Birmingham High School - Piper Yearbook (Birmingham, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 150 of the 1953 volume:

wan: xv--s -5 wt we QQ 'E 'nm If U V 2 H ,WX Q , iw 'Ez tzyzlis Wg. ' A Q, f' ., V1 We X 4 F - ,, A QQ , A , f ,K ,M , we Q A wvff 1 Aw 4 ' ,K , -31, A lf K A im. 81 3 Alu I AA-A . JP , . 4 A it 'M 5 kk F is u, R .-fwgp. .1 ' 3- MW' 1' :W 0' M . V V A M - M N , A A vs- .wik ..,,, i '4'hu Q, N M , v .,.-...H ,,.....nv'. X .W , vw ,, 'J' h TY? .,., v' - 1 N.. at 4 dl' C 'M . ,441 i -,,,.-nw pqlvvf' 'vau- NT- , -Q6 F ' Q w H ' 3, r. 1 an M 1. M .vmpty WS A' us. JN' 'jg wa 'xy ' -f 'M' A yr L , , . e v L 1 ' L -w mlw ww-4-W Q--A' 'mf'- 'f f 'W 'K f ' 'v+tQ? f 3 .gun 'Mm ,,,,,....,fan-I-I XE,-,-,,,,,,,,.., ..,, A-vm J al Hn.. 9 I GI' PGP birmingham high school lincoln and cranbrook roads birmingham, michigan if 'F M H: u fm -4, . u. M - M 1' 5 . 'M 92,-f+'+ W .55 5, ,A 4, 1 ww, ' X' vernlng Hand lassroom Wlth a Go In the Modern C For Relaxation - With a Rnuslng Cheer On the Way Up At the Summit About the Town Modern for Modems illustrates the life of a Birmingham student. Everything we do, from sunrise to sunset, is typical of a modern way of living. A perfect example is our school, the stage for a large part of our waking hours. 5.-.-.-.-.... 71 .4 r f' L 5 . ,- . X .N rn , 4 fs W --4' .- thx pf' i , , -, l Ltxb Ir K K '.g ,X 1 :IB --11 .. -..,-,,, , Y. x F L ki-E . Q' -N... Q 5 -up-4 A! A . . V K A '1 A 'J MZ- ,-,,,.-v-' qs Wifh a Governing Hand l T S FIRST SEMESTER HOUSE Row 1: N. Tischer, K. Berry, J. Shores, F. Mabley, D. Laird, Renfrew. Row 4: T. Laundry,C. Howlett, H. Chanay, S. Browne, Shaw, B. Gasser,B.Deer, L.Schrader. Row 2: D. Andreae, D. Fraser, P. Jackson, S. Wilkinson, R. Skaaren, P. Garlick. Jahn, J. Lewis, K. Fowler, J. Florez, L. Coleman, C. Weir, Row 5: J. Hubert,J.Barger, T. Schwarz, L. Miller, C. Dorman, Beck, B. Dove. Row 3: J. Mosby, S. Spencer, S. Rosenquist, C. Sutfin, T. McKewen, J. Cooper, D. Lovejoy, L. Loomis. Minor, T. Halvorson, A. Holmes, K. James, E. Roehm, B. vi :fl Student Congress Student Congress was reorganized last September under the leadership of president Jim Barger to accommodate the needs of a larger number of students. In the new bi- cameral legislature the Senate discusses the problems of a modern school and sends recommendations to be voted upon by the House of Representatives. The Senate consists of class officers and senators, Con- gress officers, representatives from various school organizations, and a faculty advisor. The House is the larger of the two bodies, including homeroom representatives, advisers, candidates of the last election, honorary members, and delegates from groups which have current problems. Honorary representatives are chosen by written applica- tion, club or organization memberships by vote of the House. This year Proscenium, publications, GAA, Assembly Club, Garcons, National Honor Society, and Varsity Club were represented. Congress offices are elective with the exception of sec- retary of the Senate, appointed by the presiding vice- president. Officers Ted Schwarz, treasurer, Linda Miller, secre- tary of the Senate, Jim Barger, president, Carol Dorman, secretary, and Henry Moore, vice-president. L Students of B. H. S.,Klngs- wood and Cranbrook hear Mike Vettraina tell how he grew the Cranbrook gift tree from a seedling. The Peace Memorial wasa gift from the Rotarians. 73? Ke q w'r l W 3. J pr- 1 Congress officers are elected on city-owned voting machines. This gives necessary experience to young citizens. FIRST SEMESTER SENATE J. Collins, R. Deloria, W. Nolta, J. Webster, J. Pedder, J. Barger, Mr. Sheehan, J. Johnson, L. Loomis, D. Jokinen, secretary Linda Miller, Clarke, C. Dorman, T. Beck, J. Hildebrand, D. Adam, T. Schwartz, T. and president Henry Moore. an ,Q The many committees which functioned this year provided able leadership and follow-through in overcoming school difficulties and supporting constructive activities. A few of the projects undertaken by the student government were the Congress dances, con- cessions and field decorating for games, the Russell fund, cafeteria survey, library super- vision, compilation of the honor roll, Christmas decorations for the school, the smoking prob- lem, Civic Control Day, editing the handbook and pamphlet for new students and visitors. Congress chairmen worked with the journalism classes in collecting information for the last two. During the first semester, the Senate served as an informal discussion group attempting to touch all problems with which Congress might deal. The second semester Senate began pre- paring the agenda for the House, which meets the next day. If a House member wishes to bring up another problem, it is placed foremost on the agenda. In case of an important issue or question, the two legislative bodies may meet jointly. Officers Bob Gasser, treasurer, Ann Borchert, secretary of the Senate, Bob Appleford, presi- dent, Carole Goldstein, secretaryg Bill Donald- son, vice-president. SECOND SE ME STER SENATE Secretary A. Borchert, president W. Donaldson,R Thal T Sheehan B Satterla J Hildebrand, D Jokinen, Mr acker, J. Johnson, C. Goldstein, R. De1oria,C Coffin Miller D Green and Mr Clarke S. Reed, D. Adam, R. Gasser, N. Carlisle, R. Appleford lu!!-U l l lip-Q Q' .li v' ' E r Q , Ly J , Q , ' .fix ' I f n , xr ,ling if P 4-4 x af inn -ll. 'Q-Q 1 LW-925 wfffazzf I 5 ' ,N Wann!! ,,,,..,..-- r Y Ni Q . 1 gg 1, px. N 1 Q L . , g , M uVV,g A - i ' L I - f-:Q ,-+ A w1,, fa f--:su-' fin-, qw N I .Q Wwifw X.. Administration ROSS A . WAGNER Principal LARNED G. GOODRICH Assistant Principal is if DWIGHT B. IRE LAND Superintendent NORMAN A . WOLFE Assistant Superintendent Modern leaders direct us towards the goals of a modern education. Working along with the administration is a faculty dedicated to the achievement of these goals. FRANKLYN WHITNEY Athletic Director 14 PAUL D. CARTER Assistant Superintendent Dorothy Allen English . - W .11 H I .Q Q 3713, Angelo Angelocci Art, Radio Workshop l. 'Qu- Ralph Battenhouse Science f Monzelle Clark English Radio Workshop George Cooch French .N ,J Kermit Ambrose Science Ruth Ashe Latin, Speech Arnold Berndt Inst. Music William Clarke Counselor, Math. WT' Carol Darling Counselor , 7 .QA,,5.s33e . i 'Q f . us: iITlIiLfi,, aw flfifii. we wi , g:5gsqa:5,23,, -gm1T ini-.fmt - fi V Tag A Joyce Diaz Counselor, English Duncan Helmrich Ioan Dodd English, Latin Social Studies i Gladys Holloway Angelina Gaziano Commercial Social Studies in! f-v Mary Hartwick English E . A . Hubbard Mathematics A. '7. 7k Hazel Ladd English, Latin Hugh Loveland Counselor , Industrial Arts Dorothy Khoury Commercial l 'N X - 1 F X fr 1 , is . x 'i x N i sh I .Jay Myers S Economics Social Studies si , M ' Virginia Louis Spanish Vida McGiffin up-., Driver Education Harold Newcomb Physical Educ . English, Journalism S '--f Science 1--'v Audrey Mickelson Home Economics hu! Maynard Mott Auto Mechanics Joan Marks Retailing AV' , L A X 'Q v Q Marion Murphy Librarian sta ii d A John Petrakis Social Studies Physical Educ. Social Studies Kenneth Parker Counselor, Mathematics .4- .W - .. , - fn. f 4 fs , , ,,: ,ll X, . -,, 5-. ' 2 L ai . - fa. f i r 'SH if it ws .'s, Sally Reid Physic ial Education Robert Richards Social Studies ' 'Q-5 Social Studies Physicial Educ . Mildred Swart English T '-uv Q if Charles Thumser Mathematics , Debate i.f.,,.,.yf Alice Price English H. Ross Scrimgeour Physics W . G . Sloat industrial Arts Merle Taylor Mathematics Dorothy Thumser Mathematics George Miller Social Studies Victor Ulrich Vocal Music Music Appreciation H 'W' M-if frf' i N Harriet Watson English , - al dl- b ,,,. Q, 'k jx Charlotte Will Science Mary Woodworth Home Economics An enlarged school needs an enlarged office staff. Keeping books for all school classes and organ- izations, checking attendance, maintaining office records, and doing the thousand and one other office tasks keep four girls busy from eight to five daily. In a posing mood are Joan Neilsen, Barbara Price, Delores Banwart and Rosemary Haroutunian. We are proud of our complete, school-wide couseling service. Advising, testing, and just making twelve hundred students feel more at home is the goal and full-time responsibility of six faculty members. Seated are Joan Marks, Carol Darling and William Clarke, Standing, Joyce Diaz , Kenneth Parker and Hugh Loveland. It takes an even dozen to put the schoolback in top- flight order after we have all gone home. William Bragg, Robert Wilson, Eugene Fisher, Shellie Burgess and Frank Rigotti relax, while John Speer, Lon Dailey, Les Kuhlman, Marvin Knorp, William Johnson, Julian Hasler and Alexander Woods stand be- hind. Feeding up to 600 students a day is a big job, but able hands see that the job is always done. From front to rear Margaret Smith, Gertrude Kill- ing, Lettie MacDonald and Ethel Schaule. A , Y , I at ,E x t ,A Aday's work done, part of our custodial staff takes it easy. Homer Westerby, Josephine Roberts, Wanda Hay- mes, Harry Williams and Harry Lewis are pictured. gi? Ready to meet the onslaught of hundreds of hungry students are Marguerite Harris, Helen King, Jenny Carol, Frances McHugh, Leona Pravel, Caro line Corsi, Gertrude Killing and Winnie Goit. 'G r In the Moclern Classroom ffm 'e- Hgzw w-wx - K-Wlgggypbqqfw 51. u fminfi 5 Q. ,i hw v N.-JI' V' N if ' ' Q -1 f lf... ' 4. ge Q f, , A 51 Je. X' lEl'l T Hit' i 'Q' ,ff-'A ' n 7 , 1 Vw' an 1 ..-ff' ' ' 'D 'ME li: g. ' I ............,,,,.,,,,,,.,,,,, K, ,M , ' 7 f W ' L. In radio workshop classes, students produce programs, which are put on tape and sent to WCAR Pontiac for release. Broadcasting are Pat Andrus, Jim Wheeler, Charles Weir, and Sharon Cummings. Allan Bumpus is chief engineer. Judy Shores is production manager, and Bob Machus and Gina Wagner work on recorded sound. Mr. Angelocci studies the script and hopes for the best. At the mike, working on man-made sounds are Glenn Ayers, Pat Keegan, and Hugh Sponsel while M e r id elle Knights directs. ,QF- Perhaps a love of mudpies, dating from childhood years, drew these ceramists to the pottery wheels. Up to their elbows in clay are Nancy Hay, Sue Taylor, Sandra Bernat, and Carol Whittey. ima., Mgylln Chris Christie directs a scene during Mrs. Ashe's speech class. Actors are Mickey O'Connor, Barb Hagan, and Linda Ball. This scene, dramatizedby the class, is taken from a popular radio play. asf- --... . ......n-V 1 .jg 1'2 -If ,J ,533 T Mechanical drawing prepares the student for engineering and gives them a insight into the profession. Huddled around a mechanical drawing table are Bob Allen and Jon Clarke. A new course just introduced into the high school is welding. It prepares the student to go directly into the trade. The masked marvels are Bob Thalacker and Phil Reilly. U Wi . 5.2.4-.'a.riifit IR I These industrious students are working in our new auto mechanics shop. Huddled around the truck are Ernie Tiechman, Don Cowles, Jim Jackson and Dave Goodwin. Ray Worthley is under the truck. Mrs. Thumser demonstrates a complex mathematical formula to budding algebra geniuses. asssga Getting a big charge out of Mr. Scrimgeour's useful control panel are physics class members Henry Moore, Craig Kallen, Pat Hubbard and Ralph Watts. Hacking, hammering and hewing their way to advanced woodshop techniques is Mr. Loveland's wood- shop class. Here the boys are finish- ing their work before the 1 1:22 buzzer sounds. l 1 -lf - , I' 1 'l'l EU .. . ,m 4., if 3, lil Q lie Q Sc.: 1 IO me 9.1 5 an M4 f 59-5,5 Learning a trade right in school is a great step toward meeting the needs and desires of all our students. At the printing press are Bob Thomas, A1 Fawcett, and .Tack Kelley. 26 H O M E M A K I Miss Mickelson and Mrs Woodworth helped Q n girls interested in the domestic side of life organize a homemaking club The girls learn how to improve their knitting and sewing tech- niques and talk over common problems. Instead of regular officers, the club elects a group chairman for each meeting who plans entertain- ment and refreshments. Pre . adolesce Y. The 1' lage a - hnd - nd moth Problem nse in 01-de C IS Stud. erhood - the Classs of a youngslte? unqe1'Slanc:Zd from infgiolhe Course Program- - Field trips Sgr the heh:-fvfgrough Speakers e I' afld nh-ince Library class learns filing, cataloging, how to check out books, where to shelve them, mending and labeling. Helping Mrs. Murphy are library assistants Charmaine Trudell Dorothy Hunter, Marcia Reynolds, Alex Leskevitch, Bill Fall, Doreen Lovejoy, Shelby Davis, Gerald Millar, Ellen King, Dick Armstrong, Bob Brooks, Nancy McKinley, Barbara Harper, Carol Brisendine, Donna Lidgey, Carolyn Cooper, Mrs. Murphy, Winifred Bearden, Sharon Hodgson. Not in picture: Sylvia Kramer. L I B R A R Y S ' ' T A F F H s M fd' Mrs. Marks instructs her retailers in the fine points of the business. Too numerous to name is this group of pros- pective mer- chants and business people. BHS is proud of its practical, realistic ap- proach to education. Mr. Parry volunteers some driving tips for Sue Wilson, while Jocelyn Watt and Anita Wood apparently back him up. Sylvia Chalk looks on from the left. Driver training is the school's contribution to safer, happier highways, and with interest in the course ever growing, we believe its effects will be felt throughout the community. 27 'IN v Nl VA A AV Do-Re-Mi ,, Welcome variety in nearly all of the choir's performances this year was provided by these girls who constitute the combined ensembles. All rehearsals are carried out on their own time when they meet once a week after school. At the district solo and ensemble festival none of them took lower than an excellent rating. Ever hear a choir member spouting stories of funny experiences at performances, the friendly rivalry be- tween the tenors and the choir, and the fun at rehearsals? He's right, it is fun. This year, the choir sang for the Birmingham Newcomer's Club, High-12, the Christmas assembly, and many other occasions. Members of the big happy family are, Row 1: S. Bernat, M. Crook, B. Gowans, C. Dorman, L. Roberts, M. Dombrowski, M. Davis, N. Kannell, C. Whitty, L. Buckner,M. Crawford, S. Minkley. Row 2: D. Kanppertz, L. M. Marsh, S. Pictured at the left is the ninth grade girls' gle e club formed this year under the direc- tion of Victor Ulrich. Chalk, N. Henning, P. MacDonald, J. Leach, R. Cudini, L. Mashaw, M. Viers, K. Gavic, D. Boileau. Row 3: M. Holcombe, J. Bujold, S. Sloat, M. Baldez, M. A. Bates, K. Kirn, B. Bigge, M. Soule, J. Jahn, B. McQueen, K. Grooms, S. McDonald. Row 4: B. Lyndall, B. Flury, J. Sweeting, E. Lewis, J. Ritner, R. Wall, S. Abbott, P. Abbott, M. Seyferth, S. French. Row 5: W. Bosley, B. Carlisle, H. Collins, B. Kinney, J. Hildebrand, J. Florez, P. Johnson, T. K'Burg, D. Campbell. 28 Com Po Poh! . A D Y, Left to right in semi-circle: Row 1: P. Booze, J. Kraft, J. Gassaway, .T. McMahon, J. Mange, L. Barber, J. Boulton. Row 2: A. Parnie, M. Weston, L. Lavis, J. Fall, J. Perkins, R. Barber, P. Britner, L. Reed, D. Kyker, D. Schwimmer, P. Hubbard. Row 3: J. Williams, H. Didier, L. Keifer, R. Garlitz, E. Nordstrom, J. Mills, P. Keeping order and running the affairs of the band are Kirk Lewis, vice- president, Judy Ritner, secretary, Mickey Plumstead, president, and Bobby Jackson, treasurer. Sectional rehearsals for an hour each week give band members a chance to iron out difficult spots in smaller groups. This is woodwind sectional. Fowler, M. Plumstead, S. Thompson, D. Silbar, M. Frank, T. Fetzer, C. Zinda, A. Worthley, R. Crawford, B. Owen, F. Barber, K. Lewis, T. Masters. Row 4: Arnold Berndt, N. DeBuigne, C. Waeschle,T. Halstead, J. Kroeger, B. Jackson, J. Kelly, B. Mange, J. Ritner. Not in picture: C. Cox, M. Chrysler, M. J. Allgire. A superior rating at the district band and orchestra festival climaxed a season of fine performances for the band. Football and basketball games, assemblies, Field Day, the Hallowe'en and Memorial Day parades, and Circa Scenium were among the events for which they performed. Arnold W. Berndt, known to his child prodigies as Chief , directs their efforts. iff' 29 For Relaxation A 'Y e ' w r, wb, ite S we ,, Q' ,A N- iff F, . 'fS',,4., f ,, iw 'WL fy- -iw .HM ,JS Q ,, . ,Q , K 4'fN5fI-'1fff-iE??fLH5k- I I ,im as f . 4 , -wr-vw? 4 . Q,-:ki Peter Guck and Don Adam, co-captains of the debate team, represented the school at the Metropolitan League final and in the State Regional Elimination contest. There's no business like show business certainly seems to be the thought on the minds of these girls as they open a performance of Circa Scenium with a chorus line that constantly got a tremendous hand from the audiences. , The Maple debate team won the Northern division of the Detroi Metropolitan Debate League with a six win-two loss record an: then won the Metropolitan League championship by beating th4 Southern division winner, De LaSalle. The varsity debate tean includes Peter Guck, Fred Shinnick, Don Adam, Dorothy Ojala Coach Charles Thumser, Dave Jokinen, Sue Spencer, and Joh: Hickman. In preparation for theWashington trip, Carol Black relies on Douglas Cleaners to help tidy up her ward- r o b e . S h a r o n Cummings lo o k s on approvingly. 2? 52 -.., pn fi: 'L i n ...mf x If 911 , .. O 1? .1 'J N-- 4...a J Q ,dl ...M 'g l ii' I1 -Y -'i H. ul YL ,I V v , T 4 u ' , - 5. 'Y is--1 Supervising a paste up job of the bi-weekly paper is first semester editor-in-chief Vir- ginia Robertson. Some of her staff members were Bill Hayes, ad manager, Paula Mc- Donald, Kirk Lewis, circulation manager, Judith Anderson, feature editor, Ted Schwarz, sports editor, Charles Weir, Jim Barr,busi- ness managerg Judy Shoresgand Jerry Florez, associate editor. ies- Q Editors of the Highlander staffs this year are Virginia Robertson, .Terry Florez, and Judith Anderson. 'ar-J ' KW fafijijii ,L , fi, , . r in f 1 The Highlander staff not only writes and does paste-up, but also stuffs the paper, or puts thc slipsheet and Roto into it ready for circula- tion. Stuffing.: are Bob Karch, Ralph Watts, Jim Wheeler, .Ian McColl, Chuck Weir, Linda Land- snacs, Chuck Smith, Pat Keegan, Chuck Hoke, 1mdDit'k Britner. Last January, Birmingham played host to an Area Press conference. Judy Shores,secretary of the conference, and Sylvia Chalk assist Kingswood delegates Lois Chapman, Susy Beardsley, Robin Bovard, and Martha Bemis at registration. journalism work on other projects. Here Dave Jok- inen and Ted Schwarz are plan- ning the visitors' brochure, Dick Britner and Chuck Weir work on the basketball tourney program, while Bob Gasser edits the stu- dent handbook for newcomers. Ji! W Last minute instructions to the Piper ad staff are handed outby ad manager Sharon Cummings and Bill Hayes, her assistant. Kent Smith was high salesman with 11 ads. Other go-getters are Linda Landsnaes, Joanne Pedder, Beth Saylor, Jane Boyd, Carol Cowgill, Linda Ball, Betty Quillian, Penny Sears, Pat Don- aldson, Helen Meily, Marilee Podlesak. Mr. Helmrich, adviser, compares notes with his editors and managers. Pete Thomas, business mana- ger, Judy Shores, sales manager, Barb Bigge, associ- ate editor, Ted Schwarz, sports editor, Linda Loomis, editor, Mr. Helmrich. 513 E552 Washington group members re- ceive six Capital Boimds to acquaint them with the forthcomingjourney. Here conferring are editors Linda Miller, Linda Landsnaes, Bob Thalacker, Jim Barr, Pat Keegan and Dave Bell. Who's this? ask copywriters Martin Abb r e c ht , Karen Grooms, Dick Thalacker, Judy Shores, Joanne Pedder and Alice Basford while Barb Bigge gives Bob Ketchum a few pointers on page layout. Paste-ups are checked by Karen Gavic, Jane Racine, Linda Loomis and Ted Schwarz. fd ff GAA This y e a r Birmingham played host to the annual Eastern Michigan League GAA playday. Here Miss Reid ex- plains how the group will split up into teams for volleyba1l,basket- ball and trampoline. J4- Archery is a new sport for GAA this year, although the gym classes learned the funda- mentals last spring. Betty Jean Paulette and Jane Fisher take aim, f?J Spring training! no I .M f-,AMW Q. ?,figi l -' :mi 2: W Af These acrobats, seen at Circa Scenium spend a lot of time tumbling on the mats and working on the trampoline. In the pryamid are Marilyn Peters, Margaret Seyferth, Gail Toepfer, Claire DeNador, Cinder Kelley, and Ann Seymour. Doing the double hand- stand are Carol Dorman, hori- zontal, and Alice Basford, vertical. Even with the increased number of students in the gym classes, the new gym has proved more than equal to their needs. Several activities can be car- ried on at once, or the whole class may participate in one activity. Tumbling seems to be what's fun on the slate for today. The trampoline was a new thing for most of the girls at playday and was a major attraction. With Mr. Parry and Mrs Dillon coaching, many got their first lesson in the fundamentals of Jumping The water ballet, presented jointly with Barnum Duck! You're outnumbered! Nancy Hay, Sue Daly, Emily Berz, Marie Joynt, and Linda Daly give you five seconds to get out of range. this year, was a real success. It ran for four nights with complete sellouts each night. Linda Miller and Mary Ann Bates join in the finale after their excellent precision duet. .JL - .sf 4 wi- , K- L V .v . Do you know how to play rabbit? Cheer- leaders .To Weisler, Pat Booze, Carol Dorman, Alice Richards, Sally Wilkinson, Ann McDonald, Jane Boyd, and Kitty Kirn. gs- Under police sponsorship, the members of Lightening Rods build and study sturdy custom jobs. Shown here are Henry Moore, Tom Lenane, BobThal- acker, Bill McBride, Phil Reilly, Dave Hershey, Alan Bumpus, John Conroy, Jon Ross, Jim LaPine, and Ed DuCharme. E' , 'MS' 4 S ??:Q'ff3Q av 5 X E' .I 1 n. gg if '-F' 'R 35 ? nf Q. x 4 Y xi y ax XT . ,. . , N A L Q rg , , l ii V .6 ri i Civil Air Patrol Aside from drill and practicing military courtesy CAP studies engineering, aer- onautical procedure, maintenance of plane and aviation, and engages in varied social activities. Row 1: G. Baker, C. Old, J. Tillotson. Row 2: B. Owen, P. Thomas, B. Mange, W. New- man. Row 3: R. Hibbard, J. Masterton M. Seyferth, J. Kerly, C. Cooper, L. Granger, L. Reed, J. Evans, P. Heming- way. Row 4: F. Shinnick, B. Noyes, B. Heneger, M. Koshinken, J. Simons, J. Apsey, F. Vickers, D. Johnson, R. Johnson, G. Barr, D. Hall, C. Feldman. 7 Civil Defense Counci The Civil Defense Council is ix charge of the Torch Drive, ana worked with the city-school De- fense Council in planning firs aid in case of emergency. Rowl B. Rice, A. Van Kirk, C. Harris P. Guck, Mr. Goodrich, J. Frost J. Hayes. Row 2: J. Leach, L Garlitz, unidentified, S. Carmick B. Heath, J. Bujold, C. Shattuck C. Kelly, M. Podlesak. Row 3 M. Richards, S. Browne, F. Shin- nick, C. Christie. F5 Many couples were seen at the mid-winter dance, Blue Hawaii, presented by CTA. Leis and unique programs were given as souveniers. . ll! ng, :j ' A7: 5113 I s X M-3? 5 Q-W N'-C1 L.-...-1 '--- 'I . it l' E if Q i ? WH , a - Q k,,,A Patil' Row 1: A. Fairbanks, J. Appleford, J. Florez, T. Schwarz, D. Gilchrist, C Weir, N. Carlisle, J. LeMessurier, S. Browne, M. Knights, B. Quillian. Row 2: A. Borchert, C. Dorman, B. Minor, D. Hershey, J. Florez, Miss Allen, H. Col- well, S. Woonton, L.Miller,A.Richards, Here are .Tack Surrell and Jackson as they L. Coleman. Row 3: B. Dove, T. Beck, J. Hubert, P. Chapman, J. Kraus, T. Laundry, D. Morgan, G. Mutch, J. John- son. Not in picture: B. Appleford, D. Colwell, S. Colwell, B. Thalacker, S. Wilkinson. 1- . N 1 X fi Y, i Assembly Club Assembly club is one of the most important organiza- tions in the school. With the assistance of Miss Allen, the club plans the majority of the school's assemblies. Suc- cessfully leading the club this year were Doug Colwell, presidentg Jerry Florez, vice president, Nancy Car- lisle, secretary, and Bob Thalacker, treasurer. Meet- ing every two weeks, the club has interesting speakers and plans future programs. ll Assemblies this year in- cluded speakers from Russia, a song leader, pep assemblies, a hypnotist, basketball players, Christ- mas program, Southland singers, Dickens and Mac- beth characterizations, and a badminton demonstration. Caught in an expressive scene during an assembly of modern dance are the Bennington dancers. entertain the student body. F U-f' 42 The old candy counter wnicn nad become such a familiar sight in the lunchroom was replaced this spring with a larger new one which will hold a week's supply of candy and school supplies. T H E S P I A N S if 2 P R O S C E N I U W ..- M.. . A , My WWW if-M N' Row 1: B. Allen, J. Howard, C. Goldstein, S. Wilkinson, P. MacDonald, H. Sponsel, D. Waeschle, B. Bigge, J. Frost, P. Guck, K. Lewis, J. Hickman, B. Mallender, T. Tabor. Row 2: Seated: B. Luscombe, C. Coffin, R. Miller, J. Barr, M. Knights, D. Jokinen, P. McDonald, S. Wilson, M. Davis. Row 3: M. J. Delahanty, J. Pedder, J. Brown, S. Chalk, P. Luscombe, P. Andrus, N. Tischer, R. Gubbins, C. Hulett, B. Aikens, J. Polhemus, M. Fulton, J. Wagner, B. Carlisle, G. Leland, S. Harley, E. Lewis, C. Mickelson, L. Landsnaes, J. Weber, L. Moore, J. Kasten, L. Ball. Row 4: K. Kittle, L. Cobb, M. VonRosen, Mrs. Coffin, D. Straud, Mr. Coffin, P. del?-eaubien, D. Ojala, J. Webster, J. Webster. Mrs. Berrien Ketchum's membership call for the Thes- pians, the freshmen and sophomore dramatics club, was answered by a mob of eager actors and backstage hands. Their first project was selling for The Village Players' Ticket-of-Leave Man to establish a treasury. Then came classes in makeup, staging, and props for students in- terested. They also conducted a workshop on Thornton Wi1der's Our Town, rehearsing scenes and learning lines for practice. As Dean Coffin aptly put it, Proscenium is a dramatics group organized to cause a coke and cookie shortage in Birmingham. This year they presented a play in-the- round entitled You Can't Take it With You. ,F i,Wf..l'!iW!rl. li8,l3t? X351 1 fl' WM!! Lfkrm 5' W 555 f 'el 15 vi t .w:!yl,f,, W' , 0 5: 141:72 X , 4:2 . u ,f I 52 N -3 I CQ. Q Q . lid 1, I 5 I ' 1 X 'B if i MM -.Q 9:1 .1 ' 1 X' ' ,,.:,qn-as-OFM 5 x fi fs N x ' IX f Future Nurses Club Row 1: P. Hubbard, P. Vliet, N. Tisher. Row 2: J. Howell, M. Wilson, S. Hodgson, M. Podlesak, M. Bumpus, M. Rummel, J. Averill. Row 3: 45 B. Saylor, S. Walaikainen, C. Cowgill, C. Linck, K. Gavic, P. Donaldson, M. Glass, P. Sears, P. Nelson, K. Grooms, M. Henagen, S. Spencer. 5 . SPLAT lScientitic Pursuit of Logical Art Techniquel Seated: T. Frank, M. Crouch,C Lahodney, M. Fenwick, K. Wilson, L. Gray, S. Spencer, H. Coonley, C. Goodhue. Standing: J.Kel1ey, A f 1 A. Fuhrmamo. G1bb0nS,A. Ham- 4' ner, J. Hogan, N. Brown, S. Taylor. sf 3 Retailing Club Row 1: D. Thornton, R. Yager, C. Veirs, D. Clark, N. Smith, R. Allison, C. McA11ison, B. Buckley, N. Petrak, J. Warner. Row 2: L. Heimbecker, J. Zoulek, T.Kaiser, D. Schoenberg, L. Fraser, C. Bartelson, R. Shave, G. Walraith, M. Hicks, D. Kristola, S. Hisle- man, H. Greene. , , , W H1 .f v.,f gig, Q W b t, ,ZZ 9 bffw, ef' , ,.e,Ye 9,6 h e w1v ,pQvD Pep Club Cheerleaders: S. Wilkinson, P. Booze, K. Kirn, C. Dorman, A. Richards, J. Weisler, A. McDonald. Row 1 J. Florez, K. Mackenzie, D. Baldwin, J. Boyd, H. Black, J. Brown, J. Webster, Mrs. Clark, J. Webster B. Stradinger, S. Chalk, J. Fairbairn, C. Black, L. Landsnaes. Row 2: S. Garvy, K. Berry, J. Pedder B. Flury, R Vliet, B. Aldred, L. Cobb, J. Frost, J. Watt, B. Bigge, C. Harris, J. Polhemus, S. Parrish J. Boyd. Row 3: M. Olson, M. Withington, J. Cummings, J. Reynolds, A. Shenefield, S. Abbott, C. Pillon S. Dusbieber, B. Dodds, J. McDaniel, S. Doherty, C. Coffin, L. Ball. Row 4: M. Bachman, P. Strang K. Moynahan, P. Jackson, M. K.Whiting, M. Harabedian, N. Carlisle, C. McLeese, K. Pomeroy, G. Townsend J. LeMessurier, S. Wilson, J. Pike, P. Babcock. Row 5: S. Begg, J. Kasten, M. J. Clark, C. Goodhue C. Link, R. Rue, R. Greiner, A. Van Kirk, D. Williams, T. McKewen, B. Quillian, S. Sanders, L. Walters Row 6: N. DuCharme, A. Toepfer, R. Reed, L. Lewis, K. Bigge, L. Gray, R. Heller, J. Brady, B. Milligan P. Wagner, G. Walter. Row 7: G.Guck, C. Negri, M. Timmerman, S. Savage, S. Browne, T.Vose, P. Harman M. Wilson, B. Shinnick, E. Roehm, S. Schlacter, N. Clark, S. Moon. Varsity Club Row 1: Mr. Petrakis, R. Hibbard, B. Terry, J. Barger, D. Campbell, B. Minor, B. Appleford, T. Schwarz M. Plumstead, J. LaPine, R. Miller, D. Roehm, Mr. Secontine. Row 2: R. Hood, M. Bird, E. Sisler, T. Stinson F. Bevis, J. Glass, B. Luscombe, J. Mills, B. Thalacker, D. Colwell, B. Jackson, Row 3: T. Rockwell R. Watts, E. Hubbard, P. Fowler, L. Coleman, M. Groves, T. Rickelman, J. Watkinson, L. Vela, H. Johnson, K. Fowler, J. Taup, J. Beck, J. Kraus, Mr. Myers. l I viz M 'fr' isa Rodio Workshop 'X i 1 5 Gorgons Formed last year, the Garcon club ably serves at school ban- quet and affairs. The mem- bers are: Row 1 - Roger Mil- ler, Hartley Collins, Pete MacDonald, Darill Perry, Bruce Satterla, Stewart Sch- ultz, Bill Schultz. ROW 2- Jocelyn Watt, Mary Fulton, Peggy deBeaubien, Linda Landsnaes, Joanne Pedder, Patty Jackson, Carol Klein, Ellen King, Carolyn Killing, Barb Bigge, Janet Weber, Sylvia Chalk, Sue Wilson, Row - 3 Kathy Berry, Meri- delle Knights, Paula McDon- ald, Sue Harley, Bev Strad- inger, Judy Shores, Sally Wilkinson. Q a fe 7' Q' gf-xi,..1i ff ,gg if all if , as Photo Guild The Photo Guild, under the able direction of president John Hickman, trains those in- terested in all phases of pho- tography. Inspecting the photo equipment are Paul Dremann, Dick Geggie, John Hickman, Bob Teed, Vallerie Benway, Bill Mealy, Jim Mock, Pete Mosher, John Hobart, Tom Halsted. The Radio Workshop has proved to be one of the most active organizations in school, broadcasting weekly programs and building a library of recorded sound and theme music. The radios amateurs are: Row 1 - Beatrice Snyder, Robin Reed, Marilee Podlesak, Phil Ludwig, Pat Donaldson, Bob Terry, Arlene Arlt, Jim Gillen. Row 2 - Judy Shores, Walter Herdrich , Helen Meily, Pete Mitchell, Allen Bumpus, Noel Stookey, Mrs. Clark, Allan Fuhrmann, Dave Gibbons, Jim Leach, Midge Clark, Connie Lahodny, Carl Foltz. 47 Le Cercle Frongois ' I Row 1 - Jane Kasten, CarolKlein,Jan Brady, Mary Morrow, Sandy Skinner. Row 2 - Sue Harley, Paula Luscombe, Connie Hulett, Sandra Bernat, Connie Lahodney. Row 3 - Barbara Aikens, Noel Cloutier, Janie Racine, Jean Masterton, Lynn Buckner. Row 4 - Patty Jackson, Louisa Roberts, Mary Ellen Henningan, Cella Coffin, Sheilla Traynor. Row 5 - Maribel Rumrnel, Nancy Bearss, Alex Atwood, Lea Mae Marsh, Ginny Carlson, Margaret Von Rosen, Angela Matthesius, Row 6 - Margaret Glass, Mary Michelson, Mary Ellen Budd, Susan Doherty, Ann McDonald, Robin Reed, Betsy Gray, Gen Leland, Ed Sisler, Jocelyn Watt, Ellen Lewis, Sarah Reed. Row 7 - Barbara Janisse, Joanne Pedder, Ann Parnie, Dorothy Schwimmer, Gordon Provan, Mr. Cooch, Betty Aldred. Row8- Bill Mallender, Bill Minor, Jim Hogan, Janet Brown, Barbara Bigge, Beth Flury, Linda Landsnaes, Nancy Walser. Row 9 - Russ Hibbard, Martha Sharples, Carolyn Greve, Nancy Wangberg. Row 1 - Howard Fithian, Polly Vliet, Meridelle Knights, Carol Black, Mike Groves. Row 2 - Donna Watts, Judy Boyd, Pat Babcock, Jane Gruber, Linda Hunt, Jo Beechler, Pat Marshall, Bob Sutton. Row 3 - Mary Jane Delehanty, Helen Crooks, Cinder Kelly, Carolyn McLeese, Kay Kittle, Helen Coonley,Judith Anderson, Ginny Baker, Miss Louis, Shirley Laning. Row 4 - Nancy Tischer, Fred Schinnick, Judy Shores, John Howard, Brian Connelly, Bill Faye, Jim Taup, Judy Hogan, Rita Skaaren. W1 .4 Flf W,,g'pi lc 4 Los Cosmopolitos N f ffl!!! Row 1: C. Weir, J. Wheeler, B. Karch, T. Schwarz, G. Mutch, B. Thalacker, D. Thalacker. Row 2 - D. Colwell, D. Gilchrist, M. Plumstead, J. Wedge, D. Dorough, D. Schwarz, P. Chapman, B. Lavery, D. Morgan. Row 3 - B. Appleford, J. Campbell, B. Beatty, T. Sheehan, C. Christie, J. Johnson, J. Kraus, P. Mullin, D. Dupuis. Not in picture - D. Hershey. Block ond White Row 1 - P. Babcock, S. Abbott, B. Stradinger, J. Weisler, N. McCombe, J. Gruber, J. Brown, J. LeMessurier, S. Reed. Row 2 - P. Jackson, P. Abbott, S. Wilson, J. Watt, J. Pike, S. Cummings, K. Mackenzie, G. Townsend, J. Jahn, J. McDaniel. Row 3 - J. Symons, M. Bachman, J. Polhemus, B. Negri, S. Doherty, L. Williams, C. Pillon, A. VanKirk, J. Fairbairn, J. Florez, J. Cooper. Row 4 - S. Begg, A. Toepfer, J. Averill, R. Greiner, P. Booze, P. Spencer, K. Moynahan, J. Cummings, N. McKenzie, N. Ham- mond, K. Pomeroy. Row 5 - V. Robertson, S. Parrish, J. Webster, L. Walters, J. Webster, N. Dowd, J. Kasten,S. Kelly, C. Klein. Not in picture - J. Caryl, J . Buettner, N. Yarnall. CTA Row 1- T. Laundry, T. Stinson, L. Sutfin, H. Moore, B. Renfrew, D. Campbell, J. Osler J. Clarke. Row 2 - T. Rickelman, J. Barger, T. Hotchkiss, B. Terry, F. Bevis, M Schlaack, B. Minor, B. Gasser. Row 3 - S. Stinson, B. Stahl, B. Leland, P. Mitchell J. Conroy, D. Keener, J. Ross, B. Goldsmith, D. Andreae. Row 4 - T. Tjaarda, J Sergeson, M. O'Connor, R. Hotchkiss, B. Dove, B. Fay, D. Stiffler, B. Smith, Row 5 - E. Gierok, R. Mitchell, J. Taup, S. Rosenquist, B. Terry, B. Hutchings, B. Lewis, D Frazer, B. Gove, B. Libby, J. Price, D. Gibbons. Not in picture -G. Stinnett, D Green, D. Guest. Row 1 V Fugmann M. Cooper, B. Harper. Row 2 - Mrs. Darling, C. Kinna, P. Janicky J Wilson Row 3- B. Lender, P. Barnum, A. Printz, C. Camp, B. Broegman, x Not in picture K. Blackwood, D. Blackwood, S. Mitchell. DOB B Emerald Key QV Row 1 - N. Hay, B. Hagan, J. Birrell, J. Noonan. Row 2 - N. Palmer, M. Latham, M Chrysler, R. Engelhardt, L. Mashaw, E. Reed, C. Fredrickson. Row 3 - D. Clark, J King, N. DeBuigne. Not in picture - B. Gowans, N. Kannell, S. French. Row 1 - F. Chesna, M. Bird,R.Watts, K. Fowler, C. Smith, B. Carlisle, D. Adam. Row 2 - J. Leach, P. Marshall, D. Lewis, J. Plexico, J. Harwood, H. Sponsel, B. Luscombe, K. Lewis, J. Glass. Row 3 - D. Long, S. Thompson, C. Hoke, B. Sickenberger, L. Vela, B. Surridge, W. Herdrich, D. Campbell. Row 4 - P. Fowler, P. Kass, B. Ketchum, B. Scott, R. Hibbard, J. Helgeson, A. Lee, T. York, N. Stookey. FHS ' um ff M e X.. ,JM E.-A.. Row 1 - D. Roehm, B. Hayes, P. MacDonald, L. Coleman, D. Babbitt, B. Donaldson, R, Miller, D. Parry, B. Brown. Row 2 - A. Bumpus, J. Mills, B. Jackson, J. Fredericks, J. Anderson, P. Reilly, H. Johnson, M. DeHaan, B. Streib. Row 3 - B. Stevenson, J. Howard, R. Smith, M. Carlson, R. Nordman, D. Powers, J. Sturgess, D. Jokinen, J. Bell, J. Beck, E. Sisler. Row 4 - T. Beck, J. Archer, B. Jenkins, B. Hohmeyer, D. Bell, B. Martin, J. VanA1styne, B. Brooks, K. Flack, D. Cornila, B. Watkinson, Row 5 - B. Haugh, B. Barber, E. Goodfellow, L. Girard, B. Beiser, J. Watkinson, D. Straud, B. Hestevold, D. Waeschle,J.Owens, T. Halvorson, B. Wright, E. DuCha.rme. Not in picture: J. Sweet, J. Weldy, D. Dimock, D. Sheldon. Row 1 - D. Boileau, C. Middleton,D.Kopf, C. Cowgill, G. Wagner, B. Lewis, J. Gietz, J. Koggenhog A. Basford. Row 2 - B. McQueen, V. Thomson, M. Millar, A. Severs, L. Barber, E. Olmstead, I Pagel, J. Stark, A. Arlt, K. Grooms. Row 3 - L. Zaino, J. McColl, M. Morrell, C. Koehler, lv Peters, V. Benway, B. Corkery, D. Fly, B. Meyer. Sapphire ,M M i i 'W T Q - , mn ,-.--f fi ,I , 'C' iw' fl 1. Tioro i Elm Row l - S. Laning, N. Walser, M. Baldez, C. Goldstein, J. Ritner, M. Fulton, K. Kittle, C. Coffin, E. Lewis. Row 2 - J. Heller, M. Crook, R. Gubbins, V. Carlson, B. Little, K. Gavic, S. Sloat, H. Coonley, A. Best, P. Donaldson,M. Podlesak. Row 3 - S. Traynor, M. Knights, M. Strasler, A. Voss, N. Henning, L. M. Marsh, M.VonRosen, C.Goodhue, S. Spencer, J. Ruslander, D. Ojala. Row 4 - M. J. Delahanty, H. Chanay, L. Hunt, P. McDonald,S. Taylor, B. Baker, H. Coonley, S. Keene, M. Beck, S. McDonald, B. Harris, P. Sears. Row 5 - C. Schaub, H. Lewis, G. Toepfer, S. Brennen, S. Allen, B. Noch, A. Hamner, J. Beechler, B. Saylor, M. Seyferth, S. Overgard, N. Wangberg, C. Greve, S. Haldane. Not in picture - P. Nelson, C. Buker. Row 1 - C. Black, E. Cobb,K. Kirn, B. Aldred, J. Pedder, R. Skaaren, J. Frost, K. Berry. Row 2 - G Smith, A. McDonald, R. Wall, L. Landsnaes,B. Lyndall, J. Shores, L. Miller, L. Ball, S. Dusbeiber P. Vliet, B. Quillian, C. Sutfin. Row3 - L. Moore, B. Flury, M. K. Whiting, L. Bennett, A. Richards J. Essig, C. Howlett, S. Colwell, B. Bigge, C. McLeese, A. Duffield, D. Baldwin, Row 4 - J. Weber J. Boyd, N. Tischer J. Pedder, H. Black, N. Carlisle, C. Harris, B. Timmerman, J. Boyd, D. Wil- liams, L. Williamsy, C. Kelly, C. Sloane, B. Nordstrom, J. Reynolds. Row 5 - T. McKewen, N Harrigan, P. Palmer, B. Dodds, M. A. Bates, S. Colbert, M. Goode, A. Borchert, S. Wilkinson, N Lewis, S. Garvy, M. Harabedian, S. Sanders, M.Withington, M. Olson, A. Shenefield. Not in picture - C. McDonald, M. Knecht, J. Fisher, S. Stanton, S. Woonton. .1 ' gym. l 4-V V, , . v i Tri-A Bl D With a Rousing Cheer Qvllal-fbfi viii xsmfiinn + . COACH DUNCAN HE LMRICH Maple Harriers of 1952 Stiff competition gave the Maple harriers a rough, tough '52 season with few victories, but lots of experience. The Maples began the season with a 40-18 loss to Ypsilanti. The second run also ended in a failure when the harriers lost to Walled Lake 33-22. The first winfor the season was against Port Huron 22-37. Next Hazel Park, always tough, met Birmingham, winning 38-20. Lincoln Park showed superiority in the fifth meet of the season out-pointing the Maples 43-19. The harriers, how- ever, held their own in the League meet by finishing second to Hazel Park for the second year. Lettermen were Captain Kirk Lewis, Ed Hubbard, Tom Frank, Mike Bird, Ken Fowler, Tom Rockwell, Luis Vela, Bill Davies, Howard Johnson, Bob Luscombe, Jim Taup, and manager Tom Tabor. Back row: T. Tabor, Manager, W. Newman, R. Mange, J. Kelly, M. Abbrecht, W. Herdrich, D. Gibbons, T. Frank, P. Fowler, F. Roeben, Coach Duncan Helmrich. Front row: J. Taup, W. Davies, R. Luscombe, T. Rockwell, E. Hubbard, Capt. K. Lewis, H. Johnson, L. Vela, K. Fowler, M. Bird. '- .i .N ll fl' st' -' 1 U 56 A Path Hewn Through The Woods From tangled woods to a tough but interesting cross country course - that was the achievement of the '52 cross country squad. Supervising the task of clearing the course were Coach Duncan Helmrich and athletic director Frank Whitney. Pictured are Captain Kirk Lewis, Tom Rockwell, and Bob Luscombe, just three of the squad members who hacked their way over a two-mile course. Not only did the Maples have to contend with chopping their way through the woods, but poison ivy also gave trouble. Soon most of the hazards were eliminated and the new course was chosen for the site of next season's league meet. MAROON RUNNERS AT WORK - I CAPTAIN KIRK LEWIS 57 1 The Highest Accolode Winner of the highest honor a boy can achieve in Birmingham high school is Larry Coleman, named to the Johnson memorial award for 1953. Based on the highest qualities of athletics and scholarship, this award is sought after by every boy in school. Known as Rebel , Larry excels in both ath- letics and the classroom. He has six letters, one football, three swimming, and two tennis. He played creditable end on this season's grid squad and was a hard worker with afierce desire to win. By far his best sport is swimming. When Larry gracefully executed a difficult dive, spec- tators and swimmers alike admired his ease and perfection. The best diver in the history of Bir- mingham, he was given a fitting tribute by Coach Myers, Larry is an All-American. In his three years of varsity swimming he won two Eastern Michigan League titles, was class B state champion in 1952 and placed third in class A this year after qualifying first in the prelim- inaries. Judges of the meet remarked afterwards that his was the finest high school diving they had seen in years. He was awarded this year's Gold- smith trophy, swimmers' highest award. Scholastically Larry also ranks high, main- taining a B plus average throughout high school. Larry is also active in Student Congress and Assembly club and was president of his junior class. Larry richly deserved the Johnson memorial award. Its standard is high each passing year, and it will continue to grow in spirit if boys of his stature continue to win it. Grid Review Making a valiant effort to live up to the standards set by last year's team, the 1952 Maple football squad compiled a record of five wins, three losses, and one tie. The team was erratic, turning in a good performance one week and losing to a poor team the next. The Maples shone brightest against Romulus, East Detroit, and Berkley. Last June head coach Vincent Secontine began to laud the Romulus 11g and by the time the game rolled around last fall, every Maple fan expected to see the locals completely outclassed by the much-heralded Eagle outfit. But playing heads-up spirited football the underdog Maroons beat the Romulus boys by a count of 13-0. The shutout was the first scored against Romulus in nine years. Two weeks later the Maples walloped Mt. Clemens, also 13-0. After the victory against the Bathers, the locals invaded Ferndale and barely escaped with a 14- 14 deadlock. Following the tie with Ferndale an injury- ridden Birmingham team took on Hazel Park there. A spirited Viking team dropped the Maples 13-6. Bouncing back from two straight winless games, the Maples defeated a mediocre East Detroit team 13-6 at Pierce field. Now boasting a record of three wins in five games, the Maples met one of the state's best teams, the undefeated Port Huron club. Port Huron overwhelmed the Maples 27-7 in a hard fought duel in which the Maples were outclassed. Waterford was next for the locals. Playing heads-up football, they defeated the Skippers 14-6. Sparked by a powerful running attack, the Maples, tuning up for the annual Royal Oak Thanksgiving Day game, turned back the Berkley Bears at Berkley 27-6. Having won two straight Turkey Day battles the Maples had forced the Royal Oak spirit to the boiling point. Working to get back the Jug, the Acorns sank the Maples 18-6 at Pierce Field on a cold day and a muddy gridiron. M. ,L d..-ve , -, - I ,. , R4 y .y N.. i ,Q .., mx if , ... N if x as fit? .- fm S . It , 1- - al .em .1 1, , . ' D 1ii?55wfi .t.3s x i'if ' ' a W if ' Qs W . 'nf 'i 'W Zee a .P if S' F lift? 5 f v xx it 5 fi 3 r fir- The 1952 Maple football board of strategy consisted of John Petrakis, backfield coachg Vincent Secontine head coach Gordon Mutch, captaing Lewis Parry, line coach. Maple Gridiron Leaders Captain Gordon Mutch, switched from fullback to left-half, was far-and- away the team's most outstanding individual performer. Gordie was the leading ground gainer, best punter, top scorer, and leader in punt returns. The running attack was sparked by Mutch, Bill Donaldson, and John Monaghan, who averaged 4,8 yards per carry, tops for the team. Playing fullback, Donaldson was most reliable as a power weapon. Quarterback Bob Appleford sparked one of the best Maple passing attacks. Apps completed 23 of 44 passes for an average of 13.9 yards per completion. Bob Karch provided the Maples with depth in this department, his completed passes averaging 19.5 yards. Most of App1eiord's and Karch's passes were caughtby sophomore end Bill Watkinson and Mutch. Watkinson snagged nine aerials and Mutch seven. End Larry Coleman provided good support for the Maple punting attack when Mutch was out with a broken hand. Plagued all year by a leg injury, Jim Wheeler was second behind Mutch in the punt return department. Leading in the kickoff returns column was Bob Karch with an average of 18.3 yards per carry. Handling all the kickoff chores, Mutch also led the team in scoring with 56 pointsg Donaldson was second with 25g Monaghan third with 18. 60 The Birmingham Maples exif , 1' 7 n - 4 First Row: Chuck Weir, Dick Alexander, Bill Donaldson, Fred Bevis, Captain Gordon Mutch. Bill Ferguson, Merrill Schlaack, Larry Coleman, Tom Rickelman,JackWatkinson, Second Row: George Stites, managerg Coach Vincent Secontine, Don Dupuis. Doug Colwell, Russ Nordman, John Monaghan, Bob Appleford, Bob Thalacker, Glenn Ayers, Jon Clarke, Dave Hamil, Lewis Parry, line coachg John Petrakis, backfield coach. Third Row: Bill Watkinson, Ebbie Goodfellow, Howard Blake, Payson Chapman, Jerry Wedge, Jim Wheeler, Bill Hohmeyer,Jerry Beck, George Stinnett, Mitchell Foster. Fourth Row: Tom Beck, Kirk Flack, John Hubert, Jim Owens. Not in picture: Howard Christie, Bob Karch, Dick Thalacker, Sideline football at the Berkley game. J. Lewis, J. Clarke, Coach Secontine. John Monaghan, No. 64, going Tai1b2.Ck Bob Karch is finally around left end for 0ne of his stopped by a Berkley Bear after many long gains againgt Royal 8 sizeable gain.Othel' identifiable Oak, Other players are Tom play9I'S are CA Ch1'iSfi9,53SJ91'YY Rickelman, 72, Don Dupuis, 58g Beck, 28, and B. Watkinson, 51. Bob Appleford, 67, 5, . Q , . Q .. ' ' . ,L 1 ' ' V dYi uif'9li'A-Z!l lXiw.wi1T5K 1 Nw 3971!-z 5' ' iz -Q-IDBI If '7 CW TS-a. 31lS, Reserve Squad of '52 .fiv Top Row: P. Mullin, D Geggie, T. York, D. Fowler, D. Dunn, Second Row: Coach K. Ambrose, H. Foot, J. Mackenzie, D. Fraser, J. Johnson, E. Gierok, B. Stevenson, R. Smith, Third Row: B. Dove, J. Buick, B. W'right, S. Rosenquist,J. Sloan, C. Erickson, D Morgang Bottom Row: E. Foze, B. Lavery. B. Thomson, T. Lundberg, E. Teichman, B. Brooks. Reserve Gridders Frosh Gridders Under the direction of Kermit Ambrose, the reserve football The members of the freshman squau showed great promise squad played six games last season, scoring 58 points to their during the last season. Fundamentals and sportsmanship were opponents 97, but showed promise for the varsity team. The stressed in every practice session and observedin every game. reserves beat East Detroit and the freshmen. Although the final record, two wins and four losses. was not Don Fraser was leading scorer on the team and plays impressive, team spirit was high. fullback. The frosh scored 50 points defeating Berkley and Cranbrook. Bottom Row: D. Spehar, T. Waters, J. Donaldson, J. Brown, J. Groves, D. Kyker, E. Leavenworth, B, Wedge, T. Baldwin, S. Daly, Second Row: T. Harris, L. Melford, N. Colbert, A. Fairbanks, D. Weir W. Geggie, J. Rennell, G. Bevis, G. Dennison, Third Row: M. Brokan - manager, D. Chaffee - manager, B. Olsen, K. Van Kirk, R. Waud, B, Machus, D. Shaw, H. Mitchell, D. Nolta, C. Zinda, B. Swaney, H. Love- land - coach, Top Row: G. Huffman, B. Hohmeyer, D. Foote, D. Phillips, J. Appleford - captain, L. Hani- fan, P. Hubert, D.' Dexter, B. Schnapp, D. Haugh, B. Emde, B. Deer - manager. 1 Q . -. new 62 Frosh Squad of '52 Back row: B. Martin, Manager,R. Terry, T. Sellner, D. Lewis, J. Lewis, W. Geggie, P. Hubert, F. Mabley, D. Coyle, J. VanHook, T. Adlong, R. Libby, B. Bannard. Middle row: J. Sturgess, G. Stinnett, J. Kelly, R. Hibbard, B. Terry, D. Schwarz, T. Halvorson, J. Campbell, H. Knorr, J. Sloane, R. Hood,J. Taup, M. DeHaan. Front row: Coach J. Jay Myers, T. Sheehan, E. Sisler, D. Gilchrist, R. Thalacker, D. Campbell, T.Schwarz, Captain, L. Coleman, R. Smith, K. Lewis, J. Hickman, K. Fowler. League Champions for Fifth Time Carrying on the winning tradition, the Maple swimming squad won ll out of 12 dual meets, copped the fifth consecutive Eastern Michigan League title, and then became Birmingham's first team to compete in a class A state meet. Two Maple swimmers qualified in some of the roughest class A competition in many years. But if all the tankers could have been there Birmingham's eleventh place would have been bettered. The squad's dual meet season started with a one-point victory over Hazel Park. At the end of the seventh contest it was impossible mathematically to lose the meet even if swim- mers were disqualified in the two remaining relays. They were disqualified but still won by one point, the closest meet by total points but not the closest in competition of the season. The team took eight out of nine firsts in the second meet to sink Ferndale. Next to fall victim of the Maples was the Pontiac meet in which George Bumpy Stinnett set, a new school record in the 120-yard individual medley with the time of 1:26. Dave Campbell and George Stinnett are the first men on the swimming team ever to finish in a dead heat in a race. They accomplished this feat in the Mt. Clemens meet, which the Maples handily won and became co-holders of the new 150-yard individual medley of l:50.1. The Maples invaded Plymouth's new pool as the second team to swim in it and set three records while swamping the Rocks. For the second time in the year, the tankers took eight of nine first places in trouncing Trenton. But perfection was achieved against Port Huron when the squad seized all firsts and seconds to rack up a perfect meet. No points were scored in diving because Port Huron didn'tbring any divers. Birming- ham's 200-yard free-style relay tied the school record of 1:43.5. Record holders are Bob Thalacker, Russ Hibbard, Ted Schwarz, and Ed Sisler. This was Sisler's last meet, he became ineligible because he is a midyear student transferred from a Detroit school. Wayne Geggie became the first freshman in Maple history to win a swimming letterg he took first in the 150-yard individual medley against Port Huron. The victory over Lowrey was the eighth straight of the season. Pete Hubert became the second freshman to win a letterg he was first in the 50-yardfreestyle. With seven swim- mers out ill, the second Hazel Park contest was definitely the most exciting meet and the winning of it in the last event was Coach J. Jay Myers' biggest thrill of the year. The Vikings had primed for this meet as the BIG one for them. Four Parkers broke pool records in the effort to break the winning streak. Birmingham's victory was due to the determination of Captain Ted Schwarz and the guts of the swimmers. The second meeting with Plymouth turned out as nicely as the first for Birmingham. Ypsilanti was the jinx of the Maple team when the Hurons broke a string of 23 consecutive meet victories. Here is where flu, colds, and injuries caught up with the team. But if Russ Hibbard had been able to swim the story might have been different. University High proved to be the team for Birming- ham's revenge. Meet captains of the year were Dave Campbell, Ed Sisler, Larry Coleman, Reynolds Smith, Bob Thalacker, George Stinnett, John Sloane, Dick Schwarz, Roger Hood, Tom Sheehan, and Martin DeHaan. Coach J. Jay Myers is quite satisfied as he checks his watchafteragood time trial by one of his boys. Myers' Men Coach J. Jay Myers is one of those undescribable guys. Not be- cause he develops championship teams, but thereis something else-- take a good look, a really good look at his picture. You see a little guy with an ear to ear smile, great big heart, and a fast stopwatch. Besides these physical things he is a man who enjoys working with kids, spending long hours at workouts, and being a big brother to all members of the team. Jay has never gotten any material awards for himself for the championship teams he has coached, but as he says, I getabigger thrill from watching kids try their hardest and maybe not always succeeding, than if they won every possible championship in an unsportsmanlike mannerf' He plays no favorites, he believes that it is up to the individual to make a team, and the coach should only guide, not dominate. He is not only an ideal coach, but an ideal man, anyone who patterns his life after J. Jay can't help but surmount all obstacles. This is Jay, all around coach, instructor,andjust plain one of the boys. R. KGHY7 , xi aststf0Y'ex-Ssisienx 23:29 uve we wefe Conan Wwe ke at HON emu ids Sm tsifo Freestylers M. De-Haan, P. Hubert, J. Sloane, R. Hibbard, Mapxixd T. Shi, Reilnoyardbfeas B, Thalacker, E. Sisler, and Capt. T. Schwarz are on the Smith aan Sea? me NO' mark--ready to sprint a practice race. gettefs by winmng et. 1. M n 'iv . 'Ii Q bgxe League viii In Action Maple diver Roger Hood compiled an enviable record this season, winning at Ferndale and Ann Arbor and placing second in nine other dual meets. He topped off the season with a strong third at the League meet. With freShmSOph0mo On, Mr en pet res D0 thee . My 6 Hub ug L on-ect if? Showsff andeillgs and - 6Sfy1e Stggvljtfszylle Taup ting 0119 1 ,- gie and p . I . Larry Coleman, winner of the Goldsmith trophy for the '52-'53 season, exhibits the form that has placed him first in the league meet for two years and at the class B state meet last year, This year, in class A for the first time, Larry placed third in the state meet against stiff competition. Practising starts is this backstroke contingent of H. Knorr, K. Fowler, J. Tamp, B. Terry and D. Schwarz. With such a collection of backstrokers as this, Bir- mingham couldn't miss. Fighting hard all season, they were a vital part of the team. OS1t ' as he 00111 Ion. 65 if ' Capt. .Tim Barger pops a one hander from the corner. Barg had the deadest one hand shot on the team. i u M tx EE Coge Highligh Driving in for a bucket is Gordon Mutch, who was named all-league forward for the second consecutive year. lib I- 1 Vt I T S ! Scrappy junior guard Don Dorough fires a jump shot at the hoop. Don's alert play and his fight- ing spirit made him a natural choice for 1954 captain. F1953 'h 'W 81 3 1, W S 2 Grabbing one off the backboard is Birmingham guard Art Lee. Art's defensive rebounding was a valuable asset to the 1953 team. N in X 'U . BEN Waiting for Chris Christie's free throw to swish are .Tim Barger, Mike Groves, and Gordon Mutch. 4' I f 1 Fighting for that rebound is Gordon Mutch. Q' G0rdie's work under the backboard tipping in rebounds enabled him to lead the team in total points both this season and last. 44- 67 .W The Seoson in Retrospect D. Dorough, P. Chapman, B. Appleford, G. Mutch, T. Tjaarda, A. Lee, M. Groves, C. Chrlstle, J. Hubert, C. Smith, Capt. J. Barger, D. Muller, D. Straud, Mgrs. G. Stites, M. Dady, F. Phillips, Coach John Petrakls. In their first season as at class A school, the Maple basketball team turned ln a creditable record of seven wlns and nine defeats, including one tournament game. With only three returning lettermen, Jim Barger,'Gordon Mutch, and Bob Appleford, Coach John Petrakis had to do a thorough rebuilding job. Needed strength was supplied from imports Dick Muller, six-foot-three-inch junior from Ferndale, and Art Lee, poised and experi- enced senior from Bay City. Reserves Don Dorough, Chris Christie, and Mike Groves quickly and ably filled the remaining gaps. The Maples whitewashed non-league opponents but were victorious only twice in Eastern Michigan League play, therefore finishing in the cellar tied with Hazel Park. The Maples concentrated upon defensive play and the result was many low scoring contests. Inthe Fitzgerald game the Maples showed their defensive prowess by holding the Spartans to four field goals. Several ot.her games showed close scores due to the ability of the locals to play good defensive ball. A last second basket by Art Lee gave the Maples a 56- 54 victory in the second game with Mt. Clemens. This win avenged an earlier defeat from the Bather team, runner- up in League play. Probably the most disappointing game, although one of the best, was against Ferndale. Ascrappy Maple quintet played well over their heads only to be edged in the dying seconds of the game 52-50. In regional' play the Maples' fourth quarter surge fell short, and the Maples bowed out of the tournament at the hands of Pontiac 43-40. Captain-elect Don Dorough, scrappy guard who was sparkplug of this year's team, was awarded the free- throw trophy on his .565 percentage on charity tosses. Gordon Mutch was high scorer for the second year in succession with 194 points. Gordon also repeated as a forward on the all-league team. 68 The Maples honored Jim Barger by electing him 1952- '53 honorary captain. Jim was the natural choice, his leadership and clutch play sparking the team when the going was toughest. Letterwlnners on the 1952-'53 Birmingham basketball team are Captain Jim Barger, Gordon Mutch, Bob Appleford, Art Lee, Chuck Smith, Tom Tjaarda, Dave Straud, Chris Christie, Mike Groves, Payson Chapman, John Hubert, Dick Muller, and Captain-elect Don Dorough. Varsity Basketball Season Record Seven victories and nine defeats Birmingham Opponent opponent S Score 39 'Troy 30 32 'Walled Lake 25 33 'Fitzgerald 21 59 'Waterford 35 47 Ferndale 51 47 Mt. Clemens 51 55 Hazel Park 36 42 Port Huron 61 43 East Detroit 60 56 'Walled Lake 40 50 Ferndale 52 56 Mt. Clemens 54 42 Hazel Park 47 40 Port Huron 58 68 East Detroit 86 Regional Tournament 40 'Pontiac 43 ' Indicates non-league games Bottom row: Capt. B. Goldsmith, D. Sheldon, E. Peters, J. Johnson, R. Hotchkiss. Middle row: J. Mc- Kenzie, B. Fay, D. Nevitt, E. Teichman, D. Morgan, J. Pryce. Top row: Mgr. B. Wedge, E. Gierok, S Rosenquist, B. Sheel, B. Wright, Mgr. B. Gove. MAPLE RESERVES MAPLE F ROSH Bottom row: K. Witherspoon, E. Leavenworth, Capt. B. Swaney, R. Olson, J. Cardell. Middle row: A. Fair- banks, C. Fredrickson, D. Phillips, B. Machus, L. Milford, T.Kidwe11. Top row: G. Huffman, A. Dowd, Coach Lewis Parry, D. Haugh, K. Van Kirk. 1 i T 69 League Champs Birm1ngham's baseball fortunes were bright as the 1952 Maples successfully defended their first Eastern Michigan League title winning six out of eight scheduled games. Opening the season against Cranbrook the Maples lost a disappointing 2-1 decision. Maple hurler Tom Tracy allowed only two hits, but the Cranes capitalized on two Birmingham errors and Tracy's wildness. Facing league opposition for the first time, the Maples won easily over Mt. Clemens 8-2. Next they defeated Hazel Park 2-1 behind Tracy's brilliant no-hit performance. The Maple ace struck out 11 in pitching the second no-hitter in Birmingham history. The Maples lost their second game to Ferndale 6-4 with pitchers troubled by wildness. They then finished the season with victories over Troy 2-O Baseball Team backed by the three-hit pitching of Tom Stinson, East Detroit 3- lg Port Huron 8-'lg and Cranbrook 1-0 with Gordon Mutch pitching his first game. Birmingham was a comparatively weak hitting club with a team average of only .196, relying mainly on superior pitching throughout the campaign. Mutch led in batting with a .500 average. It is interesting to note that no homeruns were made by either side in any of the games during the season, a rarity. Tracy received the Lawrence Mintling Memorial Award as the team's most valuable player. The strong right-hander com- piled a 4-1 pitching record and placed second in team batting with a .333 mark. Awarded letters were Captain Tom Tracy, Dave Roehm, Bruce Wallace, Mike Groves, Bob Smith, Gordon Mutch, Bob Taylor, Tom Stinson, Jerry Beck, Bill Nicholas,Gary Osterbeck, Jim MacFarlan, Gordon Peacock, and Bob Jackson. Seated: J. MacFarlan, B. Nicholas, Captain T. Tracy, B. Smith, G. Peacock. Standing: B. Taylor, T.Stinson, J. Beck, Coach V. Secon- tine, M. Groves, B. Allen. N Tom Tracy, Birmingham's greatest all-around athlete, climaxed his brilliant high school career by winning the Lawrence Mintling Memorial Award as the baseball team's most valuable player. At the plate, Tom batted out seven hits in 21 times at bat for a .333 average and drove in eight runs, more than one-fourth of the team's total. Tom's real value to the team last season, however, Was in his Pitching- Always good in the tight spots, he led the team to its successful title defense largely on the strength of his right arm, winning four and losing one. He also fanned 60 batters for an average of 12 per game. Throughout his last two years Tom was closely watched by the New York Giants, the Cleveland Indians, and the Detroit Tigers. He is now a freshman at the University of Tennessee. Senior Sluggers B. Smith, G. Peacock, B. Nicholas, T. Tracy. Eastern Michigan League Baseball Standings won lost Birmingham 4 1 Port Huron 3 2 Hazel Park 3 2 East Detroit 2 3 Ferndale 2 3 Mt. Clemens 1 4 pct. .800 .600 .600 .400 .400 .200 - 1952 Baseball Season Record - 1952 Birmingham Opponent Score 1 at Cranbrook 2 8 Mt. Clemens 2 2 Hazel Park 1 4 at Ferndale 6 2 Troy 0 3 at East Detroit 1 - at Troy' - 8 Port Huron '7 1 Cranbrook O 'Troy game cancelled Down the Fairway A young Maple golf squad went undefeated in six dual matches and the regionals of the 1952 season, only to lose the League and state meets. Displaying excellent balance and much poise, the boys opened the season by soundly trouncing Mt. Clemens and Hazel Park in their first two matches. In both cases the locals turned in ex- cellent team scores of 327. Although not quite so sharp, Birming- ham handlly beat Ferndale in the next contest. The regular season was then temporarily interrupted for the regionals played at Port Huron. Playing likea changed team, the locals barely managed to eke out a victory over Walled Lake 370-371. The following week they turned up for the state meet by trimming Berkley. The state matches were played at Midland in a tremendous wind and torrential rain, and the Maples played well in taking fourth place. They regained their early season form in beating Port Huron 331-344. In the League meet, however, the tables were turned, and Port Huron emerged victor with Birmingham second, followed by Ferndale, Mt. Clemens, and Hazel Park. The season's finale saw the Maples squeeze by their second match with Berkley 361-362. Lowest score of the season was a 75 by John Conroy on Mt. C1emens's Gowanie course. He also had the lowest season average of 84.5 followed by Joe Glass with 84.66 and Stu Scheifele with 85.8. Season captain was Stu Scheifele whose consistent game and steadying influence will be sorely missed this year. Coach Charles Buell deserves much credit for the drive and inspiration he provided for his boys. Golf Squad Standing: J. Osler, B. Gasser, T. Laundry, Coach C. Buellg Kneeling: B. Donaldson, J. Glass, Captain S. Scheifele, J. Conroy. Not pictured are Ed Sisler and Bob Thalacker. .,,,,.mgm, wlw.'13 vm 1' rv mlAvPE5lww '!'j5l ll il uW,,.l,,llmqmwl S BACK ROW: K. Smith, H. Johnson, J. Kraus, Coach Harold Newcombe. FRONT ROW: L. Vela, B. Appleford, L. Coleman. '52 Net Champs Not very often does a high school tennis team have individual stars, depth and an outstanding coach packed into the same outfit. When it does, it's a champion! This explains the '52 netters - they were champs. A team just can't be kept down when it has such in- dividual stars as Woody Dare and Bob Applefordg such depth as singles men Dick Emery and Jerry Kraus, and such doubles combinations as Pete Trees and Bob Kopf, Luis Vela and Howard Johnson, and Lee Bertling and Ned Haugen. This talent greeted Coach Harold Newcomb at the beginning of the season. He altered, welded and shifted his talents into the best possible combinations and then let the boys go to it. And they stroked their way to an undefeated season in League play and lost but two matches all year, those to powerful Cranbrook. How- ever, with dual matches over the Maples avenged their defeats and for the fourth straight time won the regionals over the Cranes, this time by the slim margin of .25 points. At. Mt. Clemens the boys won the League crown handily and then moved to the state tournament at Kalamazoo, where they placed fourth. The backbone of the Maples' tournament victories was two doubles teams. Captain Woody Dare, plagued with a season-long flu bug, teamed with Appleford to win both the regional and League tourneys, beating teammates Trees and Kopf in the finals of each. Both teams reached the semis at state. '52 Truck Resume The Maple track team had a relatively unsuccessful season in '52, winning only two dual meets, finishing second in the Regionals, third in the class B division of the Wayne Relays, tying for third in the class B division of the State meet, and dropping to fifth in the League meet. The squad went to Cranbrook in its first dual meet and dropped a 48 114 - 60 314 decision. Thentit was swamped by Mt.Clemens 25 112-83 112. The Maples then got on the winning track by defeating Hazel Park there 65 114 - 43 314. In the Wayne Relays at Redford Union they finished with 26 points, good for third behind Ecorse with 46 and Roseville with 34. They then dropped a dual meet to Ferndale here 43 213 - 65 113. The squad performed creditablyinthe Regionals at Fern- dale with 39 114 points to Roseville's 54. East Detroit moved in and the Maples dropped another dual meet 47 415 - 61 115. With Marshall and Sturgis they tied for third with 14 points in the State meet at East Lansing behind Roseville's 33 points and Cadillac's 15. The final dual meet of the season gave the team its second victory, this time over Port Huron 61 - 48. The squad's final appearance on the schedule was a disappointing one, finishing fifth in the League meet at Hazel Park with '22 114 points behind Mt. Clemens, 64 3128, Ferndale's34151'78, Port Huron's 31 112, and East Detroit's 27 5114. Track Squad Top Row: K. Lewis, T. Rockwell, J. Cox, D. Thalacker, T. Halvorson, F. Roeben, T. Frank, Sec- ond Row: J. Mills, P. Wood, B. Minor, A. Dennison, R. Watts, E. Hubbardg Third Row: Manager - J. Hawley, H. Moore, B. Brown, K. Fowler,D. Babcock, R. Hibbard, M. Schlaack, T. Lanane, Coach K. Ambrose, Bottom Row: D. Jones, D. Bowen, Captain N. Sharples, J. Barger, J. Newman, G. Yates. NED SHARPLES I i Z i Bowen divided his time between the shotput and high- jump pits, but the records show that his forte was heaving the shot. He broke the school mark in the East Detroit meet three times in succession, his final and longest toss travel- ling 49 feet 8 114 inches. His excellence is shown by the fact that he took first in the shotput in all six dual meets, and also captured first in the Regionals, League, and the class B division of the Wayne Relays. His highjumping carried him to two ties for first in dual meets. Two outstanding members of the '52 track squad were Ned Sharples and Dave Bowen. Sharples' specialty was the 440, a gruelling test combining a dash and a distance run. He chopped his time down gradually as the season progressed until he tied the Pierce field record of 53.3 in the last dual meet. His first for the season included four in dual meet 440-yard runs, one anchoringa medley relay and two anchor- ing 880-yard relays in dual meets, one in the Regional 440, one in the class B division of the State meet 440, and a tie for first in the League 440. DAVE BOWEN Cn The 'Way Up l 4,55 1 U O 1 3 J ,R .MG 'A ff as Q I is 1 Q U Y I Q ix ' l Q . A lm, 11 'W we 1 91- 1 Freshman class officers are Sandy Skinner, s e c r e - tary, Bill Nolta, president, Dick Deloria, vice- presidentg Pat Har mon ,treas- urer. Row 1: C. Shannon, J. McCrumb, J. Matthews, J. Collins, J Brady, S. Gray, S. Aldrich, M. K. Griffith, S. Satterla, J. Webb Row 2: L. Milford, R. Oldham, J.Cardell, T. Harris, G. Degener B. Nolta, D. Shaw, M. Doyle, D. Coyle, T. Hizar. Row 3: L Lukeneff, B. Vincent, D. Austimire, J. Bowen, R. Giles,B Waters, D. Crowley, C. Hills, E. Hondley, Row 4: K. Gregor D. Rossman, K. Martin, E. Dodge, K. Parks, B. Moore, J. Berick, T. Harley, B. Perkins, J. Renell. Row 5: J. Brau, W. Talzene B. Bannard, L. Keifer, J. May,D. Laird,C. Bingham, P. Hubert E. Schuster, S. Saunders, J. Buchanan, G. Klein. Row 6: D Grooms, D. Heller, A. Young, R. Carleson, T. Veirs, F. Vicers J. Andress, J. Howell, B. Bannard, N. Clark, S. Browne, N Slawson, M. K. Fenwick. Row 7: D. Yates, H. Didier, J. Russ W. Herbert, R. McCrumb, S. Carmick, G. Dingler, M. Wesch, S Moon, C. Jacobs. Row 8: A. Dodge, B. Galbreath, E. Murrow H. Burdick, L. Lavis, N.Kurth,T.Compton,C. Zenda, B. Ritter D. French, E. Pillon, J. Palmer, R. Barnhardt. Row 9: P Freshme Blair, C. Brisendine, J. Collister, S. Murphy, R. Brewer, B. J Paulett, J. Kerley, J. Cooper, P. Talbot, D. Lidgey, S. Oliver C. Smith, J. DeBeaubien. Row 10: J. Appleford, T. Baldwin, M Mange, S. Davis, S. Phillips, B. Proctor, A.Wright, P. Garlick G. Dennison, J. Millar, J. Knox, D. Fremody, J. Kirby, D. Mas- terton. Row 11: B. Parker, J. Donaldson, C. Telmon, R. Johnson R. Hall, R. Johnson, M. Schrock, A. Worthley, D. Reilich, R Eggert, R. Remp, R. Marshall, R. Waud, B. Wedge. Row 12: J Fortune, J. Lewis, B. Pass, C. Lorki, A. Leskivitch, F. Mabley B. York, D. Sneed, P. Britner, A. Jones,D. Walker, B. Rice, M Brocagh, L. Hanaphen. Row 13: A. Hadley, E. Staley, B. Klop- fer, J. Braidwood, D. DeLoria, D. Phillips, C. Frederickson, J Fairbairn, T.Sel1ner,.T. Kilweed, M. Oldham, B. Bollis, D. Spe- her. Row 14: B. Gravlin, E. Leavenworth, N. Colbert, M. Pryce B. Swaney, H. Mitchell, M. Framk, B. Emde, B. VanSchoick, R J. O'Neal, J. Wilson, D. Dexter. K ll: -- ISEK BSS Row 1: E. King, R. Filkins, W. All, T. Thompson, D. Miller, K VanKirk, F. Kosta, S. Daly, A. Dowd, A. Fairbanks. Row 2: M Bundy, G. Guck, B. Bernhard, M. Timmerman, M. Smith, C Huntoon, N. Sinclair, L. Granger, E. Leland, K. Fowler, B Fisher, A. Hogan. Row 3: P. Mosher, S. Lewis, M. Braund, C Negri, J. Howlett, P. Nyberg, B. Brown, B. Stinson, K. Stinson, K. Madonna, P. Barkley,D.Watts,A.York. Row 4: K. Abbrecht, J. Anderson, C. Lahodney, A. Gardner, M. Morrow, J. Stubbs M. Wilson, G. McKinley, J. Holliday, J. Turner, S. Hodgson, S. Kordenbrock, S. Skinner. Row 5: B. Small, J. Mange, S. Savage, M. Lundquist, P. Todd, E. Hayes, M.Kasten,K. James, C. Olson, V. Penrose, D. Guilmet, P. Heflin, M. Garwood. Row 6: B. Snyder, S. Mack, C. Schwarz,A.Atwood, J. Colwell, C. DeNador, P. Darling, S. Carroll, J. Stout, B. Apple, D. Kyker, A. Weber. Row 7: M. Collins, D. Hetrick, M. Joynt, E. Barr, K. Bender, B. L. Counsel, S. Walters, D. McDonald, L. Reed, D. Lovejoy 1 K. Bigge, G. Walters. Row 8: B. White, J. Boucher, E. Gray, J. White, M. Long, R. Lee, K. Wilson, B. Heath, D. Hunter, C. The first freshman class in the new high school, the class of '56 started its career here with a real challenge - to prove that ninth graders are old enough to adjust to high school standards. Although the other classes found it easy to blame the frosh for every- thing that went wrong, overall they have met the challenge. Their class party, Dragnet Drag, was a product of the group working together. The boys' participation in fresh- man sports and the class par- ticipation in school activities show that they have the spirit as well as the size. Trudell, K. Hull, S. Walakainen, K. Tarracks, L. Gray. Row 9: M. Tamm, J. Warner, C. Barrick, E. Hughey, N. Hammond, C. Boyce, C. Killing, A. Wigle, M. Strat, L. Daly, J. Goulder, M. Harris, L. Granger, B. Talbot. Row 10: M. Adler, B. Swaney, R. Bernard, L. Finke, N. Hetrick, B. Ekerson, B. Lawson, A. Willet, R. Heller, S.Schlacter,E.Roehm,H.Colwell, P. Harmon, M. Worley. Rowll: P. McNab,D. Trathen, W. Hall, T. Schmidt, J. Ott, M. Richards, C. Whitlock, T. Halstead, J. Groves, R. Woonton, B. Rakich, B. Milligan, B. Shinnick, P. Paige. Row 12: M. Reynolds, D. Trathen, D. Haugh, G. Bevis, B. Reilly, W. Geggie, M. O'Hara, M. Weston, W. Beauchamp, K. Ginther, D. Foote, B. Schultz, B. Terry, J. Williams, W. Bearden. Row 13: B. Deer, T. Adlong, T. Wells,B.Schapp,T. Noton, D. Wagazzer, C. Foltz, D. Chaffee, B. Horner, J. Millar,T. Fetzer, L. Wester, J. Racine. Row 14: D. McHugh, D. Saunders, T. Stratton, J. Kelley, B. Hohmeyer, B. Belt, G.Hoffman,B. Machus, B. Seldon, J. Ennerling, C. Waeschle, J. Hammond, D. McDonald. Row 1: D. Krlstola, S.,Schultz, R. Stahl, R. Hotchkiss, B. Dove, S. Aveslan, J. Beechler, A. Best, B.Terry,M. Hartkopf. Row 2: A. Arlt, J. Kroeger, J. Buick, R. Schmidt, E. Peters, J. Moore, P. Mullin, J. Beiser. Row3: C. Resch, S. Brennan, A. Hammer, P. Kay, B. Stevenson, B. Lavery, E. Teichman, B. Watkinson, B. Brooks, B. Nunnely. Row 4: J. Boyd, S. Garvy, B. Nechman, D. Wilson, N. Anderson, M. Cunniff, M. Garrison, F. Rising, S. Wailes. Row 5: B. Folin, L. Walters, N. Petrak, J. Robinson, J. Simons, J. Apsey, D. Lester, F. Burnham, H. Swift, Row 6: B. Ketchum, P. Ludwig, S. Rosenquist, J. Van Alstyne, J. Spade, D. Morgan, D. Stiffler, J. McKenzie, L. Lundberg, B. Deacon. Row 7: B. Scott, J. Kasten, L. Blanton, W. Bosley, S. Fawcett, B. Goldsmith, D. Gibbons,A. Fuhrman, J. Carmichael,R. Cudini. Row 8: R. Hibbard, B. Gowans, 1 Beuttner, M.Clark, B. Harris, L. Larocque, D. Austin, J. Fall, J. Mock, H. Coonley. Row 9: B. Saylor, C. Goodhue, H. Lewis, S. McDonald, S. Taylor, H. Coonley, S. Allen, B. Hunter, B. Noch, S. Overgard, A. Severs. Row 10: V. Benway, M. Crouch, G. Toepfer, M. Seyferth, Y. Mealey, P. Peluso, G. Sundstrom, L. Geisler,J. Hogan, M. Hen- agen, P. Klove. Row 11: T. K'Burg, N. Brown, B. Noyes, N. Lees, D. Blackwood, D. Goad, J. Leach,D. Goodwin, M. Soule, J. Evans, P. Hemmingway. Row 12: E. Berz, J. Gravlin, C. Roberts, C. Robertson, M. Chrysler, S. Sharpe, M. Hicks, L. Ross, A. Zamora, B. Meyer,D. Fly. Row 13: G. Miller, T. Toy, C. McHugh, S. French, P. Wood, P. Pagel, J. Culley, B. Baker, D. Codwell, G. McCullough, R. McKee. Sophomor I-J Class officers seated are Dede Williams, secretary, and Jim Johnson, president. Standing are Sid Fawcett, treas- urer, and Pete Kass, vice-president. fun- -W . 3. 'Q Y, , gt 5. ' 7' EL' if v up sw. 'Q 'E 5 ,FQ ,L , l k x,, . 4. -. . ., ,,i'- Row 1: K. Nicholson, R. Wright, L. Garlitz, B. Fay, J. Taup, D. Sheldon, K. Flack, B. Wright, B. Libby, D. Morgan. Row 2: J. Mosby, D. Fraser, T. Beck, L. Yates, P. Marshall, B. Hunter, B. Deacon, D. Kipp, J. Pryce, J. Johnson,B. Goldsmith. Row 3: B. Loose, R. Kontz, J. Plexico, K. Emmerling, T. Weber, N. Stookey, T. Sheehan, B. Storey, F. Shinnick, B. Gove, E. Gierok. Row 4: S. Sanders, J. Sullivan, M. Withington, M. Harabedian, T. McKewen, P. Palmer, B. Quillian, H. Meily, M. Podlesak, A. Hammond, D. Knappertz. Row 5: G. Smith, J. Reynolds, D. Williams, M. Olson, C. Kelley, N. Dowd, N. Katchadurian, L. Williams, S. Sharp, A. Van Kirk,R. Greiner, J. Fricker. Row 6: B. Wade, S. Kelly, G. Smith, S. Spencer, C. Schaub, C. Link, N. Kannell, P. Render, J. Tillotson, C. Old, C. Muller, D. Pollock, L. Sewell. Row 7: N. DeBuigne, M. Strasler, J. Sweeting, H. Chanav, J. White, H. Greene, R. Sokol, D. Stevens, D. Cornila, fi.. .i P. Stevens, B. Plasko. Row 8: M. Nichols, D. LeMoyne, L. Turner, K. Hiselman, S. Wist, K. Wittemore, H. Foote, M. Len- ane, M. McGaffey, B. Hay, D. Henrickson. Row 9: J. Gillen, D. Bussy, W. Herdrich,D. Nevitt, R. Platner,J. Moore, N. Palmer, M. Adams, B. Neal, B. McCork1e. Row 10: C. Sloane, D. Lewis, D. Sutton, J. Andrews, T. Kegal, P. Bollinger, B. Heninger, G. Gilliam, D. Silbar, B. Kinney, S. Thompson. Row 11: B. Negri, A. Seymour, A. Shenefield, A. Duffield, H. Black, N. MacKenzie, B. Guttman, J. Cummings,N.Yarnall,R. Rue, P. Sears. Row 12: B. Schwarz, D. Dunn, B. Johnson, G. Stites, D. Long, B. Thomas, R. Pepperill, C. Sutfin, R. Najor, S. Banwart, S. Thornton. Row 13: A. Voss, T. York, P. Spehar, E. Offer, L. LaTourneau, F. Swanson, B. Sheel, J. Kelley, J. Van Hook, J. Traynor, P. Donaldson. u BSS Under the able direction of Mrs. Joyce Diaz, the class of '55 has taken a distinct place in the activities of the school. Having a voice in Congress, heading all school committees, serving on boys' tug-0-war line. On the opposite page are two members of the peanut race pushing their way to victory. The Jockey Hop was another successful undertaking of the sophomores. An in- formal affair held in the Maple Room, popular disk jockey Don McLeod was featured, Their own entertainment was provided with student-produced variety show acts. publications and joining numerous clubs are some of the activi- ties of the sophomores of Birmingham High School. On Field Day they proved a tough team to beat as illustrated here by the L ' 'v 'wma -ff BHUK ' 54 The juniors cheered, We've got a great class, yea man! and from the time of that event the Class of 1954 has set out to prove its statement. Refusing to follow precedents established by other classes, their class activities have shown a characteristic individuality. Thejuniors' origi- nal ideas won the Field Day parade, established a new junior sponsored dance, and set up a successful project for raising money. Best of all, they have showed enthusiasm for the traditional activities. Row 1: J. Kraus, P. Chapman, H. Christie, C. Rankin, R. Mit- chell, R. Beiser, R. Jenkins, M. DeHaan, J. Kelly, D. Britner H. Knorr. Row 2: G. Provan, J. Beers, R. Najor, R. Bradley M. Dombrowsky, J. Smith, D. Schmidt, M. Lawson, D. Smith W. Newman. Row 3: S. Reason, A. Parnie, M. Sharples, N Walser, J. Racine, N. Cloutier, P. Luscombe, P. Andrus, C Greve, L. Hunt, B. Aikens, C. Shattuck, D. Boileau. Row 4: K Gavic, K. Kittle, K. Grooms, N. DuCharme,A.Toepfer, S. Begg, J. McDaniel, E. Williams, N. Wangberg, M. Nelson, P. Booze S. Sloat. Row 5: N. White, M. Baldez, L. Marsh, K. Moynahan M. Whiting, J. Gassaway, A. Holmes, M. Bachman,J. Masterton N. Hammond, N. Bearss, P. Jackson, E.Didier. Row 6: S. Col- well, C. Harris, L. Barber, A. Zoller, S. Doherty, J. Polhemus C. Klein, A. Richards, B. Timmerman, M. Stresen-Reuter, P a loc y I 'F - Nl! Qu ,- Wil! Organizing the class's efforts are Ann McDonald, secretary: Nancy Carlisle, treasurer, Tom Shee- han, president, Thor Halvorson, vice president: and Doug Green, senator. W. Junio Dowd, K. Blackwood, B. Klopfer. Row 7: C. Mickelson, L. Buckner, R. Reed, P. Strang, M. Budd, R. Allison, C. McCalister, S. Mitchell, N. Harrigan, S. Colbert, V. Dudley. Row 8: C. Middleton, B. Dodds, J. Essig, M. Neff, S. Dusbeiber, L. Bennett, M. Goode, S. Woonton, A. Fremont, M. Crawford. Row 9: M. Groves, J. Beck, D. Loeding, T. Rockwell, J. Hubert, A. Brown, J. Wedge, E. Hubbard, J. Harwood, J. Helgeson, J. Knotts. Row 10: M. Abbrecht, J. Riley, B. Smith,D. Bosworth, G. Walwrath, R. Lange, D. Anderson, D. Giddings, B. Falbert, J. Sturgess. Row 11: J. Jahn, B. Beatty, D. Schwarz, B. Hagan, G. Barr, R. Brownfield, H. Counsell, S. Hiselman, F. Roeben, C. Bosley. Row 12: B. Luscombe,S.Kempf,C. Weir, R. Hood, B. Hutchings, D. Walker, F. Barber, M. Dady. 5131! li 5-I I There s no lack of spirit and determination in the junior team out to win .IBSS Row 1: R. Thalacker, W. Allen, R. Hood, J. Wedge, R. Beatty, T. Sheehan, T. Laundry, R. Owen, D. Dorough, J. Campbell, D. Baldwin, C. McLeese. Row 2: J. Kraus, R. Schwarz, J. Sloane, T. Halvorson, D. Green, R. Perry, T. Tabor, J. Boulton, V. Baker, A. Matthesius, N. Carlisle, S. Akerly. Row 3: L. Vela, R. Schmidt, D. Hite, J. Sturgess, W. Surridge, R. Allen, R. Geggie, R. Paulus, M. Thomas, L.Baker,D.O'Connor, C. Hurns. Row 4: R. Johnson, H. Johnson, W. Hohmeyer, J. Howard, J. Hayes, R. Gravlin, L. Zaino, C. Gilroy, D. Zaino, J. Lundquist, J. Lienard, J. Clark. Row 5: M. O'Connor, K. Schoonmaker, B. Stoddard, M. Von Rosen, P. Oliver, M. Glass, C. Cowgill, M. Michelson, D. Kopf, M. Millar, G. Leland, M. David, Row 6: E. Gooclfellow, P. Mitchell, B. Terry, J. McColl, A. Basford, M. Peters, ,M. Morrell, C. Koehler, B. Brophy, B. McQueen, B. .. ,K .,.. W. .,, ,, ,,,Ni,N, W i A, 51? fu ,...-.--f- ak-1 'sf To raise money for the class treasury, the juniors sold decals designed by Sam Stinson. Engineering the project are Barb Aikens, Cherry Harris, Lynn Bennett, Mrs. Hartwick, Martha Nelson, Mary Bachman, and Doug Greene. Corkery, V. Thompson. Row 7: L. Jerard, J. Archer, W. Hall, R. Lewis, A. Printz, B. Harper,C. Cox, V. Fugmann, M. Cooper, C. Kinna, P. Janicky. Row 8: J. Van Alstyne, F. Phillips, R. Hibbard, J. Kraft, H. Blake, M. Foster, F. Hicks, P. Johnson, D. Armstrong, T. Maund, R. Selvidge. Row 9: J. Hogan, G. Mills, B. Martin, D. Muller, J. Zulick, J. Perry, W. Smith, T. Hendrickson, D. Keener, G. Stinnett, A. Zoller. Row 10: R. McGee, J. Hobart, E. Nordstrom,J. Mahon,R. Mange, J. Florez, J. Cooper, M. Rumell, P. Spencer, S. Parrish, S. Doherty. Row 11: EI. Henderson, L. Roberts, S. Daily, M. Bumpus, J. Jahn, J. Sumons, J. Polhemus, C. Klein, U. Klopfer, A. Fremont, J. Averill, K. Pomeroy. Row 12: R. Rankin, T. Masters, J. Owens, D. Hamil, W. King, D. Dimock, S. Stinson. At the Summit f e t l' 4 ' - xy! it X hltf, 'R vii fi WE Q-Q ' fi 1: 5 Q E l 6 5 1- M , sagit- 1 if A ,Q Apps is Apt A for ability P for personality P for physical prowess S for scholarship The characteristics as well as the letters would serve to identify Bob Appleford, for Apps has proved himself in each of these traits. President of Student Congress, treasurer of both Varsity and Assembly clubs, vice-president ofjunior class and president of Assembly Club are just a few offices Bob has success- fully undertaken. Personality wise Apps is a winner. He always has a friendly smile, a word for everyone, and will go out of his way to help anyone, to say nothing of the exciting stories he tells in biology. 86 Showing his earnestness in his habit of incessantly biting his tongue, Apps cap- italized on this trait to excell in sports. He has earned seven letters: in football, basketball, and tennis. Finally, scholarship plays an important role. Bob was elected to National Honor Society in his junior year and keeps his grades well up in the top quarter of his class. Bob's acquaintances notice one more characteristic which endears him to us. He is a 'fshy guy who shuffles his feet when making verbal contributions to class and becomes quite nervous in speaking before a crowd. A fellow really worth knowing, Apps is bound to be successful in the modern business world. .o Y x ..., e .v x ns. 5 YZF' I Q 1 Cool, Colm ond Collected Now, look you guys, let's get on the stick is a typical Dorman expression. It belongs to a gal with a bubbling personality. Carol's willingness to work and her ability to ac- complish whatever she sets out to do have made her extremely well-liked and much respected by her fellow classmates. Carol has shown her peppy school spirit by the enthusiasm and 'frah-rah with which she has led the school in cheers. During the first half of her senior year, she was elected secretary of the first bi-cameral congress. She ably represented our school in the Eastern Michigan League and the Citizen- ship Conference at the University of Michi- gan. Carol is also remembered for her active participation and interest in sports. A member of G.A.A. all through high school, Carol is now serving as its president. As a climax to her high school life, the D.A.R. Good Citizenship Award was presented to her. Carol is cool, calm and collected-- one of the best friends a person could find. She is friendly to everyone and will certainly go far with her ability to get along with people. is -' A little yellow Nash Rambler convertible drives up and comes to a stop. Its driver, a tall, dark, well-built guy climbs out. A beaming countenance, revealing an equally smiling personality, greets you and puts you at ease. A loud Yig or an impres- sive moo-call assures you that Jerry Florez has no equal. He was editor-in-chief of the Highlander, a time-consuming, patience-taxing job. He is president of his homeroom and has served as vice-president of Assembly club. As an active member of the Student Congress House of Representatives, he has introduced many worthy ideas to the school. Big Jer Recovery from an operation on a knee in- jured while playing football was slow, and a brilliant future in tennis is in doubt. His hard, consistent play on the courts has earned him a wide array of trophies and awards, most of them captured in Arizona and other parts of the Southwest. Even more amazing is the fact that .Terry has attended Birmingham high school only since mid-semesters in his junior year. But his willingness to accept any task, whether large or small, the initiative he takes to put across an original idea, and his lively sense of humor and always- present high spirits have provided him a meteoric rise to the top in popularity. ' . ifzesmw See that smile? Notice that determined jaw? Who is he? Why that's Dave Jokinen, our senior class president. He's studying his lines for Proscenium's play YouCan't Take It With You . Don't disturb him- -he's a very busy young gent. Nicknamed Joker by his senior class- mates, Dave's varied interests are in evi- dence throughout Birmingham high school life. He has blended together his senior presidency, and two years of debate, each supplementing the other. His speeches, whether campaigning or presenting ordinary but necessary material, keep his fellow students interested. -4 n??!'f9BWElg H ll Joker With the changing of classes, .Toker's voice changes to a deep roar audible from one end of the hall to the other. Everyone ex- claims That's .Tokinen . J'oker's popularity extends to the faculty, too. Will anyone ever forget the time he suddenly got the urge to sing in assembly and strode across the gym floor singing Happy Birthday to Miss Allen when it wasn't even her birthday? Impulsive no doubt. He is active in Student Congress, plays, Proscenium and innumerable other phases in school life. His willingness to take on added responsibilities and his co-operative attitude have won his highly deserved recognition. -grW,g,4,,m.- , , 'kwa-, , an w 'Ae,f , ' -' W ' el W' W- A ff 1 - 7 f a f ve x- ip Q' X ls't7'sf'iff 'M .es R ., -as ggi, .K 4 H , I H' 5.5 wart ill, I - . ' K .i1a:. gigs s .X .X g f 1: r Q' . W. -X ,V ' . 5 MN Q as-sq i. lg. Qu 714'-HI 9M..,,d,,,, Modern Miss Winning charm and a personality that com- bines understanding and sincerity: This is a miniature of Virginia Robertson. No amount of work or responsibility has ever caused Virginia to become unnerved. She remains the same calm, soft-spoken person under every conceivable circum- stanceg it is her poise and charm that have endeared her to students and teachers alike. She is a modern miss with the man- ner of a lady who might have stepped out of the pages of a Shakespearean drama. Because of her distinguished work on the Highlander and the Piper, she became the first student to be elected to Quill and Scroll flnternational Honor Society for high school journalistsj in midyear. She earned a local scholarship to the Michi- gan State College summer session for journalists last year and served as a dele- gate to both the state and national press associations. Gini is also a member of the National Honor Society. Serving ,three terms in Student Congress, Gini made lasting friendships with everyone she met. All know her to be honest, gentle, and sincere - a truly deserving Who's Who. ,. 'dig s 1 when ei msgstr 2' if 1 'i'x Q e- F Y ,, We ' ' ' 6 ' H o i ' ' 'B-vw-.fff .Q - 'E ' 'ni 'f .J if C . -fs f t Z H S' Q 1 V l1fs 5?f'W4fi,?f, M 'i' ii Mon About School A quizzical smile - an air of reserve- an impression of steel under velvet- adapper appearance - and a warm personality . . . all add up to that man about school, Ted Schwarz. No task is too small and no person too un- important to receive Ted's interested attention. He is everyone's friend. When there is a job to be done, someone invari- ably says, Let Ted do it Captain of the swimming team and All- American his junior year, Ted is one of the finest swimmers ever produced by Bir- mingham High School. His talents don't stop with swimming, however, as is borne out by his list of other activities. He piloted the Varsity Club to one of its greatest years and presided over his social club. Handling the money of both Student Congress and the Assembly Club was his task also. In addition as sports editor of both the Highlander and Piper, he saw to it that they made their deadlines. Displaying poise under all conditions, Ted is efficient, accurate, and dependable in everything he undertakes. More than this, he is one swell guy and an All-American in every sense of the word! A group full of pep and fun as well as brains is this year's National Honor Society. With an ear for humor, meetings are never dull. Someone is always pulling a funny'l as shown by a member in the above picture. A program of tutoring was introduced this year with every member volunteering to Hgive a little boost to every student who needed it. Election to National Honor Society is considered one of the highest honors in Birmingham High School. Students are chosen by the faculty on the basis of scholarship, leadership, service and character. Members: Row 1: B. Aldred, J. Watt, V. Robertson, P. Abbott, J. Pike, K. Berry, C. Dorman, A. Borchert. Row 2: Mr. Hubbard, S. Wilkinson, S. Chalk, secretary, C. Goldstein, S. Reed, B. Bigge, C. Pillon, Mrs. Ashe. Row 3: C. Weir, presi- dent, B. Appleford, J. Barr, K. Fowler, treasurer. l National Honor Society NATICNA H03 501' TY 9 s in L 77 5 Mr! Journalism awards based on scholarship and work on publica- tions were presented to nine Birmingham students this year. Quill and Scroll gold pins for two years of distinguished work and good scholarship were awarded to Jim Barr, business manager of the Highlander, Judy Shores, sales manager of the Piper, Barbara Bigge, associate editor of the Piper and Vir- ginia Robertson, editor of the Highlander. Jerry Florez, editor of the Highlander,and Ted Schwarz, sports editor of the Piper received Creative Writing Awards. Qualifi- cations for this award are the same as for Quill and Scroll but lacking one qualification. Special publications certificates were received by Sharon Cummings, advertising manager of the Piper, and Bill Hayes, advertising manager of the Highlander. Judy Anderson, not in the picture, also received the Creative Writing Award. 7.- X tl hi WW wit-iwhlwl. l . XL lvl A Quill and Scroll I 5C l.l-USHS T WWI. ROBERT JAMES TAYLOR August 1, 1935 September 22, 1952 In Memoriom DAVID GEORGE BELL December 28, 1934 May 5, 1953 MARCUS WOODWORTH .TOSLYN April 4, 1934 March 10, 1953 Inschoollife as in life itself tragedy strikes and leaves us with an emptiness and feeling of remorse and doubt. Three times in the past year we experienced the harsh reality, death. Bob Taylor and Dave Bell, who would have been graduated this year, and Marc Joslyn, one who was graduated last year, were taken from us. It is in tribute to them that we pause in reviewing our school year and give thanks for the fine and everlasting impress- ions they made on our lives. 93 CLASS OF 1953 DAVID .TOKINEN2 St. Cong. 110, 1213 Ad Salesman 11113 School Plays 111, 1213 Prosc. 111, v.P.1213 Debate 111, 121g Sr. Pres.3 F. Day Comm. 11213 Highlander Staff 1121 JAMES HILDEBRAND: Nat. Jr. Honor Soc. 191: St. Cong. 110-1213 Dram.andVar.Shows111,1213 New.Club11113 Prosc. 111, Pres. 1213 Choir 111,1213 Sr. V.P.3 F. Day Comm. 1121Q Wash. Gr. Pres. KATHLEEN BERRY: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 1911 Sr. H. Soc. 111, 1213 Fresh. V.P.3 St. Cong. 110, 1213 Var. Shows 19, 1213 F. Day Comm. 110-1213 Pep Club 11213 Fut. Nurses 11113 Garcons 1121. SALLY WILKINSON: sr. Cong. 19, 10, 1211 Nat. Jr. Honor Soc. 191 - Sr. H. Soc. 111,1213 Cheerl'd.110-1213 Assem. Club 110-12, Sec. 1213 Soph. 1LP.3 Sr. Sec.3 Prosc. 111, V.P. 1213 Garcons 111, 1213 Girls St. Rep. 11113 School Shows 1121 WILLIAM MINOR: St. Cong. 19, 11, 1213 Track Team 19-121Q F. Day Comm. 110, 1213 Sr. Treas.3 Var. Shows 111, 1211 Assem. Club 11213 Highlander 1121 JOCELYN WATT: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 191g Sr. Hon. Soc. 111, 1213 var. Shows 11O,1213 s1.cong.11113 High- lander and Piper Ad Staff 11113 F. Day Comm. 11213 Garcons 111, 1213 Fr. Club 112 Pres.13 Pep Club 1121 PHYLLIS ABBOTT: Var. Shows 110, 1213 F. Day Comm. 110-121: GAA 110-121? Dance Comm. 19-121g En- sembles 110, Il1Q Choir 111, 1213 Piper Sales 11113 Nat. Hon. Soc. 111, 121 SHIRLEY ABBOTT: St. Cong. 19, 1213 GAA 19-12, V.P. 121? F. Day Comm. 110, 1213 Piper Ad Staff 11113 En- semble 11113 Choir 111, 1213 Var. Show 11213 Pep Club 1121 DONALD ADAM: St. Cong. 110, 1113 Sr. Senatorg Debate 110-121: Spring Forensics 110-121 BARBARA ADAMS: GAA 110,1113Var. Show 11013 choir 11113 F. Day Comm. 110, 121 BETTY ALDRED: St. Cong. 19-1113 School Shows 19, 1213 Assem. Club 110, 1111 Class Party Comm. 110, 1111 F. Day Comm. 111,121Q Nat. Sr.Hon. Soc. 111, 1213 Jr. Treas.3 Fr. Club 11213 Pep Club 1121 RICHARD ALEXANDER: Ft. Ball111,1213 F. Day 111, 121 JOHN ANDERSON: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade, F. Day Comm. 1121 JUDITH ANDERSON: Debate 111, 1213 GAA 111,1213 Span. Club 111, 1213 St. Cong. 1121Q Feature Ed. and Assoc. Ed. of Highlander 11213 B'ham. Eccen. Writ. 11213 Var. Show 11213 Publications Award1121 ROBERT APPLEFORDZ St. Cong. 19-12, Pres. 9and 1213 Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 191 - Sr. Hon. Soc. 111, 1213 F. Day Comm. 110, 1113 Jr. V.P.3 Assem. Club 111, Treas., 12 Pres.13 Var. Club 112, Treas.13 Eleven Athletic Letters, Capt. Tennis Team 1121 CALIB ATWOOD: Transfer to B'ham. in 12 grade GLENN AYERSZ Baseball 191g Ft. Ball19-1213 Track 111,1213 Var. Show 1121 DONALD BABBITT: Civil Defense Council11113 St. Cong. 111, 121 94 I .11 1 in -1-:Syl 11' 41 :ar A D x xx ,gs , 7 .L '77 PATRICIA BABCOCK: Var. Show 11033 F. Day Comm. 110-1233 Ensemble 11033 Piper Sales Staff110, 1133 St. Cong. 1113: Garcons111, 1233 Span. Club 111, 123 LINDA BALL: St. Cong. 19, 1033 Dram. and Var. Shows 110-1233 F. Day Comm. 110-1233 Prosc.111, 1233 New. Club 111, Sec., 1233 Highlander Sales and Piper Ad Staff 11133 Dance Comm. 110, 113 RONALD BARBER: Band 19-1233 Highlander 111, 123 WILLIAM BARBER: School P1ay1l133 F. Day Comm. 1123 JAMES BARGERZ St. C0ng.111, 12-Pres. 1233 Vars. Club 112 - Historian33 Bask. Ball 111, 1233 Track 111, 1233 Boys State 1113 PATRICIA BARNUM: SCribbler's Club 1123 JAMES BARR: Nat. Jr. Honor Soc. 193 - 1 , 1233 St. Cong. 11033 Prosc.111,Treas. 1233 Business Mgr. Highlander 11233 Dram. and Var. Shows 111, 1233 Quill and Scroll 1123 Sr. H. Soc. 11 MILDRED BECK: Rad. Worksh. 1933 Var. Shows 110, 1233 Choir 110-1233 Piper Sales 111, 1233 Span. Club 11133 F. Day Comm. 1123 MARY ANN BATES: GAA 110-1233 F. Day Comm. 110- 123g Var. Show 110-1233 Choir 1123 DAVID BELL: Band 110-1233 Highlander Staff 111, 1233 BHS Pont. Press Ed: 11233 Ed. ofOne Cap. Bound 1123 JACK BELL: st. Cong. 11133 New. Club 11233 F. Day Comm. 1123 SANDRA BERNAT: Var. Show 11233 Fr. Club 111, 1233 Choir 111, 123 EVELYN BERNIERZ Nat..TI'. Honor SOC. 1933 GAA 19-1133 F. Day Comm. 11133 Fr. Club 1113 BARBARA BERTLING: sr. Cong. 11033 Fr. Club 11033 Defense Council 110, Sec. 1133 New. Club 111, 1233 Var. Show 11233 F. Day Comm. 11233 GAA Sec.1123 NANCY BBUTHIEN: GAA 19,1033 val-.show 11033 Girls' Glee Club 1103 SHIRLEY BEVER: Retailing3 Commercial Co-op FRED BEVISZ Ft. Ball 19, 11, 1233 Assem. Club 110, 1133 F. Day Comm. 111, 1233 Vars. Club 1123 M1 . '1- lt K M fm' uf .Af BARBARA BIGGE: Dram. and Var. Shows 19-1233 Choir 1.. and Ensemble 19-1233 St. Cong. 11033 Dance Comm. 110, 1133 Piper Ed. Staff 110-12, Assoc. Ed. 1233 Nat. Hon. 'I31 i 1,f Soc. 111, 1233 Prosc. 111, 1233 Pep Club 11233 Fr. A Club 11233 Garcons 11233 Quill and Scroll 1123 f ig, tnf .1 53 3, 1. 95 gl W 'GJ' .W 5 V9 .11 gn L 4? 11 .fl X W . .X 5 3, I J MICHAEL BIRD: St. Cong. 1915 Var. Shows 110-12 - Lighting and Sound Technician15 Cross Country Letter 1121 JO ANN BIRRELL: Var. Show11015 GAA 110, 1115 Com- mercial Co-op CAROL BLACK: St. Cong. 19 - Treas.15 Nat. Jr. Honor Soc. 1915 Cheerl'd. 1915 F. Day Comm. 11015 Girls' Glee Club 11015 Var. Show 110, 1215 Fut. Nurses 11215 YP. Span. Club 1121 JOHN BOYSE: F. Day Comm. 111, 121 ANN BORCHERT: Nat. Jr. Honor Soc. 191 - Sr. Hon. Soc. 111, 1215 GAA 1915 PiperAdStaff11015 F. Day Comm. 110, 1115 Assem. Club 19-121 JANE BOYD: Assem. Club 1915 Cheerl'd. 110-1215 F. Day Comm. 110-1215 PiperAdStaff110-1215 New. Club 11115 Pep Club 1121 JANET BROWN: Girls' Ensemble 11015 GAA 110, 1115 Var. Show 110, 1215 F.DayComm. 110, 1215 Fr. Club 11215 Prosc. 11215 Pep Club 112 - Treas.1 BETTY BUCKLEY: GAA 1915 Band11l15 F. Day Comm. 11215 Var. Show 11215 Retailing ALLEN BUMPUS: Rad. Workshop Chief of Staff 19, 1215 New. Club 111, 1215 St. Cong. 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 DOLORES BURGESS: GAA 11015 Retailing, Commercial Co-op DAVID CAMPBELL: Choir 19-1215 Var. Show 110, 1215 St. Cong. 111, 1215 Fr. Club 11115 Vars. Club 11215 Swimming Letter BRUCE CARLISLE: Piper Ed. Staff 110-1215 Dram. and Var. Shows 110-1215 Choir 110-1215 F. Day Comm. 111, 1215 Cheer1'd. 111, 121 MICHAEL CARLSON: sr. Cong. 111, 1219 Span. Club 1111 VIRGINIA CARLSON: F. Day Comm. 110-1215 Fr. Club 11115 Prose. 111, 1215 Garcons 11215 Var. Show 1121 JANET CARYLZ Choir 19-1115 Var. Show 19, 10, 1215 Ensemble 11015 Dance Comm. 1121 SYLVIA CHALK: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 191 - Sr. H. Soc. 111- 12 - Sec. 1215 Piper Ed. Staff110-1215 Var. Show 110, 1219 Prosc. 111, 1215 Choir 110-1215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Garcons 111, 1215 Pep Club 1121 FREDERICK CHESNA: St. Cong. 1915 Band 19-1115 F. Day Comm. 111, 121 JON CLARKE: sr. Cong. 1915 F.Day Comm. 110-1215 Fr. Ball111, 1215 Goif 110-121 96 1 1.1- X X 15 X .I X A 1 N ff 1 Jw .55 4' gi . V -3-.5 Yuki in A 5 'Z . . 2 -5 ..--fy 55 1 sk 15121 ' N' ELIZABETH COBB: F. Day Comm. 110-1215 Dance Comm. 110-1215 Highlander Ad Staff 11115 Prosc. 11215 Pep Club 11215 Span. Club 11215 Defense Council 112 - Sec.1 CELLA COFFIN: Dram. and Var. Show 19, 11, 1215 Choir 11015 Prosc. 111 - Sec. 1215 F. Day Comm. 111, 1215 Fr. Club 11215 Highlander 11215 Dance Comm. 11215 Pep Club 11215 Senate 1121 HARTLEY COLLINS: Choir 110-1215 Garcons 111, 1215 St. Cong. 11219 Var. Show 1121 LARRY COLEMAN: Ft. Ball 110-1215 Swimming 110-1215 Tennis 110-1215 F. Day Comm. 111, 1215 Jr. Pres.5 Span. Club 11015 St. Cong. 11215 Vars. Club 11215 Assem. Club 1121 DOUG COLWELL: st. Cong. 19-12, MP. 915 Ft. Ball 110- 1215 Two Letters5 Assem. C1ub111-12,Pres.15 Vars. Club 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 BRIAN CONNELLY: Baseball 110, 11 -- one letter15 Var. Show 11215 Span. Club 11215 Vars. Club 1121 JOHN CONROY: Vars. Club 11215 Var. Show 11215 Golf 111, 121 JOHN COX: Track 110, 1115 Math Club 1111 SHARON CUMMINGS1 Dance Comm. 19-1215 Piper Ad Staff 110-12, Ad Mgr. 1215 Highlander Staff11215 F. Day Comm. 110-1215 GAA 11115 Publications Award 1121 MARJORIE CROOK: Var. Show110-1215 Girls' Ensemble 110, 1115 Choir1ll, 1215 Span. Club 11115 F. Day Comm. 111, 1215 St. Cong. 111, 121 RALPH CRAWFORD: Band11o-1215 Brass Sextet111, 121 NORMA CURRIN: choir 110, 111 HORACE D'ANGELO: Var. Show 1121 MARGARET DE BEAUBIEN1 GAA110-1215 Dance Comm. 111, 1215 DramaandVar.Show111, 1215 Prosc. 11, 1215 Garcons 1121 MARY JANE DELAHANTY: Prose. 111, 1215 Choir 11115 Var. Show 11215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Span. Club 1121 WILLIAM DONALDSON: Ft. Ball 19-1215 Golf 1111- Five Lettersg St. Cong. 111 - V.P. 1215 Vars. Club 1121 CAROL DORMAN: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 1915 - Sr. H. Soc. 111, 1215 GAA 19-12, Pres. 1215 Var. Show 110, 1215 Cheerl'd. 110-1215 Choir 110-1215 St. Cong. 111 - Sec. 1215 Garcons 111 - Sec.-Treas. 1215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Assem. Club 11215 DAR Award 1121 PAUL DREMANN: Photo Guild 1V.P. 111 97 EDWARD DU Cl-IARME: Ft. Ball C10-121 DONALD DUPUISZ St. Cong. C913 Baseball, Bask. Ball C915 Ft. Ball C9-121g Vars. Club C121 RAE ENGELHARDTI Var. Show C10, 1213 GAA C1113 Span. Club C101 WILLIAM FERGUSON: F. Day C10, 111g Ft. Bau C11, 121 ALAN FAWCETT: Track C9-111g Ft. Ban C91 HOWARD FITI-IIAN: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade. Span. Club C121 JANE FISHERZ GAA C9-1215 St. Cong. C1019 Span. Club C10, 111g F. Day Comm. C1213 Home Ec. Club C121 GERARD FLOREZ: St. Cong. C1115 Span. Club C111g New. Club C11, 121g Var.ShowCl21g Assem. Club C12 - 1CP.1g Assoc. Ed. of Highlander and Ed. C1213 Tennisg Publi- cations Award C121 BETH FLURY: GAA C10-1213 F. Day comm. C10, 1215 Fr. Club C1215 Var. Show C121g Choir C121 KENDALL FOWLER: Lighting for Plays C9-1215 Nat. Hon. Soc. C11, 12 - Treas.1g Technician for Ft. Ball Games C11, 1213 St. Cong. C121g Vars. Club C121 PHILLIP FOWLERZ Band C9-1213 Var.Sh0wC121g Vars. Club C1215 Cross Country C121 TOM FRANK: Var. Show C10, 121g Choir C10-121g Track C10-121g F. Day Comm. C121 LEROY FRASER: Retailing JOHN FREDERICKS: St. Cong. C111g F. Day Comm. C11, 121 CAROLYN FREDRICKSON: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade. F. Day C121 JUDITH FROST: sr. Cong. C101g Var.Shows C10, 1215 F. ill? Day Comm. C10, 1215 New. ClubC111g Def. Council C1119 Fr. Club MARY FULTON: Dance Comm. C10-121g Var. Show C10, 1215 Glee Club C10g GAA C111, Prose. C11, 1215 F. Day Comm. C121g Garcons C121 RUSSELL GARLITZZ Band C9-121g Retailing 98 in-F wp---4 - X 3 5 Q +1-4, '13' m. i in LOUIS GARNER: Variety Show 1121 ROBERT GASSER: St. Congress 19-12, Treas. 1215 As- sembly C1ub11115 Highlander 11215 School I-Iandbook1121 JO ANN GEITZ: Variety Show 110, 1215 F. Day Comm. 111, 121 DAVID GILCHRIST2 St. COng. 110-1215 New. Club 11115 Assem. Club 11215 Dance and St. Cong. Comm. 1121 GARY GINTHERZ St. Cong. 1111 JOE GLASS: Var. Show 11215 Vars. Club 11215 Golf 111, 121 CAROLE GOLDSTEIN: New. Club 11115 Fr. Club 11115 Prosc. 111, 1215 Dram. and Var. Shows 111, 1215 Nat. Honor Soc. 111, 1215 Sec. of St. Cong. 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 CHARLES GRIFFIN: F. Day Comm. 11215 Span. Club 1111 BETTY GRAVLIN: Retailing JANE GRUBER1 Var. Show 110, 1215 Choir 11015 GAA 11015 Span. Club 11115 F. Day 1121 ROBERTA GUBBINS: GAA 111, 1215 Prosc.111-12, Sec.15 Var. Show 11215 Garcons11215 Fr. Club 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 PETER GUCK: Nat. Jr. Honor Soc. 1915 Debate 110-1215 School Plays 111, 1215 Prose. 111, 1215 New. Club 111, 1215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Defense Council 112 - Pres.1 BARBARA HAGAN: Span. Club 1121 CLARK HALLAS: Piper 11015 SCribb1er's Club 11015 Highlander 111, 121 SUE I-IALDANE: Var. Show 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 SUSAN HARLEY: Nat. Jr. Honor Soc. 1915 Piper Sales 110, 1115 Prosc, 111, 1215 Garcons111, 1215 Var. Show 11215 F. Day Comm. 11215 New. Club 11215 Fr. Club 1121 SHIRLEY HARTKOPF: GAA 110-1215 F.Day Comm. 1121 NANCY HAY: GAA 11115 Span. Club 1121 99 F4 ' I , k, k it V - rf... ,ff . R 1.1 22.1 A A WILLIAM HAYES: Piper Ad Staff 110-11 Assist. Ad Mgr.- 121g Highlander Assist. Ad Mgr. and Ad Mgr. 11215 Track 110, 111g Publications Award 1121 MICHAEL I-IEFFERAN: Transfer to B'ham. in the 12th grade. LEE HEIMBECKER: Retailing JOANNE HELLER: choir 110, 111g var. Show110, 121g Span. Club 11219 F. Day Comm. 1121 NANCY HENNING: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade. Var. Show 1121g Choir 1121 DAVID HERSHEY2 St. C0ng. 110, 111g Drama and Var. Show 110, 111g Assem. Club 1121 JOHN HICKMAN: Debate 110-121g Youth Council 110-121g Prosc. 111, 1215 School Shows 111,121g F. Day Comm. 11215 Photo Guild 110-12, Pres. 121 BYRON HESTEVOLD: School Play 191g sc. Cong. 1117 CHARLES HOKE: New. Club 11115 Track 111,121g Scribbler's Club 1121g Var. Show 11219 Highlander 112, Co-Sports Ed.1 NORMAN HOMER: F. Day 110-121 TOM HOTCHKISSZ St. C0ng. 191g Var.Sh0w 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 PATRICIA HUBBARD! Band 19-121g Si. COng. 110-121g F. Day Comm. 110-1213 GAA 110, 111g Future Nurses 110-121 CONNIE HULETT: Prosc. 11213 Var. Show1121g F. Day Comm. 1111g Fr. Club 111, 121 CLIFFORD HUNT: Band 191 'Na . JAMES HUNTER: Track 1111 ROBERT JACKSON: Band 19-121g Baseball 19-1115 Varsity Club 1121 1 JAMES JACKSON: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th garde. ,,,,, TOM KAISER: Band 19, 1015 Retailing A 'C' 5 A ' 6521353175 -'fiihlsg 1.1. 5' .41.iJ :a2iFi5 5? rv' 1 gif' 4 ' 3151 . vii 12 1.3--ir:-' p111i1g'::f:?r W:-2 P f '71'C111gT1-1:-'35 23211 'P'-1 . .--p':w:1m.r:-.-f:e- WO'- , . -. ,. , ' 5 E 1 .Q 1 .- 11,11 . ' v L 52 ' ,11 2 e ,H gs 1 if ff f 1 f.. ffl., 1 CRAIG KALLEN: St. Cong. 11115 F. Day Comm. 110-121 ROBERT KARCH: Basketball 1915 Ft. Bau 110-1215 F. Day Comm. 11219 Highlander 1121 JANE KASTEN: choir 110-1115 F. Day comm. 110-1215 Var. Shows 110, 1215 Prosc.111, 1215 Garcons 111, 1215 rr. Club 1121 PAT KEEGAN: Transfer to B'ham. in 12thgrade. High- lander 1121 JANET KING: Var. Show 11015 Piper Sales 1111 KITTY KIRN: Cheerleader 19-1215 GAA 19-1215 Var. Show 110, 1213 Choir 111, 1219 F. Day Comm. 1121 SOPHIE KLOPFER: Transfer to B'ham. from Germany in 12th grade. Var. Show 1121 JOAN KOGGENHOP: Choir110-1215 Ensemble11015 Var. Show 110-121 MERIDELLE KNIGHTS1 GAA 19-1215 Var. Show 19-1215 F. Day Comm. 110-1215 Span. C1ub111, 12, Pres. 12th15 Prosc. 111-12, Pres. 12th1g Garcons 111, 1215 Assem. Club 1121 JAMES KORNECK12 F. Day 110-121 LINDA LANDSNAES: st. Cong. 1-1015 GAA 19-1215 Piper Ad and Sales Staff 110-12, Assist. Sales Mgr. 1215 F. Day Comm. 110-1215 Span. C1ub110-1215 Fr. Club 11215 Garcons 11215 Prosc. 111, 1215 New. Club 111, 121 SHIRLEY LANING: F. Day Comm. 11213 Span. Club 1121 JAMES LA PINE: Band 1915 F. Day C0mm.11O-1215 Track 11015 Vars. Club 1121 MARLENE LATHAM: GAA 110-1215 Chorus 1915 Piper Sa1es111, 121 ROBERT LELAND: F. Day Comm. 111, 1215 Dance Comm. Work 111, 121 ARTHUR LEE: Transfer to B'ham. in 12thgrade. Bask. Ball 1121 JUDITH LE MESSURIERZ Piper Ed. Staff11015 SI. Cong. 11115 GAA 11115 Assem. Club 11215 Var. Show 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 BEVERLY LEWIS: GAA 110-1215 F. Day C0mm. 111, 121 101 6 5 ,T .fk gb ' f r I 39' 3 I Q' IQ X -.YQ T. 169 143 1 1- he 1,1 A1 M. 1 I1 1 'W 3 ' up . 4 sn... A4 71' ' QI R 1 l ELLEN LEWIS: Nat..Ir. Hon.Soc. 1915 Dance Comm. 1915 Chorus 11015 Choir 111, 1215 Var. Show 110, 1215 Fr. Club 111, 12 - u. 1215 Prose. 111, 1215 F. Day Comm. 1121 KIRK LEWIS: Band 19-1215 Cross Country 110, 11 - Capt.15 Prose. 111, 1215 Swimming 111, 1215 Dram. Play 1121 NANCY LEWIS: Var.Show110-1215 Fr. Club 11015 Dance Comm. 110-121 BERTELLE LITTLE: F. Day 110-1215 Choir 110-111 LINDA LOOMIS! Nat. Jr. H0n. Soc. 1915 F. Day Comm. 110-1215 Piper Ed. Staff 110-12, Ed. 1215 Highlander 111, 1215 St. Cong. 11215 Fr. Club 11215 Torch Ed. Winner BARBARA LYNDALL: GAA 1915 St. Cong. 11015 Span. Club 11115 Choir111,1215 var. Show1121 WILLIAM MCBRIDE: F. Day 110-121 NANCY MCCOMBE: Dance Comm. 110-1215 GAA110-1215 Piper Ad Staff 11015 New. Club 11115 Var. Show 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 CYNTHIA MCDONALD: GAA110,1215 Piper Ad Staff 11015 New. Club 11115 Var.' Show 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 PAULA MCDONALD: Dram. and Var. Shows 110, 1215 F. Day Comm. 110, 1215 Prosc.111, 12- Corr. Sec.15 New. Club 11215 Garcons 11215 Highlander 112 - Feat. Ed.1 NANCY MCKINLEY: F. Day 110-121 PETER MacDONALD: Choir 111, 1215 Prosc. 11215 Dram. and Var. Shows 11215 Highlander Artist 1121 WILLIAM MALLENDER: Nat. Jr. Hon. SOC. 1915 Band 19-1115 F. Day Comm. 11015 Boys, State Rep.11115 Prosc. 11215 Fr. Club 11215 Var. Show 1121 MARILYN MARSHALL: T!'2.nSfeI' tOB'han'l. in 12th grade. F. Day 1121 KAY MACKENZIE: Var. Show 110-1215 Choir 110, 1115 Defense Council 11115 F. Day Comm. 11215 Pep Club 1121 ROGER MILLER: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 1915 St. Cong. 11115 School and Var. Shows 111, 1215 New. Club 111, 1215 Garcons 111, 1215 Track 81 Basketball Mgr. 110, 1115 Vars. Club 1121 LAURA MASHAW: GAA 110-1215 var. show 110, 1215 Choir 111, 1213 F. Day Comm. 1111 LINDA MILLER: GAA 19-1215 St. Cong. 19, 10, 12 - Sec. of Senate 1215 Var. Show110, 1215 F. Day Comm. 110, 1215 Fr. Club 11015 Assem. Club 1121 102 'Urn -'Q I 1151 'J i 571 AF' I 2 I-I 161 in-A ,puma , L if 1 'if F9 I +-4.aoI,' in 'U JOHN MONAGHAN: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade. Ft. Ball 41215 Track 4121 HENRY MOORE! Ft. Ball 49-1215 Track 410-1215 Five Letters5 St. Cong. 410-12, V.P.-1215 Highlander 41115 F. Day Comm. 410-121 LOIS MOORE: St. Cong. 49 - Treas. - 1015 Soph. Sec.5 Var. Shows 410, 1215 GAA 410-121g F. Day Comm. 410- 1215 Prosc. 411, 121 GORDON MUTCH: sr. Cong. 410, 1115 Assem. Club 41215 Highlander Circulation Mgr. 41215 F. Day Comm. 41215 Vars. Club 410, 1215 Thirteen Lettersg Ft. Ball 49-12, Capt. 1215 Bask. Ball 49-1215 Baseball 49- 121 SHIRLEY MORGAN: F. Day 410-121 JOYCE NOONAN: GAA 49, 1015 Future Nurses 4111 BEVERLY NORDSTROM: Var. ShoW41215 F. Day Comm. 4121g Span. Club 41215 Future Nurses 41215 Home Ec. Club 4121 RUSSELL NORDMAN: Baseball 4915 Ft. Ball 49-1215 Bask. Ball 49-1115 Vars. Club 41215 Garcons 411, 121 MARGARET NORRIS: Piper 41015 GAA 41115 Defense Council 41115 Future Nurses 4121 ELIZABETH OLMSTEAD: GAA 49, 1015 Piper Ed. staff 4101 JOHN OSLER: Golf 410-121 VIRGINIA OWENS: Fr. Club 41115 GAA 4111 JOANNE PEDDER2 Piper Ad and Sales Staff 410-1215 Piper Ed. Staff 41215 Dram. and Var. Shows 410-1215 Prose. 411, 1215 St. Cong. 41215 New. Club 41215 Fr. Club 41215 Garcons 41215 Scribblers 41215 GAA 4121g F. Day Comm. 4121 DARILL PERRY: Choir 49-1215 Garcons 411, 12 - Pres. 1215 Var. Show 41213 Swimming 410-121 JANICE PIKE: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 4915 Nat. Sr. Hon. Soc. 411, 1215 Choir 410, 1115 St. Cong. 41115 Garcons 411, 121g GAA 411, 12 - Treas. 1215 Rep. Club 41215 Var. Show 4121 CAROL PILLONZ Nat. Hon. Soc. 411, 1215 Piper Ed. Staff 410, 1115 F. Day Comm. 410, 121g Future Nurses 410- 1215 New. Club 411, 12 - Sec. 1215 Pep Club 4121 MICHAEL PLUMSTEAD: Band 49-1215 Track 49-1215 Vars. Club 410, 12 - Sec. 1215 Var. Show 410, 1215 St. Cong. 410-121 DAVID POWER: Fr. Ball 410, 1115 F. Day comm. 4121 103 ,ff 'ir fr? 0 Q Av , V .sf 14 . ,,m L .L .2 1. v.. .' '15 QL ' 'Q' AW 2 'D 4 .2 . M , 4 S .S sr 12 .5 QU PM E 1 X .-5 K , A A 2 E 5 X XX. , D ' 'ea 1 'G 4 62 rx , f' A U! A . 5 fiv 'W ALAN REASON: F. Day 410-121 ETHEL REED: GAA 49-121 SARAH REED: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 4915 Sr. Hon. Soc. 411, 1215 var. sh0w41o, 1215 Band410,111g Fr. Club 411, 1215 New. Club 41215 F. Day Comm. pH1LL1P REILLY: F. Day comm. 410-121g Ft. Eau 410, 111 BRUCE RENFREW: F. Day com. 41015 Er. Club 41115 sr. Cong. 4121 TOM RICKELMAN: St. Cong. 410, 1115 F. Day Comm. 410-1215 Vars. Club 41215 Ft. Ball 411, 1215 Track 410-121 IUDITH RITNER: Var. Show 410-1213 Span. Club 41115 Choir 411, 1215 Band 41215 St. Cong. 4121g F. Day Comm. 4121 VIRGINIA ROBERTSON: St. Cong. 49, 11, 121g Nat. Hon. Soc. 411, 1215 Var. Show 410, 1213 Piper Ed. Staff 410, 11 - Sales Mgr. 1115 Highlander 411 - Sales and Cir- culation Assoc. 11, Ed. 1215 GAA 49-1115 E. M. L. Rep. 411, 1215 Quill and Scroll 4121 DAVID ROEHM: Baseball 49-1215 Three Lettersg Var. Club 4121 MERRILL SCHLAACK: F. Day Comm. 410-1215 Ft. Ball, Track 49-1115 Bask. Ball 4915 Five Varsity Letters BRUCE SATTERLA: var. show 410, 1215 Band 49, 1015 choir 410-121 RICHARD SCHOENBERG2 F. Day C0mm. 410-121g C0m- mercial Co-op5 Retailing Club 410-121 LARRY SCHRADERZ St. Cong. 41215 Garcons 411, 121g Highlander 4121 TED SCHWARZ: Nat. Jr.Hon. Soc. 4919 St. Cong. 410-12, Treas. 1215 F. Day Comm. 410-1215 Swimming 410-12, Capt. 1215 Assem. Club412- Treas.15 Vars. Club 412 - Pres.15 Sports Ed. of Piper 4121g Highlander 411 - Sports Ed. 41215 Publications Award 4121 MARY SECHRIST: Commercial Co-op RICHARD SHAVE: Bask. Ball 4915 .Ft. Ball 49, 1015 F. Day Comm. 410-1215 Retailing Club 411, 121 WILLIAM SICKENBERGER: Track 411, 121 PATRICIA SIMONSEN: GAA 49-121g F. Day Comm. 410-121 104 as QV .gs 2 I bfi, -rv is , ,::,K,, X x S. 13111 A-21 tn.. .TUDITH SHORES! F. Day Comm. 110-121g Piper Ed. Staff 111, 1215 Piper Sales Staff 111, Sales Mgr. 1215 St. Cong. 11215 Var. Show 110-1215 New. Club 11215 Span. Club 111, 1215 Highlander 111, Fear.Ed.1219 Quill and Scroll 1121 GILBERT SINNAEVE: Span. Club 1121 EDWARD SISLER: F. Day Comm. 11215 Fr. Club 112 - Treas.15 Vars. Club 11215 Swimming 111, 1215 Golf 110, 111 R.ITA SKAAREN: St. Cong. 19, 10, 1215 Assem. Club 11115 F. Day Comm. 110-1213 Prosc. 11115 Span. Club 11115 New. Club 111, 1215 Dram. and Var. Shows 111, 1215 Scribbler's Club 112 Sec.1 BETTY SMITH: Var. Show 11215 Commercial Co-op CHARLES SMITH: Ft. Ball 1915 Bask. Ball 19-121 KENT SMITH: Bask. Ball 19-1215 Tennis110-1215 Piper Ad Staff 1121 NORA SMITH: F. Day Comm. 19-1215 Tennis 110-1215 Piper Ad Staff 1121 ROBERT SMITH! F. Day Comm. 1121 REYNOLDS SMIT1-1: Swimming 111, 1215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Var. Show 11215 Span. Club 1121 ROBERT SNELL2 Bask. Ball 19-1115 Ft.Ball 191 TOM SNYDER: F. Day Comm. 110-121g Golf 1111 HUGH SPONSEL: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade. Prose. 11215 Var. Show 11215 New. Club 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 JERINE STARK: Var. Shows 19, 10, 1215 F. Day Comm. 110, 1115 GAA 19-1115 Dance Comm. 110-121 WILLIAM STEPHENSONZ Ft. Ball 1915 Band 110, 1115 Span. Club 110, 111 TOM STINSONZ Baseball 19-1215 Vars. Club 111, 1215 Soph. Treas.5 St. Cong. 111, 1215 F. Day Comm. 1121 BEVERLY STRADINGER: var. Show 19, 1015 st. Cong. 1101g Piper Ed. Staff1101g Choir11O, 1115 Garcons 11215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Pep Club 112 Sec.1 DAVID STRAUD: Prosc.11215 F.Day Comm. 11215 Bask. Ball 1121 105 l 13 'kv qv L 1 1 e ROBERT STREIBS F. Day Comm. 1121 TOM STRUB: Baseball 11115 F. Day Comm. 1121 LLOYD SUTFIN: Class Comm. 110, 1215 F. Day Comm. 111, 121 JACK SWEET: sr. Cong. 110, 1115 G0lf110-1215 F. Day Comm. 110-121 ROBERT TEED! Photo Guild 110-12, Sec.-Treas., and V.P.15 St. Cong. 11215 F. Day Comm. 1121 ROBERT THALACKER2 St. Cong. 19 - V.P. and 10-1215 Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 1915 F. Day Comm. 110, 1215 Assem. Club 111, 1215 Highlander 11215 Ft.Ball 110-1215 Swim- ming 19-121 PETER THOMAS: Piper AdStaff110, 11 - Business Mgr. 1215 Highlander 111, 1215 Swimming 111, 121 DONALD THORTON: Ft. Ball 1915 Pres. of Retailing Club 1121 NANCY TISCHER: Assem. Club 11015 St. Cong. 111, 1215 Span. Club 111, 1215 New. Club 11215 Var. Show 11215 Prosc. 11215 Future Nurses 111 - Pres. 121 THOMPSON TJAARDA: sr. Cong. 1915 Bask.Ba11 19-1215 F. Day Comm. 111,1215 Track 111, 121 VIRGINIA TOWNSEND: Dance Comm. 110-1215 Piper Sales 11115 Var. Show 11215 GAA 111, 1215 F. Day Comm. 1121 SHIRLEY TOWNS LEY: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade. SHEILLA TRAYNOR: Choir and Ensemble 19-1115 Fr. Club 111,.1215 Dram. and var. Show19-1215 F. Day Comm. 110-1215 Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 191 POLLY VLIET: Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 1915 St. Cong. 19- Sec.15 Assem. Club 11015 New. Club 111, 1215 Jr. Sec.5 Span. Club 11215 Future Nurses 11215 Pep Club 1121 RICHARD WAESCHLE: New. Club 111 - Pres. 1215 Prosc. 11215 Dram. and Var. Shows 1121 RICHARD WACNER: Band 1915 van. snow 110, 1219 Re- tailing Club 110, 111 VIRGINIA WAGNER: Radio Workshop 1915 Piper Sales 110, 1115 Var. Shows 110, 1215 Choir 19-1215 F. Day Comm. 111, 1215 Span. Club 11115 Prosc. 1121 RUTH WALL: St. Cong. 1915 Dance Comm. 110-1215 Var. Show 110-1215 Choir 110-1215 Garcons11115 F. Day Comm. 1121 106 5 . ull' K 5. is 'X' Mu' tr-av PATRICIA WARNER: GAA 19, 101 JACK WATKINSON: Baseball 11015 Fx. Ban 111, 1215 Vars. Club 1121 RALPH WATTS: F. Day Comm. 110, 1115 Defense Council 110, 1115 Span.Club111, 1215 Track 19-1213 Vars. Club 11215 Var. Show 11215 Cheer1'd1121g Highlander 1121 JANET WEBER: GAA 110-1215 PiperAdStaff 11015 Var. Show 110, 1215 Prosc. 111, 1215 Garcons 111, 121 JEAN WEBSTER! GAA 110-1215 Span. Club 111, 1215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Var. Show 11215 Prosc. 11215 St. Cong. 11215 Pep Club 112 V.P.1 JUDY WEBSTER: GAA 110-1215 Span. Club11215 Prosc. 11215 Var. Show 11215 F. Day Comm. 11215 Pep Club 112 - Pres.1 ROGER WEBSTER: Var. Show 110, 1215 Lighting Tech- nician at School Affairs 110-121 JAMES WELDY: Prosc. 111, 1215 Dram. and Var. Shows 111, 121 CHARLES WEIRZ St. COng. 19-1215 Nat. Jr. Hon. Soc. 1915 Sr. Hon. Soc. 111, 12 - Pres.15 Fresh. Pres.5 Soph. Pres. F. Day Comm. 11015 Assem. Club 111, 1215 Highlander 112 - Sports Ed.15 Ft. Ball 110-1215 Bask. Ball 110, 111 JAMES WHEELER! st. Cong. 1915 Ft. Ball 19-1213 Track 110, 1115 Baak. sau 19, 101 MARY JO WEISLER2 St. C0rlg. 110, 1215 Cheer'ld. 110- 1215 Fr. Club 11115 New. Club 11115 F. Day Comm. 111, 1215 Var. Show 11215 Pep Club 1121 HELEN WILLIAMS: GAA 19-1115 Var. Show 110, 1215 New. Club 111, 1215 Future Nurses 111, 1215 Span. Club 1121 SUSAN WILSON: Piper Sales 11015 Var. Show 110, 1215 St. Cong. 11115 Prose. 111-Sec. 1215 Highlander Sales 1111g Garcons 1121 ANITA WOOD: Commercial Co-op- SIlVI WRIGHT: Transfer to B'ham. in 12th grade. ROY YAGER: Retailing DORIS CLARK: Retailing 107 'Vs il? i.-If 1 'Y pn 1. V hr I .IH -D 'S About the Town -4+rf!'fc'f ' l 7' Elini-f 51 + fi 45,1 agiiiffg , 1 m.,q,, . if H F' Ag X fv- 1. A v 5 if f w K :V ' -sf,-QW 5 rr .1 . Qf, if? 'W . :NA LT? ,f ' .' 4 - Li 4 JSE ' wwf , ' L ' CHEVROLET ,w 1 ww, PONTIAC S OLDSMOBILE For 195 rtest Convertibles PRESENTS The Sma GENERAL MOTORS ' ' rogress that makes the key handsome examples of the engmeermg p value! rl, eral Motors car you r key to greater If ! to a Gen AT CHEVROLET, PONTIAC, OLDSMOBILE, BUICK, CADILLAC DEALERS NOW ON DISPLAY Al1Wixh Body by Fisher 3 BUICK CADILLAC M0se1ey's Fisher Building Linens Laces Bedding TR 5-2330 Detroit 2, Mich The Birmingham Hardware L.T. Slusser, Proprieter Home of Quality Merchandise Since 1915 Phone Mldwest 4-7524 BLEAZBY'S 112 is -,-'P'xS:.a:4:mz,e.fw::.'g'iSf!islm:'2E:wEi:1::..f,,,:fv1'v I H - , t I X ,X 3 ,K, ,. ., M , l, Z Q , i 4 , . . on . A ,,. 1 if 'SN ' rx. Manufacturers of Aluminum Storm windows, Screens, and Doors HAYES Wolverine CORP 8525 Livernois Detroit TExas 4-8121 113 PREPARE YCURSELF for a Career in Business Training in the day and evening schools of The Business Institute has enabled thou- sands of high school graduates to secure desirable positions. Those viho display industry and initiative, and develop their personal qualities, are able to earn early advancement. Courses offered include Secretarial, Gregg Shorthand, Stenograph, Speedwriting, Accounting, Business Administration, Junior Executive, Comptometer-Calculator, and Type- writing. Finishing Courses can be arranged by those who have had commercial training. We are receiving far more employment calls than our placement department is THE BUSINESS INSTITUTE Entire llth Flr. Michigan Theatre Bldg., 220 Bagley Avenue, Detroit 26 7 West Lawrence Street, Pontiac 15 Detroit Business University, Entire 'l0th Flr. United Artists Bldg., Detroit 26 able to fill. lThe Business Institute is incorporated under the Educational Acts ol the Michigan Statutes as a Class-A College, empowered to grant degrees. l Visit the school, or telephone WOodward 2-6534 for bulletin and free booklet, Your Tomorrow. JCI GOD BUILDS FOR TOMORROW WITH YOUTH TODAY .Serif preddyferian C,jAurcA N. Woodward Ave. Birmingham, Michigan 114 any . Sf. jamed gipbcopaf Czurch Education Is The Best Foundation For Successg Make The Most Of It CLUHSET HUDSON 820 S. Woodward Ave. Mld t4-9200 B' ' h M' h' Jorgjs 4-6646 lrmmg am' lc lgan Clarence Clohset 115 Ddmcw 7:1124 We Learn To Be Discriminating Buyers 116 ongrafufafionfi I 1107 CROOKS ROA ROYAL OAK LI. 3-4480 EACH STEP IN LIFE IS JUST A LITTLE MORE IMPORTANT THAN THE LAST ONE. Capture Each Important Day With a Candid Story . . D That Keeps the Day Alive Forever. 117 WAGNER0 ULUSMUISILE 9001 Woodward y 4 1200 Moclwus BAKERY FROZEN PASTRIES CANDY PARTYSPECIALTIES FOUNTAIN LUNCHES 160 W. Maple BANY FLUVVEHS Flowers For A11 Occasions 190 Willets Birmingham, Michigan 119 Pick a Pendleton For Casual Wear From CAMPBELL'S VILLAGE STORE 205 Pierce St. MI, 4-7100 120 1 o hz? E W, K xx k din V5 gh? 2 ,M .. ' W. VM I LXXH N Zi I 5 - K.. i ,,v,: . 5' 3 l .Zu V- JV 2 o M - . - g North Chevrolet PIITTEP-'S BEVEHAGES 297 E. Maple Birmingham, Mich. Phone Mldwest 4-344 121 To the 1953 Graduates of Birmingham High School CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES For a Life of Happiness and Achievement DEARBORN MOTORS CORPORATION National Marketing Organization For the Ford Tractor and Dearborn Farm Equipment 2500 East Maple Road Birmingham, Michigan 122 Mills Pharmacy Gifts and Cards Pharmaceuticals Fountain Service 1740 W. Maple MI. 4-5060 Quorton Food Morket I744 WEST MAPLE BIRMINGHAM, MICHIGAN COMPLETE FOOD SERVICE We Deliver Phones: Midwest 4-5510 4-55II 123 Wabeek Building Birmingham Detroit 81 Chicago Featuring: Cas ual Wear , College Shop, Dobbs Hats, Freeman and Johnson Murphy Shoes RB SHOPS, Inc. Fashion Leaders for over 25 years Birmingham Ferndale Royal Oak Mt. Clemens W M m mb.,-Q-at W ..- .-'yn-'sq-Q...- M R U' 'k fff - , ,W N h --.umwMM'MNm -0--..,,,.--N.A N Your Ford Dealer Harold Turner 464 S. Woodward Midwest 4-7500 125 Questa Zpaaieaaul ' GU LF PRODUCTS WASHING - LUBRICATION - MINOR REPAIRS ROAD SERVICE TIRES - BATTERIES - ACCESSORIES 221 N. Hunter Blvd. Phone: MI 4-7608 SFIRE BROTHERS' MARKET AWREY BAKERY I80 West Maple Birmingham, Michigan Herbert Burr SHOE SALON 255 N. WOODWARD, BIRMINGHAM 126 MATTHEWS of BIRMINGHAM Ladies 81 Mens Custom Tailoring Furriers ik Mens Wear 81 Accessories Birmingham, Michigan 288 E. Maple Ave. MI. 4-1777 fafeife '4 Birmingham's Shop of Books and Gifts 137 W. Maple Ave. 127 SUBURBAN MOTORS COMPANY CARL F. FISCHER 565 S. Woodward Ave. Birmingham, Michigan RICHARD A. FISCHER Midwest 4-4440 Jordan 4-6927 1923 To the Graduate Sincere Congratulations And Happy Wishes Too May Your Chosen Field bring success and joy to you! Thirty years of Sincere Service WILSON DRUG Woodward 8: Maple Birmingham, Michigan 1953 ol,aLe yewekfd The Sterling Store of Birmingham 69 W. Maple MI. 4-5315 128 BROWN'S For Exclusive Dry Cleaning 1794 West Maple Road Midwest 4-2400 Dick Wortl1ley's Sunoco Station 121 N. Woodward MI, 4-5000 129 S A, fi Clarkner Motor Sales Incorporated Studebaker Cars Sz Trucks 666 South Woodward Ave. Birmingham, Mich DICKINSON 'S 272 W. Maple Phone Midwest 4-3680 130 N. Bob Adom's Shell Station Road Service - Tires, Batteries Birmingham, Michigan Hunter Sz Maple Midwest 4-9750 Jewelry And Gifts For All Occasions wana yewezw, Hamilton-Elgin-Bulova Watches Watch And Jewelry Repairing 154 Maple Avenue Congratulations - to the Seniors and a happy life to you all DEAN COFFIN, Inc. 348 E. Maple Freezer and Frozen Food Plans 131 For Quality and Service always see the BIRMINGHAM LUMBER And Supply Company Inc. 1025 Haynes Street or call Midwest 4-3636 A Michigan Fashion Institution for over 80 years IACUBSUWS Birmingham, Michigan Maple at Bates 132 FOR CAREFUL AND COMPLETE REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE SERVICE SEE ERNEST W. KURTH 290 S. Woodward Ave., Birmingham, Michigan ESTABLISHED IN BIRMINGHAM SINCE 1921 Telephone: MI 4-7676 Chrysler Congratulations Mike Welch, Inc. Mi. 4-3903 479 S. Wood. Plymouth Wabeek Pharmacy ICE CREAM GIFTS PRESCRIPTION SERVICE MARK BEARSS 296 w. Maple Mldwesf 4-6333 133 BITTERLE'S SERVICE Distributor of Hi-Speed Products 1712 W. Maple Avenue Birmingham, Mich. Midwest 4-0225 Wesch Cleaners 1456 S. WOODWARD PHONE MI 4-7044 Erwin 81 Smith Market Quality Meats and Groceries Mldwest 4-2811 and 4-2812 138 West Maple Ave. - Goods Delivered 134 We are interested in growing things Congratulations to the class of 1953 Mc Clellon-Boll Company Yard, Garden, Pet Supplies We Put Up Chop Suey To Take Out Peorl's Chop Suey Chinese and American Restaurant We Cater To Private Parties 469 S. Woodward Birmingham, Michigan Phone Mldwest 4-2913 Midwest 4-0700 Midwest 4-0701 -fem PARISIAN HAIRDRESSER Imported Perfumes ond Accessories I47 Pierce St.. Birmingham, Michigan 135 Congratulations CLASS OF '53 19 .123 , Q mi. E9 S A JI ' X' l 31 0 0 fi 5:21 Enfamcn fep erm, nc. i ff, HW F V' L 'X REALTORS imag- g' ' ffgff Ju . J : ' 259 So. Woodward Midwest 4-3232 Buying - Selling - Building - Financing - Brimingham - Bloomfield MULHULLANDS l 136 l I'Qill lii CALCAPM CA PARZVIENTEHS 141 W. Mapl Midwest 4-9340 Virginia Meat Market George 81 Franz Fugmann 608 South Woodward Avenue Birmingham, Michigan Phone Mldwest 4-6430 We Deliver Birmingham and Bloomfield Properties Walsh James Sr Wasey Co., Realtors I Since 1918 431 South Woodward Ave. , Birmingham Donald D. James, President Homes and Estates W. Whiting Raymond Secretary Sites and Acreage J .F. Bowman Sales Manager Lake Properties David W. Young Business Frontage Robert Craig Insurance Mrs. Naomi D. Usher Mrs. Florence E. Pointer Mrs. Eleanor Zider The Glassford Shop Foundations - Lingerie - Hosiery 135 Pierce MI. 4-5244 138 5 cLoTn1NuPEUK'S MENS wma The Charles R. Peck Sons I Custom Tailoring 108 South Woodward Birmingham, Mich. MI. 4-7724 J M TAKE Hom' Congratulations Mmm u Class of '53 weslsv nnucs 100 W. 14 Mile Rd. Birmingham , M ich . ' Phone MI. 4-7563 ,LW in ' 139 Za: 02444. fum WILLIAMS BOOT SHOP T15 WEST MAPLE AVENUE Birmingham, Michigan MI, 4-7344 Congratulations To The Class Of '53 Anderson Bakery 124 W. 14 Mile Rd. Birmingham, Michigan Hilly Acres Dairy HOME DELIVERY FOR GRADE A DAIRY PRODUCTS MILK - BUTTER - CHEESE - EGGS FOUNTAIN SERVICE - LUNCHES AND DINNER 356 W. Maple Midwest 4-3736 140 eun.Mmg,,,A 141 M Advertising Directory Anderson Bakerv . . Bany's ....,.. Benjamin 8: Stephens . Bill Williams ..... Birmingham Hardware . Birmingham Lumber . Bitterle's ..... B1eazbly's .... Bob Adam's Station . Brown's Cleaners .... Campbell's Village Store. . . . . Carkner Studebaker . . . Christ Church Granbrook Clohset Hudson ...... Dean Coffin . . . Dearborn Motors .... Detroit Business Institute Dickinson's ........ Dimas Furs . . Erwin 8: Smith ...... First Presbyterian Church General Motors . Glassford Shop . . Harold Turner . . Hayes Wolverine . . Herbert Burr . . . Higgins 8: Frank . . Hilly Acres ..... Hunter Blvd. Service . .T acobson's . . Kay Baum . Kurth Real Estate . . LaBelles ..... Lakes . . Leon's . . . Machus . Matthews . . McClellan-Ball . . Mike Welch . . Mills . . . Mosely's . . Mulhollands . . . North Chevrolet . . Parmenters . . . Pearl's Chop Suey . Peck's ...... Quarton Market . . . R. B. Shop . . Ritters . . Sfire Bros . ........ . St. James Episcopal Church Suburban Motors ...... Virginia Market . Wabeek ....... Wagner Oldsmobile . . Walsh, James 8: Wasey . Walton's .... . Wesch Cleaners . . Wesley Drugs . . . William's Boot Shop . Wilson Drugs . Worth1ey's. . . ,.- X f , v.X. N Lw.Jgv,X J Q , ' 351' -1.',, 5 X 'X '1- -.:r'. . IH- 'X X, .f . L'4 '-,'?aL.X- '. ' fu.: ,b,Z.: X. ' 4 X ii X :X 'ln rr X . A '. X V ,-X-Q: gig .- Ag.. f,7 X,X-' J XX, fl. Q., 'X -1 413. . ull. ...ia ' QL. ., 1 .. .-g in XX, N X X , .f'?'! A1 pu 'X z JM XX X- 5.412 ' 1- if 'X N2-' 41' v- mf., 71. H' X. ,,f -.T X .' , ,X ,,, ,. XX, ., x., V - .- -, 1 ., .JX , ., ,, ' '-,av X-fx- .V .. ' In ,., :-X . XX ,. -, M'5yX. . .4411--,- 4 ., .5 ' -4. ,, , - EVA: V X. t- 'XXX Nd, .i 1 -,,. QQX4-X 1.-.X:,.M-L .L I .., ,. ., ,, .,.,. X X. X -rap' 1- ' ' 'XX' . '1 ly- ff.-w 5 , , X X.X ' - X 'X. - -A Q . xl N XX . , . A . - A N ,, X F X X' - X Q 1 fm- 233 . X . XX X -X - - 5 - ' A5f,.-- 13.1, j f . X'-'.-XLIX .X',X1.. .X ' X , X- . f,.fa'AX a , w, . 3 - ' 151' . Lf... -X . - ' ' X .'.:. -' ff , -. - , -ag 'f'.,Q:f: , 2 - , 'J -ff . A, 1 -1. X Lf X X'- 1t '. 5'X- ' - 'J.'.f '3 X X X -.4!-X-'- ' , -- .' - ? L'.' f'-'- 'X-5, 'gf' .gn -'X'- 1. .-,..: 5 . L - -. -,-Qi, ,:X,-. ..4.. q . L . ,,..X, 5 V . 1 ' .. - X --X --X2'.'.rT' X- . ,. XX -. ,X -XX, ,VX - A. L, X: ., V, ,g.,'.-,LV -flg!'.,.1,'fX - ju X., X.,.'Q. -X Q. - N -XXX' ,X - X ' LQX -r:-3.ag,i'L,:L, X In ,v-lX...x- XL-L-V - . ..X-- ' 'r 1 A, -,k!.x. X' 'N' fr -vw .- -' lXX I , X 2-'fX 'u. -X , '-i,4XX . XX.-1' L - 1 . . X ,Le XXX. XXXX-4-1-X.:xw-X.f -af --1X:..+.f X-,L X. X' 1. M , - X. uw- .X - Q' 'YN' X1'f'4'Xu., 1' '- 'f' - Xt-Q - X' ' 154 - ' - 'LX-5' -Jil--iz' '-5'-X XE-XXX, 5.5-161: ix ix. SIJQX ,-',,,:,1..1 'X - X.V'- K 1' V- ' X - , X A -,X I .X-vt-.1-X,:X-grXX1f'f .'.1,5X1:, :Xw--:Xgff-- -fl X '- X , , - X , . X n - , ., 1, -W., ,, mv, - X J - ,Ng .. . 4 5X Xf'fs5Y-PFf:kSW'X'M.fT' filflaa .:.ns'f1 22 ff ,gf ff' , '- X L -f,A5I,rr,,1i1'?g,:,X1-X5j2.4 Lg1',.'aj .,. ' X gX, X ' X 15,3 TX,--I - .Q 3-4 7 - ,X .X . , fi f ' X ' T., X -.' 7-'XX':-. fX,:1.-X: 52+ C 1. '-': -'- L ,' ' X. .1-, . ' . XX 'H A .' X X ' iV'E 14-'ii k....X:Li' :E .'1' TF? 'J' . X'- - 1,319 J v- . .- . ' If ' 5 XX -XL .. L-XM...-' ,X X, - t ,. X V -'wf-X-' 5 '-'-'1 -f X'. . L. . .I : - Q ..mXv-L ,,,X' - -Q, :Ui .L - ,' . 'f '1' ' -'ff X . - X X X1 -1' X wp-Vi, 'lr . X. .X4 SX- X .M 5- -- X gn X ,X - 'RX'----I ,ZXIIT-,XX-'1 X f , B 5- --11 at ' , 'g -, X, X --3, .-,,J.X-.X- . , X -,,4:..,,.. ' ' . ?, Tf !v ' . ' X1 If Qs ' W ' X, M: Vv'? '1' ., 4 . X iv-Ji . X :N Akq 11-1-'-I-tt I . ' ' '. -' , ' ,e' -. - -, -X Lv -X .,-9,g:- .- .X . '-iLl.i..,,?Zv,,j AJ- :X'X,. - . T Xl. i XXL- X v -MXPX -. X' f ,, X ' X-. --X, ,w:X,, ':' .- N .' ' XXT, ' ',..,.j?'fh 'g' ' I 0 , X, X X , Q- Q' . ' 'A I X K ' 'ZQXVJA' ' - if. . Q' ' ' ' . ' X . - - : , . ...J -Q ,-1. -X .rX ,V X .XX ,X - HXX 2, -Xf uf 1 XX '- Q , , ' 'U X - 11' - sixiyss r , , ' IX., X- C ,-X. . . ig, , U V 'viii - X- NJ. 'T-Xi. -.4 1 X X ' - fl X X ' X. , - -3.4, -f-W' '- ' f. , .X.- -WX' X-af. . - :X , , xt EkwX,,- .1 , X Tv: .7 . I S L f' . LF'.'f - 3 f X'f gn. 1 y iff ug,-.,.g.:.5. ..fXX- X..a,.X , X , X X ML- Xa, I :fry-EX ,,fUT'ia1'L,'5-:f..I1 :' XV , :'.:,,Sf,,. - X ., . ' I-.jzdifi , I ' . '-Tiff' ' .vp E-3.4, ,- 1, .5 , . .. , ,,,.'- ,--,,,4, . .- X ,X . 49 X LX- -XX--XXX-X - X- --, X - X -P4 af. f-1111?-x-'f 5, . - - L XE..-.X my., ,gX, . F 'if Tfil' :fi 1 'X ff IX .XXXXI .XX-X-Ll -.Xu gg- '- .1 --Q-1 fa- -,:.:- . X X--.'f:1,f --X'-1--an ,X -,,-'. yr' ffii-.:,'. 1. :X,f9?X..e'X . , f,,Li'T f 1.E :.QQ5+f5 mf '- , 'Q fx A ' -1 X . 1211 ITM- '15-' ' '. . .X:' . . 5- Y , '- R-'X ..- 4 .X X,-X-1 '., -' .- X'. --X--. f. ,, X.X-X5 ,'X.X - ' , -, - :X M 1'-Q X X ,QN,i7'4Y. Q'.-x ,.: 74 - , , pr- ,. .,f,1.- I - fbi v-I .J 515 -1 Qi , -, ,L X : i , , --X ,X -- 4, - ' - wwf. I.-EQ-'-'fy X - X X. -X .- . - N' f' .v,X, U ,X, ,gl X . . , X I , X.af f Te ' L , ' X X' ', ' .ff -A -' ' . - X . -X.X.I , 1' , . Y .I .., XX, ,ui 5, -- V- fi -X 1' 'i I ' , hi, , X X, . '. ' X- X.' JV 'L' X .'X'.'1X ,a. I 7' - 'L' X ' X ,M X -N XXX. - Xg-5535?--.J -XX-X--.XXX ,XXX -2 , XXX X mX,:f,. ,-.1 .X,, . , . X ,,2: Ji ., ',.x .1if', A' if ,EJ I :V X X ,, jW.,,,, :XX fm - . L , . XXX.g X- . -- X1-. . X - , - X' J X. X . 'XX .mf if-X . ' . 1 'J .4 - X . 1.3, .,-,:,.,,1 -X VX nj., 1, 1 -, ..,,. ,J.,g, - ' --Cfif .LL ' ' ' A ' X-' :5:g.l' . T1 ' ' .X ' ' , wp- - ,-1,--f in i' 'X ' ,':--- ' -' X , -. . ,, -I--f 1--Q.-5 9, ,, j ,E-:.3g,,j,X,X-X-,-1131.-1 .5 .1---.' ww. X. X' uf ..,.. . - 1,--1.-' 'Xu X t XXe.:.-.-.1 ft XM- Xw, '!'.1f,, fe- ,- ' ' 'X ,-'- .L, ,XJ .jX :X..X 1:4 . . 1 ' XX' f 'ggi .X .1 'J1.',,4 141- ful 'i X' -'qf','! :AZ - JI.-'X 1- XX-,X XX fi- ' X X ' X' JX -'ff ,Ms -1 .XXV :X '75, .3 W' 316 .:- .Lg M X Q, ' , -X. ,,XX .-X.- , X .PXXX-' 'X -Tv 4-X p 7if'X.w -vw-:X .. 7 X -. . .gf'c'F - ,X f . X- XX 1'-.P--f,1,:5L:X.X:X 3-5-1-:-LXXX3,-gi ,X 1. X X'-, L - -- - ,X - -' 1 . X X ' 'YW XXXTC15 ' '. .' ' '?4 iXX' 'V-Xlfl X -- -X X4i? '3: 71' 7' ' - gig- X- f'wT:'1-iii if-g,-Q ,JPN -1- ' '. '-C.--,J f-1 X 1-. X , X,. X ,QM .5 ,-',-gr, gi, ,fg-X .X.'. X ,XR-44m g'- X Xi-'XXQ QE'-i.,.'X ,.' . T .X Xi' -f!J!L- Xl13i 3.Xf12?T g--3 gi5,'X,,r'3,-:'. f.XW'X X: 'sX. 51.5, XY '--,XG fi-'qs , X'-1-3' ...nm- -'fff 1' X1-H'-FX .eu-X X - XX. . 5 XX- -- . X ' - ' , .:-e.1fi.-vg-gf .Liv --.- -I -.X 1.4. .. X . , .. .. X , , -X- if f .-4- - Lf- P -- X -1, '- . , X X, 12 M. -5,1 -.X-XX'-Xr '-P-'K-if F51 .T--X 1- - . LX- .f:- ii X X - 1 '- '. 1'X'5X2. X:Q:,X1 XzXX -XiaTXX--1:1 'iw X ' ,ff'-JMXXX4. 1- .W -'J -X-. . X.-XX X. HX.-X. -QL. 'Var' IX, X- XX X. X f.:s..X.-X -. G -. XX,. -- X -- WX .X,,X... X- uv 1--X 54-f. - .X- -- .V X ' Q 1-'f , --X, ,. new X X 5. , X X ,iX.g 55,-Xil X '-'N ' ' . - X ' X- :X - X ' . - - qqk. I 'XX . V ., X . '..Xf ' ..-. . N ' X-4.7 , I .. Q, X . . X, . X ' X ,xr ,. X.. 'ffgfg - ,X X I- - . .i X X ,,,. X: X5 4 Q 74',, ,'-:- - ,NX fi, - ,,,- c In iii. r X: '-4.5 ' 'X ' mud' , 'anvil' a E , ..,x. . :Q an-A,'Nw.ix-mygWfwngNwAy94wmX k S . 'W qv'-amy-m 5 alliefwkix '?Hl5WlUKxY-iii xiii ill? J nu iv' . KF aku