Blake School - Reflections / Call O Pan Yearbook (Hopkins, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 188 of the 1959 volume:

— fniNN€APOUS pueuc Li OQ-Aav FOREWORD This year marks a new year in the publication of the Call O’ Pan . The fifty-first edition of the Call O’ Pan is produced in a new process called offset printing. This process not only greatly lowers the cost of the yearbook but also places the creation, styling, and paste-up of the yearbook entirely in the hands of the Call O’ Pan editors. We, the editors of this fifty-first edition, sincerely hope we have given each segment of school life equal and adequate representation; we also hope this book will appropriately represent a new addition to a long line of fine yearbooks. Frank Kemerer Steve Lewis THE CALL O’ PAN BOARD AND SENIOR CLASS Present... 5 CALL O’ FRANK KEMERER Co-Editor STEVE LEWIS................Co-Editor JOHN SEDGWICK . . . Assistant Editor JIM RIDGWAY . . . Photography Editor COLEBERT ANDRUS...........Cartoonist DAVE ROSENBLATT . Business Manager S. KELLER POLLOCK . . Faculty Advisor PAN of 1959 6 C .a In Memoriam LILLIAN OLIVIA BERGLUND Lillian Berglund joined us in 1921 and for thirty-seven years served Blake as an accountant, secretary, and dietitian. In 1955 she retired, at least officially. But she stayed on, working at a desk in the corner of one of our storage rooms. She didn’t want to be in anybody’s way! And she continued to work, and at the same driving pace as before. She brought the frame of class pictures up to date, planned and finished the folios of all the athletic teams, and in her spare time, straightened out the old records. Several times I tried to persuade her to slow her pace, to rest, to take a vacation. But Lillian was — Lillian. She said, “These arc my boys.” And you were, all of you, the only boys she ever had. And she said also, “There’s so much I still have to do. As 1 said above, there are so many things we do not understand until it is too late. That particular remark I could not understand then — now I do. During the last few months we were all worried, but she would not sec a doctor. God help us, we thought she was stubborn! Finally on April 23 (1958) her illness forced her into the hospital. Even then she cheerfully said, “Oh, I’ll be going home soon.” Once again we failed to understand what she meant. Now we do. Just before her death we discovered that two years previously she had learned that she was incurably ill and that her time was short. No word — no sign to anyone. Once again we had failed to understand. Lillian died April 27. She accomplished the “many things she still had to do. She has “gone home.” — Prescott C. Cleveland 7 8 Lillian Olivia Berglund BOARD OF TRUSTEES Frederick H. Chute Donald C. Dayton John M. Hollcrn Adrian M. Howard Totton P. Heffelfinger, President Thomas M. Crosby, Vice President Atherton Bean, Secretary Arthur C. Regan, Treasurer Lawrence M. Larson Thomas Lowry Robert L. Nash Norman L. Ncwhall, Jr. Edwin W. Ritchie John C. Savage Sheffield West Albert R. Whitman FOUNDERS James Ford Bell •Charles C. Bovcy •Elbert L. Carpenter •Frederick W. Clifford •George B. Clifford •Deceased Charles M. Case •Franklin M. Crosby John Crosby •William H. Dunwoody •Edward C. Gale •Clive T. Jaffray •Charles S. Pillsbury •David D. Tenney •Charles D. Velie •Frederick B. Wells 9 Haroi.d T. Lundholm 25 YEARS AT BLAKE The end of the 1957-58 school year marked the completion of twenty-five years of service to Blake School for Mr. Harold Lundholm. The Call-O-Pan would therefore like to pay some small tribute to the time, the energy, and the devotion, which he has so unselfishly given. At some time before graduation nearly all students come in contact with and arc influenced by Mr. Lundholm. As a math teacher he is a master of the scholarly method — a man who not only instructs but also teaches in the true sense of the word. As a basketball coach he docs more than plan practices and play games. He tries to instill sportsmanship into his players — make them both graceful winners as well as graceful losers. As a counselor of students he has given the benefit of his knowledge and experience to countless seniors and younger boys. But these are only a few of Mr. Lundholm’s tasks and accomplishments. As Director of Admissions, head of the Upper School, head of the testing programs, advisor to the Union, and planner of schedules during his years of service he has aided and influenced many boys. His work is a major part of the strong foundation on which Blake School stands today. ctoan Faculty MR. CLEVELAND Mr. Cleveland is now in his seventh year as headmaster of Blake School. Through his leadership Blake has continued to grow in stature as a nationally known day school for boys. As every Senior knows, there is no man more dedicated to his work or more willing to help those in need. It is through his influence and counseling that many seniors have achieved their goal of attending the college of their choice. Years from now, many Seniors of 1959 and earlier years will realize in retrospect that part of the credit for their success in life goes to Mr. Cleveland, a man never too busy to help a boy in need. 13 Harold Hodgkinson, A.B. (Clark) Physics, Chemistry William James Glenn, A.B., Ed.M. Assistant Headmaster, English (Harvard) Harold T. Lundholm, A.B., M.S. - - Principal, Director of Admissions, Counselor of Students, Mathematics (Augustana, University of Iowa, Columbia) S. Keller Pollock, A.B., A.M. - Head of the Middle School, English (Williams, University of Minnesota) John Ed lb, A.B., A.M...........................History (Princeton ,Columbia, University of Minnesota) Merwyn F.arl Parks, B.S. - - Director of Athletics (Iowa Wesleyan, University of Iowa) Fridole N. Lundholm, A.B., A.M. - Mathematics (Augustana, University of Iowa) 15 Donald W. Butler, A.B. (University of Maine) History Heinz J. Otto, A.B., A.M. - - - German, Latin (University of Delaware, University of Indiana) Frederick J. Wigginton, A.B., S.T.D. Speech, Bible History (College of St. Thomas, Seabury Western Seminary, Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Wisconsin) Francis L. Johnson, B.S. - Superintendent of Grounds and Buildings, Manual Arts (University of Minnesota) Philip L. Martin, A.B. (Williams) Mathematics Russell E. Hilliard, A.B., A.M. - Spanish, Organist, Glee Club (Harvard, University of New Hampshire, Columbia) John C. Burton, A.B., L.L.B - - English, History (Harvard, University of Minnesota) 17 Frank S. Horton, B.S., A.M. - - Mathematics (State Teachers’ College, Wisconsin, University of Wisconsin) William C. Miller, B.S. - - - General Science (University of Delaware, Springfield College) William E. Fisher, Jr., A.B. - English, History, Speech (Millikin University, Long Beach State College) Harold S. Wosson, A.B. - - - Mathematics (Dartmouth) Ronald E. Replocle, A.B., A.M. (University of Minnesota) Latin Cecilia Hiniker, B.S. - - Librarian, Accountant (University of Minnesota School of Business) Mary Frances Neilson, A.B., Secretary to the Headmaster (Wells College) Carole Nordstrom - Typing, Aassistant Secretary (Minnesota School of Business) Nancy Lane - - Secretary of the Junior School (Pine Manor) Rowland H. Bettels, A.B. Director of Junior School Athletics, Social Science (University of Minnesota) Jean Lorraine Dewey, B.M. (MacPhail College of Music) All junior School teachers are pictured in the Junior School section with their respective classes. Music Standing, left to right: James 1-ange, I.ouis Japs, Emil Petnrick, Mathias Meyer. Emil Bren. Seatkd: Ina Asplund, Nan Olson, Helfri l Johnson. Beulah Swanlund, Ethel Lueek, Hedvig Hansen, Emma Enlund. DINING HALL AND KITCHEN STAFF Joan H. Ferreria (Mrs Manuel J.).......................................................... Dietician Ethel Lueck (Mrs. Fred J.).......................................................Head Cook Hedvig Hansen (Mrs. Andrew)...................................................Assistant Cook Helfrid Johnson (Mrs. John F.)...............................................Dining Hall Supervisor Beulah Swanlund (Mrs. Gilbert).................................Assistant Dining Hall Supervisor Emma Enlund (Mrs. Emil) - -........................................................Pantry Assistant Ina Asplund (Mrs. Fred C.).........................................................Pantry Assistant GROUNDS AND BUILDINGS STAFF Francis L. Johnson........................................Superintendent of Grounds and Buildings Mathias C. Meyer...............................................................Supervisor of Grounds Emil F. Bren.................................................................Junior Blake Custodian Louis G. Japs..................................................................................Chief Engineer James J. Lange..................................................................Assistant Engineer Emil A. Pemrick..................................................Assistant Supervisor of Grounds Nan Olson (Mrs. Thurc)................................................Senior Blake Housekeeper 22 ca ctoan I CLASS OF ’59 ABOUT TO GRADUATE! Tiic race is on! As soon as Mr. Cleveland excuses the seniors after lunch, eight boys begin the sprint towards the senior room. They all arc aiming for the same objective: the “card table,” but not with the same purpose. You see, half of them want to play Whist and the other four want to play bridge. This particular day, Gess, the track star, has led his teammates, Carrot-top Rank, Knob, and Slough-foot Stu, the bridge players, on to victory. The Whist players, Seed-boy, Amooka Rieke, Rog, and Nellie, arc not disgruntled, however. Instead they begin to play in front of the book lockers, where Altman and Andrus are arguing over the Russian education system. Zorro is rather confused today, though, because he’s lost his notes. Black Bart Faegre, Ulf and Holtic are sitting on the coach. Bart is in ecstasy because the radio is playing his favorite song, “Canadian Sunset. Ulf and Bobbie are pleading with Bart to change the radio to KRSI. They arc two of the few rock and roll haters. But before a real argument can begin, Steve Lewis runs in to announce that the mail has arrived. Charlie Lane is the first senior to answer the “mail call,” for his one and only is on vacation. Gessner leaves the bridge game to practice a little of his hot piano in the music room. Ridg is invited to play but declines because he can’t find his history notes. Seniors participate in favorite extra-curricular activity. Young love. The bridge game is kept going, however, because Newy comes back from the bio lab. His mind isn’t on the cards, though, because he’s too busy complaining about the bio quiz. He only got a 90. H. B. McCarthy is restraining his fellow seniors Lin DcardorfT and Pete Thomas from breaking the already shoddy senior room furniture. Mike, besides being Head-Boy, is Hcad-Furniturc-Saver. In the far corner Pete Ratner and his two swimming cohorts, Jack Shronts and Hun Schocl, are discussing the tactics for the swimming meet. Jack suggests swim fins so the team will be sure to win. And now we leave the senior room anti go to the trophy room. Here we see Toto Templeton lecturing on chemistry to a group of juniors, while Tom Ensign and Larry Dawes listen in awe. A small argument is brewing between Hedge and Frankcmcr. Hedge insists the Call-O-Pan is coming along on schedule. However, Frank is going down to the printers to make sure. In another corner Graf Crabb is helping Max straighten out the wrestling s forc-book. All seniors arc now accounted for except Knut who could only be one place — studying in the geometry room, and Bob Wilkie and Rick Hcnscl, who arc down in the parking lot. Wilk is showing Rick his new “Bonnie” and asking him how big an impression the car would make out in California. 25 Back Row: Knudson, Knoblauch, Schocll, Shronts, B. Wilkie. Martensson, Ensign, John Nelson, Dcardorff, Ricke, Ridgway, Sedgwick. Second Row: M. McCarthy, Templeton, Gessner. I-ane, P. Thomas, R. Anderson, Jim Seed, Rainer, E. Crabb. Hcnscl, Lewis. Front Row: C. Andrus. Rankin, Altman, S. Wells, I). Newhall, Gottlieb, F. Kemercr, Holton, Dawes, Mr. Van Santvoord — adviser. Absent: Faegre. It is indeed hard to believe that all of this action could take place in just ten minutes. The class of ’59 spends only a little time playing cards and rough housing each day, however. Most of their time in school is spent studying, attending classes, or participating in extra-curricular activities. The thirty-three boys who Senior room shill. Mutual admiration society. make up this graduating class all take part in one or more activity and sincerely try to do something for the betterment of Blake. The class of ’59 is proud to have been a part of such a fine school as Blake and hope that they have been worthy representatives of the school. 26 Stephen Edward Altman Entered Blake September, 1948 Baseball VI — manager; Debate III, IV, V, VI; Office boy III. “Here is another bead on the string of confusions.” Woodward One of the more intellectual members of the class of 1959 is Steve Altman. Steve entered Blake in the second grade, and since then he has maintained one of the higher academic averages in the senior class. His name is almost always on the honor roll. Steve is a quiet individual who thinks before he speaks, a fact which has helped make him one of the most respected members of his class. Although Steve rarely enters into the typical senior room conversation, when he does make a comment, one knows it has much serious thought behind it. Usually Steve spends his study periods at the senior table or in the library either working on a daily academic assignment or preparing for a debate. Steve’s interests arc not limited to the scholastic side. He has been one of Blake’s ablest debators for four years and was elected this year’s president of the debating team. He also successfully managed the varsity baseball team this spring. Outside of school Steve’s interests arc many and vai-icd. Being a hi-fi enthusiast, he has built, over the years, his own hi-fi system, which he donated and set up for several Blake dances. He also gathered a fine collection of classical recordings and has recently begun a collection of progressive jazz recordings. Steve is an avid photographer and has contributed many pictures to publications at Blake. In past summers Steve has worked as a junior counselor at his church camp, Camp Tika, located near Minneapolis, and as a student laborer at the F and L warehouse in Excelsior. Steve is still undecided as to where he will attend college. However, at college he hopes to continue with a liberal education, eventually aiming toward a possible career in income tax law. Because Steve is best known as a most intelligent and intellectual student, the most difficult and intellectually challenging subjects in college should be most rewarding for him. 27 Roger Hartley Anderson Entered Blake September, 1957 Track VI; Publications VI; Glee Club V, VI; Swimming VI; B Club VT. “For a Quiet Life.” Middleton Roger Anderson came to Blake in his junior year on the William A. Sweatt scholarship for sons of Honeywell employees. He has a warm, friendly personality, and a quick smile, and thus he soon became a staunch member of the class. Rog ranks in the top quarter of his class; his chief scholastic interests lie in the fields of science, especially physics. He is always ready and able to help a needful senior with a tough problem. His interests arc not all scholastic, however. He has been a member of the Glee Club during both his junior and senior years, and he contributes some outstanding articles to the Torch. Athletically, Roger is a member of the track and swimming teams. He also is an active partner in the Blake Bridge Club — senior room chapter! Outside of school most of Roger’s time is occupied in building his own parts for his Hi-Fi, but his interests are not in electronics, but in music. He is an avid collector of classical music and has recently begun a collection of modern jazz records. This illustrates the lengths to which he is willing to go in order to satisfy his desires. Another of Roger’s major interests outside of school is scouting, and he has earned the distinguished rank of Star. He also is the treasurer of his troop. He has an extremely comprehensive collection of United States’ stamps, which has earned him the scouting merit badge in this field. Roger plans to go East to school, and he intends to study physics, chemistry, and biology with the idea of becoming a biochemical engineer. Rog has felt this inclination since seventh grade, when he first became interested in science. But in whatever he docs, because of his ease in making friends and his natural ability, he is sure to be a success. 28 Colebert LeRoy Andrus, Jr. Entered Blake September, 1953 Swimming IV, V, VI; Debate III, IV, V, VI; B Club IV, V, VI; Publications VI — Call O’ Pan cartoonist “Wisdom and wit are little seen.' Bercreton In the six years that Colebert has been at Blake, he has earned the respect and friendship of everyone in his class through his character, scholastic ability, and willingness to help. He is neither an introvert nor an extravert. Although he is quiet and easy-going, he has a quick wit and a good sense of humor. He is always prepared for any argument or discussion, largely because of his four years of training as a debater. Colebert’s sports interests center around swimming and tennis. Even though he is not a born athlete, “Lightning” was an important member to the swimming team, winning three letters. Scholastically, he has always been near the top of his class. Because of this Colebert is constantly being asked for help on a math or physics problem. When he is not bent over his books studying, “Andy makes drawing and cartooning a hobby. Both the Blaise Torch and the Call O’Pan have used his cartoons. During sixth period he can be found in Mr. F. Lundholm’s room, usually drawing cartoons or caricatures of the faculty. Among his other hobbies is the art of deception. As a magician Colebert has gone beyond the beginner’s stage. About the only thing beyond his jxnvcr is pulling the rabbit out of a hat, and that is only because he lacks the rabbit. As a person, as a friend, as a scholar, few can surpass Colebert. Blake has been very fortunate in having such a student. As his talents increase, the college he attends will be even more fortunate. Andy, the class of ’59 wishes you all the luck in the world! 29 Earl Evan Crabb II Entered Blake September, 1955 Wrestling IV, V, VI,; Dramatics VI — business manager; Publications V, VI — photography editor V; B Club, IV, V, VI. “When in doubt, win the trick.” Hoyle During his years at Blake, Earl has maintained a fine academic standing and at the same time, has entered into many activities. A consistently good student, “Graf is especially interested in math and science. He has definite aptitude in these two fields and was recently chosen as a semi-finalist in the Merit Scholarship program. The school activities in which he has participated are-numerous. Earl is on the staff of the Torch, is business manager of dramatics, and has been a photographer for publications. Graf’s best sport is perhaps wrestling. In fact, he is probably the most determined member of the squad. Although he has never won a match, he has been pinned only once! Outside of school, Earl has many interests to which he devotes much of his spare time. He has done a great f ' t deal of experimentation in various fields of photography. He owns a sailboat and does quite a bit of sailing on Lake Minnetonka. And, finally, he has done much work with radio transmitters. During the past summer Earl chucked his worldly cares and took off for Europe. He spent his days there educating himself by viewing historical monuments to mankind. He spent his nights by just educating himself. Perhaps the outstanding feature of Earl’s character is his willingness to help others. It seems that Earl is always glad to give up some of his own time to lend help to someone who really needs it. This quality is a fine asset and it will certainly be beneficial in whatever he docs. After graduation, Earl plans to attend Williams College where he will probably major in some field of science. 30 Since Larry entered Blake in the sixth grade, he has been one of the best-liked boys in the class. Larry has constantly ranked in the upper half of the class. In his sophomore year he became a member of the varsity wrestling team, and late last summer took over the demanding job of general equipment manager. In addition, for the past two years he has aided in managing track. Aside from his active participation in sports, he is always on hand at all school games, showing his ardent school spirit. In this year’s dramatic presentation Larry was a stage hand, and during his junior year he was a hard working member of the class concession stand committee. Outside of school Larry is the vice-president of his Laurens Davis Dawes, Jr. Entered Blake September, 1952 Wrestling IV, V, VI; General Manager VI; Dramatics VI; B Club IV, V, VI. “The finest edge is made with the blunt whetstone.” John Bigly church group, the Pilgrim Fellowship, at the Colonial Church of Edina. Most of his free time is spent reading; he is an avid reader of science fiction stories. Larry is perhaps one of the only boys in the class who has a never failing good nature. He has never been known to lose his temper. This quality has always aided him in his years at Blake. Larry is known as the helping hand of the class. He is always willing to do some job, shunned off by the other members of the class. In senior room discussions he always adds his witty remarks to liven up the discussion. Larry’s future plans call for his being an engineer. With his congeniality and fine personality he is assured of success at whatever college he may attend. 31 Lindley Clarence Deardorff Entered Blake September, 1954 — June, 1957; Re-entered September, 1958 Football, VI; Wrestling VI; Baseball, VI; B Club VI. “Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” Emerson “New Trier’s loss was Blake's gain.” These words about Lin Dcardorff, spoken by Mr. Glenn at the Blake football dinner, have been echoed by many at Blake. After a year at New Trier in Chicago, Lin returned to Blake where he had spent the three previous years. Participating in football, wrestling and basketball, Lin has contributed greatly to the success of the class of ’59. However, Lin docs not spend all of his time on the athletic field. He can readily be found in the senior room, cither leading a discussion about girls, sitting in his “private” chair playing bridge, or wrestling with other members of the class. If he is not in the senior room, he is sure to be in a corner somewhere cramming madly for one of Mr. Butler’s history tests. “Dear” appears in chapel and at lunch every day wearing the same old blue sportcoat. He has taken plenty of kidding about his “four year veteran, but he only shrugs off his classmates by saying, Who dresses up for school anyway?” He docs have other clothes though, for he always is one of the best dressed boys at all of the parties and dances he attends. Outside of school, Lin enjoys swimming and water-skiing at his Lake Minnetonka retreat during the summer. He has also worked for Bachman’s as a lawn specialist. During the winter he spends his weekends skiing and going out on dates. Lin has been active in community affairs. He has served as an acolyte at his church and as a member of his church’s youth group. Lin hopes to attend either Dartmouth or Kenyon, and because of his athletic prowess, academic credits and friendly personality, we know he will surely be a welcomed addition to any college he may choose. 32 In his seven years at Blake, Tom Ensign has built a reputation as a hard-working, meticulously careful, devoted young man — the kind of person any school likes to have. Since he entered Blake from Hopkins in January of the fifth grade year, he has used these characteristics to better both himself and his school. Those who know him now might find it hard to believe that in those first years he had to do extra schoolwork to keep up, for he has since firmly established himself in the top third of his class. For Tom, this long move meant a great deal of time and hard work, coupled with a strong desire to get ahead. This example seems to characterize all of Tom’s experiences at Blake. In football he moved from third string center to junior varsity co-captain to starting end and defensive halfback on the varsity squad. During his two years on the varsity baseball team, he was probably its hardest working player. In his senior year his work was duly recognized by his teammates through Thomas Charles Ensign Entered Blake September, 1952 Football VI; Hockey V, VI; Baseball V, VI — captain VI; Union VI; Publications V; B Club V, VI. “In skating over thin ice, our safety is our speed.” Emerson his election as captain for the 1959 season. In hockey it was the same story — the hardest worker on the team. The success which Tom has achieved in all his endeavors was generally exemplified by his election to the Union this year. Outside of school Tom’s interests vary from church work to sports. For four years he has been active as an acolyte, spending the last two years as a senior acolyte. He has always enjoyed outdoor sports — especially hunting and fishing. In the last few years he has developed a keen interest in skiing, and through hard practice has already become fairly expert. When Tom leaves Blake, he hopes to go on to Dartmouth to study engineering. This is a hope that Tom has had for years, and he has approached it with the same determination with which he tackles all his problems. In the years ahead every one of Tom’s thirty-three friends in this year’s senior class will remember him with admiration. 33 Charles Bart Faegre Entered Blake September, 1953 Football V, VI — All-Conference VI; Hockey IV, V, VI — co-captain VI; Track V, VI; Union V, VI — recording secretary VI; Glee Club IV, V; Dramatics VI; B Club IV, V, VI. “The happy man is without a shirt.” Hcywood Chuck Facgrc is undoubtedly one of the best liked boys in the class of '59, for he is always ready to help anyone or give advice, no matter what the problem. Not a day goes by that “Bart,” as he is known by all his friends, is not kidded for one thing or another by his fellow classmates. However, Chuck knows that this kidding is only in fun, and therefore takes it all in stride. Underneath his jovial spirit is a serious side which is sure to lead him to success. Chuck is one of the most active boys in this year’s graduating class, as can be seen by his participation in varsity football, hockey, track and canoe trips in the field of sports. He is also a member of the Union, Dramatic Association, and the Glee Club. Because of his fine leadership and athletic prowess on the hockey rink. he was elected co-captain of the hockey team for '58-59. Chuck’s activity in school life is carried over to his out-of-school life with just as much enthusiasm. During the past few summers, Chuck has worked in Canada as slasher for the Ontario-Hydro and also as a truck driver for Holst’s Point. “Faeg is one of the “coolest cats” in town because there seems to be no end to his list of fine looking young maidens. Parties arc his specialty, for they give him a chance to throw a fast record on and show his pretty date just how rock ’n’ roll should be done. Although Chuck is undecided as to his future profession, he thinks he may follow his father’s footsteps and study law at Dartmouth. Anyone who knows Chuck wouldn’t hesitate to have him handle his case. 34 John Mark Gessner Entered Blake September, 1954 Track III, IV, V, VI — co-captain VI; Football IV, V, VI; Basketball IV, V; Dramatics VI; Glee Club V; Athletic Association — treasurer VI; Class officer — president III, vice president V; B Club III, IV, V, VI — secretary V. “Swift as an antelope.” Sullivan One of the most popular boys in this year’s senior class is John Gessner, better known to everybody as “Gcss.” John entered Blake in the eighth grade, and since then he has contributed in many ways toward making Blake a better school. Gcss has been very active in athletics and other extracurricular activities. He is undoubtedly one of the finest athletes in the senior class. John earned three letters in football, two letters in basketball, and four letters in track. In track Gess gained wide renown for his prowess in the sprints. For four years, except for a few weeks in 1958 while recovering from an ankle injury, he was a top dash man. He took four first places at the M.I.S.L. meet in his sophomore year alone. Since then he has been a perennial conference champ. John has shown his determination not only in athletics but also in scholastic studies as he ranked in the upper third of the class. John has many activities outside of school, ranging from music to skin-diving. John plays piano for the “Basin Beats” and his own jazz quartet. His record collection reflects his appreciation of all types of music — jazz, show tunes, and the classics. Skin-diving, a sport which John learned from his brother, is also a favorite out-of-school activity. Members of his junior speech class vividly remember his daring stories of lobster hunting or shark wrestling in the West Indies. As a senior John will be best remembered for his contributions to the American History classes, his avid bridge playing, and his continuous good humour and uncontrollable laugh. After John graduates from Blake, he plans to attend school in the East. We seniors have greatly enjoyed John’s company; his future classmates will certainly enjoy the same pleasure. 35 Alan Gottlieb Entered Blake September, 1952 Wrestling VI — manager; Dramatics VI; Publications V, VI; Glee Club V, VI; Forum Committee VI; B Club VI, Dance Committee V. “As round as an apple was his face.” Chaucer Friendly, quiet, and helpful are probably the three words which typify Alan Gottlieb. He says little, but is always willing to give a hand when help is needed. Because of his quiet friendliness and because of the fact that A1 has never been known to lose his temper, he is a well-respected senior at school. Max, as he is called after an endearing character in English readings, has contributed to the school in many ways. Last year he worked hard on decorations as a member of the Spring Dance committee. Because of his willingness to work, he was chosen a member of this year’s Forum committee. He also was the varsity wrestling manager his senior year, and he somehow always remained good-natured in spite of the complainings of tired, grouchy grapplers. He also gave valuable assistance to the Call O’Pan editors as a poll compiler. Alan was a member of Glee Club during his junior and senior years and participated in dramatics his senior year. Although Max is not athletically inclined, he has a strong school spirit, as shown by the way in which he supported many school games and functions. It is spirit like this which makes Blake what it is. Besides his school activities, Al has several outside interests. He participates actively as a member of the Temple Youth group, a religious organization. For the last seven summers Al has gone to camp, and this last summer he worked as a counsclor-in-training. Al plans to take courses in business administration at college. Because of his friendliness and willingness to work, we arc sure that Al will become a successful businessman. 36 MAX, GOT-ROCKS, GUS Peter Norton Hensel Entered Blake September, 1957 Basketball V, VI; Track V, VI; Union V, VI — secretary VI; Publications V, VI; B Club V, VI. L Since Pete entered Blake two years ago, he has jumped to the top of his class scholastically and has become one of its most colorful members. Hens has somehow managed to combine these qualities to become an interesting personality in the senior room and at the senior table. Rarely a month goes by during which his name cannot be found on the honor roll, and rarely a day goes by in which he cannot be heard singing the latest rock and roll while working diligently on math or physics. His hard work has been well rewarded, for Pete was one of Blake’s Merit Scholarship semi-finalists this year. Pete is one of the most enthusiastic members of the Athletic Association. For as long as he has been here, Pete has kept a perfect voting record: yes, for every proposed budget; yes, for every motion to close the meeting. However, his athletic interests extend beyond the Athletic Association. He has been on the basketball “Men, like bullets, go farthest when they are smoothest.” Richter team for two years, and since last year has held the 880 record in track. “Hens is also a member of the Union and has added his literary humour to the Torch and Call O’Pan. On weekends Pete likes to work on his Ford, which he has transformed in several short weeks into “the loudest and lowest” in the parking lot. For a trial run he is planning a future trip to Wichita. Meanwhile he is content in making expeditions to various northeastern areas of Minneapolis. Pete also enjoys hunting pheasants and ducks, waterskiing, golf, and what must be a California sport, squash. As yet Hens has not decided whether to attend college next year or take a year off and study in Geneva, Switzerland, before attending Dartmouth. But with his ambition and with his calm personality, Pete is sure to follow through either decision to success. 37 Robert Vincent Holton, Jr. Entered Blake September, 1955 Basketball IV, V, VI — co-captain V, VI; Golf III, IV, V, VI — captain VI; Dramatics VI; Glee Club III, IV, V, VI; Student Council IV; Union IV, V, VI — treasurer V, president VI; Publications IV, V, VI — associate editor of Torch VI; Class officer — vice president VI; Boy’s State V; B Club III, IV, V, VI. “Let no act be done at haphazard.” Marcus Aurelius The amiable “Bobbo” Holton is present at almost every Blake function ranging from a senior poker party to a Torch meeting. So wide and various are Bob’s interests that one can hardly see how he has time to participate in them all. In his many scholastic, extra-curricular, and athletic endeavors, “Holt” has shown tremendous leadership. As if captain of the varsity golf team during his senior year and the varsity basketball team during both his junior and senior years were not enough, he has also been a member of the Student Council, president of the Union, associate editor of the Torch, and vice-president of the senior class. Bob was also one of Blake’s representatives to the Gopher Boys’ State, which is indeed an honor. Yet, Bob Holton has more than a list of leadership positions. He is an avid supporter of all Blake activities. Bob was kept out of football by a bad back, but the team never had a more ardent rooter. On the basketball court Bob shows great enthusiasm with his spir- ited play. His play has been a main factor in holding the team together for the past two years. He has worked on almost every Blake dance committee for three years. His good and (what is more important) different ideas have often added to the success of a dance. Many of Bob’s activities have extended out of school. An excellent golfer, he has entered and placed high in many of the tournaments in this area. Not lowest in his list of activities is his trumpet playing. His melodic blasts have made him an important member of the “Basin Beats.” The trait in Bob’s character which will be longest remembered by the class of '59 is his smoothness. “Smooth Bobby” has repeatedly amazed the seniors with his almost complete mastery over the opposite sex. Bob applies his cool, casual way to almost everything he does. No situation seems to be too tight for him. On leaving Blake, Bob would like to give one parting bit of advice which will probably go down as his epitaph: “Don’t sweat it.” BOBBO, HOLT 38 Frank’s ability to make good use of his free time has enabled him to participate in many activities at Blake. In fact Frank has contributed more to the school than almost anybody else in the senior class. One of his biggest interests has been the various school publications. For two years he wrote the Junior School News in the Torch, and this year he co-cdited the Call O’ Pan. He also sang in the Glee Club during his junior year and became a second lunch waiter his senior year. But probably his biggest talent lies in public speaking. During his years at Blake he won the fifth form chapel speaking prize, and has also become an outstanding debator. Since Frank plans to go into either business or law after he graduates from college, this speaking ability will naturally be a great asset to Frank Robert Kemerer Entered Blake September, 1953 Football VI — manager; General Athletic manager V; Debating III, IV, V, VI; Union VI; Glee Club V; Publications IV, V, VI — Call O’ Pan co-editor VI; Waiter VI; B Club V, VI. “I think I will not hang myself today.” G. R. Chesterton him in later life. In fact, many people feel that Franke-mer will someday become a great “Philadelphia lawyer.” Frank has also given a great deal of support to athletics. Last year he became Blake’s first General Athletic manager. This year he was manager of the varsity football team. He is well liked by everyone, and as a senior, he was elected to the Union. His grades have been consistently good, and he almost always ranks in the upper quarter of his class. Upon graduation Frank hopes to go cither to Carleton or Stanford and major in business or law. In short, Frank has gotten a great deal out of Blake. But more important, he has given something in return. 39 Loring Ward Knoblauch Entered Blake September, 1947 Baseball V, VI; Hockey V, VI; Forum Committee VI; B Club V, VI. “If she was tall? Like a King’s own daughter.” O’Neill Ever since Lory entered Blake in the first grade he has been a firm member of his class. Lory, the sloppily dressed, six foot two inch string-bean of the senior class, would be an asset to any group. He has a winning smile and a cheery disposition which will earn him many friends throughout life. Lory has consistently ranked in the upper part of the class, and he recently gained the honor of being one of the eight seniors who became semi-finalists in the National Merit Scholarship tests. He has gained this high ranking through his perseverance in his studies. One may often find him studying late into the night or even all day on Saturday. Because of this attitude, Lory is sure to be a success in whatever field he pursues. Besides his scholastic attainments, Lory has also gained recognition as a member of the Forum committee his senior year, and as a member of the varsity hockey and baseball teams during his junior and senior years. If you have ever stood on the first tee of a golf course and seen someone take a long, uncontrolled swing at the ball, you know what Lory’s swing looks like. Although Lory practices his golf patiently throughout the summer, his game needs further polish; however, he is potentially a fine golfer. Skiing is also among his outside activities, and he is one of the best skiers ever to graduate at Blake. “Knob” is just beginning to find out “girls as well as boys exist. Until this year he had never dated much, but now he has found a girl and is amazed that girls too can be fun. Next fall Lory hopes to attend Amherst college. At college, Lory plans to continue temporarily with a liberal education, since he is undecided as to what he wants to do after college. When Lory graduates in June, Blake is sure to lose a fine scholar, athlete, and friend. 40 John David Knudson Entered Blake September, 1948 Swimming IV; Track VI; B Club IV, V, VI; Dramatics VI. “He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty.’ Old Testament One of the earliest members of the class of nineteen fifty-nine was John Knudson. All who know him know that John is not the loud and showy type; rather, he is the quiet and mild mannered sort of person who balances every class. Another quality which accompanies his quietness is his thoroughness. John likes to take things slow and easy, instead of dashing wildly ahead. With these qualities John Knudson comes to school every day as the calm, cool, and collected person we all know. However, few people realize that outside of school a certain spirit of adventure seizes him. This becomes more plain when we look at John’s list of interests. His first interest is “shootin’ irons.” John has a collection that is the envy of everyone who secs it. The older guns John likes to take apart and tinker with. He knows just about everything there is to know about his collection. In fact, his knowledge of guns in general is quite vast. John’s other interests arc difficult to rate according to interest, but they all have to do with transportation-cars, boats, or planes. His interest in cars was shown by his late departed “Sweet Pea.” By “late departed” one means that John sold it, and, showing the traits of a good business man, made 100 per cent profit. As for boats, any visitor to the Knudson home in the summer will find John busy at work with his boats and motors. At the present, however, he is engaged in flying. Every Saturday John goes out to the airport and takes flying lessons. Because of his various interests, both inside and outside of school, John is able to take part in any conversation. Because of his thoroughness, he is dependable. With both these characteristics on his side we know he is sure to be a success in whatever he does. KNUT 41 Charles Stevenson Lane Entered Blake September, 1947 Football V, VI — co-captain VI, All-Conference VI; Basketball IV, V, VI — co-captain V; Baseball IV, V, VI; Athletic Association V, VI — vice president V, president VI; Class officer — president VI; Union V, VI; B Club IV, V, VI — vice president V, president VI; Waiter III, IV, V, VI — head waiter VI; Dramatics VI. “A great many things go around in the dark besides Santa Claus.” Herbert Hoover Amidst a senior room riot a voice emerges requesting a more reserved atmosphere. This voice is immediately identified as Charlie Lane’s and the disturbance quickly comes to an end. Since entering Blake in the first grade, Chuck has been one of the few boys in the class of ’59 who holds the admiration and respect of all who know him. There are few, if any, boys in the senior class who can present as extensive a list of extra-curricular activities as can Charlie. Because of his popularity and efficiency he has been an officer at one time or another of every organization to which he belongs. He is the president of both the “B” club and the Athletic Association this year. He has been a member of the Union since the end of his sophomore year. This three year membership is the longest possible for a Blake student and well indicates Charlie’s popularity and leadership. When the lunch bell rings, Chuck can be seen scurrying to the kitchen for his waiter duties. This year, his fourth as a waiter, Chuck holds the position of hcadwaitcr. Even though his record of extra-curricular activities is excelled by none, Charlie is perhaps best known at Blake for his athletic prowess. Few boys ever become captain of two different sports at Blake, but Chuck holds this honor. In his junior year he was co-captain of the basketball team, and this year he was co-captain of the undefeated varsity football squad. Representing Blake on varsity teams since his sophomore year, Chuck graduates with eight varsity letters; two in football, three in baseball, and three in basketball. Truly, Chuck has done a great deal for Blake. It is common knowledge that Chuck has a keen interest in the fairer sex, even though his interests have been quite one-sided. Always ready with a cheerful hello, Chuck is a friend to everyone he knows. He is the type of person who is always considerate of the feelings of others, and because of his warm personality and class interest he was elected president of this year’s senior class. When Chuck goes to college, Blake loses not only a fine athlete and a fine leader, but, above all, a fine friend. 42 CHUCK, CHAS Stephen Evarts Lewis Entered Blake September, 1951 Football — manager V; Swimming VI; Tennis VI; Union — president VI; Publications V, VI — Call O’ Pan editor V, co-editor VI; Forum committee V; B Club V, VI; “His conversation does not show the minute hand, but he strikes the hour very correctly.” Johnson Like the majority of the senior class of Blake, Steve has lived all his life in Minnesota — all, that is, except for eight weeks in Switzerland this past summer. Switzerland has become his chief interest outside of school. Since entering Blake in the fifth grade, he has consistently ranked in the upper quarter of the class. Steve was also a Merit Scholarship semi-finalist. He is a semi-athlete; this is not to say that he dislikes sports, for he has been an avid sports-fan for many years, specializing in baseball statistics. Steve participated in tennis, basketball, and swimming, and managed the varsity football team as a junior. Publications is his favorite extra-curricular activity. Last year he edited the Call O’Pan, and this year he is co-editor. Writing for the yearbook is an expression of his favorite subjects in school — English and history. During the past year Steve developed an interest in foreign affairs and the American Field Service program. During the past summer he was one of the twenty-six STEVO, LOUIE students from Minneapolis living abroad under this program. He lived with the police director of the city of Zurich, Switzerland. His two outstanding experiences concern scouting in the Swiss Alps and speaking German on radio Switzerland. Since his return, his interest in the American Field Service has intensified. As president of the AFS returnees from Minneapolis, Steve shows a special interest in the foreign exchange students now living here. Good music, particularly modern jazz, is another of his interests outside school. In the senior room “Louie” occasionally shows his dislike for rock and roll music by turning the radio down to an inaudible whisper. Steve hopes to go East to college where he plans to further his several career interests. After majoring in English, he would like to become a journalist or a member of the foreign service. If he uses the same finesse as he does to win friends, we know he won’t have any trouble winning countries as allies. 43 Ulf Goran Martensson Entered Blake September, 1958 Union VI; Publication VI; Track VI. “The only way to have a friend is to be one.” Emerson “How could he be a Swede? He’s got dark hair and dark eyes!” Nevertheless, Ulf Martensson is from Sweden. He is at Blake on an American Field Service exchange scholarship. Ulf immediately demonstrated a better than expected command of English upon entering school. Occasionally, though, the class enjoyed Ulf’s comments on “that wunerful red ycllo for lunch” or the “jung girl” he recently met. These are typical Swedish accents on “j’s” and “y’s”. Ulfs friendly attitude and good humour were most evident at the senior study table during discussions of physics homework. He has taken a serious attitude in regard to his studies; he has ranked in the upper half of the senior class and presented an excellent academic record. “Ufic” did not contribute any furniture to the senior room; instead he presented to the class a beautiful color sketch of an American’s idea of a typical Swedish girl. Ulf comes from Hclsingborg across from Denmark. He was on the second soccer team at school which has the second best soccer team in Sweden. Here Uffe has played tennis and has wrestled. Sports is one of his favorite pastimes along with photography, modern jazz, and radio technique. Ulf is an illegal “ham” in Sweden with two radio transmitters. During his travels in Europe and the United States. Ulf has made many friends. His quiet, but mature and friendly attitude has impressed older people as well as boys and girls of his own age. His classmates in Sweden recognized this character by naming him president of his class for four consecutive years. In the Union and in history classes he has presented intelligent ideas. His intent of purpose, however, has never hampered his sense of humour — especially when discussing Mr. Hodgkinson’s dry humour. Ulf will leave America in July after a bus trip to Washington, D.C. He plans to finish school in two years and then enter a technical college in Sweden. Perhaps he will come back to America to study. At any rate, Ulf has been an excellent ambassador from Sweden, and we believe he will be one of the leading citizens of Sweden in the very near future. UFFE. SWEDE 44 Michael Williams McCarthy “No! no! The queen should be from Northrop,” cried Mike in a fit of frustration. Mike gets carried away at times, but that’s of little importance since he is usually right. His record speaks for itself. Throughout his high school years at Blake, he has always been busy with one important project or another. Mike has been a member of the Union for two years, and was elected vice-president of this organization during his senior year. He has also belonged to the Glee Club for four years. He is associate editor of the Torch and president of the Second Hand Book Store, through which he makes all of his spending money. Mike has also been a member of the student council for three years. Probably his greatest achievement at Blake was his election as Head Boy early this year. Mike’s athletic accomplishments arc also impressive. He is an avid hockey player and a member of the first doubles team in tennis. At graduation he will have five letters, which is something to be proud of. Mike is just as busy outside of school as in school. Entered Blake September, 1951 Hockey V, VI; Tennis V, VI; B Club V, VI; Dramatics V, VI; Glee Club III, IV, V, VI — president VI; Union IV, V, VI — vice president V; Waiter IV; Second hand book store V — vice president V, president VI; Boy’s State V; Publications V, VI — associate editor Torch VI; Head Boy VI. “I have done my duty ever, tried to do it just and right.” Thorpe On the piano Mike is a whiz, especially when he plays “Near You.” But piano is not his only renown in the field of music; he can also boast of an acquaintance with the banjo. In fact, he and the banjo get along quite well, as most of us saw when he performed in chapel last year. Even on Sunday Mike docs not take it easy. He is an acolyte at Trinity Episcopal Church in Excelsior. Mike’s popularity stems not only from his leadership qualities and academic ability, but also from his sparkling personality. He can always be counted on to liven up a discussion. He always seems to be in a good humor, and anyone feeling “down” soon loses that feeling after chatting with Mike. Mike’s determination and hard work have gained him the respect and the admiration of both the student body and the faculty at Blake. Princeton, the college of his choice where he intends to study aeronautical engineering, is fortunate indeed, for Mike is sure to compile an impressive record. 45 MIKE, MAC John Norman Nelson Entered Blake September, 1952 Football V, VI — All-Conference VI; Basketball V; Track VI; Wrestling VI; Glee Club III — quartet V; Publications VI; Dramatics VI; B Club V, VI. “Anything half done is not done at all.” Lord Chesterfield John Nelson, better known to us a “Nelly,” entered Blake in the fall of 1952. Nelly, through his ability to make friends and his skill on the athletic field, soon became well established in the class. No one in the class has more determination and desire. Nelly also has a great sense of humor, as anyone who is acquainted with him knows. Although he isn’t ranked in studies with the highest, he docs maintain a steady average. Upon graduation he will have received letters in football, basketball, wrestling, and track. On the athletic field there is no one with more desire and determination than Nelly. His desire and determination naturally influence his teammates and help greatly to bring their spirits up. This was shown when he received the Glcnn-Wonson football trophy, which is presented annually to the boy who develops his ability to the greatest degree. Outside of school Nelly has many interests, ranging from girls to music. He spends his summer months as a counselor at a camp in the northern part of the state. Nelly also has a wide interest in music. He plays the drums as some of you may very well know, and he also has a good collection of jazz records. During the seven years which Nelly has spent at Blake, he has made a great many contributions to the class. Upon his graduation Blake will lose one of the most good-natured and best liked members of the class of ’59. Because of his desire and ambition he is sure to succeed in whatever field he chooses. NELLY 46 In the six years “Newic has been at Blake, he has become a popular member of the senior class. His warm personality and friendly disposition have made him well liked by virtually everyone. He has participated widely in many activities both in school and outside of school. Athletically, one of Dave’s outstanding accomplishments was his winning the conference championship of the onc-hundrcd-twclvc pound class in wrestling during his junior year. “New is a standout on the wrestling team and has been responsible to a large extent for its success. During the spring he is a member of the golf team. “New” has been in the Glee Club for four years, and he is also a regular waiter. No one who knows Dave can possibly escape knowing “Eggy,” for she is without a doubt, his number one out-of-school activity. About ninety-nine percent of Dave’s time is spent cither at the house of, or in the David Gillette Newhall Entered Blake September, 1953 Wrestling V, VI; Golf VI; Dramatics VI; Glee Club III, VI, V, VI; Waiter VI; Dance Committee V, VI; B Club V, VI. “The art of living is like wrestling.” Marcus Aurelius company of, this young lady, who was elected one of the Homecoming attendants this year. However, he does find an occasional moment to play golf in the summer, or to ski in the winter. Showing his usual determination, Dave has worked on improving his golf game, and has become quite magnificent. At the end of last summer, he entered the Resorters’ Open golf tournament in Alexandria and won his golfing flight against stiff competition. Dave’s three most outstanding characteristics arc his sparkling personality, his fine sense of humor, and his determination in tackling any difficulties which arise. It is interesting to note that despite Dave’s having many extra-curricular activities and a full scholastic schedule, he has always continued to work to his full capacity. “New” plans to study medicine. With his determination and friendly personality, he should succeed. 47 James Lawrence Rankin, Jr. Entered Blake September, 1949 Football V, VI — All-Conference V, VI; Basketball V, VI; Baseball V, VI; Student Council VI; Union V, VI — treasurer V; Class officer — president V, vice president III; B Club IV, V, VI; Glee Club V; Publications V, VI — sports editor VI. “Reason is not measured by size or height.” Epictetus Ever since the third grade, when Jim entered Blake, he has been a leader in scholastics, on the athletic field, and in many extra-curricular activities. Because of his leadership in these many fields, and his friendly personality, he has become one of the most popular boys in the senior class. Jim was co-captain of the 1958 MISL championship football team, a two year letter winner in basketball, and a three year letter winner in baseball. He also won the Williams Football trophy his senior year, and was an All-conference selection in football both his junior and senior years. In addition to success in athletics, Jim has led his class scholastically throughout his ten years at Blake. Besides being among the top three scholastic-ally and being a leader on the athletic field, Jim has found time for wide participation in extra-curricular activities. He is a member of the Student Council, the Union, and is sports editor of the Torch. When Jim isn’t in classes or meetings, one can usually find him at the senior table, where he is cither the subject of much discussion about being “a red-haired dwarf,” a penguin,” or a “carrot. During the summer, Jim usually spends most of his time at his family’s cabin in northern Minnesota. However, when August begins, he is usually one of the first to return to Blake in preparation for the football season. Next fall Jim hopes to attend cither Yale or Dartmouth. Although he is undecided as to what profession he will take up after college, he is seriously considering medicine and is planning to study pre-med in college. As one can scc by his accomplishments, “Rank” is one of the top leaders in the school, and is also well known and well liked by the members of other schools. Thus, Jim established an admirable reputation as a symbol of Blake school. As he continues through life this kind of reputation is bound to repeat itself. 48 CARROT, RED TOP, DWARF, RANK Peter James Ratner Entered Blake September, 1955 Swimming III, IV, V, VI — captain VI; Golf VI; Glee Club III, IV, V; Dance committee V; Publications V, VI — circulation manager VI; B Club III, IV, V, VI. “Money is the root of all evil.” Old Testament Since Pete enter d Blake four years ago, he has become one of the contributing factors in making our normal lives gayer. His pleasing wit and ever present smile, his seemingly endless poker and gin rummy games, and his after lunch discussions —all make the normal school day more pleasant. Pete has been a starter on the swimming team for four years; he is the only senior with four swimming letters. This year he led the swimming team as captain. Pete played on the championship 1956 junior varsity football team, and he would have been a great help to this year’s varsity team if he hadn’t received an injury. However, Pete was a student coach on this year’s championship J.V. football squad. He played on last year’s golf team, and he plans to do the same this year. Be- cause of Pete’s active support of publications, he received the position of circulation manager of the Torch. Outside of school Pete is an active member of the youth group at the Univcrsalist church. During the winter he spends his weekends either skiing or dating. For two summers Pete has held a steady job at the Aqua Follies as a stage hand. When he isn’t working for the Aqua Follies, he can be found on the golf course. Pete plans to attend cither Dartmouth or Claremont of California. No matter where he goes, Blake will be losing one of its most outstanding boys. With his determination and personality, he will find friends and success wherever he goes. 49 James Roy Ridgway, Jr. Entered Blake September, 1947 Tennis III, IV, V, VI — captain V, VI; Basketball V, VI — co-captain VI; Publications VI; B Club III, IV, V, VI. “Patience, and shuffle the cards.” Cervantes Pick a day, and walk into the senior room at any moment of that day. Among other sounds you will undoubtedly hear the cry of “four hearts” or “four spades” or possibly “You fool! how could you leave me in this suit.” One glance will tell you that these sounds come from a group of noisy bridge players. Ridge is a charter member of this group. Jim has, in general, a quiet nature; he is one of those few boys who seldom lose their tempers. Because of these traits Ridge is always fun. to be around and is one of the best liked boys in the class. Besides being one of the most popular boys in the class, Ridge is also one of the best senior athletes. Captain of the tennis team in both his junior and senior years, Jim was one of the best tennis players ever to attend Blake. He was also captain of the basketball team his senior year. Few boys in Blake’s history have ever been elected captain of three varsity teams. But Ridge really worked for this honor. In his senior year Jim was side-lined for over half the basketball season, but he never gave up and was eventually a starter once again. Scholastically Jim has always worked hard. He hopes to take up business administration in college, probably on the West Coast. From his determined efforts at Blake, we all agree he will succeed. The school will lose one of the best athletes and best all-around fellows when Jim graduates in June. JIM, RIDGE 50 Peter Joseph Rieke Entered Blake September, 1956 Football V, VI — All-Conference VI; Wrestling V, VI — captain VI; Track VI; B Club V, VI; Dramatics VI. “The opinion of the strongest is always the best.” De La Fontaine for the track team. Although Peter’s academic ranking wasn’t high, he worked hard for what he received. Outside of school Pete has many interests which take up a great deal of his free time. He enjoys hunting, be it for pheasants, ducks, or women. Pete has many “little lovelies” who arc situated throughout the city, and he gives many fine parties and open houses. During the summer he likes to swim, fish, water-ski, ride his motorcycle, and work on his 1930 LaSalle. To earn money for his many escapades, he works part-time at the Mileage gas station in Wayzata. Peter likes music and has many albums of different types of good music. Because of Pete’s hard work in studies and athletics and because of his good nature, he will go a long way. When he enters college trouble getting adjusted. PETE next fall, he will have little Best of luck, Pete! Since coming to Blake in his sophomore year, Pete Rieke has proved himself to be one of the outstanding members of the class of ’59. His determination and good nature have won him many friends. Pete’s popularity grew fast from the first day of JV football practice in 1956. When he participates in sports, Rick” plays to win and always tries his hardest. Pete’s humor is enjoyed by everyone, and he is rarely seen without a wide smile. Pete’s determination showed up most vividly in the sports that he lettered in. He spent two years on the varsity football squad, and he was one of the best players on the team. In his senior year he was selected as a member of the AU-confcrcncc team. During the winter term he wrestled. He received two letters. Then spring rolled around, and one could sec Rick putting the shot 51 John David Schoell Entered Blake September, 1955 Swimming VI; Glee Club III, VI; Waiter III, IV, V, VI — head waiter VI; B Club VI. “Did ye not hear it? No! Twas but the wind or the car rattling o’er the stony street.” Byron The senior room door flies open and a number of boisterous seniors burst forth amid shouts and blows. Any onlooker can be sure that John will not be among this group of wild merry-makers, because since his arrival in the ninth grade, John has been known for his quiet diligence and hard work. John has applied himself well in the classroom and in athletics. He has constantly kept a high rank in his class and was a semi-finalist in the Merit Scholarship program. John is also noted for his hard work in sports. He is considered by most of his teammates to be the hardest worker on the varsity swimming team. John has also gained distinction in his participation in extracurricular activities. He has been a waiter for four years and gained the honor of being second lunch headwaiter this year. He also has been a member of the Glee Club during both his freshman and senior years, and he frequently wrote for the Torch. Yet, though John is noted for his quiet diligence and hard work, let it not be said that “Johann” is a shy, retiring person. Indeed, his quick wit and sharp sarcasm bring merriment to many a classroom discussion. John also has the ability to make constructive criticism, which is an attribute a great many people do not possess. Out of school John participates in many activities. He is a bowler who never gives up although his scores arc sometimes distressing. He is vice-president of his church group, and thus devotes a great deal of time to this organization. John is interested in archaeology and geology as a profession, and after graduation he plans to study it at Carlcton. John has made a good record for himself at Blake. His natural good humor and wit will certainly win many new friends for him in college and in later life. 52 John David Sedgwick Entered Blake September, 1950 Track IV, V, VI — co-captain VI; Basketball V, VI; Football VI — All-Conference VI; Union V, VI — recording secretary; Class officer — vice president IV, treasurer III, V, VI; B Club IV, V, VI; Publications V, VI — associate editor Call O’ Pan VI. “Silence is an answer to a wise man.’’ Plutarch Leadership, popularity, and honesty are three assets to any person and these characteristics have earned John Sedgwick great respect from his fellow classmates since he entered Blake in the fourth grade. ‘‘Honest John, as he should be called, has been class treasurer since his sophomore year. John’s leadership and popularity cannot be questioned. He has been co-captain of junior varsity football and varsity track and became a member of the Union in his junior year. John is not only a citizen in his class, but also an athlete and scholar. “Sedge earned six letters by participating in track, football, and basketball. Further proof of his athletic ability is the fact that he was conference champion in the 440 in track, and a member of the All-conference football team. John has always maintained a high ranking in his class throughout his high school years. He was also assistant editor of the Call O’ Pan. These arc two more examples of his desire and spirit through which he has contributed to the class. Although “Sedge has been heard many times to say that the opposite sex is a waste of time, he docs have interests outside of school. Recently John’s parents purchased a resort in northern Minnesota, and during the past summer he was kept busy maintaining and remodeling this resort so that it can be used year-around. John’s quiet and friendly attitude is his most significant contribution to Blake, besides his athletic, extracurricular, and academic contributions. John is probably the quietest person in the senior class, but often this silence of his is broken by a subtle comment which sets his listeners laughing. John’s overall friendly personality has gained him admiration not only from his fellow students but also from the masters who have had the privilege of associating with him. Currently John believes that he would like to study medicine. He hopes to go to Harvard and then transfer to the University of Minnesota Medical School. But no matter whether John goes East or remains in his home state, the school which he chooses will acquire a citizen, athlete, and scholar. 53 SLEDGE, LONESOME JOHN N James Michael Seed ■ Entered Blake September, 1955 Basketball V, VI; Track V, 'VI; Student Council V, VI; Union V, VI — secretary VI; Publications IV, V, IV — editor Torch VI; Glee Club III, V; Class officer — president IV; Second hand book store V, VI; B Club V, VI; Head Boy at large VI. “Love U blind.” Chaucer Since enrolling at Blake in the third form, Jim Seed has been one of the most popular and respected boys in the school. Jim’s character and personality can be typified by the motto, “Actions speak louder than words.” Jim is not the type who gives forth with a great deal of idle chatter about work he is about to do or a job which he has completed. Quietly and efficiently he goes to work; oddly enough, when the job is completed, Jim doesn’t need to say a word, for his high degree of workmanship does all the talking for him. Probably a better example of his quiet efficiency would be his excellent relationship with the opposite sex. Friday mornings, when all the boys arc gathered around the senior table describing their female dates for the weekend, Jim can be found in the background listening quite intently. Lo and behold, at the dance that night Jim arrives with the fairest maiden of them all. Once again, “Actions speak louder than words.” “Herr Saat,” a name acquired during his years of study of the German language, docs not leave all his abilities in the classroom and on the dance floor. As his record shows, Jim has been a member of practically every extra-curricular organization at Blake. What the record doesn’t show, however, is his true sense of loyalty toward the school. He often volunteers for the work that no one else will take because of its rewarding aspects. No job is too unimportant for him. In the past, Jim’s interests outside of school have been centered around sports, skiing in particular, and scouting. A few years ago Jim achieved the highest position in active scouting — Eagle Scout. An avid skiing enthusiast, Saat is probably the foremost expert in the senior class on the slopes. In past seasons he has made trips to Colorado and Wyoming, Aspen in particular. It is not often that an individual has the popularity and respect of the student body as Jim Seed has. With his unassuming personality and highly competent mind, Jim will be a success in any endeavor he chooses. His successes at Blake arc only the beginning. JIM, SAAT 54 John Stuart Shronts Entered Blake September, 1954 Swimming IV, V, VI; Glee Club V, VI; B Club IV, V, VI. “Brevity is the soul of wit.” Shakespeare in boxing. Many of his senior companions heard of his esteem in boxing, but never believed the reports until they watched him in action. Jack’s interest in boxing is unique in the upper school, and therefore sparring partners arc few and far between. It cannot be said that Jack is an expert, but certainly he is well-advanced in this sport. Out of school, Jack’s interests lie in the fields of archaeology and astronomy. He has made a six-inch reflecting telescope with which he carries on his hobby. In archaeology, he has read widely on the various theories of ancient civilizations, and he even has his own theory. He plans to study this field in college. Because he has shown determination and thoroughness in his favorite subjects at Blake, one can expect Jack to become a success in his specialized field. JACK, SCHRANZ, GERBS One of the least known, and yet well known, boys in the senior class is Jack Shronts. Little of his time out of school is spent with class members; few boys really know him out of classes. However, his bitter and sarcastic wit is well known by all. His scornful humor almost always convulses his classmates at extremely inappropriate times. In the classroom Jack is a hard worker in subjects he enjoys and obtains good grades. His favorite subject is American History in which he works hard on the special term papers. At Blake Jack has found one sport in which he ex-cells. He has received three letters in swimming. After making the team as a sophomore, Jack steadily improved, so that in his senior year, he was first man in the one-hundred yard backstroke and medley relay. He proved to be one of the most consistent point-getters and winners on the team. Besides swimming, he cxcells 55 Robert Walker Templeton Entered Blake September, 1956 Baseball VI; Basketball VI; Glee Club VI; Waiter IV, V, VI; B Club VI. “He knows what’s what.” Butler Ever since Bob entered Blake at the sophomore level, he has continually been one of the highest ranking members of the senior class. He is solidly entrenched in the upper quarter of the class while even taking an extra subject in his senior year. Bob was also one of the few students who qualified for the National Merit Scholarship finals. Despite his fine academic achieve ments, Bob hasn’t turned into a shy bookworm. His natural ability to converse intelligently combined with his many varied interests give him a well-balanced personality. Bob somehow finds time to participate in activities outside of the classroom. He is a member of the Glee Club and has been a waiter throughout his three years at Blake. If the distinction existed, he would be considered an All-American junior varsity player in football, basketball and baseball. To add to that honor he played on the varsity baseball and basketball teams. Bob’s drive, eagerness, and determination made him a dependable player who gave his best for the team. Outside of school he was a member of a prosperous Junior Achievement group. His spare time is spent at the archery or rifle range where he has won a number of awards. Bob doesn’t find much spare time, however, for he often reads as many as six books a month. As in all his activities, determination is the keynote of Bob’s character. Poor tackles, pop-ups on the diamond, or low test grades serve as the ignition of his “I’ll do better next time” attitude. With a character like this a person never becomes discouraged by defeat. He will always rise to the occasion with a better and more satisfying performance. Bob’s college choice is not definite, be he is seriously considering Carleton. With Bob’s drive and determination, his college years and years thereafter arc sure to be a success. 56 BOB, TOTO AMERICANO Michael Peter Thomas Entered Blake September, 1957 Hockey V, VI — co-captain VI; Baseball V, VI; B Club V, VI. .. and to me high mountains are a feeling.” Byron “It’s simple; just use the left end as the fulcrum and go from there.” Any senior within hearing distance of Pete will almost invariably be able to hear such a statement after one of the meaner physics tests. And usually Pete is absolutely right, a fact which is very well demonstrated by his consistent appearances on the first honor roll. How he keeps up such a good scholastic record is a very good question, for he hardly ever takes home more than two or three books. However, Pete’s achievements are by no means limited to the field of studies. His natural ability and the experience he had gained from playing on the Wayzata hockey team were at once apparent when the Blake team started practice in 1957. He played on the first line all season, and because of his great determination and willingness to work he was elected one of the cocaptains of this year’s team after only one year at Blake. In the spring he gained another letter by playing left field on the baseball team. PETE Pete’s accomplishments and adventures out of school arc numerous. Anyone who knows Pete has heard him recount at least one of his experiences, whether it be deer or antelope hunting in Montana, fishing in Canada, or skiing in Colorado. In the summer he also journeys to the Grand Teton Mountains to do some mountain climbing. Pete takes all these activities in his stride with seemingly little difficulty. No matter how busy he may be, he is always willing to give somebody else some help. He rarely wastes time to complain about an assignment, he just docs it. Because of his ability to do things quickly and well, Pete is sure to be successful as he goes on to college, whether he attends the Air Force Academy, M. I. T., or Princeton. Although his stay at Blake has been short, he has gained many friends; we all wish him the best of luck in the future. 57 Stuart Wilder Wells, III During his twelve years at Blake, Stu has contributed not only to his class, but to the entire school as well. His three main interests —hockey, mathematics, and sailing — demonstrate his wide range of capabilities. Scholastically Stu is always near the top of the class. His interest and amazing potential in mathematics have made him the class genius in mathematics of all kinds. He also docs very well in his other subjects, so well that he was a semi-finalist in the National Merit Scholarship Contest. Stu’s ten-inch slide rule is his constant companion. If anyone mentions multiplication, division, extracting roots, or any other mathematical process, Stu immediately attacks the problem on his slide rule. But the rule is not his only means of solving problems. He is one of the most logically thinking boys in the class, and, as a result, in courses such as physics, he is a stand-out. In sports Stu has one interest: hockey. In the fall, when other boys arc talking about football, Stu is planning the coming hockey season; and in the spring, when the usual topics of conversation arc baseball and track, he is either remembering the games of the previous season or looking ahead to those of the next. Playing at goalie, Stu earned a varsity letter in his junior year as second goalie for the team. This year he was starting goalie and, as any member of the team will say, did an excellent job. But his interests don’t end at the school gates. He owns a sailboat, moored on Lake Minnetonka, which he uses for both pleasure sailing and racing. In the races at Minnetonka, Stu’s “C” boat, “Hot Foot,” can be seen either leading the pack or giving the leader stiff competition. Tennis is another of Stu’s outside interests. In the fall and spring, he is usually out on the school courts polishing his game for the summer months. With interests and capabilities such as these, Stu surely will be missed at Blake when he leaves for Amherst this fall; but his contributions to the school will be remembered for a long time to come. STU I 58 Robert James Wilkie Entered Blake September, 1947 Football V, VI; Track VI; Hockey VI — manager; B Club V, VI; Dramatics IV, V, VI; Glee Club IV, V — quartet. “Give us the luxuries of life and we will dispense with its necessities.” Holmes Bob is one of the few seniors who have spent all twelve of their school years at Blake. Ever since the first grade, “Wilk” has been not only one of the best students, but also one of the most popular boys in his class. He is one of the most interesting seniors because he has a wide range of interests, a great many experiences, and endless humorous stories concerning these experiences. In extra-curricular activities Bob has made many contributions. He was a member of the Glee Club for two years and has also participated in dramatics, but he still found time to play varsity football and to wrestle. Incapacitated because of a severe knee injury suffered during the football season, Peg-leg Wilk took over as hockey manager this year and did an outstanding job all season. It is said that outside interests arc a valuable asset to any boy, not only as a supplement to his education, but also as an assurance of future success. If .this be true, Bob’s future is bound to be a success. His outside interests vary from flying to mechanical engineering and coaching football. For three consecutive summers Bob has worked as a mechanical draftsman at his father’s company, where he obtained valuable technical knowledge of engineering. He displayed some of his drawings for the school and created a great interest in this field among the students. He has twenty-five hours of flying time, gained while taking lessons at the Flying Cloud field and hopes to obtain his solo permit in the near future. Because Bob has derived a great interest in football from his two years as a member of the varsity team at Blake, he hopes to coach a park board football team next summer. Music is another one of his interests. The marimba and the bongo drum arc his favorite instruments. Of course, one of his fondest interests has to do with women. Throughout his years at Blake, he always has attended Blake dances, usually with the same girl. When Bob goes to Stanford this fall, he plans to continue with the engineering he has learned in the summer months. His ability and personality will be impor- 59 BOB, WILK A WAR D S CLASS OF 1958 Timothy Adams - - Darrell Elliott - -Harvey Hansen - Robert Hoffman -Thomas Kempf -Ernest Lampe Stephen Pflaum - John Price, Jr. Robert Rudd -Trygve Steen - CLASS OF 1959 Colcbcrt Andrus - - Thomas Ensign - - Robert Holton - - Frank Kemerer -Steve Lewis -Mike McCarthy - - John Nelson................. James Rankin - Peter Ricke................. James Seed.................. Jack Shronts................ Princeton Trophy Valedictorian Yale Trophy Harvard Trophy Thomas Wallace Kingman Tennis Trophy Thorpe Cup Bradshaw Mintcncr Baseball Trophy Dartmouth Alumni Hockey Award Arthur Swimming Improvement Award Heald-Bettels Track Trophy Strieker Debating Trophy John Grafton Burgess Memorial Award Guy Thomas Swimming Trophy Amherst Alumni Trophy Henry Beebe Flannery Golf Trophy Williams Alumni Essay Contest Chapel Speaking Prize VI Strieker Debating Trophy Dartmouth Alumni Hockey Award Gopher Boys’ State Representative V Henry Beebe Flannery Golf Trophy IV Chapel Speaking Prize V American Field Service Foreign Exchange Student Union Medal IV Spanish Medal V Gopher Boys’ State Representative V Harvard Book Prize V Glenn-Wonson Football Trophy Williams Football Trophy Most Valuable Wrestler Award Society of Colonial Daughters Award V Selovcr-Pcarson Basketball Award Guy Thomas Swimming Trophy Richard Anthony Zaveli Publication of picture not permitted by order of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s office. Every morning as the chapel bells ring, there is a tremendous roar of pipes in the parking lot. He whips out of his car, snakes up the walk, and leaps into his chapel scat. This reflects his somewhat friendly personality, which has become known to all members of his class. Ever since Blade entered Blake in the first grade, he has become one of the best-liked and most respected members of his class. Because of this respect, the class voted him the East Podunk Alumni Cup in his senior year. Although not in the top fraction of his class scholastically, Blade has always endeavored to do his best, Entered Blake September, 1947 Publications VI, Debate VI, Torch VI, Quartet V, Athletic Association II, III, IV, V, VI. “Speak softly and carry a big stick.” T. Roosevelt and can always be found with a good-looking member of the opposite sex at Blake dances. In spite of his bad marks, he is always ready to help others. He never talks much, but when he docs, you can be sure it is important. Because of his friendly personality, he has added many friends to his already long list of companions. If he graduates in June, the student body will lose one of its most outstanding members, and he’s sure to be a success wherever he goes and is sure to get ahead, we hope. Best of luck from the Class of ’59. 61 BLAKE ALUMNI BULLETIN OF 1979 VOL 31 Jun 4, 1979 NUMBER 2 To the Alumni: As you probably know, the editors of this Bulletin have tried to jnclude reports of all alumni reunions, so here is the report of the Class of '59’s, which was scheduled for 11:30 this morning at the Minneapolis Club. Unfortunately so very few members gathered, that the reunion was postponed ten years and the name changed from the twentieth reunion to the thirtieth. Below follows a summary of information gathered from the members of the class who did meet at the Club this morning. “Zorro” ALTMAN is now a professional chauffeur to a long-lost member of the Class of ’59. Rog ANDERSON was last reported to be ghost-writing for Senator Snort, on the Senator’s recent notorious trip to Mobcow. Thanks to some lessons twenty years ago, Colby ANDRUS is now a recreation director (evening division) aboard a student ship. Graf CRABB is still working on back orders for Rank and Lane. Lar “The Bearded Wonder” DA WEIS is currently doing Gillette ads for the Friday Night Fights. Lin DEARDORFF is reportedly very happy in his position as principal of New Trier High School. Tom Baby-face” ENSIGN recently made the F.B.I.’s list of Ten Most Wanted Men. Nc one has heard from Black Bart FAEGRE since he guided a fishing party into the North Woods. Faeg’s empty canoe floated past Quebec last month. John GESSNER is earning a meagre living playing the piano for a honk-tonk in San Francisco. Max GOTTLIEB recently took the presidency of the Gottlieb-Hilton-Sheraton Hotel chain. Rick HENSEL is still in the hospital after being mobbed by fans at a rock roll riot eight months ago; he’s no longer on the critical list, however. Bob “Honey-buns Holty” HOLTON is the class’ most successful con-man. He hasn't yet gained Baby-face’s fame, but is a Ten Most Wanted con-man. After an unsuccessful football season, Frankemerer KEMERER is about to lose his job as athletic director of the University of Minnesota. Lor KNOBLAUCH is in his sixth year as physics prof at Wellesley. Much to the class’ surprise, John “Knud” KNUDSON has revived the old Sky King” program. Chuck LANE is now a conductor on the ‘Midnight Run’ of some local train. Louie LEWIS is now in Switzerland on a fruitless mission to promote the sport of Wallball. Uffe MARTENSSON has the envious job of teaching Swedish movie stars English before they go to Hollywood. Mac MCCARTHY is employed as a rabble-rouser for unionizing optometrists. Nellie NELSON is being used as a prop for his brother’s magic act. Hard-boiled New NEWHALL is having trouble signing suitable wrestling opponents. Most pros are so heavy that Hard-boiled keeps breaking ribs. Jim “The Red Dwarf” RANKIN is quite a sensation in a locally-based travelling circus. Pete RATNER is hiding out from a group of gangsters hired by other members of the class to collect certain gambling debts. One of the “other members of the class” mentioned above is Jim RIDGWAY. Ridge commutes daily from his home in California to Las Vegas, where he works as a shill. Riek RIEKE is still trying to teach Night-Train the finer points of Biology. John SCHOELL is now the head-waiter at the Stork Club. Jack SHRONTS is leading the newly-reorganized Nationalsozialistische Partei, but he is in trouble: there is a definite lack of black shirts in the world today. We couldn’t get word of the reunion to Sledge SEDGWICK. It seems that the government doesn’t deliver mail to hermits’ caves. Herr Saat SEED is seen daily at the unemployment office. He hasn’t had a job since he was fired as Rick Hens’ bodyguard. Toto TEMPLETON is resting from his efforts to make the U.S. Olympic team. Pete THOMAS is currently posing for Marlboro ads. Stu WELLS is scouting for goalies for the Montreal Canadians. Our international playboy, Bob WILKIE now has a radio show; he is the DJ on the Bobby Cox show. Because of his good record, Blade ZAVELL is now the butler for Warden Rigg’s household. 62 Underclassmen Back Row: D. Platt. J. Heng, J. Ilanold. Luther, Larson. A. Anderson, NV. McLeod. Rizer, Agnew, Moor. Pinkerton. M or ken, J. Kuehn, Meech. Third Row: Priest, John Coburn, Bergcrson, Mitchell. Carlson. Druy, Steve A. Johnson, A. Burns, Mithun, Holtzcrmann, A. Hazcn, Corrigan, Jim Nelson, J. Beach. R. Donaldson. Second Row: Dearer, Simenscr., Rogers, Skramstad. Melamed. Solstad, Mr. Glenn — adviser, Randolph, Stenson. Bowen. Crane, Plimpton. Kneeling: Cornell, D. Rosenblatt. Fish, van den Berg. FIFTH FORM Shortly after school began in September, the junior class elected the following officers: Alan Bums, president; Sam Stenson, vice-president; Wayne McLeod, secretary-treasurer, jim Nelson and Jack Priest were the very able representatives to the student council, while Doug Crane, Jack Priest Jim Nelson, Doug Platt, and Ken Solstad were junior members of the Union. Jack Priest, Jim Nelson, Charlie Luther, Jack Kuehn, Doug Crane, Ken Solstad, John Hanold and Bob Donaldson were the class scholastic leaders. Although the juniors did not rate well in comparison with the other classes, they always did their best and should improve in the future. The class was well represented on the athletic field. Harry Randolph, Doug Platt, Remy Mithun, Charlie Dcavcr, Austin Anderson, Bob Morkcn, and Bob Donaldson were some of the juniors who helped gain the conference championship in football. About twelve juniors led the Blake J.V. football team to a conference championship. In the winter sports Jim Heng was the conference champion in wrestling in the 165 pound class. Steve Johnson placed third in the wrestling tourney. Juniors also were very important to the varsity hockey team. Charlie Luther, Remy Mithun, Tom Sim- enson, Doug Platt, and Jack Priest all played a considerable amount. Basketball and swimming also benefited from the efforts of junior athletes. This spring even more boys should earn letters in varsity sports. Most of the juniors participated in some extra-curricular activities. Many of the boys sang in the Glee Club. Doug Platt, Doug Crane, Jack Kuehn, John Hanold, Charlie Deaver, Walt Plimpton, and Fritz Corrigan were regular waiters. Some of the juniors also worked on the Torch this year: Jim Nelson, feature-editor; Dave Rosenblatt, business manager; Jack Kuehn and Dave Larson, assistant business managers. Wayne McLeod, Jack Priest, Stu Pinkerton, Charlie Luther, Sam Stenson, Larry Connolly, Kent Van den Berg, and Walt Plimpton wrote many articles. Dave Rosenblatt ami Wayne McLeod should also be recognized for their work on the J.S. and other class functions throughout the year. This year’s junior class wishes to thank sincerely our adviser, Mr. Glenn, for his guidance throughout the year. He worked hard to help the class scholastically and financially strong. The class also wants to thank their athletic coaches and teachers for the help that they have given us. 65 Alan Burns, President Back Row Weiscr, P. Covey, Lindsay. Gilmore. Stcffcs. Terry. Myers. Canton, Read, G. Van Dusen, Hurewitz, Clifford. Em rich, Hallman, I). Hazen. Thirh Row: Frey, Jack Seed, Arthur. Jacobs. Tom Myers. Addsheim. Barbatsis, I.undholm. Hoffman, Lifson, Forman. Wilkinson, P. Ncwhall, Goldncr, Royce, Schmidt. Second Row; Tobin, Hanson, P. Pflaum. Fine, McCaffrey. Levy. Mr. Mezzcnxa— adviser, Ecklund. Plunder, Cornelius. Richards, Plass. First Row; Cooney, Steve C. Johnson, Seidl. Davis, Tucker, Cote. Kittams, Ossanna. Absent: Wells. FOURTH FORM The class of ’61 lost three students in 1958, but last September, with the addition of Mike StefTes, Pete Weiscr, and Dave Hurewitz, the class gained three valuable replacements. These boys were easily accepted by their classmates and have proved to lx both athletic and scholastic additions to the sophomore class. The class did only fair scholastically this past year, ranking consistently in third or fourth position. Some of the boys who helped keep the class ranking where it was arc: Dave Kittams, Barry Forman, Sandy Pfun-der, Bob Frey, Mike StefTes, John Addsheim, and Ralph Read. Many members of the class participated in extracurricular activities. Those boys demonstrating their ability in debating were: Sandy Pfundcr, Barry Forman, Ron Lifson, Bill Ecklund, John Tobin, Rick Gilmore, and Charles Hoffman. A great many boys sang in Mr. Hilliard’s Glee Club, while many showed an interest in the Torch by writing numerous articles. Others showed their interest in the business end of the Torch. The class also boasted many regular waiters: Dave Kittams, Charlie Lundholm, F.ric Canton, Bob Frey, Sandy Pfundcr, Mike StefTes, Scott Cooney, plus several substitute waiters. The sophomores were not idle on the field of athletics this past year. The class contributed two players to the 1958 co-championship football team: Charlie Lundholm and Roger Royce. Many other boys contributed to the championship J.V. team. Those boys who won letters in swimming were: Jeff F.mrich, Pete Weiscr, and Steve Johnson. Dave Kittams, John Hanson, Beau Plass, and John Tobin were a definite factor in this year’s wrestling squad’s success. Jim Wilkinson earned a letter in track last season. This spring baseball and track will offer numerous openings for competent sophomores. Last spring on Tap Day it was revealed that Pres Covey would represent the class once again on the student council. This was Pres’ second year on the council and he has done a fine job. The class officers, Jack Seed, president; Dave Kittams, vice-president; and Roger Royce, secretary-treasurer; wish to join with the entire class in thanking Mr. Mezzenga for his guidance as our advisor. Thanks also go out to other masters who displayed patience and understanding in both our school and athletic endeavors. 66 Jack Seed, President Back Row: Pierson, D. Heng, Norris, Friccllund, J. Andrus, Webb. Baskin, Kdic, W id dess, K. Nelson, R. Kuchn, Seberhagen. Winston, A. McCarthy. Third Row: K. Platt. Wright. McNee, S. McLeod, Whitmore, Stevens, Pavek. Norville. Noll. R. Kemercr, Higgins, Piper, Kaplan, Ankeny. Second Row: D. Lindsay, T. Johnson, K. Donaldson. T. Anderson. Neville, W. Covey. Mr. Martin — adviser. M. Pflaum, Hardenbergh, Malkerson, Sheldon. Front Row: Josh Coburn, Richardson. Whitman. Dobson. Sukov, I). McCaffrey, D. Andrews, Morine. Absent: Gamble. Norris. THIRD FORM With our first classes this fall, there were six new faces added to the third form. They were: Chalmers Hardenberg, Mike Richardson, Rick Sukov, Steve McLeod, Lance Seberhagen, and Tod Johnson. It wasn’t long, however, before these six “new faces” became an accepted and well-liked part of the freshman class. The freshman class started off the scholastic year very well when it received the plaque for its outstanding record in the first month. The class kept up its fine record throughout the year. Those who helped to maintain such a high record were: John Edic, Dave McCaffrey, Tod Johnson, Mike Pflaum, John Baskin, Harry Piper, and Craig Norville. Piper and Norville were consistently not only at the top of the class but also at the top of the school. The athletic record this year has been very good. The football team ended the year with a 7 and 0 record with their upset over Edina probably being their outstanding game. Some of the outstanding players who will probably Ik- Chub’s prime subjects next fall on J.V. were: Mike Pflaum, Lannic Norris, Dick McNee, Lance Seberhagen, Steve McLeod, John Edie, and Craig Norville. If it were not for sicknesses the basketball team probably would have had a perfect season. They ended the season with a 9 and 4 record, and they show good prospects for a future varsity team. The hockey team split with each team it played. The starting players were: John Sheldon, Keith Donaldson, and Jim Higgins at the line and Ben Wright and Bill Ankeny at defense, with Jay Kaplin in the goal. This spring the class is split up between baseball, tennis, and track, but there arc hopes for more successful seasons. Recognition should be given to Bill Stevens and Andy McCarthy who both received varsity letters. The freshman class had varied interests in extra-curricular activities. There were a number of boys in the Glee Club and a few wrote for the Torch while some had the job of waiting and others spent their time debating. A few- days after school started Mr. Martin, our class advisor, organized a class meeting at which time class officers were elected: Ken Platt, president; Harry Piper, vice-president; and Mike Pflaum, secretary-treasurer. Everyone would like to thank Mr. Martin for the job he has done in guiding the class throughout the year. His unusual amount of interest in the class can be typified by the many periods he gave up to have individual conferences with the students concerning colleges and other personal matters. Thanks should go also to each of the other masters who contributed much of their outside time to the freshmen both scholastically and athletically. 67 Ken Platt, President Back Rows S. Bowen, Phillippi. Whitten. Karali . M. Burns. Wood. Recti. Quest, Albrecht, Andrews. J. Wilkie, Baker. Nash, I.cwin, Clifford, Moos. Third Row; X. Beach, McCormick, R. Johnson, Flinch, M. Thomas. J. Brooks. Morrison. Dayton, Lowry, Harris, Hamilton. Lindahl, Rider, Berman. Hearts, Hickok. Second Row: Brown, C. Brooks, Behrends, Hawkinson, Bean, Miller, Mr. Wiggington— class adviser, Lawson. T. Skrarnstad, A. Van Duscn. Roberts, Ritchie. Abv. Front Row: Marking. Karatz, Arnold. D. Melamed, Lack, Bunch, B. Harold, D. Ossanna, Jimmcrson, Fowler. SECOND FORM Four new boys greeted the class of ’63 as they burst into school last September. They are: Dick Jimmcrson, Mike Neil Hamilton, Bob Johnson, and Stephen Evarts. Muggs Thomas entered the second form a few months later. During the school year of ’58 and '59 the second form has ranked first, scholastically, in the senior school several times. Some of the boys who helped us win this honor by their exceptionally high averages arc: Steve Bowen, Bob Lowry, and Ed Brown. The class officers that the class of ’63 elected were: John Baker, president; Jim Wilkie, vice-president; and Bruce Bean, secretary-treasurer. year. This helped the football team to achieve a 4:1 record; the hockey team to achieve a 4:0 record; the basketball to improve greatly; and the baseball season to have a rewarding season. Some of the outstanding athletes in the class are: Jackie Morrison, John Brooks, Mark Burns, and Clark Miller, who received a varsity letter in wrestling this year. The second form wishes to extend its sinccrcst thanks to the faculty, the upperclassmen, and Mr. Wigginton, the class advisor, for all the help and friendship they have extended to us; and we only hope that in the years to come, both in Blake and out of Blake, we can extend as much guidance to younger j eople as has been extended to us. All the boys in the second form participated in some form of athletics in every athletic season of the school John Baker, President 68 GOTTLIEB’S SENIOR Favorite subject Best athlete Thinks he’s the best athlete Favorite activity Favorite recording artist Laziest Best TV program Most likely to become a member of the Beat Generation Toughest Thinks he’s toughest Sloppiest Best all-around fellow Favorite movie Favorite car Favorite actor or actress Wittiest Thinks he’s wittiest Done most for Blake Done Blake for most Best Hula-hooper First to get married First to go to the moon Smoothest Thinks he’s smoothest Grouchicst Biggest free loader Favorite pastime Most likely to succeed Most likely not to succeed Special write - in category FORM VI English Night Train Toto Fruit Cheers “Ricky” Hcnsel Knudson Maverick “Fidel Sedge Rieke Lewis Wells Lane “Lady from Philly” Frank’s Willys Gertrude Knudson Wilkie McCarthy “Carrot” Max Lane and ---- Graf Seed Bobby Holton Buffalo Bart Zorro Asking if the mail has come Kcmcrcr “Basin Beats” FORM V Alchemy Randolph Corrigan Roasting marshmallows on Bunsen burners “Alvin” Bergerson Carlson Leave it to Deaver Solstad Plimpton Rosenblatt Solstad Priest “Abbot and Costello Meet Morken” Joe’s fenderbent Pontiac Rosey as Moth Vandenberg Luther Mclcod and Priest Rogers Larson Pinkerton Kuehn Mclcod Kuehn Morken Fifth Amendment Watching Morken clean out his desk Nelson Rogers Best Manager: Kuehn 69 SCHOOL POLL FORM IV Typing Lund holm Modcth Mike Burning the Quill Sal Lifson Levy Nash Coffee commercials Ossanna Kittams Gilmore the Letterman” Wells Covey Who goes to the movie? Kaiser - Fraser Terry Myers Mouse Wilkinson Covey Hallman Pfunder Weiser Pfunder Weiser Forman Hazen Ncwhall Locker room-hockey Seed Forman Best emotion arouscr: Forman FORM III Ancient History Stevens Donaldson Driving without a license Chipmunks Sheldon Huckleberry Hound Piper MacCaffrey McCarthy Norvillc Platt “Sleeping Beauty” Black Cadillac station - wagon Fifi Baskin Widdess Edic Widdess Pavck Norvillc Rufus Friedlund McCarthy Winston Norvillc Watching Morinc try to get out of play Platt Heng Thinks he’s best driver: McCarthy FORM II Music Miller Morrison Watching Whitten fly Kate Smith George Ding Dong School Like, I mean all of us, Dad Wood Little Hanold Ritchie Baker “I Married a Teen-age Squid” Kiddy-kar Buckwheat Lack Neat Kent Baker Evarts Aby Behrends and Brooks Whitten Malt-O-Mcal Wild Bill Wilkie Dayton Quacking at Seniors Not Lowry Quack! Favorite Companion: John Rogers . . . . Compiled by Max Gottlieb and Associates . . . . The results of the poll do not necessarily express the opinions of the editors 70 Junior School m THE JUNIOR SCHOOL MR. ROBERT RUNKLE Director The opening of school in September brought several changes in the curriculum of the Junior School. First of all, in keeping with the plan that will expand the Junior School facilities to the most efficient standard, the second grade has been eliminated. Another change was the moving of the seventh grade to the Junior School, with the three sections taught by Mrs. Lund-holm, Mr. Bcttcls, and Mr. Burton. Mr. Miller also taught in the Junior School this year. One new physical change in the Junior School this year was the transformation of the library into one of the fourth grade class rooms. One of the first tasks undertaken by the homerooms was the election of class officers and Student Council representatives. The Student Council representatives who served during the 1958-1959 year were S. Ryan, W. Whitman, S. Rhem, R. Keith, T. Deans, J. De-Haven, R. Edie, R. Sidenberg, D. Edie, D. Christoph-erson, G. Stevens, N. Bennett, M. Aldrich, J. Dalrym-plc. J. Wilkie, R. West, B. Dayton, J. Bean, J. Snyder, T. Elwell, C. Malkcrson, M. Hawley, S. Otto, B. Scroggins, C. Pillsbury, S. Ray, and J. Hull. Of all the money-raising projects undertaken by the Junior School boys this year, one of the most rewarding was the UNICEF drive. UNICEF is one of the many very worthy branches of the United Nations. It is the largest single international effort to improve the health and welfare of children throughout the world. In October all the boys in the Junior School had the opportunity of taking UNICEF boxes around on Halloween for donations to the United Nations Children’s Fund. Mrs. Raymond Bergerson served as the director of the project. The boys’ harvest of almost $200 certainly showed their avid interest in the project. Two of the most important events each year arc the Junior School Carnival and the Boxing Tournament; this year was no exception. The carnival was held on March 18. As in past years, the proceeds were evenly divided among worthy organizations. This year’s money went to Retarded Children, Cerebral Palsy, Curative 73 Workshop, Minnesota Society for Gifted Children. The Boxing Tournament was very well supported this year, with many boys from all grades participating. Again, as in the past, Chub Bcttcls served as coach and referee. The boys in the Junior School took many trips and tours this year. The third and fourth grades visited the Hennepin County Historical Society building at its new quarters, 2303 Third Avenue South. While at the museum the boys saw the Indian exhibits and the exhibits dealing with pioneer days. The fourth graders paid a visit to the Stewart Lumber Company. They saw the different kinds of lumber and the sawing of wood. Early in January all the fourth graders made a bus trip to the Planitarium at the Minneapolis Public Library. Mrs. Maxwell’s third grade class exhibit concentration in reading. The annual Memorial Chapel Service was again presented by the boys of Mr. Close’s homeroom. The Memorial Service honoring Blake graduates who lost their lives in fighting for their country was presented for the parents of the boys in Mr. Close’s section, the Trustees, and other friends of Blake on May 28. The boys presented the program for the Senior School the next morning in chapel. The beautiful floral piece was again donated by the Mother’s Club. The fifth and sixth grades divided up into squads during the year to play intramural games. The boys participated in football, basketball, hockey, and baseball. During the winter season, the boys divided up into eight teams for intramural games in basketball and hockey. The boys chose Red Wings, Bob Cats, Bruins, Canadians, Tigers, Rangers, Black Hawks, and Maple Leafs as their team names. No tough bounce for N. Bennet, D. Knoblauch, and R. Oglansky! Tom Sawyer (Tom Turnquist) and Huck Finn (Richard Van Santvoord) return in triumph with the hidden treasure to show their friends — Becky (Tom Kingman) and Amy (Lock Whitney). 74 ANNUAL BOXING TOURNAMENT The sixth annual Junior School boxing tournament was held this year on March 18th. The event held the distinction of being the largest elementary tournament in the United States. The participation this year was at an all time high of one hundred boys from grades three to seven. Before the day of the tournament one hundred and twenty boys had worked out for six weeks with coach Chub Bcttcls, and the third and fourth graders sparred forty-five to fifty rounds. The tournament was judged by Ray Chisholm, former University of Minnesota boxing coach, Fran Johnson, Blake school boxing authority, and Bob Close, Grey Eagle of J.S. athletics. Chub Bcttcls served as referee. The tournament was considered a complete success, Fisher slips Harder’s jab and counters with beautiful left hook. A smashing right hook in the Driscoll-Hull slug-fest. especially since it was covered by television, radio, and the press. KSTP-TV ran a feature news program on its six o’clock and ten o’clock telecasts. After many hours of competition the winners were picked by the judges. In the third grade, Chuck Mal-kerson and Tom Cordingly tied for first place. In the fourth grade, John Heald was the winner as was Steven Williams and Douglas Cornelius in the fifth and sixth grades respectively. Phil Harder was judged best boxer in the seventh grade. Each winner received a trophy. The boxing tournament was the high-light of the year among the Junior school boys. All who participated in the event arc eagerly awaiting another chance to demonstrate their skill in the seventh annual boxing tournament to be held next year. 75 Winners display trophies: P. Harder, seventh grade; D. Cornelius, sixth grade; S. Williams, fifth grade; J. Heald, fourth grade; and C. Malkerson and T. Cordingly, third grade. Coach-referee Chub Bettels and Ray Chisholm and Mr Bethel look on. SEVENTH GRADE Back How: Mr. Bettels, Mr. Burton, P. Harder, Schoening. Field. Mair, (I. Stephens. Ginkel, Fosscen, Webb, Bertram, Ryan, DcHavcn, P. Christophcrson. Cousins, Funk. Holzer, Humphrey, Mrs. Lundholm. Second Row : W. Malkerson, Keith, A. Pii er. L. Reed. C. Johnson. R. Dawes. Snyder, T. vonKustcr, Deans. J. West, G. Anderson, Bennett. Vilctt. W. Whitman. Third Row: Aslescn. T. Baker, Markle, X. Xewhall. S Fisc. E. Ingalls. P. Marks, J. Ankeny. J. Schmidt. Mahoney, I). Docrr, B. Peterson, Rehm, Fisher. Fourth Row; K. McCarthy, H. Brooks, Davant, Wonson. Oglansky. H Baskcrville, A. Krcmcn, K Swanson. Pollock. Caswell. Absent: J. Bergerson, I). Knoblauch. 76 SIXTH GRADE Back Row: T. I.umlholm. M. Dayton, J. Bean, Hunter, M. Anderson, Daniels. Warner, Kempf, B. MacDonald. Keating, Mr. Jepson. Second Row: Mr. Close, VV. Ratner, R. Kueltn. R. Edic. H Doerr. C. Pillsbury. M. Heffclfingcr, D. Christopherson. Mitchell, Doran, Dunshcath, Third Row: I). Edic, Sidenberg. D. Deaver. Cornelius, Rees, Bagley, Ingham. Gmitro, Dunkcrlcy, M. Ossanna, Savage. First Row (front): McCann. Crane, Driscoll. .1 Hull, Leader, S. Dawes. Walling. W. Ringer. Absent: J. Bowen. K. Brown. Brackett. FIFTH GRADE Back Row: Mr. Rindal. Aldrich. T. Heffclfingcr. D. McCarthy. D. Evans. Bergerud, R. Erickson. Winslow, Resell. Rich, V. Weed. R. Turnquist, R. West, Mr. Betliel. Middle Row: Dalrvmjilc, T. Hull. Hitch. Hunt. Andreas. M Kremen. Otto. Woodrich. Mowry, Webber. Williams, Robb. Front Row : McFarland, Glacfke. Maegregor. B. Malkcrson, R. Brown, Pratt. N'orby. C. Ringer, Stromce. Bush. FOURTH GRADE Back Row: M. Marks, T. Turnquist, Plant. P. vonKustcr. J. Ringer, D. Fcidt, P. McCarthy, ScrogRins, I.aBounta, B. Dayton. Ray, Van Santvoord. Second Row: Benson, S. Harder, Whitney, Smiley.S. Anderson, Miss Masters. Mrs. Ogren, G. Pillsbury, Atkinson, Heald. Witcher, Haskell. Third Row: Neils, T. Connolly, Kingman, Stewart. Hawley. Walker. Chute, W. Stephens, C. Thompson. Absent: T. Ingalls. Hammerel. THIRD GRADE Back Row: Bellows, Mullen, Nelson, J. Feidt, Elwell, S. Ringer. Middle Row: Moore. R. Faegrc. D. Strong, Cordingley. L. MacDonald, Strong. Whiteley. Front Row: L. Baskerville, D. Else, Hollinbcck, C. Malkcrson. Carlson, M. Reed. Absent: Mrs. Thomas Maxwell — teacher, R. Weed. 78 ca o'Dan SS v S' Organizations Left to right: Mr. Cleveland. Pres Covey. Jim Rankin, Jim Seed, Jim Nelson, Mike McCarthy, Jack Priest, and John Edie. STUDENT COUNCIL REPRESENTS STUDENT BODY One of the most important ideas which the council worked on this year was that of making blazers available to those upperclassmen who wished to buy them. The blazers arc sport coats with a patch resembling the Blake emblem on the pocket. This project was hindered greatly by the fact that there arc very few companies in the United States that will make patches such as these. Therefore, the blazers were not made available until the spring term, but the council hopes that in the future the idea will gain popularity and the blazers will become a standard symbol of Blake. The council also assumed two new responsibilities this year. The first is that of checking cars for the required sticker. It was decided that each council member would check the cars during the week of his chapel talk. The reason for this new system is that the matter concerns primarily the students and therefore should be controlled by the council. The second job is that of posting the minutes of every meeting on the trophy room bulletin board. The council hoped that through this practice its actions would be more widely known and understood. Also, it would encourage students to make suggestions to council members about all aspects of the school. ..... This year an effort was made to bring the student councils of the M1SL into contact with each other and to promote better public relations for the league as a whole. The idea was started by Minnehaha, who decided to have a student government day. They pre- sented the idea to the other councils in the league in hopes that there could be an all-MISL Student Government Day. Most of the other schools were very interested in the idea and arranged a meeting of council heads in the beginning of the winter term. Our council decided that there was not enough time to prepare a sufficiently interesting program for the designated day. However, a later meeting of council presidents resulted in the formation of an MISL Publicity Committee. The purpose of this committee is to promote better publicity for the league, especially in athletics. It consists of one junior and a photographer from each school; this junior is responsible for reporting all scores to the newspapers. The committee started to operate in the spring term after meeting with some of the newspapermen of the Twin Cities. Aside from these projects the council directed its energies toward its annual duties, such as supervising the three main dances, taking charge of Homecoming Week, directing chapel every Monday morning, and serving as a sounding board for any of the students’ problems and ideas. The council was led by Head Boy Mike McCarthy and seniors Jim Seed, member-at-large, and Jim Rankin, the class representative. The two junior members were Jack Priest and Jim Nelson; the represetatives from the sophomore and freshman classes were Pres Covey, the secretary of the council, and John Edie. 81 CUM LAUDE SECURES SIX NEW MEMBERS Blake School, along with over one hundred fifty other schools, holds membership in the National Cum Laude Society. The honorary society is fifty-three years old, and Blake has nominated candidates since 1927. Twenty per cent of the senior class may be nominated for this honorary society. The requirements arc high scholarship,and character. As the. society was founded for the purpose of rewarding students of high scholas- tic ability, it corresponds somewhat to Phi Beta Kappa in college. The six new members initiated at the annual Cum Laude dinner were Bob Holton, Mike McCarthy, Jim Rankin, Bob Templeton, Pete Thomas, and Stu Wells. These boys have also prominently displayed their skills in sports and extra-curricular activities. Congratulations to these six fine students! Left to Right: Holton, Rankin. Templeton, Thomas, M. McCarthy. S. Wells. 82 Standing: Solstad, Ensign, Lane, Jim Seed, Holton, Mr. H. l.undholm — adviser, Lewis, Hcnscl, F. Kcmcrcr. Seated: Facgrc, M. McCarthy, Crane, D. Platt, Rankin, Priest. Jim Nelson. Martcnsson. Sedgwick. UNION EMPHASIZES PUBLIC SPEAKING The Blake Union has existed for the past forty-four years as a non-secret student organization to promote public speaking and discuss school problems under parliamentary procedure. On alternate Thursdays of each month, the junior and senior members meet for dinner at 5:30. After dinner the members adjourn to the library where the president and secretary preside over the meeting. As the opportunity to improve one’s public speaking is a primary objective of the Union, ample time is afforded each member to express his opinion regarding school interests. In addition there arc three speeches each evening. There is a prepared speaker from among the members, a guest speaker, and an extemporaneous speaker. The faculty members who spoke as guest speakers were particularly interesting as they all demonstrated a special knowledge in matters of special interest to themselves. The extemporaneous speeches deal with current world problems and suggestions for school improvement. At the end of the spring term, the two most important meetings were held. On April 23 the senior mcm- bors read papers concerning general school policies and offering constructive criticism. For the first year, interested members of the senior class were invited to attend. On May 7 the annual Father and Son banquet was held. Officers during the past year were: President Vice-president Secretary Treasurer Recording Secretary Bob Holton Steve Lewis Jack Priest Ken Solstad Jim Seed Pete Hcnscl Jim Nelson Doug Crane John Sedgwick Chuck Facgrc Mr. Harold Lundholm served as faculty adviser to the Union, a position most valuable to the Union for establishing and maintaining successful relations with the faculty and other members of the school administration. As a faculty member he passed on just and helpful criticisms of the student hotly, while also passing on reciprocal criticisms from the Union. Mr. Lund-holm’s tact and thoughtfulness were invaluable, and the Union expresses its gratitude to him for his assistance during the past year. 83 DEBATERS PARTICIPATE IN 119 CONTESTS In 1958 - 59 the Blake debating squad did more debating than in any previous year. Altogether, twenty-one boys participated in one hundred and nineteen debates, winnig sixty-four of them. Several teams entered eleven major tournaments and fourteen dual meets. The topic this year was: “Resolved that the United States should adapt the essential features of the Soviet system of education.” This question covered a broad and varied list of topics depending on how one defined an essential feature. The first team did not remain a set combination, but combinations varied, employing seniors Colebert Andrus, Frank Kcmcrcr and Steve Altman; juniors Kent Vandenberg and Ken Solstad, and sophomore Barry Forman. These boys amassed a record of thirty-five wins out of a possible fifty-one. The tournament season opened at St. Louis Park High School on November 5th, where the debaters came out even, winning and losing three. The next Saturday found them at Haralinc University. Here they improved, winning four out of six. Two weeks later they journeyed to Macalester College. In the tournament there the affirmative was undefeated, but the negative dropped all three. The fifth tournament of the new year proved to be the low point of the season when neither team won a debate. On the 17th of January the team traveled to Princeton, Minnesota. Quite recuperated from their previous experience, they captured four out of six debates. The next week the score was reversed at a tournament at Duluth Dcnfcld, Duluth, Minnesota. On January 31st the boys entered a ten-round tournament at St. Olaf College and won six. The final debate of the year was held at Ossco on February 20th. Here in the opening rounds of the National Forensic League tournament the negative came out undefeated, and the affirmative lost three debates. In the annual Strieker Cup debate on February 17th the negative of Ken Solstad and Steve Altman was awarded the Strieker Cup for superior debating and Colebert Andrus won the Strieker Cup as the best debater. Malcolm Pfundcr won the John Edie Cup for rhr mast imoroved debater of the year. The second two teams were also active, winning twenty out of thirty-eight debates, and placing second in a tournament at Gustavus Adolphus College. These teams consisted of John Hanold, Malcolm Pfundcr, John Tobin, Ronald Lifson, Rick Gilmore, Charles Hoffman and Bill Ecklund. The freshmen improved greatly and gained experience for future years by winning nine out of twenty debates. These teams consisted of Ken Platt, John Baskin, Truman Anderson, Robert Webb, Craig Norvillc, Todd Johnson, Mac Campbell, and Don Heng. The squad wishes to express its thanks to Mr. Edie for the time he has spent in organizing and coaching, and to Mr. Fisher for his work with the freshmen. Standing: Pfundcr, Norvillc, Campbell, K. Platt, Baskin, Webb, Gilmore, T, Anderson, T. Johnson, Forman, Tobin, Hoffman. Seated: Lifson, van den Berg, C. Andrus, Mr. Edie — coach, F. Kcmcrcr, Solstad, J. Hanold. 84 Standwg: E. Crabb, M. McCarthy, Knudson, B. Wilkie, W. McLeod, Luther, Rieke, Faesre. Plimpton, John Nelson, Holton, Hanson. Seated (on trunk) : I.anc. Randolph. Gottlieb. Gessncr. Suzanne Hayes. Dee Campbell, Nancy Knoblauch. Martha Albrecht, Nan MottCtt. Seated: D. Platt, D. Newhall, Jim Nelson, Pinkerton, SolsUd. D. Rosenblatt, Dawes. Mr. Howarth. DRAMATICS PRESENTS THREE ONE-ACT PLAYS This year the Dramatics Association presented “An evening of One-Act Plays.” On December 12th the cast put on their performance, which was held for the first time in the auditorium of the Prudential Life Insurance building. The entire production was very successful. Much credit for this success was due to the fine directing and the patient effort of Mr. Howarth. The cast worked hard at perfecting their parts, and the stage crew and the business manager did their jobs conscientiously. Thanks also go to Northrop for contributing the girls for the feminine parts. The presentation differed greatly from those of past years in that there were three short one-act plays in place of the traditional full-length play. This change proved to be very successful. More boys were able to participate in the plays. They were able to concentrate on their parts much more than they would have if they had had to cope with the larger parts of a full-length p% ic first play was Minor Miracle” by Verne Powers. It is the story of four sailors, the only survivors from their sunken ship, who have been adrift at sea on a life raft for sixteen days. There arc many moments of high 85 emotion and of clashing personalities that occur among the four men. The sailors were Eric Canton as McClane, the cynic; Mike McCarthy as Hale, the kid; Walt Plimpton as Laslow, the burly one; and Bob Wilkie as Jordan, the level-headed one. All four did an impressive job of acting. The second play was a comedy entitled The Devil and Daniel Webster” by Stephen Vincent Benet. This play is the story of a poor New England farmer named Jabez Stone, who sold his soul to the devil. The devil gave Jabez wealth and happiness, but in ten years Jabez was to repay the devil by giving him his soul. When the devil comes to collect, Jabez refuses to pay. He gets Daniel Webster as his lawyer and there is a trial. The major characters in this play were Wayne Mc- Chuck Faegre discusses a scene with Nancy Knoblauch. Bob Holton goes over lines with Nan Moftet. Lcod as the devil, Ken Solstad as Daniel Webster, Chuck Faegre as Jabez Stone, and Nancy Knoblauch as Mrs. Stone. Stew Pinkerton was Judge Hawthorne and Jim Nelson was the court clerk. Jury members were Larry Connolly, Alan Gottlieb, John Gcssncr, John Knudson, and Dave Rosenblatt. Martha Albrecht, Dec Campbell, Suzanne Hayes, John Hanson, Doug Platt, Harry Randolph, and also Stew Pinkerton and Jim Nelson portrayed townspeople. The drugstore scene from “Our Town by Thornton Wilder was the third play. “Our Town” is the story of a boy, George Gibbs, and a girl, Emily Webb, who grow up together and fall in love. In the drugstore scene from this play were Bob Holton as George, Nan Moflfct as Emily, and Charlie Luther as Mr. Morgan. The stage crew for these three plays consisted of Larry Dawes, Lory Knoblauch, Chuck Lane, John Nelson, Dave Newhall, and Pete Rickc. The business manager was Earl Crabb. The one-act plays proved to be more entertaining and well-acted than plays of the past. Mr. Howarth and the entire cast is to be congratulated for the innovation. Mr. Howarth gives instructions to stagehands: D. Newhall, Rieke, Lane, and John Nelson. 86 Back Row: M. McCarthy, Shronts, W. McLeod. Schocll. Templeton. R. Anderson, Pinkerton, Bergerson, J. Kuehn, I. Hanold, Fricdlund, Van Dusen, Luther, Priest Middle Row; Cornelius, D. Platt. Corrigan. Connolly. Mitchell. Crane. P. Covey, Melamed, Whitmore, Arthur, Holton. Plimpton, Randolph, Lundholm. Front Row: Whitten. Fish, Goldncr, Gottlieb, Andrews. D. McCaffrey, D. Newhall. Hanson, Tobin, Seidl, Plass, Malkerson, Mr. Hilliard — director. GLEE CLUB PARTICIPATES IN JOINT CONCERT This year the Blake Glee Club had a very successful season. After working on several songs during the fall term, the Glee Club participated in the joint M.I.S.L. Festival of Music on December 7, 1958. Blake started the concert by singing “Fratres in Unum by Fitzgerald. Other songs sung by the Glee Club were “A Canticle of Peace” by Clokcy and “The Creation by Ricchtev. At the end of the concert all of the schools in the conference joined together to sing Laudamus by Protherve. This song was conducted by Mr. H. P. Opel of Minnehaha Academy. During the winter term the Glee Club worked on “The Last Words of David,” a Bible passage from II Samuel XXII 3.4, set to music by Randall Thompson, “Bonnie Eloisc” by John Rogers Thompson, and “Drill Ye Tarries Drill by Gladys Pitcher. According to tradition the Glee Club sang at Vespers on May 31, 1959. “The Last Words of David,” being appropriate for the time, was sung. In September, officers were elected. Mike McCarthy was elected president; Larry Connolly, vice-president, and Al Gottlieb and Dave Newhall, librarians. Thanks go to Andy McCarthy, who took attendance, and Walt Plimpton and Doug Platt, who were the piano movers. Special gratitude must go to Mr. Hilliard, who in his second year as director, has developed the Glee Club into one of the finest Glee Clubs in Blake history. 87 PUBLICATIONS PRESENT TORCH AND CALL ’O PAN The Call O’ Pan appears only once yearly at Blake. Very seldom does anyone hear of any progress on the book. Occasionally word leaks out to the seniors about actual progress, and this information usually deals only with the seniors as they arc the most important individuals featured. A semi-secret cliche does all the master-minding in preparing the book. A yearbook meeting is usually carried on from eight to twelve o’clock Saturday nights. The reason for the late hours is that a certain atmosphere must be present for ideal working conditions — that atmosphere of hopelessness, procrastination, and utter exhaustion. Senior biographies arc the first matter of business. They arc written by the seniors in November, finally corrected, re-corrected, and rc-rc-corrccted in February, and pasted up in March. First, in November, the articles must be sorted into the three appropriate categories: ncarly-readablc, disgusting, and horrible. After an hour or so of concentration in segregated rooms, the seniors bring the corrected articles to a center room to be read and discussed. Therefore, inadvertently, the evening’s entertainment has already begun. After several dramatic readings, Colcbert Andrus presents tricks he learned in Europe, and John Sedgwick discusses the difference bewteen basketball and hockey. At this point, only Mrs. Lewis is actually working on the yearbook. She is working faithfully at typing while her co-editor son, Steve, watches television. Frank Kemcrcr, the other co-editor, is measuring the height of the chandelier in preparation for some kind of athletic achievement. He said something about never making the yearbook deadline. Max Gottlieb has censored, and reccnsorcd his poll. Jim Ridgway is absent — he’s taking nighttime pictures of the biology lab chipmunk in action. The Torch Board also works on Saturdays, but their activities never interfere with those of the determined yearbook staff. Jim Seed holds the title of Editor-in-Chief of the Torch. Throughout the year, he has done a fine job of editing the school paper. Mike McCarthy, Jim Rankin, Bobby Holton, and Jim Nelson arc the other editors of this year’s Torch. Peter Ratner, Circulation and Publicity Manager, and Dave Rosenblatt, Business Manager, arc necessarily concerned with both the paper and yearbook as they have to find the money to finance the publications. In addition, they act as rabble-rousers during the magazine drive and junior class ad drive. Dave Rosenblatt is ably assisted by Dave Larson and Jack Kuehn, Assistant Business Managers. Mr. S. K. Pollock is the publications adviser. His advice is valuable to all the editors — especially regarding what to print and what not to print. He keeps up on the recent trends and new ideas in publications and passes on useful hints for improving publications. Everyone works hard on publications, and what is equally important — everyone has fun doing it. Standing: Holton, Jim Nelson, Ridgway, M. McCarthy, Larson, Sedgwick, Ratner, Andrus, J. Kuehn, Rankin. Seated: D. Rosenblatt, Jim Seed, Mr. Pollock — adviser, F. Kemerer, Lewis. 88 Back Row: Davis, Richards, Stevens, Holt .crmann. J. Kuchn, Steffes, Edie, Deaver, Canton, J. Hanold, Templeton. Frey. Plunder. Plans, Kittams. Front Row: F. Kemcrer, D. Ncwhall, Plimpton, D. Platt, Scnoell, Mrs. Hclfrid Johnson, Lane, Norvillc, Lundholm, Arthur. WAITING, A FINE, OLD TRADITION When the bell signals the beginning of the fifth and sixth periods, most boys rush to the dining room for lunch. But to a small group of boys, these bells mean more than the time to begin eating. For at that time the extra-curricular activity of waiting begins. Boys who regularly wait on tables receive their meals free. However, if a boy misses several days because of illness or an honor card, he must pay for his replacement. Waiters arc chosen from a long list of boys who apply and then serve as substitute waiters. Many waiters are eager to wait for the many class and banquet dinners during the year, for if they arc selected for this duty they not only receive pay but also share in the lavish dinners. Both first and second lunches have a hcadwaitcr. Head-waiters arc chosen on merit and receive pay as well as free meals. This year the headwaiters arc Charles Lane, first lunch, and John Schocll, second lunch. Both boys have been waiters during their last four years at Blake. The following is a resume of a typical day of waiting during 1959. At the beginning of the fifth period Chuck Lane quietly searches the Senior room for a tic, finds Ncw-hall’s (a second lunch waiter), and disappears down- stairs. By this time most of the first lunch waiters are in the dining room going about their usual duties. Meanwhile, most second lunch waiters arc quietly studying in the study hall or, for the Seniors, in the Senior room. The only interruption occurs as Charlie Lane knocks on the Senior room door as he proceeds with coffee for the few Faculty members in the Faculty room. This action gives either Dave Ncwhall or Frank Kemcrer the opportunity of opening the door and finding no one. As first lunch nears a close, the second lunch waiters begin eating except for Dave Ncwhall, who is searching for a tic. First lunch waiters also cat during this period, while entertainment is provided by “Gorging John Hanold, Tiger Kittams and Crafty” Walt Plimpton. At this time Mrs. Fcrcira heads for the direction of the confusion, shudders, and leaves. Then the bell signals the beginning of second lunch and waiting begins again. Both lunches proceed in regularity disturbed only by the falling trays and subsequent breaking dishes of several frenzied waiters. Every year the popularity of this fine, old tradition is exhibited by the long list of boys who have applied to be waiters. But waiting is more than an extra-curricular activity. It is a symbol of Blake School. 89 B CLUB SUPPORTS SCHOOL SPIRIT In its fourth year, the Blake “B” Club has grown to approximately seventy members. The main purpose of the “B” Club is to keep the spirit of Blake alive. The credit for great leadership to accomplish this purpose should go to Mr. Chub Bettcls, who was again unanimously elected faculty adviser for the 1958-1959 year. This year’s officers are Chuck Lane, president; Jack Priest, vice-president; John Gessner, secretary, and Larry Connolly, treasurer. Standing (back rows, left to right): John Nelson, Plimpton, F. Kcmcrcr, Ricke, Gottlieb. Lewis, Heng, Mithun, Schoell, Melamed, Sedgwick. Rankin, D. Rosenblatt, Agnew, Luther, B. Wilkie, D. Ncwhall, A. McCarthy, Royce, Goldncr, Miller. Seated (left section): Chub Bettcls — adviser. Holton, Weiser, Lane, Steve A. Johnson, llenscl, Bowen, Donaldson, Faegre, Simensen. Corrigan, Dcardorff. Seated (center section): R. Anderson, Norville, Ratner, Jim Seed, Hanold, Gessner. Dawes, Rizer, Jim Nelson, Wilkinson, Gilmore, Steve C. Johnson, Mitchell, J. Kuehn. Stevens, Widdess, A. Burns. Ridgway, Stenson, Priest. Seated (right section) : Hanson, Ensign, Randolph, M. McCarthy, E. Crabb, A. Anderson, Thomas, Shronts, D. Platt, J. Beech, Dcaver, Morken, Holtzerman, Templeton, Lundholni, Knoblauch, C. Andrus, S. Wells, J . Hazen, Kittams. 90 Standing: Hanpld Pinkerton. Seated: Jim Seed, Mr. Butler — adviser, M. McCarthy. SECOND HAND BOOK STORE IN ITS FIFTEENTH YEAR Visitors to Blake may be somewhat puzzled by the door in one corner of the trophy room which reads “Second Hand Book Store.” However, this marks the office of an extra-curricular activity which has the distinction of being the only money-making activity in Blake. Since 1944 it has served both as a place for students to sell their books at the end of each year and also as a source of second hand books throughout the year. Although the board of directors consists of only four students and one faculty member, stock is held by a great many undergraduates, who receive dividends each year and a return of ten percent on their investment when they sell it back to the store at the end of their senior year. The officers are elected by the stockholders, who may hold no more than ten shares apiece; for each share that they own, they arc entitled to one vote. The officers serve for two years; the juniors who arc the vice-president and the secretary become the president and the treasurer respectively in their senior year. The juniors who were elected a year ago arc John Hanold, vice- president, and Stew Pinkerton, secretary. Next year they will replace Mike McCarthy, president, and Jim Seed, treasurer. The faculty advisor on the board is Mr. Butler. Every spring two sophomores are elected to the board to start their terms the following fall. The duties of the officers consist mainly of buying and selling books and of sending out bills. The treasurer, who has the largest job, must be responsible for all the store’s money and must also submit a report on the store’s financial status to the stockholders at the end of every year. The proceeds erf the store are divided mostly among the stockholders in the form of dividends and interest. Aside from the amount used in this way, twenty percent of the income is allotted to the officers. Also, a small amount must be set aside for stationery, which must be bought in sizeable amounts about every five years. Besides providing an opportunity for boys to make money, the Second Hand Book Store gives those who participate, especially the officers, a sample of the methods of a corporation. Therefore, it has proven to be a very interesting and beneficial activity. 91 ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION PROMOTES SCHOOL SPIRIT IN ATHLETICS The Athletic Association is the largest organization at Blake because every student is a member and pays a fifteen dollar fee. The main function of the association is to maintain an effective athletic program within the budget limits. Unlike past years, the budget was not passed in Chapel but examined and discussed by the coaches, captains, and managers of the various varsity sports. This athletic advisory board, along with the Headmaster and the Director of Athletics, set up the budget required to finance new uniforms, maintenance of equipment, transportation to and from athletic contests, and officials’ fees. In addition the association assists Mr. Parks in supervising the Brown and White contests, and the sports banquets. Officers of the advisory board arc elected each spring. The officers for 1958-59 were Chuck Lane, president; Larry Connolly, vice-president; and John Gessncr, secretary. Mr. Parks serves as treasurer. Mr. F. Lundholm is to be commended for his continuously efficient work again this year in the athletic store. At the end of the school year, the Athletic Association awards each senior a trophy letter, displaying the varsity sports and each senior’s years in each sport. This final award is received with deep appreciation by the seniors, demonstrating once again how the Athletic Association instills in each boy a genuine school spirit” in athletics. Lett TO right: Charles Lane. Larry Connolly, Mr. Parks — Athletic Director, and John Gessncr. 92 ca otoan Sports Back Row: Mr. Glenn — coach. Mr. Wonson — coach. F. Kcmcrcr — manager. Larson — assistant manager. Third Row: A. Anderson. Royce, Stcnson, Dcaver, I.undholm, Stevens. R. Donaldson. Second Row: Randolph. D. Platt. Sedgwick. Morken. Mithun, B. Wilkie. Ensign. Front Row: Faegre, Shaw, Rankin — co-captain. Lane — co-captain. Rieke, John Nelson. Deardorff. Absent: Gessner. BLAKE SECURES M.I.S.L. CO-CHAMPIONSHIP Blake’s football team finished the 1958 football season with a record of seven wins, no losses, and one tic. Thus the 1958 team finished in a tie for the M.I.S.L. championship, outscoring its opponents 241 to 21, and outgaining all foes 2,123 yards to 356 yards. When pre-season practice started, coaches Glenn and Wonson welcomed only ten returning lettcrmcn. It was apparent that there was a lot of rebuilding to be done. During the two weeks preceding school, the team began to develop, and by the time the season started, it was as if all twenty-two boys were one. All accomplishments made by this year’s team were made through the hard work anil desire of all, for this was a team with few individual stars. Finer co-captains than Jim Rankin and Charles Lane arc not to be found. Whenever anyone had a problem or a question, Chuck or Jim was always available to help him out. 95 The offensive line this year was comprised of Tom Ensign and Remy Mithun at ends, Lin Deardorff and Peter Rieke at tackles, Chuck Faegre and Doug Platt at guards, and John Nelson at center. The back field consisted of Charlie Lane at quarterback, Jim Rankin at left halfback, Whitcy Shaw at fullback, and either Harry Randolph or John Gessner at right halfback. Changes on defense were Roger Roycc at guard, Billy Stevens or Bob Wilkie at defensive end, and John Sedgwick at center-linebacker. In addition to his quarter-backing, Charlie Lane was also the kicking specialist, doing an excellent job all season long. All players saw extended action in the games, and each week there was competition for starting berths. T his year’s squat! of twenty-two men was the smallest in the league numerically, yet it tied for the championship. The reason ? The excellent coaching of Mr. Glenn and Mr. Wonson. Year after year these men do a job that takes second place to none. This year was no exception as they took a group of young, green talent and molded them into a close-knit unit which performed like seasoned veterans. A good deal of credit for this year’s successful record must go to the men behind the scenes. Our athletic director, Mr. Parks, was responsible for scheduling the games, providing transportation for the team, and arranging the pre-game meals. Each week a scouting report was provided on the next opponent that was so complete that it looked as if the opposing coach had wriacn it himself. Our two scouts were Chub Betties and John Egcrmaycr. It was due mainly to these reports that Blake was ready for any play which the opposition ran. Last but not least, the team wishes to express its thanks to its managers: Frank Kcmcrcr, Jim Seed, Jim Nelson, Dave Larson and Larry Dawes. Thanks to their foresight and preparedness, equipment was always either on the field or readily available. Equipment repairs were handled in a swift efficient fashion. The annual football banquet was held at the close of the season. Harry Randolph and Doug Platt were elected co-captains for next year. Jim Rankin was awarded the Williams trophy and John Nelson, the Glenn-Won-son trophy. Six Blake players were also awarded positions on the All-conference team: Chuck Faegre at both offensive and defensive left guard, Chuck Lane at defensive halfback, John Sedgwick at center linebacker, Jim Rankin at offensive halfback, Peter Rieke at defensive tackle, and John Nelson at offensive center. 96 BLAKE 18 ... . WASECA 0 Blake traveled to Waseca to open the ’58 season. Except for three lost fumbles Blake would have won more convincingly. The defense kept Waseca from scoring by limiting them to 58 yards rushing. BLAKE 32 ... . PACELLI 0 Playing under the lights at Pacelli it was Blake’s defense which held Pacelli in check. The Hilltoppcr defense held the Austin offense to a—4 yards rushing and intercepted four passes. BLAKE 33 . . . ELK RIVER 0 For the third straight week Blake traveled away from home to play a non-conference game, this week at Elk River, Minnesota. A fired-up Blake team took the opening kickoff and marched down field for a touchdown. This quick score inspired Blake, and from then on they were in complete control of the game. BLAKE 38..........................BRECK 0 In its conference opener Blake outclassed a weak but game Brcck team. Blake scored 26 points in the first half to put the game out of Breck’s reach. BLAKE 32 . . . SHATTUCK 7 Blake traveled to Faribault to play arch-rival Shat-tuck. Blake’s offense smothered Shattuck as the Hill-toppers gained 395 yards rushing. Halfback Jim Rankin gained 269 yards from scrimmage and scored 3 touchdowns. BLAKE 20 . . CONCORIDA 7 In Concordia Blake met its toughest foe of the season to date. The Concordia defense bottled up Blake’s offensive threat, Jim Rankin. However, determined line blocking and the running of Charlie Lane, who scored two touchdowns, won the game for Blake. 97 BLAKE 61 . . . MINNEHAHA 0 A Minnehaha homecoming crowd at Hamline Field watched Blake run wild over the Indians. The Hilltop-pers scored two touchdowns in every period except the third when they scored three. BLAKE 7 . ST. PAUL ACADEMY 7 The winner of Blake’s homecoming game would be crowned conference champion. Blake took the opening kick-off and marched for a touchdown. SPA came right back to score on a 95 yard kick-off return. For the final three quarters the teams battled it out evenly. This was Blake’s best showing of the year as fierce determination overcame SPA’s weight advantage. 98 Left to right: Coach Chief Wonson, co-captains Jim Rankin and Chuck Lane, and Coach Bill Glenn. 99 COACHES COMMENTS Chuck Lane — All-confcrcncc defensive halfback; an All-quarterback in all respects. Jim Rankin — An explosive back who could go all the way; high scorer in the league. Austin Anderson —An end with definite possibilities for 1959. Chuck Deavcr — A fine pass receiver; his work on fundamentals should pay off next year. Lin Dcardorff — The workhorse of the 1958 line on both offense and defense at left tackle. Bob Donaldson — A reserve quarterback who made marked progress on defense. Tom F.nsign — He put out 100 per cent throughout the entire season at offensive end and defensive halfback. Chuck Faegre—All-conference guard both ways; he opened up 13L. John Gessner — An outstanding offensive halfback who was handicapped by injuries all year. Chuck Lundholm — In practice and briefly in games he showed real possibilities at quarterback. Ray Mithun — At end on both offense and defense he was constantly outstanding. Bob Morken — A reserve tackle who has not yet realized his potential. 100 101 John Nelson — All-confcrcncc center on the offensive unit; timed the attack beautifully. Doug Platt — A good blocker at offensive guard; a fine co-captain for 1959. Harry Randolph — A superb tackle, a hard runner, an inspiring leader; co-captain for 1959. Pete Rickc — Against SPA an all-Blake defensive tackle. Rog Royce — A good defensive guard on whom the team is counting fer two-way service next season. John Sedgwick — The bulwark of the defensive secondary against running plays. Whitcy Shaw —A 135-pound fullback and defensive end whose desire was tops. Sam Stenson — At reserve guard he has learned the fundamentals; the team expects much from him in 1959. Bill Stevens—He filled the defensive left end position capably. Bob Wilkie — Until he was hurt, a regular end on defense; a fine guard on offense. Frank Kcmcrcr — A superb manager; the best in a long line of excellent managers. Back Row: Mr. Bcttcls — coach, Mr. Miller — coach, Jack Seed, Widdess. K. Donaldson, Frey, Burns — manager, Carlson — manager, Schmidt. Fish. Third Row: P. Pflaum, Goldner. P. New hall, Wilkinson, K. Platt, I). Hazen. Weiser, Lindsay. Second Row: Simensen, Arthur, J. Heng, Corrigan, Terry Myers, Plass, Steffes, W. McLeod, John Coburn. Front Row: Rizer, Rosenblatt, A. Hazen, J. Beach, Steve A. Johnson, Templeton, Solstad, Mitchell. Absent: Meech J. V. WINS CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP The J.V. football team was successful this year for two reasons. The first was the team’s desire and the second was the coaching of Chub Bcttcls and Bill Miller. After a slow start the team steadily improved throughout the season and reached its ultimate peak when it defeated S.P.A. in the last game of the year for the conference championship. On August 13th it was expected that this would be just in average J.V. team. It was quite apparent that both players and coaches had a great deal of work to do. The first few weeks of practice were spent in going through extensive physical drills to get in condition. After the pre-season scrimmages with other schools it was still expected that the J.V. would have just an average team. During the third week of practice, the tricaptains were selected: Joe Beech, Steve Johnson, and Charlie Meech. These three captains did much to improve team spirit — not only by their pep talks but also by the fact that they fought right down to the last minute of every game whether the team was winning or 103 The J.V.’s journeyed to Cretin for their first game. Several fumbles prevented the team from scoring and the game ended up in a scoreless tic. A bright spot of this game was the determined play of the defensive line. The next week Bcnildc played host to the Junior Bears. This game, along with the S.P.A. game was considered a “revenge” game. The defensive play was very good but two mechanical errors lead to two touchdowns for Bcnildc. This proved to be enough as Blake was able to score only once. The following w eek was one of the roughest that any J.V. at Blake had ever experienced. It paid off, though, because the team was in top physical and mental condition for Brcck. They demonstrated this by severely trouncing an inexperienced Brcck by the score of 48-0 with the first three plays going for touchdowns. In their first home game, the J.V. happily smothered Shattuck 61-0. In this game Jim Wilkinson’s end sweeps were highly successful as in the game before. All but one touchdown was scored on this play and other end sweeps. Even though Blake’s blocking was very bad in the Concordia game, the team won 41-0. End sweeps were also highly successful in this game. In the next game, Blake played against a rough Minnehaha team. The J.V. had to fight hard for an 18-0 win. Now- the stage was set for the S.P.A. game. Blake went into this game with a 4-0 record in the M.I.S.L. They were playing a team who had tied the Benilde J.V. and who had also been undefeated in conference play. The team wanted to win this game not only for themselves but mostly for Chub Bettcls, who did such an outstanding job in getting the team up for this game. It was a closely fought battle all the way. Neither team gave any ground until the third quarter when Jim Wilkinson broke loose for a 70-yard run with Steve Johnson throwing the key block that sprung Wilk loose. Johns got up slowly but was able to pUsh over the Steve A. Johnson — tri-captain, Chub Bettels — coach, Joe Beach — tri-captain, and Charlie Meech — tri-captain. Bob Templeton breaks away from foe and heads for a touchdown. all-important extra point. Midway in the fourth quarter S.P.A. was able to score and the game then stood at 7-6. Then came the crucial play of the game. Blake turned in their finest defensive play of the year by stopping S.P.A. cold on the try for extra point. Blake then was able to stall out the clock for a 7-6 win and the conference championship. It is difficult and unfair to single out any one boy on the team as a standout, because eleven men make a football team. Because of fine team blocking, Jim Wilkinson scored fifteen touchdowns for a new J.V. record. The three captains contributed a great deal to the fire and spirit of the team. The first offensive unit, consisting of Beech, Hazen, Meech, Corrigan, Solstad, K. Platt, and Rizer in the line; and Donaldson, Wilkinson, Coburn, and Johnson in the backfield; are all to be commended for their fine work. The defensive team, consisting of Rizer, Steffes, Meech, Templeton, K. Platt, and Ncwhall in the line; and Pflaum, Goldncr, Plass, Beech, and Wilkinson in the backfield; arc also to be commended for carrying the team through many close scrapes. One of the biggest factors that contributed to the success of the team this year was the spirit and hustle contributed by Chub Bettels. Chub had the team fired up for every game, no matter if they were playing Brcck or S.P.A. He kept the boys hustling all the time. Without this hustle provided by Chub this team couldn’t have reached its ultimate peak. The season was a complete success after the S.P.A. game when Chub said, “This is the best J.V. team we have ever had.” 104 Back Row : K. Nelson, SebcrliaRcn, Friedlund, Wright, Malkerson. Edic. Norvillc. McNcc, A. McCarthy. Winston. R. Kuchn. Pierson, Sukov, Mr. Mczzcnga—coach. . Midolc Row: Tucker. I. Hanson. W. Covey. Neville. S. McCIcod. Ankeny. Dobson. Monne R Kemerer. Noll Kaplan. T Johnson. Webb. Front Row: I). Heng. D. Lindsay, Sheldon. Cooney. Campbell. Norris. Higgins. M. Prtautn. Piper. Whitmore. Whitman. NINTH GRADE After an undefeated season last year, this year’s freshman team faced a difficult task in trying to equal the record of the year before. Formerly a single wing team, the boys learned a large number of plays from “T” formation and gradually remodeled their offense as the season wore on. Although this was a hard switch to make, it later proved effective, for with the fine coaching of Mr. Osander and Mr. Mezzenga, the team developed a powerful defense. One of the weaknesses of last year's team was lack of a sufficient number of players. So, with a lot more boys out for football this year, the team worked largely on fundamentals during the first few weeks. This was also not without its results, for the squad quickly developed the much needed depth. This was especially true in the line where Fred McNcc, Mike Pflaum, and Sherman Malkerson all developed into standout guards. The diligent work by all members of the team soon paid off. Led by co-captains Craig Norvillc and )ohn Edie, Blake crushed all opposition, in posting a 5-0 mark for the season. This was largely due to the great improvement made by the starting backfield of Whitman, Higgins, Pi[K r, and Norvillc. Operating from a “T” formation with an occasional shift to single wing, the offense amassed a total of 62 points by the end of the season. The defense, however, was equally good in allowing only 6 points in all of the five games. During the season the squad played Glen Lake, Concordia, St. Phillips, Minnehaha, and St. Paul Academy. The highlight, of course, was the S.P.A. game. After a season of hard work, the team was amply rewarded as the determined freshmen whipped the academy 18-0. The team's fine record is mostly the result of a great team effort in which all of the players participated. Therefore, the whole squad is to be commended for a fine job. 105 EIGHTH GRADE Under the excellent coaching of Mr. Butler and Mr. Martin, this year’s eighth grade football squad piled up an impressive record of four wins and one loss. On the first day of practice, thirty-five players reported to the coaches. The spirit and enthusiasm of the first few days of work on fundamentals seemed to foretell a successful season. Before the first game, the team elected John Baker its captain. In the first game, Blake overpowered a strong Edina freshmen team 13-0. The following week, in what was obviously the low point of the season, the Bears suffered their only loss of the season to Glen Lake. But the team rebounded quickly and came back the following week to defeat a small St. John’s team 26-0. In their finest game, Blake romped over Golden Valley 26-0. In a return grudge game, the eleven defeated the scrappy Glen Lake team 20-7. The outstanding backs for the team were Jack Morrison, Mark Burns, Bob Andrews, and Wint Ritchie. The line consisted of Lewin, Quest, Lowry, Wilkie, Brooks, Hickok and Captain Baker. The defense was excellent, surrendering only thirteen points. Two defensive stalwarts were John Brooks and Toni Phillippi. All in all, this year’s eighth grade had an excellent season. After the final game, Mr. Butler commented, “This year’s football team has very good potential for the coming years. Back Row: Mr. Butler — coach, M. Thomas, Hamilton. C. Brooks Aby, Whitten, Nash. Wood, Dayton, Evart . Rider, Erickson, Roberts, Brown. Mr. Martin — coach. Middle Row: Quest. J. Brooks. M. Burns. Morrison, Ritchie. Baker. Lowry. Lewin. Hickok. R. Andrews. Phillippi. J. Wilkie. R. Ossanna. Front Row: Harris, Karatz, Hawkinson, Arnold. Punch, Miller, I.ack, T. Skramstad. D. Melamed, A. Van Dusen. 106 Standing: Mr. H. LundhoJm-coach. Rankin. Jin, Seed. A Burn,. Sedgwick. Deaver. A. Anderson. Templeton. Henscl. Lane. Jim Nelson. J. Kuehn — manager. KNf.ri.iNG: Holton. Ridgway — co-captains. VARSITY BASKETBALL HAS DISAPPOINTING SEASON With no starter taller than 6 feet, the basketball team was hampered by lack of height all season. To make up for this, they employed a fast break which many opponents admitted was one of the best thrown against them. Yet, against some teams, a hustling fast break is not enough to offset the height deficit. At the beginning of practice the team was very optimistic. They had seven returning lettermen from last year’s squad. This year they would be more experienced and more poised. There were also several promising J.V. graduates in Chuck Deaver and Bob Templeton. However, most important, the opponents weren’t looking for Blake to have a good team. The cagcrs realized that they had the potential and were determined to prove it. Blake had five non-eonfcrcncc practice games to ready themselves for their league schedule. They lost their opener to a respectable Rosemont team, who went on to win their conference. Sparked by Bob Holton anti Pete Henscl, the Hilltoppcrs staged a rally in the late third and early fourth quarters but fell ten points short. After dropping two to Washburn and Bcnilde, the Bears played three quarters of the best basketball they played all year. Invading the Hilltopper gym was Pacclli, defending Catholic State Champs. With three returning All-Staters the Shamrocks were eager to avenge the humbling which they had received from the Blake football team. The game was extremely well played for three quarters. However, in the fourth quarter under the strain of their fast break and pressing defense the bears ran out of gas. A dejected Blake basketball team left the floor having sustained a nine-point loss. The next week the Hilltoppers suffered a similar defeat in a return match with Rosemont. They faded again in the fourth quarter and lost by a slim four points. So, going into conference play, they had a 0 - 5 record. Realizing that they had played some extremely well-coached and experienced squads, they were not discouraged. Grateful for the practice and experience which they had gained, they anxiously awaited the conference opener. The first game was disappointing. The Hilltoppers might have beaten five Minnehaha players; however, they couldn’t handle five Minnehaha players plus their home court jinx. The second league game lifted the cagcrs’ spirits. They beat arch rival S.P.A. with both 107 Chuck Dcaver sinks a jumper. Chuck Dcaver's 14 points were not enough to overcome the deficit and the Hilltoppers dropped an eleven-point decision. A similar game followed with comc-from-bchind Concordia besting the Bears 62-55. Chuck Lane performed gallantly with many excellent feeds and rebounds along with scoring 18 points. Jim Rankin also played his best game of the year. Between two Shat-tuck victories was sandwiched a loss to league champion Minnehaha. Another disappointing loss was sustained when Concordia again came from behind to beat the Bears. The score this time was even closer — 62 - 59. The final league game was with Brcck. The cagcrs were very surprised with the great improvement which the Mustangs had made since their last encounter. Behind at half-time, Blake had to rally to win. Final tabulations showed Jim Seed with 22 points and Bob Templeton with 13. Yet two days later Blake was eliminated by Brcck in All-Conference guard again wards off defender to score. teams having cold days from the field. Blake won the game on hustle and desire as they out-rebounded the bigger opponents. In the next game they coasted to an easy victory over a disorganized Brcck team. Taking a break from the league schedule, the Bears lost successive games to Benilde and Southwest before-traveling to Howard Lake for a Friday night game. The highly-touted Lakers were rated fifth in the state at the time and were destined to become district runners-up. With Jim Seed holding Blake in the game with 15 points in the first half, Bob Holton, with 14 points, led an inspired second-half rally. The shocked Lakers saw their lead dwindle to five before last-minute free throws widened the margin. The final score was 66 - 56. There followed one of the most depressing games of the season. Led by their floor manager, Angell, S.P.A. killed Blake’s fast break and forced them to play a ball control game. With S.P.A.’s rugged rebounders the Bears seldom had more than one shot at the basket. Charlie Lane goes high in the air to score. the first game of the M.I.S.L. Tournament. There is no doubt but that this was the most disappointing loss of the season. Let none believe the players let down for this game. More likely they wanted to win too much. On this sad note the season ended — a season of only five victories and fourteen defeats. Special recognition should surely be given to cocaptains Jim Ridgway and Bob Holton. Jim, a sparkplug of last year’s team, was out for most of the season with an injured ankle. Yet, when he entered a game, he added to the team something intangible which was sorely missed when he was not on the court. Bob Holton, a real fireball, also inspired the team with his aggressive play. Chuck Lane commanded much respect from the opponents with his slashing drives and rugged rebounds. Charlie commanded so much respect that he was placed on the All-Conference team. At the Winter Sports Banquet Jim Seed was awarded the Pearson-Sclovcr Basketball Trophy and Jim Nelson was announced as next year’s captain. 108 Back Row: Wilkie — manager. Moor, D. Platt. M. McCarthy, Rnsign. Mr. Van Santvoord — coach, Thomas — co-captain, Luther Knoblauch, Mithun, Priest, Bergerson — assistant manager. Kneeling: Norvillc, Mccch, P. Newhall, J. Lindsay, Plimpton, Goldncr, B. Donaldson, Simcnsen, Corrigan, S. Wells. Absent: Facgrc — co-captain. VARSITY HOCKEY HAS REWARDING SEASON At the beginning of the season the general feeling was that the hockey team hail great potential as a cham-ionpship team. Mr. Van Santvoord, the coach, had four returning lcttcrmcn. Besides, the caliber of the players was high. However, Mr. Van Santvoord knew that it would take a tremendous amount of work to shape the team. Before the season started the hockey team erected a permanent rink. The old varsity hockey rink was torn down and replaced by the previously portable one. The team worked extremely hard, and was quite happy when the rink was completed. Also this year the new Ice Center provided the squad with some early and valuable practice. Practices were held every Friday in the lee Center. Blake started its nineteenth game schedule by defeating Wayzata, 4 - 3. This was the first game, and most of the boys were too tight. The following morning the team faced St. Agnes. St. Agnes had beaten all the stronger teams in their league and some of the teams in the M.I.S.L. Blake wanted to win the game and consequently won by a score of 2-0. Mr. Van Santvoord and the team were pleased with the outcome. After four days, Blake faced “Tonka” at the lee Center and suffered a defeat of 4-0. The score was not representative of the game. Minnetonka scored all their goals in the first period and Blake played inconsistently, receiving no goals. This was a big let-down for the team. Nevertheless the next day there was a game with Washburn, which at that time was leading the city'league. Blake plavcd one of its best games of the season and defeated Washburn 3-2. Washburn was runner-up in the state hockey tournament. When the winter term began, twelve games were scheduled. Two were non-conference games. The first dav of school Blake traveled to St. Paul to play Cretin. Blake lost the game, 4 - 2. As the season progressed, this proved to be one of the poorest games plaved bv Blake. The next Friday the Hilltoppcrs dropped their game to Minnehaha, 2-0. Blake had lost its first conference game. Bv losing this game. Blake would have to win the rest of their games to win the chamoionshin. Blake won five of its next six league games. Concordia nut a damper on Blake’s title hones by tying Blake, 2 - 2. Blake beat S.P.A., 3-1, and Brcck, 2-1. The pressure was still on, and Blake had a chance to 109 win the championship because of changes in the league standings. However, the three remaining games with S.P.A., Concordia, and Shattuck had to be victories. Blake went over to S.P.A.and lost 1 - 5. This was truly the lowest and most humiliating point of the season. Blake was rightfully outplayed. Blake had lost its chance to repeat as league champs. But the Hilltoppcrs did not give up, and in the next game they shut out Concordia, 3-0. This was probably the turning point of the season. Though the team was not over-joyed with the victory it did get some silent satisfaction. In the next game Shattuck was defeated by a score of 8 - 0. The Private School Invitational Hockey tournament was approaching. To keep in condition, Blake played and defeated Bloomington easily by a score of 4-0. Now Blake was fully prepared for the tournament. All precautions were taken. Special practices were held. The team’s spirit was very high. In the first game of the tournament Blake faced a fast and elusive Duluth Cathedral. The team probably then played its best game of the season. At first the game was close, but as the game wore on, Blake smoothly pulled ahead and won. Knoblauch drops the puck to Luther. Mithun waits for rebound of Ensign’s shot. 5-1. The passing in this game was superb. On the next game Blake faced Brcck. Blake had previously defeated Breck twice. It was a tight game with Blake missing many chances to score. Brcck finally won, 4-3. The last game Blake played was for the consolation championship or third place. There was another big let-down but then the team learned that their opponent was S.P.A. Blake played a rough and swift game, winning 3 -1, and clearly outplaying S.P.A. This game gave the team and the school much satisfaction. The highlight of the tournament was Lory Knoblauch’s outstanding play. At the Winter Sports Banauet Mr. Van Santvoord awarded seventeen letters. Tom Ensign was duly awarded the Dartmouth hockey trophy as the most valuable player. Cocaptains Chuck Faegre and Pete Thomas were placed on the All-Conference team along with Tom Ensign. The whole team would like to thank Mr. Van Santvoord for both the time and great effort he put into coaching this year’s team. 110 Back Row: Gottlieb —manager, W. McLeod — assistant manager. I). Larson, J. Hens, Deardorff, John Nelson, Rieke — captain, E. Crabb, Martensson, A. Hazen, Mr. Heald —coach. Mr. Mczzenga— coach. Second Row: Fine, Dawes, A. McCarthy. HoJtzcrmann, J. Beach. Norris, Van Dusen, Whitcmore. Fish. Front Row: Steve A. Johnson, Randolph. D. Newhall, Hanson, D. Rosenblatt, Plass, Morine, Miller, Kittams. WRESTLERS TAKE FIRST IN M.I.S.L. MEET With the coaching of Mr. Mczzenga and Mr. Heald, the wrestling team finished the season very successfully. Since Blake started wrestling as a winter sport three years ago, the team has gone successively up in the standings. In the first year of competition, Blake finished last in team standings and fifth at the conference meet. Last year Blake finished second in team standings and second in the conference meet. And as a climax this year Blake finished second in team standings and first in the all important conference meet. The team did very well throughout the season with a thirteen - five record. This year Blake’s season started officially with a meet with Osseo. The team lost this match and lost the next meet to Orono. These meets gave a dismal look for the approaching season. But the team worked very hard over Christmas vacation and came back filled with the desire for victory. After Christmas vacation the team faced a very strong Minnehaha team and the opening of the conference campaign. Blake won by a score of 29-21. After that meet Blake won three more conference meets in a row. The team won from S.P.A. 41 -12, and Brcck 35-8. The last score was the result of a great team triumph. The next meet resulted in another Blake victory, 36-11 over Concordia. Although the final score indicated a convincing victory, the meet was actually one of the low points of the season as the entire team appeared unimpressively slow. The wrestlers then defeated non-conference rivals Minnetonka 33 -12 and Central 40 - 5 and lost a close decision to the city champion, Marshall, by a score of 23 - 26. This loss was a great disappointment, but the team charged back with a strong desire to achieve winning scores in the next three conference meets. Blake again defeated Breck, 38-11, and achieved its most decisive victory with a 55-21 victory over S.P.A. In an extremely hard fought meet, the highly spirited Concordia team succumbed, 29-21. After the Concordia meet, the team suffered a great disappointment in losing to a strong Shattuck team 18-24. Team spirit did not suffer, however, as two successive dual meet victories were recorded against Minnetonka and Dc La Salle. The dual competition of the season was climaxed by a 19-21 loss to Shattuck. This defeat placed Blake in second place in final conference standings, but the same defeat also served to instill an intense team desire to win the conference wrestling meet. The conference meet was the climax to a most suc- 111 Captain Pete Rieke pins opponent for championship in 175 pound class. ccssful season as the team took first place with seventy-nine points. Shattuck and Minnehaha followed in second and third places with point totals of seventy-three and seventy, rcs| cctivcly. Four wrestlers won second place in the tournament: John Hanson at 112 pounds, Dave Newhall at 120, Harry Randolph at 127, and John Nelson at heavyweight. In the consolation matches, Larry Dawes lost a close decision at 145 pounds while Steve Johnson won at 154, thereby earning third place. In the finals, Blake placed three champions: eighth grader Clark Miller at 103, Jim Hcng at 165, and Captain Pete Rieke at 175 pounds. There were sixteen lettermen on this year’s squad. One reason for the success of the season was the fine performances in the lower weights, well handled by Dave Kittams, Clark Miller, and John Hanson, all rc- Harry Randolph falls opponent during match for championship in 127 pound class. turning lettermen next year. Dave Newhall and Harry Randolph were seldom defeated in their classes. Many boys participated in the middle weights: John Holtzcr-mann, Andy McCarthy, Joe Beach, Earl Crabb, Larry Dawes, and Steve Johnson. In the heavier weights, Jim Hcng, Allen Hazcn, Lin Dcardorff, John Nelson, and Captain Pete Rieke participated. Special recognition should be given to managers Alan Gottlieb and Wavnc McLeod for their fine work as they usually remained good natured even when extremely tired. Next year’s prospects seem relatively good, considering ten lettermen will be returning, including two con fercncc champions. To climax the season, Pete Rieke was awarded the Most Valuable Wrestler Tronhy and Jim Hcng was announced as next year’s wrestling captain. Jim Hcng wrestles for championship in 165 pound class. 112 Hack Row; Rizer, bchmidt, Wciscr. tviddcss, hmrich. R. Anderson, Schocll, Melamed. Mr. Otto. Middle Row: Shronts, Mitchell, Solstad, Bowen, Johnson, P. Covey. Front Row : llazcn, Lewis, Crane, Rattier, Hardenbergh, Andrus. SWIMMING HAS A 3-11 SEASON The 1958-1959 Blake swimming team will be remembered as a team with great determination and spirit. Although the team's record of three wins and eleven losses was not impressive, it must be said that the causes for the poor record were ineligibility and illness of key members of the squad. This year’s team worked hard from the first day of practice until the final meet. Coach Otto introduced many training changes such as: lengthy windsprints, calisthenics, and the requirement that each boy swims every stroke. These training methods improved the team’s spirit and ability greatly. After a practice meet victory over Marshall, the mermen began their season in earnest with a meet against Bcnildc on January 9, at the Minneapolis Club. Blake fell to Bcnildc 51 -35, with Shronts and Emrich gaining the only firsts. Three more losses, a 59- 26 loss to a powerful Washburn, a heartbreaking loss to Robbins-dalc, and a second loss to Bcnildc 58 - 28, came before the first victory. However, the swimmers gained much poise and experience from these meets, and went on to win three of their next five meets. Blake splashed by Vocational 47 - 40, with firsts taken by Crane, Bowen, Rizer, and Emrich. After a 51 -34' 2 loss at Hopkins, Blake easily defeated Marshall 45 - 40. Weiser, Rizer, Emrich, Johnson, and Mitchell all took firsts. In the next meet several reserves gained experience. Although Edina beat Blake, the Hilltoppcrs put up a strong showing, winning both relays and taking firsts in the backstroke anil hundred yard free style. These events were won by Shronts and Rizer respectively. Both of these boys had their best times of the season in that meet. Dc I-a Salle next fell to Blake 48 - 38. This meet was one of Blake’s 113 best and most exciting, with the decision of victory going down to the last relay. In the next meet Blake made one of its worst showings of the year, losing to Shattuck 70 -16. A better showing, but another loss was registered at U. High. Pete Ratner took a first in the hundred yard butterfly stroke, and Jack Shronts took first in the hundred yard back stroke. The medley relay team were the only bright spots in the 52 - 34 loss. A much better showing was made in the return meet with Shattuck. Diver Mitchell won a first, as did the free style relay team of Weiser, Widdess, Emrich, and Rizer, while backstrokcr Shronts finished in a dead heat with the Shattuck swimmer. Saint Thomas was Blake’s next opponent. They defeated the mermen 52-34. Bob Rizer’s victory in the hundred yard free style was Blake’s only standout. Also both relay teams won. The final meet of the season was against Dc La Salle. Missed turns and over confidence combined to end the season on a dismal note as the Blake mermen went down to a 45 - 40 defeat. Rizer, Shronts, and Emrich were the only winners, while several other boys were touched out. At the Winter Sports Dinner senior Jack Shronts was awarded the Guy Thomas Swimming Trophy, and Bob Rizer, this year’s high point man, took over the swimming captaincy from Pete Ratner. 114 J. V. HAS A 6-14 SEASON The 1958 -1959 edition of the Blake School basketball team did not have a particularly gratifying season. The record for the season was a not impressive 6 won, 14 lost season. The attribute the team most sorely lacked was height with Nick Barbatsis being the tallest player at 5 ft. 11 in. The team had to work so hard for rebounds against the substantially taller opposition during the first three quarters of a game that they had nothing left during the fourth quarter. The J. V. played three games before Christmas. For the first game they traveled to Rosemont where they played a steady game which resulted in a 29-24 victory. In the second game Benildc defeated Blake by a score of 41-26, as the J.V.’s experienced their first taste of playing against superior height. In a last-minute game Blake defeated a tall Pacclli five, 33 to 26. This was probably the most pleasing win of the season as a smaller Blake team out-rebounded and out-shot Pacclli throughout the game. After Christmas Blake traveled to Benildc and Howard Lake and Rosemont came to Blake for the three final non-conference games. In these game Blake’s only win was over Rosemont. 51-36. The first conference game played at Minnehaha against Minnehaha found Blake on the short end of the final score. Blake also lost its second game with Minnehaha, 31-16. The Little Bears then played S.P.A. at S.P.A. In the first half Blake scored at will through the S.P.A. man-to-man defense. In the second half S.P.A. employed a 2-2-1 zone, thus effectively prohibiting Blake from getting any inside shots. When the Hill-toppers couldn’t hit from the outside, S.P.A. caught up and finally won, 46-42. The 2-2-1 zone was again the story when S.P.A. played at Blake and won, 39-25. Blake split its two games with Concordia, winning the hrst game 36-31, but losing the second game 41-24. However, the J.V. did win two games from a weak Brcck squad. The game at Blake had a score of 39-26, and the game at Breck had a score of 32-19. The starting five this year consisted of Jack Seed, Jim Wilkinson, Nick Barbatsis, John Adelshcin and Chuck Lundholm. Able bench power was provided by G. VanDusen, Mike Steffes, Ralph Reed, Eric Canton, Sam Cote, Dick Levy and Bill Jacops. Dave Hurewitz did a fine job as manager. The J.V. would like to express its appreciation to Mr. Pollock, who did a fine coaching job with a group of raw boys. 115 J. V. EXPERIENCES 9 WINS This year's J.V. hockey team played a very successful season. The team's record was 9 wins, 2 losses, and 2 tics. A large amount of the J.V.’s success should go to the coach, Mr. Martin. The Junior Varsity squad was comprized of three lines: Jim Lindsay, Kevin McCaffrey, and Phil Ncw-hall were the first line; Harold Moor, Lindsay Arthur, and Steve Richards closely followed; the third line was made up of Tom Meyers, Fred Clifford, and Jay Tucker. Alternates at defense were Ken Platt, Pat Wells, Bob Frey, Sam Stenson, Rog Royce, and John Hanold. Charlie Mccch defended the nets for the J.V.’s. Before the boys had practiced much together, the team played Cretin and lost decisively, 5 - 0. After a few days practice the J.V.’s outskated a weak Minnehaha team and won 7 - 0. The next conference game was with S.P.A. The game was hard fought and ended in a 2-2 tie in overtime. Blake then traveled to Brcck where it was met by a strong team. The score was tied twice, but the Bears finished with a 3 - 2 win on a third period goal. Hopkins came to Blake and was defeated 5 - 2 by a hard playing J.V. Bcnilde met the Junior Varsity at Blake and was downed 2-0. Bloomington tied the Bears 1-1 in a poorly played game. The next three conference games were very important to the Junior Varsity. Blake first met Minnehaha and won 4 -1 against a much improved team. Teamwork seemed to be the ingredient that smothered Breck 5 -1 in the next contest. Blake next met S.P.A. in a most important game. Spirit sparked the J.V.’s to a hard 2 -1 victory and with it, the conference championship. In the final games of the season the J.V.’s lost 4-2 to Hopkins but came back to knock off Benildc 2-0 and Glen Lake 1 - 0. Throughout the season the team improved considerably in teamwork, skating, and stick handling. The team’s success can be credited to the spirit Mr. Martin built up in the boys and to his excellent coaching. The whole team would like to thank Mr. Martin for his patience in guiding the team throughout the season. Standing: Tucker, Mr. Martin — coach. J. Hanold. loin Meyers, P. Pflaum, Cooney, Terry Meyers, Cornell, Clifford, J. I.indsay, P. Newhall. Kneeling: Richards.K. McCaffrey, Arthur. K. Platt, Frey, Stenson, Royce. 116 Back Row: Edic, A. Burns, Deaver, Jim Nelson, Lundliolm, Cornelius — assistant manager. Middle Row : Altman — manager. B. Donaldson. Mecch, Templeton, S. Wells. Front Row: Knoblauch, Rankin. Mr. Edie — coach. Ensign — captain, P. Thomas, Lane. VARSITY BASEBALL LOOKS TO SUCCESSFUL SEASON Coaches Jack Edic, Frank Horton, and “Chief” Won-son welcomed back five returning lettermen, four of whom were regulars last year. Spring practice was held during the last week of vacation for those who could be there, and there was a good turn out which gave coach Edic a chance to look the boys over more carefully. A few days after the starting of school the squad was cut to fifteen, a more manageable number. Remaining on the “Hilltop” diamond were these returning lettermen — Captain Tom Ensign who will play at second again this year; Pete Thomas, a regular in the outfield last year; Jim Rankin, alternating between pitcher and third; Chuck Lane, outfielder, third base, and pitcher; and Lory Knoblauch who was a reserve in the field last year, but has developed into a fine pitcher this year. Other seniors on the squad arc Lin Dcardorff, returning to Blake after one year’s absence to help in the outfield; Stu Wells, a reserve second baseman; and Bob Templeton, a reserve outfielder. Completing the lineup are juniors, Bob Donaldson, a catcher; Chuck Deaver, an outfielder; A1 Burns, a shortstop; and Jim Nelson and Charles Meech, both outfielders. Also on this year’s team we have one sophomore in Chuck Lundholm, a catcher and outfielder, and one freshman — John Edic, first baseman. The Hilltoppcrs play four non-league games this year before beginning the conference schedule. Two games have been played as of this date with a rather inexperienced team from Eden Prairie and with a good well-balanced team from Minnetonka. The first game was won by a score of 13 - 3 with the win going to Lory Knoblauch, although he was assisted by both Jim Ran- 117 kin and Chuck Lane. Chuck also led the team at bat, smashing out three hits in as many times at bat — including a homer and a triple, and walking the fourth time. The defensive team looked sharp in this first game committing only one error in numerous tries. The next game was against a little more competition. The consistent and accurate pitching of their starter was too much as he threw a beautiful one-hitter. Jim Rankin deserves credit here as he ran out the throw to first. The final score was 9 - 0. Many of the runs in this game were unearned as a result of the errors made in the field by the Hilltoppcrs. Games still remain with Chaska and Wayzata before the fight for the conference championship begins. This year’s starting lineup is set as far as the infield goes, but there still is some doubt as to the starting outfield. In the first game Lin Deardorff, Chuck Lane, and Pete Thomas started in the outfield but in the second game Jim Nelson replaced Deardorff. Completing the starting lineup for the first two games were John Edie at first, Tom Ensign at second, A1 Burns at short, Jim Rankin at third, Bob Donaldson behind the plate, and Lory Knoblauch on the mound. The team this year has fine spirit and a great deal of desire, and through continued hard work it can look forward to the league championship by dethroning powerful S.P.A. John Edie about to put man out at first. Captain Tom Ensign prepares for a homerun. Standing: Mr. Glenn — coach. Holton. Ratncr, Weiser, D. Newhall. Kneeling : Jacobs, J. Lindsay, Goldncr. GOLF TEAM ENTERS THIRTEEN MATCHES This year’s golf squad is divided into two groups. Seven boys and the coach, Mr. Glenn, play at the Min-nikahda Club every day. (Playing at Minnikahda has been a privilege of Blake squads since 1933.) The second group (the J.V.’s) play at Woodhill Country Club with their coach, Mr. Osandcr. With this year’s captain, Bob Holton, being the only returning letterman, other positions on the Varsity arc on a highly competitive basis. So far the other Varsity members arc Pttc Ratncr, Dave Newhall, Jim Lindsay, Mike Goldncr, Frank Seidel, and Bill Jacobs. This year’s schedule apjxrars to be a challenging one, with thirteen matches planned, including matches with the veteran squads of S.P.A. and Minnehaha. Plans arc now under way for the Flannery Cup playoff. This year’s favorite is Captain Holton, but keen competition from Ratncr, Newhall, and Lindsay is expected. As the end of the season draws to a close, the team would like to thank Mr. Glenn for his patience and his great contribution to the team’s success. 119 VARSITY TENNIS AIMS FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE CHAMPIONSHIP With the return of five lettermen from the 1958 tennis team, this year’s squad was well experienced from the beginning. The 1958 team had won the M.I.S.L. championship for the second straight year, and the boys and Mr. Pollock were eager to win a third championship. Jim Ridgway, playing his fourth season on the team and second as captain, played first singles throughout the spring. In an early match with Edina, Jim lost in two. long sets, thus ending a greatly to be admired winning streak of thirty-one straight victories. Playing in the second singles position was Charlie Luther. This was his first year out for tennis, and he made great improvement as the season progressed. Returning let-terman Sam Stenson filled the third singles berth on the squad. Dave Rosenblatt and Jack Priest went undefeated in M.I.S.L. competition in second doubles during the 1958 season. This year they completed their second year of tennis by occupying the first doubles position. Letter-man Mike McCarthy and sophompre John Adclshcim played well together in the second doubles spot. Jack Kuehn, Steve Lewis, and Harold Moor played in practice matches with other schools to gain experience in competition play. The team had only four days of practice before they started to play matches. Their first match they won Standing: Mr. Pollock, Stenson, Kneeling: D. Rosenblatt. from University High by a score of 4 -1. Next they beat Bcnildc, 5 - 0. The following day the team as a whole lost to Edina, 4-1, with the second doubles combination making the only mark in the winning column. Along with these and the regular M.I.S.L. matches, the team had contests with Minnetonka and the Carlcton freshmen. They also had rematches with University High, Edina, and Washburn. The team this year also had a manager, Colcbcrt Andrus. The players will agree that it is an uneventful and sometimes thankless job to put up the nets and take them down every night, but Colby did this always without a complaint. Also he was ever on hand at matches to fetch balls which had been hit over the fences. Thanks goes out to him from the players and Mr. Pollock for his efforts throughout the year. As all players in all sports have weaknesses, so each man on this year’s tennis squad had a weakness. Varsity coach Pollock deserves credit for the improvements the boys made during the season. He worked with each boy until that boy had developed a cure for his particular weakness. For the second year Blake had a junior varsity tennis team. Mr. Burton and Mr. Fisher helped some of the younger boys with their games. The formation of a junior varsity team with competition on this level contributes ffrcatlv to the success of future varsity teams. Priest, Ridgway, C Andrus — manager. Adelsheim. M. McCarthy. Luther. 120 Front Row: Martcnsson, Faegre, Rickc, John Nelson. GesMier— co-captain, Chub Bcttcls — coach. Sedgwick — co-captain, Hcnscl. Knudson, Jim Seed. Second Row: School!, Rizer, Randolph. M. Mitchell. Plimpton, D. Platt. Mithun, Hanold, A. Anderson. J. Beach. Third Row: B. Wilkie, Van Dusen, Wilkinson, A. Hazen. Simonson, Johnson. Corrigan. Kcmcrcr. D. Hazen, Crabb. Fourth Row: Solstad, Larson, Hanson. Vanden Berg, Roycc, Morken, Forman, McLeod, Heng, Fine, Plass. Mitchell. TRACK AIMS AT CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP At this time the track team has had little competition, having participated in only two meets. Coach Chub Bcttcls, planning for the State Indoor Meet on April 11, worked with several boys at the University Field House during spring vacation. With this experience and that of the first week of school, the team entered the meet in better physical condition than any other team in Coach Bettcl's memory. Blake placed seventh in a field of fourteen of the best private and parochial schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Co-captain John Gessner won the 60-yard dash with a time of 6.5 seconds, tying the school record for the same distance. In addition, the half-mile relay team gained third place, Rieke earned fourth in the shot-put, A. Anderson placed fifth in the high jump, and the mile relay team ran fourth in their event. In the second meet on April 14, Blake met strong teams from Mound and Minnetonka. Remembering last year’s loss to these teams, Blake started strongly in the weight events and finished with 46 points against Minnetonka’s 30 and Mound’s 72. As before, John Gessner placed first in the 100 and 220 yard dashes. A. Anderson placed first in the high jump and fourth in the high hurdles and broad jump; Wilkinson earned a fourth place in the 220 yard dash and a third place in the low hurdles; co-captain John Sedgwick gained first place in the 440 yard dash and the high hurdles; the half-mile and mile relay teams placed second and third respectively; Rickc, Faegre, Nelson, and Plimpton swept the shot-put; Faegre, Nelson, and Platt placed second, third, and fourth respectively in the discus; Johnson ran fourth in the half-mile; Beach tied for 121 third in the broad jump; and Randolph, Simensen, and Mitchell tied for second in the pole vault. In the conference meet last year Blake enthroned 8 conference champions in the 14 events and set 5 conference records. St. Paul Academy, however, obtained enough seconds and thirds to move Blake out of the team title. Throughout the season last year, Blake had quality but was weak in depth. The highest point, other than the conference meet, was the Knights of Columbus Invitational Track Meet at Rochester where the Blake team defeated the best of Wisconsin and Minnesota. This year Blake is working for the depth to go with the quality. Coaches Bcttels and Heald agree that if the younger boys develop as expected, we will have a good year. We lack the established stars, but this year’s team works as hard as any that Blake has ever had. Co-captain John Gessner bursts out of block. John Sedgwick practices for perfect pace on 440. According to the coaches, the key events arc the shot-put, discus, half-mile, and mile. If the team develops well here, the season will be more than successful. The point getters should be: Co-captains John Gessner and John Sedgwick in the dashes and middle distances; Rickc and Faegre in the shot-put; Faegre and Nelson in the discus; A. Anderson in the hurdles, the high jump, and the broad jump; Randolph in the pole vault, and Hcnscl in the mile. Coach Jack Heald has been working with a group of eighth and ninth graders. Some boys have shown promise, but Coach Heald regrets the lack of interest of the younger boys in track. He states that to grasp the fine points of track, the boys must come out early so that the coaches may find the spot where they will work best. It’s here that the future stars will be born. 122 1958 SPRING SPORT RESULTS TRACK Private School Indoor Meet at the University of Minnesota...............................Blake eighth in state Blake — Concordia — Minnehaha — Brcck - Blake 86 5 6; Concordia 70V1; Brcck 33 5 6; Minnehaha 12 5 6 Blake — S.P.A. — Minnetonka — Glen Lake - - - S.P.A. 7054; Minnetonka 67; Blake 60; Glen Lake 254 Blake — Cretin — Benilde....................................................Blake 76; Cretin 45; Bcnildc 27 Blake — Concordia................................................................Blake 74V41 Concordia 4354 Knights of Columbus............................................................................Blake first place M.I.S.L. Private School Meet.........................................................Blake second place Blake — Shattuck — Brcck..........................................Blake 71 5 6; Shattuck 49 2 3; Brcck 2654 BASEBALL GOLF BLAKE OPPONENTS BLAKE OPPONENTS Blake vs. Hopkins. 3 2 Blake vs. Edina 10 2 Blake vs. Edina 7 25 Blake vs. Brcck 12 0 Blake vs. Minnetonka 4 13 Blake vs. S.P.A. 10 2 Blake vs. Chaska 12 16 Blake vs. Washburn 654 554 Blake vs. Brcck 15 14 Blake vs. Minnetonka 554 6 4 Blake vs. S.P.A. 8 14 Blake vs. Concordia 954 254 Blake vs. Minnetonka 7 10 Blake vs. Brcck 11 4 54 Blake vs. Concordia 9 8 Blake vs. Shattuck 454 754 Blake vs. Shattuck 4 8 Blake vs. S.P.A. 1054 154 Blake vs. Brcck 18 8 Blake vs. Minnehaha 5 7 Blake vs. S.P.A. 2 11 Blake vs. Concordia 1054 154 Blake vs. Minnehaha 8 11 Blake vs. Shattuck 954 254 Blake vs. Concordia 13 10 Blake vs. Shattuck 9 1 TENNIS BLAKE OPPONENTS Blake vs. Edina 3 2 Blake vs. Edina 3 2 Blake vs. Minnetonka 3 2 Blake vs. University High 3 2 Blake vs. Washburn 5 0 Blake vs. S.P.A. 5 0 Blake vs. Minnetonka 5 0 Blake vs. Concordia 5 0 Blake vs. Carleton freshmen 3 2 Blake vs. Washburn 5 0 Blake vs. S.P.A. 2 3 Blake vs. Minnetonka 1 4 Blake vs. Concordia 5 0 Blake vs. Shattuck 4 1 123 MOTHERS' ASSOCIATION The duties of the senior Blake Mothers’ Association include providing chaperones for the school dances, serving as hostesses for teas and open houses, helping arrange Form dinners at which Form Mothers preside, and being of any possible assistance to the faculty and students. Each year the Association provides the American Field Service student with his travel expenses and also a half scholarship for a local boy. The following Chairwomen and their committees should be commended for their able handling of their assignments: Bus service for Northrup and Blake students to attend out-of-town football games Mrs. Harrison Randolph Publicity...................Mrs. Richard McCarthy American Field Service - Mrs. Robert Priest Nominating........................Mrs. Harry Piper Flowers (Vesper and Commencement) Commendation to the Form Mothers: Form II......................Mrs. Stuart Rider, Jr. Form III.....................Mrs. Richard Dobson Form IV....................Mrs. Lindsay G. Arthur Form V......................Mrs. Donald Hcng Form VI....................Mrs. Wendell Thomas To the Executive Committee, always ready and willing to lend their support, my sincere thanks: Mrs. John McCarthy, Mrs. Clifford Anderson, Mrs. William Noll, and Mrs. H. N. Barbatsis. It has been a wonderful experience working with the Mothers of Blake students this year and having the excellent counseling of Mr. Cleveland always available. We arc all grateful to Mrs. Ferreira for her beautiful arrangement of the teas and Form dinners and to Miss Ncilson for her friendly advice and assistance. 124 Florence E. Faegre, President This 51st edition of the Call O’ Pan has been produced only through the cooperation and assistance of the following people: Mr. S. Keller Pollock, faculty adviser to Publications, who has helped the editors through this new process of printing the yearbook; Mr. John Colwell of Colwell Press Inc., who supervised the planning, layout, and paste-up of the entire yearbook; Mr. Fred Phelps of Phelps Lino-Comp, who printed all the galley sheets and final proofs and was never too busy to satisfy the demands of the frenzied editors; Mrs. Fern Hardin of The Dayton Company, who took the senior portraits; Mr. Ken Bacheller and his assistant, Ed Hollering, of Johnson-Bacheller-Ross, who took all the organization and sport pictures; Mr. Art Tourangcau of Colwell Press Inc., who provided the color picture for the yearbook; Mr. Bud Mjos of the A. J. Dahl Company, who made our original cover design feasible and bound the entire book; Mr. Dick Brown of Mark Hurd Aerial Surveys Inc., who provided the new aerial view of the school and surrounding area; Dave Rosenblatt, Dave Larson, and Jack Kuehn, who covered the business and advertising end of the yearbook; Alan Gottlieb and Dave Larson, who helped on layout and paste-up; Jim Ridgway and Earl Crabb, who always provided pictures on demand of the editors; Wayne McLeod, Ed Druy, and Stew Pinkerton, who wrote and typed many articles; Mrs. Ward Lewis, who typed most of the articles; And finally those friends and graduates of Blake who have shown their interest in this 1959 edition of the Blake yearbook through their advertising in this 1959 Call O’ Pan. 125 Frank Kemerer, Call O’ Pan Co-Editor Steve Lewis, Call O’ Pan Co-Editor y4uto apL Tins year the Business Department of the Publications Board has wished to present the Call O’ Pan readers the sort of difficulties which face the balancers of the budget. Thus thinking we have decided to print, for the first time in the history of Blake,... 1959 CALL O' PAN BUDGET ASSETS 200 Subscriptions to Call O’ Pan at $4.50 - - - - $ 900.00 150 Subscriptions to Torch at $4.50 675.00 Advertisements......................................... 2,000.00 Curtis Magazine Drive - -- -- -- - 738 Donations from faculty................................................ .03 Profit from dances....................................... .49 Obtained from not revealing past of Seniors - - - - 84356.72 Rental of Pub Room during dances................................ 175,000.00 Sale of unprintable Lens Shots........................ 22,776.00 Faculty contributions for new pictures of selves - - - .00 Sales of old pineapple crates........................ 1,008,000.01 Admission to Pub Room during Special Help ... 3,972.55 Donations from Community Chest......................... 3,000.00 Paper Drives - --................................... 2132 Bribes from Solstad to use his cartoons ----- 500.00 Picked up after Newsweek fights ------ 45.36 Reallocation of traffic signs.........................- 22.80 $1,403,620.76 127 LIABILITIES Gas money for Kcmcrcr............................................$ 3,456.78 Gas money for Lewis..................................................... 3.45 Bus fare for Rosenblatt............................................. 1,129.80 Printing of entire Call O’ Pan.......................................... 1.78 Binding of entire Call O' Pan............................................ .96 Loss on Scholastic Rotos................................................. .25 Aspirin for Frank between March 1 and June 1 2367.99 Bribe money to get Juniors to sell ads............................ 276,548.01 To Larson for lunch................................................ 99,847.63 Payment to Bobbie for inspirational speeches - .07 For refreshments at Publications meetings - 67,898.90 More bribe money to get Juniors to sell ads - - - - 38,25830 Redecorating of Editor’s house - - - - - 334,544.00 Prizes for magazine drive................................................ 739 2 Blue lights in Pub Room................................................ .38 For use of phone in office........................................ 549,729.40 Bribe money to Mr. Pollock for Sound and Fury - - - 246,570.00 Hush money to Senate Rackets Committee .... 778,943.00 Hair tonic for vandenBerg............................................. 638.49 Subscription to Photoplay............................................... 4.50 Couch for Publications Room............................................ 69.95 Bills from Mrs. Lewis.................................................. 83.00 Dues to the Mafia..................................................... 700.00 Rental of faculty adding machine......................................... .50 Switzerland posters.................................................... 19.50 $1,403,620.66 Total assets Total liabilities $1,403,620.76 1,403,620.66 To The Readers of The Call-O-Pan! All advertisements placed on the following pages represent those business firms which have given us their support. They handle the best merchandise, give the best service, and are always willing to help you. PATRONIZE THESE FIRMS You Will Not Regret It 129 The pages of the “Callo’pan” reflect the long hours of enthusiastic and efficient work by the 1959 year book staff. We compliment and congratulate everyone who had a part toward a job well done. The Colwell Press, Inc. 501 SOUTH SIXTH STRUT «fcl MINNEAPOLIS. MINNESOTA TO THE CLASS OF 1959 Compliments COURTESY OF of W. R. Stephens Co. RICHARDS OIL COMPANY 1301 Harmon Place 201 Fremont Ave. Minneapolis COMPLIMENTS OF EBERHARDT COMPANY MORTGAGE BANKERS REALTORS Minneapolis Wayzata St. Louis Park Mound With the Compliments COMPLIMENTS OF of CAMPBELL-MITHUN, INC. LITHIUM CORPORATION rmA 0F AMER,CA' ,NC 1300 N. W. Bank Building 131 Compliments CONGRATULATIONS TO THE of GRADUATING CLASS OF '59 JACK'S PURE OIL STATION STEWART INFRA RED COMMISSARY OF 3901 Excelsior Boulevard MINNESOTA WA. 2-9941 1017 Excelsior Avenue East WE. 5-2666 COMPLIMENTS OF Compliments from: MORNINGSIDE GROCERY BURCH PHARMACY 4386 FRANCE AVENUE 1942 HENNEPIN AVE. Meats and Refrigerated Lockers” Six Registered Pharmacists WA. 6-2778 FR. 7-2802-1895 Courtesy of MINNEAPOLIS HONEYWELL REGULATOR COMPANY 132 DOWNTOWN OFFICE: 100 Builders Exchange Building Minneapolis 2, Minn. Fe. 2-1441 SOUTHDALE OFFICE: 224 Southdale Center Edina 10, Minn. Wa. 7-8775 Best Wishes From EVERETTE BAKER COMPANY Compliments of Wallcoverings Unlimited Paints to Harmonize Movable Shutters EWALD BROTHERS 5812 EXCELSIOR BlVD. • MINNEAPOLIS 16, MINN. SANITARY DAIRY Compliments From: Exclusive Distributors of Danielson Medical Arts Pharmacy, Inc. GOLDEN GUERNSEY 78 So. 9th Strut WORLD'S FINEST MILK Minneapolis, Minn. Compliments of Compliments of OLSON BROS. Superior Separator Company PHARMACY HOPKINS Hiwoy 169 at Interlachen We. 9-4995 We. 9-3033 Compliments of COMPLIMENTS ✓— . Jos. V. Edeskuty and Associates f CONSULTING ENGINEERS WUjUL KMu k LINEN SHOP 1406 Foshoy Tower Fe. 9-4621 Mpls. 2, Minn. 633 East lakt St. Wayxata 134 Who took the ball? 135 � •__________ COMPLIMENTS OF Congratulations Swendseen Optical Co. Graduates Dispensing Opticians Ft. 9-3084 91 So. Ninth Stroet • Minneapolis 2, Minn. COMPLIMENTS PEAVEY OF BUILDING SERVICE JEROME NEWHOUSE 1080 Grain Exchange Bldg. CLASS OF 1935 Fe. 3-0177 Compliments of op dine Jdomes in FIRST NATIONAL BANK Edina and Minnetonka Hopkins, Minn. We. 8-6348 137 (dor better petroleum f roductd C. J. HALLMAN OIL COMPANY (dor better petroleum, f rodutcti Compliments of riodLLJ WA and dce (dream, (dc ream Company TA 3-7211 ADOLPH ANDERSEN LINDEN HILLS GRIFFEN PHARMACY CLEANERS AND DYERS Phone: Wo. 6-1697 4324 Upton Ave. So. WA. 6-1661 4412 France Ave. So. Minneapolis First Class Wor Only 138 X N I 1 N O Compliments of the Coast To Coast Stores 7500 Excelsior Blvd. With the Compliments of the FULLER PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY 3108 West Lake Street Minneapolis 16, Minn. 140 COMPLIMENTS OF COMPLIMENTS Of LEO'S THE BLAKE DRAMATICS ASSOCIATION SERVICE STATION 4339 FRANCE AVENUE SOUTH Compliments YEAR 'ROUND PUBLIC SKATING of ICE CENTER Wayzata State Bank 5800 Wayzata Blvd. Wayzata • • Continuous program of instruction. • Special arrangements for clubs and parties. GR. 3-8855 • Host to Prep school hockey. HOPKINS SHELL SERVICE Hobby Supplies Sporting Goods Bloke Road Excelsior Ave. TIRE REPAIRING - LUBRICATION Obayer and dUdtorm, 50th and France We. 8-9966 Hopkins, Minn. Walnut 2-5252 Edina, Minnesota Compliments of INTERNATIONAL MILLING COMPANY 142 Suttfalty Swuft ittfy f Your Most Complete Supply House In the Entire Upper Midwest Offers Everything You Need or Desire for the Preparation and Serving of Food, the Furnishing of Rooms, or Special Planning for HOTELS, RESTAURANTS, SCHOOLS, CHURCHES, CLUBS, INSTITUTIONS, and CAFETERIAS also Aslesen's Own Famous Brands of Institutional-Size Packs of Canned Foods, Besides Frozen Foods and Staples 501-511 Washington Avenue FE. 8-8871 Quality and Service Since 1879 ASLESENS Minneapolis Minn. Compliments from Your Local Bank FIRST EDINA NATIONAL BANK 4100 West 50th Street WA. 7-7111 MEMBER OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION Enjoy cold, refreshing milk in your home with a Norris Home Milk Dispenser! NORRIS DISPENSERS, INC 2720 Lyndale Avenue South Minneapolis 8, Minnesota Why settle for the hubcaps? “We were swinging Up toward Bashland, we, these two chics ...” “Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow?” There can be no national security without world peace; no world peace without international justice; no international justice without world law; and no effective world law without institutions to interpret and enforce it. STANLEY K. PLATT Investment Adviser JOHNSON HIGGINS INCORPORATED business Established New York 1845 INSURANCE BROKERS — AVERAGE ADJUSTERS Employee Benefit Plan Consultants ROANOKE BUILDING MINNEAPOLIS 2 New York, Buffalo, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Wilmington, Atlanta, Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago, Minneapolis, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, Vancouver, Havana, Rio dc Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Caracas, London. New Type CONCRETE For Interstate Highways, Other Primary Roads and Municipal Streets The highway of tomorrow Is hero today when built with concrete . . . the smooth - riding, idurable, economical pavement. Minnesota's first Interstate System Highway Interstate Route 35 North of Owatonna Concrete is the pavement designed for the future COMPLIMENTS OF A FRIEND Everybody Helps You Get the Best of Everything at Dahlberg's Low ov rtit«d uv Ford perform ? Sonic ii our by- N � ion«l lond d l flV-low b nk «• roa'll driv with word—built o in- ut d e r� you UI Mnclitfl pridt. t qrlty. trwtt. OPEN WE 5-2101 EVERY DAY AND EVENING Hopkins BROTHERS .INC. . e s 1 i e' s IN PHILADELPHIA BOATS - MOTORS - APPLIANCES • nearly everyone reads Highway 7 t Woodale W«. 9-7823 St. Louis Park THE TATLER FOWLER'S HOBBIES AND CRAFTS 7 10th Ave. No. HUMPHREY HARDENBERGH, INC. HOPKINS DECORATING DEPARTMENT HOBBIES, CRAFTS and ART SUPPLIES At the Sign of the Red Rooster” 1645 Hennepin Avenue WE. 5-3113 3STEW CHEONOORAPH YACHTING TIMER. For the sportsman, a feature-packed chronograph that’s as accurate as it is practical. Designed with special yachting timer dial in red plus miles per hour indicator for the sportscar fan. Stainless steel case with 17 jewel movement, unbreakable mainspring and luminous dial. $79.50 tax included MIL L JEWELERS 811 NICOLLET MINNEAPOLIS Compliments of Crown Iron Works Co. 1229 TYLER STREET N.E. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. ST. 9-3556 EVERY ★ TIME r-.JLNJ A SQUARE DEAL ★ (Alt WEST 8-7638 USTUS LUMBER CO. HOPKINS .!• a kjvoi rfeol elweyi HI JUSTUS (oe. lumber • Sv-Mln. Moterlole • M- wo k • fuel 0 t« • Iniulotion • Point • Tor Jl • Horrfwore • Telephone Will t 7 3l Leigh, Inc 123 S. 7th Street Minneapolis 2, Minn. FE. 8-0691 Compliments of PLIAM LINOLEUM COMPANY STORES EVERYWHERE FIRST NATIONAL HANK OF MINNEAPOLIS f d tolD poi,i niufon � Co� po «lioo BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE Our new 28-story banking home and office building, to be completed in 1900. symbolizes the dynamic era that lies ahead for the Upper Midwest and our dedication to the realization of that future. From High Protein Northern Wheat Comes the Secret Of the Baking Treat Gleasons Lake is over there, Faeg! Seniors prepare to send Whitey into orbit. PLASTIC CONTAINERS product sells Itself with NEATWAf packaging Compliments of Kaufman KNITTING CO Minneapolis THE STUDENT SPOTIIGHT It on JOSTEN CLASS RINGS y and the spotlight reveals • MagnJftconl tuutao 10K goM • ExchnJve origlnol rfeilgn • Every ring beovtiMy engraved • Deep dlmenelon die-work • Thick faceted itonee ptui a ho� t of feoturei in tke L JOSTEN (rodition of qvolity WJ____________________________ Your Repre tentative H. A. PETERSON COMPLIMENTS OF Tom Roddy Imports 17121 WAYZATA BLVD. GR 3-S401 CONNOLLY VAN AND STORAGE CO. SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA Agents for Bekins Van Lines Co. ’’NATIONWIDE MOVING { A ON wil E CENT I give you 1 hour of television programs electrically ‘Based on 3i per kwh Electricity is penny cheap from Northern States Power Company Compliments of COMPLIMENTS OF R. AND R. A FRIEND AND Associates PARENT OUR CONGRATULATIONS AND GOOD WISHES TO THE 1959 GRADUATION CLASS ScffU Hennepin at Lake Street Minneapolis Compliments from: COUNTRY CLUB TAILORS AND CLEANERS PRESSING - REPAIRING - ALTERATIONS Call and Delivery Service 4400 France Avenue South WA. 2-5432 MUSIC BROOKSIDE DRUG STORE Jay A. Simon Music Co. 41 South Ninth Street WHERE OUR TEACHERS TRADE FE. 5-2365 6001 Excelsior Blvd. WE. 9-7866 The Store of Friendly Service” Best Wishes From Your Minnetonka Neighbor MEYER BROS. DAIRY At Your Door— At Your Store WAYZATA GR. 3-7344 Compliments of Deephaven Drug Store Route 4 Wayzata DICKEY SHAVER, INC. DEPENDABLE FUEL OIL SERVICE GR. 3-7391 WAYZATA David C. Bell Investment Co. An Institution in Minneapolis Real Estate Since 1880 MtOTERTY MANAGEMENT REAL UTAH SAKS MORTGAGE LOANS INSURANCE SOI 2nd Ave. So. Fe. 2-6381 REALTORS Marsh McLennan INCORPORATED INSURANCE BROKERS Consulting Actuaries Average Adjusters 1515 Northwestern Bank Building, Minneapolis Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Seattle, St. Louis, Vancouver, Duluth, Toronto, Calgary, St. Paul, Portland, Phoenix, Tulsa, Milwaukee, Detroit, Boston, Pittsburgh, Montreal, Indianapolis, Buffalo, Washington, Atlanta, New Orleans, Cleveland, Havana, London No comment. How to get ahead in your studies. WAYTONKA MARKET Flno Groceries and Moots Wayzata, Minnesota Call GR. 3-8871 SAVE MONEY...use FEDERAL SHORT RUN STAMPINGS WRITE TODAY for FREE Illustrated Bulletin FEDERAL TOOL and MFG. COMPANY 3620 ALABAMA AVE. (Si. Louis Park) MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. COMPLIMENTS OF Minnetonka Boat Works Inc. WAYZATA, MINN. Compliments of THE BILTMORE LANES 5101 WEST 50th WE. 9-8551 MEMBER FEOE BANK AND TRUST CO. MEMBER FEOERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORP. REMEMBER...........Savings Accounts at Fidelity EARN Interest per annum Compliments of Compliments of HOWELL'S McGLYNN BEN FRANKLIN BAKERY COMPANY Purveyors to HOPKINS - MINNEAPOLIS • Restaurants COMPLIMENTS OF • Schools Larson's Clothing • Hospitals HOPKINS Nash’s.. ■ up-and-qt sm feeling In every cup ... all day TIANNA COUNTRY CLUB Walker, Minnesota Gateway to Bemidji Just off Highway 34 • CLUBHOUSE FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE • REASONABLE GREEN FEES • LIGHT LUNCHES • NEW COCKTAIL LOUNGE • NINE NEW GRASS GREENS • PLEASANT ATMOSPHERE • HOT SHOWERS The ”9” in '59 ED ARNOLD COMPANY Insurance For livery Purpose FIRE LIFE AUTOMOBILE 1SS NO. BRYANT MINNEAPOLIS 3, MINN. FE. 2-2446 BONDS CASUALTY ACCIDENT HEALTH J. A. PRICE AGENCY, INC. All Forms of Insurance and Bonds 411 Clifton Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota Compliments COUNTRY CLUB ICE CREAM of 5036 France Ave. So. THE BUCKHORN CATE WA. 2-2670 • Long Lake, Minn. VUU IJ Battle-crazy Lane leads revolt. Track star on exhibit All-Conference pair set sights on Charlaine. Monka be a’tellin' of Winona experiences. OLSEN-PFEIFFER Pharmacy Prescription Specialists Compliments of Kaufman KNITTING CO. TOILETRIES — SUNDRIES STATIONERY — PHOTO FINISHING HOSPITAL SUPPLIES HUNTING and FISHING LICENSES WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS Woodard-Elwood Co. Minneapolis Investment Securities Members: Midwest Stock Exchange 840 RAND TOWER MINNEAPOLIS ANDROC CHEMICAL COMPANY Gom iime U ojf CARGILL, INC 200 Grain Exchange FE 8-8511 Referee lies unconscious as Heng prepares to devour second victim. US' ' “I was once a ninety-seven pound weakling.” Compliments of BACKGROUND MUSIC COMPANY 305 South Seventh Street Minneapolis, Minnesota PETERSON SHOE STORE DEEPHAVEN WAYZATA GIFTS OF DISTINCTION Blake School Crest Available JEWELRY - CERAMICS • GLASS BALFOUR'S 130916 4th St. S.E., Minneapolis 14, Minn. W. R. Beamish Co. 1612 HARMON PLACE Wholesale Distributors for Gibson, Emerson, Apex, American Kitchens Compliments of JOHN DALTON Insurance All Form of Insurance Means More Than Writing a Policy It Is An Individualized Problem. Consult HAROLD A. GOTTLIEB 1100 Builders Exchange FE. 6-3621 MALKERSON OLDSMOBILE, INC. Minnesota’s Largest Olds Dealer” 23 North 9th Street FE. 9-7921 Minneapolis 3, Minnesota Restroom at Bashland. Biake Bridge Team. Max shows excitement upon entering Senior Room on first day. Next year we graduate!” Tiffany Formal Wear TSLuJ-SL, 5015 France Ave. So. WA. 2-0070 Compliments of The Hard-working Men on The Publications Board AFTER HR TOWING CALL TA 5-2313 1314 W. LAKE ST. (NEAR HENN.) from m WATER WELLS PUMPS WATER TREATMENT “World’s Largest Water Developers LAYNE-MINNESOTA CO. 3147 California St. N. E. Minneapolis, Minn. UJLot OJW YOUR. t cee Li- cm 'P-A'R.TB We can supply you with: ★ Design and Engineering Service Your finished parts, whether Compression, Transfer or Injection Molded We welcome your inquiries Outfitters to Blake Men FOR THIRTY YEARS NICOLAS HAS CATERED TO THE TASTES OF BLAKE MEN. STYLES AND PATTERNS PECULIAR TO IVY LEAGUE CAMPUSES ARE TO BE FOUND IN OUR SUITING AND FURNISHINGS. WE INVITE YOUR EARLY INSPECTION tflicotas AT THE RADISSON huTEL 55 SO. SEVENTH ST. Hi, Heinz! Rambling Rank rambles no more. Hockey players support co-educational basketball. “There is too much collaborating going on here!”