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

Text from Pages 1 - 140 of the 1947 volume:

fae aR ea Md is a Mich coo be SR 1a i nator hee ner aha sees ae Ang Ns Ma ee Rt aie “ins ti dh co ens ; bats : rt ¥ - : . a = a) : we : : U 7) 4 ’ si ¢ , ; en ‘ Gg ie . $4 f . Lit ed PUBLISHED ANNUALLY BY SENIORS OF BANIVING CALIFORNIA. a 7 as te 4 Z ’ ; ded FOREWORD When God created San Gorgonio pass, He must have taken some extra time to mold Old Grayback, so that the snow of the winter would make a background for the dainty pink and white almond blossoms that He must have known would come into the checkerboard pattern of the green fields of alfalfa and orchards. Then He must have thought of creating San Jacinto’s white granite face to reflect the warm glow of the setting sun down into the streets of Banning. Yet He did not stop until He had created a picture no artist’s brush could paint, the singing of birds, the smell of freshly mowed alfalfa that drifts on the gentle summer breezes after the sun has gone down in the west, the sound of crickets under the rocks serenading their mates. Yes, God created Banning as a place to be lived in and loved by the people who tilled the soil, and cherish its warm fertility and, when the day is over, they pause to thank Him for His sublime masterpiece.—Robert Armstrong And so it is with reverence in our hearts that we wish to portray the human elements in everyday life of but one generation of Gods’ people who work, live, and play in this, nature’s wonderland. mm Faysh ew teagseene DEDICATION “Mom,” the affectionate nickname given to Mrs. Roser Hansen by the students of Banning High School, is typical of the friendly atmosphere enjoyed in our High School Cafeteria. In remembrance of her cheerful manner and cooperation in all school banquets and affairs, the Senior Class is truly honored to be able to dedicate this year book to a wonderful person. ALBERT I. PETERSON BLAG, MGS Bde DE. Jamestown College University of North Dakota, Grand Forks Principal Best wishes to each member of the graduating class. May you achieve all of your ambitions as you venture forth into life’s verdant pastures! ae aet 2 ee a a Little known, but greatly appreciated, is the work of the School Board, which meets at least once every month to keep in touch with the school pro- gram and to make plans for a better and greater Banning High School. Con- sisting of public-spirited individuals, the School Board has the best interests of the students at heart. } Mr. William J. Westerfield Mrs. Rose Thompson Mr. A. N. Nelson Mr. Frank Miller Mr. Raymond J. Trudeau — ps 7 oj MR. A.B. C.S.T.C., Edmond, Oklahoma MANLY LEWIS Graduate Work at C.S.T.C. Special Research and Training in School Administration and Supervision English Speech HERBERT J. GUNTHER A GUY U.S.N.R. B.S. University of Maryland MRS. ELSIE A.B. University of Montana Post Graduate Work at University of California MRS. O. M. HOUSE B.S. Tonkawa Junior College George Pepperdine - é = College radu: Jork a are Post Graduate Work at i aie Work at Claremont University of Southern Home Economics 3 California English ‘ Algebra, General Math Tester eet Assistant Coach Spanish English MRS. VELMA BYRD A.B. Ottawa University Post Graduate Work at Denver University Post Graduate Work at Iowa University Post Graduate Work at University of Southern California Bronc Typing Shorthand ¥ LENA GC. ‘OLSEN MR. A. H. REKOW, U.S.M.C. AB. 1942-1946 B.A., M.A. University of California ARM Hendrix College University of Southern California i Graduate Work at Balboa Law iipA. 1 Columbia University College oie : Graduate Work at University of La Ve Chemistry Southern California Biaven : ne Civies : Biology Bookkeeping Engtis General Science History Spanis MR. J. EDWIN KOTAS MISS JANE LAMBERT MISS WILMA LANSING llege B.S. Omaha Normal School B.A. South Dakota State College Conservatory of Music Pomona College Shop Band Claremont Graduate School Mechanical Drawing Choral Groups Physical Education ‘ Motcr Mechanies World History Algebra rainers MRS. JEAN MINER Secretary ¥ i MR. ALVAH ZOLLARS 5 GEORGE SMITHPETER ; ; ARMEN SARAFIAN B.S., M.S. University of Nebraska % Ke ri Ste T hi Engineering and Agriculture, | B.A., M.A. ee it a Pantene College University of California, 1% } niversity o olorado Berkeley La Verne College University of Southern University of Southern Claremont College California California d rlisk Advanced Math ties University of California ie Pigeisa: cate aca Physical Education Spanish General Mathematics ‘ AREACK NOX Was . KERN J. H. Rank, “Mom” Hanson, R. G. Hess, and Elmer Quinn are probably rather glad to have the seniors grad- uate this year because occasionally they could find seniors eating ice cream in the halls, throwing paper where there weren’t any baskets, and drawing funny paper characters anywhere they happened to stop. (But of course, this was very seldom.) Through all the trouble we've given them they have been exceedingly patient, and we have appreciated their willingness to work with us in all school functions. He was camera shy! ailiff, Ramona Thomas, Dr. Albert I. Peterson, Charles Smithpeter, Don Sheppard, Frances Abercrombie, Ronald Obst, Clarence Stanfield, Jim Smith. ronc Leaders The main task of these honored students is to lead the entire student body along the way to improvement. Student Body Officers, and the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior class presidents are the members of the Student Body Officers, and the freshmen, sophomore, and both councils carry on their work under the guidance of Dr. Peterson. George Pelonis, Frances Abercrombie, Bill Bailiff, Jim Smith, Elizabeth Gromer, Paul Ketcham, Dr. Albert I. Peterson, Johnny Winters, Don Sheppard. ENO UWO-- OM recwenseuc a-FWwSten wc. = Cee WOO ElDuv-9 wo-k-oc. ®Oa Monc wy Ww EAP wlt—-- Oc mw Pew Senior Autographs SENOS That day in September was dreary as the seniors climbed the steps that led them to their last year in high school. Not only was the day dreary but the members of the class of 1947, realizing that this was the first day of their final year in high school, felt a bit desolate too. But among the frowns there were happy, smiling faces, for this was the fall of the year and it is in the fall when new friendships are made and old ones renewed. In the fall is football with its stars of the team being carried down the turf by the cheering from the grandstands as the swirling breezes carry the slowly dying leaves from the trees off and out into the world. From the senior class came the mainstay of the football team; as the mountains seem to hold up the sky, so the senior boys seemed to hold back their opponents. Throughout the whole year the seniors have taken part in leading the student body through fields of knowledge as well as in extra curricular activities. And so with dreary hearts and hopeful eyes, we, the Class of 1947, take our last long look at the campus, as the sun lingers above the horizon to steal a last lingering glimpse at the earth, but, like the sun with the coming of night, we turn to face our new tomorrows. BRONCS WHO ARE LEAVING FOR GREENER FIELDS... . } i FIRST SEMESTER SENIOR OFFICERS Bessie Jones, Louise Ellington, Bill Bailiff, Don ' Sheppard, Dugie Palmer. k | SECOND SEMESTER OFFICERS i Ernest Morris, Phyllis Miller, Ramona Thomas, Don Sheppard, Louise Ellington, Eddie Palmer, Bill Bailiff. “Yep, we’re starting up new hills!” VERN BEAN, JR. Football, °45, ’46 Track, 747 Block “B”, 3 yrs Operetta, ’48, ’47 BILL BAILIFF Track, 4 yrs. Capt. ’46, ’47 Basketball Block “B”, 4 yrs. Annual Staff ABRAHAM ARREOLA Student Body Vice President ; Class Officer, 2 yrs. Footballfi ’44, ’45, ’46 Block “B”, 8 yrs. (Vice President 1 yr.) Hoof Prints Staff Freshman Class Treasurer LOUISE ELLINGTON G.A.A, 4 yrs. Senior Play (Student Director) Junior Play (Student Director) Senior Class Yell Leader Annual Staff LEORA ECHOLS ues LOUISE DAHNKE Operetta Lead, ’47 Junior Play, ’46 ‘ Senior Play, °47 Majorette ; BARBARA BLASDELL Operetta, °43, G.A.A., 4 yrs. Drill Team, 3 yrs. Girls League JEAN E. COOKE N.F.L. Scholarship Junior Play, 746 University of Redlands JAMES OTIS COTHRAN, JR. Junior Play, ’46 Senior Play. ’47 Operetta, °47 Annual Staff Football, 745, ’46 Scholarship, 4 semesters DORA ESTRADA A Annual Music Editor Girls League, 4 yrs. Operetta, ’47 G.A.A. | DAN FARRIS Basketball, ’47 Hoof Prints Staff Block “B”, ’47 e Little Rock, Arkansa: DONALD M. FIEDLER Basketball, ’46 Block “B” Hi Jinx, ’44 EVELYN GROMER Annual Staff Junior Play, 46 Operetta, ’47 N.F.L. RUTH GETTMAN Scholarship Hi Jinx, °46, 747 Band, 3 yrs. Drill Team ILLA FOSTER Girls League Operetta, ’47 Drill Team ANDREW J. JENSEN Scholarship Senior Play, ’47 Annual Staff Band, ’47 CHARLES HUDSON Basketball, ’47 Harvard School { Hi Jinx, ’44 FRED HILLSTRAND Junior Play, ’46 Annual Staff Football, ’44, ’45, ’46 Track, ’45, ’47 Basketball, ’45, ’46, ’47 Block “B”, 4 yrs. (Treasurer, ’47) | ROBERTA HABEGAR HY Flagette, ’46, ’47 ae PPPOE HTN I Operetta ay ‘ ; $e Seesecsitie J eaeaite te SHIRLEY HESS G.A.A., 3 yrs. Sophomore Hi Jinx Junior Play, 746 Operetta, ’47 Flagette, 747 Drill Team, 3 yrs. MARTHA ELAINE JENSEN Hoof Prints Staff G.A.A. i Scholarship, 2 yrs. j Drill Team, 1 yr. Operetta, ’47 BESSIE JONES Senior Class Secretary, First Semester Junior Play, 46 Hoof Prints Staff JESS HILULIS Football, ’ Block “B” Orchestra, PAUL KETCHAM Track, °44 Manager Student Affairs, ’47 Hi Jinx, ’44 Ticket Chairman, Junior Class Play CLARENCE MARTIN Football. ’43, ’44, ’45 (Captain) Basketball, 3 yrs. Block “B”, 4 yrs. Track, ’44, ’45 IRENE LOVE ene Annual Editor cpa ceaaaeir ey ie Girls League President Junior and Senior Plays Scholarship Officers, 2 yrs. OLLEN C. LANGSTON Kiwanis Award, 746 Junior Play, 746 G.A.A., 4 yrs. Football Manager, ’46 Track, 745, ’46 Basketball, 746 Bleck “B”, Sergeant-at-Arms N.F.L. ERNEST MORRIS Senior Class Officer Operetta, ’47 BOB MILTON Basketball, 4 yrs. Captain, ’47) Football, 2 yrs., (Captain, 746) Track, 3 yrs (Captain, ’46) Baseball, 2 yrs. PHYLLIS MILLER Annual Staff Assistant Editor Senior Class Secretary, ’47 Junior Play and Operetta Lead G.A.A. CELIA MARTINEZ ) Drill Team, 3 yrs. Girls League, 4 yrs. Operetta, 47 EDNA MESTON Junior Class Yell Leader Operetta, 44 Drill Team, 2 yrs. G.A.A., 4 yrs. RUTH J. MESTON N.F.L. Scholarship G.A.A., 4 yrs. Hoof Prints Staff Operetta, 47 American Legion Speech Winner, ’46 DON OTREMBA Tennis, 747 Basketball, ’46 Block “B”, ’46, °47 DOLORES OTTEN Girls League EDWARD PALMER Football, °45, ’46 Baseball, 3 yrs. Block ‘“B” Class Officer Junior Play Qveretta, 45, °46, ’47 VERNELL SANFORD G.A.A., 4 yrs. Scholarship PAULINE PETERNELL G.A.A., 4 yrs. Operetta, 3 yrs. Drill-Team, 2 yrs. Majorette, 2 yrs. PAT (DARKENS) PELONIS Operetta, 747 Junior Play, ’46 Senior Play, ’47 Flagette ROGER SUTTON Senior Play CHARLES SMITHPETER Track, ’45, ’46 Basketball, ’46 Annual Staff Boys’ State Manager, Student Body Affairs Scholarship BOB SMITH Football, ’43, ’44, ’45, ’46 Baseball, ’45, ’46, 47 Basketball, ’47 Block “B’”, President ’47 Class Officer, Second Semester Girls League 4 I GLORIA SEYMOUR G.A.A. Secretary, First ’45 Christmas Pageant, ’44 DON SHEPPARD Football, 746 Basketball, ’46, ’47 Block “B”, ’46, ’47 Hoof Prints Associate Editor Senior Class President, ’47 ALBERTA SHOWMAN Junior Play, 746 Senior Play, ’47 Annual Staff Hoof Prints Staff Scholarship President Majorette, ’46, ’47 JERRY JANICE SWOR Hoof Prints Staff Drill Team, 1 yr. I Operetta, ’47 DAVID TEBERG Manager, Football Team, ’45 Korea RAMONA THOMAS Scholarship (President ’46) Annual Staff Junior Play Lead Majorette, 2 yrs. Student Body Secretary JIM TRACY Footbal], 2 yrs. Track, 2 yrs. Block “B’’, ’46, ’47 BARBARA WILLS Hoof Prints Staff Operetta Lead, 47 Long Beach, California SYLVIA TURK Hoof Prints Editor Annual Staff Drill Team G.A.A., President First Semester Operetta (Accompanist) JEAN WILSON Girls League JAMES UNDERHILL U. S. Navy PHILLIP WINANS Football Manager, 46, ’47 Block “B” Scholarship N.F.L. President, ’46, ’47 Talent Parade, ’46 Track, 45 JIM SMITH Football, ’44, ’45, ’46 Baseball, ’44, ’45, °46 Boys’ State, °46 Junior and Senior Play Student Body President, ’47 Annual Staff Remember When Sixth Grade Seniors BRONCS WHO ENJOY THEIR GRAZING PASTURES... . | 4 ig JUNIOR OFFICERS, FIRST SEMESTER Joyce Townley, Don Adrian, Lavaga Scott, Ronald Obst, Barbara Urton, Pat Welch SECOND SEMESTER OFFICERS Arden Ellington, Barbara Urton, Martha Partin, Johnny Winters, Bob Armstrong, Frances Abercrombie “Looking Ahead” } FIRST ROW: Anna Vallesilla, Frances Duncan, Joyce Townley, Martha Partin, Barbara Urton, Novella Danchak, Jessie Johnston, Frances Abercrombie, Joyce Furlong, Sally Hicks SECOND ROW: Annette Stiel, Ronald Obst, Don Croshier, Don Adrian, Arden Elline- ton, Jack Buchanan, Ole Scott. THIRD ROW: James Blain Alan Campbell, Gerald Hardin, Jack Spear, John Winters, Bert Wilson, Merve Alvord, Bob Armstrong, Norbert Ornelas. JUNIOR CLASS When the Juniors entered school this year they looked as if “some touch of nature’s genial glow,” (Scott) had keen bestowed upon them. Their faces were glowing with the realization that at last they were upper-classmen. As they ascended the steps they thought not only of the work that was to be done, and the beauty to be seen and written about, but their minds were on the good times in store for them—football, dances, assemblies, their class play, and most of all the satisfaction of giving the Seniors an unforgettable prom. And soon the Juniors will replace this year’s Seniors—will become the strong trunk from whose straight limbs will come new and better ideas, like new budding leaves and will blossom into everlasting goodness and will come the time when they must leave dear Banning High in full blossom. FIRST ROW: Jane Tuttle, Betty Sullivan, Vada Lancaster, Elva Peternell, Ruth McGoveran, Gloria James, Annette Egetter, Evelyn Hall, Wanda Leeper, Evan- geline Krause, Louise Hamby, Elizabeth Gromer, Mary Jo Moore, Pat Welch. SECOND ROW: Delbert Vaughan, Betty Rust, Wilma Sutton, Idabell Maynard, Ruby Lopez, Sally Arreola, Cathryn Durkee, Barbara Satterfield, Myrtle Hill, Verrel Doyle. THIRD ROW: Jimmy Vanderhoof, Larkin Lowman, Robert Broyles, Marcelino Palacios, Eugene Morris, Donald Wilson, Loren Stephens, Warren Yerks Junior TFtoofp rints | Broncos Whose Pastures Will Be More Fertile A Little Further On SOPHOMORES The Sophomores enjoyed the first week of school } almost as much as the Seniors for the memories of their initiation were still bright. Too well they remembered | how soft the green tufts of grass appeared and how quickly they learned that it could be very cold and hard, especially when one happened to be pushing a peanut around it with his nose. The sophomores have made the weather more fair for the whole school this year by their unique and always successful dances. Their eventful year began with a dance for the Froshies, when they attempted to let our new-comers for- get their greenness and feel like one of the old ripened fruits hanging on Banning High’s limb. More and better dances followed until nature took its course and brought them cut on top with a reputation for giving the best ) dances of the school. ! With such a cloudless background, it’s going to be | smooth sailing for them in their Junior year. | A eee ee SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS : FIRST SEMESTER: Sonny Kirby, Jerry Lou Geiger, Jeanine Meningoz, Jean Ritter, Mary Peterson, Ella Partin, Clarence Stanfield. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS SECOND SEMESTER: Jerry Lou Geiger, George Pelonis, Irene Quezada, Mary Peterson, Ella Partin, Clarence Stanfield. “Pretty Well Satisfied” SOPHOMORE CLASS FIRST ROW: Bonnie Cox, Mary Peterson, Katherine Scott, Beverly Fessenden, Mauricette Morrison, Dehlia Lloyd, Ruth Ann Thompson, Helen Edgar, Caroi Westerfield, Carolene Maxwell, Jerry Lou Geiger, Ruby Gonzales, Lorna Boswell. SECOND ROW: Lois Rahn, Letty Etta Burk, Shirlee Forsythe, Barbara Horn, Pat Rupert, Dawn Ella Bloeser, Barbara McGinnis, Louise Dillard, Leah Owen, Betty Dishman, Irene Quezada, Donna Chandler, Dorene McComisky, Jean Ritter, Carlos ’ Langston. THIRD ROW: Martha Corbitt, Don Elder, Buddy Hillis, Roy Buchanan, Keith Stewart, Homer Cooper, Dale Houston, Raymond Kirdy, Howard Broyles, Jack Whitener, Bill Erickson. SOPHOMORE CLASS FIRST ROW: Marilyn Miller, Norma Perrault, Ella Partin, Dorothy Laperuta, Jeanine Meningoz, Celia Ornelas, Bessie Caldwell. Nancy Martin, Barbara York, Lola McHorse, Olga Arellano, Margaret Palacios. SECOND ROW: Louis Rupprecht, Jay Hague, James Henderson, Clarence Stanfield, Eldred Rutherford, Donald Hopkins, David Miller, Ted Graham, Don Higginbottom, George Pelonis, Alfred Coronado, Tony Ortega, Alfred Medina, Rene Le Clerc. Soph Ftoofp rints Colts Just Beginning Their Training... . FRESHMEN OFFICERS, FIRST SEMESTER Gerald Foster, Mary Sue Partin, Billy Morris, Pam Peter- son, Freddy Nelson, Betty Smithpeter. sai SECOND SEMESTER OFFICERS Alma Gromer, Gerald Foster, Mary Sue Partin, Art Bretcher, Pam Peterson, Freddy Nelson, Barbara Smith. “They’re still having growing pains!” FIRST ROW: Roberta Sutton, JoAnn Burgess, Mary Lou Saunders, Joan Christensen, Anita Dugger, Sherlene Sanders, Diane Crandall, Waunita Martin, Geraldine Newbold, Betty Echols, Betty Jones. SECOND ROW: Joan Higgins, Margie Dillard, Ruth Ann Dryden, Ethel Talley, Marian Cariker, Virginia Koontz, Nancy Harris, Dona Gavalya, Alma Gromer. Barbara Smith, Jerry Morton, Pam Peterson, Shirley Arnold, Mary Sue Partin. THIRD ROW: Irma Lamons, Beverly Siler, Leonard Douglas, Johnny Moore, Frank Henderson, Bobby Hillstrand, Mark Croshier, J. D. Sanford, Dick Gavalya, Robert Sickles, Eddie Rosenbusch, Billy Morris, Dick Swanner, Josephine Dahnke, Jane McKnight. FOURTH ROW: Lester Hall, Steven Broes, Don Irwin, Ronnie Tobin, Jack Mazzoni, Johnny Danchak, Freddy Nelson, Bob Scherer, Joe Thorpe, Gene Gillette, Art Bretscher, Frank Burk, Roy Douglas, Jimmy Love, Tom Finch. FRESHMAN CLASS The sun was shining pretty bright for the Frosh when they first walked up the steps of Banning High School. At last they were in high school. But before the week was over, things clouded up for them. During the first week the seniors made them feel pretty low through all the initiation ceremonies. Things cleared up for the freshman girls when the Girls’ League tried to make them feel at home with a wein er bake at George Street Park. School really began for them with the opening of football season and the football dance made no distinction between classes. Things went smoothly for them through the year and they helped in most of the assemblies and programs given. And now they are anxiously awaiting summer when they can boast that they are sophomores in Banning Union High School. BOTTOM ROW: Margaret Woods, Roberta Darkens, Charlene Furlong, Evelyn Brown, Gaylene Cooper, Barbara Sullivan, Jonnie Bolt, James Hubler, Collette Buttons, Gloria Scheffer, Jean Brotherton, Kay Rains, Barbara Shirey, June Walls. SECOND ROW: Joyce Cooper, Bonnie King, Betty Mae Smithpeter, Lois Dean, Ruth Yanez, Erlinda Flores, Victoria Miranda, Ernestina Villapando, Agapita Villa- pando, Vera Roa, Katherine Beechen, Laura Young. THIRD ROW: Lucy Hudson, Evelyn Long, Earl Tryon, Keith Hawkes, John McComisky, Louis McNabney, Larry Farmer, Hubert Rich, Joe Edgerton, Don Adams, Alfred Floyd, Gerald Foster, Bill Jones, Charles Lrwin, Billy Dishman, Frank Kirby. oe. Ho O Lp Pies Red Festie i) : Mary Lou f Saunders iy OH CNG DN Hf a Mole, LSP Se: SSN VSN OS c= KX aN i Ee RS f COSe fexzj SS B JUST TO PROVE THAT WE HAVE CELEBRITIES Ruth Meston won awards in both the first and second semesters with original poetry compositions in the National High School Poeetry Anthology Contest. Charles Smithpeter placed among the first twelve in California to com- pete nationally in the Elks Scholarship contest. Charles SmithPeter and Andreas Jensen were recipients of a $750 scholar- ship to the University of Redlands. Don Wilson placed fourteenth in the I.P.I. National Essay contest. Gloria James Won Knights of Pythias Oratorical contest of Riverside County and placed fourth in regional eliminations. Don Adrian was selected to represent the student body at the American Legion Boys’ State in Sacramento. Philip Winans received the Junior Women’s Club Scholarship contest award, and also placed first locally in the Lions’ Oratorical contest. In the Junior Women’s Club Oratorical contest, Myrtle Hill placed first, and Louise Hamby placed second in the drama division. In the oratorical division, Gloria James placed first and Philip Winans second. On the All-Riverside County League B Basketball team, Bob Milton was chosen as forward and George Pelonis as center; honorable mention went to Jack Buchanan and Ole Scott. In track, Riverside County records were made by Bob Milton in the B broad jump with 20 feet 10% inches, and the B 120 yard low hurdles in 14.2 seconds. Alan Campbell, in the C 120 low hurdles, made a record time of 14.8. Charles Smithpeter, in the A 180 low hurdles, in 20.8 seconds. In the C relay, our team, made up of McMasters, Burke, Campbell and Whitener, came in first. B relay, Obst, Milton, Gavalya and Scott, made a new record of 1:10.9. A relay, Smithpeter, Graham, Stanfield and Bailiff, made a new record time of 1:35.6. Bill Bailiff made a noteworthy performance in the County Track meet by winning first in the 100 yard dash and the 220 yard dash. In the final game of the football season with Palm Springs, Jim Smith’s play at fullback and quarterback was outstanding because of his line plunges, kicking. For this he was selected as the outstanding league player of the day and appeared as a guest of the KPRO radio station and was interviewed over the air. Clarence Stanfield was guest at the L. A. Dons football banquet at the Biltmore Hotel in March, which was sponsored by Don Ameche, Groucho Marx and Coach Dudley DeGroot of the Dons. “Hail to our dear ole Banning High... .” oN sae ney iY ate y han, = lusic Department H. oolprints Trio Habeg ar, Danchak Nov ella Triple Margie : berta - Koontz, es Bill, Ro : A aarp) Koon ae Townley: Myrtle ; Pat Pelon!s, NV irgin} KNEELING: Joys pet eaells Evelyn Ball. Pi y; Paulire es gp ANDING ana Lamons: pillard, ir | MUSIC DEPARTMENT This year the Music Department of Banning High has been more active than any year before. The M’xed Chorus, Band, and Girls’ Chorus have worked together to produce a very spectacular and original Christmas Program and the most successful Operetta thus far put on. The Band has improved rapidly and all through the year has played at plays and various programs. All in all, this year’s Band has been the most successful in years. Members of the Girls’ Chorus and the Band have made several per- formances for most of the service clubs of Banning. Also, musicales for several churches have been arranged. The Music Department’s success is due largely to Miss Jane Lambert, whose direction and congeniality have given inspiration to all members of the music groups. coonths + re penols) avega=: wands eere®’ FI ap yW Lucy yudso™ opirley Saunder™ Mary Tous apcooN OW jrene Love: Betty Jones� : elds Joyce owned: Fran 2S puncat sya paren” Gera) yine N wold: Jrene pelo ine Pperer™ Ag� yaya atsy epe ’ MIXED CHORUS FIRST ROW: Wanda Leeper, Evelyn Gromer, Mauricette Morrison, Ruth Meston, Ruth Ann Thompson, Illa Foster. SECOND ROW: Pauline Peternell, Beverly Fessenden, Roberta Habegar, Barbara Wills, Thelma Yandell, Jean Brotherton. THIRD ROW: Frank Kirby, Dick Swanner, Ernest Morris, Ronnie Tobin, Louis McNabney, Vern Bean, James Cothran, Pat Darkens Pelonis, Louise Dahnke, Miss Jane Lambert, Dugie Palmer, Irene Love. BOYS’ CHORUS SEATED: Ronald Tobin, Vern Bean, Dick Swanner, Frank Kirby, Ernest Morris. STANDING: Jim Cothran, Eddie Palmer, Louis McNabney. Homer Cooper, Bobby Milton, Johnny Danchak, Hubert Rich, Ronnie Tobin, Fred | Hillstrand, Andy Jensen, Donna Chandler, Bob Scherer, Novella Danchak, Alfred Floyd, Gloria Scheffer, Dick Gavalya, Betty Smithpeter, Helen Edgar, Mary Sue Partin, Caroline Maxwell, Ruth Gettman, Miss Jane Lambert, Barbara Urton. Bubbling over with school spirit, the Band is practicing for their next performance. Our Band preparing for one of its many performances ar tad ted ali ced The Mixed Chorus, as it was at the beginning of the year in the first Christmas program given in several years. Girls’ Chorus, dressed as Carolers in Christmas pageant. OPERETTA CAST SITTING: Pat Darkens Pelonis, Edward Palmer, James Cothran, Vern Bean, Louise Dahnke, Loren Stevens, Barbara Wills, Ruth Meston, Lewis McNabney. STANDING: Bob Milton, Dick Swanner, Frank Kirby, Eugene Morris, Wanda Leeper, Irene Love, Ronnie Tobin, Roberta Habegar, Ruth Gettman. “A Soliloquoy!” FRESHMAN INITIATION By this time the graduates of Banning Grammar School are well adjusted to high school life. However, at the first of the year many were rather sorry they had graduated. For one week they went through the very thrilling experience of finding out what they would have to do and how to act in high school. We all pity the poor freshmen that come in when this year’s freshmen are seniors because then they have their chance to reciprocate. “Push that peanut, Taste that pie, You’re being initiated to Banning High!” TALENT PARADE The annual Sophomore Talent Parade was given February 28, and it turned out to be one of the most successful ever given. First prize for a solo performance went to Mary Jo Moore, who gave the declamation, “Number Please’; second by Ruth Gettman for her accordian solos in march time; and a tie for third place between Elizabeth Gromer, who sketched a portrait of Christ as a shepherd, and Gloria James for two piano numbers. Evelyn Hall and Wanda Leeper, playing a duet, won the group prize. Besides the winning entries, there were vocalists, Spanish songs offered P by one of the Spanish classes in a clever skit, and Banning High’s Harry James gave his rendition of “Stardust.” A group of girls gave a reproduction of “The Practical Joker”—poor fellow, they never would believe him. daughter of wealthy society mistress, Gloria James, is soon to find out. Bob’s mother, Myrtle Hill, is depend- ent on his profit to keep her house. Bob’s little sister, Mary Jo Moore, has a hard time deciding which date, Merve Alvord, or James Blain, to go to the dance with; she decides on both—one to go with, the other to bring her home. Elizabeth Gromer, local economics teacher, loses her grudge against coaches when she and the coach, John Winters, find common interest in-a boy’s future. ack Buchanan, star of the high school basketball team, takes advantage of Bob’s neglect for Joyce Townley, the girl he supposedly goes steady with. Local prominent men, Eugene Morris and Loren Stephens, are on hand to investigate the situation in which their money is being used, while news reporter Evangeline Krause is pre sent to cover the story and give Bob a break with a little free advertising. The full cast on stage for the Junior Class Play, “So Help Me.” a high school brain, has mixed up a fault-procf insecticide which has taken up most of his time and left him none for sports or even pretty girls, as Frances Abercrombie, Bob Armstrong, Fes Sele” — Economics Club FIRST ROW: Evelyn Brown, Shirley Arnold, Joan Chris- tenson, Barbara Shirey, Barbara Smith, Ruth Ann Dryden, Pam _ Peterson, Charlene Furlong, Gloria Scheffer, Dorothy Laper- uta, Jean Brotherton. SECOND ROW: Bessie Cald- well, JoAnn Higgins, Ro- berta Sutton, Jo Ann Bur- gess, Jane McKnight, Joyce Cooper. THIRD ROW: Celia Ornelas, Beverly Siler, Beverly Fes- senden, Barbara Horn, Katherine Scott, Cathryn Durkee, Edna Meston, Ruth Meston, Idabell Maynard, Wilma Sutton, Mrs. House. FIRST AND SECOND SEMESTER OFFICERS: Mrs. House Charlene Furlong Pam Peterson Beverly Fessenden Barbara Smith Katherine Scott Beverly Siler Jane McKnight Wilma Sutton A new organization was formed at Banning High this year. Mrs. Opal House sponsored a Home Eco- nomics Club which was composed of all of her three home economics classe s. The purpose of this club was to further the social and homemaking activities of all its members. During the year the club members gave a tea for their mothers in April and a picnic for all the members in May, which was just the begin- ning for a prosperous new club. ; “Come now, let’s do this systematically!” HOOF PRINTS ABRAHAM ARREOLA—Art Editor MARTHA JENSEN—Features Editor JERRY SWOR—Features Editor DON SHEPPARD—Assistant Editor LOUISE ELLINGTON—Business Manager OLLEN LANGSTON—Exchange Editor BARBARA WILLS—Literary Editor DAN FARRIS—Sports Editor GLORIA SEYMOUR—Girls’ Sports Editor BESSIE JONES—Girls’ Sports Editor SYLVIA TURK—Editor ALBERTA SHOWMAN—Nevws Editor RUTH MESTON—News Editor JOHNNY WINTERS—Photographer This year the Hoof Prints Staff was, as usual, chosen at the beginning of the first semester. This staff has a great task. No one but the actual staff realizes just how much effort must be put forth to offer to the students their school paper, “The Hoof Prints,” each six weeks. All the students truly enjoy this paper and are very grateful to those who work so hard and steadily for their school. SCHOLARSHIP SOCIETY In order to be a member of the C.S.F., a student must earn at least ten grade points per semester. An “A” counts three points, and a “B” one point. If any pupil receives a “D” in any subject, he is automatically disqualified. It is truly an honor to be a member of this society and to signify that a pupil is a member he is given a torch pin which may be kept permanently if the student becomes a member of the C.S.F. for four semesters. If he is a member for six semesters, he becomes a life member of the C.S.F. and receives a lamp pin and a gold seal on his diploma at graduation. This club, for the first time in several years, put on a very successful assembly which added to its full year of activities. The scholarship members are privileged to enjoy a “ditch” day, as students prefer to call it each year. SCHOLARSHIP OFFICERS First Semester Second Semester ‘ : : pains ELIZABETH GROMER—Secretary ALBERTA SHOWMAN—President RAMONA THOMAS—Social Chairman ROG OL Sea ane JIM COTHRAN—Vice President IRENE LOVE—Vice President MARTHA JENSEN—Publicity Chairman RAMONA THOMAS—Secretary PHILIP WINANS—Treasurer ALBERTA SHOWMAN—President PHILIP WINANS—Treasurer JERRY LOU GEIGER—Art Chairman STANDING: Philip Winans, Mary Jo Moore, Elizabeth Gromer, Alberta Showman, Evelyn Gromer, Mr. Manly Lewis, Jim Smith, Bob Milton, Fred Hillstrand. The National Forensic League is an organ- ization to develop public speaking among the high schools. This year the Banning chapter has participated in the American Legion and Lion’s Club contests in original oratory, the Talent Parade, Junior Women’s Club Declama- tion contest, and in conjunction with the Speech Class, presented an assembly. To be a member of N.F.L., one has to earn twenty-five points. SEATED: Ollen Langston, Joyce Townley, Myrtle Hill, Ruth Meston. OMG |e Ro S Ollen Langston, Joyce Townley, Myrtle Hill, Phillip Winans. SENIOR PLAY The senior play, presented May 12, was one of the best ever staged in Banning High’s Auditorium. The audience was kept laughing from start to finish. Reginald Manners (Andy Jensen) and Willie Clump (Jim Smith) were the two character roles and Jim Jerkins (Roger Sutton) finally gave up after courting Jenny Thatcher (Pat Pelonis) for twenty years. Sally Graham (Barbara Wills) and Jack Webster (Jim Cothran) found true love after the money matters were cleared up between them. Ruth Thatcher (Irene Love) took up sides for Reggie against Effie (Alberta Show- man), the neighbor girl, and finally fell in love with Reginald. After Jack and Reggie proved themselves to be worthy husbands by picking apples and peddling cabbages, the curtain fell on a happy household, that is, all except Jim Jerkins, who had to satisfy himself with his band and snappy uniform. THE GIRLS’ LEAGUE THE GIRLS’ LEAGUE OATH We, the girls of Banning Union High, believe that we should: B—Be earnest in purpose. A—Always modest in dress. N—Never irreverent in thought. 4 N—Never untrue to a friend. I—In God always trustful. N—Never betraying a trust. G—Gracious in manner and G—Goodhearted to all so that L—Life may be a rich and joyous experience. The Girls’ League, one of the most im- portant organizations in high school, en- rolls every girl as a member. During the year these girls carry on many activities. Among these are the New Girls’ Party, held at the first of the year; a Style Show, which this year was called “Fashions in Fantasy”; the Girls’ League Assembly, and the Spin- sters’ Dance. This year, for the first time in about six years, this organization fea- tured a Christmas tree and white gift offer- ings for the needy. These activities are enjoyed by all the school as much as the girls enjoy putting them on. MISS WILMA LANSING—Advisor IRENE LOVE—President ELIZABETH GROMER—Secretary MARTHA PARTIN—Treasurer LOUISE ELLINGTON—Vice-President Sn ‘4 Luggage Day... . A new idea for raising money was in- stituted this year by the Girls’ League in which the fellows bought tickets for ten cents to entitle them to a girl to carry their books to class. New Girls’ POY a’ s.° 2 As is customary, the New Girls’ Party was held in George Street Park. They were welcomed by the Girls’ League president and after singing and playing games, cokes, hot dogs and dough- nuts were enjoyed by all. Assembly... . In way of deviation from last attempted to show their audience just what ten more years will do for the various couples around Christmas Tree. ... Christmas season was a joyful time around Banning High because we were in an atmosphere of mountain pine and a beautifully decorated tree furnished by the Girls’ League. StyleShow. ... “Fashions in Fantasy,” as it was called year’s assembly, the Girl’s League this year, featured clothes from the various merchants in town. Held Novem- ber 21, 1946, in the High School Auditor- ium at 7:30, this event featured twenty- school Several musical numbers two models. were also presented. | g Ww” It certainly had Bill Morris stunned! CARMEN MILTON in one of his serious moments. BLOCK “B” OFFICERS BOB SMITH—President ABE ARREOLA—Vice President NORBERT ORNELAS—Secretary FRED HILLSTRAND—Treasurer OLLEN LANGSTON—Sergeant-at-Arms BLOCK ‘‘B’’ MEMBERS dq } FIRST ROW: Vern Bean, Jim Cothvan, Norbert Ornelas, James Blain, Jim Smith. SECOND ROW: Fred Hillstrand, Bob Milton, Jack Buchanan, Ronald Okst, Charles Smithpeter. THIRD ROW: Ollen Langston, Philip Winans, Abraham Arreola, Merve Alvord, Don Fiedler. | FOURTH ROW: Don Otremba, Coach Zollars, Gerald Hardin, Eddie Palmer, Bob i Armstrong, Johnny Winters, Arden Ellington, Jim Tracy, Eldred Rutherford, Bill Bailiff, Ole Scott, Don Sheppard, Don Croshier, Donald Hopkins, George } Pelonis. Bal STANDING: Bob Smith, Clarence Stanfield. Le BX NM ¢ BLOCK ‘‘B ’ ; The Block “B”, led by President Bob Smith, conducted many activities si this year, among them a dance and two alumni football games. The money N : oe ; - a earned was donated to the Athletic Fund by our advisor, Coach Zollars. The officers for the lettermen club were Bob Smith, president; Abraham Arreola, vice-president; Norbert Ornelas, secretary; Fred Hillstrand, treasurer; and Ollen Langston, sergeant-at-arms. TOP PICTURE FIRST Row: Irene Love, Mary Jo Moore, Norma Per rault, Jean Broth erton, Letty Etta Burke, Donna Chandler, Dorene McComisky, Paul- ine Peternell, Betty Jane Tuttle SECOND ROW Martha Partir Nancy Martin, Ella Partin, Barbara Sullivan, Pat Rup- pert, Jeanine Men ingoz, Helen Edgar Martha Corbitt Lois Rahn, Pat Pe fonis, Wanda Leep er, Annette Eget ter, Barbara Horn Beverly Fessenden atherine Scott Phyllis Miller HIRD ROW: Shir ey Hess, Idabell Maynard, Wilma Sutton Virginia Koontz Gaylene Cooper, TOP PICTURE (Continued) Marilyn Miller, Jerry Mor- ton, Roberta Dark ens, Geraldine Newbold, Caro Westerfield, Dawn ) Ella Bloeser, Edna Meston Roberta Habegar, Elva Pet ernell Victoria Miranda Ruth Yanez, Agapita Villapando, Thelma Yandell FOURTH ROW Annette Stiel, Eliz abeth Gromer, Ev elyn Gromer, Wau- nita Martin, Dian Crandall, Sherlene Sanders, Mary Lou L Saunders Ruth Ann Dryden, Vera Roa, Ernestine Vil lapando, Jerry Lou ny Geiger, Bessie ' Caldwell, Betty Dishman S F M FIRST ROW: Ruth Meston, Betty Smithpeter, Lucy Hudson, Lorna Boswell, Evangeline Krause, Vernell Sanford LE Shirley Arnold, Barbara Smith, Ruth McGoveran SECOND ROW: Donna Gavalya, Novella Danchak, Sylvia Turk, Martha Jensen, Frances Abercrombie, Bonnie Cox, Shirlee Forsythe, Joyce Townley, Frances Duncan, Myrtle Hill, Barbara Satterfield THIRD ROW: Sally Arreola, Louise Dahnke, Irene Quezada, Louise Ellington, Alberta Showman, Pat Welch Sally Hicks, Mary Peterson, Evelyn Hall, June Walls, Ruth Ann Thompson, Illa Foster FOURTH ROW: Joan Christensen, Alma Gromer, Jean Ritter, Jane McKnight, Jessie Johnston, Barbara Urton, Ruby Lopez, Amparo Ortega, Mary Sue Partin, Pam Peterson, Josephine Dahnke ORE Cae RS FIRST SEMESTER SYLVIA TURK, President MARTHA PARTIN, Secretary LOUISE ELLINGTON, Vice President MARY JO MOORHE, Treasurer D SEMESTER LOUISE ELLINGTON, President MARY JO MOORE, Treasurer SHIRLEE FORSYTH, Sergeant-at-Arms MARTHA PARTIN, Secretary PAT WELCH, V President ROMPING BRONCHOS Atheletes’ F. oolprin ls It’s all in a day’s work! On the fields of friendly strife are sown the seeds, which in other years, on other fields, will bear the fruits of victory. —General Douglas MacArthur. COACHES This year Banning has been well fortified with a good coaching staff, as it is the first time in several years that we hav e had an assistant coach. Head Coach Alvah Zollars has instituted a new pro- gram of participation by offering freshmen letters to encourage the in novice sports which are led by Assistant Coach Herb Gunther. To- zether our coaches have undertaken the task of helping young men prepare their minds as well as their bodies in order that they may win the battles of today and con- suer the problems of tomorrow. h inexperienced boys to get started MANAGERS Our football managers, Philip Wi- nans, Norbert Ornelas and Ollen Lang- ston, did a splendid job of taking care of football equipment, towels and get- ting water for the team. They deserve much credit for their assistance to the coach and the entire squad. Doctor Langston The boys of the football squad wish to express their sincere grati- tude to Doctor A. A. Langston for treating the injuries received dur- ing the football season. Doc Lang- ston has helped the squad during the past years, and we know that he has done a fine job aiding the cuts and bruises of the teams. FOOTBALL HERD FIRST ROW: Jimmy Love, George Pelonis, Bill Jones, Jerome Wood, Don Hopkins, Raymond Kirby, Norbert Ornelas, Ollen Langston, Frank Kirby. SECOND ROW: Arden Ellington, Ole Scott, Bob Smith, Don Croshier, Merve Alvord, Fred Hillstrand, Jim Coth- ran, George Chapperosa, Jack Buchanan, Bob Milton. THIRD ROW: Coach Zollars, Abraham Arreola, Eddie Palmer, Eldred Rutherford, Vern Bean, Jim Smith, Charles Smithpeter, Don Sheppard, Bob Amstrong, Jim Tracy, Ronald Obst, Forrest Brown. FOURTH ROW: Jerry Vaughan, Bob Scherer, Robert Sickles, Jack Spear, John Winters, Johnny Danchak, Gerald Foster, Mark Croshier, Don Otremba, Carlos Langston, Roy Buchanan. THE SQUAD Banning High School started this year with an enrollment of 295, of which 40 came out for football. Al- though the squad was large, the lack of experience cut the potential championship team down to just a few regulars. During the early part of the season, some of the freshmen players suffered several injuries, and it was necessary to start a regular freshman team which, when the season was over, turned in a very handsome report of itself, winning all but one game. The varsity squad was well fortified with experienced linemen, but not so with the backfield. The Broncos started the season with their fast and famous “T” formation because of the strength of the line and the speedy backfield, but this offense was later switched to the single wing back and some of the line- men were pulled into the backfield to add some much-needed weight. Although handicapped by the switch in formation, the Broncos came back to be one of the strongest teams in the league, defeating their last three op- ponents. Out of the eleven first stringers, eight will graduate with this year’s senior class. Although the team was not champs, they and Coach Zollars deserve our sincere appreciation for the performances which they turned in during the past fall season. yp erp nt Ah le ee AAAS ALE MO IGS IA mien dgntagan i OP sari ae “as Naga FRED HILLSTRAND Position, Left Guard } see] OLE SCOTT } Position, Halfback ARDEN ELLINGTON Position, Halfback | Gh carten yecgh santas: a JIM SMITH, Co-Captain Position, Quarterback Positions, Halfback and Tackle RONALD OBST Position, Halfback CLARENCE STANFIELD Position, Halfback SCOREBOARD BANNING 6 ELSINORE 26 BANNING 0 BEAUMONT 31 BANNING 12 HEMET 25 BANNING 6 SHERMAN 0 BANNING 0 SAN JACINTO 6 BANNING 6 PERRIS 0 BANNING 6 BLYTHE 7 BANNING 0 COACHELLA 32 BANNING | PALM SPRINGS 0 mo JACK BUCHANAN Position, Halfback BOB ARMSTRONG Position, Center ABE ARREOLA Position, Left End JIM COTHRAN Position, Right Guard VERN BEAN Position, Tackle BOB SMITH Position, Tackle DON SHEPPARD Position, Center EDDIE PALMER Position, Right End DON CROSHIER Position, Right Guard ‘‘A'’ SQUAD Although handicapped by the lack of experience, the Banning “A” squad was always in the fight. Out of the seven boys on the A team, three were seniors: Bob Smith, Fred Hillstrand and Don Sheppard, the latter two being the only ones having any experience on varsity teams, though their actual play- ing time was short. This was the first year that sophomores played with the varsity team, but they proved indis- pensable when it came to a show-down. Eldred Rutherford, Clarence Stanfield, and Ted Graham, all in their first year of varsity ball, displayed very admirably their talents. Using the experience gained through actual play, with a little more practice and teamwork, they will show what Banning can do in future years. VARSITY “A” SQUAD Left Forward Right Forward D. SHEPPARD F. HILLSTRAND A. ELLINGTON M. ALVORD Center E. RUTHERFORD T. GRAHAM Left Guard Right Guard B. SMITH C. STANFIELD VARSITY “B” SQUAD Left Forward Right Forward R. OBST B. MILTON Center GEO. PELONIS Left Guard Right Guard O. SCOTT J. BUCHANAN con onli NREL ‘‘B’’ BASKETBALL With the starting five of last year’s B’s back in their same positions, the Banning B Squad had a very successful season, chalking up four league wins against four defeats. Banning started the season by lacing Redlands Sopho- mores, 38-14, followed by a win against the champion Beaumont Cougars, 17-13. Coach Zollars entered the B’s in the Hemet Lion’s invitational tournament and was well rewarded, since the team brought home the second-place trophy; and two boys, Bob Milton and George Pelonis, were given plaques represent- ing their selection on the All Star team. Banning won their first game with Sherman, 50-38, which enabled them to meet Coachella in which game Banning was also the victor with a 10 point margin of a 38-28 score. Even though Banning had won their first games, which gave them a chance to meet the undefeated Cougars, the Broncho quin- tet went down in a hard-fought game in the finals, 34-25. All in all, the Banning team had a worthwhile season, and all but one of the players will be back on the squad in the following year. 4 C's STANDING: Roy Buchanan, Frank Burk, Alan Campbell, Art Bretcher, Jay Hague. KNEELING: Bill Erickson. D’s STANDING: Leonard Douglas, Ed- die Rosenbusch, Earl Tryon, Billy Morris. KNEELING: Ronnie Tobin, Jim Henderson, Freddy Nelson, Johnny Moore. C -and D's This year, more than ever before, there has been a determined effort put forth by the smaller boys of our school in C and D class basketball. Never before has such widespread enthusiasm and sincere desire to “play the game” been shown by any group of athletes. Part of this drive was encouraged by Assistant Coach Gunther, who was the director of these teams. FIRST ROW: Freddy Nelson, Dan Farris, Arden Ellington, Jack Buchanan, Ronald Obst, Ole Scott, Don Croshier, Merve Alvord, Don Adrian, Eldred Rutherford, Bob Armstrong. SECOND ROW: Jim Tracy, George Pelonis, Ted Graham, Don Sheppard, Bob Smith, Bill Erickson, John McComisky, Keith Hawks, Coach Zollars, Fred Hillstrand, Clarence Stanfield, Jim Smith, Eddie Palmer. BASEBALL Enthusiasm for baseball has been lacking this year due to the fact that Banning has no ball park while most of the other schools are playing hard-ball on their own diamonds. But we have formed an inter-class softball team to play other schools which do not have hard-ball teams. TENNIS Although enthusiasm for baseball might have been lacking, tennis cer- tainly went forward with great zeal. All of Banning’s tennis first string was in last year’s graduating class, but the second stringers stepped into their shoes very nicely, losing only to Palm Springs. Next year, with the experience gained this season, our racket wielders should have a most successful season. FIRST ROW: Ronald Obst, Norbert Ornelas, James Blain, Alan Campbell, Gerald Hardin, Ollen Langston, Don Otremba, Charles Hudson, Johnny Moore. SECOND ROW: Bob Armstrong, Don Croshier, John Winters, Don Hopkins, George Pelonis, Jim Smith, Don Sheppard, Eldred Rutherford, Jay Hague. TARY, KNEELING: Johnny Moore, Freddy Nelson, James Hen- derson, Dan Farris, Bob Scherer, Jay Hague, Norbert Ornelas. STANDING: Eddie Palmer, Bill Bailiff, Fred Hillstrand, Jim Tracy, Don Adrian, Alan Campbell, Joe Edger- ton, Clarence Stanfield, Loren Stephens, Eldred Rutherford, Arden Ellington, John Winters, Charles Hudson, Don Croshier, Ted Graham, Don Sheppard, George Pelonis, Ole Scott, Merve Alvord, Ronald Obst, Bob Armstrong, Bob Milton, Coach Zollars. TRACK SQUAD The Banning Track team had a very successful season by breaking six R.CLL. records which had been on the books since 1929. The Bronchos showed much interest on the track by proving themselves capable of the job. The Banning relay teams of the A and B classes set records in the 880 at 1:35 and the B’s 660 in 1:10.2. Bob Milton, Broncho senior, set B records in the broad jump at 20 feet 101% inches and the 120 low hurdles in 14.2. Both of these records were held by a Hemet man in 1929. Alan Campbell, C cinderman, set a 120 low hurdles record at 14.8 along with Charles Smithpeter who also set a record in the 180 low hurdles at a brisk 20 seconds flat. Bill Bailiff who won the 100 in 10.2 and the 220 in 22.6, was also a senior in Banning and did a splendid job throughout the entire season. Coach Zollars is making a supreme effort towards encouragement of smaller athletes to participate in track and field events. Now that Banning High’s new track is in use we hope to obtain higher standards and build a strong team in future years. Saddle Sore Suzie Spurs For Sports YELLE TPEADERS During football season many new yells were originated, while also new words were added to old yells, which gave an added boost to our spirit. Al- though our varsity football squad did not win every game, the students gave their utmost support by “yelling their heads off” for the team, as well as turning out “en masse” to all the games. All in all, our yell leader, Frances Abercrombie, and her assist- ant, Ella Partin, have developed within the student body of Banning High a good school spirit and leave an enviable record for those who are to follow in their footsteps. MAJORETTES A group of girls we are very proud to claim are the Majorettes of Banning High. Under the leadership of Alberta Showman, the girls worked out several unique ways of coming onto the field and some very original routines. Their successful season proved that they had cooperated whole-heartedly and shown much school spirit in their practices. We are equally as proud of the Flagettes who, in spite of the fact that they are a comparatively new organization, made a good showing at all our games. These girls, without choosing a leader, drilled very skillfully for enthusiastic spectators. FIRST ROW: Betty Dishman, Vera Roa, Gaylene Cooper, Irene Love, Ramona Thomas, Sylvia Turk, Louise Ellington, Jerry Swor, Martha Jensen. SECOND ROW: Elva Cooper, Diane Crandall, JoAnn Burgess, Ruth Yanez, Lavon Gassett, Marilyn Miller, Jerry Morton, Geraldine Newbold, Victoria Miranda. THIRD ROW: Evelyn Hall, Mary Peterson, Nancy Martin, Lucy Hudson, Virginia Koontz, Mary Lou Sanders, Waunita Martin, Thelma Yandell, Josephine Dahnke. BRAT The fancy steppers of Ban- ning High have shown their fine ability by performing with finesse new and difficult drills which were introduced by the dean of girls, Miss Jane Lansing. The girls’ drill team _ per- formed during the halves of all rp | TEAM in- ia played on Banning High’s home . grounds. They made a very at- ah grounds hey de y ‘Ils | tractive and colorful group in ; } : AP : : aa their uniforms which consisted of green over-seas caps, white 1g. § blouses and skirts with green er- boleros and white shoes and socks. the football games which were FIRST ROW: Leah Owens, Laura Young, Lois Hill, Bessie Jones, Pat Welch, Joan Christensen, Ruth Meston, Dona Gavalya, Barbara Smith. SECOND ROW: Jean Ritter, Betty Smithpeter, Idabell Maynard, Bonnie Cox, Shirlene Sanders, Roberta Sutton, Irma Lamons, Norma Perrault, Miss Wilma Lansing. THIRD ROW: Myrtle Hill, Barbara Satterfield, Joyce Townley, Frances Duncan, Ruth McGoveran, Betty Echols, Betty Jones, Barbara McGinnis, Louise Dillard. BADMINTON This year, more than ever before, the girls have shown marked interest in badminton. In each of the gym classes badminton single and double tourna- ments were played, in which there mere many spirited contests. After class ladders were played off, the winning players of each class played to see who would be “the champion”, and this honor went to Martha Partin, who has not lost one game during the entire season. Basketball brought out a great many contestants this season and the girls enjoyed many afternoons of play. Through- out the season the teams played back and forth—winning and losing, but the team to out-score and win above all others was the team cap- tained by Martha Partin. The members of her team were Barbara Urton, Annette Steil, Annette Egetter, Edna Meston, Frances Abercrombie, Dawn Ella Bloeser, Elizabeth Gromer and Jessie Johnston. In the second place was Shirlee Forsyth’s team, Irene Love’s was third, and Sylvia Turk’s team was last. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL SEATED: Alma Gromer, Jean Ritter, Irene Love, Pat (Darkens) Pelonis, Victoria Miranda, Erlinda Flores. STANDING: Martha Corbitt, Lois Rahn, Louise Dahnke, Sylvia Turk, Jerry Swor, Martha Jensen, June Walls. SEATED: Elizabeth Gromer, Edna Meston, Jessie Johnston, Frances Abercrombie, Martha Partin, Annette Stiel, Dawn Ella Bloeser, Annette Egetter, Barbara Urton. STANDING: Ruth McGoveran, Barbara Satterfield, Jerry Morton, Joyce Townley, Myrtle Hill, Frances Duncan, Novella Danchak. GIRLS’ BASKETBALL SEATED: Alberta Showman, Pat Welch, Mary Jo Moore, Idabell Maynard, Wilma Sutton, Louise Dillard, Barbara McGinnis. KNEELING: Celia Martinez, Sally Arreola, Amparo Ortega, Beverly Siler, Ruby Lopez, Dora Estrada, Anna Vallesilla. STANDING: Pauline Peternell, Vada Lancaster, Irene Pelonis, Wanda Leeper, Shirley Hess, Evelyn Hall, Betty Sullivan, Elva Peternell, Roberta Habegar. SEATED: Mary Peterson, Ella Partin, Shirlee Forsythe, Bonnie Cox, Sally Hicks. KNEELING: Barbara Sullivan, Irene Quezada, Louise Ellington, Jerry Lou Geiger, Thelma Yandell. STANDING: Nancy Martin, Helen Edgar, Letty Etta Burk, Jeanine Meningoz, Betty Dishman. TENNIS TEAM A truly representative tournament team, selected from these tennis classes, has brought honor to B.U.H.S. in their competition against other schools in Riversid� County. The participants in the E.R.C.L. tournaments were as follows: Martha Partin, Barbara Urton, Mary Jo Moore, Elizabeth Gromer, Louise Ellington, Betty Dishman. Literary Section THE FLAT The road is a lonely one and not much traveled on. It leads into the highlands of San Jacinto mountains to a small picturesque flat that lies in stillness, except for the native murmur of its inhabitants, the mountain creatures. There are, upon this flat, but two houses. Each differs from the other as night differs from day. The one that is day has life and glows like the brilliant sun as it gives off its dazzling rays of happiness. It is well kept by its dwellers, an old mountaineer and his wife. The delicate sweetness of the lilac bushes about their home invites the buzzing bees and the chattering blue- jays to come and make their melodious racket the live-long day. The flowers about the house are many, with each casting off its radiant hues and blending into an enchanting pattern as only nature can create. The other house is night, because it is dark and lonesome. It hides near a slope and yields no resemblance to human life. But it is a refuge to the timid creatures of the flat. To approach the lodging we must pass a bridge where the rising miasma of the swamp below is suffocating, and the sound of the chirping crickets is deafening. The growth in the swamp is cat-tails—long, bellowy cat-tails that feel like velvet sponges as you crinkle them in your hands. On the other side of the bridge you can see (if you are fortunate) a water hole cluttered with animals whose shrill sounds rend the air. The most elegant is the graceful deer which, upon approach, lifts its head and departs, leaving the memory of its gracious form as it leaps across the glassy water-hole. The rabbits and the squirrel become frightened and run about until every one is concealed. But the comical mocking bird sits in the jasper green pine tree imitating his feathered friends. The outstanding feature in the flat is the dainty odor of the apple blossoms from the abandoned orchard that lies in waste. Below the apple trees are berry plants that have spread their thorny limbs across a large tract of land. Each plant bears its divine white blossoms as an offering for its existence on earth. Yet these forsaken plants yield abundantly, with every year being superior to the last. The most magnificent time of day on the flat is evening when the sun sets, making it a natural art treasure, an illustrated gallery of artistic wonders, a close image to the beauties of heaven, where one’s life becomes solemn, and his mortal ideals become a hymn, such as sung by choirs of angels high in the heavens. —IRENE QUEZADA BLACK BENCH North of Banning, up close to the mountains, is a plateau named Black Bench. Most of the year this plateau is the same as any other in the nearby country. In the summer it is dry and arid. The grass is burned brown and the ground is hard. In the fall, it is slightly greener from occasional rains, but on the whole it is dry and unattractive. In the winter, the bench is green and a few small flowers add color and brightness. But the spring is different from all. As the traveler comes over the brow of the hill that hides the bench, he is suddenly confronted with a sea of flaming poppies. Forming a background for the poppies are blue dwarf lupine, and dotting this mass of orange and blue are purple spots of owl’s clover, vivid and beautiful. As a breath of wind sweeps across this broad expanse, the field bursts into fire. Before the wind, sheets of flame fly across the area. One can easily imagine the billowy clouds floating above are smoke clouds rising from the flames. Sometimes the blue is blotted out as wave after wave of orange fire sweeps across, swaying in the strong breeze. But as the wind stops, the field again settles down to an expanse of orange against blue. For weeks this scene is recreated and every spring the field of flame is brought back. At night the poppies close their blossoms, and as the sun sheds its last rays over the bench, the fire goes out, only to spring up in the morning to burn all day long. People come from all over the United States to see the Black Bench. Its magic enchants the spectator and makes him want to return again and again. Where else could he find such a combination of snow-capped mountains, vivid blue sky, and such a panorama of brilliant colors? Have you seen the Black Bench? Next spring when the weather turns warm, make your way to the field of poppies that blaze in the wind. —WARREN YERKS if 4), Evelyn Hall | Z P : se ‘ a BANNING REALTY COMPANY W. E. Viner, Realtor. Com- rd x4 Ln Wht ie LY UL. plete Real Estate Service. WV CAV IINE SS REAETOR General Insurance. Notary Public. Office phone: 4044. Residence phone: 4124. 68 South First Street, Banning, California. BROWNIE’S MALT TAVERN Brownie’s Malt Tavern is a favorite with every boy and girl in Banning. Whenever a crowd gets together and wants to dance, it’s Brownie’s every time. Besides having the dance floor and juke box, Brownie operates a complete soda fountain and snack bar. PENNEY S Whatever your needs may be, whether in clothing or accessories, you can be sure to get it at your dependable Penney’s Store. Sesto ® CONSTANTINO’S DATE SHOP ; For appropriate gifts of dates, both plain and candy coated, Constantino’s Date Shop should merit your attention. Through years of good service, this shop g Da has built up a well-established reputation. Bee, ee L. L. BOSWELL — ast pow rer Noa AUIY nnn APPLIANCES J Electric appliances that will improve every room of your house, as well as many different makes of latest model radios, may be seen at the radio shop of L. L. Boswell. BONNELL FURNITURE Are you thinking of getting married? Do you need furnishings for your new home? Drop in and see Clyde Bonnell at the Bonnell Furniture Store. He has the latest models in living room, dining room, and bedroom furniture. Appliances too! FELTS JEWELRY WATCHES DIAMONDS SILVERWARE Gifts of Quality and Distinction. Theatre Building. RADIO ERY CLEANERS If you want quality, service, and neat appearances, send your garments to an expert in dry cleaning. Phone 3701. GEORGE’S COFFEE SHOP Three big wonders will always prevail here: hospitality, abundance of good food, competitive prices plus spiritual food, for it is written; ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.” George’s Coffee Shop in the Heart cf Banning. BANNING MERCANTILE Through satisfied customers made by good management and courteous service, the Banning Mercantile has built up a reputable business. This market is loca- ted in the center of town at Ramsey and San Gorgonio. he. erry. | Tri-Hi Cafe Established on the highway in the grove, the Tri-Hi is one of the favor- ite eating places of everyone in Ban- ning. Hummels Stationery. Greeting Cards. Art Sup- plies. Model Airplanes and Acces- sories. Boxed Candies. Books and Magazines. Hummels, Stationers and Booksellers, 40 W. Ramsey, Banning, California. Almond Blossom Flower Shop Flowers for You! Almond Blossom Flower Shop, Shirley and Helen Read, Banning, California. bik MISSION TRAE Universal Cleaners Tailors Cleaning Conserves Clothes. Fre- quent and correct cleaning makes your garments last twice as long. Universal Cleaners and Tailors, 44 North San Gorgonio Avenue. Ban- ning — Beaumont — Palm Springs. Mountain Water ice Company For ice made from pure mountain water, call on the Mountain Water Ice Company. Deliveries are made to your home on request, and the plant is open twenty-four hours a day for self-service. Candy Kettle ‘Kid,’ if you want a quick lunch, go to the Candy Kettle. They have good service, good meals, and all kinds of candy. They are waiting to serve you. | a3 ism yountaIn WATE MOUNTAIN WAT ae eS el a a’ i. a a ne pers JONES’ SPORTING GOODS STORE Tom and Don Jones, co-owners of this sportman’s hangout, suggest: Play more, balance your life, and live longer. Fishing, hunting, and athletic goods are on sale to help make your leisure time pleasure time. J. C. WAGES Known throughout Banning for its dependable plumbing and electrical service, J. C. Wages is always ready to help you. Recently a radio shop has been in- stalled in the store with a qualified technician to work on your radio. If you need tools or machinery, Wages carries the best. Located in the middle of town on Ramsey Street, J. C. Wages is waiting to supply your needs. BANNING AUTO PARTS Thinking of buying parts for your car? Don, one of the many high school stu- dents, is looking over automotive acces- sories at the Banning Auto Parts. PRATT’S If you are looking for Radios, phono- graphs, records, or any repairs for the ones you have, Pratt’s is the place to go. Located at 89 North San Gorgonio. this establishment has attractive merchan- dise to please its customers. HICKEY’S REAL ESTATE For many years, Joe and Grace Hickey have managed the Hickey’s Real Estate and Insurance Office, formerly known as the Berlin Agency. Established since 1927, it offers a wide selection of list- ings, and insurance of all kinds. CHEVRON GASOLINE STATION The friendly service of this Chevron Sta- tion at 255 E. Ramsey furnishes you with courtesy as well as with gas, oil, and lubrication. Mr. Buckner extends his good wishes to this year’s annual staff. KEN’S CAFE For tasty food and good drinks, drop in at Ken’s Cafe. Amid a pleasant atmos- phere you can eat dinner and have an enjoyable time with your friends. Sit- uated on East Ramsey, Ken’s strives to please all its customers. ORRIEL’S If you want the man Who will treat you the best, Go to Less and You won’t look a mess. a q ; { BANNING FURNITURE Is it a bedroom set you want, or fur- F. L. STOWELL, REALTOR niture for your living room? The aE . Banning Furniture Store can furnish When you want to buy or sell, con- your home with anything you want. Also in stock is a complete line of unpainted furniture. Owned and money. operated by V. L. and H. E. Mos- lander, the Banning Furniture Store offers you the best in home furnish- ings. sult a Realtor and save time and ROSE THOMPSON PAULUS’ STYLE SHOP If you are looking for a house, or At Paulus Style Shop, formerly wish to insure yourself, your car, or Martha’s, you can find a complete your property, take a tip from Lucy Hudson and go see Rose Thompson. Having recently moved from Hotel Banning, Mrs. Thompson is now | open for business at 55 North First When you want smart clothes, drop Street. in at Paulus’. line of dresses, suits, coats, lingerie. Thrifty women come to Paulus’ for stylish millinery and quality hosiery. KRISTY’S Girls, if you care for smart, stylish clothes, shop at Kristy’s, where the MYRTLE’S TRAILER COURT —-owned and operated by Myrtle Smith, is placed in a shaded area adjacent to East Williams. Clean rest rooms with healthful surroundings price is low and the service good. DONALDSON STUDIO Donaldson Studio, owned and oper- ated by Glen I. Miller, has a complete stock of photographic supplies and equipment. Portraits and_photo- finishing service can be obtained at a very reasonable cost. For anything in the photographic line go to the Donaldson Studio, across the street from the theatre. are offered at moderate prices. EL ORO GRILL After eating at the El Oro Grill, you will leave with a fully satisfied feel- ing- In a Mexican atmosphere, you can relax with friends and be sure of getting the finest Mexican food. BUD RUSH CLOTHING STORE Managed by Bob Golden, Bud’s car- ries a complete line in men’s sports clothes, suits, and shoes. Opened on the 7th of December, 1947, this fine store is located on Hays Street just around the corner from the Post Of fice. DILL LUMBER COMPANY BANNING AUTO CAMP The Banning Auto Camp has a com- plete unit where groceries and mag- azines can be bought at low prices. A modern service station with friend- ly service and repairs along with motel cabins that are attractive and economical, complete the list of serv- ices the Banning Auto Camp can give you. Ranchers and contractors know where to go for best quality lumber of all kinds. According to Glen Shockley, the manager, the Dill Lumber Company has lumber in stock “that can be drilled, sawed, or nailed, just like plastic.” THE BIG RICHFIELD We have added a Brake Shop, completely equipped for drum turning and pre- cesion brake lining installation. Come in and meet Ben Rush, the “Brake Doctor” BANNING RECORD The Banning Record, Banning’s pioneer new spaper, will be 40 years old next year. Through the years, it has made a policy of printing all the news and giving the best possible service to all customers whether their accounts are large or small. Owned and published by Carl Barkow, the Banning Record has the largest circulation of any newspaper in this area. THE REED BROTHERS SERVICE STATION For more power and greater gas econ- omy the Reed Brothers suggest that you use Chevron gasoline. And whether you want fan belts, tires, or your car polish- cd, you can get the best at the Reed Brothers Chevron Service Station at the corner of Ramsey and Third Street. BUFFET LUNCH At the Buffet Lunch you can expect to have good service as well as good food. So don’t forget! If you want it good, go to the Buffet Lunch. CHECKER DRIVE IN 3anning has its own drive-in cafe, now. Whether it’s curb service or a party at the fountain, the best is served to you at the least cost possible. Quick as a flash you can get the best spaghetti or home cooked meals. If you want your fill, go to Bill and Lill. HENDRICK’S MARKET When you shop at Hendrick’s, you can expect courteous, friendly assistance from everyone and you will always be satisfied with your purchase, for there you obtain some of the best bargains in town. THE BANNING CLOTHING STORE has clothes and shoes for the whole fam- ily that give that well dressed look. Every member of the family will find the style of boys’ and men’s clothes he wants at attractive prices. Cui. ¥ OF BANNING SERVED BY THE ELECTRICAL DEPART MENT — } k SHELL OIL COMPANY Wholesale Plant: 344 East Bryant. A. N. Nelson, Agent Stanfield’s Shell Station and Shell Service wish the Class of 1947 lots of luck. Wayne Stanfield’s Shell Station, Stanfield’s Shell Service 121 E. Ramsey 276 E. Ramsey PAULK MOTOR COMPANY If you own a Ford, it should have a complete tune-up once a year by men who know how. The Paulk Motor Company has mechanics who do specialized work on Fords. Or, if it is a new car you want, “There is a Ford in your future,” so drop in and see Jerry Paulk now and order your new Ford. = wi — ut hey al cee HAL’S Pictured above is the fountain of Hal’s Pharmacy. You can get quick snacks at a low price, so remember: For a quick snack, low price, and convenient location, eat at Hal’s. SoRies! ‘ont donates Soa them show you. ANNE’S SMART SHOP Known for her wide variety of styles, Anne’s Smart Shop has many satisfied customers. Such items of apparel as suits, dresses, coats, house coats, bathing suits, and underclothing are to be found here at moderate prices. BANNING LAUNDRY AND DRY CLEANING COMPANY The smiling faces of these girls show the gracious service given by the Banning Laundry. Here one may receive quick response to any and all calls. Just let MODERN BEAUTY SALON At the Modern Beauty Salon, if your preference is formal, smart and prac- tical, or soft and casual, Mary Mc- Cary, owner, has a competent artistic staff to give this diversified service. Don ™. Coy eee Co2ut Sila aa FORBES MOTOR CO, SS —— NEE etal OT. BANNING CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Chamber of Commerce, made up of business men and women of Banning, makes the good points and attractiveness of our town known to people elsewhere in the United States. The men and women of the Chamber are the leaders of our city and promote the various projects which make Banning a better place in which to live. ee ee SAFEWAY —known for its economical and gracious service, is a popular chain store in Banning. You will find them all eager to help you in any way. HENRY WM. OBST — CHEVROLET DEALER 260 West Ramsey Beautiful, isn’t it! This new 1947 CHEVROLET CABRIOLET belongs to j Ronald Obst, a popular junior at Banning High. LIFE SAVER .and ALTO VISTA Owned and operated by J. R. Quezada Macias, better known as Joe the Lifes Saver, the Alto Vista Hotel and Life Saver Cafe are noted for the special Mexican and American dishes. His slogan is, “We cater to all branches of the Armed Forces and the Best Civilians in town.” For excellent food and enjoyable entertainment, be sure to patronize these two places—The Alto Vista Hotel and Cafe and the Life Saver Cafe. ALTA VISTA ; | DEPARTMENT STORE | DUNCAN’S GARAGE DEAN’S DEPARTMENT STORE If it is good service you want along Banning’s home of National Brands with friendly service, such as front- of Clothing and Shoes for the entire end and frame alignment, then it is family. Now the residents of this Duncan’s Garage for you. Burl Dun- area can truly “shop at home,” get- can has been in business here in Ban- ting National Brand Merchandise at ning for many years and has built up National Prices. Dean’s Department a very efficient business. Store, Phone 3402, Banning, Calif. a2. —— THE DESERT DATE GARDEN SHOP The attractive Date Garden is one of the recent Banning stores. Its windows alone are enough to intrigue the passer-by. Inside, one may find lovely things for a gift to some near one. DATES EVERYWHERE « - Z : 5 die OPS eee CITIZENS NATIONAL TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK OF RIVERSIDE — BANNING BRANCH All people know that it is a good idea to put their savings in a sound bank. The Banning Branch, Citizens National Trust and Savings Bank of Riverside, is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, a U. S. Government managed corporation that insures your Savings in full, up to $5000.00. Ten of the nineteen officers and employees of the Banning Branch are graduates of Banning Union High School. em Be naardend AlipoRasa HARRISON’S SPORTING GOODS STORE Other towns are interested in Ban- ning, too. This advertisement comes from Harrison’s Sporting Goods Store at 443 Fourth Street in San Bernar- dino. One of the best sporting goods stores in our neighboring city, it has all kinds of equipment for the hunter, angler, and athlete. or | Hts STROUT REALTY tu LOTS ACE sere went Pian Scere STROUT REALTY GET BARGAIN LISTS STROUT REALTY ACKLEY’S BAKERY 4 Clearing house for buyers and sellers If you desire good bakery goods, you —Banning branch of Stout Realty, can get them at Ackley’s, known for their quick, dependable service. All the employees are friendly and cour- the largest Real Estate Brokers in the | world. From coast to coast. Associate: fo) Francis R. Zavadel, 977 W. Ramsey, Phone 2483. PEACH TREE MOTEL teous. SYLVAN CAFE One of the newest and most modern Remembering the motto: “Good eats motels in Banning, the Peach Tree at the right prices,” the students of Motel has units for rent by the day B.U.H.S. often go to the Sylvan Cafe or week. Located at 860 W. Ramsey, for dinner or a group party. They th's motel is now ready to serve the know this clean cafe is open for their public. pleasure. EUCALYPTUS AUTO CAMP The Eucalyptus Auto Camp is locat- MOTORHAVEN ed on the Ocean-to-Ocean Highway If you want a clean cabin, low rates, in the Eucalyptus Grove. It has many with swimming pool and tennis court fine cabins and shady trailer space at your best bet is the Motorhaven moderate prices. Court. SYLVAN } iy. rune cORKER BANNING THEATRE At the Banning Theatre comfortable seats can be purchased for very rea- sonable prices so that you can enjoy the latest outstanding films and fea- tures. Mr. Hawley has done a won- derful job in managing the theatre, since it is one of the nicest that can be found in this section of the country. RIVERSIDE COUNTY ESCROW COMPANY W. F. ROBERGE ASSOCIATES REALTORS Fast - Courteous - Efficient. Escrow and Insured Title Service. Riverside County Escrow Company, 47 North San Gorgonio, Phone 4843. Complete Insurance Service. 111 N. San Gorgonio, Banning, California. ie E RAINBOW MOTEL This cheerful motel offers you good SAN GORGONIO INN MOTEL Few motels offer both a place to rest : : service and clean, comfortable quar- , for the night and a place in which to : ters. If you stop here during sum- eat. Also a large open fireplace in mer, you will find a swimming pool the lounge brings cheerfulness to the and nice green lawn on which you § traveler on cool evenings. will be able to relax. OSBORN JEWELRY COMPANY Congratulations to the Senior Class. We have been pleased to furnish your class rings and grad- uation announcements over the past years. Osborn Jewelry Company, opposite Banning Theatre. JAMES BAKERY —on Ramsey Street, across from the theatre, proves to be a very popular place at lunch hours when high school students flock down to partake of their delicious dessert. James Bakery, operated by Mr. and Mrs. James, has done business in Banning for 29 years. Residents are well acquainted with their daughter, Gloria James, as she was chosen “Miss Banning” in 1947. To finish off that meal, enjoy one of the various pastries from this reliable store. WE PRINT THE “HOOF PRINTS” BANNING LIVE WIRE FOUNTAIN GRILL The Fountain Grill claims a “tops” place among Banning Snack Shops. Gray’s ice cream, amid the smell of delicious hamburgers, is not an aroma to be forgotten. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We, the Senior Class of 1947, wish to express our unlimited gratitude to those persons whose time and effort were the makings of this year book. Sincerely, GEASS ZOE 47. Kr = 2 pr reer ee eee eet enaencin srgeebnersemmanr steering etter incentenieteethte Seyi bot tbt gery attach entender ety Rt eine chatevelhy Be egeifadipeesas RES