr Brown. 48 Varsity Team. 1st R. Charles Ericson, Dave Peterson, Clark Wilson, Dana Wilson, Gary McKellips, Craig Brenneise, Regan Homandberg, Ken Berg. 2nd R. Mr. Siemonsma, Kent Hongslo, Todd Hughes, Doyle Fickbohm, Gary Kruse, Kim Eilers, Kevin Johnson, Don Jer- vik, Mr. Brown. Left: Kevin Johnson jumps high to reach a rebound Cubs Complete Successful Season The Cubs had a successful 1970-71 season. Coached by Mr. Darwin Brown, the Alcester Cubs’ A-basketball squad completed the season with a record of 16 wins, 6 losses and second place in the District 22 Tournament. The Cubs also placed second in the Big Eight Conference Tournament played January 7th, 8th, and 9th. The final game was an exciting contest between the Cubs and the Len- nox Orioles, where the Cubs were defeated by only 1 point. The A-team consisted of 14 players. They spent many hours practicing and working hard to put forth their best ef- forts for a good season. Gary Kruse, a junior, headed the statistics by leading in the most field goals, best field goal percentage, most free throws attempted, and most free throws made. Kruse made an average of 21.56 points per game with a total of 469 points for the 1970-71 season. Don Jervik, a senior, was a close second to Kruse in most of the categories. Don was said to be one of the quickest players in the area. He was the second leading scorer with an average of 17.58 points per game. The senior members of the team included Gary McKel- lips. Clark Wilson, Don Jervik and Dave Peterson. With re- turning lettermen, the Cubs are looking forward to another successful season. 49 Cubs Win 16 Games Hudson Viborg Beresford Akron Lennox Riverside Wakonda Centerville Dell Rapids Lennox LeMars Gehlen Parker Brandon Valley Jefferson Elk Point Centerville Irene Dell Rapids Harrisburg Augustana Academy Hurley Beresford r Denotes Big 8 Conference Games Don Jervik tries another lay-up. Gary Kruse reaches for a rebound. 50 Above: Gary McKellips shoots over the hand of an opposing guard. Below: Gary Kruse gets another shot off. Boys Track Team: 1st R. Mike Reppe, Teddy Sogn, Regan Homand- berg, Craig Hoi the, Steve Heiman, Dave Van Engen, Eldon Saug- stad. 2nd R. Joe Hendricks, Craig Brenneise, Lloyd Roduner, Larry Hebert, Steve Sigman, Gary Stenstrom, Steve Jenkinson, Bruce Johnson, Gary McKellips. 3rd R. Mr. Kroger, Steve Hendricks, Kim Eilers, Todd Hughes, Gaylon Baker, Jim Carlson, Gary Kruse, Doyle Fickbohm, Kevin Johnson, Don Jervik, Mr. Siemonsma. Track Team Sets Six New School Records Middle distance runners for the team were (1st R.) Gaylon Baker, Steve Sigman, Joe Hendricks, (2nd R.) Craig Brenneise, Kevin John- son, Doyle Fickbohm, Gary McKellips, Don Jervik and Gary Kruse. This year the 37 track members attended several area meets. The meets and placings were as follows: Centerville, 6th of 12 places; Big 8 Conference, 6th of 8 places; Rock Rapids, 4th of 16 places; Elk Point, 6th of 13 places; Len- nox, 12th of 17 places; West Sioux, 3rd of 7 places; Al- cester, 4th of 6 places; Regional Meet, 5th of 9 places; and the State Meet, 12th of 64 places. Representatives to the State Track Meet and their events were Don Jervik in the 440, the 880 and the long jump; Gary Kruse in the shot and the discus; and Regan Homand- berg in the 2-mile. Don Jervik placed 4th in the 880. Gary Kruse placed 5th in the shot and 2nd in the discus, and Regan Homandberg placed 4th in the 2-mile. Several new school records were set this year. Regan Homandberg ran the 2-mile in 10 minutes and 9.9 seconds. Don Jervik ran the 880 in 1 minute, 59.6 seconds and the 440 in 51.8 seconds. Gary Kruse threw the shot 50 feet, 75 inches and the discus 152 feet, 5 inches. The 880 yards relay team consisting ot David VanEngen, Craig Brenneise, Gaylon Baker and Lloyd Roduner set the new record of 138 minutes, 6 seconds. Don Jervik also won the annual decathlon. Lettermen this year were Don Jervik, Gary McKellips, Gaylon Baker, Craig Brenneise, Regan Homandberg, Kevin Johnson, Gary Kruse, Steve Heiman, and Steve Sigman. 52 Steve Sigman, Doyle Fickbohm, Kevin Johnson, Gary McKellips and rfegan Homandberg ran the 2-mile relay. The mile relay team consisted of Craig Brenneise. Don Jervik, Gay- Ion Baker and Gary Kruse. Steve Jenkinson pole vaulted for the Cubs. Passing the baton as members of the Cubs’ medley relay team for the season were Lloyd Roduncr. Craig Brenneise. Gary McKellips, and Don Jervik. Long distance runners were 1st R. Steve Sigman. Bruce Johnson, Steve Heiman. 2nd R. Doyle Fickbohm, Kevin Johnson, and Steve Hendricks. 53 Gary Kruse throws a discus while Kim Eilers, Mike Reppe and Steve Jenkinson look on. Sprinters for the season were Craig Brenneise, Gaylon Baker, Dave VanEngen. Lloyd Roduner, and Don Jervik. High jumpers were Kevin Johnson, Todd Hughes, Dave VanEngen, Steve Sigman and Eldon Saugstad. Shotputlers were Gary Kruse, Steve Jenkinson and Mike Reppe. Don Jervik, Larry Hebert, Todd Hughes and Jim Carlson ran hurdles. 54 Cross-Country Team Attends Long jumper Craig Brenneise watches as Don Jervik shows his form. Eight Meets Cross Country Team: 1st R. Steve Sigman, Lynn Osterkamp. Steve Heiman. 2nd R. Dave Van- Engen, Bruce Johnson. Kirk Johnson. Richard Green, Gaylon Baker. The major qualifications of a mem- ber of the cross-country team are speed and endurance. At the meets, the dis- tances run are either 2 miles or 2.2 miles. The team with the lowest num- ber of points wins. Each team can have up to 7 members running but the first 4 placing are considered the team. This year the cross-country team competed in 8 meets. At the State Cross-Country Meet, Steve Sigman fin- ished 23rd and Steve Heiman placed 100th of the 148 participants. At the Conference Meet, Steve Sigman fin- ished 23rd of the 52 participants. Other meets attended included invita- tional at Lennox, Elk Point and Ver- million. The lettermen this year were Steve Sigman and Steve Heiman. The team was coached by Mr. Glenn Kro- ger. Steve Sigman placed fourth in the confer- ence. Girls’Track Team: 1st R. Lome Wetrosky, Linda Rogness, Gloria Espeland, Darla Anderson, Mary Kay Frick, Joni Eilers, Robin Braa- stad, Mary Hartman. 2nd R. Mary Sundstrom, Becky Wetrosky, Vicky Thormodsgaard, Cindy Baker, Debbie Sundstrom, Valorie Hagen, Shari Wahl, Wendy Stubbs. 3rd R. Mr. Brown, Doris Israel, Sandy Harlow, Jean Hultgren, Sydelle Numsen, Carol Waddell, Karen Albers, Sherri Harlow, Dawn Merrick, Kathy Briggle, Miss Darling’ ton. Girl’s Track Is Introduced at AHS Mr. Darwin Brown coached the first year of girl's track at AHS. Thirty-two girls signed up hoping to prove their athletic ability on the cinders. The first track meet was a dual with Hudson. The Al- cester girls showed a lot of desire, but failed to win. At this meet the girls set the first school records. Several girls took part in the track meet at Hurley. There the girls showed a lot of improvement and broke several of their first school records. They also saw in which areas they needed to be stronger and gained the experience of compet- ing against larger and more experienced schools. Duals with Wakonda and Westfield were also held. A few girls went to Tyndall hoping to score for Alcester, but the competition proved somewhat too stiff and they failed to score any points. The regional track meet was held at Lennox. Several girls participated hoping to do well enough to be eligible for the South Dakota Track Meet. As it turned out, nobody placed high enough to become eligible, although they did place fairly well. That track meet also proved to be the last chance of the season for any girl to letter. It was decided that girls, just as the boys, have to earn seven points to earn a letter. Only major or larger track meets count toward the scoring. No one had enough points to letter, but they found out what track is like and learned that to be in sports one must have to be dedicated and want to participate. Above: Darla Anderson practices passing a baton to Sandy Harlow. Below: Dawn Merrick tries the shotput. 56 Homecoming Is Memorable Event People get excited at homecomings. That’s exactly what happened this year. Coronation was the first turn of the planned homecoming activities of 1970. Master of cere- monies, Gary Kruse, announced the names of the advancing senior candidates and underclassmen attendants. The senior candidates were: Dawn Johnson, Jean Hultgren, Shari Wahl, Don Jervik, Gary McKellips and Dave Peterson. Shari Wahl and Dave Peterson were announced as the AHS 1970 Home- coming Royalty. They were robed and crowned and then several skits and musical numbers were presented in their honor by the classes. Everyone’s school spirit was strengthened as they were led in a rousing pep rally out beside the traditional burning “A”. After many winless football seasons, school and pub- lic interest had not dropped but grown to such a height that everyone felt it was impossible to do anything except win . . . and they did! The school song took on a new meaning as touchdown after touchdown was made. A dance followed with music provided by “The Cold Rolled Steel String Band.” A lot of worry, a lot of time, and a lot of school spirit made Homecoming 1970 a lasting memory. Right: Arlo Lykken and Marji Anderson robe the king and queen to start the homecoming activities. Homecoming Royalty: 1st R.: Arthur McGettrick, Scott McKee, Holly Merrick, Tamara Rierson. 2nd R.: Mike Reppe, Naomi Ham- mitt, Gary McKellips, Dawn Johnson, Dave Peterson, Shari Wahl, Jean Hultgren, Don Jervik, Steve Sigman, Mary Hartman. Kent Hongslo, Mary Sundstrom. Cubs’ backers anticipate a victory at the bonfire. Sophomore Curtis Anderson demolishes the knight. Queen Shari King Dave Sweetheart Queen and attendants were Jean Hultgren, Jolene Wetrosky, Dawn Johnson, Karla Sommervold, and Pam Merrick. Brenda Johnson and Arlo Lykken portray “another Valentine’s Day” for the old couple. 62 Sweetheart Coronation Is “Something Pretty” The theme for the 1971 Sweetheart Coronation, “Some- thing Pretty,” set the mood for an exciting evening. As a few members of the band played the processional, the candidates and their escorts proceeded to the stage. The candidates for queen were: Jean Hultgren, Dawn Johnson, Pam Merrick, Karla Sommervold and Jolene Wetrosky. Their escorts were: Gary McKellips, Clark Wilson, Jeff Sogn, Dave Peterson and Don Jervik, respectively. A few tense moments passed before Mike Reppe, Master of Ceremonies, announced Dawn Johnson as Sweetheart Queen. She was crowned by student Body President Clark Wilson. After the queen and her attendants had been seated, Kathy Jensen presented the traditional box of Val- entine candy to the queen from the student body. The queen, attendants, and the audience were then en- tertained by several vocal and instrumental numbers, a few humorous skits and a musical reading. After the pro- gram there was a dance with music provided by the “Big Toe Jam Band”. A large crowd stayed for the dance and helped to make Sweetheart a time to remember. German club members Ralph Rasmussen, Gary McCormick, and Cupid, portrayed by Alan Anderson, comes to announce the queen. Allan Saugstad present another adventure with ‘‘Rambunctious Rhemholt.” 63 Jeff Sogn and Kathy Briggle pose to have their pictures taken. These members of the sophomore class served as waitresses and wait- ers. 1st R. Curtis Anderson, Carla Buum, Sherri Harlow and Peggy —• Lr A scene of the park on Love Street. Steve Sigman and Sherri Harlow serve punch to Allan Saugstad, Ja- nice Finnie, Craig Brenneise and Becky Wetrosky as they arrive. Newman. 2nd R. Joe Hendricks, Mary Hartman, Desiree Sigman, El- don Saugstad, Steve Sigman and Todd Hughes. Friendly conversation and one last picture fill the moments before the banquet begins. Juniors and Seniors Walk on Love Street Rev. Hoyt, speaker for the banquet; Mrs. Hoyt, Becky Wetrosky, mistress of ceremonies and Sydelle Numsen, senior class president sit at the head table waiting to be served. On Saturday evening. May 8, 1971, the junior class in- vited the seniors to take “A Walk Down Love Street” at the Alcester community auditorium. The juniors prepared the entertainment and decorations. The walk was led by Mis- tress of Ceremonies Becky Wetrosky. Following the dinner Craig Brenneise gave the welcome and Sydelle Numsen gave the acceptance. The history of the senior class' four years at AHS was read by Gary Mc- Kellips. Mike Reppe then prophecized the future lives of the seniors. The sophomore waiters and waitresses enter- tained with the song “Traces”. Then Rev. Hoyt was the main speaker and presented a talk about love. The junior's entertainment was a sextet consisting of Karen Albers, Wendy Stubbs, Lavonne Lundberg, Sandy Harlow, Peggy Peterson and Kathy Briggle that sang “These Are a Few of My Favorite Things” and a poem read by Doris Israel. After the banquet a dance was held from 9:00 to 12:00 p.m. Following the dance, guests were invited to attend the show, “The Baby Maker” in Hawarden. Breakfast was served by the juniors' parents at the audi- torium immediately following the show. It took a lot of work to prepare for the annual Junior- Senior Banquet and many things were included in that evening. But to every junior and senior that evening is a very special one, a pleasant reminder of AHS. 65 Juniors Perform On November 12 and 13 the juniors put on the humor- ous play “Stars In Their Eyes’1 written by Ruth and Nathan Hale, under the direction of Mrs. Aaen. It was about a fami- ly who moved from Rainbow Falls to California with the intent of crashing into the movies. The family included: Papa Kelton . . . employed as a milkman while awaiting his big break .. . but so far it’s only been milk bottles; Mama Kelton, an aspiring playwright with ideas, ambition, and 3 effervescent daughters who with their friends proceed to keep the whole place in turmoil; Beatrice, who was cut out for the movies but apparently cut wrong ... she can’t even get into a mob scene; Lindy ... the little one of the family who succeeds in getting the whole family practically booted out of their tired apartment and into a tent; and Julie, the eldest daughter and the only really sensible one of the entire family. The 3-act play depicted the adventures, misadventures and struggles of the Kelton clan ... a down-to-earth play about a down-to-earth family. Upper Right: Mr. McDoughee threatens the Kelton family. Lower Right: Gertie floors him again. Play Cast: 1st R.: Wendy Stubbs. Ramona Jurgensen, Carol Waddell, Mike Reppe, Sandy Harlow, Lavonne Lundberg. 2nd R.: Doyle Fickbohm. Dave Reiser, Gary Stenstrom, Doris Israel, Vernon Mc- Bride, Darby Belkey, Craig Brenneise, Becky Wetrosky, Steve Jen- kinson, Janice Finnic. “Our Town” Presented Thorton Wilder’s well-known play “Our Town” was the seniors’ last presentation on stage. Directed by Mr. Douglas Johnson, the play was performed before the public on April first and second. Many people have become familiar with this play in an English course, and seeing it enacted made it more alive and moving for the entire audience. The large cast called for made it possible for nearly all seniors to have parts; the others were involved in the production of the play in other ways. Main characters included Erik-Paul Sallmen as the Stage Manager, David Duncan as Dr. Gibbs, Darla Wilkens as Mrs. Gibbs, Allan Saugstad as Mr. Webb, Brenda Johnson as Mrs. Webb, Gary McKellips as George Gibbs, Jolene Wetros- ky as Emily Webb, and Don Jervik as Simon Stimson. “Our Town” portrays a small New England town at the turn of the century in daily life, in love and marriage, and in death. The various subjects touched upon were such ordi- nary occurrences as choir practice, housework, school, base- ball, the weather, the town drunk, and several other areas of life. One important event is George and Emily’s falling in love and marrying. When Emily dies and joins those in the cemetery, she is not content. She returns to her past for one day to see how human beings overlook the important aspects of life; they never really take the time to look at one another. Upper Left: George and EmUy talk at Mr. Morgan’s drugstore. Lower Left: George and Emily are married in a big church wedding in Grovers Comers. Below: Emily joins the other dead people in the cemetery. Below: The cast of “Eh?” by William Fisher included Larry Israel. Above: Joni Eilers, Jeff Sogn, Allan Saugstad, Sydclle Numsen, and Pam Merrick, Bart Gubrud, Mike Reppe, and Kathy Rogncss. Darla Wilkens presented ‘The Storm” by Donald Payton. 68 One-Act Play Festival Presented On Monday, December 14, 1970 a festival of one-act plays was sponsored by the speech department. The three plays that were presented were “Eh?”, “The Storm”, and “The Widow’s Plight” or “Virtue Victorious”. “Eh?” by William Fisher was a comedy dealing with the problems of courtship. “The Storm” by Donald Payton was a dramatic play with a macabre ending. The Widow’s Plight” or “Virtue Victorious” by Helliwell and M. H. Willoughby was a melodrama in which the good guy was victorious. Becky Wetrosky, Carol Waddell, and Shari Wahl were the student directors. With the help of Mr. Johnson, they each had charge of one play. Behind the scenes several committees also helped in the preparation of the festival of plays. The make-up committee, program and ticket committee, property committee, and publicity committee all did their parts in preparing for the plays. Jean Hultgren, Wendy Stubbs, Ramona Jurgensen, and Lorrie We- trosky, prepared the set. “The Widow’s Plight” or “Virtue Victorious” by Louise Helliwell stad, Shari Wahl, Carla Sundstrom, Brenda Johnson, Sandy Harlow, and Marion H. Willouhby was performed by Don Jervik. Allan Saug- Mike Reppe, Gary McKellips, and Jolene Wetrosky. 69 Library Is Remodeled and Modernized Many new books were added to the library this year. The newly installed book racks and the remarking of all the books made it much easier for students to find what they were looking for. The students used the library to explore new areas, find answers to problems and just enjoy the val- uable information found there. The library staff was comprised of Mrs. Aaen and seven- teen student librarians. The many duties of the librarians in- cluded: checking in and out books and magazines, repairing books and cataloging them properly. They also assisted stu- dents in finding various sources of information to use in their school work. A paperback library was also at the disposal of the stu- dents. It was open on Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays, supervised by Mr. Johnson. Eileen Withee checks out a book for Jolene Wetrosky. Librarians Charlotte Keizer and Cathy Briggle return the reserved books to their shelves. Librarians were Eileen Withee, Robin Braastad, Sydelle Numsen, Al- Briggle, Eldon Saugstad, Naomi Hammitt, Doris Israel, Charlotte lan Saugstad. Becky Wetrosky, Kathy Solem, Wendy Stubbs, Cathy Keizer, Valorie Hagen and Sharon Danielson. 70 Many Deserving Students Receive Awards Doris Israel and Carol Waddell were chosen to attend Girls’ State. Boys’ Staters were Mike Reppe and Gary Kruse. By placing among the top four contestants in the shorthand division at the Regional Contest Cheryl Duncan earned a chance to compete in the State Business Contest. Gary Kruse (right ) was chosen as a member of the All-Conference basketball team. He also was a member of the third All-State team. Don Jervik was chosen as a member of the honorable mention All- Conference team. Sandy Harlow’s award for winning the annual Lincoln-Union essay contest was a trip to Washington, D.C. Her winning essay was enti- tled “Rural Electric Cooperatives Benefit Farmer, Businessman, and Community.” 71 Above: Seniors help each other prepare themselves before the processional begins. Below: Faces grow solemn as the seniors march in. We’ve Only Just Begun 72 A brass ensemble consisting of Mr. Swenson, Clark Brenneise, Dana Wilson and Tim Johnson provided entertainment during the program. Forty-One Seniors Receive Their Diplomas The commencement exercises for the graduating class of 1971 were held on Friday, May 28th at the Alcester Com- munity Building, 8:00 p.m. The 41 seniors advanced toward the stage trying to keep in step to “Pomp and Circum- stance”, played by the band. Reverend Milo Sheldon gave the invocation. The saluta- torian address was given by Sharon Wahl. Rhonda Klein- hans played a piano solo, followed by the valedictory ad- dress by Carla Sundstrom. Special awards and trophies were presented to several juniors and seniors for their efforts in various fields of school activity. The awards and recipients were as follows: Minnie Larson Award, Carol Waddell; Hammitt Music Award, Cindy Schempp; Scholastic Awards, Carla Sundstrom and Shari Wahl; and the Bob Johnson Award, Don Jervik. The main address of the evening was given by U. S. Representative Frank Denholm. His talk was followed by a number by the brass ensemble. Superintendent Richard Kirsch presented the class and Jay Clark, President of the Board of Education, awarded the diplomas. The commencement exercises were closed with the benediction by Reverend Milo Sheldon and the recessional by the band. The evening marked the end of the seniors’ high school career but with their chosen motto “We’ve Only Just Be- gun”, they are anticipating their future. Carol Waddell was the junior chosen to receive the Minnie Larson Award. United States Congressman Frank Denholm addressed the forty-one graduating seniors. Sharon Wahl was selected as the salutatorian while Carla Sundstrom was named the valedictorian. 73 Senior Directory LORNA ANDERSON: FH A -1-4, Parliamentarian-4; Cubette-1- 4; Pep Gub-1-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-2; Band-1-4; Clarinet Quintet-2; Woodwind Choir-4; Gass Treasurer -4; Stu- dent Council-2; Class Play-4. MARJORY ANDERSON: FHA-l;Cubette-3; Pep Club-1-4; President-3; Girl’s Glee- 1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4: Band-2; Gass President-2; Student Council-4, Secretary-Treasurer-4; Girl’s State. JULIE CARLSON: FHA-1-4; Music Leader-4; Pep Club-1-4; Girl's Glee- 1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band- 1-4; Triple Trio-3; Sax Quartet-2-4; Gass President-1; Gass Play-3-4; B-Team Cheer- leader-2; A-Team Cheerleader-3. CHERYL DUNCAN- Transfer Student-2; FHA-2-3; Dakota-4; Pep Club-2-3; Girl’s Glee-2-4; Mixed Chorus-2-4; Pompom Girl- 3-4; Mixed Ensemble-3-4; Gass Secretary-2; Class Play-3-4; Homecoming Attendant-2; Regional Business Contest-4; State Business Contest-4. DAVID DUNCAN: FFA-1-2; A-Club-2-4; Gass Secretary-4; Football-1-4; Track-1-2; Gass Play-3-4; Honorable Mention All- Conference Football-4; Boy’s State Alternate. COLLEEN FICKBOHM: FHA—1-4: Reporter-2; Dakota Co-Edi- tor-3-4; Pep Gub-1-3; Girl’s Glee-1-2; Mixed Chorus—1-3; Triple Trio-2; Librarian-2-3; Gass Play-3-4. CAROL GROON: FHA-1-4; Dakota-4;Cubette-4; Pep Club- 1-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; PomPom Girl-3-4; Librarian- 3; Declam-3-4; Track-4; Class Play-4; Prom Waitress; Homecoming Attendant-3. BART GUBRUD: Transfer Student-2; Gass Play-4; One-Act Plays-3-4; SHARON HOLTKAMP: FHA-1-4; Girl’s Glee-1-2; Librarian-3; Gass Play-4. JEAN HULTGREN: FHA-1-4; Pep Club-1-4, Secretary-3; Girl’s Glee-3-4; Mixed Chorus—1-4; Pompom Girl-3-4; Triple Trio-3; Mixed Ensemble-4; Declam -3-4; German Gub-3-4, Treasurer-4; Track-4; Gass Play—3-4; One-Act Plays—3-4; Prom Waitress; Sweet- heart Attendant; Homecoming Attendant-4;Cover Girl-4; Literary Vanguard-4. DON JERVIK: FFA -1-3; A-Club-1-4; President -4; Mixed Chorus -1-2; Class Vice-President-4; Student Council-1-3; Basketball-1- 4; Football-1-4; Track-1-4; Gass Play-3-4; One-Act Play-4; Honorable Mention All-Conference Basketball-4; All-Conference Football-4; Prom Waiter; Homecoming Attendant-4; State Track Meet-3-4; Outstanding Athlete of the Year-4; Bob Johnson A ward-4. Below: Shown here in action against Augustana Academy Don Jer- vik was chosen as Outstanding Athlete of the Year. BRENDA JOHNSON: FHA-1-4; Dakota-1-3; Pep Club-1-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-1-4; Sax Quartet-1-4; Mixed Octet-3; Triple Trio—3; Gass Play-3-4; One-Act Play—4; Regional Business Contest-4; Who’s Who in High School Drama-4. Above: Brenda Johnson was represented in WHO’S WHO IN HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA. Here she is shown in a scene from “Our Town” with Gark W'ilson and Jolene Wetrosky. DAWN JOHNSON: FHA—1-4; Dakota-2-4; Feature Editor-3-4; Cubette-2-3; Pep Gub-1-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-1-4; Flute Duet-1-2,4; Flute Solo-2-4; Woodwind Choir-4; Declam-1-2; Class Vice-President-2; Student Council-1; German Gub-3-4; Gass Play-3-4; Prom Waitress; Sweetheart Queen; Home- coming Attendant-4. KEITH KUNDERT: Gass Play-4. JANET LARSON: FHA-1-4; Pep Club-1; Gass Play-3,4. ARLO LYKKEN: FFA—1-2; A-Club—4; Boy’s Glee—3,4; Mixed Chorus-3-4; Vocal Soloist-3-4; All-State Chorus-4; Student Coun- cil-4; Basketball-1; Football-1-4; Track -1-2; Gass Play-3-4; Mixed Ensemble-3-4; Boy’s Ensemble-3. BETSY ANN LYKKEN: FHA-1-4, Vice-President-3, President- 4; Pep Gub-1 -4, Secretary - 2, Vice-President -3; Girl’s Glee -1 -4; Mixed Chorus-1-2; Triple Trio-2; Gass Play 3-4; Betty Crocker Homemaking Award. LeANN McBRIDE: Transfer Student 4. GARY McCORMICK: FFA-1; Dakota-1-4; Boy’s Glee-3-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Librarian-3;German Gub-3-4, President-4; Gass Play -4. GARY McKELLIPS: FFA-1; Dakota-1-4; A-Gub-2-4; Mixed Chorus-2; Band - 1-3; Gass Treasurer-3; Basketball -1-4; Football- 2; Track-1-2,4; Gass Play-3-4; One-Act Play-4; Prom Waiter; Homecoming Attendant 1,4. PAMELA MERRICK: FHA-1-3, Historian-3; Dakota-4; Pep Gub-3; Girl’s Glee-3; Pompom Girl-3; Librarian-3-4; Declam-4, Local Humorous Winner-4;Gass Play-3;One-Act Play-4; Sweet- heart Attendant. RANDY MOLLER: FFA-1-2,4; A-Club-2; Boy’s Glee-4; Mixed Chorus-4; Football-1-2,4; Gass Play-4. SYDELLE NUMSEN: FHA-1-4; President-3; Dakota-3-4; Cubette-4; Pep Club- 1-4; B-Team Cheerleader-2; A-Team Cheer- leader-3-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-2-4; Wood- wind Choir-4; Mixed Octet-3; Mixed Ensemble-4; All-State Chorus-4; Librarian-4; Declam-3,4; Class President-4; German Club-3-4; Track—4; Class Play-3-4; One-Act Play-4; Arvid Thor- modsgard Scholarship. Below: Sydelle Numsen was the first winner of the Arvid Thormods- gard Scholarship which will be given annually. JOAN PEARSON: FHA-1-4; Class Play-3-4. DAVE PETERSON: FFA-1-2; A-Club-1-4; Vice-President-3; Student Council-3; Basketball-1-2,4; Football-1-4; Track-1-3; Class Play-4; Honorable Mention All-Conference Football-2-4; Boy’s State Alternate; Prom Waiter; Homecoming Attendant-3; Homecoming King. LENA PETERSON: FHA-1-4; Music Leader-3; Dakota-3-4; Pep Club-1-4; Girl’s Glee -1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-2,4; Declam-4; Gass Play-3-4. BARBARA RICHTER: FHA-1-4; Pep Gub-3; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-3; Pompom Girl-3; Triple Trio-2; Gass Play-4. KATHY ROGNESS: FHA-1-4.Vice-President-4; Cubette-2-4; Pep Gub-1-4, Treasurer-2; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-2-4; Triple Trio-3-4; Mixed Octet-3; Chorus Officer-3; Declam-3-4; Local Poetry Winner-4; Gass Vice-President-1; Student Council-3, Secretary-Treasurer-3;German Gub-3-4; Gass Play-3-4; One-Act Play-4. Members of the senior class enjoyed their evening as guests of the juniors at the Junior-Senior Banquet. ALLAN SAUGSTAD: Dakota-2-4; Cubette-4; Boy’s Glee-3-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; All-State Chorus-2-3; Boy’s Ensemble-3; Mixed Ensemble-3-4; Vocal Solo-3-4; Librarian-3-4; Declam-1-4, Local Oratory Winner-4; Literary Vanguard-4; Boy’s State; Voice of Democracy Essay Winner-4;Cover Boy-4; 2nd place, Mental Retardation Essay Contest, BHSC; Presidential Scholarship; 2nd place, KCAU Editorial Contest; St. Olaf Scholarship. CINDY SCHEMPP: FHA-1-4; Secretary-4; Dakota-4; Pep Gub- 3; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-3-4; Sax Quartet-3- 4; Triple Trio-3-4; Woodwind Choir-4; Tenor Sax Solo-4; Vocal Solo-4; All-State Chorus-4; Class Play-4; Hammitt Music Award. Because of her hard work and many accomplishments in music Cindy Schempp received the Hammitt Music Award. Regan Homandberg, Gary Kruse and Don Jervik all qualified to compete in the State Track Meet. Regan ran the 2-mile and Gary threw the discus and the shot put. Don ran in the 440 and the 880. and also competed in the long jump. 75 KAREN SEVERSON: FHA-1,3-4;Dakota-4;Pep Club-1-4;Girl’s Glee-1-4; Pompom Girl-3; Declam-1; Class Play-3-4; One-Act Play-4; Literary Vanguard-4. JEFF SOGN: FFA-1; A-Club-2-4; Boy’s Glee-3-4; Mixed Chorus -1-4; All-State Chorus-3-4; Vocal Solo-3-4; Mixed Ensemble-3-4; Boy’s Ensemble-3-4; Declam-2; Student Council-4, Vice-Presi- dent-4; German Club—3-4; Basketball-1; Football-1-4; Track-1; Class Play-4; One-Act Play -4. KARLA SOMMERVOLD: FHA- 1-4; Parliamentarian-3; Dakota- 3; Pep Club-1-4, Treasurer-3; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-2, 4; Band-1-4; Sax Quartet-2-4; Declam -2-3; Class Treasurer-2; Class President-3; German Club-3-4, Secretary -4; Class Play-3-4; Prom Waitress; Sweetheart Attendant. This scene from the senior class play shows the graveyard of Gro- ver’s Corners in “Our Town.’’ KENN SORLIE: FFA-3; Student Council-2; Class Play 4. CARLA SUNDSTROM: FHA-1-4, State Secretary-Treasurer —3; Dakota-2-4; Cubette-1-4; Pep Club-1-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-1-4; Sax Quartet—1-2; Woodwind Quintet-3-4; Sax Solo-1-2; Bassoon Solo-4; Woodwind Choir-4; Declam-2-4, Local Oratory Winner-3; Class Play-3-4; One-Act Play-3-4; Girl’s State; Minnie Larson Award; B-Team Cheerleader 1; Voice of Democracy Essay Winner-3; Valedictorian; Presidential Scholar- ship; Iowa State University Scholarship. ELLEN THORMODSGAARD: FHA-1-4; Dakota-4; Pep Club-1- 3; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Pompom Girl-3-4; Triple Trio-4; Declam - 3-4; Gass Play-4. SHARI WAHL: Cubette-2-4; Pep Club-1-4, President-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-1-4; Flute Solo-4; Flute Duet-1-2,4; Woodwind Choir-4; Declam-2,4;Class Secretary- Treasurer-1; German Club-3-4;Gass Play-3 ; One-Act Play-3-4; Girl’s State Alternate; Prom Waitress; Homecoming Attendant-1; Homecoming Queen; All-State Band-2-4; Salutatorian; B-Team Cheerleader-1-2; A-Team Cheerleader-3; WHO’S WHO IN HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA. JOLENE WETROSKY: FHA—1-3; Dakota—2-4, Feature Editor— 3-4; Pep Club-1-4; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Band-1-4; Vocal Solo-4; All-State Chorus-3; Declam-1-2,4; Local Dramatic Winner-2,4; Class Play-4; One-Act Play-3-4; B-Team Cheerleader- 2; A-Team Cheerleader-3; Sweetheart Attendant. DARLA WILKENS: FHA-1-3; Dakota -2 4; Pep Club-1-4; Girl’s Glee-1,3-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Triple Trio-3; Librarian-3; Gass Play-4; One-Act Play-4; Girl’s State Alternate; DAR Candidate. Gary McKellips and Jolene Wetrosky played the lead parts in the senior class play, “Our Town”. CLARK WILSON; FHA-1-2; Dakota-4; A-Club-2-4; Band- 1-4; Gass Vice-President-3; Student Council-4, President-4; Basket- ball-1-4; Football-1-4; Gass Play-3-4; Free Throw Champion-3- 4; Honorable Mention All-Conference Football-4; Boy’s State. EILEEN WITHEE: FHA-1-4; Dakota-4;Cubette-4; Pep Club-1- 2; Girl’s Glee-1-4; Mixed Chorus-1-4; Triple Trio-1-2; Librarian- 3-4; Declam - 2-3; Gass Play-3-4. Student Body President Clark Wilson crowns Dawn Johnson as Sweetheart Queen for 1971. 76 Sydelle Numsen makes use of one of her important privileges by putting a suggestion in the Sug- gestion Box provided by the student council. Left: Karen Severson is browsing in the paper back library which many students found very help- ful to complete their assignments. Morris Grocery Alcester Swede’s Place Alcester Larsen Drug Alcester Dr. Louis H. Shoraga Alcester Westin Radio and TV Alcester Great Plains Supply Co. Alcester Beck and Gubbrud Alcester Alcester Locker Alcester Wheeler-Anderson Co. Alcester Lois’ Cafe Alcester Lincoln-Union Electric Company 77 Alcester Anderson Garage Alcester Tollinger Studio Canton Co-op Service Assn. Beresford Dale Appliance Hawarden Schuck Bros. Alcester Lloyd Roduner rushes for some extra yards against the Knights of Augustana Academy. Morningside Manor Alcester State Bank of Alcester Alcester Farmers Union Cooperative Association Alcester Alcester Feed and Grain Alcester McKellips Insurance Agency Alcester 3-B IGA Dr. D. E. Pfund 78 Alcester Alcester Iowa Public Service Co. Alcester DeZeeuw’s Hub Clothiers Hawarden Beresford Roofing Co. Beresford Reedy Business Machines Sioux Falls Jamie Anderson. Curis Holthe and Lynn Ellingson help Kenneth Ludwig take down his paintings. The art class made a display of his paintings during the year Del’s D-X Alcester Fountain’s Inc. Beresford Wickstrom Impl. Beresford H. S. Price Rusco Window Co. Sioux Falls Merriman Drilling Co. Beresford Gamble Store Alcester W. P. Iverson, D.D.S. Beresford Wass Furniture Beresford Fruen Elevator Beresford Swanson Bros. Hardware Hawarden Furniture Mart Hawarden Sioux-Wigwam Theaters Hawarden Hebert’s Our Own Hardware Alcester A. J. Muller Trucking Alcester Dan Cotton Chev. Beresford Stubb s Barber Shop Alcester Jerry’s Jewelry Hawarden Booth Drug Hawarden The Alcester Union Alcester Pete’s Produce Alcester Gustafson and Anderson Alcester National Food Store Beresford Martin M. Miller. Lawyer Beresford Corner Cafe Alcester Ver Hoef Chevroiet-Olds, Inc. Hawarden Coca-CoJa Bottling Co. Sioux City Paul’s Produce Alcester Montgomery Ward Catalogue Agency Beresford 79 Hooray! Let’s go home! The time has come to leave AHS for the last time in the 1970-71 school year. Most of us spent a great deal of time here- our regular school days filled with hard work and also the time that we - spent in co-curricular activities work- ing, learning and just having fun. This CUBETTE records a time that is al- ready in the past. But we hope that it will help you remember these times at AHS. All the members of the senior class joined their efforts to produce Thorton Wilder’s play, “Our Town”. 80