Bancroft High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Bancroft, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 52 of the 1967 volume:

Nebraska Centennial Publication of Bancroft High School Bancroft, Nebraska Editor, Larry Engelbart Ass't. Editor, Bonnie Konopik Sponsor, Daryle Urwiler PHOTOGRAPHY Genelli Studios Larry Engelbart Tom Rivers Allan Roth Sioux City, Iowa Bancroft, Nebraska This is the second school building in Bancroft which was erected at a cost of $2,000. The first school building was located on main street nearer downtown, (no picture available) This yearbook is dedicated in this Centennial year of 1967 by the Bulldogs staff to our great heritage as citizens of Nebraska, granted to us by our forefathers. May we all lead our lives to be worthy of this rich heritage. 2 ADMINISTRATION Mr. Robert Tushla, Principal As members of the class of f67, you must venture into a world of turmoil, trouble and unrest. Our school has done its utmost to provide the basic tools for successful living. I sincerely hope each of you, equipped with these tools, will go forth and meet the challenges of the world. May your success be such that your name will be placed along side the names of other successful Americans. Mr. Kenneth Echtenkamp, Superintendent You, the Class of 1967, are unique in that your graduation coincides with the Centennial of Nebraska’s statehood. Our school and community have been a part of this 100 years of progress from a newly formed state to its present status. Educational progress, though at times slow, has been steady and progress HAS been made. To the Class of 67, much success in the second 100 years of progress of our great state. BOARD OF EDUCATION James Vogt Mrs. Hilmer Wiig Fritz Venner Kenneth Deer 3 Mrs. Albert Hermelbracht Roy Sorensen BHSFACULTY ENCOURAGE STUDENTS Miss Charlotte Davis has worked faithfully teaching home economics, general science, and biology. Mr. William Petersen served BHS as football and track coach, and assistant basketball coach. He also taught industrial arts, physical education, and driver education. 4 Mrs. Lewis Anderson had the challenging job of teaching four English classes. She was also dramatics instructor. Mr. Kenneth Headlee joined the faculty of BHS this year as vocal and instrumental music instructor. Mrs. Joe Alexander took her students around the world and told of its problems and current events as she taught the social science classes. Mr. Daryle Urwiler heads the commercial department and supervises the publications of the Bulldogs and Barker staffs. 5 Mrs. Donald Hermelbracht is our Assistant Cook BEHIND THE-SCENE WORKERS Chief Cook is Mrs. Elwin Fuller. Mr. Frank Larsen spends his time as Custodian of the school. HISTORICAL MARKER LOCATED EAST OF BANCROFT SENIORS STUDIO Miss Charlotte Davis Sponsor Hey, where's the water? Paul Manning Nancy Sorensen SENIORS FINISH Faye Petersen John A. Ross The Seniors chose a two-act comedy by William Davidson entitled Room For One More for their class play. It was directed by Mrs. Lewis Anderson and presented on May 1, 1967 in the high school auditorium. The cast of characters was: Mrs. Rose............. Fayette Petersen Joey....................Larry Engelbart Trot Rose...............Nancy Sorensen Teensie Rose............ Sally Johnson Janey...................Judy Macklin Betty...................Billie Copple Miss Winston............Karen Carlson Poppy...................Michael Vogt Jimmy John..............Kenneth Deer Mrs. Biddle.............Karen Petersen George Biddle . . . Dennis Gatzemeyer Rescued Woman . . . Helen Gatzemeyer Can I really learn to dance? 8 You must have another operation, Jimmy John! Room For One More Poppy and Mother Rose could never say no to a homeless child. In their tiny summer cottage by the ocean, they shared their joys and sorrows. They have promised to keep Janey for two weeks. Miss Winston, from the Home, arrives to take Janey back with her, but Janey rebels. The rest of the children take a vote and they decide that Janey can stay. They have no sooner shifted sleeping quarters around to make room for her when Jimmy John--a problem child who wears braces—enters. No one has ever been kind to him; so mother's heart goes out to him and before she knows it, they are shifting again to make room for one more. 9 RECEIVED DIPLOMAS Dennis Gatzemeyer Karen A. Carlson Raise you a dollar. Lullaby, and goodnight. Ha? Ha? LAKE OKOBOJ1, HERE WE COME On May 19, at 5:30 A.M., the tired but anxious seniors boarded the bus and ventured to Lake Okoboji where they had many hours of fun. Sponsored by Miss Davis and Mr. Tushla the seniors reached LeMars, Iowa about 7:30 where they ate their nourishing breakfast. Arriving in Arnold's Park at 9:00, the seniors explored the park. The biggest part of the day was spent going on rides, playing miniature golf, taking trips through the fun houses and souvenir shops and, of course, eating. At 5:00 they met at the bus and attended a smorgasbord dinner. Later a combo provided entertainment for a moonlight cruise, during which the seniors became acquainted with students from other schools. The cruise lasted two hours and then returned to dock where the bus was waiting. The clan enjoyed a snack late that night in Sioux City. The bus arrived in Bancroft at 2:30 with the exhausted seniors. Although it was a very cold day, the seniors still enjoyed themselves. Billie Copple Sharon Schademan Shouldn't have drunk the last one. This music is gro-o-o-vy! Did you hear the latest about—? You don't say. A 10 MAY 25, 1967 Sally Johnson Michael Vogt REMEMBER ... the style show? the track meets? Kenneth Deer Karen Petersen our wonderful cheerleaders at the games? the pep club stand? madrigal practice ' Pictured at left is Nancy Sorensen who lias been a loyal Bulldog booster serving as a cheerleader for four years, and was also selected as homecoming queen. Paul Manning, at right, was chosen for All-Conference honors in football and basketball, and was also homecoming king. SENIOR OFFICERS Selected as senior class officers this year were Faye Petersen, secretary-treasurer; Judy Macklin, news reporter; Kenneth Deer, vice-president; Paul Manning, president. The sixteen seniors that enrolled on August 30, 1966 had an active and memorable final year at Bancroft High School. With the guidance of their class sponsors, Miss Davis and Mr. Tushla, and with the confidence they placed in their class officers, they met each challenge with anxiety and each activity with pleasure. The seniors met the first homecoming activities with new enthusiasm and delight in making it a worthwhile occasion. Hours of hard work paid off as Nancy Sorensen and Paul Manning were crowned homecoming queen and king. Seniors felt the tensions of their last year as they faced numerous interviews and tests to determine their future plans. Of the six class members that took the Regents Scholarship Test, Kenneth Deer qualified for a Regents Scholarship and was also awarded a scholarship to General Motors Institute in Flint, Michigan. Judy Macklin—class valedictorian, Michael Vogt, and John Ross received four-year perfect attendance awards. Commencement brought the end to ball games, class plays, proms, banquets, and studies at BHS for sixteen seniors. SENIOR ACHIEVEMENTS Karen Petersen was named Betty Croc ker Homemaker of Tomorrow and received the Crisco trophy for her outstanding work in home economics. Miss Davis is presenting the awards to Karen. UNDERGRADS JUNIORS LOOK FORWARD Dean Tietz, President Joe Sorensen, Vice-President Carolyn Deer, Sharon Zwygart, Secretary-Treasurer News Reporter Mrs. Joe Alexander, Sponsor Robert Sorensen Lynette Brehmer Jim Fuller Shirley Schultz Lowell Nolting Gary Gatzemeyer 14 Larry Van Kirk John Bring Chuck Graff School isn't all hard work. Boy are we glad it's over! PRODUCTION OF SHY GUY” ATTRACTS MANY Talk about too much make-up! August 29 found 13 boys and six girls enrolling in the junior class. We welcomed back Chuck Graff from a year's stay at Pender. At our first class meeting we elected Dean Tietz as our fearless leader, with Joe Sorensen assisting him. Carolyn Deer became our secretary-treasurer. Sharon Zwygart reported our news. Mrs. Alexander and Mrs. Anderson were our advisors. Bonnie Konopik and Alan Simonsen represented our class on Homecoming. On November 13 we journeyed to West Point for County Government Day. November 29 found us on-stage in the production of a three-act comedy, Shy Guy . Carolyn Deer and Joe Sorensen were chosen Girl and Boy Stater. Our lettermen were: Larry Van Kirk, John Bring, Jim Fuller, Gary Gatzemeyer, Lowell Nolting, Gene Pagels, Reg Roth, Alan Simonsen, and Bob Sorensen. Carolyn Deer led cheers for the boys. High point of the year was the Jr.-Sr. Banquet. The theme for this occasion was Paradise Isle . is Terry Mohl Dale Ruehling Debbie Wegner Robin Munderloh David Macklin Debi Dixon Rodney Schultz Douglas Mohl Sally Lutjen, President Bobbi Copple, Secretary-Treasurer Randy Schilling, Vice-President Joan Ronnenkamp, News Reporter Freshmen hard at WORK??? FRESHMEN AND WORK AND Roxanne Metzger Cliff Gatzemeyer Douglas Echtenkamp Pam Tietz Betty Leimer Mike Kummerfeld Connie Lutjen Galen Petersen Chuck Tietz Mary Lou Vogt Jan Sorensen Roger Vogt Mary Lei tow Brad Buchholz Larry Abendroth Russell Novak Debbie Anderson Stanley Leimer Eddie Molvig Lorraine Lase Allan Roth Mark Heineman .Janelle Miller Wayne Leimer Gordon Sorensen Christy Johnson Gerald Kubik Sheila O'Sullivan SOPHOMORES PLAY TOGETHER The sophomore class began their year with 16 boys and ten girls. Sally Lutjen was chosen as president with Randy Schilling assisting her. Bobbi Copple was elected secretary-treasurer and Joan Ronnenkamp reported the news. Bobbi Copple and Randy Schilling represented the class on Homecoming. A Picket Party was given for the freshmen on September 19. The two sophomores chosen as Jr. cheerleaders were Bobbi Copple and Debbie Wegner. As a money-making project, the class picked up corn. Twelve boys and ten girls began their first year in high school by electing Jay Copple as president, Connie Ilermelbracht as vice-president, Rodney Zwygart as secretary-treasurer, and Sandy Marr as news reporter. A party was given on January 13 for the sophomore class in return for the Picket Party. On May 5, the freshmen also had a gym party. Mary Lou Yrogt and Jan Sorensen were chosen as Jr. cheerleaders by the pep club. On Homecoming the freshman class was represented by Bev Van Kirk and Jay Copple. The class picked up corn and had a car wash to make money for the class. Sophomores learning to type the hard way. Jay Copple, President Connie Hermelbracht, Rodney Zwygart, Sandy Marr, Mr. Daryle Urwiler, Vice-President Secretary-Treasurer News Reporter Sponsor Randy Miller Bev Van Kirk Gardell Petersen FIRST ROW: Johnny 'Zwygart, Fred Bassett, Jeff Bring, Randy Bray, Robert Lutjen, Ricky Brehmer. SECOND ROW: Melanie Munderloh, Sara Craig, Roxanne Johnson, Dixie Graff, Beverly Kuliik, Jo Lynn Miller, Susan Buchholz, Paula Anderson, Vicki Hermelbracht. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Jack Moore, substitute teacher for Mrs. Lester Sandqulst, Mona Carey, Kristee Larsen, Nancy Geisler, Karen Ross, Becky Schilling, Karmen Tonjes, Joan Petersen, Nancy Neel, Joel Bring. FOURTH ROW: Carrol Johnson, Danny Marr, Clifford Novak, Robert Ronnenkamp, Robert Roth, Todd Simonsen, Ralph Craig, Roger Engelbart, Dudley Ronnenkamp, Rockne Sorensen. FUTURE BHSSTUDENTS The seventh and eighth grades, which make up the Bancroft Junior High, had an exceptionally active school year. On December 15, everyone gathered for a gym party; and on May 19, the classes journeyed to Fremont for a park picnic and roller skating. The junior high basketball team had a successful season under the leadership of coach Kenneth Ileadlee. The end of the season found seven victories in their favor and four losses. Those participating on the team were Ricky Brehmer, Rockne Sorensen, Robert Lutjen, Fred Bassett, Johnny Zwygart, Robert Roth, Todd Simonsen, Joel Bring, Jeff Bring, Randy Bray, and Danny Marr. Tom Bassett served as student manager. The team finished in fourth place in the Bancroft Invitational Tournament in which eight junior high teams participated. The junior high enrollment consisted of seventeen girls and fifteen boys. Dudley Ronnenkamp was elected president for the year. Rockne Sorensen was vice-president; Vicki Hermelbracht, secretary; and Nancy Neel was chosen as treasurer. Clifford Novak was the flag-duty supervisor and student council members were Mona Carey, Dixie Graff, Paula Anderson, and Ricky Brehmer. 18 GRIDDERS GRAB TWO FIRST ROW: Roger Vogt, Rodney Zwygart, Randy Miller, Reg Roth, Gary Gatzemeyer, Gordon Sorensen, Douglas Echtenkamp. SECOND ROW: Kenneth Deer, Brad Buchholz, Galen Petersen, Terry Mohl, Chuck Tietz, Jay Copple, John Bring, Larry Van Kirk, Douglas Mohl. THIRD ROW: Head Coach--Mr. William Petersen, Paul Manning, Lowell Nolting, John Ross, Randy Schilling, Alan Simonsen, Jim Fuller, Russell Novak, Gene Pagels, Wayne Leimer, Dale Ruehling, Assistant Coach—Mr. Robert Tushla, Bob Sorensen--Student Trainer. Season’s Record Bancroft Opponents 13 Rosalie 6 13 Walthill 13 13 C. C. Reserves 6 12 Beemer 19 0 Homer 33 12 Decatur 27 0 Newcastle 7 13 Winnebago 27 VICTORIES IN 66-67 Coaches discuss strategy of Winnebago game. This year's Bulldog gridiron season produced 18 lettermen out of a possible 26 eligible players. Throughout eight games, the ferocious Bulldogs gained 1254 yards during 323 carries for an average of 3.9 yards per carry. Paul Manning won honors this year as highest yard gainer with 632 yards. He was also the player tallying the most tackles with 103 and leading scorer with 5 touchdowns. Three senior boys—Kenneth Deer, Paul Manning, and John Ross, played their final game for the Bulldogs on October 26, as they tangled with the Winnebago Indians. Paul Manning was elected honorary team captain for the season. Paul was also elected to the Logan Valley All-Conference teams for outstanding offensive and defensive play. The mighty Bulldogs ended the season with a record of two wins, five losses, and one tie. Bulldogs charge into enemy territory. 21 Season’s Record Bancroft Opponer 69 West Point 57 67 Herman 35 49 Decatur 44 54 Rosalie 42 46 Lyons 56 75 Bee me r 50 61 Rosalie 43 76 Newcastle 41 33 Uehling 64 42 Walthill 32 41 Newcastle 38 41 Rosalie 48 74 Winnebago 63 63 Bee me r 42 70 Winnebago 44 54 Homer 65 72 Emerson 43 59 Pender 43 69 Bee me r 50 57 Uehling 46 38 Snyder 60 Panels moves for rebound as Simonsen shoots lay up. All-Conference Manning stretches for close shot. Ruehling takes shot from long range. ?2 FIRST ROW: Douglas Mohl, Paul Manning, Joe Sorensen, Dale Ruehling, Alla 1 Roth. SECOND ROW: Student Manager—Larry Abendroth, Bob Sorensen, Randy Schilling, Alan Simonsen, Gene Pagels, Reg Roth, Coach—Mr. Robert Tushla. BULLDOGS CAPTURE FOUR TROPHIES Bulldogs take breather during Rosalie game. The Bancroft Bulldogs sported a very successful season in basketball as they won four new trophies to add to their collection. In the various tournaments, the Bulldogs placed first at the Rosalie Invitational, third at the Logan Valley Tourney, and second in the Class D Districts at Beemer. They also received another trophy for winning six out of a possible seven games in the Logan Valley Conference, losing only to Homer by a slim margin. The 1966-67 basketball season produced six lettermen: Alan Simonsen, who tallied 255 points in 21 games for a 12.1 game average and also led in rebounds with 17 per game; Paul Manning, who was selected for the first team Logan Valley All-Conference and also led in field goal shooting with a percentage of 39.6 ; Dale Ruehling who had the best free throw percentage with 63.8%; Gene Pagels and Alan Simonsen who placed on the second conference team; Reg Roth and Randy Schilling. The Bulldogs scored very well against their opponents as they totaled 1206 [joints in 21 games, while the opposition tallied only 1006 points. The highlight of the season occurred when we beat Uehling in the semifinals of the district tournament after they had beaten us in regular season play by a margin of 31 points. 23 Dale Ruehling letters in the mile run. Through long hours of preparation under the supervision of Coach William Petersen, the end of the 1967 Bulldog track season found six squad members with letters for their efforts. Paul Manning lettered in the high hurdles, low hurdles, and mile relay; Alan Simonsen in the discus, shot put, and mile relay; and Gene Pagels in the 440-yard dash and mile relay. Jim Fuller qualified for a letter in the shot put; Dale Ruehling in the mile-run, high jump, and mile relay; and Charles Tietz in the 880-yard dash. This year's track season was highlighted by five major meets; the Midland Relays at Fremont, the Decatur Invitational, the South Sioux City Invitational, the Logan Valley Conference Meet at Wayne, and the District meet at Fremont. The climax of the season came prior to the district meet when an interclass meet was held. Each class showed strong competitive effort, but the juniors were the victors by a wide margin of points. The senior squad members placed second, the sophomores took third place, and the freshmen finished fourth in the meet. Swing the arms, grit the teeth and keep your balance are with his great form and desire placed in a number of the hurdling secrets Paul Manning keeps in mind as he meets this season to earn a letter in high and low' hurdle takes each hurdle in stride. Sure-footed senior Manning competition. SUCCESSFUL SEASON FINDS SIX LETTERMEN The approaching finish line is all that anchor-man Alan Simonsen has on his mind as he sprints toward it in the mile relay at the Logan Valley Conference meet. Gene Pagels gasps for air after a satisfactory finish in the 440-yard dash at the Midland Relays. Straining every muscle, freshman letterman Charles Tietz competes in the 880-yard dash at Fremont. 25 MUSIC RESUME The Music Department at BHS has had a very rewarding year under the direction of Mr. Kenneth Headlee. Various instrumental and vocal groups in addition to soloists, have performed for different civic organizations throughout the year. The marching band was led to new heights last fall. They participated in Rosalie's Old Settlers Picnic Parade, the Cuming County Fair Parade, and the Wayne Band Day. A number of half-time shows were featured during the football season also. The concert band participated in the Band Day Clinic at Beemer on November 14 with five other schools. The band's reorganization was a new additional aid. Prerequisites have been established for admittance into Senior Band. A band council was formed to preside over activities. Kenneth Deer was elected president, Joe Sorensen vice president, and Larry Abendroth secretary. An all-school music program was presented on November 8. Two other concerts were given: the Christmas program on December 14, and the precontest concert on April 18. Results from the District III Music Contest were very satisfying. Six superior ratings and nine excellent ratings were received. Those receiving superiors were Girls Glee, Madrigal, Flute Trio, Girls Trio, Judy Macklin-oboe, and Michael Vogt-vocal. Three music members represented Bancroft at the National Music Educators Association Clinic on November 17-19 at Lincoln. Nancy Sorensen sang in the second soprano section of the choir, Joe Sorensen played in the orchestral trombone section, and Judy Macklin played oboe in the band. Girls Trio: Billie Copple, Judy Macklin, and Nancy Sorensen. Contest Soloists: Michael Vogt, Joe Sorensen, Judy Macklin, Sally Lutjen, and Nancy Sorensen. Flute Trio: Sharon Zwygart, Carolyn Deer, Karen Petersen. FEATURED MUSICIANS GIRLS GLEE RATED SUPERIOR AT CONTEST SECOND ROW: Pam Tietz, Roxanne Metzger, Connie Hermelbracht, Christy Johnson, Jan Sorensen, Connie Lutjen, Shirley Schultz, Bonnie Konopik, Mr. Kenneth Headlee. Debi Dixon not pictured. FIRST ROW: Sally Lutjen, Judy Macklin, Debbie Wegner, Bev Van Kirk, Debbie Anderson, Bobbi Copple, Joan Ronnenkamp, Mary Lou Vogt, Billie Copple, Sally Johnson, Nancy Sorensen. CHOIR PARTICIPANTS: Roxanne Metzger, Pam Tietz, Christy Johnson, Judy Macklin, Sally Lutjen, Bohhi Copple, Billie Copple, Mary Lou Vogt, Sally Johnson, Sandra Marr, Mary Leitow, Beverly Van Kirk, Michael Vogt, Chuck Tietz, Gerald Kubik, Rodney Schultz, Joan Ronnenkamp, Debbie Anderson, Debbie Wegner, Faye Petersen, Jay Copple, Dale Ruehling, Bonnie Konopik, Debl Dixon, Connie Hermelbracht, Jan Sorensen, Connie Lutjen, Janelle Miller, Larry Van Kirk, Joe Sorensen, Bob Sorensen, and Nancy Sorenson. CHOIR PERFORMS FOR CHRISTMAS CONCERT After many hours of practice, the madrigal singers succeeded in receiving their fourth consecutive superior rating at contest. The madrigal members are Bohhi Copple, Nancy Sorensen, Rodney Schultz, Gerald Kuhik, Chuck Tietz, Michael Vogt, Judy Macklin, Billie Copple, Sally Lutjen, and pianist Shirley Schultz. CONCERT BAND FIRST ROW: Shirley Schultz, Donnie Konopik, Judy Macklin, Connie Lutjen, Jan Sorensen, Sharon Zwygart, Karen Petersen, Carolyn Deer. SECOND ROW: Dudley Ronnenkamp, Beverly Kubik, Mona Carey, Joan Ronnenkamp, Sandra Marr, Carol Meyer, Tim Ronnenkamp, John Venner, Mark Carey, Ricky Brehmer, Rodney Zwygart, Bev Van Kirk, Bobbi Copple, Larry Van Kirk. THIRD ROW: Douglas Mohl, Nancy Sorensen, Vicki Hermelbracht, Jo Lynn Miller, Michael Vogt, Mary Lou Vogt, Sally Lutjen, Rodney Schultz, Jay Copple, Billie Copple, Rockne Sorensen, Kenneth Deer, Joel Bring, Mr. Kenneth Headlee, Debbie Anderson, David Macklin, Gerald Kubik, Marlon Vogt, Larry Abendroth, Joe Sorensen. 29 Varsity Basketball Cheerleaders: Billie Copple, Nancy Sorensen, Carolyn Deer, and Sally Johnson. The Bancroft Pep Club of 66-67 was officially blessed with new pep club outfits — black blazers, black skirts, and dark shoes. These outfits were worn during the basketball season by the girls and their two faithful sponsors. Miss Davis and Mrs. Alexander. Sally Johnson, Nancy Sorensen, Carolyn Deer, and Billie Copple led these spirited girls in their cheers. The B-team cheerleaders were Debbie Wegner, Bobbi Copple, Jan Sorensen, and Mary Lou Vogt. The bus was the means of transportation for away games. Although it was cold, a mite dusty, and crowded, the girls showed gaiety and laughter all the way by singing, picnicking, and many little group discussions. Pep rallies increased the spirit with the skits being the main attractions. One which was considered the best in seven years was composed by the pep club sophomore girls. Its name was SHOT GUN WEDDING in which the varsity team played the characters. Other main interests were the speeches and unique cheers. In spite of Homecoming worries, burned popcorn, and downpours, the cheering Pep Club managed to survive another year's activities. A LITTLE PEP 30 Reserve Basketball Cheerleaders: Mary Lou Vogt, Jan Sorensen, Debbie Wegner, and Bobbl Copple. The entire student tody joins in to boost basketball spirit during the district semi-finals pep rally. GAINS SUCCESS FIRST ROW: Jan Sorensen, Mary Lou Vogt, Nancy Sorensen, Sally Johnson, Billie Copple, Carolyn Deer, Debbie Wegner, Bobbi Copple. SECOND ROW: Sally Lutjen, Karen Petersen, Sheila 0 Sullivan, Sandra Marr, Joan Ronnen-kamp, Bev Van Kirk, Connie Lutjen. THIRD ROW: Judy Macklin, Pam Tietz, Lynette Brehmer, Bonnie Konopik, Roxanne Metzger, Connie Hermelbracht, Ellen Gatzemeyer, Shirley Schultz. FOURTH ROW: Miss Davis, sponsor; Sharon Zwygart, Karen Carlson, Faye Petersen, Sharon Schademan, Helen Gatzemeyer, Lorraine Lase, Mary Leitow, Janelle Miller, Debbie Anderson, Christy Johnson, and Mrs. Alexander, sponsor. Miss Charlotte Davis and Mrs. Mary Alexander did more than their share as pep club sponsors. (. ■ v- % THE PINK DRESS was the one-act drama production selected locally for contest competition. The cast, as pictured at left included Larry Engelbart, Sharon Zwygart, Bev Van Kirk, Allan Roth, and Sandra Marr. Larry Engelbart and Sandra Marr were chosen as best actor and best actress at the local contest. TALENTED STUDENTS PERFORM The one-act drama, THE PINK DRESS, was presented at the Logan Valley Speech Contest and the district contest at Wayne. Other dramatic entries included informative speech, oral interpretation, and reading of a one-act play. Mrs. Lewis Anderson was the speech and drama instructor. Mary Leitow was prompter of all the one-act plays. Larry Van Kirk, Karen Petersen, Robert Sorensen, Paul Manning, and Shirley Schultz, starred in the one-act comedy, OLD SKIN FLINT, which was chosen for the reading ol the one-act play at the contest. Jay Copple, Dale Ruehling, Christy Johnson, and Larry Abendroth are pictured at right as they were seen in the one-act presentation, LIFE WITH WILLIE. Those characters not pictured are Joan Ronnenkamp and Debi Dixon. Bonnie Konopik is teaching Bobbi Copple die fundamentals of knitting in the one-act play comedy, THE BROKEN SENTENCE. Other cast members included Debbie Wegner, Carolyn Deer, and Debbie Anderson. 33 ROYALTY REIGN AT FIRST HOMECOMING Queen Nancy and King Paul take royal ride around football field. 34 Weeks of preparation and work were climaxed with Bancroft's first Homecoming. The students devoted Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday to making posters designed to intensify a winning spirit in order to defeat Newcastle. The teachers also each contributed a poster. On Wednesday evening high school students met to commence the snake dance downtown. A pep rally was then conducted. After the pep rally the snake dance continued to the park followed by a battered car. At the park, Kenneth Deer and John Ross spoke to the group and threw the Newcastle dummy into the fire. Everyone enjoyed a wiener roast. Thursday evening the band marched onto the field playing the school song and formed a letter B . The '66 king and queen were introduced by Mr. Urwiler, master of ceremonies. The freshman attendants were Bev Van Kirk and Jay Copple, sophomore attendants were Bobbi Copple and Randy Schilling, junior attendants were Bonnie Konopik and Alan Simonsen and the senior candidates were Nancy Sorensen, Fay Petersen, Kenneth Deer and Paul Manning. Nancy Zimmerman, last year's queen, crowned Nancy Sorensen as queen and gave her a spray of red roses. Dwight Gatzemeyer, last year's king, crowned Paul Manning as the new king. Faithful followers of the Bulldogs. 35 The only way we could beat Newcastle. Newcastle burned in the bonfire. B-Club members are FIRST ROW: Larry Engelbart, Kenneth Deer, Paul Manning, Larry Van Kirk, Bob Sorensen, John Bring, Gordon Sorensen. SECOND ROW: Alan Simonsen, Terry Mohl, Reg Roth, Jim Fuller, Dale Ruehling, Gene Pagels, Mr. Tushla. THIRD ROW: Doug Mohl, Lowell Xolting, Chuck Tietz, Gary Gatzemeyer, Randy Schilling, and Wayne Leimer. 36 B-CLUB CONTRIBUTES TO SCHOOL SPIRIT B-Club members help create enthusiasm for the basketball game against Snyder in the District finals. BARKER AND BULLDOG STAFFS MAKE PUBLICATIONS FUN Mr. Urwftler, Ellen Gatzemeyer, Mary Leitow, Karen Carlson, Debbie Anderson, Dale Ruehling, Christy Johnson, Judy Macklin, Janelle Miller, Clifford Gatzemeyer, Doug Echtenkamp, Allan Roth, Roger Vogt, Larry Engelbart and Bonnie Konopik, made up the Bulldog Annual Staff of 67 . The Barker Staff was composed of Mr. Urwiler, Bob Sorensen, Allan Roth, Christy Johnson, Debbie Anderson, Pam Tietz, Sandra Marr, Joan Ronnenkamp, Shirley Schultz, and Sharon Zwygart. 37 CENTENNIAL SPORTS SPECTACULAR-1967 Miss Charlotte Davis presents to Carolyn Deer the awards she has earned as varsity cheerleader. 38 Pictured below is Mrs. Mary Alexander, pep dub sponsor, announcing the varsity cheerleaders selected for next year’s sports season. This is but one of the events that takes place at the athletic banquet held each year to honor the athletic participants and pep club members. At this time, each athlete proudly received his letter or other awards earned in football, basketball, or track; and the pep club members were presented with rewards for their athletic support. The atmosphere was ideal for enjoying the meal prepared by the juniors’ mothers. PARADISE ISLE Joe Sorensen is greeted with a lei and a kiss as he enters Paradise . ’’Paradise Isle” was the theme chosen for the Junior-Senior Banquet and Prom which was held on May 13. The gym was beautifully decorated by the juniors to represent a beach hut by the ocean shore. A tiny bamboo stand which served as the punch bar was a popular place throughout the evening. Several palm trees and a roasting pig-added the final touch to make a perfect evening worth remembering. The senior girls take time to pose for a picture at oceanside . The juniors steady the decorations as they prepare the gym for this annual event. Dale Ruehling, Bobbi Copple, Larry Abendroth, Debi Dixon, Sally Lutjen, and Randy Schilling were the sophomores chosen to wait tables and entertain. SIOUX PRAYER GARDEN LOCATED IN BANCROFT THE SIXTEEN SENIORS ON MAY 25,1967 7:55 p.m. CLASS ROLL Karen Carlson Billie Copple Kenneth Deer John Eby Larry Engelbart Dennis Gatzemeyer Helen Gatzemeyer Sally Johnson Judy Macklin Paul Manning Faye Petersen Karen Petersen John Ross Sharon Schademan Nancy Sorensen Michael Vogt CLASS FLOWER: White Rose CLASS COLORS: Blue and Cream CLASS MOTTO: What we are is God's gift to us, What we become is our gift to God. 8:00 p.m. 9:00 P-m- 42 Valedictorian Judy Macklin spoke about Our Commission as Graduating Seniors . Salutatorian Kenneth Deer talked about our Future Plans . The class’ favorite soloist, Michael Vogt, sang You'll Never Walk Alone . SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS-THEY SUPPORTED US BAC GARAGE GENERAL REPAIRING USED CARS BANCROFT DEPT. STORE A. R. CANARSKY QUALITY FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY BSUTLER'S TAVERN MIXED DRINKS BEER PACKAGE CITIZEN'S BANK BANCROFT,NEBRASKA CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIORS SALLY'S BEAUTY SHOP CORNHUSKER STATE TELEPHONE CO. 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