Byron Area High School - By Hi Yearbook (Byron, IL)

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Class History We, the class of 1951, leave the halls of Byron High School with fond memories of tea- chers, classmates, and the many days of fun, work, and outside activity. Looking back, we recall the fall of 1947 when we entered high school. The sophomores greeted us with an initiation party that was a lot of fun and helped us get better acquainted. In April we returned their hospitality and gave a party in their honor. We closed the school year with a party at the White Pines State Park. In our sophomore year we initiated the new freshmen and were their guests at a party in the spring. It was during our junior year that our activities began to increase. At Christmas time we sponsored the annual Christmas Dance, Snowtime Sequence. The gym was beautifully decorated for the occasion and Cliff Gray's orchestra furnished the music. The Sweden House in Rockford was the scene of our annual Junior-Senior Banquet in May. After the dinner, we went to Coronado Theater to see The Reformer and the Redhead. In the summer of 1950, one of our classmates, Tom Showalter, was called to active duty with the Marines and left Byron in August. During our last year we missed Tom's smiling face and sparkling personality. So to you, Tom, from all of us—Good luck! George Washington Slept Here In November eleven members of the class presented the senior play, “George Washing- ton Slept Here. It was a brilliant comedy involving unexpected situations that kept the audi- ence in a continual state of laughter. It concerned itself with a family who had bought a run down house because George Washington supposedly had slept there. (It turned out to be Benedict Arnold.) The family soon learns that it has no water, no road, and practically no dirt. Leading roles were played by David Ives, Marlene Harris, Harlan Rowland and Bill Wiley. Everyone did an exceptional job. The whole cast of characters was as follows. Mr. Kimber .... Newton Fuller . . Annabelle Fuller Madge Fuller . .. Steve Eldridge . Katie.......... Harlan Rowland .... David Ives Marlene Harris Nancy DeFouw . Dick Swanson . Joanne Nelson — 15 —

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The Seniors DAVE IVES A gentleman, an intellect, a future. KAY LOVE “In her 'twas natural to please. JOANNE NELSON Her good humor is the clear blue sky of her soul. LIESARA STEBNER And virtue is her own reward. BOB HENSON The mildest manners, the gentlest heart. BETTY LINGBECK A vein of mirth beneath her air of dignity. SHIRLEY MORRISON That winsome look, that winning smile. DANNY SMITH If fame comes after death, I am in no hurry for it. DICK SWANSON With a spirit of ambition. — 14 —

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Class History Mrs. Douglas . Clayton Evans Rena Leslie . .. Hester ....... Raymond....... Uncle Stanley Leggett Frazer Tommy Hughes Sue Barrington Miss Wilcox .. Mr. Prescott .. ..... Kay Love Ronnie Faulkner . Betty Lingbeck ... Lois Bontjes .... Dan Smith ..... Bill Wiley . . . Bob Henson .... Bob Meline Shirley Morrison Liesara Stebner . Rony Helsdon Sneak Day In May we took a day off from school and enjoyed ourselves in Chicago away from our studies. We left home early and returned late,but we had a very enjoyable time. In May, also, the junior class treated us to a very nice meal and entertainment at the Rockford Y.M.C.A. Lodge. May Dance The most beautiful social attraction of the year was the unequalled May Dance held May 12. After the coronation of the Queen and King and the presentation of the Court, the winding of the May pole took place. Then the King and Queen led the impressive Grand March. The auditorium was beautifully decorated in the traditional spring theme, and the whole evening was one of enjoyment. And now, Friday, June 1, we end four years of studies, extracurricular activities, and pleasant daily associations. We will go our separate ways, but the memories of the past four years will remain in our hearts. Good luck, future seniors! Farewell, Byron High!