Brown County High School - Rambler Yearbook (Mount Sterling, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 92 of the 1955 volume:

°J h q o BROWN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL B.C.H.S., which serves entire Brown County, is located on Route 24. The enrollment is approximately 270 pupils. Our school has sixteen classrooms, a library and studyhall, a gymnasium, and a home economics room. The halls are lined with lockers to accommodate each student. The gymnasium is in the center of the building with the classrooms built around it. The rooms under the bleachers are used as storage space for equipment etc. The football field, equipped with lights, is on the east side of the building. The baseball field is on the south side of the building. On the east is a large parking area. Our campus, on the north, is landscaped with evergreens. 2 RAMBLER STAFF The Rambler began in 1928. Discontinued in 1929 from lack of funds, the Rambler was revived in 1938 by Marv McCutcheon Hofsess and William A. Harriman. 1955 marks the nineteenth edition. Without the generous dollars of local merchants, and the cooperation of the whole school as well as the work of the staff, this book would not be possible. Editor Carol Cox Ass't Editor Ann Hoelscher Business Manager Sharon Lane Ass’t Bus. Manager Ruth Campbell Secretary Jane Willey Ass't Secretary Pat Peacock Artist Danny Norvell Photographer James Vandeventer Sponsors Mr. Benson Miss Kamm Upper left: Raola Butler, Mr. Benson, Sharon Lane, David Harman, Lyle Thomas. Upper center: Roger Urven, Ramon Hufnagel, John Norvell, Pat Peacock, Joyce McCoy. Upper right: Max Brier ton, James Vandeventer, Jane Willey, Ruth Campbell, Barbara Buckley. Lower center: Jim Norvell, Miss Kamm, Danny Norvell, Carol Cox, Ann Hoelscher. DEDICATION We, the Rambler staff, dedicate this, the 1955 edition of the Rambler, to a member of our faculty who has done many things for both our high school and student body. His unfailing co-operation, ever-present friendliness and willingness to help each of us, has made Mr. Henrick, our agricultural instructor, a favorite among the students. 4 ADMINISTRATION Standing: Lozelle Hofsess, Glenn Thomas, J. L. McPhail, Russell Weaver, Supt. Seated: Leon Roberts, Harold Hoelscher, Wayne Sides, George McCoy. BOARD OF EDUCATION Seven members comprise the Brown County Board of Education. These men have a difficult, time-consuming job for which they receive no salary. The school board meets on the first Thursday of every month. In addition, special meetings are often necessary. The board has the task of running an efficient and economical school system. They must see to it that the children are well educated, that the parents and public are satisfied, and that the teachers do their duty. Complaints at times make the life of a board member very trying. Although it is a difficult job, it is very essential for the management and smooth running of the High School system. 6 MR. H. L. PRICE MRS. KATHRYN VERMILLION B.S., M.A. Secretary Principal University of Illinois FACULTY MISS DOROTHY BACON, B.E., M.A. Commerce; Western Illinois State College, Iowa State University. MR. STEPHEN G. BENSON, A.B., M.S. Latin, English II, Dramatics; Quincy College, Western Illinois State College. MR. FREDBLOSS, A.B., M.A. History, Economics, Civics; Quincy College, University of Illinois. MR. ELMER COGAN. B.S., M. Ed. Band, Chorus, University of Missouri. 7 MR. ROBERT COMPTON. A.B. Chemistry, Physics; Illinois College. MRS. GLADYS FRY, B.S. Home Economics; Bradley University. MRS. NINA HAMMOND, A.B. English III, IV; Eureka College. MR. JOHN HANNUM, B.E. Algebra, Bookkeeping; Western Illinois State College. MR. G. J. HENRICK, B.S., M.A. Agriculture; University of Illinois. MISS EVELYN KAMM, B.S. Girls’ P.E., Western Illinois State College. MR. THOMAS P. McKINNEY, B.S., M.S. Citizenship, Boys' P.E., Coach; Western Illinois State College. MRS. GRETCHEN NATIONS, B.E. English I, III; Western Illinois State College, MR. MAURICE ROOT, A.B. Practical Mathematics, Geometry; Western Illinois State College. MRS. MYRLE VANDEVENTER, B.S., A.B. General Science, Biology, Library; Northwest Missouri State College. 8 STUDENT COUNCIL left to right: Bob Perry. DannyNorvell. Alan Freeland, Carol Marshall. Suzie Ames. Rosie King Myrna Sorrells. RamonHufnagel, Maurice Ryan. Jerry Sturhahn. Ronnie Freeland. Jerry Lane John’ veil. Seated: Mary Drake, Harriett Hurst. Rita Bradbury. Carol Cox. Tom Alford, Larry Howard. Standing Thomas. Lyle Nor- Custodian: Clinton Student Council Officers: Jim Mitchell, Gail Custodian- Bernard Walk- Summy. Shinnebarger. Sharon Lane, Dorothy Seckman. er. 9 SCHOOL CALENDAR REMEMBER.. SEPTEMBER 1. School Starts? 6. Labor Day--no school? 15. Sectional Meeting of F.F.A.? 16. Student pictures? 17. Winchester Football game? 21. First meeting of clubs? 22-23. Senior Faculty pictures? 24. Teachers' Institute--no school? 24. Hamilton Football game? 25. Football squad went to U. of I.? 27. Juniors choose class rings? 27. Senior Play practice starts? OCTOBER I. I.S.D. Football game? 8. Havana Football game? 12. Magazine sales start? 13. Safety car demonstration? 15. End of 1st 6 weeks? 15. Teachers Institute--no school? 19. Second Club meeting? 22. Petersburg football game? 22. Homecoming? 22. Snake Dance? 27. Last day of magazine sales? 27-28. Senior Class Play--It's Great to be Crazy? 29. Franklin Football game? 30. District Cross-Country Contest? 30. G.A.A. District Play Day here? 30. Halloween Party? NOVEMBER 5. Rushville Football game? 5. G.A.A. aftergame dance? 6. State Cross -Country Contest? 8. Seniors choose announcements? 10. Armistice Day Program-----Music Speech Department? II. Armistice Day--no school? 16. T.B. Tests? 16. Club meetings and Club pictures taken? 19. Senior Science Dance? 24. Thanksgiving Program—Music and Speech Depts.? 25-26. Thanksgiving Holidays? 26. End of 2nd 6 weeks? 30. Chapin Basketball game? DECEMBER 3. Arenzville Basketball game? 3. Mr. Thiving from T.B. Assn, was here? 6. County Teachers meeting? 7. Rushville Basketball game? 8. Western Basketball game? 10. Virginia Basketball game? 14. Lewistown Basketball game? 14. Club meetings? 16. Si-Y Christmas Party? 17. Pittsfield Basketball game? 17. G.A.A. Christmas Dance? 21. Central Basketball game? 22. Senior Science Dance? 23. Christmas Program—Music and Speech Depts.? 23. Christmas Vacation--no school? JANUARY 3. School starts again? 7. LS.D. Basketball game? 7. Miss Bilgers of MacMurray College? 11. Plymouth Basketball game? 14. End of 3rd 6 weeks and End of Semester? 18. Club meetings? 17-21. Griggsville Tournament? 25. Meredosia Basketball game? 27. Barry Basketball game? 28. Routt Basketball game? 31-Feb. 4. P.M.B.C. Tournament? FEBRUARY 8. Perry Basketball game? 11. Institute--no school? 12. Chandlerville Basketball game? 14. Valentine Party? 15. Notre Dame Basketball game? 16. Band and Chorus Concert? 17. Club meetings? 18. Griggsville Basketball game? 22. Winchester Basketball game? 22. Assembly Program—Speech Department? 25. Mendon Basketball game? 25. End of 4th 6 weeks? MARCH 1-4. Regional Tournament here? 1. Junior Play Practice? 5. District Speech Contest? 7. Potluck for all teachers in Brown County? 9-11. Sectional Basketball Tournament? 12. District and Ensemble Contest? 15. Club Meetings? 16-19. State Basketball Tournament? 26. Sectional Speech Contest? 31-April 1. Junior Class Play? APRIL 2. District Musical Organization Contest? 7-8. Easter Vacation—no school? 8. End of 5th 6 weeks? 15-16. Speech Contest---State Finals? 19. Club meetings? 29-30. State Final Music? MAY 6. Prom? 13-14. Sub-District and District Baseball Tournament? 13-21. State Finals in Track Tournament? 17. Club meetings? 22. Baccalaureate Services? 23-28. Sectional Baseball Tournament? 26. Senior Commencement? 27. End of School? HOW COULD YOU FORGET? ?????? 10 CLASSES SENIORS PEGGY ALSUP Transfer from Warrensburg 1 1 2; F.H.A. 1.2.3.4; Stinger 3,4; Student Council 3; Girls State 3; Class Play Costumes 4. Your first impression--quiet, But these girls can make quite a stir. MARY BEHRENDS Si-Y 1; F.H.A. 2; Jr. Toastmasters 3,4; Class Play 3; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; Band 1,2,3,4. Is she quiet and demure? Maybe--but don't be too sure. DONALD BERRY Track 2,3,4; Football 3,4; Jr. Toastmasters 2; Sr. Science 3, 4; VK 4. Rush on mad world; I care not. RITA BRADBURY Cheerleader 1,2,3.4; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; G.A.A. Camp 3; Band 1,2,3,4; Stinger 4; Homecoming Attendant 2,4; Majorette 4. I could be good, I would be good, But gee-- 12 WAYNE BRIDGEWATER Si-Y 1; F.F.A. 2; Conservation 3,4. I can resist anything but temptation. MICHAEL BROWN Football, Baseball, Basketball 1,2,3,4; Music Contest 1,2,3; Track 2; Si-Y 2; Conservation 3,4; Stinger 3,4; VK 2,3,4; Perfect Att. 2,3; Homecoming King 4. Good looking, clever, popular, too; An athlete good in whatever he'll do. VIRGINIA CHAPMAN G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; Band 1,2,3.4; Chorus 1,2; Stinger 4. As effervescent as champagne. GLENN CHILDERS F.F.A. 1,2,3,4. Those who know most, speak least. SENIORS JANICE CHRISTNER G.A.A. 3,4; Librarian 3; Music Contest 1,3,4; Band 1,3,4; Chorus 1. Generally speaking,--- She's generally speaking. LYLE CLARK Baseball 1,2,3,4; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Class officer 1; Perfect Att. 1.2.3. Onward, onward, time in thy flight, And make the bell ring, before I recite. CAROL COX G.A.A. 2,3,4; Class officer 2,4; Stinger 4; Rambler 3, Editor 4; Student Council 2 3,4; Music Contest 1; Librarian 3; Play 3,4; Homecoming Attendant 1, Queen 4. Gay of heart and a pretty face, No one else can take her place. MILDRED COX Si-Y 1, F.H.A. 2,3,4; Stinger 3, Art Editor 4; Music Contest 1,2,3; Band 1,2,3. Small and neat,winsome and sweet. 13 LEOLA CURTIS Transfer from Carthage 1,2; F.H.A. 1,2,3,4; G.A.A. 2; Music Contest 1,2,4; Chorus 2,4; Class Play 4; Perfect Attendance 1.2. With bigbrown eyes, she’s very pretty. We may also add that she's quite witty. ANNABELLE DALTON G.A.A. 2,3,4; Music Contest 2; Chorus 2; Stinger Staff 4. Her eyes shine from a certain ring's reflection. ELEANOR DAVIS Sanger Staff 4; Si-Y 1; G.A.A. 1,3.4; F.H.A. 2; Perfect Attendance 2. So diminutive, so petite Blond hair and awfully sweet. MAXINE DEETER F.H.A. 2,3,4. This miss is quiet, she’s seen, not heard. SENIORS GENE DOBEY F.F.A. 2,3,4; F.F.A. State Convention delegate 3. A good guy, nice to know; Putting on airs with him just doesn’t go. MAXINE DURBIN F.H.A. 2; G.A.A. 3,4; Perfect Attendance 2,3. Very quiet and shy is she, A nicer girl you'll never see. JOHN FRANKLIN Basketball 2,3,4; Senior Science 3; Conservation 4. He seems to find time for everyone; In truth, he's a loyal B.C.H.S. son. NANCY FRY Si-Y 1; F.H.A. 2,3,4; Stinger Staff 3,4; Class Play 3,4; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; Girls State 3; Band 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1. Sincere in her quest for knowledge. 14 FRED GROVER Basketball 1,2,3,4; F.F.A. 1,2; Baseball 2,3; Conservation 3, 4; Perfect Attendance 3. A little mischief now and then, Is relished by the best of men. LEROY HALL Si-Y 1; Senior Science 3,4; Football 2; Chorus 2; Music Contest 2. I'll be glad when they say to me, ’’Thou are graduated. IRENE HAM G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3; Band 2,3,4; Music Contest 1,2, 3,4. Laughs and talks with everyone. CHARLES HAMILTON F.F.A. 1.2,3,4. We could call him a quiet man, But we know him too well. I SENIORS DAVID HARMAN F.F.A. 1,2,3; Senior Science 4; Student Council 3; Rambler Staff 3,4; Class Play 3,4; All-School Play 2,3; Boys’ State 3. He's bound to be a good farmer someday; He once was the president of the F.F.A. BETTY HATCH Jr. Toastmasters 2,3,4; Class Play 3,4; All-School Play 3; Band 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; Librarian 1; Stinger Staff 4. Love 'em and leave 'em, but Just keep them cornin’. LYNDELL HOWARD Transferred from Whitehall 1,2,3; Perfect Attendance 2; Class Play 3; Senior Science 3; Football 4; Conservation4; Homecoming M.C. 4. They say better men than I have lived. But I doubt it. SUE ANN HUME G.A.A. 2,3,4; Chorus 1; Music Contest 1; Stinger Staff 4. Quiet--at times! 15 JIM MITCHELL Jr. Toastmasters 4; Conservation 3; Football 2,3,4; Baseball and Basketball 1,2,3,4; VK 3,4; Class Officer 1,4; Play 3,4; Boys' State 3; Student Council 4; Homecoming Escort 4. Beware! I may yet do something sensational. DEAL MYERS Si-Y 1; F.F.A. 2; Senior Science 3; Conservation 4. Worry little, Study less — My idea of happiness. kay McClelland G.A.A. 1; Jr. Toastmasters 2,3,4; Play 3, All-School Play 3; Student Council 1; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; Band 3,4; Chorus 1.2.3. Her laughing eyes symbolize sparkling good humor. BETTY LOU McCOY CLARK Jr. Toastmasters 2,4; G.A.A. 3; Music Contest 1,2; Chorus 1, 2; Class play 4. Tired of school and its confusion; Now she is George's illusion. SHARON LANE G.A.A. 1; F.H.A. 2,3,4; Class officer 2, 3,4; Rambler Staff 3, Business manager 4; Student C ouncil 2,4; Librarian 1,2,3; Class play costumes 3; Stinger Staff 4. With work to do she gets it done; But she’s.never too busy to join the fun. MARY LEERHOFF F.H.A. 2; G.A.A. 3,4. A blush is beautiful, but often inconvenient. ALMA LOGSDON Si-Y 1,2; Conservations; Senior Science 4; All-School play costumes 3, Class play 4. Sometimes smiling, sometimes serious; But always friendly. JAMES LOGSDON F.F.A. 1,2; Senior Science 3,4; Band 1, 2; Class play 4; Perfect Attendance 3. There's always mischief in his eyes. BILL MAUCK Basketball 2,3,4; Football 4; Track 1,2. 3,4; Cross Country 2; Si-Y 1; Play 3,4; Senior Science 3; Stinger 3,4; Music Contest 1,3; Chorus 1,3; VK 2,3,4. This guy would have scads of money; If he got paid for being funny. GERALD MERRITT Track 2,3,4; Cross Country 3,4; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Senior Science 4. He's always done his best; And his best is always good. SENIORS SENIORS ROBERT PERRY Baseball 2,3,4; Basketball 2,3; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Si-Y 1; Class Officer3,4;Student Council 3,4; Class Play Stage Manager 3. 4; VK 3,4; Perfect Attendance 1,2,3. I count it a sin, if not a crime; To stay home and study all the time. KAREN QUINN Si-Y 1,2; Jr. Toastmasters 3,4; Class Officer 1; Stinger Staff 3,4; Class Play 3,4; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; Band 1,2,3,4. As a nurse she will succeed; In this field she’s sure to lead. HELEN REISCHE F.H.A. 2; Jr. Toastmasters 3; Conservation 4; Librarian 2,3,4; Class Play 3; Stinger Staff 4; Perfect Attendance 3. Words sweet as honey from her lips distilled. GUY ROBERTS F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Class Play electrician 3,4; Football 2,3,4; Basketball 2. Books were made for worms alone; The sight of them makes me groan. ANN McGURK 3. A.A. 1; Si-Y 1; Jr. Toastmasters 2,3, 4; Class Officer 2, Stinger 1,2,3, Editor 4; Student Council 2; Play 3,4; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; State Music Contest 3; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Sextet 2,3,4; Homecoming Attendant3; Homecoming M.C. 4. Curly hair and laughing eyes; She'll have fun at all she tries. JIM NORVELL F. F.A. 1,2,3,4; Rambler Staff 3,4; Play 3,4, All-School Play 2; Football 3,4; VK 4; Baseball 1,4; Homecoming Escort 4. Jim is the favorite of many a femme; Not the root of all mischief, but surely the stem. JOHN NORVELL Football 2,3,4; Si-Y 1; Conservation 4; Class Officer2,4; Stinger4; Rambler 3,4; Student Council 2,4; Baseball 1,2; VK 2,3,4; Homecoming Escort 4. What the devil won't do to you; Women will! ALICE KING G. A.A. 1,3,4; G.A.A. Camp 3; F.H.A. 2; Si-Y 1; Perfect Attendance 3. Alice is glad to live and smile. She studies too, once in a while. BOB KIRGAN Baseball and Basketball 1,2.3,4; Football 4; Track 4; Cross Country 2; Si-Y 1; VK 2,3,4; Conservation 3,4; Perfect Attendance 3. I wish the fellow who invented work had finished it. ADELINE PARN Cheerleader 3,4; Jr. Toastmasters2.3; G.A.A. 4; Class Play 3,4; Chorus 1,2; Accompanist3,4;Stinger 4; Music Contest 1,2,3,4. Cute and clever, smile disarming, Everyone finds her charming. 17 JOAN THOMAS F.H.A. 2; G.A.A. 3,4; Perfect Attendance 2. Quiet, but dangerous. LEON URVEN Baseball Manager2; Football 1,2,3; Track 3,4; VK 3,4; F.F.A. 1,2; Senior Science 3; Jr. Toastmasters 4; Student Council 3; Class Play 3,4. The census embraces millions of women — I'd like to be the census. STANLEY WAGNER Si-Y 1; Jr. Toastmasters 2; Senior Science 3,4; Music Contest 2,3; Chorus 2,3; Track 1,3,4; Cross Country 3,4; Football 4; Basketball 1.4. Not lazy----Just don't feel like working. LILA WEAR Conservation 3; F.A.A. 4. The tasks of everyday, she meets in a quiet way. SENIORS b JANE WILLEY F. H.A. 2,3,4; Rambler Staff 3, Secretary-Treasurer 4; Class Play Assistant Director 3,4; Music Contest 1; Chorus 1; Stinger Staff 4; D.A.R. Award. A cheerful, most attractive lass; A worthy member of our class. BARBARA WILSON Jr. Toastmasters 3; Conservation 3; Senior Science 4; Music Contest 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Sextet 3,4; Pianist for Chorus 4; State Music Contest 3. Music for Barb is quite the thing; Cause she can either play or sing. ADAMAE WOODS G. A.A. 3,4. A shy miss in our school; Who never breaks a rule. 18 JUNIORS Officers: Maurice Ryan, RamonHufnagel. MyrnaSorrels, Lyle Thomas, Jerry Sturhahn. Gloria Alsup Betty Bear Hileene Behymer Richard Behymer Carol Bemis Max Brierton Ronald Briggs Peggy Burgener Ruth Campbell Gerald Davis Mary Davis Francis Edlin DeWayne Flesner Larry Fry Wanda Fusselman Ann Hoelscher Richard Hoosier Vera Hoover Barbara Houston Ross Huffman Ramon Hufnagel Dewayne Johnson Sandra Johnson Gerald Jones Barbara Kauffman Shirley Ken-Ruth Keyes Barbara Koch Marilyn Law Robert Logsdon Benny Long Joan Lucas Louise Mayfield Eugene Meyers Mildred Mitchell Margaret Morton Robert McNeff Glenn Parker Sandra Parker Patricia Peacock David Phillips Gary Quincy Janis Quinn Charles Rigg Ellis Roate Judy Roate Maurice Ryan Barbara Shepard Gail Shinnebarger Stanley Sides Linda Smith Shirley Smith Vaughn Snyder Myrna Sorrells Wilma Stone Erma Stout Jerry Sturhahn Lyle Thomas Wayne Thomas David Vanderventer Shirley Wagner Catherine Wear Isabelle Williams Melvina Wilson SOPHOMORES Officers: Carol Marshall,Susie Ames, Rosemary King, Alan Freeland, Danny Norvell Susie Ames Judy Bates Carol Behymer Sharon Bessell Marilyn Boker Lawrence Brooks Baroara Buckley Connie Bump Raola Butler Richard Butler Carla Carpenter Don Carpenter Connie Dobbs Patsy Davis Joyce Dunbar Sandra Dunbar Katherine Ensor Frank Fluckey Alan Freeland Barbara Gerdes 24 Gerald Goudschaal Marshall Hall Jean Ham Audrey Hanks Albert Hendricks Darla Hendricks Terry Henrick Barbara Herren Donna Howard Rosalie Howard Rosemary Howard Peggy Howell Karan Ingram Kay Ingram Wesley Keith Rosemary King Gerald Kurfman L. W. Lane Joyce Lear Billy Logsdon Darrell Logsdon Carol Marshall William Merritt Judy Mitchell Roger Moody Charaldine Morgan Linda Myers 25 Joyce McCoy Tommy McNeff Linda Norton Danny Norvell Charles Perry Carol Porter Vernon Reich Wendell Reische Wayne Rose Diane Sailer Dorothy Seckman Robert Shepherd Dwain Smith Shirley Smith Robert Still Carol Test Vickie Thiele Nora Thomas Leverda Trammell Patsy Underwood Betty Walker Pat Watt Bobby Whaley Betsy White Louise Wilson Sandra Wingo 26 IN MEMORIAM HARRIETT HURST Harriett was taken from us in a fatal accident on December 7, 1954. She will always be remembered by her friends and teachers for her industry, her winning smile, and her cheerful disposition. She was secretary of the freshman class, a member of student council and Si-Y Club, and freshman homecoming attendant. 27 FRESHMAN Officers: Tom Alford, Harriett Hurst, Mary Drake, Larry Howard, Ronnie Freeland Jon Adams Tom Alford Larry Alcorn Henry Armour Harry Ashbaker Judy Baker Frances Barker Marion Behymer Stanley Behymer Wayne Behymer Richard Bradbury Wayne Brake Dorvil Branscum Ruth Bridgewater Tommy Bridgewater Linda Brooks Kenny Burgener Mary Butler Mickey Cain Joanne Carpenter Eugene Clayton Tommy Commons Ronnie Davis Wayne Dee ter Janet Delaney 28 Jon Dixon Mary Drake Janice Dunbar Shirley Edlin Ronnie Freeland Edna Fretueg Billy Fusselman Sammy Gerrish Carlene Gordley Carol Goudschaal Betty Harbour Robert Hetrick Beatrice Hofmann Patsy Hornbuckle Larry Howard Robert Hubbard Judy Humke Harriett Hurst Forrest Icenogle Mary Ingram Robert Johnson Jerry Lane Linda Lane Brenda Lantz Ernestine Law Nancy Law Eldon Lashbrook Kenneth Lear Kay Lenz Dollie Leverton Donnie Leverton Sandra Logsdon Beverly Louderback Betty Malcomson Sharon Manning 29 Judy Mayfield Richard Meservey Joanne Meyers Leo Montgomery Randy Moody Jon Morris Ernest Myers Betsy McClelland Mary O'Connor Alma Petri Ronnie Poling Dick Quincy George Quinn Gary Reische Delmain Roate David Roberts Jimmy Root Dicky Smith Ruth Smith Peggy Snyder Dwight Surratt Eddie Test Betty Travis Roger Urven James Vandeventer Mike Vandeventer Linda Varner Deane Wainman Glenn Woods Raymond Woodworth Robert Winner 30 CLUBS JR. TOASTMASTERS Sitting: Kay McClelland, Betty Hatch. Karen Quinn. Ruth Keyes. Barbara Kauffman. Standing: Mr. Benson, Mary Behrends, Ann Hoelscher. Margaret Morton, Ann McGurk. The Jr. Toastmasters Club was organized in 1953 by Mr. Stephen Benson. Its purpose is to foster better public speaking. President..........Ann Hoelscher Treasurer..............Ruth Keyes Vice Pres..........Kay McClelland Reporter..............Betty Hatch Secretary.............Leon Urven Sponsor.....................Mr. Benson Membership. . .17 Leon Urven, Betty McCoy Clark. Ruth Campbell, Jim Mitchell, Carol Marshall, Audrey Hanks, Rosemary Howard, Connie Bump. Courtesy of CONDEE GAS SERVICE 32 CONSERVATION CLUB The Conservation Club began is to familiarize the members with in 1946 under the direction of Mr. conservation practice. Verticcio. The purpose of the club President.............Mick Brown Vice President. . . .Lyndell Howard Secretary.............Pat Peacock Treasurer.....................Bob Kirgan Sponsor.................Mr. Bloss Membership.....................52 First row: Carol Behymer, Shirley Kerr, Joanne Meyers, Mary Betsy McClelland, Wilma Stone, Linda Smith, Judy Roate, Darla Hendrick, Pat Peacock. Second row; Larry Fry, Bob Logsdon, Catherine Wear, Janice Quinn, Shirley Wagner. Betty Bear, Helen Reische, Eileene Behymer, Dorothy Seckman, Raola Butler, Carol Porter, Jim Root, Jerry Davis, Mr. Bloss. Third row; Bobby Winters, Leo Montgomery, Dick Bradbury, Lawrence Brooks, Wayne Brake, Eugene Clayton, Allen Freeland, Jon Adams, Gail Shinnebarger, Lyle Thomas, Fred Grover, Dick Smith, Bob Whaley. Fourth row; Richard Meservey, Stanley Behymer, Francis Edlin, Glenn Parker, John Norvell, Bob Hubbard, Lyndell Howard, Gary Quincy, John Franklin, Bill Mauck, Wayne Bridgewater, Deal Myers, Benny Long, Jerry Sturhahn, Bob Kirgan, Mick Brown, Henry Armour. Courtesy of BROWN CO. STATE BANK 33 SI-Y The Scientific Youth's Club, organized in 1946 by Mrs. Vandeventer, is open to any freshman or sophomore science students. Its purpose is to further interest in science among the students. President.................L. W. Lane Vice President................Wesley Keith Secretary..............Charles Perry Treasurer.............Marshall Hall Reporter.......................Linda Norton Sergeant At Arms. . . . Ronald Poling Sponsor............Mrs. Vandeventer Membership........................41 First row; Kenny Lear, Tom Commons, Robert Johnson, Don Leverton, Forrest Icenogle, Wayne Behymer, Billy Logsdon, Wayne Rose, Randy Moody, Dick Quincy, Kenny Burgener. Second row; Judy Humkei Leverda Trammel, Mary Drake, Alma Petri, Shirley Edlin, Deane Wainman, Ruth Bridgewater, Harriett Hurst, Louise Wilson. Sandra Dunbar, Linda Smith, Judy Mayfield. Third row; Ronald Poling, Mrs. Vandeventer, Wayne Deter, Glenn Woods, Mick Cain, Tom Bridgewater, Jerry Lane, Jon Morris, Marshall Hall, Albert Hendricks, Linda Norton, L. W. Lane, Wesley Keith, Donnie Carpenter, Charles Perry, Ronnie Freeland, Richard Butler, Bob Hetrick, Marion Behymer, Eddie Test, Dorvil Branscum, James Vandeventer. Courtesy of McCURDY MOTOR CO. 34 SENIOR SCIENCE Gerald Merritt, Dave Harman, Jim Logsdon, Joan Lucas, Mr. Compton, Leroy Hall, Alma Logsdon, Dave Vandeventer, Don Berry, Stan Wagner. The Senior Science Club was started by Mr. Verticchio, chemistry instructor, in 1946. The club is made up of junior and senior students who are interested in science. President....................Gerald Merrit V. President...................Dave Harman Secy. Reporter.......Barbara Wilson Treasurer.........David Vandeventer Sponsor........................ Mr. Compton Membership.......................10 Courtesy of TASTEE FREEZ 35 F. F. A First row: Vernon Reich, Wayne Thomas, Dwain Smith, Bob McNeff, Dave Philips, Max Brierton, Jim Norvell, Maurice Ryan, Jon Dixon, Terry Henrick, Tom McNeff. Second row: Mr. Henrick, Roger Urven Eldon Lashbrood, Larry Howard, Tom Alford, Larry Alkhorn, Ernest Myers, Gene Dobey, Charles Hamilton! Guy Roberts, Richard Behymer, Gerald Jones, Scott Meyers, Gerald Kurfman. Third row: Ross Huffman! Mike Van Deventer, Dave Roberts, Delmain Roate, Wendell Reische, Danny Norvell, Bob Perry, Charles Rigg, Darrell Logsdon, Bob Still, Ramon Hufnagel, Gerald Goudschaal, Bob Shepherd, Ellis Roate. Fourth row; Harry Ashbaker, Frank Fluckey, Dwight Surratt, George Quinn, Roger Moddy, Vaughn Snider, Stanley Sides. DeWayne Flesner, Raymond Woodworth, Sammy Garrish, Bill Fusselman, Gary Reische, Ronald Davis. Bill Merritt. The Future Farmers of America is a national organization of boys enrolled in vocational agriculture. Our local chapter was organized in 1938, and became a member of the Illinois State Association this same year. President..........Maurice Ryan Vice President.......Jim Norvell Secretary..........Max Brierton Treasurer..........Dave Phillips Reporter...........Vernon Reich Sponsor..............Mr. Henrick Membership.....................55 Courtesy of TIMEWELL STATE BANK 36 F. H. A The Brown County Chapter of the Future Homemakers of America began in 1951 under the direction of Miss Langford, with 31 members. It now has 56 members. President............................Leola Curtis Vice President........................Gloria Alsup Secretary.............................Sharon Lane Treasurer......................................Jane Willey Historian.......................Charaldine Morgan Parliamentarian........................Peggy Alsup Pianist..................................Nancy Fry Song Leader........................... Patsy Davis Chairman of Projects.................Dianne Sailer Chairman of Recreation................Joyce McCoy Chairman of Public Relations..................Vera Hoover Chairman of Degrees................. Shirley Smith Sponsor.................................. Mrs. Fry First row; Mrs. Fry, Shirley Smith, Patsy Davis, Dianne Sailer, Nancy Fry, Peggy Alsup, Leola Curtis, Gloria Alsup, Jane Willey, Sharon Lane, Charaldine Morgan, Vera Hoover, Joyce McCoy. Second row; Kay Ingram, Marilyn Boker, Carol Test. Maxine Deeter, Barbara Houston, Mildred Mitchell, Lila Wear, Kathryn Ensor, Joyce Lear, Melvina Wilson, Carla Carpenter, Sharon Bessel, Judy Bates, Connie Daabs. Third row: Mary Lou O'Connor, Joann Carpenter, Frances Barker, Wanda Fusselman, Karan Ingram, Vickie Thiele, Mildred Cox, Pat Watt, Peggy Howell, Sandra Johnson, Barbara Herren, Barbara Gerdes, Sandra Wingo, Pat Underwood. Fourth row; Linda Lane, Janice Dunbar, Mary Ingram, Peggy Snyder, Dollie Leverton, Joyce Dunbar, Betty Walker, Nora Thomas. Beverly Louderback, Barbara Buckley, Rosalie Howard, Edna Fretaug, Betty Travis. Courtesy of PARKE AND MARY ROUNDS 37 VARSITY KLUB The Varsity Klub was organized in 1953 by Coach T. P. McKinney. All letter winners who wish to join are eligible to become members of this club. President.......................Mick Brown Vice President...........................John Norvell Secretary and Treasurer.........Lyle Thomas Reporter.......................David Phillips Sponsor..................... Coach McKinney Membership.................................29 First row: Mick Brown, John Norvell, Lyle Thomas. Dave Philips. Second row: Coach McKinney, Lyn-dell Howard, Larry Fry, Wayne Rose, Lyle Clark, Danny Norvell, Allen Freeland. Third row; Bob Whaley, Gail Shinnebarger, Jim Mitchell, Bob Kirgan, Jon Adams, Scott Meyers, Glenn Parker, Dick Bradbury. Fourth row; Max Brierton, Bob Perry, Bill Mauck, DeWayne Flesner, David Vandeventer, Raymon Huf-nagel, Jerry Sturhahn, Gerald Kurfman, Leon Urven. Fifth row; Ellis Roate, Don Berry, Jim Norvell, Stan Wagner. Courtesy of BROWN COUNTY FARM BUREAU 38 G. A. A The Girls Athletic Association was formed in 1931. The purpose of this club is to promote good health and sportsmanship. President.........................Alice King Vice President................Rita Bradbury Secretary Treasurer...........Marilyn Law Reporter......................Rosemary King Point Recorder.......................Eleanor Davis Sponsor.........................Miss Kamm Membership................................46 First row: Brenda Lantz, Betty Malcomson, Beatrice Hofmann, Donna Howard, Pat Hornbuckle, Eleanor Davis, Adeline Parn, Sandra Parker, Sue Ann Hume, Miss Kamm. Second row; Judy Mitchell, Linda Brooks, Erma Jean Stout, Barbara Shepard, Marilyn Law, Alice King, Rita Bradbury, Rosemary King, Myrna Sorrells, Nancy Law, Sandra Logsdon, Judy Baker. Third row: Carlene Gordley, Carol Cox, Isabelle Williams, Ruth Smith, Ernestine Law, Carol Bemis, Betsy White, Annabelle Dalton, Virginia Chapman, Janet Delaney, Glenna Martin, Adamae Woods, Betty Harbour. Fourth row; Carol Goudsciiaal, Kay Lenz, Sharon Manning, Peggy Burgener, Janice Christner, Mary Leerhoff, Joan Thomas, Irene Ham, Shirley Smith, Louise Mayfield, Maxine Durbin, Jean Ham, Suzie Ames. Compliments of THE GAMBLES STORE 39 STINGER First row: Pat Underwood, Karen Quinn, Leola Curtis, Ann Me Gurk, Nancy Fry, Ruth Keyes, Gloria Al-sup. Second row; Mrs. Nations, Ellis Roate, David Philips, Mary Drake, Mick Brown, Marilyn Law, De-Wayne Flesner, Vaughn Snyder, Leon Urven, Bill Mauck. The Stinger was started in 1934 by Mrs. Nations. It is published bimonthly. The Stinger is staffed mainly by juniors and seniors. Editor.................................................Ann McGurk Art Editor............................................. Mildred Cox First row; Virginia Chapman, Annabelle Dalton, Adeline Parn, Mildred Cox. Second row: Eleanor Davis, Sue Ann Hume, Betty Hatch, Carol Cox, Sharon Lane, Peggy Alsup, Helen Reische, Jane Willey, Rita Bradbury, Miss Bacon. 40 LIBRARIANS Seated: Mrs. Vandeveiuer, librarian; Ann Hoelscher, Irene Ham, Myrna Sorrells, Vera Hoover, Ruth Campbell, Betty McCoy Clark, Joyce Lear, Helen Reische, assistant librarians. OFFICE PERSONNEL Seated: Mrs. Vermillion, secretary; Mildred Mitchell, Joanne Meyers, Joyce Lear, Bill Logsdon, Glenn Woods, Adamae Woods, Marion Behymer. 41 ACTIVITIES SENIOR CLASS PLAY •Bn Sitting: Jim Logsdon, Leola Curtis, Jim Mitchell, Jim Norvell, Nancy Fry, Karen Quinn, Adeline Parn, Betty Hatch. Leon Urven. Standing: Peggy Alsup, Jane Willey, Betty Lou McCoy Clark, Bill Mauck, Ann McGurk, Carol Cox, David Harman, Alma Logsdon, Guy Roberts, Bob Perry. The Senior Class Play, It's Great to Be Crazy , was presented October 27 and 28 in the North Grade School gym. The play was directed by Mrs. Benson. The cast is as follows: Janet Maxwell...................... John Maxwell....................... Connie Maxwell..................... Betty Lou Maxwell................... Wilbur Maxwell...................... Hercules Nelson..................... Bernadine ........................ . Grover Jennings..................... Aunt Mary........................... . . Carol Cox David Harman . Ann McGurk . Karen Quinn . . Leon Urven . Jim Mitchell . Adeline Parn . . Bill Mauck . . Betty Hatch Mrs. Jennings . . J. C. Mallory . . Louie............ Gertrude......... Gladys........... Clara Smith . . . Costumes......... Electrician .... Sound Effects . . . Assistant Director .......Nancy Fry .... Jim Norvell .... Jim Logsdon .... Leola Curtis . . . Alma Logsdon Betty McCoy Clark . . . . Peggy Alsup .......Guy Roberts .........Bob Perry .... Jane Willey Courtesy of JEANNE BEAUTY SALON 44 JUNIOR CLASS PLAY Sitting: Ruth Campbell, Larry Fry. Barbara Kauffman, Ann Hoelscher, Jerry Sturhahn, Louise Mayfield, Erma Jean Stout, Carol Bemis. Standing: Stanley Sides, David Vandeventer, Vaughn Snyder, Max Brierton, Lyle Thomas, Ramon Hufnagel, Ellis Roate, Glenn Parker, Margaret Ann Morton. The Junior Class Play Father Be Calm was presented March 31 and April 1, in the North Grade School gym. The play was directed by Mr. Benson. The cast is as follows: Mr. Hamilton . . Mrs. Hamilton . . Richard Hamilton Junior Hamilton . Redford Sandberg Marilyn Hamilton Bert Hemingway . Gloria........ . . . Max Brierton . . Ann Hoelscher . . Jerry Sturhahn ...... Larry Fry . Ramon Hufnagel Barbara Kauffman . . Vaughn Snyder . Erma Jean Stout Margy........... Everett Parker . . Cop............. Miss Alder .... Grandpa......... Costumes........ Electrician . . . . Sound Effects . . Assistant director .... Ruth Campbell . David Vandeventer ..........Ellis Roate Margaret Ann Morton ......Lyle Thomas . . . Louise Mayfield ......Stanley Sides ......Glenn Parker ......Carol Bemis Courtesy of ZORN BEAUTY SHOP 45 BAND The band, under the direction of Mr. Cogan, had a very successful year. They appeared at the Winter concert and the Spring concert besides the district and solo contest. First row; Mary Behrends, David Vandeventer, Louise Wilson, Laverda Trammel, Tom Alford, Linda Brooks, Sandra Logsdon, Audrey Hanks. Second row; Peggy Burgner, Mary Drake, Janis Quinn, Jon Adams, Erma Stout, Betty Hatch, Linda Norton, Benny Long, Jim Vandeventer, Carol Porter, Roger Moody, Vernon Reich. Third row: Jerry Sturhahn’ Karen Quinn, Dorothy Seckman, Harriett Hurst, Jon Morris, Ross Huffman, Ronnie Freeland, Bob Still. Fourth row; Sandra Dunbar, Pat Peacock, Virginia Chapman, Connie Bump, Kay McClelland, Charles Perry, Irene Ham, Nancy Fry, Judy Bates, Janis Christner, Margaret Morton, Rita Bradbury, Mr. Cogan. Courtesy of FARMERS STATE BANK TWIRLERS The twirlers are composed of two seniors, one junior, and one sophomore. They appeared with the band at all the home football games and gave several performances at the basketball games. Standing: Rita Bradbury. Kneeling; Margaret Morton. Judy Bates, Janice Christner. SEXTET The sextet is made up of two seniors, three sophomores, and one junior. They appeared at various civic events, and at the band concerts. They took part in the contest at Avon and several school programs which were held. Left to Right: Patsy Davis, Carol Marshall, Ruth Campbell, Adeline Parn; accompanist, Barbara Wilson, Ann McGurk, Betsy White. Courtesy of SHOOPMAN SERVICE STATION, BESSEL GREEN HOUSE 47 CHORUS The chorus, under the direction of Mr. Cogan, has appeared at the Winter and Spring concerts and at the district contest. First row; Betty Malcomson, Patsy Underwood, Darla Hendricks, Joan Lucas, Adeline Pam, Sharon Manning, Carol Marshall, Susie Ames, Nancy Law, Barbara Shepard. Second row: Janet DeLaney, Peggy Burgener, Kay Ingram, Barbara Wilson, Leola Curtis, Ann McGurk, Charaldine Morgan, Janice Dunbar, Karen Ingram, Barbara Buckley. 48 SPORTS FOOTBALL First row: Lyndel Howard, Bill Mauck, Stan Wagner, Jim Mitchell, Bob Kirgan, DeWayne Flesner, Lyle Thomas, Gail Shinnebarger, Alan Freeland, Scott Meyers. Second row: Mickie Brown, Leon Urven, Jerry Sturhahn, Donald Berry. Maurice Ryan, Ramon Hufnagel, Benny Long, Jon Adams, Glenn Parker. Third row: Coach Mckinney, Larry Fry, Gerald Kurfman, Dave Phillips. John Norvell, Guy Roberts, Danny Norvell. Eddie Test, Dave Roberts, David Vandeventer. Fourth row: Mickie Cain, Richard Meservey, Ronald Poling, Bob Whaley. Bob Johnson’ Lawrence Brooks, Jon Dixon. Left to right: Captain Mike Brown, Co-Captain Jerry Sturhahn, Coach McKinney. Schedule Name They We W inchester 26 6 Hamilton 34 13 I. S. D. 13 18 Havana 13 6 Petersburg 0 13 F ranklin 6 20 R ushville 26 0 Courtesy of SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. 50 Don Berry Guard M B AGRICULTURAL SERVICE 51 Jim Norvell End Mick Brown Quarterback Guy Roberts Halfback John Norvell Halfback SENIOR HORNETS Lyndel Howard Guard Jim Mitchell End BASKETBALL First row: Jon Adams. Ronnie Poling, Roger Moody, Ed Test, Bob Hubbard, L. W. Lane, Jim Root. Second row: Ronnie Freeland, Jerry Lane, Tom Alford, Dick Quincy, Randy Moody, Dick Smith. Third row; Dorvil Branscum, Danny Norvell, Dwight Surratt, Tom Bridgewater. Dick Bradbury, Wayne Brake. Left to right: Bob Whaley. Coach McKinney, Alan Freeland. Schedule Name We They Name We They Chapin 41 - 63 Meredosia 58 - 48 Arenzville 65 - 42 Barry 49 - 37 Rushville 38 - 39 Routt 44 - 46 Western High 54 - 49 Perry 57 - 71 Virginia 44 - 46 Bluffs 50 - 62 Lewistown 23 - 61 Chandlerville 68 - 67 Pittsfield 52 - 62 Notre Dame 56 - 83 Central 58 - 57 Griggs ville 63 - 70 I. S. D. 46 - 44 Winchester 49 - 77 Plymouth 45 - 51 Mendon 48 - 75 Tournaments Name We They Griggsville Tourney Notre Dame 42 67 Arenzville 26 33 P. M. B. C. Tournament Chapin 55 67 Regional Tourney Industry 56 70 Courtesy of BUCKLEY'S AUTO PARTS Courtesy of MEATS SUPER MARKET 52 TRACK First row: Leon Urven, Ellis Roate, Scott Meyers, Gerald Merritt, DeWayne Flesner, Bill Mauck, Don Berry, Stan Wagner. Second row: Bob Whaley, Danny Norvell, Mike VanDeventer, Roger Urven, Wayne Brake, John Nor-vell, Lawrence Brooks, Dick Bradbury, Bill Merritt. Coach Root. Third row: Kenny Burgener, Robert Johnson, Ronnie Poling, Benny Long, Dwight Surratt. George Quinn, Larry Howard. CROSS COUNTRY From left: Coach Root, Dick Bradbury, Stan Wagner, Gerald Merritt, Ellis Roate, Mike VanDeventer, Bill Merritt. 55 CHEERLEADERS Sitting: Laura Jean Renaker. Standing: Barbara Shepard. Susie Ames, Rita Bradbury. Erma Jean Stout, Adeline Parn. HIGHLIGHTS HOMECOMING Freshman Attendant and Escort Harriet Hurst and Bob Kirgan. Sophomore Attendant and Escort Susie Ames and Jim Mitchell. Queen Carol Cox King Mick Brown Junior Attendant and Escort Erma Stout and Jim Norvell. Senior Attendant and Escort Rita Bradbury and John Norvell. 58 VARSITY Max Brierton Lyle Thomas Dave Phillips Bob McNeff Courtesy of BRYANT'S MOTOR SALES Mick Brown Bob Kirgan John Franklin Jim Mitchell Gail Shinnebarger Vaughn Snyder Glen Parker Courtesy of NEW METHOD CLEANERS BASEBALL First row: Bob Kirgan, Jim Mitchell, Lyle Clark, Glenn Parker, David Phillips, Gail Shinnebarger, Francis Ed-lin, Mick Brown, Bob Perry. Second row: Tommy Bridgewater, Lyle Thomas, Mas Brierton, Bob Hubbard, Vaughn Snyder, Alan Freeland, Dorvil Branscum.Jim Norvell, Coach McKinney. Third row: Dick Quincy, Ronnie Freeland, Jon Adams. Gary Quincy, Eddie Test, L. W. Lane, Dick Smith, Jerry Lane. Schedule Apr. 1 Chandlerville there W 10 T 6 Apr. 4 Chapin here 10 1 Apr. 6 Arenzville here 5 1 Apr. 15 Meredosia there 5 1 Apr. 19 Bluffs here 6 1 Apr. 22 I. S. D. here 16 5 Apr. 26 Routt there 4 2 Apr. 27 Perry here 15 3 Apr. 27 St. Mary's here 7 2 May 2 Virginia here 11 3 May 4 Lewistown there 3 4 P.M. B.C. Tourney May 16 Meredosia 21 3 May 17 Griggsville 5 4 May 17 Pittsfield 1 4 Managers: Tom Alford, Gerald Kurfman 54 Jim Norvell. Lyle Clark, Jim Mitchell, Mick Brown, Bob Perry, Bob Kirgan. INITIATION AWARDS Freshman - Larry Howard and Joanne Meyers Sophomore - Rosemary King and Alan Freeland Student awards for popularity were given for the first time this spring. Petitions were made up for nomination of the most popular girl and boy in each of the 4 classes. Each student was given the opportunity to vote on a couple in his class. Results of the election determined the winner. 61 Junior - Maurice Ryan and Erma Jean Stout Senior - Jane Willey and John Norvell AWARDS Leadership - Karen Quinn All-around Student - John Franklin On March 7 the Seniors voted on an award to be given to a Senior student who had an outstanding record in citizenship. A leadership award was also voted to be given to an outstanding Senior student. The Junior and Senior students elected the all-round student among them. The Senior girls elected one girl from their class to receive the DAR Award. Citizenship - Gerald Merritt DAR Award - Jane Willey 62 PROM Speakers Table: Jim Mitchell--Senior President, Jerry Sturhahn--Junior President, David Steinbeck--Guest Speaker. 63 GRADUATION COMPLIMENTS OF Maurice Armstrong Bates Drug Store Brockman and Wegs A. B. Chrisman Una E. Cox Fred Craven Galloway’s Bakery Gregory Implement Co. Gulf Station E. Kay Helmer E. G. Histle Co. Hornsby’s Store D. A. Kauder Noah Marshal I McCoy Radio Electric Robert A. Miller Clark Mitchell Mt. Sterling Auto Body O’Conner and Langan, Phillip 66 John Parkinson Mary Renaker A. J. Rodolf Charles Turner R uth Turner Luther Vale Wilson Wagner Frank Wegs Blanch Williams Sincere Wishes for Success and Happiness to the Class of 55” MR. AND MRS. A. L. PEZMAN LOG CABIN CAFE Meredosia Channel Cat Fish Choice Steaks Fried Chicken Sandwiches Illinois MT. STERLING COAL CO. Hard Coal Green Marked Coal East Ky. Coal Mt. Sterling. Illinois Telephone 6701 MT. STERLING IMPLEMENT CO. Ford Dearborn Tractor Farm Equipment Your Ford Tractor Dealer Sales Parts and Service ★ Wood Bros. Corn Pickers and Combines New Holland Automatic Balers Mowers - Rakes Ralph J. Orr — Owners — Jack Hill Yes, Mobil Oil Is The Worlds Largest Selling Oil.” Compliments of HOLMES SUPER SERVICE Mt. Sterling Illinois Everything in Farm Equipment G. M. C. Trucks — Sales Service Ezee Flow Equipment ELMER ADAMS FERGUSON SYSTEM Mt. Sterling Prairie Farms of Western Illinois Meet Your Friends at the PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY BAR Mt. Sterling, Illinois Phone 2211 A. C. PERRY THE Elevator Company PENNEY STORE Grains — Sargent Feeds and Lumber Local and Long Distance Trucking Best Wishes INEZ To the Class of 1955 BEAUTY BAR THORTON’S SHOE STORE Phone 2151 C. E. (Bill) Thorton Mt. Sterling 1 llinois Inez Vance — R. C. Ruth Vance — R. C. VINCENT’S CASH STORE WEBBER INSURANCE AGENCY Groceries and Dry Goods Mt. Sterling Versailles Illinois Insurance and Real Estate WHALEY Congratulations to the Class of 1955 JEANNE BEAUTY SALON GROCERY We Help You Keep Your Loveliness Timewell Illinois 104 W. Main Street Level Phone 5031 Elva Zorn Compliments of Compliments of BILL DEVLIN and FREELANDS ORCHARDS Apples and Sweet Cider ’TEEN PHELPHS Mt. Sterling Illinois Phone 2913 0. J. BUMP LUMBER SALES 110 E. Union St. Mt. Sterling, III. Phone 4241 R. C. A. VICTOR Television “Headquarters for Quality Building Material” Bates Radio Electric CAPITOL APPLIANCE AND ELECTRIC EAST END GROCERY One of Midwest’s Leading Retailers of Quality Household Appliances Quality Meats and Groceries “We Service What We Sell” Fresh Fruits and'Vegetables FAGAN PRODUCE Compliments of Cash Buyers of FRIDAY’S FURNITURE SHOP Poultry, Eggs, Cream Phone 2121 Mt. Sterling Illinois ZIMMERMAN BROS. Compliments of Automobile GEORGE LINDSEY Sales Service Hardware Appliances And Produce Versailles Mt. Sterling Versailles Illinois Compliments of Diamonds Watches MINNIE BICKERS FLYNN L. A. GROSS SON Jewelry Gift Shop County Superintendent of Schools The store of 10,000 gifts Mt. Sterling, III. Brown County Illinois Jewelry Silverware JESS B. HENRY Compliments New and Used Cars O’NEIL’S Versai lies Nails and Pills Compliments of WEST FOOD STORE SHELL SERVICE STATION Quality Meats Groceries Fresh Fruits Vegetables Dean Dunbar Complete Modern Food Service Compliments of FREDERICK C. A. ANDERSON BRICK TILE Dist. Agent Box 145 John Hancock Mutual Mt. Sterling Illinois Life Insurance Co. FLYNN’S MARKET GALLOWAY AND SONS Allis-Chalmers Phone 2131 New Idea Kewanee All Top Brands in Fine Meats and Groceries Phone 6231 Mt. Sterling 1 llinois INGELS Furniture and Hardware INGRAM SERVICE Quality Always Above Price Coal and Ice Mt. Sterling 1 llinois A Darn Good Town Versailles Phone 502 Illinois MT. STERLING ELEVATOR MENN’S FIRESTONE Master Mix Feeds Seeds Tires — Batteries Auto Supplies Grain Fertilizer Opposite Court House Phone 7311 Compliments of Compliments of JOSEPH R. MORTON HUFNAGEL FUNERAL HOME Lawyer Compliments of YATES RESTAURANT TEEFEY FEED COMPANY Phone 37 Beardstown Illinois BARKER BROS. Compliments of Welding and Machine Shop Gleaner Combines Massey Harris Implements Sales — Service TWEEDT’S LOCKER PLANT Phone 5191 Mt. Sterling Illinois Phone 5501 Mt. Sterling Illinois ECONOMY PARTS CO. Compliments of New and Used Parts Glass Installed STANDARD SERVICE STATION Phone 6171 Bert Colgan and Charles Baldwin BLANCHE’S BEAUTY SHOPPE LONG OLIVER COMPANY 103 W. Maine Phone 5721 (Uncle Cedric) Street Floor Air Conditioned BILL NOBLE BODY SHOP Compliments of HORBELT’S PLUMBING AND HEATING Mt. Sterling Illinois Phone 4551 Mt. Sterling Compliments of HOOVER GROCERY MYERS FEED STORE Meats Groceries Mary and Glenn Wayne Feed Timewell Illinois WHITE’S PAINT AND DRAPERY SHOP GEORGE’S SKATING RINK Skating Every Night Except Monday 7:30 to 10:30 110 East Main Street For Health's Sake Roller Skate Phone 3521 Meredosia Always a Good Show at the Compliments of BROWN THEATRE SCHOONHOVEN BARBER SHOP Compliments of KEIFERS CASH STORE L. R. HETRICK Compliments of CROXTON MT. STERLING FRY GARAGE Hersman Illinois HERSMAN TRADING POST Stayleys Feeds Custom Grinding and Mixing Produce, Baby Chicks, Hardware and Groceries G. H. LONG, DMA Veterinarian Phone 20 R-l Mt. Sterling Illinois Compliments of CLARK PRODUCE Mt. Sterling Illinois Compliments of EDWARDS DRUG STORE Beardstown Compliments of the BEARDSTOWN LAUNDRY Dry Cleaning FRED 1. CLIVE 201 East Second Street Beardstown Illinois Pickups Every Wednesday and Saturday FURNITURE CO. Beardstown Illinois at Briggs Penney Store Compliments of WESTERN AUTO THE DAVIS STORE ASSOCIATE STORE Versailles Illinois Tires Batteries Seat Covers Auto Accessories Compliments of BLANKENBURG PHOTOGRAPHERS Home Owned by Jack M. Chinn Macomb, Illinois Compliments of Compliments of BALZER’S FARMERS Rexall Drug Store Val ]. Balzer, R.P. Prescriptions — Remedies Greeting Cards — Toiletries Film Photo Service Animal Vaccines — Serums SUPER SERVICE Trusses — Private Fitting Rooms Phone 3631 PIERCE FARMS SCHUYLER-BROWN Registered Aberdeen Angus Cattle SERVICE CO. Earl and Virgil Pierce Quality Petroleum Products Fuel Oil - Gasoline - Motor Oil Feed - Seed - Plant Food Eileenmere Bradolier Sunbeam Farm Chemicals Camp Point Illinois Mt. Sterling 4001 Compliments of Compliments of TIMEWELL BOYDSTUN ELEVATOR COMPANY LUMBER CO. A Good Business in a Good Town” Wayne Peacock Manager Timewell Illinois Compliments of MOORMAN’S GARAGE JUNCTION GRILL 221 W. Chestnut Phone 2671 Jim and Virginia Mitchell THE DEMOCRAT Insurance Real Estate Farm Loans Dwelling Loans MESSAGE HUSTED INSURANCE AGENCY Congratulates the Class of’55 Mt. Sterling III. Phone 6771 BUETER’S |l Live BUTTER KRUST Better Live Electrically! Your Daily Bread COSTS SO LITTLE! Central Illinois Public Service Company BROWN COUNTY Drink PEPSI COLA MOTOR CO. The Light Refreshment Dealers in Oldsmobile — Chevrolet Cars Trucks In Account With MARIBEE BEAUTY SALON RAY COAL CO. Limestone - Sand - Road Rock Phone 3351 Rock Phosphate — Gravel — Fertilizer Phones Mary Louise Mary B Office 7441 - Home 6713 MONTGOMERY WARD ARROW RESTAURANT Beardstown Illinois Channel Cat Fish Steaks Everything for the Family • Chicken Furniture — Supplies Building Materials Supplies Sea Food Clothing Beardstown Phone 23 J. Q. LAWLESS THANKS Lawyer and Without Your Ads Real Estate Broker This Book Would Be IMPOSSIBLE Salesman Lucille Wegs THE RAMBLER STAFF AUTOGRAPHS Courtesy of WAYNE NORTON • I i ■ • M f H Mft1'1 HWtlCTMH W