Blumenhof High School - Blue and Gold Yearbook (Blumenort, Manitoba Canada)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1959 volume:

THE BLUE m GOLD -19 5 9 - School Board Mr. Ben R. Plett Chairman Mr. C. P. Unger Secretary-T reasurer Mr. Jac. D. Plett T rustee BLUMENHOF SCHOOL Enrolment for Grade I 10 Grade II 10 Grade III 11 Grade IV 7 Grade V 14 Garde VI 11 1958 - 1959 Grade VII 2 Grade VIII 7 Grade IX 5 Grade X 5 Grade XI 7 Total 89 Courses given: Complete courses of instruction for Grades I to X 3 - DEDICATION - We dedicate this year ' s edition of the Blue and Gold to the parents who have made this year at school a success Year Rook Committee Sitting: Anne Fast Irene Janzen Secretary Typist Standing Agnes Hesse Assistant Editor Gordon Carriere Circulation Manager John Doerksen Advertising Manager Abie Penner . Editor Emmeline Plett Photographer 5 Minister’s Message The Evangelical Mennonite Church of Blumanort wishes the Student Body and Faculty of Blumenihof School the Lord’s richest blessing, not only now, but through¬ out the years of each individual’s time of service. “And iif ye call on the Father, who with¬ out respect of persons judgeth according to every man’s work, pass the time of your sojourning here in fear; For as much as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your Fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb with¬ out blemish and without spot.” 1 Peter 1-17 to 19. S e Inspector’s Message H. A. Mouritsen In my message to the graduates last year I stated that we were -standing on the threshold of a new era for education in Manitoba. -This prediction has now become a reality iin a large pant of our province. Although the major change has occurred ' in the -administration of secondary educ¬ ation, many added features were adopted which will benefit all levels and all phases of education. The secondary pupils of the future can expect to enjoy the following advantages which their -predecessors did not have. (1) For the first time in Manitoba, every boy and girl who desires a secondary ed¬ ucation Will have the right to attend a high school. (2) The high school programme will be more versatile and more flexible to meet the varying needs of the pupils. (3) There will be specialized instruction a- vailable in the important academic, techni¬ cal and vocational subjects. (4) There will be an opportunity for the pupils to attain a higher standard of a- chievement in all subjects, made possible by improved instruction and better facilities. (5) The pupils will have the opportunity to work and play with a larger group of youth at their own age level. Although the graduates of 1959 will not enjoy the benefits of the new plan, they can serve those Who are to follow by shouldering their share of -the responsibil¬ ity of obtaining the objective which will guarantee that every pup ' il in the future who desires a secondary education will be able to gat it by right and not by chance. To the graduates, my sincere congrat¬ ulations for a job well done. For each of you I wish a good life filled with your share of good health, happiness and peace of mind, H. A. Mouritsen, B.Sc., B.Ed., M.Ed. Inspector of Schools 7 Ben D. Dueck Grades 9-11 As I think of the relatively short time that has elapsed since my last visit with you in the 1957-58 yearbook, one thing comes home to me forcibly. It is this: yes¬ terday (or yesteryear, for that matter) re¬ turns no more, and tomorrow ‘is shrouded in the deep mists of uncertainty; it is only today that is really significantly ours. “Well, what of today?” you ask. “Why is it so significant ?” Let me explain. While It is certainly understood that both past and future hold hands with the present, it seems to me that today’s things, done or undone, become the history of tomorrow. Those righteous re¬ solutions made for tomorrow mean nothing at all unless puit into effect in the present. Today is the only sphere in which we may operate. This Is borne out by great writers and thinkers of the ages. Even our dear guidebook, the Bible, maintains that today is of tremendous value, is dhown dm the admonition in Hebrews 3:7 and in the blessed promise of our Lord to the repent¬ ant malefactor in Luke 23:43. When we consider relationships and achievements in school, our impression of the impact of the present is deepened. lit is always today’s lesson learned or not learned, today’s assigment finished or left From the Principal’s Desk undone, today’s absence or presence that determines and shapes the character of each individual student. After all is said and done, isn’t each human being the sum total of all his acts, in all his “todays” ? Fortunately, we teachers and students are able to capitalize on this fact. No long¬ er need we attempt to cross bridges before they appear. Worry over unencountered problems need not spoil today ' s golden hours. As long as we do our daily stretch faithfully, even those final examinations will bow our way when they, in their turn, en¬ counter us. On the other hand, however, there are some rather frightening aspects about to¬ day. If it ' is true that tomorrow’s worries need not upset us in the present, it is also equally true that things left undone that should have been (attended to today are opportunities forever lost. ' How, important it is then, teacher, to give that cheering word, that pleasant smile, that helpful hint right now! Students and graduates —• TODAY you build, either wisely or un¬ wisely, the young man or young woman you will (actually be in all your “todays” to come. Let’s all make a (splendlid job of it together, shall we? Having friends, ad¬ vertising well-wishers, trustees, and staunch parents to back us, and trusting in God to supply strength, wisdom, and patience, we here at Blumenhof School firmly be¬ lieve (that each of our days will be success¬ ful. Being old-fashioned enough to believe in a Creator, and realizing our own weak¬ nesses in doing His will at all times, we have one more thought to leave with all of you who have an interest in our school. It is dimply this: will you pray for us - today ? Sincerely, Ben B. Dueck 8 Teacher’s Report Room II Irivin Penner Grades 4-8 Life is like a journey. Anyone that has had the privileged experience of going on a trip will have learned a few simple facts about it. First of all there is the stage of pre¬ paration. This is most important. The suc¬ cess of a journey, be ' it for one day, a week, or a year, depends upon how careful¬ ly the person taking the journey has pre¬ pared. Every child going to school is pre¬ paring for its journey through life. Help¬ ing the Child with its preparation is the responsibiity of the parent, teacher, and fellow-man. Solomon in his great wisdom ■said “Train a ' Child in the way he should go; and when he is old he will not depart from it.” The second point is the journey itself. It is wise to have a map to guide us on our way. Decisions have to be made as to choice of roads to take. In our journey through life we have only one important guide; that is God’s word. If this guide will be followed closely it is a sure Guide. In it we find the right and sure way to take. Jesus says “I am the way the truth and the life.” We also meet friends and comrades on our journey. Our Guide will also show us how to act towards those travelling with us. Let us consider the conclusion John Boyle O’Reilly comes to after testing all other possessions When he says “Each heart holds the “secret” “Kindness” Is the word. Last of all is our destination. Where are we going ? What will be the end ? How long will it be until we arrive there? For some of us the journey is longer than for others. The time is in God’s hand. As we journey on we move from station to station. Some to this station, others to another. But our destination should be a common goal for all. Our Master and Guide has gone before, and prepared a place for us. Let us iall meet in the glorious mansion in Heaven. Irvin Penner 9 Miss Elvera Schroeder Grades 1-3 Teacher’s Report Room I Although it is hard to believe, another ■school year is almost gone. In it many changes have taken place. These changes we find espciaily in the beginners who have sat dn school for almost a whole term. They no longer come to school with a vague ‘idea as to what will happen there. They know. Every morning is begun with devotions and prayer. They know that after that comes reading and arithmetic. The afternoons, too, are no novelty to them now. First the teacher calls the roll and then they ' settle down to listen to the story she is reading. And then back to work. Once more they have to learn their reading, besides doing their writing and a bit of ' Spelling. Then comes the last recesis of the day. Oh how much fun it is to swing on the swings, play in the snow- or even play football; but the bell rings so very soon! Back to their seats they come for the last part of the day. During these last minutes they can hear Bible stories to which they listen with open ears and, we pray, open hearts. As we glance over the year and see the many Changes that have taken place we pray that they might be for the ' ir benefit. Elvera Schroeder 10 President’s Message Gordon Carrier The first few weeks at Blumenhof High were quiet weeks, but later, ever since the wiener roast in autumn, the ' students have been together more as a group than indiv¬ idual persons. The enthusiastic students were determined to make this year at Blumenhof High a successful one. Our class consists of seventeen students. Subjects such as Algebra and Geometry are difficult for most students. Although science experiments are fun, they may end up in a mess. Activities such as socials, sports Red Cross raffle, and also the literary were at¬ tended and done with great interest (espec¬ ially the sports part of the activities). It gave us a thrill to win a few hockey games. But football was a different story. As this is my first time in taking part in the student body, I have experienced the worries of being a class president but still have a lot to learn. One thing I can truly say is this: I have enjoyed working together with the members of the student body and also the yearbook committee. I want to thank Mr. Dueck, our teach¬ er, for the generous and patient way he helped us in our studies. I would also like to wish the graduates the best of luck and success in their future careers. As a whole this has been a prosperous year for the students although it might have turned some hairs grey for our coura¬ geous teacher. (We must now) With fin¬ al exams not so far in the future, we must concentrate in our studies. Gordon Oarriere 11 Abie Penner Editorial Another year at school is nearing the end and another edition of our yearbook, “The Blue and Gold’’ had been completed. We hope that the year book will be a means of giving our parents and friends a look ait our life at school. We have tried to reserve space for every activity so that a true picture of school life may be portrayed. Making the yearbook has given us an excellent chance to make use of our talents, lit had been a hard job at times, but always a pleasant one. Writing essays seems to be a tedious chore consequently are hard to obtain. Candids, on the other hand, are easy to get sinc e everybody enjoys taking pic¬ tures at the most unexpected and unde¬ sirable moments. At year book meetings we scratch our hair in an attempt to increase our circulation and to get more articles for the yearbook. On behalf of the committee I’d like to thank those of you who have contributed articles for the yearbook and also our ad¬ vertisers who made this book possible, I also wish to thank the committee for the splendid co-operation they have shown in working towards the completion of a better “Blue and Gold.” Abie Penner 12 STUDENTS. As you like it. Say “cheese”. The final touch. Sage. You can’t put that down my throat Refreshing pause. Day-dreaming Agnes. Defeat is approaching Friends. “Das grosse ich”. 1 1 4 Mr. Chairman; Honoured Guests; Ladies and Gentleman Fellow Graduates; The year is almost past. What have we gained ? Has the eleventh year of stud¬ ies been of any use in the shaping of our personality, in the building of our character and in the developing of our ability to live pleasantly and usefully among our fellow- men? This question must be answered in the future. We, as graduates have a ' Sincere desire to prove ourselves to those who made this year possible for us. To the undergrad¬ uates our admontion is: ' Strive for the high¬ est. Never let a second-best be good enough. “The best” can be reached if seriously sought and worked for. Let us ever increase in knowledge, wisdom and love towards our fellow-men. The future for a number or all of us may be only a blank wall. Let us remember, however, that we need live only ;bbe pre¬ sent. We need not worry or plan for a number of years ;in advance. Since we have only the present, this minute in which to live, let us live it vividly, completely and satisfactorily, in the upward direction, after we leave. Let us as graduates and as under¬ graduates isat a goal for ourselves. May we never choose a goal of less (than “the per¬ fect”, and may we never let the goal fade from sight. Sometimes the goal may seem as a mirage and .may seem to fade, but if we aim for it we need not lose sight of it. In using our talents, we will not be judged for the amount of work done. Our faithfulness towards our Master in using ■the talents He has given us will judge us. Set a goal, aim for it and strive for it a- gainst all odds coming our way. Let us be faithful in the field .assigned by our Master. In closing, I would like to leave this thought with you, that: “in all these things, we are more (than conquerors through Him that loved us.” Emmeline Plett 15 ABIE PENNER Abie bails from Ridgewood. He has a good bass voice and makes use of it by singing in two church choirs and lin itihe male quartet. His curved tennis serves are hard to return. Likes Mathematics, Chem¬ istry, and chocolate cake. He ‘is our capable Year Book Editor and sports convenor. He is continually pestered by his female neigh¬ bors across the aisle and behind him. He doesn’t seem to mind though! While driv¬ ing his ‘58 Ford, Abie takes great delight in scaring his passengers, Abie is frequent¬ ly found napping while Mr. Dueck is, lec¬ turing on: “The roots of the present lie deep in the past.’’ MELVIN FRIESEN Jolly smart fellow! Melvin is reserved, but can participate in an argument during class period. Although he missed school for a number of years, he didn’t find it hard picking up the basic facts, like theorems and chemical equations. He already excels in subjects like social studies and chemistry. Melvin’s hobby and athletic abilities are clearly revealed in being one of the cham¬ pion players in the local hockey league, A lot of Melvin’s time is spent in “picking’’ away on that “ole” guitar. He doesn’t real¬ ly mind being bothered by Valida. He is occasionally known as “Teacher’s Pet”. IRENE JANZEN Irene is ‘that girl we would all miss if she was’t ' there. She is a good sport Irene has a twinkle in her eye at times that make us wonder what’s up her sleeve. “Tem¬ per?” just a bit, to add the spice to life in school. Her record shows regular attend¬ ance of Which the school needs more. She has a good soprano voice of which she makes good use. A bit moody particularly so, early in the morning; perhaps it is for a good reason. When her face is covered with a frown we are sure ' that she is ' think¬ ing quite seriously of her June Exam in Social Studies. She believes quite definitely that walking to school in the morning is benefical to her health and mood during the day. GRAD UATES Emmeline Plett Our capable social convenor. Brain of the class. Expresses her opinions during any discussion. She thinks public speaking and debating are fun. If she As to be con¬ vinced, you have to be ready to prove your statement. She excels in singing, Lit¬ erature, skating, and watching hockey. She insists that she can’t act like a lady. You can’t be moody for very long when she ' is around. Walks down the ' ally of “Good In¬ tentions.” When you hear the expression “Oh Yinta”, something has annoyed Em¬ meline. To ease her tightened nerves, she plays the accordian. mo- ■ AGNES HESSE Neat and punctual As this friendly cheer¬ ful lass. Agnes is the youngest in a family of ' three girls. She likes skating, singing and ' does well An Mathematics. Writing his¬ tory notes is excluded from her l ' ist of favorite pastimes. Agnes As a champion in ping-pong. She As privileged in having dark brown hair, and eyes, and (in having artistic abilities. Get her excited and you ”11 hear something like: ‘Qo lala’. She As our modern hair-dresser in school. She can very seldom be seen without her bosom pal, Emmeline. Has good intentions An over¬ coming her ‘giggling spells’. MONROE DOERKSEN Monroe is our tallest gent¬ leman. He joined our ranks after Christmas. Is a friend¬ ly chap and very co-operat¬ ive. His interests are reveal¬ ed by success in soccer. His favourite ' subject As Chemis¬ try. Occasionally comes to school in a 1956 Plymouth. Works hard at his studies and usually manages to have his homework finished. Will become Charles Dickens ' the Second? Thrives on teasing Agnes. 17 Small and reserved buit has a keen sense of humor. Good at outdoor sports as well as studies. Dwells in Blumeruort and be¬ tween road grader and ‘57 Ford manages to attend school quite regularly. She’s sec¬ retary of the yearbook and a graduate of the S.B.I. For (her good deed of the year she stays with her mother. ' Enjoys Maths but could quite Cheerfully omit public speak¬ ing from her studies. Anne lis taking sub¬ jects in both Grade ten and eleven. JOHN DOERKSEN John is an “easy to get a- long with” fellow. He can keep a serious face during school hours and can pre¬ tend to have a “listening ear” to the teacher’s continual drone. Often has his home¬ work finished. He is of-ten known as “Honest John”, and seems to justify his nick¬ name. He isings well and plays a number of instru¬ ments. He is good on the soccer field, and baseball field and is a Champion cen¬ tre in hockey. GRADE VALIDA LOEWEN This ' happy-go-lucky character possesses a temper highly inflammable. She doesn’t take things too sertously-She seems to find typing easy, judging by the three figure marks she gets. Maths disgusts her and German more so. Her favorite “Side kick” is ' Irene Janzen. Valida is kept occupied in her spare time conversing with Melvin. Val ' ida’s friendship is cherished by all. Anne Fast GORDON CARRIERE ! • Here is a rather quiet and serious chap of medium build. His marks are a good a- venage with his favorite subject Science. He plays the role of president in the Stu¬ dent Body Council and an active member of ithe Year Book Committee. He is very good at sports and also has his place ' in the Blumenbof Hockey Team. He chums a lot with John. Has a pleasant smile that even the shyest -person can’it resist. He is the leading bass in the Blumenhof Choir. His favorite expression is “What’s the mat¬ ter?” TEN One smiling face that we can always find at B.H. ' is Irene’s. One of those lucky girls — has natural curly hair. Irene thinks that Math¬ ematics could be omitted from the school cunriclum. Ajs for Irene’s future, we picture a friendly petite girl, sitting at a typewriter, not concentrating on her work. We must give her credit though, for some “stable” work she does at home. IRENE JOYCE RONNIE JOYCE Curly hair, and easy to get along with. Occasionally known as “The English Gent¬ leman”. If a noise is heard in the lobby at 9:15 we know it’s Ron. Buring recess he is often found in the hall -surrounded by a number of room two girls. Takes pride in irritating Irene Janzen during history per¬ iod. L ' ives somewhere east of Giroux. 19 JIMMY HORNAN Jimmy ' is tops in hiis favorite subject, Science. This brown-eyed boy loves sports of ail kinds. ' He likes pulling the girls hair but doesn’t like his own pulled. He doesn ' t seem to mind the fact that he is the only boy in his grade. He arrives at school punctually at 9:10. MARINA UNGER Marina is a very friendly girl. Her fav¬ orite subject is Literature, but she doesn’t care for Maths. Her hobbies are collecting autographs, skating and teasing Jimmy. She flavours school life with a good joke now and then. She enjoys chatting with Della. Her ambition is to become a secre¬ tary. WANDA GRYBOS Wanda is the girl who usually has a reason for her unfinished assignments. She is known as the Champion sleeper of the class. Is it because she is bored, or is she always dreaming about that millionaire ? Wanda doesn’t know Why a subject like Mathematics is in existence. Because she is constantly being bothered by Jimmy she can’t give her studies needed attention. LUANA DUECK Although our youngest student, Luana rates first in her class. She very clearly varifies the fact that “Bookworms don’t have to bite.” Her hobbies are stamp-collect¬ ing and corresponding with her friends. That inquiring look at John means she wants to know the time. DELLA LOEWEN Quiet and reserved, Delia has opinions her own wlhioh she voices sparingly. Della doesn’t believe in receiving her daily exer¬ cise by walking to school in the morning. She checks up on history in her up-to-date diary. Will she serve as clerk in her father’s store ? 20 Grade Nine This year there are five happy grade IX students in the classroom. Our teacher helped us through the harder subjects of Algebra and History so that we even begin to enjoy them. Our moat enjoyable minutes of the day are spent outdoors, playing games with a good deal of friendly talking and cheery laughter. In story-book time after dinner, we en¬ Grade Ten The year 1958-59 started out with two students enrolled in grade ten, but the number rapidly increased to five. The first period of the day Ann and Melvin join us in algebra and geometry. Most of us wouldn’t miss mathematics or German if they were not taught. According to Irene and Ronnie, French can’t be any better than German. On behalf of the grade ten class I would like to thank Mir. Dueck for the Class Report joy humorous and serious books. They help us to attack our studies with renewed vigour. The library is a favoured retreat of ail students who are seeking for a place to chat or to do last-minuite homework! We extend best wishes to the graduates and thanks to our teacher, who helped to make this year a success. Luana Dueck Class Report worthy instructions he ihas given to us, and to the graduates, the best of luck and God’s blessing in the future. During recess we forget our studies and concentrate in softball, volleyball, or soccer. We are thankful that we can go to a school where we get religious studies and God grant that we may live according to what we have been taught. John Doerksen 21 High School Choir Rare Peace On The World 1. Look at itihe freshly-fallen snow, Silent it lies; no breezes blow. Slowly clouds go sailing on high Whispering: “Fairy-bird, do come nigh!” 2. No itwitter or chatter is heard, Not even swift wings of a bird. The Cottontails out on the hill Wondering why the world’s so still. 3. The deer, pausing at water’s brink, Is taking his time for a drink. Not even the trees sigh and moan Nor does the cartwheel start to groan. 4. The Lord has made the creature small, And the long stillness over all. This stillness come when Christ knows best. To give his creatures a sweet rest! Luana Dueck 22 ACTIVITIES . STUDENT COUNCIL Sitting: Valida Loewen, Secretary; Gordon Carriere President. Standing: Agnes Hesse, literary convenor; Melvin Friesen Red Cross president, Abie Penner, sports convenor; Irene Janzen, vice-president; Emmeline Plett; social convenor; Mr. Dueck, teacher. What I Want Out of Life I want two things out of life: a small, old, country school and a home among the the pines. The school is old-fashioned in a “backwoods area” wihere life moves at a slower pace than here. The school presents a scene something like this: Shaggy, un- painted walls with creaky steps; an old wood stove at the back of the room that eats wood all winter long and just barely manages to keep the room warm; a scratch¬ ed, umpaimted floor; desks that bear the initials of bygone generations; a library with a few tattered books; an old cracked bell; and doors that creak so much that they could ' drive one crazy. The children are a happy bunch, physically strong, heal¬ thy, hardy, and of fine character. Some of them are bright, some are dull, and some are just plain average. They are all very anxious to study. One big, lanky boy near the stove is determined on becoming a teacher. The little girl in front of my desk tells me timidly that she is going to be a nurse when she grows up. The stout, fat boy that waddles around while trying to play soccer is going to be rich someday, so that he can stay in bed all morning. That square-built, tough boy is following the foot prints of his father, a hunter. So it goes down the line, each one having his big hopes and high ambitions. This is my fine school. My abode is a humble home, set in the pleasant presence of tall, proud pines. A creek ' trickles through the back yard and on to the muddy lake, one-half mile away where rest the migrant ducks and geese. The deep bass call of a gander bo his be¬ loved mate pierces the twilight air. A red squirrel scolds noisily as one of my boys throws a nut at him. A robin hops over to the bird fountain and has a good bath. On a distant barren hill, a coyote howls mer¬ cilessly at the rising, golden moon. The chickens squawk noisily as they search for a restful roost. The fat p ' ig grunts content¬ edly as he beds down until dawn of day. These are the surroundings of my home. My home itself is not very large; is well constructed but ' simple. In this cozy home With me dwell my loving wife and “kids”. We don’t have all the comforts and conven¬ iences of the modern, new-fangled homes, but we are content and happy. In the even¬ ings I prepare my lessons for the next day. The walls are decorated with trophies from my hunting and fishing. I’ve taken a course in taxidermy and am able to preserve many of my precious specimens. On the wall hang a pair of antlers, a mallard duck, and a Canada goose. In one corner rests the bothersome mother skunk with her brood of six little ones. Beside me is my ' inseparable companion, Red, an intelli¬ gent Irish Setter. Such Shall be’ my life: a good school, a cozy comfortable home, a loving family and living in God’s beauti¬ ful nature. LITERARY COMMITTEE Irene Joyce, Agnes Hesse, convenor, Della Loewen. RED CROSS COMMITTEE Wanda Grybos, treasurer; Luana Dueck, sec.; Melvin Friesen, president. 25 SOCIAL COMMITTEE Valida Loewen; Marina Unger, Emmeline Plett, convenor. Social To add variety to the heavy grind of studies we had social activities such as the following: One of our social activities in early fall was a wiener roast, which could be considered as a get-aquainted party. Stu¬ dents from various districts who came to Blumenhof High to further their education were present and enjoyed a hearty evening. The roasted wieners on the glowing fire and the fresh buns added a special treat to our gathering. Our last Christmas banquet was pre¬ pared by a jolly group of high school girls, and later the boys toad all the fun of doing the dishes. Games, sing ing, nuts and fruit Report added the finishing touch to the delight- fuly evening. However, our skating parties were too interesting not to be mentioned. The clear crisp air and the skating produced a heal¬ thy appetite. Therefore a delicious lunch of hot chocolate, cakes and sandwiches was served. Although the party was enjoyable, the camera shy students had difficulty trying to avoid all the flashes that crossed the room. This, however, added a special spice to our skating parties. These and other ' activities made the year more en¬ joyable. Valida Loewen 26 SPORTS COMMITTEE Jim Hornan, Ronnie Joyce, Abie Penner, convenor. Sports Report “All work -and no play makes Jack a dull boy” and Who wants to be dull? For this reason we leave the -atomic theory and the FOI ' L method -for brief periods of fun. We started off with softball and later on football. The new valley ball net was put up and the poor soccer ball -got kicked all over the yard. In spring we -settled down for the final -stretch of -softball In prepar¬ ation for -the cl ' imax--the annual match be¬ tween students and ex j stu-den-ts. We -have enjoyed some out of -school activities. To start -off we had -a game -of football against the -ex-students. This turn¬ ed out rather unsuccessfully for us. In two hockey games, -however, we had the plea¬ sure of winning. This was a good -reward for our practice. Sports is a necessary activity of our daily school. ' Here we learn -the meaning of good sportsmansihi-p, and also how to apply -it. Abie Penner 27 1. Undeated Champs 2. Face off. 28 3. Chivalry? 4. In a huddle. 5. Active goalie. 6. Who’s winning ? 7. Reserved Champions. 1. Just married. 2. Patient instruction brings good results. 3. Bosom pals. 4. High School? 5. Frog in the throat. 6. That’s hard to say. 7. Complicated. 8. Say, “cheese” 9. Homeward bound. 10. Snooping. 11. Nurses and needles. 12. Happy. Room II Sports and Red Cross Committees 32 ELEMENTARY CLASSES . . p■■ . Grade VIII Standing: Hilda Friesen, Iris Reimer, Marjorie Unger, Murray Barkman Irene Unger, Margaret Penner, Wilma Friesen, Teacher: Mr. Penner. Grade VII Sitting: Lottie Dueck, Linda Friesen. Grade Six Back Row: Ruth Toews, Clarice Penner, Verna Reimer, Sara Doerksen, Pauline Doerksen, Margaret Plett, Teacher: Mr. Penner. Front Row: Catherine Friesen, Clifford Friesen, Joe Unge� Leo Unger, Eleanor Plett 34 Grades Five and Four Back row: Dorothy Unger, Amanda Plett, Art Reimer, Larry Reimer, Jimmy Reimer, Wilbert Friesen. Front row: Joey Tharp, Elaine Barkman, Henry hriesen, Alice Reimer, Bernie Plett, Teacher: Miss Schroeder. 35 Grades Two and One Back row: Grade II: Ray Friesen, Stanley Dueck, Brian Plett, Arnold Reimer, Henry Doerksen, Ronnie Reimer, Gracie Friesen, LaVerna Plett, Helen Reimer, Josephine Toews. Front row: Delbert Reimer, Wesley Plett, Kenneth Barkman, Helen Friesen, Kather¬ ine Friesen, Ruthy Unger, Irene Bergman, Diana Plett, Rosemarie Dueck, Teacher: Miss Schroeder. Room II Red I think it ' is interesting being a member of the Red Gross Program Committee. Our aim An this activity is to help .the crippled and needy children. Many of them are so handicapped they have to stay in bed, sit in a wheel chair or walk on crutches. Sad to say, they have to be away from home in hospitals and sanitoriums day in and day out. Our committee makes up the program. About two weeks before the program, slips Cross Report are given to each individual that has to bring something. The program consists of songs, poems, games, riddles and jokes. To end the program a collection is taken. Then follows the closing song and nominating the next committee. Let us continue working together and helping the needy, for the Lord has pro¬ mised to reward those giving a cup of water to the needy. Vida Janzen 36 CANDIDS I CANDIDS ra • • ! J Jm i £1 School Calendar August— 28—School opens September— October— 3—Student Body Election 14—Thanksgiving 16—Football against ex-students 23—Baseball Room III against Room II 30-31—Teachers’ Convention November— 10—Room II plays soccer against Ridgewood 28— ' Exams started December— 5—Exams finished 20—Christmas Banquet 23—Christmas Program 29—Skating Party January— 5—School opens 17—Skating Party February— 5— Pictures at Wait’s 6— Room HI vs. Kleefeld in hockey 10—Room II hockey at Kleefeld 17—Room H vs. Ridgewood in soccer 26— Room III vs. Kleefeld in hockey 27— Room II vs. Ridgewood in hockey March— 5-6—Parents Day 5— Pride and Prejudice 13—Business, Merely Business 19-25—Easter Exams 26—Easter Holidays Begin April— 6— School opens May— 1— Room HI vs. Room II in softball 2— Graduation Banquet 21—Arbor Day 29—Graduation June— 18-29—Exams 30—Picnic Autographs B E R G M A N N MEAT PRODUCTS + CUSTOM KILLING CUSTOM COOLING CUTTING ♦ CURING ♦ SMOKING Phone 11-1-1 Blumenort Blumenort Co - op Produce FERTILIZER FEED EGGS POULTRY EQUIP. See Your Own Business For Best Possible Prices PHONE 15-1 JANZEN ' S GARAGE PRODUCTS FIRESTONE TIRES AND BATTERIES GENERAL REPAIRS Ph. 14-1 Blumenort Exch. R.R. 1, Giroux Compliments of Blumenort Cafe ____ COMPLIMENTS OF Red River Valley Mutual Insurance Co. Altona, Manitoba For your Insurance Needs see Your Local Agent JOHN U. BRANDT Ph. 4-2—Blumenort Exchange Your Best and Cheapest Insurance is CAUTION South East Turkey Hatchery Ltd. Breeders and Producers of B. B. Bronze Poults R. R. 1, Giroux Phone Blumenort 23-1 A. K. PENNER SONS MANUFACTURERS OF • Ties - Poles - Lumber RETAILER OF Cement - Plywood - Nails Pulp - Lumber - RUSH BAY, ONT. PHONE 19-2 GIROUX. MAN. WITH THE COMPLIMENTS OF Hpi Ernest R. Goossen Compliments of BARRISTER AND SOLICITOR NOTARY PUBLIC C. T. LOEWEN Steinbach, Manitoba SONS LTD Compliments of Steinbach Dry Cleaners QUALITY DRY CLEANING In today — out tomorrow Not the biggest, just the best 35-1-1 Steinbi Phone 1-2 Steinbach 43 THE DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS CANADIAN WHEAT IS NOT A NEW PROBLEM Ii is a recurring one It recurs because in each recurrence the disposal method has been cut from the same pattern — the conception that market control can provide income guarantees and security for prairie agriculture. Each such attempt at a solution, including the present one, has failed because successful mar¬ keting of grain and the search for security, two separate and distinct prob¬ lems, cannot be achieved by the same treatment. Security for producers is not the concern of our customers overseas, and MUST be solved at home in Canada. Price flexibility in marketing is a MUST if Canada is to successfully compete in the world market. Greater use of the facilities of the market place will provide enlarged opportunities to farmers to produce and sell the product of their farms. THE WINNIPEG GRAIN EXCHANGE The Family Shoe Store Shoes for the Whole Family We Aim to Please Phone 95-2 Steinbach Engbrecht Garage Ltd. Case Farm Equipment 423 Main St. Steinbach Phone 127-1 Reimer Foods Ltd. Satisfaction Guaranteed or Money Cheerfully Refunded 44 45 Alt ' s Radio Electric SERVICE CENTRE OF THE SOUTHEAST Phone 170 1 Steinbach Loewen Auto Wrecking For Prompt Service Ph. 67-2-2 Steinbach USED AND REBUILT Generators, Starters, Carburetors, Transmissions, Water Pumps, Springs COMPLIMENTS OF Steinbach Flour Mills Ltd. POULTRY EQUIPMENT FEED Compliments of James Eastwood Optometrist Offices in Steinbach and Winnipeg COMPLIMENTS OF BLUMENHOF HOCKEY CLUB Member of the Hanover-Tache League 16 and FL °0R corn . Supreme K Enamel Rich gloss finish for kitchen ond bathroom walls and woodwork . . . lovely colors . . . long-wearing. j THE m CANADA PAINT CO. LIMITED cpsjn Your Grains Mixed to Order With SWIFT ' S CONCENTRATES EVERYTHING FOR THE FARM AT LOWEST GOING PRICES! HARDWARE DRY GOODS PAINTS GROCERIES BOOTS SHOES PAY CASH AND PAY LESS 2% DISCOUNT ON EVERYTHING P. J. LOEWEN R. R. 1, GIROUX Manitoba 47 Compliments of Steinbach 5c to 1.00 Store SCHOOL SUPPLIES COMPLIMENTS OF Loewen Pharmacy Ltd. Prescriptions Drugs Sundries Steinbach Ph. 192-1 Compliments of UNGER ' S JEWELRY Dealers in HIGH GRADE WATCHES Ph. 74-4 Box 129, Steinbach Man. Compliments of Renner Transfer Ltd. DAILY FREIGHT SERVICE Steinbach Manitoba EGG GRADING STATION Steinbach Hatchery Ltd. Compliments of Compliments of Irvin Warkentin DEALER In first class New Holland haying machines LANDMARK PLUMBING AND HEATING A. R. PLETT, PROP. Ph. 18-4 Greenland Exch. Phone 11-2 Greenland Exch. R.R. 1, Box 18 Ste. Anne Lorette, Manitoba Compliments of K. K. Penner B-A PRODUCTS GOODYEAR TIRES Ph. 4-2-1 Giroux Manitoba Compliments of A. A. Dueck PAINTER Interior • Exterior Phone 4-1-5 Blumenort Exch. Landmark Motors We Keep ' Em Rolling YOUR UP-TO-DATE SERVICE CENTRE John Deere Dealer Meteor and Mercury Cars PH. GREENLAND EXCH., 11-1 49 Compliments of T. M. WIEBE Co. YOUR MASSEY-FERGUSON DEALER Phone 184-1 Steinbach figfc run Compliments of y 1 Neufeld Farm Equipment ' Engineering in Action” PH. 123-3 STEINBACH Betty ' s Grocery “The Friendly Store on the Corner” Phone 177-2 — 101 Main St. Groceries — Fresh Meats J. Art Regier, Proprietor Save for the Future • Serve the Community • Share in Thrift STEINBACH CREDIT UNION SOCIETY LIMITED INTEREST ON SAVINGS (Shares) 2 c c INTEREST ON CURRENT ACCOUNTS CHARGES 6 % ON LOANS An Organization Devoted to the Upbuilding of the Community Phone 38-1 50 Compliments of STEINBACH FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES Complete line of Moffat and Philco Appliances Ranges, Fridges, Dryers and Washers Complete Line of Furniture Phone 211-1 Steinbach Steinbach Creamery Distributors for Modern Dairies Produce and Blue Boy Ice Cream Ph. 79-1 Steinbach Steinbach Phone 65-1 Winnipeg GL 3-4623 Compliments of Barkman Hardware PLUMBING HEATING HARDWARE ! Phone 75-1 Steinbach AT YOUR SERVICE Poor Mary was a worried wife, She ' d just got the report. That John was bringing home the boss, And time was growing short. We ' ll cook the dinner perfectly, So fast — so cool — so clean, And when you go to greet the boss, He ' ll think, A perfect queen. How could she cook the dinner and Get prettied up and change? Said Alec, Count on me and your New automatic range. r-.v , Count on me . . . Wec ' ZiMty When Alec does the cooking, pots, pans and utensils sparkle. . . Kitchen walls and ceilings stay un¬ soiled . . . curtains keep a bright, fresh look. No wonder most people prefer electric cooking - the clean, convenient wayl Whatever you want to do • cook food, dry clothes, heat water, pre¬ serve food . . . i be carefree . . . do if electrically THE MANITOBA POWER COMMISSION 0 53 ' aya EATON’S IOF CANADA I . I-. ■ • THROUGH THE MAIL ORDER CATALOGUES TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FULL-TIME DAY COURSES Trades and Industries: in the following Commercial Haidressing Practical Nursing Radio Operators Commercial Cooking Meat Cutting Watch Repair Upholstering Woodwork Refrigeration Electrical Radio Television and Electronics Welding Machine Shop Diesel Automotive Body and Fender Repair Mechanical Drafting Building Drafting Estimating This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious young people over 16 years of age to prepare for employment. Manitoba Technical Institute Winnipeg 19, Manitoba 1181 Portage Ave. Phone SU 3-7127 C. T. Kroeker Sons TEXACO PETROLEUM PRODUCTS Agents for McCOLL FRONTENAC OIL CO. LTD. Steinbach Phone 93-2 Giroux Phone 8-5 UNITED COLLEGE An institution of the United Church of Canada Affiliated with the University of Manitoba Centrally located in Downtown Winnipeg UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT - Complete Arts Course, First and Second Year Science, Pre-Professional courses for Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering, Archi¬ tecture, Pharmacy, Law, Commerce. COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT - Grades XI and XII, Supplemental classes in Grades XI and XII (Aug. 1st to 24th). THEOLOGY DEPARTMENT - Diploma, B.D., and S.T.M. courses. SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES available Manitoba, Isbister and others tenable at United College. WRITE TO THE REGISTRAR, UNITED COLLEGE, WINNIPEG Corsfls 9 Lingerie 9 Hosiery 9 Dresses Coals 9 Gloves 9 Sweaters 9 Millinery 54 CONGRATULATIONS Compliments BLUMENHOF HIGH on the completion of your better 1959- 30 Yearbook and our best wishes for a successful culmination of your year’s academical work! Sincerely, Elvera Schroeder, Irwin ( Penner and Mr. Dueck, principal. J 1 of a Friend i: IGRAVINGS PRINTING of Tni? ' Book Derksen PRINTERS Limited STEINBACH “A Complete Printing Service” PHONE 72-1 MANITOBA 55