Bluffton High School - Retrospect Yearbook (Bluffton, IN)

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History Art I 1 t Chemistry English “Oh my goodness! There goes an¬ other test tube.” This is a familiar phrase heard in chemistry lab dur¬ ing the 5th and 6th periods. Here Mr. Ratliff is giving some directions to Donald Strahm and Jean Moore. Chemistry is an important subject in our curriculum, for it enables us to secure a foundation for science and to answer questions about phas¬ es of chemistry in our everyday life. Lively round table discussions take place in Mr. McNown’s English class¬ es. Doris Athey acts as chairman of a debate in which Kathryn Buckner, Bill Christman and Dick Poff are taking part. Such debates give val¬ uable experience for their participa¬ tion in the Junior Town Meeting of the Air. Likewise, the study of Shakespeare intrigues the Juniors of Mr. McNown’s English classes. Step inside of Room 11 during school hours, and you will find the students busy discussing and study¬ ing ancient and U. S. history. Mr. Ulmer brings to life the events of the past and shows how they may be applied to the future. Be original! That is the theme of Miss Swisher’s art class. Talent¬ ed students are given fine oppor¬ tunities to develop their skills in the art department preparing for professions in the world of art. Fol¬ lowing Miss Swisher’s directions, these students helped decorate for receptions and banquets and aided in creating realistic scenery for class plays.

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a lie remarkable ability and e ' poured into our amateur actors and actresses for our class-plays and for his splendid help with those talented Juniors in their radio Junior Town Meeting. Fred Park for his sincere sense of hi his letters to those in the service. Margaret Powers as a model senorita, as ' an un¬ failing sponsor, and as a persistent manager of d sales. hy Raab and her versatile ways, her an- smile, and her understanding of our “teen¬ age nonsense.” W. C. Ratliff for his way of making us all want to study, and his sincere demand for good work. Fhebe Rogers and her ever-needed passes to class, her pleasant disposition, and her love for he song “Anchors igh.” fenev ye Scott for her l iowledge of math, her lovelj smile, and her natural curly hair—the envy of all the girls. Mary Shafer and her lively classes, her willing¬ ness to help on all occasions, and her hearty “hello” to us all. Mary L. Stanger for the amazing silence she manages to keep in the study hall and for her help in the addition of bright new books to the school’s library. Faculty We the class of ’45 wish to express our ap¬ preciation to our teachers for the pleasant memories and happy times they have given us. We shall always remember: Robert Bennett and his success in directing the orchestra and in furnishing such spirited band music at our games. Pauline Bridenbaugh and her early morning calisthenics and her enthusiastic backing of our G. A. A. Olive Grimsley for her unlimited resourceful¬ ness, her persevering work with the Glee Club, and her friendly spirit. Carol Harvey and her adorable smile, her neat- as-a-pin appearance, and her gracious manner. Blanche Karns for her valuable help on the Retrospect, her unconquerable spirit, and her work in guiding college-bound students. Joe Larmore and his easygoing ways, his being such a pal, and his title “Handyman Joe.” Marie Swisher and her willingness to help with decorating for class plays and receptions and her genuine thoughtfulness as a sponsor. L. E. Templin and his strong track and football teams and his wholehearted backing of all other sports. Lee Turner as a dynamic personality and as a successful coach. Lloyd Ulmer and the help he gives the fellows maintaining the purpose of the Hi-Y club and his bringing to life the people and the happen¬ ings of the past. Ralph Wentz for being tireless in his efforts with our future farmers and for being such an all around good sponsor.

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Spanish Physics “Hie in Latine dicunt.” Don’t be bewildered. It simply means, “Here they speak Latin.” Bob Claghorn, Carol Jean Costello, and Betty Fos¬ ter are declining nouns under the watchful eye of Miss Karns. Through a study of Latin these Freshmen will get a foundation for grammar and vocabulary in English. Our industrial arts course offers work with wood, metal, and elec¬ tricity. Dick Byrd and Dean Roof are shown using the variety saw. The knowledge and skill gained here give the boys the necessary qualifications to enter a technical college or work in a factory. “Hurry Nancy! I don’t want to be late for Spanish class.” When Spanish was brought back into our curriculum, only two years ago, the students began to show great interest in it. Under the su¬ pervision of Miss Powers, Jim Fos¬ ter, Carolyn Goldsberry and Phyllis Moser are conjugating verbs. To lend interest to the subject Patt Price and Elaine Culver entertain¬ ed the class at a novel party with a Spanish theme. Max Ulmer, Bob Skiles and Jo Fritz practice the principles that Mr. Park has taught them concern¬ ing the pulley. Physics is one of the most practical and useful sub¬ jects, for physical laws and prin¬ ciples are encountered in everyday life. This subject deals with me¬ chanics, heat, light, sound, and elec¬ tricity. f g| i i jf n if 1 II 1 ■ 1 L