Bancroft High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Bancroft, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 52 of the 1963 volume:

Welcome Do LUIS The doors of BHS were opened to Sarah and Joe Liang, daughter and son of Rev. and Mrs. H. T. Liang. During these past few months with us, they have taught us many of their oriental customs. Having them in our community and school has been a valuable and rewarding experience to jt p e t A o n a i w e A A a 9 3r o m s a r a h an J 3° Sarah and I were given the special privilege of writing a few words in the annual. My sister being a senior and very busy at this time, could not help me; thus, leaving the heavy burden on my shoulders. I tried very hard to think of something to write with my poor English, and decided to write about our school history. In September, 1953,.my family and I arrived in Kobe, Japan, after about five years of residence in Formosa. Upor arrival, my brother, Clarence, Sarah, and I had trouble finding a school to attend. There was a Chinese school but it was strongly influenced by the Chinese Communists in that land. Japanese schools also came into consideration, but fearing ttat we might be mistreated, they were out. Then we found out about on English school, and with nowhere else to go, we applied for that English school, St. Micheal's School, and were glodly received. My sister went into the third grade and I entered the second grade. We attended St. Micheal's School for five years. Then we changed to a Canadian School, Canadian Academy. We attended Canadian Academy the rest of our time in Japan. And last September, like a miracle, we arrived in Bancroft. We could not believe our eyes in seeing that the town was so small, but, to our astonishment, the longer we stay the more we feel the town is growing larger, more friendly, and nicer. We owe thanks and gratitude to the whole student body, the faculty, and even the town in making us feel so welcome. J ’ A V 2 Although this annual is intended to depict the 1%2-63 school year at Bancroft High School, the text of this , annual cannot indicate the fine school spirit, student cooperation and pride displayed each day of the past school year. All of you, students and staff alike, have helped to make the past year the memorable one that it was. Best wishes to the Class of '63. Superintendent K. J. Echtenkamp ministration Your class motto, Tonight we launch, where shall we anchor? holds a great deal of realism. Let us hope that BHS has served well as a launching pad for your flight through the endless sea of life. In years to come let those who worked so diligently with you on the launching pad be rewarded. Let that reward be the knowledge that each and every one of you, the class of '63, has dropped anchor in the port of success in your life's endeavors. Principal R. D. Tushla BOARD OF EDUCATION: Mrs. Albert Hermelbrocht, Mrs. Hilmer Wiig, Mr. Jomes Vogt, Mr. Kenneth Deer, Mr. Roy Sorensen, ond Mr. Richard Gatrost. 3 a c u MR. KENNETH ECHTENKAMP Superintendent Chemistry MR. ROBERT TUSHLA Principal Mathematics Basketball MR. DARYLE URWILER Office Practice Shorthand Typing MR. WILLIAM PETERSEN Football Sciences Track Shop MRS. MARY ALEXANDER Social Science Library MRS. RUTH HAMMEL Home Economics MRS. CORA BARNES Dramatics English MR. GARY LINDER Music CL a 5 i ei Home Economics II American History Class Shop projects are simplified by the use of the electric power saw. Math students further their education by learning to manipulate their new slide rules. Freshmen observe the finer points of writing. a n Chemistry can prove to be an interesting class when experimenting with insoluable substances. J Shorthand students hard at work taking dictation. Seventh period activities include mixed chorus and talking. Wore C(a JJeJ How can you find his heart, if you can't find him? Mr. Petersen's opening sentence - Line up. Marie and Frank Larsen In BHS we have a guy that we rate No. 1, Looking anywhere, you'll see Frank, our Custodian. Frank sweeps the floors, cleans the halls, always to a T, In short, he makes ol' BHS a more pleasant place to be. 8 JOYCE COOK SHARON DITTBERNER ALAN GATZEMEYER SIBYL KAI CYRENA GRONE S eniorJ CHERYL EBY RICHARD HERMELBRACHT ADRIAN ABENDROTH SARAH LIANG TOM LARSEN PAULETTE MANNING CONNIE McGLADREY RONALD MACKEY 11 JUDEEN NOLTING TOM NELSON DARLA MUNDERLOH MR. TUSH LA MR. URWILER THE MIGHTY SENIORS A warm welcome was spread by the seniors when Sarah Liang joined our happy group straight from Kobe, Japan. Since her arrival, we have shared many busy but fun-filled months. At the first class meeting of the year, we elected Cliff Schilling as our leader, Alan Gatzemeyer as our stand-by leader, and Ron Mackey as our trusting secretary-treasurer. Our sponsors, Mr. Tushla and Mr. Urwiler, helped to make the year fun and successful. One of Sarah's first experiences with the class was helping plan and make the Christmas dance a success. During the first part of April, we gave our class play, Feudin' Over Yonder. This was the first time Sarah had ever taken part in a play so it made it all the more fun for everyone. After the play we all pitched in and sold lunch to the public to earn money for Sneak Day. On the misty morning of May 3, we boarded a private bus and headed for Omaha for Sneak Day. It was the first time Sarah and some of the other seniors had ever been in Omaha. Most of the day was spent touring and shopping. After a hearty meal at the Fireside Restaurant, we went to Mutiny On The Bounty. We arrived home around 2:30, a tired but happy group. Thanks to the juniors, the seniors all had an unforgettable evening at the banquet and prom which was held May 11. Finally the big night came—on May 22. Nineteen seniors saw their last day at BHS. As we walked dowr the aisle, I am certain many of us were thinking of how much fun we have shared these last four years and how 12 fast graduation had come. BARBARA VAN KIRK S eniorJ CLIFFORD SCHILLING LINDA OSTRAND juniors Freddie Siebrandt Mary Gatzemeyer Judy Block 1 6 Lyle Soenksen Richard Ronnenkamp Melvin Vogt The first day of the school year found eight girls and ten boys enrolling in the junior class. We were later joined by Joe Liang, direct from Japan and other parts of the orient. Dennis Engelbart was elected our leader for the third consecutive year. Cheryl Gatzemeyer served as his assistant. Our records and banking were handled by Mary Gatzemeyer. Mrs. Alexander and Mr. Echtenkamp were our leaders and guiding lights for the year. The hours in the classroom were spent studying such courses as English, American history, mathematics, chemistry, office practice, shorthand, home economics, and shop. On November 20, the juniors turned actors when we presented a three-act comedy, Stars In Their Eyes. Color Day festivities found our class represented by Cheryl Gatzemeyer and Roger Mohl. County Government Day, April 11, taught us about politics and our local government. Mary Gatzemeyer and Dennis Engelbart were our Girls' and Boys' Staters for the session in June. Lettermen representing our class on the gridiron were Roger Mohl, Lauren Daberkow, Dennis Carlson, Dennis Engelbart, Dick Ronnenkamp, and Lyle Soenksen. Dennis Engelbart, Dick Ronnenkamp, and Roger Mohl lettered on the basketball court. Track lettermen were Allen Cook, Dennis Engelbart, Joe Liang, and Dick Ronnenkamp. Mary Lynn Elsasser and Cheryl Gatzemeyer lead cheers for the boys throughout the year. Hi-point of the year was the Junior-Senior Banquet held on May 11. The theme of the event was Evening In Paris. The banquet and its preparation were enjoyed by all. Mary Bring David Newell Kathy Deer Five girls and six boys started the 1962-63 year as sophomores. At the first class meeting, we elected the.following officers: President, Carlene Nolting; Vice President, Eddie Raasch; and Secretary-Treasurer, Marjean Fuller. Mrs. Cora Barnes was appointed os the class sponsor. We were happy to have Mary Bring join us during the second semester. Our activities were many and varied this yeor. We tried to enrich our treasury by selling candy early in the year. With some of this money, we had a fall picnic for the freshmen. We also held a gym party where piping hot pizzas were the main attraction. Various members participated in football, basketball, track, pep club, girls' glee, mixed chorus, dramatics, library, and office work. Alice Neel, Carlene Nolting, and Marilyn Ruehling were chosen as junior cheerleaders. Robert Cook was on the first-ten basketball squad. The sophomores did academic work in some of the following classes: English 10, world history, biology, typing, mathematics II, and physical education. Alice Neel Edward Raasch Franklyn Allen Vogt Gene Zobel Shirley Ruehling Carolyn Witt Carol Vogt Sandra Petersen Dwight Gatzemeyer Mark Sorensen William Konopik i FRONT ROW: Carla Anderson, Shirley Schultz, Bonnie Konopik, Cynthia Chesnut, Karen Petersen, Larry Van Kirk, Charles Graff, and Joe Sorensen. MIDDLE ROW: Mrs. Dittberner, Judy Macklin, Gary Gatzemeyer, Lowell Nolting, Nancy Sorensen, Ellen Gatzemeyer, Robert Sorensen, Reggie Roth, David Hermelbracht, Anthony Shadebolt, James Fuller, Charles Craig, and Alan Simonsen. BACK ROW: John Ross, Kenneth Deer, Dennis Gatzemeyer, Carolyn Deer, Sharon Zwygart, Sharon Schodeman, Michael Vogt, Fayette Petersen, Paul Manning, Billie Copple, Karen Carlson, and John Eby. red It m a ctivitii n The opening day of school found twenty-five of the greenest, growingest young people to enroll as freshmen. All the fellows participated in some form of athletics. Gene Zobel, Bert Newell, and Dwight Gatzemeyer attained their letter award in football. Nancy Zimmerman led cheers for these youths. Our leaders were Top Dog, Dwight Gatzemeyer; Secondary Dog, Gene Zobel; and Penny Packer, Marcia Ortmann. Our guiding light was Mr. Petersen. Class shenanigans were carried on at two parties. Our name bearers for Color Day were Nancy Zimmerman and Dwight Gatzemeyer. 20 Ct.al WarL Three seniors ended their high school football careers on October 24 by helping to defeat a highly-rated Winnebago team 52-24. They were Cliff Schilling, Tom Larsen, and Ron Mackey. This crowning victory climaxed the '62 season with a 6-2 record. One of the highlights of the season was Cliff Schilling's seven touchdowns and four conversions against Winnebago. He lacked only four points of typing an individual scoring record in Class D for the season. Practice for the season began on August 22, with twenty participants anxious to partake in this grueling sport. Twelve hod earned their letters by the close of the season. Bancroft outscored their opponents 238 to 148, and had 58 out of 124 passes completed for a total of 46 percent. Cliff Schilling was leading ground gainer with 1,013 yards for a 7.1 yard overage. Dennis Engelbart and Cliff Schilling both had the honor of being chosen star of the week by the OMAHA WORLD HERALD; Dennis for his fifteen tackles against Winnebago, and Cliff, for his five touchdowns against Homer. Logan Valley Conference selections placed Cliff Schilling as a first team back on the All-Conference Team. Ron Mackey, center, and Lyle Soenksen, tackle, were chosen for the second team. BACK ROW: Coach Bill Petersen, Asst. Coach Bob Tushla, Kenny Echtenkamp, Bert Newell, Keith Stockhom, Allen Cook, Mork Sorensen, Adriarv Abendroth, Student Manager. MIDDLE ROW: Gene Zobel, Marlin Greenfield, Dwight Gotzemeyer, Robert Cook, Lauren Daberkow, David Newell, Gene Elsasser. FRONT ROW: Roger Mohl, Ron Mackey, Dennis Engelbart, Cliff Schilling, Lyle Soenksen, Dennis Carlson, Richard Ronnenkamp, Tom Larsen. 22 SEASON'S RECORD Rosalie Walthill Emerson Beemer Homer Decatur Craig Winnebago o t S hots! Richard Ronnenkamp, Tom Larsen Dennis Engelbart, Robert Tushlo, Coach Tom Nelson, Cliff Schilling Varsity in action. 24 Slot Shots Sn Sction Magic number 100 was the basketball team's goal as practice began. Hopes were high that Tom Larsen, Cliff Schilling, ond Tom Nelson, the three returning lettermen, together with twenty-two participants, could make this number a reality. V-day arrived on December 18 as Bancroft subdued Decatur to give Mr. Tushla the hundredth victory of his career at BHS. Bancroft finished its season with a 16 and 6 record to give Mr. Tushla a total of 113 wins ond 24 losses in his career at Bancroft. Leading scorer for the year was Tom Larsen with 314 points , followed by Cliff Schilling with 312, Tom Nelson 223, Dennis Engelbert 152, and Richard Ronnenkamp 148. The Bulldogs scored 1,226 points for a 55.7 game average. They hit 472 out of 1,271 field goal attempts for a season's average of 37%, and 282 out of 450 free throws were sunk for an overage of 62.7% Cliff Schilling was chosen as one of the Logan Valley first-five, and received honorable mention for All-State in Class D. Tom Larsen received a position on the Logon Valley second team. SEASON'S RECORD West Point Winnebago Decatur Dakota City Pender West Point Wisner G. A. Walthill Dakota City Rosalie Emerson Decatur Beemer Emerson Homer Uehling Lyons Rosalie Emerson S. H. Decatur BACK ROW: Adrian Abendroth, Student Manager; Mr. Tushla, Coach; Lyle Soenksen, Dick Hermelbracht, Joe Liang, Roger Mohl, Robert Cook, Mr. Petersen, Asst. Coach. FRONT ROW: Dennis Miller, Richard Ronnenkamp, Tom Larsen, Tom Nelson, Cliff Schilling, Dennis Engelbert, and Gene Zobel. FRONT ROW: Gregory Vogt, Dwight Gatzemeyer, Mark Sorensen, Kenny Echtenkamp, Gene Zobel, William Konopik, Roger Mohl. MIDDLE ROW: Duane Miller, Alan Gatzemeyer, Tom Larsen, Robert Cook, Dennis Engelbert, Allen Cook, Lyle Soenksen, Franklyn Vogt. BACK ROW: Richard Ronnenkamp, Cliff Schilling, Tom Nelson, Dennis Miller, Ron Mackey, Joe Liang, and Student Manager, Adrian Abendroth. Alan qualifying for State. The Mile Relay 26 Richard Ronnenkamp - High Jump Clifford Schilling - Discus The 440 yd. Dosh Alan Gatzemeyer, Cliff Schilling, Tom Nelson, and Richard Ronnenkamp qualified for the State Track Meet, making the track season a success. Alan finished second in the Mile Run at the State Track Meet. Cliff ran the 440 Dash, but failed to place. Tom Nelson and Richard Ronnenkamp, along with Cliff and Alan ran in the Mile Relay, but failed to place. On the whole, the twenty-one members of the '63 track squad did the best in several years. The Mile Relay Team won two trophies during the track season, one at the Logan Valley Track Meet and the other at the Cuming County Track Meet. The Cuming County Track Meet was the first to be held in about seven years. The 880 Relay Team did fairly well this season, by winning two third-place ribbons. We had a total of nine lettermen this year. They were the members of the 880 Relay Team: Tom Larsen, Allen Cook, Dennis Engelbart, and Joe Liang; the members of the Mile Relay Team: Cliff Schilling, Alan Gatzemeyer, Tom Nelson, and Richard Ronnenkamp; and Robert Cook, running the 880 Run. Cliff finishing - Mile Relay So m e O utstanclincj ontribution Ron Mockey and Lyle Soenksen - Logon Volley Conference Football 28 Cliff Schilling - Logan Volley Conference Football Basketball, Shrine All- Star Gome Tom Larsen - Logan Valley Conference Basketball Alan Gatzemeyer - Mile Tom Nelson - Science Award, Valedictorian Melvin Vogt - Superior Plus at Wayne Music Contest Dennis Miller - W.S.T.C. Science Fair Mr. Tushla - 100th Basketball Victory Mary Gatzemeyer - Girls' State, American Legion Oratorical Contest Dennis Engelbart - Boys' State, Citizenship Award Cyrena Grone - Homemaker of Tomorrow f ctivi tied During the post yeor the students of Bancroft High have enjoyed both working and playing together. The annual Christmas dance was held in the school gymnasium with a large crowd attending. Everyone danced the night away, after which Santa arrived and distributed our gifts, from under the tree. The girls, in particular, enjoyed sitting on Santa's lap and chatting with him. Cheers for victory could be heard at basketball, football, volleyball gomes and at track meets. Our team's victories encouraged everyone's attendance and co-operation at games. The seasons ended triumphantly, both for the boys who participated in sports and the cheering squad. Recognition to those who participated in sports or helped the team to victory by cheering, was presented at the athletic banquet. A delicious meal was enjoyed by everyone, after which the awards were presented. A movie, Deep Sea Diving, was later viewed by all. On May 11, the big night arrived. This was the night extra special to the seniors, as they were the honored guests of the junior class at the banquet. The juniors enthusiastically decorated the gymnasium to fit the theme. Evening in Paris. The sophomore class proved to be able waitresses and waiters. They also presented a fashion show of the latest Paris fashions, a can-can dance, and several French songs. Later that evening the entire student body attended the prom. We could hove danced all night to the lively music of the band; but it hod to come to an end, all too soon. Everyone enjoyed having fire drills, especially on warm days when we could all get a little fresh air and sunshine. For some strange reason, it always took us a little longer to get back upstairs than it did coming out. The fresh air was just too inviting to resist, and we all wanted to stay outside, but the teachers had different ideas. Shouting and cheers could be heard during noon hour on any game day. Both grade and high school students participated in the pep rallies. The pep band helped encourage enthusiasm, and outdoor rallies were always a success. The entire school joined together in cheers, chants, and songs which helped lead our boys to victory. Everyone enthusiastically raked leaves and picked up litter, on clean up day. Each class was assigned a portion of the school lawn, which they cleaned to their fullest ability. When finished, we were given cookies and milk as a reward for the clean and spotless lawn we left behind. The 1963 school year came to a complete close when the high school students journeyed to Dead Timber. The trip was mode in a cattle truck, which was cool and breezy. Everyone furnished his own dinner, after which we played ball, hiked, or found other entertainment to keep us busy the rest of the afternoon. Everyone returned home safe, but WETI These are only a few of the fun filled times, we, the students of BHS have experienced together. May we always remember them. We Were -Af Oo etker BARKER STAFF Judy Block, Roger Mohl, Asst. Editor; Dennis Carlson, Cheryl Gotzemeyer, Editor; Connie Kilgore, Mary Lynn Elsasser, Sandy Elsasser, Sharon Dittberner, Lyle Soenksen, Freddie Siebrandt, Melvin Vogt. PEP BAND ANNUAL STAFF Gladys Schademan, Barbara Van Kirk, Paulette Manning, Mary Gotzemeyer, Asst. Editor; Linda Ostrand, Editor; Janie Zimmerman, Cyrena Grone, Sibyl Kai, Lauren Daberkow, Allen Cook, Connie McGladrey, Joyce Cook, Ron Mackey, Cliff Schilling, Dick Hermelbracht, Mr. Urwiler, Sponsor. Our -sectors, c t r e A 5 e J a n cl dido o L 11 n d er J DRAMATICS BACK ROW: Edward Raosch, Robert Ortmann, Carly Nolting, Morjean Fuller, Jude Nolting, Sarah Liang, Marlin Greenfield, Tom Nelson, Dennis Engelbert, Bob Cook. MIDDLE ROW: Sandra Petersen, Carol Vogt, Barb Van Kirk, Sharon Dittberner, Glodys Schodeman, Connie McGladrey, Cheryl Eby, Darla Munderloh, Dave Newell, Kenny Echtenkamp, Ron Mackey. FRONT ROW: Mrs. Barnes, Director; Kathy Deer, Carolyn Witt, Alice Neel, Marilyn Ruehling, Marcia Ortmann, Mary Bring, Cyrena Grone, Mary Gatzemeyer, Franklyn Vogt, Gregory Vogt, Mark Sorensen. LIBRARIANS Mrs. Alexander, Sponsor; Ronnie Mackey, Paulette Manning, Marjeon Fuller, Frank Vogt. 31 CONCERT BACK ROW: Nancy Zimmerman, Sandra Petersen, David Hermelbracht, Connie Kilgore, Larry Van Kirk, William Konopik, Kenny Deer, Stanley Manning, Kenny Echtenkamp, Connie McGladrey, Alice Neel, Dennis Miller, Melvin Rodick, Larry Abendroth, Joe Sorensen, Gerald Kubik, Duane Miller, Mark Sorensen, Cheerie Gatzemeyer, Mickey Vogt, Tom Nelson, Mr. Linder. SECOND ROW: Shirley GIRLS' GLEE BACK ROW: Sandra Petersen, Cheryl Eby, Cyrena Grone, Gladys Schademan, Joyce Tietz, Shirley Ruehling, Kathy Deer, Beth Munderloh, Larrileen Munderloh. FRONT ROW: Mr. Linder, Director; Mary Gatzemeyer, Marilyn Ruehling, Sharon Dittberner, Barb Van Kirk, Carol Vogt, and Marcia Ortmonn. MARCHING BAND MAJORETTES: Kathy Deer, Cheerie Gatzemeyer, Mary Gatzemeyer. FRONT ROW: Joe Sorensen, Larry Abendroth, Melvin Rodick, Duane Miller, Dennis Miller, Alice Neel, Mr. Linder, Director. SECOND ROW: Anthony Shodbolt, Melvin Vogt, Gerald Kubik, Rodney Schultz, Gregory Vogt, Mark Sorensen. THIRD ROW: Tom Nelson, Connie Hermelbracht, Mickey Vogt, Jay Copple, Cynthia Chesnut, Nancy Sorensen. FOURTH ROW: David Hermelbracht, Larry Van Kirk, William Konopik, Gordon Sorensen, Roberta Copple, Connie band Schultz, Bonnie Konopik, Gordon Sorensen, Roberta Copple-Melvin Vogt, Gregory Vogt, Kothy Deer, Nancy Sorensen, Cyn ROW: Mary Gatzemeyer, Carol Vogt, Mary Lynn Elsasser, Jomce Petersen, and Corolyn Deer. FIRST Karen From the beginning of the year to the end, the band has been very busy. In the early part of the year the band traveled to Wayne to participate in Wayne's Homecoming. The band also marched at some of our football games. During the school year, the concert band has faithfully practiced for the fall concert, December 5, and the spring concert given on April 17. On March 26, the band traveled to Walthill to participate «n the Logan Valley Instrumental Concert. The band again journeyed over to Wayne on April 25 to attend the annual District Music Contest in Wayne. Memorial Day completed the band schedule for the year. MIXED CHORUS BACK ROW: Adrian Abendroth, Dennis Miller, Cliff Schilling, Dick Hermelbrachf, Jude Nolting, Marjean Fuller, Connie McGlodrey, Gladys Schodeman, Paulette Manning, Cyrena Grone, Cheryl Eby, Cheryl Gatzemeyer, Flora Soenksen, Sibyl Kai. MIDDLE ROW: Mark Sorensen, Duane Miller, Tom Larsen, Dennis Engelbert, Melvin Vogt, Joyce Tietz, Shirley Ruehling, Beth Munderloh, Sandro Elsasser, Marlene Beutler' Sandra Petersen, Larrileen Munderloh, Judy Block, Barb Van Kirk, Sharon Dittberner, Donna Dixon, Jane Samson, Nancy Johnson. FRONT ROW: Melvin Rodick, Frank Vogt, Kenny Echtenkamp, William Konopik, Dwight Gatzemeyer, Gregory Vogt, Kathy Deer, Joyce Cook, Alice Neel, Darla Munderloh, Janie Zimmerman, Marcia Ortmann, Carol Vogt, Mary Gatzemeyer, Linda Ostrand, Cheerie Gatzemeyer, Nancy Zimmerman, and Marilyn Ruehling. Kilgore. FIFTH ROW: Connie McGladrey, Stanley Manning, Kenny Echtenkamp, Kenny Deer, Shirley Schultz, Carol Vogt. SIXTH ROW: Mary Lynn Elsasser, Carolyn Deer, Karen Petersen, Janice Sorensen, Bonnie Konopik, Nancy Zimmerman, and Sandra Petersen. Everywhere in the halfs of Bancroft there can be heard the joyous singing of the different vocal groups. This year's mixed chorus has grown in membership to fifty. It is one of the largest mixed choruses we have had for a number of years. Everyone has worked extremely hard for both the spring and fall concerts. This group also participated in the Annual Logan Valley Festival at Beemer on November 13. This is the first year the mixed chorus attended the Wayne Music Contest since Mr. Linder has been here. Everyone was looking forward for that day. The sixteen girls belonging to girls' glee harmoniously sang at both the spring and fall concerts. They also were in attendance at the Music Contest at Wayne. Several small groups and soloists sang at the spring concert, and also participated in the Music Contest at Wayne. 33 Our ero e A ! 1 1 • • • B CLUB Sponsor, Mr. PeterSen; Lyle Soenksen, Roger Mohl, Dennis Engelbert, Adrian Abendroth, Richard Ronnenkamp, Dick Hermelbracht, Dennis Carlson, Cliff Schilling, Tom Larsen, Ronnie Mackey, Alan Gatzemeyer, Mr. Tushla, Sponsor. ATHLETIC BANQUET Cliff Schilling accepts the Shrine award. Pep Club awards were presented at this time. Alan Gatzemeyer - first in the mile. 34 'IAJe re drom (J3a n c r o ft J We Coutdn ’ r o u d e r a n VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Judeen Nolting, Cheryl Gotzemeyer, Joyce Cook, Mary Lynn Elsosser. BHS PEP CLUB RESERVE TEAM CHEERLEADERS Carlene Nolting, Marilyn Ruehling, A| ice Neel, Nancy Zimmerman. Oke On February 12, 1963, the Bancroft Color Day started with the usual parade around the gym. Those winning prizes for the most orange and black in their outfits were Paulette Manning and Connie Kilgore. During the evening activity, the King and Queen were crowned. Miss Judeen Nolting, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Nolting, was crowned by Sandra Nolting, Queen of 1962. Mr. Clifford Schilling, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Schilling was crowned by Ronnie Soenksen, King of 1962. The senior attendants for the evening were Linda Ostrand and Tom Larsen. Representing the juniors were Cheryl Gatzemeyer and Roger Mohl. Sophomore attendants were Carlene Nolting and Robert Cook. Nancy Zimmerman and Dwight Gatzemeyer were elected by the freshman class. The president of the Pep Club, Cyrena Grone, gave the opening speech, Misses Judy Block and Sandra Elsasser, Pep Club vice-president and secretary-treasurer, respectively, carried the gifts. Serving as pages were Susie Venner and Jeff Konicek. The Queen was presented with a dozen red roses, and each of her attendants wore corsages. The King and his attendants wore carnation boutonnieres. The theme for the 1963 Color Day was Sweethearts Forever, submitted by Cheryl Gatzemeyer. After the game, which Bancroft won over Emerson-Hubbard, the Pep Club sponsored a dance in the school gym. 37 Clifford Schilling reoding Senior Class Will I Love Paris The Punch Bowl Evening In Paris was the theme for a very enjoyable evening for both the juniors and seniors on May 11. The juniors went to great length in carrying out the theme of the 196.3 banquet with sidewalk tables, awnings and candlel ight. 38 The Prom d u a t i o r a n CLASS MOTTO Tonight We Launch, Where Shall We Anchor? CLASS COLORS Scarlet and Cream CLASS FLOWER American Beauty Rose CLASS SPONSORS Mr. Robert D. Tushla Mr. Daryle E. Urwiler CLASS ROLL Adrian P. Abendroth Joyce Ellen Cook Sharon K. Dittberner Cheryl Kay Eby Alan Michael Gatzemeyer Cyrena Ann Grone Richard J. Hermelbracht Sibyl N. Kai Thomas P. Larsen Sarah Lynne Liang Ronald Leon Mackey Paulette M. Manning Connie L. McGladrey Darla Sue Munderloh Thomas P. Nelson Judeen Rae Nolting Linda Luella Ostrand Clifford E. Schilling Barbara E. Van Kirk C(a,S ’63 Shall we get ready or leave? These things are tight! You mean it's time to go on already? Dhe Biy fh9ht! Are we in step? The Closs of 1963. Sarah Liang goes forth! My arm hurts already. 42 Wore „ theBif fllfit! Top honors went to Tom Nelson. Adrian Abendroth gives the salutatory address. Sarah Liang proudly accepts her diploma. Guest speaker for the evening was Mr. DeBow. I pledge my life to thee. I wonder if they're nervous? 43 hey S upported ld A - - rjC et A S) u p p o rt h PPi FARMERS ELEVATOR CO. R. C. Conrad, Phone 3261 Bancroft, Nebraska GILSTER SALES COMPANY N. E. Nebraska's House of Bedding, Phone 4311 Bancroft, Nebraska FIRST NATIONAL BANK Bancroft Nebraska Continuous Service Since 1 884 HERMELBRACHT BROS. Hampshire Hogs, Registered Angus Cattle, Ph. 4281 LES' FEED PRODUCE Kent Feed LARSEN TRANSFER Bancroft, Nebraska GEORGE CANARSKY Tractor Repair HOLMQUIST GRAIN LUMBER CO., Phone 3031 Grain, Lumber Hardware BANCROFT DEPARTMENT STORE, Clothing For The Whole Family. Senior Portraits By GENELLI STUDIOS, Sioux City, Iowa VOGT'S MOBIL SERVICE Auto Laundry, Wheel Balancing, Phone 4151 Bancroft, Nebraska BANCROFT CAFE Meals Lunches Paul Arlene Manning PAUL ELSASSER Grocery Meat Phone 4956 HILLSIDE DAIRY Farm Fresh Dairy Products MEL'S FARM SERVICE Seed, Feed, Fertilizer, and Grinding LERIGER BROS. TAVERN Wines, Liquor, and Beer NEEL OIL CO., Tank Wagon Service, All Kinds of Petroleum Products BANCROFT BARBER SHOP Phone 3191 DEMME MORTUARY Emerson, Bancroft, Pender Congratulations! PENDER CLINIC GENERAL APPLIANCE REPAIR CITIZENS BANK HANSEN WELDING SHOP SALLY'S BEAUTY SHOP SHORTY'S BAR SCHULTZ FARM SERVICE RAASCH'S TAVERN B. A. C. GARAGE PEE WEE'S CORNER SERVICE STATION BANCROFT TELEPHONE COMPANY VOGT'S MARKET LOCKER FARMERS UNION CO-OP OIL ASSOCIATION BANCROFT PHARMACY, 3681 LYLE B. EGERMAN, Dentist COLLINS CHESTNUT OAKLAND CLEANERS MARR'S STAR MARKET 44