Bowdle High School - Bobcat Cossack Yearbook (Bowdle, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1969 volume:

1969 BOBCAT BOWDLE PUBLIC SCHOOL BOWDLE, SOUTH DAKOTA EDITOR: Susan Carlson ASSISTANT EDITOR: Connie Kurle ADVISOR: Miss Olga Wagner The tasks of the Board of Edu- cation have been increasing each year. Among its many functions are securing competent and pro- fessional teachers, providing a school which is comfortable and conducive to learning, and es- tablishing a secure budget appropriate for our needs. One of the main educational issues confronting the Board this year was individualized approach toward instruction. Our Board of Education is to be highly complimented for their fine efforts and earnest devotion. BOARD OF EDUCATION: Alvin Kurle, Vice chairman; Harold Nies, Oscar Metzger, Eugene Hart, Superintendent; Mike Mitzel, Chairman; Alvin Bauer, Wilmer Schaible, Clerk. GOVERNING BODIES IMPROVE SCHOOL SEATED: Marcella Feickert, Secretary; Brad Schlepp, Dennis Stotz, President; Wayne Buechler, Vice President. STANDING: Mr. Young- man, Advisor; Judy Hoven, Margaret Gross, Pat Miller, Susan Carl- son, Treasurer; Richard Mitzel, Wayne Bachman, Nancy Kiesz. The Student Council was a very busy organization this year. One of its first responsibilities was to keep a communicative line between the students and advisors. The Student Council developed and organized plans for Home- coming. Also among its activities was the sponsoring of a Saddie Hawkins dance. At Christmas a container was left in the Study Hall for all students wishing to contribute for the floor lamp purchased for the Bowdle Nursing Home. A new delightful Christmas happening was a film and a pinata break formulated and prepared by the Council members. ADMINISTRATION PLANS MOD” SCHEDULE MR. EUGENE C. HART B.S., M.A. Iowa State University Colorado State College Superintendent 8th Grade History Senior Class Advisor MR. ROGERYOUNG- MAN, B.S..M.A. Northern State College Central Michigan University Principal Senior Math Geometry Chemistry Football Coach Student Council Advisor The faculty led the students of Bowdle High School in an eventful and successful school term. All of the faculty put forth efforts to improve their own teaching methods and get more response from their students by having in-service training. They attended Sat- urday sessions that were conducted by edu- cational leaders, where ideas were exchang- ed on different teaching methods and tech- niques. Using Title I money, the faculty also made use of curriculum newsletters that were geared to each teacher's specific teaching area. Of course, their regular classes kept them busy with correcting papers and preparing interesting classes for the next day, but they still took time to chaperon fan buses, sell tickets, and take students to various con- ventions and educational gatherings. FRONT ROW: Mr. Hart, Mr. Ziegler, Mr. Huett- mann, Mrs. Schmierer, Mrs. Berg, Miss Wagner, Mrs. Erbe, Mrs. Heckenlaible, Mrs. Buechler. BACK ROW: Mr. Bodkin, Mr. Keyser, Mr. Otten- bacher, Mr. Schlinkert, Mrs. Schock, Mrs. Bieber, Mrs. Eder. NOT PICTURED: Mr. Youngman. 3 MR. DALE ZIEGLER, B.S. Northern State College Dr. Ed. Instructor Mechanical Drawing I Industrial Arts I, II, III Guidance Counselor Junior Advisor MR. KENNETH BODKIN, B.S. Black Hills State College American Government U.S. History 7th Social Studies 7-8 Boys Health Boys Physical Education Basketball Coach Track Coach FACULTY GAINS NEW TECHNIQUES MR. ROBERT SCHLINKERT, B. A. Luther College 7, 8,10, and 12 English Psychology 8th Advisor MR. MILTON OTTEN- BACHER, B. A. Augustana College English I and HI Algebra II German I Cross-Country One-Act Plays Declam Sophomore Advisor 4 MISS OLGA WAGNER, B.S. Northern State College Typing General Business Shorthand Office Practice Annual Advisor MR. KIRBY KEYSER, B.S. Black Hills State College 7th and 8th Science Physical Science Biology Freshman Advisor THROUGH IN SERVICE” TRAINING MRS. LENORA BERG, B. S. Northern State College Girls Physical Education 7th and 8th Grade Math Algebra I Art 7th and 8th Girls Health 7th Grade, Cheerleader, and Pep Club Advisor MR. RONN HUETTMANN, B. F. A. University of South Dakota A , B , and C Band Mixed Chorus Girls Glee Club Boys Glee Club lst-8th Grade Music Speech All-School Play Newspaper Advisor 5 A PERSONNEL THAT CARES To have an efficiently run school you need not only have well qualified teachers, but you must also have qualified personnel. The six bus drivers, headed by Dave Zimmer, transport stu- dents to and from school each day on their designated routes. Due to the snow and ice caused by blizzard-like conditions, the bus drivers' responsibilities were increased. BUS DRIVERS: Emil Dufloth, Oscar Metzger, Dave Zimmer, Dwight Commet, Rev. Archie Lovaas, and Joe Stappler. The cooks work many hours preparing meals which are nutri- tional, appealing, and tasty. Pizza, a favorite of the students, was added to the menu. The cooks also prepare special meals before holidays. The custodians, along with their regular duties, brightened the halls with a new coat of paint. They work very hard to make our surroundings more pleasant. Mrs. Schaible issues meal tickets, helps treasurers of classes and organizations balance their book, and is the school's efficient secretary. Mrs. Keyser was a part-time teachers' aide during the school's first semester. She also did secretarial work. Checking the eyes and ears of the elementary students was one project carried out by Mrs. Bodkin, the school nurse. She also collected general health records from the elementary students' parents. COOKS: Mrs. Emma Bonen, Mrs. Adeline Brown, Mrs. Freda Buck- We feel that we are very fortunate to have a personnel which enberger, and Mrs. Katie Dumdei. cares about our school. TEACHER'S AIDE: Mrs Cleo Keyser, SECRE- TARY: Mrs. Loretta Schiable. SCHOOL NURSE: Mrs. Velda Bodkin. CUSTODIANS: Mr. Emil Bonen and Mr. Dave Zimmer. 8 STANLEY BUECHLER OUR QUEST MARCELLA FEICKERT KATHY HUBER ALEXZINE KIESZ DONNIE HOUGHTALING CHARLEEN HOUGHTALING 10 PATTI NIES UNREACHABLE STAR WADE SCHMIERER MARSHA OSTER KAREN SCHMIERER GLORIA PETERSON BRAD SCHLEPP AN OPEN DOOR 12 TO THE FUTURE Leading the seniors through their last year were: Mr. Hart, Ad- visor; Marcella Feick- ert, President; Wade Schmierer, Vice- President; Alexzine Kiesz, Secretary; and Char Houghtaling, Treasurer. Wade Schmierer and Donnie Houghtaling are two seniors working on a chemistry experiment... The Seniors belonging to the Twelve Year Club this year were: Allen Leidholt, Tessy Bachman, Pam Knecht, Molly Vetch, Dennis Stotz, Marcella Feickert, Norbert Thomas, Kathy Huber, Karen Schmierer, Susan Carlson, Marsha Oster, and Brad Schlepp. For the 1968-69 school term at Bowdle High School, many things have changed. The seniors as well as the other high school students had to adjust to a new type of system, called MODULAR SCHEDULING. Under this flexible MOD a machines room was set up, called the A. V. Center, in which seniors in Honor Society acted as 'librarians. These machines and aids, which helped out many of the seniors in their classes, could be checked in and out much like a library. An old tradition was broken, to the disappointment of the seniors. They lost their privilege of being first in the lunch line, due to the new scheduling. On the 20th of December they put on a high school dance featuring a band called The Carousels. ACT tests and ITED tests aided the seniors in many challenging de- cisions about their future. Now after decisions are made, the seniors can look back with happy remembrances of those happy golden rule days but also can look to their future knowing that all of their high school experiences and years were an opening door to the challenges beyond. HONORED SENIORS RECEIVE AWARDS Susan Carlson, Valedictorian, received the top honor in the Class of 1969. She also, chosen by the American Legion Aux- iliary, attended Girls' State held at DWU. Marcella Feickert was chosen as the D.A.R. candidate from B.H.S. She was also an Out- standing Teenager and Betty Crocker Homemaker. Dennis Stotz received the honor of Salutatorian. He was also chosen as an Outstanding Teen- ager and attended Boys' State at NSC. Patti Nies was chosen as Presi- dent of the northern district of the South Dakota Student Librari- ans Association. SEATED: Susan Carlson, Patti Nies, Vice-President; Alexzine Kiesz, Secretary-Treasurer; Karen Schmierer, President. STANDING: Wayne Buechler, Nancy Kiesz, Pat Miller, Sandra Schlepp, Dennis Stotz, Connie Kurle, Mr. Hart, Advisor. HONOR SOCIETY Scholarship, leadership, service, and char- acter are the qualifications of a National Honor Society member. Ten students from grades eleven and twelve have met these requirements at the Bowdle High School. They are the members of the Dirego (I Lead) Chapter of the National Honor Society. This year the Dirego Chapter tackled a new HAS NEW PROJECT and very worthwhile project. Added to the school’s facilities was an Audio-Visual Center where the students of Bowdle High School were able to use the typewriters, ditto machines, and copiers. Filmstrips, movies, and tapes were also available. The ten mem- bers of the Honor Society served as super- visors in the AV Center with one member helping at all times. Wayne Buechler is setting up the film strip projector Watching Alexzine Kiesz prepare the ditto machine are for Cindy Kramer and Gordon Heinrich. Later, the stu- Roberta Nies and Ken Schuh. Students may make copies dents will be able to do this on their own. for class discussion groups. 15 Cathy Bollinger James Bollinger Gary Buechler Wayne Buechler Jim Commet Rosy Dewald Roxanne Dewald James Doerr Blake Eisenbeisz Evan Haar Sheila Holsworth Nancy Kiesz ACTION SPURS JUNIORS THROUGH Walter Kitzler Connie Kurle Charles Kurle Carolyn Lee Action was the word for the Juniors. Decoratingfor the Coronation was done in an unusual way in comparison to previous years. It pro- duced a more contemporary and sophisticated scene. ITED tests were a chal- lenge to further our gain in knowledge while the ac- quisition of the traditional concession stand was an easier task to take on. It was so successful that we reached our goal early in the year and passed on its responsibilities to other fund raising organizations. The ordering of class rings was an important step in the status of a Junior. Of course, the prom, and all its work, fun, and respon- sibility was the major achievement of the Junior class. The Juniors shown working at the concession stand are: Nancy Peterson, Nancy Kiesz, and Cathy Bollinger. 16 Kim Miller Pat Miller Jason Person Nancy Peterson Cathy Sandmeier Kathleen Sandmeier Leon Schaible Sandy Schlepp Julie Schuh Lance Schumacher Diane Snipes Leland Treichel A SUCCESSFUL YEAR Lonnie Vetch The Junior class officers are: Blake Eisenbeisz, Vice-President; Pat Miller, President; Sheila Holsworth, Secretary; Sandy Schlepp, Treasurer; and Mr. Ziegler, Advisor. Clayton Weber Arlyn Wiepking Marsha Weiszhaar NOT PICTURED: Kathy Mittleider 17 Kendall Aldinger Gail Bauer Candice Bieber Glenn Blumhardt Richard Carlson Marcia Devvald Cathy Fischer Margaret Gross Jacky Huber Lanet Eisenbeisz Bonnie Feickert RESPONSIBILITY BECOMES The sophomore class helped spur the homecoming activ- ities by decorating the gym for the homecoming dance and building a huge bonfire. The drivers' education class sent delegates to the Safety Convention in Pierre and began organizing a Safe- ty Council in their class. A new addition to their cur- riculum was a speech class the first semester. They decorated the stage for baccalaureate and gradua- tion and held a Senior Tea for the seniors and their parents. Sophomore officers were Candice Bieber, Secretary; Margaret Gross, President; Janell Leidholt, Treasurer; Dean Mertz, Vice-President; Mr. Ottenbacher, Advisor. Dean Mertz Mary Miller Douglas Kiesz Richard Mitzel David Person Sheila Langston A REALITY FOR THE SOPHOMORES Due to the aid of the new drapes in the typing room, visual aids will be able to be used for the benefit of the sophomores. 19 Kathy Abbey Cheryl Aldinger Dane Aldinger Dean Aldinger Wayne Bachman Leroy Beitelspacher Ila Binder Leo Bieber Gene Buechler Nancy Dewald Paulette Dewald Shelly Gross FRESHMEN LIVE TO LEARN- Francis Heilman Perry Hoffman Carolyn Houghtaling The freshman officers are Dane Aldinger, Vice President; Mr. Keyser, Advisor; Carol Huft, Secretary; Candice Lemke, Treasurer; and Wayne Bachman, President. 20 Corrine Hoven Ur Judy Hoven Carol Huft Alex Kiesz Candice Lemke Curt Lemke Mike Mertz Valynn Perman Susan Person Lexie Schlecht Sheila Schlecht Jayne Schlepp LEARN TO LIVE At their lockers, preparing for science class are Sheila Schlecht, Cheryl Aldinger, and Ha Bender. The freshman class began their first year of high school by adjusting to modular scheduling. Their biggest responsibility was cleaning up after the bon- fire and homecoming dance. They show promising abil- ity in band, chorus, ath- letics, as well as other extracurricular activities. They are looking forward to their next three years in Bowdle High School, which will bring more activity, more responsi- bility, and a wider range of academic subjects. Bonnie Sc huh Craig Schumacher GRADE 8 PRACTICES SELF-GOVERNMENT FIRST ROW: Curt Houghtaling, Joel Schmierer, Jerry Sandmeier, Linda Heilman, Colleen Buechler, Thomas Doerr, Randy Bollinger, Jane Dewald, Steven Giedt. SECOND ROW: David Beitelspacher, Thomas Klapperich, Sherry Steiger, Marcie Metzger, Neil Haar, Ron Stotz, Wynne Blumhardt, Kenneth Schuh, Christy Gross, Lyle Perman, Mr. Schlinkert. THIRD ROW: Jeff Buechler, Arlene Sandmeier, Linda Weber, Candice Huft, Ronnie Vetch, Robert Leidholt, Owen Schumacher, Linda Rieger, Darlene Sandmeier, Roberta Nies. MODERN MATH CHALLENGES SEVENTH GRADE FIRST ROW: Perry Hoven, John Pat Kurle, Janella Langston, Gary Bachman, Mike Dewald, Wally Blondo, Mark Hoven, Brenda Bollinger. SECOND ROW: Nancy Reiger, Jane Person, Donn Schaible, Colleen Walz, Joletta Binder, Mike Heilman, Kathy Weber, Debra Brown, Mrs. Berg. THIRD ROW: Kevin Schlepp, Walter Meakins, Peggy Klapperich, Cynthia Nies, Cindy Kramer, Rodney Zimmer, Jean Vetch, Paul Schuh. NOT PICTURED: Margie Mittleider. PROJECTS HIGHLIGHT SIXTH GRADE FIRST ROW: Loree Engesser, Russell Person, Connie Walz, Cindy Gross, Patty Bachman, Ricky Bollinger. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Eder, Cindy Lemke, Susan Abbey, Joseph Bieber, Ter- rance Heilman, Ronnie Mittleider, Marcia Schlecht. THIRD ROW: Harvey Doerr, Valette Per- man, Mona Zimmer, Cindy Beitelspacher, Mary Thomas. NOT PICTURED: Michael Huft and Leslie Hartman. TELE-LECTURE EXPANDS GRADE 5 INSIGHT FIRST ROW: Cindy Eisenbeisz, Kathy Schlecht, Randy Giedt, Terry Klapperich, Jackie Breit- ling, Mark Mertz, Russell Engesser. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Erbe, Yolanda Kurle, Dotty Haberer, Francis Mitzel, Jeff Thomas, Collette Carlson, Cloris Schumacher, Clarice Bollinger, Gary Mertz. THIRD ROW: Paulette Geier, Neil Schlepp, Marc Bonen, Scott Schaible, Jerae Buechler, Monica Steiger, Scott Bieber, Randall Eisenbeisz. NOT PICTURED: Elaine Heinrich. GRADE 4 CREATES PAPIER-MACHE PUPPETS FIRST ROW: Anita Haar, Debra Geier, Tracy Hoven, Debra Erlenbusch, Gail Weber, Montye Hagele, Marshall Oster, David Dewald, Sherry Gross, Curtis Bollinger. SECOND ROW: Rodney Breitling, Ronald G. Heilman, Todd Stotz, Nancy Schlepp, Ronald R. Heilman, Monte Zimmer, Allen Reuer, Patricia Heilman, Timothy Gross, Ronald Brown. THIRD ROW: Lee Ray Langston, Terrance Dewald, Judy Doerr, Valerie Perman, Theresa Heilman, Cynthia Huft, Bradley Bach- man, Penny Aldinger, Mary Dewald, Glen Buechler. THIRD GRADE EXPERIMENTS IN ART FIRST ROW: Bradley Holweger, Betty Blondo, Frank Fuetterer, Dianna Engesser, Jody Dufloth, Thomas Gross, Patrick Dewald, Barbara Bauer, Gary Kaup. SECOND ROW: Mary Mitzel, Scott Weiszhaar, Cheryl Thomas, Craig Carlson, Loel Rieger, Jeffrey Reuer, David Doerr, Susan Heilman, Deborah Stephan. THIRD ROW: Dennis Binder, Sandra Eisenbeisz, Cheryl Walz, Rennae Klapperich, Greg Buechler, Dale Bachman, Lisa Mertz, Stephan Carlson, Mar- jean Buechler, Mrs. Schmierer. NOT PICTURED: Sandra Mittleider. 24 GRADE TWO HAS INDIVIDUALIZED READING FIRST ROW: Peter Fuetterer, Gregg Bieber, James Lau, Mark Rohrbach, Jerray Bachman , Timothy Doerr, Donald Engesser. SECOND ROW: Brenda Klapperich, Loxie Eisenbeisz, Lisa Haar, Janet Lee, Melody Moser, Valessa Perman, Becky Weiszhaar, Mary Heilman. THIRD ROW: Jeanne Walz, Darryl Thomas, Kimberly Breitling, Carney Haberer, Jacqueline Heilman, Rodney Schlecht, Randall Schlecht, Ruby Zimmer. FOURTH ROW: Clyde Merkel, Denis Bachman, Jackie Aldinger, James Bonen, Miles Eisenbeisz, Mark Bollinger, Eddie Jay Eisen- beisz, Larry Gross, Stacy Haberer, Mrs. Heckenlaible. NOT PICTURED: Trudie Heinrich. FIRST GRADE OBSERVES ANT FARM FIRST ROW: Clyde Eisenbeisz, Lynette Klapperich, John Abbey, Carmen Binder, Sandra Heil- man, Nancy Gabriel, Lori Bollinger, Marlyn Engesser, Corrine Kaup. SECOND ROW: Shirley Huber, Gregory Huft, Dawn Stephan, David Knecht, James Heilman, Bryan Haberer, Carmen Gross, Stuart Carlson, Kevin Van Well. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Bieber, Steven Dewald, Allen Nies, Rick Rohrbach, Gwen Steiger, Michael Holweger, Patricia Haar, Jonathan Mertz, Myron Zim- mer, Kenneth Haberer, James Schlecht. 25 KINDERGARTEN MOVES TO BANDROOM SEATED: Timothy Geier, Lowell Perman, Charlene Thomas, Timothy Engesser, Anne Lau, Brett Hart, Timothy Carlson, Todd Bachman, Monica Schmierer, Karen Gabriel, Mary Anne Heilman. STANDING: David Stotz, Max Buechler, Derek Eisenbeisz, Mrs. Kurle, Billy Aldinger, Aldeen Sandmeier, David Stephan. Mrs. Buechler shown helping special students. The senior girls helped the teachers in the first and second grades. SEATED: Patti Nies, Karen Schmierer, Lonita Beitelspacher, Molly Vetch, Pam Knecht, Susan Carlson, Kathy Huber, Tessie Bachman. STANDING: Marsha Oster, Alexzine Kiesz, Charlene Houghtaling. 27 AUGUST 23 - 1968-69 School Term Begins 30 - Football Season Begins Langford - Here SEPTEMBER 2 - Labor Day - No School 6 - Hoven - There 13 - Pollock - Here 14 - Cheerleaders Clinic - Aberdeen 20 - Senior Pictures 20 - Java - There 24 - Ping Pongs 26 - Homecoming Coronation Program 27 - Homecoming Game with Roscoe 28 - Student Council Clinic - Huron OCTOBER 1 - Juniors Start Magazine Drive 4 - Selby - There 9-11 - SDEA - No School 11 - Hosmer - There 12 - Gypsy Day - Aberdeen 15 - College Night - Mobridge 18 - Herreid - Here 21 - Librarians Convention - NSC 24 - Group Pictures 25 - Timber Lake - There 26 - Parent-Teacher Conferences NOVEMBER 2 - District Declam Contest - Eureka 9 - All State Chorus - Aberdeen 11 - Veterans Day - No School 19 - Band Concert 26 - Basketball Season Begins Java - Here DECEMBER 3 - Ipswich - There 7 - Glenham - There 10 - NWLA - There 13 - Roscoe - Here 14 - McIntosh - There 15 - Christmas Concert 17 - Pollock - Here 18-19 - All School Play - The Odd Couple 20 - Hosmer - Here 27-28 - McLaughlin - D. H. - McLaughlin 1968 - 1969 Barney the Bobcat is the school mascot. A skit presented for the Homecoming Royalty. The boys have their turn at the pinata. 28 SCHOOL CALENDAR 6 12 13 15-18 21 24 31 7 12 14 17-22 Reveille is practiced every Monday morning. 26 28 29 JANUARY Vacation Ends - Back to School End of First Semester Kindergarten Begins Conference BB Tourney - Selby Roscoe - There Selby - There Herreid - Here FEBRUARY Pollock - There Solo and Ensemble Contest - Mobridge Faulkton - Here District Tourney - Hoven Lyceum Program Local Declam Contest (Grades 1-7) Regional BB Tournament - Aberdeen Study hall provides working time for students. Symbols of Graduation. MARCH 1 - Regional BB Tournament 3 - Pops Concert 5 - Government Day (Seniors) - Pierre 21 - End of Third Quarter 22 - Physical Education Day - Aberdeen 26 - Lyceum Program 29 - State Business Contest - Aberdeen 29 - Parent-Teacher Conferences APRIL 4 - Good Friday - No School 7 - Easter Monday - No School 11 - Large Group Music Contest - Mobridge 16 - Track Meet - Cheyenne 19 - Math Contest - Aberdeen 19 - Junior-Senior Prom MAY 4 - Spring Concert 9 - One-Act Play Contest 10 - Region Track Meet - Mobridge 16-17 - State Track Meet - Rapid City 20 - Awards Night 25 - Baccalaureate 27 - Commencement 27 - End of 1968-69 School Term 29 AGAIN ONE KING REIGNS Queen Pam Knecht King Curtis Eisenbeisz Bowdle High was again bustling with various activities as students were preparing for the annual Bobcat Days. Starting off the excitement of the event was the coro- nation of the Bobcat King and Queen. Thursday even- ing, September 26, 1968, ended the reign of Queen Florence Stern and Co-Kings Paul Bachman and Wayne Buechler, but it marked the beginning of Queen Pam Knecht's and King Curtis Eisenbeisz's reign. Blake Eisenbeisz, master of ceremonies, presented the evening's entertainment to the royalty. Skits were performed by the student body and the teachers. Following the coronation the students participated in a snake dance and enjoyed lunch after the bonfire. On Friday night the Bobcats bravely challenged the Roscoe Hornets, but the Bobcats went down in defeat. The students gathered in the gym after the game for a dance featuring Ray and the Ravens, thus ending memorable days in the history of the students. ROYALTY: Charleen Houghtaling, Marcella Feickert, Marsha Oster, Lynette Klapperich, Florence Stern, Pam Knecht, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Wayne Buechler, Steve Dewald, Dennis Stotz, Brad Schlepp, and Norbert Thomas. 30 HOMECOMING HIGHLIGHTS Casey's Coffins, presented by the Junior class, was chosen as the first place skit by the Royalty. Second place went to the Lettermen's Club for their skit, Kar Tire Wrench. The Pep Club received third place for their skit entitled Going My Way. The band and chorus both participated in the coronation program. James Doerr made a pleasant interruption in the evening's program to present to Mr. Youngman a victory scroll which was car- ried by the cross-country runners from Roscoe to Bowdle. We hope that some day the band, chorus, and the victory scroll will be spoken of not as an addition to the coronation program but as a tradition. Coaches watch blazing R Junior class presents Casey's Coffins 31 Band and chorus add to program Jim Doerr arrives with victory scroll New door is an added convenience HAPPENINGS AT BHS This year the students at Bowdle showed their patriotism in various ways. Since this was a presidential year, students took an active part in politics by campaigning and voting to elect new government officials. The students also participated in a Veterans Day program centering around the services of men who died for our country. Again this year Reveille, the raising of the flag on Monday, and Retreat, the removal of the flag on Friday, were performed by the various groups on their appointed days. A change made for the students' and teachers' convenience was a door connecting the science laboratory with the adjoining room. Also added to the school's program of education was a series of Lyceum programs including such topics as Music, Heroes, Narcotics, and Ocean Science. As in the previous year, a Christmas gift was given to the Bowdle Nursing Home with students contributing voluntarily for the purchase of several floor lamps. These are only a few of the many happenings which occurred at BHS but they shall remind us of a very productive year. Students vote at BHS Nursing Home residents receive Christmas gifts from Mary Miller helps out in Lyceum program students 32 JUNIOR HIGH TACKLES COMEDY The Odd couple was presented as the B.H.S. All-School play on December 18 and 19. The play was directed by Bowdle music teacher, Ron Huettmann. It was the first production of the play in any public school in South Dakota. DRAMA AWARDS Best Actress—Marsha Oster Best Actor—Paul Mertz Supporting Actress—Marcella Feickert Supporting Actor—Dean Schumacher Huckleberry Finn was presented by the Junior High English classes under the direction of Mr. Glenn Ulland. The play was presented on February 26, 1968 in the Bowdle High School auditorium. Jerry Sandmeier, Ron Stoz, Gail Bauer and Kendall Aldinger headed a cast of fourteen students. The play was the first Junior High play presented in Bowdle school. Curtain Call for Huckleberry Finn Pat Miller, Paul Mertz, Connie Kurle and Marsha Oster in a scene from The Odd Couple Bowdle High School held its one-act play contest on April 2, 1968. Battle of the Budget, Sophomore Class play, and The Man Without a Country, Junior Class play, were directed by Mr. Milton Ottenbacher. The Senior Class play, Man in the Bowler Hat, was directed by Mr. Glenn Ulland. ONE-ACT PLAY AWARDS Best Actress—Diana Hoven Best Actor—Gary Buechler Supporting Actress—Marcella Feickert Supporting Actor—Dean Schumacher A scene from the Sophomore Class play: Connie Kurle, Sandra Schlepp, Blake Eisenbeisz, Rosy Dewald and Pat Miller. 33 Seated at the head table were: Mrs. Dale Ziegler, Mrs. Eugene Hart, Mr. Mike Mitzel, guest speaker for the banquet, Mrs. Mitzel, and Fr. G. A. Althoff. FROM DREAMS TO MEMORIES garden of green and blue, and a wishing well held the punch bowl. The banquet, prepared by the junior mothers, was served by ten sophomores. Following the dance, a movie was held and an early-morning breakfast was served to end the memorable event. Many of the juniors, seniors, and their dates participated in the Grand March—the beginning of the formal dance on prom evening. A giant fountain added a splash of reality to the decor and served as a foreground for the Symphonians who provided the musical entertainment for the prom. Marcella Feickert, Paul Mertz, Molly Vetch, and Char Houghtaling, members of the junior class, helped to decorate. From dreams to memories were the words used to express the events of the 1968 Junior- Senior Prom and Banquet. Rhapsody In Star- dust was the theme chosen as the juniors presented the prom and banquet to the senior class on April 27. To complete the evening scene of the decor, a stone wall enclosed a STAFF CREATES BOOK OF MEMORIES” As the years fly by, one forgets the past events and occurrences that are seeming- ly so important during the high school days. To help you remember these im- portant occurrences, this book was com- piled for you. The Bobcat annual staff has worked for many long hours to reach this goal—to capture each important second and put it down on paper, so that one day you will be able to look back and remember. The eighteen members of the annual staff, under the supervision of Miss Olga Wagner, annual advisor, have strived to reach this goal, working dili- gently to complete this book. As pro- gress became evident, our satisfaction grew and the deadline became closer. As we present this book to you, we hope that our efforts will be successful, and that this book will become a book of memo- ries. SEATED: Marsha Oster, Music Editor; Dennis Stotz, Busi- ness Manager; Karen Schmierer, Class Page Editor; Susan Carlson, Editor; Connie Kurle, Assistant Editor; Marcella Feickert, Activities Editor; Curtis Eisenbeisz, Sports Edi- tor. STANDING: Julie Schuh, Assistant Business Manager; Marsha Weiszhaar, Assistant Music Editor; Sandy Schlepp, Assistant Class Page Editor; Wayne Buechler, Assistant Business Manager; Sheila Holsworth, Assistant Class Page Editor; Miss Wagner, Advisor; Pat Miller, Assistant Sports Editor; Kathleen Sandmeier, Assistant Activities Editor; Cathy Sandmeier, Assistant Music Editor; Patti Nies, Pam Knecht, Charlene Houghtaling. SCHOOL PAPER INFORMS STUDENTS FIRST ROW: Wayne Buechler, Richard Carlson, Susan Carlson, Marcella Feickert, Sandy Schlepp, Sheila Holsworth, Gary Buechler, Co-Editor; Marsha Weiszhaar, Co-Editor; Mr. Huettmann, Advisor; Julie Schuh, Connie Kurle. SECOND ROW: Judy Hoven, Cathy Sandmeier, Candice Bieber, Bonnie Schuh, Carol Huft, Susan Person, Cathy Fischer, Gail Bauer, Jacky Huber, Arlyn Schaible, Charles Kurle. THIRD ROW: Lanet Eisenbeisz, Janell Leidholt, Corrine Hoven, Jayne Schlepp, Valynn Perman, Kathleen Sandmeier, Mary Miller, Carolyn Lee. The monthly school paper, the Bob- cat Howl, is compiled by the 29 active members. The staff reports the important events of the month, including not only news reports of the school but also many controversial editorials, class news from the grades and the high school, and the happenings in music, athletic, and other departments. This year the first semester editor is Gary Buechler, and the assistant editor is Marsha Weiszhaar, who will in turn become the editor during the second semester. The newspaper staff is advised by Mr. Ronn Huettmann. 35 Local declam participants were: SEATED: Mr. Ottenbacher, Advisor; Alexzine Kiesz, Marcella Feickert, Kathy Huber, Gail Bauer. STANDING: Susan Carlson, Mr. Schlinkert, Advisor; Jacky Huber, Robert Zimmer, Lonita Beitelspacher, Tessy Bach- man, Gary Buechler, Molly Vetch. The District VI Declamation Contest was held in Eureka this year. Those receiving an excellent rating were: Marcella Feickert, Oratory; Gail Bauer, Poetry. Receiving a good rating were: Alexzine, Kiesz, Dramatic; Kathy Huber, Humorous. LITERARY GROUPS ACHIEVE HONOR Student Librarians were: SEATED: Julie Schuh, Sec- retary; Gary Buechler, President; Wayne Buechler. STANDING: Cathy Bollinger, Kathleen Sandmeier, Nancy Peterson, Tessy Bachman, Mrs. Erbe, Advisor; Bonnie Feickert, Nancy Kiesz, Sheila Holsworth, Marcella Feickert, Patti Nies, Sandy Peterson. The thirteen student librarians at Bowdle High School have had an interesting and educational year. In October, they attended the South Dakota State Librarians Association at Northern State College. Wayne Buechler was elected president of the northern district. The librarians won first prize on the bulletin board which they entered in competition. The bulletin board was entitled These Books are Tops. Mrs. Erbe, school librarian, provided assist- ance for the student librarians this year. She worked with them to keep the library organized and up-to-date. The librarians worked hard to arrange the resource and reference materials in the library. New books and magazine subscriptions have been added to the library's other resources this year. 36 The pep club of BHS is composed of all the girls in high school with Mrs. Berg as its advisor. The club has put on many skits at pep rallies, and also purchased beanies for each member to wear as a symbol of the pep club spirit. PEP CLUB DISPLAYS SCHOOL SPIRIT The above victory hoop was designed by the BHS pep club and displayed at the Conference Tournament as the varsity team jumped through it. Pictured at left is the pep club as they watched their team pump in another two points. 37 FIRST ROW: Sandra Schlepp, Susan Carlson, Jane Dewald. SECOND ROW: Cathy Fischer, Pam Knecht, Carolyn Lee, Janell Leidholt, Charlene Houghtaling, Patti Nies. THIRD ROW: Carolyn Houghtaling, Candice Lemke, Lexie Schlecht, Roberta Nies, Candice Huft, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Patrick Miller, Richard Carlson. FOURTH ROW: Christy Gross, Corrine Hoven, Mary Miller, Connie Kurle, Richard Mitzel, Sherry Steiger, Mike Mertz, Paul Mertz. A” BAND PRESENTS The Bobcat Band added two new baritone horns, a string bass, and a piccolo to the in- strumentation. In the future it is hoped that a set of tympani may be purchased. The band made a gradual change from mainly a marching band to a full time concert band. They performed at four concerts throughout the course of the school year. For the first time they presented a fall concert. Also pre- sented were a Christmas Concert, Pops Concert, and a Spring Concert. At each, a different type of music was featured. The small bandroom was made into a kin- dergarten room so the band was moved to The twirlers from left to right are Julie Schuh, the gym for the second semester. All ad- Rosy Dewald, Karen Schmierer. Richard Carlson, mitted it was much easier on the ears, drum major, practiced with the band to prepare for Gypsy Day. 38 FIRST ROW: Valynn Perman, Judy Hoven, Marsha Weiszhaar, Marsha Oster, SECOND ROW: Owen Schumacher, Dean Aldinger, Linda Rieger, Dane Aldinger, Leo Bieber, Marcie Metz- ger. THIRD ROW: Gail Bauer, Candice Bieber, Colleen Buechler, Steven Giedt, Joel Schmierer, Jeff Buechler, Wynne Blumhardt, Jayne Schlepp. FOURTH ROW: Margaret Gross, Craig Schumacher, Mr. Huettmann, Cathy Sandmeier, Ron Stotz, Arlyn Schaible, Kendall Aldinger, Charles Kurle, Lance Schumacher. VIENNA STYLE CONCERT During half-time and between games of all foot- ball and basketball games the pep band enter- tained. They also played at the pep rallies before each game. The John Philip Sousa Award was a new addi- tion to the music department this year. The band members voted for someone whom they think has done an exceptional job for the BHS band. Shown above is Mr. Huettmann presenting the award to Mark Bieber. 39 Soloists and ensemble members participated in the small group contest which was held in Mobridge. The following were included: FIRST ROW: Curt Eisenbeisz, Pat Miller, Dick Carlson, Gail Bauer, Candice Bieber, Colleen Buechler, Wynne Blumhardt, Jayne Schlepp. SECOND ROW: Cathy Sandmeier, Charlene Hough- taling, Pam Knecht, Cathy Fischer, Janell Leidholt, Sandy Schlepp, Susan Carlson, Carolyn Lee, Marsha Weiszhaar, Judy Hoven, Marsha Oster, Connie Kurle. THIRD ROW: Mary Miller, Ron Stotz, Craig Schumacher, Paul Mertz, Corrine Hoven. PLAYING HONORS SOLOS Curt Eisenbeisz—Trumpet I Susan Carlson—Piano II Dicky Carlson—Trumpet II Marg Gross—Piano II Judy Hoven—Piccolo II Mike Mertz—Tuba II Cathy Sandmeier—Baritone II Sandy Schlepp—Clarinet II Marsha Weiszhaar—Flute II Paul Mertz—Tuba in Arlyn Schaible--Trombone in ENSEMBLES Percussion I Trumpet Trio I Brass Ensemble II Clarinet Ensemble II Clarinet Quartet II Flute Ensemble n Trombone Trio II Brass Choir III Brass Quartet III MUSICIANS RECEIVE HONORS The above trio performed at many community affairs, such as the Snow Queen contest, and the Jaycee Banquet. It is composed of Mr. Huettman, Curtis Eisenbeisz, and Connie Kurle. Vocal soloists who sang at the small group contest held in Mobridge were: FIRST ROW: Margaret Gross, Marcella Feickert, Karen Schmierer, Susan Carlson. SECOND ROW: Charles Kurle, Blake Eisenbeisz, Pat Miller, Paul Mertz, Curt Eisenbeisz. 40 FIRST ROW: Pam Knecht, Cathy Fischer, Julie Schuh, Marsha Weiszhaar, Carol Huft, Marsha Oster, Judy Hoven, Sheila Langston, Kathleen Sandmeier, Jayne Schlepp, Sheila Holsworth, Carolyn Lee, Karen Schmierer, Connie Kurle, Gail Bauer, Susan Person, Cheryl Aldinger. SECOND ROW: Marcella Feickert, Patti Nies, Carolyn Houghtaling, Lanet Eisenbeisz, Alexzine Kiesz, Cathy Sandmeier, Sandra Schlepp, Mary Miller, Nancy Dewald, Susan Carlson, Kathryn Abbey, Candice Lemke, Charlene Houghtaling, Shelley Gross, Mr. Huettmann. THIRD ROW: Ila Bender, Corrine Hoven, Sheila Schlecht, Lexie Schlecht, Diane Snipes, Lonita Beitelspacher, Paulette Dewald, Valynn Perman, Rosy Dewald, Candice Bieber, Margaret Gross, Janell Leidholt, Tammy Siewert, Bonnie Schuh, Molly Vetch. FOURTH ROW: Wayne Bachman, Mike Mertz, Dane Aldinger, Dean Aldinger, Douglas Kiesz, Jack Huber, Leon Schaible, Wayne J. Buechler, Glenn Blumhardt, Gene Buechler, Arlyn Schaible, Richard Carlson, Gary Buechler, Arlyn Wiepking. FIFTH ROW: Francis Heilman, Charles Kurle, Blake Eisenbeisz, Leo Bieber, Laine Rieger, Paul Mertz, Brad Schlepp, Pat Miller, Kendall Aldinger, Dean Mertz, Stanley Buechler, Clayton Weber, Richard Mitzel, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Alex Kiesz. MIXED CHORUS ENTERTAINS SINGING TO SUCCESS SOLOS Susan Carlson—Alto I Curt Eisenbeisz—Tenor I Marcella Feickert—Mezzo-soprano I Pat Miller—Baritone I Margaret Gross—Alto II Paul Mertz—Bass II Karen Schmierer—Mezzo-soprano II ENSEMBLES Boys Ensemble I Girls Ensemble II Mixed Vocal II All-State Chorus was held in Aberdeen on November 8th and 9th of 1968. Those chosen to attend from Bowdle High were: Curtis Eisenbeisz, Marsha Weiszhaar, Susan Carlson, and Paul Mertz. 41 Because of the increased number of solo and ensemble entries this year more accompanists were needed. The following participated; Corrine Hoven, Marsha Weiszhaar, Susan Carlson, Margaret Gross, Candice Bieber, Mr. Huettmann, and Curtis Eisenbeisz. The BHS Madrigal entertained at various community activities and also participated in the large group contest at Mobridge. The BHS Madrigal consists of FIRST ROW: Charles Kurle, Pam Knecht, Julie Schuh. SECOND ROW: Brad Schlepp, Marsha Weiszhaar, Marsha Oster, Richard Carlson. THIRD ROW: Pat Miller, Sheila Holsworth, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Charlene Houghtaling. FOURTH ROW: Kendall Aldinger, Sandra Schlepp, Paul Mertz, Susan Carlson. GROUPS ENTER Participating in Girls Glee are FIRST ROW: Director Mr. Huettmann, Judy Hoven, Kathleen Sand- meier, Cathy Fischer, Carol Huft, Pam Knecht, Sheila Holsworth, Jayne Schlepp, Karen Schmierer, Connie Kurle, Susan Person, Gail Bauer. SECOND ROW: Alexzine Kiesz, Marsha Oster, Marcella Feickert, Carolyn Lee, Julie Schuh, Sandra Schlepp, Marsha Weiszhaar, Candice Lemke, Tammy Siewert, Rosemary Dewald, Shelly Gross. THIRD ROW: Sheila Langston, Ila Bender, Corrine Hoven, Sheila Schlecht, Patti Nies, Paulette Dewald, Lexie Schlecht, Valynn Perman, Charlene Houghtaling, Nancy Dewald, Cheryl Aldinger, Kathy Abbey. FOURTH ROW: Lanet Eisenbeisz, Carolyn Houghtaling, Mary Miller, Cathy Sandmeier, Lonita Beitelspacher, Candice Bieber, Diane Snipes, Susan Carlson, Margaret Gross, Molly Vetch, Janell Leidholt, Bonnie Schuh. 42 Participating in Boys Glee are FIRST ROW: Arlyn Wiepking, Glenn Blumhardt, Gene Buechler, Arlyn Schaible, Laine Rieger, Clayton Weber, Gary Buechler, Curt Eisenbeisz, Richard Carlson, Mr. Huettmann. SECOND ROW: Alex Kiesz, Dane Aldinger, Dean Aldinger, Douglas Kiesz, Jacky Huber, Leon Schaible, Wayne Buechler, Mike Mertz, Wayne Bachman. THIRD ROW: Francis Heilman, Charles Kurle, Blake Eisenbeisz, Leo Bieber, Brad Schlepp, Pat Miller, Kendall Aldinger, Paul Mertz, Dean Mertz Stan Buechler, Richard Mitzel. SPRING CONTEST The girls ensemble traveled to Mobridge where they participated in the spring contest. The ensemble members are: FIRST ROW: Carol Huft, Julie Schuh. SECOND ROW: Marsha Weiszhaar, Corrine Hoven, Sheila Holsworth. THIRD ROW: Sandra Schelpp, Susan Carlson, Candice Bieber, Margaret Gross. The boys ensemble sang at the Snow Queen Contest and also participated in the spring contest. The ensemble members are: FIRST ROW: Richard Carlson, Pat Miller. SECOND ROW: Blake Eisenbeisz, Kendall Aldinger. THIRD ROW: Charles Kurle, Richard Mitzel, Arlyn Schaible. FOURTH ROW: Dean Mertz, Paul Mertz. 43 FIRST ROW: Coach Roger Youngman, Steve Giedt, Gene Buechler, Kenny Schuh, Perry Hoffman, Dane Aldinger, Ron Stotz, Leroy Beitelspacher, Lyle Perman, Jerry Sandmeier, Student Mana- ger Charles Kurle, Assistant Coach Kenneth Bodkin. SECOND ROW: Dave Person, DeanAldinger, Rich Mitzel, Dean Mertz, Pat Miller, Leon Schaible, Robert Zimmer, Curt Lemke, Doug Kiesz. THIRD ROW: Curt Eisenbeisz, Jason Person, Lance Schumacher, Dennis Stotz, Lonnie Vetch, Kendall Aldinger, Wayne Buechler, Paul Mertz, Gary Buechler, Norbert Thomas, Larry Merkel. BOBCATS RECEIVE HONORS The Bowdle Bobcats, led by seven seniors, faced this season with great hopes. However, their wishes for an undefeated season were marred by three losses. One such game was the Bobcats' season open- er with the tough Langford team. It was a scoreless match well into the final quarter. Eventually the Lions squeaked it open and won 9-0. Bowdle hopefully traveled to Hoven, seeking a conference win, but with two start- ing seniors out of action, the 'Cats couldn't contain the Greyhounds, cruising to a 32-13 defeat. Three of the injured hobbled to the games on crutches to watch their team fell Pollock 27-13 and trounce Java 27-6. Home- coming, and second-ranked Roscoe, faced Bowdle, but the 'Cats failed to meet the chal- lenge. The seasoned Hornets bowled the 'Cats over 40-13. With their injuries healed, the lost players were ready for action, and re- turned to make the hard-nosed Bowdle octet whole again. They uneasily led the Selby squad and at the crack of the final gun, the 'Cats had a victory, 20-13. The team then nonchalantly flattened Hosmer 28-7 and ravaged Herreid 39-6 at the Second Annual Dad's Night. The Bowdle squad squared around to clash with Timber Lake. The season finale evolved into a scoring rampage. When the dust finally settled the 'Cats had tallied 39 points to the Panthers' 24. Injuries that hampered the team this year were aided by a new whirlpool installed before the season's start. It was partially financed by a Homecoming raffle, sponsored by the Letter- men's Club. Two of Bowdle's players received statewide recognition this year as outstanding in foot- ball. Dennis Stotz, who did a fine job block- ing on offense and averaged fifteen tackles a game defensively, was selected as a first string guard on the All-State eight-man team. The other, Brad Schlepp, was chosen as quarterback for the second string team. Although plagued with numerous injuries, the Bobcats had a very fine season with the team accumulating a 5-2 record in conference play, placing them third in the Yellowstone Trail and compiling a over-all record of 6-3. 44 Coach Youngman explains assign- Curt Eisenbeisz (carrying ments to the defense, Larry Mer- ball) makes a cut with Rich kel (22) and Lonnie Vetch (kneel- Mitzel covering, ing). Brad Schlepp (white helmet) pivots to hand off to Stan Zimmer (dark helmet) as Pat Miller (52) moves across scrim- mage line. SCORES HOME 0 Langford VISITOR 9 13 Hoven 32 27 Pollock 13 27 Java 6 13 Roscoe 40 20 Selby 13 28 Hosmer 7 39 Herreid 6 39 Timber Lake 24 206 150 Coach Youngman is shown here with Dennis Stotz, who was selected as a first-string guard on the All-State eight-man team. BOBCATS HAVE 6-3 RECORD SENIORS FIRST ROW: Larry Merkel, Stan Zimmer, Curt Eisenbeisz. SECOND ROW: Norbert Thomas, Brad Schlepp, Dennis Stotz, Paul Mertz. 45 FIRST ROW: Student Manager Leon Schaible, Curt Eisenbeisz, Dean Mertz, Wayne Buechler, Stan Buechler, Blake Eisenbeisz, Jason Person, Student Manager Leland Treichel. SECOND ROW: Dennis Stotz, Lance Schumacher, Brad Schlepp, Pat Miller, Ken Aldinger, Jim Commet, Coach Ken Bodkin. A” TEAM HAS 14-8 RECORD All three of Bowdle's members on the All-District Team, Curt Eisenbeisz, Brad Schlepp, and Dennis Stotz, returned as seniors to lead the Bobcats through this year's basketball season. The Cats flew out of the blocks with nine wins and one loss after the first ten games, but the last twelve contests only yielded an unimpres- sive 5-7 record. The quints entered the conference tourney with a tight 51-48 victory over Roscoe. The Hornets reversed the tables immediately following the tournament, handing Bowdle a 48-51 defeat. The 'Cats' over-all record of 14-8 was very similar to the record of the previous year, 15-9; however, last season had a slow first half and a kick in the final stretch. FEATS ’N DEFEATS Home Visitor Home Visitor 67 Java 64 66 Eureka 56 50 Ipswich 68 58 Hoven 39 65 Glenham 53 51 Roscoe 48 77 N.W.L.A. 56 41 Herreid 54 58 Roscoe 48 42 Selby 64 62 McIntosh 53 48 Roscoe 51 57 Pollock 50 64 Selby 49 79 Hosmer 66 65 Herreid 56 74 Timber Lake 56 43 Pollock 45 60 McLaughlin 59 57 Faulkton 63 54 Java 59 66 Hoven 68 46 Brad Schlepp (white) fades away from Ken Aldinger (dark) for a jump shot. Dennis Stotz (white) lays up the ball as Stan Buechler, Blake Eisenbeisz, and Lance Schumacher (dark) look futilely on. Curt Eisenbeisz (white) shoots over the arms of Ken Aldinger and Blake Eisenbeisz (dark) as Jim Commet pivots to follow the shot. B” SQUAD NETS 6-9 FIRST ROW: Coach Eugene Hart, Leland Treichel, Curt Lemke, Craig Schumacher, Lonnie Vetch, Stan Zimmer, Gene Buechler, Mike Mertz. SECOND ROW: Dean Aldinger, Glen Blumhardt, Leo Bieber, Doug Kiesz, Dane Aldinger, Wayne Bachman. 7 CROSS-COUNTRY: Coach Milton Ottenbacher, Blake Eisenbeisz, Stan Buechler, Jim Doerr, Mike Mertz. In its second year a BHS, Cross-Country run- ning attracted a group of hopeful pacers. These boys attended meets at Leola, Selby, Timber Lake, and the State at Brookings. Cross-Country became a conference sport this year, and Bowdle was honored to host the race at the Signal Hill golf course. The home-town runners placed fifth in the field of Glenham, Herreid, Hosmer, Hoven, and Java. The team, with the addition of Jim Commet, relayed a Homecoming victory scroll from Roscoe to Bowdle to incite spirit in the student body. Anchoring the relay into the middle of the coronation program, Jim Doerr presented the scroll. CONFERENCE ACCEPT CROSS-COUNTRY WHILE TRACK TEAM IS SEASONED Spring brings track, training, and travel to BHS. The squad performed in Aberdeen, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, Hoven, Mobridge, Pierre, and Redfield. They were also scheduled to appear in Ipswich, but due to flood conditions, the meet was canceled. Bowdle's outstanding high jumper. Brad Schlepp, broke the school's old record of 5'9 1 4 , raised the height to 5'11 3 4 , and traveled to Sioux Falls to participate in the State Track Meet. FIRST ROW: Student Manager Charles Kurle, Dane Aldinger, Dean Aldiner, Blake Eisenbeisz, Rich Mitzel, Dean Mertz, Jim Doerr, Jason Person. SECOND ROW: Coach Ken Bodkin, Wayne Buechler, Ken Aldinger, Pat Miller, Brad Schlepp, Lonnie Vetch, Stan Zimmer, Bob Zimmer. LETTERMEN’S CLUB GROWS FIRST ROW: Dave Person, Blake Eisen- beisz, Rich Mitzel, Dean Mertz. SECOND ROW: Stan Zimmer, Jason Person, Curt Eisenbeisz, Brad Schlepp, Dennis Stotz, Paul Mertz, Ken Aldinger, Wayne Buechler, Jim Commet, Lonnie Vetch, Pat Miller, Bob Zimmer. © f) W GIRLS’ TRACK IS ROOKIE EVENT A first at BHS this year was a girls' track team. The squad appeared at meets in Cheyenne- Eagle Butte, Hoven, and McIntosh. The competition was rough, but the girls held their own. FIRST ROW: Gail Bauer, Coach Eugene Hart, Nancy Kiesz. SECOND ROW: Candice Bieber, Margaret Gross, Sandra Schlepp, Janell Leidholdt. CHEERS LED BY TWO QUARTETS A CHEERLEADERS: Sandra Schlepp, Karen B CHEERLEADERS: Candice Bieber, Carolyn Schmierer, Char Houghtaling, Pam Knecht. Houghtaling, Candice Lemke, Margaret Gross. GRADE TEAM HAS UNDEFEATED SEASON CHEERLEADERS: Debra Brown, Colleen Walz, Christy Gross, Roberta Nies. SECOND ROW: Coach Brad Schlepp, Mark Hoven, Jerry Sandmeier, Curt Houghtaling, Kevin Schlepp, Joel Schmierer, Steven Giedt, Perry Hoven. THIRD ROW: Jeff Buechler, Ronnie Vetch, Kenny Schuh, Ron Stotz, David Beitelspacher, Lyle Perman, Owen Schumacher, Coach Curt Eisenbeisz. FOURTH ROW: Gordon Heinrich, James Heinrich, Harvey Doerr, Tom Klapperich, Neil Haar, Donn Schaible, Rodney Zimmer, Paul Schuh, Walter Blondo, J. Pat Kurle. B” BAND HAS NOON REHEARSALS FIRST ROW: Roberta Nies, Candice Huft, Jane Dewald, Colleen Buechler, Cindy Kramer, Gary Bachman, Marcie Metzger. SECOND ROW: Patricia Bachman, Harvey Doerr, Nancy Reiger, Debra Brown, Connie Walz, Ronnie Mittleider, Mark Hoven, Donn Schaible, Jeff Buechler, Joel Schmierer, Wynne Blumhardt, Steven Giedt. THIRD ROW: Walter Meakins, Sherry Steiger, Christy Gross, Cynthia Lemke, Mary Thomas, Perry Hoven, Colleen Walz, Cynthia Nies, Linda Rieger, Owen Schumacher, Cindy Beitelspacher, Mr. Huettmann, Ricky Bollinger, J. Pat Kurle, Ron Stotz. 50 BOWDLE THEATRE Saturday 8:00 Sunday 6:30 and 8:30 Myron Schock - Manager v 7ert|sInG L__i PU8UcR[!-rB,eSfft BOW ); r L Ltz' S- dak. THE BOWDLE PIONEER The Only Newspaper in the World that Gives a Hoot about Bowdle SINCE 1886 First Business in Bowdle Best Wishes to the Class of 1969 ABERDEEN GLASS COMPANY Phone 225-1450 No. 2 North State Street Aberdeen's Finest Department Store Aberdeen, South Dakota Aberdeen, South Dakota STANDARD GAS AND OIL Atlas Tires HERMAN REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE AGENCY Grease Job - Tire Repair Jake Berg, Manager METZGER OIL COMPANY Licensed Real Estate Hail and Fire Broker Hospital Auto and Life General Liability Bulk Deliveries of Gas - Fuel Oil Kerosene - Oils - Greases Free Listing of Real Estate Bowdle, South Dakota Contact Oscar Metzger Phone 2551 Bowdle, South Dakota Best Wishes Class of '69 RIEGER SHOE AND CANVAS REPAIR Nacona Boots Phone 4801 HABERER'S GAMBLE-SKOGMOS J. 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Phone 3441 Sale Every Tuesday OSTER ELECTRIC GE and Zenith TV Wiring Phone 3791 BOWDLE EQUITY EXCHANGE Feed - Grain - Seed - Salt Fred Stotz - Manager Phone 3671 de Maligon-Miller Funeral Home Congratulations to the Class of 1969 Floyd and Helen Miller Shop for All Your Gift Needs Sundries - Veterinary Supplies A B SHOP Bowdle, South Dakota ALDINGER HIDE AND FUR Top Prices - Furs, Metal, Iron Phone 3842-4632 « ••• tfm lit C � iWTi«W (AJwatnid JEWEIRY...UM. isos KIRKPATRICK'S JEWELRY Aberdeen, South Dakota O M D MIMOS STUDENT INDEX Abbey, Kathy ........................................ 20,41,42 Aldinger, Cheryl.................................. 20,21,41,42 Aldinger, Dane .......................... 20,39,41,43,44,47,48 Aldinger, Dean .......................... 20,39,41,43,44,47,48 Aldinger, Kendall ........... 18,39,40,41,42,43,44,46,47,49,49 Bachman, Tessi .... Bachman, Wayne .... Bauer, Gail.......... Beitelspacher, Leroy Beitelspacher, Lonita Bender, Ila.......... Bieber, Candice...... Bieber, Leo ......... Blumhardt, Glenn ... Bollinger, Cathy .... Bollinger, James ... Buechler, Gary ...... Buechler, Gene....... Buechler, Stanley ... Buechler, Wayne .... ............................... 3,13,26,36 ............................ 2,10,39,41,43 .................. 18,35,36,39,40,41,42,48 .................................... 20,44 .............................8,26,36,41,42 .............................. 20,21,41,42 ............... 18,35,39,40,41,42,43,48,49 ........................... 20,39,41,43,47 .............................. 18,41,43,47 .................................... 16,36 ...................................... 16 ........................... 16,36,41,43,44 ............................20,41,43,44,47 ......................... 8,41,43,46,47,48 .......... 2,15,16,35,41,43,44,46,47,48,49 Kurle, Connie ....................... 15, 16,33,35,38,40,41,42 Langston, Sheila..................................... 19,41,42 Lee, Carolyn .............................. 16,35,38,4o[ 41,’ 42 Lemke, Candice ............................. 20,21.38,41,42,49 Lemke, Curtis .................................... 21,44 47 Leidholt, Allen............................................ jq 13 Leidholt, Janell...................... 18,19,35,38,40,41,42,48 Merkle, Larry........................................ 10,44,45 Mertz, Dean .......................... 18,19,41,43,44,46,48,49 Mortz, Mike ............................. 21,38,40,41,43,47,48 Mertz, Paul ................. 10,33,34,38,40,41,42,43,44,45,49 Miller, Kim ............................................... 17 Miller, Mary ............................... 19,35,38,40.41,42 Miller, Pat ...... 2,14,17,33,35,38,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48 Mitzel, Richard ....................... 2,29,38,41,43,44,46,48 Nies, Patti ....................... 10,14,15,26,35,26,28,41,42 Oster, Marsha.................. 11.13,26, 30,33,35,39,40,41,42 Carlson, Richard ........................ 18,35,38,40,41,42,43 Carlson, Susan ............ 2,10,13,14,15,26,35,36,41,42,43,48 Commet, James ....................................... 16,46,47 Dewald, Marcia .. Dewald, Nancy .. Dewald, Paulette Dewald, Rosemary Dewald, Roxanne . Doerr, James ... ........... 18 ..... 20,41,42 .... 20,41,42 16,33,38,41,42 .......... 16 ____ 16,31,48 Eisenbeisz, Blake................... 16,17,33,40,41,43,46,48,49 Eisenbeisz, Curtis.......8,30,38,40,41, 42,43,44, 45,46,47,49,50 Eisenbeisz, Lanet............................... 18,30,35,41,42 Feickert, Bonnie ........................................ 18,36 Feickert, Marcella.............. 2,9,13.14,30,34,35,37,40,41,42 Fischer, Cathy .............................. 18,35,38,40,41,42 Gross, Margaret..................... 2,18,40,41,42,43,48,49,50 Gross, Shelly........................................ 20,41,42 Haar, Evan .......... Heilman, Francis ... Hoffman, Perry....... Hols worth, Sheila ... Houghtaling, Carolyn Houghtaling, Charlene Houghtaling, Donnie . Hoven, Corrine ...... Hoven, Judy ......... Huber, Jacky ........ Huber, Kathy ........ Huft, Carol ......... ..................................... 16 .................................20,41,43 ................................... 20,44 .................... 16,17,35,36,41,42,43 .......................... 20,38,41,42,49 ........ 9,13,26,30, 34, 35,36,38,41,42,49 .................................... 9,13 .......................... 21,35,38,41,42 ..................... 2,21,35,39,40,41,42 .......................... 18,35,36,41,43 .............................. 9,13,26,36 ....................... 20,41,35,41,42,43 Per man, Valynn Person, David Person, Jason Person, Susan .. Peterson, Gloria Peterson, Nancy Peterson, Sandy 21,35,39,41,42 ..... 19,44,49 17,44,46,48,49 .. 21,35,41,42 ........... 11 ..... 16,17,36 ........ 19,36 Reiger, Laine 19,41,43 Sandmeier, Cathy .. Sandmeier, Kathleen Schaible, Arlyn Schaible, Leon....... Schlecht, Lexie ... Schlecht, Sheila .,. Schlepp, Brad ....... Schlepp, Jayne .,.. Schlepp, Sandy....... Schmierer, Karen .. Schmierer, Wade .. Schuh, Bonnie ....... Schuh, Julie ........ Schumacher, Craig Schumacher, Lance Siewert, Tammy ... Snipes, Diane ....... Stotz, Dennis ....... ................... 17,35,39,40,41,42 ...................... 17.35,36,41,42 ................... 19,35,39,40,41,43 ...................... 17,41,43,44,46 ......................... 21,38,41,42 ............................ 21,41,42 2,11,13, 30, 41, 42, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49,50 ................... 15,35,39,40,41,42 --- 15,17,33, 35, 38, 40, 41,42, 43, 48,49 ....... 11,13,15,26,35,38,40,41,42,49 ............................... 11,13 ......................... 21,35,41,42 ................ 17,35,36,38,41,42,43 ............................ 21,39,47 ................... 17,39,40,44,46,49 ............................ 19,41,42 ............................ 17,41,42 .. 2,12,13,14, 15, 30, 35, 44, 45, 46, 47,49, Thomas, Norbert ................................. 12,13,30,44,45 Treichel, Leland ...................................... 17,46,47 Vetch, Lonnie .............................. 17,44,45,47,48,49 Vetch, Molly................................ 12,13,26,34,41,42 Kiesz, Alex .......................................... 21,41,43 Kiesz, Alexzine............................ 9,13,15,26,36,41,42 Kiesz, Doug .................................... 29,41,43,44,47 Kiesz, Nancy .................................... 2,15,16,36,48 Kitzler, Walter............................................. 16 Knecht, Pam ..................... 10,13,26,30,35,38,40,41,42,49 Kurle, Charles ..................... 16,35,39,40,41,42,43,44,48 Weber, Clayton ........................................ 17,41,43 Weiszhaar, Marsha ......................... 17,35,39,40,41,42,43 Wiepking, Arlyn ....................................... 17,41,43 Wolff, Ronald ............................................... 12 Zimmer, Robert .................................. 19,36,44,48,49 Zimmer, Stanley ................................. 12,45,47,48,49 P SCHEL YEARBOOKS. 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