Bigfork High School - Le Lac Yearbook (Bigfork, MT)

Text from Pages 1 - 48 of the 1946 volume:

THE FIFTH PUBLICATION of Le Lac GRADUATING CLASS of the BIGFORK HIGH SCHOOL Bigfork, Montana Talking Leaf .............. Sylvia Evensen Gloria Stuebe, Bob Stevens Walter Bahr ................. Julia Potts ............. Phyllis Julian .............. Jeanette Moen Miss Doloris Dufour This annual made by Leo's Studio, University Place, Spokane, Washington Editor___ Art Editors Sports Editor Features Editor Business Manager Typist...... Adviser � ■ X JL._xC- -4 C c. c - y - — C ' Li 'A U m X w Our Wise Ones Teach With Straight Tongues Practice for a few minutes for a 10-minute speed test, almost always greets Miss Dufour to the typing students when they enter the commercial room. She teaches journalism, bookkeeping, shorthand, and typing and loves nothing better than to give a speed test. For entertainment, she sponsors the Junior Class, advises Bay Breez Sez and Le Lac and then plays the pia no to lift her morale when she really gets disgusted. Play, play, come on, it's easy, says Mr. Hehn when the band starts to fade out. His pastime is selling insurance, but he leads the band with an I don't like it, but it's fun, attitude. Say, why aren't you in study hall this period, inquires Mrs. Brown when she finds some of the boys playing in the halls during the seventh period. Although teaching home ec occupies her, she takes time out to teach algebra, sponsor freshmen, and supervise hot lunches. Bob, Don, and Ruth will please report in the office before reporting to any classes, is the statement with which Mr. Fockler usually dismisses Chapel in the morning. Principal Fockler teaches physics, biology, and general science, coaches basketball, and advises the student council. Come on now, let's have that line push, shouts Mr. Harris as the foot- ball line begins to slow down. Aside from his regular vo-ag classes, Mr. Harris coaches football, teaches physical ed., and advises the sophomore class and the F. F. A. in his spare evenings, he prefers a good game of pinochle. Okay, let's quiet down now, says Mr. Sayer as he steps into a noisy classroom. He has been made Superintendent of Schools, teaches his favorite subject, history and sociology, after a rigorous army life from which he was released with the rank of major. Remember the Buckaroo meeting tonight, is about the only phrase Mrs. Harris can seem to say on Monday. Her glee club is her pride and joy, but the darn old English class, Latin, and advising the seniors takes up most of her school time. 6 Heap Big Coup Come in May When Chiefs Await Graduation Day Walter Bahr— There is no genius in life like the genius of energy and activity. F. F. A. I, 2, 3, 4; Treasurer 4: Basketball I, 2, 3, 4; Foot- ball 2. 3, 4; Bay Breez Sez 3, 4; Dramatics I, 2, 3, 4; Reach for the Moon 4; The Antics of Andrew 3; Student Council Secretary 2. Janette Bunyea— Goodness is the only investment that never fails. Glee Club I; Home Ec I, 2, 3, 4; Dramatics 2; Reach for the Moon 4. Joe Eslick— Play hard and fair, be loyal to your teammates and generous to your opponents. Class President I, 2, 3, 4; B Club I, 2, 3, 4; President 2, 3, 4; Vice President I; F. F. A. 1,2, 3, 4; Vice President 2, 3; President 4; Dramatics I, 2, 3, 4; Winter Sunset 2; Antics of Andrew 3; Football 2, 3, 4; Captain 2, 3, 4; Basketball I, 2, 3, 4; Captain 2, 3, 4; Case of Suspension I; Reach for the Moon 4. Sylvia Evensen— Music is fundamental—one of the great sources of life, wealth, strength and happiness. Class Secretary and Treasurer 2: Student Council I, 4: Band I, 2, 3; Home Ec Club I, 2, 3, 4; Secre- tary 2; Bay Breez Sez 4: Assistant Editor 4; Dramatics I, 2, 3, 4; Girl in Every Port 2; Mad Breadfast 3; Reach for the Moon 4; Glee Club Accompanist I, 2, 3, 4. Jack Fockler— The measure of a man's success depends on what he does beyond what is required of him. F. F. A. I, 2, 3: Secretary 3; Chonita ' I; Forest Prince 2; Buckaroos I, 2, 3; Double Quartet 3. Ted Gigrich— Experience is what you have left when everything else is gone. Hogeland I; F. F. A. 4; Basketball 3, 4; Buckaroos 2, 3, 4. Lyle Hoyt— Silence is a true friend who never betrays. Band I; F. F. A. I, 2, 3, 4: Buckaroos 2. 3, 4. Phyllis Julian— You live but once, so make your best of life. Geyser I; Battle Ground, Wash. 2, 3; Reach for the Moon 4; Home Ec Club 4; Dramatics 4. Heap Big Coup Come in May When Chiefs Await Graduation Day Carl Luckow— Good manners are made up of petty sacrifices. F. F. A. I, 2, 3; Buckaroos 2; Chonita 2; F. F. A. Committee Chairman 3. Jeanette Moen— Respect for authority is the foundation of good citizen- ship. Glee Club I. 2; President 2; Buckaroos 3, 4; Home Ec Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Secretary 3; Chonita 2. Don Nichols— If you cannot do great things, you can do small things in a great way. F. F. A. I, 2, 3, 4; Dramatics I, 2, 3, 4; Buckaroos 2, 3, 4; Student Council I, 2; Secretary I; Basketball I, 2, 3, 4; Man- ager I; B Club 2, 3, 4; Manager I; Case of Suspension I; Elmer and the Love Bug I; Pink for Proposals 3: Band I; Reach for the Moon 4; Bay Breez Sez I, 3. Patricia Pierce— Our friends see the best in us, and by that very fact call forth the best from us. Band I, 2, 3; Dramatics I, 2, 3; Home Ec Club I, 2, 3; President 3; Winter Sunset I; Mad Breakfast” 3; Bay Breez Sez I, 2, 3; Glee Club I; Student Council I, 2, 3; Secre- tary 2; Class President I; Secretary and Treasurer 2, 3; Cheer Leader 1, 2, 3. Julia Potts— Shoot for the sun and you may hit a star. Glee Club I, 2, 3, 4; President 4; Forest Prince 3: Chonita 2; Dramatics I, 2, 3, 4; Elmer and the Love Bug I; A Girl in Every Port, Reach for the Moon 4; Home Ec Club I, 2, 3, 4; Class Secretary and Treasurer 3; Student Council 2; Class Vice President I, 2. Donald Rose— The actions of men are the best interpreters of their thoughts. ' F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Dramatics I, 2; Elmer and the Love Bug I; Reach for the Moon 4: Buckaroos 2; Chonita 2: F. F. A. Committee Chairman 4. Lavina Rost— A laugh is worth a hundred groans in any market. Dra- matics 2, 3, 4: A Mad Breakfast 3; Pink for Proposals 3; Home Ec Club I, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club I, 2; Secretary 2; Reach for the Moon 4. Bob Stevens— Nothing was ever achieved without enthusiasm. Clare- mont, Calif. I, 2; El Monte 3; Bay Breez Sez 4. Heap Big Coup Come in May When Chiefs Await Graduation Day May Wolstad— Good temper like a sunny day, shades a brightness over everything. Home Ec Club I, 2, 3, 4; Program Chairman 3; Glee Club I; Dramatics I, 2, 3, 4; Vice President 3; Girl in Every Port 2; Pink for Proposals 3; Mad Breakfast 3; Student Council 3; Class Secretary 4; Cheerleader 3, 4; Reach for the Moon 4. Ruth Woldstad—- Praise loudly; blame softly. Dramatics I, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club I; Home Ec Club I, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Elmer and the Love Bug I; Who Gets the Car Tonite 2; Pink for Proposals 3; Reach for the Moon 4. MOTTO: The sun sets tonight but glory remains forever. COLORS: Aqua and White. FLOWER: Red Rose. OFFICERS President—Joe Eslick Vice President—Sylvia Evensen Secretary and Treasurer—May Wolstad S. C. Rep.—Ruth Woldstad, Sylvia Evensen Sponsor—Mrs. Harris The Indian Has No Country crv s By Pat Pierce He has no country; he only knows How to make himself content. The wind and rain are his bedfellows, His home, being only a tent. No interest in who fails or succeeds. He neither hopes, nor even fears He has no responsibilities or compulsory deeds To complete down through the years. He remembers the arrow he shot from his bow But there was nothing to be gained, Everyone that passed was his foe, This is only a thought that has remained. He will go where his ancestors have gone Death will come like a friend to release him from pain. He neither knows or regrets what he might have done He has been like a lock hooked to a chain. r i V t. « ? r 7 riaju - -r v yf r m A sj « r o' 1 «- 71. iA 'J, . i S Pt A ' y?-)+ t - yi. 4 «- . vj| ' ? i I y P +ZZ Much Wampum Tells of Braves' Busy Moon Led by Miss Dufour, the Braves won many a battle in the last year. On March 16, the Braves sponsored the Flathead Valley Talent program at the high school. Ralph Ripke took first, Mrs. Medlin and Merlin Luckow tied for second place among the eleven contestants. Following the pro- gram, a dance was given at the Bigfork I. O. O. F. hall. With their big bank roll, they honored the seniors with a beautiful Prom, April 27. Percy McClarty's orchestra played. Closing a very successful year, the juniors entertained the senior class at a banquet at the Flathead Lake Lodges. The evening was enjoyed by dancing and boating on the lovely waters of Flathead Lake. Class officers are: President, Ralph Ripke; Vice President, Donald Cor- son; Secretary and Treasurer, Pat Pierce. WARRIORS PASS 'EM PEACE PIPES TO WELCOME PAPOOSES Taking over the job of welcoming the Papooses, the Warriors racked their brains (?) for something rough and tough. Part of the severe treat- ment was an initiation party on September 14 held in the high school gym. Mr. Harris was sponsor and Ruth Barker, President; Wana Barton, Vice President; Anne Pierce, Secretary, and Bob Ripke, Treasurer. DECKED IN WAR PAINT, PAPOOSES MAKE READY FOR FIGHT The initiation of the Papooses into the tribe was only the beginning of the trials and tortures which they will encounter in their next year's of high school. In return the Papooses sponsored by Mrs. Brown, gave a party in the school gym for the Warrior dance. Several wise men, in the class have attained positions on the honor roll each time, and were guests of the squaws at a Valentine party. Class officers: President, John Robinson; Vice President, Myrtle Jean Sudan; Secretary and Treasurer, Margaret Tiensvold. 4 i Back Row: J. Rhittakar, . Barbaa, T. Bai- lees, A. Piarca, 0. Barkar, D. Clark, J. Ric- hola, R. Sajnaour, L. Barron, I. Rhitnay, R. Ripka, L. Hoyt, D. Greaaon, J. Roblnaon, D. Riding, front Row: P. McRvoy, J. Focklar, 0. Stuaba, J. Roan, K. Bellaora, D. Richola. Miaalng: T. Gigrich, J. Barta, J. Wickar Back Row: P. Clark, R. Ripka, L. Hoyt, L. Harron, T. Evensun, J. Robinson, J. Mchola, J. Brcwna, L. Ilahoney. 2nd How: G. Parker, H. £uanar, G. Bar1 ar, R. Potta, B. Whittaker, R. Andaraon, D. Richola, A. Akleatad, A. Plan: G. RolJetad, J. Barta, L. Roat, W. Khitnay, D. Rote, T. I'aikans, H. Parkar, R. Sayaour. Seat-'d: W. Bahr, D. Graason, R. Ripke, Ur. Vender, J. Kalick, Hear the Rum and the Turn of the Big Bass Drum ;rv With a new instructor, several new members, and a new music book the Bigfork band began the year with much enthusiasm. The total number of members was 18. On March 29, the spring concert was held displaying the talents of the group. Some of the members took part in the Youth's Fair playing with other bands of the county. The band entertained at several of the home basketball games with Mr. Walter Hehn, directing. Band Back row: J. Nichols, R. Berg, A. Harrell, W. Whitney, N. Paul, Mr. Hehn, W. Barton, P. Pierce, L Mahoney, N. Fockler. Front row: L. Cul- bert, L. Cranston, G. Culbert, A. Pierce, C. Robbin, A. Brown, B. Seymour. Glee Club Back row: Mrs. Harris, A. Harrell, C. Bellmore, S. Evensen, G. Stuebe, P. Julian. Middle row: M. Sudan, D. Morton, L. Bartlett, J. Potts. Front row: O. Julian, P. McEvoy, M. Tiensvold, A. Knight. Senior Play Cast Back row: R. Woldstad, Mrs. Harris, P. Julian, S. Evensen, W. Bahr, J. Potts, T. Gigrich, D. Nichols, J. Wicker, D. Rose. Front row: L. Rost, J. Moen, P. Pierce, J. Bunyear, M. Woldstad. Ugh! Another Redskin Bit the Dust The Bigfork Vikings, under the coaching of Mr. Harris, concluded another successful season with a score of 4 wins and 2 losses, or an aver- age of 18.7 points for six games. Bigfork 18 Troy 0 Bigfork 6 Mission 24 Bigfork Dixon (forfeited). Bigfork ... 14 Ronan 6 Bigfork . .34 Plains 46 Bigfork Hot Springs INDIVIDUAL PLAYERS STATISTICS Quarterback (Capt.) 30 Joe Eslick Senior Left End (Co-Capt.) .24 Paul Bahr Senior Fullback 28 Al Pierce Freshman Right End 18 John Robinson Freshman Halfback 6 Pete Clark Junior Center 6 John Wicker Junior Right End Jim Browne Sophomore Substitutes: Gerald Parker, La Verne Mahoney, David Greeson, Harry Potts, Bob Anderson, Leonard Herron, Don Nichols; Gigrich, manager. Football Back row: Mr. Harris, J. Robinson, L. Mahoney, B. Anderson, G. Parker, T. Gigrich. Middle row: H. Potts, P. Clark, A. Pierce, L. Herron, D. Nichols. Front: D. Greeson, J. Wicker, J. Eslick, W. Bahr, J. Browne. B Team Back row: J. Browne, J. Wicker, A. Aklestad. Front: J. Barta, M. Luckow, D. Greeson. Basketball Back row: D. Corson, R. Ripke, J. Robinson. Middle: Mr. Fockler, D. Nichols, A. Pierce, B. Anderson. Front: W. Bahr, J. Eslick. Missing: Nor- man Collins. ANNUAL STAFF Standing: Adviser, Miss Dufour, L. Hoyt, J. fcallck, 1. Bahr, J. Focklor. Left to Right: J. Bunyea, U. ' oldstad, C. Luck ox, L. host, J. Mo n, P. Jul- ian, J. Potts, S. Lvensen, D. Nichols. Back row: P. Julian, J. Bunysa, L. Rost, M. Wolstad, D, Riding, J« Whittaker, W. Barton, Mrs. Brown, N. Paul, V. Hoyt, S. Evenson, J. Potts C. Belliaore, C. Stuebe, Front Row: L. Barttlst, I . McEvoy, A. Knight A. Harrell, W. Tiensvold, D. Morton, 0. Julian, M. Sudan, L. MacKen ie J. Grilley, A. Pierce, N. Fockler. Missing: P. Pierce, K. Ms on, A. Marken, M. Adaas, J. Riding, R. Woldstad, J. Mown. Back rowi Adviaar, Mr. Focklar, S. fevanaan, I. Barton, ¥. Hoyt. Front Rowt I. «iit nay, A. Plaroa, J. Eallck, D. Coraon, ft. ftipka. Miaain : Pat Piarca Ruth WoIdatad. C oramini ty Fair Booth Sponsored by Girl Scouts First Prise Back how: A. Pierce, Lrs. Harris, L. Lahoney, C, Bellisore, A. Hastaan, G. Bure hard, L. Bartlett 5, Svensen, A. Harrell, P. Pierce, R. Thorapeon. Front how: S. Tleaing, P. Uchvoj, D. Norton, A, fCni ht, 0. Sarta, k. Tienavol 1, Haney Focal er, 1, iioody. Missing: L. lacKenxie. Councilmen See that School No Go Wrong Various high school dances, sport activities, and assemblies were sup- ported by the Student Council this year. Two programs consisting of a card trickster and a baritone, mezzo soprano, and pianist were presented through the National High School Assembly. Chief of these councilmen is Joe Eslick; Secretary and Treasurer, Wana Barton; Freshman representatives, Wayne Whitney, Al Pierce; Sophomore representatives, Bob Ripke, Virginia Hoyt; Junior representatives, Pat Pierce, Don Corson; Senior representatives, Ruth Woldstad, Sylvia Even- sen. Mr. Fockler is the adviser. Now See 'Um, Now Don't The wind is blowing and Bay Breez Sez is still spreading a few words of news and views, likes and dislikes, fun and humor. Changes appear, but the contents have the same hear it all, see it all, tell it all, style. Free- dom of the press is a necessity, not a luxury. Monthly, the journalism class shuts itself in the commercial room and on Friday, about four, the doors fly open and out stumbles Editors Bahr, Evensen and staff with an armful of crisp, new, Bay Breez Sezes. The mad rush is on; everybody knows the latest. Everyone says it's no good, but wants to read it on the fateful Friday. Chiefs Tell of Woes in Talking Leaf I'm.5 We, the Chiefs, class of 1946, Bigfork High School, with the helpful cooperation of Miss Dufour, have tried to make this annual representative of our class, which will be about all that is left when we are far away. This first printing changes the construction, but not the sincerity in which we leave this book, and the hope that you enjoy it as we have. Squaws Send Pleasant Sounds The Girls' Glee club, sponsored by Mrs. Harris, presided by Julia Potts, has sixteen members. A musical assembly was given the first of the year. A quartette, composed of Margaret Tiensvold, first soprano; La Verna Bartlett, second soprano; Peggy McEvoy, first alto, and Gloria Stuebe, second alto; was organized. Featuring the Glee Club, Quartette, and special numbers was a May day music festival, consisting of sacred and secular music. Squaws Who 'Do Good Turn Daily' Have Big Hearts rv vj Besides soliciting almost $200 for the National War Fund in both Lake and Flathead counties, clothing for needy people was gathered, lunches were served, and publicity for the various drives was posted by the Order of the Trefoil, under the leadership of Mrs. Harris. A community booth, which won first prize at the Youths' Fair, was spon- sored by the Senior Scouts. On May 8, the two Brownie troops, the Intermediate troop, and the Senior Scouts held a Mother-Daughter banquet in the High School Gym. Officers of this organization were: President, Sylvia Evensen; Vice pres- ident, Pat Pierce; Secretary, Ann Pierce, and Treasurer, Margaret Tiens- vold. Chew the Fat and Sew the Buckskin (TV 5 The main feature on the program of the Log Cabin Home Ec Club was organizing of the Future Homemakers of America, a National club for girls studying homemaking. Julia Potts and Sylvia Evensen were representatives of the club at the district convention in Poison. Eureka will be host next year. Fourteen squaws were initiated into our Bigfork Chapter. The officers held a formal initiation ceremony welcoming the new members. Officers were: President, Pat Pierce; Vice President, May Wolstad; Secretary and Treasurer, Lavina Rost, and adviser, Mrs. Brown. Fire Water Make Spirits Jump in Pale Face Actors Reach for the Moon, a three-act comedy, was presented by the senior class, February 28, under the direction of Mrs. Harris. Jennifer Lee (Julia Potts) fails to appear at the altar and escapes to a dude ranch, owned by John Cameron (Walter Bahr). The Earl of Sher- bourne, her jilted suitor (John Wicker), also appears at the ranch. Gen- eral confusion results, followed by rollicking humor and deep mystery. Sophisticated Pamela Parnell (Sylvia Evensen) comes into the scene and immediately all mysteries are cleared. r Great Spirit Calls Chiefs to Happy Hunting Ground We, the Senior Class of Bigfork High School, 1946, being of sound mind and body, do make and publish this, our last will and testament: ARTICLE I To the teachers of BHS, we bequeath our respect and admiration for the long, hard hours they spent to make our school days complete, and the companionship they have offered to those in need of help. To the classes of BHS, we leave our dignity, charm, and ability with the teachers, and may you use them with full respect. Our cuds of gum, scraps of paper, pencil stubs, love notes, funny books, et cetera, we leave to Fred Bellmore, the janitor—and may he soon be rid of them. ARTICLE II Joe Eslick wills his ability in basketball and football to the members of future squads. To the Buckaroos goes Jeanette Moen's accordion. (What'll they do without her to play it?). Providing he will take good care of her, Don Nichols leaves Myrtle Jeanne Sudan to Junior Barta. Phyllis Julian bequeaths her quiet, sweet innocence to Audrey Marken. Bob Stevens wills that Hollywood (???) haircut of his to Johnny Wicker. To Howard Sumner goes Walter Bahr's brains!!! In case they could use it, Jack Fockler wills his studious ways to Harry Potts, Lee Rost, George Woldstad, and Duane Rose. To Al Pierce, Donald Rose bequeaths his handsome physique. If La Verne Mahoney has room for it, Lavina Rost leaves him a couple pounds. Ted Gigrich bequeaths his super-feminine ways to George Barker. To Gloria Steube goes May Woldstad's smile. Ruth Woldstad leaves her dramatic ability to any underclassman with stage fright. Pat Pierce very regretfully (??) leaves all shorthand books, notebooks, pens, ink, Word Clues, and Gregg Writers to Miss Dufour. Lyle Hoyt leaves his quiet ways to Jim Nichols—and hopes he'll use them. Sylvia Evensen leaves absolutely nothing, if she does, she'll come back after it. Janette Bunyea wills her perfect posture to Peggy McEvoy. Julia Potts leaves her ability to get sick whenever it becomes necessary to anyone who wants it. Bill Barbee wills his ability as master of ceremonies to those in the school who get tongue-tied on the stage. The attached instrument, consisting of two sheets, was thereunto sub- scribed by the Senior Class of '46, the testators, in the presence of each of us and was at the same time declared by them to be their last will and testament, and we are signing our names hereunto in their presence as attesting witnesses. WITNESSES: Chief Sitting Bull (SEAL). Pocahontas (SEAL). Medicine Man Prophesies Chiefs Many Moons from Now Breezing into the Bay Breez Sez shop in Bigfork, on April I, 1965, I ran into a big news office, which was running off a special edition on the alumni of 1946. The school paper, Bay Breez, had recently been taken over by the city, and its editor was gathering this news of the class spread far and wide. The headlines show that Joe Eslick has been honored with position as coach at Notre Dame. In small lettering, I picked out that he preaches prohibition on the side. Barbee, the Kayo Kid, hasn’t won a fight yet— plans to retire soon. Pat Pierce, cashier in Reckless Red Corson's Cafe and Bar, makes $20 a week extra by selling cigarette butts. (The cigarette shortage isn't over yet!) Don Rose, State Forest Ranger, was given a citation recently for meritorious achievement while fighting fires in the Flathead region. Ruth and May Wolstad have set up an Old Ladies' Home on Fifth Avenue, New York, and are doing quite well by them- selves. Carl Luckow has opened a garage in the Heart of the Rockies, where he repairs helicopters and baby buggies. Phyllis Julian, head cig- arette girl at the famous Stork Club, is said to be retiring soon to family life. President Walter Bahr has wired the Bay Breez from the White House, that he will accept nominations to run for fifth term. (Pol. Adv. Bought and Pd. for by P. W. Bahr). Viney Rost, the only girl of the class of '46 to settle down right away, has just announced her third set of triplets. (She always did want the whole army at her feet!) Don Nichols and Myrtle are running a little gas station in Bigfork. Sylvia Evensen, that beautiful concert pianist we all know and love, is leaving the stage soon to live a life of leisure on the East Lakeshore. Ted Gigrich is down in Kentucky and is operating his stills in the hills. Dolly Bunyea has instituted a suit for divorce against Russell, saying there's another man in view! Jeanette Moen is still helping Kenny clean up old Alma Mater after school. Jack Fockler, the class magician, has completed his nation-wide tour of the U. S. and is leaving soon for Europe, where he expects to win fame. Lyle Hoyt has just signed a contract for building the Empire State Build- ing II, in the great metropolis of Bigfork. Judy Potts, under a life-time contract, is receptionist for a certain young up-and-coming dentist in Minneapolis. In the middle of the page, in large black print, is the message we have all been waiting for—Bob Stevens, residing in California, got another haircut! Writings on the Wall (TUV) Out of the thundering herd, stampeded the Papooses, to crash into the halls of Bigfork High in the fall of '42. Though there were many obstacles, such as teachers and lessons, which they had to encounter, they soon learned to toss them aside. The rest of the tribe saw the new Papooses coming to school one morning with their p. j.'s. Come to find out, it was the initiation the Warriors had stuck on the Papooses. The Papooses fired it back at them when their return party was given. Displaying their many talents, they presented two plays, ' The Pancake Divorce Case, and Mystery in the Bathtub, at an assembly given before the student body. Then shining like stars in an Indian summer night, the up-and-coming Warriors headed the honor roll because they were teachers' pets. The honors went to Joe Eslick, Bob Dunlap, Julia Potts, and Sylvia Evensen. As Braves, the class stepped out first by sponsoring a semi-formal Junior Prom at the Hi School Gym in honor of the Chiefs. Due to the wartime conditions a mixture of colored crepe paper was used to decorate. Green boughs used as a border gave just the right touch. Following the Prom came the Old Fiddlers' Contest, with Mrs. Hopen winning first prize. Giving the Chiefs their final send-off, the Braves entertained at a banquet at the National Cafe in Kalispell. Dashing back into the portals of B. H. S. in the fall of '45, for their final fling, the Chiefs took the school by the leg. The class play Reach for the Moon was presented in high spirits. A public dance, at the Odd Fellows Hall, was sponsored by the Chiefs to raise money for the annual. (Was it worth it?) Amid decorations of aqua and white, punch and formals, the Senior Ball, April 5, was considered one of the outstanding events of the year. April 27, the semn-formal Junior Prom in honor of the Chiefs was held in the gym which was all decked out in class colors. Class week was full of fun and sadness for all. Sunday, May 12, was Baccalaureate; Mon- day, class picnic in Glacier Park; Tuesday, Junior-Senior Banquet at the Flathead Lake Lodges; Wednesday, Class Day; and the final blow came on Thursday with commencement. Presenting the Valedictorian address, was Julia Potts, who earned the honor through her diligent work. Walter Bahr received the salutatorian honor.