Fairbury Cropsey High School - Crier Yearbook (Fairbury, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1951 volume:

THE SENIORS OF FAIRBURY HIGH SCHOOL P R E S E N T THE CRIER 1951 FROiM THE EDITORS A new era in the history of Fairbury High School began this year. The con- solidation with Cropsey High School has combined the respective merits of the two schools, and has brought an in- creased number of students to Fairbury. To take care of this enlarged number, we are able to boast a new gymnasium and a new vocational arts building. It is with a great deal of pride that we look back upon the many achievements which have been accomplished this year. WORDS OF WISDOM Laugh and the world laughs with you; Weep, and you weep alone; For this brave old earth must borrow its mirth, It has trouble enough of its own. —Wilcox Truer words were probably never written. Espe- cially at a time like this. So, in accordance with this thought, we make mirth the order of the day and organize this year’s Crier on a theme of humor. We sincerely hope that the following pages will bring many a chuckle as well as many a fond memory. —The Staff 3 DEDICATION Robert Maurer Mr. Maurer’s services as teacher and advisor will never be forgotten by the students. Upon his back have been placed many burdens which he carried through by his patience and his industrious actions. In every school there is an individual who is recognized and respected by every student because of his loyalty to them. Mr. Maurer is this very person in Fairbury High School. So, to him we dedicate this Crier. Here is honor with a toast to Mr. Maurer. 4 c NOI1VM1SINIIAIQV BOARD OF EDUCATION Harold Eliott, James Goold, Bernell Brucker, A. Keith Anderson, Ben Zehr, John Householder, Vernon Stephens. These are the men upon whom the operation of the unit depends. It is they who handle the many problems of the school system which arise throughout the year. Problems which may range from financing a com- plete unit system to expressing appreciation for some small service. We, the students, wish to express our profound thanks to them for a job well done! R. C. TODD Superintendent 7 Principal Sherwood Dees, Illinois Wesleyan University—B.A. University of Illinois_M Ed Agnes Rapp—Secretary. Every athletic team has its captain, every organization its president, and every school its principal. We, the students at F. H. S., feel exceedingly fortunate in having such a capable educator as Mr. Dees for our leader. We know that he will take an interest in our many problems and help us with them as if they were his own. For these and the many other services which he has performed we feel deeply indebted to him. 8 Faculty Robert Cummins Illinois Wesleyan University of Cincinnati Robert Foard Southeast Missouri State College Merill Foster Illinois Wesleyan University 9 Roberta Herzog Illinois State Normal University William Gooch Southern Illinois University Bradley U niversity Robert Hainline Western Illinois State Teachers College Virginia Hodgeman Washington University Robert Houser Eureka College Ruth Hubly Illinois State Normal University 10 Robert Maurer Illinois State Normal University University of Illinois Mary Orth Illinois Wesleyan University Carolyn Kirkwood MaeMurray College Floyd Potts Northwestern University Mary Sharp Northwestern University Kenneth Sterrenberg William Wagner Illinois Wesleyan University Illinois Wesleyan University Earl Bastion Engineer Dewey DeMoss Janitor Ralph Roth Janitor 12 CLASSES dale albee “Meno” President Meno,” as some call this boy, always has a look of joy. SENIORS ROBERT DORAN “Bob” Vice President A ladies man he’ll al- ways be. What’s he fiot they didn’t give me? GERALD WEEKS “Weeds” Secretary No midnight oil need I to burn, for I have noth- ing more to learn. VERNON GARMON “Fuzz” Treasurer He had to cut his pretty curls, that were the envy of all the girls. 15 MILDRED BREWER “Millie” Her words are few and far between, but a kinder girl you’ve never seen. BEVERLY BURROUGHS “Bev” Dates are certainly her favorite fruit. Especially those with some big brute. FRANK COMBES “Roscoe” He loves to study, not to play. He might be presi- dent some day. GARY ELLIOTT “Moe” Another hero in the halls of fame, because of the way he plays the game. IVA JEAN FERGUSON “Bomber” A modest miss with locks of gold. She’s never shy, and she’s never bold. 16 RALPH BROQUARD “Wee Wee” He could be better if he would, but it’s no fun just being good. RICHARD CARLSON “Dick” He thinks that studying is boring. He’d rather have a maid adoring. MARGARET CUMMINS “Mare” Her friendly voice, her friendly ways, might win her fame in future days. YVONNE FARNEY “Vonnie” True in heart, true in deed. This will always be her creed. JANET FRENCH “Dubie” “Come on, team” you can hear Dubie holler; she’s a cute cheerleader, you can bet your bottom dollar. DELANO HANES “Weston” He’s just a lad from a quiet small town, but goodness me, he gets around!! HELEN HETHER1NGTON “Red The little giggle that she gives, shows the happy life she lives. EMMA LOU IFFT “Em” I may be just a farmer lass, but I know tricks you’d never guess. PHYLLIS KILGUS “Phyl” She made a lovely Homecoming Q u e e n— the prettiest one that's ever been. JOHN MAPEL “J. T.” My, oh, my, but study’s deep. Please go away and let me sleep. 17 LOIS HELMERS “Loie” She doesn’t say much, but that’s very swell. She knows a lot she doesn’t tell. ERNA LOU HOFMANN “Pretz” Saying little, she is wise —for she's great, though not in size. JEANNETTE KELSON “Jeannette” A tall and stately maid is she. A smile for you, a smile for me. DOROTHY KIRCHNER “Scooter” She is quiet, but no doubt she’ll let you know when she’s about. RAYMOND McCullough “Rai Jah” Jacqui leads him a merry chase. My, oh, my, but they're really a case. NANCY MOULTON “Moultie” She leads Ihe band in fine style, and soon she’ll lead Harry down the aisle. ALICE NASH “Man-Hater She clangs the cymbols in the band. As a banger” she’s just grand. DARLENE PRICE “Darlene” Black is her hair, dark are her eyes. The man who selects her will surely be wise. WAYNE SCHULER “Joe” Oh, young Lochinvar trom out of the West—of all the cars, your Ply- mouth's the best. FRANCIS SEARS “Bud” Bud is handsome, Bud is shy, Bud is certainly one swell guy! RICHARD NANCE “Dick” A quiet lad won’t cause a row. But if he has a chance, Gee! Wow! LOIS PAYNE “Lois” Her happy smile is al- ways here, brightening corners far and near. ROBERT PRICE “Bob” I’ve pondered very hard, you see; so tell me why all the girls like me. JEANNETTE SEEMAN “Nette” Always jolly, always kind; just the sort we like to find. CAROLYN SHEARER “Carol” I don't want a banker or a tailor. To satisfy me would take a sailor. 18 MORTON SHULMAN “Post” Some folks when born were given names. For- tunately I was given brains. JACK SPARKS “Sparkie” A quiet lad, but full of fun, and many a friend- ship he has won. JEANNETTE STRODE “Strodie” Toast of all the gentle- men; envy of the wom- en. A nice little thing to have around, espe- cially when you’re swim- min’. RONALD WALKER “Egg” They call him “Egg” for obvious reasons. His head’s shaped like that in all seasons. HARLAN WESSELS “Dude” He’s a shy and bashful youth. He seldom talks and that’s the truth. ERNEST SHULT “Peaches” In spite of all the learned have said, I still hold my opinions with- in my head. ELAINE STIVER “Elaine” She'll argue with St. Peter at the gate, and will probably win at any rate. DONALD TOLLENSDORF “Tolly” A nice guy is Tolly, he’s friendly and jolly. JACQUELYNN WEEKS “Jacaui” She talks and talks and talks some more, but her little tongue never seems to get sore. C. V. WING “C. V.” To study is a waste of time. To play and play, that's just sublime. 19 JUNIORS President - Bud Goslin Vice President - Fern Wilkins Secretary - Daren Cox Treasurer - Darlene Tavener Row 1—Gerald Abbey, Betty Barnes, John Burt, Mary Convis, Bob Cummins, Max Currington, Leslie DeFries, Marlene Eacret, Joan Elliott. Row 2—Betty Fendrick, Bernita Frederick, John Frye, Allen Gouge, Lee Hair, Richard Hannie, Bernard Harris, Bill Harris, Bill Helmers. Row 3—John Hildreth, Gilbert Ifft, Marjorie Kafer, Thelma Kilgus, Peggy Kretzer, Randall Kiper, Velda Leman, Charles Maley, Pat Maxson. Row 4—Marion Meiss, Keith Moser, Carol Nussbaum, Lois Perkins, Jack Rice, Janet Rice, Esther Rinkenberger, Betty Rogers, Jim Romig. Row 5—Della Romig, Ronald Schilz, Jeanette Smith, Wayne Sutter, Margaret Tarpy, Jack Tomlison, Lucille Ward, Dean Waters, John Waters. Row 6—Joyce Wessels, Thelma Zohr, Ronald Zimmerman. 20 SOPHOMORES tuU President - Loyd .Moser Vice President - Walter Kohlman Secretary - Marlene Ifft Treasurer - Patsy Bodley 0 I 1? . _1. C7) ‘k J . ,i. V '' • 1 — r ,) s • i- J .1 r, i V 4 • Mb • + ’ V - ft V - t n r7? A J J '..1 a! y J C) :• A U v Ma£: . V V V ' f sti ( - f- v 0 r i • f r— —j� Jii 9 C- c k r C-lS n V ■� r J W:.i id ♦ f I; l( ♦ • i ■1 i s ' Row 1—Helen Abbey, Edward Adams, Arthur Bahler, Elaine Broquard, Ruth Cooper, Marjorie Dameron, Frances Donnally, Ted Doran, Pat Doran. Row 2—-Lary Elliott, Marilyn Ferguson, Eunice Ferguson, Nancy Goembel, Paul Hofman, Doris Holland, Dorothy Holland, Sheron Huber, Arnold Ifft. Row 3—Delores Kaisner, Jay Kennedy, Duane Kilgus, Maurice Koehl, Virgil Kyburz, Jeanne Mattioli, Richard Moulton, Carol Mundell, Betty .Nance. RoW 4—Ronald Nussbaum, Howard Poshard, Dick Ramseyer, Kay Rigsby, Jerry Runyon, Keith. Runyon, Harold Runyon, Lorene Schmidtgall, Ivan Stoller. Row 5—Lyle Strode, Donna Thomas Francis Thomas, John Traub, Maurice Travis, John Wessels, Roe Wharton, Roger Zimmerman. 21 FRESHMEN President - Harold VanSickle Vice President - Phyllis Cox Secretary - Fay Tollensdorf Treasurer - Franklin Fosdick Row 1—John Albee, Donna tsarnes, Larry Bean, Gail Bruniga, Ronald Davis, Norma Doran, RoseMary Emberton, Ruby Emberton, Mary Farley. Row 2—Carol Franklin, Richard Friedman, Gloria Fultz, Barbara Funkhouser, Ray Hall, Twyla Harris, Jim Helmers, Frances Hines, Janet Hoffman. Row 3—Carol Huddleston, Doris Kiper, Richard Lawrence, Doris Lee, Carolyn Leman, John Maley, Arthur Melvin, Helen Monroe, Karen Moser. Row 4—Jim Meyers, Donna McCullough, Doris Nussbaum, Ruby Pingle, Leonard Rabe, Charles Rapp, Gary Rosenberger, Joan Schilz, Bob Smith. Row 5—Bob Steidinger, Kathryn Traub, Marvin Travis, Bill Tribley, Rita Wink, Tom Winslow, Elma Winterland, Richard Zehr, Edward Zimmerman. 22 ORGANIZATIONS CRIER Standing: Frank Combes, Delano Hanes, Jeannette Seeman, Elaine Stiver, Miss Kirkwood. ' Sitting: Ernie Shult, Vernon Garmon, Dale Albee, Jeannette Smith, Morton Shul- man, Bob Cummins, Janet French, Margaret Cummins. The Crier, being our yearbook, is perhaps the closest thing to the students of Fairbury High School. Its contents are like refreshing memories of the past year carried on by the students. The Crier staff is taken from the Senior class and when they leave, you have a token of their accomplishment. Miss Kirkwood was the capable advisor for the Crier this year. It is the Crier staff’s wish that everyone enjoys their book this year. —CRIER STAFF 25 CRIER Standing: Beverly Burroughs, Don Tollensdorf, Wayne Schuler, Ralph Broquard Phyllis Kilgus, Yvonne Farney, Jacqui Weeks. Sitting: Erna Lou Hofmann. John Mapel, Jeannette Strode, Iva Jean Ferguson, Lois Helmers, Emma Lou Ifft Jeannette Kelson, Ray McCullough. Editor in Chief Morton Shulman Junior Editors ......Bob Cummins Business Managers Jeanette Smith Dale Albee Art Editor Janet French .. Ernest Shult Assistants Jacqui Weeks Senior Editors Yvonne Farney Margaret Cummins Salendar Editor Delano Hanes Vernon Garmon Assistants Jeannette Strode Club Editor Jeannette Kelson .....Erank Combes Assistant _ Iva Jean Ferguson Athletics Editor Ralph Broquard Assistant Bob Doran Girls Athletics Editor Jeannette Seeman Assistant Emma Lou Ifft Activities Editor ... Elaine Stiver Assistants Raymond McCullough Tvnists Beverly Burroughs .Lois Helmers Phyllis Kilgus Erna Lou Hoffman 26 TARTAR Standing: Iva Jean Ferguson, Alice Nash, Ronald Walker, Mildred Brewer, Mr. Houser, Beverly Burroughs, Lois Helmers, Bud Sears. Sitting: Margaret Cummins, Jacqui Weeks, Frank Combes, Dorothy Kirchner, Dale Albee. Janet French. Emma Lou Ifft, Jeanette Seeman, Morton Shulman. Co-Editors—Janet French, Dale Albee Staff—English IV Class The Tartar originated in the senior English class as only a germ of an idea for a school newspaper, but has grown by leaps and bounds until its publication dates are eagerly awaited by all students. The purpose of the Tartar is to take to the student body an effective summary of school news. The writing is all done by members of the English IV class who serve as reporters for all school organizations. 27 ffa MeUsi c'harles Malej ' D‘Ck Ramseyer- Ralph Broquard. Wayne Shuler. Marion ElHoU. m Helmlrf°ller' H°Ward P°Shard' Arthur Bahler- Duane KllS , Lary Dean dWaUM-s PaUl Hoffman- Harlan Wessels- Leslie De Fries. Randall Kiper. Thi!rd J L.?00 Tollensdorf, Jim Helmers, Ronald Nussbaum, Walter Kohlman Jonn Hildreth. Fourth Row: Richard Zehr. John Wessels, Robe-t Stiedinger. MalevR°W: c 'uRou '- Gary Elliott, Vernon Garmon, Jerry Abbey, John Sixth Row: John Waters, Jerry Weeks.'John Frye, Daren Cox. Jack Tomilson. President: Ralph Broquard Vice President: Wayne Schuler Secretary: Marion Meiss Treasurer: Charles Maley Advisor: Robert J. Maurer The primary aim of the Future Farmers of America is the develop- ment of agriculture leadership, co-operation, and citizenship. Some of the activities of the F. F. A. are: conducting scrap drives, camping trips, seed sales, holding contests in judging, public speaking, parlimentary procedure. The Future Farmers of America attend such shows as the Peoria Swine Show, the International Livestock Show, and the Chicago Hog Show Sale. The F. F. A. being a national organization has state conventions and national conventions. During the school year of 1947-1948 and again in 1948-1949 the Fairbury Future Farmers of America won the Gold Emblem Award. 28 Front Row: Thelma Kilgus, Nancy Moulton, Iva Jean Ferguson, Erna Lou Hof- mann, Emma Lou If ft. Miss Taylor, Fern Wilkens, Darlene Tavener, Lois Perkins, Bernita Fredrick, Vonna Barnes, Doris Lee, Barbara Funkhouser. Second Row: Carol Juddleston, Margaret Tarpy, Helen Hetherington, Joanne Schiltz, Jeanne Mattioli, Helen Monroe, Phyllis Cox, Doris Nussbaum, Betty Barnes. Lucille Ward, Donna Thomas, Eunice Ann Ferguson, Marlene Ifft. Third Row Jacqui Weeks, Rita Wink, Janet Hofmann, Gail Bruniga, Norma Doran. Fay Tollcnsdorf, Joan Pingle, Betty Nance, Nancy Goembel. Mary Farley, Gloria Fultz, Carolyn Leman, Betty Fendrick, Pat Maxson, Dorothy Holland. Marjorie Dameron, Norma Kilgus, Delores Kaisner. Fourth Row: Helen Abbey, Lois Helmers, Lorene Schmidtgall, Marilyn Ferguson. Carol Nussbaum, Dorothy Kirchner. Elaine Stiver, Darlene Price, Alice Nash, Lois Payne, Elna Winterland, Carol Mundell, Maxine Zehr, Kay Rigsby, Imogene Branstetter, Della Romig, Donna McCullough. President: Fern Wilkins Vice-president: Lois Perkins Secretary: Darlene Tavener Treasurer: Emma Lou Ifft Advisor: Mrs. Kelso The Fairbury Chapter of the Future Homemakers of America is an organization to promote more interest and efficiency in homemaking. The program is built around a yearly theme and each meeting deals directly with this theme. The year this organization has taken interest in various community projects and has been in charge of several social activities. 29 LATIN CLUB First Row: Margaret Tarpy, Helen Hetherington, Janet French, Jeannette Strode, Marilyn Ferguson, Pat Bodley, Phyllis Kilgus, Miss Sharp, Ronald Schilz, Dorothy Holland, Keith Runyon, Twyla Harris, Gail Bruniga, Marjorie Kafer. Second Row: Jeannette Seeman, Jeanne Mattioli, Doris Kiper, Betty Rogers, Ruth Cooper, Lorene Schmidtgall, Pat Doran, Margaret Cummins, Beverly Burroughs, Sharon Huber, Karen Moser, Gloria Fultz, Kathryn Traub, Janet Rice, Doris Holland, Esther Rinkenberger, Frances Donally, Jeannette Smith. Last Row: Thelma Zehr, Carol Mundell, Carolyn Shearer, Jeannette Kelson, Joyce Wessels, Marlene Eacret, Roe Wharton, Ernie Shult, Dale Albee, Ronald Walker, Edward Adams, Morton Shulman, Frank Combes, Delano Hanes, Bob Cummins, Francis Thomas. President: Phyllis Kilgus Vice President: Ronald Shilz Secretary: Doris Holland Treasurer: Keith Runyon Advisor: Miss Mary Sharp Being an organization for the participation of Latin students, the purpose of the Latin Club is three fold: 1. To acquaint students with the classical civilization and culture and their influence on the modern world. 2. To provide additional means of contact among members of differ- ent clubs. 3. To create and maintain an active interest in the accomplishments gained by the study of Latin. This organization is a member of the State Convention of the Junior Classical Society, the District Convention of the Junior Classical Society, and the National Junior Classical League. Throughout the year the club sponsors parties for special occasions. During Latin Week, a national event, a trip is taken to Chicago to the Planitarium, Art Museum, and other places of interest. 30 MODERN LANGUAGE Front Row: Helen Hetherington, Carolyn Shearer, Miss Sharp, Alice Nash, Jeannette Kelson. Second Row: Esther Rinkenberger, Della Romig, Darlene Price, Nancy Moulton, Betty Fendrick, Pat Maxson. Third Row: Bud Goslin, Ronnie Zimmerman, Bob Price, Max Currington, Ronnie Walker, Dale Albee. President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Advisor Alice Nash Carolyn Shearer Betty Fendrick Barbara Hobart Miss Sharp The purpose of the Modern Language Club is to acquaint students with the language and customs of Latin America and France. Their meetings consist of programs about the people and studying films and slides. Membership consists of those students who have taken at least one course in a modern language. The activities of this organization supple- ment the knowledge they have gained in these courses and gives to the students a broader background of the subject. The members hope to take a few field trips and have a few parties with the money they earn from dances after football and basketball games. 31 INDUSTRIAL ARTS CLUB Sitting: Roe Wharton, Bill Harris, Bob Smith, Ronald Davis, Tom Winslow, John Mapel, Dale Albee, Bill Tribley, Harold VanSickle, Bob Price, Richard Fried- man, Charles Rapp. Standing: Larry Bean, Marvin Travis, Edward Zimmerman, Maurice Travis, Lyle Strode, Roger Zimmerman, Leonard Rabe, Jerry Runyon, Jack Rice, Bernie Harris, Allan Durham, Mr. Gooch, Ted Doran, Richard Hannie, Ronnie Walker, John Burt, Allen Gouge, Richard Moulton, Franklin Fosdick, Virgil Kyburz, John Albee, Gary Rosenberger, Dick Lawrence. President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Advisor Dale Albee Ronald Walker Bud Goslin Jack Sparks Mr. Gooch The newest club at F. H. S. is the Industrial Arts Club. This club was organized for the purpose of providing an opportunity to promote rec- reation, create interest, and give service to the school. The members are just getting a good start but plan as their activities: fieldtrips, woodwork, leathercraft, drawing, and social functions. Anyone who has taken Industrial Arts and is still in high school, or anyone who is now taking this subject may join. It is believed that a great deal of creative workmanship will be the result of this worthwhile venture. 32 SCIENCE CLUB Seated: Ernie Shult, Frank Combes, Jerry Aboey, Dale Albee, Jearjnette, Seeman, John Mapel, Bill Helmers, Morton Shulman, Janet French, Ronald Schilz, Jeanette Smith, Bob Cummins. Standing: Mr. Sterrenberg, Mr. Ferch. President Ernie Shult Vice President Morton Shulman Secretary Janet French Treasurer John Maple Reporters Jeannette Seeman Ivan Stohler Librarian Bill Helmers Advisors Mr. Ferch Mr. Sterrenberg One of the newest clubs to be organized at F. H. S. is the Society of Alchemists. Under the supervision of Science teachers, Mr. Ferch and Mr. Sterrenberg, it has been organized for the purpose of: Increasing knowledge of science Learning to perfect our skills in science Gaining service to our community and nation Understanding the importance of science in our time Before being allowed to join an applicant must show that he has a bona fide interest in science and his grade average must be above that of C. 33 STUDENT COUNCIL Seated: Ralph Broquard, Jeannette Strode, Fern Wilkins, Emma Lou Ifft, Jeanette Smith, Kathryn Traub, Mr. Cummins. Standing: Gary Rosenberger, Lyle Strode, Marilyn Ferguson, John Burt. President: Vice-president: Treasurer: Secretary: Adviser: Officers Ralph Broquard Fern Wilkins Bob Doran Jeannette Strode Mr. Cummins ................................ Purposes......................iUfiH8h..... 1. To promote better student-faculty relationships. 2. To provide a forum for the expression of student opinion. 3. To organize effectively for school activities. 4. To advise in the shaping of school policies. 5. To promote worthy school citizenship. The student council is made up of representatives of each class, chosen by the members of that class. The representatives chosen this year were: Seniors: Ralph Broquard Jeannette Strode Emma Lou Ifft Bob Doran Juniors: Jeanette Smith Fern Wilkins John Burt Sophomores: John Traub Lyle Strode Marilyn Ferguson Freshmen: Kathryn Traub Gary Rosenberger Throughout the year the Student Council is responsible for many activities that are of interest to every student in the school. Homecoming, all-school parties, and assembly programs are among these activities. The Student Council sponsors a March of Dimes auction and a stunt show. They are also in charge of the annual magazine drive in which all the classes participate. 34 “F” CLUB First Row: Lyle Strode, Richard Hannie, Marion Meiss, Don Tollensdorf, Morton Shulman. Bob Cummins, Vernon Garmon, Ray McCullough, Wayne Sutter, Gerald Weeks. Second Row: Ronnie Walker, Ted Doran, Duane Kilgus, Allen Gouge, Dick Ramseyer, Ralph Broquard, Bud Goslin, Gary Elliott, Jack Rice, Ernie Shult, Wayne Schuler, Francis Thomas. Third Row: Mr. Hainline, Max Currington, John Burt, Dean Water, Jerry Abbey, Ronnie Zimmerman, John Mapel, Randall Kiper, Paul Hoffman, Bud Sears, Dale Albee, Virgil Kyburz, Mr. Foard. “F” CLUB President Bob Doran Vice President Dale Albee Secretary Ernie Shult Treasurer Wayne Schuler Advisors Mr. Foard Mr. Hainline The F Club is an organization composed of the lettermen of the four major sports: football, basketball, baseball, and track. Winning a letter is a very high honor and the athlete must prove to his coach and fellow players that he is worthy of the award. This organization has many events during the year. Its members SDOmor the Homecoming Dance, travels to Chicago to take in one or more sports events, and this year helped during the Regional Tournament. 35 GIRLS ATHLETICS First Row: Erna Lou Jrtofmann, Joan Elliott, Mary Convis Bernita Frederick, Jeannette Kelson, Carolyn Shearer, Mrs. Orth, Margaret Cummins, Beverly Burroughs, Lois Perkins, Jeannette Strode, Carolyn Leman. Second Row: Fern Wilkins, Joan Pingle, Carol Franklin, Ruby Emberton, Rose Emberton, Barbara Funkhouser, Ruth Cooper, Frances Hines, Karen Moser, Dorothy Holland, Donna McCullough, Janet French, Lorene Schmidtgall, Doris Kiper, Gloria Fultz, Velda Leman, Elna Winterland. Thiid Row: Jeannette Smith, Carol Mrndell, Thelma Zehr, Lois Payne, Gail Bruniga, Marilyn Ferguson, Pat Bodley, Norma Kilgus, Delores Kaisner, Sharon Huber, Marlene Ifft, Helen Monroe, Kathryn Traub, Thelma Kilgus, Marjorie Kafer, Twyla Harris, Doris Nussbaum, Joan Schilz, Pat Doran, Emma Lou Ifft, Jeannette Seaman, Phyllis Kilgus. Fourth Row: Carol Huddleston. Phyllis Cox, Mary Farley, Eunice Ferguson, Marjorie Dameron, Lucille Ward, Norma Doran, Janet Hofmann, Donna Thomas, Day Rigsby, Betty Rogers, Vonna Barnes, Doris Lee, Dorothy Kirchner, Nancy Moulton, Iva Jean Ferguson, Carol Nussbaum, Helen Hetherington, Margaret Tarpy, Alice Nash, Faye Tollensdorf, Frances Donaliy, Maxine Zehr, Rita Wink. Fifth Row: Yvonne Farney, Elaine Broquard, Velda Deman, Pat Maxon, Betty Fendrick, Betty Barnes, Jeanne Mattioli, Doris Holland, Imogene Branstetter, Jacqui Weeks, Marlene Eacret, Elaine Stiver, Esther Rinkenberger, Joyce Wessels, Darlene Price, Janet Rice, Della Romig, Lois Helmers, Mildred Brewer, Betty Nance. P.E. got off to a good start with an excellent season for soccer, hockey and speed ball. These four sports were especially interesting to the new students from Cropsey who had never partaken in them before. The second six weeks saw the beginning of volley ball, with plenty of competition between classes. A varsity all star team was picked, being composed of the better girl volley ball players. A second and third team were picked also and a tournament was staged between the three out- standing teams. The all stars came out with the championship. The all stars then challenged the mens faculty team and were beaten soundly. The beginning of the second semester brought the spotlight on basket- ball. Each girl had to referee a game and call over 50 r of the fouls committed before credits would be received for the course. Tumbling was alternated with basketball in several clashes. Pyramids, rolls, stands, and balances constituted tumbling. The juniors and seniors had the privilege of getting gym suits of a new style this year. Everyone wore the regulation gym suit of blue shorts and white shirts. 36 GIRLS ATHLETICS FRISKIES First Row: Marjorie Dameron, Pat Bodley, Pat Maxon, Lois Perkins, Marlene Ifft, Erna Lou Hofmann, Jeannette Seeman, Phyllis Kilgus, Darlene Tavener, Emma Lou Ifft, Janet French, Marilyn Ferguson. Second Row: Alice Nash, Kay Rigsby, Thelma Zehr, Eunice Ferguson, Helen Hetherington, Carolyn Shearer, Jeannette Kelson, Margaret Cummins, Betty Fendrick, Marjorie Kafer, Jeannette Strode, Bernita Frederick, Nancy Moulton, Iva Jean Ferguson, Mrs. Orth. Third Row: Norma Kilgus, Delores Kaisner, Elaine Stiver, Beverly Burroughs, Sharon Huber, Marlene Eacret, Jeannette Smith, Darlene Price, Esther Rinken- bereer, Janet Rice, Joyce Wessels, Dorothy Kirchner, Della Romig. The Friskies is the girl’s athletic organization, and it’s membership consists of those girls who are interested in recreational pursuits. Eligi- bility for membership is based upon participation in at least five tourna- ment games of any sport. Accomplishments of the club this year have been the annual “Snow Ball”, “Sweetheart Supper”, entertaining the F club, and plans are under- way to sponsor a play day with surrounding schools, and a trip. Officers— President—Jeannette Seeman Vice President—Erna Lou Hoffman Secretary—Phyllis Kilgus Treasurer—Darlene Tavener Friskie Board—Lois Perkins Marlene Ifft Pat Mason Emma Lou Ifft Advisor—Mrs. Mary Orth 38 MUSIC BAND Majorettes: Iva Jean Ferguson, Dorothy Holland, Doris Holland, Nancy Moulton. First Row: Sharon Huber, Emma Lou Ifft, Darlene Tavener, Elaine Stiver, Leonard Rabe, Ray McCullough, Morton Shulman, Lois Helmers, Arthur Melvin, Helen Monroe, Ronald Schilz. Second Row: Marjorie Kafer, Phyllis Kilgus, Norma Kilgus. Margaret Tarpy, Rosemary Grace. Jacqui Weeks, Helen Abbey, Gloria Fultz, Betty Rogers, Gail Bri niga, Donna McCullough, Phyllis Cox, Nancy Goembel, Carolyn Leman. Third Row: Marilyn Ferguson. Beverly Burroughs, Dorothy Kirchner, Alice Nash, Jeanette Smith, Ray Hall, Jim Romig, Ronald Davis, Bob Cummins, Delano Hanes. Frank Combes, Gary Elliott, Charles Rapp, Carolyn Shearer, Marlene Eacret. President: Lois Helmers Vice President: Bob Cummins Secretary; Treas: Delano Hanes Librarian: Jennette Smith The band dept., under the direction of Mr. Wagner, has been one of the most active organizations during the past year. The football season was accompanied by the band. They were great followers of the team. During basketball season they were still following the Tartars and gave a display of their accomplishments during halftime. Everyone has enjoyed their concerts which were given throughout the year. These included a winter band concert and a spring concert. An added feature this year was the introduction of exchange con- certs. In undertaking these, the band journeyed to several neighboring schools to present Assembly programs for the enjoyment of their students. Another new feature was the entering of the state band contest, an event eagerly awaited all year. Much credit is owed to Mr. Wagner for his good work in moulding such a fine unit 40 A CAPELLA CHOIR First Row: Carol Huddleston, Marilyn Ferguson, Carolyn Leman, Beverly Bur- roughs, Jeannette Kelson, Mary Convis, Margaret Cummins, Jaequi Weeks, Margaret Tarpy, Donna Thomas, Mr. Cummins. Second Row: Barbara Funkhouser, Ruth Cooper, Kathryn Traub, Gail Bruniga, Delano Hanes, Bud Goslin, Gary Elliott, Vernon Garmon, Ray McCullough, Dick Ramseyer, Jeannette Strode, Helen Monroe, Janet French. Third Row: Rita Wink, Darlene Tavener, Doris Nussbaum, Bob Cummins, Ronald Davis, Walter Kohlman, Bud Sears, Ronald Nussbaum, Phyllis Kilgus, Joan Elliott, Yvonne Farney. Fourth Row: Elaine Stiver, Carolyn Shearer, Joyce Wessels, Iva Jean Ferguson, Ernie Shult, Morton Shulman, John Maple, Dick Carlson, Ronald Schilz, Frank Combes, Francis Thomas, Jeanette Smith, Marlene Eacret, Fern Wilkins, Carol Nussbaum. Again this year the vocal music department has been under the capable direction of Mr. Robert Cummins. It has furnished it s members and audiences with many enjoyable moments and experiences. In addition to the Boys’ Chorus, Girls’ Chorus, and A Capella Choir, the Girls’ Trio and Boys’ Quartet have been active groups. The trio consists of Margaret Cummins, Janet French, and Elaine Stiver, while the quartet is made up of Frank Combes, Bob Cummins, Delano Hanes, and Ernest Shult. This year, for the first time, F. H. S. Choruses were represented at the All-State music activities held at the University of Illinois. The delegates chosen to attend were: Elaine Stiver, Janet French, and Bob Cummins. 41 BOYS CHORUS First Row: Marion Meiss, Ronald Davis, Leonard Rabe, Roe Wharton, Bob Smith, Ronald Nussbaum, Charles Rapp, Johnny Albee, Gary Rosenberger. Second Row: Mr. Cummins. Wayne Schuler, Walter Kohlman, John Burt, Gary Elliott, Bud Goslin, John Maple, Ronald Schilz, Vernon Garman, Lyle Strode, Ray McCullough, Jeannette Smith. Third Row: Ralph Broquard, Ernie Shult, Morton Shulman, Dick Carlson, Bob Cummins, Delano Hanes, Bud Sears, Dick Ramseyer, Frand Combes Frances Thomas. BOYS QUARTET At Piano: Mr. Cummins. Standing: Frank Combes, Delano Hanes, Bob Cummins, and Ernie Shult. 42 GIRLS CHORUS First Row: Ruth Cooper, Marjorie Kafer, Barbara Funkhouser, Carol Huddleston. Second Row: Vonna Barnes, Thelma Kilgus, Norma Kilgus, Marlene Ifft. Third Row: Helen Monroe, Helen Hetherington, Margaret Tarpy, Kathryn Traub. Fourth Row: Joan Elliott, Janet French, Jeannette Strode, Jacqui Weeks. Fifth Row: Marilyn Ferguson, Donna Thomas, Bernita Fredericks. Yvonne Farney. Sixth Row: Rita Wink, Gail Bruniga, Marjorie Dameron, Phyllis Kilgus. Seventh Row: Doris Nussbaum, Fern Wilkins, Darlene Tavener, Pat Bodley. Eighth Row: Carolyn Leman, Mary Farley, Elaine Stiver, Joan Schilz. Ninth Row: Betty Fendrick, Carol Nussbaum, Mary Convis, Gloria Fultz. Tenth Row: Beverly Burroughs, Carolyn Shearer, Karen Moser, Joyce Wessels. Eleventh Row: Iva Jean Ferguson, Kay Rigsby, Marlene Eacret, Sharon Huber, Jeannette Kelson. Twelveth Row: Jeanette Smith, Elna Winterland, Margaret Cummins, Alice Nash. (At Piano) Jeannette Smith, (Standing) Janet French, Elaine Stiver, Margaret Cummins. GIRLS TRIO MUSIC ACTIVITIES Hot Jazz! I love a parade Contest bound Field formation ACTIVITIES Rah, rah, rah—yeah team. The crackling fire and the vigorous pep talks of our big wheels started the ball rolling for a homecoming cele- bration that promised to be one of the best Fairbury had seen for a long time. 48 By Friday morning the ball was gathering speed as raw materials for floats were stacked all around the campus. Early Friday afternoon the ball moved sedately down main street in the form of the Homecoming pa- rade led b ythe band and followed by the queen and her court. After them came the floats. The Industrial Arts Class got first prize in the float com- petition and the F. H. A. and Fresh- man Class were second and third re- spectively. 49 At the football game the team from Lexington didn’t have a chance as our ball, by this time a large and powerful sphere, literally bowled them over. The Lexington team was ready to stop when the game finally ended forty-seven to nothing. The half time entertainment consisted of a per- formance by the marching band and the presentation of the Queen, Phyllis Kilgus, and her court, Janet French, Emma Lou Ifft, Jeannette Seeman and Jeannette Strode. The final event of the 1950 Homecoming was the annual dance. Many couples danced to the music of Todd Howard and his orchestra. The ball finally stopped at one o’clock Saturday morning when the last strains of mu-ic floated over the crowd. 51 Hallowe’en Party There is one night in every year which is devoted entirely to the Su- pernatural.” and Fairbury High kept the tradition going with all sorts of Ghosts and Goblins flying in the air and scaring the daylights out of peo- ple with their crazy pranks. The governing Ghosts (Student Council) of Fairbury High put on a Hallowe’en Party for the whole school and every kind of imaginable mon- ster was present, including faculty members, who are always considered to be monsters anyway. What Is It? This thing can’t be—but it is Mr. Maurer disguised as a hobo. He looks rather appropriately dressed for the Hobo Record Dance held after the Pontiac football game, September 20. The gym was decorated with the mangled remains of the Pontiac foot- ball players and the victorious TAR- TARS, (in dummy form). The dance ended at 11:00 p.m. NATURALLY ALL football boys were in by 11:30. 52 SNOW BALL Everyone was surprised when they walked into the gym which was beautifully decorated with colored streamers representing the Aurora Borealis. The annual Snow Ball dance sponsored by “The Friskies” was a great success. Helen Thompson accompanied by A1 Olson's Orchestra furnished the music for the evening. Janie Steven’s acrobatic and ballet routine entertained the dancers during intermission. Everyone had a gay evening after tasting the delicious punch. 53 VALENTINE BALL Cupid was a busy little fellow at the seniors Valentine Ball, Saturday, February seventeenth. The couples danced under a canopy of Valentines to the music of Ed Campbell’s Orchestra. The Three Twins very amusingly entertained the couples at inter- mission. The dancers were encouraged by an applause meter! THAT’S ALL BROTHER! ! DRAMATICS 55 JUNIOR PLAY CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN Bob Cummins Jeannette Smith Pat Maxson John Burt Wayne Sutter Keith Moser Bill Harris Allan Durham Bernita Frederick Lois Perkins Betty Fendrick Joyce Wessels Daren Cox Bud Goslin Fern Wilkins Richard Hannie Fine acting was the rule rather than the exception when the Juniors put on their first dramatic performance. Many a chuckle ensued from the crowd as they enacted to perfection, the dignified comedy which rep- resented the chuckles, laughs, and tears so common to an American family Much credit belongs not only to the actors and actresses but also to the stage crew which did such a fine job of organizing the scenery and, of course, to Miss Kirkwood, without whose able direction this production would not have been possible. CAST Mr. Gilbreth Mrs. Gilbreth Ernestine Frank Jackie Dan ............ Bill Fred Anne ........... Lillian Martha Mrs. Fitzgerald Dr. Burton Joe Scales Miss Brill Larry ............... 56 SENIOR PLAY EVERY FAMILY HAS ONE CAST Penelope Reardon Laura Reardon Mrs. James Parker Essie............ Nana Reardon Reginald Reardon Marcia Reardon Warry Reardon James Parker Sherwin Parker Lily Reardon Todd Galloway Erna Lou Hoffman Jeannette Strode Iva Jean Ferguson Jeannette Seeman Beverly Burroughs John Mapel Janet French Dale Albee Ernest Shult Ray McCullough Jacqui Weeks Ralph Broquard The Senior Play this year was probably one of F. H. S.’s most success- ful plays ever given. This was due to the fact that it was given two nights instead of one. The house was a sell out for each night and much praise was given to the Seniors for doing such a fine job. The play was under the direction of Miss Kirkwood who did a marvelous job supervising the cast, stage crew, and all others connected with the play. The Seniors left a memory in everyones hearts by giving such a fine play. 57 Makeup time. On the Jump. The Place is going to the dogs. 58 Curtain Going Up! ATHLETICS BID SEARS BACK BILL GOSLIN BACK PALL HOFFMAN CENTER JOHN MAPEI TACKLE RANDALL K1PER GUARD MOE ELLIOTT GUARD IHK UH 1.1 END BUI) GOSLIN BACK DICK RAMSEYER BOB DORAN BACK DON TOEEENSDORF CENTER_________ MORT SHULMAN TACKLE JERRY WEEKS GUARD COMBINED SQUAD Sitting: Manager, Ernie Shult First row: Keith Runyon, Jack Tomlison, Charles Maley, Harlan Wessels, John Burt, Allan Durham, Walter Kohlman, Lyle Strode Second row: Paul Hoffman, Bill Goslin, Vernon Garmon, Dale Albee, Harold Kyburz, Francis Sears, Duane Kilgus, Morton Shulman, Gary Elliott, Bud Goslin J Mr‘ ain]ir!?’T llen gou8e’ John Maple, Bill Helmers, Don Tollens- Weeks Mr Foa d Kiper' C°X’ Ted Doran’ Wayne SchuleL Gerald Hip-hip-hooray! This was the general and spontaneous reaction of the student body and supporters of the F. H. S. football squad as they finished the season unbeaten, untied, and unchallenged. This perfect season was due entirely to the team spirit and co-operation. By the end of the season the team was functioning as one man. It became a closely welded unit smashed down every obstacle that was thrown at it by its opponents. The team was coached by Mr. Hainline who made this team the fine playing body that it was. 64 GLORY ON THE GRIDIRON Fairbury VS Cornell 1. Tartars whip Cardinals. Fairbury starts off its’ football season by beat- ing Cornell 19 to 13. Fairbury VS Flanagan 2 In the second game the Fairbury Tartars did it again. This time over Flanagan with a score of 34 to 16. Fairbury VS Pontiac 3. Three straight wins. Against our old rivals Pontiac, we ran up a 19 to 14 victory. This was our first win over Pontiac for five years. Fairbury VS Dwight 4. According to the old poem, “There will be no joy in Dwight, mighty Casey has struck out.” Putting a sad end to the Dwight homecoming the Tar- tars came up on the high end of a score of 12 to 0. Fairbury VS Lexington 5. In the homecoming game, the now undefeated Tartars rolled up another victory. The count of this game was 47 to 0. Fairbury VS El Paso 6. Undaunted, the “Tartar Express roared through El Paso, smashing the hapless comets 27 to 7. Keep up the good work, boys. 65 GLORY ON THE GRIDIRON Fairbury VS .Minonk 7. We rub Minonk in the mud, and we do mean literally. The flashy Tartar backs rolled up 27 points while their teammates in the line held the Mo- hawks scoreless. Fairbury VS Forrest 8. Playing host to our neighbor For- rest, we showed them that there was a big difference between the two teams—namely 33 points difference. Final score: Fairbury—33; Forrest—0. Fairbury VS Chcnoa 9. Amid ringing cheers and clamorous shouts of joy, the Tartar Express” ground to a halt, at its home depot, as it knocked off Chenoa 13 to 12. With the final horn of this game the undefeated Tartars concluded the most successful gridiron season in the his- tory of Fairbury High School. COACHES SUMMARY From the standpoint of record, spirit, and backing, I do not believe that a better season could be asked for. The team functioned together as a perfect unit, and nowhere were there any signs of distinct individuality among the players. It is not without regret that I realize that this year’s seniors are graduating. These boys were Freshman when I first came here, and it was with great pleasure that I worked with them as they developed into the team they were. However, it is not with regret that I look upon the underclassmen, who will form the nucleus of next years team. These boys showed excellent spirit and ability, and should keep Fairbury in the win column in 1951. 66 Robert Hainline BASKETBALL 67 VARSITY Back Row—Ray McCullough Mgr., Art Bahler, Bud Goslin, Allen Durham, Gerald Abbey, Jack Rice, Dale Albee, Vernon Garmon, Coach Robert Hainline. Front Row—Ronald Walker, Allen Gouge, Bill Helmers, Ronald Zimmerman, Ted Doran. Although not quite able to match the gridiron Tartars in brilliancy, the “Fighting Tartars” of the Basketball court could be counted on to put out every ounce of strength in any given game. Lacking height and play- ing in stiff competition, these fighting cagers were, nevertheless, able to grab a few surprising, if not well earned, victories. RECORD Fairbury 42—El Paso 51; Fairbury 42—Lexington 71; Fairbury 37— Cornell 43; Fairbury 48—Gridley 47; Fairbury 42—Minonk 77; Fairbury 42 —Dwight 40; Fairbury 34—Wenona 50; Fairbury 35—Forrest 63; Fair- bury 36—Lexington 66; Fairbury 28—Pontiac 57; Fairbury 44—Chenoa 53; Fairbury 42—Gridley 40; Fairbury 52—Cornell 37; Fairbury 40—Flanagan 41; Fairbury 55—El Paso 48; Fairbury 51—Forrest 64; Fairbury 41—Chenoa 58; Fairbury 45—Pontiac 50; Fairbury 59—Octavia 58; Fairbury 49—Min- onk 62; Fairbury 54—Dwight 38; Fairbury 33—Flanagan 42. 68 JUNIOR VARSITY Back Row—Ray McCullough (manager), Jay Kennedy, Dean Waters, Ernest Shult, John Waters, Howard Poshard, Leslie De Fries, Jack Tomilson, Daren Cox, Paul Hoffman, Jim Helmers, Harold Van Sickle, Coach Robert Foard. Front Row—Roe Wharton, Roger Zimmerman, Richard Hannie, Lary Elliott, Bill Harris, Keith Runyon, Virgil Kyburz, Charles Rapp, Leonard Rabe. To these reserve cagers fell the inglorious jobs of getting the crowd in the mood for basketball at games, and of serving as cannon fodder” for the varsity during practice. Their 13-7 record, however, can not be over- looked; and it is these boys who will furnish basketball might in the future. JUNIOR VARSITY RECORD Fairbury 33—El Paso 27; Fairbury 25—Lexington 44; Fairbury 39 —Cornell 15; Fairbury 36—Gridley 32; Fairbury 22—Minonk 39; Fairbury 34—Forrest 44; Fairbury 44—Lexington 42; Fairbury 20—Pontiac 39; Fair- bury 29—Chenoa 40; Fairbury 27—Gridley 26; Fairbury 44—Cornell 22; Fairbury 26—Flanagan 31; Fairbury 40—El Paso 33; Fairbury 26—Forrest 48; Fairbury 42—Chenoa 27; Fairbury 31—Pontiac 26; Fairbury 43—Octa- via 35; Fairbury 32—Flanagan 21; Fairbury 49—Minonk 42; Fairbury 47— Dwight 36. 69 SPRING SPORTS With the return of fair weather in the spring, athletes again took to the outdoors, and Fairbury athletes were no exception. The years athletic activities were completed with the fielding of a track squad and a baseball team. The tracksters were under the able coaching of Robert Foard while Robert Hainline handled the ball players. Again the consol- idation with Cropsey proved its worth because, as was the case with football and basketball, much new talent was furnished. The hard work and fine spirit shown by these athletes caused many people to expect a very successful season. 71 CHEER LEADERS -Janet French, Betty Nance, and Lois Perkins. Three little misses with plenty, plenty of pep. That would be the best way to describe our three cheerleaders. No matter what the weather conditions were or where we played, they were always present to back up the team. We owe much thanks to them for their fine spirit and work in keeping the fans behind the teams. 72 FEATURES Caution! Do not read the following pages. They contain one of the most horrible orgies ever witnessed. 73 74 He mixes well with his fellow students. Orgy is a typical student of F. II. S. d is among the first to join in interesting extra-curricular activities. Each morning Orgy arrives at his class promptly. • • and gives his undivided attention to his studies. 76 and then joins with his fellow students in the noon hour recreation activities At noon, Orgy dines in the school cafeteria. Orgy must be commended for his many fine characteristics, be- cause although he refuses to allow the opposite sex to interfere with his studies.............. . . . and it is for these reasons he is honored and respected by his many friends at F. H. S. 77 CANDID CAMPUS CALENDAR Sept. 5, Tuesday —F. H. S. opens its welcome doors to the new little freshmen! How about that, Seniors? Sept. 6, Wednesday—Students looking over new teachers; new teachers looking over students! ! Sept. 7, Thursday—Introduction of many new faculty members brings hearty applause and wistful wishes from Seniors? Sept. 29, Tuesday—Big game, big victory, and big dance, now who calls who “Skunk Hollow?” Oct. 3. Monday—Della R. looks like she had a big weekend. She wasn’t alone was she Mar- lene E. and Lucille W.? Oct. 4, Tuesday—Miss K. assigns panto- mimes to Speech class. Marjorie K. was as- signed “romantic old maid!” Sept. 8, Friday—Election of cheerleaders. Surprise! Surprise! F. Club buys new cheer- leader outfits. What’s that about short skirts? Sept. 12, Tuesday—No scandal today but just wait! Sept. 13, Wednesday—Blood curdling shrieks and moans ensue from athletic field, investi- gation showed it was only Mr. Foard giving the football boys calisthentics. Oct. 6, Thursday—Bud G. declared, “She’s not my best girl, only my necks best!” Which girl was he talking about? Oct.. 10, Monday—Doc Gouge has Bev Bur- roughs selling Homecoming tickets for him. Shall we make her a member of the F. Club, boys? Sept. 14, Thursday—Students have been wondering what goes on inside teachers lounge. Sept. 18, Friday—Miss Kirkwood says it is evident that Bev. B. is in love by the way she smiles. Haven’t we seen you smile that way Miss K.? Sept. 21, Monday—How does it happen that I. J. F. gets locked in the janitors room with Dewey? Could Nancy M. have anything to do with it? Sept. 22, Tuesday—Hurrah! Lockers arrived today and some freshmen fit right in them! Ha! Ha! Sept. 23, Wednesday—Marg C. says all you have to do to get a locker is to turn birth certificate and finger prints into office. Sept. 28, Monday—Seems that a few Fresh- men (about 25), run around with wet pants! What happened boys? Did the water fountain go wild again? m Oct. 11, Tuesday—Despite violate protest of students, “Superintendent of Soup” Jay Carter insists on serving stewed prunes for lunch. Oct. 12, Thursday—Annual snake dance and bon fire went well except that football boys hatrp fn hp in hv 9:30. 71) Oct. 13, Friday—Everyone went wild as Fairbury triumphed over Lexington, forty- seven to nothing. “Phyl” was crowned our queen and the dance was a big success. Oct. 16, Monday—Courtesy Week? Is that why we have such gentlemen this week? Oct. 18, Wednesday—Carolyn S. invited Navy in for weekend. Getting to be quite a habit— huh, Carolyn? Oct. 19, Thursday—Lyle S. told Mr. Hainline that the cafeteria line reminded him of the road they had driven on that day. It certainly has a lot of nice looking curves in it. Oct. 20, Friday—Flash! ! Nancy M. comes to school with a big rock on her finger. Nancy, lets keep our minds on school. Oct. 24, Tuesday—Who’s afraid of the big bad mouse? Evidently the girls in the locker room are. Oct. 25. Wednesday—Hip, Hip, Hurray! We get our report cards today. Isn’t it fun to take them home and show them to your parents? Gerald Weeks has no comment on the subject. Oct. 30. Monday—Seniors didn’t break the camera this year! Camera took to the beauti- ful faces. Oct. 31, Tuesday— All school Halloween party. It seems teachers were really cream of the crop! Mr. Dees was very natural for the mop top nightmare. Nov. 2, Thursday—What do you know F. H. S. has an actor in it! Randall Kiper put on a very good assembly program as “Private Eye.” Nov. 7, Tuesday—Bev. B. tries to hide battle scars on neck but proves unsuccessful. Nov. 8, Wednesday—Senior Party really sur- prised every one by displaying marvelous number of acts. Walking off with prize was “Picky Nose and the Six Boogers.” Nov. 9, Thursday—Don’t give up hope! Francis D. has a man!? Grand! Nov. 10, Friday—Tartars mangled Chenoa “Red Birds” for undefeated football season! The score was 13 to 12. Nov. 13, Monday—We sigh as our latest lovers Zimmy and Bud G. coo sweet nothings to Miss K about their “Classtime Passtime???” Nov. 15, Wednesday—Emma L. I. insists on antagonizing Mr. Foard. Nov. 16, Thursday—Junior’s Play. Showed that they had really worked hard on it. Swell job, kids! Nov. 20. Monday—Miss Sharp over exerts herself by passing waste paper basket to gum chewers in Franch class. Nov. 21, Tuesday—We students give thanks to Thanksgiving. Nov. 22, Wednesday—Mr. Wagner is becoming very popular with band students??!! Nov. 28, Tuesday—We students give thanks to the snow for lengthening our vacation. Nov. 30, Thursday—Bob Cummins discovered unique way to find a center of circle. All you do is look for the hole the compass made in the paper! ! Dec. 1, Friday—Two of our gallant seniors really went on a spree by taking their girls out to supper. Could it be Ray Me. and Moe E.? Dec. 4, Monday—Boys give up girls for exams and vice versa. Dec. 7, Thursday—Don T. is baffled by Lois P.’s “Love, me then leave me for two weeks” policy. Dec. 11, Monday—We wonder what is really behind those innocent looks of Jim Helmers. Dec. 12, Tuesday—Nancy Goembel says that when a girl finds that she is not the only pebble on a beach she becomes a little bolder. Dec. 14, Thursday—Dale, “But Jeannette, don’t you trust me?” Dec. 15, Friday—Big Snowball dance. Music and dancing enjoyed by about everyone, well just about everyone, but—Ralph B. Dec. 18, Monday—Jacqui W. tells of romantic dream she had with Mr. Foard! Do you know anything about this Mr. Foard? Dec. 22, Friday—Hip! Hip! Hurrah! Vacation starts today! We ended the old year right by having a glorious party as well as being enter- tained by the Three Twins from Bloomington. Ronnie W. wished everyone a Merry Xmas and a “hie” Happy New Year! Jan. 10, Wednesday—The wheels are laying down the law around here; no more loitering in the halls. Dirty old shame isn’t it kids? Jan. 12, Friday—Some of our students wel- come our new teacher, Mr. Potts, into our fair school by letting the air out of his tires; a flat welcome wasn’t it? Dec. 19, Tuesday—Phyllis K. shows up to- day wearing a diamond. John M. gets congratu- lated. “What happened?” said John. Dec. 20, Wednesday—Senior pictures came today. The boast of being the first class in history? that didn’t break one single camera! Dec. 21, Thursday—The basketball squad is gloomy. They have to play in the Forrest Tournament over the holidays. Jan. 16, Monday The new gym isn’t quite ready, but it sure does look super. Be patient boys and maybe you will be playing baseball in it anyway. Jan. 16, Tuesday—Love sure is grand, but sort of embarrasing when the teacher catches you. How about it Poshard? Jan. 18. Thursday Dull day today. Bernita Fendrick is absent! So Pat Maxon seems to be the center of attraction! SI Jan 19, Friday—Ronnie W.—the poet. His favorite poem was recently dedicated to Pat M. entitled “If”! Jan. 22, Monday—I wonder what Betty F. and a certain Lowell W. find so interesting at the fair grounds when the fair isn’t even .there? Feb. 12, Monday—Boy, what a day to start a new week! It’s nine below zero and snowing dogs and puty cats! Feb. 13, Tuesday—The law of average caught up with Fairbury tonight. They finally lost a ball game after a stupendous one game winning streak! Jan. 23, Tuesday—It seems a few of the boys are going around singing a new song lately. It’s called “To the Tables Over At Louie’s”! Feb. 15, Thursday—We all mourned over the resignation of our beloved music teacher, Mr. Cummins, today. John T. says, “One down and ten to go!” Jan. 26, Friday—Randall K. and Margie K. are getting up quite a case these days. Couldn’t be they who were seen parked out at the cemetery could it? Jan. 20, Monday—Yeh! Big game hunter, Peggie Kretzer, after many years of search- ing this broad land, finally captured her a member of the opposite sex. How did you do it, Peg? Jan. 31, Wednesday—Last day of January, people! Maybe with a little patience we will get out of here yet! Feb. 1, Thursday—Today we start a new month, so as Mrs. Hubly would say, “Alright people, let’s settle down and get to work!” Feb. 2, Friday—Good news for the basket- ball boys! Coach Hainline says the new gym will be ready soon. At last the long awaited has come. Feb. 16, Friday—Fairbury played the Mighty Mohawks of Minonk tonite and after a close battle finally lost by a near thirty points! Feb. 17, Saturday—The parents seemed to have a hard time getting their children to do any work today. I wonder if the Valentine’s Ball tonight has anything to do with it? Feb. 20, Tuesday—Fairbury ended their regu- lar basketball season tonite by defeating Dwight after a hard fought battle in our new gym. “Doc” Gouge had quite a time guarding Dwight’s 6’6” little giant. Feb. 22, Thursday—Wayne Schuler—say pop, we got our report cards today! Mr. Schuler—How was yours this tim, Wayne? Wayne—O! Under water, I guess. Mr. Schuler—What do you mean, “Under water”? Wayne—It’s below “C” level! Feb. 5, Monday—Mr. Houser, our new Social Problems teacher, seems to be very popular with the boys—but not with the girls. It couldn’t be because he has a wife and little girl could it? Feb. 6, Tuesday—Who’s the pretty little Junior girl Jack T. has been seen with so often lately? It couldn’t by any chance be Thelma Z. could it? Feb. 8, Thursday Mr. Foard seems a little more cheerful in his study-halls lately; Miss Kirkwood’s company must put him in a good mood. More power to you, Miss K! Feb. 9, Friday—Cupid’s arrow has struck a« ain! This time it hit handsome Bob Doran and a certain little freshman girl whose ini- tials are Phyllis Cox. Also, Fairbury played their first game in the new gym tonite and lost in an overtime to our rivals Pontiac! Feb. 23, Friday—The basketball boys can take it easy now for a while. No more games until the regional tournament—which is being held in our new gym. Feb. 26 Monday—The Senior’s are going around licking their chop’s today. They must be planning on making a fortune this week at the games. The new popcorn machine pops gold. Feb. 27, Tuesday---Fairbury played their last game tonight and bowed to Normal “Iron- men” by a large margin. Feb. 28, Wednesday—The last day of Febru- ary and only three more months to freedom. How does it feel you lucky Seniors? Mar. 2, Friday—Lexington wpn the Regional Tournament tonight by defeating Normal be- fore a packed full house of spectators. 82 Mar. 5 and 6, Monday Tuesday—No school these two days. The teachers and Mr. Dees are learning new Judo tricks at Pontiac. Mar. 7, Wednesday—Margie D. Charlie M. seem to have made up again. They sure are as changeable as the weather aren’t they. Mar. 12, Monday—The Juniors got their rings today. It seems Lois P. is wearing two and Ronnie Z doesn’t have any. I wonder what happened? Mar. 15, Thursday—The lucky eleven on the Basketball-squad got to see the State Tournament games Wednesday and today, but guess who see’s the finals? That’s right, the wheels! Mar. 16, Friday—It seems some of the Ag. Boys were throwing snow balls today on the field trip to Forrest. Jack Frye’s .convertable is pretty neat with the top down,' isn’t it? Mar. 19, Monday—The boys seem to be flocking around a certain girl today. It couldn’t by any chance be Beverly Gibson the new girl from Bloomington, could it? Mar. 20, Tuesday—Four boys are spending the week in the study hall the 7th and 8th periods. Mr. Maurer gave them a nice vaca- tion from Ag. at their own expense! Mar. 22, Thursday—Today we had a reli- gious Easter Service in the assembly. Several of the ministers from our community churches participated in the service! Mar. 23, Friday—Hip-Hip-Hurrah, Easter va- cation starts today! Aren’t we lucky! We won’t have to come back to school until next Tuesday. Mar. 27, Tuesday—We were “welcomed” back to school today by a w'onderful assembly program in the new gym presented by the Illinois University Boys Glee Club. It had to be good because a Fairbury boy, Jim Hurt, was singing in it! Mar. 28, Wednesday—The “Snow-Ball Kids”, were reinstated into Ag. class today. Fun washing windows boys? Mar. 29, Thursday—The Senior girls really have good taste. Pink and silver sweet peas! Quite a combination. It sounds like they’ve all got the pink eye or something. Monday, April 2—Bob D. and Mort S. threaten Mr. Hainline that if they don’t receive their foot- ball checks soon they’ll form a downtown coaches club. Tuesday, April 3—What’s this about play prac- tices lasting to 11:30 each night? And at Forrest too, tsk tsk, 8, Wednesday. April 4—Senior Reign or Teiroi continues at F. H. S. One smart freshman thinks he can get away. Thursday, April 5—Minonk band serenades F. H. S music lovers. What, no Tuxedo Junction? Friday, April 6—T. G. I. F. C� ub has a field day. Monday, April 9—F. F. A. boys talk their heads off at public speaking contest. Mr. Maurer complains, When they’re suppo ed to speak they're silent as mice, but just try to have a little quiet and yon can’t shut them up.” Tuesday, April 10—Senior play practice in final stages. Jacqui W. bobs over as Dubie F. and Ray M. do a torrid love scene. Wednesday. April 11—Senior boys called down an the carpet after hoisting freshman to top of flagpole. Gosh, we just gut tired of seeing the flag up there every aay. Thursday, April 12—Ope ling night! Oh well, there’s one in every class. Friday, April 13—Friday the 13th brings bad uck, it also brings another night of Sen.or ham. We hear the D.A. is going to finally close tne show down. All kidding aside, though, they really did a swell job. Congratulations, kids! You did what they said couldn’t be done! Monday, April 16 —Mr Fetch: Everyone knows that lead is more dense than iron.” John M., More what?” Mr. Ferch: Dense!” John M.: Love to.’' Tuesday. April 17—Trackmen journey to Cor- nell for meet. Say. weig .tman Don T. can really throw the bull. Wednesday, April 18—Spokesman for Trig, class informs Mr. Potts, It’s not that we don't want to do our assignments, because we don’t . .” Thursday, April 19—Mr. Wagner’s protege? toot horns for benefit of Cropsey folk. Friday, April 20--Mr. Wagner’s porteges again toot horns, this time for Fairburians. Monday. April 2? When asked if he liked the concerts, a resident of the school district replied. “Your darn tootin!’’ Tuesday. April 21—Ronnie W. has a right to ho c 11 d oa r now. because he has ouite a goose- egg where Bud G. hit him in the head with a baseball last Wednesday. Wednesday, April 25—Emma Lou (Tex) Ifft i; back in school this week. She says she has been liding horses out in Texas, so I guess she h:s� i excuse for her bow legs now! Thursday. April 26—Th Tartars clashed wi h the rrighty C enoa Red Bi ds tod y in a track meet. Guess who won! 4 Oh well, what’s the use! Friday, April 27—Two of cur lavorite teachers were pone today. Mr. Foard and Mr. Hainline attended the football coaches clinic. How many laps did you have to take? Monday, April 30—Today marks the last day of April. Guess what kids, only four more weeks of school. Tuesday, May 1—What’s this horrible rumor about the Gridley relays being the day after prom. Wednesday, May 2—Oh horrors! It’s true! Thursday. May 3—English IV class shocked by naughty dialogue of “South Pacific.” Friday, May 4—Wheel Prom. Don’t wait up folks. I'll bring in the milk. Monday, May 7—Seniors grow restless for school to end. So do some Juniors. What do you have to say about this Jack T.? Tuesday, May 8—A tuberculosis test was given today. All you cigarette coughers had better watch out or you will be in an institution one of these days. Wednesday, May 9—Someone finally shut up Jacqui Weeks. Thursday, May 10—Certain upperclassmen skip school to go swimming. Certain underclass- men get wet without skipping school. Wild fountains again, eh? Friday, May 11—Jack T., Bill H., and Daren C. set out to disprove all known laws of elec- tricity. Experiment number one; See how many volts a physics teacher can take before his nose lights up. Monday, May 14—“It’s easy to stop smoking.’’ says Dick Carlson, “I’ve done it hundreds of times.” Tuesday, May 15—Lois H. and Emma Lou I. walk abound with dreamy expressions on their faces. They must be thinking of those Texas cowboys again. Wednesday, May 16—Nero Worshipper: “How fast did you run the 100-yard dash, Mr. Houser?” Mr. Houser: “What’s the record?” H. W.: “9.1 seconds.” Mr. Houser: “I ran it in 9.2 seconds.” Thursday, May 17—Poem recited by a Freshie in English I class: “Thirty days hath September. April, June, and my Uncle Louie.”' Friday, May 18 — Teachers strive to send Seniors to their Alma Mater as commencement nears. Monday, May 21—When asked what he want- ed to do after graduation from High School, an ambitious Senior replied, “Become a million- aire.” 85 Tuesday, May 22—Bloodcurdling yells are heard in the gym. Don’t worry, it’s only Mr. Hainline singing in the shower. Wednesday, May 23—Frank Combes: 'Who was that flute I saw you with last night?” Mr. Wagner, That was no flute, that was my fife.” Thursday, May 24—Mr. Ferch: “How did the use of the governor change the steam engine?” Delano Hanes: ‘‘It made a political machine out of it.’’ Friday, May 25—When asked who he was go- ing to take the the Almuni dance, Fuzz Garmon replied, Same old thing.” I wouldn’t stand for that, J. E. Monday, May 28—Seniors come back from baccalaureate services. My such an innocent bunch. Tuerday, May 29—Oh no! Not semester exams again. Wednesday, May 30—Student body cracks up as a result of the exams. Faculty cracks up as a result of the students. Thursday, May 31—Commencement! Whee! We made it! CANDID CAMPUS V IBP 911 ll 37 ODE TO RETIRING EDITOR His policies were atrocious, His writings exceedingly bad, He didnt edit a hundred years. It only seemed he had 88 You to the left and I to the right, For the ways of all men must sever. And it may well be for a day and a night And it well may be forever! But whether we live or whether we die (For the end is past our knowing) Here’s to frank hearts and the open sky, Be a fair or an ill wind blowing! Here’s luck! In the teeth of all winds blowing. 89 Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs Autographs «S - sss