Auburn High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Auburn, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 74 of the 1951 volume:

« ®SSMi -- msg m. IN MOST CASES the study hall allowed ample time for students to prepare their advanced assignments, if the time was utilized. SOME STUDENTS put in extra time at home on difficult lessons, or “cramming” for tests. MANY AN HOUR of the students’ time was devoted to the dozens of committee jobs that were assigned by the various organizations. FUTURE PLANS for most senior boys this year included some serious consideration of the possibility of going into military service. Auburn Students Tyica Of Today's Teen-agers Auburn high students are as typical of the teenagers of today as any group can be. They have an effervescence and seemingly inexhaust-able supply of energy waiting to be directed into the proper channels, and will work and play with equal gusto when “inspired” to do so. AHS’crs enjoy their parties, “puppy love1’ affairs, fads, sports, and club activities, but at the same time they spend a great deal of time pondering and solving the problems of personal adjustment, finances, and post-graduation careers. Yes, Auburn students are typical, and, like the other youth of the nation who have experienced the same “growing pains,” they are willing and eager to grapple with the more complex problems of the world. STEADIES” found ample opportunities to meet between classes, on the front lawn, or on coke” dates. RELAXATION for teenagers consist of numerous activities. test at the winter party. Few parties, large or small, are This year square dancing became a pleasant contrast to social considered complete without dancing of some sort, dancing. The junior “square” easily won the interclass con- MONTHLY MEETINGS are held by the Board of Education to determine the general policies of operating the school. This group consists of (L to R) Fred Rothert, Chester May, Frederick Allen, G c 0 White. E. Peterson, a Ritch ie' John MANY INTERESTED IN Numerous elements are necessary to provide an adequate educational system in any community, but the most important of these are a conscientious board of education, a smooth functioning administration, and a well-qualified staff of teachers. The Auburn Board of Education consists of six men chosen by the vote of the people at the local elections. This group meets on the first Monday of each month to determine the general policies of the school, and to decide how the tax money will be spent to the best advantage of the students. Dozens of small problems of school organization are handled daily by the administration, so the big problems are taken care of in their embryo stage. The superintendent and principal arc also in a position to keep the parents and general public informed about the school program. Each classroom teacher is a specialist in his subject field, since he is picked to teach a specific course, not just to teach any course that is open. The teachers also realize that students often need help with their individual problems, and are willing to spend extra time and effort to offer aid or advice. In Auburn these three important elements are working well together, and so this community can boast of having one of the best secondary school systems in the state. auburn school superintendent F. don maclay 4 JUDGING from the speed and efficiency of these four dishwashers, they have had some previous experience at this job. PLENTY OF FOOD was available when all the teachers in Auburn held their first picnic at the Legion park last fall. EXTRA DUTY for the faculty comes at district tournaments and music contests when tickets must be sold and collected. PRINCIPAL HARRY WEEKLY ARTHUR GILBERT Science DALLAS EVANS Coach • Social Studies RALPH CHATELAIN Instrumental Music RALF GRAHAM Journalism • Social Studies HILDA HAHN English . Spanish MRS. BETTY NELSON English DUANE NIELSEN Agriculture W I L D A KING Science MRS. MARILYN NIELSEN Homemaking MARION RIST Commerce MRS. RUTH ANN STEELE Vocal Music ALICE WEBSTER English 6 HOMECOMING ACTIVITIES gave the freshmen their first cardboard placard advertising the coming event. A faculty real chance to feel that they really ‘'belonged.” Each wore a committee selected the two best signs at convocation. Freshmen Take Year To Learn About AHS Each fall a new crop of “green” freshies enter the halls of AHS for the fret time, eager to learn all there is to know about high school life. They soon discover that their graduation four years hence will depend on the successful completion of at least 160 semester hours of work in the academic and vocational courses offered. Also, as their time and ability permits, they can take part in some of the special school activities such as music, dramatics, athletics, journalism, and club work. Since the freshman year is the basic year, the newcomers have less choice in their classes this year than any other. English, social studies, and math are required of all students. Those interested in the vocational subjects of homemaking, agriculture, and shop, start in these fields, while the remainder of the group takes general science as their fourth basic course. Most of the freshman’s time is taken up with class work, but the more ambitious members begin to investigate the possibilities of the special activities of freshman football, “B” basketball, Pep club, band, and chorus. Thus, as the rough edges are smoothed off, the freshman begins to feel that he “belongs.” SPECIAL PROJECTS, such as designing jackets for book report books, keep the freshmen interested in this most basic of all school classes, English. The students cannot hope to gain success in other classes unless they understand what they read, and can express themselves clearly. ALL SET for a shock are the members of the freshman general sc ence class who are learning, during an experiment with the static machine that the human body is a conductor of electricity. This is how the pause that refreshes” starts In the Nebraska City bottling plant. The clean bottles are checked for defects by Glen Conway (1) as they emerge from the washer. Otto Herzog (2) puts the finished ‘•Cokes” in cases. The newly enlarged plant (3) makes it possible to set up an assembly line (4) that will turn out 96 bottles a minute. Gene Schreiner checks and Roy Sterling loads the case onto his truck for distribution in Auburn and vicinity 5 . Manager Frank Chapin wheels more cases out onto the loading platform (6). REG. U.S PAT. OFF Bottled Under Authority of the Coca-Cola Company by NEBRASKA CITY COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO. Logan’s Style Shop For teen fashions that really click. Joan Henkel and Darlene Elliott know that LOGAN'S STYLE SHOP is the pace to go. Salesgirl Doris Harney shows the students a new creation. Regardless of the Item of feminine attire wanted, LOGAN’S Is the place to find It. Lokie Furniture Pauline Guenther and Norma Gilliland agree that these Lane cedar chests at LOKIE’S FURNITURE store are gifts that any girl woxild love” to receive—the gift that starts the home. Each spring all senior girls are given miniature cedar chests with the compliments of Mr. and Mrs. Lokie. Graham’s Coffee Shop Enjoying the friendly atmosphere of GRAHAM'S COFFEE SHOP are Mary Ann Graham. Marilyn Sailors, and Mary Lou Combs at the counter, and Darrell and Janice Stoddard In the booth. Many students make GRAHAM'S their thirst-quenching headquarters after school. Wrightsman 3i Rarick Students who trade at the WRIGHTSMAN Sc RARICK store are sure of getting quality merchandise whatever their needs might be. Dick Alden tries on a coat and Lee Norris Inspects a suit offered by Co-owner Wm. Rarick. Co-owner Fred Wrightsman Is selling shoes to another customer. WHITE FARM SUPPLY John White, owner of the WHITE FARM SUPPLY, points out to three FFA students the reasons why a Ford tractor gives extra economy and still does a good Job. Lannon arossoehme tries the seat for size while Keith Ollllland and Herman Sohnholz give the front a critical Inspection. ■uii ini «m... ■ui final ru uu McKnight Clothing Co. Gene Wells tries on the coat to a possible graduation suit at the McKNIOHT CLOTHING CO. with the assistance of J. A. Hurtz. Fred Allen waits his turn to buy Items for his wardrobe at this conveniently located men’s store. _ ________ Wm. N. Boyd, Insurance For any type of Insurance policy, real estate, automobile. or life, see WILLIAM N. BOYD, who can provide you with Just the kind of coverage you want. Both Mr. Boyd and his secretary. Edith Damon, give their personal attention to each policy. McLain FURNITURE and APPLIANCES If you are looking for a new electric or gas stove, n washing machine, refrigerator, or are planning to refurnish your home with new furniture, be sure to see the complete line of home furnishings and appliances at the McLAIN FURNITURE AND APPLIANCE STORE before you buy. Ideal Cleaners Everyone Is happy about the expert cleaning service they get at the IDEAL CLEANERS. Shirley Milam and Ruth Ann King watch Mrs. James Sommers add the finishing touches to a shirt at the pressing machine. Murphy Brown For the best In cooking utensils look first at the selection offered by MURPHY AND BROWN HARDWARE. Marilyn Coad and Mary Jane Oerdes listen attentively as Mrs. Charles Murphy explains the merits of the Revere line of copper clad cookery. Brittain Produce For top prices for your farm produce stop at the BRITTAIN PRODUCE. Here students Dick Allen. Bob Norvell and Edgar Edwards watch Roy Brittain start a test on cream to determine the amount of butterfat content. Maid-Rite Grill Holding the attention of Gordon Peterson. Howard Osborne. Kenneth Clark, and Leland Lunzmann Is the new band box addition to the Juke box at the MAID-RITE GRILL. When the music stops no doubt they will partake of one of those tempting Mald-Rlte baskets. Midway Grocery At the MIDWAY GROCERY you can always be sure of getting a smile and good service from Ruth and Gayle Sorlck and Wilbur Bogle, who specialize In pleasing their customers. MIDWAY is open evenings and on Sunday for the convenience of the customers. W ilhelms Smart shoppers always visit the M. WILHELMS STORE first when they are looking for the latest In men's and women's fashions or dry goods. Student shoppers Marilyn Premer. Pat Spurgln, and Frances Neil have the complete attention of salesladies Mrs. Thelma Steube and Mrs. Leola Flack. Milam Greenhouses Paul and Dorothy Milam Nemaha County’s Finest Greenhouses No matter what the occasion. Say It with flowers. MILAM GREENHOUSES can supply you with corsages, bouquets, potted plants, or sprays of your favorite flowers at any season. H. Hemmingsen 1 a Students as well as grownups find the redecorated ready-to-wear department at the H. HEMMING-SEN STORE a pleasing place to shop. Pat Barnhart Inspects the coat offered by Mrs. Edna Flack and Joan Mclnlnch Is Interested norls Dodson dress which Hinky-Dinky For top food values every day of the week, shop and save at the HINKY-DINKY STORE. Manager Hubert Benson supervises the activities of Bob Humphrey. Dale Bradley, and Jack Nance, who are part time' workers at the store, and Frank Barker. ’50 grad, a full time employee. Riggs Jewelry Watches are the primary Interest of Gloria O'Harra, Diane Evans, and Wauneta Durr, which are shown by Mrs. Earl Riggs, as they visit the RIGGS JEWELRY store. Also to be found at RIGGS are fountain pens, choice Items of Jewelry, and silverware. Gabus Electric Heskett dC Stitzer Lila Swan and Margaret McKenney know that the Frlgldalre deep freeze keeps things frozen solid. Let Ivan Erlsmsn and Owner Chas. Gabus show you the complete line of Frlgldalre electrical appliances and Zenith radio and television sets. HESKETT STITZER believe that the Model A John Deere tractor, tried here by Ralph Simpson and Bill Cooney, will provide a farmer with the power and economy he needs. To finish the Job they carry a complete line of John Deere attachments. Childers Service '‘Rod ’ Childers and his crew give top service at the CHILDERS SERVICE AND REPAIR. In addition to the usual services. • Red” also maintains a garage to handle automotive repair Jobs, and a towing service. Phone 623 for the extras” In service. If you JEWELRY Proper Jewelry rou are looking for sllverwear the PROPER has a style and price to suit every taste. ________________ expialr Milam, 1950 grad, the Mr. Chet Proper explains to Marilyn Coad and Marcene ----------------------- advantages of Gorham silverware. Pohlman Motor Co. Mr. Floyd Pohlman points out to Verlvn Volker and Clarence Yates the 43 new Improvements on the new 1951 Ford at the POHLMAN MOTOR CO. Pohlman Is also an authorized dealer for Mercury automobiles. A complete line of Ford and Mercury parts are available at all times. Culligan Soft Water You too can enjoy the convenience of soft water by taking advantage of. the CULLIOAN SOFT WATER SERVICE. Ask Mr. M. G. Heuer to explain why you can’t afford to be without soft water. Bomemeier’s When It comes to picking lamps at BORNEMHER S FURNITURE STORE. Jackie Cl nd W Humphrey mrTPF on the R rn lfticp But whctncT lv s 1e� «pb, fl??ng dffing ?SSm. or kitchen furniture, moat people can And Just what they are looking for at it'TPO 'O Cline’s Drug Store Mr. Frank Cline show Nancy Ross and Joar ReJmcrs the selection of toilet article and cosmetics '■'h-Ch CLINE'S DRUG STORE has to offer. Ros� l« « Gebers. Norma Rogge. and Juanalee Oestmann enloj rich ice cream sodas prepared by Donna Caspers. Elliott Cleaners The workers in the pressing line at the ELLIOTT CLEANERS keep busily engaged in chasing wrinkles cut cf the customers clothes. ELLIOTT S has eight employees who combine their efforts to give the people of Auburn and vicinity that “bandbox look THE NEMAHA COUNTY HERALD Printers and Publishers Telephone 77 We are pleased to refer you to the printing in this annual, and in the high school newspaper, The Aucourant, as examples of our job printing. May these publications help you remember your 1950-51 year at Auburn high school. NEW SKILLS, such as welding, are acquired by senior Ag students as they become nearer ready to take up farming after graduation. PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE In the operation of local government was gained by the Civics students when they acted as the election boards during the County Government Day elections. LEE NORRIS WITH FOUR YEARS’ BOOKS Senior Study To Round-Out [earning This lofty pile of books shown above has been used by Lee Norris and his fellow classmates during their high school careers. For four years they have thumbed through some of them every day—in classes, at home, or over cokes whenever they needed to study or “cram” for a test. Subjects in the senior year, for the most part, are merely continuations ol' the junior courses. English, civics, eco nomics, journalism, advanced algebra, solid geometry, chemistry, typing, shorthand, bookkeeping, homemaking, and agriculture offer further training in several academic and vocational fields. Lee, like the other seniors, will graduate with a good basic knowledge which will help ease his adjustment into the business and social world. This has been done not only through classroom work, but also through extracurricular activities—music, Pep club, FFA, journalism, class plays, to name a few—in which the students discover the advantages of group action, committee planning, and individual initiative. In short, the seniors in four years have learned to be good citizens of the school community, which will have a great deal of carry-over value in later life. 17 PROBLEMS of the capitalize system are discussed by the economics students who also learn basic economic principles such as the relationship of supply and demand. MORE STUDY on grammar is needed by the seniors, even though most of them have by this time become able to express their thought quite clearly. EXPERIMENTS of all kinds are performed with chemical mixtures and compounds by the seniors chemists who are eager to learn more about the secrets of science The knowledge thus gained gives them a basis for several vocational fields. WORDS become mere scratches on paper as the students in shorthand class take dictation at the rate of 100 words per minute. Later the symbols are translated back rnto English. HOMEMAKING STUDENTS, during their flnai year of study, become more interested in the buying end of home planning. Here they discuss the quality and price of blankets. JOAN RE IM ERS—Cheerleader during freshman, junior, and senior years. Aucourant sjaff 3-4, Bulldog staff 3, chorus 1-2-3-4, District contest 2-3-4, FHA vice-president 4, Spanish club secretary 4, Library club 2, Pep club 1-2-3-4, Dramatics club 3. NANCY ROSS—Football Sweetheart during her senior year. Class officer 1, chorus 1-2-4, District contest 2-4, FHA 4, Spanish club 3, Library club 3, Pep club 1-2, officer 3-4, May Fete attendant 2-3, cheerleader 1. KENNETH SAILORS—Ate his breakefast every morning on the way to school. Aucourant staff 4, Bulldog staff 4, football 1-3-4, basketball 1-2, track 2-3, A club 3-4, band 1-2-3-4, Pep band 1-2-3, trombone trio 1-2-3, chorus 1, District contest 1-2-3-4, Tarkio contest 1-2-3, class play 3, Dramatics club 3. HAL SMITH—Accompanied the chorus during junior and senior years. Aucourant staff 3, band 1-2-3-4, Pep band 3-4, chorus 1-2-3-4, Mink clinic 3, Tarkio contest 2-3-4, Spanish club 2, boys octet 1-4, trombone trio 2, All-State 3. RICHARD STANLEY—His 4-H livestock has won numerous ribbons at various livestock shows. FFA 1-2-3-4. Throughout four years of agricultural study he has been preparing for farm work after graduation. KENNETH STANTON—His Thursday nights were spent at the armory with the National Guard. Football 1-2-3-4, basketball 1-2, track 2-3, A club 4, FFA 3. Favorite activities were football and basketball. EVELYN STEFFENS—Carted a sparkler to school on the third finger of her left hand during the last semester of her senior year. Aucourant staff 3, chorus 1-2-3-4, District contest 1-2-3-4, Spanish club 2, Pep club 1-2-4, Dramatics club 3, triple trio 4. PERCY STEUART—Attended Dunbar and Julian high schools before finally coming to Auburn for his junior and senior years. Class officer 1, basketball 1, chorus 1, class play 2. Majored in English and social studies. DARRELL STODDARD—One of the most traveled members of the senior class. Went from Auburn to Cozad for his freshman year, and back to Auburn for his sophomore year. Class officer 1, Library club 2-3-4, Glee club 1. Also visited California during his high school days. BILL STROTHMAN—Majored in social studies and science. Football 2-3-4, basketball 1-2, basketball manager 2, A club 2-3. Noted as a shrewd, hard to beat domino player. JO ANN TAYLOR—The only strawberry blonde in the senior class. She majored in English and social studies. Chorus 1-2, District contest 2, FHA 4, Library club 3-4, Pep club 1-2-3-4. Loyal rooter at all sports events. H- Smith R. Stanley Stanton Steffens Steuart d. Stoddard Strothman Taylor D. Vanderford Volker DON VANDERFORD—His Saturdays were spent working at Safeway. Class officer 2-3, football 1-2-3-4, basketball 1, track 1-2-3, A club 2-4. band 1. District contest 2, chorus 2, Spanish club 2, class play 3, Dramatics club 3, State track meet 3, octet 4, madrigal group 4. CO-ORGANIZERS of the Homecoming activities were Club Presidents John Fritz, FFA; Gene Wells, journalism; Nancy Ross. Pep club, and Rosalee Gebers, FHA. Ward Wells E. Wintz L. Wintz VERLYN VOLKER—Well known as a radical politician and a super Ford salesman. He works after school for the Pohlman Motor Company and helps out during school hours in the Library club. Library club 2-3. TED WARD—Spent much of his time working with 4-H and ag projects. FFA 1-2, officer 3-4, band 2-3-4, Pep band 4, chorus 1-2-3-4, District contest 3, Mink clinic 3-4, Tarkio contest 3, Dramatics club 3. MARSHMALLOWS, hot chocolate, and hot dogs, were on the menu at the mid-winter senior party. It was held in the ag shop because of the cold weather outside. GENE WELLS—Voted State’s top high school sports writer at convention in Lincoln. Aucourant staff 3-4, Bulldog staff 3-4, football 1-2-3-4, basketball 1-2, track 1-2-3, A club 3-4, band 1-2-3-4, Pep band 1-4, chorus 1-2-4, District contest 1-2-3-4, Mink clinic 3-4, Tarkio contest 1-3-4, class play 3, May Fete attendant 2, trumpet trio 2-3-4. EUGENIA WINTZ—A speedy typist, she majored in commercial courses in preparation for future secretarial work. Chorus 1-2-3-4, District contest 2-3-4, Dramatics club 3. LEONARD WINTZ—Buzzed his sister to school every day in his black Ford. FFA 2-3-4. With this accent on agriculture, he plans to take up farming after graduation from high school. 24 THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY FRANK E. WELLS, REALTOR Junior High Officers Activity Plus This fall 155 sixth, seventh, and eighth graders started their adjust ment to new class schedules, new subject matter, and new teachers. Each student attends the four “basic” classes of English, social studies, mathematics, and science. In addition, boys may elect to take shop work, and the girls may enter the art class. A supervised physical education program is provided for every student, both boys and girls, in addition to the usual athletic teams. Music education includes junior band and chorus, with extra time spent on sectional rehearsals, and private lessons. Thus the junior high students are introduced to the same type of academic program they will follow until they graduate from high school. PRINCIPAL HAROLD JOHNSON ENGLISH GRAMMAR becomes increasingly important to the students as they become more conscious of their need for good speech habits. Literature offers them a welcome change of pace. ADVANCING from the 2 plus 2 stage, math students in junior high learn to work more complex problems involving the four basic operations of arithmetic. LAB EXPERIMENTS are especially fascinating to the science classes. Favorite experiments were with electricity, when many class members made their own telegraph keys. MRS. BESS MOORE English MRS. ALICE JOHNSON Librarian, Art COLOR HARMONY and design are part of the work of the art students, shown here painting Christmas window decorations. They also learn about basic sewing practices. DON WAGNER Math, Phys. Ed. BACK ROW (L to R)—Floyd Clarke, Stelnheider, Bantz, Sitzman. Ebeler, Mills, Griffiths, Schutte, Stanton, Coach Wagner. SECOND ROW—G. Nelson. Bowers, Benson, Cahill, Brown, Standley, Bratcher, Scott, Schleip. FRONT ROW—Kreglo, T. Kuenning, Fred Clarke, Owens, Byrom, L. Kuenning, Falk. BACK ROW (L to R)—Coach Wagner, Bowers, Griffiths, Sitzman, Ebeler, Flack. SECOND ROW— Standley, Hush, Stelnheider, Knapp, Floyd Clarke, Schutte. FRONT ROW—Cahill, Kreglo, Noah, Benson. YELL LEADERS at Junior high are Linda Knox, Daryl Lotter, and Barbara Coad. SEVENTH GRADERS—BACK ROW (L to R)—Scott, Kreglo, Hush, Mills, Ebeler, Schutte, Steinheider, Clarke, Griffiths, Munsell, B. Noah, Cahill. THIRD ROW— Coulter, Nace, Simpson, M. Noah, Kite, Oliver, Perdue, Bowers, Schleip, Brunner, Stanton, Nelson. SECOND ROW—Neeld, Shafer, Blinde, Barnes, Knox, Mathews, Standley, Willard, Boeck, Flack, Zorn, Conner. FRONT ROW—Wilson, Skoglund, Kermoade, Haith, Irvin, Orr, Reed. Sydik, Humphrey, Heriford, Crooker, Rider. EIGHTH GRADERS—BACK ROW (L to R)—Flack, Cole, Sitzman, Bantz, Knapp, Babcock, Curtt right. Lotter, Hill, and Bratcher. THIRD ROW—Ernst, Brown, Furrow, Fox, Norvell, Reed, Helms, Cross, Stoddard, Standley. SEC- THE THOUGHT of playing in Dana keeps many of the junior high students on their horns several extra hours each week. OND ROW—Barton, S. Gerdes, McKnight, Coad, Meyer, S. Snow, Buchenau, Thomas, and Tushla. FRONT ROW—Bigley, Mosher. Whitlow, Huey, Shanks, B. Gerdes, Duncan, L. Snow, Hecht, Darling. SIXTH GRADERS—BACK ROW (L to R)—Eggleston, Foster, Jones, Doiel, Elliott. M. Byrom, Chadwick, Abegglen, Jarrett, Rothert, Terry, Falk, Owens, Colwell, White THIRD ROW—Volker, Vaughn, B. Brennan, Snyder, Rakes, S. Stoddard. Nauslar, Miller, Burger, Moss, Kelly, Moser, T. Kuenning, Harris, L. Kuenning. SECOND ROW—Stock, R. Reed. Combs, N. Stoddard, Palmer, Heuer, Wilds, Haith, Stokes, Michel, Merrick, B. Sydik, Jarred. FRONT ROW—Allen, M. Nelson, Ely, Carr. Banks, F. Clarke, Stuck, Hutton, Allgood, Eads, R. Byrom, Roberts, Platt, Fox, J. Brennan. SINGING is fun, but singing with others is more fun, as these youngsters discover in their music class which meets twice eac'i week. WINNING STREAK of the freshman football team was extended to nine by the four wins during the 1950 season. The squad included: ROW 3—(left to right) B. Russell, Mgr., Rothert, Cahill, Dishong. Falk, Coach Maclay, Evans, C. Edwards. Casey, Stewart. ROW 2— Rose, Hill, Jones, J. Humphrey, J. Stoddard, Kimball, Cummings, R. Bantz, Bohl. ROW 1—Oestmann, J. Clark, Erisman, Pasco, Stock, B. Clark, Oakley, Rhoades. “HERE I COME!” was the cry of Jack Nance as he added six more points to the rout of the Humboldt Cardinals. Grid Plays Click Against Five Foes Eleven senior lettermen reported to the call of Coaches Dallas Evans and A) Powers at the beginning of the season tc form the nucleus of the ’50 grid squad, which later won five of their nine contests. Their victories were over Platts-mouth, Rock Port, Missouri, Tarkio, Missouri, Seward, and Humboldt. The Bulldogs got off to a shaky but successful start as they tripped up Plattsmouth 7-0 on the strength of Ken Clark’s five yard crack off tackle to pay dirt. Auburn rolled up its largest victory margin of the season is plastering Rock Port 31-0. Leading by a scant 7-6 margin at the end of the first half, the Canines went on to dump Tarkio 20-13. Lee Norris sparked the Bulldogs with two touchdowns as the local eleven made it four in a row by downing Seward 12-6 on a muddy field. Pawnee City ended the Scarlet trophy hopes the following week with a 34-0 triumph over the Canines, giving the Dogs their first defeat of the season. Before a large Homecoming crowd, the Bulldogs routed Humboldt 34-6, as Norris and Clark teamed up to make all five scores. Unable to halt Falls City’s speedy backs, Auburn suffered its second setback to the Tigers by a 35-13 score. Failing to make their extnj point, the Canines lost a heart-breaking upset to the Tecumseh Indians, 7-6. A sub-freezing temperature and an icy field made playing conditions miserable as Nebraska City clipped Auburn 25-0 in the season finale. FINDING A HOLE, Ken Clark picked up 35 yards by a cu� - A STUBBORN SEWARD line failed to stop Norris from back through the left side of the Humboldt line. scoring the winning touchdown of this muddy game. 38 THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY THE AUBURN STATE BANK NORRIS SNARES a pass against Pawnee City (upper left) but was hauled down by Jensen on the three yard line . . . NO HANDS touched Ken Clark as he scored against Tarkio (center).................. AUBURN’S BEST guard, Dick Alden (right) rated a spot on the All-Conference team.........PLAYERS’ CHOICE for co-captains (lower left) were Ken Clark and Lee Norris. v- 1950 FOOTBALL SQUAD members included: ROW 3— (left to right) Breazile, T. Vanderford, Bath, L. Bantz, Stuck. B. Humphrey, Tushla, Osborne, D. Fox, White. ROW 2— Coach Evans, D. Allen, T. Jones, Hutton, J. Meyer. Peterson. Farson, Alden, Sailors, D. Vanderford, Wells. Banks. Coacn Powers. ROW 1—Schuler, D. Humphrey, Stanton, Headley, F. Allen, J. Nance, Norvell, K. Clark, L. Lunzmann, Norris. E. Allen. THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY THE GREEN LANTERN 29 HIGH SCORER Ken Clark added SPARKED by Dale Bradley, the Bull- two points to his 152 point season dogs gave the seeded Plattsmouth team total in the Tecumseh upset. a hard go in the first round of the dis- trict tourney. Wins Were Scarce For Cagers But Spirit Was Never Lacking While only winning three of 17 contests, the Auburn Bulldogs were perched in a tie with Tecumseh for third place in the Southeast Conference at the close of the season, the highest position that the local squad has held for five years. Four of the starting quintet, Jack Nance, Ken Clark, Lee Norris, and Dick Alden, are graduating, but nine players who have seen varsity service will return next year. In the season opener the Canines dropped a 49-31 decision at Bellevue, and the following Tuesday the Scarlet five pushed Tarkio, Missouri, in a hard fought 50-49 heartbreaker. Peru Prep overcame an early Auburn lead to stun the Dogs 43-28 in their third battle. Pawnee City’s powerful Indians breezed to a 52-25 triumph. Falls City’s zone defense seemingly provided an impassable barrier as the Tigers copped a 50-15 loop win. With only half a minute left, Jack Nance dunked a charity toss to give the Canines a 39-38 margin over the Nebraska City Pioneers, and their first win in 26 starts. Dasher and Cole combined efforts to collect 44 points as Plattsmouth tripped the Scarlet five 52-28. Peru Prep had to hurry before outrunning the locals 46-31 in their bout on the Peru maples. Trailing by one point at the end of the first half, Auburn high built up a quick 11 point lead in the third period to astonish favored Tecumseh 44-33. A second quarter rally overtook the Auburnites and sped the Humboldt Cardinals to a 39-25 win. Falls City’s bustling Bengals made quick work of the Dogs in their second meeting with a 55-18 rout. Led by Clark’s 19 points, the Scarlet fired up a scoring spree to dump the Pioneers of Nebraska City 36-24. In the Tecumseh tourney, Syracuse had little trouble in humbling a cold Auburn crew, 56-23. Chuck Jensen meshed 29 points to lead the Pawnee Indians to a decisive 66-35 triumph. The following Friday, Dick Lafferty poured in 28 points to spark the Humboldt Cardinals in their 58-23 mauling of the Canines. Auburn dropped its second fray with Tecumseh 52-42 after giving the Indians a good run for their money during the first half. In the final game of the season with Plattsmouth at the Class B district cage tournev, the Bulldogs were toppled by the Blue Devils, 38-33. 1950-51 BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Auburn 31 ... . Bellevue 49 Auburn 49 .... Tarkio 50 Auburn 28 . . . Peru Prep 43 Auburn 25 . . Pawnee City 52 Auburn 15 . . . Fall City 50 Auburn 39 . . Nebraska City 38 Auburn 28 . . Plattsmouth 52 Auburn 31 . . . Peru Prep 46 Auburn 44 Tecumseh 33 Auburn 25 . . . Humboldt 39 Auburn 18 . . . Fall City 55 Auburn 36 . . Nebraska City 24 Auburn 23 ... . Syracuse 56 Auburn 35 . . Pawnee City 66 Auburn 23 . . . Humboldt 58 Auburn 42 . . . Tecumseh 52 Auburn 33 . . . Plattsmouth 38 30 THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY THE HILL SHOE COMPANY WHENEVER POSSIBLE Dick Al den took shots in close to the bas ket as he did here against Tarkio. THIS FIRST QUARTER swisher from the side by Jim Meyer had little effect on the outcome of the second Humboldt game. JACK NANCE got the tip, but Humboldt got the game as a result of a furious second quarter rally. WAITING for practice shots are “A team members (right, bottom to top) Rose, Bradley, Jim Humphrey, Norris, Meyer, Farson, Jack Nance, K. Clark, and Alden. Coach Powers feeds the ball as “B” teamers Phillips Schuler, Stewart, Rothert, Hutton, Dishong, M. Falk, Kreglo, B. Humphrey, and Hinds also wait. “FLOOR PLAY” got a little rough during tension periods in many games, as it did in the district tourney. THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY THE GLEN DRUG STORE ON HAND at all athletic events were the Barkerettes shown above. ROW 1 — (left to right) D. Gerdes, J. Johnson, Baker, Reimers, Elliott, R. Johnson. ROW 2—Becker, Ross, N. Rogge, Steffens, Oestmann, Miss Marion Rist, sponsor. ROW 3— M. Gerdes, Gebers, P. Wheeler, E. Remmers, Donna Caspers, Coad. ROW 4—Fox. Hall, Swan, McKenney, L. Wheeler, Rumbaugh. ROW 5—Knox, Barnes, Blinde, J. Clarke, R. Clark, Taylor. ROW 6—Skoglund, A. Smith, D. Stanley, Guenther, A. Allen, B. Caspers. ROW 7—Milam, Evans, O’Harra, Morris, Griffiths, Elizabeth Hug. ROW 8— Durr, Brockmeier, King, Spurgin, Evelyn Hug, Doris Caspers. UNDAUNTED by the cost of new uniforms, the Pep club members made their own skirts and attached the felt letters to their sweaters. PEP BUBBLED OVER at tne many rallies sponsored by the club, but especially at the Homecoming rally. This included a jaunt down town in a gaily decorated trailer. CHEERLEADERS Reimers, Elliott, and R. Johnson kept the students yelling. Pep Club Work, Play Kept 'Spirit' Alive Fall found the Pep club making big plans for the coming year, holding rallies, snipping out new uniforms, and screaming at the football games. Directing these activities were Nancy Ross, president; Maxine Becker, vice-president; Norma Rogge, secretary-treasurer, and Miss Marion Rist, sponsor. On October 20, the club decorated for the Homecoming dance, but really went all-out for the “Deep Sea Magic” decoration at the Pigskin Prom on November 17. Nancy Ross was crowned Football Queen by Co-captains Lee Norris and Ken Clark. Money making schemes to help finance tin-club activities included a booth at the FHA carnival. selling food at all the home basketball games, and a bake sale on February 14. Rosalee Gebers and Lee Norris wore disclosed as the AHS Sweethearts when they walked through a paper heart at the Sweetheart Dance on February 9. “Spring Fever” set the scene for the Hoop-ster Hop on March 30. Janice Johnson was named Basketball Sweetheart by Jack Nance and Ken Clark, the basketball co-captains. Throughout the year the red and gray uniforms worn on rally days, and the yelling at sports events reminded the observer that the school spirit was very much alive. MANY GRADS returned to sign the guest book at Homecoming time (top) . . . REFRESHMENTS are a necessary part of the Pigskin Prom (center) . . . HOURS OF WORK were spent getting elaborate decorations ready for the Hoopster Hop (bottom). PEP CLUB parties provided three sets of “royalty” this year. Included were Football Queen Nancy Ross and Co-captains Lee Norris and Ken Clark; AHS Sweethearts Rosalee Gebers and Lee Norris; and Basketball Sweeheart Janice Johnson and Co-captains Jack Nance and Ken Clark, GALLEYS OF TYPE, headlines, and pictures are neatly fitted into place by John Sanders, and another issue of the Barker” is on its way. John consults a dummy which the staff has prepared to show where each story is to appear. BEST SPORTSWRITER in Nebraska was the title acquired by Editor Gene Wells at the state press convention. Scribes Expressed Views In Barker And Bulldog This year will be remembered as the year the staff changed the name of the paper from the AUCOURANT to the BARKER, attended conventions, had parties, put out the paper and the annual, and had fun. The AUCOURANT-BARKER can also boast the best sports writer in the state in the person of Editor Gene Wells. Gene won the honor at the Nebraska High School Press Convention in Lincoln, November 17-18. Kenneth Sailors, Rosalee Gebers, Paul Bunge, Laura Rogge, and Mr. Ralf Graham, -the journalism advisor, were also on hand. Mr. Graham also attended the National High School Press Convention in Chicago, November 23-25. MR. GRAHAM spent many hours in the darkroom developing and printing pictures of school activities. EXCHANGE PAPERS are folded, stapled, addressed, and stamped by Laura Rogge and Jack Headley. Over 100 papers are sent to the eighth graders in Nemaha county, and other high schools throughout the country. On the work side of the ledger, the journalists sold programs at both basketball tournaments, and peddled the food at the “B” tourney. They also sold balloons at the Homecoming game. Three members of the Quill and Scroll, the national high school journalism society, Ken Sailors, Gene Wells, and Paul Bunge, toiled on the paper. Since all work and no play make journalists dull people, the BARKER and BULLDOG staffs had a party on January 22. The food included Mr. Graham’s specialty, barbecued hamburgers, with all the trimmings. Also a breakfast for the writers was held the morning before the annuals were distributed, to celebrate their completion of the book. The hard working paper staff slaved under hard-bitten editor Gene Wells, with the finances handled by Business Manager Paul Bunge. Ken Sailors was assistant editor, Maxine Becker, Joan Reimers, and Ruth Johnson were feature writers, while Darrel Kreglo served as exchange editor. The remainder of the business staff was Laura Rogge, assistant business manager, and Jack Headley, circulation manager. Rosalee Gebers headed the annual as editor, with Ken Sailors chosen business manager. Gene Wells was the sports editor; Mary Gerdes, layout editor; and Maxine Becker, activities editor. Their junior assistants were Barbara Falk, Paul Bunge, Eleanor Glarke. Ed Allen, and Darrel Kreglo. BULLDOG EDITOR Rosalee Gebers ana Business Manager Ken Sailors inspect the staff aids sent by Myers 4 Co. 2789 CUSTOMERS LATER, these dazed but happy journalists are glad the district tournament selling days are over and that the Barker fund has a nice increase. ANNUAL LAYOUTS are given a final check by Mary Jane Gerdes and Eleanor Clarke, for each must have pictures and captions glued in place, all marks erased, and proper page identification. FIRST SUBSCRIPTION to the 1951 Bulldog was sold to Donna Bohling by Barbara Falk. FOOTBALL BALLOONS sold during Homecoming activities provided an extra source of income for the school paper. Mr. Maclay purchased the first two from Paul Bunge. IN THE FALL the snappy marching band performs at football games, neighboring fairs, and numerous com munity activities. Band Survived Practice, Fairs, Clinics, Contests PRANCING at the head of the marching band were majorettes R. Gebers, M. Gerdes, D Ger-des, Swan, p. wheeler, and Baker. Band activities for the year started with trips to the Nemaha Picnic in August, the Humboldt Fair on September 13, and the Plattsmouth King Korn Karni-val on September 14. Auburn, along with 52 other towns, attended the fourth annual University of Nebraska “Band Day” at Lincoln on October 20. The marching band performed during the half of every home football game, and the pep band attended all games away during the football and basketball seasons. The winter concert was presented on December 7, and featured numbers by the cornet trio, the oboe and bass horn sections. Twenty-four band members were selected to play in the MINK Clinic held at Peru State college on February 17. Band members also attended a clinic at Falls City on February 24, and another at Tecumseh on April 2. They competed in the Tarkio, Mo., contest on March 16-17, and the District Contest was held in Auburn on April 13-14. The band and chorus combined to present Vesper Services on Palm Sunday. After the spring concert in May, marching practice started in preparation for summer activities. THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY. CARL OESTMANN, INSURANCE v 4 CONCERT BAND members included: BACK ROW (L to R) —Wells, Ernst, Cole. Hush, R. Clark, J. Remmers, Dick Evans, Mr. Chatelain, R. Smith, Donna Caspers, W. NorveM Jerry Humphrey, Hatcher, Gibson, j. Mosher, D. Rogge. THIRD ROW—Juanalee Oestmann, N. Rogge, E. Remmers, B. Vanderford, G. Michel, McKnight, Pohlman, M. Michel, Fellers, Duncan, Premer, Hecht, Bath, Bradley, Knapp, F. Allen, Munsell, H. Smith. SECOND ROW—Ward, E. Allen, G. Schlange, J. Clarke, King, Henkel, B. Coad, Noah, J. Johnson, M. Rogge, B. Barnes, M. Coad, L. Rogge. L-Brown, Mclninch, R. Mosher. FRONT ROW—E. Cl r Tushla, M. Caspers, Barnhart, Knox, Combs, Becker, BrW . ner, Josephine Damon, P. Barnes, Jones, A. Allen, Da ' 7 (Goos). HOURS OF PRACTICE were spent on each selection before the band played selections for public approval. The musicians met for five hours a week, had sectional rehearsals for one hour, and spent countless hours playing in small groups, like the horn quartet below, in prepara tion for contests and clinics. TOOTING MERRILY at all out-of-town sports events and the home basketball games was the pep band consisting of: BACK ROW (L to R)—Ward, E. Clarke, Combs, Wells. THIRD ROW—R. Mosher, Mclninch, Jones. SECOND ROW —Fellers, D. Rogge, Coad, Jerry Humphrey. FRONT ROW —F. Allen, H. Smith, Donna Caspers. “COOL WATER” and “Blue-Tail Fly” kept cowboy quar. teters Meyer, T. Vanderford, B. Humphrey, and Jim Humphrey singing. EIGHTY-EIGHT voices blended when the chorus sang. Singers included—BACK ROW (L to R)—Farson, K. Gilliland, T. Vanderford, R. Mosher, Fellers, B. Humphrey, Alden, White, L. Bantz, Epperson, L. Grossoehme, I. Remmers, G. Clarke, 8later, 8eid, V. Moerer, T. Vanderford, Wells, F. Allen, Hatcher, Hutton. THIRD ROW—Morris, Griffiths, M. Bohling, B. Caspers, M. Caspers, L. Harms, Cummings, J. Remmers, Manasmith, Josephine Damon, Gerdes, Elizabeth Hug, Evans, O’Harra, Ebeler. E. Wintz. SECOND ROW—J. Johnson, L. Rogge, Wheeler, E. Clarke, E. Remmers, Haddox, Brockmeier, Evelyn Hug, Jerry Humphrey, R. Schlange, R. Rumbauqh, M. Michels, Choristers Harmonized In Large, Small Groups Choristers started the new year off with a new teacher, James Bastian. However, Mr. Bastian was a reservist, and on October 13 he was called back to the army. For five weeks the singers were silent, then Mrs. James Steele became the choral di rector. The annual Christmas Vespers were presented on December 17. In addition to the two choruses, the girls’ triple trio, the boys’ octet, and the eighth grade chorus also made their first public appearance. As winter progressed, two quartets, a madrigal group, and a girls’ sextette were also formed. On February 22, the chorus appeared for the second time in their mid-winter concert. The madrigal and other small groups went to the music clinic at Nebraska City on February 26, where Mr. Fuhr of the Hastings College directed the mass chorus in an evening concert. Sunday, March 18, found the chorus and band combining efforts to present an hour and one-half Easter Vesper program. A trip to the Tarkio contest in March better prepared the singers for the District contest in April. The season’s activities were concluded with an appearance in the May Fete on May 11. Kreglo, Don Bohling, Kolm, Auker, McKenney, R. Clarke, M. Bohling, G. Schlange, Fox, Stevens, Jones, N. Yates, H. Smith, Mrs. Steele. FRONT ROW—Gebers, Ross, Reimers, Barnhart, Dawdy, Barnes, Knox, Blinde, Jim Humphrey, Hillers, Tushie, Ward, John Damon, D. Rogge, Carnes, R. Smith, Noah, Donna Caspers, Oestmann, N. Rogge, Swan, Steffens, R. Johnson, Elliott, A. Allen, Durr, King. VOCALIZERS LEARNED to interpret the motion of Mrs. Steele's hands so they could vary volume, tempo, and harmony to just the right degree for easy listening. THREE TIMES THREE equals the triple trio consistinq of Schlange, N. Rogge, Donna Caspers, J. Oestmann, Durr, Steffens, M. Caspers, E. Clarke, R. Gebers. SOPHOMORE SEXTET members A. Allen, O’Harra, Barnes, Knox, Blinde, and King must be practicing “I Want to be Happy.” Hal Smith accompanies them. SOMETHING NEW in small groups resulted when sixteen vocalists formed a madrigal group. Included were (L to R): Durr, O’Harra, R. King, A. Allen, T. Vanderford, F. Allen, D. Vanderford, R. Mosher, Fellers, Tushla, D. Rogge, Noah, Donna Caspers, M. Caspers, E. Clarke, R. Gebers. OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR included Dick Allen, vice-president; Lannon Grossoehme, reporter; Herman Sohnholz, treasurer: Ted Ward, secretary; John Fritz, president, and Keith Gilliland, sentinel. Variety, Quality Hey note Future Farmers' Program One of the “live wire” organizations of AIIS the past year was the local FFA chapter, who, besides taking part in contests, conventions, banquets, meetings, and initiations, found time to make their organization a real benefit to our community. One of their first acts was to buy a big $500 popcorn machine to use at all athletic functions at school. Everyone must agree that their “hot, fresh” buttered popcorn sure was tops. Their Dad and Lad meeting on September 11 drew 70 FFA’ers and tlieir dads. The next big meeting was October 2, when they initiated 14 Greenhands into the chapter. Rosalee tiebers reigned as FFA Sweetheart at the Farmer’s Fun Night, November 27, at the junior high gym. December 4 was the date of the Fl A’s annual banquet, with 93 guests and FFA members. Mr. Harold Duis, state FFA advisor, was the speaker, while Mr. F. Don Maclay, Mr. Ben Baker, and Mr. Glade Moody received honorary FFA degrees. A convocation designed to show the FFA’s meeting procedure and acquaint the students with their various activities was given February 16. Auburn’s chapter really “showed their mettle” at the district contest at Fairbury, January 13. The Auburn farmers won five blue ribbons and two red ribbons out of seven contests. Winning blue ribbons were: Ted Ward for his secretary book, public speaking, and certified Nemaha oats; Herman Sohnholz copped the treasurer’s book and the farming project book. Arnold Bantz won a red ribbon for creed speaking, as did the officers for parliamentary procedure. The new officers for next year are: Keith Gilliland, president; Lannon Grossoehme, vice-president; Herman Sohnholz, secretary. Lloyd Cummings, treasurer; LeRoy Bantz, reporter; Phil Bold, sentinel. 40 FUTURE FARMERS included: BACK ROW (L to R)— R. Smith, R. Stanley, L. Wintz, J. Lunzmann, J. Fritz, L. Lunzmann, D. Allen, Ward, Hillers, L. Grossoehme, L. Bantz. THIRD ROW—Simpson, Cross, Sohnholz, Aue, K. Gilliland, E. Remmers, Carnes, Cummings, Michel. SECOND ROW—V. FRESH, HOT POPCORN popped by the new FFA machine kept the customers coming back for more, and the chapter treasury “in the black. f • ' it -j Moercr. Slater, R. Allen, Bohl, Chadwick, B. Rumbaugh, B. Bantz. K Grossoehme, D. Wheeler. Bath. FRONT ROW— Dannul, W. Moerer, R. Meyer, Gilbert, J. Oestmann, A. Geb-ers, Pasco, D. Wheeler. ROSALEE GEBERS was the popular choice of the ag students for FFA Sweetheart. President John Fritz is shown here helping her don her sweetheart jacket. STEAK, pie a la mode, and Harold Duis, state FFA advisor, as quest speaker, were features of the Parent and Son Banquet in November. TWO-GUN GEBERS warbled with the Five Hayseeds at the FFA convocation. WINNERS of the ag contests held before the district contest were congratulated by the Judges. Future Homemakers Add New Events To Calendar FHA OFFICERS included Wauneta Durr, secretary: Norma Rogge, treasurer; Rosalec Gebers, president; Joan Reimers, vice■ president; Gloria Schlange, historian; Lois Brockmeier, reporter. HUNGRY FANS kept the members stepping when they sold hot dogs, candy, and pop at the football games. Auburn high’s, first Future Homemakers of America chapter was organized in the spring of 1950 under the direction of Mrs. Marilyn Nielsen, the advisor. During the summer the new officers and cabinet members outlined the year’s program. The first of the semi-monthly meetings was held on September 7, when the FFA, the brother organization, demonstrated parliamentary procedure. On September 21, “McCall’s Style Show” was presented at an all girl convocation. An all-school carnival held in the junior high gym on November 7 was the first major project of the group. A number of school organizations helped out by operating booths. During the holiday season, the girls made toys to send to war refugees in Europe. Just before Christmas they toured the community, singing Christmas carols to shut-ins. To begin the new year, they sponsored a Sadie Hawkins Dance, complete with Daisy Mae and Lil ’ Abner, and a foot race. A box supper and dance was held on March 12. Spring activities included a visit to the Peru State College homemaking department and a trip to flic FHA convention in Lincoln on April 7. The project for this season was sending dress patterns to the Philippines. As a farewell gesture, the FHA gave a breakfast to the seniors on May 24. SPRING PROJECT for the homemaker was the collection of dress patterns to be sent to the Philippines. 42 MOST AMBITIOUS of the FHA projects was the all-school carnival held in the junior high gym. Other school organizations also set up booths to furnish student entertainment. 3 FUTURE HOMEMAKERS included: BACK ROW—Mrs. Nielsen, advisor, P. Wheeler, R. Clark, Evelyn Hug, B. Caspers, B. Vanderford, Doris Caspers, Donna Caspers, Guenther, Becker, J. Oestmann, N. Rogge, Steffens. THIRD ROW—B. Gerdes, Kolm, J. Stoddard, Combs, Elizabeth Hug, Taylor, Armstrong, Brockmeier, A. Allen, G- Schlange, Morris. Cook, Josephine Damon. SECOND ROW—D. Stanley, D. Gerdes, L. Fritz, D. Bohling, G. Byrom, Coad, R. Johnson, Ross, Gebers, Reimers, N. Gilliland. Skoglund. FRONT ROW—Durr, Willard, R Meyer. B. Meyer. J. Johnson, L. Wheeler, A. Rumbaugh, A. Byrom, G. Michel. J. Banks. MANY EUROPEAN CHILDREN of pre-school age were made happier last Christmas as a result of the toy making project completed by the FHA. FRIED CHICKEN and other delicacies were to be found in the gaily decorated boxes sold to the highest bidder at the FHA box supper. STRAIGHT FROM DOGPATCH came the Skragg Holler Sextet which ‘'rendered'’ two numbers at the Sadie Hawkins dance. ______________________________________________________________________________. ■K5 ALBERT didn't particularly like to be ‘taken for a ride” on the streetcar by Bill and Ruth and expresses his opinion about the same to Judge and Mrs. Wilkins. Troubles and confusion increased every minute in the junior class play, “Dear Ruth,” which was presented December 1 in the high school auditorium to a near capacity crowd. The story revealed what happened when an ambitious, patriotic teen-ager, Miriam (Louise Fritz), wrote to a soldier and signed her sister’s name. Then the soldier, Lt. William Seawright (Darrel Kreglo), came home to marry Ruth (Norma Rogge), who knew nothing about the arrangement until “enlightened” by Miriam. Albert (Paul Bunge), Ruth’s fiance, gave Ruth permission to keep up the farce until the Lieutenant left town, never dreaming what would happen. Judge (Jerry Humphrey) and Mrs. Wilkins (Barbara Falk) liked both boys but hated to sec their daughter in such a mess. After two acts of confusion Ruth finally settled on Bill. Others in the cast were Patty Wheeler as Martha Seawright; Keith Gilliland as Sgt. Chuck Vincent; Laura Rogge as Dora; and Neal White as Harold. The play was directed by Miss Alice Webster, who was assisted by two student directors, Eleanor Clarke and Ed Allen. Juniors Turn Thespians To Present 'Dear Ruth' FULL CAST for “Dear Ruth” included: STANDING (L to R) L. Rogge, White, Bunge, Jerry Humphrey, Gilliland, and Kreglo. SEATED—B. Falk, L. Fritz, N. Rogge, and P. Wheeler. ASSISTANT Director Eleanor Clarke gives instructions while Miss Alice Webster and Assistant Ed Allen look on. PRE-CURTAIN problems resulted in everyone helping everyone else make last minute changes in makeup. JUNIOR CLASS President Howard Osborne presents Miss Webster a gift and flowers between acts. UNSUNG HEROES back stage included Haddox, Harms, E. Remmcrs, Eitzman, Stuck, H. Bogle, Kastens, and Hillers, who collected properties, made noises, pulled curtains and dozens of miscellaneous jobs. LIBRARY PROBLEMS get a general going over by members (L to R) J. Clarke, King. D. Stoddard. Marlene Bohling. D. Gerdes, Evans, Nelson, Baker, Milam, Luick, G. Byrom, Taylor, Willard, Elaine Moerer, and Stuck. Revitalized Librarians Eager To Give Better Book Service With the daily book fine slips, the Library club kept many students aware of its presence this year. Directed by Margaret Baker as president, the 15 members of this revitalized service club met every Tuesday to discuss library problems. Other officers of the group were Shirley Milam, vice-president; Elaine Moerer, secretary-treasurer; and Mr. Harry Weekly, sponsor. In addition to handling the call desk in each study hall, the members also have numerous other jobs. These include making a shelf list, keeping the books in the proper places, marking each with a call number, collecting fines, and making minor book repairs. On March 22 the group presented a convocation program designed to inform the students about the activities of the club. It also included a well-received comedy skit. EACH STUDY HALL has a student librarian who checks out books and magazines and keeps the library in order DAILY NEWSPAPERS arc kept on the rack so that thp students can keep up on the latest news and their favorite comic characters. “THE ROHRS RUBES gave Emcee Stuck a bad time when he tried to give away “The Thing at the library convocation. SPANISH RECORDS helped the students to MEXICAN ART on display In March consisted of a Pan-American better understand the pronunciations of the exhibit plus the contributions of members of the class. language. Espanol Flowed Freely When 'Gay Girls’ Met Since all the members were girls this year the Spanish club had the name of “I.as Senoritas Uayas” (The Gay Girls). The group consisted of second year Spanish students and was led by Marlene Blinde, president; Barbara Knox, vice-president; Joan Reim-ers, secretary; Gloria O’Harra, treasurer. Parties for the year included a luncheon on the “Day of the Dead’’ in November, a Christmas pinata party, and a banquet for last year’s members, held in March. Guest speakers who addressed the group this year were Mr. Norman Carlson and Mr. James Holden. Mr. Carlson had been a student in Mexico for a year, and Mr. Holden was a missionary from Columbia who spoke at the Pan-American Day convo on April 16. A Latin American exhibit of crafts was held early in the spring, and included material sent by the Pan-American Union. CHRISTMAS wouldn’t be complete without the breaking of the pinata which is filled with candy, nuts, fruit, and presents for everyone. GOOD FOOD and fellowship were plentiful at the Spanish club banquet. This is an annual affair presented in honor of the club members of the preceding year. 47 •C: REALIZING that preparation of food is a very important part of any homemaker’s work, the freshmen girls get a chance to plan meals, buy foodstuffs, cook, and then sample their own “masterpieces.” EXERCISE A PLENTY is available for the first termers who enroll in the gym class. Many of the boys who are not in freshman athletics take their exercise in gym class. GENERAL MATH is merely a continuation of the arithmetic classes of the grades. The freshmen find, however, that the processes are more involved and the problems harder to solve. GOOD CITIZENSHIP in a democratic country is the main thought behind the freshman social studies course. In this class they |«arn about the many duties and obligations of a citizen, as well as the way the government operates. RACK ROW fLto R)—-Josephine Damon, M. Moerer, D. S.an.ey Neu ba. TH.RD row—I. Bofllc. M. Michon, D. Cook, L. Yates, A Rumbaugh. SECOND ROW—Pasco, Dean Wheeler, Dennis Wheeler, R. Meyer, B. Allen. FRONT ROW —A. Byrom, I. Bogle, Orr, Horr, Michel, J. BANKS. BACK ROW (L to R)—M. Gerdes, B. Edwards. Stephens. SECOND ROW—D. Bohling, N. Gitli- Guenther, Dick Evans, M. Falk, Premer. THIRD land, Platt, Simpson, R. Meyer. FRONT ROW—J. ROW—Phillips, Rose, Jones, Kimball, R. Bantz. Johnson, Skoglund. M. Sailors, B. Meyer. BACK ROW (L to R)—Dishong Chadwick, Casey, Oliver. Rothert, Cahill, B. Russell.—THIRD ROW— J. Clarke, Bratcher, A. Gebers, W. Moerer, K. Gros-soehme, Gilbert. SECOND ROW—Gibson, Neal, Henkel, Harmon, M. Rogge, Erisman. FRONT ROW—Conner, J. Oestmann, A. Bantz, D. Hendricks, Stock, C. Bacon. Sophomores Choose Majors And Minors HOME PLANNING and design becomes a part of the sophomore homemaking study, as the girls learn how to harmonize the colors of wall paper, drapes, and furniture coverings. PICKLED CRAYFISH get the scissors treatment as this inquisitive biology class tries to find out what makes the small animal “tick.” Later they will make drawings of their discoveries. Having completed their background courses, the sophomore students become concerned about the majors and minors they will need to graduate. A major consists of six semesters of work in one subject field, and a minor of four semesters. Only the freshman classes in math and Spanish can be applied to meeting these requirements. Required courses for the sophomores consist of English and social studies, with math also necessary for students who plan to attend college later. For the remainder of his high school career, the choice of classes will be left to the individual student providing each completes at least one major and two minors before graduating. For this second year, specific courses are English II, world history, plane geometry, biology, first or second year Spanish, homemaking, and agriculture. Work in the Future Farmers, Future Homemakers, Spanish, Library, and Pep clubs help develop ingenuity and ability to cooperate. The same spirit of group action is stressed in athletics, vocal and instrumental music, and class organizations. Gradually the sophomore begins to realize that to be a good school citizen he must help others solve their problems as well as his own. SPECIAL INTERESTS become more important to the second year students. Playing In band gives them a chance to take advantage of their talents. BY THE END of their sophomore year, the vocational agri- One of their second year projects is to be able to identify on culture students have learned many things about farming. sight over 100 different kinds of grain and weed seeds. LETTERS WRITTEN IN SPANISH and sent to pen pals in the Latin - American countries give the Spanish students an excellent opportunity to perfect their writing of this foreign language. PLANE GEOMETRY is the study of surfaces of mathematical objects, but an understanding of algebra often helps students solve their problems. 12 BACK ROW (L to R)—Slater, J. Lunzmann, Cooney, Epperson, L. Bantz, Jim Stoddard, Simpson. THIRD ROW—Blinde, Stewart, |. Remmers, Michel, Herlford, Cornes, Cummings, Jim Humphrey, SECOND ROW—Schuler, J. Stoddard, R. Clarke, B. Caspers, Dianne Evans. O’Harra, Owens. FRONT ROW—Oakley, Willard, G. Schlange, Milam, Morris, Barnes. BACK ROW (L to R)—Evelyn Hug, R Russell, Seid Farson, Bath, Rumbaugh. THIRD ROW—Kolm. Hinds, B. Vanderford, Armstrong, J. Remmers. SECOND ROW—R. Smith, Swan, G. Clark, D. Bohl-• ng, Auker, Noah. FRONT ROW—Griffiths, L Wheeler, J. Clarke, King. BACK ROW (L to R) — M. Bohling, Hutton, T. Tushla, B. Humphrey, J. Meyer, R. Schlange. THIRD ROW—Jerry Nance, L. Bogle, Cacy, T. Van derford, Hill, B. Clark. SECOND ROW—A. Allen, Knox, Elliott, Brockmeier, N. Yates, Mills. FRONT ROW—P. Bohl, N. Lotter, Durr, D. Gerdes, D. Lot-ter, Dannul. I With two years of study and adjustment behind them, the juniors begin to take more notice of their classroom opportunities, think a little about the future, and take stock of their own abilities and shortcomings. Several new courses are open to the third termers. Shorthand and typing are offered to those interested in a commerce major. Journalism provides an opportunity for creative writing to be used in the school newspaper and yearbook. Shop is offered to boys not already taking it as a part of ag work. Continuation courses in the basic fields include English III, American history, physics, advanced math classes, homemaking, and agriculture, which allow a large variety of courses from which to choose. By this time the class athletes are an important part of the football, basketball, and track teams. The musicians are attending clinics, and playing or singing as soloists or members of small groups. Would be actors get their big chance in the class play. As a result, the juniors are growing up, becoming sophisticated, and enjoying themselves. IN ADDITION to being able to understand their readings, junior English students must also be able to explain them via the oral report. TESTING and experimenting become an important part of the ag student’s woi k. Here they are testing soil samples. JOURNALISM students devised many ways, such as selling tourn ament programs, to help finance the “Barker.” ADVANCED MATH courses are offered for those students who want to learn about the more complicated procedures of algebra and geometry. OLD DOCUMENTS and letters reveal many interesting things about American history. Here these students examine the facsimile copies of many of the important mes- sages written by such men as Washington, Jefferson, Jack-son, Lincoln, and Grant. FINGER DEXTERITY and mental - physical coordination are coming a necessity for both business and personal use. developed in typing classes. Ability to type is rapidly be- 15 BACK ROW (L to R)—Osborne. Kreglo. L. Harms. Rider. B. Gerdes. SECOND ROW—V. Moerer, Aue. Bunge, M. Caspers, Haddox. FRONT ROW Sohnholz, N. Rogge, P. Wheeler, G. Byrom. BACK ROW (L to R)—H. Bogle, D. Yates. Stuck. Jenkins, Eitzman, C. Yates.—SECOND ROW—Cross. Breazile, Hillers, Shoemaker, E. Remmers.—FRONT ROW—L. Fritz, Baker, B. Falk, Manasmith, L Rogge. Harms, Kastens. FRONT ROW—Hall, L. Jones. McKenney, E. Clarke. BACK ROW (L to R)—White, John Damon, Jerry Humphrey, L. Grossoehme, K. Gilliland, E. Allen. SECOND ROW—Nelson, D. Rogge, Bradley, M. Congratulations from Your Dodge and Plymouth Dealer Authorized Sales and Service AUBURN MOTOR CO. Lee Kelligar Auburn, Nebr. Air Conditioned for your comfort! Hoyt Cafe A Everything for the Farmer Skelly Service Nemaha County Farmers Co-op. Congratulations —to the— Auburn High School Seniors of 1951 Cadillac THE STANDARD CHEVROLET CO. Auburn, Nebraska Rothert’s 5c to $ 1.00 Store Headquarters for School Supplies Irvin Dovel Phillips 66 Products Phone 66 Auburn, Nebr. CONGRATULATIONS, SENIORS! AUBURN MACHINE WORKS, Inc. Manufacturers and Designers Factory Auburn, Nebraska J. W. KERNS LUMBER CO. Lumber - Building Material - Coal Phone 100 Auburn, Nebr. Best of Luck to the Class of 1 95 1 Sears Friendly Service Congratulations —from— Drs. Peck Mowery Veterinarians Congratulations Kreglo Radio Service Phone 313 Auburn, Nebr. Dr. I. W. Irvin, M. D. X-Ray Casey Funeral Home 24 Hour Ambulance Service Auburn Phone 93 Thoughtful Service Best Wishes from lone’s Beauty Shop Phone 222 Ella-Margaret Shop “The Shop of Quality” Hecht Hardware and Furniture Furniture - Hardware - Sporting Goods - Floor Covering Phone 71 Auburn Carson National Bank Auburn, Nebr. A Member of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Geo. Sitzman Plumbing, Heating, Electric and Sheet Metal Work Phone 550 Auburn, Nebr. STALEY FEEDS Buyers of Cream, Poultry, Eggs and Hides Coupe Feed Store Congratulations to the Class of ’51 Marcus Clothing and Shoe Store Blacksmith and Welding Shop Walter Casey Dr. Pepper Bottling Co. Hotel Auburn Where Cleanliness and Friendliness Dr. Pepper - Squirt Await You! Mason’3 Old Fashioned Root Beer COFFEE SHOP Circle A Flavors Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Clinton E. Morrill Ruth E. Morrill G. E. PETERSON STUDIO Portrait and Commercial Photography Phone 470 Auburn, Nebr. Oakman Grocery Groceries - Meats Ferneau Kiechel Phone 589 Auburn A ttorneys Dr. R. I. Mosher Dental Surgeon — X-Ray . Auburn, Nebraska Phone 500 Auburn 1016 15th St. Auburn Ad-Visor “Complete Countywide Circulation” Dr. C. A. Reid Dale Guilliatt Dental Surgeon Skelly Agent Armstrong C McKnight Lawyers Auburn, Nebraska Congratulations Bouwens Hatchery to the Class of 1951 Quality Chicks - Feeds - Supplies Phone 7 Auburn, Nebr. May Timm Funeral Home Everything for the Home and Car Ambulance Service - ..Trra. _ Auburn, Nebr. T. W. Engles Lumber Co. Harry Bunge, Owner Building Material and Coal Everything to Build Anything Phone 185 Auburn, Nebr. Auburn, Nebr. Kidwell’s Phone 311 Since 193 Groceries - Meats “The Home of Roberts Products” Meet Your Friends —at— Ham Radio 6c Television Radio and Television Are Our Business -----------Not a Sideline Hested’s Auburn, Nebraska Plumbing and Heating Service Kuwitzky Electric Wiring - Appliances - Fixtures All Types of Electrical Repair Phone 39(3 912 Central Ave. Congratulations Andrews Monument Works Largest Stock in Nebraska Auburn, Falls City, Nebraska City, Nebr. Glenwood, Iowa Kuenning Produce Premer Plumbing 6C Heating Co. 10.13 Central Ave. Auburn, Nebi Dwight Griffiths Lawyer Deb’s Automotive Service Motor Tune Up and Auto Electrical Service Dannen Feeds Poultry - Eggs - Cream 1012 13th Street Phone 481 Auburn Everything for the Car and Bike! WESTERN AUTO Associate Store Home Owned and Operated by Delbert H. Otis 905 Central Avenue Auburn, Nebraska National Farm Loan Association OSCAR A. FLAU Secretary-Treasurer Minneapolis-Moline See Us for Parts and Service Tel. 540 Caspers Bros. Auburn, Nebr. Central Market Fresh Meats - Quality Groceries Phone 31 Auburn, Nebr. Congratulations and Success —to the— Graduating Class of ’51 State and Auburn Theatres Phone 240 Auburn, Nebr. Good Luck, Grads! Nemaha County Abstract Company R. R. Blankenship Son Phone 44 Congratulations Grads of 5 1 C. F. (Slim) Mason Son Best Wishes —from— Conoco Service Station W. Hinds Poultry - Cream - Butter - Peed Wholesale - Retail Nemaha Co. Creamery Phone 4 Mullenax Auto Supply Complete Stock of Auto and Tractor Parts Phone 266 Congratulations Auburn High School Seniors of 1951 DARLING TRANSFER Congratulations Humphrey’s Sheet Metal and Plumbing Phone 615 Congratulations —from— Rudy’s Food Market Earl May Seed and Nursery Store Auburn, Nebr. Congratulations, Seniors —from— Mobil Service Station Elmer Chapp, Lessee Knapp Sons Phillips 66 Products Tank Wagon — Station Service It lias been our privilege to offer congratulations to many classes graduating from the Auburn High School, and we are now happy to add to this honor roll the CLASS OF 1951. May the fundamental training which you have acquired from a modern and efficient educational system encourage and inspire you to attain only the better things of life! NELSON NORDLUND “On the Hill and On the Square” Gibbs Hatchery Auburn, Nebr. City, Syracuse, Humboldt Pillsbury Feeds Paul M. Scott, M. D. Glasses Fitted Tel.— Residence 79b; Office 201 Congratulations to the Class of ’51 Grovenburg Signs Congratulations —from— Auburn Implement Co. Massey-Harris Parts and Service Albert and Fred Hector Insurance J. Ray Clark’s Market Meats - Groceries Phono 228 Auburn, Nebr. Dr. A. T. 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