Eau Claire High School - Beaver Tales Yearbook (Eau Claire, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 176 of the 1976 volume:

TO ALL BRAVE, HEALTHY. ABIT. BOWED. AND WELL . , . w. IMS POSED YOC.N'O MEN. W HO NUOKfcXtWXXi, «M lUVf ASX DttlJXATnb TO JOW THI TKUK NOW tAtUNi. I'SDn GENERAL WASHINGTON. TAKE NOTICE, 7976 BeaiMsTafas Pies ds: w , im t OPLB Jabl ( Cti dstcts Opetdng 2 Activities 11 OenJUxS 27 UndeuySassmen 55 Adenlnlstiation 69 Organisations 83 Uustc 93 AWetics rot dosing 143 fndep 149 QenlonS ISO Ads 151 Bcujl C cua f-flglv EctwC tiMi l XchlgctH' 2 W Not Oh j QoIhj fCnouMg About Ufa, We the Peopfoofr ECUS UawtO' Bujotj Ltfe. U fe R bchfato ou Cuccessfafl Futu , FlU i With Laugld i otn L f-fappUtess. 10 WE THE PEOPLE Activities f-foinecotoilttg SiC iOt xl dcJ 12 p[ Candidates for Homecoming Royalty were Kim Brant and Nelson Layman, Debbie Dudas and Larry Bartels, Dena Hartlerode and Don McAfee, Jan Juer- gensen and Bob Rutter, Lori Dewey and Andy Schilling, Ellen Newsome and Nathan Lanier, Brenda Renbarger and Marlin Bailey. 16 Td'Po ticuj AMthtosk tfrL xwvAbout YowtsdH' 17 AjQSt v lAjusdfe flA k i Running, lifting, sweating, straining and then resting - only to start again. Why? That’s the way to go to the Olympics, maybe. At least that is what Don Bailey believes. This year he took a major step in that direction by winning his weight class in the State Weightlifting Meet. Hard work, determination and the satisfaction of knowing he is doing his best, typify Don Bailey and his dream. fJjOtcyv UluL Being a world Class Motocross rider is a dream of many and a reality of few. Eau Claire High School senior Bob Rutter has made his dream a real- ity. This reality like any thing worth- while, has come with much hard work and some personal injuries. Bob started riding at the age of 5, and has been racing pro for more than a year. Bob's credentials in racing include the 1974 District 15 (Indiana and Michigan) high point rider in the 125cc Class, high point District 15 rider in 250cc division. He also won the District hare scramble, and at the Trans AM A Inter- national race, Bob had the Red Bud Trail dialed in with his Bultaco and ran away with a respectable fourth for a third over-all victory. While riding in Florida this spring, Rutter dislocated his shoulder, he came back to win the AMA support class. Among his credits this year are wins at Midland, Michi- gan and Reveno, Ohio. 19 Utss 1976 Ellen Newsome was crowned Miss Eau Claire of the Miss Blossomtime Festival. She is eighteen years old. During her high school years Ellen has participated in cheerleading and vol- leyball. She is a member of the National Honor Society and was Salu- tatorian for her class. Ellen plans to study engineering at Michigan Tech. UtSsCoduS 976 Dena Hartlerode was chosen Miss Sodus in the Miss Blossomtime Pageant for 1976. Dena, a senior at Eau Claire, seventeen years old, enjoys cheerleading and outdoor sports. She plans to attend Patricia Stevens College in Milwaukee to study fashion merchandising and modeling. 21 During the Blossomtime Festival tour of the cities, Mrs. Sharon Gray introduced Ellen Newsome, Miss Eau Claire for 1976. Ellen was chosen Miss Congeniality for the Blossom- time Festival. The queens were honored at an assembly at the High School. 22 Teresa Rankin and Richard Luft reigned over the Junior-Senior Prom at the Elks Club in St. Joseph on May 22, 1976. The theme, Precious and Few, was carried out even to the extent that the band, Atlantic City Steel Pier, played that tune for the coronation dance. Co-chairmen, Teresa Blunier and Mike Fields, and several committees provided the seniors with a memorable evening. 23 24 Ut'Qeotg6' Do- It’ ’ The performing arts departments of ECHS presented a bicentennial musical during the spring. Mr. Down’s art class provided background. Mrs. Bierlein's home economics class made the cos- tumes. Mr. Petersen was in charge of music and Mr. Shoop was the director. This was the first musical in the his- tory of the school. WE THE PEOPLE Qetd i 27 BEING A SENIOR As our childhood draws to an end, we face a new world. A farewell to old friends, but a wonder, an anticipation of things to come. What does the future hold? Tomorrow has the answers. Ellen E. Newsome Qld ICuaJIcimL Sid would have been graduating as a member of the 1976 class. Through his years at Eau Claire High School Sid had participated in many activities, including baseball, foot- ball, manager of the football team and wrestling. He was also active in the Prom Committee and building the homecoming float. Sid was a very kind and special per- son. We will always remember him. LmiDewey Tony Ealey Debbie EuMe David Emglte UajtkPtoeJJich Gavusoti Demite Gei Oe Rickcuid Nagood lot fJcUMptOto Ctody f-f iA, RotLjoum vt Ba tb f-ftidotv l. Rhonda P(wutt l-lcudy Twy Ucwhws J viy f-fopkinS fCeuinJawis Biekd Jolui ott JeuvJu igenS v Ck totv fC istetfei Ru icing D nudjoh i60 v Ncut£gJohnSo v GfafrThowbudgb Gilb itV mOH QluuoivV iSAup Mvott DotvWyM is lank West VdnfrWoodms NOT PICTURED: Terry Adams Anita Bone Frank Clark Debbie Dudas Joe Dudas John Foster Cindy Glassman Cantrell Kathy Grand berry Steve Juroff Nathan Lanier Sharyl Mason Curz Mata Dan Pendleton Bob Rutter Je telA oofy Pat Young 39 41 ABOVE PAGE. TOP LEFT - CLASS ROWDIES: Karen Burton, Chuck Baugh- man. TOP RIGHT - HARDEST WORKERS: Sharon Kerstetter. Andy Schilling. BOTTOM LEFT - CLASS SOCIALITES: Jan Juergcnson, Nathan Lanier. BOT- TOM RIGHT - CLASS HOTRODS: Dena Hartlerode, Mike Silva. OPPOSITE PAGE, TOP LEFT - CLASS CLOWNS: Kathy Grandberry, Jerry McAfee. TOP MIDDLE - CUTEST COUPLE: Cheri Schlipp. David Leitz. TOP RIGHT - CUTEST LEGS: Cindy Schultz, Larry Bartels. BOTTOM LEFT - MOST GULLABLE: Debbie Eichler, Tom Hampton. BOTTOM RIGHT - BEST DRESSED: Kim Brant, Marlin Bailey. 42 OPPOSITE PACE. TOP RIGHT - CLASS NIGHT OWLS: Gina Trowbridge. Terry Hawkins. TOP LEFT - CLASS FLIRTS: Ellen Newsome. Nelson Layman. RIGHT MIDDLE - CLASS GABBIES: Pam Westlake. Mark Byeo. LEFT BOT- TOM - BEST ALL AROUND: Teresa Rankin. Terry Adams. RIGHT BOTTOM - MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED: Leeanna Tillstrom. Ken Sells. ABOVE. TOP LEFT - CLASS MUSICIANS: Heidi Miller. Ron auner. TOP RIGHT - MOST ATHLETIC: Pam Young. Don McAfee. LEFT MIDDLE - MOST SHY: Cruz Mata. Trent Stockman. LEFT BOTTOM - HAPPY GO LUCKY: Rhonda Parritt Hardy. Teddy Bear. Tony Ealey. d5 46 — On June 2, 1976, the Eau Claire Senior Class held their baccalaureate services at 7:30 in the Gym. The speakers for the evening were Reverend McAfee, Reverend Kleis, and Pastor Schoen. The Eau Claire High School Choir sang Praise the Lord, The Way We Were, and Time in a Bottle. DIANNE JANELLE WILLER Dianne is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Wilier of rural Eau Claire. Dianne moved to Eau Claire from Ft. Wayne, Indiana her freshman year. She holds a 3.881 grade point average. She is a member of the National Honor Society. Miss Wilier plans on attending Kalamazoo College in Kalamazoo, Michigan to study Envi- ronmental Biology and Biological Engineering. In High School she has been active in biological and environmental work, and has been taking advanced student study program at Femwood Nature Center. QcJtidzriwucui ELLEN ELIZABETH NEWSOME Ellen is the daughter of Mr. David Newsome and Mrs. R. C. Ferguson. Ellen moved to Eau Claire from Niles in 8th grade. She holds a 3.828 grade point average. She is a mem- ber of the National Honor Society. Miss Newsome plans to attend Michigan Technological University at Houghton, MI, where she will study engineering. In High School she has been active in track, volleyball, and cheerleading. CLASS COLORS Red, White and Blue CLASS FLOWER Red, White and Blue Carnations CLASS SPONSORS Mr. George Pica Mr. Gerald Sawatzki CLASS SONG ’’Both Sides Now” CLASS MOTTO To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also believe.” France Being a senior means thinking of better tomorrows. A senior is doing EVERYTHING, but homework. A senior is having more privileges given to you. A senior is (me). Being a senior means losing all your best friends. Being a senior means leaving behind but not forgetting all the wonderful times shared with friends. 54 We the People Class 4 79 BACK ROW, L to R: Laurie Trowbridge, co-sec- retary; and Kathy Andres, secretary. SEATED, L to R: Steve Nichols, treasurer; Eileen King, pres- ident: and Kevin Reed, vice-president. Adams, Jacqueline Adams, Yvonne Aldrich, Carol Aldrich, Terry Andres, Kathy Armstrong, Matthew Bailey. Bryan Basly, Yvonne Baughman, Gary Baushke, Douglas Bearden, Randy Becht, Kileen Becker, Therese Bellman, Frank Beilman, Mark Bennett, Becky Bettich, Randy Bishop, David Blackwood, Kristi Blankenship, Debbie Blough, Joan Boyer, Cindy Brant, Jon Buckhorn, Conni Burrow, Dawn Butler, Lori Carlson, Kim Casper, Brenda Cheatham, Leona Clem, Leon 56 Coffey, Rodney Conrich, Debra Cooper, Denise Cooper, Jackie Costanza, Louann Cowan, Paulette Cummings, Ronnie Cuthbert, Brian Davis, Darryl Davis, William DePriest, Raymond Dickerson, Anita Dickerson, Ann Dustin, Lori Eaton, Carl Elston. Donna Ertman, Jon Faher, Andy Faher, Nancy Fairbanks, Kerion Fecho, Michael Fellner, Debbie Foster, Steve Garland, Jeff Garrison, Tim Gatchell, Tamra Gilson, Chuck Gonzalez, Cathy Grandberry, Rosie Grubb, Rusty Gurley, Judy Hagood, Susan Hahn, Carla Harasewicz, Nancy Henson, Rebecca Hicks, Beth Ann Hill, Steven Holt, Judith Hughes, Ken Hunter, Daryla Jarvis, Karen Jinkins, Tammy Juergensen, Jeff King, Eileen Krugh, Marlene Kurbis, Thcron Lamp, Ronda Leban, Frank Leitz, Jim Leslie Ed Lyons, Theresa Mata, Lupe McCarthy, Pat McNulty, Robert Merrill, Jay Miller. Jamie Milliken, Jimmy Millis, Joan Millis, Julie Mitchell. Kevin Molter, Pamela Moore, Linda Mottl, Dave Murphy, Patricia Nash, Reba Nichols, Steve Nowman, Eric O'Hara, Denis Okay, Angela Oliver, Karen Osborn, Sheri Ott, Ann Quinn, Pat Price, Ivan Probst, Lonny Pullins, Bambie Ratter, Brian Reed. Kevin 58 Reimer, Cindy Reschke, Kenneth Rodgers, Don Rodriquez, Walt Rosenbaum, Bill Rosenberg, Michelle Rowady, Randall Rumbaugh, Kim Russ, Debbie Schlipp, Robin Sempert, John Shearer, Karen Simaz, Bill Skibbe, Darlene Smith, Barbara Steinke, Andrew Stockman, Bane Stover, Justine Strasser, Michael Suarez, Cruz Trowbridge, Laurie Turbyfill, Wayne Umphrey, David Vladic, Mark Ward, Kenneth Westemhoven, Jill Wier, Kathy Wolske, Kathleen Zehner, Gerald Zielke, Kenneth NOT PICTURED Chestnutt, Jana Clark. Eddie Farris, James Gomez, Isa Jenkins, Jeffery Juergensen, Jody Mason. Sheila Merryman, Allen Rital, Bruce Williams, Diane 59 60 Akright, Mark Arent, Calvin Armstrong, Edward Bailey, Terry Ball. Melinda Barton, Jeannie Becker, Joseph Benson, James Bishop, Larry Blackwood, Kathy Blackenship, Laurie Blaylock, Patricia Boers, Louis Bone, Pete Bonebright, Jerry Bowerman, Sandra Bowers, James Briney, Michael Burkle, Bonnie Cardenas, Manuel Churchill, Kent Clark. Michael Clem, Wanda Cluster, Randy Collins, Susan Cook. Sharon Costanza, Santo Davis, Douglas Dehring, Kenneth Demski, Carolyn 61 Dohm, Bryan Douglas, Louise Dyrcz, Joe Elliott. Tammy Elston, Pamela Engle, Susan Fecho, Richard Fentress, Richard Froehlich, Linda Gilliam, Debra Gonzalez, Joe Gonzalez, Teresa Grajauskis, Jeanne Gray, Donna Griffin, Russell Griffith, Debra Groth, Lori Hanko, Shirley Hardin. Rhonda Harte, Cindy Hartlerode, Craig Hartlerode, Kyle Haskins, Mary Holt, Joyce Kerstetter, Jim King, Marlene Kremers, Cynthia Krieger, Roger Kunst, Dana Lange, Shawn Lay, Beth Layman, Anita Layman, Karen Layman, Kevin Leitz, Judy Lowe, Karen McAfee, Christine McAfee, Doris McAfee, Shirley McKie. Kristie Meister, Anna Michael, Shari Millis, Janet Murphy, Larry Nelson, Richard Newman, Daniel Newsome, Eric Osby, Carol Peek, Billy Pendleton, James Price, Robert Ramirez, Irma Renbarger, Will Reyes, Mauricio Rice, Perry Ricketts, Michael 62 Robards. Arthur Roberts, Bonnie Robinson, Mary Rodeli, Kathy Schemenauer, Michael Schulz. Judith Skaggs, Wayne Smith, Diane Stolfo, Melissa Summerford, Daivd Sutherland. David Teichman, Cynthia Thomas, James Tillstrom, Gary Vega, Tony Vladic. Markay Ward, Pamela Weber, Tim Welcher, Susan Whitaker, Daniel White, Phyllis Whitehead, Steve Wilson, Bettye Wright, Marion Yircott, David Young, Steve Zehner, Sue NOT PICTURED Andrews, David Bandurski, Lyle Boers, George Brumley. Willie Faher, Gary Froeber, Larry Goldstein, Michael Gonzalez, Gilbert Hunter, Charles Krone, Donald Uneberry, Bud Masterson, Debra Mata. Sara Reynolds, Keith Rosenberg. Steve Sawyer. Randall Smith, Diane Vernon, Andy 63 BACK ROW, L io R: Lori Groth, Secretary; and Pamela Elston, Treasurer. FRONT ROW, L to R: Shirley McAfee, President; and Linda Froehlich, Vice- President . 64 dm 4 77 SEATED BACK ROW, L to R: Linda Haskins, Treasurer; Roger Daughtery, President: Faith Otte, Secretary. SEATED IN FRONT: Brian Flow- ers, Vice-President. Adams, L. C. Amt, Cheryl Amt, Debbie Blankenship, Wendy Blunier, Teresa Boone. April Boone, Clyde Broderick, Bill Burbach, Kevin Cahoon, Mary Cheatham, James Christy, James Cochran, Mike Daughtery, Roger DePriest, Mike Dewey, Larry Dohm, Lori Douglas, Ellen Dud as, Cindy Dunn, Diana Durham, Dennis Edinger, Jeff Edinger, Mary Edwards, Richard Eisner, Alan Emhoff, Randy Femey, Kathy Fields, Mike Findlay. Cary Flowers, Brian 65 Geisler, Lori Hall, Sonia Hamer. Jeff Harris, Jody Harte, Toby Haskins. Linda Hass, Sue Heminger, Mike Kliemchen, Renell Kraklau, Dennis Kublick, Pam Kublick, Robin Kunst, Tracy Leban, Joe Leslie, Annette Lombardo, Rhonda Lovell, Paula Mason, Linda McAfee. Ruthie Merrill, Lyle Morrical, Linda Murphy, Felicia Nelson, Ron Ostem a, Dale Otte, Faith Ott, Carolyn Palis, Nancy Pifer, Karl Reimer, Cheryl Roberts, Brenda Rodell, Kevin Rodgers. Dave Rose, Claude Ruhl, Ron Schoene, Ed Shaver, Ronnie Simaz, Joe Smilh. Mike Stover, Maxine Strasser, Sandra Struble, Paula Tavolacci, Kathy Teichman, Lynell Thomas, Jeff Townsend, Karen Umphrey, Linda Valdes, Elizabeth Vernon, Ore Jean Vickery, Virginia Vladic, Tammie Walker, Cheryl Williams, Bruce Wright, Monroe Zielke, Elaine NOT PICTURED Davis, Cindy Aubill, Jack Bailey, Mike Benson, Eddie Blaylock, Rhonda Bone, Ricky Byrd, Terry Edwards, Thomas Galtzew, Christine Gonzalez, David Grandberry, Randy Hass, Kerry Krugh, Edward McAfee, Tracy Michael, Brian Pike, Malcolm Tillman, Ray Williams, Reva Yacklich, Joseph 67 f!te i-. ii « junior Glass slatted the year by selling more tftagasiues iw theit annual lUau any ©the '-'lass in the history -U the iMWfil •. 'the Money earned In this drive was used K'r life n j 't Sent©)' I'taittw l ire ether events were selling eotreessions at the basketball Sevres aM Vfiawus firn plae© ©it tire Ireimeevniitg i'kms, A wUliUtiuess w wvwh and a sense ©f niass MspsmMltty vilvabav-veviiievl the. ©lass ©v 'f'u 'ISt. We the People 69 Bo kL ofr BduuCCttUn v FRONT ROW: L to R: Mr. William Renbarger, Vice-President, Mrs. Reva Murphy, President, Mr. Bruce Dustin, Secretary, Mr. James Nichols, Treasurer. BACK ROW: LtoR: Mr. Sheldon Rosenberg, Trustee, Mr. Franklin Jackson, Trustee, and Mr. Tom Ferry, Trustee. 4 70 This book contains the record by both word and pictures of many activities of the students in the Eau Claire High School during the 1975-76 school year. A school year of which we are really proud. We are proud of the total dedication of our staff and students whether it was involvement in an athletic event or involvement as a student in one of the many curric- ulum offerings in school. Our students have been dedicated to doing the best job they can. To giving it their best shot and to graduating with the knowledge that regardless of the score they are true winners now as they will be in life. I salute the students and school staff for their dedication and achievement during the 1975-76 school year. Best wishes in all of your future endeavors. Sincerely, Dr. William F. Schaefer III Superintendent of Schools The 1975-76 school year has certainly been a banner year for ECHS and particularly for the 1976 seniors. Academic, musical, athletic, and performing arts heights never before reached were gained. This school year I commend all our students for their contribution to our programs and the contin- ued pride they inspire by this. John A. Laskarides High School Principal 72 TOP LEFT. Mrs. Virginia Jewell. Counselor; BOTTOM LEFT. Mrs. Betty Popke, Secretary: ABOVE RIGHT. Mr. Denton Kime, Counselor. EO-fQ RtCuJky Rejects hdmstand BtiHiustasitt Pg. 74 Right Corner. MRS. HAHN, Lower Left Comer, MISS SCHILLING, Lower Right Corner, MR. GRAY Pg. 75 Left Corner, MR. HOLM, Right Corner, MRS. GOLDNER, Lower Left Cor- ner, MR. PICA, Lower Right Corner, MR. KIME 74 Pg. 78 Above. MR. SHOOP, Upper Right. MR. FLAGEL. Lower Left. MR. BER- GAN, Lower Right. MRS. B1ERLE1N Pg. 79 Upper Left. MR. CONTO, Upper Right Comer. MR. BRAUER, Lower Left, MR. COLE. Lower Right Comer. MRS. SNYDER 78 79 Tt Cook ft xmL FtyftPeopfk Far right picture, Duane Stiles, Custodians. Left to right, Jim Enders, Margart Malloy, Dale Woodward, Dick Blighton. Cooks, Left to right, Mrs. Bekizo, Mrs. Blighton, Mrs. Burbach, Mrs. Adams. Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Fecho. 81 BUS DRJIBRC FRONT ROW. L to R: Mrs. Haskins, Mrs. Bishop, Mrs. Stolfo. Miss Harper, Mr. Wright, Mr. Wright. BACK, L to R: Mrs. Fryer, Mrs. Churchill, Mrs. Michaels, Mrs. Weatherly, Mrs. Kerstetter. 82 We the People 7 ----------- Oiga atims YewibooU SITTING FRONT: L to R: Denice Blighton, Barb Hinton, Patti Bekizo, Cherie Schlipp, David Leitz. SECOND ROW SITTING: L to R: Laura Taylor, Lori Dewey, Ken Sells, Larry Dewey, Andy Schilling, Larry Bartels, Lori Groth, Teresa Gonzalez, Marie Wright, Jeannie Barton. STANDING, L to R: Brian Pucheu, Joan Beilman, Debbie Arm, Jim Kerstetter, Teresa Rankin, Nelson Layman, Linda Morrical, Don McAfee, Karen Townsend , Randy Grandberry , Nancy Johnson. Lynn Teichman, Pam Young, Monroe Wright, Mr. Braucr. Selling ads, picking pictures, writ- ing copy, and working on layouts. All of these aspects of the Beaver Tales were supervised very well by tri-edi- tors Teresa Rankin, Ken Sells, and Lori Dewey. 84 AJewSpctp t Senior wills, centerfolds, puzzles, and heap of the month were just a few of the articles that made up the Beaver Bark for 1975-76. Debbie Dudas, editor of this year’s paper, worked very hard to keep the staff from being the typical high school newspaper staff. The many tal- ented individuals that made up the class molded themselves into a unit to produce the Beaver Bark for the stu- dents of ECHS. SITTING: L to R: Cindy Dudas. Margie Hawkins, Cindy Cantrell, Diane Wilier, Missy Stolfo, Susan Engle, Pam Ward, Kris McKie, Cheryl Amt, Jim Kerstetter. STANDING: L to R: Don Krone, Jim Christy, Danny Newman, Lynn Man- ner, Larry Bishop, Perry Rice, Jeff Thomas. Dan Briney, Terry Hawkins, Tom Hamptom, Trent Stockman, Claude Rose, Debbie Dudas, George Boers. Mr. Brauer. 85 To be picked as a member of ihe National Honor Society is one of the best honors that can be obtained by any high school student. At ECHS the National Honor Society, made up of juniors and seniors is in charge of the all school honors ban- quet each year. Members of the society have been sworn in as members because of their character, service, leadership, and scholarship. This is truly the ultimate award for a high school student. SITTING: L to R: Ellen Newsome, Dianne Wilier, Cruz Mata, Laura Taylor, Denise Geisler. STANDING: L to R: Lecanne Tillstrom, Teresa Rankin, Brenda Renbarger, Denise Blighton, Nancy Johnson, Kim Brant, Mrs. Hahn. 87 Lto R: Bill Simaz, Mike Cochran, Irma Ramirez, Lynn Teichman, Lyle Merrill, Dale Ostema, Karen Lowe, A1 Eisner, and Mr. Down 88 Chufetct Ornate FRONT ROW: L to R: Doug Davis, Darrell Davis, Lynn Tcichman, Brian Flow- ers, Nelson Layman, Don McAfee, Ellen Newsome. BACK ROW: L to R: Judy Leitz, Cindy Dudas, Judy Holt, Beth Hicks, Cindy Kremers, Leeanne Tillst- rom, President, Debbie Dudas, John Foster, Sharon Kerstetter, Cherie Schlipp, Denise Blighton. The student senate sponsored the Homecoming Dance fea- turing Pullman West. They also instituted several new poli- cies within the school. The students gained a better under- standing of school government and worked with the faculty and administration to better the school for everyone. 89 1 GtA titu Chib FRONT ROW: L to R: Don McAfee, Monroe Wright, Dale Ostema, Russ Grif- fin, Jeff Hamer, Jerry Hopkins, Don Krone. 2nd ROW: L to R: Jerry Bone- bright, Gilbert Gonzalez, Larry Dewey, George Boers, A1 Cheatham, Larry Bartels, Larry Westerhoven, Ed Shoene. 3rd ROW: L to R: Gilbert Vernon, Bob Bearden, Jim Christy, Brian Flowers, Santo Costanza. 4th ROW: L to R: Terry Adams, Randy Grandberry, Kevin Burbach, Dan Briney, Dennis Durham, Terry Hawkins, Dan Newman, Mike Cochran, Eric Newsome. BACK ROW: L to R: Coach Paul Bergan, Nelson Layman, Roger Daugherty, Bill Simaz, Mike Bailey, Joe Simaz, Bryan Dohm, Rick Fentress, Coach Ken Brauer. The Varsity Club sold candy for the new award sweaters and other equip- ment for the athletic department. They also assisted at athletic contests with crowd control. 90 Library Aides for this year were from Left to Right: Pam King, Sandy Strasser, Mrs. Bowerman, and John Foster. Office Aides for the 1975-76 year were from Left to Right: Mrs. Chisek, Ellen Newsome, Laura Dehring, Becky Bennett, and Jody Harrison. Seated is Mrs. Young. 91 Wo Study L to R: Brenda Johnson, Kim Brant, Debbie Dudas, Debbie Eichler, Cindy Mason, Kathy Grandberry, Frank Clark, Larry Bartels, Jerry McAfee, David Cantrell, Pam Westlake, Don McAfee, Anita Bone, Ken Sells, Tom Hamp- Johnson, Mike Silva, Carole Basly, Dan Briney, Rodney Jannert, Dan Pendel- ton, Keith West, Joe Dudas, Jesse Woolf, Jeff Garrison. Don Karn, Sharyl ion, Sharon Kerstetter, Don Weckler, Terry Adams. FRONT ROW: L to R: L. C. Adams. Terry Adams. Jerry McAfee. 2nd ROW: L to R: Ruthie McAfee, Marie Wright, Linda Moore, Doris McAfee, Linda Mason, Shirley McAfee, Kathy Grandberry, Larry Murphy, Ray DePriest. BACK ROW: L to R: Paulette Cowan, Rosie Grandberry, Pat Murphy, Randy Grandberry, Monroe Wright, Tracy McAfee, Gilbert Gonzalez, James Thomas, Kevin Mitchell, David Anderson. WE THE PEOPLE flAu£t Pobt Poiv £vd! L io R: Cindy Herr, Lori Dewey, Patti Bekizo. Lori Dustin, Melody Clem, Margie Hawkins, Captain Cherie Schlipp. Ucy'toetfes L to R: Maxine Stover, Head Majorette Teresa Rankin, Debbie Dudas. Once again the Band marching sea- son of super halftime shows fades into the past. A montage of events, drill instruction, field works, trying and lots of yelling becomes etched into the minds of our fine band members and the memories of this and other march- ing seasons will mellow into a feeling of school spirit and enjoyment. Remember the ’’shortest” night rehearsal? Or the time the wind” knocked Mr. Pete's hat off? Or the time you had your feet marked left” and right? 95 BCtM i -----Jdk thbpiMs During the 1975 season, Eau Claire had the special assist- ance of John Martinez, student teacher from Michigan State University. The work he became involved in had a definite positive effect on both the students and himself. Highlights of the halftime shows include ”A Tribute to Bacharach, a Bicentennial show,’ ”A Tribute to Neil Diamond” and others. The band attended the University of Michigan Band Day at Ann Arbor. The 1975 EC Marching Band was much appreciated by the team, fans, and students of the Eau Claire Community for their enjoyable halftime performances. 96 FRONT ROW, L to R: POM PON GIRLS: Cherie Schlipp, Lori Dustin. Lori Dewey. Cindy Hen, Patti Bekizo, Melody Clem, Margie Hawkins. SEC- OND ROW, L to R: Mary Haskins, Robin Kublick, Linda Haskins, Linda Froehlich. Cyndee Harte, Shawn Lange, Eileen King, Darlene Skibbe, Carol Aldrich. Robin Schlipp. THIRD ROW. L to R: Karen Jarvis. Kim Carlson. Jackie Adams. Dan Whitaker. Wanda Clem, Kevin Reed. Bill Simaz. Steve Nichols. Dave Mottl, Brian Ratter, Sheri Cook. Allan Flowers, Mary Alice Cahoon. FOURTH ROW, L to R: Andy Faher. Cindy Krcmers, Bruce Wil- liams, LouAnn Costanza. Dana Kunst, Wayne Turbyfill, Markey Vladic, Ed Schoene, Ron Cluster, Mark Byers, Mike Heminger. Ken Reschke, Larry Westerhoven. FIFTH ROW. L to R: Director Mike Petersen. MAJORETTES: Maxine Stover, Teresa Rankin, Debbie Dudas, Brian Flowers, Heidi Miller, LeeAnne Tillstrom, Barbi Hinton, Jerry Boncbright. Kathy Rodell, Kim Rum- baugh, Pam Young. NOT PICTURED: David Sutherland, Kent Churchill, Bambi Pullens. 98 Chatti and Gigs The 1976 Stage Band, performing for its second year, helped pick up the now sound of today's music. The Axes of the Stage Band were the saxaphones, trombones, baritone, tuba, and comets. The drums set the beat and the piano supplied the accompaniment. Band members read off such Charts as Mercy, Mercy, Mercy, Traces, Sugar Plum, Watermelon Rock, and Oochie, Ooochie Rock. The Gigs included the Spring Concert and the Honors Banquet. To put it all together were: Dave Sutherland, Dana Kunst, Lou- Ann Costanza, Bruce Williams, Cindy Kremers, Leeanne Tillstrom, Mark Byers, Ken Reshke, Mike Heminger, Wayne Turbyfill, Larry Westerhoven, Lynn Teichman, Sheri Cook, Bill Simaz, Brian Ratter, Allan Flowers, and Maryalice Cahoon. Drummers were Jerry Bonebright and Kim Rum- baugh. Piano accompanists were Barbi Hinton and Juha Will- man. This year’s concert Band provided a variety of music throughout the year. They performed at the Winter Con- cert , a Bicentennial Spring Concert and a Pops and Awards Concert. The Band also participated in the MSBOA Dis- trict VI Band Festival at Bridgman and earned a 11 Division rating. Seven band members participated in the Solo and Ensemble Festival. Maryalice Cahoon - Comet Solo - I division, Heidi Miller - French Horn Solo - II division, Linda Haskins, Mary Haskins - Flute, Clarinet Duet - III division, Ron Cluster - Trombone Solo - III division, Ed Schoene - Trombone Solo - Ill division, Ron Cluster, Ed Schoene - Trombone Duet - III division, Bruce Williams - Saxaphone Solo - III divi- sion. Outstanding band member was Leeanne Tillstrom. 99 f-fcuw CtyJLute Cutg ct £ottcj UctrUMCwJfofi The 1975-76 Senior High Choir, under the direction of Mike Petersen, performed at the Winter Concert, Spring Concert, and the Pops and Awards Concert. Their featured selec- tion at the Winter Concert was the ”Carol of Christmas, a cantata about 30 minutes in length. A variation of Bicentennial Music was featured at the Spring Concert. Outstanding Choir member was Juha Willman. FRONT ROW, L io R: Pam Elston, Annette Leslie, Beth Ann Hicks, Tammy Jenkins, Bonnie Burkle, Janet Millis. Mary Alice Cahoon. SECOND ROW, L to R: Becky Henson, Debbie Fellner, Jody Harris, Laurie Trowbridge, Carolyn Ott, Julie Millis, Joan Millis. Shawn Lange. THIRD ROW, L to R: Teresa Rankin, Phyllis White, Donna Gray, Joyce Holt, Randy Rowady, Karen Lowe, Barbi Hinton, Pam King, Patti Bek- izo. FOURTH ROW, L to R: Brian Flowers, Mark Byers, Jerry Bonebright, James Thomas, Ed Leslie, Juha Willman, Director Mike Petersen, Ron Cluster, Dennis Kraklau. NOT PICTURED: Melody Clem, Tricia Blaylock, Brenda Reynolds. 100 We the People 101 104 mm FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Coach Sager, Bill Simaz, Dan Newman, Brian Dohm. Anita Layman, Faith Otte, Juha Willman. BACK ROW: Roger Daugherty. Nelson Layman, Eric Newsome. Brian Flowers. Mike Cochran. Gilbert Vernon. 106 f-fcwii tS Rwvfo Best Seasow Even This season proved to be the most successful in the seven year history of cross country at Eau Claire High School. They started the season a relatively young and inexperienced team with most runners in their first year. Also an addition this year was Eau Claire’s first foreign exchange student. Juha Willman arrived from Finland this fall and proved himself to be a fine runner. Cross country is probably more of a head sport than any- thing else. To be successful, a runner must know his abilities and sometimes do what he thinks he cannot. This is what the E.C. Harriers faced, for with no previous experience, they were not sure of their potential. But under the leadership of Coach Sager and super running of Roger Daugherty, who for two consecutive years has gone to the state meet, this turned out to be the finest season ever for Eau Claire High School Cross Country. 107 After a lull of a couple of years the Eau Claire golf team resumed competition. With several underclassmen the Beavers worked toward experience and a promising future. Team mem- bers this year were Dan Briney, Mark Byers, Brian Ratter, Brian Cuthbert, Wayne Turbyfill, Wayne Skaggs, Steve Nichols and Coach Tom Flagel. 108 KNEELING. Left to Right: Jerry McAfee, Coach Dave Gray, Don McAfee. A1 Flowers, Brian Flowers. Nelson Layman. Randy Grandberry, Mike Bailey. STANDING: George Boers, Mgr.: Jeff Hamer, Terry Adams, Nathan Lanier, Dave Rodgers. Asst. Coach Dick Sager. KNEELING. Left to Right: Tim Weber. Kevin Burbach. STANDING: Coach Leban. Dale Ostema, Jerry Bonebright, Carl Pifer, Jeff Edinger. Dick Sager, Dan Newman, Brian Dohm. Chuck Hunter. Eric Newsome, Joe 109 Cag ti Botifa 12-8 Ceasotu AdcthiS Leads R dAMOw Cccnuig Cl no The 1976 fighting Beavers basketball team, led by six sen- iors and four juniors, started strong winning six in a row. Then they suffered back to back losses to Galien and Bridg- man. Coach Dave Gray worked his team as they fought to rebuild their power. The Beavers finished their regular season play with a 12-8 record. Leading scorer Terry Adams was injured for three weeks, but the scoring slack was picked up by junior forward Randy Grandberry. Making the All-Conference team was Red Arrow scoring champion, Terry Adams with an average of 21.5 points per game, the sixth highest average in Red Arrow Conference history. Also making Honorable Mention was Jerry McAfee, who led the team in assist and free-throw percentage. Seniors playing their final year for the Beavers were A1 Flowers, Terry Adams, Don McAfee, Jerry McAfee, Nelson Layman, and Nathan Lanier. This year's JV Basketball squad got off to a relatively slow start. Although they were lacking in speed and experi- ence, the little Beavers were very determined. They were led by Chuck Hunter who provided the scoring punch and by the superb defensive efforts of center Eric Newsome. Combined with Tim Weber quarterbacking the offense, the JV'ers got it all together by winning the Christmas Tournament played on the Beavers home court, first by defeating Gobles, and then the championship game over Michigan Lutheran. After finding new confidence our team went on to make a fine season of the 1975-76 campaign. 112 113 Pioshf-fau® Qeasotv ofa Lmmutg The 1975-76 freshman basketball team includes: KNEELING: Steve Nichols. STANDING: L to R: James Thomas. Ray DePriest. Don Rodgers. Dave Mottl. Brian Ratter, Jon Ertman, Mark Vladic, Tim Garrison, Ken Reschke, Jeff Garland. NOT PICTURED: Kevin Mitchell, and coaches Ray i Deja, and Wayne Diver. The Freshman Beavers gained valuable basketball experi- ence during the 1975-76 season. Led by Kevin Mitchell, Tim Garrison, and Mark Vladic, the little Beavers improved their basketball skills throughout the year. The coaching was handled by Mr. Deja for the first part of the year and Mr. Diver for the remainder of the season. 114 WtestHms Piem Qtote FRONT ROW, Left to Right: Don Krone, Dave YIrcott, Terry Hawkins, Jerry John Sempert, Pat McCarthy, Jeff Jurgensen, Tony Ealey, Perry Rice, Louis Hopkins, Don Bailey, Mike Hanko, Joe Simaz, Dan Pike, Steve Juroff, Bill Boers, Walter Rodriguez, Jamie Miller, Coach John Simaz, Coach Paul Ber- Simaz. BACK ROW, Left to Right: Coach Tim Bergan, Coach Juan Mata, gan. NOT PICTURED: Larry Dewey. The 1976 Fighting Beavers finished the best overall record in Eau Claire history. Sporting a 17-0 dual meet record with victories in the Eau Claire Invitational and the Berrien Springs Invitational and a second in the Springport Invitational, the Beavers proved that wrestling is an up and coming sport at ECHS. Three Beavers placed in the state Wrestling Tournament. Joe Simaz placed 5th, Jerry Hopkins placed 6th, and Mike Hanko, 7th. 116 117 REGIONAL QUALIFIERS: Dave Yircott. Mike Hanko, Jerry Hopkins, Joe Simaz, Bill Simaz. COACHES: Tim Bergan. Juan Mala, Paul Bergan, John Simaz. VoASctcf BatebaM BACK ROW: L to R: Coach Holmes. Dave Rodgeis, Dan Briney, Richard Luft, to R: Jercy Bonebright, Will Renbarger, Mike Fields, Kevin Buebach, Dan Allan Flowers, Brian Flowers, Mike Cochran, Dale Ostema. FRONT ROW: L Newman, Jeff Edingcr. J.V.BasebcM FRONT ROW: L to R: Russell Griffin, Manuel Cardenas. Jeff Juergensen, Andy Armstrong, Tim Garrison. David Bishop, Kevin Mitchell, Don Rodgers. Steinke, Ken Hughes, Wayne Turbyfill. BACK ROW: L to R: Brian Ratter, Ed 118 ••• Wwa 'MV£R$ M Ur 10-4 122 The ECHS 1975-76 track team members are: KNEELING: L to R: Bill Simaz, Mike Bailey, Gilbert Gonzales, Jerry Hopkins, Don McAfee, Jamie Miller. STANDING: Coach Eric Gohlke. James Thomas, Roger Daugherty, George Boers, Gilbert Vernon, A1 Cheqtham, Jeff Thomas. NOT PICTURED: Joe Simaz. 123 124 The experience of Don McAfee, Jerry Hopkins, Joe Simaz, and Roger Daugherty kept the Beavers going during a season that found the Beavers losing all their dual meets. Jerry Hopkins set the school record in the discus, a new event in Michigan this year. Don McAfee, second in the Rotary Meet, tied the school record in the 220. Don also qualified for the State Track Meet in the 100 and 220. 125 124 The experience of Don McAfee, Jerry Hopkins, Joe Simaz, and Roger Daugherty kept the Beavers going during a season that found the Beavers losing all their dual meets. Jerry Hopkins set the school record in the discus, a new event in Michigan this year. Don McAfee, second in the Rotary Meet, tied the school record in the 220. Don also qualified for the State Track Meet in the 100 and 220. 125 VARSITY BASKETBALL We They LMC 79 80 Edwardsburg 60 58 New Buffalo 70 52 VARSITY FOOTBALL Watervliet 62 51 We They Hartford 72 59 Bloomingdale 22 8 Galien 72 76 New Buffalo 12 6 Bridgman 50 61 Lake Michigan Catholic 26 48 Berrien Springs 67 63 Hartford 12 46 LMC 60 69 Galien 8 26 Edwardsburg 68 69 Bridgman 30 12 Watervliet 56 47 Berrien Springs 28 6 Cassopolis 43 80 Watervliet 6 36 Hartford 65 56 Galien 50 69 Michigan Lutheran 59 37 Bridgman 60 69 Berrien Springs 72 63 New Buffalo 64 55 New Buffalo 64 53 Michigan Lutheran 64 34 Edwardsburg 73 74 varsity Cross country Place Matjawan Invitational 12th EC - 43 Buchanan - 18 EC-25 Watervliet Invitational 18th New Buffalo - 32 EC - 44 Olivet Invitational 12th LMC - 18 EC - 20 Fennville Invitational 10th Bridgman - 42 EC-32 Hanford - 23 EC - 44 Berrien County Meet 10th Barrien Springs - 18 EC - 20 Galien - 39 EC - 43 Watervliet - 19 EC - 43 Conference Meet 5th Buchanan - 19 EC - 15 Coven - 45 EC - 47 Watervliet - 20 Meet - Regional Meet 13th Roger Daugheny 30th Place VARSITY WRESTLING We They Cassopolis 42 14 Watervliet 49 9 Springport Inv. 2nd place Cassopolis 40 16 Edwardsburg 38 23 Decatur 40 15 St. Joseph 29 20 Bloomingdale 54 3 Covert 49 jo Berrien Inv. 1st place LMC 48 9 Edwardsburg 34 26 LMC 48 15 Decatur 50 8 Watervliet 46 12 Bloomingdale 63 0 Eau Claire Inv. 1st place River Valley 56 3 Berrien Springs 28 24 Coven 50 9 VARSITY TRACK We They Galien 65 67 New Buffalo 65 67 Watervliet 26 106 Watervliet Relays 11 Blossomland Relays 23 Benien Springs 41 88 Hanford 52 83 Bridgman 63 69 Buchanan 36 96 Buck Relays 27 LMC 30 98 Regionals 8 Conference 8 State Rotary Meet St. Joesph VARSITY BASEBALL Constantine We 2 They 12 Dowagiac 0 10 Dowagiac 3 4 Galien 2 12 Bloomingdale 4 3 Berrien Springs 0 19 New Buffalo 1 4 LMC 0 13 Hartford 3 2 Bridgman 6 8 Watervliet 3 15 LMC 3 2 Galien 3 2 Bloomingdale 4 9 Berrien Springs 0 7 New Buffalo 3 15 Hanford 1 4 Constantine 2 3 Bridgman 3 17 Watervliet 4 16 Pre-district - Edwardsburg 6 10 126 Be u i ICucjUm BcMb (fits Qbdkes The 1975-76 bowling team members were: Wayne Skaggs, Mark Froelich, Dennis Kracklau, Mark Byers, David Bishop, Wayne Turbyfill, Ron Nelson, Rick Nelson, Andy Schilling, Will Tennison, Andy Bedunah, A1 Eisner, Chuck Gilson, Claude Rose, Jack Aubill, Mike Schemenauer, Steve Hill, Jan Juergensen, Heidi Miller, Markay Vladic, Laura Taylor, Ellen Newsome, Jody Juer- gensen, Sharon Versaw, Brenda Reynolds, Karen Burton, Nancy Johnson. 127 GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL We They Edwardsburg 30 65 Bloomingdalc 59 35 New Buffalo 54 22 LMC 25 48 Hanford 56 34 Bloomingdale 29 15 Galien 40 35 Decatur 47 39 Bridgman 44 14 Berrien Springs 43 50 Watervliet 39 15 Berrien Springs 23 55 Edwardsburg 36 61 Berrien Springs 24 72 GIRLS TRACK We They Galien 88 21 New Buffalo 65 50 Watervliet 53V 58V Berrien Springs 31 83 Hartford 41 73 Bridgman 35 75 Buchanan 64V 49V LMC 53 59 GIRLS SOFTBALL We They Bloomingdale 22 10 Saugatuck 20 2 Berrien Springs 16 5 Hartford 13 4 Gobles 13 32 LMC 8 13 Bloomingdale 17 14 Berrien Springs 12 13 Galien 10 0 New Buffalo 17 14 Hartford 23 12 Gobles 18 19 Bridgman 17 4 Watervliet 21 15 Saugatuck 26 2 Coven 17 0 LMC 10 9 District Finals Edwardsburg 14 10 Mason County Central 14 13 Regional Finals Kalamazoo Christian 7 15 GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL We They Watervliet 1 15 9 15 LMC 15 7 4 15 16 14 Galien 8 15 14 16 Bridgman 13 15 3 15 New Buffalo 15 1 7 15 13 15 Hanford 17 15 13 15 15 13 Berrien Springs 5 15 11 15 District Tournament Buchanan 2 15 4 15 Conference Tournament Hartford 8 15 15 11 13 15 Conference Tournament Watervliet 7 15 5 15 128 TOP LEFT - Terry Bailey. Kathy Rodell. Karen Layman, Ruthie McAfee. Mason. Felicia Murphy and Coach: Mrs. Snyder. Lynn Teichman. Tammie Vladic, Pam Young, Kim Rumbaugh. Linda This year’s Varsity Basketball Team had their first winning season in Eau Claire’s history. The varsity finished third in the conference and their record was 8 wins and 5 losses. Kathy Rodell, the leading scorer, was voted most valuable on the team. Captain, Lynn Teichman, was the leading rebounder. Kim Rumbaugh was voted Most Improved Player by her teammates. 131 STANDING: Shirley McAfee, Becky Bennett, Carla Hahn, Joanne Grajauskis, Mason, Darlene Skibbe, Patricia Murphy, and Leona Cheatham, Coach: Mrs. Kristi Blackwood, Kathi Blackwood, Shawn Lange. Carol Aldrich. Sheila Snyder. The JV Basketball team had one of the most successful sea- sons in Eau Claire’s history. The JV team finished this year with a record of 8 wins and 6 losses. Most Valuable Player on the team this year was Shirley McAfee, who was also second in high scoring. Shawn Lange was selected as high scorer for the year. The captain, Joanne Grajauskis, was voted leading rebounder for the JV team, and Most Improved Player was Kathi Blackwood. 133 JVs Cmwdnjofo ow FwtdoM tdctfo BACK ROW: L to R: Mrs. Snyder, Jody Juergensen, Lori Dustin, Conni Buck- Michele Rosenberg, Eileen King, Darlene Skibbe. NOT PICTURED: Kim horn, Lori Butler, Kathy Wier, Kathy Wolske, Marlene Krugh, Ann Dicker- Rumbaugh. son. FRONT ROW: L to R: Tamra Gatchcll, Sue Hagood, Laurie Trowbridge, 134 STANDING: Coach: Mrs. Snyder, Pam Young, Lori Dohm, Linda Haskins, Hass, Teresa Blunier, Darlene Skibbe. Linda Morrical, Lori Geisler. BOTTOM: Tammy Gaichell. Terry Bailey, Sue The Eau Claire Beaverettes continued to display their spirit and enthusiasm throughout the entire season. The only two seniors on the Varsity team this year were Pam Young and Ellen Newsome, who have each played on the Varsity team for two years. First year members of the team along with the experienced team members con- tinued their excellent teamwork throughout the season to give them an even better record than last year. 135 The girls track team had a ter- rific season this year, setting new school records in all but one cat- egory, and taking 3rd place in the regionals. The team was led by seniors Pam Young, who was the season’s high scorer, and Regina Cowan, along with other team mates Lynn Teichman, Cindy Teichman, and freshman, Joan Blough and Leona Cheat- ham. Pam Young, Ruthie McAfee, Regina Cowan, and Doris McAfee placed 10th in the 440 relay, in the state track meet. Pam Young also came in 5th place in the 100 yd. dash and 8th place in the 220 yd. dash. The girls track team displayed their ability to work together, and to make this season one of the best so far. 136 Rutuuttg foRj lAwow' BOTTOM ROW: Yvonne Basely, Leona Cheatham, Faith Otte, Dana Kunst, Linda Mason, Sheila Mason, Kathy Gonzalez. Felicia Murphy. Patricia Murphy. Shirley McAfee. Pam Young. Joan Blough, Anita Layman. TOP ROW: Coach: Mrs. Snyder, Cindy Teichman, Teresa Gonzalez, Ruthie McAfee, Regina Cowan. Lynn Teichman, Nancy Palis, Kristie Blackwood. Lori Dohm. Paulette Cowan. 137 AJeupUtufounS, N upCoach QpVuJb omuL BACK ROW: Coach, Denton Kime, Shawn Lange, Cindy Kremers, Kaihi Blackwood. Tammy Vladic, Marlene King, Sue Hass. FRONT ROW: April Boone, Carla Hawn, Kathy Rodell, Karen Layman, Lori Blankenship, Terry Baily, Mary Edinger. 138 BOTTOM ROW: Debbie Eichler, Ellen Newsome, Debbie Dudas. TOP: Dena Hartlerode. Ruthie McAfee, and Cherie Schlipp. The Varsity Cheerleaders did a great job this year backing their school team. They were a great asset to our team and got everyone into the spirit of things. During the pep assemblies the Varsity Cheerleaders did many things, including skits to get the peo- ple, as well as the team, excited and full of spirit and pride. We will be los- ing five of our six Varsity Cheerleaders this year - three of which have sup- ported our team for four years - Ellen Newsome, Debbie Dudas, and Cherie Schlipp. Debbie Eichler and Dena Hartlerode have been cheerleaders for two years. Junior Ruthie McAfee has been a cheerleader for three years. 140 Ml BOTTOM: Cheri Osborn, Joan Blough, Patricia Murphy, Jackie Adam, Robin Schlipp, and Michele Rosenberg. Uustfol Uustkl £ ! ! The Eau Claire Wrestling cheerlead- ers maintained a lively spirit as they cheered the wrestling team on to an undefeated season. Not only did they do a great job cheering, they also mopped mats, and assisted at the Eau Claire Invitational. All of the cheerleaders were new this season except for Ellen Douglas and Captain, Kathy Tavolacci, who are second year cheerleaders. Other mem- bers are Co-captain, Paula Struble, Wendy Blankenship, Elaine Zielke, Tammy Elliott, Bettye Wilson, and Pam Kublick. BOTTOM: Pam Kublick, Paula Struble, Bettye Wilson, Wendy Blankenship, Ellen Douglas, Kathy Tavolacci, Elaine Zielke, Tammy Elliott. 142 143 144 pfayUtg, cotopetuig, grouting as Uvdlulduah. U 147 The 1975-76 Beaver Tales Staff would like to thank many people for making this book possible. Special thanks for help with the photography goes to: Mr. Krone - wrestling pictures Mr. Fein - wrestling pictures Herald Paladium - Bob Rutter pictures Redman Studios - Seniors and candids Andy Schilling - candids Thank you also to all of our advertisers. Without your generosity the book would not have been printed. The biggest thank-you of all goes to you, the people of Eau Claire High School. In this bicentennial year, what could be more appropriate than the theme, We, the People. Without people there would be no history for us to write, no pictures for us to take, and no reason to have a book. You are the history, the pictures, and the reason for this book. Enjoy, remember, laugh, and cry! It's for you and about you. Thank you! The Beaver Tales Staff U8 ADAMS. TERRY: Band 1; Basketball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Afro Club 1: Fel- lowship of Christian Athletes 1; Football 1: Drama 2-3: Varsity Club 2-3-4; Prom Com- mittee 3; Track 4: Graduation Committee 4: All Conference Basketball 3: Afro Club President 4. BAILEY. DON: Homecoming Representative 1: Football 1-2-3 - 4; Wrestling 1 - 2 - 3 - 4. BAILEY. MARLIN: Float Committee 4: Graduation Committee 4. BARTELS. LARRY: Yearbook 3-4: Wrestling 1-2-3: Football 1 - 2-3-4: Track 1: Vice President of Varsity Club 4: Industrial Arts Award 4. BASLY. CAROLE: Pom-Pon Girl 2: Co-op 4. BAUGHMAN. CHUCK: Drama 4. BEARDEN, BOB: Football 2-3-4; Outstanding An Award 4. BEDUNAH. ANDY: Ski Club 1: Tennis Club 1; Building Trades 3: Bowling 4: Co-op 4. BEILMAN, JOAN: Bat Girl 1: Band 1-2-3; Yearbook 4. BEKIZO, PATTI: Eco-Action Club 1: Drama 2: Pep Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Band 3-4: Choir 3-4: Pom-Pon Girl 3-4: Float Committee 2-3-4: Prom Committee 3; Yearbook 4; Graduation Committee 4; Girl's State Alternate 3: Outstanding Home Economics Award 3; National Honor Society 4. BLIGHTON, DENISE: Pep Club 1-2-3: Float Committee 2-3-4: Tennis Club 1; Class Treasurer 3: Prom Commit- tee 3; National Honor Society 3-4; Student Sen- ate Representative 4: Teacher’s Aide 4; Out- standing Bookkeeping Award 4: Yearbook 4; Graduation Committee 4: Co-op 4; Betty Crocker Award 4. BONE. ANITA: BRANT, KIMBERLY: Snow Queen 2: Girl's Track 3; Pom-Pon Girl 3; National Honor Society 3-4: Co-op 4: Eau Claire Miss Congeniality 1976. BRINEY. DAN: Baseball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Football 1-2-3: Basket- ball 1-2-3; Chess Club 1; Math Club 2; Float Committee 3: Prom Committee 3: Physics Award 3: Newspaper 4; Graduation Committee 4; Co-op 4. BURTON. KAREN: Student Senate Representative 1; Ski Club 1; Float Committee 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Bowling 4; Nurses Aide Training 2; Prom Committee 3: Yearbook 3: Teacher's Aide 4. BYERS. MARK: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Pep Club 1: Football 1: Choir 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Teacher’s Aide 2-4; Golf 4; Bowl- ing 2 - 4. CHEATHAM. ALLEN: Football 1-4; Basketball 1: Track 1: Wrestling 4. CLARK. FRANK: Co-op 4. Q riOsi CLEM, MELODY: Teacher's Aide 3-4; Pom-Pon Girl 3 - 4; Choir 4: Band 4: Float Committee 4; Graduation Com- mittee 4. CLUSTER. RON: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Pep Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Choir 1 -2-3-4; Bowling 1. COWAN. REGINA: Girl's Track 3-4; Volleyball 2-3-4: Girl's Baseball 1-2: Girl’s Basketball 1-4. DEHRING, LAURA: Office Aide 4. DEWEY. LORI: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Solo and Ensemble 1; Girl's Basketball 1: Pep Club 1-2: Float Committee 3; Pom-Pon Girl 3-4; Office Aide 2: Prom Com- mittee 3: Yearbook 3; Yearbook Editor 4; Girl's Softball 1; Band Secretary 4: Graduation Com- mittee 4. DUDAS. DEBBIE: Cheerleader 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Majorette 3-4; Stu- dent Senate Representative 1-2-3: Band 3-4: Girl's Track 2; Class Treasurer 3: Prom Commit- tee 3: Float Committee 3-4; Newspaper Editor 4: Graduation Committee 4; Vice-President of Student Senate 4: Service Award 4: Newspaper Award 4. DUDAS. JOE: Basketball 1-2: Football 1 - 2; Track 1-2; Stu- dent Senate Representative 1 - 2 - 3. EALEY. TONY: Wrestling 2-3-4: Varsity Club 2-3-4: Afro Club 2-3-4; Track 2: Football Manager 3-4: Drama 3; Prom Committee 3; Student Senate Representative 4: Graduation Committee 4; Co- op 4. EICHLER. DEBBIE: Ski Club 1-2; Pep Club 1-2: Teacher's Aide 2 - 3; Cheerleader 3-4; Prom Committee 3: Newspaper 3; Graduation Committee 4; Co-op 4. ENGLE. DAVE: Band 1-2: Track 1. FAHER. RICHARD: Football 1: Chess Club 1-2; Student Senate Rep- resentative 1-2; Band 1-2; Co-op 4. FLOWERS. ALLAN: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Stage Band 3-4: Band Coun- cil 2-4: Prom Committee 3: Football 2-3-4: Float Committee 2-3-4; Basketball 2-3-4; Baseball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Varsity Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Fellowship of Christian Athletes 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Solo and Ensemble 3-4; Class President 3; Year- book 4: Tennis Club 4: Boys' State Representative 3: Homecoming Representative 2; Graduation Committee 4; All Regional Baseball 3: All Con- ference Football Defense 4; Outstanding Senior Boy 4. FOSTER, JOHN: FROEHLICH. MARK: Basketball Manager 1: Prom Committee; Bowling 4. GARRISON. JEFF: Prom Committee 3; Newspaper 3. GEISLER, DENISE: Band 1-2; Wrestling Cheerleader 2-3: Teach- er’s Aide 3-4: Volleyball 4; Prom Committee 3: National Honor Society 3-4: Secretary of Honor Society 4; Graduation Committee 4. CANTRELL (GLASSMAN), CINDY: Cheerleader 1: Wrestling Cheerleader 2; Band 1; Float Committee 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Pom-Pon Girl 2 - 3: Nurses Aide Training 2; Prom Committee 3: Newspaper 4; Graduation Committee 4; Co-op 4. GRANDBERRY. KATHY: Afro Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Pep Club 1-2; Girl’s Basketball 1; Girl's Track 2; Cheerleader 1 - 2 - 3: Nurse's Aide Training 2: Band 1; Pom-Pon Girl 1: Co-op 4. HAGOOD, RICHARD: Wrestling 2-3. HAMPTON, TOM: Football 1; Building Trades 3; Newspaper 4; Co- op 4. HANKO, MIKE: Wrestling 2-3-4: National Honor Society 4. HARDY. RHONDA: Choir 1-2-3; Teacher's Aide 3; Float Commit- tee 1; Ski Club 1: Nurse's Aide Training 4: Prom Committee 3; Graduation Committee. HARTERODE, DEN A: Cheerleader 3-4; Pep Club 2-3-4; Drama 3; Newspaper 3; Miss Sodus 1976. HAWKINS. MARGIE: Pom-Pon Girl 2-3-4: Volleyball 2-3: Nurse's Aide Training 2; Band 4: Float Committee 3-4: Graduation Committee 4. HAWKINS. TERRY: Football 1-2; Wrestling 3 - 4; Newspaper 3-4; Varsity Club 3-4; Prom Committee 3: Gradua- tion Committee 4. HERR. CINDY: Pep Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Tennis Club 1: Gymnastics Club 3; Pom-Pon Girl 4; Prom Committee 4: National Honor Society 4. HINTON. BARB: Band 3-4: Choir 3-4: Pep Club 2-3-4: Float Committee 3-4; Stage Band 3-4: Prom Com- mittee 3: Solo and Ensemble 3-4; Teacher’s Aide 4: Yearbook 4; Graduation Committee 4; National Honor Society 4. HOPKINS. JERRY: Football 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Wrestling 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Track 1 - 2 - 3 - 4. HUNTER. LAVAL: Afro Club 4: Basketball 1: Track 2: Building Trades 2. JANNERT, RODNEY: Football Manager 2. JARVIS, KEVIN: Building Trades 3. JOHNSON. BRENDA: Co-op 4. JOHNSON. DAVID: Band 1-2; Co-op 4; Building Trades 3. JOHNSON. NANCY: Pep Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Float Committee 1-2-3 - 4: Band 1; Prom Committee 3; Wrestling Cheerleader 3: National Honor Society 3-4: Gymnastics Club 3-4: Graduation Committee 4: Yearbook 4; Bowling 4; Outstanding Government Award 4: Clerical Secretarial Training Award 4. JUERGENSEN, JAN: 149 fucle Bowling 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Bat Girl 1: Nurse's Aide Training 2: Homecoming Representative 3; Teacher's Aide 1-4: Prom Committee 3; English Award 3; Choir 1: Homecoming Queen 4: Year- book 3: Graduation Committee 4. JUROFF. STEVE: Varsity Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Wrestling 1 - 2 - 3 - 4. KERSTETTER, SHARON: Float Committee 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Student Senate 1 - 2-3; Secretary of Student Senate 4: Prom Com- mittee 3; Office Aide 3; Co-op 4: Graduation Committee 4. KING. PAM: Pep Club 1: Bowling 2: Choir 3-4: Float Com- mittee 3: Library Aide 4: Prom Committee 3: Graduation Committee 4. LANIER. NATHAN: Basketball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: All-Star Basketball 3 - 4: Afro Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Drama 3; Football 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; All Conference-Defense 4; Track 1 - 2. LAYMAN. N2LSON: Cross Country 2-3-4: Basketball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Track 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Student Senate 4: Varsity Club 3-4: Vice-President of Class 4: National Honor Society 4: Industrial Arts Award 4: Out- standing Yearbook Student 4: Service Award 4. LEITZ, DAVID: Football 1 - 2: Float Committee 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Wrestling 1-2-4: Yearbook 4: Basketball Stat- istician 1-2; Football Statistician 2; Teacher's Aide 4: Graduation Committee 4. LUFT. RICHARD: Football 4. MASON. SHARYL: Afro Club Vice-President 1; Afro Club Treasurer 4: Pep Club 1-2-3: Girl's Volleyball 2; Prom Committee 3: Girl's Track 2; Co-op 4. MATA. CRUZ: Pep Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Teacher's Aide 3; National Honor Society 3-4: Graduation Com- mittee 4. MATTNER, LYNN: Basketball 1: Football 1-2-3: Track 1; Band 1: Wrestling 2-3: Varsity Club 3. McAFEE. DON: Football 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: All-State Football 4: Bas- ketball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Track 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Prom Committee 3: All Conference Football 4; Gradu- ation Committee 4: Student Senate Representa- tive 4. McAFEE. JERRY: Basketball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Football 1-2: Varsity Club 3-4: Afro Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: President of Class 2: Drama 3; Band 1: Teacher's Aide 3: Prom Committee 3: Co-op 4: Graduation Com- mittee 4: Student Senate Representative 4. MILLER. HEIDI: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Bowling 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Cheer- leader 2: Bat Girl 1; Ski Club 1 - 2; Vice-Presi- dent of Class 1; Girl's Track 3-4: Gymnastics 3; Yearbook 2: Advance Placement L.M.C. 4: National Honor Society 4. NEWSOME. ELLEN: Cheerleading 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Prom Committee Chairman 3; Graduation Committee 4: Ski Club 1: Pep Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Float Committee 1-2 -3-4: Student Senate 4: Girl's Volleyball 3-4: Honor Society 3-4: Bowling Team 4: Girl's Track 3; Office Aide 4: Gymnastics 3; Eco Action 1: Miss Eau Claire 1976: Salutatorian 4. PENDLETON. DAN: Basketball 2; Cross Country 2; Co-op 4. PUCHEAU. BRIAN: Basketball 1: Ski Club 1-2; Chess Club 2-3; Ecology Club 2-3; Vice-President 3: Prom Committee 3; Yearbook 4. RANKIN. TERESA: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Head Majorette 2-3-4: Band Council Vice-President 3: President, Band 4: Honor Society 3-4: Vice-President, Honor Soci- ety 4; Prom Committee 3; Graduation Commit- tee 4; Yearbook Staff 3-4: Yearbook Tri-Editor 4: Choir 3-4; Teacher's Aide 4; Library Aide 1; Baseball Statistician 3. RENBARGER. BRENDA: Wrestling Cheerleader 2-3; Band 1; Choir 3; Prom Committee 3: Graduation Committee 4; Float Committee 3-4: National Honor Society 3 - 4: Treasurer, National Honor Society 4. REYNOLDS. BRENDA: Student Senate Representative 1; Office Aide 3; Teacher's Aide 3; Nurse's Aide Training 2: Grad- uation Committee 4. RUTTER. BOB: Homecoming Representative 3: Homecoming King 4. SCHILLING. ANDY: Class President 4: Bowling 4: Float Committee 1 -2-3-4: Yearbook Photographer 3-4; National Honor Society 4. SCHLIPP. CHERYL: Class Treasurer 1; Cheerleader 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Pom-Pon Girl 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Co-op 4; Class Representative for Student Senate 4: Float Committee 3; Prom Committee 3: Grad- uation Committee 4; Homecoming Representa- tive 1; Yearbook 4: Representative for Band Council 1: National Honor Society 4. SCHULTZ, CINDY: Teacher's Aide 2; Wrestling Cheerleader 3: Prom Committee 3. SELLS. KEN: Football 1-2-3: Basketball 1; Wrestling 2; Track 1-2-3: Co-op 4; Varsity Club 2-3-4; Drama 3: Yearbook 3-4: Yearbook Editor 4: Prom Committee 3: Float Committee 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Graduation Committee 4: Football Statistician 1: National Honor Society 4. SILVA. MIKE: Advanced Auto Shop. STOCKMAN. TRENT: Newspaper 4. TAYLOR. LAURA: Ski Club. Secretary 1; Pep Club 1-2-3: Bowl- ing Team 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Prom Committee 3; Float Committee 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Graduation Committee 4; Yearbook 4: National Honor Society 3-4; Tennis 1: Home Economics Award 4; Outstanding History Student 3. TILLSTROM, LEEANNE: Student Senate Secretary 3; Student Senate Presi- dent 4: National Honor Society 3; National Honor Society President 4; Class Treasurer 4; Band Vice-President 4; Outstanding Band Student 3; DAR Good Citizen's Award 4; Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; State Band 3-4; Prom Committee 3; Float Com- mittee 3-4: Graduation Committee 4; Outstand- ing Senior Girl 4; Outstanding Band Student 4. TROWBRIDGE. GINA: Band 1-2: Choir 3: Wrestling Cheerleader 2-3: Prom Committee 3; Teacher's Aide 2-4; Float Committee 3-4. VERNON. GILBERT: Cross Country 4. VERSAW, SHARON: Math Club 2 - 3; Pep Club 2-3: Float Commit- tee 3 - 4; Prom Committee 3; Graduation Com- mittee 4; Teacher’s Aide 3-4; National Honor Society 4; Math Award 3-4; Physics Award 4. VOIT, JEFF: Graduation Committee 4: Float Committee 4. WECKLER, DON: Junior Varsity Football 1; Building Trades 2; Co- op 4. WEST. KEITH: Co-op 4. WESTERHOVEN. LARRY: Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Junior Varsity Football 1 - 2; Varsity Football 3-4; State Band 2-3-4: Teacher's Aide 4: Varsity Club Treasurer 4; Bas- ketball Statistician 2-3-4; Graduation Com- mittee 4; Solo and Ensemble 4; Wrestling 1: National Honor Society 4. WESTLAKE. PAM: Float Committee 1-4; Bowling 3: Graduation Committee 4; Co-op 4: Football Statistician 3; Pep Club 3. YOUNG.PAM: Girl's Basketball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Girl's Volleyball 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Band 1 - 2 - 3 - 4: Girl's Track 1 - 2 -3-4: Girl's Softball 1 - 2; L.M.C. Advance Placement 4; Stage Band 3-4; Prom Committee 3; Graduation Committee 4. WILLER. DIANNE: Ski Club 1; Eco Action 1-2-3: Volleyball 2-3 - 4: Student Senate 3: Float Committee 1-2-3 - 4: Graduation Committee 4; Prom Committee 3: Math Club 3; National Honor Society 3 - 4; Bowling 1-2; Chess Club 1; Band 1-2-3: Fern- wood 4- Cross Country 2-3-4; Track 2-3; Outstanding Biology Student 2: Outstanding Ecol- ogy Student 4: Valedictorian 4. WILLIAMS. ANNETTE: Girl's Basketball 1-2-3; Volleyball 1 - 2; Track 2; Afro Club 1 - 2 - 3 - 4; Pep Club 1: Band 1: Co-op 4. WILLMAN. JUHA: Finland Exchange Student 4: Cross Country 4; Float Committee 4: Choir 4; Outstanding Choir Student 4. WOODEN, VELMA: Outstanding Art Student 2; Afro Club 1-2. WOOLF. JESSE: Float Committee 4. 150 151 Television Stereo Appliances With Good Service Felicitation to the Class of '76 PATTON BROS. ncii 200 Empire Benton Harbor Golf Course - Tennis Courts Brush Lake Rd. Vz Mile North of M 62 WE St. For Reservations: 782-2540 MARTIN BROS. MILL FOUNDRY SUPPLY CO. 289 Hinkley St. Benton Harbor, Mich. Compliments of SOUTHERN MICHIGAN COLD STORAGE CO. mr-«ENDo Rurf Family Fun in the Sun Blessing of the Blossoms. Annual National Cherry Pit Spitting Contest. Orchard, Market, Sift Shop East Eureka Rd. Eau Claire, Mich. 49111 Phone:(616) 782-7101 ROOFING SHINGLES A SPECIALTY NEW REPAIRS HAtt ROOFING I ifAOv} 5 SIDING FREE ESTIMATES REASONABLE PRICES • RESIDENTIAL • FARM • COMMERCIAL 944-5446 NAOMI — EAU CLAIRE 152 The Antique Trunk Shoppe Owner: Mary P. Weidner Gifts, Craft Supplies and Classes 106 W. Ferry Street Berrien Springs, MI Telephone: 471-1178 Congratulations Class of '76 JOHN E. PIEDT SONS Benton Harbor, Mich. a BOdXSWp C ■. J Congratulations Class of '76 2185 M-139 Benton Harbor Compliments of HENRY'S CUSTOM DOZER SERVICE Old Pipestone Rd. Eau Claire, Michigan Congratulations Seniors of 1976 BURGER KING M-139 Benton Harbor, MI Best Wishes Class of '76 From CORNER CUE SNACK BAR Eau Claire, Mich. THE HOUSE OF Your WALGREEN AGENCY Serving Berrien County PICTURE FRAMES Service for the Sick Registered Pharmacists SCHUG DRUG STORE High Great Selection of Frames in Stock Quality Block and Frame - Needlepoint and Crewel Frames . _ . . c- , • Custom Framing - Any Size Without . Framed Mirrors in Stock 100 W. Ferry, Berrien Springs Phone: GR1-4611 High • offering Original Paintings Prices By Edna Kirk LANE-BREINLING INSURANCE Your ONE-STOP Agency Open Mon.- Sat. 10:00 A.M.-9:00 P.M. V Fairplain Plaza Sun. 12 Noon-5:30 P.M. f Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 926-2553 Linda and Glenn Jones Fairplain [ 1 Phone: 926-2118 Y0UR m njffxijrn' 1 Located on the Mall-Plaza MUELLER'S WESTERN SHOP Horse Equip. - Wearing Apparel - Stud Service PLAZA FABRICS Horses for Sale Square Dance Apparel Training - Boarding - Arena For Everything You Sew Rt. 1, Box 477R Plaza Fabrics Meadowbrook Rd. Benton Harber, Mich. 49022 Area Code 616 DALE AND JUDI MUELLER 944-1448 Fairplain Plaza ALCOTT FARM SUPPLY FRUIT PAK, INC. E. Napier and Hillandale Rd. Fruits and Vegetables P.O. Box 462 Receiving Station Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 Rt. 1 Benton Harbor Phone (616) 944-1464 Ph. 944-1471 154 First National Bank of WadjiMJtuz . FOX JEWELERS Direct Diamond Imports Class Rings Headquarters WATERVLIET, MICHIGAN Fairplain Plaza Benton Harbor SPINKS SUPER MARKET MILLBURG RED AND WHITE Napier and Park Rd. Downtown Spinks Corners Beer and Wine Feed, Grain, and Groceries Specializing in Fresh Meats Beer - Wine Package Liquor Downtown Millburg Ph. 944-5391 Compliments of Congratulations to the Class of 76'' From GOSNICK SILVER MILL CONSTRUCTION CO. FROZEN FOODS, INC. 3042 Pipestone Rd. Sodus, Michigan 49126 Processor of Quality Frozen Fruits Plants at Hartford Eau Claire and Williamsburg Phone - (616)- 926-6331 Main Office - Hartford, Mich. Phone: (616) 873-5611 155 THE D J VILLAGE SHOPPE THE PLACE TO GO FOR THE NAMES YOU KNOW Congratulations Seniors of '1976' ACTION AMBULANCE, INC. P.O. Box 866 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 WALTER MILLER FARMS Hillendale Road Benton Harbor, MI 616 944-5313 U-Pick . . . Fruit and Vegetables 156 Congratulations to all Eau Claire High school graduates of ’76 It’s an old cliche, but its true: The future of America will be guided and shaped by you and the millions of other high school graduates all over the nation. You will take your places in the business world, politics, education, labor, science, the professional field and many others. To help you, perhaps, get a little better start, has a graduation gift for you. It’s a 72-page booklet called,’’How to Manage Your Money.’’ It’s full of professional advice from financial experts, and is easy to read and understand. It covers the eight, basic money-management elements that can influence your lifestyle. Again, congratulations and the best of luck...and don't forget to come into our Eau Claire office for your graduation gift. your Eau Claire Inter-City Bank INTER-CITY BANK The WONBaNk 6534 Main St. Eau Claire, Mi. 157 WE CAN SA VE YOU MONEY'' SAVE S S S S ON... . SALES SERVICE PARTS 4 ACCESSORIES NEW - USED FARM EQUIPMENT TRADE-INS if fOL WJ AM ONlf A fHON( CAll AWAY 461-4311 1 � STREET EAU CLAIRE FIND US FAST IN THE. . . ADCOCK INSULATION Complete Insulation Service Blown in Cellulose Fibre or Mineral Wool and Batting Installation Cooler in Summer Warmer in Winter Fire Resistant Licensed and Insured Free Estimates Pipestone Rd., Eau Claire Phone: 925-6633 ROGEL'S Since 1946 320 Main New and Used Wateruliet Complete Engine Repair and Body Work on All Makes and Models of Cars Expert Registered Lincoln Mercury Mechanics Staff Our Service Department Complete Parts Department Wheel Aligning and Frame Straightening Complete Transmission Overhaul Complete Financing - Town and Country Charge M E R C U R Y Call 463-3167 MARK IV CONTINENTAL Congratulations Class of 76” HERMEL DIE CASTING CORP. Zinc and Aluminum Die Casting Dies - Jigs - Fixtures Phone (616) 461-4481 Eau Claire, Michigan 158 Compliments of EAU CLAIRE PACKING COMPANY Michigan's Finest Processor of Quality Fruit and Vegetables Eau Claire, Michigan Congratulations Class of ,,76 ?f.ODUCf m 140 4 • HELEN’S BEAUTY NOOK 6593 Keigley Street Eau Claire Liquidator and Appraiser Your Friendly Auctioneer- Broker JOHN M. GLASSMAN Box 315, Eau Claire, Michigan Phone: 461-6271 SAFETY RACING EQUIPMENT INC. P.O. Box 72 Eau Claire, Michigan 49111 Area Code 616-461-3171 BOWER MAN FUNERAL HOME OSCAR SCHINSKE OSCAR’S CUSTOM DOZER SERVICE P Backfilling, Clearing and Burning, Excavating and Telephone: 944-5588 Eau Claire, Michigan Phone 461-3241 Ri. 2, 3551 M-140 N. Eau Claire, Mich. 49111 Satisfaction Guaranteed Insured 160 Bowl ai BLOSSOM LANES Congratulations IGA STORE IN SODUS M-139 HENRY'S HOME BAKERY Benton Harbor Sodus, Michigan BIG BOY RESTAURANT BREAKFAST • LUNCH DINNER • LATE SNACKS 7:00 AM to 1:00 AM Berrien Springs Fairplain Plaza - M-139 Benton Harbor, MI 111 HosM usgv Just a Minute Away From 1-94 Motels We make people happy. Compliments of DALE'S LOUNGE EASKIN ROBBINS ICE CREAM STORE 1875 M-139 FAIRPLAIN PLAZA BENTON HARBOR. Ml 616 926-6737 Dining Room Dancing Congratulations Class of 76 BILL SMITH STATE FARM INSURANCE From WARREN HARDWARE East Ferry St. Berrien Springs STATE FARM J©L INSURANCE 1748 Colfax V Benton Harbor 925-4461 161 LEARN TOMORROWS CREATIONS TODAY WRITE OR CALL FOR FREE CAREER INFORMATION NANCY PETROSKY OWNER AND DIRECTOR - vjferfb 1060 AM ...or. .99.9 FM Whether The Dateline is Edinburgh or Eau Claire, You Can Depend on The Herald-Palladium WHFB To Bring You The News Worth Bringing! The Palladium Publishing Company Benton Harbor St. Joseph r ' Good Luck, Grads! You'll need a good bank to grow with... try one of our eight great ones. FARMERS MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK 162 BENTON HARBOR LOMONACO SUPER MARKET PROMPT COURTEOUS SERVICE ★ Quality Custom Cut Meats If For Home Use Freezers ★ Groceries Fine Produce 1 8J OPEN DAILY SUNDAYS 8 AM 8 PM NAME BRAND BEER WINES 927-2901 2S48 TERRITORIAL COR OF WELLS BENTON HARBOR lJ. PLAZA ONE-HOUR MARTINIZING T. E. DEMSKI, OWNER NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR Oif '• 1—— ti FAST SERVICE Moot [HRMinim 926-7545 FRESH AS A FLOWER IN JUST ONE HOUR'' ALWAYS SAVE WITH CASH 6 CARRY FAIR PRICES BY HIGH VOLUME 1015 E. NAPIER • BENTON HARBOR = ACROSS FROM FAJRPLAIN PLAZA = BLOSSOMLAND FARMER'S MARKET 1985 M-139 - Ph. (616) 925-6343 Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 Quality Fruits and Vegetables Year Round You’ve Tried the Rest NOW Try the BEST Congratulations and Best Wishes SCHUTZE LAYMAN WELL-DRILLING Phone 461-3931 or 695-9295 P.O. Box 65 - Elm St. Berrien Center, Mich. 49102 Supplies and Service ” Clothes and Gifts that Say You’re With It” THE HANG UP Fairplain Plaza Benton Harbor, Michigan REPAIRING If it’s banged up - we’ll fix it. PHONE: 944-1252 RICK'S AUTO SERVICE BODY SHOP Box 146, Fairview Rd. Between Meadowbrook and Watson Road Sodus, Mich. 49126 WELDING Law Mowing Equipment - Sales Service - Wheel Horse - Snapper Parker Sweepers - Small Motors Repairs - Parts HUDSON'S'MORE' SERVICE Box 415, Eau Claire, Mich. Phone (616) 461-6521 GEORGE HUDSON TWIN CITY BOILER WORKS, INC. 2707 Naomi Road RALPH KARN JR. 461-5631 Boiler Installation Repairs and Maintenance ”at Kings Landing” Sodus, Michigan 49126 Phone: 926-7636 BOB STEELE 925-6402 163 ARCO HAROLD'S ARCO SERVICE Berrien Center, Mich. 49102 Phone 461-6163 I SCHRADERS BERRIEN SPRINGS Compliments From REX AUTO PARTS Compliments to the Class of 76 From 447 E. Main Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 Phone:(616)927-2408 SINK DATSUN, INC. 2101 St. Joseph Road Berrien Springs, Mich. 49103 Phone (616) 471-7739 B G CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION R 1 Box 458 Compliments Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 GLEN FLOWERS BILL SMITH (616)944-1203 (616)463-7387 Poured Walls Flat Work Backhoe Service Industrial - Commercial BARENTSEN CANDY CO. Residential CASS DAIRY STORES, INC. Compliments of FRED LEITZ FARMS Three Locations 100 New York Ave. 868 Euclid Ave. Dowagic, Mich. 49047 Benton Harbor 1492 Pipestone St. Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 Full Line Convenience Stores 164 HELAINE'S, INC. Fairplain Plaza Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 Smart Women’s Apparel Phone: 925-4493 Phone 926-2146 FENNER ROOFING SHEET METAL, INC. HARWOOD H. FENNER P.O. Box 115 Sodus, Mich. 49126 KLUGFARM EQUIPMENT John Deere Sales and Service M-62 Eau Claire, Mich. 49111 Ph. 461-4721 Best Wishes to the Graduating Class of 1976 EAU CLAIRE LUMBER COMPANY Eau Claire, Michigan Phone: 461-4181 Compliments of JOHN BURBACH Compliments of EICHLER'S BODY SHOP DOERING COMPANY In Body Shop Business Since 1954 3531 Niles Road 3800 So. Pipestone Rd. St. Joseph, Michigan 49085 Sodus, Michigan 49126 Phone:(616) 429-3961 Phone: 927-3797 165 Congratulations Class of 76 FLAMM PICKLE AND PACKING CO. Hipps Hollow Road Eau Claire, Michigan 49111 Compliments of LOUIS GELDER AND SONS COMPANY Everything for the Farmer Since 1910 Millburg, Michigan 49022 EAU CLAIRE FRUIT EXCHANGE, INC. Complete Farm Supply Center Post Office Box 327 Eau Claire, Michigan 49111 Phone: 461-4571 Area Code 616 Compliments of FARM BUREAU OIL CO. M-62 Eau Claire, Mich. 49111 Phone 461-3531 If Line Busy Call 461-6351 Congratulations SPINKS CORNERS FRUIT EXCHANGE, INC. 5600 E. Napier Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 Phone: 616-944-1491 Congratulations to the Class of 76 FIVE CORNERS GARAGE BODY SHOP Eau Claire, Mich. 49111 Ph. 461-4911 Congratulations and Compliments of FERGUSON WALSH CO. Eau Claire, Michigan 49111 Underground Utility Service Contractors (616)461-6167 461-6800 167 Best Wishes Class of '76 SIGO CONSTRUCTION We thank all of the patrons and advertisers for cont the 1975-76 Beaver Tales. Benton Harbor, Mich. Patrons CHAR'S BEAUTY SALON HAL'S CLOTHIERS FAIRPLAIN PLAZA MERLE NORMAN COSMETIC STUDIO WILLIAMS BROS. PAPER BOX CO. HERKNER, SMITS, MISKILL, MERRIFIELD STYLECRAFT UPHOLSTERING TOWN AND COUNTRY BEAUTY SALON WSJM WIRX STERO FM IM H l WOLT