Earlville High School - Raidorian Our Years Yearbook (Earlville, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1964 volume:

THIS IS RAIDORIAN 1964 Editors . . . Ann Jones Elaine Whittaker Editorial Assistant . Gerald Martin Business Manager . . Synda Mooney This is EHS . . . Its activities, joys and sorrows, its groups and individuals, those who are outstanding in and out of classrooms. There are our leaders of organizations and their followers; our crowded and noisy noon hours, and our lonely and solemn auditorium after a day of school. There are our recipients of the National Honor Society awards for their outstanding academic achievements. This year the school spirit has excelled that of all previous years, and the athletic teams have shown great progress and anticipate a bright future. All of these experiences--the joyful, the sad, the starlit, the dull--will become the cherished memories of E.H.S. Table of Contents FACULTY...........................11 STUDENTS..........................25 ACTIVITIES........................41 SPORTS............................65 The People . . . 4 . . . The Crowded 5 6 The Leaders . . . . . . The Followers 7 8 The Social . . . The Scholastic 9 Exploring Mysteries of Science to % % . • 4 9 4 % • % ft 9 •c 9 % C • % t ♦ V 1 ✓ 4 % - -- 4 • 4 4 4 r • I J % % %• ft m - Principal In addition to being principal and teaching four English classes, Mrs. Johnson serves as senior class adviser, library supervisor, director of the senior play, and adviser of the school newspaper. Some of the seniors’ fondest memories have their origin in Mrs. Johnson's English classes. Whether it's a briefing of the Today show, comments on the latest news from the theatre--of which she has been a life-long devotee--or a special reading of her favorite poetry, each senior leaves E.H.S. not only with a broader view of American and English literature, but also with a better understanding of himself and the people around him. Mrs. Johnson has dedicated herself to educating and encouraging high school students, a task which is often difficult, but for her a source of never-ending enjoyment and satisfaction. Behind the Scenes at E.H.S. Superintendent As Superintendent of the District, Mr. Wicke is responsible for administration and supervision of school policies. For seven years, he has aided and encouraged the students in every phase of school life. To the faculty he has given inspiration, assistance and support. He never fails to bring forth an efficient plan of action in his continuous effort to improve the school and the academic achievements of the students . By way of his hours of seriousness and moments of gaiety, Mr. Wicke provides a true leadership in this vital work--the advancement of learning. 11 Mr. Forrest Carter Mr. Maynard Martin Mr. T. O. Zimmerman President Bond Issue Voted on and Passed Nov. 23 Board of Education It is the responsibility of the Board of Education to formulate the policies that affect the operation of the school. This year they had a special task. One of the problems that has presented itself in recent years has been inadequate space resulting from increased enrollment. To provide for this need, the Board placed before the people of the community a bond issue which was approved on November 23. The new building will not only provide ample space but will also make possible the separation of grade students from those of the high school--a desirable situation in our educational program . 12 The Board of Education holds monthly meetings to discuss the needs of our districts. Mr. Roger Larson Mr. Harold Gast Mr. Fred Torman Mr. Roger Jones Every school system has its problems, and Earlville is no exception. But we're glad to announce that we have recently solved two of them--the monitor and the absentee systems. In previous years, three students were assigned to various posts in the corridors throughout the day. Their job was to supervise the halls while classes were in session. Assuming that students are aware of their responsibility for law and order, the administration has abolished the monitor system. Last spring a change was made which simplified the process of accounting for absenteeism. For many years, students had been required to bring a written excuse from their parents following an absence. Now the parents are required to phone the school office on the morning that the student will be absent. An unexcused absence is equivalent to a zero for the student in all of his classes. Mr. Wicke takes a phone call from a parent who is asking to have a student excused. New Absentee System Introduced Jerry Thome distributes the absentee slips which show twice a day the students who are absent. Bob Russell, who evidently is not aware that the monitor system has been abolished, peers suspiciously around a corner with the intention of sneaking through the hall. 13 Typing is just one of the many tasks performed by Mr. Margaret Larabee. Mr. Charlotte Cole distributes a cafeteria ticket to Allen Alexander. They Serve Us Well We always look forward to our noon-day lunch which is prepared by Mr. Marge Marshall, Mr. Barbara SandeR, Mr. Betty Harmon, and Mr. Grace Danielson. The bus driveR who transport us to and from school each day are Mr. Albert Storkman, Mr. Larry Matison, Mr. Stuart Montooth, and Mr. Keith Harris. Our well-kept school buildings are the responsibility of our custodians Mr. Forrest Vance, Mr. Donald Hanley, Mr. Jim Atwell, and Mr. Henry Goldman. John Cast and Dorothy Montooth watch while Tom Wicke illustrates factoring, one of the first things an algebra student must master. To make geometry theorums more easily understood, Allen Worsley, Carol Collins, and Kalah Dillbeck study designs which prove a few of them. Number of Math Classes Increases The fundamentals of mathematics, which include general math, algebra, advanced algebra, and geometry, are taught by Mr. Olson. Because of the large enrollment in the geometry and algebra courses, there are two classes of each--the first numbering twenty-nine and the second twenty-eight. Logics and philosophy are the basic ideas of all four courses . Mr. LeRoy Olson, Mathematics. Learning the use of the slide rule is not one of the easiest things Linda Gould and Ken Kreitinger must do in Algebra II. 15 that Rita mentions. Mr. Baum, world geography teacher, lectures his class on the agricultural situation in Norway. A Close Look at Our World Sharon Masterson, Deanna Boyles, and Sandy Pickert study the constitution in American history. They are required to pass a test on it in order to graduate. Mr. Gene Baum, History and Drivers' Education. 16 Reading current magazines for a sociology assignment are Jack Troy, Roberta Stanford, Gerald Martin, and Judy Harger. And Our Future Mr. Baker and Mr. Baum share the work of the social studies program. This includes world geography, world history, American history, and social problems incorporated with the political sciences. These classes are often required to draw maps and prepare extra assignments on matters pertaining to the various states. One of the major projects in American history, a required course, is a detailed study of the Constitution. Mr. Baker, who is also the guidance counselor, aids the students with their problems and advises the seniors about their careers. Taking advantage of our guidance program, Ron Rave spends some free time looking over a new college catalogue. Exploring Freshman students, Mary Ann Ferrill and Paul Martin observe nuclear decay by means of a cloud chamber. General science is a subject that provides an overall view of our environment, whereas physical science consists of three specific areas: astronomy, physics, and chemistry. Other studies of science include advanced biology, which gives the students a background for college preparatory biology and a glimpse into other sciences offered in the school. Collecting leaves and insects are the annual projects. Physics and chemistry, taught in alternating years, give the junior and senior students a better understanding of the laws of nature and provide a sound background for those wishing to pursue a career in these fields of study. Calculating problems and proving experiments are just two of the daily tasks. The field of science can be summed up in three words: think and appreciate. 18 Mr. Bann sips a beakerful of coffee Physics student, Agnes Snell, is studying the specific wave which has been brewed over a Bunsen lengths being emitted by a gaseous element. burner. The Wonders of Our World Mr. James Bann Science Probing the internal organs of the frog, Don Harris learns the location of each intricate part. During the final day of school, chemistry students had a picnic using laboratory equipment to prepare the food. 19 Mrs. Mae Duckels English, Spanish By describing the contents of a picture (in Spanish, of course), the Spanish 1 students learn to apply the language to everyday living. Communication Each year the freshman class is required to study Treasure Island and make a notebook about it. Cheri Wright, Jim Johnson, Allen Alexander, and Tom Leonard each submitted an excellent one. Alice Goldman practices analyzing a sentence for her English II class. In a spare moment before school, Craig Carter and Laura Myers study for a Spanish test. 20 A few senior girls display their poetry notebooks, complete with elaborate covers depicting nature. A major English project of the junior class is making an illustrated notebook of Canterbury Tales. Through Speech and Writing Showing his Elizabethan theatre to Susie Jones, Ralph Sellers demonstrates its minute moving parts. Each student of E.H.S. is required to take four years of English. Mrs. Duckels teaches two sections each of freshman and sophomore courses which are a combination of rhetoric and literature in the junior year and American literature in the senior year. The only foreign language offered is Spanish, under the instruction of Mrs. Duckels. Grammar is stressed in the first year of study, and literature is considered in the second year. Interest in this department has grown to the extent that there are two sections of Spanish I this year. Mrs. Margaret Johnson English 21 Mrs. Mary Fouts Home Economics Paula Stremlau uses her knowledge of creative cooking to bake a casserole during a Home Ec. IV class. Homemaking and Business Careers Mrs. Chloteel Large Business Education Everyone should know how to do this. Elaine Whittaker finishes her sewing project--a task every home economics girl must perform during the school year. Taking dictation is Diana Howey, one of the numerous girls who plan to have a business career. Background for a Technical Age Ability to do work with one's hands is needed in shop class, as Warren Gillespie is finding out. Rich Tuttle saws a board for use in a project he is working on. Mr. Leslie Ball Industrial Arts Mr. Stuart Montooth Agriculture John Sondgeroth, Ralph Sellers, and John Guelde use their technical knowledge to help make a bicycle rack for the school-yard. Stressing Fitness and Skill Miss Sondra Curry, Physical Education. Mr. Lloyd Wineburner, Athletic Director and Physical Education. The girls' and boys' physical education classes sometimes join for a rough game of cage ball. Ready for the behind the wheel phase of drivers education, Mr. Baum, Harry Eager, Jack Cantlin, and Charles Frank enter the car. STUDENTS s Seventh Graders Net $318.50 in DP ROW: L. Austin, N. Bomstad, D. Buffington, Christian, C. Cook, E. Corcoran, M. Cottingim, Doughty, J. Duffy. SECOND ROW: J. Elliott, . Farley, P..Ferrill, R. Fultz, C. Gast, M. Hubert, Imel, T. Kreitinger, S. Kuntz. THIRD ROW: Lane, C. Leech, T. Lonie, M. Maines, M. Maly, . Martin, G. Mastcrson, M. Miller, D. Mooney. 3URTH ROW: P. Nelson, S. Nielsen, R. Norton, . Novak, J. Pakenham, T. Peterson, C. Rave, D. ichards, M. Sellers. FIFTH ROW: R. Smith, K. mdgeroth, N. Stremlau, D. Sweet, R. Talbot, D. erry, E. Whittles, M. Wicke, E. Wolfe. BOTTOM OW: R. Yarnell, Mrs. Fouts, Mr. Tuftie. Magazine Sales Studying for a seventh grade science test are Kevin Novak, President; Tom Lonie, Treasurer; Larry Imel, Secretary; and Tom Doughty, Vice-President. Entering the new addition are the eighth grade officers: Ronnie Kruse, Vice-President; Sharon Thorsen, Secretary; Linda Peterson, Treasurer; and Tom Baird, President. Eighth Grade Is Honored At Spring Banquet 1 OP ROW: C. Austin, T. Baird, B. Bauer, K. Boltz, D. Buffington, S. Cronin, S. Cronin, K. Dilbeck, T. Doughty. SECOND ROW: D. Duffy, J. Englehart, J. Frame, M. Gast, R. Gast, F. Green, R. Guelde, R. Gross, T. Hamel. THIRD ROW: T. Heitmann, R. Hutchinson, L Johnson, R. Kelly, R. Kruse, S. Lane, D. Link, M. Lonie, M. Lucas. FOURTH ROW: C. Malley, A. Maly, A. Marshall, D. Mc-Cune, R. McCune, G. McDermott, S. Miller, P. Moore, S. Moyer. FIFTH ROW: E. Myers, G. Myers, L. Peterson, P. Russell, J. Sanderson, E. Sohm, P. Stillwell, T. Stuart, G. Stockley. BOTTOM ROW: K. Strced, L. Sweet, S. Thorsen, D. Weiman, V. Williamson, S. Wright, Mr. Rogers, Mr. Storkman. Freshman class officers, John Miller, Secretary; Paul Martin, President; Nadine Kreitinger, Vice-President; and Dale Harris, Treasurer, take advantage of the library facilities by checking out books at the beginning of their high school years. Class of ’67 Face New Adjustments Allen Alexander Karen Anderson David Bruner Linette Butcher Harold Carter Sandra Cook Susan Duffey Babctte Dunfrund Dennis Farley Mary Ann Ferrill Michael Fultz John Cast 27 Looking Toward the Future Larry Hindle Kathleen Hughes Gary Imel James Johnson Nadine Kreitinger David Kukuk Paula Lane Thomas Leonard Rosemary Link Robert Lonie Steven Maines Paul Martin John Miller Dorothy Montooth Janet Pakenham Steven Pickert 28 Making Room for New Freshmen A typical scene in the hallway is a locker jammed with books, papers, coats, and boots of two freshman students. LeRoy Rodatz Joan Russell Casandra Simpson Phyllis Skaggs Michael Sondgeroth Robert Sprowls Carol Terry Roy Weiman Phyllis Whittaker Thomas Wicke Cheri Wright 29 Carolcen Alvier James Atherton Beverly Bailey Craig Barrett Ray Bauer Mary Etta Blecher Dennis Boyles Doris Bruner Jack Cantlin Carol Collins Driver’s Ed Required for Sophomores Linda Conklin Paula Corcoran Kalah Dilbeck Gerald Dillbeck Geraldine Eager Harry Eager Rebecca Farley Charles Frank These sophomore class officers, Mary Harris, President; Jack Cantlin, Treasurer; Pam Kreiter, Secretary; and Ruth Wright, Vice-President; pause for a moment on the way to their first supervised study hall. 30 Alice Goldman Terry Harger Don Harris Mary Harris Correen Kctcham Pamela Kreiter Penny Kuntz Gary Lane Franell Malone Norman Martin Sophs Initiate Their Second Tear These sophomore girls are among the many students who participate in our annual Bermuda Day. 31 Cheryl McCray Michael McCune Connie Miller Dianne Miller Rebecca Montooth David Moore Sophomore homeroom provides time for many student activities, such as F.H.A., chorus, and class projects. Those not involved take advantage of the time for studying. Busy Tear Leaves No Time for Play Linda Myers Robert Pakenham Rita Peterson Ronald Rave Mary Ellen Snell Ethel Stockley Kathleen Stremlau Mary Beth Strong Theresa Stuart Jeanne Thoms Dean Whittaker Allen Worsley Ruth Ann Wright Patricia Young Linda Richards Enoch Rodatz Dennis Sanderson Virginia Smith 32 The junior class officers: Susie Jones, Treasurer; Jim Feld, President; Don Blakcslee, Vice-President; and Laura Myers, Secretary; diligently study for an English vocabulary test. Juniors Gain Upper class Status Bonnie Atwell James Baird Don Blakeslee Jerry Botts Deanna Boyles Craig Carter Cheryl Diller Terry Englchart Charles Farley 33 James Feld Mary Sue Gedwell Kenneth Goldman Linda Gould John Guelde Richard Hatland Susan Jones Kenneth Kreitinger Hard Work, Good Times Kathleen Landers Sandra Lane Calvin Malone Sharon Masterson Robert Moore Van Morken 34 During a free period, a group of juniors, looking at class rings, try to decide which color and style they prefer. Balance Out Junior Tear Laura Myers William Simpson Glenn Wilson Sandra Pickert John Strouss Richard Young CHERYL COLLINS Chorus 1,2; F.H.A. 1,2,3,4; Off. 2, 3; C.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Off. 3; Yb. Adv. Staff 4; Jr. Play 3; Sp. Club 3,4; Pep Club 1,2,3,4; Honor Roll 2. Thirty-Three Seniors WILLIAM DUNFRUND Chorus 3,4; F.F.A. 2,3,4; Officer 3,4; Basketball 4; Football 3. BETTY ALEXANDER Transfer Student. F.H.A. 3,4; C.A.A. 4; Co-Editor Newspaper 4; Pep Club 4; Nat. Hon. Society 2,3,4; Honor Roll 1,2,3. EDITH COOK Chorus 1,2,3,4; F.H.A. 1,2,3,4; Officer 2; Pep Club 2,3,4. The senior class officers: Carolyn Lonnie, Vice-President; Willard Landers, President; Ann Jones, Secretary; Mary Myers, Treasurer, find something amusing in an old English book. WARREN GILLESPIE Transfer Student PAULA DELP Chorus 1,2; F.H.A. 1,2,4; Officer 1,2; C.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Yearbook Adv. Staff 4; Usherette 1; Spanish Club 3; Pep Club 1,2,3,4; Officer 3; Honor Roll 1,2. HARRIETTE GOULD Chorus 1; F.H.A. 2,3,4; Officer 2; C.A.A. 1; Newspaper Staff 4; Year book Adv. Staff 3,4; Jr. Play 3; Spanish Club 2,3; Honor Roll 1,2, 3. F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Off. 3,4; Basketball 2,3; Football 1,2,3,4; Co-Captain 4; Cl. Off. 4; Homecoming Cand. 1; King 4; Jr. Play. Chorus 1,2; F.H.A. 1,2,4; Off. 3,4; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Cand. 4; Yb. Adv. Staff 4; Jr. Play 3; Sp. Club 3; Pep Club 1,2,3,4; Honor Roll 2. Graduate on May 28, 1964 CAROLYN LONIE Band 1,2,3,4; St. Council 1,2,3,4; Off. 4; G.A.A. 1,3,4; Cl. Off. 1,3, 4; Homecoming Cand. 3; Queen 4; Newspaper Staff 1,4; Yb. Adv. Staff 4; Jr. Play 3; Sp. Club 2,3; Pep Club 2,3,4; Nat. Hon. Society 3,4; Off. 3,4; Honor Roll 1,2,3. PAULA KNUTSON Chorus 1,2; F.H.A. 4; G.A.A. 1,2, 3,4; Yearbook Adv. Staff 4; Cheer leader 1,2,3,4; Jr. Play 3; Spanish Club 3,4; Pep Club 1,2,3,4. PAT LANDERS Chorus 1; F.H.A. 1,2,3,4; G.A.A. 1; Pep Club 2. JUDY HARGER F.H.A. 1,2,3,4; Yearbook Adv. Staff 4; Pep Club 2,3,4. ANN JONES Band 1,2,3,4; St. Council 1,2,3,4; Off. 4; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Off. 3; Cl. Off. 1,3,4; Homecoming Cand. 3, 4; Yb. Staff 3,4; Editor 4; Usherette 2,3,4; Jr. Play 3; Sp. Club 2,3; Nat. Hon. Society 2,3,4; Off. 3,4; Pep Club 1,2,3; Honor Roll 1,2,3. JUDY COSS Transfer Student. Chorus 4; F.H.A. 4; G.A.A. 4; Pep Club 4. GERALD MARTIN Chorus 1,2,3; Band 1,2,3,4; Off. 2, 3; St. Council 1,3,4; Off. 4; Cl. Off. 1,2,3; Newspaper Staff 4; Yb. Staff 3,4; Jr. Play 3; Sp. Club 2,3; Nat. Hon. Society 3,4; Honor Roll 1,2,3. SYNDA MOONEY Chorus 1,2; Band 1,2,3,4; G.A.A. 1; Newspaper Staff Editor 4; Yearbook Bus. Mgr. 4; Jr. Play 3; Spanish Club 2,4; Honor Roll 3. JOHN SONDGEROTH Chorus 2,3; F.F.A. 1, 2,3,4; Officer 3; Football 3. The 1963 Prom will remain a highlight in each of our lives. RITA RUSSELL Chorus 1,2; Band 2; F.H.A. 1,2,4; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Yb. Adv. Staff 4; Sp. Club 2; Pep Club 1,2,3,4. MARILYN MARTIN Chorus 1,2,3,4; Band 1,2,3,4; F.H.A. 1,3,4; Officer 3; G.A.A. 1; Yearbook Adv. Staff 4; Jr. Play 3; Pep Club 2,4. RITCHIE MILLER Football 1,2,3,4; Baseball 1; Track 1,2,4; Jr. Play 3. MARY MYERS G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Off. 2; Cl. Off. 4; Newspaper Staff 3,4; Cheerleader 1,2,3,4; Jr. Play 3; Sp. Club 1,2,3, 4; Honor Roll 1,2,3. RALPH SELLERS Chorus 1; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Officer 2,3,4; Track 2; Jr. Play 3. LARRY STILLWELL The Tear of Decisions Using the new college material available for seniors are Ralph Sellers, Ann Jones, and Jack Troy. JOHN ORR Chorus 1,3; Band 1,2,3; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Captain 1,4; Football 1, 2,3,4; Baseball 1,2; Track 1,2,3,4; Jr. Play 3. ROBERTA STANFORD Chorus 2,3,4; G.A.A. 3,4; Spanish Club 2,3; Pep Club 3; Honor Roll 2. AGNES SNELL Chorus 2,3,4; F.H.A. 2; News paper Staff 4; Yearbook Adv. Staff 4; Jr. Play 3; Spanish Club 2; Pep Club 1,2,3,4. PAULA STREMLAU Chorus 1,2,3; F.H.A. 1,4; Officer 4; G.A.A. 1,2; Jr. Play 3. RICHARD SUTTON Chorus 1; F.F.A. 2,3,4; Football 2,3. JERRY THORNE Basketball 2; Football 1,2; Track 1,2; Homecoming King Candidate 2,3,4; Jr. Play 3. JACK TROY Chorus 1,2,3,4; Band 3,4; Student Council 2; Basketball 1; Track 1; Class Officer 2,3; Newspaper Staff 4; Yearbook Staff 3; Jr. Play 3; Spanish Club 2,3; National Honor Society 3,4; Honor Roll 1,2,3. As is customary for all seniors approaching commencement day, we indulge in many hours of retrospection, we recall the brilliant homecoming parade followed by an equally brilliant game. We remember the serious tone of career night when we considered the advisability and possibility of preparing for an occupation or a profession. Nor can we ever forget that awful moment of silence that followed the announcement from the office: ’’President Kennedy is dead!” RICHARD TUTTLE Chorus 1; F.F.A. 2,3,4; Football 2,3. WALLY WILSON Basketball 1,2,3; Baseball 1; Track 1,2; Homecoming King Candidate 3,4. ELAINE WHITTAKER Chorus 1,2; Student Council 4; F.H.A. 3,4; Officer 4; C.A.A. 1,2 ,3,4; Yearbook Editor 4; Usherette 1,2,3,4; Jr. Play 3; Spanish Club 3,4; Officer 4; Pep Club 1,2,3,4; National Honor Society 4; Honor Roll 2,3; Lab Assistant 1,2,3,4. A CTIVITIES m 9. Student Government Benefits E.H.S. The Student Council is the student governing body of our high school. Each class selects three of its members every year to represent them in this organization. The president is elected by the student body at a spring assembly, while the other officers ire chosen by the Council during the first fall meeting. Each representative must maintain at least a B” average if he is to continue his nembership. If his grades fall below this level, he is placed on probation for one six weeks' period. If at the end of that time he has not raised his grades, the Council replaces him with another member of his class. Throughout the school year, this organization sponsors several extra-curricular ictivities. Their chief projects are the annual Homecoming parade, program, and iance, the high school Christmas party, which this year included skits from the :lasses and organizations, the annual scholastic banquet and the selection of assemblies to be presented throughout the year. MEMBERS OF STUDENT COUNCIL: BOTTOM ROW: Ann Jones, Vice-President; Gerald Martin, President; Carolyn Lonie, Secretary; Jim Feld, Treasurer; Patty Young, Nadine Kreitinger. TOP ROW: Susie Jones, Mary Harris, John Miller, Mr. Wicke, Adviser; Larry Hindle, Elaine Whittaker, Ruth Wright, Laura Myers. The National Honor Society is founded upon the principle that true education creates a well-rounded personality and thus honors the person who, in the estimation of his teachers, is developing itself fully in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. This winter the student body witnessed a special candlelight ceremony held to install five new members and an N.H.S. transfer student, Betty Alexander . In the spring, two events are on the N.H.S. calendar--the presiding of the president over the Scholastic Banquet, and the election of the new members. Being a member of the Earlville chapter, now in its third year, is a distinct honor for any student and will be advantageous to him in later life. Receiving her certificate of membership to the National Honor Society, Linda Gould smiles her thanks to Mr. Wicke. N.H.S. Installs Five New Members BOTTOM ROW: Don Blakeslee, Treasurer; Pat Young, Jim Feld, Secretary; Carolyn Lonie, President; Betty Alexander, Linda Gould, Mary Harris. TOP ROW: Elaine Whittaker, Ami Jones, Vice-President; Jack Troy, Gerald Martin, Ruth Wright, Mr. Wicke, Adviser. 42 Co-Editor: Betty Alexander; Editor: Synda Mooney. Miscellaneous: Laura Myers and Susie Jones Interviews; Mary Myers and Gerald Martin; Typist; Linda Gould. “Student” Reporters Seek New Scoops Sports: Jim Feld, Craig Carter and Don Blake-slee; Adviser, Mrs. Johnson. Editors: Ann Jones and Elaine Whittaker. Understudies: Laura Myers, Susie Jones, Linda Gould, and Mary Sue Gedwell. Adviser: Mrs. Large. Yearbook Gets New Title Editorial Assistant: Gerald Martin. The 1964 yearbook features many changes . The new type of division page was designed and produced by the staff. These pages not only divide the book into specific sections, but they also add a contrast in color. The student body, after separate discussions, voted to change the title of the yearbook from Our Years” to Raidorian. This book is designed and constructed out of school hours, during summer meetings, and during one or two weekly sessions throughout the school year. In May, 1963, eight members of the editorial staff attended the NISPA convention at Northern Illinois University. Last year's book was submitted to the National Scholastic Press Rating Association and for the second consecutive year received a second-class honor rating. The business staff collects contributions from businessmen in Earlville and the surrounding area . They handle the sale of yearbooks during the campaign week. Production and content of the book itself is handled entirely by the members of the editorial staff. 4-1 ADVERTISING STAFF: BOTTOM ROW: Paula Delp, Harriette Gould, Mary Myers, Paula Knutson, Diana Howey. TOP ROW: Carolyn Lonie, Judy Harger, Agnes Snell, Cheryl Collins, Marilyn Martin, Rita Russell. Time + Work = Raidorian Carolyn Lonie displays her complete joy at being our homecoming queen. Ironically, though, Willard Landers, the king, was unable to attend his own crowning because of a dislocated knee received in the homecoming game. 46 Attendants: Larry Hindle Nadine Kreitinger Attendants: Ron Rave Beverly Bailey Homecoming Night . . . Candidates: Jim Feld Susie Jones Jerry Thorne Diana Howey =3 Candidates: Jim Whittles Terry Englehart Wally Wilson Ann Jones A Queen Without a King Willard Landers and Carolyn Lonie were elected King and Queen for the annual Homecoming festivities. Due to Willard Landers' injury, Carolyn Lonie selected our coach, Mr. Wineburner, to lead the coronation dance. 47 In tone with the beautiful evening, many turn out for the big bonfire the night before Homecoming. Homecoming Keeps E.H.S. Students Busy The seniors, after a week of hard work, win first place on their float. rf -ri'w. Capturing third place for eighth grade, We Saw a Victory splits Huntley Redskins into halves. Second place was given to the freshmen with their theme, Recipe for Victory. During one of our pep sessions, Willard Landers, our injured Homecoming King, was officially crowned by Queen Carolyn Lonie. The spirit of our basketball games is always high, as is proved in this La Moille --Earlville game. Sporting School Spirit MEMBERS OF THE PEP CLUB: BOTTOM ROW: Rita Peterson, Beverly Bailey, Bonnie Atwell, Mary Myers, Ethel Stockley, Paula Knutson. SECOND ROW: Alice Goldman, Carolyn Lonie, President; Diana Howey, Vice-President; Susie Jones, Secretary-Treasurer; Laura Myers. THIRD ROW: Cheryl Collins, Paula Stremlau, Paula Delp, Mary Sue Gedwell, Franell Malone, Susan Duffy. FOURTH ROW: Mary Etta Blecker, Marilyn Martin, Judy Coss, Linda Gould, Sandy Pickert, Sandy Lane. FIFTH ROW: Ann Jones, Deanna Boyles, Sharon Masterson, Cheryl Diller, Linda Myers, Sandy Cook, Pam Kreiter, Charlene Hatland, Casandra Simpson, Penny Kuntz. TOP ROW: Elaine Whittaker, Marla Rhodes, Terry Englehart, Betty Alexander, Paula Corcoran, Pat Sturgeon, Rita Russell, Carol Collins, Mary Bety Strong, Mary Harris. Mary Myers and Paula Delp tip-off to begin a rousing game. Activities Increase As Organization Grows BOTTOM ROW: C. Wright, J. Thoms, J. Strouss, N. Kreitinger, Treasurer; E. Whittaker, President; M. Harris, Vice-President; P. Delp, Secretary; D. Boyles, D. Montooth, Miss Curry, Adviser. SECOND ROW: D. Bruner, R. Montooth. R. Peterson, C. Lonie, K. Dillbeck, C. Collins, L. Myers, C. Terry, P. Knutson, P. Skaggs. THIRD ROW: R. Link, L. Butcher, R. Stanford, D. Miller, R. Russell, S. Cook, C. Hatland, P. Sturgeon, F. Malone, S. Duffy. FOURTH ROW: M. Ferrill, C. Collins, K. Anderson, L. Myers, A. Goldman, C. Simpson, M. Myers, S. Lane, J. Russell, K. Hughes. TOP ROW: B. Dunfrund, S. Pickert, P. Kuntz, A. Jones, P. Stremlau, R. Wright, D. Howey, M. Rhodes, B. Alexander, L. Gould, B. Atwell. Preparing for their monthly meeting are the F.H.A. officers. BOTTOM ROW: Paula Strcmlau, Vice-President; Diane Howey, President; Elaine Whittaker, Secretary. TOP ROW: Rita Peterson, Degrees Chairman; Terry Englehart, Recreational Chairman; Sandy Lane, Second Vice-President; Sandy Pickcrt, Historian; Susie Jones, Treasurer. Homemakers of Tomorrow BOTTOM ROW: Mrs. Fouts, Adviser; C. Wright, P. Corcoran, R. Peterson, S. Pickert, E. Whittaker; P. Stremlau, S. Lane, T. Englehart, D. Howey, S. Jones. SECOND ROW: P. Landers, S. Duffey, K. Landers, D. Boyles, C. Kctcham, C. Terry, R. Link, P. Knutson, D. Bruner, J. Thoms, J. Strouss. THIRD ROW: C. McCray, E. Cook, J. Pakenham, J. Russell, A. Goldman, R. Russell, H. Gould, P. Kreiter, C. Collins, B. Bailey, L. Myers, C. Hatland, D. Montooth. FOURTH ROW: M. Blecker, C. Miller, L Richards, P. Sturgeon, C. Collins, D. Miller, P. Young, D. Moore, J. Harger, C. Simpson, P. Delp, S. Cook. TOP ROW: G. Eager, F. Malone, J. Coss, B. Dunfrund, L. Gould, B. Alexander, P. Kuntz, M. Martin, M. Snell, P. Lane, T. Stuart, M. Rhodes, C. Alviar, K. Anderson. 51 MEMBERS OF THE F.F.A.: BOTTOM ROW: Mr. Montooth, Adviser; Willard Landers, Vice-President; Richard Sutton, Sentinel; Dick Hatland, Secretary; Ralph Sellers, President; Bill Dunfrund, Reporter; David Moore, Parliamentarian; John Sondgeroth, Chaplain; Jack Cantlin, Treasurer. SECOND ROW: Dennis Boyles, Jim Johnson, David Kukuk, Tom Shehorn, Dennis Sanderson, John Guelde, Ray Bauer, Bob Lonie, LeRoy Rodatz. TOP ROW: Mike Sondgeroth, Gary Imel, Dennis Farley, Chuck Farley, Jim Baird, Richard Tuttle, Mike McCunc, Steve Hecathorn, Enoch Rodatz, Harold Carter. F.F.A. Places in Pig Scramble The boys in shop class make many useful articles for our school as is proven by this sturdy bicycle rack. 52 During the Mendota Fair, many Earlville High School girls participate in the greased pig scramble. First year Spanish students, Susie Jones, Rita Peterson, and Terry Englehart, study for a chapter test. La Clase De Espanol ADVISER: Mrs. Duckels. BOTTOM ROW: S. Masterson, J. Strouss, S. Mooney, M. Gcdwcll, N. Martin, A. Worsley, G. Dillbeck, E. Whittaker, Secretary-Treasurer; D. Blakeslee, President; J. Feld, Vice-President; S. Lane, P. Kuntz, M. Rhodes, L. Gould, T. Englehart. SECOND ROW: S. Jones, E. Stockley, L. Myers, P. Krciter, C. Collins, B. Atwell, J. Thoms, D. Boyles, L. Myers, J. Strouss, R. Peterson, P. Knutson, P. Sturgeon, S. Pickert, C. Frank, A. Snell. TOP ROW: K. Goldman, C. Carter, J. Atherton, K. Krcitinger, R. Young, R. Rave, D. Whittaker, R. Wright, J. Botts, V. Morken, R. Russell, P. Young, K. Stremlau, M. Harris. Because of the horrible sight outside the door, Rosemary (Laura Myers) is put into a hypnotic trance while Buzz (Craig Carter) still tries to get up enough nerve to look. Junior Class Presents “The Sky's the Limit” Carrie (Sharon Masterson) gets the Blob under control as a shocked Mrs. Gabreel (Terry Engle-hart) and Olive Palmer (Marla Rhodes) stare in amazement. Everyone is taken by surprise when The Blob (Ricky Young) suddenly bursts onto the stage and shouts, Don't anybody move. I've got you under my power? Trying to cipher a coded message, Allen Sellars (Jim Feld) receives a swift kick from his pals, Buzz (Craig Carter) and Suzette (Susie Jones). As Betty' Ann (Kathy Harris) and Tommy (Ed Doughty) look toward the telephone, the receiver rises and seems to be suspended in air. Ed Quigly (Tom Smith) and Lucas (Ken Boltz) are arrested by Sergeant Austin (Larry Beck). Mr. Harkness (Mark Morrill) points and says, Why--that one's our night maintenance man! Comedy Knock, Knock Presented by Class of ’63 After their successful performance, the cast of Knock, Knock takes a well-earned rest. Forces of the great beyond--spirits of the other world--Fernanda calls--now--now-now- -Fernanda calls. Too bad Charlie comes between Hank (Bill Myers) and Val (Teresa Norton) to break the happy ending of the play. 55 MEMBERS OF THE WOODWIND SECTION: BOTTOM ROW: Ruth Wright, Mary Ferrill, Linda Conklin, Mary Sue Gedwell, Sandra Cook, Pam Kreiter, Linda Could. SECOND ROW: Lynette Butcher, Diane Miller, Laura Myers, Rebecca Montooth, Kalah Dillbeck, Jeanne Thoms, Rita Peterson. THIRD ROW: Jerry Botts, Linda Myers, Janet Pakcnham, Carolyn Lonie, Karen Anderson, Charlene Hatland, Casandra Simpson, Deanna Boyles. TOP ROW: Norman Martin, Chuck Frank, Marilyn Martin, Pat Sturgeon, Mary Beth Strong, Carol Terry, Jim Whittles. “Strike Up the Band!” MEMBERS OF THE BRASS SECTION: BOTTOM ROW: Robert Pakenham, Robert Lonie, Harold Carter, Dennis Boyles, Craig Barrett, Steve Maines, John Cast, Ken Goldman. SECOND ROW: Penny Kuntz, Beverly Bailey, Pat Young, Alice Goldman, Mary Harris, Craig Carter. THIRD ROW: Ray Bauer, Linda Richards, John Miller, Jim Atherton, Ethel Stockley, Gerald Martin, Paul Martin, Tom Leonard, Don Harris. TOP ROW: Don Blakeslee, Jack Troy, Jim Feld, Tom Wicke, Dale Harris. The Earlville High School Marching Band, under the direction of Mary Beth Strong, drum majorette, opened the 1963-1964 season by appearing at the home football games and at N.I.U. on its special Band Day. Following the football season, Mr. Hewitt, director, began preparing the sixty-four piece concert band for the winter and spring seasons. The year's program included the winter and spring concerts, the high school contest, tours, and assembly programs. All in all, it was a busy year--and next year's schedule promises to be even more so. The Band Behind the Team MEMBERS OF THE PERCUSSION SECTION: Susie Jones, Terry Englehart, Sandy Pickert, Ann Jones, Synda Mooney, Allen Worsley. 57 Mr. Roger Hewitt Band Director Practice, Practice, Practice Several members of the newly formed stage band swing out on a new song. Diligently studying his music, Dale Harris booms out a good solid bass background for the rest of the band. Beverly Bailey becomes thoroughly engrossed in the music as she awaits her entrance cue. 58 MEMBERS OF GIRLS' CHORUS: BOTTOM ROW: J. Troy, Accompanist; R. Link, C. Terry, C. Wright, E. Cook, D. Bruner, Miss Easdale, Director. SECOND ROW: R. Stanford, P. Whittaker, K. Stremlau, M. Snell, L. Richards, F. Malone, D. Montooth. TOP ROW: J. Coss, T. Englehart, L. Gould, M. Harris, A. Snell, R. Wright, P. Young, M. Martin, B. Dunfrund. Mixed Voices Blend in Song MEMBERS OF MIXED CHORUS: BOTTOM ROW: C. Wright, D. Bruner, T. Wicke, J. Miller, P. Martin, J. Cast, R. Weiman. SECOND ROW: Miss Easdale, Director; D. Montooth, R. Link, K. Dillbeck, G. Imel, A. Alexander, C. Terry, D. Bruner, P. Skaggs, P. Corcoran. THIRD ROW: T. Englehart, C. Collins, E. Cook, P. Kreiter, B. Bailey, R. Sprowls, F. Malone, C. Ketcham, C. Hatland, S. Cook, K. Hughes, D. Kukuk. FOURTH ROW: R. Stanford, K. Anderson, K. Stremlau, G. Eager, M. Ferrill, N. Kreitinger, A. Goldman, L. Myers, J. Coss, C. Simpson, J. Russell, M. Blecker, P. Lane, D. Miller, C. Barrett. TOP ROW: S. Pickert, P. Whittaker, L. Gould, M. Harris, D. Blakeslee, T. Leonard, J. Troy, D. Harris, M. Strong, D. Farley, M. Snell, S. Lane, M. Martin, B. Dunfrund. Sixteen outstanding band students, under the direction of Roger Hewitt, have formed a stage band. It is an entirely new organization and performs only for listening enjoyment. Music with unusual timing and style is featured, with the spotlight on soloists. Students Work and “Play” Hard Concentration is reflected on the faces of Jim Feld, Craig Carter, and Mary Sue Gedwell as they practice for a college entrance exam. Each year seniors participate, on a voluntary basis, in the American College Testing program. Jack Troy, Mary Myers, and Synda Mooney complete the form which is forwarded to the colleges of their choice. Senior boys, Wally Wilson, Larry Stillwell, John Orr, and Rich Miller are taking an Air Force test as an aid in discovering latent talents. The Spanish Club members adopt an old Mexican custom when they attempt to break the pinata blindfolded. Those cream puffs were only supposed to be one to a person, weren't they? Parties Add Sparkle to School Life Papa Blakeslee has a stocking problem—too many holes! Quad-School Career Conference, held at Paw Paw High School during the fall of 1963, is attended by both juniors and seniors. This conference is for any interested student who plans to further his education after high school. The Holiday Inn in Aurora provides a pleasant atmosphere for both teachers and honor students. A group of high school boys express their enjoyment at the 1963 spring Scholastic Banquet. Honor Students Recognized First Semester Honor Roll The 1964 first semester Earlville school honor roll contains the names of sixty-three high school students. The following grade point system is used: A--4.0, B--3.0, C--2.0, D--1.0. To be on the high honor roll a student must have a grade average of 3.75 or better and a grade average of 3.0 to be on the honor roll. Ten students were named to the A honor roll and fifty-three were on the B” honors list. During the spring, a Scholastic Banquet is held to honor those students who have attained during five six-weeks periods an average of B” or above. All faculty members and honored students look forward to the event each year. Students on the high honor roll are: Sophomores--Mary Harris; Juniors--Don Blakeslee, James Feld, Mary Gedwell, Linda Gould; Seniors—Harriette Gould, Ann Jones, Gerald Martin, Mary Myers, Jack Troy. Honor students are: Freshmen--Harold Carter, Dale Harris, Steven Hecathorn, Larry Hin-dle, Kathleen Hughes, Jim Johnson, Nadine Kreitinger, Paul Martin, David Kukuk, Dorothy Montooth, Robert Sprowls, Carol Terry, Tom Wicke; Sophomores--James Atherton, Mary Etta Blecher, Jack Cantlin, Linda Conklin, Kalah Dilbeck, Alice Goldman, Gary Lane, Norman Martin, Linda Myers, Linda Richards, Virginia Smith, Ethel Stockley, Kathleen Stremlau, Mary Strong, Theresa Stuart, Jeanne Thoms, Dean Whittaker, Ruth Wright, Patricia Young; Juniors--Bonnie Atwell, Jerry Botts, Deanna Boyles, Craig Carter, Ken Goldman, Susan Jones, Sandra Lane, Laura Myers, Sandra Pickert, Marla Rhodes, Pat Sturgeon, Jim Whittles; Seniors--Diana Howey, Paula Knutson, Carolyn Lonie, Marilyn Martin, Synda Mooney, Rita Russell, Roberta Stanford, Agnes Snell, Elaine Whittaker. 62 Jack Troy, Gerald Martin, and Ralph Sellers were elected as the 1963 representatives for Premier Boys' State which is held at the Springfield State Fair Grounds. Every year the Lion's Club and the American Legion each sponsor one senior representative and this year a third boy was sent by the county. The senior class and the faculty members chose Ann Jones as the recipient of the D.A.R. award. This award is based on the qualities of leadership, dependability, service, patriotism, citizenship, and loyalty. Outstanding Achievement at E.H.S. The Dekalb Award in agriculture was presented to Ralph Sellers for F.F.A. projects, scholastic achievement, farming program, and school activities. John Orr was chosen by his teammates to receive the Most Valuable Player trophy and Don Blakeslee, a defensive halfback during the 1963 season, was awarded the trophy for the most tackles Edith Cook was selected as recipient of the Betty Crocker Award. A comprehensive test determined the winner. At the prc-dance banquet, Bob Russell pours coffee for Miss Curry and Miss Easdale. Ten members of the sophomore class, Sandra Pickert, Sandra Lane, Marla Rhodes, Susan Jones, Terry Englehart, Don Blakeslee, Glenn Wilson, Richard Hatland, Bob Russell, and Jim Feld, were chosen to serve the dinner. Servers Help Juniors As Hosts Twenty-three beautiful southern belles pose for the photographer. A Wonderful Southern Evening Between dances, couples find the stage a pleasant place to chat while enjoying refreshments. One of the highest points of the Junior-Senior prom is the Grand March in which all the couples participate. Ed and Paula pause briefly between dances. Faculty Watches Festivities with Interest The faculty enjoy the beauty and elegance of Southern Cotillion as they watch the festivities of the evening. Two junior boys and their dates stop to admire the colorful fountain which adds to the beauty of the prom. _ _ _ . _ f , ... Stan Roberts and his band entertain with music for everyone from the USHERETTES. STANDING: Ann Jones, Patty Young, Elaine Whittaker, Mary Harris. SEATED: Kathy Hughes, Terry Englehart, Sandy Lane, Nadine Kreitinger. Usherettes Welcome Sports Fans The student body enthusiastically sings the Earlville Fight Song at one of the pep assemblies. Mr. Hewitt and his swinging” pep band provide entertainment between games and during the half-time of the Varsity game. Paula Knutson seems to be deeply studying the action on the floor while the rest of the Varsity cheerleaders urge the crowd to yell. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS. STANDING: Mary Myers, Bonnie Atwell, Laura Myers, Paula Knutson. JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS. KNEELING: Alice Goldman, Ethyl Stockley, Beverly Bailey, Rita Peterson. Springy Jumps, Soaring Spirits A rough and ready team led on by Mr. Wineburner._________________ In a tense moment during our Homecoming game, Coaches Wineburner and Baum look on with mixed emotions. Clapping hands and loud yells are a must for any cheerleader! Oh, no! Don't give up yet, cheerleaders! BOTTOM ROW: JackCantlin, John Miller, Mike Sondgeroth, Larry Hindle, Dave Moore, Gary Imel, Willard Landers, Jim Johnson. SECOND ROW: Mr. Lloyd Wineburner, Coachj Jim Feld, Ken Goldman, Don Blakeslee, Gerald Dillbeck, Ken Kreitinger, Dale Harger, Craig Carter, Mr. Gene Baum, Assistant Coach. TOP ROW: Bill Simpson, Jom Atherton, Ron Rave, Ritch Miller, Jim Baird, John Orr, Van Morken, Allan Worsley, Harry Eager. Raiders Have Victorious Homecoming Varsity Scores E.H.S. . 19 Paw Paw . . . 25 E.H.S. . 13 Sandwich . . . 6 E.H.S. . 20 Plano . . . , . 27 E.H.S. . 13 Genoa . . . . 16 E.H.S. . 13 Huntley . . . 7 E.H.S. . 25 Kirkland . . 20 E.H.S. . 19 Central . . . 20 E.H.S. . 0 Marseilles . . 48 The managers, Richard Tuttle and Dennis Sanderson, watch the scrimmage during a practice session. 69 Ken Goldman, End John Miller, Fullback Ritchie Miller, Center Van Morken, End Jerry Dillbeck, Tackle Jim Baird, Tackle Larry Hindle, End Bill Simpson, Halfback l)on Blakeslee, Halfback; Harry Eager, Halfback; John Orr, Fullback Allan Worsley, Tackle Mike bona ge rot h, Guard Jim Atherton, Quarterback Co-captains: Jim Feld, Guard; Willard Landers, Quarterback- Gary Imel, Tackle Ken Kreitinger, Guard Ron Rave, End Mr. Lloyd Winebumer Varsity Coach Mr. Gene Baum Junior Varsity Coach The pre-game warm-up prepares the boys for the rough and tumble action of the game. Our Hard-Hitting Raiders Orr create a hugh pile-up. A typical sideline scene finds the two coaches concentrating on the action while several players await their signal to get into the game. 72 VARSITY: BOTTOM ROW: Jim Feld, Ricky Young, Bill Simpson, Bob Russell. TOP ROW: Coach Gene Baum, Bill Dunfrund, John Orr, Jerry Botts, Calvin Malone, Jim Whittles, Don Blakeslee. Our Varsity Team As basketball managers, Allen Alexander and Richard Tuttle perform such tasks as packing equipment for out-of-town games and taking care of uniforms. During a high point of the Earlville-Sandwich game, John Orr tips the ball to his teammates. 73 Varsity Scores Raiders .36 . . Mendota .... 65 Raiders . 51 . .Newark . 72 Raiders . 46 . . Shabbona .... 84 Raiders . 57 . . LaMoille . . . . 62 Raiders . 77 . . Hinckley-Big Rock , . 68 Raiders . 70 . . Ohio 65 Raiders . 39 . . Leland . 58 Raiders . 46 . . Toluca 69 Raiders . 46 . . Marseilles . . . . 79 Raiders . 48 . . Seneca 74 Raiders . 54 . . Somonauk . . . . 55 Raiders . 47 . . Serena 76 Raiders . 45. . Waterman . . . . 61 Raiders . 62 . . Depue 74 Raiders . 59 . . Sandwich .... . 69 Raiders . 51 . . Marquette . . . . 88 Raiders . 60 . . Paw Paw .... . 71 Raiders . 41 . . Newark .... 61 Raiders . 69 . . Waterman .... 57 Raiders . 60 . . Sandwich .... . 74 Marquette Holiday Tournament Little Ten Tournament Calvin Malone, Center Jim Feld, Guard John Orr, Forward Jerry Botts, Forward Bob Russell, Guard Don Blakeslee, Guard Bill Simpson, Guard JUNIOR VARSITY: BOTTOM ROW: Tom Wicke, Carl Guelde, John Gast, Dennis Sanderson, Ray Bauer, David Moore, Paul Martin. TOP ROW: Coach Lloyd Winebumer, Gary Lane, Dale Harger, Terry Harger, Ron Rave, Dean WhittakeT, Allen Worsley, Harry Eager, Jim Atherton, Larry Hindle, Jack Cantlin. J.V.’s Capture Conference Titles! Coach Winebumer gives the student body a stirring pep talk. Raiders . . 50 . . . Serena . . 44 Raiders . . 50. . . Plano ... 45 Raiders . . 69 . . . Somonauk . 58 Little Ten Tournament J.V. Scores Before one of the home games, the J.V. squad warms up. Raiders 43 Mendota .... 35 Raiders 51 Newark .... 49 Raiders 63 Shabbona . . . . 40 Raiders 56 LaMoille . . . . 33 Raiders 64 Hinckley-Big Rock 39 Raiders 49 Ohio 43 Raiders 72 Leland .... 35 Raiders 48 Seneca 34 Raiders 70 Somonauk .... 43 Raiders 64 Serena 44 Raiders 74 Depue , 30 Raiders 64 Sandwich .... 44 Raiders 57 Marquette . . . 50 Raiders 64 Paw Paw .... 44 Raiders 49 Newark . . . . , . 50 Raiders 60 Waterman . . . 46 Raiders 57 Sandwich . . . . 49 75 The J.V. cheerleaders take a breather VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Mary Myers, Bonnie Atwell, Laura Myers, while the opponent shoots a free-throw. Paula Knutson. Cheerleaders Raise School Spirit Coach Baum gives a rousing pep talk to his boys before they re-enter the game. John Orr jumps to rebound the ball during his boys before they re-enter the game. JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Alice Goldman, Beverly Bailey, Rita Peterson, Ethel Stockley. Spring Signals Track Season Several Earlville trackmen seem to be trying to look at their goal before the starting gun is fired. Jim Feld and Don Blakes-lee gives a hard push-off in order to get a good start. Jim Feld, Rick Young, and Calvin Malone seem to be enjoying their easy pace of a long-distance run. 77 Businessmen Contribute $391 Each year the merchants of Earlville and surrounding towns make substantial contributions toward the publication of our yearbook. Those who gave $5, $10, or $15 are listed as sponsors and those who gave $3 are listed as patrons. One asterisk, preceding a name, indicates a gift of $10; two, a gift of $15. Sponsors Baker's Inc., Leland Bell's Clothing Store, Ottawa L. M. Buckwalter, Sinclair Distributor, Earlville Harland Cantlin, General Trucking, Earlville Carp Company, Mendota Century House, Earlville Cole's Gas Inc., Earlville Cross Body Shop, Mendota Earlville Epie Flower Shop, Earlville Earlville Farmer's Co-op Elevator, Earlville Earlville Supermarket, Earlville Orville Englehart, John Deere Implements, Paw Paw First National Bank of Triumph, Triumph Goetsch's Grocery, Harding Haight Diamond M Trading Post, Earlville Hentrich Music House, Ottawa Howey's Sales and Service, Earlville Humm's Sinclair Service Station, Earlville Harry Keller, Jr., Custom Work, Earlville Large's Hardware, Earlville Maize Industries, Earlville Marathon Electric Co., Earlville Mendota Reporter, Mendota Miller-Rowe Insurance Agency, Earlville Modern Beauty Shop, Maye Terrace, Earlville National Bank of Mendota, Mendota W. S. Neilson Cigar Store, Mendota Norton's Auto Service, Earlville Leroy Peterson, Trucking, Earlville R. H. Supermarket, Earlville Ray's Tap, Earlville L. O. Sanders, Fuller Brush Dealer, Earlville Sandersons Feed Store, Earlville Shank Donahue Clothing Store, Ottawa Springbrook Dairy, Jack Myers, Earlville Stiefel's Clothing Store, Ottawa Streed's Drug Store, Earlville Strong and Strong, Purina Chow, Earlville Rollo Strong and Strong, Purina Chow, Ottawa Torman’s Furniture Store, Earlville Paw Paw Whittaker’s Excavation Service, Earlville 78 Toward Financing of Yearbook Patrons Alexander Lumber Co., Earlville Audrey's Beauty Shop, Earlville Bader-Blass Clothiers, Mendota Mrs. Genrose Bailey, Avon Products, Earlville Bound's Restaurant, Mendota The Charm Shoppe, Earlville Claus Dougherty Co., Ottawa Dari-Dip, Earlville Duke's Tap, Earlville E. J.'s Bowling and Cafe, Paw Paw Earlville Bowling Alley, Earlville Earlville Implement, John Woods, Earlville The Earlville Leader, Earlville Earlville Locker Plant, Earlville Earlville Plumbing Heating, Earlville Earlville Processing Plant, Earlville Eder's Knotty Pine Tap, Earlville Dr. O. H. Fischer, Earlville The Gamble Store, Mendota Gish's Jewelry Store, Mendota Paul Harger's Tap, Earlville Heckman's Plumbing Heating, Earlville Helen's Grocery, Earlville Hi-Way Cafe, Mendota Holdenrid's Shoe Store, Mendota Humm Bros. Garage, Earlville Johnson's Gas Grocery, Prairie Center Kaleel's Clothing Store, Earlville, Amboy, Mendota Jack Landers' Barber Shop, Paw Paw Larsen's Steak House, Earlville Leo's Photo Studio, Mendota Linne Brothers, Farm Equipment, Troy Grove Louise's Beauty Shop, Earlville M. E. T.V. Sales Service, Mendota E. W. Malley, Plumbing Heating, Earlville Maple Leaf Motel, Earlville Maple Leaf Park, Earlville Matison Real Estate, Earlville Mendota Farmer Co-op Supply Elevator, Mendota Mercer Pharmacy, Paw Paw Meriden Co-op Elevator, Meriden National Bank of Earlville, Earlville Dr. R. M. Nichols, Earlville Nyeland's Style Shop, Ottawa Pienta Drugs, Ottawa Prairie Center Tap, Prairie Center Ray and Vi's Tap, Mendota Ronnie's and Freddie's, Mendota Schiff's Shoe Store, Ottawa Sears, Roebuck and Co., Mendota Sears, Roebuck and Co., Ottawa Stewart's Barber Shop, Earlville Taber Store, Paw Paw Todd's Diesel Gas Service, Earlville Troy Grove Stone Quarry, Troy Grove Wade Vick's Teen Canteen, Earlville Wallace Paint Appliances, Ottawa 79 Spring brings graduation, the climax that the Seniors have long awaited. The past nine months have been filled with many activities--studying, exams, games, dances, rehearsals for concerts and plays, and organizational meetings. Consequently, underneath all the work and good times has been a rising current of haste. This has pushed us onward, always moving, always growing, until at last life requires us to exchange the responsibilities of adolescence for those of maturer years. Graduation--it is the end of one phase of life and the beginning of another. 80