Fairfield High School - Quill Yearbook (Fairfield, IA)

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homes and destiny Farm youth are truly the backbone of this nation, as proven by the Fu- ture Farmers of America. Signifi- cant and meaningful symbols of the organization are the owl, the plow, the rising sun, a cross section of an ear of corn, and the eagle. They represent wisdom and knowledge, progress and agricultural interest through this national organization. Each member has an individual pro- ject which may be a sow and her lit- tle pigs: sheep: beef cattle: corn: oats: soybeans: or wheat. The 1957 barnwarming was attended by both F.F.A. and F.H.A. members if ffl'-R!.'5r Ml Y '-lx Q with square dancing dominating the evening. Bales of straw served many purposes such as being seats and even the throne. Virginia Galbraith was selected the Chapter Sweetheart from ten candidates nominated by F.F.A. members. David McCracken served as master of ceremonies during the annual par- ent-son banquet. Announced there was the educational trip to Niagara Falls and other points of interest planned by the group for this summer by school bus. 'l'op Right: Work on school farm Middle Ri ht Individual stock 1 isi gr : . ' 'a . ng' project Rotton Left: Building Project Bottom Right: Seated: W. Brown, assis- tant secretary: L. Streed, secretary: D. Bekel, treasurer: D. McCracken, president: L. Rob- 1-rtson, reporter: G. Ferrell, sentinel: Rlueher, vlee-president Standing: B. Danielson, assistant treasurer: Mr. Horner, advisor: R. Bower, assistant reporter: R. Melcher, assistant sentinel: L. Stanley, assistant viee-president 29

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Builders of MAK5? Builders of Homes was the theme 5 of this year's Future Homemakers of America district meeting held in Fairfield. Fairiie1d's representative, Connie Abbott who is district vice- president, took part in the installa- tion which was conducted by the local officers. The chapter president, Dorothy Fickel, who had attended National Convention in Chicago last summer helped give the convention report. .ei Outstanding programs of the year were a demonstration on Hower cen- terpieces and a talk on party foods for the Christmas holidays. Mem- bers were given the opportunity to participate in the programs by group discussions on family relations. Night meetings were on the social side, with fun and service being worked into the Christmas party this year by singing carols while deliver- ing cookies and candies to nursing homes of the community. A kitchen party for the F.F.A. boys was one of the highlights of National F.H.A. Week. Later in the week a tea was given in honor of the home economic majors in the county and the high school faculty. Displays at this event showed the purposes of F.H.A. and careers in home economics. ev .. Nb' 4, K Standing: Il. Hoskins, music: C. Laudon, Middle Left: Fall Centerpieces liistoriang S. Shot-kler, projevt c-hairmang M. Bottom Left: Dist,-ict Installation Goellring, reprwter, J. Hutchinson, social - , ,. , , , , i... l'l'l2lll'lll2lllQ lVl. Fivkel, pz11'liamental'ian Bottom Right' Whats youl mimi? Sealed: K. l-lurrison, t1'easu1't-rg C. Abbott, vice-pl'vsi1lm-lit: D. Fickel, presiflentg C. Hall, secretary: Miss Mayor, advisor 28

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Shutterbug experiences Members Qliack Rowjz G. Mayer, R. Meth, J. lleazor, M. Lawson, S. Droz, D. Short 0lTicers: .I. Ramsey, pri-sirlentg J. Mosinski, vice-president: P. Pearce, svcrt-tzu'yg l.. Morrow, treasurer Back of a beautiful photograph is a store of knowledge and training. The FHS Camera Club provides both for students interested in photography. Members learn how to use various types of cameras: how to take the picturesg and then how to de- velop them. Developing was done in the dark room with chemicals and paper bought by the group and with club-owned equipment. Many people have no idea of the technical details involved in taking a perfect photo: angle, light, focus, and exposure time of the picture: determining what kind of Film to use: and then correctly developing the resuult. The shutter clickers learn all these neces- sary details besides getting real creative enjoyment from this interesting and in- formative hobby. Roman customs prevail Olficers: C. McCabe, M. Solheim, D. Yoder, J. Krano, A. Mayer, I.. Whitney ll Ancient Rome lives again in the Latin Club banquet each spring. The atmos- phere is created by the togas, sandals, jewelry ,and slaves: while the dinner itself completes the illusion. Only typical Ro- man food is served - no potatoes. since the tubers were not yet discovered in the days of the ancient empire. However, to arrive at this bountious feast, one must have studied at least one year of Latin. One year entitles the student to be a slave: two years of class work, a senator. Another highlight of the Latin year is the S.P.Q.R. initiation during which members are received and officers for the coming year installed. S.P.Q.R. helps remind us all of the important part Rome has played in our civilization.