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

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1971 volume:

BOBCAT 1971 BOWDLE, SOUTH DAKOTA STAFF CONTENTS Advisor James Larson A Reminiscence ............................ 2 Editor Mary Miller Assistant Editor Corrine Hoven THE PEOPLE Administration............................ 4 Business Managers Dick Carlson Faculty ................................. 5 Sheila Langston Personnel ............................... 7 Janell Leidholt Seniors ................................... 8 Senior Honor Page ....................... 13 People Pages Wayne Bachman Juniors ................................ 14 Candice Bieber Sophomores ............................... 16 Glenn Blumhardt Freshmen ................................. 18 Paulette Dewald Grades ................................. 20 Jayne Schlepp Kindergarten ........................... 24 Sports Pages Kendall Aldinger THE ORGANIZATIONS ........................ 26 Margy Gross Candice Lemke THE ACTIVITIES Mike Mertz Track .................................... 30 Football ................................ 32 Music and Drama Pages Cathy Fischer Basketball ............................... 34 Valynn Perman Cheerleaders ............................. 38 Arlyn Schaible Band ..................................... 40 Bonnie Schuh Chorus ................................... 44 THE HAPPENINGS Organization and Gail Bauer Prom ................................... 48 Happening Pages Gene Buechler Homecoming................................ 50 Lanet Eisenbeisz Drama .................................... 52 Susan Person Miscellaneous ............................ 54 Student Index Judy Hoven Dedication ............................... 56 Typist Pam Zambo Patron Pages ............................. 58 Photographer Leo Bieber Student Index ............................ 60 l A REMINISCENCE The ceremonies are over, his honors and accomplishments have been listed, and a plaque has been hung to honor his memory. There is nothing more we can do for Lance Schumacher. Therefore, the purpose of this page is to serve as our remembrance of him—of the kid who laughed in the hallways, blocked on the football team, served as a student lead- er, made music with the band, sweated out tests, and joked with friends—of the kid who lived eighteen years and was suddenly gone. It's been almost a year since Lance died, and we will remember him for the rest of our lives. For this, we are grateful. Lance was the kind of person we want to remember. 2 ADMINISTRATION OUTLINES OBJECTIVES Robert Schlinkert, Mike Mitzel, Alvin Kurle, Gideon Schuh, Treasurer; Richard Kellogg, Wilmer Schaible, Clerk; Harold Nies, Chairman; Alvin Bauer, Vice Chairman; Oscar Metzger. Mr. Richard Kellogg B.S. and M.S. Northern State College Superintendent Mr. Robert Schlinkert, B. S. Luther College Principal English 4 Psychology Sociology Newspaper Advisor The objectives of this school term were to lay the ground work and promote the addition of building facilities to meet the needs of the music department and athletic needs of the future, to develop efficiency in general school operation, to successfully fund and pass a school bond election for building expansion, and to coordinate and re- view curriculum needs. 4 TEACHERS AID LEARNING Mr. Kirby Keyser, B.S. Black Hills State College Mr. Bob Peterson, B.S. Northern State College Mr. James Larson, B.S. Dakota State College Biology 7th 8th Science 8th English 7th Grade Advisor English I Chemistry Senior Algebra II 7 th and 8th Basketball 8th Math General Science Advanced Science Bookkeeping Shorthand Typing I and II General Business Girls' Track Girls' Basketball B Basketball Football Coach Annual Advisor Mr. Ronn J. Huettmann, B. F.A. University of South Dakota A and B Band Mixed Choims Mr. Richard Schumacher, B.S. Girls' and Boys' Glee Northern State College Drama Sophomore Speech Area Guidance Counselor lst-8th Grade Music 5 Mrs. Irma Erbe, B.S. Northern State College World History 7th Grade Social Studies 8th Grade Social Studies Civics Librarian 8th Grade Advisor Mr. Terry Jordre, M.S. Northern State College Mr. Kenneth Sauer, B.S. Northern State College Industrial Arts I Industrial Arts II Industrial Arts III Algebra I General Math Junior Class Advisor Government U.S. History P.E. 7-10 Girls and Boys Basketball Coach Assistant Football Coach Economics Lettermen's Club Advisor Mr. Ray Boetel, B.S. University of South Dakota Algebra II Geometry Senior Math Business Math 8th Math 7 th Math 5th and 6th Basketball Miss Kathy Borszich, B.A. University of South Dakota Junior Pre-College English Junior Vocational English English H 7th Grade English French I Assistant Librarian Cheerleader Advisor Pep Club Advisor 6 PERSONNEL MAINTAIN BHS COOKS: Mrs. Adeline Brown, Mrs. Ted Leidholt, and Mrs. Em- ma Bonen. CUSTODIANS: Mr. Emil Bonen and Mr. Dave Zimmer. After 17 years of being a janitor at Bovvdle High School, Emil Bonen is retiring. A special wide-view mirror was in- stalled on the new bus to further the safety of the riders. This year the BHS cooks were headed by a new head cook, Mrs. Ted Leid- holt. The study hall was regulated by mon- itors instead of teachers this year. This gave the teachers more time to help the students. STUDY HALL SUPERVISOR: Mrs. Helen Bobby. SECRETARY: Mrs. Loretta Schaibie. 7 BUS DRIVERS: Harvey Leidholt, Alvin Schmierer, Ray Bach- man, Bob Huber, Oscar Metzger, and Dave Zimmer. KENDALL ALDINGER MARCIA DEWALD SENIORS Hlhl mri Some of the Seniors found free time in which to test their mental powers by playing chess. 1971 RICH MITZEL CANDICE BIEBER GLENN BLUMHARDT CLASS MOTTO: TODAY IS THE BEGINNING OF THE REST OF YOUR LIFE CLASS FLOWER: BLUE ROSE CLASS COLORS: LIGHT BLUE AND WHITE The chess players are Bill Bobby and Chris Schumacher. The onlookers are Cathy Fischer and Gail Bauer. GAIL BAUER RICHARD CARLSON CATHY FISCHER WILLIAM BOBBY 9 LANET EISENBEISZ This was a very rewarding and busy year for the Seniors. The first major decision made by the Seniors, was deciding who deserved the honor of being the royalty candidates for Home- coming. Other major events enjoyed by the Seniors, were the trips to Pierre and Redfield. In Pierre, the Seniors saw the State Government in action. The basic concepts of govern- ment were learned earlier in Government class. The Mental Retardation Center at Redfield was an addition to Sociology and Psychology classes. The event that most of the Seniors had been waiting for came on Graduation Day May 25th. LAINE RIEGER JANELL LEIDHOLT Senior soul is shown by Senior girls as they make posters to support the Bobcat team and to create school spirit. MARGARET GROSS CHRIS SCHUMACHER DAVID PERSON The moment that the seniors were eagerly anticipating came on January 18, 1971, when they received their senior privi- leges. They waited for this day since school started and were overjoyed by the fact that they came early this year. The sen- iors are awarded these privileges in order to prepare them for life in college. The seniors are pretty much on their own during their free time and are allowed to leave the school grounds any time of the day that they aren't attending class. The seniors are also on their honor during this time. They are expected to uphold all rules that apply to the honor of re- ceiving these privileges. Any rule that is broken results in the dismissal of all rights concerning the senior privileges. So far these privileges are being enjoyed by all the seniors with hopes that they will help them in their coming life in college. The Seniors making posters are: Sheila DEAN MERTZ Langstan, Lanet Eisenbeisz, Janell Leidholt, Candice Bieber, and Margy Gross. BONNIE FEICKERT MARY MILLER DOUGLAS KIESZ li Seniors collide at their lockers. The colliders are: Mary Miller, Dean Mertz, and Bonnie Feickert. FRED PETERMEN SANDRA PETERSON ROBERT ZIMMER ARLYN SCHAIBLE PAMELA ZAMBO This year, in order to prepare the seniors for their future, the seniors' classes are chosen to correspond with their future plans. The seniors going to college take the college preparatory courses, while the students going to vocational school take courses to help them in their chosen field. Students wishing to take courses not offered in the curricu- lum of this school can take courses of their choosing through correspondence to the University of South Dakota. The seniors are going into such a wide variety of fields that some do not have any classes with fellow classmates. 12 OUTSTANDING SENIORS This year instead of the regular Valedictorian and Salutatorian, students with a 2.5 average were named as honor students. They are: FIRST ROW: Gail Bauer, Candice Bieber, Sandra Peterson, Cathy Fischer, Mary Miller, and Janell Leidholt. SECOND ROW: Rich Mitzel, Laine Rieger, Dean Mertz, Glenn Blumhardt, Arlyn Schaible, and Dick Carlson. Candice Bieber was selected as Betty Crocker Homemak- er of Tomorrow. Dean Mertz was selected as Boys' Stater. Cathy Fischer was selected as Girls' Stater. 13 Ila Abbey Dane Aldinger Leroy Beitelspacher Nancy Dewald Perry Hoffman Kathy Abbey Dean Aldinger Leo Bieber Paulette Dewald Corrine Hoven Cheryl Aldinger Wayne Bachman Gene Buechler Shelley Gross Judy Hoven JUNIORS Some of the Junior girls found the lab rats interesting pets. The rat lovers are: Valynn Perman, Candice Lemke, Susie Person, and Jayne Schlepp. The juniors filled their year in many different ways. The most out- standing thing that the juniors did was helping out in the time of need. During the tragedy that claimed the Peterman house and all their pos- sessions, the juniors circulated sheets of paper with the children's clothing sizes on them. These were distributed all through the town. Every street was covered and the juniors received a numerous amount of clothing while out on the drive. After this was done, many of the girls volunteered to help at the Le- gion Hall with sorting out clothes that people brought. 14 LEND HAND Valynn Perman Susie Person Bonnie Schuh The juniors annual magazine drive was considered a great success. The total intake was a little over three hundred dollars. This money will go towards the Jun- ior-Senior Prom. The juniors also worked hard on this project. An important event for the juniors was Homecoming week. The juniors received first place on their skit entitled A Word From Our Sponsor. They also had the responsibility of decorating the stage for the coro- nation program. Later on in the year, the juniors began making plans for the Junior-Senior Prom. After the anxious mo- ment had arrived and the excitement of the prom was over, the juniors began making plans for the coming year and their graduation. Carol Huft Candice Lemke Mike Mertz Sheila Schlecht Lexie Schlecht Alex Kiesz Curtis Lemke Luane Oster Jayne Schlepp Craig Schumacher 15 Vicki Bachman Randy Bollinger Jane Dewald Christy Gross Candice Huft Wynne Blumhardt Colleen Buechler Thomas Doerr Neil Haar Robert Leidholt Dale Bobby Jeff Buechler Steve Giedt Linda Heilman Marcie Metzger Sophomores got caught soaking up sunshine! Taking it easy are: SOPH’S The sophomores had many tasks to perform this school year. One of the main tasks was the build- ing of the pre-homecoming game bonfire. The boys were required to gather the wood for the bon- fire which took lots of time and effort. The bonfire was a huge success and was enjoyed not only by the high school students but also by the many observers. While the boys were preparing for the bonfire, the girls were preparing for big victory dance following the game. The sopho- mores were assisted by the freshmen girls in this duty. As sophomores, a skit was also re- quired of the class. This skit was entitled, The Unexpected . k Darlene Sandmeier, Randy Bollinger, Jeff Buechler, Mr. Larson, and Owen Schumacher. PROGRESS Roberta Nies Arlene Sandmeier Joel Schmierer Owen Schumacher One of the bigger highlights of the year was the choosing of the wait- ers and waitresses for the Junior- Senior Prom. These are chosen by the junior class. The waiters chosen were: Owen Schumacher, Lyle Perman, Lyle Schock, and Dale Bobby. The waitresses chosen were: Roberta Nies, Colleen Buechler, Linda Rieger, and Wynne Blumhardt. This duty is considered a great honor but also a lot of work. Another important responsibility for the sophomores was the Senior Tea. The tea is held after the baccalaureate services in the school lunch room. This tea is a chance for the sopho- mores to do something special for the seniors. These and many other jobs help prepare the sophomores for the hard work involved in being a junior next year. Lyle Perman Darlene Sandmeier Lyle Schock Sherry Steiger Ronnie Vetch Linda Rieger Jerry Sandmeier Ken Schuh Ron Stotz Linda Weber 17 Gary Bachman Debra Brown Mike Heilman Mark Hoven Cindy Kramer Brenda Bollinger Mike Dewald James Heinrich Perry Hoven John Pat Kurle FRESHMEN One class in which the entire freshmen class takes part in is General Business. Pictured above is this class in session. The freshmen find that high school life is very dif- ferent compared to the junior high level. They now have the opportunity to change class rooms and use the study hall to a greater extent. They also enjoy the use of the new student lounge. Throughout the year, there are many activities that involve the participation of the entire class. Begin- ning with Homecoming, the class is required to clean up the remaining bits and pieces of the big Home- coming bonfire built by the sophomores. The fresh- men girls are obligated to serve the lunch following this bonfire. The class also put on the skit, The Meaning of the Bobcat , as entertainment for the royalty. Following the Homecoming football game, the student body attended a dance that was gaily dec- orated by the fi’eshmen along with the sophomores. 18 PROGRESS In addition to their many activi- ties, the freshmen have an added advantage never before offered in high school. The freshmen are allowed to take advanced classes such as Typing I, which is usu- ally offered to sophomores only. This is done in order to allow them to take more classes next year and ease their load of class- es throughout high school. There are many freshmen boys who are also taking advantage of the extracurricular activities such as basketball and football. Many take part in one or the other or both. Many also participate in track. It is believed that many stars will come out of this pro- gressing class. Janella Langston Cindy Nies Phillip Peterman Kevin Schlepp Kathy Weber LaRita Merkel Jane Person Nancy Rieger Paul Schuh Kathy Zambo Marge Mittleider Mary Peterman Donn Schaible Jean Vetch Rodney Zimmer 19 GRADE 8 PLANS FOR FUTURE The seventh grade stepped over the threshold of the high school building for the first time this year. The seventh grade homeroom was also switched to the third floor of the building this year. The students are: FIRST ROW: Paulette Geier, Cynthia Eisenbeisz, Randall Geidt, Sheila Peterman, Neil Schlepp, Kathy Schlecht, Randall Eisenbeisz. SECOND ROW: Marc Bonen, Gary Mertz, Forrest Towers, Elaine Heinrich, Scott Schaibie, Scott Bieber, Jerae Buechler, Mr. Keyser. THIRD ROW: Clarice Bollinger, Dottie Haberer, Debra Bachman, Collette Carlson, Jeffrey Thomas, Yolonda Kurle, Cloris Schumacher, Monica Steiger. The eighth graders have been busily and happily planning their graduation activi- ties. The future freshmen are: FIRST ROW: Ricky Bollinger, Connie Walz, Patty Bachman, Mona Zimmer, Marcia Schlecht, Rusty Person. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Erbe, Cindy Lemke, Valette Perman, Terrance Heilman, Harvey Doerr, Mary Thomas, Cindy Gross. THIRD ROW: Ronnie Mittleider, Susan Abbey, Mike Huft, Joseph Bieber, Roxanne Goebel, Cindy Beitelspacher. GRADE 7 STEPS UP 20 GRADE 6 EDITS NEWSPAPER The sixth graders published their own newspaper this year using all the skills they have learned in English class. Members of the newspaper staff are: FIRST ROW: Curtis Bollinger, Debbie Geier, Marshall Oster, Anita Haar, Mike Goebel, Sheri Gross, Lee Ray Langston, Debra Erlenbusch, David Dewald, Mrs. Eder. SECOND ROW: Glen Buechler, Terrance Dewald, Bradley Bachman, Mary Dewald, Timothy Gross, Gail Weber, Ronald Brown, Penny Aldinger, Judy Doerr, Theresa Heilman, THIRD ROW: Valerie Perman, Patti Heilman, Monte Zimmer, Allen Reuer, Todd Stotz, Nancy Schlepp, Dennis Tower, Cindy Huft, Ronald G. Heilman, Ronald R. Heilman, Tracy Hoven. GRADE 5 STUDIES ANIMALS The fifth graders have been studying different classes of animals in social studies class. The animal lovers are: FIRST ROW: Sandra Eisenbeisz, Jody Dufloth, Thomas Gross, Steve Carlson, Barbara Bauer, Dennis Binder, Patrick Dewald. SECOND ROW: Robert Peterman, Mar jean Buechler, Cheryl Walz, Scott Weiszhaar, Debra Stephan, Sandra Mittleider, Greg Buechler, Dale Bachman, Mrs. Larson. THIRD ROW: David Doerr, Cheryl Thomas, Tammy Schipke, Jeffrey Reuer, Loel Rieger, Craig Carlson, Susan Heilman, Jacob Towers. 21 GRADE 4 PRESENTS PEA YS Puppet plays are the main project for the fourth grade. Those taking part in the plays are: FIRST ROW: Timothy Doerr, Clyde Merdel, Stacy Haberer, James Lau, Gregg Bieber, Becky Weiszhaar, Lisa Haar, Mary Heilman, Lisa Peterman, Larry Gross. SECOND ROW: Denis Bachman, Eddie Jay Eisenbeisz, Jacki Aldinger, Jerray Bachman, Mark Rohrbach, Mark Bollinger, Jeanne Walz, Valissa Perman, Melody Moser, Debbie Schipke, Mrs. Schock. THIRD ROW: James Bonen, Darryl Thomas, Randall Schlecht, Ruby Zimmer, Jacqueline Heilman, Carney Haberer, Shirley Bobby, Rodney Schlecht, Miles Eisenbeisz, Trudi Heinrich, Janet Lee. GRADE 3 CARES FOR TEETH The third graders have been studying about the care of their teeth. The students receiving Tooth Care kits are: FIRST ROW: John Abbey, Carmen Binder, James Schlecht, Steven Dewald, Donna Kellogg, Allen Nies, Kevin Van Well, Clyde Eisenbeisz. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Schmierer, Lori Bollinger, Rick Rohrbach, Patricia Haar, Sandra Heilman, Carmen Gross, Jonathan Mertz, Nancy Gabriel, Myron Zimmer. THIRD ROW: Gwen Steiger, Patrick Towers, Stuart Carlson, Dawn Stephan, David Knecht, Bryon Haberer, Susan Schipke, Gregory Huft, Shirley Huber. 22 GRADE 2 USES TELEPHONE The students are: FIRST ROW: Timothy Carlson, Karen Gabriel, Billy Aldinger, Lowell Perman, Monica Schmierer. SECOND ROW: Aldeen Sandmeier, Derek Eisenbeisz, David Stotz, Sherri Towers, David Stephan, Timothy Geier. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Heckenliable, Shannon Jordre, Charlene Thomas, Mary Heilman, Todd Bachman, Max Buech- ler. The second graders have been busy learning the correct way to use the telephone. The Bell Telephone Company has pro- vided the telephones used by the students. The second graders have been learning such things as how to dial correctly, how to answer the telephone properly, and how to speak correctly into the telephone. The students have also set up their own telephone station with the first graders and enjoy talking to them on the telephone. GRADE 1 SHOWS MANNERS Manners” is the theme used by the first graders this year. The students have been using words such as please and thank you to show their courtesies. These common courtesies are being used throughout the school day. Mrs. Bieber has been stressing the importance of good manners as they continue on their jour- ney through school. The students are: FIRST ROW: Janet Dewald, Robin Van Well, Jonny Aldinger, Camille Jordre, Myron Haar. SECOND ROW: Dennis Carl- son, LeAnn Doerr, Wade Eisenbiesz, Shawn Schack, Mavis Buechler, Colleen Mittleider. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Bieber, Peggy Schipke, Lorie Rieger, Scott Bonen, Tamara Haberer, Paul Knecht. 23 KINDERGARTEN ADJUSTS SOCIALLY SITTING: Timothy Reuer, Rhonda Aldinger, Jean Pe- terman, Fred Sauer, Robyn Brown, Ronald Doerr, Jami Rohrbach. STANDING: Timothy Haar, Marla Vetch, Mike Geier, Timothy Heilman, Ann Gross, Mrs. Kurle, Darwin Bollinger. On January 6, the kindergarten took their first big step towards an education. The hardest problem for the children, is to ad- just socially to being with others their own age. The children are taught to learn thru actual experiences. Their first big event was the making of valentines for Valentines Day. After they had them made and addressed, they had the privilege to mail them and watch the process that their cards are put thru af- ter they are mailed. During the windy month of March, the students made kites. Making real gingerbread men cookies was an ex- citing part of their school term. Thru these and many more real life experiences, the kindergarten students are shaped into future students of BHS. SPECIAL PROGRAM PERSONNEL Marge Buechler, remedial reading teacher for the lower grades is trying to motivate Discovery Through Reading . In the above bulletin board you can see the many questions asked when reading a story. « A new job in the system this year is the teacher's aid position held by Mrs. Gordon Stotz. She does special jobs assigned to her by the teachers in grades 3 and 4 24 BOBCAT HOWL STAFF STANDING: Bonnie Schuh, Lanet Eisenbiesz, Susan Person, Jayne Schlepp, Candice Bieber, Gene Buechler, Robert Zimmer, Sherry Steiger, Marcie Metzger, Gail Bauer, Mr. Sch- linkert, Advisor. SEATED: Mary Miller, Candice Lemke, Margie Mittleider, Cindy Nies, Valynn Perman, Pam Zambo, Cathy Fischer, Editor; Sheila Langston. LIBRARY CLUB STANDING: Mrs. Erbe, Advisor; Miss Borszich, Janella Langston, Brenda Bollinger, Arlene Sandmeier, Bonnie Schuh, Robert Zimmer, Dane Aldinger. SEATED: Roberta Nies, Sherry Steiger, Lanet Eisenbeisz, Judy Hoven. 2G 12 YEAR CLUB BACK ROW: Janell Leidholt, Lanet Eisenbeisz, Bonnie Feickert, Ken Aldinger, Robert Zim- mer. FRONT ROW: Richard Carlson, Laine Rieger, Doug Kiesz, Dean Mertz, Arlyn Schliable, Glenn Blumhardt, Marcia Dewald, Gail Bauer, Candice Bieber, Margaret Gross, Cathy Fischer. LETTERMEN’S CLUB BACK ROW: Mr. Larson, Steve Geidt, Dean Aldinger, Ron Stotz, Dean Mertz, Bill Bobby, Ken Aldinger, Ken Schuh, Robert Zimmer, Dale Bobby, Mr. Jordre. FRONT ROW: Mike Mertz, Dane Aldinger, Doug Kiesz, Lyle Perman, Richard Mitzel, David Person, Perry Hoffman, Kevin Schlepp. 27 STUDENT COUNCIL STANDING: Sherry Steiger, Richard Carlson, Candice Bieber, Owen Schumacher, Wayne Bachman, Rodney Zimmer, Donn Schaible, David Person. SEATED: Mike Mertz, Dean Mertz, Janell Liedholt, Cathy Fisher, Mr. Schlinkert; Advisor. HONOR SOCIETY 28 Mary Miller, Candice Bieber, Gail Bauer, Richard Carlson, Cathy Fischer. GIRLS SHO W A THLETIC VOR FRONT ROW: Mary Peter- man, Gail Bauer, Jane Person, Candice Lemke, Margie Mittleider. BACK ROW: Susan Person, Va- lynn Perman, Chris Gross, Wynne Blumhardt, Janell Leidholt, Candice Bieber. The Girls Track and Basketball Team displayed a serious determined effort. In track Janell Leidholt placed first in the softball throw at the Regional Track Meet at Cheyenne Eagle Butte This gave her the right to participate at the State Track Meet at Mitchell; however, she failed to place there. Candice Bieber, who placed third in the shot-put at the Region, failed to earn the right to go to the State Track Meet as only first and second place winners qualify. The Basketball Team played a total of 6 games, which gave them the record of 5 wins and 1 lose. KNEELING: Margie Mittleider, Colleen Buechler, Jane Dewald, Cindy Lemke, Mona Zimmer, Nancy Rieger, Gail Bauer, Wynne Blumhardt. STANDING: Janell Leidholt, Candice Lemke, Marg Gross, Mary Thomas, Valynn Perman, Cindy Beitlespacher, Paulette Dewald, Valette Perman, Cindy Nies, Connie Walz, Candice Bieber, Susan Person, Linda Rieger, Debbie Brown, Marcie Metzger. 30 The Track season in the spring of 1970 was like others in the respect that there were few participants. But for those interested in the sport, the season had its rewarding moments. There were a total of ten participating in the sport during the season. Out of these ten, the Bobcats sent three people to the state meet in Rapid City. They were: Jason Person, shot put; Pat Miller, mile run; and Dean Aldinger, pole vault. The Bob- cats also added a trophy to their case at the Ipswich Invitational in the hurdle relay. For the upcoming season the Bobcats seem to be one of the best contenders for the conference meet and one of the best track teams in the history of the school. With the strong feeling of competition that the school has felt through the sports season, the Bob- cats should have as exciting season. PICTURED: Rodney Zimmer, Steve Giedt, Dean Alding- er, Mike Mertz, Dane Aldinger. TRACK HAS REWARDING MOMENTS Ron Stotz handing off to Blake Eisenbiesz in Jason Person in one of his Pat Miller anchoring the mile re- the 880 relay at the Regional meet at Aber- hurdle runs at the Mo- lay at the Invitational meet in deen. bridge Invitational. Mobridge. 31 FIRST ROW: Lyle Schock, Rusty Person. SECOND ROW: Jeff Buechler, Rodney Zimmer, Jerry Sandmeier. THIRD ROW: Coach Larson, Dale Bobby, Mike Mertz, Paul Schuh, Pat Kurle, Asst. Coach Jordre. FOURTH ROW: Dane Aldinger, Doug Kiesz, Steve Giedt, Dean Aldinger. FIFTH ROW: Lyle Perman, Ken Schuh, Perry Hoven, Kevin Schlepp, Rich Mitzel, Ron Stotz. SIXTH ROW: Dean Mertz, Curtis Lemke, Bill Bobby, Ken Aldinger. ’CATS WIN The 1970 Football Season was exciting and very productive for the Bobcats. It was the first year that the 'Cats have taken a YTC Championship since 1951, a span of 19 years. There were 9 returning lettermen on the squad. The Bobcats set a new school record in num- ber of points scored, with 408 compared to 333 in 1967. They also gave up the least number of points, 54. The last state poll ranked the Bobcats 10th. This was the most productive year in Bowdle football history. There may have been stronger teams, but never has there been the momentum and team work that the 'Cats displayed this year. WE 0 Hitchcock THEY 14 62 Hosmer 0 34 Herried 8 40 Hoven 6 64 Pollock 8 70 Java 0 58 Roscoe 0 52 Selby 12 28 Timberlake 6 408 54 OPPOSITE PAGE. UPPER LEFT: Dean A. sprints 64 yrds. for T.D. UPPER RIGHT: Completed pass to Bill. LOWER LEFT: Dane gains valuable yard- age. LOWER RIGHT: Front line makes aggressive tackle. 32 BHS: TOURNEY TEAM STANDING LEFT TO RIGHT: Kevin Schlepp, Steven Giedt, Lyle Perman, Ken Schuh, Dean Mertz, Mike Heilman, Ken Aldinger, Bill Bobby, Ron Stotz, Paul Schuh, Dean Aldinger, Dane Aldinger. KNEELING LEFT TO RIGHT: Asst. Coach James Larson, Student Managers; Glenn Blumhardt, Mike Mertz, Coach Terry Jordre. WE THEY The Basketball Team matched the season of the 53 Agar 63 football team by winning two titles and three tro- 61 Hosmer 59 phies. On January 23, the Bobcats claimed their 51 Ipswich 56 first title and trophy by defeating Java for the 63 NWLA 75 YTC Tournament Championship. They fell out of 69 Glenham 52 the conference race but came back and again beat 54 Pollock 46 Java in the championship game for District VII. 79 Roscoe 30 The following week the team traveled to Aberdeen 56 Northwestern 53 to meet Eureka in the Region II Tournament. 53 Java 48 However they were defeated by a strong Eureka 49 Eureka 66 team and beat McIntosh the following night for 57 Hoven 68 third place trophy. This was the first time in 25 52 Iloven 40 years that the Bobcats participated in the Regional 62 Glenham 42 Tournament. 48 Java 42 74 Roscoe 53 52 Selby 55 58 Herried 59 OT 68 Aberdeen JV 55 UPPER LEFT: Ken tips Ron ball. 50 Pollock 49 UPPER RIGHT: Dean shoots for two. 77 Wakapalla 68 LOWER LEFT: Bill jumps for a rebound 31 Faulkton 53 LOWER RIGHT: Ken gets a rebound. 61 Pollock 52 51 Java 45 48 Eureka 73 79 McIntosh 72 34 35 YTC TOURNEY CHAMPS: Ron Stotz, Dane Aldinger, Bill Bobby, Dean Mertz, and Ken Aldinger. 36 DISTRICT VII CHAMPS LEFT: Dane fights for a rebound. RIGHT: Bill jumps for a rebound. “B” TEAM MUSTERS 9-9 LEFT TO RIGHT: Coach James Larson, Gary Bachman, Kevin Schlepp, Paul Schuh, Ken Schun, Mike Heilman, Don Schaible, Lyle Per man, Steven Giedt, Pat Kurie, Mark Hoven. 37 “A” CHEERLEADERS STANDING: Luane Oster, Margaret Gross, Capt.; Chris Gross. SITTING: Candice Bieber, Lanet Eisenbeisz. The cheerleaders have had the pleasure of cheering for a tremendous team this year. They strived to lead the Pep Club in Power cheers and tried to keep the spirit up when it seemed to be down. Some money projects were sponsored by the A cheerleaders to pay for their out- fits. These included selling pins, and having a candy sale. Both were successful. Both squads had a chance to cheer at the Regional Tournament, in wliich routines were performed and various cheers were yelled. The Pep Club did an exceptional job in leading our team to a 3rd place victory. Uniting together, the Pep Club and cheerleaders did a fine job of leading our team on. 38 “B” CHEERLEADERS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Roberta Nies, Kathy Zambo, Linda Rieger and Margie Mittleider. 39 Coach Jordre gives a pep talk at Big Rally. Pep Club takes break during half time. Trumpeters assist in Ecology protest. Cathy and Ken make music. BAND PURCHASES The members of A Band include: FIRST ROW: Cathy Fischer, Roberta Nies, Lex- ie Schlecht, Jane Dewald. SECOND ROW: Janell Leidholt, Candice Lemke, Candice Huft, Owen Schumacher, Dane Aldinger, Cindy Lemke, Mary Thomas. THIRD ROW: Nancy Rieger, Debra Brown, Patty Bachman, Valette Perman, Vicki Bachman, Dick Carlson, Colleen Buechler, Gail Bauer, Candice Bieber. FOURTH ROW: Mona Zimmer, Sherry Steiger, Mary Miller, Margy Gross. The big three arouse school spirit. Dick in action. NEW EQUIPMENT FIRST ROW: Leo Bieber, Marcie Metzger, Valynn Perman, Judy Hoven. SEC- OND ROW: Perry Hoven, Colleen Walz, Cindy Nies, Linda Rieger, Dean Alding- er, Susan Abbey, Gary Bachman. THIRD ROW: Steve Giedt, Cindy Kramer, Mark Hoven, Ronnie Mittleider, Ricky Bollinger, Marcia Schlecht, Cindy Beitelspacher, Wynne Blumhardt, Jayne Schlepp. FOURTH ROW: Harvey Doerr, Donn Schaible, Craig Schumacher, Pat Kurle, Ron Stotz, Arlyn Schaible, Kendall Aldinger. STANDING: Mr. Huettmann, Corrine Hoven. 11 The Bowdle High School Band takes advantage of many musical opportunities. Some of these are: Solo-Ensemble Contest, All-State Band tryouts, Augustana Band Festival, and Ipswich Music Day. Shown above are three ensembles that participated in the Solo-Ensemble Contest in Mobridge. The Brass Choir and Trumpet Ensemble are shown in the two pictures at the top and the Percussion Ensemble is shown in the center. Pictui’ed in the lower left are those taking part in the mass band at the Ipswich Music Day. On the opposite page, the pictures on the left show the musicians in a rehearsal. The last picture is that of the students attending the Augustana Band Festival. This year Cathy Fischer, Dick Carlson, Kendall Aldinger, and Judy Hoven were chosen to participate. 42 Solo ratings are: Judy Hoven Flute Piccolo Colleen Buechler Trumpet Jane Dewald E Flat Clarinet Cathy Fischer B Flat Clarinet Marcie Metzger Flute Dick Carlson Trumpet Arlyn Schaible Trombone Donn Schaible Baritone Horn Wynne Blumhardt French Horn Ensemble ratings are: Flute Ensemble B Flat Clarinet Quartet Brass Choir Percussion Ensemble Brass Sextet Trumpet Quartet Woodwind Trio Trombone Trio EARNED 43 Mixed Chorus includes: FIRST ROW: Margie Mittleider, Brenda Bollinger, Mary Peterman, Bonnie Schuh, Carol Huft, Colleen Buechler, Corrine Hoven. SECOND ROW: Judy Hoven, Cathy Fischer, Cindy Kramer, Cindy Nies, Col- leen Waiz, Margy Gross. THIRD ROW: James Heinrich, Wayne Bacliman, Gene Buechler, Donn Schaible, Laine Rieger. FOURTH ROW: Rich Mitzel, Ken Schuh, Dean Mertz, Glenn Blumhardt, Kendall Aldinger. CHORUS FILLS 44 FIRST ROW: Candice Bieber, Jayne Schlepp, Candice Lemke, Valynn Per- man, Susan Person, Debra Brown, Nancy Rieger. SECOND ROW: Mary Mil- ler, Marcie Metzger, Sherry Steiger, Candice Huft, Wynne Blumhardt, Christy Gross. THIRD ROW: Paul Schuh, Kevin Schlepp, Mike Dewald, Gary Bachman, Pat Kurle, Perry Hoven, Mark Hoven. FOURTH ROW: Arlyn Schaible, Mike Mertz, Lyle Perman, Chris Schumacher, Dick Carlson, Stev- en Giedt. AIR YfA VV ITH SONG FAR LEFT: Mixed Chorus carols for the community. LEFT: Dick Carlson, Marcie Metzger, Ar- lyn Schaible, and Cor- rine Hoven represented Bowdle at All-State Chorus. RIGHT: The Madrigal performed as a com- munity service. 45 Girls singing in Girls Glee are: FRONT ROW: Brenda Bollinger, Judy Hoven, Margie Mittleider, Cathy Fischer, Corrine Hoven, Sherry Steiger, Candice Lemke, Nancy Rieger. SECOND ROW: Mr. Huettmann, Carol Huft, Candice Huft, Colleen Buechler, Cindy Kramer, Cindy Nies, Marcie Metz- ger, Susan Person. THIRD ROW: Mary Peterman, Bonnie Schuh, Mary Miller, Roberta Nies, Margy Gross, Colleen Walz. FOURTH ROW: Wynne Blumhardt, Christy Gross, Candice Bieber, Jayne Schlepp, Linda Rieger, Debra Brown, Valynn Perman. MUSIC FILLS THE AIR Boys singing in Boys Glee are: FIRST ROW: Perry Hoven, Mark Hoven, Pat Kurle, Gary Bachman, Mike Dewald. SECOND ROW: James Heinrich, Wayne Bachman, Gene Buechler, Donn Schaible, Paul Schuh, Steven Giedt, Mr. Huettmann. THIRD ROW: Mike Mertz, Laine Reiger, Lyle Perman, Chris Schumacher, Dick Carlson, Kevin Schlepp. FOURTH ROW: Arlyn Schaible, Ken Schuh, Kendall Aldinger, Glenn Blumhardt, Dean Mertz, Rich Mitzel. 46 On the snowy evening of April 18, 1970, the Juniors and Seniors assembled at The Place enhanced by Northern Splendor. Pro- viding the evening's music was Hank Bowker and The Sunny Blue Trio. Dutch's Cafe from Aberdeen catered the Banquet. LOWER: Decorating from left to right: Eugene Hart, Supt.; Ken- neth Sauer, Advisor; Dick Carlson, Class President; Gail Bauer, Cathy Fischer, Sandy Peterson, and Lanet Eisenbeisz. CENTER: Junior mothers help in the preparation of the Banquet. UPPER LEFT: Candice Bieber, Lanet Eisenbeisz, and Mary Mil- ler prepare flowers for the tables. UPPER RIGHT: Participating in the Grand March are: Cathy Fischer, Glenn Blumhardt, Sheila Holsworth, and Joel Hoffman. 48 NORTHERN SPLENDOR Mary Miller, Richard Carlson, Mrs. Sauer, and Mr. Sauer enjoy Lt. Gov- ernor James Abdnor's after-dinner speech. Sophomores serving as waiters and waitresses are: STANDING: Susan Person, Dane Aldinger, Bon- nie Schuh, Luane Oster, Curtis Lemke, Jayne Schlepp, Leroy Beitelspacher, Shelley Gross, Dean Aldinger. SEATED: Mike Mertz. ROYALTY: Mary Miller, Kendall Aldinger, Lanet Eisenbeisz, Douglas Keisz, Candice Bieber, Laine Reiger, Queen Margaret Gross, King Dean Mertz. King Dean and Queen Margaret ride to pep test in royalty car. Leo Bieber started the festivities of the 1970 71 Homecoming. As Master of Ceremonies, he presented the skits to the Royalty. First place was awarded to the Junior class for their skit entitled A Word From Our Spon- The high point of the evening was the crown- ing of King Dean Mertz and Queen Margaret Gross by Jason Person and Sandy Schlepp, last year's royalty. Following the Coronation, the cheerleaders led the Snake Dance. The Student Body then returned to the school for the traditional bon- fire. A lunch was served by the Pep Club. Friday night the Bobcats led Bowdle to a victory over the Pollock Bulldogs. Following the game, a dance featuring the Owl Creek Rush was presented. 50 HOMECOMING The Owl Creek Rush, with David Kramer, performs at dance. HAPPENINGS Mr. Boetel is initiated at bonfire. Miss Borszich shows enthusiasm at Main Street pep fest. Bowdle demonstrates their winning ability to the fans. 51 DRAMA SETS The Bowdle High School Drama Department under the direction of Ronn J. Huettmann has produced a variety of moods. In the two pictures in the upper and middle left, Wayne Buechler and Margaret Gross performed in THIS PROPERTY IS CONDEMNED. FUMED OAK is characterized by Connie Kurle, lower left, and Marsha Weiszhaar, Pat Miller, and Julie Schuh, upper right. Taken to the one-act play contest was SAND- BOX. Mary Miller was awarded best supporting ac- tress for her effort. Bob Zimmer, the Young Man, and Mary Miller, Grandma, are pictured in the middle 52 MANY MOODS right. The lower left stages Dick Carlson, Daddy; Cathy Fischer, Mommy; and Mary Miller. In October BHS presented one of the first high school productions of Neil Simon's STAR SPANGLED GIRL. The lower center shows Mary Miller and Gene Buechler who play the roles of Sophie and Norman. Aside from the acting, a great deal of technical work goes into the plays. Upper center pictures reveal several students painting the flats. 53 MISCELLANEOUS Steve closes the week with retreat. Arlyn gives car last minute check before Home coming parade. Seniors relax in Student Lounge. Pep Band kicks off Pep Rally. H Elpl UPPER LEFT: Football players psyche up for the game. UPPER RIGHT: Carolers stir up Christmas spirit. LEFT: Students join in protest against pollution. LOWER LEFT: Students test their knowledge. LOWER RIGHT: Marg prepares for basketball practice. 55 Love is but a song we sing. And fear's the way we die. You can make the mountains ring Or make the angels cry; 'Tho the bird is on the wing, And you may not know why. Some will come and some will go. And we shall surely pass, When the one that left us here, Returns for us at last. We are but a moment's sunlight Fading in the grass. If you hear the song I sing. You will understand. You hold the key to love and fear In your trembling hand. Just one key unlocks them both; It's there at your command. Come on, people, Smile on your brother. Everybody get together; Try to love one another Right now. —Chet Powers We dedicate this yearbook and the work we put into it to our hope for a peaceful future based on love for our fellow men and concern for one another. ---BHS Annual Staff 57 Buechler's Cafe Mr. and Mrs. Richard Schumacher and Family Mr. and Mrs. Art Merkel Mrs. Edgar Buechler and Jerae Ozzies' Super Valu Mr. and Mrs. Ozzie Schlepp and Family Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Sandmeier and Jerry Mrs. Clara Gross Mr. and Mrs. James Larson and Billy American Legion Post 264 American Legion Auxiliary Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Gross, Tim and Tom Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Erbe Mr. and Mrs. Albert Perman Art and Millie Bieber Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Perman and Family Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kiesz and Family Mr. and Mrs. Erhard Beitelspacher and Family The Clarence Beitelspacher Family Mr. Peterson Mr. Boetel Mr. and Mrs. Keyser and Stacy Mr. Robert Schlinkert Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Hoven, Corrine and Perry Mr. and Mrs. Terry Jordre and Family Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Bachman Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Schuh and Family Mr. and Mrs. Athneal Buechler and Sons Mr. and Mrs. Gideon Mittleider Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Bauer and Family Mr. and Mrs. Helmer Leno Mr. and Mrs. Willis Bieber and Family Auto Dine of Aberdeen Bank of Hoven, South Dakota Bowdle Mothers Club Mr. and Mrs. Ted Leidholt Mr. and Mrs. Dale Bieber and Daughters Mr. and Mrs. Orville Walz and Girls Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Miller and Family Mr. and Mrs. Norman Schumacher and Family Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Eisenbeisz Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Lee Office Equipment Company, Aberdeen, So. Dak. Nelson Auto Electric Co., Aberdeen, So. Dak. DeVries Dairy, Aberdeen, So. Dak. Kirkpatrick s, Keepsake Diamonds, Aberdeen Aberdeen Glass Co., Aberdeen, So. Dak. Bowdle High Pep Club Bowdle High Student Council The Fifth Grade Class The Sixth Grade Class The Senior Class of 1971 - Peace The Senior Class of 1972 The Senior Class of 1973 The Senior Class of 1974 The Senior Class of 1975 The Senior Class of 1976 Bobcat Howl Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Stotz Bowdle Equity Exchange, Fred Stotz, Manager Rev. Archie Lovaas John and June Gross and Family Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Sauer Aldinger '66 Service Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Aldinger and Family Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Schmierer Mr. and Mrs. Henry Eder Mr. and Mrs. Edward Huber Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Erlenbusch Mr. and Mrs. Fred F. Buechler The Mertz s-Ernie, Dorothy, Dean, Mike, Garry Dick, Joyce, Steve, and Randy Giedt Mrs. Alvina Zambo Mrs. Mary Schlecht Mrs. Jacob Voller Adolph Fleck Dave and Maggie Buechler Mr. and Mrs. Otto J. Bieber and Family Miss Kathy Borszich Ronn J. Huettmann Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Blumhardt and Family Mr. and Mrs. John Fleming Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Dew aid, Paulette and Mary Jacob D. Mertz Mr. and Mrs. Robert Oster and Marshall Mrs. Theo Grosz Mr. and Mrs. Walter Fischer and Cathy Haberer s Garage, J.I. Case Dealer, Bowdle U.S. Post Office-Mel, George, and Arnold The Bowdle Meat Market Standard Oil Bulk Agent Bowdle Pioneer Mr. and Mrs. Bob Holsworth Reinie J. Herman Agency, Ins., Real Estate Corral Cafe Bowdle Livestock Sales Co. Bowdle Standard Service, Jake Berg, Mgr. Mr. and Mrs. Erv Gross and Family Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Rieger Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Carlson and Family Bowdle Hardware Company Alvin Kurle The Vic Schlepp Family Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hartzel Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Miller Miller Funeral Home Floyd Miller Farmers Union Montana Dakota Utilities Company Mr. and Mrs. Duane Steiger and Family Schaible Chev. Co. Honor Society Tiffany Laundry Dry Cleaners, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Rueben Bollinger and Family 58 Funks Seed Corn, Alfred Reuer, Dealer, Hoven Lowry Farmers Exchange, Harvey Huber, Mgr. Trojan Seed Co., Cliff Berman, Reg. Mgr. Engel Music Supply, Inc. Aberdeen, So. Dak. 57401 Harvey’s Place, The Place To Be Kramer’s Red Owl Mr. and Mrs. Greg Kramer and Cindy Cam Wal Electric Cooperative, Inc. Selby, South Dakota 57472 Bowdle Creamery Company Harold Weber and Family Erv's Furniture Pfeiffer's Furniture Aberdeen, So. Dak. 57401 Rieger Shoe and Canvas Repair Dan Hois worth - Peace Be Oscar E. Huber, State Representative Chairman, Committee on Education A B Shop, Adeline and Bill Miller Bowdle Hotel, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Nelson Vanity Beauty Shop, Mrs. R. Oster, Manager Martha's Beauty Shop, Martha Weiss, Mgr. Spitzer Implement Roscoe, South Dakota 57571 J. Kurle and Sons Mr. and Mrs. Fred Stotz M and F Clothing and Hardline The Main Aberdeen, South Dakota Haberer and Carlson Dairy and Feeding Equip. Bowdle Feed Mill Mitzel's Mobile Homes, Inc. Glenham, South Dakota 57631 Custom Weed Spraying Ray Langston, Lowry, S. Dak., Phone 649-7026 Scherle Sales, Inc. Mobridge and Aberdeen, South Dakota Miller’s Hair styling Salon 100% Human hair wigs and hairstyles Aberdeen, So. Dak. Bowdle News, Sports, Weather Heard Regularly on KOLY - 1300, ABC Radio THANK YOU 59 Ci o £ £ Ilferf l ? ? CO to to HOC) co co cn tc CO o 4 p pisch PISCHEL YEARBOOKS. I NO PO Bo isoun 64658