Falls City High School - Orange and Black Yearbook (Falls City, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 110 of the 1954 volume:

COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES FALLS CITY HIGH SCHOOL High School Auditorium Thursday, M.ay 27, 1954 8 P. M. FALLS CITY HIGH SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION Seated (left to right): Joseph Reavis, Robert James, Bayard Clark. Standing: Edwin Towle, Dr. W. D. Ketter, Superintendent R. R. Andrews, Corbin Taylor, Gene Bullock. R. R. ANDREWS City Superintendent B. A., M. A. University of Nebraska Wayne State Teachers College University of Colorado H. L. MACK Principal B. S., M. A. University of Nebraska F. C. H. S. AnnxuuixUncj, G. F. CUMMINS Mathematics Social Science B. Sc. Armour Institute GRAYCE CUMMINS Mathematics B. A., M. A. University of Nebraska Columbia University ri DOROTHY FASE Commercial B. A. University of Nebraska University of Colorado DOLLIE HAHN Girls' Physical Education B. Sc. University of Nebraska University of Colorado 0. C. HATCH Vocational Agriculture B. Sc. University of Nebraska Colorado A. and M. ROBERT HENDERSON Assistant Coach B. A. Peru State Teachers College University of Kentucky University of Nebraska E. L. HOEGER Trades and Industries B. A. Washington Central Colorado State CAROLYN HUSTON Homemaking B Sc. University of Nebraska R. G. JEFFERS History B. S. University of Nebraska H. V. JONES Science B A , M A. Park College University of Colorado MILDRED JORN English B A. University of Colorado -yrvr ELIZABETH KINKEAD Vocal Music B M University of Kansas Northwestern University Colorado State Teachers College RUTH KLINE English B. A. University of Nebraska Columbia University CATHERINE NUTTER Social Science Dramatics Lindenwood College University of Nebraska B. A. LA VERNE LUNSFORD Librarian B. A. Peru State Teachers College University of Nebraska M -1 Vi MERCEDES OBERLENDER English Spanish B. A., B. Sc., M. A. University of Nebraska JACK MclNTIRE Coach Boys' Physical Education B. A. Peru State Teachers College University of Nebraska W. R. PERSON Band B. Sc., A. B, M. A. Maryville State College Columbia University University of Colorado LORETTA SHEEHAN MILDRED SHOOK R. W. SYMPSON English Science Latin Commercial Commercial Social Science B. A. B. A. Psychology Peru State Teachers College University of Nebraska B. A. William Jewell College Colorado University Kansas City University LOUISE HENDERSON School Nurse R. N. St. Margaret's Hospital COLLEEN MOREHEAD Secretary Annauncincf, Seniosi'i SHIRLEY APEL Commercial 1 -2-3-4; Home Econ. 1; Vice-Pres. 2; Honor Roll 1-2-3; Orange and Block Staff 4; Bond 1-2-3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1 -2-4. Ring — what ring? RUTH BACHMAN Commercial 1-2-3-4; Home Econ. 1-2-4; Dist. Music Contest 3; Chorus 1 -2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Operetta 1-2-3-4. Silence is golden. JAMES BELLEAU Platte Valley Acad. 1; Trenton, Nebr. 2, Comm. 1-2; Trades and Industries 3; Co-op Tr. 4; President 1; Student Act. Com. I; Class Ploy 2, BB Letter 1-2-3-4; Phys. Ed. 2. Real gone. KENNETH BIPPES Voc. Agr. 1-2-3-4; Dist. Music Contest 3-4; Boys' State 3; Chorus 1-2-3-4, Glee Club 3-4; F. F. A 1-2-3-4; Phys. Ed. 2-3-4; Peru Music Clinic 4. Sit still? I could if I would, but I won't! ROSALIE SPAHR BRANNIN Academic 1; Commercial 2-3-4; Orange and Black Staff 4; Dist. Music Contest 1 -2-3; Chorus 1 -2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Band 1-2-3-4; Operetta 1 -2-3; Class Play 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Dozen-ettes 3-4; Drum Majorette 3-4; Co. Gov't 3; Band Day 4; Peru Music Clinic 4. Her future is insured. NEAL BACHMAN Voc. Agr. 1-2-3-4; Honor Roll 2; Student Act. Com 4, Boys' State 3; F. F A. 1-2-3-4; Phys. Ed. 1-2. Silence ot a price. REX BARTLEY Academic I-2-3-4; Student Act Com. 3; Chorus 1 -2; Class Play 3; FB Letter 2-3-4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3. What would girls do without me? BETTY BENTLEY Academic 1 -2-3-4; Honor Roll 1 - 2- 3; Dist. Speech Cont 3; Dist. Music Cont. 2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Band 1-2-3-4; Operetta 1-2-3; Class Play 3; Jr-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Sox. Quartet 3- 4, Peru Music Clinic 3-4, Band Day 4. V. F. W. — Vincent Frederick's Wife. ETNA BRANNIN Academic I -2-3; Home Econ. 4; Chorus 1 -2-3; Glee Club 2-3; Operetta 1-2-3, Phys. Ed 1-2. Diamonds are a girl's best friend. VERNAL BROCKER Commercial 1, Academic 2-3-4; Honor Roll 1-2-3-4, Orange and Black sTaff 4; Phys. Ed. 1. Navy, here I come! FAYERENE BROWN JAMES CHAFFEE Creston, lowo, 1, Acodemic 1-2-3; Commerciol 4, Home Econ. 1-2-3; Dist. Music Cont. 3-4; Chorus 1-2- 3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Peru Music Clinic 4. Where, oh where, con my sailor boy be? BEVERLY CLARK Commercial 1-2-3-4, Home Econ. 1-2-4, G. A A Awards 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3. Live it up! DORIS CONSTANTINE Commercial I-2-3-4; Home Econ. 1- 2-4, Chorus 1-2-3-4, Glee Club 2- 3-4; Operetta 1 -2-3-4. Isn't love grand? MARNA CURNES Academic 1; Commercial 2-3-4; Home Econ 4; Class Play Prompter 3; G. A. A. Awards 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 2-3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3. That Jones boy. JAMES DOUGHERTY Commercial 1-2-3-4, Pres. 1; Vice-Pres. 3, Honor Roll 1; Dist. Speech Cont. 3; Closs Play 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 2; Phys. Ed 1 -2-3; County Gov't 3; One-act Play 3; Co-op. Tr. 4. Easy come, easy go. Academic 1-2-3-4; Dist. Speech Cont. 1-2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Operetta I-2-3-4; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3. 'There may be greater men than I, but I doubt it! JEAN CLARK Home Econ. 1-2-3-4; V.-Pres. 3; Student Act. Com. 3; Dist. Music Contest 1 -2-; Chorus 1 -2; Band 2-3; Class Play 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1 -2-3. There's a Morrill to the story. BARBARA CROFFORD Commercial 1-2-3-4; Home Econ. 2-3-4, Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3. Killmgs-worth it. JOYCE DEAN Commercial 1-2-3-4; Home Econ. 1-2; Dist. Music Cont. 1-2-3-4; Band 1-2-3-4; Bond Day 4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; One-act Play 3. Mr. Jeffers, he did it! MARY LOU DYKES Commercial 1-2-3-4; Home Econ. 4, Student Act. Com 3; Cheer Leader 4; Dist. Music Cont. 1-2-3-4, Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Operetta 1-2-3-4; Class Ploy Prompter 3; G.A.A. Award 3-4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys Ed. 1-2-3-4; Dozenettes 3-4; Co. Gov't 3; G.A.A. Officer 4; Peru Clinic 3-4; Honor Roll 4. Don't tell a soul, but... DELBERT EICKHOFF Voc. Agr. 1-2; Trades and Ind. 3-4; Chorus 4; Phy Ed. 1-2-3-4. Our little flame. KEITH FRYER Academic 1; Trades and Ind. 2-3- 4; Co-op. Tr. 4; Phys. Ed. 1-4. Work fascinates me. I could sit and look at it for hours. NORMA GODEMANN Academic 1-2-3-4; Honor Roll 1; Chorus 1-2-3-4, Glee Club 3; Operetta 1-2-3-4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3. She looks innocent, but— MARGIE HAHN Academic 1-2, Com. 3-4; Bond 1; Phys. Ed 1. Need a ride, girls? JACK HIXSON Academic 1-2-3-4; Pres. 3; Sec -Treas. 4; Honor Roll 1-3-4; Orange and Black Stoff 4; Dist. Speech Cont 3; Chorus 4; Class Play 3; FB Letters 3-4; Phys Ed. 1-2-3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Toast. 3; Peru Music Clinic 4. GEORGIA FRANKE Commercial 1 -2-3-4; Home Econ. 4, Dist. Music Cont. 1-2-3-4; Bond 1-2-3-4; G.AA. Awards 3-4; Phys. Ed. I-2-3-4; Band Day 1-2-4. Drive by that house once more BARBARA A. GILLILAND Acodemic 1-2-3-4; Honor Roll 1-2-3-4, Chorus 1; G.A A. Awards 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. I -2-3; County Gov't 3. Hi, Dad. LESLIE GROFF Academic I-2-3-4; Orange and Block Staff 4, Dist. Music Cont. 3; Chorus 3-4; Operetta 3; BB Letter 2-3-4; FB Letter 3-4; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4, State Music Cont. 4; Track 3, 4. O-Kay. BETSY HARTMAN Commercial 1 -2-3-4; Home Econ. 4; Honor Roll I; Dist. Music Cont. 1-2-3-4; Band 1-2-3-4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Band Officer 2-3; Trumpet Trio 2; Trumpet Quart. 3; Peru Bond Clime 3; Band Day 4. Let's have a party! ESBURN JAMES, JR. Voc. Agr 1-2; Trades and Ind. 3-4; Chorus 4, F. F A. I -2; Phys. Ed. 1 -2-4. We were just discussing the lesson Hero. RICHARD JENKINS Academic I -2-3-4; Student Act. Com 1; FB Letter 4; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3. I have o mind of my own BETTY JOY Academic 1 -2-3-4; Honor Roll 1 -2-3-4; Orange and Block Staff 4; Woodwind Trio 2, Dist Speech Con 3; Dist Music Con 1 -2-3-4; Peru Band Clime 1-2-3; Tecumseh Bond Clinic 1, Chorus 4; Band I-2-3-4; Orchestra 1 -2-3; Band Officer 4; Operetta 4, Class Play 3; Band Executive Boord 3-4, GAA Awards 3-4, Jr -Sr. Banquet Com 3; F, C Bond Clinic 2, Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4, State Music Clinic 2-4; Woodwind Quintet 3; Band Day I -2-4; Peru Music Clinic 4. The more the merrier LORNA KELLY Commercial I-2-3-4, Chorus 1-2-3. The silent type? . . . little do you know. JUNE KIRKENDALL Acodemic 1; Commercial 2-3-4, Home Econ. 2-3-4, Chorus 2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3; Operetta 2-3; G.A. A Awards 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4. Life is terrible! ROBERT LEWIS Academic 1-2-3-4; Class Pres. 4, Honor Roll 1-2-3-4; Dist. Speech Cont. 3; Class Play 3; FB Letters 3-4, T Letter 3. Brain, brawn, and be-bop. PATRICIA JOHNSON Acodemic 1-2-3-4; Vice-Pres. 4, Honor Roll 1 -2-3-4; Orange ond Black Staff 4; Syracuse Twirler's Clinic 4; Peru Band Clinic 1-3; Peru Chorus Clime 3-4; Co. Gov't 3; G.A A. Officer 4; Mixed Chorus 3-4, Glee Club 3-4; Band 1-2-3-4, Dist. Music Con. I-2-3-4, Orchestra 2-3, Operetta 3-4, Class Play 3; Flute Quartet 2-3; G. A A Awards 3-4; Jr -Sr. Banquet Com. 3; F. C. Band Festival 1 -2-3; Phys. Ed. I-2-3-4, Woodwind Quintet 3; Band Letters 1-2-3-4, Bond Day 1-2-4 It's Greek for me JACK KELLEY Academic I-2-3-4, FB Letter 4. Stout-hearted man ROGER KIEKHAEFER Academic 1-2-3-4, Student Act. Com. 2, Chorus 4, Class Play 3; Phys Ed. 1-2-3-4; BB Letter 4. Women ore oil alike LOIS KIRKENDALL Commercial 1 -2-3-4, Home Econ. 1-2-4; Dist. Music Cont. 2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3; Honor Roll 4; Peru Music Clinic 4 Actions speak louder than words VIVIAN MclLVAIN Commercial 1 -2-3-4, Home Econ 4, G.A A Awards 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3, Phys Ed. 1-2-3-4. What are we eating today? ADRIENNE McMILLEN Commercial 1 -2-3-4; Home Econ. 1; Honor Roll 1-3-4; Orange and Black Staff 4, Dist. Music Cont. 2-3-4; Chorus 2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4. Mixed Chorus 2-3-4; Operetto 2- 3-4, Class Play 3, G A A. Awards 3- 4; Playday 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4; Co. Gov't 3, G A A Officer 4; Peru Music Clinic 4 How rare! BETTY NITZSCHE Commercial 1-2-3-4; Home Econ. 1-2-3-4, Chorus I-2-3-4. The bashful type. GARY PECK Voc Agr 1-2, Academic 3-4, Honor Roll 1-2-3; Phys. Ed. 1-2. Pleose, Dod, I want to go to Borada! RaMETTA RAMSEY Academic 1; Commercial 2-3-4; Home Econ. 2; G.A A. Awards 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4. Don't bother me — I'm doing all right. ALICE RICHMOND Commercial 1 -2-3-4; Home pcon. 1-2; Honor Roll 1; Chorus 4; Class Play Com 3; G.A.A. Awards 3-4; Jr.-Sr Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4. I want to go to Verdon, too. RICHARD McMILLEN Academic 1-2-3-4, Chorus 1-2-3-4; Operetta 1-2-3-4; T Letter 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4, Peru Music Clinic 4. Dear Dorothy Dix— PATSY NOLL Academic 1 -2-3-4, Sec.-Treas. 1; Honor Roll 1-2-3-4; Orange and Black Staff 4; Cheerleader 3-4; Dist. Music Contest 2-3-4, Chorus I -2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Operetta 1-2-3-4; Class Play 3; G.A.A. Awards 3-4; Jr -Sr Banquet Com. 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Toastmaster 3; Phys. Ed. 1-3-3-4, Dozenettes 3-4; State Music Clinic 3-4; Peru Music Clinic 4. Dynamite1 GALE PICKARD Commercial 1-2-3-4; Student Act Com 2, Jr.-Sr Banquet Com. 1-2-3; Co Gov't 3. I'm |ust a crazy mixed-up kid. DARLINE REMMERS Commercial 1-2-3-4, Home-Ec. 1- 2-4; Dist. Speech Contest 2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Operetta 1 -2-3-4. Has anyone seen Wittrock's kitchen inspector? PAUL RIEGER Voc Agr 1; Trades ond Ind. 2-3-4, Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4, FB Letter 4. Rodeo Rieger DONALD RUCH Academic 1; Commercial 2-3-4; Phys. Ed. 1. Where did it go? LAWANDA RUEGGE Home Ec. 1 -2; Academic 3-4; Honor Roll 1 -2, Dist. Speech Cont. 2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3; G.A A Awards 4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 2-3-4. What's YOUR dream-man like? PAUL SCHATZ Academic 1-2-3-4; Honor Roll 1; Dist. Speech Cont. 2-3; Chorus 2-3-4, Operetta 2-3; Phys. Ed 1-2; Jr.-Sr Banquet Com. 3; Peru Music Clinic 3-4. Let ME tell you! JANIS SCHOLZ Commercial 1-2-3-4; Honor Roll 1 -3; Dist. Music Cont 2-3-4; Mixed Chorus 3-4, Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3-4; Operetta 1-2-3-4; G. A A. Awards 3-4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 2-3-4; Co. Gov't 3; Peru Music Clinic 4. Have you seen anyone around? KAY SHOUSE Commercial 1-2-3-4; Sec.-Treas 2; Orange and Black Staff 4; Cheer Leoder 4; G.A A Awards 3-4; G. A A Officer 4; Jr -Sr. Banquet Com 3; Phys Ed 1-2-3-4; Co. Gov't 3; Miss Falls City 4. Les, what happened 5 GAIL RUEGGE Voc. Agr. 1-2-3-4; Student Act. Com. 3; F. F. A 1-2-3-4; FB Letter 3-4; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3. Wise — or otherwise!! CAROLE SANDER Commercial 1-2-3-4; Home Ec. 1-2-4; Dist. Music Cont. 2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Peru Music Clinic 4. I'll get the groceries. JO ANN SCHEITEL Academic 1-2-3-4, Home Ec. 1-2, Honor Roll 3; Chorus 2-3-4; Glee Club 3; Operetta 2-3-4; Class Play 3; G.A A Awards 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4. I'm engoged, too! HENRY SCHWARTZ Seattle, Wash , 1; Acodemic 1-2-3-4, FB Letter 3-4; BB Letter 3. Wnoop-dee-doo! RAYMOND SIMON Trades and Ind. 1-2-3-4; Chorus 4; Phys. Ed. 1. Let me pass your notes. MARILYN SLAGLE Academic 1 2-3-4; Honor Roll 1-2- 3-4, Dist. Music Contest 3-4, Chorus 3-4; Glee Club 3-4; Bond 4; Operetta 3-4; G.A.A. Awards 3-4; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed 1-2-3-4, Co Gov't 3; Bond Day 4; Peru Music Clime 4, Orange and Black Staff 4. This just isn't my day ' DICK SPAULDING Commercial 1-2-3-4; Honor Roll I -3; Dist. Music Contest 1-2-3-4, Bond 1-2-3-4; Class Ploy 3; Jr-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. I -2-3; Bond Day 4. “Howdy. LcROY STAYTON Madison, Nebr, 1-2-3; Academic 1-2-3-4, School Paper of M. H. S. 3; Student Act. Com. 2-3; Dist. Music Contest 1-2-3; Boys' State 3; Chorus 1 -2-3; Glee Club 1 -2-3; Bond 1 -2-3; Class Play 3; T Letter 3; Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Boys' Quartet 3; Madrigal 3; Honor Roll 4. “A girl m every state. That's my goal. DONALD TUTT Mountain Home, Arkansas 2, Voc. Agriculture 1-2; Academic 3-4; Pres, at Mountain Home, Ark., 2; Chorus 1-4, F.F.A. 1-2; BB Letter 2; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4; Peru Stote Music Cont. 4; Auburn State Music Cont. 4. “Wimple. VIRGINIA WEINERT Academic 1-2-3-4, Honor Roll 1-2-3-4; Jr -Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1 -2. Jinx. BILLY SORENSEN Academic I-2-3-4; Phys Ed. 1-2-3; FB Letter 3-4, BB Letter 2-3-4. “The 'Bab-o' Kid “ PATRICIA STALDER Academic I-2-3-4; Vice-Pres. 1; Sec.-Treas. 3, Honor Roll I-2-3-4, Orange and Black Staff 4; Cheer Leader 4, Dist. Music Contest 1-2-3-4, All-State 3; Chorus 3-4, Band 1-2-3; Orchestra 3-4, Class Play 3, G.A.A. Awards 3-4; G.A A. Officer 2; G.A A Pres. 4, Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com 3; Phys. Ed. 1 -2-3-4; Co. Gov't 3, Dozenettes 3-4; Baritone Quortet 3; Band Exec Board 2-3, F. C. Band Clinic 2-3; Peru Band Clime 3, Peru Chorus Clinic 3-4, Band Day 1 -2. “Flirtation is attention without intention. GARY TUDOR Academic 1-2-3-4; Orange and Black Staff 4; Class Play 3; BB Letter 3-4, T Letter 1-2-3; Phys Ed. 3-4. “Who staked my locker? HARVEY VOLLMER Voc. Agr 1-2; Trades and Ind. 3- 4, F.F.A. 1-2; Phys. Ed. 1-2-4. I'm not afraid to study, but life is so short. DAVID WETMORE Academic 1 -2-3-4; Chorus 2; Phys. Ed I. Phooey — no explosion! GARY WIAR Academic 1-2-3-4, Honor Roll I; Orange and Block Staff 4; Student Art Com 4, Chorus 4; T Letter 2-3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3; FB Letter 4. If I just had o car! BARBARA WING Commercial 1-2-3-4, Home Econ. 1 -2-3; Chorus 1 -2-3-4; Glee Club 3; Operetta 2-3; G.A.A. Awards 3; Phys. Ed. 1-2-3-4. Roger. SHEILA YODER Commercial 1 -2-3-4, Class Pres. 2; Honor Roll I-2-3-4; Orange and Black Staff 4; Student Act. Com. 4; Cheer Leader 2-3-4; Dist. Music Contest I-2-3-4, Chorus 1-2-3-4; Glee Club 1-2-3-4; Operetta 1-2-3-4, G.A.A. Awards 3-4, Jr.-Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1 -2-3-4; State Music Clime 3-4; Co. Gov't 3; Beatrice Music Clinic 3-4; G.A. A. Officer 2-4; Business Manager for Class Play 3. I'm last again. CHARLES WILLIAMS Academic 1 -2-3-4; Jr.-Sr. Bonquet Com. 2; Phys. Ed. I -2-3. Little man around town. MERLYN WINSOR Academic 1 -2-3-4; Home Econ. 4; Honor Roll 3; Dist. Music Contest 2-3; Chorus 2-3-4; Glee Club 2-3; Class Plays 3; Jr -Sr. Banquet Com. 3; Phys. Ed. 1; Peru Music Contest 4 What will you have? SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Front row (left to right: Gary Wiar, John Hixson, Neal Bachman Back row: Patricia Johnson, Robert Lewis, Sheila Yoder. Senior Class History “OH, WE LOVE THE HALLS OF IVY THAT SURROUND US HERE TODAY AND, WE WILL NOT FORGET THO’ WE BE FAR, FAR AWAY. “So dear to our hearts, that September day” — when the patter of the timid feet of our Freshman class was heard, faintly echoing: down the halls of Falls City High. We were guided in our first feeble attempts by the capable leadership of our Class Sponsors: Miss Graves and Mr. Thompson. With their help we chose our Class Officers: President, Jim Dougherty; Vice-president, Patricia Stabler; Secretary-treasurer, Patsy Noll; and Student activities committeemen, Richard Jenkins and Ralph Nelson. Each one of us put his best foot forward, participating in at least one of the extra-curricular activities. Over one-fourth of the class made the Honor Roll. Patricia Johnson was a Majorette; Gary Peck was an F. F. A. officer; Gary Tudor lettered in track. Those taking part in the District Music Contest at Auburn were: Shirley Apel, Betty Bentley, Jim Chaffee, Joyce Dean, Mary Lou Dykes, Georgia Franke, Marjorie Hahn, Betsy Hartman, Patricia Johnson, Betty Joy, Dick Spaulding, Patricia Stalder, and Sheila Yoder. “Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, It’s off to work we go” — dashing madly from first floor to Biology Lab, etc. However, we managed to keep a good percentage on the Honor Roll and to participate in Extra-Currie Activities. At a meeting called by our class sponsors, we elected our new officers: President, Sheila Yoder; Vice-president, Shirley Apel; Secretary-treasurer, Kay Shouse; and Committeemen, Roger Kiekhaefer and Gale Pickard, to see us through our Sophomore year. Enthusiasm ran high as we started “plugging” for coveted spots. Some were lucky enough to prove their abilities. George Purcell and Sheila Yoder took over vacancies on the Cheerleading Squad, and with most of the class behind them, they let the contestants know that we were with them. Rex Bartley became our first football Ietterman. Les Groff and Bill Sorensen broke the ice on the basketball team and headed our list of stars. Gary Tudor pulled through with his second track award, and Gary Wiar, his first. Patricia Stalder and Sheila Yoder became our first G. A. A. officers. A glance back at the Band department shows that we were coming into our own with two Majorettes, Patricia Johnson and Rosalie Spahr; one Band Officer, Betsy Hartman; and a representative to State Music Clinic, Betty Joy. In addition to those attending District Music Contest our Freshman year, were: Doris Constantine, June Kirkendall, Lois Kirkendall, Adrienne McMillen, Patsy Noll, Darline Remmers, Lawanda Ruegge, Carole Sander, Paul Schatz, Janis Scholz, Rosalie Spahr and Merlyn Winsor. We were especially proud of Shirley Apel, Neal Bachman, Betty Bentley, Vernal Brocker, Barbara Gilliland, Patricia Johnson, Betty Joy, Robert Lewis, Patsy Noll, Gary Peck, Lawanda Ruegge, Marilyn Slagle, Patricia Stalder, Merlyn Winsor and Sheila Yoder, who made the Honor Roll. “It’s wonderful,” — the fun and fame we had our Junior year. Class sponsors: Miss Jorn, Miss Sheehan, Miss Huston and Mr. Hoeger, called a meeting for the election of officers. Taking over these duties were: Jack Hixson, President; Jim Dougherty, Vice-president; Pat Stalder, Secretary-treasurer; and Rex Bartley, Mary Dykes and Gail Ruegge, Activity committee members. This year half of the band executive board were Juniors: Betsy Hartman, Betty Joy, Dick Spaulding and Patricia Stalder. Patsy Noll joined Sheila Yoder in the Cheerleading ranks. They were also our representatives to the State Music Clinic in the fall. This year Rex Bartley was a second year letter-man in football, Leslie Groff, Jack Hixson, Robert Lewis, Paul Rieger and Henry Schwartz earned their first’s and Gail Ruegge was Student Manager. On December 5, the Junior Class presented the comedy, “It’s Papa Who Pays.” Members of the cast were: Betty Bentley, Rex Bartley, Jim Dougherty, Jack Hixson, Roger Kiekhaefer, Robert Lewis, Betty Joy, Patsy Noll, JoAnn Scheitel, Gary Tudor, Merlyn Winsor and Patricia Stalder. Behind the scenes were Marna Curnes, Mary Lou Dykes, Patricia Johnson, Adrienne McMillen, Alice Richmond, Rosalie Spahr and Dick Spaulding. The play was directed by Mr. John Korslund. Almost everyone in the class participated in the Cornhusker County Government elections. Taking over the official duties in the Court House were: Neal Bachman, Rex Bartley, Jim Chaffee, Mary Lou Dykes, Jim Dougherty, Barbara Gilliland, Patricia Johnson, Adrienne McMillen, Paul Schatz, Kay Shouse, Rosalie Spahr, Patricia Stalder, Gary Tudor and Sheila Yoder. Gail Ruegge was elected Secretary of the F. F. A. The Junior members of the Dozenettes were: Mary Lou Dykes, Patsy Noll, Rosalie Spahr, Patricia Stalder and Sheila Yoder. Also representing us in the vocal department was the Boys’ Quartet, composed of Jim Chaffee, Leslie Groff, Ralph Nelson and Paul Schatz. The list of the participants in District Music Contest grew with the addition of Ruth Bachman, Kenneth Bippes, Barbara Crofford, Fayerene Brown, Norma Lee Godemann, Leslie Groff, JoAnn Scheitel and Barbara Wing. Contestants in the District Speech Contest were: Betty Bentley, Jim Chaffee, Jim Doughterty, Jack Hixson, Robert Lewis, and Betty Joy. Joyce Dean and Patricia Stabler also took part in the speech program. Basketball season brought letters to Jim Belleau, Leslie Groff, Bill Sorensen and Gary Tudor. Henry Schwartz was the Student Manager. There were five fellows who lettered in track our Junior year: Leslie Groff, Robert Lewis, Richard McMillen, Gary Tudor, and Gary Wiar. Bob thrilled us by winning a medal at the Meet at Lincoln for his discus. Of course, the highlight of our year was our Junior-Senior Banquet held in the Prichard Auditorium on May 1. The theme for this “Loveliest Night of the Year was “An Evening in Paris.” Jack Hixson, class president, gave the toast; Patsy Noll acted as EMCEE. From here we drifted on into another vacation. “We’re Sitting on Top of the World” — now as Uppers-uppers. There was no limit to what we could do with all our talent. Our class sponsors were: Mr. and Mrs. Cummins, Mr. Jones, Mr. Person and Mr. Symp-son. Robert Lewis was elected President; Patricia Johnson, Vice-president; Jack Hixson, Secretary-treasurer; and Neal Bachman, Gary Wiar and Sheila Yoder, Activity committeemen. Our ORANGE AND BLACK staff consisted of: Editor, Jack Hixson, Business Manager, Sheila Yoder; Assistant Business Manager, Patricia Stabler; Author of the Will, Patsy Noll; Historian, Patricia Johnson; Prophet, Betty Joy; Sales Promoter, Leslie Groff; G. A. A., Kay Shouse; Music, Marilyn Slagle and Rosalie Spahr; Photographer, Gary Wiar; Sports Writer, Gary Tudor; Academic, Vernal Brocker; and Typists, Shirley Apel, Adrienne McMillen and Janis Scholz. The Senior Class of 1954 chose Kay Shouse to be Miss Falls City at the Halloween Festival at Hiawatha, Kansas. For the first time in years, all of the Cheerleaders were chosen from the same class — our class. They were Mary Lou Dykes, Patsy Noll, Kay Shouse, Patricia Stabler, and Sheila Yoder. Rex Bartley earned his third football letter; Leslie Groff, Jack Hixson, Robert Lewis, Paul Rieger, and Henry Schwartz, their second; and Richard Jenkins and Gary Wiar, their first. Our girls, too, were active in sports. Our G. A. A. officers were Patricia Stabler, Sheila Yoder, Kay Shouse, Adrienne McMillen, May Lou Dykes, and Patricia Johnson. First or second state awards were earned by the officers and Beverly Clark, Mama Curnes, Georgia Franke, Barbara Gilliland, Betty Joy, June Kirkendall, Vivian Mellvain, Patsy Noll, Ramet-ta Ramsey, Alice Richmond, Lawanda Ruegge, JoAnn Scheitel, Janis Scholz, Marilyn Slagle, and Barbara Wing. In the music departments many of our fellow classmates took part in various vocal and instrumental groups, and in the clinics and festivals and programs held for them. Jim Chaffee, Leslie Groff, Betty Joy, Patsy Noll, Paul Schatz, Patricia Stalder, and Sheila Yoder were the seniors who attended the State Music Clinic. This year Patricia Johnson and Lawanda Ruegge became members of the Dozenettes. Janis Scholz and Marilyn Slagle capably divided the vocal accompanist’s duties. First year participants in the District Music Contest were Alice Richmond, Jack Hixson, Roger Kiek-haefer, Richard McMillen, and Gary Wiar. The speech department brought other talent to the surface. Besides Betty Joy, JoAnn Scheitel, Patricia Stalder, and LeRoy Stayton, who took part in the District Speech Contest; Betty Bentley, Jack Hixson, Patricia Johnson, and Robert Lewis participated in the local event. Again basketball brought the spotlight to our class when Jim Belleau, Leslie Groff, Roger Kiekhaefer, Bill Sorenson, and Gary Tudor lettered. Many of the Senior boys received track letters this Spring. The blue carnation became our official flower; Navy and sliver, our colors; and “Today we follow, tomorrow we lead,” our motto. On April 30, the Senior Class Play, “I Love Lucy,” was presented under the direction of Mrs. Nutter. Those who helped with the production were Joyce Dean, Georgia Franke, Leslie Groff,, Betsy Hartman, Richard Jenkins, Patricia Johnson, Betty Joy, Roger Kiekhaefer, Richard McMillen, Patsy Noll, Gale Pickard, Lawanda Ruegge, Paul Schatz, Janis Scholz, Patricia Stalder, LeRoy Stayton, Merlyn Win-sor, and Sheila Yoder. We were the honored guests of the Junior Class at the Banquet, held on May 1, at the Prichard Auditorium. Our Prexy, Robert Lewis, gave the response. Class Day exercises were on May 13th. Baccalaureate services were held on May 23rd. The most memorable night of the year was Commencement, on the 27th of May. This was to be the last time that we, as a class, would enter the Auditorium of our Alma Mater. After returning for our last report cards, we each started on our separate ways, hoping that we would all meet again on the Stairway to the Stars. Patricia Johnson Historian, Class of ’54 Senior Class Prophecy It was just an ordinary spring day — exactly like a million other spring days except that by the time the clock struck midnight, the Senior Class of ’54 would have been duly graduated from Falls City High School and launched on new and separate careers. As I lolled on the chaise longue, I listened to the soft, dreamy music drifting out from the house and wondered just what the Class of ’54 would be doing — say twenty years from now. Gradually the warm sunshine and the soft music began to take effect and I found myself drifting off to sleep — still wondering. Waking to the clinking and clanging of bottles and the gay whistling of Kenny “The Happy Milkman” Bippes, I jump out of bed, dress quickly, swallow some breakfast, and rush down to Patzee’s Beaute Salon. Patzee, commonly known as Patsy Noll, has become world renown as the only American-born genuine French hair stylist in the wrold. There’s RaMetta Ramsey under the first drier! They say she owns a horse ranch, a glue factory, and a meat-packing company. That sounds very suspicious to me. Who’s that hiding behind a magazine? Oh, yes, that’s Ruth Bachman who teaches a night school for Hindus from Pakistan. And there’s Darline Remmers sitting next to her. Darline is the president of the local chapter of the Lonely Hearts’ Club. She sends all her “lonely hearts” to Bill Sorensen’s dancing school. Bill is rated as a second Arthur Murray — and to think he used to be allergic to social dancing, especially with girls! I think I’ll sit over there by Alice Richmond and find out the latest news. Since she’s a lady F. B. I. agent, she’s had a lot of experience in “snooping.” “Hello, Alice, imagine meeting you here. I thought you were in Timbuctoo.” “I came in on the Jenkin’s Limited last night. That reminds me, have you heard that Richard has just perfected a jet-propelled locomotive. Railroaders call him “Richard the Railway Saver.” “Fancy that!” “Oh, there have been a lot of new inventions. Keith Fryer has invented a light-weight frying pan for husbands with temperamental wives. Think of all the cracked skulls that will prevent! And Gary War has revolutionized record players by inventing a robot that stands by ready to flip the records, change the needle, or do any emergency repair work. It gives Gary more time for the girls. The latest thing in automobiles is Jim Chaffee’s Motor Wonder which runs on water. Siphoning will soon be a lost art! Seriously though, he’s really a mechanical wizard. He installed a unique system in Marna Curne’s car. Every time she comes within three feet of a solid obstacle, the automatic control system takes over, which means longer lives for millions of fenders. After all these years Raymond Simon has finally secured a patent on his electronic mouse trap. It should be on the market any time now.” “Speaking of mice, have you seen Vivian Mc-Ilvain’s latest comic strip? She calls it ‘The Adventures of Rickie and Ginnie Mouse in Outer Space.’ You’ll have to excuse me, Patsy is ready for me. I’ll see you later. Well, Patsy, are you ready for this evening?” “Oh, yes, it promises to be a wonderful evening! Why just a few minutes ago RaMetta and I were discussing the changes that have come about in the last twenty years. It’s amazing how many of our class went into manufacturing.” “You must tell me all about it.” “Well, for instance, take Esburn James. Who would ever have guessed that he’d become a RUBBING alcohol tycoon? And Norma Godemann practically owns a monopoly over the manufacturing of park benches. The only part of the process she doesn’t control is the boltmaking. Bryon Marteny’s method for bolts for park benches has never been surpassed. Paul Schatz went into a rather fascinating business, too. He manufactures handcuffs — available in two styles. You can buy either the conventional type or the padded ones for sleep-walkers. Then there’s the nut business. Gary Tudor’s nut factory is really thriving. Everyone simply adores his Kansas-style cashews as they’re both delicious and economical. His slogan, ‘The more nuts the merrier,’ also helps boost sales. Last but not least in this field is Don Ruch. People everywhere are asking for his novel root beer mugs. Don says your mug doe make a difference. There now, you’re ready for the drier.” A half-hour later I breeze out of the Salon and down the street to Pat’s Hat Shop. Pat Johnson’s creations are simply out of this world and are definitely original, although most men deem them extremely frivolous. However, I don’t think men will ever learn to appreciate hats. “Oh—isn’t the one with the petunias simply divine! They look just like those giant petunias Charles Williams raises.” “I’ve been admiring that one, too.” “Why, Barbara Gilliland, what a pleasant surprise! I just finished reading your sequel to Who’ Who, and, in my opinion, What’ What is tops. You must have met a lot of people while you were doing your research work.” “Oh, I did. You’d be astounded at how many of our friends I ran into.” “I love to hear all about it.” “Well, I met David Wetmore, Jack Hixson, Merlyn Winsor, Barbara Wing, and Joyce Dean in Washington. David has a government job burning worn-out money — he goes around with a fiendish look in his eye, whistling ‘Temptation’; Jack has just been commissioned an admiral of Nebraska’s Navy — quite an honor for a high school graduate; Merlyn is considered the best woman lawyer in the country, probably because of her ability to out-talk any of the others; Barbara runs a resort for dogs with vacationing masters; Joyce, the Wave with a sailor in every port, was there on leave. I saw Etna ‘Play it cool’ Brannin and Beverly Clark in Paris. All Beverly would say concerning France and her resources was, ‘Oooh-la-la, zese Frenchmen!!’ while Etna pleaded ‘No comment.’ JoAnn Scheitel is in Scotland teaching hula dancing. Just think — kilts and the hula! I talked to Lord Kiekhaefer in London, too. It seems Roger caught the Queen’s favorite lady-in-waiting when she fell out of a balcony and thus earned his title. He ay� he just happened to be passing by— a likely story. I sailed back on the same boat as Richard Mc-Millen. Dick was just completing a successful tour and is still the world’s champion chess player. Several of our classmates were musically inclined. Lois Kirkendall’s latest tune, ‘A Barrel and a Peck,’ should be out any day. ‘Bachman’s Rag’ is the rage in Boston. Neal wrote it after taking a short course on Bach. He decided classical music needed modernizing. Paul Rieger owns a huge cactus ranch in Arizona where he raises all sizes and shapes. Nearby Cactus Center sponsors tourist trips through the ranch, all of which Betty Nitzsche has taken advantage. She operates a small store with two products featured — tweezers and merthiolate. Virginia Weinert owns a dude ranch in Texas. It’s like most dude ranches except for one thing — Virginia provides trained ostriches for riding. Once a year she holds a Wild Goose Chase and, mounted on an ostrich, leads the pack. Harvey Vollmer is a demonstration artist. He tests mattresses in department store windows. But wait, I’ve been doing all the talking. What’s everyone doing here at home?” “Well, Barb, let’s i� ee. The former Sheila Yoder won the title of Mrs. House-wife 1974. She gets a trip to Bermuda and a year’s supply of Sudsy-Wudsy. Rosalie Brannin has just finished her book, How to Hen-peck a Husband and Make Him Like It. She did all her research right at home. Don Tutt is working furiously on his autobiography, The Rise and Fall of a Pin-Ball Machine Magnate. Dick Spaulding is still trying to rediscover his formula for freckle remover. The original mixture worked marvelously — while it lasted. Jim Dougherty has opened a correspondence school in American History due to the influence of Mr. Jeffers, his former teacher. This same Mr. Jeffers launched Gail Ruegge on his career. Gail became so interested in his theory of child psychology that he expects to take his Ph. D. in it. The school board hired Gale Pickard as principal. It seems he gained quite a bit of inside information about the job during his high school career. Along this same line, June Kirkendall has started a reform movement for a six year high school. The students, of course, consider it highly unfair. Mary Lou Dykes has a cigar store. In addition to the usual brands, she also sells a hand-made cigar especially for ladies who wish to indulge. Bob Lewis was appointed as head chemist at Salome’s Salami Plant a few years ago. He and his private secretary Lawanda Ruegge spend most of their evenings ‘working’ — or so they say. We also boast a home-town wrestler here. If Lorna Kelly wins her next match she’ll be the U. S. champion lady wrestler. Jack Kelley is also excelling in the sports field. He’s a modern William Tell — so far there have been only two causualties. Pat Stalder is a housemother at the Delta Pi Psi fraternity. She still has that old charm, and a certain admiral is still in there pitching. Carole Lee Sander has organized a Babysitters’ Agency. She keeps a file on the children, both the angels and those whose halos are slightly tarnished, and assigns the sitters accordingly. Vernal Brocker is a chiropractor and, if reports are true, a good one. At least you never leave his office with the same aches that went in with you. LeRoy Stayton has an excellent job as a photographer for the famous magazine, ‘Peek-a-Boo.’ It takes you into the homes of all the renown personalities. Betsy Hartman is living off the fat of the land— she designs clothes for ‘plump’ women and has even organized a Fat Girls’ Club. Jim Belleau makes his living by building houses. No garden is complete without one of his modern bird houses. He even puts picture windows in them. Bob Sutter has made his place in the world or rather on top of old Baldy. He makes toupees for all the prominent business men. Janis Scholz is a concert pianist now. She’s currently playing at Joe’s. Golly moses, I forgot! I was supposed to meet Janis at twelve o’clock, and here it is a quarter after. I’ve got to rush. I’ll see you tonight, Barb.” With this, I dash out of the shop and hurry down the street. There comes Jean Clark out of Bartley’s Milk Bar — the Longest in the World. Jean owns a minnow farm. I suppose she took some in to Adrienne Mc-Millen, the bar maid. Adrienne loves to go fishing especially when Hex goes along to bait the hook. Isn’t that Gary Peck going into Connie’s Milk Bar—the Shortest in the World? Gary runs a hospital for white mice and I hear that Doris “Connie” Constantine’s pet mouse Oscar has been having trouble with his gall stones. There’s Janis standing in front of the Steak House. I do hope she hasn’t been waiting long. “Hello, Janis, I’m dreadfully sorry I’m so late. I don’t know where the time goes.” “That’s perfectly all right. I had a wonderful talk with Kay Shouse and Les Groff while I was waiting. They’re both theatrical booking agents, although Les did have a racing form in his pocket. Who knows? Let’s order and then I’ll tell you about it as we eat.” Seeing us enter, Barbara Crofford hurries over to take our order. Barbara servies the most delicious steaks. Whether your favorite is elephant or rattlesnake steak, she has it. After ordering, Janis continues, “They’ve helped quite a few of our class get into show business. For example, they gave Delbert Eickhoff his build-up as the Great Latin Lover. The girls simply swoon at the sight of him. Marilyn Slagle is a magician’s assistant. I think Kay called him ‘The Great Fritz.’ Fayrene Brown is a famous television actress. She stars in her own show entitled The Missing Link.’ Several novelty acts were mentioned too. Henry Schwartz is the manager of the world’s one and only three-ring flea circus. Margie Hahn calls her insect show ‘Little Margie and Her Talented Ants!’ Then there’s the ‘Marrying Maids,’ Betty Bentley, Shirley Apel, and Georgia Franke whose song and dance routine is most popular. Their theme song is ‘Everybody’s Doing It But Us.’ Well, I’d better be going. I have some errands to do before the party tonight. I’ll see you then.” “Yes, and I have to write a welcoming speech for our reunion. Little typewriter, here I come.” With this, I hurry home and settle down in a comfortable chair with a paper and pencil to make an outline for my speech. But what with the excitement of the morning, I find myself nodding and finally drifting off to sleep. Suddenly I awoke to the stern voice of my mother telling me to wake up if I intended to graduate that night. As I went into the house I reviewed my dream mentally and wondered if it would come true. by Betty Joy Senior Class Will TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: We, the Senior Class of 1954, of the Falls City High School, being of sound and unusually brilliant minds, and being particularly blessed with greatness, and wishing the same to be retained for the students, school, and faculty, do pass on these great talents in our last will and testament: To Mr. Andrews, we leave a device for finding all lost or strayed articles. To Mr. Mack, we leave our sympathy. To Mr. Jeffers, we leave the “determination” and “drive” to write The Life of Thomas Jefferson. To Mr. Jones, we leave an explosion-proof room from which he can watch his students perform their chemical experiments. To Miss Fase, we leave a quiet typing session. To Miss Sheehan, we leave an empty home room — the only way it’s ever been! To Miss Shook, we leave an automatic test corrector, one made especially for Biology papers. To Miss Jorn, we leave an original idea for next year’s banquet. To Mr. Person, we leave a new book of sermons. To Coach Mclntire, we leave a more comfortable chair for the Study Hall desk. To Mrs. Cummins, we leave a cupboard in which to store her Solid Geometry figures. To Mrs. Nutter, we leave two perfect play casts. To Mrs. Lunsford, we leave our thanks for her willingness to help us solve our reference problems. To Miss Huston, we leave lots of happiness and Joy. To Mr. Hatch, we leave a robot traffic cop to patrol first floor. To Mr. Hoeger, we leave a “just resting” sign for the back of his chair. To Mrs. Kline, we leave a translator for scribbled English papers. To Mr. Sympson, we leave a much needed coffee break during 6th hour Study Hall. To Mr. Cummins, we leave a recording of his famous words, “Single file down the stairs.” To Mrs. Hahn, we leave a giant economy size mirror plus a venalation system for the girls’ locker room. To Mrs. Kinkead, we leave a group of dozenettes who know how to sing on key. To Miss Oberlender, we leave a new market basket in which to carry her papers. Shirley Apel leaves her “dinner dates” to Janet Bertram. Neal Bachman leaves his quiet ways to rowdy little Wilbur Chestnut. Ruth Bachman leaves her pleasant smile to Ruth Bek. Rex Bartley was going to leave his line, but decided he couldn’t survive without it. Jim Belleau leaves for Hollywood where he will be starred as “Rudolph Valentino II.” Betty Bentley Frederick leaves with a head start over the other Senior girls. Kenneth Bippes leaves his zest for study to Dan Sargent. Etna Brannin leaves — singing “Popeye, the Sailor Man.” Vernal Broeker leaves his little red hat to “Gaucho” Quigley. Fayerene Brown leaves her nights after work to Twila Schlicker. Jim Chaffee leaves his out-of-town women to Donald Henke and Gary Fritz. Beverly Clark wills her “long blonde hair” to Marie Robinson. Jean Clark wills her alertness in class to Barbara Runyan. Doris Constantine leaves everything in her billfold to Ronnie Schwartz — Maybe now he can start his own Dime Store. Barbara Crofford leaves demanding, “Where, oh where can my Big Boy be?” Marna Curnes leaves her “Information Bureau” to Mary Edwina Poteet. Joyce Dean leaves her ability to get along in band with Duane Schmutzer to Lorna Andrews. Jim Dougherty leaves his “speed” to Julie Zimmerman. Mary Dykes leaves her free lance ways to anyone caring to be that free. Delbert Eickhoff leaves his “See all. Tell nothing” ability to anyone who thinks he can keep quiet in American History. Georgia Franke leaves the car that was left to her to Suzanne Strough. Keith Fryer leaves his ability to remain aloof to Norma Hunzeker. Barbara A. Gilliland leaves her chatter to Dale Schulenberg. Norma Godemann thought of leaving her “Little Max” comic books, but decided against it. Leslie Groff leaves his book of rules on How to Get Along with Mr. Jeffer to anyone with nerve enough to read it. Margie Hahn leaves a good many people without rides to school. Betsy Hartman leaves her height to Doc Kjeldson. We know he’ll appreciate it. Jack Hixson leaves his North End boys without a general. Esburn James leaves his stogies to Lowell Gaither. Richard Jenkins leaves his date book to the highest bidder. What an opportunity! Patricia Johnson leaves her nice personality to Connie Schock. Betty Joy leaves her combination of brains and good looks to Sheila Kessler. Jack Kelley leaves his formula for making necklaces out of horse’s teeth to the Home Ec. girls. Lorna Kelly leaves her little sister to carry on. Roger Kiekhaefer wills his deep, throaty voice to Gary Adams. June Kirkendall leaves her man scramble to anyone good at working puzzles. Lois Kirkendall leaves to add a new verse to “I Love You a Bushel and a Peck.” Robert Lewis leaves his brain and brawn to Jim Lunsford. Byron Marteny leaves — breathing a sigh of mission accomplished. Vivian Mellvain leaves her artistic abilities to Jim Calhoon. Adrienne McMillen leaves her book on jitter-bugging to Julia Dowell. Richard McMillen and Gary Peck leave wailing “Oh, Kay.” Patsy Noll wills her means of transportation to school to anyone who thinks he can get it started. Gale Pickard leaves his parking spot on East 5th Street to Kenny Buchholz. RaMetta Ramsey leaves her ability to collect Jewelry to anyone knowing a Missouri boy. Darline Remmers leaves her address to anyone wishing to secure a pen pal. Alice Richmond leaves her survey of Verdon to Beverly Bauer. Paul Rieger wills his western “duds” to city slicker Karl Faller. Don Ruch leaves his voice recording of “Please return the Root beer mugs” to LaMarr Gibson. Gail Ruegge leaves to start a Used Ford Inc. LaWanda Ruegge wills her naturally curly hair to Virginia Griffiths. Carole Sander leaves her Hinky Dinky shopping to Susan Mitchell. Paul Schatz leaves for Lincoln—or has she moved to Omaha! JoAnn Scheitel leaves her horsemanship to Son-dra Mumm. Janis Scholz leaves her transportation to school each noon to Sue Heineman. Henry Schwartz leaves future cheerleaders minus an expert goal-post decorator. Kay Shouse leaves nothing—she’s taking him with her. Raymond Simon leaves his up-to-the-minute information on farm prices to Larry Little. Marilyn Slagle leaves her wide awake look to Jim Sefried. Bill Sorensen leaves faster than he’s moved yet. Rosalie Spahr Brannin leaves her quietness in chorus class to any underclassman desiring to make a “hit” with Mrs. Kinkead. Pat Stalder leaves her ability to keep the boys guessing to Pat Darling. Dick Spaulding wills his bank roll to Bill Shelly. LeRoy Stayton leaves to give the Morsmans competition. Gary Tudor wills his ability to imitate “sounds” to Karleen Hanika. Harvey Vollmer leaves to start making pictures for all his female admirers. Virginia Weinert leaves Coach Mclntire with a much quieter Study Hall. David Wetmore leaves his little “Mad Scientist” to Larry Sailors. Gary Wiar leaves his famous saying “Boy, if I just had a car,” to anyone wanting to date the girls. Charles Williams leaves his motto “Size isn’t everything” to Richard Bach. Barbara Wing leaves her love of Navy Blue to Ann Bedwell. Merlyn Winsor leaves for Midland College where she will renew old acquaintances. Sheila Yoder leaves her shyness to Tim Zinn. —Patsy Noll AtoHXMAncinCf, fJuSliOA. Junior Class History On one dreary, rainy day in the fall of 1951, we first crossed the threshold to a new and better life inside the walls of Falls City High School. The journey which was about to begin would take four of the most important years of our lives. We must admit we were very green and more than a little bewildered at all we saw going on inside the walls of our new home. However, like a good omen, the next day dawned bright and glorious and we proceeded along the highways of our new lives happily and successfully. Before long our lives took on a new meaning — horizons broadened and expanded. Each step of our journey brought forth new and better hopes for the future. Sometimes along the way we stumbled and swayed, but we did not fall! Instead, we each set up a new goal. With this in mind, we rose and faltered no more — we conquered and overcame our mistakes. Soon we were taking an active part in establishing the history of our dear Alma Mater. As our ship sailed off into the sea of knowledge under the guidance of Miss Graves, Mr. Simon, and Mr. Hansen, we elected as members of our able crew the following classmates: President, Ann Bedwell; Vice-president, Nels Kjeldson; Secretary-treasurer, Bob Miller; and Student Activities Committee, Mary Beth Lennemann and Patricia Darling. As our ship danced over the waves many of our classmates' cherry smiles were seen in chorus, band, physical education, and honor roll pictures. Many of us also went to Lincoln for Band Day. We held up our share of honors in football, basketball, and track. Football awards went to Gary Adams, Jim Lunsford, and Juluis Zimmerman. A basketball award went to Nels Kjeldsen, and track awards went to Gary Adams, Nels Kjeldsen, Jim Lunsford, and Julius Zimmerman. The first part of our voyage had passed quickly and we felt that we had taken a long stride toward our destination. After a three months' leave, we were back as Sophomores, ready and waiting. We continued along our merry way by electing, under the guidance of Miss Shook, Miss Fase, and Miss Oberlender, this, our second group of officers: President, Jerry Buchholz, Vice-president, Virginia Griffiths; Secretary-treasurer, Marilyn Ebel; and Student Activities Committee, Connie Schock and Larry Sailors to lead us through the bounding waves. Again the extra curricular activities were participated in by many of our active passengers. We did our share again in football, with letters earned by Nels Kjeldsen, Jim Lunsford, Jerry Buchholz, Gary Adams, and Julius Zimmerman. Basketball letters went to Gary Adams and Nels Kjeldsen; while track letters went to Gary Adams, Nels Kjeldsen, Jim Lunsford, Julius Zimmerman, Jerry Buchholz, Milan Quigley, and Jim Sefried. We took part in the Peru Chorus Clinic and District Band and Vocal Contest at Auburn. Honor Roll honors were ours again. In the fall of 1953 we entered once more the doors of our ship as upper classmen. Ambitious and anxious to set an example for the under classmen, we elected, under the supervision of Miss Shook and Miss Fase, the following: President, Nels Kjeldsen; Vice-president, Susan Mitchell; Secretary-treasurer, Kay Ludwig; and Student Activities Committee, Ann Bedwell, Jerry Buchholz, and Jerry Faller. This year we again attended Band Day at Lincoln and Band and Chorus Clinic at Peru. Barbara Gilliland went to State Band Clinic and Susan Mitchell went to State Chorus Clinic. We also went to the District Band and Vocal Contest at Peru and the Peru Speech Contest. In the field of sports, football awards went to Gary Adams, Nels Kjeldsen, Julius Zimmerman, and Jim Lunsford. Basketball letters were earned by Gary Adams and Nels Kjeldsen; and track awards went to many. We had elections for Cornhusker County Government and spent a day in public office. First G. A. A. awards went to Patty Darling, Joy Smith, Sondra Stednitz, Gertrude Wells, Betty Bauman, Pat McGuire, Thelma Eickhoff, Darleen Fritz, Mary Ann Hahn, Sondra Hahn, and Eleanor Werner. Julia Dowell and Ann Bedwell went to “Play Day at the Universary in Lincoln as Junior representatives. We presented a comedy “Mother Was a Freshman, to a large and appreciative audience, under the direction of Mrs. Clarence Nutter. Susan Mitchell, Larry Steadman, Barbara Gilliland, Virginia Griffiths, Nels Kjeldsen, Larry Steadman, Duane Schmutzer, Gary Adams, Roger Eickhoff, Marjorie Hartman, Julia Dowell, Mary Anne Hahn, Patricia Darling, Sondra Mumrn, and Pat McGuire were members of the cast. The prompters were Connie Schock and Ann Bedwell; stage-manager, Jerry Buchholz; narrator, Kay Ludwig; and make-up, Mrs. Lloyd Hahn, aided by Norma Hunzeker and Mary Beth Lennemann. On May 1, 1954, at the J. S. Banquet, we bade farewell to our friends, the seniors, who had successfully completed their time inside the walls of Falls City High. As you can see, our strides toward our destination have been firm and decisive. Each has provided a strong building block for the foundation of our likes. We have one year left in which to put the finishing touches on our high school careers. We have worked hard and had fun. What we have done will not be forgotten by any one of us. In another year we will arrive at our destination with sufficient time, knowledge, and experience to embark on another longer journey to newer and greater horizons! Ann Bedwell GARY ADAMS BEVERLY ANKROM JAMES AUE RICHARD BACH ANN BEDWELL RUTH BEK VERNA CRAWLEY JERRY CROFFORD JULIA DOWELL MARILYN EBEL JERRY FALLER DARLEEN FRITZ GENE GILMORE MARVIN GOLTZ MARY ANNE HAHN ROY ARNOLD WALTER ARNOLD AUDREY BAUER BETTY BAUMAN ROBERT CASTAN ALBERT CHESNUT PAT DARLING NORMA DAVIDSON ROGER EICKHOFF THELMA EICKHOFF ROBERT GARLAND BARBARA GILLILAND VIRGINIA GRIFFITHS MARY LOU HAEFFELE MARJORIE HARTMAN DANNY HARPER MARVIN HEINEMAN DONALD HENKE ALICE HULLMAN NELS KJELDSEN RICHARD KUKER MARY BETH LENNEMANN LARRY LITTLE PATRICIA McGUIRE JOHN MESSER SUSAN MITCHELL GARY MORRIS GLENN NUTZMAN OWEN PICTON LARRY SAILORS DAN SARGENT DALE SCHULENBERG RONALD SCHWARTZ NORMA HUNZEKER GARY KIRKENDALL ROBERT LARKIN ALAN LENNEMANN KAY LUDWIG JAMES LUNSFORD ROBERT MILLER THOMAS MILLER SONDRA MUMM GLENN L. MURPHY MARLENE PRIOR MILAN QUIGLEY DUANE SCHMUTZER CONNIE SCHOCK JAMES SEFRIED ALAN SHIPLEY DAVID SICKEL RONALD SPEERS JOY SMITH SANDRA STEADNIT2 BARBARA STEWART HALA VICE ROBERT WAGGONER GARY WITT ROBERT YOST NOT PICTURED BILL JAHN ond DANNY LIPPOLD LARRY STEADMAN EDWIN STOKES HAROLD SUEDMEIER ELEANOR WERNER DONALD WICKHAM JULIE ZIMMERMAN TIMOTHY ZINN JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Nells Kjcldson — President Susan Mitchell — Vice-President Kay Ludwig — Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Buchholz, Ann Bedwell, Jerry Follcr — Activity Committee Sophomore Class History In the fall of 1952 we entered the Gates of Knowledge as so-called Freshmen. Although we did not know our way around, our sponsors, Mr. Jeffers and Mrs. Kline, led us through the year successfully. In choosing our class officers, we elected as president, Karl Faller; vice-president, Mike Zinn; secretary-treasurer, Barbara Wiar; activities committee members were Betty Zoeller and Kenneth Buchholz. Our fellow classmen took part in band, chorus, glee club, physical education, and sports. Lowell Gaither represented us by winning a track letter. About 25 per cent of our class was on the honor roll. In the fall of 1953, we returned to Falls City High School as Sophomores. This year Miss Jorn and Mr. Sympson acted as our sponsors. We elected class officers as follows: Kenneth Buchholz, president; Rosemary Eitel, vice-president; Patty Buchholz, secretary-treasurer; Sandra Hook and Steve Wiltse, activities committeemen. Again our fellow classmen took part in band, chorus, glee club, physical education, and sports. Karl Faller, Charles Malcolm, Charles Taylor, Kenneth Buchholz, David Weaver, Jerry Thomas, Mike Zinn, and Jerry Collier lettered in football. After the first semester 20 per cent of the Sophomore Class was on the honor roll. This concludes the history of the Sophomore Class of 1954. Laritta Boatman Karleen Hanika Freshman Class History With the help of our class sponsors, Mrs. Kline and Mr. Jeffers, we elected Larry Ket-ter, class president; Diane Shipley, vice-president; Joyce Pflaum, secretary-treasurer; Carol Downey and Bob Dougherty, student activities committeemen. Don Campbell and Jere Cochran did exceptionally well in football, although they didn’t receive a letter. In basketball, our freshmen really came to the front; six of them making the varsity squad. Jere Cochran earned a first team letter, while Don Campbell, Larry Ketter, LaMarr Gibson, Ronald Johnson, and Ronald Hill saw considerable action. The track season has just begun and the following boys are showing much promise: Don Linscott, Larry Ketter, Don Campbell, Jere Cochran, John Werner, and Ronald Hill. Beverly Bauer and Dennis Steadman were chosen to represent us in the choral department at the district music contest in Peru. Those who attended the contest with the band were: Donald Dorr, Ronald Hill, David Joy, Velma Speers, Ann Stout, and Vanetta Stutter. Ann Stout SOPHOMORES Front row (left to rlicht) : Shirley Gilbert, Laritta Hontrrum. Billie Marie Hansen, Shirley Dorste, Lorna Andrew's, Nancy Kunkel. Dixie Farmer, Shirley Goodell, Mary Ann Bacakos, Sandra Hook, Elaine Liebsch, Rosemary Kitel. Klaine Constantine, Arlene Bunge. Second row: Allen Heineman, Eddie Hartman, Robert Fisher. I trry Apel, Jim Hahn, ayne Dougherty, Bonnie Grimes, Myrna Honea. Claudette Broadstone. Karen Lohmeyer. Sondra Kirkendall, Bonnie Kelley. Jane Foster. Kar-leen llanika. Third row: Donald Law. Ken- neth BuchhoU. Arneth Fryer. Neal Grantham. Norman Catlett, Geh-linif Broadstone. J� m Cijlbcrt, Dowell Gaither. Benny Bachman. Jerry Collier. Karl Filler.Fred Cook. Janet Bertram. Sherry Camblin. Sue Heineman. Kay Hauers, Gary I ritx. ......V’,f jlnlre Wrinhl. Karen m.T .nd Ellen Stewart. Kay Myrtu. Vcach. Suxanne unb. Nancy Kicter. i row: Barbara Wiar. ;r Merx Barbara Kuny-n. yn Mt ;cUltre Mnrrx. Twlta '« • h' Mary Ann Steinbrink. inker. Mary zfnn. Jane red YounU. Donna V‘r,f Sch«l«nberB. ilcnbcra. AnnH,.e Kannc- jraret louoa ; Martha Shubcrt. bird row: „' d llle'chick. • V Wilaon, H '0 , McCann. ■oed Mayhnifh. « « Ki(.hm„nd. Thoniaa. J vj t Weaver, rloi. Malcolm. I Wilt� e. { { rlex Taylor. st|’gepman. « � cley. J h?cntner. !■«� M r,,n-!ySc°oT J«rry «•«- FRESHMAN CLASS Front row: Robert Daugherty, Loyd Vice, Wayne Morris, Jim Fisher, Kenneth Zentner, Joe Englcmon, Corol Vogclc, Dee Ann Vondcrschmidt, Edwina Potect, Mary Arnold, Donno Brockcr, Velma Speors, Vonetto Sutter, Shirley Orr, Dionc Shipley, Joyce Pfloum, Nino Cormichocl, Karen Shulcnbcrg, Wilbur Chesnut. Second row: Hoi Sutter, Lenord Dodds, Eldon Bokcr, Jim Fisher, Francis Ferguson, Rodger Speers, Morjoric Goltx, Froncis Bourkc, Jerry Lunsford, LoMorr Gibson, Normo Zimmermon, Mary Smith, Louise Schnutc, Don Compbcll, Phyllis Hohn, Donold Linscott, Ronald Kirkendoll, Dovid Messer, Dennis Men, Donold Dorr, Harold Hooper, Lorry Smith. Third row: Marlin Scheitcl, David Joy, John Werner, Gory Goll, Larry Vinsonholer, Noncy Darling, Sheilo Kessler, Retta Moore, Margaret Smith, Morgoret Lewis, Ann Stout, Eleanor Motsinger, Carol Downey, Bill Him, Beverly Bauer, Koy Eickhoff, Corol Kelly, Barbara Gentry, Gory Ingrom, Larry Kettcr. Fourth row: Earl Romer, Corl Algierc, Jerry Jones, Robert Joy, Marvin Show, Ervin James, Cloudc Zcigler, Bill Schuctz, Horry Bach, Jcrc Cochron, Lester Werner, Don Johnson, Roger Marteny, Bill Dykes, Jerry Eickhoff, Ronald Albin, Ronald Johnson, Ronold Hill, Gerald Peek, Dennis Steadman, Gary Richmond, Alon Robb, Donnie Rieschick, Jim Calhoon. Muiic FALLS CITY HIGH Front row (left to right): Betty Joy, Marie Robinson, Anno Mac Stout, Virginia Griffiths, Suson Mitchell. Second row: Owen Picton, Collette Rcafs, Sondro Rodgers, Joyce Dean, Duone Zentner, Betsy Hortman, Marjorie Hartman, Beverly Ankrom, Barbara L. Gilliland, Marilyn Ebel, Janice Bullock, Myrtle Veoch, Nancy Zimmer, Ronald Speers. Third row: Georgia Franke, Bill Shelly, Loritta Boatman, Mary Beth Lennemann, Sondra Oberst, Jean Ann Tubach, Barbaro Wittrock, Richard Carlson, Bob Person, SCHOOL BAND Don Dorr, Lorno Andrews, Nancy Kunkcl, Ronnie Hill, Julia Dowell, Naomi Bedwell, Barbara Johns, Jim Colbert, Betty Bentley. Fourth row: Marlene Prior, Velma Speers, Caroline McNeeley, Elaine Scholz, William Person (director). Sue Heineman, Jane Philpot, Rosemary Eitel, Ann Bedwell, Marilyn Slagle, David Joy, Duane Schmutzer, Rosalie Spahr Brannin, Neal Grantham, Larry Steadman, Dan Sargent, Dick Spaulding. (Not Pictured: Patricia Johnson) The Marching Band at Band Day in Lincoln Twirlers Front row Vanetta Sutter, Laritto Boatman, Velda Marie Robinson. Second row Patricia Johnson, Marlene Prior. Not pictured: Rosalie Spahr Brannin. Brass Sextette Front Betsy Hortman. Center Marjorie Hartman, Duane Zentner. Back: Lorna Andrews, David Joy, Janet Bertram. Cornet Quartette Front: Betsy Hartman. Center: Sondra Rodgers, Joyce Dean. Back: Duane Zentner. Trombone Quartette Front: Dan Sargent. Center: Neal Grantham, Dick Spaulding. Back Larry Steadman. Saxophone Quartette Front: Julio Dowell. Center: Naomi Bedwell, Betty Bentley. Bock: Jim Colbert. B Flat Carinet Quartette Front: Georgia Franke. Center: Owen Picton, Marlene Prior Back: Bill Shelly. Mixed Clarinet Quartette Front: Colette Reafs, Barbara L. Gilliland. Back: Ronnie Speers, Betty Joy. Percussion Ensemble Front: Rosemary Eitel, Ann Bed-well, Marilyn Slagle. Back: Sue Heineman, Jane Philpot. Flute Quartette Susan Mitchell, Ann Stout, Virginia Griffiths, Patricia Johnson. Executive Board Front row: Ann Bedwell, Duane Zentner, Betty Joy. Second row: Susan Mitchell, Betty Bentley. Back row: Dick Spaulding. MIXED First row (left to right): Connie Schock, Koy Wctmorc, Pot Darling, Rosemary Eitel, Lois Kirkendoll, Adrienne McMillen, Jonis Scholz, Darline Remmcrs, Marilyn Ebcl, Shirley Goodell, Norma Davidson, Barbara Wiar, Patricia Stalder, Sheila Yoder, Janice Wright. Second row: Jim Chaffee, Donold Tutt, Duane Zentner, Karl Faller, Norma Hun-zeker, Audrey Bauer, Ann Bedwcll, Ruth Bek, Corole Sander, Virginia Winsor, Betty Joy, Beverly Ankrom, Fayerenc Brown, Mary Lou Dykes, Mary Beth Lcnnemann, Paul Schotz, Dan Sorgent. «®r ;-M .€§ ,fs % w.« 5 ui � 5- i £ H i Jf 6� � n « � u b CHORUS Third row: Kenneth Bippes, Jerry Eickhoff, Jim Lunsford, Patricio Johnson, Patsy Noll, Merlyn Winsor, Virginia Griffiths, Lawanda Ruegge, Karlcen Hanika, Jane Philpot, Marlene Prior, Betty Bentley, Susan Mitchell, Bob Larkin, Alon Lennemann, Pot Martin, Bill John. Fourth row: Lowell Gaither, Duane Schmutzer, Richord McMillen, Roger Eickhoff, Harold Suedmeier, Roger Kiekhoefer, Nels Kjcldsen, Larry Sailors, Lorry Steadman, Charles Toylor, David Weaver, LcRoy Stoyton, Steve Wiltse, Jock Hixson, Gory Wior. GIRLS' Front row (left to right): Shirley Gilbert, Chorlcnc Wieting, Norma Davidson, Barboro Wior, Rosemary Eitel, Barbara Crofford, Koren Schneidcwind, Koy Schrieber, Margaret Young, Donna Brocker, Karen Lohmeyer, Morilyn Ebel, Julia Dowell, Audrey Bauer, Shirley Dorste, Bonnie Kelley, JoAnn Scheitel, Koy Wetmore, Janice Wright, Sondra Mumm, Doris Constantine. Second row: Pot Darling, Mary Anne Hahn, Connie Schock, Lois Kirkendall, Alice Richmond, Delores Schulenberg, Barbara Runyon, Pot McGuire, Ann Bed well, Myrno Honco, Korleen Hanika, Jone Philpot, Virginio Winsor, Susan Mitchell, Shirley Goodcll, Beverly Ankrom, Sheila Yoder, Potricio Stolder, Dixie Farmer, DeeAnn Vonderschmidt, Ellen Stewart. CHORUS Third row; Norma Zimmerman, Barbara Wing, June Kirkendall, Elaine Liebsch, Myrtle Vcach, Sondra Kirkendall, Potricia Johnson, Jonis Scholz, Adrienne McMillen, Patsy Noll, Bonnie Grimes, Mary Lou Dykes, Mory Ann Steinbrink, Betty Joy, Foyerene Brown, Marilyn Slagle, Halo Vice, Annolee Rannebeck, Betty Zoellcr, Mory Arnold. Fourth row: Ruch Bochmon, Mory Lou Hoeffele, Nancy Rieger, Carole Sander, Darline Remmers, Betty Nitzsche, Beverly Bauer, Twilo Schlicker, Donna Schulenberg, Mcrlyn Winsor, Margaret Lewis, Margaret Smith, Virginia Griffiths, Lawando Ruegge, Mary Beth Lenncmann, Ruth Bek, Marlene Prior, Betty Bentley, Claire Marrs, Alice Hullman, Normo Hunzeker, Carol Kelly, Suzanne Strough, Carol Vogele. BOYS' CHORUS Front row (left to right): Mrs. Kinkcod, director; Donold Dorr, Lorry Little, Froncis Bourke, Pot Mortin, Poul Schotz, Lorry Steodmon, Chorles Toylor, Ronold Hill, Donold Tutt, Neol Gronthom, Jim Colhoon, Don Sorgcnt, Jim Hohn. Second row: Jim Choffee, Bill John, Neol Bachman, Lowell Gaither, LcRoy Stoyton, Jock Hixson, Jim Lunsford, Alan Lennemonn, David Weover, Roy Arnold, Kenneth Bippcs, Duane Zcntner, Korl Faller, Alan Robb, Dennis Steadman, Bob Larkin. Third row: Duane Schmutzer, Raymond Simon, Delbert Eickhoff, Richard McMillen, Harold Sucdmcicr, Roger Eickhoff, Nels Kjeldsen, Lorry Soilors, Roger Kiekhoefer, Steve Wiltse, Jerry Eickhoff, Gerald Peck, Tim Zinn, Gary Wiar, Donald Henke. THE DOZENETTES Front row (left to right): Connie Schock, Sheilo Yoder, Patricio Staldcr. Second row: Ann Bedwell, Susan Mitchell, Potsy Noll, Patricia Johnson. Third row: Morlene Prior, Lawondo Ruegge, Virginia Griffiths, Mary Lou Dykes, Marilyn Ebel. BOYS' QUARTETTE Front: Duone Zentner. Center: Lowell Gaither, David Weaver. Back: Chorles Taylor. Group Singing From Hits Galore Vocal Music Program Ricochet, a specialty number by Virginia Griffiths and Jim Chaffee. Charmaine, a solo dance by Sondra Mumm. Tea for Two by the Dozenettes. Lady of Spain, a group number. Make Love to Me, a couples dance. Tennessee Wig Walk, a group number. School Activities AnnxMMcirUf, AtklaticA. ASSISTANT COACH BOB HENDERSON AND COACH JOHN MclNTIRE 1953-1954 was a bright year for Falls City High School athletics. Coaches Mclntire and Henderson brought the Southeast Conference football championship and basketball championship to Falls City. We also ended up in a three-way tie for conference honors in the new Twin Rivers Conference which was formed this year. The outlook for track is very bright. A VARSITY OFFENSIVE UNIT FOOTBALL RECORD FOOTBALL SQUAD First row (left to right l : Lorry Little, Gory Kirkendall, Lorry Sailors, Milan Quigley, Kenneth Bippes, Roger Eickhoff, Jock Kelley, Chorlcs Taylor, Steve Wiltse, Wilfred Young, Duane Zentner, Donold Comp bell, Richord McMillen, Gary Fritz, Donald Tutt. Second row: Assistant Coach Bob Henderson, Marlin Schcitcl, Gchling Broodstonc, Karl Foller, Paul Rieger, Henry Schwartz, Rex Bartley, Bill Sorensen, Jack Hixson, Robert Lewis, Julie Zimmerman, Gary Adams, Jim Lunsford, Les Groff, Richard Jenkins, Mike Zinn, Jerry Collier, Charles Malcolm, Jere Cochran, Coach Jack Mclntirc. Third row: Gary Tudor, Robert Fisher, Kenneth Young, Gary Ingram, Jerry Nolte, Ervin Jomes, Jerry Buchholz, Pat Martin, Neal Bachman, Kenny Buchholz, Danny Harper, Alon Shipley, David Weover, Ncls Kjeldson, Jerry Thomas, Jim Sefried, Robert Miller, Gory Wior, Benny Bachmon, Bob Woggoner, Ronald Johnson, Jim Hahn, Fred Cook, Student Manager Goil Ruegge. Fourth row: Jim Fisher, Roger West, Eddie Hortmon, Jim Morchcad, LoMarr Gibson, Jock Payton, John Werner, Lorry Ketter, Neol Walker, Larry Apel, Carl Algiere, Bill Dykes, Larry Smith, Gene Scholl, Clifford Moyhugh, Donald Low, Robert Joy, Arncth Fryer, Donald Linscott. FALLS CITY..............25 FALLS CITY..............19 FALLS CITY..............32 FALLS CITY..............13 FALLS CITY..............33 FALLS CITY..............47 FALLS CITY..............40 FALLS CITY..............13 FALLS CITY.............. Q BEATRICE ........... 6 ATCHISON .......... 18 PAWNEE CITY ........ 0 TECUMSEH ............ 6 PLATTSMOUTH ........ 7 NEBRASKA CITY ...... 6 AUBURN .............. 6 OMAHA CATH........... 7 FAIRBURY ...........18 GARY ADAMS — 3 year letter-man, junior, halfback. A very fine back who should be one of next year's leaders. KENNETH BUCHHOLZ — 1 year letterman, sophomore, defensive linebacker. A very fine defensive player who shows much promise. KARL FALLER — 1 year letter-man, sophomore, fullback. A promising prospect for next year. DANNY HARPER — 1 year letter-man, junior, guard. Danny will be back next year fighting for that regular varsity position. RICHARD JENKINS — 1 year letterman, senior, end. Richard developed into a fine end as the season progressed. NELS KJELDSEN — 2 year letter-man, junior, end. Selected as an All-Conference end this year, 'Doc' should have a great year next season. REX BARTLEY — 3 year letter-man, senior, fullback. His power running gave variation to our running attack. JERRY COLLIER — 1 year letter-man, sophomore, quarterback. A great deal of potential and will probably be colled upon to carry a big load next year. LES GROFF — 2 year letterman, senior, end. Selected as All-Conference Honorable Mention, he will be missed next year. JACK HIXSON — 2 year letter-senior, center. Jack came along in a position new to him this year and was selected All-Conerence, second team A tribute to his ability. JACK KELLY — I year letterman, senior, center, ack came along fast near the end of the season BOB LEWIS — 2 year letterman, senior, tackle. Bob was selected as on All-Conference tackle and played outstanding ball all season. JIM LUNSFORD — 3 year letter-man, junior, tackle. An All-Conference selection, Jim will be lost to the squad for next year because of the age limit. BOB MILLER — 1 year letterman, junior, halfback. Bob developed rapidly toward the close of the season and should be fighting for a starting berth next year. PAUL RIEGER—I year letterman, senior, tackle. Paul was given All-Conference Honorable Mention this year and was one of several linemen on the squad who were excellent. ALAN SHIPLEY — 1 year letter-man, junior, tackle. Should be ready to assume full responsibilities next year. BILL SORENSEN — 2 year letter-man, senior, quarterback. An All-Conference selection, Bill led the team to eight straight wins before losing to Fairbury. GARY WIAR — 1 year letterman, senior, guard. One who helped make the center of our line strong this year. CHARLES MALCOLM — I year letterman, sophomore, end. A fine end prospect for next year. MILAN QUIGLEY — 1 year letterman, junior, end. Milan saw considerable duty in a position which was heavily fortified this year. HENRY SCHWARTZ — 2 year letterman, senior, guard. Always a hustler in the line and one who loved to play football. JIM SEFRIED — 1 year letterman, junior, halfback Jim should be ready for a starting position after much valuable experience this year. DAVID WEAVER — 1 year letter-man, sophomore, tackle. With this year's experience, David will strengthen next year's outlook considerably. JULIE ZIMMERMAN — 3 year letterman, junior, halfback. An All-Conference selection, Julie will be lost for next year because of the age limit. Julie used his speed to good advantage. « MIKE ZINN — 1 year letterman, sophomore, halfback. A good prospect, Mike will be battling for a starting position next year. GARY TUDOR — Student manager, senior. The other half of a good combination. GAIL RUEGGE — Student manager, senior. Never a dull moment, but always on the spot. JERRY THOMAS — I year letter man, sophomore, center. Jerry should be able to use his size and ability to great advantage next year. Ite Beaton 1953 Eighty boys reported to Coach Mclntire for opening day practice, giving the coach a large selection from which to pick his varsity unit. Enthusiasm was high from the beginning and the squad improved tremendously with each game. The Tigers won the Southeast Conference without a defeat and finished the season winning eight and losing one. The Tigers were consistantly among the top ten teams in the state as rated by the sporswriters until that last game of the season with Fairbury. Falls City started the season with a win over Beatrice, then had a close call with Atchison. The 32-0 win over Pawnee City enabled the reserves to get in some time. Tecumseh came to Falls City with a fine team and gave us a stiff battle before we were able to come out on top by a score of 13-6. The reserves saw plenty of action in the wins over Plattsmouth (33-6), Nebraska City ((46-6), and Auburn (40-6). We had another close call with Omaha Cathedral, winning by a score of 14-6. Fairbury won over Falls City in a hard fought game which was played in blizzard conditions on a field covered with five inches of snow. Fairbury was “up for the game, and we, it seemed, were never able to get in stride. Rex Bartley, Robert Lewis, Julie Zimmerman, and Nels Kjeldsen were named on the Southeast Conference all-conference team. Jack Hixson and Paul Rieger were selected for the second team; and Les Groff received honorable mention. Rex Bartley and Julie Zimmerman tied for the season scoring honors with 67 points each. FALLS CITY—25 BEATRICE—6 In the first game of the season the Tigers looked good both on offense and defense. Rex Bartley scored three touchdowns and Gary Adams one. FALLS CITY—19 ATCHISON—18 Falls City had a 19 to 6 lead over Atchison at the start of the fourth quarter. An inspired Atchison team then scored two touchdowns and just missed tieing the score. Henry Schwartz, Robert Lewis, Jack Hixson, and Jim Lunsford were outstanding in their line play and were instrumental in blocking the try for extra point which would have tied the score. FALLS CITY—32 PAWNEE CITY—0 Rex Bartley, Nels Kjeldsen, Gary Adams, Bill Sorensen, and Charles Taylor did the scoring for the Tigers in a game in which the reserves saw much action. FALLS CITY—13 TECUMSEH—6 In a close hard-fought game the Tigers won in the last few minutes on a pass from Gary Adams to Les Groff. Adams also scored the first touchdown. FALLS CITY—33 PLATTSMOUTH—6 Julie Zimmerman had one of his better nights, scoring three touch downs, two on runs of 89 and 97 yards. Rex Bartley and Gary Adams each scored one touchdown, while Rex was a consistant ground gainer all evening. FALLS CITY—46 NEBRASKA CITY—6 This was the “big” one and the Tigers came through magnificently. Everyone played to near perfection as Falls City took an early lead and pulled away from Nebraska City. FALLS CITY—40 AUBURN—6 After a close fit;st quarter, the Tigers went on to win their final conference game and clinch the conference title. FALLS CITY—14 OMAHA CATHEDRAL—6 The Tigers had to come from behind in the second quarter to beat a good Omaha team. This proved to be a good defensive game on the part of both teams. FALLS CITY—0 FAIRBURY—18 Fate, snow, and fumbles were the cause of Falls City losing to Fairbury in the last game of the season. It seemed to be our fate that we not have an undefeated season. The snow was ankle deep and it made it difficult for both teams to play. Falls City must have set some kind of record for the number of fumbles in one game. During the entire second half, except for the last minute or so, we never carried the ball on two successive downs. Basketball Squad Front row (left to right : Les Groff, Jerry Collier, Nels Kjeldscn, Jcre Cochran, Bill Sorensen. Second row: Jim Belleau, Charles Taylor, Gory Tudor, Robert Hazelwood, Roger Kickhocfcr, Gory Adams, Jock Mclntire 'Coach . Third row: Don Campbell, Lorry Ketter, Mike Zinn, Charles Malcolm, Ronald Hill, Ronald Johnson, Pot Martin. FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS FALLS CITY CITY CITY CITY CITY CITY. CITY. CITY CITY. CITY CITY CITY CITY. CITY CITY. CITY SEASON RECORD ..........39 HIAWATHA......................23 ..........54 LINCOLN NORTHEAST .......... 44 ..........50 TECUMSEH .....................49 ..........48 AUBURN .......................34 ..........49 BEATRICE .....................40 ..........63 PAWNEE CITY...................46 ..........52 FAIRBURY .....................51 ..........50 NEBRASKA CITY.................48 ..........32 ST. JOSEPH CENTRAL............48 ..........36 AUBURN .......................22 ..........55 TECUMSEH ....................61 ..........43 PLATTSMOUTH ..................44 ..........47 OMAHA TECH....................59 ..........53 HIAWATHA ....................41 ..........64 PAWNEE CITY...................42 ..........68 NEBRASKA CITY.................35 CLASS A DISTRICT TOURNAMENT LINCOLN NORTHEAST .62 FALLS CITY 51 BASKETBALL LETTERMEN GARY ADAMS — 2 year letterman, junior, forward. Gary was the sparkplug of the team this year. He overcame the lack of size by using lots of hustle and drive. JIM BELLEAU — 2 year letterman, senior, guard. Jim's ability to step in and take over at a guard position when called upon to do so, was important to the team this year. JERRY COLLIER — 1 year leterman, sophomore, guard. Jerry's steadying influence on the team was tremendous this year. His two remaining years of eligibility should promise a bright future for our basketball teams. MICKEY COCHRAN — I year letterman, freshman, guard. Mickey has shown considerable promise this year. His rebounding ability and size should allow him to contribute greatly to our basketball team next year. LES GROFF — 3 year letterman, senior, guard. The fine offensive ball-handling and defensive ability of Les was responsible for much of the success of this year's team. He was selected for second-team All-Conference. BOB HAZELWOOD — 1 year letterman, forward. Bob came to us from Kansas City and had only one semester of eligibility left. His hustle and dirve soon enabled him to move into a contending position for a starting berth. ROGER KIEKHAEFER — 1 year letterman, senior, forward. Roger came along fast toward the end of the year and saw considerable action with the varsity. NELS KJELDSEN — 3 year letterman, junior, center. The outstanding offensive ond defensive ability of Nels earned him All-Conference honors for 1953-1954. He was also high scorer on the team. BILL SORENSEN —3 year letterman, senior, forward. Bill's fine basket shooting and all-around offensive play earned his All-Conference honors for 1953-1954. Bill was second high scorer on the team. CHARLES TAYLOR — 1 year letterman, sophomore, forward. Charles improved tremendously over the season and should be in contention for a starting berth next season. GARY TUDOR — 2 year letterman, senior, center. Gary was used mostly on the reserve squad, but was ready to step in when needed on the varsity squad. JIM LUNSFORD — Junior, student manager. Jim very ably took care of the equipment and sharpened his interest in coaching, a career he hopes to have in the future. Basketball 1953-1954 Falls City High School posted a 12-5 record for the season. We won the Southeast Conference and ended in a three-way tie for first in the newly formed Twin Rivers Conference. The Tigers ran up eight straight wins before losing to St. Joseph Central. After winning from Auburn, the Tigers then lost the next three in a row to Tecuniseh, Plattsmouth, and Omaha Tech before getting back to their winning ways. We closed out the regular season all-victorious, winning the last three. Falls City drew a bye in the District Tournament, thus automatically placing them in the semi-finals. Lincoln Northeast was the first opponent and the Tigers lost a heart-breaker to them after leading for more than three quarters of play. Leading scorer for the Falls City squad for the season was Nels Kjeldsen, a junior, who scored 265 points. FALLS CITY—39 HIAWATHA—23 A low scoring game with the “Tigers” pulling away in the last quarter. Sophomore guard Jerry Collier led the team scoring with 13 points. FALLS CITY—54 NORTHEAST—44 Falls City started rolling in the last half with Nels “Doc” Kjeldsen leading the way with 25 points. The Tigers out-fought and outplayed the “Rockets” all the way. FALLS CITY—50 TECUMSEH—49 A thriller with Falls City coming from behind in the last two minutes to tie the score and go into an overtime. Jerry Collier hit 14 points with Kjeldsen and Sorensen each getting 13 points. FALLS CITY—48 AUBURN—34 The Bengals shellacked Auburn for victory number four. Les Groff and “Doc” Kjeldsen took the scoring honors with 9 points each. FALLS CITY—49 BEATRICE—40 The opening conference game in the new conference saw Falls City leading all the way. Nels Kjeldsen scored 14 points, while Gary Adams scored 13 points. FALLS CITY—63 PAWNEE CITY—46 “Doc” Kjeldsen set a new school scoring record for one game by getting 35 points. This was the third straight conference win for the Tigers and their 6th straight win of the season. FALLS CITY—52 FAIRBURY—51 A close, hard fought contest, with Fairbury coming up fast at the end of the game. Gary Adams led the scoring for the Tigers with 13 points. FALLS CITY—50 NEBRASKA CITY—48 The Tigers were hard-pressed to win this one on the opponents home court. Two free throws by Gary Adams in the last few seconds put the Tigers in the lead. Gary Adams and Bill Sorensen were the big guns for Falls City, getting 17 and 16 points respectively. FALLS CITY—32 ST. JOSEPH—48 St. Joseph Central stopped the Tiger winning streak at eight. The Tigers were never completely out of the ball game, but seemed to lack the necessary punch to put them in the lead to stay. Kjeldsen and Sorensen led the team scoring, each getting 10 points. FALLS CITY—36 AUBURN—22 Auburn elected to play “control” basketball and were successful only in keeping the score down. Kjeld-sen led the team scoring with 13 points. FALLS CITY—55 TECUMSEH—61 The Tecumseh team handed the Tigers their first conference loss of the season. Tecumseh had a very fine ball club and it certainly was no disgrace in losing to them. Kjeldsen led the scoring with 16 points. FALLS CITY—43 PLATTSMOUTH—44 A nip and tuck battle all the way, with Platts-mouth edging the Tigers out in the last few seconds. Kjeldsen took scoring honors with 21 points. FALLS CITY—47 OMAHA TECH—59 A very fine Tech ball club handed the Tigers their third straight loss. The Tigers stayed close on the heels of Tech all the way, but Tech had too much height all the way. Sorensen led the scoring with 13 points. FALLS CITY—53 HIAWATHA—41 Falls City broke into the win column with a victory over a much improved “Indian” team. The sharp shooting of Bill Sorensen netted him 20 points for scoring honors. FALLS CITY—64 PAWNEE CITY—42 The “Bengals” took an early lead in the first quarter and kept it throughout the rest of the game. Top scorer for the Tigers was Nels Kjeldsen with 24 points. FALLS CITY—68 NEBRASKA CITY—35 Falls City led Nebraska City all the way in the final regularly scheduled game. All players saw action as the Tigers continued to build the margin of victory. Kjeldsen dropped in 23 points for scoring honors. FALLS CITY—51 NORTHEAST—62 This game of the District Tournament saw the Tigers lead for more than three quarters, only to lose to a sharp shooting Rocket squad. Nels Kjeldsen took the game scoring honors for one game by dropping in 25 points. TRACK SQUAD First row (left to right : Coach Jack Mclntirc, Jim Fisher, Roger West, Donald Dorr, Allen Heineman, Eddie Hartmon, Lorry Vinsonhaler, John Werner, Lowell Gaither, Karl Foller, Richard McMillen, Milan Quigley, Julie Zimmerman, Gary Adorns, Gary Fritz, Marvin Heineman, Jim Hahn, Jerry Noltc, Donald Linscott, Coach Bob Henderson. Second row: Kenneth Young, Jerry Lunsford, Gory Ingram, Bob Garland, Wilfred Young, Ronald Hill, Ronald Johnson, Kenneth Bippcs, Jack Kelley, Les Groff, Jim Sefried, Gary Tudor, Jim Lunsford, Albert Chesnut, Edwin Stokes, Larry Ketter, Eldon Baker. Third row: LoMorr Gibson, Donald Campbell, Bob Yost, Gene Scholl, Robert Joy, Mike Zinn, Gary Wiar, Jim Shiveley, Jerry Collier, Roger Kiekhaefer, Ervin Jomes, John Messer, Bob Miller, Gary KirkcndoII, Glenn Nutzman, Dennis Steadmon, David Sickcl. Fourth row: Donald Law, Carl Algiere, Pat Martin, Gehling Broadstone, Jerry Eickhoff, Jack Hixson, Benny Bachman, Charles Taylor, Bob Waggoner, Don Johnson, Charles Malcolm, Larry Sailors, Nels Kjeldsen, Jere Cochran, David Weaver, Steve Wiltse, Richard Jenkins, Alan Shipley, Bill Dykes, John Schepman, Larry Smith, Jim Calhoon. CONFERENCE AND SCHOOL RECORD HOLDERS NELS DOC KJELDSEN, 3 year letterman, junior. Holds conference and school record in the high jump with o mark of 5', 9% . This mark was made in his sophomore year, Doc should be able to erase this mark before completing his competition GARY ADAMS, 3 year letterman, junior. Holds conference and school record in the pole vault with a mark of 11', 2Vi‘ in the conference, and 11', 1016 for the school record. Gary also holds the vault record for the Nebraska City Invitational, Shenandoah Relays, and the District Qualifying Championships. The record holding relay team is composed of (left to right): Nels Kjeldsen, Jim Sefried, Gary Adams, and Julie Zimmerman This quartette hold the conference and school record of 1:35.9, which was set on the home track in 1953. TRACK LETTER WINNERS LOWELL GAITHER, 2 year letterman, sophomore, miler. Lowell shows promise of being o top-rate miler. If hard work will do it, he will get there. RICHARD McMILLEN, 2 year letterman, senior, miler. Richard should contribute many valuable points to the team total this year. ROBERT MILLER, 2 year letterman, |unior, half-miler. Bob has been improving rapidly and will be ready to earn his share of the points this year. MILAN QUIGLEY, 2 year letterman, junior, miler. Milan rounds out a trio of good, experienced milers on the squad this year. JIM SEFRIED, 2 year letterman, junior, sprinter and low hurdler. Jim seems to have improved tremendously in his specialties this year and yith some hard work, should be in a position to grab some records of his own GARY TUDOR, 3 year letterman, senior, quarter-miler. One of the few senior lettermen on the squad, his loss will be felt next year. GARY WIAR, 2 year letterman, senior, quarter-miler. Another of the seniors in a strong quarter-mile group. JULIE ZIMMERMAN, 3 year letterman, junior, sprinter and quarter-miler. A good competitor who should improve os the season moves along. m BOB LEWIS — 2 year letterman, senior, field events. It is expected that Bob will develop into o fine weight man this year. Early season marks look good. JIM LUNSFORD — 3 year letterman, junior, shotput and discus. Early indications are that Jim will hit his peak performance this year. LES GROFF — 3 year letterman, senior, hurdles and pole vault. Les is one of many who help in adding team balance to the squad this year. BOYS' PHYSICAL EDUCATION Front row (left to right!: Loyd Vice, Bob Dougherty, Woyne Morris, Jerry Lunsford, Jerry Nolte, Larry Apel, Jim Chaffee, Don Tutt, Marvin Hcineman, David Sickcl, Kenneth Zentner, Dennis Merz, Joe Engleman, Horold Hooper, Gary Adams, LaMarr Gibson, Bob Foley, Dennis Steadman, Bob Hazelwood. Second row: Bob Garland, Ronald Schwartz, Francis Ferguson, Jim Fisher, Roger West, Larry Wilson, Eugene Scholl, Kenneth Bippes, Harold Rieschick, Milan Quigley, John Messer, Alan Lcnnemann, Robert Howe, Lorry Vinsonholcr, Donald Ricschick, Ronnie Kirkendall, Claude Ziegler, Bill Sorensen, Les Groff, Mike Zinn, Roger McCann. Third row: Bob Miller, Walter Arnold, Edwin Stokes, Marvin Goltz, Glenn Nutzman, Albert Chesnut, Keith Fryer, Delbert Eickhoff, LcRoy Murphy, Roger Eickhoff, Larry Sailors, Nels Kjeldsen, Richard Jenkins, Alan Shipley, Tony Algiere, Dick Kuker, Harvey Vollmer, Bill Dykes, Charles Taylor, Jerry Collier, Bob Waggoner, Gary Richmond. Guys and Gals Qisdb' PUuAical Education GIRLS' PHYSICAL EDUCATION Front row left to right): Chorlcnc Wicting, Georgia Franke, Barbara Wing, June Kirkendall, Potty Rue, Karen Shulenberg, Arlene Bunge, Nina Carmichocl, Dee Ann Vonderschmidt, Billie Honsen, Sandro Stednitz, JoAnn Schietel, Eleanor Werner, Betty Zoeller, Pat Darling, Norma Hunker, Elaine Constantine, Thelma Eickhoff, Diane Shipley, Shirley Gilbert, Moric Robinson, Shirley Orr, Pat McGuire. Second row: Koy Wctmore, Mary Smith, Sondra Mumm, Edwina Poteet, Gertrude Wells, Marilyn Slagle, Halo Vice, Marjorie Goltz, Alice Richmond, Sandro Hook, Pat Stalder, Susan Strough, Louise Schnute, Sheila Yoder, RaMetta Ramsey, Barbara Wiar, Julia Dowell, Barbora Stcwort, Mary Anne Hahn, Rosemary Eitel, Joyce Pflaum, Audrey Bauer. Third row: Joy Smith, Sharon Hazelwood, Sherry Camblin, Ruth Bek, Betty Bauman, Mary Ann Bacakos, Nancy Darling, Phyllis Hahn, Adrienne McMillen, Janis Scholz, Patricia Johnson, Borbaro Runyan, Karen Lohmeyer, Marilyn Mcrz, Eleanor Motsinger, Ann Bedwell, Kay Shouse, Verna Crawley, Norma Hunzeker, Barbara Gentry, Ann Stout. Fourth row: Clydene Stutter, Retta Moore, Kay Eickhoff, Carol Downey, Jane Foster, Vivan Mcllvoin, Barbara A. Gilliland, Patsy Noll, Jane Philpot, Karleen Honika, Mary Lou Dykes, Sue Heinemon, Kay Ludwig, Margaret Smith, Margaret Lewis, Susan Mitchell, Mary Ann Steinbrink, Louise Lock, Lawanda Ruegge, Betty Joy, Darlccn Fritz, Claire Marrs. G. A. A. OFFICERS Front row Heft to right) : Potricio Stalder, Sheilo Yoder. Second row: Patricio Johnson, Kay Shouse, Mary Lou Dykes. Back row: Adrienne McMillen, Mary Ann Bacakos. SECOND STATE AWARDS Front row (left to right): June Kirkendall, Barbara Wing, Georgia Franke, Sheila Yoder, RoMetto Ramsey, JoAnn Scheitel. Second row: Patsy Noll, Alice Richmond, Potricia Johnson, Marilyn Slagle, Pat Staldcr, Vivion Mcllvain. Third row: Adrienne McMillen, Kay Shouse, Janis Scholz, Mary Lou Dykes, Barbaro A. Gilliland, Betty Joy. FIRST STATE AWARDS Front row (left to right): Eleanor Werner, Sandra Stcdnitz, Potty Rue, Thelmo Eickhoff, Sondra Mumm. Second row: Pot Darling, Joy Smith, Gertrude Wells, Mary Anne Hahn. Third row: Betty Baumon, Lawanda Ruegge, Louise Lock, Darleen Fritz, Verna Crawley. BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS Front row (left to right): June Kirkendall, Mary Lou Dykes, Halo Vice. Bock row: Marilyn Slagle and Ruth Bek. AERIAL DART CHAMPIONS First row (left to rightl: Borboro Wing, June Kirkendoll, Normo Hunker. Second row: Morilyn Slagle, Eloinc Constantine, Potsy Noll. Third row: Mary Lou Dykes, Lowondo Ruegge, Verno Crowley. The Girls' Athletic Association of Falls City High School is o member of the Girls' Athletic Department of the Nebraska Activities Association. Intra-mural competition is stressed in place of inter-school competition in order that every girl may have the same chance and advantages in all activities. Tournaments are held in the following sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Aerial Darts, Archery, Soccer, Hockey, and Field Ball. Captains are elected by popular vote. The names of the girls are placed in a box and drawings are made for team membership. Each team functions as a unit during class for practice. New teams are selected for each sport. This procedure results in broad association and acquaintance. A high degree of team loyalty is developed. First and second state letters are awarded to those who pass written and practical tests in all sports including refereeing, umpiring, and officiating Rhythm, fundamentals, body mechanics, and dancing are included in the program. The one purpose of sports for girls and women is The Good of Those Who Play. G. A. A. Christmas Party Highlights Q mcUicl and Speech JUNIOR PLAY CAST Front row (loft to right): Kay Ludwig, Borbara L. Gilliland, Pat McGuire, Julia Dowell, Marjorie Hartman, Virginia Griffiths, Susan Mitchell, Sondra Mumm, Mary Anne Hahn, Mrs. Nutter (director). Second row: Gory Adams, Duane Schmutzcr, Ncls Kjcldscn, Larry Sailors, Roger Eickhoff, Lorry Steadman. Back row: Connie Schock, Norma Hunzeker, Mary Beth Lennemann, Ann Bedwell, Barbara Stewart. THE CAST Susan (The Daughter)...........................Sondra Mumm Mrs Abigail Abbott (A Widow)..........Susan Mitchell Mrs. Miller (House Mother).........Virginia Griffiths Sylvia (College Girl)..............Mary Anne Hahn Bunny (College Girl)...............Patricia Darling Helen (College Girl)...............Marjorie Hartman Carrie (College Girl)...........................Julia Dowell Dean Gillingham (College Dean)..........Nels Kjeldsen Clara (College Girl).........................Patricia McGuire Bobo (College Boy)..............................Lorry Sailors Jack (College Boy)..............................Roger Eickhoff Howie (College Boy)..............................Gary Adams Bill (College Boy).................Duane Schmutzer Marge (College Girl)...............Barbara Gilliland Professor Michaels (Zoology Prof.)....Larry Steadman STAFF Narrator.........................................Kay Ludwig Sound........................................Barbara Stewart Lights and Curtain...................Jerry Buchholz Prompters................Ann Bedwell, Connie Schock Make Up.......................Mary Beth Lennemann, Norma Hunzeker, Mrs. Lloyd Hahn SENIOR PLAY, I LOVE LUCY Fron, ,ow I left to right I: Sheilo Yoder. Patricio Stolder, Bets, Hortor.n, Georgio Pronhe. Mrs. Nutter (director,. Second row: Lowondo Rucgge, Betty Joy. Potricio Johnson, Jonis Scholz, Patsy Noll. Joyce Dean, Merlyn Winsor. Third row: Gole Pickard. Les Groff. Paul Schatz, Richard Jenkins, LeRoy Stayton. Fourth Row: Richard McMillen, Roger Kiekhoefer. CAST LUCf................................Patsy Noll RICKY....................................Richard Jenkins ETHEL...............................Betty Joy FRED........................................Paul Schatz PEGGY...................................Patricia Stalder ARTHUR......................................Gale Pickard MISS WHITING.............................Lawanda Ruegge MR. LITTLEFIELD............................LeRoy Stayton MRS LITTLEFIELD.....................Joyce Dean JOE.............................Roger Kiekhaefer DELIVERYMEN.........Richard McMillen, Les Groff STAFF Narrator.........................Jonis Scholz Assistants to the Director.............Merlyn Winsor Betsy Hartman, Georgia Franke, Patricia Johnson, Richard McMillen, Sheila Yoder ..Mrs. Lloyd Hahn RaMetta Ramsey Make Up. Cast of Winning One-Act Play Front row (left to right): Betty Joy, Patricia Stolder, Susan Mitchell. Standing: Lorry Steadmon, LeRoy Stayton The one-act play, No Greater Love, was presented by the above cast at the annual Declamatory Contest at Peru The play, a serious play, concerned a young doctor who sacrifices fame and money in the big city to devote himself to the love and devotion of his home town. The play received an excellent rating by the |udges. Larry Steadman was selected os an outstanding player. Individual Contestant Winners Front row (left to right : Pat McGuire, Suson Mitchell, JoAnn Scheitel. Bock row: Lorry Steadman, John Schcpman. CONTEST RATINGS Pat McGuire — Humorous Reading...................Good Susan Mitchell — Dramatic Reading...........Excellent JoAnn Schitel — Poetry Reading...................Good Larry Steadman — Extemporaneous Speaking....Superior John Schepman — Interpretative Oratory........Superior Kay Shouse as Miss Falls City Selected by a vote of her clossmates, Kay Shouse won the coveted honor of representing the Class of 1954 as Miss Falls City in the annual Halloween Festival at Hiawatha, Kansas. Falls City has always been represented by a senior girl who competes for the honor of being Queen of the Festival. Announcing ORANGE AND BLACK STAFF COUNTY GOVERNMENT ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA TRADES AND INDUSTRIES CHEERLEADERS HONOR ROLL HOME ECONOMICS SCHOOL CALENDAR Orange and Black Staff Seated (left to right': Kay Shouse, Potricio Johnson, Patricia Stalder, John Hixson, Sheila Yoder, Potsy Noll, Jonis Scholz, Adrienne McMillen. Standing: Marilyn Slagle, Gary Wiar, Lcs Groff, Betty Joy, Gary Tudor, Vernal Brocker. Not pictured: Shirley Apel, Rosalie Spahr Brannin. ST A F F Editor.............................................John Hixson Business Manager.................................Sheila Yoder Assistant Business Manager.....................Patricia Stalder Senior Class Prophecy........................Betty Joy Senior Class Will............................Patsy Noll Senior Class History...........................Patricia Johnson Sports.............................................Gary Tudor Snapshots..........................................Gary Wiar Music.........Rosalie Spahr Brannin and Marilyn Slagle Academic.........................................Vernal Brocker Sales Promotion.....................................Les Groff G. A. A.............................................Kay Shouse Typists.........................................Shirley Apel Adriene McMillen and Janis Scholz Cornhuskers Boys' and Girls' County Government Front row (left to rightI: Barbara Stewart, Connie Schock, Barbara L. Gilliland, Patricia McGuire, Marilyn Ebel, Verna Crawley, Eleanor Werner, Sondra Mumm, Normo Davidson. Second row: Larry Little, Julius Zimmerman, Gary Adorns, Dow Sarjent, Ann Bedwell, Julia Dowell, Norma Hunzeker, Audrey Bauer. Third row: Darleen Fritz, Marjorie Hartman, Kay Ludwig, Virginia Griffiths, Gary Kirkendall, Mary Beth Lennemann, Susan Mitchell, Marlene Prior. Fourth row: Duane Schmutzer, James Lunsford, Larry Steadmon, Ncls Kjeldsen, Larry Sailors, Alon Shipley, Milan Quigley, Albert Chesnut. (Not pictured: Pat Darling, Tim Zinn, and Jerry Buchholz.) OFFICERS County Assessor Pat Darling County Attorney Marjorie Hartman County Clerk County Commissioners Milan Quigley Clerk of District Court County Recorder County Sheriff Nels Kjeldsen County Treasurer County Judge County Superintendent Jerry Buchholz Assistance Director County Extension Agent Gary Adams County Service Officer County Engineer Activities Committee First row (left to right': Bob Dougherty, Shcilo Yoder. Second row: Carol Downey, Ann Bcdwell, Sandra Hook. Third row: Neal Bochmon, Steve Wiltse, Jerry Faller, Gary Wior. Cheerleaders First row 'left to right : Sheilo Yoder, Patricio Stolder. Second row: Patsy Noll, Mary Lou Dykes, Koy Shouse. Future Farmers of America First row (left to right' : Kenneth Zentner, Wilbur Chesnut, Lenord Dodds, Lorry Little, Albert Chesnut, Edwin Stokes, Robert Castan, Marlin Scheitel, Mr. Hatch (sponsor'. Second row: Jerry Nolte, Gary Goll, Robert Howe, Lorry Apel, Donold Wickhom, Dovid Sickel, Donald Ries-chick, Ronald Kirkendall, Dennis Merz. Third row: Walter Arnold, Gail Rucgge, Neal Bachman, Marvin Goltz, Glenn Nutzman, Gary Kirken-daII, Bob Gorland, John Werner, Harold Rieschick, Larry Wilson. Fourth row: Roger McCann, Ervin James, Kenneth Bippes, Charles Malcolm, Benny Bachman, Harry Bach, Jerry Foiler, Gory Witt, Gory Hunker, Fred Cook. Trades and Industries First row (left to right): Wilfred Young, Marvin Shaw, Gary Fritz, Bob Yost, Esburn James, Donold Henke, Woyne Dougherty. Second row; Mr. Hoeger (instructor1, Raymond Simon, Ralph Ramsey, Jerry Eickhoff, Danny Harper, Alan Lcnnemann, Tim Zinn, Julie Zimmerman. Third row: Don Vinsonhaler, Roger Morteny, Jerry Marteny, Bob Lorkin, Jim Sefried, Paul Rieger, Jerry Crofford. Fourth row: Don Johnson, Lester Werner, Jere Cochran, Bob Hozclwood, Harold Suedmeier, Delbert Eickhoff, Horvey Vollmer, Jerry Thomas. Home Economics First row (left to right): Lois Kirkendoll, Corol Vogclc, Lois Mez, Joyce Pfloum, Dione Shipley, Georgia Franke, Shirley Gilbert, Ellen Stewart, Koren Schncidwind, Edwino Potcct, Nina Carmichael, Arlene Bunge, Annalee Rannebeck, Delores Schulenberg, Billie Hansen, Koy Wetmore, Pot Darling, Charlene Weiting, Louise Schnute, Shirley Orr, Gertrude Wells, Doris Constantine, Miss Huston instructor). Second row: Martha Shubert, Morgaret Young, Mory Smith, Mory Arnold, Borboro Crofford, June Kirkendoll, Carol Kelly, Karen Lohmeycr, Donna Brocker, Claudette Broadstone, Kay Schreiber, Bonnie Kelley, Barbara Runyan, Bonnie Grimes, Shirley Goodcll, Sondro Mumm, Betsy Hartman, Barbara Wior, Rosemary Eitel, Betty Zoeller, Dee Ann Vonderschmidt, Suzonnc Strough. Department Third row: Normo Zimmerman, Marjorie Goltz, Jean Clark, Sheila Kessler, Eleanor Motsinger, Mary Anne Hohn, Sondra Kirkendall, Phyllis Hohn, Ruth Bek, Beverly Bouer, Marna Curnes, Jane Philpot, Mary Lou Dykes, Vivian Mcllvoin, Carol Downey, Mory Ann Steinbrink, Elain Licbsch, Marilyn Mcrz, Nancy Rieger, Myrtle Vcach, Mary Ann Bacakos, Sandra Hook, Kay Eickhoff. Fourth row: Velmo Spoors, Retta Moore, Betty Nitzsche, Darline Remmers, Ruth Bachman, Beverly Clork, Kay Ludwig, Virginia Griffiths, Sue Heineman, Karleen Hanika, Merlyn Winsor, Margaret Smith, Clydene Sutter, Donna Schulenberg, Twilo Schlicker, Janet Bertram, Claire Marrs, Sherry Camblin, Carole Sander, Etna Brannin, Elaine Constantine. Honor Roll First row I left to right I: Arlene Bunge, Joyce Pfloum, Diane Shipley, Donald Dorr, Rodger Speers, Charlene Wieting, Sandra Stednitz, Wayne Morris. Second row: Sheilo Yoder, Thelmo Eickhoff, Sondra Mumm, Pat Staldcr, Donna Brockcr, Patricia Johnson, Janis Scholz, Barbara A. Gilliland, Betty Joy, Adrienne McMillcn, Marna Curncs, Karen Lohmeycr, Barbara Wior, Edwina Potcet, Lorno Andrews, Barboro L. Gilliland Third row: Joy Smith, Verno Crawley, Jone Foster, Mary Lou Dykes, Betty Fred- erick, Eleonor Motsinger, Carol Downey, Janet Bertrom, Virginia Weinert, Margaret Lewis, Kay Ludwig, Susan Mitchell, Ann Bedwell, Ann Stout, Phyllis Hohn, Shirley Goodcll, Bonnie Grimes, Patsy Noll. Fourth row: Vernal Brockcr, Dan Sargent, Bill Shelly, Jack Hixson, Steve Wiltsc, Gary Peek, Charles Taylor, Larry Stcodman, Ncls Kjeldsen, Jim Dougherty, Milan Quigley, Dennis Steodmon, John Schepman, Larry Ketter, David Joy, Donnie Rieschick, Larry Apel. Bohooi QalendaA September 1—School Opens — Classes Start 7— School Dismissed for Labor Day 11—Beatrice at Falls City 17— School Dismissed for Richardson County Fair 18— Atchison at Atchison, Kansas 25—Pawnee City at Pawnee City October 2—Tecumseh at Falls City 9—Plattsmouth at Falls City End of First Six Weeks 16— Nebraska City at Nebraska City 20—G. A. A. Tea 23—Auburn at Falls City 28—Omaha Cathedral at Falls City 29 - 30—Teachers Institute November 6—Fairbury at Fairbury 13—Junior Class Play 17— County Government Day 20—End of Second Six Weeks 26 - 29—Inclusive—Thanksgiving Vacation December 4—Vocal Clinic at Peru 8— Hiawatha at Falls City 9— Home Economics Tea 11— Northeast ot Lincoln Home Economics Tea 15—Tecumseh at Falls City 17— Music Dept. Christmas Program 18— G. A. A. Christmas Party 19-Jon. 3—Inclusive—Christmas Vacation January 5—Auburn ot Auburn 8—Beatrice at Falls City 12— Pawnee City at Falls City 15—Fairbury at Falls City Rings and Announcements Selected End Third Six Weeks 18—Begin Second Semester 19—Nebraska City at Nebraska City 26—St. Joseph Central at St. Joseph 29— Auburn at Falls City February 2—Tecumseh at Tecumseh 9—Plattsmouth at Plattsmouth 12— Omaha Tech at Falls City 16—Hiawatha at Hiawotho 19— Speech Program 20— Band Clinic at Falls City 23—Pawnee City ot Falls City 26—Nebraska City at Falls City End of Fourth Six Weeks March 2 - 6—District Basketball Tournament at Lincoln 16—Speech Contest at Peru 19— Band Concert at Falls City 20— Peru Band Clinic 26— Vocal Program at Falls City April 1—Nebraska City Dual Track Meet at Nebraska City 9—District Music Contest End of Fifth Six Weeks 10—Tarkio Invitational Track Meet 16— Good Friday 20— Nebraska City Invitational Track Meet 23—Nebraska City Dual Track Meet at Falls City 27— Southeast Conference Track Meet 30— Senior Closs Play May 1—Junior-Senior Banquet 4—College Night Program 6— District Track Meet at Lincoln 13— Senior Class Day 17— Twin Rivers Conference Track Meet at Beatrice 21— G. P. E. Program 23—Baccalaureate Exercises 24 - 25—End of Sixth Six Weeks 27—Commencement Exercises School Closes CONGRATULATIONS It has been a pleasure to work with the staff and students. MORSMAN STUDIO DISTINCTIVE PORTRAITS 2311 STONE STREET FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA RICHARDSON Stationery Store Printing — Greeting Cards Office and School Supplies 1622 Stone Street Phone 1073 Arrow Shirts Stetson Hats Michaels-Stern Suits Hickok Belts and Jewelry Samsonite Luggage Lee Work Clothes Genuine Levis LASATER'S MEN'S AND BOYS' WEAR 'LOWEST PRICES '' FALLS CITY AUTO SUPPLY AUTOMOTIVE JOBBERS PHONE 642 FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA LADIES' and CHILDREN'S READY-TO-WEAR SCHOCK'S STORE Falls City, Nebraska CHAT'N NIBBLE Fountain and Luncheonette Home-made Candy Quality and Service FAMOUS SHOE SERVICE SHOP For Better Shoe Repair WILLIAM KALLOS SHOP AND SAVE WERGIN'S FOOD CENTER HENLEY b COMPANY INSURANCE ED MILLER DICK MONROE Peweys A I W A Y $ I $T OOAUTT! FOR BETTER VALUES MAKE OUR STORE YOUR STORE T. L. 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DISTRIBUTORS OF COUNTRY GARDEN CANNED FOODS Congratulations to the Orange and Black From FALLS CITY CREAMERY NEMAHA BUTTER — EGGS — CHICKENS — TURKEYS BEATY'S MARKET ONE STOP FOOD SHOP 721 Harlan Phone 418 S. G. HARPER GROCERY AND CAFE Best Place to Eat in Town 1018 Stone Phone 202 WEST SIDE MARKET Groceries — Meats Fresh Fruits — Vegetables 311 West 21st Street Phone Gr. 897 CENTRAL HOG MARKET CATTLE SALE TUESDAY — A Daily Market for Your Hogs — FAT HOG SALE FRIDAY Telephone 899 Falls City Truck Implement Co., Inc. FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA YOUR INTERNATIONAL AND GOODYEAR DEALER Highway 73 North MERZ FARM EQUIPMENT FEED MASSEY HARRIS — FERGUSON Wayne Feeds — Pfister Hybrid Corn — Green Top Fertilizer NELSON MERZ, Owner Falls City, Nebraska Phone 1019 Hart - Bartlett - Sturtevant Grain Co. Manufacturers of a Complete Line of Peerless Feed and Minerals Custom Mixing and Grinding — Fertilizer ■+ Falls City, Nebraska Phone 33 or 21 WEAVER M6TOR SALES OLDSMOBILE and CADILLAC 1824 Stone Street Falls City, Nebraska SEE OUR USED CARS AT 1616 HARLAN STREET FALLS CITY AUCTION COMPANY SALE EVERY SATURDAY W. L. PARKER, Owner A. J. SCHNEIDEWIND LUMBER AND MILLWORK West 21st Street Falls City, Nebraska EBEL SEED COMPANY Hartman and Sumner FARM SEED, FERTILIZER, CHEMICALS, FEED, BABY CHICKS West 14th Street Phone 71 BREEZY HILL FINE STEAKS AND CHICKEN Two Miles South of Falls City, Nebraska Phone 1011 SIMANTON PENCE GREENHOUSE AND FLOWER SHOP PAUL P. CHANEY Attorney DR. L. V. BRENNAN M. D. D. E. FOX, 0. D. Optometrist Falls City, Nebraska DR. ROBERT P. HOBAN DR. JOHN 0. HOBAN DENTISTS Falls City, Nebraska C. L. HUSTEAD, M. D. PAYTON'S LOCKER SYSTEM AND HOME PROCESSING 16th and Barada Phone 733 IDEAL CLEANERS THE HOYS Phone 611 31 Years in Falls City 1817 Harlan Street Fruits YOU CAN ALWAYS PARK AT Home Groceries _ . _ . _ . _ , Style Meats 9th Street Market, Grocery and Cate Meals Phone 1097 Choice of 3 Home-Style Meals Daily 9th ond Stone Compliments of MASON'S HI-WAY CAFE The VOGUE Ready-to-Wear 'THE FIRST WITH THE LATEST SHOES CHILDREN'S WEAR CAVERZAGIE'S DRUG STORE Prescriptions — Toilet Goods — Drugs — Gifts BROCKER for Electric Motor Rewinding BAKER'S INSURANCE DEARLE BAKER, Owner Telephone 980 P. 0. Box 5 1815 Stone Street, Falls City, Nebraska AURILLA SHOP Featuring Ready-to-Wear Accessories E. J. MOREHEAD AUTO COMPANY 24-Hour Wrecker Service Chevrolet Sales and Service T1 RES—TU BES — BATTER 1ES HOME AND AUTO SUPPLIES FIRESTONE STORE 18th and Stone Streets KINSEY'S WESTINGHOUSE APPLIANCES CHRYSLER AIRTEMP Plumbing and Heating Contracts Hardware — Sheet Metal 1621 Chase Phone 443 NORTHVUE STATION and CAFE For Good Sandwiches and Conoco Gasoline PRIOR RADIO AND REFRIGERATION Admiral and Emerson Sales and Service 1616 Stone Street Phone 507 BAKER'S BAKERY WEDDING, BIRTHDAY and PARTY CAKES OUR SPECIALTY 1713 Stone Street Falls City, Nebraska Phone 712 H. J. PRICHARD SON Chrysler - Plymouth Fine Used Cars 17th and Chase Street Phone 404 HILLYARD'S WALLPAPER — PA 1 NT — GLASS AUTO GLASS 1619 Chase Street Phone 360 BOHRER BROS. Lumber-Material Co. Johns-Manville Products 1705 Chase Street Phone 693 ARMBRUSTER MOTOR CO. YOUR DODGE AND PLYMOUTH DEALER Across From City Auditorium Phone 869 DR. H. E. TRACEY GENERAL DENTISTRY — X-RAY Phone 877 Foils City, Nebraska JEAN CAIN WM. SHEPHED, M. D. Richardson County Bank Building HAROLD C. PRICHARD Attorney-at-Law FLESKOSKI'S FOOD BASKET FRUITS, VEGETABLES, GROCERIES AND MEATS Open Evenings and Sundays Ample Parking Space Always Wiltse- Goldsmith -Wiltse Abstract Company 1623 Stone Street Phone 226 Falls City, Nebraska Compliments of REUBEN'S 15th and Harlan Falls City, Nebr. THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK Established 1882 THE BANK OF FRIENDLY SERVICE Member of Federal Reserve and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Safety — Courtesy — Service COMPLIMENTS OF JOSEPH C. REAVIS E. E. LENNEMANN, M. D. DIAGNOSIS AND X-RAY APPLEOFF APPLIANCE Your FRIGIDAIRE Dealer 1613 Stone Street BOB APPLEOFF Phone 197 BAYARD T. CLARK Attorney-at-Law DR. JOSEPH L. SANCHEZ DENTIST X-Ray Phone 543 Slocum Building DR. M. U. BURTON DENTIST Complete X-Ray Office Hours 9:00 to 5:00 Phone 656 IRMA'S BEAUTY FORUM HAIR SHAPING AND STYLING 1524Vi Stone Street Phone 85 WITTROCK'S DRIVE-IN FOUNTAIN SERVICE AND FINE FOOD 11th and Harlan At Your Service RICHARDSON COUNTY BANK — Dependable Since 1880 — CAPITAL AND SURPLUS $400,000.00 RESOURCES OVER FIVE MILLION MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION REAVIS b MACOMBER FURNITURE STORE, 1518-20 Stone St. FUNERAL HOME, 1415 Chase St. MUSIC MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FRIESEN IMPLEMENT COMPANY YOUR JOHN DEERE DEALER We Service All Makes JAMES OIL COMPANY SAVE SAFELY Quality Products Dependable Service Office Phone 20 James HV and Premium Motor Oils Service Phone 914 FALTER'S THE CLOTHING CORNER SINCE 1916 FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA WILLIAM'S Congratulations to PAINT STORE The Class of 1954 Drapes — Paint—Wallpaper—Glass SIDLES Phone Sll Falls City, Nebraska SAFEWAY STORES FALLER'S SERVICE 16th ond Harlan SINCLAIR PRODUCTS AND U. S. TIRES MODERN CLEANERS 1508 Stone Street Phone 640 WAMSLEY'S APPLIANCE YOUR NORGE DEALER 1500 Stone Phone 1055 TUCKER'S HARDWARE EVERYTHING IN SPORTING GOODS AND HARDWARE Phone 72 CROSSTOWN CAFE HOTEL STEPHENSON OIL CITY - BREEZY RANCH THEATRES MOVIES ARE YOUR FINEST ENTERTAINMENT! RAY NOVAK NEW AND USED CARS AND TRUCKS PONTIAC — 1424 Harlan Street PLYMOUTH AND DE SOTO — 1419 Stone St. NO FINANCE CHARGE Falls City, Nebraska G. H. CROOK, M. D. W. V. GLENN, M. D. + COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO. DELICIOUS AND REFRESHING ---------------- DRINK COCA-COLA IN BOTTLES LARSON VAN STORAGE — BONDED FURNITURE MOVING — Save on Carpeting and Furnishings for Your Home 1915 Stone Phone 635 STEADMAN TEXACO 20th and Stone Streets Phone 173 STUMP'S BARBER SHOP W. O. STUMP 115 West 16th Street JOHNSON REALTY CO. LOANS AND INSURANCE Phone 135 Falls City, Nebraska RAY'S RADIO TELEVISION WE SERVICE ALL MAKES 1311 HARLAN PHONE 911 FALLS CITY WHOLESALE MEAT CO. Manufacturers of FAVORITE BRAND QUALITY LUNCHEON MEATS HOLLEN'S SERVICE TIRES, BATTERIES, AND ACCESSORIES AUTO REPAIR 21st and Towle Phone 44 ONE STOP LUNCH 21st and Stone FOR YOUR BULLDOZING NEEDS, SEE OR CALL JONES, SMITH AND JONES Phone Red 564 or Black 1049 Falls City, Nebraska COMPLIMENTS OF Falls City B. P. 0. E. Lodge 963 GENERAL LOAN CORP. PAUL D. ZIMMER, Manager 108 West 15th Street Phone 580 BRYAN MORRIS — AUTO SERVICE — Falls City, Nebraska GATES' TEXACO SERVICE 14th and Harlan Street Falls City, Nebr. TIRES — BATTERIES — ACCESSORIES Phone 961 FALLS CITY CLEANERS MR. AND MRS. TOM FREHSE Phone 583 1608 Stone Street Farmers Insurance Group AUTOMOBILE —TRUCK AND FIRE HERB BAILEY 106 West 15th Phone 1010 ZENTNER OIL COMPANY PHILLIPS 66 GASOLINE, OILS LEE TIRES 21st and Chase Highway 73, North GROVER ULIN BARBER SHOP 110 West 16th Street HAROLD L. GURSKE Attorney-at-Law BAUER IMPLEMENT COMPANY CASE IMPLEMENTS FUNK'S G HYBRID SEED CORN 1613 CHASE FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA PHONE 274 DR. J. C. GILLISPIE,M. D. THE GAS SERVICE CO. Natural Gass for Home and Industry Monarch Engineering Co. Falls City, Nebraska Clearing Bridge Construction Terracing Concrete Work Bulldozing Corrugated Metal Pipe If your feet hurt, bring them to the man who knows how to give you relief. JOHN B. WIEZOREK 1504 Stone Street Falls City, Nebr. S. D. COWAN, M.D. EAR, EYE, NOSE AND THROAT S. D. COWAN, 0, D. Falls City, Nebraska COMPLIMENTS OF THE TOWLE REALTY CO. CROOKER'S SERVICE AUTO AND TRUCK REPAIR 21st and Stone Phone 351 T. L. KNISLEY Insurance First National Bank Phone 786 WESTERN AUTO ASSOCIATE STORE AUTO ACCESSORIES 1521 STONE STREET PHONE 768 LESSEL PRINT SHOP Let George Do It LICHTY TUBACH AGENCY John H. Llchty — Alvin K. Tubach INSURANCE AND REAL ESTATE Falls City, Nebraska 111 East 17th Street BERTIE'S GRILL GOOD FOOD IS GOOD HEALTH Courtesy and Service Our Aim 1624 Harlan Street Phone 791 BUTLER'S FOOD SHOP Good Things to Eat Quality and Service Phone 14 RICH'S MORTOR SERVICE SERVICE ALL MAKES CARS AND TRUCKS Phone 737 — Phone 902 1114 Barada Street Falls City, Nebraska 0. K. RUBBER WELDERS COMPLETE TIRE SERVICE 1321 Stone Street Phone 233 Beck's Welding Machine PORTABLE WELDING GENERAL MACHINE WORK Phone 231 11th and Stone Falls City, Nebr. Plumbing and Heating Security Furnaces and Water Heaters M. CONNOR FALLS CITY BODY SHOP CAR PAINTING—BODY and FENDER REPAIR 1814 Chase Street Phone 438 CASTLE HOME APPLIANCE CO. 1305 STONE STREET PHONE 610 FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA DORR-PHILPOT FUNERAL HOME 1920 Harlon Street Phone 526 STEINBRINK'S FEED STORE JESSE R. DUNN Master Plumber PLUMBING—HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SERVICE Since 1920 1024 HARLAN STREET Cochran's Upholstery FURNITURE REPAIRING UPHOLSTERING REFINISHING RUDY'S SMART WEAR FOR WOMEN READY-TO-WEAR MILLINERY GRAHAM LUMBER COMPANY PHONE 7 BETTER LUMBER FOR ALL BUILDING We, the following Richardson County Officials, salute and congratulate the Falls City High School on their 1954 issue of the ORANGE AND BLACK. ALBERT MAUST..... EMMA KIEFFER..... VERT SAILORS..... BILL MULLINS..... HENRY F. SCHEPMAN. MRS. R. HANIKA... FRED C. ZORN..... TOM AITKEN....... HENRY BRUHN...... BEN DALE......... VERN ATKINS...... ...............................County Judge ...............................County Clerk ..........................Register of Deeds ..........................County Treasurer ..........................County Attorney ......................County Superintendent ..................Clerk of the District Court ...............................County Agent ..........................County Assessor ..........................County Engineer ....................................Sheriff Compliments of FALLS CITY JOURNAL APPLEOFF HATCHERY BABY CHICKS — GARDEN SEEDS 1611 Chase Falls City, Nebr. Phone 878 BOATMAN Manufacturing Company Manufacturers of Shade-Master and Other Tractor Accessories 1 FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA E. A. SAILORS Bulldozing 1802 Shoenheit Phone Green 645 I SHAFFER'S MARKET Hy-Klas Food Store Open Evenings, Sundays, Holidays JONES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY GENERAL CONTRACTING 608 West 15th Street Phone Green 849 Good Things to Eat ★ McMAHON'S ★ Phone 230 Wiemers Implement Co. MINNEAPOLIS-MOLINE — OLIVER NEW IDEA 1605 Chase Phone 259 ELECTRIC TIRE SHOP SKELLY GAS AND OIL Phone 686 Russ Prater WHITTEN'S MARKET MEATS — GROCERIES — SCHOOL SUPPLIES 1319 FULTON PHONE 416 M. F. WILLIAMS HARNESS SHOP TRAPS AND SADDLES GENERAL LEATHER REPAIR WORK W. D. KETTER, M. D. Physician and Surgeon RIVOLI THEATRE FOR THE BEST IN ENTERTAINMENT CHANEY'S Everything to Furnish Your Home at a Reasonable Price Compliments of Southeast Nebraska Telephone Co. FALLS CITY BOWL 111 West 17th Street Phone 2 Wiltse Machinery Supply Falls City, Missouri 3||23P FORD FARMING MEANS LESS WORK — MORE INCOME PER ACRE ■Blil— Barada and 17th Phone 752 INDEPENDENT LUMBER CO. COAL — LUMBER — BUILDING MATERIAL — PAINT PHONE 102 BROADSTONE'S DRIVE-IN YOU FLASH — WE DASH Phone 1099 North Highway 73 WITTROCK DAIRY PASTEURIZED DAIRY PRODUCTS ICE CREAM 1412 Stone Street FOUNTAIN SERVICE B • E GRILL FRED WERNER Plumbing £r Heating 823 East llth Phone W465 t Appleoff Plumbing, Heating, and Electrical Richard Appleoff FALLS CITY, NEBRASKA — STORES — HIAWATHA, KANSAS CORBON J. TAYLOR NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE 1922 Lane Street Falls City, Nebraska Telephone Black 169 COMPLIMENTS OF DARLING TRANSFER CO. GLENN D. MARTIN OIL CO. MONARCH PROPANE COMPANY OIL AND GAS 1617 CHASE STRASIL BROS. FARMER'S REPAIR AND Blacksmith and Welding MACHINE SHOP General Farm Repair Shop Oil Field Welding and Machine Work Shop Phone 618 Res. Phone Gr. 897 Shop Phone 1086 Res. Phone 632 COMPLIMENTS OF Archibald J. Weaver Andrews Monument Works EVERLASTING MEMORIALS Falls City Auburn Nebraska City Rieger's Conoco Service Free Pick-Up and Delivery Your Mileage Merchant Service at Its Best SUPER OIL — TIRES — BATTERIES 14th and Harlan Open 7 Days a Week Phone 568 HILL'S SHOE COMPANY TRIM-TREDS AND POLL PARROTS RAND AND RAND JUNIOR ERNST TRANSFER COMPANY FURNITURE MOVING Phone 594 •+ HINKY-DINKY r — — — — 1 EDDE MOTORS Bui ck SALES — SERVICE Falls City, Nebraska Sherman Edde Phone 796 MAZE SIGI SERVICE NEON SIGNS OUTDOOR ADVERTISING TUBE MANUFACTURING AND REPAIR 701 Morton Street Phone 1008 EAT OUT MORE OFTEN ENJOY LIFE FLANAGAN'S GRILL GOOD FOOD FOR GOOD HEALTH 1507 Harlan Phone 601 ICE ICE FROZEN FOOD LOCKERS WING • CUSTOM SLAUGHTERING PRINTING CO. • PRINTERS OF THIS YEAR'S NEBRASKA ICE ORANGE AND BLACK LOCKER SERVICE 413 South 4th Street Phone 4-4903 ST. JOSEPH, MISSOURI ——_ M— .. i i !