Antelope Valley High School - Yucca Yearbook (Lancaster, CA)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1953 volume:

Published by the Associated Students of Antelope Valley Joint Union High School Lancaster, California ■ TVilUc 7ao(m... Once upon a time as all such whimsical tales are wont to begin, there lived on the sandy sweeps of Antelope Valley a whirlwind family. There, of course, was a gentle, caressing mother whirlwind; a boisterous, rowdy father whirlwind; and countless little whirlwinds sometimes called dust devils. This book, the 1953 Yucca, will recount the adventures of one of these little whirlwinds named Willie by his ever loving parents. While the rest of the family were sustaining Antelope Valley's evergrowing fleet of aircraft; gently rustling the alfalfa plants; or making life bearable at the end of a day of 110 degree temperature Willie was limiting his activity to an endless tour of the high school campus. Page 2 Page 3 FACULTY, PAGE 8 CLASSES, PAGE 26 Willie seemed to be everywhere and certainly was a creature of a hundred moods. At times he cooled the hot faces of students and faculty. On other occasions he roar- ed recklessly through the hallways banging classroom doors or spent the day piling sand in the corners of eyes and classrooms. Docile as a newcomer in September Willie increased his tempo as the school year picked up momentum and by midterm had driven athletes from the fields and swept student life from the campus lawn. By midwinter Willie would have been classified as a problem child. Day after day he swooped and whirled, moaned and howled, never missing a chance to make himself known. Guidance coun- selor Jack Landrum expressed the belief that Willie was not chronically maladjusted but that he simply was going through a phase . Sure enough. With the late spring Willie quieted down, the students returned to the lawns, and campus life returned to its earlier tranquil stage. Page 4 tflaace at rf. 1 . and... The writers of this the 1953 Yucca have chosen ever- present Willie as a symbol to guide the reader through the pages of our book. With Willie, it is our hope that you, gentle reader, will enjoy this brief review of school life at Antelope Valley Joint Union High School. Now with Willie let's look at activities that range from the quiet earnestness of our classrooms to the contagious excitement of our athletic contests. ACTIVITIES, PAGE 60 ADS., PAGE NO ATHLETICS. PAGE 86 Page 5 CHARLES PARKER JACK LANDRUM DEDICATION Come on. and iust follow Willie as we start out tour of A. V. by meeting the two men to whom our 1953 Yucca is dedicated —Jack Landrum, boys' dean and Charles Parker, director of student activities. Constant activities conducted for the students keep these two continuously busy. Handling their duties with good grace and cheerful smiles, they contribute much spirit to our school. Why. there’s the attendance office where they hold forth. Let’s just take a look in to get a true picture of what goes on in the busy day of an A. V. administrator. Just look at that line of students waiting to see Jack Landrum. Among his many duties is interviewing and counseling new students. Understanding boys and their problems is his forte. His help has enabled many to live a better adjusted life. In past years at A. V. he has also been an athletic coach. Whiz . . . Why it's Charles Parker. You'll find him whizzing around school all doy long. He's responsible for a good deal of school spirit. His good humor and light-hearted friendly manner seems to be contagious among the students and faculty. Activity planning invariably leads to the exclama- tion. Let’s check with Mr. Parker. Now we'll leave these two outstanding men to journey further on in our book. This will be the last of them you'll see recorded, but many of our following activities are due to their planning and hard work. Page 6 GcttefasicUay rfctvitonb Page 7 tyaCleutCty IRade Page 8 Out the 'tyea'i-Cauy Page 9 Roy A. Knapp TVtlCie T UtCed tfo BOARD OF TRUSTEES Who goes there? Willie ole' boy, you're caught for sure. And by all people, the BOARD OF TRUSTEES and ROY A. KNAPP, district superintendent. Let's listen a minute and see what's being discussed this year—heavy enrollment, con- struction of new school rooms, student activities, and per- sonnel. These men really have a job on their hands. Presenting the plans to the board is ROY A. KNAPP. This indeed, is a job in itself. He is very active in school activi- tes, following them from the board, where they originated, on to the final stages. Now to look at the board! Say, I recognize men from all over the valley. There's President Wallace Ward, who is a Lancaster businessman. He’s always ready with a witty story, so all can work with a bit of fun. Clerk of the board is Gus Eliopulos, a Westside farmer. Being an A.V. football enthusiast, he never misses a game. There are three associate members on the board. George McNamee. Burton Brothers mine man- ager in Rosamond, spends much of his time in youth work. James Wilson, Eastside rancher, a former student body pres- ident of A. V. and William J. Sinclair, owner of the Little- rock Beverage Co., who enjoys spending his free time hunt- ing, complete the group. Page 10 80ARD OF TRUSTEES: Jemes H. Wilton, W. J. Sinclair, Gut P. Eliopulos, District Superintendent: Roy A. Knapp, Wallaca Ward. Georqe F. McNamaa. STAFF HEADS Purchase order please , that's what AL- BERT LO BUONO. assistant superintendent in charge of finance, hears all through the year. This is but a part of his Job of keep- ing regular records and reports of the dis- tricts financial standings. How could school go on without a bus system? That's one question to ask GROUS- ENOR FITCH, superintendent of transporta- tion. Need a window fixed, or a pipe line re- paired? Who to see it's done? Why. of course. OSCAR JOHNSON, maintenance supervisor. Remember the time your school bus didn't show up? Well, thanks to such bus mechanics as KENNETH SADLER, chief mechanic, luck like that won't come your way very often. What are we having for lunch today? is a question often heard and answered by MRS. BARBARA WINKLE, manager of the efficiently run school cafeteria. SccfewiateticCeat utci 7'iu tee ... Albert lo Buono Grover Fitek Oicer Johnson Berber Winkle Robert Dougherty ind Other rfeUni U6tr xtar ... ROBERT DOUGHERTY AND BILLYE ADAMS Education should be fun . Why Willie, where'd you ever hear a thing like that? From my friend ROBERT DOUGHERTY, that's where. You know, he's the Student Body's new principal and past superintendent of the Ramona schools. Being new. he's faced with a double duty. Not only that of guidance, but to become acquainted with the students, faculty, and all valleyites. Because of ittijess when he first arrived, it was some time before we got our first glimpse of Mr. Dougherty. By now his friendly smile is much a part of A. V. Speaking of quidance. would you ever want the job BILLYE ADAMS holds as Dean of Girls? That's not for me, imagine trying to understand all these females. She's been at it for some time and can figure out girls pretty well by now, but you can't put some green horn like me in that position. Mrs. Adams has quite a handful helping with personal problems besides keeping academic records in order. Billye Adams Page 12 LEFT TO RIGHT: N«n Kingtbury, J� «n Buffalo, Dor!� Ivanon, TKolma Johnson, LEFT TO RIGHT: Mildrad Saaton, Lorain Danny, Virgini Zar- Irana Muni. zana, Bonnia Gary. BUSINESS AND ATTENDANCE OFFICE Absence and clearance cards, tardy slips, passes and excuses are all part of the every- day routine that went to make up the atten- dance office. MADELINE CHAPMAN and her crew of office help had the never-ending job of keeping absences and tardies in or- der. When absences became too frequent JAMES CHURCHILL took over to clear the legality of them through parents or guar- dians. Across the campus the business office, un- der the direction of ALBERT LO BUONO. assistant superintendent in charge of finance, could be found. This was a busy place pro- cessing a steady flow of business record- ings. . Also cauqht up in this whirl of activity was GROVER FITCH, director of A. V.'s ex- tensive bus fleet. James Churchill Madeline Chapman Page 13 Student Set£ Kenn� h Kelly Fred Taylor STUDENT BODY PRESIDENTS Two of the most familiar sights around the cam- pus, this year, breezed Willie Whirlwind, were student-body presidents. Ken Kelly and Fred Tay- lor. VTfir said. While I was blowing around. I often saw them planning and presiding over board of con- trol meetings, officially opening and adjourning assemblies. I heard them listening to student sug- gestions, and getting their ideas into action, and conferring with the faculty about the student body activities. First semester prexy, Ken Kelly, was junior class president, and! captain of the varsity basketball team. President for the second semester. Fred Taylor, played varsity football and baseball. Page 14 V tyov UttH tt. ■. BOARD OF CONTROL About once a week while breezing around Willie would stumble upon the BOARD OF CONTROL at a meeting. This group was composed of class presidents and the elect- ed student body officers. The two top lead- ers for the year were Ken Kelly first semester president, with Fred Taylor taking over the gavel second semester. Willie got first hand SOCIAL COMMITTEE BACK ROW T. Fuler, J. Perry. B. Thomas SECOND ROW C. Parker, K. Thor. M. Huntor, L. Acker FRONT ROW M. Cockran information on many of their activities, one of which resulted in the installation of a phone booth outside the attendance office and a stamp machine in the business office. Trying to settle school problems can some- times prove quite difficult without outside help. This was solved by various trips to the Santa Barbara-Ventura Interschool Council meetings where one school can look to an- other for help and information. BOARD OF CONTROL BACK ROW: T. Peltier. M. Hall. T. Coddington. E. Colby. P. Whitson. J. Mayfield, R. McBryant, K. Kelly, F. Teylor. T. Fuller, M. Brown, B. Compton, Mr. Perker. FRONT ROW: C. Richard� , P. McGovern. L V. Etherton. M. Hunter, C. Davit, P. Towner, T. Mclrer, P. Hankins. A. Massari, M. Lee. Page 15 ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE J. Mayfield, J. Peterson, P. Hudson, 6. Milar, D. Hinas. SOCIAL COMMITTEE BACK ROW: B. Thomas. F. Etherton. P. Whitson, T. Foliar. FRONT ROW: M. Andarson, P. Colo, P. Banson, J. Holcombe. STUDENT COURT AND MERIT BOARD Woe to you who ditched, smoked on campus, were tardy, or gave the teacher a headache! Willie had ways and means of buzzing to STUDENT COURT or the MERIT BOARD with news of your antics. If an arrest slip were filed against you by a fellow student or teacher. Chief Justice Mike Brown and the Student Court plotted your punish- ment. The task unravelled by the Merit Board revolved around Tomi Mclver and Pat Hankins, presidents for first and second semester respectively. Page 16 Student tfovcrumewt .eadeit ASSEMBLY AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE Working for enioyment, as well as for better student discipline were the ASSEMBLY COMMIT- TEE and SOCIAL COMMITTEE. Assembly Managers Jack May- field and Celia Richards provided some entertaining assemblies. Among the best were an ex- change assembly with Hart. Tran- scribers for the Blind, and the Motter Brothers. The Social Committee, headed by Paul Whitson first assembly and Tom Fuller the second, kept A. V. in a social whirl with a car- nival. a free dance and movie each semester. STUDENT COURT BACK ROW Mr. Charlas Parkar, L. Kalpakoff. P. Hankins, J. Smith, B. Litton, 0. Nial- son SITTING B. Coats, M. Brown. J. Hammons MERIT BOARD BACK ROW: V. Harris. M. Schwandt. S. Martin. FRONT ROW: J. A. Schanbarqor, T. Melvar, P. Hankins. FACULTY CAPTIONS 1. P. T. A. members greoted by Principal Robert L. Dougherty. 2. Mr� . Floyd's prospective secretaries hard at work. 3. Footballer, Andy Brownwood, displays other talents. and Scttoiard.,, CHARLES ADAMS BARFORD BADLAND WILLIAM BALLARD Agriculture Shop Instrumental Music FACULTY Well, Willie, so you want to get educat- ed!” Before you make any decisions as to what to take let's see what is offered and what is required. In order to graduate you must have four years of gym, three years of English, one year of American History plus one semester each of driver education and civics. Boys planning to be farmers take four years of agriculture, two years of Ag. shop and a year of life math. These subjects are required for a vocational agriculture course. Blueprints and Tee squares are familiar parts of the industrial art students course. Three years of industrial arts, two years of mechanical drawing and one year of both art crafts and life math are requisites. M'mm! Smells good! Hot biscuits and apple pie prepared and served by homemak- ing pupils are on the menu for a local ban- quet. Four years of home economics, two years of either art, music or speech and a year of typing and life mathematics com- prise the home economics course. DAVID BLOUNT MARGUERITE BARSOT Study Hall Boys' General Science General Mathematics LEONARD BUEEL Boys' Physical Education Driver Education THOMAS BUFFUM Civics American History FRANCIS CHAMBERLIN Bookkeeping Cadet Corps LAURA COOPER JOSEPHINE DART RALPH DAVIS EVELYN ERICSON WILSON FERRELL Commercial English History English Agriculture English Driver Education ]t€ 7be Books and display material aid students in learning. Page 20 MARY FLOYD JOHN GARY ZELMA GOBEN BRUCE GRANT DOROTHY GRANT Commercial Agriculture Home Economics Orientation Home Economics Sc oaC @l z4,4nm,,, Clickety clack! clickety clack went busy fingers over typewriter keys practicing one of the skills necessary to the business world. Requirements for a commercial course are two veers typing, two years of stenography, two years of bookkeeping and a year each of junior business training, business mathe- matics. office practice and transcription. Higher education is the goal of college preparatory students. Necessary courses are algebra, geometry, two years of French Latin or Spanish; laboratory biology, chem- istry or physics and an additional course in math, science, language or English. Now you have a general idea of what subjects are offered so let's meet the people who teach Readin' Rit'n and 'Rithmetic plus a multitude of other subjects! Fifty-eight strong, under the able guidance of Principal Robert L. Dougherty, they worked together to give A. V. students an educational back- ground suited to their eventual entrance into the big. wide, world. Films ore often used for instruction. ( MterttfilatecC ... The faculty organization was headed by Ernest Tosi. Other officers were Mrs. Amy Heydorn. vice-president; Mrs. Marion Pol- lock, secretary: and Norton Nichols, treas- urer. In charge of committees were Mrs. Amy Heydorn. programs; Miss Evelyn Ericson, scholarships; Jack Landrum, student-faculty relations; Leonard Buell. California Teachers' Association: Charles Parker, publicity; Miss Ann Urbanowski, hospitality; Mrs. Madeline Chapman, professional growth, and Frank Fleming, parliamentarian. A Hill-Billy skit was one of the features of a get-acquainted party for the new teach- ers at the beginning of the school year. It was held in the Park View cafitorium. New- comers to the teaching staff this year in- cluded Miss Marguerite Barsot. study hall; Mrs. Dorothy Grant, home economics; Miss Lorraine Hunt, business math, typing, alge- bra and American history; Miss Laura Coop- er. English, history and typing; Mrs. Florence Maher, mathematics, drama and speech; Miss Joan Murphy, physical education; Mrs. Lorraine Parker. Spanish; Miss Ruth Schwim- mer, art; Barford Badland, mechanical draw- ing: Ralph Davis, agriculture; Braxton Hen- derson. typinq; Abe Lowen, senior social problems: Emil Such, physical education and. returning after a year's absence. Henry Welfs, social science. PAUL GREENLEE Art Yucca FLORENCE MAHER Drama Mathematics ROBERT HAHN DUSTE HILTGEN BRAXTON HENDERSON AMY HEYDORN Speech Girls' Physical Education Commercial Orientation JAMES McCUTCHEON JOE MILROD GEORGINA MIMMACK GENEVA MUNGOVAN Boys Physical Education Sandpaper Girls' Physical Education School Nurse Radio Production Insects and plants held interest. Students learn camera mechanism. LORRAINE HUNT Commercial Mathematics LOIS JOHNSTON English ABE A. LOEWEN C ivies JOAN MURPHY GEORGE NELMARK NORTON NICHOLS Girls’ Physical Education Boys' Physical Education History Geography ELIZABETH LORBEER Library Science FLOYD LORBEER American Histiry WARREN NUNN Mathematics HAMPTON PROETT RUTH SCHWIMMER Boys' General Science Art Audio Visual HAROLD PEARSON OHO PLUM MARIAM POLLOCK Biology Boys' Physical Education English Physics tiye ia to ootoofy Homemakers rebuild furniture. A year-long project of the faculty was an exhaustive survey of all phases of A. V.’s school life. When completed, this self-eval- uation of the curriculum and student activ- ities will help us recommend improvements” predicted Jack Landrum, head of the steer- ing committee. Also helping on this analysis were Robert Dougherty, Mrs. Billie Adams. Norton Nichols, Burton Wadsworth and Don Worden. Basketball games with the high school and junior college teams served to replenish the faculty scholarship fund. Several $50.00 awards were given to outstanding high school and J. C. students. JACK SEATON Shop H. A. STROMBERG Mathematics EMIL SUCH Boys' Physical Education WEALTHA SUYDAM English ERNEST TOSI Mechanical Drawing GEORGE TURCOTT Chemistry LEONE ANN URBANOWSKI Girls' General Science Biology HERMOINE VAUGHAN Vocal Music BURTON WADSWORTH Shop VIDA WILLIAMS English DONALD WORDEN Agriculture HOMER WRIGHT Shop TVMie FRESHMEN BOARD OF CONTROL TOP D. Clark. R. Bright, M. Gwin. N. Brown. J. Wallace. K. Wright. J. Hotter, J. Buchanan. M. Cochran. D. Sakaguchi. D. Coddington. J. Weaver, C. Gemege. P. Hamilton. C. Ayrat. B. Watton. T. Hanten BOTTOM J. Turner, D. Waldrip. N. Scarboro. C. Stuart. D. Denning, T. Talbert, M. Hall, W. Schroeder, G. Siler, J. Tilemen, B. Sabettian FRESHMEN COURT TOP M. Wolf. A. Wilton. D. Hilgandorf, J. Weaver, J. Hotter, C. Gamage, M. Cochran. D. Weir. J. Wright, J. Dix, D. Alexander, J. Turner, G. Siler, G. Ebea, T. Hantan FRESHMEN Group I BACK ROW: J. Baker. If. Auttin. G. Adair. R. Alexander, M. Anderton. N. Abercrombie. D. Budtell. M. Barker. CENTER ROW: E. Arrantt. J. Anthony. .1. Bloom D. Bomlard. B. Brigant. A. Barker. J. Blacklock. D. Baylett. FRONT ROW: B. Beckett, P. Bero. J. Baughman M. Baker. C. Ayrat. C. Akroyd. V. Adamt. B. Avery. M. Anderton. gained t e itt 'P'uxtic... FRESHMEN Well, what have we here! What does that innocent, wondering look tell you? You’re right, freshmen. Yet, we have to give our little freshmen credit. This year they displayed a lot on the ball what with sponsoring a dance, a freshman assembly, and recreation pro- gram. Freshmen showed the way in ihe mag- azine drive and also led in oarents joining the Parent-Teachers Association. President for the year was Merle Hall, receiving plenty of help from his board of control which consisted of vice-president, Marcia Gwin; secretary, Judy Wallace: FRESHMEN Group II BACK ROW: F. Campbell, C. Col . N. Crawt. M. Clark. 0. Clark, V. Burn , J. Broatal, S. Brown. CENTER ROW: 8. Burling, R. Bright. G. Craig. P. Card. J. Blohm, J. Bowser, G. Braadlng. FRONT ROW: G. Brown. 0. Brown. B. Blohm. J. Batts, N. Boston, S. Butlar, C. Caler, J. Bu- chanan. treasurer, Daryll Denning: chief justice, Judy Hosier; reporter. Deanna Coddington; and yell leader, Judy Buchanon. Say now, the freshman class is holding one of its student court meetings right now. Let's listen in for a minute or two. Oh, there goes a sad looking boy. he must have just received a demerit for misbehaving. And you can be sure these kids know how to keep their class in hand. Sponsors Bruce Grant. Amy Heydorn, Lois Johnston, and Hampton Proett. can be proud of their freshman class, and in turn the class showed plenty of thanks for their backing. FRESHMEN Group III BACK ROW: K. Dawton. R. Davit. E. DaMarlo. D. Dunning, H. Davit, R. Debt, R .Daniels. A. Dunn. K. Dawton. CENTER ROW: J. DIx. S. Cannon. E. Davit. J. daMontmoraney. S. Darners, L. Dahl, K. Danay. L. Darnald. FRONT ROW: C. Darr. B. Cooper. D. Col . L. Creech, L. Chavax. D. Coddington. M. Cochran. V. Carton. R. Davit. FRESHMEN Group IV BACK ROW: W. Green. J. Gilmore, T. Gering, R. George, G. Filemen. J. Fox, G. Eby, E. Emry, G. Englund. CENTER ROW: D. Gardiner. G. Fisher. R. Fox, B. Ford. B. Edit, J. Edward� . 0. Dyer. A. Elier. FRONT ROW: G. Ernenwein, J. Evert, P. Ed- wards. B. Endicott. J. Fowler. C. Gamage. B. Gardner, S. Gellion, S. Fesnecht. FRESHMEN Group V BACK ROW: J. Hart. F. Hann, R. Herrimen. M. Hell. E. Gotline. J. Gordon. J. Guthrie. D. Gray. E. Gent. CENTER ROW: C. Hell. F. Holliday. I. Gordon. E. Hamilton. A. Harris, M. Heynet. D. Han- tchmidt. P. Hamilton. FRONT ROW: J. Holmes. W. Hines. K. Hol- combe. A. Hemill, J. Hosier, R. Guerre, M. Gwinn. C. Godde. C. Gilbert. FRESHMEN Group VI BACK ROW: H. Jolin, L. Jensen. A. Iden. R Hirth. L. Huffman. T. Henson. B. Hell. D. Hollo way. R. Hixson. CENTER ROW: T. Jordehl. J. Jackson. D Hodges. R. Hardy. L. Hillenbrend. L. Hayes. H Hulsizer, F. Hawe. FRONT ROW: J. Krizan. G. Johnson. P. Jones B. Jones. K. Jenkinson, A. Hilgendorf, E. Humph eryt. 8. Hildreth, S. Houston. at t e T ccttic Page 30 FRESHMEN Group VII BACK ROW: B. Marshall. C. Marriott. D. Lish. 0. Link, P. Lasagne, J. Kertzman. R. Kepner, P. Johnton, J. Jackson. CENTER ROW: J. llafat. J. Koch. A. Krug. R. Jonas, R. Jeffs, C. Johnson. F. Jennings, L. Low- dan. FRONT ROW: J. Lawson. C. Lewis. S. landers, 8. Knorr, P. Kalsback, F. Losay, G. Kistnar, G. Kirk. B. Latham. FRESHMEN Group VIII BACK ROW: 8. Nau. G. Mitchell. M. McLane. T. Macaulay. C. McEfaa. O. McCormack. J. Me- Robert. M. McNulty, K. Maxwell. CENTER ROW: M. Mueller. K. McGowan. B. Mauldin, E. McCeleb, R. Navarret, B. Newman. G. Murphy, F. Marshall. FRONT ROW: C. Morgan. E. Morel. G. Miller. S. Milbourne. W. Mason, N. Marks, S. Mark. R. Mason. S. Malin. FRESHMEN Group IX BACK ROW: P. Roberts. D. Qualls. B. Phipps. P. Prater, E. Pyron, R. Pond. R. Psxyk. G. Olson. J. Oliver. CENTER ROW: D. Roth. G. Phelps. J. Proven- zano, C. Paarson, J. Parry. R. Piette, G. Kirk. E. Nukala. FRONT ROW: C. Overlade. M. Prater. N. Ramos. M. Richardson. 0. Purslay, S. Pappor, E. Raxroat, J. Protho, M. Pearce. Page 31 aad 'Vadvil FRESHMEN Group X BACK ROW: W. Sterkel, L. Stevenson. W. Stayer J. Seevey. J. Sheldon. A. Smethurst, B. Seiler, W. Sebeitien, N. Scerboro. C. Seyre. CENTER ROW: C. Stewart. W. Schroeder. J. Seveglio. D. Shannon, K. Robert� . B. Ruff. H, Ra- mirez. R. Rawling� . R. Sanders, B. Reade. FRONT ROW: J. Swart� , E. Scribner. A. Scott, C. Schwendt, D. Sakeguchi, B. Ruttell, M. Rut- sell. F. Rottman, K. Rhea, C. Rohlk. FRESHMEN Group XI BACK ROW: B. Watson, 0. Trojan, B. Tensfield, C. Thomas. T. Turner, J. Turner, B. Seymour. G. Schuman. C. Schmidt, L Smith, L. St Sauver. CENTER ROW: C. Ward. 8. Tadrow. R. Tom- fohr, T. Talbert, H. Tapia, B. Thomas. G. Smith, L. Stanky. J. Weaver. I. Weiner. FRONT ROW: R. Tunnell, J. Spicar. N. Speier. V. Stafford. L. Snyder. C. Seibert, L. Stumbaugh. B. Spencer. T. Stollenwerk. D. Sieck. FRESHMEN Group XII BACK ROW: G. Williams. B. Whitaker. R. Wil- burn. R. Warren. W. Wilbur. W. Weisner. S. Young, D. Winward, J. Welch. 0. Wemple. J. Williams. J. Valpey. CENTER ROW: D. Waldrip. S. Young. L. Wil- liams, J. Winham, J. Wright. D. Weir, M. Wolfe. P. Wilbur. C. Winscher. F. Wehr. A. Wilson. FRONT ROW: K. Wright. P. Wehr. A. Welch. J. Wellaee. S. Wynn. P. Zindler. B. Wallace. M. Winfrey. A. Wenzel. I. Cross. B. Watters. Page 32 elite Syect t e StucUaut SofiAt... What's the matter Willie? You look as black as a thundercloud! Oh, the annual Sophomore hayride was called off because of rain! Well don't worry Willie, there will probably be another party. And there was ... an informal party and sock dance held in the girls' gym, organized by first semester executives; President, Anna Massari, and Vice-president. Nancy A. Wilson. Driving in a dual control car, learning traffic laws, and the mechanics of a car in Driver Educa- tion was a required semester course for Sophomores. Second semester heads announced at the Sophomore party were President, Eric Colby; and Vice-president, Larry Acker. Sponsoring the Educated Scrubs were Mrs. Mary Floyd, Mr. Leon- ard Buell, and Mr. H. A. Stromberg. SOPHOMORE OFFICERS BACK ROW A. Manarl, A. Carry, L. Ackar. B. Nash, D. Moffat, F. Turnar, E. Colby FRONT ROW N. Wilton, S. Jonas. C. Blair, C. Jamas Page 33 S fe tA... Wcute ‘PCcutt SCecteet SOPHOMORES Group I BACK ROW: a. 8aldwin, M. Brown, M. Atbury, R. Baker. B. Blair. T. Atkin- ton, L. Ackor, J. Avila, R. Bryant. CENTER ROW: J. Batkint. R. Brinlay. L. Adams. R. Bakman. L. 8aaba, 0. Baardtlay, J. Back, M. Allay. FRONT ROW: C. Blair. P. Blaklay. F. Blanchard, L. Brashaar. L. Affeldt. J. Brown, N. Brawttar. B. Ballat, J. Bur- natt. SOPHOMORES Group II BACK ROW: T. Calar, A. Carr. B. Clark. J. Cheney, A. Conley, R. Craig, J. Brockut, B. Beard, T. Barker. CENTER ROW: G. Carruthert. N. Car- ton, S. Carper, 0. Coburn, E. Colby. 0. Cummins, J. Butzke, J. Burch. FRONT ROW: B. Card. C. Caberge. L. Bullard, M. Bergman. C. Burford. M. Brooding, 0. Boggt. J. Bray, P. Bittle. Page 34 SOPHOMORES Group III BACK ROW: R. Gray, T. Gardner, G. Foster, R. Granger, J. Debt. R. Endert. D. Gilmore. E. Dwyer, R. DeFoor. CENTER ROW: J. Gridley. F. Etherton. M. Fos- ter. M. Fi . C. Farmer. S. Edwards, J. Ernenwein, E. DeBean. FRONT ROW: F. Ditty. B. Dunivan. M. Davis. F. Coolc. P. Collins, M. Cole, P. Colo, M. Christen- son. R. M. Chaney. SOPHOMORES Group IV BACK ROW: R. Henrich. H. Heeberlin. R. Hair. D. High, P. Hamilton, R. Hamilton, G. Hill. I. Hall, J. Home. CENTER ROW: J. Harris. D. Hines. R. Graniey. J. Hawkins, D. Henschmidt, J. Henley. P. Hardy. A. Hellberg. FRONT ROW: J. Hankins. E. Heaberlin, F. Har- well, N. Hodges, J. Heigis. C. Granger, P. Gor- don. S. Godde. B. Gibson. SOPHOMORES Grouo V 8ACK ROW: D. Johnson, G. Johnson, H. Levan- son. R. Remerick. D. Honor. L. Hollingsworth. J. Hildreth, J. Hutchins. N. High. CENTER ROW: G. Johnson, M. Johnson. D. Jen- sen. F. Jennings, R. loder. G. Hamilton. A. Kalf- b«ek. P. Kennamer. FRONT ROW: K. Kelly. L. Kalpekoff. R. Kahler. C. Johnson. S. Jones, C. James. K. Jacobs. R. Jones, S. Jeffress. Pago 35 4act tuzct 'Jaa at Safe t SOPHOMORES Group VI BACK ROW: J. Melnturff. K. McCorkindale, T. Lewis, C. Lennon, S. Kwitowski, C. Lackie, C. Lehman, J. Kinkade, W. Keene. CENTER ROW: N. Majori, P. McNamee. B. Ms- chraiak, M. Loawan, S. Layna, T. Kono. E. Low- dar, C. Kistler. FRONT ROW: T. Leman, B. Litton. F. Lynch, E. Marsh, L. Lawan, J. Lunstrom, B. La Flaur, G. Koiewer. G. Kistler. SOPHOMORES Group VII BACK ROW: G. Moora. V. Morris. D. Morris, K. Millar, J. Mayfield. C. McGuire, D. Mungle, C. Miller. L. Mason. CENTER ROW: B. MacLennan. H. Marvin, J. McClary, J. Mahallan, M. Marshall. M. Mohling. D. Moffett, T. Mclvar. FRONT ROW: C. Mahnake. K. Mollinet. D. Mac- Lachlan, J. Mumaw, M. Mitchell, G. Milligan, R. Mauldin, 0. Munday, A. Massari. SOPHOMORES Group VIII BACK ROW: H. Potter. B. Paris. N. Poindaxter. R. Oliver, G. Pyle, W. Owen. 0. Obee, C. Paati. T. Puckett. CENTER ROW: D. Pengilley, M. Morgan. B. Nicholson, B. Nelson, B. Nash, 0. Nielsen, F. Noble, J. Nygaard. FRONT ROW: 0. Nelson, S. Purcell. V. Patter- son, J. Manhart, B. Osborn, L. Ridgway, C. Rea- gan, R. Martin, 8. Rathbun. Saccaid SOPHOMORES Group IX BACK ROW: L. Sponcor. L. Schmidt. J. Sime. D. Schenbergor. 0. Smelloy, R. Ruvelo, 8. Ratcliff. C. Rottman, D. Rohrar. CENTER ROW: R. Sankbail. 0. Saenz. J. Ru «ell. R. Rake. L. Stran� ke. R. Ramo� . D. Ryckaboieh. 0. Richard� . FRONT ROW: S. Sadgwick. E. Swedlund. G. Stoker. C. Schaaffar. K. Shyrock, P. Seminario, B. Rackatt, S. Robert� , C. Siamani. SOPHOMORES Group X BACK ROW: B. Vaughan. B. Tomkin on. D. Thompton, E. Turley. H. Truatdall, 0. Tromba- tora. E. Turner, M. Schwake. R. Saanz. CENTER ROW: E. Strand. S. Schapplar. M. Towntand, F. Turner. J. Taylor. P. Turman. C. Til bury, J. Taylor, S. Thomp� on. FRONT ROW: B. Shumaker. M. Varmeulen. F. Spencer, M. Spindler. G. Stan� berry. B. Starr. J. Snodgra� � , D. Spicer, A. Specht. SOPHOMORES Group XI BACK ROW: L. Zilin ki. R. Wab� ter. G. Wetter� . L. Warrenburg. P. Wan� er� ka. L. Wilburn. G. Vilardi. G. Whitehead. K. William� . CENTER ROW: R. Clark. F. Yoakum. E. Brawlay. R. Wright. W. William . N. A. Wil on. B. Wind- � or, K. Von Klargaard. R. William� . FRONT ROW: P. William� . B. William� . B. Wil- liam� . 8 Weir. L. Wab tar, S. Young. D. White. H. Ytlat. P. Wall. Page 37 Activities £ n AM ' Jkrauyk cit ike 'tyean. 1. Preparing for Freshman Vodvil assembly. 2. Banner bearers smile big at homecoming. 3. Take OUR pictures. 4. Enthusiastic fans at football game. 5. Talent Club in action. 6. Autumn at A. V. 7. Campus life. 8. Excused or unexcused. 9. Gob session. 10. Don't get out of line. 11. The line up for King and Queen for the 12. Freshmen line up for Yucca pictures. Page 39 Diels Abbott Wilfred Abbott Sutan Adamt Eddie Arquedat Joy Arnold John Baker Jo 8erker Patty Barnett Duane Bartell Mary Bay Dave Seine Franeet Balding Pat Benton Karl Bonhomme Chariot Bowen Ida May Bowter Donald Byrne Jack Bunker fictaianA 'puUtiAect rfnotfoi TtpcvaicL Step, im Baumgardner Jody Burford Marilyn Burnett Gloria Butler Joannie Buttert Marlene Caler Georgia Cartey Erma Carter Virginia Chandler Faith Chilet Sylvia Conarty Sally Conway Doreen Curley Joe Cuttodio Connie Davit Bridget Byert John Cain Bruce Carter Calvin Calloway Shirley Clark Patricia Coakly Terry Coddington Bill Compton Shirley Deyermin Harold Dix Arlene Dixon Wayne Dollar JUNIORS Luclcy Star! Sounds like a course in astronomy. No, no, Willie; that was the style of the junior rings—one of the unforgettable moments of the year. Most important, of course, was the Junior-Senior Prom, which was the main event of the spring semester. Hurried trips up town for last minute extras, the Juniors discovered that sponsoring and decorating for a dance is quite an experience, but worth the energy after an enjoyable evening. The Senior Class will never forget that night due to the work and planning of the Junior Class. Listed among their various activities were a dance following a football game, and an assembly given to the victorious Seniors after a close race in Yucca sales. They have been preparing anxiously, yet somewhat reluctantly, to fill the shoes of high and mighty Seniors. Heading the activities for the first semester was president Paul Me Iver; vice president, Judy Peterson: and for the second semester were president, Bill Compton; vice presi- dent. Bill Thomas. JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS back row Judy Peterson, Jo Barker, Carolyn Smith, Pat Kally. Judy Smith, Rob- erta Hjelm, Mr Norton Nichol SITTING Bill Compton. Paul Melvar, Bill Thomas Pago 41 'ZVa'i uiy !(£e (j. y.) Jim Dougherty Nellie Doul Chicquite Drew Jo Ann Dux Don Ebe Dick Edwardt Gary Eitenbreun Doneld Eitenbreun Marvin Ellis Ann Erktine Sharon Ferley Sutie Feinacht Ed Ferguton Gloria Ferguton Wilme Ferrell Marilyn Fink Don Fither Pet Fither Richard Fither Mildred Forbet Pet Forbet Geraldine Foster Robbie Fowler Robert Frazier Richard Frazier Bob Fredholm Juanita Gammon Buddy Garbett Ralph Gardiner Bob Gibton Leroy Gillbert Barbara Gordon Quentin Gowdy Joan Green Kenneth Gray Wanda Groves Carolyn Haley Bruce Hell Jim Hemmonds Marjorie Henn Rodger Herdgreve Velme Harris Norma Hawks Jack Hawkins Ooloras Henson Jeckie Hewitt John Hill Judy Hilton Roberte Hjelm Bob Hoepili Ray Hodge Mershe Hodgeson Jerry Holcombe Kathy Howell Pat Hudson Marilynn Hunter Dixie James Beverly Johnson Barbara Jamison Doris Johnson Mike Johnson Cherie Jolin Betty Jones Pet Kelly Shirley Keberline Doris Kief Myron King Arthur Knowles Emiko Kono Dennis Kuli a 'Venietcf flccttiar Woody La Baw Dolor� � Lacy Nora Lano Amaila Lara Darrall La Rue Shirloy La Rua Ray Latham David Laudonat Pata Layna Mary Laa Lydia Ladbattar Mary Lash Anita Littla Kannath Losay Gail Lucero Norma Lytla Charley Marrs Tom Marshall Corky Martin Claudia Mashak Bob Mason Monte Massett Bob Matey Barbara Maxwell Marilyn McClenaghan Paul Mclver Alice McKeehan Jack McKinney Sally Mead Carol Melehert Carol Merriman Rilda Metcalfe Nola Miller Valerie Mix Charles Mohling ?4ctivitie ,. Marilyn Mohn Jerry Montmorency Mary Moore Ruby Moore RicHard Morgan Don Morriton George Mosier Rickard Mott Dean Moulton Dick Natk JoAnn Nicklot Martka Mix Pat O'Connor Loit Overlade Joe Patetano Linda Pappat Rickard Pearton Bob Pelton Beverly Perdue Joknny Perez Joan Peterton Judy Peterton Franklin Perteet Ed Pickut Angelina Piani Darla Pipkin Howard Pomtier Darlene Pott Jim Provenzano Yvonne Provott Bill Quellt Dick Ramot Troy Raper Mary Replogle Pkilip Reyet (athlccn Joan Riddle Don Roberts Corky Rote Berbere Roth Rendell Sadler Richard Santino Marilyn Schroeder Andy Schgltx tichardson Marjorie Schwandt Delayne Selvy Shirley Seymour Donna Siebenthal Mathew Simon Carolyn Smith Judy Smith Bob Spindler Mike Sprott James Strembler Dick Strombcr9 Don Tandy Ann Taylor Dick Templeton Bill Thomas Frankie Thomas Jack Thomson Marland Thompst 'Dance, ‘Ttayiicte, rfccent lcf, Page 46 anet 'Piant Tom Tisue GUn Torrey Pot Towner Paula Triesdell Tad Turnar Virginia Turner Twila Tyre Sam Vucanovich Gary Van Ness Betty Wallin Emmett Walton Louie Wemple Paul Whitson Luther Wigginton Nancy E. Wilson Beverly Wooden Kenny Woods Paul Yarbrough Laura Young Bill Zook Page 47 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS BACK ROW Ruby Uy«d«, Wilton, Pat Saxton, Sandra Karr, Ruth Hankint, Florentina Crux, Mr Aba Loawan SITTING Tom Poltxar, Don Royca, Monta Littla TViCtie G teKAzet the Swum Seniors are much like Willie . . . they've been blowing around for a number of years We could find them in a lot of places. Some- times acting as leisurely as a soft evening breeze and sometimes as vivacious as strong March winds. This was the year long awaited for . . . there was the lively time in qetting ready for Alumni Day and the day when the Card- inal Red Senior sweaters were first worn . . . the fun to be had at the Prom . . . the laughter provoked at seeing fellow class- mates in the Junior-Senior play. Leading these whirling events were Tom Peltzer, first semester class president, and Dollie Allen, second semester president. Later came the senior parties . . . lauah- ing at their secret desires in the Senior Blue Book . . . signing of the Yucca . . . the whirl- ing fun of Ditch Day . . . Senior Breakfast . . . then the most exciting time of all their school days. GRADUATION, when hopes and dreams are fulfilled . . . with good-byes and good wishes Seniors ended their high school days with the Farewell Dance. Well Willie, this is as far as you can follow your many friends in the Senior class. There'll be many different roads followed, but with each. Willie sends his hopes for success in the future. Page 48 NANCY ADAMS MARY ARTHUR ELIZABETH BLUM JIM BROWN BOB BYRNE ANNA AFFELDT GEORGE AFFELDT MABEL AZNAREZ SHEILA RAE BELL SHARLEE BOWLIN JOHN BOYD ANDY BROWNWOOD BILL BUCHANAN AUDREY CABLE PHILLIS CAHILL ROY AGEE RAY BILLET JACK BRAUN KAY BURDICK DALE CANADY ROLLIE ALLEN DON BISHOP J. F. BREWTON ALAN BURGESS PAT CARPENTER WARREN ALLEY JUNE BLAIR DONNA JO BRIGHT DAVIL BURGESS JIM CARTER Selecting Seaan ScveatenA JOY CARTER WANDA CARTER CLYDE CHANTRY FLORENCE CHESHIRE CAROL CHRISTENSEN ALICE CLARK BENNY COATS SIDNEY COCHRAN MARGIE COLE BONNIE COMSTOCK GERALDINE COOK SHIRLEY COTY FLORENTINA CRUZ GALEN DENNING CHUCK DORNBUSH WANDA DUNN MARTIN EARLY ARTHUR ELSER LA VON ETHERTON MARY LOU ETZEL ANNSHIRLEY FENNER DONNA FIRSICK JO ANN FIRST BETTY FISHER SHIRLEY FISK MARGARET FLORES DALE FOSTER JOHN FOSTER TOMASENE FOSTER THELMA FOX BETTY FRANCISCO TOM FULLER ARTHUR GALLION MARY GATES MILDRED FEILE ROLF GROVES JOANNE GRAY WALTER GRIDLEY PAT HANKINS RUTH HANKINS DORIS HANNA PAT HARNERD BOB HEFFRON DOLORES HENSON PAT HERSCHLAG MART HINOJOSA BARBARA HOAG FAYE HOWARD JAMES HUFFMAN CHARLES HULSIZER it Seneat T U(A 'Day.,, JAMES HUMPHREYS LEILANE HUNT ROBERT JACKSON CAROLE JENKINSON PAT JOHNSON WAYNE JOHNSON PAT JONES NELL JONES SHIRLEY JONES MARGARET JUDD KENNETH KELLY SANDRA KERR GEORGE LEIBY JACKIE LEMEN DAN LINTEMOOT RICHARD LITTLE BONNIE LONGLEY MARTEN MAILES DOROTHY MANSPERGER SHARON MARTIN DON MASNER JOE MASON JAMES MATTEROCCI FRED MAXWELL WILLIAM MeBRYANT VALERIE McCORMICK don McDonald ward McDonald JO RUTH McEFFEE DICK McGinn PAT McGOVERN DOLORES MEIER JOEMERDLER LAYOL MICHKOWSKI ELAINE MILLER VARDEN MILLER SHIRLEY MITCHELL TONY MOISE LYLE MORTON MAVIS NEUHARTH ALMA NIELSON RONALD NYBAKKEN DON NYGAARD BARBARA OVERLADE NORMA OWENS ELDORA PACE EDDIE PADIAS BOB PAPENGERG JEAN PARKER GALE PAXTON JEAN PEDROZA TOM PELTZER WINONA PENDLEY LYOYD PERKINS GENE PIERCE ADRIENNE PITT DON POWERS MARGIE PRATT CAROL PRICE SUSIE PULOS DAVID RADICE JERRY RALPHS CAROL ROTH PHYLLIS ROUSHEY JACK SEILER PAT SEXTON CLARENCE STRAITIFF KEITH SWORDS DON ROYCE JOHN SHELTON REBECCA TAPIA GRACE SAKAGUCHI PAUL SIEMENS FRED TAYLOR DICK SANFORD SIM SIMPSON WAYNE TAYLOR GERALD SAULTZ TOM SMALLEY GEORGE THOMPSO BEVERLY PITTS JOYCE BLANCHON RAY POMPEY WILLIAM POPJOY DIANE PORTER BETTY POTTS ROSALIE RAMIREZ JOHN RANDALL MODENA REAGAN GILBERT REEVES CELIA RICHARDS JEAN RIDDLE JO ANN SCHENBERGER RONALD SCHLEY GWENYTH SEASE SUE SMITH HERB SMYTH HASKELL SNIDER KAY THOR MARVIN TINDER BONNIE TINGLEY JAMES SEAVEY BENNY SEDGWICK MARILYN SEQUINE JERRY STERK HARVEY STOLLENWERK GENE STOUT EUGENE TREMAINE JIM TYLER BOB UPSHAW RUBY UYEOA VERNON VALDEZ BIltVERMEULEN RUSSEL WALLSTON BILL WAMSLEY JIM WATSON LOISWEMPLE MARYLYN WESTCOTT DICK WILSON JANETTE WILSON MARY DEANE WILSON NORMA WITHERS DENNIS WOLFER CONNIE YSLAS 30BBYE ZARZANA iaci m 'J 'iauyk tyiaduatio-u Pag© 56 CARL BARNETT DAN BASSHEM BILL BEALMER NORMA BUMGARDNER 80NNIE COMSTOCK JOHN CUSTER SUE DAVIS BILL DEAVER DON EMBREY JAMES FINNIN DORIS FORD CAROL FOREMAN PAT FREDERICKS DONNA GILLETTE JOANNE GREEN PORFORIO GUERRA ALFRED GRIESHABER SARA HIRSHFIELD BONNIE LONGLEY ROBERTA PELTON UNA LEE PERKINS BUB ULRICH SHIRLEY WALLACE 'WtewUvPtMt pacc tct r)a-ct Hn4 cutcc Out TOP ROW: 1. Pen Pel� tent a 90«! to Korea. 2. Buiy juniort decorate for a dance to boost class fund . 3. Studenti eiiitt in Fair Parade management. 4. Merriment at the school carnival. MIDDLE ROW: 1. Drama Club Members secure tickets to the Pasa- dena Playhouse. 2. My Hero! 3. Students learn dancing fundamentals. 4. Cadet Corp members enjoyed the annual banquet. BOTTOM ROW: 1. Ag. boys display pdojects on their Fair float. 2. Future Farmers made money at the refreshment stand. 3. A. V. girls braved the sun to assist Fair Spectators. 4. Sharlee Bowlin helps beautify Marjorite Initiates. 09 •i JftacticcUK rfin Page 61 USHERETTES Mitt Evelyn Erickton, tpontor ROW I: P. Sexton, M. Hodgton. F. Fas- necht, S. Smitht. ROW II: E. Miller. J. Bleir. D. Lecey, M. Arnerez. ROW III: P. Hertchleg. E. Kono. D. Siebenthel, J. Green, C. Richards. ROW IV: J. A. Green. D. Pipkin. V. Herrit, K. Burdick. TtdUe Oven USHERETTES Willie weaved through the dark auditorium seeking a place to sit, when helpful usherettes encircled him and showed him to a seat. It was their job to take tickets, sell pro- grams for which this service was needed. Usherettes are junior and senior girls selected on the basis of scholar- ship and good school citizenship. Miss Evelyn Ericson sponsored the club. The officers were Pat Hersch- lag. president: Elaine Miller, vice- president: Pat Sexton, secretary. KNIGHTS Oh no! What is Willie into now? There goes several Knights after him. The Knights kept order during the assemblies and around the campus. Their requirements were a C grade average and an o. k. by the faculty, and they must have participated on one year of sports. There were nine members and Mr. Nunn sponsored them. KNIGHTS STANDING: W. MacDo.iald. W. Nun... B. Compton. SITTING: B. Jackson. D. Rumble, R. McBryant, T. Tissue. Page 62 'rfyeifritty ity Z(€ct BOYS' and GIRLS' LEAGUES FUN! LAUGHS! EXCITEMENT! Came with the events sponsored by the Boys' and Girls' Leagues. Such events were the Freshman Reception, as the girls well remember the cook- ies and punch. . . . Luggage Days, when the girls and boys exchange carrying books. . . . Dreams came true with the Christmas Ball, when the girls were in their formals and boys in their tuxs. . . . Yo Yo Day, when the teachers were even seen playing with yo yos. and wearing loud colored shirts and skirts. . . . Then the last big event of the year, The Mothers' Tea, with refreshments and a modern dance program presented by the Physical Education depart- ment. One very special event this year, for the Girls' League, was being co- hostesses with Santa Paula High for the Regional Convention. This neces- sitated plenty of planning and hard work, which in turn resulted in a suc- cessful day for all. Every boy and girl in school is a member of the leagues, which play a very important part of our school government. Everyone has the oppor- tunity to be part of a large organiza- tion that serves the school. Leading the activities were League President Dollie Allen, and Paul Sie- mens. Sponsors were Ann Urbanow- ski, Ernest Tosi, and Thomas Buffum. BOYS LEAGUE CABINET BACK ROW: D. Byrne. P. Siement. S. Layne. D. Kuli, J. Merdler, T. Kono. FRONT ROW: M. Malle . B. Thome . 8. Jackton. C. Peetx, T. Tittue, R. MeBryent. GIRLS' LEAGUE CABINET BACK ROW: K. Kelly. J. Green. J. Blair, B. Johnton. CENTER ROW: L. Etherton. J. Dux. A. Pleni, G. Kirk, C. Gamege. A. Fenner.. FRONT ROW: Mi � A. Urbenowtki. tpontor; C. Blair. C. Siement, E. Kono. P. Kelly, G. Sekeguchi. M. Axnerex. D. Allen. Page 63 HONOR SOCIETY BACK ROW: R. Walltton. T. Coddington, G. Leiby. M. M«iU . 8. WamtUy, 0. Allan. THIRD ROW: B. La Flaur. S. Jona«. R. Chanay. N. A. Wi ton. B. Nath. J. McEfea. K. Jacobt. N. E. Wilton. T. Laman. J. Hanlcint. S. Purcall. S. Mead. C. Mathak. SECOND ROW: F. Harvall. H. Ytlat. B. Dunivan. A. Mattari. P. Kelly. C. Siemant. M. Richey. C. Richardt. S. Bowlin. A. Pitt. M. Mohling, S. Fatnacht, D. Kiaf. K. Shyrock. M. NauSarth. S. Cockran, R. Hjalm. M. Hunter, A. Piani, J. Smith, C. Smith. G. SakagucSi. E. Blum. Mitt Jotaphina Dart. M. Moora. FRONT ROW; P. Guarra. J. Cuttar. D. Sehanbargar. J. Mayfiold. E. Cottan. J. Mardlar. J. Hammondt. C. Callaway. P. Rayat. A. Schultz. D. Byrna. D. Kuli. P. Siamant. W. MacDonald. A. Fannar. P. Truetdell. HONOR SOCIETY Horn-rimmed glasses and a heavy pile of books are not requisite to b ea brain around A. V. Being a member of the Honor Society qualifies though. Encouraging scholarship and good grades, special incentive is offered by an honorary semester pass. Night qowns. milk bottles, and baby talk were required for the initiates for a day. This was fol- lowed by a formal initiation barbeque and swim- minq party. The Honor Society also had a booth at the carnival where they sold pie and candy. ScA la tic fyaufeb... Club sponsor is Josephine Dart. The first sem- ester officers were: president, Celia Richards: secre- tary. Sharlee Bowlin: treasurer, Johnny Custer. The second semester officers were: president. Grace Sakaguchi; vice-oresident, Ruby Uyeda: secretary. Doris Sakaguchi: treasurer. Darryl Denning. To join, membership requirements are ten points, A's count 3 points, A in gym—I point, B's count I point, and ' 2 point for clubs. These points last for one semester: then another application must be secured for the following semester. Pago 64 LIBRARY SCIENCE Willie blew into the library last fall with the intention of borrowing a good science fiction book. But was he lost!! !!! so many books! Chaos and confusion reigned and there was one lost Willie until a library science girl came to his rescue. Mrs. Eliza- beth lorbeer supervised the training of nearly 20 girls. The girls helped students find books with the card catalog, answered questions, rebound books, and did other such helpful tasks necessary to the smooth operation of the library. LIBRARY SCIENCE BACK ROW: Mrs. E. Lorb««r. J. 0. Burfoid. M. L � h. S. Edwards. K won Kl«rg «rd, R. Ramirez. J. Riddle, A. Kelsbeck, N. L. Hodges, N. Lane. CENTER ROW: M. Fi . L. Ridgvway. S. Sheppler, P. Hall, J. Lemen, 8. Hoag, J. Carter, W. Sauer, P. Ken- nemer. FRONT ROW: A. Speeht. P. Schuster. P Williams, D. Porter. P. Johnson. J. Bray. PEN PALS Girls! Girls! What do you know? I've just received an answer to my letter to Hol- land. These were the shouts Willie heard as he passed the library on club day. Tell us. Willie, what has been the topic if dis- cussion as you look in on the PEN PALS CLUB? Well—as a Thanksgiving project, money was donated generously by AVites to buy a milk goat to send to needy chil- dren in Korea. Also, as a thoughtful gesture to arouse the holiday spirit in Japan, club members decided to send Christmas cards. These students are in contact with approx- imately sixty people living in many pictur- esque countries. Pen Pals activities have re- sulted in friendly contact with young per- sons in various parts of the world. Actors in Waiting for Lefty-' don't seem to interest stage hands. Dennis Wolfer and John Foster. otf the Midnight oil and grease paint minded with calls for actors and the crash of falling props all went into this year's Junior-Senior production, The Importance of Being Ern- est . by Oscar Wilde. Our heroes' for this year were Don Bishop. Calvin Callaway. Art Knowles. Jim Seavey, and Don Masner. Adding a touch of beauty we found Celia Richards. Mavis Neuharth. Juanita Gammon, Cherie Joilin, Beverly Johnson, and Sydney Cochran. All tried extra hard to drive their director, Mrs. Florence Mayer, irrational. After breezing through a few million re- hearsals, while trying to avoid stepping on members of the stage crew making last sec- ond changes, the starlets placed their fin- ished product before the public. With the able assistance of Mr. Tom Buf- fum and the stage crew, plus a pair of bor- rowed artists, all props and furnishings found their proper places on stage in time for the first curtain. Pago 66 JUNIOR-SENIOR PLAY TOP ROW 1. 'Director, Chuck Dorn both end stars. C«li« Richards and Mavit Neu- barth. 2. Don Bishop tries to win Charia John's, Jaunita Gammon's and Calia Richard's affection. BOTTOM ROW 1. Everyone beinq content, the play comes to a close. 2. Let's not talk behind Ernest's back girls! Page 67 A CAPPELLA BACK ROW: N. Owens. S. Pulo� . J. Hawkins. V. Brenne- man. L. Flaming. C. McGuira. L. Perkins. L. Schmidt. C. Vernon. M. Spindler, V. Chandler. L. Ledbetter. B. Perdue. FOURTH ROW: J. Barker. D. Garrett. L. Acker. C. Lehman. D. Ellis. R. Hoapili, K. Kelly, W. Carter. R. Martin. THIRD ROW: D. Meier. M. Moore. B. Thomas. R. Bek- man. D. Cissell. P. Wall. F. Blanchard. F. Chiles. SECOND ROW: P. Frederick. D. Lacy. M. Asbery, D. Bishop. T. Fuller, 8. Spindler, B. Hell. B. Tingley. J. Parker. M. Bay. FIRST ROW: C. Mashek. B. Jamison. M. Ni . P. Hamil- ton. M. Tinder. L. Whipple. L. Overlade. M. Lee, M. Hodgson. 1. The Antelope Valley Ambassadors, Don 8ishop. Marvin Asbury, Tom Fuller, and 8ruce Hall, sing their way to popularity. 2. Pat Fredericks and Marvin Tinder display their antics before a student asembly. Page 68 BACK ROW: G. Englund. J. Anthony. C. Lohman. W. W«t on. SECOND ROW: J. Di . J. LUfot. J. Jcnnlngt, M. Tindar. J. Provanxano. R. Jonat. H. Jopia, L. Whipplo. R. Hardy, r. Goring. FIRST ROW: V. Bronnoman. B. Thoma . D. Bithop, M. A� kury. T. Foliar. 8. Hall. 8. Spindlor, P. Hamilton. C. Varnon, I. Parkin� . t e rfOl . . . VOCAL MUSIC Scored again! Who? Why. the A Cappella Choir—who else? This time in Tucson. Arizona. Anyway, that's what is heard from Willie—the little know-it-all. The trip lasted five day during the group's beloved Easter vacation. Of course it was worth it. especially since only selected stu- dents were allowed to make the journey. .The twenty members who attended and participated in the National Educators' Conference were chosen by their standing in the group. They participated by singing in a concert given by four hundred singers representing schools in five wes- tern states. Other activities in which these music makers took part included an assembly for the school, the Sprinq Concert and singing for civic organizations. Eye appeal was fur- nished by girl singers clothed in striking formals. It was given for residents of the valley and the entire cast took part in making it a success. A new idea which Mrs. Hermione Vaughn, who plans and directs all classes of vocal music, has decided upon, is to have the Spring Concert and Operetta alternately. The main objective of the boys and girls chorus is to train for entrance into A Cappella. Pag© 69 SENIOR BAND SENIOR RAND BACK ROW: A. Iv«� . S .Hamill, D. Gilmor� , M. Abbott. R. Pulton, V. CUm, C. Barnett. Mr. William Ballard. SIXTH ROW: S. Maad. P. Saxton. C. Hauger. R. Ra.il.. A. Knowlet. B. Matay, B. Garbatt, D. Sanford. B. Comp- ton. G. Kliawar. S. Mitchell. B. Ovarlada. T. Marthall, E. Colby. M. Mailat. FIFTH ROW: C. Marrt. A. Seymour, M. Simon. 0. Smal- ley. R. McBryant, F. Maxwell. 0. Hinet. T. lemon. D. Wemple, D. Powert. D. Baardtlay. S. Layna, T. Turner, 0. Bishop, G. Denning. FOURTH ROW: D. Wilton. T. Smalley. C. Chantry. B. Zook, I. Snyder, F. Logan, I. Stranske, D. Seine, D. Byrne. D. Denning, R. Pelton, J. Snodgrass, J. Winkley. D. Rumble. THIRD ROW: D. Richards. C. Jolin. B. Flock. J. Kidd. M. Thompson, J. Nygeard, V. Turner, C. Smith. G. Vilerdi. C. Bartholomew, F. Etherton. R. Sentino, B. Comstock, B. Byers. SECOND ROW: J. Smith. J. Arnold. C. Roth. D. Curley. C. Jenkinton, S. Jones. S. Cockran. B. Jackson. D. Strom- berg, P. Seiment, J. Finnin, A. Hellberg, S. Farley. FRONT ROW: $. Seymour. M. Hann. M. Reagan, R. Han- kins. P. Colo, M. Neuharth, D. Ellis. J. Gray. M. Hunter, D. Mansperger. D. Gillette. N. Adams. R. Uyeda. J. May- field. Pag 70 Willie, wasn’t that All Western Band Re- view something to remember? The wind was blowing and rain was coming down in torrents, but A. V. came through to tie for first place after competing against seventy- five other bands. That wasn't the only trophy they added to their collection. They also received the Most Outstanding Band trophy at Bar- stow. This cinched their chances to travel to the Fullerton Festival for the state finals. Other events in which they participated were the Antelope Valley Fair Parade, the Junior Chamber of Commerce Pet Parade. Santa Claus Lane Parade, Desert Bowl Game at Edwards Air Force Base, Almond Festival, as well as all football games and the annual spring concert. Excitement and secrecy spiraled to one of the main events of the year, the honoring Director William Ballard at the Alumni game. After other half-time activities, the band formed the letters W. B. and played the march, Our Director. Dotting the annual A. V. at the homecom- ing game for the most outstanding band members were Galen Denning, band presi- dent, and Ruby Uyeda. ORCHESTRA Soft lights, sweet music and forty members of th eorchestra getting eye-strain trying to read sheet music. Under the direction of William Ballard, the or- chestra performed at social functions. P. T. A. meet- ings and presented the Spring Concert. As Willie was snooping around backstage he bumped into Martin Mailes. president, and Cherie Jolin, vice-president, discussing the evening's enter- tainment. Just then Shirley, secretary, came in to report that the ticket sales gave hint of a large audience. With the school year ended the orchestra mem- bers were left with the memories of many pleasant activities. ‘Ti tteC i t e S6ie ... ORCHESTRA STANDING: D. Sanford. Mr. Ballard, B. Zook. K. Burdick, D. Burgess. BACK ROW: J. Holcomb� . S. Thomp- son. G. Watlers. G. Kliawar, R. Ruvalo. T. Smalley, D. Smalley. J. Winklay. P. Whifson. M. Mallei. G. Denning, U. Parkins, B. Jamison. CENTER ROW: P. Forbes. R. Hard- grove. C. Mahnaka, D. Radica. M. Neuharfh. B. Jackson, D. Ellis. J. Fin- nin. W. Henderson. F. Logan, D. Beine, K. Holcombe. P. Frederick. FRONT ROW: C. Jolin. S. Clark. V. Clem. P. Fisher. S. Deyermin. Pefi ia t e PEP BAND AND YELL LEADERS Off with a burst of brass, the PEP BAND set fuel to the teams burning desire to win. Martin Mailes stu- dent director, led the band at pep rallies and qames. Svypz joolderr pgnmxtezgsl ! What’s this? None other than the cheering section of Sniclclefritz High School. But A. V. was lucky in hav- inq Connie Davis and Ray McBryant as YELL LEADERS to lead its yells in coordination. Connie and her assistants led the A. V. cheerinq section through the cold and rain at football qames. At the turn of the semester Ray and his beef trust finished out the basketball season. MAJORETTES aren't always glam- ourous! Whv Willie, what do you mean? Well, you should have seen them marching at Long Beach. Their hair was straight and their uniforms were drippina. but they twirled and strutted to the end. Some other hiohliahts of the year were the intia- tion party and half-time maneuvers at football aames. Hold the line, boys! No. it isn’t fishina time. Those shouts came from the PEPPERETTES. Lookinq snappy in their black and white uni- forms. and with their red and black pompoms, they cheered bravely whether in victory or defeat. PEP BAND BACK ROW: M. Mailes. D. Bishop. C. Barnett. T. Turner, B. Comstock. B. Byers, T. Merthell, E. Colby. THIRD ROW: G. Denning, D. Richards, I. Strenske, D. Seine, D. Byrne. S. Leyne. SECOND ROW: c. Chantry. B. Zook. T. Lehman, D. Smalley, D. Denning, D. Hines. FRONT ROW: R. Ruvolo, B. Compton. D. Sanford. B. Garbett. CHEER LEADERS P. Furman. C. Davis. K. Burdick. B. Gibson. R. McBryant, W. MacDona.d R. Hodge, and 6. Jackson. Page 72 Els PEPPERETTES BACK ROW: B. Blohm. V. Adams. J. Betts. A. Wilton. K. Mollinet, C. Harris, B. Wallin. I. Bowser. J. Arnold. B. Hildreth. B. Windsor, K. von Klergaerd, F. Holliday. M. Haynes, B. Jonas. C. Rohlk. THIRD ROW: A. Piani. D. D. MacLacklan. F. Cru . I. Crost. D. Brown. J. Fowlar. C. Schwandt. T. Barker, F. Spancar, L. Lowdan, D. Siack. J. Evert, 6. Kirk, B. Latham. SECOND ROW: J. Murnaw. J. Bloom. N. Hawkins. P. Wehr. P. Edwards. K. Howell. G. Sakaguchi, B. Briganta. R. Navarret, C. A. Godda, T. Stollenwerk, B. Williams. B. Williams, J. Protho. FRONT ROW: M. Riplogle, S. Adams. M. Hann. G. Milli- gan, P. Towner. M. Schwandt, D. Sakaguchi, J. Wright. D. White, G. Carsay, C. Ward. E. Hamilton, S. Malin, D. Coddington. SONG LEADERS: D. Allan. J. Paterson. MAJORETTES STANDING: D. McLeurin. K. Siemens. M. Nix. C. Me- Efee. L. Bowlin. J. McEfee. A. Pitt. J. Barker. L. Etharton. KNEELING: D. Cissell. P. Fredericks. B. Potts. P. Hud- son, R. Perkins. Page 73 F. F. A. BACK ROW: J. W.lch, W. Schro.d.r, C. Soyr . M. K.IUy, B. L. Smith, B. Bakman, P. Wantartk . G. Fo� ter. B. Eiso- braun, M. Thompton, C. Bowan, R. Latham. J. Eitebraun, J. Mont- morancy, P. Yarbrough. J. Bunkar, R. Sidar. B. Frajiar. FIFTH ROW: O. Gray, N. Mead. R. lodar, E. Arrants. J. Whita- head, R. Saant, D. Trombatoro. G. Pyla. N. High. R. Granilly. E. Arguadoi. G. FUhar. B. QualU. M. Sprow. P. Johnson. M. King. B. Raada. M. McLana. B. Ratcliff. J. Gordon. FOURTH ROW: R. Schlay. 0. Kallay. F. Campball. G. Hamilton. P. McNamaa. L. Beebe. S. Williams. M. Hinojosa, J. Brown. J. Ralphs. J. Stark, F. Maxwell. T. Fuller, E. Firsick, M. Asbury, W. Sterkel. A. Idan. cutd F. F. A. Starting school with a watermelon feed and ending with their annual Parent Banquet, the Future Farmers of America kept busy during the year. To qualify for membership. F. F. A. boys live on farms, have home pro- jects. and take the vocational agriculture course. After graduation from A. V. a fre- quent pattern is attendance at an agricul- tural college or the start of a career in farm- ing. The most efficient and up-to-date farm and livestock care techniques were learned on trips to local ranches. Davis. Cal Poly. The Great Western Livestock Show, and the THIRD ROW: R. Wilburn, R. Clark, S. Vukanevieh, J. Provenzano. R. Moss, K. Bonhomma. D. Abbott. P. Mclvar, F. Gilbert, R. Frasier. D. Fisher. L. Adams. T. Turner, D. Cummins, G. Smith. E. Garret, B. Marshall. SECONR ROW: H. Tapia. D. Ryckebosch. T. Barker, R. Webster, J. Kinkade. J. Paesano. N. Majors. W. Dollar, F. Hamon. J. Chaney. M. Massett. D. McDonald. C. Marriott, C. Schmidt, C. McGee, J. Blohm, L. Gorsline, D. Roth, D. Dyer. FIRST ROW: H. Smith. D. Rupp. R. Billett. 8. Buchanan. J. Huff- man, B. Heffron, 8. Sedgwick, R. Hodge. D. Canady, A. Griesheber, R. Tomfohr. D. Trojan, J. Jennings, J. Hart. B. Neu. G. Mitchell. N. Craws. C. Adams. San Francisco Cow Palace were the destina- tions of their longest trips. There they judged and appraised livestock, displayed their own projects, had them appraised, heard lectures, and saw many exhibits. Beef, swine and sheep are the usual projects. Others included bees, crops, orchard and a fish hatchery. Skits, awards and talks were featured in the yearly F. F. A. assembly which was one of the many activities planned by Bob Hef- fron. president; Dick Abbott, vice-president: Jim Huffman, secretary; Jerry Sterk. treas- urer; Paul Mclver, reporter; and sponsors. Don Worden. Pat Gary, Ralph Davis and Charles Adams. Page 74 F. H. A. BACK ROW: B. R«ck«tt, J. Evart, G. Kiitnar, W. Cartar. P. Harnad, R. Guarra, B. William� , G. Saata, G. Cook, 0. Nialsan, K. Rally, D. Curley. N. Boull, F. Harvall, J. Godda, A. Keltbeek. FOURTH ROW: J. Green. C. Halay, P. Hudion, M. Lea. B. William� , G. Cartay, J. A. Dux, S. K. Mark. P. William� , L. Dahl. THIRD ROW: D. Siebenthel, M. Bay, L. Kalpakoff. B. Dunivan. B. Shumaker, B. Newman. P. Towner, B. Cooper, 8. Rutiell, M. Rutiell. SECOND ROW: C. Akroyd, L. Chavez, D. Sakaquchi, C. Morgan. S. Milbourna. G. SakagucSi. K. Rhea, B. Max- wall. M. Schwandt. P. Wilbur. S. La Rue. S. Thompton. J. Parker. FIRST ROW: N. Mark� , A. PianJ. M. Cockren. F. H. A. Over 500 Future Homemakers of America were guests of A. V. girls when the Orange and Los Angeles County sectional convention met at A. V. in February. Meeting to share ideas on their mutual projects, the homemakers were presided over by section prexy, Grace Sakaguchi. Food and clothing exhibit booths were displayed at the A. V. Fair to encourage the major F. H. A. goal of promot- ing international good will. The project was carried out by sending gifts to children overseas. Attending the San Francisco State Convention. Grace Sakaguchi, Angeline Piani, Patsy Barnett. Mrs. Zelma Go- ben and Mrs. Billie Adams learned more about what the other California F. H. A. chapters are doing. During Na- tional F. H. A. Week the delegates told about their trip over KALV. Girls who have at least a semester of home economics are eligible for membership. Under the direction of the home economics teachers. Mrs. Zelma Goben and Mrs. Dorothy Grant, the officers were: Angeline Piani, president: Patsy Barnett, vice-president; Betty Rackett, secretary: Donna Neilson, treasurer: Jimmie Burnett, reporter; Mary Gates, parliamentarian and Marsha Nix and Nancy Marks, song leaders. Page 75 SANDPAPER As carefully prepared as a miniature met- ropolitan daily, the Sandpaper related the latest news, gossip, and sports to A.V. stu- dents. The staff was so large that it divided into two groups. While one learned the rudiments of News English, the other group gathered the news and put it in the form of your Sandpaper. Always at hand was the journalist genius. Terry Coddington as editor. Steve Layne, assistant editor, contributed wit and humor, while Ann Varley told of the latest fads of other schools. A two weeks cycle of copy- ing, proof-reading and printing by Africa Printers, the staff and Joe Milrod, the spon- sor. distributed the Sandpaper to the sec- and period classes. Sand Paper Identification TKa Sand Paper, AVt bi-weekly newt publication, being written and edited by the Sand Paper tteffert in the newt room (lower) and itudentt in the adjoining Newt Englith clatt room (upper) learning journalitm theory. Pu ticiMA Ut YUCCA I could have done better with my Brownie! Hurl me the synonym book1 'Who swiped the receipt book? Get some pep into that copy! Cut those pic- tures STRAIGHT!! . . . If you had passed Yucca class, fifth period, these exclamations might have whizzed in your ear. Within. Ed- itor LaVon Etherton was diligently trying to make the staff work. Paul Greenlee, sponsor, was ever reminding them that time was run- ning out. A question which had the business managers twisting their fingers was, Will we have enough money to pay the enqraving bill to the L. A. Engravinq Company? Salley Mead set sail to sell 1000 books to the stu- dents and Pat McGovern convinced the merchants that ads in the Yucca do pay. The students, with the aid of the staff, have recorded in this Yucca the victories, defeats and the ordinary things that make A.V. spin. YUCCA STAFF TOP ROW: Joan Ann Schanbarger, Janette Wil. on, Bill Thom� � . Jimmy Humphrey� , Pat Towner. SECOND ROW: Pat McGovern. La Von Etherton. Darla Pipkin, Tarry Coddington. THIRD ROW: Harvey Stollenwerk. Annthirley Fanner. Judy Smith. Pat Hudton. FOURTH ROW: Sally Mead. Joanna Gray, Walt Grldlay. 4 l cvUety PROJECTIONISTS CLUB It happened again! Another film was broken! Broken by the boys of the Projec- tionists Club. Seriously speaking, those boys volunteered to donate their time and forego their studies several times a week to provide the service of operating the movie projec- tors for the school. Pertaining to its audio-visual makeup and reeling apparatus and under the supervision of Hampton Proett. the club was whirling frantically to provide the various classes with students of a high grade standard to operate the movie projectors which were run approximately 1000 hours a year. HEALTH OFFICE Take this boy’s temperature—answer the phone—keep those records straight. These phrases, along with mingled laughs of en- joyment, could be heard from school nurse Geneva Mungovan and her Health Office as- sistants. The work done by the helpers in- cluded carinq for the office while the nurse was away, seeing that student logs were cared for. keeping supplies in order, caring for minor emergencies, and checking weights and heights. As in past years, the Health Office pre- sented a vaccination program for smallpox preceded by a film and instruction. CALIFORNIA CAOET CORPS LEFT TO RIGHT: F. Chamb.rUin. Q. Gourdy, J. StrambUr, J. Ruticll. J. Janningi. C. Walkar. R. Barnett, D. DeMitro. G. Millixar, W. Gridlay, J. Gordon. R. Nybakkan, K. McGowan, J. Jenningi, A. Knowlat. J. Saavy, O. Gray. J. Jackton, J. Maudlin. T. Lavi . J. Fo«tar. W. Stayer. C. Walkar. C. Duty, J. Saavay. r) tere l ... FUTURE TEACHERS CALIFORNIA CADET CORPS Knowledge of what to expect in military service. Willie found, follows the training in leadership, drill, hygiene and first aid offered by the CADET CORPS. The rifle team practiced approximately one hour every Thursday under the command of Frank Chamberlin. The group presented a Mother and Father banquet including all service heads from the valley. Other curricular activities consisted of raising the flag at all football games, entering in the dis- trict rifle matches and firing on the Marine base. Numer- ous awards were given throughout the year—the most important being the American Legion Award given to the three outstanding Cadet officers. As a voluntary project, the boys had the opportunity to go to summer camp at San Luis Obispo where they continued practicing drill and leadership. PROJECTIONISTS BACK ROW: R. Heinrick. L. Schmidt. F. Jennings, P. Prefer, E. Nukele, R. Granger, O. Strembler, Mr. Hampton Proett, R. Senkbeil. FRONT ROW: G. Sehuman. M. Mas- sett. K Roberts, R. Debs. HEALTH OFFICE GIRLS B. Jones. M. Gates. W. Dunn, M. Arthur, Miss Geneva Mungovan, school nurse. BACK ROW Sponsor, N. Nichols, M. Hunter, J. Smith. N. E. Wilson. L. Affeldt. W. McDonald FRONT ROW C .Richards, D. Kief. R. Hjelm, P. Kelly. P. Truetdell FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA Without a counterpart in neigh- boring high schools the Future Teach- ers of America nevertheless main- tains an active and constructive pro- gram. The twenty teachers-to-be heard talks by a number of educational specialists and further familiarized themselves with the steps leading to a professional career by visiting Po- mona College, the University of Southern California and the Univer- sity of California at Los Angeles. Pat Kelly served as president. She was assisted by Paula Truesdale, vice- president; Carolyn Smith, secretary- treasurer; and Norton Nichols, spon- sor. Page 79 ‘WiClCe 'd Pago 80 QUEENS Remember Willie, rushing to greet the Queens of AV? Our first one was blond, blue-eyed, senior Kay Bur- dick. Alumni Queen who reigned over a fast-moving foot- ball game and a dance afterwards. Next in line was a pert little senior, Pat Sexton, Queen of the Candy Cane Ball, who brought cheerfulness to the hearts of AVites during the Christmas season. Popular Susie Fasnacht, iunior, ruled as Prom Queen at the biggest dance of the year. Page 81 RADIO PRODUCTION—Pag 82 1. Member of the Radio Production Staff BACK ROW B. Bealmer. B. Thomas. H. Stollen- work. C. Straitiff, B. Spindlor, D. Burgess. Advisor. Joe Milrod FRONT ROW J. Mason. A. Welch. D. Ford. C. Duty 2. Students of the Radio Production Class present an original radio script commemorating Bill of Rights Week 3. Anne Welch presents a winning Voice of Democracy speech Static RADIO PRODUCTION Bouquets to the Radio Production class for having made it possible for people of the entire Antelope Valley to know what took place in our high school, about our sports, clubs, classes and other activities. The broadcasts circled through the valley through radio station KAVL. The actual purpose of the group was to provide opportunity for students to develop professional skills. Members improved their speaking ability and received good training for possible future careers. Especially good training was offered class members for car- ryina out responsibilities assigned to them by the teacher and advisor, Joe Milrod. A. V. Classroom , produced by Russell Wallston, was one educational program which consisted of tape recordings of classes of the school while they were in ses- sion. This enabled everyone who was inter- ested to become informed about different class procedures. Other programs were whipped together by Anne Welch with Teen Scene , by Dave Burgess presenting Country Cornfab , by Bob Splinder giving us Vocal Varieties , and by Faith Chiles with Campus Clubs . The programs rotat- ed around announcers Marvin Tinder, Har- vey Stollenwerk, Russell Wallston. and Bill Bealner. Important jobs were executed by Harvey Stollenwerk, station manager, and Joe Ma- son. chief engineer. The station manager's dizzing duties consisted of planning pro- grams and seeing that all plans were carried out. Chief enqineer, Joe Mason had charge of the control booth. His staff of engineers were Clarence Stratiff, Bill Bealner, and Charles Duty. Page 82 and 'Kinetic.,. FROSH VODVIL CLUB Lights! Camera! Action! It was the Frosh Vodvil Assembly! The plot for the stage production this year took place on a fake movie lot. Performers pretended they were trying out for parts in the movies. Work and effort of Gail Miller, president: Mary Cockran. vice-president: Judy Wal- lace. secretary: Marcia Gwin. treasurer; Mrs. Amy Heydorn. sponsor, and members of the club and class made their show a whiz. The assembly was presented to the freshman class, and later to the entire stu- dent body. A party to honor assembly participants climaxed the club's activities. It was in full swing, 'mid the confusion of dispensing with make-up and costumes, directly following the assembly. A new practice of the club was a noon meeting for the officers every Wednesday. The method of discovering talent was dif- ferent this year. In Mrs. Heydorn's orien- tation classes each Thursday a different act was reviewed by the students, and from these were chosen the acts for the assembly. FRESHMEN VODVILLE TOP ROW: D. Dinning. J. Kidd. B. Cooper. J. Weaver, J. Fileman, S. ©«Ilion, D. Parsley, P. Hamilton, 8. Avery. B. Endi- eott. M. Gwinn. G. Miller. Mrt. Heydorn, M. Cochran, J. Wallace, K. Holcombe. S. Milbourne, 0. Hendschmid. J. Blacklock. N. Speart, M. Pretar, B. Rutsells. N. Brown, B. Newman. BOTTOM ROW: J. Klem, B. Cambui, A. Hilgendorf. A. Welch. D. Baylett. C. Oarr. J. Swartt. E. Humphrey� , A. Scott, M. Anderson, S. Marks, L. Dahl, K. Jenkenson. J. Buch- annan, J. Hosier. Page 83 Page 84 4act a SatKfeCiwf ACTIVITY SHOTS ROW I: 1. Charles Parker display! « typical amused grin. 2. Ken Kelley. King of He Christmas Bell, crowns Queen, Pet Sexton. 3. Joennie Butters end Ivan Avila enjoy dancing at Teen Town. 4. Coach George Nelmerk fleshes his victory smile. ROW II: 5. Cokes end companionship were features of Teen Town. 6. Keith Maxwell end pels really worked hard at their game of checkers. 7. The latest in fashion modeled by Le Von Etherton. ROW III: 8. Pet Hamilton and Sandra Kerr try some on for sixe. 9. Pat McGovern checks the Yucca dummy. 10. Elaine Miller at the switchboard displays a warm and friendly smile. 11. Dave Burgess and Galen Denning, A. V. musicians, out at a school assembly. 12. Carolyn Smith emotes for Yucca picture. Page 85 Page 86 itt £ac ycttttenect Stvtmty 'ZVecU esi Page 87 .4_„ 14U1 „ JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL BACK ROW: o. AbhoH, R. Hod«., K. Bonhomm., R. Moh, W. T«ylor. E. Ro� . B. H.ffron. B. Buchanan. B. Quail . D. Gilmor . D. Rumble B. Compton W. McDonald. J. Hutchins, T. Pocket. F. Taylor. 8. Thoma� . D. Obee, B. Paris, D. Moulton. E. Colby B. Matey, D Lehman. Coach O. Plum. ROW 3: J. Peeteno. R. Morgan. H. Pomtier. V. Valder. R. Billet. G. Affeldt. P. Siemens. 5. Simpson. D. Morrison. K. Gray, A. Elser. E. Padias. T. Tissue. T. Hanson. T. Turner. D. Gardner. ROW 2: R. Shelly D. Templeton B. Meson B. Upihaw. R. Seen . D- Seen . E. Spencer. J. Debbs. P. Hamilton. D. La Rue, B. Gibson. J. Brockus. n L R°W P- C. Chentry. K. Swords. E. Dwyer. D. Seult . J. Mason. J. Perry. D. High. T. Kono. J. Perei. F. Thornes. L. Acker. G. Pyle. L. Wilburn. A. Dunn. J. Williams. LETTERMENS' CLUB As Willie made his way around the cam- pus he turned eastward, and before he knew it found himself sitting on the bleachers in the gym watching the Annual Grammar School Basketball Tournament sponsored each year by the Lettermens' Club. Composed of all lettermen the club ran through an active year. In addition to sponsorship of the twelve-team, two-day tournament the boys promoted a success- ful all-school dance and were backers of Mum Day. A swim party in May restricted to members and their dates concluded the year's activities. Tom Tissue served as club prexy. Assist- ing him were Dick Templeton. Bob Mason and Paul Whitson. Coach Otto Plum act- ed as advisor. Pago 88 u itk t e itkletea.., COACHES, left to right: Robert McCut- cheon. George Nelmark. David Blount, Otto Plum, Emil Such. FOOTBALL This year's Varsity football team got off to a fast start by defeating Burroughs 19 to 7, and by the end of the season, A. V. High fans were witnessing thrilling football such as the Oxnard game when school spirit rose to such heights that our team upset Oxnard 20 to 18. Sparking the passing attack throughout the season was Andy Brown- wood, Eddie Padias, Bill Thomas, Vernon Val- dez, and Mart Hinojosa. Backing up the line on defense were Padias, Carl Bonhomme, Alan Gibson, Dick Abbott. Andy Brown- wood, Jim Huffman, and end positions were well handled by Dick Templeton. Tom Pelt- zer, and Eddie Ross. Andy Brownwood made All League, All Ventura County and third team all Southern California. Standing last in Ventura League. A. V. had the consolation of being awarded the Sportsmanship Trophy. Page 89 tir-. Sitting in the dripping rain, the students and Willie saw the Antelopes win the sea- son opener downing Burroughs 19 to 7. The Antelopes traveled to Las Vegas by Grey- hound Bus to meet the undefeated cham- pions of Nevada, and absorb the worst beat- ing of the year, 30 to 0. Back on Mays Field, the Antelopes tied with Culver City 6 to 6, for a 50-50 break in practice games. V zn, ity Dick Abbott Mart Hinojosa Karl Bonhomme Jim Huffman Virgil Brenneman Darell LaRu® Andy Brownwood Bud Garbott Ward McDonald Bob Mason Bob Gibson Ed Padias VARSITY FOOTBALL BACK ROW: Co«ch E. Such. M«nag«r R. Me- Bryant, W. Taylor, B. Thomas. M. Early. R. Hodgo, T. Palttar, T. Puckett, D. McDonald. W. McDonald. J. Hufman, T. Moisa, Assistant Coach O. Plum. THIRD ROW: V. Brannaman. E. Dwyar. F. Tay. lor. D. Temploton, A. Brownwood, B. Jackson. T. Tissue, R. Moss. D. Bassham, D. Abbott. SECOND ROW- B. Garbett. D. Gilmora. E. Padias, K. Bonhommo, D. Rupp, B. Popjoy, D. Bakman, V. Valdaz. D. Nash. B. Mason. E. Ross. FRONT ROW: P. Whitson. M. Hinojosa. J. Carter. B. Haffron. V. Clam, J. Paasano, D. Canady, J. Parex, B. Gibson. D. LaRue. 'po-at M... The Centaurs down Brownwood 8illy J. Smith, Cougar star, through the canter Band Representative. Sharlae Bowlin, presents Director Bill Bal- lard. with Honor Scroll A. V. Gridders await the call to action Sitting along the sidelines Willie saw An- dy Brownwood score all 18 points in the first league game with Santa Paula in which we were defeated 26 to 18. Visitors from Ventura outlasted the Antelopes to score a 20 to 6 win in the second half, with a dis- pla yof reserve strength. That night was Dad's niqht, and the band spelled out Hi. Pop, and played For He's a Jolly Good Fellow . Fillmore took a close contest from the Antelopes 13 to 6. Brownwood scored tw otouchdowns. but one was called back because of an off side penalty. Along with witches and goblins came the Alumni game with Hart. Reigning over the festivities were Queen Kay Burdick and at- tendants. Sharlee Bowlin, Una Lea Perkins, and Darlene McLaurin. Walkinq a path hewed by brawn and shoulder pads the Queen was crowned by Captain Andy Brownwood. After this fling with beauty the team ab- sorbed another beating when the Hart In- dians outplayed the Antelopes to score a 28 to 12 win. Qften beaten but not ready to quit the lightly reqarded Antelopes pulled tne prize upset of the season when they re- turned from Oxnard with a well deserved 20 to 18 win. Pago 91 A. V. ««opt Culver City Dad's Day Anxiety Burro� out in tha opan Ventura making a drive A believer in rigid training and in drill in fundamentals. Coach Emil Such, newly arrived from Lompoc, had the boys on the field, putting them through their paces dur- ing school and at night—a system that will ultimately pay off. Coach Such has made many new friends this year through his work in administering the boys physical educa- tion program with its effort to achieve a higher particioation in class sports. Assistant Coach Otto Plum shared the honor of coaching the varsity team through a season that culminated in a win over Ox- nard and awarding of the Sportsmanship Trophy in the Ventura League. Coach Plum has finished his second year at A. V. iad '74 itk t e BACK ROW; G. Pyle. 8. Peris, D. Trombetore, J. Guthrie. W. Wilber. D. Oboe. P. Wanserske, J. Hutchins. L. Meton. H. leventon. L. Wilburn. C. Lehman. Coach Nelmark. SECOND ROW: E. Colby. Manager; J. Hildreth. N. High. E. Lauder, G. Valardi, J. Mayfield. L. Acker, L. Hanten, J. Brockus, J. Debt, D. Jenien. L. C. Spencer. B. Burch, L. Zilinski. FRONT ROW: L .Smith, H. Davis, R. Bright, L. Garrett, F. Etherton, T. Kono, L. Adams, R. Saenz, J. Provenzeno, W. Birch, D. High, S. Marvin. Page 92 JUNIOR VARSITY Junior varsity gridders proved that the long practice sessions and patient instruction of Coaches George Nelmark and Dave Blount were not in vain. After several drubbings from Desert League varsity squads the lightweiqhts bounded back to reqister convincing wins over Fillmore and Hart. Experience gained will enable such willing players as Ted Hansen. Jerry Hutchins. George Pyle. Larry Ac- res. Lauie Zilinske. Charles Leh- aman. Dee Dobbee. Larry Wil- burn. and Jack Mayfield, to fill assignments on next year's var- sity. Tom Peltzer John Peroz Tom Puckett Eddie Ross Fred Taylor Dick Tempelton Bill Thomas Vernon Valdez Paul Whitson 1. Billet lays in two points. 2. Compton flicks the ball into the hoop. 3. Antelopes whoop after the Santa Paula win. Jim Baumgardner Ray Billet AV's varsity basket-masters dribbled through a fairly successful season in '53. They had to settle for fifth place in Ventura League standings, but defeated seven out of fifteen non-league Toes and triumphed over two league opponents in ten starts. AV waxed Bishop on the northern court in the season opener, but were derailed from the victory trail for the next five tilts. On their seventh start, the Antelope basketeers bounced Burroughs on the local hardwood to square the series. Santa Barbara and Santa Paula blasted AV out of the running in the Santa Barbara Tournament. Undaunted, they mauled Trona and Bishop in the Lone Pine Tourney to cop the cup which now re- sides in the AV trophy case. In their first league tilt with Oxnard, the Ante- lopes came out on the short end. They then dropped a non-league squabble to Santa Barbara and were edged out in an overtime by Hart Hi. The Ante- lope five humbled the hapless Warriors of Tehachapi on January 23 and bowed to Fillmore's Flashes in an away contest the following week. AV avenged their earlier defeat administered by the Lone Pine Eagles on their own floor and then met Ventura in the league capital and failed to mar the Cougars' undefeated record. The Antelopes stretched their home game streak to three in a row as they banged out a hair-raising victory over Santa Paula. This contest featured a red-hot 32 minutes of basketball artistry with neither squad piling up a lead of over three points at any time. However, Ken Kelly Co. managed to have that margin on the home side of the scoreboard as the final gun sounded. Page 94 Bill Compton Ken Kelly Jim Mattarocci Don Royce Keith Swords Dick Templeton t e 7S zn itty a et atC Hearn ... A. V. controls the tip. VARSITY BASKETBALL STANDING Coach Nelmark, D. Templeton, C. Porter. K. Kelly. B. Compton. J. Hutchins, E. Dwyer KNEELING C. lackey. R. Morgan, R. Billett, J. Matteerocci, D. Royce, K. Swords. B. Mason ield 'lOttA 1. Ken Kelly waits for rebound. 2. Bruce Carter steals the ball. ANTELOPES OPPONENTS 50 Bishop 32 39 Burroughs 53 38 Monrovia 47 35 Barstow 45 41 Lone Pine 44 60 Burroughs 46 45 ♦Santa Barbara 63 51 ♦Santa Paula 62 45 ♦♦Trona 29 47 ♦♦Bishop 29 46 Oxnard 57 41 Santa Barbara 61 41 Hart 44 64 Tehachapi 40 45 Fillmore 56 49 Lone Pine 41 46 Ventura 51 48 Santa Paula 45 57 Tehachapi 49 42 Oxnard 85 63 Hart 47 42 Fillmore 55 47 Santa Paula 55 32 Ventura 72 1 155 1261 ♦Fillmore Tournament ♦♦Lone Pine Tournament VARSITY BASKETBALL The Antelopes scored a repeat performance over the Warriors of Tehachapi on the away court. AV was mauled thoroughly by Oxnard's Yellowjackets, but returned to their home floor to crush Hart Hi and chalk ud their fourth consecutive home victory. Fillmore stooped the home court win streak Febru- ary 20 and the Cardinal basketeers of Santa Paula avenged their earlier defeat by trouncing the Ante- lopes on the away court. The season finals ended in a rout of the AV five as the Ventura Cougar quintet slaughtered the Antelopes in the AV gym. The Venturans went undefeated in league play to take the 1953 league crown. Captain Ken Kelly headed the Antelopes' scoring column with 328 points for a 13.1 average per game. Ray Billet piled up 231 digits for a 9.2 aver- age. The Antelopes' total for '53 was I 155 points, an average of 46.1 per game. Opponents tallied 1261 points against AV for 50.4 average. Coach George Nelmark will lose all his starters via graduation except Bill Compton. Back next year to fill their positions will be most of this year's subs plus seme promising material from Coach Blount's second-place Bees. 7 e 'Seeb aad @ee BEE BASKETBALL AV's boll-bouncing Bees triumphed over Oxnord and Fillmore, not to mention many others to take second place in the Ventura League. A few of the outstanding players that are looking for- ward to playing varsity ball next year are Larry Acker, Jim Dougherty, Frankie Thom- as, and Johnny Perez. Ken Kelly tips to Jim Mattarocci. CEE BASKETBALL STANDING Coach Georg N lm«rk, R. Rocha, J. Fox. T. Turnar, C. MeEffa, A. Dunn, K. Otwall SITTING R. Tomphor, G. Smith. W. Vaughn. P. McNamaa. P. La Saqua, G. Ham- ilton BEE BASKETBALL STANDING Coach Dava Blount, C. Hadgaeoek, J. Dougharty. S. Vukanovich. E. Nuk- ola. J. Hutchin . P. Melvar, SITTING Mgr. E. Colby. J. Avila. J. Parax. F. Thoma� . E. Arguadat, L. C. Span- car Pago 97 TOP: Principal Dougkerty awardt A and B. balkatball trophic . Which of the wr««tUr« will maka talavilion? A. V. harriart «how thair haalt to B«r«tow. Intramural finalists battla it out. BOTTOM: Tumbling wat wall tupportad. Vernon Valdax racaivat tha outstanding blockar award. Tha big tplath! the 'Wtitun INTRAMURAL ACTIVITIES Twelve teams made up of student enthus- iasts competed for gold medals and the title of Champions of Intramural Basketball. The No Name Jives of the Mountain League bowed to the Desert League's Dead End Gang in a three game playoff. Beat the other classes and bring in those points were the cries heard most at the inter-class track meet sponsored by the Boy's P. E. program. Copping first place were the almighty seniors; finishing second were the sopho- mores: third were the freshmen: and bringing up the rear were the juniors. This year nine teams entered baseball competition. A schedule of eight games per team was arranged and a playing season of seven week's determined. Pago 98 CROSS-COUNTRY AV's cross-country sextet sDed throuqh an excellent season on the 1.8-mile trails. The Antelope Exoress engineered by Coach Emil Such roared to six victories while suf- fering only two narrow defeats. The Antelooes beqan with Barstow and beat the Ruffians 24-33. Fillmore and Ven- tura were next. AV registered a pair of per- fect 15-45 wins. Santa Paula offered a little more competition but bowed to AV 20-36. SfiVlfo, , , Meetinq the Barstow runners on foreiqn soil, the Antelopes suffered their first de- feat. However, this was a non-league meet and didn't affect AV's cleanslate in the con- ference. To prove it wasn't an accident, the super-sonic six blasted Fillmore and Ven- tura a second time, reoeatino in each rr eet with a sweep of the first six places. In their final meet the Antelopes' perfect league «■«cord was shattred bv Santa Paula. AV went down to a 26-29 defeat to tie with Santa Paula for first in league standings Page 99 BASEBALL (Vartlfy) STANDING J. Pengilley. F. Taylor, W. Taylor. L. Spencer B. Gerbett, T. Tlllue, R. Eiiebraun. D. Blount KNEELING R. Skelly. C. Conn. J. Saultr. V. Valdai. D. Kuli, J. Carter ind J. V. Loft to right: standing: L. Wilburn. G. Pyle. J. Broiel. A. Dumm, R. loder, B. Zook, R. Ham- ilton. J. Baumgardner. L. Acker. E. Nukala. T. Hanion. J. Hutchin . B. Burch, J. Provenzano, T. Kono. Kneeling: D. Saenz. N. High. J. Mayfield. T. Goring. B. Randal. J. William� , D. Wemple. G. Burdett TOP: Bud Garbett trys for a homer. A trio of strong out-fielders. Pitchers talk it over. BOTTOM: Coach Dave Blount explains a proper slide. A. V. Batting Power.’’ m the z e6- z(l 'Dtaw.tMci 000 Practice sessions at Jane Reynolds Park and horsehide duels on the Palmdale Baseball Diamond, this year, divided the Antelopes' training and their home battling with other schools. This split arrange- ment was effected when new classrooms of the school's expansion program were erected on the old field. A pre-season glimpse at A. V.'s schedule showed that thirteen games were lined up. Coach Dave Blount took the team on the Road six times to play. five of the ten league games and to participate in a tournament at Pomona. Welcomed back to the Varsity squad were three A lettermen. Refilling last year's positions were Tom Tissue catching Buddy Garbett's strike out pitches, and Bob Upshaw again playing infield. Expected to show great promise on this year's team were: Fred Taylor, catcher; Vernon Valdez, second base; Jerry Saultz, third base; Ray Skelly, short stop; Joe Pengilley and Dennis Kuli, outfield. Pago 101 rfiactuct t e Hiack aact pielcC.,, A TRACK (standing): R. Pompey. P. Whitson, K. Bonhomme. J. Guthrie, J. Huffmm, D. McDonald. D. Templeton, A. Brownwood, R. Mon. B. Matey, D. Morrison, T. Pucket, H. Levingtton. (kneeling): K. Fairking. B. Vermulen, B. Buchanan, D. Canady, T. Fuller, B. Thomas. R. Hodge. D. Oboe. E. Ross, S. Simpson. B TRACK (standing): 0. Rumble. B. Hell, J. Brokus, C. Thornes. T. Turner. C. Lehman, G. Johnson, R. Boyd. B. Heffron. J. Peri. (kneeling): 8. Stringer, O. Morrison, A. Elser, K. Grey. 0. Gilmore, J. Pees- eno, D. LaRuc. E. Louder. J. Highes, P. Jenning, E. Colby C TRACK (standing): 0. Hale. B. Clark. H. Ramirex, J. Proveniano, B. Frailer. B. Spindler, E. Pyron. K. Os- wel,, D. Nellson, G. Fiemen, D. Lish, J. Schanberger. J. McClary, D. Schen- borger, H. Hulsixer. (kneeling): E. Genti. P. Hamilton. J. Provenenieno, D. Rechebosh. Mead. L. Adams. F. Hann. M. Hall. Cotton, Tapia, R. Seem Pago 102 Andy Brownwood Ken Gray Tom Fuller Bill Buchanan Don McDonald Dee Obee John Perez Phil Hamilton Eddie Ross Bob Hefferon Bob Matay Darrel Rumble Bill Thomas With 32 men on the cinder paths and sand pits. AV's track team showed promising qualities as the '53 campaign got under way. Weak in the shot put and pole vault, the Ante- lope thinclads proved themselves in the middle- distance and long distance runs as well as a respec- table showing in league competition in the dashes. Their strongest point was their 880-yard relay quar- tet with Willie Johnson, Andy Brownwood. Eddie Ross, and Tom Fuller in the leading roles. This bun- dle of speed bested relay squads from Barstow. Oxnard and Hart in their first two meets. The Antelopes' first big victory before the Yucca hit the presses was their decisive triumph over Ven- tura and Santa Paula in a triangular affair on a muddy Ventura field. AV took this one with 69-1 -2 points to Ventura's 45 1-2 and Santa Paula's 11. Winning top spot in the 100 was Andy Brown- wood with a time of 10.5 seconds. Willie Johnson. AV's transfer from Jefferson High, took the 180 in 20 flat. Bill Buchanan wrapped up the 440 at 55.8 seconds and Warren Simpson turned in a 2:17.5 880 for first prize. Bill Vermeulen, AV's cross- country ace. paced the milers at 5:11.2. Don McDonald came through with a double win by doinq the high hurdles in 16.8 and the lows in 14.9. The relay squad scored their third victory of the season with a time of 1:41.6. Bill Thomas ran in Tom Fuller's spot. Thomas leaped to an I8'4 victory in the broad jump. AV wound up with nine out of twelve firsts and 21 out of 45 places. The Antelopes appeared to be headed for the top half of Ventura League standings. TOiCCie 'pacctid in t e GYM TEACHERS STANDING—D. Hill9«n, J. Murphy SITTING—G. Mimmack GIRLS SPORTS Girls had loads of fun in the gym. on the court, and on the diamond. Shouts of joy mingled with sighs of disappointment could be heard from the volleyball, basketball and tennis courts, softball and speedball fields as interclass competition was held. All girls were required to participate in these P. E. classes. Each girl was given a number by which she was known. No. this was not a prison, this was just her identifi- cation as she answered to roll call, checked in and out her towels and took showers. P. E. students were taught not only to perform skillfully in sports but also to be a sport. Page 104 BACK ROW: Mr� . S. Duntlay. P. Ho.-tchlag. J. A. Sehenbargar. F. How- ard-8rceJing, P. Hudson, P. Routahay. FRONT ROW: A. Fannar. B. Woodan. Starting tha game with a bully. P. Kalty, P. Sexton. E. Millar 'putt anet TOP: Shirley Deyarmin and Bav Johnton aim for tha tar- qat Mary Moora returns a shot. Learning to stretch is part of Playing volleyball. CENTER: Which way is tha ball going? BOTTOM: Badminton pros. Freshmen at attantion. G. A. A. Junior • Senior BACK ROW: S. Farley, B. Byer . K. Burdick. E. Miller. P. Sexton. P. Hersehlag. 0. Siebenthel. J. Green. M. Bey. A. Cable. D. Allen, A. Fenner. V. Mix. E. Blum, J. Blair. M. Aznarez. J. Green. S. Kerr. J. Butters, M. Geile, S. Martin, C. Niolson, G. Lucero. M. Wilson. P. Cahill, J. Riddle, S. Pulos. FOURTH ROW: K. Howell. C. Harris. I. C. Bowser. J. Lernen. M. Celer, M. Wescott. T. Fox. C. Roth, D. McLeurin, B. Potts. L. V. Etherton, A. Pitt. P. Frederick. S. Bowlin. D. Cissell, U. L. Perkins. J. McEfee, C. Forman. D. Henna, F. Howard. R. Tapia, J. Barker. R. Uyada, B. Comstock. R. Pelton, R. Hankins. J. Riddle. J. Peter- son, F. Cruz. THIRD ROW: M. Schroeder. M. L. Etzel. S. Bell. C. Yslas. D. Selvy, C. Haley, M. Hodgson. A. Taylor. F. Balding, E. Kono, A. McKee- hen. G. Ferguson, R. Fowler. P. Hankins, M. McClonaghan. D. Kief. J. Pedroza. K. Thor. M. Richey. J. Sequine. 8. Overlade. M. Mit- chell. M. Pratt. C. Price. C. Garrett. SECOND ROW: J. Gray, G. Sakaguchi, M. Arthur. S. Cochran, M. Neuharth. L. Hunt, B. Francisco, C. Christenson. J. Peterson. B. Roth. S. Clark, J. Holcombe. P. Forbes, P. Hudson. P. Kelly. P. Truesdell. M. Nix, M. Moore. L. Ledbetter, A. Dixon, M. Reagan. 6. Perdue, S. Fasnacht. C. Smith, S. Seymour, M. Schwandt. FIRST ROW: P. McGovern, A. Piani, M. Forbes. R. Moore, M. Judd, D. Henson, N. Doull. L. Pappas. G. Foster. P. Turman, C. Davis, J. Carter, B. Hoag, P. Roushey, L. Overlade, V. Turner, J. Hilton, L. Wemple, M. Fink, B. Johnson, J. A. Dux. D. Pipkin, P. Towner, C. Merriman, P. Harned, W. Carter. E. Carter, M. Lee, C. Mashek, D. Lacy, K. Richardson, V. Chandler. G. A. A. Freshmen • Sophomore BACK ROW: K. Holcombe. D. D. Meehlachlen. D. White. L. Chavez, C. Akroyd, L. Affeldt. A. Welch, M. Richardson, A. Hilgen- dorf, J. Buchanan, J. Holser, J. Wright, S. Fasnacht. M. Mead. L. Dahl. C. Gamage, K. Wright, F. Losey. A. Wilson. V. Adams. M. Wood. P. Edwards. J. Evers, C. Schwandt. FOURTH ROW: M. Cole. F. Hervell. N. Hodges. C. James. C. Blair, P. Hamilton, D. Pursley, G. Millar. H. Yslas. P. Wall. D. Niel- son, C. Siemens, D. Weir, C. Cabarga, C. Schaffer, P. Bittle, L. Owens, G. Kistler, J. A. Henley, J. Stallard. THIRD ROW: B. Cambis. A. Carey. A. Massari. M. Gwin. J. Wal- lace, N. A. Wilson, J. Godde, J. Bloom, D. Bayless. C. Derr. B. Newman, G. Kirlt. B. Latham, B. Jones. J. Protho. B. Cooper. D. Hanschmidt, G. Dozier, R. M. Chaney. S. Scheppler. SECOND ROW: A. Specht. K. Rhea. G. Kliewer. S. Purcell. S. Sedgwick. M. Townsend. C. McEfee. J. Hankins, J. Lundstrom, M. Spindler, P. Collins, R. Mauldin, F. Blanchard. L. Brashear, L Low- den, P. Wehr, D. Sakaguchi, G. Milligan. F. Ditty. J. Manhart. FRONT ROW: B. Dunivan, J. Nygaard, B. Williams, C. Granger. S. Jones, P. Colo, B. Gibson, D. Munday, P. Seminario. L. Kalpakoff. K. Kelly. B. Nash. 8. La Fleur. D. Moffett. T. Melver. J. Burnett. J. Mumaw, E. Swedlund, F. Turner, S. Young, E. Humphreys. J. Swarts. Page 107 In xp� ri«nc«d fre� hmen take to tho 9am of tpaadball. G. A. A. For action and lots of excitement, Girls' Athletic Association proved to be tops. Initiations! Playdays! Selling at basketball games! Award Assembly! All these things are only a part of the fun of being in G. A. A. Girls strive to earn their first season so they are eligible for membership in this organization. In the event that a girl is voted on a team, is scholastically eligible, and completes a tournament, she has earned a season. One of the most important things of the organization is to create interesting sports of all kinds. Individual year round sports for 1953 has helped to create even greater in- terest. AH these activities are enjoyed because of the leadership of President Faye Breeding and Sponsor Duste Hiltgen. Serving wildly it Alice Cerey. BIG A Just think, nine seasons completed and only one to go 'till I'm in Big A , that's what Willie heard from some of the girls in the P. E. classes. Girls eagerly anticipate when they earn enough seasons to merit the honor of wearing a white sweater with an interlocking A. V. on it and two or three red stripes on the left sleeve. One of the most-looked-forward-to events of the year was the big annual basketball game against the J. C. girls. Also impatient- ly awaited by all, except the initiates, was the merry initiation. The Big A strove to promote the tradi- tion of friendship and sportsmanship. Help- ing to upkeep the ideals were President La Von Etherton and Sponsor Georgiana Mim- mack. Pago 108 cutct iR ec Hp Uti M BIG A BACK ROW: E. MilUr. P. HerscMeg. R. Uyeda, F. Breeding, R. Hankins. L. Etherton, R. Pelton. C. Nielson, 8. Pot� , 0. Allen. J. Peterson. FRONT ROW: P. Truesdell, S. Kerr. B. Comstock. D. Lacy. A. Pitt. P. McGov- ern. M. Judd. E. Kono. P. Kelly. Page 109 ktvexUwn Page 110 'tyietded ‘Sefrne a 'IvuMuta 'tyctcca Sta erd BISHOP AND LUSHER is the place to go whenever you have any electrical work to be done. For the ride of a lifetime, see the new Chevrolet at STARKSEN, the company who furnishes the car for driver's education. Carolyn Granger knows that you can get all the school supplies necessary at DESERT STATIONERS. 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All this is waiting for you at KENNE- DY SIMPKINS paint sup- plies. Janette Wilson and gang stop at BUD AND CARPY'S to gas up for the trip to school. For beautiful green shrubery and flowers need- ed in landscaping your yard, stop in at the PALM- DALE NURSERY. Building a new house? LeA BECKWITH LUMBER supply you with the neces- sary materials. Shoes need re-soling? Roy Rawlings knows he can get fast and dependable service at GENE'S SHOE REPAIR. For that shower gift or little sister's birthday pres- ent. CHUCK CATHY'S YOUTH SHOP has a wide assortment. Judy. Beverly, and Bar- bara are enjoying a cool drink while shopping at LORI'S MARKET where an assortment of various gro- ceries are found. For all of your printing and advertising, AFRICA PRINTERS is the place to go. They do a fine job of printing the sandpaper. Kind and courteous service, in your time of sorrow, will be found at MUMAW'S FUN- ERAL HOME. Eliminating those bugs that are destroy- ing your crops. Let A. V. PEST CONTROL spray them dead. Ready-mixed concrete is on its way to you by just notifying FRANK LANE. He also has a complete line of building materials. Visit HUNTER'S DODGE AND PLY- MOUTH to see and drive the all new Power Packed Ram V8 Dodge and the sharp new Plymouth. For a auick and easy loan. ASSOCIATED FINANCE COMPANY, on the corner of Sierra Highway and Lancaster Boulevard i« the place to go. Planning on building? FORREST LUM- BER CO., Headquarters for Homes. han- dles all the building supplies you need, no matter what they may be. Whether you like your movies indoors or out, there is a screen to suit you. ANTE- LOPE AND JET THEATERS welcome your patronage. A big game coming up and there you sit with a dead T. V. and no radio! Better call C H RADIO for quick and dependahl service. For reliable service in filling all prescrip- tions, cosmetics and special occasion gifts, shop first at WESTCOTT AND PLUMMER The Corner Drug. For the best in refrigeration, be it sales Richard Morgan knows where to obtain or service. ADRIAN HYMEN can handle all the best for less in painting supplies: he goes of your home or business refrigeration needs. to FRONTIER PAINT SUPPLY CO. Country folk know the place to go is HARRIS' STORE for gasoline, groc- eries and a quick snack. Beautify your backyard with a Bar-B-Q built with bricks and material from JAQUA AND SONS. Benny Coats is learning how to make his first mil- lion by following the ad- vise of MOCHEL REALTY. For shopping any hour of the day, any day of the week, it's BILL'S BREAD BASKET. For fashionable, high quality men's wear at rea- sonable prices, patronize DUBOIS SONS. Stella and Marcia found farm fresh fruits and vege- tables at the SPOT MAR- KET. When you say HAMILTON DIAMOND it doesn't only mean jewelry, but also a large variety of sterling for that home. Have any shipping or freight problems? Let DESERT EXPRESS assure you of fast and safe handling of goods. Whether it's a new one you want or an old one to be fixed, it s DIXON RE- FRIGERATOR SALES SERVICE to help you. Perfume, film, drugs, a cool refresher, or no mat- ter what. You'll find them all at PALMDALE PHAR- MACY. When buying a televi- sion at CRAIG T. V., you are sure of having enjoy- able evenings ahead. Craig T. V. is located on Sierra Highway in Palmdale. If your problem is trying to find all those oddities and little nick, nacks, visit the VARIETY STORE in Palmdale. For superior quality mer- chandise in every line, shop at HALL'S VARIETY in Palmdale. ROCHELLE SHOP has smart clothes and accessor- ies of the latest style for high school girls. Mary Pitt is sure of getting high quality meat, cheese, fish and poultry at ANTE- LOPE VALLEY MEAT MARKET. Ward's 5 10 Everything from soup to nuts and even more can be found at WARD'S 5 10. Pot Towner seems to be enjoying the flowers, and so will you when you pur- chase bouquets from A. V. FLORIST. Beverly Gibson knows insurance to cover all your needs con be obtained at FARMERS' INSURANCE on Beech Avenue in Lan- caster. Terry Coddinqton is im- pressed with the perform- ance of one of the tractors that can be seen at FRED ALLEY'S, authorized dealer of New Holland Farm Machinery. Stoooinq in at the TAS- TY SHOP, you see Pot Schuster and Lorraine Tho- mas enjoying an after- school snack. After the ball game or after the show—if it's good food you want—to MAR- TIN'S you'll go! It seems Sharon is plan- ning for the future, and she’s come to the right place for electrical appli- ances. LANCASTER ELEC- TRIC. It's lunch hour at PAX- TON FROSTIE, the Lancas- ter Drive-in, home of the wurstburger and other short order snacks. Do you need irrigation ditches or a new sewer ditch? For ouick dependa- ble work, McGOWAN SWAN is your company. Need a part for your car? Then come to WES- TERN AUTO SUPPLY COMPANY, the store with everything. On Yucca Avenue at CALLAS PRODUCE are crates of fresh fruit and farm produce waiting for you. Arthur likes quick service and good food, and he knows that's what he'll qet when he ores to BETTY AND FRED'S CAFE on Si- erra Highway in Lancaster. If it's a screen door you want or lumber to build a home, reasonable prices are found at HAYWARD LUMBER COMPANY. Feed, groin, ond hoy. o complete diet for oil your stock, con be found ot A. V. HAY GROWERS AS- SOCIATION. For the lotest styles on today’s hoir-dos—come in- to MOCHEL'S BEAUTY SALON and let Mochel style your hoir for you. Lights out? Coll VAL- LEY ELECTRIC for service ond olso opplionces. For thot noon-doy snock. drop in ot the COTTAGE KITCHEN—locoted in the heort of Polmdole. MILTON'S 5 10c store corries o complete line of notions, os well os the best popcorn in town. Household opplionces. voriotions of textile points ond friendly service, are a combination of things found at ENGLUND’S AP- PLIANCES. A quick ond dependable grease job is but one of the many services you get when you drive into FOS- SATI'S UNION OIL. Bob Matay seems well soisfied with the furniture bargains offered by AN- TELOPE FURNITURE COMPANY. DESERT FOOD LOCK- ERS will butcher, cut up, and quick freeze your live- stock. For future use. put that meat in a deep-freeze which may be obtained there. For thot shave and hair- cut that looks extra special, let Ralph Rosas of ROSAS BARBER SHOP do the job. When soiling your clothes think nothing of it. because if wanting depen- dable and economical cleaning, patronize FASH- ION CLEANERS. You say you need new kitchen appliances and would like a new radio and other household need? qo to LANCASTER RA- DIO. FOLEY INSURANCE TOM FOLEY AGENCY has been serving the Valley with protection for life and limb for twenty years. Phone Lancaster 1200 or call at 747 Lancaster Blvd. for all types of in- surance. Need hardware for home, farm, or garden? Stop and shop at SID OS- HEIM HARDWARE in Lan- caster. For the latest in men's fashions, it's RUDSON'S DEPARTMENT STORE on Sierra Highway in Lancas- ter. Stop in at FRANK'S T. V. and take a look at the new Raytheon Television with the single-dial tuning. For friendly automotive service. Richard Turner knows BERT'S SERVICE is the place to go. Join the crowd of satis- fied Ford owners. Drive in- to LANCASTER FORD on Sierra Highway and drive out with a sleek, new '53 Ford. ROBERTSON IMPLE- MENT has the latest in farm equipment. Every- thing a modern farmer needs in the Oliver and Fer- guson lines. THE SKIES AHEAD_________ 195 J is chc Golden Anniversary of Aviation. It was just half a century ago that the Wright Brothers powered box-kite, rising from the sandy dunes at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, made man’s first successful powered flight. Today — 50 years later — we arc crossing only the threshold of the Air Age. We can sec the challenge it presents, the incentive to guide the science of flight constructively forward_toward even greater airliners, planes for everyone to own and fly, aircraft using new and even stronger sources of power and surer guidance, and the miracle of interplanetary space flight. All these things we know we can do now or rather soon. But they arc only the beginning. As we solve each of these problems, the tempting finger of science beckons us forward to show us new fields. The solution of one leads us to challenge and solve another. With a whole new world waiting for us in the mysteries of the air, there is an opportunity for all of us as individuals. There is a new way of life within and beyond this immensity of air and space, and we can be rewarded with her fruits and powers. LOCKHEED AIRCRAFT CORPORATION CALIFORNIA DIVISION—Burbank. B.k.nfi.ld, Bavarly Hills, Palmdale, Van Nuyt. GEORGIA DIVISION—Marietta, Georgia. Launder your clothes the quick and easy way by stopping at the HALF- HOUR LAUNDRY on Beech Street in Lancaster. Does your car need new tires as La Von Etherton's does? BABCOCK AND SONS of Lancaster have a supply of the finest tires, including excellent recaps and retreads. Mr. Fischer, Antelope Valley Buick dealer, shows Pat Hudson what a roaring ride you get in the 1953 model. See it at FISCHER BUICK! Dave is enjoying a re- freshing mug of root beer at MEL'S ROOT BEER on Sierra Highway in Lancas- ter. Suits for all occasions— formal or sports—at just the right price are display- ed at FASHION TAILOR. Darlene McLaurin in- spects one of the many fine types of mirrors at LAN- CASTER GLASS. Auto glass and plexolite for pat- ios at 44957 N Yucca Ave- nue. The new American car with the European look is the 53 Studebaker sold at MILL MOTORS. Roland Brindley looks at a display of smart jew- elry—typical of SANDERS JEWELERS. To look sharp, to feel sharp, to be sharp, try the HOLMES BARBER SHOP Plan to buy the latest in home appliances at the modern, new, KENNE- POHL LANCASTER GAS CO. Latest furniture styles at reasonable prices are found at MARTIN'S DRIVE IN FURNITURE CO. Looking for a new home? Before you buy check with McADAM AGENCY in Palmdale. . . Favorite shopping site of valleyites, isJ. C. PENNY'S for clothing, shoes, mater- ials. and notions. Do you have a savings account? BANK OF AMERICA'S friendly service and cour- teous staff is always ready to help you. -__________ Marcia Gwin knows deluxe cleaning of Growing along with Antelope Valley, is coats, dresses and suits is done at VALET the newly expanded STEVE MARVIN IN- CLEANERS in Palmdale. SURANCE AGENCY. Follow the law to RUPP'S CAFE in Palmdale and get a satisfying meal. All kinds of farm and ranch equipment are avail- able at NEWELL AND CO„ authorized Albers Feed dealers Save time and money, shop at GEORGE’S MAR- KET, for fresh produce, meat and groceries. Good shoe repair jobs and fast service are featur- ed at ROWELL'S SHOE REPAIR. Valley homemakers go to AVENS in Lancaster and Palmdale for the best in furniture values. A visit to JIM'S BAR- BER SHOP is the assurance of a clean cut look. For the best feed your live stock con eat, buy at the FERNANDO MILLING CO. While leaving your car at the WILDA AND GRIFFITH for the best of service, stop next door at the HORN INN for a meal or pause the refreshes. Its smart farming to patronize your LAN- CASTER FEED SUPPLY CO. Purina feed dealer, the store with the checkerboard sign. Need quick dependable, and expert car repair? Take your auto to HILL'S AUTO- MOTIVE SERVICE in Palmdale, open 'till 10:00. A faucet washer or complete plumbing bid for your new home? Either can be ob- tained at WESTERN PLUMBING CO., Palmdale. Vic Ryckebosch personally checks the out- going poultry that is shipped from RYCKE- BOSCH POULTRY ENTERPRISES. If you find yourself in need of building materials look to STANDARD BUILDING WRECKING COMPANY . . . They have the answer to economical building and repair problems with used brick and plumbing and lumber supplies. Antelope Valley’s center for paint lum- ber, and building hardware is DESERT LUM- BER. For a complete plumbing job, all sheet metal products or heating equipment, call A. V. PLUMBING for the best of service. Purchase your sporting equipment at TED HARDY'S SPORTING GOODS, where a plentiful supply of rifles and fishing tackle await you. Fresh dairy products are the specialty at the A. V. DAIRY where you can ob- tain all your dairy needs. Looking for the top hit records? Can't find them anywhere? Your problem will be solved when vou find them at the MUSIC BOX. If you are living in the Roosevelt area or nearby, let the ROOSEVELT STORE supply you with your needed last-minute groceries. Ngg� ®§§ffl55 mm W'm