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

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Wtt and Jestament We, the graduating class of 1954, having developed habits and characteristics during our past four years that were helpful in pursuing our studies, now realiz- ing that such traits might be doubtful assets in the years to come, do hereby be- queath said characteristics to the following underclassmen. Realizing the gravity of this transfer of our treasured possessions, we do solemly swear that we are sound in mind and that we have the good of Byron High at heart in each and every bequest. I, Nancy Auker, feel that my amiable charm has helped me through many a difficult situation and assignment. I, therefore, bequeath it to Shirley King to be used in the rough days to come. I, Burnell Bain, leave my ability to aggravate teachers (especially Mr. Hahn) to Kenneth Colloton. I, Kay Cambell, leave my sultry manner and my sense of humor to Carolyn Jackson. These characteristics are especially helpful in extra curricular activi- ties . I, Audrey Colwell, leave Byron High School with the greatest of pleasure and bequeath my job of production editor of the Ink Spot to anyone who will take it. I, Jean Newhausen, will my small features, my daintiness, and my soft voice to Tom Furman. No explanation of my reason is necessary. I, Jerry Frye, bequeath my abilities as a conversationalist to Squire Butt. I, Joan Furman, leave my soft voice to one who will cherish it, Rusty Nelson. I, Harry Heidenreich, having great interest in the athletic teams of the fut- ure, leave my position of end of the football team to Harry Messenger. I feel that this will please the Coach as well as Messenger. I, Gary Hess, knowing Bruce Billings's great interest in Marilyn Monroe, and knowing it is only because she has pretty hair, do hereby leave to Bruce my blond crewcut. I, Kathy Hess, feeling that promptness is next to cleanliness, and therefore next to Godliness, will my ability to be on time to anyone who might need it. I, Greg Ives, leave my musical ability to Bob Anderson, hoping that he will take good care of it and continue to let it grow. I, Connie King, bruised, hoarse, and happy, do hereby pass on to Mary Alice Rieken, my abilities as a cheerleader. I, Wayne King, will that which has been referred to as a touch of the comic to Mary Rood, hoping that it can be used in next year's senior play. I, Karen Lutz, leave my way with the opposite sex, to Nancy Prescott. I, Gene McNames, do hereby bequeath my scholastic abilities to Jerre Camp- bell. If he has no need for them, I hereby request that he pass them on. I, Dale Medearis, leave my Romeo ways to Allan McCoy. I, Jennifer Nelson, feel that my shyness has been greatly helpful the past four years. I leave such shyness to Susie Steinhagen. I, Alvin Oltamanns, will my ability to loaf to Lucien Laswell. I do this because 10

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JEAN NEWHAUSEN G.A.A. 1,2, 3, 4, Point Chairman 3; F. H. A. 3,4; Girls'Chorus 1,2; Mixed Chorus 1,2; The Night of January 16th 4. ALVIN OLTMANNS F. F. A. 1,2,3,4; The Night of January 16th 4. HARLAN SHANK Basketball 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2; F. F. A. 1,2,3,4; Mixed Chorus 1,2, 3,4; Band 1,2, 3, 4; The Night of January 16th 4. NORLYN TAYLOR Class Secretary I; Class President 2; Class Treasurer 3; Foot- ball 2, 3,4; Basketball 1,2, 3,4; Track 1,2, 3,4; Baseball 3,4; F.F.A. 1,2, 3,4, Vice President 2; The Night of January 16th 4. OPAL TURNER Clinton High School 1,2; Class President 1,2; Student Council 3; G.A.A. 1,2.3, 4, Vice President 2; F. H. A. 3,4, President 4; Ink Spot 3,4, Humor Editor 3; Key Hole Editor 4; Girls' Chorus 1,2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; The Night of January 16th 4. JEANNE WHETSEL Student Council 4; Class Secretary 3; G.A.A. 1,2, 3,4, Secre- tary 4; F. H. A. 1,2, 3,4, Reporter 2, Treasurer 3; By-Hi Assistant Feature Editor 4; Girls' Chorus 1,2, 3,4; Mixed Chorus 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 2, 3,4. BOB WICKWIRE Basketball 1,2, 3,4; Track 1,2,4; Baseball 3,4; By-Hi Photog- rapher 4; The Night of January 16th 4; Oration 3.

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Lucien needs it and I have plenty. I, Harlan Shank, leave my most cherished possession, one which has greatly helped me in my high school years--my motorcycle--to anyone who will treat it with the kindness and tenderness it deserves. I, Norlyn Taylor, bequeath a little of my extra height to Kirby Johnson in or- der that he can see the band director without sitting on catalogues. I, Opal Turner, leave Jim Snyder my ability to speak rapidly. This will un- doubtedly aid him in speech class. I, Jeanne Whetsel, leave my typing ability, as well as my interest in said subject, to David Cox. I, Bob Wickwire, will my nickname, Putty, to Big Bob McKee. To the Junior Class we leave inspiration, perseverance, and a desire to work. With these characteristics and a little luck, they may approach the standard we have set. To the Sophomore Class we leave the consoling thought that they have com- pleted half their high school work. To the Freshman we leave our excellent ability to sell magazines. To the faculty we leave these possessions: To Mr. Lundgren-- An American History Class that can read its lesson once and understand it. To Mr. Sunderman--English III students who will appreciate Modern Amer- ican poets. Also we leave our thanks for his patience and cooperation in making our four years so enjoyable. To Mr. Balch--A girl's gym class made up of members who can tumble with flexibility without getting hurt. To Mr. Quarton--An intelligent group of students for chemistry, biology, and algebra possessed with a keen desire to learn more about coon dogs. To Mrs. Carr--A Home Economics Class who can tell the yolk from the white of an egg. To Mr. Lefever--A strong alto section in the Mixed Chorus. We also leave my automatic conductor's stand that is self adjusting. To Mr. Hahn--An Agriculture Class with a supreme interest in Berkshires, Hampshires, and Worcestershires. To Mr. DeYoung--A shorthand class that will master each days assignment without the customary moans and groans. To Mose--A jet propelled broom and a radar unit to detect those people who stick gum on the tables and throw the wrappers on the floor. To Caroline--An office boy to attend to the job of writing excuses for those unfortunate students with no alarm clocks. Signed and sealed this 1st day of June, in the year of our Lord 1954. Class of '54 11