Clarks High School - Bomber Yearbook (Clarks, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1977 volume:

1977BOMBER CLARKS HIGH SCHOOL Clarks, Nebraska REFLECTIONS Reflecting on our lives is something that most of us seldom take the time to do. Yet, when we come near to the end of an experi- ence many times we stop and pause to think over what has happened to us. The senior class of 1977 is nearing the end of our experience. For thirteen years we have worked together, laughed together, and. yes, even cried together, but now it it time to stop, to pause, and to reflect on what we have done and what we will do. Each of us have our own private thoughts and dreams as we end this time together. Many of us are looking ahead to see what to- morrow will bring us, while others in our class ponder over the past and what it has meant to them. To all of us, it will mean leaving the security of school and our life- long friends and walking out into an experi- ence that will be new and exciting for all of us. On May 15, 1977. when we walk across the stage to receive our diplomas, it will probably be the last time our class will all be together. When we walk out the door, we will all be leaving a part of us behind, but we will also be taking with us memories that we will never forget. All these memories could not have taken place without the help of our parents, teach- ers, and friends. We will be ever grateful for their love and help. I know I speak for the entire senior class when I thank all of those who helped make this annual a success. A special thanks goes to Mrs. Vyhlidal, our sponsor, and Cliff for all their hard work. Now we must put the past behind us. and we must face the future without fear. We may fall and stumble at times, but we will all attain our dreams and hopes in the end. Reggie Kuhn, Editor Reflections of a friend. . . . “Do not follow where the path leads. Rather, go where there is no path and leave a trail.” This page in our 1977 annual is dedicated to Glen “Charlie” Johnson because of the sunshine he gave to all who knew him. Charlie led his life in a carefree, unhurried manner. This easy- going happiness, reflected in his smile, will shine in the memories of family and friends forever. Each day was special to him, just as his friendship added meaning to each day for everyone else. Thank you, Charlie, for these bright memories. And, thank you for leaving us a trail which most of us will always be able to remember. 2 Reflections of being a SENIOR It’s different looking back; before we were always looking ahead. —Daryl Being a senior is a sad time, because we will miss all our friends. — LeAnne It means thinking and wondering what you arc going to do af- ter you graduate. —Anna Maria I’ve been going to “good old CHS” for thirteen years now, and I can say I’ve had some awful good times. There have been some bad limes too. -Susette Being a senior means you don’t have to take any static from upper classmen because you ARE the upper classmen. -Mike Your senior year is the last and the best year of high school. When you leave, it will seem like you’ve left a lot behind. —Tony People might say we didn’t act our age. but at least we had fun. That’s what counts. —Cindy As we now come to the end of our school days, we sometimes wish that they would not have gone by so quickly. -Reg It seems to me that this year is the same as all the rest. —Neal I sometimes wish I was just starting over, instead of ending. -Deb It means we have to start acting and thinking like adults. — Robert Being a senior has a kind of superiority that makes you proud to be one. -Scott In essence, the end of your senior year is the end of one life stvlc and the start of a new one. -Rex To me, graduation means someone sticking a paper in one hand while shaking the other; the paper saying “You’ve gone to this institution for four years, and now you're on your own, buddy. If you can’t make it, that’s tough. —Tim 3 LEANNE BECK “Live this day as though it was your last.” RICK BOROVIAK “Let them up high and knock them low.” ANNA DUBAS “The fountain of love is found only by those who want the wa- ter’s touch bad enough to stand in it during a thunderstorm.” TIM DUBAS “He who makes no mistakes doesn’t make much of anything. RIC FERGUSON “He who finds no light, ends up with no sight.” SVSETTE GRAUSE “Never judge a person until you walk a mile in his shoes.” 4 DEB JANULEWICZ “I mean to make myself a woman, and if I succeed in that. I shall succeed in everything else.” BRAD KOHL “He who drinks, will always get drunk.” CAM KOHL ‘Those who aim and succeed usually end up in agony.” REGGIE KUHN “He who stays in the valley, will never see the other side of the mountain.” REX LAMB “Shoot low, boys. They’re riding shetlands.” TONY PETERSON “Thinking is like loving and dying. Each of us must do it for himself.” 5 Tim Dubas Scott Pickrcl Cindy Starostka Reflections of Susettc Grausc Rick Boroviak 6 Deb Janulewicz Ric F'urge son Le Anne Beck Brad Kohl Robert Rieken Tony Peterson the way we were. . . . Rex Lamb Mike Richards Anna Dubas SCOTT PICKREL “Smile and make people curious.” MIKE RICHARDS “He who aims at nothing usually hits it.” ROBERT RIEKEN “To flirt is human—to study, that’s asking too much.” CINDY STAROSTKA “People can’t change truth, but truth can change people.” NEAL WEMHOFF DARYL VAN PELT “The real difference between suc- cess and failure isn’t who you are, it’s who you love ... and who loves you.” “Go ahead and smile. It makes you feel good.” The class of 1977 had a busy year full of excitement. The nine months went faster than anyone had expected. Our officers for the year were: President. Deb Branting; Vice- President. Reggie Kuhn; and Secretary-Treasurer. Rex Lamb. Our sponsors were Mrs. Vyhlidal and Mr. Pearson. Along with the school work and the school activities that never seemed to end. we also had to make many decisions. Many of us were busy looking at college bulletins and visiting college campuses to see where we might want to go, or what we might want to do when we graduated. Our senior year was also a year of fun and good times. Few of us will forget the dances and parties that we went to during the year. Wrapping all this work, think- ing. and fun into nine months made for a year that we will al- ways remember. 9 CLASS HISTOR Y Reflections of the past. . . . When we. the senior class, reflect back on our 13 years together, we often think of that September morning in 1964 when our experience that would last so many years began. I hose 25 students who gathered to share a part of their lives together were Steve Adkisson. Donna Beck. Debbie Booth. Ric Boroviak. Debbie Branting. Dan� 'I Brown. Tad Ditimer. Susctte Grause. Alice Huebner, Deb Janulewicz. Cameron Kohl. Donald Kula. Mary Kuhn. Reggie Kuhn. Rex Lamb. Karen Mace. Sandy Mace. Jody Peterson. Scott Pickrel. Vickie Reisener. Paul Stanczyk. Cindy Starostka. Daryl Van Pelt. Ricky Waike, and Neal Wcmhoff. Our first teacher was Mrs. Kivett. That year we lost Daryl Brown and Neal Wcmhoff. Reflecting back to first grade, we had Mrs. Baird for our leader. How well we remember playing Candyland before school and feeding the goldfish everyday. We lost Vickie Reisener. Paul Stanczyk, Karen Mace, and Steve Adkisson during the year. We gained Mark Auailar Brad Kohl, and Ruby Earl. Second grade brings back memories of the Nebraska Centennial, paper mache giraffes, and being king and queen for a day. That year we also gave a play on nutrition for the whole school. Mrs. Moore taught us. and we learned and did many interesting things. We gained Robert Cerney and Bob Armstead, and lost Ruby Earl and Mark Augilar that year. Third grade sped by with Mrs. Zlomke as our teacher. This year we became very good at square dancing and doing the “Hokcy Pokey”. We gained Anna Dubas, Tony Peterson, and Ric Ferguson. The experience of fourth grade and Miss McCarty is one we will long remember. The class gained Robert Reiken. and lost Donna Beck, Tad Dittmer. Brad ohl, and Robert Cerney that year. Hobby shows and bulletin boards are many of the things that we remember of Miss Zoucha’s fifth grade room. We lost Donald Kula that year. Putting jigsaw puzzles together and moving into the fifth grade room on cold winter days are some of the many things that we remember of sixth grade. Miss Test was our teacher that year. Ricky Watke left that year. With the dawn of seventh grade, our experiences and memories broadened with each day. Mr. Kruger guided us most of the year. We elected our first class officers. They were: President, Rex Lamb; Vice President. Daryl Van Pelt; Secretary-Treasurer. Robert Reiken; and Student Council, Reggie Kuhn. We lost Debbie Booth and gained Rose Church. Eighth grade brought new challenges, a new administration, and a new- addition to the school. Our officers were: President. Mary Kuhn; Vice President. Jody Peterson; Secretary-Treasurer. Rex Lamb; and Student Council. Deb Janulewicz and Bob Armstead. Our sponsors were Miss Davis and Mr. Sampson. We traveled to the Josyln Museum in Omaha that year. On May 21. 1973. the class of 77 left grade school and graduated into the whole new world of high school. In our freshman year we gained LeAnne Beck. Mike Richards, Tim Dubas. and Neal Wemhoff. This year brings back memories of tvping contracts and our first football practice, but somehow we made it through that first year of high school. Our officers were: President. Rex Lamb; Vice-President. Jody Peterson; Secretary-Treasurer. Reggie Kuhn; and Student Council. Susette Grause and Daryl Van Pelt. Our sponsors were Miss Cannon and Mr. Manstedt. Our officers in tenth grade were: President. Mike Richards; Vice President. Daryl Van Pelt; Secretary-Treasurer. Deb Branting; and Student Council. Rex Lamb and Sandy Mace. Our experiences that year ranged from dissecting pigs to getting our drivers licenses. We gained Brad Kohl and lost Mary Kuhn. Bob Armstead, and Alice Huebner. Our sponsors were again Miss Cannon and Mr. Manstedt. Eleventh grade brings back many reflections for all of us. In the early fall w'e received our class rings, which we were very proud of. Our elected officers that year were: President. Reggie Kuhn; Vice President. Jody Peterson; Secretary-Treasurer. Susette Grause; and Student Council. Rex Lamb and Deb Branting. Our sponsors were Mrs. Vyhlidal and Mr. Hauschild. Some of the highlights of our year included having the best decorated hall at Homecoming and our soup supper. On April 29. 1976. we honored the class of 76 with a p'rom at the school gym. Our theme was I he Spirit of 76 .We gained Linda Blowey and lost Sandy Mace and Jody Peterson. That year we chose our class motto. We wralk into the future as individuals . Our class flower was the white rose, and our colors were blue and gold. In our senior year, we elected the following officers: President. Deb Branting; Vice President. Reggie Kuhn; Secretary-Treasurer. Rex Lamb, and Student Council, Susette Grause and Mike Richards. We lost Linda Blowey and were sad to see Deb Branting leave us in the middle of the year. Our sponsors during this final year were Mrs. Vyhlidal and Mr. Pearson. In the spring of the year, the class of ’78 honored us with a prom entitled the “Times of our Lives”. Now' our reflection is over, and we must face the future. On May 15. 1977, we the senior class of 1977 will leave our memories and friends behind to begin a new adventure for ourselves. We w ill always remember our time here though, and every once in awhile we will recall with fondness Clarks High School. CLASS PROPHECY Reflections of the future.. .. Before the class of ’77, Leaves our halls, and goes to heaven. We’ll tell you what their futures will be. What happens to them, you soon will see. LeAnne Beck who was once so shy. Cannot be controlled by just one guy. She’s a go-go dancer, dressed in flame red. Her talent and smile has turned many a head. Rick Boro via k just loved to farm. His crops or animals never came to harm. He brought a wife to the farm to reside. And she lovingly stays right by his side. Anna Dubas is now a respected physician. In a New York hospital she holds a high position. She met a man and made him her life. We hear he thinks she’s “Miss Perfect Wife.” President of the bank in the town of Monroe. Tim Dubas has had a hard row to hoe. From lending farmers money, his hair has turned gray. But his sweet wife and kids kind of smooth the way. Remember the girls of whom Ric Ferguson spoke. He dated them all with his master-stroke. When he’s not dating, he farms with great ease. As of yet. he has no wife to please. Here comes Susette Grause, our Homecoming Queen. She now has an R.N. cap to be seen. She’s still busy, as busy can be. For now she’s studying for a MRS. degree. The 3-D misses Deb Janulewicz we hear. She left on a journey, both far and near. Returning with a husband, she came back to town. He treats her like a queen, so she’s never down. Brad Kohl now owns a large pigeon ranch. His wife only sees him when she gets a chance. He spends lots of time in training those birds. But his pal, “The Fonz”. thinks they all arc nerds. The motorcycle fiend, ole’ Cameron Kohl. At high speed took a dangerous roll. While in the hospital, he met a nurse. And she gave him the wedding vows to rehearse. Reginald Kuhn lay claim to fame. On voters’ ballots, we see his name. He served four terms on the Senate. And in the White House, he’ll be a tenant. Big Business Tycoons make up quite a list. But Rex Lamb in this field is not to be missed. Twenty playgirls wait on him night and day. If you like wild parties, stop by his way. A trapper is what Tony Peterson has been. His house consists of an old bear’s den. If you want to rough it, go visit Pete. The excitement you’ll find just can’t be beat. Scott “Dudley” Pickrel was known for his speed. In very many races, he took the lead. He travels around in an oversized camper. And in each of them, there are women to pamper. Seen around in his big cowboy hat. Was Mike “Festus” Richards. Remember that? He lives in the mountains of old Montana. And does ads for Skoal in a red bandana. Robert Ricken. sometimes just called Bob. Never had to apply for a full-time job. Women will pay him for his attention. His main concern is marriage prevention. Cindy Starostka is head nurse on her floor. For many people, she has opened the door. She helps the doctors with a loyal hand. Her name is known throughout the land. In the dirt business. Daryl VanPelt thrived. To please his wife. Julie, he strived. They have ten kids to help ease the load. With a family like that, it’s as easier road. Remember Neal Wemhoff who always had a smile? Well, we haven’t seen one in quite awhile. He’s now the sheriff of quite a large place. And he’s the toughest guy in the human race. Now every ten years we can all get together. And sec if any of us have turned out for the better. We hope that you’ll go thru life with a smile. And remember CHS just once in aw hile. II Reflections of Anna, . . . This quiet girl who always has a smile for someone, has graced our halls since her freshman year. Among the things she likes most are crocheting, boyfriends, and just driving around. Rick, or Rich Boves the outdoors. He enjoys working in the field, and isn’t afraid of h Hwork, as long as it wasn’t school work. Rick will always be a man who knoV what pride and effort mean in life’s journey. 1 ACTIVITIES Honor C I; ('horns 1; Jostling 1. 13 Reflections of LeAnne. . . . Anna Maria is the essence of virtue-innocent, loving, helpful, and friendly. She aspires to he a nurse, which is fitting because the people she tends will be among the happiest. ACTIVITIES Bomhtr Club 4; Annual StafT3.4; Band 1.2.3.4; Harvest of Har- mony queen candidate 4; County Government Day 3. Reflections o One of his great lover his ear - luis transponet! hint to another of harfMMIvt his girlfriend. Tint likes rnflll iw% ndjLmng fun. and he enjoys heingdie in (twiiualaODStead Of the follower: ACTlvtTlF.S iyeher's« ide 3; Band 1.2: Counts Government Das 3. 15 Reflections of Ric. Always among the best-dressed. R� c life for!Ric is l|esi where sports areo always a rwasset to the school Chorus Swing Choir L ball I. J4; Conference Champs i. District C hamf :d. Ric hflahcflashiest cars in town. School tsat opjRrned. His vitality and energy are jftbnor C 2.3.4: Graduation Usher 3: Foo mps 3; Basketball 1.2.3.4; Conference- 2: Track 1.2.3.4. 16 Reflections of Susette. . . . • . • • v The school spirit and the laughter in the halls would hav selte. Branded a “nut” along with her pal. ( ndy, life see Living will always be a worthwhile thing to peppv Sus ACTIVITIIS F.H.A. 3.4; President 4; Bomber Staff 3; Annual Staff 3. Presidenl4; Teacher's Aide 1.2.3.4; Bomber Club 1.2.3.4 Kb less without Su ,and not struggle .4; Student C Hincii jy.4; V 4;!Sec - freas. 4: Prom Sene Drum Majorette 3; Chorus Countv Government Day 3 Class Sec -Treas. 3; Graduation Usher 3: Band 1.2.3 I.JjB.V. ocaUSok� 2; Swing Choir 2.3: Basketball 4; Homecoming Queen 4: Cheerleader 1.2.3. 17 I Sensitive and shy. Brad always has a winning smile that makes him everyone’s friend Brad loves cars and driv- ing around. He loves animals and parties. In fact, there isn't much that Brad doesn’t like. It's no wonder he is liked by all. ACTIVITIES Wrestling 1.2. 19 xsmm Reflections of Cam. . .. A lover of nature. Cameron Kohl can be found living the life of the great doors. Whether it’s farming, hunting, trapping, ajnjfcrcycle riding. Cam can al- ways be found enjoying . Cam is always there with a friendly smile and a helping hand whenever someone needs a life. ACTIVITIES Wrestling I. % a 2k 20 r Reflections of Reggie, . .. • • % • « • • Sometimes one has tA search deeply to find what a person is really like. Reg is such a person. Quiet and intellectual, his world has be- come much larger than many people his age. To him the world is aijinteresting place to live, and provides a challenge for a lifetime. Reggie will be one of those people not afraid to get involved, not afraid of public opinion, and not afraid to dig in and work towards a better world. ACTIVITIES Band 1,2.3.4; Conference Honor Band Choir 1.2,3,4; President 4; Woodwind Quartet I 2; Accompanist 2.3,4; Chorus 1.2,3,4; Swing Choir 1,2,3,4; Annual Staff 3,4; Ass't Editor 3; Editor 4; Student Council 3; Sec.-Treas. 3; Class President 3; Vice-President 4; Sec.-Treas. 1; Teacher Aide 3; Bomber Club 4; Vice-President 4; Who's Who Among American High School Students 3; Boys State 3; County Gov’t Day 3; Foreign Affairs Conference 1.2. 21 Reflections of Rex. . . Rex, ihe serious side; or Rex, the fun-lowing side. The seri ous side of Rex can give intelligent opinions, and challeng- ing questions. The lighter side goes along with all fun and exciting things and can make one forget cares in an instant. Both sides are great to know, and there’s much more to dis- cover if you care to take the time. ACTIVITIES Band 1; Student Council 1,2,3; Sec.-Treas. 2; Class Presi- dent 1; Class Sec.-Treas. 4; Boys Slate Alternate 3; County Gov’t Day 3; Football 1,2,3.4; Conference Champs 3; Bas- ketball 1,2,3,4; Conference Champs 2; District Champs 2; Track 2; Honor C 2,3,4. 22 s of Tony . . Refle Why lake life too seriously? Tony is always ready for fmy and excitement. Tony likes all the things everyone else does, but he has a special love for the outdoors. Hunting, trapping, and fishing are things we will associate with Tony forever. Someday he will be an old-timer, with many stories to tell. ACTIVITIES Chorus I; Bomber Club 4; Prom Server 2; Honor C 1.2.3.4; Football 1,3,4; Conference Champs 3; Basketball 1,2.3,4; Conference Champs 2; District Champs 2; Track 1. 23 Reflections of Scott. . . . Quick wilted with the oneriest smile around is Scott Pickrel. A dedi- cated athlete who proved to everyone that he could accomplish what he put his mind to. An expert at covering his serious side. Scott's motto is. “Keep them guessing. ACTIVITIES Chorus I; County Gov't Day 3; C Club 2.3.4; Football 1.4; Wrestling 1.2.3.4; District Qualifier 2.3.4; State Qualifier 2.3.4; 3rd place in State 24 Mike Richards, our cowboy athlete, loves all the things that have to do with the rodeo. Bull riding and saddle broncs provide lots of chal- lenge for Mike. But we can’t forget Mike’s lighter side that loves par- ties and teasing. Life is always in full gear for a guy who has so much energy and fun. ACTIVITIES Chorus 1.2.3.4; Swing Choir 2,3.4: C Club 3; Student Council 2.4; Class President 2; County Government Day 3: Graduation Marshall 3: Prom Server 2; Wrestling 2.3. 25 the cfass joted he$t-knowrl parker. Robert “Rab- is mood wtfuld often vary, but mainly he is joking Life ls pposed to.be a good time all the time ac- of luck to the old romantic, and champion ACTIVITIES f Honor C 1,2,3,4; Prom Server 2: Homecoming j; Footbidl 1,2,3,4; Conference Champs 3: Wres- 'onferenofe Champs 3; District Champs 1,2,3; 3rd in State 3,4; Track 1,2,3,4; Band I. 26 Reflections of Cindy. . . . W ! I e energy and enthusiasm than anyone in SB laughter. helping others, and her pal. who loves to tease anyone and every- students. If you have seen the streak x f ghter dashing through the halls of CHS. Cindy Starostka has mot school. She loves childr Susette. Cindy is the one one-be they teachers o long blonde hair and la| then you have met Cgk ACTIVITIES horus 1,2.3,4; Bomber Staff 3; Annual Staff Secretary 3; Council Leader 2; F.H.A. chers Aide 1.2.3.4; Basketball 4; Swine Choir r Rear 0� % 27 h.is been one of Clarks most athletic boys. He has had the maturity and personality that everyone learns to respect. Daryl will never be one to let life pass him by. Many things are important ) Daryl his family, his work, and his friends. A man who is his man—that s Daryl. ACTIVITIES Band 1; Chorus 1; Swing Choir I; Student Council 1,2; Prom Server 2; Graduation Usher 3; Honor C 1,2.3,4; Football 1,2,3,4; All-Conference 3,4; All-State 4; Conference Champs 3; Wrestling 1,2,3; Individual District First Place 1,2; Second Place 3; State 'V Qualifier 1,2,3; Track 2,3; Homecomini Cing 4. 28 Reflections of Neal ... To .01 who know him. Neal’s-ha py smjjft iid concern for others is h fprajiemark. If you are down or fe Img gloomy Neal can'fihng happiness and cheer as sobn as h waWTjnto the room. A h jd worker. Neal will get the job-done, aiflf hav it done right. Next to ' others. Neal loves the outdoors and farming We wish Neal as much nappiness in life, as he gives to others. is he gives to oi ACTIVITIES Honor C 3,4; Football 3,4; Cohference Charilps 2.3. district Otaoms Z3: Wrestling i(2 ; Conference_Cham 3. 29 Reflections of being an UNDERCLASSMAN To be growing up step by step, knowing that someday, just as the seniors are. we too shall be leaders. —Marlene It means waiting to become a senior. In the meantime being next best. —Jerry Y. It means getting all the run down books. -John Y. It's no different than being an upperclassman. -Mike K. Thinking that upperclassmen are “really neat.” then finding out they are just like everyone else. Marilyn It means gelling hit on the head with class rings. -Jim S. Your parents are starting to give you more independence, but you still have alot of learning to go before you can really go out on your own. —Kim It means remembering where all the upperclassmen's books go. -Tim S. It means learning from upperclassmen's mistakes. —Jerry C. It means getting the last choice of everything that you do. Cathy C. It means you’re not superior, but you’re not in grade school ei- ther; you arc in the middle. —Andy It means moving up in the world. Now you have to listen to and do what others say. but soon you will be having people lis- tening to you and doing what you say. —Jolene It means getting beat out of everything. -Todd It means having more years of work, but also more years of fun. -Jean S. You are always caught in the middle of things. -David M. It means being shy to the upperclassmen, and big and bossy to the kids under you. Barb J. 31 Juniors Close to Finish Line . . . . Trigger Betty King Kong Fae Rae OFFICERS: Mr. Barbour. LouAnne Miller. Lu Engel. Marge Church, and Mr. Anderson. Our junior year was full of making decisions for prom—what band, colors, theme, etc. During second se- mester, we planned and prepared four childrens’ plays for an English assignment. We presented “The Three Bears. “A Kettle of Brains,” “The Breman Town Musi- cians,” and “Green Freddie” to the elementary grades and surrounding country schools. Who will ever forget Pete as the bear, or LouAnne as a donkey? These plays and our big success with prom demonstrated our ability to work together as a class. Now our final year ap- proaches, and we face the biggest decision of all-what to do with our lives. .. , —Marge Church Tim Beck Kris Boroviak Bob Brandenburger Sharen Brunken Dick Church Marge Church Jim Danklesen Tad Dittmer Lu Engel Linda Fleeman Chris Houston Gae Johnson Kurt Kuhn Rex Kuhn Kevin Miller LouAnne Miller Tom Pickeral Ron Richards Kenny Rieken Dennis Szatko Pete Upton Dawn Van Pelt Ned Wemhoff Janet Wurtz Marilyn Zoucha 33 Sophomores Keep School Alive . . . . The sophomore class has had an exciting year in school. We ordered class rings, dis- ected animals, got our drivers licenses, and had a class party in Grand Island. We also purchased a plaque in memory of our class- mate, Glen Johnson. —David Miller And another thing . .. OFFICERS: David Miller, Kelly Kava. Allan Jefferson, Mr. Alt, and Mr. Kreps. What? Me? Study? Lori Beck Tom Beck Tom Branting Marty Burress Jerry Church Robert Clements Denise Douglas Jean Douglas Andy Dubas LuAnn Geir Rick Geier Larry Herman Barb Janulewicz Allan Jefferson Kelly Kava Joey Lanb Joe McGuinn David Miller Terry Morris Marlene Osentowski Kim Reaman Jon Schlondorf Mary Jo Starostka Jeff Sundburg Pam Swedenburg 35 • • • • Freshmen Find First Year Challenging School is such work! Walk the plank, Carl. Our freshman year has been a new and exciting challenge to many of us. During the course of the year we gained five students: Gary Micek. Jenni- fer Wemhoff. Dan Rieflin, Diane Dubas, and Paul Lewis. Tom Church left us about mid-year. Our freshman year is one we won’t forget and we are all looking forward to an even better sophomore year. —Deb McGuinn OFFICERS: Mr. Hauschild. Deb McGuinn. Doug Soil. Miss Arrants. Mark Reaman. Teller Toller. Anyone? A load catching flies! Kevin Brandenburger Mike Bran ting Renee Brazda Chris Caley Carl Church Melody Church Tom Church Karen Dittmer Ken Dittmer Diane Dubas Janet Janulewicz Mike Kirby Paul Lewis Deb McGuinn Gary Micek Ty Peterson Mark Reaman Kevin Reiken Jean Schlondorf Dana Schultz 37 Jr. High is New Experience for All SEVENTH GRADE: (Left Row) Steven Strobel. Jeff Church. Ja- net McNcal. Kim Brazda, Ginger Burruss, Kenny McGuinn. (Middle Row) Bryan Janulewicz, Cathy Reaman. John Yrkoski. Donna Beck. Kyle Kuhn. Cathy Caley, Lynette Beck. (Right Row) Patty Kirby. Jim Scherer, Kenny Zelasncy, Nancy Glasgow, Mike Zelasney. Ryan Kuhn. Todd Huston. Sponsors: Mr. Lukus. Mrs. Banks. Class Parties and Magazine Sales Keep Students Busy 8th Grade Graduation is Another Milestone EIGHTH GRADE: (Left Row) Jay Bohlken. Pam Colby. Steve Goff, Tom Hannappcl. Lome Fleeman. Margaret Dubas. Lori Engel, Tim Brandenburger, Jamey Beck. (Second Row) Tim Szatko. Jerry Schlondorf, David Starostka. Christy Spires, Dina Van Pelt, Joyce Yrkoski. Mr. Manstedt. (Third Row) Sam Beck. Linda Beck, Gloria Miller. Ryan Dexter. Brad Hus- man. Jerry Carlson. Mrs. Cook. (Standing) Rhonda G lasser. Debbie Kirby, Linda Mace. Terri Voigt. Lucinda Lamb. Tim Clements. 38 Only Twelve Years To Go! KINDERGARTEN: (Back Row) Kelly Pollard. Jill Yrkoski. Jeffery McLean. Chad Sutko. Kerri Lindgreen. Geremy Schott. Mrs. Brazda. (Front Row) Amy Dush. Jacquelyn Merriman. Susan Homan. Ann Bittinger. Scott Dittmer. Brent Ksiasck. FIRST GRADE: (Back Row) Mrs. Ueckert, Bryan Lindgreen. Sara Clements. David Beck. Bryan Pollard. Kelly Neel. (Front Row) Steven Brandenburger. Kenneth Ksiazek. Mike Dittmer. Patricia Brown. Jamey Gustafson. 39 Plays Recess are Fun Times for All SECOND GRADE: (Back Row) Cathy Pollard, Todd Nccl. Laura Lucbbe. Steven Hansher. Kay Kuhn. Miss Carruthers, Debra Didier. Bill Jacobi. (Front Row) Cindy Scherer, Shane Strobel. Mickey Burruss. Debra Sock. Stacey Dittmer, Jeff Bagley. THIRD GRADE: (Back Row) Mrs. Lindburg, Sue Schlondorf, Lincoln Williams. Crystal Rupp, Cammie Neel, Lisa Lamb. Brian Herman, Lori Spires. Pamela Brown. (Front Row) Kathy Fleeman. Mick Zegar, Tony Boro- viak. Rosalie Olson. Mike Sock, Pat Goff, Tracy Geier. Denicc Bardsley, Joel Bohlken. 40 Metric System Proves Challenging Fun FOURTH GRADE: (Back Row) Chris Zcgar. Russell Mace. Lisa Lewis. Kerry Voight. Paul Yrkoski. Dee Dee Bardsley. Christine Neel. Roger Luebbe. (Front Row) Sheryl Strobel, Michelle Brandcnburger. Mr. Hayes, Cindy Mcrriman, Judy Beck. FIFTH GRADE: (Left Row) Michele Dittmer. Cindy McGuinn. Danny Starostka. Mark Lamb. Daniel Olson. Danny Boroviak. (Middle Row) Paul Janulewicz. Dan Scherer. Donnie Bardsley. Larry Pickrel. (Right Row) Diane Jones. Michelle Temme. Joan Fleeman. Jill Williams. Teresa Dubas. (Not pictured is Kim Booth. Cindy Morris) Miss Zoucha. 41 Another Step Up for 6th Graders SIXTH GRADE: (Back Row) Royce Dexter. Judy Buller. Billy Dittmer, Jeff Branting, Janet Jones. Deborah Lewis, Joe Yrkoski, David Olson, Miss Test. (Front Row) Robyne Dittmer. Marc Starostka. Beverly Herman. Sandra Beck. Scott Strobel, Brenda Brazda. Sandra Beck. Scott Strobel, Brenda Brazda. Do more than exist.................live Do more than touch.................feel Do more than look............observe Do more than read.............absorb Do more than hear.............listen Do more than listen.....understand Do more than think............ponder Do more than plan................act Do more than talk . . . say something 42 Reflections of being an EDUCA TOR As an educator, there is personal satisfaction to see the gleam in a student’s eyes that says, “Now I know!” —Miss Zoucha Being in education means joy and sorrow. Joy in the fact that some of my students develop their mental abilities and go on to better things. Sorrow in that it seems many more students fail to use their opportunities in high school, and after five or six years have nothing to show for the time they have spent. What a waste! —Mr. Kreps Being in education means to be able to work with students to help them develop ideas and skills that will help them live and work in today’s society. -Mr. Anderson To me-being an educator means the joy of helping youngsters make the best possible use of their abilities. Not only do I hope to aid them in “book knowledge.” but also to learn to cooper- ate with others, to live life to its fullest, and to become honest upright citizens. —Miss Test As an educator. I feel my position is to help the students achieve their goals through instruction and communication. -Miss Arrants To be an educator enables one to guide and instruct students in fields of endeavor that should enable the young to earn a living and cope with the outside world. —Mrs. Banks For me education is an exciting profession. It’s a “people job” that at times can bring spectacular natural highs at any unex- pected moment. However, because you do work with people (students), it can bring disappointment and misery, and very often does. The bottom line of it all is that if you succeed with even just one child, it’s been worth it. Education in America has a much higher success rate than that. -Mr. Hayes It is a thrill to work with the beginners because they are so ea- ger to learn. It would be wonderful if we could keep them that way always. —Mrs. Brazda 43 Administration and Faculty BOARD OF EDUCATION BOARD OF EDUCATION: Dwight Strobel. Delbert Miller, Dereyl Beck, Wil- liam Kuhn, Lee Huston, and Judy Reaman Mr. Bohlken: In spite of all his responsibilities keeping the Clarks school system running smoothly, Mr. Bohlken still finds time to relax. His great love is horses, and you can always find him busy working with them. Mr. Wibbels: Helping with the administration of the school, Mr. Wibbels is always busy. Golfing, hunting, and fishing are his means of relaxation. PRINCIPAL: Gregg Wibbels SUPERINTENDENT: W.R. Bohlken 44 Teachers Are People Too . . . Mr. Anderson: Besides teaching health and physical education at school. Mr. Anderson loves the great out- doors and being with his family. Miss Arrants: The home economics teacher and girls’ coach is Miss Arrants. She loves to spend her afternoon reading a good book, but she is always ready for a good time. Mr. Alt: Relaxing after a hard day’s work is Mr. Alt. He teaches mathematics and coaches basketball at school. His great loves are his car and the girl in the back- ground picture. Mrs. Banks: The commercial and business teacher at school; Mrs. Banks also has many other activities. She loves gardening, collecting plates, and is very active in the community. Mr. Barbour: It takes a lot of work to be a bachelor, but even more preparing to be a husband. He is the guid- ance counselor at school. 45 Mrs. Bohlken: Being the remedial reading specialist at school keeps Mrs. Bohlken busy. Even though she is a ca- reer woman, she still finds time to care for her family. Mrs. Cook: The school librarian is Mrs. Cook. She is very active in square dancing activities. She also enjoys being with her family and doing things with them. Mrs. Hayes: Even though we couldn’t get a picture of her. Mrs. Hayes could always be seen busy at work. This year she was the elementary art teacher. She likes to spend her free time with her family. Mr. Hauschild: The football and track coach at CHS is Mr. Hauschild. In school he teaches the industrial arts classes. He loves the outside life of hunting and fishing, and can al- ways be found busy at it. Mr. Krcps: The resident scientist of CHS is Mr. Kreps. He is an experimenter, naturalist, sportsman, and avid reader, as well as being a scientist. School would not be the same without Mr. Kreps around. 46 Mr. Lukus: The man on the scaffold is not a carpenter, but the school music teacher. Besides his busy schedule at work, Mr. Lukus still finds time to remodel his house. He also likes to hunt and ride motorcycles. Mrs. Lukus: Mrs. Lukus could not think of a better way to spend an afternoon than reading a good novel. She is the elementary music teacher at school and is involved in church work. Mr. Manstedt: This teacher is involved with what he teaches. He is the agriculture teacher at school and a farmer at home. He also teaches elementary science and is the wrestling coach at school. Mr. Pearson: A family man, Mr. Pearson spends much time at home. He is also a referee. At school he is the social stud- ies teacher. Mrs. Vyhlidal: Music is a part of life for Mrs. Vyhlidal. the English teacher. She often sings at weddings of family and friends. She also enjoys reading. 47 School Is Hard Work Too . . . Keeping Clarks High School running smoothly involves the time and talents of many people. Hollis Stromberg and Dave Smith could always be found hard at work keeping the school clean. The bus drivers this year were Bob Beck. Tom Morgan, Hol- lis Stromberg and Leah Beck (not pictured). Irma Janulewicz, Sharon Geier. and Thelma Herman worked hard each day to provide the students of CHS good and nutritious meals. Marcia Lamb was the dishwasher. Gerry Kuhn, the school secretary, could al- ways be found hard at work in the office. As school secretary, she was always busy doing much of the paper work associated with a school. Our school would not be the same without these people and the students of CHS appreciate their work. Reflections of being an A THLETE Striving for a goal, but having fun doing it. Barb J. To face pressure and learn how to compete and win. —Jon S. To be able to take the losing as well as the winning. Andy Being part of a team and working together. It means sad times and fun times, but it is a time you will never forget. -Deb J. Trying to make your name and the name of your team well re- membered for many years. It is also a great way to see new places and meet new people. -Scott P. Taking on a big challenge and winning at it. —Lucinda Scoring a touchdown, a basket, a homerun. a spike, a pin. or a point. -Kelly To be able to try as hard as you can and do your best. -Jean D. Being able to give up a lot of your free time so that you can have a winning team. -Daryl Setting many goals for yourself. Gloria M. It gives you a chance to compete against other people. It is also learning and growing from all the experiences you are in. —Denise D. To use all of my abilities to win. but if I don't, being able to keep a smiling face. —Terry M. To be able to succeed. -Jerry C. To be able to be better than the guy next to me. -Sam B. To learn to work with others on a team. - Marlene Working in practice and then seeing it pay off in the game. -Pam S. 49 The Girls Try Hard in Volleyball! (Left to Right) Mgr. Sharon Brunken. Coach Marsha Carruthcrs. Gae Johnson. Deb Smith. Denise Douglas. Jolene Wurtz. Barb Yrkoski. Marge Church. Kim Reaman. Jean Douglas. Deb Janulewicz. Coach lla Arrants. Mgr. Pam Colby. Mgr. Marlene Osentowski, Barb Janu- lewicz. Pam Swcdenburg. Renee Brazda. Karen Dittmer. Janet Janulewicz. Melody Church. Mary Starostka, Lori Beck. Mgr. Luann Geir RESER VE TEAM Clarks Varsity Opponent 0 Wolbach 2 0 Osceola 2 0 Nebr. Christian 2 0 Fullerton 2 0 Stromsburg 2 0 Silver Creek 2 0 Polk 2 0 Cedar Rapids 2 1 Genoa 2 0 Palmer 2 1 St. Edward 2 0 Silver Creek (GRC) 2 0 Humphrey (DIST.) 2 Clarks Reserves Opponent 0 Wolbach 2 1 Osceola 2 0 Nebr. Christian 2 0 Fullerton 2 0 Stromsburg 2 1 Silver Creek 2 0 Polk 2 0 Cedar Rapids 2 0 Genoa 2 0 Palmer 2 1 St. Edward 2 (Top to Bottom) Janet Janulewicz. Melody Church. Lori Beck. Jolene Wurtz. Denise Douglas. Jean Douglas, Coach lla Arrants. Renee Brazda. Gae Johnson, Pam Swedenburg. Karen Dittmer, Coach Marsha Carruthers. 50 The season started with an inexperienced squad, with few returning lettermen. Even with the disappointing season, the girls gained some valuable experience and playing time. With this experience and playing time, we’ve began to play up to our capabilities. We are now looking ahead to next year’s season. The girls proved the old saying, “It’s not whether you win or lose, but how you played the game,” by giving all their effort until the end. VARSITY TEAM LINE-UP Marge Church Denise Douglas Jean Douglas Barb Yrkoski Deb Janulewicz Kim Reaman Deb Smith Mary Starostka Jolene Wurtz Barb Janulewicz Clarks Remains Undefeated In Regular Season Back row: Coach Barbour. Coach Pearson. Rex Lamb, Tony Peterson. Tad Dittmer, Chris Huston. Scott Pickrel. Pete Upton. Kevin Miller. Neal Wemhoff, Daryl Van Pelt, Robert Rieken, Head Coach Hauschild. Middle row: Dick Church. Ken Rieken. Kurt Kuhn. Larry Herman. Dana Schultz. Jeff Sundberg. Doug Soil, Mark Rcaman. Andy Dubas. Jon Schlondorf, Ric Ferguson. Front row: Manager Sam Beck, Tim Beck. Jerry Vrkoski. Gary Micek. Mike Brantmg. Kevin Rieken. Terry Morris, Ty Peterson. Marty Burruss. Tom Church. Scores: Football 1976 Clarks 20 - St. Ed 20 (“C” Champs) Clarks 38 - Silver Creek 12 Clarks 8 - Wolbach 0 (“D” Champs) Clarks 53 - Polk 18 Clarks 53 - Genoa 0 Clarks 26 - Stromsburg 20 Clarks 14 - Palmer 6 Clarks 54 - Osceola 6 PLAY OFF - GRC Clarks 6 - Fullerton 16 Senior Members: Back Row: Ric Ferguson. Middle Row: Robert Rieken. Scott Pickrel, Rex Lamb. Tony Peterson, Neal Wemhoff. Front Row: Daryl Van Pelt. 52 Bombers Ranked 2nd in State Back Row: K. Rieken. D. Van Pelt. P. Upton. R. Ferguson. Front Row: T. Peterson. S. Pickrel, D. Church. R. Lambs, N. Wemhoff, C. Huston. R. Rieken. WEST DIVISION CHAMPS ALL-CONFERENCE Daryl Van Pelt-Line Backer and Full Back Dick Church Line Backer Ken Rieken Safety HONORABLE MENTION ALL-CONFERENCE Ken Rieken-Halfback Ric Ferguson-Halfback Dick Church Guard Neal Wemhoff—Guard Pete Upton-Def-Tackle Tad Dittmer Def-Tackle ALL AREA Daryl Van Pelt-Back Dick Church- Middle Guard Tony Peterson End Ken Rieken Back HONORABLE MENTION ALL AREA Ric Ferguson-Back ALL-STATE BOTH PAPERS Daryl Van Pelt-Line Backer Men Cagers Show Bomber Effort BACK ROW: Rex Lamb. Tad Dittmer. Chris Huston. Coach Tom Barbour. Coach Richard Alt, Tony Peterson. Joe Lamb. FRONT ROW: Marty Burruss. Ric Ferguson. Rex Kuhn. Robert Cle- ments, Ric Geier. Larry Herman. Jon Schlondorf. Clarks 60 Wolbach 61 Clarks 50 Genoa 60 Clarks 62 Rising City 67 Clarks 48 Hordville 70 Clarks 69 Nebraska Christian 61 Clarks 58 Palmer 61 Clarks 60 Silver Creek 88 Clarks 37 Polk 74 Clarks 60 Osceola 56 Clarks 34 Fullerton 54 Clarks 72 Osceola 88 Clarks 69 Cedar Rapids 66 Clarks 72 Marquette 73 Clarks 51 St. Edward 60 Clarks 49 Stromsburg 64 Clarks 66 Monroe 43 Clarks 49 Polk 70 Reserve Line-Up MIKE BRANTING CHRIS CALEY ANDY DUB AS KELL Y KA VA MIKE KIRBY TERR Y MORRIS 55 Girl Cagers Much Enthusiasm First Year Back Row: Marlene Osentowski, Kim Reaman. Janet Wurtz. Marge Church. Coach Arrants, Marilyn Zoucha, Coach Carrau- thers. Nancy Glasgow. LouAnne Miller. Mar)' Starostka. Lori Beck. From Row: Susette Grause. Cindy Starostka. Jean Douglas. Sharon Brunken. Jolenc Wurtz. Denise Douglas. SCORES Clarks 7 Wolbach 55 Clarks 2 St. Edward 94 Clarks 9 Polk 85 Clarks 10 Palmer 53 Clarks 15 Genoa 49 Clarks 21 Silver Creek 52 Clarks 10 Stromsburg 58 GRC TOURNAMENT Clarks 19 Silver Creek 60 DISTRICT TOURNAMENT Clarks 10 Hordville 78 56 Women’s Lib Invades CHS 57 Grapplers Are Clarks Supermen Left to right (front row). Ron Rich- ards. Carl Church. Robert Ricken, Tim Beck, Jerry Church. Gary Micek. Tom Branting, Ty Peterson. Ned Wemhoft. Middle Row. Ken Ricken. Jeff Sundburg. Pete Upton, Allan Jef- ferson. Tom Pickrel. Jim Dankelson. Kevin Miller. Back Row, Coach Norm Manstedt, Steve Strobel. Scott Pickrel. Asst. Coach Bob Hayes. District Results 1st Robert Ricken Ken Rieken State 3rd Robert Rieken Scott Pickrel 2nd 5th Tim Beck Tim Beck Scott Pickrel 6th Ken Rieken Team Results: Friend Invitational-Clarks, 2nd. 103 points Fullerton Invitational (Reserves). 54 points Wahoo Invitational Clarks. 7th. 55' 6 points Howells Invitational-Clarks. 2nd. 125 points Clarks Invitational Clarks. 5th, I06'4 points St. Edward Invitational Clarks (Reserves) 6th. 38 points Dual-Grand Island Central Catholic-Clarks. 42-24 Stromsburg Invitational Clarks, 5th. 95 points Golden rod Conference Tournament-Clarks. 3rd. 124 points District Tournament-Clarks. 3rd. 131'4 points State Tournament-Clarks. 8th. 51 points 58 Sports Means Victory AND Defeat NAME Record Weight Class Gary Micek Tom Church Tom Branting Ron Richards Tim Beck Ken Riekcn Robert Rieken Jeff Sundburg Scott Pick re) Kevin Miller Tom Pickrel Ty Peterson Allan Jefferson Jerry Church Ned WemhofT Pete Upton Jim Dankclson Carl Church 3-19-1 1-2 11-15 14-12-2 26-6 29-7 29-2 10-12-1 22-4 8-1 9-6 3- 9 2-9 4- 5 4-4 7-12 0-2 1-11 105 112 119 126 132 138 145 155. 167 Hwt. Hwt. 155 185 132 138 155 185 167 155 CHS Excells in Track And Field Back Row: Mary Starostka, Jean Douglas. Barb Yrkoski. Pam Swe- den burg. Lori Beck. Barb Janu- lewicz. Front Row: Melody Church, Coach Arrants. Janet Janulewicz. Girl's Track Records Mary Starostka Mile Relay 4:52.25 Melody Church Barb Yrkoski Jean Douglas Boy’s Track Records Ric Ferguson 100 yd. Dash 10:2 Kenny Ricken 220 yd. Dash 23 Kenny Ricken 440 yd. Dash 52:6 Robert Rieken 880yd. Run 2:05 Ric Ferguson 880 Relay 1:37.9 Tim Beck Robert Rieken Kenny Rieken Ric Ferguson Jeff Sundbcrg Kenny Rieken Robert Rieken Mile Relay 3:44.5 Tad Dittmer Discus 141 44” V i 60 Back Row: Coach Hauschild, Mark Reaman. Jeff Sundberg, Tad Diltmer, Chris Huston, Kevin Miller. Ric Fer- guson, Front Row: Doug Soil. Tim Beck. Kurt Kuhn. Kenny Rieken. Robert Rieken. Mike Branting. Four Qualify For State Ric Ferguson Kenny Rieken Tad Dittmer 100 yd. Dash Low Hurdles 440 yd. Dash Discus High Jump Successful Year for Young Athletes Boy Cagers The boys climaxed a 3-3 season by cap- turing the third place trophy at the Full- erton Jr. High tournament. The B-team was 2-0. The boys enjoyed the season and showed promise for the future. BACK ROW: Todd Huston. Tim Clements. Jerry Carlson, David Starostka, Brad Husmann. MIDDLE ROW: Sam Beck. Rvan Kuhn. Tim Szatko, Jerry Schlondorf, John Yrkoski. Steve Goff. Tom Hanappel. FRONT ROW: Kyle Kuhn, Bryan Janulewicz, Jay Bohlken. Coach Tom Barbour. Jamey Beck. Jim Scherer. Kenny Zelasney. Girl Cagers In their first season the girls posted a fine 3-3 record and battled Silver Creek for the championship of the Fullerton Jr. High tournament. Excitement and enthu- siasm ran high for these girls who spent the season learning basketball fundamentals. BACK ROW: Coach Tom Barbour. Terri Voigt, Lucinda Lamb. Linda Mace. Rhonda Glasser. Linda Beck. Gloria Miller. Joyce Yrkoski. MIDDLE ROW: Lynette Beck. Cathy Reaman, Donna Beck. Cathy Caley, Pam Colby. FRONT ROW: Nancy Glasgow, Dina Van Pelt, Lori Engel. Ginger Bur- russ, Patty Kirby, Margaret Dubas. Grapplers The wrestlers finished their season 3-1. The boys were able to wrestle a variety of competition and had a lot of fun along with their success. BACK ROW: Coach Bob Hayes, Kyle Kuhn. Jim Scherer. Ryan Kuhn, Todd Huston, Kenny McGuinn, David Starostka. Coach Norm Manstedt. FRONT ROW: Jeff Church. Bryan Janulewicz, Steve Strobel, Kenny Zelasney, Jamey Beck. Jay Bohlken. Jerry Schlondorf. 62 Reflections of being INVOL VED Being on the paper staff means hard work at the last minute, fun reading all the latest news, knowing all the things that don't go into the paper and reading the paper before it’s handed out. -Deb J. Being in FHA means learning new things and becoming part of the world. — Marlene Being on the student council means that I can be considered by other people to be able to take on the responsibilities within my school. — Karen Being a part of the annual staff means fun. excitement, and lots of hard work. It means getting to say that I helped make that annual and can take some credit for all the work that goes into it. —LeAnne Being a cheerleader means trying to get spirit in the school. -Mary S. Being on student council means selling ice cream bars. -Ty Being in FHA makes me feel like I am doing something important. —Jenniffer Being a cheerleader means that I stand behind our school, and that T give support to both the boy’s and girl’s sports. —Jean D. Being in FHA means doing different things and learning more about yourself. —Jolene Being in FHA is learning how to be a leader instead of a follower. —Gae Being on Paper and Annual Staff means hard work and plan- ning. It means you have to get things done and you have to meet deadlines. —Janet W. Being on annual staff means doing your own work, plus a lot of other peoples. -Anna 63 Yell Leaders Denise Douglas Jolene Wurtz Lori Beck Barb Janulewicz Jean Douglas Mary Starostka Janet Janulewicz First Year For Bomber Club Back Row: (Left to right) Luann Geier, Le Anne Beck. Gae Johnson. Cindy Starostka. Susette Grause. Fourth Row: Dodi Van Pelt. Jean Schlondorf. Kris Boroviak. Linda Fleeman. Barbie Yrkoski, Marlene Osentowski. Third Row: LouAnne Miller. Kim Reaman. Lori Beck. Pam Swedcnburg, Debbie McGuinn. Renee Brazda, Karen Dittmer. Second Row: Deb Janulewicz, Lu Engel. Marge Church. Janet Wurtz, Dawn Van Pelt. Marilyn Zoucha. Miss Carruthers, Mr. Anderson. Front Row: Denise Douglas. Mary Star- ostka. Jean Douglas, Jolene Wurtz, Janet Janulewicz. Barb Janulewicz. 64 ROYALTY King Daryl Van Pelt Queen Suscttc Grausc Attendants: Deb Branting Smith Robert Rieken Deb Janulewicz Ric Ferguson Crown Bearers: Marcy Pickrcl Tige Hauschild “A Time For Us”. . . Homecoming The “76-77’ Homecoming week began with Monday as Bicentennial Day with everyone wearing red. white, and blue. Tuesday was backwards day and crazy socks, while Wednesday was grubby day and crazy hats. Thursday, everyone dressed in Halloween costumes. Friday was dress up day. At tne football game Clarks de- feated Palmer 14 to 6. During halftime, the royalty was crowned. After the big game, a dance was held in the gym. The theme “A Time For Us” was carried out in gold, green, white, and blue streamers. A large silhouette of lovers enhanced the theme. The night became another memory to reflect upon in our lives. 65 Student Council ABOVE: Kurt Kuhn. Mike Richards. Deb Smith (President). Alan Jefferson. Margaret Dubas. Andy Dubas. Susctte Grause (Vice-President), Ty Peterson. Doug Soil. GROUND: Marlene Owsen- towski. Linda Beck. Todd Huston. Cathy Calcy, Kyle Kuhn. Karen Dittmcr, Dawn Van Pelt (Secretary-Treasurer), Jay Boh- lken. LouAnne Miller. Mr. Barbour. Being Alive Means Getting Involved. . .. C Club BACK ROW: Rex Lamb. Neal Wem- holT, Tad Dittmer. Ron Richards. Kevin Miller. Tom Pickrel. Mike Richards. FOURTH ROW: Pete Upton. Tony Pe- terson. Ric Ferguson, Kim Rcaman. Rob- ert Reiken, JelT Sunberg, Kurt Kuhn. Barb Janulewicz, Chris Huston. THIRD ROW: Scott Pickrel, Dick Church. Ken Reiken. Jean Douglas. Tim Beck, Tom Branting. Jon Schlondorf. SECOND ROW: Daryl Van Pelt, Marge Church. Mary Starostka, Deb Smith. Deb Janu- lewicz. Barb Yrkoski. FRONT ROW: Coach Manstedt. Coach Alt, Coach Ar- rants, and Coach Hauschild. Much of the activity around CHS this year centered around the many organizations of the school. One could always find students working hard on some project that a group was sponsoring. Joining the list of organizations this year was the chapter of the Future Homemakers of America. They had a busy year attending many conven- tions and hosting a spaghetti feed. Much luck and success to this new group. The Honor C took a more active role in school life this year, and in the spring, they purchased a new weight machine. This new equipment is greatly appreciated by all of the school’s students. The Student Council revised and modified their constitution this year in hopes of representing the student body better. Five of its members attended state convention in the fall. The paper staff printed and reported all the news and happenings around CHS. The roving CHS reporters never seemed to lose a scoop. The annual staff had a busy year running the concession stands and putting to- gether the yearbook. 66 FHA BACK ROW: LuAnne Geicr. LeAnne Beck. Gae Johnson. FOURTH ROW: Lori Beck, Mary Starostka. Marlene Ow- sentowski. Kris Boroviak. Linda F'lee- man. Janet Janulewicz. Karen Dittmer. THIRD ROW: Barb Janulewicz. Pam Swedenburg. Dodi Van Pelt. Pam Colby, Gloria Miller. Jean Schlondorf, Jennifer WemhofT. SECOND ROW: LouAnne Miller. Dawn Van Pell. Marilyn Zoucha. Renee Bra da. Deb McGuinn. FRONT ROW: Denise Douglas. Jean Douglas. Jolenc Wurtz. Marge Church, Janet Wurtz, Cindy Starostka. Susette Grause. Miss Arrants. Getting Involved Means Hard Work Fun Paper Staff Dawn Van Pelt. Mrs. Banks. Marilyn Zoucha, Deb Smith. Janet Wurtz. Lu Engel. Marge Church. Annual Staff Mrs. Vyhlidal, LeAnne Beck. Reggie Kuhn. Susette Grause, Cindy Starostka. Marilyn Zoucha, Janet Wurtz. Deb Smith. Anna Dubas. LouAnne Miller. Dawn Van Pelt. Marge Church. 67 Left to Right: Jolenc Wurtz, Ronda G lasser, Jean Schlondorf, Kim Rearnan. Reggie Kuhn. Anna Dubas. Pam Swedenburg. Sharen Brun- ken, Luann Geier. Kurt Kuhn. Ron Richards. Andrew Dubas, Chris Huston. Jay Bohlken. Sam Beck. Allan Jefferson. Chris Calev. Rick Geier. Mary Starotska. Pam Colby, Tim Szatko. Barb Janulewicz. Dodi Van Pelt. Gloria Miller. Ryan Dexter. Margaret Dubas. Karen Ditimer. Renee Brazda, Lori Beck, Lou Anne Miller. Reflections of The Clarks High School Band has been very busy during the year providing entertainment at the football, volleyball, and both girls and boys basketball games. The first parade we marched in was on October 2 at Harvest of Harmony in Grand Island. The follow ing week we marched at Melody Roundup in Hastings. On November 11. we played for the Veterans Day Program at school, and then we marched in Central City for the Veterans Day Parade. We held the GRC Band Clinic here at Clarks on March 22. Band Contest was at Kearney Slate College on April 23. and the band received a superior rating. Spring Concert was at the park on May I. Ending things for the year, the band played for the high school graduation. 68 Band Officers At the first of the year, the hand elected as their officers: Left to Right: Barb Janulewicz. Sec.-Treas.; Karen Dittmer. 9th grade representa tive; Reggie Kuhn. President; Ron Richards, Vice President; Tim Szatko. 8th grade representative. the Sound of Music . . . . Majorette Barb Janulewicz Senior Band Members Reggie Kuhn and Anna Dubas 69 Chorus and Swing Choir. Fifth Row: Lou Anne Miller. Kim Reaman. Jean Douglas. David Miller. Ron Richards. Fourth Row: Debbie McGuinn, Le Anne Beck, Sharen Brunken. Allan Jefferson. Third Row: Lori Beck. Renee Brazda. Gac Johnson. Karen Dittmcr. Second Row: Mr. Lukas. Reggie Kuhn. Susette Grause. Cindy StaroLska. Pam Swedenburg. First Row: Kurt Kuhn. Barb Janulewicz, Jolene Wurtz. Mike Richards. Jr. High Band Shows Promise Fifth Row: Cindy McGuinn, Nancy Glasgow, Scott Strobel. Daniel Olson. Fourth Row: Todd Huston, David Olson. John Yrkoski, Royce Dexter. Ryan Kuhn. Billie Dittmer. Kyle Kuhn. Third Row: Lynette Beck. Janet McNeal. Cathy Reaman. Joe Yrkoski. Sec- ond Row: Kim Brazda. Donna Beck. First Row: Cathy Caley. Mr. Lukas. 71 Junior-Senior Prom “Times of Your Life ” On April 28, at 7:00 p.m. the juniors presented the Junior-Senior Prom with the theme ‘Times of Your Life.” The gym was dec- orated with pastel colors which enhanced the beauty of the fountain in the center. The servers for the evening were: Rick Geier. Lori Beck. Joey Lamb. Jolene Wurtz. Jon Schlondorf, Jean Douglas. Jeff Sundburg. and Kim Reaman. The program began with a welcome from the toastmaster. Ron Richards. The junior class welcome was given by Lou Anne Miller and was followed with a response from the seniors, given by Reggie Kuhn. This was followed by a most delicious meal prepared by the junior class mothers. The Senior Class Prophecies were given by Dawn Van Pelt, followed by the Senior Class History given by Deb Janulewicz. The soph- omore girls entertained the guests with the songs, ‘Time In A Bottle,” and ‘Times of Your Life.” The dance began at 9:00 p.m. with the band “Witchbone” performing. This provided for a most enjoyable evening for the juniors and se- niors. It will remain a cherished memory forever. 73 • • • 1 Our Reflections Behind Us . . . May 15, 1977 was a day that the senior class of 1977 will always re- member. Our graduation from high school signaled the end of 13 years together, but it also signaled the be- ginning of a new phase of our lives. Our junior marshalls were Ken Rei- ken and Lu Engel. Our ushers were Rex Kuhn. Tim Beck. Gae Johnson, Marilyn Zoucha. The Invocation and Benediction were given by Rev. Lewis. Rev. Lar- son gave the commencement ad- dress, “What are you Worth?” Our class salutatorian, Anna Dubas, and valedictorian, Reggie Kuhn, also gave speeches. Scholarship winners were Anna Dubas, Tim Dubas, Reggie Kuhn, Rex Lamb. After we received our long-sought diplo- mas, Mrs. Vyhlidal sang “Turn Around” while our baby and senior pictures were shown. A few tears were shed during this time of re- membering, but soon we were in the honor line receiving congratulations from friends and family. One life ending—one life beginning. CLASS OF 1977 The Big Night Finally Here Our Lives Before . . . 76 Here, once more, the end of the school year. For the seniors, the end of a long wait. They are considered adults now and will help make some of the decisions which will possibly change the course of the world. They will vote, possibly defend their country, raise families, and make their own mark in the world. They will indeed have come a long way. We on the annual staff wish them the best of luck and hope that once in a while, they will look back on their years at CHS, and reflect back. Back to the time when they regis- tered for their freshman year, or- dered class rings, received awards at Awards Banquet, put forth their best to win games, meets, matches and contests. Remember Prom and Graduation. But most of all, re- member the close friendships ... —Marilyn Zoucha Assistant Editor 77 HAITH MOTOR CO. 24-Hour Wrecker Service Central City, Nebraska Phone: 946-3011 SOME OTHER PLACE Wed. Nights Ragtime Music Sat. Nights Country Western Homemade Soups Sandwiches Central City, Nebraska NORDSTEDT’S Ethel A. and Charles J. Heeney, Owners Good Clothes for Men, Boys, and Ladies Phone: 946-3281 Central City, Nebraska CENTRAL CITY AUTO PARTS CO. 325 “G” Street Central City, Nebraska THE INDEPENDENT CLUB Recreation and Billiard Hall Phone: 946-9919 Dennis and Marjorie Kelley, Owners Central City, Nebraska CENTRAL FARM DEVELOPMENT CO. Box 275-Phone: 308-946-3263 Willa D. Freelend Tom H. Moates Management, Real Estate, Insurance Central City, Nebraska GEREN DRUGS The Rexall Store Phone: 946-3888 Central City, Nebraska MUSTARD OIL CO. Complete Automotive Service Phillips 66 Tires, Batteries and Accessories Central City, Nebraska 78 TRIANGLE AGENCY, INC. Complete Abstracting Bookkeeping—Insurance Services Ph. 946-3073 Central City, Nebr. HEAD-QUARTERS BARBER SHOP 806 “C” Avenue Central City, Nebraska Phone: 946-2929 Marloe Broekemeier, Owner HANSEN CO. CUT AND SEW DEPT. Bernina Sewing Machines Fine Fabric Zenith T.V. Radio Central City, Nebr. Phone: 946-2051 LAFAYETTE BEAUTY SALON Ask for your choice of operator Vernie, Carla, Sonnie, Dee, and Susie 309 “G” Street Central City, Nebraska Phone: 946-2731 FARMERS NATIONAL BANK “The Old Bank with New Ideas” Central City, Nebraska HESSELGESSER MOTOR CO. Central City, Nebraska Phone: 946-2491 Oldsmobile, Buick, and GMC NEIL’S SERVICE CENTER PARTS FOR ALL CARS “Service Is Our Business” Snapper Lawn Mower Sales Central City, Nebr. RED ANN’S TAVERN Fullerton, Nebraska 79 FARMER’S CO-OP GROSH IRRIGATION 757-3311 CO., INC. Gas Oil Hordville, Nebr. Well Drilling Silver Creek, Nebraska SUNDBERG SON FARMERS CO-OP HARDWARE GRAIN 765-3411 Silver Creek—Columbus Hardware, Cook Paints, Maytag Appliances Osceola—Duncan Polk, Nebraska Tarnov VERA’S “Best Wishes” Where Friends Meet POLK PROGRESS NOON Specials, 6:30 A.M.-10:00 P.M. Polk, Nebraska 773-8295 Silver Creek, Nebraska Vera Brand MACDONALD’S IGA RALPH’S BARBER 765-3441 SHOP Polk, Nebraska Silver Creek, Nebraska Mr. and Mrs. MacDonald 80 TONY’S STANDARD SERVICE Anthony M. Wamick 765-2131 Polk, Nebraska CONNIE’S BEAUTY SALON Phone: 548-2569 “Congratulations Seniors” WM. DOUGLAS STROBEL INDUSTRIES AND COMPANY INC. Clarks, Nebraska Clarks, Nebraska 68628 Phone: 548-2588 Manufacturing and Repairs Butchering—Processing-Locker Service “Congratulations Seniors” STERN FEED KUHN’S INSURANCE AND SUPPLY AGENCY Irrigation Pipe Life, Health, Auto, Hail Insurance Phone: Bus. 548-2215 Res. 548-2571 Phone: 548-2411 Clarks, Nebraska Clarks, Nebraska 68628 Larry D. Kuhn DIANE’S BEAUTY COLBY GARAGE Complete Automotive Repairs SHOP Clarks, Nebraska Phone: 548-2433 Trucks and Tractors Day 548-2300 Phone: Night 548-2422 Clarks, Nebraska 81 CHAPMAN CO-OP ASS’N. (COOP) Feeds and Fertilizer See Us For Your Farm Chemicals CITIZEN’S STATE BANK We Buy and Sell All Grains Chapman, Nebraska Member FDIC Polk, Nebraska Gambles The bank small enough to know you and large enough to serve you Phone: 402-765-2191 Flardware, Houseware, Furniture, Paint, Automotive, Sports, T.V.—Sound. Appliances Fullerton, Nebraska “At any ‘stage’ in Life CLIFF’S STUDIO Come to for Photographic memories Aurora, Nebraska Phone: 694—2850 82 FARMER’S CO-OP ASS’N. GLASGOW AGENCY Custom Grinding (C00P! Grain Drying Fertilizer Chemicals Petroleum Products Insurance—Real Estate Fullerton, Nebraska 68638 J.L. STEAK HOUSE AND TAVERN I your Independent] Insurance] AGENTy SERVES YOU FIRST Y Fullerton, Nebraska Phone (308)-548-2214 68638 Clarks, Nebraska FARMERS STATE BANK Tereco Inc. Banking and Insurance Silver Creek, Nebraska 68663 Telephone: 308-773-2222 83 GONSIOR FLORAL Phone: 536-2500 Fullerton, Nebraska FOOD SHOP Polk, Nebraska FULLERTON NATIONAL BANK 765-3471 Each depositor insured to $40,000 Lance and Karol Recknor HOfKAl DEPOSIT INSURANCf CORPORATION Fullerton, Nebraska MERRIMAN’S TAVERN On Off Sale Beer and Liquor Lunches Clarks, Nebraska Phone: 548-2642 84 CO-OP OIL INC. 773-2241 Silver Creek, Nebraska FARMERS COOPERATIVE ASS’N. SILVER CREEK FARM LUMBER SUPPLY Silver Creek, Nebraska Clarks and Central City, Nebraska Phone 548-2201 or 548-2321 “Congratulations Seniors” LI’L JOES BAR Silver Creek, Nebraska VAN PELT 773-8293 CONSTRUCTION Kim and Pat Egger, Owner “All Kinds of Leveling” FARMER’S CO-OP OIL DeWitt Van Pelt Phone: 548-2251 Clarks, Nebraska Polk, Nebraska 68628 85 GIL’S MARKET 757-3261 Hordville, Nebraska Grocery, Meats, Vegetables CEDAR VALLEY LUMBER CO. Congratulations to Senior Class of 1 Q77 y Ready Mixed Concrete WHITED SONS, INC. Building Supplies Parts—Sales—Service Phone: (308) 536-2413 Fullerton, Nebraska Nothing runs like a Deere Fullerton, Nebraska BANK OF CLARKS Deposits Insured up to $40,000 by FDIC 548-2233 Clarks, Nebraska 86 “Congratulations” to the Seniors of 1977 CENTRAL BANK FIRST NATIONAL BANK Member FDIC Congratulations to the Class of 1977 Fullerton, Nebraska Complete Banking Service 536-2492 Central City, Nebraska □ IM'5CU FD0ds YOUNG WORLD AND WAYNE’S CLOTHING 536-3190 Fullerton, Nebraska Central City Aurora Nebraska 87 SHORTY’S BAR Refreshments Beer—Liquor—Wines Recreation FIRST STATE BANK Hordville, Nebraska Phone: 548-2322 Member of FDIC Clarks, Nebraska JIM’S BARBER SHOP TEMME MOTEL AND STANDARD STATION Tues., Wed., and Thurs. 7:00-9:00 P.M. Saturday 8:30 A.M.-5:00 P.M. Russell Jacobi, Prop. Clarks, Nebraska 548-2276 CLARKS LUMBER CO. NITE AND DAY CAFE Phone: 548-2275 Building Material Fence, Paint, Glass and Builder’s Hardware Clarks, Nebraska (We do our best) West Highway 30 Central City, Nebraska Duane and Bernice Eaton H L CAFE TAVERN COX LIVESTOCK GRAIN HANDLING 757-3331 Hordville, Nebraska Central City and Aurora Nebraska 88 ACE CAFE AND BAR Chapman, Nebraska Babe and Eva Owners Phone: 986-2645 CLARKS TELEPHONE CO. HENSLEY REALTY 308-946-3181 Central City, Nebraska Farm, Residential, Commercial Loan Service j.m. McDonalds Clothes for the entire family Central City, Nebraska SUNSET MANOR RETIREMENT APARTMENTS Central City, Nebraska Leslie McHargue, Owner 946-2913 Ralph Larson, Manager 946-2441 PULLEN’S SKELLY SERVICE Automotive Care and Repair 946-3111 Dave (Stub) Pullen Owner Central City 89 CLARKS GRAIN COMPANY Ira Reisener—MGR. Custom Storage—Drying—Cash Grain Drying—Nutrena Feeds Phone: 548-2213 548-2621 Clarks, Nebraska 68628 Havens, Elevator AG-LAND EQUIPMENT INC. Your John Deere Dealer “Let us be your Machinery Headquarters Service Center Central City, Nebraska POLLARD PROPANE AND OIL COMPANY 946-3041 Gas and Oil Propane Goodyear Tires and Service MANNING RATHMAN CONSTRUCTION CO. Clarks Fullerton, Nebraska 548-2466 Chapman, Nebraska The Shopping Hub of MID-NEBRASKA SALUTES THE GRADUATES THE WHOLE WORLD IS WAITING FOR YOU! hwy. 281 13th St., Grand Island, Nebraska 68801 91 BOMBER BOOSTERS Hi-Way 30 Tavern—Silver Creek Hill Sand Gravel—Polk Don Hanquist—Polk Marilyn Zoucha Philip T. Morgan—Fullerton Palmer Furniture—Fullerton Schweitz Equipment Co., Inc—Fullerton Mid-City Service—Fullerton Community Feed Seed Store-Fullerton Marge Zeimba Mr. and Mrs. Alan Smith Deb Janulewicz Jolene Wurtz LeAnne and Steven Beck Central Cleaning Center—Central City Sack Lumber—Central City Farm Bureau Insurance Co.—Tim Moomey—C.C. Central City Veterinary Clinic-Central City Kate’s Root Beer—Central City G.L. Osborn D.D.S., P.C.-Central City Reggie Kuhn THE END 92