Charlotte High School - Delphian Yearbook (Charlotte, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1956 volume:

The yearbook staff takes great pleasure in the presentation of the 1956 CHARHIAN of Charlotte High School a S YOU hold this yearbook before AA you a clear picture of memorable - ■ events shall unfold before your eyes. Because this book is a record of your accomplishments, hopes, and dreams, the Charhian Staff is happy to dedicate the 1956 Charhian to you, the students of Charlotte High School. The table of contents Introduction We’vegotthecoach, team, pep, steam After the game is over— The pause that refreshes Semester Exams, Our Stimulus for Study The valedictorian and saluta- torian honors are given to the students with the most outstand- ing scholastic records. Joann Go- bel, for her 4.00 average, receives the valedictorian honor. For his 3.89 average, James Myers re- ceives the honor of salutatorian. DANFORTH AWARD BAUSCH AND LOMB AWARD The University of Michigan Awards are given to Joellen Bon- ham and Charles Wood for their outstanding leadership, scholar- ship, and sportsmanship. To Peter Hansen and Beth Kays, for out- standing leadership and ctizen- ship, goes the Danforth Award, the book “I DARE YOU”, which is a challenge to leadership in the future. The Bausch and Lomb Science Award, this year, goes to Jon Wooley for his ex- ceptional scientific interest and achievement. UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AWARD We are proud of our administration... SCHOOL BOARD: (left to right) Mr. Clifford Smith. Mrs. Margaret Vance. Mr. Lyman Chamberlain, Mrs. Anna Foster, Mr. Clark Muma, Mr. William Otto. of our faculty... CAROLYN ALFREDSON B.A., Michigan State University; Art ELDRED TOUTANT- M.A., Michigan State University; Physical Education. History MILDRED IAUCH M.A., University of Michigan; Librarian of our junior advisors DOROTHY HUGHES M.A., Michigan Stale University; Spanish, French JULE ANN MARX B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University; Physical Education JERRY PATT B.S., Michigan Slate Normal College; Commercial ROBERT POWELL M.M., Michigan Stale University; Music R. WILEY BROWNLEE B.A., University of Michigan; Biology, Chemistry DONALD P. SMITH A.B., Alma College Social Studies, Shop . . .of our sophomore advisors NEIL BRENNAN M.A., University of Michigan; Social Studies, Guidance RUSSELL CONWAY A.B., Western Michigan College; English, Speech, Dramatics VIRGINIA FISH B.S., Central Michigan College; Commercial KENNETH LANE M.A., Western Michigan College; U.S. History, Coach C. JARVIS WOTRING M.A., University of Michigan; English, Journalism, Dramatics HELEN GOODRICH B-A., Michigan State University; World History, English EUGENE STRAIT M.A., Western Michigan College; Mathematics ...of our freshmen advisors VIRGINIA MEZYNSKI M.A., Michigan State University; Homemaking MALCOLM GOBEL M.A., Michigan State University; Mathematics, Physical Education, Coach MARY ANNE RUHL B.A., Michigan State University; English EDWIN ST.JOHN M.A., Michigan State University; Agriculture ...of our eighth grade advisors ROBERT ENCLEMAN A.B., Albion College; Mathematics, Mechanical Drawing ROBERT HAMEL B.A., Northern Michigan College, Mathematics PATRICIA BUCHANAN B.A., Michigan State University; English MANLEY FOSSEN M.A., Western Michigan College; History, Coach PATRICIA SPREIT ER B.A., Louisiana Polytechnic Institute; English AL CRONHEIM A.B., Hope College Science . .of our office staff, custodians, and bus drivers OFFICE STAFF: (left to right) Carolyn Earl, Julia Snavcly, Anna Morey, Bertha Jarvis CUSTODIANS: (left to right) Guy Carter, Richard Cherry, Orval Krebs, Bernard Smith BUS DRIVERS: (left to right) David Barrus, Morrison Clay, Orval Krebs, Max Griffin, Clar- ence Roberts! Ed Grier, Carroll Tharp, John O’Bryant, Paul Williamson A2.C0. PD. WASHINGTON DC APR 5 1956. JOHN B SMITH, PRINCIPAL CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL CHARLOTTE MICH. DEAR MR. SMITH. I AM EXTREMELY PROUD OF YOUR CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL BAND, FOR TAKING THEIR RIGHTFUL PLACE AS FIRST IN THE NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL HIGH SCHOOL BAND CONTEST. YOUR STUDENTS ARE A CREDIT TO THEIR PARENTS, SCHOOL, COMMUNITY AND ENTIRE STATE OF MICHIGAN. PAT MC NAMARA, U S SENATOR. A c Council works for better school Seated (L. to R.): Kathy James, Mayor Chuck Wood, Secretary Beth Kays, Sandra Gonser, Karl Wirt Standing: Cathy Atkins, Virginia Class, Barbara Carr, Marianna Huntoon, Kent Bostwick, Philip Masters, Nikki Cotsman, Judy Overmyer, Philip Sullivan. Mr. Smith Left to Right: The Citizenship Com- mittee, Signia Young, Dick Clark, Chairman Marilyn Sumcrix, Dawn Fletcher, and Sue Parr, promote better citizenship throughout the school. Bottom row (L. to R.): Eleanor Wright, Judy Hunter, Bev Picked, Gary Hoyt Top row: Sara McKcnny, Bea Jones, Gary Carothers, Chairman Judy Henry, and Bill Porter schedule the assem- blies that arc presented during the school year. Jerry McKay, Activities Chairman, has charge of concessions for the school classes and organizations. Left to Right: Lee Hall, Chairman Jim Muma, Ronny Mann, Jack Smith, Jim Brenton, and Kent Bostwick, as the Athletic Committee work to pro- mote school athletics. Orange and Black reflects our school life The journalism class, made up of seniors interested in journalism and in the activities of the school, publishes a bi-weekly, the Orange and Black. Their purpose is to promote school activities, record events as they happen, criticize when necessary, and commend whenever possible. Seated 1st row (L. to R ): Carl Field, Don Colizzi, Sandra Houslcr, Mary Ann Shiels Seated 2nd row: Ann Mulholland, Monica Roiter, Doris Marlowe Standing: Sue Smith, Joyce Courtright, Larry Deuel, Diane Cox JOURNALISM STAFF Betty Boyer Dolores Church Don Colizzi Lynne Courtright Diane Cox Carl Field Alice Flynn Ray Goeman Sandra Housler Bill Lewis Pat Mahan Doris Marlowe Charlene Milbourne Ann Mulholland Robert Papoi Keith Reynolds Monica Roiter Mary Ann Shiels Vernon Sigourney Sue Smith Larry Deuel Seated (L. to R.): Ray Goeman, Keith Reynolds. Alice Flynn, Bill Lewis, Vernon Sigourney. Delores Church, Charlene Milbourne Standing: Robert Papoi, Pat Mahan Chorus presents spring operetta 4 4 I I 4 4 4 v 4 4 4 4 I 4 4 4 Bottom row: (L. to R.) Sandra Kane. Donna Reynolds, Charlene Uhl Second row: Joan Strhom, Linda Kane, Harriet Morier Third row: Jeanette Clark Jones, Leora Burley, Ruth Ann Pardee, Katy Grant Fourth row: Janet Wright, Eva Shriver, Judy Mahan, Doris Collier Fifth row: Ann Day, Delores Ncsman, Amelia Rodriguez, Rosemary Cotsman, Carolyn Bos- worth Sixth row: Vesta Bracy, Beverly Spicer, Judy Cornelius, Viola Weir, Joyce Ruperd, Delores Roll Top row: Dorothy Durbin, Florence Satterly, Jeanette Aumick, jean Carter, Darlene Collier, Sharon Carr Vocal Music Director Mr. Cook Here is the Boys Chorus. Bottom row: (L. to R.) Ruddy Baker, David Barnaby, David Lahr, Melvin Weiland, Alden Barnard Top row: Dale Ward, John Duckworth, Jerry Smith, Tom Nichols, Ed Bowman, Melvin VVhitinger Bottom row: (L. to R.) Joyce Crosslan. Darlene Sullivan, Sonnie Bosworth, Mary Shepperd, Kathy Sargent, Carol Roof, Dixie Houghton, Barb Picked Second row: Marion Copenhaver, Sue Chamber- lain. Marilyn Tittle. Kate Durbin, Janet Beals, Elaine Post, May Sparks Top row: Marilyn Reed, Linda Landers. Darlene Baker, Sally Stall, Linda Culp, Sharon Brown, Myma Crozier Several eighth gTade chorus students look over a new piece of music before rehearsal starts. Seated here are: (L. to R.) Cecelia Osborne. Richard Mcdcoff, Shane McNary, Carol McClure and Susie Parr. Fourth row: Richard Steele. Max Simpson Top row: Dan McClintock. Frank Pruden, Tom McLane, Stanley Wheaton Bottom row: L. to R.) David La hr. Jim White Second row: Paul Tpright. Darrell Clements Third row: Gerald Dankenbring, Ronald Leonard. Dick Casey, John Brunton Fourth row: Paul Kays. Ronald LeSeney Fifth row: Alan Reynolds, Carl Forcll Top row: Bucky Clark, Larry Wright. Duane Davidson, Fd Bowman Bottom row: (L. to R.) Darwin Kelley, Richard Stadcl Second row: DeWayne Frazier, Richard Crosslan Third row: Gardner Wheeler, Erwin Jones. Bill Schrader, Art Mikesell Fourth row: Pat Hosev, Jim Klaiss Fifth row: Larry King. Denny Fast Top row: Terry McLane, Eldon Wright, Floren Challender. Virgil Carter Vocational Ag and Homemaking F.F.A. officers. Dan Mikesell, Ron LeSeney, Daryl Baker, Ron Converse, Eldon Wright and Duane Davidson, arc taking part in the F.F.A. assembly. Bottom row: (L. to R.) Linda DePuc Second row: Carolyn Bos worth, Delores Roll, Alice Flynn, Janet Wright Third row: Phyllis Van Vlcck Top row: Sally Stall, Judy Rhodes, Wilma Williams, Belle Wysack Bottom row: (L. lo R.) Sonnic Bosworth. Janice Pifer Second row: Beverly Spicer, Doreen Schultz, Shirley Horn, Eva Sh river Third row: Harriet Shaw, Anita Brown Top row: Nanita Spoils, Florence Satterly Bottom row: (L. to R.) Glenda Stadel. Betty Boyer Second row: Eleanor Wright, Marlyn Tyler, Marvel Tyler, Carol Barth 'Third row: Charlene Steward, Margaret Kline Fourth row: Diane King. Mary Ann Healey Top row: Darlene Baker, Maryan Nierenberger, Carol Ernsberger prepare our youth for the future Future meetings is the topic of discussion for F. H. A. advisors, Mrs. Mezvnski, Miss Elliott, and the Region IV officers, Phyllis Van Vleck and Judy Rhodes. “The home is the most important American institution. say Harriet Shaw. Janice Pifer and Carolyn Bosworth. shown in a serious portion of the F. H. A. assembly. G. A. A. membership soars to new heights G.A.A. stands for Girl’s Athletic Association which is made up of any girls in- terested in sports activities. Sandy Gonser, the president of this club and Miss Marx, the advisor work hard to make it interesting for the members. Basketball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, swimming, and many other sports are played by these girls. Meetings are held after school one Monday night a month and the other Monday nights are used for playing basketball. Bowling, Tuesday night, and swimming, Thursday night, is a regular occurence. Seated: (L. to R.) Joan Van Coethem. Nancy Gobel, Margaret Frey, Sherry Hannon, Jo Ann Rypstra, Barbara Watson, Mary Verlinde, Martha Montgomery, Mary Dornan Second row: Carol Carter, Leila Noah, Marion VVhitinger, Carol Crissman, Sharon Goodrich, Irene Bowman, Joy Smith, Dorothy Farthing. Sue Schieb Third row: Linda Powers, Vicki Maupin, Elaine Hinc, Judy Reed, Pat Wilkinson, Sharon Kiplinger, Linda Kane, Belle Wvsack, Gail Bird Top row: Alice Flynn, Marilyn Reed, Connie Seitz, Nancy Olson, Juanita Ball. Emogcne Carter, Harriet Morier, Pat Halbeisen, Judy Yund 30 Oursnap shot specialists Seated: (L. to R.) Alice Flynn, Judy Yund, Carol Jean Leik, Doug Kahl, Mike Flynn, Sue Chamberlain Standing: Mr. Roys, Sue Staron, Elaine Hinc . Virginia Smith, Shirley Horn, Sue Rolfc. Norman Martens, Lloyd Benedict The Pep Club leads our school spirit Bottom row: (L. to R.) John Mums, Mikayla Henry, Judy Marlow, Doug Kahl, Jill Quantrell, Gussic Sweezcv, Jo Ann Brickley, Helen Lake. Top row: Judic Sterrett, Sue Smith. Sandra Housler. Charlotte Cooper. Angie Wertz. Mary Dornan, Jim Lcwellyn, Marion Whitinger, Vicki Maupin, Sharon Goodrich, Jackie Bobier, Barbie Carr, Fran Grill. 31 The class of 57 presents the “Silver Whistle,” a comedy in three acts, based upon the idea that a person is just as young as he feels. The play takes place in an old peoples’ home where the old people have almost given up hope of ever being young and lively again. A tramp, Oliver Erwenter, supposed to be 77 years old, comes to live there. Erwenter, discovers that the old people in the home have nothing to live for. He decides to help them find youth and happiness. A romantic triangle, an old lady who likes her bottle, and another tramp go together to make this play humorous and believable. Juanita Ball and Richard Wilkinson gaze hopefully at Paul Potter as Dawn Howard ignores the situation around her in a scene from “The Silver Whistle.” Junior play, The Silver Whistle, Seated (L. to R.): Richard Wilkinson, Ellen Fenn, Juanita Ball, Cathy Atkins, Janet Rose, Denny Kloko, Barbara Carr Standing: Dawn Howard, Gordon Bust, David Hoedeman. Norman Wenger, Phyllis Van Vleck, Judy Locke, Lee Hall CAST MR. BEEBE Richard Wilkinson MRS. HANMER Dawn Howard MISS HOADLEY Ellen Fenn MISS TRIPP Janet Rose REVEREND WATSON Denny Kloko MRS. SAMPLER Juanita Ball MRS. GROSS . Cathy Atkins MR. CHERRY Gordon Bust OLIVER ERWENTER Paul Potter EMMETT . David Hoedeman BISHOP Norman Wenger SISTER MARY Barbara Carr MRS. VAN VLECK Phyllis Van Vleck MRS. REDDY Judy Locke POLICEMAN Lee Hall Bottom row: (stage crew) Harrison Walden, Floyd Burley, Janet Beals, Rosalie Ditch field. Second row: Curtis Hall. Charles Summers, Stanley Beals, Melvin Whitinger. Bark row: Dan McClintock, Paul Kays, Gerald Danken bring. Edward Bowman. Working behind the scenes arc: stage crew, Floyd Burley, Chr.; property committee headed by Mary Esther King; make-up under Sue Elies; and prompters, Luada Wythe, Chr. Besides these jobs there arc many others. Among these are: programs and tickets Judy Potter, Chr.; advertising under Nancy Olson; and ushers headed by Vir- ginia Class. Being sure everything is done on time is a job for Karen Keehne. Loraine Sumcrix and Mr. Wot- ring, as student director and di- rector respectively, work very hard on the play. long to be remembered Bottom row (L. to R.) (prompters): Donis Iauch, Luada Wythe, Judy Stcrrett, Marilyn Bush Second row (makeup committee): Judy Marlowe, Rita Strickland, Nancy Olson, Sue Elies I hird row (costume committee): Judy Rhodes, Janet Beals Top row (property committee): Marie Archer, Sue Scheib, Kenneth Briggs, Mary Esther King Director Mr. Wotring, Student Director Loraine Sumerix, and Production Man- ager Karen Keehne discuss production problems. Vaudvillens, our new club for dramatics Seated: (L. to R.) Tom Nichols. John Thurow, Joyce Stall, Judy Thurow, Irene Challendar, Russ Barnhill, Dan Carpenter. Bill Lewis Standing: Jo Ann Rypstra, Betty Hamilton. Ann Clements, Brenda Lovejoy, Virginia Slaughter. Donna May, Margo Gonser, Jackie Bobier, Mike Garvy Wc are proud to say “hello” to the Vaudvillens, Charlotte’s newest club. The objects of the club are to help stimulate interest in classical and semi-classical plays, among other types of plays; to de- velop members personal talents by enter- taining others; and to give everyone an equal chance to display his talents upon the stage. Highlights of the year are an assembly and a Vaudville Night. Annette Avis, Keith Reynolds, Tom Vogel, Anselmo Rodriquez, and Mrs. Goodrich discuss problems of their spring performance. “Ladies and gentlemen! Here are three of our featured singers of the evening. Bobbie Tennis, Darlene Sullivan, and Barb Picked! says Bob Papoi, master-of ceremonies. Footlighteers, We Were Young That Year” Mr. Conway smiles at part of the play cast after a rehearsal. Seated: (L.' to R.) Kathy James-Nancy, Karl Wirt-Andy. Sally Lange Elsie. Jack Long Dunnie, Karen Bonham-Lcona. Leone Locke-woman who frowns. Standing: Marie Archer-Aunt Sally, Janet Rose-Student Director and Mr. Conway-Director. Making posters for the play arc (L. to R.) Julie Sassaman, Sue Elies, Cathy Atkins, Virginia Class, Karl Benson, and Collette Rose. Decorating for a party is fun for (L. to R.) Chuck Wood, Dan Carpenter. Chuck Huber, Judy Yund, Paul Potter, Jack Long, Karen Kcehne, Dennis Kloko, Sandy Gonser, Jerry Smith, and Dixie Houghton, in a scene from their play. Librarians strive for service first Librarian Mildred lauch’s enthusiasm carries over to the Library Club which she sponsors. The Librarians Club, under the able direction of Mrs. Iauch, is a service club assisting both the students and the teachers in the library. At meetings held every other Tuesday night they set many policies of the library, discuss current books and plan group parties. Bottom row: (L. to R.) Sandy Kane. Betty Koos, Janet Top row: (L. to R.) Mrs. Iauch. Judy Keeny, Karen Wright, Marvel Tyler. Karlene Miller, Shirley Dean, Keehne, Tom Nichols. Keith Reynolds, Alden Barnard, Jackie Carter, Alice Flynn Beverly Brummettc, Virginia Conklin Rotary dines band and team “Thanks for the wonderful banquet. These are the thoughts of all the guests. Seen here: (L. to R.) Judy Marlowe, Jerry Smith, Mr. William Powers, President of the Rotary Club, Mike Morier, Ellen Fenn, and Pat .Mahan. Engineersdesignfor the future Bill Lewis quickly points out the error in wiring of his radio while his fellow members of the Jets Club look on critically. Seated: (L. to R.) Philip Sullivan. Jim McLaughlin, Lynn Smith Standing: Clarence Slaughter, Lynn Collins, Bill Lewis, Buddy Baker, Mr. Cronheim Bible Club provides Christian inspiration Bottom row: (L. to R.) Sharon Carr, Darlene Collier, Ann Clements, Vesta Bracy, Linda Hopkins, Brenda Hopkins, Pat Steward. Clara McLane. Second row: Lucille Haigh. Kathy Grant. Marilyn Tittle, Marlyn Tyler. Connie Grant, Leone Locke. Darlene Driscal, Carol Ann Roof, Lila Shumaker. Beverly Wright. Third row: Mr. Darrell Cook. Sue Staron, Shirley White. Mary Ester King, Judy Keeny, Mafra Borgman, Phyllis Van Vleck, Elsie West, Virginia Conklin. Mac Catherine Sparks, Kathy Sargent, Ann Muir, Betty Koos. Top row: Vernon Collier. Neil Benson, Bill Lewis, Philip Conklin. John Duckworth. Bob Schilz, Milton Borgman, Karl Benson, Darrell Clements, Danny Stremler, Gary Myers. Appreciation of music, Choraleers’goal Bottom row: (L. to R.) Beverly Wright. Harriet Shaw. Beverly Dc Frates, Katy Grant Second row: Janet Wright, Marian Copenhaver. Mr. Cook. Marilyn Reed, Amelia Rodriguez. Sandy Kane. Rosemary Cotsman. Linda Landers Third row: Florence Satterly, Janice Pifer, Sonnie Bosworth. Mary Lou Uhl. Fran Grill, Joyce Mitchell, Nikki Cotsman. Sharon Carr Top row: David Barnaby, Sue Chamberlain, Bobbie Tennis. Fred Osterly, Darlene Collier Audiovisual Bottom row: (L to R.) Mike Garvcv, Jerry Michael, Larry Uhl, Vincent King, Dale Clark. Top row: Bob Hicks. Floyd Moore, Rodney Rodgers. Bob Kimmcl. Virgil Carter, Larry Becktel, and their advisor Mr. Brownlee make up the Audio-Visual Aid Department. This department runs the movie projectors and shows movies to the students. Their service is greatly appre- ciated by everyone. and Stage Crew keep the shows rolling Dan McClintock and Melvin Whit- ingcr arc testing the mike, a never ending job. Carl Field instructs, by telephone, the spot operator to give proper lighting effect to a scene on stage. Working on the lights are Ron Leonard. Charles Klaiss, and Bob Adams. Bandmarches on Washington First row: (L. to R.) Dennis Kloko, Jane Dykehousc, Sandra Anderson, Bonnie Harshy, Luada Wythe, Barb Carr, Laura Ernsberger, Jo Ann Rypstra, Charlotte Cooper. Carol Carter, Judy Bennett, Jocllen Bonham Second row: Jo Ann Perry, Barb Van Vlcck, Collette Rose, Sue Smith, Karen Bonham. Ellen Fenn, Carolyn Plsck, Bill Lundcen, Carol Crissman, Marilyn Sumerix, Shirley Newland, Mary Dornan, Janis Odell, Judy Stcrrett. Mary Esther King Third row: Lois Saums, Sally Lange, Dick Sutherland, Doris lauch. Donis lauch. Penny Frances. Dick Scott, Paul Potter, Charles Young, Becky Ray, Pat Harmon, Milton BorgmaJohn Duckworth. John Thurow, Mafra Borgman. Marion Whitingcr, Judy Thurow, Shirley White, Kenneth Briggs, Carol Ernsl crger. Sharon Brown, Marilyn Varner, Mary Tuckey, Marilyn Bush Fourth row: Sharon Raymond. Pam Rowland, Sally Nierenberger, Jo Ann Marsh, Marilyn Weiland, Frances Morgan, Midge Could. Philip Parker, Marsha Osborne, Joyce Cole, Leroy F'ctterman, Joslyn Wiles, Leila Whit- inger, Don Claflin, Judy Locke, Janice Pifcr, Tom Rose, Norman Hill, Gordon Bust, Linda Culp, David Hoedc- man, Gregory Allen, Herb Black, Sue Staron, Connie Grant. Jerry Smith, Jackie Pruden, Anita Brown, Verl Varner, Karl Wirt, Mr. Powell Not pictured: Doris Marlowe, Darrell Clements 40 Discussing steps to be used for one of the band's many original marching numbers are Band Director. Mr. Powell, at left, and his assistant, Mr. Mead. Attention! About face! These orders are often heard when our marching band is practicing. The year 1955-56 is a busy one for the Oriole Band. In August the students attend Band Camp for a week of hard work and play. The beginning of the school year finds the band working hard on the many shows to be presented during the foot- ball season. Besides a joint concert at Bucyrus, Ohio, the band participates in the Holland Tulip Festival. This year for the first time, the Oriole Band is going to the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D. C., as the official band of Michigan. The annual Band Bounce, assem- blies, and Solo Ensemble Contests are a few of the many other activities of the band. Field Marshal Dennis Kloko and Drum Major Karl Wirt work hard to perfect the techniques of the marching band. Barb Carr, Judy Bennett, and Sharon Raymond proudly display their new majorette uniforms. Les Mousquetaircs meets every other Friday during the sixth period to learn about the customs of France. One of the main events of the year is the Annual French Ban- quet with French food and pro- gram. Another, in February, is a Valentine party. In the spring the club participates in a festival of French poetry and drama at Ypsilanti. Miss Hughes Bottom row: Juanita Rodriguez, Cathy Atkins (vice-presi- dent), Jo Ann Marsh, Helen Reed, Harriet Morier. Second row: Janet Rose, Sue Scheib, Nancy Olson (secre- tary), Joyce Mitchell (treasurer). Fat Halbeisen, Pam Row- land. Karen Bonham, Miss Hughes. Back row: Marie Archer (president), Norma Monroe. Har rison Walden, Tom Vogel, Anselmo Rodriguez, Shirley White, Judy Becktel. Not pictured: Eugene Gould, Barbara Curtis. directs language clubs after trip abroad Bottom row: Amelia Rodriguez, Martha Bartlett, Joan Fox, Tamara Shirely, Joann Gobel, Shirley Dean. Judy Potter, Joyce Schuler, Carolyn McLane, Kathryn Staron. Second row: Miss Hughes, Shelby Yerkes, Signia Young, Mary Dornan, Judy Bennett, Ellen Fenn, Dixie Hough- ton, Bobbie Tennis, Juanita Rodriguez, Donis Iauch. Doris Iauch, Carol Carter, Nikki Cotsman. Juanita Ball. Marilyn Tittle, Catherine Garfield, Jane Dykehouse, Mar- garet Frey, Linda Powers. Back row: Marilyn Davidson, Joy Smith, Margaret Kline, Charles VanWormer, Tom Nichols, Anselmo Rodiguez, Dennis Kloko, Jerry Smith, Douglas DcFrates, Dan Car- penter, Rosemary Cotsman, Leila Noah, Judy Keeny, Lin- da Dcpuc, Barbara Watson, Nancy Gobel. With the aid of a Ford Founda- tion Scholarship, Miss Hughes, studying the languages and cus- toms of our foreign neighbors, traveled throughout Spain and France. The knowledge gained on this trip is a big asset to our students. Judy Potter, president of Los Amigos, calls the meeting to order every other Wednesday noon. Much fun is had at a Christmas party with a pinata as the center of the games; in the spring they have a Spanish Banquet, and in May the whole club goes to Ypsilanti. The other officers: Vice-presi- dent Shirlev Dean, Secretary JoAnn Gobel, and Treasurer Tamara Shirelv help Judy make this club fun for all the members. For the first time in the history of our Annual, the Charhian staff is composed of both Seniors and Juniors. In editing the yearbook, the staff is trying to record the outstanding portions of the 1955- 56 school year. Seated (L. to R.): Introduction section, Assistant Editor Sue Elies; Editor Richard Wilkinson; Business Manager Joann Gobel; Advertising Manager Joellen Bonham; Art Editor Rosie White Standing: Assistant Business Manager Mary Esther King; Assistant Advertis- ing Manager Harrison Walden; Photographers, Jerry McKay and John Muma 1956 Charhian Staff composed of Juniors and Seniors Seated (L. to R.): Senior Editor Kathy James, Underclass Editor Peter Hansen, Activities Editor Marilyn Sumerix, Sports Editor Jim Muma Standing: Assistant Senior Editor Donis Iauch, Assistant Underclass Editor Dennis Kloko, Assistant Activities Editor Marie Archer, Assistant Sports Editor Richard McKenzie Assistant Editor Paul Potter. Editor Jon Wooley, and Advisor Mr. Wotring discuss possible cover designs. Our Basketball Queens, The crowning point of her high school career. Senior Beth Kays reigns as the 1955-56 Basketball Queen. A pleasing personality and a winning smile arc the qualities for a Queen. Sharon Houslcr represents the tenth grade. Helpfulness and gaity are the factors by which the junior class selects Marie Archer as their Queen. point of Crowning With a pretty smile and a pretty dress, Judy Kiplinger is the eighth grade’s choice. The friendliness of Ann Day wins out and she is the ninth grade Basketball Queen. Journalism Carnival Queen reigns March 23, 1956. Beaming proudly arc Queen Dawn Fletcher and her Senior Escort Mike Morier. Pretty and demure, eleventh grade Queen Carolyn Plsek smiles at her Escort Rowland Perry. Representing their class, tenth grade Queen Joy Smith and Escort Alan Upright have the qualities of friend- liness that make them popular with their classmates. Kings and Queens forever Barbara Lavengood and Larry Tanner, chosen for their sparkling personali- ties, represent the ninth grade as Queen and Escort. Two students who always appear to be happy and full of life are eighth grade Queen Mariana Huntoon and Escort Steve Elies. Our fads’n Bermuda shorts and knee socks, as illustrated by Sue Chamberlain and Dave Myers, are very comfortable wear for active sports. 46 In school clothes, Carol Crissman and Ken Briggs arc seen talking between classes. fashions in ’56 Sue Staron and Dick Lewellyn, modeling eve- ning clothes as worn in 1956, arc very pleasing to the eye, aren’t they? Leona Johnson and Bill Brown, are seen here in clothes they might wear to church. 47 Sue Smith and Miss Marx, ad- viser to the cheerleaders, discuss plans for the Friday afternoon pep meeting. Mary Carr, Avis Wall, Judy Overmyer, and Nancy Gobel show us the cheering spirit. Here Lynn Smith is digging for yardage in the game with Everett. Football Opens Sports Season Schedule Sept. 16 Lakeview 21 CHS 0 H 23 Holt 25 CHS 6 T 30 Mason 19 CHS 0 H Oct. 7 Grand Ledge 7 CHS 0 H 14 Hastings 13 CHS 25 T 21 Howell 19 CHS 7 T 28 Everett 34 CHS 19 H Nov. 4 Eaton Rapids 18 CHS 0 T • Charlotte was the only team to score against Howell this season. Pictured from left to right are coaches Wilson, Stall and Gobel, who look quite disturbed at the game with Eaton Rapids. In cold weather at Eaton Rapids, the team fought a tough and tiring battle. Team mates watch while the clock ticks away closing seconds of the game. Above: Captain Frank Alfonso, '55. Center: Co-captain Tom Dewey, '56. Right: Co-captain Lee Hall, ’56. Team Plays Well Through Season Skip Bigelow G. Bill Brown T. Gary Carothers E. Don Colizzi T. John Crissman E. David DeFrates E. Sara Satterlce -T. Vernon Sigourney HB. Lynn Smith QB. Doug Van Patten T. Bill Rohlfs G. Norman Wenger FB. Rowland Perry T. Rodney Rodgers E. Dave Smith C. J. V.’s coached by Fossen , Wilson Bottom row: (L. to R.), Jim Klaiss, Dale Hice, Garland Root, Doug DcFratcs, John Freeman, Steven Hyde, Erwin Jones. Paul Kays. Second row: (L. to R.), coach Manley Fossen, Bill Jane, Gary Hoyt, Phillip Masters, Stan Smith, Jack Smith, Paul Haist, Buddy Rhines, David Papoi, Bill Sheldon, James Brenton, coach Walter Wilson. Third row: (L. to R.), Eugene Cooley, Dick Rohlfs, Doyal Kimmcl, Robert Bcmis, Dennis Fast, Jerry Fuller, Karl Forell, Dick Youngs, Neil Klaiss, Eldon Wright. Schedule Sept. 19 Nashville L 26 Holt W Oct. 3 Mason W 10 Grand Ledge L 17 Hastings W 24 Eaton Rapids L 31 Leslie W Coaches, Walter Wilson left, and Bud Fossen discuss football tactics for Junior Varsity team. 58 The last mi le is the longest for Harriers CHS runners finished in the first five places against Grand Ledge October the seventh. Schedule September 22 Hastings 42 CHS 16 T. October 1 Hastings Invitational CHS 7th place T. 2 Spring Arbor 22 CHS 36 H. 7 Grand Ledge 45 CHS 15 H. 10 St. Johns 26 CHS 30 T. 14 Everett 19 CHS 42 T. 17 Hastings 42 CHS 19 H. 22 Albion Invitational CHS 5th place T. 25 St. Johns 40 CHS 17 H. 29 State Regional CHS 3rd place Lansing November 1 Conference CHS 2nd place I ansing 5 State CHS 11th place Ypsilanti Coming in first for the cross country team is Terry McLanc, who had the best running time this season—ten minutes thirty seconds. Bottom row: (L. to R.), Dick Johnson, Arnold Martinez, Terry McLane, Alan Upright, Chuck Wood. Second row: (L. to R.), Rodney Rogers, Jim Pruden, Russell Thornton, Darrell Clements, Coach Hank Jarabek. t Our varsity squad Schedule Dec. 2 Everett 70 CHS 59 T. 9 Hastings 36 CHS 56 T. 16 Eaton Rapids 41 CHS 57 H. Jan. 6 Grand Ledge 63 CHS 66 T. 13 Holt 60 CHS 45 H. 20 Howell 44 CHS 48 H. 24 Mason 57 CHS 48 T. 31 Hastings 43 CHS 53 H. Feb. 3 Eaton Rapids 64 CHS 62 T. 10 Everett 70 CHS 57 H. 17 Grand Ledge 59 CHS 57 H. 21 Holt 67 CHS 65 T. 24 Howell 61 CHS 60 T. Mar. 2 Mason 60 CHS 64 H. District Tournament Mar. 6 Hastings 70 CHS 53 T. Coach Ken Lane, and Chuck Wood, who was elected honorary captain and most valuable player, are talking over the basketball situation. Those towels around Carl Fields are not just for the purpose of keeping his neck dry. He is carrying on the duties of serving the basketball squad as manager. Jim Myers C. Lee Hall G. John Muma G. Bob Bern is C. remembered Chemo Rodriguez G. J.V.’s show great promise Bottom row: (L. to R.) Eugene Cooley, Jim Bren ton, Dennis Gordeneer. David Papoi, Doug DeFrates, Dick Saurers, Gary Hoyt, Jack Long. Rodney Rogers Second row: (L. to R.) Larry Tanner, Jack Smith. David Myers. Larry Lavengood, Jim Fletcher, Doyal Kimmcll, Dennis Hall, Frank Pruden, Coach Manley Fossen Schedule Dec. 2 Everett L 9 Hastings W 16 Eaton Rapids L Jan. 6 Grand Ledge W 13 Holt W 20 Howell W 24 Mason L 31 Hastings W Feb. 3 Eaton Rapids W 10 Everett W 17 Grand Ledge W 21 Holt n{ 24 Howell L Coach Fossen and Jim Fletcher have reason for smiling. A promising fu- ture is expected of the Junior Varsity basketball team. We are proud of our 7th grade athletics Bottom row: (L. to R.) Wayne Brown. Roger Lavengood, Bill Brcnton, David Fhaner. Rocky Smith. Doug Tallas. Jim Roiter Second row: (L. to R.) Coach Toutant, Bernard Stanbaugh, Rickey Munger. Robert Myers, John Powers, Dale McClintock. Paschal Wilson, Fred Wieting (L. to R.) Rowena Wotring, Dorothy McKenzie, Margie Sassaman, Diana Waldron, Marcia Black We are proud of our 8th grade athletics Bottom row: (L. to R.) Doug Kahl, Maynard Ransom, Wayn Smith, Bary Hoyt, Second row: (L. to R.) Kendell Wellman, John Colizzi, Gerry Vaughn, Larry Steffes, Kent Bostwick, Herb Black, Steve Elies Third row: (L. to R.) Coach Toutant, Bob Van Vleck, Bob Brenton, Philip Morales, Jon Challender, Jim Leweliyn, Pete Caputo (L. to R.) JoAnn Rypstra, Jackie Bobier, Carol Fox, Mikayla Henry, Salley Carothers, Gussie Swcezcy Grapplers have successful first season Bottom row: (L. to R.) Vince King, Dale Clark, Paul Haist, Jerry Brickley, Jim Klaiss, Dick Johnson, Steven Hyde, Robert Barnard, Lester Myers, Garland Root, Karl Forell Second row: (L. to R.) Coach Walt Wilson, Gardner Wheeler, Mike Morier, Larry Becktcl, Neil Klaiss, Neil Perry, Bill Sheldon, Ron LeSeney, Curtis Hall, Bill Rohlfs, Jim Pruden, George Sherman Schedule Jan. 12 Jackson Reserves 41 CHS 10 T. 19 Sexton Reserves 23 CHS 21 T. 25 Williamston 38 CHS 11 T. Feb. 2 Battle Creek 41 CHS 10 T. 9 Boys Vocational School 18 CHS 38 T. 16 Coldwater 23 CHS 30 H. 23 Everett 38 CHS 10 T. Mar. 1 Williamston 29 CHS 16 H. 9 Regional 29 CHS 9th place Everett Coach Walter Wilson, with his wrestling team, has done a fine job in the past two seasons. This is the first year CHS has held regular competitive wrestling meets. The wrestler on the bottom is Mike Morier, who may be down but not out. Charlotte won the match over Coldwater. Warming up is Tom Dewey, whose pitch- ing will set the pace for the team this spring. The baseball team has a new pitching machine this year. Coach Stall hopes it will improve their batting. Sluggers swing forsuccessful season Bottom row: L. to R). Stan Smith. Bill Lewis. Norm Wenger. Chuck Wood. Paul Second 'r°) Tom Dewey, Jim Muraa. John Muma. Pat Mahan. Lynn Smith. ™rd ‘rhC(L: m'R.rKred Earl. Lee Hall. Bob Papoi, Mike Avotte. Don Colirri. Charles O’Brien Sure it’s posed but baseball season has only begun. Gene Cooley and Jim Fletcher have to put out someone, so Jack Smith obliges. Future varsity sluggers Bottom row: (L. to R.), Doug DeFrates, Philip Masters, Dennis Gordeneer, Dave Papoi, Dick Saurer, Gary Hoyt, Bud Rhines Second row: (L. to R.), Jim Klaiss, Bill Crozier, Bill Sherman, Bill Porter, Gene Cooley, Carroll Briggs, Dan Carpenter, Coach Neil Brennan Third row: (L. to R.). Raymond McClintock, Larry Lavengood, Ron Leonard, Dennis Hall, Jim Fletcher, Denny Fast, Jack Smith Circu it champs defend title Carl Fields is about to hit the ball, and you can be sure it will be a straight one down the middle of the fairway. Skip Bigelow will tcc off next. Putting plays an important part in golf. John Sterrett (holding flag) and Dick McKenzie are practicing for this years golf tournaments. It’s the first year for Lester Myers, Jack Long, and Chuck Huber. Coach Ken Lane is showing them how to grip the golf club correctly. Coach Gobol is closely watching the time, an element that plays an important part in predicting the results of this years track team. Rodney Rogers takes to the air while practicing the high jump, and watching is Ron LcSeney. Others practice track, and field events. Track team burns cinders” Bottom row: (L. to R.) Jerry Wells. Arnold Martinez, John Freeman, Tom Balderson, Paul Haist, Jerry Bricklcy, Jim Brcnton, Dick Sutherland. Alan Upright Second row: (L. to R.) Leon Carey, Larry Tanner, Dick Johnson. Mike Morier, Dick Rohlfs, Bill Sheldon, Dave Myers, Ron LcSeney, Terry McLane, Ansclmo Rodriguez Third row: (L. to R.) Mike Griest, Greg Allen, Daryl Baker, Russel Thornton, Dick Lewellyn, Larry Beck tel, Barry Class, Rodney Rogers, Robert Barnard, Lind Samis, Coach Gobel Just mentioning the name Mr. Toutant, brings to mind the many things he has done for Charlotte High. If you have ever gone skating, played ping pong, spent an evening dancing or participated in the many other activities, such as volley ball, basketball, baseball, softball, tennis, golf, and swimming, you can thank the man who has been responsible for all your enjoyment, Mr. Toutant, director of rec- reation. Council co-ordinates Members of the Recreation Council arc: (L. to R.) Carl Henry, alderman; Bill Otto, board of education member; Clark Muma, superintendent of schools; Lyman Chamber- lain, director of Eaton County Health Department; Carl Paine, city superintendent; Eldred Toutant, director of recreation; and Cal Fullerton, alderman. The ice skating pond, located south of the high school, attracts many skaters during the winter months. our recreation... I A popular enjoyment is dancing held each noon hour in the girls gym. Co-cducational activities, like volley ball, are part of our intramural noon hour program. Tennis is becoming very popular. Each summer, tennis tournaments are held for those who wish to play. Our summer activities Golf lessons will be available this summer at the Charlotte Coun- try Club for stu- dents who want to play golf. Lifesaving plays an important part in the summer swimming program. These people received Red Cross lifesaving emblems. N our Eighth Graders President Bill Frever Vice President JoAnn Rypstra Secretary Joe DcFrates Treasurer Judy Kiplingcr Phillip Bruce Keith Anne Wayne Elsie Darlene John Adams Allen Allen Atkins Aumick Baas Backofcn Backus Nancy Charles Sandra Jerry Gerry Lloyd Sharon Herbie Badgley Bahr Baker Baum Becktel Benedict Betz Black Dennis Jacqueline Mike Milton Kent Nancy Sandra Avis Blodgett Bobier Bodell Borgman Bostwick Bosworth Bowser Bracy Ronnie Robert Gary Gale Deanna Max Richard Susan Braden Brcnton Brickley Briggs Brown Brown Brumcttc Bryan 80 Susan Gloria Jonathan Peter Delmcr Sally Bruce Roger Burchfield Butler Callender Caputo Carnes Carothers Carpenter Carr Sharon Don Dave Mary Delores Sandra Wayne John Caswell Challcnder Chevalier Clark Clever Coffey Cole Colizzi Jerry Barbara Nancy Ann Joe Dean Patricia Darlene Combs Cooper Cooper Crozier DeFratcs Dickinson Doty Driscal Steve Linda Joyce Laura Linda Robert Bob Michael Elies Emery Ernsberger Ernsberger Fairchild Farlin Fischer Flynn Sandra Foreman Carole Fox Jerry Fox Bill Chuck Charles James Frcvcr Garrison Garvey Gates Janette Goclz Margo Dennis Carolyn Sue Mona James Rebecca Gonser Gordeneer Gould Granger Griffin Halbcisen Halsey 81 Betty Margery Carole Richard Mikayla Lynn Lonnc Madeline Hamilton Hammond Hause Hennings Henry Herring Hill Holben Anita Donald Sue Ann Elaine Beatrice Doug Morey Jacobs Jane Jane Jarvis Jones Kahl Kays Kelley Fred Hooghouse Jerry Howard Roland Howard Rollo Howard Barry Hoyt Milton Hunt Mariana Huntoon Anita Hyde Everett King Judith Kiplinger Susan Lange Joe Leslie Jim Lewellyn Charlene Lewis Charlotte Lewis Dari Link Harold Jim Carolyn Mary Lockwood Lundeen Lux Martens Chuck Martin Terry Martin Bruce Masters Donna May Denny Carol Jean Gary John Charles Shane Richard Mayne McClure McCombs McDaniel McFarland McGlaughlin McNary Mcdcoff 82 Jim Phillip Brenda Wanda George John Jean Terry Michael Mikesell Miller Miller Milne Mominec Moore Monroe 0 vllvi $ 9 9 Martha Phillip Roger Shirley Richard Mary Mike Sherry Montgomery Morales Morrison Newland Niercnberger Norton Nurmikko Omo Cecelia Sue Susie Gary Bob Pam Maynard Wendy Osborne Parish Parr Pentecost Pettit Putman Ransom Rauser Wendy Thomas Gary David JoAnn Diana Jon Doris Rcsscguie Rose Ross Roush Rypstra Satterly Scheib Schultz Joyce Alice Phillip Karen Carol Vickie Wayne Phillip Scott Shaw Sheets Sloan Smith Smith Smith Southern Kay Lany Judy Dan Wayne Jack Gussie Darrell Stanke Steffes St. John Stremler Sumerix Swan Sweezey Tennis 83 Mary Ellen Donna Robert Jerry Mary Bobby Carol Kendal Tillery Tyler Van Vleck Vaughn Verlinde Vitale Wchr Wellman Raymond Karen Wellman Wells Judy Wanda George West Whitinger Wildt Myrna Jim Jerry Wilson Woodworth Wright Kathleen Carolyn Youngs Zima our Freshmen fS President Dave Papoi Vice President Dick Saurcr Secretary Barbara Lavengood Treasurer Elizabeth Crews Sharleen Sandra Gale Carol Robert Judy Carol Janice Alldaffer Anderson Badglcy Bailey Barnard Barnett Barth Bccktel Larry Karl Robert Donna Judy Jim Jerry Judy Bccktel Benson Boroff Boyer Boyles Brenton Brickley Bryncr Gail Sharon Carol Byrd Carr Carter Jean Carter Irene Challender Dale Clark Jackie Joyce Clark Cole Darlene Doris Sidney Gene Susan Nancy Nikki Elizabeth Collier Collier Conklin Conley Cook Cooley Cotsman Crews 85 Carol Dick William Linda Barbara Ronald Pat Robert Crissman Crosslan Crozicr Culp Curtis Davidson DeFrates DePuy Dorothy Jane Dorothy Dennis Kathy Rose Ann Janice DeWayne Durbin Dykhouse Farthing Fast Fisher Flath Fox Frazier Margaret Catherine Helen Nancy Kathryn Jack Fran Pat Frey Garfield Glasslcc Gobcl Grant Gregg Grill Halbeisen Judith Sherry Bonnie Natalie Philip Bob Paul Shirley Hammond Harmon Harshey Hause Haysmer Hicks Holliday Horn Pat Sandra Gary Charles Joyce Sharon Linda Darlene Hosey Howard Hoyt Huber Ives Jones Kane Kelley Darwin Leonard Larry Vincent Jim Neil Norman Barbara Kelley Kelley King King Klaiss Klaiss Ladd Lavengood 86 Ronald Jack Brenda Judy Mike Norman Philip Ray Leonard Long Lovejoy Mahan Mahon Martens Masters McClintock Carolyn Murl Joyce Carl Tina Frances Harriet Marilyn McLane Miller Mitchell Moist Moore Morgan Morier Murdick Delores Bill Sally Ann Leila Janet Jannis Ncsman Newland Nicrcnberger Noah O’Brien Odell Dave Ruth Ann Papoi Pardee Carolyn Bill Elaine Linda Frank Rebecca Judy Jay Pettit Porter Post Powers Pruden Ray Reed Rcsseguic James Buddy Ilene Joe Sandra Sue Philip Pamela Reynolds Rhines Rice Rodriguez Roitcr Rolte Root Rowland Janice Joyce Lois Ruperd Rupcrd Saums Dick Saurer William Joyce Lila Matilde Schrader Shuler Shumaker Silvas 87 Max Virginia Angie Beverly Richard Kathryn Richard Rosalie Simpson Slaughter Smith Spicer Stadel Staron Steele Steffes Patricia Joan Allen Larry Dorcne Larry John Mary Lou Steward Strohm Strohm Sullivan Sutherland Tanner Thurow Uhl Sandra Avis Van Patten Wall Larry Ward Marylec Wells Stanley Wheaton Gardner Wheeler Leila Whitinger Patricia Wilkinson Wilma Rocksan Dorothy David Williams Wolcott Wright Zimmerman During their dance period in gym class, eight freshmen form a Texas Star. 88 our Sophomores President Russell Barnhill Vice President Neil Perry Secretary Linda Firestone Treasurer Jerry Fuller Robert Sara Jeanette Darlene David Dorene Russ Martha Adams Alcantar Aumick Baker Barnaby Barnard Barnhill Bartlett Wilbur Robert Eleanor Judy Karen Irene Sally Carroll Baxter Bemis Bennett Bennett Bonham Bowman Brandon Briggs Sharon Joy Judy Barbara Fonda Sue Daniel Mary Brown Brummette Bryan Cahill Carey Carey Carpenter Carr Virgil Anne Sue Ted Bucky Ann Carol Philip Carter Catron Chamberlain Claflin Clark Clements Clever Conklin 89 Cecil Eugene Marian Rosemary Donna Larry Beverly Doug Cook Cooley Copcnhaver Cotsman Crosslan Davis DcFratcs DeFrates Harold Mary Carol LcRoy Linda Jim Karl JoAnn DeHaven Dornan Ernsberger Fetterman Firestone Fletcher Forell Fox Judie John Jerry Michael Archie Sharon Eugene Phillis Francis Freeman Fuller Garvey Gonser Goodrich Gould Granger Paul John Dennis Gary JoAnn Kenneth Mary Anne Dale Haist Haley Hall Halsey Hamilton Harris Healey Hice Elaine Mary Earl Jerry Sharon Judy Steven Doris Hine Hollandsworth Hooghousc Householder Housler Hunter Hyde Iauch Richard Erwin Sandra Betty Phyllis Robert Doyal Jack Johnson Jones Kane Kelley Kilpatrick Kimmel Kimmcll King 90 Dianne Charlei Margaret Roger Linda Sally Larry Joyce King Klaiss Kline Ladd Landers Lange Lavengood Lea Carol Jean Jerry Bill JoAnn Arnold Vicki Bonny Sharon Leik Llewellyn Lundeen Marsh Martinez Maupin McClure McDaniel Clara Tom Lee Gerald Art Norma Gene Floyd McLane McLane McNary Michael Mikesell Monroe Montgomery Moore David Lester Thomas Marsha Judy Neil Judy Beverlee Myers Myers Nichols Osborne Ovcrmyer Perry Philip Pickell Claire Lei Lani Janet Helen Sharon Donna Karen Robert Potter Pratt Ransom Reed Reid Reynolds Reynolds Reynolds Rodney Dick Carol Ann Garland Collette Kathryn Julie Dee Rodgers Rohlfs Roof Root Rose Sargent Sassaman Schultz 91 Connie Harriet James William William Deleski Jack Joy Seitz Shaw Sheets Sheldon Sherman Smith Smith Smith Virginia Evelyn May Nanita Joyce Sally Sue Ingrid Smith Smithkey Sparks Spotts Stall Stall Staron Stein Judy Ann Darlene Philip Judy Boyd Mary Larry Stewart Stiver Sullivan Sullivan Thurow Tice Tuckey Uhl Alan Paul Joan Sharon Barbara Dorothy Marilyn Thomas Upright Upright Van Gothem Van Patten Van Vlcck VanWormer Varner Vogel William Marilyn Melvin Jerry Marcia Elsie Jerry Marion Wall Weiland Weiland Wells Wertz West West Whitinger Martha Joslyn Glenda Doris Shelby Dick Signia Judith Wilber Wiles Wilson Wright Yerkes Young Young Yund 92 ...andour Juniors President Richard Wilkinson Barry Class Secretary John Crissman Treasurer Eldon Wright Gregory Marie Catherine Gloria Tom Juanita Everett Cathleen Allen Archer Atkins Baker Baldcrson Ball Bartlett Beals Janet Stanley Judy Phyllis Russel Don Scharlenc Carolyn Beals Beals Bccktcl Becraft Binkowski Bird Boroff Bosworth Ed Kenneth Anita John Floyd Leora Marilyn Gordon Bowman Briggs Brown Brunton Burley Burley Bush Bust Leon Barbara Gary Richard Dick Barry Virginia Darrell Carey Carr Carothers Casey Clark Class Class Clements 93 Charlotte Robert John Joyce David Gerald Marilyn David Cooper Cooper Crissman Crosslan Curtis Dankenbring Davidson DcFrates Tom Rosalie Jerry Aletha Esther Katheryn Susan Joyce Dewey Ditchfield Duer Durbin Durbin Durbin Elies Ellison Margo Betty Ellen Donna James Penny George Mildred Farthing Farlin Fenn Filbert Fox Francis French Gould Connie Lucille Curtis Lee Grant Haigh Hall Hall Janette David Dixie Dawn Hicks Hoedeman Houghton Howard Donis Bill Leona Ted Paul Karen Judy Mary Esther Iauch Jane Johnson Johnson Kays Keehne Keeny King Dennis David Judith Larry Judy Daniel Richard Rex Kloko Lahr Locke Lowe Marlowe McClintock McKenzie Meredith 94 Jack Ann Maryan Nancy Marilyn Rowland Barbara Janice Moore Muir Nicrcnberger Olson Pardee Perry Pickcll Pifer Carolyn Charles Judy Paul Carolyn Jackwyn Michael Allyn Plsek Porter Potter Potter Pruden Pruden Rced Reynolds Judy Jay Delores Janet Rhodes Rice Roll Rose Lind Ken Florence Suze Samis Sargent Satterly Scheib Suzanne Robert Larry Connie Eva David Lynn Stanley Sellen Shilz Schulze Shilling Shriver Smith Smith Smith Glenda Judie Charlene Elaine Rita Eddie Loraine Charles Stadel Stcrrett Steward Stiver Strickland St. John Sumerix Summers Dick Bobbie Marilyn Marlyn Marvel Charlene Gerry Phyllis Sutherland Tennis Tittle Tyler Tyler Uhl Van Patten Van Vleck 95 Charles Harrison Erwin Floyd Virginia Viola Norman Angie Van Wormer Walden Walker Walker Wells Weir Wenger Wertz Judean James Shirley Melvin Richard Eldon Eleanor Larry West White White Whitinger Wilkinson Wright Wright Wright Lee Belle Eugene Luada Charles Ann Wright Wysack Wythe Wythe Young Zimmerman At the matinee of the junior class play, “The Silver Whistle ' “Tramp Erwenter, Paul Potter, seems to be having trouble with his crowing rooster Omar, which amused the 7th and 8th graders. Mrs. Sampler, Juanita Ball, Mrs. Hanmer, Dawn Howard, look on with interest, and Miss Tripp, Janet Rose, appears very concerned over having a tramp expect to stay at this old peoples home. 96 Aluminum Extrusion, Inc. Aluminum Manufacturing Company Structural Products, Inc. LARRY LEE ADAMS Track 1,2,3; Class assembly 1,2,3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. RAMONA JUANITA ADAMS Commencement Usher 3; Library 4; Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee 3. FRANK CARL ALFONSO Jr. Rotarian 4; Student Council 1; Football, 1,2,3,4; Cap’t 4; Assembly Committee 2; Jr. Play Cast 3; Athletic Board 3; Wrestling 3,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. ANNETTE RIA AVIS Cheerleader 1; Class assembly 1,3; Vaudeviliens 4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Typing Award 3. MICHAEL A. AYOTTE Detroit 1,2,3; (Western High) HAROLD FRANKLIN BADGLEY, JR. ■■ l mm 100 OAJJ P DARYL BAKER Football 1; Track 2,3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; F.F.A. 2,3.4,; Secy 3; Class Assembly 1. EUGENE RAYMOND BAKER Rand 1; Chorus 1. ROBERT H. BARBOUR Stage Crew 1,2; Football 1,2; Baseball 1,2. ALDEN DAVID BARNARD Los Amigos, 1,2,3.4; Chorus 1,2; Pres. 2; Bible Club 3,4; Song Leader 3; Library Club 4; Vice Pres. 4; Vaudevillens 4. LESTER CHARLES BIGELOW Lansing Pattengill 1; Football 2,4; Golf 3.4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. JOELLEN K. BONHAM Band 1,2,3,4; Sec. 4; Honor Roll 1,2.3,4; Los Amigos 2,3,4; Sec. 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Decoration 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; Solo Ensemble Contest 3,4; Charhian Staff 4; Band Executive Board 2,3,4. 101 71 jBLs MAFRA JEAN BORGMAN Band 1,23.4; Bible Club 1,23,4; Sec. 2; Bible Club Quiz Team 1,23.4; Class Treasurer 2; Jr. Play Usher 3; Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee 3; Solo Ensemble Festival 1,2. GRANT W. BOSVVORTH Freshman Assembly 1; Junior Play 3. .V . SONIE ANN BOSVVORTH Sunfield High School 1; Chorus 23,4; Camera Club 2; Chora leers 3,4; F.H.A. 4; Song Leader 4; Jr. Play Usher 3. BETTY JEAN BOYER Potterville 1,2; G.A.A. 3; F.H.A. 3,4; Orange Black 4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 4; Jr. Play Committee 3. SHIRLEY ANN BOYER Chorus 2; F. H.A. 1,23; G. A.A. 1.2; French Club 3. JO ANN BRICKLEY G.A.A. 1; Typing Award 2; Honor Dance 2; Prom Banquet Committee 3. 102 A 1HI ■ FLOYD BRITTEN Visual Aids Crew. WILLIAM M. BROWN Fooball 1,2,4; Basketball 1,2; Mgr. 4; Class Assembly 1. PATRICIA RUTH CAREY BUM FORD GAA. 1; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Dance Committee 2. BEVERLY ANN BRUMMETTE Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; Chora leers 1,2. STANLEY BRUCE BURGER J. V. Football 1; J. V. Baseball 1,2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. EMOGENE ALICE CARTER G.A.A. 4; Turkey Trot 4. 103 l tJlcA, JACQUELYN DARLENE CARTER F.HA. 23.4; Library Club 3,4; Sec’y 4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. FLOREN WILLARD CHALLENDER St. Michael School, Pontiac 2; F.F.A. 23.4. DOLORES YVONNE CHURCH Eaton Rapids 1,2,3; Orange Black Staff 4; Pep Club 4. DONALD RAYMOND CLAFLIN Band 1,23.4; Class Assembly 1. £) ? DONALD F. COGSWELL Prom Committee 2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Marched in Commencement 3. LYNN WILSON COLLINS Band 1,2; Los Amigos 2; Camera Club 3. mm I 104 1 )0 DONALD P. COL1ZZ1 Football 13.4; Wrestling 3,4; Baseball 1,4; Orange Black Staff 4; Journalism Carnival 3,4; Class Assembly 2. VIRGINIA ROSALIE CONKLIN Jr. Sr. Banquet Comm. Co-Chair. 3; F.H.A. 3; Bible Club 1,23,4; Library 3,4; Pres. 4. RONALD L. CONVERSE Boys State 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; F.FA. 1,23,4; Pres. 4; Vice 3; Higgins Lake Training Camp 3; Delegate to State Con- vention 2. MELVIN LEVI COTTON F.F.A. 1,23; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Assembly Committee 2. SHIRLEY ANN COTTON Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly 1; Commencement L'sher 3; Baccalaureate L'sher 3. JOYCE LYNN COLRTRIGHT GA.A. 1,2; Los Amigos 1; Cheerleaders Club 2; Sophomore Assembly 2; Pep Club 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Orange k Black Staff 4; Freshman Assembly 1. 105 DIANE LOUISE COX Jr. Play Cast 3; Jr. Sr. Proin Committee 3; Los Amigos 1,23,4; Band 1,2,3; Honor Dance 2; Orange Black Staff 4; Recorder for Gov't Day 4. t MYRNA LAWRENCE CROZ1ER Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Chorus 1,23 4; Commencement Usher 3. MERL E. DANKENBR1NG DUANE KEITH DAVIDSON F.FA. 1.23,4; Track 3,4. SHIRLEY LUCILLE DEAN Los Amigos 2,3,4; F.HA. 23; Jr. Play Committee 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Bible Club 2; Library Club 4. 106 LINDA KAY DE PUE F.H.A. 2,3,4; Bible Club, 1,2,3; Los Amigos 3,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. LARRY LEROY DEUEL Football 1; Track 1; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly Committee 1; (Author) JOHN WESLEY DUCKWORTH Imlay City High School 1; Chorus 4; Band 1,2,3,4; Movie Club 1; Bible Club 2,3.4; Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee 3; Solo Ensemble Contest 1,2. FREDERIC HAROLD EARL Class Assembly 1; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Football 1,3,4. EVONNE KAY EDSON Jr. Play Ticket Chairman 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; G.A.A. 1,2; Class Assembly 1,2. JUDITH ANN DUNN ELLS G.A.A. U; Jr. Varsity Cheerleader 1; Cheerleaders Club 1,2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; F.H.A. 2; Baccalaureate Usher 2. GARY M. ELLSWORTH Grand Ledge 1,2; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; V. Pres. 2. 107 GAYLORD O. FASSETT Football 1; Golf 1,2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Pep Club 4. RODNEY ALLEN FAST Class Assembly 1; F.F.A. 1,2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. MARDA JEAN FEASAL Sunfield 1,2; Class Treasurer 4; Bible Club 3,4; Basketball Queen 3; Class Vice Pres. 1. CARL W. FIELD Football 1,2; Jr. Play Cast 3; Basketball Manager 2,3,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly 1; Stage Crew 2,3,4; Mgr. 4; Golf 1,23,4; Orange Black Staff 4. DAWN FRANETTE FLETCHER Osceala High-Arkansas 1,2,3; Cheerleader 1,2,3; O. Club 1,2,3; Pep Club IAS; F. H.A. IJtt Sec’y Treas. of Class 1,2; G. A.A. 4; Citizenship Committee 4. Ajdixyru ALICE ANNA FLYNN G.A.A. 1X3,4; Camera Club 23,4; Pres. 4; Library Club 3,4; F.HA. 2,3,4; Region 4 Pres. 3; Jr. Play Cast 3; Orange Black Staff 4. 108 DELLA JEAN FREEMAN Vcrmoutvillc IX Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. SANDRA ROSE GONSER G.A.A. 1X3.4; Pres. 4; Pep Club 1X3,4; Band 1X3; Footlighteers 3,4; Jr. Play Cast 3; Girls State Alternate 3; Student Council 4. JOANN LOUISE GOBEL Los Amigos 1,2X4; Sec’y 2,4; Girls Stale 3; GAA. IX Jr. Varsity Cheerleader 2; Jr. Play Cast 3; Jr. Magazine Sales Co-MgT. 3; Charhian Staff 4. Hillsdale Model U.N. 3,4. MICHAEL EUGENE CRIEST Baseball IX Track 3; Basketball 2,4; Jr. Play 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. RAYMOND JOSEPH GOEMAN Romulus, Mich. IX Class Vice Pres. 1; J. V. Track I; Band IX Class Assembly 3; Journalism Carnival 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Orange Black Staff 4. CHARLES ROBERT HALSEY Football 1; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. 109 PETER ERNEST HANSEN Plain well 1; Jr. Sr. Banquet M. C. 3; Assembly 3; Class President 4; Charhian Staff 4; Boys’ State 3; Assembly Committee 3; Journalism Carnival 2. JUDITH FLAY HENRY Assembly Chairman 4; Student Council 1; Honor Dance 2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Prompter 3; Cheerleader 1. NORMAN GILBERT HILL Band 3,4; Ir. Varsity Football 1; Varsity Football 2; F.F.A. 2,3.4. STANLEY N. HOSEY F.FjA. 1,2,3. SANDRA LYNNE HOUSLER F. HA 1; G. A.A. 1.4; Pep Club 4; Orange Black Staff 4; Librarian 4; Jr. Play Prompter 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Committee 3. GERALD GRANT HUSSEY 110 'fcdJhy KATHRYN LEE JAMES Jr. Play Cast S; Student Council 4; Class Secretary 2; Foot lighters 3,4; Sec’y 4; Basketball Queen 2; Charhian Staff 4; March of Dimes Chairman 3; Honor Dance 2. SHARON KAY KIPLINGER F. H.A. 1,2,3,4; Jr. Play Cast 3; G. A.A. 4; Librarian 2. JEANNETTE MAY CLARK JONES Chora leers Club 1,2,3,4; F.H.A 1; Jr. Play Usher 3; Choir 1,2,3,4; Fortune Teller (cast) 4. BETTY LOU KOOS Grand Ledge High 1; G.A.A. 1; Y.F.C.A. 2,3,4; Library 3,4; Camera Club 4; Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee 3. I -dLitkj BETH LORAINE KAYS Class Secretary 1; Basketball Queen 1; 4; Class Assembly 1,2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play 5; Citizenship Committee 3; Student Council Sec'y 4. HELEN MAE LAKE Band 1; GA.A. 1; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; Turkey Trot Committee 4; Jr. Mag. Sales Cap't 3; Bible Club 3,4. 7 e rzS 111 RONALD G. LE SENEY Football 2,3,4; Track 3,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Class Assembly 1; Co-Chairman Jr. Sr. Prom 3. RICHARD D. LEWELLYN Basketball 1,2,3,4; Football 1,23,4; Track 2,3,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly 1. WILLIAM D. LEWIS Band 1; Bible Club 1,23,4; Baseball 1,2; Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee 3; Vaudeville!� 4; Class Assembly 1; Orange Black Staff 4. LEONE ANONA LOCKE Band 1,2; Bible Club 1,2,3,4; Honor Roll 1,2,3,4; Footlighteers 4; Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee Chair. 3. RONALD W. MC DANIEL Golf | JERRY HILL MC KAY Activities Chairman 4; Band 1,2,3; Charhian Staff 4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Assembly 1,2,3; Jr. Play Committee 3; Honor Dance 2. 112 SARA JANE MC KENNEY Ann Arbor 1,2,3; C.AA. 4; Assembly 4. TERRY JOHN MCLANE F.F.A. 3,4; Track 3,4; Cross Country 4. JAMES C. MC LALGHL1N Footlighleers 1,2,3,4; Jets 2,3,4; Pres. 3; Vice 2; Los Amigos 1,2,4; Jr. Play Cast 3; Class Assembly Director 2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; U. N. Day 3,4; Rotary Camp 3. PATRICK O. MAHAN Football 1,3,4; Basketball 1,2; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Wrestling 3,4. RONALD DELANO MANN Football 1,3; Track 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2,3; Assembly 1. DORIS MAE MARLOWE Class Treasurer I; GAA. 1,2; Pep Club 2; Orange Black Staff 4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Band 1,2,3,4; Library 3,4. 113 VERELYN HOWARD MARSH Basketball 1,2; Band 1,2,3; Jr. Play Cast 3. KARLENE ALBERTA MILLER Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee 3; Library Club 4. M. DANIEL MIKESELL Class Assembly 1; F.FA. 1X5,4; (Leadership Training Camp 2); (Public Speaking Contest 2,3). GERALD DEAN MOGG Class Dance Committee 1; (Decoration) t ■ CHARLENE JOAN MILBOURNE F.F.A. 2,3; Jr. Play Cast 3; Pep Club 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Assembly Decoration Com- mittee 2; Orange Black Staff 4. MICHAEL VV. MORIER Montrose 1,2,3; Football 4. MA . BEVERLY ANN MULHOLLAND G.A.A. 1,23,4; Jr. Play Cast 3; F.H.A. 13; Class Assembly 13; Pep Club 3,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Los Amigos 1; Orange Black Staff 4. JAMES WILLIAM MYERS Football 13.4; Basketball 133.4; Track 133.4; Jr. Sr. Prom Decoration Chair. 3; Boys' State 3; Class Vice Pres. 4. th- JAMES DONALD ML’MA Football 13; Basketball 133.4; Baseball 133,4; Class Treasurer 1; Class Vice Pres. 3; Athletic Chairman 4; Charhian Staff 4; Boys' State 3. CHARLES PHILIP O'BRIEN Basketball 13; Football 13. JOHN RONALD MLMA Charhian Staff 4; Class President 13; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Football 13; Basketball 13; Baseball 133.4; Jr. Play Stage Mgr. 3. HAROLD JON OLSON Escanaba 1; Baseball 2; Jr. Play Stage Crew 3. 115 ROBERT ANTHONY PAPOI Baseball 1,2.4; Football 2; Chora leers 1,2; Vaudeviliens 4. I « C?(Vui- PAUL PAPRANEC Lansing Resurrection 1; Football 3,4; Basketball 2; Baseball 2,3,4; French Club 2, Vice Pres. 2. PHILLIP LEE PARKER Band 1.2,3,4; Baseball 1.2; All-State Band 1,2,3; Jr. Play Cut 3; French Club 2; Honor Roll 1,2,3.4; L’ of M All Star Band 4; Jr. Mag. Sales Capt. 3. JO ANN MURIEL PERRY Class Queen (8th); Band 1,2,3,4; Exec. Board 1; Solo Ensemble Contest 1,4; American Legion Citizenship Citizenship Committee 2; GAJi. 1.2; Cheerleaders Club 1,2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. JAMES ARTHUR PRUDEN Track 2,3,4; Cross Country 2,3,4; Wrestling 3,4. JILL LORRAINE QUANTRELL Class Assembly 2,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3 (Co-Chairman of Decoration); Pep Club 3.4; Pres. 4; Jr. Play Cast 3; Jr. Play Usher 3; Assembly Committee 4. 116 SHARON LEE RAYMOND Carnival Queen 2; Band 3,4; Class Assembly 1; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. WILLIAM HARRY RING Baseball 1,2; Baseball Mgr. 1,2; Jr. Play Stage Crew 3; Football 1; Class Assembly 1,4. MARILYN JEAN REED Chicago 1; Chorus 2,3,4; Choraleers 2,4; G.AA. 4. AMELIA SAENZ RODRIGUEZ Carnival Queen 1; Los Amigos 1,2,4; Camera Club 2; Sec’y 2; Choraleers 4, Sec’y Treas. 4; Jr. Play Costume Committee 3; French Club 4. I KEITH MC CLELLAN REYNOLDS Jr. Play Cast 3; Vaudevillens 4, Pres. 4; Glee Club 3; Library 1,2,3.4. ANSELMO LANDIN RODRIGUEZ Class Assembly 1,23,4; Los Amigos 1,2,3,4; Vaudevillens 4; Football 23; Track 3,4; Basketball 2,3,4; French Club 4. CsJ{jurn r' 117 JUANITA LAN DIN RODRIGUEZ Los Amigos 1 � 2,3,4; French Club 4; Class Assembly 1; GAA. 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. GERALD P. SATTERLEE Track 1,2; Baseball 1; Football 1,2,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly 1. (BmJUl WILFORD HERMAN ROHLFS Football 2,3,4; Baseball 1; Jr. Sr. Banquet Committee 3; Jr. Play 3; MONICA LEE ROITER Bible Club 1; G.AA. 1; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Orange Sc Black Staff 4. DOREEN FRANCES SCHULTZ Library’ Club 2; Commencement Usher 2; F.H.A. 4; Baccalaureate Usher 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. RICHARD A. SCOTT Jr. Play 3; Class Assembly 4; Band 1,23.4; Solo Ensemble Contest 1,23; Jets Club; Bible Club. 118 Gdcr$ ROBERT VANCE SHELDEN Class Assembly 1; Football 2; Jr. Skip Day Chairman 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Journalism Carnival 3; (Main Show Cast). MARY BERTHA SHEPPARD Chorus 1,2,4. GEORGE JOSEPH SHERMAN Track 1; Baseball 2,3; Football 1,2,3; Basketball 1,2; Wrestling 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly 1; Class Dance Committee 1,2. MARY ANN SHIELS Adelphian Academy 1; French Club 2,3; G-A.A. 2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; Orange Black Staff 4. TAMARA RAE SHIRELY Los Amigos 1,2,3,4; Class Assembly 2; Jr. Play Committee 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; G.A.A. 1. VERNON L. SIGOURNEY Football 1 � 2,4; Track 1.2; Athletic Committee 1,2. 119 CLARENCE SANFORD SLAUGHTER Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly 1,4. JANICE ANN SMITH Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Cast 3; Journalish Queen 3; Class Secretary 4; G.AA. 4. JERRY LEE SMITH Band 1,2,3,4; Pres. 4; Los Amigos 23.4; Jr. Play Committee 3; Class Assembly 1,23,4; Boys Glee Club 4; Pres. 4; Y.F.C.A. 1,23.4; Usher 23; Jr. Magazine Sales 3. (Group Chairman). SUE MARIE SMITH G.A.A. 1,23,4; Band 1,23,4; Cheerleader Club 1,2; Los Amigos 1,2; Cheerleader 1,23,4; Student Council 2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Pep Club 3,4. SHARON IRENE SOUTHERN Jr. Play Usher-Cast 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. DONNA JEAN SPORE Band 1,2,3; Typing Award 2,3; Jr. Play Usher-Cast 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Baccalaureate Usher 3. iCH 120 DONALD R. SULLIVAN Assembly 1; Springport High 1. 7 cukaJL vU MARILYN ANNE SUMERIX Band 1,2,3,4; Jr. Play (Student Director) 3; Student Council 3; Citizenship Chairman 4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Los Amigos 1,2; Treas. 2; Charhian Staff 4; Polio Talent Show RHODA ANN TENNIS G.A.A. 3; Treas. 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; (Make Up). RUSSELL A. THORNTON II Football 1,2; Track 2,3,4; Cross Country 3,4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. EDWARD G. VAN DEN DRIESCHE Football 1. DOUGLAS L. VAN PATTEN Holt High School 1,2; Football 2,3,4; Track 2,3.4; Wrestling 3,4; Jr. Play 3; Baccalaureate Usher 3; Basketball Mgr. 1. 121 VERL ALLEN VARNER Band 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1.2,3; Baseball 1,2,3; Class Assembly 4. DALE L. WARD Class Assembly 1. BARBARA LEE WATSON Los Amigos 1,2,3,4; G.A.A. 1,2,4; Honor Roll 1,2,3,4; Honor Dance 2; Jr. Play Stage Crew 3; Class Assembly 2; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. MYRNA JEAN WELLMAN Rome High School 1,2; (Rome, Georgia). SHIRLEY MAY BAR I LETT WELLMAN Chorus 1; Library 1; Jr. Play Committee 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Class Assembly 3. ROSE MARIE WHITE Glee Club 1,2,3,4; Treas. 1; Bible Club 1,2,3,4; Sec’y Treas. 3; F.H.A. 3,4; Choraleers 2; Pres. 2; Jr. Play Committee 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Charhian Staff 4. 122 cwy JOYCE KAY WICKHAM Bible Club 1; G.AA. 1,2; Jr. Play Cast 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Honor Dance 2; Honor Roll 1,2,3,4. JON KENNETH WOOLEY Charhian Staff 4; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; Honor Dance 2; Band 1,2,3; Gov’t Day Chairman 4. i K. K KARL MARTIN WIRT Band 1,2,3,4; Drum Major 3.4; Solo-Ensemble Contest 1,23,4; Boys’ State 3; Student Council 3,4; Jr. Play Cast 3; Footlighteers 1,2,3,4; Pres. 4; Honor Roll 1,23,4. BEVERLY JEAN WRIGHT Class Assembly Committee 1; Chorus 2; Choraleers 2,3,4; Pres. 3; Bible Club 1,23,4; F.H.A. 3; Jr. Sr. Prom Committee 3. Q juv. CHARLES EDWARD WOOD Baseball 1,23,4; Basketball 1,23.4; Cross Country 23,4; Band 1,23; Student Council 23,4; Foot lighters 3,4; Jr. Play 3; High School Mayor 4. JANET CAROL WRIGHT Bible Club 1,23,4; Choraleers 2,3,4; F.H.A. 3,4; Jr. Play Usher 3; Jr. Play Committee 3; Baccalaureate Usher 3. 123 In Memoriam 4.. - We, the class of 1956, wish to dedicate this page to W'illiam Dale Wenger, who through the providence of God is unable to graduate with his class. Bill, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dale W’enger, was born on October 9, 1938. His brother Norman is now a Junior at CHS, and Uene, his sister, graduated in 1954. Bill was an all-round athlete and well liked by all who knew him. As one senior so warmly put it, “His heart was of gold and his ability to put forth a smile never ceased.” Even though he departed from his family and us on December 6, 1953, the memory of his radiant personality will always ring true in our hearts and minds. 124 Autographs We are proud of our JOELLEN BONHAM Director's Award (band) JACKIE CARTER Library RONALD CONVERSE FFA Leadership DIANE COX Scholarship DUANE DAVIDSON DcKalb Award (FFA) CARL FIELD Service SANDRA GONSER GAA Leadership JUDY HENRY Service KATHY JAMES LEONE LOCKE Dramatics Citizenship JERRY McKAY Activities JOHN MUMA Leadership JO ANN PERRY KEITH REYNOLDS KARL WIRT Commercial Library Arion Award (band) Citizenship Dramatics These merchants wish to congratulate students who were selected by the faculty and their fellow students to receive the honor awards named below the person’s picture. 1 CHARLOTTE FROZEN FOOD LOCKERS JOE BONHAM NEWLAND’S GROCERY SEARS ROEBUCK AND COMPANY SELF-SERVE LAUNDRY SMITH AND OSBURN STRECKS-ALD INSURANCE AGENCY YATES HARDW ARE A typical after school gathering finds Mary Es- ther King, Jo- ellen Bonham, Carl Field, and Jerry McKay enjoying a coke at BEHREN’S and ROWE DRUG STORE, 143 S. Cochran. A familiar scene every Tuesday night is the assembling of the CHARLOTTE SHOPPING GUIDE. (L. to R.) Rodger Ladd, Jake Michael, Dick McKenzie, Lester Myers, Harrison Walden, Stan Smith, and publisher Dale Cloar. In AL CUDNEY’S fine sport shop, Curtis Hall and Chuck Van Wormer look at five new Johnson Motors for 1956. Bill Brown receives instructions in the art of pharmacy from Mr. Stevens at COLLINS DRUG STORE. A future pharmacist? (L. to R.) Judy Ster- rett, Phylis Van Vleck, Virginia Conklin and Jackie Pruden are enter- ing the open door to security at POWERS AGENCY, where in- surance is sold. Janice Smith and Rhoda Tennis examine the living room suites at PACKARD’S FURNITURE STORE, complete home oufitters in Charlotte. “Just what I need for the Job’s Daughter Dance,” says John Muma, as he tries on a coat at HAROLD SMITH’S CLOTHING STORE, 145 S. Cochran. Richard Wilkin- son, with store owner Harold Smith, admire John’s choice. Bev Pickell and Ted Johnson look on in amazement as Mr. Berg- eron runs the egg grad- ing machine at the BERGERON PRO- DUCE. Several Charlotte High School students are employed at theG. C. MURPHY CO. Bottom row: (L. to R.) Eleanor Wright, Betty Boyer, Jo Ann Brickley, Glenda Stadel, Janet Wright, Eleanor Bennett, Sharon Southern Top row: (L. to R.) Donna Spore, Doreen Schultz, Alden Barnard, Jerry Duer, Shirley Cotton, Marilyn Tittle, Shirley Boyer Pictured: (L. to R.) are Bob Mungcr, Paul Potter, Gordon Bust, and Ken Jones, who arc examining some of the guns and archery supplies at MUNGER HARD- WARE, which has the largest selection of guns in this part of Michigan. MUNGER HARDWARE Still in good running order, Dave Smith’s 1924 Modcl-T Ford is proof that Fords last longer. VANSICKLE-ROWLAND INC., your friendly Ford Dealer has the Ford to meet your current need. Above is a portion of the new FIRST NATIONAL BANK building, which gives 2% interest compounded semi-annually. Jill Quantrell and Larry Adams look over the fine variety of television sets and radios at ADAMS’ ELECTRIC. Looking at New Atlas Tires are: (L. to R.) Jack Smith, Larry Lavengood, and Jim Fletcher. These tires and other services may be found at BAUM’S STANDARD SERVICE your Dealer Since 1930 on the Corner of Law- rence Oliver Streets Marilyn Sumerix admires an RCA Victor portable radio with “Non-Break- able Impac Case,” while Jim Myers scrutinizes a Portable RCA Victor 45 RPM record player. These two instruments are a part of the large selection of RCA Victor merchandise sold at Gambles, local Author- ized Dealer for RCA Victor. Looking over the things of interest are: (L. to R.) Melvin VVeiland, Erwin Walker, Jerry West, Linda Firestone, Phillis Granger, and Carol Crissman at the HOBBY SHOP, where good friends meet. Frances Morgan and Phillip Sullivan are test- ing some of the home decorating supplies in the attractive display at the CHARLOTTE WALL- PAPER STUDIO. BROWN’S DRUG STORE is where good friends get together. Bowling at the CHA1 LOTTE RECREATION looks like fun doesn’t i These Tuesday afternoc GAA bowlers (L. to R Nancy Olson, Karc Kechnc, Sandy Gonst and Judy Marlowe ar enjoying a sport in which people of all ages ma participate. A professional looking shirt is the result of the work of a professional laundry. COMMUNITY LAUNDRY will give that special cleaning to your suits, dresses, and coats as well. With graduation not far away, Mr. Young of YOUNG’S JEW- ELRY shows Ame- lia Rodriguez, Jo- ann Gobel, and Ron LeSeney some beautiful Hamilton and Elgin watches. Mrs. Bretz shows several new patterns and textures in drapery fabrics to Doris Marlowe at the BREIZ DRAPERY SHOP Eaton Theatre Building NEWBERRY’S SELF- SERVE is tops in Char- lotte for teen and sub- teen wearables. You are most welcome to use our lay-a-way plan. Pictured: (L. to R.) Leona John- son, Sandy Housler, Judy Becktel, Phyllis Becraft, and Lynne Courtright. The Best Buick yet is being enjoyed by Denny Kloko, and Herb Black in the front seat. Those lovelies waving at us are Judy Bennett and Janie Dykhouse. This con- vertible is included among the many exciting styles, which can be seen at CURTICE BUICK INC. Phone 149. Congratulations to the Class of 1956 Bob Reed One of the many families who cat regularly at DICK’S RESTAURANT is the Muma family. Taking their order is Rhoda Tennis. Diane Cox records a sale at the cash register. Dodge and Plymouth cars, Dodge Job Rated Trucks, Parts, and Service are the commodities of BOB LEPPO SALES, 202 Lansing Street, Charlotte, Michigan, Phone 1353. “Black is back,” says Ted Martin to Jon Wooley as he ex- plains the Italian influence, which Roblce has put into its loafers, sold at MUR- RAY’S SHOES, between the banks. Judy Kccny is cleaning the manicuring table, which is one of her many jobs at EDNA’S BEAUTY SALON. Bob Bemis and Carol Ann Roof are examining a band uniform which is being cleaned at the EATON CLEANERS. “What, no spots?” says Bob. Each garment gets a good inspection to see that all spots are removed before the garment is returned. Director C. M. Wilcox shows the vault to Kathy James and Dolores Church. Insured savings currently earn 3% at CHARLO I I E FEDERAL SA INGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, 106 S. Cochran Avenue, a friendly and profitable place to save. Just look at this lovely cake. It almost makes you want to go out and get married just so you can have a bite of it! This masterpiece was cre- ated by the CHARLOTTE BAKERY. 205 S. Cochran, Joe Chevalier, proprietor. “Oh what a lovely place setting of Fostoria Crystal and Towle Sterling Silver!” remarks Joyce Wickham to Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Otto, owners of OTTO’S JEWELRY STORE. Dawn Fletcher and Beth Kays arc absorbed by the beauty of the table service. Charlotte’s newest car sales is ED VOGEL MOTORS, 118 E. Lawrence, Ph. 1680. Karen Bonham and Sally Lange insure their clarinets under the Music Instru ment Floater, a plan for insuring many items under one policy, at the SCHRADER- HUBER AGENCY, 106 E. Lawrence, Charlotte. Marilyn Weiland and Lois Saums of the High School inspect two units of the modern materials handling equipment in use at COLBORN- FULTON LUMBER CO. Clyde Fulton explains the use of the fork lift truck and the dump type flat rack as used by Leslie King and Elwin Epler, respectively, Floyd Mason, yard foreman, looks on. Whether it’s “a Forkful or a Handful,” look to the Big Red Shed for your building material needs. This is the front of CHARLOTTE HARDWARE, which specializes in housewares, builders hardware, Pittsburg paints, plumbing fixtures and supplies, water systems, heating and air conditioning. Sally Nierenberger. Carol Carter, and Pam Rowland shop at CARTER’S, the friendly store where top quality at lower prices prevails. T here is plenty of parking. Drive out and get the best for less. CARTER’S FOOD LINER. When refreshment is what you need stop at SHIRELY’S, where groceries and meats are also sold. Pictured are: (L. to R.) Elsie West, Russ Barnhill, Rosemary Cotsman, Ken Baxter, and driver train- ing instructor, Mr. Oral Bellinger. FOWLER’S INC. Chcvrolet-Oldsmobilc Gladys Field, teller at the EATON COUNTY BANK, starts Ken Briggs and Eva Shriver on the road to systematic savings. Verl Varner is showing Sara McKenny B-B Paints at PERRY’S, where they also special- ize in Interior Decorating and carry complete deco- rating needs. Upholster- ing, wallpaper, carpets and draperies can be purchased by phoning 1818-VV or seen at 107 W. Lawrence Ave. In the friend- ly atmosphere of the CHAR- LOTTE CAFE, (L. to R.) Doug DeFrates, Col- lette Rose, Donis Iauch, and Pete Hanson, enjoy a refreshing treat as Lorraine, the waitress, serves them. Mafra Borgman is selecting the cedar chest of her choice from VITALE SONS as so many girls have done through the past years. Vitale’s wishes to express their congratulations to the class of 1956. -r ALLEN PACKING CO. Located on the Sunny Countryside of Eaton County Tom Dewey, Marie Archer, and Rita Strickland are recording on the new Imperial by jf LCOX- AY Leroy Fetterman and Don Sulli- van busily put in fresh produce at MAKER’S SUPER MARKET. For the best in produce, meats, and groceries, go to 138 S. Wash- ington Street, and receive the service you enjoy. Open from eight AM to nine PM every day except Sunday. QtuL'ti SfidJuii e WARte BROChens. n •u. ■ 'vjtaC ■ ( ' ( a. -