Demotte High School - Keen Keener Yearbook (Demotte, IN)

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t By Marilyn Sauer We, the senior class of 1949, in a doubtful state of mind do will and bequeath the fol- lowing worthy possesions to our followers in this worldly institution of learning. Joyce Arens, in a genial state of mind, wills her chicken scratches and her red hair to Josephine Vander Ploeg. Denzil Barker, in a carefree state of mind, wills his ability to sleep in class and his corny jokes to Russell Hunter. Geraldine Belstra, in a joyful state of mind, wills her bookkeeping book and her height to George Becker. Do you think he can use it? Ruth Carter, in a thoughtful state of mind, wills her ability to stick to one per- son and her dimples to Edna De Fries. Nice going, Edna! Virginia Biggs, in an agreeable state of mind, wills her popularity among class- mates to Esther Nannenga. Keep up the good work, Esther! Dolores De Vries, in a sentimental state of mind, wills her position as editor of the annual and her love of dictation to Evelyn Han:en. Come on Evelyn, we know you can do a good job! Robert Dwyer, in a humorous state of mind, wills his sense of humor and his beard and mustache to Kenneth Heimlich. Won’t we have the jokes now? Oh boy! Donald Fieldhouse, in a reluctant state of mind, wills his eyelashes and his ability to play more than one instrument in band to Dorothy Schoonveld. Wayne Huhn, in a courteous state of mind, wills his manners and his love for photography to Paul Henrichs. Ray Jabaay, in a sympathetic state of mind, wills his ability to stay out of female entanglements and his personality to Paul De Fries. Eleanor Klip, in an ambitious state of mind, wills her studious ways and her good grooming to Mary Ann Peterson. George Konovsky, in a regretful state of mind, wills his long fingernails and his ap- parent bashfulness to Robert Nannenga. Joan McAndrew, in a reckless state of mind, wills her driving ability and her tem- per to Marcella Nuss. Woman Driver!! Robert Moolenaar, in a muscle-bound state of mind, wills his ability to be high point man in the K. V. T. to Jim Coffer. Let’s hope we win again, Jim. Marilyn Sauer, in a self-conscious state of mind, wills her blush and her ability to get into trouble in second period study hall to Jim Kingma. Don’t get the teacher too riled! Byrne Sekema, in a generous state of mind, wills his wavy hair and his way with women to Stanley Cheever and Marinus Boer. Two new Romeos, kids! Verlin Schwanke, in a rather dubious state of mind, wills his ability to keep a straight face while telling a joke to Harry Kaper! Poker face! Beatrice Streveler, in a rhythmic state of mind, wills her soprano voice and her cheer- leading position to Dorothy Bormann. Kenneth Terpstra, in a happy state of mind, wills his life of a bachelor and his long legs to Marty Hoffman. Let’s start stretching, Mike! Bill Unzicker, in an intelligent state of mind, wills all his A’s” and his servant part in the play to Walter Terpstra. Betty Williamson, in a blissful state of mind, wills her ability to be quiet and re- served at all times to Annette Knip. Can you stand a quiet class juniors? Margaret Zylstra, in a flashy state of mind, wills her cool head and her ability to get along with teachers to Robert Kelly. Temper! Temper! To the rightful heirs of our possessions, the junior class, we will our fame as being the most ambitious and jolly class in school. To the sophomore class, we will our good behavior in all study halls — Poor teachers!! To the freshman class, we will them the

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Bryne was the proud owner of that car with the “New Look”, (Which I’m sure you’d never find in any ancient hook), He dates a different girl wherever he goes And is smartly dressed from his head to his toes. Demil is known for stealing a few snoozes In study hall, history class, or wherever he chooses. And in football he played pretty well, But what he will be is hard to tell. On Commencement night , coming down the aisle You are sure to see a cute little smile. I don’t think you will see it until You have spotted a little lad called Bill. Next comes Betty, our little lass Who loves to giggle in bookkeeping class. She is comical and full of fun And can amuse almost anyone. Wayne must come next, as everyone knows. For he follows Betty wherever she goes. In photography he is best in every way, He hopes it to be his career some day. A man of many inches, anil every inch a man, Kenny will nicely fit into some tall girl’s plan. A dignified role he was asked to play, But he is far from dignified any day. As “Sappy Sapolia” she made a hit For Joan is known for her frolic and wit. She is happy, contented, carefree, and gay. And is ready for fun any day. I’ve tried and tried, but to no avail To complete just this one little talc. One of the hardest things in life Is to write a poem about oneself. Not a care in this world to worry this lad, For he’s slow, easy going, and seldom sad, If of the anxieties of this life you tire, Believe yourself and sec Bob Dwyer Last, but not least in this line of fame Is a dark haired lad, Verlin by name. A constant friend and companion was he To Byrne and that grand ol’ Jalopy. Mr. Hission, our sponsor, was able and true As hr shared our failures and achievements, too. He was friendly, congenial, and ready for fun As he so ably guided each one. ITe bid farewell, dear DeMotte High, The “class of ’40” must say good-bye. Your cherished memories will bind each heart, As we may soon drift far apart.

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ability to get revenge from the class of ’56! To the teachers we will the following: Mr. Hission — Someone who will keep track of his text books. Mr. Stangle — A government class that will keep track of the price of pigs. Mr. Jones — A basketball team that can win the K. V. T. again next year. Mr. Moolcnaar — A band that will follow his direction. Mr. Poucher — A shop class that doesn’t set the clock back. Mrs. Burrus — An adv. commerce class that isn’t always trying to get out of short- hand practice. Miss Rolling — A senior English class that doesn’t sleep all the time. Miss Beanblossom — An adv. home ec- onomics class that will think of something else to do besides knitting and crocheting. Go+tjj itiedl Seniors J.A. — Just Ambitious D.B. — Doesn’t Bark G.B. — Gentle Bliss V. B. — Very Busy R.C.- Really Carefree D.D.V. — Does Deserve Victory B.D. — Bashfully Distinguished D. F. — Dandy Friend W. H.— Works Hard R.J.- — Really Jolly E. K. — Exalts Kindness G.K. — Grand Knight J. M.A. — Just My Angel R.M. — Rusty Mechanic M.S. — Mainly Sharp A. B.S. — A Boastful Schemer V.S. — Vigorous Sleeper B. S. — Blissful Skater K. T. — Keen Talent B.U. — Best Understood B.W. — Basic Willpower M.Z. — Much Zeal Ee AC HERS C. M. — Courteous Musician P.S. — Post Script W.J. — Willing Joker J. H. — Junior Hopalong K. P. — Kanine Personified R.B. — Real Businesslike M.K. — Many Kapers D. B. — Dainty Bachelor