Benilde St Margarets School - Sangraal / Benilden Yearbook (St Louis Park, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1966 volume:

1966 BENILDEN t- w Volume 8 Benilde High School St. Louis Park, ’ ‘li 4 • 'Ji 7 41v _| Minnesota Pvf)i,J TTf 1. i ■' 4 r ., V Y • tV. 1 Whrk n - G Uith Studio . Mpt Academics Activities Classes Sports Seniors rrsZf- 14 40 76 104 144 3 Spring Events 180 q§5 FOR TWO-Brother Bruno fakes Rick Vail during evening basketball game at Good Shepard Parish's m in Golden Valley. Tennis coach for three years. Brother gives Jeff Smith some helpful pointers. Through Brother Bruno — Students Grow In Benilde High School has for the last four years been fortunate enough to have one of the best Christian Brothers in the order. In the Spring of 1963 he began as a substitute English teacher. Now he is known best for his dynamic religion course. Brother’s fame is not restricted to our school: he has been recognized throughout the Twin Cities area for his work at the Minneapolis Catholic Youth Center. His labors were rewarded last winter with a placque given to him by Father Baglio of the Youth Center. This however is Brother Bruno’s last year at Benilde. Next year he will return to school to further his education with hope that he might be better able to instill a true Christian spirit in his students. To Brother Bruno Walter then we dedicate this yearbook in appreciation of the many things he has taught, both inside and outside the classroom. Even though he will leave us, we can not forget his kindness and spirit. 4 One of Brother’s most valuable jobs at Benilde is his duty of Vocations director. Here he talks vocations with Senior Larry Gorrell. HOME FOR EIGHT HOURS A DAY-Brother Bruno listens attentively to a question from a Senior religion student. Wisdom, Age And Grace BROTHER BRUNO WALTER EVEN TEACHERS MUST STUDY - Brother spends a lot of his time in his private room at the Brother’s residence preparing lessons for the next day. Brother Bruno explains the theory of Existentialism during class. The Senior religion course is designed to provoke the thinking of the students. 5 Benilde And Its Students In Today’s 6 Modern World Benilde-a suburban high school in the modern world serving modern students, provides the environment for over 1,000 Catholic boys for more than eight hours of the day. For many it is also the place where many hours are spent in athletics and extracurricular activities. Outside of school hours the Red Knights, coming from all parts of the city, can seek relaxation and entertainment in the many activities offered by the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Theaters, restaurants, dance halls, and other select spots, are in abundance for those out on dates or just looking for a night with the “crowd.” The environment of a person plays a very important role in the development of one’s character. If well used it can help us to form ourselves into responsible and useful citizens of America. Benilde and the Twin Cities - the home of the Spirit of ’66,” the youth who will build a better tomorrow from what we have learned today. Dick Palen Photo- Edina. Minn Social Relationships Since man is a social being-, his educational period is of its essence a social process. In high school, this aspect of educational development plays an especially significant role since it is at this time that young men and women begin their entrance into the adult world where they must live life for keeps. It is important then that they get plenty of experience in dealing with other people at this time in order that they will be already prolific enough as social beings to function productively and significantly in the adult world. 8 Adapt Teen For Significant Adult Life 9 The purpose of a high school is to develop the student intellectually. But this is only one facet. It must also provide an atmosphere for the student to develop his personal life. Studies, work, hobbies, meditation, sports, and social life—collectively these make the Christian man. A job helps the student prepare for his vocation in life while hobbies often supplement the vocation of a person. Sports keep the individual a healthy member of society. Meditation and social life go hand in hand in making the full man. Social contacts give a person the chance to understand others while a few quiet moments alone, spent in reflection, provides the opportunity for the student to understand himself. Students Discover And Develop Themselves Through High School Atmosphere n Fulfilling The Purpose Of Contemporary Men Man is not alone in his existence in this life and to exist in a private world is contrary to the purpose of man. Thus it is his role to rely on others and others on him. This role is carried out best in a community atmosphere. About the best community environments can be found is the religious activity of man’s life. The true aspects of religion are giving of self for the other. It can be easily seen that such an atmosphere exists in Benilde. The students are bound together in the participation of Mass, mission projects, C.C.D., and Contacts and ON Corps work. This spirit of concern for others was also exhibited in the Christmas basket drive and the Christmas Party for the poor children. Religion is essential in the completion of a contemporary man. He cannot live fully centered on social status, nor can he live only for himself, nor only for others. All must work together, religion, personalism, and social life, to build men. 12 ACADEMICS Nuncii Oneris — Upon These Shoulders Falls The Burden BROTHER PATRICK Director BROTHER JUSTIN Principal ONE FOR YOU. AND ONE FOR YOU”- Brother Patrick. Director, stuffs the faculty mailboxes with mail, bulletins and messages. 16 Of Benilde “FIVE HOURS DETENTION. NO EXCUSES. Bro. Gerard checks admit slip of student at his morning- cafeteria post. For nine years Bro. Patrick has served Benilde. During- the 1963-64 school year he was elevated to the office of director, and is now in his third year in that capacity. The number two man at Benilde is Bro. Justin, who as principal directs the activities of the school. He is a symbol of leadership to Benilde’s Red Knig-hts. Topping: off the administration is Brother Gerard, our assistant principal. This is Brother’s first year in the unthanked task of maintaining- discipline. He has proved himself very capable in his office. ANOTHER THING. LYON. STOP USING THAT INVISIBLE INK.” Bro. Justin supervises printing: in Benilde's press room. The Guidance Office— Something For All For Seniors, an office full of advice about scholarships and colleges, ACT and SAT tests, and rank in class. For Juniors, a center for the MSAT, National Merit Qualifying Tests, and PSAT. For Sophomores. NEDT tests, and a place to learn his responsibility as a sophomore. For Freshmen, a place to go for orientation. For all, the guidance office is headquarters for vocational and post high school counseling. ANOTHER YEAR. ANOTHER SENIOR CLASS.” Brother Arthur and Mr. Glynn discuss guidance techniques for Seniors. BROTHER ARTHUR MRS. LADD Guidance director Guidance Secretary DEPARTMENT COUNSELORS - Brother Theodore. Brother Bruno, Brother Terence, Mr. Glynn. Father O’Connor hears a student's confession. FATHER O’CONNOR Chaplain 18 Office staff- Playing A Maj or Role MRS. HELEN KOCH Office Secretary THE LAST COPY. Mrs. Koch makes Thermofax copies for the Student Council. Records, records, and more records . . . attendance records, grade records, and transcripts are taken care of by Mrs. Koch. Over on the other side of the academic office. Mrs. Holmes collects money from the students and maintains their records. Mrs. Biasing takes care of paying bills for Benilde —a necessary part of finances. Mrs Holmes takes diligent care of the student financial file. MRS MARY BLASING Finance Office Secretary MRS. AMY HOLMES Assistant Finance Office Secretary ONE DOWN. 1059 TO GO! Mrs Biasing: takes tuition from Harland Durkin. Religion-An Integral Par; NOW LOOK AT IT THIS WAY .. I'M THE HEAD OF THE CLASS AND YOU'RE . . The Mystical Body is discussed by Bro. Terence. BNSOP Brother Kevin threatens his students with a Religion test. BROTHER BRUNO Religion IV; Counselor; Religion Department Head; Contact. “MAN IS A RATIONAL ANIMAL. Brother Bruno explains the theory of Essentialism to his Senior Religion class. BROTHER KEVIN Religion I; Missions; Apostleship of Prayer. BROTHER GERARD Religion I. IV; Assistant Principal. 20 Of Every Student’s Life The aim of the Benilde Religion Department is to develop the complete student by making him aware of his involvement in today’s society. The question of how to love, is the question which most students leave the school thinking about. The student is taught to be a person, and to recognize the quality of “personness in his fellow men. From an adequate study of Religion, a Benilde Student is given a better understanding of his role in the world. BROTHER TERENCE Religion III; Counselor; Contact; Moderator: Student Council. BROTHER DISMAS Religion II; American History; Contact; Moderator Hockey. “A HELPING HAND.” Bro. Dismas discusses a religion topic with an interested student. •AHA! ANOTHER TRICK QUESTION FOR TOMORROWS TEST! Brother Gerard goes through his text. 21 Brother Theodore distributes tests to apprehensive students. Education Of ‘Whole Man’ Stressed At Benilde TLL TELL THE JOKES HERE. ROBERT! Brother Patrick explains who's boss in Senior Religion. Benilde takes pride in its education of the Whole Man. and in particular, of the work of its Religion Department. By the instruction in a comprehensive Religion course, it is hoped that Christian principles and a better understanding of the problems that we all face will be instilled in the students of Benilde. This important task is chiefly in the capable hands of Brother Bruno, who heads the Religion department. BROTHER THEODORE Religion III; Counselor. 22 BROTHER PATRICK Religion IV; Director. Literature — Broadens Cultural Background The interpretation of Restoration Comedy intrigues Mr. Duffy. BROTHER PAULIAN English II; Religion I; Contact; Missions. MR. WILLIAM DUFFY English III; English Department Head; Driver’s Education. BROTHER MARK English II; Religion II; Moderator C.C.D. All the Students’ questions are readily and cheerfully answered by Bro. Paulian. Discussing English Literature. Bro Mark explains the elements of the Transcendentalist movement. BROTHER H ANDREW English III IV; Speech Typing; Religion III; Moderator: Drama, Decorations. BROTHER OEOROE English I; Coach: Cross-Country. Track; Moderator Basketball. MR PATRICK GLYNN English IV; Counselor; Moderator: Lancer; Asst. B-Squad Baseball Coach. MR P. KEVIN O'LEARY English III IV; Asst. Drama Director; Publicity. YOU'D THINK IN EIGHT YEARS YOU GUYS WOULD LEARN HOW TO SPELL 'ENGLISH'. -Mr Weiss lectures to his class. “YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO ANYTHING BUT DIE! — Brother Andrew discusses the value of the evening's English assignment. English - Essential For The study of English is one of the student’s primary concerns. Reading and writing are stressed, along with study of the literatures of both English and American authors. Literature study helps the student understand the people and customs of the times, making himself a better person today. 24 PRIDE AND PREJUDICE. SHAKESPEARE. WAY OF THE WORLD-Mr. Glynn administers another Literature test to his Senior A-P English class. Communication In Modern Society Besides coaching cross country. Brother George finds time to teach Freshman English grammar and composition. “WHAT DO YOU MEAN. A FREE QUESTION ON WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAD A SHIRT LIKE THIS? - Mr. O’Leary checks over the latest composition. 25 BROTHER FRANCIS Physics; Religion I; Head of Science Department; Father's Club Moderator; Football Moderator; Bus Driver. Contact. IT'S AS EASY AS ir -Brother Francis explains the use of the slide rule. MR. KOSTICK Chemistry; Driver's Education. Science -The Key Biology, Chemistry, Physics-these are the science offering's at Benilde covering- the complete spectrum of the science field. First hand experience is g-ained by students in dissection of frog's, computing circular motion, and heating a conglomeration of chemicals over a Bunsen burner. Brother Stephen explains the protozoa to his Biology class. To The Age Of Tomorrow NOW WHO CAN GIVE THE BIOUXHCALCLASSIFICA TION OF A FOOTBALL?”-Mr. O'Hara lectures to his students. WHAT DID YOU ADD NOW? MR. O HARA Biology; Religion II; Assistant B Squad Football Coach; Swimming Coach: Track Coach. THE NAME OF THIS CLASS IS ‘THINK’. -Bro. Raymond often asks a student to explain his thoughts on a problem. Mathematics —Discipline In Thought THE SLOPE OF THE LINE IS FOUND BY . . . ” —Bro Richard explains fundamental trigonometric principles. The true value of a High-school mathematics course lies in the clarity of thought and expression that it instills in its students. Whether the student is studying first-year algebra or senior analytics, the teacher emphasizes logic and exactness in communications of thoug'ht. And the self-control which is gained can be applied to all future education. BROTHER RAYMOND BROTHER JUSTIN Analytics IV; Math De- Algebra I; Principal, partment Head; Coach: Golf. 28 NOW. THE END CUTS LEFT. AND ...” Mr. O’Reilly sneaks in a few football plays during math class. NOW IF YOU WERE A MATHEMATICIAN -Brother Justin questions his class. MR. WILLIAM HERZOG Algebra I; Chemistry. MR. THOMAS O’REILLY Geometry; English II; Coach; Varsity Football; B-Squad Basketball. An important point in trigonometry is explained by Mr. Braun. 29 FANS IN THE STANDS. Math teachers. Left to Right: Mr. Patrias. Bro. Raymond, and Bro. Justin take a break to enjoy the game. YOU DONT BELIEVE ME. MAYBE? Mr. Patrias goes over the definition of a triangle. 30 “KNOW YOUR P’s AND Q's” Demonstrating the theory of truth tables. Mr Herzog points out the importance of symbols. “The Age Of Computers” Challenge Students Because of the growth of the computer society” a thorough background in math is becoming more than necessary. A mathematically-minded person is wanted in many modern industrial and technological fields. The math department at Benilde has. as its purposes, the preparation of the student for the age of computers.” MR. PATRIAS Geometry; Freshman Football; Coach. MR. BRAUN Algebra Trig III; Algebra I; Assistant Freshman Football Coach. Freshman Football Coaches. Mr. Patrias and Mr. Braun, watch Benilde victory over De La Salle. 31 Social Studies— We Learn Of Our Society And World The Social Studies Department, under the direction of Mr. Joranger, is truly unique. During- his four years at Benilde, a student is exposed to American and World history, and, in his senior year, the true meaning of all the previous years’ knowledge is applied to citizenship and social living. Mr Haben posts the Bulletin for his class. MR JAMES CROWLEY World Cultures III: Social IV; Contact; Driver's Education; Moderator: BE-NILDEN MR ST MARTIN American History I; Religion II; Coach: B-Squad Hockey. B-Squad Baseball MR WILLIAM HABEN World Cultures III; Athletic Director; Coach: Varsity Basketball; Moderator: Varsity Club. Mr. St. Martin gives an oral test to his History class. MR. JAMES JORANGER Social IV; Social Studies Department Head; Ass't. Coach: Varsity Football; Coach: Wrestling. 32 n r “I TOLD YOU CZECHOSLOVAKIA WAS ON THE MAP! Brother Benedict explains European map to his World Cultures students. HOW COULD YOU FAIL YOUR LICENSE TEST-I TAUGHT YOU! During World Culture Class. Mr. Crowley explains the significance of the Viet Nam war. Mr. Joranger clarifies a controversial issue during Social Studies reports. 33 BROTHER ANTHONY Spanish I, II; Foreign Language Department head. MR. BUSSMAN Latin I. II. Ill; Moderator; Latin Club, Stamp and Coin Club. Brother Anthony prepares a tape recording for his Spanish class. Foreign Language Department Mr. Bussman explains the value of studying Latin to parents at the Open House. The Language department is divided into two sections, the first are the classical languages, which is Latin. The second are the modern languages, which include Spanish, taught by Brother Anthony, and German, taught by Mr. Halverson. The Latin classes are under the direction of Mr. Buss- man. Through studies of a classical language, students increase their understanding of their own language and broadening their thinking power. The difference between a modern language and a classical language is that a modern language can be put into practical use in writing and speaking with people from other countries. 34 Mr. Murphy checks his room's progress during annual Laker ticket drive. Increases Thinking Power MR. MURPHY Latin I, II; Religion; Moderator Driver Education, Glee Club. Contact. Public Relations. MR. HALVERSON German I, II; Moderator: Debate and Speech. 35 In the faculty room. Mr. Halverson plots his lesson plans for the week. Students Trained As Modern Businessmen The Business Department at Benilde, lead by Mr. Ek, Mr. Cates and Brother Felix, is geared to the needs of the modem businessman. The courses in typing, business law, economics, and bookkeeping are offered to prepare the student for the practical application of his knowledge in the business field. The subjects of the business department are not limited to the person seeking a career in business, for all can get a jump on life by knowing the principals on which the world is so dependant. Typing is valuable for anyone, especially if they plan on going to college. Bookkeeping, business law and economics will also be helpful in the management of home and family budgets. I MUST ADMIT. THAT WAS A SWELL TEST-Mr. Ek checks over bookkeeping: test papers. MR EK Bookkeeping:. Typing. Economics; Coach: Freshman Basketball. Asst. Cross Country. Asst. Track. MR. CATES Economics, Business Law. American History Some interesting aspects of business law are discussed by Mr Cates. Brother Felix pauses during a typing session to examine some previous timed writings BROTHER FELIX Typing. Supervisor of Instruction. MR. REICHEL Phy-Ed Department Head. Coach: Hockey. MR. QUINN Phy-Ed. Coach: 'B‘ Squad Football. Varsity Baseball. Phy-Ed - Healthy Bodies For Healthy Minds An integral part of the development of the Red Knight is physical education. This is provided under the untiring guidance of Mr. Reichel and Mr. Quinn. Freshmen and Sophomores are required to take part in physical education which is composed of calisthenics. individual skills, and team sports. Wrestling, basketball, football, softball, and golf skills are taught throughout the year. Also a physical efficiency test is given at the beginning and end of each year to judge the advancement of the student. Mr. Quinn shows Freshmen the correct method for a complicated roll. Team sports are emphasized in Phy-Ed course, here students participate in speedy game of line basketball. SURE. ITS ILLEGAL, BUT IT WORKS-Mr Reichel diagrams a play for his Sophomore Phy-Ed class Many people help to make Benilde what it is. In the Library Brother Louis Andrew provides his special insight in helping students in their endless hunt for information for essays, summeries, book reports, and term papers. In the Nurse’s office, Mrs. Percival is on duty to assist any student in the need of medical attention. She also keeps the health records of all students on file. This is the second year Benilde has had a full time nurse on duty. Probably one of the most important persons necessary in the proper operation of the school is Brother Louis who directs the maintenance department. Daily he cares for the lighting, heating, and repairs of the school. He is first into the building in the morning, turning on the lights and opening doors. He is also the last one to leave at night, checking the school and then locking up. Brother Louis also drives the Benilde bus which transports the Red Knights to and from the events we participate in. YOU SEEM PERFECTLY WELL TO ME-Mrs. Percival. the school nurse takes the temperature of ailing: Steve Risch. Services Cater To Mind And Body — Keep Brother Louis Andrew helps junior Tim Lawless to find material for his term paper. Maintenance head, Br. Louis, checks lighting: for an assembly. 38 Mrs. Chnstianseu collects lunch tickets during1 the Junior lunch period. School Running Efficiently SWEETS FOR THE SWEET-Mrs Wilkins, gets extra brownies out for the hungry students. Mrs. Brenner prepares mock chicken legs for the next lunch period The Cafeteria, under the able leadership of Mrs. Marian Williams, (who runs probably the most popular activity at Benilde) lunches are prepared and served to the 1,050 hungry boys at Benilde. The cafeteria staff is made up of Mrs. Betty Rosenow, Mrs. Doris Christiansen, Mrs. Florence Wilkins, and Mrs. Marilyn Brenner. Students also assist in the cafeteria during the lunch periods and after school to help pay their tuition. 39 ACTIVITIES Projects Galore For Benilde Mothers Mothers inspect some aprons on sale at the annual Christmas bazaar. Bid auction draws a prospective buyer. Secret bids are placed and highest bidder gets item. Wreaths were among the many articles on sale at the Christmas bazaar. 42 The Benilde Mothers’ Club is a young, but most enthusiastic organization. This can be verified by the fact that the Mothers’ Club sponsors such functions as the Fall Fashion Show, Spring Dessert Luncheon, Senior Mother-Son Breakfast, and Christmas Tree Bazaar. The Mothers’ Club also includes such services as serving refreshments at various school functions. Under the direction of Brother A. Benedict and Mrs. Wesley Engstrom, president, the Benilde Mothers’ Club, through the cooperation of all the mothers, completed another successful year. MOTHERS' CLUB OFFICERS - Back Row. Loft to Right: Mrs. Richard Anderson, treasurer. Brother Benedict, moderator. Front Row: Mrs. Leo Torborg, vice-president; Mrs Wesley Engstrom. president; Mrs. Lowoll Stafford, secretary. Missing: Mrs Owen Beckwith, membership secretary Hopeful mothers register to win one of the many door prizes available. Brother Benedict addresses a large group of mothers assembled for the dessert luncheon climaxing the year. 43 Students Serving — Students Served This year brought a new administration to the Benilde Student Council. Under the direction of President Jerry Lucas and the new moderator Brother Terence, the Council continued its drive for excellence. The Executive Board presented a new face to the school this year. The Vice-President was split into separate offices, the Committee-Coordinator became an elected office, and a Commissioner-at-Large replaced the office of Commissioner of Finance, which was no longer necessary with the demise of the Student Loan Association. The Executive Board also functioned as one unit rather than as a President backed by other officers. brother Terence Moderator EXECUTIVE BOARD. Seated. Left to Right: Lee Olsen-First Vice President. Jerry Lucas-President, Brother Terence-Advisor, Paul Hoch-Second Vice President. Standing: Kelly Belanger-Treasurer, Dave lilies-Committee Coordinator. Tim Laska-Commis-sioner at Large, Jon Cieslak-Commissioner of Publications. Jay Tirpak-Secretary. Chuck Meade-Commissioner of Student Activities. Mike Schaffer-Commissioner of Academic Affairs. Sock Hops Cheerleaders Knights' Ball Senior Dinner Clothing Drive Paperback Center Mass for Students Homecoming Dance Scholarship Night Junior-Senior Prom Homeroom Election Art and Poster Club Evaluation Committee All-School Assemblies Nomination Convention Freshman Welcome Night Annual MASC Convention Audio-Visual Department Student Council Yearbook Executive Board Elections 8th Grade Testing Program Lost and Found Department Summer Leadership Workshops Four Executive Board Reports Leadership Scholarship Program Constitution Revision Committee Student Council Column in Lancer Christmas Party for Poor Children Gift to the School Executive Board Meetings Twice Weekly Ice cream, coke, and change machines Transportation Committee-A way Games Homecoming Parade and Coronation Ball Parliamentary Procedure Training Course General Assembly Meetings Twice Monthly Selection of Boys’ State Representatives Homecoming Button. Float, and Queen Contests Mother and Son Graduation Communion Breakfast Second Vice President Paul Hoch reports on the Knights Ball as Secretary Jay Tirpak, President Jerry Lucas, and Parliamentarian Ted Sweetser look on. Tom Gilsenan, Chairman of the Evaluation Committee, brings up an interesting contradiction as delegates Jim Markusen and Jody Bowars await their chance to speak. This Spring the Student Council completed its fourth year as one of the school’s most prosperous and thriving: activities. Among the many projects handled by the Council were the Homecoming Dance, Bonfire, and Float Contest, the Knights Ball, and the Prom. Besides these social events the Student Council organized a Christmas party for local poor children, sponsored a statewide student council workshop, and was responsible in a large part for building school spirit. President Jerry Lucas addresses the 58 member General Assembly as the Executive Board discusses an issue among themselves (right). Benilde Student Council Prestige Manifested When one thinks about the Benilde Student Council, they usually associate it with the big, impressive general assembly meetings or the dynamic elections. The heart of the council machine is dedicated to service. Since its institution the student council has assumed many of the projects which originally had been coordinated by the administration. They now handle some 55 activities ranging from soc-hops to scholarship programs. Prospective freshmen for I960 take the placement test. Help was provided for the teachers through the arrangements of Mike Schaffer. Commissioner of Academic Affairs I THOUGHT I'D ADD A LITTLE ‘COLOR’ TO THE GROUP'-Thurlow Spurr and the Spurrlows presented Music For Modern Americans to the students at a council sponsored assembly 46 Entertainment by a local magician was provided for the poor children's Christmas party. Numerous Projects Peter and the Wolves play for a Beni lde Soc-Hop. THIS IS MY BODY”-Father O'Connor celebrates Mass in the gym before the students. Chuck Meade handles the arrangements. A wide variety of paperback books are obtainable through the Student Council Bookstore. DECISIONS, DECISIONS - Board of Review at the Scholarship Night check all candidates for the scholarships available to incoming freshmen. The time has come, said the Walrus, “To talk of many thing’s; of shoes-and ships-and sealing- wax-of cabbag-es and king-sand why the sea is boiling hot and whether pigs have wings.” Lewis Carroll And speak they did. Under the direction of Mr. Halvorson, the Benilde Shield Club had another fine year. Continuing its policy of last year, members tried to improve their speaking ability rather than their argumentative skills for use in debate tournaments where there is no substitute for logic and coolheaded thinking. SHIELD CLUB OFFICERS -Seated. Left to Right: Dan O’Brien-President, Mr. Halvorson-Moderator, Ted Sweetser-Vice President. Standing: Bill Burns-Ambassador at Large, Steve Reisch-Secretary. Mike Schaffer-Treasurer. CASTING OUT PEARLS OF WISDOM - Sophomore Mike Baily exhibits oratory talents. 4ft Mr. Donald JTal vorson. Moderator of the Shield Club Seniors Mike Schaffer and Ted Sweetser discuss strategy for up-coming debate tournament. Dan O’Brien talks over the strategy used during: the last debate at a meeting-. Debaters’ Forensic Ability Tested DEBATE AND SPEECH MEMBERS-Front Row. Left to Right: Bob Ost, Dave Cartor, Mark English. Mike Myers. Steve Carter. Jay Bergeron. John Palanch. Middle Row: Joe Mork, Dick Moriarty. Bob Birch. Terrence Kroeten. Larry Fagot. Greg Joseph. Back Row: Mike Bailey. John LePeau, John Ceislak. Allen Zachman. Dave Koenig. The Benilde Drama Club Presents TO SCRATCH WONT HELP. DOPE. WHAT YOU NEED IS SOAP-The King and Queen of Denmark, (Marie Mulheran-Regina and Paul Offerman) plan the murder of Hamlet. HOW NOW BROWN COW I'VE LOST MY WIT!-Ophelia. Hamlet's daughter (Sue Gray-Regina). goes mad from neglect by her father. She is later found drowned in the river. THE SERPENT THAT STUNG ME NOW WEARS THE KING'S RING-Dick Westbrook, the ghost of Hamlet's father, reveals murderers to Hamlet (Bob Birch). Brother Andrew and his Benilde Players, presented ‘The Great Dane”, a take off on Shakespeare's “Hamlet”, at the October meeting- of Benilde’s Mothers’ Club. The play was directed by Brother Harold Andrew with the assistance of Mr. Kevin O’Leary. The male parts were played by Benilde students while the girls parts were played by Marie Mul-heran and Sue Gray of Regina High School. The story is about a murder plot of the king of Denmark to overthrow the throne. Hamlet, the son of the murdered king, learns of the plot from his father’s ghost and vows revenge. Polonius, a friend of Hamlet, is accidentally killed by Hamlet. Polonius’ son. Laertes with the urging of the new royalty seeks to kill Hamlet. Throughout the play the entire cast is killed in one manner or another, until the lone survivor, the messenger, drinks the last of the poison ... there are survivors none. “The Great Dane” As First Play Of Season Senior Bob Birch, who played Hamlet in 'The Great Dane.” contemplates the murder plot of the King- and Queen which killed his father. IN NORWAY IT'S KNOWN AS PABST BLUE RIBBON BEER-Laertes (Bob Brambilla) offers the poison to the King (Paul Offerman). WHAT COULD BE MORE SAD THAN POOR HAMLETS GOING MAD?-Ophelia (Sue Gray-Regina) and Polo-nius (Milt Barker) discuss news that Hamlet has gone insane. AHA!, I SEE SOME POISON'S LEFT-The messenger (Dave Sloss) is about to drink the poison which has killed everyone but himself. 5) Plain and Fancy is the story of two New York city-dwellers who arrive in the Amish community of Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania, to look at a piece of land owned by one of the main characters Dan King-. Ruth Winters, the other New Yorker, is also Dan’s fiance' Dan plans to sell the land to a Jacob Yoder as a present to Yoder’s daughter, Katy, for her wedding. Dan and Ruth are abruptly introduced to the many facets of the Amish community that are entirely foreign to them. These people don’t smoke, drink, or wear buttons. The pair gets involved in several misadventures concerning the marriage of Katy and decide that her betrothed is not the one she should marry. Somehow or other, Ruth and Dan manage to straighten things out and things end happily ever after to the strains of Plenty of Pennsylvania. Dan King and Ruth Winters ask a spaceman how to get to Bird-in-Hand. New Yorkers Encounter Papa and Katie Yoder discuss Katie’s marriage. “Everything grows in Pennsylvania. Senior Rick Kurzeka goes through the make-up preparations to become Papa Yoder. Hilda (Jackie Kaeder) flirts with Mam bo Joe. Amish In “Plain Fancy” Mr. George Bonnarrens (choreographer) gives Tim Loosbrock a well-deserved haircut. Hilda tries to prove to Dan that she really isn't plain after all. •NO. PETER . . . NO.”-Katie Yoder (Sue Gray) resists Peter's (Bob Birch) advances because she is engaged to Ezra. Peter's brother. 53 Ruth, did you have to mention hex?” Ruth (Molly Daniels) and Dan (Wally Rasmussen) encounter Mr. Miller (Dave Sloss) on the way to Bird-in-Hand. Is good to be honest, but is also honest not to be a blabbermouth.” Mr. Miller lectures his daughter Hilda (Marie Mulheran). Hilda takes great pleasure in cooling off a hot suitor (Greg Peterson). Mr. Yoder (right. Bob Brambilla) and Mr. Miller (left, Bill Donohue) try to convince Dan King (Dick Westbrook) that $500 is a good price.” 54 Efforts Of Many Give Pleasure For All The preparations prior to the production of Plain and Fancy were a lot fancier than they were plain. Set construction under the supervision of Bill Martin and Larry Gorrell started before the end of Christmas vacation. Eight weeks of gruelling practices terminated in the production of the play on March 11,12,and 13. Again this year the Benilde Players were directed by Brother Harold Andrew and Mr. Kevin O’Leary. Mr. George Bonnarens lent his talents as choreography director. The music to such songs as “Young and Foolish,” Plenty of Pennsylvania, and “This Is All Very New to Me” was directed by Brother Paulian, Brother Anthony, and Mr. O’Leary. It can be appreciated that the talent of many enthusiastic thespians was required to produce a play of such quality as Plain and Fancy. •YOU LOOK NICE TOO. PETER. -Katie Yoder (Jan Steinberg:) and Peter (Paul Hoch) meet after his arrival. “Vegetables? Ezra (Jay Hauge) exclaims as he discovers the cure-all for troubles. Ruth (Pat Fergruson) retorts. Well, old vegetables.” Scranton Sal (Nancy Mason) shows Hilda (Jackie Kaeder) how to be fancy, to Hilda’s great astonishment. 55 Benilde’s Musical Ambassadors Sing, sing, sing. And 140 Benilde Students did. The Benilde Glee Club presented itself for performances everywhere. In many parishes around the Minneapolis area, at the Southdale Shopping Center, and finally in its own auditorium. Injecting many of the sounds from Rodgers and Hammerstein,s-“The Sound of Music” the glee club put out a magnificent effort under the direction of Mr. James Murphy. And for the first time, a student. Bob Birch, took over part of the direction of the chorus. The Christmas Concert was a display not only of the traditional “'Twas the Night Before Christmas,” (now an annual presentation with Santa Claus dropping by to help out) but of many new selections including the “Little Drummer Boy,” a Christmas song which has been growing rapidly in popularity. This musical Merry Christmas was a truly outstanding production by the Glee Club and an indication that more great sounds were on the way. Tenors Carter, Dave Blumberg, Jim Cichosz. Chuck Bodem, Dennis Clifford, Dennis Boll. Jim Corcoran, Tim Cieslak. Jon Cramer, Steve Doran, Jim DeCrescenzo, Mike Elsen. Dan Ebner, Tim Erspamer, Mark Gacek. Bob Geib, Tim Galvin, Dennis Gerber. Jim Hackenmueller, Dave Grisham. Dave Halluska, John Hackenmueller. Tom Hoody. Mike Kadlec. Dan Keller. Frank Knaeble, Chuck Koenig. Dave Larson. Steve Kronstedt, John Laumann, Tom Laska, Tim Libby, Steve Lentz, Mark Lucas, Jerry Luikens, Mike Lupo, Joe Luikens, Ed Malat, Bob Me Donald, Don Martin. Bill Miskowio, Cory Me Donald. Mike Moore, Rob Melich, Mike Mueller, Mike Mueller. Steve Nalezny, Jerome O'Leary. John Nalezny, Larry Ost. Bob Navratil. Allen Peterson. Greg Pallanch, John Reichert. Mike Rockwell, Dave Richardson. Dave Roessler, Rick Rockwell. Jim Sek, Ronald Sather, Mark Tiffany. Bruce Scherer, Dennis Winker. Tim Shields, Bill Wozniak, Tom Sloss, Dave Martin. Cort Srdar, Kerry Alstad. Carl Watts. Alan Behring, Bill Young. Jim Birch, Bob Sweetser, Ted Freshman Chuck Antony does a piano solo for the Glee Club during the Christmas presentation for the students. Mr. Murphy breaks the morning- silence with a song. The sounds of the Glee Club reverberate through the garden formances. The student body listens attentively to the opening medley which included'The Rain in Spain and Before the Parade Passes By among other numbers. Student Director Bob Birch conducts the 140 members group. rt at Southdale, as part of the Christmas series of per- Basses Birch. Jerry Davidson, Jim Darcy, Pat Erickson, Steve Ervasti, Tom Fahey. Chris Farrington. Dave Florek, Don Geib. Bob Gerber. Pat Grahek, Mike Hannan. Tom Hirschey, Mark Hoch. Paul Kennefick. Kevin Konersman. Bill Kormanik, Jerome Mack. Greg Malia. Gerry Malone. Dan Manning. Bill Marquardt. Bill Nelson, Tony Shields, Scott Tirpak,Jay Tsai, Frank Wright. Mike Antony. Chuck Bailey. Rick Boe, Barron Belanger. Brian Butler. Steve Cooley. Tom Cuddigan. Tim Hanto. Gary Harasyn, Don Hartle, Jim Hemker, Steve Hirschey. Dave Hoffman. Paul Humphrey. Jim Jackson. Mike Kowalski, Dave Kurzeka, Rick Luikens. Rick Markell. Joe Mello, Renato Milbauer, Jack Nelson. Mike Renner. Ray Rodby, Craig Roy, Bob Sutton. Tom Van Brocklin, Jerry Van Camp. Jack White, Tim Whiteman. Tim Wozniak, Tim Schroeder. John Barnett. Dan 57 Benilde Hosts Annual BALLAD IN B MINOR-Mike Wright sings his own creation. ST. MAROARETS ACADEMY GLEE CLUB-Sistcr Zachary. C.S.J., directs. 400 STRONG - The combined choruses of St Margaret's, Regina, and Holy Angels join Benilde and the Defenders in the final song of the concert. “South Winds ” Benilde’s well known Glee Club climaxed the 1965-66 concert season by presenting its sixth annual choral festival, “The Sounds of Spring.” The special guests of Benilde were: St. Margaret’s Academy, Holy Angels Academy, and Regina High School. The four glee clubs, along with the Defenders, a rock band of Benilde Sophomores, provided an evening of musical variety and enjoyment for all that attended. The concert was presented in Benilde’s Great Hall on April 1 and 2. Kn'Wr Choral Extravaganza — “Sounds Of Spring” REOINA HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR CHORUS-under the direction of Sister M Kateri, O.P. Tenor Soloist, Steve Cramer sang: On the Street Where You Live from My Fair Lady and the solo for Lowlands.” Glee Club president. Bob Birch sing Till There Was You” in Benilde's sixth annual choral festival. HOLY ANGELS ACADEMY QLEE CLUB-directed by Sister St. Cecilia. C.SJ. 59 The “Lancer” - Outlet For Student Opinions Under the direction of moderator Mr. Glynn, the Lancer put out its normal nine issues this year. Adopting: a new policy in midyear, the Lancer began to take an official stand on important issues for the first time. Many people contributed a variety of thing's to the Lancer. Bob Birch and Stanley Olsen projected their own personalities in their columns. Wally Rasmussen presented many lively discussion topics in his Cynic’s Circle. Jim King- drew the cartoons which appeared in the Lancer. Editor Ted Sweetser, Editorial Page Editor Tom Gilsenan, Sports Editor Jim McCormick, and Feature Editors Dick Moriarty and Dave lilies spent long-hours preparing- the school paper for publication. Once again they proved that old maxim: “The Lancer is the answer. MR. PATRICK GLYNN Moderator Editorial Pape Editor Tom Gilsenan files some material for the next Copy Editor Tom Marincell typed copy as issue of the paper. well as corrected it. Art Editor Jim King draws a tricky cartoon for the editorial page. 60 WELL. SOMEONE HAS TO WRITE THAT ARTICLE! -Editor Ted Sweetser seems a bit perplexed about the apathy of his workers at the staff meeting. Sports Editor Jim McCormick spends a long afternoon and evening on the paper. Staff members Bill Burns and Dan O’Brien get some tips on the newspaper business from one of the seventy-five papers that Benilde receives from other schools each month. HOW DO I GET THIS STUFF OFF MY FINGERS?-Feature Editors Dave lilies and Dick Moriarty prepare some page paste-ups. LANCER STAFF- Back Row. Left to Right: Tim Miller, John Le Peau. Ken Levoir. Mike Graham. Jim Young. Middle Row: Dave Koenig. Jim Loscheider. Bob Welter. Frank Tsai. Greg Welter. Front Row: Stan Olsen. Jay Bergeron. Tom Er-vasti, Mike Urseth. Cooperative Effort Produces “New”Benilden Under the moderation of Mr. James Crowley and the editorship of Larry Guyer the yearbook for the Red Knights, the Benil-den, once again came off the presses full of memories for all. This year the yearbook was distributed to seniors in August breaking the tradition of spring delivery. Underclassmen received their books at registration for the year of 1966-67. This step was taken so that spring sports and graduation might be included in the yearbook. PURE DEDICATION-Nothing: stops co-sports editors. Mike Graham (in bed) and Bill Donahue, as they work on sports pages in Methodist Hospital The Senior section staff. Bob Birch, Milt Barker, and Jim Markusen alphabetize Senior Activity lists. ALL FOR ONE-ONE FOR ALL- Larry Gorrell and Tom Cooley assist” Tom Gudden in preparing copy for the latest deadline. Tom Gilsenan and Jim Kingexamine copy and art ideas for the Senior section. DONT CALL ME CHIEF! -Editor-in-chief, Larry Ouyer, in familiar surroundings Activities Editor. Tony Jaspers and Academics Editor. Jay Tirpak engage in a battle of the minds over a page layout. Editors Editor-in-Chief Larry Guyer Editor at Large Associate Editor Larry Gorrell Underclassmen Editor Tom Cooley Senior Editor Bob Birch Academics Editor Jay Tirpak Activities Editor Tony Jaspers Sports Editors Bill Donohue Mike Graham Spring Editor Wally Rasmussen Copy Editor Tom Gilsenan Art Editor Jim King Staff Greg Welter. Tom Newell. Dave Piazza. Bill Martin. John Niemi, Alan Gits. Bill Burns. Mike Hopkins. Doug Appel-gren. Rick Luikens. John Degnan. Milt Barker. Mike Schaf fer, Jim Markusen. Mike Wright. BENILDEN WORKERS-Seated. Left to Right: Bill Donohue. Tom Cooley. Larry Gorrell, Larry Ouyer. Tom Oudden, Bob Birch. Mike Graham. Back Row: Wally Rasmussen. John Degnan. Rick Luikens, Tony Jaspers. Mike Hopkins. Jay Tirpak Front Row: Jim King. Bill Bums, Doug Applegren, Jim Markusen, Tom Newell, Mike Wright. 63 Full View Of Christianity Through Contact Corps ANNUAL ALL CITY MASS FOR 1965 was held in St OlaTs church in downtown Minneapolis for the first time this year. On December 29, 1,500 high school students joined in a plea for peace in the Catholic Youth Center sponsored Mass. Father Baligo, CYC director, was celebrant. Seniors Rick Luikens, Mike Moore, and Ernie Palmstein. load Christmas baskets into the car before delivery to the poor families of the city. SENIOR CONTACT MEMBERS .. Back Row, Left to Right: Jim Loscheider. Kelly Belanger. Craig Kocan, Denny Scherer. Tom Cooley. Ed Graces. Center: Don McDonald, Mike Schaffer, Frank Tsai. Bill Martin, Tony Jaspers. Mike Graham. Larry Gorrell. Mike Hopkins. Jay Hauge, John Degnan, Steve Libby. Front Row: Doug Applegrin, Jim Young. Brother Bruno-Moderator, Gerry Keimer. Ted Sweetser. Mike Dubay. 64 “Get involved”-the motto of the Contact Leaders Corps. And they do. From the All-City Mass in December to the small town of Carlisle, Kentucky in July. There you will find CONTACT. During- the summer nearly five-hundred students from this area took part in the summer projects in the Peace Corps j.g., including work at the House of Charity, in Minneapolis; in city playgrounds; and at the Home of the Good Shepard, St. Paul. In Mille Lacs and Pine Ridge they worked with the Indians, and in Carlisle, they worked with the government initiating “Project Head Start,” part of the war on poverty. Benilde’s school groups this year participated in mission work, a Christmas basket drive, and in group discussions with other schools in the area. “Christ is there —go to meet him” —And Contact did. SOPHOMORE-JUNIOR MEMBERS . . . Back Row. Left to Right: Dave Burke, Ken Rudstrom, Steve Hemker, John Le Peau, Dave Ulias, Tom Wozniak. Mark Erspamer. Dave Kowalski. Tim Miller, I arry Hile. Center: Dan Baker, Martin Meins, Scott Schaffer. Jay Burgeron. Dave Mork, Dave Richardson. Carl Alstead, Tom Lauman, Dave Piazza, Mike Kelly, Steve Krattmier. Joe Julie. Steve Risch, John Cretzmeier Front Row: Pat Darcy. Bill Burns, Jim Blumberg. Br. Te ranee— Moderator, Mr. Crowley — Moderator. Mr. Murphy-Moderator, Dan O’Brien. Tom Horner. 65 Students Assume Role Of Teachers Seniors Jim Young (left) and Paul Hoch, discuss the teaching program of CCD with their moderator. Brother Hugh Mark. An extensive training program must be completed before students can teach the Saturday morning religion classes. CCD TEACHERS ... Standing. Left to Right: Br Mark - Moderator. Paul Hoch. Larry Gorrell. John Degnan. Jim Young, Joe Jullie, Bill Franke, Bill Schardt. Dan O'Brien. Seated: Stan Olsen. Bill Owens. Greg Lewis. 66 Continuing- a custom begun sometime ago, Benilde students again this year taught children in area parishes who did not attend parochial schools. Every Saturday morning they provide religious education under the auspices of the Confraternity of the Christian Doctrine (CCD), in three suburban parishes-Good Shepard. St. Joseph’s, and St. Raphael’s. Instruction in the Bible, Catechism, the Sacraments, and the Litergy, are given to children in the first through eighth grades. These classes are valuable not only to the Benilde student teachers, but they also provide the young people with a deeper appreciation of their religion and of what it means to be a Christian. Before a student begins teaching, he is required to take instructions in teaching and in religion. When a student has fulfilled the basic requirements he can then teach a class. This is an opportunity for Benilde students to show their true spirit and give service which is desperately needed. John Degnan tells his class about the virtues received at Confirmation. Explaining- a lesson to his class is Senior Larry Gorrell, who teaches at St. Raphael's parish in Crystal. NOW, HOW MANY DONT HAVE THEIR HOMEWORK DONE?”_____Senior Milt Barker teaches at St. Raphael's 67 Steve Schweitzer. Varsity Club member, helps himself to some popcorn from the popcorn machine operated by tho Club at home games. STAMP AND COIN CLUB members look over records. Left to right-Tom Guettler. Tim Miller president. Mr. Bussman, Bill Watson. Benilde has set up a character building program not only in the classroom but long after the final bell rings this program continues through extra curriculars. Students have a wide field of after school interests to pursue. Sports, debate, newspaper, Art and Poster Club, and Varsity Club to name a few. It is through the student’s active participation in these clubs that both the character of the student and the school have grown. VARSITY CLUB - First Row. Left to Right: Tim Wozniak, Jim Miezwa. John Hannan. Dennis Johnson. A1 Heckman. Hank Pyzdrowski. Tom Phillips Sgt at Arms. Tom Coffman President. Paul Hoch Vice President. Jim Miller. Pat Sauter. Second Row: Mike Graham Treasurer. Gerry Maher. Ernie Palmstein, Harland Durkin. Denny Scherer Secretary. Steve Schwietzer, Larry Grubryn. Gene Flick. Joe Wilson. Mike Urseth. Mike Jackson. Vince Herwitz. Third Row: Dan Malone. Greg Seagren, Jo Bowers. Mark LaVagne. Robert Malet. Bill Twomey. Jim Johnson. Tom Wozniak. Dave lilies. Rick Smith. Steve Mansour. Denny Nordstrom Fourth Row: Mike Doyle. Mike Dubay. Kelly Belanger. Steve Belanger. Pat Fetzgerald. John Keiser. Dave Kimball. Mike LaVagne. Dave Turke. Tom Roth. Todd Kenedy. Terry Mahoney. Rick Kur-zeka. Dave Sloss. BOWLING CLUB - Back Row, Loft to Right: Ed Theilen, Tom Geib, Tom Popehn, Jerry Igo, Tim Foss, Gordon Whiteman. Dave Cummings. Mark Best, Dan De Sautels, Lon Konold, Rick Qualy, Greg Lathrop, Jim Thibodeau. Jamie Phelps, Steve Larsen. Second Row: Mr. H. Weiss, moderator, John Popehn. Dave Kearn, Marc Renner. Pat Darcy. Bob Wollman. Jim Oliver. Tim Holahan, Edward Finklea. John Jordan. Kneeling: Tom Weber, Bruce Johnson. Russ Finklea, Bruce Tiffany, Tom Petersen, Steve Erickson, Joe Sturm. Sitting: Don Welter. Dennis Schaeppi, Mike Qualy. Charles Jordan, Dennis Galvin, Mike Marrinan, Mike Gillick. Something For Everyone At Benilde Freshman. Tom Peterson puts a little English on the ball as he tries for another strike. 69 1965 Benilde Homecoming — Weekend’s Festive Events Keep Spirit Of Red Benilde 1965 homecoming: button design -'Tommy Hawk-'Em . Benilde senior and date silhouetted by homecoming bonfire, the start of a weekend's activities. The gala 1965 Homecoming got a bright start on Friday night, October 1st, when Sheila Frawley, the Homecoming Queen for 1964, touched the torch to the huge bonfire. The Queen candidates were introduced and the Seniors were given the opportunity to vote for their favorite candidate. Music for an outdoor soc-hop was supplied by Benilde’s own Rogues. The next morning, a parade through St. Louis Park to Benilde and the judging of the homeroom floats preceded the duel between the Red Knights and the Cadets of St. Thomas. Despite the final quarter rally Benilde fell to the Tommies 19-18. 1965 Queen Coronation escorts with dates-Mark Lavine with JoAnne Arnold; Ernie Palmstein and Stephanie Breen; George Witt and Cheryl Belair; George Hoff with Anita Schwachtgen; Mike Pattee with Mickey Finn. 1965 homecoming queen; Jim Felling and last year’s queen. Sheila Frawley; Larry Mikan with Ann Mulcahy; Matt Patrias and Margaret Holman; Jay Hauge and Kathy Butler; and Mike Allen with Carol Kozak. Knights High The second annual bonfire sponsored by the student council starts off the 1965 Benilde homecoming festivities. Senior Greg Seagren fades back to pass as a St. Thomas gridder tries to bring him down. Aftor a disappointing first half. Benilde rallied for two quick touchdowns in last quarter, but still lost 19-12. -CANNONIZE ST. THOM AS”-The slogan for the first place float of Senior homeroom 147. CROWN FOR THE NEW QUEEN - Retiring queen Sheila Frawley crowns Mickey Finn to reign over the 1965-66 Homecoming festivities Coronation Dance Highlights 1965 Homecoming - Mickey Finn New Queen The reigning queen, Sheila Frawley . . With these words, M.C. Wally Rassmussen began the annual crowning of the new Homecoming Queen. Margaret “Mickey” Finn, a St. Margaret’s Academy senior, was selected by the Senior class of Benilde to represent them in the coming year. At 9:30 PM the music stopped and the candidates with their escorts marched through the crowd to the stage. The girls selected to represent their school in the contest were: JoAnne Arnold, Regina; Cheryl Belair, St. Anthony; Stephanie Breen, St. Anthony; Kathy Butler, Holy Angels; Margaret Finn, St. Margaret’s; Margaret Holman, Regina; Carol Kozak, St. Margaret’s; Ann Mulcahy, Holy Angels; and Anita Schwat-gen, Robinsdale High School. The magic moment came when Sheila Frawley placed the crown on the head of Margaret Finn. The new queen, all aglow with happiness enjoyed the Queen’s first dance with her escort, Mike Pattee. Froggie and His Friends supplied the music for the more than 250 couples present for the affair in the Benilde Great Hall. Couples er joy the music of Froggie and His Friends at the Benilde Homecoming Dance. 72 JoAnno Arnold Regina High School Cheryl Belair St. Anthony High School Stephanie Breen St. Anthony High School Kathy Butler Holy Angels Academy kkf Margaret Holman Regina High School Carol Kozak St Margaret's Academy Ann Mulcahy Holy Angels Academy Anita Schwatgen Robbinsdale High School “The new Junior Princess is Linda Boran from Regina High School, spoke Lee Olsen, 1st Vice President. This was the climax of the annual Red Knight’s Ball held on the evening of Saturday, January 22, 1966 in the Benilde Great Hall. Knights danced to the music of the Chancellors under decorations designed to the theme of “Winter Knights” by Bob Birch and Jim Loscheider. An interesting addition to the theme was the ticket to the dance which was shaped like a snowflake. For the first time this year the Junior Princess Assembly was not held during the school day. Instead it was held at a basketball game the week before the Knight’s Ball in the cafeteria. SENIORS Joe Buckley. Dan Winker. Jim Delebo. and Harland Durkin danced with their dates to the music of the Chancellors. Juniors Elect Linda Boran Princess A1 Hectman. Junior escort, and Maureen O'Gara. candidate from St. Anthony, enjoy a dance. Eight girls were nominated as candidates for Red Knight Princoss. Two juniors from each of the area's four Catholic Girls' schools. Seated, Left to Right: Linda Boran, Reg.; Mary Knotz. Reg.; and Maureen O'Gara. St. Anthony. Standing: Kitty La Pierre. A H.A.; Nora Sheehan. S.M.A.: Kathy Tumbush. A H.A.; Mary Ann Stimart, St. Anthony and Louise Boldischar. S.M.A. 74 Music for this event was provided by the Twin Cities’ own Chancellors. At Knight’s Ball Two spirited Irishmen. Mr. O’Hara (top) and Mr. O’Leary (bottom) demonstrate a jig- at the Knight's Ball. Bev Brunner, retiring princess, places the crown on the head of Linda Boran. new Junior Princess. CLASSES Junior Joel Bower stuffs boxes into the paper bailer while working1 at his part time job at the new Shopper’s City store in St. Louis Park. Juniors ’66 Prepare To They’re nearing- the finish of their high school careers and the biggest year is to soon face the class of 1967. They are now beginning to realize their new responsibilities in school and in the world. Juniors such as Chuck Meade, Tim Laska, Tom Wozniak, Dick Moriarity, and Chuck Cichosz, are now badgering for the leadership ranks which they will assume in sports and activities at C A la tad J Battach M Bllctk T Anderle J Bttur J Birch K Andaraon B Bauman D Hodrm M Andaraon W Bockar P Boucher T Andaraon K Beckwith R Bovle J Babbitt M Ballon J Bower B Bahnak J Her if D Bowden D Barnett D Barnhart R Brambilla 78 ead As Seniors In ’67 Benilde. The ’67 men also find themselves caught up in a bustling social world that they have never experienced before. They can now drive and to drive means more dates. This brings the responsibility of earning money, causing the responsibility of holding down a job. It is a year of many responsibilities, but also a year of many pleasant memories. D- Burck B. Caron R. Churchill J. Countor R Burko D Carroll C. Ciohocz J Cretz mayor W Bums M Carroll J. Cioslak T. Cuddigan S. Butler K. Christianson J Coleman B Cunningham G Dargay G. Dolan T Ebner D. DeSayteln J. Doran D Elsen P. Devine B. Dornik J. Engatrom J. Dochniak R Durkin M. Erspamor Juniors join with other students in cheering: the basketball team on to a 56-53 victory over De La Salle. Mr. Duffy gives pointers to student attempting to parallel park. Two Phase Driver Training Program First Of Its Kind In State As in previous years there appears an obligation of recognition and gratitude to be paid to those few stalwart members of the faculty, who have so humbly sacrificed their time to the risk of educating the Red Knights of the road in Driver Training. The program, initiated in 1961 by Mr. Murphy, through the courtesy of Hansord Pontiac, was the first private school in the state to have such a program. It includes two phases. 40 hours of classroom training, now having 32 enrollees, and six hours of be-hind-the-wheel experience, having about 25 participants. The brave individuals who are teaching the young Benildans the highways and byways of driving this year are Mr. Murphy, Mr. Crowley, Mr. Duffy and Mr. Kostick. T. Erviuit: R. Finke R Oelb J. Oraff L Fagot S Fisher R Geiger B Graham D Farrington D Florek D. Oenedok D. Grisham J. Filippl R Fo«nnun P. Gerber T. Hookenmueller 80 Mr. Crowley gives pointers to students as they cruise down the road in the car donated by Hansord. Pontiac. J Helneman S Hemker T Hendrickson M Hogan T Hoi T. Houser T. Hu (rhea J. Humphrey J. Hungleman V. Horwitz FILMS, FILMS AND MORE FILMS-Instructors Mr. Murphy (left) and Mr. Kostick. watch Driver Education films used to help train the new drivers. T. Holahan C Hum D II lie J Johnson J Jordan T. Hollingsworth J. Holman 8 Hubs J. I go P Jewett D. Johnson 8 Johnson C. Jordan J Jorgensen J. Jullie 8) M Kart ok J. Kchoo P Kormaiiik D Kowataky M Kelly P Kennedy O Kowatnky R Kurvem K Konneflck C. Knaeble T. Laaka D. LaSota T Knaable D Koenig O. Lathrop T. Lauman Students Express Themselves And Their AND THIS IS MY HONEY . . . M says Joel Bowars as he explains the articles of his unique collage to the class and Brother Terence. The purpose of these collages was to help each student develop a clearer idea of himself and his values. T Lawloaa O Mack J. LePeau O Maher S Lo Roch R Mai at M Letta D Mandy K LaVotr M Mankey O Lawia M Lutkana J. Lyon W Mann D. Manning W Marcoau 82 J Maricell M Mairman S MoCafrrey R McCormick C Meade M Melloh T Merriman D Middleton Ideas In Collages As part of his junior religion class. Brother Terence gave his students an unusual project. Each was assigned to make a collage, a collection of pictures pasted on cardboard of the world as it appears to him. The pictures were to be taken from newspapers and magazines and were to show the people, the places, and the ideas that affected his life or were important in it. Dave Burck and Greg: Gordon discuss their collage with Brother Terence. C McCoy E Mikan R. Mon arty M Nelson J Nilaon A McDonald J. Miller S Mueller R Nelson D. O’Brien M McDonald J Miller O. Nadeau T Newell T O'Brien M McMonagle O Morgan U Nalorny J Niomi T O'Brien 83 Junior Religion Unites Bible And Life M Quinn R Roesalor J. Schrocdcr M Reichert T Roth S SchuKK R Renner R Roy P Schwappach R Renner K Rudslrom M Schwartz Ouitar music by Mark Erspamor adds a modern atmosphere to the vigil. T O'Malley J. Perlick M Ploumen R Revord P. Sauter D. Otten W. Peterson T. Popehn D- Richardson R Savoia C Pain as D. Phenow J. Preioen J. Rockwell W Schardt J. Pattee D Plaza M Quinn C Rodby T. Schrelbor In his religion classes, Brother Theodore conducted a unique form of worship. Called a Bible Vigil, it consisted of a select pertinent reading from the Old Testament on such important topics as charity; a homily given by a student to explain the reading and make application of the idea expressed and a psalm separating the two which helped to set the mood of each Vigil. Brother explained the purpose as a way of inspiring students to apply the Bible to their lives. CO 3C S Shields O. Strait B Tiffany J. VaKhro M WOlsten P. Sims P. Strother D Turm P. Velschcr D Walz R Sloss P Sullivan T Turner M. Vlllpski O Welter D. Williams J. Smith O. Snyder J. Thibodeau E Thielen W Twomey J. Van Camp J, Volp P Wald J. Wexler O. Whiteman B. Winchester c. Worm T Wozniok J. Zimmerman An ancient book provides direction for modern man. 85 D Alderaon C Banwusscr J Bolirendl T. Bolt rand J Anderaon B Ban beau S Bp 1 a an if D Bor S Andornon M Bartch S Belanger J Borgoron M Borko C Bluml O. Burt M Bird J Boll R Buaaard D Blake M Boyle A Campbell T Anderson 8. Babcock O Baclch M Bailey D. Baker J. Barrett T. Bartlkoaki J. Bartah W Bayer A Becker Sophomores Become Involv O Breuor P Campbell E Brlaaon D. Cannon 8 Brune R Carlin - S. Burke S Carter W Burko R Colon 86 J. Cry• tar T Clancy M Colvin P Comnwra T. Con nr Icy T. Corbett T- Cronin D Cummings ed In High School World Having finished that big first year, the Sophomores are looking ahead to increase the greatness of Benilde. The sophomores are showing great strength in athletic ability with varsity starters Dick Wright and Steve Belanger in basketball and crosscountry. The class of ’68 has also shown high academic and leadership abilities. Biology highlights the year in academics as the students find new interests in the sciences. The sophomore class also has produced talent in the arts. Greg Peterson starred in “Camelot” in his freshman year, and Jay Bergeron is becoming well known as a writer for the Lancer. These are only a few of the dynamic class of 1968. Sophomore Dan Baker stocks cafeteria shelves. Work around the school helps many students pay their tuition at Benilde. Mr. Herzog: helps a student with his Geometry homework. 8 Dlerka O Drahoa K Dillon P Dupont J Eutaneur T Dillon R Etaon O. Fnutch K Dixon S Enckaon D Kell and P Dalton P Darcey J DeAntonl J Decker B Dee ring O De Oonda M Deraraki D. Dent 87 The Catholic Youth Center. 2120 Park Avo., is the headquarters for Contact, the Cath-olic Youth group known throughout the cities. The center is also used as a retreat house for many organizations and schools. Daylight Seminars At CYC Provide Spiritual Inspiration Father Deutsch. from the Mary-knoll house, was retreat master for this sophomore retreat. Here the students are involved in one of the discussions on the problems of the teenager. T. Foiling T. Hert «r D Fimatahal J Flynn T Oftlvln J Oarner H Fox J. Frxxor O. Fround huh J. Frlodcrlch 8. Froat 8 Galchutt W Ooorge S Ohixoni R Gnrorlman S Oraxxini S.Origga M Ouanolla For the second year, sophomores were exposed to the facilities of the Catholic Youth Center for their annual retreat. Officially known as the daylight seminar, the six hours spent at the center is inspirational in itself. In the big, rambling house full of rooms and stairs, there is plenty of space for prayer, meditation, and recreation. Throughout the day the students live together as a family, with discussion as the main emphasis of the retreat. Mass is celebrated with the entire community participating in the reading and singing. Following Mass, the students break for lunch and are then given a period for recreation. The retreats give the student the opportunity to find themselves and to prepare for the complex world they are about to enter. In Junior year, the students participate in an overnight retreat at the Christian Brothers retreat house in Stillwater, Minnesota. The Seniors also spend their weekend seminar at the Dunrovin retreat house. Sophomores With F Hetman F Mirth T Hokr T Homer C. Higgins D Hoffman D. Holland R Howard L Hilo J. Hoffman T Hopkine C Hubbard D. Hlrschey P Hogan M Hopp T Hurkman M. Gustafson J. Halluska T Hannon T Hanratty T. Hanson H Munson M Hanson J. Hanvik J. Harris R Hart J Hartle M Hector G Hedenland R Heinz J. Holt R. Henman FOUR BALL IN SIDE POCKET-Students on retreat at the Catholic Youth Center can spend their free time playing- pool, ping-pong, or just relaxing in the lounge. 89 Latin Club Revives J. Inirobretaen V Kaminski D Kieley J Iamb M Johnson T Kano F King J. Umb M Jordan T. Kapsen K Koppl D. launberger R Jordan son B Kerbor T. LoDouchor J. Laplc Sophomore President of the Junior Classical League, Tom Horner, discusses Latin history with Latin Club advisor, Mr. Bussman. O. IvePray N I-otla T. Lugow� ki M.Lynch S Larson J Levons J LundbwrK M MacDonald T Lehrkio B. Libby D. Lutz J Mador M. Lentz C Llddy J Lyman D Mahoney Language Of Caesar At Benilde “VENI, VIDI, VICI ” The Benilde Latin Club began officially to function this year in all departments under Mr. Bussman. Latin newspapers of varying lengths came from the numerous clubs as students for the first time at Benilde pursued language as an extracurricular as well as a regular subject. The tremendous organization established is necessary also for the Junior Classical League whose annual meeting was held at Benilde this year. Sophomore Tom Horner is presiding as president of the League. SOPHOMORE LATIN CLUB MEMBERS- Standing. Loft to Right: William Shields, Joseph Mork, Mr. Buss-mann, Steve Risch, Dave Blake, Clair Murphy, Tom Vetter. Sitting: Joseph Gurner. John Neveau, Tom Horner. Charles Liddy, Tim Miller, John Nicols. Robert Caton. LATIN NEWSPAPER EDITORS-Loft to Right: Mark Torborg. Mr. Bussmann, Jay Tirpak, Dan O’Brien. Ted Sweetser, Tom Vetter. Dan Malone. Bob Caton. Mark Strand. Bill Burke. B Marshall D McCullough P Mongol koch S Mtkunda J Mason R Mclnlemy M Month J. Mllbauer P McAdam J McKasy T Mora T Millor M McCollow D McMonagle M Meyers T Miller D Mitchell J Mitchell M Mltcheocn T. Moocia D Molumby T Mortarty J. Mork d MoMr M Mueller T. Muller C Murphy D Murphy 8 Murphy J Murrey M Myers a NsvrelU Biology Provides Insight To Nature’s Wonders Biology is not only a subject for the classroom, but to be extended to provide an awareness of the physical world. Outside of the normal class lecture, sophomores actively participated in the course through lab periods, for inspection of nature first handed. During the year, each class has the opportunity to make a field trip. The group collects leaves, fungi, moss, and samples of bacteria and plant life from the swamp. These samples will be used for study during the rest of the year. The big assignment for the year is a project on any field studied during the year. It can be experiments, research, drawings, or whatever means of presentation the student wishes. Through this thorough exposure to the wonders of nature the sophomore becomes aware of the world he lives in. O Nelson M Nelson J. Neveaux J. Nichols M O'Malley J. Otto P Owens 8 Owens Take a good look at the paramecium on the left -A Sophomore explains his biology project to the class O. Nlmchuk 8 Noack J. Nowak B Offerman C Paijfe J Penas B Peplln B Percival LEARNING THROUGH EXAMINATION - A skeleton donated to Brother Stephen (jets thorough inspection by sophomores. D. Rein S. Rlach J Robertson D. Roth T Ryan B Soovlg S Salter F. Sample® M Sather P. Bean Ion D. Schaeppi 8. Schaffor T. Perry D. Plopho B Porotti M. Rom bow O. Peterson J. Pink O. Poullot B Reagan M Pforr D. Plveo P. Qunly L Reagan J Pholps T. Plant R Qualy K. Regan Students explain their project examining the effect of light on plant growth. 93 D Scherer H Schmidt R Schmidt P 8chloeeer J Schmidt D Schommer K Schwab T. Schwarts Homeroom 132 — 1966 Soph Field Day Homerooms battle over volleyball nets in afternoon competition. J. Sellnor J. Sunfel J. Temme Champs Sophomore homerooms fought for the possession of the first place trophy as the phy. ed. season came to a close with the annual field day. Students participated in the individual and team events including: fungo hitting softball throw, punt, base run, shot put. 60 yd. dash, 440 yd. run, broad jump, 440 relay, hurdles, Tug-a-war, free throw, volleyball, and softball. Brother Stephen’s advisory, 113, lead at the end of the morning events, but were set back by Mr. Patrias room, 132, which captured a seven point lead for first place by taking second in the freethrows and a first in softball and volleyball. The end of the day saw a lot of tired sophomores, with the final standings reading: 1st place—132, 35 points. 2nd place-120, 28 points: 3rd place-109, 24 points. D Shuler 8 Speer K Srdar P Stoltx J. Strand A. Stumpf C Ttrtany 8 Trafton M Treun J Sheehan M Stan frier L Theieen J 8hekleton J Staler T Thole B Shields 8 Stewart M Thomas 94 K. Tvodton L Waldron J. Vakoo M. Wanchena D. Varga B Walaon T. Vaahro A Watt Umpire, Mr. Bussman, keeps softball games fair and square J. Vonhof P Woingart L White B Winchell D Zachmann J Zimmerley D. VyakooU D. Welter T. White D Wright J Zech O. Zimney J Zweber D. Verio B Welgle B Welter T William T. Vetter D. Weinand M Wexler J. Wilson 8. Young Homeroom team fights for a win in tug-of-war. 95 D Altman J Battlg M Bo ran J. Burg L- Anderson B Beddor J. Borer J. Busch C. Antony W. Behring J. Bo vie M Carl B Art man n J. Aullves B Belanger J. Benda T Brockheimer J, Brennan D. Carter D Clifford R Bach S Bernhardt R Brenner T Coey O. Baler B Boo 8. Brcvig J Constantino R. Barnett J. Bofenkamp J, Bruzek D. Cooley 96 Freshmen Learn Of High School Life At Benilde To a young- man, the first year at Benilde is a memorable adventure. His free and easy g-rade school surroundings suddenly change into the hurry-scurry life of the high school world. The first few weeks, the freshmen are mute in the presence of their teachers, perplexed by the changing of classes, and overwhelmed by the abundance of homework. Soon, however, they are assimilated into their surroundings. The freshmen come to Benilde with the apprehension of something new and different; this soon changes to a strong feeling of loyalty to the school. T. Corcoran D. Dimber D. Doerflor W Day D. Dingnutnn T. Dolphin M Do Cronconxo D. Dixon J Dooloy T Dean B. Dodd J Economo8 ARE YOU SURE WE’RE IN THE RIGHT SCHOOL? ... Confused freshmen find their way to their next class T. Elsen C. Fahey E. Fink lea H. Fuller L Engbloom P Fondling R. Fink lor T. Fuller M English A Ferrara M Flynn D. Gabler D Erwin F. Forron C. Fox R Oocek 97 Registration — ’66 Brings 247 To Benilde Freshmen pay tuition to Mrs Koch (on the left) and Mrs. Ladd on registration day. D Gal von R Gan ley G. Gardner T Go lb J Gerber T. Graca T. Grossoup M Hajfomoletor M Hamnjfton T Giiligan M Orahek K Grubryn M Hulk J Hathaway D Goblirach S. Orejfory T Ooettlcr R Hammer K Hauer M Goto la D Ortiffra D Hackcmueller D Haraayn R Havel 98 D. Heath O- Hillonbrand B. Johnson F. Henncay D. Holleien J. Jordan H Herzog M Hoody O. Joseph D Hlbben R. Johnson D. Kadlec “I knew these books would come in handy sometime. New Red Knights On Registration day, September 3, 247 new Red Knights registered, received their schedule and books, and then proceeded to the gym to pay their tuition and have their I.D. pictures taken. The freshmen quickly found themselves in a strange new society with a new set of rules and regulations. Here Mrs. Koch gives the student a receipt for his tuition. M Raster P Kennedy T Knight M Keavony D. Keymor J. Kodadek T Keegan C Khngler J. Koohnor F Keller K Klucas D. Koenig 99 B. Komramin B Hoppes J Kormantk T. Koat J. Kronstadt K Kuhn Mrs. Clark, (the mother of a Benilde student), helps administer Mantoux tests to freshmen. Freshmen Face The Needle T. I-umb K Lav K Uwi G. LundgTtn B McGonaglo D. Larson J, Law lor C- Llnsmayer J. Lupo J. McGovern O. I-arson T. I-each J. I-ogan T. MacDonald B. McOowan L Laskow K. Learch D Lon prc W Manning W McOowan •WILL IT HURT?” . . . One of 158 freshmen receives his Mantoux test. T. Loos brock M Loachelder J. Lucsse E. Lulkens J Marquardt C. Martin O. McAdam D. McCullum 100 T. McHugo J. McMahon J. McScwlggon p. Mead© S Mock J. Moon R Moore M Morgan R Mlhulay P Morgan C. Miller R Morris C. Miskowic M Mueller B Mitchell R Murphy In Tuberculin Tests The Mantoux tests for tuberculosis were administered to 158 frosh and 214 juniors on October 12, 1965, in the school library. The test was sponsored by the Tuberculosis and Health Association of Hennepin County. The purpose of the test is to screen the group so that any T.B. carriers may be detected early. The Mantoux test has been offered to the freshmen and juniors for the past three years. The results were read on October 14. In conjunction with the test, the faculty received an X-ray. I just can't look.’ J. Nalozny K. O'Hnlloran M. Pearson A Nolson J O'Leary R Porllch C. Nelson J. Oliver T. Peterson T. Nledonfuehr R Nistlor R. Ost J. Pallanch J. Popchn M. Qualy D. Novotny D. Paquette B Racetto R Nowak O Paulok R. Rober 101 M Kenner D Richey S. Schmitt P. Schmitz O Roche D. Rockwell C. Schnur R. Sekl S. Roehl M Rogers J. Shokteton E Shephard D. Scanlon J. Schaaf J Shields R. Si me YOU SURE BLEW THAT KICK. FELLA!” . . Frosh put everything into a ame of speedball during Phy. Ed. Activities Establish A very important part of any Benilde student, besides academics, is his involvement in activities. When a freshman first comes to Benilde, he usually feels left out; but through his participation in activities this is soon overcome. There are activities to suit the tastes of every Benilde student. These activities prepare the freshmen to become the leaders of the school in a few short years. The activities which the Benilde freshman can participate in are glee club, wrestling, football, and the student council, just to name a few. J. Simonson J. Stood art J. Taylor C SmeRal J Stovlll M Taylor M Soroko M. Strait D. Thlolman P Stabler T Sullivan R Timpano A lonely freshman studying in the cafeteria. . •1 A x M Tobin H Walsh S Villpakl T. Wall T Wnkely C Wallin R Walker M Walsh Frosh At Benilde “WHO WAS DEWEY DECIMAL ANYWAY?” A freshman acquaints himself with Benilde's library. WHO SAYS YOU'RE JUST A NUMBER!” J. Wal D Wostphall T. Williams J Wanchona T. While T. Winker T. Wartman F. Williams J. Whitatine R Watson J Williams R Woll man T Weber M Williams A. Zackman 103 ATHLETICS Potent Knights Hit “The Red Knights, the Red Knights, the mighty, mighty Red Knights ... The third year of Mr. O’Reilly’s tenure as head coach marked a change —a change in the won-lost column. The Red Knights produced a winning season, compiling a 4-3 record. The season began at a fast pace with two consecutive victories over non-conference Winona Cotter and Blake, but it bogged down when the conference season opened. Homecoming was defiled by a 19-12 loss to St. Thomas marked by a tremendous fourth quarter comeback halted only by the clock. The Knights suffered another setback at the hands of Hill, losing 2-0 in a hard fought defensive battle. The Cretin game brought forth what might be considered as the best effort produced by the team, but the scoreboard read 13-0 in favor of Cretin. Co-Captain Tom Coffman Mr. O'Reilly Mr. Joranger Head Coach Asst. Coach 06 Mid-Season Slump —Come Back Victorious 14 7 COTTER 26 6 BLAKE 12 19 ST. THOMAS BENILDE 0 2 HILL 0 13 CRETIN 13 7 DE LA SALLE 19 0 AUSTIN PACELLI Junior quarterback Chuck Cichosz launches aerial over charging defense in an intersquad scrimmage. VARSITY-Back Row. Left to Right: Tom Wozniak, John Keiser. Craig Rodby. John Jordan. Greg Kowalsky, Chuck Cichosz. Hank Pyzdrowski. Tom Phillips, Mike Doyle, Tim Merriam. Jim Johnson. Rich Kurzeda Third Row: Mike Ur-seth. Tom Seifert. Mark Carroll. Joel Bowar. Tim Hamilton. A1 Hecktman. Steve Fisher. Gene Flick. Paul Hoffman. Roland Fosness, Tom Schreiber, Tim Laska, Gary Smith —trainer. Second Row: Jeff Zimmerman. John Hannan. John Coleman. Don Williams. Jim Blumberg, Pat Sauter, Jeff Springer. Tom Coffman. Tim Wozniak. Dan Malone. Paul Hoch. David Kimball. Mark Torberg-Mgr. Front Row: Craig Kocon. Glen Morgan. Tom Roth. Jim Springrose. Tim Stoddart. Steve Mansour. Mark LaVigne. Denny Scherer Not Pictured: Bob Finke- Manager 4� 3“iD'V-7r7; r� VH 5V'VViVfi ■ j« ?8 77 ss. si.ex-9S.J3. ’s.-se- 33 sn. ,2 4 t J.fr f -$ - ? K f 4 1 r 1 Jk ? $V 1 Z+B9- 107 CHOP, CHOP, RED KNIGHTS” — urges center Mike Doyle. De La Salle victory ride for Mr. O’Reilly Knights Fight Gallantly — Mark LaVigne downed by lone Islander. Option play by Coffman thwarted by De La Salle line. 108 Central Catholic Conference STANDINGS Team W L Cretin 4 0 Hill 3 1 St. Thomas 2 2 BENILDE 1 3 De La Salle 0 4 Finish Fourth In C.C.C. At the climax of the conference season, the Red Knights met arch-rival De La Salle at Parade Stadium. The mighty Red Knights handed De a 13-7 thrashing at their own homecoming. The game was characterized by unusually hard contact and a supreme defensive effort on the part of the Red Knights. The Knights were victorious in their final clash of the season with non-conference Austin Pacelli by 19-0. Knight offensive effort spurred on by backfield coach Joranger. Open field greets Seagren as he shakes off tackier. The Benilde A FINAL BURST OF SPEED-Coffman carried past Blake defender to score. Benilde Opponents Total Points 84 54 First Downs 53 72 Yards Gained Rushing 907 636 Yards Gained Passing 435 460 Total Yards Gained 1342 1096 Total Passes Attempted 65 78 Passes Completed 21 31 % of Passes Completed 32 38 Passes Intercepted By 8 7 Fumbles Lost 14 16 Yards Penalized 290 310 Punts in Number 30 29 Punts — Average 37.2 30 Stubborn Knight defense played an important part in defeating arch-rival De La Salle. 110 PUSHING HIS WAY THROUGH CRETIN DEFENSE. Mike La Vigne gains precious yardage. Formula: Penetrating Offense, Alert Defense Practice makes perfect . . . Hank Pysdrowski practices endlessly for game action. THE GAME OF HARD KNOCKS ... Dave Kimball comes out with ankle injury. B TEAM-First Row, Left to Right: Mr. O’Hara. Tom Moccia, Martin Pforr. Mark Hanson. Pat McAdam, Dick Wright. Bob Schmidt. Paul Scanlan. Steve Beisang. Max Wexler. Fred King. Tom Hannan, Don Rein, Mr. Quinn Second Row: Steve Stewart. Matt Jordan. Tim Perry. Mike Lynch. Chuck Higgins. Greg Pouliot, Tim Merz, Dave Verio. Mark Hopp, Tim White. Don Weinand. Tim Beltrand. Steve Trafton, Jim Zimmerley. Dave Blake. Donn Vargas. Rich Gieselman. Back Row: Mark Johnson, Tom Hohn. Nick Lamberger, Paul Mengelkoch. Mike Colvin, Paul Weingart. Jim Shelkeltar, Joe Garner. Tom Felling. Rich Roth. Steve Ghizoni. Tom Clancy. Steve Mihunda. Dave Hirschey. U nderclassmen Future varsity star Nick Lamberger skirts end for five. Mr. Quinn Head Coach Mr. O’Hara Asst. Coach Flock of Raiders bring Lamberger down after a small gain. 14 8 BENILDE 12 0 13 14 25 BLAKE OST. THOMAS OHILL 6 CRETIN 20 BRADY 7 DE LA SALLE Future Benilde varsity hopes were given a boost as both the Freshman and B-team showed promising potential in compiling 3-2 and 3-3 seasons respectively. The “B” team, ably coached by Mr. Quinn and Mr. O’Hara, fought to a .500 season in which outstanding defense played an essential part. The defense, anchored by an exceptionally strong line, and coupled with a strong offensive attack, carried the Red Knights to a 14-7 victory over arch-rival De La Salle in the final game of the season. The Freshman team, under the guidance of Mr. Patrias and Mr. Braun, fought their way to a victorious season in conference and non-conference play, posting three shutouts. Gridders Prepare For Varsity Careers 7 0 28 BENILDE 0 7 0 6 27 19 0 ST. AGNES HILL CRETIN DE LA SALLE BRADY Quick cut sends halfback Tom Wartman around defenders. FRESHMAN TEAM-Back Row, Left to Right: Mr. Braun. Mr. Patrias. Tom Wartman. Craig Schnur. Roger Watson, Christopher Fahey. Robert Johnson. John Economos, Stephen Schmitt, Charles Klinger. Mark Strait. Russell Perlich, Mark Walsh. Middle Row: John Stoddart, Dan Richey, Dennis Scanlon. Mark Hirschey. Michael McGowan. Patrick Hawkins. Robert Murphy, Michael Hoody. John Stoulil, Jeffrey Shields. Timothy Loosbrock First Row: Michael Gozoca, Theodore Breckheimer, James Schaaf. Tony Ferrara. Peter Meade. Terry Kroeten. Pete Linsmayer. Alan Zachman, Robert Walker. Drew Dimler, James Borer. Not pictured: Gary McAdam. Cross Country — Red Knights Take State Catholic Title For Vince Doyle leads the pack in the long- uphill trek. Brother George Mr. Ek Head Coach Assistant Coach For the fourth consecutive year, Brother George’s long- distance runners capped a successful season by snaring the State Championship, and at the same time capturing the conference title for the third straight year. This was accomplished only through a supreme team effort which saw the Red Knights place seven men in the top ten runners of each meet, adding up to another undefeated season and running the team’s winning streak to 26 straight meets. Following the Red Knights in conference standings in order were: De La Salle, Cretin, Hill, and St. Thomas. All-Conference honors came to four Benilde runners: Seniors Vince Doyle and Co-captain Mike Graham and Juniors Steve Johnson and Bill Twomey. B-TEAM-Back Row. Loft To Right: Tim Graca. Rich Walsh. Steve Vilipski. Dick Lewis. Dave Turk. Bruce Bahnak. Bob McCormick. Jim Von Hof. Tom Dahl Middle: Keith Dixon. Greg Gordon. Tom Kane. Mike Anderson. Mike Bird. Dick Howard. Bill Turk. Denny Zachman. Pat Fitzgerald. Barry Dodd. Front: Jim Steger. Tim Grosscup. Ron Durkin. John Pallanch. John Burg. Brian Bellanger. Larry Hile. Frank Keller. David Altman. Tim Lamb. Fourth Season VARSITY TEAM — Standing, Left to Right: Bill Twomey. Vince Doyle. Steve Johnson. Remaining: Mike Vilipski, Bob McCormick, Rich Savoie. Co-captain Mike Graham. Co-captain Mike Dubay, Steve Belanger. 19 40 CRETIN The Benilde Cross-country team takes off on the way to their fourth state championship. 25 34 DE LA SALLE 15 50 ST. THOMAS BENILDE 21 38 HILL 23 41 BLAKE 23 35 DE LA (Low score wins) I SALLE Fourth place in the State Meet came to outstanding junior runner Steve Johnson, the highest place for the Red Knights. The last of the Twomey brothers checks in after finishing high in conference competition. A year of pain and joy i8 reflected in Mr. Haben's face during the final game of the season. Benilde Cagers Capture Mikan reaches for a high pass as De La Salle’s double team proves ineffective in stopping Ben-ilde’s leading scorer. WITH A GRIMACE OF EFFORT, senior reliable Gary Smith beats Mahtomedi’s defenders. First round of Pacelli Tournament action comes to a successful conclusion as Dave Bowden typifies team hustle in Cretin game. 116 C.C.C. Championship; The stage was set and everyone was ready. Mr. Haben had brought his team to the State Tournament with an unmatched 18-1 record. Only in an off-night had the Red Knights allowed a victory to slip away. The team, led by Senior starters Art Moore, Larry Mikan, Terry Mahoney, and Gary Smith, had rolled to an unchallenged CCC championship, downing perennial foe De La Salle three times in the process. In the first game of the State Tournament everything turned out as expected; the Red Knights shot down Wabasso St. Anne’s Bluejets by a comfortable thirty point margin. In the semi-final game, however, the hopes of 250 Benilde seniors, built up over four years, were destroyed. Thrice-defeated De La Salle upset the favored Benilde team after entering tournament play through the back door. FaU To Third In State The next afternoon, the Red Knights finished off the season on a victorious note, defeating Cretin for third place in the State. At the same time De La Salle, worn down by their battle with Benilde, dropped the championship game to Rochester Lourdes. C.C.C. STANDINGS Won Lost BENILDE 8 0 De La Salle 4 4 Cretin 4 4 St. Thomas 3 5 Hill 1 7 VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM-Left to Right: Denny Mahoney, Mike O’Donnell. Chuck Chicosz.Gary Smith. Dan Manning, Dave Bowden. Larry Mikan, Co-captain Art Moore. Tim Thomas. Terry Mikan. Dan Kelly. Co-captain Terry Mahoney; Center: Jerry Birch, mgr. Red Knights swing into action during the Austin Holiday Tournament. Knights Shine In Early Season —Take Senior guard Gary Smith's quickness provides impetus for the eventual rout of Austin Pacelli. 118 Cretin game provides a tough test as Mahoney draws a foul going in for a shot enroute to another Red Knight victory. Benilde victories came fast and furious during1 the first part of the season. The early highlights of the season came with a victory over DeLaSalle followed by a trip to Austin which netted the Holiday Tournament Championship. As the Red Knights perfected the fast break as an offensive weapon, spectators were treated to a spectacle not often seen in high school basketball. The fast break became a lethal weapon for the Knights. While their strong defense stole the ball from the opponents, the fast break transformed the steal into a score for us before the other team’s defense had begun to function. Austin Tourney Mikan shows form which leads our team to a victory over arch-rival DeLaSalle. Art Moore demonstrates deadly accuracy from the free throw line in the Golden Valley game. Disappointing Tourney To Dave Bowden's surprise, basketball switches to a struggle for survival as he battles against De. A familiar scene repeats itself as Art Moore scores. DE LA SALLE STARS, Mark Reiger and Mike Jacubik find it difficult to stop Larry Mikan on the well-trodden path to the basket. “TOUCHE”-Co-captain Terry Mahoney applies pres sure to a Pacelli foe. 120 Ends Successful Season BENILDE 66 54 Golden Valley 71 59 St. Thomas 55 43 St. Cloud Tech. 56 53 De La Salle 54 48 Cretin 71 52 Cretin 80 64 Austin Pacelli 70 30 Blake 76 44 Hill 69 50 Delano 89 65 Austin Pacelli 67 38 Mahtomedi 70 45 St. Thomas 60 54 De La Salle 67 51 Cretin 68 34 Hill 88 46 Winona Cotter 64 75 Golden Valley 45 41 De La Salle 78 48 Wabasso 46 52 De La Salle 66 50 Cretin Defensive wizard Dan Kelly shows offensive prowess against De LaSalle. The season ends victoriously with a mid-court celebration after defeating Cretin. The team rides to another victory on the quick wings of guard Gary Smith. 121 61 59 47 39 69 56 67 47 BENILDE 67 61 50 51 52 66 44 63 59 54 Golden Valley 52 St. Thomas 55 De La Salle 43 Cretin 32 Blake 44 Hill 53 Brady 18 Delano 76 Pacelli 43 Mahtomedi 54 St. Thomas 52 De La Salle 55 Cretin 60 Hill 68 Cotter 49 Brady 49 Golden Valley Continuing in the fine Benilde basketball tradition, Mr. O’Reilley’s B-team put on a strong season’s-end surge, winning three out of their last four games, to finish with a respectable 10-7 record. Strong conference opposition faced the Red Knight five throughout the season; consequently the team compiled a disappointing 4-6 conference record. The victories came in the form of a double win over Brady and single victories over Hill and St. Thomas. A strong nonconference showing gave evidence of the sophomore Knight’s true strength as varsity prospects Mark Thomas and Bill Manning lead the team to six wins and one loss in non-conference action. Sophs Setback In Stiff Conference Play B-SQUAD BASKETBALL TEAM - Standing;. Left to Right: Charles Liddy, mgr.. Patrick Hogan. Donald Rein. William Manning, Thomas Clancy, James Shekelton. Timothy Moriarity, Clifford Bluml, John Stoulil, Thomas Galvin, David Felland, mgr. Kneeling: Keith Dixon. Timothy Perry. Dennis Mahoney, James Otto. Thomas Felling. Dennis Zachmann. Hugh Hanson, Robert Ulwelling, Mark Thomas. The Masked Marvel. Denny Zachmann. shows the Frosh how it’s done in an intersquad game. Young Court Stars Finish 3rd In C.C.C. Under the coaching1 of Mr. Ek, the freshman team ended a spirited season by clinching a tie for third place in the C.C.C. race. The season started slow for the freshmen but ended well with a three game winning streak. Double losses to St. Thomas and De La Salle hurt the team’s record considerably, but a big win over Brady in overtime by a score of 42-36 secured the third place tie. Leading the freshman team this year were Dale Goblirsh and Mark Walsh. Other fine performers throughout the season were Jim Binda, John Lawler, and Dan Richey. With a final record of 6-5, this year’s promises to provide ample talented material for the Red Knights’ fine coaching staff to work with in the future. 48 33 53 35 52 BENILDE 34 40 22 37 52 54 42 54 St. Thomas 40 De La Salle 19 Blake 20 Cretin 28 Hill 29 Brady 43 St. Thomas 38 De La Salle 31 Cretin 29 Hill 58 Brady 36 Brady Mark Walsh drives through the line for ton yards Others pictured are Denny Mahoney. Tim Moriarty, and Tom Clancy. Mr. Ek Freshman Basketball Coach FRESHMAN BASKETBALL TEAM - First Row, Left to Right: Dennis Scanlon. Mike Flynn. Bob Brenner. James Benda, Dan Richie. Mark Strait, Robert Moore. Mark Walsh Second Row: Steve Schmidt. Mark Taylor, Daly Goblirsh, Eton Hollsten, Robert Johnson. Chris Fahey. John Economos, John Lawler. 123 Co-Captain and Moat Valuable Wrestler, Ernie Palm stein, loses the final match of the year to State Cham pion, Paul Tatone. 34 37 43 28 44 19 29 BENILDE 29 35 38 20 22 21 31 16 South 13 St. Thomas 6 Blake 15 De La Salle 5 North 22 Cretin 11 St. Paul Acad. 8 Hill 15 West 6 St. Thomas 19 De La Salle 19 Cretin 25 Golden Valley 13 Hill The 65-66 season held both good and bad surprises for the wrestling team. Considerably weakened by graduation, the matmen were not expected to make a serious threat to Cretin, the defending conference champions. Lack of experience was said to be the greatest weakness. Despite this they com-, piled a sparkling 7-1 conference mark and tied for the CCC Crown. Leading the attack was 110 pounder Ernie Palmstein. His leadership as Captain and his consistently fine performances earned him the honor of Most Valuable Wrestler. The strength of the Knights’ line-up was generally considered to be located in their upper weights. The “Terrible Trio” of Dan Johnson, John Jordan, and Clutch” John Zerull put many a meet on ice for the team. In recognition of his fine performances, Jordan was elected Captain for the 1966-67 season. The team’s low point in an otherwise excellent year came in their State Tournament showing. In this meet, only one Red Knight captured a first place berth, thoroughly destroying any hopes for a State Championship. Picking up the elusive title was Jim Miller at 127 pounds. Wrestlers Pin Cretin 124 ON THE ROUTE TO A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-Jim Miller defeats an opponent from Cretin. VARSITY WRESTLING TEAM-Kneeling, Left to Right: Kevin O'Halloran, Joe Wilson, Ernie Palm-stein. Steve Dess, Jim Miller. Mark Hanson. Second Row: John Cretzmeyer. mgr., Harland Durkin. Denny Scherer, Mike Urseth, Dan Johnson. John Jordan. John Zerull. For Conference Tie Four years of constant practice pay off as veteran Denny Scherer wins another match. “GASP! -Senior grappler Harland Durkin struggles to escape from a precarious position. Mr. Joranger Head Coach Steve Forrey Assistant Coach Senior heavyweight John Zerull maneuvers for a pin in one of a long string of victories. 125 State Tourney Places Battling Benilde Fifth JUNIOR VARSITY WRESTLERS - Bottom Row. Loft to Right: Bill Mann. Ron Durkin. John Wex-ler, Mike Anderson. Mike Vilipski, Tom McMahon Second Row: Jim Hatcher. Tim Hughes. Tom Schwartz. Dave Burck, Tom Schreiber. Steve Mansouer. Mike Fox Third Row: Matt Jordan, Dave Koenig. John Degnan. Joe Perlick, Steve Jacobs. Don Vargas, Dave Kowalski. C.C.C. STANDINGS BENILDE Wins 7 Losses 1 Cretin 7 1 De La Salle 4 4 Hill 2 6 St. Thomas 0 8 That extra ounce of effort pays off as Ernie Palmstien “lives to fight again. 126 Jim Miller rejoices after taking lone Benilde state championship. The wrestling: future looks bright as Junior John Jordan overpowers a Cretin opponent. “Muscleman Mike Urseth finds tough going against a formidable foe from Cretin. BENILDE •B SQUAD SCORES 35 13 South 40 16 Blake 17 25 De La Salle 10 32 Cretin 34 26 Edina Jr. 20 34 De La Salle 12 30 Cretin B-SQUAD WRESTLERS-First Row. Left to Right: Dirk Lutz. Frank Samples. Mike Pearson. Lawrence Waldron. Jim Steger. Frank Hetman. Kirk Lau. Second Row: Tom Schwartz. Kevin Schwab, Steve Trafton. John Nichols. Tom Moccia, Mike Colvin. Sanford Anderson. David Blake. Steve Erickson, mgr Third Row: Tom Hannan. Larry Engbloom. Tim Dess. Bob Behring, John Pallanch. Jim Stanful, Dale Erwin, Rick McCullum, Jim Hartle. Pat Campbell Fourth Row: Dick Ganley. Jeff Day. Steve Burke. Tom White. Scott Brune. Tim White. Doug Pacquette, Mark Sather, Frank Williams. Jim Noack. Skaters Grab First Conference Crown VARSITY HOCKEY TEAM-From Left: Roily Fosnas. Bob Finke, Bob Elsen, Tom Phillips, Tim Metz. Paul Qualy. Jim Russell. Bill Marceau, Denny Nordstrom. John Elsen, Tom Coffman. A1 MacDonald. James Hungelman, John Kehoe. Mark Hopp. John Dahl, Jim Broback, Coach Reichel. BENILDE 3 7 Rochester 5 4 St. Agnes 3 6 Cretin 3 2 De La Salle 6 4 St. Thomas 2 5 Blake 4 2 Hill 2 2 St. Bernard’s 4 3 St. Agnes 1 0 Minnehaha 7 1 Anoka 4 3 Cretin 2 4 St. Bernard’s 11 2 Lincoln 3 2 De La Salle 2 4 Park 7 4 St. Thomas 5 1 Park 8 0 Hill 0 5 Orono 9 4 Hill 3 5 Duluth Cathedral 4 3 Cretin Mr. Reichel Head Coach Mr. St. Martin B Coach 128 — Defeat Cretin De La Salle rush on Benilde goal thwarted by goalie Denny Nordstrom as Tom Coffman and Bob Elsen attempt to recover. The 1965-66 hockey team proved to be the finest squad in the history of the high school. Mr. Reichel’s pucksteers boast the first conference title achieved with a 9-1 conference record. A 4-3 victory over perennially tough Cretin highlighted the drive for conference title. The State Hockey Tournament saw Benilde romp past Hill only to be stopped by favored Duluth Cathedral. The Red Knights terminated the season by Late season spark Tom Philips scores goal against Hill in first game of State tourney. capturing third place in the state with a second dumping of Cretin with an identical score of 4-3. Tom Coffman and Tom Philips were honored by being named to the all-state hockey team. In addition, Tom Coffman won the Central Catholic Conference scoring title for the second straight year with 66 points. The Icemen produced a respectable season record of 12 wins and 6 losses. Park puckster sees Co-Captain Tom Coffman’s skates as scene of action changes. 129 Senior Tom Phillips retrieves puck and prepares to mount another Benilde attack. 3rd Place In State C.C.C. STANDINGS W L BENILDE 9 1 Cretin 9 1 St. Agnes 6 4 Hill 5 5 De La Salle 3 7 St. Thomas 0 10 Between periods of the State Tournament Coach Reichel offers encouragement to goalie Denny Nordstrom 130 The help of such underclassmen as Bill Marceau played a large part in hockey success. 2 2 2 1 0 2 BENILDE 3 0 2 4 0 1 1 3 Moundsview 4 De La Salle 2 Hill 2 St. Bernards 2 Blake 5 Brady 0 De La Salle 5 Cretin 2 Moundsview 2 Washington 5 St. Bernards 1 Hill 5 Washington Tourney Caps Finest Season B-SQUAD HOCKEY - Kneeling, Left to Right: Bob Barnett, Dave Dent. Jim Owens, Bob McOonagle, Keith Twed-ten, Tom Gilligan, Bob Bach, Manager Jim Kodadek, Manager Dick Lewis. Standing: Dave Moser, Mike Oozola, Bob Murphy, Steve Murphy. Scott Schaffer. Brian McGowan. Tom Sullivan, Joe Wheaton. Steve Vilpski Back Row: Mike Tobin, Jim Borer, Rick Nistler, Dick Murphy. Steve Brevig, Bob Tinpane, Bill George. Jim McGovern. 131 As a whole it was a long and dismal season for the swimming team compiling a 4-9 record, but a few individuals carried the honors in this the only major sport not incorporated into the conference. Senior Jim Dale, following in the footsteps of his brother Dennis, revamped both the records for the individual medlies while freshman Gary Me Adam showed strong form in setting the sixty-yard freestyle record. This lack of obvious achievement was an indication of the team’s youth, containing only two seniors and bodes the makings of a fine future with the help of the B” team which set eight new records. Freshman John Schmidt comes up for breath in a one hundred yard breaststroke competition. Young Swimmers Get Dunked In SWIMMING TEAM 1965-66-Front Row, Loft to Right: Dave Carroll. Joe Mork, Tom Cronin. Mark Gustafson. Pat Mc-Adam. John Schmidt.Tom Wall. Mike Rogers. Middle Row: Joe Aulwes. Gary McAdam, Phil Stoltz, Jim Robertson. George Bacich, Steve Stewart. John McSwiggen. Tom Hokr. Back Row: Kevin Regan. Coach Bob O'Hara. Jim Dale (Co-Captain). Tim Hamilton. Rick Roth. Jim Mason. Steve Beisang. Mike Stafford. Bob Malat, Larry Gervais. Not Pictured: Co-Captain Mike Jackson. 132 Coach O'Hara presides over another frantic day of practice as the team goes through its paces at Ascension. Disappointing Season Co-captains Mike Jackson and Jim Dale look over remaining schedule with Coach O'Hara The world as seen from the topsy-turvy position of Sophomore diver Tom Hokr during a meet at Blake. BENILDE 45 Burnsville 50 48 Washburn 46 23 St. Thomas 72 36 De La Salle 59 56 North 37 53 Blake 87 78 Minnehaha 15 34 Fargo North 61 34 St. Paul Sibley 61 38 St. Thomas 57 74 Minnehaha 21 29 De La Salle 66 29 Blake 65 133 Senior hurler Eick Gross delivers a curve ball to Cretin batter. Hopeful Coach Wishes After eliminating- some of the best teams in the State, Coach Quinn's men pitched themselves to the State Championship. Sparked by versatile Captain Mike La Vigne, the team finished the season with a 24-6 record. In the final two games of the State Tournament, right-hander Rick Gross shut out Winona Cotter in a tight 1-0 contest. It was a fine finish for Rick, who had been plagued by injuries all season. Durkin came through in the finals to close the door on a strong St. John’s team with a one-hit shutout. In the balloting for all-conference honors, three Red Knights were chosen: centerfielder Larry Grubryn, third baseman Steve Schweitzer, and catcher Chuck Cichosz. Mr. Quinn Varsity Coach Mr. St. Martin B-team Coach VARSITY BASEBALL loft to right; First Row: Tom Coffman. Mark La Vigne, Paul Scanlon, Jim Miezwa, Larry Grubryn, Mike La Vigne. Steve Schweitzer. Second Row: Pat Fitzgerald. Tom Clancy. Roland Hart. Tom Wozniak, Chuck Cichosz. Rick Gross. Dan Kelly. Harlan Durkin. SEASON RECORD By Red Knight’s 20-6 Catcher Chuck Cichosz throws off his mask as he eyes pop-upby Hill batter •333 SEASON AVERAGE - Sluffgrer Larry Grubryn takes a mig-hty swing1 on one of his 25 base hits. BENILDE 2 0 Kennedy 9 1 Fridley 4 3 Central 5 1 West 7 2 Central 4 3 Lincoln 4 3 St. Agnes 15 0 Kennedy 0 2 Hill 10 0 Cooper 9 8 Cretin 5 0 St. L. Park 0 3 St. Bernards 8 0 St. Thomas 18 6 De La Salle 4 0 St. Agnes 1 7 Cretin 3 4 Hill 7 8 St. Thomas 5 15 Richfield 0 4 De La Salle 6 2 Cretin 7 4 St. Bernards 6 2 St. Bernards 1 0 Cotter 2 0 St. Johns A HIT. THEN NOTHINO-Lefty Harlan Durkin shows the form that grave him a one hitter over St. John's in the final tourney grame. Varsity Diamond Veterans Successfully A RUN SCORES-Senior Harlan Durkin safely crosses home as St. Bernard’s catcher receives throw. Sophomore first sacker, Paul Scanlon readies himself to pick off of runner. Pre-game words of advice from Mr. Quinn. A Hill runner is caught off guard as Tom Coffman receives throw for put out. 136 Defend State Title ’B’-team Scores 4 7 Lincoln 4 0 Kennedy 2 5 St. Agnes 3 3 Kennedy 4 7 Cretin 16 4 Robins dale 1 0 Hill 12 13 Cooper 5 3 St. Thomas 5 0 St. Agnes 8 1 Cretin 5 6 Hill 7 0 St. Thomas 5 6 Richfield The ball (arrow) is popped out of Cretin's defender's glove as Tom Coffman slides into second. A close call for Mark LaVigne as he pulls up safely at third. Coach Quinn keeps a close eye on the play at left. B-TEAM BASEBALL-First Row: Left to Right; John Koehnen. Dennis Scanlan, Ron Hammer, Mike Raster, Peter Meade. Second Row: John Stoulil. Dan Richey. Mark Strait, Jim Lyman. Jim Otto. Mark Johnson. Jim Robertson. Third Row: John Brennan. (Mgr.), Tom Hokr. Robert U1 welling. Jim McGovern, Mark Walsh. Joe McMahen, Dick Wright, Dean Hibben, (scorer). 137 At the beginning: of the season the word for this year's track team was “rebuild”. Individual athletes were expected to gain experience and improve their abilities for next year. There was no pressure on the team to win any championship. The members of the team played their role well: the expected rebuilding was done. In the second half of the season, unexpected things began to happen. It started with an upset defeat of Shattuck in a dual meet. In a surprise show of strength, the Red Knights took first place out of ten participating schools, capturing many trophies awarded in the meet and setting several meet records. Art Moore clears his 5 7 conference best in the high jump. Track Men Deliver Big Mr. O’Hara Varsity Head Coach Mr. Ek Assistant Coach Victories In Clutch 88 38 St. Thomas 57 70 Hill 55 64 Blake 61 66 Cretin 67 59 De La Salle eo v2 66Vfc Shattuck 38 Team members relax before start of meet. Brother George Assistant Coach VARSITY TRACK TEAM-First Row, Loft to Right: Tom Roth. A1 McDonald. Mike Dubay. Bill Winchell. Larry Hile, Steve Belanger, Tim Merriam, Dan DeSautels. Bill Twomey. Seoond Row: Pat Sauter, Jim Filippi, Bob Geib, Bruce Bah-nak, Bob McCormick, Mike Graham. Glenn Morgan. Doug Mandy, Mike Vilipski, Paul Weingart. Tim Stoddart. Third Row: John Stoddart (Mgr.), Dennis Scherer. A1 Hechtman, Dave Burck. Mike Colvin. Paul Hoffman, Joe Garner. Sandy Anderson, Dan Otten, Bob Nowak (Mgr.). 880 Relay teams compete in meet with Blake High School. Bill Twomey, best conference performer in the 440 yard run. crosses the tape. All around Senior. Denny Scherer pushes himself over far in the pole vault. Underdog Benilde PUTTING THE SHOT-Senior Paul Hoffman grimaces as he hurls the shot. MOST VALUABLE TRACKMAN-Art Moore competes in the low hurdles against Blake. B TEAM TRACK. Sprinters and Field Events- First Row, Left to Right: Tim Loosbrock, John O’Leary. Tom Elsen. Tim Dess. Jim Becker. Bob Aicher, Tom English. Bob Mikulay. Mike Gozola, Harry Fuller. Tom Moccia Second Row: Jim Gerber, Anthony Nelson. Jim Stemps. Tim Lamb. Bob Smith. Tim Hanratty, Craig Tiffany. Dennis Schaeppi, Steve Larson. Greg Nimchuk. Roger Mclnerny, Dave Hirschey, Mark Hirschey. Third Row: Cy Dargay. Jeff Hell. Donn Vargas. Richard Walch. Jim Shekleton. Chuck Higgins. Steve Trafton. Mark Lentz. Richard Roth. Mike Mitcheom, Gary McAdams. John Sellner. Mike Berke, Matt Jordan. 140 Stressed Improvement — Then Took State B TEAM TRACK. Distance-First Row, Left to Right: John Burg. Kevin O’Halloran, Dave Morgan. Mike Mueller, Steve Mock. Barry Dodd. Bob Sime, Mike Loscheider. Second Row: Jim Steger. Steve Brevig, Chuck Hubbard. Tom Vashro, Steve Carter. Mike Bird. Tom Kane. Bill Konersman. Chuck Paige. Third Row: Tim Graca, Dave Altman. Joe Aulwes, Jim Lenarz, Dennis Clifford, Craig Schnur, Bruce Artmann. Dick Howard. Jim Von Hof, Dan Holland, Chuck Hirth, Keith Dixon. The determination necessary for Athlete of the Year” is shown by Hank Pyzrdrowski as he finishes an 880 yard race. Denny Scherer leaps in the broad jump. Junior Dan Otten, performer in the high hurdles, approaches the last hurdle in the event. 141 A reputable 6-3 overall dual meet record was compiled by the tennis team under the able direction of Brother Dismas. The conference record, consisting- of six wins and two losses, earned the Red Knights a second place finish, enough to secure the All-Sports Trophy for one more year for Be-nilde. The team played two matches with each conference foe, and the two losses came as a result of splitting the two match sets with Hill and De La Salle. The singles matches this year were aptly handled by Junior Dave Grisham, Senior Mark Moorhead, and Freshman John Coleman. The two doubles teams, consisting of Gary Schroeder and Captain Todd Kennedy, and Pat McAdams and Terry Reck, balanced out the roster to produce a well-rounded team. VARSITY TENNIS TEAM-First Row: Loft to Right; Terry Reck. John Coleman. Second Row: Dave Grisham, Todd Kennedy. Pat McAdams. Missing: Mark Moorhead. Gary Schroeder. •TENNIS ANYONE? Doubles player Gary Schroeder returns a volley. Brother Dismas Tennis Coach Tennis, Golf Clinch Senior Mark Moorhead backhands in a singles match. GOLF TEAM — Loft to Right; First Row: Hugh Hanson. John Lamb, Jim Hungelmann. Second Row: Dave lilies, Tom Galvin, Russ Perlich. Terry Mikan. All-Sports Trophy Junior veteran Terry Mikan strokes a chip shot onto the green. This year’s g-olf team, under the guidance of Brother Raymond, carried itself to a 9-0 undefeated season in dual meets. This record gained them undisputed C.C.C. Championship and aided the Red Knights’ drive to retain possession of the All-Sports Trophy. Due to a lack of seniors on this year’s squad, the seven underclassmen on the team carried the full load. Judging by their fine performances, the next few years look very promising for the swinging seven. The only defeat for Brother Raymond’s team came in the State meet. Most of the teams in this meet had fallen before the clubswinging menaces of Benilde, but past victories mean little in championship meets. Rochester Lourdes, whom the Red Knights had earlier defeated 5-3, took the championship, with Benilde taking a respectable second place. Brother Raymond Golf Coach HIGH POINT SCORER-Sophomore Tim Galvin drives out of the rough. 143 SENIORS MILTON BARKER Milt “Lot’s gro to Lincoln” Activities: Drama l. 8.3.4; Benilden 4; Student Council 3.4;C.C.D. 3.4. DAVID BEAM Jim “What.. Activities: Contact 1.8.3.4; Drama 4; Student Council 2.3.4. JOHN BEHRENDT Fly 'Do un tooth ors. Activities: Choss 1.2. KELLY BELANOER Kol Liston now mister.,.” Activities: Crosscountry 1.2. 3; Track 1.2.4. 146 DOUOLAS ANDERSON Doug But I just got a haircut! DOUG I-AS R. APPELGREN Dan to “Help 1 need somebody Activities: Contact 3.4; Lancer 4; Drama 4; Benilden 4; C.C.D. 4; Student Council 4. DAVID BABCOCK Babo Where's the action? RICHARD BAILEY Rick Oh. Bull. Activities: Glee Club 2.3.4; Drama 2.3.4 For Identity Through Expression OARY BE9CH Belch -Hey Fortier MARK BEST ROBERT BIRCH JOHN BLAKE Beet Bob John “What's up? Is it... “I don't like being a twin' Activities Legion of Mary 1.2. Activitles: Legion of Mary 1.2; Bowling 3.4. Student Council 1.2.3.4; Drama 2.3.4; Glee Club 2,3.4. Lancer 4; Benildon 3.4. Senior Year . . . A Time For Discovery . . . As the senior stalks the hallways of Benilde and the paths of life he comes as it were vis-a-vis to the brink of decision —a time to experiment and learn. Many self concepts, techniques, and new interests are acquired in the pursuit of fulfilling one’s life, although, sometimes one questions the value of the discovery. With eyes open, and awareness ... a sensitivity . . . the senior develops into a curious individual. He sees, reacts, and challenges. A senior is someone you can call a scientist of life. With a formulation of ideas he gives and accepts ... truly a discovery in every sense. TIMOTHY BRINK Tim “I don't understand Activities Glee Club 1.2; Band 1; Wrestling 2. Contact 2.3. Legion of Mary L JAMES H BROBACK Henry -Phillips, you're fat and ugly r Actlvittes Football 1.2.3; Le-gion of Mary l; Hockey 1.2, 3.4; Baseball 1; Drama 3.4; C.C-D 3.4 JOSEPH BUCKLEY Joe But Brother, you didn’t say anything about a test' Activities Student Council 2.3. THOMAS BURKE Tom “Take it easy now Activities: Football 1.2.3; Bass-ball 1.2. STEPHEN BLAKE 8tm “Why not? Activities Cross Country 1; Dnuns 2.3. Tennis 3. J MICHAEL BOE Jako the WeI Hey1 Tiger' Wstch out for Activities Wrestling 2. Hockey 3; Drams 2.3.4. TIMOTHY ROBERT BURNS Tim He's smart. I'm not Activities Bowling 2; C.C.D 2,3.4, Drams 3.4 JAMES MICHAEL BURT JR. II Butt 1 forgot Activities: Olee Club 1.2. Drams 3.4; Student Council 2. WILLIAM BOFENKAMP BUI But Officer, sre handcuffs absolutely necessary? Activities Cross Country 1. Track 1; Wrestling 2.3. Student Council 3.4 JOHN BOWERS Rebel Merry Lent Activities Band 2. Student Council 2.4; Art Poster 2; Camera Club l. JEFFREY BRANDT Jeff What test??? Activities Band 1.2 149 It seemed as though this year's drive results just couldn’t be any bigger than they had been in previous years and probably would be smaller. But the Red Knight spirit came through again. The school took in over twenty-five thousand dollars selling tickets to the annual return appearance of the Los Angeles Lakers in their old hometown for an NBA game at the Minneapolis Armory. Homeroom 147, senior, led the school with 261 percent of its quota. Sparked by the school’s top salesman, Wally Rasmussen, the room set a new record for percentage brought in by any one room in any one drive. Leading salesman. Wally Rasmussen lines up a prospective customer via the telephone. THOMAS COOLEY T.C. -ni cross that bridgo when I com to it Activities: Track 2; Olee Club 2.3.4; Drama 2.3.4; Student Council 3.4; Benilden 4. Con-tact4. STEVEN CRAMER Steve Indeed. 1 do not comprehend Activities Olee Club 1.2.3,4; Drama 3.4; Contact 2.3.4; Benilden 4. Los Angeles Lakers’ Elgin Baylor drives through the New York Knickerbockers' defense in the annual bene- fit game for Benilde. THOMAS CARROLL Tom How fast will itjfo? RONAI.D A. CHENEY Ron Honesty is the best policy Activities Wrestling 2.4; Student Council 1.3. JOHN DAHL J.D Hey. clown Activities Hockey 1.2,3 THOMAS DAHL Rod Play it cool Activities: Basketball 1;Crosscountry 4. 150 JON BUSHARD Bushardo You dirty guy Activities: Student Council 1.8; Chess l. THOMAS PATRICK BUTLER Butts I wanna hold your hand .. PATRICK CANNON Pat “I want candy hack Activities: Bowling 8; Base ball 1; Oolf 4; Student Council 8 THOMAS CARMODY Swode Watch it fella Activities: Cross-country 8.3; Wrestling 8.3.4; Track 1.8.3.4 Seniors Break Record In Laker Ticket Drive WILLIAM CLARK BUI Not too bad Activities Student Council l. 8.3; Photo Club 1.8.3.4. THOMAS COFFMAN T.C. No. I don't Qrubryn. Pyz-drowski and Walsh have it. Activities; Hockey 1.8.3.4; Baseball 1.8.3.4; Football 1.8. 3.4; Student Council. JAMES DALE Jim If you cant beat 'em-cheat 'em Activities Swimming 1.8.3.4; Student Council 1.8; Track 1.8. Varsity Club 1.8.3.4, JOHN DEONAN Deegs Pardon ray blooper Activities Bowling 8. Wrestling 3.4; Benilden 4; Contact 4;CCD 4;Football 8 151 Mr. Robert Short, past owner of the Lakers, thanks Benilde students at a special assembly. JAMES DELEBO STEPHEN DESS JAMES DEURR Bud Stefen Jim Remove thine bod from the How tall is she? Don't wake me up! John. Activities: Baseball l. Wrestling 8.3.4; Varsity Club 3.4; Contact 3.4; C.C.D. 4. Drama 8.3.4; legion of Mary 1; Student Council 8. Activities Bowling 8.3. OREOORY DIERCKS Lumpy 'Let tho mighty sun-god smile on Benilde Activities: Tennis 8.3.4, Desire To Share Through Creativity . . . . PATRICK DOYLE Pat What's new Pussy Cat? Activities Football 8; Wrestling 8.3.4. Bill Martin takes time from a busy schedule to explain his creative project in Brother Bruno’s religion class. DENNIS DUPONT Denny “Live fast and die young. Activities Track 1. JOHN DUPONT John B If you cant succeed in life the first time, then dont try again. 152 LEONARD DOLS Loo Is that so Activities Band l; Ole© Club 1.2.3. Bill What? Activittos Cross-country 1.2. Contact 4: Drama 4; Benildon 4 VINCENT DOYLE III Skipper Not too good Activities Varsity Club 2.3.4; Track 1.2.3.4. Cross-country 2.3.4; Drama 2. JOHN DREITZLER ITUia vo another Mr. P. Kevin O'Leary’s English produce creative projects in lieu of furthering- their expressive abilities- MICHAEL DUBAY Dubbor What a phoney Activities: Track 1.2.3.4; Cross-country 1.2.3.4; Contact 4; Studont Council 1.2.4; Varsity Club 2,3.4; Swimming 1. HARLAND DURKIN Lofty “Your heart is as big as all out-doors Activities Football 1; Wrestling 2.3.4; Baseball 2.3.4; Varsity Club 3.4. STEVEN DuROSE Dewey Whores the fish 153 Homeroom Unity And Cooperation Enrichec Under the supervision of the Benilde Student Council, the 1965 66 Christmas Decorations Contest found Mr. Joranger’s senior homeroom 147 as the first place entry. The contest, under the chairmanship of Junior Bill Burns, was judged and three prizes of $15, $10, and $5 were awarded to the best decorated rooms. 147, using the theme of “Christmas Traditionale” transformed their room into a showplace of Christmas splendor. Ed Kemper and Bill Donahue team up to give homeroom 147 that extra touch needed to gain them 1st place in Christmas decorations. ROBERT FEYEREISEN Bob “Does this mean wo're undvr arrest Activities Basketball I. DANIEL FORTIER Forder Whats up for Friday nljjht” JOHN N. FOX Jack Where's Miltr Activities: Drama 3.4. 154 in Christmas Decorating Christmas Traditionale” proclaims the theme of Homeroom 147’s winning Christmas decoration® WILLIAM EDOLEY Catcher I don't understand Activities Contact 3.4.Student Council 1.8. Baseball 1.8. PATRICK FITZGERALD Fit What's new Pussy calT Activities: Student Council 1; Basketball l; Cross-country 3.4: Baseball 1.8.3.4 MICHAEL FOX Tax •Give roe a break' Activities Track 1; Wrestling 8.3.4. JOHN ELSEN Larry What do you know for sure?” Activities Hockey 1.8.3.4. EUGENE FLICK Nose “Nose. nose, anything goes. Activities: Football 1.8.3.4 Wrestling 1.3.4; Track 8; Stu dent Council 1.8; Varwity Club 3.4 OREQORY FRICK Frich Nice Head-Activities; Baseball 1.8 155 Red Knights Share Spirit Of Christmas Every year at Christmas the Student Council gives the Student Body a chance to share its talents with the poor children of the area. This year, the students of Benilde gave of their time, money, and entertaining ability as they showed the children of St. Elizabeth’s and Holy Rosary Parishes a good time. Under the leadership of Frank Tsai and Jim Markusen, the party can only be termed a success. Any questions about that, need only be referred to the smiling faces of the children as they left the school. More important than the relative success of the party to the children, however, was the valuable experience gained by those who took the time to share themselves with someone else. Senior Dave Sloss played the part of a clown at the Christmas Party to help liven up the scene. OERALD OANLEY Jerry “Go Jump... THOMAS OAUVIN Tiff No. do you? Activities: Football 2; Drama 3. THOMAS OEARTY Tom “Wha' da ya mean? Activities: Bowling 2.3. PAUL MICHAEL OEROEN Gergs No. Gross, you cant have my math paper’ Activities: Track 2. DANIEL GOODERMONT Dan “A wet bird nover files at night Activities: Legion of Mary 1; Track 2. LAWRENCE OORRELL Larry So what else is new? Activities Legion of Mary 1.2; Contact 3.4; C.C.D. 4; Student Council 2.3.4; Drama 2.3.4; Benilden4. 156 With Area’s Poor Children HUGH OAAI.AAS Hughy Cool as a pig THOMA8 GAGER Boca let's go eatin“ Activities: Track 2 MICHAEL OILLICK Mike Look who's Rich Activities: Bowling 2.3. V EDWARD GRACA Louie “Oh boy' Another straight A report card! Activities: Track 1.2.3,4; Cross-country 2.3. Contact 3.4 THOMAS OILSENAN Rabbit When it gets that dark, the stars come out “ Activities: Student Council 3. 4; Lancer 1.2.3.4. Benliden 3.4 MICHAEL Q ORAHAM Quigley Genius thrives on adversity Activities Cross-country 2.3 4. Track 1.2.3.4; Lancer 2.3.4 Benliden 3.4. Contact 2.3.4 CCD 2.3; Cheerleaders 3.4. St. John's sent its representative to explain the facts about getting a higher education at their school. RICHARD OROSS Rio “No. Oergen, you oanl have my physics paper” Activities: Basketball 1.2. Baseball 2.4 LAWRENCE ORUBRYN The Arm CofTman. do you have your physics done? Activities Baseball i .2.3.4. VaraityClube Senior Tim Thomas listens attentively behind Dave Hirschfield and his mother, to a college representative. Guidance Department THOMAS OUDDEN Tom ... But 1 cant tell ya Activities Lancer 2.3; Beml-dsn 4; Drama 4; Band 1.2; Bowlins 2.3 LAURENCE W OUYER Flash Oh. golly, that's too bad Activities Benilden 1.2.3.4. lancer l .2.3.4; Photo Club 2.3; Contact 3.4. Drama 4. DAVID HIRSCHFELD Hirach OK. what now AcUvttiss Baseball 1.2; Hockey 1.2.3. 158 Again on Oct. 18, Benilde sponsored its annual college night. For this occasion, representatives from various colleges, businesses, trade and technical schools, and from all the armed services and military were present. The evening began with an assembly in the gym during which Brother J. Phillip F.S.C., Dean of Lewis College, Lock port, Illinois, discussed the various alternatives which students had for their post high school plans and the process of decision making. Following this talk there were three half hour sessions in which the students could listen to and ask questions of the various representatives located in different classrooms. After these sessions, refreshments were served in the cafeteria, where the representatives were also present for further discussions. Presents College Night JOHN HANNAN Hannles Keep oool. by? guy!“ Activities Football J.2.3.4; Baseball 2. Track 4; Varsity Club 4. Drama 4 JAY I.AMBERT HAUOE V Man. I gotta quit Activities Glee Club 1.2.3. Wrestling 3; Track 3. Drama 3.4. Contact 2.3.4 PAUL HOCH Butcher “Funny jokes are easy to tell “ Activities: Football l,2.3.4. Hockey i.a.3. Varsity Club 3.4. Olee Club 1.2,4. Drama 3.4; C.CD 3.3. 8tudent Council 1.2.3.4 JOHN HEATH Larry “Whale the eooop. Huber AotivlUes Swimming 1.2.3.4; Bowling 2.3; Contact 2. Baseball 1. RONALD HINNF.NKAMP Ace “If you've tried and failed-quit ‘ Actlv 4. Ivillee: Bowling 2.3. Drama PAUL HOFFMAN 8hifty A w right, knock off the noise ! Activities Football 1.2.3.4; Track l.2.3.4. Wrestling 2. Olee Club 2.3.4; Varsity Club 4. JOHN MICHAEL HOPKINS J Mike “Don't call me John! Activities: Tennis 2; Drama 4; Contact 4; Benilden 4. 159 JAMES HUBER Jim Whoredya (jet that. Heath? Activities Baseball 1.2; Track 1. PAUL HUGHES Slinky “Hive in Hamel Activities Track 1.2 DANIEL HUTH Cat Your dress is on backwards STEPHEN JACOBS Jake Oh. yeah Activities Wrestling 2.3.4: Track 2; Drama 3: Varsity Club4. Assemblies Offer Entertainment And Great assemblies marked the past school year as being: second to none in entertainment. Beginning- with Thurlow Spurr and his Spurrlows, representing the Chrysler Corporation, the student body was treated to an hour of tremendously professional entertainment in the form of music and comedy. As a follow-up, Benilde was proud to extend its welcome to Mr. Bruce Getchell of the Oak Ridge Institute of Technology in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Mr. Getchell presented a fascinating program entitled “This Atomic World” in which he demonstrated such subjects as radio-isotopes, fusion and fission of atomic particles, the structure and workings of a nuclear reactor, and the future of radioactive substances in everyday life. JOHN REISER Rock Ribbed Sound's Oreat Activities Football 1.2.3.4; Olee Club 1.2.3: Student Council 1.2; Lancer 1.2.3; Varsity Club 3.4. Wrestling 1.2; Track 1.2 DANIEL P KELLY Dan Forget it Activities Basketball 3.4; Baseball 3.4; Varsity Club 3.4 EDWARD KEMPER Leo You want 1 should do something Activities: Photo Club 3.4 TODD KENNEDY T.K Hello. Joe Activities Hockey 1.2: Tennis 2.3.4. Varsity Club 4; Student Council 1.2.3. Contact 2.3.4. Drama 3.4; Olee Club 1.2. 160 MICHAEL JACKSON Worm I don't believe it “ Activities Swimming 1.2.3.4. Olee Club 1.2.3.4: Contact 3.4. Dnuna 3.4. Student Council 3.4. Varsity Club 3.4 A Glimpse STEVEN JONES Steve Too Bad!” Activities: Cross-country 1; Track l.Oolf3.4 OERALD KKYMEH Weiner I still don't agree with you Brother “ Activities Legion of Mary l; Cross Country 2. Track 2; Contact 2,3,4: 8tudent Council 3 PAUL JAROSCH Ollle Oimme my paper back” Activities Track 1.2.3.4. Cross-country 2.3. ANTHONY C. JASPERS Tony Til drag you with my Harley ” Activities I-ancer 1.2.3: Contact 1,2.3,4, Band 1,2. Benil-den 4 JOHN JOHNSON Johns Nasty “ Of The Present And Future RICHARD JUREK Jerk •Chris” Activities Football 1 KON8TANTIN KARPOVS DAVID KEARN Dave ”Sowhat ” Activities Bowlings ■Con ”Mr Slattery” Activities Photo Club 1.2.3. Student Council 4. Terry Mahoney is informed by Mr. Getchell that he has just been holding: a radioactive whiffle ball, as Gary Smith stands ready to catch his friend lest he drop dead 161 Renovated Cheerleaders Arouse New Found School Spirit. At the beginning of the 65-66 sports season, a group of seniors under the leadership of Jim Markusen, 147, decided to take it upon themselves to improve the cheerleaders. Ted Sweetser, former head of the group, stepped down and handed over the chairmanship to Jim. Lee Olsen, Mike Wright, Jim Young, Mike Schaffer, Tom Lauman, and Tom Sutton were the others who worked with Jim formulating new cheers and trying to build up a new spirit. Many cheerleading innovations were added during the basketball season that have become a part of the Benilde tradition. Remember “Benito”... Tom Sutton takes typical stand against the ravages of an angry state basketball tournament crowd DAVID KIMBALL Kimbluo No. Terry. iU not sex’ Activities Football 1.2.3.4. Track � . WreeUlng 1.8: Olee Club 1.8. 8tudent Council 1.8; Varsity Club 4. Drama 4. Legion of Mary 1.8 RICHARD KIND8ETH Dick What...” Activities Shield Club 1.8: Student Council 1.8. THOMAS KLEIFOEN Tom You know? Activities Croee-country 1; Track 1; Student Council 2.3.4. Drama 3.4. WILLIAM KRONSTEDT George What's there to eat? JAMES K KINO Jim HI r Activities Drama 3.4. Student Council 2.3.4. Lancer 4. BenII-den4. RICHARD KLUCA8 Klucs Here Is the deal Activities Band 1,2. Baseball 1. Football 1.2.3.4 LEE KRYSTOSEK Lee Have fun! Activities Hockey 1: Football 2. Student Council 4. Discussing- some post-game stratogy and formations are from left to right. Jim Markuson (captain). Lee Olsen. Mike Wright. Tom Laumann, Tom Sutton, and Mike Schaffer. (Missing from the picture is sparkplug Jim Young). RUSSELi. KOCEMBA Run Let's go hunting Activities Olee Club 1.2; Con-Uct 2.3.4 W THOMAS KUBAT Tom How does that grab ya CRAIO KOCON Coke LaVlgne. it's Thursday f Activities: Football 2.3.4; Drama 4; Contact 4. RICHARD KURZEKA Zelca Unbelieveable Activities Glee Club 1.2.4; Drama 3.4. Football 4. Wrestling 4. Varsity Club 4 LAWRENCE KONOLD Lonnio “That's life in the big city Activities Legion of Mary 2; Student Council 3; Bowling 3. 4. JOHN LANG Ears We gotta get out of this place Baseball 2. Football 2. Contact 1.2.3 WILLIAM KORCHDC BUI What a brown' Activities Basket bull 1.2 CHAR1.ES LARSEN Charlie the Frankfurt Phantom That's the way it goes MARK LAVIONE Flyer “Oh' Is she nice' Activities: Football 1.3.3.4. Baseball 1.3.3.4; Student Council 1; Varsity Club 3.4 Dunrovin: A Time To Reflect, The most significant event in the senior’s life is his retreat. Every year each senior room makes a retreat up at the Brother’s Retreat House, Dunroven. In trying to form a real community they try to discover the meaning of relationship; to themselves, to others, and through others to God. Dunrovin provides the ideal place to search for such an answer. To their surprise and good fortune they discovered that silence is not necessarily the best way to learn. Through discussion and action the senior learns to share himself with his friends only to discover a reflection of himself. It’s doubtful whether any senior returns exactly the same as he arrived. It’s an experience one finds as difficult to express verbally as one finds it difficult to experience reality in life,... every day. OERALD LBCLAIR Jerry How un-coordinated can you Activities Tcnnia 3 JAMES LEE Jim Do I be 1 lev it’ Activities Football 1.3.3.4; Basketball 1. Wine Sharing . . Dan Winker and Tony Jaspers symbolically express their friendship with Father Perry as John Degnan looks on. THOMAS LONSDALE Lons Linhoff. what’s the dealT Activtuea Hockey 1; Band 1.3; Bowling 3. JAMES LOSCHEIDKR Jim Don’t give up now. get up the last step! Activities Band 1; Track 3; Student Council 3. lancer 4. Contact 2.3.4 164 MICHAEL LAVIONE Mick She's really fine' Activities Football J.8.3.4; Base bull 1.2.3.4; Vanity Club 4. Student Council l MARK LAYTON Brownnose Let me think it over Aotlvltlee: Swimming 1,2.3 Cross-country 1.2; Track 1 CCD. 3; Student Council 1 Drama 3.4 The culmination of a weekend of awakening: finds its expression in mass on Sunday. THOMAS LEPPER Toro How 01 a ride? Activities: Track 1. JEROI.D M LUCAS Jer Judu priest Activities Student Council 2. 3,4. Comm. Student Act 3 Pres 4; Olee Club 2.3.4; Boys 8tate STEPHEN LIBBY Ups “Why do today, what you can put off until tomorrow ActlvlUea Olee Club 1.3.4; Wrest)lnir 2. Contact 4. Drama 4. RICHARD LUIKENS Rick •Hey man. I dont bel levs that Activities Football 1.2. Band 1,2; Olee Club 3.4. Drama 2.3. 4. Benildon 4; Student Council 3.4 Mark Layton helps his discussion group arrange and compose a song: expressing: the ideas formed on the retreat PETER LUNDIN Pete All's fair In love and war “ Activities Cheerleader 3; Student Council 3,4. MICHAEL MACDONAIX) Mac -Definitely” Acttvitiee Tennis 2.3.4. Student Council 3 TERRENCE MAHONEY King Boat De' ActlvIUee Student Council 1. 2. Basketball 1.2.3.4; Varsity Oub 2.3.4. OKRALD MAL1A Michael 1 Don't understand “ Activities Basketball 1.2.3, Drama 2.3.4; Olee Club 1.2.3. 4. Track � . Everyone Gets Involved In Tourney Games A typical crowd scon© at a typical game ... We won; how could we lose with support like this? THOMAS MARINCEL Tom You're kidding!1! Activities Lancer 3.4 JAMES MARKUSEN Stubby Das tut mlr leld “ Activities Benllden 4 WILLIAM MARTIN BUly Billy “Cant you know how to be??? Activities Student Council 3. 4. Contact 3.4; Olee Club 2.3.4; Drama 2,3.4 JAMES MCCORMICK Mac “Its only money ” Activities: Lancer 3.4, Drama 4. 166 DANIEL MALONE D Don't be a scum Activities Legion of VUry 1. OlssClub3.4. Football 4. JOHN MALONE Forman Boy srs you whipped Activities Foot bell I. The Basketball Tourney means a lot to Seniors ... especially after a 17 and 1 season. There’s an old saying- “its not whether you win or lose but how you play the game.” But winning does matter when its your last year as the seniors certainly proved. The turnout for the games was the biggest ever. But Saturday evening the Red Knights watched their first rate team passed by in a struggle to remain on top. Excitement and tension were equalled only by the enthusiasm of all the crowd whether they were Red Knights or not. With fingers crossed and silent prayers the final agonizing seconds ticked by to the disappointed tears of the involved spectators. The infamous Benilde Cheerleaders inspire the typical crowd scene at the typical game Captain Terry Mahoney outbounds the entire Cretin team in leading the Red Knights to third place This is one good reason we won. MICHAEL MANDILE Mike Can I eee your nolee? STEVE MANSOUR Leb You know Activities WreeUin 3.4. Football 8.4. Drama 3.4; 8tudsnt Council 8.3. DONALD MCDONALD Mac Smile and the whole world laughs at you ’ Activities Contact 8.3.4; Olee Club 4. Bowling 4 THOMAS MCMAHON Mac All out Activities Football 1.8. Olee Club 3. Wrestling1 2.4 167 TEEN-BOPPERS swing to the music of the Chancellors at an attendance record breaking soc-hop. MICHAEL MERRIMAN Mike Ha. what tho heck are you doing tonight' DAVID MILLER Hair Boy ‘Always put off today what you can do tomorrow DOUOLAS MERTZ Doug Tm working tonight JAMES MILLER Carrot That's right Marty Activities: Olee Club 1.2; Wrestling 2.3.4. Varsity Club 4 OREOORY MEYER Greco ‘I had to laugh Activities Hockey 1.2.3.4; Student Council 3. Legion of Mary 2.3; Lancer 3; Drama Club 3. Golf 4. KENNETH MITCHELL Mitch Wanna see my now stitches' Activities Band 2; Radio Club 3 JAMES MIEZWA Mis Hang Loose Activities Baseball 2.3.4; Varsity Club 3.4. JAMES MONAHAN Jim That a way to function Activities Football 1.2,3, Baseball 1.2. 168 Benilde Soc Hops Get Bigger And Better — Enjoyment For All • The greatly appreciated relief from the long week of classes—The Soc Hop. Benilde has had many this past year, some huge successes, some not so successful. An increase in the reputation of Benilde’s Soc Hops has been accomplished by bringing the best of popular music to Benilde’s students. By their attendance at the many school organization sponsored soc-hops, the seniors have given example to the rest of the school that you can have a great time at a soc-hop. This year, record breaking crowds flocked to hear the great sounds of The Chancellors, T.C. Atlantic, and the Rogues, only to mention a few. If this trend in bringing the finest music money can buy to perform at soc-hops continues, the soc-hop will be recognized as the powerful expression of school spirit, and the Benilde tradition will once again rise dominant in the minds of Benilde’s men. “Who said Benilde was a Drag? Qeoz, it isn't all that bad! Seniors Mark LaVigne and John Hannon trip the light fantastic as Rock Westbrook gets set to cut in. ARTHUR MOORE Mouw “Hey Stick Activities Student Council 3; Basketball 2.3.4. Baseball 2; Track 3.4 O BO ROE E MIKAN OCML -One time!!! Activities Basketball 1.2.3.4; Student Council 1.2.3; Football 2. Varsity Club 4. Oolf 3.4. JOHN MILBAUER Jack “Walt a minute' Actlvitiea Olee Club 3.4 Drama 2.3.4. Mr. O'Leary and Br. Patrick check ID's at Chancellors Soc-Hop. MICHAEL MOORE Mayor “Not one poop out of you Activities Drama Club 4.1 .oncer 4 169 DONALD MOORHEAD Mark A wet bird never flys at night Activities: Tennla 1.2.3.4: Studont Council 3. Drama 3.4. ROBERT MUELLER 8port May I help you? Aottvltlea: Oleo Club 1.2; Bowling 2; Drama 3.4. Track 2. Student Council 2.4 JOHN MULCAHY Milky Bo'chaa Activities Football a JOSEPH NAIJCZNY Joe 1 am not lying In the purple gras Benilde Players Go “Fancy” At Cast Party STANLEY C. OLSEN Lee Nloc socks, huh. fella! Activities Student Council 3. 4: Drama 3.4. ERNE8T PA1.MSTEJN Chip Forget It! Activities. Football 2; Wrestling 2.3.4. Varsity Club 4 Those fortunate to capture a role in Beni lde’s production of Plain and Fancy got a pleasant surprise in the mail during the last few weeks of March ... an invitation to a “magnanimous” cast party as guest of the Rasmussens. After a dinner of authentic Amish food in the plush Edina Country Club, there was a dance featuring the Underbeats. Later in the evening, to the surprise and delight of all the guests, there was an hour and a half of sheer enjoyment as the New Christy Minstrels stole the show. During the show, the Benilde Players presented Brother Harold Andrew with the programs from his past plays at Benilde, each wrapped in a “Jeffersonian surprise” (a ten dollar bill). The party will be remembered for quite a while when people speak of “Wally’s party”, everyone knows what it means. MATTHEW PATRIAS Abraham Superoalifragilistioexplalado-ctous Activities Drama 4 M1CHEAL PATTEE Step and a-half 'Time la a wateraoaked sponge, wiping away all roads that lead back Activities Basketball I.2.3.4. Baseball 1.2. Football 1. Student Council 1.2.3. 170 Brother Andrew, our Drama director, accepts a well deserved gift for his past ten years at Benilde. ANTHONY NOTERMANN Tony Whin the scoop? Activities Student Council 1.2 The two £irl singers of the New Christy Minstrels perform at Wally’s party. MARTIN J. O’BRIEN Marty ■Let them eat cake “ PAUL OFFERMAN Paul How's it goin’. huh? Activities Drama 3.4 THOMAS PET9CHI. Pete “What did you do Friday night. Paul? Activities Bowling 2.3. THOMAS PHII-I-IPS Bear Broback. you deviat Activities Hockey 1.2.3.4; Football 1.2.3.4; Baseball 1.2. Varsity Club 2.3.4 171 RICHARD PIEPHO Dick Arc you sure RONALD PIETIQ Ron How about that Activities Radio Club 2.3 Renato Mello, Benilde's foreign exchange Student from Brazil, gets in some studying in the library after school. Foreign Exchange Program Begins At DANIEL REBER Dam Are you a boy or arc you a � trl“ PETER RBCH Pet Pessimist - one who looks forward to W W III Optimist -one who looks forward to W W nr TERRENCE RECK Terry You gotta be kidding Activities Track 1. Wrestling 2. Tennis 3.4 JOHN REED John Reed The South shall riso again ActiviUss: Lancer 1; Hockey 3.4;C.C.D. RICHARD 8CHARBER Dick Who cares .. DENNIS SCHERER Denny Damnit Emmett Activities Football 2.4. Wrest ling 1.2.3.4; Track t.2.3.4; Olee Club 1.2.3.4. Contact 4; Varsity Club 3.4 MARK 9CHUO Mark Ya gotta have soul STEPHEN SCHWEITZER Zak What are you doing Activities Baseball 1.2.3.4; Football 2. Olee Club 2.3. Varsity Club 4. Student Council 2. 172 Benilde this year has participated in the foreign exchange student program. Through the National Catholic Welfare Conference, Renato Mello from Brazil was chosen to spend his senior year at Benilde. The parents of Steve Risch, sophomore, served as hosts to his stay in the U.S. Arriving at Minneapolis in August, he had several weeks in which to orient himself and master his English before getting involved in school. In a conference with Brother Justin, and Mike Shaffer, head of the program, he chose five subjects which would enable him to graduate in the spring. These were Religion, English, social studies, math and physics. HANK PYZDRAWSKl Py “Sounds Prims Activities Football 1.2.3.4. Trsck .2.3.4. Basketball 1.2. Varsity Club 1.2 WALTER C RASMUSSEN JR Rax Judas Priest Activities Student Council 2. 3.4. Drama Club 3.4, Lancer 3.4. Benilden 4.Contact 4 Benilde JAMES ROBINETTE Robby I dont get It Activities Contact 3.4; Basketball 1. JOSEPH B RUFFENACH Joe “That's my name, dont wear it out Activities: Student Council 2 JAMES RUSSELL Russ Really . Activities Football 1; Hockey 2.3.4 MICHAEL SCHAFFER Mike Quit screwing around with the water Activities Student Council 1. 2.3 • Offloer - 4. Lancer 1.2.3. Benilden 4; Shield Club 2.3.4. Contact 2.3.4; C.CJJ 3.4. Boys' State Lt Oov. Baseball 1.2. Cheerleader 3.4. “This is better than a revolution. Cheering: the team on to victory at the state tournament. Renato gets in the swing of things with a good old Benito . OREOORY SEAOREN Ores Keep it clean Activities Football 1.2.3.4; Basketball 1.2. Track 1.2; Varsity Club 3.4 DAVID SEBALD Dave I like flowers' Rev. Collins (Senior Ted Sweetser) proposes to Regrina's Marie Mulheran in Regina’s fall production of “Pride and Prejudice . Dramatic Talents Of Seniors On The Road During the past academic year, Benilde seniors answered the magical call to the stage in unusually large numbers. Benilde men filled in the cast for St. Margaret’s fall production of Sweethearts, a musical farce set in central Europe during the 19th century. Our Lady of Peach High School in St. Paul was in need of a lead for their production of Cindy, a modern rendition of Cinderella, and Senior Bob Birch fit the part. Benilde students also took part in Regina’s production of Pride and Prejudice. In their fall play, The Music Man, and in their outstanding job on The Miracle Worker, the story of Helen Keller, Holy Angel’s Academy once again made use of the talents of Benilde’s fine actors. RICHARD SMITH Rick “Anythin my Vespa won't take. my Deeota will! Activities Wreatling 2 MARK R SOMERS fat Fury Schasam. F F. ridoe again Activities Swimming 1.2.3.4; Baseball 1.2: Student Council 3.4. Football 1. Drama 2,3 KEVIN STANOLER Kev “Alright” Activities Football 1.2.3 JOHN STANTON John ”1 wanna be a sports writer MARC STRAND Whltey “Can I get a ride?” Activities Lancer 4: Art and Poster Club 2.3. THOMAS 8UTTON Suit “Shaving Cream Activities Football 2. Bowling 3; CCD. 3; Contact 4; Cheer loader 4; Glee Club 4 MARK SWANSON Dan Ah you bet. Bob Activities Baseball 1; Student Council 2; Drama 3 THEODORE H SWEETSER Ted Well, late again Activities Croea-country 1; Track 1: Oloe Club t.2.3; Drama 3.4: Contact 2.3.4: Lancer l.2,3,4. Student Council 2.3.4. CCD. 3. Shield Club 2.3.4. 174 ROBERT 8HORT Bob Oo Away WILLIAM SlPE BUI Buddy, get offa my cloud Activities legion of Mary 2. DAVID 8I-OSS Fridley Flash Don't knock Fridley! We got street lights and B water-trough Activities Cross-country 3.3. Track 2.4. Varsity club 3. Contact 4; 8tudentCouncil 3. OARY SMITH Smitty Hard Choose Activities Basketball 1.3.3.4. Track 3; Football Trainer 4 VICTOR STEIN 8klp Backoff Activities Wrestling 2.3.4. GENE STIFTER Stiff “What did you say. Brother? Activities: Photo Club 3.4. C.C.D. 3. Student Council 3. SWEETHEARTS -from left: Mike Wright. Jackie Kae-der. Dave Sloss. Bob Ball, in an exciting scene. DANIEL TAYLOR Worm Show me a squirrel with an aoom, and 111 show you a happy moose' Activities Baseball l. Bowling SL3; THOMAS THIEI. Tom Please close cover before striking match Activities Wrestling 4. TIMOTHY THOMAS Studley Ya know, you really know how to hurt a guy' Activities Track 2.3.4. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Student Council 1.2. Varsity Club 4 A JAY TIRPAK Jay “Sony about that Activities Student Council 2. 3.4: Olee Club I.2.3.4. Lancer 2.3.4. Bemlden 4 175 MARK J. TORBORO Mark 'Death to self produces life Activities Student Council 1, 2.3. Statistician 1.2.3.4. Manager 1.4. JOHN TREMBLAY Clem “BigDeaT DON TRUEMAN Babe -Oh... Activities Cross-oountry l FRANCIS TSAI Frank “Where's your Physics?-Activities Glee Club 1.2.3.4; Drama Club 3: Swimming 2: Contact 2.3.4; Lancer 4 STEPHEN TURNER Harley Did I ever tell you the one about Activities Drama 3. Student Council 4 MICHAEL URSETH Blood'n Outs “Bazanga Activities Football 1.2.3.4; Wrestling 1.2.3.4; Student Council 2.3.4; Varsity Club 3.4; Lancer 3.4. Principal Br. Justin congratulates Tom Cooley on his election into National Honor Society. Seniors Honored For Scholarship, Every year, the faculty bestows one of the highest academic honors in the country upon 15% of the graduating senior class — permanent membership in the National Honor Society. This year, 48 outstanding young gentlemen were elected to this coveted fraternity, the largest number ever at Benilde. Br. Amedy explained the history of the Society and its founding purpose, which is to recognize in a special way those students who have demonstrated in their high school years outstanding qualities of Service, Character, Leadership, and primarily Scholarship. Four of the new permanent members in turn explained these qualities, and the colors representative of them, while a candle was lit as each was explained. The ceremony ended with the traditional response given by Mike Schaffer on behalf of the members, and the recessional march to the accompaniment of the National Honor Society theme song. RANDY WALSH Wally “1 got to make a H“ STEPHEN WARE Stove That Life” 1966 PERMANENT MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Sitting. Left to Right: M. Layton, J. Loscheider. J. Lucas, G. Malia, D. Malone, B. Martin. M. Moore. H. Pyzdrowski, W. Rasmussen, J. Robinnette, M. Schaffer, D. Scherer, S. Schweitzer. G. Smith. T. Sutton, M. Swanson, T. Sweetser, J. Tirpak, M. Torborg, F. Tsai, L. Walsh, T. Wozniak, M. Wright, J. Young. Standing: D. Applegren, K. Belanger, B. Birch. T. Coffman. T. Cooley. S. Cramer. J. Degnan, S. Dess. B. Donahue, M. Dubay, B. Edgely, G. Flick. T. Gilsenan, L. Gorrell. M. Graham, T. Gudden, L. Guyer, P. Hoffman. T. Jaspers. D. Kelly. J. Keymer, R. Kurzeka, M. LaVigne, M. LaVigne. Leadership, Character, And Service BENJAMIN P. WALLACE Benji HI Fish! Activities: Bowling: 2,3; Student Council 4 PAUL WEDERATH Witt Tell ya what I'm gonna do. Activities: Football 1.2 LAWRENCE WALSH Larry How's it going? Activities: Olco Club 3,4; Contact 4. DALE WEIMAN Snail Hi Dolll Junior Dave Kowalski lights the candles symbolic of Character, Leadership, Scholarship, and Service embellished in the constitution of the National Honor Society. 177 PIERRE WEINAND Frenchy Ain't it the truth“ RICHARD WESTBROOK Rocky You blew it Activities Basketball 3.4. Varsity Club 3.4; Drama Club 3.4. Society Awaits Benilde’s JOSEPH WOLF Surfer Joe Life la lust a bowl of cherries ... pitted, in syrup Activities: 8tudent Council 2. 3.4 1ft • TIMOTHY WOZNIAK Wos Ses ren's a Hotdojf Activines Football 2.3.4. Glee Club 1.2.3.4. Baseball 3. Varsity Club 4 BRUCE MICHAEL WRIOHT Mike Great minds . Activities Football t; (trainer) 2.3. Glee Club 1.2.3.4. Drama Club 2.3.4; C.C.D 2.3. Student Council 1.2. Cheerleader 4; Basketball 1.2 DAVID YOUNO Dave I mean It is Activities Football 2. Baa ketball l; Student Council 4. Drama Club 4 DANIEL WINKER Dan Okay Activate - Football 1.2. Track 2; Student Council 1.2. WILLIAM WITHIAM BUI Haaty Banana ActivlUe : Baaeball 1. OEOROE B WITT 35 Let’s build a submarine Activities: Football 1.2.3. Wrestling 1.2 LAWRENCE WOJCIAK Larry Shy off” Activities Golf 3.4 Men At Conclusion Of High School Career The Senior more than anything else is aware of his world. He is sensitive to its life, commerce, culture, and potential of which he is a vital part. Now he has no one left to lead him by the hand. He begins his life really for the first time as he discovers what the rules are. He discovers most importantly that he belongs to the twentieth century ... a position he must freely choose. This is the beginning . . . this is the first step. JAMES ZECHMANN Pollock Get off of my cloud Activities; Oolf 3.4. JOHN ZERULL Zero Hi. how’ the boy Activities: Contact 2.3.4; Wrestling 2.3,4; 8tudent Council 1.2 JEROME COLBURN Jerry Yea! Ill bet Transfer Student OERALD DURRY Oreg “What test?!! Transfer Student SPRING EVENTS Senator Walter P. Mondale Lieutenant Governor A. M. (Sandy) Keith Keith And Mondale Keynote Speakers At Council Workshop The keynote to the Benilde Student Council Workshop this year was its speakers, Senator Walter F. Mondale and Lieutenant Governor A. M. (Sandy) Keith. They spoke in two separate convocations, one in the morning: and one in the afternoon of April 23. Mondale and Keith addressed approximately 500 students from almost 350 schools who attended the workshop. The day consisted of three sessions of discussions, a lunch break, and a dance which featured the Chancellors. The purpose of the workshop was to provide a medium for the self help and evaluation of each student council in relation to other councils around the state. This was achieved through the display boards, speeches, and discussions. The obvious focal point was the allied efforts of Lt. Governor Keith and Senator Mondale who instructed the delegates in the importance of student council work. Jerry Lucas and Jon Cieslak evaluate the day's schedule. Senior Jim Robinette escorts visiting delegates to discussion rooms. 182 The many displays and exhibits added dazzling: color to the workshop. OH COME NOW. IT CANT BE THAT INTERESTING -Delegates examine exhibit from Holy Angels Academy. Mr. Bob White adds a little humor to a workshop study session. Wally Rasmussen and Mike Wright entertain during a break at the workshop. 1966 Student Council Elections— Candidates Exhibit Dynamic Campaigns Second Vice Presidential candidate, Joel Bowar, releases balloons and confetti during the elections assembly After a tense nomination convention on. Thursday night, April 28, twenty-two candidates emerged to vie for student council positions. Chuck Meade and Jon Cieslak and the other candidates, used everything from posters, flyers, buttons, speakers, and girls to a tough looking Cowboy from the Stagecoach Inn in their campaign. Each advisory period was taken up with speakers listing their qualifications for their respective offices. Banners, balloons, signs —all were used by the candidates to try to secure an office on the executive board. When the big day came, Friday, May 6, each candidate gave his final campaign speech to an all school assembly. Voting took place afterwards, and each candidate awaited nervously the results. FREE BALLOONS — John Coleman fills campaign balloons. A tough choice awaits eager supporter. Rick Kruzeka, as he steps into the voting booth 184 For Executive Board Positions Leonard steps forward to get his man-Ciesiak draws support from the Stagecoach Inn in Shakopee. SIGNS OF OUR TIME-Election posters display both humor and artistic ability. ELECT STEVE RISCH — Benilde students show rousino-support for their man. 1966 ELECTION RESULTS President: Chuck Meade e63 Jon Cieslak 310 2nd Vice President: Joel Bowar 513 Tim Laska 45s Secretary: Dave Kowalski 668 Bill Franke 298 Treasurer: Bill Burns 489 Jeff Smith 475 Comm, of Freshman Activities: Dan Manning 709 John Coleman 257 Comm, of Academic Affairs: Tom Hannon 495 Dick Moriarty 467 Comm, of Student Activities: Steve Risch 509 Tom Horner 454 Committee Coordinator John Nichols 766 Jon Strand 195 Comm, of Publications Mike Barich 501 Joe Mork 462 Chuck Meade Jon Cieslak President-Elect Vice President-Elect I 185 Junior A1 Hectman and his date inspect the bids from the i960 Junior-Senior Prom “Enchanter A La An evening of enchantment in the Parisian gardens, “Enchanter a la Tuileries”, awaited the couples who attended the Junior-Senior Prom this spring. The gym and cafeteria had a new look, styled completely to fit the Parisian theme. Seniors Larry Gor-rell and Bill Martin along with their crews installed a fountain, hung draperies, murals, and erected columns, all resulting in a fascinating decor for the dancing. Jerry Mayeron’s Orchestra provided the music for the May 13th prom. After the dance about 60 couples went to the Sheraton Ritz Hotel for a Senior dinner. For the first time the entire faculty was also invited to attend. In past years only the Senior advisors and athletic coaches attended. A highly decorated fountain and handmade ceramics highlighted the decorations for the Great Hall. Tuileries”- Prom Completes Social Calendar Dave Babcock and his date enter the Great Hall for the Junior-Senior Prom Punch is served to Senior Dick Westbrook and his date, Peg-jjy Hansen B 7 Gary Smith and Mike Schaffer dance the night away at the prom. A fountain constructed by the Benilde stage crews was the center of attraction in the Parisian decor. Ij.fr- Baccalaureate Mass, Breakfast Precede Seniors and their mothers participate in Baccalaureate Mass at Good Shepherd Church. A HELPING HAND-Tom Gilsenan helps serve at Communion Breakfast held at the Ambassador Motor Hotel. 188 “I MUST HAVE BEEN IN THE WRONG ROOM! -Senlors John Degnan and Tom Cooley present their version of the Smothers Brothers. Jim Markusen sang “Ballad Of a Thin Man” at the breakfast. Graduation BENILDE’S FIRST COMPOSER - Mike Wright sang one of his own songs for the seniors and their mothers. His first song. Ballad in B-Minor” became very popular at Benilde and was recorded on the Glee Club’s album. Mike Moore played the accompaniment for Bob Birch, Steve Cramer, and Paul Hoch. While listening to the speakers at the breakfast. Senior Denny Scherer finishes the last of his meal. Singing their own version of ‘Today are (left to right); Mike Hopkins, Tom Sutton. Gerry Malia, Bob Short. Tim Brink. Jay Hauge, and Tom Gudden. 189 June 1.1908-Seniors receive diplomas at Benilde Commencement exercises Commencement Exercises Conclude Seniors’ Principal, Brother Justin presents the graduation dress. Patient parents and relatives watch ceremony. Monsigrnor Ambrose Hayden, presents diploma to Senior Jerry Colburn as Brother Justin and Brother Patrick prepare others. Graduation exercises this year included 248 members of the class of 1966 190 High School now officially over for the class of 1966. No one to urge them to study, or to do homework, or even to attend class. They have left Benilde High School as graduates, leaving behind a year that will be hard to imitate in athletics, scholarship and leadership in activities. Graduation has been just the beginning of a whole new life and career, it is the end of a life in high school for each senior. Responsibility is increased for each senior as he enters the adult world. Some will go to college, others into the service, still others will enter directly into society as working men. Each, however, has been prepared in many ways to live a good life through their education at Benilde. Days At Benilde Douglas Applegren accepts his diploma from Archdiocesan Vocation Director Monsignor Ambrose V. Hayden, who presided over graduation ceremonies. Anthony C. Jttptra Valedictorian Michael J. Schaffer Salute to rian Seniors, robed in caps and gowns, await presentation of diplomas. 191