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

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1969 BENILDEN Volume II UNDE FARE Editor: Fred Ferron Moderator: Mr. Thomas O’Reilly Four years ... a long time, objectively speaking. But to a graduating senior, it is difficult to believe that bis ' term at Benildc has expired, fn a senior s hindsight, 720 individually long days seem to have combined to pass in less than two weeks. And to see where all the time has gone, he reflects back. He reflects to see what has happened to him. lie reflects to learn from this experience. He reflects to see if and how he's grown. This reflection is the theme of the 1969 Bcnilden. Four years. . . Dedication—To Bro. Francis Stenglein Tradition dictates that the Benilden be dedicated to a man who exemplifies Benilde; a man who is willing to give his time to students for both academic and extracurricular purposes. It is with this in mind that we dedicated the 1969 Benilden to Brother Francis Stenglein. Brother Francis has served Red Knights since, his arrival at Benilde in the autumn of 1963. For two years—until 1965—he moderated both the football team and the Fathers and Friends'Club. Since 1966. Brother has supervised the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD) program at Benilde and the Rocket Aeronautics Club. He has also driven the school's buses for the past six years. In the classroom. Brother Francis has taught mathematics, physics, and Religion. He has also chaired the Science Department for four years. This last year Brother was appointed Director of the Brothers' Community. Throughout his teaching career. Brother has remained a student. He has studied for eight summers—four at St. Mary's College and four at the University of Minnesota. He presently holds two degrees other than his Bachelor of Arts—an M.Ed. (Masters of Education) in physics and an M.Ed. in theology. Brother Francis heading tmvards another day of class. Administrator, Instructor, Friend Next year Brother Francis will leave Benilde to study as a fulltime student at either the University of San Francisco or Catholic University of America. He is to do graduate work for at least one full year to get his Masters of Art (M.A.) and possibly his doctorate in theology—Biblical or Historical. Benilde is losing a man who has been very important in making the school what it is today. We can only hope that he will one day return and receive the recognition he so richly deserves. Reflecting Back on Four Years . . Basic Understandings of chapter 3 . . Bill Konersman; Bro. Anthony; Spanish Club; Dale Erwin; Bovvars campaign; Albert Lea; Airliner Motel; Brother Hilary; Senior Ball; Manning’s treat; Ganley’s turtle; Judd Luesse’s goldfish; the Lottery in Brother Jeffrey's English class; Prof. Fleming; Spirit of '69; Pal-lanch’s Geometry proofs; Brenner's “Peace on Earth joke; records in sophomore religion; lianto vs. Boran; Bobbi Norman; Layton's China report; Duluth '67 69; Bussman and sex; Brother Mike's experiment; Duck Garbage; Roger Watson; Mike VanMaanen; Rochester '67; Dinty Moore; Beef Gravy; Lobsters; Jim Jensen; Chuck Meade’s speech; Holly's concert; all night egg toss; Father Carson and Dunrovin. BRADFORD ANDERSON CHARLES ANTONY GUe Latin Club 1.2. Swimming 2: Club 1.2.3. Art Poster Club Ski Club 3; Student Council I; Student Council 2.3. 1.2. ROBERT BACH Hockey ROBERT BARNETT Hockey 1.2. Glee Club 2.4; Drama 2: I. Track 3; Student Council Bemlden 3. 3.4. Benilden 3,4; Lancer 3.4; Cheerleader 4. 8 JAMES BENDA Basketball JAMES BOEENKAMP Stu-l.2.3.4; Glee Club 3; Contact dent Council 1,2,3.4. Lancer 2.3.4. 3.4; Benilden 4; Drama 4. JAMES BORER Football 2. BRADLEY BORN 3.4; Hockey 1.2: Track 2.3. 9 STEPHEN HfiEVIfi Track TIMOTHY BROBACK Soccer 1.2.3. Cross-country 2.3; Hock- 3.4. Hockey 3,4. ey I. Lancer 3,4; Bcnilden 4. JAMES BRUZEK Latin Club JOHN BURG Cross-country 1.3; Student Council 3.4; I .2.3.4; Track 1.2,3,4; Varsity Drama 3,4. Bond 3.4. Club 2,3.4; Bcnilden 4. THEODORE BRECKHEIMER JOHN BRENNAN Student Council 3.4 Officer 4); Lancer 3.4; Bcnilden 4: Hock ey 2.3. MICHAEL CANNON Student DAVID CARTER Shield Council 4. Drama 4; Lancer Club I; Lancer 1.2.3.4: Track 4; Bcnilden 4; Glee Club 4. 1.2.3,4; Cross ouutry 1,2.3.4: Latin Club 3; Student Council 4; Glee Club IJ2.3. 10 DENNIS CLIFFORD Cro - THOMAS COEY country 1.3.3; Track 1JIJ3; Hockey 2,3; Student Council 2.4; Glee Club 1.2,3; Lancer 2.3.4; Benilden 4. JOHN CONSTANTINE DOUGLAS COOLEY Glee Drama |; tMtin Club 1.2. Club 2.3,4. Senior Exposure Night Successful Shield saccident; calling Greg at 3:30 am.; Denver; Mr. Vinger's ring finger; Chowder-head’ ; All My Sons; Senior Exposure Night; Sophomore archery; Gilligan's speghetti race; Ernie's tape records; Buster's self worship; state cribbagechamp’; Bofenkainp and Molly; Ernie's term paper; Soroko vs. Fryxcll; Barry Dodd; Huh ; Big Mac's coming back; J. Dooley and the Centerline; Mayflower party; Mylan’s senior party; Jeffs dimes; sweetspot; Leroy's AMX; Sullivan s 330 six; Senior Skip Day; Peoria; Bill McCann; sophomore track meet at St. Thomas. TIMOTHY CORCORAN Clee WILLIAM DAY Wretthng Club 1.2.3.4. Football 2; I .2.3.4. Foothill 2. Drama 2.3.4. n Class of ’69 Recaptures All-Sports Trophy DANIEL DING M A N N KENNETH D I N G M A N N Swimming 2; Football I. Football 1,2. DANIEL DIXON Track 1.2; THOMAS DOLPHIN Glee Wrestling 3,4; Glee Club 3. Club 2,3.4; Student Council 3.4 (Officer 4 . ANTHONY FERRARA Stu- FRED FERRON Shield Club deni Council 1.2; Football 1; 1,2.3.4 Officer 3,4); Lancer Contact 3.4; Lancer 3,4; Ben• 2,3.4; Benilden 3.4 (Editor 4); itden 4. Student Council 4. EDWARD F1NKLEA Stu RUSSELL FINKLER CCD 2; dent Council 2.3.4 (Officer 4); Bowling Team 1.2,3. Lancer 3.4; Cheerleader 3.4; Benilden 4. MICHAEL FLYNN Basketball 1.2; Baseball 1; Football 2; Cross-country 3,4; Track 2, 3.4; Student Council 2,3; Glee Club 2.3.4. Latin Club 3. Student Council Provides Activities JACK A. CALLOWAY Ten DENNIS CALVIN Glee Chib nis 4. 1.2,3.4; Student Council 4; Drama 4; CCD 2; Bowling I. 2.3. RICHARD CANLEY Wres- THOMAS GEIB Football 4. tling 1.2; Junior Achievement Track 3.4; Glee Club 1.2.3,4. Assembly 3.4. Student Council 4; Baseball I. MICHAEL COHR Infra• RICHARD COHR Infra■ MICHAEL COZOLA Football JOHN CRACYK Footbtill 2: mural 2.3.4. murali 2,3.4. 1.2.3.4; Track I; Hockey I. Lancer 4. for Red Knights Chicago; Lady in Cement'’; $8.00 bribe; missing chaperones; floorwalkers; Donna May Springer; teacher’s note; The Ferris Wheel; The computer quiz; Tomah, Wise.; Grahek's Silverware; Hotel bible; the banquet waiter; Turn on the lights! ; Finklea’s book; Ann Lori; Fred’s pee wee; Hotel Duluth; Professor Santa Claus; beverages at the Lake Aire; Pizza Hut; Gregory's stopwatch; football; Leroy's grandmother's cottage; Ganley’s hiding place; Strait’s lightblub; pictures of Dess. Walch Finklea. TIMOTHY GROSSCV P KENNETH GRUBRYN Camera Club 1.2.3.4. Cro . country 1.2; Track I; Student Council 1.2,3. MICHAEL GRAHF.K Track SCOTT GREGORY Debate I: Glee Club I. Lancer 2.3,4. Speech 2.3; Golf 3.4 15 Dramatics Serve THOMAS GUETTLER RONALD HAMMER Base-Camera Club 2.3.4; Track 2. ball 1.2; Football 3; Varsity Chib 3.4. MARK HARRINGTON JAMES HATHAWAY CCD 2, Tennis 4. JAMES HANTO DONALD HARASYN Glee Club 1.2.3. KEVIN HAUER Bowling 3. ROBERT HAVEL Baseball 2. 16 As Outlet for Knight Thespian Skill Harry Fuller’s Latin skill: Boh Brenner’s razor blade; Jimmy 's sick puns; Queen Victoria; Aunt Marge; John’s Head;’’Are Hibben and McGovern really Simon and Garfunkel?”; Mane's speech class; Peterson's semester speech; Pore-tti: “You wouldn't want to lx?t on that, would you?”; Mike Wanchena's accident; Golfing at New Prague; faculty attendance at Vinger’s wedding; Brother Francis’ freshman religion tests; Mr. Ek and Joe Battig; Steve Mock’s naval career; Mock’s money at Camelot; Russ Perlich; Bishop’s parents’ bed squeaking every Tuesday night; Collins and Mikulay in Cannon's car; Butch; Zeke was cheated; Laughin'; Opcrbueller hunt; PATRICK HAWKINS Foot STEPHEN HEDLUND Ten ball 1.2.3.4; Hockey 2. nia 4. GREGORY HELL FRANK HENNESSEY Dchatr 3; Art Potter Club I; Drama 1.2.3. CCD 2; Contact 3.4. 17 STEVEN JELL1SON MARK H1RSCHEY Glee Club 1-2.3.4. Truth J.2.3. Football 1,2: Wrestling 2.- Student Council 2.4. Inter-City Talent Show ROBERT JOHNSON Foot■ WILLIAM JOHNSTON Football 1.2,3,4; Basketball 1; ball 1.2, Hockey I. Varsity Club 3.4; Track 4: Contact 3.4. JOHN JORDAN Tennis I. Bowling J.2.3: Lancer 4. Bcnilden 4; Glee Club 4. GREGORY JOSEPH Lancer 1- 2.3.4 (Editor 4): Shield Club I .2.3.4 f V P 3. Pres. 4): Student Council la.3.4 (Officer 4); Bcnilden 3.4. MICHAEL RASTER Baseball MICHAEL KEAVENY Home-1.2.3.4: Honor Roll 1.2.3.4. coining escort 4. THOMAS KEEGAN Band 2: FRANK KELLER Cross - Boutina 2. country 1.2: Truck 1 J2, Wres- tling 3; Glee Club 1.2.3; Bund 2. DAVID KF.YMF.R Camera CHARLES KLINGLER Foot-Club 2; Student Council 3.4: bull I. Soccer 4. Student Council a Success KEVIN KLUCAS Student TERRENCE KNIGHT Council 3.4 Officer 4): Soccer 4. JAMESKODADEK Student JOHN KOEHNF.N Bsehnll Council 1.2.3.4 (Pres. 4); 1J2.3.4: Driver's Training 2. Hockey i; Wrestling 2: Cheerleaders 3.4: Shield Club 3: Boys' State 3. DANIEL KOENIG WILLIAM KOPPF.S 19 First Senior Ball JEROME KORMANIK Glee TONY KOST JK PS Out stand Club 1.2.3: Hockey 2; Soccer ing Sloth Award. 3.4. Brooniball; Spirit Week; Dennis Clifford at Embers; Honor Pass; Harvey Cox and the Secular City; The Secular City Debate; the Crisco Kid; remember Fizzles for an out of school one; Carleton oak tree; the wall in North Audio-Visual; Mr. Patrias’s ceiling; pillow fight on the train; Vic out the window; Broback out the door; the rest rooms at Standard; the pillows in Chicago; pick-ups on County Road 44; Ed’s ticket on county 44; Jesuit College in St. Bonifacius; Larry Nichols vs. the police; rejections from the Ivy League; the wastebasket at the Flame Roome; Billy Budd, top foreman; a screw in Walch’s glass; a .45 in Walch's wall; Vinger’s 30.06 that downed a king. THOMAS KRETSCH Hockey TERRENCE KROETEN Foot -2; Benlldeu 3.4; Tennis 3.4: ball 1.2; Soccer 3.4; Track Student Council 4. 3.4; Lancer 3.4; Benilden 4: Glee Club 4; Shield Club 1J2.3.4. WA Held in November KEVIN LERACH Football li Student Council 3.4; Homeroom vice -president 2.3. STEVEN LEROY Golf 3.4; RICHARD LEWI S Cross-National Inter-national Fig- conntn I; Track 2.3.4; Hock- ure Skating Competition 1.2. eg mgr. I; Cheerleader 4; 3,4. Student Council 4: YCEF 4; Lancer 3.4; Benilden 4; Shield Club 3. 21 GREGORY LUNDEEN Glee JOSEPH LUPO Glee Club 1; Club 2.3. Student Council 2.3 (Officer 3); Drama Club 1.2.3. PETER LINSMAYER Foot■ DONALD LONGPRE Student ball I. Track 3. Council 3.4; Shield Club 2. 3.4. JUDD LU ESSE Wrettling EDWARD LUIKENS Boy 2. Student Council 3. Scout 1.2.3.4. TIMOTHY LOOSBROCK MICHAEL LOSCH EIDER Track 1,2.3.4. Wrestling 3; Track 1,2; Cros -country 2. FootImlI 1.2.4; Swimming 4; Drama I ,4; Glee Club 3. Second Spirit Red Knights THOMAS A MacDONAl.D THOMAS J Mac DONALD Swimming 1,2.3. Tennis 4; Football 3. Week Gets All Involved . . . Highway 100; “Lets go 10 Shakey’s after Finleas Party”; “Okay ; “Oh, no”; Andy Kim and the New Colony Six; Thurlow Spurr and the Spurllows; when we won a football game; candlelight at the Surfside; Fred Merkle’s Homer; Larson's perfect game; Joe Altobelli; Dan Dobek; Joe Farley; Hunky Mruphleczek; driving into a snowbank—twice; Campbell's soup; Here come the Bride; Mrs. Williams and the Kitchen staff; food on the floor; then back on the plates; hate groups against Bru .ek; Brother Fred and the Lancer Benilden office. MARK MANKEY WILLIAM MANNINC Glee Club 12. Basketball 1.2.3.4. Student Council 1.2.3 'Officer 3); Speech 2; Senior Class Pres .; Varsity Club 2 3,4. VICTOR MARIN Soccer 3.4 CORT MARTIN Glee Club All Conference both years): 13.3.4; Lancer 1,2.3. Wrestling 3. RICHARD Me C U L L U M ROBERT Me C O N A G L E Wrestling 12. Track 2 2.4. Drama 1.2. Hockey I. Glee Club 2.3. 23 PETER MEADE Football 1.2. ROBERT MIKU1.AY Track I. 3.4. Baseball I: Track 3.4. 2; Glee Club 1,2,3.4 (VP 4); Student Council 1.2; Vanity Benilden 4; Lancer 3.4: Club 3,4. Drama 1,4. Cheerleaders Egg CHRISTOPHER M I I. L F. R Track 3. MICHAEL MILLER Student Council 1.4; Evaluation Committee 4; Shield Club 2.3; lancer 3.4; Benilden 4. 24 BRADLEY MITCHELL Track 2.3.4. MICHAEL MITCHELL STEVEN MOCK Glee Club ROBERT MOORE Student 2.3.4. Student Council 2. Council 1 2: Glee Club Is Basketball 12.3.4: Track 22. 4. Football 4; Contact 2.3.4. Vanity Club 3.4 . Teams to Victory Golfing at Meadowbrook; knowing Brother Stephen’s tests before they came out; The Graduate; The Doors Concert; Tony’s 189 in-line four—is it true he beat a Toyota Corona?; Concerts at Thomas Beach; silhouettes at Lake Calhoun; I SPY; Laker-Muskie-Piper benefit games; Bob Short and his money; Wheelock Whitney; James Knox Polk Association; Fink-lea’s tape player; “Joe. Give it back!”; Bernie Kid' Paret; Big Daddy Lipscomb; Emile’s Hat Factory. DAVID MORGAN Track I; MICHAEL MORGAN Foot■ Crost -country 22; Golden ball I; Track I; Golden Cloves Boxing 122.4. Gloves Boxing 122.4. PAUL MORGAN MICHAEL MUELLER Glee Club 12'. Track I; iMnccr 3. 25 ROBERT MURPHY Football CLANCY MYLAN 1.2: Soccer 3.4. Latin Club 1,2. Varsity Club 2.3.4. JEROME NALEZNY Glrr ANTHONY NELSON Track Club 1.2.3; Student Council I -2; Glee Club 1.2.3. 1.2.3.4. DONALD NEWELL LAWRENCE NICHOLS Foot- ball 2.3.4. Wrestling 2.3; Varsity Club 3.4. Dunrovin The liberal Lancer; Mike Conner's popular editorials—suitable for wrapping fish; Fred’s concern (?) for McCarthy; Carlos Avery Game Farm; Ham Lake Airport; No Ham Lake Airport; starving deer at the arsenal; George Wallace's engagement with Leslie Uggams; Socco Welts—in the NFL or DFL; Jim Garrison; Oswald’s televised death;Buckley and Vidal; Joe Pvne vs. Truman Capote; Lullabye and Ultra-bright; Layton on the Mississippi. 26 A Sensitive Time for LOVE ROBERT NOWAK Track 1.2; KEVIN O'HALLORAN Wrr - Homeroom officer 1J2. fling 1.2.3.4; Soccer 3.4; Track 1.2.3. Drama 4; Vanity Club 1.2.3.4. JOHN O LEARY Track 1.2.3. Lancer 3.4; Brnildr n 4. Student Council 2; Shield Club I. JOHN PALLANCH Cron-con nt rtf 12; Track 2.3,4. Wrestling 1.2,3.4. Shield Club 1.2.3; lancer 3; Henild en 3; Drama 4; Student Council 1.2.3.4 Officer 3.4); Glee Club 1.2.3. 27 DOUGLAS PAQUETTE FRANZ PEARSON Wrm-tliny I .2. B R I A N RACETTE Student ROBERT R E B E R Student Council I .A. Track 2,3.4; Council I, Wrestling 2. Cross -country 3,4: Varsity Club 3.4. Junior-Senior Spring Semester 147's homeroom picnic or Mow to get Wet in one easy inning: Felix. Poindexter and the Master cylinder; Crusader Rabbit; six minutes of Light My Fire; Screwball Squirrel; Raggs, the Tiger; Foghorn Leghorn; Mr. Hiemen and DT; Lerach vs. Brother George in debate; not playing with a full deck; Nine Against America; The Magnificent Seven; G.J. molesting M.V.; Fred’s Corvette; following the brothers to Bradv; M.C. and the rest of the dirty pinkos in 146; Brigadoon; Plain and Fancy; Arsenic and Old Lace; Rassmussen’s Party; Bob Ost and TOPS; Mr. Crowley s logic; when Joe Na-math plaved football; White Rabbit; Earl Mor-rall. MARC RENNER Bowling DANIEL RICHEY Football 1 2.3i Shield Club 3.4. 1.2.3.4; BasketltalI 1.2; Base- ball 1.2; Student Council 2.3.4; Vanity Club 3.4. THOMAS RILEY Student GEOFFREY ROCHE Student Council 2.3.4. Council I; Wrestling 1J2. 28 Prom Highlights for Red Knights MICHAEL ROGERS DENNIS SCANLON Football 1.2.3.4; Basketball 1,2; Base-ball 1.2.3.4, Varsity Club 2. 3.4. STEVEN SCHMIDT Football PATRICK SC H M IT Z Shield 1.2.3.4; Basketball (mgr ) I Jl; Club 1.3; Track I; Student Track 4. Council 4. DAVID ROCKWELL Glee STEPHEN ROEHL Club 1.2.3.4; Art Poster Club I. Golf 3. JOHN SHEKLETON Band 2; JEFFREY SHIELDS Foot-Lancer 3.4; Latin Club of- ball 1.4; Drama 2.3; Stu-fleer 3: Student Council dent Council 3.4; Basketball 1.2.3; Contact 2.3.4. Chess istatistician) 4; Lancer 3.4. Club 3. Benilden 4. JOHN SIMONSON CLEMENT SMEGAL Drama 2,3. Lancer 2.3,4: Henilden 4 MARK SOROKO Drama 1.2. JOHN STACK Football 2.3.4: Glee Chib 2; Band 2.3. Swimming 2; Trach 2,3: Latin Club 2.3; Student Council 4: Varsity Club 4. PAUL STAHLER Trach 3. - JOHN STODDART Football I: Trach I: Hockc■ 2.4; Golf 3.4. The Big Moment for Class of ’69 JOHN STOULIL Football MARK STRAIT Baseball 12. 12.3.4. Basketball 1.2.3; 3,4. Rasketball 12. Baseball 12. 30 THOMAS SULLIVAN Hock AMES TAYLOR Wrestling I; cy 1,2.3.4. Student Connell Student Council 1.2; Track 2. 2.3.4. Varsity Club 2.3,4. 3.4; Camera Club 1.2; Bow ling 1. Finally Arrives Graduation, June 3 Jerry Lee Lewis and Chuck Barry; Shield's Money Collection; Joe Krumm’s raffles; Greg trying to impeach Williams and almost anybody else around; Cannon’s basketball in the Duck’s Lair; Fred’s basketball court; the Pueblo; the Maine; the Alamo; the EC-121; the American Opinion Library; the NCR’s reactionary drivel; Tom Williams; Brennan lives in Moorhead; Calling Graham H. at 10:30; leaving Jim at Nancy’s house; Shekleton missing his 8:30 bedtime; Lerach’s 4.016 mistakes; counting down the last days of school; Hiemen’s wit and tight pants. MARK TAYLOR Basketball DANIEL THIELMANN Glcr 1.3; Student Council 2- Club 2. Lancer 3. ROBERT TIMPANE Hockey MICHAEL TOBIN Student I; Golf 4. Council 2. Baseball 1.2.3.4; Soccrr 3.4; Hockey 1.2.3.4. THOMAS TREMMEL Stu STEPHEN VILIPSKI Cross-dent Council 4. Cheerleaders country 1.2; Hockey 1.2.3.4; frack IJ2J}; Varsity Club 3.4. 31 RICHARD WALCH Cross- THOMAS WALL Swimming country I; Track 1,2,3.4; Foot■ 1.2. ball (trainer) 2,3.4; Varsity Club 3.4; Student Council 4. JEFFREY WANCHENA THOMAS WEBER Soccer 3.4; Coif 4. Wrestling 2.4; Drama 2.4; Student Council 2; Bonding 1 J2: Varsity Club 3.4. MARK WALSH Wrestling JAMES WALZ 1.2.3.4; Drama 4. Looking Back JOSEPH WHEATON Football THOMAS WHITE Football I. I. Hockey 1.2,3.4. Soccer Wrestling 1.2, Soccer 3. Glee 4; Varsity Club 2.3.4. CJub J.2. 32 Over a Long Four Years Sach; The Bowery Boys—Leo Gorcey and Muntz Hall; Sophomores return; photolith; NSYA; Laurel and Hardy; Mackenzie's Raiders; 635789; Eden Prairie dances; Ganley’s Girlfriend; the Rocket Club; MVP of the Bowling Club; Harvey Weiss; spinning rings; the nickel game; Bauer and the superball; the siding on English’s house; The Tonight Show; The Pyongyang 31; Ernie Davis and Joe Bellino; Otis Redding; Mike Holovak; Weeb Eubanks; The Benilde Student Council dickering with June DePray for Homecoming; the Box Tops for Prom. TIMOTHY WIN KF.H Cam era Club J. 2.3; Rocket I Aeronautics Club 2.3; Glee Club I J2; Stamp £- Com Club 2; Lancer 2. JOHN WITSTINE ROBERT WOLLMAN 3 Joint Rallanch Most Ac tii f Jim Kodadek Most School Spirit Hill Manning Most leadership 1969 Benilden Tom Sullivan Best Look in a Dun Richey Most Ambitious Steve LeRoy Best Dressed Scott Gregory Htyyest Brou n Jack Stuck Biggest Lover Hall of Fame Denny Scanlon Bent Athlete Dick Leu-is Best Sense ol Humor John Shekleton Most Intelligent Greg Joseph Most Likely to Succeed Steve Jrllhon Class Freeloader Larry Engbloom Clans Freeloader Mark Walsh Best Liked Chuck Antomj Most Talented The Alphabet of the Underclass r . D. Adelmann F. Anderson G. Anderson M. Andrcson J. Arms B. Arneson M. Aubart B. Battaglia R. Becker J. Beckwith P. Bodnar T. Bciersdorf B. Berg C. Bergeron J. Bergeron F. Betlach J. Born J. Brusseau Juniors Assume Leadership in Sports, T. Burns J. Bury S. Bushev D. Cannon R. Carlson J. Carr J. Charlebois P. Coleman 38 E. Cominers M. Conner R. Cramer G. Dahl J. Davis P. Del more B. Deppa D. Deurr K. De iel C. Diercks D. Dolan T. Doyle R. Dreitzler D. Drury I'. Duepner M. DuffV Extracurricular Activities at Benilde M. Dukinfield M. Dupont W. Egan C. Elsen R. English D. Flake M. Flei sell hacker J. Flynn W. Flynn K Fox D. Fraser 39 J. Frederich F. Freeman M. Frcnz D. Gager J. Geib J. Giebenhain Junior Year: Time of Uncertainty, Preparation . . . J. Gillham G. GratT Several juniors inspect lockers for chemistry experiment materials. K. Graham R. Gramling L. Greene E. Grismer M. Gross P. Gustafson T. Haddox L. Hagemo T.- Hanncman B. Hanson P. Havel T. Hennig J. Henrich M. Higgins S. Hoff T. Hoffman A. Holschuh R. Horner o B. Hulbert T. Hunt J. Janick G. Jenson R. Johns L. Johnson M. Johnson S. Johnson J. Jordan K. Kartak P. Keavany Junior year is a time of preparation, uncertainty and growth. The Class of 70 worked diligently to prepare itself to take the reins of Benilde next year as seniors. Manyjuniorsdistinguishcd themselves in extracurriculars. especially in varsity sport competition. Pat Scanlon was named all-conference in football, and received all-state honorable mention. John Reger broke the individual single-game scoring record in the first basketball game of the '68-69 season. Against the Vikings of Golden Valley. John scored 32 points. It is also a time of uncertainty. Most juniors aren't sure what they will lx doing after high school, but they realize that graduation is only a little over a year away. Most of all, it is a time of growth academic, spiritual, and intellectual. This is. perhaps, most significant. J. Keil D. Reiser P. Kellogg THIS IS A PERIODIC TABLE . . . Chemistry teacher Mr. Mauszycki explains fundamentals to his top students. . . . Academic, Intellectual, Spiritual Growth A. Kerber T. Kerber D. Koch P. Kodadek J. Korab 41 Class of 70 Prepared to Lead School Activities L. Komovich K Kowalski K. Kowalsky E. Krmpotich J Krystosek R Lamothe The members of the Class of 70 now face the greatest challenge of their high school careers—senior year. For three years, such students as Larry Larson. Jim Janick, Lonnie Johnson. Dan Drury. Neil Trembley. Shawn NVeinand. John Reger, and Pat Scanlon have worked their ways into positions of leadership in this junior class. Now the time is coming to reap the benefits of this labor. Athletically, the Junior class is strong. Rick McCullum. Pat Coleman. John Reger. Pat Scanlon. Curt Elsen. Tim Mueller are set to lead their respective varsity squads to conference titles. In extracurricular activities, the future is also bright. Generally, the Class of 70 seems ready for their important task. D. Lapic M. Larkin C. Larsen M. Mahal P. Mandile J. Margaret B. Mason A. Mathiowetz S. Mattaini SEZ WHO? . . . Junior class President classmate's statement. L. Larson M. Laughlin A. LePeau J. Liberko T. Link M. Littfin 42 and Sports Next Year as Senior Class T. McConville D. McCullum P. McHugh M. McSwiggen G. Meehan T. Mcneely T. Menth B. Meyer T. Miezwa J. Miller T. J. Miller T. Miller T. Miller T. Mueller J. Mullin S. Mundy P. Myers S. Nimchuck H. Nordstrom D. Nowak I O’Brien P. Ochs D. O'Donnell S. OfTerman J. Olson 43 P. Pattee N. Paul us B. Peterson P. Pigeon M. Punko M. Pyzdrowski P. Qualy J. Raker J. Reger J. Richter T. Riley S. Rod by L. Rohr R Rose Junior basket thill star John Reger takes a shot during practice. B Roth G. Roth J. Ruff B. Ryan M. Samuelson K Sauter Class President Janick Directed Juniors to Prosperous, Successful Year 44 In the spring of 1968 Red Knights elected class presidents for 1968-1969. The Class of 70 elected Jim Janick to lead them through their junior year. With the strong support of his 214 classmates. Jim's tenure in office was successful. Early in the autumn, the juniors sponsored a school-wide sale of window stickers, which read: Benilde Red Knights. Two juniors comprised half of Ben-ilde's “High School Bowl ' team. Larry Greene and Paul McHugh were very important in keeping Benilde's undefeated status. Alternate Andy LePcau also competed in two televised segments. P. Scanlon R. Schafer M. Schneider M. Seifert J. Seiter M. Seiwert M. Sheehan J. Smith S. Smith G. Smock D. Soroko T. Sowa D. Spandle M. Speltz T. Stringer M. Sullivan P. Sweetser S. Sykora J. Teeter S. Tighe J. Timian K. Tonskemper S. Trau n N. Trembly 45 J. Trombley M. Ur bailee C. VanHauer T. Vichman T. Vi guess J. Vilipski B. Walsh S. Weinand J. Weingart G. Welter V. Welter G. Werges WHAT DO YA MEAN. GET OFF AND PUSH? . . Juniors ride around the football field just prior to the homecoming game against Hill. D. Wexler M. Wheeler M. Wiley G. Wolfe R Wood Missing: D. Bania M. Burke P. Et .el R Nistler K. Wiedman B. Ziehwein 46 Sophomores Enjoy Successful Participation in Extracurriculars, “B” Squad Sports D. Arnold E. Barker M. Beddor L. Bednarczyk J. Beltrand M. Blake D. Bronson B. Brown F. Brusseau M. Buchanan T. Burl Sophomore year Is the most carefree in high school. With graduation and college far off. academics are considered minor. No longer considered mere 'frosh they could participate fully in extracurricular activities— even hold office. Most of the B squad sports had winning season, making the outlook for varsity sports in 1970 bright. J. Blevins J. Boeser R. Brancel D. Brcngman M. Brooks Sophomores demonstrate real Knight spirit in pep fest before the De football game. 47 One of the most significant years in the life of a young man is his sophomore year. He is no longer a freshman, an underdog. but an upperclassman. In his sophomore year, a young man finally becomes a true part of the moving force of Bcnilde He is one who is called upon to make de cisions and to accept responsibility. Extra curriculars become a part of his daily life and he is legally able to attend sock-hops. S. Carney J. Carr K Carr J. Chclman J. Conley T Conroy J. Conwav T. Cook K. Crouley W. Crowley P. Byrne S. Caldwell D. Campbell P. Campbell G. Cap D. Carney M. Currie J. Darcy A. Darling T. Davis R. Deveny K. Dineen The Class of '71 is one of the finest sophomore class Benilde has had for a long time. This was shown particularly by the school spirit they exhibited at varsity and B squad games, and the fine academic and athletic record they established. At first, the ex-freshmen returned just a little more confident. As the year past, this confidence grew and grew. By spring, the sophomores took a second seat to no other class. 48 Biology is not only a Subject for the classroom, but to be extended to provide an awareness of the physical world. Aside from the normal classroom lecture, sophomores actively participated in the course through lab work. During the year, each class had the opportunity to make a field trip. The students on the trip collected leaves, fungi, moss and samples of bacteria and plant life from a swamp. Through this exposure to the wonders of nature, the sophomore becomes aware of the world he lives in. W. Disch J. Dolezal D. Dumas B. Dunkel S. Durr R. Dwyer R. Eckes T. Ferrard M. Feyereisen M. Finn S. Firnstahl L. Fish J. Rick S. Forster M. Forte J. Fox D. Freeman J. Gabriel J. GangelhofT J. Gatz T. Gaughan J. George P. Gerald J. Gilligan 49 Having finished that big first year at Benilde. The Class of '71 are looking ahead to increase the reputation of Benilde. The sophomores are showing great evidence of leadership and athletic ability. Kevin Crowley Tom LeVoir. Bob Pyzdrow-ski. Joe Tromiczak. Tom Rockford. John Li-berko. and Dan Welch led their respective B squads to winning seasons. At the end of their first year at Benilde. the Class of '71 elected Tom Hessling to preside over them during their sophomore year. With a united class behind him. his term was successful. Renilde's cheerleaders lead Red Knights in an outdoor pep fest before a big football game. M. Glceson T. Glcnnon T. Goblirsch S Goff R. Gordon M. Hafich M. Hall T. Hamilton W. Hathaway T. Haul man J. Heath J. Hegman P. Held J. Henderson G. Henk J. Henry W. Herber T. Hessling A. Higgirft T. Hockert R. Hoel J. Hoffmann T. Holden C. Hughes Father Hanzal distrib voluntary Mass for the 50 Brother Benedict gives notes in a Sophomore French class. Sophomores strain for the volleyball during an advisory-period, intramural game. W. Hull J. Husnik J. Imsdahl M. Jacob S. Janas J. Japs D. Johnson P. Johnson 'I'. Johnson R. Johnston R. Jones J. Jullie M. Kalschcucr I Keefe T. Keller T. Kelly F. Kenvon J. King T. Klanchnik J. Knaeble T. Knaeble W. Knopik D. Know land M. Krausert utes communion at a Red Knights. 51 M. Larson M. Larson T. Larson S. La .cr J. Lebens T. Lerach Benilde's Class of ’71 has been one of the more ambitious. Particularly in sports, the sophomores refused to take second place to anyone. B-squad sports not only had a winning season, but became the most successful in recent Benilde history. In student council work, the sophomores were willing to do their share. Unlike many classes which preceded them, the tenth-grade delegates spoke on every major issue facing the student association. The future does indeed look bright. T. LeVoir J. Liberko J. Linhoft D. MacKenzie J. Manion M. Markos R. McCarthy T. McConville T. McDaniel J. McDonough S. McMillcn D. McPhee 52 R. Miller R. Mitchell K. Monohan M. Morley J. Mulvehill C. Nelson S. Newell P. Nolan P. O’Keefe M. Olson T. O'Malley J. Pattee M. Peake R. Pearson D. Pedersen M. Perkins J. Perlinger J. Peschkcn M. Pherson VV. Piekarezyk J. Pierro R. Pink K. Popp T. Powers T. Prieve S. Prosen S3 Principal Brother Andrew talks to three sophomore teachers just before a soc-hop. R. Pyzdrowski P. Raetz J. Rech J. Reger B. Rinehart S. Roach T. Rochford D. Rodgers R. Rolfes V. Ruggiero J. Ryan G. Samuelson R. Sanders J. Sather J. Sayer T. Scharber M. Schlink Sophomores, involved in most of Benilde's activities, participated en masse in the Glee Club and sang in all of the Club's concerts. Members of the Class of 7i lounge in cafeteria, during a lunch period. 51 R. Schmitt G. Si-bald J. Senescall T. Sheehan J. Sherburne D. Smith G. Smith K. Smith D. Snyder S. Sommers R Sorenson T. Suerth J. Sweeney W. Tantzen B. Teeter M. Tierney K nit J. Tot i no J. Tromic .ak R. Trover D. Truax M. Uhler C. Valenly M. Valle J. Vinella M. Vogel S. Vos J. Wagener T. Walstcn J. Ward S. Waterston D. Welch D. Westlin T. Wheeler K. Whitely R. Wines G. Wolf K. Wood fill W.Zech CODE YOU READ THIS: ttlpu rhg h k.xhrd gvhji rlpjl P lit in bs npxx xhbi sc h Gzemhu epolb rlpxi rhbjlpeo bit Gjici Bscpob—Owio Qsgivl 55 Class of’72 Initiated into Benilde Life; Frosh Become Involved in School P. Allen F. Anderson D. Averbeck F. Barber M. Bauer J. Beck J. Bethke R. Bettenberg J. Bilcik G. Blanchette J. Blevins J. Boiler J. Bortolussi G. Bowden G. Brassil G. Brctson R. Bryan T. Burns Senior John Brennan. Commissioner of Freshman Activities on the executive board of the student council, initiated the Class of 72 into Benilde life. G. Bartlett. J. Battaglia 56 Commissioner of Freshman Activities Brennan Represents Ninth-Graders in Student Council D Busch M. Cap S. Carlson G. Carney S. Carr T. Carr D. Dekarski D. Del more J. Casady D. Cavanaugh T. Cavanaugh P. Christenson M. Christianson M. Cosentino G. Devaan M. Dolan P. Courchane G. Creamer S. Cret .meyer J. Dalsin T. Day S. Decker S. Dolan S. Donahue M. Dorfener D. Dreitzler 57 K Dully M. Egan B. English K. Farrell M. Fasching T. Fashant D. Fiedler B. Fier T. Firnstahl J. Fleisehhackcr B. Flynn C. Foley T. Forster T. Frank P Frenz J. Frenzel T. Gacek M. Gilligan M. Gilligan P. Gleason M. Glynn M. Graham C. Gross D. Grossman Benilde High School officially opened its doors to the new school year on Registration Day. On September 2. 21G freshman Red Knights entered the halls of their school in anticipation of the first year of high school. The new Red Knights registered, received their schedules and books, and then proceeded to the gym to pay their tuition and have their ID pictures taken. To a young man. the first year at Benilde is a memorable adventure. His free and easy grade 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 and perplexed by the abundance of homework. Soon, however, they are assimiliated into their surroundings. A very important part of any student's involvement in Benilde. aside front academics. is Ins participation in extracurricular activities. When a freshman first comes to Benilde. he feels left out. But through his involvement in activities, this is soon overcome. The first act of the Class of 72 at September 2, 216 freshmen entered four years. C. Hill E. Holden J. Holewa J. Hughes G. Hull D. Jenson C. Jeweti K. Johnson M. Johnson F. Jordan G. Kaminski R Keiser J. Kelly J. Kennefick P. Keymer J. Kilkelly J. Kilpatrick P. Knab S. Grundy G. Guettler M. Guillaume G. Gulzinski M Hagen A. Haig P. Hanson C. Hanvik J. Harvey S. Haviland M. Hegman T. Hennig 59 “Frosh Spirit” Boosts Teams K Kowalsky P. Kriske P. Krmpotich P. Kul).it D. Lambert K. LaVigne T. Lawless D. Leach J. LeClaire J. Led with M. Libby G. Linholf F. Link T. Linnihan M. Lucore E. Luikens D. Lundberg C. Lutz T. Mack K. Madden J. Magnus J. Mandile J. Mann E. Marben A. Markos S. Markusen M. Martinez W. Marion J. Mashek W. McKeown The freshmen became well-known throughout Benilde for their participation in B-sauad and freshman athletics. Enthusiastic spirit on the part of the rest of the class helped the teams to win when the going got rough. Frosh Spirit became the password in the ninth-grade class Spirit, as exhibited here, was present at almost every varsity game also. It is generally conceded that the Class of '72 is at least partially responsible for the Knights' state championships. 60 D. Malsha R Mendenhall R. Minard R. Moore M. Morin D. Morley J- Mot .ko K. O'Brian J. O'Connor C. Olson G. Olson T. O'Meara T. O'Neill P. Patrias M Pherson M. Phillips D. Poreiti M Prieve S. Qualy Religion has always had a special weaning to Bcnilde students. The freshmen were no exception. T. Mot .ko M. Mullin P. Murphy T. Murphy J. Nelson M. Nester W. Nolan S. Noll 61 S. Quinn M. Renier AtJbA ill T. Roach C. Roche R. Rohr D. Roy C. Rudd A. Rush D. Russel M. Sal .er P. Salzer T. Sayer C. Scanlon J. Schissel M. Schllnk D. Schneider J. Schoenecker G. Schommcr L. Schultz J. Scnescall Freshmen Learn Meaning of “Benilde”; Take Up the Burden of Participation G. Sommers M. Stannard R. Steger P. Stenzel T. Stewart D. Strait M. Stromberg J. Suddendorf T. Shackle D. Simpson D. Skochinski J. Smith W. Smith T. Snyder J. Suss M. Tarnowski S. Tiber S. Tiebisovsky G. Turgeon T. Velasquez F. Ventura J. Viehman D. Vilipski J. Walsh D. Wei gal M. Whelan M. Williams P. Winters D. Wolf T. Wolfe T. Wright T. Young Mr. Bill Marton, in his first year at Benilde, made his freshman classroom a real experience The varsity football coach. Mr. Mar-ton led the Knight gridders to a sticcessful season. 63 New Administration Takes Charge of Red Two new secretaries graced the hulls of Benildc this year. At left. Mrs. Delmore. secretary to Mr. O'Reilly, types out an absentee bulletin At right is academic receptionist Mrs. Bonner. 66 Knight Learning Center Former Principal Bro. Justin took charge of the school as Superintendent ADMINISTRATION IN CONFERENCE: Bro. Francis. Bro. Andrew, Mr O'Reilly, and Mr Huhen. For six years Bro. Justin directed Benilde as Principal. This year he assumed the newly-created post of Superintendent. His major concerns are Finances, records, and teacher personnel. Brother Francis was appointed director to replace Bro. Patrick, who now senes as regional vocations director. Benilde's new principal was Bro. Andrew. A Brother for more than ten years, he spent the past six teat bins .a Holy Name High in Escanaba, Michigan. The only “veteran” in his administration position was Mr. Haben, who spent his third year as Administrative Assistant Principal. He came to Benilde nine years ago. and taught for six. Mr. Haben also served as basketball coach this year. As Dean of Men, Mr. O'Reilly made several changes in some of the rules. For eight years he taught English and math at Benilde before his appointment to Disciplinarian last fall. Administrative Asst. Principal Mr. Huhen takes a cull after a busy school duy. 67 The organization necessary to run Bcnilde efficiently is provided bv the academic office staff . The B r o t h e r superior. Bro. Francis, this year doubled as Director and chairman of the science department. Mr. O'Reilly, a teacher at Bcnilde for seven years, replaced Bro. Patrick as Dean of Men. Brother Fred served as bookkeeper for the second year. Brother Louis Andrew returned to Benilde again this year as librarian. Librarian Brother Louis Andrew prepares a display for bulletin board outside the library Bro, Francis. Science Department Chairman, was named Superior of the Brothers for the '68-'69 school. Dean of Men Mr. O'Reilly addresses students after pep fest at beginning of the school year. 68 Receptionist Mrs. Ladd gives assistance to a junior inquirer. Mr. Glynn, junior counselor and AP English instructor, talks to a student about college possibilities. Guidance Department Aids Red Knights Father Albert Hanzal, for twelve months prior to his Benilde assignment. was chaplain ami asst, pastor of Good Shepherd Parish. Guidance Department chairman. Brother Arthur, explains scholarship opportunities to an interested senior. 69 Religion Department Strives to Orient Brother Jeffrey, sophomore and junior Religion instructor, served Benilde for the third straight year. Brother Dismas' classroom focuses throughout the Religion Department.. on the contemporary doctrine preached Theory and reality seem to be at odds all of the time— especially in the area of Religion. But Benilde's Religion Department, by establishing more personal relationships with the students, has strived to bridge this gap. By presenting the views of con tempo rary philosophers and priests, a spectrum of views’ has been delivered. Discussion periods, particularly in the upper-classes, were fruitful in distributing knowledge. And, for the second consecutive year, a marriage course was presented to seniors for six weeks prior to graduation. 70 Red Knights into Their Society—the U.S.A. Chairman of the Religion Department. Bro. Dismas bolstered his academic reputation among the senior Red Knights. During the fall, he coached the state championship soccer team Benilde produced. Mr. Don Mleziva, a student-teacher here last gear, taught at Benilde this year. A graduate of St. Thomas College, he instructed one junior and four sophomore Religion. 71 Red Knights are offered the opportunity to learn any of four languages while at Benilde. Four-year courses are offered in Latin (taught by Mr. Murphy). Spanish (Mr. Stenglein and Mr. Kon-drak), French (Brother Benedict), and German (Mr. Eben-steiner. Through the study of a classical language (Latin) students increase their understanding of their own language and broade n their thinking power. The modern languages can be put into practical use in writing and speaking with people from other countries. Brother Benedict gives an oral quiz to his advanced French class. Bro. Neflali from Colombia. South America, has come German instructor Mr. Ebenstebter checks notes for his to Benildc this year to teach his native tongue to stu- afternoon classes, dents of the Spanish language. Mr. Thomas Layton, who teaches Mr. Crowley, the Sociology teacher. The varsity hockey coach, Mr. St. Communism to seniors and World reads literature about possible new Martin instructs seniors in American Cultures to juniors, relaxes during a teaching techniques. Government and freshmen in American class. Mr. Layton is also the varsity History, swimming coach and asst, track coach. Senior Social: Communism, Sociology, U.S. Government Mr. Crowley sees the humor in most things. A senior Sociology class reacts as only seniors would. 74 Mr. St. Martin prepares for a first-period American Government Class. Aside from his duties as varsity hockey coach, he assists Mr. Quinn during the baseball season. Social Studies for Seniors: Tri-Partite, Unified For the second year at Benilde, the Senior Social Studies course has been divided into several parts. Modified this year, three teachers instructed every member of the Class of ’69. Mr. Layton taught seniors about Communism for the second year. He explained not only the history and philosophy, but the threat now posed to the United States. Mr. St. Martin instructed seniors in American Government and Politics. Studying local, stale, and national government, Mr. St Martin varied the presentations according to the interests of his particular classes. For the second year. Mr. Crowley taught Sociology to seniors. Covering the Urban Crisis, racial problems. homosexuality, and alcoholism, the course was both lecture and discussion. Mr. Layton brings in a guest speuker for his junior World Culture and senior Communism students. 75 Mr. Ek. senior economics and juniorlsenior business law teacher, relaxes in the Faculty Ixmnge with Mr. Vinger and Mr. Quinn. Human Problems Viewed from Unconventional Angles Junior World Cultures instructor Brother Roger grins at a student's anecdote. Bro. Roger is in his first year at Benilde. Working icith Mr Crowley and Bro. Jeffrey. Mr. Ek contemplates the Public Relations program. Mr. Marion, varsity football coach, teaches freshmen in American History. 76 Mr. Mauszycki, junior Chemistnj teacher, helps a stir dent with an ionic equation. Sophomore Biology instructor Mr. Jenke lectures a class before a lab experiment. School Director and Physics instructor Bro. Francis diagrams a light chart in class. Brother Richard, who teaches Biology to sophomores, is in his first year at Benildc. He coached varsity wrestling. 77 Math Instructors Open World of Science to Knights Mr. Vinger demonstrates the oriental art of flipping it to his junior algebra classes. Mr. Patrias, who teaches geometry to sophomores and Math Analysis, to seniors, is also the B-Squad football coach in the autumn. 78 Brother John prepares a short quiz for his sophomore geometry classes. Mrs. Zieman. the first woman to teach at Benilde in the school's eleven year history, instructed freshmen in Algebra I. Dean of Men Mr. Math 12 course. O Reilly takes time to instruct seniors in a special Algebra, Geometry, Analysis Available to Knights 79 Junior English instructor Bro. Albert Mr. Glynn reads notes to his Advanced Placement English class. English Faculty Bro. George, freshman English teacher, dictates an oral test to his second period class. 80 Instructs Students in Excellence of Language 81 Physical Education Trains the Body Athletic director Mr. Quinn inspects files during a busy afternoon in the athletic office. Mr. Kondrak. Spanish teacher and phy-ed instructor, relaxes before an early afternoon class. Brother Lawrence, the man who teaches most of the physical education classes at Benilde. shows a sophomore the correct form of a bounce pass. 82 Maintenance, Kitchen Staffs at Work One of the persons responsible for the proper functioning of Ben-ilde is Brother R. Louis. In charge of maintenance. Brother is the first to arrive in the mornin g—unlocking doors and turning on lights—and the last to leave at night. Preparing meals for more than 800 students per day can present many problems. But the process of ordering, cooking, and serving ran smoothly again this year under the leadership of Mrs. Williams. Working with her were Mrs. Rosenow, Mrs. Wilkins, and Mrs. Christiansen. Students also worked during their lunch periods, the money they earned deducted from their tuition. THE EOOR BENILDE COOKS—Top Row: Mrs. Florence Wilkins. Mrs. Marian Williams. Bottom Row; Mrs. Doris Christianson. Mrs. Betty Rosenow. 83 Fall LANCER EDITORS: News EditorlPhotographer John Brennan. Associate Editor Fred Ferron. Asst. Copy Editor John Jordan. Editor Greg Joseph. Asst. Copy Editor Bob Dwyer. Editorial Editor Mike Grahek, Feature Editor Dan Drury, and Copy Editor John Shekleton. (Missing—Joe Flynn. Kevin Graham.) Lancer Places Emphasis on Individual Knights, Moderator Mr. Patrick Glynn and Editor-in-Chief Greg Joseph scan over an old issue of the Lancer) in search of techniques for improving lay-out. Mr. Glynn worked closely with the editors and staff particularly in forming official editorial policy this year. This xvas Mr. Glynn's fourth year as Lancer moderator. I II A LANCER STAFF—Standing: Steve Brevig. Jeff Shields. Ed Finklea. Dick 86 This year The Lancer placed special emphasis on two aspects of Knight life: the achievements of individual Bcnilde Red Knights and the political issues oflocal and national importance. While continuing the “Knights’ Comer and “Knight of the Month” Columns honoring specific students, a new feature—“Knight Notes —was added. This listed the accomplishments of several upperclassmen to give them the credit they truly deserved. Perhaps the most controversial section was the editorial page. Firm opinions were registered: by the editors (against student violence, the Nonproliferation Treaty, and George Wallace; for dress codes and a relaxation of academic stress on seniors) and by individual students (on literally everything.) The generally conservative” overtone drew much reaction from the students and provided much copy for the opinion page. National Issues -THAT’S C-O-N-S-E R-V-A-T-I-V-E—WITU AN E' - Editor Greg Joseph dictates copy to Assistant Copy Editor John Jordan. Lewis, Bob Barnett, and Dick Lewis; Seated. Terry Kroeten, and John O 'Leary. Mark English. Sports writer Jeff ( I Agree ) Shields calmly observes the wild proceedings of the Lancer office on 'lay-out' night. 87 21 Seniors Put Copy Editor John O'Lean and Editor Fred Ferron begin considering whether or not to get to work. Editor-at-Large Greg Joseph and Editor Fred Ferron stand guard in front of completed Benilden pages. BENILDEN EDITORS—Seated: Brian Arneson, Fred Ferron, Toni Kretsch, and Dick Lewis. Standing: Mike Miller, Jim Bruzek. John O'Leary, Jim Bofenkamp, Bob Barnett. Denny Clifford. Steve Brevig, Greg Joseph. Mike Cannon, and John Brennan. 88 Together the 1969 Benilde Yearbook BENILDEN STAFF MEMBERS: Mark English, Jeff Shields, Terry Kroeten, Mike Graheh. Ed Fink leu. John Jordan, and Joe Kraeble. Putting together a 170 page book is not easy. All activities and sports must be covered. Deadlines must be met. Pictures have to be taken. Copy has to be written. Coordinating all this. too. is quite a job. But Editor Fred Ferron and moderator. Mr. Thomas O'Reilly, saw that all was completed with a semblance of order and a tone of joviality. The yearbook was delivered in August, in keeping with tradition. In this manner, all spring activities—including sports, council elections, prom, and graduation— can be found in the Benilden. Layout Consultant shows how he earned his title on the yearbook staff. Football Squad Battles to .500 Season Head Coach Bill Marion and assistant Bro. Andrew Jacobson led the varsity this season. 19 Austin Pacelli 7 34 St. Paul Brady 12 39 Winona Cotter 6 BENILDE 19 Rochester Lourdes 25 7 St. Paul Hill Li 13 St. Paul Cretin 32 0 St. Thomas Academy 27 39 St. Agnes (non-conference) 0 7 De La Salle 20 Back Row: L. Laskow, manager, J Stack. M. Burke. L. Kornovich. B Johnson. L. Johnson. T. Geib. J. Stoulil. H. Moore, S. Schmitt, T. Viehman. Second Row: Bro. Andrew, coach; P. Keaveny, D. Wexler. D. Scanlon. P. Scanlon, P. Coleman. M. Gross, H Rohr, B. Ryan. M. Seifert. D. Fraser. M. Walsh, Mr. Marion, coach. Third Row: Af. Dupont, manager; P. Kellogg. J. Timian. J. Janick, S. Bus hey. R. Johns. D. Reiser, J. Arms. L. Nichols, J Borer. D O'Donnell. Front Row: S. Mattaini. M. Gozola, D. Richey. S. Weinand, L Roth. T. Loosbrock. P. Meade. P Hawkins. G. Roth. Co-captains: L. Nichols and P. Meade. 90 Finishes Season Fifth in Conference Junior Pat Scanlon evades last Hill defender on way to lone touchdown against the Pioneers. Versus Cotter Scanlon Scrambles following a broken pass play. Co aptain Pete through the line. Meade blasts 91 Defensive end Hob Moore separates Pacelli player from piyskin. INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS: Rushing name average (yards) B. Johnson 2.5 P. Coleman 5.2 P. Meade 4.15 P. Scanlon .91 D. Fraser 6.75 S. Wienand 2.75 M. Walsh 2.3 K. Reiser 3.0 Scoring name total pts. P. Coleman 48 P. Scanlon 32 D. Scanlon 24 P. Meade 18 D. Fraser 8 R. Moore 6 J. Janick 6 S. Weinand 6 92 TEAM STATISTICS First Downs: Benilde Opponei Rushing 38 71 Passing 17 19 Penalty 7 4 Net Yards: Rushing 975 1373 Passing 793 355 Penalty 258 268 Passes: Attempted 102 111 Completed 47 38 Intercepted 9 11 Fumbles: 20 32 Lost 12 18 Penalties: 37 28 Yards lost 258 268 Score: 177 142 Shawn Weinand, junior running back, charges through Cotter line. With an average of three yards per rush. Shaivn ivas a leading Red Knight runner. 93 VARSITY FOOTBALL SQUAD —Standing: Pete Meade. Co- capt.. Hod Fraser, Pat Scanlon, Pat Coleman. Squating: Jack Stoulil. Jack Stack. Jim Janick. Dan Richey. Co-Capt. Larry Nichols, Mike Burke, and Denny Scanlon. Junior Pat Keavuny yets instructions from coach Bro. Andrew. 94 All-state end Denny Scanlon set to receive a pass in Austin game. ‘B' Squad Gridders Have Winning Season SOPHOMORE FOOTBALL TEAM—Top Row. Mr. Duetz, coach; P. Nolan. T. Johnson. K Crowley, T. Pyzdrowski M. Feyereisen. J. Perlinger, R Eckes. J. Gilligan. K Dineen, Mr. Palrias, coach. Middle Row: W Piekatvzyk, T Krmpotich, J. Enable. J. Linhoff. B Mackie, M. Kalseheur. M. Olson. C. Nelson Bottom Row: P. Ruetz. J McDonough. J. Sayer, T. LeVoir, T. Klanchnik. J Totino. S. Diurr, and J. Blevins. FRESHMAN FOOTBALL TEAM—Top Row: Bro. John, coach; J. Bilcik. D. Poretli. M. Graham. K. Johnson. J Schoenecher. T. Wright, M. Glynn. S. Dvlen, F. Baraher. P. Strait, M. Guillaume. J. Dalsin. Second Row: C. Hile, M Libby. T. Murphy, D. Roy. F. Jordan. M. Gilligan. R. Kaiser. J. Senescall. Third Row: Mr. J. Marton. coach; M Hagan. D. Grossman, G. Bartlett. B. Marton. D Rohr. G. Blevins, J. Hughs. J. Mann. G. Linhoff, D. Averbeck, T Wolfe. G. Sommers. Bottom Row: T. Sayers, G. Olson, P. Salzer, M. Cosentino, G. Creamer. T. Roach. J. Knaehlc. M Christiansen. K. Lavigne. D. Wiegal. and D. Fiedler. 95 Frosh Football Team Has Successful Season Soccer Varsity Takes MISSL, Goes on to VARSITY SOCCER SQUAD—Back Row: D. Keymer. J. Reger. B Brusseau, B. Murphy. P. Qualy. M Samuel son. J. Korab. J McMahon, M. Tobin, Bro. Dismas, coach. Second Row: J. Wheaton, C. Larson, T Kroeten, J. Kormanick, T Weber. T Broback, T. Gilligun. Front Row: J. Battaglia. D. Spa mile. K Kowalsky. 96 Win Mythical State Championship SEASON RECORD 5 0 Minnetonka 9 0 Brady 6 1 Bethany BENILDE 2 0 Blake 1 0 Shattuck 3 1 Cretin 2 0 Breek 3 0 St. Thomas Co-captain Tim Broback scores goal in practice. Senior Vic Marin, from Ecuador, was aU onferenee center both years at Benilde. He scored 15 goals in his position this year. Tom Gilligan. senior at Benilde chases after the hall in the championship game against St Thomas. This game gave the school the title of All State Soccer Champions this fall. 97 98 Junior Keith Kowalskg kicks the hall for another goal. Keith was all-conference for two gears. St. Thomas closes in. John Reger, varsity goalkeeper, discusses strategy with Mr. Quinn. John was named all-conference this year. ‘B’-Squadders Have Winning Soccer Season H SQUAD SOCCER PLAYERS—Front Row: G. Samuelson. J. Fimstahl. J. Cupp. J. Tromiczah J Daren ) Second Ron J Bru P McSwiggrn. j Smilh, „ RocVord. „ ' dRow M Ivan, coach. M Blake. T Hessling, J. Senescul, T. Conroy. J Reger. B Hughes. PP' Bn 99 Cross-Country Varsity Sweeps Conference Title; Red Knight thinclads off to a nament. Benilde took the title as fifteen. Cross ountry captain John Burg with award after close meet. A senior, John was named to the allconference CC squad. 100 VARSITY CROSS-COUNTRY SQUAD—Top Row: R. Dukinfield, R Becker. T. Hennig. D. Carter. M. Peake, Bro. George, coach. Middle Row: J. Richter, D. Flake, K. Graham. M. Frenz, M. Pyzdrowski, P. Dellmore. Bottom Row: J. Burg. T. Stringer. J. Aulwes, M. Flynn, C. McCullum. B. Racette, J. Flynn. Runs to Private School State Championship good start at the '68 State Private Tour-six of the seven men placed in the top The Benilde B' Squad Cross Country Team comprised of underclassmen who paced the group to success. Senior Bob Barnett helps Joe Aulwes and Mike Flynn after a close Knight finish. In what proved to be a highly successful fall sports campaign, the cross-country squad captured the conference and Private State Titles. Brother Georges harriers, led by id 1-conference picks Brian Racette, Dave McCullum. Mike Flynn, Joe Aulwes. Joe Flynn, and John Burg, literally ran away with the State title. Winning with a 56 point total, the runner-up school was 46 tallies behind. Joe Aulwes gets set for the State Tournament in late October. Joe was named to the all-CCC cross ountry squad. 101 Homecoming Spirit Remains “High” Despite Hill punts out of trouble in Benilde homecoming gome on October 4. The pioneers won the contest despite a valiant Knight effort in the second half Hose Cor rick, h o m e r o o in 147‘s candidate Carol Jacob, h o m e r o o m I37's candidate Liz Moore. Varsity Club Queen Debbie Krantz. homeroom I49's candidate Mary Ann Kel-tar. homeroom I39's candidate M ary Turn-burg, homeroom 148 s candidate Mary B o b e r. h o m e r o o in 138's candidate Sara Senescall. student council candidate HOMEROOM 147S FLOAT: Fanny Maanen. Greg Joseph. Terry Kroeten. Jim Bofenkamp. John Jordan. Football Coach Marton addresses students in pep assembly preceding the homecoming game. 102 Football Squad’s Loss to Hill—13-7 Hill Riders Bob Mikulay. Mike Van Mike Cannon. Steve Brevig (hidden). Homecoming 68 began Wednesday. October 2 with the seniors voting for the queen. Each candidate presented a speech between two and three minutes explaining why she was a candidate. At 8.15 that evening a 50-cent soc-hop. sponsored by the student council, began. The Grasshoppers provided the music. A pep assembly was staged during seventh period on the day of the game. The cheerleaders, football captains. and Mr. Marton were the coordinators. Before the game, a parde of floats and cars encircled the field. The best in each class was awarded fifteen dollars. At that point the queen candidates and escorts were introduced to the crowd. Then the game began. Although close, the Pioneers of Hill were victorious 13-7. Julie Doncaster of St. Margaret's Academy is crowned Homecoming queen by Barb Haymaker amidst the splendor and pageantry of Homecoming festivities. Rob Moore, Rita Rochford, Dick Lewis, and Molly Gleason talk together during Homecoming Dance. Senior Fred Ferron and Vicki Anderson enjoy Mystic music at Homecoming dance. The Benilde Student Council is a service organization. The object of its service is the Red Knight student Ixxly. During the fall alone it was engaged in several projects: Freshman Welcome Night. Scholarship Information Night. Mission Clothing Drive, and Homecoming activities and the Red Knight's Ball. Student Council President Jim Kodadek addresses a Student Council assembly early in the fall. Tripartite, Clothing Drive Involve Council Workers 104 Senior delegate Jim Bofenkamp. homeroom 147. takes a bow at the Scholarship Information Night on December 3. in Autumn Denny Clifford and Bob Barnett pack clothes for shipment to Appalachia. They chaired Bcnilde's participation in the Teen Corps Civic Project. 105 Debaters Rebuild in Unsuccessful Season This years debate team had a slow season, but the squad, comprised mainly of underclassmen, gained quite a bit of experience. The first team comprised of Larry Fish. Paul McHugh, Andy LePeau, and Mark English, debated at several tournaments, including the State Catholic Tournament. Student Congresses also usurped a substantial amount of time. At these, students from several schools participate in mock sessions of the Senate and House of Representatives. SENIOR DEBATERS More Renner. Don Longpre, Mark English. Terry Kroeten. SHIELD CLUB DEBAIERS: More Renner. Raul Me- Holeiva. Andy LePeau, Gary Welter, and Don Longpre. Hugh. Mark English, Larry Greene, Greg Olson, John 106 BENII.DE'S HIGH SCHOOL BOWL TEAM Mark English. Captain Steve LeRoy. Larry Greene, and Paul McHugh. WE WON! Benilde retired undefeated in the KSTP-TV I ligh School Bowl contest by winning three consecutive games. The programs were shown on three successive Saturdays beginning November 30. 1968. This was the first time in Benilde's history that it competed in the Bowl. The team defeated 1 fill 255-85. Southwest 190-70, and St. Paul Park 200-140. Three wins is the maximum for any school. Team members were: Capt. Steve LeRoy. Mark English, Larry Greene, and Paul McHugh. Andy LePeau was the alternate. 107 High School Bowl coaches Mr. Ryan (left) and Bro. Albert. ■ Out of State Tour, Winter and Spring Director Bro. Jeffrey addressed audience at ’■ Winter Concert.” Soloists Denny Galvin and Pat Bednarz perform before 350 people. GLEE CLUB OFFICERS—Standing: Music Librarian Pat Coleman. Vice-President Mark Hirschey. Moderator Bro. Jeffrey. President Denny Galvin. Tux Custodian Tim Corcoran. Sitting: Treasurer Tom Geib. Tux Custodian Steve Mock. Secretary Bob Mikulay, and Music Librarian Torn Link. FIRST TENORS: Jeff Battaglia. Dan Del-more. Greg Hull. John Kilpatrick. Greg Kaminsky. Tom Lazvtess. Fred Link. Earle Luikens. Ed Marben, Drew Rush. John Walsh. Tom Gacek. SECOND TENORS: Pat Bednarz. Terry Cook. Bob Cramer. Paul Del-more. Dick Deziel. Pat Byrne. Steve Dolan. Tom Frank. Pete Frenz. Mike Hall. Tony Keller. Joe Knablc, Terry Kroeten. Tom McDaniel. Bobby Mikulay. Steve Mock. Mike Mullin. Steve Noll. Steve Prosen. Britt Rinehart. Leo Schultz. Dan Wexler, and Jim Suddendorf. no Concerts Highlight Notable Glee Club Season It was a truly momentous year for the Glee Club. To promote better relations between Benilde and the area grade schools, the Club organized a public relations troupe of 21 of its members. Under the direction of Bro. Jeff, Mr. Ek. and Mr. Crowley, the troupe visited 25 area elementary schools. “A Winter Concert was presented January 28. after a two-week delay due to poor weather. The public relations troupe sang, as did the entire Glee Club and Regina's chorus. Denny Galvin and Pat Bednarz sang solos. Directors Bro. Jeffrey and Mr. Janezich chaperoned a two-day tour of Wisconsin on April 1 and 2. The club presented two performances in Stevens Point. On May 3 and 4. the Glee Club presented its Spring Concert with the school band, the St. Margaret’s Glee Club and the La Salle High School Band. Colorful posters publicized the Glee Club Spring Concert for weeks before the “big weekend. ’ FIRST BASSES: Donn Bania, Dine Camp-Iwll, Steve Caldwell. Tim Corcoran. Dan Cannon. Joe Flynn. Mark Frenz. John Fren-zel, Denny Galvin. Mike Hafich, Richard Johnston. John McDonough. Cort Martin. Mike Mikulay. Mark Philips. Tim Kelly. Steve Janas. Tim Dess. Tom Larson. Dave Rockwell. Tom Rockford. Jay Totino. Rod Pearson. SECOND BASSES: Joe Brusseau, Pat Campbell. Dean Dolan. Rick English. Jim Geib. Tom Geib. Mark Hirschey. Stan Hoff. Kan Knowland, Richard Kock. Bill Meyer. Jim Mullin. Dave Novotny. John Reger. Bob Schafer. Kev Tonskeeper. Pat Coleman. Brian Belanger, Mike Wheeler, Tom Viehman. The Glee Club Public Relations Troupe performs for the “Winter Con cert audience in late January. Ill Glee Club singers perform in “A Winter Concert on January 28. The concert consisted of choral arrangements presented by the Benilde and Regina Glee Clubs. BAND MEMBERS: J. Carr M. Duffy M. Aubart T. Veihman J. Bruzek M. Anderson P. Bvme T. Waisien T. Powers D. Johnson J. Beltrand T. Ventura J. Suss T. Sayer T. McDancil T. Carr K. Duffy M. Velasquez P. Krmptich R. McKuen T. Beck B. Braun W. McCarson D Kaiser J. Japs M. Markos T. Markos 112 Brother Jeffrey congratulates Dick Lewis after final performance of the Glee Club Public Relations Troupe. Dick served as master of ceremonies of the program which was presented to most of the area Catholic grade schools. Glee Club moderator director Brother Jeffrey conducts the band in the school song. The public relations troupe sings to Pat Janas of St. Margaret's in “A Winter Concert.” 113 Cagers Ride Roughshod Over Brady Broncos to 114 VARSITY BASKETBALL SQUAD: John Ruff. Jim Benda. Mike Seiwert. John Reger. Rob Moore. Bill Manning. Tom Viehmann. Greg Smock. Gary Wolfe. Tim Mueller. Pat Coleman and Keith Koualsky. Center: Mgr. Lurry Greene. Win Region One Title and Tournament Berth Jim Benda watches teammate Pat Coleman, an all-tournament pick, pump in two quick points. In the Region One championship game, Be-nilde faced the Brady Broncos. The Red Knight cagers definitely outclassed Brady and rode roughshod over the St. Paul Broncos. Junior John Reger led Knight scorers with twenty-four points as Benilde won 75-43. Brady could score no more than twelve points in any one quarter. Benilde faced Faribault Bethlehem in the first game of the State Catholic Tournament. From the very start, it was clear that the Red Knights had the edge. Pat Coleman led the team to a 66-51 victory, scoring twenty-three himself. In the semifinals, Benilde squared off against Austin Pacelli. After an even first half, the Knight cagers bolted out to an eight-point lead in the third quarter. The squad could score only one field goal in the final period, but John Reger pumped in seven free throws to give Benilde a two-point victory. 60-58. All-tournament selection Bill Manning reaches for jump 116 Senior Hill Manning, named to the all-tournament team fur the second straight gear, guards opponent in early tourney game. Head coach Mr. Ha ben and assistant coach Mr. Ek watch the squad going through drills before the first tournament game. ball in Regional championship game against Brady. For the first lime in four years, the Benilde Red Knights advanced to the state championship game. Their opponents—the St. Cloud Crusaders. St. Cloud had been the pre-tournament favorite. The squad had just trounced St. Thomas in the other semifinal game. Benilde held the lead for only a few minutes; then the Crusaders look control of the game. Dominating the boards, St. Cloud took advantage of Red Knight mistakes and held a 30-24 edge at the half. The second half was all St. Cloud's; their third quarter domination provided the margin for victory. Final score: St. Cloud 64. Benilde 47. The Red Knights placed three men on the all-tournament team—more than any other team. Bill Manning. John Reger and Pat Coleman were all elected to the squad. Among them, they accounted for 122 of Bcnilde's 173 points. 117 B-E-N-l-L-D-E...........Red Knight supporters at state tournament show ew th usiasm. Junior Pat Coleman takes aim in Pacelli game, the semifinal match. Varsity Cagers Have Best Record in 3 Years UlnfcbiiAi SEASON RECORD 77 Golden Valley 59 50 Pacelli 42 52 De La Salle 27 70 Hill 52 26 Winona 47 54 Brady 40 42 Cretin 40 47 St. Thomas 63 BENILDE 54 Lourdes 45 57 Golden Valley 47 . 66 Pacelli 61 50 De La Salle 43 64 Hill • 57 38 Winona 47 57 Brady 50 68 Cretin 44 55 Rochester 45 39 St. Thomas 38 75 Brady 43 Senior Rob Moore goes up for a basket against Cathedral. 118 B Squad, Frosh Have Winning Seasons B SQUAD BASKETBALL TEAM: Joe Tromiczak, Greg Samuelson. Jim Fox. Bob Pyzdroxvski. Tim Goblirsch. Daryl Brengman, Pat Campbell. Dick Jones, Mike Feyereisen. Cam McRostie, Bob Pink. Tony Higgins. Jim Reger. Tom lies-sling, and John Flick. (Center) Mgrs. Tim O 'Malley and Bill Disch. RECORD. 11-7 FRESHMAN BASKL 1 BALL IEAM—'lop Row: Dave Lambert, Chuck Jewett. Greg Sommers, Pete Fretiz, Steve Dolan. Middle row: Mike Faschtng, Rick Moore. Mark Guillaume. Paul Strait. Mark Gilligan. Bottom Row: Mark Graham, John Kennefuk. Gary Bartlett. Greg Blevins. Mike Egan. RECORD. 9-5. Coaches. I. Mr. Richard Janezich, R Mr. Jerry Kondrak. Individuals Stand Out As Baskets Roll in 119 Pucksters Take Conference Title, Rise to Head Coach Mr. St. Martin and moderator tiro. John who led the hockey team to the CCC Crown. VARSITY HOCKEY TEAM—Front Row: J. Gilligan. T. Vic It, J. Wheaton. T. O'Brien. B Herber. Back Row: K Crouley. M. Seifert. M. Tobin. P. Scanlon. S. Viligski, St. Martin. 120 Senior Joe Wheaton breaks out of the defending zone against Hill, as defensemen Mike Tobin and Bob Murphy and goalie Curt Elsen look on. Fifth in State Catholic Tournament in Duluth Gilligan. J. Mulvehill, J. Boeser. C. Elsen, L. Korno-liro. John. J. Stoddart—Mgr., T. Broback. B. Murphy, R. Nistler. P. Quuly. T. Sullivan. T. Miller—Mgr.. Mr. All-CCC skaters Joe Wheaton, left, and Mike Tobin, at right, with Coach St. Martin. Senior Tim Broback moves in to steal the puck in the last game of the regular season against Hill. Player Con . Pis ■ Non-Conf. Its. Tournament Total Its. Penalties G. Att. G. Alt. G. Att. Wheaton 9 10 6 5 0 2 32 4 Broback 9 4 5 9 1 1 29 4 O Brlcn 8 7 3 2 1 1 22 2 Murphy 5 8 2 0 1 0 16 IS Scanlon 9 2 1 2 1 0 IS 1 Boeser 3 8 1 2 0 3 17 5 T .CtlliKun 4 3 3 0 1 3 14 7 Tobin 5 2 1 1 1 0 10 13 Sullivan 5 1 0 2 2 0 10 3 J .CilliKan 1 1 1 2 0 0 5 6 Quuly 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 2 Vilipskl 1 3 0 0 1 1 6 5 Croulcy 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 1 Mulvehill 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 Berber 1 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 Nistler 0 0 1 1 0 1 3 4 Seifert 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 Goalies Goals Tot ccc Overall Goal Against Stops Avg. Avg. Against Avg. Elsen 31 282 .908 .831 2.33 Kornivich 1 1 .000 .500 1.00 121 The hockey team finished out the 1968-69 season winning the consolation championship in the State Catholic Hockey Tournament in Duluth. The team closed its regular season by winning the Central Catholic Conference championship when they polished off St. Thomas and Hill in the final two games of the season. The Red Knights ended with a conference mark of 13-1. This was the first hockey championship in the school's history. Tom Gilligan (left) sends a pass to Steve Vilipski as they move towards the opponent's goal. Tim Broback sets to pass to Joe Wheaton on the right as Tom O'Brien starts up the left side. Goalie Curt Elsen stretches to save shot by De La Salle as Red Knights Joe Wheaton fiefI). Bob Murphy, and Tim Broback converge on the net The opening game of the State Tournament ended the team's chance at the championship. Ctookston Cathedral upset the Red Knights 3-1. The team came back the next day to post a decisive 5-1 victory over St. Bernards. Benilde captured the consolation championsnip with a 4-3 overtime win over Cretin. Curt Elsen. Joe W heaton, Tim Broback, Bob Murphy, and Mike Tobin all received all-conference honors for their play this year. Tom O'Brien, Jeff Boeser, and Pat Scanlon were all given honorable mention. Joe Wheaton was the only Red Knight to be named to the all-tournament team. 122 Goalie Pete Hanson reaches to block pack. Bro. John. Capts. Steve Deurr. and John Suss, Mr. Greg Shields. B Squadders Win with 10-3-1 Record B SQUAD HOCKEY TEAM—Kneeling: M. Gilligun, D. Dekarski. S. Trebisovsky, P. Hanson. M. Christianson. D. Grossman. D. Averbeck. S. Deurr. Standing: Coach Br. John T. Wolfe. R. Fier. J. Suss, G. Turgeon, T. Forster. S. Janas. R. Bettenburg. J. Cassady. G. Scanlon. J. Senescall.J. Harvey, asst, coach Mr. Shields. 123 Grapplers Finish Second in Regional Meet 1968-1969 VARSITY WRESTLING SQUAD—Standing: Brad Mason, John Pallanch, Dan Reiser, John Vilipski, Kevin O'Halloran. Bro. Richard (Coach). Kneeling: Jerry Timian. Tim Dess. Kirk Lau, Tom McConville. Tony Miller, and Dan Welch. 124 The Benilde wrestling team closed its season in third place in the Central Catholic Conference, under the direction of Bro. Richard and leadership of Captain Kirk Lau. The grapplers entered the Regional Meet confident, and finished in second place. Juniors Dan Reiser, John Vilipski, and Tony Miller all placed first in their divisions. Senior Kirk Lau, juniors Jerry Timian and Tom McConvill and sophomore Dan Welch each finished second. In the state meet, however, the Red Knights faltered. The lone Red Knight to escape losing his first meet was junior Dan Reiser at 165 lbs. He finished fourth in the state. This Red Knight symbolizes the determination and excellence shown by Benilde throughout the entire season. The whole team, as they strove to pin their opponents, gave one-hundred per cent every meet. This match shows the Red Knights on top again. Senior Kirk Lau, Captain of the wrestling squad this year, has enjoyed four successful years of inter-scholastic grappling. When a sophomore, he placed third in the state at 103 tbs. Last year, he again placed in the top seven—at 112 lbs. Sophomore Dan Welch topples opponent en route to a second place regional finish. At 95 lbs., Dan is looking forward to two more years of wrestling. ' 125 Junior John Vilipski tumbles in state tournament in St. Cloud. Dan Keiser reaches for a better hold on road to placing fourth in the state. Dan Keiser gets ready for the pin at the state tournament. This was a year of rebuilding for the wrestlers. Several lettermen will return next year, including many who will have had state tournament experience. Bro. Richard, the head coach, also has had a year in which to determine the strengths and weaknesses of his squad. 126 Dan Welch maneuvers in second-period action. B SQUAD WRESTLING TEAM—Top Row: Jim Gatz, Dave Pederson. Frank Jordan. Jim Sayer. Matt Blake. Jim Dal-sin. George Hughes. Bottom Row: Brian English. Paul Raetz. John Kilkelly. Gerry Henk, R E. Holden. John McDonough. Tom Carr.Jer Dolenzal. Fred Ventura. Coach: Bro. George. B Squad Grapplers Gain Valuable Experience John McDonough. R. E. Holden, and Frank Jordon 127 Swimmers Splash Through “Rebuilding” Season; The swimmers, under the direction of Mr. _ayton, managed to capture only one victory dur-ng the season, but many individuals distinguished hemselves at the state meet in February. Mike Beddor, Benilde’s diver, took a third )lace in his heat. Mark Andresen, Greg Meehan, and Mike Duffy each placed in his heat of the 200 yard freestyle. Joe Aulwes, the team captain, placed second n both the 50-yard and 100-vard free-style heals. Brad Hubert and Dave Morley placed in the 30-yard free-style heats, while Mark Andresen and Dreg Meehan placed in the 100-yard free-style leats. Tom Stewart. Dave Morley and Paul Myers placed in the 100-yard butterfly. Andy Darling, Mike Duffy, Phil Ochs, Tom Daughan, and the 400-yard free-style relay team placed in the respective heats. But in the finals, only two men placed. Tom Stewart finished first in the 100-yard butterfly, md Mike Duffy placed third in the 400-yard freestyle. Mike Beddor, Benilde s only diver, consistently added points to t te Bed Knight team total during the regulation season. 128 Stewart, Duffy Place High in Private State VARSITY SWIMMING SQUAD—Front Row: G. Olsen, R Johnston. B McKeown. D. Schnider, G. Brassil. T. Kelly, J Murphy. T St mart. M Morley. Second Row: K. Duffy. M. Philips. J. Frenzel, D. Morley, F. Anderson. D. Fiedler. M. Beddor. M. Andresen. M Duffy. J. Liberko. Third Row: T. Loosbruck. P. Ochs. P. Meyers. B Halbert, J. Aul• Wes. G. Meehan. A Darling. J Guughan. B. Ganglehoff. Captain Joe Auluxs practices for competition in the SO and 100-yard free-styles. TOP RED KNIGHT SWIMMERS: Tom Stewart. Joe Aulwes. Andy Darling, and Mike Duffy. 129 CHEERLEADERS Back Row: Denny Clifford. Bob Burnett. Moderator Bro. Jeffrey.Jim Kodadek. and Ed Finklea. Front Row: Dick Lewis. Kevin Klucas, Tom Tremmel, and Brian Beddor. Bill Manning calls out a cheer to seniors in iMisketball pep assembly. Cheerleaders Spur Teams to Victory Bob Barnett uses the infamous Benilde drum during state Basketball tournament. One of the most important things to any athletic squad's success is student support. Urging Red Knights to enthusiastic cheers this year were nine seniors: Denny Clifford. Bob Barnett. Dick Lewis. Ld Finklea, Brian Beddor. Tom Tremmel, Kevin Klucas, Jim Kodadek, and Bill Manning. They were present and cheering at most of the sport contests of the three athletic seasons plus attending all state tournaments in which Red Knights participated. Brian Beddor goes over the top of the pyramid in football game against Pacelli. VARSITY CLUB MEMBERS—From Row: Brian Racette. John Viltpski. Dave Spandte. Dave O'Connell. Rick Nordstrom. Mike Seiwert, Pat Coleman. Jim Janick, Steve Bushey. Shaun Weinand. Joe Margaret. Tom Stringer. Dave McCullum. Second Row: Tom Klanchnick. Tim McConville. Jernj Timian. Lloyd H age mo. Curt Elsen, John Koehnen. Tom O'Brien. Lee Sheehan, Bill Myers, Mike Seifert, Jim McGovern. Boh Johnson. Third Row. Denny Scanlon. Tim Broback. Greg Smock. Pete Qualy. Mike Samuelson, John Ruff. Jim Anns. Dan Reiser. Tony Mdler. John Reger. Joe Brusseau. Dave Keymer. Fourth Row: Larry Nichols. Mike Tobin. Leo Burke, Chuck Larson, Rick Johns, Tom Henning, Mike Gros. Keith Kowalsky, Mike Duffy. Bruce Battaglia, Paul McHugh. Dick Mdler. Fifth Row: Jim Borer, Dave Novotny. Ron Hammer. Kevin O'Halloran, Mike Flynn. John Burg. Andy Darling. Brian Beddor. Kevin Croutey, Jerry Gilligan, Fey-eriesen. Bill Herher, Max Gaughan, Joe McMahon. Steve Schmidt, Tom Sullivan. Tom Viehmann. Joe Aulwes. Rick Walch, and Tom Weber. Senior Jack Stack escorts Varsity Club Queen Patty Dorn of Robbinsdule High. Varsity Club President Joe Aulwes talks with Track Co-Captain Rick Walch. Lettermen Active in Knight Varsity Club 131 Council Keeps Busy During Winter Months with Red Knights Dick Lewis and Boh Barnett (center) help distribute food at the Inter-City student council's Pancake Breakfast on January 12. Benilde is Chairman of the Inter-City council. Treasurer Tom Dolphin and Commissioner of Student Activities Lonnie Johnson report to the General Assembly on Scholarship Information Night, December 3. 132 Poor Children’s Christmas Party, Pancake Breakfast The student council's activities during the winter months were as strenuous as those of any other school activity. This was the time for the Christmas Party for Underpriviliged Children (run by John Pallanch). Red Knights' Ball (under the direction of Kevin Klucas), the Pancake Breakfast, and the Inter-City Talent Show, which Benilde won. Commissioner of Publications Larry Larson works on poster-strips publicizing the State Hockey Tournament in Duluth, February 14. 133 1969 RED KNIGHTS BALL PRINCESS AND COURT: Debbie Morris. John Reger. Kedgy Phillips. Fred Betlach. Cathy Van Krevlen. Mike Seiwert. Princess Mary Jellison. Pat Coleman, Bill Deppa. Kathy Sullivan. Lonnie Johnson. Rosie Nunberg. Hou-ie Herzog. Roxanne Komomua, Murk Sheehan. Anne Farrel. Semester Break Shone with Red Knights’ Dancers enjoy the sounds of the Delcounts at the Bull. 134 Ball, Winter Wonder Days, Spirit Week Red Knights' Ball was held for the seventh consecutive year on Saturday. January 25. The music for the dance was provided by the Delcounts who played such favorites as “Show Me . “More Love and “Get Ready. The Master of ceremonies for the evening was senior Tim Lamb. The parents of the princess candidates were invited to attend the dance as chaperones. Members of the freshman class operated the coke bar and served as pages. This year's princess candidates were: Anne Parrel and Kathy Sullivan of Holy Angels. Debbie Morris and Rosie Nunberg of Regina. Cathy Van Krcvelen and Roxanne Komomua of St. Anthony of Padua, and Kedgy Phillips and Mary Jellison of St. Margaret's. Mary was chosen the Ball Princess. Diane Donahue crowns Mary Jellison as emcee Tim Lumb, Pat Coleman. Debbie Morris. John Reger look on. 135 Second Annual Spirit Week Successful at Raising Al Hauer, (center), defeats John O'Leary (right) in a preliminary match on the nay to the school arm-wrestling title. Tim Lamb sewed as referee. February 3-7 was probably the most interesting week of the school year. The second annual Spirit Week at B c n i 1 d e was largely successful at promoting school spirit and involving nearly all the student body. Monday was Freshman Dress Day. Armwrestling eliminations were held du ri ng advisory periods. Tuesday, rooms from all four classes fielded teams to play the faculty in volleyball. The juniors won their game by nine points, and the seniors won by twenty-nine. Tug-of-war champions were named. Wednesday was Sophomore Dress Day. ft was climaxed by the Spirit Week Soc-hop. Thursday, Junior Dress Day, was Awards Day. The Kevin Le-rach Grand Memorial T real Award went to the Senior Class. Friday, Senior Dress Day, climaxed in the hockey contest against Hill, and the basketball game against Bradv. (We won both.) Seniors Chris Fahey. Steve LeRoy, Larry Nichols, Steve Schmidt. Jim Me ski. Bob Johnson. Dave Novotny, and others compete in the senior-faculty iors pulled off a decivk victory. Senior Joe McMahon slams the volleyball over to the faculty side in the senior-faculty contest, which the seniors uon by twenty-nine points. Red Knight School Spirit The Brass Tax perform at the Spirit Week Soc-hop on February 3. The Varsity Club queen teas named, and the Ugly Men were judged. Jim McGovern goes up for a shot in the senior-faculty b a s k e t b a 11 game; the faculty won by two points. Govern. Steve Vilip-tuy-of-war. The sen• Tim Lamb announces that Tim Grosscup has been named Ugly Man for '69. Utirry Beaton (Dean Dolan) stem!,, reprimands Jean Mac Loren (Sue Yarbourgh of St. Margaret's). Jr,in MacLaren (Sue Yarbourgh) and Charlie Dalrymple (Pat Bednarz) dance on the day of their wedding outside the Kird of Brigadoon. CAST Tommy Albright . Denny Galvin Jeff Douglas . . . John Pallanch Fiona MacLaren . . Sue Casserly Jean MacLaren . Sue Yarbourgh Andrew MacLaren . Bob Mikulay Archie Beaton . Jim Bofenkamp Charlie Dalrymple . Pat Bednarz Stuart Dalrymple . . . Tim Dess Meg Brockie . . . Colleen Wold Angus MacGuffie . . . Phil Ochs Jane Ashton . . Charlotte Roddy Frank...........Paul Delmore Mr. Lundie .... Mike Cannon Director—Mr. Robert Mooney Music Director—Brother Jeffrey 138 Drama Club Presented “Brigadoon to 1600 39 Jeff Douglas (John Pallanch) tries to convince Meg Brockie (Colleen Wold) that he really docs want to go to sleep. Mothers’ Club Bazaar and Fathers’ Brother Benedict, head of the Mothers' Club, discusses upcoming events with two members. The officers of the 1969 Mothers' Club meet in the library. Club Pancake Breakfast Highlight Year As in past years, the Benilde Fathers and Mothers’ Clubs were again very active. Such things as the pancake breakfast, sponsored by the Fathers’ Club. and the Mothers’ Club Bazaar, proved to be great successes. Cafeteria alive with Fathers' club enthusiasm. Brother Benedict patiently listens to woman at the pancake breakfast. Congressman Clark MacGregor and Senator Walter Mondale address students at Council Workshop April 19. Representative from the Peace Corps speaks to delegates in North A-V room. Workshop Centers on Contemporary Issues 144 Two Young Citizens for Educational Freedom talk about their organization. Council Elections Held in Early May Committee Coordinator Neil Tremb-ley works at his job before elections. President Jim Kodadek introduces candidates on May 2. Student Council elections were held on May 2, 1969. In general, they were conducted in a low-key fashion unlike the hyperactive pace of the past. The winners: President—Lonnie Johnson; 1st Vice-President—Larry Larson; 2nd Vice-President—Rod Fraser; Secretary—Joe Flynn; Treasurer—Bruce Battaglia; Commissioner of Academic Affairs—Don Flake; Comm, of Freshman Activities— Kevin Graham; Comm, of Student Activities—Bob Dwyer; Committee Coordinator—Larrv Fish; Comm, of Publications—Brian Teeter. Three successful candidates address student Itody immediately preceding elections: at lef . Brian Teeter. center. Larry Fish. at right. Kevin Graham. 1969 Knight Baseball: A New Type of Squ Varsity Baseball Coach. Athletic Director Don Quinn, urges team to victory over De. Senior Pitcher John Koehnen hurls to Catcher Joe Mc Mahon (past Cretin hatter). VARSI1Y BASEBALL TEAM—Sitting: Pat Coleman. Joe McMahon. Dick Koch. John Koehnen. Denny Scanlon. Dick Nordstrom. Gary Scanlon. Mark O'Malley. Kevin Crouley. Standing: Brian Arneson (Mgr.). Mike Tobin. Mark Strait. A Bauer. Mike Seifert. Coach Mr. Don Quinn. John Reger. Bill Deppa. Pat Scanlon. Tom Mieziva. Mark Walsh. Dick Gramling (Mgr.). A Young Team with Much Experience Joe McMahon takes a cautious lead off first after hit in Cretin l“,n The 1969 Benilde Baseball Team opened the season with a new look. In the starting nine, there were four juniors; several valuable reserves were also underclassmen. Although primarily a young team, there was not a lack of experience. The Scanlon brothers. Denny and Pat, both had been on the all-CCC baseball team for the past two years. A good number of lettermen also returned. In the first game of the season, the Red Knights tied Bloomington Kennedy. This well prepared them for the first conference meet against De La Salle, which they won 12-5. From this, the Sackers went on to defeat St. Agnes. Brady. St. Bernard's, and Mill and a berth in the Regional contests. The Knights won both regional games—first defeating St. Agnes and then downing Brady. In the State Tournament, Benilde placed third, with Denny and Pat Scanlon both named to the all-state team. 147 Infielder Mark Walsh scoops a grounder at second Ixise during a practice session before the State Tournament. ■ Denny Scanlon rounds the bases with another home-run in late season conference meet. Denny was selceted to be on both the All-Conference and All-State teams. Sackers Finish in 3rd Place in Conference Win Regionals; Place 3rd in State Tourney 148 Another member of the All-CCC and All-State squads. Pat Scanlon, belts a double to right in pre-State Tournament play. Senior star, Mike Tobin, cheeks swing just in time on an outside pitch from St. Thomas hurler. , - - v. « % - 4. t. • W3c-r Denny Scanlon lays dozen a bunt along the third base line. “B” Squad Baseball Battles to 4-4 Record B SQUAD BASEBALL TEAM—Kneeling: C. Pattock, J. Mandile, M. Schlink. T. Wolfe, J. Tromiczak, J. Knueble, J. Harzey. Standing: M. Gilligan, J. Cassidy, C. Hughes, T. Higgins, R Bettenburg, J. Perlinger, M. Feyereisen, 7' Forester, J. Boesser, M. Deken, Coach Dich Wright (of the Class of ’68). 149 School record-setter Rick Walch vaults over 11 6 in early conference meet. With only one conference loss this season the varsity Track squad placed second in the Central Catholic Conference. Losing the first meet to St. Paul's Cretin, the Red Knights won every successive contest, including a non-conference match against Shattuck. The State Private Meet, held in Rochester May 23. was a disappointment for the Red Knight Thinclads. Senior Rob Moore, top 440-yd. runner and a member of the mile relay team, was injured and couldn't make the trip. Nonetheless, the squad placed sixth, with Brian Racette taking the only Knight first in the half-mile. Rick Walch placed third in the pole-vault setting a new school record at 12'3 . Joe Aulwes broke another school record running a 10:19 in the two-mile. After the season's close, four members of the varsity track team received trophies for the best performances in the conference in their respective events. They were: Jim McGovern, in the high hurdles; Brian Racette in the half-mile; Rick Walch in the pole vault; and Dave McCullum in the 220-yd. dash. Varsity Track VARSITY TRACK TEAM—Front Row: T. Hennig, T. Loosbrock, G. Otto. M. English, D. McCullum, J. Totino, D. Spandle, J. Anns, R. McCullum, J. Brusseau, and M. Flynn. Second Row: Walt Piesarszyk, J. Dal sin, G. Smith, T. Kroeten, M. Frenz, S. Mundy. B. Kramer. K. Sauter, B. Roth, 1 Kellogg. D. Keiser. J. Korab. and B. Racette. Third Row: J. Burg, J. Flynn, T. Stringer. M. Dukinfield, S. Vilipski, J. McGovern, F. Betlach, K. Graham, R. Moore, G. Jenson. R. Johns. R. Walch. J. Aulues. J. Richter. B. Becker. M■ Duffy, C. Dierck. t50 Junior Kevin Sauter hurdles to a first in non-conference meet against Shat-tuck. High-hurdler Jim McGovern jumps to another meet victory in contest with Cretin. Squad Places Second in CCC Two-miler Joe Aulwes sprints to victory over St. Thomas foe. 151 Varsity long-jumper Tim Loosbruck takes a first in conference meet against St. Thomas .Academy. Rick McCullum dashes to a first in the 100 against Hill foe. Rick ulso finished high throughout the year in the 220-yd. dash. Senior Dick Lewis jumps to a high finish in home contest against Shattuck. SOPHOMORE MEMBERS OF MB SQUAD TRACK—Seated: J. Blevins. J. Totino. T LeVoir. D Welch. T Ferrara. T Larson. M. Buchanan. D. Know land. Kneeling: J. Liberko, R. Pherson. C■ McRostie, L. Fish. J. Sherburne, M. Hall. F. Brusseau, D. Wcstlin. G. Cap. J. Peschhin. Standing: M. Christianson. Mgr., P. Campbell. J. Ganglehoff. D. Dumas, B. Pyzdrou'ski. D. Snyder. T. Keller. T. Holden. J. Henk, J. Reger, T. Henry. Af. HafU h, D. Deveny, B. Rinehart. B. Dwyer, S. Lazer. B” Squad Track Team Undefeated FROSH MEMBERS OF B TRACK—First Row: F. Ventura, P Christenson. M. Lucour, E. Holden. D.• Jenson. G. Hull. T. Snyder. T. Linn than, J. Vilipski. Second Row: P. Krmpotich. B. Mart on, C. Hile. P. Frenz. K. Johnson. R Fier. G. Blevins, T. Fash ant. J. Suss. T. Sayer. Back Row: M Gilligan, M. Giulaumc, J Dalsin. D. Fiedler. M. Fashing. M Graham, S. Dola. M. Glen, R. Mendenhall. M. Whelan, T. Lawless, G. Olson, S. Noll. C. Jewitt, G. Turgeon. 153 rENNIS TEAM—Hack Row: Don Flake. Steve Newell. Steve Hedlund. Tom MacDonald. Tim Mueller. Back Row: Dick Miller. Mike Gleeson, Tom Kretsch, Al Kerber.Joe Wagener. and Eric Grismer. Tennis Team Places Second in CCC Tennis team coach Mr. Ryan and squad captain. Junior Tim Mueller. Senior Tom Kretsch bends low for return in doubles match with teammate Tom MacDonald. 154 Senior golfer Bob Timpane tees off in practice round at Slinnikhada. Golf coach Mr. Kondrak relaxes from his extracurricular duties. Seniors Dominate Successful Golf Squad 1969 BEN1LOE GOLF TEAM—First Row: Stilt' LeRoy, Tom Weber, John Stoddart. Bob Timpane. Stan Hoff. Second Row: Mark Sheehan. Mike Urbanec, Gary Bartlett. Tom Young, and Gary Dahl. 155 Senior Dan Dixon talks with Dick and Mike Gohr and dates. Jim Richter and dates enjoy festivities of Junior-Senior Prom May 16. “Dock in the Bay” Theme Transforms Great Hall for Jr.-Sr. Prom Light tower set in gym was the center of activity during Prom. The Benilde Prom look place on Friday, May 16. Two hundred Red Knights brought their dates to the Great Hall, where they danced to the music of the Underbeats. The Great Hall took on a Mediterranean look in keeping with the theme— Dock in the Bay.” Couples relax for a moment in the cafeteria. Couple relaxes near light tower in Great Hall and enjoys the intimate aspects of Prom. 157 Seniors enter into Great Hall as final graduation ceremonies Ih'-gin. High school has officially ended for the Class of 1969. The graduation ceremonies began on Monday, June 2, with the Baccalaureate Mass at the Church of St. John’s in Hopkins. Immediately following the Mass was the Mother-Son Graduation Breakfast at the Hopkins House restaurant. The ceremony in which the diplomas were awarded was held in the Great Hall at 8:00 p.m. Father James Schuller. Brother Andrew Jacobson. Brother Justin Fallon. Mr. Thomas O’Reilly, and Mr. William Ha-ben addressed the seniors. As each student received his diploma from Father Schuller, Assistant Principal Mr. O'Reilly related his awards to the audience. 193 Members of the Class of 1969 Denny Galvin and Jeff Shields and their mothers enjoy the food at the Mother-Son Graduation Breakfast. 158 Mr. Thomas O'Reilly, Assistant Principal, addresses seniors at Hopkins House Breakfast. Mr. William Haben, Assistant Principal, presents Senior Jeff Wanchena prepares to give Brother Patrick a the Al Biasing Memorial Award for the Benilde portrait which will be hung in the main hall. Athlete of the Year to Senior Steve LeRoy. a nationally-ranked figure skater. Graduated in Ceremonies on June 3 Father Schuller presents a diploma to graduating senior Denny Clifford. 159 Valedictorian—John.Shekleton; Salutatorian—Robert Nowak; L.G. Balfour Outstanding Senior Award—William Manning; Minneapolis Star Leadership Service Award—James Kodadek; Minneapolis Star Most Valuable Staffer Award—Gregory Joseph; Bausch and Lomb Science Award —Michael Miller; National Merit Scholarship finalist—Robert Nowak; National Merit Letter of Commendation—Gregory Joseph. John Jordan. John O'Leary, John Pallanch, Brian Racette, Stephen Brevig. Thomas Elsen. John Shek-leton, Mark English; A1 Biasing Memorial Award for the Benilde Athlete of the Year—Stephen Le-Roy; 1st National Bank of Minneapolis Award—Gregory Joseph and William Manning; Shield Club Award—Mark English; Student Council Distinguished Service Award—Robert Barnett; Student Council President's Award—Kevin Klucas; Kevin O'Leary Memorial Award for Service to Benilde—John Pallanch; U.S. Figure Skating Association Gold Medal Winner—Stephen LeRoy; “I Dare You Award” for qualities of leadership—William Manning. Achievements Arion Foundation Award for Outstanding Musical Achievement—Dennis Galvin; Minnesota Academy of Science Award— Thomas” Weber; Mathematical Association of America Award— Thomas Weber; Delegate to Flight Seminar. Minnesota Department of Aviation—Mark English; Minneapolis Elks Leadership Scholarships—Gregory Joseph and James Kodadek; Minnesota Elks leadership award— James Kodadek; National Honor Society Scholarship Semifinalists —Stephen Brevig and John Shck-leton; National Honor Society Finalist—John Shekleton; Appointment to US Naval Academy—Steven Mock; Naval ROTC Scholarships— Steven Mock and Mark Williams; Benilde representative at Boys' State—James Kodadek; Minnesota Association of Student Councils' delegate to international Conference of Student Burgesses —Gregory Joseph; National Tea Co. Scholarship—Richard Ganiev. Shield Club Aicard winner—Mark English. National Honor Society members ufler receiving certificates of membership. State Squire leaders—Jim Hathaway. Dan Richey, and Frank Hennessey. 160 All-conference hockey stars Joe Wheaton and Mike Tobin with coach St. Martin. St. John’s University Scholarships—Jeffrey Shields, Timothy Dess, John Pallanch, Mark Hir-sehey, Michael Flynn, Brian Ra-cette, Daniel Richey, John Shek-leton, Clement Smegal, Steven Schmidt. Thomas Weber, James Bofenkamp; St. Thomas College Sc hoi arsh i ps—Den nis Cl ifford, Robert Mikulay, and John Pal-lanch; St. Mary’s College Scholarships—Dennis Galvin, Michael Miller, and Stephen Vilipski; University of Minnesota Scholarships—Michael Miller Clement Smegal, Thomas Elscn, James Benda, Terrence Kroeten, Patrick Schmitz, Michael Grahek, Timothy J. Winker, Robert Nowak, and Mark English; Creighton University Scholarships—William Manning, John Shekleton; Georgetown University Scholarship—J ohn Shekleton; St. Norbert College Scholarship—Stephen B r e v i g; Minnesota State Scholarship Finalists—James Benda, Stephen Bre-vig, Dennis Cliffford, William Dav, Timothy Dess, Mark English, Michael Grahek, Robert Nowak. Donald Uarasvn. Gregory Joseph, Stephen LeRov. Cort Martin, Clement Smegal, Michael Miller, John Pallanch, John Shekleton; 1968 Air Force Association Scholarship—James VValz; Evans Scholarship to the University of Minnesota—Mark Taylor; Catholic Aid Association Scholarship— Steven Mock; Honor Roll During Four Years—John Shekleton, Robert Nowak, Gregory Joseph, John Jordan. Donald Harasyn, James Benda, Stephen LeRoy, Michael Miller, Fred Ferron. Anthony Ferrara, Robert Mikulay. Clement Smegal. James Benda, Mark English; Voted most congenial on Benilden staff—Fred Ferron; Best Actor—John Pallanch; Best Supporting Actor—Michael Cannon; M o s t Distinguished Photographer—John B re n nan; “I Try Harder Award for Qualities of ineptitude—Anthony Ferrara. Senior Dick Lewis performs in SMA's “The Boyfriend. Tim Dess—winner of a scholarship to St. John's University. The High School Bowl Team prepares for another match. The Class of 1969 has graduated. The record of the year has finally been completed and it is here that recognition is due. To my editors: Editor-at-Large—Greg Joseph Assistant Editor—Brian Arneson Associate Editor—Tom Kretsch Photographer—John Brennan Layout Consultant—Jim Bofenkamp Senior Editor—Bob Barnett Underclass Editor—Jim Bruzek Assistant Classes Editor—Dennis Clifford Sports Editor—Mike Cannon Proofreaders—Steve Brevig and Mark English Art Editor—Dick Lewis Copy Editor—John O'Leary Activity Editors—Tony Ferrara and Mike Miller Special notice goes to Greg Joseph. John Brennan. and Bob Barnett of Benilde along with Steve Larson of Scherling-Pletsch Photography for what I felt was outstanding help far exceeding what their “job included. My gratitude extends all the way from the underclassmen who helped identify pictures to our moderator Mr. Thomas W. O’Reilly, and at this point there are acknowledgement I would like to make: Mr. O’Reilly Mr. Evan Zantow 8c the Inter-Collegiate Press Scherling-Pletch Studios Mr. William Pletcli Steve Larson Steve Haines Larry Guyer Mr. James Crowley Administration and Faculty of Benilde The year is over and I know that as long as you keep this book, along with it you will keep your memories of the people involved with Be n i I d e. Brother Francis in particular. Long farewells are only sad so I II close by saying I m happy because the people 1 have known at Benilde have shaped my life in a favorable manner. Fred Ferron Editor General Index Achievements—pp. 160461 Baseball Varsity—pp. 1 16-1 18 “B Squad—p. 1 19 Basketball Varsity—pp. 114 117 “B Squad—p. I IK Freshman—p. 119 Bern I den—pp. 88-89 C h ee rlead e rs—p. 131 Cross-country—pp. 100-101 Dedication—pp. 4-5 Drama Club—pp. 138-139 Faculty—pp. 66-83 Farewell—pp. 162-163 Football: Varsity—pp. 90-93 “B Squad—P. 94 Freshman—p. 95 Glee Club and Band—pp. 110-11 i Golf-—p. 155 Graduation—pp. 158-159 1 Fill of Fame—pp. 34-35 High School Bowl—p. 107 Hockey: Varsity—pp 120422 B” Squad—p. 123 I iomecoming—pp. 102-103 Lancer—pp. 86-87 Mothers' and Fathers' Clubs—pp. 1 42-143 Prom—pp. 156-157 Bed Knights Ball—pp. 134-135 Seniors—pp. 8-33 Soccer: Varsity—pp. 96-98 ‘B Squad—p. 9$) Student Council: Flections—p. 145 Fall Activities—pp. 104-105 Winter Activities—pp. 132-133 Workshop—p. 144 Swimming—pp. 128-129 Tennis—p. 154 Theme—pp. 2-3 Title Page—p. 1 Track: Varsity—pp. 150-152 B Squad—p. 153 Underclass—pp. 38-63 Varsity Club—p. 130 Wrestling: Varsity—pp. 124-126 “B Squad—p. 127


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