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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY On September 3, 194( , forty-six “green freshmen rnine trooping gaily into the halls of Retold. At tlieir first class meeting on September 13, they elected their officers. Jerry Clark was chosen to lead the class. Dick Cahill was elected vice-president and Eileen Christman, secretary-treasurer. Their first candidate for Homecoming Queen was Eileen Christman. Through the year they were ably directed by Miss Swaini and Mr. Smith. The following September brought thirty-eight “brilliant” sophomores back to their classes. Jim Ryerline was the class president; Jeanne Ford, vice-president; and Raymond Yockey, secretary-treasurer. Again they had the good fortune to have such competent advisors as Mrs. Hammond and Mr. Ilodam. Jeanne Ford was the Queen attendant. Thirty-seven “jolly juniors came back to school in September, 1948 for the third lap of their four year journey. Francis Durbin, Dick Cahill, and Phyllis Murphy were elected president, vice-president and secretary-treasurer respectively. Phyllis Murphy was elected Queen of the Homecoming by the student body. The class co-operated with the Student Council in sponsoring a talent show. The theme of the Junior-Senior Prom was “Moonlight and Roses. Everyone had an enjoyable time dancing to the music of Hill Oetzel. Under the direction of the class advisors. Miss He fever, Mr. Day, and Mr. Tucker, the juniors completed a memorable yea r. In the fall of '49 thirty-eight students came into the halls of Rement high, ready for their last year. At the first class meeting of the year officers were elected. Raymond Yockey was selected as president, Dale Com-erford, vice-president, and Carrie Ellen Sebens, secretary-treasurer. Again this group had the honor of having one of their number elected Home-coming Queen. Patty Loftus made a very charming Queen. Miss Houston, Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Tucker were their very efficient and tolerant class advisors. In the fall the seniors entertained the juniors with a western party. Everyone came dressed for the occasion. The class of '50 really appreciated and enjoyed the Junior-Senior banquet and dance on March 33 and hoped that they entertained at the Senior-Junior party as well as they were entertained by the juniors. This class had a grand time putting on the Senior Play, “Molly ()’-Shaughnessy, the scene of which was on an Oregon Ranch in the 1890’s. The speaker for Haccalaureate Services on Sunday, May 21, was Reverend George Cartwright. The Senior class marched to and from the auditorium while the high school choir sang. On May 2o, the class of T 0 met for their last activity in Rement High School. This was commencement night. The address of the evening was delivered by Mr. C. C. Rverlv, Assistant State Superintendent, Spring-field, Illinois. The graduating class was then presented by Mr. Well meier and upon receiving their diplomas from Mr. Slater, became alumni of R. C. II. S.
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CLASS OF '50 Wanda St rater—“Runt”— A shrinking violet, some might say; Not so; it’s just the other way. Dick Cahill—“Moon”— Good natured and big with a voice to match. He'll make some gal a mighty fine catch. John Metzger—“Pie”— He's a slow and silent guy. Good natured and a little- shy. Ed Somers—“Hardnose”— Star football player, this boy's no dope. But with one situation, he just couldn’t “COPE. Della Evans—“Del”— The tootinest gal you’ve ever met; Just hear her play that clarinet. Bob Clark—“Dode”— Here’s a lady killer, from way back when. With plenty of pep and a friendly grin. Donna Crook—“Crookie”— With a smite for all, especially one, She’s got talent by the ton. Jeanne Ford—“Jeanne”— Bobby socks and chewing gum. Full of frolic, fire, and fun. Bill Conklin—“Hoyly”— Duties he will never shirk. And you'll find him hard to irk. Ruth McConaha—“Mac”— Many a beau and many a friend. True and faithful to the end. Kinzel Coffey—“K. Y.”— He's a lanky lad with a “Down South’’ drawl; He likes to laugh and roam the hall. Edward Lamb—“E”— Tall and handsome and d-ebonair. He and his gal make quite a pair. Bette Weatherford—“Bet”— Of sugar and spice, she’s a tasty blend. She says. “Diamonds are- a girl’s best friend. ’ Rita Hannon—“Rit”— Look at those curls, aren’t they pretty? Mark my word, she’s quiet but witty. John Cavanaugh—“Weed”— Dark-haired Romeo from Irish-town. Smiles and jokes but never a frown. Pat GaJlivan—“79”— Small but mighty, he’s afraid of none; Seventy dollars he has won.
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