Auburn High School - Follies Yearbook (Auburn, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1941 volume:

J ITY PUBLIC LIBRARY 833 01793 8462 GENEALOCi 977.202 fiUlF 1941 I J B )J TU {] J] Page 2 ) S IJ i) fl D MJ i) Auburn High School iJ i D 4 Volume 22 Auburn, Indiana Page 3 fi fl 11 7 5 1] 7 S School Board Faculty Senior Class Junior Class Sophomore Class Freshman Class WINTER Junior History Club Senior History Club Hi-Y Girl Reserves Girls ' Athletic Association Home Economics Future Farmers of America SPRING Girls ' Chorus Orchestra Track L Follies Staff Athletic Association i Managers and Cheer Leaders Football Band Junior-Senior Play Special Groups Interscholastic Lettermen Varsity Basketball Second Team Noon League and Interclass Operetta Junior-Senior Banquet Last Day HUMOR AND ADVERTISING Page 4 jjiriiDDiJfirjDj] Lights and shadows. Why have we picked this for our theme? We feel that life is com- posed of these two important factors, and so we incorporated this idea in our year book. Our high school is symbolized by the green signal in the stoplight. The education we have received gives us the right-of-way in the adult world we must become accustomed to living in. Our learning has also taught us that we must know when to obey the caution and the crim- son lights. These lights regulate our living, but we must take the shadows into consider- ation also. When so much of the world is in the dark- ness of war, the youths of other lands have not the freedom of choice for education and train- ing. We must prepare ourselves to help lighten the shadows in their lives and make this a better world in which to live. Page 5 ' r:n LIGHTS AND SHADOWS SiSfe £S . SHfiKP f a begins on September 3 Page 7 Tiagedy at the Freshman Reception . . . What has Dave done now . . . Voting in the fall election . . . Don ' t mark too many strikes, Dot FALL Vacation ended as 345 students turned their faltering footsteps toward the stately portals of A. H. S. Everything seemed the same from the outside, but looks proved to be deceiving, for Mr. Showalter smilingly guarded the front stairs as the students entered. He replaced Mr. Berns as basketball coach of the Auburn Red Devils. After two weeks of gruelling practice on the gridiron, disappointment came to the football team when the Columbia City game was canceled because of infantile paralysis. The freshmen, as innocent as usual, were formally welcomed into our midst September 19, at the Freshman Reception. Another week of practice sufficiently prepared the Auburn eleven to down a stubborn Decatur team by a score of 19-18. Alasl brawn proved superior to brain as Auburn met disaster against the cadets of Howe Military Academy. The score ended at 12-0. Bluffton journeyed 50 miles, only to meet defeat at the hands of our un- sung heroes by a score of 12-6. Auburn lost lady luck on the way to Central of Fort Wayne, for our boys were defeated 33-12. As a warm-up for the Garrett game, Auburn set Hicksville back 19-0. Then came the real victory! With quarterback Ridlen calling first down plays, it was a cinch for the Auburn Red Devils to overwhelm Garrett with a terrific skunking, 31-0. P. S. Auburn ' s third team ended the game. June Mad, a comedy in three acts, was presented by the Junior and Senior classes October 31 and November 1. The story centered around the Page 8 Treats at the Reception . . . Hungry football fans at the Juniors ' stand . . . Mary giving out first day slips . . . Safety in numbers, Roy FALL lives of Penny Wood and Chuck Harris, portrayed by Lois Mains and Ronald Pfister. Auburn successfully opened the basketball season by defeating Ashley, 60-33, in the first home game. Four notables, namely Mr. Robert Schooley, Mr. Frank Weathers, Mr. Fred Quance, and Mr. Harry Kreider entertained the P.-T. A. on November 12 with a very interesting discussion, entitled, Should Military Training Be Compul- sory. College aspirants from various parts of the county assembled at the Alumni Gym on November 14 to discuss plans with representatives from nearby schools of higher learning. Open house on November 14 afforded parents an opportunity to view the scholastic efforts of the students of A. H. S. Once more Auburn came out on the long end of the score at Butler, down- ing them 23-19. Auburn suffered its first setback of the season when downed by Bluffton 32-27. Students reluctantly resumed their studies after a four-day rest during Thanksgiving vacation. Mystery filled the air as a magician displayed his tricks of magic to the student body. This was the first convocation of the year. Auburn then broke back into the winning column by conquering the Leo Lions, 49-36. Page 9 D. Haggarty Supt, H L. McKenney Dr. E, O, Hall B. O. Snepp SCHOOL BOARD The school board of Auburn High School is composed of outstanding and well-known citizens of our city. These men have been chosen because they have all the necessary qualifications, business, educational, and moral knowledge. We feel we are lucky to have such men to organize our schools. Mr. B. O. Snepp, president, has served on our school board for the past six years, and if he continues his fine work, we are sure this will not be his last. He has held executive offices and therefore is able to apply his knowledge to the business matters of the school. Dr. E. O. Hall, secretary, has only two years of service to his credit, but in these, he has done his part in making our schools some of the best in the state. Mr. H. L. McKenney, the executive officer and superintendent of the Auburn City Schools, has fulfilled the duties of his office well. His eighteen years in this position are proof of that. Mr. J. D. Haggarty, treasurer, has just finished his first year as a school board member. His work in banking has qualified him for his present position in this organization. The work of the board consists of making up the school budget and keep- ing our schools within the laws of the state. This they have done without the slightest complaint, and so we feel we owe them recognition and thanks. Page 10 Miss Sellers Mr. Showalter Mr Miller Mr. Wilcox Mr. Vv ' eathers Miss Brandon FACULTY SOCIAL SCIENCE AND FINE ARTS MR. LLOYD MILLER A. B., A. M. — Principal and Social Science University of Michigan MR. FRANK WEATHERS A. B — Social Science DePauw University Muncie Normal University of Chicago Indiana University MISS MARY BRANDON B. M. — Music DePauw University Northwestern University MR. KEITH SHOWALTER A. B, — Social Science Ball State Teachers ' College MISS LYDIA SELLERS B. S.— Art Chicago Art Institute Applied Art School, Chicago Butler University John Herron Art Institute MR. PRES WILCOX Band and Orchestra Manchester College ADMINISTRATION We welcomed another new faculty member this year into our school system. Mr. Keith Showalter came to us from Chester Center as our basketball coach and history teacher. He took the place of Mr. Herman Berns. Because of the number of students attending classes, a home room system has been organized to do away with as much confusion as possible. All pupils go at once to their first period classes when the bell rings at 8:30. Their home room teacher then reads the announcements from the mimeo- graphed bulletins. Clubs and classes have their meetings until 8:45. Each period lasts for 57 minutes; thus the students have three minutes in which to pass to and from their classes. The morning session ends at 11:45. The afternoon school hours begin at 1:00 and continue until 4:00. Page 11 ADMINISTRATION When someone spies the mailman bringing a metal box into Mr. Miller ' s office, the word is quickly spread that there is to be another motion picture. This is joyful news because these assembly programs break the sameness of our everyday school life. We not only have talking pictures, but we also have outside speakers and entertainers. The speakers this year have been exceptionally interesting. Mrs. Alhoa Baker, the most traveled lady in the world, and Captain McDormett, who gave us an instructive talk on airplanes, were two of the speakers we enjoyed greatly. Students also have a part in school assemblies. Pep sessions are av aited with baited breath, for it is during these half hours that the students can really raise the roof. The yells are led by a student trio although some of our faculty members can ' t resist showing us how it should be done. FACULTY SCIENCE AND LANGUAGES MR. DONALD COAR A. B-, M. S. — Mathematics Indiana University University of Wisconsin MISS MAUDE ARMSTRONG A. B-— English Michigan State Normal College Syracuse University MISS GLADYS DUGUID A. B- — English and French Indiana University University of Michigan University of Wisconsin Columbia University Ball State Teachers ' College MR. ROBERT SCHOOLEY A. B., A. M,— Science University of Marseilles, France Indiana State Normal Indiana University MR. KENNETH ETTNER A. B. — Speech and English Elgin Junior College North Central College Northwestern University Indiana University MISS CAROL DAWSON A. B. — Senior English and Latin Tri-State College Indiana University University of Chicago University of Southern California Mr. Coar Miss Dav son Mr. Schooley Miss Duguid Mr. Ettner Miss Armstrong Page 12 ADMINISTRATION The Parent-Teacher Association is always very active in school matters. If it v reren ' t for it, we would not hove our last-day picnic at Hamilton Lake. This year it gave much needed help to the Student Aid as in the past. This organization also sponsored two dances during the school months. These dances have been made possible only in the past fev;- years, and the students are very grateful to the P.-T. A. for their support and cooperation. The Founders ' Day party was enjoyed by high school members as well as by the fathers and mothers belonging to the organization. The officers in charge of the association this year were: Mrs. Hardy Myers, president; Mrs. Charles Smith, first vice-president; Mr. Lloyd Miller, second vice-president; Mrs. Harry Kreider, secretary; Mrs. Maynard Timbrook, treasurer. FACULTY VOCATIONAL SUBIECTS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION MISS WILMA DUFF A. B. — Physical Education Ball State Teachers ' College University ot Wisconsin University of Tennessee MR. CECIL YOUNG A. B., M. S. — Physical Education University of Wisconsin DePauw University University of Illinois University of Michigan Indiana University MR. ISAAC COSPER Manual Training Tri-State College Purdue University University of Wisconsin c Indiana University MISS EUNICE STEINKE B. S. — Home Economics Ball State Teachers ' College Purdue MISS OPAL DeLANCEY A. B. — Commercial Ball State Teachers ' College University ot Chicago MR. CHARLES HORNADAY B. S. A. — Agriculture and Science Purdue University Indiana University MR. CLYDE GUMPP B. S. — Commercial Manchester College Indiana University Drake University Mr. Hornadoy, Mr. Gumpp, Miss DeLancey, Mr. Young, Miss Steinke, Mr. Cosper, Miss Duff Page 13 ANN ALEXANDER HENRY FORD FERNE ELIZABETH GRIPE BETTY LOU SCHOOLEY HONOR GROUP ANN ALEXANDER A. H S 1-2-3-4; A. A, A, 1-2-3-4, Secretary 4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4, State Reporter 2-3-4, Secretary 3, President 4; Glee Club 1-2-3-4, Librarian 2-3, President 3; Girl Reserves 2; History Club 3; Operetta 2-3; Jr-Sr. Play 4; Interscholastic GrouD 1-2; Honor Group 1-2-3-4; Bank Cashier 4; Annual Staff 4; Commercial Group 3-4. Call her Annie but smile when you say that. This green-eyed blonde of the goddess trio is known for her faithful chariot, Camille, and her famous size 18 gymsuit. FERNE ELIZABETH GRIPE A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Secretary 2, Treas- urer 3; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4, Treasurer 3; Glee Club 1-2-3-4, Librarian 3; Girl Reserves 2-3-4; History Club 3; Oper- etta 2-3; Jr.-Sr. Play 3-4; Interscholastic Group 1-2-3; Honor Group 1-2-3-4; Commer- cial Group 3; Bank Cashier 4; Drum Major- ette 3; Annual Staff 4. Fernie is really versatile. Schol- arship, dramatics, art, music, ath- letics — name it and she can do it. As if that weren ' t enough, she ' s one of the most attractive girls in school. HENRY FORD A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class President 3; A. A. A. 3-4; Honor Goup 1-2-3-4; Operetta 2-3; Boys ' Chorus 1-2; Major Annual Staff 4, Minor Staff 3; History Club 3-4; Hi-Y 3-4; Bank Cashier 2-3. Hank ' s scholastic record is un- surpassed. He has made friends just as easily as he ' s made A ' s. His An- nual work has been tops along with the various positions assigned to him. BETTY LOU SGHOOLEY A, H. S 1-2-3-4; Class Treasurer 3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G, A. A, 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Girl Reserves 3; History Club 3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4; Honor Group 1-2-3-4; Interscholastic Group 1-2-3-4. Betty Lou has done her sh are in class activities as well as in many outside organizations. She has kept our class treasury in order for two years. Page 14 EUGENE GRUBB BETTY LOU SCHOOLEY ROY CARLSON LAWRENCE BOGER SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS BETTY LOU SCHOOLEY A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Treasurer 3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Girl Reserves 3; History Club 3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4; Honor Group 1-2-3-4; Interscholastic Group 1-2-3-4. Being the best student doesn ' t take all Betty ' s time. She ' s a faithful G.A.A.er, makes scrapbooks as a hobby, and sees plenty of movies for recreation. EUGENE GRUBB A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class President 4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Track 2-3; Letterman Club 2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Class League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Hi-Y 3-4, Treas- urer 4; Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4. Gene has had the honor and distinction of being our Senior Class president and we are all proud of his work. He also excels in the mu- sical and athletic departments. LAWRENCE BOGER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Officer 1-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Track 3-4; Letterman Club 3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Class League 1-2-3-4; Interscholastic Group 1-2-3-4; Oper- etta 1-2-3; Jr.-Sr. Play 4; Boys ' Chorus 1-2-3; Minor Annual Staff 4; Hi-Y 4; F. F. A. 1-2-3-4, Officer 4; Bank Cashier 2-3. When you speak of a sheik, you refer to Lawrence. He made a de- cided hit as an actor in the play, June Mad, and as an agricultural 4-H prize winner. ROY CARLSON A, H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Officer 4; A. A. A, 1-2-3-4; Football 3-4; Letterman Club 3-4; Noon Leaaue Basketball 1-2; Class League Rasketboll 3-4; Ooeretta 2; Maior Annual Staff 4; History Club 3. Officer 3; Hi-Y 3-4, President 4; Band 1-2-3; Orchestra 2. Likeable ' Fuzz not only excelled in scholastic honors, but in athletics too. He was one of the seven iron men in the line of Auburn High ' s conference-winninq football team, and a tough class league player. Page 15 HOMER ABEL A, H. S. 1-2-3-4; F. F. A. 1-2-3-4; Band 1-2-3-4. Although Homer has been on the quiet and bashful side, he ' s made himself known both in band and agriculture work. He gets along very well with the freshmen. JACKSON ALBRIGHT A. H, S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Class League 1-2-3-4; History Club 3; Band 1-2-3-4. Jack may be small but he takes his toll right along with the big boys. He has been especially active in band, and his noon league prowess was well known. H ELEN BARLEY A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; G. A A. 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3; History Club 3; Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3; School Paper 4. Helen is one of our smaller and peppier class members . . . She likes blue Fords and china dogs, but she has a decided aversion to hair oil. ARTHUR BAUGHMAN A H S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; History Club 3-4. Art has been an all-around good fellow, and he is known for his swell sense of humor. One of his main interests is History Club. SENIORS ROBERT BEARD A. H S. 1-2-3-4 A. A A. 3-4; Hi-Y 4; History Club 3; Band 1-2-3. Bob made his debut into Auburn High as a small, bashful freshie, but in the last three years he has burst forward and made himself known. He always made himself heard in band. BETTY BEBER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Girls ' Chorus 1-3; Girl Reserves 2-3; History Club 3-4, Treasurer 3; Intercholastic Group 1-2. If a giggle can be engaging, Betty ' s is that. Her ability in commer- cial subjects is nothing to laugh at, however . . . Could it be that more than a sister attracts her to Wolcottville? PAUL BENDER A. H. S. 4; Noon League Basketball 4. Although a newcomer, Paul has been received very favorably by the student body. His main interest centers around physical education. He has been a hard playing noon leaguer. AUDREY BLICKENSTAFF A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 4; Home Economics Club 4; Glee Club 2-3; Girl Reserves 3; History Club 3-4. ' Blick rates high as an athlete. She is probably known for her prowess as a basketball forward and as pitcher (?) on a summer Softball team. Her interest in St. Joe concerns an entirely different sport — . Page 16 ALICE BOGER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; G. A, A, 4; Home Economics Club 1-2; Glee Club 1-2-3; History Club 3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4. Alice has what is known as a wide acquaintance — and with very eligible people. Her pleasing personality has made her a popular date . . . She is an enthusiastic roller skater and an adept one. MARJORIE BOREN A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A, 2-3-4; G. A. A. 4; Glee Club 3; History Club 3-4; Interscholastic Group 1. Talk about clothesl Those originals designed, made, and worn by Marge leave the girls emerald-eyed with envy. Her creations appear to an advantage in her favorite pastimes, roller-skating and dancing, GEORGE BRODERICK A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A, A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football 4; Basketball 4; Lelterman Club 4; Ir.-Sr. Play 4; History Club 3; Hi-Y 3-4, Officer 4; Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4. As another one of the blushing type, George became very popular. He not only holds up his end of the athletic activities, but excels in the music department. He happened to be the first to lose his silver football. JUDITH BUCHANAN A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3; G. R. District Conference President 3; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4, President 4; History Club 3; Operetta 1-2-3; Jr.-Sr. Play 3, Student Director 4; Bank Cashier 2-3; Drum Majorette 3; Junior Editor 3; Editor-in-chief 4. A joking friend once baptized her with a bottle of cologne, and the nickname Stinky has lingered ever since. Her nimble fingers are equally adept at art and wielding the editor ' s pen ... By far our best representative at college dances. SENIORS ROY CARLSON A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Officer 4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football 3-4; Letterman Club 3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2; Class League Basketball 3-4; Oper- etta 2; Major Annual Staff 4; History Club 3, Officer 3; Hi-Y 3-4, Presi- dent 4; Band 1-2-3; Orchestra 2. Being Hi-Y president for two semesters has been quite a job, but Roy has handled it easily and found time for many other activities. WAVA CARPER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 3-4; Home Economics Club 1-2-3-4; Girl Re- serves 3. Wava ' s a rather quiet girl with a simple dignity and a shy smile . . . She has been active in home economics work. RAYMOND CLOSE A. H. S- 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football Manager 4; Letterman Club 4; Operetta 1-2-3; Jr-Sr. Play 4; Boys ' Chorus 2-3; History Club 3-4; Bank Cashier 1-4; Orchestra 1. Ray carried on a quiet life during his four-year stay in A. H. S. He is well liked by all and his services as football manager were unsur- passed. He portrayed his operetta roles with fine singing ability. PHILIP COOL A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 2-3-4; Class League 4; Major Annual Staff 4; History Club 3-4; Hi-Y Club 4. Phil ' s quiet personality won him many friends. His companion has been Noel Muhn, and between these two, the school witnessed a merry madcap of fun and friendship. Page 17 JAMES DAWSON A, H. S, 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3; Class League 3; Operetta 3, Manager; Minor Annual Staff 4; History Club 3-4, Vice President 4; Hi-Y Club 4. Inside of Jim beats a heart of gold, and there has been no favor too great for him to perform for one. His jovial spirit lightened up the class- rooms and the students therein. He has been one of the History Club ' s mainstems and a loyal Hi-Y member, THERON DOSCH A, H S, 1-2-3-4; A. A. A, 4; Noon League Basketball 2-3-4; History Club 3-4, ■ Rudy has been a strong backer at all the basketball games and has had a team of his own in noon league. He has taken a great interest in Mr, Weathers ' History Club. ROBERT ECKHART A H, S. 1-2-3-4; Class Officer 3; A. A. A, 1-2-3-4; Football 3-4; Basketball 4; Track 3-4; Letterman Club 3-4; Noon League Basketball 1; Class League 1; Hi-Y 2-3-4, Officer 3. We shall call this person a modern Romeo for he majored in girls. Bob is G three-letterman as he excelled in all sports. His pleasing and comfortable personality secures him a place at the top of the list of the well liked boys. MEGAN FARNHAM A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G A. A. 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4; History Club 3-4; Operetta 1-2-3; Ir.-Sr. Play 3-4; Librarian 4. Gentlemen, if you prefer blondes, here ' s one of the prettiest fair-haired misses in school. And in her case it ' s beauty with brains. Dramatics are her first love. SENIORS DONALD FOLK A. H. S 1-2-3-4; A, A. A. 1-2-3-4; Track 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Class League 1-2-3-4, Minor Annual Staff 4; History Club 3-4; Hi-Y 3-4, Officer 4. Don has been a swell companion of all during these past four years. He has v ell represented the class in intramural basketball, and his ability with a camera shows up brightly in this year book. ERNEST FOLTZ A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Officer 1; A, A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football 3-4; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Track 3; Letterman Club 2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1; History Club 3-4; Hi-Y Club 2-3-4, Vice President 4. As another one of the muscle men, Ernie has won himself fame and friends. He not only held his own in athletics but also in many other activities. He has coached the Senior Class team through a very suc- cessful season. NORMA GALLIHER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A, A. A. 2-3-4; G, A. A. 2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4, History Club 3-4: Interscholastic Group 2-3; Bank Cashier 2. Norma is one ol the skillful needle-wielders. Her other handworks, cartoons, were a great demand for civics and economics classes. She ' s nimble-footed loo with a fondness for new dance steps. ROBERT CARMAN A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Vice President 2; Track 2-3; Letterman Club 2-3-4; Noon League 1-2; History Club 4; Hi-Y 3-4. Pap ' s Gildersleeve giggle has sounded many times through the halls and classrooms mingled in harmony with Eck ' s two-bits. His track work has been fine as has his spirit and effort in school. A, A. A. 1-2-3-4; Basketball 4; League Basketball 1-2; Class Page 18 BETTIE GROGG A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3; History Club 3-4, Librarian 3. Bettie is one of our clever seamstresses. She is equally nimble- fingered at the keyboard, as piano is one of her favorite pastimes. EUGENE GRUBB A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class President 4; A. A. A, 1-2-3-4; Track 2-3; Letterman Club 2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Class League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Hi-Y 3-4, Treasurer 4; Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4. With Gene ' s various talents and ambition, he has made a name for himself in high school. We are sure he wfill continue his good work in years to come. HELEN HAWVER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A, A. 1-2-3; Home Economics Club 1-2; Glee Club 1-2-3. Helen is our most feminine girl. Dainty and sweet, she is solt-spoken — except at basketball games for which she shares friend Mildred ' s enthusiasm. DERRILL HEFTY A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Track 3-4; Noon League Basketball 4; Class League Basketball 4; History Club 3-4; Hi-Y Club 4. Derrill is another one of our track-men and a good one at that. He has been a lively student and an active member of History Club. SENIORS JEANNE HIDY A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Girls ' Chorus 2-3-4; History Club 3-4, Librarian 3; Bank Cashier 3; Yell Leader 3; School Paper 4. It ' s a long way from a rhumba to a psychology book, but Jeanne manages to bridge the gap neatly — in spite of her blonde locks looking anything but Cuban, and her dimples belying seriousness. EUGENE JOHNSON A. H. S. 3-4; A. A. A. 3-4; Football 4; Operetta 3; Minor Annual Staff 4; Hi-Y Club 3-4; Band 3-4. Gene made up for lost time during his two years with us and yet found adequate time to win a wide circle of friends and pals. MILDRED JOHNSON A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2; Home Economics Club 4; Glee Club 1-2-3; Girl Reserves 4; History Club 3-4. What will the cheering section do without Milly? She has been one oi our most enthusiastic rooters. Blonde and vivacious, she is one of the best dressed girls in the class. RICHARD KING A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 2; Operetta 2; Major Annual Staff 4; History Club 3; Hi-Y 3-4. The job of advertising manager has been well filled this year by none other than Dick. When there was work to be done in any of his activities, he seemed always to be there doing his share. Page 19 MELVIN KNISELY A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football 4; Track 1-2-3-4; Letterman Club 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Hi-Y Club 4 Mel ' s line track work has been recognized by all — and he was one of Zeke ' s right hand men. His work in football earned him a silver football award, GERALD KRAUS A, H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A, 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-3-4; Class League Basketball 4; Jr-Sr Play 4; History Club 3-4; Band 1-2-3-4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4, Jerry has been a little on the slow side during his four year enroll- ment, but he surely has gone to town in band and orchestra. He led his noon-league team into many hard-fought battles. THYRA LAWHEAD A. H, S, 1-2-3-4; A, A, A, 1-2-3-4; History Club 3-4; Secretary 4; Orchestra 1-2-3-4; Annual Staff 4; School Paper 4. Thyra is rather shy, but it hasn ' t affected her popularity , , , She ' s taken an active interest in History Club as secretary and as its reporter to the school paper, MARJORIE McCLELLAN A, H, S, 1-2-3-4; A, A, A, 2-3-4; Home Economics Club 1-2-3-4; History Club 3-4; Annual Staff 4, Marge devotes much time to studies and to History Club, Interests outside school include piano playing, 4-H, and one of our alumni. SENIORS DENNIS McDARBY A, H, S. 1-2-3-4; Secretary 4; A, A. A. 1-2-3-4, President 4; Football 1-2-3-4; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Track 1-3-4; Letterman Club 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1; Class League 1; Hi-Y 2-3-4. Mic broke the well known saying that brains and brawn don ' t come together. His high athletic ability in all sports was well matched by his originality and popularity. He will be long remembered in Auburn High School. LOIS RUTH MAINS A, H, S 1-2-3-4; A, A, A, 1-2-3-4; G. A. A 1-2-3-4, Secretary 2; Glee Club 1-2-3; Girl Reserves 2; History Club 3, Secretary 3; Operetta 2-3; Jr.-Sr. Play 3-4; Honor Group 1; Bank Cashier 1-4; Annual Staff 4. Teasingly called Barrel by her friends, she far from resembles one when tripping the light fantastic. Our best dancer also was one of the few to merit leads in both Junior-Senior plays. ROBERT MAXWELL A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1; History Club 3-4, President 3-4; Hi-Y 3-4; Band 1-2-3-4. When you speak of happiness, you think of Smiley. His jovial spirit and hearty laug ' n has v on over all. He ' s been president of the History Club two straight years and is very talented on the drums. HILDAMAE MITCHENER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4, Vice President 3; Glee Club 1-2-3; Girl Reserves 2-3-4; History Club 3; Operetta 2-3; Annual Staff 4. If we had a medal for sincerity, it would certainly go to Tilda. She takes a friendly interest in everything without being a pry. Her ability in athletics is well-known, but did you know she is also an accom- plished home-maker? Page 20 NOEL MUHN A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; President 2; A. A. A. 3; Noon League Basketball 1-2-3-4; Class League 1-2-3-4; Jr.-Sr. Play 4; History Club 3-4; F. F. A. 2. Noel ' s wavy locks have been the envy of both the boys and girls. He graced the public speaking class v ith his deep voice and was a leading member of the F. F ' , A. ARTHUR MUZZILLO A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Class Officer 1; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football 4; Basketball 3-4; Letterman Club 3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2; Class League 1-2; History Club 3-4; Hi-Y 2-3-4. Big Art might have been slow, but his long shots were dead to the marie. He ' s been an active member both in Hi-Y and in History Club. RALPH MUZZILLO A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Letterman Club 4; Noon League Basketball 1-2; Class League 1-2; History Club 3-4; Hi-Y 3-4. Halle was the smaller of the two Muzzy ' s. He has been a main- stay of our basketball team with his smooth playing and guarding ability. GRETCHEN MYLES A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3; Girl Reserves 2-3; History Club 3-4; Pianist 3-4; Operetta 2-3; Librarian 3. If you value your life, don ' t call her Red. That nickname and pipes are her pet peeves. Gretchen ' s clever remarks have provided many a laugh, and many a song has been improved by her smooth piano accompaniment. SENIORS GEORGE RENNER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football 3-4; Letterman Club 3-4; Noon League 1-2-3; Operetta 3; History Club 4; Hi-Y Club 3-4; F. F. A. 2-3-4. If it ' s a he-man you want, just look up George. His eyes gave away many a plot of devilment. He played on the forward wall of our gridiron team and carried his part of the work. REBECCA RENNER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Home Economics Club 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4; History Club 3-4. Beccy is one of our veteran candy girls. She ' s always been jolly in spite of the trials of making change for wild basketball fans . . . Swim- ming is her favorite among sports. RICHARD RIDLEN A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Football 4; Track 3; Noon League Bas- ketball 1-2-3-4; Class League 1-2-3-4; Letterman Club 3-4; Yell Leader 3-4; Ir-Sr. Play 3-4; Minor Annual Staff 4; History Club 3; Hi-Y Club 2-3-4. Duke has had a chance to exercise his voice in his yell lead ing as well as in the Jr.-Sr. plays. Just give him a drum to beat and he is happy. RICHARD RUCHEL A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2; History Club 3. Ruck ' s giggle has been heard floating from many classrooms and has encouraged the same expressions from his fellow students. Page 21 ROBERT RINK A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 2-4. Bob didn ' t participate in extra activities but he ' s been a real worker. It can be noticed that he ' s Mr. Miller ' s right hand man. BETTY SCHAAB A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3; Girl Reserves 2-3-4; History Club 3-4; Operetta 2-3; Bank Cashier 1. Many a dull civics class has been brightened by Betty ' s laugh. She ' s serious about clothes, likes to design them, and has a collection of sweaters worthy of envy. PAUL SCHOCK A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A A. A. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 1-2-4; Class League 4; History Club 4; F. F. A. 1-2-3-4. As another of our six footers, Paul has really made a showing in agri- culture and 4-H. If you want to see a real blush, just tease Bessie. WANDA SEAVER3 A. H S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3; Girl Reserves 2-3; History Club 3, Librarian 2. This petite senior is always on the go. She ' s noted for her party- giving, and like all good hostesses, she is interested in seeing that everyone has fun. SENIORS DORIS SHARP A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2; Annual Staff 4 Named by the school paper as The Most Bashful Girl never be bashful about her artistic ability to this Annual. Doris should Her talent has been a boon BARBARA SHORT A. H S. 1-2-3-4; Class Treasurer 1; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4; History Club 3; Orchestra 1-2; Glee Club 2-3; Jr.-Sr. Play 3-4; Operetta 2-3; Bank Cashier 2-3-4; Annual Staff 4. Babs is a bratl At least that ' s what her dramatic roles would have you believe. Off-stage she ' s a fun-loving person with a taste for good clothes and a knack for writing poetry. BETTY SHUTT A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 2-3-4; G. A. A. 3; Home Economics Club 1-2-3-4, Secretary 4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4. Betty is an interested home economics student, but her talents aren ' t limited to domestic matters. She plays shortstop on a summer Softball team and looks very cute in her uniform too. CHESTER SMITH A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 3-4; Minor Annual Staff 4. Chester has shown our class another swell scholastic record. His two partners and he set a fast pace in physics. Page 22 JOAN SMITH A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Home Economics Club 4; Girl Reserves 4. We hate to use a hackneyed word like sv ' eet, but it describes Joan ' s disposition perfectly. She is one of those rare people who can say something pleasant about anyone — and be sincere . . . One of our better athletes, she was named Most Athletic Girl by the school paper. LILLIAN SOUDER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Home Economics Club 4. Lilly stands out in a crowd because of her beautiful red hair. Persistent teasers provoke the temper that goes with it, but her disposition is usually sunny. She has been very active in Home Economics. IRIS SWAIN A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 2; Home Economics Club 2-3-4, Secretary-Treas- urer 3, President 4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4; History Club 3-4; Bank Cashier 1. This dimpled Home Ec Club president likes dancing and basketball for relaxation ... Is it car trouble that leads her to a local garage? Good-looking trouble. Iris. MARY ALICE SWARTZ A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 1-2-3-4; G. A. A. 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Girl Reserves 2-3-4, Treasurer 3; History Club 3; Bank Cashier 3-4; Annual Staff 4; Orchestra 1-2; Jr.-Sr. Play 3; Operetta 2-3. A red haired cut-up with a gift for comedy, her imitations are almost too realistic — for instance, the Hunchback of Notre Dame. We ' d rather see your dimples. Skip. SENIORS ll] l ' it JUNE WARSTLER A. H. S 1-2-3-4; Chorus 1-4; Glee Club 2-3; Home Economics Club 3-4; History Club 3-4; Operetta 2-3; Girl Reserves 3-4. What will the altos do without June to keep them on key next year, and won ' t they miss her mellow voice? Here is one girl who harmonizes with her classmates as well as she does in music. RUTH WARSTLER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; A. A. A. 4; Home Economics Club 1-2-3-4; Girl Reserves 3. You ' ll call Ruth the quiet type unless you ' ve heard her in home economics class. She sings with her brother, likes dancing, basketball, and baseball. JOYCE WELLER A. H. S. 4; A. A. A. 4; History Club 4; School Paper 4. Joyce was a newcomer this year, but it seems as though we ' ve always known her. That ' s due to her friendliness and the interest she ' s shown in school affairs. She ha5 done her bit for another newcomer, the school paper. HOWARD WERNER A. H. S. 1-2-3-4; Noon League Basketball 2-4; Minor Annual Staff 4; F. F. A. 2-3-4. Howard ' s F. F. A. work should prove very valuable to him in his future years on the farm.; he really enjoyed that subject. He also can play the Hawaiian guitar. Page 23 Senior adviser and Mrs. McDonald . . . Advice to the lovelorn, eh, Ettner . . . Let ' s dream this one out . . . Muzz, Marge, and Alice m assembly THE BLUE AND GOLD Four years lie behind them — four years that seemed long to the usual green freshmen, but, to wiser seniors looking back, they were all too short. For many of them the familiar pattern of school life is over. Into the world goes this senior class. Will they soon fade into oblivion? No, you can ' t forget Gulliver McDarby — or Broderick, Eckhart, Foltz, Gar- man, the Muzzillo ' s, Renner, Ridlen, or Grubb, who won many a victory for A. H. S. And you ' ll remember those G. A. A. seniors who won highest awards — Betty Schooley, Feme Gripe, Mary Alice Swartz, Hilda Mitchner, and Ann A lexander.  For all this brawn there has been equal brain. Executive thought came from Gene Grubb, president; Roy Carlson, vice president; Lawrence Boger, secretary; and Betty Schooley, treasurer. There was the four year Honor Group — Betty Schooley, Feme Gripe, Henry Ford, and Ann Alexander. Mr. Page 24 This one looks like it ' s posed . . measured for caps and gowns On the bus to Indianapolis . . . Getting . . This one wasn ' t posed, was it, Close THE BLUE AND GOLD Clyde Gumpp, class adviser, was supported by Mrs V. E. Buchanan and Mrs. Lloyd Eckhart as class mothers. Many of the seniors were active on the Annual staff which was led by the editor, Judy Buchanan, and the associate editor, Roy Carlson. Every organization was capably guided by a senior president: the Senior History Club by Bob Maxwell, Girl Reserves by Judy Buchanan, G. A. A. by Ann Alexander, Home Economics by Iris Swain, Hi-Y by Roy Carlson, F. F. A. by Lawrence Roger, and Lettermen ' s Club by Bob Eckhart. Dramatics were highlighted by Lois Mains, Megan Farnham, Barbara Short, Feme Cripe, and Richard Ridlen, who were supported backstage by Mary Alice Swartz, Raymond Close, Judy Buchanan, and Norma Galliher, acting as the chairmen of various committees. Exit the class of ' 41, but they leave a host of memories behind them — many lights — few shadows. Page 25 Edna Albright Class Officers Gene Wiley Gloria Davis Patricia Kain Harry Kreider Charles Armstrong Phyllis Armstrong Clarissa Balzer Charles Beaty Robert Beaty Rose Marie Berry Robert Brown Helen Buchs Eugene Butler Jay Buttermore Betty Carper Leonard Clark Wesley Clark Betty Conner Robert Cool Mary Corkwell June Cupp Paul Daub Helen Dicks Eloise Dilgard James Fitch Gale Gafken Ruth Graham Alva Grogg Lucille Grogg JUNIORS Virginia Grubb Max Heffley Marjorie Hersh Leon Hess Robert Hofferman Edwin Hornaday Mabel Humbert Phyllis Hutzler Keith Jackman Betty Jean Kyser Earl Keller Bernard Kelly Page 26 Jerry Kelly Honor Group Mark Casebeer Harry Kreider Beverly Gonser Kenneth Shull Dwight Kintner Warren Lige Maysa Link David McClintock Robert McCuUough William McComb Betty McNabb Mary Jane Mark Imogene Mavis Joan Miller Louise Miller Ruth Mitchner Joan Myers Jane Niles Ronald Pfister Robert Quance Josephine Ramsey Francis Rodebaugh George Rogers Ruthanne Russell Nona Rose Rutherford William Scott Jane Seigel Virginia Shambaugh Maurice Shanton JUNIORS Bertha Shoudel Gordon Smith Mary Ellen Smith Warren Smith Dorsey Speer Hubert Stackhouse Dorsey Stebing Ray Steward Thelmo Tallen Robert Wise Ted Wolf Nancy Woodbury Page 27 . I JUNIORS This year the Jolly Juniors shared equally the roll of upper classmen with the Seniors. They upheld the spirit of the school in all the branches of activities, curricular and extra-curricular alike. They chose Gene Wiley as president; Gloria Davis, vice president; Patricia Kain, secretary; and Harry Kreider as treasurer. Their guiding light in all of their class matters was the capable F. W. Weathers. Mrs. W. C. Hersh and Mrs. R. S. Wiley were voted the class mothers. The field of sports was well shared by their athletic members. The hard- wood court saw Bill McComb, Bill Scott, Paul Daub, Mark Casebeer, Leon Hess, Ronald Pfister, and Bob Brown in action. These boys will undoubtedly form the core of the varsity squad next year. Flip, Hop and Jump (Russ) . . . . Junior adviser, Weathers . We must concentrate, mustn ' t we . Mary and Bob preparing for study Page 28 JUNIORS Bill McComb, Paul Daub, Gale Gafken, Bob Wise, Bob Brown, Harry Kreider, Robert Quance, and Bernard Kelly served the gridiron sport during the season. These boys, plus Bill Scott, should form a formidable squad next fall. The active G. A. A. girls are June Cupp, Gloria Davis, Helen Dicks, Eloise Dilgard, Betty McNabb, Ruth Mitchner, Thelma Tallen, Beverly Gonser, Patricia Kain, and Ruthann Russell. They also showed a great deal of intelligence along with their endurance. The Junior honor roll included Mark Casebeer, Harry Kreider, Beverly Gonser, and Kenneth ShuU. Here ' s wishing the Maroon and Gold lots of luck in their coming Senior year. Quance looks relieved . . . Chemists Kintner Shanton — and with a Senior, too d Clark . . . Kelly looks worried Page 29 Betty Armstrong Class Officers Robert Kleemon David Hines Jean Folk Sue Douglas Eleanor Bartles Maynard Baughman Junior Beuchel June Bowman Renio Branson Francis Brantlinger Irene Brown Doris Carmer Dwight Carnahan James Carr Marilyn Gary Wendell Cooper Jean Cox Derrel Crooks Dorothy Davidson William Deetz Jack Douglas Ruth Emerson John Foley John Frain Fred Goings Eloise Grogg Cleo Hamman Marilyn Haynes SOPHOMORES Robert Hendricks George Hidy Mariila Hines Mary Belle Hodson Robert Houser Carroll Honess Roger Kain Evelyn Knisely Betty Kraus Donald Kreamelmeyer Colleen Lawhead Laureen Lawhead Erma McCullough Kathryn Mclnnis Harold Mclnturf John Mason Page 30 Eleanor Miller Honor Group Estel Smith Wendell Weathers Betty Brown Mary Fretz Leaner Miller Patricia Mitchell Helen Moody Jean Musser William Myers Helen Northouse Robert Nugen Gloria Openlander Louis Palumbo Betty Penland James Pendland Wilbur Pfierman Patricia Phelps Ray Quance Lois Reeder Marjorie Rice Richard Rieke Jane Ridenour Raymond Rothhaar Gerald Rouch Barbara Schaab Donald Seavers Robert Sebring Doyt Shimer Max Smolinske SOPHOMORES J ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Clinton Stebing Donald Stebing Eugene Stebing Hubert Steininger Sue Sommers Eleanor Trovinger Billy Walter Perry Wappes Ethel Webb Evelyn Werner Polly Anne Western Richard White Charlotte Whitlock Robert Widdicomb Betty Wirts Russell Wyatt Page 31 Lois, Betty, and Charlotte at their lockers . . . Whose move is it? . . . Smiley — Soph ' s adviser . . . Make those drawings beautiful fcs SOPHOMORES Finally breaking the bonds of the green mist, the Sophomores emerged full fledged members of the A. H. S. They were steered through the yearly storm of education and activities, under the able guidance of Keith Smiley Showalter. The class officers were also picked wisely: President, Robert Kleeman; vice president, David Hines; secretary, Jean Folk; treasurer. Sue Douglas; class mothers, Mrs. A. V. Hines and Mrs. M. R, Seavers. Estel Smith, Wendell Weathers, Betty Brown, and Mary Fretz led the class in scholastic achievements. Wendell Weathers and Max Smolinske were the interscholastic representatives of the class. Page 32 Don ' t let her make it . . . And two plus two equals four . . . Quance must find it interesting . . . This is a happy class SOPHOMORES The Black and Gold contributed their share to the athletic world with the following members: Carroll Honess, Bob Kleeman, Raymond Rothhaar, Calvin Daub, Cleo Hamman, Jim Pendland, Eugene Stebing, George Hidy, David Hines, Billy Myers, and Louis Palumbo. The boys were not alone in the athletic accomplishments. G. A. A. was scattered with many sophomore representatives. Among these were Dorothy Davidson, Sue Douglas, Jean Folk, Eloise Grogg, Marilyn Haynes, Patricia Mitchell, Patricia Phelps, and Barbara Schaab. With these classmates go the best wishes and hopes of Auburn High School. i Page 33 Beatrice Armstrong Class Officers Keith Barnhart Ben Garrison Frances Schooley Eugene Butler Frank Baird Robert Ball Kenneth Baughman Eva Biebrick Peggy Brown ■ Almeda Burns Leon Burns Martin Bush Jack Buttermore Robert Clark Leroy Cool Jeanette Cox Joanna Croy Robert Dilgard DuWayne Donley June Rose Dosch Pauline Farver Frederick Gee Phyllis Getts Delores Grobis Margaret Grogg Beverly Guild Billy Hankinson Robert Harding Harold Heffley S FRESHMEN Ralph Heffley Jane Hendricks Jay Hodson Doris Howey James Howey Delmar Johnson Dorothy Johnson Eleanor Johnson Walter Kail Lois Kelly Jack Kelly Robert Kessler Richard Kleeman William Kuhlman Marjorie McComb Howard McDaniel Dale Mclnturf Joe Mason Marjorie Miller Robert Mochamer Honor Group Robert Kreider Joanna Morr Francis Schooley Joyce Wiley Jack Molitor Richard Moody Loma Musser Dorothy Muzzillo Patricia Patrick Irene Penland Garnet Pfister Jane Potter Betty Pritchard Eleanor Provines Wayne Rennecker Jean Renner Lois Robbins Richard Robinson Lois Rodecap Marcella Rohm Betty Jean Rufner William Rutherford Reida Searfoss Carl Seigel Gene Shambaugh Donald Sharp Eugene Simanton Audrey Smith Ralph Smith F R E S H M E Donald Souder Marma Speer Betty Stebing James Stebing Wanda Tallen Marjorie Timbrook Willa Tobey Derril Treesh Robert Van Zile Dorthea Walker Helen Walter Robert Walter Shirley Widney Mary Williamson Gene Wilson Louise Wilson Edith Winebrenner Betty Wolf Everett Yoder Page 35 THE GREEN AND WHITE This freshman class has really begun with a bang. Almost every member has made a mark in an organization or in a special achievement. Representatives in the field of athletics have been Eugene Butler, Frank Baird, Keith Barnhart, Jack Kelly, Walter Kail, Bill Kuhlman, Robert Kreider, James Stebing, Eugene Simanton, E ' r.rptt Yoder, and Robert Van Zile. Jean Renner, Frances Schooley, Joyce Jeanette Cox, Betty Pritchard, Pat 1 jorie Timbrook, Helen Walters, Belt Brown, Eleanor Johnson, Mary Wi) G. A. A.ers who have made upper c Widney, Wanda Tallen, , Marjorie McComb, Mar- tter, Joanna Morr, Peggy eda Burns are freshman their laurels. Garrison giving his famous speech . . . Freshmen going into Noon League . . . Zeke, Freshman adviser, conversing with the mailman . . . Yell, Freshmen t I Page 36 THE GREEN AND WHITE Along scholastic lines have been the honor students, Joyce Wiley, Frances Schooley, Joanna Morr and Robert Kreider. Joyce Wiley and Frances Schooley took part in interscholastic activities. Wise guidance has been given by the sponsor, Mr. Young; the class mothers, Mrs. Waite Widney and Mrs. James Tallen; and the class officers, Keith Barnhart, Ben Garrison, Frances Schooley, and Eugene Butler. Their main social event of the year was a party, February 4th, spon- sored and attended by freshmen only. The affair met whh such en- thusiastic approval that plans w ere made for a potluck supper and dance, April 25th. Freshmen election Talking it over . . . A quiet safety class . . . Is Baird asleep or studying 1 Page 37 COACH CECIL YOUNG Natural ability and attitude have won for Zeke this year, as in the past, a fine reputation and name throughout the state as well as in Auburn High School. He has just completed another successful year as football, track, and assistant bas- ketball coach. Besides this, Mr. Young teaches physi- cal education in the Auburn Schools, and he always has a full schedule of out-of- town refereeing jobs. Zeke can always be counted on to turn out good teams. This year his foot- ball squad turned in four victories against two defeats, and he also de veloped a fine track team. ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The Auburn High School Athletic Association is com.posed of members of the basketball, football, and track teams, ond students who bought season tickets during the year. Mr. Lloyd Miller supervises the association, but the officers conduct its activities. The president, Denny (Gulliver) McDarby, takes charge of all of the pep sessions, and the officers together attempt to develop and better the students ' interests in athletics. Assisting Denny McDarby this year were Ann Alexander, secretary, and Mr. Robert Schooley, faculty-treas- urer. Although faculty members are supposed to be somewhat dignified, Mr. Schooley is our favorite cheer leader — he is especially noted for his railroad yell. The Girls ' Athletic Association conducts all affairs concerning girls ' sports. For the first time, five of the girls were presented with their black chenille A ' s in front of the assembly at the time the yell leaders and varsity men received their awards. This organization is conducted by Miss Wilma Duff, adviser, and Ann Alexander, president. Mr. Schooley D. McDarby A. Alexander Page 38 COACH KEITH SHOWALTER This was Smilie ' s first year in the Auburn High School, and looking back over his record, we find that he has made a success of his position. Mr. Showalter, a tall, quiet, good-look- ing (?) young man, came to us from Ches- ter Center High School. He conducts his- tory and safety classes along with coach- ing. His splendid work as mentor this season developed a fine team which won twelve and lost only seven in regular season games. It was also through his coaching that the Auburn Red Devils were able to win the sectional tourna- ment at Garrett. It is the hope of everyone that Mr. Showalter will be able to stay with us in future years because his instructions are necessary if we expect to have more good teams in the future. MANAGERS AND CHEER LEADERS The managers each year are chosen by the coaches. This season. Gene Wiley who was unable to take an active part because of previous illness, was selected as track manager. David McClintock was his assistant. Dave Hines was the choice for basketball manager with Louis Palumbo as his assistant. They really did a swell job through the long basketball season. The tough job of football managership was given to Ray Close with Wen- dell Cooper to help him. Three cheer leaders were chosen by a vote of the student body. Those who won these envied positions were Pat Phelps, Dick Ridlen, and Ben Garrison. The managers and cheer leaders take a very tough role, and this year they really were a great success. They deserve much more credit than con ever be given them. Their work will be remembered in the future as some of the main assets in the 1940-41 school year. R. Close D. Hines G, Wiley Page 39 TO THE GRIDDERS A MuzzUlo E. Johnson W. Myers D. Hines C. Hamman R. Kleeman Three weeks before the first scheduled football game, Auburn High School athletes reported to Mr. Young to try for a place on the varsity. Several cases of infantile paralysis which were found in the neigh- boring cities kept some schools ' rem opening. Such was the case of the Columbia City High School whom we were unable to play on Sep- tember 13th. This game was postponed, and we opened the season the next week against Decatur. A final quarter rally by the Yellow Jackets fell short as Auburn triumphed 19 to 18. Bill McComb ran 80 yards through the entire Decatur team for a sensational touchdown. A week later Auburn met a large and powerful team from Howe Mili- tary Academy. The locals held them at a standstill until the final quarter when the opponents pushed across two touchdowns to win 12-0. The boys traveled to Bluffton for their first out-of-town game. Coming from behind in the last quarter, the Red Devils overcame a 6-0 lead and went on to win 12 to 6. A defeat came the next week when the team traveled to the South Side stadium to battle the Central Tigers from Fort Wayne. The final score was 33 to 12, both teams playing a good game. Denny McDarby, as usual, looked good defensively, and George Broderick highlighted the game with a 75 yard run for a touchdown. But this was not enough for a win, as Red Sitko passed and kicked and Leon plunged for a Tiger win. C. Honess L. Palumbo Page 40 P. Daub R. Quance E. Foltz G. Renner R. Ridlen R. Carlson R. Wise R, Brown TO THE GRIDDERS Bounding back the next week, Auburn whipped Hicksville, Ohio, 19 to 0. On October 30, we ended the season by taking our old rivals, Gar- rett, into camp, 31 to 0. Reserves played most of the game for Auburn, and Bill McComb traveled for 65 yards for one Auburn marker. The game was played in Auburn because of the added lighting facilities, but Garrett really acted as host. All games were played under our new lights this season, and this tended to mcrease attendance considerably. At the close of the season, the following seniors received their long awaited silver footballs: George Broderick, Roy Carlson, Bob Eckhart, Ernie Foltz, Eugene Johnson, Melvin Knisely, Denny McDarby, Art Muz- zillo, George Renner, and Dick Ridlen. They also received letter awards along with Bob Brown, Calvin Daub, Paul Daub, Gale Gafken, Cleo Hamman, George Hidy, David Hines, Caroll Honess, Bob Kleeman, Harry Kreider, Bill McComb, Bill Myers, Louis Palumbo, Ronald Pfister, Bob Quance, Ray Rothhaar, Eugene Stebing, and Ray Close, student manager. For the season, a record of four wins and two losses was turned in, and this brought into our possession for this year the prized N. E. 1. C. football trophy. C, Daub E. Stebing H, Kreider R. Pfister Page 41 G. Broderick D. McDarby R. Rothhaar G. Hidy M. Knisely R. Eckhart m W. McComb G. Gafken = The band plays and marches. BAND The most colorful organization of the Auburn High School is the uniformed marching band. The band v as decked out in their new scarlet and black uniforms and cadet military caps with block plumes which added much color and impress! veness to tlieir performances. The drum major of last year was replaced by Wanda Tallen, supported by Pat Kain and Sue Douglas, who highlighted the band ' s marching v ith their baton twirling. A new bass and alto clarinets were given to the band by the Band Parents ' Club this year. The band has a very prominent part in school activities; one of the most appreciated features is their marching at the basketball games. Selections that are often called for are King Cotton, Thunderer, The Marching Band, Merry Madoin, and Brasses To the Front. Plus their regular class periods, third period Monday and Friday, band rehearsals are held each Monday night. Some featured numbers of the Spring Concert in which the band played an important part were Safari, Stars and Stripes, and Brarivura. Rehearsals for this event began m February and continued until May, when the concert was given. Much credit and appreciation should also go to ttie instructor, Pres Wilcox, and to the band members for their faithful cooperation to make this organization a success. Top row: J. Morr, E. Yoder, E. Hornaday, K. Jackman, Ray Quance. E. Grubb, E, John- son, E. M. Webb, D. Stebing, I. Mavis, L. Kelly. Second row: C. Whitlock, H. Buctis, M. Timbrook, J. Weath- ers, H. Kreider, G, Wiley, T. Wolf. Third row: Mr. Wilcox, K. Barn- hart, Robert Quance, L. Mil- ler, J. Wiley, R. Hendricks, I. Kelly, M. Haynes, J. Cox, C. Lawhead, Willa Tobey, C. Feagler, W. Tobey , D. Car- mer, B. McNabb. Bottom row: V. Shambaugh, F. Schooley, D. Kintner, P. Getts, E. Trovinger, E. Dil- gord, D. Seavers, B. Butler, G. Kraus, R. Maxwell, K. Mclnnis, J. Niles, H. Barley. Page 42 Standing: P. Armstrong, E Hornaday, B. Short. L. Boger, A. Alexander, N. Muhn, R. Ridlen, M, Farnharn, D. Kint- ner. Seated: R. Pfisler, L, Mains, F. Cripe, G. Kraus. JUNE MAD — IN THE FALL JUNIOR-SENIOR PLAY Have you ever been struck by a tornado? Well, those who attended the Junior-Senior play, June Mad, OF COURSE know what it feels like. From the first touche, the lives of Penny Wood and Chuck Harris, the glider maniac, began with a CLASH! The Wood household is a conglomera- tion of phone calls, interruptions by Elmer, the wide-awake (?) hired man, Effie ' s troublesome petticoat — and last but not least — young love. Then there is the spice of life, the neighborhood thunderstorm, Milly Lou, who dampens even the brightest days. Mervyn, younger brother of Mrs. Wood, returns from College with Roger Van Vleck, the man with that certain Something. Then Penny, who was definitely anti-romance minded, finds herself enveloped in the net cast by Roger and ignores Chuck, much to the latter ' s disgust. To make matters more complicated, Mervyn ' s girl Julie, who is being studied by Roger in order to aid Mervyn, falls in love with the playboy. Do you blame Mervyn and Penny for joining forces against such a blitz romance? Mrs. Wood gives — or rather throws — a party at which Penny goes de- cidedly vampire with a strapless red evening dress, and Chuck vanishes. Later, found among the wreckage of his forbidden glider, he is brought to the Woods ' where Julie decides tha t Mervyn is really mighty nice, Penny real- izes she has been blind to Chuck ' s charm, and Roger finds himself an outsider. CAST Dr. Wood ___.Noel Muhn Penny Wood Lois Mains Juhe Harris Feme Cripe Mervyn _ Dick Ridlen Shirley Wentworth Phyllis Armstrong Effie Megan Farnham Milly Lou Barbara Short Mrs. Wood ._ Ann Alexander Chuck Harris ...„ Ronald Pfister Mr. Haris Gerald Kraus Roger Van Vleck ..Lawrence Boger Ralph Wentworth Edwin Hornaday Elmer Dwight Kintner On and behind the stage at the play. Page 43 s iMM.i. ■M When winter comes Page 45 Just Jitterbugs . . . Do your chemistry students worry you, Mr. Schooley? . . The office staff — plus Ridlen Printing the newspaper WINTER . Another victory for the books! Auburn defeated Kendallville here, 38-34. Auburn accomplished the impossible. For the first time in 13 years the Red Devils humiliated South Side in a 28-17 victory. To get into the real Christmas spirit, an entertaining program was given in the auditorium. It included a play followed by community singing and a reading by Megan Farnham. Kendallville seemed to be out for revenge as it handed Auburn a 37-27 setback on the former ' s floor. Decatur downed Auburn in a thrilling game, the score ending at 27-25. On the following night Auburn met disastrous defeat at Central of Fort Wayne. The score was 45-20. For the first time Auburn played host to Washington of South Bend and took it on the chin for the fourth consecutive tmie, 40-33. The Red Devils picked the right night to get back into the winning column, for the boys came from behind in the closing minutes of the game and eked out a victory over our old rivals, the Garrett Railroaders. The score was 33-31. As a reward for their strenuous Christmas card drive, the Juniors enjoyed a party held in their honor in the little gym on January 22. With a loss of three men because of illness, Angola was easily overpowered by the Auburn guintet, 54-26. Ben Garrison won laurels for the freshman class by winning the local Rotary Discussion Contest, January 28. His topic was Rotary As a Force for Inter- national Service. Auburn staged a late rally and came out victorious over Warsaw, 46-40. ' The North Side Redskins proved to be too much for our Red Devils, as they defeated us 35-26. The Freshmen were entertained at an informal party held at the high school February 4. Eighty-five students attended. Page 46 Convocation speaker . . . Refreshments at the dance . . . Mary Bran- don leading Christmas carols . . . Kindling for the sectional bonfire WINTER Auburn coiiipletely smothered LaGrange (on our own floor) by a score of 53-29. After a tough battle Central Catholic won over Auburn, 37-34. In observance of Lincoln ' s birthday, Mr. Skelton, a representative of the Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, gave a historical review of Abe ' s boyhood in Indiana. In the last home game of the season, Auburn completely annihilated Co- lumbia City, 46-25. A movie, Wheels Across India, depicted the adventures of the Denis- Roosevelt expeditions on its journey through Southern Asia. On the morning of the eighteenth of February, Aloha Baker, the most trav- eled lady in the world, entertained the student body with motion pictures and a very interesting lecture on her travels in foreign lands. We ended the basketball season successfully with a 39-25 victory over Hartford City. This gave us the fine record of 12 wins against 6 losses. A movie, entitled The First Century of Baseball, reviewed for us the origin and history of America ' s favorite sport. Auburn upheld its reputation as favorite when the Red Devils won the sectional tourney at Garrett on February 27, 28 and March 1. In the prelim- inary eliminations. Auburn defeated Salem Center, 61-25; Butler, 40-23; and Pleasant Lake, 39-31. After a close first half against Angola in the finals, the boys hit their stride and overwhelmed their opponents, 40-24. On March 4, Captain C. P. McDormett, retired officer of the U. S. Array Air Corps, told us several incidents in the history of flying. He used models and pictures of airplanes to illustrate his lecture. On March 8, North Side, our first opposition in the regional, turned in a repeat performance and again defeated Auburn quintet, 40-16. Page 47 JUNIOR HISTORY CLUB Top row: G. Smith, R, Steward, A, Grogg, R. Wise, M. Stianton, H. Kreider, G- Wiley, Robert Quance, P. Armstrong, N. Woodbury, R. Russell. Second row: R, Brown, W. Scott, W. McComb, J, Fitch, B. Kelly, F. Rodebaugh, R. McCol- lough, L. Clark, H. Stackhouse, D. Stebing Third row: B. McNabb, J. Myers, L. Miller, R. Mitchner, B. Connor, M. Corkwell, P. Hutzler, M. J. Mark, B. Kyser, J. Seigel, Fourth row: B. Gonser, J. Niles, N. Rutherford, I. Cupp, V. Shambaugh, H. Dicks, J. Miller, R. Graham, I. Mavis, E. Albright, B. Carper, Bottom row: R. Hofferman, T- Tallen, D. McClinTock, V. Grubb, K. Jackman, K. ShuU, H. Buchs, M. Weathers, E. Hornaday. HISTORY CLUB This is the second year that this popular club has been so large that it has been divided into two groups, Junior and Senior. The purpose of both clubs is to study events, current, past, and future, and put into actual being, leadership and creative activity. During the year many round table discussions were held, and many prob- lems were talked over in the group. The organization received entertainment and education from the movies and speakers which were chosen by their able leader, Mr. Weathers. Mrs. R. D. Miller and Mr. Harry Kreider were two of the honored guests. The Seniors met every first and third Thursday at the Y. M. C. A. and Members and president of the Junior History Club. Page 48 SENIOR HISTORY CLUB Top row: Mr. Weathers, I. Swain, A. Boger, A. Blickenstaff, G. Renner, H. Ford. Second row: R. Muzzillo, B. Garman, A. Muzzillo, A. Baughman, P. Schock, G. Kraus, P. Cool. Third row: R. Renner, J. Warstler, J. Weller, B. Schaab, M. Boren, B. Beber, J. Hidy, N. GalUher. Bottom row: E. Foltz, D. Folk, J. Dawson, R. Maxwell, T. Lawheod, B. Schooley, M. John- son, G. Myles. HISTORY CLUB elected for their officers: Robert Maxwell, president; James Dawson, vice president; Betty Schooley, treasurer; Thyra Lawhead, secretary; Mildred Johnson, song leader; Gretchen Myles, pianist; and Don Folk, publicity agent. The Junior Club met every second and fourth Thursday of the month and elected its officers as follows: president, David McClintock; vice president, Keith Jackman; secretary, Virginia Grubb; treasurer, Kenneth ShuU; sergeant- at-arms, Robert Hofferman; song leader, Thelrna Tallen; pianist, Helen Buchs; publicity agent. Gene Wiley. If you should happen to be passing the Y on a Thursday night about 7:30, and happen to hear loud clapping and cheerful laughter drifting from its portals, you will know that one of the history clubs is conducting a meeting, and all is running smoothly as usual. A Senior History Club Meeting. Page 49 BH Top row: P, Daub, E. Grubb, R. King, E. Johnson, M. Shan- ton, M. Casebeer, K. Jack- man, H. Kreider, G. Wiley, R. Quance, D. McClintock. Second row: L. Polumbo, C. Daub, R. Maxwell, A. Grogg, D, Stebing, R. Beard, L. So- ger, P, Cool, R. Pfister, G. Renner. Third row: W. Myers, W. Cooper, R. Kleemon, R. Gar- man, R Eckhart, M. Knisely, R. Ridlen, R, Brown, W. Scott, D, Hines, H, Ford, Fourth row: J, Carr, E. Stebing, G, Gaiken, A. Muzzillo, B. Kelly, R, Muzzillo, J. Dawson, E, Keller, D. Stebing, R, Rothhaar. Bottom row: W. McComb, J- Kelly, E. Foltz, G. Broderick, Mr. Kreider, D, Folk, R, Carl- son, Mr, Raub, D. McDorby, Mr, Ettner. HI-Y CLUB Psst, Jane, are you going up town tonight? Sure, Hi-Y meeting tonight. Yes, that comment echoes and re-echoes around the halls of A. H. S. every first and third Tuesday of the month. You see, the Hi-Y boys are a very popular group of up and coming young men. The club is sponsored by the Y. M. C. A. under the direction of Mr. Kenneth Ettner, Mr. Harry Kreider, and Mr. Robert Raub. At this time when the country is calling for young men who are trained mentally, morally, and physically, the Hi-Y is an all important organization. When it comes to activities, this spirited group is not lacking. Feeds, movies, dances, and guest speakers are common occurrences. This year they have had such distinguished speakers as a reserve officer in the United States army and an Indiana state policeman. To do their part in contributing to the Infantile Paralysis Fund, the boys gave a bake sale. (No, the boys didn ' t do the baking, but they did do their share of eating). The big event of the year was the Mother and Son Banquet held in April. The officers the first semester were Roy Carlson, president; Gene Wiley, secretary; Eugene Grubb, treasurer; and Dennis McDarby, sergeant-at-arms. Officers the second semester were: president, Roy Carlson; vice president, Ernest Foltz; secretary, Don Folk; treasurer, George Broderick; and sergeant- at-arms. Gale Gafken. Hi-Y advisers and president. Watch your manners. Page 50 Top row: S. Douglas, J. Smith, H. Buchs, H. Dicks, R. Bran- son, M. Carey, I. Brown, J. Cox, J, Folk, P. Armstrong, N. Woodbury, R. Russell. Second row: I. Swain, R. Ren- ner, R. Emerson, S. Sommers, L Miller, E. Miller, T. Tallen, D. Davidson, M. Haynes, B Armstrong, M. Rice. Third row: E. Grogg, B. Wal- ters, J. Musser, D. Cormer, P. Western, B. Schaab, G. Open- lander, J. Bowman, R. Mitch- ner, B. Brown, J. Cupp, H. Mitchner. Fourth row: J. Warstler, 1 Mavis, L. Reader, B. Gonser, B. Schaab, M. J. Marks, M. Corkwell, R. Graham, P- Mitchell, M. Johnson, N. Galliher, B. Shutt. Bottom row: H. Moody, K. Mclnnis, E. McCullough, J. Buchanan, P. Hutzler, J. My- ers, F. Cripe, M. A. Swartz, M. Farnham, B. Short. GIRL RESERVES Has anybody seen my Sarah? If asked this question on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, your answer would naturally be, At a G. R. meet- ing, of course. This rapidly growing organization is becoming more and more active. It was directed by Miss DeLancey until, due to illness, she resigned and her posi- tion as sponsor was taken by Mrs. Buchanan, president of the Adult Council. This year Judy Buchanan was elected president; Joan Myers, vice president; Marjorie Hersh, secretary; and Phyllis Hutzler, treasurer. To mix pleasure with business, Hilda Mitchner was elected as program chairman. Perhaps you have walked through those quiet (???) corridors of A. H. S. and gazed upon a group of rosy cheeked girls with that All American look — Girl Reserves, no doubt! Their conference was held at Waterloo this year and was an event of excitement for those who attended. They also have a dance to their credit. Not to be outdone at Christmas, a party was given with that much talked of old gentleman, St. Nick, as a welcomed guest. Toys were distributed which afterwards were contributed with real holiday spirit to the less fortunate. An infantile paralysis drive was made in which each girl gave her dim.e (and pushed gladly aside the thought of those cokes it would buy). Then, too, they worked for the Red Cross in aid to Great Britain. Taste all right? G. R. chili supper. Page 51 iJsd Mgt. J ' fV m r p. Kain, M. Farnhara, W. Tallen, J. Folk, B. McNabb, H. Dicks, J, Renner, M. Williamson, Helen Walter, T. Tallen, P. Armstrong, A. Burns, R. Mitchner. GIRLS ' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION To acquire skill, friendship through sports, and maintain health and interest in athletics is the theme of the Girls ' Athletic Association. The members, under the supervision of Miss Duff, the girls ' physical educa- tion teacher, and the following officers: president, Ann Alexander; vice pres- ident, Gloria Davis; treasurer, Beverly Gonser; and secretary, Patricia Mitchell, enjoyed a year full of various sports. Speedball, volleyball, basketball, track, and baseball constituted the major sports of the year while the minor sports consisted of hiking, dancing, bad- minton, bicycling, tennis, shuffleboard, table tennis, horseshoe, and archery. The banquet held in May is looked forward to with much enthusiasm be- cause it is at this time that the girls receive their awards for the achievements. Top row: H. Barley, P. Brown, P. Pritchard, N. Galliher, E. Grogg, H. Mitchener. Second row: B, Schooley, E, Dilgard, G. Myles, A. Alexander, F, Cripe, S, Douglas, I. Morr. Page 52 Top row; J. Wiley, M. Haynes, D. Davidson, j, IJiies, P. Phelps, S. Widney, M. Rice. Kneeling: B. Short, B. Schaab, M. A. SwarLz, L- Mains, M. McComb. GIRLS ' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The following awards were presented last year: a loving cup to the out- standing freshman, Jeanne Folk; the outstanding athlete award to Gloria Davis; and the sportsmanship plaque was awarded to Beverly Gonser. Those sen- iors who received state plaques in May were Martha Brown, Veva Martin, Betty Steckley, Betty Jo Close, Ellen McNabb and Rhea Reeder. Among the many events in G. A. A. was Play Day which was held this year at Kendallville. When the senior girls have acquired a specified number of points they are eligible to receive a state plaque. In an effort to finance these various activities, the girls held bake sales and sold pins in the form of basketballs. The annual Christmas party proved to be a success as well as the dances. Jeanette Cox, B. Gonser, B. Rufner, M. Timbrook, Betty Schaab, Patrick, F. Schooley, J. Cupp, E. Johnson, L. Kelly. Potter, R. Russell, P. i:- J ,f: ' ::l ' ' ? • , , . , . . Page 53 ■ Si J 4. ' 1 Top row: L. Wilson, S. Sommers, J. Hughes, B. Stebing, D. Walker, B. V olf, E. Provines, B. Arm- strong, L. Robbins, D. Howey, M. Hines, M. Miller. Second row: M. Grogg, J. Smith, R. Searfoss, A. Blickenstaff, E. Trovinger, I. Brown, A. Burns, E. Johnson, J. Cox, V. Grubb. Third rov : E. Werner, L. Musser, J. Dosch, L. Miller, E. Miller, E. Albright, B. Carper, B. Kyser, C. Balzer, J. Bowman, M. Cary. Fourth row: M ' . McClellan, R. Ren- ner, J. Warstler, L. Reeder, M. J. Mark. P, Hutzler, D. Davidson, M. McComb, S. Widney, V. Sham- bough, J. Ridenour. Bottom row: B. Werts, P. Phelps, M. Corkwell, B. Walter, B. bhutt. Miss Steinke, Iris Swain, C. Whit- lock, B. Armstrong, R. Emerson, E. Grogg. HOME ECONOMICS CLUB The Home Economics Club met on the second and fourth Wednesday night of each month. There were fifty-nme enthusiastic members this year, under the supervision of Miss Eunice Steinke, home economics instructor. The officers chosen for the year were Iris Swain, president; Betty Shutt, vice president; Billie Waher, secretary-treasurer; Pat Phelps, news reporter; Betty Armstrong, program chairman; and Mary Corkwell, assistant program chair- man. Finances for the club activities were raised by club dues and by selling candy at the basketball games and after school. The Home Economics Club is a carry over of the home economics course. The main difference is that a number of useful projects were completed this year, such as, painting and decorating pottery, making tile plaques, rugs, and other decorative accessories. The club provides supervised social entertainment. The club girls also discussed means of self improvement, mentally, physically, and socia lly. Some of the outstanding activities of the year were the talks given by two local beauticians on care of the hair, nails and other beauty improve- ments. A demonstration on pastries and cakes v as given by an agent of the Proctor and Gamble Co. The girls prepared and gave away a Thanksgiving basket. The club had plenty of social entertainment throughout the year. Christ- mas, Valentine, F. F. A., and a number of skating parties were given. To top the year off perfectly with the main outstanding feature, a Senior Home Economics formal banquet was given. It was held at the American Legion Hall, April 23. The tables were beautifully attired in Easter deco- rations; the color schemes used were blue and pink. Home Ec girls at work. Page 54 Top row: John Mason, J. Howey, N. Muhn, Jay Buttermore, W. Pfiernian, W. Smith, H. Abel, T. Wolf, M. Knisely. Second row: B. Hankinson, G. Wil- son, Joe Mason, H. Werner, F. Goings, R. Beaty, H. McDaniels, R. Kessler, J. Hodson, H. Stein- inger. Third row: K. Baughman, L. Cool, D. Crooks, J. Frain, E. Smith, R. Dilgard, Jack Buttermore, R. Har- ding, D. Donley, R. Walters, L. Burns. Bottom row: D. Treesh, G. Ren- ner, P. Schock, C. Armstrong, Mr. Hornaday, L. Boger, R. Wise, G. Gafken, M. Heffley, D. Souders. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA The Future Farmers of America were very active this year, holding regular meetings each second and fourth Tuesday. As part of their work, members carried on actual farm enterprises, purchasing pure bred livestock and pro- ducing all kinds of high quality crops. Several boys worked as 4-H junior leaders and acted in various teams and contests. Some of the contest honors won this year were: first, county grain judging, Lawrence Boger, first, county livestock judging, Charles Armstrong; third, state vegetable judging, Lawrence Boger; first place team in the district Baltimore and Ohio Railroad identifica- tion, grading, and vegetable judging, Lav rence Boger, Max Heffley, and Ralph Heffley. In the county 4-H club shows, the following placings were earned: begin- ning corn, Wilbur Pfierman, first; Hubert Steininger, second; advance corn. Max Heffley, first; Lawrence Boger, second; advance potatoes, Howard Wer- ner, first; Deloss Culbertson, second; pigs, Paul Schcck, champion and first Duroc; calves, Paul Schock, first, Jersey; Lawrence Boger, first, Guernsey; Gene Wilson, second, Guernsey; poultry, Noel Muhn, first; onions. Max Heffley, first; Ralph Heffley, second; garden. Jay Buttermore, first; colt, Robert Wise, first. The officers were Lawrence Boger, president; Max Heffley, vice president; Charles Armstrong, secretary; Robert Wise, treasurer; Gale Gafken, reporter; Paul Schock, watchdog; Homer Able, conductor; Mr. Hornaday, adviser. This year eighteen boys received the Green Hand and five the Future Farmer degrees. Waiting line. Industrious biology class. Page 55 MANUAL TRAINING Manual Training, supervised by Mr. Cosper, is an interesting as well as practical course. The boys learn things than can be used throughout their lives. They are trained in the making and reading of blueprints, and are given a knowledge of woods, general handi- crafts, and the use of power tools and mechanical drav ings. Those in the picture, seated left to right, are Robert Clark, Robert Kleemctn, George Ren- ner, Robert Mochamer, George Hidy, Darrell Crooks, Eugene Stebing, Theron Dosch, John Foley, Gene Wilson; second row: Carroll Honess, Hubert Steininger, Leroy Cool, Roger Kain, Blake Smith, Dwight Carnahan, Harold Heffley, Leon Burns, Calvin Daub, Ralph Heffley, Russell Wyatt, Paul Bender; third row: Louis Palumbo, Jack Buttermore, Delmar Johnson, Dale Mclnturf, Doyt Shimer, Howard Werner, Robert Nugen, Joe Mason, Philip Cool, James Howey. ART GROUP To anyone who wishes to learn the fundamentals of drawing and gain some understand- ing of the fine arts, the course offered by Mis3 Sellers is excellent. Throughout the year the group has experience in doing a wide variety of work. Includ- ed in the activities are such things as outdoor sketching, wood carving, block printing, ap- plied design, figure study, and pen sketching. As a part of their study the class made orig- inal posters advertising the Junior-Senior Play. The members in this picture are, seated: Ruth Warstler, Jean Renner, Betty Schaab, Feme Gripe, Miss Sellers, Judith Buchanan, Mary Alice Swartz, Marma Speer, Dorothy Muzzillo, Frances Brantlinger; second row: Paul Daub, Arthur Muzzillo, Frank Baird, Walter Kail, Robert Sebring, Calvin Daub, Russell Wyatt, Richard White, Ralph Muz- zillo; last row: Jack Albright, Richard Ruchel, Richard Moody, Harold Mclnturf, Richard Rieke, and Don Kreamelmeyer. Page 56 COMMERCIAL GROUP Those pupils who excel in, and are the most prominent m the three fields of com- merce — shorthand, typmg, and bookkeeping, make up the commercial group. The group is chosen by the instructors. Miss DeLancey and Mr. Gumpp. Those of the highest ranking in typing are Helen Buchs, Beverly Gonser, Imogene Mavis, Ronald Pfister, and Ruth Graham. The shorthand group consists of Betty Beber, Lois Mains, Gretchen Myles, and Barbara Short. In the bookkeeping division are Ann Alexander, Lois Mains, Joan Smith, Richard King, Gene Grubb, Roy Carlson, and Eugene Johnson. In the picture from left to right, seated, are Ruth Graham, Helen Buchs, Beverly Gonser, Barbara Short, Ann Alexander, Gretchen Myles, and Joan Smith; standing: Ronald Pfister, Eugene Grubb, Eugene Johnson, Richard King, and Roy Carlson. Those not m the picture are Lois Mains, Betty Beber, and Imogene Mavis. BANK CASHIERS Bank Day Tomorrow. That is the notice that appears every Monday in the bulletins, for Tuesday is the day when all the students deposit some of their weekly allowance (?) in the school bank. It is the duty of the cashiers to see that the students bank and to record the amount in the pass books. In the picture are, seated left to right; Marjorie Miller, Virginia Shambaugh, Phyllis Getts, Katherine Mclnnis, Barbara Short, Ann Alexander, Feme Cripe, Mary Alice Swartz, Patricia Patrick; second row, standing: Harry Kreider, Gene Shambaugh, Robert Kreider, Robert Maxwell, Dwight Kintner, David McClintock, Edwin Hornaday, Irene Brown, Jean Musser, Marma Speer, Evelyn Werner; top row: Eugene Grubb, Raymond Close, Richard Moody, Don Stebing, Max Smolinske, John Foley, Martin Bush, Francis Rodebaugh, Leonard Clark. Page 57 Top row: G- Gafken, H. Werner, E. Smith, R. Wise, P. Schock, R. Hendricks, M. Smolinske. J. Weathers. Second row: R. Kessler, R. Pfierman, C. Armstrong, M. Heffley, I. Mason, L. Boger, W. Clark. Bottom row: R. Kreider, K. Barnhort, F. Schooley, P. Getts, I. Wiley, B. Gar- ison, R. Heffley. INTERSCHOLASTIC GROUP Those students who have excelled in various subjects are chosen to par- ticipate in a wide selection of contests. The pupils entering in discussion this year were Jack Weathers, Wesley Clark, and Ben Garrison. The contestants in the local algebra contest were Keith Barnhart, Robert Kessler, Joyce Wiley, Robert Kreider, and Frances Schooley. The winners, Joyce Wiley and Frances Schooley, competed m the sectional contest held April 5th. The contestants in the plane geometry contest were Robert Hendricks, Max Smolinske, and Jack Weathers. Those who won the local contest and com- peted in the sectional contest were Max Smolinske and Jack Weathers. In agricultural work the following were outstanding in their particular fields: Max Heffley, Ralph Heffley and Paul Schock, led by Lav rence Boger, made up the winning team in the Baltimore and Ohio Muck Crops Grading and Identification Contest. Wilber Pfierman took first place in the corn exhibit; Lawrence Boger, first place in Guernsey calf exhibit, county winner in crops judging, and country record book champion; Paul Schock, first place in Jersey calf exhibit, first place and champion in swine exhibit; Howard Werner, first place in potato exhibit; Noel Muhn, first place in the poultry exhibit; and Jay Buttermore, first place in garden exhibit. Nice shot. One of our convocations. Page 58 Toss up. Shirley looks hurried. LETTERMEN ' S CLUB Boys who receive letters from the school in the three major sports, track, football, and basketball, make up the Lettermen ' s Club. Bob Eckhart was elected president and Bill McComb secretary-treasurer. Although this club is rather inactive, it is an honor to be one of its members. Membership is as follows for the year of 1940-41:- in track: Lawrence Boger, Paul Daub, Ernie Foltz, Bob Garm_an, Eugene Grubb, Derrill Hefty, Earl Keller, Bob Kleeman, Melvin Knisely, Don Kreamelmeyer, Bill McComb, Denny McDarby, Bill Scott, and Gene Wiley, student manager. They received white chenile winged A ' s for their work. Letters received by the football squad were Calvin Daub, George Hidy, Bill Myers, George Broderick, Paul Daub, Roy Carlson, Bob Brown, Denny Mc- Darby, Louie Palumbo, George Renner, Bob Eckhart, Dick Ridlen, Ernie Foltz, Ronald Pfister, Bill McComb, Cleo Hamman, Melvin Knisely, Bob Quance, David Hines, Eugene lohnson, Harry Kreider, Bob Kleeman, Carroll Honess, Gale Gafken, Eugene Stebmg, Ray Rothhaar, Art Muzzillo, and Ray Close, manager. The first twelve men on the basketball squad also received letters. They were George Broderick, Paul Daub, Bob Eckhart, Ernie Foltz, Bob Gorman, Bill McComb, Denny McDarby, Art Muzzillo, Ralph Muzzillo, Ray Rothhaar, Mark Casebeer, and Bill Scott. Top row: R. Kleeman, C. Hamman, R. Gorman, E. Johnson, R. Carlson, E. Grubb, A. Muzzillo, R. Rothhaar. Second row: C. Honess, D. Kreamelmeyer, R. Pfister, G. Hidy, G. Gafken, E. Keller, L. Boger, M. Knise- ly. Third row: E. Stebing, C. Daub, R. Brown, W. Scott, E. Foltz, G. Wiley, H. Kreider, R. Quance, D. Hines. Bottom row: L. Palumbo, W. Myers, P. Daub, G. Broderick, G. Renner, W. McComb, D. McDarby, R. Eckhart, R. Ridlen. Page 59 RED DEVILS DENNIS McDARBY— Senior— Center In his years on the squad, Denny has be- come known througho ut this part of the state as one of the most outstanding center and pivot men Nearly always high point man because of his work under the basket, his 6 ' 7 will probably carry him to greater fame. ARTHUR MUZZILLO— Senior— Center One of the tallest boys on the team. Art is known for his aggressiveness and work under the basket. His accurate long shots and left- handed push shots always connected when any points v;-ere needed. RALPH MUZZILLO— Senior— Guard Ralph was about the coolest of ball players on the squad. Always in the thick of the bat- tle, he usually collected his share of points. His ability to hit consistently from around the foul circle will long be remembered. RAYMOND ROTHHAAR— Sophomore— Guard With two years still to go, Ray has already proved to be a steady player with a fine long shot. We look forward to him as being a val- uable asset in the future. WILLIAM SCOTT— Junior— Guard Bill is one of the best all-around players in this part of the state. His ability to be near the top in points is due to his tricky one-handed push-shot from the foul circle, his steady brand of ball, and his ability to keep the team to- gether. GEORGE BRODERICK— Senior— Guard George, small but mighty, won for himself the honor of being one of the most consistent drivers and best ball handlers on the squad. Page 60 RED DEVILS MARK CASEBEER— Junior— Forward Mike has developed into a very fine boll player, and, having another season to go, his deliberate attitude and cool-headedness should bring him greater success. PAUL DAUB— Junior— Forvi ard His consistent drive and under the basket work in which his height has proved so valua- ble has made Dobe one of our high point men. We look forward to him for another great year. ROBERT ECKHART— Senior— Forward Bob has proved to be one of the most color- ful boys on the squad. He possesses an under- the-basket shot that is almost impossible to block without fouling. This has brought him a large share of points for the year. ERNEST FOLTZ— Senior— Forward Ernie has always been a great asset to the team because of his fighting, hard-driving play. He also had a very accurate long shot which branded him as a tough man to guard. ROBERT GARMAN— Senior— Forward His height, which enabled him to be a val- uable man on the backboard, and his speed went together to make Bob a player who could come through and urge the team on. WILLIAM McCOMB— Junior— Guard Bill is one of the fastest and trickiest players on the team. His ability to connect on long shots and to slip through nearly any defense makes him one of the brightest prospects for next season. Page 61 VARSITY BASKETBALL The team and its followers were happy this season to welcome Mr. Keith Showalter as the new basketball coach. He followed the work of Herman Bems who went to Wabash College as mentor. Mr. Showalter came from the Ches- ter Center High School, where he was coach. He is a graduate of Ball State Teachers ' Col- lege at Muncie. The material v. ' as strong and fast with much height. From this, Mr. Shov alter was able to pick a fine squad. The first game was played in Auburn against Ashley. The locals had little trouble winning 60 to 33 to get a real start for the season. Denny McDorby dropped a total of 20 points through the hoop. A week later on the fifteenth, the team trav- eled to Waterloo to down a stubborn Wildcat team 42 to 32. Martin, a Waterloo guard, got hot with 19 markers while Bill Scott collected 15 for the Red Devils. The team now had two wins in a row, only to have a fighting Butler team give them a narrow escape at the Windmill city. After leading by eleven points at the half, the Red Devils were able to defeat them, by a low score of 23 to 19. The first defeat of the season came at Bluff- ton on November 22 because of the team. ' s in- abiliiy to hit field shots and free throws. The final score read 32 to 27. The Leo Lions invaded our camp and pre- sented a nearly one-man attack by Melchi, who scored 28 out of Leo ' s total of 36 points. Our own team, however, collected 49 marks to win with Denny McDarby and Bob Eckhart really hitting their stride with 17 and 16 counters respectively. Next in line were the Kendollville Comets who fought until the final gun, and not until then v as the gcrnie decided in favor of the Auburn boys 38 to 34. The Archers from South Side came to town en December 13 to find the going a little too tough. The Red Devils rolled over them in a rough-and-tum.ble encounter to the tune of 28-17. Another engagement with the Com.ets on the Kendollville floor resulted in a defeat for our boys, 37 to 27, in a poorly played race-horse game. In the first game of the new year on January 3, the Red Devils ' measure was again taken. This time it was by the Decatur Yellow Jackets as a Mcintosh rally fell two points short in the final quarter. Score, 27 to 25. The team traveled to Fort Wayne to play a strong, smooth ball club from Central the fol- lowing week, only to meet defeat again, 45-20. Although they showed an improved brand of ball, the Auburn Red Devils lost their fourth contest in a row, when Washington High School of South Bend came to town and left later with our scalps. The Hecklinski brothers hit consist- Page 62 ently for a total of 31 points. This was the first athletic contest between the two schools. The totals read 40 to 33. The Auto City five came from behind the fol- lowing week to get back in the win column again. The two point margin of victory over our traditional rivals from Garrett was 33 to 31. Having quite an easy time of it, they traveled to Angola the next week to swamp the Hornets 54 to 26. The first quarter score read 23 to 4 in favor of Auburn. Denny McDarby ran up a total of 20 points and Bill Scott, 16, before the firing ceased. The next home game brought the Warsaw Tigers to our floor. The game proved to be a rough-high-scoring affair with Anderson, the Tiger center, piling up 17 points. Auburn won 46 to 40 by staving off a late rally. Going to North Side of Fort Wayne the next week, the Red Devils were turned back by the steady, consistent Redskin tribe. After Auburn trailed by only two points at half-time, the North Side team pulled away to a 35 to 26 victory. A weak LaGrange squad, with seven of the regulars being suspended, played Auburn on our floor and fought until the final gun. The tallies were 53 to 29 for the Red Devils with Scott connecting for 15 points. The Red Devils got hot the following night on foul shots against Central Catholic at Fort Wayne. They connected on 14 of 18 attempts, but this wasn ' t sufficient to beat the well-bal- anced lirsh crew. This Red Devil defeat was 37 to 34. The Auburn squad scored almost at will against the Columbia City Eagles on the Alum- ni floor in a rough game. Scoring was very evenly divided with the total reading 46 to 25 in our favor. In the final game of the season, our team clinched second place in the N. E. 1. Conference by going to Hartford City and bringing back a 39 to 35 victory. The deciding point of the game was Auburn ' s ability to consistently hit their foul shots, getting 14 of 15 attempts. In regular season play the record of twelve wins and seven losses was made by the team. The Auburn squad entered the Garrett sec- tional and came through with not too much trouble. In winning the championship, victor- ies were hung up as follows: defeated Salem Center by a 61 to 25 margin with Stern, center of the opponents, getting 16 markers; defeated Butler, 40 to 23, and Pleasant Lake, 39 to 31. In the final game, the Angola Hornets presented the opposition. The first half was nip-and-tuck, but in the final frames, our team pulled away to the championship, 40 to 24, with Bill Scott, Ralph Muzzillo, and Bob Gorman carrying the scoring honors. The team met the North Side Redskins in the regional tourney at Fort Wayne, but was de- cidedly off and lost by a 40 to 16 score. as sssr yi nm 7m o P e I Standing: Mr. Young, E. Butler, Ray Quance, E. Stebing, J. Kelly, D. Shimer, J. Pend- land, D. Hines. Seated: C. Honess, C, Daub, R Kleeman, R Pfister, C. Hamman, L- Hess, R. Rothhaar. SECOND TEAM This season the second team was under the coaching of Mr. Cecil Young, who developed a fine squad of ball-handlers and consistent hitters. The Imps began the season with six consecutive wins. They won over Ashley, 28-17; Waterloo, 20-5; Butler, 30-10; Bluffton, 17-11; Leo, 32-19; and Kendallville, 28-11. The streak was finally ended when the South Side Archers became hot in the last few minutes, to win 25 to 21. The Imps took up where they left off by defeating Kendallville the following week 23 to 16. Another victory came against Decatur, 20 to 14. The boys allowed the Central Tiger seconds ol Fort Wayne to win 27-18. The next game was with the Washington South Bend seconds who defeated the Imps in an overtime 15 to 14. They next played Garrett and defeated the Cabooses 21 to 14. Another victory came from Angola, 28 to 14. Still advancing toward a fine season record, they subdued the Warsaw seconds 30 to 16. The Imps battled the North Side Papooses bravely only to lose 28 to 10. They won one from the LaGrange seconds by finishing strongly, 38 to 18. The Auburn seconds lost to the Central Catholic seconds in the final frame. They were overtaken 29 to 27. Our boys had a field day against the Columbia City seconds to the tune of 43 to 21. In the final encounter at Hartford City, the Imps were unable to hold their own against the Airedale seconds and lost, 30 to 26. S. Douglas W, Tallen P. Kc Page 64 Standing: D. Stebing, G. Gafken, A. Grogg, R, Beaty, B. Kelly, E. Keller, R. Wise, J. Kelly, M. Shanton. Seated: Robert Quance, J. Weathers, P. Bender, D. Folk, I. Molitor, D. Hefty, Ray Quance. NOON LEAGUE AND INTERCLASS TEAMS This year as in the past, the noon league and interclass champion contests, consisting of many very exciting gam.es, were very close. At the start of the season eight noon league teams were chosen as follows: Auburn, Duke, Indiana, Northwestern, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Purdue, and Wabash. The Ohio State team came from behind in a late season drive to win the title. It was captained by Don Folk and finished with a record of 12 wins and one defeat. Purdue, captained by Lawrence Boger, finished second with 9 wins and 3 losses. Other captains were Gerald Kraus, Melvin Knisely, Theron Dosch, Jack Albright, Dick Ridlen, and Gene Grubb. The Juniors , after leading nearly all season, finished in front of the class teams with 14 Vv ins and 3 losses. The Seniors were second with 10 and 3. Sophomores and Freshmen came in third and fourth respectively. Noon League is important not only as a source of entertamment during noon hours and an added exercise, but it proves to be a place where many basketball players get a start and an ideal place for coaches to get more material. The class teams are all coached by miembers of the varsity basketball squad. This gives the boys experience in managing teams and helps them in their own playing. The games are also refereed by the first and second team players. Of course, they are not well educated in refereeing, but they are able to put their fundamental knowledge into practice. This plan makes these noon league games entirely a student activity. Only during the tourna- ments do the teachers have to step in and take control. R Ridlen P. Phelps B Gc Page 65 NiifMMHBeiHi V ■% I y ' ii Suddenly it is spring Page 67 SPRING Another Denis-Roosevelt production, East of Bombay, was shown before the assembly on Wednesday morning, March 12. Albion nosed out a victory over the Auburn thinlies in the first track meet of the year which was held at Auburn. The scores were: Albion, 41 6 7; Auburn, 40 X l; and Angola, 35. The Hi-Y club of Auburn and Garrett held a joint banquet at Auburn on the evening of the sixteenth of April. Auburn trackmen were unable to overcome the Garrett squad in a dual meet at the Earl Carr Memorial Field. Garrett ' s final score was 62 1 3 while Auburn finished with 54 2 3 points. The Girl Reserves ' Mother and Daughter Banquet was held on April 22. Auburn took only minor placings in a track meet with South Side here, April 23. The final score stood 92 to 30 in favor of Fort Wayne. On April 30, Auburn won its first track meet over Kendallville. The score ended at 73 to 42 with Charles Groscop making 20 points to be high-point man. The high school cooperated with the Rotary Club in its annual National Youth Week, April 28 to May 2. Many planned activities were enjoyed. A large crowd attended the annual Spring Concert held in the Alumni Gym, May 9. The combined efforts of the band, orchestra, and choruses provided the entertainment for the evening. Rushing from the big gym . . . On your marks Break that tape, Bob . . . Annual signing days Page 68 Look at that big A The man with the hoe . Still more Annual signing . Make it a long one, Butler SPRING South Side won the N. E. I. Conference at North Side on May 4, while Auburn took fifth place. Many awards were given at the G. A. A. banquet on May 5, for outstanding ability in athletics. The Hi-Y boys entertained their mothers at a banquet on May 6. South Side ' s team again won in the sectional track meet held at North Side on the 11th. Auburn remained scoreless. The Hickory Club gave the lettermen a banquet at the Legion Hall on the twelfth of May in honor of their achievements during the past year. Auburn took second place in the invitational track meet at Columbia City, May 14. Garrett won the meet, and Columbia City and Kendallville ranked third and fourth respectively. Baccalaureate services were held at the Methodist Church on Sunday aft- ernoon. May 18. On May 19, the Juniors formally bid the Seniors farewell at the Junior-Senior Banquet held at Pokagon State Park. In the commencement address, the speaker gave the seniors their last bit of advice and instilled in them new hope and confidence. This marked the end of four years of achievement and the beginning of many new experiences The picnic at Circle Park on May 23 was the final social gathering of the year. Page 69 Top row: I, Penland, M. Rohm, P. Farver, A. Burns, E. Johnson, J. Cox, B. Stebing, I. Seigel, J, Morr, G. Openlander, J. Wiley, T. Tallen. Second row: E. Werner, P. Getts, M. Humbert, B. Schooley, R Graham, L Robbins, E. Miller, L. Miller, W, Seavers, D Davidson, P Brown, Jean Cox. Third row: W. Tobey, J Dosch, M. Cary, R. Branson, J. Warstler, I. Brown, B, Brown, N. Galliher, J. Hidy, M. Johnson, H. Hawver. Fourth row: B. Werts, Reida Searfoss, D. Walker, D. Johnson, L. Wilson, P. Western, P. Mitchell, M. Farnham, A. Alexander, F. Schooley, M. Timbrook, B. Wolf. Bottom row: P. Hutzler, M. Corkwell, B. Gonser, R. Mitchner. J, Myers, Miss Brandon, M. A. Swartz, J. Buchanan, F. Cripe, H. Mitchener, 111 GIRLS ' CHORUS This year the Girls ' Glee Club was discontinued and so most of the girls who had belonged to this organization joined the Girls ' Chorus. Classes were held the first four days of the week during the third hour. Each class was a small choral group in itself, and anyone listening to their various selections would compliment Miss Mary Brandon, their instructor, on the fine work she has done. Chief cooks and bottle washers. Tallens on parade. A triple trio, consisting of Feme Cripe, Thel- ma Tallen, Marilyn Cary, Mary Alice Swartz, Judy Buchanan, Gloria Davis, Ann Alexander, Ruth Graham, and June Warstler, sang at va- rious outside gatherings. Many times the en- tire chorus was asked to sing for different clubs and entertainments. On certain days. Miss Brandon would ask the girls which songs they would like to sing. When this happened, you were almost sure to hear The Path Leading Down To The River, The March of the Little Tin Soldiers, Sweet- hearts, and The Cradles called out. The girls were accompanied on the piano by Frances Schooley and Beverly Gonser. In addition to their harmonizing, the classes have learned the appreciation of music through study of operas, composers, and voice control. Page 70 J Top row: I. Mavis, D. Carmer, L. Kelly, Robert Quance, J. Kelly, K. Jackman, R. Maxwell, W. Tallen, H. Buchs, M. Timbrook, R. Hendricks, D Stebing. Second row: Mr. Wilcox, L. Lawheod, H. Barley, J. Niles, G. Broderick, M. Haynes, J. Cox, J. Potter, G. Kraus, E. Dilgard, E. Grogg. Bottom row: V. Shambaugh, F. Schooley, C. Lawhead, R. Kleeman, L. Grogg, A. Boger, T. Lawhead, B. Schooley, K. Mclnnis. ORCHESTRA Practice Makes Perfect is not only a popular tune today, but it is also the motto of the high school orchestra. Mr. Wilcox has found, through much experience, that the selections sound much better after they have been played over a number of times. The orchestra furnished the music for the Junior-Senior Play and for various other events held during and after school hours through- out the year. Practice periods are every sixth hour on Mondays and Fridays. Anyone who plays a suitable instrument with a certain degree of skill is eligible lor membership. Favorite selections of the orchestra are Missouri Waltz, Ferryboat Serenade, Foot- lifter, and Cowboy Melodies. The Spring Concert given by the combined band and orchestra was one of the most out- standing events of the school year. Six members, Betty Schooley, Helen Barley, Alice Boger, Thyra Lawhead, Gerald Kraus, and Robert Maxwell will leave the orchestra because of graduation; however, new students will be coming in from Junior High to take their places. School dance wall-flowers. Teachers chatting. a ■5: f f Page 71 ; ?£ 4 ' jii a E, Foltz R. Garman D Hefty L. Boger R, Butler TO THE THINLIES Over seventy boys answered Zeke ' s call to the cinders by reporting for track vvfork last spring. Most of the material was green with little left over from the 1939 season. Opening the season on April 9, at the Earl Carr Memorial Field, the locals were nosed out m a triangular meet by Albion 41 6 7 to 40 1 7. Angola was able to collect 35 markers. Our second meet with Waterloo and Butler was postponed when Old Man Winter reappeared. The Garrett Railroaders, our old rivals, were able to keep ahead of us and win the meet, 62 1 3 to 54 2 ' 3. Neighborgall stood out for the visitors with 20 tallies while Groscop collected 16 for Auburn. A six-way meet at Columbia City was postponed on April 19 when the weather again interfered. Auburn was able to place first in only one event, the half-mile relay, against the powerful South Side crew from Fort Wayne on April 23. A new record for the broad jump was established when Wuttke of the visitors made a mag- nificent leap of 21 feet 4 3 ' 4 inches. The final score read 92 to 30. On April 30, Auburn won its first track meet of the season, 73 to 42, over Kendallville. Charles Groscop was again outstanding with 20 points. D. McDarby D. Kreamelmeyer R. Kle E. Grubb BM niniiin Page 72 E. Keller W. McComb W. Scott P. Daub TO THE THINLIES In the N. E. I. C. meet at the North Side field, we had to be satisfied with fifth place; South Side won the meet. Along with five other schools, Auburn was held scoreless in the sectional meet at North Side field on May 11. South Side collected 55 1 2 points to win. Six new records were established in this meet. At Columbia City Auburn came in a close second in a four-way m.eet which Garrett won. Columbia City and Kendallville came in third and fourth respectively. The record of one win and five losses for the season does not belittle the boys ' ability; three of the meets could have been taken if but one more event would have been won by Auburn. White chenille winged A ' s were presented to Lawrence Boger, Bob But- ler, Paul Daub, Ernest Foltz, Bob Garman, Charles Groscop, Gene Grubb, Derrill Hefty, Louie Helmick, Bill Kail, Earl Keller, Bob Kleeman, Melvin Knisely, Don Kreamelmeyer, Bill McComb, Denny McDarby, Kent McKenney, Don Mil- ler, Bill Scott, and Gene Wiley, student manager. Fourteen lettermen returned for the 1941 season. Coach Zeke Young predicted that other squads will have to make way for us. L. Helmick D. Mille M. Knisely K. McKenney Page 73 JUDY BUCHANAN ROY CARLSON RICHARD KING PHILIP COOL HENRY FORD DORIS SHARP MAJOR STAFF Judy Buchanan Editor-in-chief Roy Carlson _ Associate Editor Richard King Advertising Manager Philip Cool -Sales Manager Henry Ford Business Manager Doris Sharp Art Editor MINOR STAFF Lois Mains Organization Editor Chester Smith Assistant Advertising Manager James Dawson .Assistant Sales Manager Hilda Mitchner 1 Athletic Editors Kobert GarmanJ Thyra Lawhead .Music Editor Barbara Short Dramatics Editor Richard Ridlen } Q gg E t s Ann Alexander Eugene Johnson ) j umor Editors Mary Alice Swartzj Lawrence Roger ] gchool Ufe 1-erne Cripe Howard Werner } Vocational Editors Marjorie McClellan Donald Folk Photographer Gloria Davis ) j o Editors David McClintock Page 74 Top row: L. Mams, C Smith. J. Dawson, H. Mitchener, R. Garman, T, Lawhead, B. Short, R. Ridlen, A. Alexander. Second row; E. Johnson, M. A. Swartz. L. Boger, F. Gripe, H. Werner. M. McGlellon, D. Folk, G. Davis, D. McClintock. EDITORIAL The Follies ' staff felt that a change is good for all of us, so we rearranged the contents of our yearbook. Starting with the opening day of school, our calendar takes us straight through the year from the fall days into the long winter months and finally depicts the bright spring hours. We have tried to follow our theme closely. We started by making our cover dark with a light overtone so the students would get the idea of lights and shadows even before they opened the book. The staff has worked this same idea into their write-ups as much as possible, too. We, the entire Follies ' staff, wish to thank Mr. Lloyd Miller and Mr. Kenneth Ettner for their patience and good advice. The Associated Engravers cooperated with us to the fullest extent and gave us good work. Mr. Kelso Davis, our photog- rapher, who gave us fine pictures, was up in the air part of the time as you can see by the aerial picture of the high school. The David J. MoUoy plant contributed their share in making this Annual by giving us the type cover that can- not be surpassed. The Auburn Printing Company also worked hand in hand with us to make the printing outstanding. — Judy Buchanan Page 75 Top row: D. McClintock, F. Rodebaugh, B. Rothhaar, G. Renner, R. Close, R. Muhn, G. Wiley, R. Mc- Cullough, R. Morr, R. Thomas. Second row: C. Groscop, Ti Galliher, J. Warstler, M. A. Swartz, N. Wood- bury, B. Steckley, B. Short, A, Alexander, J. Buchanan. Third row: R. Graham, B. Gonser, M. Latson, V. Martin, D. Kintner, T. Wolf. H. Ford, D. Shimer, M Gramling, E. Johnson, L. Soger. Bottom row: M. Farnham, M. Yoder, T. Tallen, H. Mitchener, W. Weathers, W. Kail, M. Brown, L. Mains, B. Schaab, P. Hampshire, M. Ketcham, F. Gripe. Center: E. Axtell, J. Gra- ham, B. Williams. TRIAL BY JURY — without a rqpel A Gilbert and Sullivan operetta? you asked. Certainly I ' ll cornel The action of the one-act light opera takes place during the gay nineties, in a London courtroom. The scene opens with the usher giving instructions to the spectators while the jurymen file in. All are prepared to witness the breach of promise suit brought by the plaintiff, who claims that the defendant left her standing at the altar. When the majestic judge enters, before hearing the case, he tells the spec- tators how he became a judge — not bragging, naturally! The jurymen in a mock ceremony are sworn in for duty, after which the chorus of bridesmaids, m pretty pastel frocks and carrying Victorian bouquets, trip into the court- room. The jurymen, all of marrying age, are greatly disturbed and excited by this welcome interruption. The would-be bride finally appears, still in her wedding gown and carrying her bridal bouquet bedraggled by tears. The counsel for the plaintiff makes an ardent plea for his client, eloquently swaying the jury. After such a burst of emotion, the plaintiff seems ready to swoon, whereupon she is offered the comforting shoulder (ah ha! the vil- lains) of both the jury foreman and the judge himself. The fickle defendant, in court during the entire scene with the young blush- ing woman who is his choice today, tells his side of the complex problems, saying he did love the plaintiff yesterday, but today he loves another — thus putting that old saying, An old flame never dies, out of commission. In a surprise ending, the eminent judge decides that he himself will marry the plaintiff. So all the problems are easily solved as the curtain rings down on blossoming love. CAST Judge ...James Graham Foreman ...Raymond Close Plaintiff Betty Williams Usher Lawrence Boger Counsel Bud Axtell Defendant ' s Lady Love, M. Farnham Defendant Marlin Yoder Jury, Bridesmaids, Spectators Miss Brandon and her chorus. Page 76 JUNIOR-SENIOR BANQUET As soon as we entered the g ates at Pokagon State Park on Monday, May 21, we were ushered into the Land of Oz. An atmosphere of mystery surrounded us from the rainbow doorway to the banquet hall where jolly tinwoodmen, cowardly lions, forlorn-looking scarecrows, and ethereal fairies beckoned all to join them on their search for the wonderful Wizard, who was quite for- gotten in the gaiety of the occasion. But unlike fairies in fairyland who sup on the nectar of flov ers, 190 students, teachers, and guests feasted on a gourmand banquet. After dinner Dick Ridlen, as master of ceremonies, took charge of the pro- gram with the aid of his feminine assistant, Lois Mains. They introduced each participant in the program, the first being Superintendent McKenney, who gave a short and entertaining talk, followed by Mr. Miller, school principal, and Dr. Hall, a member of the school board. Henry Ford, president of the Junior Class, responded. Iris Pendland added to the humor of the occasion by giving a reading as only Iris can. Phyllis Hampshire ended the formal part of the program with two numbers on her electric guitar. The rest of the evening teachers and students tripped the light fantastic to the music of Howdy Wilcox and his orchestra. Less nimble-feeted members enjoyed themselves playing games — ping-pong, Chinese checkers, and cards. The committees in charge of the banquet were: finance, Lawrence Boger, chairman. Gene Johnson and Barbara Short; entertainment, Lawrence Boger, chairman, Mary Alice Swartz, Bob Gorman, and Lois Mains; menu, Barbara Short, chairman. Iris Swain, Thyra Lawhead, and Betty Schooley; place. Gene Grubb and Feme Cripe; decoration, Judy Buchanan, chairman, Jim Dawson, Dick King, Gerald Kraus, Roy Carlson, Norma Galliher, Ann Alexander, and Hilda Mitchner. Doesn ' t this look nice Senior banqueters . . . Swartz is loose again . . . Junior- Part of the decoration committee Page 77 Some of the faculty members playing ball . . . It ' s no work for King . . . What a big bite . . . Just picnickers THE LAST DAY As a climax to a very interesting school year, all the classes go to Circle Park at Hamilton Lake to enjoy a day of both rest and amusement (mostly amusement). Everyone is prepared to have a good time on his final day of school life for that year. The food is the mam feature of the program. The P.-T. A. furnished plenty of baked ham, and the student body provided the rest of the menu which included that long-awaited ice cream. At the call for dinner, pandemonium broke loose, and at the head of the line, engineering things, were none other than Zeke Young and Pop Weathers, determined to hold back the grand rush. In the afternoon the various concessions were opened, and everyone was busy swim ming, boating, skating, dancing, and pitching horseshoes. Mr. Cosper, who is an expert at this latter pastime, challenged everyone to defeat him, but at the end of the day he was still victorious, though very weary. Fmally everyone was forced to leave al- though each one hated to stop his good time. The seniors felt downhearted because they knew they were leaving high school, and the eighth graders in high spirits because they felt they were beginning a new phase in their school life. Illllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll! Page 78 H u m o r Page 79 The MPaily tPrihhle Edition: 1+2 = 3 Price: 8 to the bar THE BIOGRAPHY OF EDDIE -or— THE TALE OF A TUBA TOOTER On the never-to-be-forgotten day of the 7th of September, 1924, which was just two years after the 7th of September, 1922, there entered into this world beneath a thatch of flaming red hair, one, Charles Edwin Hornaday. Everyone said they thought he would becomie President but at that time no one knew of Frank- lin D, Time marches on; Edwin is now three and meets his first girl and she falls. It was a terribly icy day and she could- n ' t help it. This was the be- ginning of his adventures in love. After much deliberation as to whether he should enter school at six or give the teach- ers a chance to catch up, he finally decided to enroll. Upon completing his second year of school, he received his degree cum laude a la love. But after several disappoint- ments in romance which came about in his fifth year in school, he decided to leave love alone. Then his atten- tions turned to music, and he published his first two thou- sand organ melodies. Then he met his true love, one would never guess, but it was a grocery store. There he gained his I ' m going to do it technique by practicing with a sack of sugar which was bound to be sweet. On Sadie Hawkin ' s day of 1940, he p it this marvelous method into use at Buchanan ' s week- ly Friday night brawl. After leaving three of Auburn ' s most promising belles breath- less from his whirlwind sugar AUBURN TO HAVE GREAT EXPLORER sack attack, he decided it was all too strenuous and vowed to himself, Never Again. These two words he liked so well that he w. ' Ote his first opera and gave it the same title, Never Again. This opera has won world-wide acclaim. The old saying still goes, You can ' t keep a good man down (or does it). Anyway Ed Wyn could not keep out of the love light. He discovered another love and the darkest place he could find was the local theater. After this the local movie emporium was blessed with his presence every other Sun- day night accompanied by this certain young lady. Then he got his banquet date. Oh, yes, we mustn ' t forget to mention that Edwin attrib- utes his success to eating ' Wheaties and to following the advice of Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy. Word has just been received by Principal Lloyd Miller from Professor I. O. Footleberry that he will lecture before the A. H. S. assembly, Mayrember 33. Perhaps many of you do not know Professor Huckleber- ry, and so we will advance a few facts concerning him. He is the sponsor of the Zanzibar trip and cartoon. He is one of the most outstanding world ex- plorers of all time. He has even explored the wilds of Kentucky. For one-half hour preceding his lecture, he will offer for sale his newest book, Dandy Lion or Arabian Nights Along the Mohawk. The price of this book will only be $5.33 ' 3 or deux francs in France. With each purchase. Professor Tric- kleberry will present his auto- graph and one box of Handy Andy corn pads. During the course of his lec- ture, he will show motion pic- tures of some of his most inter- esting experiences. He will be accompanied by two of his Page 81 THE DAILY DRIBBLE able assistants, former A. H. S. alumni. Dr. No Hair Pfister and Professor No I. Q. (Sam) Brown. Professor Raspberry ' s talk will cover his activities in Lar- goo, Africa, where he met up with the Boolie Hoolie Tribe, a fierce tribe living in the vicin- ity of the tomb of King Alfonso Strut. Professor Whotleberry had spent many years in seek- ing this famous tomb only to meet the greatest disappoint- ment of his life upon finding it. On entering the tomb he noticed all that remained was some empty Kams beer cans and several drunken natives. This did not discourage Pro- fessor Whiffleberry. He changed his plans and went to South America to find his one time companion. Doctor Felix Zep- sfkk, noted daydreomer, who was lost in the wilds of Or- buga while looking for the last Mohican. These are a few of the Pro- fessor ' s experiences. This just gives you a sample of what a man can do with a can of beans, two bottles of con- densed milk, and a compass won at the DeKalb County Fair. Prof. Whizzleberry brought back a few relics, such as, a set of Orbuga trap drums (sheep skin over a barrel and tin plate) a set of bones (sure 7 every time) and many other interesting articles. The Professor has had a translator, another Auburn alumni. Miss Feme Cripe. She has traveled exclusively with the Professor. She speaks 705 foreign languages and a little French, so don ' t fail to see the Professor when he hits town. Classified Ads If you can classify them you can have them LOST — Many brave hearts in the past year. WANTED— A ride to Garrett — please inform Gene Johnson. HELP WANTED— To murder a few eighth graders. See Megan Farnham. BLUE CAB TAXI SERVICE Jim Fitch — proprietor and pilot. Joan Miller — stewardess How to be a good listener — Pat Phelps, instructor — she has learned from Garrett. Quotes Quance: Quality quadruple quinces qualify quick, quality queens quite queer questions quebec ' s quiet — aw, who cares. HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO WIN A TRIP TO ZANZIBAR? WELL SO WOULD WE SMARTY It ' s Gigantic! It ' s Colossal! It ' s a Swindle! It is so easy that you can ' t win. We see to that. All you have to do is write the last line to the limerick below on the back of a ten-dollar bill and mail it to our offices not later than December 59, 1874. If you don ' t have the ten-dollar bill handy, merely carve it neatly in your assembly desk top and throw it in the nearest cuspidor. Rules 1. 2. Everyone is eligible except Auburn High students and their families. In case of ties, the winner will be awarded a speedy Piston Slap six now on display in F. W. Weather ' s room. After you have written the limerick: a. Tell how many ways there are to .spell cat. b. Find 3,425 mistakes on this page. c. Shave and go to bed. The Limerick There once was a fellow from Naptown, Who went to class in his nightgown. With considerable noise. He woke all the boys. Page 82 THE DAILY DRIBBLE ARE YOU A MENTAL WIZARD??? Doctors Swartz and G. Johnson have, after much research, compiled this exam to test your knowledge. The time allotted for each question is in the parenthesis preceding it. I. (One Hour) Tourav S ' n rnv rapaoov kvpos te kai norpotua rapnxbe kai edevovto elow rns oridoui Tavinuev ouv rn nuepa ouk euaxerora Baoxeus. Tovto to xpvalov tote equkev ettei ropnxvo ai deka uvepse. Avtis eretia reouve kvaeto xaas avalons. Do you c onsider this especially significant? (Answer yes or no.) II. (One minute) What Color is Gray ' s Elegy? III. (Take your time on this one) What was Let George Do it? On second thought, maybe you shouldn ' t answer this question. IV. (Freshman, one hour, sophomores, one- half hour, juniors, fifteen minutes, seniors, do you need any time?) What is the gravel pit used for beside swimming and the removal of gravel? V. (As quickly as possible) a Can Y ou make sulphuric acid? b Why not? VI. (Two minutes) Es war ein mal ein kleine Spitz, Er glaubt er v are zu alle nutz Mun kamm ein etwas ganz die quer — Er Burmpt und bellt und knurl so sehr. a. What is a Spitz? b. Do you care? VII. (Two minutes) Whom was the Spanish-American War between? (Mark any two) a. Spain, b. America. VIII. (Better hurry, it ' s getting late) What date will the Fourth of July fall on in 1947? (If Fioosevelt is still President, skip this question.) IX. (Thirty minutes) Write a fifty word essay on assembly programs, stating whether you are for or against them. Now count the words. How many? X. (Five seconds) She walks in beauty like the night Of cloudless climes and starry skies And all that ' s best of dark and bright Meet in her aspect and her eyes — Thus mellowed to that tender light Which heaven to gaudier day denies. Isn ' t this pretty? XI. (C ' mon. Hurry!) Who is Big Mick? a. A homing pigeon? b A rummy deck without spades? XII. (Ten minutes) Na Cl= + (BOr)3-, V3,672,416.023 +. 0-rH,SO,. What does the stand for? Discuss, XIII. (Five minutes grace from question XII) The assembly is always well heated. (Check one) a. false b. false. XIV. (One hour) A knowledge of the emotional setting of a selection is very valuable to the interpreter who is looking for the most meaningful interpretation? a. How ■ many commas in the above statement? b. (Watch out, this is a trick question.) };V. (Answer immediately and scram) Spell Tchaikowsky (Notice to students: Don ' t bother to answer these questions since any student who spells his name anywhere nearly correct vill get an A.) TENDER MEATS (OH, SO TENDER!) Direct from farmer to market — BOGER AND SWARTZ, Inc. May 42, 1941 R A S S L I N G TIGER PENDLAND vs. MIDGET McDARBY WINNER TAKE ALL Held on the fourth floor of the court house. Page 83 THE DAILY DRIBBLE DATE CALENDAR FOR THE BOYS Name lusJ Who Looks Dancer Height Line Clothes Lois Mains G. A. A. Jr.-Sr. Play Smoothie Definitely Average Nice Tasty Ann Alexander G. A A. Annual Attractive O.K.I A bit on the tall side Unraveled by yards Smart Barbara Short Play Outdoor Of course Above Age of Unique Annual Girl average innocence Joyce Weller Wind- jammer Sr. Hist. Club Not hard to take ????? Under average You ' ll like it. Really neat Mildred Johnson G. R. G A, A, Chorus Cute Better than some Per usual Stream- lined Not at all bad Betty Schaab G. A. A. G. R. We ' re still looking for them. Fair Sub- average Beware Attractive FOR THE GIRLS Name Just Who Looks Dancer Height Line Clothes Dick King Hi-Y Annual Handsome Punk Comfort- ably tall Kinda shy Neat Denny McDarby Hi-Y 3-Letter- Cute Not too bad Sky- scraper I love me Sloppy George Broderick Hi-Y Not badl Good Football Dick Ridlen Yell, drama Humphrey Super Football Bogart Hi-Y type Lav rence Boger Play Valentino Fair Track Bob Eckhart All sports OK Hi-Y No OK for av- Perpetual Dashing erage girl motion (and loud) He ' s growing He likes Duke Joe College Tall enough Only a fair one Not bad at all Over six Can talk on any subject Fair WANTED; Bigger and better jam sessions on Friday night. See G. Kraus. FOR SALE: A battered drum — seen much use. Phone 320. f Do you suffer from colds ' You do ' ! ' Well, see Buchanan or Daub about their prescription for quick relief. Page 84 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 41 CITY CAFE N. E. YODER GENERAL CONTRACTOR CONSTRUCTION, FINISHING, AND CABINET WORK OF ALL KINDS PHONE 447 215 S. DIVISION ST. AUBURN, INDIANA RADIOS WASHERS RANGES REFRIGERATORS SKELGAS STOVES LIBBING ' S GOOD HOUSEKEEPING SHOP YOUR SERVICE STORE 408 So. Main St. SKELGAS SERVICE Phone 2 54 Page 85 PEARSE PRINTING (MODERN5ACCOUNT SYSTEM CO ) I L D ■ X- PHONE 352 n , , Job rrrnting north st. Kubber otamps Page 86 it . SWARTZ SUPER MARKET OUR LOW PRICES ALWAYS KEEP US BUSY PHONE 142 AUBURN, INDIANA Compliments To The Class of 1941 BOSTON STORE AUBURN, INDIANA Just before a long vacation Zeke said to his boys ' gym class, I hope you will have a nice vacation and lose some of your grouchiness. Same to youl was the innocent (?) reply. Miss Duguid: Paul, give me three collective nouns. Paul Daub: Fly-paper, waste-basket, and garbage-can. Miss Armstrong; What are three verb forms? George Hidy: Indicative, interrogative, and imperative. Miss Armstrong: Give an example of each. George Hidy: Tom is sick — pause — Is Tom sick? — longer pause — Sic ' em, Tom! TRIANGLE COAL COKE CO. AUBURN, INDIANA EVENTUALLY WE WILL BE RECOMMENDED TO YOU PHONE 627 Page 87 Compliments of ujeineRTS THE FAMILY SHOE STORE We Fit Feet THANKS AND BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 41 « ■ !■ ■ ■ DAVIS STUDIO AUBURN. INDIANA PHONE 110 HOMESTEAD DAIRY PRODUCER TO CONSUMER WE PASTEURIZE PHONE 722R-1 Page 88 AUBURN SHOE SHOP HIGH GRADE SHOE REPAIRING We Will Pay $10 For Any Pair Of Shoes We Cannot Fix D. PALUMBO 105 E. 9TH STREET If she wants a holiday — Transmitter. If she talks too mach — Interrupter. If she wants a date — Meter. If she wants to call — Receiver. If she wants an escort — Conductor. If she ' s slow of comprehension — Accelerator. If she ' s narrow in her views — Amplifier. If she goes up in the air — Condenser. If she ' s hungry — Feeder. If she eats too much — Reducer. If her hands are cold — Heater. AUBURN DAIRY PASTEURIZED DAIRY PRODUCTS A. J. HAYNES PHONE 160 FORD G. NEWTON COAL AND COKE PHONE 101 106 ENSLEY AVENUE Page 89 COMPLIMENTS OF THE City National Bank OF AUBURN   MEMBER FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION START THE THRIFT HABIT NOW Page 90 Lli CHOOSE YOUR HIGHWAY Traveling over the International highway towards a career in business is a pleasant and profitable experience. Graduates of International can look back on a year of pleasant memories as to school life, and can, vith efficient training, look forward to the future with confidence. INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE School of Commerce 1889 52nd Year 1941 Fort Wayne, Indiana Enrollment Limited to High School Graduates With Our Compliments BETTER HOME FURNISHINGS Gerig Furniture Company Funeral Directors AUBURN, INDIANA PHONE 300-W PHONE 84 VAN SCOIK ' S RESTAURANT Always Serving a Complete Line of SANDWICHES SHORT ORDERS MEALS 209 N. MAIN STREET AUBURN, INDIANA Page 91 Nebelung Shoe Store, Inc. GIVES QUALITY SHOES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Pedograph X-Ray Fitting The Perfect Way FOR YOUR PROTECTION All widths AAAA to EEE — Sizes 2 ' o to 10 J. J. NEWBERRY COMPANY 5_10_25c 107-109 NORTH MAIN STREET AUBURN, INDIANA DILGARD BROTHERS Funeral Service Furniture Store Page 92 Compliments of BLUE SEAL BAKERY NORTH MAIN STREET PHONE 82 Her cheeks are as fresh as a morning shave — I ' d lather be alone Her lips as cool as face lotion Tinted with alum And she ' s seen on every corner What ' s her name again Barbara Pole. What brand is that cigarette? Baseball special. There ain ' t no such brand. Sure there is. It was a grounder and I picked it up. ' THANKS TO THE CLASS OF ' 41 FOR ITS BUSINESS IN THE PAST YEAR TEMPLE CAFE Grace Krick and Florence Soboslay, Mgrs. Pearl Dress Shop Misses ' and Women ' s Apparel and Accessories PHONE 157 SIXTH AT NORTH MAIN AUBURN, INDIANA Page 93 BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF ' 41 G. L. FOLEY PATTERN COMPANY Manufacturers of Wood and Metal Pattern Equipment AUBURN, INDIANA 502 W. Eleventh Street Telephone 149 The Auburn State Bank Save Now for Future Needs o ■ - NIGHT DEPOSIT SERVICE MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION MEMBER FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM Compliments of KOLBE STANDARD SERVICE Tires — Batteries — Accessories Gasoline — Oil Phone 65 BEST SERVICE ALWAYS AUBURN, INDIANA Corner 5 th Main Page 94 GENGNAGEL COAL COMPANY COAL — COKE STOKER COAL PHONE 738 CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 41 AUBURN BURNER CO. STOKERS — OIL BURNERS AIR CONDITIONING HOT WATER HEATERS IF YOU DON ' T GET SOME OF THAT GOOD HOME MADE ICE CREAM AT BISHOP ' S CONFECTIONERY YOU ARE MISSING A TREAT Page 95 LINCOLN ZEPHYR • MERCURY • FORD SALES SERVICE EXPERT REPAIRING GLENN E. NICOLAI, Manager 203 EAST 9TH STREET AUBURN, INDIANA Joseph Lige HEATING AND VENTILATING CONTRACTOR PHONE 231 AUBURN, INDIANA OUR BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1941 STEBING COAL COMPANY THE HOME OF GOOD COAL PROMPT DELIVERY PHONE 195 COURTEOUS SERVICE POTTER ' S GROCERY For QUALITY GROCERIES AND MEATS • GENERAL DELIVERY PHONE 185 Page 96 ENORMOUS STOCKS SMARTEST STYLES QUALITY MERCHANDISE PRICED RIGHT IT PAYS TO TRADE A T DEKALB COUNTY ' S LARGEST DEPARTMENT STORE READY-TO-WEAR DRY GOODS FLOOR COVERINGS CLOTHING - r c:: Page 97 CALENDARS GREETING CARDS Messenger Corporation PHONE 34 -4 .- Vj ADVERTISING SPECIALITIES NOVELTIES Page 98 y CompliTneuts of LANDY ' S QUALITY MEN ' S WEAR CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1941 RENNER ' S NORTH END MARKET Jim Fitch: My car runs a little way and then stops. Joanne Miller: A spurt model, eh? Schaab: I ' m forgetting men. Farnham: So am 1. I ' m for getting a couple of them as soon as possible. Cinderella: Godmother, must I leave the ball at twelve? The Good Fairy: You ' ll not go at all if you don ' t stop swearing. Tourists: You, Indians, don ' t say much. Indian: Oh, we have our reservations. GARNS CANDY CO. wholesale Distributors of Candy, Coco-Cola, Fountain Supplies, Fancy Box Candies and School Supplies YOUR BUSINESS HIGHLY APPRECIATED Page 99 Compliments Cairn) Q MlB MUiiA CHAIN CO. S.CEDAR QZJ IPffilCDCail FLOWERS for every occasion WEDDING DECORATIONS, CORSAGES POTTED PLANTS WE TELEGRAPH FLOWERS FELKE FLORIST 1008 S. Cedar Phone 603 SAVE WITH ICE DEKALB ICE COMPANY PHONE 68 Page 100 To the CLASS of 1941 Auburn is justly proud of you, and proud of your individual accomplishments. It w elcomes you into civic and social life, with confidence that you are to be trusted with its traditions and capable of its leadership. We hope that you w ill make Auburn a better place in w hich to live by constantly promoting those act- ivities w hich benefit your community. What helps business helps your community Originators and -world ' s largest manufacturers of cement ap- plied soles and makers of AUB-RUBR molded rubber household utensils, toys and rubber soles for shoe factories. AUBURN RUBBER CORPORATION AUBURN, INDIANA Page 101 MARTINS ' AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE PACKARD North Main Street Telephone 695 AUBURN, INDIANA Do you room with a trackman ' No, why? Oh, the other day I thought I saw a runner in your hose. McDarby: One more kiss and I ' ll be off. Short: If that ' s all you want you must be. Carlson: Doctor! Doctor: Yes? Carlson: I ' ve broken my arm. Doctor: My word, how did it happen? Carlson: 1 had a nightmare in bookkeeping class and lost my balance. ' THE ENGRAVINGS FOR THIS YEAR BOOK - WERE PREPARED BY THE ASSOCIATED ENGRAVING CO. R. L. HOLBEN AUTO CO. CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH ' ' OUR REPUTATION IS YOUR PROTECTION 215 EAST 7TH STREET PHONE 5 5W Page 102 BUY YOUR GROCERIES AND MEATS — AT — HOOK ' S GROCERY PHONE 560 1001 S. JACKSON ST. WE DELIVER ff o m p i i m en i 5 and S 2 5 t W I 5 k e i TO THE CLASS OF 1941 The Auburn Lion ' s Club, Inc. Prof: What is mean winter temperature in Indiana? Student: Bloomburg has the meanest. Prof: You are stupid. I doubt if you could tell the difference between a donkey and me. Student: What a charming allegation] Won ' t you come over here on the couch with me for a while and be nice to me? But, Fred, I can only spare a minute. Oh, that ' s all right. I ' m studying to be an efficiency expert. Page 103 GENERAL INSURANCE WEST BROTHERS Masonic Temple Building Phone 99 AUBURN, INDIANA LIFE INSURANCE Compliments of ELSON PFEFFERL AUTO SERVICE Corner 9th and Jackson Phone 155 Compliments Warner Automotive Parts Division BORG- WARNER CORPORATION • AUBURN INDIANA Page 104 Say it with flowers Phone 111-W LATEST IN DESIGNING . . . Res. 111-R Ten Eycks FLORAL ARTISTS Edna ' TeTEy ' ct AUBURN, INDIANA YOU DON ' T HAVE TO GO ELSEWHERE TO SEE THE BIGGEST AND BEST PICTURES You Can See Them at The COURT THEATRE b ECONOMY CLEANING — PRESSING LAUNDRY Phone 33 3 210 N. Jackson St. AUBURN, INDIANA BUY FOOD WITH CONFIDENCE AT YOUR NEARBY KROGER STORE Rock Bottom Prices Prevail in all departments to take the strain off your Food Budget — KROGER ' S AMAZING GUARANTEE assures Com- plete Satisfaction with every purchase. Page 105 ' L. WAITE WIDNEY Sheet Metal, Plumbing, Heating, Roofing and Furnaces 12 5 WEST SIXTH STREET AUBURN, INDIANA PHONE 752 AUBURN OIL COMPANY wholesale and Retail ' BONDED GASOLINE, OIL, TIRES AND BATTERIES SERVICE STATION South Wayne Street SMITH SCHENHER STANDARD SERVICE Phone 764 Main and Twelfth Streets AUBURN, INDIANA FOR COMPLETE PROTECTION INSURE WITH HERVEY D. WEAVER INSURANCE AGENCY Established 1894 106 North Cedar Street AUBURN, INDIANA Page 106 COMPLIMENTS AND BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF ' 41 H. C. HOODELMIER SERVICE QUALITY Phone 207 120 Ensley Avenue Pat, the TIRE man Compliments of NU-WAY SHOE REBUILDERS WEST NINTH STREET HOTEL BUILDING ARMSTRONG ' S HOME STORE QUALITY GROCERIES AND MEATS D. K. A R M S T R O N G 1343 South Jackson Street FREE DELIVERY PHONE 626 Page 107 Just Borrow America ' s THE STORE THAT Greatest Collection of WILL Color Schemes From Make Usl MONEY TALK It ' s America ' s Largest, most beaut- PENNEY ' S iful collection of color schemes, all shown with full, actual-color pho- tographs! And it ' s now available for your inspection in your ow n home — at absolutely no cost to you! Borrow it from us. From its hundreds of smart, authenic and We could give you a dozen reasons for shopping at Penney ' s. But the most convincing one is CASH. The practical color-styling ideas, you more cash you spend at Penney ' s can quickly and easily choose the color schemes perfect for your house, its every room. Just phone the more you SAVE — Penney ' s cash prices are consistently low. us. There ' s no cost or obligation for this exclusive, free service. Culbertso n Hardware Co. J. C. PENNEY CO. Auburn, Indiana Incorporated YOUR FRIEND— SICK OR WELL whether you are sick or w ell, our store is ready to help you day and night throughout the year — if sick, to help you regain health; if well, to protect your health, comfort and happiness. STAMAN DRUG CO. CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF ' 41 MAINS WELDING REFRIGERATOR SERVICE F. W. MAINS, PROP. 300 N. JACKSON Page K TYPE DO AUBURN 5TOKER TYPE DO AUBURN STOKER The manufacture of coal burning equipment by this company dates from 1908, and has progressed to an advanced position in Stoker Manufacturing. Its success in a highly specialized field is attributed to an exceptionally meritous product and adherence to sound merchandising principles. Electrical control, built by nationally known manufacturers, regulates the operation of the Au- burn Stoker with absolute and unvarying depend- ability. Auburn covers the stoker field from 4 to 1000 boiler horse power. There is an Auburn Stoker for the smallest household warm air furnace. FORREST (DICK) CLOUSE 208 East 3rd Street DeKALB CO. REPRESENTATIVE Phone 268 AUBURN FOUNDRY INC. QUALITY CASTINGS — STOKERS AUBURN, INDIANA Page 109 ROMEISER DRUG STORE AUBURN, INDIANA CAMERAS OF ALL KINDS Magazines Greeting Cards Soda PHONE 118 ENSLEY AVENUE GOODALL LUMBER CO. LUMBER— HARDWARE— PAINT — «g- S 1 AUBURN, INDIANA BISHOP BODY SERVICE BODY AND FENDER WORK, RE-PAINTING AND WRECK WORK Yon Must Be Satisfied 600 West 15th Street Telephone 720 Page 110 THE S. K. SMITH COMPANY MOLLOY MADE EMBOSSED BOOK COVERS EMBOSSED LEATHERETTE PRODUCTS 28 57 North Western Avenue Chicago, Illinois She: My mother said when I wcis a little girl 1 was like a flower. ' He: Quit pollen my legl She: Then when I was thirteen, she said I was like a bird. He: Trying to wing me, eh? She: — flitting — . He: Quick Henry! She: — from limb to limb — He: 1 see — a lap-sitter! She: — searching for a man like you! He: Oh, — a school girl! Why do you think he ' s from the North? . He dances as if he had snowshoes on. IF IT ' S DONE BY HEAT, YOU CAN DO IT BETTER WITH GAS PROMPT AND COURTEOUS SERVICE NORTHERN INDIANA FUEL AND LIGHT CO. GRADUATE TO BETTER FOOD EAT MASTER BAKERY PRODUCTS HOUSE TO HOUSE OVEN TO HOME Page 111 WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE ' AUTOMOBILE ACCESSORIES Motor Oil, Tires, Tools, Lubricants, Electrical Wiring, Appliances ELECTRICAL FIXTURES SPORTING GOODS J. R. TOBEY 110 West 7th Street FISHING TACKLE R. R. JOHNSON Phone 2 5 GO TO KRETZ GROCERY FOR ECONOMY AND SERVICE Auburn, Indiana Two little boys stood on the corner. A little girl passed by. Said one: Her neck ' s dirty. Said the other: Her does? Kleeman: I ' ve never known anyone like you before. That ' s why I like you so much . . . because you ' re different. Rice: That ' s why I like you, too . . . because I ' m different. Little girl, who put all those tattoo marks on you? My father did. Oh, I see. Illustrated by the author. I think I ' ll go on a bender, said the fly as he started crawling around a pretzel. Bowling FOR GOOD, CLEAN, HEALTHFUL FUN AND EXERCISE BOWL AT AUBURN RECREATION CENTER Page 112 W. K. SCHAAB CO. LOANS AND INSURANCE REAL ESTATE 107 EAST NINTH STREET M. HEBEL CO. MARKET AND GROCERY PHONE 6 OUR OWN DELIVERY SYSTEM AUBURN, INDIANA HEATING PLUMBING Benj. More Co. ' s Paints, Varnishes and Enamels ■ ■ M ■ ■ JACK FLETCHER 13 5 EAST NINTH STREET AUBURN, INDIANA SMART CORSAGES, ARM BOUQUETS Or other Arrangements of Flo ' wers, Based On Latest Available Styles COUGILL ' S GREENHOUSE PHONE 20 713 South Indiana Ave. AUBURN Page 113 RIEKE METAL PRODUCTS CORPORATION PHONE 8 50 AUBURN, INDIANA AUBURN ICE CREAM SHOPPE We Make Our Otun Ice Cream SANDWICHES 5-1 Oc 121 WEST SEVENTH STREET AUBURN, INDIANA Mi. Weathers: Am I making too much noise, Mr. Schock ' ? I notice you ' re having trouble sleeping. Foltz: I ' m in favor of the English mode of spelling. Mitchner: Yes? Foltz:: Yeh; take ' parlour ' for instance. A parlor ' s no good without ' u ' in it. Wanta neck? ' No! Wanta spoon? No! So he gave her a wing and a fork, and the dinner went smoothly on. LUMM ' S GROCERY FOR SERVICE AND SATISFACTION PHONE 121 SOUTH JACKSON STREET Page 114 Compliments of AUBURN MANUFACTURING CO. Dotter: Just think, all the silk in this dress came from an insignificant little worm. Mutter: Betty, you should have more respect for your father. Hello, coach. I thought you were told not to drink while in training. What makes you think I ' ve been drinking? I ' m not the coach. First Old Maid: 1 shiver every time 1 think of a handsome young man kissing me. Second Old Maid: And here I ' ve been thinking you had St. Vitus Dance all these years. LET US SOLVE YOUR TIRE PROBLEMS NATIONAL TIRE SERVICE TIRE RECAPPING AND VULCANIZING PHONE 291 ;. ' 1629 S. Wayne Street Auburn, Indiana CITIZENS LUMBER CO. INC. AUBURN, INDIANA PHONE 150 Page 115 CONGRATULATIONS HAMMAN ' S GROCERY QUALITY GROCERIES AND MEATS We DELIVER Corner of Ninth and Indiana Avenue Phone 23 5-J TRI-STATE COLLEGE ANGOLA, INDIANA B. S. Degree in 2 1-2 years in Aeronautical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Radio Engineering. B. S. Degree in 2 years in Accounting and Business Administra- tion Short (Diploma) courses in Drafting and Surveying. Catalog mailed upon request DAILEY MOTOR SALES 220 N. MAIN ST. Auburn, Indiana SHELL GASOLINE SHELL OILS DODGE - PLYMOUTH SALES - SERVICE 24 HOUR SERVICE Phone 779 GRADUATION IS THE FIRST BIG EVENT IN THE LIVES OF YOUNG PEOPLE A GIFT OF JEWELRY FROM LITTLE ' S Will Bring Memories of Happy School Days Through Years To Come Page 116 Compliments of RUSSELL ' S CONFECTIONERY FOUNTAIN SERVICE DRUGS SODAS $5.00 — — $7.50 PARKER ' S VACUUMATIC FOUNTAIN PENS ' FRANK H. HUBBARD DRUG STORE MAGAZINES NYAL DRUG STORE OF SERVICE PHONE 181 . AUBURN, INDIANA Little Lucy had just returned from the children ' s party and had been called into the dining room to be exhibited before the dinner guests. Tell the ladies what mama ' s little darling did at the party, urged the proud mother. I frowed up, said little Lucy. Dope: Can you think of anything worse than diving into a pool 100 feet deep and not being able to swim? Ditto: Yes, jumping 100 feet into the air and not being able to fly. One of those dear old-fashioned gentlemen: May 1 kiss your hand? She: Whatsa matter, is my mouth dirty? THE UP-TOWN RESTUARANT REGULAR MEALS o N THE SQUARE SHORT ORDERS 117 E. NINTH STREET AUBURN, INDIANA Page 117 LEWIS W. POORE JEWELER GIFTS FOR GRADUATION 3 08 S. MAIN ST. PHONE 3 66 FARM SUPPLIES BABY CHICKS ASSOCIATION, INC. Phone (Hk j 22 AUBURN, INDIANA LUMBER AND BUILDING SUPPLIES I II SALES gpr SERVICE Complete Shop and Parts Department WRECK CAR SERVICE FENDER AND BODY SERVICE Phone 93 ROHM CHEVROLET, Inc. Fifth and Main Page 118 Congratulations To The Class of 1941 MID-WEST DAIRY QUALITY DAIRY PRODUCTS PHONE 90 VERNE ROCKWELL Showalter: What are you going to do when you get out of school? Ridlen: Probably join the army. Showalter: What division are you going to join ' Ridlen: The infantry. Showalter: That ' s O.K. I was in the infantry during the last war. t. Kidlen: The infantry, why you were a baby at that time. Showalter: Well, 1 was in the infantry. One cold and rainy day three thousand years ago, Aesop stood shackled before 42,031 armed Roman soldiers. He raised his hands to command silence, drew himself up to his full height, looked them squarely in the eye and uttered these immortal words: Hi, Elmer] DEKALB REALTY SERVICE CO., INC. REAL ESTATE RENTALS ABSTRACTS OF TITLE INSURANCE MORTGAGE LOANS A Complete Real Estate Service for Farm or City Property First Floor Chamber of Commerce Bldg. 116 SOUTH CEDAR TELEPHONE 123 DRINK DELICIOUS and REFRESHING HAVE A CASE SENT TO YOUR HOME Page 119 Tke 7oUle6 o 1941 was printed in the modernly equipped plant of the Auburn Printing Co. PLAN ART COPY PRINTING Page 120 lilL.