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

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1969 volume:

TIGERIAN 1969 Volume XVII Belle Plaine High School Belle Plaine, Minnesota Editors-in-Chief Judy Scully Mary Lynch Emotion Table Of Contents Page 1 Introduction 6 School Life 20 Organizations 44 and Activities Sports 56 Faculty and 70 Administration Underclassmen 76 Seniors 88 Advertisement 94 Index LEFT PAGE: Top right; Jackie Hoelz leaps into mid air in her happy exuberance. Left; Jerry Terrio and John Balk show concern as they nervously edge forward in their chairs. RIGHT PAGE: Top right; Assistant coach Peterson rallies the players with a fiery pep talk before they go get ’em. Bottom left; Recalling their past years together, Ted Kornder and Lowell Wiese embrace each other in friendship after commencement ex- ercises. Bottom right; Speaker at the Vet- eran's Day program, Craig Tordsen addreses the student body with a very forceful, mov- ing speech on America's Challenge. Work School Life LEFT PAGE: Top left; Dave Murphy cuts chicken wire as he helps prepare decorations for the Prom. Top right; Diane Kruschke pins cutouts on the main bulletin board in the lobby. Bottom; Linda Knoben powders Jean- ne Huber as she makes her up for the One- Act play. RIGHT PAGE: Top left; Ted Korn- der deposits his ballot for Homecoming Queen as Barb Baumann and Diane Busse guard the box. Bottom left; Jane Minton casts a look of boredom, but still dances on. Right; Denny Fogarty jumps to shoot to out- do the height advantage that the opposing team holds. 5 School Life 7 Fads — Fashions A variety of girls in a variety of prints show the '69 look, as stalled to keep up the looks and dress of the student body, they pause before the mirror that the Student Council in- Wild, Unique Fashions Create Individuality This year clothes were very versatile, the fashions worn were wild and colorful. The most popular color was WOW! Any color was IN! Flirts were worn often by the girls for school and many casual occasions. Culottes and jump suits of a reasonable length were also suitable for school wear. Dirndl skirts were big on the fashion scene. Jumpers and matching skirt and sweater sets also appeared. Dressy dresses with unlined sleeves were a common sight. But the boys did not let the girls get all the fashion news. They wore novel clothing such as turtlenecks, wide ties, pendletons, w'ld, colorful shirts, and zangy bell bottoms. Also among the new styles were desert boots. The old-fashioned look was back too, for instance: the high-necked ruffled collar, lace, puffy sleeves, and round toed, high heeled shoes Fads and fashion change radically from year to year. Some are good and others we don't really care for: but it Is fun to think back at all the wild and crazy fashions that were worn and how different they can be! 1968-69 was a fun year with clothes and one that undoubtedly won't be forgotten. Ronnie Sellnow and Scott Me'chior display the mod look for boys, a common sight around the classroom. 8 Student Gov’t Day Student Takeover Held; Government Day Succeeds The students took over Belle Pla'ne High on April 10 for the annual Student Government Day. The students seized control of the administrative, school board, and faculty positions. The student worked closely with the teacher that he was going to teach for. Each of the students that taught had their com- ments. Some of them were; We should have it twice a year! , and I think it helps a student decide if he likes teaching and if he would like to become a teacher. The students also were asked to give suggestions for improvement on a prepared ques- tionnaire. One main idea given was that a student should sit in on the class the day before they teach. Overall the day was a success for all the student teachers and administration. Above left; Pern Heefner and Marlene Randall inspect the card files in the library. Lower left; Mary Kruschke teaches English, malting sure their work is done. Lower right; Prin- cipal Rose Ediger prepares some forms. 9 Homecoming Retiring Queen Cheryl toasts Cleo. the new 1968 69 Home- coming Queen. Princesses Kathy Brown and Pat Huber are overjoyed as Cleo is crowned Queen. STANDING, Left to Right J. Terrio. P. Huber, J. Strad- cutter, K. Brown, J. Ediger, J. Geisler. D. Wagner, J. Hoelz. D. Fogarty. A. Bromaghim. J. Balk. SEATED. Left to Right: C. Bigaouette, Queen Cleo Hahn, T. Peterson. 10 Queen Cleo and escort Jerry reign over the 1968 Home- coming festivities. Homecoming Successful Homecoming Lifted Students’ Spirits The 1968 69 Homecoming festivities were a suc- cess in all respects. This annual event, sponsored by the Senior Class, began Thursday evening with the bonfire and pepfest, followed by the snake dance. On Friday, October I I, Belle Plaine High School was filled with excitement of the Queen Corona- tion. The five candidates: Ann Bromaghim, Jackie Hoelz, Cleo Hahn, Patti Huber, and Kathy Brown were escorted down the royal carpet to await the crowning. Retiring Queen Cheryl Geyen crowned Cleo Hahn as the 1968 69 Homecoming Queen. Friday evening the big Homecoming football game against Montgomery was played. Many Belle Plaine fans showed up for the Victory over the Red- birds. After the game a Homecoming dance was held in the elementary school gym with the music by the Liquid Soul. This is a Homecoming that will be long remem- bered by all. Homecoming Royalty danced to the electrifying beat of the Liquid Soul. II Halloween Civic Organizations Sponsor Activities On October 31. while the streets of Belle Plaine were being invaded by little goblins carrying their goody bags, grades 9-12 were getting the'r cos- tumes on to go to the annual Halloween Dance. This dance put on by businessmen of Belle Pla'ne was held in the grade school gym. Over two hun- dred students dressed up in many wild, scary, and undescribable costumes, which were worn to set the scene for this night of witches, goblins, and spooks. Music by the Blue Chip helped the dance to be a real success. The seventh and eighth grade enjoyed a roller skating party at the LeSueur arena. Free pop and other refreshments were provided by the Belle Plain businessmen, who with their kindness and cooperation made th s whole night possible. Cheryl Effertz end Denny O'Connor freeltout et the Hollo- ween Dance. Top: K. Oft and M. Moody have a lick n qood time at the Halloween Dance. Bottom: Raqady Ann and Andy J. Terrio and D. Foqarty show their imaqination. 12 Debbie Mil! stamps an underclassman for admission as Linda Zellmer looks on. Annual Dance Yearbook Dance Raises Spirits of Drooping Fans The night of October 25, 1968 brought not only the heartbreaking loss of the final game of the season between our Tigers and the LeSueur Giants but also the Annual Dance, sponsored by this year's TIGERIAN staff. They drooping spirits of the Tiger fans rose as they happily reminisced past events of the year gone-by, paging slowly through their new, memory filled annuals. Many experienced unexpected sur- prise as they saw for the first time candid pictures of unknowing subjects. The music from records supplied by the students themselves, lent itself to dancing. Added to the busy chatter of students, alumni, and teachers pres- ent, they passed their memory books to one another for notes and autographs. Many students will agree that without an annual, numerous high school memories would be lost. Newly acquired annuals have students end the returning occupied for the night during the signing period, alumni exchanging notes and autographs. Everyone is kept 13 Christmas Ball Christmas Tree Reigns Over Activity at Ball The annual Christmas Ball, second only to the Prom in social significance, was held on December 14, 1968. This dance was sponsored by the A team cheerleading squad. The profits from th's event are used to purchase new outfits and pom poms for the cheerleaders. The girls worked hard and long, transforming the old elementary gym into a decorated wonderland of fantasy. Outstanding was the real Christmas tree, placed in the center for all to enjoy. Many couples danced to the sound of the Clockwork Orange, who supplied the entertainment for the evening. Some chose to sit around the bleachers and visit. The busy chatter combined with the shuffling of dancing feet to provide a background that lulled the spectators. Dancers were donned in splendor and glamour for this elegant occasion. After the monotony of school work, this gala affair provided something to look forward to in the bleak winter months. Above: Forming two lines the couples swung out to the rock rhythm of the music Left: Pieced in the center, the Christmas tree drew the attention of the dancers, as they danced around it. 14 Slave Day FHA Sponsors Activities Dance, Slave Day Succeed The Future Homemakers of America is an active group. On their agenda of activities is the annual FHA Hat dance. They sponsored this event, held in the old elementary gym. The Clockwork Orange provided the music that many danced to, while others just chose to sit and listen. Also on the list of activities is the yearly held Slave Day. Slaves were auctioned off by Jon Ediger and Denny Fogarty on March 14 and 15. The high school boys showed real competition during the bidding period. St. Patrick's Day was chosen as the day the girls had to serve their masters. At 4 p.m., the girls could reclaim their freedom. Many will agree that this event provided wholesome fun and was a worthwhile experience for all participat- ing. During the Slave Day proceedings. Master Roger Bromaghim gives his orders to his slaves. Linda Knoben and Kathy O'Brien dance to the swinging beat Many enjoyed the event, of the Clockwork Orange at the annual FHA Hat Dance. 15 Sadie Hawkins GAA Breaks Tradition; End of Hawkins Royalty The Girls Athletic Association sponsored the annual Sad;e Hawkins dance, held on April 19, 1969. This dance provides all high school girls with their one opportunity to turnabout and a lc the boy of their choice. Tradition was broken when the GAA decided to no longer have a Hawkins king and queen. They retained the custom of Marryin' Sam and the wed- ding ceremony and rings. Appearing at intermis- sion, Marryin' Sam united the happy couples. The old elementary gym was decorated with straw and tissue paper. Completing the decor was the original costumes of those attending. Music was provided by the Blue Chip, who swung out in song for the enjoyment of all present. Those who took advantage of the situation will have many fond memories of the night, proving that turn- about is fair play. Right: John Ediger demonstrates to Annie Foqarty the art of tieing a tie. Below: Many Hawkins hillbillies sat around the bleachers, discussing the costumes. Sweetheart Dance Looking on in awe and amazement, Jim Stradcutter leans on Contemplating and comparing, he eagerly listens, the stage front, pondering the background of this band. Recently crowned, the new chapter sweetheart, Joyce Otto, dances to the music. Joyce Otto Selected FFA Chapter Sweetheart The annual Sweetheart dance, sponsored by the Future Farmers of America, was held on January 17, 1969. The highlight of the dance was the crowning of the new FFA Chapter Sweetheart. Selection of the girls for candidacy was done be- forehand, judgement coming from a statement that they submitted describing their desire to the throne. The FFA boys then secretly balloted. The results were revealed at intermission when retiring queen, Eileen Hanlon placed the jeweled crown on Joyce Otto. She also received a bouquet of red roses. Judy Morrison and Ruth Schommer completed the reigning court. Providing the music for the soc hop were popular recording stars. Assuming her duties and responsibilities, the new sweetheart will represent the Belle Plaine FFA Chapter of all FFA-sponsored events, social func- tions, and conventions. 17 Prom Formally Dressed Dancers Explore “Grecian Gardens” Prom, the biggest social event of the year al- ways begins the same. There is always an empty gym, the problem of decorating that gym, and a class of imaginative juniors to solve that prob- lem. The juniors attempted this feat with eager expectations, minds and hands. After the long hours of planning, the even longer hours of deco- rating began. By May 17, the gym was no longer the drab, empty place it had been just three short days earlier. The dream became a reality: Grecian Gardens was splendidly portrayed by lovely white pillars encircled with ivy, an enchanting little fountain under an arch of scented flowers, and the walls were enhanced by white paper and ivy coverings. Delicate crepe paper gently dipped from the center of the ceiling to the walls, being regal enough to make any Greek God feel at home. Music for the evening was provided by the Soul Package. Intermission found senior class president, Barb Baumann, reading the Last Will and Testa- ment. Junior class president, Roger Bromaghim read the 1969 Class Prophecy. The 1969 Prom, Grecian Gardens, created many enjoyable and fun-filled memories for all attending. Ready to beqin the Grand March. John Balk and Annie Fogarty wait in line by vine-clad columns. Senior class president, Barb Baumann, and her escort, Joe Glynn, and junior class pres'dent. Roger Bromaghim, and his date, Shelly Weldon, lead the Granch March as it spirals around the gymnasium. Above left; Entertainment for the evening was provided by the “Soul Package. as they swing out in song. Above right; After the Grand March, couples dance lingeringly to the slow music. Bottom left; Seated at decorated tables, Colleen and Judy Weldon display their gay mood. Prom Organizations and Activities National Honor Society N.H.S., FRONT ROW. Left to Right R. Ediger. B. Bau- mann. A. Bromaghim, D. Fogarty, B. Flynn, N. Soller. J. Scully. MIDDLE ROW: J. Huber. J. Otto. L. Schmidt. R. Nine New Inductees Honored With Membership On February 5, 1969, nine new members were inducted into the National Honor Society. Mem- bership is based on the tour qualities of: Scholar- ship, Leadership, Service, and Character. The stu- dents inducted were: Barb Flynn and Nancy Soller, Sophomores; Rose Ediger, Rita Hally, Jeanne Huber, and Dan Zurn, Juniors: Glenn Ahrens, Pat Huber, and Rich Willson, Seniors. At the induction, Craig Tordsen, NHS president, presided as master of ceremonies. Mr. Geyen, ad- visor, spoke a few words and issued the certificates. Members gave speeches on the four qualities and also helped with the roll call of new members. Mr. Bartholow concluded the program with a short speech. Holly. J. McConnell, P. Huber. BACK ROW: R. Willison, J. Plonslte, J. Stradcutter, D. Zurn. C. Tordsen, G. Ahrens. John Plonslte read the Twenty Third Psalm at the induction ceremonies, a tradition of the rites. 22 Quill and Scroll Quill and Scroll, FRONT ROW. Loft to Right: R. Holly. D. Fahey, R. Willson. P. Huber. MIDDLE ROW: R. Ediger. J. Scully. K. Hayes, C. Tordsen, G. Ahrens. BACK ROW: D. Fogarty, D. Wagner. R. Bromoghim. T. Anderson, J. Strad- cutter. Quill and Scroll members brouqht the year to a grand finish by having a picnic at the Baseball Park. Journalistic Society Updated Grads’ Records Membership in Quill and Scroll meant that the members were part of the International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. In our school, members were chosen from those students on either Annual or Paper staff who have shown outstanding abilities in their respective organization, and who have made the scholastic requirements. The initiation of new members took place on November 18, with the traditional candle-lighting ceremony. Seven new members were inducted: Glenn Ahrens, Roger Bromaghim, Rose Ediger, Denise Fahey, Rita Hally, Kathy Hayes, and Pat Huber. This past year, Quill and Scroll met every other Monday evening at 5:30 for a supper meeting at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Albrecht. Members took turns providing the meals, after which a work period was spent on updating the t ies on past graduates. This year, the classes of 1964, 1959, and 1954 were brought up to date. Mrs. Albrecht also kindly took the time to update the class of 1949. 23 Annual Staff Annual Staff, FRONT ROW, Left to Right: P. Ruber , R. L. Knoben . G. Ahrens . R. Wilson. denotes active mem Schommer . R. Tesch . R. Hally , M. Kruschke . M. Lynch . bars. BACK ROW: J. Scully . C. Tordsen. K. Brown, T. Anderson , Staff Sets Higher Goals For Improved Book The purpose of an annual is fo be a permanent record of all that has happened during the school year and also to serve as a memory and reference book for use in the future. These things are what the 1969 TIGERIAN staff set as their goals in hopes of making their annual not just an annual, but an ANNUAL. During Thanksgiving vacation, two members from the staff attended the National Scholastic Press Convention held at the Palmer House in Chicago. The delegates sent were Judy Scully, co-editor, and Rita Hally, assistant editor. They returned with much valuable information. The information gained was centered mostly in the areas of planning and setting the theme of the yearbook. One of the sessions was a roundtable discussion for yearbook editors at which a discussion of problems and sug- gestions gave the delegates many helpful hints. 24 Retiring annuel advisor, Mrs. Kruschke. receives her copy of the '68 TIGERIAN from Glenn Ahrens. 1969 TIGERIAN Section Editors School Life ..................................... Judy Scully Organizations and Activities ..................... Rita Hal!y Sports ........................................... Mary Lynch Faculty and Academics.............................Judy Scully Classes .......................................... Pat Huber Assistants ................................ Ruth Schommer Judy Scully Advertisements ............................... Linda Knoben Paper Staff Paper Staff. FRONT ROW. Left to Riqht: D. Fahey. P. Miller. J. Benike. S. Melchior. J. Hayes. L. Schmidt. MIDDLE ROW: R. Willson, D. Kruschke. D. Hanlon. C. Tordsen. D. Murphy. J. Plonske. K. Ott. R. Ediqer. BACK ROW: D. Foqarty. B. Novak. R. Carlson. T. Anderson. R. Bromaqhim. D. Fogarty. R. Hillstrom. K. Hayes. Denise Fahey. 1970 co-editor, and Craiq Tordsen. 1969 editor-in-chief, of TIGER TOPICS give the final issue one last review. Staff Produces Eight Page Final Issue Throughout the 1968-69 school, the TIGER TOPICS staff strove to make each issue of the paper just a bit better than the preceding one. They did just this—and produced a final issue that contained eight pages. This issue was a commemo- rative one and it reviewed, in full detail, all that happened during the nine months that we attended school. 1969 TIGER TOPICS Staff Editors Assistants Paqe 1 Kathy Hayes Barb Novak Page 2 Craiq Tordsen Rog Bromaqhim Page 3 Rose Ediqer Denise Fahey Page A Pat Miller Dave Murphy 25 Student Council Student Council, FRONT ROW. Left to Riqht: L. Zel'man. C. Hahn. P. Huber. D. Murphy, R. Barfknecht. W. Meqer. D. Flynn. MIDDLE ROW: N. Dvorak. A. Fogarty. S. Hanlon. J. Scully. D. Kruschke. S. Melchoir. B. Flynn, R. Ediger. BACK ROW: B. Baumann. C. Tordsen. J. Stradcutter, D. Zurn, R. Bromaghim, D. Wagener. D. Riesgraph. J. Plonske, D. Busse. Calendar Sales Surge Council’s A.F.S. Fund Student council is the representative government body. Each organization and class sends delegates to the monthly meetings. Guiding the group this year were its officers: Joe Stradcutter, president; Rose Ediger, vice-president; Judy Scully, secretary: and Roger Bromaghim, treasurer. The council sponsored many activities throughout the school year: a soc hop for both junior and senior high, Student Government Day. the Christ- mas program, and Awards Day. New members soon found out that belonging meant work; such as help- ing to obtain queen’s cars for Homecoming, taking tickets at games, working in the concession stand, making posters for Dress-Up Day, and selling BPHS stickers. However, the main project of the council is the American Field Service Exchange Program. Bring- ing an AFS student to Belle Plaine every year is the main goal. This is accomplished by the annual com- munity birthday calendar sales. Every one knows that the council is the place to go to air any problems and gripes, or to voice an opinion for improvement. Danny Murphy and Scott Melcho r student council members, decorate the Christmas tree that was displayed in the school lobby. 26 One-Act Play On«-Act Play Cast, Left to Right; Judy Scully, (The Maid), Craig Tordsen (The Professor), Jean Huber (The Pupil). The maid qained power over the professor when he tried to attack her after killing the pupil. The Lesson was a highly symbolic and contemporary play aimed at the establishment. Ionesco’s “The Lesson’’ Placed Fifth in District Eugene Ionesco’s One-Act play, The Lesson, was chosen by Mrs. Hasbrook, One-Act director, for the 1969 One-Act competition. The Lesson was a play full of symbolism and sarcasm about the establishment. Through the use of representing youth as an unsuspecting and naive girl seeking tutoring from an old professor, representing soci- ety, with an uncontrollable urge for killing, the author brought out the importance of developing one's thoughts and character while still young. The maid was the driving force behind the conflict between the professor and the pupil. As the play progressed, the professor and pupil found them- selves becoming more and more in conflict with each other, resulting in the murder of the pupil, youth, by the professor, society, with the maid promoting the deed. On January 25th. the cast and crew journeyed to Lakeville for presentation of the play, returning with two B ratings and one ”B-fThese earned BPHS fifth place in the district 13 drama compe- tition. The play was also presented to a group of the student body on February 14. 27 Spring Play Spring Play. Left to Riqht: P. Melchior (Juror No. Two). D. Fogarty (Juror No. Three). R. Bromaghim (Juror No. Twelve), M. O'Connor (Juror No. Ten). D. Gerdes (Juror No. Six). M. Lynch (Juror No. One), D. Ahrens (Guard). J. Stradcutter (Juror No. Eight). N. Trailer (Juror No. Nine). J. Huber (Juror No. Four). J. Plonske (Juror No. Five). K. Brown (Juror No. Seven). B. Hahn (Juror No. Eleven). “Twelve Angry Jurors” First All-School Play On April 11 and 12, Belle Plaine High School presented its first all-school play, Twelve Angry Jurors , by Sherman L. Sergei. Arena staging was also used—another first for BPHS. The entire play took place in midsummer, in a jury room following the trial of a boy charged with the fatal stabbing of his father. At first, the jurors thought it would be a unanimous decision of guilty—all but juror number eight. He wasn't sure beyond a reasonable doubt. He set out to make the other jurors see that there was a question as to the boy's being guilty. He did this by re-enacting the crime and taking a thorough investigation of the witnesses' testimonies. Gradu- ally, he did convince the other jurors—all but one, number three. When it was time for the final tally of votes number three also gave in, proving that it does pay to take a good look at what's going on. Overly emotional juror no. three threatens no. eight with shouts of •Til kill you! when the evidence becomes too convincing. 28 Senior Play FRONT ROW. Loft to Right: Lindo Zollmer (Kitty Verdun). Mary Lynch (Amy Spettigue), Kathy Brown (Ela Delahay). BACK ROW: Denny Fogarty (Jack Chesney). Craig Tordsen (Charley Wykeharm). Roger Efferti (Stephen Spettigue), Oh. no! It is! It is! exclaimed Ela when she discovered Babs impersonating Charley's Aunt. Bonnie Denier (Donna Lucia D'Alvadorei). Jerry Geisler (Sir Francis Chesney). Joe Stradcutter (Lord Babberly). Ross Wagoner (Brasset). “Charley’s Aunt,” Spoof, Presented by Seniors November 8 and 9, 1968, the senior class pre- sented Charley's Aunt to a thoroughly delighted audience. The play took place in Oxford, England, in the year 1892. Jack Chesney and Charley Wykeham, are chums at college. They are in desperate need of a chaperon as they want their sweethearts, Kitty Verdun and Amy Spettigue, to pay them a visit. Charley s Aunt, Donna Lucia D Alvadorez, from Brazil, seems to be the answer to their problems until she later informs them that she can't make it. A friend, Lord Fancourt Babberly, is persuaded to play the part of Charley's Aunt. The boys invited the girls to come and meet Aunt Lucia but Mr. Stephen Spettigue, Amy' father and Kitty' s guar- dian came to take them home. Mr. Spettigue fell in love with Charley's Aunt. The real Aunt arrived with Ela Delahay, Fancourt's sweetheart. Adding to the mayhem v as Jack’s father, Sir Francis Ches- ney, who fell in love with the real Aunt. In the end all was revealed, and everyone found out that Charley's Aunt wasn't really Charley's Aunt. 29 Debate Debaters Travelled to St. Cloud Invitational Resolved: That the United States should establish a system of compulsory service for all its citizens. This statement, chosen by the Minnesota High School League, sent our debaters to various invita- tional tournaments throughout the state. They at- tended an overnight for the annually held event at St. Cloud State College. They also travelled to other tournaments at Waconia, Hopkins, Lakeville, and Norwood. At the end of the season, they rep- resented BPHS at the district elimination finals held in South St. Paul. The varsity A squad was composed of Craig Tordsen and Roger Bromaghim, negative, and Deb Savage and Judy Scully, affirm- ative. Many long hours were spent listening to tapes, reading, cutting evidence, rehearsing and preparing a plan to use. Many trips were taken to the Min- neapolis Public Library to research. Deb Savage and Craig Tordsen search for evidence for their files in the high school library. Debate team, FRONT ROW, Left to Right: K. Hayes. D. Savage. B. Novalc. BACK ROW: J. Scully. R. Bromaghim, C. Tordsen. 30 Deciam Deciam team, FRONT ROW. Left to Right: J. Benike. R. him. R. Huber. $. Melchior, L. Stier. S. Hanlon. Not Pic- Bieder, J. Huber. G. Barlage. D. Oldenberg, J. Bartholow. tured—Judy Scully BACK ROW R. Hally. K. Wagner. T. Anderson. R. Bromag- Joy Bartholow and Jeanne Huber listen attentively to Ramona Bieder tell her tall tale about the Devil in the Barrell. Two BP Competitors Advanced to Regionals This past school year Belle Plaine High School was privileged to have two of its declam team members advance to region competition. They were Ramona Bieder and Nancy Soller. To do this they were required to compete in elimination rounds until their scores were high enough. District competition was held at Waterville. Par- ticipants spent the day competing and speaking or listening to challengers in the other categories. During this meet, Ramona and Nancy earned the right to advance to the district. Participants and their categories were as follows Tom Anderson—discussion; Joy Bartholow—Serious: Jane Benkie—humorous; Ramona Bieder—Storytell- ing; Gerry Barlage—Humorous; Rita Hally—story- telling; Jeanne Huber—Original Oratory; Robert Huber—Humorous; Sharon Hanlon—extemp, read- ing: Rog Bromaghim—extemp, speaking; Scott Mel- chior—humorous; Denise Olderberg—humorous; Leon Stier—serious; Karen Wagener—serious. 31 Safety Council At the safety council-sponsored accident prevention program, members map out the length of feet between the reaction Council Demonstrated Accident Prevention 1969 took on greater meaning for the safety council. Greater responsibility was met when the council planned and presented an accident preven- tion program. The purpose of the program was to caution the audience against the dangers of speed- ing. Edward S. Adams, representative from an in- surance company, addressed the student body in the gym and explained why drivers should stay within the posted speed limits. He also posed the question to them—WHAT can I do to help solve the traffic accident problem? His answer was a logical one and gave shocking results. After his speech, the faculty and student body went out- doors and watched the local policeman, Fred Wie- ger, demonstrate, with the use of a provided car, just how long it does take for the brain to tell the foot to step on the brake. Various members of the student and faculty also took their turns at the wheel. time and the braking time. Safety Council, FRONT ROW, Left to Right: L. Gregory, J. Flaherty, M. Malin. BACK ROW: B. Huber, D. Hanlon, J. Ediger. 32 Mr. Heitkamp explains the genetic characteristics of albino and normal plant life to Tom Anderson and Dan Zurn. Science Club Club Members Explored The Scientific World Science Club is organized for all those interested science students that want to expand and broaden their background. Under the guidance of Mr. Or- ville Heitkamp, the group functioned and met this goal. Meeting on alternate Monday evenings, members performed various experiments and collected scien- tific data for examination. After previewing and graphing their results, failure or success could be determined. Members also had the opportunity to catch up on any back chemistry, biology, or physics experi- ments for class assignment. They worked with the Van de Graph machine, seismograph, and other scientific indicators. Subjects were covered from growing cultures to electricity. Science Club, FRONT ROW. Left to Right: P. Miller. R. J. Nitj. BACK ROW: D. Ahrens, D. Gerdes, L. Zellmen. R. Willson J. Scully, C. Tordsen, J. Plonske. G. Ahrens, L. Stier, Bromeghim, K. Possin, T. Anderson, D Zurn, J. Stredcutter. 33 F.H.A. F.H.A., FRONT ROW, Left to Right: B. Malz, C. O’Brien, J. Edberg. D. Savage. R. Tesch. BACK ROW: S. Weldon, K. K. Meger, M. Meger, P. Stiles. C. Borgardt. K. Meger, P. Ott. D. Hennen, L. Knoben, M. Cauley, A. Bromaghim, J. Haefer, B. Malz. MIDDLE ROW: N. Soller. A. Fogarty, M. Holmquist, K. O’Brien. J. Hoelz. B. Denzer. Schuldt, M. Mueller, M. Randall, D. Herrmann. J. Scully, Future Homemakers Stage Annual Banquet for Moms The Future Homemakers of America is organized for anyone interested in the homemaking arts. This group selects one section of POW to work on for the year. POW is the national wide program of work that was designated for all FHA'ers. The FHA sponsors many activities throughout the school year. Among them is the annual Hat dance. This year it was held on November 15 in the old elementary gym. Slave Day coincidentally fell on St. Patrick's Day. Many participated, lend- ing the events to a real success. Before a home basketball game, a pizza supper was held for the girls. Each member contributed his own food before going together in the con- finement of the home economics room. Future plans for the group include a touring trip through the Betty Crocker kitchens in Min- neapolis. Also on the agenda is a picnic basket lunch with the FFA boys. At the FHA’s annuel mother-daughter banquet, Bonnie Mali and her mother select their meal from the buffet table. 34 F.F.A. F. F.A.. FRONT ROW. Left to Right: D. Fahey, A. Molz, S. Haefner. J. Flaherty. R. Schultz, N. Dvorak. R. Hamsted. D. Fahey, K. Meger, R. Mali. D. Sellnow. D. Koepp. D. Sellnow, L. Liebhardt. B. McCue. L. Thomason, D. Baumann, D. McConnell. T. Stopplemen. SECOND ROW: T. Fahey. G. Mali. D. Buesgens, W. Hillstrom. THIRD ROW: T. Skelly, D. Schultz, G. Manthe. T. Hillstrom. M. Carney, J. Balk, T. Weldon. G. Neisen, G. Buzzman, K. Fogarty, L. Bratsch. BACK ROW: J. McCormick, R. Biqaouette, R. Harms. R. Hillstrom. D. Bartels, B. Volek. J. Thomason. L. Wiese. T. Kornder, R. Wolpern, L. Chard, J. Ediger. Local Chapter Attends District Conference The Belle Plaine FFA Chapter sponsored the District 13 fall Leadership Conference held on September 16th 1969. Ted Kornder, Dist. Sentinel, explained the duties and responsibilities as an of- ficer. State officers, including Greg Dvorak as State Sentinel, attended the meeting with from each chapter. Later in the year, the FFA participated in the district creed and extemporaneous speaking contest. This was held in Norwood on March 4th. Jerome Flaherty placed second in the creed speaking con- test and advanced to the regional contest. The FFA officers for the 1969 school year were: Lowell Wiese, President; Tim Fahey, Sentinel; Nick Dvorak, Vice-President; Mike Carney Treasurer; and Ron Hillstrom, Reporter. 35 At the FFA Pancake breakfast. Ron Hillstrom and Mr. Harms, advisor, busily turn pancakes in the kitchen. F.T.A F.T.A., FRONT ROW, Left to Right: J. Wolpern. D. Lynch. M. Miller. C. Haefner, L. Wolpern, J. McConnell, K. Meger, S. Meger. G. Barlage. D. Oldenberg K. O’Brien. SECONO ROW: L. Schmidt. K. Meger, B. Ballc. J. Huber. P. Stiles. P. Miller. B. Oelfke. M. Lynch. B. Porter. THIRD ROW: D. Sav- An informal get-together was held at the home of Mrs. Al- brecht, FTA advisor, for the visiting Kennedy students. age. R. Ediger. B. Flynn, B. Hahn, K. Ott. D. Busse, B. Bau- mann. D. Kahle. C. Rusch. J. Scully. C. Moldenhauer. BACK ROW: D. Hanlon, K. Hayes. C. Tordsen, J. Kahle. M. Moody. G. Nyblom. L. Rud. R. Carlson. B. Novak, G. Ahrens. J. Bromaghim. Chapter Participates in Project: Understanding The Future Teachers of America is designed for those who want to find out if a teaching career is for them. Each member selects a teacher that he would like to assist all year long. Through Student Government Day, the members were given the real opportunity to actually teach in the classroom scene. They worked diligently preparing transparen- cies, correcting objective paper work, preparing bulletin boards, and recording grades. At the bi- monthly meetings, teachers were invited to speak. Under the leadership of Barb Baumann, the group sponsored a soc hop. In the spring, they served lunch to the Mankato State College class every Monday. Delegates were sent to the state convention. Those attending were Barb Baumann, Judy Scully and advisor, Mrs. Albrecht. The group also participated in the state-wide Project: Understanding. This program had BPHS send five of its students to Bloomington Kennedy High School and vice versa. All stated that it was a very worthwhile experience to compare a large city school to a small rural school. 36 G.A.A. G.A.A.. FRONT ROW, left to Right: K. O'Brien, T. F=ahoy. THIRD ROW: N. Soller. C. Weldon. D. Kruschke. L Sullivan, K. Meger. K. Buesgens. B. Balk, L. Schmidt. C. Hahn. Knoben. K. Brown, K. Ott. A. Weldon. D. Kahle. R. Tesch. G. Barlege. SECOND ROW: J. Otto. R. Johnson. R. Hally. BACK ROW: S. Weldon. J. Kahle. D. Hennen, M. Moody. R. Tesch, R. Ediger, B. Jones, K. Meger, M. Lynch, D. C. Sass, A. Bromaghim. D. Fogarty, J. Hoeli. B. Denser. G.A.A. Boosted Homecoming Through Button Sales This year, the Girls' Athletic Association, better known as GAA, started off the year with the sale of Homecoming buttons. The design of the buttons was white printing on a red background. By vote of the seniors, the slogan— Give Monty the Bird!! —was chosen and displayed in capital letters on the button. The profits made from the button sales was $55.14. The money made from the sale of buttons was used for the yearly, traditional Sadie Hawkins dance held in the spring of the year. The Sadie Hawkins dance in the much-expected girl-ask-boy dance. At the dance, with the appearance of Marryin’ Sam, couples were united in mock mar- riage. much to their delight. The executive offices for 1969 were held by: Bonnie Denzer, Preddent; Ann Bromaghim, Vice- President; Cheryl Sass, Secretary; and Rita Hally, Treasurer. The activities the girls participated in were: volley- ball, trampoline, tumbling, and bowling. Ruth Tesch. G.A.A. member, sells Homecominq buttons to Randy Carlson. Pam Haefner Mark Weiger. and Marty Will- son. 37 Gymnastics Gymnastics team, Left to Right: K. O'Brien. P. Huber. M. C. Hahn. Lynch. K. Ott. J. Hoelz. D. Fogarty, J. Otto, G. Barlege. Girl Gymnasts Competed In Only One Invitational This past year, the girls' gymnastics team was not as active as it had been in previous years. The team did perform in one invitational meet held at Jordan High school. The categories that the girls participated in were: Gerry Baglage—mats and tramp; Deb Fogarty— balance beam; Cleo Hahn—mats; Jackie Hoelz— tramp and floor exercise; Pat Huber—parallel bars; Kathy O'Brien—mats and horse; Kathy Ott—tramp; Joyce Otto—horse and mats; 38 Deb Fogarty gracefully lifts herself up and over as she executes a front-over. Cheerleaders A-Squad Cheerleaders, Left ♦o Right: J. Otto. M. Lynch, J. Diers. J. Hoelz. P. Huber. C. Hahn. Combined Squads Attend I.C.F.-Sponsored Clinic On October 5, 1968, the A team cheerleaders and their advisor, Miss Wilhelmi, attended a one- day workshop sponsored by the International Cheer- leading Foundation at Augsburg College. The clinic began at 8:00 in the morning and continued into the afternoon. The instructors were I.C.F. registered teachers who were all colleg:ate cheerleaders. The day was spent listening to lectures and working on new routines and motions. Both the wrestling and basketball squads performed a cheer and received a critical evaluation of it. The girls who composed the two squads were: Jackie Hoelz, Pat Huber, and Mary Lynch on one, and. Jane Diers, Cleo Hahn, and Joyce Otto on the other. 39 Cheerleaders Mary Lynch and Pat Huber inspire the spec- tators and team onward toward the final goal—a victory. LEFT PAGE: Top right; Soloists that starred at the district are Kathy Brown, Deb Fogarty, and Priscilla Stiles. RIGHT PAGE: Top right; In deep concentration, Mr. Barfknecht earnesty directs the chorus. Senior High Chorus, FRONT ROW, Left to Right: P. Huber. K. Meger. D. Fahey, R. Hally. R. Schilz. M. Kruschke. SECOND ROW: B. Flynn, J. Mellgren, S. Stringer, R. Hillstrom. G. Horrman. A. Fogarty. THIRD ROW: D. Kruschke, L. Knoben. K. Brown, J. Hoelz. J. Kahle, J. Strad- cutter. BACK ROW: J. Plonske. R. Anderson, C. Sass, J. Terrio, D. Gerdes, R. Wagner. A Choir of Carollers Strolled at Christmas This past year the Chorus undertook yet another activity—carolling at Christmastime. During the Yuletide season, choir members, along with their director, Mrs. Barfnecht, brought cheer to the residents of the Lutheran Home for the Aged by presenting a program of religious and novelty songs. On a cold and bitter winter's night during Christ- mas vacation, the chorus strolled the downtown streets, entertaining the bustling merchants and shoppers. The local bakery rewarded their efforts by a contribution of hot rolls. Other activities of the chorus last year were presenting the annual Christmas and Spring con- certs, and participating in the District 13 music contest—returning with four members going on to the state contest at Highland Park High. FRONT ROW. Let o Right: A. Fogarty. D. Savage. P. Stiles. R. Wiese. M. Lynch, B. Ball. C. Haefner. SECOND ROW: B. Denzer. D. Kahle. C. Rusch. J. Wolter. S. Weldon. M. Anderson. B. Buesgens. THIRD ROW: G. Geisler. A. Bromaghim, D. Fogarty. B. Novat, K. Hayes. G. Seaver, K. Ott. BACK ROW: L. Wiese. T. Anderson, T. Komder, D. Fogarty. J. Busse, J. Stradcutter. J. Holmquist, J. Lundborg. Band Senior High Bend, FRONT ROW, left to Right: M. Miller, M. Melin, J, Bertholow. J. Benike. SECOND ROW: R. Carl son, R. Barfknecht, R Tesch, R. Waqener, P. O'Brien. L. Stier. THIRD ROW: S. Weldon. D. Skelly, J. Fogarty, J. Hayes. J. Otto, N. Hennen, D. Busse, J. McConnell. BACK ROW: D. Bronke, G. Bipes. R. Ediger, D. Hanlon. L. Zellman D. Meger, D. McConnell. M. Wegner. Belle Plaine Gained Four “Stars” in Competition The annual band contest was held on April 15th at New Prague high school, of which Belle Plaine was a participant. Altogether, Belle Plaine received four stars, each stars signifying an A rating. The band received one star and the other three went to the brass sextet, the woodwind quintet, and Craig Tordsen's solo. The annual concert was held April 17th at 8:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. The band pre- sented a variety of songs and smaller groups per- formed also. At the conclusion of the program, a token of the band's appreciation was presented to Mr. Richards. Mr. Frand Richards, long-time band director at BPH$. direct- ed the band at the Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. II. 42 Band FRONT ROW. Left to Right: L. Rud. B. Mali. S. Meger. B. Baumann. SECOND ROW: D. Savage. R. Bieder. A. Fog-, arty. N. Soller. C. O'Brien. J. Scully. THIRD ROW: D. Grey, L. Bratch, T. Anderson. C. Kucera. J. Schuneman. N. Trax- ler. L Wiese. S. Tordsen. BACK ROW: K. Wagner. D. Hennen, J. Busse, E. Randall. L. Ediger. R. Randall. J. Flaherty. D. Schulti. The woodwind quintet composed of Ross Wagner, Peggy O'Brien. Deb Savage, and Rhonda Barfknecht. participated in the district music contest. Craig Tordsen practiced up on his trumpet solo before going to the district music contest held in New Prague on April 15. 43 Sports Nick Dvorak pulls away from the Montgomery defender as he speeds for another touchdown. Football For a successful season, there must be determination and teamwork. Lineman. Jim McCormick displays this teamwork as Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine 13 Mayer Lutheran 39 0 Waterville 0 21 LeCenter 0 6 New Prague 26 0 Arlington 28 19 Norwood 55 18 Montgomery 19 6 Jordan 53 13 LeSueur 0 he throws a block for scrambling quarterback Denny Fogarty. Jubilant team members swamp Coach Henderson at the con- clusion of the Homecominq game with Montgomery. Football Homecoming Victory Highlights Season The Belle Plaine Gridders ended their 1968 sea- son with a 6-2-1 record and a chance to emerge as the conference champions. In the Homecoming game Montgomery came out on the short end which saw the Tigers winning a hard fought battle, 19-18. Although down 13-0 at the half the Tigers came back strong in the third quarter. As the season closed Belle Plaine met LeSueur in the game which was to decide a share in the conference championship. The Tigers were unable to get their offense going and as a result lost the game, 13 to 0. Once again the Tom Flynn Award went to LeSueur. The leadership and teamwork showed up in the number of all conference selections. Selected to the All-Conference team were Denny Fogarty, Rick Anderson, Nick Dvorak and John Balk. Receiving honorable mention were Jerry Terrio, Jim McCor- mick, Jon Ediger, and Denny Riesgraf. John Balk and Denny Fogarty were selected to the WCCO Prep Parade of the week. FRONT ROW. Lett to. Right: J. Flaherty. D. Traxler. R. Mc- Gue. R. Willson, G. htormann, G. Geisler. D. Eischens, D. Murphy. N. Dvorak. R. Edberq W. Hillstrom. SECOND ROW: J. Ediger, T. Lundborq, J. McCormick, D. Riesgraf. D. K. Edberg. J. Busse, R. Sellnow, J. Balk, R. Anderson. D. Edberq, C. Weldon. BACK ROW: M Wagener. D. Barte's. J. Terrio. D. Witt. T. Redman, D. Wagner. R. Elder, D. Schultz. D. Fogarty. B. Volek. R. Bigaouette. and manager— M. Weiger. 47 Wrestling Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine 25 Watertown 13 21 Prior Lake 27 10 Arlington 35 16 Norwood 29 18 Jordan 30 31 LeSueur 15 1 1 Mayer Lutheran 33 32 LeCenter 14 20 New Prague 28 12 Arlington 30 19 Shakopee 29 16 Norwood 30 17 New Prague 26 Nick Dvorak shows qreat determination in the eventual take- down of his Shakoppee opponent. Dennes Riesgraf s determination is rewarded with two points by the referee and an eventual victory. 48 Wrestling FRONT ROW. Left to Right: J. Hamstad. M. Carney. R. Riesgraf. J. Ediger. D. Edberg. R. Willson. N. Dvorak. D. Anderson. D. Witt. R. Edberg. M. Bigaouette. K. Meger, Hanion. L. Thomason. G. Horrmann. S. Gregory. D. Brenke. S. Haefner. BACK ROW: J. Terrio. J. Balk. D. John Balk demonstrates to the fans, how it’s done at the expense of his helpless Shakopee opponent. First BPHS Grappler Advances to State The wrestlers, during the 1968-69 season, had an impressive record. The highlight of this sixth season was a Tiger victory over Jordan. With over fifty competitors for the twelve A squad positions, rough competition produced some great wrestling. Our matmen placed fourth in district meets at St. Peter. Five wrestlers advanced to regional com- petition: John Balk, Jerry Terrio, Jon Ediger, Rich Willson and Rick Anderson. John Balk, first Belle Plaine wrestler ever to be district champion, advanced to the regionals where he took second place and again advanced as the first Belle Plaine High School athlete ever to get to the state tournaments. He won his first match at state, but had a disappointing second match losing by I point. Many victories in the 10-3 season were clear cut decisions with the squad winning by 10 to 15 points over their opponents. The team leader in victories was John Balk who had a seasonal record of 19-0. His total record was 23-2. Jerry Terrio led in pins with thirteen. 49 Basketball Total Effort Yields Four Wins for Tiger Cagers Although the Belle Plaine Tigers vastly improved on last year's win-loss record, they found themselves on the bottom of the conference standings. This can be attributed to the lack of height the Tigers faced game in and game out. The Tigers dismal record of four wins and fifteen losses is not a true indication of the kind of basket- ball they played. The highlight of the 1968-69 basketball season was a well deserved 53-48 victory over the LeSueur Giants. In that game Belle Plaine jumped off to an early lead, lost it, and came back strong on their way to victory. The other conference victory recorded by the Tigers was a 59-43 home win over the Norwood Indians. Belle Plaine dominated play throughout the game and held off a late Indian rally. The Tigers had two men averaging in double figures this season. Senior, Denny Fogarty paced the attack scoring 262 total points with a 13.7 average. Junior, Dwight Gerdes followed close behind with 249 total points and a 13.1 points per game average. Fogarty was rewarded for his efforts by being given honorable mention in the Minnesota River Conference. Dave Wegner. Belle Plaine center, scores despite a Mont- gomery attempt to block the shot. 50 Varsity Basketball. Left to Right: L. Zellman, D. Ahrens. R Bigaouette, D. Gerdes. D. Wagner. K. Possin, R. Bromaghim T. Redman. D. Fogarty, J. Stradcutter, D. Murphy, P. Miller. Dwight Gerdes. Belle Plaine's second leading scorer adds two more points to his total for the year. Basketball Jumping high. Layton Zellman lofts a pass over the hands of two Montgomery players. Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine 58 Prior Lake 50 35 Henderson 62 60 Norwood 51 70 Cleveland 57 69 Montgomery 43 56 Jordan 44 70 LeSueur 67 55 Waseca Ag. 92 70 LeCenter 43 64 New Prague 48 67 Arlington 46 76 Montgomery 48 59 Jordan 44 43 Norwood 59 48 LeSueur 53 50 LeCenter 44 56 New Prague 30 61 Arlington 48 44 LeSueur 41 51 52 Track Track Team, Left to Riqht, FRONT ROW: B. Diers. K. Fogarty, D. McConnell, D. Ahrens. N. Dvorak. S. Haefner. K. Meger, G. Nagel. MIDDLE ROW: R. Bigaouette. K. Pos- tin, R. Bromaghim. B. Vole . G. Seaver. R. Wagener. BACK ROW: D. Meger. D. Trailer. R. Edberg. D. Riesgraf. D. Murphy, D. Brenlce. D. Murphy. Young Cindermen Gain Experience; Build Team Dennis Riesgraf uses his muscles as he hurls the shotput to another record distance. The 1969 Tiger Track Team was composed of three seniors, Ross Wagener, Gary Seaver, the injured Jerry Geisler, and a host of underclassmen. The weight of the team, however, fell on the shoulders of senior Ross Wagener, Juniors Dave Murphy, Dave Ahrens, Kevin Possin, Nick Dvorak, and sophomores Denny Riesgraf and Rick Bigaou- ette. Ross, a low hurdler and sprinter, also ran a leg of the 880 relay team. A three-year letterman in track, Dave Murphy, has been one of the big point-getters this past season. He has placed in the high jump, broad jump, 440 yard run, and was the anchor for the mile relay team. Dave Ahrens con- centrated on the hurdles and the high jump, doing well in both. Kevin surprized everyone by being a consistent placer in the mile run. Sprinter, Nick Dvorak, placed constantly in the 100 yd. dash, the 220 yd. dash and as the anchor man of the 880 relay team. Our sophomore boys are looking also. All the top point-getters were underclassmen. Dave Murphy paved the way as he contributed 60i 2 pts. Following at a close second and third were Nick Dvorak and Dennis Riesgraf with 46' 2 and 40 points respectively. 53 Baseball Varsity Baseball. FRONT ROW. Left to Right: P. Miller. G. Horrmann, C. Tordsen. J. Plonske. L. Zellman. M. Anderson. BACK ROW: J. Stradcutter, D. Gardes, D. Wagner. R. Elder. T. Redman, D. Fogarty. District Play Highlights Tiger Diamond Action After a 2 2 exhibition season the Belle Plaine baseball Tigers opened conference action with a promising 4-2 win over New Prague. But the Tiqers immediately fell into a deep slump dropping their next five games and couldn't pull out of it until their last game with LeCenter. Pat Miller led the hitting by placing short singles, ending conforence play with a .349 average. Jim Cemenslti award winner, Dave Wagner was second in hitting with a .300 average, but walking away with every possible honor, captain of the team, most valuable player and also all-conference catch- er. In contrast to Pat, Dave was primarily a long- ball hitter, clouting doubles, triples, and two home runs. Drawing Lakeville as their first district 13 oppon- ent the Tigers were determined to avenge their conference record and posted a 3-2 win over the previous district champs. In the second round the Tigers overwhelmed a suprised St. Peter team 3-0. However, in the third round the New Prague Tro- jans defeated the Tigers 3-2 in eight innings. Thus keeping Belle Plaine from winning the coveted trophy. Three year all-conference choice Dave Wagner starts his follow-through after another fine pitch. 54 Baseball Sophomore first basemen. Rcb Elder makes one of his many putouts to stall another Lakeville threat. Tiger Tallies Opponent Belle Plaine 8 Shalcopee 2 3 Mound 9 2 Burnsville 0 2 New Prague 4 7 Arlington 5 4 Norwood 1 6 Montgomery 2 4 Jordan 3 2 LeSueur 1 2 LeCenter 4 2 Lakeville 3 0 St. Peter 3 2 New Prague 1 M. Anderson, third baseman appears to be swinging for the fences as he approaches the ball for a single. 55 56 Faculty and Administration Administration School board members ere as follows; seated, left to right, Roger Hallgren, Martin Simons and John Morrison. Paul Keup. Orison Hahn. Dr. Robert Miller, standing. Dr. Administration Serves District Efficiently Managing the school district is an important responsibility but the school board members served us well. Incumbent members re-elected for another two year term are John Morrison and Richard Galles. Other present members include Orison Hahn, Paul Keup, Martin Simons and Dr. Roger Hallgren. Dr. Barthalow, superintendent, worked efficently in conjunction with the school board and the ad- ministration. Besides fulfilling his school financial duties, he completed work on his doctorate degree. Mr. Lindquist, affiliated with the Belle Plaine school system for twenty-five years, resigned to take a teaching position with Swedish Hospital. His past work was administering Federal Projects that applied to our school district. Principal Delgehausen was in charge of disci- plining the student body and shared various other administrative tasks. Superintendent, Dr. John Bartholow. contemplates his decision before signing the contract. 58 Administration 59 Vocational Institutional Cooking Overwhelming Success The vocational department has added a new class to its curriculum; the senior high boys' in- stitutional cooking. Under the instruction of Mrs. Hurley, thirty-three boys delved into the mysteries and problems surrounding food preparation. High- lighting the course was the boys' creation of a make-believe restaurant scene. Complete with chef's attire, each suggested and criticized the other's results. All agreed to the value of knowing some homemaking for future use. Business students benefited from the purchase of new adding and calculating machines, and type- writers, both manual and electric. The purchase of new tables helped to provide a more homey classroom atmosphere. Industrial art students are now well-protected against hazards with the addition of safety glasses. Top right: Wayne Hillstrom and Rick Biqaouette discuss the conditions of bliqht. Bottom left: Industrialist, LeRoy Chard, distributes 'Prescription perfect safety glasses. Bottom right: Seated at new desks, the typing class performs various tasks at the electric typewriters. 60 Vocational TOP ROW, Left to Right: Mrs. Kruschke—business typing, office practice, shorthand, advisor to tenth grade: Mr. Clements—consumer economics, book- keeping, American history, advisor to tenth grade; Mr. Leise—ndustrial arts. BOTTOM ROW: Mr. Harms—agriculture, advisor to F.F.A. and eleventh grade; Mrs. Hurley—senior high home economics, institutional cooking, advisor to eleventh grade; Miss Ring—junior high home economics, advisor to F.H.A. and seventh grade. 61 Left: Chuck Redman and John Balk prepare a hamburger delicacy ' in the senior cookinq class. Above: L. Hiles demon- strates his skills on the wood lathe in industrial arts. Math, Science TOP ROW, Left to Right: Mr. Lamon—junior high mathematics, trigonometry, advisor to F.T.A., and ninth grade; Miss Lundquist—algebra, geometry, advisor to twelfth grade; Mr. Heitkamp—physics, chemistry, biology, advisor to science club and tenth grade, assistant basketball coach; Mr. Ott— junior high science, drivers education, advisor to safety council and ninth grade; Mr. Miller—biology, senior high physical education and health, advisor to ninth grade and head baseball coach. BOTTOM ROW: Mr. Henderson—elementary and junior high physical education and health, football and wrestling coach: Mr. Peterson—elementary education, assistant football and track coach; Miss Wilhelmi—physical education and health, advisor to cheerleading, gymnastics, G.A.A. and eighth grade; Mrs. McDonald—librarian, advisor to mag- azine drive and tenth grode; Mr. Erickson—elemen- tary librarian and advisor to TIGERIAN. Library, Physical Ed. Library Completion Provides Activity Center Reconstruction of the high school library has been completed. The library now provides two centers; and educational center contain- ing all encyclopedias, periodicals, and reference material, and a casual center containing novels and magazines. A workroom for the library staff was also provided through the remodel- ing. Additional equipment and furnishings were purchased. Walnut-topped tables, two study cubicles, a magazine rack and a paper rack now are part of the library's decor. Physical education and health classes were provided for the junior high students. Some of the activities they participated in were football, volleyball, basketball, tumbling, soccer, and rec- reational games. A special unit was taught on old-time and square dancing. Each couple was given a chance to waltz, polka, and schottische. The highlight was the tour through the heart- mobile, displaved for the public by the Ameri- can Medical Association. Advanced math and science courses were again offered to those eligible. Studies were paced according to the student’s progress. This is part of the college-preparatory course. The junior high girls physicel education cless woits tor the basket- boll rebound. Mrs. McDonald withers as she realizes how many books were checked out over Christmas vacation. 63 Social Curriculum Adds Art; Program Well Received Many changes were innovated in the curriculum for the music-art and social sections. The social de- partment has finally completed the three-year change over in their departmental curriculum, bringing a newer, fresher outlook. For the first time, a senior high art class was offered to those interested students. This program succeeded the trial period because of the favor- able response it received. The music department was under the direction of Mr. Richard and Mr. Barfknecht. General junior high music, junior and senior high bands and choruses, and music lessons, both vocal and instru- mental were provided by these two instructors. Our senior high band and chorus was represented at district competition through the hard work and devotion of these directors. Dave Wagner, Deb Fogarty and Lowell Wiese participate in a political science discussion. Mr. Perkins gives individual assistance to junior high geog- projects, raphy students, necessary for their quarterly reports and 64 Art, Music TOP ROW, Left to Right: Mr. Perkins—junior h:gh American history, geography, advisor to declama- tion, Student Council and eighth grade: Mr. O'Laughlin—American history, senior social, advisor to Student Council and senior class: Mr. Pudlitike— world history, American history, advisor to senior class, basketball, track, and assistant football coach. BOTTOM ROW: Mr. Richard—instrumental music, advisor to ninth grade: Mr. Barfknecht—vocal music and music appreciation; Mr. Hennen—junior high English, art, advisor to seventh grade. 65 Language TOP ROW, Left to Right: Mr. Logelin—junior high English, speech, advisor to declamation, debate, all- school play, and eighth grade: Mr. Geyerv—junior high English, French, advisor to National Honor Society, USER TOPICS, eleventh grade and assist- ant wrestling coach; Miss Stradcutter—senior high English, advisor to senior class play, and twelfth grade. BOTTOM ROW: Mrs. Hasbroolc—junior high English, special education, advisor to One Act Play; Mrs. Albrecht—-senior high English, advisor to F.T.A., Quill and Scroll and eleventh grade. Above: Mr. Geyen informally discusses correct pronunciation to h,s French I class. Right: Santa Claus, alias Jerry Terrio tolls Mrs. Santa Claus. Rita Hally, how Tinker, Chuck Red- man, is connecting the life-size television. Guidance Mr. Cote breaks from his daily schedule of counselor and psychology classes. Speech Program Expands; Stirs Student Interest Guiding the senior high students this year as counselor was Mr. Cote. Under his direction, var- ious aptitude and interest tests were administered. Individual assistance was given through appointed conferences. The seniors especially found this ser- vice very helpful as direction was given to them in deciding their future course. Mrs. Hasbrook direct- ed the Junior high special education class. This year was the first time speech was offered as a full credit. Interested students participating found this a very worthwhile couse, all gaining self- confidence and poise. Activities such as round-table discussions, debates, and sponsoring the annual Christmas skit were accomplished. The highlight of the year was a trip to Gustavus College to see a play. Another curriculum change was the extension of French to a three-year program. The English department sponsored a trip to the Gutherie Theatre to see the play, Twelfth Night. 67 Throe special education class students paint props for the One-Act Play. High school secretaries Miss Gerry Schmidt and Mrs. Esther Tikalsky. consult each other before final typing. Elementary coolts: left to right: Miss Schultz. Head coolc. Mrs. William Schuneman. Mrs. Emil Wolpern, Mrs. Alvin School Services Services Reorganized; Personnel Serves Duty This year BPHS has had three full time secretaries working in the general office. Mrs. Leona Huber does the extra work on Federal proiects. She also shared numerous other duties with Miss Gerry Schmidt and Mrs. Esther Tikalsky, who worked in conjunction with each other. Efficiently operating two school buildings is an important responsibility. The elementary building custodians were Darin Hauer, Dave Soller, and Edward Moody. They are incorporated working with the hiah school custodians who were August Tolzman and Willmar Karnitz. This year there was a student worker janitor. Ann Weldon, who helped clean and organize. Balancing a food budget and preparing over six hundred meals daily was the ass'gnment of head cook, Mrs. Wil'iam Schuneman, and her assistant cooks, Mrs. Wilmer Karnitz, Mrs. Alvin Stier, and Mrs. Emil Wolpern. Mrs. Leona Huber types personnel reports for Mr. Cote during her afternoon work. School Services Custodians from left to right are as follows: Darin Hauer, Soller. August Tollman. William Karnitz. Edward Moody and Dave 69 70 71 Classes Freshmen M. Albrecht R. Barfknecht J. Bartholow D. Baumann J. Benike R. Bleder J. Borgardt D. Brenke J. Bromaghim T. Buesgens G. Buszmann J. Crosby P. Ed berg R. Edberg L. Ediger C. Efferti W. Erickson D. Fahey N. Fahey T. Fahey J. Flaherty A. Fogarty K. Fogarty J. Fogarty J. Gerdes G. Glisczinski C. Gray S. Gregory Grub Dance Highlights Frosh Year Activities This year the freshmen were introduced to many senior high soc'al events. Among these events was their being able to select their classes. Each fresh- man student had a conference with Mr. Cote. The freshmen had their class party April 1st in the old elementary school gym. They decided to have what they called a grub dance. With the theme in mind they decorated the gym with toilet tissue. The class danced to the music of popular recording artists. In science class, during the last nine weeks of the school year, drivers education was studied under the instruction of Mr. Ott. At the Freshman class party, a few crazy kids decided to test their strength by attempting to build a pyramid. 72 Freshmen T. Halloran J. Hayes N. Hennen J. Herman R. Hillstrom G. Johnson P. Jones D. Kellsey R. Lenzen D. Lynch M. Malin B. Malz K. McConnell R. McConnell G. Meqer D. Meqer L. Meqer A. Mellqren S. Melchior E. Meyer M. Miller C. Morrision L. Moldenhauer J. Minton D. Murphy J. Nitz P. O'Brien B. Oelfke D. Oldenburq S. Peterka J. Piche S. Plonske R. Randall B. Schaaf D. Schultz D. Schultz R. Schultz M. Schuneman B. Seaver B. Sirek T. Skelly N. Steffen L. Stier R. Stoppelmann S. Stradcutter D. Traxler B. Volek M. Waqener K. Waqner M. Waqner J. Weldon M. Weldon M. Wieqer M. Wilson L. Zellman G. Zurn 73 Sophomores G. Anderly E. Balk G. Barlaqe J. Baumann R. Biqaouette G. Bipes L. Bratsch L. Bratsch K. Buesqens R. Buesqens J. Carlson M. Carney J. Chaves B. Devine D. Edberq D. Edberq J. Edberq D. Eischens R. Elder B. Flynn A. Foqarty J. Fogarty S. Haefner G. Halloran R. Harms R. Harms B. Harsh D. Hennen D. Herrmann T. Herrmann L. Hiles R. Hillstrom W. Hillstrom R. Huber W. Huber Sophomores Sponsor Soc Hop for Senior High The sophomores finally attained senior high status and were introduced to participating in long await- ed social events and activities. Accepting the responsibilities of leadership were the class officers: Dennis Riesgraf, president; Bill Huber, vice-president: Nancy Soller, secretary; Dave Edberg, treasurer; Barb Flynn and Angie Fogarty, Student Council Representatives. Due to a curriculum change, French was offered for the first time to the sophomores. From the sophomore class came the new Student Council President-Elect, Dennis Riesgraf. The major event of the year was the class party held on May 2. The Clockwork Orange provided the entertainment for the evening. At the sophomore sponsored soc hop, dancers swing out to the rocking beat of the Clockwork 74 Sophomores 0. Johnson B. Jones R. Jorgenson D. Koepp D. Koepp C. Kucere R. Lenzen J. Lundborq D. McConnell B. Melz B. Malz G. Malz L. Manteuffel E. Meger K. Meger K. Meger K. Meger S. Moen M. Moody P. Neisen V. Noll C. O'Brien K. O'Brien K. On E. Randall T. Redman D. Riesgraf M. Schuman J. Shcuneman 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. Wolpern J. Wolter L. Zellman 75 Juniors D. Ahrens M. Anderson R. Anderson C. Aretz D. Bertels J. Baumann S. Benike A. Bessel M. Bigaouette C. Borgardt R. Bromaghim C. Busch J. Busse R. Carlson J. Diers N. Dvorak R. Ediger L. Edman L Erickson D. Fahey A. Fogarty D. Gerdes L. Gregory S. Gregory M. Haag C. Haefner R. Hally D. Hamstad B. Hahn D. Hanlon K. Hayes A. Hehnen C. Herrmann R. Hillstrom J. Holmquist G. Horrmann J. Huber R. Johnson L. Koniarski M. Kruschke R. Latzke T. Lundborg R. Malz G. Manthe B McCue M. Meger S. Meger P. Melchior P. Miller M. Mueller D. Murphy G. Neisen B. Novak M. O'Conner S. Oelfke D. Otto 76 Juniors Juniors Net Largest Profit on Mag Drive The juniors began an active year with the annual magazine drive. The drive, which lasted for three weeks in the fall, hoped to exceed $3,000 in sub- scriptions. This goal was reached as the juniors sold 737 subscriptions. The class was divided into four teams each with two co-captains. The general man- ager was Danny Zurn; the team captains were Dave Hanlon and Annie Fogarty; Jane Diers and Dave Ahrens; Cheryl Sass and Linda Schmidt; and Roger Bromaghim and Rose Ediger. The three top in- dividual sellers were Mark Anderson with $187.45, Mary Kruschke with $178.90, and Larry Koniarski who sold $120.20 worth. They were awarded prizes for their top salesmanship. Much energy was exerted in preparation for the Prom— Grecian Gardens —which was sponsored by the juniors and held on May 17, 1969. The juniors were very disappointed at the news that there was to be an All school play in place of a junior class play. Decorating for the Prom are juniors Annie Fogarty. Jeanne Huber. Paula Melchior, and Sharon Oelflte. FIRST ROW J. Plonske B. Porter K. Possin L. Rud SECOND ROW C. Sass R. Schilz L. Schmidt M. Schuldt THIRD ROW M. Schultz G. Schwichtenberg G. Seaver J. Seaver FOURTH ROW J. Seaver L. Spear J. Stradcutter T. Sullivan FIFTH ROW T. Sullivan R. Tesch G. Thomason L Thomason SIXTH ROW N. Traxler D. Westphal R. Wo I pern D. Zurn Pictures Missing— LeRoy Liebhard Tom Weldon In Memory Of Seniors Dianne Busse William Spear We the Senior Class of 1969. dedicate this page to two of our former classmates, William Spear and Dianne Marie Busse. DIANNE MARIE BUSSE, taken from us on May 7, 1969. Dianne was killed in an automobile accident only three short weeks before she was to graduate. She was known as one of the warmest and friend- liest members of the Senior Class and will always be remembered as such. WILLIAM SPEAR, who lost his life in a swimming accident in July of 1963. Bill was taken from us early in life. Because of this, many of the seniors did not have the opportunity to know him well. To those who did, he will always be remembered as a dear friend. 78 GLENN DAVID AHRENS—Annual Staff 3, 4; Band I; Class Officer, Sec. 2; Treas. 4; FTA 3, 4 Vice- Pres. 4; Letterman's Club 2; National Honor Soci- ety 4; Quill and Scroll 4; Science Club 1,2, 3, 4; Track I, 2, 3; Wrestling I, 2, 3; Intermural Wres- tling Champ'on 3, 4; High Honor Student. THOMAS J. ANDERSON—Annual Staff 3, 4: Band I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus I, 2, 3. 4; Declam 4; Paper Staff 3, 4; Pep Band I, 2. 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 3, 4; Science Club I. 2, 3, 4. JOHN EDWARD BALK— FFA I, 2, 3, 4; Football I, 2, 3. 4; Homecoming Royalty, Letterman's Club I, 2, 3; Senior of the Month, Wrestling 2, 3, 4. BARBARA ANN BAUMANN—Band I. 2, 3, 4; Class Officer, Pres. 4; FTA 2, 3. 4, Pres. 4; GAA 1, 2, 3: Junior Class Play; National Honor Society 3, 4; Pep Band 1,2, 3. 4; Student Council 4; Honor Student. ANN MARIE BROMAGHIM—Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer 2, 3; FHA I, 2, 3, 4 Vice-Pres. 2, Pres. 3, Treas. 4; GAA I, 2, 3, 4 Vice-Pres. 4; Homecoming Royalty, Majorette I, 2, 3, 4; National Honor Society 3, 4; Safety Council 2; Student Council 2, 3; Honor Student. KATHLEEN ANN BROWN—All School Play 4; Annual Staff 2, 3; Cheerleading 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Declam 2; GAA 2, 3, 4 Sec. 3: Gymnastics 3; Homecoming Royalty, One-Act Play 3, Paper Staff 3; Senior Class Play. BEVERLY ROSE BUESGENS—Band I. 2; Chorus 4; Dedam I; FHA I; FTA 3, 4; GAA I, 2: Pep Band I. DARRELL DAVID BUESGENS—FFA I. 2. 3; Football I. 2. SHARON ANN BUESGENS— Annual Staff 2; GAA I. DIANNE MARIE BUSSE—Annual Staff I, 2: Band I, 2, 3, 4; FTA 3, 4; GAA I, 2, 3: Pep Band I. 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4. MARY ELIZABETH CAULEY—Class Officer, Sec. 4: FHA I, 3, 4 Sec. 4; FTA 3: GAA I. MICHAEL FRANCIS CARNEY —FFA 1,2, 3, 4 Sentinel 3, Treas. 4; Science Club 1,2; Wrestling 4. Keeping in mind that future education requires planning, Mary Cauley checks the files in the counselor's office. Seniors Encounter Trials Toward the “Big Step” The Seniors of 1968-69 found their final year a very trying one, as they encountered trials similar to those they will encounter after they take that big step. For most, being a Senior means making decisions. Success and failure are equally balanced until these decisions and plans are put into action. Accepting responsibility is something that one is expected to acquire by the end of his senior year. He owes this not only to others but to himself. Only then will he be adequately prepared to take that big step. 79 Seniors Preparinq the Last Will and Testament is a job for Seniors Jackie Hoelz, Diane Kruschke and Cleo Hahn. LEROY RUSSEL CHARD—FFA I. 2, 3, 4. BONNIE JEAN DENZER—Chorus I. 2. 3. 4; FHA 3, 4; GAA I, 2, 3, 4 Pres. 4; Safely Council 3; Senior Class Play, Cooperative Work Program. WILLIAM KER- WIN DIVINE—Baseball 2: Basketball I, 2: Football 2; Cooperative Work Program. JON RANDALL EDIGER—Baseball I; Class Officer. Treas. 3. Vice-Pres. 4; FFA I. 2. 3, 4; Football I, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty, Letterman’s Club, 1, 2, 3; Safety Council 4; Track I; Wrestling I, 2, 3, 4. ROGER JOHN EFFERTZ—Senior Class Play; Cooperative Work Program. MARLENE FAHEY— GAA 2. TIMOTHY E. FAHEY—FFA I. 2. 3, 4, Sentinel 2, 4. Treasurer 3. DEBRA JEAN FOGARTY—Band I, 2, 3; Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer 2; Debate I, 2, 3; Declam 2: FHA I; FT A 2; GAA 2, 3, 4; Gym- nastics 3, 4; National Honor Society 2, 3, 4; One- Act Play 2; Paper Staff I. 2, 3, 4; Pep Band I, 2, 3; Quill and Scroll 3; Student Council 2; Honor Stu- dent. DENNIS PATRICK FOGARTY—All School Play 4; Band I, 2, 3; Baseball I, 2, 3, 4; Basketball I, 2. 3, 4; Chorus 4; FFA I; Football I, 2, 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty, Junior Class Play, Letterman's Club 2, 3; One-Act Play 2; Paper Staff 2, 3; Senior Class Play. DAVID FRENCH. JERRY ARTHUR GEISLER— Chorus 4; Homecoming Royalty; Senior Class Play. Track 3, 4. PAMELA MARIE HAEFNER—FHA 4; GAA I. CLEO RAE HAHN—Annual Staff 3; Band I; Cheerleadinq I, 2, 3. 4; FTA 3: GAA I, 2, 3, 4; Gymnastics 3, 4; Homecoming Queen, Student Council 4. MARY ANN HAMSTAD. RONALD ROGER HILLSTROM—FFA I. 2, 3, 4; FTA 4; Paper Staff 4; Science Club 2, 3. JACQUELYN MARIE HOELZ—Band I, 2. 3; Cheerleading I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 3, 4; Class Officer 3: FHA 3, 4; FTA 3: GAA I, 2, 3, 4; Gymnastics 1,2, 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty, Majorette 2, 3, 4; Paper Staff 3: Athlete of the Month 3. PATRICIA KAY HUBER—Annual staff I, 2, 3, 4; Band I; Cheerleading 2, 3, 4; Chorus 3, 4; Class Officer I; Gymnastics 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty, National Honor Society 4; Quill and Scroll 4; Student Council 4; Honor Student. MARK ALAN JOHNSON— Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Football 3: Letterman's Club 2, 3; Track I; Wrestling I, 2, 3. DEBRA LYNN KAHLE—Chorus I, 2, 3, 4: FTA 4; GAA I, 2, 3, 4; Junior Class Play. JEAN MARIE KAHLE—Band I; Chorus I. 2, 3. 4; FTA 4; GAA 2, 3, 4. LINDA SUE KNOBEN—Annual Staff I, 2, 3, 4, Business Manager 4; Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; FHA 1, 4; GAA 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior Class Play. Before leaving to tour the Walker Art Center, Seniors Darrell Buesgens, Tom Schuneman, Tom Schmidt, and Leon Thomeson pose with Mr. Hennen to have their picture snapped. College Bound Seniors Dominate Career Choices The class of '69 had seventy-five students, and as in any senior class, post-graduation plans were many and varied 3 I % or 24 seniors chose college as their next step. Another major portion, 25% or 18, planned to plunge directly into the business world while an equal number went to various voca- tional schools. The Armed Services took seven, three planned marriage, and four were undecided. The senior class officers were Barb Baumann, President; Jon Ediger, Vice-President; Mary Cauley, Secretary; Glenn Ahrens, Treasurer; and Diane Kruschke and Dave Wagner, Student Council Rep- resentatives. The 1968 Girls Stater from the Senior Class was Ann Bromaghim. The seniors hosted the Home- coming festivities on October I I, 1968. The class memorial, Audio-Visual equipment was presented at graduation exercises. The seniors chose a yellow rose as their class flower and yellow and brown as their class colors. Make wisdom your provision for the journey from youth to old age, for it is the most certain possession of all. 81 THEODORE GEORGE KORNDER—Basketball 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; FFA I, 2, 3, 4; District 13 Sentinel 4; Sec. 4. DIANE H. KRUSCHKE—Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer 2; FHA 3; GAA I, 2, 3. 4: Paper Staff 4: Safety Council 2; Student Council 3, 4. MARY BETH LYNCH—All School Play 4; Annual Staff I, 2, 3, 4 Co-Editor; Cheerleading 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3. 4; FHA I; FT A 4: GAA I, 2, 3, 4: Gymnastics 2, 3, 4; Senior Class Play. JOANNE MARIE McCONNELL—Annual Staff I, 2; Band I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; Dec'am I. 2; FTA 2. 4; National Honor Society 2, 3, 4; Pep Band I. 2. 3, 4; Student Council I, 3 Sec; Honor Student. JAMES PATRICK McCORMICK—FFA I, 2. 3, 4; Football 2, 3. 4. KENNETH MEGER. JOYCE LEA MELLGREN—Chorus I. 3, 4. CHERYL ANN MOLDENHAUER—Annual Staff I; FHA I; FTA 4; GAA I. 2. JUDY ANN MORRI- SON—FFA Royalty, FHA I. 2; GAA I. 2. Senior art class members create different pottery shapes despite the messy working conditions. 82 Seniors Senior Mary Ann Hamstad does business work at the adding calculating machine in office practice. -x I Senior pictures were no bother for Joyce Otto as she hod Jerry Terrio busy styling her heir. LINDA ALVINA NOLL—Chorus I; GAA I. GARY NYBLOM. KATHLEEN JANE O'BRIEN—Band I; FHA I. 2, 3, 4 Vice-Pres. 3, Pres. 4; Junior Class Play, Safety Council 3. JOYCE MARIE OTTO— Band I. 2. 3. 4; Cheer- leading I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus I, 2, 3; Class Officer 1, 2; Debate I; Deciam I; FFA Sweetheart ; FTA 2, 3; GAA I, 2, 3, 4: Gymnastics I, 2, 3, 4; Junior Class Play; National Honor Society 3, 4; Science Club 3; Senior of the Month, Student Council I, 2; Honor Student. MARLENE ANNETTE RANDALL— FHA 4. CHARLES PETER REDMAN—Baseball I. 2; Basketball I, 2, 3; Football I, 2; Junior Class Play, Letterman's Club 3; Science Club I, 2, 3. CHARLENE FERN RUSCH—Chorus 2, 3, 4; FHA I; FTA 4. DEBORAH ANN SAVAGE—Band I, 2. 3, 4; Chorus 4; Debate 4; Deciam I; FHA 3, 4; FTA 3, 4; Pep Band I, 2. 3, 4. ROSELLA ANN SCHILZ—Chorus I, 2. 3. 4. THOMAS WILLIAM SCHMIDT—Chorus 2. RITA MARIE SCHMITZ—GAA I. 2. RUTH ANN SCHOMMER—Annual Staff 4; Chorus I; FFA Royalty, FHA I; FTA 3. 4 Treas.; GAA I. 2. Seniors Rita Schmitz measures Gary Seaver's height as they prepare to get their caps and gowns for graduation. Sharon Buesgens and Tom Schuneman ponder over which cover they would like best for the graduation program. DAVID MELVILLE SCHULTZ—Football I. 2. 3. 4; Track 2; Wrestling 3; Cooperative Work Program. JOHN ARNOLD SCHUMAN. THOMAS JOSEPH SCHUNEMAN—Band I, 2, 3: Baseball I; Football 2, Manager 3; Letterman's Club 2, 3; Pep Band I. 2. 3. JUDY MARIE SCULLY—Annual Staff I. 2, 3. 4 Business Manager 2, Assistant Editor 3, Co-Editor 4; Band I, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band I, 2. 3. 4; GAA I, 2; FHA I, 2, 3, 4 Secretary 2; Student Council Representative 3, 4; FTA 2, 3, 4; Debate I. 2, 3, 4; Deciam I, 2, 3, 4 Regionals 3; National Honor Soci- ety 2, 3. 4; One Act Play 4; Quill and Scroll 3, 4; Senior of the Month; Student Council 3. 4 Secre- tary 4: Science Club 4; Honor Student. GARY LEE SEAVER—Chorus I, 2. 3, 4; Letterman’s Club 2, 3, 4; Track I. 2. 3, 4. DARRELL BENJAMIN SELL- NOW—Baseball 2; FFA I, 2, 3, 4; Football 2. PRISCILLA RUTH STILES—Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; De- clam 4; FHA I, 2, 3, 4 Reporter: FTA 2, 3, 4; GAA I, 2, 3; One-Act Play 3, 4; Paper Staff 2, 3; Science Club 3. JOSEPH WILLIAM STRAD- CUTTER—All School Play 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Chorus I, 2. 3, 4; Deciam I; Homecoming Royalty. Junior Class Play, National Honor Society 2, 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 3, 4; Science Club 2, 3, 4; Senior Class Play, Student Council I, 2. 3 V'ce-Pres., 4 Pres.; Honor Student. GERALD MICHAEL TERRIO—Chorus I. 2, 3. 4; Football 1,2, 3, 4; Homecoming Royalty, Wrestling LEON DAVID THOMASON—Baseball I, FFA I, 2, 3. 4; Wrestling I. 2, 3, 4. CRAIG ARTHUR TORDSEN—Band I, 2, 3. 4; Baseball I, 2, 3, 4; Debate 3, 4; Declam 3; FTA 3; Junior Class Play; National Honor Society 3, 4 Pres.; One-Act Play 3, 4: Paper Staff 3, 4 Editor; Pep Band I, 2, 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 4; Science Club I, 2, 3, 4: Senior Class Play, Senior of the Month; Student Council 4; Honor Student. ROSS DAVID WAGENER—Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball I, 2; Basketball I, 2, 3; Chorus 3; Junior Class Play, Letterman’s Club 3; Pep Band 2, 3, 4; Senior Class Play: Track 3, 4. DAVID MICHAEL WAGNER—Band I. 2, 3; Base- ball I, 2, 3, 4; Basketball I, 2, 3, 4; Chorus 3: Class Officer I, 2, 3: Football I, 2, 3. 4; Home- coming Royalty, Jun:or Class Play, Letterman’s Club I, 2, 3; Paper Staff 3; Quill and Scroll 3, 4; Safety Council 2, 3; Sconce Club 3, 4; Student Council I, 4. ANN WELDON. COLLEEN ANN WELDON—FHA I; GAA 3, 4. DONNA MAE WELDON—FHA I; GAA 2. JEAN KATHRYN WELDON—FHA I; GAA I, 2. JUDY K. WELDON—FHA I; GAA 2. LOWELL DAVID WIESE—Band I, 2, 3. 4: Baseball I; Chorus I, 2, 3, 4; FFA I. 2, 3, 4; Junior Class P'ay: Pep Band I, 2. 3, 4. RICHARD FRANCIS WILSON—Football 4: Letterman's Club 3: Nation- al Honor Society 4; Paper Staff 2, 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 3, 4; Science Club 2. 3, 4: Wrestling I, 2, 3, 4; High Honor Student. LINDA WOLPERN—FTA 3, 4: Honor Student. LAYTON JOHN ZELLMAN—Baseball I. 2, 3, 4; Basketball I, 2, 3, 4: Class Officer I, 2. 3: Letter- man's Club I, 2, 3; Student Council I, 3; Honor Student. Paintinq the flats for the Senior class play are Ann Weldon. Judy Scully. Rich Wilson and Tom Anderson. 85 The senior class of 1969 stands proudly together, waiting for the last strain of music. 86 Speakinq about wisdom. Ann Bromaghim gives her thoughts of the class motto. Graduation 75 Seniors Make Wisdom Their Provision to Keep On May 28, 1969, seventy-five seniors marched proudly down the aisle to the traditional strains of Pomp and Circumstance. 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JOE'S SERVICE JOE GREGORY, Owner McCulloch Chain Saw� —Bridgestone Scooter� Johnson Outboard Motors—Tractor and Auto Repair 727 East Main Street 873-6252 BELLE PLAINE BLOCK TILE High Quality Concrete and Drain Tile O'BRIEN PLUMBING HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING, AND VENTILATION PHONE 873-2363 130 South Ash Street Belle Plaine NORTH STAR CAR WASH Open 24 Hour� Wash and Was Your Car JULIUS STIER. Owner SIEMON IMPLEMENT John Deere Farm Equipment Surge Parts Homelite Chain Saws rid I KEVIN P. O BRIEN FRANCIS J. O BRIEN Tel. 665-3166 Le Sueur Tel. 873-4406 Belle Plaine TIGER BOOSTERS DR. ROGER HALLGREN, M.D. DR. HERMAN JUERGENS, M.D. DR. ROBERT MILLER, D.D.S. DR. E. T. O'BRIEN, D.D.S. Belle Plaine, Minn. Phone 873-2225 630 South Meridian Belle Plaine Patronize These Advertisers - They Made the ’69 TIGERIAN Possible! 93 Index Ahrens. David 50. 28. 33. 76. 57. 56 Ahrens. Glenn 22. 23. 37. 24. 33. 79 ALBRECHT ELIZABETH 23. 21. 37. 66 Aibrecht Mike 72 Anderly. Gary 74 Anderson. Mark 41. 55. 54 Anderson. Richard 60. 13. 40. 49. 76 Anderson. Thomas 43 86. 41. 24. 33. 85 25. 79. 31 ANNUAL STAFF 24 ANNUAL DANCE 13 Aretz. Cheryl 76 Balk. Elizabeth 16. 41. 37. 74 Balk. John 18. 87. 2. 61. 35. 79. 49 BAND 42. 43 BARFKNECHT. HOWARD 40. 65 Barfknecht. Rhonda 72. 42. 43. 26 Barlage. Gerry 37. 74. 31. 38 Bartels. Duane 35. 76 BARTHOLOW. JOHN 58 Bartholow. Joylyn 72 42. 70. 31 BASEBALL 54 55 BASKETBALL 50. 51 Baumann Barbara 22. 43. 18, 26. 5 79 37 Baumann. Dennis 35 Baumann. Donald 72 Baumann. James 74 Baumann. John 76 Benike. Jane 72. 42. 25. 31 Benike. Steve 76 Bessel. Arvin 76 Bieder. Ramona 72. 43. 70. 31 Bigaouette. Mike 76. 49 Bigaouette. Ricky 50. 60. 74. 35. 56. 57 Bipes. Gene 42. 74 Borgardt. Carol 34. 76 Borqardt. Janice 72. 70 Bratsch. Larry 74. 35 Bratsch. Lois 43. 74 Brenke. Douglas 72. 42. 49. 57 Bromaqhim. Ann 22. 64. 87. 34 79. 41 Bromaghim, Jane 72. 70. 37 Bromaghim. Roger 50. 23. 28. 18. 21 30. 31. 57. 76. 33. 25. 5. 15 Brown. Kathleen 90. 28. 70. 40. 79. 24 Buesgens. Beverly 41. 79 Buesgens. Darrell 35. 79. 81. 74 Buesgens. Kathy 74 Buesgens. Richard 74 Buesgens. Sharon 79. 84 Buesgens. Terry 72 Busch. Carol 76 Busse. Diane 42 21. 26. 5. 3. 79. 78 Busse. John 43. 41. 76 Buszmann, Gary 72. 35 Carlson. Janet 74 Carlson. Randy 42, 37. 25 Carney. Mary 74 Carney. Mike 35. 79. 49 Cauley. Mary 34. 74. 79. 82 Chard. LeRoy 60. 35. 80 Chaves. Jim 74 CHEERLEADERS 39 CHORUS 40. 41 CHRISTMAS BALL 14 CLEMENTS. CYRIL 61 COTE. MICHAEL 67 Crosby. Jim 72 DEBATE 30 DECLAM 31 DELGEHAUSEN. ROGER 59 Denzer. Bonnie 19. 34 41. 80 Devine. Barbara 74 Devine. William 80. 82 Diers. Jane 8. 39. 76 Dvorak. Nicholas 26. 35. 76. 48. 49, 57. 56 Edberq. David 74. 49 Edberq. Donald 74 Edberq. Joyce 34. 74 Edberg. Patrice 72 Edberq. Rick 72. 49. 57 Ediger. Jon 16. 35. 80. 32, 49 Ediqer. Linda 72. 43 Ediger. Rose 22. 42. 23. 9. 14. 26. 37. 25 Edman. Leon 76 Effertz. Cheryl 72 Effertz. Roger 19. 70. 80 Eischens. David 74 Elder. Robert 16. 74. 55. 54 Erickson. Lois 76 ERICKSON. ROBERT 62 Erickson. Walter 72. 62 FADS 8 Fahey, Denise 35. 76 Fahey. Daniel 72. 40. 35 Fahey, Marlene 80 Fahey. Nancy 72 Fahey. Tim 35. 80 Fahey. Tom 12 F.F.A. 35 F.T.A. 37 F. H.A. 34 Flaherty. Jerome 72. 43. 57. 35, 32 Flynn. Barbara 22, 13. 26. 40. 37 Foqarty. Angela 43. 34. 26. 40. 74 Fogarty. Anne 72. 43. 76 Foqarty. Annalee 18. 16. 41. 77 Fogarty. Debra 22. 64. 40. 80. 25. 38. 41 Foqarty. Dennis 50. 28. 51. 5. 45. 41. 25. 54 Fogarty. Jean 72. 42 Foqarty. John 74 Foqarty. Kerry 72. 35. 57 Foqarty. Tim 72 FOOTBALL 46. 47 French. David 80 G. A.A. 36 Geisler. Gerald 41. 80 Gerdes. Dwiqht 51. 50. 28. 15. 40. 33. 54 76 Gerdes. Joanne 72 GEYEN. ROBERT 2. 66 Glisczinski. Gregory 72 GRADUATION 86. 87 Gray. Cynthia 72. 43 Gregory. Lisa 32 Gregory, Laurie 8, 76 Gregory. Sharon 72 Gregory. Stephen 76. 49 Gregory, Terry 74 Grey. Dorothy 43 GYMNASTICS 38 Haaq. Malinda 76 Haefner, Cynthia 41. 37. 76 Haefner. Pamela 34. 9. 80 Haefner. Steven 74. 35, 49. 57 Hahn. Beverly 28. 13. 37. 76 Hahn Cleo 17. 26. 39. 81. 38 HAHN. ORISON 58. 87 HALLGREN. DR. ROGER 58 Halloran, Gertrude 74 Halloran, Tim 73 HALLOWEEN 12 Hally. Rita 22, 40. 66. 24. 76. 31 Hamstad. Mary Ann 81. 83 Hamstad. Delores 76 Hamstad. Reuben 35. 49 Hanlon. David 42. 37. 25. 76. 32. 49 Hanlon. Sharon 31. 74 HARMS. MAYNARD 61. 35. 31 Harms. Ronald 74. 35 Harms. Roxanne 74 Harsh. Brad 74 HASBROOK. MARGARET 66 HAUER DARON 69 Hayes. Judy 73. 42. 25 Hayes. Kathleen 23. 41. 37. 25. 76. 30 HEITKAMP. ORVILLE 62. 33 HENDERSON. ROY 62 Hennen. Alan 76 Hennen. Debra 34. 74 HENNEN. LYLE 65. 81 Hennen. Nancy 73. 42 Herrmann. Carol 76 Herrmann. Debra 43. 34. 74 Herrmann, Jeanne 73 Herrmann. Thomas 74 Hiles. Larry 61. 74 Hillstrom, Douq 73 Hillstrom. Rita 40. 74 Hillstrom. Ronald 72. 35. 25. 81 Hillstrom. Russell 35. 76 Hillstrom. Wayne 60. 74. 35 Hoelz. Jackie 34 40. 39. 80. 81. 38 Holmquist. Judy 34. 41. 76 HOMECOMING 10. II Hormann. Gordy 14. 40. 76. 54. 49 Huber. Bill 74. 32 Huber. Jeanne 22. 28. 4. 37. 76. 31. 77 HUBER. LEONA 68 Huber. Patricia 22. 23. 26. 40. 39. 24 38. 81 Huber. Robert 90. 5. 74. 31 HURLEY. SIGRID 61 Johnson, Doreen 75 Johnson. Gloria 73 Johnson, Mark 81 Johnson. Rosanna 76 Jones. Bonnie 75 Jones. Patty 73 Jorgenson, Rodney 19. 75 Kahle. Debra 37. 41. 81 Kahle. Jean 8. 37. 40. 81 KARNITZ. MRS. MELINDA 68 KARNITZ. WILLMAR 69 Kelsey. Daniel 73 KEUP. PAUL 58 Knoben. Linda 34. 15. 4. 40. 24. 81 Koepp. David 35. 75 Koepp, Duane 75 Koniarski. Larry 76 Kornder. Ted 3.5.41.82 Krentz. Betty 76 KRUSCHKE. CAROL 61 Kruschke. Diane 26. 4. 40. 20. 80. 82 Kruschke. Mary Ann 9. 40. 24. 76 Kucera, Colleen 43, 75 94 Index LAMON. RICHARD 62 Latzke. Richard 73 Latzke. Robert 76 LEISE. WALTER 61 Leibhard. LeRoy 35 Lenzen. Luanne 73 Lenzen. Roxanne 75 LINDQUIST. M. G. 58 LOGELIN. JON 66 Lundborg. Jeff 41, 75 Lundborq. Thomas 76 LUNDQUIST. JUDITH 62 Lynch. Debra 37. 73 Lynch. Mary 38. 82. 37. 28 87 6 41 39 Mager. Bonnie 34 Malin. Mitzi 73. 42. 32 Malz. Alan 35. 73 Malz. Beverly 73. 43. 34. 75 Malz. Bonnie 75 Malz. Gary 35. 75 Malz. Roger 35. 75 Manteuffel. Lyle 75 Manthe. Greq 35. 75 Mattson,. Rodney McConnell. David 42. 35. 75. 57 McConnell. Joanne 22. 42. 37. 82 McConnell. Karen 73 McConnell. Ronald 73 McCormick. James 35. 82 McCue. Robert 35. 77 McDonald. Frances 62. 63 McGraw. Patrick Meqer. Danny 73. 42. 57 Meger. Eugene 75 Meqer. Gloria 72. 73 Meqer. Karen 34. 37. 75 Meqer. Katherine 34. 40. 37. 75 Meger. Kenneth A. 35. 40. 37. 75 Meqer. Kenneth 82 Meger. LaDonna 73 Meqer. Marlene 34. 76 Meqer. Shiela 42. 43. 37. 76 Melchior, Paula 28. 77 Melchior. Scott 73. 8. 26. 25. 31 Mellqren. Allen 73 Mellgren. Joyce 40. 82 Meyer. Euqene 73 MILLER. DR. ROBERT 58 MILLER. GERALD 62 Miller. Mary 73. 22. 42. 70. 37 Miller. Patrick 50. 57. 37. 25. 33 54 Minton. Jane 5. 70. 73 Moen. Steve 75 Moldenhaur. Cheryl 37. 82 Moldenhaur. Linda 73 MOODY. EDWARD 69 Moody. Mary 37. 75. 92 Morrison. Cathy 73 Morrison. Judy 82 MORRISON. JOHN 58 Mueller. Marlene 34. 76 Murphy. David 4. 50. 25. 76. 57 56 Murphy. Dennis 26. 57. 73 N.H.S. 22 Neisen. Gerald 35. 76 Neisen. Patty 75 Nitz. James 33. 73 Noll. Linda 83 Noll Virqil 75 Novak. Barb 30. 14 41 37. 25. 76 Nyblom. Gary 37. 83 O’Brien. Charlene 34. 43. 13. 75 O'Brien. Kathy 34. 37. 74 O'Brien. Kathy 75. 83. 38 O'Brien. Peggy 73 42. 43 O'Conner. Mary 5. 28. 76 Oelfke. Beverly 73. 70. 37 Oelfke. Sharon 8. 37. 76. 77 O LAUGHLIN. TIMOTHY 65 Oldenberq, Denise 72. 73. 31, 37 ONE ACT PLAY 27 Ott. Kathy 38. 18. 34. 41. 37. 25. 75 OH. JOSEPH 62 Otto. Dale 76 Otto. Joyce 38. 39 22. 42. 6. 17. 83 PAPER STAFF 25 PERKINS. CHARLES 64 65 Peterka. Steve 72. 73 PETERSON. JUDITH 69 PETERSON. RICHARD 3. 62 Piche. John 73 Plonske. John 33. 77. 22. 28. 26, 40. 25 Plonski. Sharon 73 Porter. Beverly 37. 77 Possin. Kevin 50. 51. 33. 77 PROM 18. 19 PUDLITZKE. DALE 65 QUILL AND SCROLL 23 Randall. Elmer 43. 75 Randall. Marlene 34. 9. 57. 83 Randall. Randy 43. 73 Redman. Charles 61. 62. 66. 83 Redman. Thomas 50. 51. 54. 75 RICHARD. FRANCIS 42. 65 Riesqraf. Dennis 14, 26. 48. 49. 57. 75 RING. VIRGINIA 61 Rud. Linda 43. 37. 60. 77 Rusch. Charlene 37. 41. 83 SADIE HAWKINS 16 SAFETY COUNCIL 32 Sass. Cheryl 40. 77 Savaqe. Debbie 43. 34 41. 37. 83. 30 Savaqe. Karrie 75 Schaaf. Barb 73 Schilz. Robert 60 Schilz. Rosella 40. 77. 83 SCHMIDT. GERRY 68 Schmidt. Linda 22. 25. 37. 77 Schmidt. Thomas 81. 83 Schmitz. Rita 83. 84 Schommer. Ruth 24 37. 83 Schuldt. Mary 34. 77 Schultz. Darik 73 Schultz. David 23. 35, 43. 84 Schultz. Douqlas 73 Schultz. Marie 77 Schultz. Robert 35. 43. 77 Schuman, John 84 Schuman. Midqe 60. 75 Schuneman. Jack 42. 43. 75 Schuneman. Mike 73 Schuneman. Thomas 60. 13. 81. 82. 84 SCHUNEMAN. MRS. WILLIAM 68 SCIENCE CLUB 33 Schwichenburg. Greg 77 Scully. Judy 22. 23. 24. 26. 27. 30. 31. 33. 34. 37. 43. 84. 85 Seaver. Bill 73 Seaver, Gail 4. 41. 57. 77 Seaver. Gary 84 Seaver. Joan 67, 77 Seaver. Joyce 77 Seaver. Sharon 75 Sellnow. Dale 35. 75 Sellnow. Darrell 35. 84 Sellnow, Ronald 8. 75 SENIOR PLAY 29 Strek. Bill 73 SIMONS. MARTIN 58 Skelly. Dorothy 42. 75 Skelly. Tom 35. 73 SLAVE DAY 15 Soller. Nancy 22. 34. 43. 14. 75 SOLLER. DAVE 69 Spear. Linda 77 Spear. William 78 SPRING PLAY 28 Steffen. Nancy 73 STIER. MRS. OTTILIA 68 Stier. Leon 33. 31. 42. 73 Stiles. Priscilla 34. 40. 41. 37. 84 Stoppleman, Robert 35. 73 Stradcutter. James 16. 17, 40. 77 Stradcutter, Joseph 33. 84. 62. 41. 54, 50. 22. 23. 28. 5. 26 STRADCUTTER. RACHEL 66. 86 Stradcutter. Susan 40. 75 Stringer. Susan 40. 75 STUDENT COUNCIL 26 STUDENT GOVERNMENT DAY 9 Sullivan, Terry 77 Sullivan. Theresa 77. 90 SWEETHEART DANCE 17 Terrio, Jerry 2. 40. 66. 49. 83. 84 Tesch. Renee 34. 42. 75 Tesch. Ruth Ann 18. 24. 77 Thomason. Jerry 35. 77 Thomason. Leon 35. 49. 81. 84 Thomason. Lloyd 77 TIKALSKY. ESTER 68 TOLZMAN AUGUST 69 Tordsen. Cra.q 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 29. 30. 33. 37. 42. 43. 54. 84 TRACK 52. 53 Traxler. Dave 57. 73 Traxler, Kenneth 75 Traxler. Nanette 28. 43. 77 Volek. Bruce 35. 57. 73 Waqener. Mark 42. 73 Waqener. Ross 42. 43. 21. 40. 56. 57. 84 Waqner. David 50. 64, 26. 62, 54. 85 Waqner, Karen 31. 43. 73 Wagner. Mary 42. 73 Weldon. Ann 85 Weldon. Chris 75 Weldon. Colleen 19. 85 Weldon. Jean 85 Weldon. John 73 Weldon. Judy 19. 85 Weldon. MaDonna 85 Weldon, Peggy 73 Weldon. Shelly 18. 34. 41. 42. 75 Weldon. Thomas 35 Westphal. David 77 Wieqer. Mark 73 Weise. Lowell 43. 64. 19. 41. 35. 85 Weise, Randee 41. 75 WILHELMI. SYLVIA 62 Wilson. Marty 73 Wilson. Richard 22. 23. 24. 25. 33. 49. 85 Witt. David 49. 75 Wolpern. Janice 37. 75 Wolpern. Linda 37. 85 Wolpern. Roger 35. 77 Wolter. Joanne 41. 75 WRESTLING 48. 49 Zellman, Larry 73 Zellman. Layton 50. 51. 54. 85 Zellman. Lynn 42. 33. 75 Zurn. Daniel 22. 26. 33. 77 Zurn. Greq 33. 73 95 Acknowledgments Editors Thank Loyal Production Members With deadlines completed, the editors wish to express our thanks to those who shared in the pro- duction of our 1969 BPHS TIGERIAN. We are grateful to the few members of the staff who remained loyal to the publication until it was finally completed. We appreciated the cooperation of the administration, faculty and student body. To Mr. Erickson and Mr. Delgehausen go our thanks'' for their help in this undertaking. Special thanks go to Huneke Studios of Waseca, who in conjunction with our school photographer, Tom Anderson, provided us with excellent photo- graphical assistance. The NSPA made many helpful suggestions through the convention in Chicago. TIGER TOPICS provided local coverage of the school events. Local businessmen contributed valu- able financial assistance with theirs ads. The '69 TIGERIAN is the product of endless hours of hard work, painstakinqly done. We have enjoyed this work as we hope that you likewise en- joy and appreciate our 1969 TIGERIAN. „ r 1 r ■-.m 96