Concordia College - Spire / Concordian Yearbook (Fort Wayne, IN)

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CARL AHLERSMEYER, Fort Wayne, Ind.—Forceful and sure, a young man who knows how to get along in the world, Snap Squad; Pnyx. JOHN BARDONNER, Fort Wayne, Ind.—A brilliant and outstanding student, endowed with a scintillating wit and facile tongue. A charming friend, a constant companion. CARLTON BEECHER, Fort Wayne, Ind.—A candidate for All-American boy, ever fresh of mind and spirit, LAWRENCE BERKOBEN, Pittsburgh, Penn.—Stands solidly on his own two feet, bubbles over with enthusiasm and high spirit. A Cappella Choir; Wrestling; Pnyx. FRANK BODENMILLER, Toledo, Ohio—He scaled the rafters of Concordia's gym; as a fellow of daring we-honor him. Sock and Buskin; Rifle Team: Pnyx. DONALD BONESS, Chicago, IIl—Retiring and reticent, yet possessing an inward strength and virility which stamp him a man, Male Chorus; Tumbling; Wrestling; Pnyx. WALLACE BORCHELT, Fort Wayne, Ind.—Possessing the now famous Borchelt per- sonality, an ebullient, happy-go-lucky Senior. MILTON BRACKMANN, Fort Wayne, Ind.—Striking appearance, a basketball great, his greatest asset is his modesty. Football; Basketball; Track; Tennis. PATRICIA BRADEN, Detroit, Mich.—A fitting Homecoming Queen, regal in bearing, imbued -with the nobleness of royalty. Girls' Chorus; GAA; CONCORDIAN; Latin Club, Pnyx. RICHARD BRADIN, Detroit, Mich—He may be quiet, but what a wit. For every oc- casion his remarks sure fit. Football Manager; Latin Club; Science Club. RICHARD BREDEMEYER, Fort Wayne, Ind—Fastidious, careful in all things, a fellow who manages to keep his life on an even keel. ROBERT BROWN, Ypsilanti, Mich—Of Robert now, it's safe to tell. Whate'er he did, he did it well. Latin Club; Pnyx. Sun in your eyes, Pat? High Sehcol Graduates 23

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High Se, Graduates RICHARD HEISS, Monroe, Mich.—Dick, class prexy, was made for the throne, since friendliness is a sceptre and leadership a crown. Class president; Football; Basketball; Track; Tennis. PAUL SCHUMACHER, Indianapolis, Ind.—''Schu' of the gentle voice and slow smile . . . a gentleman and a Christian in every sense of the word. Class vice-president; Football; Basketball; Tennis; Pnyx. MARILYN UFFELMAN, Fort Wayne, Ind.—A young woman of distinction , . . Uffie’ has that certain something known as class . Class secretary and treasurer; A Cappella Choir; M AND W; Latin Club. CAROL SCHOENHERR, Fort Wayne, Ind.—Always chic and petite, with a feminine laugh that charms and delights. Chairman of Graduation Committee; A Cappella Choir; SAC: Girls’ Student Council; Sock and Buskin. GRADUATION COMMITTEE Carol Schoenherr, Chairman Alfred Wick Ruth David Richard Heiss Wilda Koch David Wacker Richard Bradin CLASS MOTTO: Forward! March! CLASS FLOWER: Jonquil CLASS COLORS: Navy Blue and White Keminiscing Len And now it's all over. Sectionals . . . graduation gowns .. . friendships . . . Field Day : . . class meetings. The wheel has come full cycle. It's graduation time, and four wonderful years are passing the finish line. As we look back over the way we have trod, there is a slight tug at our hearts. We really should be happy. Behind us is a task well-done; ahead, new worlds to conquer. And yet a mist comes to our eyes as we reach back and revive memories of our high school days. Remember Hobo Day... cigars... derby hats... checkered overalls .. . pigtails . . . water jugs. And the Tertia Banquet... roses . . . black formals . . . special privileges . . . chicken dinner. And who can forget the important and oft-times boisterous class meetings held since Sexta, meetings at which we planned outings and parties, selected class colors and a class motto, and elected our leaders. And now as the shadows lengthen and the dusk closes around the class of '48, we watch the happiest period of our lives give up the ghost, 22

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24 Greyhounds have the cutest drivers OLIVER BRUECK, Fort Wayne, Ind.—Though predominantly an introvert, Oliver has a natural sincerity and charm that have gained him many a friend. Science Club. JULIUS BUSH, Cleveland, Ohio—One can't help but like him; a fellow of sincerity with a love for simplicity. Male Chorus; Football; Latin Club; Pnyx. DAVID CORDES, Fort Wayne, Ind.—Manly, aggressive, to-the-point, one not afraid. to paddle his own canoe. Football; Science Club; Pnyx. KENNETH CORDES, Fort Wayne, Ind. —Independent, a realist in life, a true pal, a diligent and efficient fellow. RUTH DAVID, Fort Wayne, Ind.—Carefree and happy as a brook . . . warm as a sunbeam, Ruthie smiles her way through life. A Cappella Choir; Girls' Chorus; GAA; Sock and Buskin; Pnyx. RALPH DEPPERT, Cleveland, Ohio—Boisterous and rough, refreshing as a Coca-Cola pause, booming laughter, the lovable Stench. Football; Track; Intra-Basketball; Pnyx. RICHARD DETTMAN, Gary, Ind.—A jovial fellow, who has many friends simply by being one. Football; Latin Club. DONALD DICKMEYER, Fort Wayne, Ind.—A compact, sturdy athlete, with the finely chiseled features of an Indian Chief. Football; Basketball. WILLARD DOEHRMAN, Fort Wayne, Ind—A handsome “hunk of man, a buddy as warm as the handshake of a friend. Football; Basketball; Science Club; Latin Club. ARMAND DOWNING, Pittsburgh, Pa—He's a fellow we're glad we met; for he's a fellow we won't forget. Football; Pnyx. FLOYD DUFF, Detroit, Mich—Original and sincere, Floyd has a warmth of spirit and a nobleness of character. Male Chorus; Intra-Basketball; M AND W; Pnyx. ROBERT EHLERT, Northville, Mich—Clever, has a penchant for making remarks that reveal a penetrating wit, really a lovable guy. Tumbling; Wrestling; Track; Latin Club; Pnyx.