Bishop Neumann Catholic High School - Cavalog Yearbook (Wahoo, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1972 volume:

lueras Bishop Neumann Central CathiM Iigh School Cavalog Wahoo. Nebraska Volume Eight Editor . . . . Copy Editor . Section Editors . Sheila Kaiser . . Randy Masek Larry Furasek Kathy Polacek Regina Beranek John Knuth I .nralla Malm Julie Martin Frank Lanik raphers . . . Greg Nelson Harold Ruzicka Cover Design . . . LaurieKuncf I Sister Stephanie Matcha bok Moderator: H£tfj ler Veronica. M.S. Staff Members MaaBwiy Kruce Beth Sutton Diane Benes Suzanne Richter Bonnie Shanahan Mary Ann Divis CONTENTS Introduction .............. 4 Curriculum ................ 8 Spiritual .................26 Social.....................32 Sports ...................40 Activities ...............54 Students..................72 Community.................98 I can’t believe I ate the whole thing, laments Mr Reeves as he loses the kolache eating contest at a pep rally. We Vibrate Positively Vibrations--what are they? How do they start, and where do they fit at Neumann High? Born of more than an or- dinary occurrence, vibrations are the effects of one instant upon another, of one idea upon another, of one emotion upon another. This lends to the chain of events an explanation of cause and effect. Neumann students lived, worked, and vibrated around a common center--school pride. Waves of endeavor extended to all areas of the school com- munity, making individuals as one. Each person’s achieve- ment, outlook and ability effected the next; each de- pended on the effort of another, as do pulsating ripples of wa- ter after a disturbance has been made. Each individual, after the struggle, gained from the final talley. Concentrically related to one another, the students were the vibrations of 1972--the “disturbances” that caused changes in the natural scheme of things. Anticipating senior graduation, Ed Komenda fills out an order for announcements. Esprit de corps gains Sister Vincent a certificate of merit from the National Catholic Library Association. Joe Nemec. Myron Sabatka. and Steve Tvrdy take great delight in some of Mrs. Rezac’s food creations. New Ripples Appear On Neumann s Surface Many new ripples ap- peared during the 1971-1972 school year to change the ex- terior of Neumann High, in- cluding the appearance of fifty freshmen to make a total en- rollment of two hundred forty- three. But freshmen weren’t the only new students. For the first time in its history, Neumann had a foreign student, Ramon Cordero, and a visually handi- capped student, Darryl Walla, attend regular classes. The school itself took on a new look as the library was arranged with a new floor plan and Room 28 was converted in- to an audio-visual room. Mean- while the north lobby was made into a speech resource center, and the old journalism room became an office for three teachers. The ripple that pleased students most, however, was the opening of the gym doors for noon recreation during mods 11,12, and 13 each day. Launching the handball on its return trip to the wall, Butch Vasa engages in one of the favorite noon-time recreation sports. Amigos from the start. Chuck Cihal aids Ramon Cordero in mastering the English language. Ramon hails from Venezuela and comes to the U S. through the efforts of Father Bill Kalin. Mary Nemecek and Barb Pleskac work industriously on an essay during their English mini-course. 6 An expert at carpentry as well as counseling. Father Rauth lends his talents to building a new partition for the audio-visual room and shelves for the library. To the horror of some girls, a grasshopper is examined first hand in Room 27. 7 CUHHICUL UM Disciplinarian? Athletic director? Business teacher? Coach? Which position is Mr. Wayne Reeves exercising while he checks the absentee excuses of Terry Vlcan and Leonard Maly? The money courier of Neumann. Father John Zastrow, smiles as he departs to make a deposit at the bank. Smoking his pipe while relaxing. Fr. Rauth chats with Fr. Demuth after one of his counseling sessions. This is the first year he had such sessions. 10 Administration Creates Two New Positions Reorganization was the key word in the ’71-72 administra- tion at Neumann when two new positions were added to the ad- ministrative wheel. Sister Rosalee Burke de N.D., returning after a year’s absence, took over as curric- ulum coordinator. She success- fully coordinated the establish- ment of a pass-fail system and an ineligibility system. While maintaining his po- sition as athletic director. Wayne Reeves also undertook the task of disciplinarian. Al- though “jugs” were done away with, detentions for tardiness were strictly enforced. Meanwhile, Father Philip Rauth continued his role as guidance counselor. In early fall, along with Wahoo Public, Father Rauth planned a career night where juniors and seniors from all over Saunders County were invited to visit with rep- resentatives from various schools. Overall, Father John Zas- trow, superintendent, enjoyed the balance of power. 11 Smile Away, Theologians Smiley buttons and mini- courses dominated the activ- ities of the religion department. Mr. Smiley reflected the spirit of the young theologians. This spirit spread to other areas, and a smiley banner made its appearance even in the faculty work room. Mini-courses were a new adventure for the junior and senior theologians. During the third quarter, students chose from nine electives being taught by the four religion teachers. A few of the most popular ones were Teenage Problems, Dating, Christian Womanhood, and Electronic Gospel. Father James Demuth served his second year as department head. In order to teach his senior religion classes, Father Donald Imming drives seventeen miles. Father Richard Brombach taught Comparative Religions to the juniors and seniors third quarter. 12 Making smiley buttons is fun for Sister Stephanie and her freshman students Cynthia Styskal, Julie Polacek. Jean Jelinek. Mary Ann Meduna, and Connie Sabatka. The buttons will be given to the residents of Haven House. 13 14 “That's it!” exclaims Mr. Baker to Sister Veronica, Sister Kathleen, and Sister Patricia as the English Department makes another important (?) decision. Paul Virgl laughs as he shows Rene Rochford and John Cajka all the letters that he received about famous authors. Lively Staff Launches Ideas In English Packeting, participating, paraphrasing, and punctuating characterized the English De- partment this year. Sister Kathleen Kramer introduced both herself and the packet system to the freshmen. The students ad- justed and in a survey favored the system 42 to 9. Sophomores divided their time among literature with Sister Patricia Stoeckinger, speech under Sister Rosalee Burke, and writing with Sister Kathleen. Mr. Craig Baker’sjun- iors became adept in writing term papers. Macbeth was al- so paraphrased in contempo- rary language. Writing was emphasized in senior English. Sister Veronica Volkmer had her students use their book re- ports as both reading and writing assignments. Thus they became aware of the in- tricate relationship between literature and grammar. Leona Benes and Nancy Fiedler apply make-up to Liz Cajka and Paula Wolfe as part of advanced drama class. Sister Rosalee makes preparations to teach a class the art of applying stage make-up. 15 Politicians Perk Up History In '72 Election year ’72 saw con- cerned Neumann students be- come aware of the effects of politics on them. County Clerk Charles Egr gave the seniors an informative talk on the voting procedure. Many of the 18-year-old sen- iors then registered to vote. Juniors showed their in- terest in government by taking part in County Government Day and becoming aware of the en- vironmental problems threat- ening Americans. Freshmen delved into the politics, customs, and cultures of foreign powers. Sister Phyllis humorously objects to being suddenly interrupted while advising Diane Janecek. Along with President Nixon, Joe Nemec, Dave Redler, and Rod Musilek visit China through their history projects. County Government officials from Neumann are as shown: seated, Michelle Lackey; first row, Nancy Komenda, Monica Polak, Marian Proskovec, Diane Breunig, Judge Merle Edstrom. Debbie Princ. Jayne Polacek. Mary Kay Shanahan; back row, Sharon Bartek, Cindy Hohl, Agnes Bouc, Karen Janecek, Annette Vech, Rod Urban. Darrell Walla, Pat Kuncl. Bruce Kobza. Unique projects of their students capture the attention of Sister Phyllis and Mr. Brown. 17 The two Neumann math teachers, Sr. Celeste and Mrs. Curt Snoberger, get together to check information and to file packets. Joe Cerv displays his trophy after placing second in the Mad Hatter Contest at the Creighton Math Field Day. With the help of the overhead, JanAsmussen, Loretta Malm, Patti Kane, and Larry Furasek study problems for the approaching Math Field Day. 18 Mathletes Run Beyond Finish Line Running the race of packets, Neumann math students had the opportunity to advance at their own pace and to complete more than one math course during this school year. Outside the doing packets, mathletes were active in other areas. The sophomores conducted surveys to work problems concerning statistics. Later in the year, nine math students traveled to the Creighton Math Field Day held February 12. Joe Cerv came home with a second place Mad Hatter trophy. Then on March 14 approximately forty students participated in the twenty-third Annual Mathematics Examination. Ending the math year’s events was a math bowl held April 15 at Westside High School in Omaha. Loretta Malm, Randy Masek, Leona Benes, and Annette Vech attended. Observing many-sided objects is an interesting project for Cindy Wolfe and John Wolfe in geometry class. Freshmen Cindy Styskal. Mary Ann Meduna. Mary Keane, David Janecek, and Mike Hattan find that studying their algebra together is a better way of learning 19 Science Students Do Own Thing From a baffling kit in elec- tronics to a course in human anatomy, the science depart- ment vibrated into many new fields. With Mrs. David Koch back for a second year, the biology class expanded into a second year course. Biology II went more deeply into human anat- omy. To help with the class, the school purchased a skeleton who, after much debate, was named Osteo. A newcomer, Mr. Tim Janssen was a man of many talents, including photography, electronics, botany and chess. He subdivided physical science into mechanics, electronics and chemistry, permitting students to choose their own field. He further set up a chess corner for students up in their work. In engine mechanics. John Virgl cleans a piston for later assembly. Mr. Janssen started this class for students interested in making mechanics a career. Mrs. Koch shows off her overhead microscope which not only magnifies up to forty-three times but projects slides on a screen for classroom use. Electronics becomes an important part in physical science as Frank Jirovsky and Don Tvrdy demonstrate how to build one of the many kits that are offered. 20 “I see you’ve lost some weight,” says Marilyn Swartz as Nancy Fiedler and Jody Sullivan frolic with Osteo, the biology skeleton. Besides teaching science, Mr. Tim Janssen grows orchids in his minature greenhouse at home. The orchids must be kept at specific light and heat levels which he has to monitor constantly. Dave Sabatka. making use of individualized study, solders the parts from the VOM kit in physical science 21 Number Thirteen Lucky For Artists The vibrations from the Neumann art department reached a high pitch when the Wahoo Women’s Club awarded it thirteen art ribbons, with one purple ribbon presented to Sheri Peterson. Dif- ferent processes were used, such as decoupage, woodcut printing, scratch board, and silk screening to show artis- tic skills. The art students showed themselves Christian as well as artistic by donating their abilities to the silkscreening of posters for both class plays and con- verting wooden cable spools into cush- ioned seats for the chapel. The art class also took seven tours to local galleries such as Sheldon, Joselyn, and Creighton art museums. Art student Harold Ruzicka climbs to the height of a tree to take this artistic pose of the rest of the art class. 22 Puzzled Leroy Novotny tries to decide if he should start over or keep right on going after making a mistake. Janice Paseka erases violently, trying to correct an error she has made in her bookkeeping class. Executives Rectify Boners To be the fastest typist and the most ac- curate accountant were the main objectives of the young executives in the business depart- ment this year. Guiding the typists was Mr. Jerry Likes, executive-in-chief, who also taught the short- hand division. Typing a term paper was one of the more difficult assignments. Mr. Wayne Reeves, acting as chairman of the board, directed the accountants. Business math students undertook an unusual simulation project. They bought shares of stock and kept track of the prices for three weeks, making a graph of the fluctuating prices. 23 Mr. Likes and Mr. Reeves exchange notes on business techniques. Linguists Clown Around French students Carol Janecek and Marlene Kouma celebrate Mardi Gras with their own costumes. “It's a home run for the champions and another point goes on the scoreboard!” Con- trary to popular belief, base- ball was played not only on Neumann’s field, but also in Sister Patricia Stoeckinger’s French class. Sister coached her students’ vocabulary in this unique way to increase their interest in learning. The class was also busy learning grammar and sentence struc- ture and French Culture. Students enrolled in Latin also received their share of foreign language study. Father John Zastrow divided his stu- dents into groups of six so that they could work on a more per- sonal level. While teaching them Latin, Father managed to liven the class with stories of his war experiences and of early seminary days. 24 The blackboard is an asset to Sister Patricia, who always has a new French word to write. Rudy Fiedler. Norman Voboril, John Storm, and Steve Janecek play scrabble with French vocabulary. Father Zastrow waits patiently tor an answer that the rest of the class knows. Helen’s birthday is celebrated with smiles and a cake fashioned after her by Laurie Kuncl and Hilary Kruce. Staff Totes Experience Four of Neumann’s faithful helpers returned in the fall of ’71 to keep Neumann running smoothly. Helen Rezek returned to begin her seventh year as Neu- mann’s chief cook while Bertie Novacek returned for her sec- ond year. Blanche Bartek was welcomed as a newcomer. Meanwhile Stan Taylor re- turned to Neumann to begin his third year as custodian, and Wilma Wolfe resumed her job in the office for the third term. Stan is always around the corner ready to keep the school in order. Thus a total of fifteen years’ experience were scored by staff members. 25 SPIRITUAL Neumann Christians Get Involved How does one evaluate the spiritual life of a school? By its Eucharistic celebrations? The Liturgy Committee planned meaningful weekly class masses and monthly all-school masses. Themes appropriate for the week or the month were used. Students acted as commentators, read the offertory petitions, and partic- ipated in the offertory processions. All-school masses were often preceded by rehearsals led by Sister Stephanie and the folk choir. Or by its involvement in the community? The Christian Action Group carried out projects, such as visiting the Haven House, Christmas caroling, and holding appreciation days for the cooks and the custodian. Father Demuth celebrates one of the weekly class masses in the newly remodeled chapel. “Celebrate the Man Event is the theme of the Christmas mass celebrated by the Rev. Rauth, Rev. Zastrow. Msgr. Barry. Rev. Demuth, and Rev. Brombach. Bruce Kobza is commentator. 28 After showing a film. Father Gilligan, a visiting Maryknoll priest, tells about the missionary life in Africa. “Stan is No. 1, says Ann Albin. Denise Machacek, Rene Rochford, and Mari Noonan as Diane Shanahan pins a carnation on Stan Taylor. Jeff Curtis reads the epistle during one of the nine all-school masses. 29 Seniors Sing Praise The Lord At “Praise the Lord” was the new phrase which greeted the seniors when they arrived at the Christian Renewal Center in Yankton, South Dakota. A Spirit group from Milwaukee conducted prayer meetings in which they pre- sented testimony of the various ways that they came to know Jesus. Passages from the Bible were read and discussed, and appropriate songs were sung. All the time, however, was not spent in prayer and meditation. Facilities were avail- able for basketball, volleyball, ping-pong, and swimming. The retreat was an entirely different ex- perience that the seniors long remembered after February 2. Beauty sleep is important to Barb Pleskac as she grabs forty winks while the bus rolls on to Yankton. Sheila Kaiser, Brad Wesely, and Paula Wolfe lead the singing as they welcome the second group to the Mount Marty Christian Renewal Center. CllAK 30 Yankton Music plays a major role during the retreat as members of the Milwaukee Crew introduce songs, such as, “Come Let Us Sing and “The Joy of the Lord. ” Reg Beranek, Viv Noha, and Julie Martin keep in tune as they join in the singing during one of the meetings in the living room. Before departing from Yankton, the seniors attend a mass concelebrated by Father Rauth. Father Demuth. and Deacon Gene Oborny in the convent chapel. 31 SOCIAL Cavaliers Swing Into Take one theme-“A Night In The Park,” a swing set, a slide, a five-man Cavalier hon- or guard, plus two happy sen- iors, intertwined all with the music of the Elysian Fields, and you have Neumann High’s eighth homecoming. The game went unvictori- ous, but Marilyn Swartz and Gary Musilek felt jubilant as they made their way to the gazebo to be crowned by last year’s royalty, Jenae Breunig and Ron Meduna. The bearer of good news was Randy Masek, Master of Ceremonies. Julie Martin and Jim Chvatal were first attendants to complete the royal court. Gary Musilek and Marilyn Swartz beam with happiness as last year's royalty, Jenae Breunig and Ron Meduna crown them King and Queen for the '71 homecoming dance. As homecoming approaches the candidates await the results of the voting. They are Jody Sullivan, Bob Cerv, Julie Martin, Gary Musilek, Nan Fiedler, Jim Chvatal, Marilyn Swartz, Pete Vavak. Joan Meduna. and Chuck Cihal. A Night In The Park Senior girls shower hugs and kisses upon Julie Martin as she is announced first attendant Do Karen Janecek and Don Hraban enjoy swinging under the stars or are they just relaxing between dances? 35 Calming down the bull before the big night is one of the duties of the juniors in their preparations. The practicing matadors are Diane Pacula, Debbi Princ. Mary Ostransky. Jeanne Vasa. Darlene Kellner, and Marian Proskovec. Juniors Prepare Arena Prom work proves not only fun but also sometimes very frustrating as Rich Virgl prepares to pound the corral fence which he, Frank Jirovsky, and Don Tvrdy constructed. Banquet Brings Laughter “I wasn’t finished eating.’’ says LuAnn Bartek as prom server Mike Tvrdy begins to clear tables before the speeches. As Father Zastrow waits for the applause to simmer down, he takes a breather to prepare for more witty remarks about the senior class. The Grand March advances through the arches and leads into the Spanish Market Place as the Fiesta begins. A mixture of both tears and smiles accompany Nancy Fiedler and Chuck Cihal as they make their way to be crowned king and queen. 38 Spanish Fiesta Is A Gala AHair Gala festivities began with a special junior - senior Eucharistic Celebration held at St. Joseph’s Church in Colon, followed with a ban- quet in the Colon Hall. Prom servers, dressed in Spanish costumes, served the meal. Mary Haba, junior class president, was hostess. At the Neumann High gym a giant mural of a Spanish bull fighting arena dominated the west wall, complete with a life-size paper mache bull and matador. Other decorations carrying out the theme were a fountain, donkey and cart, and “El Restaurante.” The dance began at 9:00 p.m. when the jun- ior and senior class presidents led the Grand March through the arches to the Spanish Market Place. Upon arrival there, the spectators wit- nessed their royalty crowned in the hacienda. Second attendants were Loretta Malm and Char- lie Jelinek; first attendants, Jean Hansen and Jim Chavtal; King and Queen, Chuck Cihal and Nancy Fiedler. Reg Beranek, Tony Kralik, Julie Martin, and John Knuth gaze over the old wooden fence to watch the other couples dancing. Is it possible that Jeff Breunig and Kevin Wallace are taking a siesta in El Restaurante? Si, si. Senor! SPORTS 41 Sixty-Five Pepsters Shake Up Spirit Wieners, marshmallows and a warm sum- mer evening greeted the Cavalettes as they held their first meeting of the 1971-1972 sea- son in the backyard of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Haba’s farm home near Swedeburg. The girls were taught new cheers and chants to which the var - sity cheerleaders were introduced at the Na- tional Foundation of Cheerleaders Clinic at Doane College. Also brand new pep club uni- forms of red and gold, selected the spring be- fore, were passed out in order that they might fit nip and tuck for the first football game. Four weeks later football season started with the girls making their debut. This also was the debut of the new popcorn popper. On October third, homecoming was held with the pep club sponsoring the activities. Sixty-five pepsters stuffed chicken wire and hung crepe paper early in the week to bring out the theme “A Night In The Park.” Another highlight was ‘‘slave days.” Mem- bers were at the beck and call of athletes. The slaves decorated lockers, carried books, and baked cakes for their masters. All things contributed to a very spirited year. Jim Chvatal displays his cake as pep club officers Treasurer Suzanne Richter, Secretary Mary Breunig, Vice President Pat Kuncl and President Laurie Kuncl gaze on with hungry looks. Flowers are the theme for the last football game. Pep Club moderators Sister Kathleen and Sister Celeste receive theirs. Balancing in a mount was an act of skill for reserve cheerleaders Liz Malm, Jan Asmussen, Michelle Lackey and Sheri Peterson. The Pep Club added extra cheer - power to the last half of basketball season by using new letter cards. Varsity cheerleaders Marilyn Swartz, Sharon Bartek, Nan Fiedler, Julie Martin, Karen Janecek, and Jean Hansen follow the action on the court. 43 Cavs Build Strong Team Getting it all together, the Cavalier foot- ball squad vibrated the duration of the 1971 season following the opening “legendary” type of game with three touchdowns scored in the final quarter to defeat David City Aquinas, 24-21, in a spectacular last-minute come-from-behind win. Slumping somewhat during midseason play, the gridders were victimized by the awesome power of conference foes but kept fighting to forge a tie with West Point C.C. in the next-to-last encounter and battled viciously in the season’s final, only to be downed by tough Wymore Southern, 12-8. Nevertheless, the nine-game stretch was full of bright moments, one being the naming of senior offensive end Bob Cerv by unani- mous choice as All Conference end and sec- ond string All-State end. The backbone of the offense returns next year with three of four backs returning, namely Jeff Breunig, Don Hraban, and quar- terback Kevin Wallace. The line will be a problem as the loss of nine senior players will be a factor. 1971 CAVALIER VARSITY SQUAD: Sitting--D. Shanahan, J. Shanahan. D. Otte, J. Breunig, D. Brabec, D. Tvrdy, G. Vasa, M. Fujan, D. Lanik, manager J. Wolfe. Kneeling--K. Chvatal, D. Musilek, D. Pelian, R. Tvrdy, M. Bartek, D. Dailey. M. Tvrdy, G. Hohl, C. Cihal, E. Vitek, manager P. Virgl. Standing- -Ass't Coach Craig Baker. D. Schense. Head Coach Steve Brown, J. Cerv, R. Bohaty, B. Petska, J. Chvatal, G. Musilek, D. Hraban, P. Bohaty, C. Jelinek, B. Cerv, K Wallace, J Virgl. Not pictured is P. Vavak. 44 Coming from Omaha to do battle with Neumann, the Cardinals of Cathedral are tacked for a loss by D. Lanik, D. Hraban, and Co. A wall of Newmann defenders in the forms of B. Petska, P. Bohaty, and C. Cihal, stacks up an opposing running back. VARSITY SCOREBOARD Cavaliers Opponents 24 D. C. Aquinas 21 0 Omaha Paul VI 40 0 Fremont Bergan 41 24 Platteview 48 6 Columbus 15 6 Omaha Cathedral 63 12 West Point C.C. 12 8 Wymore Southern 12 Coach Brown turns to his depth on the bench to fill for a tiring member of the Cav offense. 45 With Coach Brown and Coach Baker watching from the observation tower, Ed Vitek drops into the pocket to avoid the blitzing linebackers and linemen. Ball carrier becomes independent of ball as Dave Pellan takes a constructing hold on an Aquinas back. Reserves And Frosh Score Close Games If close games are any clue as to what kind of sports- men are playing, the underclassmen rated high this year. The reserves and freshmen, playing individual schedules, had their full share of “almost wins” but could not muster enough points to become victors. The outstanding game of the season was a reserve game against the Columbus Scotus Shamrocks. In this game, the lead moved back and forth with Joe Cerv and Don Schense teaming up for two touchdowns. Scotus managed to clutch a slight victory. “Move!” was the password for the junior varsity as blocking assignments were coolly executed. “Swivel Hips” Joe Cerv makes his move to avoid the diving tackle of an enemy player. Most Balanced Team Compiles 9-11 Record Described by Coach Jerry Likes as “the most balanced group of ballplayers I have ever coached at Neumann,’’ the ’71-72 basketball team finished fourth in the confer- ence tournament. Enroute to this fourth place finish, the Cavs beat ninth-ranked Holy Name and later the number ninth-ranked team in ClassC, Gretna. With three dependable seniors to build around--Pete Vavak, Bob Cerv, and Gary Musilek--the team ended with a balanced record of 9-11. Also, because of balance and teamwork, Coach Likes was able to substitute players freely. Neumann opened their season with a nine point loss to Valley High and ended their season against the same team in the semifinal round of district action, losing again by nine points. Cavaliers Opponents 47 Valley 56 79 Bennington 52 52 Mt. Michael 44 41 Concordia 48 56 D.C. Aquinas 44 42 Omaha Gross 78 69 Holy Name 72 77 West Point C.C. 53 70 Weeping Water 50 54 Cathedral 62 54 Paul VI 75 82 Columbus Scotus 52 58 Bergan 66 51 Louisville 54 67 Gretna 58 DISTRICTS 60 Mt. Michael 48 63 Valley 72 CONFERENCE 72 Holy Name 68 59 Columbus Scotus 62 48 Paul VI 69 48 Student manager George Furasek distributes water and rosin at the district tournament. The ’71-72 cage team were, front row, Pete Vavak, Gary Musilek, Greg Hohl, Lu Maly, Mick Ohnoutka, Jeff Breunig; back row, Coach Wayne Reeves. John Virgl, Bruce Kobza, Gary Chmelka, Bob Cerv, Don Hraban Kevin Wallace, and Head Coach Jerry Likes. Pete Vavak controls the ball against the opposition. Vavak, a guard, often led the fast break. Bob Cerv skies for a rebound over a Valley player as Gary Musilek moves in to help. Cerv and Musilek were consistent players during the entire season. 49 Reserves Rise On Rebounds; It was an abounding year for rebounds as the reserve squad “arose” to the occa- sion under the basket. With the main strength of the reserves provided by sophomores Lu Maly, GregHohl, and Marlin Fujan, the experience was pro- vided by juniors John Virgl and Mick Ohnoutka. With this combination, the cagers compiled a 6-9 record. The best games of the season were played against the toughest teams. The re- serves defeated a good Bergan team and a tough Scotus team. Though the young Cavs lost to Cathedral by eight points, it was one of their best games of the season. “Coach Wayne Reeves made this re- serve year a learning year,” commented a player. This fact was readily acknowledged by the four freshmen who completed the roster. Reserves Opponents 46 Valley 34 35 Bennington 42 44 Mt. Michael 33 51 Concordia 38 35 Aquinas 52 36 Gross 75 53 Holy Name 66 54 West Point C.C. 61 62 Weeping Water 41 63 Cathedral 71 53 Paul VI 70 52 Scotus 43 67 Bergan 47 32 Louisville 69 51 Gretna 72 Gary Novotny appears to be all hands and arms as he reaches for a rebound. Joe Cerv and Greg Hohl watch Mike Hattan wrestle for a rebound. The aspiring reserve cagers are. front row, Jim Knuth. Marlin Fujan, Larry Musilek, Gary Novotny, Steve Styskal, Mike Tvrdy; back row. Coach Reeves. DonShense, Jim Stejskal, DaveChmelka, Scott Reeves, Mike Hatten, and Joe Cerv. Freshmen Build On Bounce Terry Vlcan, Jim Stejska), and Scott Reeves wait for the ball as it freezes on the rim. These three handled the majority of the rebounding chores. A new program initiated by Coach Likes enabled the ’72 freshmen to practice with the varsity to gain ex- perience and knowledge. With this unusual help, freshman regulars, Mike Hattan, Terry Vlcan, Dave Chmelka, Jim Stejskal, Ron Sladky, and Scott Reeves showed promise in spite of a 2-11 record. 51 — Baseball Scoreboard Cavaliers Opponents 7 Centennial 8 4 Elmwood 5 7 Concordia 8 8 Gretna 4 1 Loganview 7 0 Gross 6 6 Paul VI 5 6 Elmwood 8 These alert baseball players know that concentration on and off the field makes the best team. A special attraction on the team was the helpful bat boy (?) Marilyn Swartz. Members of the baseball team are, front row, Coach Jerry Likes, Gary Musilek, Pete Vavak. Bob Cerv, Ed Vitek. Larry Furasek; second row, Dan Dailey, Ramon Cordero, Bruce Kobza. Don Hraban, Mick Ohnoutka, Mike Tvrdy; top row, Joe Cerv, Don Schense, Mike Chvatal. Greg Hohl, and Lu Maly. 52 Don Hraban hustles to catch a slightly wild ball as the opposing batter dodges the projectile. Spring Sports Keep Neumann Busy On Days Between Thunderstorms “Rain, rain, go away! Neumann boys want to play.” Baseball and golf, that is. Spring'72brought a record number of rainy days. At least four base- ball games had to be cancelled because of inclem- ent weather, and at times golfers were chased from the courses by raindrops “which kept falling on their heads.” In spite of wet weather, Neumann fans enjoyed eight games of baseball; moreover, the golf team, not letting the rain dampen their spirits, went on to take fourth place in the district tournament. Veteran golfer Jeff Breunig clues in his fellow players on how he cuts down on strokes. 53 A CTIVITIES Mary Haba takes money at the book store which features everything a student needs from gum, to protractors, to sweat shirts. Planting four trees was another facet of the Beautify Neumann Project.” Mrs. Snoburger, Jerry Norris, and Kim Shonka. proudly show off the flowering crab tree that bloomed before school ended. 56 School Council Beautifies Neumann The school council of 1972 stressed making Neumann a beautiful place with a variety of projects. The projects in- cluded a Friday clean-up, painting the parking lot, and planting trees. Another way of brightening up the school was the girls’ no-uniform day. One problem the school council attacked was the lack of student involvement in govern- ing affairs. The council pro- voked initial spirit by sponsor- ing two dances and by opening the gym for noon recreation. Then a suggestion box was made, and the remarks from it were discussed at an open meeting. Student response was limited, however. 1972 was an active year for the whole council which proved that “school council represent- ative’’ was not just a name. The success of the new book store causes Co-chairmen Sheila Kaiser and Mr. Brown to be pleased as Treasurer Randy Masek reports the balance to Secretary Cindy Hohl. Agnes Bouc and Nancy Komenda shower Gary Novotny with flowers as he is crowned Mister Irresistible on Flower Day. Gary acquired fifty-eight flowers to win his title. 57 C.B.S. Blows Up (Pictures And Enrollment) 58 “Bigger and better” was the motto for the ’72 Cavalog. Pictures were blown up to ex- treme proportions, capturing moods, feelings, and effects of the year. Traditional layouts became a thing of the past as pictures were clustered into a modern layout design. Another new feature was the presenta- tion of the theme on the cover. Bigger and better de- Doubling from its former en- rollment of twenty students last year, the count rose to forty eager, excited, and talented participants this year. C.B.S. members furthermore, carried lighter work loads since there was a bigger staff. Problems, however, doubled for yearbook advisor, Sister Veronica, who had twenty extra heads to ac- count for. Results were an ex- scribed the C.B.S. class itself. plosive Cavalog. Some of the section editors meet with head editor. Sue Keane, to discuss problems. Hilary Kruce will be the first to admit that the C.B.S. morning reports were often surprising even to the reader as she tries to figure out what Laurie Kuncl and Diane Benes are talking about. Harold Ruzicka gives Greg Nelson lessons on how to use a camera. Day Four’s are ’•get-together” days as all forty of the C B S. class meet to pool news tips. 60 Drugs, Jazz, Top Con vocations' List Heroin, marijuana, and LSD at Neumann? Yes, but legally, of course, when the school sponsored an assembly on the hazards of drug abuse. Trooper Frannsen of the Nebraska State Patrol gave a pre- sentation which included a display of addictive nar- cotics. Other assemblies included a concert by the University of Nebraska Jazz Lab Band, a film fes- tival, and a presentation on Legal Rights by Mr. Curt Snoberger. Trooper Frannsen explains the hazards of drug abuse to Greg Nelson and Jim Chavatal while Deputy Sheriff Ron Poskochil assists. Under the direction of Mr. Dennis Schneider, the University of Nebraska Lab Band performed an hour of discordant and unique jazz numbers for the student body. Sister Rosalee leads the discussion during a film assembly while Sister Celeste prepares the projector. Fun Night Nets Prolit A candy tree is everyone's dream. Mary B. Bartek’s attracts many customers to her booth. Denise Bordovsky tests her marksmanship at one of the many booths at Fun Night, while Diane Breunig and Cindy Ludvik admire her skill. Pat Polacek and Karen Sousek take charge of the ring toss. Raffles, booths, and home-made soup brought in $1,300 at the band-sponsored Fun Night held February 27. The evening began with a soup supper served by the band students’ parents. Later a carnival-type atmosphere filled the Neumann gym as games and raffles were held. Advance record sales for the recording of the band’s Spring Concert were also held. Approximately one thousand people attended. Eight Awards Won By taking two trophies in the Fremont 4-H Fair Parade, the band was able to capture eight trophies in seven contests. At this event the Cavalier band was selected both Top Band in Class Band Best Band Over- All. Another coveted honor was the three-foot trophy from the Grand Island Harvest of Harmony which marked the first superior that the band has received there in four years. Similar “one” ratings were cap- tured at the Applejack Festival in Nebraska City, the Wisner Marching Contest, the Plattesmouth Marching Contest, the Syracuse Marching Festival, and finally the State Marching Contest at Pershing. Although no honors were given when the band marched in the Band Day Parade, band members en- joyed attending the Nebraska-Texas A M football game. Frank Vasa and Anne Lanik display their musicianship to Mr. Dawes as he tunes them before the Winter Concert. The songs Triptych and Overture Militare” proved to be a real challenge for all. This is a B flat instead of a D, explains Mrs. Frank Kavan to Mrs. Frank Vasa while Vennie Kavan chuckles at her mistake. The new parent’s band provided both experience and humor at each rehearsal. 62 Led by majorette Pat Kuncl, the largest Neumann band to date marched at a record number of eight places. Here they are shown performing at the Band Day Parade in Lincoln. Sporting new uniforms of maroon and gold, the flag girls composed of Denise Bordovsky. Diane Cihal, Reg Beranek, Anne Schmidt, Mary Kay Shanahan, Karen Janecek, Cindy Thege. head flag girl Michelle Lackey, and alternate Claudia Cihal perform at the half-time of a basketball game. “Hey, watch me!” says Mr. Perry Dawes as he directs the Neumann pep band during his third year as director here. Rich Ludvik, Diane Breunig, Keith Rezac, Tony Kralik, Greg Hohl, Julie Martin, Liz Sloup. Carol Noha, Liz Malm, Mr. Dawes. Pat Kuncl, Steve Styskal, Jerry Norris, and Mike J. Bartek make up the band council. 63 Point Your Toes And Bend Your Thus began the slogan that spurred the band on to a success- ful season. Bandsmen boasted of a string of eight trophies, four members in state honor bands, and many other students to the Having packed their bags Julie Martin. Mr. Dawes, and Keith Rezac prepare to depart for Hastings Honor Band start of musical careers. Even the band parents accepted the challenge of hard work as Mr. Dawes helped to organize them into a parents’ band. Many undiscovered musical talents were unearthed in this venture. The slogan spurred hard work in other areas too. This was illustrated by the building of practice rooms, drum cabinets, and a uniform room which created a more tidy, efficient bandroom. Although it was not because of pointed toes, Michelle Lackey was chosen as Harvest of Harmony queen contestant by the band. All About The Blues” and Blues For Samantha” were the two contest pieces which the stage band used when they were selected as number one” by the judges at the stage band clinic held at Doane College. One of two pep bands, the Gold Pep Band is led by the twin ding dongs” Loretta Malm and Jan Asmussen in Make Me Smile” and “Close To You”. Exemplifying the band's motto Hard Work Wins” is Tim Vasa as he applies elbow grease to one of the band's four new recording basses. 64 Knees Or Neumann Band Will.. Hoping to ‘ burst Charlie Jelinek’s bubble” are Brad Wesely and Tony Kralik as they pay strict attention during the first band camp. This three-day learning session held in August was highlighted each day by a swimming party. Looking as if “they would rather fight than switch” bands are Diane Cihal, Liz Malm, Diane Breunig, Ken Sousek. and Beth Sutton as they ham it up for photographers before one of the eight contests the band attended. Speakers Em ploy Multi-Media A multi-media experience incorporating films, dance, cho- ral readings, and cuttings from “Oh! What a Lovely War” proved to be an enlightening Christmas program given in the Neumann gym on December 21,1971. Sister Rosalee and Sister Stephanie as- sisted the sophomore speech class in the production. Debate classes were coached during after-school hours by Mr. Jim Humlicek. The resolution for this year was: “Why should the jury system in the U.S. be dramatically changed?” Novice debaters Mark Tvrdy and Donna Polak display a fourth place trophy that they won at the Greater Omaha League of Debate Tournament. Dave Janecekand Larry Ludvik look on. Reviewing the facts of a current issue amuses and informs Linda Humlicek, Barb Pleskac. Barb Voboril, and Leo Meduna, members of the varsity debate squad. 66 As the conclusion to the Christmas program. the handshake of peace is given to Bishop Glennon P. Flavin and Sister Phyllis by sophomores Kim Shonka and Liz Malm. Cementing together various parts of the program was a choral reading given by the sophomore speech class. It’s ‘all in the family” as Darlene Skibinski greets her mother following the Christmas program. 67 Amid various make-up instructions, Mary Haba, steps out of character only to help Michelle Lackey with her hair. “Mi. mi, mi,” sings Brad Allen (Bruce Kobza) as he charms one of his female admirers over the telephone. On bended knee, a sincere Jonathan Forbes (Jeff Breunig) proposes marriage to a dreamy-eyed Jan Morow (Mary Kay Shanahan). “Officer, arrest that man! shouts Jonathan Forbes (Jeff Breunig) as Brad Allen (Bruce Kobza) kidnaps a furious Jan Morrow (Mary Kay Shanahan). Playboy Falls For Girl Next Door “Pillow Talk’’ centers around a young interior dec- orator, Jan Morrow, who shares a party line with a play- boy songwriter named Brad Allen. Brad is constantly sing- ing over the phone to his many girlfriends. With the help of a friend, Brad finally meets Jan, passing himself off as a wealthy Texan. It results in an uproar- ious comedy. “Pillow Talk”, presented November 19,20,21, was the first junior class play to run three nights. On the night of the final performance, gratitude was expressed to Sister Rosalee by the presentation of an auto- graphed pillow signed by each member of the cast and crew. 69 “I hate you, I hate you! screams Norma (Monica Voboril), preparing to strike a stunned Charlie (Pete Vavak) as Mr. and Mrs. Gordon (Larry Furasek and Liz Sloup) look on helplessly. Recovering from experimental surgery, Charlie Gordon (Ed Vitek) watches as Dr. Strauss (Randy Masek), Professor Nemur (Keith Rezac), and a nurse (Janice Paseka) examine his condition. While comforting Miss Kinnian (Sheila Kaiser), Charlie (Ed Vitek) tries to explain his new personality. 70 Seniors See Beyond Powerful Play As Ellen (Violet Skibinski) teaches Charlie (Ed Vitek) a few new steps, Frank (Rich Tvrdy) prepares to put Charlie out of step. “ ‘Flowers For Algernon’ was a powerful play which gave the seniors (and we hope the audience) a beautiful insight into the dignity of man,” said Sheila Kaiser, the leading lady of the senior class play. The story begins with an operation on a mentally retarded man, Charlie Gordon (Ed Vitek), which changes him from a moron to a genius. Earlier a mouse named Algernon un- derwent the same operation and showed signs of regressions. As Charlie approaches bril- liance, he must find the answers to his past as well as to his future. Dr. Strauss (Randy Masek), Professor Nemur (Keith Rezac), Burt Seldon (Brad Wesesly), and his teacher Alice Kinnian (Sheila Kaiser), all play an important part in Charlie’s life. “Flowers For Algernon” was presented by the senior class March 24, 25, and 26. On the final night of the performance, Sis- ter Rosalee was presented with an autographed mouse named “Algernon.” In order not to spoil the climactic ending of the play, Sister Rosalee requested that no flowers be given. The play cast, however, presented her with a stuffed mouse behind scenes. The three Charlies played by Pete Vavak, Ed Vitek, and Ron Ahrens watch Algernon, the mouse, run through the maze. STUDENTS Is The Track Of '75 Best Alive? Heading down the right track, the Class of ’75 busied themselves with the usual freshman curriculum: mathe- matics, world history, English, language, introductory physical science, and religion. Moreover, the freshmen demonstrated their locomotive strength when they switched signals on the seniors by beat- ing them in the tug-of-war dur- ing the Fall Follies. Walking the track are Vice President Paul Masek. President Mark Tvrdy, Treasurer Rich Ludvik, and Secretary Anne Lanik. Anne Albin Paul Bartek Gloria Breunig David Chmelka Mike Chvatal Jeffrey Curtis Randy Egr Lynne Hakel 74 Jean Jelinek Dolores Kavan Mary Keane Marsha Lackey Anne Lanik Cynthia Ludvik Richard Ludvik Leonard Maly Lynn Maly Paul Masek Karen Meduna Mary Ann Meduna A new style of dress is modeled by Dolores Kavan and Gloria Breunig after the freshmen victory in the tug-of-war during the Fall Follies. You'd better watch out ... says Santa (Mike Chvatal) to Marsha Lackey. 75 Lynn Morris Rodney Musilek Joseph Nemec Carol Noha Jerry Norris Julie Polacek Marvin Polacek Pat Polacek Daniel Pospisil Scott Reeves Connie Sabatka Myron Sabatka Richard Sabatka Kari Shonka Ronald Sladky Karen Sousek 76 Posed for action, the freshmen girls prepare to show their versatility in calisthenics. The instructors are Mrs. Curt Snoberger, Mr. Jerry Likes, and Mr. Steve Brown. United. . . Spirited. . . 100% Frosh Is it true that the group that sings together stays together? The Class of ’75 proved this to be quite true as they caroled from house to house, spreading their Christmas spirit. Joe Spicka Jim Stejskal Cynthia Styskal Cynthia Tvrdy Mark Tvrdy Steve Tvrdy Joseph Vasa Joseph Virgil 77 Sophomores Climb High At Janis Asmussen Debbie Bartek Laurie Bartek Steve Bartek Cheryl Benes David Benes Richard Bohaty Rita Bouc Mary Breunig John Cajka Debra Carroll Joseph Cerv Climbing into their second year of high school, sixty-one sophomores played the role of big brother for the incoming freshmen. Their main project for the year was sponsoring a freshman-sophomore mixer in the Neumann High cafeteria in late November. Sophomore officers: President Leo Meduna. Vice President Karen Svoboda. Secretary Mari Claudia Cihal Kathleen Dailey Rudy Fiedler Marlin Fujan Katherine Furasek Gregory Hohl Lynne Hraban Steve Janecek Marge Kadavy Kathleen Kavan James Knuth Julie Lanik Larry Ludvik Denise Machacek Elizabeth Malm Noonan, and Treasurer Cindy Wolfe, lead the way up for the sophomore class at N.H.S. Laurie Maly Lu Maly Robin Matulka Leo Meduna Larry Musilek Mari Noonan Gary Novotny Colleen Ohnoutka Leona Pacula Robert Paseka David Pellan Debra Petska David Polacek David Redler Kathleen Rezac Victoria Rezac Rene Rochford Donald Schense Ann Schmidt David Shanahan Diane Shanahan Kim Shonka Darlene Skibinski John Storm Steve Styskal Karen Svoboda Cynthia Thege Mike Tvrdy Punch, cookies, and a rap session entertained F. Vasa, J. Knuth. J. Storm. D. Schense, and D. Pellan after their Christmas program. Are three legs really better than two? This is what Kathy Furasek anti Laurie Maly intend to find out as they compete in the three-legged race. Happy - Go -L u cky Describes Sophs Frank Vasa Timothy Vasa Paul Virgl Norman Voboril Cynthia Wolfe John Wolfe 81 Junior Feet Lifted From Mary Beth Bartek Michael A. Bartek Michael J. Bartek Sharon Bartek Leona Benes Denise Bordovsky Agnes Bouc Dennis Brabec Diane Breunig Jeff Breunig Liz Cajka Gary Chmelka Ken Chvatal Diane Cihal Ramon Cordero Gerald Fiala George Furasek Mary Haba David Hanson Sue Hatton 82 The Ground On Wings Of Creativity Whether in flights of fancy or in soaring through exams and papers, junior creativity seldom took a nose dive. Only the junior girls could appear as Bohemian cheerlead- ers at a pep rally, nor could any other class fulfill the “Spanish Fiesta” prom theme quite like this class of juniors did. Surveys revealed that girls of the class of ’73 averaged the smallest shoe size at NHS, and, while the boys didn’t have “Cinderella feet,” both sexes united in another distinction: they spent the most time on the phone in one day. This fact ex- plained the great success of the junior play “Pillow Talk.” When class rings arrived in December, the juniors rose to their new status as upper classmen by making flight plans for their future. With pilots Dave Lanik, vice-president; Mary Haba. president; Karen Janecek, secretary; and Mary Kay Shanahan, treasurer, all junior projects are assured smooth flights. Agnes Bouc claims a pair of priceless gold-plated farmer boots for her original socks in a Spirit Week competition. At last, Pat Kuncl finds her shoes in the bewildering pile at a sock-hop. 83 A Potpourri Of Talents Sets Junior Individuality Cindy Hohl Don Hraban Karen Janecek Frank Jirovsky Kathy Kadavy James Kaiser Darlene Kellner Bruce Kobza 84 Nancy Komenda Marlene Kouma Tony Kralik Patricia Kuncl Michelle Lackey Honored as delegates and alternates to Boys and Girls State were Bruce Kobza, Marlene Kouma, Sharon Bartek, Rod Urban, Debbie Princ, Marian Proskovec, and Kathy Kadavy. Dave Lanik Julie Meduna Dwayne Musilek Deborah Nemec Leroy Novotny Michael Ohnoutka Mary Ostransky Dan Otte At left, Darrel Walla reads his braille text in the library workroom. Seeing his first snow, Ramon Cordero proves to be a fast learner as to what to do with it. Diane Pacula Sheryl Peterson Bob Petska Darlene Pokorny 85 Juniors Use Free Mods Distinctively Jayne Polacek Monica Polak Debbie Princ Marian Proskovec Annette Ruzicka David Sabatka Jim Safranek Bob Schense John Shanahan Mary Kay Shanahan Donna Slaughter Christy Tvrdy Tony Kralik and Mike J. Bartek propose a toast to spring and to the approaching summer vacation. Dave Hanson demonstrates his dribbling prowess during a noon recreation period. 36 Frank Jirovsky and Rich Virgil are wrapped up in taking and developing sports films. Don Tvrdy Rodney Urban Jeanne Vasa Annette Vech Richard Virgil John Virgl Darrel Walla Kevin Wallace 87 Women s Lib Hits Senior Class? As changeable as the leaves of a tree was the class of 1972. The class began the year with an all girl senior office--the first in the history of Neumann. But male leadership was not lacking as the boys were talented in the scholastic and athletic fields. The senior sponsors, Sister Rosalee and Father Demuth, guided the class through many projects such as Cavalier Ball preparations, re- treat, the Tree of Lights--which money went to the John Seltzer Fund-- and graduation. One of the weekly events to which the whole class looked foreward was the senior mass. The liturgy, planned by the students themselves, made most notable the one quality the class prided themselves in--unity. Are President Bonnie Shanahan. Vice- President Jody Sullivan, Secretary Marilyn Swartz, and Treasurer Hilary Kruce leaders of Women's Liberation? LuANN BARTER ROCHELLE BARTER DIANE BENES REG BERANER PHIL BOHATY BOB CERV JIM CHVATAL CHUCR CIHAL 88 CARRIE CURTIS DAN DAILEY MARY DIVINE CAROL DIVIS MARY ANN DIVIS NAN FIEDLER LARRY FURASEK BILL HALL JEAN HANSEN Mrs. Leo Lanik registers Barb Pleskac and Linda Humlicek for the first election that eighteen-year-olds were able to vote in--the 1972 primary. 89 Seniors Pool Resources DIANE JANECEK ALLAN JANSA CHARLIE JELINEK DAN JIROVSKY SHEILA KAISER PATTI KANE Hilary Kruce tells Butch Vasa that proceeds from the Tree of Lights will go to the John Seltzer Fund. 90 For John Seltzer Fund The seniors, tense before the Award Convocations Mass, in the hall outside the cafeteria. This mass was straighten their caps and make sure the tassels the last community celebration the 1972 seniors were are on the right side as they stand able to partake in together. SUE KEANE JOHN KNUTH DAVE KOEHLER ED KOMENDA HILARY KRUCE LAURIE KUNCL FRANK LANIK LORETTA MALM 91 Seniors Are Versatile In Interests Seeking enjoyment and knowledge in the field of art. Ken Sousek views the cartoons, sketches, and paintings in an art show after the spring band concert. Giving a high spirited kick for a victory are senior pep club members Suzie Homes, Carrie Curtis. Bonnie Shanahan, and Sheila Kaiser! JULIE MARTIN RANDY MASEK JOAN MEDUNA CINDY MORRIS GARY MUSILEK GREG NELSON MARY NEMECEK VIV NOHA 92 JANICE PASEKA BARB PLESKAC DONNA POLAR KATHY POLACEK KEITH REZAC SUZANNE RICHTER HAROLD RUZICKA BONNIE SHANAHAN 93 In the election year of ’72 many seniors were involved in local politics and campaigns for presidential hopefuls. Suzanne Richter. LuAnn Bartek, and Tom Styskal get a few pointers about politics and state government from Senator Loren Schmidt, who spoke to the senior social studies class in May. Class Of 1972 Smiles Upon VIOLET SKIBINSKI LIZ SLOUP KEN SOUSEK TOM STYSKAL JODY SULLIVAN BETH SUTTON MARILYN SWARTZ RICH TVRDY 34 Larry Furasek. Randy Masek. Brad Wesely, Bishop Flavin, Sheila Kaiser, and Sister Patricia stop their chat after the Christmas Program to prove to the camera that they are doing their part to keep the ever-popular fad of smiling alive in the senior class. Fruits Of Their Final Year Howard Mite, alias John Knuth, uses his charm to sway voters in the mock presidential race in social studies. GERALD VASA PETE VAVAK ED VITEK JOHN VLCAN BARB VOBORIL SUSAN WALLA BRAD WESELY PAULA WOLFE 95 Slave Beth Sutton tries to look inconspicuous as she places a spirit cake in the locker of her master. We Are Not Afraid. . ...of tomorrow, for we have seen yesterday and we love today. These were the words the class of 1972 chose to express their feelings after four years of high school at Neumann. The graduation ceremony, held ori May 26, was attended by Bishop Flavin who presented the graduates with their diplomas, and personally congratulated each one of them. The distinguish- ing characteristic of the ritual was that the two student spokes- men gave a speech together instead of two distinct monologues. The spokesmen, Sheila Kaiser and Randy Masek, stressed that, with the experience of yesterday and the knowledge of today, we can face tomorrow. The class song was You’ve Got A Friend,’’ and the class flower, a red rose, was carried by each of the graduating senior girls in the recession at the commencement exercises. Dave Koehler prepares for the awards convocations mass, the final mass of the year especially honoring the graduating senior class. With tears from the elation of having graduated and the sadness of leaving. Donna Polak receives congratulations from Cathy Keane. Last minute details such as seeing that each senior has a partner are completed by senior sponsor, Sister Rosalee. 97 Comm unity 99 Local Merchants Patronize Yearbook Serving Wahoo and the surrounding area with years of experience and dependable service is BREUNIG RENDERING WORKS, Wahoo. “I sure hope that I have enough pennies,” says Leroy Novotny as he pays for his hamburger at FAIR VIEW CAFE, Wahoo. 100 Our business is a wreck,” says Don Cerny of CERNY BODY AND PAINT, Wahoo. Patrons Adolph’s Grocery Weston 642-5013 Anderson Auto Co. Inc. Wahoo 443-4157 A W Grain Co. Wahoo, Weston, Abie 642-5185 Ben Franklin Store Wahoo Buster Kemerling’s Mech. Malmo 642-5875 Chapek’s Beauty Salon Weston 642-5445 Christensen Drugs Wahoo 443-4188 Commercial State Bank Cedar Bluffs 628-2155 Co-op Store Prague 663-4939 Cornhusker Oil Co. Ceresco 665-2611 Farmers Merchants Bank Ceresco 665-3431 Farmers Co-op Grain Co. Ithaca 623-3811 First National Bank Wahoo 443-4117 Serving the area with a full line of equipment is SHANAHAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY of Prague. Contact them for all earth work. Fisher’s Coin-op Ceresco Gambles Store Wahoo 443-3424 101 Good Service Provided In Area For the best and biggest Chark-el Hamburger in Saunders County, drive yourself to the FARMER IN THE DELL DRIVE INN in Ceresco. For quality grain, storage and drying, contact the FARMERS CO-OP ASSN, in Ceresco. where they also feature feed, seed, and other supplies. Whether you need a tire fixed or just a fillup, patronize the FARMERS UNION CO-OP OIL ASSN., Wahoo. ‘Here goes my diet,” says Beth Sutton as she accepts a box of onion rings at PLATTE VALLEY INDUSTRIES in Wahoo. manufacturers of the best onion rings around. 102 Diane Benes tries to decide whether she would look better in green or blue as she shops at J. C. PENNEY CO. in Wahoo. The CO-OP ELEVATOR in Cedar Bluffs handles only the best in grain and other farm supplies. Brad Wesley person- ally thanks Linda Dawes for a jiffy- burger at MR. J’s DRIVE IN in Wahoo. For a snack or a meal. Mr. J’s is the best. 103 Businessmen Boast Service With Quality £ Green Acre Animal Clinic Wahoo 443-3289 Home Lumber Co. Weston 642-5145 Hoppe Paint Co. Wahoo 443-3263 Joseph Jenny Malmo 642-5720 Jo’s Beauty Salon Wahoo 443-3590 Jordan Plumbing Heating Wahoo 443-3212 Konecky Oil Co. Cedar Bluffs 628-3055 Jurgen’s Plumbing Heating Ceresco 665-3371 Harvey’s Standard Wahoo 443-4481 Krumel Grain Wahoo 443-4255 Lucille’s Gift Shop Wahoo 443-3452 M M Auto Parts Wahoo 443-3555 shaxahan SALES SERVICE For any plumbing, heating or air conditioning needs see SHANAHAN SALES AND SERVICE in Valparaiso For fine foods and a friendly atmosphere, BILL AND IVA welcome all to their tavern in downtown Wahoo. 104 For the finest floral arrangements, contact Jack Jensen at the WAHOO GREENHOUSE. What’s going to happen to Loretta Malm's pigtails? Carol Kralik of LEANNES’S BEAUTY SALON will soon change them into a new style. For the finest Minneapolis Moline. Oliver and other farm equipment see BENES IMPLEMENT COMPANY. Valparaiso 105 Students Visit Patrons Marv’s Husky Service Wahoo 443-9938 Max’s Drug Store Wahoo 443-4167 State Bank of Colon Colon 647-2705 Svoboda Funeral Home Wahoo Weston 443-3624 Adolph Nemetz Orchestra Prague 663-4988 0. K. Market Wahoo 443-3015 Pantorium Cleaners Wahoo 443-3095 People’s Insurance Wahoo 443-3946 Pondarosa Bar Weston 642-5985 Raskey Motors Brainard 545-3431 Skelly Tank Service Prague 663-5266 Texel’s Inc. Wahoo 443-3482 Thege Insurance Agency Wahoo 443-4828 Larry Musilek deliberates his needs for WAHOO CENGAS SERVICE. It provides the area with the best of all gas appliances. I’ll never be able to eat it all,” thinks Liz Sloup after placing her order at HAKEL'S RESTAURANT AND TRUCK STOP, Weston. 106 The finest Jetstar Snowmobiles come from HELLSTAR CORPORATION in Wahoo. For all your banking needs see Ray Fujan at the WESTON CO-OP CREDIT ASSN, which gives fast and friendly service. Tim Vasa finds out that Wahoo’s COAST TO COAST Store, owned by Mr. Ted Lindquist, carries only the best in all hardware supplies. Town Country Motel Lincoln 466-2341 Valley View Restaurant Fremont 721-8110 James B. Vanek Agency Wahoo 443-3651 Virgl Implement Wahoo 443-4505 Wahoo Auto Supply Wahoo 443-3066 Jim Mary Lee Taylor Wahoo 443-3387 Wahoo Ford Sales Wahoo 443-4176 Wahoo Furniture Wahoo 443-3700 Wahoo Implement Wahoo 443-3123 Wahoo Oil Co. Wahoo 443-3200 Dennis Wesely’s Orchestra Prague 663-5133 Wheelers Wahoo 443-4660 Whiteway Garage Weston 642-5895 Wonka Oil Feed Weston 642-5165 107 Cooperation Of L Citizens T T The DAVEY-AGNEW CO-OP provides the area farmers with the best in fertilizer and application equipment, and other agricultural needs. “Good as new,” comments Loretta Malm upon picking up a dress from MODERN CLEANERS in Wahoo “It’s awful hard to decide,” says Liz Sloupas Keith Rezac tries to help her pick which ring is the best for her LOERCH’S JEWELRY in Wahool carries a complete line of jewelry and watches. Mr. Mrs. John Benes Mr. Mrs. Francis A. Bibow Mr. Mrs. Roscoe Blodgett Mr. Mrs. Ernest Cajka Willard Walter Johnson Mr. Mrs. Joseph Keane 108 Binds Community DONKEY BASKETBALL FK GYM FEB 16 830 PW1 Profit and quality are found in the Charlais herd at the BENES CHARLAIS RANCH, owned by Ermin Benes and sons. Valparaiso. TRIM FOR ACTION WAHOO STATE BANK speaks for itself in its prominent location at the corner of Fifth and Linden. Besides excellent banking service, they also help the community by providing free advertising. Mr. Mrs. Phil J. Kellner, Jr. Mr. Mrs. Chester Knuth Mr. Mrs. E. B. Kobza 109 no Mr. Merlin Johnson shows Keith Rezac and Brad Wesely that the perfect fit CAN be found at LINDLEY’S CLOTHING. Wahoo. Leona Benes tries to decide whether to put her money into her savings or her checking account at OAK CREEK VALLEY BANK in Valparaiso. Magnus Swanson Son Mr. Mrs. Joe Ostransky Mr. Mrs. Bill Perk Mr. Mrs. John Polacek Mr. Mrs. Joe Proskovec Eddie Rezac Adolph Sloup Mr. Mrs. Lee Sutton Volin Brothers Retailers Fill Needs From Ken Dailey demonstrates the art of measuring prescriptions to Carrie Curtis and Mary Nemecek. DAILEY’S PHARMACY in Wahoo carries all pharmaceutical needs. For all liquid fertilizer needs, contact REZAC FERTILIZER in either Touhy or Valparaiso. For the best in custom-built pickup campers and toppers, go to STAGE COACH CAMPERS in Valparaiso Allen Miller checks the price on a piece of paneling for Frank Lanik at the FARMERS CO-OP ASSN, in Wahoo. Besides hardware, they also handle grain and other feeds. ill 112 £ 0 y u r a r i ifaph X C rr e -Ln hht bl'idhn ©ux;ep Of eosXht Pcw . 0- Xn +he rdtbhji pulSe Gf'oc-hur space,; I fjiletf ujpon you Paid on Q iO)v Aiheon And y©V a X Qo JT Shall Knauj IJlai- Ouuulll uo I ( Cjf'ie )rd w)afvV � ne boc-k.— The. Suhovs Parting Shots A young carpenter in a small town began the greatest vibrations the world has ever known. He did it as any of us could do--by getting to know neighbors and by contacting people personally. He did it better than any computer or tele- phone book could do. That man has a greater following today than any other man could have--his name is Jesus Christ. Few of us can affect others in such a way as Christ, but our vibes,” no matter how tiny they may be, do affect others. We can bring about happiness, sadness, thrills, anxiety, dread, or anticipation in people we meet by our own actions. We have tried to bring forth the vibrations of 1972 in this Cavalog. --Sue Keane � �