Banning High School - San Gorgonian Yearbook (Banning, CA)

Text from Pages 1 - 116 of the 1945 volume:

ui ihe aoe, Sect MRS Qmcbeterieses eset Bi Ese peSE HERR MIEN RK ME AhA Coe eaprnen 1895 - 1945 This year of 1945 is one that will not soon be forgotten, for it marks the completion of fifty years of education—full and rich—given the youth of Banning. The first classes of this now well known school were held in September, 1895, and the first commencement exer- cises had only two graduates, Marion and Susan Bird, both of whom have added much to the development of Banning since that time. These first years were the hardest considering the difficulties which had to be faced by students and faculty. As the years gradually flew by and Banning grew larger, the school began to grow with the town. More teachers were employed to bring light into the dark and somewhat confused minds of the be- wildered grammar school graduates. The eagerness of the children to learn, knowing that they, as the youth, would in a few years hold the responsibilities of young men and women of the town and nation, demanded more adequate buildings. In 1914 the first separate high school building was erected on San Gorgonio. As enrollment increased, an auditorium and gym were added in 1928 to this now outstanding school. With a cool, green lawn and inviting shade trees, the school became even more picturesque. Because of new and changing times in 1938 our present structure was erected “just around the cor- ner” on Nicolet. It is modern and convenient, and has already taken on a mellowness because of the warmth and friendliness found within. Plans are all completed for a new gym which will be added just as soon as war-time restrictions are lifted. Thus, we the class of 1945, end fifty years of growth in numbers, curriculum offerings, delights of acquaintance, and the discipline of learning. With fond regrets and heavy hearts, yet with heads and hopes high, we step into the future to carry on the flam- ing torch. Be ours to hold it high! A MESSAGE) Salhi@rs In writing to Seniors, what is there to say but “Hail and Farewell”? Hail to the members of a class that is about to take its place in the ranks of citizens of the world, Farewell to a small homogeneous group destined never to be together : again in quite the same way as during the last four years. Hail to you as you enter a new world, a world torn and ravished and bleeding and yet so vital, so virile, so inter esting that it offers you a challenge never paralleled in the history of mankind. Farewell to you as Seniors, Hail to you as full-fledged members of the alumni of this your school. Dr. Wm. C. Gunnerson. Banning, California June 8, 1945 Mr. Westerfield, Mrs. McClean, Mr. Miller, Mr. Trudeau, Mrs. Thompson, Dr. Gunnerson ee re ce ee ’ 4 f | Mrs. Mary Abras Mr. C. A. Carter Miss Velma Morgan Mrs. Emily Rawson Mr. Justin F. Barnard Miss Eva Corcoran Mrs. Lena Olsen Miss Frances Tipton a Mrs. Ruth Varney Mr. Earle Powell Miss Elizabeth Nederwerfer Mrs. Lola Keller Time Flies: That fact comes forceably to our minds at this time upon completion of these our four years of high school. Even fifty years of education, beginning in the humble buildings you see above, have passed by quickly. We pause to honor all those who have given of their time, money, inspiration, and guidance to make Banning High School what it is today. You have our utmost respect, for you built the spirit of our school. Of you we are justly proud. Those who are yet to follow us, have our best wishes and our prayers, for upon your shoulders falls the great task of keeping the Banning High spirit a burning flame. Allow us then, to make our dedication a double feature. To you, who before us, have made our great school what it is, and to you who following us shall continue to build character of which the world can be justly proud, we respectfully dedicate this, our Annual of 1945. WE, THE SENIORS Today we who go forth face a trembling world, a world in which lies our destiny, our hopes and dreams. We have existed safely up to now, protected by our childhood—which we were unwilling to suddenly fling off for the vague future, but with many long years behind us—gay, happy, sad, unforgettable years, we have at last reached the final step. When we began life our eyes looked toward the ground; our chins rested upon our chests, but with each year adding a little more to our store of knowledge, our heads began to rise, little by little, year by year. Now as Seniors no longer, but as the young men and women of the nation, we hold our heads high. We look forward to the future with a smile on our lips—though our eyes are misty. We do not, we can not, know now what the future holds for any one of us, but this we know— } that we have a future! Whether our dreams will be fulfilled in spite of turmoil, heartbreaks, and sadness depends on each of us and on no one else. The most we can do is work, study and make every minute count for a bright and shining future. Then, with our prayers backing us up, how can we help but win? TO THE UNDERCLASSMEN We the Seniors, old and feeble, Since our high school days are thru’ Leave behind to our successors, One word only, “don’t”—not “do”. y Margie Berdan Stanley Krause Gretchen Schneider Art Editor Boys’ Sports Literary Editor Wayne Boicourt Billy Jce Williams Photographer Music Editor Sve dadediuglean’ Norma Kirby Katie Roberts Girls’ Sports Treasurer dibs een bec Mede Bob Black Wally Moore Assistant Editor Business Manager Lorri Moore ’ : ? Mae Andrew Activities ; Activities Darlene Williams Editor-in-chief x Y ail CONTENTS e: CLASSES ® CLUBS ® SPORTS ® NIGHTS ® |ITERARY be A WORD FROM THE WISE Don’t study when you're tired, Find something else to do, Don’t study when you're happy, For it will make you blue, Don’t study in the day time, Don’t study late at night, But study all the rest o° the time, For studying makes you bright. Top Row: Wayne Boicourt, Margie Berdan, Gretchen Schneider, Billy Joe Billy Joe Williams, Miss Morgan, Norma Kirby, Pat Lovell, Wally Moore, Williams, Miss Morgan; Bottom Row: Bob Black, Stanley Krause. Gretchen Schneider, Stanley Krause. WE, THE (GRADU a With elated spirits, the class of 1945 started the year by electing the following class officers: President, Bob Black; Vice-President, Billy Joe Williams; Secretary, Gretchen Schneider; Treasurer, Stanley Krause; Sergeant-at-Arms, Neva Parsons Gray; Yell Leader, Marjorie Berdan. With these leaders and many spirited followers, preparations were made for the annual Kid Party which was a stupendous success. A red, white, and blue Victory dance was given following the Banning-Beaumont Armistice Day game. The Senior play, “Mother-in-Law Blues” was produced and delivered with much gusto. The annual Staff, backed by the Senior Class, then sponsored a Concert, the first concert of its kind ever to be attempted. The second semester class officers were: President, Wally Moore; Vice-President, Billy Joe Williams; Secretary, Gretchen Schneider; Yell Leader, Patti Lovell; Treasurer, Stanley Krause; and Sergeant-at-Arms, Norma Kirby. The last appearance of the class was the long awaited, much dreamed of graduation. On June 8th, the Class of 1945 laid aside their books and began their struggle on the road of life. With mingled remorse and happiness, we looked back at the school which had come to mean so much to us, and forward to realize our hopes in the adult world. OF 1945, MAE ANDREW Annual Staff INSET: G.A.A., 4 years Tennis Team, 3 years Senior Play Scholarship HENRY ARREOLA Football, 4 years Block “B”, 3 years S cholarship Marines, February °45 EMELENE BIRD Girls’ League Class Secretary, 2 years Student Body Secretary Operetta G.A.A., 2 years Student Council power iEl PROUD. BARBARA ARNOLD Vice-President Girls’ League 44. O45 G.A.A., 4 years Class Officer, 3 years Junior Play Student Council Scholarship MARJORIE BERDAN Senior Play Class Yell Leader, 3 years G.A.A. Majorette, 1 year Annual Staff Hoof Prints ROBERT BLACK Football, °42, Captain, °43 Captain, °44 Basketball, °42, Captain, °43, 44 Track, 43, °44 Baseball, °43,°44 Senior Class President Annual Staff WITH HEAVY HEARTS WAYNE BOICOURT Annual Staff Photographer, 2 years Scholarship Manager of Student Affairs Student Body Vice-President Hoof Prints Photographer LILIA ESTRADA Girls’ League G.A.A. Basketball Drill Team MARION HALL Girls’ League MARIANNE DODD Girls’ Chorus, 2 years Voice Tennis Girls’ League Operetta, 2 years WAYNE GERMAIN Basketball, °43, °44 Track, “44 Captain Student Body Vice-President Yell Leader, 3 years Junior and Senior Plays Navy, December, °44 CLAIRE HANSON G.A.A. Senior Play San Francisco Spanish Club Orchestra World Friendship Club Padi Willow Y cE YES, BETTE HUDSON MARY FRANCIS JOHNSTON Scholarship, 4 years Band, 4 years Girls’ League Operetta, 2 years Horse-shoes G.A.A. Girls’ Glee Mixed Chorus Sullivan, Missouri PHYLLIS JONES BEVERLY KINNAIRD Girls’ League G.A.A. Operetta, 3 years Girls’ League G.A.A., 4 years Badminton Voice Drill Team Dancing Club Majorette, 3 years NORMA KIRBY STANLEY KRAUSE Annual Staff Student Body President Girls’ League, President President Block “B” “44. 745 Football G.A.A. Officer, 42, °43 Junior and Senior Plays Hoof Prints Staff Hoof Prints Editor Tennis, °43, “44, “45 Boys State Operetta, °45 WITH MEMRIES DEAR PAT LOVELL Student Body Secretary G.A.A. President Hoof Prints Scholarship Secretary- Treasurer Junior and Senior Plays Senior Class Yell Leader MITZI MARKUS GlArA. Operetta Senior Play San Francisco World Friendship Dance Band Vocalist LORRAINE MESTON Operetta G.A.A., 2 years Girls’ League Drill Team, 3 years Voice Tennis LORRAINE LYNCH G.A.A. Drill Team Girls’ Chorus Operetta, 3 years Voice Mixed Chorus ROBERT MERNICK Basketball, °45 Block “B” Denver, Colorado Football, °42, °43 Basketball, °43 Navy, March, °45 LORRAINE MOORE Scholarship Girls’ League Treasurer Annual Staff Hoof Prints GeAGAG Drill Team WALLACE MOORE Block “B” Senior Class President Junior and Senior Plays Boys’ State Annual Staff Basketball NEVA PARSONS G.A.A., 4 years, President °44°°45 Senior Class Officer Junior Play Girls’ League Officer Drill Team Softball, °43, Captain KATHRYN ROBERTS G.A.A. 4 years Drill Team, 1 year Girls’ League Secretary Annual Staff Hoof Prints Girls’ League Assembly AND LONESOME GEORGE NEWBOLD Football Track NETTIE JEAN RICE G.A.A. Officer, 3 years G.A.A. Member, 4 years Girls’ League, 4 years Class Officer, 1 year Softball Team Basketball ELENA SANCHEZ G.A.A., 4 years Girls’ League, 4 years Drill Team Basketball SIGHS, SAY AU REVOIR, BETTE SATTERFIELD GRETCHEN SCHNEIDER Senior Play Scholarship, 4 years GAA: Kiwanis Award Drill Team Annual Staff Girls’ League Junior and Senior Plays Majorette Hoof Prints Secretary, Senior Class MARIE SCOTT MILDRED SPAYTH Majorette, 3 years Scholarship, 4 years Class Officer, 3 years Scholarship President, °45 Operetta Lead, 2 years Drill Team, 3 years Sophomore H1-Jinx G.A.A. 2 years Junior and Senior Plays Hoof Prints YE OLE SEPTEMBER 15, 1941 The first bell has rung for the Freshies, the class of °45, at fifteen minutes of nine and the eager beavers scattered into the rooms of their first period classes with their clothes inside out, backwards, shoestrings lacking in their shoes, their hair in knots and pigtails, their beaming faces shining with blood red letters (of lipstick) —Froshie. After this week of initiation, school life resumed its regu- lar procedure. The outstanding activity of the year was that of the Freshman Dramatic club. The months slowly passed by until June stopped on a dime and report cards were distributed. All Freshmen passed with “flying colors”, black and blue, and decided that the first lap of the high school race wasn’t so bad. Nevertheless they looked forward to their three-month vacation—and freedom! SEPTEMBER 14, 1942 A somewhat depleted class swept through the halls after the three-month vacation which whirled us into school as Sophomores. We no longer needed to look up to the azure sky but could haughtily look down on the bewildered futures. Some of the brilliant Sophomores entered the Freshman-Sophomore Debate tournament. Daniel Judy and Eugene Derington, Sophomores, were the winners. The Sophomores put on their first play at the Sophomore Hi-Jinx which laid the audience in the dirty aisles. The members in the Hi-Jinx were awarded a huge box of candy as a reward for their success. Predictions were made that the future aggressors would be most outstanding in carrying out their further plans. They did live up to their handle, “Future Aggressors” as you will see by activities of the next two years. be wee, GOODBYES: BARBARA TORRANCE DON WEAVER Senior Play Football, °42, °43 Sophomore Hi-Jinx Basketball, °43, °44 Voice Junior Play Yell Leader Senior Play Operetta, “44, °45 Block “B” Drill Team, 2 years Army, February, °45 BILLY JOE WILLIAMS DARLENE WILLIAMS Voice Junior and Senior Plays Operetta, °44, °45 Student Body Yell Leader Vice-President, Senior Class Annual Editor Annual Staff Girls’ League Secretary, °43- Sophomore Hi-Jinx “44 Scholarship TDZACRS, Scholarship CLASS HISTORY SEPTEMBER 20, 1943 In the middle of the month of September 1943, the future aggressors were faced with difficult problems. The Juniors had to raise money in order to be the best host of the greatest banquet ever given. They made hot dogs to sell with pop at the football games; they sponsored a successful dance, given for the opponent, Palm Springs, after defeating that team in football; they presented for the school and community a side-splitting, hair-raising comedy which hailed in more money than the June Bugs expected or hoped for. The secret was hushed up from place to place, but the Junior-Senior Banquet was the greatest ever given. Yes, Doctor Gunner son, your prediction was right, and the Juniors received their report cards and continued to walk the right road to fame—this class of “45” SEPTEMBER 18, 1944 A few days before school opened, you could hear steps of the Seniors proudly walk the halls just to see what it was going to be like to be Seniors, and after the very last day of vacation, the Emperors proudly walked up to the Eager Beavers of °48 and laid down their commands. A week of exalting prey came by the kingly way—then alas for the Frosh—the Kid Party! Fun, then more fun!! The Seniors sponsored a musical concert in the B.U.H.S. Auditorium, which was very successful. The next attraction was the Senior Play, “Mother-in-Law Blues,” which scored a kayo. The class then presented as a gift to the school, the furniture they had used in the play. A favorable termination of venture was in store when invitations were received to the Junior-Senior Banquet. Baccalaureate and Commencement were the final appearances of this class as a unit. Hail Alumni! NICKNAMES AND NONSENSE Name Nickname Favorite Saying Known For Mae Andrews eee Ge NIaisic hie ce eee URo aria yee see ne totem dy a rh St eaten ae een Her vast knowledge of planes. lsevdophe) fawooveliel eee PAO) SC arama bee cee NWihterersimiyadittlesbeator) excesses amenrmeree = eke eee ec Her love for arguments. Henry Arreola Marjorie Berdan Emelene Bird IE RCUISE MING | eee sieteten vat eaten ee Meee FA ee at ee His shy glances at girls. ioumpetehas DUtcoris qt = een ee eee eee Her occasional visits to school. HEN ail 224s Fate Sok See em dk eee alae ae cs Sac Pate Her love for the big city. Robertublac kee sence ae “Bobby” His rugged ways. Wayne Boicourt ................- = Dotan oo} os eee eee rk Tol clei tte oe See ene ee ON, EN Rca ac SA so age That notorious darkroom. Marianne Dodd)... Mat ye elena te ee | DY ia tel 020 nee eae tiene Mele ean 0 Meare een tenenirete tes hE a Her practical jokes. [eile iE straclanems ee eee SU GT beeen aera) aay © Free Viera rae reyes ee aren pede ceiins wre eee ee cee ae Her pretty blue sweater. Wayne Germain .................- SO Nie oe eee WANTING se Sexe et ele ee Shes Ae nt ee eet ee ea His delicate nose. Wie tg) J EN Ne eee a Se SUB eiael obly) eepereee cee eee Romcnaceauichiallence ae tsp eeroe creer See Se ee ee es eee Her subtle sarcasm. Claicem it amsoner.c eee eClarabelles wees Te hv kee Dur es fn tog), ares ea ees mee ee ee eee een cee ae ecenneaees Her various abilities. Bsus JoQabern suse tee. CERN: eee eeetreoctns 6 so ao (pine ae eee ce nee eer eee Bee Her white orchid. Mary.Francis Johnston ........ eM aiy son ee eee JES Fetha Me oasyst e gt ey ee ar ie ec Sern ay ER ee ee ... Her pepsodent smile. Evils omestes- 2.2. ee wpe 3G. 2 eee ee meniohtebehingd yous | En ies = ees eo eh een, Cana et a Her amazing actions. Beverly Kinniard ................ Her late hours—(?) Norma Kirby Uifeaesuavea boars eserbaneetnn VAL le cele ie ie alle price Pm eer here ore Her ever bright remarks Stanley Krause e AeOtanie cei: -oe.ce ee TEs fea Ie Se eee pee cre eee cr eee reer eae, His swoon charms. Patricia Lovell... 8 se acre ae nee @biwlohnnvadonitln- 2 eeee ee nee Pacem Oaeee) Hers and Johnnie’s fights. Rorraine Wynch-..-s.sc-2 .:- “Bette i. See eae OYAnRIETS Tove Gerord lal CetoyoDuliaysd Ove Sees ee eee eect ee ecee ene ee Her sweet voice. voberts Mermick 222s. BOD sess 3 eee NwAhyssie ey (Cova ke eee en ee ee eee ee ee His deep devotion. IAB eAT ING Lei CUS Son eee ere SEM nee lene ae es tem ewaculittle: tistics |e. enue seers ne cence Anette ecere euaree ree eere Her under-classmen. Lorraine Meston .............----- S@ormiye pan ee ier CCU sles ee ck ee see ve Her sudden giggles. Lorraine’ Moore __...0.---.---.- ROrTl seeen nse Sees (Chabsgubatyy Cpatel east) ay pee cece tener eee eee eer ene Her one and only. Wallace Moore .............--- CONV ial? fee: eee SURE WES 0 uel ale pe ea he Res, or gear oe cee ee ere wa Being fired so much. George Newbold ................ Georciey 2 ee Gee, I don't know. ..__- Peete Neen eee Biaee cmt Net Dee ceaeoree .... His love of the Navy. Neva Parsons Gray ............ Er@iniehie ot ae eee (Glew, thosael Sia! See eo eer ee eee pe aihee Her loyalty to Jimmie. Nettie Jedn Rice 2 INCE ticwy Bene et eee EDP SRS ete ate ae en ep er eee Her durability. Kathryn Roberts __.....-....--.. SKGtier. Go eee COU er yes oN se te ae eee ee eee Her secret, secret crush. Bleinaesanches terre te Siclenh 1a. =a Oh. -colly, L domit know! eee saa eo eens ee erence ce cccc sce ce reece cee .... Her beautiful hair. Better Satterields ss cae ct BY Gch PRR Mea at, (ire Jey, folly, eS ( SS cease eee eee eee Her oodles of sweaters. Gretchen Schneider _....... Gretch: ace ee eee CY Pans EO aV6 (ed BY reel te aN ae ee en CO REE Her fascinating hair-dos. Mantes ocotti te 2 eo BO COLGY aes. sete 1 don’t take your fog ll ete ree eae Oe rr eee Mildred-Spayth ...............-.-. SOMillie@2+ aeeres omer Seenmuyapicg = Pee er a ee Ee ere Oe ... Her sewing ability. Barbara Torrance ..........-. eA ars a aoe eo eae One Ghigo een nee eee eee eee Her acting ambitions. Doma Cavers ce. e a eres “CORIGRINONEI. oy cr cronenest ING, Sell soeN al eee er cs ce eee ere ee enr eer His stubbiness. Billy Joe Williams .............. Ns Whoo eee Hey, look mow! ! ....-2.--..-----stenesceeceeeeseneeeeeceneeneneeeeeeeseoseaens His Frankie (!!) abilities. Darlene Williams ............--.. Deane. ssc. eeene wees COPS RUN HAE RUUD co se peer Bes oR acces eee Her bashfulness (?) We, the Seniors of Banning High School, Class of 1945, on this day of June, being of sound mind (?), do make this last will and testament in the presence of these witnesses. Seeing as how we have to leave our dear old school, we would all like to leave some- thing behind in order that we will not soon be forgotten. So with our spirits low, yet our heads in the clouds, we have chosen from our various belongings our most cherished possessions and have given them to you with the hope that you will tender them and hold them dear so long as you shall live. Mae Andrew wills her height to Ed. Hemmerling—Ye Gads! Barbara Arnold wills her ability to go steady to Phyllis Urton, and Barbara ought to know. Henry Arreola wills his excellent conduct to Jim Moore—and no remarks. Margie Berdan wills her inquisitive nature to Barbara Chandler in hopes she can do better next year. Emelene Bird wills her ability to sneak through halls to anyone who has nerve enough. Bob Black wills his butch haircuts to Robert Nelson. Wayne Boicourt wills the school’s came ra to Bill Ritter—if it’s O.K. with D. G. Marianne Dodd wills “Shorty” to anyone who'll have him—she doesn’t really care. ; Lilia Estrada wills her Beaumont letterman sweater to her sister, Ernestine Estrada—she wants to keep it in the family. Wayne Germain wills his bellhop trousers and all the buttons back to the President—but not ‘till after the war. Marion Hall wills her amazing vocabulary to Gene Brinton. What’s the matter Gene—bewildered? Claire Hanson wills her man trouble to Jane Miller. She knows Jane will take good care of them. Bette Hudson wills her trips to the office to—what am I saying? Mary Francis Johnston wills her flashlight to Doris Carter. Phyllis Jones wills her ability to sneak around the halls with Emelene to anyone who dares——! Beverly Kinniard wills her loud and boisterous ways (?) to Wayne Stanfield. Freddie Slack Kirby wills her abilities to Miss Tipton. Stanley Krause wills Wilma to—Never mind, he’ll keep her. Pat Lovell wills a small part of her everlasting love for Johnnie to the Student Body. Lorraine Lynch wills her deep devotion of B.U.H.S. to Jerry Strobridge; she knows he loves it, too. INTERESTING INHERITANCES Bob Mernick wills his ski sweater to Colleen Sparks to make sure no one else has to keep her warm. Mitzi Marcus wills the Sophomore boys and the art of kissing to Mary Jo Moore. Lorraine Meston wills her alarm clock to the faculty—she’s through catching buses. Lorri Moore wills her good grades to Carl Love and hopes for the best. Wally Moore wills his model “T” to Dick Ackley. George Newbold wills his beautiful curly locks to Jim Underhill, much to the regret of the girls (?) Neva Parsons Gray wills her diploma to the future Seniors, and after the trouble she had getting it too! Nettie Jean Rice wills her athletic ability to the girl’s gym classes; we hope they survive. Katie Roberts wills her amorous ways.to Bob Chute; we know he'll be glad to get them, too. Elena Sanchez wills her red hair to Sylvia Turk. Bette Satterfield wills her sweaters to Ina Mae Sullivan and hopes they fit. Gretchen Schneider wills her trips to Santa Monica to Victor Han- sen; maybe he can get back to school on time. Marie Scott wills her green eyes to Sunday Martin. How about that, Sunday? Mildred Spayth wills her deepest gratitude to Louise Dahnke for having a brother named Henry. Barbara Torrance wills her acting ability to the Speech Class._ — Silly Girl! Don Weaver wills his brother’s car back to his brother. Billy Joe Williams wills his full name to featherhead.——Poor featherhead! Darlene Williams wills her many torches back to the boys she was holding them for. As a class, we leave the school and all contained therein, to the present Juniors to do with as they so desire. But be discreet, little ones, for there are classes below you still! And so we leave old Banning High with nothing more than the knowledge we have gained during our four short years of stay, and that is something which can not be given away but shall remain with us until we are but dust. Signed and Sealed. We remain, SENIORS, CLASS OF °45. —— Jivey Jabberwocky We're ambitious and we're jolly and as friendly as can be, We've only one more year to go before we'll all be free, We look up to mighty Seniors, We look down on all the rest, We annoy the teachers crazy, till they think us just a pest, But there’s no obstacle around that our tribe cannot surpass, Cause we're great and almost mighty, Joyful Jesting We're the Jaunty Junior Class. Just ! Jubilant Jolly Jocular JACKS AND JILLS CLASS OF 46 First Row: R. Miller, W. Stanfield, E. Hemmerling, J. Strobridge, B. Ritter, J. Malcolm, D. Ackley, R. Nelson. Second Row: Mr. Barnard, J. Miller, D. Walker, P. Urton, B. Chandler, D. Armstrong, C. Sparks, S. Banner, G. Newbold, S. Duclus, B. Owen, J. McCann. Third Row: G. Goldflam, D. Carter, I. Sullivan, C. Jones, B. Sullivan, J. Moore, B. Cox, M. Colling, G. Marques, A. Palacios, D. Estrada, C. Love, C. Higgens. Fourth Row: W. Craver, C. Irwin, J. Underhill, G. Inderwiesche, F. Sutton, K. Weaver, V. Hansen, J. Habeger, J. Moore, P. Ellis, R. Chute, E. Brinton, R. Hurford. The Junior Class of 1945 has had a busy year. They have participated in almost all school activities, besides giving an excellent Junior-Senior Prom, as well as one of the best Junior Plays ever to be produced here. To start the year, they elected class officers and planned their year’s activities. During football season they worked diligently to provide the school and townspeople with refreshments, by sponsoring and selling the concessions at all home foot- ball games. They gave two excellent dances, one following the Banning-Blythe game, and one following the Banning- Palm Springs game. Both dances were attended by students of both schools and the dances were greatly en- joyed. But when the football season was over in November, the activities of the class did not stop. In December they sponsored a paper drive. It was a contest between classes to determine which class could collect the most waste paper. In February they really got down to serious work so that their Junior Play would be a success. They gave two dress rehearsals, one for the Navy patients and one for the Grammar School. Then on February 16, came the big day. The Junior Class presented “Dirty Work at the Crossroads.” It was the old-fashioned type melodrama, and it was really a success. On March 2, came one of the great events of the year. The Juniors entertained the Seniors at the annual Junior-Senior Prom. It was given at the Desert Inn in Palm Springs and most of the students of both classes attended. After the dinner there was dancing in the Fiesta Room. The officers for the year were: President, John Malcolm; Vice-President, Jerry Strobridge; Secretary, Barbara Littleton; Treasurer, Victor Hansen: Advisor, Mr. Barnard. President 9 semesters Slick Chick Speedy Shapely Sleepy Supermouse Scatterbrain Slap Happy Sweet-Sweet Soothing Smooth Sle [ESS elaro SICLeSES GSS earn, We guess you'd call our class a little in between, The Juniors are our betters and the Freshmen are too green, The teachers call us angels, We never put them out, But every day in our class there’s some sad lad kicked out, we've really got some good points, every lad and every lass, Yes, we're low but growing higher, We're the Saucy Sophomore Class. , ¥7 ry First Row: Mr. Carter, P. Darkens, R. Habeger, R. Angell, B. Blasdell, L. Ellington, R. Thomas, D. Estrada, C. Martinez. Second Row: D. Payne, N. Woods, R. Sutton, C. Hudson, H. Lam beth, G. Peters, A. Arreola, C. Martinez, jie liracy, Third Row: H. Robinett, F. Hillstrand, J. Smith, R. Brown, C. Smithpeter, C. Martin, R. Smith, J. Nunez, E. Morris. SAUCY President 2 semesters Sophomore leaders were, for the first semester: President, Jimmy Smith: Vice-President, Johnny Woods; Secretary, Ramona Thomas; Treasurer, Eddie Palmer; Sergeant-at-arms, George Lamons; Yell Leaders, Irene Love, and Sylvia Turk. For the second semester they were as follows: President, Jimmy Smith; Vice-President, Shirley Hess; Secretary, Ramona Thomas; Treasurer, Eddie Palmer, Sergeant-at-arms, George Lamons; and Yell Leader, Irene Love. The advisor for the year was Mr. C. A. Carter. The activities of the Sophomore Class began with a Sophomore-Freshman weiner-roast after which the students danced. On Friday, March 9, the Sophomores sponsored a dance in the Study Hall and it was another success. Then on Friday, March 23, came the great event for the Sophomores, the Hi-Jinx. Students, singly and in groups, participated in the Hi Jinx, hoping to win some of the prizes. The Sophomore Hi-Jinx has always been enjoyed, and this year was no different than its predecessors. OPHOMORE First Row: Mr. Carter, P. Peternell. J. Cooke, E. Meston, R. Meston, I Love, S. Turk, L. Jones, L. Dahnke. Second Row: S. Hess, J. Black, V. Sanford, M. Miller, P. Miller, J. Wilson, R. Gettman, B. Jones, B. Milton. Third Row: _B. Bailiff, J. Woods, G. Lamons, F. Smith, E. Palmer, D. Fiedler, O. Langston, P. Ketchem, D. Teberg. PRAMBED (AND eG liaers Faithful Flabbergasting Calling us the Fearless Freshman is a might bit over done, As we're ribbed and always picked on, by each and everyone, We just stand around bewildered and never say a word, Cause “tis wiser in cur case to stand around and listen and never to be heard. First-class Fireball Free-hearted Flirtatious Ferocious Full o° fun GLASS Or 46 Favorite n n ] I ‘ I Ce) hele a F leved pully epope: First Row: J. Rife, F. Duncan, N. Ornelas, J. Blain, S. Jones, K. Inderwiesche. Second Row: J. Townley, F. Abercrombie, S. Cheadle, M. Hill, E. Hall, N. Danchak, B. Urton, B. Satterfield, G. James. Third Row: Mrs. Olsen, E. Krause, B. Morris, B. Sullivan, V. Lancaster, M. Partin, S$. Pinckard, L. McCann, B. Tuttle. Fourth Row: D. Adrian, P. Winans, L. Smith, G. McCracken, J. Richards, B. Wilson, G. Hardin, D. Wilson, R. Hann. The Freshmen’s year started with the famous Kid Party. Of course, this is under the sponsorship of President the Seniors, but it is a day the Freshmen long remember. And since the Freshmen are the center of 2nd semester activity, it is only fair to list the event as one of their particular activities, too. The Freshmen also par- ticipated in the paper drive which was sponsored by the Juniors and did much to add to its success. They also took a leading part in the war stamp drives; much of the success of all these drives was due to the cooperation of the Freshmen. The major activity of the Freshman Class was on Friday, May 11, when they gave a party for the Sophomores. The party was a hilarious success. Class officers were as follows, for the first semester: President, Elizabeth Gromer; Vice-President, Jack Buchanan; Secretary, Barbara Satterfield; Yell Leader, Francis Abercrombie; for the second semester: President, Glenn Malcolm; Secretary, Donald Lewis; Yell Leader, Francis Aber rombie; Advisor, Mrs. Lena Olson. First Row: R_ Terril, L. Loman, D. Vaughn, R. Armstrong, J. D. Hicks, J. Vanderhoof, D. Guerth. Second Row: M. Moore, E. Gromer, A. Egetter, I. Maynard, E. Peternell, J. Tracy, D. Espinoza, D. Banner, B. Hedley. Third Row: A. Stiel, A. Ortega, S. Arreola, R. Coronado, M. Palacious, H. Miller, J. Sanchez, E. Morris, R. Broyles. Fourth Row: D_ Lewis, D. Pray. A. Ellington, L. Ring, J. Spears, G. Malcolm, J. Buchanan, L. Scott, K. Dean, J. Stewart, F. Lunde. FRESHMEN fr. A AN ° Ly OR WY INLAY DM, { ) ie ee ee ae | f Ne RAT | OsZ x Ca Sa aw = ort x) q MI eX ‘ ) ‘ Hy oF Toe. 7 Ze = A = v y ¥ � , UX SK ( | � Se DON, 4 AD or CAF 4 Us First Semester Student Council Officers Ls a) Meche a ene ee Stanley Krause Wice- President sess: =: enna me Wayne Germain Dectetary: neato. aeee eee Emelene Bird Manager Student Affairs -........... Wayne Boicourt Elizabeth Gromer Jimmy Smith Freshman President Sophomore President Juiifor® President ee eee John Malcom Senior Presidents 220. eee Bob Black Yelleibeaders 2 -e-eeeee Darlene Williams Paculltsya es civi SO ty eeereesea eee eee Mr. Powell John Malcolm, Bob Black, Dar- lene Williams, Emelene Bird, Stanley Krause, Mr. Powell, Elizabeth Gromer, Jimmy Smith, Wayne Germain. The Student Council is com- posed of the S tudent Body officers elected twice a year by the students and the four class presidents. The Stu- dent Council’s activities in- clude planning the year’s as- semblies which are held once a week. The council dis- cusses any important affairs which have to be planned and replanned. They also dicuss any situation which should be changed for the betterment of the school. This year the students went all out for a Clean-Up Cam- paign so that we could be even more proud of our school when outsiders were visiting it. The council’s advisor is Mr. Powell. Bottom: Jack Buchanan, Mr. Powell. Second Row: Pat Lovell, Wally Moore, Darlene Milliams. Third Row: Wayne Boicourt, Stanley Krause, John Malcom, Jimmy Smith, Ed. Hemmerling. Second Semester Student Council Officers President .... = Stanley Krause Vice-President Wayne Boicourt Sectetaiyapee sete ee ee Pat Lovell Manager Student Affairs .... Edward Hemmerling Rreshmvanm investGenteerss.centesne ses: Jack Buchanan Sophomore President: -.:.02-2.------— Jimmy Smith JumtoreietesiG ete ase rane ete ... John Malcolm Senior President ....... _.. Wallace Moore Yell Leader .. Darlene Williams lee vewblhaip Yo Ghiattoheuy deerea erro aa ee tee Mr. Powell = of GIRLS’ LEAGUE CREED I believe that I should: B—Be earnest in purpose A—Always modest in dress N—Never irreverent in thought N—Never untrue to a friend I —In God always trustful N—Never lacking in spirit G—Gracious in manner and G—Good-hearted to all, so that L—Life may be a rich and joyous experience. = Every girl in school is a member of this organization. There are no dues nor obligations. The officers officiate the entire year and for this year they were as follows: President, Norma Kirby; Vice- President, Barbara Arnold; Secre- tary, Kay Roberts; Treasurer, Lorri Moore; Sponsor, Mrs. Var- ney. The officers of this year's cabinet have been extremely ac- tive. Their greatest achievement was the amendment made to the G. L. Constitution. The precedent was broken this year by giving an informal weiner bake for the new girls instead of the usual welcoming party. Fol- lowing that was a successful Hal- lowe’en Dance, only to be topped by the most original school talent assembly of the year. (Surely you recall Kay Kyser Varney and her hep cats?) The annual Spinster’s Dance and the Mother’s Day Tea are established traditions. And so ended an eventful year for the girls. Must be the war shortage! Ch Ge cbrieeiertor i. EE GS Gs pet be Third Row: Mrs. Varney, Kay Roberts. Second Row: Patti Lovell, Lorri Moore. First Row: Norma Kirby, Barbara Arnold. oe tie ey G EN Oy ee) ee G.A.A.—It has to be Tuesday night! came from the study hall as the Amazons held a G.A.A. meeting. date for the new members. the first semester were: President, Neva Parsons; Vice-President, Patti Lovell: The second semester officers were: Urton; Secretary, Doris Armstrong; and Treasurer, Sylvia Turk. Treasurer, Phyllis Urton. It can’t be; it has to be Thursday night! First Row: D. Williams, M. Spayth, L. Moore, P. Lovell, K. Roberts, B. Arnold, N. Danchak, D. Banter, M. Moore. Second Row: B. Torrance, M. Markus, Hedley, C. Hanson, N. Kirby, E. Hall, Urton, M. Parkington, F. Abercrombie, Gromer, S. Cheadle. Third Row: Mrs. Varney, A. Ortega, E. Sanchez, M. Yanez, T. Gonzales, N. Rice, L. Estrada, S. Arreola, E. Peternell, F. Dun- can, M. Hill, G. James, B. Satterfield, B. Satterfield. ROS These angry exclamations This heated argument was over the initiation The ayes seemed to be in the majority so Thursday night it was. The officers for Secretary, Doris Armstrong; President, Patti Lovell; Vice-President, Phyllis With these spirited leaders the G.A.A. participated in the Sophomore Hi-Jinx for the first time. Even though the G.A.F. held its first Convention in several years, we were well represented at this convention which was held May sixth in Fullerton. In short, every activity was loads of fun. First Row: B. Cox, E. Meston, L. Dahnke, I. Love, D. Armstrong, B. Chandler, P. Darkens, D. Carter, R. Habeger. Second Row: A. Palacios, L. Estrada, D. Yanez, J. Cooke, S$. Hess, S. Turk, P. Ur- ton, R. Angell, K. Inderwiesche, B. Blasdell, P. Peternell. Third Row: L. Ellington, R. Thomas, V. Sanford, M. Colling, J. Moore, C. Jones, J. McCann, R. Meston, J. Wilson, P. Miller, E. Gromer. First Row: E. Hemmerling, C. Martin, J. Malcolm, W. Stanfield, B. Ritter, J. Smith, W. Moore, S. Krause. Second Row: G. Malcolm, N. Woods, B. Milton, B. Black, L. Scott, J. Hickok, A. Arreola, B. Chute. Third Row: Mr. Powell, H. McCulloh, J. Strobridge, B. Bailiff, J. Moore, R. Smith, J. Ha- beger, F. Smith, J. Woods. BLOCK ' 'B The Block “B” is an athletic organization which links together the general problems confronting athletics, athletes, and athletic awards. With so many different sports the year ‘round, some organization was needed differentiating athletics from specific sports. It needed to be an organization with a head and a treasury. Such a club was organized, and its principal duties are to work out civic athletic problems and to en- courage social relations between athletes. For the first time in many years, the Block “B” has been active in the problems of the general student body pertaining to ath- letics; such as, sweaters, stripes, and letter awards. The Block “B” this year pro- posed a revision to the Constitution of the Students of Banning High School to cope with newly arisen problems and presented their recommendations to the Student Council. In the amendment, the Block “B” set down some definite rules concerning athletic awards which up to this point had been talked about but nothing had been done about them. Due to the great pressure from “B” lettermen, the Block “B” legalized for the first time the wearing of sweater stripes when accompanied by a “B” award. Many other questions concerning sport activities were settled. In their yearly election, Block “B” elected Stanley Krause, president; John Malcolm, vice- president; Bob Black, secretary-treasurer. The high light of the year was the annual Block “B” supper which featured, as well as a luscious feed, a talk by Dr. Langston who gave the boys some valuable pointers on the training, sportsmanship, and principles of athletics. Bl, een Come, Ca, ©) bd bo (A TO ee Ge Ce rears Co) tt VG) I First Row: D. Estrada, A. Stiel, E. Gromer, S$. Cheadle, E. Gromer, E. Hall, M. Scott, B. Arnold, N. Ornelas, P. Winans Second Row: B. Hudson, V. Sanford, C. Jones, L. Ellington, R. Thomas, I. Love, L. Dahnke, J. Moore, M. Colling, R. Meston. Third Row: Mrs. Rawson, M. Hill, E. Krause, J. Cooke, L. Moore, M. Spayth, P. Lovell, G. Schneider, D. Walker, G. Goldflam, D. Williams. Fourth Row: D. Adrian, C. Smithpeter, C. Hudson, V. Hansen, D. Ackley, K. Weaver, D. Wilson, B. Wilson, W. Boicourt, S. Krause. SCHOLARSHIP The purpose of the Scholarship Society is to foster a higher standard of scholarship and to broaden the ideals of the students of Banning High School. The motto of this organization is “Scholarship for Service”. To be a member of the Society for one semester, a student must have earned the grade equivalent of ten points the previous semester. A’s count for three points each; B’s, one. A grade of D in any subject disqualifies a student regardless of his other grades. A member receives a torch pin which he forfeits at the end of the semester if he does not retain the grade points required. On being a member for four semesters, he may keep his pin; and if he retains his membership for six semesters, one of which must be in his Senior year, he automatically becomes a life mem- ber of the California Scholarship Federation and receives a lamp pin as well as a gold seal on his certificate. The officers for 1944-45 were as follows: President, Mildred Spayth; Vice-President, Lorraine Moore; Secretary-Treasurer, Pat Lovell; Sponsor, Mrs. Rawson. One of the activities of the year was a red, white, and blue dance given to promote war stamp sales. The long anticipated event for all members was Scholarship Day, May first, when the group had a delightful vacation from school and spent the day at Desert Hot Springs. We sincerely hope that the Scholarship Society next year will be even larger and livelier than it was this year. While a difficult goal to attain, we are confident that it can be done. q q First Row: Mrs. Abras, M. Colling, N. Kirby, J. Cooke, M. Scott, M. Andrew, D. Armstrong, E. Gromer, Second Row: O. Langston, P. Ellis, C. Higgins, E. Hemmerling, S. Krause, P. Winans, W. Moore. The National Forensic League is composed of students who have earned twenty points or more through debate, speeches, declamations, orations, and other forms of public speaking. This year’s activities started with two assembly plays, “Let’s Make Up,” and “The White Phantom”. The ac- tivities continued with the Lion’s Club Contest, American Legion Club contest, Woman’s Club Declamation contest, and last, The State Tournament at Redlands University. Points for N.F.L. are acquired by participation in any or all of these activities. The Lions’ Club Oratorical contest and the American Legion centest are nation-wide, but are sponsored by the individual clubs. The topic of the Lions’ Club contest was “What My Parents Mean to Me,” and could be interpreted in several ways. The American Legion contest topics were all based upon the Constitution. The Woman’s Club Declamation contest which was held this year in May, is for those with exceptional ability in dramatic, oratorical, or humorous declamations. The State contest is a combination of declama- tions; humorous, dramatic, and oratorical; orations; debate; radio speaking; original oratory; and ex- temporaneous speaking. Several students from Banning High School participated in as many as four of these contests to determine the outstanding speakers of the state. The N.F.L. has been active in Banning High School for several years and has brought many speech honors here. The officers for the year were: President, Wally Moore; Vice-President, Mae Andrew; Secretary-Treasurer, Mar- jean Colling. MDMA Son OMe DsD UMN NAM BmdO Robert Armstrong, James Habeger, Clarence Martin, Vernon Bean, Bill Ritter, Larkin Lowman, Gene Brinton. BOYS' . CHORUS Through the forethought of the Administration and Music Director, Miss Frances Tipton, a new clas incl the s was added to the curriculum of Banning High School—a class comprised entirely of musically- ined boys. These boys with their voices of tenor and bass were called upon to team up with other music classes to produce all-musical programs. One of these programs, given in co- yperation with the other classes, was the C hristmas Concert, given for the public on Sunday, De- cember 24. The group was composed of the Voice class, the Girls’ Chorus, and the Boys’ Chorus. Alt res¢ nor bac Chi per n0ugh composed of this large group, the program was especially popular because of the deep ynant tones that seemed to come from nowhere, but with a quality that could neither be ignored forgotten. As you know, these deep and mellow tones came from the Boys’ Chorus in the kground. Many compliments were given to Clarence Martin, a bass singer in the Boys’ yrus, who sang the solo on “Silent Night”. In the background the other boys really gave Clarence fect support. Also appreciated on the program was “Beautiful Savior,” sung by Verne Bean, a Sophomore and member of the Boys’ Chorus. The hit of the program came when the combined cho s) ruses sang “Cherubim Song No. Seven,” Bortniansky’s dynamic and resounding masterpiece. Ay res¢ sroximately seventy-five voices joined in interpreting, for public enjoyment, this dynamic and yunding masterpiece of a prominent composer and musician. | First Row: S. Pinckard, R. Habeger, G. James, S. Cheadle, Miss Tipton, M. Scott, R. Angell, K. Inderwiesche. Second Row: S. McCann, N. Danchak, L. Ellington, S. Hess, S. Hale, M. Markus, M. Hill, B. Satterfield. Third Row: L Dahnke, P. Lovell, P. Darkens, L. Jones, B. Urton, E. Krause, D. Armstrong, B. Cox, M. Miller. GIRLS' CHORUS At the beginning of the school year, 1944-45, the Girls’ Glee Club started preparing for a program at the Methodist church. This program was given after brief rehearsals at the High School auditor ium. Although featuring some members of the other two classes, Voice and Boys’ Chorus, the ma- jority of the singers were members of the Girls’ Glee Club. Featured on the program were Mae { Andrew and Marie Scott, both very active members of the Senior Class. Next on the Music Department’s list was a Christmas program for the Woman's Club at Hotel Banning. After that the girls could hardly wait for December 24. On this day the annual Christmas Vesper Service was given to the public. Although Christmas seemed a long way off when they first started preparations, practice was fun, and finally at four o'clock, December 24, the choruses filed onto the stage and | COC ee Coe) et really showed the people of Banning what magic their voices could create. The music classes would like to take this opportunity to thank Miss Nederwerfer who, during Miss Tipton’s absence, acted as assistant director of the Music Department. Because of expert training and diligent practice, the Girls’ Glee Club became an organization of which we are justly proud. ibd el Melee ee ee a eC) First Row: I. Love, B. Williams, M. Andrew. Second Row: R. Meston, E. Krause, M. Scott, L. Meston, M. Dodd, Miss Tipton, E. Bird, B. Torrance, B. Tuttle. Third Row: J. Wilson, D. Banner, G. Schneider, E. Hall, N. Kirby, D. Walker. VOICE As the students of Banning High gathered in the rotunda to enroll for the year 1944-45, all noticed that a new class had been formed. Since a number of students had been under the capable direction of our music director, Miss Tipton, we all realized that here was a chance for students of Banning High to advance immediately if they had any talent at all in singing. Our first day in the class was an interesting one. We learned that we were to work on tone and diction. There were many vocal experiences which we repeated over and over. Of course, there was quite a bit of solo work which was very embarrassing, but Miss Tipton realized we were all scared and sympathized with us. We have all overcome our embarrassment by now and when the call for a soloist is voiced, we answer readily. Working on diction was fun for we were all surprised at the number of words we mis- pronounced while singing. Tone-placement was a little harder to accomplish. Tone-placement is the placing of one’s voice so that it fulfills a definite part instead of merely blaring out. Through a book called the “Vaccai,” we have learned to change notes without sliding our voices. This is very important because of diction and the audibility of our words. There is still much work to be done which one can not hope to accomplish in a nine-months’ course, but those of us who are really interested in singing will continue to take voice lessons from other talented teachers like Miss Tipton. Standing: Stanley Krause, Lorri Moore, Mrs. Abras, Kay Roberts, Wally Moore, Bob Black, Marie Scott. Sitting: Norma Kirby, Patti Lovell, Margie Berdan, Gretchen Schneider. HOOF PRINTS The industrious journalists of our fair school had quite a responsible task when they took over the publishing of “Hoof Prints” this year. The title and the trade-mark that was adapted last year for the quarterly edition seem to have become as vital a part of the traditions of Banning High as the Annual itself. Last year's class also established the paper as a member of the National Scholastic Press Association. We have, to the best of our ability, carried out their good work. The purpose of Hoof Prints is to increase school spirit, to give the students and towns-people a true and interesting report of all the activities of the school, and to bring the pupils, faculty, and parents closer together by the humor, editorials, articles, and stories. Much hard work, ingenuity, and cooperation are the factors that made the paper so outstanding. Most of the credit goes to the staff which was as follows: Editor, Stanley Krause; Assistant Editor, Pat Lovell; Business Manager, Bob Black; Literary Editors, Lorri Moore and Norma Kirby; Activities Editor, Marie Scott: Girls’ Sports Editor, Kay Roberts; Boys’ Sports Editors, Wayne Germain and Wally Moore; Society Editor, Gretchen Schneider; Humor Editor, Margie Berdan; Advisor, Mrs. Abras. The ad- visor has been of much service to the staff and we all wish to thank her for her untiring efforts. We wish the very best of luck to next year’s staff and we are confident that they will keep up the good work. 2a Ogee. £0 pe Ch eee) Eno ito... ee FOOTBALL EDITION BANNING HIGH SCHOOL HOO PRINTS Pa % ES og NOVEMBER 11, 1044 : “telere Today ‘owember 17 BEAUMONT HAS “ween Dance SLIGHT EDGE Big Success OVER BRONCS we «| Today's Game Likely To Decide ERCL Championship VOLUME NUMBER t SPONSORS BIG '%5 + Selected ean! ie tt nan pen at tin tee | wwe wore at wihewt, Toe teacher coh Gt eaeattaly ms wor, ot 7. 2 he anne ak tant Nee Professors Rubt And om sit entnsen wore ver wer | |fnan star Eqpiriatio wat onsen Pick Come From 2 o0 cccu te cies ote Redlands U eoeles samey 0 tu. Samet ey tet Oe eK 1: ca here alg neve’ te demee ey LS | Line-upe on Page 4) nro ae ore wet paling EMF) WHay Ye GARDE SHOW afoot by the bent Aitboned from the curfew Bean ‘Phere wen a erated seared, tat Os Johan Maclowtan gant Per Lave! ‘toatl om Pace 1 a pian ARRON the eEpHernte” [4 and baert played the leet game Se ene ooh Comte of et The cert eetoeguarey that each teem DAW Regilrnd ab argora tow suse | meant an ideation? WaMbOr Of gate, ‘ce dues’ as al sia ae leaking Decking 6 WRN eeem . ere contonng, peers re Stanley Krause, the only student from Riverside County to be on the All-Star Team of Southern California, has been accorded noteworthy recognition. Annually, questionnaires are sent to high school coaches of Southern California at the close of football season. Each coach is requested to name an all-opponent team and to mention outstanding players of his own team, as well as their accomplishments. Then prominent coaches meet and select three teams from high schools out- side of L os Angeles. Consequently, an outstanding honor came to Banning when these judges decided that Stanley had so excelled in football that he was the logical blocking back on the third all-star team. In way of congratulation and appreciation, we designate a special page of honor for him in our year book. First Row: F. Hillstrand, J. Buchanan, N. Wood, J. Woods, G. Newbold, B. Ritter, G. Malcolm. Second Row: C. Hall, S. Garcia, J. Lamons, C. Martin, B. Black, G. Habeger, H. Arreola, R. Terrill. Third Row: B. Milton, C. Martinez, B. Colling, J. Habeger, E. Hemmerling, J. Strobridge, J. Smith, R. Nelson, Mr. Powell. Fourth Row: M. Rivas, A. Arreola, E. Palmer, W. Stanfield, J. Moore, G. Lamons, C, Cardona, W. Miguel, J. Malcolm, S. Krause. FOOTBALL The Banning Bronchos again this year symbolized the characteristics rejuvenated by Coach Powell and last year’s team; namely, hard work and fair play. Although the Broncs were the most threatening team in the League, when the chips were turned, they came up second from the top. According to recent tradition, Banning High again this year produced the smallest team in the League, but what it lacked in weight it gained in speed, being the fastest team seen on an E.R.C.L. turf in many seasons. At its peak, this split-second team gave the crowds many a thrill-packed ball game; and when the underdog because of injures, and a tougher schedule, they showed the grit, guts, and fight that is typical of the Broncs. Many townspeople acclaimed the team this year as the best trained and best conditioned team in many years. Our hats off to these fellows who almost invariably followed the strict rules of clean living and physical development set forth by their coach. In honor and appreciation of the fine work done by these fellows, towards getting, what is after all, the real value of sports, civic leaders of the town climaxed the sea- son by giving a banquet for the moral championship achieved. This season ‘warrants substantial evidence that Banning’s reclassification with the leading teams in the league is no passing fancy. A bright outlook for next year lies in the fact that Seniors dotted the line-ups only occasionally. With everything behind them, next year’s team should put Banning at the top of the league. Fi Cy ae ee oa ee te John Malcolm Left Half Gene Habeger Quarterback 2G cloth em as gk seme eee, ei Yea) Ed. Hemmerling Right End ana a: y Jays Px Wayne Stanfield Right Guard Charlie Cardona Left Guard Henry Arreola Quarterback George Lamons Right Guard Jimmy Smith Center Be a SS eS SS a ee 2 ee ee ee Bill Ritter George Newbold Manuel Rivas Johnny Woods Quarterback Left Half Left End Center Cee eS Stanley Krause James Habeger Abraham Arreola Robert Smith Right Half Left End Left Tackle Right Tackle ee a tos ae The Broncs began the season with the same formation as they used last year, the single wing double tailback, but made many radical diversions and alterations to fit this year’s speedier but less powerful team. With eighteen lettermen this year, the starting line-up varied on the line from game to game. Ed. Hemmerling and Manuel Rivas doubled up to hold up the right end; Cruz Martinez worked at right guard and right tackle. Martinez being injured early in the season, was relieved by Charlie Cardona and Wayne Stanfield. Robert Smith pulled us through the tight spots at right tackle with the occasional support of Stanfield. Johnnie Woods held the line together in the center spot when not relieved by Jimmie Smith who also relieved left guard which was usually filled by George Lamons. Abraham Arreola and James Habeger both played steady games at left tackle and left end. In the backfield, Bob Black filled the fullback spot. George Newbold occasionally relieved John Malcolm who was the starter at left halfback; Stan- ley Krause played right halfback. Bill Ritter filled the right half position when Krause went to fullback; Gene Habeger and Henry Arreola alternately filled in at quarterback. se , « ES oS ata anes Captain Bob Black Coach Earle Powell Co-Captain Clarence Martin Banning 40 Blythe 0 Banning 35 Coachella 0 Banning 21 Palm Springs 6 Banning 0 Coachella 6 Banning 6 Palm Springs 0 Banning 0 Beaumont 12 Banning 0 Beaumont 6 Banning 102 Opponents 30 DAOKE EE ywEk Bey Sea er First Row: H. McCulloh, T. Royer, B. Mernick, B. Black, Mr. Powell. Second Row: B. Bailiff, J. Malcolm, J Moore, E. Hemmerling, J. Strobridge, J. Habeger, S. Krause. VARSITY Basketball popularity at Banning High School has been on a steady incline since the lax years of °42 and °43. This fact was proved by the unexpectedly large crowds which followed the team this year. Although the scores didn’t warrant great enthusiasm, the games were packed with thrills. Banning’s team showed more class and polish than has any team for the past four years. Proving its im- portance in the league, Banning twice came the closest of any other team to beating the champs. The lack of a gym seems to account for the lack of the extra touch that it would take to give Banning a steadily winning team. We will all be thankful when the war is over and we can enjoy the pleasures, and results of our new gym. ore ene) as ‘Gers o= Sipe lech com Gps. R. Nelson, J. Buchanan, R. Miller, R. Chute, W. Stanfield, B. Milton, Mr. Powell, W B. Ritter, F. Hillstrand, J. Hickok, L. Scott. BEE The Bee squad which is usually an overcrowded division, was small this year, but the few “Bee’s” produced the “fightinest” little team in the league. They had some of the better players from the AGP squad to back them up when the going got toughest. As with the varsity the “B’s” wins and losses column looks pretty bad, but the season was packed with thrillers that kept the audience tense to the last second, as they lost most of their games by only a very few points. One of the highlights of the season was the game with Beaumont that kept everyone agape through three overtime periods! From start ‘till final basket, both teams played the tightest, trickiest ball imaginable. These B’s really had the natural ability, with plenty of speed, ease and fight, but the lack of a gym and practice seemed to take the edge off their basket shooting. With a little more practice and experience many of the fellows will be a great asset to the varsity next year. é, Moore, NWDWihmMMmAMmnn ew Zue f e WO The newest sport in the E.R.C.L. which was played last year for the first time in interscholastic competition seems destined to be a permanent fixture. Yes, because of the great interest from the players and the many enthusiastic fans, the league officials again drew up a schedule for nightball. Although actual results can not be tallied at this time, the prospects are really en- couraging. Last year’s bang-up team swept through the season to nab the second spot in the league and we have many of these players returning. With this experience, spunk, and determination behind them, this year’s team is out for the top honors. First Row: L. Scott, F. Smith, M. Alvarado, F. Sutton, C. Martin, R. Smith, E. Hemmerling, J. Moore, B. Milton, M. Palacios. Second Row: Mr. Powell, G. Inderwiesche, F. Hillstrand, B. Miller, J. Habeger, C. Hudson, J. Woods, B. Black, J. Smith, G. Chapparosa, N. Woods. First Row: B. Black, O. Largston. P. Winans, B. Ritter. Second Row: J. Buchanan, F. Hillstrand, L. Scott, N. Woods, G. Malcolm, B. Milton, J. Malcolm, E. Hemmerling, C. Martin, J. Moore, D. Christenson, D. Teberg, W. Moore. ; Third Row: J. Hickok, B. Chute, B. Bailiff, B. Armstrong, K. Dean, J. Strobridge, S. Krause, J. Habeger, W. Stanfield, A. Ellington, D. Pray, D. Adrian, Mr. Powell. Enthusiasm over track is the greatest it has been for many years. Track is fast becoming a real major part of the Banning High School curriculum. One of the great advantages of track as a sport is the fact that every boy in school, whether large or small, can compete because there are three classes. Height, weight, and age determine one’s classification, that is whether “A” (qarsity eeeebsanlome Gi she ms class has been discontinued. We have many track men left over from last year’s crack “B” team. This team produced a relay team which set a new E.R.C.L. record. More fellows are actually working on track than ever before. Any afternoon during the season one can see them hard at work. Profiting by the experience from last year, we are sure that this year’s team will make us justly proud. said moan a : ete oe ey ee The drill team was started in 1941 by Mrs. Ruth Varney. There was quite a bit of enthusiasm about this new idea and she had no trouble getting girls to sign up for it. Then the matter of uniforms was discussed. It was decided that white skirts and blouses with green sashes and overseas caps would make a striking effect out on the football field. And it did just that. Since that year the Drill Team has grown into a tradition. Every year more and more girls go out for the team. Five majorettes and three drill leaders have been add- ed. As soon as the gun goes off at the half, the majorettes come marching out in perfect order. They perform their different stunts, then strut off. A whistle is heard, then the Drill Team marches on. They make different figures and patterns, then go into the first letter of the opposing team, give a cheer for that school, and then go into the “B” for Banning, after which they march off. The latest addition to the Drill Team is three flag girls who carry the flag out into the center of the field and stand there while the Star Spangled Banner is played. Many people in Banning come out just to see these gorgeous gals parade up and down the field. The girls have done a great deal to bring color and charm to all our home games. Believe me, we're proud of them and of Mrs. Varney, who, with her patience and skill, has made Banning High noted for its Drill Team. Keep up the good work, girls! First Row: R. Habeger, B. Blasdell, D. Estrada, P. Sanchez, E. Flores, E. Estrada, A. Palacios, R. Angell, D. Carter. Second Row: R. Meston, E. Meston, L. Ellington, G. Peteres, V. Drake, L. Dahnke, I, Love, S. Turk, C. Jones, B. Chandler, G. New- . Forston. Third Row: P. Darkens, R. Stafford, P. Peternell, R. Thomas, P. ). Martinez, M. Colling, J. Moore, B. Cox, J. Cooke. DERILEING DREAMS First Row: H. Lashlee, A. Ortega, R. Lopez, J. Rife, E. Gromer, D. Espinoza, M. Yanez, A. Vallesilla, T. Gonzales, K. Inderwiesche. Second Row: D. Banner, F. Abercrombie, J. Townley, E. Peternell, M. Partin, E. Hall, N. Danchak, M. Hill, B. Satterfield, G. James, S. Arreola, S$. Cheadle. Third Row: B. Satterfield, N. Parsons, M. Spayth, L. Lynch, P. Lovell, L. Moore, M. Markus, C. Hanson, K. Roberts, B. Urton, M. Berdan. Barbara Torrance Marie Scott Darlene Williams This year, something new was added to the majorette drills that were performed during the halves of home football games; namely, the three drum majorettes who led the drill team, under the supervivision of Mrs. Varney, through their routines. First, the four major- ettes in short white satin dresses and high hats, led by Marie Scott, would perform. Then the three drum majorettes dressed in short | white skirts and blouses, would ccme acrcss the field, followed by the drill team. These girls, including the drill team and majorettes, COW ar aa e Cage Ble did a magnificent job, as they boosted Banning’s morale greatly. Much credit should go to Mrs. Varney for her invaluable help and instruction. We should not forget cur yell leaders for they also contributed much in uplifting Banning’s morale. Their efforts to bring to us new and lively yells were appreciated by all who attended the games. They gave us much spirit and enthusiasm in assemblies, as well as up on the field. A good job was done by all who participated in these groups. Colleen Sparks Margie B., Bette S., Lorri M. Gene Marques Lorraine L., Neva P., Mildred S. Doris Armstrong oF First Row: Mrs. Varney, M. Moore, J. McCann, S. Turk, P. Lovell, N. Kirby, M. Andrew, P. Urton, B. Urton, D. Armstrong, B. Chandler. Second Row: E. Hemmerling, W. Stanfield, J. Malcolm, S. Krause, W. Moore, B. Chute, J. Buchanan, J. Strobridge, Mr. Powell. What is tennis? In the dictionary, tennis is defined as “an ancient and complicated game played with a ball, which is struck with a racquet in an enclosed court”. Sounds easy doesn’t it? That's what a lot of us thought when we first had a racquet in our lily white hands, but we soon learned differently. Still, B.H.S. is accredited with many excellent players. A tennis ladder was formed at the beginning of this year and in the girls’ gym classes, places were drawn and the Amazons began their climb to a higher number on the ladder. The boys also drew places on a tennis ladder of their own, and every day, balls could be seen flying in all directions on the courts, as all were busily engaged in practicing drives and serves. Good sportsmanship was practiced by everyone. F s T I °Tis success which urges the Amazons on! The Banning Amazons finished the year with a successful basketball season. Let us re- mind our gentle reader, however, of the ter- rors of our first practice. Having seen the boys gracefully shoot baskets from the center lines, we decided that we must not be out- done. Do you know that it is at least two hundred feet to the basket from the center line? Pardon! Anyway our arms felt like it was. After limbering up our long-rested bones, our basketball games became fast and exciting. An occasional extra dribble, a slight accident of tripping, or forgetting our allowed one step, and running all over the court, made the game and scores all varied. Of course, all the Amazons belong to the G.A.A. Girls received, toward their mem- bership, five points for practice games and two points for class games in basketball. f—] First Row: K. Roberts, B. Torrance, N. Kirby, M. Marcus, P. Lovell, L. Moore, B. Arnold, Mrs. Varney. Second Row: I. Love, S. Turk, G. Newbold, S$. Duclus, B. Chandler, D. Armstrong, C. Sparks, R. Habeger, P. Darkens. : Third Row: L. Dahnke, P. Miller, J. Wilson, L. Ellington, R. Thomas, B. Urton, N. Danchak, P. Peternell, E. Meston, M. Moore, B. Blasdell. Deo oa BIRDIES First Row: G. Newbold, M. Moore, D. Armstrong, B. Chandler, M. Partin. Second Row: N. Kirby, B. Arnold, P. Lovell, L. Moore, D. Williams, B. Torrance, Mrs. Varney. Third Row: R. Meston, R. Gettman, J. Moore, M. Colling, B. Cox, B. Sullivan, V. Lancaster. The girls pictured at right were the top three ; ; ' ' in each of the three gym classes for badmin 7 ; 7 ie : 7 i a ton doubles. Badminton has held a very high x : — place as a girls’ sport this year and we are glad to see that so many turned out. Many of the girls participated in both the doubles and the singles matches, and good sportsman- ship prevailed throughout the entire group. The manner in which the top three of each class was determined was as follows: Each girl drew for a place on the ladder and then challenged the person either one or two places above or below her number. After eliminations, the girls holding places one, two, and three, then plaved the top three from the other gym classes. Badminton is a ponu- lar game for both voung and old and is play- ed with shuttlecock and battledore. It requires alertness and attentiveness on the part of all players. 45 � : j = Mitiz Markus, Barbara Torrance, Gretchen Schneider, Wally Moore, Don Weaver, Pat Lovell, Wayne Germain, Stanley Krause, Claire Hanson, Darlene Williams, Mae Andrew, Bette Sat- terfield, Marie Scott, Marjorie Berdan. MOTHER-IN-LAW BLUES This year the Senior Class suffered from a severe case of “Mother-in-Law Blues” when the capable dramatic students of the class of °45 produced, with the invaluable aid of Mrs. Varney, a prece- dent shattering performance. The audience split its sides over the mirthful story of the play. Honey and Woody Dillon, a loveable newly married couple, have just established their new home when Lucky Mills, Woody's best friend, arrives and persuades Woody to test an airplane he desires to purchase, although Woody has promised Honey he would never fly again. The two busy-bodies who live next door, Suzan and Francis Biddle, overhear Woody and Lucky talk- ing about Rita (the plane) and draw quite a few wild conclusions. Woody and Lucky leave with- out telling Honey. While Woody is examining the plane, Lucky goes swimming; his clothes are stolen, and he is forced to don the female attire of the airplane’s owner. While testing the plane, a gale arises and, as landing is impossible, Woody and Lucky are compelled to stay up in the air all night. Thinking that her husband had deserted her, Honey sends for her mother and when Woody arrives the next morning, smuggling Lucky into the house, he is warmly greeted by his irate mother-in-law. The Biddles, having seen Lucky in female attire, immediately report the results of their spying to Honey. A lovely airline stewardess named Rita thickens the plot with her appearances asking Woody to help her get a job. As Woody gets into more and more difficulties, he bribes the colored maid, Angel, to pester his mother-in-law. Orson Tuttle, Honey’s former fiancee, only adds to Woody's troubles. A Mr. Harvey Mortimer fearing for the safety of his baby daughter, also named Rita, leaves her in Woody's care. An escaped psychopathic patient arrives on the scene claiming Woody as her son-in-law. Sylvia Arthur, Honey’s best friend, keeps Lucky jumping. Al though complicated, the story ends happily for Woody as the three Ritas are identified. 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The up and coming Juniors, desiring to give us varia- tions in the way of dramatics, produced a heart-tearing, tear-rending, side-splitting “melerdramer”. The outstanding features of the play were the realistic scenery and costumes and the real acting on the part of the cast. The story of this melodrama, namely “Dirty Work at the Crossroads,” was the same story as that of all melodramas. But what really set it apart was the very superb acting of the entire cast. First Munroe Murgatroyd (Phillip Ellis) was in love with sweet Nellie Love- lace (Marjean Colling). But Nellie loved the handsome, strong village swain, Adam Oakheart (John Malcolm) and the feeling was mutual. The comic relief was very ably supplied by the hired man, Mookie Maguggins (Jim Moore). The beautiful Ida Rhinegold (Dorothy Walker) was Mrs. Murgatroyd, who had been committed to an asylum by her fond (?) husband but had been re- leased. Mrs. Upson Asterbilt (Phyllis Urton) and her lovely daughter, Leonie (Shirley Duclus), became greatly involved in the thrilling story. Spice was added by Fleurette, the French maid (Colleen Sparks). Suspense was furnished by Little Nell (Jane Miller who also played the part of Nellie’s mother in the first part of the play). Much of the credit for the success of the play goes to Mr. Barnard, the Junior Class advisor, and to Gene Brinton, the student director. All in AM aie was loads of fun and we all wish to thank the Juniors: for the excellent entertainment they gave us. Noe — SOPHOMORE HI-JINKS A = ep) Gc ay It was Friday, March 23. The backstage was in an uproar, and it was almost eight o’clo denly the words “curtain going up” were heard and there was a rush to clear the stage. ting was Mr. Smith’s office, Mr. Smith being a talent scout of sorts. Miss Hess, his secretary, came in to announce that Mitzi Markus and Claire Hanson would like an interview. They were to sing the duet “Behind Thcse Swinging Doors”. Next, Phillip Ellis was announced, and he gave a humorous skit mocking the modern woman. Then Marie Scott gave a dramatic declamation entitled “Beyond the Last Mile”. All of a sudden the loud clatter of feet could be heard running down the aisle and one of our own lovely hula girls, Barbara Chandler, could be heard screaming for help. Bob Mernick was chasing her with a lawn mower. A representative from the G.A.A. was then an- nounced and she proceeded to show the difference between the old games and the new, with the help of her accomplices. Billy Joe Williams then rendered a version of Mother Machree. The star spangled kids, John Malcolm and Bill Ritter, were then announced. They did a bit of very fancy tightrope walking, the rope being on the floor at all times and never in the air. A representative from the Girls’ League was announced, and she brought in her orchestra which played a special version of “Exactly Like You”. Gloria James then played Pomp and Circumstance on the piano. Once again Barbara Chandler’s frantic cries for help were heard, the difference this time being that Bob had her lei and hula skirt while she had only her bathing suit left. Then last, but certainly not least, was the Freshman play. The prizes were then presented. First singles went to Billy Joe Williams and second to Gloria James. First group went to the Freshman play and second to Mitzi Markus and Claire Hanson. KID PARTY were sent out by the Seniors to the Freshmen. The invitations stated that John or Jane Doe’s appearance was required Friday evening, September twenty-second. First on the program was the costume contest and if you will look up at the top of this page you can see a picture of the costumes. Next, In the corner of this page is a very fine example of the Fresh- Invitations to the first social event of the year in which all Freshmen participated, four Freshmen were chosen to compete in a baby bottle contest. Then look in the other corner for a picture of the boxing match. After these things, other men and their crude manners. Tke evening closed with a dance Freshmen were called upon to display their talents (or maybe we should say lack of talents). and free refreshments. ON ee , Sr © ol Pea ey . rs Cc � l iS, , ty Vv Ww . BANNING Sh AsHE BLYTH 4Ao- 0 SOP DRILL TERM SCHOOL BEGINS Me peed nase as Fae , co FOO faye le = Kip PARTY glace aoe hepato ae CORCHELLF ‘ y : beaeres, eee : a : . @. nee z aie 22h eae ao JON. — SEN. 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It beat against the rocks with a crushing blow that made my mind clear of any other sound. The noise was whirling in my head, over and HOR S | OR Y over again, the hard splashing and whirling of the water beating eternally against those dismal cruel rocks. The sea became stronger and stronger as I walked further in. I must have been half insane for I could not turn back and retrace my tracks: it was too late for that, and soon I would know nothing. I was sinking deeper and deeper, and then I heard a voice cry out above the wind, “Irene! Irene!” I turned around with a sudden shock and looked toward the wide sandy beach. A figure was outlined against the dark blue sky, running toward me with arms outstretched. The swaying movement of the watch tower’s light blinked and flashed around the beach and over the rocks, and I saw then who was running toward me. It was my brother, Kirk. His wavy blonde hair was blowing in the wind and even as far as he was from me, I could see the anxiety and concern in his eyes. As I stood there, the water slashing against my body, it seemed that some strong hand was driving me toward the beach, and I stumbled, rather than walked out of the water towards my brother. He reached for me and held me tight, and I cried un- controllably on his shoulder. “Kirk, oh Kirk,” I cried out. “Irene, we must go back to the house. Thank God I got here in time. Mother is worried sick.” He paused and said as we walked toward the house, “I know that nothing I can say would help the hurt and lonely feeling that you have, but please believe me; Dick wouldn’t want it this way. He would want you to be brave.” The words kept going through my mind—Be brave——be brave—be brave.” Yes, he would have wanted it that way. When we reached the house all the lights were burning brightly, and we walked through the door. It was deathly quiet in that room except for the crackling of the burning fire. There were mother and dad gazing uneasily into the fire and stealing anxious glances at me. There was Blackie whining softly in a corner. That was Dick’s dog, and Blackie seemed to sense that Dick would come home no more. There was the same yellow piece of paper that had brought so much grief to us. I could still see those small black typewritten words— We regret to inform you—” but I couldn't go on. My Dick had been torpedoed and had gone down with his ship trying to save his buddy. Then all became black before me and I remember falling, falling. Four weeks had now passed since that horrible day. I was alone in the house with only Blackie when he began to whine and cover his face with his paws. I heard someone step onto the porch and OF ring the bell. I didn't want to answer the door, but I found myself walking toward it, and I opened it wide. My heart skipped a beat when I saw that uniform I had seen so many times, dark blue jumper and pants, and a white hat against the blue sky. I could hear the sea below-—beating against those rocks—louder and louder. He spoke then and his deep mellow voice blotted the sound of the sea. “You're Irene, aren't you?” He gazed at me for a long while and I stepped aside and let him enter; I pointed to a chair, and he sat down. 1 walked across the room and sat across from him. He took off his hat, all the while looking at me. And I noticed that his light blue eyes were sad and seemed to gaze right through me. “Dick told me to come to you if anything happened to him. I promised him I would. I am Lee Tulliver, but they all call me just plain “Tully”. No words that I can say will bring him back—ever. But he wanted me to tell you to be brave. You are just as pretty as he said you were, but I haven’t much time.” He paused and said, “I have to meet my ship”. He turned toward the dog and said, “Hello Blackie”. He picked up his hat and started for the door. I regained my senses. “But won't you stay for dinner— -Tully?” “I’m sorry, I have to meet my ship, I have to meet my ship.” I opened the door for him and he turned again to me and said, “He told me to tell you he would not be very far away,” and he pointed tothe sea and gazed for a long while. “Thank you for coming “Tully”,” I said. “It was a very short visit, but I somehow knew he could not stay longer. He turned and smiled, a very sad smile, and walked toward the road to the sea. I shut the door and walked to the window to watch him. My heart skipped a beat. There was‘another sailor with him walking down the road. He looked so much like Dick that a pang of heart sickness came to me. I wondered why he hadn’t brought him in too. I watched until they were both out of sight and I stood silently fer a long while. I was brought out of my dreaming thoughts by the whistle of the mailman as he brought a letter to the door. I walked slowly out to get it and noticed that the pestmark was c o postmaster, San Francisco. It was from a sailor, another friend of Dick’s, writing to me. I read the first page; it was a nice letter, written on clean white paper, but I stopped and froze where I stood; the paragraph I was reading read: “Dick died a heroic death. He died trying to save his buddy, Lee Tulliver “Tully”. But they were both trapped and went down together as they would have had it.” “Tully” —No! It can’t be! He was just here. Tears filled my eyes and I ran out the door towards the sea. The sunset was glimmering on the HE Y EAR The sun had just fallen below the line of water and left water, and the waves were calm tonight. reer) it red and glowing. I lifted my head towards the sky above and whispered, “Thank you, “Tully”. —Emelene Bird THE ROAD OF LIFE It’s a funny thing, life I mean. Whoever first called it the road of life was very symbolic. It is a road, a funny kind of road. It has a heck of a lot of ruts, obstacles, and unexpected bends, but it also has its straight and peaceful strips. Yes, it has its E SY tears, its laughter, its heartaches and joys; it’s the road of life. I’m just a school kid and I guess I don’t know too much about this thing called life, but [ve come to some of those little ruts and obstacles; yes, I've had a taste of what life’s about and there are a lot of puzzling questions stuck away in my mind. Of course as I get farther down the road, one by one those questions will be answered. I suppose I will be disappointed in some of my findings and happy in others. I’ve watched people more closely since I first started thinking on this subject and I’ve often wondered why they didn’t watch more closely. Why couldn't they see those obstacles of tragedy and unhappiness? I know if they had looked ahead down the road they could have seen the warning signs. But that’s the way it goes, and it will keep on going that way I guess until all the roads are closed forever. One bad thing about the road of life is that there are so many crossroads stuck here and there. And it’s hard, I suppose, to decide which road to take; I presume that’s why people get grayheaded. Yes, I think the crossroads in one’s life are the hardest obstacles of all. And people are so funny. You might call them stupid in a way. They’re in such a hurry, and for what? I doubt that even they know that they stumbled right over many chances OF and opportunities for all sorts of desires and hopes. They're like a host of blind men striving for a goal but not being able hurrying into nowhere. Opportunities sometimes have to be searched for, just like searching for the first sprouting violets in the woods to see it, although they run smack into it. They go right on when spring arrives. They might be covered with moss and leaves but they're still there waiting to be discovered and to blossom into beauty. Yes, my philosophy is to keep your eyes open. Of course, don’t keep looking so far down the road that you can’t see what's in front of you. But keep an eye open, looking all around you; sometimes look back and see what you've accomplished or where you've failed, and make the stretch of road ahead a little brighter and a little straighter. Your road of life may be rutty and kind of bad at times, but start construction on it and make it better. It may cost you a little here and a little there but it will be worth it when you finally come to the end. Speaking of the road, when my tired and aged body finally sees death beckoning me with a smile, I want to take one last look back down that old road and I want to be able to smile and be filled with a peace brought about only by accomplishment. I want to see few things I’ve been sorry for. I want to look at the faces of the people I’ve helped and made happy and see what the earth has gained by me. I wonder how other people 1 know would THE VE AR have ended their lives if they had thought to do that? What's around the next bend lying in wait; happiness, success, contentment, or failure, turmoil and death-——I wonder. —Gretchen Schneider. Bashfull (?) Bobby? Buddies Barbara mstrong Chemists Blonde Bombshells More chemists What a shape Why Colleen k out Wally what it says Something you ate: Joker Egad What's that? What a stride He made it We lost I smell something! C YOMmMe On seven! Isn’t he cute? Poor boy L.E.SIMMS AND SON, INC. Simms and Son, trucking service, located at 470 W. Williams has been serving Ban- ning and vicinity in a reliable manner for many years, and because of this excellent service, we bespeak for the owners a long period of usefulness in the future. For the past two years, Mr. Simms has been carrying the burden of the business alone, since his son, Harold, seen in the picture above, joined the Navy. Harold, typical American, did as many other youths in this land of ours and joined the armed forces so that we can continue to live in a land of freedom. We are sure you ap- preciate all our service boys, as well as reliable service during war conditions, so when in need of trucking, phone 4770. ALPHA BETA Eddie Rebinson, manager of the Alpha Beta store in Banning, doesn’t have to sell us on the idea of buying groceries from his store. For as everyone knows, the Al- pha Beta handles the best kinds of foods. Especially noteworthy since the beginning of rationing is the new addition featuring a special line of frozen foods. The young pretty Junior girl you see in this picture is Shirley Duclus. Take her word for it that only the best is carried by Alpha Beta, 50 North First Street. Why don’t you follow the example of other satisfied cus- tomers and become a regular patron? Buy and try and you'll not deny that it’s Alpha Beta for quality. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS: The Annual staff would like to thank: the students for their many little helps; the faculty for excusing the students to work on the Annual; Dr. Gunnerson and Mrs. Keller for being so patient with us and our many worries and troubles, finan- cially and otherwise; the Los Angeles En- graving Company for so considerately rush- ing our emergency orders; Leonard Mc- Culloh for his many hours of labor and time outside of his actual responsibilities. To Mrs. Abras we all owe a debt of grati- tude which we can never hope to repay. Her time and trouble, her patience and cheerfulness, her assistance and advice are things we are truly grateful for. We only hope she can get some compensation by being pleased with the Annual that we worked with her on. = | CITY OF BANNING ene mae — ————EE SERVED BY THE ELECTRICAL DEPARTMENT ap 2. eee SPROUSE-REITZ Gazing at the counters of intriguing items one may be sure the best is represented here. Everything needed for home use, as well as delightful playthings for the children can always be found at Sprouse- Reitz. Moderate pri ces enable the aver- age pocketbook to fu lfill the wants of every home; a choice selection of greeting cards is at hand to meet the demand on all occasions. The satisfied smile of Delbert Vaughan proves that capable and quick service is given to all customers. Nor have masculine needs been forgotten. A large selection of all the gimecs men use can be found in abundance. Surely all these qualities speak on behalf of Sprouse- Reitz. OSBORN’S JEWELRY Why Marianne, this is so sudden! Or are you just dreaming? Or did you just hear from the one and only? Of course we can’t blame you as Osborn’s Jewelry Store is well known for its quality Jewel- ry. A specializer in diamonds, Mr. Os- born is always ready, willing, and able to help you select a gift for some special occasion. If you are looking for an ap- propriate engagement ring, you will be as pleased as Marianne when you see the large selection at Osborn’s. The oldest established jewelry store in Banning, Os- born’s is located on Ramsey across from the theatre. Go in and see the complete line of lovely gems and gifts. METROPOLITAN MARKET Yes, folks, this is Johnny Woods, promi- nent Sophomore, who cleans and shines that delicious fruit that you buy at the Metropolitan Market. If you will just step inside, you will find a place that is well managed, splendidly kept, and spotless— the kind of store all household buyers like to patronize. If you are having guests and are in a hurried flurry to fix an un- forgettable dinner, you will be pleased and satisfied as you pick your necessities from the shelves of the Metropolitan Market, located at 23 South San Gorgonio. You can step into the Metropolitan anytime to get your vitamins and calories. If you cannot come in, phone 2702 and your order will be speedily delivered. at THE DEL PASO COFFEE SHOP “We want a respectable place to eat.” Those are the words that can be heard when- ever a group of people must decide on a definite place to eat. Here is pictured just such a place—the Del Paso Coffee Shop. As you can plainly see, many people eat here and find complete satisfaction. Among those at the counter enjoying a tasty bit, can be seen Billy Joe Williams, Wayne Boicourt, and Wallace Moore, all mem- bers of the Senior Class. The Coffee Shop is just the place for an after show snack. Or if it’s your turn to treat the gang, bring them down for a luscious dinner. In the rear of the picture you see the entrance to the Cocktail Lounge, also a popular spot. The Del Paso Coffee Shop and the Cocktail Lounge are both part of the Del Paso Hotel, located right in the heart of town on Ramsey Street. The hotel has long been considered a favorite for many a weary soul, as it has been located in Banning for many years. There are rooms to correspond to your pocketbook as well as your satisfaction. The lobby has only recently been redecorated in a very comfortable and attractive manner. It’s a sure bet, folks, for a comfortable room, a superb dinner, or an enticing cocktail; try the Del Paso—the only one of its kind and open twenty- four hours a day! BANNING RECORD Once more we are indebted to The Banning Record, the printer of our annual of “1945”. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Barkow, owners and editors, have for many years maintained a reputation for service and dependability. The Record is Banning’s oldest newspaper and it is very up-to-date and upholds its admirable record despite war-time curtailments. It has one of the largest circulations in this area and subscriptions may be obtained by calling 2611 or by going to 140 South San Gorgonio. The Record also does other printing such as calling cards, personal stationery, or Christmas cards. If you have any printing needs, do as the high school girls, Shirley and Diana, you see in this picture, have done and take them to The Banning Record, 140 South San Gorgonio. SAFEWAY An apple from Safeway keeps this lassie gay. This healthful B.U.H.S. Junior buys and helps sell the fresh fruit, groceries, vegetables, and choice meats which we need to keep our bodies physically fit and our minds morally awake. The other clerks are just as courteous and helpful in assisting you in choosing the best groceries for those precious red and blue points. The famous slogan “We are what we eat” is considered true and can be proved to the best advantage when you buy the safe way at Safeway. One of Banning’s most modern gro- cery stores, managed by Carl Chandler and situated on Ramsey, it not only supplies us with valuable point-saving items at reasonable prices, but also furnishes a convenient parking place Jol Are goo pap of t Fri Con Ram bine serv plete you both o f t and Western Auto That big smile has been on Paul Ketcham’s face ever since he saw the fine line of automobile acces- sories carried at the Western Auto, operated by Mr. Bill Millar. In addition, auto repair parts and household furnishings are also car- ried. John Buchanan Are you in the market for a really good newspaper? If you want a paper that brings you a summary of the latest news, at home and abroad, see Johnny Buchanan, Box 249, distributor for The Times, Examiner, San Bernardino Sun, and The Daily News. Fred and Verne’s Conveniently located on East Ramsey, Fred and Verne’s com- bined gas station and grocery serves satisfied patrons. A com- plete line of grocery goods enables you to shop without any extra bother. Drive in and get a sample of the excellent service at Fred and Verne’s. ration Expected sien . Chess Sun 1,400 NAVY PLAN ridge Collapses; “sor boot E Bonnell Furniture If you need new furniture for your living room, dining room, or bedroom, Mr. .and Mrs. Bonnell are always ready to supply your every need. This new store is located on North First Street. Just drop in sometime and look around! Chili Inn Cafe Are you hungry? Do you want a good dinner for a moderate price? The Chili Inn Cafe is just the place to dine. Neither the ser- vice nor the food is surpassed any- where else. This popular cafe is located on Ramsey a few doors east of San Gorgonio. Texas Service Station Bobby Black, first semester Senior president, says “Come to the Texaco Service Station, situated on Ramsey and San Gorgonio, at any time for pre-war service, sat- isfactory products, guaranteed workmanship, and dependability.” DILL LUMBER COMPANY Floyd Sutton, pictured above and a member of the Junior class, is doing one of the many important jobs connected with a lumber yard, that of count- ing out the amount of lumber to be delivered to one of the many customers. Glen Shockley, man- ager of the Dill Lumber company, has built up a fine reputation in town for building materials of quality, as well as everything in the line of fur- nishings. Dill has everything you need to build your house from the ground up. For both outside and indoor painting jobs you will want paint, and Dill specializes in Fuller paints. War-time condi tions have cut down their huge stock of supplies, but Glen Shockley is looking forward to the time when he will be able to offer you the advantages of the post war world, and he gives you the best possible service today. HAL’S DRUG STORE Pictured above, behind the counter at Hal’s Pharm- acy, is Wally Moore, Senior class president. Wally works here after school and on weekends, selling stationery, cosmetics, and many other things found in the very complete and compact stock of drug products. At Hal’s, prescriptions are expertly and promptly filled. This pharmacy is located at the corner of San Gorgonio and Ramsey and is con- venient to everyone. Hal’s is a favorite gathering place for young and old alike and may be relied on at all times, not only in the medicinal depart- ment but also at the fountain. Here one may enjoy a cool, refreshing drink or a delicious sundae, shake, malt or sandwich—anything from soup to nuts. So next time be sure to stop in at Hal’s Pharmacy where you are always welcome. DONALDSON’S STUDIO Pictured above is Jane Miller, behind the counter at Donaldson’s. Jane’s father owns and operates the studio; so his daughter often works here after school and on Saturdays. Films may be bought at this studio, along with jewelry, picture frames, chinaware, and many other articles. Appointments for pictures are readily accepted and good work is always assured. Donaldson’s is located on West Ramsey right across the street from the Banning Theatre. It has been under Mr. Miller’s manage- ment since the beginning of last summer, and he has done an excellent job. His work speaks for itself, as everyone who comes in contact with him highly praises his efforts. So next time, be sure and stop in at Donaldson’s where you are always welcome. ROBERGE’S Nettie Jean Rice, a popular member of the Senior class, is standing outside of Roberge’s. Are you thinking of buying insurance or some real estate, Nettie? Perhaps so, for numerous members of this community have been pleased with their invest- ments through this office. In case of fire, theft, or accident, your possessions without insurance would be an entire loss to you. Keep on the safe side and see Roberge. This popular local business man also handles all types of good real estate from small cottages and homes to hotels, apartments, or busi- ness sites. His wide range of selection will appeal to any prospective buyer, and he is always ready to advise you as to what is best. His ability to satis- fy is surpassed only by his integrity. GARDEN CAFE The way to a man’s heart is—by food. But eye pleasing surroundings and quick, pleasant service add to the enjoyment of many delectable morsels. To fulfill these requirements and to enlarge your socia circle. choose a fine restaurant. Just such a place is the Garden Cafe, owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. John Livacich. Since it is lo- cated on the corner of Ramsey and First Streets, you are not troubled by any transportation problems. In fact a short stroll from your home will act as a teaser for your anticipated dinner. Because of its con- venient location, its excellently prepared food, speedy service, anc courteous personal attention, The Garden has established a reputation of being one of the very finest eating places in the entire San Gorgonto Pass area. Comfortable and attractive booths enable the family to enjoy family-styled dinners and the center tables for two, complete the impressive arrangement. The kitchen of this popular cafe is spot- less and the equipment is the most modern. In addition to all these inducements, prices are moderate. A wonderful shrimp dinner is tempting the group of high school students you see in the picture. While making a specialty of shrimp, the menu is by no means limited; even in times like these you are always offered a desirable variety. So when company comes unexpectedly or it’s your turn to treat the crowd, in fact just anytime—go to The Garden! CES oe sonia: PAUL’S Standing among a wide assortment of ladies’ ap- parel in Paul’s Dress Shop is our own Lorraine Meston. Paul’s is one of the newer dress shops of Banning as it was only established a couple of years ago. It has thrived comparatively well and is now very popular. The pleased look on Lor- raine’s face is due to the fact that she has been trying on many of the lovely hats at Paul’s. Hats are not the only thing this store sells. It has a large and varied line of dresses, both sports and dress, many varieties of skirts and blouses, ladies’ underwear, and many different kinds of accessor- ies. If you are looking for anything in the way of ladies’ ready-to-wear, we advise you to enter Paul’s. We know you will find what you are looking for and you can name the price. It is located at 144 West Ramsey. FIRST STREET RICHFIELD SERVICE STATION Due to war-time conditions and the curtailment of automobiles for the duration, your car will have to have the best of care if it is to last until the new post-war models are released. Don McCoy and Earl Stacey, owners and operators of the First Street Richfield Service Station, guarantee to give your car the best protection, the best service and workmanship in tire repairing, battery charging, and greasing. If your car gives out from old age, or you are ina hurry to get to an appointment on time, call the DeLuxe Taxi service and you will receive prompt and courteous attention. Johnny Malcolm, president of the Junior class, agrees with hundreds of other Banning people that First Street Richfield Service Station is the place to go. MARK TORRANCE GARAGE The complete Automotive Service Garage, owned and managed by Mr. Mark Tor- rance, is indeed complete. To visit this garage, one would forget there’s a war on 1s the machines busily solder, oil, and overhaul your car into a “runable limou- sine’. When your car purrs while making treads on Banning’s main road, Ramsey Street, people will know that you had a run-in at Mark’s Garage! Yes, Mark takes an interest in his work and in you and will give you the best top-notch overhaul or just plain spark plug cleaning job that you have ever witnessed. This complete Automotive Service Garage is situated at 521 E. Ramsey. Have a run-in at Mark’s when your Car is run-down. DAVIS’S COFFEE SHOP Marie Scott, one of our prominent Seniors, seems to be having a hard time trying to decide what to order. But then, when one has such a large variety to choose from, making a selection is difficult. Here you not only get the best of service, but also the best of food. Any time of day, for breakfast, lunch,.or dinner, you can be sure of tempting menus. There are tables, or you can sit at the counter. It doesn’t make any difference in efficiency. So re- member, if your stomach feels a pang of hunger, just go to Davis's Coffee Shop at the corner of Ramsey and First Streets, and you will be delightfully satisfied. THOMPSON’S CANDY KETTLE “Well, I don’t know! There is so much to choose from, I just can’t make up my mind.” We sympathize with Barbara Ar- nold, prominent Senior, for the tempting candies would make a selection hard, that is, if one doesn’t have a particular choice in mind. Although a newcomer, one feels that because of the pleasant service rend- ered, The Candy Kettle is even now an established firm. The quality of the candy, the trays of roasted nuts, and the delect- able drinks at the soda fountain truly tease the appetite. Located in the heart of the business section, on San Gorgonio just south of Ramsey, The Candy Kettle is convenient for everyone. ANNES’ SMART SHOP That big smile on Phyllis Urton’s face seems to speak for itself. Yes, Phyllis has just purchased those adorable white shorts you see her wearing in the picture above, at Anne’s Smart Shop, locat- ed at 66 West Ramsey and operated by Anne Ellis. Here one may find the newest things in dresses, bags, hosiery, and millinery. Besides ready-to-wear clothing, jewelry and footwear may be purchased. Clothes for all occasions are al- ways on hand. Anne’s is conveniently located to all of the downtown stores. The reasonable prices and smart selections make it a pleasure to shop at Anne’s. So next time be sure and stop in at Anne’s Smart Shop as you will surely find the smart thing in clothes of any type. DRY CLEANING PALM SPRINGS - BANNING LAUNDRY The co-owners of the Banning Laundry, Leo W. Boberick and Albert Matthews, are doing a fine job during the critical war emergency. As you can see in the picture, the vice-president of the Senior class, Billy Joe Williams, is very proud to work for this firm in its efficient service to the com- munity and surrounding vicinity. This laundry has been greatly improved by the owners and now has the most modern laundry equipment to take care of all the detail finishes of your clothing problems. If you are shopping down town, just drive over to 160 East Livingston Street and leave your laundry bundle at this reliable laundry, or phone 2662 and it will be picked up. The Ban- ning Laundry is open every day except Sunday, and courteous office ladies will cheerfully take care of your every wish. STARR’S ICE CREAM AND SANDWICH SHOP If you are down town shopping and find yourself hungering for a little refreshment, why don’t you stop in at Starr's Ice Cream Parlor and try one of their luscious sun- daes, sodas, or a banana split? If you are really hungry, try one of their com- plete lunches. You won't be disappoint- ed! You'll be a permanent customer after you have enjoyed the well-cooked food served here. Under new management, Starr’s is about the most popular hang: out in town for super refreshment seek- ers. Above you see the popular little Junior lassie, Colleen Sparks, behind the fountain, getting ready to hand out some- thing special. FELTS JEWELRY Bill Ritter, a popular Junior, is seen by our photographer as he is selecting a ring for some unknown. Bill knows by past experiences that he can get the best for lowest possible prices at Felts Jewelry Store. The Annual staff joins Bill in say- ing, “For Gifts of Quality and Distinction, Choose from the Wide Selection Found at Felts Jewelry, located in the theatre build- ing.” Owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Basil Felts, this store appreciates your patronage and upholds the same tradition for service as it has during the many years it has been serving the people of this and surrounding communities. OCTAGON CAFE If you are wondering about the pleased look on Robert Nelson’s face, let the rov- ing reporter end your wonder in one small statement. He has just finished a meal at the Octagon Cafe. Formerly a very small place, it has been remodeled in order to accomodate the many customers who eat here. Owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Fraser, it is well known for its home cooking. Having worked there in previous years, I can personally vouch for the good food that is served. If it hap- pens to be the maid’s night out, you are in a dither, or you want to make up to the little lady, visit the Octagon. You'll be sure to go back often. sg NOE ee ES BANNING THEATRE Pictured above in front of the Banning Theatre, are. left to right, Wilma Buchen, cashier; Sally Colbough, head usherette, and Mr. Ray Hawley, manager of this theatre. The picture that was showing at the time this was taken was “Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo,” starring Van Johnson and Spencer Tracy. So you can see for yourself how early Banning obtains the latest outstanding features. Before the war, the theatre had boys for ushers but all of us know now that girls can and have succeeded in doing the job very efficiently. This theatre is air-conditioned, and having been recently repaired and also redecor ated, we, the people of Banning can readily be proud of such a place as this. You can be sure we definitely are. It is one of the nicest theatres that may be found in this section. Mr. Hawley has done a magnificent job in managing the theatre and he deserves much credit. Comfortable seats may be purchased for very reasonable prices and you are able to enjoy the movie in solid luxury. This theatre is a favorite gathering place for young and old alike, and is located right in the middle of town on West Ramsey—a stone’s throw from any store. So the next time you want to really enjoy yourself, drop in at the Banning Theatre and bring your friends along as you are welcome at all times. A good show is always awaiting you and you will never be disappointed, we thoroughly guarantee. Modern Beauty Salon The popular young Freshman, Novella Danchak, has made a wise choice in going to the Modern Beauty Salon. She knows that if it is the latest style in formal hair designs, or the informal high school style, Mrs. Parker will give the best. Buffet Lunch What a pleasant feeling it is to be able to step out of a cafe and feel entirely satisfied. To exper- ience this feeling, drop in at the Buffet Lunch, located on South San Gorgonio. If you want proof, just ask Dugie Palmer who is pic- tured in front of the Buffet Lunch. Ralph Fell Lumber Company Well, if it isn’t “He Man” Stan- ley Krause, working at the Fell Lumber Company, located on Highway 99 where the best grades of lumber and paint are sold. If you are planning to build a house or make an addition, visit Fell’s. Coriell Barber Shop Is Jerry getting a shave or just fooling the barber? Maybe it’s just a haircut. In either case, his barber does a perfect job. If you too, want a good haircut or shave, go to the barber shop o1 the corner of San Gorgonio an Ramsey Streets. Quick Lunch Ah, for a de-li-cious spaghett dinner! Or perhaps _ busines enables you to grab only a quic lunch. The Annual staff know just the place. The Quick Luncl located at 54 South San Gorgoni serves hamburgers, steaks, spi ghetti dinners, and quick lunc! es. Woodworth Courts Among the loveliest modern bung alows in Banning are those Woodworth Court, owned an operated by Guy T. Woodwort! Patti Lovell, assistant editor 0 Hoof Prints, who lives in one « these lovely bungalows says tha they are equipped with ever modern convenience and at thoroughly satisfactory. yung J. C. WAGES Above we see Darlene Williams, that is if you can find her among the many oddities that surround her. This picture was taken in J. C. Wages’ Hardware Store and shows just a few of the many articles this store has for your convenience. Lo- cated in the middle of town, on Ramsey, it is well known by everybody. As you can see in the picture, you will find any kind of tool or machinery part you may want; although the war has brought about a few hindrances, Wages has done very well in serving the people. If you are looking for some home appliance, Wa is a good place to look and the firm assures you satis- faction. This store is also known for its efficient electrical and plumbing services. If you have a leaky pipe, don’t gripe, call Wages. J. C. PENNEY COMPANY If there’s some joy you hope for But never yet have known, If there’s some treasure You'd like to call your own If there’s some dream You long to have come true, That is the real happiness I wish today for you! —T. E. Andrew. Carolyn’s Beauty Salon Sylvia Turk, one of our popular Sophomore girls, is standing in front of Carolyn’s Beauty Salon. Located on North San Gorgonio, this shop is owned and operated by Mrs. Car- olyn Knox. You can’t get better shampoos or waves anywhere than at Carolyn’s; you can get a permanent or finger wave at a price to fit your budget. Sitting under a dryer won't seem quite so bad when you see the final result. No, you can’t go wrong when you go to Carolyn’s. Gentry’s Angelus Pharmacy Pills, pills, every kind ycu want says Kenneth Weaver. And that’s not all, Angelus has everything you need in the line cf drugs and cos- metics, as well as an excellent foun tain service. If you want a quick, as well as an appetizing lunch, you will be well satisfied at the Angelus Pharmacy located on Ramsey across from the city hall. The proprietors are Mr. and Mrs. Gentry who have done everything possible to obtain all the articles that will please you. BEAUTY |E ALON } El Don Motel The snow-capped San Gorgonio range of mountains gives a beautiful background to the modern El Don Motel. Owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith, the El Don provides the best accommodations for the weary wayside traveler. Pic- tured above is Jimmy Smith, popu lar member of the Sophomore class. Just as Jimmy is well known and liked by his fellow classmates, so is the El Don known and respected by all travelers. A gracious welcome is awaiting you at the El Don Motel. Sally’s Beauty Shop Formerly located in Palm Springs, Sally, the Hair Stylist, has pleased many a lady during her, short time in Banning. If you have an extra co- lossal date with the “one and only” and you want to look your best Sally will fix you up with bangs, pompadours, or lots of little curls that will dazzle the razzle right off that one and only. Yes, you will have as pleased a look on your face as does Barbara Chandler, when you step out of Sally’s. gonio utiful Don y Mr. | Don ations 4 Veils popu class. and so is ed by me is Motel. ) rings, leased - time ra CO’ only” best, yangs, curls ht off 1 will r face n you OUR ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHER ODD SHOP In the picture above, Bob Mernick, high school Senior now in the armed forces, is viewing some of the many unusual gift attractions to be found at the Odd Shop. Have you ever racked your brain to de- cide upon the proper gift for a specific oc- casion? Do you ever need a special card to convey a much desired message? Do you like to nibble on those delicious desert dates, or do you have a hard time find- ing your favorite sweets? Or is your boy friend serving in the armed forces? In that case you need just THE stationery. Do you wish a good book to while the time away? In short—go to the Odd Shop. BANNING AUTO SERVICE Now here is a boy who knows where to go when he has car trouble. And from the looks of things, it seems as if he is going to have to have his car pulled in to the garage where there is twenty-four hour tow truck service. Mr. Gow (better known to everyone as “Irv’”) has his gar- age located on East Ramsey Street next to the Texaco Station. Although war con- ditions impair his working schedule, Mr. Gow gives amazing service to the people of Banning. Just take it to Gow and don’t worry about a thing! RADIO DRY CLEANERS Pauline and Elva Peternell are shown standing next to some of their father’s fine work. Have you a coat or jacket hanging among these finely cleaned clothes? Al though help is hard to find, Mr. Peternell never lowers the standard of his fine work- manship. You can always be certain of the condition of your clothes when they are returned. So, don’t forget, if you want your clothes to look like new, send them to Radio Dry Cleaners at 69 South San Gorgonio, Phone 3701. You won't be disappointed in the fine quality clean- ing, for Mr. Peternell has both the equip- ment and experience to guarantee your satisfaction. Strongmen Shot Rod Slave Driver Oh-o-o! Gee what Bicepts! Muscles What about it, Darlene? My! Muscles? Senior boys He’s off Their Sunday best! Give in, Chandler Watch out Leonard s a Chevrolet Camera Shy Hey, Scotty! Gruesome Pretty Mountains Hungry? ep off the gras: The Coach Do you blame him? We made it! KIWANIS Whenever you look in the paper about some civic project that is being undertaken, you will probably always see that the Kiwanis Club has some part in it. This club, composed of Banning and Beaumont business men, is well known for its interest in school activities; as an example, every year they send one outstanding boy from the Junior class to Boys’ State. The winner of this honor last year was Stanley Krause, whom you see in the picture above with Gretchen Schneider, winner of another coveted Kiwanis award; namely, the silver cup given annually to the Junior having the best an- nual record in citizenship, scholarship, and leader- ship. Among the many additional projects appre- ciated by youth of Banning is the sponsoring of Boy Scout Troop 31 of which we are justly proud. LIONS CLUB Thursday, February 20, 1945, Leonard McCulloh, a representative of the active Lions Club, intro- duced the speakers participating in this year’s ora- torical contest. This oratorical contest is sponsored every year by the Lions. Among the numerous other activities of the club are the annual Hallo- we'en festivities. Started a few years ago these events are planned with eagerness by young and old. The Boy Scout Troop 27 is also sponsored by the Lions. They aid and assist the Scouts in all their activities. They also give a Christmas party for the grammar school children. This year they're planning to send a boy to Boys’ State at the California state capital. You will find this club heading the list in any project for civic improve- ment. Ce Cor esta It i dati ed. cior gro She You a ch Shell Ram owne high ing t Constantino’s Constantino’s gift shop has a well established reputation in Banning. It is especially well known for its dates, both plain and candy coat- ed. You will find that these deli- cious delights are “strictly in the groove” and “right on the beam”. San Gorgonio Building-Loan Association Endeavoring to show us how sav- ing during the present war emer- gency is advantageous, the Build- ing-Loan has worked out a con- serving savings plan. Wouldn't you also like to step in at 50 South First Street and avail your- self of the opportunity offered? Shell Service Station You can always find a smile and a cheerful hello for you at the Shell Service Station at 121 E. Ramsey. Mr. O, R. Stanfield, owner, and son Wayne, popular high school Junior, believe in giv- ing the best of service at all times. Banning Clothing Store Have you a shoe stamp? No, well buy non-rationed shoes, any style for any occasion at the Banning Clothing Store. You can find not only shoes but also men’s and boys’ clothing—all of fine quality at prices you can afford to pay. James Bakery Do you want excellent pies, cakes, cookies, or buns? Just peek in at James’ Bakery. You can tell by the friendly faces of Mr. and Mrs. James and Gloria that you will get the best in quality and in service. So shop at James Bakery! Kucalyptus Auto Camp McCrea’s P.D.Q. Service Station located in the Grove, owned and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Leonard McCrea, is very convenient be- cause you can buy canned goods, frozen focds, fresh fruit, or any product of a reliable gas station. KRISTY’S Gretchen Schneider of the Senior class, will frank- ly tell you that Kristy’s, women’s apparel shop, has the latest styles in clothing. A complete stock is always awaiting you. Kristy’s is located on West Ramsey and is convenient to all downtown stores. It is a pleasure to trade at this store because of the reasonable prices and large selections. In the picture above, Gretchen is wearing a light tan coat which she recently purchased at Kristy’s. Frances Lawhead, manager of this shop, readily invites you in to look around at the many different articles of ready-to-wear, and she guarantees that you will have no trouble in finding exactly what you are looking for. So next time be sure to stop in at Kristy’s and enjoy yourself. CITIZENS NATIONAL TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK OF RIVERSIDE, BANNING BRANCH Yes, that’s Wayne Germain at the Citizens Na- tional Trust and Savings Bank. A graduate of Banning High now serving in the armed forces, Wayne has learned of the right place in which to deposit his savings, for under government regula- tions all deposits of this bank are insured up to $5,000. In addition, this establishment has faith- fully and reliably served the people of Banning for many years. Wayne learned through Mr. William J. Westerfield, manager, of various ser- vices available through the facilities of all depart- ments—commercial, savings, loan, safe deposit, escrow, and trust. Banning is justly proud of this establishment on the corner of San Gorgonio and Livingston. Are you one of its satisfied customers? Aap eisy... rma BANNING HOTEL Set in a scenic, majestic wonderland, between Southern California’s two highest mountain peaks, Mt. San Gorgonio and Mt. San Jacinto, the Banning Hotel offers a real home for the traveler. In no other location will one find dry desert air, the beauty of spring’s first almond blossoms, a gateway to mountain playgrounds, and the entrance to California’s famous desert resorts. These are only a few of the many picturesque wonders that people staying in the Banning Hotel may enjoy. As you enter the hotel’s lobby, you will be impressed with the homey surroundings, big overstuffed easy chairs, lamps in convenient places, and desks equipped with all of the necessary writing materials. At the end of your day’s travel you will want a room that is clean, restful, and modern. As you enter one of the rooms on the up- per floors, you realize that the Banning Hotel is the answer to your dream. The beds have the best of innerspring mattresses, and there are cool, clean linens to give you a night of refreshing sleep. The rooms are steam heated in winter, and nature cooled in summer to give you pleasure and comfort. Each room has a window with an outside exposure. Long a famous landmark, the Hotel Banning was bought by Mr. Bretscher, March fifth, and he extends a warm welcome to each and every one of you to pay a visit to his Hotel Banning and assures you of its continued excellence in service. ROBT. N. BERLIN __— NICENSED-REAL-ESTATE-BROME BERLIN AGENCY If you are looking for real estate, insur- ance, mortgages, or automobile financing, the Berlin Agency is the place to look. It is located downtown on San Gorgonio Avenue near Ramsey. It is operated by Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hickey whose service and reliability are known by all the local people. The Berlin Agency has been an established firm since 1927 and today is one of the leading real estate, as well as insurance offices in Banning. Standing in front of the agency, we see Dorothy Walker, one of the outstanding girls of the Junior class, who, as you see, is very happy after her visit to Berlin’s Agency. Why don’t you follow her example? 2 ALTA VISTA HOTEL The Alta Vista Hotel, located on South San Gorgonio, offers entertainment for Banning service men, as_ well as town folks. It has been remodeled this last year and has a cafe, bar, and dance hall in addition to the hotel. The hotel ac- commodations are found to be very con- venient to tourists who visit Banning. The manager, Mr. Harry Herd, is establishing a fine reputation in serving the public. The cafe, operated by Mr. David Jewels, is also becoming well known for its reas onable prices as well as for its good food and fine service. Both managers came from Los Angeles about a year ago and are well pleased with this community, its climate, and its people. BANNING AUTO CAMP For modern accommodations, convenient location, and friendly service, the Banning Auto Camp is tops. The cabins are com- fortable in either cold or warm weather and the prices are suitable for any income. There is also a gas station and a grocery store under the same management. Bob Chute, a popular Junior, is seen standing in front of this station. The grocery store is usually open until quite late at night. For this reason it isn’t necessary to worry about groceries or a’ stalled motor. Also, it is not a long walk to the center of the town from the camp. Re- member the Banning Auto Camp for comfort! 2 _ - _ = —_ a — eal = i = 72 _ — — — = = -_ Pratt’s Radio Shop Stocked to meet the needs of a growing community, Pratt's Radio Shop is the center of activity. Young and old alike find the smiling ser- vice of Mr. Pratt and Mr. Biss com- pletely satisfactory. Expert work- manship on your radio will insure a long life for it. Utensils for the home, adorable pandas and toys for the youngsters, a choice selection of records and sheet music are at- tractive, yet the price fits the aver- age pocketbook. As you see, Lorri Moore is in deed a satisfied patron. Hendricks Market Working at Hendricks Market, owned and operated by Chester Hendricks, well known Banningite, keeps Dick Ackley very busy. Of course now that the war is on, things are rather difficult to get but Hen- dricks’ is doing a splendid job of supplying the public wishes. Carry- ing a large line of canned goods, vegetables, fresh fruits and grocer- ies, Hendricks’ is one of the most popular stores in this community. Located next to the ration board on San Gorgonio, the phone is 3353. Texas Company While out in the grove, Billy Joe Williams of the Senior class, decided to drop in and see Andy Guerth at the Texas Company to learn a little about the business of distributing gas. Mr. A. F. Guerth is the dis- tributor of supplies in the area which includes Banning, Beaumont, Palm Springs, and Indio. In the pic- ture you see two of the big gas stor- age tanks, that supply these four towns and vicinity. These are only a part of the equipment used for the fine service you get when patroniz- ing the Texas Company. Universal Cleaners and Tailors “When clothes are unbecoming to you, they should be coming to us.” “Yes, and you'll get back a fine job,” says Mitzi Marcus, a Senior at B.U.H.S. “Profit by Experience” is the motto of this modern Cleaners and Tailors Shop. Kind and courte- ous clerks are ready to serve you at all times. This modern shop is own- ed and operated by Mr. and Mrs. Jones and is situated on San Gor- gonio, just off Ramsey. Patronize this establishment once and we know you will return. pans me THE NITE SPOT The Nite Spot Cafe is one of the oldest established restaurants in Banning. For many years, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Gaston have built up an enviable reputation by simply producing good wholesome food at a nominal cost. The Nite Spot caters to, not one, but all classes of food seekers. In so doing it has specialized in all foods to fit all circumstances, “anything from a juicy hamburger to a full delectable meal”. The Nite Spot is conven- iently located just outside the high rent district on East Ramsey with plenty of parking space for all types of vehicles. This is just one of the many reasons why the Nite Spot is one of the most popular havens for truck drivers to be found anywhere on Highway 99. Whenever you find an eating place continuously patronized by truck drivers twenty-four hours a day, you can always be assured of the best food, courteous service, and right prices. Many of our own townspeople have also found out that the Nite Spot is unique and unequalled. You can rarely find a time when well known Banningites are not to be found here. It is also a favorite of many high school students, as well as of our own Elmer, custodian and oldest employee of the Banning High School District. One last reason for the popularity of the Nite Spot is its speedy service. If you've ever waited and waited and waited for service, you too will appreciate this quality. So next time, try the Nite Spot. Life is such a fleeting thing Make every moment count Remember this through the years As towards your goal you mount. My school-day chums My friends so dear Your autograph Please sign it here. eS Sau