Belle Plaine High School - Tigerian Yearbook (Belle Plaine, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1968 volume:

1968 Tigerian Belle Plaine High School Belle Plaine, Minnesota Volume XVI Introduction 2 i uo;pnpoj|U| Introduction 4 Introduction School Life AFS Student 8 Belle Plaine High School welcomes first AFS Student, Nel- son Paz, as friend and classmate of 1968. AFS Student Nelson Paz-Flores Comes As First AFS Student The year 1967 brought to Belle Plaine the first foreign exchange student. Belle Plaine was anxious and proud to accept this student as part of its regular school and civic responsibilities. Kind smiles and friendly hellos greeted Nelson Paz, as he was introduced to his new and different way of life in the Belle Plaine Community. Nelson had to change from city life to country life as he stayed at the Isadore Plonske home. His home in British Honduras was in the capital city of Tegucigalpa. He has four brothers and three sisters waiting for him back home. Soccer was his favorite sport back home but as Belle Plaine didn't offer it, he became interested in others. Basketball and track kept him busy when he wasn't working on his school problems or working on the Plonske's farm. Nelson was always ready for action and tried to get into as much excitement as he possibly could. You could see him at every school activity either goofing around with the boys or flirting with the girls, a practice common everywhere. We are sure Nelson enjoyed his stay in Belle Plaine as we enjoyed having him. We hope he will never forget us in Belle Plaine. But as everyone knows, there's no place like home. Eileen end escort Nelson, toast Queen Cheryl at the recep- ♦ion following the Homecoming ceremonies. Princess Eileen Hanlon was thrilled and honored that Nelson Par was to be her escort for the coronation. 9 Everyday School Life Roger Bromaghim gives his two slaves Eileen Hanlon and Mary Moody their duties on Slave Day. Members of the Belle Plaine Band played Christmas Carols before School and during the noonhour. 10 Everyday School Life Chuck Rodman shows off his different but way out plaid pants as he poses for the picture. Cheerleaders take time out at a home football game to gather around their Tiger Mascot. Alumnus Bill Mattfeld, now of West Point, reminisces with Mr. Heitkamp during Christmas Vacation. II Homecoming Homecoming Royalty, LEFT TO RIGHT: R. Buesgens. G. Bigaouette, N. Fogarty, W. M. Meyer. P. Johnson, J. Roufs, Queen C. Mueller, L. Zellman. D. Fogarty, N. Paz. E. Hanlon, P. Anderson, S. Carlson, K. Fahey. Homecoming Filled the Air With Excitement The 1967 Homecoming festivities started off with the traditional bonfire, which was held on Thursday evening, September 21, 1967. The cheers, pep talks, and snake dance, as well as the bonfire itself, offered enjoyment and excitement for many BPHS students, alumni, and other BP fans. Homecoming day was filled with excitement and suspense as the student body, faculty, and others watched the five awaiting candidates being es- corted down the royal carpet to the magical en- chantment of the decorated stage. Finally the moment arrived, as Mary Fogarty, our retiring 1966 Homecoming queen, passed the crown over each candidates' head and then crowned radiant Cheryl Mueller as our 1967 Belle Plaine High School Homecoming Queen. The Tigers played their Homecoming game with vim, vigor and vitality. The Tigers became over- powered by their opponent, LeCenter Wild Cats, but kept fighting through the whole game. Though the Tigers fought quite well, they ended up in a defeat with a score of 52 to 20. The loss of the game was soon forgotten when couples walked in to the beautifully decorated gym. Live music was provided by the What Four as dancers lost themselves in the world of the modern beat and psychedelic action. 12 The moment of reality brought forth expressions of happiness as Cheryl was crowned Homecoming Queen. Homecoming School Dances Linda Rud, Carol Herrmann. Laurie Gregory purchase their tickets for an after a game socle-hop. Nancy Renneke and Jim Fogarty spin out at the 1967 Homecoming coronation dance. The Vast Difference, Belle Plaine’s own local pop band, t tunes up before the FFA Sweetheart Coronation Dance. School Dances The Blue Chip from Le Sueur provide the musical enter- tainment at the Student Council dance. Live Bands Provide Psychedelic Background The year 1968, brought to Belle Plaine High School many swinging and psychedelic dances. Again this year, live bands were featured. The Sadie Hawkins Dance on April 26, was sponsored by the G.A.A. You could hear the best of beats from the Situations of New Prague, while Debbie Fogarty and John Balk became the new Hawkins Queen and that Sadies Fool. The F.F.A. featured the Vast Difference of Belle Plaine at the annual Sweetheart Dance on January 26. Eileen Hanlon became the reigning Sweetheart Queen of 1968. Many Sock-Hops were given by different school organizations after football and basketball games. These dances were always well attended and every- one seemed to enjoy themselves as they would freak-out on the dance floor. Many memories are made at these school dances and they bring laughter and amusement into every- one's lives. As long as there is school, there will be School Dances to attend. Debate Deciam Belle Plaine Orators Competed Vigorously The Debate teams and Declam participants were very active this year. The Debate got off to a roaring start with twelve members. The teams con- sisted of: Bill Miller, Craig Tordsen, Rob Huber, Scott Melchior, Dave McConnell, Roger Bromaghim, Debbie Hennen, Colleen Kucera, Judy Scully, Barb Novak, Kathy Hayes, and Debbie Fogarty. Those teams progressed through the year and built up their courage as well as their experience. Belle Plaine High School was proud to have these stu- dents represent us at all the Debate Tournaments. The Declam Students also had a successful year with fifteen members, they were: Bill Miller, Judy Scully, Nelson Paz, Craig Tordsen, Roger Bromag- him, Coleen Mills, Ramona Beider, Barb Novak, Kathy Hayes, Scott Melchior, Rose Ediger, Nancy Strinqer, Slice Stiles, Nancy Soller, Colleen Kucera. They competed in the district contest which was held at St. Peter on March 16. On April 4, Belle Plaine High School's Jr. High Declam members competed in the Jr. High Contest at Waconis. Scott Melchior, Colleen Kucera, Ra- mona Beider, Nancy Soller and Coleen Mills, all re- ceived first and second place ratings, this ex- emplifies the hard work and effort that these students put into their talents. Debate Team, FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: K. Hayes. B. Novak, J. Scully. D. Hennen, C. Kucera. BACK ROW, J. Scully, R. Bromaghim, N. Paz, C. Tordsen, and B. Millei were the five lucky district Declam winners. LEFT TO RIGHT: B. Miller. R. Bromaghim. D. Fogarty, C. Tordsen, R. Huber, S. Melchior. 16 One-Act Play first time since tryouts, by Mrs. Hesbroolt, the One-Act Play director. Annie Fogarty, Kathy Hayes, and Barb Novalc check out the One-Act Play Cast minutes after being posted for the Bill Miller holds tight to the old chair as Craig Tordsen tries hard to get Bill out of the way. Melodrama Picked for One-Act Play Cast An old-fashioned melodrama was chosen for the One-Act Play Cast. This melodrama. ' Parted On Her Wedding Morn or More to be Pitied Than Scorned , was complete with the hero, Excelsior Colfax, portrayed by Craig Tordsen. The innocent heroine, Faith Trueheart, played by Kathy Brown and that despicable villain, Desmond Dalton, which Bill Miller sinisterly portrays. The other characters in the play included Alice Stiles as Opal Bucking- ham, Priscilla Stiles as Bowery Liz, and Colleen Kucera as warm-hearted Mother Mahoney. This play takes place in an old boarding house in Brooklyn. The play begins with Desmond Dalton trying to entrance poor Faith Trueheart into marriage. At the end of the play Desmond over- powers her with some evil smelling odor and just as things looked hopeless for her the hero, Excelsior Colfax, rushes in to come to the rescue of the help- less, pure Faith Trueheart. Under the direction of Mrs. Margaret Hasbrook and student director Debbie Fogarty, the One-Act Play Cast traveled to Jordan to compete in the district drama contest. The play was judged on the presentation and interpretation. The cast acted in a superior and high quality fashion as the audi- ence enjoyed it immensely. 17 Junior Class Play SEATED. LEFT TO RIGHT: L. Zellman. L. Knoben, B. Bau- mann. BACK ROW. STANDING: D. Fogarty, C. Tordsen. J. Stradcutter. L. Wiese. R. Wagener. D. Kahle. J. Otto. K. O'Brien. D. Wagner, C. Redman. Jrs. Captivate Audience With Comedy “Harvey” The Junior Class Play was one of the highlights of the year 1968. In their play, Harvey”, a comedy by Mary Chase, the juniors presented the story of a middle aged man, Elwood P. Dowd, played by Denny Fogarty, who is a best friend of a six foot imaginary rabbit. Elwood's sister, Veta Louise Sim- mons, portrayed by Linda Knoben. tries to put him away in an institution. She succeeded but changed her mind at the end of the play. Other characters in the play were: Mytle Mae Simmons, played by Barb Baumann, Miss Johnson, portrayed by Joyce Otto, Mrs. Chauvenet, played by Kathy O'Brien. Linda Zellmer portrayed Nurse Kelly and Joe Stradcutter played Duane Wilson. Ross Waqener and Lowell Wiese portrayed the part of Dr. Sanderson. Craig Tordsen portrayed the part Dr. Chumley and Mrs. Chumley was played by Debbie Kahle. Judge Omar Gaffney was portrayed by Dave Wagner and Chuck Redman was the Cab driver, E. J. Lafnren. This cast of hard- working Juniors made the play a very successful project that will not be forgotten. Under direction of Miss Mary Vollmar, the long hours of rehearsal were rewarded by the audience’s laughs and applause of approval. Medical assistant Wilson forcefully persuades boisterful El- wood away from embarrassed Veta Louise. 18 Senior Class Play Patti SKaughnessy pretends to be a grown-up lady and fools Diane Baumann and Leon Zellman in the process. Humor Prevails at Comedy, “Act Your Age” Act Your Age , a comedy by William Davidson was presented by the Senior Class on November 3 and 4 under the experienced and helpful direction of Miss Rachel Stradcutter. The Seniors presented the story of two fourteen year old girls, Angy and Gerry, played by Susie Barlage and Patti Shaughnessy, who became en- gaged by correspondence to two sailors, Gadget and Jim, portrayed by Leon Zellman and BUI Miller. To mate matters worse Gerry's aunt, played by Lila Malz, is the daughter of the commander, p'ayed by Jim Fogarty. Diane Boumann and Alice Stiles portrayed two lady wrestlers and Pat Carney played the part of the Western Union messenger, and adds more enjoyment to this fun and frolic play. The Seniors rehearsed many long hours for this play and it was shown by the high quality of acting. The audience showed enthusiasm to this comical play and qave acclaim by their applause of approv- al and commendations. The seniors will agree that this was quite a play and unique and unforgettable experience. Prom Juniors Transform Gym Into “Sea Fantasy” The Junior-Senior Prom was held on May 4 with President Layton Zellman of the Junior Class lead- ing the traditional Grand March. The Juniors worked hard around their theme, Sea Fantasy . Many under water creatures could be seen decorating the gym in different sea flow- ing colors. The sunken ship, King Neptune's throne, and all the other “Sea Fantasy , help make the gym more real and sea like. The modern beat of Michaels Mystics filled the gym with sounds of the mystic sea. Couples could be seen dancing from the beginning to the very end of the Prom Dance. Again this year a buffet table with many differ- ent and delicious sea foods was served during the dance. Sophomore girls and boys dressed as pirates helped the serving of the food and punch. During the dance intermission, Senior Class rep- resentative, Diane Baumann, read the Last will which was written by a committee of seniors. Layton Zellman, Junior Class President, read the Class Prophecy composed by the juniors. The 1968 Prom was a very successful one and the juniors will remember the long hours of fun and hardships they had in making this a Prom to remem- ber. Sea Fantasy will live on in the minds of many as the years go by. Gene Flakus escort Roselle Schulz into the Grand March as Jim Brenke and Joanne McConnell follow. King Neptune, Nick Dvorak, reigns over the 1968 Prom, Sea Fantasy. Pirates Jim Stradcutter and David Ahrens guard the colorfully decorated throne. Couples wind in a spiral of pastel colors as the Grand March progresses its way around the gym. Faculty and Academics Administration LEFT TO RIGHT: School board members of the Belle Plaine Independent School District 716 are Paul Keup, Orison School Board, Faculty Accept Wage Schedule Independent School District No. 716, through a committee of the board, and the teachers, through a teachers council selected by the teacher organiza- tion of the Belle Plaine high school system, had been meeting and conferring in an effort to reach agreement on economic aspects relating to the terms of professional employment. An adjustment panel had been called in to help in settling the dispute. Results of the combined action taken was the establishment of a set base salary of six thousand dollars and a schedule worked out in accordance with years of teaching experience and extra earned credits. The teachers also will be given ten days sick leave per year accumulative to sixty days as part of their many extra fringe benefits. Incumbent school board members that were re- elected to serve for another three year term are Orison Hahn and C. Marvin Siemon. A change this year in the administration provided BPHS with a new superintendent. This new addition to our ever growing school family is Mr. John Barthalow. Mr. Barthalow's administrational duties were overall responsibility for the successful opera- tion of the whole school system. Incorporating in his duties also is the budget and coordinator between the school board and faculty. He has his Bachelor and Master of Arts degrees. Presently Mr. Barthalow is working on his Doctor of Educa- tion from the University of Wyoming. Hahn, Dr. Robert Miller. Dr. Roger Hallgren, C. Marvin Siemon and John Morrison. Superintendent Mr. John Barthalow reads up on the latest education literature to help him in his job. 24 Administration Mr. Delgehausen, high school principal, distributes th9 weekly bulletin to the teacher's information boxes. New Office Personnel Given Appointments One of the changes in administration for this school year at BPHS, was the appointment of Mr. Delgehausen as our new high school principal. Mr. Delgehausen, alias Mr. D , has been previously associated with the Belle Plaine school system. His teaching experience includes twelve years, all spent at BPHS. In the spring of 1967, Mr. Delgehausen had the opportunity to act as the temporary principal due to the illness of Mr. Lindquist. Then he was promoted to principal for the 1967-68 school term. His major duties are concerned with the curriculum development, attendance, discipline of the student body, extra curriculars, and general student welfare. Mr. Delgehausen obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from Gustavus Adolphus College and his Master of Science degree from Mankato State. Also new in the system this year is a fulltime assistant superintendent. Mr. Lindquist, affiliated with BPHS for twenty-five years, filled this position. His primary duties are concerned with the federal programs such as; Elementary and Secondary Edu- cation Act, Title I, Title 2: and the National De- fense Education Act, Title 3. Mr. Lindquist was also in complete charge of the hot lunch program reports. He has a Bachelor and Master of Arts de- grees. Assistant superintendent, Mr. Lindquist, double checks his re- ports on the non-profit making hot lunch program. 25 Vocational Department ABOVE: Jack Schuneman and Bill Huber use electric senders on boards for their industrial arts projects. TOP RIGHT: Larry Malz welds a water trough as Bob McCue observes, ready to give any necessary assistance. LOWER RIGHT: Ramona Buesgens and Barb Weiger drill readily on adding and calculating machines during their office practice class. 26 Vocational Department TOP ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Mrs. Hurley—senior high home economics, advisor to F.H.A. and junior class: Mrs. Wojcialc—junior high home economics, advisor to seventh grade: Mr. Leise—industrial arts, advisor to ninth grade. BOTTOM ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Harms—agriculture, cooperative work-study program coordinator, advisor to F.F.A. and ninth grade: Miss Meyer—business typing, short- hand, office practice, advisor to TIGERIAN and senior class: Mr. Clements—bookkeeping, consumer economics, business mathematics. Vocational Department Susan Stringer stirs ingredients in a skillet while Kathy Buesgens grates orange peels during home economics class. Purchases New Machines This year the vocational department continued the vocational cooperative training program. The seniors who took part were: Anita Hiles, who served as a nurse's aid at the Lutheran Home for the Aged; Jim Albrecht, who worked as a mechanic at Keup's Garage; Kevin Fahey, who worked as a storehand at Steffen's Hardware; Jim Latzke, who operated a machine at Excelsior Plastics; Verena Riesgraf, who was a secretary for Ploetz Insurance Agency: and Gary Bigaouette, who worked at Ker- kow Implement selling parts and repairing machin- ery. Mr. Harms took charge of the program. Office practice courses benefitted from the purchase of a Friden fully automatic calculator which performs all mathematical computations auto- matically. Other new machines are: Burroughs and Clary ten-key adding-listing machines, Burroughs full keyboard adding machine with a wide carriage, Monroe rotary calculator and a Totalia printing calculator. Also purchased were two Heyer Super- scopes for preparing lettering and pictures on stencils for mimeoqraphing and four electric Royal 550 typewriters. The department now has thirteen typewriters, twenty-four manual typewriters and twelve adding and calculating machines. The twelfth grade home economics class con- centrated on the redecorating of the dining room. The students refinished the table, chairs and buffet in antique style, and chose draperies to blend with the decor. 27 Math Science Departments TOP ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: Mrs. McDonald—librarian, ad- visor to magazine drive. Li- brary Club and ninth grade; Mr. Lueplte—Junior high mathematics: Miss Lundquist— algebra, geometry, advanced mathematics, advisor to senior class: Mr. Ott—junior high science, driver's training, ad- visor to ninth grade. BOTTOM ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Heitltamp—biology, chemistry, physics, advisor to Science Club, ninth grade and as- sistant basketball coach: Mr. Miller—biology, senior high physical education and health, advisor to ninth grade and baseball coach: Miss Wil- helmi—physical education and health, advisor to cheerlead- ing, gymnastics. G.A.A. and iunior class: Mr. Henderson— elementary and junior high physical education and health, advisor to eighth grade and football, wrestling and as- sistant track coach. 28 Mr. Hietkamp supervised the chemistry class during one of its laboratory experiments. Dorfhy Skelly springs for a basket as Janet Carlson, Charlene O'Brien, and Nancy Sollor look on. Library, Physical Ed. Department Library Services Expand To Meet Student Needs This year our library went through a complete change. It expanded its facilities to better en- able the students of BPHS to do research in a more complete information center. This expansion was made possible through the addition of Room 133 as part of the new library. The library now has two compartments: one for research area, which contains all periodicals, books, and encyclopedias to satisfy student needs; the other part is for leisure reading, containing all novels and magazines. The science department offered six courses. They were junior high sciences, general science, field biology, structural biology, chemistry, and physics. No matter what your interest in science, there was a science course designed especially for you. This year junior high mathematics, algebra, geometry, intermediate algebra, and advanced mathematics classes benefited from the purchase of an overhead projector. Answers to assignment problems could be viewed through prepared trans- parencies, with no loss of time. The physical education classes were conducted for the seventh through tenth grades. Their ac- tivities included playing football, volleyball, soccer, tumbling, archery, track, softball, and recreational games. They also learned basic polkas, waltzes, and square dancing. Besides molding muscles, health classes were held. Classes toured through the heart mobile on March 13 when the Minnesota Health Association presented the public display. Geometry students, Gail Seaver, Terry Sullivan, and Dwight Gerdes work out solu- tions to Pythagorean problems. 29 Social Music Departments Social Curriculum and Department Transposed The social department is still in the midst of a three-year changeover in their departmental cur- riculum. The freshman studied from the beginning of American history to the Civil War. The sopho- mores continued from the Civil War to the present times. The juniors concentrated on European history in conjunction with world culture. The seniors con- tinued their study of economics and political sci- ence through lecture and research. Mr. Richard and Mr. Barfknecht directed the music department. General junior high music, junior and senior high bands and choruses and music les- sons, both vocal and instrumental, were provided by these two instructors. TOP ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Barfknecht—choral music, advisor to audio-visual department and eighth grade: Mr. Richard—instrumental music, advisor to seventh grade. SECOND ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Perkins—junior high history, advisor to debate, declam Student Council and eighth grade: Mr. Pudlitzke—American history, world history, advisor to junior class and basketball, track and assistant football coach. BOTTOM: Mr. O'Laughlin—American his- tory, senior social, advisor to Student Council and senior class. 30 Deep in concentration Mr. Barfknecht solemnly directs the chorus in song. Social Music Department Mr. Pudlitike lectures to his eleventh grade world history class on Chinese contributions to society. Instructor Mr. Perkins and Jack Schuneman view a filmstrip pertaining to the American history class. LEFT TO RIGHT: Dave French. Jim McCormick. Leon Thoma- son and Marlene Randall par- ticipate in a panel discussion during world history class. 31 Language Department First Complete Special Education Department This is the first year BPHS has had a full time special education program. The idea behind it was to help students who have trouble with academic subjects, adjust to the society around them. This class attempted to give the student individualized help so that they would know what their limita- tions were. They were given the chance to excel and successfully complete tasks. In this way they gained self-confidence through their successful accomplish- ments, and also learned responsibility. The courses offered them were English, arithmetic and practical skills, such as waxing windows, pricing goods, sewing and hairstyling. These students can go to a Vocational Rehabili- tation Center for further job training, thus becom- ing contributive members of society. The English department has purchased new in- structional aids such as films, filmstrips and records. These aids function to help students better com- prehend the assigned material. The French II class took an educational tour to Harding High School to attend the Foreign Language Festival. To the theme, Meet Your World , these students, conversing in French, had the opportunity to meet with business personnel and foreign language promoters. Creative writing students, left to right, Patrick Miller, Paul Johnson, Judy Morrison, Patricia Carrey. Judy Scully and Miss Stradcutter instructs Barb Novak. Gordy Horrnann and Linda Schmidt about the construction of Shakespearian theatres. 32 Counselor, Special Ed. Department TOP ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Miss Vollmar—junior high English, advisor to junior class play and eighth grade: Mrs. Albrecht—senior high English, creative writing, advisor to F.T.A.. Quill and Scroll and junior class- Miss Strad- cutter—senior high English, advisor to TIGER TOPICS, senior class play and terth grade. BOTTOM ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Geyen—junior high English, French, advisor to National Honor Society, eight grade and wrestling coach; Mrs. Hasbroolt—special education, advisor to one act play and seventh grade: Mr. Hennen—junior high arts and crafts. Priscilla Stiles join in discussion of their themes on juvenile delinquency and adolescent violence. Mr. Cote momentarily breaks from his busy sched- ule of psychology classes and counselor. He also is assistant coach to the baseball team. Special education instructor, Mrs. Hasbroolc. gives Shirley Schultz suggestions as she traces letters for the display board. 33 Secretaries High School Services Gain New Personnel This is the first year BPHS has had three full time secretaries working in the general office. Mrs. Leona Huber does the extra work on Federal projects. She also shares other numerous secretarial duties with Miss Gerry Schmidt and Mrs. Ester Tikalsky, who work in conjunction with each other. Efficiently operating two school buildings is an important responsibility. The elementary building custodians were Darin Hauer and Dave Soller. They also incorporated working with the hiqh school custodians who were August Tolzman, Will- mer Karnitz, and Edward Moody. New also for the first time this year was a student-worker- janitor, Gary Nyblom. These people devote much time, patience, and hard work to keep both build- ings clean and orderly. Balancing a food budget and preparing over six hundred meals daily was the assignment of Mrs. William Schuneman and her assistant cooks, Mrs. Lawerence Ernst, Mrs. Willmer Karnitz, and Mrs. Walter Stier. Mrs. Schuneman also works closely with assistant superintendent, Mr. Lindquist, who prepares the hot lunch program reports and forms, a tedious job that they efficiently achieve. Mr . Ester Tikalsky, secretary in the general office, prepares a package for the morning mail. Mrs. Leona Huber and Miss Gerry Schmidt pause for a brief break during the mid- morning work time. 34 Cooks, Janitors Cooks for the 1967 68 school term were (left to right), heed cook Mrs. William Schuneman, assistant cooks, Mrs. Lawerence Ernst, Mrs. Willmer Karnitz. and Mrs. Walter Stier. Elementary building custodians, (left to right). Darin Hauer Hi9h scK°o1 custodians, (left to right). August Tolzman and Dave Soller put away a lunch table after the noonhour. « d Willmer Karnitz prepare to clean the floors. 35 Organizations and Activities Annual Staff FRONT ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: S. Brenle, L. Mah. P. Huber. MIDDLE ROW: J. Scully, A. Hiles, L. Knoben, K. Eight Delegates Sent Brown, S. Witt, D. Mills. BACK ROW: T. Anderson, C. Busch, M. Lynch. R. Hally, C. Hahn, S. Crosby. to Chicago Convention An annual is a memory book, incorporating with- in its pages an image of all we have enjoyed during this year of high school. This annual, however, is not only a book of memories. It is also a project for students, an opportunity to express ourselves together. In future years it will serve as a book of refer- ence to which we can go to find the answers to many of our questions. Each year we try to better the record of the previous year, to reach for the highest possible goals, to improve our production. In this 1967-68 school year we found attend- ance at the National Scholastic Press Association in Chicago during the weekend of November 23- 24 to be especially helpful to us. Eight delegates from the annual staff returned with much valuable information. The delegates that attended were: Kathy Wolpem, Sharon Witt, Alice Stiles, Shirley, Brenke, Kathy O'Brien, Mary Lynch, Deb Mills, and Kathy Brown. Steve Crosby rep- resented both the annual staff and the paper staff at the convention. This year our annual was published by the Taylor Publishing Company of Dallas, Texas. This change- over of comoanies proved to be a challenge to the entire staff. Signing dozens of annuals at the Annual Dance adds to the many happy memories of the past school year. 38 Annual Staff The annual Dance, held on October 6. was one of the many waited for activities of the school year. Ruth Schommer. Leon Zellman, and Susie Barlage pay Kathy O'Brien for admittance to the big dance. Students are not the only ones who take part in the fun on active part. Mr. O'Laughlin signs a TIGERIAN as its and excitement of the Annual Dance, teachers also take owner. Kathy Brown, looks on in anxiety. 39 Student Council FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: L. Zellmann. L Maiz. J. Flynn, D. Mills. R. Ediger, J. McConnell. G. Barflmecht. P. Edberg. SECOND ROW: P. Weldon. L. Zellmann. E. Hanlon. D. Kruschlce. N. Stringer. J. Scully. B. Miller. D. Baumann. J. Young. BACK ROW: R. Hillstrom, N. Pai, J. Plonslce, P. Anderson. J. Fogarty, R. Bigaouette. A. Bromaghim. J. Stradcutter. B. Flynn. A Dream Came True for the Student Council This year the Student Council breathed a sigh of relief and happiness. Nelson Paz Flores came to Belle Plaine as our first foreign exchange stu- dent. Nelson came to our small town from one of the largest cities in Honduras, Tegucigalpa, which is also the capital. Nelson plans to go to medical school in Honduras upon his return home to his family and friends. Nelson was very active in Belle Plaine High School. His classes were as follows: Physics, math, junior and senior english, sepior social, and speech. He also participated in extracurricular activities including basketball, being one of the district de- clam winners, and he was an honorary member of the Student Council. Nelson stayed at the Isadore Plonske farm where he was cordially treated like one of the family. Nelson toured the United States with many more of the foreign exchange students that spent the year in the United States. They started touring June 26, 1968. With many memories of his stay in Belle Plaine and the United States, Nelson left with sadness and joy. He hopes to return someday in the future. 40 Judy Scully and Joanne McConnell sell Mr. Barflcnecht a community calendar which goes to support the A.F.S. Fund. Student Council Chorus members perform at the Student Council sponsored Christmas program. Active Student Council President, Paul Anderson, escorts Homecoming Queen Candidate Sharon Carlson. Student Council ‘Moves’ Throughout School Year Activity was the password for the 1967-68 Stu- dent Council. President Paul Anderson, Vice-Pres- ident elect Joe Stradcutter, secretary Joanne Mc- Connell, and treasurer Rose Ediger were the execu- tive officers during the year. The group sent Paul Anderson and Joe Strad- cutter to represent them at the State Student Council Convention held at Duluth, Minnesota. To raise money for the AFS Fund, the council again sold birthday calendars to boost it to high standards. They sponsored dances during the year as other means of raising revenue. This year the Student Council again hosted the annual Christmas Program. The high school Chorus sang songs such as Christmas Alleluia, Dream On, O Bethlehem, and various traditional Christmas melodies and carols familiar to all. As in previous years, the Student Council spon- sored Christmas gifts to be given to the retarded children in Faribault, Minnesota. As each school year approaches, some members of the Council write and revise the student hand- boot. Plans are now being made to revise the current dress codes. Representatives to the council from other or- ganizations helped sponsor the program on Awards day. They introduced the advisors of their respec- tive departmental heads. 41 National Honor Society FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: L Schmidt. J. Otto. B. Baumann. J. Scully. J. McConnell. SECOND ROW: J. Plonske. B. Miller. D. Baumann, E. Hanlon. S. Carlson, A. Joe Stradcutter reads the Lord's Prayer over a hushed audi- ence. This is a traditional part of the program. National Honor Society Inducts Nine Members On Wednesday, December 13, 1967, nine new members were inducted into the National Honor Society. These members were selected by the fac- ulty on the basis of character, scholarship, service, and leadership shown by the student. Bill Miller, president of the chapter, was the master of cere- monies for the induction exercise. Mr. Geyen, the advisor for NHS, was the main speaker. Deb Fogarty, Eileen Hanlon, Sharon Carlson and Joanne McConnell gave short speeches on the four quali- ties. Joe Stradcutter recited the Lord's Prayer. An added surprise for the program was the appearance of guest speaker, Judy Scully. She stressed the im- portance of appreciating what we have. Bromaghim, C. Nuoller, J. Young. D. Fogarty. BACK ROW: L. Erickson, N. Stringer. Mr. Geyen, C. Torsden, S. Crosby, J. Stradcutter. Surprize speaker, Judy Scully, enhances the audience with her moving speech at the induction ceremonies. 42 Future Teachers of America FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: J. Wolpern, K. O'Brien, L. Malz, L Schmidt, S. Meger. C. Mills, D. Mills, R. Ediger, S. Barlage, J. Otto. C. Hahn, L. Wolpen. SECOND ROW: L Fogarty, P. Stiles. D. Savage, B. Jones. E. Hanlon, M. Carney. S. Carlson, P. Carney. P. Miller. R. Schommer, D. Baumann. BACK ROW: J. Scully. N. Fogarty, R. Carlson, J. Hoelz. R. Simcox. C. Stier, G. Nyblom, M. Cauley. K. Ott. D. Busse, B. Baumann, G. Ahrens. NOT PICTURED: N. Stringer. F.T.A. Exchanges Members With Hawley Chapter Mr. Bertholow enlightens the F.T.A. members on administra five work in a school, at one of the program meetings. This is the first year that the Belle Plaine FTA participated in the student exchange program. Belle Plaine exchanged five students—Pat Carney, Eileen Hanlon. Glenn Ahrens, Lynda Fogarty, and Priscilla Stiles—with five students from Hawley, Minnesota. The Hawley girls stayed at homes of FTA members alternating houses during the three-day stay. Mrs. Albrecht, the FTA advisor drove to Sauk Center and met the Hawley chapter advisor, at which time the students exchanged positions. They arrived Wednesday evening, attending school Thurs- day and Friday. The students had the opportunity to observe many different things. On Thursday night, the Belle Plaine FTA spon- sored a dinner meeting at which time the Hawley students could express their opinions, ask any gues- tions, and compare the schools. On Saturday morning, Mrs. Albrecht brought the Hawley students back to their advisor at Sauk Center, picking up the Belle Plaine students in return. At the next FTA meeting, a complete dis- cussion of the affair was held. The executive offices were held by: Lynda Fogarty—president. Pat Carney—vice-president, Noreen Fogarty—secretary, and Deb Mills—treas- urer. 43 Quill and Scroll FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: L. Mali. D. Baumann, P. Carney. S. Carlson, B. Miller, E. Hanlon, R. Willson, A. Devil’s Jump-off Ends Year of Fun-filled Work The idea for establishing an honorary society for high school journalists is to reward those who ac- complish outstanding work in some field of jour- nalism or allied field. In 1959, the first meeting was assembled at BPHS. Since then, the clangor of dishes symbolizes the bi-monthly meetings of its members. These meetings are held at the home of Mrs. Albrecht, who serves as hostess. Both hard work and enjoyment are combined in the meetings. In past years the Quill and Scroll has com- piled records of past graduation classes. This year the same was done for the 1968 graduating class of Belle Plaine High School. They also updated the years of 1943, 1948, and 1958. Initiation of new members took place on October 30, at the home of Mrs. Albrecht. New members consisted of Rich Willson, Joe Stradcutter, Dave Wagner, Judy Scully, Tom Anderson, Debbie Fogarty. Pat Carney, Steve Crosby, and Nancy Stringer. Craig Tordsen was nominated for ap- pointment later in the year. At the end of the year, the group got to- gether to celebrate the year's hard work and enjoyment. This was done at Devil's Jump-off located west of Henderson, where they had a picnic and a lot of memorable fun. Stiles. BACK ROW: N. Stringer. J. Stradcutter, D. Wagner, T. Anderson, S. Crosby, D. Fogarty, J. Scully. A meal served by members of Quill and Scroll adds to the excitement of the investiture of new members. 44 Paper Staff FRONT ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: S. Barlage. R. Ediger. P. Stiles, R. Willson, E. Hanlon. P. Miller, P. Carney. D. Baumann. SECOND ROW: B. Weiger, S. Carlson. D. Fogarty, J. Hoolz. S. Crosby. J. Stradcutter. K. Hayes, N. Stringer, A helpful hint from page editor, Bill Miller, spurs Denny Fogarty on to meet the approaching deadline. B. Miller. BACK ROW: D. Hanlon, C. Tordsen, D. Fogarty, D. Wagner. R. Bromaghim, T. Anderson, P. Anderson. R. Carlson. ‘Tiger Topics’ Keeps Students in-the-Know The students of Belle Plaine High are kept well informed of the latest happenings with the monthly publication of the TIGER TOPICS. Many hours of hard work and tedious planning are put into the paper to make it interesting to the students, which it proves to be. There are dead- lines to meet and pictures to be taken. It contains articles that appeal to everyone,, not just a few with specific interests. The first page includes articles pertaining to the current events of BPHS. It relates items that happened, are happening, and will be happening; trying to cover all the major events. The second page consists mainly of editorials by the teachers and students. The remainder of the page is devoted to stories, jokes, poems, and cartoons. All students are urged to contribute to this page in some way. The third page is the feature page on which is reported the senior of the month and various other feature articles on school happenings. The fourth and final page is dedicated to sports. This reports the highlights of the games and boys who participate in them. So, you see, putting a paper like this together is not all fun and play. It takes the hard work and ambition that its members have. 45 Chorus Taping the many Christmas selections by a representative to hear the results of its many hours of hard work and of KTOE radio, in Mankato, made it possible for the chorus pracfic, that was diligently put forth. Chorus Produces First Cantata for Concert Another successful year was acquired by the Belle Plaine High School Senior Choir. They performed a Christmas Choral Concert, held annually, on December 8. A few of the selec- tions sung were: Today There is Ringing, The 23rd Psalm, and Christmas Prayer. On December 15. the entire choir also put on a small performance for the older folks at the Lutheran Home for the Aged. On Tuesday. December 19, the choir went to the elementary school building and sang for the younger students. They went from room to room and the halls were soon filled with song. Soon after Christmas, the choir started work on their selections for the Spring Concert and the District Contest. 'Christus by Felix Mendelssohn, which is an Easter Cantata, was sung for the Spring Concert. This choice of music was very new and challenging to the choir. Another number on which the choir worked very hard was, Sanctus, which is a melody of beautiful harmony by Palestrina. The six soloists and their selections were: Lowell Weise, singing 'A Friend of Mine,' Kathy Brown—'Velvet Shoes,' Rosella Schilz—'The Little Sandman,' Bill Miller—'Where'er You Walk.’ Jerry Terrio—'He's Got the Whole World,' Debbie Fogarty—'O Rest in the Lord,' and Priscilla Stiles— 'Bless This Hoire.' The accompanists for these soloists were Eileen Hanlon. Joanne McConnell, and Joyce Otto. The chorus received three stars at the District and therefore earned the right to advance to the State Chorus Contest on April 27 held at Highland Park. Also earning the right to return to the State Contest were Kathy Brown and Debbie Fogarty. FRONT ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: L. Mali, J. OMo. D. Freter. SECOND ROW: J. Young. P. Stiles, D. Bowler. THIRD ROW: G. Horrman. C. Ruscn, D. Fogarty. BACK ROW; J. Strad- cutter, J. Terrio. R. Anderson. D. Gerdes. 46 Chorus Many hours of hard, determined work were spent during chorus class to prepare for the State Chorus Contest. Varied expressions on the faces of some of the chorus mem- bers illustrate their determination. FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT D. Mills. J. McConnell. R. Hally. A. Stiles. D. Wolpern, D. Fahey. P. Huber, M. Lynch. S. Barlage. SECOND ROW, N. Reneke, L. Kahle, M. Johnson, K. Brown, D. Kruschke, N. Stringer, V. Reisgraf. S. Carlson, E. Hanlon, M. Kruschke. THIRD ROW, D. Kahle, J. Kahle, P. Anderson, L. Knoben, G. Seaver, J. Hoelz, B. Denzer, B. Miller, J. Plonske. BACK ROW, C. Redman, L. Weise. D. Waqner. T. Anderson, R. Wagener. T. Kornder, C. Sass, D. Zurn. A. Bromaghim. Band Craig Tordsen Received “A” Rating at State Contest; Also First BPHS Student Selected to All-State Band During the 1967-68 school year the BPHS Senior Band proved to be very active. Football games had a little bit of spice added to them. During half time at all home games, the band was on the field to entertain. Early in the school year the '2nd Annual Pop Concert was given. An interesting addition to this annual fevent was the new Tijuana Tin. This group was made up of Craig Tordsen and Bill Miller on trumpet, Paul Anderson played guitar, and Joanne McConnell on piano. On April 2nd. Belle Plaine High School hosted the District Instrumental Contest for the north half of District 13. The BPHS band played Inde- pendentia. a march by R. B. Hall, as the warm- up number. Halls of Holmberg, an overture composed by Don Verne Joseph, was chosen as the required selection. Seven solos were presented by the band mem- bers for district competition. Barbara Baumenn presented an oboe solo, Sharon Carlson played a trombone solo, and Debra Fogarty played a bass clarinet solo. A French horn solo was presented by Jeanne McConnell, an Ej, clarinet solo was given by Judy Scully, and Bill Miller and Craig Tordsen played trumpet solos. A Brass Sextet com- posed of Craig Tordsen, Bill Miller. Joanne Mc- Connell. Sharon Carlson, Diane Baumann, and Lynn Zellman also performed. , Receiving star ratings and advancing to the State Contest on May 4 were: Craig Tordsen, Sharon Carlson, and the Brass Sextet. Craig, accompanied by Joanne McConnell played a trumpet solo, Bride of the Waves, Sharon, accompanied by Eileen Hanlon on the piano, played a trombone solo, Concertino Petite. The Brass Sextet played Triumphal March. Receiving an A star rating at the State Music Contest, held in Highland Park, was Craig Tordsen. He also succeeded in being selected to the 1968 All-State Band. To do so, Craig was required to perform a large series of chromatic scales and play his solo. Members selected to the All-State Band met at Bemidji State College on July 24 through the 28. On April 18, the band presented annual spring concert. FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: J. Hoelr. M Moody, B. Malz. SECOND ROW: G. Bratsch, R. Wageren E Hanlon; N. stringer. J. McConnell, D. Busse. K. PW. THIRD ROW. R Tesch, S. Weldon, B. Jones, M. Murphy. R. Ediger, D. Hanlon. D. Baumann. D. D. Fogarty, G. Bipes, S. Wagner, M. Kruschke. Hennen. BACK ROW: A. Fogarty. Benike, D. Skelly, L. Zellman, D. 48 Band Majorettes, Ann Bromaghim and Jacltie Hoelz, lead the bard into this T formation during half time festivities. Craig Tordsen and Joanne McConnell get in a last minute practice session before leaving for the state band contest. FRONT ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: L. Rud. S. Meger. J. Scully, B. Baumann. SECOND ROW: N. Soller. M. Murphy, L. Schmidt, L. Weise. B. Miller, C. Tordsen. THIRD ROW: L. Zellmer, J. Otto. B. Buesgens, E. Randall, L. Liebhard, J. Busse. K. Meger, L Bratsch, C. Kucera. J. Schuneman. BACK ROW: S. Anderson. K. O'Brien, D. Fogarty. D. Mc- Connell. R. Jorgenson. D. Edberg, T. Schuneman. A. Fogarty. Science Club Safety Council SCIENCE CLUB MEMBERS FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: J. Otto, B. Huber, B. Miller. E. Hanlon, J. Stracutter, P. Miller, P. Stiles. SECOND ROW: L Zellman, J. Stradcutter. SAFETY COUNCIL MEMBERS FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: P. Carney, E. Hanlon, K. O’Brien, B. Denzer, C. S. Crosby. C. Tordsen, D. Ahrens. N. Paz, G. Ahrens. BACK ROW: D. Gerdes. C. Redmen, D. Zurn. Herrmann, S. Carlson. BACK ROW: P. Johnson, L. Malz, D. Wagner. D. Riesgraf. J. Stradcutter. 50 Future Homemakers of America FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: D. Savage. M. Meger, A. Stiles. C. Borgardt. D. Bowler. J. Scully, P. Stiles. L. Gregory, R. Johnson. BACK ROW: M. Schuldt, D. Kruschke, R. F.H.A. advisor Mrs. Hurley. Sheila Meger, and Mary Schuldt make purses as an F.H.A. project. Simcox. K. O'Brien. S. Witt, A. Bromaghim. M. Cauley, B. Denzer, J. Hoelz. F.H.A. Sponsors Mother Daughter Banquet FHA was an active organization this year. The highlight of the year's work was the sponsoring of the annual Mother-Daughter banquet on April 15. At the banquet, the highest awards were given to Ann Brorrjaghim and Judy Scully. These awards were presented to them on the annual spring awards day. In the fall, the group sponsored a cookie-candy bake sale. At Christmas time, the members put a collection box in Hahn's Department Store for old nylon stockings. Then they were sent to the retarded children fund at Faribault. As a yearly project, the group undertook the con- structing of purses. Mrs. Wolf demonstrated this technique to the girls at one of their self-prepared potluck suppers. Belle Plaine’s Chapter was honored to have Alice Stiles on a state committee for the State Conven- tion held in St. Paul in the spring of the year. Those who attended the convention were Alice and Mrs. Henrietta Stiles. The executive officers for this year were as fol- lows: Ann Bromaghim—president. Kathy O'Brien— vice-president elect, Sharon Witt—secretary, Ruth Simcox—treasurer, Priscilla Stiles—song-leader, Alice Stiles—reporter and historian, and Judy Scully—Student Council representative. Chapter mothers for the year were Mrs. Henrietta Stiles and Mrs. Roger Bromaghim. 51 Future Farmers of America FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: J. Fogarty. L Wiese. B. McCue. L Malz, G. Bratsch, T. Fahey, M. Carney, G. Dvorak. SECOND ROW: R. Malz. D. Koepp, B. Latzke. D. Sellnow, D. Otto, D. Baumann, J. Chaves, L. Liehbard, N. Dvorak. G. Bigaouette. A. Bessel. THIRD ROW: R. Sellnow, G. Nieson, D. Mellgren. M. Walerius. J. Balk. L. Koniarski, R. Harma, S. Moen, T. Weldon. BACK ROW: J. Ediger, A. Bessel. L. Zellman, T. Kornder, J. Latzke, D. Mellgren, T. Skelly, D. Bartels, L. Chard. B. Weldon. FFA Chapter Receives District, State Awards The F.F.A. had a very active year. They spon- sored a pancake breakfast in the early spring. The F.F.A. Banquet was also held in the spring and at this meeting they awarded some of the mem- bers. The State .Farmer Degree was given to Greg Dvorak. Larry Malz and Jim Fogarty, the Regional Professionary award for Soil and Water was pre- sented to Gerry Bratsch, and for Agriculture Busi- ness it was awarded to Jon Ediger. The District Professionary award for Forestry was given to Dale Mellgren and Farm Mechanics to Larry Malz. Many of the members held District offices. They were as follows: Ted Kordner Sentinel, Greg Dvorak, and Rodney Karnitz was district Vice Pres- ident. The Chapter officers were: Greg Dvorak, re- porter, and State Sentinel for 1968-69. Bob McCue was the Secretary, Mike Carney Sentinel and treas- urer, Gerry Bratsch President, Larry Malz Vice Pres- ident, Lowell Wiese President for 1968-69 and Tim Fahey was elected to the office of treasurer for the coming year. The F.F.A. gave many of their trophies to the school at the annual awards day, which was held in the spring. Steve Heefner add, the finishing touches to the plates at the F.F.A. sponsored pancake breakfast. 52 Future Farmers of America F.F.A. Officers FIRST ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: G. Dvorak, District Reporter: B. McCue, Secretary: M. Carney. Sentinel and treasurer for 1968-69; G. Bratsch, President. BACK Sweetheart Queen Candidates TOP TO BOTTOM. LEFT TO RIGHT: E. Hanlon. S. Carlson. N. Fogarty, N. Stringer, J. Young. ROW: L. Mali, Vice President: J. Fogarty, Student Council: L. Wiese. Reporter and President for 1968-69 and T. Fahey, Treasurer and Sentinel for 1968-69. Eileen Hanlon Reigns as ’68 Sweetheart Queen The annual F.F.A. Sweetheart Dance was held in the spring with five girls competing to be crowned the queen. To compete they had to write a composition on why they wanted to be F.F.A. queen, then the chapter had a meeting to decide which theme was best and pick the girl they thought would best represent the chapter. The candidates were: Eileen Hanlon, Sharon Carlson, Nancy Stringer, Janelle Young, and Noreen Fogarty. Eileen was crowned the queen at the intermission of the dance. She was crowned by the retiring queen Marietta Fogarty, and accepted a F.F.A. jacket and bracelet. Past president Rodney Karnitz returned home from college to present these awards to Eileen. 53 Upside down or rightside up? Jackie Hoelz backflips off the tramp at gymnastics practice. A handstand? NO! Rose Ediger finishes off a chest roll in her gymnastics routine. 54 Linda Schmidt looks slightly surprized as she straddle vaults over the long horse. The best things come in threes—Sharon Carlson, Mary Lynch, and Lynda Fogarty move gracefully in floor exercises. Gymnastics Team Performs at Invitational Meets Concentration and con- trol are exercised in this very moving picture of Deb Fogarty as she scales the balance beam. 55 G.A.A. FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: C. Hahn, J. Otto, S. Meyer, R. Schmitz, J. Diers. R. Johnson. L. Schmidt. M. Lynch, L. Wolpern. T. Sullivan. SECOND ROW: D. Fahey. R. Ediger. P. Carney, L. O'Day, D. Kruschlce, A. Weldon, L. Knoben, C. Weldon. C. Bush. J. Young. R. Hally. BACK ROW: K. Brown, B. Dsnzer, J. Hoelz, B. Baumann, D. Busse, C. Sass, A. Bromaghim, C. Stier, D. Fogarty. J. Kahle. D. Kahle. President of G.A.A. Earns Highest Award Members of G.A.A. had another busy, funfilled year during the 1967-68 school year. Their meetings provided a great variety of en- tertainment including bowling, gymnastics, and volleyball. The meetings were called to order by president, Linda O'Day. Other officers working with Linda were Bonnie Denzer as vice-president, Kathy Brown as secretary and Rose Ediger served as treasurer. The Sadie-Hawkins Dance was held on April 26, with the Psychedelic Situation providing music for the event. Debbie Fogarty and John Balk reigned as royalty for the evening. This year the president, Linda O'Day, was awarded a four-year letter on Awards Day. She was the first girl ever to earn this award. The end of the year was celebrated by having a funfilled picnic at the ball park. A-squad cheerleaders display Homecoming buttons which were sold by members of the Girls Athletic Association. 56 Varsity Squad Cheerleaders, LEFT TO RIGHT: Ramona Bues- gens. Lila Malz. Kathy Brown. Sharon Carlson, Jackie Hoelz. Excitement and concern is shown on the faces of Kathy Brown and Joyce Otto as they cheer toward victory. Patty Huber. Joyce Otto, and Cleo Hahn. Cheerleading Clinic Proves To Be Helpful Eight energetic girls were varsity A team cheer- leaders at BPHS for the 1967-8 school year. The cheerleaders were divided into two squads. One of them was composed of Jackie Hoelz, Pat Huber, Sharon Carlson, and Lila Malz. This squad alter- nated cheering for basketball games and wrestling matches with members of the other squad which consisted of Ramona Buesgens, Cleo Hahn, Kathy Brown, and Joyce Otto. This year the cheerleaders experienced some- thing very helpful to them. They attended the 1967 Region 4 Cheerleading Clinic on October II. It was held at Johnson High School, St. Paul, and hosted by the Johnson Cheerleaders. Big, strong, definite motions were stressed, and the girls were instructed on better techniques and how to pep up the crowd. Every school represented, numbering between 20 and 30, was required to do a cheer in front of the rest. The BPHS cheer- leaders chose SATISFIED.” With the valuable in- formation gained while there, they came home with a new VICTORY yell. Whether it be victory or defeat, these two squads backed their teams to the end of the sea- son—be it football, basketball, or wrestling. These energetic cheerleaders followed the action—they were a part of it. 57 Football Hard-hitting fullback, Kevin Fahey, grinds out desperately needed yardage on the home Field against a tough LeCenter team. Kevin was named to the Minnesota River All Confer- ence Team, and chosen Athlete of the Month for October. Paul Johnson wards off another would-be tackier as he gains much needed yardage against LeCenter. Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine 0 Waterville .................. 0 39 LeSueur ..................... 6 52 LeCenter ....................20 49 New Prague ..................19 30 Arlington ...................13 40 Norwood .....................20 46 Montgomery .................. 6 49 Jordan ......................20 60 Football FRONT ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: R. Gregory. B. Weldon, W. Miller, G. Dvorak, P. Johnson, K. Fahey. M, Walerius, W. Meyer, and J. Albrecht. SECOND ROW: Coach Hender- son, J. McCormick. M. Johnson, D. Schulta. D. Wagner. D. Fogarty, J. Terrio. J. Ediger, J. Balk, and Managers—T. Schuneman and R. Jorgenson. BACK ROW: D. Riesgraf, D. Gerdes, D. Edberg, J. Busse, N. Dvorak, P. Miller, L. Koniarski, D. Murphy, R. Anderson, and Manager—J. Strad- cutter. Linebacker Bill Miller slows down the runner as Rick Ander- son closes in to make sure of the tackle Unvictorious Gridders Face Rebuilding Job For the first and hopefully the last time in many years, the Belle Plaine Tiger football squad ended its 1967 season without a win. The team posted a very dismal 0-7 conference record and tied their only non-conference contest. In the opening game against Waterville, both teams were held scoreless, thanks to the fine per- formance by both defensive teams. Three times the Tigers were on their way to touchdowns, but penalties ended the threats. On Waterville's only sustained drive, the Tiger defense stopped them on the two-yard line, preventing a score. The annual Tom Flynn Award game with the LeSueur Giants opened the conference season. Le- Sueur completely dominated play and swamped the home town team by the score of 39-6. With this win, the Giants earned the right to hold onto the coveted award for another year. With eight lettermen to use as a nucleus, Coach Henderson built his offense around two-year letter- man, Kevin Fahey. Kevin responded by being one of the few bright spots of the season. Almost single- handedly he gained over 800 yards scoring eight touchdowns. On defense, he led the team in tackles, many times holding the opposing ball carrier to little or no yardage. His ability to break tackles, to administer tackles, and to block for his team- mates earned him the honor of being selected for' the all-conference team. He was chosen as Athlete of the Month in October by the Jaycees; he was also given honorable mention on the all-state team by the Minneapolis Tribune. 61 Basketball Dev Wegner. Greek , catches his breeth before proceed- ing to shoot for another much-needed point. Tigers Are Overpowered in District Competition The Belle Plaine Tigers finished their 1967-68 season with the worst win-loss record in the history of Tiger basketball. The main reasons for Belle Plaine's unsuccessful season were its lack of height and its lack of experience. To make up for this deficiency of height, Coach Pudlitzke, using a pressing game, tried to run the opposing team. But unfortunately, Belle Plaine lacked the much needed bench strength to make this style of basketball work. Belle Plaine did win one non-conference battle against Cleveland. The final score of that game was 65-62. This was the only game in which Belle Plaine had the advantage in the height category during the entire basketball season. Belle Plaine had only two ball players who averaged in double figures. They were Denny Fogarty, who scored 272 points and finished with a 14 point average and Brendan Weldon who scored 225 for a 12 point average per game. Brendan also represented the team by receiving honorable mention in the Minnesota River Con- ference and as Athlete of the Month. Coach Pudlitzke stated that, we won 50% of our close games, but we only had two close qames all season. Even though the Tigers were deficient in experience, shooting ability, and height, they had good desire and will to retain five experienced lettermen for the next basketball season. Mr. Pud- litzke also pointed out that our defense and shooting need some improvement. 62 Basketball VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM: LEFT TO RIGHT: L. Zellman, Possin. B. Weldon, P. Johnson, N. Paz, J. Stradcutter. end D. Murphy, D. Arhens. D. Gerdes. D. Fogarty, D. Wagner, K. Pat Miller. Dwight Gerdes, forward, attempts to pass the ball as a Cleveland opponent tries to take control. Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine 58 Lakeville ...................41 64 Arlington ...................49 51 Norwood .....................45 83 Montgomery ..................35 83 Jordan ......................58 62 Cleveland ...................55 69 Norwood .....................44 99 LeSueur .....................46 64 LeCenter ....................54 58 New Prague...................37 56 Arlington ...................44 94 Henderson ...................51 76 Montgomery ..................32 77 Jordan ......................72 81 LeSueur .....................55 96 LeCenter ....................59 73 New Prague ..................45 79 St. Peter ...................31 63 Wrestling FRONT ROW. LEFT TO RIGHT: T. Buesgens. R. Willson. D. Edberg, S. Gregory, R. Latake. N. Dvorak, M. Johnson, Manager G. Hormann. BACK ROW: G. Ahrens, J. Ediger, J. Albrecht, J. Balk. D. Riesgraf, J. Terrio, L. Edman, L Zellman. Three B.P.H.S. Wrestlers Advance to Regionals A highlight of the 1967-68 wrestling season was that the team participated in the Eden Prairie Invitational tournament at Christmas. Out of six teams the Tigers finished third with 98 points, and brought home two championship medals and one second place medal, also six third and fourth place ribbons. This seemed to light the fire that set the team off to a good finish with a five win, nine loss record for the complete season. Competition for A team positions was keen as there were 45 wrestlers competing for eleven weight classes. Fifteen Belle Plaine high school wres- tlers earned letters this year. Jim Albrecht, the only senior on the A squad, earned another letter this year. Jim has been a credit to the team and should be congratulated for being the first at Belle Plaine to earn six con- secutive letters in wrestling. John Balk stood out as the most outstanding wrestler this year. He achieved the best record having 14 wins, 5 losses and 3 draws and was the second of our grapplers to earn a spot on the all-conference team. In district action, three Tiger wrestlers advanced to the region. Dave Edberg earned a second place silver-bronze medal. John Balk and Rich Willson earned the bronze medal for third place. In all, the team earned 32 points and finished sixth out of ten teams present at the tournament. Belle Plaine'� first six year wrestling letterman. Jim Albrecht, gets the upper hand on his opponent. 64 Wrestling Dave Edberg struggles to put his opponent's shoulders to the mat and gain a desperately needed win. Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine 27 Shakopee ......................25 2? Arlington .....................19 29 Prior Lake ....................16 16 Norwood .......................28 39 Lakeville ..................... 7 37 Jordan ........................13 42 LeSueur ....................... 4 40 LeCenter........................4 29 New Prague ....................20 12 Arlington .....................32 14 Norwood .......................23 13 Waseca Agriculture ............34 21 New Prague ....................19 District 32 Grappler Rich Willson, who wrestled at 95 lbs. and was one of the three Tiger matmen who advanced to region competition, used his muscle in an attempt to overcome an equally muscle-bound opponent. 65 Track Cindermen Placed Third in District Competition The Tiger Cindermen showed some strong points as the 880 relay won the Minnesota River Con- ference. and received a trophy for their efforts. Members of the team were Nick Dvorak, Kevin Fahey, Bill Miller, and Jerry Giesler. The team was undefeated in class and conference competi- tion. and placed 3rd at the district meet. They also met the school record at 1:35.5 at a pentangular meet in Montgomery. The 440 relay team also met a school record running it for the first time. Members of the team that were paired off were Kevin Fahey and Greg Dvorak. Ross Wagener, and Nelson Paz. High point man for the Tigers this year was transfer student. Jerry Giesler, with 78 2 points up to the conference meet. Other high scorers were seniors Kevin Fahey and Bill Miller with 64 and 42 points respectively, and sophomore Nick Dvorak with 55 points. Dave Ahrens, who placed 5th In the conference, clears the bar in a practice session before a meet. Jerry Giesler and Ross Wagener run through a time trial before the Montgomery Pentangular meet. FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: R. Wagener. R. McConnell, K. Meger, S. Haefner, B. Miller. N. Dvorak. BACK ROW: D. Murphy. N. Paz, D. Riesgraf, R. Bromaghim, D. Ahrens, G. Seaver, J. Giesler, G. Dvorak. 66 Baseball FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: M. Anderson. P. Miller. G. Hormenn, J. Stredcutter, L. Zellmen, Manager T. Sullivan. BACK ROW: C. Tordsen, B. Weldon. R. Elder, T. Redman. D. Wagner. D. Fogarty. P. Anderson. Baseball Team Finishes Jaycee Award Winnar, Brendan Weldon, eyes up the batter before winding up for the pitch. in a Tie for Third Place The Tigers found the winning trail for the first time this year in baseball, the final sport of the 1967-68 athletic school year. They won three games, and lost two, both de- feats were by one run in extra innings to LeSueur and LeCenter. The Tigers three victories came over Arlington 4-1, Montgomery 2-1 in an II inning game and Jordan 2-1. Belle Plaine's season was successful mainly be- cause of the great job of pitching done by Brendan Weldon. Brendan was given the Jaycee Award as well as honorable mention to the Minne- sota River all-conference team, for his efforts. Dave Wagner also received honorable mention for his catching chores. Craig Tordsen and Dave Wagner led the hitting end of the sport both having a .269 average. Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine I Arlington .....................4 I Montgomery ....................2 9 Norwood .......................0 1 Jordan ..... ..................2 4 LeSueur .......................3 9 New Prague ....................0 2 LeCenter ......................I 67 Classes Freshmen G. Anderley E. Belle G. Barlage D. Baumann J. Baumann R. Bigaouette G. Bipes L. Bratsch L. A. Bratsch K. Buesgens R, Buesgens M. Carney J. Chaves B. Devine D. Edberg D. K. Edberg J. Edberg D. Eischens R. Elder B. Flynn A. Fogarty Freshman Class Finds Talent and Forms Band The major money-making project for the fresh- men class this year was working in the concession stand on December 8, 1967, for the basketball game against Norwood-Young America. The total profit for the class treasury from the concession stand receipts was $8.87. During the school year some freshman boys started their own band called The Sole Survivors. The only person who was a member of the band and not a member of the freshman class was Mark Johnson, a junior, who was the vocalist for the group. Freshman band members included Rodney Jorgenson, who played the rhythm guitar; Dave Eischens, who played the base guitar; Dave Edberg, who served as the lead guitarist; and Don Edberg, who was the drummer. Through many hours of hard practicing, the band members mastered many new songs. Some of the songs, which were on the popular recording charts, were Satisfaction, Gloria, Louie, Louie, Hang on Sloopy, ’House of the Rising Sun, Hey Joe! All Day and All of the Nights, You Got Me, Little Latin Lupe Lu, and Steppinq Stone. The band's specialty was their own arrange- ment, Rod's Theme. The social event of the year for the freshman was the class party which was held on March 29 in the old elementary school gymnasium. The class had planned on having their own, The Sole Survivors , furnish the music for the evening: how- ever, illness plagued one of the band members and as a result, the class danced to the music of popular recording artists. In science class during the last nine weeks of the school year, a drivers education unit was studied under the instruction of Mr. Ott. In driver training class, Bill Huber and Rita Hillstrom discuss the proper way to enter an intersection. 70 Freshmen T. Gregory S. Haefner G. Halloren R. Hamstad R. Harms R. Harms B. Harsh D. Hennen D. Herrmann T. Herrmann R. Hillstrom W. Hillstrom B. Huber R. Huber D. Johnson B. Jones R. Jorgenson O. Koepp D. Koepp C. Kucera R. Lenzen J. Lundborg B. Mager B. Malz B. Malz G. Malz L Manteuffel D. McConnell E. Meger K. Meger K. Meger K. Meger C. Mills S. Moen M. Moody M. Murphy P. Neisen V. Noll C. O’Brien K. O’Brien K. OH E. Randall T. Redman D. Riesgraf M. Schuman J. Schuneman J. Seaver S. Seaver D. Sellnow R. Sellnow D. Slcelly N. Soller D. Stier S. Stringer R. Tesch K. Traxler C. Weldon S. Weldon R. Wiese D. Witt J. Wo I pern J. Wolter L Zellman 71 Sophomores D. Ahrens M. Anderson R. Anderson C. Areti D. Bertels J. Beumenn S. Benilce B. Berger A. Bessel M. Bigaouette C. Borgart R. Bromaghim C. Busch J. Busse J. Diers R. Ediger L Edman L Erickson D. Fahey A. Fogarty D. Gerdes L Gregory S. Gregory M. Haag C. Haefner R. Hally D. Hamstad D. Hanlon K. Hayes A. Hennen C. Herrmann R. Hillstrom J. Holmquist G. Hormann R. Johnson Treasury Profits From Sale of Zip Code Books The sophomores can look back on a very success- ful and exciting school year. It started out with the sale of Zip Code books, a project which started after Thanksgiving and continued through the first part of December. The class was divided into four groups: each group had its own team captains. Overall chairman was Kathy Hayes: team captains were Dave Ahrens, Denise Fahey, Barb Novak, and Cherlv Sass. Barb's team sold about ' 3 of the total 380 Zip Code books sold. The books were sold for $ 1.00 each. The two top salesmen were Greg Manthe and Sheila Meger. The total profit earned for the class treasury was $152.00. Another event which highlighted the year was the sock-hop sponsored by the sophomores for the senior high students. The entertainment was pro- vided by the Blue Chips” of LeSueur. Drivers training was offered to those interested sophomores under the direction and guidance of Mr. Ott. The attainment of a provisional drivers license was the reward for passing the written driv- ers test and the road test. Ninety-three per cent of the entire class participating in the program were successful in obtaining their provisional drivers licenses this year—a proud accomplishment. Sophomores Lloyd Thomason and Theresa Sullivan (seated) sell Zip Code books to Gary Blgouette and Tom Schmidt 72 Sophomores L. Koniarski M. Kruschke R. Latzke L. Liebhard T. Lundborg R. Malz G. Manthe R. McCue M. Meger S. Meger P. Miller A. Mills M. Mueller D. Murphy G. Neisen B. Novak M. O'Connor D. Otto J. Plonske B. Porter K. Possin L Rud D. Reuhling C. Sass R. Schilz L. Schmidt M. Schuldt M. Schultz G. Seaver J. Seaver L Spear J. Stradcutter T. Sullivan T. M. Sullivan R. Tesch J. Thomason L Thomason P. Weldon T. Weldon R. Wolpern D. Zurn 73 Juniors G. Ahrens T. Anderson J. Belle B. Baumann A. Bromaghim K. Brown B. Buesgens S. Buesgens D. Busse M. Carney M. Cauley L. Chard B. Denzer J. Ediger R. Effertz M. Fahey T. Fahey D. J. Fogarty D. Fogarty D. French G. Geisler P. Haefner C. Hahn M. Hamstad D. Herrmann R. Hillstrom J. Hoelz P. Huber M. Johnson D. Kahle J. Kahle L Knoben T. Kornder 0. Kruschke M. Lynch J. McConnell J. McCormick K. Meger J. Mellgren O. Mills C. Moldenhauer L. Noll G. Nyblom K. O'Brien J. Otto M. Randall C. Redman C. Rusch D. Savage R. Schilz T. Schmidt R. Schmitz R. Schommer D. Schultz J. Schuman T. Schuneman J. Scully G. Seaver D. Sellnow R. Simcox C. Stier P. Stiles J. Stradcutter 74 Juniors (seated left to right) Ruth Simcox, Debbie Kehle and Judy Weldon and (standing, left to right) Kpthy O'Brien, Linda Zellmer. and Ann Weldon react differently to rings. Juniors Magazine Drive Surges Junior Class Funds 1968 has been a year of activity for the Juniors. The annual magazine drive, held in the fall, began a memorable school year for them. The drive added $718.37 to their treasury. Glen Ahrens sold $185.54 worth of magazines, malting him the top salesman. Diane Kruschke and Kathy O'Brien com- bined their abilities as saleswomen to sell $278.50 worth in a combined effort. The class was divided into teams, with each team having two co-captains. The team captains were Jackie Hoelz—Joe Strad- cutter, Jon Ediger—Ann Bromaghim, Glenn Ahrens —Debbie Fogarty, Diane Kruschke—Dave Wagner, Tom Anderson—Patty Huber, Mark Johnson— Kathy Brown, and Joyce Otto—Layton Zellman. Joyce and Layton's team members sold $427.02 worth, which made theirs the winning team, entitling them to extra benefits. March 7 was a big day in the life of the Juniors. Mr. Russel Bjella from Jostens displayed a variety of rings from which the junior class officers could choose. A choice of three styles was selected and presented before the entire junior class for the final decision with the selection of the swinger which was a combination of the oval and square rings. The presentation of Harvey by the junior class of 1968 was an enlightening comedy written by Mary Chase. It was shown on April 4 and 5. The juniors were sponsors of the Prom— Sea Fantasy —on May 4, 1968. C. Tordsen R. Wagener D. Wagner A. Weldon C. Weldon J. Weldon J. C. Weldon M. Weldon L. Wiese R. Wilson L. Wolpern L Zellmen L. Zellmer 75 Seniors 57 Seniors Chose 28 Different Walks of Life Life as a senior was complex and full of re- sponsibility. Seniors were forced to make decisions that will affect their future lives. The senior class officers consisted of Patti Shaughnessy, President; Paul Johnson, Vice-Pres- ident; Sandy Anderson, Secretary; Steve Crosby, Treasurer; and Eileen Hanlon and Nancy Stringer were Student Council Representatives. The Seniors’ plans for after graduation are many and the class will really be separated. A simple distribution on April 19 was; 14 seniors applied for admission at colleges; 7 seniors applied for admission in vocational schools to enroll in the following programs of study: Nursing, beauty cul- ture, mechanics, business, and agricultural related occupations: 14 seniors have stated that they intend to enlist in one of the four branches of the military service, 19 seniors plan to seek full-time jobs after graduation. I am sure all the seniors regret being separated, but I doubt any one of them would begin to admit this. Good luck seniors, and have fun in the future! 76 Gerald Bratsch laughs wholeheartedly at a joke while flipping pancakes at the F.F.A. Pancake Breakfast. JAMES J. ALBRECHT—Football 4; Lettermen's Club I, 2, 3; Wrestlina I, 2, 3, 4; Cooperative Work Program, Keup Chevrolet-Buick Co. PAUL ALAN ANDERSON—Baseball 2. 3, 4: Chorus 2. 3, 4: Homecoming Royalty; Junior Class Play; Let- termen's Club 3; Paper Staff 4; Student Council, Vice Pres. 3, Pres. 4; Safety Council 3: Senior of the Month. SANDRA J. ANDERSON—Band I. 2, 3, 4; Class Officer, Secretary 4; F.H.A. I; Pep Band I, 2, 3, 4. SUSAN MARRIE BARLAGE—Band I, 2, 3; Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer, Treasurer I, 2, 3; F.H.A. I; F.T.A. 3, 4; G.A.A. I; Junior Class Play; Paper Staff 4; Pep Band 2; Senior Class Play. DIANE A. BAUMANN—Band I, 2, 3, 4; Debate I; Deciam I, 2, 3: F.H.A. I, 2; F.T.A. I, 2, 3; Student Council Representative 4; Junior Class Play; National Honor Society 2, 3, Secretary 4; Paper Staff 2, 3, 4; Pep Band I, 2, 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 3, Secretary 4; Senior Class Play; Student Council 4; Senior of the Month. GARY R. BIGAOUETTE—Baseball 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 3, 4; Football I; Homecoming Royalty; Sadie Hawkins Royalty 3; Cooperative Work Pro- gram—Kerkow Implement. SHERYL A. BIGAOUETTE—G.A.A. I, 2, 3. DIANE MICHELLE BOWLER—Annual Staff 4; Chorus 2, 3. 4; F.H.A. I, 2. 4. GERALD MARVIN BRATSCH—Band I, 2, 3. 4; F.F.A. Royalty 4; F.F.A. I, 2, 3, Pres. 4; Pep Band 2, 3, 4. SHIRLEY EDNA BRENKE—Annual Staff 3, 4; G.A.A. I, 2, 3. RAMONA ALICE BUESGENS— Cheerleading I, 2, 3, 4; F.H.A. I; Gymnastics 2; Homecoming Royalty; Student Council I. SHARON KAY CARLSON—Band I, 2, 3. 4; Cheerleading 3, 4, A Squad Alternate 2; Chorus I, 3, 4; Class Officer, Student Council Representa- tive 2, 3; F.H.A. 2; F.T.A. 3, 4; G.A.A. I; Gym- nastics 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty; Junior Class Play; National Honor Society 3, Vice Pres. 4; Paper Staff 2, 3. Co-editor 4; Safety Council 2, 4; Senior of the Month. PATRICIA ANN CARNEY—F.T.A. 3, Vice Pres. 4; G.A.A. I, 2, 3, 4; Junior Class Play; Paper Staff 2, 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 4; Safety Council 4; Senior Class Play. STEVEN HENRY CROSBY— Annual Staff 4; Class Officer, Treasurer 4; Na- tional Honor Society 4; Paper Staff 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 4; Science Club 1,2, 3, 4; Senior of the Month. GREGORY RAYMOND DVORAK—F.F.A. I, 2, Reporter 3, District 13 Reporter 4; Football I, 2, 3, 4; Junior Class Play; Lettermen's Club 2, 3; Track 2, 3, 4; Basketball I, 2, 3. CHERYL RAE EDM AN—Annual Staff 3; F.H.A. I. 2; G.A.A. I, 2. KEVIN JOHN FAHEY—F.F.A. 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty; Letter- men's Club 2: Track 3, 4; Basketball I, 2. 3, 4; Cooperative Work Program. Steffen Hardware. JAMES S. FOGARTY—F.F.A. 3. 4; Senior Class Play: Student Council 4; Basketball 4. Sharon Carlson, Girls Stater '67, briefs Ann Bromaghim, Girls Stater '68. on details of the convention. Seniors 1967 Girls Stater Spends One Very Rewarding Week Homecoming '68 took place on September 22. Queen Cheryl Mueller reigned over the festivities. She was aided by four lovely princesses. Sharon Carlson, Noreen Fogarty, Eileen Halon, and Ra- mona Buesgens. Girls Stater of 1967, Sharon Carlson, spent one week of the year with 480 other Girls Staters from throughout the state. In this week the girls were taught self-government and set up government and elected officers which conducted business such as passed bills as actual congressmen did. In this week Sharon also went on many tours and met the Governor of Minnesota, Harold LaVander. Ann Bromaghim was the 1968 Girls Stater from Belle Plaine with Patty Huber as alternate. This eventful week was traditionally sponsored by the Belle Plaine Ladies Auxiliary. The senior class welcomed the opportunity of hosting our first American Field Service Student, Nelson Paz, as a member of our class. The seniors were very disappointed when Mr. O’Laughlin had to announce that the seniors could not take the traditional class trip. 77 Seniors Noreen Fogarty measures Bill M. Meyer for his graduation cap while Sharon Witt records the figures. LYNDA JEAN FOGARTY—F.H.A. I. 2: F.T.A. 2, 3, Pres. 4; Gymnastics 4; Junior Class Play; One- act Play, Stage Manager 2. NOREEN ANN FOGARTY—F.H.A. I. 2. 3; F.T.A. Secretary 4; G.A.A. I, 2; Homecoming Royalty I, 4; Sadie Hawkins Royalty 2. DIANE MARIE FRETER— Chorus 2, 4; F.H.A. 2; G.A.A. I. CHERYL MUELLER GEYEN—Chorus 2; Class Of- ficer, Vice Pres. 3; F.H.A. 3; G.A.A. 2; Home- coming Royalty, Queen; Junior Class Play: Safety Council 3; Senior of the Month: Girls State Alter- nate. ROBERT JOHN GREGORY—Football I. 2, 4. FRED M. HAAG. EILEEN MARY HANLON—Band I, 2. 3. 4; Chorus I, 3, 4; Class Officer, Vice Pres. 2; F.F.A. Sweet- heart Queen 4; F.H.A. I, 2; F.T.A. 3, 4; Home- coming Royalty; Junior Class Play; National Honor Society 3, 4; One-act Play 3; Paper Staff I, 2, 3, 4, Co-editor 4; Pep Band I, 2, 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 3, Vice Pres. 4; Safety Council 2, 4; Science Club 4; Student Council 3, 4. ANITA MAY HILES—Annual Staff 4; Band 2, 3: F.H.A. 2; G.A.A. 3: Pep Band 3. DARLENE K. JOHNSON— G.A.A. 3. Paul Johnson indulges in relaxation while teaching Senior High English during Student Government Day. 78 Seniors Senior Patricia Shaugh- nessy, overloaded with books, returns to her locker at the end of the school day. Seniors Disappointed at News of No Class Trip PAUL LOUIS JOHNSON—Football I, 2. 3. Captain 4: Junior Class Play; Lettermen's Club I, 2, 3; Track 2, 3; Safety Council, Pres. 4; Student Council I, 2, 3; Wrestling 3; Basketball 2, 4; Class Officer, Student Council Representative I, 2, Pres. 3, Vice Pres. 4. ROGER ANTHONY JOHNSON— F.F.A. 2, 3, 4. LOIS ANN KAHLE—Cheerleading, Substitute I; Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; F.H.A. I, 2; G.A.A. I. BONNIE RAE KOEPP— F.H.A. 2; G.A.A. I. 2. JAMES L. LATZKE— Band I, 2, 3: F.F.A. 2. 3, 4; Pep Band 2, 3; Science Club 2, 3; Cooperative Work Program, Excelsior Plastic. LARRY LEE MALTZ—F.F.A. 1,2, 3, Vice Pres. 4; Safety Coun- cil 4. LILA MARIE MALZ—Annual Staff 3, 4; Cheer- leading 3, 4; Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer, Secretary 3; F.T.A. 4; G.A.A. I; Gymnastics 4; Junior Class Play; Paper Staff 3, 4; Senior Class Play; Student Council 4; Senior of the Month. DALE J. MELLGREN—Band I. 2, 3; F.F.A. I. 2, 3, 4: Pep Band 2, 3; Science Club I, 2, 3. 4. DARYL F. MELLGREN—Band I, 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. I, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band I; Science Cluis I, 2, 3. 79 Seniors Bill Miller looks diligently end extensively for scholarship ap- plication possibilities to help when furthering his education. Anita Hiles carefully turns the combination on her locker as she prepares to leave BPHS. Class of “68” Honored by BPHS’s First A.F.S. Student WILLIAM F. MEYER—Football I. 2, 4. WILLIAM M. MEYER—Homecoming Royalty. WILLIAM S. MILLER—Band I. 2. 3. 4; Chorus I. 2, 3, 4; Class Officer, Pres. 2; Debate I, 2, 3, 4; Deciam I, 2, 3. 4; Football 3, 4; Junior Class Play; Lettermen's Club I, 2, 3; National Honor Society 2, 3, Pres. 4; One-act Play 4; Paper Staff I, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band I, 2, 3. 4; Quill and Scroll 3, Pres. 4; Science Club I. 2, 3: Senior Class Play; Senior of the Month; Student Council 2, 4; Track 2, 3, 4. MIKE E. MORRISON. COLLEEN HELEN NEISEN. LINDA MARIE O'DAY—Annual Staff 3: F.H.A. I 2; G.A.A. I. 2, 3, Pres. 4. NELSON PAZ-F—Homecoming Royalty; Declam 4; Science Club 4; Student Council 4; Basketball 4 NANCY ANN RENNEKE—Chorus 2. 3, 4; Declam 3: G.A.A. I. VERENA M. RIESGRAF—Chorus 4; F.H.A. I; Junior Class Play; Cooperative Work Pro- gram—John Ploetz Insurance Agency. 80 Seniors JOYCELYN Q. ROLF—F.H.A. 2; F.T.A. 3, 4; Paper Staff 4. SHIRLEY ANN SCHULTZ. PATRICIA A. SHAUGHNESSY—Class Officer. Pres. I. 4; F.H.A. I; G.A.A. I; Junior Class Play; Senior Class Play; Student Council I, 4. ALICE JOSEPHINE STILES—Annual Staff 3, 4; Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer, Secretary 2; De- clam I, 2, 4; F.H.A. I, 2, Historian 3, 4; G.A.A. I, 2, 3: Junior Class Play: One-act Play 4; Quill and Scroll 3, 4; Sadie Hawkins Royalty 3; Senior Class Play: Student Council 2. NANCY MARGARET STRINGER—Band I, 2. 3, 4; Chorus I. 2. 3. 4, Chorus Council 2; Class Officer, Student Council Representative 4; Declam 3, 4; F.H.A. I, 2; F.T.A. 4; Junior Class Play: National Honor Society 4: Paper Staff 4: Pep Band I, 2, 3, 4: Quill and Scroll 4; Senior of the Month; Student Council 4. MARTIN EDWARD WALERIUS—F.F.A. 2. 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Lettermen's Club 2, 3: Track 2. BRENDAN W. WELDON—Baseball 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 2, 3, 4; Football 4; Lettermen's Club 3; Basket- ball 3, 4. BARBARA JEAN WIEGER—Paper Staff 4. SHARON ANN WITT—Annual Staff 2, 3. 4; F.H.A. 2. 3, Secretary 4; G.A.A. 2. Alice Stiles end Lila Mali gaie approvingly at the results they received from their senior pictures. DIANE MARY WOLPERN—Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; F.H.A. I. 2, 3. JANELLE KAY YOUNG—Chorus 3, 4; Class Officer, Secretary 2; F.H.A. I, 2, Re- porter 3: F.F.A. Royalty 4; F.T.A. 2; G.A.A. I, 2, Treasurer 3, Student Council Representative 4; Na- tional Honor Society 2, 3, 4; Paper Staff 2; Stu- dent Council 4. LEON MARK ZELLMANN—Band I, 2, 3; F.F.A. 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty; Junior Class Play; Pep Band 3: Science Club 1,2, 3; Senior Class Play; Wrestling 4. 81 Commencement Shirley Brenke, Lila Mali, and Chery Edman show no sorrow as they march down the aisle at graduation. Salutatorian, Janelle Young, gives her talk to the seniors on what is the ne� t step after graduation. Noreen Fogarty, Diane Wolpren, and Janelle Young look on as Diane Baumann assists Patti Shaughnessy at putting The group of '68 seniors listen tentatively to the commence- ment services as they await their diplomas. 82 on her cap. while Ramona Buesgens shows the distinct impression, I'd rather do it myself. Bill Miller graciously accepts his long awaited diploma from superintendent Mr. John Barthalow. Commencement 57 Seniors Go Forth in Quest of That One Beauty On May 29, 1968, 57 seniors marched up the aisle to receive their diplomas upon the completion of their high school career. Mary Ann Kruschke was at the organ playing Pomp and Circumstance ' for the seniors to march by. Janelle Young gave her Salutatory Address which was followed by the Belle Plaine Senior Choir singing I'll Walk with God . The Valedictory Address was given by Bill Miller and followed by the senior choir members singing Hallowed Halls of Ivy. Thoughts on our Class Motto was given by Nancy Stringer and Patti Shaughnessy followed with the presentation of the class memorial, which was one hundred dollars to the AFS fund. Eileen Hanlon accom- panied Mr. Howard Barfknecht as he sang The Lord's Prayer. The scholarship awards were pre- sented by Mr. Roger Delgehausen followed by Mr. M. G. Lindquist, assistant Superintendent, who made the presentation of the class of 1968. The Class Advisors were Mr. O'Laughlin, Miss Meyer, and Miss Lundquist, the class flower was a yellow rose, and the class colors were yellow and green. Superintendent. Mr. John Barthalow handed out the diplomas with a personal comment to each graduate. The choir followed by singing The Impossible Dream. To end the exercises Mary Ann Kruschke played Anchors Aweigh, the tradi- tional school song, as the seniors marched down their road that led them forth in auest of the one beauty God put them here to find. 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DALY, Attorney at Law 87 Advertisements HOELZ FEED MILL Purina Chows and Sanitation Products. Stationary and On the Farm Grinding and Mixing. Bella Plaine, Minn. 873-SS3S NOVAK REXALL DRUG Your Family Health Center 121 North Meridian Street 873-2828 Belle Pleine, Minnesota SMI I HUBER'S RED OWL LOGELIN'S BARBER SHOP HENNEN'S CAFE BELLE PLAINE BODY SHOP POSSIN IMPLEMENT Welding—Repair Work Aircooled Engines Parts and Service Lawnmowers and Garden Tillers Belle Plaine, Minn. 873-2358 SMI I For All Your Quality Food Products, Buy at Huber's. 128 North Meridian PHONE 873-6185 HENNEN'S JEWELRY Class Ring, and Bulova, Wyler Watches Headquarters 133 North Meridian Street 873-226S NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY Belle Plaine, Minnesota SMI I STEFFEN'S OUR OWN HARDWARE CONOCO JOHNSON OIL CO. DOWNTOWN CONOCO at NO S. Meridian St. SOUTHTOWN CONOCO at 420 E. South St. Belle Plaine, Minn. You'll Live MODERN Live BETTER with FLAMELESS Electric Appliances A Complete Hardware Store'’ PHONE 873-2313 . 201 North Meridian Belle Plaine CARLSON'S HOTEL. BAR, CAFE, BUS DEPOT RENO CARLSON. Owner 102 East Main Street Belle Plaine, Mi nn. STATE BANK OF BELLE PLAINE Full Service Bank Member of F.K.I.C. Working Together Builds a Better Community. PHONE 873-2296 201 West Main Street Modernized Banking Features Drive-In Service HAGERMAN'S TV AND RADIO ANDERSON CURIO SHOPPE SMITTY'S DRY CLEANERS 88 Advertisements STAAB'S MODEL CLOTHING Quality clothes at prices you like to pay Ball Plaine, Minnesota MARILYN'S BEAUTY SHOP MARILYN SEXTON, Own.r For the latest hairstyles, come to Marilyn's. 424 North Meridian St. PHONE 873-4437 H. E. WESTERMAN LUMBER COMPANY Building Materials Ready Mil Pole Buildings PHONE 873-2848 224 North Meridian Belle Plaine, Minn. EISCHEN'S BAR “The Best of Luck in the Future to the Class of 1968 110 N. Meridian 873-mi Belle Plaine. Minn. MINNESOTA NATURAL GAS COMPANY Gas makes the big difference . . . Cosfs less too . . Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00-12:00 and 1:00-5:00 113 East Main Street, Belle Plaine DON'S BAKERY Decorative Cakes Breads Pastries 137 Meridian Street 873-2724 Belle Plaine. Minnesota S40II HENNEN SKELLY SERVICE For Top Service in Town Home of the Remington Tire PHONE 873-4405 EXCELSIOR PLASTICS INC. One of Belle Plaine's Young Businesses Which Employs Many People From the Area. Phone 873-2231 Bello Plaine, Minnesota BELLE PLAINE COMMISSION COMPANY RUDY ZOSKE, Manager WAYNE EDIGER Auctioneer and Owner 21 YEARS EXPERIENCE Belle Pleine Phone 873-2292 Patronize These Advertisers — They Made the ’68 Tigerian Possible! 89 Index Ahrens. David 22. 63. 66. 71 Ahrens. Glenn 64. 74. 43 ALBRECHT. ELIZABETH 4. 33 Albrecht. James 61. 64. 76 Anderly, Gary 70 Anderson. Mark 67. 72 Anderson. Paul 12. 40. 47. 67. 76, 41 Anderson, Richard 46. 61, 72 Anderson. Sandra 49. 76 Anderson. Thomas 38. 44. 47, 74 ANNUAL STAFF 38. 39 Areti. Cheryl 72 Balk, Elizabeth 70 Balk. John 61. 64. 74. 52 BARFKNECHT. HOWARD 30 Barlage. Gerry 70 Barlage. Susan 19. 39. 45. 47. 76. 43 Bartels. Duane 72. 52 BARTHOLOW. JOHN 4. 24 BASEBALL 67 BASKETBALL 62. 63 Baumann. Barbara 18. 49. 74, 43 Baumann. Dennis 70. 52 Baumann, Diane 19, 44, 48. 76. 43 Baumann, James 70 Baumann, John 72 Beneke. Steve 48. 72 Berger. Bonnie 72 Bessel. Arvin 72, 52 Bigaouette. Gary 12. 76. 52 Bigaouette. Mike 72 Bigaouette. Ricky 70 Bigaouette, Sheryl 76 Bipes. Gene 48. 70 Bowler, Diane 46. 76, 51 Bratsch. Gerald 48, 76, 52, 53 Busch. Carol 38. 56. 72 Bratsch, Larry 49, 70 Bratsch, Lois 70 Breneke. Shirley 38, 77 Bromaghim. Ann 47. 51. 56. 74, 77. 41 Bromaghim. Roger 10. 15, 16. 66, 72 Brown. Kathleen 5. II, 38, 39, 47. 49. 56. 57. 74 Buesgens. Beverly 49. 74 Buesgens, Kathleen 27, 70 Buesgens. Romona 12, 13. 26, 57, 77 Buesgens. Richard 70 Buesgens, Sharon 74 Busch. Carol 38. 56. 72 Busse, Diane 48, 56. 74, 43 Busse. John 49. 61. 72 Carlson, Janet 29 Carlson, Randy 45, 43 Carlson. Sharon 5. 12. 13. 44, 47. 57, 77. 43. 41. 53 Carney. Mary 70. 43 Carney, Mike 53, 74, 52 Carney. Patricia 32. 44, 56. 19. 77, 43 Cauley. Mary 74. 51. 43 Chard, LeRoy 53. 74 Chaves. James 70, 52 CHEERLEADERS 59 CHORUS 46. 47 CLEMENTS. CYRIL 27 COTE. MICHAEL 26 Crosby. Steven 38, 44. 77 DEBATE 16 DECLAM 16 DELGEHAUSEN, ROGER 25 Denzer. Bonnie 47, 56, 74. 51, 41 Devine. Barbara 70 Diers, Jane 56. 72 Dvorak. Gregory 61. 66. 77, 52. 53 Dvorak. Nicholas 21. 61, 64, 66. 52 ERNEST. MRS. LAWRENCE 35 Edberg, David 49. 64. 65, 70 Edberg, Donald 61, 70 Edberg, Joyce 70 Ediger, Jon 61, 64, 74, 52 Ediger, Rose 45. 48. 56. 72. 43 Edman, Cheryl 77 Edman, Leon 64, 72 Efferta, Roger 74 Eischens. David 70 Elder, Robert 67, 70 Erickson, Lois 72. 42 ERICKSON. ROBERT 29 Fahey. Denise 47, 72. 41 Fahey. Kevin 12. 60. 61, 77 Fahey, Marlene 74 Fahey, Tim 52, 74, 53 F.F.A. 52. 53 F. H.A. 51 Flynn, Barbara 70 Flakus, Gene 20 Fogarty. Angela 49. 70 Fogarty. Annalee 17. 48. 72 Fogarty. Debra 10, 16. 44, 46, 48. 74 Fogarty. Dennis 10, 18, 49, 61, 63, 67, 74 Fogarty. James 14. 19. 77. 92, 52. 53 Fogarty. Lynda 43. 78 Fogarty. Noreen 12. 13. 78. 92, 43. 53 FOOTBALL 60, 61 French, David 31. 74 Freter, Diane 46, 78, 41 G. A.A. 56 Geisler, Gerald 66. 74 Gerdes, Dwight 46. 61. 62, 63. 72 Geyen, Cheryl 9, 12. 13. 78 GEYEN. ROBERT 2. 32. 61 Gregory, Laurie 14, 72, 51 GEYEN. ROBERT 2. 32. 61 Gregory, Stephen 64, 72 Gregory, Terry 71 GYMNASTICS 54. 55 Haag, Fred 78 Haag. Malinda 72 Haefner, Cynthia Haefner. Pamela 74 Haefner. Steven 71, 66. 52 Hahn, Cleo II. 38. 56. 57, 74, 43 HAHN. ORISON 24 HALLGREN. ROGER 24 Halloran. Gertrude 71 Hally. Rita 38. 47. 56. 41. 72 Hamstad, Mary Ann 74 Hamstad, Delores 72 Hamstad, Reuben 71 Hanlon, David 72 Hanlon. Eileen 9, 10, 12, 13, 47, 48. 78, 43. 53 HARMS. MAYNARD 27. 53 Harms. Ronald 71, 52, Harms, Roxanne 71 Harsh, Brad HASBROOK. MARGARET 33 HAUER. DARIN 35 Hayes, Kathleen 16, 17, 72 HEITKAMP. OFVILLE II. 28 HENDERSON. ROY 4. 28. 61 Hennen, Debra 16, 71, 48 Hennen, Alan 72 HENNEN. LYLE 32 Herrmann, Carol 14, 72 Herrmann, Dale 74 Herrmann, Thomas 71 Herrmann. Debra 71 Hiles, Anita 38. 78, 80 Hiles. Larry 71 Hillstrom, Rita 71 Hillstrom, Ronald 74 Hillstrom, Russell 72 Hillstrom, Wayne 71 Hoelz. Jackie 47. 48. 49. 56. 57, 74. 51, 43 Holmquist. Judy 72 Hormann, Gordon 32, 46, 64, 67, 72 Huber. Bill 26. 71 HUBER. LEONNA 34 Huber. Patricia II, 38. 47, 57, 74 Huber, Robert 71, 16 HURLEY. SIGRID Johnson, Darlene 78 Johnson, Doreen 71 Johnson. Mark 47, 61, 64, 74 Johnson. Paul 8. 12. 32. 60. 61. 63. 78, 79 Johnson, Roger 79 Johnson, Rosanne 72, 51 Jones. Bonnie 48, 71, 43 Jorgenson, Rodney 71, 61, 41 Kahle. Debra 18. 41. 47. 56. 74 Kahle. Jean 47, 56, 74, 41 Kahle. Lois 47. 79 KARNITZ. WILLMER 35 KARNITZ. MRS. WILLMER 35 KEUP. PAUL 24 Knoben. Linda 18. 38. 48. 56. 74 Koepp, Bonnie 79 Koepp. David 71 Koepp. Duane 71, 52 Koniarski. Larry 61, 73, 52 Kornder. Ted 47. 74. 52 Kruschke. Diane 47, 56, 74, 51 Kruschke, Mary 47, 48. 73 Kucera. Collwwn 16. 49, 71 Latzke, James 79. 52 Latzke, Robert 64. 73. 52 LEISE, WALTER 27 Leibhard. LeRoy 49, 73, 52 90 Index Lenzen, Roxanne 71 LINDQUIST. MARTIN 25 LUEPKE. WAYNE 28 Lundborg. Jeffrey 71 Lundborg. Thomas LUNDQUIST. JUDITH 28 Lynch. Mary 5. 38. 46. 56. 74. 92. 41 Mager, Bonnie 71 Mali, Beverly 48. 71 Mali. Bonnie 71 Mali. Larry 26. 79. 52. 53 Mali. Lila 2. II. 19. 38. 44. 46. 57. 79. 43 Malz, Roger 73, 52 Manteuffel, Lyle 71 Manthe, Gregory 73 McConnell. Joane 47, 48. 49. 74 McCormick, James 31. 61. 74 McCue. Robert 73, 26. 52. 53 McDonald. Frances 28 Meger. Eugene 71 Meger. Karen 71 Meger. Kathrine 71 Meger. Kenneth A. 66. 49. 71 Meger. Kenneth 74 Meger. Marlene 73. 51 Meger. Sheila 49. 56. 73. 51. 43 Mellgren, Dale 52 Mellgren. Daryl 79. 52 Mellgren, Joyce 74. 41 MEYER. CAROL 5. 27. 92 Meyer. William F. 81. 80 Meyer. William M. 12. 78. 80 MILLER. GERALD 28 Miller. Patrick 32. 61. 63. 67. 73. 43 MILLER. ROBERT 24 Miller. William 2. 5. 16. 17. 19. 49. 61, 66. 80 Mills. Arlie 73 Mills. Colleen 71, 43 Mills. Debra 38. 47. 74. 44. 41 Moen. Steve 71, 52 Moldenhauer, Cheryl 74 MOODY. EDWARD 35 Moody. Mary 10. 48. 71 MORRISON. JOHN 24 Morrison, Judy 32 Morrison. Michael 80 Mueller, Marlene 73 Murphy, David 61. 63. 66. 73 Murphy. Mary 48. 49. 71 N.H.S. 42 Neisin, Colleen 80 Neisen. Gerald 73, 52 Neisen, Patricia 71 Noll. Linda 74 Noll. Virgil 71 Novak. Barbara 16. 17, 73 Nyblom, Gary 74, 43 O'Brien, Charlene 29, 71 O'Brien, Kathy 71. 43 O'Brien. Kathy 5. 18. 39. 49, 74. 51 O'Connor, Mary 73 O'Day. Linda 80 O'LAUGHLIN. TIMOTHY 30. 39 ONE ACT PLAY 17 OH. Kathy 71. 43 OH. JOSEPH 28 Otto, Dale 73. 52 Otto. Joyce 46. 49. 56. 57, 74. 43 PAPER STAFF 45 Paz, Nelson 12. 16. 30. 31. 8, 9. 63. 66 80. 89 PERKINS. CHARLES 30. 31 PETERSON. RICHARD 24 Plonske, John 47. 73 Porter, Beverly 73 Possin, Kevin 48. 63. 73 PUDLITZKE. DALE 30.31 QUILL AND SCROLL 44 Randall, Elmer 49. 71 Randall. 31,74 Redman. Charles II, 18, 47. 74 Redman. Thomas 67, 71 Renneke. Nancy 14, 47. 80 RICHARD, FRANCIS 30 Riesgraph. Verena 47. 80 Riesgraph. Dennis 61. 64. 66. 71 Rolf. Joycelyn 81 Rud, Linda Reuhling, Diane 73 Rusch. Charlene 46. 74. 41 SAFETY COUNCIL 50 Sass, Cheryl 47. 56. 73. 41 Savage. Deborah 74. 51. 43 Schilz. Robert 73 Schilz. Rosella 20. 74, 41 SCHMIDT. GERRY 34 Schmidt, Linda 32, 56. 49. 73. 43 Schmidt. Thomas 74 Schmitz. Rita 56. 74 Schommer. Ruth 39. 74. 43 Schuldt. Mary 51, 73 Schultz, David 61 Schultz. Marie 73 Schultz. Shirley 33. 81 Schuman, Marjorie 71 Schuneman, Jack 26, 31. 49. 71 Schuneman, Tom 49. 61. 74 SCHUNAMEN. MRS. WILLIAM 35 SCIENCE CLUB 50 Scully. Judy 16. 33. 38. 44. 49. 74, 92. 40. 42. 43. 51 Seaver. Gail 73 Seaver, Gary 47, 66. 74 Seaver, Joan 71 Seaver. Joyce 73 Seaver. Sharon 71 Sellnow. Dale 71. 52 Sellnow, Darrell 53, 74 Sellnow, Ronald 71. 52 Shaunessy. Patricia II, 13. 79, 81 SIEMON. MARVIN 24 Simcox. Ruth 74. 51. 43 Skelly, Dorothy 29, 48, 71 Skelly, Tom 52 Soller. Nancy 29. 49. 71 SOLLER. DAVID 35 Spear, Linda 73 Stier, Cynthia 56. 74. 43 Stier. Dale 71 STIER. IDA 35 Stiles. Alice J9. 44. 46. 81, 51 Stiles. Priscilla 33, 45. 46, 74, 51. 43. 41 Stradcutter, James 15, 21, 61, 73 Stradcutter. Joseph 8. 18. 44. 46. 63, 67. 74 Stradcutter. Rachel 32. 33 Stringer. Nancy 44. 46, 48, 81, 53 Stringer, Susan 27. 71 STUDENT COUNCIL 40. 41 Sullivan. Terry 67, 73 Sullivan. Theresa 56. 73 Terrio. Jerry 46. 64. 61 Tesch. Renee 48. 71 Tesch. Ruth 73 Thomason, Jerry 73 Thomason. Leon 31 Thomason, Lloyd 73 TIKALSKY. ESTER 34 TOLZMAN. AUGUST 35 TRACK 66 Tordsen, Craig 2. 16. 18. 17, 49. 67, 75 Traxler, Kenneth 71 VOLLMAR. MARY 33 Wagener. Ross 18. 47, 48. 66, 75 Wagner. David 18, 44, 47, 48, 61, 62, 63. 67. 75 Walerius, Marty 61, 81, 52 Weldon. Ann 56. 75 Weldon. Brendan 61. 63. 67, 52 Weldon, Chris 71 Weldon, Jean 75 Weldon. Judith 75 Weldon. Madonna 75 Weldon. Patricia 73 Weldon, Shelly 48, 71 Weldon, Thomas 73, 52 Westphal. David Wieger. Barbara 26, 81 Weise, Lowell 18. 47. 49. 75. 52. 53 Weise. Randee 71 WILHELMI. SYLVIA 28 Willson, Richard 44. 64. 65. 75 Witt. David Witt. Sharon 5. 38. 78. 81. 51 WOJCIAK. KAREN 27 Wolpern. Diane 47. 81 Wolpern, Janice 71.43 Wolpern. Linda 56. 75. 43 Wolpern. Riger 73 Wolter. Joanne 71 WRESTLING 64. 65 Young, Janelle 46. 56. 81. 53 Zellman, Layton 18. 4. 48. 67. 63. 75 Zellman, Leon 2. 12. 19. 39. 64. 81. 52 Zellman. Lynn 71 Zellmer. Linda 49. 75 Zurn. Daniel 47, 73 91 Acknowledgments Tigerian Workers Thank Those Who Served Staff With deadlines completed, the staff wishes to express our thanks to those who shared in the production of our 1968 BPHS TIGERIAN. We are grateful to those members of the staff who remained loyal to their publication until it was finally completed. We appreciated the co- operation of the administration, faculty, and the student body. To Miss Carol Meyer, our advisor, go our sincere thanks for her special guidance throughout the school year. Special thanks go to Huneke Studios of Waseca, who in conjunction with our school photographers, Tom Anderson and Steve Crosby, provided excel- lent photographical assistance. The National Scholastic Press Association made many helpful production suggestions. TIGER TOPICS provided us with local cover- age of the many school events. The local business- men contributed valuable financial assistance to our publication with their adds. The '68 TIGERIAN is the product of endless hours of hard work, painstakingly done. We have enjoyed this work as we hope that you likewise enjoy our 1968 TIGERIAN. Miss Meyer, annual advisor, congratulates the new editor appointments for the '69 TIGERIAN on Awards Day. 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