Delavan High School - Comet Yearbook (Delavan, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1954 volume:

1‘IVI RsS's _cv'tv'L S. t oVvos BolS t CSS V Vcxrvo af C Advisor K- orresLoA Miss Marie Schoenemann 3 Xjlj S tlAAAj a 6H 5j«Aj UV W«,te.'fck trrJL oJ O XJ A� rv � J a X I A Vv4Aa, , orrv A-« nrvoiwoo ■£ Jmwo VtvW wtSjd WMijf oywA. w W'r A Wo Cr J oj JbVt nrrJcrA. , TYUaaJ S - vao x™X tvA A Jvxaa Xx, -Vj-to «J A 3a ; J A Kiyu vJ fcKAjw «_ U , C 1iir� U- Vwi W V S jA, rAfiJXJ -fv'A Vt X XLr� V AA.) - H OkA? LTA.kXx vvi ■) d wA. OJs rvj V JUCl lA -A w rvM 'VvxKjtk vA , VJU J OjwAs -1 vaa.xV ijA o.a; J-kA OO • U iXVvj A!ud , cy Al S rtO Mj -2- Content Page Administration, School Board 4 Student Council 5 Faculty ... 6 Seniors .................................... 9 Class Will | o Class Prophecy 18 Classes 21 Year's Calendar 26 Senior Band 30 Junior Band ............................ 32 Dramat Club, Forensics 33 Three One-Act Plays ... 34 Senior Class Play ... 35 Mixed Chorus 36 Commercial Club, Melody Eight 38 Spotlight ................................. 39 Machine Shop 40 Annual Staff .............................. 41 Homecoming ................................ 44 Prom 45 Football A Squad 48 Football B Squad 49 Basketball A Squad 50 Basketball B Squad 51 Baseball 1953 .... 52 Cheerleaders .............................. 53 G.A.A. .................................... 55 Intramurals 57 Sponsors 50 -3- CARl KIEYEN5TEUBER—Princ«pol C. H. WI LEMAN—Superintendent ANN VAUGHN- Secretory SCHOOL BOARD Mr. Ralph Ackerman. President Mr. Merrill Erickson Mrs. Robert Betzer Mr. Rudolph Lange Mr. Edgar Sikes Some unknown person, no doubt someone with graying holr, once soid, Youth ii tveh o wonderful time of life! Too bod thot it i� wotted on young people. The implication of thot anonymous and noitolgic wH it that the opportunities of youth are to great that the witdom of age is necetsory to take full odvontoge of them. As it is impossible for young people to have the wisdom of age, the youthful yeort are, therefore, wasted in purposeless activities. Anyhow fhot appears to be the reasoning of that older person, who really wos just yearning to be young agoin. I presume that it could be said thot the school exists because of society's attempt to bring wisdom into thit wonderful time of life. Yet youth often falls to see it that way. With some justification young people may feel thot school is just a complicated restriction of their liberties and opportunities under the excuse of learning a lot of truthful but quite unimportant information. There is a constant conflict between the old and the young usually over the subject of whot is good for the young. The old ore inclined to prescribe for youth a formula of orderliness and disciplined conduct os the most satisfactory method of achieving security and hoppiness. Youth oppears to believe thot free expression of mind ond body unrestricted by the artificial responsibilities of society will produce a completely satisfying happiness and the conflict it never completely resolved except by the pasting of time ond young people become old people ond—for the most port—adopt the same ottitudes towards youth that their elders possessed. It hos been my duty ond pleasure to observe Delovon High School students in their mony curricular and co-curricular activities. They hove o light manner under which they hide their serous concern for the important things in school life. They hove o serious and thorough woy in which they go about the lighter things of their existence. The impression speaks well for the Delavan of the future. I hope and believe that Delavan young people are realising the full possibilities of their youth. If, when these young people ore old, they fail to find anything more than o wisp of humor in the statement Youth is such a wonderful time—loo bad that it it wosted on young people. then they moy know thot their own youth wos both wonderful and unwosted. -4- Standing: F McClellan, B Swender. 0. Porter, W. Gordon, G. Steven , 0. Bryce. J. O'Brien, C. BerQ, Jocob� on. J. Cantwell. Seated: Mr Klcyentteuber, S. Reader. C. Steven , J. Boulelle. 8. Dickmon, B. Fi chbach, 8. Haack. c « K ounci Under the direction of Mr. Kleyensteuber, the Student Council has taken an active part in student affairs. Its members are composed of officers of grades nine through twelve. The Council instituted the popular Color Day—the day on which the students wore blue and gold to show school spirit. The well-received Comet Booster Button was also a Student Council project. At a district meeting in Williams Bay, delegates discussed school problems with other Councils. Remember May 3? Under Council guidance the student body took over the teaching at D.H.S. It was good experience and loads of fun. B. Dickmon. J. Boutell . C. Stev.n , Mr. Kleyemteuber. Our Student Council is becoming an energetic school organization. -5- MISS KATHRYN AMUNDSEN English, Librorion ■’Hove you got o post? MR. ROGER ARNOLD Instrumental Music He keeps the world in tunc a pretty shorp guy. MRS. RUTH BERKOMFAS Physical Education Did you take o shower? MR. LESLIE 8ROWNE Industrial Arts The poet laureote of D.H.S. MR. DAVID CURRY Mothemotics It your notebook up to dote? MR. LAUREN DIXON Mathematics 'Do you wont to heat a joke? MISS KATHLEEN FORRESTAl Latin, English Just because that's the way it Is. MRS. LOUISE GREGG Home Economics She knows the way to a roan's heart. MISS EUNICE HAHN History When our Miss Hahn teaches history, it ceases to be a mystery. MR. EDWARD HOUSTON English, Bookkeeping. General Review I've never taught an all g rl class before. -6- MISS LOUISE JACOBSON Commercial Mow many errors today? ' MR. AUGUST PIEPER Citizenship, American Problems That'll be another demerit.' MISS MARIE SCHOENEMANN English Will you please go bock and walk. MRS. VERNICE MEARNS School Nurse “Girls, I really can't tolk when you're tolking. MISS NANCI MOLDENHAUER Vocal Music With o song in her heart. MR. OLIVER MOUM Physics, Chemistry He teaches us science — the lows of Flotation, But what we like best is a joke or quotation. MISS MILDRED PHILLIPS Art There's o place for everything. MR. CLAUDE RADTKE Science Hit 'em harder, men. MR. MERLE ROMENESKO Spanish. Citizenship, Social Science Come on, let's go! MR. WEBB SCHULTZ MR. WALLACE ZIMMERMAN MR. JOSEPH ZOEllER Physical Education Social Science, Biology Speech, English, History We’ve got o tough job to Clear the decks for action. Democracy in action, do tonight, but I think we con do it. Mr. Ph04f$aM � sf«rre«T«l,ffli itfkfc| W«.7W A6 k.l XoetVt . � d Coo p r y rt«. QA HRWlA And TaKC s8RWl '� W.w Foc cvt� t And t'UivHnh H . r cAftn . 5v «. 2 ecu,n k. t kji;pi Fp� coli y CrrP� me- • N Jfttob on £ast (Will o f the S enior 1954 Shirley Beyritz leaves her Icnee socks to Donald Maack. Bob Bruce wills his physique to Bill Fisch-bach. Jean Dorsey wills her safe driving techniques to Dave Sincere. Ronnie Gough GIVES his old sweat shirts and fatigues to the Salvation Army. Kit Kenney wills his acting ability to Gail Stevens. Katie Kelsey wills her angelic voice to Horsey. Ralph Quinney leaves his ability to SAVE money to Gail Ackerman. Ruth Anne McCommons unwillingly leaves her weeds to Nancy Boutelle. Ron Smith wills his cute legs to Jimmy Salem. Joan Stevens leaves her giggles to Phyllis Lyons. Wally Pawly wills his stature to Ralph Catalanelio. Pete Scholle gives his red hair to Claude Hull. Kenny Knack leaves his bachelorhood to The Class of ’54 wills its ability to pro- Bob Kittleson. crastinate to Nancy Kuester. Janice Kroll leaves her weight-losing ability to Sandra Nelson. Dick Mosiman leaves his freckles to Mimi Smith. Tom Murphy wills his shyness to Jerry Folkers. The Numbskulls offer their keys to the highest bidder. Johnny Peters leaves his curly hair to Neill Flood. 10- J Barbara Lee Bahr B-Bohr-6 She's among the vary young at haort. Homecoming Court 2; Prom Queen 3; Girl ' Glee Club 1; Mixed Choru 2. 3. 4; Cn-semble 4; Spotlight 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Dromot 2. 3, 4; Foremict 1, 2, 3, 4; Junior High Dromot 1; G.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Flog Beorer 2; Play 2. 3. 4. Transferred from Wauwatosa. Wiscon in, 1. PRESIDENT John Orin Boutelle Johnny Bot Ha'll show Einstein how. Senior Bond 1, 2. 3, 4; Pep Band 2, 3. 4; Boy ' Pep Band 4; Solo 2, 3; Ensemble 2. 3. 4; Hi-y 4; A Football 2. 3. 4; B Football 1; In-tramural 1, 2, 3. 4; Student Council 1, 2, 4; Movie Operator 1. 2. 3. 4; Science Club I, 2; Boys' State 3. SECRETARY-TREASURER J. Edward Cantwell J The Quiet Mon Junior High Dromot I; Hi-Y 4; 8 Football 1. 2; Baseball 1, 2. 3; Intramurols 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4; Men of Steel 4. VICE PRESIDENT Carol Alta Stevens Stevie What' this we hear obout the seventh grade boys? Junior Band 1; Senior Bond 2. 3. 4; Solo 2. 3. 4; Ensemble 1, 2. 3, 4; Spotlight 2, 4; Annual Staff 3. 4; Dromot Club 2. 3. 4; Forensic 1. 2. 4. G.A.A. 1. 2. 3. 4; Student Council 1, 2. 4. STUDENT COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE Robert Emerson Diclcman Artie He looks like a little professor—appearances can be deceiving. Prom King 3; Mixed Chorus 4; A Basketball 2. 3. 4; 8 Bosketboll 1; A Football 3. 4; Student Council 4; B Baseball 1. 2. a ass -J 7t Shirley Jean Beyritx Sqirley TSs a noble thing to be convinced, but who's noble? Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Ensemble 3, 4; Junior Band 1; Senior Bond 2. 3; Spotlight 2. 3. 4; Annual Staff 4; Dramat Club 2, 3. 4; Forensics 1, 2. 3. 4; A“ Cheerleader 3; Majorette 1; G.A.A. 1, 4; Flag Beorer 3; Play 2, 3, 4; Massed Choir 4. - II - Robert George Bruce Burn-'em-up Man, what o final A Basketball 4; B Basket-ball 1. 2; B Football 1; Intramural 3. Robert Eugene Doyle Scogge He smokes cigars ond kisses babes— that’s oim Senator Scogg . A Basketball 4; B Basketball 2, 3. Transferred from St. Andrew School, 2. Gerald T. Eaton Jerry 960 please—Hello, Corol. Hi-Y 4. Transferred from lake Geneva, Wisconsin. 2. Richard Leroy Flahive B-Boy Don't cry over spilled milk. A Basketball 4; B Basketball 1, 2, 3. Walter Thomas Gisske Wolly When there ore wine, women and song; that's when Wally comes along. Homecoming Court 2; Mixed Chorus 3; Ensemble 3; Dro-mol Club 2, 3, 4; Forensics 2; Junior High Dramat 1; Hi-Y 4; Baseball 1, Infra-murols 1, 2, 3. 4; Men's Chorus 3; Men of Steel 4. Frances Joan Dorsey Jeon She's never seen without o puzzled look on her foce. Girl's Glee Club I; Mixed Chorus 4j Spotlight 4; Annual Staff 4; Dramat Club 4; G.A.A. 1. 2. 3. 4; Commercial Club 3; lunch Program 2, 4; Ploys 4. Diana Marie Eaton D Am I my brother's keeper? Mixed Chorus 4; Ensemble 4; Spotlight 3; Forensics 2; G. A.A 3, 4; Commerciol Club 3, 4. Trontferred from Eou Claire, Wisconsin, 2. John William Fenn, Jr. Nock Women ore a man's best friond—I'm the friendly type. Prom Court 4; A Basketball 4; B Basketball 2, 3; lunch program 2. Transferred from St. Andrew School, 2. John Bernard Freund Tiny Driver of the Pontic; leader of the harem. Hi-Y 4; Golf 4; Intromurols 2, 3. 4; P. A. Announcer 4. Transferred from St. Andrew School, 2. Douglas Glenn Gordon Doug Whot's thot noise? Prom Court 3; Mixed Chorus 3; Ensemble 3; Spotlight 3; Hi-Y 3, 4; A Football 3, 4. ”8 Football 2; Baseball 1; Intromurols 2, 3, 4; Men's Chorus 3; Men of Steel 3. 4. Ronnio LcRoy Gough Pogo I go Pogo Senior Bond 3, 4; Pep Band 3, 4; Boys' Pep Bond 4; Melody Eight 3. 4, Ensemble 3, 4; Intramuroli 4. Moiled Bond 4; Playi 4. Traniferred from Columbus, Wiiconiin, 3. David C. Hume Dove I hove to iplice the film. Junior Bond lj A Football 3, 4; B Football 2; In tramuroli 2, 3, 4; Movie Operator 4; lunch progrom 1, 2, 3; Flag Bearer 4. Frank Anthony Jonuska Poncho I hove the right philoiophy of life—ilcep oil day, ploy all night. Hi-Y 4; Intramuroli 3; P.A. Announcer 4; Men of Steel 4. Traniferrod from Chicogo. Illinois, 3. Donald John Kenney Kit Welllll - oh! Prom Court 2; A Bosket-boll 4; B Boiketboll 2. 3. 6 Boieboll 2; Golf 4. Traniferred from St. Andrew School, 2. Joy Ellen Kovarik Joy Tell me. Joy, is that bluih • reflection of your hair? Mixed Chorus 4; Annual Staff 4; G.A.A. 4; Commercial Club 4; Flog Bearer 4. Transferred from Chicago, Illinois, 3. Gay Franklin Honse Goy-boy Please hit the pins, not the pin-boy! Hi-Y 4. A Football 3; B Football 1. 2; Intromurols 1, 2, 3, 4; Flog Bearer 4. Patricia Ann Jackson Potty Jock She's cute, sweet and very petite. Girls' Glee Club 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4, Annual Staff 4; Spotlight 3, 4; Dramat Club 2. 3, 4,- Forensics 2, 3; G.A A. 2, 3, 4; Flag Bearer 4; Massed Choir 4. Transferred from Joliet, Illinois, 2. Kathryn Nadeen Kelsey Kotie How did my solo sound? Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixod Chorus 2, 3. 4; Solo 3, 4; Ensemble 2, 3, 4; Annual SfoH 3, 4; Dramat Club 2, 3, 4; Forensics 2. 3, 4; G.A. A, 1, 2, 3, 4; librarian 2; lunch program 2, 3, 4; Flag Beorer 3. Kenneth Raymond Knack Konny He's always seen, but seldom heard. 8 Baseball 1, 2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3. 4. Richard John Kozak Dick It's not that I don't wont an education—it's just that I don't like school. Senior Band 4; 8 Boieboll 2; Intromurols 2, 3, 4. Transferred from St. Andrew School, 2. t Janice Louise Kroll Jon I like men, but how me o non. Homocoming Queen 4; Girl ' Glee Club 1) Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Ensemble 4; Spotlight 3. 4; Annual Stoff 4; Dromot Club 2, 3. 4. Forensics I, 2. 3, 4; Junior High Dromot 1; A Cheerleader 1, 2; Stu-dent Council 3; Ploys 3; Maned Choir 4. Terrall A. McCray Terry The Rembrandt of the class— he hails from lake Forrest. Transferred from loke Forest, Illinois. 4. Carol Jean Morrison Corol Did you poss? Homecoming Court 3; Girls' Glee Club 1; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Ensemble 4; G.A.A. 1. 2; Flag bearer 3. Richard Delbert Mosiman Dick 'Tis not stature that makes a man great. Junior 8ond 2; Senior 8ond 3, 4; Pep Bond 3; Spotlight 2, 3; Hi-Y 4; B Football 1, 2; Intramurals 1, 2, 3, 4; lunch program 2. Thomas Bernerd Murphy Murph A woman, a woman! Oh, what can she be? Ask Tom, he knows. She's necessary. B Basketball 2; A Football 3. 4. Transferred from Elkhorn, Wisconsin, 2. Ruth Anne McCommons Ruthless Women ore entitled to life, liberty, and the pursuit of men. Prom Court 2; Girls' Glee Club 1{ Mixed Chorus 3; Spotlight 3; Annual Staff 4; Dromot Club 2, 3, 4; Forensics 2, 3; Junior High Dra-mot 1; A Cheerleader 3, 4; G.A.A. 2. 3. 4; librarian 1. Shirley Ann Milton Shirl Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend Girls' Glee Club 1. 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Ensemble 4; Annual Staff 4; G.A.A. 2, 3, 4j Comercial Club 3, 4; Office work 3. Virginia Kay Moser Ginger Her nome is Ginger because she's so snappy. Girls' Glee Club 2. 3, 4; Mixod Chorus 4; Ensemble 4; Dramot Club 3, 4; Forensics 4; G.A.A. 4; Commercial Club 3, 4. Transferred from Chicogo, Illinois, 2. Barbara Frances Murphy Barb Murph Somewhere I lost my voice. Girls' Glee Club I, 2; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Ensemble 4; Annual Stoff 4; Forensics 2; G. A.A. I, 2, 3. 4; librarian 2. Eidola Ann Parsons Dodio Her eyes, how they twinklo; her dimples, how merry! Homecoming court 4; Prom Court 3; Girls' Glee Club 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 4; Ensemble 4; G.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3. 4. Walter Wayne Pawly Wally Powly Me and Abe Homecoming Court 4; Mixed Chorui 3, 4; 8 Baikelboll 2; A Football 3; 8 Foot-boll 2; Intramural 3; Student Council 3; Movie Operator 4; Flag Bearer 3; Men of Steel 4. Tron� ferred from St. Andrew School, 2. Ralph Douglas Quinney lri h Money i� my be� t friend. Why tpend it? Junior Bond 1; Senior Bond 2. 3, 4; Pep Bond 2, 3, 4; Boy ' Pep Bond 4; Melody Eight 3, 4j Eniemble 3, 4; Forensic 2; Intromurol 3, 4, Student Council 3; Scionco Club 2; Lunch program 1. Donald Carl Schmaling Donnie” “Old McSchmoling had a farm! Junior Bond 1; Senior Bond 2, 3, 4. Pep Band 2, 3, 4; Boy ' Pep Bond 4; Melody Eight 3. 4; Ensemble 3, 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 1; Movio Oper-otor 1, 2, 3, 4; Science Club 2; lunch program I; Ploy 4. Evelyn Lydia Schurman Evie Ray' coming home thl weekend. Girl ’ Glee Club 2, Mixed Chorut 4, Spotlight 2, 3; Forensic 2; Commercial Club 3, 4. Tran ferred from Dorien, Wi con in, 2. Ronald Austin Smith Ron Stordom it the way to o woman' heort. Homecoming King 4; Prom Court 1; Junior Band 1; Senior Bond 2, 3, 4; Melody Eight 3. 4. Solo 1, 2; En- emblo 2. 3, 4. Dramot Club 2. 3. Junior High Dramot 1; A Basketball 2, 3, 4; B Basketball 1; A Football 2. 3, 4 B Football I; Baseball 1, 2, 3. 4; Student Council 1, 2, 3; Science Club 1 Boy ’ State 3, Play 4; Motscd Bond 3, 4. John J. Peters Johnny Show me four wheel and I'll drive it. Hi-Y 4, A Football 4; Base-ball 4; Intramural 3, 4; Movie Operator 4; Men of Steel 4. Tron ferred from William Bay, Wi� con� in, 3. Marguerite Ann Schaab Morg She' from New York a w ought to know. She talk , folk , talks, wherever we go. Spotlight 4; Annual Staff 4; Dramot Club 4; G.A.A. 2, 3, 4; Ploy , 4. Tran� ferred from Tuckohoe, New York, 2. Peter Thomas Scholle Pete To be quiet i� to bo good, but it' owfully lonely being good. Senior Bond 3, 4; Pep Bond 3. 4; Boy ' Pep Bond 4; Melody Eight 4; Solo 3, 4; Ensemble 3j Spotlight 4; In-tramurol 2, 3. Trantferrrd from St. Andrew School, 2. Elaine Joyce Schwardt loiny She' the pilot for the Noon Rider Girl ' Glee Club 1. 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Annual Staff 4; G.A.A. 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3, 4. Jean Eleanor Soplanda Soopie A little girl with o lot of questions. Girl Glee Club I; Spotlight 3. Annuol Staff 4. G.A.A. I; Tri-Hi-Y 3; Librarian 2; Com-mercia Club 3, 4. ♦ Barbara Ann Steffanus Steff Never soen without o smile; but. goth, the couldn't wolk a mil ! Girls’ ole Club 2; Mixed Chorut 3; Ensemble 3; Spotlight 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 3. 4; Oromat Club 2, 3, 4; Forentict 2. 3, 4; Girls' State 3; D.A.R. Aword 4; Plays 2, 3. 4. Transferred from St. Andrew School, 2. Joan Mae Stevens Steve Hey, yo know whot hoppened? Homecoming Court 1; Prom Court 1; Girls' Gloe Club 3; Junior Bond lj Senior Bond 2, 3, 4; Pep Bond 3; Solo 2. 3, 4; Ensemble 1, 2, 3, 4; Spotlight 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Dramot Club 3, 4; For-ontict I, 2, 3, 4} A Cheerleader 1, 2. G.A.A. 1, 3. 4; Student Council 2. Clifford Wallace Verrill, Jr. Cliffie He seems to be quiet and shy, but he's quite a mischievous guy. Homecoming Court I, 3; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Baseball 4; Intramurals 1, 2, 3. 4; Flog Bearer 3; Massed Choir 4; Men’s Chorus 3. Uonna Rae Stevens Donna She's always teen in o certain black Ford. Girls' Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Annual Stoff 4; G.A.A. 1, 2, 3, 4, Commercial Club 3, 4. Stanley Gordon Sutton Stan Stan's business it picking up. Drama! Club 3; Hi-Y 4. A” Football 3, 4; 8 Football 1, 2; Baseball 2; Golf 4. Intramurolt 1, 2, 3, 4; Lunch program 2. Elfrieda Vriezen Frill Where there's a will there's a woy. I've got a will. Girls' Glee Club 1, 2. 3. Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Ensemble 3, 4; Drama! Club 2, 3; Forensics 2, 4; Librarian 1, 2; Office work I. Donna Mae Wendorf Wendorf Quiet, but oh myl Girls' Glee Club 1, 2; Mixed Chorut 3, 4; Ensemble 4; Spotlight 2, 3, 4; Annual Stoff 4; Dramot Club 4; Forensics 2; G.A.A. 1, 4; Commercial Club 3; Office work 3. - 16- Can I ou Jma ine Barb without Bobby. Donna Wendorf as a fat lady in a circus. Terry McCray with a girl. Ralph Quinney in a spending mood. Ron Smith without co-ordination. Marguerite as an introvert. Ronnie Gough without a trombone. Gay Honse with straight hair. Barb Steff as an A team cheerleader. Patty Jack without a smile. Sqirley without Squeila . Frank Jonuska with his eyes wide open. Elaine Schwardt without her car. Tom without Pat. Evie without her cast. Johnny Peters without a Toni. Barb Murphy in good voice. Stan Sutton as a great poet. Pritzie without an argument. Wally Gisske working at the National Tea. Jack Boutelle without brains. The lunch line without Katie. Jack Freund without his harem. DHS without the class of 54. The Numbskulls” without their keys. Carol Stevens without a cough drop. % Pete without red hair. Buddy Fenn without a woman. Scogge as a Democrat. Mjgf Ruthie without her lunches. - 17- Janice without a diet. Today marks the dedication of the new Dolavan High School. This Building is the product of the continuous efforts and inspiration of the class of '54 who has left its mark upon the minds of many. By the way. this is your on-the-spot reporter, Carol Stevens, relating the events of this day of days. Carol: As we come to our spacious auditorium, we find Superintendent Walter Pawly introducing the guest speaker. Scogge Doyle, senator from Wisconsin. Senator Doyle recently investigated the Schmaling-Quinney monopoly on farming in Wisconsin. What s this? A telegram has just been delivered. It's President Boutelle sending his regrets. He's in Washington—playing golf with Ex-President Eisenhower. The class of '54 is well represented today. Elfrieda Vriezen is busy untangling her five children from Donna Stevens throe. I wonder what it would be like if Elfrieda had brought her other seven along? I just caught sight of Shirley Milton. You remember, Shirley married Diamond Joe Jones. What's this Shirley is saying? Shirley: Too bad more of the old gang couldn't make the reunion. Fritz. I hear Kit Kenney was just promoted to major in the Marines, and Bob Bruce, the jet ace. is whirling around setting another world's record. Fritz: Oh? I just saw David Hume's new Colorvision picture starring Hopalong Gordon. Terry McCray is the art director and Barb Murphy is costumes mistress. This new picture is bound to win an Oscar . Shirley: Did you know Johnny Peters has four little boys? One's name is Toni. Carol: Let's browse through the building. At the top of the escalator and to your right is the English Department. Mr. Zoeller's successor. Richard Kozak, has recently written a book. How to Skip School Successfully. The new English textbook this year is I Go Pogo. written and edited by the renowned author. Ronnie Gough. Behind the smoke you see curling out of that room at the end of the corridor is Carol Morrison, the head of our Physics Department. Shirley: Oh say. did you hear that Ken Knack is now head of the Borg Corporation? They manufacture the clocks that Frank Jonuska and Jack Freund use in their 1979 Ponties. Fritz: This must be the nurse's room. I hear that Diana Eaton is a huge success as a nurse—she gives everyone an aspirin. Carol: Do you see that cubby hole at the far left? That's Barb Steff's office. She did such a bang up job in 1954 that she was hired as permanent editor of the Comet. Shirley: I hear EJaine Schwardt is making a hit as the new school bus driver. Fritz: Our classmates have certainly accomplished things. Janice Kroll, Joy Kovarik. and Shirley Beyritz are the sensational dancing trio. Shirley: Yes. and the Red Devils have a rival now—Bob Dickman's football team. It's won the state championship ten years in a row. (J. Edward Cantwell, head of the F.B.I., will have to look into this.) Stan Sutton is another D.H.S. athlete who made good. He's playing tackle for the Los Angeles Rams. Fritz: What ever happened to Ron Smith? - 18- Shirley: Oh. his jazz bond is still burning it up at the 'Blue Note' in Chicago. You know. Pete’s still drumming with him. Fritz: Did you hear that Katie is making her debut at the Mot next month? The critics ore singing her praises as they are Jerry Eaton's. who's starring for his 103rd week on Broadway. Donna Wendorf. a new M.G.M. discovery, has topped Audrey Hepburn's box office rating. Carol: This gloaming room of stainless steel is our new cafeteria manned by the chefs. Jeon Dorsey and Ginger Moser, with Jean Soplanda as the chief food inspector. An automatic ticket taker, troy discharger, and feeder hove given the girls a real boost. Shirley: Speaking of edibles, Plewe’s has a rival in Dick Flahive and Gay Honse. They are well-known for their speciality -the Flahive-Honseburgers . Carol: Turning to the fashion world. Paris has claimed our designer. Ruth Anne. I hear Morgy Schaab is the model most in demand. Fritz: Have you seen the new version of the Ziegfeld Follies produced by Buddy Fenn and Wally Gisske? It's said to have the longest chorus line in the business, starring Pot Jackson. Joan Stevens, and Dodie Parsons. And speaking of entertainment. I hear Dick Mosiman is devastating in his Scotch act. Those kilts! Shirley: What about the rest of the kids? Fritz: Well, Cliff Verrill owns Murphy and O'Neill's now: and Tom Murphy is manufacturing a new light, plastic bassoon. It's much easier to carry. Shirley: Let's peek in at the recreation room which is under the direction of Evie Schurman. They hove a new T.V. set donoted by P.T.A. president. Barb Bahr. Carol: Looking at this terrific, modern school, this old reporter wishes she were back. Well, on second thought—Anyway. I just hope these kids have half the fun that we hod bock in 1954. - 19- SopKo'xoet TV .c 7 3rd Row- R Krueger, D. Morgan, J. Ivervon. D. Schronuki, J. Porte'. R Cotalonello, R. Auguit, R. Schuott, B. Reeb. 2nd Row: B. Joppa, J. Hurdit, M. E. McSweeney. A. Milligan, M. Fleming. S Mohni. M Jonrt, S. Scott. Ut Row: N. Shiller, P. Blodgett, E. Sanchex. N. Boufelle. C. Arenx. E. Shepard, H. Wilton, A. Torrengo. union 3rd Row: P. Keenon. L Gauger. C. Hull. I. Doloney, D. leltxke, D. Sinccro, 8 Monnoborg, J. Bell, T. Slovin. D. Goff. 2nd Row: 0. August, G. Folken. B. Haock. B. Bruce. A. Zimmermon. N. Moore, N. Hammcrttrom. E. Thorpe. P. Boon. B. Sw.nder. 1� t Row: P. Lyon� . $. Wongerin, M. J. O'Brien, J. D. Douglot. W. Gordon, E. Wilkint. J. Boivler. N. Boihow. -22. 3rd Row: 2nd Row: 1� t Row: 0. Hiemitro. D. Hortfhemke. J. Peter . G. lobdell, L Flilcroft. 0. Edward . R. Vick, S. Bradford, J. leitxke, F. Denniton, T. Korboth, E. Wetterberg, D. York, T. Montwna, R. Jacobton. G. Monttmo. A. Zok, D. Holden. J. Gerharx, S. Wilt, J. Sweeney. T. Kontt. O. Rhyner. 0. Keiner. R. Brut . C. Hewitt, B. W.lton, R. Schumacher. Y. Von Acker, ). Schilx. N. Gronl, R. Dari . V. Kohler. L Phillip , B. Kenney, J. Knickerbocker, G. McSorlcy. S. 0 borne, S. Edward . Sophomores 4th Row: B. William . K. Kraute, G. Van Dyken, B. Fi chbach. N. McCray, K. Ceman, N. Flood, D. Moack, P. Reader, J. Salem, E. Sumo, B. Kittleton, H. leRette. 3rd Row: I. Forntworlh, E. lundberg. F. Wormey, C. Sinard, J. Volpe, D. Oeloney, G. Sfevont, B. Andorton. J. Watt , B. Grantee, M. Smith, D. Bruce. K. Ru� dal, G. Ackerman. 2nd Row: C. Crone, K. McSweeney, A. Keyrer, B. Tully, S. Srenton, M. lee, R. Scott, N. Bole , J. Ekdahl, M. Utter, J. Johnton, D. Mclornon. 1 1 Row: C. Hanten, J. Dueiterbeck, 0. Schiller, A. Ryon, J. Hoak, K. Morritty, J. Kozok, P. Scholle, J. Mink, K. Greer, G. Benton, A. Kirkpatrick. -23- 3rd Row E. Kelsey. C. Bowler, S. Mohns, F. McClellon. 0. Porter. D. Bell, E. McGlode, J. DuBois. J. Willioms. B. liddle, C. Moyer. J. Gordon. G. Brown. 2nd Row; P. Storin, C. McKibben, B. Roe, S. Nosh. B. Schromski, N. Kuester. N. Moynord, R. Conrod, R. Willioms, T. leitike. 1,1 Rowi E. Bokko. S. Jone� , B. Joppo, K. Teubert. D. Klug. R. lorsen. 0. Severson, S. Reader. P. Freund, P. Kastner, S. Nelson, H. Brown 3 re si men 3rd Row; W. Borucki, I. Nordstrom. 0. Stevens. J. Seising, t. Beresh, B love, C. Berg, G. Klowes, D. Coin, R. Williams, P. Moyer. B. Tor-renga, I. Dees, M. Moody, L Anderson, J. Milton. 2nd Row: A. Sorg, J. Groves. M. Walker. P. Fogon, C. Uher, S. B.odhogen, D. Gibson. E. O'Neil. D. Turner. E. Mueller. H. -Wilcox. W. Sundberg, K. Corey. _ 1st Row: R. Meyers, J. Brown, D. Kline. M. lond, D. 8rown. E. Schmaling, K. Sonchos. L lucches., K. Cummings. A. Slock. K. Madison. C. Hendrickson, C. Vick, D. Derka. -24- ddicjlitli Cjrade Seventh Circuit 4fh Row: L Peters, C. Shermon. R. Votow, G. Rceb, 0. Schumacher, D. Sargent, J. Murphy, M. Zornstorff, J. Ludwig, A. Jehn-ion, R. Wright, T. Yirek. D. Wright, C. Edward . 3rd Row; 0. Kucker, M. Will� am� , J. William , C. Wangerin, J. Littlefield, B. McQuolity, J. McGee, J. Bahr, N. Bruce, 0. W n-lei. A. Curry, N. Boutelle, L. Hei � . 2nd Row: C. Craig, P. Strong, W. Grotke, R. Olsen, O. Peter , J. Bo � , E. Hallett, B. Milligon. B. Louterboch. R. Bonsai!, T. Berkompo , D. Steven . 1st Row-. J. McCullough, D. Anderton, M. Hortthemke, J. McCord, K. Sliker, M. Holden. P. Mclernon, B. Rockwell. S. Beyritx. B. Klevin. 4th Row: 3rd Row: 2nd Row: ISt Row: E. Siert, N. Yoke , J. Blake, N. Teubert, 0. Mol ch, D. Kenney, M. Hetxol, J Schramski, D. Reeb, D. Scully, D Tollman, L. Quost, T. Roe, J. Borucki, W. lipp . C. Davi , 0 Farnsworth. B. Johnson, G. McCord. W. Van Oe Bogert, G. Douglas, A. Sturtevont. E. Par on� , H Bell, C. Gollogher, J. Pol-motier, A. Honse, G. LindloH, C. Gregg. C. Peter , 8. lee. B. Bere� h, D. Willard J. Weiterberg. J. Micklevitx. R Schumacher, E. Scholl, J. Neimanus, J. leitzke, S. Bonion, D. Swender. L Smith. J. Grant, D. Kroll. D. Hallett. E. Bli � . S. Cohord, J. Goff. J. Sundberg. A. Gibson, M. Hollister, I. Kindlespoiker, B. Youmans, M. Coin, W. Roimer, D. Johnson, J. Folmon, J. Smith. J. Mutser, P O'Connor, B. Meyer. P. Sheohen, J. Hoffmon. SEPTEMBER 53- ’54 (calendar Sept. 8: The door of DHS opened to many new facet ond all u of' faithful . Going to work for straight A'� this year. Sept. Ill Got off to a busy itart by nominating clot officer today. Sept. 18: Elected claw officer for the coming year. In a very lively assembly the ttudent body chose our cheerleoder . The Comot begon the football season victoriauily—Walworth felled by a tcore of 27-6. Sept. 25: Burlington defeated by the Comet . The core wa 27-6. The fre hmen and tophomoret demonitroted the ort of cheering at the annual cheering contett sponsored by the eighth grade. Sst-boom-ahhhh! OCTOBER Oct. 2. The Comet played at Wilmot to the tune of an 18-0 victory. Oct. 3: My, what a stunning patch you are wearing! The occasion is the novel Potch Dance with the Junior Girls' Guidonce Clos in charge. Original patch prize went to Gay Honse and Donna Schiller. Oct. 9: Homecoming with Eost Troy. Parade in the afternoon with the sophomore winning the fir� t prize in the be� t float conte� t. A spirited football game—the Comets won by a tcore of 33-d. Oct. 10: Homecoming Danco. A hoppy group sow Ron Smith ond Janice Kroll reign as Homecoming King ond Queen. Janice's court included Eidola Parsons. Eleonor Sanchez. Kathleen Morritty, ond Patricia Freund. Oct. 16: We conquered Elkhorn, 13-0 Oct. 23: The Lake Geneva gome. And with that rainy evening come our first defeat. The score was 19-2. Oct. 30: Woodwind sections of the bond ottended a clinic in Elkhorn. Played Mukwonogo today. Victory wo theirs with the score. 20-14. NOVEMBER Nov. 4: Whitewater vs. Delavan. Lott our last football gome by a score of 27-6. The coach ond team deserve thonkt for such commendable playing. We're proud fo be from DHS. Another kind of lo� s for some of us Delovanites. Report card doy. Did you get o pair of A's? Must study harder next quortor. Nov. 5, 6: Teachers' Convention—Vocation of lost! Nov. lit Armistice Day program in the newly decoratod auditorium. Nov. 13: Sadie Howkins Dance sponsored by the juniors. We oil donned our Daisy Mae ond li'l Abner costumot. Barb Anderson ond Dave Sincere took first honors; Little Girl Sandra Mohns and Little Boy Bill Reeb were judged the best dressed couple. Nov. 20: Our basketball five beat Salem Central 88-52 in the first game of tho season. Nov. 24: Scored another bosketboll victory—over Burlington, 70-44. Nov. 26, 27: Wheel Thanksgiving vacation. Can't wait to nibble on that turkey drumstick. DECEMBER Dec. 2: All the world's a stage . . Had our one-act play contest. The student body enjoyed The Monkey's Paw , I'm a Fool , and The Hoppy Journey . Dec. 4. The Comet scored a 74-34 victory over Wilmot. Dec. 8: We beat the State School, 64-38. Dec. 10: Senior Guidonce night at Loke Genova. Dec. 11: An exciting game with Eost Troy—Ron Smith set o scoring record, 44 points. Dec. 15: Choir's annual Christmas Concert. Under Mrs. James Crummey's direction o pleasant evening of religious and secular Christmas songs was enjoyed. Dec. 18: The Band thrilled us with their Christmas Concert. We beat Elkhorn with the now famous DHS stall. In Santa’s honor no school until Jon. 4, 1954. Happy Christmas. Dec. 31: New Year's Eve. Enough said. JANUARY Jon. 4: Back to the three R's again. How quickly tho days flew by. Jan. 8: Color Doy hod u oil weoring gold ond blue, happy to be from DHS even though the evening saw us lose a bosketboll game to Lake Genevo. The score was 83-65. Jan. 9: Still celebrating the holiday season with a sophomore sponsored Christmos Dance—belated, but loads of fun. Jon. 15: The Comet beat Mukwonogo. 56-50. Jan. 18-19: Exams. If I’d only poid more attention in class . . . Jan. 22: Report cards. And I studied, too. Jan. 23: March of Dimes program. Eddie Suma won tho Talent Contest. Jan. 26: Our boy were victors over Burlington by a scoro of 44-41. Jon. 29. Keep it up Comets. Wilmot downed, 59-55. FEBRUARY Feb. 1: Massed Band Concert of Wilmot. Impressive sight as well as fine music. Feb. 3: Say cheese, look ot the comcra. Annual pictures token. Feb. 5: Win or lose, basketball is great sport. Eost Troy won a 70-59 decision over the Comets. Feb. 13: Will you be my valentine? Freshmen put on the Volentine Dance. Feb. 19: Another Teachers' Convention. How we love them! Feb. 24: Sport spectode of the ycor—DHS faculty v . thot of East Troy. We won, 67-65. Feb. 26: D Club pep meeting—we lost o heartbreaker to Whitewater, 62-60. Annuol Staff Mixer. ’33-’34 C afendar MARCH MAY Morch I: Mowed Choir Concert ol Union Grove. Just wonderful. Morch 2: G.A.A. told coin purtet ond Student Council, Comet Booster Buttont. Forensic Contest. I'd like to go over my selection o few more times. Morch 4, 7i Basketboll tournament ot Beloit. Kenosho ond Elkhorn won hard-fought gomes. Morch 5: Bond pep meeting with Bleacher Boogie . Morch 6: Band ployed ot Tournoment. March 10: Lucky forensic winners went on to Wilmot contest. Morch 15: local solo-ensemble contost tonight. let's practice. Morch 16: The seniors trounced the underclassmen in their annual basketboll game. Morch 17: Top of the Mornin’ to you. March 26: Here they ore ogoin—report cords. Oh. Dod won't like these morks. March 27: Forensic contest ot Fort Atkinson. The excellent interpretations ond expressions kept the judges listening. APRIL April 1: No school todoy—April Fool. April 3: Solo and Ensemble Contest ot Whitewater. Whot o busy doyl April 5: We finally hod an assembly. The McGregors performed. April 7: Heard wailing in the nurse's office? Vaccinations again. April 8: Whitewoler Senior Day. Seniors interested in Whitewater had a chance to osk questions. April 9: Music in the air—the Band Concert April 10: State Forensic Contest. April 9-18: Easter Vacation. Ah. sweet idleness! April 19: Back to classes. It's hard to concentrate when the weather is so ideal. April 27: Home Economics style show. It wos just wonderful. April 29: East Troy baseball gome at East Troy. April 30; Senior Class Ploy. Broadwoy, here our seniors come. -27- Moy 3: Students let the teachers rest while they look over the school. Never reolized all the work involved. Moy 4: Miss Moldenhouer's first DHS choir concert. May 6: Ployed at Elkhorn. May 7: The Junior Prom at lake lawn. Paradise isle was the dreamy theme. May 8: Musk festivol ot Whitewater. May 10: Played ot lake Genevo. Moy 13: Mukwonogo game. Another assembly. This time it's Vol Lauder. Moy 15: State solo ond ensemble contest. May 20: Ployed ot Whitewater. May 23: Baccalaureate—these last days ore flying by. JUNE June 2: Graduation! No longer a port of DHS. I feci very much like crying. June 5: The last report cords for 1953-54 ond the last day of a wonderful school yeor. We'll moke you proud of us, Delavon High School. 4th Row: E. Sumo. P. Scholle. Mr. Arnold, S. Osborne, D. Bruce, J. Porter, S. Mohnt. J. Knickerbocker, 0. Mclcrnon, B Joppa, C. Bottler. 3rd Row: J. Mink, A. Ryan, G- MeSorley, J. Ekdahl, D. Maack, D. Kozak, B. Swonder, C. MeKibben, J. Boutelle, P. Rentier. C. Berg, E. Wetferberg, C. Honten, R. Scott, A. Kirkpatrick, J. Salem. G. VonDykcn, B Fitchbach. B. Reeb, B. William . D. Motimon, D. Porter, R. Gough, R. Smith. 2nd Row: S. Sventon, B. Kenney, J. Duetterbcck, C. Vick, J. Leitzke, N. Bolet, M. Jonct, D. Delaney. G. Stevens, J. Wafti, R. Quinney. J. Hurdlt, A. Milligan, D. Schmaling. lit Row: M. Uttor, G. Benton, N Bothow, S Wangerin, P. Schollo. C. Stovent, J. Johnton, E Wilkin , M. Fleming, N Bcu-telle, B. Grontee, J. Stcvon . Senior CBand Under the direction of Mr. Roger Arnold, the Senior Band had a highly tuccettful yeor performing at football game , pretenting concert at Chritfmo and at the Walworth County Fair. In addition there were the Solo and Entomble Conte !, the Spring Fettival ol Whitewater, and the Memorial Day celebrotion . Along with sixty other high tchool bands, the Senior Band participated in the American legion May firit parade. Senator Wiley and McCarthy were gueit tpeoker . The band officer ore: Pete Scholle. president; Bob Swender, vice-president; and Gail Stevent, secretory-treoturer; Nortcy Boutelle. band librarian; Esther Wilkin , assistant librarian.- Don Schmoling ond Ralph Quinney, uniform custodian . J. Porter, N. Bashaw, J. Doetlerbeck, R. Quinney. A Milligon, A. Ryon. J. leilxke. N Bole . S. Svon� on, J. Boutelle. C Mc-Kibben, B. Swender. A. K.rkpotrick, R Gough, M Fleming. B. Reeb. S. Mohn . N Boutelle. P. Scholle. E. Wilkin., M. Jones, D. Schmaling. J. Porter. R. Quinnoy. J. leitiko. J. Boutcllc. B. Swender, R. D. Mcleroon, J. Porter, D. Bruce. S. Oiborne, J. Knickerbocker. Gough, B. Reeb, P. Scholle, 0. Schmoling. -31 - 4th Row: K. Sanchez. L� . Severson, I. Smith. Mr. Arnold, P. Storin, 0. Slovens, A. Curry, K. Cummings, 0. Hollell. 3rd Row: N. Yokes, N. Davit, D. Dorka, B. Meyer, P. Mclornon, M. Horsihemke, C. Uher, B. lauterboch, D. Swendor, E. Scholl, D. Johnson, J. Sotting, E. Koltoy, P. Fogon, D. Willard, C. Gregg, M. loo. W. lippt, N. Teubert, D. Kroll, J. Mormon, D. Tollman, T. Roe. D. Farmworth, B. Torrenga, D. Maltch. J. Murphy. 8. loo. E Siert, X. Teubert, E. Blitt. 2nd Row: D. Kline, I. luccheti, 0. Scully, R. larsen, D. Reob, J. Borucki, B. Johnson, D. Sargent, I Heist, J. Lodwig, K. Modi- ton, J. Williams, J. Blake, G. McCord, T. Berkompat, E. Schmaling. Itt Row. J. Littlefield. C. Wangorin, B. Milligan, T. Yirek. P. Konnoy, W. Roimer, J. Weitorberg, N. Bruce, A. Slack, N. Boutelle, S. Cohord, L Kindlotporkor, P. Freund, D. Kucker, J. Bohr. junior MR. ARNOLD The Junior Band is comprised of Junior High Students. This year they marched in the Homecoming and Memorial Day parades, and in the parade at the Whitewater Festival. The highlight of their year came when they lead the Halloween parade. Members of the band also participated in the Solo and Ensemble Contest at Whitewater, April third. The drum major is Donald Stevens; Ann Curry and Pat Starin are the majorettes; Donna Scully and Diana Reeb, uniform custodians; Judy Bahr and Diane Kucker, librarians. -32- 4th Row: J. Dorsoy, B. Steffonui. B Fitchbuch, J. Solcm, D Porlar. B. Mannoberg. D. Maoek, E. Wi� j� ofbo g. W. Gissku, F. Wormoy. D. Sincere, J. Poifor. P. Scholl , N Hommetilrom, M. Smith. M. J O'BrUn. 3rd Row: B. Bohr, J. Kroll, K. Kolsey. C Stcvons, 0. Wondorf, K. McSwcenny, G. Sloven . M. Schoob. K. Ruidal. 8. Gronvee, D. Delaney. R. Scott, J. Johnton, G Ackerman, D Bruce. M. Utter, R Catalanello, B. Haock, 2nd Row: R. McCommoni, S. Beyritx, J. Dueitorbeck, 0. Schiller, N. Kuesfer, P. Storm, $. Nelson, P Kastner. C. McKibben. S. Noth, S. Mohm, S. Oiborne, G. McSorley. i Knickerbocker, M Jonci, B. KittIe on. lit Row: P. Jockton, R. Davit, V, Kohler, E. Kvliey, D Turner, K. Greer, A Milligan, J. Mink. P Schollr, N Schiller, G. Benton, D. Mclernon, Mr. Zoellor. Seated: C. Hanson, B. Joppa, K. Tcuberi, D. Severson, L. Phillips, V. Moser, N. Bothaw. N. Boutelle. All the world's a stage and the members of the Dramat Club are the players. Under the direction of Mr. Joseph Zoeller the club enjoyed a very successful year. Heading the club this year were Carol Stevens, president; Ann Milligan, vice-president; and Jack Porter, secretary-treasurer. During the fall season, the members scurried about memorizing lines, building sets, collecting properties and costumes, and rehearsing for the three one-act plays which were presented in December. Forensics was next on the agenda. Winners of the local contest, hold on March third, were Gail Stevens, Pat Scholle, Nancy Kuester, Katie Kelsey, serious declamations; Loretta Phillips, Marilyn Utter, Jim Salem, Eugene Westerberg, humorous declamations; Pat Kenney, Ed Swets, Frank Warmey, Ron Jacobson, four-minute speaking; Ann Milligan, Donna Schiller, Bill Haack, Neil Hammerstrom, non-original oratory; Barbara Steffanus. original oratory; Cathy McKibben, Bob Mannaberg, Jack Porter, extemporaneous reading; Carol Stevens, Elfrieda Vriezen, Dave Sincere, extemporaneous speaking. Victors at the league contest in Wilmot were Gail Stevens. Nancy Kuester, Katie Kelsey, Loretta Phillips. Jim Salem, Eugene Westerberg, Frank Warmey, Ann Milligan. Donna Schiller, Bill Haack, Barbara Steffanus, Cathy McKibben, and Jack Porter. The next hurdle—the regional contest at Fort Atkinson—was cleared with top honors by Gail Stevens, Jim Salem. Eugene Westerberg, Frank Warmey, and Jack Porter. These students advanced to the state contest at Madison, where Gail Stevens received an A rating. -33- ree O, ne -_Act PicI 3 THE HAPPY JOURNEY Thu Happy Journey is a charming ploy depicting the events encountered as the Kirbys moke on automobile trip from Newark to Comdon, New Jersey to visit relatives. Mother's back seot driving, patient father, brother tooting sister are just o few incidents which occur during this enjoyable excursion. CAST Stoge Monoger ....... Ron Smith Pa Kirby Fronk Warmey Mo Kirby ......... Borb Steffanus Caroline Noncy Kuester Arthur .............. David Turner fteuloh _ . Shirley Beyritx Student Director Morg Schaab Prompter ...Sorb Bahr THE MONKEY S PAW The theme ©f this serious ploy centers around a monkey's pow which grants any wish its owners might hove, but In o most unusual and undesirable way. The suspense builds up to o thrilling climax as the characters realise that . this Midas touch is only bringing greater unhappiness to them. The Monkey's Pow wos chosen to be presented in the exchange program at Lake Geneva. Pother------------- Mother Herbert .........—— The Sergeonf Major Mr. Sampson ...... Student Director Prompter ....... -- CAST Bill Haock Gail Stevens _____ -Pete Scholia Bob Monnobcr g Ralph Catalonello .. Joan Dorsey ... Money Boutelle I'M A FOOL In this delightful comedy. George, a country boy, becomes romantically involved as he tries to impress a pretty girl. After waiting In vain for her. he comes to the conclusion that he has ployed the fool. CAST George Neil Hammer strom Mother ----------- Ruth McCommons Mildred ........... Kathy Greer The Dude ........... Dave Sincere Burt Jim Salem Wilbur Jack Porter Lucy ....... -..... Mary Jo O'Brien Elinor Pat Scholle Student Director---.... Joan Stevens Prompter ........... Gail Ackerman 34. R. Koxok, J. Kroll, J. Eaton, D. Moiimon, J. St event, R. Smith. S. Beyritx. R. McCommom, 0. Mo� iman, J. Steven , J. Freund. Senior a as S FATHER OF THE BRIDE — CAST — Mr. Banks ... .. Jack Freund Mrs. Banks ... .... .... Ruth Anne McCommons Kay Banks Joan Stevens Ben Banks Jerry Eaton Tommy Banks Dick Mosiman Buckley Dunstan Ron Smith Burz Taylor.................................... Dick Kozak Peggy Swift .... ........................... Janice Kroll Delilah Shirley Beyritx Miss Bellamy .................... ... Virginia Moser Mr. Massoula .............................. Don Schmaling Joe Jack Boutelle Mrs. Pulitzki ... Barbara Steffanus Mr. Zoeller, Director 2nd Row; J. Boutelle. J. Steven , R. Smith, J. Kroll, J. Eaton, S. Beyritx, J. Freund, R McCommon . lit Row. D. Schmaling, D. Koiok, D. Moiiman. G. Mo er. J. Eaton, J. Freund. J. Boutelle, D. Schmaling. 35- 4th Row: B. Dickmon, G. Klawos, D. August, N. Hammorttrom, 0 loitxke, E. Thorpo, B. Monnaberg, J. Bell. 3rd Row: J. Volpc, H. Wilton, E. Shepard, C. Arenx, A. Torrengo, D. Eaton, J. Kovorik. 2nd Row: R. Davit, S. Reader, D. Schiller, S. Nelton, V. Moter, P. Lyons. 1 tt Row: P. Jackton, J. Hook, S. Milton, J. Koxak, N. Kuester. WuJ oruA N. Schiller, S. Beyrilz. B. Bohr, Mitt Moldonhaucr. The Choir pretentod itt Chrittmai concert undor the direction ol Mrt. Jamet Crummey. Thero wat a pleating mixture of religiout ond popular songs at thii annual event. During the tecond temester the Choir wat directed by Mitt Nanci Moldenhauer. She organized the lovely Spring Concert with the Glee Club, Chorut, and Seventh Grade Chorut performing. Othor highlight! of the year were the Motted Choir at Union Grove, and the White-water Mutic Fettivol with Juonito Volpc going to Stole with her toprano volo. At an attembly in honor of the Eotter seaton the Choir sang several number! including the Negro spiritual, Were You Thore and “An Easter legend by Ttchai-kowsky. The Choir officert are: Barb Bahr, president; Shirley Beyritx. vice-president, Nancy Schillor, socrotory-troosur-or; Phyllit lyont, robe mittress; and Ernest Thorpe, robo m otter. -36 4th Row: W. Powly, C. Verrill, D. Sincore. F. McClellan. J. Porter. R. Cotolanello. J. Milton, N. Maynord, 0. Turner. 3rd Row: K. Ruidal, G. Ackermon. M. Smith, D. Wendorf, E. Schurmon, E. Schwordt, E. Pononi, C. Morriion, V. Kohler. 2nd Row: K. Kelley, E. Vriezen, B. Murphy, S. Scott, 0. Slevem, K. Greer. P. Koitner. G. McSorley, A. Kirkpotrick. lit Rows J. Doriey, K. McSwceney, S. Noih, M. Utter. J. Kroll, 8. Bohr, S. Beyritz. N. Schiller, G. Benion. WuJ orud MASSED CHOIR DELEGATES 3rd Row: B. Monnaberg, D. Sincere. C. Verrill, J. Porter, F. McClellan, R. Catalanello. 2nd Row: M. Smith, S. Beyritz. J. Kroll. Seated: K. McSweeney, K. Keliey. -37. Standing: N. Bou telle, E. Shepard, D. Eaton, 0. Stevens, E. Schwardt, M. McSweeney, J. Hurdis, E. Sanchez, P. Blodgett, E. Schurmon, E. Parsons. Seated: B. Joppa. J. Bossier, J. Soplanda, V. Moser, S- Milton, Miss Jacobson, J. Kovorik. ommercia B. Swender, J. Porter, R. Gough, R. Quinney, J. Salem, P. Schollo, 0. Schmaling, R. Smith. -38- Standing: M Utter, a i tant editor, N. Boihow, a i t-ant buiinet monoger. Seated: N, Schiller, editor; Mi Hohn, adviser, J. Stevens, business manager. Spo tficjht Editor .................... Nancy Schiller Assistant Editor Marilyn Utter Business Manager Joan Stevens Assistant Business Manager Nancy Bashaw Features Barb Bahr, Donna Schiller, Gail Ackerman, Kathy Greer, Mary Jo O'Brien, Kate Morrissy, Marilyn Utter, Germaine Benson, Barbara Anderson News Barbara Steffanus, Nancy Bashaw, Judy Mink, Pat Jackson, Bob Mannaberg, Pat Blodgett, Eleanor Sanchez, Shirley Beyritz, Carol Stevens, Kay McSweeney, Marguerite Schaab, Donna Wendorf, Janice Kroll, Mimi Smith, Sandra Mohns Make-Up Nancy Boutelle, Sandra Mohns, Nancy Bashaw, Esther Wilkins, Helen Wilson, Donna Wendorf Sports Bob Kittleson, Jim Salem G.A.A. News Jean Dorsey Junior High News Pat Kastner, Sandra Nelson Music ............................ Janice Kroll Art Jessie Bassler, Nancy Voss, Ralph Catalanello Adviser ............................ Miss Hahn K. Morriuy, B. Anderton, B. Bohr, E. Sanchez, S. Nel� on, M. O'Brien, G. Ben� on, M. Utter, P. Koitner. N. Boihow, S. Mohn� , E. Wilkin , H. Wilion. B. Steffonu . 0. Wendorf, $. Beyriti. M. Schaab, J. Mink, C. Steven , N. Ba haw, K. McSweeney. -39- Mr. Browne C. Verrill F. Jonuska T. Murphy N. Hammerstrom P. Keenan W. Pawly, J. Cantwell J. Peters G. Honse, T. Slavin J. Freund K. Knack, D. Kenney 3rd Row: 8. Recb, 0. leitxke, P. Scholia. B. Kittleson, 8. Morphy. J. Kovorik, J. Dorsey. J. Kroll. D. Wendorf. K. Kelsey. 2nd Row. J. Porfer. N. Bashaw. J. Soplanda. S. Millon, D. Stevens. E. Schwordt. J. Bossier. 8. Bohr, S. Beyritx, N. Schiller. P. Jackson. R. A. McCommons. Sooted: A. Milligan, C. Stcvons, 8. Stelfonus. S. Mohns, Miss Forrestol. nnua ( Staff A Milligan, assistant business manager; B. Steffonus, editor; C. Stevens, business manager; $. Mohns. assistant editor. -41 . P. Freund. E. Parsons J. Kroll, E. Sanchez. K. Morrissy. me coming Come you back, come you back to D.H.S. On Friday, October ninth, alums and students crowded Walworth Avenue to watch the parade of floats—the traditional opener for the Homecoming festivities. The Sophomores won first place with their clever argyle sock and slogan, Ar'guy'les Will Win. The Choir took second, and the Eighth Grade third place. The snake-dance was led by the Junior Band through the town and down to the bonfire where the pep rally was held. In the evening, fans cheered the Comets on to a 33-6 victory over East Troy. During halftime acting Captain Tom Murphy crowned Janice Kroll queen. Saturday evening brought a lovely climax to the I9S4 Homecoming with the dance, sponsored by the Seniors. The highlight was the crowning of the royal pair—Janice Kroll and Ron Smith. Sophomore first placo Choir second place Eighth Grade third place -44- junior f- rom The charm and enchantment of Paradise Isle thrilled the students who danced to Don Scott's orchestrations at the 1954 Junior Prom. Lake Lawn was the scene of this gala social event on May seventh. King Allan Zimmerman and Queen Wilma Gordon reigned on a throne fashioned as a large sea shell. Their domain was a ballroom featuring tropical flowers, palm trees, and sea shells. All inhabitants enjoyed their short visit to Paradise Isle. .45- WE HAVE FA 11 r I 1NTHE COACH «� Tf fth 3rd Row: Mr. Radtke, R Smith, P. Reader, 0. Goff. N. Flood, L. Delaney, L Gauger, J. Bell, J. Boutello, Mr. Zimmerman. 2nd Row: T. Murphy, E. Suma, D. Sincere, S. Sutton, B. Fiichbach, A. Zimmermon, D. Hume, 8. Mannaberg, G. Folker� , B. Dickman. )� t Row: K. Cemon, 0. loitxkc, R. Krueger, B. Haack, J. Solem, J. Peter , B. William}. “Jl ” Delavan High School football team, with Coaches Wallace Zimmerman and Claude Radtke at the helm, tied for third place in the Southern Lakes League with a 4-3 conference record. At the end of the season. Jack Boutello was chosen captain by his classmates. Both Jack Boutelle and Ron Smith were selected for the first team of the Southern Lakes All-Conference, while Bob Dickman was picked for the second team. Despite the loss of many 1953 soniors, the boys developed into a strong, united, fighting group of players. The student body has reason to be proud of the competence of the players and the excellence of the coaches. SCORES: Delavan 27 — Walworth 6 (non onforonco gome) Delavan 27 — Burlington 6 Delavan 18 — Wilmot 0 Delavan 6 Delavan 13 — Elkhorn 0 Delavan 2 — Lake Geneva 19 Delavan 14 — Mukwonago 20 Delavan 6 — Whitewater 27 -48 - 3rd Row; D. Cain, J. Gordon, C. Moyer. B. liddle, R. William , I Seebor, P. Moyer, J. Williom . Mr. Dixon. 2nd Row; D. Sloven , L. Be� e� h, C. Borg, D. Portor, B. Torrongo, I. Dee . B Kittleion. S. Bradford. D. Boll. 1 1 Row: S. Mohn . C. Bo � lor. E. Mueller, P. Fagan, J. Soiling, F. McClellan, D. Koincr. R. Bruco, I. Nord� trom. Coach Lauren Dixon's B team ended the season with an impressive 4-3 record. This year B teamers received numeral awards instead of letters. The numerals designated the year each boy would graduate. This was done so that A and B team members could easily be distinguished when wearing their awards. SCORES Delavan 20 — Burlington 0 Delavan 6 — State School 7 Delavan 26 — Whitewater 0 Delavan 19 — Walworth 34 Delavan 9 — Elkhorn 6 Delavan 12 — Lake Geneva 6 Delavan 7 — Mukwonago 8 -49- Standing: D. Kenney. P. Reader, 0. Flahivo. W. Schultz. B. Williams, I. Gauger, R. Doyle, J. Fenn. Seated: D. Horsthemke, J. Salem, N. Flood, R. Bruce, R. Smith, B. Dkkmon. The Delavan A team demonstrated notable strength on the basketball court during the 1953-54 season. With excellent individual shooting, the squad had a successful record of 14 wins and 6 losses. The Comets placed second in the Southern Lakes League. At the tournament in Beloit, unfortunately the team lost to Kenosha and Elkhorn. Bob Dickman was the team's honorary captain. SCORES Delavan 88 — Salem Central 52 Delavan 70 — Burlington 44 Delavan 74 — Wilmot 34 Delavan ... 64 — State School 38 Delavan .... ... 91 — East Troy 50 Delavan ... 50 — Elkhorn 42 Delavan 65 — Lake Geneva 83 Delavan ... ... ... 56 — Mukwonago 50 Delavan 90 — State School 58 Delavan 72 — Whitewater 65 Delavan 44 — Burlington 41 Delavan 59 — Wilmot ........................... 55 Delavan 70 — East Troy 59 Delavan ... 82 — Salem Central . 55 Delavan ..... ... 75 — Elkhorn ... 76 Delavan ... ... 67 — Lake Geneva 83 Delavan 78 — Mukwonago 64 Delavan 60 — Whitewater 62 Delavan.......................... 62 — Kenosha ... 77 Delavan 63 — Elkhorn 72 -50- Standing: L. Bcrojh, F. McClellan, F. Dcnniion, J, Williomt, B. Kittlmon, D. Turner, H. Wilcox. Seated: C. Berg, S. Mohni, P. Keenan, E. Sumo, D. Porter, J. Bell, D. Boll. $a$belba(l “ 3 ” Coach Claude Radtke's B team played resolutely throughout the 1953-54 season, chalking up a won 7—lost 11 record. The boys exhibited remarkable teamwork and displayed fine potential for future basketball games. Oelavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan Delavan SCORES 73 — Salem Central 14 56 — Burlington 44 27 — Wilmot 29 42 — State School ..................... 54 56 — East Troy 32 39 — Elkhorn 60 29 — Lake Geneva 51 29 — Mukwonago 44 .31 — State School 34 37 — Whitewater 38 45 — Burlington .. 47 .. 33 — Wilmot ........................ 38 43 — East Troy 41 .. 49 — Salem Central 42 39 — Elkhorn 49 56 — Lake Geneva 57 .. 60 — Mukwonago 43 .. 48 — Whitewater 47 -51 - Standing: Webb Schultz, N. Dibblo, D. Brown. C. Verrill. J. Cantwell, J. Catolanello, R. Ackerman. Seated: B. Zilitch, B. Dickman, A. Zimmerman, L. Gauger, R. Grabow, J. Gregory, R. Smith. EaieLall 1953 Play ball! The baseball squad of 1953 did just that. The boys were unbeaten in league play and advanced to the Whitewater District Tournament. Victory was theirs and they moved on to the Mulcwonago Sectional Tournament. They suffered their first loss of the season in the tournament playoff at Jefferson, where they were defeated by Johnson Creek. Congratulations to the team, Captain Jack Gregory, and Coach Webb Schultz. SCORES 6 — Salem Central 0 8 — Elkhorn 6 7 — Lake Geneva 1 8 — Elkhorn 1 5 — Lake Geneva 2 Whitewater District Tournament 8 — Elkhorn 0 10 — Whitewater 0 Mukwonago Sectional Tournament 2 — Edgerton 1 1 — Walworth 0 Tournament Play-Off, Jefferson Delavan 4 — Johnson Creek . . 12 -52- P. Schollc. R. McCommons, M. Smith, C. Hont«n. I. Phillips. a eerleach erS -53- to? Row M. L � , C. Aronz. S. Scott, C. Sinord, B. Tully, S. Edword , D. Doloney, R. Scott, M Schoob, K. Keltoy, J. Kovank. C. Steven . D. Eoton, B. Murphy, E. Schurman. E. Schwardt, D. Steven . B. Roe, P Starin, E. Schmoling. 3rd Row: K. Sonchox, H. Wil� on. E. Wilkin , J. Bottler, W. Cordon, E. Sonchex. N. Boutelle. S. Noth, C. McKibben, M. O'Brien, S. MoKni, S Milton, E. Porton , 0. Klog, D. Brown, J. Hurdi . S. Wangerin, M. Fleming. 2nd Row: R. McCommon . P. Freund. R. Lorten, D. Kline, J. Douglo . B. Grantee, C. Han en. 0. Wendorf, N. Kuetter, V. Mo er, S. Nel on, P. (Centner. K. Teubert, J. Brown, J. Steven . C. Vick. R. Meyer . 1 R w: A. Slock, S. Reader, P. Jockton, S. Beyrifx. B. Bohr, K. Morri� � y, S. Jone . J. Duetterbeck, D. Schiller, I. Phillip , P. Scholle, M. lond, B. Joppa, P. Lyon . N. Bothaw, A. Milligan, J. Dortey. Q. Jl. J). N. Bathow, J. Dortey, A Milligan The members of the Girls’ Athletic Association have had many hours of enjoyment this year participating in a variety of activities. Many a girl looked quite professional on the baseball field. Maybe it was badminton that kept the girls hopping, or bowling every Tuesday, or perhaps a tumbling session. There was basketball and volleyball. Jody O’Brien's team copped the championship in the spirited basketball tournament, and the victorious volleyball team was captained by Marilyn Utter. As a money project the girls sold those very popular blue and gold coin purses. The officers of G.A.A. are: Jean Dorsey, president; Nancy Bashaw, vice-president; and Ann Milligan, secretary-treasurer. -56- ramura SHARKS CHIMPS David Hum , Captain Bill Fiuhboch Tom Siovin Cliff Vorrill Ron Gough Ron Vick Dick Koxok John Ivorjon Ron Jacobson, Captoin Eddie Swet Roger Schumacher Jim Peter Bob Swender Jock Boutelle Dave Leitxke Gay Home Jim loitzko CHASERS Bob Mannaberg, Captain Don Maack Dean Schromtki Ralph Catalanello Roger Krueger Bill Hoack Dick Goff Jerry Folkert GEMPS Stan Sutton, Captoin Wally Gittke John Peter Jerry Eaton Don Schmoling Jerry Van Dyken Dean Augutt Dick Mosiman SAD SACKS Bill William , Captain Ken Knack Phil Baun Alex Zak Rodney Auguit Bill Knack Doug Gordon Jay Contwoll Jack Freund SLOP SHOTS Roger Bruce. Captain lorry Delanoy Howard leRette David Keiner Al Zimmerman Bill Bruce Harold Brown David Sincore Won Lost Sharks 8 2 (Won play-off) Chimps 8 2 Chasers 5 5 Gemps 4 6 Sad Sacks 4 6 Slop Shots 9 -57- A ri Spon orA SMARTWEAR CLEANERS SIKES MOTOR SALES INC. BLACK CHEVROLET SALES BOUTELLE'S BAKERY BELL'S GROCERY BRADLEY'S DEPARTMENT STORE GAMBLES LAKELAND RESTAURANT ARIZONA INN WILLIAMS GROCERY LA FAVE INC. ARNOLD'S DRUG STORE SHEEHAN'S PACKAGE STORE WAFFLE SHOP ROBISON'S BAKERY LEYES LAKELAND FLORISTS BAB'S CLOVER FARM STORE -60- DELAVAN GREENHOUSE McSORLEY'S GROCERY STORE SCHEURMAN'S PAINT STORE JACK FAGAN INC. STA-RITE PRODCTS, INC. DELAVAN HARDWARE MAWHINNEY LUMBER YARD AND GRAIN ELEVATOR DELAVAN MOTORS INC. COLONIAL HOTEL McCOMMONS BUICK DEKALB'S DEPARTMENT STORE EAT'N TIME DRIVE IN WENDORF OIL COMPANY LITTLE FOLKS SHOP DOYON-RAYNE LUMBER COMPANY COAST TO COAST LYNCH’S DELAVANA CLUB WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE MODERN VALET -61 - WM worn. wm.