Froebel High School - Steel Dust Yearbook (Gary, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 192 of the 1945 volume:

— STEEL DUST JOURNAL VOL. ii. No. 2 FROEBEL SCHOOL -s- GARY, INDIANA October 13, 1944 THE SENIOR ENGLISH GLASS NOW STUDYING AMERICAN LITERATURE There is only one Senior English class this semester at Froebcl. It is be- ing instructed by Miss M. Southwick. The class has just concluded the reading of Booth Tarkington’s novel, T urmoil. At present, the pupils have been in- structed to select a book of American literature, and written by an American author, so that they will become ac- quainted with some of this country’s out- standing books and their authors. Some of the books being read are For JVhom the Bell Tolls, by Ernest Hemingway; This Above All, by Rachel Field; Song• of the Lark, by Willa Cather; The Human Comedy, by Wil- liam Saroyan; A Tree Grows in Brook- lyn, by Betty Smith, and many other such books. When each pupil has finished his book, he is to give an oral report on the author and the novel he has read. The class finds this work interesting not only because they are enjoying it, but also because it is widening their knowledge of American literature. This, after all, should he a good part of every American’s high school education. FROEBEL JUNIOR-SENIOR CLUB Froebel’s Junior-Senior Club put its best foot forward and started the school ‘year with a very successful “Back to School” dance. This was the first of many activities the club has in store for its members and friends. The club invites all freshmen and other new students of Froebel to join this progressing organization. Our officers and sponsors for the year are: Joyce Powell, president; Ray- mond Williams, vice president; James Haywood, secretary, and Melvin Stroud, treasurer. Emogene Henderson and James Johnson are social chairmen; Mildred Johnson and Willie Williams, publicity chairmen. The sponsors are Miss E. Cooper, Mr. C. Davis and Mr. MacAllister. WATCH FOR BOW-WEEK” BEET YOUR STAFF With the passing of time, another school year, 1944-1945, has begun. Standing upon the threshold of coming events, we see new facies, new programs —new faces, especially on The Steel Dust Staff. Our best efforts shall be put fortli to give you good reports of our activities, civic, cultural and social. Our hats are off to our predecessors fur their ceaseless and untiring efforts of establishing and running a school newspaper. We shall endeavor to take over where they have left off and we certainly recognize the difficult job ahead of us. A few veterans of the original staff still are with us, and with the addition of the newcomers, we shall try to the best of our ability to render our school faithful service. Let’s get acquainted with the new staff. Just in case you don’t know, all credit for our newspaper rightfully goes to Mrs. Kathryn Welsh, who, in addi- tion to her duties as a teacher of Eng- lish. Journalism and newspaper work, again is our Sponsor. Gertrude Danch is serving as Editor fro tern due to her past experience on the newspaper staff. John Baranko, Carl Taseff and Nick Stevoff are charged with reporting boys’ athletic activities. Jerry Polakais is our new Inquiring Reporter. Sharpen your wits and be on the lookout for Jerry. Marv Ellen Neal will try “Did You Know That?”—a feature column, the truth through others’ eyes. Take it or leave it. Loretta Piatak will specialize in “Fashions for Youth.” You’re in style, if you’re on file with Loretta. Olga Kimoff, by reason of her wide knowledge and experience with F. B. C. activities, will conduct this column, which we know will meet with as great, if not greater, success than it has in the past. So F. B. C.ing you, Olga. Bette Roberts and Ida Mae Lucas are charged with the Grade School News. Remember your grade school days and give them every help you can. Olga Belkow and Anne Feryo will report all the activities of the G. A. A. Though this is an immense task, we know that they will accomplish it well. NEW MUSICAL VENTURE A. new chorus has been started at Froebel. It is made up of students who are interested in music and is directed by Adele Bohling Lee. So far the total membership is fifteen, hut there is a pos- sibility of its gradually growing in size. George Gershwin’s lovely music from Porgy and Bess has been chosen for a beginning. The chorus meets every day at 11 :20 for ten minutes, and ex- pects to perform on several occasions in the near future. This chorus has not chosen a name yet. However, the members will see to that very soon. They are Katharine Burr, Mildred Johnson, Emogene Hen- derson. Mildred Jamison, Faustine Frederick, Naomi Augustus, Mattie Booker, Garrett Cope, Robert Green, George Taylor, Calirn Rogers, Don Jones, Julius Berryhill, Alex Thomas and Richard Comer. F. B. C. News The F. B. C. held its first meeting of the year recently. The girls had looked forward to this meeting with great anticipation, and showed much enthusiasm toward the program of the month as it was presented by the club officers and sponsor. The F. B. C. motto is Build for Character, Not for Fame!’ and the girls endeavor to live up to this standard. The F. B. C. boosts Froebel School and all its various ac- tivities. The members aim to create a friendly spirit toward everyone in Froebel. The rollcall was answered with in- spirational quotations from educators and philosophers. Miss Liggett, our sponsor, gave a stimulating talk to the girls about loyalty and co-operation with the club’s activities. The members sang the club song, which was written by Miss Weiner, a former member of the F. B. C. and now a teacher in Froebel School. The officers told the members their duties and discussed the plans for our future dances. At our parties we are having refreshments and social dancing and plenty of fun for all F. B. C. mem- bers. The meeting ended with members forming a large circle, holding hands and saying, “Let us be loyal friends, now and forever.” STEEL DUST JOURNAL October 13, 1944 Page 2 Meet Your Staff Continued from Page FASH10NATI0N BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Just saying, 'Hello! On your birthday. And stopping a minute to say. May you have just the Best of luck always, And many returns of the day. October Dorothy Balash, Senior .......... 2 Robert Miller, Junior ........... 2 Louis Zeheralis, Senior ......... 2 Mary Kopcik, Sophomore .......... 7 David Ballerino, Freshman ....... 8 Mary Maya, Sophomore ............ 8 John Rendek, Freshman ........... g . Manuel Nova, Junior ............ 10 Olga Skrivan, Freshman ......... 10 Sherman Riley, Sophomore ....... 11 Stanley Peloza, Freshman ....... 12 Steve Kocsis, Freshman ....... 12 Joe Casko, Sophomore ........... 14 Gasparine Pampalone, Junior .... 14 FROEBEL HIGH’S A CAPPELLA, ’44-’45 Was there to be an a Cappella at Froebel this year or not ? That was the question confronting Mrs. Lee during the first few weeks of school. Sopranos and altos? Oh, there were plenty of those. The difficulty arose over tenors and basses. However, Mrs. Lee had a solution for that. Several talent scouts succeeded in capturing a few willing and unwilling boys here and there. Now the choir really looks and sounds prom- ising. Anyone passing by the first floor music room at one o’clock can be enter- tained by this bevy of voices singing Christmas carols in preparation for the busy month of December. It’s been a tradition for the Froebel a Cappella to go caroling during the Yuletide season, and it will be continued this year. The members of the a Cappella are: Angeline Blatsioris, Betty Spinelly, Iva Ytase, Lorraine Bobrick, Angeline Ra- mirez, Delores Olaf, Gloria Gonan, Al- bina Spelich, Betty Novotny, Helen Shimko, Anne eKlinich, Rosemary Ca- puson, Rose Lulich, Lillian Pipas, Mary Kopil, Betty Kirla, Lydia Monchar, Joan Miccolis, Rena Pividori, Frances Guestello, Mary Jane Hric, Catherine Boyajian and Rose Agudo. Also Thomas Peller, Carlos- Gervin, George Pavel, Steve Pipas, Seymour Abrams, Jerry Capuson, John Baranko, Arnold Bernstein, Leonard Levenda, Andy Panos, Albert Jarosak, William Harminac and Joe Casko. Under the capable direction of Adele Bohling Lee, we hope the choir will enjoy a good singing season. Gloria Gonan will keep us up to date on the activities of the a Cappella Choir and Concert Orchestra. When- ever a concert is being presented, we hope that you and Gloria will be “Gonan my way.” Gasparine Pampalone likewise will furnish us with the activities of the Con- cert Band. Can’t you just hear “Hail, Froebel”—a great morale builder! Gas- parine, give us all you can. Dorothy Balash should club us to death what with the Latin Club, Span- ish Club, Business Club, this Club and that Club, news. May we suggest that the officers of these clubs co-operate as fully as possible with Dorothy so that some forgotten club will not strike her? Catherine Vaseloff is our new Ex- change Editor. In the event that the staff should desire to compare notes, check up with Catherine. Ann Thomas and Angleen Elmas will inherit the envy of all the girls. Theirs will Ibe the task of keeping in touch and keeping us informed of the ac- tivities of our boys and girls in service. We hope, Ann and Angie, that you will share our buddies with us. Angeline Ramirez is to keep up with all the Class News pertaining to the Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior and Sen- ior Classes. Again, may we sincerely ask the ful co-operation of the officers of each respective group. Angie also is helping as business manager pro tem, Period 7, while Ann Marencik takes over the job Period 8. Jeanette Marchese and Mary Jane Hric will extend to you your Birthday Greetings, provided you let them in on this dark secret. So don’t be overly sur- prised should your turn come for “Hap- py Birthday to you ...” Fannie Blatsiouris and Rose Argos- tine will undertake the immense task of distributing The Steel Dust Journal. Should your- copy go haywire, just send a line to Fannie and Rose. Eleanor Berzish is our copy editor. Rou write ’em and she will try to read ’em. Please try to write your articles so that Eleanor can do them justice. Veska Naidenoff is Librarian and class checker, also helping with Student News. Arnold Bernstein, Louis Lucas, Phil Pietzrak and Alex Shendrick will en- deavor to the best of their ability to print The Steel Dust Journal so that it will meet your approval There you are, students, this is the staff — encourage .hem — foster their ideas—help them in every way you can, Now that summer is gone, co-eds will have to look to their clothes to brighten up the landscape—and this year they certainly won’t look in vain. If you find that those devilish demons of the dermestis family (moths to you) have done their dirty work for the sum-[ mer on your favorite suit, don’t tear f your hair and beat your head against the! wall. Relax! Just take a squint at the! latest toggery and your woes will be forgotten. Plain woolens dominate in the new suits, ranging in color from conservative dark brown or green to brighter hues, soft reds, greens, purple, cocoa, blues, or gold. We all like to think of ourselves as thrifty little lassies, and our Scotch ancestors will sit up and take notice when we justify the notion with the : choice of a practical suit—one, for in- j stance, which has endless possibility of I variation with accessory changes. A vel- j veteen beret and matching handbag or one of the dashing felt sets in those de- lectable fall shades, a white or pastel J blouse dressed up by a bow or a bit of j ruffle at the neck, can make a softly j tailored suit right for informal dance, I Sunday go-to-meetin’ or even dining out. ; Inspired by the prevalent Chester- field coats, the black tailored suit topped by a velvet collar stands out in any occasion. The girl who likes clothes with a dash will crow over the very new and very ihgh-style suits with weskff jackets (another encroachment on men’s terri tory). They come in brilliant, shocking hues, either completely colored or with a black shirt accented by a bright jacket and either combination is effective. Though less important this year than last, our dearly beloved tweeds are still present. Heather and herringbone have taken a back seat to the more sub- dued twill-like weaves or quiet English salt and pepper. Conservative, but oh, so smart! Melting pastels and soft lines set the sty le for the pretty, practical dressmaker suits, more popular than ever. They’ll do anything that a dress will, and the skirt will double with blouse and sweat- ers. For comfort, looks and lasting style they’re unbeatable—just ask the gal who owns one! Whatever your selection, consider 1 your suit as a basic costume, and don’t ■ spare the accessories. Their expense will j be more than justified by the new per- sonality they give your suit, and you’re sure to be enchanted by all the original for fun ideas. Fashion watchwords this fall are: Suit yourself! mm October 13, 1944 STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page 3 An Aviation Cadet Makes a Report Wc marched to the barber shop with as much enthusiasm as young kids going to a dentist. Upon arrival, we peered into the windows and caught a glimpse of the mass scalping going on inside. Be- lieve it or not, there are still Indians in Texas. Nine sons of Geronimo in white coats in an attempt to make it look anti- septic. Anyway, some brave cadet: opened the door and we reluctantly trudged in. It wasn’t long before one was laugh- ing hilariously at the previous “victims,” even though he knew what was in store for him. However, this ear-to-ear grin and holding of the sides was gradually ca H till countenances were again sober but forlorn. Then came the tragic mo ! ent when the “executioner,” with fire in his eyes and nose, and drooling at the mouth, looked down at me and in a so it voice said, “Come, come, little chum, you’re next.” Ha-a-a-a-a. He actually didn’t laugh, at least not out loud, but to the individual it was vorse than a phan- tom or grave robber’s laugh. Once seated in the “chair of execu- tion,” the victim gripped the arms, clinched his teeth, and was heard to whisper, “Spin the chair and get it over with, Doc.” As the clippers drew nearer and nearer it sounded like a B-17 coming at you head on. You ducked, but it was too late. He got you. And, surprisingly enough, there was no blood to be seen anywhere. Then one eased back, feeling immune to another strafing. But by that time he got you again and again and you found it necessary to submit to his demands. A sort of “unconditional sur- render,” I call it. In exactly one minute and ten sec- onds the chains are loosened and you’re free. Sheepishly, you struggle to your feet, turn around, and look into a mir- ror. Your eyes pop, ears snap, and you reach for the gun you wish you had. For the first time you view the sup- posed symmetry of your nicely rounded skull with deep interest. You run your fingers through the remaining few hairs, or at least try to, for it is only three- quarters of an inch high. Then, realizing where you are, you look up and there before vou sits your best oal in a barber chair before an open window through which is blowing some LATIN INITIATION The Latin Club had their initiation Wednesday, September 13th. It started out with a talk by Garret Cope, presi- dent of the club. The initiates were crowned with green paper crowns arid had Pompeian ribbons pinned on their Togas, white robes, to you. These scholars then played a game of Truth and Consequences. Stella Demos had to act the role of Mr. McAllister. Sevmor Abrams proposed blindfolded to Mary Gusan, who later sang “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” in Latin. Last, but not least, refreshments were served, and the affair ended at about 6 o’clock. A SURE WAY TO GET GRAY- ALL WORK AND NO PLAY It’s just as essential to relax on 'Thursday and Friday evenings as it is t turn on the pressure full steam during the five work days, and you’ll be having fifty kinds of fun before you know it. You’ll meet your solid sender at our F. B. C. mixers in our own girls’ gym —even the queer boy who sits across from you in Study Hall may turn out to be pretty smooth on the dance floor! After all. he took a chance, too, so look your prettiest and act as if you’re having a good time, even if he does resemble Dracula’s uncle. He may have lots of good qualities you’d never suspect at first glance, and he may have a friend who rivals Ty Power! The F. B. C. has come across before, so if you have any school spirit at all, you’ll come to our after-game dances and show our team we’re 100 per cent with them. of the outside (wind). His hair, beauti- ful stuff, and his ride, just flapping in the breeze. To his right stands the bar- ber adjusting the sights on bis clippers, preparing for an outright offensive. You shut your eyes. When the clippers hit they lose about iso revolutions, but re- gain them on their way out. As I said, it lasts only 70 seconds, and another Gadget joins your ranks. Yours. JOE. Just to Oblige Mary Marencik: “Pardon me. sir, but have you seen a cop around here?” Joe Krasnanskv: “Na, I’m sorrv.” M arv Marencik: “Thank you so much. Now will you please hand over your watch and wallet?” ON THE BOOKSHELVES Start the semester with a bang by putting aside those “funny books” that have been floating around in Study Hall and other places, and start reading some of the new books that are in the senior library. Here are just a few of the thrilling books that .we’ve got this year: WAR WINGS FOR CAROL, O'Malley, Patricia. Continues the story of Carol Rogers, who resigns her air hostess job to be married, only to find that the war inter- fcrrcd. Now hsc is working again, this time as an assistant to the vice-president of another air line, running the office under wartime emergency pressure, and helping to track down a spy. THESE HAPPY GOLDEN YEARS. IVViler. Laura Ingalls. Romance of a girl, not yet sixteen, who became a school teacher in South Dakota, where she meets her future hus- band. (Girls, put away those True Story magazines and read a good book.) ROOKIE OF THE YEAR. Tunis, John R. Sequel to the author’s Keystone Kids, continuing the story of Spike Russell s struggle to build up a good baseball team. THE SWORD Ts DRAWN, Norton, Andre. A Dutch boy escapes from the Nazis, joins his cousin in Java, and finally ar- rivs in the United States, where he joins the Dutch underground movement. (Students who love adventure stories, read this.) WENDERLEY. Mallete. Gertrude. Leslie Farnham had nevrer known people like some of the new neighbors she found when she left her mountain home to keep house for her father in a huge defense project in California, where 2,000 people were living in tiny trailers. JOHNNY TREMAIN. Forbes. Esther. Winner of the Newberry Prize for literature, this is the story of a very true-to-life bo - who lived during times much like the present day. “Did you pass your examination ?” “How coiild I? Tliev asked me things that happened hefo e I was born.” Pago 4 STEEL DUST JOURNAL October 13, 1944 HORNETS BLAST FROEBEL, 6 TO 0 Froebel started the Wallace game with high hopes of being the victor, but the. final score was 6-0 in favor of the Hornets. In our third game of the sea- son. the Blue Devils sought to break a Lew Wallace winning streak which now stands at five straight triumphs. The game started off with the Blue Devils taking the ball on their own 44- yard line. In the next two plays, two center plunges netted a gain of only five yards. On the third down, Joe Spanic connected with one of his passes to Joe Havduk, who was tackled on the Hor- nets’ 13-yard line. After a pass was in- complete and another run lost yardage, Froebel tried another pass, which was intercepted. As a result of this, the Hornet held the ball for 14 plays, mak- ing a gain of 93 yards for a touchdown. So powerful was the Wallace de- fense that Froebel could account for only two first downs and a net of 42 yards gained by rushing, 23 of which were made by quarterback. Joe Hayduk. Frocbel's only scoring chance in the second quarter took place when Froebel covered a Wallace fumble, but two in- complete passes ruined the chance. In the second half, Froebel took the ball over on their own 19-yard line. 1 hey were unable to pass because of the Hor- nets’ rushing defensive, but in the third quarter McGee punted, which sent the Hornets back to their 26-yard line. In the final quarter of the game, the Hor- nets intercepted another Blue Devil pass, which put them on the Froebel 17, but on the third down a penalty put them back on the Froebel V7. In the final plays of the game, the Blue Devils’ de- fense stopped the Hornets from scoring another touchdown. Even though they did not win, we cangratulate our hard-fightmg boys for a game well played. SCHOOL DAZE A dansa A classa A data Perchansa Out lata A quizza No passa Gee whizza LOOKER ROOM JAMBOREE When the clock handles arrange themselves to read 3 o’clock, it is time for our football team to start practice. Bvt before they scrimmage on the mud platter, there is a daily routine that must be followed. It is the crawling into the foothall gear. It’s uqitc dangerous to walk into the locker room and find that footballs and helmets are flying in every direction with an occasional shoe being tossed from nowhere. It would look like quite a muddle to an inexperienced fellow to see jerseys, stockings, reinforced pants and shoulder pads strewn all over the place. But, on the contrary, the players seem to know what is what, because within twenty minutes a varsity team is out trotting on the field in full dress tcady for a workout. Just a word to remind you readers, that all this fuss doesn’t go along with- out noise. Among the wolf cries and horse laughs can be heard Frankovich’s voice telling Hayduk paternally. “Now, son. this is how the play works,” or Zaheralis vowing that he’ll “take care of that line at the next game, just you wait and sec!” Of course, the party wouldn’t be complete without Dan “The Voice” Oprish’s version of “The Old Gray Mare.” Andy “Tubby” Pannos and Peter Petroff are consistently patching up in- juries on Bley and McGee, who seem to have a peculiar knack for getting hurt. Then, in steps Coach Kyle, and what a storm blows! “Why didn’t you do such and such a thing: at the game last week?” and “Spanic, must you always have to try to put out the lights at Glea- son with your passes?” After letting off some steam and expressing some very personal ideas, Mr. Kyle voices the com- mand. “Hurry up and get dressed, then get out on the field and look as if you had at least one corpuscle among you!” Five minutes later, the Froebel Football Squad is seen on the field hav- ing a regular session on how to break the other fellow’s neck with a mini- mum loss of his own. TCLLESTON RAIDS FROEBEL, 12 TO 0 On September 28, 1944- our Blue Devils suffered loss No. 3. Because of the football spirit of Joe Stevens from Tolleston High School, the Blue Raid- ers were able to score a counter in the second period. Later, during the last period, they again scored on a gift in- terception which gave them the game- winning score of 12-0. As far as the story goes for our team, it was the same as always. The Blue Devils got up steam, plowed down- field, and then when extra yardage was due for a first down, we ran out of fuel or one of those nemesis fumbles said “Hello!” Spanic was consistenti; throwing gifts from heaven, but either1 the little man who was to catch it wasn’t there, or else the line leaked andj the passer was thrown for a loss. Powerj plays hv Frankovich and Hayduk us- ually came through, but they didn’l come through enough times to score The Froebel line play was improvirv in this game, and finally is showin| some ability in demonstrating to thi opposition who is boss. At many games it has been notice that there is one little guard that real! has football spirit. His number is 20,] and his name is Danny Oprish. Hi ever yelling “Let’s go, fellas!” and lim cracking tactics has put much sympatlv of the fans in his favor. It’s that kim of spirit Froebel fans love to see. The all hope that very soon now, the rest the team will get infected with this lov- able disease and get a good dose o' “Spirititis!” FROSH BEAT EMERSON The Freshmen resembled the Fri bel teams of the good old days by beat] ing Emerson, 13 to 7. The following boys participated in the game: R. Britt J. Hadley, G. Stupor, J. Cougias, F Vasas, C. Laluvich, G. Kravetz, D. Bal lerino, A. Thomas, R. Lackey, D Thanos, B. Chairez, G. Farris, P. Do monkas, L. Chuckney, L. Stragouludes S. Sosh, D. Roby, J. Smart, N. Rude vich and S. Amatulli. October 13, 1944 SENIOR MEETING The Senior Class meeting was opened by the presiding chairman, Edwin Ga- jewski. Ballots were passed out immediately. The chairman presented the candidates for offices and also stated that nomina- tions from the floor would be accepted. Candidates for president, with no nominations from the floor, were Ed Yukl and John Baranko. Candidates for vice president, with no nominations from the floor, were Joan Gadbury and Amelia Drakos. Candidates tor secretary, with no nominations from the floor, were Dora Mackin and Dorothy Balash. Candidates for treasurer, with no nominations from the floor, were Christ Anastoff and Robert Cervantes. Robert, however, had to decline the nomination because he is an officer of the Euclidian Circle. Christ, therefore, was selected unanimously. Candidates for Social Chairman were Betty Andrey and Angeline Ra- mirez. Betty declined because she is an officer of the Business Club. Ann Pav- isich was nominated from the floor. Candidates for Student Council were Mildred Johnson, Garrett Cope. Lorraine Bobrik, Rose Polizzotto, Mary Libassi, Olga Kimoff and Gloria Gonan. The latter three had to decline, however, because according to Student Council ruling, anyone holding office in any other club, is not eligible for Stu- dent Council. For this reason, there were nomina- tions a second time, and these included Mildred Johnson, Garrett Cope, Wil- liam Lee, Lorraine Bobrick, Veronica Zimmerman, Ann Marencik, Rose Po- lizzitto, Arnold Bernstein and Violet Frankovic. Election results were: President, Ed Yukl; vice president, Joan Gadbury; secretary, Dora Mackin; treasurer, Christ Anastoff; social chairman, Ann Pavicich; Student Council, Garrett Cope, Lorraine Bobrik, Veronica Zim- merman, Ann Marencik and Arnold Bernstein. Following nominations and ballot? casting, the chairman asked for sugges- tions and ideas concerning means of raising money for the Senior Class. Some ideas were: To have a car- nival, a talent show, a Senior play, a Christmas card sale, or a food sale. These ideas were presented by Verona Huges, Garrett Cope, Gloria Gonan, Marge Zoumis, Rose Lulich and Rudy Alabach and other members of the Senior Class. STEEL DUST JOURNAL Junior Class Class come to order. That’s the voice of Andy Poulis calling the Junior Class to order. Andy was the class presi- dent last year, and was given the job of keeping order during the election of new class officers. Andy introduced Mr. Albright, who gave the class a short talk about sub- scriptions to The Steel Dust Journal and about the new printing press that has been purchased by the school. The chairman of the nominating com- mittee, Jerry Polakis. asked that the nominees stand when their names were called. The nominees were: President, Andy Costakis and Ed Komasarcik; vice president Pete Kovalenko and Anne Feryo; secretary, Gasparine Pampalone and Olga Belkow; treasurer, Sylvia Co- gclia and Chris Angelidis; social chair- man, Stella Demos and Sylvia Enoshell; publicity chairman, Jerry Polakis and Alice Romanow; Student Council, Nell Craig, Nick Stevoff, Joan Micco- lis, Phil Pietrzak, Tom Chakos, Mike Shrendrick, Artemis Kyros and Dorothy Julius. Andy asked for nominations from the floor. They were: President, Sam Bain; vice president, Ted Izak; secreta- ry, Richard Wallace; treasurer, Joe Ko- valak; social chairman, Hubert Robert- son : Student Council, Mike Berta. Mrs. Stewart talked to us about our class activities such as the Pow Wow, the Prom, and our selling of Christmas pen- cil boxes. Mrs. Stewart informed us that we could get the slips for our class rings from Mr. Chamberlain. Then some students were sent out to count the votes. Junior officers elected for 1944-45 are: President, Edward Komisarcik; vice president, Pete Kovalenko; secre- tary, Gasparine Pampalone; treasurer, Joe Kovalchik; publicity, Alice Ro- manow; Student Council, Nell Craig, Nick Stevoff, Joan Miccolis, Dorothy Julius and Mike Berta. The Junior Class sponsors are: Mrs. Lenora Stewart, Miss Marguerite Gohdes, Mr. C. H. Chamberlain and Mr. Val Aurit. The Senior play idea was dismissed because, according to the school ruling, 20 per cent of the Senior Class does not? fill the requirement. The food sale idea also was dismissed because of a school ruling that allows no food to be sold at school. Sponsors of the Senior Class are Mrs. Jones, Miss Southwick, Mr. Fisher and Mrs. Welsh. Page SOPHOMORES At a recent meeting, the Sophomore Class members were presented with a slate consisting of: President, Catherine Taseff and William Poulos; vice presi- dent, Mary Kopcik and Jeanette Marck- ese; secretary, Mary Jane Kozma and Victoria Swalla; treasurer, Ruben Her- nandez and Richard Smolnicky; social chairman, Lillian Pipas, Mary Jane Hric and Joan Ward; Student Council, Helen Ply, Ann Pividori, Mary Zeher- alis, Martha Zamora, Ruth Gordon. Bill Mamclson, Paul Domonkos and Manuel Mendez. After the ballots were carefully count- ed the winners were: Catherine Taseff, president; Jeanette Marckese, vice pres- ident; Mary Jane Kozma, social chair- man; Helen .Ply, Bill Mamelson, Ruth Gordon, Martha Zamora and Manuel Mendez for Student Council. The Sophomore Class is under the sponsorship of Miss Georgia Bopp, Miss Eleanor Deal, Mr. Harvey Knesek and Miss Eloise Brooner. FRESHMAN MEETING For president, we had George Demos, George Daicoff and Joe Pollack running, and the new Freshman presi- dent ior 1944-45 is George Daicoff! We had quite a tussle over the candidates for vice president, but we fi- nally came up with Frank Miccolis. Frank’s competition was Willie Thom- as, Martin Reyes and Saverio Amatulli. Betty Jane Romak and Irene Piet- razk were the candidates that ran against Jean Vavra, the new secretary. The treasurer, lucky girl, is Mildred Cugal, and I'm telling you she and Eloise Keleman, who opposed her, were just trembling with excitement, ’cause, after all, that is a pretty important job. Whew! Then we had the real strug- glethc office of social chairman. Bessie Georgeson and Rose Kobernick were picked out of the six who ran. The other candidates were Josie Cammarata, Marie Alvarez, Sarah Elmas and Joe Varella. The Freshmen then proceeded to elect their Board of Control members. The candidates were: John Sanches, Isadore De Orta, Christ Gastrevich, Dorothy Kish, Pete Bellesis, Dorothy Goudeau, Madeline Feryo and Wendell Chismudy. The top five were selected, and the Freshman representatives for the Board of Control are: John Sanchez, Isadore De Orta, Dorothy Kish, Pete Bellesis and Dorothy Goudeau. Ptxge 6 STEEL DUST JOURNAL October 13, 1944 JOKES Colonel Stoopnagle’s Daffynitions Brief steak: What you get at the butch- er’s these days. Brigadear: A female officer of the mili- tary. Cashualty: Dead broke. Idollartry: Excessive attachment to dough. Bargument: Discussion with one foot on the brass rail. Scoff spring: A child who doesn't think that his parents are so hot. Madsltipman: A sailor who doesn't get shore leave. Czargeant: A three-striped despot of the Army. Sprinster: Cltastc but chased. Correspurndent: She won’t answer your letters. 1 owe a great deal to that lady. “Your mother?” No, my landlady.” “My brother takes up French, Span- ish, Scotch, English, Swedish, Hebrew, and Italian. My word! Where does he study? “Study? He don’t study. He runs an elevator.” “What’s the matter?” “Why, I sold an article on ‘Fresh Milk’ and the editor condensed it. One teacher was so boring in her classes that two empty seats got up and walked out. A closet is a place where a girl keeps most of her clothes when she is dressed up. PO: “Chief, there is an applicant here who said he used to make his liv ing by sticking his right arm into a lion’s mouth.” OPO: “Interesting. What's his name ?” PO: “Lefty.” Use Lumbo Soap. Doesn’t lather, doesn't bubble, doesn’t clean. Its just company in the tub. Josephine’s JMom: “Josephine, ain’t that soldier never goin’ home?” Josephine: “He says he’s in the com- mandos. Mom, and he’s gotta wait ’till dawn.” £OYS” Boys are what girls marry! Boys have two hands, two feet, and sometimes two girls, but never more than one dollar or one idea. Like paper books, they are all made of the same material; the only difference is some are better disguised than others. Generally speaking, they may be di- vided into three classes: husbands, bach- elors, and widowers. A bachelor is a negligible mass of obstinacy entirely sur- rounded by suspicion. Husbands are three types: prizes, surprises, and conso- lation prizes. Making a husband out of a man is one of the highest forms of plastic sur- gerv known to civilization. It requires science, sculpture, common sense, faith. hope, and charity . . . mostly charity. If you flatter a man, you frighten him to death. If you don’t, you bore him to death. If you permit him to make love to you. he gets tired of you: and if you don’t, he gets tired of you, any way. If you wear gay colors, rouge and a startling hat, he hesitates to take you out, if you wear a little brown beret arid a tailor-made suit, he takes you out and stares all evening at a woman in gay colors, rouge and a startling hat! If you are the clinging vine type, he doubts whether you have a brain. If you are a modern, advanced, intelligent girl, he doubts whether you have a heart. If you are silly, he longs for a bright mate. If you are brilliant and intellec- tual. he longs for a play mate. A boy is just a worm in the dust. He comes along, wiggles around for a while, and finally some chicken gets him. (Do the boys have an answer to this one!) So. A girl is a maid, A maid is a servant. A servant is a serf, A serf is a vassal. A vessel is a yacht, Yachts are expensive things! What do you think girls.are? After a sailor had followed two girls for sev eral blocks, one of them turned to h:fi and ''aid: You stop following us. or else—” “Or else what?” asked the sailor. , “Or else get another sailor.” replied the girl. “There they arc, sir. now what? Priority on Sugar? (This romantic tale was formulated in the mind of one of the students as she peered into the candy case at our Froe- bel Drugs.) Baby Ruth and Big Yiuik walked the City Blocks in a Blizzard to buy a Milk Shake. His Tootsie Roll, a blond little ll'liiz. was really a Malteser. She was Smooth Sailing along and suddenly spied Jolly Jack. “Oh. Henry!” exclaimed Baby Rath, “here comes my Dream Man.” He knows eveyrthing from 1 to l.” Big Yank was getting furious— “That Snicker is nothing but a Butter Vinner—the old Fluff. I’ll teach the big Ham—taking away my Big Bonus. Come here and take your Honest Square. Big Yank gave Jolly Jack a Mi'ky Whip but Big Yank got a few bW- k Wbikers and was knocked into Mars. This almost put him on the Milky Way. Jolly Jack gave Big Yank his Ration Bar and took Baby Ruth by the arm and said, “Let’s take the Charleston Chew- Chew and go to the Log Cabin for an Honest Square meal.” Really, they had fun! You should have seen them do the Tango. Baby Ruth had a Denver Sandwich and a Seven-Up. “I am Affectionately Yours. Tootsie Roll.” exclaimed Baby Ruth. She Snicker-ed, “Don’t make a Mound- urn out of a mole hill—what would my husband, Clark, say to this? Angie Elmas: “If I marry you, Rudy, will you let me keep my job at the office? Rudy Alaback: “Will I let you? Dearest, I am depending on it!” Artemis: “Hev. looking for a man? Stella: “Yes. Artemis: “Do you want me to dig you up a few?” Stella: “No: I want a live one.” Nurse: “Deep breathing, you under- stand, destroys microbes.” A. Terek: “But nurse, how can I force them to breathe deeply?” ATTENTION!! ATTENTION!! WHAT’S THIS WE HEAR ABOUT A “BOW-WEEK” ' COMING TO FROEBEL??? October 13, 1944 STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page ? ELLEN EDUCES THAT . . . John Baranko has a Shaefer fountain pen which he values very highly, and often brags about. Mary Libassi has been wearing “pigtails” frequently to school. Janies McGee is “full of conceit” since he is on the front line of the foot- ball squad. Mrs. Jones and Miss Southwick were absent from school because of colds. Colds are catching people early this year. Beaux are very handy to have around (to wear in your hair). Mr. Knesek has been sacrificing hi 3:15 “free hour” to help Mrs. Welsh set up the printing press so The Steel Dust Journal can be produced. Olga Belkow wears a gold identifica- tion bracelet which she got for her birth- day. On the back it says “from Ida.” Angeline Rameriz dreams of “frog- skins” since she is temporary business manager of The Steel Dust Journal. A debate class has been organized in Froebel. The Froebel cheering section at foot- ball games is very small. Miss Beall has introduced a riew game, called speedball, to the girls’ gym classes. Dorothy Marasky and Dorothy Ki- fela wore skirts and sweaters just alike recently. Mary Zeheralis has blue eyes. Dimitrois may be “Greek” to you, but to Jim Thomas, it’s his name. Miss Gohdcs can’t get her second year typing class to follow’ directions. Ann Suglove is hall guard in front of the auditorium the seventh hour. When football tickets are being sold, it only takes two minutes to get a line of fifty people, but when it comes to subscriptions, it’s a different story. Mr. McAllister has some clock- watchers in his 12:15 economics class. They are the ones who have one o’clock lunch. Veronica Zimmerman wore a dress with seven buttons on it. Mr. Cusmano postponed the test in bookkeeping instead of giving it on Monday. Pop’s on ice. But, we can’t find Mom! Report cards are out this week. Viola Schmitt visited the journalism class, and also attended the F. B. C. meeting, and talked about the WAVES. She sang three lovely songs for the mem- bers of the F. B. C. Gloria Gonan: “They all laughed when I sat down at the piano—someone had removed the bench!” FROEBEL’S BAND What’s w’rong with the Froebel Band ? Why don’t they march to our football games like the bands from the other schools? Those are the questions that the students in Froebel School are asking. Hearing „those questions, we sent one of our reporters to interview Mr. Resur, the school’s maestro. After asking him several questions, he an- swered that there has been somewhat of a difficulty—a majority of the members did not have band at the concert hour. Therefore, last W’eek, Mrs. Fezko c! ar.ged as many programs as possible. Now the other big problem is to get a substitute, Mr. Teeter, to take Mr. Brilla’s place. A new formation is all planned, and the only thing for the band to do is to practice until they are perfect. New members on the band are: Rudy Alabach, Steve Badylak, Theo- dore Berbas, Mike Kowaliw’ich, Irene Slovenka, George Servin, Martin Reyis, Anthony Pampalone, Frank Miccoles, George Kozaitis and Augustine Leone. Others who have helped keep up the fame of Froebel from the preceding years are: Seymour Abrams, Saverio Amatuli, David Ballerino, James Blat- sion's. Irene Bollog, Bill Chalos, Louis Chukney. Betty Cidulka, Jimmy Cou- gias. Herbert Cox, George Daicoff, Ray- mond Dian, Edw'in Gajewski. Jimmy Kotevich, Rose Kotlaroff, Bill Mamel- son, Babe Massa, Francis Medved, Manual Nova, Gasperine Pampalone, Peter Petroff, Steve Pipas, Gus Poulos, .Albe t Roscoe, Dean Thomas, Cather- ine Vaselog, Joan Gadbury, Nick Ma- gurean, Charles Odar, Dan Pavlop. Phil Peterzak, Arsinia Sanchez, Joan Ward. Helen Markovich, Ivt Yates, Fanny Blasioris, Joe Casko, Gloria Kir- la, Chris Zeheralis, Bernard Ruza, Ru- ben Hernandez, Philip Kanales, Alex Marco, Mervin Trinosky, Jack Stevens and Albert Tich. • Be sure to save all your copies of STEEL DUST JOURNAL for binding at the end of the year. ELECTION OUTCOME After two weeks of hesitation the Alpha G. A. A. members elected the following girls to office: Betty Ci- dulka, social chairman; Fanny Blat- sioris, handball; Vicky Kyros, bowling, and Joan Miccolis, badminton and deck tennis. Handball now is in session. Here’s wishing the newly elected chairmen luck with their new ventures! CO ED BIG SUCCESS The lights were low and the music was slow when the Alpha G. A. A. Co- Ed started this season. Some of the stu- dents wanted Co-Ed to start the first week of school. Imagine! Gosh! We didn’t even have any records or lights, so we got B-U-S-Y. We were going simply crazy, shopping downtown, get- ting the gym ready and telling all the Alpha G. A. A.’s about coming to Co- F.d. Then came the night Co-Ed was to start. The committee got there at 6:30 and had the cloakroom and the gym ready. At 7 on the dot we started the Victrola. Students began to pour in, or should we say, the girls began to pour in. Finally, by 7130, some boys came, and by 8 we had 107 persons present. Many freshmen came (who said they were green?) and asked us to teach them to dance. Boy! Are they fast learners! Then came 9 o’clock, and it seemed as if Co-Ed had just begun. The lights were out and everyone left. Co-Ed is an Alpha G. A. A. project and w'as started several years ago. The main purpose of Co-Ed is to get the boys and girls to dancing together and keep them off the streets. It has been sug- gested to us that we have refreshments at Co-Ed. So w’e are going to try to have them for the next Co-Ed, which probably will be next Tuesday. We also intend to have mixers and Grand Marches at Co-Ed. We don’t know- how it will turn out, but we hope for the best. And we also hope that all Alpha G. A. A.’s will come to Co-Ed from now- on? . . . OK? STELLA DEMOS, Co-Ed Chairman. THE BETA G. A. A. The Beta G. A. A. now is in readi- ness for its social and athletic activities. Many ideas soon will materialize. The n'embers are eager to make this year a bang-up year for success. We wish to achieve much and with the full co-oper- ation of everyone our goal should be easily reached. Freshman girls arc urged to hurry and earn their required 100 points to be eligible for admittance into the Beta G. A. A. This fall there are various sports in w’hich one may participate, such as handball, paddle tennis, horseshoe and tennis. Surely some of these sports should- fit your individual likes. As yet there aren’t many Freshmen participat- ing in these sports. What is the matter, Freshmen? We want you in our organ- ization ; in fact, every girl in high eshool should be a member of the G. A. A. Come o.., T.whmen, and all you other girls who are ont in the Beta G. A. A. Pagr 8 Hello Khaki, hello Blue, Hello Marines, and Seabees, too. Just a line from us to say. Send some service news our way. —Angie and Ann. Alter completing her WAVE (root training at Hunter College. New York, and a four weeks' course in nursing at Bethseda, Maryland, Viola Schmitt, HA 2 C. came home for a seven-day leave. She has been in the singing platoon and has done quite a lot of solo work at Bethseda. While at Hunter College. Viola met four other alumni of Froebcl who were also receiving WAVE train- ing. They were Amelia Real, Mary Garcia, Mrs. Ed Barney, the former Helen Feczko, and Dalcne Gladdis. The next stop for Hospital Apprentice Schmitt will be Portsmouth, New Hampshire, where she expects to con- tinue with her singing and also gain nursing experience. Pfc. Nick Kostas is now in the Southwest Pacific with the 8ist Engi- neering Division. Corp. Tom Apostol has added a new star to his Southwest Pacific cam- paign ribbon. It is for his participation in the New Guinea campaign, where he has been stationed with the Air Trans- port Command. Tom has made trips to Port Moresby, Buna, Saidor and Fen- schafen by plane. Tom has been in the Army for two years and has received a good conduct medal. Jimmy Thomas has been accepted in the Army Air Corps Enlisted Reserve for air combat crew training. Jimmy was accepted by the Chicago Board of CAP. Weaing the Distinguished Flying Cross and the air medal with five oak leaf clustrs, Staff Sergeant Jack Matau. tail gunner on a B-24 Liberator, is home on furlough. Jack has seen action over the Plocsti oil fields, Bucharest, Buda- pest. Vienna, Sofia, Regensburg, over the French invasion coast, and over Ber- lin. He has been in the Army two years and has been on 50 missoins. He flew on three misisons on D-Day. After his furlough, Jack will be sent to a redistri- bution center at Miami, Florida. Pvt. Alfonso Navarro is stationed at Camp Stewart, Georgia, where he is faking his basic training. Alfonso is in the anti-aircraft division and has become interested in target practice. “Mongo” likes the Army a lot, but he has’only one complaint, every time he gets a pass it either rains or he is put on K. P. She isn’t a WAC. She isn’t a WAVE. But she is a WOW!! STEFL DUST JOURNAL SERVICE NEWS Tom Ristoif, S 2 C, writes from somewhere in the Admiralty Islands. Tommy is in the construction battalion, and he works long hours at hard physi- cal labor. When he is through building in the Admiralties, Tom expects to move on. Tom says that the islands are made up of heat and mud. Thanks for the pictures you sent, Tom, because we all enjoyed them. Albert Jocius, S i C, is in the Ha- seems most of the Seabees spend their seems most of the Seabbees spend their time constructing quonset huts. “They are houses made of tin and are shaped half round so that flying debris from bombs will glance off.” A1 has been enjoying his stay in the islands and says that Honolulu is a fairy land. Pfc. Manuel Santos of the Marine Air Group, somewhere in the Southwest Pacific, tells us some news we thought we’d pass on. Ernest Kish now is quali- fied as a paratrooper. Steve Bacevar was home on furlough recently, and is stationed in Newport, Arkansas. Man- uel has been out of the country for quite a while, but seems to be doing all right'for himself in the South Pacific. “1 like the shy, demure girls,” ob- served a sailor; “you know . . . the kind you have to whistle at twice!” Pfc. Manuel Saetas has been serving in France since June. His letters de- scribe the natives of France as being very happy. Manuel and some of his soldier friends had an interesting French meal which consisted of eggs, roast pork, wine, cider, and bread with jam. The following day. the French woman in- vited them back and they had roast chicken. The American soldiers repaid the hfamiiv by giving them American cigarettes, for which the French were very grateful. Gal: “Fresh! Who told you you could kiss me?” Cadet: “Oh, all my friends.” Pvt. Victor Popa is located at Fort George Meade, Maryland, a replace- ment center. Vic has traveled exten- sively, having been at camps in Iowa, Montana, California and Maryland. Vic recently met Walter Chelovich, who was last heard from at' Indiana Univer- sity. He tells us that his old pal, Harry Thanos, has left for the Pacific theater. From various sources we have learned that Bruno Cortina, Ed Ticzku- nas„ Tony Zaragosa and Eugene Rod- riques are in France. ■ October 13. 1944 Pfc. Edward Barney is serving with the Ordnance Depot Company now in Hawaii. Ed says, “Hawaii would be all right in peace time, but now it j doesn’t seem like much because there aren’t very mayn Americans, but as for J scenic beauty, it’s really wonderful; es- 1 pecially those Hawaiian nights, they j sure bring back memories.” Ed had his ' basic training at Camp Forrest, Tennes- i see, and was married there in May. Ed was sent overseas in June. Pvt. Senen Lopez now has a new address: 3rd Airdrome Squadron, APO , 321, c o Postmaster, San Francisco. Calif. Senen has served in New Guinea for 20 months. He says he’s run out of news to tell. Pvt. John Huerta of the paratroop ers is at Fort Bennign, Georgia. John hopes to qualify as a “jumper” but the training is long and rigid. Let’s hope that John doesn’t forget to pull the rip- cord ! George Sarich, SC 3 C, and Robert Dumay, S ic, recently completed an- othe rtrip, but did not have time for a visit to Gary. STORY OF THE MORON'S GHOST He is lonesome because he never goes around with any body. His favorite magazine is the Satur- day Evening Ghost. His favorite smoke is Old Ghouls. His favorite occupation is making rimless glasses with invisible lenses. His favorite reading material is be- tween the lines of the unwritten law. His favorite food is Ghost Toasties, evaporated milk and doughnut holes. His favorite cosmetic is vanishing cream. He is the little man who wasn’t there! WHY TEACHERS GET GRAY The following incident is only one of many which should show you why teach- ers get gray early and often. Mary Smith (name fictitious for ob- vious reasons) was absent from her Eng- lish classes for three days. On returning to school, Mary gave a note, supposedly written by her mother, to her teacher, Miss Southwick. The note was full of apologies for Mary’s absence, and stated that Mary had had a temperature of 130 degrees. But ! ! ! Mary slipped up. The nurse, Mrs. McCroskey, tells us that at a temperature of 106 degrees, one should be dead. Now do you see why teachers get gray? ??????? SERVICEMEN!!! NOTIFY US OF ANY CHANGE OF ADDRESS STEEL DUST JOURNAL VOL 1L Wo. 3_________ BAND APPEARS BEFORE WALLACE A great honor was accorded the Froebel School Band last week when they were invited to appear before Vice President Henry A. Wallace at the Hotel Gary. A twenty-minute program wasplayed while he was having dinner. Mayor Joseph E. Finerty introduced Mr. Wallace to the Band. He complimented the group very highly and praised their musical ability as well as their nice appearance. After this meeting the Band was re- warded with admission tickets to the State Theatre. CONVOCATION ASSEMBLY Dr. Carnahan, a mathematics in- structor at Purdue University, spoke on the relationship between mathematics and the things we come in contact with daily, to an assembly of Froebel students in the large auditorium on October 11. Some of his subjects were caternary curves and perembulum curves. The professor gave these illustrations: hang- ing drapes or curtains will form cater- nary curves, and a ball thrown into the air, forms a semi-circle which is called a perembulum curve. Even girls’ beads pertain to mathematics in their size and shape. Then he added that when a knot is tied in them, they lose the mathe- matics in them. “Mathematics now is playing an essential part in the carrying on of this war, and they will play an even greater part in the development of the future,” claimed Dr. Carnahan. In closing, Dr. Carnahan illustrated some mathematical magic in demonstra- tions which left hfis audiences enthralled with his cleverness. LANGUAGES The Spanish classes are the largest that Froebel ever has had. This is note- worthy, since it will tend to promote better South American understanding. The beginning French classes, too, have high aims, and will go about be- coming proficient, mostly through con- versing in French. The second year French class is small, but the students are unusually good scholars. FROEBEL SCHOOL ☆ GARY. IND. IN MEMORIAM • ROBERT BRITT Age 15 • Be nos afraid, ye waiting hearts that weep, for God still giveth His beloved sleep, and if endless sleep He wills—so best. CURTAIN-TIME ELECTS OFFICERS PLANS MADE FOR SCHOOL YEAR Although busily working on their first production of the year, The Won- der Hat, members of the Curtain Time Dramatic Club found time to elect their club officers, who will serve the club this year. Georgiann Pepoff is president, Ray- mond Dian is vice president, Alex Marco is secretary, Jerry Capusan is treasurer, Ann Pividori is publicity chairman, An- gelo Verde is social chairman, Jean Vavra is card chairman, whose job it is to see that a card is sent to any member of the club who is ill or has lost a mem- ber of his immediate family. The members, some new and some old, are blossoming into young Sarah Bernhardts and John Barrymores under the able direction of their sponsor, Mrs. Cohen. They are: Seymour Abrams, Ann Pividori, Mary Jane Hric, Lillian Pipas, Georgiann Pepoff, Jean Vavra, Ninette Hodko, Steve Pipas, Angelo Verde, Windell Chismudy, Jerry Capu- san, Mary Farkas, Joe Pollack, Ale' Marco, Eli Leka, Raymond Dian, Rob- ert Pepoff, Isadore Dorta, James Cou- gias, John Comsa, and Betty Bushwity. Also Iva Yates, Josephine Comma- rata, Eloise Keleman, Bessie Georgeadis, Rosemary Capusan, Irene Pietrzak, John Sanchez, John Krieter, and Mary Kaurich. The Curtain Time Dramatic Club worked in last year’s production of Best Fool Forward along with the Citamard Club. With that experience behind them, the club members will certainly aspire to greater things in the field of entertainment this year. OCTOBER 27. 1M4 BOW WEEK TO START MONDAY CLASS TO RAISE FUNDS Yes sir, something new has been added! We’ve had all kinds of weeks, such as Fire Prevention Week, Educa- tion Week, Orange Week, and on Octo- ber 30th the Journalism Class is intro- ducing BOW WEEK. Due to the shortage of capital and far too few subscribers, the Journalism Class wants to make it possible for all Froebel graduates of the past three years to receive Steel Dust Journal. Cute paper bows made of the class colors will be sold to everyone, including boys. On Monday, green bows will be sold to Freshmen. On Tuesday, yellow bows will be sold to Sophomores. On Wednesday, there wil be blue bows for the Juniors. On Thursday, red bows for the Sen- iors, and on Friday white bows will be sold to the grade school. Everyone should be sure to wear his or her class bow on Friday as a symbol of your contribution. The cost is only a nickel, and the nickel is for the beau and not for the bow. So ... be patriotic, and help your school friends in the Service. Let’s make our motto: “Buy a bow today, For the beau who’s away.” HALL GUARD MEETING The first official hall guard meeting of the year was called by the president, Roger Muzzeralli. Holders of other offices are: Vice President, Alice Ra- manow; secretary, Rose Pollizato; social chaiman, Bessie Kougoufas; publicity chairman, Richard Geresy; welfare chairman, Martha Zamora, and program chairman, Bessie Chipchase. The guest speaker of the meeting was Mr. Nuum, who spoke with emphasis on the fact that each and every hall guard should do his best to promote school order. He stated that the hall guard’s job was a difficult one and that everyone should co-operate. The speaker for the next meeting will be Mr. Butler. The spon- sor of the club is Miss Liggett. Paae Two BIRTHDAY greetings Here's wishing: you all that a birthday could hold— Of joys and good fortune and gladness untold And after a day full of sunshine and cheer— A life that igrows happier year after year. Student—Class— October Ralph Oz.elie, Sophomore ......... 17 Albert Bley, Senior .............. 18 Ann Pividori, Sophomore .......... 18 Harold Feneck, Sophomore ......... 19 Leonard Lavenda, Junior ......... 20 Rose Boyajian, Junior ........... 21 Mike Kowalewich, Sophomore ...... 21 William Cannon, Freshman ........ 23 Joe Hayduk, Junior .............. 23 Ralph Hernandez, Freshman ....... 24 Wendel Chismudy, Freshman ....... 24 Theresa Cervantes, Sophomore .... 26 Christ Lalevich, Sophomore ...... 26 Florence Sadler, Senior ...... 26 F.sther Dihiasi, Freshman ....... 27 Mike Berta, Junior .............. 28 Mike Chelovich, Sophomore ....... 28 Nick Damaskas, Freshman ......... 28 Rose Argostina, Junior .......... 29 Joan Gadbury. Senior ............ 29 Mary Droza, Senior............... 30 Dorothy Poturalski, Freshman..... 31 WHISPERING GHOSTS Have you heard about them? Have you seen them? Have you been bothered by them ? Do you know where to find them? Do you know what they are? Are you afraid of them ? Do you know if you are guilty of being a whispering ghost ? Whispering ghosts are a nuisance. They are all around the school and we don’t know how to get rid of them. You’ve probably seen them—maybe you sit near one, or maybe you talk to one. They’re easy to find, and they’ve proba- bly bothered you if you are the kind of person who likes to “get down to busi- ness” when it is time to study. The only reason you need be afraid of them is that they hinder you in the work you do. By now, no doubt, you have guessed who the ghosts are. If you haven’t, ask some teacher—especially Miss Gohdes or Mrs. Uncapher. Whispering ghosts are the people in classes who always in- sist on talking all the time—especially when they aren’t supposed to be talking. We will leave it up to you to answer the last question in the first paragraph of this article. STEEL I JOURNAL VERBIGTS BY VOE In' three days Hallowfen will be here again. Dorothy Balash likes sailor hats. Members of the journalism class at- tended a press conference at Horace M ann School. October 9th. Lucille Badanish is sufferingTecaiise she is getting a wisdom tooth. The wise thing this year is not to go trick or treating. Olga Kimoff has 16 pleats in her light blue skirt. Clocks tick — but sometimes too slowly. We only get our grades at the end of each seven-week period this year. The triangle AOB was congruent to triangle COD in the sixth problem in Mr. Swank’s geometry class. Several teachers were giving tests just before the end of the five-week pe riod. They thought we were to get re- port cards. That “half-pint” freshman, George Demos, can really “cut a rug.” There are great possibilities for the reopening of the tardy room in Froebel. Students were told the approximate amount of money they waste by being absent. On the day of class meetings, a group of junior girls were talking of dying their hair the color of their skirts. That would be something new! People in some of the classes around the girls’ gy'm do not enjoy the music of the victrola, which is sometimes used for dancing. We now are able to refresh ourselves with refreshments at Co-Ed. Ghosts aren’t. We still need subscribers to Steel Dust Journal. Miss Bopp recently got a new per- manent. Helen Stulac is sergeant of squad 3 in the eighth hour gym class. Miss Hile, who was the girls’ gym teacher last year, now is teaching in New York. She sends her regards to friends in Froebel. Olga Malin paid real money for that red sweater she wore. Marianne Reithel had her picture taken at Rogers’ Studio, and brought it to school to show her friends. The students of Miss Mailath’s chemistry class stayed after school to fin- ish some experiments which they didn’t get finished in class. If you are summoned to court, you can get an excused admit. October 27, 1944 J EMMiS VIMISJBISZ i r . ' ■ f The opening concert of the Gary Civic Symphony with its guest artist, 3 Jose Eschaniz. was remarkably fine. | l he audience was the largest ever seen -1 a previous concerts and eyeryo re feerret to be having a very .eivjgyaBle-evepurg.- Not a soun(L was heard while, the 3 opening-number, fieethoven’s Symphony No. 3 in E flat .(Erioca). was plated. J Enthusiastic applause by the audience 3 caused the return of the conductor, Ar- thur Zack, to his stand and he in turn- ! gave credit to the orchestra. Jose Eschaniz was so successful in bis performance of the Liszt Concerto No. 2 in A Major with the orchestra that he was called back time and time again for encores. Among several he granted were “Turkish March” by Beethoven, and “Polichinelle” by Villa- Lobos. Fhe concert closed with the Over- J tore Rienzi by Wagner and two encores b the orchesttra: “Guaracha,” by Mor- ton Gould, and the popular “Holiday for Strings,” by David Rose. Amelia Drakos, Olga Kimoff, Mary Libassi and Angeline Ramirez were some of the Froebelites who attended the concert besides yours truly. Adele Bohling Lee also was seen there. It was gratifying to know that Froebel was represented in the violin section of the orchestra by Seymour Abrams, Marga- ret Kirla and Carl Naum. Nice listening, wasn’t if? GEE GEE. YO COMPRENDO? NO! Did you ever try’ using the foreign language that you studied in school? I did. The other day some of us stu- dents were stopped in the halls by Mrs. Choate to help interpret what two of her students from Havana, Cuba, were so discontented about. Asking them- a few questions in broken Spanish proved to be unsuccessful for the crowd gath- ered and the children became more shy. Along came a little Mexican girl and saved the day. Maybe two years of Spanish wasn’t enough. Or was it? But, really, “No comprendo bastante” which . means, “I don’t know enough.” There was a general assembly for high school students October nth to hear a man from Purdue University talk on mathematics. Drapes tied back at the bottom make a catenary curve. There will be a two-day student holiday October 26 and 27 while the teachers attend the annual Northwest- ern Indiana Teachers Association at I Memorial Auditorium. I October 27, 1944 A CHEERFUL LITTLE EARFUL I he Gary Police Department will be interested in knowing that we have seen George Strimbu out with a certain girl from Emerson after to o’clock. Marie Kysilia is beaming with joy since her recent trip to Florida. She spent most of her time at an army camp. We wonder why ? Mary Klich’s heart throb is John Levenda. She’s really engaged to him. Nice name. Paul. It’s wonderful to a senior named Ann Marencik. Sylvia Enoshel gets at least one let- ter a day from a certain Jim she knows. Strange as it seems, Alice Matson has taken an interest in a boy named Alex! Who’s the lucky fellow that will win the love of Mary Lou M.? Is it Jimmy C. or Mike Berta? It’ll be a great day when Hank Droza and Betty Paska dislike each other. Sam Bain is making quite a big hit with some of the girls. Namely, Olga Malin and Agnes Bovnak. Julia Chismudy keeps sending soul- ful glances toward Joe Kolvey, and he seems to like it. What is there about the Paramount Theater in Hammond that entices Anne Feryo, Olga Belkow and Ida Mae Lucas enough to cause them to journev there SO often? It seems that Betty Romak thinks Paul Domonkos is really ha-andsome. You’re not the first one, Betty! Jean Vavra seems anxious to get to school these days. Who could be the reason ? Have you noticed the Navy bracelet Matilda Balluch has been wearing? It’s from her boy, J. O. Did Anne Ply visit Great Lakes re- cently to see the Navy Pier, or to peer at one certain part of the Navy? Much to the dismay of Artemis Kyros, Joe Kozma and Ann Kalinich have become a rathei steady twosome. Have you been in the halls lately? Then you know about this new couple, namely, Gasperine Pampalone and Al- bert Bley. Andy Panos has taken an interest in nurses. Is it because of a certain Cadet Nurse Mary? You can always tell a senior by his dignified air and manner. You can al- ways tell a junior by the way he carries o” the banner. You can always tell a reshman by his greenness and such. iou can always tell a sophomore, but you can t tell him much. STEEL DUST JOURNAL UIT MhRO chatter As the current term is «ell under «a , the Citamard Club has two plays in production and practically re:id for presentation. It’s been a long time since the club has seen action and all of the members now are tuning up their tonsils and limbering up their pantomime acts to put on he Valiant. by Halworthy Hall and Robert Middlemass. and The H ill o the Wisp, by Doris T. Halman. Proving to the rest of the school that the Citamard Club (by the way, try spelling it back«-ard) is another up and coming organization, the members elect- ed new officers at the very first meet- ing. They are: President, Edwin Ga- jewski; vice president, Mary Libassi; secretary, Olga Kimoff; treasurer, Lo- retta Piatak ; publicity chairman, Gloria Gonan, and social chairman, John Ba- ranko. Other members include Rose Argos- tina, Chris Angelidis, Steve Badvlak. Arnold Bernstein, Stella Demos, Paul Diamond, Raymond Grembowicz. Theo- dore Izak, Anne Kalinich, Leonard Le- yenda. Estelle Pepoff, Jerry Polaikis. Richard Smolnieky, Stella Wukich, and Pauline Zeheralis. Watch your calendar for coming productions. ENGLISH CAN BE INTERESTING T eacliers Page Three Although they anger us sometime And we think “they ain't worth a dime,” guess they’re pretty much all right— For they re really our guiding light. I het do more than we think. If it «eren t for them, we might sink. c might not get through school, Might not obey the golden rule. 1 hey give us homework, quite a bit, Bur why let that cause a fit ? It’s for your good, you know, And its just one thing that cannot go. V call. We get an occasional bawling out. But never'let that make you pout. You’ll get a lot of them in life— It s really a continual strife. So, all in all, teachers are nice to us ■And after this, let’s not fuss If they insist on this or that— 1 ry to do it: don’t be a cat. —By ME. Advanced students who are interest- ed in functional English grammar, punctuation, vocabulary development, and literature, welcomed the opening of a new night school class in English. It seems that English is not so difficult if the principles by which it is governed are mastered. The class meets twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 7 until 9. It consists of 12 mem- bers. The P'roebei students who are taking this advanced English course are: Rose Marjanian, Julia Pavlik, Amelia Drakos, Penny Alexiou, Gloria Gonan. Olga Kimoff, Mary Libassi, Verona Hughes, William Lee and Mildred Johnson. Much to the enjoyment of the stu- dents, Mr. McAllister employs famous quotations and proverbs to illustrate the important points of grammar. Punctua- tion, vocabulary, and literature are to be studied later on. It is hoped that the class will gradually increase in size and that a high degree of interets can be maintained. --------------------------- TO THE FROEBEL STUDENTS FROM THE FOOTBALL SQUAD WHERE IS the team’s support? Where is the Froebel “Spirit” we are supposed to have? Where is our sup- port . A es, where is our support ? A lot of the boys have been asking these ques- tions It makes the gang on the gridtron cel tunny when they hear the opposing cheering section yelling for all they’re worth, and never hearing our own. W hen we make a touchdown, make it your business to yell all vou can. Most of the students yell out of turn and at the «rong time. I'he team loses heart when the stands seldom yell. corn- on, gang! Let’s show the othe. ;hoois that Froebel really has a tear mn a swell cheering section to back t..em up! I he team will appreciate your sup- port and co-operation. A SENIOR'S MUSINGS 1 started to read with a “pouty” face. “May as well get it over with,” I thought. I stumbled through somewhat feebly until I came to the end of the first few pages. Hm-m, not so good. So I pursued wtih half-hearted interest. It’s required English work, you know. At the end of the first chapter I suddenly became aware of the fact that I was be- ginning to like it—well, at least faintlv. read, read, and read, slowly of course, until now I’m practically through. So it wasn t so bad, after all, I guess. I mean reading The Turmoil, by Booth Tark- ington, which is “on the beam,” so to BLUE DEVILS TAME TECHS TIGER’S, 121 FROEBEL LOSES CLASH CLARK KYLE SHIFTS LINEUP POSITIONS The Hammond Clark Pioneers, boasting superior weight, skill and pow- er, outplayed the Froebel Blue Devils by a score of 32 to 6. Coach John Kyle revised the start- ing lineup so as to feature more speed and less weight. The shift found James McGee returned to hsi original right end position; Joe Spanic shifted from backfield to left tackle and Albert Bley moving from center to right tackle, with George Ramusak taking over center. James Haywood, Dan Oprish and Nick Magurean kept their same line posi- tions. The backfield was made up of John Toma, fullback; George Franki- vich and Melvin Stroud, halfbacks, and Rudy Alaback, quarterback. During the first few minutes of the game, Melvin Stroud provided the Blue Devils with their only tally by receiv- ing the ball on the Froebel 8-yard line, and running a sensational 92 yards for a touchdown, and the Pioneers could not run fash enough to catch him. The Ham- mond Clark team then struck back hard, but twice were stopped by Frocbel’s de- fensive power. In their third try the Pioneers were successful in “hitting the pay dirt.” James McGee’s excellent punting enabled the Blue Devils to hold off a second Clark touchdown until the last minute of the second quarter. By a score of major setbacks, in the second half, the Pioneers were able to put across five touchdowns. The Blue Devils accounted for only one first down by rushing, a 15-yard thrust' by George Frankovich in the third quarter, and three first downs by passes com- pleted during the first few minutes of the game. Clark rolled up a total of 340 net yards gained by rushing as compared to Froebel’s rushing record of 25 yards. The Blue Devils just couldn’t match Hammond Clark's superior passing and driving power. FROEBEL FISH TO SWIM AGAIN After a lapse of a whole year, Froe- bel a grin will have a swimming team. Coach Bergstrom has been taking inven- tory of the Froebel swimmers. and at me ent his only voice of opinion is “not bad 1” However, we cannot have a well- organized team unless all the capable swimmers in school combine their efforts and put forth their skill in one solid group. T hat is why Coach Bergstrom is making an appeal for swimmers. If you desire to be on the (ahem!) state championship team, contact Coach at once and you will be given a fair chance. Don’t let the girls get you down. boys, swimming is just as popular a sport, if not better physically, than football and basketball. Among the returning veterans from two years back are Frank Bertucci, John Baranko, Dan Oprish and Toe Maloka. The new prospects that have con- tacted the Coach already are: Steve So- vich. Albert Rosco. Gus Cougis. Isidor Diota, John Rudovich, Frank Tennoria, Edmund Benedict, Alex Shendrik, Man- ual Nova, Cris Anastoff, George Pavel and Alfred Alvarez. This year’s Blue Devil swimming team has a very good schedule and should prove to give Froebel students thrills galore in the way of water sports. There will be dashes, distance races, diving, relays, and any number of other interesting spectacles. If the necessary power is produced, Froebel students can expect to see our swimming team torpedo their share of opponents. Come on, you swimmers . . . SWIM FOR FROEBEL! Corp: I’m not going to eat in the mess hall any more.” Sarge: Why not?” Corp.: You know that dog that’s been eating at the back door?” Sarge: Yeah.” Corp.: “Well, today he came over and ate at the P. X.” Sensational! Stupendous! Colossal! That’s the way to describe the play of Our Blue Devils at the Hammond Tech game, after they got infected with “Spir- ititis.” If ever a team deserved congrat- ulations, our team did that night. Our Blue Devils put on a game that any Froebel fan would relish, and we’re just about positive that they will keep it Tip in our later games. After playing a bang-up game against the highly regarded Tech Tigers, the Blue Devils were on the verge of cash- ing a touchdown. Taking advantage of the situation on Tech’s 7-yard line, which was due to a John Toma to James Haywood passing team, the Blue Devils attempted some more passes for a quick touchdown. But the tables turned and an interception was in order with a result that Techmen were able to score a touchdown following a 95-vard jaunt. This was enough to stun any team. But our team was no ordinary team that night. After a rousing half-time pep talk by Coach Kyle, our Blue Devils scored a touchdown similar to the Tigers’ and put us in a 6-6 tie. The Techmen were nonchalantly plowing downfield when our own Joe Hayduk was on hand to re- ceive a gift interception from the Tigers, after which he began to race toward pay dirt. While scampering goalward, Joe was faced with a host of enemy tacklers. Demonstrating that our Blue Devils do have a high quality of brain power un- der their thick helmets, Hayduk quickly swerved and lateraled to Frankovich, who was more than willing to receive the ball and scamper helter-skelter toward 6 points. An attempt at conver- sion was muffed. It remained 6-6 until the final five minutes of the game was left to be played. Again our Blue Devils showed that they had that old-time spirit by starting a game winning offensive. James McGee, whose punting was ad- mied by all of those present even tho« 13630680 STEEL . -J t‘ JOURNAL Page Five Ociobor 27, 1944 ❖G.A.A. FILES AND PROFILES FOOD AND FUN! At 10:30 on a bright Sunday in Oc- -tobei the Alpha G. A. A. council mem- bers and alumni met and headed toward Miller. The following alumni members were present: Florence Lozich, Rose Buldia, Dorothy Mitseff and Lula Cougias. Atter a joyful ride on the bus they arrived and started a game of baseball, the Seniors against the Juniors. Of course, the score was a tie. Roasting of hot dogs and marshmallows provided a great deal of fun and appeased the girls’ hunger for a while. Later in the day the girls split into groups and went hiking along the beach, where quite a few picked up sea shells and other odds and ends. After an hour of roaming they returned—famished—to find refreshments waiting. The party broke up and all left for home at 5130, each girl having had a grand day. Continued from Page 4 from Hammond, flipped a high floating pass to James Haywood, and it was Froebel’s ball, first and ten, on Tech’s 12-yard line. Imagine! Having gone this far, Froebel decided to go just a little farther and did, with Frankovich scoring, to make the count 12-6. Line play was the best seen this sea- son and won the commendation of the Gary Post-Tribune. Those who worked the exceptionally well played line at that eventful game were D. Oprish, L. Laj- cin. G. Ramuscak, N. Magurean, R. Miller, P. Kovalenko, C. Zehiralis and M. Berta. Those who played in the back field were M. Stroud, R. Alabach, J. Toma, G. Frankovich, G. Haynes, R. Britt, J. Hayduk and R. Smelko. Froebel fans wish to thank the Froe- bel Blue Devils for a game well played. They fought when the going was tough, and came through in the clutches. But. best of all, they came from behind and won a game which had nothing but Froebel written all over it. Just keep in mind, Blue Devils, that you could make yourselves very, very famous by winning your last' three games. Recall who your opponents will be, and you will readily understand. Let’s go, Blue Devils 1 Let’s show Gary that we are around, too! Let’s fight!!! ALPHA G. A. A. SCHEDULE OCTOBER— E cry Tuesday Night, Co-Ed Night Admission 6c, tax included. •Every Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 5 p. m., G. A. A. Ac- tivities. Thc following sports end October 26: Handball, tennis, horseshoes and paddle tennis. •Membership meeting of the G. A. A. to be held October 30. NOVEMBER— •November 1, new sports begin: Bas- ketball and table tennis. They are played from 4 to 5 p. m. •An initiation Tea will be held this month. •Latter part of November there will be a council meeting. DECEMBER— •There will be a membership meeting this month. •The biggest affair in December will be the Spread. HANDBALL SEASON OPENS Handball is one of the many sports of the G. A. A. that has become popular with the girls. It is an exciting and in- teresting game. One must be quick and alert to participate in a good game. Handball is played every Wednesday and Thursday after school. In order to receive 100 points, 20 games are re- quired. Because there is only one hand- ball available, the girls are playing three games a night so that other girls may get a chance to play. The requirements for handball arc not too severe, and most of the girls have responded splendidly. We hape that all the girls who have started will complete their games. The deadline is Thursday, October 24, 1944. FORMER GYM TEACHER WRITES Mrs. Barker, one of our clerks, re- ceived a nice letter from Miss Margaret Hile, our former Physical Ed. Teacher. Miss Hile sends her best regards to all her friends at Froebel. She now is teach- ing at the Fredonia State Teachers’ Col- lege in New York. The Froebel stu- dent's who knew her wish her the best of luck in her new teaching career. CO-ED CONTINUES ON TUESDAYS Well, we aie proud to say that Co- Ed is well on its way. Already we have hail four Co-Ed nights, starting on Sep- tember 19. I he lirst Co-Ed was only plain dancing, but we had a group of 107 students. At the second Co-Ed we played a dancing game and also had re- freshments. Hundred and seven students came this time also. By a strange coinci- dence, the same number was present the third time. The fourth Co-Ed was the best of all, so far. Just, think, we had 164 students there! We sold two cases of pop and had a special attraction. It was a Junk Band under the direction of Deno I hanos. The members were Helen Markovich, Babe Massa, Cather- ine Valesoff, Artie Kyros, George Demos, Malena Vulich, Angie Rogano- vich and Mary Jane Hric. Iskabible was played by Leonard Levenda. We wanted to show our appreciation to the football team, so as a specialty Angie Roganovich and Malena Vulich sang Football Packing Papas,” which they originated. Another important thing at Co-Ed is Host and Hostess. Every week differ- ent students are chosen to act as host and hostess. It is their job to see that the boy and girls dance together. A lot of credit should be given to them, for they give up their good time to see that the rest of the students have good fun. ATTEND SKATING PARTY A group of Alpha G. A. A. members attended a roller skating party recent- ly. The party was held at the Crystal Roller Rink in Hobart from 7 :oo to 12:00 p. m. It was given by the Junior Nurses of Mercy Hospital. The members were invited by Violet Roganovich, a former Froebel graduate, now a nurse at the hospital. 1 he girls had a lot of fun skating to music, and they met many new and old friends. I he G. A. A. is planning to give a skating party, but the time has not as yet been set. The girls who attended the party were Eenie Bollog, Anne Feryo, Madgie Feryo, Tillie Balluch, Sylvia Enoshell, Fanny Blatsioris, Angie Blatsioris, Mary Alvarado, Julie Pavlik and Ethel Kele- men. STEEL ..J� r JOURNAL Eksl R TES C1RL GLOOM CHASERS A Pun! Little George was showing his father his school examination paper. Knglish was the subject, One question was: ‘What is the difference between a stoic .'ml a c nic?” “Well. George.” said father, “I d n’t tlu’nk I could answer that myself. Did you?” “V es. father, of course. A stoic brings the bab1 . and the cvnic is what you wash it in!” Can You Tie Thai! Uncle John: “I’m sorry you don’t like your birthday gift. Remember, I asked you if you’d rather have a large check or a small one?” Pete: “Yes. but I didn’t know you were talking about neckties!” I saw something last night I just njldn’t get over. What? 'I he moon. Want to see something swell ? Sure, what? Put a sponge in water. FRESHMAN WONDERS A couple of 9 B’s would like to know the answers to the following puzzlers: Why is it that the halls on the third floor are called study halls? No one ever studies in them. Don’t the Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors have homework to do? They never seem to carry books home, and they certainly don’t work in Study Hall. The only answer we can think of is that they don’t have any solids. FASHION TALK Paw Paint................. Nail Polish Lobster Claws...................Dishpan Hands Crave Diggers.........Long fingernails Salvage Depot....................Girl’s handbag ............................. Comb Roberts ................. Bobby Socks A Richard............................ A dickey Alouse Hole Squeaks...........Huaraches Girls, are you interested in what the buys of our fair school think you should wea in order to be a solid sender? After making a sur ey, the consensus of opin- ion was almost one-sided. Some of those included in the survev were: Bob Nickovich, Stc e Pipas, George Frankovich. Steve Radvlak. rr- rv Prdaikis, Nick Stevoff and John Anastoff. 1 heir suggestions are really on the ball, so gather ’round, cl icks, and let down your hair, because they positively detest “pigtails. And another thing, do not clutter up your Ir'ir v ifh flow- ers or other ornaments if you don’t want to look like something that came out of a sideshow in a circus. Skirts, sweaters and bobby socks are definitely THE thing to wear in school and on week- day dates. Our fashion executives also graciously suggest that you stop looking like a walking dime store and get rid of those beads and bracelets that dangle from your lily white throats and grace- ful arms. Drapes are absolutely taboo. There is a time and place for them, and it is not in school. Polish your shoes but not your fingernails. As far as the boys are concerned, nails that have the ap- pearance of being dipped in a bucket of paint are not very becoming, and they also have hinted that some of our fair damsels used it to cover up the dirt. Shall we prove that it isn’t true, or are we going to let them get away with a remark like that? Spare the war paint!! Makeup is all right provided it is ap- plied with care. Remember, you are not getting ready to give a performance on the stage, and you’re not a clown. You can be just' as attractive, if not more so, wlren you use as little makeup as possi- ble. Well, what do you think? Our boys offered some mighty good advice. Why not take it and see how you make out. You may even surprise YOURSELF. As a consolation to you, girls, you will be given a chance at the boys in the very near future, so get your brains to workin’ and give out with your ideas. Good-bye now, we’ll be interviewing you. • Be «ure to save all your copies of STEEL DUST JOURNAL for binding at the end of the year. October 27, 1944 ?TbT C. GIRLS CT.FBPAfr OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS T'’e first in the 1944-45 series of 1'. B. ( . birthdav part es ■ as he'-' r' e econd Tuesday in October, in the Froe- hel Uafete-ia. Having a Halloween theme, weird decorations and sune-sti- tinus omens dominated the part' A creepy ghost ston was 'end '• x r ,,, Lucas, and a light airv poem recited by 1 ydia Honchar. Albina Spelic a very well received when '■'■ ■— - 1 d to Be You and “I’ll Walk Alone.” Punch, cake and candy vee eve! refreshments. The climax oc the pa-tv was the presenattion of yellow and blue links, the club’s symbol of 'riendshio. I he party drew to a close with a’I the girls holding hands and saving “t et us be loyal friends now and forever.” FIRST F. B. C. DANCE ATTRACTS LARGE CROWD Appointments of orange and white pennants with a huge white football suspended in the center of the girls’ gym were the highlights of the Froe'bel Booster Club’s first big dance, “The Huddle.” Students danced to the music of Harry James, I ommy Dorsey, Fred- die Slack, and other well known bands. An outstanding feature of the first schoo, dance was the auctioning of the football to the highest bidder. The highest bid was $5.35, which went to a group of football players. I hey will present the football to Coach Kyle as a keepsake, with autographs of all the members of the 1944 football team. As supplementary decorations, a booth with colorful pennants stood in one corner of the gym, where members of the Booster Club sold blue and red pennants to be worn on sweaters and skirts. The first fall dance was a great suc- cess, and we hope that the other affairs will measure up to it's standard. DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE LITTLE MORON WHO . . . Stood on the corner with a gun and scissors because he didn’t know whether to cut across the street or shoot up the alley? Shot himself just to get a bang out of life? Put fleas in the bus to give the pas- sengers a buggy ride? Said he could jump higher than the Empire State Building? (And it was so true—-on account of he knew that the Empire State Building couldn’t jump.) Wore a heavy coat to a baseball game on a hot day because he heard there would be thousands of fans there ? H cfffcBfsJt?. 1844 IDE INQUIRING REPORTER .Cl 1 i 14 1 • C. . . • ; ilt seems a pretty stiff problem these crucial war days to select a candidate for tii’e coming election. The following stu- dents .have of fered to cast their vote ajid' ive reasons for voting before the 'election is held. Your Inquiring Report- -wants ‘tdtjthank these students for the ’moral .courage they have exhibited in US their opinions. 1 George Daicoff. a freshman, says “I would vote for Franklin Delano Roose- velt because in the Past President Roose- velt has done much for the American people. He has brought us out of the de- pression of 1929. Under his administra- tion we advanced in modern develop- ments. He kept us out of the war as long as possible, and has brought us out in front when we did enter. He is up to date in all foreign and domestic issues.” Mary Zchirales, a sophomore, says: “During the war I would vote for Roosevelt because I don’t believe in changing a horse in the middle of the stream. But if the war was over, I would vote for Dewey because I think it’s about time WE SHOULD make a change.” Phil E. Pietrzak, a junior, says: “I would vote for Dewey because of the bungling of the OPA, WPB, WMC, etc., w'hich I think Roosevelt created to stall and hinder all business. In 1933 there were 12,000,000 unemployed. Aft- er spending $45,000,000,000, Roosevelt still had 10,000,000 unemployed. Dewey has brought the State of New York out of debt and perhaps can do the same for the nation.” Mary Libassi, a senior, says: “I would vote for Governor Dewey, and there is a long list of reasons why, but I shall give only the one that affects me most, the period of reconversion. One important issue of the campaign is the issue of providing employment in the post-war world. Placing large corpora- tion taxes on “the capitalists and indus- trialists has stiffened private enterprise and killed initiative to manufacture products fn a large quantity, thus reduc- ing the number of man hours and mak- ing the price of the product so high that the laboring man can’t buy the fruits of labor. The Dewey policy is to encour- age private enterprise, thus creating real jobs and not make-believe work. A stable way to establish an economic fu- ture is to vote for Dewey.” I’m fond of lawn tennis and swimmin’, I like turkey roasted with trimmin’— I adore little girls For their graces and curls, Because they grow up to be wimmin! ______ STEEL DUST JOURNAL A STUDENT SPEAKS As it always has been the desire of your school paper to make available to Frocbelites such inforfnation as is truly in line with the paper’s slogan, A Re- flection of the Age in Which We Live, we are putting into print an article pre- pared by one of our students on the subject Requirements for Success. “Your high school record—does it count?” Here is something worthy of your serious thought. Not a mere theory or preaching or something thought up by some teacher; but, a true record taken from the experiences of many of our leading business executives. Employers, of course, must have men and women who are competent and skilled at their work; however, of more importance than even these requisites, they demand the primary fundamental qualities for business success, tyamely, dependability, co-operativeness, indtis- triousness, honesty, and courtesy. Too few people in the business world today possess these necessary qualities. That is the chief reason why so many men and women cannot hold their jobs or ad- vance themselves to better poistions. High schools are partly to blame for this existing condition. In high school, training is placed on information, com- petence, knowledge and good woHc. There is a definite lack of' attention given to the building of the character and the personality of the student. In a recent issue of the Monthly Labor Re- view, the following statement appeared: “Approximately 90 per cent of the peo- ple who lost their positions were dis- charged because they were considered deficient in certain character traits. Each individual is responsible for his own moral and social development— each student must fix his own goal and build his own future—no .one else can do this for him. Let us aim seriously and resolutely toward a goal of excel- lence and prove that we can attain that excellence, even now in our present er ployment as Froebel High School stu- dents. We should read more widely and enlarge our range of interest. No ambitious youth should confine his read- ing to that which is required for aca- demic subject's. Let our horizon not be bounded by the limitations of our text, especially now when the world is chang- ing so rapidly and we must prepare our- selves for the post-war future. Speaking as a member of the Audi- toreum Dpartment of Froebel High School, may I impress the full value of the training which is offered every Froebelite to improve his personality, his —___________________________VdQe Savon SENIOR NOTES i he Seiiiof meeting WasUteW Octo- ber 13, in the Music Room. The presi- dent, Ed Yukl, opened the meeting In- putting to the class the question? What will our first social event be?” Sugges- tions such as a Christmas (larice and other dances were discussed. but:due to a difficulty for suitable dates, the dis- cussion was left up to the social com- mittee. 1 here was a very short discussion on dues. Everyone agreed to pay 25 cents a semester, and as yet dues are not due. Discussion of having monet left Over in the Senior treasury and what to do with it took place. There is still -the idea of getting a- rostrum and of cOfittti- uing a scholarship fund. The idea 'bf carrying flowers at the 1945 commence- ment was brought up. t rite first Senior meeting came tula close without any definite plans having been made and the Seniors expect !fo close these discussions at their next meeting. j . JUNIOR NOTES The Junior meeting held October 4. opened with a discussion of clubb dues. The agreement was and will be 25 cents per semester. Plans for a pencil sale also were made and a committee was appointed by the Secretary, Gasparine Pampalone. Orders for pencils will be taken soon. A Junior dance was discussed, but no definite plans were m , One thing Social Chairman Stella -mos is i e of is that the dance w be either a Thanksgiving or a Christmas one. The Juniors are certain that there will be no Junior play this year, since only 10 per cent of the Junior are en- rolled in the Auditorium. Future discussions and definite plans will be made at the next meeting. attitudes, his appreciation of better liter- ature, his ability to express original ideas, hish self-reliance, his courtesy and many more of the fundamental requis- ites for business success. Our Audito- rium Department also offers training on how to be leaders in the community, .proper parliamentary procedure, im- provement of voice an ddiction. Academic work is, without question, essential in the proper training of any student; but, do not overlook the train- ing offered by our Auditorium Depart- ment whihch, when combined with your resolve to achieve your goal and build your future, will assure your possessing the proper Requirement for Success. Page Eight STEEL Lilst JOURNAL October 27, 1944 Pvt1. Albert Chelich, former Froebel basketball star, has been through many French towns and cities, but regrets not seeing Paris. A1 has been in Holland and marvels at the windmills there. When he was in Belgium he was sur- prised to hear many of the natives speak English. He says the Belgian roads are very bumpy, but the homes are as mod- ern as those back in the States. Latest news from George “Babe Gerasimovich says he is doing his share of real hard work at the Naval Air Sta- tion Base, Jackosnville, Florida, where he has been stationed for 14 months. George knows a lot about amphibious planes, how to take care of them and what they can do. His work sometimes includes sea flights, in the line of duty. Still in New Caledonia, Steve Haj- vert, Ph. M. 2 c, is kept busy in the Naval Dispensary. He has been sta- tioned there for 15 months and hopes, on the completion of 18 months’ service, that a trip to the U. S. A. will be forth- coming. The little island has become almost as popular as Fifth and Broad- way, because it has been the meeting place for so many Gary boys. Steve re- cently spent some time with Mike Popa, s Fr el grad and a cousin of Victor Popa Pv.. Mary Amigdalos of the WAC and Pvt. Gus Amigdalos of the U. S. Army recently were home on furlough together. It is the first time we have seen a brother and sis.ter both wearing their country’s uniform, and as soon as we get their picture we’re going to pass it on to you. Mary has completed her basic training at Fort Des Moines, and soon will be stationed at Washington, D. C. Gus is returning to his former camp. Do we have any more brother and sister combinations? This column would like to know. Mess Sergeant: You’re not eating your fish. What’s wrong with it? Private: Long time no sea! Pvt. Gus Novak is stationed with the 4th Army Medical Corps at Camp Bowie, Texas. He’d like to know how our band is getting along. How about one of you letting him know ? Mary Garcia has finished her indoc- trination training at Hunter College and is a seamon second class. She is as- signed to Yeoman School at Cedar Falls, Iowa. She’s a G. I. Gal. Always saying, “G. I. want this, and G. I. want that! Hospital Apprentice i c May Gee IVong, or as many of you remember her, Amelia Real, came home on a “delay en SERVICE NEWS route” leave. May received her boot training at Hunter College and then was sent ot Bethseda, Maryland. She spoke of many things of interest to the girls who want to join the WAVES. Every- one who saw May while she was home will agree that she is, according to the Navy term, strictly 4-0. After Rose LeKar.S 3 c, finished her boot training in the Bronx she was transferred to Washington, D. C., to work in radio communications. After a seven-month stay in hustle-bustle Washington, Rose was transferred to the Naval Air Station on the Patuxent River in Maryland. Mike Feryo, Froebel graduate, has seen plenty of action on the high seas, while he was on submarine duty. While home on leave Mike told us of his many harrowing and exciting encounters with the enemy. My! It’s fun walking down Froebel corridors these days ... so many of last year’s class are spending a considerable part of their visits home at school. A. S. Albert Dian came home on leave recently after completing his boot training at Great Lakes. Although the boot training was pretty tough, Albert says he could take it because of his bas- ketball days. Coach will be happy to hear that past training in calisthenics and limbering of leg muscles helped him a great deal. Albert hopes that wherever he goes it will eventually lead him to the Japs. Louie Gugliuzzo, A S, after- com- pleting his boot training at Great Lakes, came home on a nine-day leave. Louie then was sent to Florida for amphibious training. At present we do not know where Louie is stationed, but we do know that wherever he may be, he is carrying on in true Navy fashion. Tony Pavelka, S i c, who has grad- uated from radio school at the Univer- sity of Wisconsin, is spending a few days at home. When he leaves Gary he will report to San Pedro, California, and await assignment to a ship. Sam Skaltsas, president of the class of ’43, has completed boot training at Great Lakes. He may report back there for further training, and we’ll give you his address soon. Two 1941 graduates who recently have enlisted in the WAVES are Ma- rion Magurean and Genevieve Charnack. We are proud of our graduates, boys and girls alike, for they all are serving their counttry in some way. NOBODY KNOWS WHAT IT IS? What do you think the Board of Education is? You probably think it is a group of men, wearing black horn- rimmed glasses and their noses stuck in thick books, making out plans for the education of pupils. But ... if you should come to the Band Room, where all sweet music is played, you will come across a new Board of Education. It is about two feet long, a half-inch thick, and has a few air holes in it. Its pur- pose is to educate “nin-com-poops,” “ninny hammers,” and smart alecs just by a twist of the wrist and a strong arm on the seats of their pants. If you are interested in getting acquainted with the Board of Education, just drop over to Room 227. PRESS CONFERENCE HELD AT HORACE MANN Headline-itis is not as rare a disease as some people think. Slips that pass in the type are responsible for many cases of journalism jitters and possibly for that haunted look that appears on the faces of so many youthful editors of school papers. It certainly is true that things are not what they seem when newspaper headlines suddenly are attacked by grem- lins with diabolical intent. Can vou imagine the consternation of the editor who was responsible for this boner: PUBLIC SCHOOL to close for the annual cleaning and vacation of teachers. A society editor once held her head and groaned when her headline read: “Smart society is made up of the Worldly, the Fleshy and the Devilish.” Reporters often are obliged to write tl'eir descriptions of accidentts hastily, and in their attempt to make them vivid, t'ey sometimes make them ridiculous; for eample, in a headline describing a collision between a train and a motor bus, the reporter was aghast when his sheet blazoned: “BIG TRAIN AND BUS WRECK. Passengers Hear Cries of the- Dead and Dying of the Bus.” Which all goes to prove . . . What? Just that the Journalism Class mem- bers attended a very interesting affair at Horace Mann School called the Gary Public Schools Press Conference. The evening was arranged by Miss Grecns- felder and her Annual Staff to provide all the students with an opportunity to discuss their school paper troubles. STEEL DUST JOURNAL A REFLECTION OE THE AGE IN WHICH H E LIFE VOLUME II. No. 4 FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL ★ GARY. INDIANA November AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK IS OBSERVED AT FROEBEL SCHOOL The National Education Association of the United States is sponsoring an American Education Week November 5 to ii. The general theme is “Educa- tion for New Tasks.” Daily topics are: Winning the War, Building Worldwide Brotherhood, Improving Schools for To- morrow, Developing an Enduring Peace, Preparing for the New Technology, Educating All the People and Bettering the Community. Froebel School has emphasized Edu- cation Week because we feel that we should take the school to the community and bring the peopel to the schools. American Education Week is the op- po: tunity of the year to tell the people about the schools, to increase public thinking about our educational problems, and thus to help prepare the people to act upon them wisely at the proper time. The people should KNOW what the schools are doing. The mighty potential power of edu- cation in the life of the individual, the community, the nation, and the world, needs to be dramatized. Other nations are recognizing the power of education and acting upon it. What is America’s answer ? There is no other occasion in the en- tire year which offers so great an oppor- tunity for a concetred nationwide pre- sentation of the needs and achievements of the schools. The people must decide the FU- TURE of American education. BAND OFFICERS ELECTED At a recent meeting of the band, with Edwin Gajweski acting as chair- man, the band officers were elected. Officers elected are: President, Ed- win Gajweski; vice president, Danny Pavloff; secretary, Betty Cidulka; treas- urer, Bill Chalos; librarian, Herbert Cox; property man, Albert Roscoe, and efficiency manager, Babe Massa. Mr. Teeter, a former teacher, has returned. He will remain here perma- nently to aid Mr. Resur, who is in need of an asisstant. BOND RALLY COMING UP On or about November 30, the Alpha G. A. A. is bringing back the idea of a Bond Rally to the Froebel Auditorium. Confidentially, it’s a talent show with these acts as highlights: Georgiann Pepoff, Arnold Bernstein and Garrett Cope. Remember the bond rally a few years back? Well, this is on the same line,, except something new has been added! Booths will be placed all around the building, but the main booth will be in the auditorium. When you buy your bonds and stamps, remember to give your credit to one of the four high-school classes, be- cause there will be a contest to see which class can sell the largest amount of bonds and stamps. The winning class will hold a meeting that evening (after school) and elect students who will be the principal, clerks and teachers. Only A or B students and those who have the subject that hour will be al- lowed to be teacher. Sounds like fun, doesn’t it? Wouldn’t you like to have your class to have that privilege? You can help attain the goal by asking your friends in and out of school to purchase bonds and stamps and get the credit for your class. The Rally is coming soon, so begin saving your pennies, right now. Help your class to get control of the school for a day. Let’s see how patriotic Froe- bel is. LATIN CLUB'S FIRST DANCE We hope that the first dance the Latin Club gives this year the Ecnamor Echad, will be a success. It is Novem- ber 10, 1944. A good band plus refresh- ments add up to a swell time. Come and dance to the songs of Herby Cox and his band, some sweet and low, and some jumpinn’ and jivin’. All the girls are wondering what to wear. Well, it’s up to you. Anything but drapes or slacks. Tickets went on sale October 25, and are being sold by all members of the Latin Club. No tickets will be sold at the door, so don’t hesitate! Get your tickets now! They are 50 cents, tax in- cluded. The gym will be decorated by the social chairman, and a selected com- mittee from the First Year Latin Classes. , 10 FBG HOLDS ANNUAL BIG SISTER PARTY LITTLE SISTERS RECEIVE LOLLIPOPS “Where could my little sister be?” “I told her to meet me here.” That was thc main topic of conversation at the an- imal Big Sister Party, October 24. u hich was held in the girls’ gym. Entering the gym, every big sister t ok her little sister and introduced her to Miss Liggett, who greeted them both warmly. Mary Klich gave a short welcoming talk to the Freshmen, followed by Miss Liggett, who also welcomed the girls and invited each girl to visit her when- ever she could. Miss Monahan and Miss Williams came as guests. The program was conducted by Gloria Gonan, Mistress of Ceremonies, who planned all the entertainment. The program began with the singing of the Star-Spangied Banner and the club song. Arnold Bernstein was well received w hen he sang for the group. The pro- gram concluded with Gloria singing. The grand march, which was led by Miss Liggett and our vice president, served as an opportunity to present fa- vors to the guests. The favors were at- tractively decorated lollypops with the F. B. C. girls receiving ones done up with yellow bows and the little sisters blue bows (club colors). After the favors were distributed, toe girls joined hands and made two circles, the F. B. C. girls -in the inner circle and the littl • sisters in the outer circle. Music was then played and the circles went in opposite directions. When the music stopped each freshman found herself confronted by an upper classman. Then, after each gill had sufficient time to introduce herself, the music was re- sumed. The purpose of this game was to get the little sisters acquainted with the upper classmen. Thus, in turn, every one got to know eaih other. The party- ended with all the girls saying, “Let us be loyal friends, r.ow and forevr.” As a special treat, a few of the little sisters accompanied their big sisters to the drug store and ingered over cokes. 1 he Freshmen w 10 were honored at the Big Sister Party were: Eleanor Al- varado, Elizabeth B- neze, Annie Anas- (Cotiti-ued or, Page Three) Page Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Norember 10 STEEL DUST JOURNAL Subscription Trice ..$1.06 u e� r It. A. M ZI M F. S. ALBRIGHT Kdttor Sports. Copy ............. Circulation Business Manager Service News Class Sponsor Printing Sponsor Printers ....... Principal Assistant Principal STAFF ........... Gertrude Danch John Baranko Nick Stovoff Ann F'-ryo Catherine Vascloff ........... Kleanor Berzich ... Ann Marencik Finn • BIh'souvIh Angeline Rainlrez ......... n Thoms� Anglene Kim s Kathryn Welsh Harvey Knes-k Phil Pietrzal Arnold Bcrasteln John Baranko 1 VOICE OF THE STUBENT Do you read the paper? Do you know what reply a person gets to this question, “What do you like in Steel Dust Journal?” The reply is, “Gossip an’ jokes.” That is fine. Of course, you want gossip and jokes, hut a newspaper, school or any other kind, cannot consist only of jokes and gossip. There has to be some sort of body to it. Are you the kind of person who starts reading an article and because you don’t see your or your friend’s name in the article, stop reading? You must realize that every student’s name cannot be in every issue. Regardless of whether or not an arti- cle concerns you individually, read it anyway. The first paragraph may be boring, but after you really “get into the article,” you may be able to derive some benefit from it. You may be informed on subjects about which you know very little. Whether you are in a certain school club or not, read the news anyway. You may get some hints that could help you. Maybe you’ll be told about some social affair and you can help the club spread the word around. Read more of the paper!!! Try to interest yourself in more than “gossip and jokes.” FIRST FROSH DANCE HELD The first Freshman party of the sea- son drew a big crowd. The dance was quite a success, and you should have seen some of those jitterbugs cut the rug. For refreshments, we had ice cream in Dixie cups. Everybody really was proud of the social committee, which consisted of Bessie Georgeadis, Rose Kobernick, Sa- rah Elmas, Eli Leka, Mary Souronis, and Marie Alvarez. Our class sponsors enjoyed the dance, too. Birthday Greetings May this new year you're starting Lead right to the peak Of joy and success In whatever you seek. Student—Class November Robert C hairez. Freshman ....... I Roger Muzzareili, Senior ........ I Arsenio Sanchez, Junior ......... I Sam Bain, Senior ................. 2 Louis Lucas, Sophomore ........... 3 Lillian Pipas, Sophomore ......... 3 Steve Pipas, Sophomore ........... 3 Dorthy Sage, Sophomore ........... 3 Michael Vass, Freshman ........... 3 Dan Oprish, Junior ............... 4 Milan Pavicich, Sophomore......... 4 Nick Poligraph, Sophomore ........ 4 Gilbert Vujakovich, Sophomore.... 5 Rose Agudo, Freshman ............. 6 Ida Mae Lucas, Junior ............ 6 Richard Wallace, Junior .......... 6 Mary Zeheralis, Sophomore ........ 6 Gertrude Danch, Senior............ 7 Billy Adams, Junior............. 8 John Kovats, Freshman ............ 8 Ray Karczmarczyk, Junior ......... 9 Stella Klimis, Freshman ......... 10 Dorothy Stanik, Freshman ........ 10 John Peloza, Freshman ........... 11 Martin Reyes, Junior............. 11 Lillian Smith, Sophomore ........ 11 Ernestine Carlton, Freshman ..... 13 Andy Sandala, Junior ............ 13 William Thomas, Freshman ........ 13 Joe Krasnansky, Junior .......... 14 AS YOU LIKE IT Recently, Miss Southwick’s 1:15 English Class held a panel discussion on the qualities that the boys desired in the girls, and vice versa. Heading the list is personality. If by chance, you hap- pen to be interested, personality means mask, and is derived from the Greeks. When all had been said and done, the following rated tops: GIRLS 1. Pleasing personality. 2. Neatness (in clothes and makeup). 3. A good listener. 4. Ability to dance. 5. Enjoys sports. BOYS 1. Pleasing personality. 2. Interest and participation in sports. 3. Fairly good dancer. 4. Ambition to better himself. 5. Sensible spender. Fifth grades gobble up sheetage, While the sixth sees it come in reams. Seventh grades know what a test is, The eighth sees them often in dreams. TOP TUNES ON STATION FHS A song can mean a lot to a person. Hearing a familiar melody will some- times bring back bittersweet memories of happy times that once were enjoyed or, perhaps, remind you of someone very dear. Who knows what music means to each individual? I can only ask what your favorite is . . . and why? Here are some high scorers on Froe- bel’s hit parade. Are you listening? Geraldine Jadrnak — Stardust — “’Cause it will never dim out.” Leonard Levenda—De ilah—“It re- minds me of a certain girl I know.” (Does it, Lennie?) Rose Lulich—You'll Never Know— “No special reason.” (Now you’ve got us curious, Rose.) Marge Kelcak — Are Maria — “I don’t have to say why I like it.” Anne Ply—I'll IValk Alone—“Be- cause I haven’t anyone else to walk with!” (That’s what you say!) Dora Mackin—Begin the Beguine— “I don’t know. I just like it.” (And who doesn’t?) Arnold Bernstein—Dvorak’s Fifth Symphony—“That’s only one of my fa- vorites.” Diane Mihelic—Summertime—“I’m cold in the winter!” (Brrrrrr, Diane.- Herbert Cox—Beat Back Boogie— “It’s solid!” (We all agree with you, Herbie.) Jerry Capusen—Piano Concerto in A Major (Tschaikowski) — “It ex- presses itself.” Roger Muzzareili—The Trolley Song—“It takes me where T want to go.” (Where DO you want to go, Roger ? ) Loretta Piatak—Blue Rain—“Brings j back pleasant memories of my trip to j Iowa University.” (What happened j then ?) This survey wouldn’t be complete without questioning at least one mem- i her of the faculty, so here is Mr. Me- f Allister’s favorite: Ah, Sweet Mystery 1 of Life {Herbert). That’s all for now, but I’ll be back j with more of the same soon. In the j meantime remember to always B sharp | and never B flat! GEE GEE. ! SYMPATHY The Junior Class extends its deep- est sympathy to “Angie” Roganovich in I the loss of her father. November 10 GROOVE OR RUT? Maybe there has been too much talk. There has been too much emphasis put on the importance of being a smooth gal or a smart Joe in high school. The high school student is talked about as if a new race had sprung up, with new language, clothes, and customs. High school fellows are depicted en masse as jitterbugging Donald O’Connors with bow ties and plaid sport coats. If you’re a typical slick chick, you wear your hair long with a little curl on the end, hip-length sweater, knee- length skirts. Y ou spend at least one hour after school having cokes in a fa- vorite drug store with the rest of the gang, talking about the shrewd dudes in the he-man department. You don’t find much time for home work, but spend all week looking forward to Friday night jam sessions or to a date with your O. A. O. (one and only). It used to be that the four years of high school were just an educational . phase betwen grade school and college; now, according to the story going around, a guy or a girl goes into an- other world and doesn’t come back until four years later! 'That’s the pattern. Maybe you fit into it, maybe you don’t. Whether they’re thinking of you or io other guys, that’s the picture that’s been con- jured up today of the typical high school student. The most important aim of every student should be to emerge from high school as an independent, self-thinking individual. But don’t let anyone talk you into believing that swing music, jive talk, and dates are the only three things high school students have on their minds. Your life is your own. and you don’t have to follow a pattern just be- cause everybody’s doing it. You’re strictly new material—even a good guy or gal can get stuck in a rut when he thinks he’s right in the groove. P. S.—We wish to inform the read- ers that this article is not original, but was taken from a newspaper clipping. Does it give YOU anything to think about? Vexed parent (to one of our sen- iors) : “You know, my son, a rolling stone gathers no moss.” John Baranko (who has studied English): “I comprehend, but y ou must understand that if the velocity is suffi- ciently increased the stone must necessa- rily acquire a polish whose value is rela- tively the same.” THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL CITAMARD VIEWS BALLET A hush settled over the audience as 8 :jo p. m. drew near. Everyone seated in the Memorial Auditorium tried to conceal suppressed excitement, but failed in the attempt. “In a minute the curtain will rise,” said someone. But it didn’t. At exactly 9:10 p. m. the Ballet Russe began its Gary performance and man- aged to be quite a success, even though set back in the audience’s estimation by its tardy entrance. Familiar faces belonging to the Cita- mard Club were seen here and there in the first few rows of the balcony. One row was as follows: Mr. and Mrs. Co- hen, Gloria Gonan, Arnold Bernstein, Leonard Levenda, Richard Smolnicky, Estelle Pepoff, Stella Demos, Ann Ka- linich, Loretta Pittak, Stella Wukich, and Pauline Zeheralis. During the in- termission, Mr. and Mrs. Cohen were visited by some past Citamard members. Among them were the Ncgovan twins, Irene Fesko and Prissy Pepoff. It can be said that a wonderful time was had bv all. LYRIC SHOP Something new has been added! If someone comes up to you and asks you what your favorite song is, don’t say, “1 don’t know.” Everybody has a favorite, and we’d like'to know what Froebel’s favorites are from time to time ... so make yourself helpful. It seemed as if there was a tie be- tween “I’ll Walk Alone” and “To- gether.” Guess who won? “TOGETHER” We strolled the lanes together, Laughed in the rain together, Sang love’s refrain together . . . And we’d both pretend, It would never end. One day we cried together, Cast love aside together. You’re gone from me, But in my reverie, We always will be . . . together! ARE YOU GOING TO THE LATIN DANCE ? Admission By Ticket Only Page Thre F.B.C. NEWS (Continued from Page One) toff, Betty Bushwty, Josephine Camma- rata, Rosemary Capusan, Esther Di- Biasi, Phyllis borney, Bessie Georgc- adis, Geraldine Jadrnak, Eloise Kele- man, Dorothy Kish, Gertrude Lacli, De- lores Leka, Mary Nenios, Rosemary Rosdil, Stella Chuckney, Sarah Elmas, Rose Kobernich, Mary Ann Kraviez, Angel ine Ljberopoulos, Anne Malocha, Irene Pietrzak, Arlene Reithel, Rebecca Rodriquez, Margaret Santelik, Olga Skrivan, Mary Souronis, Dorothy Stan- ik, Margaret Sulich, Carmen Varella, Jean Vavra, Sally Wojick, Iva Yates Stella Malocha, Rose Agudo, Iarie Alvarez., Mary Anastoff, Angeline Blat- sioris. Catherine Boyajian, Mary Lou Boyajian, Mildred Cugal, Madeline Feryo, Jane Gallagher, Stella Klimis, Constance Mantzouronis, Mena Pappas. Georgann Pepoff, Helen Radivan, Christine Reyes, Betty Jane Romak. Helen Shimko, Victoria Spasoff, Doro- thy Wzesinki, Mildred Yelkovic, Anna Puscak, Angeline Poulos. MEN IF you smile at him, he thinks you are flirting. Ib you don’t, he thinks you’re mad. IF you let him kiss you, he wishes you were more reserved. Ib you don’t, he seeks consolation else- where. IF you flatter him, he thinks vou’re silly. IF you don’t, he thinks you don’t ap- preciate him. Ib you talk of love, lie jumps at con- clusions and thinks you’re propos- ing marriage. Ib you smoke, he doesn’t want you to. Ib ou don t he’ll get someone who does. IF you go out with someone else, he thinks you are fickle. Ib you don’t, he things no one else wants vou. MEN!!! . . . GOD BLESS THEM! HONOR SOCIETY ELECTIONS At a recent meeting of the Honor Society, the following students were elected as members: Irene Bollog. Ed- win Gajewski, Verona Hughes, Edward Komisarchik, Mike Shendrick, Jim Thomas and Fern Timan. The present, past and (we hope) fu- ture sponsor of the Froebel Chapter of the National Honor Society is Miss El- sie Cooper, Froebel Senior Librarian. . Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL NoTOtabor 10 LAST RITES HELD FOR ROBERT BRITT Funeral services were held October 2S for Robert Britt, I S-year-old Fresh- man football player who died Friday, October 21, as a result of an injury re- ceived in a pre-pame warmup session between Roosevelt and Froebel at Glea- son Field. Robert was injured when he acci- denally collided with a Roosevelt pla'er while leaping for a ball just passed to him. He continued playing, but a few minutes later complained to coach of not feeling well, and was taken home imme- diately. He was removed to the hospital when his condition became steadily worse. Diagnosis and X-rays failed to reveal the source of the injury, and an emergency operation failed to prevent his death. At the last rites, which were held in the Galilee Baptist Church, the Rev. D. G. Lewis officiated. The Aeolian Cho- rus of Froebel school sang for the serv- ices. Burial took place in the Oak Hill Cemetery. Delegations of students attended from school to pay last tribute to Rob- ert, whom everyone admired. The Freshmen, especially, have felt this great loss of a fellow classman. They ex- pressed their sympathy by sending a beautiful basket of flowers. The Fresh- man delegation that attended the funeral were George Daicoff, Frank Miccolis, John Sanchez, Isadore DeOrta, George Demos, Richard Comer, Dorothy Jack- son, Eddie Brown, Alex Thomas, Pres- ton Gordon, Clyde Cooper and James Ellis. The pallbearers were Thomas Moore, Alex Thomas, James Hender- son, Rufus Lackey, Donald Roby, and Garland Haynes. The football team will strive to do their best in future games in memory of their deceased friend. They have felt this loss keenly, for Robert was a good fellow in sports and sportsmanship. Al- though only a Freshman, Robert was such a good player that' he had made varsity. WHAT DO OUR FOOTBALL HEROES FEAR THE MOST? Joe Krasnanskv—Air Hammers. Rudy Alabach—Night Life. Steve Bndylak—Girls. John Toma-—-Dancing. Danny Oprish—Kelly. James Haywood—Myrtle. James McGee—Algebra. Albert Bley� —Pampalone. Henry Droza—Rhumbas. Chris Zeheralis—Olga from Tolleston. Nick Magurean—Dates. Robert Miller—Pecos at Two Flags. George Ramusak—Miss Gohdes. Albert Roscoe—Luckies. Ronald Jones—Fearless. Joe Havduk—Mrs. Jones. Louis Zeheralis—Kyle. Melvin Stroud—Mary Ann. Frank Kmetz—Himself. Louie Lajcin—Knesek. Andrew Costakis—Vodka. Mike Berta—Krasnansky. Pete Kovalenko—Working on the Rail- road. Andy Terek—Ineligibility. Richard Smelko—To Get Fatter. Peter Stefanak—Women. Garland Haynes—Pork and Tony. STOP—LOOK—LISTEN! This is the fourth issue out and your reporters are waiting to hear from you. Come on, Grade School, let’s have some of your news. Write your news plainly on a piece of paper and drop it in locker 645 or 507. Robetr was a faithful little Christian boy, and a faithful member of the Junior Church of Galilee. We do not feel sorry for Robert, for he has peace and contentment for ever after, but we do feel sorry for his survivors, and we want to express our deepest sympathy to them. Robert Britt’s name will be long re- membered at Froebel, for he was the kind of boy the students will not forget. Fumbles, Fumbles Fumbles! The Blue Devils of Froebel fumbled the game away to the Roosevelt Pan- thers by a score of 7 to o. The Blue Devils were unable to hold on to the ball long enough to make a sustained touchdown drive. In the first half of the game, Froebel had possession of the ball on their own 50 yard line, when a Blue Devil fumbled the ball. As it bounced to the side line, it hit a lines- man and bounced back into the he’d and was covered by a Panther. Froebel had an opportunity to accomplish somethin'� offensively when it covered a Panthe� fumble on the Roosevelt 33. At that point a center pass too high intervened for a loss, which forced Froebel to punt. The boys who played in the game were Haywood, Laciin, Oprish, Ramu- sak, Maguercan, Miller, McGee, Ala- bach, Stroud, Frankovich, Toma, Smel- ko, Spanic, Terek, Haynes, Zeheralis, Bley and Hayduk. WASHINGTON SENATORS VICTORS OVER FROEBEL The Blue Devils of Froebel suffered their twelfth consecutive loss in twelve consecutive years from the Washington Senators, who chalked up a total of 27 points to Froebel’s O. Fioebel’s only scoring threat tool plr . in the last quarter of the game when Froebel covered a Senator fumble on the Washington 15. On the next three plays Froebel had gained 7 yards and was on the Senators’ 8-yard line. On the fourth down, with only 8 yards to go for a touchdown, the Blue Devils tsied a pass, which was intercepted by Washington. Froebel gained only 67 yards by rushing as compared to Wash- ington’s 167 yards by rushing. The first Gary boy to enter the Olympics was from Froebel. November 10 0. A. A. SPORT QUESTIONNAIRE What is your favorite sport? Eleanor Krasoczka says, “Of all the sports 1 have participated in, in or out of school, basketball is my favorite. Why? Well, because it’s a very nice sport and very enjoyable, and it also fur- nishes a means of exhibiting your energy.” Tillie Balluch says, Tennis is a very exciting game once you get the fun- damentals of the sport. I have never played tennis before this year. I find it more and more interesting every time I play the game to earn my points. You really have to put your heart into it in order to get any fun out of the game.” Madge Feryo says, Baseball, loved throughout America, is my favorite sport. I have played it for a number of years, and I find it becomes more in- teresting at every game. The reason 1 chose baseball was not only because it is an exciting game, but also because it prov ides a lot of exercise.” Marge Macaluso says, “1 was asked what my favorite sport is. Unquestion- ably it is basketball. Why? Because I find it is an energetic, exciting, and an enjoyable game which calls for skill and good sportsmanship. It is a game that teaches co-operation and teamwork, mak- ing it one that’s tops with me.” Mary Kravicz says, “My favorite sport is ice skating, although it is not as much fun as other sports, because of the falls. I started to take an intreest in skating about two years ago when I saw Sonia Henie in a few of her pic- tures. I have gone skating for quite some time, and since then I classify it as my favorite sport.” Anita Bury says, “To play basketball requires a great deal of skill on the part of each player. Although here at Froe- bel the girls play with six players, a reg- ular team calls for only five players: the two forwards, two guards, and one center. One must show a keen, quick decision in playing basketball. The eye must be sharp and the legs are called upon to act as very swift aids in maving around the field of play.” Mary Lou Boyajian says, “After looking them all over I would prefer volleyball more than the rest of them. I find this sport to be a game full of ex- citement and fun. There are hardly any dull moments in this game since it keeps you busy at all times playing.” Traffic cop to sailor who is speed- ing; “O. K., Matey! Pull over to star- board and drop anchor!” THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL COUNCIL WELCOMES WESTY Evenone likes a party, especially a “get-together” party. One evening, not long ago, the present G. A. A. Council, and last year’s Council, got together at Rose Buldia’s house to celebrate a visit from our former gym teacher, Mrs. Helen West Malinka. “Westy,” as she is best known among the girls, told the group of her new life in New York, where she is living in a little town called Greenwich Village, a well known aritstic place. She gave helpful hints to the girls now on the Council. Recalling incidents of the past caused side-splitting laughter from all present. Refreshments, prepared and served by Mrs. Buldia, were enjoyed by all. Miss Beall, our new gym teacher, told some of the girls of the adventures which she had in Europe in 1938. DID YOU KNOW THAT... One of our most he-man students, Arnold Bernstein, was seen in the pro- jection room wearing a girl’s apron ? Miss Bopp ordered several boxes of pencils with names on them from Phil Pietrzak, to give for Christmas? Bette Roberts’ fingers were blue for days because she handled a lot of blue crepe paper making junior “bows” . . . and the paper faded on her fingers. Joan Micolis finally got her glasses fixed ? Mrs. Uncapher’s 11-B English classes have been enjoying the reading of some good poetry from “English Lit- erature”? Catherine Vaseloff was carrying around a large sheet of gray paper . . . to be used for making a poster for the Steel Dust Journal's “bow week”? Football players still are autograph- ing the first copy of Steel Dust Journal? Many of the boys are seen without their identification bracelets? You’ll find the missing bracelets if you’ll look on the right girls’ armrs. George Kelchak ruined a pair of per- fectly good drapes when he spilled ink on them at 11:20 in his English class ? Paul Feczko is home from England after finishing his 34 misisons over enemy territory? Excused admits are difficult to get? It seems the first-hour teachers know the students pretty thoroughly. November 11th is Armistice Day? Mrs. Helen West Malinka, former Froebel gym teacher, came to visit us recently ? Page Five “SAY IT WITH MUSIC There’s “No Ixjvc, No Nothin’ ” for Mary Klich until her boy comes home from the war. Estelle Pepoff’s slogan is “I Don’t Want Anybody at All” if she can’t have John Toma. “On the Sentimental Side' arc Joe Krasnansky and Angie Roganovich. Pete Kovalenko says, “I've Had This Feeling Before, but Never Like This” when asked about Jean Miccolis. “That Feeling in the Moonlight” deals only with Charles Praschak and Mary Kopil. Chris Zeheralis hasn t any particular girl in mind, but remember, Chris, “It Could Happen to You.” Memo to Stella Demos and Bill Na- glesky , . . “Take It Easy.” “Time Alone Will Tell” how this situation between Steve Radylak and Rose Argestina will turn out. There’ll Be a Hot Time in the Town of Berlin” when the Froebel boys go marching in. Artie Kyros sings to Joe Kezma, “You Always Hurt the One You Love. K B. C. held a “ .’trie Sister” parry October 31 ? Jerry Capusan was flashing a ten- dollar bill in geometry class the other day ? Paul Monterrubio in The Nether- lands, sent the Steel Dust Journal a money order for the purpose of sending him more copies of our paper ? The boys really appreciate the paper. The ventilator in Room 232, circu- lating cold air instead of warm not long ago, made the room as cold as the North Pole? You have to have a good excuse notv when you’re out of class, for since the teachers are more strict about it, one is likely to ask, And where are you go- ing ?” Gloria Gonan sang at the musical luncheon of the “Teachers Convention” at Emerson recently? Not long ago, Victoria Swalla wore a babushka during gym class to preserve her “hair-do” because she was going to the Settlement House dance that night? If a student donates some snapshots to the journalism class, they may be put in the paper? The music that originates from the music room-on the first floor at 11:20 every day is furnished by the Aeolians, Froebel’s new choir? Froebel is built on the spot where the Gibson Inn, the first white man's dwelling in Gary, was located. Pace Six Chemical Reactions EXPERIMENTERS The new Chemistry students are well pleased with their new aprons be- cause they are neat, economical, and durable. Due to the war, we were not able to get the original, but'the substi- tutes are a good second. We had some money refunded by the company, which v e unanimously decided to donate to the school paper. A new Chemistry Club has not been formed, but under the able guidance of Miss Mailath, we hope to form one soon. This year we hope to do much in Me way of getting a good foundation in Chemistry. As a rule, most of us enjoy chemistry and through our efforts and achieve- ments we hope to inspire others to study it, also, so that their lives may be the richer for it. Remember, sciences won’t bite . . . ’till you bite them. INVESTIGATORS The 8:40 Chemistry Class is experi- ment with an element .namely, oxygen, so if you hear strange noises don't be alarmed, just run for dear life. (I’m just kidding, of course.) What is oxygen ? Where is it found ? Does it smell? What does it look like? Does it taste good ? You can learn the answer to all of these if you take chem- istry. By the by, you can learn much more than those few answers to the questions above. The class has experimented with sev- eral different compounds, some of which are: mercuric oxide, sodium peroxide, and potassium chlorate. Fascinating, isn’t it? Don't you re- gret not having signed up for it? THE STAFF SAYS, THANK YOU !!! The sales of Bows for Beaus Netted 5 69.55 BUY BONDS THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL November 1( A.O.A. News The Gary A. O. A.’s met at Horace Mann School on October 14, 1944, and elected new city officers for the coming eight months. Those elected were Billy Weber of Lew Wallace, colonel ; Billy Stinette of Roosevelt, lieutenant colonel; Jean Lach of Tolleston, adjutant, and Ruth Smenyak of Froebel, finance offi- cer. Anna Paraschos of Froebel was elected district major of the North Cen- tral District, which includes Froebel, Holy Trinity Slovak, St. Hedwigs, St. Casimir, St. Emeric, and West Pulaski. Alan Colville is the qjajor of Froe- bel, and is supported by Adjutant Olym- pia Roman, Secretary Dianne Chelap, Membership Captain George Taylor and A. O. A. Reporter Mary Jones. The Children’s Theater produced the play, “Jack and- the Beanstalk,” at Horace Mann School on October 21, 1944. The Auditorium Department is in charge of representatives with A. O. A. assistance. Helen Chrison is the chairman of Froebel’s aids. The A. O. A. again is selling stamps to classes A to 33, inclusive. Sales have been moving briskly. The Central District paper drive was held Saturday, No.vember 4, 1944. Parlez Vous Francais? French really is on the beam at Froebel this year. Although the first hour class is made up of both first and second year students, they manage to comment-allez around the vous quite a bit. The point is, that after being dropped for two years, the French Club has been reorganized. Officers were elected on the basis of ability only. They are: President, Constance Ra- mirez ; vice president, John Hajvert; secretary, Delores Olaf; treasurer, Clay- ton Hannah; social chairman, Mary Kopcik; program chairman, Garrett Cope, and publicity chairman, Kermit Hopkins. Serving on the program com- mitte are Leonard Levenda, Amelia Drakos and Gloria Gonan, who have done a fine job of lining up our club activities. Hats-Off Department: To Connie Ramirez, who can teach French as well as speak it. To Miss Brooner, the spon- sor, who is graciously allowing the club to function. You’ll be hearing about the “Frenchies.” For now, au revoir. JOURNALISM CLASSES ELECT STAFF After the hectic first six weeks of school, the two Journalism Classes final- ly had a meeting on Ocotber 20 at 4 p. m. in Room 232, at which they elected their staff. It seemed that every time a meeting was called, only a handful of people could make it, due to other meetings and activities. Finally, everybody de- cided that the paper HAD to have a staff, and soon! Then Friday, the twen- tieth, came along, and in spite of cheer- leading tryouts, we had our meeting! At the meeting, John Baranko pre- sided, and Gloria Gonan acted as secre- tary. The meeting began with nomina- tions for the various offices. Results were: Gertrude Danch, editor; John Baranko and Nick Stevoff, boys’ sports; Ann Feryo and Catherine Vaseloff girls’ sports; Ann Marenncik and Fann- Blatsioris, circulation; Angeline Ra- mirez. Business manager; Eleanor Ber- zicli, feature editor, and Angeline Elmas and Ann T homas as the Service News I editors. LEBECRFS INTRODUCED A Froebel boys’ club finally has been organized. The name which was chosen at their last meeting is Froebel spelled backward. Each letter of the name is a characteristic of the club: Leadership, Efficiency, Brotherhood, Education. Obe- dience, Reliability and Faithfulness. The purpose of the club is to get the boys to be sociable, fit in any group or con' e sation. To better the school and to in- crease the school spirit, and also to do- nate to worthy causes, are other pur- poses. Elections were held recently and the results were: President, Andy Pannos; vice president, Bill Chalos; secretary- treasurer, Leonard Levenda; social chairman, Edwin Gajewski; publicity chairman, George Skaltsas, and sergeant- at-arms, Andy Kopil. Charter members of the organization are Sam Bain, Steve Leka, Andy Pou- los, I ed Izak, George Manos, Paul Diamond, Chris Angelidis, Tom Cha- kos, Albert Horvat and Jerry Polakis. The sponsors are two very capable men—Mr. Irwin and Mr. Knesek. The school has put up new swings where the foundry shop used to be. Re- member when the playground was where the work shop is now ? November 10 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTS OFFICERS The 1944-1945 members of the Froe- bel Student Council met for the first time late in October and officers were elected. Officers elected are: President. Ar- nold Bernstein; vice president, Garrett Cope; secretary and treasurer, Dirraine Bobrik: reported, Ann Marencik. The new council is undertaking quite a few things which wil benefit the whole school. They plan to concentrate on some of the following activities: The decoration of the study halls, the new bulletin board displays, and the sales of bonds and stamps. The others, yet undecided, will ap- pear in the future. Again the council is composed of 20 members, five from each class. Representing the Freshman Class are Pete Bellesis, John Sanchez, Isadore De- Orta, Dorothy Kish and Dorothy Gau- deau. Sophomore representatives are Helen Ply, Martha Zamora, Bill Mamelson, Ruth Gordon and Manuel Mendez. Representing the Junior Class are Mike Berta, Nell Craig, Nick Stevoff, Joan Miccolis and Dorothy Julius. Senior representatives are Arnold Bernstein, Ann Marencik, Garrett Cope, Lorraine Bobrik and Veronica Zimmerman. The Student Council again is asking you, the students, to co-operate with us in all of our projects. Our sponsor, Mr. McAllister, is looking forward to a successful semes- ter—so let’s go. Help us as much as possible. FROEBEL BUSINESS CLUB Miss Rose Claverie, personnel direc- tor of Sears Roebuck Company, was the speaker at a recent meeting of the Froebel Business Club. Officers of the club are: President, George Ramusak; secretary, Betty An- drey; treasurer, Vicky Kyros; program chairman, Ann Ply; publicity chairman, Fanny Blatsioris. Other members are Lucille Badanish, Betty Cidulka, Ger- trude Danch, Sophie Diamond, Amelia Drakos, Joan Gadbury, Adrian Jollas, Marge Macaluso Christine Swetky, Fern Timan, Alice Toth, Josephine Hirchak, and Rosemary Kovalchik. Miss Lucy Wojciehowski, a Cadet Nurse, was another speaker at the meet- ing of the Business Club. THE INQUIRING REPORTER The room is silent. All you can hear is tlie ticking of the grandfather clock be lting the time. You are thinking of what you can do in the hour’s time the doctor has given you. 1’he students be- low have given their thoughts on what they would do if they were on “bor- rowed time.” George Demos, a Freshman, says: “If 1 had but an hour to live, the first thing I would do would be to do the most 1 can for the welfare of my com- munity. Do just to those I have done unjust. Ten minutes before I would die, 1 would take six sleeping pills so I wouldn’t know how 1 passed away.” William Poulos, a member of the Sophomore Class, says: “If 1 had an hour to live, the first thing I’d do is to go to church and pray and take Com- munion. Then, if I had more time, I would spend it helping other people who need help. I would then give some of my money to charity and some of it to a family who needs it very badly. Then I would be happy because I made other people happy.” Angie Elmas, a Junior, says: “If I had an hour to live, I’d spend what lit- tle time I had left in prayers and medi- tation on my past life. Before I'd leave this world, I would make sure that I apologized to anyone I had ever wronged, and spend the rest of the time in church in union with God.” Gloria Gonan, who is a Senior, says: “Had I only one hour to live, I would try to be very calm. Out of all things dear to me, I would find the two that are outstanding. Therefore, I would di- vide this hour between talking to my mother and playing and singing the most lovely music I know at the piano. Last of all, I would offer my life, unworthy as it may be, to God.” Willette Jones, a member of the Junior-Seinor Club, says: “If I had only one hour to live, I would try to make the best of that hour. I would like to have my mind clear of anything wrong, also feel that my record was good all through life in all ways. If I knew that I was going to die, it would be better to not weep for me because my time had come and everybody has to die some time.” Mrs. Welsh (to a Freshman) : “Spell weather.” George Diacoff: W-i-e-t-h-i-o-w-r.” Mrs. Welsh: “That’s the forst spell of weather we’ve had in a long time!” JUNIOR-SENIOR HIKE Priscilla Rollins blazed a trail for a glorius and successful hike and picnic which was made possible by the Junior- Senior Club members and their sponsor, Mr. Davis. The main reason for its be- ing successful was that the girls supplied all of the food and that the boys had to earn the supplies to and from the picnic. The other reason is that all of the mem- bers co-opcrated fully with their sponsor. T he hike started at Froebel School at 2:30 p. m., Sunday, October 15. 1944. It was a nice day with excellent conditions for hiking. Plans and prepa- rations for the hike had been in the mak- ing for two weeks. About 30 members participated in the glorious event, which lasted about four hours. Our hike took us along Sixteenth Avenue till we came to the highway which leads to East Gary. We crossed the highway and railroad tracks then proceeded along the road which leads to Miller. We con- tinued down this road for at least two miles before we turned into the hills. We thought Lookout Mountain was a tall hill, but we traveled over some hills w hich made Lookout Mountain look like a midget. Robert Miller acted as if the hike had finished him. but he was one of the principal fire-builders along with Johnny Jones and Archie Ross. The food and drinks were fine. We roasted wieners and marshmallows; we had hot Cocoa and pop for drinking. When we finished our picnicking and friendly conversations, we started a base- ball game which lasted exactly one in- ning. The pitchers for both tearms were Eliza Ross, Mattie Booker, Mamie Olive and Priscilla Rollins. After the game we triumphantly headed for home w'ith a feeling of satisfaction of a suc- cessful hike and picnic. STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTS CHEER LEADERS The Student Council performed its first task of the semester in elect- ing the cheer leaders. Friday, October 20, in the audito- rium, the Council judged the perform- ances of 12 students. Of these 12 stu- dents, six were chosen. ’They were Angie Roganovich, Jesse James, Chris- tine Swetky, Lillian Pipas, Stev Pipas, and Mary Hostinsky. These students will cheer for our teams, so how about a little support? We wish to express our thanks to all those who attempted to make a showing, and we want them to know we respect them for their school spirit and attitude. IV-re FijHt OUR BOYS AROUND THE GLOBE S Sgt. Eli Atalirli of the Engineer Corps is somewhere in New Guinea. Of course, everyone remembers that tall, red-headed former l'roebel basketball star of only a few years back. Eli has seen quite a lot of action and was in on the invasion of an island in The Nether- East Indies. His outfit now is working on an air strip and getting along fine except for the Jap bombing they have every now and then. We have been informed that Pvts. Angela Polakis and George Dobrea are wrth the Field Artillery at Camp Rob- erts, California, and their Acting Cor- poral is Red Skelton. Pi’l. George Ratkovich finally is set- tled at Fort McClellan, Alabama, with the Infantry. The only thing “Push- cart” reports is that Infantry life is tough. Louie Hurtado, A S, has been sent to Great Lakes Naval Training Station for his boot training. Lou writes and says that he would like the kids to write to him, as it would help his morale. A paratrooper on furlough was asked how many jumps he had made. He replied, “None, but Ive been pushed 17 times.” A. C. E. R. Richard Stempak has been promoted to corporal. Richard probably will be home on furlough soon, and said he was very glad to hear that he’d be in town when Eroebel plays Em- erson. Richard is a part of the Army Air Corps, and while he is going to col- lege at Clemson, South Carolina, he is considered a student as well as a part of the ROTC. The only armv life Rich- ard has is when he is on drill and form- ation. His life is easy enough, with reveille at 6:45 a. m. and taps at 11 :oo p. m., except for all the studying he has to do. Cpl. Anthony Niksich came to visit his Alma Mater while hon e on a 15-day furlough from Camp McAfee, Arkan- sas, where he is stationed with the 16th Armored Division. Tony has been a gunner in the Tank Corps ever since he entered the service a year : go. Sgt.: Hey, you, take off that gas mask! Pvt.: That’s no gas m sk, that’s my face! Sain Skalstsat, 82 e, and Albert Dian, S 2 , finished theii boot training at Great 1 akes Naval Tre ining Station, and came 1 ome on nine da; 5 leave. After Sam’s lea- t is over he w II go back to tvt STf'L DUFT TOURNA’ MY BROTHER 'Vs -ust a simple G. 1. Joe. Not many stripes has he to show. His uniform hasn’t medals galore, Yet that doesn’t matter any more. ’Cause, you see . . . He’s my brother! He’s doing his job for Uncle Sam. To finish it soon is his constant aim. No Eisenhower will he be, Rut that makes little difference to me. ’Cause, you see . . . He’s my brother! He’ll never lead the armed forces, In battles which mean gains or losses. A great man in history he’ll never be, Rut that means very little to me. ’Cause, you see . . . He’s my brother! And I think lie's swell! This poem was written by Alfrieda Lesniak, and is dedicated to Pvt. Stanley Lesniak Great Lakes for 16 weeks of training, after which he will be qualified as a ship’s cook. Sam then will get some needed experience at the mess halls of Great Lakes. Meanwhile. Albert has become a marksman a 30-caliber machine gun and after his lease, A1 expects to be sent to Fort Pierce, Florida, for amphib- ious training. Tom Kougoufas. S 2c, completed his recruit training at Sampson, New York, and came home on a seven day leave. When Tom returns to Sampson, he will be eligible for assignments which may qualify him for a petty officer rating. After Tony Pavelka. S2 1'. graduat- ed from radio school at Wisconsin Uni- versity in Madison, Wisconsin, he was given a short leave. Tony is now quali- fied to serve as a radio operator with the fleet. Michael Kapnas, a Frocbel graduate of ’43, spent his 35-day leave in Gary after he finished a 16-month course of V-12 training at Northwestern Univer- sity in Evanston, Illinois. Mike will have further work for midshipman training at Abbott Hall in Chicago after his leave is over. “Them words mean fight where I came from.” “Well, why don’t you fight?” “Because we ain’t where I came from.” Noah Rush, HA c, now is with the United States Naval Hospital at St. Albans, Long Island. Noah has been in the Navy for 18 months and has been in all three theaters of war, Ameri- can, European and Pacific. He was wounded at the Anzio beachhead, and has received the Purple Heart and a November 10 SEND A PISTl’RE IJe sent to you his picture — You view it with such pride. But he would like your picture, too, To view at eventide! A soldier thinks of many things— Far off so many miles— Of home town talk and doings, But mostly of your smiles! He would like to have your picture When he’s so far away. So, be a good scout, fair lady— And send him one today! presidential citation. (Noah also has been in the Russian Air Ferry Com- mand.) His citation bar is,b!ue. yellow and red, with a sta- While traveling, Noah had the good fortune to meet a former Froebel student by the name of Kozma in Australia. When Noah went into the Navy he was 5 feet 11 inches, and now- he is 6 feet 2 inches and tips the scale at 175. It seems the Nav has done a lot' of good for Noah, and we’ll be glad to sec him w-hen he comes back. Fred Sirko, S2 c, completed his fire fighting course at Great Lakes. The Navy type of fire fighting is chemic:-’ warfare, and has to do largely with gas tanks blowing up or oil barges going im in flames. Fred thinks the Navy life is just swell, but he’s glad he’s home on his first leave. Sign in the Mess hall: If the steak is too tough for you, get out. This is no place for weak- lings! Lt. Robert IV. Ammon has been pro- moted to the rank of first lieutenant at the headquarters of the AAF Central Flying Training Command. Randolph Field, Texas. Robert is serving as a personal pilot for Brig. Gen. Eugene G. Reinartz, commanding general of the AAF School of Aviation Medicine at Randolph Field. Cpt. Robert Burns was given a fur- lough after being overseas for seven months. During this time he was in the South Pacific under General MacAr- thur. He has three campaign ribbons and was awarded the Purple Heart. The Staff offers sincere congratula- tions to Pvt. Bruno Guizzo on his mar- riage to the former Dorothy Stefck. Bruno and his« vife have been separated because of war. She is living with her parents and he is waiting for overseas shipment. BUY BONDS STEEL DUST JOURNAL A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIVE ME ”• No- 5 FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL ★ GARY. INDIANA novembeb 22, PILGRIM’S HOLIDAY HERE!! PRINCIPALS EXTEND GREETINGS Today at 4 o’clock the faculty and students will put away their books and papers in order to enjoy a four-day vacation. This little intcival always is a very welcome one, and the Staff joins with our principals in reminding all our readers that we have much for which we should be thankful. The tradition of Thanksgiving, which had its origin in colonial New England, annually reminds us of the Pilgrim forefathers, who after har- vest, gave thanks to God for deliver- ance from the many dangers which surrounded them. The feasting and the merrymaking we make much of, but we sometimes forget to be properly mindful of the religious aspect of the holiday. The 1944 Thanksgiving festival finds us here so wonderfully blessed compared to the situation young peo- ple in other lands find themselves, that each of us should, in his own way, give humble thanks to God that he lives in the United States. Except for a few minor inconveniences like rationing, a few hours’ extra effort for salvage work, a little self-denial for war stamp and bond purchases, we are virtually untouched by the war. Here we sleep at night without fear of air raids or robot bombs. We know not the cruelty of a conquering enemy. Famine, exposure, pestilence are far away from us — yet these things are every-day experiences to the children and youth of Europe. We wish for all of you a happy, bounteous Thanksgiving holiday. But we hope it will be a time for giving thanks to the Creator for the securi- ty, the opportunity and the freedoms God has allowed us in America to enjoy. RICHARD A. NUZUM DON’T FORGET Write a letter to the boys in the service. It’s the little things that count! 1 he first day of Thanksgiving was observed by the Pilgrims late in the fall, after crops were in and the sum- mer’s work was done. So it is that we still pause for a day in late Novem- ber to offer thanks for the many good things that have come to us during the past year. Even the poorest and most unfortunate one among us can find many reasons for the sincere ob- servance of Thanksgiving Day. Each one of us has in his mind and heart private reasons for observing this day of thanks. Almost all the people of this country are blessed with material riches far beyond the wealth of any other nation. Let us ask our- sel ves what we have done to deserve the good things we have received. Thanksgiving Day should not mean just a turkey dinner and a holiday from school. It should mean a prayer in the heart and a determination to be more worthy of our blessings. FRANK S. ALBRIGHT INDIANS SUPPLY US WITH FOOD Our traditional Thanksgiving din- ner is as American as the buffalo on a nickel. Almost everything served came from an Indian recipe. The red man is the one who showed Puritan women what to do with cranberries, corn, beans and squash. The first Thanksgiving in 1621 found turkeys very plentiful, and a 40 or 50 pound bird was no novelty. The sweet potato was among the first foods Columbus discovered. His- tory reports that they made a smash hit in Europe when Columbus sent over a batch. Batata was the Indian name for it. PUMPKIN PROMENADE IS THE THING Pumpkin Promenade is the first big dance of the year sponsored by the Juniors. There will be no sale of tickets at the door, so get your tickets froin the sellers before the dance. W e want this to be the biggest and the best Junior dance there e' er was. and we want to see our friends there. Ucrby Cox and Band will be fea- tured, and will play slow waltzes and- fast boogies, an answer to the hepcat’s pray ers. Be prompt, because the dance starts at 7:30 p. m., sharp, and you don t want to miss a minute of it. Refreshments will be sold, so bring some of that “extra cash.’’ Start the Thanksgiving vacation right by com- ing to the Pumpkin Promenade for a swell time. You can still get your tickets from any of the officers, who are: Ed Komisarcik. Pete Kovalenko. Gaspar- mc Pampalone, Joe Kovalcik, Stella Demos, Alice Romanow, and from the following captains: Dorothv To- karski. Irene Kozelski, Mary Ia u Alvarado, Malena Vulich. Anglecn Elmas, Jerry Polikas, Leonard Lc- venda and Ann Sandala. Have vou bought your ticket yet? Remember! Advance ticket sale only! COME I COME! COME! PUMPKIN PROMENADE Featuring HERBY COX AND BAND 7:30 to 10:30 GIRLS' GYM Admission 50 cents Tonight I Tonight! Tonight; No Ticket Sold at the Door ORCHIDS 1 o the Citamard Dramatic Club for their swell presentation of The Valiant. To the Froebel students for the en- thusiastic way they supported the bow sale. _ Pago Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price....fl.OO a ear H. A. NUZUM K. S. ALBRIGHT Principal Assistant Principal STUFF Gertrude Danch Sports Cop;- John Baranko Nick Stevoff Ann Feryo Catherine Vaeeloff Kleanor Berzlsh Ann Marencik Hus h s Manager.. Fannie Blatsourin Angelinc Ramirez Ann Thomaa Ctara .Spt-n-or Printing Sponsor.. Printer� Anglene Elmas Kathryn Weleh Harvey Kneaek Phil Pietrzak Arnold Bernstein John Baranko Mildred Smiegel •r' ini- Shorthand Class VOICE OF THE STUDENT SENIORS . . . ATTENTIONI •“By your actions you shall be known. More true than mere fic- tion. Yes we Seniors are the example other classes shall look up to. Are we proud of our record ? Let’s see. At school dances, where were the Seniors? How well are our Seniors supporting our school newspaper? How well did the Seniors support the bow sale held recently ? Are we proud of the manner in which a good many Seniors carried on when the choice of calling cards was being made? For many of us, this is our last year in school. We, as Seniors, would like to remember our school days as the happiest years of our youth. This should make us want to support every social, athletic and educational proj- ect that is being sponsored by our school organizations and classes. Certainly many good reasons arise why we can’t attend various func- tions. We have our homework to prepare. Nevertheless, most of our social affairs are held on Friday eve- nings. Why shouldn’t we all try and support these affairs, since this is our last year at Froebel School? Let us make this a year to remember, by be- ing ACTIVE! Senior Class members. The Senior Class is sponsoring a dance in the near future; we want a good turnout. If you support the other classes in their social affairs, they will support our Senior Class. In years to come we will reminisce on our school days and we will re- member the happy days of our youth at our school dances and athletic affairs. THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Monday’s child is fair of face, Tuesday’s child is full of grace, Wednesday’s child is full of woe, Thursday’s child has far to go, Friday’s child is loving and giving, Saturday’s child works hard for its living, And a child that’s born on the Sab- bath day, Is fair and wise and good and gay. Pupil—Class— November Rose Polizotto, Senior ....... 15 Willie Bedgood, Freshman,..... 16 Churney Brown, Senior........... 16 Lucy Harris, Sophomore........ 16 Betty Paska, Junior............. 18 William Poulas, Sophomore..... 21 Ann Kalinich, Junior ........... 22 Mary Libassi, Senior •.......... 23 Carmen Varella, Freshman........ 24 Seymour Abrams, Sophomore.... 26 Ann Marencik, Senior ........... 26 Carl Serven. Freshman........... 26 John Jones, Senior.............. 27 Angelo Verde, Sophomore....... 27 Mary Jane Hric, Sophomore..... 29 Vicky Kyros, Senior............. 30 AND THREE MORE FACULTY MEMBERS STUDY SPANISH Nobody can surpass the Froebel faculty when it comes to “keeping up’’ with the times. Mrs. Uncapher, Miss Maloney and Mrs. Cohen now arc taking private lessons in Spanish after school every Monday. Con- stance Ramirez is their able instruc- tor. These teachers probably were spurred on by the good example set by Mrs. Welsh and Miss Bopp, who are in their second year of the study of Spanish. These two now speak like native Mejncanas. Felicitaciones! ONIONS To all those one-hour absences. To the Froebel cheering section at the Emerson game. What would your reaction be if you recall that you neglected to sup- port any of them? So, come on, Sen- iors, get in the groove and let’s ex- press our school spirit. Make the Senior Class of ’45 THE ONE to be remembered in years to come! —A Senior. November 22, 1944 EUCLIDEAN CIRCLE The Euclidean Circle has been an active organization for four years. It first was organized in 1940 by stu- dents who were faking advanced mathematics. The chief purpose was to have a place and time to study things concerning mathematics that couldn’t be studied in regular class time. They also wanted to learn about people who have contributed to the science of mathematics. This year, the club meetings, held every third Friday of the month, are charted on a definite program. They want to learn all they can about the slide rule, a valuable instrument in engineering. They are planning on talks about all phases of the airplane. And they also plan to work for amusement in mathematics, a rather unusual goal. For patriotic interest the club members are planning to make a Euclidian Circle Service Flag, in or- der to honor all the ex-Circle mem- bers. They also intend to write to the service members and keep them informed of school and city activities. Present officers are John Toma. Robert Cervantes, Mike Calusis, Jim Thomas and Ray Avilla. Mrs. Leo- nora Stewart is the sponsor. (Continued from Page 1) Cranberries grew along the sea marshes and the red men sweetened them with wild honey. Today’s ber- ries bear little resemblance to the small, sour fruit of the Pilgrim’s time. The Indian’s cranberry sauce was quite a treat. It was the Indian who developed the beans of today, string beans, lima beans, kidney beans. Succotash also was on the first Thanksgiving dinner. Pumpkin pie is not an Indian crea- tion, but the red man did bring the pumpkin to its glory. They used it in soups, stews and desserts. The first holiday popcorn was popped by the Indians. After the great dinner is over, it’s time for the ceremonial nut bowl and cider. Let’s have some native Ameri- can pecans, black walnuts, cashews and peanuts. What would we have had for our Thanksgiving dinner if it weren’t for the Indians? — Seventeen Magazine. November 22. 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three THANKSGIVING STORY By Mary Ellen Neal “Aw. what’ve I got to live for,” I thought as I slowly pulled myself out of bed the morning before Thanks- giving. “I’m always doin’ dishes, an’ cleanin’ house an’ goin to school, and what happens? I ask to go to a dance, and Mom says ‘No, Dad and I are gring to a meeting’.” So what? I’ll tell you what. That means I gotta stay home and watch the babv and Betty, after saving my money just to buy the ticket to go. I’m 15. and 1 gotta stay home and wntch kids. I struggled through the day, doing v hat I was told with a sour face and almost “eating people up” every time tl cv said anything to me. Once my sister Betty said to me, “Gosh, just ’cause Mom won’t let you go to that ole dance, you don’t have to be so me°n to me!” And little Marcie, the baby, nearly two, looked at me rather queerly when I yelled at her and told her she was always under mv feet. But I didnt care. After all, I’m en- titled to some fun. Mom and Dad were getting ready to go and I was in my room, thinking how terrible I was being treated. That meeting is no more important than the dance. It’s just a bunch of old fogies gabbing about nuthin’. They left about 7 o’clock. Betty had gone into the playroom with the baby. I heard Betty say, “Come on, Marcie; Lorry's awful mad. I guess it’s cause Mom made her stay home with us. Stay -in here with me and we’ll build houses with your blocks.” I finally decided it was doing me no good to pout, so 1 Came out of the bedroom and picked up the evening paper. On the front page was a picture of the Andrews boy who lived just down the block . He’d been killed in action. Then I realized why Janie Andrews wasn’t in school and couldn’t go to the dance either. I read of other fa- miliar names of boys who were in hos- pitals or discharged from the army because of some wound they received while serving their country. Funny, but I also started thinking of Airs. North, who was paralyzed and had to be in a wheel chair all the time. An announcement came over the radio about giving used clothes to Russia. The announcer told how cold it was and how badlv the people need- ed clothing and food. 1 was beginning to think 1 was a little selfish and unreasonable in the way I had acted and thought. Betty came out of the playroom v ith Marcie at her heels, and said. ‘ The baby’s sleepy. Will you please fix her bottle? I’ll get her ready for bed.” I did as she had asked and soon had both of them tucked in bed. Bet tv v as happily surprised when I kissed 1 er and the baby good night. I guess she thought I had been toe angry to d ) an thing kind. I sat in a chair by the radio and stared at nothing. The things I’d read about—the radio message—my thoughts of people who were ill— all these thoughts—and more—were flashing in my mind. I could sec boys dying on the battlefront, hear the cries of people half-frozen and half-dead from lack of food and clothing. I looked around the cozy room—not the best in town, but neat and clean. A million other things came to me—my mother ahd father and two cute sisters, a home, love and affection, friends, food and clothing. I thought of everything that I really had to be thankful for. It was nearly 10, adn Mom and I )ad would be home soon, so 1 got ready for bed, and snapped out the lights, for I couldn’t face them after the way I’d acted. Before I got into bed, I knelt in solemn prayer to God, and asked, first, that He forgive my selfishness and sin. To dear God. then I gave my thanks for all the things .that I had and asked Him to render His assistance to the needy, poor and ill people all over the world. PET PEEVES To have a person stare at me.— Mary Maya. To see girls in pigtails . . . espe- cially seniors.—Steve Badylak. To be disturbed when talking on the telephone—Dorothy Palacz. When girls think they’re every- thing, and they’re nothing.—Ida Mac Lucco. LETTER TO MOM Dear Mom: I joined the Navy because I ad- mired the way they kept the decks of ships so clean and tidy. But I ne' er knew ’til this week who keeps them clean and tidy. Love. JUNIOR. HUHEDS OF PARENTS VISIT OUR SCHOOL American Education Week brought to b ochcl School hundreds of inter- ested pa ents v ho visited oijr class- r ont$. The program in high school was under the supervision of Mr. McAllister, who was appointed by a committee of faculty members. Miss Rebecca Grabiel was chairman of this committee. The high school hostesses who greeted and helped guide the par- ents were Jeanette Markese, Marge Zoumis, Ann Evans, Josephine HLr- ebak, Mary Uric. Helen Gianapolis. Mamie Olive, V icky Kyros. Willette J nes. Lucille Badamsh. Mary Ellen Neal. Dora Mackin, Ruth Gordon. Dorothy Balash, Elizabeth Spinaliv, Lulu Harris, Erma Williams. Emo- gene Henderson, Mildred Johnson, Mildred Eugal, Margaret Macaluso, Bess Stouraitis, Lorraine Kepshirc, Mary Anastoff, Alice Toth. Georg- ann Pepoff, Betty Andrey, Evelyn Lawler, Stella Wukich, Mattie Dun- leavy, Rose Kotlaroff, Jane Leone, Verona Hughes, Sofia Diamond. Bet- ty Cidulka. Stella Chuckney, Rose- mary Kovach ik. Nell Craig, Ann I homas. Mary Kopil, Rosemary Capusan, Victoria Spasoff and Ann Ply. AMBITIOUS? AND HOW! Some people took a two-year Span- ish course for the credit they received. Some applied themselves to the lan- guage because they were really inter- ested. Some are glad they have fin- ished and say so with a sigh of relief. Others are sorry to such an extent that they’re making a drive for a fifth semester Spanish class. Miss Brooner and Mr. Nuzum are encour- aging the following students in their efforts: Amelia Drakos, Jerry Polai- kis, Gloria Gonan. Nick Stevoff, Ed- win Gajewski, Ann Suglove, Con- stance Ramirez, Fanny Blatsioris. Phil Pietrzak, Mamie Olive, Chris- tine Swetky, William Lee, Verona Hughes, Mildred Sadler. Ray A villa and Lawrence Cannon. However, believing in the old say- ing. “the more the merrier,” they will still accept other suitable recruits. Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL November 22, 1944 FISTIC ENCOUNTERS Fighthzg Frosh This 'ca ’s Freshman team is the first Froebel Freshman team within IO years to win the city title as “champs.” They played five games this year and won every one. The heavy schedule brought the following results: September 2.5— Froebel 14. Emerson 7. September to— Frocbe. 26. Horace Mann 8. October 7— FrocFcl 18, Lew Wallace 6. October 14— Froebel 18, Tolleston O. October 21 — Froebel 18, Roosevelt (Gary) o. 'Flic lots averaged 19 points a game and their opponents averaged 4 points a game. The boys who did all tjjc running and scoring are James Hadley. Joe Stupor, Steve Sosh, Rob- ert Chai. e . John Vasas, Alex Thom- as, James Smart, George Kravety and Owen Rcnnctt. They are as fine a bunch of baekficld men as we’ve ever seen on a Froebel Freshman team. The other half of the team did the job of opening up holes, blocking, and stopping the opposing team from scoring. Don’t forget, they only al- lowed 4 points a game on an average, and THAT is something. Here are the boys who accomplished that feat: Chris Lalevich, Dave Ballerino, Paul Domonkos, George Farris, I-ouis Chuckney, Sevirro Amatulli, Donald Roby, James Cougias, John Rudo- vich, Alex Shendrick, Martin Reyes, Milan Uzelac. The future looks bright for next season. Six Fr cbel boys fought in the fistic show recently held in the Memorial Auditorium, and five of the six boys participating won their matches. At 145 pounds, John Shimko decisioned Joe Klug; Mike Sosh won a decision over George Marchuk; Rufus Lackey decisioned Phil Bailey. At 126 pounds, Arch Lor won a decision over Joe Kovalchik. At 142 pounds, Frankie 'Fenario decisioned Bill Ran- dolph, and at 118 pounds, Johnnie 'Fenario won a decision over Menzo Buttler. All of the Froebelites put on a light that makes Froebel proud of them. The Steel Dust Journal staff wishes them many more successful encounters in the future. THE 1944 BLUE DEVIL BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Dec. 1..Washington, E. Chicago H Dec. 6..............Tolleston T Dec. 7........... Lew Wallace H Dec! 12.............. Emerson T Dec. 15..... Roosevelt, E. Chi. H Jan. 5............. Hammond H Jan. 11.............. Emerson H Jan. 14........... Fort Wayne H Jan. 18.......... Lew Wallace T Jan. 19.............. Whiting T Jan. 25........ Hammond Tech H Jan. 27............... Elwood T Feb. 1.......... Horace Mann H Feb. 4......... Hammond Clark T Feb. 9............ Valparaiso H Feb. 10............ Mishawaka H Feb. 15....'.... Horace Mann T H—Home. T—There. WHAT’S BUZZIN’? FROEBEL PROVES PLENTY TOUGH FOR EMERSON’S TE M Fighting rain and mud as well as a Tornado, our Blue Devils lost their last game to Emerson. However, it doesn’t sound as bad as all that, be- cause the Froebelites made it a tough game for Emerson to win, and they can be very proud of the fact that they held a championship team to a 14-0 score. Rugged line play and shifty back- field slowed down an Emerson of- fense that previously had just about the run of the place over other teams. The Blue Devils who ate mud off of the gridiron on that rainy day were George Frankovich, John Toma. Ronald Jones, Rudy Alabach, James McGee, Frank Kmetz, Andy Terek, George Ramusak, Richard Smelko, Louie Lajcin, James Hay- wood, Melvin Stroud, Peter Stefan- ak, Nick Magurean, Dan Oprish, Henry Droza, Mike Berta, Joe Hav- duk, Albert Bley, Steve Badylak, Andy Costakis, Peter Kovalenko and Christ Zchareiis. BETA G. A. A. OFFICERS President Vice President ... Secretary Treasurer Social Chairman Sports Co-Ordinator.... Alice Harden Publicity Chm.....Mae Lee Thomas Handball Chm......-....Joyce Powell Skating Chm..........Willettc Jones Bowling Chm.......Eddie Mac Fields Hiking Chm...........Priscilla Rollins WOW! Rose L.: What makes trees become petrified ? Angie R.: The wind makes them rock. NOTICE 'Fhe Lebeorf’s newly formed club for Juniors and Seniors, is putting on a membership drive. See Mr. Irvin and join! The F. G. A. A. is sponsoring a gigantic bond rally November 30. Bring your dollars and dimes. It’s the patriotic thing to do! — November 22, 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Five F. B. C. VIEWS AND REVIEWS PRINCIPAL ASKS FOR CO-OPERATION OF ALL STUDENTS Desires Courtesy Week Continued The week of November 13-19 vvas set aside as Fifteenth Annual Courte- sy Week, which the Froebel Booster Club sponsored. Attention was given to the various topics as outlined by the Booster Club, therefore, we should think about Courtesy, not for one week, but as a continuing emphasis placed so strongly upon proper social relationships in an academic way that continuous practice in proper conduct patterns can be insisted upon all the rest of the year. First know, then do! If, in some magic way, we could ourselves be 100 per cent courteous, and cause all pupils in Froebel School to be likewise 100 per cent courteous to everyone—what a place F roebel School would be! There is no magic way—humans being what they are. But we can improve our conduct if we try, and we can improve others' by proper teaching. All the students were behind the Courtesy Week ’ with the F. B. C., and now let’s make every week after it a courtesy week, too. RICHARD A. NUZUM. Principal. F. B. C. GIRLS VOTE AGAINST SLACKS The Froebel Booster Club held its eighth consecutive meeting recently, with roll call answered by an educa- tional quotation. Miss Liggett began the discussion. She pointed out proper places to wear slacks and drapes. The wearing of slacks and drapes has been declared taboo by the Booster Club girls. The girls agreed to set certain high stand- ards among the girls in Froebel, there- fore the girls voted that slacks' and drapes were not to be worn in school. Reports from the standing commit- tees were made by Mary Libassi, Adrian Jollas, Gloria Gionan and Mary Klich, who was in charge of Courtesy Week. Gloria Kirla, a former member and officer of the F. B. C. now enrolled in Purdue University, talked to the members about college life. The girls questioned Gloria thoroughly COURTESY WEEK SPONSORED BY FROEBEL BOOSTER CLUB The Froebel Booster Club, whose motto is Build for Character, Not for lame, sponsored its -fifteenth annual Courtesy Week, November 15-17. During the week students exercised thoughtfulness and consideration toward their teachers and classmates by doing little courteous acts. As one entered the building, pleasant greet- ings were heard, and students went out of their way to open and close doors for their teachers. Cleverly designed courtesy tags were made in the form of a w’orld, inscribed with the slogan, Courtesy helps to make a better world. Manx original posters made through the courtesy of our Art Department were scattered throughout the halls as re- minders. During the w'eek, F. B. C. mem- bers stressed, through their talks given in the auditoriums, the various places courtesy should be practiced. Monday, courtesy in the home was stressed; Tuesday, courtesy in the schools; Wednesday, courtesy regard- ing public places; Thursday, courtesy regarding speech and use of the tele- phone; Friday, courtesy regarding so- cial affairs. The Booster Club feels that Cour tesv Week has been a great asset both to students and teachers of Froebel School. We have observed Courtesy Week for the past 15 years, and hope to continue this annual week in the years to come. Courtesy should be stressed this year more than ever be- fore, due to the turbulent conditions and global furor. We must constantly strive to make this a better and hap- pier w'orld in which to live. about problems confronting them to- day in planning for college entrance. The meeting was adjourned with each girl holding hands and saying, “Let us be loyal friends, now' and forever:” BUY BONDS FACULTY ENJOYS TEA GIVEN BY THE FROEBEL BOOSTER CLUB Clover Program Is Presented Colorful decorations and appoint- ments of pastel colors were the high- lights of the fifteenth annual Froebel Booster Club’s Teachers’ Tea, Fri- day, November 17. Attractive cor- sages and boutonniers were given to the faculty guests as they were greet- ed by Miss Liggett, club’s sponsor, and President Olga Kimoff. Clev- erly designed programs U'ere provided as souvenirs of the occasion. Teachers and students delighted in hearing the F. B. C. Chorus, consist- ing of Rose Lulich, Lydia Honchar, Loretta Piatak, Betty Kirla and Amelia Drakos. They were directed by Gloria Gonan in two lovely selec- tions, Victor Herbert’s Sweethearts and This Is My Country. Edwin Gajewski read a stirring patriotic poem. As the program drew to a close, Gloria Gonan led the group in the singing of the club song. Presiding at the tea tables were Olga Kimoff, Mary Klich and Jo- sephine Hirchak. Attractive cakes and candies were served. For the past 15 years the F. B. C. has sponsored a Teachers’ Tea at the close of Courtesy Week in order to foster a closer relationship betw-ecn the factulty and student body, and this annual custom has been instru- mental in creating the splendid friendly co-operation between student and faculty that exists in Froebel High School. Ain’t you got no paper? Ain’t you got no pen? Ain’t you got no envelope To put my letter in? Has you lost my address? Lost my letters, too? Don’t ya know I’m wondering Why I ain’t heard from you? Is ya mad or somethin’ ? Or maybe . . . diggin’ a well? Is ya gonna write tonight ? Ya is? Gee, that’s swell! Page Six THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL November 22, 1944 FASHIONATIONS There were many oil’s and ah s at the annual F. B. C. 1 ea last week. Reason for these exclamations of ad- miration were the Froebel Belles dressed up in their Sunday best. Anne Ply’s brown peasant juniper and yel- low jersey blouse were delightfully girlish. Brown sandals completed the outfit an '. incidentally, girls, she wore a pair of real nylons. The tan- gerine dre s with buttons trailing down the front worn by Sylvia Co- gclia was very becoming to her per- sonality. Small buttons accentuated the pocket. Looking quite elegant in a two-piece black crepe dress, we found Josephine Hirchak. A rainbow colored fh cr placed on the right shoulder added a touch of gaiety to her costume. The edge of the neck- line and shirt were scalloped. My. didn’t Albina Spelich look lovely in that cherry red wool suit? It con- sisted of r. pleated skirt and a fitted jacket u irh novel buttons which seemed to take on the form of a som- brero. Joan Miccolis was simply stun- ning in her aqua button-down dress, and her black pumps were ideal for tire outfit. Very petite was the ad- jective used to describe Marge Zou- mis. She wore a black torso length dress with a sweetheart neckline and buttons marching down the back. A powder blue gabardine frock was worn bv Mary Ellen Neal. The square neckline and puffed sleeves were set off by small bows. Ida Mae Lucas wore a brown pleated skirt and yellow rayon blouse. A yellow ribbon was set in her dark hair, which gave a lovely effect. And last, but not least, our gracious hostess, Blanche Liggett, was attired in brown rayon trimmed in brown silk braid. One of her many beautiful brooches gave just the right finishing touch. All in all, the aftair was very lovely, and was enjoyed immensely by both stu- dents and faculty. Thanks to Yanks Soldiers, sailors, and marines, Men of age and men of ’teens, Men of courage and bravery, Who fight for our dear old liberty, Men of blood, mixed or pure. Who fight to make our peace secure, Who fight on land and on the sea. For them, let us forever thankful be I —J. B. BOW SALES BRING IN MUCH MONEY GRADE SCHOOL TOPS 'EM ALL Jingle, jangle, jingle . . . Money! Money! Money! How come? Who? When ? Why? I et’s take one ques- tion at a time. Many people were “rolling in money” recently, especially the Jour- nalism Class, w'hen they sponsored “Bow Week.” Our start was good when the Freshmen gave $5-95 on Monday. In fact, some of our Fresh- men handed in money ahead of time. Those who wanted to be sure that the early bird would get the bows were Peter Bellessis, George Christian, Frankie Tenoria, John Vasas and Harry Montzouranous. The Sophomores topped the F resh- men by collecting $6.20 on Tuesday. We were even more pleasantly sur- prised on Wednesday when our faithful Juniors gave an even $12. 'File Seniors were close behind on Thursday with $9.70. By Friday, the sale of bows had become a race between classes. All over the building were posted signs telling everyone to buy a bow on .Fri- day. Not only were all the leftover bows sold to high school students, but we also made white ones for many in the grade school. The Freshmen ended their sale with $11.20. It seems as though John Sanchez had more bows than any other F reshman. He even wore them back of his ears. The result of the Sophomore bow- sale was $8.65. Jerry Capusan was one of the many students who wore yellow bows all down the front of his coat. Our.Juniors really topped the box sale with the grand total of $16.55. Several of the Juniors wore their bows in their hair. They were Spiro Manos, Joe Kraznansky and Andy Poulos. As a matter of fact, Andy Kopil had seven bows pinned down the front of his jacket; Ray Leonard Williams had his bows arranged in airplane style; Anita Bury wore her bows on her head as a beanie; Irene Koziclski trimmed her sweater and shoes with Junior bows, and Anne F’eryo trimmed the hem of her skirt with blue bows. The Journalism Class would like to congratulate the Juniors for their wonderful support of the bow sale. The Seniors turned in $10.55 to the bow sale. Incidentally, Ed Yukl, who is the Senior Class president, bought his bows, but didn’t wear them. Senior bows that were sold in M iss Southwick’s 12B English Class went like hot cakes. It seems as if Rose Pollizotto and Babe Massa had more bows than beaux that day. Many of our faithful teachers bought a bow every day. Some of the teachers were Miss Gohdes, Mrs. Uncapher, Mrs. Jones, Miss Lee and, of course, our sponsor, Mrs. Welsh. Our appreciation to the grade school, who did all they could to make the bow sale a success, cannot be expressed enough. The reason for the bow sale was to raise money to send the paper to our boys in the service. The Journalism Class wishes to extend its appreciation to all of you who so generously contributed to the success of the bow sale. LARGE SALES MADE ON 100% DAY The following teachers are to be congratulated for their effort in hav- ing the students of their classes pur- chasing too per cent in war stamps: Miss Bopp’s 9:30 Latin class, Miss Gohdes’'9:30 shorthand class, Mrs. Jones’ 9:30 history class, Mr. Kne- sek’s 9:30 metal shop class, Miss Southwick’s 9:30 English class, Mrs. Stewart’s 9:30 advanced mathematics class, Mrs. Welsh’s 9:30 English class and Mrs. Uncapher’s 9:30 Eng- lish class. Orchids to Miss Maloney's 9:30 arithmetic class for contributing the largest amount,, which was $49.30. The high school students bought $407.30 in stamps and bonds, and the grade school students bought $128.00. The total amount bought by both grade school and high school students amounted to $535.30. Stickers, which were made by Mar- tha Zamora, have been placed on the doors of the 100 per cent classes. The Student Council hopes to find the next 100 per cent day showing all classes with 100 per cent pur- chases. All students are urged to buy u-ar stamps and bonds not only to help the school, but also to help bring the war to a speedy close. November 22, 194A THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven Seeing Double! To prove it, turn to the picture page, top row. Maybe it’s not so unusual to be a twin, but we think the twins at Froc- bel are unusual. As you know, we have two sets of twins now in high school, the Boyajians and Pipases. with another pair, the Lucases, mak- ing their entrance next year. We stu- dents know very little about our twins except that it is sometimes very confusing to tell them apart. On good authority, we have it, how- ever, that everyone can tell the dif- ference between Steve and Lillian Pipas with just a glance. They are the fraternal type and not identical twins. Lillian was born 15 minutes before Steve, and therefore he looks up to her as,a big sister. They tap danced and did specialty acts a few years ago professionally, but since starting higli school they have continued dancing only for pleasure. At present they cheer our teams to victory, having been chosen as cheer leaders recently. We look forward to the basketball season with pleasure. The father of Mary Lou and Cath- erine Boyajian can’t even tell these girls apart, so you can imagine what their teachers and friends go through. By markings and separate closets they somehow manage to keep their clothes from getting mixed. You often see them dressed in yellow, since it is their favorite color. Many are the shows and musicals in which Mary Ivou and Catherine have participated. They are chief flag swingers in the band, replacing the Negovan Twins, who graduated last year. . If it weren’t for an accident, we still wouldn’t know the difference Ire- tween Anna and Ida Lucas. When they were 4 years old, Anna was hit with a baseball bat. This left a small scar over her right eye, and to- day this scar marks the only differ- ence between the twins. They started their careers at the age of 4, singing with Uncle Bob’s program on the radio. Anna and Ida will be entering high school next fall and then hope to be full-fledged twirlers in the band. Here’s hoping you can tell which is which in the future when you see our Froebel twins in the halls. REMEMBER THE BOND RALLY Let’s Be Thankful What is Thanksgiving? It’s a day that was originally set aside by the Pilgrims in 1621, to give thanks to God for all the blessings that had been bestowed upon them by Him. We. as Americans, have for the past few war years had so much more to be thankful for than the rest of the world. We all know it, but we’ve never quite appreciated the privileges we own. Only those who were there, when t'r Swastika overran Europe, or when the J ips invaded the Philippine Islands, can know what freedom real- ly weans. The Gestapo never threat- ened us! We weren’t there at Lidice; at the persecution of the Jews! And with our bojs at Bataan and Guadal- canal. How can we know just how much we have? We can only try to understand and be thankful for it all. NowadaySj everyone has a loved one in the service. Some of us have lost, perhaps, a brother, a father, an uncle, a cousin, or a sweetheart. Yes, these are hard times—but we have been the luckiest people in the world, up to now. Victory is a little closer than it was last year. We’ve sacri- ficed, and many more sacrifices will hare to be made, so that on a future Thanksgiving Day we can sit down at the Thanksgiving table, together. Many chairs will be vacant on that humble Thanksgiving Day, but we ask God for victory to come, and a lasting peace! —Mary Jane Hric. THIRD GRADE PUPILS DECORATE THEIR ROOM Eighty pupils of Classes 14 and 15. of the third grade, have helped to decorate their room. The children painted a little bookcase and have done a great deal of art work to beautify their classroom. Covers were made for the little chairs in the room. All this helps them to appre- ciate the lovely room. ARMY SLANGUAGE Cold Cuts—Numerous deductions from each pay. On the Make—Looking for pro- motion. Blanket Drill—Sleeping. Chicago Piano—Machine gun. Cackleherry and Grunts—Eggs and bacon. Malt Milk—Beer. Filling Station—Mess hall. A Poem of Thanks Oh, Lord. I am thankful today That things are favorable my way; I have a family so very fine Who make my days seem all in rhyme. I have about me many friends Who shower me with love no end; Today I offer this, my Prayer, In thanks to Thee, O Lord so fair. —G. P. NOTES ABOUT OUR OWN KINDERGARTEN A child must be 5 years old by De- cember to enter kindergarten. There are 40 pupils in the kindergarten classes, which are three hours long. The children are taught to play in groups. Some of the materials used in the instruction of the children are blocks, paints, sand box, puzzles, dolls, crayons and libraries with in- teresting books. The purpose of kindergarten is to try and develop the moral, mental and physical ability of each child. They are taught to be polite, to listen to each speaker, and to speak when spoken to. Great attention is given to music, and they simply love stories. The flag salute is recited by all every day. There are two sets of twins in the kindergarten class, Robert and Bar- bara McGrew, and Shirley and Jo Ann LaDico. The kindergarten teachers are Miss Mary Schell and Mrs. Otto Reising. Foolish Filings THAT’S IT! Fern T.: Give me an example of nothing. Dot B.: A bladeless knife with no handle. MIXED UP A certain GI named Beebe, Wished to wed with a lady named Phoebe, But first be must see What the clerical fee be. Before Phoebe be his Phoebe Beebe. COULD BE Teacher: I said the compositions on milk were to be two pages long. Yours is only one and a half pages, ttne. Jane G.: But I wrote about con- densed milk. Pago Eighl John Armenta, S c, is stationed on the USS New Mexico in the South Pacific. John enjoyed reading The Steel Dust Journal, especially about the activities going on in school. He is hoping to meet his brother Fred who also is somewhere in the South Pacific. Pvt. Louis Photos is stationed at Buckley Field in Colorado, where he is taking his basic training. Louis has seen quite a few sights, and among them are Pikes Peak, Long’s Peak, and Mt. Evans. He went to Colo- rado Springs and saw Will Rogers’ Memorial Shrine. His disappointment came when he discovered that the train that goes to the summit of Pikes Peak was closed for the season. He did, however, get to go to the zoo and get a treat from the monkey 1 ouse. Eugene 'Peso and Gino Burelli were home on leave after finishing their I i-week boot training at Great Lakes. Both alumni entered the Navy at the same time and went through their training together. Sgt.: Hey, Meathead, would you like to see some bubble dancing? Meathead: Yeah, I sure would. Sgt.: Well, go over to the mess hall and wash dishes with some of that GI soap! Pfc. Larry Sanchez is stationed with the 70th Division at Fort Leon- ard Wood, Missouri. The 70th Di- vision is called the Trailblazer Divi- sion and they have a very unique in- signia. Larry expects to go overseas soon and is in his last stages of train- ing. Edward Duchscher has received the rating of petty officer, third class. At present he is aboard a destroyer on duty in the Sotuh Pacific. Edward has had 15 months of overseas duty and has been in the Navy 18 months. Pvt. George Taseff, stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, with the Tank Corps, came home on a weekend pass not long ago. While he was home for this short while, he and Rudy Ko- vachevich, also home on leave from his V-12 training, had quite a get- together. While we in Gary are freezing to death, Pvt. Gus Novak and his bud- dies are being treated for sunburn at Camp Bowie in Texas. Gus says he'll take the Hoosier state any day. Advice we received from Gus, “If you happen to come to Texas, stay only one day and leave!” Gus plays trumpet in one of the bands down at THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL OUR BOYS it it it it AROUND THE GLOBE camp and in this way earns a little money on the side to help out his buck private’s earnings. Gus has a choice of three jobs offered him in the Med- ical Corps. He can either be a first- aid man, a hospital attendant, or an undertaker. Wearing the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Purple Heart, the Presi- dential Citation and the Air Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, Staff Sergeant Paul Feczko, tail gunner on a Flying Fortress, after having spent 21 days at home, has been sent to a redistribution center at Miami, Flor- ida. He has been in the Army two v ears and has been on 34 missions flying from England. Paul has seen action over the French invasion coast, Paris, Merscberg, Magdeburg, Ham- burg, Hanover and Berlin. While home, Richard Stempak and Eugene Teso very generously contrib- uted to The Steel Dust Journal Fund. Thank you, boys, we really appreciate your help. Pvt. Fictor Popa received The Steel Dust Journal_while he was in England. Vic now’ls in France and remarks that after getting acquainted with pence and shillings, he had to start all over again with sous and francs. Flight Officer David Molik re-, ccived his silver wings at Victorville. California, where he was graduated with a class of bombardiers. David also is qualified to serve as a gunner or navigator aboard bombardment planes. George Marjanian, P 3 c, is serv- ing at a naval ammunition depot in New Caledonia. George entered the Navy a year and three months ago, and has been overseas for one year. On November 1st, he received his rating of printer, third class. Chief: I thought you were dead. Sailor: What gave you the idea? Cihef: Your officer said something nice about you this morning. Joe Ponscak, S 2 c, finished his boot training at Camp Peary, Vir- ginia, and came home on his first leave. While at Camp Peary, Joe kept on with his singing and sang with a choir. After his leave was over Joe returned to Camp Peary. He runs a drill press in the company’s machine shop. November 22, 1944 Pvt. George Berbas is at present in the Army Specialized Training Pro- gram at Ohio State University. George expects a furlough soon. He has only one comment to make: high school was a cinch compared to what he’s up against now. Mae Gee PPong, HA i c, is sta- tioned at a naval hospital in Shoe- maker, California. Mae is a private secretary to a Navy doctor in plastic surgery. (Amelia Real to us Gary folk.) Albert Jocus, S i c, is at present with the Pacific fleet in Hawaii. During the USO tour, A1 had the good fortune to be entertained by the film star, Betty Hutton. AI described her as a “buzz bomb with legs.” Witty, isn’t he? Is the Oak Leaf Cluster a new decoration ?” “Why, no; Adam wore one.” SERVICE MAN’S PRAYER ON THANKSGIVING Almighty Father, whose way is in the sea, and whose paths are in the great waters, whose command is over all and whose love never faileth: Let me be aware of Thy presence and obedient to Thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me against dishonesty in purpose and in deed, and helping me so to live that I can stand unashamed and unafraid before my fellow men, my loved ones, and Thee. Protect those in whose love I live. Give me the will to do the work of a man and to accept my share of responsibilities with a strong heart and cheerful mind. Make me consid- erate of those interested to my lead- ership and faithful to the duties my country has entrusted in me. Let my uniform remind me daily of the tradi- tions of the Service of which I am a part. If I am inclined to doubt, steady my faith; if I am tempted, make me strong to resist; if I should miss the mark, give me courage to try again. Guide me with the light of truth, and keep before me the life of Him, by whose examples and help, I trust to obtain the answer to my prayer on this Thanksgiving Day, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. ON TIME Here lies the body of Pvt. Groogan; He died of heart attack. His cleaning was promised Tuesday, And on Tuesday he got it back! STEEL DUST JOURNAL A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LITE volume n. wo. 6 FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL ★ GARY. INDIANA decembeb b. 19«« , FROEBEL GOES OVER THE TOP!!! WAR BOND RALLY RAISES $12,425.00 SENIORS WIN THE RACE Froebel School once again was a place of excitement when the G. A. A., under the war service chairman- ship of Artemis Kvros, held a war bond rally in the school auditorium. The total amount of money raised was $12,425. Our goal was $10,000, and we are glad to say we topped it. Mr. Butler and the A. O. A.. Miss Beall, Mrs. Lee, and Mr. McAllis- ter, with the able members of the Student Council, and Mrs. Deal, did a great deal in putting the rally over. The booths throughout the halls uere under very capable manage- ment. In charge of the grade school booth were Dorothy Julius and Rose Lulich. Betty Cidulka was head of the Freshman booth, with Catherine Vaseloff at the Sophomore booth, and Anne Ply working for the Juniors. Victoria Kyros was at the head of the Senior booth. It really was a neck and neck race to see which class would top all others in the purchase of war bands and stamps. The Seniors finally won out, with the amount of $2.750.00 to their credit. Next in line were the Freshmen with $2,250.00. The Jun- iors followed with $2,200.00, and last, but not least, were the Sopho- mores with $2,100.00. Lorraine Pa- lacz contributed to the Freshman cause by purchasing a $500 bond. All out for victory, Joan Ward bought $1,000 worth of bonds and raised the Sophomore fund. Artemis Kyros bought the most in the Junior class, while Rudy Alabach aad Arnold Bernstein led in the Senior class. home talent show FILLED AUDITORIUM Fbe show really was stupendous, and everybody enjoyed it. It was packed with talent, featuring twirlers and flag swingers, dancing and sing- ing by Froebel’s outstanding and nothing but the best,” and Herbie FROEBEL SCHOOL ON THE AIR The Hammond Radio Station. WJOB, sponsoring a series of public school programs in Lake County, in- vited Froebel to be the first of the Gary public schools to have the honor of broadcasting. I he 40-minute program took place from 2:40 to 3:10 p. m. on the stage of the Froebel School Auditorium on Nov. 30. The Concert Band, direct- ed by Mr. Resur, played; the a Cap- pella and Aeolians performed under the direction of Mrs. Lee; Gloria Gonan sang a solo, and a violin solo was played by Seymour Abrams. There was a panel discussion given by Mr. Jancose’s debatign class on the topic, ‘‘The Postwar Woman,” and the Citamard Dramatic Club, sponsored by Mrs. Cohen, presented The Valiant. The program was worth while, went along smoothly, and surely was enjoyed by the students and the lis- tening audience. Cox's swing band, who had volun- teered their services to put the show over. The show started at 9 and went on every hour except the lunch hours. The able and witty master of ceremonies who kept the show going was none other than Arnold Bern- stein. Others who contributed their parts were Angeline Ramirez. Georg- ann Pepoff, Elizabeth Pepoff, Garret Cope. Rosendo Varella, Gloria Gonan, Hilda Del Busto. Victoria Argostina, Jesse James. Ed Gray. Kermit Hopkins, Bessie Georgadis, Marv Sourinis, Sophie Georgadis, Herby Cox and his band, James Henderson, and our own Froebel Band. There were many others who have not been listed who helped in selling and purchasing stamps and bonds, who planned the show, and who went all out in putting this rally over. To these we give praise, for they arc true American soldiers. Seniors Shine File crowd attending “Snowtime. the first Senior Class dance of the tear, on December 1st, found the girls’ gym decorated in a novel way. In the center of the room sat a large, jolly snowman and long white stream- ers floated overhead. This winter theme promoted an unusual atmos- phere. Latest records provided the music for dancing which began at 7130 p. m. There were waltzes for dreamy- eyed people, and jive for the jitter- bugs. Refreshments were sold at an attractively decorated stand. When the last dance was announced at 10:30, a marked reluctancy to leave was noticed in everyone. Ann Pavicich heads the social com- mittee responsible for the success of the dance. Other members include Edward Yukl, who is the Senior Class president; Lucille Badanish, Dora Mackin, George Ramusack, Rose Polizotto, Joe Kozma, Violet Frankovich, Robert Nickovich and Robert Cervantes. Senior Class sponsors are Kathryn Welsh, Anne Jones, Margaret South- wick and O. E. Fisher. LIGHT GOSSIP Have you ever stopped to realize how much money is spent for the light bill here at Froebel? Of course, indirectly, the school doesn’t pay for it . . . the taxpayers do! (That means your parents, too). During a recent survey conducted in the corridors, it was discovered that there are about 108 lights in the Main, East, and West buildings. We cannot even estimate the amount of the light bill. We would need Mor- genthau to help us. Most of the pupils never seem to consider what it costs to light a building as large as Froebel. We con- ducted this survey, to prove to the students that a great deal of money is spent so that each and every one of us can go to school in a building that is a delight because there is light. Page Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL December 8, 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price $1.00 a Year K. A. NlZl'M Principal K. S. ALBRIGHT Assistant Principul STAFF Kdit«� r. Sports. c opy Circulation....-...- Busin-'ss Manager.. Service News . Class Sponsor 1'rlntinR Sponsor Printers............ Art Typing Gertrude Baneh .John Baranko Nick Stevoff Ann Feryo Catherine Vaseloff . Wleanor Berziah . nn Marencik Fannie Blatsouris Angeline Ramirez Ann Thomas Anglene Klmas Kathryn Welsh Harvey Knes k ..Phil Pietrzak Arnold Bernstein John Baranko Mildred Smiejcel Seventh Period Shorthand Class VOICE OF THE STUDENT Since our school building has been dirty for quite a time, it seems as if we’d appreciate the fact that our walls have been painted. But do Froe- bel students appreciate anything? No! They do not! Before the walls on the first floor had been painted a v cek someone who evidently didn’t like the color, redecorated them with pencil marks. One of the janitors washed off the pencil marks, and the walls again were clean, but how long will they stay that way? They should stay clean for quite a while, but probably someone will decide to draw a heart and put so-and-so loves so- and-so. Or perhaps the walls are the only place some people can find to sign their autographs. If you feel you absolutely HAVE to touch the walls, try first to wash your hands— the FBI may want your fingerprints . . . but we don’t want them on our walls. Remember, the walls are not a place for advertising, autographs, pic- tures, or any other kind of “jive.” Paper may be scarce, but clean paint- ed walls are scarcer. The dirt can be washed off, but don’t forget the paint also will come off and, before you know it, our school will look just as it did before it was painted. A STUDENT. STAMP SALES rile Student Council is taking an active part in the selling of bonds and stamps. War stamps are being sold during the lunch hours at the stamp booth on second floor. The Student Council is making an appeal to all sutdents to participate and help make their war project a success. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS HIP, HIP, HOORAY! Here’s to your day. May every good fortune Be headed your way! Wally Fles, Freshman........Dec. i Nick Stevoff, Junior..........Dec. I Elizebeth Bencze, Freshman..Dec. i John Suglove, Freshman......Dec. 3 Ann Koveck, Junior............Dec. 4 Sophie Diamond .Senior......Dec. 5 Nick Magurean, Senior.......Dec. 5 Dora Mackin, Senior...........Dec. 6 Anne Malocha, Freshman......Dec. 6 Andy Panos, Senior............Dec. 6 Nick Sanchez, Freshman......Dec. 6 Sylvia Enoshel. Junior......Dec. 7 George Krazicz, Freshman....Dec. 7 Martha Reyes, Junior........Dec. 8 Arthur Gonzales, Sophomore..Dec. 9 Frank Kmetz, Junior...........Dec. 9 John Krasnansky, Freshman....Dec. 9 Helen Radivan, Freshman.....Dec. 9 Bernard Rusza, Frerhman.....Dec. 9 Gladvs McKinnie, Soph......Dec. 10 William Buchko, Senior.....Dec. 11 Marie Kisylia, Junior......Dec. 12 Dorothy iKsh. Freshman.....Dec. 13 I orretta Kwilasz, Soph....Dec. 13 Christ Paraschos, Freshman..Dec. 13 DECEMBER CALENDAR December 1—Senior Class Dance, Girls’ Gym. 7:30-10:30 p. m. Alpha G. A. A. Bond Rally, large Audito- rium, 9-4 p. m. December 4—Teen Age Canteen. Girls’ Gym, 7-9 p. m., Beta G. A. A. December 6—Basketball double- header. Froebel at Tolleston, Lew Wallace at Emerson. December 7—Basketball double- header, Lew Wallace at Froebel, Tolleston at Emerson. December 8 — Freshman Dance, Girls’ Gym, 4-6 p. m. December 12—Basketball, Froebel at Emerson. December 12—Teen Age Canteen, Girls’ Gym, 7-10 p. m„ Beta G. A. A. December 15—Basketball, Roose- ' velt. East Chicago, at Froebel. December 20 — Alpha G. A. A. Christmas Spread. Auidtorium and Girls’ Gym, 6-9 p. m. - December 22 to January 8, 1945 —Christmas Vacation and Christmas Basketball Tourney. FRESHMEN DANCE TONITE THERE’S MUSIC IN THE AIR If you’re interested in a review of the best weekly listening pleasure, hop aboard our Melody Express and tune in on the following programs: Monday, 8:30 p. m., WMAQ— The Bell Telephone Hour with a dif- ferent famous guest each week. Stars of the opera, concert stage and sym- phony for top musical entertainment. Monday, 8:30 p. m., WENR— Spotlight Bands. Hear all your fa- vorites. Same time ,samc station, ev- ery night. Tuesday, 7:00 p. m., WMAQ— Listen to Ginny Simms entertain our fighting men with their favorite songs. Wednesdav, 8:00 p. m„ WBBM —This is Frankie’s night to shine. Need more be said? Sinatra, the bobby sox brigade is at your feet! (Well, all except the Crosby fans.) Wednesday, 9:30 p. m., WBBM —Ah! Nelson Eddy. Let his deep and vibrant tones ripple over your air waves. His guests always are inter- esting, too. Thursday, 8:00 p. m., WMAQ— M usic Hall with Bing Crosby, and lie’s still “going your way.” Friday, 10:00 p. m., WMAQ— Let’s go shopping muiscally with Tohnnv Mercer every night except Sunday. Outstanding? Jo Stafford. Her voice will make you melt, poso- lutely. Friday. 10:00 p. m., WIND— What some people fondly call the “dead hour” has very good recorded symphony for those who like it. Saturday, 7 :oo p. m.. WMAQ— Kenny Baker sings for those who en- joy a sweet tenor voice. On Sunday there is enough music broadcast for an all-day session. Lis- ten to John Charles Thomas, Weber and the symphony, Andre Kostelan- etz, Bandwagon music, the Merry- Go-Round, and the Hour of Charm, with its all-girl orchestra. May each pair of ears tingle with the best popular and classical music of today. POETIC One day while laying on the green, A little book I seen. An English grammar was the edition So I left it lay in the same posi- tion. December 8. 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three BETA G. A. A, NEWS The Beta G. A. A. has started a new project, Teen Age Night, which now is in full swing. Teen Age Night is every Wednesday from 7:0� to 9:00. Music is supplied by The Duke, The Count, Maestro Hamp- ton, The King Cole Trio, and just scores of other fine entertainers— all by means of records. Teen Age Night was started be- cause of the demand for frequent dances. I'he habitual cry was “We want more dances!” That’s where Teen Age Night came in. The de- mand had to be answered. Each week the girls introduce new dance steps for the benefit of all who choose to learn or participate in any of the dance routines. Our spe- cialty is the La Conga line, headed by Mae Lee Thomas. There also are c mpetitive games in which the girls and boys engage. The boys are helpful and the girls learn many intricate dance steps just by paying strict attention to them. The boys who don’t know how to dance shouldn’t feel embarrassed about it. unless they show no interest. We girls want the boys for dancing partners, not for room decorations. Isn’t that right, girls? Teen Age Night is under the su- pen ision of Anna Mae Boyd and her committee, who have many good things planned. There is room for improvement, but with full co-opera- tion this shouldn’t be difficult. JUNIOR DANCE AGAIN ATTRACTS LARGE CROWD The Juniors did it again! Another one of the Juniors’ successful events, “Pumpkin Promenade,” held Novem- ber 22, was a very enjoyable enter- tainment. Everyone present had a wonderful time. The Gym was decorated with orange, brown, yellow and green streamers, and cornstalks and pump- kins were placed all around the gym. Music played by Herby Cox and Band was enjoyed by all, T he success of the dance can be. ac- credited to the social chairman, Stella Demos, and her committee of stu- dents: Sam Bain, Angie Roganovich, Angleen Elmas, Frank Kmetz and Joe Krasnansky. The Junior Class sponsors, Mrs. Stewart, Miss Gohdes, Mr. Chamberlain and Mr. Aurit, attended the dance. CIO YOU SAY... WE HAD SPIRIT? Pep meetings arc intended to inject considerable hep into' Froebel spirit, and when they are called, cheer lead- ers and faculty members alike, desire to see capacity crowds attending them. (Well make arrangements to put the surplus students on the chan- deliers !) When at basketball games, strive to get all Froebel students to sit to- gether. Boys, there is no need for vou to see girls from rival schools except at the half and after the games (that is, unless the man shortage is abso- lutelv unbearable!) The same also applies to you girls! With our bar- ketball season well under way. we will need far better organizing and pep-hep to back our team. New yells are being introduced and, for goodness sake, kids, learn them! The cheer leaders ask but three things of you students: Learn your yells, say them at a snappy pace (and we don’t mean morbid), and. for Frocbel’s sake, Y-E-L-L with gusto”! Let’s back our team and sec these swell games! Unpack Froebcl’s school spirit out of the moth balls! Get hep. Blue Devils, and let’s see you brew some Pep! THE STUDENT COUNCIL ROLLS UP ITS SLEEVES A committee of four recently was formed on the Student Council for the purpose of redecorating the study halls. Through their efforts, the bulletin boards on third floor will be given a much-needed paint job. Every week, interesting as well as worth-while material will be displayed on them. Those on the committee are Ar- nold Bernstein, Garret Cope, Nick Stevoff and Marta Zamora. HOW TO WIN GRADES AND INFLUENCE TEACHERS Here are some suggestions which should help the school life and grades of each student: 1. Always hand your work in late. The teacher will have time to give it individual attention. 2. Don’t make up work missed during absences. The teacher might forget about it. SENIOR GIRL WINS PRIZE icky Kyros was the lucky sub- scriber who was awarded the $3.00 cash prize at the drawing held on Friday, December 1, 1944, in the auditorium. The drawing was made by Mr. h rank Albright, assistant principal, during the 1 o’clock hour of .the bond rally. Due to the heights of the anticipation of the subscribers in the audience, the drawing was made- standing on chairs. A last appeal is being made to all of you students who as y et ha e not subscribed. If you are interested in your school and its functions, ou u ill not delay, but “subscribe” todav. in time for the second semester. So come on, get on the beam and sup- port your school newspaper! Contact the sponsor, or any staff member in , regard to this suggestion. Y-FROFS ELECT NEW OFFICERS T'he Senior Y-Froes held a meeting at the YWCA recently to have elec- tion of officers for the new club term. Succeeding Vicky Kyros as presi- dent is Angeline Ramirez. The new vice president is Margaret Macaluso. Violet Marcus was elected secretary : Ann Ply, treasurer; Julia Pavlik, publicity chairman; Alice Toth, so- ' cial chairman, and Marge Zoumis was elected program chairman. Serv- ing for a second time on the Inter- dub Council is Fanny Blatsioris. and a new council member. Christine Swetky. Other members are Irene Bollog, Amelia Flores, Sophie Dia- mond, Andriana folias and Bessie Stou ratis. The new officers will be installed at the next meeting and plans for fu- ture meetings will be discussed. Members are quite confident the new officers will do their utmost to further the good work of the Y-froes. Mrs. H. Hague, able sponsor, will assist. - 3. When you get your report card go up and ask the teacher why you didn t get an “A.” You may be able to bluff her into changing your grade. 4. Make her explain the lesson over and over. It’s good vocal ex- ercise. 5. Force her to give you detention room slips. It shows her you like to be in school. 6. Loaf until it’s report card time and then try to impress her with one last burst of energy. Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL December 8. 1944 BASKETBALL SEASON OPENS The 1944-1945 Froebel Basketball team has a very good chance of be- ing one of the best teams in the state. The Blue Devils lack height, but- they are experienced, and that’s what counts. This year’s team has six players with previous varsity experience. They are Bob Nichovich, Rudy Ala- bach, Joe Kozma, James Johnson, Robert Cervantes and Steve Badylak. The average height for the team is 5 feet 9 inches, several inches shorter than that of previous years. 'Fhe other boys who made up last t ear’s varsity squad either have been graduated or drafted. They are Billy Tosheff, graduated; Jim Taneff, graduated ; George Dobrea, Army; Frank Rhemwich, graduated; Steve Spiro, Navy; Marvin Argenta, grad- uated. and George Tasseff, Army. If any of these boys “were still around” basketball prospects might look much better. SPEEBBALL TOURNEY The kickoff by the center forward started the first game of girl’s speed- ball tournament on a very fine day at 1:15 p. m. out on the field. The competition of putting and dribbling skill was between the second hour gym class and the sixth hour gym class. Even though the second hour team had to borrow a few reserves from the opposing team (some girls didn’t come) the score was o to o. The girls who played were the sec- ond hour regulars: Olga Bclkow. Marge Macaluseo, (yatherine Vascl- off, Mildred Ribar, Christine Swet- ky. Borrowed reserves: Johnnie Mae I.ogan. Mae Lee Thomas, Erma Williams and Alice Matson. The regulars of the sixth hour team were: Rose Boyajian, Esper- anza Cardenas, Nell Craig, Hazel SPORTS PUZZLE Steve.....adylak Rudy......laback James Chri.....toff Joe.....uzma Jam.....s Hadley Joe S.....upor Bo.....Nickovich Joe H.....yuk A......ex Vagenas Car.....Taseff Sam F’os....ero Bob C.....rvantes Chris G.....stivich Ja.....es Johnson 1944 BLUE DEVIL BASKETBALLERS Player—Class— Height Jimmy Christoff, Junior..... 5 io Joe Hayduk, Junior........... 5 8J4 Mike Sorounis, Junior....... 5 8J4 Alex Vaginas, Junior......... 5 9 Tom Katsimopolis, Soph...... 6 2 Joe Kuzma, Senior............ 6 i Bob Nickovich, Senior....... 5 io Rudy Alabach, Senior......... 5 8 Steve Badylak, Senior....... 5 11 George F'rankovich, Senior.... 5 11 Bob Cervantes, Senior....... 5 9 Carl Taseff. Junior.......... 6 O Chris Gastevich, Frosh...... 6 I Ronald Jones, Senior......... 5 IO Sherman Riley, Soph.......... 5 9 lames Johnson, Senior........ 5 8 Tom Puscak, Soph............. 6 I Rudy Andrews, Soph........... 5 9 James McGee, Soph............ 5 9 Sam Fostero, Soph............ 5 io Mike Chelovich, Soph......... 6 O Toe Stupor, F'rosh........... 5 IO John Hadley, Frosh........... 5 io Coach—Hank Mantz. Managers — Harry Katsimpolis, John Marjanian. Chris l.alevich. Dobbs, Lorraine Kcpshire, Marie Kisylia, Jane Leone, Rose Lulich, Ida Mac Lucco and Joyce Powell. The reserves were Sally Wocjik and Anne Molocha. Swimming Shorts After a few practice sessions, the Blue Devil Swimming Team is tak- ing shape. As yet definite posts have not been assigned, but a coach never is decided on matters of this sort, es- pecially when he’s starting from scratch. Danny Oprish seems to be master of the diving division, and occasion- ally gives the pool room a thorough washing with his dive bombings. Mike Sosh, Chris Zehiralis, Manuel Nova. Edmund Benedict and Augus- tine Leon seem to be pretty good speedboats, with their ability to swim the required lengths. .Among the promising swimmers for later in the season contests are John Baranko, Mart Reyes, Nick Thiros, John Krasnansky and Frank Zargosa. We could use some more swimmers so don’t be afraid, Blue Devils. Join our PT patrol and submerge our rivals. Spread News Fun and entertainment, alL this, and food, too, will be had at the Alpha G. A. A. annual Spread. This vear the Spread will be held on De- cember 20, at 6:oo p. m. in the girls’ gym. The girls will dress in gym suits and meet in the auditorium. If the girl has a teacher guest to bring she will meet her in a designated place. An official greeting will be extend- ed by the President, Ecnie Bollog, and awards will be given to the mem- bers who have earned them. The Dance Group will present a number. Then off to the gym. First comes food, then the exchange of gifts, and last, but not least, the relays. “Fun for all and all for fun.” December 8. 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Five F. B. C. VIEWS AND REVIEWS BOOSTER CLUB COMMITTEE REPORTS Since a club is judged largely upon its social affairs, the Social Commit- tee is the one that brings the F. B. C. before the eyes of the students in Froebel School, and before the com- munity at large. The Huddle, our first big dance of the year, was handled in such a fash- ion that every girl on the committee had a chance to plan and work for tie success of the dance. Pennants, for decorations, were planned for and made by the Social Committee. Any- one who attended the dance will agree that the decorations were quite original and clever. Our next big project was the Big Sister Party, an annual affair, in- tended to acquaint the underclass- men with the upperclassmen. Favors were required for the party, and the Social Committee came across with clever favors of three lollipops with huge yellow and blue ribbons at- tached. The Teachers’ Tea. one of the big- gest projects of the school year, was handled by the Social Committee. Plans for the tea were being formu- lated several weeks before the tea was to be held. Only with such plan- ning could such a project be handled by any group of girls. What might seem to be minute details were con- sidered very important by the girls on the Social Committee. The l ea was a well organized affair and each girl that had a hand in the prepara- tion can well sprout wings, for they did a magnificent job of planning and carrying through. For all practical purposes, the So- cial Committee moulds the policies of the club, and brings it before the critical eyes of the entire school. One of the most important jobs of the Booster Committee is the mak- ing of posters and programs for the many events sponsored by F. B. C. The girls have been kept busy this year with the Big Sister Party, the Teachers’ Tea, and our monthly birthday parties. The Booster Com- mittee is made up of the following girls: Mary Ellen Neal, Anne Feryo, Olga Belkow, Gertrude Danch, Ha- zel Dobbs, Veska Naidenoff, Marie Kisylia and Sylvia Enoshcl. Life Portraits In order that the FBC members may live up to their motto. Build for Character, Not for Tame, they studv the lives of famous women. Every month three members volun- teer to talk about and discuss a fa- mous women they have selected. Thus the girls tend to obtain a gen- era! knowledge of good literature and develop an appreciation for the cul- tural things of life. The girls feel they arc steadily progressing toward higher standards of education and are slowly reaching the goal of all stu- dents who believe in our school mot- to: For life, not for school, we learn. A little more kindness, a little less creed, A little more giving, a little less greed, A little less kickin’ when a man is down. A little more “we” ... a little less “I” A little more flowers on journey’s life, And fewer on graves at end of strife. INTELLIGENT Some “brainy” man figured what the D. C. means after Washington. He concluded that it means “Darned Crowded.” ____ __ 'File Program Committee does work that is out of the ordinary. The members do not have to deal with material things or use their hands constructively, but must possess crea- tive ability, imagination, and a critic’s viewpoint. Their job is to organize, try out. and put over entertainment that is both valuable, interesting and amusing, for the pleasure of the I'. B. C. members. Members of the com- mittee include Amelia Drakos, Rose Lulich, Vicky Kyros, Anne Ply. Lydia Honchar, Ida Mae Lucco, Panagoita Alexiou, Albina Spclich, Dorothy Balash and Mary Marencik. The F. B. C. has its welfare group, too. The chairman and her commit- tee see that members or former mem- bers of the F. B. C. who are ill, are visited or remembered with a card. T he biggest job that the Welfare has is the contribution of canned goods to fill a basket or two for the relief agencies in Gary at Chrirtmas time. BIRTHDAY PARTY A second F. B. C. birthday party was held recently in honor of mem- bers whose birthdays fall during the month of Nov ember. T he cafeteria was decorated in a Thanksgiving theme and the girls were seated ac- cording to little red and white place- cards. Miss Liggett spoke to the jirls and wished them Thanksgiving joy. The club song was sung and a prayer of thanks was said. Stella Wukic’i, chairman of the committee in charge of the party, then announced that a plav called “The Fatal Guest” vvx to be given. Everyone found the skit to be most delightful and amu: ing. Olga Kimoff presented gold and blue ribboned links symbolizing the chain of friendship to the honored girls. They were Rose Polizzotto, Ger- trude Danch, Mary Libassi. Victoria Kyros, Ida Mae Lucco, Mary Ma- rencik, Anne Kalinich and Mary Kopil. After cake, pop and candy were served, the party ended with the girls linking hands and saying, “Let us be loyal friends, now and forever.” What’s Buzzin7 NOTICE . . . T he next basketball game, Decem- ber 12th, is with our arch-enemy, Emerson. Be “extra sure” you at- tend this game and cheer like you never have before. ORCHIDS . . . To all students who participated in the Radio Broadcast and Bond Rally. To the Basketball Team for their fine “showings” against Tolleston. Washington East Chicago and Lew Wallace. To the Junior Class for sponsoring the very successful dance, “Pumpkin Promenade.” ONIONS . . . To all those students who borrow a dime to buy a stamp on ioo per cent day. To all those students who appear dav after day in the detention room. SECRET AMBITIONS . . . To make Jimmy Cougias “water boy” on the swimming team. To see Miss Liggett chew gum. THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL December 8, 1944 Musical Moaning The room was empty and the wan- derer was about ready to leave when from behind the door came a low, minor wail, as if wrung from the throat of a suffering human being. The hearer remained horror strick- en and stood rooted to the floor by the awful noises coming from behind a closed door. The cry rose higher and higher until it became a scream of horror. Suddenly it stopped as if someone had been throttled from be- . hind. Sweat rolled off the hearer’s brow and he shook as if he had palsy. Then something broke loose and from be- hind the closed door came moans, groans, screams, veils, sighs, sobs and yells! Tlie person in the outer room was just about ready to yell “murder” u hen the noise stopped—the door Opened and a masculine voice (Mr. Resur’s) said, “I think we’ve got that march now. That’s all for today.” AMAZING ME! While strolling around the vicinity of my home the other night I was startled by a cry for help. I turned and saw a woman being attacked by a ruffian. 1 immediately went to the distressed damsel’s rescue. When tlie scoundrel saw me coming he fled and I began the chase. He was a very fast man but, of course, 1 caught up to him. A terrific struggle followed but due to my extraordinary strength I came out the victor. After taking him to the police, I was informed that there was a large reward for the thief. Just as I was going to receive the reward . . . my mother woke me up. UPS AND DOWNS Nine hundred? Six hundred? One thousand ? No, these figures are all wrong. Before you read this article, why don’t you try an d guess how many stairs you think we have in Froebel? When you go up and down the stairs during the day you think there are loads and loads of them, but there are only approximately 496 stairs in Froebel, not counting the fire escapes. -------------1__ “He asked me to marry him and make him happy.” Which did you decide to do?” NEW DRAMATIC GROUP IS FORMED With the adoption of a constitu- tion, final plans for a new dramatic club we e completed. At a former meeting the name, “Junior Thes- pians, was selected by members of the club from a group of three names that were suggested. Mrs. Deal is the sponsor of the club, with the fol- lowign officers to work with her: Rose Kobernick, president; Olga Skrivan, secretary; Sarah Elmas, treasurer; George Demos, social chairman; John Gallinatti, publicity chairman, and George Daicoff, par- liamentarian. .Members of the club are Victor Alabach, Doris Audenaert, Diane C helap, Helen Chrison, George C hristian, Richard Gelbesky, Corne- lia (iusan, Kathline Johnston. Dan •Meiu, Patty Miccolis, Nick Petroff, Jeanette Markovich, Marian Ozan- ich, Lorraine Palacz, Anna Papacas, Robert Regalado, Angeline Prado, Bernard Ruzga, Mary Souronis. Marv Strimbu and Margaret Sulich. The first performance was the play, “Ten Minutes by the Clock,” given before auditorium classes re- cently. Work on another play has been started and casts soon will be chosen. NEW NAMES FOR FRENCH STUDENTS The new French students have been “renamed” again, you might say. At any rate, here ate some of the new names for the familiar faces: Amelia Drakos, Fleurette; Bill Pou- los, Raoul; Bill Mamelson, Hugues; Angeline Poulos, Annette; Audrey Jamison, Rose; Romero Jimenez, Jacques; Elizabeth Spinally, Fiji; Kathleen Johnston, Henrietta Mary Kopcik, Mitzi; Gloria Gonan, Mign- onne: Joan Gadbury, Jeanine; Rose- mary F eczo, Antoinette; Arthur Scott, Charles; Geraldine Jadernak, Anne; Gladys McKinnie, Yvette; Kcrmit Hopkins, Francoise Anjoine; Garret Cope, Garrielle tie la Cope; Leonard Levenda, Roger; Robert Miller, Pierre; Eulla Whitaker, Yvonne; Anne Boyd, Claudette; Do- lores Olaf, Marcella, and John Hav- ert, Jean. BLUE DEVIL BUGGIES What do our handsome Romeos do in cases of transportation difficulties? I axi fares are high, buses are crowd- ed, and bicycles are a bit conspicuous with four or five girls dangling on the handle bars. The problem was solved after our baffled Casanovas capitalized on their family omnibuses. Nowadays, you can see Rudy Alaback sporting his papa’s Buick; Steve Badylak, his family’s Pontiac, and Edwin Ga- jewski, his Oldsmobile. He calls it his own because he more or less mo- nopolizes it on his spare (?) evenings. Andy Poulos’ special built Chrysler, which he can be seen maneuvering like a battleship on 8th and Washing- ton occasionally, really is the berries. H0-0-0-WOW!!! Richard Gercsy and George Skalt- sas use their “autos” for any necessi- ty that they' see fit (if their ration board approves). Richard sports a Chevrolet and George a Terraplane, and we do mean a “Tear-a-Plain.” Proof of this fact can be seen on the Jackson Street fences yvhere George 'demonstrates his weird parking tac- tics. Probably the most “snazzy” car is driven by Roger Muzzarelli. It’s fine as wine and quicker’n likker. His Model A Ford, which he pater- nally calls “Bessie,” has seen more action and hospital care than all of the Blue Devil Buggies put together. Even though the rattles are tuned to the “Nth” degree, Roger can boast that his “Bessie” made it across the border line into the State of Illinois and back this summer. He still is bewildered and wonders why the horn didn’t go on the “blink” en route, since that is the only thing that hasn’t been replaced on the old boiler. EASY MONEY “Well, of all things!” This ex- clamation was uttered with much surprise when a young lady picked up a piggy bank she had left in a De- troit bank. It was filled with money. This Froebel student, who was va- cationing in Detroit, had visited the bank after doing some shopping. When halway home she discovered her loss. She returned to the bank and received quite a shock. Detroit citizens, thinking the bank had been placed there for a worthy cause, had filled it with their generous con- tributions. December 8, 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven MJUIRRG REPORTER Recent surveys of G-l Joes show top question to be “Who is your fa- vorite Pin-Up Girl?” Your Inquir- ing Reporter had the G-I’s (Good Intellects) of Froebel state their Pin- Up Girls of the cinema. Girls, your turn will be next to flatter your Pin-Up Boy! Melvin Stroud—Marie Montez, be- cause she’s stacked like Mozak. Leonard Levenda—Diana Lynn, she’s simple, unsophisticated and like- able. F udolph Andrews — Betty Grablc, she’s got everything. Chris Gastevich — Chili Williams, she’s fine as wine. Jessie James—Hedy Lamarr, she's got oomph! Albert Horvat — Susan Hayward, she’s got it all. Romero Jiminez—Marlene Dietrich, she’s got that smile, and how! Joe Amatulli—Deanna Durbin, she's simply divine. Chris Parashas—Donna Reed, she’s got what it takes. Isadore De Orta—Esther Williams, she's got it all, from head to toe. FROEBEL STUDENT RELATED TO FRANK SINATRA It recently was discovered that Leonard Levenda, Froebel Junior, is a distant relative of the swooner- crooner, Frank Sinatra. When the Steel Dust Journal staff uncovered this scoop, they first were skeptical, but later, after consulting a geneologist, the relationship was confirmed. Although the girls don’t swoon when I eonard sings, his singing of “Dinah” now is quite famous. P. S.: The relationship, we are afraid, is too distant . . . but they are both MEN!! Rose Ensalaco: Next to a hand- some soldier, what do you consider the most interesting thing in the world ? Anna Evanovich: When I’m with a handsome soldier, I don’t bother about statistics. DON’T FORGET . . . Only 14 more shopping days till Christmas. Buy more and more bonds and stamps during the Sixth War Loan. GOULD YOU IMAGINE! Betty Novotny in a skirt below her knees ? .Mary Demeter having a grudge against anyone? Hazel Dobbs killing time in study hall? Malena Vulich in a pair of three- inch heels? Leonard Levenda with gray hair? Josephine Hirchak without any makeup ? George Strimbu using his film for his own purposes? Andy Panos in a midriff ? Mary Uzelac coming to school a solid week without a turban? John Christoff going out on a date? Theresa Cervantes without her geometry homework ? Harriet Trembicki screaming in the halls? John Vucekovich giving up pool for bridge ? Chris Zehcralis as a tightrope walker ? Sylvia Enoshel coming out of shorthand with her glasses on ? Joe Kovalcik giving a recitation without having to blush? Bob Simko with an “Ishkabibble” haircut ? Anthony Yukl not following in the footsteps of his brother, Eddie ? Stella Wukich at a loss for words? SOMETHING NEW Everyone seems to be enjoying Co- Ed. That’s good, for the more you like it the more we’ll have it. When Co-Ed first started, we had to give out tickets to every student that came, but we found this plan to be a poor one. We now have a better plan, stamping the student’s hand. With this, we don’t and won’t have to worry about tickets. One thing that has been bothering the high school students is that eighth grade students come to Co-Ed. Co- Ed is supposed to be for high school students. The grade school students should feel out of place. So we have decided not to let any more grade school students attend. Sorry, young ones, but you’ll have to wait a year or two. NUTTY NONSENSE Alimony: The'high cost of leaving. Bachelor: A man who has been fortunate in his love affairs. TIME’S A WASTIN’ Say, you Seniors! Graduation isn’t here, but it’s drawing quite near. Why don’t you begin saving some of tWe frogskins for your necessities? For example, the 1945 commencement invitation has been chosen by a com- mittee of Senior Class officers. Each invitation will cost 12 cents. The Jostyn Company also sells ca ling cards to match. A selection of e ther engraved or artcraft styles of script’- will he provided for your se- lection. Calling cards are Si.45 per tvndred, or S2.50 for two hundred. If you plan on using them after grad- uation, a good idea is to have a plate made of your name and the script you choose. This will enable you to have more cards made at any time. If there are any questions you would like to have answered, or if you would care to see the samples, contact M rs. Welsh. Remember, tempus is fugiting! IT COULD HAPPEN TO YOU A Fellow on Furlough said Sow I Snow why I’m Swinging on a Star. Dolores. It’s Because I Lore Yon. An Hour Sever Passes IFhHe I'm Up There Above, Green Eyes, unless I'm Making Believe that I’ll Be See- ing You. I Had the Craziest Dream Last Sight. Honey. I dreamed of A Jour- ney to a Star on a Stairway to a Star. and I was singing An Irish Lullaby Sight ami Day to a Paper Doll- Tonight IVe Love and tomorrow I’ll Walk Alone, but I’ll be Yours. And if you’re Going My Way. I’ll Get By. You Great Big Beautiful Doll. Y ou'll Sever Know that My Devotion will not end The Day After Forever. Long Ago, That Old Black Magic made me say Moonlight Becomes Y ou. so I'll Remember April and All the Things You Are. Spring Will Be a Little Late 'This Year, but I’ll Be With Y ou in Apple Blossom Time, My Ideal, and until then. Stormy Weather will rule your G-I Joe, who'll be singing The Blues in the Sight. My throat is dry, My tongue is parchin’— Parades are better To watch than march in. rug© Light 1 HE SiEEL DUST JOURNAL D©c mb r I, 1944 Pvt. Andy Morales is one of the many Froebel boys “Somewhere in Sunny Italy.” He is in the Chemical Warfare Division and has been over- seas for four months. Andy, as yet, has not had the luck to meet any of his former buddies, but says that he is on the lookout for them. Like most of the boys, he asks for more letters from Froebel pals. Why not drop him a few lines now and then ? The Navy is fortunate in having both John Longazo, MoMM i c, and his brother, George, PhM 3 c. John has seen and done quite a lot since his last visit home, 16 months ago. He is somewhere in the Pacific and is waiting for his next opportu- nity to come home. George is sta- tioned at Williamsburg, Va., and is in the X-ray division. For the past few months he has been doing office work and claims it is both easy and nice. The Navy trains men for many dffirenet jobs, and John Zarik, S 2 c, is one of them. He is a soda- jerk at the canteen at the Naval Base. John is stationed at San Fran- cisco and is waiting for shipment to the South Pacific. John O rish, S 2 c, enjoyed the re- cent nine days of leave he had after completing 10 weeks of training at Great Lakes. He says Navy life is tops, but oh! for the life of a civvie. John’s ambition is to become a sig- nal man, which is a very interesting job. Here’s wishing him luck! Jtick I'eczk0, SM 2 c, was last heard of from Australia. He is aboard ship and is having the regular ship duties of a signal man. Jack recently met John Zambory, a Froe- bcl grad. They really enjoyed talk- ing to each other even though it was only for a short time. Albert Dian, S 2 c, is at present enrolled at Illinois University where he is taking a course of amphibious training at the fireman naval training school. Tom Solivas, now stationed some- where in the Pacific, writes and tells of his surroundings. The only thing he does crave is some “good old lake water.” He describes the weather as wonderful—he says it rains at least once a day. Yes, it sounds strange, but lie welcomes the rain due to the intense heat. Tom has been to these fighting places: Pearl Harbor, the Marshall Islands, the Carolines and the Marianas. OUR BOYS ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ AROUND THE GLOBE Edward Pappas, S l c, is stationed aboard ship in the Pacific, and was in on the invasion of the Philippines. Ed’s ship was among those that met up with the Jap fleet. Ed received 53 letters in two days and remarked that he never appreciated anything more in all his life. He had one com- ment to make about the attack on Leyte. He said everything was worked out in perfect teamwork, and it was just like a football game. Teamwork counts. Cpl. George Anastoff, overseas 15 months, is at present in Italy. George met two Froebel boys and one of these was Peter Ristich, who was at that time recuperating at a hospital. Peter since has been discharged from the hospital and is waiting to be re- assigned. On a ship going to France, George met Davage Minor, who still is in France. Just lately we received a picture from Pfc. Manuel Santos of the in- side of his pup tent. We noticed a few pin-up pictures here and there, but we couldn’t very well identify them. Manuel is living in a French chateau and for the first time is far behind the lines. The days of open air living under the apple trees and stars are over for a while. Passing through town and calling on friends at school en route to his new station at Jacksonville, Florida, was Ensign Steve Benko, ’40, former Froebel basketball and football star. Benko was graduated from the Cor- pus Christi, Texas. Navy Air Train- ing Base, as an expert flier, naviga- tor, aerologist, gunner and radio op- erator. Cpl. Harry A. Psimos has been in Italy for the past eight months, and now is entitled to wear the gold over- seas service bar. Harry is an ord- nance worker on a B-24 and was sta- tioned with the 15th Air Force. This bombardment group has flown more than 100 missions over Southern Gar- many. Pic. Rudy Vasily, who left for overseas duty in September, now is in The Netherlands East Indies with his machine records unit. A ’40 grad- uate, Rudy was on the basketball and football teams. He received his basic training at Camp Robinson, Ark. From New Guinea, via Pfc. Steve Sarich, ’35, comes word that Father IVestendorf, an Army chaplain for- merly of St. Anthony’s, now is a major. S Sgt. Simon Kuchta, Jr., has been awarded a combat star to be worn on his Asiatic-Pacific theater ribbon for his part in the battle of Bougainville. Sergeant Kuchta is an expert machin- ist and his work is repairing and turning out vital parts for combat use on the lathe. Simon is a ’39 graduate and has been overseas for 19 months. Sgt. Albert Martin, ’39, writes from “Somewhere in India” that he and Ray Teso, ’39, have remained to- gether ever since they were inducted in October of ’42. Also in India are S Sgt. Steve Klusovsky. ’41, and Cpl. John Spir- ios, ’42. The parents of Andy Swelky, who was reported missing in action, have been notified that he is a prisoner of war. That’s much better news! G-I JIVES Medic: Private Jones swallowed his knife, sir. We operated, but could not recover it. Major: OK. Issue Jones another knife. Gob: I don’t trust you too far. Gal: I don’t trust you too near. GImetry: The shortest distance between two dates is a good line. Pvt.: Is the hospital dentist care- ful? Sgt.: He filled my teeth with great pains. Mabel: I wonder what soldiers talk about when they’re alone. Minnie: Probably the same things we do. Mabel: Oh, aren’t they awful! Funniest item on the bulletin board yet reads: Drill every day from now on, unless it rains . . . everybody pray for rain!” GI: I was standing on this corner last night when a pretty girl passed by. I smiled, and she gave me a smile in return. Toe: What followed? GI: I did. VOLUME II. No. 7 ir .1 REELECTIOS OR THE ICE IX IIIIICII il l I.Il f. FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL -j- GARY, INDIANA December 20, 1541 CHRISTMAS CAROL Christian men, rejoice and sing, 'Tis the birthday of our king. Carol, Christian, joyfully: The Cod, the. Lord. By all adored foiever Night of sadness, Morn of gladness, evermore. Ever, ever, After many troubles sore, Morn of gladness e ermore. Midnight passed and over, Drawing to the holy morn; Very early, very early, Christ was orn. Sing out with bliss, His name is this: Emmanuel! As ’twas foretold, In the days of old, By Gabriel. T. Helmore NAPPY NEW .YEAR MERRY CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS PAGEANT TO BE GIVEN TOMORROW THE SEVEN GIFTS CHOSEN BY AUDITORIUM DEPARTMENT Tomorrow, December 21, the Auditorium Department will present to the studrnts of Froebel School the annual Christmas pageant. The Seven (jifts, by Stuart Walker, has been chosen because of its atmosphere of rever- ence and its vivid, colorful depiction of the true Christmas spirit. The pageant is a pantomime that offers a vivid story told by living actors. It begin with the Wanderer who, seeing the stage with its curtains drawn, starts to investigate. He is stopped by a prologue character who tells the Wan- derer there is to be a play for him and all the guests of the Auditorium De- partment. 1 hen enters the Major Homo, announcing the Queen and her at- tendant;. After greeting her guests, she seats herself on the throne. There follows a procession of people bearing gifts to the Queen, and from them we learn “t tat a poor gift, given freely, is not betterd by imitation,” and “that great wealth-cannot make gifts val, 1- ________ ued, if the right spirit is lacking.” — ' Best of all, we discover that nothing f 6CIC6 (it LedSt! can compare with the sinplicity and sincerity in giving a gift freely and No,we don’t mean the war is over! in the Christmas spirit. What we do mean is that the tcaeh- I he play is directed by Florence ers will have two weeks’ peace being Cohen and staged by Margaret Labb. away from school, and for some of Adele Bohling Lee and Catherine them, two weeks away from Gary. Mole will have charge of the music, Mrs. Heist is going to visit her assisted by Gloria Gonan and the parents in Denton. Texas. Mrs. Deal a Cappella Choir. Students who will is going to Louisrille, Kentucky, participate in the pageant are: Pro- -Miss'.-Else is going home to St. loguc, John Baranko and Leonard Iwuis. Missouri. Miss Waggoner is Levenda; Wanderer, Chris Angelidis going to Bloomfield. Iowa. Miss and Richard Smolnicky; Queen, Olga Joyce is planning to go to Richland Kimoff and Mary Libassi; Jack-in- Center, Wisconsin. Also planning to the Box. Elizabeth Pepoff; Lowly go to Wisconsin is Miss Maloney. Man. Theodore Izak and Paul Dia- who will go to Arcadia. Miss Ren- mond: Son, Jerry Capuson, Wend all nals will go to Charleston, Illinois. Chismudy and George Demos; Rich Miss Peabody is hoping to have a Man, Steve Badylak and Ed win Ga- good time in Oak Park, Illinois. Miss jewski; Haughty Lady, Loretta Pia- Gohdes is going home to Michigan tak and Pauline Zaheralis; Brave City, Indiana. Miss Brooncr- will Man. Arnold Bernstein and Jerry have a good time in Dale, Indiana. Polakis; Strolling Player. Estelle Miss Bopp is going to her home in Pepoff, Anna Kalinich and Rose Ar- Terre Haute, Indiana. And on gostina: Humble Woman, Gloria Christmas Day. Mr. Chamberlain is Gonan and Stella Wukich: Child, going to South Bend, Indiana. Stella Demos and JeanVavra; Her- The following teachers will spend aids, John Sanchez and Steve Pipas; their vacations at home: Mr. Davis, Ladies-in-Waiting, Georgann Pepoff, Miss Weiner, Mr. Aurit. Mr. Mary l arkas, Ninette Hodko, Rose- Me.ntz, Miss Williams. Mrs. Welsh, mary Capusan, Mary'Jane Hric, Lil- Mr. Butler, Mrs. Stewart, Miss lian Pipas, Iva Yates and Irene Pietr- Monahan, Mr. Keegan, Miss Smith. (Continued on Page 2) (Continued on Panel) ' Pag Tw6 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Dec. 20. 1844 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price............ -°° R. P. Nl'ZUM........................Principal A I.BRIGHT....................Assistant Principal Editor rt porta Copy Circulation Busincas Manarer. Service New Class Sponsor Printinr Sponso- Printers — Art Typing starr .......Gertrude Dancb .... John Baranko Nick Stevoff Ann Peryo Catherine VaaeJoff ....Kleacor Beraiah Ann Marencik Fannie Blatsourla Angeline Ramire Ann Thomaa Anglene Elmaa ......Kathryn Welah .... .. Harvey Knesek .......Phil Pietraak John Baranko Arnold Bernstein ........ TIM- • d Smlegel ....Seventh Period Shorthand Class VOICE OF THE STUDENT CHRISTMAS, 1944 Silent night, holy night. All is still, all earth clad in white as we pray tor earthly peace. Hope rises in our hearts and tears are ready as we read Christmas letters from our dear ones overseas. Yes. Christmas will be simple this year, hut to take the place of those stars in the windows, let us offer friendship to each other and comfort when it is needed. The time will soon come when we as a nation can again be reunited to experience the jots of Christmastide. In the mean- time. remember this quotation by Longfellow: “My songs are carols sung at evert shrine proclaiming ‘Peace on earth, good will to men . —A Student. Greetings Heartiest best wishes for a pleasant holiday Reason are extended to the faculty and pupils of Freebel School. I hope that all our little children are made happy by the visit of Santa Claus, and that those of tis tvho arc old enough to understand the deeper meaning of Christmas, will gain a nett appreciation of the beauty of this season when we celebrate this year the birthday of the Prince of Peace. Cordially yours, Ann Maloney, Pres. Gary Teachers. Union. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS December 25th is drawing near So won’t you lend us your ear ? We wish the best of health for you, I ove, and happiness, and peace, too. To those whose birthdays fall on Christmas Day, We would sincerely like to say— Best of luck we wish you true, Happy Birthday, and Merry Christ- mas, too! Stella Chuckney, Frosh.......Dec. 15 Robert Scott, Junior ........Dec. 15 Red Andrews, Soph...............Dec. 16 Peter Blasczark, Senior ....Dec. 16 Anthony Christofolis, Frosh....Dec. 18 Mattie Dunlevy, Junior.......Dec. 19 Ann Evanovich, Soph..........Dec. 21 Phi! Pietrzak, Junior...........Dec. 2.2 James Christoff, Senior......Dec. 2} George Pavel, Soph..............Dec. 23 Joyce Poyell, Senior ........Dec. 23 James Johnson, Senior........Dec. 24 Regina Niszewski, Soph.......Dec. 24 Joyce Crittenden, Frosh....Dec. 25 | Dorothy Jackson, Frosh....Dec. 25 ] Andrew Mead, Soph...........Dec. 25 j !___________________________________I Manuel Stamntelas, Soph......Dec. 26 Angie Blatsioris, Frosh.......Dec. 27 Alice Douglas, Junior.........Dec. 27 Grace Hopkins, Frosh.........Dec. 27 Bela Klusovskv, Junior........Dec. 28 M ary Kopil, junior ..........Dec. 28 .Kulla Whittaker, Junior......Dec. 28 Rosemary Kovachick, Senior..Dec. 29 Dorothy Tokarski, Junior......Dec. 29 ( hris Zaheraiis, Junior......Dec. 30 Francis Demeter, Soph.........Dec. 31 Bob Nickovich, Senior.........Dec. 31 Dean Thanos, Soph...............Dec. 31 William Tonis, Senior........Dec. 31 PEACE AT LAST (Continued from Page ) Miss Mtilaith, Mrs. Scott, Mr. Irvin Miss Grabiel, Mrs. Slicker, Mr. Swank, Miss Cooper, Mrs. Feczko, Mr. Jancosc and Mrs. Lee, who will play for Christmas Eve sendees at Christ Church. The Staff wishes to extend their best wishes for a Very Merry Christ-1 mas and a Happy New Year to the Faculty. When Little Willie went down to the stores to see all the toys, he asked for evertyhing he saw. ‘‘Mom. get me a racquet. “No, Willie, I'm not going to get you any racquet. You make enough racket now.” Mr. Swank: Mitchell, please tell me what it is when you say “I love, you love, he loves.” Mitchell Chakos: That's one of those triangles where somebody gets shot. CLRISTMAS PAGEANT (Continued from Page ) zak; Attendants, John Kreiter, Ray- mond Dian, James Cougias, and Eli Leka; Servant to the Rich Man, Isa- dore DeOrta and Alex Marco; Strolling Player, Seymour Abrams. The following students will take part in the tableaux: Bessie George- adis, Angelo Verde, Mary Kaurich, Eloise Keleman, Josephine Camma- rata, Robert Pepoff, John Comsa, Joe Pollack, Betty Bushwity, Ann Pivi- dori '.Children of the Court, Patty Miccolis, Helen Chrison, Cornelia Gusan, Lorraine Palacz, John Gali- nitti, Nick Petroff, Richard Golbes- ky, Robert Regalado; Drums Victor Alabach and Eddy Lazarin; Cornets, Alfred Vasquez, Emil Fernandez, Kosmos Kougoufas, Anthony Pampa- lone and Donald Trinosky; The Five Girls, Nancy Djakovich, Joy Gra- ham, Paula Rontulles, Barbara Mar- tinez and Joan Guerrero. Eleanor Deal will assist Miss Labb and Mrs. Cohen, while John Jancose will serve as stage manager. Assistant stage managers are John Pasa, Charles Michalec, Alex Shendrick, Edward Kepshirc, Joe Demo; electri- cians, Russell Hansen, Christ Pras- chus and Nick Gulaboff. Fanfare .will be handled by Dean Thanos and Dan Pavloff. The a Cappeila Choir consists of Thomas Pellar, Steve Pipas, Jerry Capuson, John Baranko, Leonard La- venda, Andy Panos, Albert Jaroscak, William Haraminac, Mitchell Ter- zich, Angeline Blatsioris, Betty Spin- ally, Iva Yates, Angeline Ramirez, Delores Olaf, Gloria Gonan, Albina Spelich, Betty Novotny, Anna Kalin- ich. Rosemary Capuson, Lillian Pipas, Betty Kirla, Joan Miccolis, Rena Pividori, Franc r GuasteHa, Helen Shimko, Mary Hric, Cather- ine Boyajian, Rose Lulich, Stella Demos, Estelle Pepoff, Millie Po- tenti, Betty Romak, George Pavel, Edward Kepshire, Eleanor Berzich, Seymour Abrams, .Elizabeth Bencze, Mary Sotironis, Marie Alvarez, Mary lx u Boyajian, Madeline Feryo, Mary Hostinsky, Evangeline Inest, Alice Matson, Manuel Nova, Helen Gianopolis, Bess Stouratis, Christine Swetkv, Irene Cougias and Violet Pole. Christmas is an important day. It takes the family two months to pre- pare for it, and it takes Dad a year to get over it. • Dec. 20. 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three CHRISTMAS GREETINGS From Richard Nuzum The approach of the Christmas sea- son causes us all to think of gifts and Santa, the Story of the Christ Child, and all the other customary religious and lay practices and ideas—like carol singing, Christmas stockings, the great Christmas hymns, pageants and festivals. As adults, and young people so soon to become adults, we should di- rect our thinking toward GOOD WILL for all people everywhere. . It is this good will which has promise for everlasting peace. And this good will should extend to our next-door neighbor, to our neighbors across the street and across the town. It is rather easy for us to have good will toward people who live so far away that their way of life in no way annoys us. We give our money to foreign missions serving pagan peo- ples in Asia, Borneo and Africa. But if is not easy to bear good will toward the family in the flat below us, especially if the family has noisy children or if they cook foods which we do not like to even smell. We profess belief in democracy, but fall far short of the democratic ideal insofar as the other fellow who is different from us is concerned. We emphasize that we want to do as we like and also we demand that other men do as we do whether they like it or not. We want the best for our children, but if our neighbor’s chil- dren have a darker complexion than ours we are not always willing for the darker complexioned or rhe dif- ferent child to have the same ad- vantages along with our children. If we really mean that we have good will toward all men, there can he no exception and no half-way— v c must he willing to go the whole way and demand for children of all ancestries . . . Indian, Egyptian, Chi- nese, European, American Negro . . . yes, even children of our enemies . . . equal opportunity for good living, education, employment, justice and freedom. When America gets to the place where a large majority of the People have this feeling of good will for all people, we will then have a teal democracy, a truly Christian Democracy. It is in this spirit of tolerant good will that we wish for all of you a MERRY CHRISTMAS. May the New Year bring to all the world Peace and good will. GIFTS, FREELY GIVEN The Journalism Class has present- ed the following Christmas gifts to the High School Faculty as a token of appreciation for their co-operation with the Steel Dust Journal: Mr. Nuzum—a lie detector. Mrs. Barker—a magic wand to draw in ail non-book rental payers. Mrs. Stewart—an adding machine. Mrs. 1 eczko—all the programs work- ed out perfectly. Mr. Swank—art ambitious class. Miss Basiak—no more key selling. Miss Cooper—a Hudson Bay retriev- er to bring back all her books. Mrs. Smith—a big St. Bernard dog to bring in all truant students. Miss Southwick—a good 3:00 Eng- lish class. Mrs. Uncapher—a memo book. Mr. Irvin—Joe Miller joke book. Mr. Fisher—an apple polisher. Mr. McAllister—a government job. Miss Williams — new sewing ma- chines. Mr. Aurit—more girls in his mechan- ical drawing class. Miss Bopp—a Latin interpreter. Mrs. Jones—a traveler’s aid. Mr. Cusmano—stilts. Mr. Jancose—a good rest. Mrs. Cohen—a successful Christmas pageant. Miss Labb—a quiet auditorium. Miss Gohdes—a traffic director. Miss Brooner—a trip to Mexico. Miss Mailaith—an asbestos suit. Coach Kyle — an electric paddling machine. Coach Mantz—a big hand for pro- ducing-� good team. Coach Bergstrom — another one of those good, old-fashioned track teams we used to have. Mr. Knesek—a poultry store. M r. Resur—more music in his good band. Mr. Teeter—orchids for his assist- ance to Mr. Resur. Mr. Bessler—a new pattern of life. CITAMARD CHATTER I o help make their Christmas va- cation a happy one, the Citamard members and their sponsor, Mrs. Co- hen, are going into Chicago on De- cember 27 to see a performance of “Winged Victory.” The Citamard Club wishes to ex- tend its heartiest greetings for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all Froebel students, mem- bers of the faculty, and clerks. CHRISTMAS GREETINGS From Frank S. Albright We all know and believe in the Spirit of Christmas and it is right that we should enjoy it to the full. But consider the many kindly acts toward others that we may forget to perform. What about our obligations to family, friends, neighbors, and na- tion . . . will we overlook important duties in our concern with having a good time ? A boy or girl who still is in school is not toojqung to think of contribut- ing to charity. In these times, when nearly all can find jobs, there still are many who lack proper food, clothing and shelter. Abroad, there are mil- lions who ,are homelss and starving. Through our churches, clubs. Com- munity Chest, and other service or- ganizations, we must not fail to do our part, or we will surely miss some- thing of the Christmas spirit. Getting, a job during the holidays ajw ays has been a good idea from a selfish viewpoint, because it brings in some cash.and gives some business ex- perience besides. There is now the added opportunity of making contri- bution to the war effort by helping temporarily, to relieve the labor short- age. This year will be the greatest in history for retail business, and em- ployers are begging for help. Many students, of course, already are work- ing, but more are needed. We must keep writing to our friends in the service. After the De- cember -rush of cards, letters, and packages, there may be a sudden let- down, but letters will be just as im- portant in January and February as now. We must not slacken after the holiday greetings are all in the mail. Finally, because of the war, we should try, as never before, to'enjoy Christmas to its fullest extent, and we should try' to infuse the spirit of good will into the heart of every one we meet. That spirit must be with us every day of the year if we are to have any hope for a better world. Consider well these practical sug- gestions and act upon them. They are a promise of a merrier Christmas and a happier New Year. Editor’s Note: This article was prepared on the day that Edwin Ga- jewski served- as assistant principal. He and Mr. Albright worked on it together in preparation for its ap- pearance in Steel Dust Journal. Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Dec. 20. 1944 WIN THE HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT i BLUS DEVILS TO TAKE PART IN HOLIDAY TILTS The Annual Holiday Tournament will be held on the 29th and 30th of this month. According to Coach Mantz, arrangemnts have ben made to have all eight Gary basketball teams participate in a two-day tourna- ment at Memorial Auditorium. Ad- mission will be $1.75 for all of the games, inclusive, or 50 cents a ses- sion. There will be two sessions Friday, the 29th, and three on Satur- day, the 30th. Figuring past performances, the Blue Devils may have possibilities in this tournament. Should Froebel came up with some super-duper pass- ing. sharpshooting, and spirited tac- tics, they might cause trouble for their opponents. It’s all up to you, Blue Devils! Let’s make this tournament sizzle, and present Froebel with a real New Year’s present by putting Froebel on top. SWIMMING SHORTS According to reports filtering from the Blue Devil swimming camp, most of their meets will be held after the Christmas holidays. There was only one swimming meet scheduled before the vacation, and that' was with Hor- ace .Mann on December 13. Swimming suits were issued to the swimmers, and are they the berries! Even though they are a bit out of date, the sentiment, spirit, and “never say die” motto that they represent instills “hep into the Froebel Fish. Due to the fact that the schools will he closed and cooled to conserve fuel during the vacation, swimming practice will not take place. HOARSE CHORUS! I here was once a teacher called Lee Who thought ev’n girl was a bee. For they talked themselves hoarse Every day before chorus . . . Much to the disgust of Mrs. Lee. BLUE DEVILS HIT SENATORS, 29-25 The Washington Senators were licked by the Blue Devils in a helter- ske'te� - ?ame. ending 29-25, The Senior combination started for Froebel and managed to trail only 9-8 at the end of the quarter, thanks to a timely pair of field goals by Bop Nickovich. Starting the second quar- ter. the Juniors took over. At the close of the half, the Senators were leading, 13-12. During the final min- utes of the game, with a mixture of Juniors and Seniors, the Blue Devils put on a nifty exhibition of “freez- ing” the ball. Juniors Carl Taseff and Alex Va- genas were high point men for this game, each clicking with three field goals. FROEBEL LOSES TO ROOSEVELT ----- m 'Fhe Blue Devils of Frobel lost their first basketball game of the sea- son in a double overtime” to Roose- velt by a score of 34-32. When the regulation 32 minutes of play were up, the score was tied. 28-28. In the first overtime, each team cashed in 4 points, to make the score 32-32. A second overtime was then called, and Roosevelt made the winning basket, which brought the score to 34-32. Coach Mantz tried out his Junior and Senior combination, which had Roosevelt slightly baffled. .The Pan- thers showed superior accuracy at the free throw line, hitting 12 out of a possible 24. BUY BONDS FROEBEL AGAIN WINS Fhe Blue Devils romped through this game with Tolleston, a 51-35 win over their opponents. — The score was close throughout the first quarter, with Friebel leading, 9-8. but the Blue Devils exploded in the second quarter, with Alex Vage- nas flipping four straight field goals. Froebel led, 25-15, at the half, with Tolleston stepping up their drive in the third quarter to make 12 points. During the final quarter, Froehel jumped the advantage to 40-27. From then until the gun went off, it-was pretty much all Froebel, to the final count of 51-35. HOOP PREDICTIONS FROEBEL vs. HAMMOND Jan. 5—Victor: Hammond. Score 39-34. Reason: In their past bas- k'thall games, Hammond has proved itself a rugged team. Height, good passing, accurate shooting, and exper- ience are assets held by the Hammond hoys. FROEBEL vs. EMERSON Jan. 11—Victor: Froebel. Score: 35-28. Reason: Jingle-jangle Juniors and their aggressive tactics figure to beat an Emerson team that is suscep- tible to explosive Blue Devil rallies. FROEBEL vs. LEW WALLACE Jan. 18—Victor: Lew Wallace. Score: 40-33. Reason: Even though we have a well balanced team, the Hornets figure to win this one on experience and stamina. FROEBEL vs. WRITING Jan. 19—Victor: Froebel. Score: 35-27. Reason : Our boys have learned that co-operation and teamwork cniint. If those “sure shot” Seniors are on the beam, this game promises t- he vne of the best this season. ■ SL| UJceVd� Cs-rxA S uj Hrv 1 1 f Sa.j WHEN CHRISTMAS COMES Hava you. any JJ yrudye you cuoJd ike topay. f ard thoyhta are heay+o Carry, fry fnend, cJny ujnony aid up from u Ayyonejday ?. o cJnd ife is short from ieyinniny io end; (yather therr, nocu and ay them acuay 0 Be kind to yourse , kave nothino to mend Dec. 20. 1944 Page Fir F. B. C. CHRISTMAS GREETINGS TO ALL This year, with our boys fighting all over the world, many losing their lives, we should more than ever be conscious of the real meaning of Christmas: “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men,” and “It is more blessed to give than to receive. May the spirit of this blessed holi- day abide in your hearts throughout the coming year and give you joy and inspiration to help make a better- ' world. Blanche Liggett, Dean of Girls. XMAS MEANS MANY THINGS Christmas can be interpreted in many ways by many individuals. Christmas to our Booster Club girls is a day of great remembrance of our Savior. It is not only a day of receiving, but also a day of giving and being cheerful to everyone around you. Following are paragraphs by- members of the F. B. C., expressing their views on what Christmas means to them: Christmas is the time of the year when everyone tries to be a little nicer to his next-door neighbors. It is the time when everyone feels closer to our Savior and tries to forget the tumult and chaos of today. Christmas fills me with a spirit of reverence and good will. It is also a time to get together with all my friends and rel- atives and talk about old times. This is what Christmas means to me.— Stella Demos. What does Christmas mean to me? Gee, it-means a lot of things. Since the war I realize that the boys are fighting t6 carry on teachings of brotherhood, “peace on earth and good will toward men.” On Christ- mas day our family and relations spend the day together, for, where else docs the spirit of love and broth- erhood prevail so strongly as in the home? We won’t have the brightly decorated tree this year, but we have the spirit which is deep in the hearts of ail Americans. I only wish some of them would let this spirit escape and spread the joy to their friends and neighbors as well as to them- selves. Christmas to me means a day of joy and happiness, when we should all spread joy and happiners in this world of turmoil.—Stella fVukich. THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL_ VIEWS AND REVIEWS A LETTER TO SANTA Dear Santa Claus: We. the girls of the F. B. C., arc asking you to fill our stockings gen- erously. We believe we’ve been good little girls, Santa, and if you want to make us happy you’ll fill our stock- ings with the following wishes and requests: For our little cheer leader, Mary Hostinsky, a good Froebel cheering section to put her in the Christmas spirit. A seven-year singing contract with Sammy Kay for Albina Spelich will satisfy her to no end. As for Angie Elmos, we are quite sure Rudy will fill her stocking for her. And. Oh My, you mustn’t forget to stir up some interesting news for our Steel Dust Journal Editor. Gertrude Danch. Die Booster girls could do with quite a few things this coming year. Artie Kyros could make use of the book, “How to Get Your Man in Ten Easy Lessons.” Please try to arrange for our three little F. B. C. sisters. Joan. Alice and Annabelie, a big Christmas box containing a nice Soldier, Sailor, or a Marine to sort of cheer them. Bring beautiful orchids to Hazel Dobbs because of her punc- tual attendance at our F. B. C. meet- ings. Take a tip from me, Santa, Doro- thy Tokarsti would be ticked to re- ceive a Boogy Woogy Joe. As for Mary Libassi. all we ask is to please bring Paulie home from the war safe and sound. Heduig Nalborszyk would ask for nothing more than a little attention and more interest from, shall we say, George! Gee. Santa, this will be an awfully big order or you to fill, but Anne Ply v Quid he the happiest little girl if To me, Christmas means many things . . . The hustling of footsteps in stq e« and down the streets, hurry- ing to and fro buying packages for friends and relatives. The warm, friendly glow in. a person's eyes as they say “Merry Christmas, and a “Happy New Year. The singing of Christmas carols, each one having a moral. The beauty of a Christmas tree with presents scattered around it. There are many other things about Christmas that have a meaning to me, the most important of all being the proverb, “Peace on earth; good will toward men.”—Anne Paricich. ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY It long has been a tradition of the Froebel Booster Club to have a Christmas Party given by Miss Lig- gett in her home. All the members gather to exchange gifts and ex- change their sincere greetings for the coming year. A colorfully lighted Christmas tree will be the center of attraction, and the girls will gather around the tree and sing Christmas carols amid the exchanging of gifts. Refreshments will be served and the girls will play games which will be arranged by the board members. All the members are looking forward to a very delightful evning. Yum, Yum! Froebel students always look for- ward to the bake sales given by the Froebel Mothers’ Club. Imagine their delight when on Dec. 6 tiie again saw all their favorite pastries set forth attractively on a second floor counter. There were cup cakes, spice squares, banana nut and choco- late layer cakes, apple slices, choco- late fudge, crullers, all sorts of cook- ies. and other tempting delicacies. Proceeds from these sales go to the Mothers’ Club to be used for the benefit of the school. Aprons also were sold with profit gained going to the Service Men’s Center.' The bake sale did not last long, but was very successful due to the following women: Mrs. Paul Libas- si. Mrs. John Mitseff. Mrs. Frank Romanow. Mrs. David Bushwitv. Mrs. John Schamer. M s. John Kos- tval. and Mrs. Julian Buldia. her Gob could make it home for Christmas. And ... wo J o have an- other little girl, Rose P zotto. whom you needn’t worry ab t, ’cause her Boy Ramy will fill her stocking. For Josie Herchak, all we ask is to bring Bart home soon. So, Santa, this order may be larger than your bag will hold, but nothing will make our girls happier than to have these wishes and requests ful- filled. Ihe officers and members of the b. B. C. wish you to extend their greetings to Mr. Nuzum, Mr. Al- bright. faculty, clerks, and the stu- dent body of Froebel School. Sincerely, F. B. C. Girls. Page Six THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Dec. 20. 1944 G.A.A. NEWS SEASON’S GREETINGS The G. A. A. extends its heartiest greetings to its members, the student body, and to the Faculty. We hope that you all have a wonderful vaca- tion with plenty of rest so that when you come back you will all be able to do your best work. Since New Year's will be spent at home, why not make a tew resolutions to do better work in school ? Merry Christmas and a Happj New Year! To you girls of Froebel G. A. A., both Alpha and Beta, a warm Christ- mas greeting. Most of you have come very near the war. Casualties have mounted horribly these last few weeks—the hoy next door, just out of high school, killed in action. You of Froebel G. A. A. are needed more than .ever before to lift morale, to help all Froebel girls to be strong and skillful, and to teach them to play their parts in the game. It is you who must keep high the ideals for which your brothers and friends are dying. May we all this Christmas resolve again to use all our strength for that better world which was the Ideal of Him Who made Christmas mean for us “Peace and good will for all.” —Cornelia Beall. YULETIDE GREETINGS IN MANY LANGUAGES Greek—Kala Xristouvena. Polish—Wesolych Swiat Bozego. Hebrew—Froeliche Vinachten. Latin—Lo Saturnalia. Slovak—Vesile Vianoce. Italian—Buon Natale. Romanian—Sarbatori Fericite. French—Bonne Noel. Hungarian—Boldog Karacsony. Lithuanian—Linksmu Kaledu. Croatian—Veselu Bozic. H a waiian—Kalikama. Macedonian—Vesely Bozic. Serbian—Sretan Bozic. Filipino—Buenas Pasquas. Swedist—God Jul. Dutch—Genoegelyke Kerstyd. Bohemian—Vesely Vanoce. Russian—Svati Y'ianoc. Czecho-Slovakian—Vesely Vianoc. Finnish—Hauskaa Jonlua YaOn- nelista Uutta Vuotta. My First Spread Arriving at school, I went directly to the Auditorium. At the given time, the curtain opened and the program began. After a greeting from the president of the G. A. A., presenta- tion of awards, and a program by the Dance Group, it was time to go to the gym. On entering the half-darkened gym my eyes caught sight of four beauti- fully decorated Christmas trees, with lights signifying each class color. After eating my lunch and ex- changing a few words with my class- mates, I went to the grab bag to get my surprise gift. I got the best gift, to my knowledge ... it was a small box of Kleenex . . . what a thought- ful gift. Everyone pitched in to help clear the gym for the relays, which was the next thing on the program. Of all the relays that were played, I enjoyed the basketball relay and the commando relay the most. I found out from a Senior that these relays always have been popular at the Spread. — A Freshie. SENIORS TAKE OVER The seniors took over the school for a whole day on December 6, 19+4, as a result of topping all other classes in the selling of Wab Bonds and Stamps on November 30. It would be hard to say who enjoyed the day more—the principals and their office force (relieved of their duties for the day) or their stand-ins, the Seniors. At a previous meeting the Senior Class chose members of their class for the honor of representing various of- fices. Arnold Bernstein was princi- pal, replacing Mr. Richard A. Nu- z.um. Olga Kimoff replaced Mrs. Feczko; Rose Lulich replaced Mrs. Barker; Betty Cidulka replaced Miss Basiak; Ruly Alabach replaced Miss Smith; Andy Pannos replaced Mrs. Fateh; Edwin Gajewski was assistant principal, replacing Mr. Frank S. Albright; Gertrude Danch replaced Mrs. Rcingold; Anne Ply replaced Miss Diamond; Irene Bollog re- placed Mrs. McCroSkey, and George Ramusak replaced Miss Liggett. With not too much deviation from the routine business at hand, the school functioned quite efficiently that day due to the many helpful sug- gestions of the regular staff. The ex- perience was + novel one and served a very good purpose. INQUIRING REPORTER To the question, “What do you want for Christmas?” students gave some interesting answers. Christmas brings much joy and good will when one gets what he de- sires most on Christmas Day. Some may choose gifts of an intangible value, and others a gift of sentimental value. We have taken a census of wdiat the Froebel students desire most for Christmas, and here are listed some of the most wanted gifts. Mamie Olive, a ten-page letter from Reuben Olive of the Navy. Larry Cannon, a newr outlook on life. Ethel Keleman, peace and good will in the world. Mary Kozma. a new com- plete wardrobe. Joan Ward, my uncle home for Christmas. Betty Romak, a certain sailor home. Sarah Elmos, a box of Hershey’s chocolate bars with almonds. Dolores Hansen, a few inches added to my height. Roger Muzzeralli, a few more pin-up girl pictures for my locker. Charles Wil- liams, a toboggan so I may have fun in the snow. Sylvia Cogelja, a birth- stone ring bright enough to shine in the dark. Julia Chismury, all the ser- vice boys home right away. Rose Kotlaroff, an “A” in Latin. Steve Lekal a better than ever Gruen watch. Marta Zamora, a whole newr collec- tion of oil paints. Connie Ramirez, the funerals of Hitler and Tojo. Joe Stupor, a new- car with white-wall tires. Ann Evanovich, a lovely wrist watch. Merveii Trinosky, a gold trombone because of his interest in music. Doris Fullilove, the war over as soon as possible. A. O. A. NEWS Friday, December 1, 1944, at 4 o clock, an A. O. A. induction was held in Eroebel Auditorium. Officers inducted were Anthony Riga, Mary Jones, Anastasia Tsoutsouris and Diane Chelap. The meeting was addressed by Mr. Albright, Mr. Butler and a guest speaker, Mark Roser, of the Child Welfare Department. Members were administered the A. O. A. pledge by Mr. Roser. Watch For The G-A-A DANCE Advance Ticket Sale Only Dec. 20. 1944 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven OUR BOYS fa fa fa fa AROUND THE GLOBE The Steel Dust Journal Staff takes this opportunity to wish all the Froe- helites in service on all the various fronts a very Merry Christmas with the hopes of a New Year filled with peace. Former Student Dies a Hero Gary was notified of the death of SI Sgt. Ray Henderson, crewman on a Flying Fortress and a graduate of the clars of ’41. Ray had been killed in action on June 6 while carrying out his part in the D-Day invasion. Froebel can justly be proud of S Sgt. Ray G. Henderson, for he died a hero in every sense of the word. Pfc. Nick Kostas became a casualty on the Pacific war front. He suffered head wounds when he was hit by fragments from a mortar shell as his engineering unit stormed Angaur of the Palau Islands. Nick has been overseas for six months and was at Hawaii for a short while. He was only recently in combat. Nick was in- ducted before his graduation, but he received his diploma after entering the service. Sgt. Jerome Piegat has been wound- ed on the European battlefront. He had been in the service since February of ’43, and was overseas nine months before he was injured. Pfc. John Kowal has been unreported and is missing in Germany since No- vember 19. John saw action in Bel- gium and was only slightly wounded while fightihg in France. He has been in the service one and a half years and is an infantryman. ' Pfc. Steve Belkoiv, Jr., now is serving with the 5th Army Head- quarters in the Appenines Mountains. Steve said all they have in Italy now is snow, rain and mud, and the latter comes as high as his knees. He has been overseas for 17 months and saw some beautiful sights in Rome and Florence. Corp. Karl Viliancff only recent- ly received his promotion to corporal, and at the present is stationed in New Guinea. He received his basic train- ing at Fort Bliss, Texas, and while there received his radio operator rat- ing. He also spent six months at Or- lando, Florida, before being shipped overseas. Karl is waiting for his fur- lough papers giving him 31 days of freedom, which he intends to spend seeing the sights of Australia. Albert Dian. F t c, recently grad- uated from the Navy’s amphibious fireman school at the University of Illinois. He is a graduate of ’44. G I Nightmare! You make your bed ; There’s not a wrinkle. You shine your shoes Until they twinkle. You sweep the floor: You even mop! You scrub the window Ledge on top. You blitz your buckle ’Til you see your reflection. Then what happens? No inspection! Pvt. Mitch Bieduleivwicz writes from Fort Riley, Kansas, where he is with the horse cavalry. His training consists of infantry and horse train- ing. Before his induction into the Army, Mitch had never before ridden a horse. His job is mostly scouting and patrolling in action and he is called a trooper instead of a soldier. Some days he rides all day and then has to go out on a nine 1 mile hike. That’s where his infantry training comes in. Mitch now has learned to ride and care for a horse. 5 i c I.ouis Gugliuzzia is stationed at San Diego, California, and has completed his amphibious training. Louie is ready, if not on his way, to see some action in the Pacific. His ship has been christened and commis- sioned and is waiting for action. Germany’s new secret weapon seems to be a long pole with a white flag at the end of it. Genetiieve Chornack is enrolled in the naval training school for Waves at Iowa State Teachers’ College at Cedar Falls, Iowa. She has been se- lected for special training as a result of her recruit training aptitude tests and her past civilian experience. Her course includes typing, shorthand, naval correspondence, records and forms. S 2 c Norman Reithel recently- spent a seven day leave in Gary. Nor- man now is in the Armed Guard School at Camp Shelton in Norfolk, Virginia, and is training to become a gunner. Sgt. Norman Zoumis was a mem- ber of the class of ’41, and played for Froebel’s football varsity teams of ’40 and ’41. He was stationed at Fort McClelland, Alabama; Camp Clai- borne, Louisiana, and Camp Ellis, Illinois. While serving as an instruc- tor at Camp Ellis, Norman was acci- dentally shot in his right foot and spent his time recuperating at Shick’s General Hospital at Clinton, Iowa. At present, Norman is with the for« st rangers up North at Fort Lewis. Washington. Hi. diddle diddle, the cat and the fiddle, He called his sergeant a goon. The MP laughed to see such sport. Court-Martial: tomorrow at noon. Pfc. Joe Argostina has been sta- tioned in Italy for ten months with the 338th Enginers. Prior to this he participated in the North African campaign. Joe received his basic training at Camp Claiborne, Louisi- ana, with Manuel Saetas. Bruno Cor- tina. and a few other Froebel boys. Edward Beres is studying at Ohio State University to become an Avia- tion Enginer. As soon as Ed becomes 18 tears of age he will be clasisfied as n Cadet. Billy Tosheff, a graduate ot the Class of '44, left recently for the Air Corps. After graduation, Bill enlisted as an Air Corps Cadet and has been awaiting his call. Since he had al- ready been examined and sworn in, he will go straight into uniform. Bill was sent to Camp Atterbury, near Indianapolis, and hopes to become either a pilot or a navigator. - Soldier—Your dog likes to watch you cut hair, doesn't he? G I Barber—It ain't that, some- times I snop off a bit of ear. Stephen J. Hajvert. PtJM 2.U, who still is in New Caledonia, has completed 18 months of overseas duty and is expecting to get a furlough soon. He says that not much is hap- pening, and he can hardly wait to get back to Gary and see all his friends and relatives. Gus Cougias recently has been pro- moted from S i c to Electrician’s Mate 3 c. Gus has been in the Sea- bees for two years and spent one year and eight months at Pearl Harbor. At present he is “somewhere in the South Pacific.” — POg- Eight Richard D. Cannon, a ’43 brocbel track star, now is a seaman in the U. S. Navy. He has been in the Navy since July of ’43, and received his boot training at Great Lakes. He then was sent to Whidbey Island. Washington, and at present is sta- tioned there with a PT Boat unit. While 'home on leave, Richard be- came engaged to Miss Blanche Au- gustus. also a Froebcl alumni. ' Staff Sgi. Raphael Cardenas, broth- er of Esperanza, has been awarded a presidential citation “for outstanding performance of duty in action against the enemy in the recent invasion of Europe!” He is with the U. S Car- rier forces in-the European theater, which is headed bv Maj. Gen. P. !.. Will iams. Raphael is a ’40 graduate. Pvt.—Who introduced you to your wife ? Sgt.—-We just met. 1 don't blame nobody. I’v t. Joe Korhel is stationed at Kessler Field. Mississippi, where he is receiving his basic training for the Air Force. His training won’t be over until some time in January, bur he doesn’t have hopes of getting a fur- lough iii less than six months. Joe likes being stationed down South, but he doesn't exactly go for that rainy weather. Eniest Rish has received a promo- tion to corporal while on duty in New Guinea. When he first was sent overseas, Ernie was with the Medical . Corps, but while in New Guinea, he was transferred to a Paratrooper unit. He writes and tells us that they have organized a basketball team, which he is on, and so far they have won the first five games. Please forward all changes of ad- dress to The Steel Dust Journal. ; .Thank you very much. THE HEART GROWS FONDER Only twenty shopping'days before g Christmas. Sincerely, Kathleen. Only fifteen shopping days before Christmas. Always, Kathleen. Only ten shopping days before Christmas. Longing for you, Kathleen. Only five shopping dais before Christmas. Only yours, dearest, . Kathleen. THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Holiday Blues Alone on Christmas Day, he wan- dered gloomily through the deserted rooms of the sumptious apartment. Not a sound disturbed the quiet of the place. A gaily ornamented Christ- mas tree radiated in brilliance, but it failed to cheer him. Wreaths of holly and bits of evergreen adorned the v. indows. but they could not gladden him. For him the entire house wore a melancholy aspect. The spacious rooms where only yesterday mam played, now were silent. He could not understand the overwhelming loneliness. .. Why do people go out on Christ- mas Day. leaving the family cat all alone at home? ZERO Miss Southwich—Do you know why you flunked this subject? Aim YJ rencik—I can’t think . . . Miss Southwick— Exactly! Most girls, however dull, have a keen sense of rumor. A CRITICAL MOMENT His face was very pale, Hi aspect strange and unnatural. There was a certain fear In his features. I hat seemed to increase As-the minutes went by. lie did not move. Nor dfd he speak. His silent motionless attitude I old of a. distinct uneasiness Within his mind. But why all this? ’Veil, the poor Senior Was having his picture taken. A GRAVE MATTER Gus novak, Camp Bowie, .Texas, has a stiff job now.” “What’s he doing?” He's an undertaker’s assistant. “Fowl play,” mused the farmer as the chickens ran about the yard. , . ------------- E-Z DRAWING ! ■ . I--------------------------! . Three polar bears eating marsh- mallows on a snowbank. I Doc. 20. 1914 There'll Always Be a Christmas 'Tu is the day before Christmas .And ail through the school. Not a creature was stirring, Even the water in the pool. 1 lie students had decided they needed a rest, And now were all ready for none but ■ the best. They had all seen Santa And told hint fheir wishes. The teachers were anxious for Christ- mas to come And for them things had begun to hum. 1 hey did all their shopping And « ere quite relieved 1 hat things soon would he popping On their Christmas Eve. And « hen the holidays were over And all good had passed, The students «-ere eager I o come back to class. 1 he teachers, too, «ere glad school had started, For they hated front the pupils to be parted. 1 heir Christmas had been a wonder- ful treat, I he gifts, the free, and the holly wreath. And though there are people who think it’s a bore, 1 ite’e arc enough students to clamor for more. But then ... in the year 1992, There still will be students agreeing with you. FAST ER FEAST? A holy day or fast observed on the 25th of December is the definition of Christmas in Webster’s Dictionary Just what does it mean to you? It's not easy to express the feeling you get when you’re sitting at your dinner table or opening gifts before tne tree thinking of someone less for- tunate “over there.” Your neighbor’s son in the Pacific, or your own broth- er somewhere in France. Its hard to trv to cover up vour thoughts of him at this time, hut as in the last three years of “Christmas at war,” we will again strive to be happy to do our bit for our boys by attending the church of our faith and praying that maybe next vcai peace will come. VOLUME H. No. 8 Steel Dust Journal it it A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN H’HICH H'F LIVE it ☆ FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL -:- GARY. INDIANA January'26. 1945 EXHIBIT CREATES INTEREST IN THE AMERICAN NEGRO Examples of African Culture Are Brought to Public's Attention An exhibit on the contributions of the Negro to American culture was displayed recently in the Bailey Branch Library by the Council Against Intolerance in America. Rose VVasserman is credited with the orig- inal idea, but the exhibit was planned and executed by John P. Becker. One of the outstanding books on Negro background, The Myth of the Negro Past, describes the Negro as a farmer, worker, writer and hero. Dis- tinguished personalities are found in many fields. Music gives us the famed contralto, Marian Andersen; the versatile actor and singer, Paul Robeson, and the “Father of the Blues,” W. C. Handy. Booker T. Washington and Frederick Douglass are famous educators who believe that with opportunity the Negro has ac- quired and can attain more intelli- gence. From the peanut George Washington Carver produced 300 products, including soap, axle grease, milk and paper. The Negro has al- ways fought for our country long be- fore the Civil War and is doing his part in World War II. Main reasons for the exhibit were to educate other peoples as to the worth of the Negro, eliminate race prejudice, and make us think. “Our straight thinking has a great deal to do with the welfare of our nation, with our happiness and with the hap- piness and lives of our children.” Preservation of world peace can only be achieved after adjustment of our own nation takes place. IN DEEPEST SYMPATHY The Staff wishes to express deepest sympathy to Ann and Stella Malocha, Peter Kovelenko, Mary Kopcik, John Hadley and Alex Vagenas who, with- in the last few weeks have lost some- one dear and near to them. Words cannot express how we feel, for words are weak and powerless to console, hut our hearts and thoughts are with you in sincere sympathy. NEW SUBSCRIPTION DRIVE OPENS Starting with the ninth issue of the paper, those people who are will- ing to part with 50 cents will receive the school newspaper. Those who a I ? ready have subscribed need not sub- scribe again. This is only for new subscribers. Steel Dust Journal’s sec- on subscription drive will extend over a week of the second semstcr. We had about 380 subscribers when our first drive was conducted, and we hope to have at least 200 more subscriptions for the second semester. The more subscribers we have, the better paper you will have. We have, so far, sent a copy of every issue of the Stel Dust Journal to our boys in the service. It takes quite a bit of money to support this project, and each and everyone who has not as yet subscribed can help by doing so. Our boys enjoy the paper very much and the least we can do for them is to see that they do not miss a copy of the paper. READER’S DIGEST IN POPULAR DEMAND AT FROEBEL SCHOOL Students Obtain Magazine From English Teachers Approximately 250 students are purchasing the Reader’s Digest every month. Mrs. Uncapber is the dis- tributor of all the Digests and the English teachers take the orders and deliver the Digests to the students. Although the majority of the stu- dents buy the Digests, every student should have access to the magazine for the valuable information it has to (Continued on Page 2) C. A. P. COURSE TO BE OFFERED IN FROEBEL 15-17-Year-Old Boys and Girls Are Eligible TKe purpose of the C. A. P. course which is to lie offered at Froebel this coming semester is to get the public air-minded and air-trained for future civil aviation. We are interested in seeing all those who can possibly take the course do so, in order that this p.ogram may be started with a large class. All boys and girls from the ages 15 to 17 are eligible to take the course, provided they have had one year of algebra with a grade of “C” or more, and a good average in other academic subjects. In order to introduce this new course, the higher math and physics requirements have been low- ered. When you join the C. A. P. course you are not in the army nor a part of the army, even though you ear a semi-regulation uniform which vou buy at the reduced price of $9.00. Gary has just received a carload of C. A. P. equipment, one-eighth of which will go to Froebel. We are to have the best-equipped academic class in the city with a three motor display, costing the C. A. P. thousands of dollars. Equipment used in this course was used in the training of regular armv and navy pilots. The course consists of five hours a week in school, plus two hours a week at the Armony. Students will attend one out of three nights or a Saturday morning for further training. This course will prepare you both for the civil pilot’s license and Service Air Corps. This new C. A. P. course will be a four-point one-semester subject this year, and next year it will become a one-year eight-point subject. With special permission from Mr. Nuzum a student may substitute this course for gym. Mr. Irwin will be the teacher. He will be provided by C. A. P. with any materials he needs to make this subject a successful one. Postwar theories all point to the air and flying ... so, join today and be prepared for tomorrow. ____________________________________________ Jan. 26. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price............$1.00 a Year H. A. NUZUM Principal F. S. ALBRIGHT . Assistant Principal STAFF Editor.................Gertrude Danch Sports.................John Baranko Nick Stevoff Ann Feryo Catherine Vaseloff Copy.......... Eleanor Berxish Circulation Ann Marencik Fannie Blatsourls Business Manager. Angeline Ramirez Service News .......... Ann Thomas Anglene Elmas Class Sponsor.......... Kathryn Welsh Printing Sponsor....... Harvey Knesek Printers...............Phil Pletrzak John Baranko Arnold Bernstein Art ............. Mildred Smiegel Typing .........Seventh Period Shorthand Class (Continued from Page 1) offer. The Digest contains articles on literature, science, and many cur- rent social, political and economic topics. The contents are varied and n orth while in keeping you up to date on world events. The value of this little magazine accounts for its rising popularity. One of our high cshool teachers made this statement: “In these days when so much is available for read- ing, it is difficult to decide what is worth while and what is a waste of time. The Reader’s Digest is one sure way of sifting a few grains from so much chaff. While there is much worth reading, much worth listening to on the radio, and much worth see- ing in the movies, unless we budget our time and make intelligent choices, it is very easy to use all our time and contact nothing that is uplifting or educational and very little that is even interesting to one with a mental age of over io. The Reader’s Digest, the Scholastic and The American Ob- server are only thre of several school publications made available to the stu- dents of Froebel. As teachers and students, we should see to it that they do not go to waste.” BOXING BRIEFS Two Froebel boys participated in the recent C. Y. O. boxing show held in the Memorial Auditorium. Both boys proved to be superior to their opponents. Johnny Simko decisioned Tom Hichey, and Mike Sosh deci- sioned Pepper Martin. These two boys will go far if they continue with their boxing careers. Good luck! “Do you ever knock on wood?” “Oh, yes; constantly.” “Then you’re superstitious?” “No. I’m a carpenter.” BIRTHDAY GREETINGS May this birthday surely be One of j.oy and harmony . . . May health and joy and good cheer Stay with you throughout the year! Harvey DuBois, Soph............Jan. I Julia Steczyk, Senior ..........Jan I Helen Markovich, Junior .....Jan. 2 Mary Klich, Senior ............Jan. 3 John Vucekovich, Soph..........Jan. 3 Harold Babcock, Frosh .......Jan. 4 Veska Naidenoff, Junior .....Jan. 4 Alice Harden, Senior ..........Jan. 5 Betty Novotny, Junior .........Jan. 5 Irene Slovenka, Senior ......Jan.6 Carl Taseff, Junior ...........Jan. 6 Ramero Hernandez, Frosh .....Jan. 7 Andy Poulos, Junior ...........Jan. 7 Nick Thiros, Frosh ............Jan. 8 Joseph Balluch, Soph...........Jan. 9 Amelia Flores, Senior .........Jan. 9 Dorothy Wrzesinski, Frosh....Jan. 9 Romero Jiminez, Junior ......Jan. 10 Mary Kuzma, Soph............Jan. 11 George Christian, Frosh .....Jan. 12 Cleo Tonis, Junior.............Jan. 13 Gene Bryant, Soph..............Jan. 14 Jerry Polakis, Junior .........Jan. 14 Naomi Augustus, Junior ......Jan. 16 Rufus Lackey, Frosh .........Jan. 18 Bernard Andrey, Frosh .......Jan. 19 Angeline Poulos,- Soph......Jan. 19 Thomas Peller, Frosh ........Jan. 20 Kathleen Johnston, Frosh ....Jan. 23 Corine Lee, Senior.............Jan. 25 Fleanor Krasczka. Junior ....Jan. 25 Theodore Statis, Soph..........Jan. 25 Irene Kozielski, Junior .....Jan. 27 Dorothy Sikora, Soph...........Jan. 27 Johnny Hadley, Frosh...........Jan. 28 Chester Zieba, Soph............Jan. 28 Joe Stupor, Frosh .............Jan. 30 Marge Kelcak, Soph.............Jan. 31 Margaret Santelik, Frosh ....Jan. 31 Richard Smelko, Soph...........Jan. 31 Two strange men became restless after waiting in a doctor’s office for a long period of time. They began a conversation: Irishman—“I’m suffering from ar- thritis.” Second Man—“How do you do? I’m Ginsberg from Chicago.” REMEMBER !!! m PERCENT 100 DAY! JAN- 30,1945 100% Day Report The 100 Per Cent Day that was held qn December 12 was, as usual, not quite 100 per cent. We wonder why everybody doesn’t feel it’s im- portance. Classes contributing the most were: Miss Graham’s 9:30 History Class, with a total of $376.40; Coach Kyle’s 9:30 Class with $23.95; Mrs. Jones’ 9:30 U. S. History Class, with $913.55, and Miss Liggett’s 9:30 East -Study Hall, with $13.10. The Student Council is proud of the following teachers and students for having their classes 100 per cent: M iss Maloney’s 9:30 Math Class, Miss Soutlnvick’s 9:30 10A English Class, Miss Stewart’s 9:30 Advanced Math Class, Mrs. Uncapher’s 9:30 English Cass, and Mrs. Wesh’s 9:30 9B English Class. 1 he high school bought stamps and bonds amounting to the sum of $2.11.20, and. the grade school stu- dents bought $600.00 worth. (Think that one over, high school students.) The total amount of stamps and bonds to date is $1,346.50. I he Student Council is still plug- ging for 100 per cent. Why not watch for the next date and save a dime for the occasion ? Important Notice FOR SENIORS ONLY The orders for invitations to your 1945 graduation will be taken during the month of February. Only an of- ficial invitation with the school seal on it is permissible. Students may not have their own invitations printed, since the school seal is used only by the Jostens Printing Company. Invita- tions are priced as near the cost as possible. Whatever profits are made, of course, benefit the Senior Class fund. Please be loyal to your class in this matter. There is no restriction placed on calling card orders. You may get those anywhere you wish. We have a nice selection of Art Craft Cards, however, at reasonable prices. Please keep in mind your order for graduation invitations and order early ■—the price of the invitation is 12c. Money for your order must be paid in advance. K. Welsh, Senior Sponsor. R. A. Nuzum, Principal. Ian. 26. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three CHEMISTRY When days are calm and quiet, Miss Mailath gives her Chemistry classes a treat they always enjoy and of which the - never tire. The classes play a game almost like “Bingo.” Yet this game is as helpful in their study of chemistry as it is intersting. It is called “Elemento.” Instead of num- bers as in “Bingo,” the pupils must complete a row of chemical elements and symbols, either vertically or hori- zontally. When a row is completed, the pupil calls “Elemento,” and the game is over. You can just imagine who gets through first! They play another game, some- times. However, this game is much more difficult. It is a card game in which the players match one or more cards making different chemical com- pounds. The games are a lot of fun, and the students will learn a lot from playing them . . . thanks to Miss Mailath. Y-FROES SPONSOR Y-DANCE The Y-Froe members met recently to plan a program for the Y-dance they will sponsor Friday, February 9, 1945. The dance will be held from 7130 to 11, and games will be availa- ble for anyone who wishes to play. The dance will be held at the Y. W. C. A. On the assistance committee are: Fanny Blatsioris, Sophie Diamond, Amelia Flores, Andriana Jollas, Marge Macaluso, Violet Marcus, Julia Pavlik, Ann Ply, Angie Ra- mirez and Marge Zoumis. Chaperons for the dance will be Mr. and Mrs. H. Hague. EUCLIDEAN CIRCLE INITIATION The Euclidean Circle held its ini- tiation recently in the girls’ gym. The 26 new members were greeted at the door with super-special sandwiches made of bread, onions, and peppers, and as an aid to digestion, they were given a fresh drink of vinegar. The requirement for entrance to the Circle is at least three years of mathematics. On the day of the ini- tiation, perfect silence was to be kept, or else—it was too bad for the ini- tiates. Mrs. Stewart, sponsor of the club, was presented with a lovely set of dishes. JUNIOR-SENIOR PARTY IS HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL I here mat be shortages in these war times, but there was a shortage O' nothing at the Junior-Senior Club’s second annual Christmas party attended by the members and their parents. Entertainment, refreshments and guests were in great abundance. The program began with the sing- ing of the National Anthem. Jovcc Powell gave the opening address, and Mildred Sadler the history of the club. Contributing their talent to the success of t;,c program were: Emma Jean Henderson, Naomi Ag ustus, Tames Henderson, Faustine Freder- ick, Jesse James, Eloise Goodn'n Marsha N eal, and the Aeolian Cho- rus. accompanied by Mrs. Lee. Besides the pa ents, other guests were present. They were Mr. and Mrs. Henry Butler, Miss Gohdes, Mrs. Stewart, Mr. Fisher, Mrs. Un- capher, Mr. Nuzum, Mr. Albright, Mr. Nathaniel Syles of East Pulaski, and Mr. Paul Lange of Horace Mann. OTficers of the club this year are: President, Joyce Powell; vice presi- dent, Ray Williams; secretarv, Mae I ee Thomas; treasurer, Melvin Stroud; social chairmen, Emma Jean Henderson and James Johnson; pub- licity chairmenl, Willie Williams and Ronald Jones. The sponsors of the club a-e Miss Cooper, Mr. Davis and Mr. McAllister. WHITE FLFPHANT BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR F. B. C. GIRLS The White Elephant Birthday Party, honoring the girls whose birth- da s were in December, was held in the cafeteria after school on Tues- day, January 16. Attractive programs in the form of an elephant were designed by the Booster Chairman and presented to every girl. The customary blue and yellow links, the club’s symbol, were riven to each girl whose birthday was being honored. They were: Irene Bollcg, Stella Demos, Sylvia Enoshel, Anne Kovack, Dorothy Tokarski, Dora Mackin and Marie Kisylia. For the White Elephant game, each girl had brought something that she couldn’t use and wrapped it up attractively. The package makes the round until the music stopped. Each girl ended with something different. Refreshments consisting of sand- wiches, potato chips and hot choco- late were served by the social chair- man and her committee. i ROEBEL BOOSTER CLUB HOLDS FIRST MFETING OF THE NEW YEAR The Froebel Booster Club held its first meeting of the New Year re- cently. Miss Liggett thanked the girls for presenting her with a War Bond fur Christmas. The girls discussed resolutions they have made for the New Year, and plans for the White lephant Party were announced by the president. The program chairman read an article written by M s. Ar- t ur Murray. There were many helpful hints on good grooming and dancing. 1 he meeting was adjourned • til the girls holding hands and sav- in '. “Let us be loyal friends now and fo’ever.” B?Y «TESTS GIRL The Senior and Junior boys will gather in the small auditorium on February 6 to discuss four important social problems with the F. B. C. girls. The questions that will be up for discussion will be “What does the Froebel boy think of the Froebel girl, ’nd vice versa,” “Why don’t we have date dances?” and “What can we do to improve social conditions?” Edward Yukl, Senior president, and Gloria Gonan, program chair- man, will be discussion leaders. All the students present will participate and contribute to the discussion. We believe a meeting of this sort will be instrumental in correcting many social problems that the Froe- bel students are up against. Miss Liggett, our sponsor, will guide us in the discussion. FROEBT'S SPARKLING NEW BULLETIN BOARDS Have you noticed the smart look- ing bulletin boards on the third floor? You can thank the Student Council for them. It’s really a pleas- ure to walk through the halls, a pleas- ure both for the students and the faculty. The Student Council plans to keep fresh, up-to-date material on the boards, and will gladly accept all ma- terial from the students which is for display. The Council is trying to stress Ed- ucation, Art, Music, Literature. Health, and War Posters. We hope to make these boards a permanent part of Froebel, and we also hope that all the students enjoy them now and in the future. Garrett Cope is chairman of the committee in charge of the bulletin board displays. Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Ian. 26. 1945 BEAT ELWOOD !! IN THE CRYSTAL BALL According to the Froebel students who answered the question, “Who do you think will win the February I Horace Mann-Froebel game, and what will the score be?” Froebel will defeat Mann by a score of 33 to 27. Out of the many students asked. 30 per cent believed that Froebel will be defeated, while the other 70 per cent think the Blue Devils will win. The average score was predicted to be 33 to 27. If all these “cyrstal gazers” are correct, this game should he a “thriller diller” up to the last second of the game. Emerson vs. Froebel The Blue Devils recently were de- feated by the Emerson Norsemen. The Emersonians pulled up from a losing first half to a sparkling drive which netted them 10 points to win the game, 27 to 19. Hammond vs. Froebel During the half-time period Froe- bel had a 3-point lead over Ham- mond, but in the second half too many “free throws missed” caused Froebel to lose, 31 to 25. Joe Kuz- ma, high point man, cashed in 18 of the 25 points. Lew Wallace vs. Froebel The Froebel Blue Devils felt the sting of the Lew' Wallace Hornets in a game that was strictly Wallace all the way through. The Hornets dropped in 8 more points than Froe- bel had. The score was 30 to 22. Emerson vs. Froebel The Blue Devils of Froebel beat Emerson in a 32-30 revenge victory over the Emersonians. This pays the Norsemen back for that loss earlier in the season. Accurate shooting paid off in the game. BLUE DEVILS WIN CONSOLATION PRIZE IN HOLIDAY TOURNEY Battling fast and furious, the fight- ing Blue Devils finally beat Tolles- ton and Roosevelt of Gary to take consolation honors in the Holiday Tournament. After losing their first game to Lew Wallace, 4028, the Froebelites came roaring back to beat Roosevelt. 22-20, and this time no double overtime w'as needed. You re- member, of course, that Roosevelt beat us by two points in our initial game of the season. Our beating them in the Holiday Tourney proves that we aren’t flukes and have the stuff that’s needed to win championships. Keeping our winning form through the day, the Blue Devils came back in the evening to throttle Tolleston rallies and to win a tough contest with the Blue Raiders bv a 29-26 score. FROEBEL LOSES FIRST SWMING ENCOUNTER TO HORACE mm Taking into consideration the fact that the Blue Devils haven’t been in any swimming meets for two years should put salve on the defeat that was handed them by the tune of a 44-24 Horace Mann score. Although there is a 20-point deficit represented by the score, the contest was a hot cue in several events. Mike Sosh took a first in the 40- yard event, a second in the 100-yard free style, and was a member of the winning 100-yard relay team. Danny Oprish took second place in the back stroke and diving events, Arscnio Sanchez placed third in the 100-yard BLUE DEVILS TO INVADE ELWOOD The Blue Devils of Froebel will travel to El wood tomorrow, January 27, to play their first game against the Elw'ood school. Froebel’s basketball team, this year, is not living up to our expectations. Whether the Blue Devils win or lose Saturday will make little difference, for Froebel is out of the race for the Western N. I. H. S. C. or city championships. But . . . don’t get discouraged, the Blue Devils can still come up with some fancy shooting and good teamwork as last year when Froebel was successful in defeating El wood in a “last minute thriller.” FRESHMAN TOURNEY A Freshman tourney was held at Michigan City with Froebel, Lew Wallace, LaPorte and Michigan City participating. Lew Wallace captured first place and Froebel took second. Froebel won their first game, beat- ing Michigan City, 28-22. In that game they showed some good shooting and ball handling. They lost the championship game to Lew Wallace, 20-19. In this game they lost the ball too many times on bad passing. Although they lost, they gave Wal- lace a good scare. The boys who played in the tourney were Joe Stu- por, John Hadley, Chris Gastevich, Tom Peller, Eli Leka and Pete Bellessis. _________________________ breast stroke, and Augustine Leon placed third in the 220-yard free-style event. Probably the most exciting event was the 100-yard free style relay. The Blue Devils won the close race, with Alvarez, C. Zehiralis, Nova and Sosh serving as speedboats on the winning relay team. Ian. 26. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Five White Fang White Fang, a book written by Jack London and published by Gros- set Dunlap, is about a dog who is born in a cave near the forest. As he grows up he learns how to hunt and kill. White Fang and his mother were captured by a band of Indians and they are separated. He is very cruelly treated and learns to hate man and beast. After many months of cruel treatment, White Fang is sold to a white man called Beauty Smith. Smith puts White Fang in the ring with other dogs and he wagers money on the fights. White Fang wins fight after fight, but he is almost killed in a fight with a bulldog when Weedon Scott, a trapper, interrupts and saves White Fang’s life. White Fang learns to love Scott and when he goes to California, he takes White Fang with him. In California, White Fang saves the judge from a brutal mur- derer, but he is almost killed. He soon gets well and finds that he is the father of a half dozen puppies. —James George—8 L Aliases In Miss Brooner’s second year Spanish class everyone is called by a Spanish name. Some iust changed their English names into Spanish, and others chose a Spanish name that they liked. There are only 22 pupils in the class, so due to this fact, each one remembers the other’s Spanish name. Below are the names of the pupils in Spanish and in English: I-orraine Watts, Ramona; Betty Kirla, Eleanor; Alice Romanow, Juanita; Peter Petroff, Pancho; Carl Taseff, Pepe; Melvin Stroud, Raf- ael ; Edward Spak, Eduardo; Lydia Honchar, Julia; Lawrence Cannon, Enrique; Teresa Cervantes, Teresa; Sorcorro Morales, Sorcorro; Dorothy Sikora, Dorotea; Sylvia Cogelja, Alicia; Willette Comer, Margarita; Mattie Dunlevy, Consuelo; Sylvia Enoshel, Elena; Evelyn Lawler, Francisca; Ray Williams, Ramon; Mary Alvarado, Eloisa; Ruth Agus- tus, Maria; Rose Mary Bonis, Rosa Maria. WHO IS THE HATCHET MAN ?!?! ALPHA G. A. A. HOLDS DANCE Once again the Froebel Alpha G. A. A. held one of their biggest activities of the year, Holidaze for Stving. The music was furnished by Herby Cox and enjoyed by both stu- dents of Frcebel and other schools. The Council Members were pre- sented v ith corsages of white carna- tions tied with a blue ribbon. After three hours of dancing and fun, all good things must end, and the G. A-. A. closed another of its af- fairs until next year. VOLLEYBALL Once again volleyball season is here. It is a spo-t enjo'ed by both boys and girls and is looked forward to by the members of the G. A. A. The sport started January 17 and will run until February 7. It is be- ing played in both the girls’ gym and court on Wednesday and Thursday of each week. Again this year we would like to have “Boy Meets Girl” if only more boy s would co-operate. More news of this will be posted later. The captains of this year’s teams are: Freshman, Josephine Cammarata qnd Marge Sulich; Sophomores, Madge Feryo. Matilda Balluch and Mary Lou Bovajian; Juniors, Ida M ae Lucco, Mary Gusan, Rosemary Bonis and Alice Matson; Seniors, Marge Zumis. The chairman is Anne Feryo. SHUFFLEBOARD Shuffleboard, like volleyball, start- ed on January 17, and will run for the same season. Although it is a spring sport, you can have fun, no matter when you play it. You may think it is a dull, inactive game, but with a little skill anyone can have a swell time. Trying to remember y-ou want to add 10 to your score, you’ll shoot wild and in- stead have to get a score of 50. The requirement of 20 games to earn 100 points is very lenient. Come on, girls, let’s shuffle and earn while you learn. This year’s chairman is Sylvia Enoshel. SENIORS TO TAKE REFRESHER COURSE IN MATHEMATICS For the past three years, the Gary- Public High Schools have been giv- ing the Refresher Mathematics Ex- ams. The following Seniors will be enrolled in the second semester course which is usually taught by Mr. Swank: Betty Andrey, Lucille Bad- S0G1AL SECURITY CARD When to Get It . . . Get a Social Security Card only if you go to work on a job that is cov- e ed by the Social Security Act—a job for a store, office, factory, hotel, filling station, telephone company, or other business or industry. Don’t get a card if you go to work on a farm, in a private home, in any non-profit religious, charitable or educational or- ganization, or for a government of- fice. Such jobs are not covered by the Social Security Act. Where to Get It .. . You can get your Social Security Card at the Social Security Board, Room 213, Post Office Building, Gary. What To Do With It .. . Your Social Security Card has your number on it; no other person’s card has the same number. Report your number to every employer, part- time or full time, provided it is a job covered by the Act. Why Hold on to It .. . The number on your card identi- fies your Social Security account. You will need it whenever you take a job that is covered by the law. You will need it when you file a claim for monthly payments. So keep it safe. A Community-Wide Basis . . . To see at first hand how the Social Security program operates on a com- munity-wide basis, many teachers have taken their pupils to visit the local office of the Social Security- Board and to hear the Social Security office manager describe the sen-ices of his office to the community. We also have facilities for showing film strips and motion pictures on assem- bly and home-room programs. Group arrangements may be made through your teacher, school clubs or P.-T. A. organization. Phone or write Albert S. Lewis, manager. Social Security- Board, Post Office Building, Gary, Indiana. anish, Steve Badylak, Dorothy Bal- ash, Mattie Booker, Churncy Brown. Garrett Cope, Gertrude Danch, Mary Dry, Frederick Faustine, Helen Gianopolis, Alice Harden, James Henderson, Josephine Hir- shak, Albert Jarosack, Ethel John- son, John Marjanian, Andrew Panos, Rose Polizzotto, Angeline Ramirez, George Ramusack, Mildred Sadler, Bess Stouraitis and Marge Zoumis. Page Six THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Ian. 26. 1945 FRQEBEL STUDENT MAKES GOOD IN WEST Froebel now has a personal repre- sentative in Hollywood. She is very talented in the field of art, a fact that her friends have discovered for them- selves. A cartoon entitled “Jip and Judy,” was expressly created by her for the Junior magazine, a Croatian Fratenal Union monthly publication. She was a junior during her last year at Froebel, did continuous art work for school organizations and played the clarinet in the concert band. If you still cannot guess her identity, this is the story of Anne Mayhan as she begins her journey on the road to success. Some time last year Anne received the promise of a position in Metro- Gold wyn-Mayer’s art department. Knowing that her studies in art and cartoon drawing could be continued while she worked, Anne did not resist the call to sunny California. Anne’s sister, Eva, who also has done exceptionally good art work, ac- companied her on the trip. Both girls were thrilled at the prospect of a long train ride through strange, new and thrilling country. It took some time to get settled in California, but plans were under way for the girls to attend Alexander Hamilton High. By now they are terminating their senior year in high school. Anne had to get a work per- mit, since she is under 18 years of age, and California laws concerning minors are very strict. She and her sister, have visited the Santa Anita race track, movie studies, the University of California, Santa Monica beach, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the Hollywood Bowl, and other well-known places. They have met and talked to some of the Holly- wood stars, and write to their Gary friends of their experiences with much gusto. To Anne and Eva Mayhan go the best wishes of everyone at Froebel. May their success be of permanent value and their work a source of hap- piness. “I broke 76 on the golf course today.” “My, how careless of you. I haven’t broken a club in years.” Soph—“Did you ever take chloro- form ?” Frosh—“No. Who teaches it?” INQUIRING REPORTER “Oh! Oh!!” “Why, what’s the matter?” “Why, don’t you know it’s final exam time and I’m scared stiff?” “Now, I don’t think there’s any- thing to get hysterical about.” “Well, I hope that my fingernails grow long enough to bite on, be- cause I can’t simply go through with it without having something to keep my nerves steady.” Yes, Students, The Inquiring Re- porter has found your personal knowl- edge on how final exams affect your nervous system, and here they are: Helen Gianopolis, a Senior girl, quotes: “Tomorrow is final exam day. I haven’t slept a wink all night. You enter your class sleepy and ex- hausted. Your nerves, if they are like mine, are jumping. Last night’s mani- cure goes to waste and still I haven’t the nerve to go through with it. Yes, final exams affect me a great deal.” Eleanor Krasoczka, a Junior girl, says she doesn’t worry about final exams at all. You either know it or you don’t. You either flunk or pass. So why worry at all? James McGee, a Sophomore boy, says: “I don’t know about other peo- ple, but when a final exam comes along, I just don’t give it one solitary thought. I just fake them like any other test. Harry Manos, a Freshman boy, says: “Final exams just don’t affect mv nervous system at all.” A member of the Junior-Senior Club, Charles Williams, says: “Final exams make me so nervous 1 can’t even think straight, even while I’m taking them. It’s awful, 1 know, but I can’t overcome it.” Grade School Final examinations were given on January 22, 23 and 24. Each teacher announced the day for her test. Frank S. Albright. Young Man — “Whats the next train ?” Station Master—“Next train goes to New York in five minutes.” Young Man—“Some speed!” “Hey, mister; your engine’s smok- ing.” “Well, its old enough!” A conceited girl never cries her ! � .1 1s out! He—“May I have this dance?” She—“Sure; I don’t want if.” , Too, Hear America Singing By Verona Hughes I, too, hear America singing, My heart proudly lifts to her song. Her song, O so gladly is ringing, The notes swelling clear, loud and long. 0, beautiful song of the mountains, O, beautiful song of the sea, Thy clear notes resound from the fountains And echo again within me. 1, too, hear America singing; It comes from each house and each home. It rings from the hillsides and valleys Where even the tramp tends to roam. This song -as not writ in one morn- ing; This song was not writ in two years. It comes to us down through the cent’ries ; ’Twas writ by the heartaches and tears. I, too, hear America singing; My heart proudly lifts to her song. Her song O, so gladly is ringing, The notes swelling clear, loud and long. This poem is the result of a movie shown in the projection room on the history of our country. It set me thinking of all the long years it has taken to make America the song she sings today—the Song of Freedom. FINAL FXAM SCHEDULES FALL SEMESTER, 1944-45 High School January 25—Social studies and Eng- lish ; shorthand and bookkeeping. January 26 — Mathematics and science; foreign language, safety and typing. All other subjects chose their day. Examinations were given at the regular class hour and regular class meeting place. Richard A. Nuzum, Principal. Page Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Jan. 26. 1945 THANKS TO FROEBEL YANKS! The Steel Dust Journal Staff wishes to thank all of you service boys for the nice Christmas cards and let- ters from you. It gives us a feeling cf pride and joy to know that our boys everywhere are doing their share, but still have time to remember us and send a greeting. If it were possible, we jvould like to print each and every greeting in the school paper, but since we can’t, we’ll do the next best thing by send- ing you the paper on schedule and keeping you posted on school affairs. Wherever you may be, remember we back home are rooting for you. Pvt. Tony Zaragosa, a ’43 gradu- ate, suffered an injury to his right arm in action in Germany, and now is hospitalized in England. This, his parents learned from a letter Tony had written with his left hand. Pfc. Joe Romeo, who was inducted in February-of ’43 while he was still going to Froebel, now is overseas with an infantry unit. Joe played in the regimental band and while still at school was in the Concert Band. Re- cent newspaper reports say that Joe was wounded in action while serving in France. Kacy Trembicki had the luck to get a three-day pass and traveled from Boston to spend Christmas at home. Navy Doctor: “I would like to have a quart of blood for a transfu- sion. Can you give it?” Boot: “I can only give a pint. I gotta shave tomorrow.” Pvt. Mary D. Amigdalos, who hoped for assignment with the Signal Corps when she enlisted in the Wom- en’s Army Corps in August, has been granted her request. Having com- pleted her basic training at Fort Des Moines, Iowa, she will report soon for duty with the second signal serv- ice in Arlington, Va. A graduate of ’43, Mary has a brother in similar signal work. The story about the motor stalling is out of date. “Let’s park here,” says the rookie on leave, “and save gas for the offensive.” It’s the first time out West for Pvt. John Huerta, who was stationed at hort Ord, Cajifornia; and he thinks it’s an ideal spot for a vaca- tion. Especially California!! John kas left the States with his paratroop- ers unit, and the Southwest Pacific s on will be able to have a Froebel reunion. Sgt. John Yuhasz, a graduate of '39. has spent 25 months in Alaska and the Aleutians. He had his first furlough since he entered the army, and had the good fortune to spend b th Christmas and New Year’s at home. During ail those months in Alaska, Sgt. Yuhasz served with a quartermaster unit. Larry Badylak. A S, was pledge ! to the Tau Kappa Alpha, national honorary speech fraternity, at Indiana State Teachers’ College, where he is stationed with a V-12 unit. “A submarine,” wrote a boot on his examination paper, “is a ship with water on all four sides of it.” Pfc. Nick Kostas. wounded in the invasion of the Palau Islands, recent- ly sent his purple heart medal to his parents. Nick was hit by fragments from a Jap mortar shell as he landed on Angaur with the American forces. Pvts. Angelo Polakis and George Dohrea finished their training at ( amp Roberts, and came home on furlough recently. They haven’t as let moved to their new camp. I -ante Corporal George Taseff has been stationed at Fort Knox, Ken- tucky, with the Tank Corps, and re-. cently came home on a seven-day fur- lough after receiving his tank com- mander’s certificate on completing his basic. Sgt.: “You are the laziest man I ever saw. Isn’t there anything you’re quick at?” Pet.: “I get tired awful fast.” Bill Urban, now stationed in New Guinea with the U. S. Navy, would like to know if anyone here at school writes letters. Bill said he gets quite a letdown when he comes back from a shakedown cruise and finds no mail. He’d like to hear from both the stu- dents and the faculty, and intends to come back to school after the war. Miss Stephanie Klen left for Fort Des Moines, Iowa, where she will receive her WAC basic training. Later, she hopes to be assigned to the AAF. Lady to Old Salt: “Tell me, do those tattoo marks wash off?” Old Salt: “I can’t say, Lady!” Syt. Louis Verbich. lower ball turret gunner on an 8th Air Force Flying l ortiess, recently has been awarde I the Air Medal. Sgt. Verbich joined the A F in March. 1943, and is a member of the 487th Bomb Group, a unit of the 3rd Bombardment L nit, which was cited by the President. J'.mil Jarcik. radioman second class, considered himself the happiest sailor in the Navy w ken he spent the Christ- mas holidays at home. Emil is a sur- vivor of the Gambier Bay, escort car- rier that was sunk by the Japs in the Philippines. He never expected to see another Christmas, let alone spend this one in Gary. S Sgt. Eli Red Scott” Malich. formerly of the famous ’40 basketball team, now stationed in the Dutch East Indies, recently sent this small note on a Christmas card to Mrs. Kathryn Welsh: “Hi! Are you surprised!! I’ve been in on an invasion, went on infantry patrol in Jap-held terirtory, and the enemy still are bombing here, but I was never as scared as the time 1 broke a window in your study hall class — remember?” Mrs. Welsh didn’t mean to frighten you that badly, Eli. Petty Officer Helen Repon has re- turned to San Diego after spending a 15-day leave here in Gary. Helen is assigned to the operations office, and received her yeoman’s training at Ce- dar Falls, Iowa. Among the more fortunate service men home during the holidays were Pvt. Albert Vucekovich, S 2 c Louis Hurtado, who had just completed his boot training at Great Lakes; Pvt. Mitch Biedulewicz, who was sta- tioned at Fort Riley, Kansas, and Sam Spiro” Skaltsas. home on leave from his duties at Great Lakes. This soul-stirring message was written in a letter to Mr. Nuzum from S Sgt. Clement C. Watkins, a former member of the Froebel fac- ulty : Paga Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Ian. 26, 1945 “I don’t think I have told you how much I enjoy The Steel Dust Jour- nal. To me, it is the spirit of Froe- bel and the spirit of youth in its dy- namic enthusiasm. Far away from familiar places, we wonder if things are changing and will they seem strange to us when we return. One thing 1 am certain that always will be there, is the dauntless, cheerful, in- genuous spirit of American boys' and girls. “1 have grown quite used to the greenness of New Guinea, the quaint, semi-civilized natives, and the trop- ical climate. Now 1 am ready for a change. Bring on what you have.” Pvt. Eduard Hodorek, who re- ceived his infantry training at Camp Robinson, Arkansas, has only one wish, and this is the way he expresses it: “I only hope that I’ll meet all the boys in Berlin.” Also at Camp Rob- inson are two other former Froebel students, Pvts. Alfonso Navarro and Dominic Argostmi, Recovering in a Fort Worth, Tex- as. medical hospital, is Jack Eeczko, SM i c. A ’41 graduate of Froebel, Jack was stationed in New Guinea at the time of his lapse of memory. He will return to Gary next month, and wiil receive a medical discharge. Two lucky gobs were George Lon- gazo. Ph.M 3 c, and John Oprisli. S 2 c, when they received passes for holiday leaves. George, stationed at Williamsburg, Virginia, received a 67-hour pass and spent New Year’s at home. John was home for six days and returned to Crane, Indiana, where he will receive orders for over- seas duty. ‘‘Who are those people who are cheering,” asked the recruit, as the Marines marched to the train. “Those,” replied the veteran, “are the people who are not going.” The report on Marine Pfc. Frank Estrada, former Froebel student, is that he is doing very well recuperat- ing in an Oakland, California, hos- pital after having been injured by a Jap grenade while fighting in the Pelelius Islands. The Gary Marine told that it all happened when a Jap threw a hand grenade and he “scooped it up like a baseball” and threw’ it back at them the way he used to throw when he played on the Froebel baseball team. The second was a stroke of bad luck. It exploded and broke his left leg. Pfc. Estrada is one of the first Ma- rines to be returned to the States for hospitalization. He is expected to be home some time in February. Change of Address Barancyk, George, Pvt. 178th General Hospital APO 17172, c o Postmaster New York, N. Y. Burelli, Gino, F 2 c USS Brough DE 148 c o Fleet Postoffice New York. N. Y. Feczko, Paul. S Sgt. Section K LAAF I.aredo, Texas. Gugliuzzo, Louis, S l c USS L.C.S (L) (3) 83 c o Fleet Postoffice San Francisco, Calif. Huerta, John, Pvt. 35148072 271st Repl. Co. APO 711, c o Postmaster San Francisco, Calif. Kougoufas, Tom, S 2 c 40th C.B Co. D-5 Camp Parks, Calif. Leas, Albert, Pvt. 35149139 Troax Field Madison, Wisconsin Pavelka. Tony, S l c (RM) USS Clarendon c o Fleet Postoffice San Francisco, Calif. Potenti, Tony, S i c Navy 115—Box 6—A.A.T.C. c o Fleet Postoffice New York, N. Y. U rban, Bill, USS L.S.T 577 c o Fleet Postoffice San Francisco, Calif. Odar, Joe, Pvt. 35147482 Veteran Administration Hosp. Marion, Indiana . TIME LOST Two stuttering blacksmiths had finished heating a piece of steel, and one placed it on the anvil. “Hhhhhit it,” said the first to his helper. “Wwwwwwwwwhere ?” the other “Ohhh, hhhhhheck. we’ll have to heat it again now!” Puppy love has put many a man in the dog house. EXCHANGES Exchanges are arriving alfnost ev- ery day from many high schools. The Steel Dust Journal has a regular ex- change with twelve high schools, from some of the newest exchanges come these choice tidbits: Boss—You should have been here at 10 o’clock. New’ Employee—Why, what hap- pened ? — The IVelion, Alabama. High heels were invented by a woman who got kissed on the fore- head. —Horace Mann Manuscript. I study my history Georgraphy, English and such, But w’hen it comes to tests, I can’t remember much. Ho-Hi-Life, Hobart. British Sailor—Battleships ? Why the flagship of our navy is so big the captain travels around in an automo- bile ! American Gob — That’s nothing! The galley of our flagship is so big that the cook has to go through the stew in a submarine to see if the po- tatoes are done! —Edison Torch. Ensign—Sailor, go wash your face and neck. Sailor—Neck who, sir? Lew Wallace Philosopher. Teacher—Johnny, what is that? Johnny—That’s a boid. Teacher—It’s a bird, not a boid, Johnny. Johnny—Well, it choips like a boid. —IV hi ting Tattler. COULD BE! While discussing an important sub- iect, Mrs. Uncapher called upon Francis Medved who was slowly on his way to Dreamland . . . She asked, “What do you think of this, Fran- cis ?” Quite surprised and shaking off his drowsiness, he answered hesitant- ly, “I was just thinking about that and was going to ask you what your thoughts on that subject' were.” She replied: “I don’t‘think. I know!” He, trying to agree, said, “I don’t think I know, either.” Bridegroom — “There’s something wrong with this cake.” Bride—“There can’t be. The cook book says it’s delicious.” VOLUME II. No. 9 Steel Dust Journal ☆ ☆ REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN H'HICH IVE LIVE ☆ At FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL GARY, INDIANA February 9. 1945 Annual Football Banruet Honors Coaches, Teams AWARDS MADE FOR SERVICES Tuesday, January 30, the Froebe! School Cafeteri was the scene of the annual football banquet, attended by coaches, teams and guests of honor. The traditional banquet is held each year especially for the boys’ enjoy- ment and to award letters in recog- nition of service. As dark as a military secret, Coach Kyle would not disclose the reason for having the banquet at this late date, but he said that in previous years the banquet had been held as late as June. Whether it is held in December, April, or June, the foot- ball players still get their regards for a season of splendid playing—food and more food! The banquet was served bv these charming waitresses: Fanny Blatsioris, Marge Zoumis, Lorraine Kepshire, Veska Naidenoff, Hedwig Naborczyk, Sylvia Cogelja, Sara Elmas, Rose Marjanian, and Betty Romak. Football players attending were: R. Alabach, S. Badylak, A. Bley, M. Chelovich, A. Costakis, H. Droza, G. Farris, G. Frankovich, J. Hay- duk, G. Haynes, J. Haywood, R. Jones, H. Katsimpolis, E. Komisar- cik, J. Kovalcik, P. Kovalenko, J. Krasnasky, L. Laycin, J. McGee, N. Magurean, A. Molchan, R. Miller, D. Oprish, G. Ramusack, A. Roscoe, R. Smelko, P. Stefanak, M. Stroud, A. Terek, J. Toma, L. Zeheralis, and C. Zeheralis. Also present were the Freshmen boys who achieved the title of city champs: S. Abrams, A. Alvarez, S. Amatulli, D. Ballerino, O. Bennett, F. Brown, R. Chairez, L. Chuckney, R. Ciesielski, J. Cougias, P. Domon- kos, R. Green, J. Hadley, W. Hara- minac. G. Kravicz, R. Lackey, C. Lalevich, R. Manna, J. Onda, M. Reyes, D. Roby, A. Shendrick, J. Smart, M. Soscli, N. Strougulidis, J. Stupor, D. Thanos, A. Thomas, R. Vargas, and J. Vasas. (Continued on Page j) 7 SENIORS COMPLETE HIGH S0H00L DAYS February Graduates to Leave The end of this semester, Februa- ry 2, 1945, marked the completion of high school days for Rudv Alabach, Irene Cougias, Rosemary Knva- cb.ick, Violet Pole, James Thomas, Louis Zeheralis, and Veronica Zim- me man. The Army immediately claimed Jimmy Thomas, who left January 30 to enter the University of Kentucky as an Air Corps reserve trainee. For the other students, there will be calls to the armed forces, work in war plants, and a continuance of their education in higher schools of learning. With the close of this se- mester. their happy, carefree days at Froebel High School have ended. It is time to say farewell to friends, teachers and students. Steel Dust Journal Staff wishes you good luck wherever you go. PATRIOTS’ BIRTHDAYS REFLECT DEMOCRACY This month; February, 1945, we celebrate the birthdays of two of our most illustrious leaders, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. More than a century ago both Washington and Lincoln believed in the principles of a democratic govern- ment, “a government by the consent of the governed.” Yet, both these men, whose ideals were so identical, came from two distinct ways of life. George Washington wras born in a highly respected, rich, and noble fam- ily', while Abe Lincoln was the son of an humble farmer. Still they both emerged from the dusty' annals of history as lovers of democracy. To- day, more than ever before, when thoughts of this chaotic world depress us, we should look toward these two men and be inspired to do just a “little more” to end the war. Froebel boys around the globe are fighting and dying for the millions of “little” things that make a democracy strong. 13CE8EL HELPS TO WELCOME MR. OLDS Bernstein Presents Book Ends Irving S. Olds, U. S. Steel board chairman. as honored by the grade school organization of All-Out Ativn - icans on his recent visit to G rv. He was the guest of honor at the pro- gram held in hi? behalf at Roosevelt Schoo . Representatives of all schools were during the ceremony which com- missioned him an honorary colonel. A. O. A. members from Froebel School who had the pleasure of wel- coming such a distinguished guest were Anthony Riga, Ruth Smenijak, Ann Paraschos and Olympia Roman. A gift from Froebel was a pair of steel book ends presented by Arnold Bernstein to Mr. Olds. They were designed and made by Larnell Ham- mer, Thomas Smith, Nick Kofantaris and Aniats Davis in the school foun- dry shop under the direction of Mt. Keegan. Following Mr. Olds’ return to Pittsburgh, he sent Arnold a very eloquent letter thanking him for his part in the program. To quote a part of the letter: “I am delighted to have the book ends of Chief Calumet, made by hand by Gary Students. Please accept my thanks and appreciation for your part in the program, and please extend a similar message of appreciation to your fellow students at Froebel High School. I should like to have the students at all of the eight Gary high schools aware of how pleasing the en- tire presentation was to me.” The Gary Chamber of Commerce also expressed its appreciation to Ar- nold as follows: “We can safely ‘look forward with steel’ to the time when you and your companions will be tak- ing your proper places in the affairs of this community and this country.” They are fighting to preserve the ideals handed down to us by these two great leaders. Let us all pray that we are worthy of them. Pag Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL February 9. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price........fl.00 a Tear R. A. Nl’ZU'M ...............Principal F. S. ALBRIGHT.......Assistant Principal STAFF Editor John Baranko Nick Stevoff Ann Feryo Catherine Vaseloff Business Manarer Service News Class Sponsor Printing: Sponsor Printers Art Fannie Blatsourls Angellne Ramirez Anrlene Elmas Harvey Knesek John Baranko Shorthand Class VOICE OF THE STUDENT IT'S THE TEACHER'S FAULT During the recent turmoil in the effort for better hall order, many accusations have been made against different parties. The latest accusa- tion was made by the students who blamed the teachers for Froebel’s poor hall order. This theory is utterly ridiculous, and should be stamped out at once. Have you ever seen teachers running through the halls? Have you ever seen teachers pushing and screaming in the halls? Are the teachers shout- ing at the hall guard to let them in? NO!! Well, then, how can you say the teachers are at fault for our hall order? For example, when a student is leaving a room without a pass, the Teacher is blamed for not giving him one. Is the student too feeble-minded to know that he needs a pass? No, students, we can never solve the hall order problem by blaming the teachers. We can never have hall order until we, the students, whole- heartedly support the drive for better hall order. —A Student. VALENTINE GREETINGS FEBRUARY 14 To our Principals on Valentine’s Day Come greetings, light hearted and gay- Valentine greetings to our friends, With a thought of you that never ends. And all you teachers, look here, too, Today we give our hearts to you. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS May your birthday be the gateway To still another year Blessed with abundance Of heart warming cheer. So that when it ends, As even good things do, You can say it’s the best That ever came to you! Student, Class— Date Mary Kravicz, Frosh ...........Feb. I Donald Sebben, Frosh ..........Feb. l Mitchell Chakos, Junior .....Feb. 2 Eli Leka, Frosh ...............Feb. 3 Hilbert Morales, Junior .....Feb. 4 Richard Jandura, Soph .......Feb. 6 John Christoff, Soph ..........Feb. 7 Herbie Cox, Senior ............Feb. 7 Joe Malacha, Soph .............Feb. 7 Joe Amatulli, Junior ..........Feb. 9 Ray Avilla, Senior ............Feb. 9 William Christea, Soph ......Feb. 9 Evelyn Lawler, Junior .......Feb. 10 Mae Lee Thomas. Soph ........Feb. 10 Helen Wiechnik, Soph ........Feb. 10 Gloria Carter, Junior .......Feb. 11 John Giolos, Frosh ............Feb. 13 Dan Pavloff, Senior ...........Feb. 13 Juanita Pulliam, Frosh ......Feb. 13 Rose Marjanian, Senior.........Feb. 14 A GIRL'S VALENTINE CHARM (As Told by Herself) On the night before St. Valentine’s Day this is what I am going to do: I will get five bay leaves and pin four of them to the four corners of my pil- low, and then place the fifth leaf in the middle; then if I dream of my sweetheart, we will be married be- fore the year is out. But to make it more sure, I will boil an egg and take out the yolk, and fill it with salt, and when I go to bed I will eat it, shell and all, without speaking or drinking after it. I also will write my boy friends’ names on bits of paper and roll the papers up in clay and put them into water; and the first bit of paper that comes up will have the name of my valentine on it. —Just Me. FOOTBALL BANQUET (Continued from Page 1) Guests of honor at this year’s an- nual banquet were: Capt. George Spiroff, U. S. A.; Lt. Mike. Sofiak, Pvt. Alfonso Navarro, Mr. Charles D. Lutz, Superintendent; Mr. R. A. Nuzum, Principal; Mr. Frank Al- bright, Assistant Principal; Mr. Hen- ry Mantz. Basketball Coach; Mr. John Gilroy, Athletic Director; also Board of Education Members, Mr. Edward T. Doyne, Mr. Cloyce A. Bowere, Mrs. Edith E. Dorman, Mr. Michael J. Lobo, and Rev. Newton P. Fowler. Missing from the banquet table were these members of the “44” var- sity now in service: Mike Berta, Frank Kmetz, George Ratkovich, George Taseff and Bill Naglosky. A special tribute was paid to Rob- ert Britt, who was fatally injured in a pre ame warmup session earlier in the season. Coach Kyle was presented with a trophy by the squad in appreciation for the manner in which he trained them throughout the season. The managers, Andy Panos, Peter Pet- roff, Nick Thiros, John Krasnansky and George Bogardus, presented Coach Kyle with a beautiful table. Coach Bergstrom received a glove and muffler set; Coach Mantz, a windbreaker, and Jack O’Shea, train- er, was given a sweater. Hall Order Here are a few items that would help improve the hall order in Froe- bel. They are a set of rules that ought to be followed, and then there is a suggested method of enforcing them. The Rules 1. Stop yelling and whistling. 2. Do not run, play, push, or trip in the halls. 3. Stop gathering in groups. 4. Do not play with light switches. 5. Obey the hall guards. How to Enforce Them 1. If they yell or whistle . . . tape their mouths. 2. If they run and play . . . trip them. 3- If they gather in groups . . . pound their heads together. 4. Have a live wire attached on light switches. 5. Have big bruisers as hall guards, so they will be sure to be obeyed. —A Student. February 9, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three FRESHMAN CLASS ORGANIZED FOR NEXT SEMESTER The Journalism Class extends sin- cere greetings and a hearty welcome to the new freshies. Best of luck to ai of you in “getting around” at Frcebel. Those of you who have at- tended grade school here know what I'roebel students are like. We are sure that you will soon learn what a friendly group we are in high school. We feel confident that you will not find it a difficult problem to acquaint ourselves with our faculty. The new students enrolled as q-B’s are: Victor Barancyk, George Bell, Joseph Demo, Charles Dobbs, Wil- liam Dunleavy, Nick Gulaboff, Au- gustus McKinney, Frank Robinson, David Taylor, Jesse Gearing, Jo- sephine Ampeliatis, Doris Audenaert, I orraine Bernat, Carmen Cortez, Er- nestine Dickens, Beatrice Gonzales, Charlotte Graham, Doris Nickovich, Jane Pankicwicz, Marieanne Pavlik, Sophie Ploumos, Rosemary Petroff, F.speranza Rodriquez, Katherine Ross, Carrie Beil Sellers, Mildred Suchey, Katherine Thomas, Annette Vaseloff, Georgia Wade, Lizette Walker, Spiro Kapatos, Salvadore Lopez, Paul Naglosky, Gladys Evans, Rose Gallaitis, Ida Lucas, Catherine Najar, Sarah Develez, Dorothy Wil- liams. Moronic Musings Dear Moron: I received your letter which you never wrote to me. So, I sit myself down, pencil in hand, at my type- writer to write you a letter with my pen. Your Aunt May is in bed with the measles. She is up there in her bed- room, but she broke out anyhow. Cousin Bill has the mumps and he' is near death’s door, and we are hop- ing the doctor can pull him through. My son James took the street car home from school today, but I made him take it back. I’m mailing you a coat by express. I cut off the buttons to make it lighter. They are in the pockets. Somebody Else’s Moron, ' DIZZY DOPE. P. S.—If you don’t get this letter, please let me know and I will send it to you. It’s easy to get a long stretch out of a rubber check. “Pardon me for walking on your feet.” “Oh, that's OK. I often walk on them myself.” BOOK REVIEWS The following book reviews were spontaneously written by Mrs. Unca- pher’s uB English students as a class period exercise: The t obe—By Lloyd Douglas. This story follows the adventures of a young Roman Tribune, Marcel- lus Galis. The historical background is an important factor in the story. The story takes place when Rome v as the largest empire in the world and during and after the cruci ixion of Jesus. Marcellus’ adventures real- ly began when he won the robe that had belonged to Jesus in a dice game. The young tribune had a very loyal Greek slave, Demitrus, a very inter- esting character. Marcellus heard of the strange deeds and teachings of Jesus. He learned of the determina- tion of the followers of Jesus, or Christians as they were called, dcter- minaiton to keep His spirit and teach- ings alive. I fjave never read a book as stir- ring as “The Robe.” 1 know this, story made me appreciate my religion more deeply. THOMAS G. MASARYK OF CZECHO SLOVAKIA By C. Street In this book the author traces, step by step, the career of Thomas G. Masaryk. He was a son of a coach- man living in a remote Moravian vil- lage until he became the leader of the Czechoslovak people and by a uni- crsal acclamation was elected the first president of the new republic. This book gives a very good ac- count of Masaryk’s life and also shows teachings, philosophy, moral and political codes that have guided him through life. To me, the book was very interest- ing, although I do not agree with some of the comments that the author has made' about the Roman Catholic religion or the views of Thomas Ma- saryk concerning it. Astronomy Prof. — “Young man, how do you like Venus?” Young Man—“Red hot, sir, and covered with mustard and sauer- kraut.” BUY BONDS STAMPS Silver Chief Silver Chief, by Jack O’Brian, published by John C. Winston Com- pany, is the story of a dog who has many adventures in the wilderness and with man. This story is better than Valiant, a dog story by the same author, because it has more exciting moments and vivid illustrations. One of the incidents in this story is when Silver Chief and his mother were out hunting. As they trotted along a river, they suddenly stopped, snif ed the air, and sprang into the forest. They hid behind a bush as an Indian came out of the forest. The Indian raised something that looked like a stick, then he heard a loud blast. Sil- cr Chief’s mother sprang into tl e air and fell, never to rise again. Silver Ciiief whimpered as he saw blood gushing forth from his mother’s head, and pleaded with her to get up. He ■heard another blast and did not linger another moment, as the snow kicked up in front of him. Later in the story Silver Chief is caught and tamed by Jim Thorne, a Mounted Policeman. I think this is an excellent story for boys, because it tells of a dog who v ould rather die than allow his mas- ter to get hurt. New Books If you are interested in nurse-sto- ries and basketball, if you’d like to be a pin-up girl, or want to read about the Seabees and the men over- seas, you will want to get hold of these books across the street at Bailey Branch Library: : Yea, Wildcats—By John 'Funis. About the Indiana State Basketball Tournament. Shipmates in White—By Jean Mil- ler. A nurse’s life on a hospital ship. Smarter and Smoother—By Mau- reen Daly. This is THE etiquette book; one reader calls it neat! Can Do—By William Huie. A story of the Seabees. Brave Men—By Ernie Pyle. War experiences; there is a directory in the back of the people mentioned in the book. Might be one of your friends. Says the optimist: “Be it ever so homely, there’s no face like your own.” When a person is in a jam, it’s soon spread all over town. Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL February 9. 1945 BLUE DEVIL TANK TEAM IS IMPROVING While learning more new and old tricks in swimming, Froebel’s swim- ming team is participating in many- swimming meets in order to acquaint themselves with the practical experi- ence of competition. Even though they are losing their meets, the scores are getting tighter and tighter. Here are the results of three recent meets: Froebel vs. Washington, E. C. Jan. n, 1945—Score. 52-14 Mike Sosh placed first in the 40- yard free style, and third in the 100- ‘ yard free style event; Arsinio Sanchez took a second in the 100-yard breast stroke, Augustine Leon a third in the 220, and Dan Oprish placed second in diving and third in the 100-yard back stroke events. GET YOUR SECTIONAL TICKETS EARLY! Avoid the rush, Froebel students, and buy your sectional tickets as soon as they are put on sale February 19, and be prepared to see one of the best sectional tournaments in the state to be held at the Memorial Auditorium on February 22, 23 and 24. Besides the eight Gary schools that will fight it out for top honors, there also will be eight tough Porter Coun- ty quintets. There will be no distinction be- tween student and adult prices for the tickets. The passes obtained at Froebel will cost $1.50 for the whole tourney and the tickets at the door of the basketorium will cost $.50 a session. The advance ticket sale at Froebel will c]ose at 5 :oo p. m. Thursday, February 22. Froebel vs. Lew Wallace Jan. 22, 1945—Score, 44-22 The Blue Devils made the score closer this time when they stuck to the roles Coach Bergstrom taught them. By doing so they were able to take the medley relay on a forfeit by the Lew Wallace team. Oprish, San- chez and Leon were on the winning medley relay team. Augustine Leon again placed third in the 220, Arsenio Sanchez second in the breast stroke, Mike Sosh second in the 40-yard and 100-yard free style events, Chris Zeheralis third in the back stroke, and Dan Oprish got a first in diving and a second in the 100-yard back stroke. ■ Froebel vs. Horace Mann Jan. 25, 1945—Score, 37-29 Mike Sosh again placed first in the 40-yard and 100-yard free style events, while Nick Thiros, Augustine Leon and Chris Zeheralis placed third in the breast stroke, 220 free style, and back stroke, respectively. Manuel Nova placed second in the 100-yard free style, and Dan Oprish GRADE SCHOOL ELIMINATED FROM TOURNAMENT Froebel’s grade school basketball team was eliminated from the grade school tournament by Wirt. The tourney, which was held on January 20 at Horace Mann, provided “tons of thrills” for the amateur teams. The Blue Devils were successful in their first round when they trounced Lew Wallace, 25-20. Our team really looked the part of a championship team until they encountered the Wirt Troopers and fell by the wayside in a low-scoring game. The Blue Devils only collected 7 points against Wirt’s 14 points. The grade school basketeers who fought for the Froebel cause were Spiro Kapatos, Joe Gonzales, Larry Heeg, Jimmy Navarro, Mike Lulich, Dan Meiu, Donald Roganovich, Percy Nickols, Joe Burrell and John Comsa. placed second in both the back stroke and diving. The Blue Devils also won the 160 free style relay with Nova, C. Ze- heralis, Alvarez and Sosh. Basketball Froebel vs. Roosevelt, E. Chicago In this game Froebel fell short of beating Roosevelt, East Chicago, by only three points. Roosevelt’s lanky players out-tossed the Blue Devils by a score of 32 to 30. The Blue Devils continued to show improvement in ball handling and general all-round play. Froebel vs. Ft. Wayne South Side The Blue Devils’ 30-25 defeat, handed to them by Fort Wayne, was the same old story of too many “free throws missed.” Fort Wayne held an opening quarter lead of 8 to 9, and then moved to a 31-14 score during the third quarter, which gave them a firm grip on the game. Froebel vs. Whiting Ho, hum! Another defeat for Froe- bel. Although they played a good game, the Blue Devils were unable to cope with the Oilers. The score was 36 to 31. Joe Kuzma, all-round high point man, did not play in this game due to a bad cold. Froebel vs. Lew Wallace The Froebel Blue Devils were bested by the Lew Wallace Hornets. During the first half of the game the Blue Devils had a comfortable lead with Kuzma, Taseff and Christoff sharing the scoring honors. In the second half the Hornets went on a scoring spree and the game ended with a score of 45 to 30. Froebel vs. Hammond Tech Whew!! This was close! Ham- mond Tech was defeated by only one point. It just goes to show you what one free throw can do. Our boys came through with a 29 to 28 win after taking a series of defeats. Froebel vs. Elwood I he Froebel Blue Devils triumphed over Elwood in a game played out of town. The Blue Devils basketballers should be congratulated for winning a game played in a strange gym. The score was 45-32. February 9, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Five G. A. A. News G. A. A. PLANS FUTURE EVENTS At a recent meeting held by Alpha G. A. A. Council, it was decided to have the Annual G. A. A. Banquet informal this year. This decision was made after much debate, but we feel that it is a wise one. A get-together of girls from other schools was planned. The program will be composed of such sports as barketball, volleyball and table ten- nis. “Play Day” will be looked for- ward to by most of the Froebel girls, we are sure. For the benefit of the new G. A. A. members and the girls who do not know much about G. A. A. ac- tivities, a few discussions will be held during the gym hours at designated days. These classes should give every member a better understanding of the wonderful work the G. A. A. is doing. A special event in the near future will be a Co-Ed War Service Dance which is especially planned to aid a bit in the war effort. FORMER TEACHER IS VISITOR Looking well and prettier than ever was Miss Margaret Hile, who came to Froebel recently for a short visit. She formerly was the girls’ gym teacher and sponsor of the G. A. A. Everyone who had a chance to see her was delighted. She told the girls of her new duties as physical educa- tion instructor in one of the small col- leges of New York. She said she had missed all her girls and wished she was back. The G. A. A. girls have promised to write her and keep her up to date on Froebel news. CORRECTION, PLEASE! In the last issue of the paper the G. A. A. News stated that shuffle- board started on January 17, but due to the fact that there is no available place to play, the sport has been post- poned until the next sport season. LAST WISHES I only wish that when I die, You’ll carry me back to Froebel Hi— Lay my history at' my feet, Tell Mrs. Jones I suffered defeat. Lay my chemistry by my side, Tell Miss Mailath, I’m glad I died. Lay my algebra on my chest, Tell Mr. Swank I did my best. Lay my Latin at my head, Tell Miss Bopp that’s why I’m dead! —Adapted from Rough Riders. Roosevelt E. C. MISS LIGGETT ORGANIZES TEEN AGE DISCUSSION GROUP Miss Liggett recently called a group of boys and girls to her office in order that they might start a Teen Age Discussion Group. Problems which confront them and the school will be the topics of dis- cussion at the meetings which are to be held each Friday in Miss Liggett’s office. Miss Liggett and the origi- nators felt that such a group was what was needed in Froebel to boost the morale and school spirit. Tfmse who will be present at the first meeting are Stella VVukich, Pauinle Zaheralis, Mary Libassi, Olga Kimoff, Leonard Levenda, Nick Stevoff and Jerry Polaikis. Anyone who is interested in joining this group, see Miss Liggett as soon as possible. CHEMISTRY The Chemistry students now are working on H-2-0 (water to you). They’ve learned that there are two kinds of water, hard and soft. The difference is quite significant. For example: soft water promotes a good lather, while the hard water does not. Also, they’ve learned that there are two kinds of hard water, namely, temporary and permanent. The tem- porarily hard water can be softened by boiling. Through the use of cer- tain chemicals the permanent hard water can be softened. Want to learn more? Well . . take Chemistry and be enlightened. LEBEORF Fun and entertainment was en- joyed by the Lebeorfs at their last weekly meeting. They were served cokes, and Mr. Irwin taught some of the boys to play bridge. After learn- ing to play bridge, the boys amused themselves by showing each other card tircks. The old business about the dance was discussed, and the matter of hav- ing one was dropped because no date that was appropriate could be found before Lent. The meeting was adjourned until the following week. BUY BONDS S STAMPS FROEBEL A. 0. A’.S ATTEND MEETING Pages Elected to Legislature The students of Jefferson School were hosts to the A. O. A. general staff at a supper meeting held re- cently in the social rooms of the First Presbyterian Church. Froebel was represented by Antho- ny Riga, Olympia Roman, Sam Mc- Reynolds, Anna Paraschos, John Gal- linatti, and Mr. Henry A. Butler, the A. O. A. teacher-sponsor at Froebel. Rosa Nash and Richard Gablesky we-e the Froebel candidates for the e'ection of two students to serve as paees in the state legislature for one week. The election was followed bv two-minute speeches by each of the candidates, telling why they thought they were qualified for the job. Entertainment was furnished by Jefferson pupils, who dramatized their school’s activities to aid the war effort by a minstrel show. School principals, sponsor-teachers, and the child welfare committee chairmen of the noon luncheon clubs were guests at the supper. TRI-Y CIRCLE Tri-Y Circle has a very interesting program planned for the coming se- mester. Stella Wukich, social chair- man, is in charge of a formal tea hon- oring the mothers. President Rose Argostina announced that the Tri-Y Circle will sponsor a dance at the Y. M. C. A. on March 19. Competitive volleyball will be played against Tolleston G. R. with Moe Vulich and Angie Roganovich in charge. At every meeting a group of girls are appointed to be in charge of re- freshments. Betty Kirla, Joan Mic- colis, Alice Romanow and Ann Thomas were in charge at the last meeting. Mrs. Ida Capuson, the sponsor, has agreed to escort the girls to Chicago to see a radio program. Definite plans for the Co-Ed Valentine party will be discussed at the next meeting. Amelia D.—“I’m a cover girl.” Ethel K.—“You ?” Amelia D.—“Yes. I sell blankets in Goldblatt’s basement.” Miss Southwick: — “Name two pronouns.” Ray A.—“Who? Me?” Miss Southwick—“Correct.” THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL February 9, 1945 “HARRIET” SEEN BY DRAMA STUDENTS Page Six Cupid at Work Cupid must have aimed his arrow at Betty Romak, for she likes Andy Kopil. ' Quite a steady twosome are Mary Kopil and Charles Praschak. Eenie Bollog has a nice Valentine hung in her locker. It is d swell pic- ture of Tony Pavelka. Cupid has hit Mildred Jamison. She can't get her eye off of a certain boy. Mary Maya will lose her One and Only when he leaves for the Service. Cupid should do something about Olga Barancyk. She can’t make up her mind whom she likes. Every day it’s a new heart throb. Mary Alvarado and Julia Chis- mudy both have the same person in their minds when it comes to Puppy Love . . . Bobby Chairez. Marie Alvarez and Joe Stupor really get around together. Delores Leka seems to like the fel- lows at Emerson a lot better than the ones at Froebel, especially a cer- tain One. Elizebeth Bencze likes that sailor, ex-Froebelite, Norman Reithel. If you mention the name, “Push- car,” to Betty Bushwty, her heart skips a beat. The girls go ga-ga over Mike Sosh. The Lucas Twins both have inter- est. Ida is interested in Paul Naglo- sky, and Rose is interested in George Swalla. If Bley sent a Valentine to Mac, do you think they would get along Saverio Amatulli would like to send a Valentine to . . . now, which one is it, Mary Lou or Catherine Boyajian ? CINEMA ATTRACTIONS COMING TO GARY SOON Coming to Gary in the very' near future will be Froebel’s favorite pin- up boy, Van Johnson, in Thirty Sec- onds Over Tokyo, with Spencer Tracy taking the role of Jimmy Doo- little. The movie is based on Ted I awson’s best seller. Palace is wait- ing for it as eagerly as we are. Dark IVaters, a mystery melodrama based upon a Saturday Evening Post story. A girl seeking quiet and peace finds herself engrossed in a wholesale I' urder plot. Stars taking the leads arc Merle Oberon, Franchot Tone, and Thomas Mitchell. Watch for it at the Grand. Charles Korin, a screen newcomer, takes the title role in Enter Arsene lupin, first of a series dealing with that French super thief. The Palace soon will show it. Meet Me in St. Louis, says Judy Garland, with that ever delightful Margaret O’Brien making a bigger hit than ever in a 1904 St. Louis Fairground background. Coming to the State very soon. Joseph Bodnar should send a Get- Acquainted Valentine to Marge Kel- chak. Louis Zeheralis probably will send his steady-Hedy a Valentine. She’s none other than Dorothy Julius. Stella Chuckney can’t decide who to send a Valentine to . . . George, or her sailor friend. Valentines could be given to some pupils if they came to school on time. Miss Southwitck gladly would give Mamie Olive one. Incidentally, Ma- mie broke her record . . . she came to school at 9:10 one morning. Not bad, at least she comes to class for twen- ty minutes. Lorraine Kepshire wishes that she would get a Valentine card from “Butch” of Wallace. Fanny Blatsioris hopes to hear from a certain sailor, “Frank,” on Valen- tine’s Day. Marge Zoumis is pointing her ar- rows at a boy who works at Gold- blatt’s. Valentine Greetings and fond fare well to our “rumor”—The Hatchet Man. Oswald called a hammer a hammer . . . till he hit his finger with it. “All aboard!” yelled the train con- ductor. Then began the mad scram- ble of feet, the chug of the motor, and all members of the Citamard and some from the Curtain Time Dra- matic Club were on their way to Chi- cago. Their faces glowed with ex- citement as they sang songs during the trip and the conductor had some trouble explaining the “clicking” in his throat to several boys as he tried to curb the confusion- Object of this journey? Why, to see Helen Hayes in her performance of “Harriet,” the life of Mrs. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Everyone agreed that Miss Hayes’ portrayal of the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin was incomparable. After the performance, the students flocked to the stage door with hopes for a glimpse of the great actress. They were disappointed, however, when told she was under doctors’ orders and could not receive visitors. Miss Hayes did sign the souvenir pro- grams for everyone and caused the enjoyable evening to become a cher- ished memory. The students who viewed the stage play were: Leonard Levenda, Paul Diamond, Theodore Izak, Chris An- gelidus, Stella Demos, Loretta Pia- tak, Olga Kimoff, Pauline Zeheralis, Stella Wukich, Gloria Gonan, John Baranko, Mary Libassi, Jerry Polai- kis, Ann Kalinich, Steve Badylak, Rose Argostina, Estelle Pepoff, Rich- ard Smolnicky, Arnold Bernstein, Edwin Gajewski, John Comsa, Isa- dore DeOrta, Eli Leka, Lillian Pipas, Angelo Verde, Betty Bush- wity, and Georgann Pepoff. Mr. and Mrs. Cohen also enjoyed the play, and Miss Margaret Labb, their guest, echoed their sentiments. Some people don’t want to hear both sides of anything . . . unless it’s a victrola record. Flattery is soft soap . . . and soap is 90 per cent lye. February 9, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven Beauty Aids You’ve all heard, no doubt, the saying that in order to be beautiful, you must suffer. That may be true, but here are a few helpful hints that require very little work and absolute- ly no pain. Physicians and druggists agree that one of the best ways to soap and water. A wash cloth is not necessary. Apply the soap and mas- sage it into your skin. Let it stand for a while and then rinse first with hot water and then with cold. This simple preparation will keep your skin free from blemishes. Pancake makeup is undesirable as it has a ten- dency to close your pores, thus pre- venting your skin from getting the food necessary to keep up its smooth appearance. It has been said that a woman’s “crowning glory” is her hair. No matter what you may think, your hair is important to your good looks. If your hair is the type that gets oily very fast, you should wash it at least every io days. However, if it is dry, do not wash it more than once every two weeks, as washing tends to dry the hair. Shampoo is generally pre- ferred to soap because it adds a sheen to your hair and gives it a soft tex- ture. Lemon and vinegar diluted with water make a very good rinse. To bring out that hidden lustre and make your hair stay in place better and longer, brush it vigorously every night ioo times before going to bed. These simple rules will bring results, and will prove to you that you can be beautiful. SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS The Steel Dust Journal Staff would sincerely appreciate the co-operation of the social chair- man and publicity chairman of the various school organizations in contributing articles concern- ing their activities. BUY BONDS THE BASKETBALLERS The team we have for basketball is full of boys we see in the halls: Jim Christoff with his cute little face, will always dribble at an even pace. As for Nickovich with his goo-goo eyes, he’s fine on the floor when he really tries. And Hayduk with his arrogant ways, walks down the halls and al- ways sways. George Frankovich, who loves to flirt, some day, we know', he’s bound to be hurt. Mike Sourounis is a Junior, too, to every girl he just says, “BOO!” Cervantes on our Senior five, has tons of girls, and that’s no jive. Alex Vegenas is full of charm, to the other teams he’s a lot of harm. Steve Badylak, who loves to dance, just can’t get permission from our Coach Mantz. Johnson who is swell on the basket- ball floor, has plenty of spunk and will show more. Now Carl Taseff, we want to say, is full of jive, and that ain’t hay. Foster� with his luscious tan, has a great admirer whose name is Ann. Tom Katsimpolis is so tall, if he should slip he’ll have a big fall. Alabach, whom we all know as Rudy, seems at times to be so moody. Kuzma is our hero boy, makes tons of hearts just jump with joy. One handsome boy, that’s a cinch, is our own John Vucekovich. We haven’t hit ’em all, of course, though our little brains we had to force. Don’t let us hear all those sighs— for in our hands their future lies. Always” No, I wmn’t “be lovin’ you Always with a love that’s true, always,” but there are some things in Froebel that always” will be. Together, you will always see Diane Mihelic and Mary Uzelac, Dorothy Marasky and Dorothy Kisela, Betty Cidulka and Catherine Vaseloff, Christ Anastoff and Mike Calusis, Fern Timan and Mary Ma- rcncik, Alex Vagenas and Mike Sou- rinis. Among our faculty you will always see together Miss Gohdes and Miss Brooner, Mr. Fisher and Mr. Vice Versa Froebel has the best hall order in the city. Froebel has no gum chew'ers. Froebel Seniors turn in their tick- ets on time. Nothing bothers Mr. McAllister . . . not even government jobs and relief. Mrs. Cohen always loses her argu- ments. Froebel Students always meet their deadlines. Especially the Junior Class. Students of Froebel hate to go to the drug store, hate excused admits, hate candy sales, and hate to ha'e the teachers excuse them. They like home work, like bringing their parents to school, and love to go to detention room at 8 o’clock in the morning. OH, YE-A-H-H-l MUSICAL NOTES Did you know that if you are strictly a lover of jive music, your life is apt to be unstable? You us- ually eat fast, talk fast (mostly about yourself), and cannot hold any one job over a long period of time. This is true, according to Paul Lavalle, music conductor on many radio pro- grams. If you are totally a classics lover, you are slow to take up new ideas for education, your foremost interest in a person is his mind, you say, and you are inclined to lead a life of perfec- tion (often disputed). On the other hand, if you can mix swing and symphony, don’t worry about a well balanced life. You are the most likely to be happy, success- ful, and well-liked by everyone. Irwin and numerous other pairs. Some other sights on the “always” list might be Steve Badylak waving “good morning” to Miss Gohdes at 9 o’clock. George Frankovich teas- ing Miss Cooper; Mrs. Welsh asking for “copy” on the last day for “copy deadline.” A group of Froebel boys and girls will always be seen at Froe- bel Drugs. John Toma will always be in the library during the 10:15 study hall hour. A large crowd will always attend Froebel’s basketball games, cheering with all their might. This is an “always” list. Perhaps we could make a “never” list much longer. Pago Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL February 9, 1945 Sgt. Frank Dudash was wounded on Christmas Day in Belgium, where he was a radio operator in a tank. He had been fighting in Europe since June. Frank enlisted soon after the attack on Pearl Harbor. He has a brother, Theadore, also a graduate of Froebel, who is a seaman, second class, and is stationed in California. 1'ech. Sgt. Boris Pepoff has arrived at the Army Air Force’s redistribu- tion station at Miami Beach for re- assignment. He has completed a tour of duty outside of the United States, fie flew 29 missions as a B-17 gun- ner and radio operator in the Euro- pean theater. Sergeant Pepoff won the DFC and the air medal. He has been in the AAF since Dec. 30, 1941. Sarge: “K. P., where you been all morning?” K. P.: “Fillin’ the salt shakers, like you told me, Sarge.” Sarge: “All this time?” K. P.: “Yep, it ain’t easy pourin’ salt through those little holes.” Three Froebel graduates who are training together at Camp Robertson, Arkansas, are: John Glova, George Pin char and Eddie Levenda. These boys have worked, played and studied together ever since their school days at Froebel. Sgt. Louis Verbich only recently received his promotion to Staff Ser- geant. Sgt. Verbich is a lower ball turret gunner on a B-17, and has been in the air forces since March, 1943- _______ If this country needs scrapping sol- diers To settle all this strife, They should have left meek me at home, And drafted my fighting wife! Sgt. Norman Michael Zotimis has returned to Fort Lewis, Washing- ton, after spending a furlough here in Gary. Sergeant Zoumis received his training in Alabama and Louisi- ana camps, and was stationed for 25 S SGT. GEORGE PANOS DIES IN BELGIUM ★ Staff Sergeant George Panos, a ’40 graduate, was killed in ac- tion in Belgium, where he was a member of the armored infan- try. Sergeant Panos was captain of the ’40 football team. He went overseas in November, 1944, arrived in France on Christmas Day, and gave up his life for the service of his coun- try five days later. Before his death, Sergeant Pnnos expressed there thoughts in a letter home: “Although in the army, it makes me feel as if I know how all red-blooded Americans -feel; that there is only one thing bearing in their minds — this nation is worth fighting for.” Sergeant Panos has a brother, Andy, a member of the Senior Class. months in northern Canada with the Arm)’ Engineering Corps. Kacy Trembicki is back aboard his ship, the USS John L. Williamson. The boys aboard ship are putting out their own newspaper, and they’ve got a wonderful start. Kacy has received n change in rating and now is a sea- man, first class. Anthony Korhel, U. S. Merchant Marine, recently home on leave, now is stationed at North Charleston, South Carolina, a port of embarka- tion. In a recent letter to the Staff lie asked to have both his old friends and classmates write ... and he really means it. He also asked to have the “Steel Dust Journal” sent to him. We have one on the way, and only hope it help to keep Tony up with us in school doings. Word has just been received from Pvt. Andy Morales that he is recup- erating in an Army Medical Hos- pital. He is suffering from a case of yellow jaundice, which, to Froebel students is known as a liver com- plaint. His letter said that he was getting along fine and he had been treated quite fairly by Old St. Nick. He also wished to thank all of the Froebel students that helped him to get the school paper. George Sarich, Sc. 3 c, now is on a ship in the South Pacific, and he’s afraid that he will be there for the duration. Apparently, the duties of George are quite different, for he’s not spending as much time in the gal- ley as a cook. Home on furlough from Camp Robinson, Arkansas, is Pvt. Alfonso Navarro. During the seven days free- dom he has, “Mongo” intends to visit with all his old school pals. S Sgt. Pic Popa now is somewhere is Luxembourg. Vic comments that 1 hile stationed in various parts of the U. S., everyone had a different style of dancing. He also states that his dancing is now on the “queer” side. In France, it is quite cold, and snow is 'plentiful. To keep warm, the boys spend their time digging fox- holes in the frozen ground. Lying in the snow and dodging bullets is quite a chilly affair, Vic says. Recruit: “What’s on the menu to- night ?” Cook : “Oh, we have hundreds of things to eat.” Recruit: “What are they?” Cook: BEANS!” Fred Sirko. S 2 c, now is stationed at Newport, Rhode Island. His ship is the USS Pin tor, and Fred uses the word “beauty” to describe it, so it must be something fine. Fred ex- pects to go on a cruise soon, and he .doesn’t care exactly where the Pintor takes him. The Steel Dust Journal staff wishes to express its congratulations to An- geline Pa mu sack and Ensign Steve Benko on their engagement, “Here comes the parade. Where’s Aunty ?” “She’s upstairs waving her hair.” “Goodness, can’t we afford a flag?” “Did you know that the French drink their coffee out of bowls?” “That’s nothing. The Americans drink their beer out of doors.” “Can’t you do something? My life is hanging by a thread.” “I’ll see if I can find some good, strong rope.” There was a young fellow who was born on the day of his birth he was married, they say, on his wife’s wedding day, VOLUME II. No. 10 Steel Dust Journal ☆ ☆ A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIVE ☆ ☆ FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL -s- GARY, INDIANA ’ February 23. 1945 FROEBEL IS HOST TO HIGH SCHOOL DEBATING TEAMS The Indiana State Debating League, consisting of six high schools in the Calumet region, recently met at Frocbel School to discuss the cur- rent issue, “Resolved: That the legal voting age be reduced to eighteen years.” The schools represented in the District Elimination contest were Tolleston, Horace Mann, Lew Wal- lace, Froebel, Valparaiso and Crown Point. Verona Hughes and Rufus Lackey made up the affirmative team for Froebel, and the negative side of the question was debated by Mary Li- bassi and John Baranko. Schools are judged on the basis of the highest per- centage of rounds won. The results of the contest, which concludes at Horace Mann, have not been re- vealed as yet. On February 28, the Calumet De- bating League, with eleven schools participating, will meet at Froebel School for a two-round tournament. Other students belonging to the league are: Nick Damaskos, Juanita Pulliam, Marie Alvarez, Angeline Blatsioris, Mildred Jamison, and Marshall Neill Campbell. The de- bating team instructor is Mr. Jancose. FRESHMAN LEADERS TODAY, TOMORROW Do you really know your Fresh- man officers, and know what makes them tick? If not, here’s your chance to find out. We’ve asked them every imaginable question, and here are the results: George Daicoff, president, was born November 10, 1930, in Granite City, Illinois, and he is of Mace- donian descent. George has blue eyes, light brown hair, and is about 5 feet 4r 2 inches tall. He has several hob- bies, among them collecting stamps. His favorite sports are basketball and football. Our president’s ambition in life is to study medicine and become a doctor. (Continued on Page 3) ORATORICAL CONTEST IS ATTENDED BY THE STUDENT BODY MARY LIBASSI WINS 1st PLACE The High School student body as- sembled in the large auditorium re- cently to hear five students compete for the American Legion Oratorical Froebel High School Elimination Contest. Mary Libassi was chosen the can- lidate to represent Froebel School in the city finals. Other contestants were John Baranko, Verona Hughes, Robert Miller, and Florence Sadler. The topic under discussion was the Constitution of the United States. The contestants wrote their own speeches and presented them in the auditorium. They also spoke extem- poraneously on topics prepared by Dr. Paul Lange. Judges for the contest were: Dr. Lange, Director of Curriculum; Mrs- Wirt, Director of Auditoirum, and Miss Miller from The Gary Post- Tribune. Each year the American Legion sponsors an oratorical contest in which students all over the United States participate. Material for their ora- tions on the Constitution is gathered by the individual and an eliminaiton meet is held in each high school to determine the student who will rep- resent them in the city meet. Froebel has been entered in these contest for the past seven years, and has won the city meet three times. One of our entries went as far as the state meet several years ago. The lucky student that wins the national contest will be awarded a $4,000 scholarship to any university that he wishes to attend. Results of the February 14 meet will be pub- lished in the next issue of the paper. I IN MEMORIAM GLORIA WARREN DELORES NUNLEY A TRIBUTE TO THE FRESHIES Stele Dust Journal is proud of the Freshman Class and the many mem- bers w'ho have contributed their time and efforts to this special edition. When the idea first was presented to the Freshmen under the guidance of Gertrude Danch, editor, it met with immediate enthusiasm and approval. In each of the four 9B English classes an election was held and the follow- ing reporters were elected in each class: Harry Mantzouranis, John Vasas, Sarah Elmas, Nick Thiros. Frank Miccolis, Jimmy Cougias, George Demos, Eddy Brown, Jean Vavra, Eli Leka, Irene Pietrzak, Victor Swetky, Betty Bushwty, David Ballerino, Dorothy Stanik, Josephine Cammarata, Rose Kober- nick and Juanita Pulliam. Two meetings were held after school and the reporters attended and were assigned duties by the editor, which they fulfilled exceptionally wess, as they were inexperienced in the field of journalism. The regular journalism class, which meets Period 7, was responsi- ble for the rewriting and revising of the material. Gloria Gonan acted as editor for this special issue. We sincerely hope all the Fresh- men like this special edition which is fondly dedicated to the up-and-com- ing Class of ’48. May you treasure it all your high school days. The staff says “Thank you,” and invites you ALL to join the journalism class any time during the next three years. U. OF L YEARBOOK TO HONOR FORMER FROEBEL STUDENT Marcelline (Marce) Gonzalez has been selected as one of the campus leaders at the University of Illinois, and his picture will be featured in the “Illio,” campus yearbook, in a section devoted to outstanding students. Gonzalez, captain of the track team at the university, is a junior student. Pag Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Feb. 23. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price............ 1 no a Year R. A. Nuzum ...................Principal F. S. Albright........Assistant Principal STAFF Editor................Gertrude Danch Sports ...............John Baranko Nick Stevoff Carl Taseff Copy..................Eleanor Berzlsh Ann Thomas Circulation ..........Ann Marencik Business Manager......Angeline Ramirez Service News..........Angline Elm at Jeannette Marckese Class Sponsor.........Kathryn Welsh Printing Sponsor......Harvey Kneaok Printers..........-...Phil Pletrzuk John Baranko Alex Shendrick Typing................Seventh Period Shorthand Class WHAT 100% DAY SHOULD MEAN TO US IVhat IS WO% Day? It’s the day every student in Froe- hel High School should buy at least one io-cent war stamp. Whqt Do IVe Do u'ith the Stamp? For one thing, we don’t leave the stamp in our history books, or English books, or do we leave it on the desk. We take it home and paste it in our war stamp book. When Do We Buy It? On the day the Student Council sets aside as ioo% Day. Why Do We Buy War Stamps? To help that certain doughboy get the essential equipment and ammunition he needs on the bat- tle front. To help jhe people of liberated countries get the neces- sary clothing and food. That’s why we buy war stamps and bonds. CHEATING 100% DAY Does ioo Per Cent Day mean any- thing to you, or do you say to your- self, “I’ll borrow a dime tomorrow’’? When you borrow that dime you’re cheating some boy of essential equip- ment and ammunition over there. You know that every' dime goes toward helping the war effort in one way or another. Saving your nickles and dimes for IOO Per Cent Day is one way we school children can help that Yank over there. You’re not giving that money, you’re just lend- ing it, and getting interest besides. Now, remember, when that next ioo Per Cent Day rolls around, it May the everlasting beauty And the fragrant, sweet perfume Of a real, old-fashioned garden Where the blossoms are in bloom, Help these wishes for your Birthday To remain when it is gone. Bringing happiness and pleasure As the fragrance lingers on. Mary Gusan. Junior ..........Feb. i s F.stcLe Pepoff, Junior ......Feb. 15 James Haywood, Senior .......Feb. 16 Rena Pividori, Soph .........Feb. 16 William Chalos, Junior ......Feb. 17 Nell Craig, Junior ......... Feb. 17 Rosemary Bonis, Junior ......Feb. 20 Christ Angelidis, Junior ....Feb. 23 Jessie James, Soph ..........Feb. 27 Pete Kovalenko, Junior ......Feb. 27 Mamie Olive. Senior .........Feb. 27 Dorothy Madison, Soph .......Feb. 28 Ann Roman, Soph .............Feb. 28 Victoria Swalla, Soph .......Feb. 28 Belated Birthday Greetings Madeline Feryo, Soph ......Jan. 26 Bette Roberts, Junior .....Jan. 29 Frosh Birthday Greetings Wishing you a Happy Birthday That’s the way that this must start, Nothing very special, maybe, But it comes straight from the heart And the wishes that go wifh it Are the kind that words can’t say, For joys that you’ll remember, Long, long after your birthday. ALL FROSH! Mary Kravicz ................Feb. 1 Donald Sebben ...............Feb. 1 Eli Leka ....................Feb. 3 John Giolas ................Feb. 13 Juanita Pulliam ............Feb. 13 George Demos ...............Feb. 15 Alex Shendrick.................Feb. 16 Milly Jelkovac .............Feb. 27 Ralph Vargas ...............Feb. 28 Mary Anastoff ..............Feb. 28 does not mean buying with borrowed money, but lending your own dimes and quarters toward a secure and a lasting peace. —A Student. PERSONALITIES OF THE FRESHMAN CLASS Following is the result of a poll taken throughout the Freshman Class: Cutest Freshman Girl— Delores Leka. Most Handsome Freshman Boy— Eli Leka. Most Popular Freshman Girl— Bessie Georgeadis. Most Popular Freshman Boy— George Demos. Most Athletic Freshman Girl— Betty Bushwty. Most Athletic Freshman Boy— John Hadley. Most Studious Freshman Girl— Juanita Pulliam. Most Studious Freshman Boy— George Daicoff. Wittiest Freshman Girl— Betty Bencze. Wittiest Freshman Boy— James Tonis. Most Vivacious Freshman Girl— Sarah Elmas. Most Vivacious Freshman Boy— Frank Miccolis. Most Courteous Freshman Girl— Josie Cammarata. Most Courteous Freshman Boy— Isadore DeOrta. Best Dressed Freshman Girl— Jean Vavra. Best Dressed Freshman Boy— Jim Cougias. . THE FRESHMAN CLASS As I was climbing a high hill in the country the other day, I thought of the Freshman Class. When stand- ing at the bottom, the hill seemed al- most as difficult an obstacle to climb as high school, but once having start- ed, the going became easier. So it is with the Freshman in high school. Each daily step brings him closer to his goal, graduation. Sometimes he slips and falls over an exam for a moment; generally he progresses at an even rate and rests over the vaca- tions. At present, we Freshmen have completed the first quarter of our climb. Let’s hope that this start is but the beginning of better things to come during the remainder of our ascent. —A Freshman Student. Soph: Come on, take a bath and get cleaned up. I’ll get you a date. Freshie (cautiously): Yeh, and then suppose you don’t get me the date ? Fob. 23. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three FRESHMAN LEADERS (Continued from Page 1) Frank Miccolis, vice president, was born in Gary on July 25, 1930. He has black hair, brown eyes and i- about 5 feet 3 inches tall. He is of Italian descent. Frank’s hobby is col- lecting stamps and coins, and his am- bition is to be a successful doctor or pharmacist. Jean Vavra, secretary, was born here in Gary on July 12, 1931, and is of Czechoslavakian descent. She has brown hair and brown eyes and is about 5 feet tall. Her hobby is col- lecting cards that have unusual pic- tures. Her favorite sport is basketball (she likes to watch Froebcl win all the games). Jean’s ambition is to be a journalist and some day be the editor of The Steel Dust Journal. Mi'dred Cugal, treasurer, was bom here in Gary on March 23, 1929, and is of Serbian descent. She is 5 feet 3 inrhes tall, with light brown hair and green eyes. Her hobby is collecting pictures of the singer, Frank Sinatra. Her favorite sport is football. Mil- dred has fond hopes of becoming a singer. Rose Kobernick. social chairman, was born in Rouina, Poland, on Au- gust 23, 1929. In 1939 she came to America. She has brown hair and brown eyes, and is about 5 feet 4 inches tall. Her hobby is collecting postal cards. Her favorite sport is basketball . Rose’s great ambition is to be a private secretary and (maybe) if he's young and good looking enough, marry her boss. Bessie Georgeadis, social chairman, was born in Gary, Indiana, on June 7, 1930, of Greek descent. Bessie has brown eyes, brown hair, and is about 5 feet 2j inches tall. Her hobby is collecting movie star pic- tures. Her favorite sport is basket- ball. Bessie’s ambition is to become a secretary or a singer with a band. The sponsors of the Freshman Clars are Miss Williams, Miss Mona- han, Mrs. Ihicapher and Mr. Swank. They guide us through the first year of high school, and to them we wish to express our sincere appreciation. SOKE FRESHMAK mm EVENTS The first dance given by the Fresh- iren was held early in September. This was mom of a get-together for the purpose of acquainting Freshmen with their fellow classmen. They played introducing games, had re- freshments, and danced to the latest records. At this first social gaTe - irg, tiie Freshmen enjoyed themselves greatly. On December 8, 1944, the Fresh- men held a dance in the girl-’ gym rom 4 to 6 p. m., with music sup- plied yb Rick Stewart and his band. Iva Yates, Bessie Georgeadis and Mary Souronis entertained their fel- o classmates with a few of the no - ular hits of the day. Refreshments were served during the intermisi-“n. The Freshmen really had a swell time, and when it was over they hated leaving. FRESHMAN DREAMS The ingenious Freshman girls, when asked about their plans for the future years, had a lot of ideas mapped out for their “after gradu - tion” days. Some were really settled about what professions they will fol- low'. Stella Chuckney aspires to he a private secretary, while Olga Skri- van wants to be a dancing school teacher and specialize in tap, toe, and ballet. Betty Bushwty also has chos- en of the fine arts as her goal, and after finishing high school, Betty will continue her drama studies at college. Ann Malocha has her heart set on being a nurse, while Rosemary Ca puson, interested in somewhat the same field, desires to be a pharma- cist. Dolores Leka intends to help make women beautiful, since she has chosen to be a beauty operator. Here’s the best of luck to these girls, and may they all become a great success in whatever profession they have chosen. AN EMBARRASSING MOMENT The Safety' Class was in session for some time when Julius Williams, a J’re-Flight Manual tucked under his arm, w'alked in and sat in one of the front seats. Mr. Irvin, w'ho was explaining the use of the X-ray at this time, asked Julius if he was going to remain in the Safety Class. The ambitions o£ the Freshman f'lass vary, and are t i ical of� our merican youth. To list the whole Freshman Class one would need a book, so your Inquiring Reporter took the few Freshmen below as ex- amples of the ambitions of the class in general: Sally Wojcik: I plan to become a doctor, and I am taking all the science that I c-n possibly crou'd into my four-year program. Juanita Pulliam: When I finish sc o 1 1 v ant to take up dancing. I would like to go to Europe where 1 can study dancing and then bring m review to America where I will travel to all cities. va Yates: When I finish school, 1 would like to join the Nurses train- ing program and after completing the four years I will remain a nurse in peace or war. Frank Miccolis: I haven’t decided v. h.etl er I want to be a pharmacist «; ’a doctor, but regardless of that. I will take all the science I can get, and it will prove helpful. John Krieter: I want to become a draftsman when I complete my four y ears. Thus, I am taking mechanical drawing every year for four years. lsadore De Orta: 1 want to be- come an engineer, and since I am tak- ing all the mathematics I can I will be well prepared. “Safety?” replied Julius, “I thought this was the Pre-Flight Class.” “1 have Pre-Flight next hour. You had better check up on your pro- gram,” said Mr. Irvin. Julius got up and walked out, ex- claiming as he went, “Thank you, I will.” Was he embarrassed ? Apparently so, for it w'as the second day of the semester and he had forgotten where he was supposed to go. _____________________________________ Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Feb. 23, 1945 WIN THE SECTIONAL!! Freshman Profiles Froebel High School students sho Id wake up to the fact that this y'ar’s Freshman Class is a very tal- er ed group in the athletic field. Be- : ides taking the city championship for F eshman football, the class also in- cludes individual stars: Frank Keko Tenorio Frank is a real Chicago flyweight champion boxer! He achieved this title by winning his eighth bout and while doing so has brought much fa- vorable comment to his credit. Many fight promoters have mentioned to Frank that he has tremendous possi- bilities, but these remarks fell on deaf ears, because Frank has decided to re- tire from the boxing ring and lead a serene and peaceful life. Rufus Lackey Rufus, also interested in boxing, has been quite active in the Froebel athletic department. He was a mem- ber of the champion Freshman foot- ball team and has good possibilities in the forthcoming track season. His competition against “Buddy” Young has some bearing on this. Although active on the debate team and capable of writing poetry, Rufus still main- tains that his prime ambition is to be- come a good boxer. He’s proved this by his entry in the Golden Gloves fights. Carlos Servin Carlos decided to be different than all of the other boys, and take up a career of wrestling. In order to be- come a good wrestler like Jim Lon- dos, his idol, Carlos is practicing three times a week and has developed his favorite hold, which is a double wristlock. Ask him to explain it to vou, but be prepared! He demon- s- trated it to two of his other oppo- nents and defeated them. The third decided not to show up! Now, isn’t that proof enough of his ability? Mike Sosh Mike is one of Froebel’s most ver- satile athletes. Besides being on the championship football team, Mike has participated in swimming and boxing, and is contemplating a career in track also. Even though the girls are wild about him, Mike still prefers to take his. athletics seriously and can hardly wait until the football season starts, because that is his favorite sport. John Hadley John has just been rated the most athletic Freshman boy by the mem- bers of the Freshman Class. That speaks for itself and, according to John, all sports are his favorites. We are looking forward to the next few seasons watching John bring home the trophies for Froebel in football, basketball, and track. FRESHMAN BOYS WANT TO LEARN VOLLEY BALL The Freshman boys have been dying to learn the game of volley- ball. When they got the news of the Freshman girls’ challenge, they final- ly saw their opportunity to learn the game. The Freshman boys have picked a team and are waiting for the big day, which the Freshman girls seem reluctant to set. What’s the matter? Are you girls frightened? Here are the boys who will compete against you and who are confident of ultimate victory: Peter Bellessis, George Diacoff, George Christian. John Sanchez, Captain Isadore De- Orta, Anthony Pampalone, David Ballerino, Bernard Ruzga, Frank Miccolis, Christ Paraschos, John Vasas and George Demos. BASKETBALL RESULTS Froebel vs. Horace Mann The Horace Mann Horsemen were handed a 28 to 24 defeat by the Froe- bel Blue Devils. At the beginning of the game, Froebel gained a 7-1 lead o’, er the Horsemen, but a Mann rally narrowed the margin to 7-6. During the last quarter, Froebel held a 26-21 advantage which Mann could not overcome until the final minutes of the game, when Mann trimmed the Froebel victory to 28-24. Froebel vs. Hammond Clark Froebel’s 6 point loss to Hammond Clark was the result of better ball handling bv the Pioneers. At the end of the half Clark held a score of 21-13. The Blue Devils fought back and in the last quarter the Pio- neers led by only 1 point. The final score of the game was 36 to 30. Froebel vs. Valparaiso The Vikings of Valparaiso beat the Froebel Blue Devils in a game that was nip-and-tuck from the opening tipoff to the final gun. At the end of the first quarter the Vikings led by a score of 6 to 4; at the half time the score was tied 14-14. During the next half the Vikings continued to stay on top until the gun went off, ending the hectic game, 31-20. Froebel vs. Mishawaka Mishawaka recently whitewashed the Froebel Blue Devils, 54-39. Mishawaka, one of the hottest teams in the ,N I. H. S. C., had the game “in the bag” from the beginning. The Froebelites were just unable to cope with Mishawaka’s fast of- fensive plays. Even though the Blue Devils have lost a majority of their games, they may still have a “hidden ace” ready to be played during the sectionals. F - 23- 13« THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL pago Rt FRESHMAN AUTOGRAPHS THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Feb. 23, 1945 FRESHMAN AUTOGRAPHS Feb. 23. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven Callitig All Freshman Girls Now is the time to join the F. G. A. A. Don’t wait until next semester or you may miss out on a few awards which you’ll wish you hadn’t. Some of the events in which all the members participate are: The Spread, the spring and fall initiations and. above all, our lovely annual Banquet which climaxes the school year. For the girls who have shown an interest in the club and a willingness to earn 1,500 points, an emblem is awarded. As a special award for earning 750 points a year, a bronze statue is awarded, which is known as the Senior Award. For the benefit of the girls who join the G. A. A. in February, an amendment was added to our Consti- tution which states that a girl may earn 400 points in her first year of membership, and in the next few years she must earn the maximum number of points, 750, so she may get the Senior Award. Any girl who is elected to serve on the Council for two years is given a Special Service Award. This is a gold pin with the inscription, G. A. A- So you see, girls, you not only are aiding your . . . ahem! . . . figures by joining, but you receive all these dif- ferent awards for your efforts. It’s fun also, competing against up- per classmen in sports such as basket- ball and volleyball. “Boy Meets Girl’’ is an annual event, with girls competing against boys in volleyball. Come on, you Freshies, join the G. A. A. CERTIFICATE OF HONOR PRESENTED TO TRI-Y CIRCLE Frank L. Haess, president of the T. B. Association, presented the Tri-Y Circle a certificate of honor for their assistance during the Christ- mas seal drive. A Co-Ed Valentine party was planned in detail with Delores Bar- tal, Pauline Zaheralis and Stella Wukicr in charge of refreshments. Entertainment, which consisted of games and dancing, followed the buf- fet dinner. Committees were chosen to take charge of the Tri-Y dance, which is to be held on March 9. Those in charge of the dance are: Rose Argos- ,ina, Eleanor Berzich, Betty Paska, Steha Wukich, Stella Demos, Artie Kyros, Alice Romanow, Joan Micco- lis, Annabelle Thomas, and Betty Mae Kirla. Mrs. Capuson, club sponsor, agreed to take the girls to visit The Gan Fo.t-Tribune, one of the many points of interest in Gary to be visited b the club. FRESHMAN ALSO ARE ARTISTICALLY INCLINED Approximately one-half of the Curtain Time Dramatic Club is com- posed of Freshman bo s and girls. If and when they are prepared they will enter the Citamard Dramatic Club, with the consent of their sponsor, Mrs. Cohen. The first project of the semester will be the play, The Birthday of the Infanta, by Oscar Wilde, and adapted bv Stuart Walker. This is a story of a little dwarf who happily does his best to entertain the princess, but dies of a broken heart when he learns that it is his disfigurement and not his art which has made her laugh. Freshman members are: Betty Bushwty, Josephine Commarata. Rosemary Capuson, Wendell Chis- mudy, Jimmy Cougias, Isadore De- Orta, Bessie Georgeadis, Eloise Kele- man, John Krieter, Eli Leka, Irene Pietrzak, Georgann Pepoff, Joe Pol- iak, John Sanchez, Jean Varva, and Iva Yates. The also are ten members of the Freshman Class in the Junior Thes- pians, Mrs. Deal’s dramatic club. Americans Are Lucky will be their first performance this semester. This is a play of social and moral signifi- cance. The members are: Doris Au- denaent, George Christian, George Daicoff, Rose Kobernick, Bernard Rugga, Olga Skrivan, and Margaret Sulich. Nick P.: Do you know why there is a paper shortage? Harry M.: No. Why is there a paper shortage? Nick P.: Well, paper comes from trees. Harry M.: Yes, yes, go on. Nick P.: And the axis are all in Europe. — FREE INFORMATION FOR THE FRESHMAN BOYS AND GIRLS in order that so-called “rookies may know what clubs they may join, and what requirements a e necessary to join those clubs, the following in- formation has been gathered: To gain entrance to the dramatic ci’ h, Curtain Time, one must take dramatics, naturally, and be asked t 'on the club by the sponsor, Mrs. Cohen. Requirements for entrance to the Hall Guard Club requires one to be loyal, trustworthy, courteous, and ST RICT, in all duties as hall guard. Miss Blanche Liggett is sponsor of the club. Entrance to the Froebel Girls’ Athletic Association requires a girl to ea-n at least 100 points in some sport such as baseball, basketball, paddle tennis, etc. When 1,500 points have been earned in two years, an emblem is given plus the permisison to bu the sweater especially used for this emblem. The two main occasions of the year are the Spread and the Ban- quet that is held in June. The Froebel Booster Club may be joined by girls when one becomes a Junior. The chief purpose of the cluh is to promote culture and poise. A meeting is held every Thursday after school, at which time Miss Liggett gives instructive talks. The main event of the F. B. C. is the May Ball, a formal affair. Other clubs offering opportunities for Freshman boys and girls are the Euclidean Circle, a math club spon- sored by Mrs. Stewart; the Chemis- try Club, sponsored by Miss Mai- lath : the Projection Club, sponsored by Mr. Chamberlain ; the Lebeorfs, a super boys’ outfit, sponsored by Mr. Irvin and Mr. Knesek; the Home- making Club, sponsored by Mrs. Fa- gan, and last, but not least, the Busi- ness Club, sponsored by Miss Gohdes, which is open to girls and boys who take second year shorthand. Miss Monahan: And what is the name of the hill that Teddy Roose- velt charged? Isadore: San Juan. Miss Monahan: Right, but the J is pronounced like a W. Now, what day was the Declaration of Independ- ence signed? Isadore: The fourth of Wooly] ' Pago Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Feb. 23. 1945 Freshman Heart Throbs Okra Skrivan seems to be throwing all her attention toward a Junior reii- Head, L. L. 'Vhy is Christ Parasehas so inter- ested in Arlene Riethel’s algebra work ? Joe Varella is out of this world when someone mentions Anne Anas- toff to him. Does Marty Reyes go to Indiana Harbor so often to see a certain Rudy? Do you remember Katy Kikolas? Well, Peter Bellisis can show you a picture of her in his wallet. Why would Sarah Elmas be talk- ing about Victor Alabach so often? Could it be that she’s interested? One of Nick Thiros’s favorite ar- ticles in the Scholastic is “Bov Dates Girl.” The only time you’ll find James Tonis blushing will be when some- one mentions a certain D. L. John Giolis’s main interests seem to lie in the direction of a certain damsel named Rita. Sally Wojcik goes steady with a beau from Emerson School. Arnold Bernstein is the main at- traction in the 8 =40 Math Class, ac- cording to the Freshman females. M. C. has given Michael Vass new inspiration in his school work (good influence for you, Mike). Wonder why Judge Miccolis. alias Frank Miccolis is being called “Pietrzak” by his friends. Some gruesome twosomes are Iva Yates and John Vasas, Betty Bencze and Norman Reithal of the Navy, Arlene Reithal and Andy Bain. Junior girls seem to attract Jimmy Cougias at co-ed. Rosemary Capuson is keeping her eyes on a Dramatic Club student named Isadora D. Eloise Keleman’s latest crush is a Joe Blow Freshman, R. S. ■ Our Thoughts Are With You ★ ★ ★ The Allowing service news was gathered by the Freshman boys and girls who have worked on this special Freshman Souvenir Edition of Steel Durt Journal. We hope when you receive your copy of our paper that you will be pleased to know that your younger brother or sister has you often in his or her thoughts and from a’l of us on the Staff we say “God bless jou.” ★ ★ ★ Lt. Anne Sosli of the American Nurses Corps, and George Sosh, PhM l c, are the sister and brother of Mike Sosh. Ann, after recently being shipped from New York, has landed in India. She says that in- stead of having snow or rain storms, they are having sand storms and it is very dry and hot. George is learning to become an X-ray technician at .Shoemaker, California, from where he expects to be shipped soon. ★ ★ ★ Pfc. .Milan Skrivan. who now is at Honolulu, has seen much action in the Marshall Islands, and he also was in on the raid of Saipan. “Mickey” has fathered quite a collection of as- so ted money .much of which be has sent home to his sister, Olga Skrivan. ★ ★ ★ Pfc. John Chuckney, who has been serving with an anti-aircraft battery in the southwest Pacific, is the broth- er of Stella Chuckney. During the two years he has been in the Army, eighteen months were spent overseas. After being overseas for a while, a few of the boys in his companv got together arid orgainzed a band, in which he plays a clarinet. ★ ★ ★ Arlene Reithel is the sister of Nor- man Reithel, S l c, of the U. S. Navy. Upon graduation in 1944 he enlisted and was first sent to Samp- son. New York, for his boot train- ing. After finishing this he received a seven-day furlough which he spent with his parents and friends. When he returned, he was sent to Norfolk, Virginia, for further training. After a month he was sent to Treasure Island, California, and the family re- ceived word that they would not hear from him for a while. Upon hearing from him later, he said that he was happy and the first few days aboard ship he was seasick. Pfc. Albert Ruzga, who graduated from Froebel in 1939, was shipped overseas in 1942 to land in New Cale' donia, and later was sent to the Solo- mon Islands. He has been in the south- west Pacific with an engineer band for a little more than two years. The family has received many souvenirs from him and they believe that he might have been in on the invasion of the Philippine Islands. A1 now has a brother in school by the name of Bernard Ruzga. ★ ★ ★ Pvt. Teddy Benedyk, brother of Bruno Benedyk, has been in the Army t’ ree and a half weeks, and recently • as transferred to Camp Wolters, T exas. ★ ★ ★ Pfc. Robert Shanker, cousin of R se Kohernick. has been serving with the Fifteenth Air Force in Italy. He has collected quite a number of Italian coins and postcards. Robert is a graduate of Froebel and was in- ducted in 1943. ★ ★ ★ Sat. Andy Vasas is a brother of Johnny Vasas. He now is in combat duty some here in Belgium. ★ ★ ★ Pvt. Minor - Hadley. Jr., recently was home for the weekend, and said that he will be moved from Camp Atterbury, but where, he doesn’t know. His brother is Johnny Had- ley, our star Freshman athlete. ★ ★ ★ Alexander and Steve Bencze, both sergeants, are brothers-of Elizabeth Bencze. Alex has been in the service for three years, while Steve has been in for two years. They were induct- ed on the same day, but a year apart. Alex now is in an English hospital nursing a wounded arm, while Steve still is carrying on in an anti-aircraft division in France. ★ ★ ★ Sgt. John R. Thomas, a 1941 Froe- bel graduate, is a brother of Bill Thomas. He now is somewhere in France with the 48th Tank Battal- ion. Before going overseas John re- ceived his training at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Bill has another brother, Steve Thomas, who is a sergeant in the Quartermaster Corps now serving in Belgium. Steve has been overseas for 18 months. First Sgt. George Andrey graduated from Joliet Township High School in Joliet, Illinois. In 1937, he joined the National Guard and in 1941, en- listed. His brother, Bernard Andrey, savs that George has been on the Fiji Islands, New Hebrides Islands, (Continued on Page 7) Fob. 23. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Nine OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU Guadalcanal, Bougainville, and now is on Luzon in the Philippines. ★ ★ ★ Ensign Stephen Benko, brother of Ann Puscak, is in the Naval Air Corps. He graduated from Froebel in 1941 and was drafted in 1942, and first was stationed in Indiana. Octo- ber 18, 1944, he received his wings. Steve is to be married some time this month to Angeline Ramusack, also a former Froebel student. ★ ★ ★ Jim Broun, brother of Eddie Brown, is a former Froebel basket- ball captain. He now is stationed at Great Lakes, where he is a trainer in calisthenics for the new recruits. Jim still is playing basketball, and plays with some of the Great Lakes teams. ★ ★ ★ Sgt. John Zimmerman is stationed in the Palau Islands at present, ac- cording to his brother, Edward Zim- merman. John, a graduate of ’42, has been out of the States about a year. ★ ★ ★ Frank Tenorio’s brother, Carlos Tenorio, a former Froebel student, is in the thick of the European theater fighting. When last heard from his unit was in Germany. ★ ★ ★ Pvt. George Georgison recently has been transferred from Fort Knight, California, to Camp Ord, California. In the near future, he expects a fur- lough, and it seems as though he can hardly wait to see his sister, Bessie Georgeadis. ★ ★ ★ Joe Serratto report that his broth- er, Pvt. John Serratto, is somewhere in the south Pacific, after being in the service since 1943. John is some- what of a handy man in the ground crew of the United States Air Force. ★ ★ ★ Pfc. Joseph Wisner, brother of Er- nest Wisner, has been in the armed forces two years. At present, he is somewhere in England with a Med- ical Corps unit. ★ ★ Pfc. Richard C. Valdivia and T 5 Manuel C. Valdivia are brothers of Robert Chairez. Richard and Manuel both are overseas. Richard has been across for one and a half years, and is in Belgium with a military police unit. Manuel has been away for two and a half years, and is serving in Iran with an Army Postoffice unit. Richard Cannon. S i c, pilots a PT boat at Whidbey Island, Wash- ington, W'here he has been stationed for a year. This island is all by itself and there aren’t any girls on the island, his brother, William Cannon, has reported. ★ ★ ★ Augustine Leon’s father, Pete Leon, S i c, enlisted eighteen months ago. He took his basic training at Great Lakes and then was sent to South Carolina for three weeks, from where he was shipped overseas to England. On D-Dav, he helped land troops in France. He returned two and a half weeks ago from France to the States, but soon will be leaving for the East Coast. ★ ★ ★ Pfc. Josephine Yuil graduated as valedictorian from Froebel in 1940. Six months after the attack on Pear! Harbor, she enlisted in the Women’s Marine Corps. Having finished her loot training in North Carolina, she w as sent to other Marine camps. From Washington, D. C., she went to San Diego for further orders, which may include Hawaii. ★ ★ ★ Pvt. Milton J. Rodriguez, bro'ther of Rebecca Rodriquez, is in the Ma- rine Corps. A former student, Mil- ton left school to work in the mill. December 27, 1943, he enlisted in the Marines. He was shipped overseas in May and as far as the family knows; he is stationed at Guadalcanal. ★ ★ Pvt. Mordecai Johnson, brother of Ronald Johnson, saw action in Bel- gium, where he was wounded and sent to a hospital in England, and. is getting along fine. FLASH! FLASH!! The Freshman boys have chosen the following girls for the “All Star Football Team of Froe- bel School’’— Arlene Reithal .............. left end Delores Leka .......... tight end Sarah Elmas ........ tight tackle Mary Souronis ....... left tackle Rose Kobernick ..... right guard Iva Yates ........... left guard Stella Chuckney ........... center Annie Anastoff ....... quarterback Bessie Georgeadis . right halfback Irene Pietrzak .............. left halfback Betty Bencze .......... fullback Rosemary: Why did the girl jump into the ocean ? Jimmy C.: To join the Waves’ l orn Kougoufar, S 2 c. has trav- eled from Sampson, New York, to Rhode Island, and from the e to Camp Parks, California, where he became a Seabec. Pvt. Angelo Pc a!is. who also was in California, had plans for meeting Tommy at San Diego, but suddenly received news that it was impossible. Angelo telegraphed Tom and they met at Angelo’s po t of embarkation, where they talked for a few hours separated by a fence. An- gelo and Tom now are overseas and on their way some place in the South Pacific. Bill Ivoglosky, A S, is stationed at Great Lakes for his basic training. He has had guard duty, hut is look- ing forward to K. P. Bill is expected to be home about the latter part of March, and hopes to be home in time for Easter. Michael Hricik, A S. former Froe- bel boy, alos is stationed at Great Lakes for basic training. It seems both Bill and Mike have been getting shots and will be plenty happy when they’re all over with! Alike has been having galley work, that is, scrubbing and shining garbage cans. Louis Gugliuzza. after traveling around the States, has finished his training and just recently left Cali- fornia. He was very fortunate in having his girl friend, Florence Man- del, and his mother visit him in San Diego. We are glad to give our read- ers the news of the engagement o Florence and Louis. Nice going and congratulations! Pvt. John Huerta and Ernie Kish have been fortunate enough to meet each other in the Philippines, and Johnny had quite a time trying to find Ernie, but finally did. They were so happy that they hugged each other and began talking about the good old days and the swell times they had had together at Froebel. Ernie and John are in the same outfit, and only two miles apart at the present time. Page Ten T HE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Feb. 23. 1945 OUR BOYS j it v ■- AROUND THE GLOBE Thomas Ristoff. S 2 c, seems to think that we’re pretty lucky here with all the snow, because Tom is somewhere in the South Pacific where it is intensely hot, and he never sees any snow. Pfc. Ed Barney, after two years of not seeing anyone from home, met Al Jocius in the Hawaiian Islands, and they had quite a visit. Each was very glad to see the other, and they talked all about old times for a long, enjoyable weekend. AI Barriera, a former Froebel stu- dent, recently has been reported killed in action. He was a paratrooper and in the same outfit that John Huerta is in. Pvt. Vedo was with a mortar squad of an infantry unit when he was wounded. He has been overseas five of the ten months he has been in the Army. Pvt. Henry Kwilasz is stationed at Lowry Field, Colorado, and is study- ing electricity. If everything comes out okay, “Skeeter” will be a B-29 gunner. Skeeter says everything hap- pens fast. What would be covered in a year in high school is covered in six weeks in the Army Air Force. Cpl. Michael Pruvenok, a graduate of “43,” was reported missing over Yugoslavia on November 6, and now has been identified as a prisoner of war. Mike was shot down over Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, and taken pris- oner by the Nazis. He was a gunner on a B-24 Liberator. He entered the service soon after graduating from school and went to Italy in September of last year. Steve and Nick Rusak became cas- ualties of war within a month of each other. Steve was hit in the leg by shrapnel on November 25, when his tank was pounded by Nazi guns while defending an American position in Germany. Steve now' is in a hos- pital in England. Nick was wounded on December 23, in France, and now' is recuperating in England from in- juries in his left heel. Nick entered the service two years ago and went overseas last summer. Pvi. Steve Sarich, stationed some- where in the Philippines, is a member of a well-known infantry division. He has been appointed a combat cor- respondent for his unit. Steve has been overseas for more than a year, having been previously stationed at the Hawaiian Islands and New Guinea. He has the American De- fense ribbon, good conduct ribbon, the Asiatic-Pacific medal and the Philippines Liberation ribbon, which recently was suggested by President S. Osmena of the Philippine Com- monwealth and approved by the War Department. Richard Stempak recently was home for a two weeks’ furlough after his completion of a part of his course at Clemson Military University in South Carolina. He said that his training is getting tougher, but he is enjoying college life. Cpl. Ted Bronowski is somewhere in France serving with the Medical Corps, while his brother, Pvt. Eugene Bronouski, is w’aiting at an embarka- aion port with an armored infantry division for further orders. Pvt. Gus Novak is stationed at Sheppard Field, Texas, and it seems that he doesn’t care for the place, the climate, or the women. S Sgt. Victor Popa was seriously wounded in Luxembourg on January 13, after winning the bronze star for n heroic exploit in combat. He w'ent overseas in October as a private and after entering combat he received pro- motions to staff sergeant in rapid suc- cession. He has been in the service for two years and has recently been platoon leader. Pvt. Steve Markovich was overseas for tw'o months when he was reported missing in France. Steve has been in the service for a year and a half. S Sgt. Andy Kacmar, a member of the service group, recently was com- mended by General Patton for his part in the air-ground push that has driven the German armies from northern France. He is a machinist in a 9th Air Force Air Service Squad- ron. Pvt. Louis Photos is taking a basic airplane and engine mechanics’ course at Kessler Field. He is stationed with the Army Air Forces Training Com- mand Technical School at Biloxi, Mississippi. Kacy Tremhicki, S i c, had so much work to do on the ship that he forgot what day of the week it was— time on the sea means nothing. All he can say is that the sea is really beautiful, with its soft green waves. Pfc. Steve Belkow is somewhere in Italy in the snow and mountains. On the 26th of January he celebrated his second anniversary in the Army, and 20 months has been spent overseas. He has heard that Andy Morales is around there some place and as soon as he finds time he is going to look Andy up and give him the third de- gree. Steve sent home a program card from the Spaghetti Bowl in Italy. He was lucky enough to get to witness the 5th Army and the 20th Army Air Force play an exciting game of football ,of which the 5th, Steves’ outfit, was the victor. Midshipman Michael Kapnas re- cently qualified as an Ensign as a re- sult of a V-12 training program. They have to cover quite a bit of work in a short period of time, ac- cording to Mike. If they lose one hour it is possible that they will fall way behind. One is constantly on the go, day and night, and the required course is six weeks before you get a commission. Because of all the prepa- ration that they have to do for their classes, they usually get about five hours of sleep. Pvt. Gus Amigdalos, now stationed at Sheppard Field, Texas, wrote an interesting letter in which he stated he met three Froebel buddies, Gus Novak, Tom Gilt and George De- wen tz. He said it was quite a thrill to meet someone so far away from home. Gus now is a direction finder operator and a radio repairman in the Army Airways communication sys- tem. He is eligible for a furlough in two weeks and is looking forward to it. Two boys, formerly of the Junior Class, Frank Kmetz and Pvt. Mike Pop” Berta, now are settled and waiting to hear from their classmates and friends. Frank is stationed at Manhattan Beach in New York, and Mike is at Camp Wolters, Texas. Michael Ihnat, S 2 c, is making England his second home, and he seems to like it quite a bit. In a re- cent letter he told of the English girls and some of their similarities to the American “Bobbysocker.” They give anything for lipstick, and in summer are always bare-legged. One thing that surprised him the most was that to the English women, pant's are strictly taboo unless war work makes them absolutely necessary. Steel Dust Journal A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIFE ☆ ☆ VOLUME II. No. 11 FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL GARY. INDIANA MARCH 9, 1945 COAST GUARD’S MERITS REVIEWED EDUCATIONAL MOVIES SEEN The entire High School student body assembled recently to hear sev- eral representatives of the U. S. Coast Guard. Chief Petty Officer Shenry spoke about the specialized training offered to i8- ear-olds who fulfill specified qualifications. Then the story of the academy training was told in an interesting technicolor movie, “The Coast Guard Academy.” Pete Allen, Quartermaster 2 c, a former Froebelite of many years ago, was introduced to the students. He participated in the invasions of Africa, Sicily, Salerno, and Norman- dy. He also received three citations, one of which was from General Dwight Eisenhower. Quartermaster Allen spoke to the students of his participation in the D-Day invasion of Normandy. The film, “The Nor- mandy Invasion,” which has just been released for public use, was then shown on the screen. The assembly was able to identify No. 85, the LST Pete Allen had been aboard. He is one of the 50 men rescued after the ship was hit. This program was one of the most interesting presented in the auditorium this year. PUPPETRY HOLDS GLASS INTEREST Quickly becoming quite skilled ar- tistic craftsmen are the Froebel stu- dents now engaged in the art of pup- pet making. Mrs. T. E. Crothers, instructor for the group, has been do- ing this type of work in many of the Gary schools and her class at Froebel is held Period III every day except Friday. After completing the building of their own characters for “Rumpel- stiltskin,” “Cinderella” and “The Reluctant Dragon.” the students will present the fairy tales in playet form to the auditorium audiences. The puppets may then be taken to other schools to perform. A group of six or (Continued on Page 5) FROEBEL STUDENT COUNCIL INITIATES PASSING PLAN T he Student Council put into ef- fect its plan of passing on Tuesday, February 27, after weeks of study and preparation. The student body deserves high praise for the way in which they have taken hold of the Council’s requests and have co-oper- ated wholeheartedly in the execution of the plan. Committees of the Council have studied the traffic bottlenecks and after an extensive survey conducted throughout all of the classes, evolved detailed directions for each student to tollow. The faculty has patiently and wholeheartedly taught the direc- tions to the student body. In essence, the plan sought to di- vide traffic as evenly as possible on the three stairwalls of the main build- ing and to direct traffic through heavily loaded areas to less congested ones. A third feature of the scheme is delaying the passing of those pupils who have short distances to travel be- tween classes until those with a long way to travel have passed. On Monday a great improvement was noted as students began to fall in line with the plan. Students were passing with less noise and confusion and traffic blockades were extremely rare. The Council commends the stu- dents on their conformity to the regu- lation that there is to be no walking arm-in-arm by twos and threes. The traffic court which has been created by the Council to discipline offenders against the regulations is delighted with the prospect of the few cases to come before it. They sin- cerely hope that they will never have to try a single case. This action of the Student Council is a real service performed for the Froebel students. We all should be grateful to them for pointing the way to real passing order, and do our ut- most to make the order better and better. MEXICAN FIESTA IS HUGE SUCCESS 1 lie 8r, pupils of the fourth grade, under the direction of Miss Eloisc F.F'ca, intermediate teacher, presented a Mexican Fiesta the latter part of February, for the amusement and education of school officials and other representatives attending. The pri- mary purpose of the Fiesta was to acquaint the students and others with the customs, costumes, and habits, in- cluding all phases of enterprise of Mexico. The fourth grade room No. 112, in which this program was carried out was decorated in fiesta colors. T he decorations included such items as pictures, wall decorations, and booths with colorful Mexican table- cloths covering them. Many of these things were made by the pupils, many of whom wore Mexican costumes. Included in the study of Mexico were such items as reading books on Mexico� , learning Mexican words, singing Mexican songs, making such articles as flowers, toys, belts, book- marks, serapes, sombreros, pinwhecls, recipe books with Mexican recipes, making a Spanish dictionary, the writing and illustrating of Mexican stories, and making a Mexican flag� Refreshments were sold at a table decorated with the Mexican fiesta color scheme. All proceeds of the sale went toward the financing of the Fiesta. Students who participated in the program were Sadie Bulza, Evelyn Goudeau, Gloria Guerra. Geraldine Hammond, Gizella Keleman, Ophe- lia Kellom, Barbara LaMar, Mary Melkian. Gloria Nichols, Angeline Poulis, Mary Roganovich, Rachel (Continued on Page 8) Page Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 9, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price. .. M 00 ft Year F. S. Albright... Assistant Principal STAFF Editor Gertrude Danch Sports... ................Nick Stevr.ff Joh?i Baynnko Carl Taseff Copy......................Eleunor Berzish Ann Thomas Circulation..............Ann Marencik Business Manager Angeline Ramirez Class Sponsor Jeannette Mnrckese .... Kathryn Welsh Printing Sponsor. Harvey Knesek Printers John Barauko Alex Shendrick . ..Seventh Period Shorthand Class FROEBEL STUDENT COUNCIL COMMENTS The Student Council a few days ago made certain regulations and rec- ommendations regarding hall order. No law, regardless of how just and how greatly needed, can be enforced without the co-operation of the ma- jority of citizens. That is, most citi- zens already do as the law compels a few to do. If the majority of a peo- ple are lawless, then they can produce nothing that resembles a civilization. If the majority are hoodlums, no law can be enforced and no group society can issue from such people. One of the traits of our students is the desire to be outstanding. This de- sire may be good or bad. There are at least two ways of fulfilling this desire. One way would be through efficient school work. That way has it's advantages and what may ap- pear to you to be disadvantages. One advantage is that a person can leave high school with an education. This education, power to control himself and his environment, will n ake him much more able to compete with oth- ers in this world of competition. He will have habits of work that will enable him to keep a job when others lose theirs without knowing why. When the others lose their jobs be- cause of incompetence and lack of trustworthiness, their only consola- tion will be to say that the successful person had a stand-in with the boss. The world is crowded with people who are too incompetent to be em- ployed and who, therefore, have time to criticize others who are too busy even to worry about what they say. Even in the height of the depression there was a scarcity of highly skilled laborers. Now, you may wonder, if you are still reading, how there can be a con- nection between school work and a job after school. School work IS one job; and if your habits of work and habits of conduct make you a misfit at school work, it requires a strong imagination indeed to expect suddenly to be changed into a competent work- er of the world. Don’t fool yourself! Get, busy! Don’t be afraid of being a good worker! Another way to be outstanding is to be at the foot of your class, chew gum in public, talk loud, demand your rights and, in general, make a nuisance of yourself. You may gain the attention of some who are too much like you. They may even be- lieve you are “great stuff,” but to others you are just “stuff.” Your kind may be able to make more noise and command a more vociferous cheer when you receive your diploma; but you may leave a record that «'ill dog your footsteps wherever you go. Why do some members of Froebel School make such a strenuous effort to make themselves conspicuous? Per- haps it is an attempt to ride a weak- ness they secretly feel. Now, really, if one is foolish, the quickest and most effective way of “letting the cat out of the bag” is to do a great amount of unnecessary talking. The easiest way to fool them would be to say nothing. The other way just won’t work on sensible people. Don’t expect continuous entertain- ment in school. If school is to be a preparation for life, we’d better begin a life of work in school. Outside school we learn to do things that we prefer not to do. We learn to work and think. If we don’t, we fail. Let us learn to seek contentment within our thoughtr. If we fail to find it there, it is useless to seek it elsewhere. Perhaps it would be futile to at- tempt a summary of such rambling remarks. Regardless of what good they may or may not accomplish, the Student Council would like to see a school to which is can point with pride. We believe that most of our boys and girls will agree that hall order and study hall order are two of our weaknesses. Let’s improve both by each putting himself in order and conducing himself as a good citizen would . . . without compulsion. The best government in the world is self- government. Strict controls in schools —as well as in nations—usually arise when people prove themselves incapa- ble of assuming their own responsi- bilities This says only “Happy Birthday,” But it means so much more. It means a wish for greater joys Than you’ve ever known before. It means a wish for happiness And cheer without an end. And it holds the warmest greetings T hat Friendship can extend. Name and Class— Date Stella Wukich, Junior ......Mar. i Sam Fostero, Junior ..........Mar. 2 Nick Marco, Frosh ............Mar. 2 George Ramusack, Senior ....Mar. 5 Joe Kovalcik, Junior..........Mar. 6 Edward Machenik, Junior.....Mar. 6 Erma Williams, Senior.......Mar. 6 Eddie Andreasik, Soph’......Mar. 7 Clayton Hannah, Soph........Mar. 7 Rosemary. Rosdil, Frosh.....Mar. 7 John Macinga, Soph........«....Mar. 8 Joseph Bodnar, Soph...........Mar. 9 Agnes Boynak, Junior..........Mar. 9 Christopher Daniels, Frosh....Mar. 9 Socorro Morales, Junior.....Mar. 9 Ernest Wisner, Frosh........i.Mar. 9 Faustine Frederick, Senior....Mar. 10 Marge Zoumis, Senior........Mar. 11 Jimmy.Cougias, Frosh........Mar. 13 Audrey Jamison, Frosh.......Mar. 14 Harry Katsimpolis, Senior....Mar. 14 Bill Mamelson, Soph.........Mar. 14 Edward Stanik, Junior........Mar. 14 Gladys Williams, Frosh......Mar. 14 Helen Gianopoulis, Senior....Mar. 15 Mervin Trinosky, Soph.......Mar. 16 Milan Uzelac, Frosh.........Mar. 16 Ruth Augustus, Junior.......Mar. 17 James Ellis, Frosh............Mar. 19 Richard Smolnicky, Soph.....Mar. 19 Julia Pavlik, Senior..........Mar. 20 Peter Petroff, Junior.......Mar. 20 Hurry! Hurry! Calling all Seniors! Do you want to be left without invitations and calling cards? Of course you don’t, but you had better move fast, because this is your last opportunity. All orders must be placed by the end of the day, and there will be no extension of time. The first two students to put their orders in were Julia Pavlik and Anne Ply. Don’t disappoint your classmates. Remember, the deadline is 4:00 p. m. today! March 9. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three A CINDERELLA STORY ACT I, SCENE i : TIME: Monday, March 5, at midnight. PLACE: A Chicago station. SETTING: A smoke-filled depot « here hundreds of people are waiting for trains. There are lots of strange faces looking around, but no familiar ones. But wait—those two girls over there, sitting on their suit cases. Aren't they familiar? Sure! You know them! They’re the Terry Twins! (Better known to Froebel and Gary as the Negovan Twins.) Last Monday night the Terry Twins were waiting for a train that would carry them to Topeka, where they began their two-week U. S. O. tour of Kansas. The 26th of March will find them in Salt Lake City, Utah. Then comes a 10-week tour of the Pacific Coast that will take them through Denver, Colorado; Portland, Oregon; Vancouver, Brit- ish Columbia; Seattle, Washington; and San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco, California, where they will play theater engagements and club dates. The Terry Twins are well on the way to success. After seven years of effort toward the fulfilling of their ambition, their dream is slowly, but surely, becoming a reality. The two “slender, tender and tall brunettes were very much a part of the Senior Class of '44. From their Freshman year, they showed great possibilities in stage work. As the years developed, so did their talent. -By the close of their Senior year, they had entertained at many city and school club meetings, parties, and bond rallies. Gary knew and liked the Negovan Twins. After their graduation, they spent their days as elevator girls in a down- town department store, but their eve- nings were reserved for the work they loved. Then, one evening, through Fate, their luck turned professional- wise, and things really began to pop! What had seemed like “just an- other job” turned out to be a map of the road to success. A talent scout from the Donna Parker Agency in Chicago caught their act, liked it, and arranged an audition with Miss Parker for them. They auditioned before Miss Par- ker and Douglas Craig, a well known arranger and composer. Bingo! The Twins had three-year contracts with both Miss Parker and Mr. Craig in their hands, all signed and sealed. That was six weeks ago. During those six weeks, they have had capa- ble instructors teaching them make- up, tap dancing, modern dancing, and singing. Their music has all been personally arranged for them, cos- tumes have been designed and made for them, and publicity shots have been taken. They have been carefully prepared, in even the smallest details for the professional world. During their training, they have already had a few engagements. These club dates found them in Davenport, la.; Elgin, 111.; Chicago; Waukegan, 111., Jack Benny’s home town; and Au- rora, 111. Bookers already have bee 1 noticing the Terry Twins. Who knows what is in the future for them ? When asked what they thought of it all, they said, “It’s so wonderful that we still can’t believe it hap- pened! We love our work, we’re happy, and with God’s help, we will get to the top. Thank you, Froebel. for the wonderful training. You made it easier for us to face the world.” Froebel is proud to claim you as graduates! Everyone who knew you wishes you the best of luck, happi- ness, and success. May you reach the top of the ladder . . . and soon! CHEMISTRY STUDENTS EXHIBIT IN LIBRARY The 8:40 and 3:05 Chemistry Classes put on a very interesting ex- hibition in the Senior Library. Under the guidance of Miss Mailath, these students combined different sub- stances which, after slowly evaporat- ing, left crystals in beautiful flower- like arrangements and colors. The following students had their work on exhibition: Mike Calusis, Christ Anastoff, Betty Kirla. Julia Pavlik, Alice Harden, Mildred John- son, James Henderson, William Buchko, Margie Jarosack, John Hai- vgrt, Dora Mackin, Rose Marjanian, Ronald Jones, Julius Wililams, Pan- agiota Alext’ou, Sophie Diamond, Verona Hughes, Corrine Lee, Paul Diamond, Rose Lulich, Ida Mae Lucco, Phil Pietrzak, Edwin Ga- jewski, Amelia Flores, Dorothy Ba- lasti, Lydia Honchar, Estelle Pepoff, Garrett Cope, and William Lee. You can be sure that these chem- istry student's got real enjoyment from these experiments. BUY BONDS A. 0. A. to Help Red Cress Drive The All-Out Americans will stage their second annual waste paper drive for the benefit of the Red Cross. Every AOA member who brings in his quota of 20 pounds of pape- will receive a Red Cross tag, indicating that he has done his share for the Red Cross. Last year, the AOA’s gave $1,400 to the Red Cross, the proceeds of their March drive. Tolieston School was host to AO officers from the 33 public and paro- chial schools of the city. Robert Hargis, Wirt School, chair- man of the summer camp committee, e o ted progress on plans for a three weeks camp in Dunes State Fade next August, which will be directed by Jack Gilroy, athletic director of City Schools. The March meeting of the general staff will be held Tuesday, March 20, in St. Hedwig’s Schorl, 17th and Connecticut. The community service committee, Joan Huerta, chairman, reported on the distribu- tion of leaflets for the tin can drive and placards for the Goodwill Indus- tries’ old clothing drive. Plans for enrolling children in all schools as members of the public li- brary were announced by Doris No- vak, children’s library chairman. Five schools obtaining the largest per centage of its enrollment as library book readers will each be presented a book for their book library. STAMP SALES The Grade School children have bought $487.54 worth of stamps and bonds during January and February. Mr. Butler, who is in charge of the stamps and bonds, does all the sell- ing during his lunch hour and his free hour. The Grade School should be con- gratulated for their splendid response in buying bonds and stamps. Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 9. 1945 fait llif I illw SVii«V- .V'l ■■■l.-.vAvn uTiJr ! I H' ■ ■ ■ TRACK SEASON OPENS MANY VET’S BACK AGAIN Coach Bergstrom is keeping the track season prospects and possibili- ties clothed in deepest secrecy and is now beginning to build up his team with exercise. Equipment has been handed out and the boys are getting down to business and are determined to make this one of the most success- ful seasons Froebelite track fans have ever witnessed. The lettermen of last year who are returning for this season and who are also state championship veterans are George Burrell, John Baranko, James Haywood, Ronald Jones and Melvin Stroud. Added to that nucleus, Coach Berg- strom har other boys to choose from who represent potent powers: G. Manos, Bain, Fostero, Riley, John- son, Oprish, Henderson, Levenda, Krasnansky, Kolvey, Strougiludis, and D. Roby. New prospects for the future are Bennett, J. Casko, Comer, Ellison, Gordon, Green, Gulaboff, Hill, Lackey, I.eka, Manna, Magurean, S. Manos and Thomas. Nick Kafantaris will be the man- ager. He is quite capable for this all-important job because he was manager of last year’s team and this year’s swimming team. His help to Coach Bergstrom has made him quite popular with all of the athletic boys. With these choice athletes, Froebel also is giving Coach Bergstrom all of the moral support that they can; likewise the Steel Dust Journal staff offers its support and will follow and cover every track meet to bring the Froebel students in closer con- tact with this exciting sport. HORSEMEN DEFEAT FROEBEL The Horsemen of Horace Mann beat the Froebel Blue Devils in the last regular game of the season by a score of 26-23. By winning this game the tie between Mann and Froebel is ended with Horace Mann holding second place in the city standings and Froebel third. Neither of the teams were able to get a firm lead on the game. Throughout the first half the score went like this: 4-4, 8-8, 10-10 and 12-12. Finally, during the third quarter Mann cashed in a 3-point lead which they held until the game ended, 26-23. DEFEATED IN SECTIONALS The Panthers of Roosevelt blasted Froebel’s hopes for a surprise sec- tional victory upset by defeating them, 29 to 26, in a three-minute overtime. The game was close all the way with ties at the end of the first and fourth quarters. The Pan- thers led at the half, 14 to 11, but the Blue Devils took the lead at the end of the third quarter, 19 to 18. At the beginning of the overtime the score was 26-26. All attempts by the Blue Devils to score were futile, and Roosevelt finally flipped in the necessary points to finish the game, 29-26. Sic transit gloria basketball! He was the sort of guy who wore an air of authority that looked as if it had been tailored for someone else. “Do you think a cat has nine lives?” “No; but I know a frog croaks ev- ery minute.” “You eat like a bird.” “What do you mean?” “You ate the worm on your salad.” BUY BONDS What’s Buzzin’ NOTICE: The track season has officially opened recently. Froebel’s trackmen can now be seen practic- ing after school. Here’s hoping for a successful season on the cinders. ORCHIDS: To all the members of our basketball team for giving us a season full of thrilling games. A special bouquet to Joe Kozma for being high point man on our bas- ketball team. To all Froebel boys taking part in amateur boxing shows. ONIONS: To all those students who sold their sectional tickets at the gate. DON’T FORGET: To support our track team at all their meets. To congratulate our swimming team for being able to swim like fish even though they lost all their meets. FUN AT THE SECTIONALS The annual sectional basketbell tournament was watched by a capac- ity crowd of eager students who at times cried as well as joked around after some of the games. In between games many of the students took ad- vantage of crowds of women and got acquainted in what will probably turn into ripening friendships. Many students left the games with tears flowing like wine, but in the end everyone was glad to see the sectional even though his team didn’t come out as he expected. Orchids to Emerson for their second successful year. “When I looked out of the win- dow, Johnny, I was glad to see you playing marbles with Billy.” “We wasn’t’ playing marbles, Ma; we just had a fight and I was helping him pick up his teeth.” THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Pag© Five March 9, 1945 OFFICE MACHINE PRACTICE CLASS If you would like to know how to run some “contraptions” otherwise known as machines necessary for sec- retarial or clerical work, just sign up for the machine practice course given at Froebel this semester. The various sections that make up the class need explaining. The mim- eograph and mimeoscope provide op- portunities for the girls to learn du- plicating, for they “run off” the ex- ams that teachers give, and do all sorts of other work on this machine. The mimeoscope is a special machine for the making of programs for dances and special advertising. Filing is a section of work necessary for clerical work. The Monroe adding calculator and the Burroughr calcula- tor are machines that add, subtract and divide, and they add complica- tions at first, hut the workers finally master them. The stenographer and clerk are girls who type letters and act as secretaries for teachers who have work they would like to do, but can’t find time to do it. Each of these sections of work are required of each girl. The depart- ments are rotated every two weeks so that the students will be sure to learn about all the departments before the semester ends. The girls have pamphlets with all information about their particular department and they have regular as- signments. Supplementary work is supplied by the teachers, which give the girls more credit. This year the class consists of 18 girls. In past years there have been hois who have taken machine prac- tice. PUPPET CLASS (Continued from Page 1) e.-f't outstanding students will be chosen to form a team called the M aster Puppetteers. This team will be i competition with similar teams iro.n other schools in the presentation of the play, “Pinnochio.” The Froebel boys and girls in the puppet class are as follows: Joseph Davis, James Davis, Bruno Benedyk, Alma Smith, Olga Rajkovich. Con- stance 'Manazourtis, Bernard Aud- rey, Joseph A. Floyd, Miriam Dixon, Augustine Leon, Victor Swetky, Clayton Hannah, Magdeline Kyros, Ophelia Prentiss and Grace Balles. IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS Sylvia Cogelgia doesn’t like cheese because mice eat it. Anna Sandala had to take a pic- ture at the dime store (and she doesn’t like to have her face por- trayed) because she is taking Pre- Flight and is under the United States government. Marta Zamora was the only girl in geometry class without some geo- metric figure in her dress. Mrs. Jones gave her last hour 11A History Class a text by Muzzey which has a few less pages in it than the text the other classes have which is by Wirth. (Why couldn’t Muzzey have written all of them?) Sylvia Enoshel and Betty Naiden- off are experts at filing blanks after spending a whole afternoon at the ration board doing this tvpe of work. Cleo Tonis doesn’t want to go swimming because her hair will get straight. Andy Kopil had blue coloring on his fingers the other day from pass- ing out “chewing gum balls’ ’to his classmates. Manuel Mendez wore a necktie to school recently. I saw a glass of milk shake. Miss Liggett compliments her 11 o’clock study hall on their quietness and good behavior. Mary Beilis is quite good at acro- batic stants, as she has proved in gym at 10:15 o’clock. Stella Klimis has a “zoot-jerkin” wrich comes almost down to her knees. Bette Roberts changed her hair style and now wears a becoming braid across the crown of her head. Some teachers wore a red rose tile day of the “Fiesta,” which was held by Miss Elsea in her lower grade classes. Some Seniors will be very short of graduation gifts this year—only a few have ordered their invitations. Rose Ensalaco now works at the Ridge Theater instead of the Glen Park Confectionery. Frank Miccolis accepted the new hall order, but reserved the right to carry all his belongings in a large brown shopping bag. Mrs. Rose Feczko, who has been a clerk for the past several years, re- cently resigned and has accepted a POWER SEWING CLASS IS ONLY ONE IN GARY An extremely up-to-date course in Technical 'Sewing under the Smith- Hughes Act now is in operation ev- ery afternoon at Froebel School. This is the only class of its kind in Gary and it is taught by Miss Marguerite Williams. Froebel girls have the opportunity of using nine power machines and nine buttonhole machines. They are learning many new and different technical operations which will pre- pare them for industrial sewing jobs. To qualify for the course one must be 14 years of age, or over, and each high school girl who takes it will re- ceive 12 points credit for being in the class. Making garments for themselves, and aprons, towels and dishcloths for our school cafeterias and those of oth- er schools, keep the girls busy. They also will help our Russian allies by making clothes for them. Besides making clothes they will take field trips to industrial plants and will have people from retail busi- ness bureaus come to talk to them. Included in the course’ are short units of color and design, marketing, courtesy, preparing toi a job, and care and repair of clothing, all of which will help the girls to lead a better life. The following girls are enrolled in the class: Anne Eldridge, Doris Fields, Clara Henderson, Helen I'eryo, Helen Kanolas, Genevieve Miller, Lillie Williams, Rose Gal- laris. Luzettie Walker, Diana Chel- lap, Paula Guiterrez, Marie Mer- cedes, Jewel Nevils, Beatrice Flores, Cilestine Janunzio, Margaret Zaro- goza, and Katherine Ross. There are valuable opportunities now open for girls with power sew- ing machine experience, and it is said they will be much in demand at the end of the war. This course is vocational in scope and a source of in- terest to all students enrolled.____ new position with Tubular Alloy Division, National Tube Company. Faculty and students alike will miss Mrs. Feczko, but wish her the best of luck in her new job. Today. Friday, March 9, is the sixty-eighth day of the year 1945— only 291 more days until Christmas! BUY BONDS STAMPS Page Six THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 9, 1945 INQUIRING REPORTER With the new hall order rules go- ing into effect, much discussion has been brought up as to the justice of the rules. Some students have voiced their opinions after giving the ques- tion, “What do you think of the new hall order rules?” much considera- tion. Amelia Drakos, a Senior girl, writes: “I hope that the Student Council will enforce the rules. We students will be proud of our school halls if we can better them by these rules. Remember our former fire drills which, after the strict rules were applied, became much better and how proud we became of our record ? With these rules, as strict as they are, we can make our halls something of which to be proud.” Danny Oprish, a Junior boy, re- marks: “It makes no difference to me what kind of rules are made by the Student Council- concerning hall or- der, because all students should know better than to break these hall rules. My opinion would be to send the vio- lators to Coach Kyle. He’ll fix them! I know!” Richard Wallace says: “I think the new hall orders will give the school something it has lacked for the past few years. My only hope is that the students will appreciate these new laws and abide by them.” Raymond Dian, a Sophomore, says: “It is okay, and it is not. It’s what the student's need in one way, and not in another. I’m for the passing rules and against the locker rules. I don’t believe that the students should carry all those books.” James Cougias, from a Freshman viewpoint, says: “I don’t like them because they are unfair, and then again I take that back and say if it will be for the good of the whole school, I’ll do the best I can to obey them.” Music and the Mystic Realm An interesting experiment was con- ducted by the 3 o’clock special chorus class recently. Mrs. Lee, music in- structor, spoke of mental telepathy, and aroused such an interest in the girls that she was asked if they might not try its power to convey music from one mind to another. After much persuasion, she finally consent- ed. Gloria Gonan. who was to inter- cept the thought waves and play the chosen song on the piano, was sent from the room while the girls agreed to the certain piece of music they were to concentrate on. Then the girls formed a circle, holding hands, recalled Gloria to the piano, and the powerful thinking began. Soon “In- dian Love Call” was heard on the piano, and with cries of delight, awe, and some dubiousness, everyone pro- claimed it to be the chosen melody. A disbelieving few, however, asked for a second trial, and thoughts clicked again to the tune of “Dark Eyes.” Members of the class included Eleanor Alvarado, Esther Dibiasi, Bessie Georgeadis, Rose Agudo, An- geline Blatsioris, Catherine Boyajian, Stella Klimis, Angeline Polous, Helen Radivan, Helen Shimko, Re- becca Rodriquez, Dorothy Stanik, Mary Jane Kozma, Delores Olaf. Catherine Taseff, Betty Spinally, Diane Mihelic, Eleanor Krasoczka. Betty Novotny, Anne Kalinich, Julia Steczyk, Olge Baranczyk, Gloria Gonan, Rose Lulich, Loretta Piatak, and Angeline Ramirez. HONOR SOCIETY RETAINS BULLETIN BOARD PROJECT Members of the Froebel Honor Society again have taken steps to place on the bulletin board near the auditorium door items of interest which pertain to current events. At a monthly meeting of the Society if was decided that two members of the organization would be responsible for procuring and arranging the material on the board. Irene Bollog is chair- man of this project and is responsible for notifying the members when their turn has come to decorate the board. Members of the organization, who are chosen because of their achieve- ments in the fields of scholarship, leadership, service, and character, are President, John Baranko; Vice Pres- ident, Irene Bollog; Secretary, Vicky COURTESY IN THE CLASSROOM Courtesy isn’t something that should be remembered only on special occasions. In fact, we should make courtesy a part of our everyday lives. We could start the day right by greeting our first hour teacher with a cheery, “Good morning, Mr. Brown.” Or else, we could do one of the many kind acts that people appre- ciate so; like opening the classroom door for a teacher or helping her with her load of books. What about courtesy to our fellow students? Try to save your idle con- versation for after class. Who knows, maybe the fe’.low across from you came to school for an education. Quit jabbing the fellow in front of you! Why not try to get your assignment while the teacher is giving it? All little kind things, not very im- portant in themselves, lead up to the saying: “Life is not so short but there is always time for courtesy.” Remember WAY BACK WHEN . . . Students rolled bones in Biology? Students had popcorn balls, oranges and candy sales on the first floor? Machine shop boys used to start fires in their classes and put them out with oil in the fire bucket? The Auditorium Department put on several plays a year ? Girls wore dresses below their knees ? Mr. Vance used to lend us money to take the best girl friend to a game? We won more than five football games a season? (I don’t.) Study Hall hours and Gym hours used to mean a trip to the drug store? Teachers didn’t have gray hair? All the boys were home safe and sound ? The 1-2 step was in style, and then the Big Apple came into effect? Yep! Those were the days when old Froebel was as screwy as ever, but a nice place to go to and be from. “Everybody is crazy over me,” said an inmate of the first floor of the insane asylum.____________________ Kyros; Treasurer, Edwin Gajewski; as well as John Toma, Ed Yukl, William Lee, Verona Hughes, Mike Shendrick, Fern Timan, and Edward Komisarcik. March 9. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven G. A. A. NEWS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAMS ORGANIZED Interclass Play to Prove Popular Since the principals of the Gary Schools have ruled that there shall be no competitive basketball played among the girls of the Gary High Schools, Basketball Chairman, Ma- lena Vulich, has decided to have the class varsity teams play against each other. This year’s varsity groups are com- posed of the following girls: FRESHMEN : Sally Wojcik, Ann Malocha, Betty Bushwty, Rosemary, Capuson, Marge Sulich, Gladys Wil- liams, Angie Blatsioris, Olivette Smith and Captain Sarah Elmas. SOPHOMORES: Nanette Hod- ko, Joan Ward, Mae Lee Thomas, Katherine Burr, Mary Zeheralis, Lil- lian Pipas, Mary Kopcik, Josephine Houston, Regina Niszewski, Eddie Mae Fields, Lillian Smith and Cap- tain Cathy Taseff. JUNIORS: Eleanor Krasoczka, Babe Massa, Eenie Bollog, Gladys McKinnie, Moe Vulich, Angie Ro- ganovich, Anne Boyd, Alice Douglas, Rose Boyajian, Ann Sandula, Nell Craig, and Captain Olga Belkow. SENIORS: Lucille Badanish, Mamie Olive, Joyce Powell, Priscil- la Rollins, Connie Hart, Joan Cad- bury, Rose Lulich, Churmey Brown, Fanny Blatsioris, and Captain Cathy Vaseloff. Senior members who have partici- pated on the varsity teams for four years are: Lucille Badanish, Mamie Olive, Joyce Powell, Priscilla Rol- lins, and Connie Hart. It can be said that these girls really can play a neat game of basketball. BETA G. A. A. INITIATION TEA The Annual Initiation Tea was held recently in the Girls’ Gym. A welcome to all members was present- ed by Mamie Olive, president of the club. Joyce Crittenden, a talented pian- ist, played two selections, “After Hours” and “Making Believe.” After taking the G. A. A. pledge, the following girls became members: Churmey Brown, Gloria Carter, Lula Mae Harris, Mattie Hicks, Grace Hopkins, Corrine Lee, Lillian Alpha G. A. A. Plans Banquet Banquet time is near, so start sav- ing those pennies if you plan to at- tend . . . you’ll be sorry if you don’t. To enlighten the minds of the girls who have forgotten what the banquet is about and for those who have never attended, here are a few notes about it. First of all, the Alpha G. A. A. Banquet is held in the elaborate Crys- tal Ballroom of Hotel Gary, and thi: year the event will be on the evening of May 12. The program will consist of a welcome by the President, Fresh- man Hopes. Sophomore Ambitions. Junior Prophecy, and the Senior Will (these are given by a representa- tive from each class). ( limaxing the evening, the presentation of awards and the installation of the 1945-46 Council are announced. This year the G. A. A. has chosen as its theme, “Fruit.” The tables will be decorated with fruit and fruit designs. Each person attending will receive a favor symbolizing the theme. Usually, at the banquet, we arc honored with the singing of charming Mary Feczko. We will always re- member her singing “Dark Eyes,” which always is a hit. Hope she sings it again this year and in her style. She is but one of the many guests we have at our banquet. (Maybe “Westy” will be at the ban- quet this year.) On the day of the banquet, the committees that are chosen to deco- rate the tables meet at Hotel Gary and get to work. Sneaking into the large kitchen and watching the cooks prepare the food for the banquet, riding up and down the elevators, is out of the duty of the committees, but this is usually done when all the work is finished. If you really want to have fun, make sure you are on one of the committees 1 If you are in doubt about anything concerning the banquet, your ques- tions will be answered during the gym hours, when discussions are held to advise you about the banquet. Need we say more! Smith, Olivette Smith and Gladys Williams. Refreshments were served follow- ing the initiation, and the girls danced afterward. Miss Cornelia Beall is sponsor of the club. G. A. L COMPLETES BASKETBALL SEASON The G. A. A. basketball season has ended, and many girls have re- ceived their 100 points for participa- tion in a major sport. Freshmen: Eloise Keleman, Sarah Elmas, Angcline Blatsioris, Marge Sulich, Olivette Smith, Arlene Rei- thel, Audrey Jamison, Sally Wojcik, Ann Malocha, Dorothy Kish, Gladys Williams, Rosemary Capusan, Betty Bushwty and Olga Skrivan. Sophomores: Catherine Taseff, Madge Feryo, Matilda Balluch, Rose Kotlaroff, Mae Lee Thomas, Cath- erine Boyajian, Helen Ply, Lillian Smith. Katherine Burr, Lillian Pipas, Joan Ward, Ninette Hodko, Jean- ette Marchese, Mary Zeheralis, Bess Kougoufas, Mary Kopcik, Josephine Houston, Mary Lou Boyajian, Marv Jane Hric, Regina Niszewski, Eddie Mae F ields. Rose Agudo, Mena Pap- pas, Dorothy Gordeau and Ruth Gordon. Juniors: Babe Massa, Ann Feryo, Mary Alvarado, Lydia Honchar, Ro-emarv Bonis, Eenie Bollog, Alice Matson, Ann Boyd, Nell Craig, Syl- via Enoshel, Rose Boyajian, Ruth Augustus, Ann Kalinich, Eulla Whit- aker, Sicorra Morales, Julia Chis- mudy, Naomi Augustus, Lula Har- ris, Artie Kyros, Olga Belkow, Eleanor Kracotzka, Mildred Ribar. Willette Comer, Ann Sandala, Ev- elyn Lawler, Mary Gusan. Iatrraine Watts, Stella Demos, Gladys Mc- Kinnie, Angie Roganovich, Moe Vu- lich, Sylvia Cogelja, Ann Koveck, Dorothy Julius, Martha Reyes, Hat- tie Nalborcyk, Willette Jones, Betty Naidenoff and Alice Douglas. Seniors: Marge Zoumis, Priscilla Rollins, Mamie Olive, Catherine Vaseloff, Churmey Brown, Lucille Badanish, Joan Gadbury, Rose Lu- lich, Joyce Powell, Corine Lee, Fan- ny Blatsioris and Connie Hart. These girls have received an addi- tional 100 points for scoring, timing and refereeing: Babe Massa, Connie Hart, Moe Vulich, Eenie Bollog, Mattie Booker, Priscilla Rollins, Mamie Olive, Joyce Powell, Kay Vaseloff, Florence Sadler, Angie Ro- ganovich, Mary Kappas and Irene Kozielski. Middle age is some 10 years older than you arc. She: “Oh, Hector, I love you so!” Hector: “So what?” Page Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 9. 1945 MEXICAN FIESTA (Continued from Page 1) Sosa, Rosetta Williams, Emmaline Burr, Mable Cooper, Roby Davis, Arlinda Gomez. T helma Parker, De- lores Williams, Loretta Young, Theaster Hunter, Ruben Arroya, Charles Beneie, Namon Flournoy, John Gaines, Kenneth Harris, John Hunter, Richard McGee, David Thomar, Ronald Tonetski, Clarence Wallace, John Buihush, Manuel Cerda, Charles Evans, Otis Gordon. William Hereford, Bennie Mack, Curtis Nevils, Redium Trimble, Je se Simms, Charles Andrews, Allen Barrett, James Domoras, Whit Gar- ner, George Green, Robert Graham, Biiyl Howard, Aubrey McCaskell, John McCloud, Theodore Milen- kofi, Serafin Nova, Arthur Ortega, Joseph Pedroza, Augustine Sabo, John Sarkotich, Charles Scaggs, Richard Shabock, Sylvester Smith, Tom Souronis, Woodrow Welch, Chauncey Writaker. James Yates, Mae D. Bibbs, Stella Chipokas, Joyce Clark, Angeline Cruz, Violet Elston, Marilyn Evanoff, Marie Garcia, Mary Lou Garcia, Stamatis Grapsas, Rose Green, Georgia B. Jove, Georgia M. McKinzie, I hel- ma Martin, Clarissa Moppins, Pa- tricia Romak, Clara Russell, Shirley Sulich, Christell Williams, and Mar- garet Williams. Tlie following are the reprerenta- tives of each class who were invited: Robert Camarcna, Guillermo Guiter- rez, Juanita Aguilar, Jeannette San- ders. Senovia Coria, Robert Sosa, Sally Juarez, Rudy Zacharias. Louis Salas, Paula Contrarez, Dianna Denesuk, Joanne Evanoff, Ann Mar- via Bibbs, Rene Garcia, and Barbara Vavra. Prizes for pinning the tail on the donkey were won by Guillermo Gui- terrez, Class 13, and Joanne Evan- off, Class 2. An added delight of assorted lollipops was presented to the children by Mrs. Sue Romak, Pa- tricia Romak’s mother. This particular type of program was not only educational but desira- ble. and very much in keeping with the good neighbor policy. More of these types of programs materially help children to have a better under- standing of the problems, which we encounter from day to day. BUY BONDS STAMPS SEWING GLASSES DISCUSS GROOMING AND PROPER PRESS GLAMOUR A FAVORITE TOPIC The High School sewing classes are discussing many topics about good g'coming and proper dress that will benefit them not only at the present but also in the future. The girls are getting a lot of glamour hints from many different books and magazines and they are putting them to use. ( Haven’t you noticed the difference lately?) Each class is divided into six groups for purposes of discussing a different subject: The girls prepare the topics and then present them to the class orally. Following are the subjects that are being used: (I) The girl herself, or good grooming is the secret of charm. (2) Becoming dress for the high school girl, or se- lecting your clothes is a joy. (3) Planning clothing expenditures, or well balanced budgets benefit the consumer. (4) Shopping for cloth- ing, or buying is a game for the well informed consumer. (5) A study of patterns, or remaking, care, and re- pair of garments. (6) Planning and making of garments, or how to dress well. T he girls really have enjoyed dis- cussing these topics and are looking forward to the time when they will take time out from their regular work to practice a little glamour where it will do the most good. The instruc- tor for this unit of work is Miss Williams. SIX FROEBEL BOYS TAKE SCHOLARSHIP TESTS Recently, six stalwart and coura- geous boys of Froebel High took hrain teasing examinations for schol- arship awards to two different uni- versities in Indiana. The tests cli- maxed one of the busiest years the boys ever participated in and they are holding high hopes of obtaining financial aid in their future college careers. The tests included math, grammar, English composition and spelling. John Baranko, Mike Shendrick, John Jones, Garrett Cope, Ed Yukl and Ray Avilla were the boys who racked their brains with the perplexing prob- lems of the examinations. Ciiamard Chatter Fbe Citamard Club is simply buz- zing u ith activity these days. Not only have the drama students begun work on their three-act production, but they also are contemplating doing sent; one-act plays for the regular auditorium audience. The name of their major work, the three-act play, ha not been disclosed as yet. It is to be presented toward the end of the second semester. Mrs. Cohen, club sponsor, has great hopes for its suc- cess. Recently the Curtain Time Club invited the Citamard members on a hike to take place at Ogden Dunes. Although everyone thinks the weath- er may still be a little cold on the date, March 11, they are certain the trip will prove enjoyable. A visit to Chicago to sec the great- ly talked of “Glass Menagerie,” was very entertaining to the eyes and ears of both Curtain Time and Citamard Club members. Their next trip to Chicago, if plans follow through, will be to see “Othello.” SENIORS MAKE PLANS FOR THEIR EDITION 'Fhe officers of the Senior Class have realized the importance of plan- ning ahead of time and have begun organizing work and assignments for the Senior Edition of the Steel Dust Journal. Two committees have been appointed to write the Senior Will and Senior Prophecy. Ann Pavicich is the chairman of the Senior Will committee, which also includes Dora Mackin, Rose Polizzotto, Lucille Badanish, and Joan Gadbury. Members of the Senior Prophecy committee which has Mary Libassi as its chairman, arc Irene Bollog, Anne Ply, Gloria Gonan and Lorraine Bobrick. Seniors are being asked to take an active interest in this special copy. Any suggestions made will be gladly accepted and used to a profitable advantage. March 9. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Nine F. B. C. MEETINGS Every Tuesday, as usual, the mem- bers of the Froebel Booster Club gather for their weekly meeting in the small auditorium. The meetings are called to order by the president, Olga Kimoff, and minutes are read and approved. Miss Liggett recently recommend- ed a book on manners to the girls, and also read a few pages from it. A part of each meeting is devoted to eti- quette problems. At the last meeting famous women talks were given by Rose Polizzotto, who spoke on Emily Post, and Mary Marencik, whose subject was Susan B. Anthony. The meetings are usually ad- journed at 5 o’clock, with the girls joining hands and saying, “Let us be loyal friends, now and forever.” PARTY HELD HONORING BIRTHDAYS IN FEBRUARY The Froebel Booster Club held its monthly birthday party recently. The committee consisted of Rose Lulich and Vicky Kyros, who were in charge of refreshments; Lydia Honchar and Alice Matson, the pro- gram, and Gertrude Danch, Betty Kirla and Marie Kisylia, programs and decorations. Girls whose birthdays fall during February, and were honored at the party, were Mary Gusan, Olga Kim- off, Rose Marjanian and Alice Matson. CHEMISTRY CLUB “You got to accentuate the posi- tive, eliminate the negative,” is a well known song, but for the Chemis- try Class it means hard studying. It all comes about when you’re study- ing “The Electron Theory” of posi- tives and negatives. Ever hear of that ? Don’t let that scare you away from taking Chemistry, for besides hard studying, it also is a lot of fun. A CAPPELLA Every afternoon at I o’clock the Froebel A Cappella meets in the mu- sic room to practice on songs which they love to sing. A few of them are: Lover, Come Back to Me, Indian Love Call, and Stout-Hearted Men. Mrs. Lee, their sponsor, dismisses tern at io after I, after a very en- joyable ten minutes. Y-FROES HOLD SOCIAL EVENT The Y-Froes recently held a Val- entine party at th Y. W. C. A. build ing. The girls served a potluck sup- per. 1'he room was colorfully deco- rated with red hearts and white streamers and the table was decorated with red doll favors. A few words of greetings were given by the president, Angeline Ra- mirez: Mrs. H. Hague, the sponsor, and Miss Arlene Anderson, sec re tar of the Y. W. C. A. Following the meal, several songs were sung by Angeline Ramirez, ac- companied by Miss Anderson. The group presented its sponsor with a corsage of roses. Guests and members at the party were: Penny Aiexiou, Irene Bollog, Amelia Drakos, Sophie Diamond, Amelia Flores, Andriana Jollas. Julia Pavlik, Anne Ply, Bessie Stouratis, Fanny Blatsioris and Marge Zoumis. SPANISH CLUB Yo liable Espanol? Do you? IVell you can learn very easily by taking Spanish with Miss Brooncr. Spanish Club meetings are held every other Friday, where discussions are carried on about South American countries. Cuba is the latest country to be dis- cussed. Every student enjoys the won- derful Spanish games—and songs— which are played and sung at every meeting. FROEBEL DEBATERS PLACE THIRD IN THE STATE The final rounds of the State Elimination Debate Contest held at Horace Mann recently, placed Froe- bel’s debate teams in the third-place slot. After each team had debated IO rounds, they were totaled, in or- der to give them a percentage. Froebel lost five rounds and won five, thus giving them a 50 per cent rating. The other ratings were as follow's: Crowm Point, Horace Mann, Froebel, Lew Wallace, Val- paraiso, and Tolleston. Considering the fact that Froebel’s debate team is newly organized, and had never debated before this year, we can be proud of their accomplish- ments. Froebel’s teams have chalked up victories against such high rank- ing teams as Crown Point, Whiting, and Hammond Clark. The negative has been debated by John Baranko. Mary Libassi and Nick Damaskos. I he affirmative has been upheld by- Verona Hubhes and Rufus Lackey. PROFESSIONAL DANCE GROUP THRILLS GRADE STUDENTS File Eloisc Moore Dance Gioup thrilled the Grade School students in a recent Auditorium Assembly with a program of novelty dance creations. They danced the Snow Maidens, The Donkey, The 'Fable and the Stick, and the Belling of the Cat. '1 hese specialty dancers were accom- panied by music originally composed by their pianist, Yvonne Angaralo. The performances were delightful- ly danced by Carolyn Brnnzen, Olgo Di Nunzio and Eloise Moore. 'File group came from Chicago and is very well known for both their juvenile and adult dance creations. The Modern Dance Group also attended the performance, and were enlightened by the dances ro much that they went backstage to talk per- sonally with the dancers. This was the second Grade School Assembly given in the auditorium since September, the first being a bird show'. We w'ish we had more of them. NICE WORK Not long ago the second oratorical contest wras held at Roosevelt High School to determine who would rep- resent the City of Gary in the Ameri- can Legion contest, w'hich culminates in a state w'inner. At this Roosevelt meeting, the same procedure that w'as used at Froebel in the last oratorical meeting was maintained. Second place honors were bestowed upon Mary Libassi of Froebel, w'hile Robert Richardson of Horace Mann was chosen as the winner to repre- sent Gary in the county contest. Other students receiving medals were Delores Domonkos, iLcw Wal- lace ; Katherine Pulliam, Roosevelt: Leroy Fisher, Tolleston, and Renee Friedman of Emerson. BUY BONDS Pag® Ten THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 9. 1945 Pvt. James Blatsioris, a former Froebel student, recently was home on furlough after finishing six weeks of basic training at Fort Sill, Okla- homa. All he could say was that this was a tough and rigid course, espe- cially the maneuvers. To show that he has completed his training, he has a string of marksman medals on his left breast. Jim is in a field artillery unit and is stationed at Fort Meade, Maryland. it it it Albert Jocus, S i c, who is sta- tioned in the Pacific somewhere, re- cently has had a weekend leave that he spent with his brother and family. He says that since he is with a de- tachment group, they get pushed from one place to another. At this camp, he met Ed Barney, a former Froebel student, and they had quite a talk about the good old days. Ed stayed overnight at Alpert’s camp, and on the following night, Albert visited Ed’s camp. They borrowed a jeep and Ed showed Albert the camp more thoroughly, which was very nice. Albert also heard from Tony Zaragosa, who was wounded in Ger- many and now is back in an English hospital recuperating. it it it Lance Corp. Taseff, who has been stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, has finished his basic training with the Tank Corps and is waiting fur- ther orders for overseas duty. ☆ ☆ ☆ Pvts. George Frankovich and Rudy Alabach are stationed (for a while) at Fort Knox, Kentucky, with the Tank Corps. They have just begun their basic training, which lasts for 17 weeks. This may bring them home around graduation time. it it it Joseph Badanish, a former varsity basketball player on the team of ’41, is now with the Navy, and is sta- tioned on the Admiralty Islands in the South Pacific. Before enlisting in December, 1942, he attended the In- dianapolis College of Pharmacy. He is a Ph. M. 2 c, and also a dental technician. After the war he intends going to college to study dentistry. Pfc. Nick Pampalone was sta- tioned in England in the harbor craft, amphibian division. He has been transferred to somewhere in France. it it it Pvt. George N. Berbas has just about completed his second semester college training provided by the United States government. At the completion of his second semester he will be given a two-week furlough. George then will be sent to a speci- fied camp for basic training. ☆ it Pvt. Dominic Argostina is receiv- ing his basic infantry training at Camp Robinson, Arkansas, where several other Froebel boys are. He is looking forward to sharpshooter medal and a nice long furlough. it it it Cpl. Biirnest Glenn, an engineer in the Army Air Corps, is stationed in Burma. He entered the Air Corps in January of ’43, and received his training in Arizona, California and Utah. ☆ it Pfc. Mike Spak. graduate of Froe- bel, was presented the Purple Heart award recently at the United States Naval Hospital, Great Lakes. The Marine was struck by shrapnel in the forearm shortly after landing on a beach. Mike participated in fight- ing at Guadalcanal, New Caledonia, and Eniwetok. it it it Pvt. Bill Tosheff, stationed at Kessler Field, Mississippi, is studying to become a gunner on a B-29. Bill has quite a lot of time away from camp, and he has seen a few bright spots of Mississippi. it 'it it Tech. Cpl. Nick Alexiou, who re- ceived his Coast Artillery training at Fort Bliss, Texas, is in New Guinea. He has visited Australia, and has been across for sixteen months. Nick has been in three major battles, but is unable to say which ones. He has sent Japanese money and relics home. it it it Pfc. Janies Klimas entered the service January 20, 1943. serving in the Army Air Corps at gunnery bases. He was in the Ordnance, doing many things, one of which was loading planes with bombs and ammunition. He has moved to many camps, start- ing from Indianapolis, and now is stationed at Camp Hogue, Texas. He was a mechanic and operated a ga- rage while in the Air Corps. Not long ago, he was transferred to the infantry, where he now is serving. it it it Cpl. George Cardenas, a mechanic in the Army Air Corps, is stationed in the Philippines. He has been across for a year and a half. George re- ceived his mechanics training at Ama- rillo, Texas. it Change of Address T. A. Solivas, S x c, C. B. M. U. No. 602, N. A. B. Navy No. 939, c o P. M., San F’rancisco, Calif. it it it Albert J. Dian, F i c 956-17-89, L. S. M. Detail No. 469, Receiving Station, Houston, Texas. A. O. A. PAPER DRIVE MARCH 16,1945 ALL PROCEEDS TO THE RED CROSS Steel Dust journal ☆ ☆ A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIVE ☆ ☆ VOLUME ii. No. 12 FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL -:- GARY, INDIANA ‘ march 29, 1943 STUDENTS DO ... EASTER THEIR BIT TO HELP nrrT lkl' SPEED VICTORY GREETINGS High school students all over Gary are doing their bit to help speed that da}’ when “Johnny Comes Marching Home Again.” Here at Froebel there are many boys and girls who have rolled up their sleeves and pitched into the fight by taking part time jobs. They are thus relieving older men and women for essential war work and the armed forces. The Journalism Class conducted a survey recently to find out what type f jobs were held by Froebel students and what they did in their spare time. Most of the girls work in dime stores helping the war in their small bvt important way, while the boys have taken over the jobs of men. Steel is like blood in the veins of Frcebel’s boys, for they spend 16 to 24 hours each weekend working at the Carnegie-Illinois Steel Corpora- tion and its various mills. Many boys v ork on the New York Central, E., J. E., and Michigan Central Rail- roads. The jobs they now hold were unheard of for boys of their age sev- eral years back, but now with Uncle Sam calling them, boys 16 and 17 years of age proudly wear the badge of a part-time defense worker. Some of the boys who are thus employed are: Mike Calusis, Jesse Gearring, Richard Geresy, Christopher Daniels, William Haraminac, Julius Wil- liams, Emmett Watson, Peter Kovc- lenko, Henry Droza, John Marjan- ian. Bill Chalos, Leonard Levenda, Louis Chuckney, Dan Oprish, Louis Lajcin, Willie Williams, George Kravicz, Joe Stupor, Mike Chelo- vich, Herbert Cox, James Johnson, Melvin Stroud, Joe Casko, Christ Anastoff, Benjamin Headd, Sam Fostero, Steve Leka, John Hajvert. Albert Horvat, Bill Klusovsky, Joe Kozma. Bob Nichovich, Andy Cos- takis, John Jones, John Baranko, This chickie is singing A wish just for you, For good times At Easter And every day too. -- Steel Dust Staff Easter Vacation Students and teachers may close their text and class books Thursday, March 29, at 4 o’clock, and not open them again until the following Tues- day, April 3. Yes, the Easter vacation will give two extra days to the weekend—one of delight for all of us. Most of the faculty will stay in town, as the lim- ited time of the vacation necessitates. A majority of the students also will be at home thsi year for Easter. The Staff extends a happy Easter to all. Andy Sandala, Larry Cannon, Con- nie Paligraph, Eddie Brown, Ralph Hernandez, Frank Tennorio, Ralph (Continued on Page 7) MRS. 0. E. FISHER VISITS THE SENIOR ENGLISH GLASS The Senor English Class recently was honored by a visit from Mrs. O. E. Fisher, sister of the late Mr. Wirt and wife of Mr. O. E. Fisher, Froe- bel science teacher. Mrs. Fisher is a well-known poet- ess of Gary, whose writings have ap- peared in the Gary Post-Tribune. Chicago Tribune, an Indianapolis paper. and several magazines. She is president of the Lake County Poets’ 'ssociation and a member of the Na- tional Penman’s Society. Mrs. Fisher, in answer to ques- tions. told the students that poets get their material from many different objects and subjects. She also stated that when a poet means to reach the heart with his poem, he must not only know something of the subject, but be sincere. She pointed out many faults be- ginning poets make when writing, as careless rhyming, use of obscure words, and forcing emotions into writings. (Continued on Page 7) LEONARD LEVENDA REPRESENTS FROEBEL IN ORATORICAL CONTEST The Rotary Club recently held its annual oratorical contest in the Hotel Gary Luncheon Room. Leonard Le- veoda represented Froebel and spoke on the chosen subject, “Peace and the Air Age.” The contest was divided into two sections in which the winners of both will represent the Gary Rotarians at the district meet. 1 he two first place winners were Robert Danileski of Lew Wallace and Morris Bean of Roosevelt, who defeated Leonard Levenda in the final contest. Mr. Jancose of the auditorium de- partment was Leonard’s coach and advisor. Page Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 29, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price M AO a Year R. A. Nuzum. . F S. Albright ...........Principal .Assistant Principal Editor. . Sports... Copy STAFF ......Gertrude Danch ......Nick Stovoff John Baranko Carl Taseff ......Eleanor Berzish Ann Thomas Circulation......... Business Manager.. Service News......... ..Ann Marenclk .. Angeltne Ramirez ..Angllne Elmns Jeannette Marckese Class Sponsor Printing Sponsor Printers........... Typing Kathryn Welsh Harvey Knesek Phil Pietrzak John Baranko Alex Shendrick .Seventh Period Shortha nd Class Special Editors The Steel Dust Journal has been edited by special Seventh Period Class editors for the last few issues. The March 9 and March 29 issues were edited by Olga Kimoff. The follow- ing issues will be edited by these stu- dents: April 13—Mary Jane Hric and Jeanette Marchese—Sophomore issue. April 27—Nick Stevoff — Junior i.-sue. May 11—Mary Ellen Neal. May 25—Ann Thomas. June 15—Ann Feryo and Olga Belkow. Senior Edition (IF) — Loretta Piatak and Gertrude Danch. YOU’LL HAVE YOURS! After the Freshman issue of Steel Dust Journal, class issues became quite a popular subject for discus- sion. Therefore, the Sophomores and Juniors will have special issues (of course it is understood that there will be the usual “Senior Edition”). Through the splendid co-operation of English classes, this project is ven successfully carried out. There are only two Sophomores in the Journal- ism Classes, therefore most of the work for their issue is not done in Journalism, but through the English classes. The two Sophomores, Jean- ette Markcsc and Mary Jane Hric, will act as editors for the Sophomore Issue, April 13. With the Juniors, however, a dif- ferent situation is at hand. There are 15 Juniors in the Journalism Class. As this fact indicates, the majority of the work on this issue will be done by these people, directed by Nick Stev- off, editor of the Junior Edition. Mr. Nuzum recently received a notice relative to the correspondence schools in Indiana or outside of In- diana. The notice reads as follows: Perhaps you will recall that on March 2, 1944, a bulletin concerning cor- respondence schools in Indiana and outside Indiana, which were canvass- ing our high school students to per- suade them to quit high school and take their work by correspondence, and assuring them they could earn high school credits and diplomas through this means. Again I warn you that the same attempt is being made notv through the mails and through personal interviews. With the exception of Indiana University, which was granted authority by the State Board of Education, June 27, 1922, to give correspondence courses in high school work, for which high school credits would be earned, there is no correspondence school in In- diana or outside Indiana which can legally give credits leading toward high school diplomas. I am sure you know that only commissioned high schools can grant high school credits in Indiana. Will you please publicize this fact so that our youngsters may not be misled ? CLEMENT T. MALAN, State Superintendent of Public Instruction. “PETITE PLAYERS ELECT THEIR NEW OFFICERS The grade school dramatic class. ' Petite Players,” recently have elect- ed new officers. Succeeding Penelope Drakos-as president is Sally DeOrta; and suc- ceeding Katherine Lulich as vice- president is Jean Calfas. The other outgoing officers are: Secretary, Clara Zarakas and, treasurer. Robert Valesco, and social chairman, Irene Duravanzas. Other members of the “Petite Players” are Max Capasteny, Christ Cardenas, Theresa Cashr, Irene Cer- vantes, Tomon Delano, Carlyn Di- Fatta, Steve Gianopoulis, Carl Ka- fantaras, Veronica Kirla, Helen Ko- talaroff, Mary Nuzza, Anita Ribera. Arthur Shankker, Ronald Solivas, and Madaline Spirovich. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU' May good health, good luck, High hopes, congenial friends, All join together thru the year To bring you—HAPPINESS! A'ante—Class— Date Fern l iman, Senior ........Mar. 21 Paul Diamond, Junior ......Mar. 22 Delores Leka, Frosh...............Mar. 22 Pauline Zeheralis, Junior ....Mar. 22 T heodore Berbas, Senior ..Mar. 23 Mildred Cugal, Soph .......Mar. 23 Priscilla Rollins, Senior .Mar. 23 Jerry Capuson, Soph .......Mar. 24 Betty Cidulka, Senior .....Mar. 24 Bessie Chipchase, Junior.......Mar. 26 Rose Lulich, Senior ........Mar. 26 Archie Ross, Junior ........Mar. 26 George Manos, Junior ......Mar. 27 Mary Uzelac, Junior .......Mar. 27 Garrett Cope, Senior ......Mar. 28 Mary Hostinsky, Junior ....Mar. 28 Charles Williams, Junior ....Mar. 29 . John Puinti, Soph ..........Mar. 30 Frank Bertucci, Senior ....Mar. 31 Mattie Booker, Senior .....Mar. 31 joe Kozma, Senior ..........Mar. 31 On the Beam! 1 orget-Me-Nots— The Glass Menagerie in Chicago. Our new hall order. Mrs. Jones’ chuckle. Melvin Stroud’s beanie. One for the Books— Mrs. Uncapher’s joke on the lady from LaPorte. Reamers Dreamers— Andy Kopil—Dorothy Sikora. Albert Horvat—Rosemary Fesko. Roger Muzeralli—Dorothy Kisela. George Frankovich—Loretta Piatak. What’s What Next Week— Junior-Senior Club Victrola Dance March 26. Beta G. A. A. “Teen-Age Can- teen,” March 28. Easter Holiday—March 30 to April 2. Daffy-nition of the Week— Cannibal—A person who likes his fellow man, especially with Wor- cestershire sauce. Would You Like to Know— What’s cookin’ in Citamard? Where to get nylons and gas? March 29, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three JANITORS ON STRIKE Some 20,000 students, 650 teach- ers and 80 clerks of the Gary Public Schools recently enjoyed a five-day school holiday as the result of a city- wide janitorial strike. The immediate cause of the strike, which was the third at Froebel, took place Wednesday, March 7, when the Board of Education refused to sign a contract demanded by the jan- itors. The janitors failed to report for work the next morning. Froebel students were excused at 11:20 when the classrooms became too cold to carry on work. Many Froebel stu- dents went to the Y. M. C. A., Y. W. C. A., C. Y. O. and Settlement Houses in hope of finding some way to spend their spare time. These agencies announced they would stay open all day for the duration of the strike. The strike, which was esti- mated to cost the Gary taxpayers $10,000 a day, continued until Thursday, March 15, when botli sides agreed to arbitrate. The Froe- bel A. O. A. paper drive, which was to be launched on Friday, had to be postponed until school reopened. Modern Living The girls that arc taking Modern Living are learning about how the family next door lives, and how the war is affecting their living. One of the most important things learned in the course of Modern I iving is how to budget your time and money. The following girls arc taking the course: Ann Koveck, Ida Mae Luc- co, Penny Alexiou, Albina Spelich, Mary Kopil, Rose Boyajian, Mary Demeter, Katherine Burr, Bessie Chipchase, Juanita Metcalf, Mattie Jones, Eddie Mae Fields. Annie Mae Boyd, Alice Douglas, Gladys Mc- Kcnnic, Betty Paska, Stella Kusmer- cyk. Violet Marcus, Florence Kwo- lek, Mary Marencik, Loretta Kwi- lacz Joan Wigizyn, Mary' Uzclac, Mildred Yelkovac and Rose Bur- gato. The course in Modern Living, of- fered by the Home Economics De- partment, will help you to manage and plan your life for pleasant, up-to- date living. The teacher is Mrs. Dorothy Fagan. BUY BONDS INQUIRING REPORTER While some play ed, others worked —and while others read, still others loafed. I’m speaking of the recent vacation due to the janitors’ strike, in v Inch many of the students found time to make and spend money, but whatever they did, it made interest- ing stories, and I would like to relate a few ot them to you. They are ones I heard that “joyful” Thursday not so long ago: Sarah lit mas, a Freshman, is sorry to sav that her time was spent in bed listening to soap stories over the radio and looking out of the window while the other kids were enjoying that beautiful vacation. Alex Marko, Sophomore: “While my best friends were fishing and hav- ing fun. I was slinging bricks in the Mason Department of the Big Mill. Some vacation, eh!” Paul Diamond, Junior: “I loafed and loafed and worked and worked. I found time to work and to loaf. It was a well needed vacation for me.” Anne Ply, Senior girl, was heard saying: “My vacation was kept pret- ry busy with the Easter cleaning. I think Mom enjoyed the vacation more than I did. It was fun, though, and I also had a chance to do some Easter shopping.” Jean Holmes relates: “I took in almost every show in town and slept late as I pleased, which made it a very pleasant vacation for me.” Busy Seniors To prove that the Seniors are right on the job, a recent meeting was called to make plans for the writing of the Senior Class Will and Senior Class Prophecy. They met in Room 232 with Gertrude Danch and Lo- retta Piatak presiding. Members of the Senior Will com- mittee are: Dora Mackin, Verona Hughes, Rose Polizzotto, Lucille Badanish, Joan Gadburv, Anne Pa- vicich and Edward Yukl. Irene Bollog, Anne Ply, Mary Li- bassi, Lorraine Bobrick, Garrett Cope, Steve Badylak and Gloria Gonan comprise the Prophecy com- mittee. They will welcome suggestions for material to be used in the Senior issue. LAKE COUNTY DEBATE LEAGUE MEET AT FROEBEL The Lake County Debate League met recently at Froebel High School to debate the national high school de- bate question: “Should 18-Year-Olds Be Allowed to Vote?” Verona Hughes and Rufus Lackey spoke for the negative, and Mary Li- bassi, Nick Damaskos and John Ba- ranko defended the affirmative side of the issue. Schools participating in the debate were: Washington, Lew Wallace, Whiting, Valparaiso, Roosevelt, Hor- ace Mann, Crown Point, Hammond Clark, Hammond, Tolleston and Froebel. Debate coaches from the various schools acted as judges. As this issue goes to press the re- ults of the debate have not been dis- closed, therefore the results will ap- pear in the next issue. TWENTY-FIRST ANNUAL POW-WOW TO BE HELD April 20, at 7:30 p. m., the Jun- iors and Seniors will be gathered at the Y. W. C. A. for the twenty-first annual Pow-Wow. This is a place of “fun for all” where games are played and other forms of entertainment provided for those attending. Refreshments of cake, ice cream, cookies, and candy will be served. Dancing is an added attraction of the evening. This year, the committee repre- senting the Juniors will take care of the refreshments. The entertainment will be provided by the Seniors. The Junior committee is made up of Angie Elmas, Angie Roganovich, Sam Bain and Joe Krasnansky, re- -ponsible to Stella Demos, chairman. Seniors, with Ann Pavichich as social chairman, have for their committee, John Baranko, Bette Andrey, Vicky Kyros and Ethel Keleman. First man, going up to the second man, who is smoking a cigarette. First man: Did a friend give you that ? Second Man: I don’t know. Wait until I smoke it. P-rge Four THE STEEL DUS' URNAL March 29. 1945 FRCEBEL ALL-TIME TRACK RECORDS Ever since Kroebel originated as a functioning high school, track records were established and re-established in this school. After thumbing througii gobs of records, a conclusive and con- cise report of the best records com- piled by Froebcl trackmen during the history of this school was finally put together. They are: roo-yard dash, 9.8 seconds, M. Gon- zalez, 1942. 220-yard dash, 21.5 seconds, M. Gon- zalez, 1942. 440-yard dash, 49.3 seconds, H. Carr, 1936. 880-yard run, 1:59-4 J- Schaeffer, 1942- Mile run, 4:39, W. Johnson, 1928. 120-yard high hurdles, 15.1 seconds, A. Abrams, 1932. 220-yard low hurdles, 24.5 seconds, A. Abrams. 1931. 200-yard low hurdles, 22.9 seconds, H. Brown, 1940. High jump, 6 feet 4 inches, J. Gray- son, 1933. Broad jump, 23 feet iVt inches, B. Scott, 1931. Bole vaule, 13 feet 2 inches, J. Won- sowitz 1930. Shotput, 50 feet 7 inches, N. Tur- anek, 1935. Half-mile relay, 1:31.8, P. J. Robin- son, W. Lee, B. Burrell, and H. Brown 1940 Mile relay, 3.26.6, B. Mallard J. Pustik, A. Abrams, and M. Mul- lins, 1931 Pfc.: Would you be so kind as to donate three bucks to bury a bugler? Pvt.: Here’s fifteen bucks, bury five of them. May I see the general? No; he’s ill. S’matter? Oh, things in general. Profile of a Coach A school may have the spirit, the uniforms, the team and the will to win . . . but victory cannot be achiev- ed unless the team is thoroughly taught and groomed in its field of sports. That is why coaches are pro- vided. That is why Froebel has three good coaches who really kntfw their spoits. File coach that really has his hands full at the present time and season is Coach Bergstrom. His duties in coaching Froebel track teams for the past 13 years have resulted in Froe- bel’s dominating most of the track seasons in this district. Froebel holds seven state track team titles. The 1932 and 1940 state championship track teams were coached by Mr. Bergstrom and in his estimation “the 1940 team was the best in the coun- try at that time.” It was the most balanced team that has come under his jurisdiction, he says. Before coming to Froebel, Coach Bergstrom taught at Horace Mann. He received his training at Illinois and Iowa Universities and excelled in track and swimming, the two sports he teaches at Froebel. Besides his duties as a coach here at Froebel, Coach Bergstrom also is the secretary-treasurer of the North- en Indiana Athletic Association. While a member of this organization you are able to referee basketball and football games, and that is exactly what Coach Bergstrom has been do- ing for some years now. Coach Bergstrom has experienced many prosperous track seasons with Froebel athletes, and is starting to build another team which will dem- onstrate to the 'track fans of this region that Froebel really has some good athletes! Soldier (on convoy) : Sir, I’m be- ginning to feel sick. What shall I do? Officer: Don’t worry, you’ll do it. BLUE DEVILS LOSE IN GRA E TOURNEY 'Fhe eighth grade Froebel Blue Devils recently were handed a 16-12 defeat bv Tolleston in the first an- nual grade school basketball tourna- ment. At the end of the first quarter Tolleston led by a score of 5 to 2, but steady sniping by the Blue Devils dur- ing the next quarter made the score 9 to 7, a two-point margin for Tol- leston. During the next half Tolles- ton gained a four-point lead over Froebel, which they held until the fame ended, 12-16. Armenta and Navarro, high point men, led the scoring with 3 points each. The following boys played in the game: Lulich, Mandich, Cosma, Ar- menta, Navarro, Peller. Gonzalez, and Toma. In future years these boys «ill probably make up the varsity teams. Here’s hoping for a state championship varsity in the Class of “49”!!! IN AND OUT GAME Fhe annual In and Out game was played on March 1 in the Memorial Auditorium at 3:30. This game is an informal game in which the boys take the kind of shots that Coach couldn't let them take during the regular season. Before the game both sides agreed to play six quarters. t the end of the regular four quar- ters the Ins were winning, 41-40. At the end of the sixth quarter, the Outs won by the score of 73-69. Since there were only four seniors, Kozma. Nickovich, Badylale and Johnson, Coach put Sourounis and Fostcro on the Outs. The Ins consisted of Christoff, Hayduk, Vagenas, Gastc- vich, Katsimpolis, Puschak and Stupor. “To what important fact do you attribute your great age?” “To the fact that I was born so long ago.” March 29. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Pag ? Fiv9 G. A. A, NEWS CONFERENCE TIME Yes. it’s Conference time again! Lake County Girls’ Conference time! This year the conference will be held at Roosevelt High School. The date has been set . . . April 7. Froebel’s part in the conference will be small this year in comparison it'i preceding vears. However, our DANCE GROUP will give their u ,ual p'ogram, which has been a custom for the last three years. T he girls representing Froebel will be Alice Romanow and Stella Demos as Discussion Leaders, with Betty Kirla and Artemis Kyros as their sec- retaries. The conference will begin at 9:00 a. m., and farewells will be said at 4:00 p. m. There will be group dis- cussions as well as important speakers who will speak on important issues concerning “The Young Women of Today.” We’ll be seein’ you, ’cause it’s Conference time again!! JUNIOR COUNCIL PLANS SPRING INITIATION At a recent meeting held by the Junior Council members of the G. A. A., plans were made for the Spring Initiation Tea, which is to be held April 23, in the girls’ g m. Lydia Honchar, chariman, gave out definite assignments to each member as follows: Olga Belkow and Lydia Honchar, refreshments; Sylvia Enoshcl and Anne Fcryo, ini- tiation stunts; Artie Kyros and Stella Demos, stage directors; Dorothy Ju- lius and Jane Leone, programs; Ma- lena Vulich and Angie Roganovich. program skit, with Joan Miccolis and Alice Romanow assisting. A. O. A. NEWS A General Staff A. O. A. meeting was held at Tolleston School. Rep- resenting Froebel at the meeting were School Adjutant Olympia Ro- man, District Major Anne Paras- chos, City Finance Officer Ruth Smenyak, War Staff Executive Offi- cer Anastasia Tsoutsouris, School Drive Captain Sam McReynolds, and their sponsor, Mr. Butler. The next meeting will be held at St. Hedwig’s School. COUNCIL HAS MEETING FUTURE PLANS ARE MADE At a recent meeting of the Alpha G. A. A. Council, held in the Senior Library, the main topics under dis- cussion were the banquet, a roller skating party and the spring initia- tion. Since it is Lent, a suggestion was made to have a roller skating party at the rink on Sixth and Washing- ton as a Co-Ed project. A committee was chosen to see the proprietor for rates and the date for the event be- fo’e any further plans are made. The coming spring initiation plans were put into the hands of a Junior committee, and a report by the chair- man of the committee, Lydia Hon- cnar, is expected after arrangements are made. More definite plans for the ban- quet were made concerning decora- tions, guests to be invited, programs and awards. Bessie Georgeadis was chosen by the Council to present the Freshman Hopes at the banquet. Sophomore Ambitions are to be given bv, Mary Jane Hric; the Junior Prophecy by Stella Demas, and the Senior Will by Anne Ply. Sports evaluations were given by chairmen of volleyball, bowling and basketball, climaxing the meeting. The sponsor of the G. A. A. is Miss Cornelia Beall. DECK TENNIS This sport is something new as far as G. A. A. sports are concerned. Miss Margaret Hile, former sponsor, introduced it while teaching here, and it is now being played along with our other sports. The games are being played in the court on Wednesdays and Thursdays with Joan Miccolis as sport head. SHUFFLEBOARD Shufflcboard has now- started, and is providing loads of fun for the girls who have signed up. It is being played in the girls’ gym every Thurs- day. Twenty games are required for IOO points, with plenty of time to earn them. All girls should sign up. Sylvia Enoshel is this year’s chairman. Miss Brooner: What is a hyphen- ated word ? Student: Them words with a handcuff between them. BUY BONDS STAMPS CIP1S’ BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP TILTS SOPHOMORES DEFEAT FROSH With skill, speed and well-aimed ■hots, the Sophomore Varsity team beat the Freshman Varsity team in basketball recently in the girls’ gym. Since it was the first time the new Freshman team has ever played bas- ketball for a championship, they did v eil in keeping the Sophomore sco e low. The girls’ rules of playing basket- ball entitle the forwards to shoot for baskets only. Officials for the game were Babe Ma a. Catherine Vaseloff and Ma- 'ena Vulich. First Half — Freshmen O, Sopho- mores 6. Second Half—Freshmen 2, Sopho- mores 2. FRESHMEN (2) Player—Position— EG FT Wojcik, S„ G-F ........ o 1 Bushwty, 8., F-G .......... o 2 Capusan, I., G-F ........ o 2 Sulich, M., G-F ........ 1 o Blatsioris, A., G ........ o o Boyajian, R.. F ........... o o Smith, I,., F-G ........... o 1 Totals.................. 2 6 SOPHOMORES (8) Player—Position— FG FT Hodko. N., G .............. o 1 Ward. J„ F ................ o 1 Thomas M., F ........ i o Burr, K.. F ............... 1 o Zeheralis, M., G............ o o Taseff, C., F ............. 1 Pipas, L., F .............. 1 o Houston, J., G ............ o o Niszewski, R., G ........ o O Fields, E., F ............. o o Smth, L.. G ............... o o 'Totals .................. 8 2 STAMP SALE REPORT During February and March the Grade School children have bought a quota of $539 worth of bonds and stamps. Each month the Grade School children seem to raise their amount by buying an extra stamp each time so they can go on raising their total. How about a cheer for the Grade School ? A sarong is a brightly colored po- tato sack—for tomatoes. Page Six THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 29. 1945 Club News £ i FORMER MEMBER IS HONORED GUEST AT F. B. C. PARTY Besse Chrison, 1944 graduate and active member of the Froebel Booster Club, recently was the honored guest and speaker at an F. B. C. birthday party. Her topic was DePauw Uni- versity, and she fully discussed the study, social and economical angles o‘ uinversity life. She is attending DePauw and was spending her mid- semester vacation at home when she agreed to give high school Froehelites a preview of college and its experi- ences. Miss Liggett, F. B. C. sponsor, thanked Miss Chrison in behalf of the entire group. Refreshments were served by the committee in charge of the party. They are as follows: Lydia Honchar, Alice Matson, Gertrude Danch, Rose Lulich, Vicky Kyros, Betty Kirla and Marie Kisilia. FP.OEBFL REPRESENTED AT EDISON HONOR SOCIETY CHAPTER INITIATION Edison High School was presented v ith a charter for their chapter of t' c National Honor Society at a cere- monial on March 20, 1945- Job'1 Baranko, president of the Froebel C 1:apter, was given the honor of rep- resenting Forebcl at this charter ini- tiation, and was asked to serve as master of ceremonies during the pot cccdings. Guests that went to Edi- son from the Froebel Honor Society we e Edwin Gajewski, Eenie Bollog and Vicky Kyros. Nine new members were initiated for the qualities of good scholarship, character, leadership, and service. Be- sides having our own school and chapter represented, there were rep- resentatives from Emerson. Lew Wallace, Roosevelt and Horace Mann. The guest speaker was Dr. Alpen- fcls. who also spoke before an assem- bly at Froebel. She emphasized the fact that membership in the National Honor Society was something to be p ond of and something for which every high school student should strive. BUY BONDS STAMPS JUNIOR-SENIOR CLUB CLUB GIRLS ENTERTAIN SPONSORS DANCES FOR SERVICE MEN The Junior-Senior Club has spon- sored a series of after-school dances each Monday night during March. The first dance was held March 6. Approximately 70 students attended, which was a good attendance consid- ering the size of the club. Pop was served to refresh the “Jitterbugs’1 while they danced to the recordings of the most up-to-date tunes. Speak- ing of “Jitterbugs,” we must say that James Henderson has ample ability in the field of dancing. His ability to dance with two partners at the same time mystified everyone. It must have been his patriotic spirit that r. romp ted him to keep two damsels busy. Officers of the club who were re- sponsible for the success of the party are: Joyce Powell, Ray Williams, Mae Lee Thomas and Melvin Stroud. The club is- eager for prospective f reshmen and Sophomore members to attend these dances. So stop in and ha e some fun, you future members. Bring in your favorite records and help your club make some money. The sponsors of the Junior-Senior Club arc Mr. Davis, Miss Cooper and Mr. McAllister. A. O. A. HELPS THE GOODWILL INDUSTRIES The A. O. A. and the A. W. V. S. saved the day bv helping in a mate- rial shortage which threatened the Goodwill’s program for the handi- capped. The A. O. A.’s contribution was 500 posters calling attention to this great shortage of material. Quite a few were made here at Froebel un- der the direction of Mr. Butler, A. O. A. sponsor. The newly organized club of Mex- ican girls, many of them Froebel stu- dents, the Club Yadirf, gave a wel- • ivr party for three service men hon e on leave, two of them former Fn ebe'ites. The boys honored were Marine Pfc. Frank Estrada, Marine Pvt. Rojelio Juarez and Seaman Manuel Razo. T he party was held at the Mexi- can Hall. In addition to officers and members of the club, guests were invited. Officers present were: President Angeline Ramirez, Vice President Mena Serratto, Secretary Mary Maya, Treasurer Dolores Hernan- do', Social Chairman Mary Lou Al- a ado and Publicity Chairman Ade’.a Hernandez. Other members are Irene Arellano, Elinor Alvarado, A berta Duenas, Esther Duenas, Ra- mona Gomez, Beatrice Gonzalez, Sa-ah Revales, Rita Triana, Carmen Virella, Esther Gomez, Dolores Go- mez, Isabel Arvila, Carmen Cortez and Rebecca Rodriquez. Guests attending were: Joe Es- trada, Mack Galvin, Arthur Gon- zalez. Salvador Gonzalez.. Ralph Hernandez, Salvador Lopez, James Ramirez, Martin Reyes, Augustin Rodriquez, John Sanchez, Nick San- c’-ez, Martin Stulac, Frank Tenorio. Ralph Vargas, Frank Zaragoza and Rudy Zavalas. The party concluded with dancing. Mrs. Lucie Hannond and Mr. J. C. Ramirez are sponsors of the club. PSYCHOLOGY CLASS CONQUERS BAD HABITS The new psychology class, better known as the “Teen Age Discussion Group,” which meets every Friday as n extra curricular activity in Miss Liggett’s office, has just completed the study of bad habits and how to cure them. Believe it or not, the bad habits such as interrupting, practical joking, speech habits, punctuality, criticizing and commanding people were the chief faults of this group and, strange as it may seem, by the tricks of psy- chology they are cured. This class is both amusing and helpful, and has been meeting for the pat 11 weeks. March 29. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven MRS. FISHER VISITS CLASS (Continued from Page 1) Toward the end of her talk, Mrs. Fisher treated the class by reading them some of her poems. A few of the selections were Pink Apple Trees, Tramp of Feet, Mountain Stream, When Love Came By, Fesper Time, The Service Child and I Heard a Sigli. At the close of her talk, the class presented Mrs. Fisher with an at- tractive lace handkerchief in token of its appreciation for her visit. Members of the 8:40 Senior Eng- lish Class are: Florence Sadler, Ar- senio Sanchez, Julia Steczyk, Lor- raine Kepshire, Rose Marjanian, Ann Pavicich, Loretta Piatak, Ann Ply, Rose Polizzotto, Angeline Ramirez. Eliza Ross, John Jones, Mamie Olive, Olga Kimoff, Mary Klich. William Lee, Mary Libassi Dora Mackin, Violet Frankovic, Faustine Fredricks, Connie Hart, James Hav- v ood, Mildred Johnson, Steve Bady- lak, Lucille Badanish, Ray Avilla, Dorothy Balash, John Baranko, Lor- raine Bobrik and Mary Droza. Easter Greetings FOR OUR BOYS Once again Steel Dust Journal Staff has remembered our boys sta- tioned in every part of the world. A committee consisting of Cather- ine Vascloff, Angeline Ramirez, Dor- othy Balash, Ann Thomas and Eleanor Berzish worked on Easter cards made in school and designed by the committee. The cover is plain, with a circle in the center. The center is filled in with lilies. In block print is printed the simple but meaningful “Easter Greetings.” The' inside of the card is flowered at the top and with the fol- lowing verse: “It isn’t just at Easter- time, we wish you joy and cheer, but every hour of every day, throughout each passing year.” These cards are sent to the boys with deepest thought and feeling from all the students. Our most sincere thanks to Miss Golides, who was gracious enough to help us design the card and furnished the purple ink for its completion. BUY BONDS STAMPS Easter Parade With the coming of spring, a young girl’s fancy turns to thoughts of new clothes. In gazing at the gaylv bedecked store windows, this season shows signs of being a very colorful one. This year, more so than others, suits seem to be rated at the head of the fashion parade. If you are one v ho is trying to be economical, you will find that a cardigan in a gay pastel will be SUIT-abie for any oc- cation. When using it for sports, a imple tailored blouse will do the trick, and for that feminine touch, a drawstring or lace-trimmed blouse is just the thing. An attractive pin is ah-ays stylish. Incidentally, girls, if your one and only happens to be in the service, the latest design in costume jewelry is a silvc- or gold heart that has been di- i'!ed in half and is worn on your lapel. One half should be sent to HIM and the other half should be worn by you at all times until he comes home and the heart is whole again. For that ultra smart appearance, a straight cut skirt of one solid color and a bloused jacket of colored pan- els will be ideal. Hats of unusual trie and design will lend an air of sophistication as well as complete your outfit. Handbags, whether large or small, are a must for the finishing touch. Patent leather bags will serve your purpose well because they match any type of apparel. With this, we’ll leave you to plan vour wardrobe and we’ll be seeing you in the EASTER PARADE! STUDENT HELP SPEED VICTORY (Continued from Page 1) Vargas, Rudy Andrews, James Ellis, George Burrell, and Willie Bedgood. And what about spare time? The answers on the survey showed that most of the Froebel students do all of their homework every spare minute they have, while others spend all their time at the library doing refer- ence work and reading every book they can find. Others just take it easy. The latter represent about three-fourths of Froebel High School. a iS tl TWO FROEBEL BOYS KILLED IN ACTION ★ ★ Pvt. Joe Bouzas was born in Spain, and came to Gary when he was 2 tears old. Jle en- tered the Army in 1943, fol- lowing his graduation,, and saw only a few weeks of combat duty. A few weeks ago the family received word that Joe was missing in action on Dec. 17 in France, but recently his parents were notified that he had been killed on this date. Joe formerly was a member of the Student Training Pro- gram at Lexington, Kentucky, but when this was disbanded he was transferred to the infantry. Always a leader, Joe left an admirable record for his mem.- ory. While in school he was president of Student Council and the Honor Society. He was an outstanding member of the Euclidian Circle, and he also played in the Band. Besides leaving his parents, he is survived by his sister, Pilar, who once attended Froc- bel. and another sister, Elena. ★ Pfc. Steve Markovich, who had been in service about 18 soil for seven weeks. Later he was reported killed on this months, was reported missing Jan. 10 after being on foreign same date in France. Steve was a student of Froe- bel in 1942, where he was a very active football player. To God and to their country these boys gave the last full measure of their devotion. Page Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL March 29. 1945 fl @ Our mmm i Boys j m¥1 y mil W1 'ROUND Wm m THE 1 — WORLD MISSING IN ACTION It is with deep regret we announce two former Froebel students among those missing in action: I’fc. Larry Sanchez, age 20, miss- ing since February, in France. Seaman William Urban, age 18. missing since the conquest of Leyte in the Philippines. Cp . Anthony Libassi is stationed in the Philippines. Tony has had two years of training at several different camps. While on maneuvers, he re- routed a line of supplies which cut off 500 miles of their trip. For this he has received a citation from his of- t'ver. lie also has received a good conduct medal. Before going across Tony had a 13-day furlough. He has been in the same outfit since en- tering the service. it it it Time has pushed up on us—for just recently we announced the en- gagement of Ensign Sieve Ben bo to 'mrcline Ramusack, both Froebel ma'uates. Now we are glad to an- nounce that they are honeymooning at Hutchinson, Kansas, where Steve i- t 'tinned. We wish once more to stud congratulations to Ensign and .Mrs. S. Benko.- it it it Nick Galluitis, S 2 c, has been in the Navy for 22 months. All these months Nick has been stationed at Corpus Christi, Texas. He is a me- chanic’s mate and his job is repairing airplanes. Nick doesn’t care for Texas, but says the Navy is treating him fine. it ☆ Morale is what keeps your feet go- ing when your head says it isn’t pos- sible. ☆ Pvt. Robert Cervantes is stationed at Camp Fannin, Texas, and is re- ceiving his infantry training. Bob is with a few Froebel boys, namely Manuel Nova and Louis Zekeralis. Manuel is busy trying to get a band started called “The Lucky 13.” Bob was looking for the Texas sun. but in-tead it seems the April showers have hit there before schedule. He said he used to think 8 :oo a. m. was too early to get up, but nowr Bob gets up at 5:15. His infantry train- ing might last for 15 weeks or more, and then a furlough . . . which Bob, Manuel, and Louie are looking for- ward to. it it it Manuel Garcia, S 2 c, is on the sea some place in Atlantic waters. He misses all his friends, even though he likes the Navy. it it it Cpl. Fred Armenta, now serving overseas, became a corporal since we last saw him. it it it Pvt. Rojelio Juarez was home re- cently after having his basic training in North Carolina. He will go back to start combat training duty. Rojelio got two medals for sharpshooting. it it it Pfc. Paul Kactnar has been in the service for a year, and he has been across for seven months. The first chance Paul had at the Japs was in the landings on tiie Philippines on D- Day. Prior to that he was stationed in Hawaii and had a chance to see Honolulu and a few of the other places on the Island of Oahu. Paul also saw' Pearl Harbor. He wishes to extend his greetings to all his old classmates and teachers. it it it Joe Kristoff, S 2 c, has completed his recruit training at the naval train- ing station, Sampson, New York, and has been granted leave. Upon his re- turn to Sampson he will be eligible for turther assignment which may qualify him for a petty officer’s rating. Tony Pavedka. S t c, has been keeping his fingers crossed, because he took tests for the rating of Radio- man 3 c. When we find out, we shall let you know. Good luck, Tony! ( Blond: “Now that we’re engaged, darling, you’re going to give me a ring, aren’t you ?” Sailor: “Sure, honey; what’s your telephone number?” it it it l orn Solivais, S i c, who left high school to join the Seabees and to see the world, has really fulfilled his dream. Tom has seen and visited such places as Hawaii, Guam. Ma- riana Islands and Pearl Harbor. He feels Tokyo is his next stop. Wher- ever it is, we w'ish him lots of luck and may we see him soon. Pfc. John Chucbney is serving with an anti-aircraft battery in the South Pacific. He has been in the service for two years, 18 months of which have been spent overseas. A good conudct medal was awarded to John in the Pacific. He and a few other boys in his outfit organized a band and he plays the clarinet. He likes the place where he is stationed, even though it’s too warm for com- fort. ☆ ir Cr Thomas Lodico, S x c, went al- most to his death on a 40-foot cliff in England. He was saved by a breath. After that narrow escape he was transferred and now is roaming through Cuba. ■Cr it it A girl to a sailor annoying her and her girl friend: “You stop following us, or else ...” Sailor: “Or else what?” Girl: “Or else get another sailor!” it it it A leave is a short duration of rec- reation preceded by a long period of anticipation and followed by a suit- able period of recuperation. it it it George Marjanian, Prtr. 3 c, sta- tioned in New Caledonia, where it is warm, is working in a printer’s shop. George met Steve Hajvert. just recently, although Steve has been there for quite a while. They may be lucky to come home together. George has been overseas for 17 months, and plans to get a leave after 18 months are up. it it it Marine S Sgt. Jerry F. Pavelka, 22, brother of Tony Pavelka, has re- turned here from the Pacific, where he was an aviation mechanic with a squadron of the Fourth Marine Air Wing, based in the Ellice and Mar- shall Islands. Jerry was graduated from Froebel High School, Gary, Ind., in 1941, and was employed by the Carnegic- lllinois Steel Corporation there be- fore enlisting in November, 1942. He attained his present rank in Jan- uary, 1945. Tony is serving with the Navy overseas. ☆ it it Cpl. Otha Wright, stationed in France, has received greetings from the Journalism Class and would really appreciate hearing from some of the students about all the school news. g g ty Sgt.: How did you happen to over- sleep this morning? Pvt.: There were seven of us in the barracks, and the alarm was set for six. Steel Dust Journal ☆ ☆ REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIVE ☆ ☆ VOLUME II. No. 13 FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL GARY. INDIANA APRIL 13. 1945 SOPHS AT WORK Tlie Steel Dust Journal Staff wishes to thank the Sophomores for their help in putting out this edition. Everything was done in a democratic way.' Reporters were elected in the five English classes. The reporters chosen were Catherine Boyajian, William Chismudy, Mildred Cugal, Bessie Kougoufas, Clayton Hannah, Richard Smolnicky, Madge Feryo, Saverrio Amatulli, Marie Alvarez, Dean Thanos, Ruben Hernandez, Rena Pividori, Rose Kotlaroff, Cath- erine Taseff, Loretta Kwilasz, Mary Kozma, Steve Pipas and Marta Zamora. A meeting was held with Gertrude Danch, the regular editor, as chair- man. At this meeting the jobs were individually assigned. Mildred Cu- gal was given charge of the jokes and jive; Saverrio Amatuli, band ar- ticle ; Bessie Kougoufas and Dean Th;;nos, gossip; Richard Smolnicky. boys’ sports; Madge Feryo, girls’ sports; Marie Alvarez, fashions; Rose Kotlaroff, twins and slang; Steve Pipas, dramatics. Catherine Boyajian, Bessie Kougoufas, Ruben Hernandez, Rena Pividori and Mary Kozma each did his or her share by taking care of pictures, money and service news. The credit for the nice arrangement of the Soph- omore pictures goes to Mary Ellen Neal and Bette Roberts, staff mem- bers. Most of the written work for this issue was done through the English classes, and we wish to thank sin- cerely the Sophomore English teach- ers for letting us take up their time. We wish also to express our appre- ciation for the help and co-operation of the Sophomores, especially Lenora Wilson, Joan Wegjzyn. Bill Mamel- son and Helen Ply for contributing special articles. We hope that you like the Sophomore Edition, written by the up-and-coming class of ’47. Join the staff next year and help give Froebel a real good newspaper. Do you believe in seven years bad luck if you break a mirror? Do you avoid going under ladders and not letting black cats pass in front of you ? Well, if your answer is yes, we’d say you were supersti- tious! You you agree? Well, guess what? We’re going to let you in on a little secret! Now, don’t faint, but ... if you look back, you’ll find that this is the thirteenth edition of the Steel Dust Journal . . . and today is Friday, the thirteenth! Feel worse? Let’s continue, anyway! Looking a few weeks ahead while preparing for the Sophomore edition, this discovery was made. All the Sophomores were praying that Fridav the 13th wouldn't put a jinx on their paper. Confidentially, we’re leaving it up to you ... so, if you didn’t subscribe, you may still buy the Steel Dust Journal today. THE CLASS OF ’47 Our class will have completed the first half of its high school education in June. Now is as good a time as any to look back over our first two years. We need some sort of remind- er to be able to recall our events a few years from now. Our history be- gan in September of 1943, with ev- ery “Freshie” exclaiming, “Wow ” “Grade school was never like this!” To start the year with a bang, this bunch of “talkative greenies” attend- (Continued on Page 8) THE AVERAGE MISS AND MR SOPHOMORE W hat does the average Sophomore girl and boy look like? YVhat are their likes and dislikes? Many people have wondered, so here are a few •acts about the typical girl and boy of this year. The girl is usually 15 years ol l, about 5 feet 4 inches. She has any color of hair from blonde to black (not including red) and brown eyes. She loves to dance, has an interest in school and simply adores going to the football and basketball games and, of course, to the show! She is probably a member of the G. A. A. and attends all dances and Co-Ed nights. On the whole, she’s a pretty- good-natured gal. Is she good-look- ing? .1 hat, we shall leave up to you to decide. And now, for the boy. Well, he’s probably 16, (or somewhere in the neighborhood) about 5 feet 7 inches, and also has hair of any color from blonde to black (including red!). He’s beginning to think about the war. He wants to join the navy, but he hates to quit school, because he wants that diploma that the others will receive two years from now. His main interest in school is sports (anil girls), and he indulges in both occa- sionally. He, too, is just wild about the show, especially horror pictures. He supports most of__the school af- fairs. Funny thing, though, even though he comes to all the dances, he very seldom actually dances. But who cares, as long as he’s there to look at? Who says our boys aren’t handsome? We girls think so! Both the girls and boy-s like cokes, chewing gum, the beach, potato chips, lots of jive rough drapes (and each other). But seriously the Sophomore Class is a pretty good class. Next year well all be looking down at the “Freshies” of this year, and wonder- ing w hat their average Miss and Mr. Sophomore is like. Pag© Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price .......... 1 ft0 a Year R. A. Nuzum. Principal F. S. Albright Assistant Principal STAFF Editor................Gertrude Panch Sports ........Nick Stevoff John Baranko Carl Taseff Copy..................Eleanor Berzlsh Ann Thomas Circulation Ann Marencik Business Manager......Angellne Ramirez Service News Airline Fimas Jeannette Mnrckese Glass Sponsor.........Kathryn Welsh Printing Sponsor Ilarvey Knesek Printers...... ....... Phil Piotrzak John Baranko Typing Seventh Period Short ha nd Class VOICE OF THE STUDENT WHY NOT CO-OPERATE? I’m just another student of Froe- Icl. but I can’t understand why there are some students .who don t want to co-operate w it hthis new hall order. I like to skip school, no to dances, and go to the drugstore in between hour? just as much as the next fellow does, so, if I can fall in with these new regulations, why can’t the others? After all, it’s for our benefit, not for the teachers who helped to put it into effect. There are some things that jnav net sound too good, but what of it? As long as we have rules, why not get in there and make the best of t' era? I've heard some students say that they don’t think much of the new laws, and that they won’t obey them. What good is that going to do? They’re only going to get them- selves and a lot of other students in trouble. I say that as long as vve know that we’re going to have that law enforced, and we are, why not cc-operate, for the good of Froebe!? . —A Sophomore Student. THE TRUE DEFINITION OF PATRIOTISM Many of us talk about being pa- triotic, but do we really know what patriotism means? Have you ever asked yourself that question? True patriotism is the pure love of our country that leads us to make any '-e-sonal sacrifice for its welfare. Manv of our boys today are sacrific- i-g their lives, while on the home fr nt there are false patriots. They pretend to work for their country, but, in reality, they would not stop at anything that would advance their personal ambitions and aims. A true patirot will never accept an office unless it will aid the public good. There are others, though, who will seek office for private interest. These politicians should be labeled as saboteurs. Patriotism may he classified as the purest impulse of the human heart, ranking next to religion, and founded on the principles of justice, and the highest, virtue. Patriots, as a rule, are good men, being courageous, hon- orable and self-sacrificing. Patriots are Americans. All Amer- icans should be good patriots, because the United States is the only country in which freedom for all exists. Student Council On the Job 'I'he Student Council has done a tremendous job for the welfare of Froebel School. The Council’s du- ties and the good it can do arc unlim- ited. It has accomplished a great deal for our school. The Student Council consists of fi e students elected by each respec- tive class. The Council is divided into various groups, each assigned to certain duties. One group is in charge of selling war bonds and stamps, while the educational group has charge of the bulletin boards on the third floor. Their task is to change the material every week. Such things as posters and interesting school materials are displayed. The traffic court has the power to punish any violator of this present system of hall order. It consists of three judges, two prosecuting attor- neys, defense councilors and two bailiffs. The five Sophomores on the Coun- cil and their respective duties are: Martha Zamora, educational com- mittee; Ruth Gordon, bailiff; Helen Plv. educational corrimittee; Manuel Mendez, war stamps and bonds, and Bill •Mamelson, bailiff. These stu- dents have served well and will con- tinue to do so, thanks to the wonder- ful co-operation of the entire student body. Doctor: You should take a bath before you retire. Patient: But, I don’t expect to re- tire for another 20 years! Wishing you a Happy Birthday that is full of joy, good cheer, and happiness throughout the coming years. . . . ■ft Name—Class— Date ” Anthony Pampalone, Frosh....April 1 Franklin Carter, Frosh......April 4 Geraldine Jadrnak, Frosh....April 4 Mary Marencik, Junior......April 4 Mike Sosh, Frosh...............April 4 iolet Marcus, Senior...... April 6 Johnny Ellison, Frosh........April 7 Stella Kusmercyk, Junior.....April 7 Edward Kepshire, Frosh.......April 8 Violet Frankovic. Senior.....April 9 George Kelchak, Junior......April 10 James Henderson, Senior.....April 11 Edward Komisarcik. Junior..April 12 Martha Porter, Frosh........April 13 Irene Pietrzak, Frosh.......April 13 Melvin Stroud, Junior.......April 13 Lydia Honchar, Junior.......April 14 TRY YOUR SKILL! . 'When you go to a dance, There she is; She 1 s quite a gal. And can’t be missed. She’s only a tike Of five-feet-one, But seems to be always, On the fun. I hope you’re trying hard to guess, And in order to put your mind at rest, Which is probably in a whirl. I’ll tell you more about this Soph- omore girl. She’s slender with long black hair, Wears pigtails almost everywhere, She talks to you in a friendly way, And to her friends is known as Kaye. Now do you know? I sure hope so! Just turn your eyes on the other side, And I’m sure you’ll be in for a big surprise! Answer on Pace Nine BUY BONDS April 13. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three SOPHOMORE FASHIONS Two-piece suits were highly rec- ommended by Sophomore students who took part in the Easter parade. Let’s see what colors and styles they chose to enhance their personalities. Betty Romak was quite the young lady in her suit which consisted of a black and white checked skirt and black jacket, trimmed in the same material as her skirt. She wore a hat, gloves, and bag of vivid fuchsia. Looking chic in her sleek but trim brown suit was petite Madge Feryo. Soft white gloves and matching bag completed her outfit. Very becoming to “Dot” Goudeau was her startling gold three-piece suit. She chose brown for her accessories, which made a very striking contrast indeed. While the parade continued to amble down Fifth Avenue, many of the spectators were momentarily alarmed, due to the fact that they were seeing double and thought their eyesight was fail- ing them. However, after some hesi- tation and consideration, they came to the realization that it was our own Bovajian twins, Katherine and Mary Lou. They made a very pretty pic- ture in their powder blue dresses and coats. White accessories gave the final touch. “Jeanie” Marchese was looking just as sweet as ever in her baby pink frock with the butterfly sleeves and concealed pockets. A brown gabardine coat and pink poke- bonnet was all that was needed to make her eligible for the Easter pa- rade. SOPHOMORE JIVE Flash! flash!! FLASH!!! Dean Thanos and Vivian Smclko can easily tell you that an old flame never dies. Lillian Pipas is wearing a ring with the initials P. D. on it. Could they stand for Paul Domonkos? While home on furlough, Pvt. Al- phonso Navarro w'as seen around school with his girl, Jeanette Marckese. Mildred Cugal has taken an inter- est in a certain Junior boy. Come on, Milly, let us in on vour new heart-throb. Why does Ann Roman’s heart miss a beat whenever she sees Ray Dian ? It has been rumored around lately that Nick S. has a crush on Rose K., but believe not a W'ord of it. Nick INQUIRING REPORTER I ypical of ’teen age students is go- ing dating, and when they look for a date there arc certain requirements and characteristics they look for. The Sophomores this year, look for the following things, as reported by The Inquiring Reporter: Tom ■ Katsimpolis says, “The girl I take out has to be at least 5 feet 7, and have a figure like Dorothy La- mour, legs like Betty Grable, and a personality like Bettv Hutton. I don’t mean all of that, but I would like to go out with a girl something like that, and gals, that’s what I’m looking for.” ' Lillian Pipas says, “He’s got to be a swell carefree guy, nice looking, with a good personality. I would like him to have a car, of course. As far as entertainment is concerned. -I would like him to take me to a show' or dancing. In other words, I like a guy w'ho know's the ‘ropes’.” Helen Kish says, “My boy has to have class and has to be hep to the jive, with looks to match. He has to be able to boogie and have enough ‘green’ to get by a show', a snack and a good time.” Richard Smolnicky says, “My girl has to be out of this world, with a fine figure, hazel eyes, a good ap- pearance, and liked by all. In other words, a girl that has everything ex- cept boogie-woogie rhythm and high class. I want a downright nice girl.” Miriam Dixon says, “I like to go out with someone ha ing a good rep- utation but older than I am. He doesn't have to know how to dance, but has to have some money to show me a fairly good time and must be a near and good dresser. All 1 ask is that he has the ability to attract me as well as my friends.” ting along with the Junior girls. Which one is it, Mike? Why is Sa verrio Amatulli so puz- zled whenever he sees the Bovajian i ’.ins? Could it be that he can’t tell Mary Lou (his girl) from Cath- erine ? What w'ould Pvt. Tom Heizer say i! he saw Bessie Whitaker talking to James Spiry? Ruth Gordon’s only talk is Johnny Brown, and she also is using his slang, “Put me on the know.” Docs that get you to wondering? What happened between James Smart and Lenora Wilson? Why can’t all couples be like Jo- sephine Houston and Johnny Elli son ? We can see for ourselves that Doris hullilove stars very true to Henry Long! Who does Lillian Smith like? Lime alone will tell. Wno is this certain Sophomore gir! that Johnny Anastoff is always ask- ing about ? Couples that we can now add to our “Steady list” are: Bernice Wel- lence and Jimmy Anton, Dorothy 1 okarski and Richard Sme , Ros rnary Feczko and Albert forvat. Mary Maya and Pvt. Mai Nov. Matilda Balluch and Johnny Oprish. There are tons and tons of Siamese Twins in Froebel, but here are the Sophomore ones: Mary Lou and Pat Bovajian (real thing, there), Mary Jane Hric and Ann Pividori, Cather- ine Taseff and Ninette Hodko, Mary Zcheralis and Helen Ply, Dean Thanos and Albert Roscoe, Miliy 1 otenti and Lillian Pipas, Frances Guastella and Rena Pividori, John Christoff and Paul Domonkos, Rose Agudo and Betty Romak, Mildred crugal and Betty Spinaly. OFF THE RECORD The three-act production the “Cit- atnard Players” are working on is a comedy, if you please, which deals with killings, madness and love, and which is, confidentially, intended to slay the audiences with laughter when it arrives at the Froebel audi- torium in May. has his mind on his school books. ... or has he ? ? ? ? ? Arthur Gonzales has been seen car- rying books to English class. Whose books are they, Arthur? Miss Bopp’s or your own ? Mike Chclovich seems to be get- Marriage is a gamble. So is Blackjack. A Blackjack is a weapon used to knock you out. To be knocked out is to be put out of cir- culation. I hercforc, marriage is a weapon that puts you out of circu- lation. Fage Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 13, 1945 Manes, Forebel; Haywood, Froebel. OUR BLUE DEVILS BLAZE TRAIL FOR FIOREERS, 69-40 Yessiree! Froebel’s got a track tc in that it can be proud of this year. By handing the Hammond v lark Pioneers a bombasting 69-40 defeat, our Blue Devils have estab- .isl ed themselves as one of the tough- er track teams of the Calumet re- gion. They proved by this victory th:,t they are capable challengers for city, conference, and possibly state ti- tles. Froebel track fans can look for- ward to a very successful track season this vear . . there’s no doubt about it! Among the outstanding events that were performed at Clark field on March 28 was Melvin Stroud’s two firsts in the 100-vard dash, which he ran in a very good 10.1 time and in the 110-yard low hurdles. Ronald Jones’ victories in the high jump and pole vault poved that experience does have something over on those cocky freshmen. Incidentally, there seems to be a lot of competition between the seasoned veterans and those remark- able freshmen. We wonder who is the best. Future track meets should furnish the answers. Here are the results of the Froe- bei-CIark meet in a nutshell: 60-yard high hurdles — Hadley. Froebel; Johnson, Froebel; Wagner, Clark. Time, 8.5 sec. 100-Yard Dash—Stroud, Froebel; Morris, Clark; Manos, Froebel. Time, 10.1 sec. Mile Run—Blatstich, Clark ; Min- das, Clark; Levenda, Froebel. Time, 5:16.7. 440-Yard Run—Haywood, Froe- bel; Winston, Clark; Roby, Froe- bel. Time, 56.1 sec. 880-Yard Run—Fosterio, Froebel; Katarski, Clark; Baranko, Froebel. Time, 2:19. 220-Yard Dash—Morirs, Clark ; Time, 24.6 sec. 110-Yard Low Hurdles—Stroud, Froebel; Johnson, Froebel; Brown, Froebel. Time, 13.3 sec. Shotput—Adams, Clark; Zeheral- is, Froebel; Magurean, Froebel. Dis- tance, 48 feet, 1 inch. High Jump—Jones, Froebel; Had- ley, Froebel; Gordon, Froebel. Height, 5 feet, 6 2 inches. Broad Jump—Morris, Clark; Wag- ner, Clark; Hadley, Froebel. Dis- tance 19 feet, 9 inches. Pole Vault — Jones, Froebel: Brown, Froebel; Johnson, Froebel. Height, 10 feet 4 inches. Mile Relay—Froebel (Jones, Fos- tc'io, Roby, Haywood). Time, 3 49-8. Half-Mile Relay — Clark (Wag- ner, Adams, Winston, Morris). Time, 1 :37-9- Soph Playboys in Action Due to the fact that many of our former Junior and Senior athletes are in the service, it falls to the Sopho- more boys to build up our athletic departments. The Sophomore Class of “45” can rightfully be proud of the many Sophomore boys who have won recognition in the field of ath- letics. Following are a few portraits of these Sophomore stars: Albert (Ladd) Roscoe A1 Roscoe is one of our handsome Sophomores who has won fame dur- ing the football season. A1 is a swell guv who likes to kid around, but when it comes to football he is really on the beam. When Coach Kyle was in need of some new backfielders, A1 was in there pitching until he made the position. When asked what his ambition is he just says, “I don’t know,” and lets it go at that. Who knows, maybe some day in the near future he will qualify for the job of water boy on Northwestern’s football team! Richard (Rugged) Smelko Another one of our rugged foot- ball players, hot off the gridiron, is none other than shy Richie Smelko (or maybe we don’t know' him well enough!). When football season is in full sw'ing, Richie really gets down to work. The Sophomores are proud of the w'ork he has done. When fl ings get rough and tough, Richie is in there fighting his hardest. Ac- cording to Richie, no other sport even compares with football. Mike (Rough) Chelovich Mike, who comes from a family of athletes, has played both football and basketball during his two years in high school. Mike played such a good game of basketball during his Freshman year that Coach Mantz put him on varsity. Mike hasn’t de- cided just what he would like to do after he finishes school, but basket- ball seems a good field for him. Keep up the good work, Mike! Donald (Pep) Roby Donald is one of our “all around men.” He excels in football and track. During the football season, he helped the Freshmen win the city championship. Now working on track, Donald promises to be one of our star track men. He is following in the footsteps of his brother, a one- time Sophomore before he joined the Navy. Both of Donald’s brothers are in the Navy, and he expects a call from Uncle Sam soon himself. Ann R.: How would you spell the name of the smartest girl in the w'orld. Angie P.: M-e! Ann C.: Say, are you going to let that redhead take your boy friend away ? Alary F.: I should say not! Fll dye first! April 13. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Firs SOPHOMORE POLL Most popular girl— Bessie Kougoufas. Most popular boy— Dean Thanos. Most talkative girl— Jeanette Marckese. Most talkative boy— Tom Katsimpolis. Most carefree girl— Milly Potenti. Most carefree boy— Nick Paligraph. Most courteous girl— Rosemary Feczko. Most courteous boy— Gene Bryant. Most studious girl— Jane Hric. Most studious boy— William Poulos. Best girl athlete— Bernice Wellcnce. Best boy athlete— Mike Chelovich. Most lively girl— Lillian Pipas. Most lively boy— Steve Pipas. Most pleasing personality— Georgian Pepoff (girl) Most pleasing personality— Albert Roscoe (boy) Most friendly girl— Marge Kelchak Most friendly boy— Ruben Hernandez. Most quiet girl— Ann Evanovich. Most quiet boy— Edward Spak. THUMBNAIL SKETCHES Who is the tall, smiling, ash blonde seen traveling around, loaded down with books, papers, Readers’ Digests, Coronets, and what-nots? None other than our vivacious Miss Georgia Bopp, a Gary teacher for the past seven years. At present, she is teaching English and Latin, but before she came to Froebel, she taught German at Hor- ace Mann. A year later she trans- ferred to Froebel, where she has been ever since. As an active sports fan, her spare time is spent bowling with the Teachers’ Bowling League, of which she is a member. Her summers are spent at a camp at Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Our well-traveled Spanish and French teacher, Miss Eloise Brooner. has been an active and enthusiastic member of the Froebel faculty for 17 years. She has taught anything, and just about everything, from history and geography to vocational guidance. Why? Well. every year, Miss Brooner is surprised with a class that I.as somehow, in the shuffle, found it- self without a teacher. In other words, she always ends up teaching a left-over class. Her favorite spare time activities are taking in the good movies, seeing some of the Theatre Guild plays and playing bridge. Montana is her sum- mer residence, w here she fishes, goe boat riding, horseback riding and for- gets all about the headaches that teaching presents. Two of the Sophomore sponsors are rather new to Froebel. Mrs. Deal, a typical war wife, lies been teaching speech and drama backstage for the past two years. Last year, as the former Miss Rutz, she married Russel Deal, a phy sical education instructor with the Medical Corps, Louisville, Ky. That’s where Mrs. Deal spent last summer and hopes to spend the com- ing one there, too. Her favorite hobby, she says, is spending vacations w ith her husband. Mr. Kncsck, an all-round feller with the boys, has been teaching Metal Shop here for a year and a half. Harvey’s (everyone calls him by his first name) hobby is working with machine tools; so, naturally, his spare time is spent working in that field. lie works in a Pontiac-Buick garage as a machinist in his spare time and during his summer vacation. In reality Harvey is a family man. perfect proof of which is the fact that the 5 foot 8 inch blond-haired teacher is married and the proud father of a little girl and boy, whom he adores. Rena P.: Why do you always stut- ter? Deno T.: Because I cat grapes. Rena P.: What have grapes to do with it? Deno T.: Well, they always come in bunches. Helen S.: Someone wanted you at the railroad station. Albert R.: Who? Helen S.: The train. It just could not leave without a jerk. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS SOPHOMORES . . . ALL Not just on this one day alone But each day all year through, May you have all the happy things That mean the most to you.” it I'.va Mae Crockett ........ April 10 Frances Guastclla.......... April 16 Saverrio Amatuili ......... April 19 Katherine Burr ............ April 19 Rosemary Feczko ........... April 19 Pcarlie Mae Evans...........April 22 l oni Katsimpolis ......... April 24 SENIORS DEFY JINX” Regardless of the date, this cer- tainly will be a lucky day for you it you attend the ‘‘Jinx Jubilee,” Senior Class Dance, that is to be given to- night in the girls’ gym. This appro- pi iate title is not a new idea. A similar dance was held by the Senior Class long ago when its members were Freshmen. It is only fitting that the ciass end its career in the same manner in which it was begun. Dancing will begin at 7:30 p. m. and continue until 11. Admission is 50 cents, tax included. Yes, there is go- ing to be a band! Why not come an I sec what Lady Luck has in store for you ? SOPHOMORE OFFICERS The Sophomore Class Officers’ pictures are: Row 1, left to right—Ruth Gor- don, Student Council; Catherine I’aseff, president; Mary Jane Kuz- ma, secretary; Mary Jane Hric, so- cial chairman; Manuel Mendez, Student Council. Row 2, left to right—Bill Mamel- son, Student Council; Miss Georgia Bopp, Sponsor; Mr. Harvey Knesek, Sponsor; Mrs. Eleanor Deal, Spon- sor: Miss Eloise Brooner, Sponsor; Helen Ply, Student Council. Two officers of the class are not pictured in this issue. They are Jeanette Marckese, vice president, and Ruben Hernandez, treasurer. Jean M.: My boy friend takes me to the theater, buys me a bag of gum- drops and we sit in the balcony. Lily P.: Is that all? My boy- friend always buys a box of choco- lates, and we sit in the box. Jean M.: Oh, but doesn’t that spoil the candy? BUY BONDS STAMPS THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 13, 1345 Pago Six ' Movie Showers ' Plan Party The Projection Club, that rteilar organization that runs vour cla movies, deliberately proposes to step out of its educational role. This group, composed of students whose mechanical ability and reliability is only exceeded by their remarkable poise and patience, is about to enter a new field. The projection schedule is ar- ranged by Mr. Chamberlain, our sponsor, and he had much to do with the training of the charter members. Now the experts train the neophytes and the work goes on smoothly, hing- ing visual aids to many subjects in our curriculum. It’s all work and no play for these boys whose only re- ward is the satisfaction of a job well done. Mike Shendrick, social chairman, recently announced that there will be a Projection Club party near the end of the school year. The probable date ill be some time in May. Last year’s annual party was a real affair. It ■ reins that a first rate noneducational film, including Popeye, ws viewed with complete satisfaction through a haze of pup and birthday cake. It happened to be the birthday oi the local Cecil 13. DcMille, no other than William Poulos. whose mechan- ical genius has saved many a film pro- gram. I hc affair this year will differ in one respect. Last year it was a stag party, this year it is to be a Hag Party. Only the fairest are to he ad- mitted and then only by special invi- tation. The committee plans to pre- rent each guest with a special film corsage for the occasion. It is reliably reported that the president of the club. Manuel Mendez, will wear a necktie in honor of the fair -.ex. One can well imagine that this is a social event that promises to make school history. Appropriate rewards will be pre- sented to members who have faith- fully fulfilled their assignments. The following arc eligible: Bill Mamel- s' n, Manuel Mendez, Alex Shend- iik. Bill Poulos, Anthony Pampa- lone. Gus Poulos, Wendell Chis- mudv, Mike Shendrick, Richard Wallace, Manuel Segura. George Diacoff, John Pasa, Christ Paras- chos, Phil Pietrzak, Edward Brown, Frank Miccolis, Theodore Stathis Once again, Mrs. Lee and Mr. Resur, music directors, are assem- b’iug and combining musical talent f n- t c annual concert to be held the latter part of May. The first part of the concert, which will last ap- p nximately an hour, is to be in pa- geant form. Miss Labb, auditorium director, is preparing the script for the paceant. The theme employed •vi'I be that of the four directions: N T,, South, East and West. The a Cappella, Girls’ Glee Club, and Aeolian choirs, with the assistance of the concert band, will present appro- priate music for each of the direc- tions. Mr. Resur will direct the concert ’ and in a varied musical program during the latter half of the concert. There also is the possibility of a stu- dent swing band appearing on the program. Watch for further news of this special event. Wendel C.: I just shot a dog. Georgann P.: Was he mad? Wendel C.: Well, lie wasn’t ex- actly pleased. Si,., Y01FYE SEEN ARRESTED! If Bill Mamelson walks up to you some day and hands y� ou a summons to court, it would be considered wise in certain circles to obtain a good lawyer to defend you in the coming court action. The lawyers’ names will be posted on the Bulletin Board. Your lawyer will investigate your case and advise you of your chance of being acquitted. If he feels you can’t be cleared, he will advise you to plead guilty or not guilty. If you plead guilty, you will be sentenced immediately; but if you plead not guilty, a date will be set for the trial. The trial will be conducted before a panel of three judges, Ann Ma- reneik, Garrett Cope and Phil Pietr- zak. The prosecutor, Nick Stevoff. and his assistant, Nell Craig, will start the case for the school. When they finish, the defendant’s (your) lawyer will proceed with the case for the defense. All witnesses are to be sworn in by the court bailiff, Bill Mamelson, or his assistant, Ruth Gordon, who also will serve the sum- mons. If you are found guilty, the court is more inclined to be strict than would have been the case had you pleaded guilty at the preliminary hearing. Failure of a defendant to obey a summons or of a witness to obey a subpoena will result in his being charged with contempt of court. LOOK ! LOOK ! LOOK ! STARDUST DANCE SPONSORED BY THE SOPHOMORE CLASS HERBY COX AND BAND APRIL 27 45 GIRLS' GYM 8:00-11:00 PM ADM. 5CC TAX INC. ADVANCE T.'CKET S LE ONLY April 13. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven G. A. A. NEWS ATHLETIC DEBS OF THE SOPHOMORE CLASS Girls once were classified as the weaker sex—fragile, petite and shy— but now-a-days, as proven by the Sophomore Debs, they go in for sports and other means of recreation just as the opposite sex does. The Sophomore Class contains many who are outstanding in athletics. A few of our best top shots in bas- ketball are: Lillian Pipas, Ninette Hodko, Mary Kozma, Katherine Burr and Mae Lee Thomas. Actions speak louder than words in volleyball. The Boyajian Twins, Betty Romak, Rose Agudo and Mar- chell Campbell . . . these girls all have learned that co-ordination real- ly counts in order to be the victors of a good game of volleyball. In many other sports played dur- ing the year, such as shuffleboard, deck tensis table tennis, baseball and handball, the Sophomore girls show skilfful sportsmanship. THE AMBITIOUS SOPHOMORES Many Sophomore girls, having been members of the G. A. A. for a year and a half, are quite accustomed to the sport schedules and social af- fairs. Many Sophomore girls are work- ing whole-heartedly hoping that they will be future council members. This has been proved by the girls who in two years are trying to earn 1,500 points to get their emblems at the banquet. Those working for em- blems are: Rose Agudo, Matilda Balluch, Angeline Blatsioris, Ida Bombardo, Catherine and Mary Lou Boyajian, Rosemary' Feczko, Madge Feryo, Frances Guastella, Ninette Ilodko, Mary Jane Hric, Mary Kappas, Marge Kelchak, Mary Kopcik, Mary Kozma, Ann Pividori, Helen Ply, Helen Radivan, Betty Romak, Victoria Swalla Catherine Taseff and Mary Zeheralis. One day Nick Strougoulidis ap- proached the painter who was hard at work on the ceiling. Nick: Hey, mister! Have you got a good hold on that brush ? Painter: I think so, why? Nick: Well, hang on tight! I’m going to borrow the ladder! Boy Meets Girl � ___________ Ah-h-h ! Oh-h-h ! Whee-e-e! were about the only audible words heard at the recent Boy Meets Girl Co-Ed which was sponsored by the Alpha G. A. A. Among those beaming with pride were the Freshman boys’ team with a score of 17-8; the Sophomore girls’ team, scoring 14-10; the Junior boys’ team, with a one-point lead. 8-7; the Senior boys’ team, scoring 19-3. (Girls, what IS the matter?) Teams were chosen and supervised by the volleyball chairman, Anne Feryo. They were: Freshman girls —M. Sulich, B. Georgeadis, D. Kish, B. Bushwty, J. Commorata, D. Hanson, D. Stanik, R. Capuson, A. Reithel. Freshman boys—I. DeOrta, P. Bellesis, J. Cougias, J. Vassas, F. Miccolis, J. Giolas, E. Leka, F. Tennorio and G. Demos. Sophomore girls—M. Boyajian. C. Boyajian, B. Romak, H. Ply, B. Bushwty, C. Tas- eff, M. Feryo, M. Zeheralis, N. Hodko. Sophomore boys—G. Skalt- sas, M. Chelovich, N. Magurean, J. Anastoff, J. Stupor, S. Pipas, B. Klusovsky, D. Thanos, S. Leka. Junior girls—R. Boyajian, M. Vu- lich, F. Blatsioris, O. Belkow, A. Sandala, L. Honchar, H. Nalborcyk, M. Ribar, I. Lucco. Junior boys— G. Ramusack, S. Badylak, B. Nicko- vich, N. Magurean, E. Yukl, D. Thanos. J. Marjanian, B. Klusov- sky, M. Chelovich (Junior boys, w'herc were you?) Senior girls—E. Bollog, A. Ply, R. Massa, M. Zou- mis, F. Blatsioris, M. Vulich, M. Macaluso, C. Vaseloff, R. Polizzot- to. Senior boys—B. Nickovich, G. Ramusack, N. Magurean, J. Mar- janian, D. Pavloff, R. Muzzeralli, S. Badylak, E. Yukl, A. Panos. Ref- erees w'ere M. Vulich, C. Vaseloff, B. Massa, R. Lulich, and scorer was S. Enoshel. After the games, dancing took place under the leadership of Stella Demos. Miss Beall is G. A. A. sponsor. STREAMLINE Once again we have Streamline, w'hich has always been popular and successful with the Seniors. This year we are permitting the Juniors to trim their figures, too. Each week a different girl will take over and plan the exercises for the following week. Olga Belkow is the chairman. G. A. A. Spring Activities Spring is definitely here! To prove it, we have brought out the spring sports for all of the G. A. A. mem- bers to enjoy, and w'hile you enjoy them you earn points besides. The spring season begins on April 18, so it would be advisable for the G. A. A. members who plan to par- ticipate in these sports to sign up for them today! First on the list is the ever popu- lar baseball. Everyone has played baseball some time during his life, and it is still known as the best sport during spring and summer. Baseball is under the direction of Dorothy Ju- lius this year and if you have anv questions about baseball, just see Dorothy for the answers. Badminton, an indoor sport, is di- rected by Joan Miccolis. This sport consists of using racquets to hit the feathered gadget over the net in ten- nis fashion. Lots of fun and good for the figure. Sign up today. Another sport on our list is cro- quet. Julia Pavlik is the person to see about this sport, for she directs it. Remember, you must dress in gym suits and shoes to play these sports— no excuses are accepted for not dress- ing. If anyone plans to get any awards at the Banquet, and you need the credit for completing these sports, it can be done if you see the Sports Co-Ordinator. MODERN DANCE The dance group has accomplished much by putting their feelings into action. Girls who enjoy creative dancing find it very rhythmic and interesting. A few of the Sophomore girls who find great interest in if are: Ida Bombardo, Mary Kopcik, Pearlie M ae Evans, Frances Guastella, Nin- ette Hodko, Josephine Houston, Bet- ty Romak. Jeanette Marckese, Con- stance Ramirez, Rose Kotlaroff, Bes- sie Kougoufas, Mary Maya, Ann Pividori, Helen Stulac, Victoria Swalla and Joan Ward. We hope that these girls carry on their good work, and we would like to wish them success and luck in their future years of modern dancing. BUY BONDS Page Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 13, 1945 Club News The Y-Jills The Y-Jills is a Girl Reserves JJlub, composed of 18 Sophomore girls. They hold meetings the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Y. W. C. A.' For many years now it has been a custom for many Sophomore girls to join the Y. W. C. A. by starting a Girl Reserves Club. The Junior girls Irom Froebcl, who already had a club, knew that we wanted to start a club and that we didn’t know how to g;i about it. They thoughtfully in- vited us to one of their meetings, and helped us start a club, which is now known as the Y-Jills. At the first meeting the club offi- cers were elected. They are: Cather- ine Taseff, president; Jeanette Marckcsc, vice president; Ninette Hodko, secretary; Joan Ward, treas- urer; Millie Potenti, social chair- nr.n, and Helen Ply, reporter. The past events of the group are: A It ike at the Indiana Dunes State Park, a Halloween Party, a Christ- inas party and a Friday-night Co-Ed Dance, which was held recently. This particular dance was given the night of the sectionals and was expected to� be a flop, but after the games, we had a full house. Other members of the club are: Angeline Blatsioris, Ida Bombardo, Mary Kopcik, Rose Kotlaroff, Bes- sie Kotigoufas, Lillian Pipas, Ange- l ne Poulos, Ann Roman, Helen Stu- iac, V ictoria Swalla, Joan Ward and Mary Zeheralis. We were fortunate to get a very nice and understanding sponsor. She is Miss Helene Dullos, a 1940 Froc- bel graduate. Stanley C.: Miss Bopp, do you th nk it’s right to punish folks for tilings they haven’t done? Miss Bopp: Of course not, Stan- ley! Why? Stanley C.: Well, I didn’t do my homework last night! Marge K.: What’s the first thing von learned in school? Steve P.: The names of all the little girls! CLASS OF '47 (Continued from Page 1) ed the elections in the main audito- rium on September 16. The results were: Dean Thanos, president; Joan Ward, vice, president; Catherine Taseff, secretary; Theodore Izak, treasurer, and the two social.chair- men were Bessie Kougoufas and Jeannette Marckese. No election was held for our sponsors, but we could not have asked for any better ones than Miss Monahan, Miss Williams, Miss Pass and Mr. Swank. Next on our calendar came the scintillating Freshman Get-Together on October 27, 1943, from 4 to 6 in the girls’ gym. This idea of a friend- ly get-tegether was presented by the class officers, along with the spon- sors. Another meeting was held on Feb- ruary 1, 1944, in the west study hall. During this meeting, plans were made for the Valentine Party. Feb- ruary 14 came and so did the Fresh- men. During those two carefree hours (4 to 6) a talent show, danc- ing and Miss Williams’ delicious cookies were enjoyed by all. T hen on April 25th the greatest plans of ail were made. The Fresh- man Dance! After a lot of rushing, excitement and what-not, Herby Cox’s Band.was engaged, and what a surprise Froebel got! He was good! Bv teh way, our class treasury gained $18.75 a result of our “Springtime Festival.” Then came the annual Freshman Welcome on June 2. The program was organized as in previous years, and everyone enjoyed it. Then with broken hearts, these “greenies” made their way home from their last Fresh- man event. They weren’t “greenies” any more, not with a whole year’s experience behind them! No! They were ready to become full-fledged Sophomores, with a new future to which to look forward. After a restful summer, we came back to Froebel High School as Sophomores. Some of the old famil- iar faces were gone, and there were new ones in their places. Lots of things changed. “Oh, gee! How I wish that I were a Freshman again!” How many of us expressed that feel- ing after the first .week or two of our Sophomore year. Now we were second-graders and expected to do more homework (that was why we yearned for the first grade again). We soon adjusted ourselves, how- eve', to a new and tougher routine. On September 28, 1944, loud sounds came from the girls’ gym and echoed through the Froebel halls. Why? The Sophomores were having their class elections. Once the spon- sors had quieted them down, they weic presented with their slate, then they proceeded to make nominations from the floor. By the end of the hour, the ballots had been collected, rind by the end of the day, the results were known: Catherine Taseff, pres- ident ; Jeanette Marckese, vice presi- de it: Mary Kozma, secretary; Ru- ben Hernandez, treasurer, and Mary Jane Hric, social chairman. Once a rain we were blessed with helpful and understanding sponsors. We traded our Freshman sponsors for Miss Bopp, Miss Brooner, Mrs. Deal and Mr. Knesek. October 10 found us meeting again to determine whether or not we would hike that month. The deci- sion was to hike to Marquette Pa- vilion on October 22. On that Sunday we met at 12:30 on the campus, lunches in hand. As soon as the group had assembled, we left for our destination. At 5 o’clock, after a busy day, we caught the bus home, completely exhausted. Now we are looking forward to our one and only dance, which is earning on the 27th of this month. May it be as successful as our Fresh- man Dance! AN EMBARRASSING MOMENT While sitting comfortably, in the fourth row of the main auditorium. I began displaying a beautiful, viv- idly colored knitted sweater that my aunt had made for me for my four- teenth birthday. In order to preserve it for future wear, I seldom wore it. A little bright-eyed grade school girl, directly in back of me, touched my shoulder. I felt the presence of her hand there, but thought nothing of it. A few minutes later, to my horror, I became conscious of the fact that three-quarters of my left sleeve was missing! Evidently, the innocent little girl had carelessly began tugging at a loose thread, and before anyone knew it;, she had tugged away my sleeve. You can imagine how I felt going around the school the remainder of the day. Incidentally, does anyone know of someone around Froebel who knits . . . Neatly? April 13. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Nine 1945 COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM UNDER WAY The students of the graduating class of 1945 soon will march sol- emnly down the aisle to the stirring strains of “Pomp and Circumstance.’’ The thirty-first commencement of Froebel High School will be held at 8:po p. m. in Memorial Auditorium on Wednesday, June 20, 1945. In accordance with custom, the program was arranged by the Senior sponsors: M rs. A. Jones, Miss M. Southwick, Mrs. K. Welsh and Mr. O. E. Fisher. Addresses will be given by Richard A. Nuzum, principal; the Salutato- rian and the Valedictorian, and two students from the auditorium depart- ment will present dramatic readings. Music will be provided by the Froebel band, and the a Cappella and .Aeolian choirs under the direction of Kenneth W. Rcsur and Adele Boh- ling Lee, respectively. Commencement exercises will be brought to a close with the presenta- tion of diplopias by Charles L. Lutz, superintendent of schools. SOPHOMORE MUSICIANS The Sophomore Class is well rep- resented in the Froebel Concert Band. Several members have good chances for first chair positions. In the woodwind section, we find Rose Kotlaroff playing the flute, Saverio Amatulli on the saxophone, Raymond Dian on the clarinet. In the brass section we see Jimmy Kotevich, bet- ter known as “Zimba,’ ’on the trum- pet, Albert Roscoe and Paul Domon- kos on the trombones. In the percus- sion department, we see Dean Tha- nos beating the drums and Ralph Vargas bn the tuba. Mgny of these student's wish to carry on their music after they have graduated. We do hope that they reach their goals and carry on as nicely as they have done in the years they have played with the Froebel bel band. Let’s hope that they re- member the school they came from, and the knowledge of music they received under the excellent tutoring of Mr. Resur. ANTHROPOLOGIST SPEAKS TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Dr. Ethel J. Alpenfels, an anthro- pologist of the University of Chicago, recently gave an interesting account of her experiences as an anthropolo- gist to the high school student body in the large auditorium. She spoke on the history of the classified races and how they devel- oped into what are today the white, yellow and black races. She described tiie fourth R” in education as human relationships, and her solution to the present-day racial problems is knowl- edge and understanding. During the latter part of the hour students in the audience asked Miss Alpenfels questions about or pertain- ing to Anthropology. This subject proved to be a new and enticing one as introduced to the Froebel students for the first time. FUTURE OSCAR WINNERS The Sophomore Class has quite a few Ingrid Bargmans and Bing Cros- bvs. Their talent is being developed by Mrs. Cohen in both the Citamard and Curtain-Time Dramatic Clubs. Although most of the Sophomores are in the Curtain-Time Dramatic Club, the following students have reached Citamard Dramatics: Jerry Capusan, Alex Marco, Mary Farkas and Rich- ard Smolnicky. T he Curtain-Time Dramatic Club has 22 members, nine of whom are Sophomores. The Sophomores arc:: Wendel Chismudy, Raymond Dian, Mary Jane Hric, Ninette Hodko, Steve Pipas, Georgian Pepoff, Joe Pollock, Ann Pividori and Angelo Verde. The officers of the Curtain-Time Dramatic Club are: Raymond Dian, president; Georgian Pepoff, vice president; Steve Pipas, secretary; Eli Leca, treasurer; Angelo Verde, so- cial chairman, and Wendel Chis- mudy, publicity chairman. Their last production was My Lady’s Lace. They are now prepar- ing, for future presentation. The Birthday of the Infanta, by Stuart Walker. Hitler and Mussolini are buddies. A buddy is a brother under the skin. A skin is something you love to touch. A touch is a hold up. When you hold up your hand, you gotta go. Therefore, Hitler and Mussolini gotta go. The Brighter Side of Life Here we are. looking at the bright- er side of life. Yep, we’re Sopho- mores. and that’s pretty good. (At .ca.-t, we think so.) Our Freshman ear started with quite a bang, but our Sophomore ear tops it ail. Elec- tion of officers for the class started t!ie year right, and in orde’- to ac- quaint you with them, we submit the : Lowing sketches: Catheine Taseff was elected as our president. She is of Macedonian de- scent, and was born on September 20, 1929, in Gary, Indiana. Cather- ine has made quite a hobby of differ- ent kinds of dancing. Her future am- bition is undecided, but whatever she decides upon, Catherine hopes to be successful, and don’t we all? Jeanette Marckese, vice president, was born on July 17, 1929. in Gary, Indiana. She is of Italian descent. She makes a hobby of reading adven- ture hooks. For her future, she may go into nurse’s training, but she is also slightly undecided. “You can’t tell,” she says, “because there are alwajs different things coming up. Mary Jane Kozma, secretary, was born in Gary on January 11, 1929. She is of Slovak descent. Her hobhv is jitterbuggin’ and she is simply ciazy about Harry James and his or- chestra. Mary has her future planned for she wants to become a famous ■ singer in order to make the men swoon. (But that’s only between us girls.) Ruben Hernandez, treasurer, was born in Gary on June 6, 1928, and. to he more specific, was born on a Tuesday at 2 a. m. He is of Mexi- can descent. “Dopey.” the name by which he is better known, makes quite a hobby of making new friends. For his ambition, Ruben wants to be an elevator boy on a one-story build- ing. But, seriously, he hopes to be an engineer. Mary Jane Hric, our social chair- man, who is last but not least, was born on November 29, 1929, in Gary. She is of Czechoslavakian de- scent. At present she is busy prepar- ing for the Sophomore Dance, but finds enough time to make a hobby of reading mystery books. A college edu- cation is her goal but if possible she would like to make a career of piano playing—a second Diana Lynn. _ ANSWER TO TRY YOUR SKILL BESSIE KOUGOUFAS. Pag© Ten THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 13, 1345 Our Thoughts Are With You Pfc. James Klimts, brother of Irene, is somewhere overseas. He is in the infantry and has been in sev- eral different states for training. ☆ Ptter Marino has begun work as a member of the naval reserve offi- cers’ training corps at Brown Uni- versity. Among a group of 65 enter- ing naval students this semester, Pe- ter is a member of the freshman class. While in school Peter participated in basketball and track. He is the uncle of Alex Marco. it it Pvt. James Blatsioris was home re- cently on a furlough. He has won many medals for shooting all sorts of rides. The news of Jim being in N ew York was received from his sis- ter, Angie. He is expected to go over- seas soon. Jim has seen the Status of Liberty. Radio City and Rocke- feller Center. He also saw some movie stars. it it it S l c George Radivan, brother of Helen, is stationed on an island in the Central Pacific. George, who is in the Scabees, was stationed in Cali- fornia before going overseas. S 2 c Tom Kougoufas, brother of Bessie, joined the navy in the summer of '44. He received his boot training at Sampson, New York. Tom was transferred into the Seabecs before going somewhere in the South Pacific. it it it Sgt. James Spasofj was stationed at Camp Stewart, Georgia, for his training. He now is overseas in New Guinea, where he became an M. P. He is a brother of Vickie. it tr it CpI. IP. Bodnar is in the Army Medical Corps, and stationed at Ma- nila. We learned from his brother. Joe- that he met Father Westcndorf. Catholic priest formerly of Gary, and Lew Ayres, the former movie star. ☆ ☆ ☆ Sgt. Sick Roman Jr., brother of Ann. entered the Army Air Corps in ’43. He had his training in several states for radio school. He learned to put radios together and take them apart. Nick is stationed in Italy, where lie sleeps in a tent and on v eekend passes goes to the city, to the U. S. O. dances, touring, and to see the ways of the Italian people. ☆ it S 2 c Mike Feryo is somewhere in the South Pacific. Mike seems to be having a good time playing basket- ball. swimming and working. He says it’s very warm out there and he’s getting a sun tan. Mike wishes he was home and we also learned from his sister Madge that he wishes that his friends would write to him. Well, students????? it Pvt. Chris ‘‘Louie Zelieralis, in the infantry, is at Camp Fannin, Texas. He is the brother of Mary. it it it Pvt. Boh Cervantes, brother of Theresa, and Pvt. Manuel Nova. fiance of Mary Mava, also are sta- tioned at Camp Fannin. They both are looking forward to that furlough. it it it Sgt. George Stupor is stationed somewhere in the South Pacific. He is a brother of Joe. He wishes that he could have been home for the sec- tionals and regionals. it it it Cpl. Michael Prascliak is stationed at Foster Field, Texas. He has taken a test which may qualify him for a gunner or a medical man on a B-29 in the naer future. Since Mike has entered the service lie has been a med- ical man. He has a brother, Albert, who attends Frocbel. S Sgt. William Hurey, uncle of Vickie Swalla, has been in the service for 38 months. He has served in the South Pacific for 26 months, but where he has fought is unknown. Be- fore leaving the states, he had his training at the Marine Base in San Diego, California. S 1 c Joe Poncsak was home on a 10-day leave from Camp Perry, Vir- ginia. He sees George Longazo ev- ery day. George works as a hospital corpsman. Joe has been guarding prisoners of war. If one goes over the fence, and Joe shoots him he gets a 30-day furlough. He has been at sea on a troop ship for four weeks helping with the transfer of prison- ers. P. S.: Joe has a tattoo on his arm. ☆ A letter recently arrived from Pfc. Manuel Saetas, stationed somewhere in F'rance, notifies us that his whole division received an Award for supe- rior performance of exceptionally dif- ficult tasks and maintenance of a high standard of discipline. Three service units have been awarded the Meritorious Service Unit Plaque by Com. Z. Hg. This Award, the high- est of its kind, is especially designated for A. S. F. units. The kind of work done is still not open to the public and can’t be discussed. it. it it Pvt. Elmer Molchan is being given tests to determine his qualifications as a pre-aviation cadet. Elmer now is undergoing the army air forces training command’s processing at Keesler Field, Miss. it it it The 338th Engineer General Ser- vice Regiment, with which Pfc. Joe Argostino is serving, has received a unit citation for outstanding per- formance of “an exceptionally diffi- cult mission” in Italy between July 17 and September 30, 1944. The regiment entered “one of the most completely destroyed ports encoun- tered in Italy” under artillery fire and through extensive mine fields, then cleared away debris and con- structed new facilities for reopening of the port, the citation said. ☆ Paulino Monterruhio, former F'roe- belite and a veteran of three years overseas, is home for 45 days. “Monty,” the name his crew chris- tened horn, has been spending his fur- lough visiting many friends he left, and missing boys that have gone into the service. He has seen quite a bit of action, having been in New Guinea, Austra- lia, the Philippines, and many other islands. Incidentally, his opinion of the Australian girls is “they are pret- ty, and many of them beautiful, but dumb in worldly affairs.” Monty was in the Philippines when he re- ceived word that he was given a fur- lough for 45 days. He goes back May 3. He doesn’t know where, but he has signed for overseas duty again. it it it The latest word on Larry Sanchez. reported missing since February, is that he is a prisoner of war in Ger- many. His mother received two postal cards recently, one from New York and one from Pennsylvania. Each was from a “ham” operator, and contained about the same message. The operators claimed they had tuned in an a frequency coming from Berlin. The message said: “Anyone listening, please notify my mother, in Gary, Indiana,” and he gave her ad- dress. “My name is Lorenzo San- chez, serial number 35148087. Am well, don’t worry.” We are glad to hear this and re- joice with his family. Steel Dust Journal ☆ A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LITE ☆ ☆ VOLUME II. No. 14 FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL GARY, INDIANA APRIL 27. 1915 mims “ARSENIC AND OLD LACE” TO BE GIVEN BY CITAMARD PLAYERS IN AUDITORIUM N ottiness in Brooklyn is no novel- ty. Nor for that matter, is murder. But it -emained for the “Citamard Pla; c s” to investigate the comic pos- sibilities inherent in such a combina- tion. The riotous result is to be seen in their blood-curdling comedy, “Ar- senic and Old Lace,” to be presented the 8th and 9th of May in the school auditorium. The poisonous pranks of two lov- able but distinctly pixilated old maids whose consuming passion is to mur- der their lonely male boarders, are laughingly recounted in the lethal iarcc, “Arsenic and Old Lace.” This they accomplish with the unwitting aid of an equally daft nephew, who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt. The return of a second, and criminally- itisane nephew with still another corpse, adds to the complications. Discovery of what’s going on by the only sane Brewster in the lot brings matters to a head. Nevertheless, it all works out happily. ((Continued on Page 8) OPEN LETTER TO THE STEEL DUST STAFF We of the Junior Class would like to thank you sincerely for taking time out from your many daily tasks to put forth this special Junior Edi- tion of the Steel Dust Journal. We are sure that in later years after grad- uation the Junior Edition will bring back cherished memories of our school life and acquaintances. It is then we will appreciate your work more than ever. ' The Junior Class also would like to give a special vote of thanks to Mrs. Uncapher and Miss Southwich for their many excellent suggestions and for the time given to this edition. Thanking you all again, “The Junior Class of ’45.” MEMORIAL SERVIOES HELD FOR F. B. R, In keeping with the solemnity of the hour, memorial services were held in the large auditorium on April 13, honoring our late President, Fanklin Delano Roosevelt. T hroughout the United States the day was proclaimed as one of mourn- ing and prayer for the nation’s chief executive and commander-in-chief. Many schools held similar services to pay tribute to this great man. As the students filed into the audi- torium, a reverent atmosphere pre- vailed. The first and last stanza of “My Country ’Tis of Thee” opened the services. The program proceeded in the following order: “A Nation Mourns,” by Mary Libassi; “The Lord’s Prayer,” sung by Gloria Go- non; “O Captain, My Captain.” re- cited by Edwin Gajewski: “A Re- view of the President’s Personal Life,” given by Mr. Nuzum; “Ave Maria,” a saxophone solo by Saverio Amatulli; readings by Olga Kimoff. John Baranko and Loretta Piatak, and a prayer by Reverend Cis. At ■ the conclusion of the service, taps were sounded by Daniel Pavloff and Nick Magurean, as everyone stood in silent prayer. The Aeolian Chorus sang “The Lord Bless You and Keep You” in the silence of the crowd. The entire nation in this hour of great sorrow will mourn our Presi- dent’s death for 30 days, terminat- ing May 14. The flag will be low- ered to half-staff every day during this period. LAKE COUNTY GIRLS’ CONFERENCE Approximately 800 high school girls attended the sixth annual Lake County Girls’ Conference, lcld re- cently at Roosevelt High Schooi. The morning session of t o re- ference, held in the school audit • rium. was opened by the president. Emmalyn Jenkins of Roosevelt. I heme of the conference v as “Win- ning IV ays, and topics for discus- :°i were: Winning Friendships, W inning the Game, Winning the War, and Winning Postwar Prob- lems. Dr. Phillip L. Franklin, well known psychiatrist of the Depart- ment of Public Welfare of Gary, talked on the theme, Winning Ways, liis speech was helpful and under- standing to many girls present. I he president dismissed the assem- bly, and the girls went to the mam discussion groups, headed by leaders from different schools. A question- naiie pertaining to boy and girl rela- tionships at the present time was given to each girl to fill out. The grouts were under way unttl 12:15 p. m., and at that time lunch was an- nounced. Pood was served in the (Continued on Page ) JUNIOR CLASS WILL BE GRADUATED IN 200 SCHOOL DAYSI ' After a series of tabulations that a.most broke the adding machine, it was discovered that the Junior Class of “47' has only 41 school days until they are the Senior Class of “46' and only 200 more days of school until they will be alumni. (My! How- tern- pus does fugit!) Of the 54,950,400 seconds in school lifetime, the Jun- iors have spent 37.670,400 of them. (If you don’t believe us, count ’em!) The Juniors have approximately 17,- 280.000 seconds until commencement. Now there are only 17,279.999 sec- onds. Are you making them useful? Page Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 27, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price 1 ft0 a Year R. A. Nuzum.................... Principal F S. Albright.........Assistant Principal STAFF Editor................Gertrude Danch Sports ...............John Baranko , Nick Stevoff Carl Taseff Copy........ .........Eleanor Berzish Ann Thome Circulation...........Ann Marencik Business Manager......Angeline Ramirez Service News..........Anglins Elmas Jeannette Marckese Class Sponsor Kathryn Welsh Printing Sponsor......Harvey Knesek Printer .....Fhll Pietrzak John Baranko Typing ...............Seventh Period Shorthand Claws mZt OF THE STUDENT TO A GREAT LEADER After the sudden shock of the death of Franklin Delano Roosevelt v ears off, we begin to realize the tre- mendous load he carried as President of the United States and Comman- der-in-Chief of our armed forces. For more than 12 years he carried this burden. As his countrymen mourn his death, they are thankful that he lived long enough to know that this country and its Allies were on the eve of victory over the ma- rauders of Europe. He knew that success over the Japanese enemy was inevitable. He knew the foundation f.ir a world peace structure had been laid. Now, after his death, the Al- lied Nations of the world will unite in a firmer loyalty to preserve the peace for which he gave his life. We a'e sure that history will record that Franklin Delano Roosevelt did not live—or die—in vain. —A Junior Student. JUST LONELY Other guys have a girl, To keep them company, Hut I’m all alone in this world, And living mournfully. Having a girl must be swell, I wish I had one, too, Then all my loneliness would be o'er. If that girl was you. —Ray Leonard Williams. JUNIOR PET PEEVES Esperanza Cardenas— 1 o see some- one you know wink at you. Helen Markovich—When someone savs “Move your body. On the Beam! FORGET ME NOTS— Student courts cases. Jinx Jubilee and the Pow Wow. Spring fever. George Ramusak’s ever so many tardy slips to make up. ONE FOR THE BOOKS— The fact that so many Froebcl students get sick on warm Friday afternoons. CORN ON THE COB— Mother, roll up the awning, fath- er’s leading a shady life! FACT OF THE WEEK— Johnny Weismuller, the Tarzan of the movies, once swam in the Froebel pool. COMING IN FROEBEL— F. B. C. Play. Citamard Players’ Production. May Ball. Prom. WOULDN’T YOU LIKE TO KNOW— If the Froebel track team will win the sectionals. How many days till school’s out. When the war will be over. What the girls are going to do for Prom dates. What kind of vitamins George Manos eats to push him first in the 220 against Roosevelt’s dow n- state boys. CONGRATS TO THE DESERVING— Stella Demos and Ann Feryo for their appointment to President and Secretary, respectively, of the Lake County Girls’ Association. John Baranko for winning a scholarship to Indiana. To Mike Shendrick and Verona Hughes for ranking first and sec- ond in the Class of 1945. And last, but not least, to the Juniors for this swell looking edition. Beamingly yours, THE FLASH. Irene Kozielski-—To see blue and green together. Mary Kopil—Hurrying to classes ail day. Francis Medved—To have some- one holler at men when I’m chewing a toothpick. Edward Komisarcik—Women. Bill Adams—To see girls wear Sloppy Joes. Mildred Ribar—To hear someone I'm wishing that your birthday And the year ahead will bring The happiest, the finest. The best of everything. ☆ Name—Class— Date Owen Bennett, Frosh.........April 16 Frances Gustelia, Soph......April 16 Savcrio Amatulli, Soph......April 19 Katherine Burr. Soph........April 19 Rosemary Feczko, Soph.......April 19 ngeline Ramirez, Senior....April 21 Panigrta Alexiou, Senior....April 22 Pearlfe Mae Evans, Soph....April 22 Tom Katsimpolis, Soph.......April 24 Margie Jarosak, Senior......April 27 Ronald Jones, Senior........April 27 Christ Anastoff, Senior.....April 30 MY EMBARRASSING MOMENT Being quite elated over the fact that Mother gave me money enough to buy a new’ skirt, I anxiously start- ed out to find the red skirt I had been yearning to buy for nearly three months. As 1 entered a store, my eyes were drawn toward a red pleated skirt. “Yes, I’ll try on that red one,” I said to the clerk. I tried it on. hut didn’t care for it, so 1 disgustedly grabbed my coat and set out to try another store. Upon entering th% store, I spied another skirt. I held it up to my waist so as to see how I tvould look in it. Then to my great surprise and embarrassment, I discovered I wasn't wearing a skirt. I quickly buttoned my coat and ran to the first store to claim my skirt. Blushing, I asked the clerk if I could look in the dressing room for a lost article. No, 1 didn’t buy a red skirt. Wasn’t that enough excitement for one day ? crack their gum. Rosemary Bonis—To sec someone wear stripes and plaids. Ann Koveck—Someone to pass in a car when it’s raining and splash me. Sylvia Enoshel—People who say, ( XT � IN ay, nay. Kcrmit Hopkins—Red hair. April 27. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three Guess Who?? “Dimples” is what the customers at Walgreens call her. Volleyball is her favorite sport and history her fa- vorite subject. She’s one of the lucky girls being taken to the Lew Wallace prom. Her best friend is Sylvia Co- jelja, and her locker partner is Ida Mae Lucco. You must have guessed who she is by now. Yes, that’s right, she’s the 5 feet 2, eyes of blue, Ann Koveck. This young man was born 17 years ago in Gary. His eyes are brown and his hair is amber. He is 5 feet 7 inches tall, and tips the scales at 125. He has no hobbies but in his spare time he plays his favorite sport, bas- ketball. He is quite active at Froe- bcl. He was a Student Council mem- ber and President of the Sophomore C lass. With all those hints, you should be able to guess it’s A tttly Poulos. Gypsy Rose Lee is this boy’s pin-up girl. He has brown eyes, black hair. 6 feet tall, and weighs 168 pounds. Crazy radio commercials arc his pet peeves and he is proud of his stamp collection. He is one of Froebel’s st ir trackmen and is expecting a call from Uncle Sam in another month. His name is George Manos. You always see her in the halls. Her nickname is Hattie. She’s 5 feet. 3 inches tall and has beautiful long blond hair which is always kept neat. You almost always sec her wearing skirts and blouses, most of ’em made by herself. Her favorite subject is sewing. Her best friends are Helen Markovich and Jane Leone. You can’t help but knowing it’s none other than that sparkling personality, Har- riet Trembicki. “Pretty dirty” is what you’ll hear her saying most of the- time. She’s 5 feet 5 inches, with beautiful green eves that at times look blue, dark blond hair and weighs 130 pounds. Whenever you see her she’ll be with her sister. Collecting stamps is her hobby, and she enjoys working at Walgreen’s. That’s right. All this description belongs to Rosemary Bonis. Shopper: “But this talking doll won’t talk.” Bright Clerk: “No; I’m sorry. You see, it’s supposed to belong to the diplomatic service.” BUY BONDS STAMPS INQUIRING REPORTER Thursday. April 12. 1945. was a rtav that will live in history, a day that was a shock to America and to the world alike. We as Froebel stu- dents shill never forget that day and as the news came to us the reactions were mutual, as shown by the Inquir- ing Reporter: Ray Williams'. “The report of the President’s death was a great shock to me. I was at home when a friend came in and told me. I thought he was joking, as often he does. But then I quickly turned on the radio, and the news was true. All I can say now is I hope Truman can carry on as President Roosevelt so ably did. and that there is no doubt in every American mind that President Roose- velt will be missed.” Stella Wukich: “We were concen- trating on our play, when James Cougias came in and very calmly to-d us the news, ‘Mr. Roosevelt died.’ We all laughed it off and thought it was some joke. ‘No jive.” he insisted, ‘the fellows heard it over the radio.’ We all tried to ignore the remark, but somehow the words kept running through our minds over and over again. We then turned on the radio. Sure enough, the news we got from James was true. 1 had the funniest feeling, and I kept insisting it wasn’t true. A great man who will be re- membered by generations to come, a t’ue friend of all.” Alex Molchan: “I came home after football practice to find out from my brother that our President had passed on. I was left with my mouth open, because my brother isn’t the jovial ty pe, and I knew he was telling the truth. President Roosevelt has been a grand President, and 1 hope Tru- man follows the policies Roosevelt advocated.” Dorothy Kisela: “I was at home listening to the radio when all of a sudden the program I was listening to stopped and the announcer told of the death of our President. I turned to another station to hear the same tiling. It was indeed a shock to me and to the world.” Chris Anglidis: “I was working at eisner’s when the shocking news can e to us by customers. It w as so unbelievable, I called the Gary Post- 1 ribune to be sure, and as the re- porter related the story to me 1 wa- overcome by the shock. Preside t Roo evcit was my friend, and yours, indeed, the friend of the world. 1 only hope Truman will do the same ior his country as Roosevelt, and I'm sire he will.” DO YOU REMEMBER? Joe Malocha’s story about the •hiniiig cioss in the 3:05 Engli h class. Mary Hostinsky’s navy blue cape. Joan Miccoiis and Pete Kovclciiko : lone in a corner at Co-Ed—they’re still at it. Henry Droz.a’s eager beaverish quest for knowledge in Algebra. Those memorable Freshman meet- ings, especially the first chaotic one with practically the whole .class at- tending. George Kelchak's shy and demure manner as compared with now. Mike Souronis’ dramatic ability back tage in Mrs. Harriman’s class. Diane Mihelic’s lunches in Westv’s gym class. The campus, and how all the I re 'ie girls hung out there noons and after school waiting to get a glimpse of their Senior Heroes! The time Jerry Polakis fainted in English just when Miss Connors was giving a huge homework assignment. A.I the silk stockings we collected as hreshmen, and had to count for weeks after. We even wore the stock ings on our heads. Anita Bury’s good head at figures in Algebra. She’s still good at it. Proof is her neat bookkeeping book. How short Milan Pavicich used to be. His height is increasing, girls! How Ann Thomas’ scalp used to turn red when she was embarrassed. It still does. Odell Walker when he was shorter than 6 feet. Was he ever? Tage Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 27, i 945 The Big Five” Not being different from Fresh- man and Sophomore classes, the Jun- ior C lass also has some noteworthy athletes. Following are sketches of iust a few of the “big shots” in Jun- ior athletics: DAN OPRISH T hroughout his three high school years, Daniel has taken an active part either in swimming, track or football. Dan, who has a sports record envied bv all Froebel athletes, is the holder of two letters for football. Dan’s time and interest at present are de- voted to track, in which he shows excellent possibilities. JOE KOVALC1K Joe Kolvy is one of the Junior Class’s most active athletes. Be- sides playing football and basketball in his Freshman and Sophomore rears. Joe also is quite active in box- ing circles. He has taken part in nu- merous Golden Glove fights, sponsor- ed by the C. Y. O., and has proved his ability as one of our foremost boxers. Best wishes from the Junior Clas.s JOE HAYDUK Jce has been elected the most ath- etic Junior boy by the members of his class. He excels in basketball, his favorite sport, even though he has Ha' ed football in all three of his high school years. He was a mem- ber of the Freshman and Sophomore varsity teams and has just finished placing a rugged season of basketball with the Senior varsity. MELVIN STROUD Another'of our outstanding Junior athletes is none other than Melvin •Stroud. Mel’s interest in sports be- gan while in grade school. Upon en- tering high school, Melvin took part in football, basketball and track. At present he is working on track and in the near future hopes to go down- state with our track team for a crack at the state championship. JIMMY CHRISTOFF An outstanding young man is Jim Christoff—in athletics, scholarship and leadership. Jimmy has been playing basketball ever since he could walk. Upon entering high school, he continued playing basketball on the varsity. During the last basketball season Jim had a knack for putting in points just when they were needed. With Jimmy on next year’s team, basketball prospects look good! BLUE BEVIIS SUFFER SETBACKS In a dual meet on April 6. Roose- ve.it conquered our Blue Devils, 72- 6. But in a triangular meet at Horace Mann, the Panthers won by only a 16-pcint margin. The table of points in the triangular were as follows: First. Roosevelt, 74; second, Froebel, 58; third, Horace Mann, 28. The summaries: Froebel-Roosevelt—April 6, 1945 120 yard high hurdles — Street, Roosevelt; Hadley, Froebcl; Allen, Roosevelt. Time, 15.8 seconds. too yard dash — Jackson, Roose- velt ; Stroud. Froebel; Young, Roose- velt. Time, 10.4 seconds. Mile run — Boxtell, Roosevelt; Randolph. Roosevelt; Ray, Roosevelt. Time. 5:09.3. 440-yard run — Jones Roosevelt: Haywood, Froebel; N. Young, Roosevelt. Time. 54.8 seconds. 880-yard run—J. Floyd. Roose- vent; Scott. Roosevelt; Fosterio, Froebel. Time, 2:12.5. 200-vard low’ hurdles — Stroud. Froebel; Jones, Roosevelt; Allen. Roosevelt. Time, 24 seconds. 220-yard dash — Jackson, Roose- velt ; White, Roosevelt; Manos, Froebel. Time, 24.5 seconds. Mile relay—Roosevelt — Floyd, Boxtell, Greer, Randolph. Time, 3:52- H alf-mile relay—Froebel—Manos, Hill, Johnson, Stroud. Time, 1:39-5. Shotput — Taliaferro, Roosevelt; Magurean. Froebel; Johnson. Roose- velt. Distaince, 45 feet 2 inches. Pole vault—Brown, Froebel; Tal- iaferro. Roosevelt; Jones, Froebel. Height, 10 feet 6 inches. High jump—Taliaferro and Floyd, Roosevelt, tied first; Jones and Had- ley. Froebel, tied third. Height, 6 feet. Broad jump — Taliaferro, Roose- velt; Hadley, Froebel; Hill, Froebel. Distance, 19 feet, 5 2 inches. Froebel-Roosevelt-Horace Mann April 10. 1945 l2o-vard high hurdles — Allen. Roosevelt; Leak, Roosevelt; Johnson. Froebel; Paso. Mann. Time, 16.1 seconds. too-yard dash—Stroud, Froebel: Moody, Roosevelt; Manos, Froebel; Lees, Mann. Time, 10.2 seconls. Mile run—Burns, Mann ; Goosby, Roosevelt; Hamer, Roosevelt; Ran- dolph, Roosevelt. T ime 4:55.7. 440-yard run—Haywood, Froebel; Richardson, Mann; Bark, Mann; Doby, Roosevelt. Time, 54.1 seconds. 220-yard low hurdles — Allen, Roosevelt; Jones. Roosevelt; Stroud. Froebel: Greenwald, Mann. Time. 24.9 seconds. 880-yard run — Floyd, Roosevelt; Lynch, Mann; Helwig, Mann; Fos- tcio, Froebel. T ime, 2:07.2. 220-yard dash—Manos, Froebel; Moody. Roosevelt; Jackson. Roose- elt; Hill, Froebel. Time. 23.7 sec- onds. Broal jump — Taliaferro, Roose- velt: Hill, Froebel; Hadley, Froebel; White, Roosevelt. Distance, 21 feet. 3 '4 inches. Shotput — Taliaferro, Roosevelt; Magurean, Froebel; Zeheralis, Froe- bel; Johnson, Roosevelt. Distance, 42 feet iil 2 inches. Pole vault — Jones and Brown. Froebel, tied first; Labroi, Roosevelt. Height, 10 feet 6 inches. Mile relay—Froebel—Roby. Bu- roll, Hadley, Haywood, first; Mann, second; Roosevelt, third. Tin 3 :44-7- Half-mile relay'—Roosevelt, firs1' Froebel, second; Mann, third. Time, i ;35-i- April 27. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Fivo JUNIOR BOYS ON FIGHTING FRONTS December 7, 1941. was the day the Japs made a sneak attack on Pearl Harbor. We were eighth graders at the time, big shots of Junior High School. The meaning of the attack did not sink quickly into our juvenile minds, but the next day it sank a little deeper when war with the Axis was declared. In September of 1942 we entered High School, and a few months later our first year of war had passed. The knowledge of what war can do to a nation became more and more distinct. In our own little way we tried to help by holding a silk stock- ing drive as a class project. That was about the last time any of the girls saw a pair of nylons. Bv the time we were Sophomores we knew what it meant to lose a person one loved. Our graduates of “41” and “42” were now in the thick of the battle. Some were getting captured, some wounded, and yes, some already had given their full measure of devotion. This was war! Terrible, heartrend ing and total war, as we soon found out. This year, our Junior year, a num- ber of our classmates began leaving. They will not be here for graduation to listen to the stains of “Pomp and Circumstance,” for they will be on some battlefield listening to the mu- sic that only gunfire and bombs can make. Those who are already in ser- vice will be joined by many more be- fore we are Seniors of “46. In the Navy we have Louis Hur- tado, somewhere on the high seas, and H’iUie Urban, missing in action, but who, we are sure, will come baHt to us some day. Frank Kmetz is the only Junior boy in the Coast Guard, and we are very proud of him. Some- where overseas is George Ratkovich, with the U. S. Army. How could we ever forget “Pushcart” with his cheery hello for everyone. In basic training at present are Garland Haynes. Manuel Nova and .Hike Berta, who never let their pals down. Biography Briefs Perhaps if our officers were old and learned this article would cover a whole page, but since they are like aH Juniors, young and waiting for what tomorrow brings, their biographies are of the briefest types. Edward Komisarcik. president n' the spirited Junior Class, has ben doing his best to lead the Junior- 1 o to success. Eddie is a typical :ooi.ing Junior boy with brown hair, b 'rj eyes, and sturdy build. Of Slovak d - scent, he was born in good old Gar . He just turned 18 on Friday, the 13th, but by no means is he a iinx to tlie Junior Class. When all tb chaos is over in the world be would like to try his hand at engineering Peter Kovalenko, vice president, is made up of a startling combination, blond hair and green eyes. His se' vice to the class has been just a startling. He was born 17 years ago on February 27, 1928, and is ver' proud of his Russian background Since then he has grown to a full 6 feet and spends his time primari ■ with the sport of football. Pete war' - in the Blast Furnace on weekends, but in later life hopes to become a rich man and spend the rc.-t of hi life taking it easy. Gasperine Parnpalone. secret w- . was born 17 years ago in Gary. She is of Italian descent, but lacks tie traditional Italian black hair. “Ga sic,” as her friends call her. spew'- all her spare time dancing and writ ing to her brothers in the service. In later years, Gasperine expects to be- come an “Angel of Mercy” or a sec- ictary to a merciless boss. Joe Kovalcik, treasurer, is verv adept in handling money, for he i- good at figures and we do mean tic mathematical kind. Joe has ash blond hair and brown eyes that attract hot the Freshman and Senior girls alike. Joe is a likeable fellow and has mam- winning ways. He is noted for lead- ership since he also is president o' a dub outside of school. At present be is enrolled in the C. A. P. here at school and hope- to continue hi- -est for airplanes in later years. Stella Demos, social chairman, in- Juiiior Birthday Greetings Good health and good spirits. And Fortune’s bright smile, A Birthday you’ll spend In pleasantest style. A day far surpassing All others you’ve spent A gay, unforgettable Happy event. ☆ tv ☆ Mary Marencik .............April • Stella Kusmercyk ..........April 7 George Kelchak ...........April 10 Edvard Komisarck ........April..12 Melvin Stroud ............April ! vdia Honchar ...........Apr,l 1 1 Mildred Ribar ............Apri, i0 Artemis Kvros ............April 22 Mary Halles ..............April 27 Manuel Mendez ............April 27 Alice Romanow ............April 29 JUNIOR DRAMATISTS The Junior Class is well repre- sented in the field of dramatic-. Those who have been selected fo ad- vanced training are now members of the Citamard Club, sponsored by Mrs. Cohen. During the rear the- work on one-act plays, radio scripts, and stage technique. At the end of the year they arc given active part- in tlie chosen three-act play. 1 hey now- are working on the difficult three-act production, “Arsenic and Old Face.” 'Flic ambitious actors and actres-es include Chris Angelidis. lerrv Ca- puson, Alex Marco, Estelle Pepoft, Stella Wukich, Pauline Zcherali . • er-v Polakis, Leonard Levenda. Ted 1 ak, Paul Diamond, Mary Farkas, Richard Smolnickv, Rose Argostirm and Ann Kalinich. rends to become the Helen Hayes o‘ the Junior Class. She is very much interested in drama, but between her studies, Co-Ed and Junior Class events finds very little time for it. Stella is 16 years old and of Greek parentage. She stands 5 feet and fir the little tyke she is. manages to d ) quite a bit for the Junior Class. .Hire Romanow, publicity chair- man. is a blue-eyed blond of 5 feet 4 inches and of Russian descent. She will be 17 this month. Her extra time at school has been mainly con- cerned with the Modern Dance Group, of which she is the chairman. Alice, too. has a liking for drama. She has no immediate plans for the future, but hopes that whatever she dues will fit in with postwar plans. BOARD OF CONTROL SPONSORS BOARD OF CONTROL April 27, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Pago Seven JUNIOR GO-ESS IN THE SPORT LIGHT The Junior girls can be proud of their membership in the G. A. A. From their Freshman tear on through the) have made and kept up a good record. There are many of them who are outstanding in athletics and fol- lowing are a few who are noted in certain sports: BASKETBALL Aloe Vulich, because of her height, has excelled in basketball. She has been a member of the G. A. A. for three years and now is chairman of her fa- orite sport and also is on this year’s varsity.' Gladys McKinnie, a Beta mem- ber, is another top-shot basketball player. Another three-year member of the club, she also is on varsity. Rose Boyajian and Annie Sandala have learned that body co-ordination and good timing are needed for a good game in this sport, and really show it. They work together in games and are considered the best by other members. BASEBALL Rosemary Bonis seems to crave baseball, and those who have seen her play can readily see why. She has played for C. Y. O. teams and been on G. A. A. varsity teams. Rose- mary also is one of our volleyball lovers. F. B. C. SPONSORS BAKE SALE The F. B. C. bake sale held recent- ly in the West Hall didn’t last as long as was expected. Huge chocolate cakes, cookies, cupcakes and foreign- made pastries were all sold within an hour and a half. This sale, one-of the first F. B. C. bake sales in a number of years, was planned enthus- iastically bv all the girls, and they all worked hard to make it the grand success it was. The following girls served as clerks: Angleen Elmas, Mildred Ri- bar, Irene Kozielski, Andriana Jollas, Ann Kalinich, Stella Demos, Artemis Kyros, Rose Marjanian, Mary Hos- tinsky. Marge Zoumis, Gloria Go- nan. Betty Kirla, Josephine Hirchak, Loretta Piatak, Mary Libassi, Joan Miccolis, Olga Kimoff and Alice Romanow. „30vi aio onv oinbshv. iAllflN S.1I GIRLS’ CONFERENCE (Continued from Page 1) cafeteria for the girls who didn’t bring a lunch. Dancing was provided in the gym during the lunch hour by an all-student swing orchestra. Many of the girls took time out to visit the exhibit of books for girls in the li- brary and the art exhibit of Murcie Poplar, student of Roosevelt School. The afternoon session opened with the Froebel modern dance group per- forming. After the dance program. Dr. Franklin returned to the stage to give a summary of the group discus- sions. Mrs. Lorene Green of Chicago followed with her speech on.“What Do You Think?” After her speech, a panel discussion was conducted, with the group leaders, Mrs. Lorene Green, Mr. Mark Roser, Mrs. Ruth Doneghy, Miss Alma Gilche, Miss Alpenfels, and the chairman. Dr. Franklin. The topic discussed most by the group was the lowering of the age limit for joining branches of the women’s armed forces. It seemed that many of the girls favo ed the lowering of the age limit, but Dr. Franklin saved “pat” on this. The highlight of the afternoon session w’as the announcement of t''e conference plans for next year. To the delight of Froebel students pres- ent, Stella Demos was chosen presi- dent of the 1946 conference, which will be held at Froebel School. Anne Feryo was named secretary of the coming conference. Stella was pre- sented with a bouquet of fhnvers by the Hy-Y Club. “There are three points to being glamorous: Simplicity, cleanliness and naturalness.” This information, and a lot more, was given by Air. Phil Parker, a hair stylist and beauty expert of Hotel Gary, at the climax of the conference. Questions con- cerning beauty care were asked by the audience, and Mr. Parker promptly answered many. Certainly everyone who attended the conference had an enjoyable time and surely will attend the conference at Froebel next year. Best w ishes and good luck to next year’s staff. DANSATION OF 1945 A JR.-SR. CLUB MUSICAL JUNE 13, 1945 Students I5C A ’ults 25« - ........• • - -■ Junior Fashion Experts Quizzed One of the most perplexing teen- age problems facing high school girls is just what to wear on one of your dates. According to some of our Jun- ior fashion experts it all depends on where you are going and what day it is. For a Sunday date, Betty Paska suggests a yellow tw'O-piece dress with brown and white spectator pumps, a plain brown straw purse, yellow daisies in your hair, and a brown gabardine topper. Widi this outfit your “one and only” should sit up and take notice. Stella Kusmercky recommends something neat and sim- p’c for weekend dates. A brown skirt and a brown and white checked blouse; a white station wagon coat with the blouse collar showing, brown and white saddle shoes, with white anklets and a white bow for your hair should do the trick. For a for- mal affair, Ann Koveck suggests this stunning outfit: A blue net formal with a pink cape and pink sandals. Top this off with a pink beaded purse to match and you are definitely on the beam. While walking through school the ( ther day we couldn’t help but no- tice the many Junior girls who are wearing the latest things straight from the pages of Mademoiselle and Vogue. For example, Lydia Honchar came to school one day wfearing a cute pink biouse, navy blue skirt and a pair of sparkling blue beads. Sylvia Cojelia had on a becoming outfit. It was a green jacket, white blouse, and a black skirt. Anne Feryo was sporting a cut fuchsia blouse buttoned down the back, and a cocoa brown suit. Sylvia Enoshel walked into class in a gray plaid skirt, made by her lily white hands, and a gray matching sweater with a white blouse. Olga Betkow had a neat looking blouse with the cutest purple skirt. Even though a few girls wear suits and a few wear sport dresses, the ex- perts agree that a skirt and sweater or a skirt and blouse are the best out- fits for school. „30V1 aio aNV 0IN3SHV.. 6 pue 8 iiiioiaawwviD v Page Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 27, 1945 JUNIOR GLASS PERSONALITIES Following is the final result of the Junior personality poll: Cutest Junior Girl— Angie Elmas. Cutest Junior Boy— Jim Christoff. Most Vivacious Junior Girl— Angie Roganovich. Most Vivacious Junior Boy— Alex Vagenas. Most Popular Junior Girl— Alice Romanow. Most Popular Junior Boy— Joe Kovalcik. Most Studious Junior Girl— Mary Ellen Neal. Most Studious Junior Boy— Edward Komasarcik. Wittiest Junior Girl— Mary Hostinsky. Wittiest Junior Boy— Dan Oprish. Most Athletic Junior Boy— Joe Hayduk. Most Athletic Junior Girl— Malina Vulich. Most Friendly Junior Girl— Eleanor Bcrzich. Most Friendly Junior Boy— Carl Taseff. Most Courteous Junior Girl— Eulla Witaker. Most Courteous Junior Boy— Joe Amatulli. Most Ambitious Junior Girl— Artie Kyros. Most Ambitious Junior Boy— Phil Pietrzak. Junior Girl with the Most Sparkling Eyes— Stella Demos. Junior Boy with the Most Sparkling Eyes— John Vucekovich. Junior Girl with the Prettiest Hair— Ann Thomas. Junior Bov with the Nicest Hair— Leonard Levenda. Junior Girl with the Most Pleasant Smile— Estelle Pepoff. Junior Boy with the Most Pleasant Smile— Ted Izak. Junior Girl with the Nicest Figure— Betty Paska. Junior Boy with the Nicest Figure— Pete Kovelenko. BIOLOGY STUDENTS HAVE A FISH EXHIBITION If any of you happened to stroll into the Senior Library recently, you might have imagined yourself in a fish-bowl, for placed around the li- brary were colored pictures of various kinds of fish. These fish were drawn by Miss Maiiath’s 10:35 and 12:15 Biology Classes as part of their laboratory work. They were studying the Pisces nd as many of you old Biology stu- dents remember, that is the family to which fish belong. The following students drew these different fishes: Lula Mae Harris, yellow perch; Dolores Olaf. pickerel; Esther Dibiase, bluegill; Anna Ro- man, common dogfish; Arlene Rei- thel, big mouth bass; Angeline Pou- los, whitefish; Mike Vass. flounder; John Ellison, catfish; Gus Lenox, trout; Anthony Pampalonc, sword- fish ; Bruno Benedvk, pike perch; Mary Lou Bovajian, bubhlefish; Francis Demeter, perch; Stella Klim- is, tunafish; Isadore dc Orta, sun- fish; Lillian Pipas, goldfish, and Rosemary Capusan, angelfish. Not only were these drawings a help to the Biology students in their work, but also it was fun to make them. JOHN BARANKO WINS SCHOLARSHIP John Baranko recently received no- tice that he had won a $75 scholar- I'ip from the “State and Spcical Me it Scholarship Competition Com- mittee” of Indiana University at Bloomington, Indiana. John competed against approxi- mately 1,00a other Students, and was among those who were chosen for part scholarship. Froebel School is p;oud of John, and we wish him many more successes in the future! ARSENIC AND OLD LACE (Continued from Page 1) ■ The excellent cast includes Mary Libassi, Gloria Gonan, Loretta Pia- tak and Stella Wukich, who play the zaney aunts; Jerry Polakis appears as the bugle-tooting “Teddy” Roose- velt, daft but harmless; Edwin Ga- jewski and Leonard Levenda as a dramatic critic; Olga Kimoff and Estelle Pepoff as Elaine the pretty girl next door engaged to Mortimer; John Baranko and Arnold Bernstein in a Boris Karloff type of role; Chris Angelidis as his sinister accomplice, and Richard Smolnicky as a sensi- tive cop with playwriting ambitions. Other outstanding players in the cast are Steve Badylak as Inspector Rooney; Paul Diamond and Theo- dore Izak as the cops; Alex Marco as the Rev. Dr. Harper, Elaine’s fath- er; Joe Pollack and Raymond Dian as Mr. Witherspoon, superintendent of the booby hatch, Happy Dale; Isadore De Orta and Eli Leka as the lonely boarder, Mr. Gibbs. The play is produced and directed by F'lorence Cohen, sponsor of the f itamard Players, assisted bv her stu- dent director, Pauline Zeheralis. JOYOUS JINX JUBILEE The Freshman Class that once held a “Jinx Jubilee” on February 13, 1942, used the same theme for their last class dance on April 13. 1945. and everyone proclaimed the repetition a success. The crowd began to stream in at 8 p. m., paying no attention to the broken mirror on the door of the girls’ gym. or to the ladder placed at the entrance so that each person had to pass under it in order to reach the dance floor. The gym was attractively and ap- propriately decorated with black and ; cllovv streamers and black cats and 13s” adorning the walls. Music for the affair was provided by Billy Mi- chael’s orchestra. Pop and potato chips ere sold at a refreshment stand. The social committee in charge of the dance was headed by Ann Pavi- eicll. The other members were Ed- xvard Yukl Senior Class President; Lucille Badanish, Dora Mackin, George Ramusack, Rose Polizzotto. Joe Kozma, Violet Frankovic and Robert Niekovich Kathryn Welsh, Anne Jones, Margaret Southwich and O. E. Fish- er are the Senior Class sponsors. April 27, 1945 THE STEEL DUET JOURNAL P773 NSns JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY No different from any other Fresh- pen. we, for a whole year, we e branded with various names such as: “Greenie,” “Little Freshie,” “Green- horn,’' or others. Our slate of officers this vear in- cludes president. Joe Kovalcik; vice p cudent, Joan Miccolis: secretary. Mary Berea; treasurer, Henry Dro- 7,a; social chairmen, Estelle Pepoff and Angleen Elmas: publicity chair- man. Eleanor Berzich. A-ter adjusting ourselves to the novelty of high school life, we used cur originality and conducted a silk stocking drive. This, through the co- operation of all Froebel students, turned out very successfully. At our first after-school dance we discovered that among our group wc had several who could “cut a rug” without scissors. We didn’t have a chance to see what the boys could do, for it was evident that they fe’t t’ e walls of the gym were in need of ad- ditional support. Later, when e held our evening dance, more dancers v ho knew each other better crowded our floor. Later in the year we gave the us- ual “Freshman Welcome Day” for the new members coming into high school. Our class was sponsored by Miss Monahan, Miss Williams. Mr. Sau- lier and Mr. C. Bergstrom, since re- tired. And then came that day when we could call someone else those dreaded names! We could get farther and do more. By now we were better ac- quainted and knew quite a lot about Froebel! Yes! Yes! We were Sophomores. We elected our class officers: Pres- ident, Andy Poulos; vice president. George Skaltas; secretary, Dan Oprish; treasurer, Leonard Levenda; publicity chairmen, Helen Fiffick and Ed Komisarcik; social chairmen, Alex Molchan and Stella Demos. •Along in April came our dance, Dew Drop Inn,” and they sure dropped in. Members from all classes came to the dance. It was one of the most successful of the whole year, and we were quite proud of our- selves. Miss Bopp, Miss Brooner, Miss Rutz and Mr. Chamberlain led us through this year. I hese two semesters passed soon, too, and in the fall of 1944 we en- tered as Juniors. Upper classmen! Oh, it felt good to feel above others —even if only in name. This year’s officers are: President, Ed Komisarcik; vice president. Pete Kovalenko; secretary, Gasparine Pampalone; publicity chairman, Alice Romanow; social chairman, Stella Demos. We have this year as our sponsors, Miss Gohdes, Mrs. Stewart, Mr. Chamberlain and Mr. Val Aurit. This also was a successbful year for us which is shown by the “Bow Sale” (held by the Journalism Class), to which the Juniors contributed $16.55 —more than any other single class. Our dance, “Pumpkin Prome- nade.” was held November 22. In February, we passed from iiB’s to nA’s. Now our goal is to reach 12B and from then on our lives will be shaped accordingly. We have all had a happy high chool life, full of eventful happen- ings in the first years of school. We are looking forward to a more acti'-e senior year and even more success in all our school events. PROM INFORMATION The 1945 Junior-Senior Class Prom definitely will be on June 9. After much deliberation at class meetings, the Crystal Ballroom was selected for the occasion. Seniors are request- ed to obtain their parents’ slips and tickets from Mrs. Welsh, and the Juniors from Mrs. Stewart. The price of the prom tickets is $2 a cou- ple. and $3 for alumni. Committees for the prom will be announced later. BUT BONDS THIS SPECIAL EDITION DEDICATED TO JUNIORS following the Freshman and Soph- omore editions of the Steel Dust Jour- nal, the Juniors (not wanting to be left behind) got busy and decided to put out on edition of their own. Due to the fact that the newspaper staff is composed of many Juniors, it was not necessary to elect reporters, as was the case with the Freshmen and the Sophomores. The Juniors who are responsible for most of the writeups are: Anne Feryo, Ida Mae Lucco, Olga Bcl- kow, Dorothy Palacz, Angie Elmas Ann Thomas, Veska Naidenoff and Jerry Polakis. You can thank Mary Ellen Neal and Bette Roberts for the splendid arrangement of the pie- tor this issue was compiled and ar- ranged by Nick Stcvoff, editor of the Junior Edition. After hours of writing, rewriting and more rewriting, we have pre- sented you with an edition which wc hope will truly reflect the Junior Class of “45.” We hope you like if! Our Thoughts Are With You Emil S. I'edorchak, a former Froe- bel basketball player, has been over- seas since October, 1044, with Pat- ton's Third Army, and drives a jeep in his capacity at battalion messenger. He has sent his vvi c, the former Marge Marencik, sister to Mary, a p-ir of red wooden shoes from Bel- gium. together with numerous other souvenirs from England and France. While in Belgium he and four of his friends lived in a private home for a short time that was occupied by an elderly couple and their daughter and son. The lady of the house offered to make an apple pie, since she knew that it waS a favorite dish with all the doughboys. He says that all this was appreciated, due to the fact that -ration points are scarce. He has been to the cities of Bastogne and Neuf- chateau in Belgium; also took part in Patton’s assault on the Rhine. Pvt. John M. Kopil has been act- ing as a sergeant, so his brother Andy has informed us. He wears a decade of medals for passing all his training tests with flying colors. Having only four months of training, he was ship- ped overseas to a combat zone in Germany. Page Ten THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL April 27, 1945 £ Our Boys M T 'ROUND llrfi THE WORLD Pfc. Nick Pampqlone, brother of Gasperine, is somewhere with the Seventh Army in Germany. Being with tile Harbor Craft Division for eight months in England, he was transferred to the infantry. it it ☆ Norman Peithal, S i c, has been in Alaska after finishing boot train- ing. He says that the weather was wonderful but a little too cold, but now that he is somewhere in the South Pacific it is a little too warm, but that he isn’t going to gripe. ☆ •£ Edward hrasoczka, A. P., brother of Eleanor, finished boot training at Great Lakes, had a short furlough, and went back to go into Yeoman School. He really wanted to get into the Medical Corps, but since it was already full, he had to drop out. Ed- ward had the pleasure of singing v ith the Great Lakes Navy Choir while stationed there. 6 Corp. John Postero, brother of Sam, is a radio instructor at Scott Field, Illinois, and is expected to have a furlough some time within the next few weeks. is it it Steve S. Stevoff, S 2 c, compelted advancede training at Port Hueneme, Calif., and was then transferred to the Philippines, where he expects to see plenty of action very soon. While on board ship each man was rationed to two candy bars and one bottle of pop, so his brother Nick reports. ☆ ☆ ☆ Clyde Watts, S i c, writes to his sister Lorraine and tells her that the Honolulu girls are very beautiful. He has been with the Seabees since November, 1943, and has been across about a year now. ☆ ☆ ☆ Many other boys and girls of the Junior Class have brothers and sisters in the armed forces. They did not sign their slips to help us tell you anything about them, and for this we are sorry. We arc sure if all stu- dent's knew how much this news means to the boys and girls in service the members of the Junior Class would have been a little more co-op- erative regarding service news. f V- Q The best thing that can happen to you u'hile serving your country in Italy is meeting up with one of your old friends from Gary. Eddie Wan- sowicz was never so surprised as he was one day when he looked up and v ho should be standing there but one oL his old friends, Pfc. Steve Belkow. Jr. After talking over many pleas- ant memories about school and Gary they both had to leave. Each boy promised to see the other more often, now that they know' each other’s whereabouts. Steve also recently had the pleasure (or trouble) of traveling 150 miles to visit with Andrew Morales. He arrived just in time to bid Andy goodbye before he moved up with his group to the front lines. Steve said Andy was the first G. I. he had ever seen who had gained weight on C ra- tions. Both boys had a grand visit, comparing notes and recalling espe- cially their Senior year when they both served on the staff of Steel Dust Journal. it it is Cpl. Joe Yulia, stationed in the Central Pacific, sent a donation of money in gratitude for us sending him the Steel Dust Journal (wre ap- preciate your gift, Joe, and will use it to send more Froebelitcs the pa- per). Joe has been in the Central Pacific for 17 months and has four more to go before furlough time. He formerly was with Mike Spak and Ludwig Yelucich, but they left to go to different places. it it it Steve Hajvert, Ph.M. i c, now has new duty aboard ship as a phar- macist. He w'as on an island dispen- sary in New Caledonia, which was far from everything, but now' he is closer to home transportation. On the ship they have everything from soup to nuts. Steve calls the I’SS Presi- dent Hayes a city afloat. It is equip- ped like a hospital but in reality is a troop transport. Steve expects to see a little of the “beautiful” Central Pacific before coming home, but he promises to pay the school a visit. He recently was promoted and the next advancement is chief rate. We wrish him ail the luck! it it it Cpl. Anthony Niksich ‘recently has arrived overseas. He is in the armj tank corps. it it it Willie Martin of the paratroopers suffered frostbite during the January offensive of the Nazis in Belgium and was sent to a hospital January 22. He has recovered and is back on duty. Martin entered the army in October. ’43, and went overseas in May the following year. While in Froebel, he was a star on the school’s amous 1940 championship basketball team. is it i I mis Hurtada, Jr.. S 2 c, is some- where in the Pacific, and the Navy allows him to say he took part in the naval victory in the battle of Iwo Jima, only 750 miles from Japan. Louie says hello to all his friends, and wishes they would write to him. He says the chow' is okay, but sleep —hardly enough. Louie has a little advice to give (of all people): “to stay in school, study hard, and don’t think they know it all.” it is it Pvt. George Suci recently has been transferred from Camp Fannin, Texas, to North Carolina State Col- lege at Raleigh, North Carolina. After graduating from Froebel in 1942 he entered Purdue University and studied electrical engineering for two years before entering the armed forces. it it it Pvt. Albert Bley, a recent induc- tee, is stationed at Camp Robinson, Arkansas, training as an infantry- man. Up to the present he has found it hard to become acquainted with anyone, so he misses Gary very much. John Yiyce” Zarik, S i c, had his boot training at Great Lakes, 111. At first, he was in the ambulance corps, but then dropped because they had more than their quota, so Yiyce had to take the regular boot training. After a short leave he was shipped out and is now somewhere in the Pacific. We were glad to hear from him. it it is Pvt. Mitch Biedutewicz is at Camp Ord, California, with the cavalry, awaiting embarkation orders. He likes the cavalry very much because he hasn’t any walking to do. The best thing, though, is that his horse is furnished—regular GI issue. CHANGE OF ADDRESS Pfc. Paul J. Kacmar, 35242784, Co. D, 382 Inf., APO No. 96, c o P. M., San Francisco, Calif. it it is Pvt. Andy Morales, 35869880, Hq. Co., 84th Cml. Mortar Bn., APO No. 464, c o P. M., New York, N. Y. VOL. II No. 15 Steel Dust Journal ☆ ☆ A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LITE ☆ ☆ FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL -7- GARY, INDIANA MAY 11. 19« “ARSENIC AND OLD LACE” WAS KILLER DILLER Trees, you may be interested to learn, are not the only things that grow in Brooklyn. Another flora which flourishes luxuriantly is farce comedy. Proving the point beyond all doubt was the Citamard Players’ comedy hit, “Arsenic and Old Lace,” which, with an excellent cast, was presented in the school auditorium Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. Judging from the iontinuous laughter which marked both perform- ances, a more effective gloom chaser or a better combination of clowning and suspense would be hard to find. This Broadway success which ran for more than fout years, sets forth the collective careers of the Brew- ster family, said careers showing an amazing tendency toward murder. Any attempt by this reviewer to credit the show’s success to any sin- gle individual would be unfair. A combination of topnotch direction and superior performances all con- i'Cow inueiY on Page y) FROSH BOBBY SOX BALL Do you wear bobby sox ? Even if you don’t, you’ll be sure to have a swell time at the “Freshies’ Bobby Sox Ball” tonight from y130 to 10:30 in the girls’ gym. Herby Cox and his band will be there to make you want to jive and jump or just waltz dreamily around the floor with your dream guy or gal. When you are tired of dancing you can always go to the refreshment stand for pop and potato chips. All in all, you can be sure of hav- ing a neat time, so don’t forget to get your ticket today! Ticket sellers are George Demos, Jean Vavra, Bessie Georgeadis, Frank Miccolis, George Daicoff, Jimmy Cougias, Mary Souranis, Iva Yates, Doris Audenert, Peter Bel- lesis, Irene Pietrzak, Eli Leka, Mil- dred Cugal and Betty Bushwty. Sor- ry, no tickets sold at the door. F. B. C. Plans May Ball On May 19th, beautiful and spa- cious Marquette Park Pavilion once again will be the scene of one of the yearns most looked forward to occa- sions, the Froebel Booster Club’s an- nual May Ball. This gala affair will start promptly at 9:00 p. m., and will come to a close at the stroke of 12. Lovely ladies in flowing formals and gallant gentlemen in tropical whites will glide gracefully around the dance floor to the lilting strains of Renold Young and his orchestra. Clever dance programs are in the making and each girl and boy attend- ing the ball will receive one as a sou- venir. A splendid innovation has teen planned by the board members, but it will not be disclosed until the night of the May Ball so as to be a surprise. However, we CAN reveal some- thing that will be a pleasant surprise to all those attending. If it is a warm spring evening, the terrace will be opened for dancing, although you will not be permitted to wander away from the pavilion. Invitations have been extended whole-heartedly to school officials, members of the faculty, and to the parents of the students. Sponsor and supervisor of Froebel Booster Club is Miss Blanche Lig- gett. V-E DAY MAY 8, 1945 The day we’ve waited for at last is here After months and days of great anxiety, A d tho' gh we’d really like to cheer, We must not lend ourselves to gaiety. But rather shall we give a thankful prayer For perhaps the worst of it is won. Pray, also for the boys left over there, And that the rest will soon be done. —M. E. N. POW-WOW WAS SCENE OF FUN On Friday evening, April 20, the YWCA was the scene of the 21st annual Junior-Senior Pow-Wow. One could see students in little, animated groups, trying their hand in games such as cards, Chinese check- ers, ouija boards and pingpong. Oth- ers were grouped around a piano singing merrily. A few vivacious cou- ples danced to music coming from a (Continued on Page 8) MAY CALENDAR May 2—Honor Society Induction. May 8 and 9—“Arsenic and Old Lace.” May 10—Euclidean Circle Picnic. May 11—Freshman Dance. May 12—Alpha G. A. A. Banquet (Hotel Gary). May 17—F. B. C. Plav. May 19—F. B. C. May Ball. May 23—Froebel Concert. May 25—Beta G. A. A. May Ball. May 30—Decoration Day (holidoy). Page Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 11, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price — .....a Year R. A. Nuzum.................. Principal F. S. Albright Assistant Principal STAFF Editor. ........Gertrude Danch Sporta.................Nick Stevoff John Baranko Carl Taseff Copy ..... ........Eleanor Berzish Ann Thomas Circulation ...........Ann Marencik Business Manager Angellne Ramirez Service News ..........Angllne Elmas Jeannette Marckese Class Sponsor . Kathryn Welsh F’rtnting Sponsor......Harvey Knesek Printers Phil Pietrzak John Baranko Typing ....Seventh Period Shorthand Class TO BLAME OR NOT TO BLAME Zing! That bullet was mighty close. Now Johnny knew exactly «here that Jap was. Take careful aim, Johnny, and pull the trigger. Nothing but a click was heard ; John- ny didn’t have another bullet. This was awful, and the only thing he could do was to try and make a break for it, but he didn’t make it! He was shot down in his tracks by a grining Jap! Why didn’t Johnny have that bul- let which would have saved his life? Was it because the students at Froc- bel School didn’t buy enough war stamps and bonds on 100% Day? This could be true. When it is said there will be a ioo% Day, it means exactly that, and not 50% or 75%. On the other hand, the students r a have something to say about it. They are notified too late about 1 oor r Dav, and they do not know when the day will be so they can buy stamps and bonds. Whose fault is it ? 'Ihe persons in charge of 100% Day? We are sure that if every student knows when 100% Day is, at least a day o’' two ahead of time, there will be 100% in the purchases of stamps and bonds, and there will always be enough bullets for guys like Johnny. Courtesy is a magnet which at- tracts people and smooths success.— (' nknown. Therc are two times in a man’s life when he should not speculate: when he can’t afford it, and when he can. —Mnrk Twain. When a man tries himself, the ver- dict is usually in his favor.—Howe. An obstinate man holds no opinions -—they hold him.—Bishop Butler. On the Beam . . . Forget Me Nots— The semi-professional production, “Arsenic and Old Lace.” Junior-Senior Club Barn Dance. Sophomores’ Stardust Dance. Mr. Butler’s bow ties. The Bell telephone demonstration. Daffynitions of the kVeek— A peroxide blonde—an established bleachhead. An apostrophe—a comma that blew its top. One for the Books— Leonard Levenda’s heartbeat. fVouldn’t You Like to Know— Where Andy Panos gets his flashy combinations. What Indian scalped Charles Odar. Where Kermit Hopkins, Jesse James, Eddie Gray and Clayton Hannah take their tap dancing lessons. A Lyric— Mary had a little light, She trained it well, no doubt, For every time her boy friend called, The little light went out! Congrats to the Deserving— To the Euclidean Circle for their morale-boosting letters to the alumni of the club who are in the service. To the Honor Society initiates. To the students and faculty who appeared at Joe Bouzas’ Memorial. Beg Your Pardon— To the Sophomore Class for neg- lecting to publicize their Stardust Dance in the last issue of the paper. To Nelle Craig, whose picture ap- peared with the Junior Students instead of in the Board of Control Group for which she works so ar- dently. Beamingly' yours, The Flash. Virtue is not left to stand alone. He who practices it will have neigh- bors.—Confucius. AMUSING MUSINGS My wife tells me I have a head like a doorknob. It’s so easy to turn. —Sgt. Mike Rapchak. Better be alone than in ill com- pany! My little sister heard a radio com- mentator say that chaos reigns in Germany and she wants to know what happened to Hitler. —Don’s Little Lulu. The greetings very special Because YOU’RE special, too, Here’s wishing birthday happiness. The best you ever knew. NAME----CLASS--- DATE Rose Ensalaco, Junior............May I John Lucas, Soph ................May 2 Eliza Ross, Senior ..............May 2 George Burrell. Soph ........May 3 Loretta Piatak, Senior ......May 3 Willie Williams, Junior .....May 5 Richard Ciesielski, Frosh ...May 6 Connie Paligraph, Junior ....May 8 Anthony Yukl, Frosh .............May 9 John Baranko, Senior ........May 10 Eddie Mae Field, Junior.......May 10 Nick Stroguludis, Soph ......May 10 Hubert Roberson, Junior .....May 12 Betty Kirla, Junior..............May 13 Rosemary Petroff, Frosh .....May 13 Emogean Henderson, Junior..May 15 WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR THE WAR EFFORT? “Why buy defense stamps? The war is almost over.” That seems to be the opinion of a lot of students on 100% Day. Well, they are decid- edly wrong. The war is not over and it possibly won’t be for a long time to come. The money that is collected through the stamp sales on 100% Day is used to buy materials essential to the winning of the war. Students who refuse to participate during the time stamp sales are held, are helping to lengthen the war. You haven’t, by any means, done your part in this war by buying a 10 cent stamp on 100% Day. The price you are paying is only a slight frac- tion of what the soldier on the front is giving. If every student bought his share of stamps on 100% Day, there would be a greater chance of a speedy vic- tory. Next 100% Day let us see what the Froebel students can do to help bring the war a little closer to the last day. Marie A.: I took three aspirins and it didn’t help my headache. Connie M.: Nothing could ever find your brain! May 11. 1945 Page Three Mike Shendrick Valedictorian—Class of '45 Upon interviewing the Valedicto- rian of the Class of ’45, Mike Shen- drick appeared to be the sort of per- son who was willing, but didn’t seem to know what to tell about himself. However, with a few questions here and there, and a short conver- sation, Mike tells his he was born in Gary, August 1, 1927, of Russian parentage, and has lived and been educated in Gary and at Froebel ail his lifetime. Mike, a three and a half year grad- uate, started at Froebel when he was 5, and he tells us then he made only pretty fair grades. He attributed this to taking time out for childhood illnesses and a broken arm. Although he has never studied it, Mike likes any kind of music. He mentioned a few likes, such as hik- ing, in the line of sports, and math, physics and chemistry in the line of study. His- one dislike, strange as it may seem, is reading. Questioned about his ambitions, he says he wants to be a draftsman if he can get into the mill this summer. If not, he hopes to go to Purdue Uni- versity to study chemical engineering. Mike doesn't spend much time at athletics, since he has six solids and no study hall hour. He and his broth- er. Alex, deliver papers after school. Mike spends a lot of time with his drafting set at home. He says he likes to make things for the neigh- bors. So now we know a little about the leading student of the Class of ’45. We congratulate him and wish him luck for the future. NEW MEMBERS INDUCTED INTO HONOR SOCIETY During an impressive ceremony in the school auditorium May 2, new members, who were elected to the so- ciety a few short weeks ago by the faculty, were formally inducted into the Froebel Chapter of the National Honor Society. This semester’s crop, which was feted at the induction, in- cluded Peter Stefanik, Phil Pietrzak, Andy Costakis, Willie Williams, Anita Bury, Mary Ellen Neal, Lydia Honchar, Gloria Gonan, Mary Li- bu and Olga Kimoff. They have not bassi, Christ Anastoff, George Strim- only achieved the society’s standards — THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL for good scholarship, hut also the standards for good service, leadership and character. 1 he induction ceremony include 1 selections played by the Concert Or- chestra, directed by Mr. Resur; a vocal solo by Angeline Ramirez, and a : pecch especially written and orate 1 by Rev. Seeley of the Central Chris- tian Church. Opening remarks were given by Mr. Nuzum. The officers, John Baranko, Edwin Gajewski, Irene Bollog an i Vicky Kyros, ad- ministered the cath and proclama- tions that officially made the ini- tiates full-fledged members. Whole hearted thanks should go to Miss Cooper and Miss Labb for their efforts to make the program a success. HONOR STUDENT STANDARDS A good citizen should incorporate into himself not only the virtues of intelligence, but also, the merits of good leadership, service and charac- ter. Without these additional quali- ties a person’s life would not be filled. What good is knowledge without applying it in the form of leadership and service? What knowl- edge you have gained must be used to some sort of advantage. It must not be permitted to lie dormant in your cranium. Then, too, there is character. With a good character you can have the world at your feet. Character does not depend solely upon intelligence. With a good character you can be- come a good follower besides a good leader. And you can’t be of any service unless you do have a good character. In order that this be a prosperous country, we must have citizens that have the qualities of good scholar- ship, leadership, service and charac- ter which, also, arc the standards of the National Honor Society. Verona Hughes Salutatorian—Class of '45 Verona Hughes, salutatorian of the graduating senior class of ’45, was “knocked cold,” as she put it, upon being informed' of the great honor given her. As for commencement night, she says she’ll be frightened. Just enough, however, to do a good piece of work. V erona attended grammar sch- o! at Gary’s East Pulaski. Even as a child, she showed signs of unusual ability. One example of her ability ties in the fact that she was allowed to “skip” a grade, while in grammar school. Writing, producing, and e.en directing her own pla's were ether phases of Verona’s grade school days. Verona’s writing ability include poetry, some of which was published in the newspapers, Gary Post-Trib- une, and the Steel Dust Journal. The poem published in the Steel Dust Journal was “I, Too, Hear America Singing.” ersatile Verona has many hobbies, among which are trading, playing the I iano and, of course, debating. Evi- dence of her love of dehate was shown in her participation in the An- nual Constitution Debate, sponsored by the American Legion, in which she ranked high. After graduation, Verona plans to tal e up psychology and English, in- cluding backstage work. Capable, energetic, calm and confi- dent, we’re sure Verona will reach great heights in her work. HONOR SOCIETY SPONSORS COLUMN Name It The Torch’' At one of their recent meetings, the Honor Society decided that since one of their duties is to stimulate interest in the things they stand tor there is no better way to do it than through the school newspaper. 1 herefore, in collaboration with the Journalism Department, the Froehe! Chapter endeavored to begin a column and to call it “The Torch,” the symbol of their society. In the column will go original editorials, well known and 1. w proverbs, bright tactful sayings and plenty of humor and wit. By sponsoring this column, the so- ciety hopes to inspire the rest of the students to attain good qualities of scholarship, service, leadership and character. ____________________________________ Paae Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 11, 1945 BLUE DEVILS LOSE, WIN After losing a tough track meet to Hammond’s Wildcats, 61-46, our Blue Devils improved and should be tough contenders by sectional tin e. Two days after the Wddcat de'eat, Froehel invaded Roosevelt, East Chi- cago, with Emerson and bested bot . of those teams. The scores were: Eroebel 72, Emerson 50, and Roose- velt 40. Brown, Stroud and Hadley were standout performers in both of these meets. The summaries: EROEBEL VS. HAMMOND (April 17, 1945) 120-yard high hurdles—Hadley, Eroebel; Dawson, Hammond; John- son, Eroebel. 'l ime, 15.6 seconds. 100-yard dash—Hanock, Ham- mond; Stroud, Froebel; Manos, Eroebel. Time, 10.4 seconds. Mile run—Sampson, Hammond; Rotnsic. Hammond; Fry, Hammond, l ime. 4o3-2- 440-yard run—Haywood, Eroebel; Lndholm, Hammond; Whitney, Hammond, Time, 53.8 seconds. 220-yard dash—Hanock, Ham- mond; Manos, Froebel; Lackey, l roebel. Time, 23.8 seconds. 880-yard run — Mitchell, Ham- o-ond : Roanenshoest, Hammond; Ramsic. Hammond, l ime, 2:12.3. 200-yard low hurdles — Stroud, Eroebel; Scott, Hammond; Johnson, Froebel. No time. « Pole vault — Brown, Froebel; Jones, Eroebel; Malin, Hammond. Height, 11 feet. Broad jump — Blari. Hammond; Stroud, Eroebel; Hadley, Froebel. Distance, 20 feet, 2 inches. High jump—Hadley of Eroebel, Blair and Dawson of Hammond, tie. Height, 5 feet 9inches. Shotput—Sikora, Hammond; Pitt. Hammond; Zeheralis, Froebel. Dis- tance, 46 feet 1 2 inches. Half-mile relay—Froebel (Manos, I ackey, Johnson, Stroud). Time, 1 :38.2. Mi e relay — Hammond (Andres, Sampson, Whitney, Cantrell . Time, 3 T3-4- FROEBEL—EMERSON— ROOSEVELT E. C 120-yard high hurdles — Miller, Emerson; Hadley, Froebel; Johnson, Eroe el. Time 16.8 seconds. lOO-yard dash — Ma.ragos, Emer- son; Stroud, Froebel; Manos, Froe- be!; ollcy, Emerson. Time, 10.4 •seconds. Mile run—Modjeski, Ropsevelt; Havrila, Roosevelt; Jones, Roose- velt; Pillar, Froebel. Time, 5:02.9 440-yard run—Hay wool, Froebel; Ponchak, Roosevelt; Roby, Froebel; Zodo, Emerson. Time, 54.2 seconds. 200-yard low hurdles— Stroud, Froebel; Miller, Emerson; Johnson, Froebel; Murchak, Roosevelt. Time, 24.5 seconds. 880-yard run—Mozzoroza, Roose- velt; Carijp, Emerson; Wells, Roosevelt; Marie, Roosevelt. Time, 2:12.9. 220-yard dash — Maragos, Emer- son ; Manos, Froebel; Colley, Emer- son; Lackey, Froebl. Time, 23.5 seconds. Mile relay—Froebel (Jones, Hill, Roby, Haywood), first; Roosevelt, second; Emerson, third. Time, 3 :4«.9. Half-mile relay—Emerson first, Froebel second, Roosevelt third. No time. Pole vault—Brown and Jones, Froebel, tied first; Johnson and Riv- ich, Roosevelt, tied for second. Height, IO feet, 6 inches. High jump — Hadley, Froebel; Jones, Froebel; Wells, Roosevelt; Elliott, Emerson. Height, 5 feet, 9 inches. Shotput — Elliott, Emerson ; Jan- carich, Emerson; Magurean, Froe- bel ; Bizanes, Emerson. Distance, 48 feet, 6 inches. Broad jump— Stroud, Froebel; Hadley, Froebel; Hill. Froebel; Bor- den. Roosevelt. Distance, 20 feet, 414 inches. FROEBEL PLACES FOURTH IN EAST CHICAGO RELAYS •On April 21, 1945, Froebel Blue I'e ils placed a solid fourth in the fifth annual E. C. Relays with a to- tal of 32 points. This was quite an improvement over what transpired a year ago. Boys who placed in the meet were: Johnson, fifth in the 120-yard high hurdles; Brown and Jones, tied for third in the pole vault; Jones, tied for fifth in the high jump, and Stroud, second in the 200-yard low hurdles. Our mile and half-mile re- lay teams both placed second, and the Blue DeviiS placed third in the team broad jump. Melvin Stroud was the victim of a judge’s error and a place in the 100 vard dash. A picture that appeared in the Gary Post-Tribune bore this fact out. Our sympathies are with you, Melvin. Plans for Spring Concert Started Elaborate plans are under way and nearing completiton for Froebel’s Annual Spring Concert, which will be held on May 23, 1945, at the Memorial Auditorium at 8 p. m. The pageant, which was written by Miss Labb, will be a program of illustrated living pictures, and music tvpical of each section of our United States. John Baranko and Leonard Levenda, directed by Miss Labb, will serve as narrators. Music will be supplied by the Special Chorus, the Aeolian Choir and the Froebel Band, all under the direction of Mrs. Adelc B. Lee and Kenneth W. Resur. Participating as soloists will be James Henderson, Gloria Gonan and Angeline Ramirez. The group sing- ing will be done by Special Chorus Groups, A Cappclla, and the Aeo- lian Choirs. The Twirlers Section will also present an exhibition. May 11, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Paap Fi-'P F. B. G. GIRLS AT CONFERENCE Just recently ll Froebel Booster Club girls, accompanied by Miss Lig- gett, attended the Annual Suburban Girls’ Conference at Proviso High School in Maywood, Illinois. The conference officially began at 10 o’clock. After the details of reg- i traticn, the students assembled in the auditorium to hear Dr. Julian speak. The girls were placed in dif- ferent discussion groups. Following the discussion, luncheon was served in the main dining room. The girls met an hour later in the auditorium and devoted a short time in attempt- ing to summarize what transpired in the discussion groups. The major program for the afternoon was of an entertaining nature. Gloria Gonao represented Froebel School. She sang the “Habanera” from the opera “Carmen.” Girls attending the conference were Olga Kimoff, Rose Marjanian, Mary Libassi, Gloria Gonan, Marge Zoumis, Stella Wukich, Stella Demos, Alice Romanow, Betty Kir- la, Joan Miccolis, Annabel Thomas and Miss Liggett. CHEMISTRY HOUSECLEANING 'Flic Chemistry students were bust as beavers, dusting, washing, wiping and shining Chemistry equipment such as beakers and tubes. Only the light clash of chemical glass prevailed in the energetic room. Infrequently, a rather loud crash sounded, leaving a slightly more wor- ried but nevertheless resigned Miss Mailath. 'File chief purpose of the “clean- ing” was to have the lab neat and orderly for the succeeding Chemistry- Class. It would save them time and energy and would help them have more accurate experiments. The stockroom and hood also were ar- ranged and the different metals and acids were put in alphabetical order. No accidents occurred and the housecleaning period passed only too quickly. F. B. C. Presents 'School for Girls' Many interesting, and sometimes tragic, things can happen in school. “School for Girls” is the title of a new three-act play in which the au- thor has taken a group of girls from different walks in life and thrown them together, in a select1 school, with surprising results. The Froebel Booster Club will give this play on the evenings of May 17 and 18 in the Froebel School Auditorium. The cast has been rehearsing their parts with such zest that, it is safe to say, the cast’s interpretations of the play- wright’s brain children will approach closely a professional performance. “School for Girls” is one of those true to life, appealing sort of plans that are memorable for a long time afterward. There is drama, pathos, comedy and even a bit of romance, al- though the cast is composed entirely of girls. The characters are real, and situations natural and dramatic, and there is enough suspense and excite- ment to satisfy the most blase thea- tergoer. “School for Girls” is also timely, but carefully avoids the trage- dies of the day. The girls have been trained under the able direction of Mr. John Jan- cose. You’ll miss the treat of the year if you fail to see “School for Girls.” You won’t want to miss a single moment of if! Taking part in the production are Ann Kalinich, Rose Marjanian, Mary Hostinsky, Angeline Fimas, Amelia Drakos, Betty Kirla. Alice Romanow, Stella Demos, Artemis Kyros, Mary Klich, Victoria Kyros and Albina Spelich. CLASS ATTENDS ART SALON The Journalism Class had the privilege of attending the Hoosier Art Salon and enjoying the lovely display of paintings at the Memorial Auditorium. All persons who were born in Indiana or have lived here for at least five years, were eligible to enter their drawings. Mr. Frank R. Myslive, one of the artists, whose painting, “Antiquat- ed,” was on display, showed the class around, and explained various things such as depth, color, lighting and tone. This was the first annual showing of the paintings in Gary and it was enjoyed by all who attended. BUSINESS CLUB NEWS Recently the 10:25 and ii :20 typ- ing classes had the pleasure of hear- ing Mr. Smith from the Gary Busi- ness College, who was invited bv the Business Club 'to demonstrate the Stenotype machine. Accompanying Mr. Smith were his.wife and Mi s Alice Hernandez, a former Froebel student. They showed us the “magic” o' the Stenotype in operation. The Stenotype is playing a great P'rt in the modern world toda-- and ill be of greater use in jears t; come. The Business (.lub took advantage of an imitati, n to visit Gary Buci- nes College on May 4. Miss Gohdes and her class visited the colle e dur- ing their regular shorthan ! period. - Vn educational and delightful time was had by all those from tile club who attended. A few of tlie members are plan- ning seriously to take up stenotype in the near future. EUCLIDEAN CIRCLE PLANS ITS INITIATION The Euclidean Circle, Froebel’s Math lub, held a meeting recently i 1 Room 201 under the guiding sponsorship of Mrs. Stewart. 'Flie main purpose of the club is to reach something of the history of mathematics, the various uses of it, and other fascinating phases of this subject that an ordinary textbook would not begin to cover. A spring initiation was planned for t’e new inductees. These include: Vicky and Artie Kyros, Stella Demos, Roircrio Jiminez, Jerry Polakis and Amelia Drakos. A picnic will be held on May 10th with both old and new members attending. A few; alumni also are expected. The des- tination as yet is unknown, and the results? SENIORS MEASURED FOR 1945 CAPS AND GOWNS The Senior Class of 1945 met in the projection room on April 26,. 1945. at 1:10 p. m. to be measured for their caps and gowns. After all measurements had been recorded, it was found that Dora Mackin and Erma I ee Williams were the shortest girls and Joe Koz- 111a and Phil Pietrzak were the tall- est boys. Looking back through the years, the fact was brought out that this year’s graduating class of 114 stu- dents is the smallest in many years. BUY BONDS Page Six THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 11, 1945 STUDENTS NEED MORE VITAMINS Do Frocbcl students need a shot? We mean a shot in the arm, of course. We highly recommend Vita- min B-i as a restorative agency, plus a checkup by the student himself. Why is our attendance reaching a new low ? Could vitamins be the an- swer? Could we try to come to school a little more regularly? Tune in next month and read your own temperature. From the following chart one would assume we were way below par in physical stamina: FROEBEL DOWN IN CELLARI The attendance report for Feb- ruary 5, through March 29, 1945, has just come out. It surely looks like the Frocbel High School stu- dents are a sickly bunch—Look at the record! Absence ( H igh School Attend- % only) ance % 4-4 WALLACE 95-6 4.6 ROOSEVELT 95-5 6.5 TOLLESTON 93-5 6.9 EMERSON 93-i 7-i HORACE MANN 92.9 7-3 EDISON 92.7 7-5 WIRT 92.5 8.9 froebel 91.1 No wonder we’re in the cellar ALL the time. We are too weak to come to school . . . LET A LON E l’LAY ROUGH GAMES. l'OR SHAME! “I suppose you wish I were dead so you could spit on my grave?” “No, sir; not me. I hate to stand in line.” —The Skeeter. Mr. Swank: Young man, you can’t sleep in mv class! Ruben H.: I know, sir. But if you didn’t talk quite so loud, I might be able to. HAVE YOU SUPPORTED THE BOND RALLY ??? A. 0. A. Holds Banquet Recently an A. O. A. general staff meeting and banquet were held here at Froebel. The reception started with the guests assembling in the small auditorium where movies were shown and music was played. The dinner was served by the Home Eco- nomics Department at 5130 p. m. F roebel students who are on the staff of the A. O. A. are: Anthony Riga, Major; Olympia Roman, Ad- jutant; Ruth Smenyak, Staff Finance Officer; Ann Paraschos, District Ma- jor; John Gallinatti, Executive Of- ficer, and Mr. Henry H. Butler, their sponsor. The program consisted of the call- ing to order of the meeting by Col. James Weber of Lew Wallace, after which Peter Branko recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the F'lag. Greetings were given by Major An- thony Riga, followed by the intro- duction of the guests by Lt. Col. William Stinctti. Minutes of the March meeting were read by Adj. Jean Lach 'of Tolleston. A financial report was then given by Ruth Smen- yak of Froebel. The presentation of a check to the Red Cross was given by Mary Rhodes, Salvage Chairman from Horace Mann, and it was accepted by Mr. F. N. Tyler, chairman of the Red Cross. Reports were given by the differ- ent committee heads, and a talk was given by Dr. Paul B. Comely of Washington, D. C. Entertainment consisted of tap dancing by Mary Dove, accompanied by Miss Mole; songs were sung by Rosenda Varella and Ermaline Rob- inson, who also were accompanied bv Miss Mole. Skits were given by Mr. Jancose’s 9:35 Dramatic Class. It was a very interesting meeting. SOPH STARDUST DANCE PROVED A HUGE SUCCESS A hazy full moon and glistening stars added a heavenly touch to the Sophomores’ theme for their Stardust dance. An enormous blue star, sprin- kled with “stardust,” was the center- piece. Blue and white streamers, plus a few stars and moons, added to the effect. Herby Cox and his hep band were on hand to supply tons and tons of mellow, jumpin’ and jivin’ tunes for all the solid hep cats who attended. Many of the boy's and girls found themselves worn out from their “dancing to. the stars,” but there were enough refreshments for them. The playing of “Stardust” made the hazy atmosphere even dreamier, and most of the starry-eyed couples danced to it. The Sophomore committee which helped make the dance a success con- sisted of B. Kougoufas, R. Pividori, C. Boyajian, B. Romak, J. Ward, B. Poulos, B. Mamelson, S. Pipas and M. Kopcik. Officers and sponsors who worked on the dance are C. Taseff, presi- dent ; J. Marckese, vice president; M. Kozma, secretary; R. Hernan- dez, treasurer; M. J. Hric, social chairman, and the sponsors, Miss Bopp, Miss Brooner, Mrs. Deal and Mr. Knesek. JUNIOR-SENIOR CLUB HOLDS OLD-TIME BARN DANCE Something new in the way of school dances was brought to light when the Junior-Senior Club held an Old I ime Barn Dance recently. A large crowd attended with most o‘ them dressed as farmers and farm maids. The red handkerchiefs which the boys wore tied around their necks plus the bright hues of the girls’ pin- afores and dirndl skirts made a col- orful picture, pleasing to the eye. James Smart and Hubert Roberson came dressed alike. Some of the fel- lows came to school the next day wearing their outfits of the night before. I he dance in itself was a great success and a surprisingly good time was had by all. Between sessions of “Turkey in the Straw” and the “Conga Line” delicious punch and cookies were served at the refresh- ment stand. As the strains of the last piece rang through the gy m the farm- ers and farmerettes showed a reluc- tance to leave. Officers of the Junior-Senior Club are Joyce Powell, president; Ray Williams, vice president; Mae Lee Thomas, secretary; Melvin Stroud, treasurer; James Johnson and Emma Jean Henderson, social chairmen. Club sponsors are Miss Elsie Coop- er. Mr. C. L. Davis and Mr. W. H. McAllister. SCHOOL FOR GIRLS MAY 17 6- 18, 1945 May 11, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven NEW COMMITTEES ARE FORMED ON STUDENT GOUNGIL Representatives at Conference At a recent meeting of the Student Council, two new committees, the Hall Guard Committee and the Serv- ice Honor Roll Committee, were ap- pointed by the president. The duty of the Hall Guard Com- mittee is to prepare some way of hon- oring our hall guards for the splendid work they arc doing. The commit- tee, headed by Nick Stevoff, con- sists of Nell Craig, Dorothy Jack- son, Helen Ply, Marta Zamora and Garrett Cope. The job facing the Service Honor Roll Committee is to erect a new and better Service Honor Roll and to keep a record of the Froebel boys entering the service. Phil Pietrzak heads the committee, which includes Ruth Gordon, Ann Marencik, Joan Miccolis, Garrett Cope and Bill Mamelson. Due to the fact that two of the Council’s officers can not attend the meetings, they were replaced b two other student's. Garrett Cope, former vice president, now holds the position of president, replacing Arnold Bern- stein. Dorothy Jackson is the new secretary, succeeding Lorraine Bob- rick. Representatives of the Froebel Stu- dent Council attended a meeting of the Lake County Student Councils held at the Hammond High School. Marta Zamora, representative of the Council; Phil Pietrzak, court repre- sentative, and Garrett Cope, presi- dent, attended. They were accompa- nied by Principal Richard Nuzum, Assistant Principal Frank Albright and the Council’s sponsor, Mr. Mc- Allister. After the banquet, the rep- resentatives went to a discusison group. Topics under discussion were Student Courts, Student Council Presidents, and Social Problems in School. DULL DATE Here we sit, hand in hand— Hers in hers, mine in mine! —The Service Star. Have you a hobby which is really interesting? Character is much easier lost than recovered.—Paine. Deeds are better things than words arc, actions mightier than boastings. —Longfellow. TELEPHONE COMPANY DEMONSTRATION The Bell Telephone Company re- cently presented a demonstration of advancements in science in the Bell Laboratory to an assembled high school audience. Miss Margaret Labb, auditorium head, introduced Mr. Barker, repre- sentative of the Bell Telephone Com- pany. After a brief explanation of the demonstration, he introduced Mr. Lloyd Graham, narrator and demon- strator. Mr. Graham’s assistant technician was Mr. Larsen. Mr. Graham opened the program speaking in a moderate tone of voice through a microphone which was has- tily removed by Mr. Larsen and still, to the astonishment of the audience, his voice was heard in every corner of the large Froebel auditorium. It was, as he expressed it, “the magic of communication.” A small micro- phone was concealed under his tie. Mr. Graham demonstrated how the first phone, made in 1875, was used. The speaker used the one open- ing both to speak through and re- ceive messages. It was very coarse and crude, but since then some 17,000 phone inventions have pro- duced the modern cradle telephone. The Bell Laboratory has produced for the voiceless one an artificial lar- ynx. Mr. Graham demonstrated by- showing the audience a small instru- ment, looking very much like a mu- sical mouthpiece, containing a reed which produces a tone similar to that of the human voice when used long enough. It is a difficult task to ac- complish, but it has been done. One of the entertaining demon- strations of the morning was the hu- man talking circuit. Sitting in appro- priate seats, Mr. Graham asked Ed- ward Komisarcik, Andy Costakis, Edwin, Gajewski and Tom Chakos to assist. Mr. Larsen was technical assistant. Volunteering in a demon- stration of voice recording were Olga Kimoff and Edwin Gajewski. The most amusing.and entertaining event is Mr. Graham’s demonstrations was the finding of Leonard Levenda’s heart, and having the audience listen to his heartbeat, and the effect Mary Libassi had on his heart. Mr. Gra- ham called this an electrical stetho- scope demonstration. ARSENIC AND OLD LACE (Continued from Page 1) tributed equally to make “Arsenic and Old Lace” an outstanding per- formance. Edwin Gajewski and Leonard Levenda who, as Mortimer Bretvster, play their role for broad comedy, turned in an artistic and ex- cruciatingly funny performance. John Baranko, as Jonathan—the Brewster Boris Karloff—a bounded and de- .ighted his audience, who remember- ed his more serious characterizations of the past. The two Brewster aunts ’ere played by Mary Libassi, Gloria Grnan and Stella Wukich. That thev were chosen wisely was proven by their unforgettable performances. Chris Angelidis as Dr. Einstein gave his role a great deal of sincerity and was a true accomplice for Jonathan Brewster. Richard Smolnicky, as a rookie cop with playwriting ambi- tions, gave an outstanding perform- ance. Elaine Harper was played by Olga Kimoff and Estelle Pepoff. They gave lovable characterizations as Mortimer Brewster’s fiancee. Jerry Polakis, as “Teddy” the Brew- ster who, in a world of his own, thinks he is the late Theodore Roose- velt, adds much to tbe gaiety of the play. Others in the unexcelled cast in- clude Alex Marco as Dr. Harper, Paul Diamond and Ted Izak as Of- ficers Brophy and Klein, Isadore De- Orta and Eli Leka as Mr. Gibbs, Steve Badylak as Lieutenant Rooney, and Raymond Dian as Mr. Wither- spoon. Florence Cohen, who directed this three-act production, has given many- outstanding plays at Froebel School. Her asisstant director was Loretta Piatak. Members of the production staff, to whom credit for a great deal of the show’s success goes, are as fol- lows: Margaret Labb, Val Aurit, Eleanor Deal, Marguerite Gohdes, John Pasa, Nick Julius, Carl Mi- chalec, Louis Rodriquez. Jerry Capu- son, Christ Paraschos, Mary Farkas, Anne Kalinich, Rose Argostina, Pauline Zeheralis, Joe Kozma, Joe Kozma, Andy Sandala, Albert Ros- coe, Rosemary Massa and Bill Klu- sonsky. Also Theodore Izak, Iva Yates, Irene Pietrzak, Mary Jane Hric, Ann Pividori, Gcorgann Pepoff, Bessie Georgeardis, John Baranko, Phil Pietrzak, Arnold Bernstein, Irene Romanow and Rosalie Kimoff. BUY BONDS Page Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 11, 1945 Our Boys ★ ★ 'ROUND THE WORLD Pfc. I' incest Tenorio, stationed somewhere in Germany, has gone across the Rhine and reports that it is indeed a very beautiful country. incent wishes everyone in Froebel a lot of luck. Pvt. Gus Novak is now stationed at Scott Field, Illinois, and comments that the weather is always cold and damp. S l c John Zarik has been aboard ship since November, and has seen plenty of places, but can’t say which ones. So far, he hasn’t met anyone from Froebel, but he soon hopes to. RM i c Tony Pavelka has recent- ly been at Pearl Harbor and Hono- lulu. He has many souvenirs but was able to send only a hula skirt to Miss Gohdes and Mrs. Welsh. Tony says he can’t forget the fine times he had in school, especially the Pow-Wow and the Prom. Coast Guardsman Frank Knietz is an apprentice seaman stationed at the Manhattan Beach training station, Brooklyn, N. Y. I' Sgt. Stanley Obradovich is sta- tioned somewhere in France, and is a member of the Tiger Stripe Ma- rauder Bombardment Group. T f. Otha IF right, stationed in France, wishes to extend his sincere appreciation for the Steel Dust Jour- nal and for the many cards received from the Froebel Clubs. He would also appreciate letters from his many friends. Cpl. George Anastoff, stationed in Italy, sent thanks for the Easter greetings received from the Journal- ism Class. George says he is feeling fine. Pvt. John Huerta is stationed in the Philippines. He has been fight- ing and taking part in many cam- paigns. A bullet hit his helmet, causing him to get a slight wound and the Purple Heart. John met Eli H'ukich and was happy and excited. John and Ernie Kish are trying to get together as often as possible. Eli is in the Combat Engineers and holds the rank of Staff Sergeant. Ensign Mike Kapnas is stationed at Miami, Fla., but is awaiting orders for assignment as replacement to the fleet. Mike says it is beautiful there. The hotel, where he is staying, is surrounded by palm and cocoanut t ees. The Atlantic is only a io-min- ute ride from the hotel, and Mike has been swimming in it several times. AI J ocius has been in many differ- ent places, but in the last letter he stated that he was in Canton, an island of the Phoenix group. It is a very small island, only seven miles long and 600 yards wide. It is al- ways summer there. The temperature runs from I io to 130 degrees. Pvt. Eddie Beres, a graduate of last year, is under the ASTRP. When Eddie finishes his training some time in June, he will be sub- ject to active duty. S 2 c Mike Hricik is stationed in Idaho for medical training. Mike is taking such subjects as pharmacy, an- atomy, physiology, first aid, minor surgery and Materia Medica. Mike has learned how to give blood trans- fusions and shots. They have a bunch of Marines in the wards who play music while the soldiers eat. If Mike fails to make the grade, he gets sea duty, but here’s wishing him luck in his studies. S l c Tom Ristoff, stationed somewhere in the South Pacific for more than 15 months, has been pro- moted to Eeaman First Class. He sent a very nice thank-you note for the Easter Cards received from the Journalism Class. We have received word recently from S 2 c Tom Kougoufas, sta- tioned somewhere in the Marianna Islands. He says it isn’t so bad, but a little too much mud. Tom especial- ly complimented the Freshman Edi- tion that lie received. 5 i c Kacy Trembicki said that all the fellows and himself surely en- joyed the paper and especially the Freshman issue. He recently met an- other fellow from Gary and was glad to see him. Kacy was unable to men- tion where he has been, except that he has seen a lot of grass skirts. S 3 0 George Sarich says that the weather out there is not for him, and he would gladly trade it for snow and cold. Incidentally, George is lo- cated somewhere in the South Pa- ciric. George hopes that everything will be over soon. He has hopes of meeting his brother, Steve, also a Froebel graduate. Cpl. Steve Bacevar recently met Manuel Santos in the South Pacific and they had a wonderful time talk- ing about the good old times, espe- cially about school. Steve has been in the Marines for two years. He stopped at Pearl Harbor and visited Honolulu and had a swell time. James McGee, A S, is receiving his boot training at the base at Samp- son, New York. With him is Harry Katsimpolis, A S. The training starts by getting up at 4:30 a. m., fixing the bunks, shining shoes, scrub- bing the barracks, having chow, marching, swimming, schooling and calisthenics. Lights are out at 9:30 p. m., and that ends a tough day for Harry and James. Pvt. Jim Taneff is stationed at Camp McClellan, Alabama, for his basic infantry training. Recently seen around the school halls were George Marjanian, Nick Galletis and Manuel Santos. The latter is just back from the Marshall Islands for a 30-day leave. POW - wow (Continued from Page 1) juke box. Everyone found some way to entertain himself. Main attractions of the evening were two relays in which eight Jun- iors and eight Seniors competed for lollipops. The score was even. Each class won one relay. There also was a ribbon game. The object was to keep your ribbon and win as many additional ones by tricking a person in answering “yes.” Andy Costakis showed his diplomacy by winning 16 ribbons, and Mary Ellen Neal was a close second with 15. A prize was awarded to each. After the grand march, students were 'served ice cream, candy, Pepsi- Cola, cupcakes and mixed nuts. Ev- eryone took time out to enjoy a little food. The class sponsors, Mrs. Welsh, Miss Southwick, Mrs. Jones, Miss Gohdes and Mrs. Stewart, were pre- sented with corsages from the class officers. Mr. Fisher and Mr. Aurit wore carnations in their lapels. Guests were Miss Connors, Mr. and BUY BONDS Steel Dust Journal ☆ ☆ A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIVE ☆ ☆ FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL -:- GARY, INDIANA may 25. 1945 BULLETIN: THERE WILL BE A PROM! BOND RALLY WAS A HUGE SUCCESS JUNIOR CLASS LEADS The Bond Rally held recently in Froebel Auditorium to help add to the Seventh War Loan, was a huge success. Sales of bonds and stamps totaled $6,920.75, cash value, with the Junior Class leading with their purchase of $2,025 worth of bonds. Not far behind were the Freshmen with their total of $1,925. The Sophomores contributed the sum of $1,150, and the Seniors $1,400. The program lasted four hours, and opened with a band the second hour. How else could it start, with Herby Cox’s Band beating out a boogie? '1'he Master of Ceremonies was none other than our own Arnold “Sinatra” Bernstein. Lending their talent to the show were these Froebel stars: Jesse James, Gloria Gonan, Garrett Cope, Georgiann Pepoff, Edwin Gajewski, Dan Pavloff, John Macinga, Victoria Argostina, Ange- line Ramirez, Joe Casko, Edna Mil- ler and James Henderson. Students who took charge of the stamp booths and the selling of bonds were: William Lee, Ann Marencik, Nell Craig, Nick Stevoff, Phil Pietr- •zak, Ruth Gordon, Dorothy Kish, Dorothy Jackson, Verona Hughes, Lawrence Cannon, Ann Ply, Pan- agiota Alexiou, Andy Costakis and Amelia Drakos. Mr. W. McAllister, sponsor of the Student Council, was in charge of bonds and stamps. MEMORIAL BAY, 1945 This poem is dedicated to the Froebel boys who have given their lives in the fight for free- dom. Is it enough to think today Of all our brave, then put away The thought until a year has sped? Is this full honor for our dead? Is it enough to sing a song And deck a grave; and all year long Forget the brave that died that we Might keep our great land proud and free? Full service needs a greater toll— That we who live give heart and soul To keep the land they died to save, And be ourselves, in turn, the brave! —Annette Wynne. MARGE KELCHAK IS QUEEN At a recent Coronation Dance held at the Gary-Alerding Settlement House, with 150 students attending, Marge Kelchak was crowned queen. The coronation took place during the intermission. Marge was chosen at a Spic and Span Party to have the honor of placing a beautiful corsage on the statue of the Blessed Mother in honor of the month of May. SENIOR EDITION TO BE ON SALE IN JUNE The Senior Edition will be the last issue of the Steel Dust Journal. It will contain 20 pages, pictures of the Senior Class, the Senior Will and Prophecy, and many other interesting features. It will be on sale some time in June and will cost $.50. Be sure to order a Senior Edition, so that you may have it bound with your other issues of the Steel Dust Journal. F.G.O. HOLDS ANNUAL BANQUET The Froebel Girls Athletic Asso- ciation held its fifteenth Annua! Ban- quet in the Crystal Ballroom in Hotel Gary recently. The affair was informal and everyone came dressed in her best. On entering the ballroom one im- mediately knew that the theme of the banquet was “fruit,” for the decora- tions around the room proved this. On the tables were platters of fruit, and songbooks in pineapple form. As soon as everyone was seated, the president addressed the group, wel- coming all. A delicious dinner was served. When the last “goodie” had vanished, songs were sung, led by vivacious Mary Feczko. Three senior girls, Rosemarj Mas- sa, Iren Bollog and Anne Ply. were awarded the Senior Award for out- standing work in sports participation. They did not receive the accustomed statuette, but were awarded gifts s mbolizing that they had earned 3,ex o points, entitling them to the award. Thees awards were presented by our sponsor, Miss Cornelia Beall. (Continued on Page 3) MARQUETTE PAVILION SCENE OF FESTIVITY Beautiful Marquette Park Pavil- ion was the scene of the Froebel Booster Club’s Annual May Ball, held on May 19. As the couples en- tered the ballroom, they were gra- ciously recived by Miss Blanche Lig- gett, sponsor; Miss Olga Kimoff, president, and Miss Mary Klich, vice president. The highlight of the evening was the traditional grand march, led by the president and her escort, followed by the officers in their respective po- sitions. Following the grand march, couples exchanged partners for the re- mainder of the evening. Guests attending this gala affair were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Nuzum, (Continued on Page i) Fage Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 25. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price......... 1 n0 a Year R. A. Nuzum................. Principal F. S. Albright.......Assistant Principal STAFF Sporta John Baranko Carl Taseff ...Eleanor Berzish Ann Thomas Circulation. Ann Marenoik Business Manager.........Angellne Ramirez ■ Service News............Angline Elina? Jeannette Marckese Class Sponsor... Printing Sponsor. Printers......... Typing Kathryn Welsh Harvey Knesek Phil Pletrzak John Baranko Nick Stevoff Jerry Polakis .Seventh Period Shorthand Class VOICE OF THE STUDENT V-EDay The darkened war-cloud is lifted, but only part way, above our heads. Half of our troubles have drifted from our minds. Yes, the war in Germany is over. There will flow no more American blood on enemy soil in Europe. But, wait a minute! Think a minute! Don’t, under any circumstances, get too 4 slap-happy. You arc all high school students, but since the war is over, your “adult ideas make you think that 1 H E war is completely over. Well, what about our guys fighting the slit-eyed yellow Japs? The war over there may be a hard and tough one. High school boys and girls still have their part to do. Boys help out by working in de- fense plants in their spare time. Girls help save tin cans, waste paper, and the vitally needed waste fats. That’s the least we can do. A lot of our brothers and relatives fighting the Japs can’t lay down their arms to make a little whoopee. They are in there plunging through the thick of it—they’ve got a job to do. The war with them is a little less hard, now that the Nazis have been licked. Maybe the Japs will get scared, fighting their battle alone, and the war will be over out there. Will all of our G. I.’s come home? No, not all of them. There are many unknown soldiers in graves some- where far away, a place we never heard ot until the war began. The ones that will come home will have changed. Not only in looks, but hey hrve aged, their minds are a little d'ffercnt. They’ve been through a lot. On the Beam . . . FORGET ME NOTS: V-E Day celebration. May Ball. The struggle to get the quota for the prom. Honor Society Induction. Mr. Fisher’s wonderful sense of humor. ONE FOR THE BOOKS: The fact that so many Froebel students celebrated their Good Friday twice this year. LOOKING BACKWARD: One year ago— The G. A. A. Banquet. CORN ON THE COB: Guy: Do you neck? Gal: That’s my business. Guy: Oh, a professional. DID YOU KNOW THAT: If Nick Stevoff emptied his Jour- nalism folder, Froebel would win the wastepaper drive. Fhe curfew is lifted. (So, Brom dates, get ready.) ORCHIDS: To the FBC girls for their per- formance in “School for Girls. ONIONS: To the Student Council for their poor publicity regarding the bond rally. No attempt at co-operation with the Steel Dust Journal was made. Life Sketches Christ Angel id is . . . energetic, and Kow . . . always with a joke ... his heart in the C. A. P. . . . Mrs. Jones’s pri ’e and joy . . . his ambition to be an engineer. Peter Kovclenko . . . all in with personality ... in for athletics . . . service in mind . . . blond hair . . . in the groove . . . headquarters at Club Sar ... all in for drapes. Marv Jane Kuzma . . . more on the slim side ... an in-between blonde . . . dies for men in uniform (pref- erably sailors) ... to jitterbug in line. Anne Kalinich .... pleasingly plump but yet hilarious ... all in a flair for glamour . . . more or less on the lonely side. Esperanza Cardenas ... a Mexi- can senorita . . . nicknames include Espi and Cardi . . . subscriber to the Steel Dust Journal . . . cool, calm and collective . . . enjoys dramatics, More friends, more fun, more happiness May the future hold in store. More success and joy in living Than youve ever known before! NA M E—CLASS— DAT E Catherine Vaseloff, Senior.May 16 Marta Zamora, Soph ........May 16 George Bell, Frosh ........May 17 Andriana Joilas, Senior ...May 17 -Annie Bovd, Junior .......May 19 Josephine Hirchak, Senior ....May 22 James Smart, Frosh ........May 22 Dorothy Julius, Junior ....May 24 Mary Alvarado, Junior .....May 25 Rose Burgato, Junior ......May 25 Christ Gastevich, Frosh ...May 28 Annette Vaseloff, Frosh ...Mav28 M aria Alvarez, Soph ......May 29 Joan Ward, Soph ...........May 29 Ida Bombardo, Soph ........May 31 Grace McConnell, Frosh ....May 31 TIME TO BIND Since many of the students have been inquiring about having their pa- pers bound together in book form, we are going to tell you how to get it done. Students should bring all their is- sues of the paper in one folder. The price will be $.85, and is to be paid when you bring vour papers to Mrs. Welsh, Room 232. A few pupils have saved their last year’s newspapers, and they should be I appy to hear that they also can have their papers bound. A bound edition of this year’s Steel Dust Journal will be a living record of your school days, and will help in reminiscences in future years. Don’t forget about this, but make arrange- ments TODAY! I was talking to Johnny Kyle, our beloved coach, the other day about red points. He said: “Whv should I worry about red points? Just look at all that beef I have on my squad!” BUY BONDS May 2S. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three ❖THE TORCH❖ ONE TRAIT FOR HONOR —CHARACTER One of the four letters represent- ing the requirements of an Honor Society member is C. This C stands for character. This is one of the four necessary requirements — character, leadership, scholarship and service for Honor Society members. Anyone with a gopd character can get along with people. He is not for- ever in a quarrel with teachers. He comes to class on time. He has his work when it is due, and does not in- dulge in the practice of using feeble excuses for laziness or neglect. These items might add up to responsibility, a very necessary character trait. Char- acter is symbolized, also, by a trust- worthy person—one who is fair and honest. Certainly, if the moment a teacher steps from the room, a stu- dent is so vociferous that he disturbs others, he is not to he trusted. In a case of this kind, a trustworthy, hon- est person would go ahead with his work as though the teacher were there. Character, then, is but one qualifi- cation of the four—but, one who has character can hardly fail to have the other three. After the regular service, the preacher, and old-fashioned type, fa- vored the old lady with his views on eternal punishment. There was a great deal of fire and brimstone in it. “I don’t believe it,” the old lady said impulsively. “No human consti- tution could possibly stand if.” —North Bay Nugget. F. G. A. A. BANQUET (Continued from Page 1) Other awards given were the stars, presented by the treasurer, Marge Macaluso, to girls who served one year on the council, and special ser- vice awards to girls who served on the council for two years. Emblem certificates were presented by the sports co-ordinator, Catherine Vasel- off, to girls who had earned 1,500 points in sports activity. Following the presentation of awards, the installation of the new officers and council took place, cli- maxing the evening. WOULD YOU LIKE TO TAKE A TRIP It’s fun to be home again, but I did have a swell time on my trip out West. The most exciting part of it was the visit to Yosemite National Park in California. This park is a combination of canyons, rivers, pla- teaus, valleys, waterfalls and, oh, just everything. The almost perpendicular cliffs amaze you. You feel so insigni'icant as you stand against these immense walls. The highest point is Half Dome, a mythical Indian turned to stone. It is 8,852 feet above sea level. The shining sun casts off brilliant shades of color against these massive hills of stone. The falls are their greatest at this time of year, because the melting snow increases their force. Ribbon Falls is the highest of all; a fall near- ly 10 times as high as Niagara. Here is the greatest water spectacle in all the world. Here, some of the largest trees in the world grow, the sequoia. Many of them are 20 to 30 feet in diam- eter. The oldest tree is the Grizzly Giant. It is 96 feet around and 209 feet high. It is believed to be 3,800 years old. There are even trees in which tunnels have been made for cars to drive through. “But,” you interrupt, “how can 1 take a trip? The government asks us to conserve gas and tires.” Well, why not do it my way. I took this trip by reading a travel book. F. B. C. MAY BALL (Continued from Page 1) Mr. and Mrs. Frank Albright, mem- bers of the faculty and clerks, alumni and parents. Music was provided by Renold Young and his orchestra. Officers of the organization are: Presidnt, Olga Kimoff; vice presi- dent, Mary Klich; secretary, Josie Hirchak; treasurer, Andriana Jollas; social chairman, Mary Libassi; pro- gram chairman, Gloria Gonan; pub- licity chairman, Rose Marjanian; Booster chairman, Loretta Piatak; welfare chairman, Marge Zoumis, and parliamentarian, Ethel Keleman. WATCH THAT TEMPER! I’m trying to defend temper. Too many people think of it as being suf- ficient cause to spank a child for “act- ing spoiled — to criticize a school teacher for the “bawling out we got from her!”—or to glance disgustfull at the pupil who registers annoyance at unnecessary homework (to his ua, of thinking). The little brother or sister you’d like to spank for trying to show you who’s boss, has probably got so much energy, he simply must let it out somehow. That foot he’s stamping is a fairly saie way to do it, and if you can’t stand the noise he’s making, there’s always the door. Either you use, or get within shouting distance and mention to the little fellow that maybe his friend next door might like to join him in the game. How do you know he won't take your sugges- tion ? And that teacher who “bawled you out.” Day in and day out she goes through the same habits of teaching. The routine gets her down. A little change breaks the monotony. So, if she enjoys doing it, a little hot-speech making handled nicely in her mood will do her a world of good, and all you have to do is sit back and enjoy it. You both are having a wonderful time. High school pupils need to act and think furiously. It gives their brains needed exercise. Exercise for the brain makes better thinking. If 1 ’m not wrong, that’s what the teach- er wants. This, however, is not not a suggestion that more homework be assigned the pupils! My idea of temper is compared to the train; the steam engine goes through its daily ritual of blowing off a good deal of steam behind her when she begins her journey, but once through that, she moves smoothly on her way. Nick Galattis was home in time for his Greek Easter. Nick, who is a mechanic of the Navy Air Corps, re- turned to Corpus Christi, Texas. Ernest Choka, of the U. S. S. Charleston, was on convoy duty in the South Pacific. Ernest enlisted be- fore the war for a six-year period. He has been in for four years, and came home for a week’s leave. T-.ge Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 25. 1945 FROEBEL TAKES SECOND PLACE IN FOUR MEETS ■ The Frocbcl Track Team has fin- ished in second place four times in four successive cinder meets. Follow- ing are the reports on the meets— West NIHSC Meet At the West NIHSC meet, held recently at Roosevelt East Chicago High School, the Wildcats of Ham- mond won first place with a total of 69 2 points. Froebel, the runner-up, collected 46 points, while Emerson was third best with 29. Outstanding performances at the meet were: Mel- vin Stroud placed first in the 100- yard dash and in the 200-yard low hurdles. In the pole vault, Ronald [ones and Eddie Brown scored sec- ind and third, respectively, while Froebel’s mile relay team carre in second. NIHSC Meet Of the 16 schools participating in :he NIHSC meet, Hammond again cook first place by garnering 63 J4 points. Froebel made second with 31, and the Emerson Norsemen were third with 26 points. Spotlight per- formances of the meet included a winning pole vault by Eddie Brown, who reached a height of 11 feet 6 inches. James Haywood captured first place in the 440-yard run by running the distance in 52.1 seconds, while in the 200-yard low hurdles, Melvin Stroud came in second. The Froebel mile relay team also came in second. Gary Sectional Meet At the Gary Sectional meet held recently at Horace Mann, the Pan- thers of Roosevelt won first place with 48 points; Froebel second, hav- ing 34 points, and Emerson third with 26 points. The winners in this meet will go down-state as Gary sec- tional representatives. Froebel has qualified to send representatives in three individual events and the mile relay. Melvin Stroud, who won first in the 100-yard dash and second in the 220-yard low hurries, will be an entrant in both those events. Ron- ald Jones, first place in the pole ' ault, also will go down-state. Froc- bel’s first place mile relay team, con- sisting of Hadley, Roby, Hill and Haywoor, will accompany them. City Meet The Panthers of Roosevelt bested the Froebel Blue Devils in the Gary High School Track meet held re- cently. The table of points ran as follows: Roosevelt..................62 !4 Froebel ................ 36 4 Emerson ................ 35 Lew Wallace ............ 26' 2 Horace Mann ............ 15 Wirt .................... 7 Edison .................. 5 Froebel was twice tied for first, and took two seconds. In the high jump, Froebel’s Hadley was tied for first with Taliaferro of Roosevelt. Ronald Jones tied Edison’s Charles Thomas for first place in the pole vault. Froebel’s mile relay team took second, while James Haywood also won second in the 440-yard run. The summary: lOO-yard dash-—-Jackson, Roose- velt: Marangos, Emerson: Stroud, Froc' el; Manos, Froebel. Time, 10.6 seconds. 120-yard high hurdles — Street, Roosevelt; Miller, Emerson; Had- ley, Froebel; Allen, Roosevelt. Time, 16 seconds. Mile run — W. Shaffer, Wirt; Burns, Horace Mann; B. Shaffer, Wirt; Olson, Horace Mann. Time, 4:-; 6.5- 440-yard run — first race — Jones, Roosevelt; Haywood, Froebel; Col- lev, Emerson; Marovich, Horace Mann. Time, 52.3 seconds. 440-yard run—second race—Moody, Roosevelt; Topping, Wallace; Roby, Froebel; Richardson, Horace Mann. Time, 52.9. 200-yard low hurdles — Miller, Emerson; Street, Roosevelt; Leek, Roosevelt; Stroud, Froebel. Time, 23.9 seconds. 200-vard dash—Marangos, Emer- son; Jones, Roosevelt; Jackson, Roosevelt; Manos, Froebel. Time, 24.3 seconds. 880-yard run—first race—Floyd, Roosevelt; Carije, Emerson; H cl wig, Horace Manife Time, 2:05.5. 880-yard run—second race—Ward, Lew Wallace; Lynch, Horace Mann; Hill, Roosevelt; Cassell, Lew Wallace. Time, 2:12.3. Shotput—Elliot, Emerson; Jan- carick, Emerson; Zeheralis, Froebel; Magurean, Froebel. Distance, 48 eet. 3j4 inches. Broad jump — Taliaferro, Roose- velt; Marovich, Wallace ; Hill, Froe- bel ; Buirge, Wallace. Distance, 21 feet, 1114 inches. High jump—Hadley, Froebel, and Taliaferro, Roosevelt, tied for first; Smith, Roosevelt; Jones, Froebel. Height, 5 feet, io'A inches. Pole vault—Thomas, Edison, and Jones, Froebel, tied for first; Peters, Edison, and Brown, Froebel, tied for third. Height, !i feet. Mile relay—Wallace, first; Froe- bel, second, Horace Mann, third, l ime, 3:41.8. Half-mile relay—Roosevelt, first; Emerson, second; Froebel, third. Time, 1 =35.2. MELVIN STROUD BREAKS 2 CONFERENCE RECORDS At a recent track meet held at East Chicago, Frocbel’s own Melvin Stroud established two new confer- ence records. Melvin broke the 200-yard low hurdle record by running the distance in 23.4 seconds. This record was pre- viously held by Campbell, another Froebelite. Campbell’s run in 1942 timed 23.9 seconds. Melvin also broke the lOO-yard dash record made bv Marce Gonzales, also a Blue Devil. Marce’s record in 1942 was set at 10.5 seconds. Melvin ran the distance in 10.2 seconds. AMUSING MUSING So, a tree grows in Brooklyn! Looks like the old flat bush fi- nally grew up! May 25. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Five ClubSEN News ALPHA G. A. A. ELECTS OFFICERS At the May Banquet held recently by the Alpha G. A. A., the following were installed as the new officers and council for 1945-46. Good luck and success to them for next year: President, Anne Fcryo; sports co- ordinator, Olga Belkow; treasurer, Lydia Honchar; secretary, Stella Demos; baseball, Betty Romak; bas- ketball, Ann Sandala; bowling, Alice Matson; Co-Ed, Mary Jane Hric; croquet, Helen Ply; handball, Rose Agudo; modern dance, Joan Micco- lis; outing, Madge Feryo; paddle ten- nis, Helen Markovich; publication, Ida Mae Lucco; social chairman, Ar- temis Kyros; streamliners, Rosemary Bonis; table. tennis, Angelinc Blat- sioris; tennis and horseshoes, Dorothy Julius; volleyball, Catherine Taseff; war service, Mary Gusan. EUCLIDEAN CIRCLE PICNIC The Euclidean Circle held' its ini- tiation at a picnic recently at River- side Park in East Gary. Attending were some 55 persons, including six alumni, five initiates and Mr. Al- bright, guest of the club. The initiates were Artemis Kyros and Stella Demos, who were given egg shampoos; Amelia Drakos and Vicky Kyros, who had a friendly egg fight, and Jerry Polakis, who was given an egg-icecream facial. Games played were baseball, re- lays, and a fun-rollicking row be- tween Mrs. Stewart and Mr. Al- bright. (Mr. Albright won.) The menu consisted of hot dogs, chocolate milk, Pepsi, and potato chips. Also, chocolate cake and ice cream. Robert “Big Boy” Miller thrilled the crowd with his daring bicycle rides .down the hills. Initiation heads were Ronald Jones and John Toma; game head was Stella Demos, and Dora Mackin and Ann Pavicich were in charge of the food committee. The affair ended about 9 o’clock. BUY BONDS F.G.A.A. EVENTS ARE REVIEWED ALPHA G. A. A. Struggling hard at the beginning of the semester in September were the Freshies, eager to earn points to enable them to become members of the G. A. A. The first event of the year was the Fall Initiation, getting these “eager beavers” into the club. The Freshies didn’t have to put up with much, just a lot of dirty work, that’s all. The first Co-Ed Nite went over with a bang, and the Co-Ed Nites to follow were much enjoyed also. The War Service Committee got to work, and in December the G. A. A. sponsored a Bond Rally, which proved very successful. Entertain- ment was provided by student talent. Then that favorite event of the season finally came and after many preparations, everything was ready for the Christmas Spread. “Holidaze for Swing” was chosen as the theme for the G. A. A. Dance in January. Jiving Jacks and Jills really were cutting rugs that night. The boys really got the best of the girls in the volleyball games at Boy Meets Girl, but, look out in the fu- ture ! The Freshies that entered high school in February worked hard to earn points and were initiated at the Initiation Tea. During the week of April 23, you may havg seen some Freshman girls queerly dressed. One day they had to wear their clothes inside out as part of the initiation. Everyone dressed in Sunday best and made plans for the evening of the greatest event of them all, the Banquet, which was held at the Crys- tal Ballroom. This was, as always, a glorious event and an one never to be forgotten. Truly, every member of the G. A. A. always has had something to re- member. There always will be good times had by the G. A. A., and also a “little” work by the persons in charge of them. Let us give thanks to the girls who have made it possi- ble for us to have these events every year. With the closing of the late spring sports, the G. A. A. will have com- pleted a period of sports for 1944-45. In the fall of 1944, the G. A. A. members once again began their cycle of sports events by participating in horseshoes, tennis, paddle tennis, and handball. In early winter, indoor sports began. They were table ten- nis and basketball. In late winter, volleyball and bowling made fun for all members. Shuffleboard and deck tennis in early spring had the girls really play- ing, and for the juniors and seniors there was Streamliner, to streamline the “chassis.” The late spring sports, baseball, croquet and badminton, will close the year, and the G. A. A. members won’t have to worry about earning points until next year. G. A. A. INITIATES With the singing of the “Sta -- Spangled Banner,” the G. A. A. opened its annual Spring Initiation. After welcoming both new and o’d members, Eenie Bollog called upon the initiates, who marched up to-the stage to “Pomp and Circumstance.” The girls replied “I do” to the oath given by the president, and became full-fledged members of the G. A. A. They were Doris Andnert, Lorraine Bernat, Betty Bencze, Josie Catna- rata, Ida Lucas, Ann Molacha, Cath- erine Najar, Doris Nickovich, Jane Pankiewicz, Marianne Pavlik, Es- telle Pepoff, Sophia Plumas, Mary Sournis, Mildred Suchev, Annette Vaseloff, Jean Vavra, Sally Wojcik. A skit was presented by the Junior girls. Refreshments were served in the girls’ gym. Dancing followed. BETA G. A. A. NEWS New members were added to the club at the Initiation Tea. Everyone present had a swell time. There was some smooth rug cut- ting at the Teen-Age Nites, every Wednesday evening, and at the spe- cial Teen-Age Halloween Party. To celebrate the new year, the Beta G. A. A. sponsored a New Year’s Dance. To top things off, the formal event of the year, the May Ball, was ex- citing and thrilling for those who at- tended. Gorgeous gowns were seen all around the gym floor. BAND NEWS As the band comes marching up Broadway, the tune they play will make you want to march along with them. Those flashy uniforms in red, blue and gold, topped off with white shoes, in perfect rhythm, marching along. If you want to see our band strut its stuff, watch for them on Memorial Day and Flag Day . . . that’s when our Concert Band will be on parade. Page Six THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 25. 1945 BASKETBALL TEAM SEES A CIRCUS A few weeks ago Coach Man tv, and the basketball team left Gary and headed for the great circus show- ing at the Chicago Stadium. They arirved about 8:30 p. m., stiff and tired from their ride. Nevertheless, the boys enjoyed seeing all the variety acts in the Big Tent. There were only a few lions and monkeys in their cages, but the jug- gling, the tight-rope walkers, the net tricks, the clown acts, and the trapeze stunts, were enjoyed by all the boys. The main act of the show was the human cannon ball, a woman shot out of a cannon into a net some 50 feet away. The show lasted three hours, and at 11 130 Coach Mantz and the boys set out for home by way of the Lake Shore Drive. All the boys had a swell time, and will never forget Coach Mantz for making it possible. Boys attending were Joe Kozma, Bob Nickovich, Jim Christoff, Steve Badylak, Joe Hayduk, Carl Taseff, Alex Vagenas, Mike Chelovich, Sam Fostcro, James Johnson, Chris Gaste- vich, John Vucekovich, John Mar- janian (manager), and water boy, Vladimir Gastevich. BIOLOGY DOINGS Because of the short time between now and Exam Day, the Biology classes have not planned any further exhibits. However, Dolores Olaf, Donald Roby and Owen Bennett are making a few soap carvings. 'Fhe classes also are spending their time on different kinds of experi- ments. They are finding the study of physiology a very interesting sub- ject. 'File last three weeks of the semes- ter will be spent in spring cleaning. CHEMISTRY NEWS There will be no more exhibits for the Chemistry Club this year. T he class is beginning to work on gases, such as chlorine, bromine and iodine. This work has to be done with ex- treme care, as chlorine is a poisonous gas. The class also will be working on flame tests. The Chemistry Class has started its spring cleaning. The bookcase, stockroom and the cupboards have been thoroughly cleaned in prepara- tion for next year’s classes. SPECIAL CHORUS ENTERTAINS 'Fhe Froebel Special Chorus, di- rected by Mrs. A. B. Lee, recently presented a program in the Crystal Ballroom of Hotel Gary for a Ho- bart women’s club. The program was made up of a group of soloists, among them being James Henderson, Rosendo Varella, Gloria Gonan, Edna Louise Miller and Angeline Ramirez. The Bovajian Twins, Mary Lou and Catherine, and Bessie Georgeadis did a flag swinging number to the music of “Beautiful Ohio.” The Dance Group also presented a num- ber called “Melodrama.” Concluding numbers were three se- lections sung by the Special Chorus. M rs. Lee was presented with a corsage, and the group of performers v as presented with a large bowl or colorful assorted flowers. CHILD CARE COURSE 'I he following students have re- ceived diplomas for completing a course in Child Care. 'Fhe course ran for a period of eight weeks, and was held after school, under the sponsorship of Mrs. Scott. Diplomas were-presented to James Brakuli, Irene Cervantes, Richard Cervantes, Shirley Flournoy, Joan Furlin, Vcrneda Johnson, Andirann Julius,- Rose Kochataroff, Doris Keyes, Norma Moore, Rosa Lee Nadi, Mary Nuzzo, Vivian Patter- • in, Rita Philpovich, Katherine Ru- dovich. COPONET MAGAZINE MEETS WITH STUDENT APPROVAL Coronet Magazine is definitely something new in Froebel, and over 150 copies are being sold monthly. It appears that this magazine will run stiff competition with the Reader’s Digest, which has a 250 monthly quota here at school. Fhe swing to Coronet started in Miss Bopp’s English classes, and is n- w being bought in all English classes, and has proven itself to be a quite worthy and interesting maga- zine. For those who are not familiar with it, it contains a picture section, a series of articles by prominent men and women of America, and two or three book reports (mostly best sellers). If you are interested in buying this magazine for a school price, sec your English teacher. WOULDN’T IT BE WONDERFUL, IF . . . There had been 70 instead of 7 couples signed up for the prom hv the deadline, May 1. V-E Day had been announced sooner so we could have had a whole day from school. You could have gotten a B instead of a C in chemistry on your report card. Mrs. Jones had given the history test one day later, so the 8 :+o class could have studied the material mo'e thoroughly. Bart had come home to go to the May Ball with Josie Hirchak. Roger Muzzarelli’s Model A had been shined up for the May Ball. Irene Bollog had had 95 instead of 94 on the shorthand test so she could have gotten a certificate. Mary Ann Reithal was in F. B. C. so she could have taken Eddie K. to the May Ball. Bill C. had been able to say “yes” when Mrs. Jones asked if he had handed in his prom money. Mr. McAllister hadn’t been in Eng.ish class Monday, substituting at 3:15 for Mrs. Uncapher. (Inci- dentally, he said it was a good class.) Hilbert Morales woke up at 7:30 every day instead of 8130, so he could get to school on time. Rose Ensalaco had brought Her- fhey bars for all the friends she eats lunch with instead of herself. IT IS WONDERFUL THAT . . . V-E Day has come. Citamard’s play went over with a “bang.” There is less than a month of school left this year. The Senior Edition costs only 50c. The G. A. A. Banquet turned out to be such a nice affair. Fhe prom deadline was extended. Spring is finally here (we hope).,. Steel Dust Journal prints tickets for social affairs of the school. Surprise I held you in my arms last night, I looked into your eyes, There in the misty moonlight, Your lips began to rise. My lips swept down and kissed yours, They were cool as a rippling stream, Suddenly I tumbled out of bed— Heck! It was only a dream. —R. L. W. — May 25. 1945 AMERICAN GIRLS VIEW THE WAR “These arc the times that try men’s souls.” And that they do. Not only the adults of this upset world feel the pressure of war. The youth of Amer- ica, too, must face the war now, and they also have the job of building a lasting w'orld peace. What docs this yvar mean to an American high school girl? Or hasn’t her life been interrupted or changed ? This war means a lot of things, big and little. Maybe they are minor to adults, but to every, high school girl, they are everything, for they compose her world now and will be the hack- ground of her world tomorrow. Why do high school girls hold part time jobs? Yes, some do have a pure- ly patriotic reason, but a great ma- j rity only work to keep themselves well garbed. Even though the price of clothes has gone up, new skirts, sloppy joes, and jewelry arc necessi- ties. After school visits to the drug store are still a must on our hit-pa- rade. We can still, freely, have our fads and fashions. Entertainment such as school dances, dates, parties, and hikes, still manage to keep up on the happy side. A “must have” that could alnv'st he rated as number one is make-up. It seems queer that lipsticks, powder, and colognes are so plentiful at cos- metic counters here in America, yet English girls have a difficulty in ob- taining these articles. Other girls in this war-torn world haven’t time to think of cosmetics, for they are help- ing take care of the wxjunded soldiers or else too busy being guerrilla fighters. A real shortage is seen in the de- creasing numbers of MEN ! High school seems almost like a finishing school, strictly for girls! Here’s where the yvar has not hit, but socked every high school girl. “ 1 hey’re either too young or too old.” Now, there’s a saying that’s very true. There are a few, here and there, but —whenever a formal affair comes up and it’s high time to be looking for an escort, you may as well be looking for a needle in a haystack. What a memory of high school days we girls are going to cherish! Nothing like cfur sisters of a few years back. Why squawk? Look how much more we have than other girls, who don’t even have a school to go to. THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL TO CONCERT GOERS Too many school activities this month and next have caused the Mu- sic and Auditorium Departments to change the date for the Spring Con- cert from May 23 to June 8. RESERVE THE'DATF— FRIDAY, JUNE 8th! AN EXPERIENCE Our hero rushed madlv into his room. He threw himself in a chair, buried his face in his a-ms and re- mained there a motionless fisure o tragedy . . . yes, motionless, except when he moved to heave his shoulde s in weeping. He remained there to or 12 minutes, then with dete.rmina- tion got up, walked-over to the mir- ror and saw himself for the first tim as others saw him. Despair, an-ruish and misery played hide-and-seek on his mournful pan until suddenly hi features assumed that peculiar con- vulsion that marked the birth of an “idea.” Now, lifting his head with that proud exultation that is notice! in martyrs, he threw off his collar, jerked on his bathrobe, and strode with big strides into the bathroom. He locked the doors, grabbed the lethal weapon, hesitated only one moment, closed his eyes, pressed the dangerous instrument to his cheeks and looked up in sorrowful triumph ... he had shaved !!!! Instead of learning English, Latin and History, they’re learning what to do during an air-raid, and how to care for the W’oundcd and dying. Others are learning how' to shoulder a gun and kill a man. Not very pleasant yvork for a female. American girls also have tasted of sorrow. For haven’t many of us lost brothers, cousins and even sw’ect- hearts in this tragic war? What a world for youth to grow up in! But American youth will be, and must be, strong enough to make a lasting peace so that our generation shall not have died in vain. Wc’rc learning now, with tragedy as our teacher, why we must end this war to stop all wars, and find eternal peace for this war-wrecked world! BUY BONDS I Page Seven Susie Q. Says— Just to start it off with a bit oc chit-chat . . . we have Steve Badvhak. who has chosen a fair maiden from Emerson as his heart throb. . . . Oh, yes, speaking of Emerson, it seems as if Sam Bain has taken a great interest in Delores Ryan. . . . Joe Kuzma is being rather different and has a Froe- bel flame, but it’s rather hard to tell if it’s really that senior girl. ... It isn’t very puzzling why Estelle Pep- off just dies for Gregory Peck, yet it’s strange hoyv Johnny Christoff re- sembles him so. . . . To get a beau tr, m Froebel is really something, but Alice Matson has one all the wray from Hobart. . . . That’s all reet! . . . By the way, Joe Krasnansky has t! e privilege of using a friend’s car whenever he wishes. Then, it’s no wonder that his time is occupied so. . . . Just the other day yvho should be walking down the street but Marie Kisylia yvith a bruiser of a man named “Bill.” . . . All the Or- thodoxes yvere excused on their Good Friday, but it seems as if Sylvia Eno- shei insisted upon going to school. Could- it be because of a certain F. M.? . . . Has Dan Oprish lost all interest in girls, or just all faith? . . . When tyvo brains like Mary Ellen and John Baranko get together, s- mething is bound to happen. . . . Can you guess? . . . Why does Paul ! )omonkos always dance with Lillian Fippas? Could she be his postyvar ' p'an? . . .Joan Gadbury and Bob Nickovich see quite a lot of each other, in fact, they go well together! . . . John Hajvert seems to mean business when talking about Stella Wukich. . . . Since Anne Kalinich bad Arnold Bernstein for her May Ball date, he does his part by dating her quite often. . . . Stella Klimis has left “Tony” to her sister, Irene, again. . . . Note: Mitch Terzich is in love with his music at present. . . . Mary Uzelac is all for planning to have a certain Lew Wallace boy for her Prom date. . . . SIGNS OF THE TIMES In a yvindow of a Washington Street poultry and egg store: Will reopen when black market permits. Germany may have invented the blitz, but yve oyvn all of the improve- ments and Patton rights. During the “broyvn out,” I yy'onder what the man yvho used to promise, “I’ll put your name in lights” used for a come-on? Page Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL May 25. 1945 FROEBEL GRAD CASUALTY It is with deepest sorrow that we receive the shocking news of the death of Corp. Emil E. Gar- cia, Froebel graduate of ’41. Emil lost his life while fighting with Patton’s Third Army as an observer with forward units. His letter to the family told that he was riding in a tank, radioing in- formation to combat units. He previously had been in communica- tions. He was inducted in Jan- uary of 1942 and went over in July of 1944. Emil was born in Denver, but moved to Gary in 1936. He en- tered Froebel school and graduat- ed froih here. While attending school he was a member of the Concert Band and later played with dance orchestras. To his mother, father and brother, we wish to extend our deepest and sincere sympathy for the grave loss this war has caused them and for the precious sacrifice they laid on the altar of victory. Lately seen around school were the Roby brothers, John and Ernest, I. L. Irving, Nick Roman, George Slid, Charles Anastoff, Ernest John- son, Manuel Santos, James Thomas, AI Vucekovich, George Gerasimovich and Richard Stempak. EL SMELLO Marine: A sharp nose indicates in- telligence. Sarge: Yeah, and a flat, curiosity! Louis Hurtado, S 2 r, has seen plenty of action and was hurt in the leg. But we now have received word that he is getting along fine. Louie has been in several places, namely, Pearl Harbor, Saipan, Tinian and Iwo Jima, and has seen plenty of the world. He wishes to hear from his friends, so let’s go! Louis C. Gugliuzza, S l c, is some- where in the Orient. Louie, like a lot of other boys, has seen plenty of places—Pearl Harbor, Karrai, John- son Islands, Eniwetok and Guam. Word has been received from the Marine Base that Marine Gunnery Sergt. John Louis Sammy, a veteran of the Marshall and Mariana Islands campaigns, has been honorably dis- charged. Sammy, former three-sport star at Froebel, has seen service in Hawaii and Samoa and was a mem- ber of an assault unit in the Tv enty- Fifth Marine Regiment with the Fourth Marine Division invaded the Marshalls in February of 1943. For bis part in the conquest of Saipan, Sammy was awarded the Purple Heart Medal and the Presidential Unit Citation. « Pvt. Alfonso Navarro, who is in the infantry, is stationed in the Ma- riana Islands. They’re taking care of the remaining Japs that are left in the mountains. There are plenty of B-2g’s there, too. A1 is fortunate to have a few Gary boys there u tilt him. Pvt. Angelo Polakis, in the field artillery, is fighting in Central Lu- zon. Angelo eats good and has drunk cocoanut wine. He says he is busy mopping up Jap snipers and that they are plenty tricky. Sargc: Don’t you know that al- cohol is slow poison ? Rookie: That’s all right ... I ain’t in no hurry! T Sgt. Sherman Gillon, Jr., sta- ti ned in Germany at present is at a battalion headquarters. Sergeant Gil- lon has been overseas since January of 1944. He had a year of typing, which is helping him in his work. Sherman wrote a letter to the Jour- nalism Class saying he got the school paper and enjoyed it immensely. Ernest Roby is home on a 30-day leave after being overseas for more than a year and a half. Sgt. John Sliaifer was very glad to receive the school paper, and wishes to send his regards to the students. John has learned much ahout the people in England, France, Belgium and Holland, and thinks they are OK. The students of these countries can speak at least three languages and some four. Even though he is some- where in Germany, he is enjoying the best life a soldier can enjoy. Enough of sleep, food and work, which is a help to our victory. Our Berlin correspondent writes that he had met Hitler, and he was as nice a guy as you’d hope to find— ON THE END OF A ROPE Pfc. Nick Pampalone, a member of the Seventh Army,'is now an infan- tryman, stationed somewhere in Ger- many. Nick hasn’t met up with any Gary boys, but has met several from Indiana, but they all lived where the corn and potatoes grew. He said if anyone cares to write, he’ll try to an- swer, for you can write only so much without being disturbed by some fool taking a shot at you, for, as Nick says, “oyer here if isn’t a bowl of cher- ries!” Congratulations to Pfc. Manuel Santos and Helen Sosh on their re- cent engagement. Helen is at Mercy Hospital as a Cadet Nurse. Manuel has been in the Marshall Islands and in the South Pacific for 18 months' and was home on a 30-day furlough. Annie: Who was that man I saw you with last night ? Fanny: That was no man, that was a 4-F! George Gerasimovich was home on a 14-day leave and is to return to the Naval Air Station at Jacksonville, b lorida. He expects a “delay en route leave” on his way to another destina- tion. Four times previously awarded bat- tle participation credit for troop car- rier sorties on the western front, S Sgt. Rafael Cardenas has been pre- 'ented with his fifth bronze battle star, significant of service in five major battles in the European thea- ter of operations. Ray’s unit, the 436th I roop Carrier Group, was cited for its successful fulfillment of airborne operations on D-Day in Normandy, and since has carried out thousands of resupply and air evacu- ation missions betwen combat sorties. George Suci, salutatorian of the Class of ’42, attended Purdue Uni- versity for three years. He has been drafted, but is continuing his electri- cal engineering at a college in North Carolina. Sgt. Nick Roman has seen 11 months of combat in Italy. While on his way' overseas, his plane was drilled by anti-aircraft fire, and he landed in Tunisia. Nick is a radio technician of the Army ground crew. He is home on a 30-day furlough. Steel Dust Journal ☆ ☆ A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIVE ☆ ☆ VOLUME II. No. 17_FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL GARY, INDIANA June is. 1945 SPECIAL GRADE SCHOOL EDITION TO NEXT YEAR’S FRESHMEN . . . Your parents and grandparents can recall the days when graduation from the eighth grade was an event of the very first importance. The greatest possible amount of fuss was made over the graduates—diplomas, new clothes, and a long commence- ment program with a speaker. The reason for the fuss was that most boys and girls didn’t remain in school long enough to finish even the eighth grade, and only a few ever went on to high school. Our ideas are different now. We want everyone to finish elementa-y school and nearly everyone to go on to high school. H igh school is different no ’. There are courses to suit everyone v ho has ambtions for advancement and self-improvement, not just for those who plan to go on to college. Rut, just because we have taken away the outward glory from your success in completing the eighth grade, don’t imagine for a moment that we think your success unimpor- tant. You now have enough of the fundamental skills of learning that you can go ahead to a higer level of work in school. No lasting structure can be built without a solid founda- tion, and you will realize the truth of this after you have tried your hand at high school studies for a while. Continue, then, with a sense of the job well started, and a determination to do better work in high school than you have done so far. FRANK S. ALBRIGHT. Child Care Course Fifteen Frocbcl pupils, including two boys, have recently completed a Child Care Course. The study com sisted of seven lessons. First, Mrs. (Contineud on Page 4) Class 45 Holds Party in Gym A party was given recently in the girls’ gym by Class 45. It was the result of a very successful waste pa- per collection sponsored by Class 45 during the latest drive. The success was due to the fact taht the class was divided into two groups, with Ma- rion Ozanick and Anthony Riga as cptains. Taking into consideration that in the event of being the loser, total responsibility of the party would he theirs, each side labored diligently at the task of collecting paper many hours after school and on Saturdays. By some great coincidence, 6,500 pounds were the net proceeds of each side, making a grand total of 13,000 pounds. In other words, a tie. There- fore, contributions for the refresh- ments at the party were made by the entire lcass. With Marion Ozanich as master of ceremoneis, the party started with that very exciting game of “Truth or Consequences.” Rosa Ia;c Nash was the first victim whose consequence was imitating a kitten by lapping “coke” from a paper dish. The next contestant was Carmen Cammaratta, who happened not to recall that Dr. Einstein is the world’s greatest living scientist and mathe- matician. As his consequence, he told a tall tale on a trip to Mars, which kept everyone laughing for at least two full minutes. Among the more fortunate contestants, to the dismay of everyone, were Miss Monohan, Miss Waggoner and Mr. Butler. When “Truth or Consequences” fi- nally drew to an end, everyone helped himself to the delicious re- freshments. Ruth Smcnyak then entertained with several very nice piano selec- tions. This gay and lively party end- ed with everyone dancing to favorite recordings. All in all, everyone had a wonderful time. 8A PERSONALITY POLL Cutest Girl .... Angeline Prado Cutest Boy.........Joe Gonzales Popular Girl.....Maggie Kyros Popular Boy .... Robert Regalado Studious Girl .... Helen Chrison Studious Boy .... Clarence Boone Wittiest Girl .... Mary Strimbu Wittiest Boy .... James Navarro Athletic Girl .... Irene Wirotsko Athletic Boy................Tom Moore Courteous Girl .... Rosa Lee Nash Courteous Boy . . . John Furguson Ambitious Girl . . . Henrietta Larry Ambitious Boy . . . John Gallinotti Best Dressed Girl . . . Lillian Taleff Best Dressed Boy . . . Victor Alabacli OUR GIRLS SEW FOR RUSSIAN WAR RELIEF Mrs. Taylor’s high school and eighth grade classes are making 35 khaki colored dresses, size six, for Russian girls. Colorful trimmings arc chosen by each girl. Red, yellow, green, rose and blue rickrack with matching buttons have been used. A few girls who desire more individ- uality on their dresses, are embroid- ering along the collar. Buttonholes have been made by the buttonhole at- tachment in Miss Williams’ room. The dresses have round collars and open down the front. We hope to have these finished by June 11, when Miss Williams is pre- senting a skit on Russian War Relief , sewing at the Vocational Commence- ment. SCIENCE SOUNDS Class 45 boys are studying sound in General Science. In one experi- ment, Miss Mailath gave each pupil a test tube and we made all the dif- ferent sounds we could. After this, we put water into eight test tubes, each one having less water than the others. We measured the water sc we could make the scale. Some boys who take band played a tune on t cse tubes. Pa70 Two THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL June IS. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL (Published Semi-Monthly) Subscription Price...11.00 Tear R. A. Nuxum........................ Principal F. s. Albright.............Aeeletant Principal siArr Editor.............. Sporta.............. Copy............... Circulation PuMlnens Manager.... Service News........ Class Sponsor Printing Sponsor.... Printers........... Typing ..Gertrude Danch ..Nick Steroff John Baranko Carl Taaeff ..Eleanor Berxlsh Ann Thomas ..Ann Msrenclk ..Angellne Ramlrex ..Angllne Elmaa Jeannette Marckese ..Kathryn Welsh ..Harvey Knesek ..Phil Pletrxak John Baranko Nick Stevoff Jerry Polakis ..Seventh Period Shorthand Class FROM LIFE’S TREASURY If wc were to evaluate all our earthly possessions, certainly we would find the things that are taken for granted to be the most cherished. Perhaps, in the few jotted down here, you may discover it’s the little things that count. The sound of pouring raindrops on the roof. A long car ride in the country. The feel of a fountain pen on smooth paper. A good book, a cozy chair, and a juicy apple. v The smell of incense in a church. A kitten’s soft fur. Stars that twinkle in the night. The stirring notes of the national anthem. The first flowers of spring. A summer breeze. Autumn leaves. T he spirit of Christmas. Evidence Maud Muller, on a summer’s night, Turned down the only parlor light. • The judge beside her whispered things, Of wedding bells and diamond rings. He spoke his love in burning phrase, And acted forth in foolish ways. When he was gone, Maud gave a laugh, And then turned off the dictograph! —Anthony Riga. With apologies to John Greenleaf Whittier. 8A Birthdays Bessie Damaskas ...........June 3 Ronald Heeg ...............June 3 Diane Chelop ..............June 5 William Cherock ...........June 5 Theodore Tylicky ..........June 6 Celestine Panunzio ........June 9 Joe M. Lakatos ............June 9 Alfonso Holliday ..........June 10 Rosa Lee Nash .............Juncn Mary Bcllestra ............June 11 Irene Wirostko ............June 14 Alice Herrera .............June 14 Anna Bell Howard ..........June 15 Julia Chepokas ............June 16 ngeline Prado ...........June 20 Anna Paraschos ............June23 Ezill Bray ................June 24 Richard Lasemby ...........June 28 Danny Cugal ...............June 30 Lewis Watts ...............June 30 ALL OUT FOR THE WEASEL To help the 7th War Loan Drive in public and parochial schools to raise $192,000 to pay for 40 weasels by war stamps and bond purchases, one of the army’s vehicles that travel over sands, through snows, in swamps and water, was demonstrated at Froebel recently. The signal for the fire alarm was sounded and all classes passed out of the building as usual. Pupils and teachers lined the walks on Madison, Jackson, 13th and 15th. The driver of the trailer carrying the weasel was requested to circle the entire school grounds several times until everyone had had an opportunity to see it, after which the signal whistle and bell was given for returning to classes. Pet Peeves M iss Monahan: Open drawers and doors. Irene Bellesis: Hill billy songs and dances. Loraine Booth: To get up in the morning. Ann Stouratis: Being late. Eugene King: Apache dances. John Gibson: Lawrence Tibbctt trying to sing. Violet Skrivan: Hearing the saxo- phone. , Verneda Johnson: People who scrape their feet on tin. Ruth Di Biasc: To recite in class. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU You see, we’re up to date In sending our good wishes The day you celebrate: You didn’t have to worry About our coming through. Some certain folks We don’t forget, And one of them is you! Name—Class— Date Olga Brancyk, Senior .......June 3 Donald Roby, Soph ..........June 3 Helen Stryszek, Soph .......June 4 Sylvia Cogclia, Junior .....June s Ruben Hernandez, Soph ......June 6 Paul Domonkos, Soph ........June 7 Bessie Georgadis, Frosh ....June 7 Paul Barlas, Frosh .........June 8 Malena Vulich, Junior..........June 8 Josephine Houston, Soph ....June 9 Anne Ply, Senior ...........June9 Lorraine Bobrick, Senior ...June 10 Delores Hanson, Frosh ......June 10 Alex Thomas, Frosh .........June 11 A ice Toth, Senior .........June 11 Odell Walker, Junior .......June 11 Albert Roscoe, Soph ........June 12 Harry Givens, Junior .......June 14 Rudolph Pienta, Soph .......June 14 Ethel Keleman, Senior ......June 16 Mary Souronis, Frosh .......June 16 Mildred Jamison, Soph ......June 17 J orraine Kepshire, Senior....June 17 Helen Shimko, Soph .........June 17 Steve Altomore, Soph .......June 18 Rose Kotlaroff, Soph.............June 18 Elizabeth Shingler, Frosh ....June 19 Betty Bushwty, Frosh .......June 20 Albert Horvat, Junior ......June 21 Joan Miccolis, Junior ......June 21 1 Gcorganne Pepoff, Soph .....June 21 Pearlie Mae Evans, Soph.......June 22 A word to the wise is sufficient! Guy: “Let’s walk in the park.” Gal: “No. I’m afraid if I do you will kiss me.” Guy: “No. Honest I won't.” Gal: “Then what’s the use?” —The Range Finder. For the first 20 years of a man’s life his mother asks, “Where are you going?” and for the next 40 his wife says, “Where have you been?” |me IS. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Three PROM REMINISCENCES Without question, the outstanding event of the year was the Junior- Senior Prom, held in the Crystal Ballroom of Hotel Gary. Officially, the Prom began Monday night, June 4, 1945. Each day until the guests finally gathered in the elegant ball- room, Juniors and Seniors could be seen madly dashing hither and yon as if their very lives depended on the outcome of that date that didn..t ma- terialize, or that dress that did not arrive. At 9 o’clock, to the strains of Reynold Young’s fantastic cyncopa- tors, Ed Yukl, accompained by Vio- let Crane, led the attending Juniors and Seniors, our class sponsors and guests, in the Grand March, mark- ing the beginning of an evening of dancing and gaiety. Some of the couples in attendance were: Edward Komisarcik and Mary Ann Reithel, Bob Nickovich and Joan Gadbury, Danny Pavloff and Marge Kelchakr Bernic Bell and Mary Ellen Neal, John Baranko and Dorothy Kisella, Joe Kolvy and Syl- via Cogelja, Alex Molchan and Gcorgann Pepoff, and John Rozsa and Gertrude Danch. The terpsichorean convulsions prac- ticed by the participant's so exhausted and famished them that in order to restore their equilibrium it was neces- sary to make several reservations at nearby strategic locations of nutri- ment, at the end of the Prom. The Senior Class sponsors arc: Mrs. Ann Jones, Miss Margaret Southwick, Mr. O. E. Fisher and Mrs. Kathryn Welsh. The Junior Class sponsors are: Mrs. Leora Stew- art, Miss Marguerite Gohdes, Mr. Charles Chamberlain and Mr. Val Aurit. Officers of the Senior Class are: Edward Yukl, president; Joan Gadbury, vice president; Dora Mackin, secretary; Christ Anastoff, treasurer, and Ann Pavicich, social chairman. The Junior Class officers are: Edward Komisarcik, president: Pete Kovalenko, vice president; Gas- perine Pampalone, secretary; Joe Kolvy, treasurer; Stella Demos, so- cial chairman, and Alice Romanow, publicity chairman. M olotov E den S tettinius S oong. OTHELLO HIGHLIGHT OF CITAMARD'S EXPERIENCES Recently the Citamard players at- tended a performance of “Othello” in Chicago. It was viewed in cele- bration of their previous successful three-act production, Arsenic and Old Lace.’.. They had received a let- ter from a former Citamard member, 'Pony Pavelka, in which Paul Robe- son was praised for his portrayal of the title role in “Othello.” Of course, this caused greater interest in the play, and it was with great excite- ment that they left for Chicago to see it. After the youthful dramatists had seen the play with much pleasure, they talked of going backstage to talk with Mr. Robeson. Mr. and Mrs. Cohen, who went along as chaper- ons, arranged for five minutes ad- mission to see the artist. Mr. Robe- son was said to be most natural, friendly, and the possessor of a grand personality. It was a thrilling mo- ment for all the Citamard Players. You see, every single one of them managed to see and talk with the star! DELORES LEKA . . . PIN-UP GIRL Delores Leka, Froebel’s cutest Freshman girl, has been named “Pin- Up Girl” by a squad of sailors in the Western Pacific. It all started when Danny Jurato, a buddy of Tom “Spoon” Ristoff, former Froebcl stu- dent, saw Delores’ picture in .the Freshman edition of the Steel Dust Journal. He wrote to Delores, tell- ing her that the boys in his squad had picked her as a pin-up girl, but would appreciate it very much if she would send them a large size picture suit able for pinning up. Delores, who was very surprised to receive the let- ter, intends to comply with their re- quest and write to Danny, who lived in Gary and attended Horace Mann, although his heart always did belong to Froebel, as he puts it. JUNIORS, SENIORS ARE BRAYE-THEY TOOK PATCH TEST With faces as white as the patch they were about to receive, the Jun- ior and Senior girls and Junior boys lined up bravely in the nurse’s of- fice recently to receive the patch test which shows whether you have tu- berculosis germs in your body. To watch their behavior, one would think it was sure death to step into the section where the doctor was ad- ministering the test. Each time a student stepped out, the needle which we were certain was going into our arm at least an inch, grew longer and longer. Everyone thought the little white patch stopped the bleeding which the needle had probably caused. Imagine everyone’s relief to find, not a needle sticking in the arm when they entered the room, but a nurse waiting to dab alcohol on their arms before the doctor put the patch on. Say, that wasn’t so bad! Who said it hurt ? There’s nothing to it, was what everyone said as they proudly showed their white patch off to the lower classmen who did not take the test. Most of the students, though, could not wait till the lapse of two d vs to have the patch removed by the nurse, but began peeking under them the morning before file unveil- ing to see if they had any of tire little red spots indicative of tuberculosis germs. This sneak preview did not harm any of these inquisitive students for a few hours later all the patches were removed. Although everybody said they had T. B., there were but a few' infected, and these will be taken care of. The movie that was shown to us in assembly the day before the tests showed to us that though tuberculo- sis is a dangerous disease, it can be fought and cured as well as any other ailment. Tact is the ability to fence a girl in without having her give you the gate. —Ray Evikota. BUY BONB Page Four THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL JUNE 15. 1915 BETA G.A.A. MAY BALL The Beta G. A. A. held its annual May Ball recently, with a new addi- tion which was a banquet given be- fore the ball. Florence Sadler was in charge of banquet duties, anl she and her committee found the work to be hard, but enjoyable and successful. The banquet was held in the Froe- bel cafeteria. Mamie Olive, presi- dent of the club, welcomed the guests and members. The program included the reading of the Freshmen Hopes by Gladys Williams; Sophomore Ambitions, Dorothy Jackson; Junior Prophecy, Anne Boyd; the Senior Will, Mildred Johnson; and singing of popular tunes by all. ’ Miss Cor- nelia Beall, spinsor, presented awards to girls who served one year on the nclia Beall, sponsor, presented awards to the girls who had earned 1,500 points in sports activity. The installation of the new offi- cers of 1945-1946 brought forth the following results: President', Lor- raine Watts; vide president, Jose- phine Huston; secretary, Naomi Au- gustus; treasurer, Dorothy Jackson; social chairman, Bessie Whittaker; sports co-ordinator, Katherine Burr, and, publicity chairman, Dorothy Goudeau. Good luck to you next year. Following the banquet, everyone went to the gym, where the girls met their beaux, and danced the rest of the evening to the swell music of Franklin Carter and his orchestra. Among the guests were Mr. and Mrs. Gilroy, Mr. and Mrs. Nuzum, Mr. and Mrs. Albright, Mr. and Mrs. Davis, Miss Cooper, Mrs. Un- capher, Miss Southwick and Richard Cannon, U. S. Navy. FROEBEL CHORAL GROUP ENTERTAINS LIONS CLUB Mrs. B. A. Lee took the 3:15 Spe- cial Chorus to entertain the Lions Club members at a meeting held at Hotel Gary recently. The program consisted of several soloists, including Gloria Gonan, Rita Balles, Rosenda Varela, Edna Louise Miller and Angelinc Ramirez. Selections presented by the chorus were “Pale Moon,” “Panis Angeli- cus,” Gloria Gonan doing the solo, and “Lover Come Back to Me,” solo parts being sung by Angeline Paulos, Diane Mihelic and Angeline Ra- mirez. Included was the flag-swinging number of “Beautiful Ohio,” per- formed by Bessie Georgadis and the Boyajian Twins, Mary Lou and Catherine. Following the program, the appre- ciative audience treated the group. STELLA WUKICH. '45-'46 PRESIDENT OF F. B. C. The fate of next year’s Froebel Booster Club lies in the hands of Stella Wukich, newly elected presi- dent who wtih her board was recent- ly elected when approximately 51 members cast their votes for the 1945-46 officers. The slate was presented to the girls and nominations from the floor were made. The votes were talliedw and counted before the girls, and the results were:: President, Stella Wu- kich; vice president, Mildred Ribar; secretary, Anne Thomas; treasurer, Marie Kisylia; social chairman, An- geline Elmas; publicity chairman, Mary Ellen Neal; program chair- man, Alice Romanow; booster chair- man, Hedwig Nalborcyk; welfare chairman, Albina Spclich; parliamen- tarian, Mary Hostinsky. The votes were tallied and counted by Lydia Honchar, Amelia Drakos and Mary Libassi. Miss Liggett concluded the meet- ing with a short talk on manners. The meeting was adjourned with the girls holding hands and saying “Let us be loyal friends, now and forever.” KEEP IT UP! Each and every adult is trying to do his level best to help in the war effort. So now the younger children are trying to do any' little thing that will help. Rachel Zaragosa, Joanne Sandala, Beverly Riesco, Theresa Mansilla, Elaine Tonetsho, Jean Demos, and Carmen Ceribe have decided that' knitting a blanket will help, and the girls are very right. The Steel Dust Journal wishes to congratulate you girls on taking it upon yourself and not letting the adults do all the work. Keep up this work and try to en- courage your friends to help. Remem- ber, every bit counts. Keep it up! CHILD CARE (Continued from Page 1) Scott gave an introduction. In the second lesson, Mrs. Taylor demon- strated how to wash and handle a baby. The third, Mrs. Fagan told what foods to feed the baby. At the next lesson, Miss Schell taught games and songs which would interest small- er children. Mrs. Scott gave infor- mation on babies. As the final lesson, the group were taken to a nursery at Christ Church, Sixth and Washing- ton. They were shown where the children slept, ate and played. They also were told the schedule which the children went by and the tuition paid by the parents. The group selected Rosa Lee Nash to represent Froebel at a luncheon in Hotel Gary, spon- sored by the Altrusa Club of Gary. Rosa Lee Nash also received a letter of congratulation from the president, Miss Schooler. Certificates were awarded to those who completed the course. The following were mem- bers of the class: Verneda Johnson, Rosa Lee Nash, Doris' Keyes, Eldora Patterson, Rose Kachataroff, An driana Julius, Rita Phiponob, Kath- erine Rudovich, Irene Cervantes, Richard Cervantes, James BrakulicK and Mary Nuzzo. BUY BONDS STAMPS Tune 15, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Paae Five PERSONALITY PROFILES brown and she has very dark brown hair. She was born in Gary, June 1. One of the smallest boys in the eighth grade, whose favorite sport is basketball, and who plays a musical instrument almost as big as he is. He is 4 feet 8)4 inches tall, has green eyes, black hair, and is 13 years old. 2. One of the most popular boys in the eighth grade, who plays a mu- sical instrument and just dies to go swimming and fishing. He’s 5 feet 2 inches tall, has brown eyes, brown hair, and is 14 years old. 3. One of the nicest girls in the eighth grade, whose favorite sport is swimming and who came from Spain a couple of years ago. She’s 5 feet 5 inches tall, has black hair, brown eyes, and is 13 or 14 years old. 4. This young lady is known as “Nellie” to her friends. She is 5 feet tall, has light brown hair and brown eyes. Although she was born on Oc- tober 27, 1930, everyone thinks that she is much younger. She is of Rou- manian descent and her hobby is sav- ing souvenirs. Since history is her fa- vorite subject, she would like it as her careef. Yes, you’re right, it’s . . . 5. He’s 5 feet 2 inches, has green- ish blue eyes. His hair is brown and his birthday is August 30, 1931. His favorite hobby is collecting stamps. Nickname is “Grass,” and his ambi- tion is to become a reporter. He is of Russian descent. Guess who? 6. She is 5 feet 3 inches, has brown eyes and wears glasses. Her hair is black, and her favorite hairdo is pig- tails. She was born June 11, 1931, in El Paso, Texas, and came to Gary in September, 1942. “Nickie” is her nickname. Her ambition is to become a nurse and we all wish her luck. Can you guess who? 7. She’s 5 feet, V inches tall. Has dark brown hair and equally brown eves. She was born in good old Gary, September 16, 1930, and is of Greek descent. “Chris” is the nickname she prefers to be called by. Her hobby is collecting miniature dolls wearing long gowns. She said she can’t de- side whether she likes football or ten- nis better. John Garfield and Rich- ard Crane are her favorite actors and Maureen O’Hara and Loraine Day are her favorite actresses. You guess who. 8. This slender young lady is 5 feet 4 inches tall. Her eyes are dark 16, 1931. She is of Greek descent. “Ju Ju” is an odd nickname, but that’s what they call her. She likes football the best and tries to go to all the games. Her ambition is to be a secretary. Van Johnson is the one she swoons for. Try to guess who this is. 9. Five feet tall, 94 pounds, green- ish blue eyes, light brown hair. Fa- vorite major league baseball team, Chicago Cubs. Loves sports, basket- ball being the favorite, football the runner-up, baseball, the great nation- al pastime, third. Favorite actress, Betty Grable, favorite actor Alan Ladd. Nickname, “Wee Willie.” Guess who? 10. Stands 5 feet inches, cat eyes, light brown hair, H2j4 pounds. Favorite sport, football, with bas- ketball running a neck and neck race with football for top honors. Base- ball third. Favorite actress, Hedy Lamar; favorite actors, Humphrey Bogart and Alan Ladd. Nickname, “Sloppie Bohbie.” Guess who? Answers on page 10 THE STAFF WISHES YOU CULINARY CURRICULUM If you were unexpectedly to visit the 9:35 cooking class you probably would find Anna Paraschos crying while peeling onions; Angeline Prado will be cutting beets, while next to her Mary Strimbu is busily taking the eyes out of potatoes (you’ve no idea how many eyes each potato has until you peel them). Cornelia Gu- san is very neatly spreading butter on bread, while Rosa Lee Nash is putting the meat in the sandwiches. At their side, wrapping the sand- wiches is Irene Wirostka (just like a production line, isn’t it?). If you see two girls running back and forth try- ing to keep up with all the duties Mrs. Stratford has for them, they are Aanstasia Tsoutsouris and Helen Chrison. Ruth Smcnyak has the tough job of standing above the hot stove making gravy and equally hot is Dorothy Bogvo’s job of cooking the barbecue. Catherine Pappas has a very interesting job—she helps to make the pics . . . and they’re plenty pood, too! You’re probably wonder- ing, “What, no dish washer?” Yes, we have a dish washer and her name is Violet.. She’s a paid dish washer. All we have to do is dry the dishes ■’ftcr we complete our own work, that’s all. Page Six THE STEEL DU T JOURNAL June 15, 1945 BEST SPORTS COMPETITION OF THE YE R rate shooting, as well as brains. Hob Nickovich and Joe Kuzma worked hand in hand in this game for the .Seniors, but it was left to Alex Va- genas and Carl Taseff to be high point men for this game. BLUE DEVILS TAKE 9th AT STATE MEET RONALD JONEsIn FIRST PLACE “Ye Oh’e Sports Edytor” has been l I in r over the Froebel sports rec- ord for the 1944-1945 year, and has o 'nd, in his opinion, the best foot- ball game, best basketball game, the bet swimming meet, and the best r ack meet. Would you like to read about them? Here they are: FOOTBALL Froebel vs. Hammond Tech That, guys and gals, was THE fortbaU game of the year. It was t e game that proved just what the [Hue Devils did have. Our boys came from behind, tied the score, and t en went on to beat T ech’s I igers, 12 6. The game was played in Ham- mond on October 13, 1944, and is re- garded bv “Ye Sports Edytor” as the best footba!l game. The highlight of the game was Joe Hayduck’s gift interception and his goalward trek. However, Joe ran into trouble half- av to the goal and had to lateral to George Frankovich, who completed t'e inisison and scored, to tic the count at 6 all. Then Froebel again d'ove goalward in the last quarter. This time James McGee flipped a Ion? pass to James Haywood to the i2-f a d line, where Frankovich again took over and scored from 12 yards cut. The score remained 12-6, and F'robel’s Blue Devils had a hard- fought game to their credit. BASKETBALL Froebel vs. Washington E. C. Kids, this year’s basketball games have been nothing but thrillers. We had a hard time deciding which was the game, so potluck told us to choose this one because we beat a highly re- garded Senator team. 29-25. This was where the Blue Devils had to use brawn, fancy tactics, and accu- 5WIMMING Froebel vs. Horace Mann Even though starting from scratch this season, our swimming.team picked up some promising swimmers. The •oughest swimming meet, in which there v. as plenty of competition, was t' e second one with Horace Mann. Mike Sosh got a first in the 40 and 100 yard free style events, while Nick Thiros, Augustine Leone, and Chris Zeheralis placed third in the breast stroke, 220 free style, and back stroke, respectively. Manuel Nova paced second in the 100-yard free st’. le, and Dan Oprish placed second in both the back stroke and diving. Our 160 free style relay team also won, to make the final score stand at 37-29. TRACK West NIHSC Meet The meet where Froebel Bine Devils really made themselves felt in track was the NIHSC meet in East Chicago. The team ran second to Hammond and scored 46J 2 points. Our Blue Devils even broke some records while they were running the distance in 23.4 seconds. Melvin also heat Marce Gonzales’ record in the 100-yard dash when he was clocked in 10.2. Other track men who placed outstandingly in the meet were Ron- ald Tones and Eddie Brown, who scored second arid third, respectively in the pole vault, and our mile relay combination, which placed second. Rcnre entati es of the Froebel Track Tea— won ninth place at tbc ‘.2nd annual Indiana High School Track Meet held recently at Indian- apolis. Froebel had entrants in our events. Melvin Stroud ran in the 100-yard dash and in the 200-vard low hurdles race. Ronald Jones in the pole vault, and Hill, Hadley, Roby and Har- wood ran in the mile relay. Of the 44 other high school teams that -■co-ed, Froebel won ninth bv collect- ing a total of 9 points. The Bine ''evi's scored in only two events. Ronald Jones pole vaulted a height of 11 feet and 9 inches to win first place, and the Froebel mile team won fourth place. The Blue Devils of Froebel congratulate the Anderson, Indiana, team for winning first place at the State Meet. TRACK NEWS Who will be the track stars of to- r-'-row remains to be seen. Four davs after the downstate track meet tbc,grade school boys of Froebel missed the record for the TOO-yard dash time by .4 seconds. T he winner nf this grade school race was Joe Gonzales, younger brother of Marcc G Mizales, track star now at the Uni- versity of Illinois. The runner-up in this race was Albert Euerette, new- comer to Froebel, who was not even a half a step behind Gonz.ales. Both will run at Horace Mann in the city meet. Among the 8A Class, the leading place holder is Class 42, for if has two first-place winners, a third place and a fourth place. Froebel can look forward to a top-notch varsity track team, for all these are 8th graders. fune 15, 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Seven SEKIOR SPORT SHORTS JAMES JOHNSON Known to his “public” as “Sid,” James is quite a hepcat straight from the solid side, and plays a rough game of basketball, as proven by his banc-up season last year. He also runs both the low and high hurdles, and has contributed many points to the Froc’-cl track team. He has been a definite factor in the success of this year’s track team. You can always ; v him strolling leisurely down the ha Is, with a friendly “Hello” for c eryone. JOE KOZMA Joe, who is quite a heart throb to many girls, has been on the varsity basketball team for three years. He r. ade the team at the end of his sophomore year and the following two years he has been high point man. Since the end of the basketball sea- son, Joe has played and starred for Tubular Alloy’s basketball team, and St. Hedwig’s team. Basketball is Ji e’s favorite sport, so he concen- trates on it, which is probably the reason why he is such a good basket- 1 all player. Joe’s favorite player is An-'y Phillips on Illinois’ basketball team a few years back. Some day he hopes that he will have a chance to play college ball. JAMES HAYWOOD James has been on the track team for three years, and has been a stand- out performer all three years. Last j car he went downstate for the 440- yard run, and this year the mile re- lay team won and, because he is an- chor man, he went downstate again. James was also an A-i end on the football team for the last two sea- sons. Fast as he is, he has a pecu- liar knack for snagging passes. He has a sport record which is the envy of all high school boys. BOB N1CKOVICH (Nicko) Whenever you speak of Joe Koz- ma, you automatically have to speak of Bob. Joe and he have been bud- dies since they were so-high. Like Joe, Bob also is a lady killer. He and Joe have been on the first team their Freshman, Sophomore, and then Junior and Senior years. Bob lias been regarded as the “brains of the team. He would set up the plays and keep the team together. He has been classified i-A, and expects to go into the service some time in June when his deferment is up. While basketball is Bob's favor- ite sport, lie also likes softball and football. t STEVE BADYLAK (Link) Link, who is “really” a glamour boy. has earned letters for football and basketball. He has just finished the se son, playing a rugged game of basketball. Link began on the second five and worked himself up to the fi r■ t five by the fifth game of the sea- on. He also played end on the foot- ball team in his senior year. At pres- et Steve is playing quite a lot of softball, which is another of the sports that he enjoys. He will be 18 in a few months, and intends to join the Navy before his 18th birthday. CHRIS (Znk) ZF.HERILIS Zak is what you would call a “bruiser” ... 6 feet even, and 220. He played tackle on the football team n his Junior and Senior years. He o' o has earned a letter in track. Nick Magurean and he have been fighting it out all season to see who is the bet- ter shot putter. Looking at him, you • ouldn’t think that he is such a jit- terbug, but how you’d be surprised! Zak hopes to go to Indiana U and p]Ay college football. After taking a four-year course in college and play- ing varsity football, he will incorpo- rate his talents in a super fruit mar- ket which he will some, day own. FLASHY DASHES George Swalla took the 200 yards with a time of 25.7 with Fidell Her- nandez and Joe Burrell coming in second and third. In the 220-yard dash, Peppy Gon- zales won in the good time of 23.1, with Albert Farmer and Ted Toma close behind, coming in second and third. In the 100-yard finals, Gonzales won again with the timing of 10.8. Albert Farmer and U .Coleman came in second and third. Eudell Terry took the 75-yard dash with a time of 8.19. In the 60 cards, Thomas Houston won by 7.6. BUY BONDS SPORTS CORNER The girls of Class 45 are very active in sports, especially the ever popular game, baseball. All the girls chose a nickname, most of them ap- propriate, with the exception of Rosa Nash. It should have been “Slugger Dan,” for she can really paste the old apple. However, she chose “Nickie” as her name. Irene Wir- estko is another good baseball player. She runs with speed, can pitch, can bat, in fact( she’s terrific. In ether words, the little girl with the dim- ples in her check has Samson’s might in her arms. Here is a list of all the names the girls selected: Rosa “Nick- ic” Nash, Marian “Spud” Ozanic'i, Mary “Casey” Strimbu, Catherine “Cats” Pappas, Angie “Little Stuff” Prado, Dorothy “Dot Bagyo, Ruth Babe’ Smenyak, Cornelia “Lolly” Gtisan, Anna “Toots” Paraschos, Irene “Slugger Wirotsko. One of the most exciting games took place on a sultry afternoon, two balls caught on a fly in succession. A squabble about who got to first base arose, and a score of 20 to 3— all in one gym hour! An amusing in- cident added to this game occurred v lien “Cats” was playing second bare. Agnes Kraft (a girl in Class 23) was up at bat. Her ball made it two yards from the foul line. Kraft started to run. Upon reaching sec- ond base she skidded into “Cats,” and knocked her down solid. Cats’ ” mouth dropped open with astonish- ment, not from the fall, but to hear Kraft say, 1 couldn’t see you. I run with my eyes closed.” One afternoon it was raining so the class couldn’t go out-doors. They all went into the handball court to play London Bridge, Farmer in the Dell and Little Sally Saucer. Miss King was very amused at the idea of having such athletic girls playing tiny children’s games. These games prove ! very entertaining and amusing. In the game London Bridge, all the girls were on Ann Paraschos’ team. The remaining two girls were on Ruth Smenyak’s team. Ruth’s team won. You, the reader, can judge for your- self which two powerful girls were on Ruth Smenyak’s side. Baseball, handball, and volleyball are swell games, interesting, too, and when a gal like Kraft puts in some humor, they’re tops. Page Eight THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL June 15, 1945 F. G. A. A. PRESIDENT SAYS FAREWELL On behalf of the Senior members and the Senior Council members of the Alpha G. A. A., I would like to bid farewell to our “underclassmen.” We sincerely hope that all of you succeed in anything you undertake, and that you further the standards of our organization, the G. A. A., and our school. We hope that all of you co-operate in every way with each other, and with all of your teachers, because your goals caff b reached only through co-operation. Farewell to all of you, and good luck! —Irene Bollog. G. A. A. SENIOR WILL Because of the many Senior girls who attended the annual G. A. A. Banquet, we are publishing their “Senior Will” to help keep fresh in their memories, as the years roll by, the many happy hours spent as G. A. A. members. “Our Hearts Were Young and Gay” when we joined the G. A. A. As time went ort, we enjoyed “More and More” the many opportuinties the G. A. A. had to offer us. We had four years of swell times “And Now Tomorrow” these four memory-pack- ed years are complete. Let’s make this “A Night to Remember.” Tonight, we’re gathered here, some of us again; the Freshmen for the first time; and for some Seniors, their last time. Probably, many of us have struggled through a whole year of school, just looking forward to the traditional G. A. A. Banquet held here. We delightedly welcome the moth- ers, alumni, and teachers, many of them who are dear and familiar to us. Now, we Seniors have with glad hearts and charitable thoughts, willed our fellow successors some of the fol- lowing characteristics: Penny Alexiou wills her color combinations to Hattie Nalborczyk. Lucille Badanish is passing her ability to get along with teachers on to Betty Novotny. Dorothy Balash leaves her frank- ness to Lydia Honchar. Gertrude Danch passes on her ex- perience on tile newspaper staff to Olga Belkow. Sopihe Diamond wills her left- handed shorthand notes to Ann Ko- veck. Amelia Drakos leaves her French imitations and Zomba dancing ability to Rose Boyajian and Anne Sandala. Amelia Flores leaves her moody disposition to Jeanette Marckesc and Ida Mae Lucco. Joan Gadbury wills her ability to wear sloppy Joes to Martha Reyes. Helen Gianapolis passes on her stunning hair styles to Cleo Tonis. Gloria Gonan leaves her vast' knowledge of everything to Mary Ellen Neal. Ethel Keleman wills her high grades in Economics to Angle Ro- ganovich, who welcomes them. Olga Kimoff wills her amusing chuckle to Betty Romak. Mary Libassi is willing to share her oratorical ability with Evangeline I nest. Dora Mackin leaves her ability to get along with Mrs. Stewart to any math quiz. Ann Marencik wills her technique to keep a man to Artemis Kyros. Rose Marjanian wills her long black hair to Rose Agudo. Anne Pavicich and Rose Polizzotto pass on their ability to get along with each other to any two Junior girls always found quarreling. Bessie Stouratis passes on her ex- citable disposition to Rena Pividori. Julia Steczyk leaves her jersey blouses to Regina Nizewski. Christine Swetky wills her small sparkling eyes to Pauline Zeheralis. Irene Bollog wills her craving for nursing to anyone who will take it to heart as she has. Cathy Vaseloff wills her Ford to her sister, Annette. Betty Cidulka passes her title as typical senior girl on to Mary Ann Reithal. Julia Pavlik wills her vitamin pills to grow tall to Stella Demos and Mary Gusan. Vicky Kyros leaves her front seat in shorthand to anyone who doesn’t mind Miss Gohdes watching her write shorthand. Rose Lulich wills her desire to patch things up to Millie Potenti. Marge Macaluso leaves her good- naturedness and ability ot get along with others to Socorro Morales. Fanny Blatsioris wills her ability to pass her 5-100 in shorthand to any one taking second year shorthand. Marge Zoumis leaves her loud gig- Senior Will At the banquet given recently by the Beta G. A. A., the departing Seniors of 1945 presented this will: We, the Senior girls of 1945, be- queath unto our fellow students the following prize possessions: Willette Comer wills her patched- up gym shoes to Lillian Smith, for someone told Willette that Lil didn’t have any. Churmey Brown wills her neat bangs and hair-do’s to Bessie Chip- chase. Mildred Johnson wills her ability to mind everybody’s business, except her own, to Alice Douglas. Alice Harden wills her tattered and torn gym suit to our dear gym teacher and sporsor, Corky Beall. Eliza Ross wills her extra points to Katherine Burr. Then, maybe, she will graduate by 1950. Priscilla Williams wills her wolf call to Imogene Henderson. “Good hunting, Jean.” Mamie Olive leves her cool, calm, end collectiveness to Ruth Gordon, with this hit of advice: “Cool down, baby; don’t blow your top.” Joyce Powell wills her ability to borrow and never return to Naomi Augustus. Mildred Sadler wills her scholastic rating to Gloria Carter. She hopes to see you marching down the aisle to “Pomp and Circumstance” in ’46. Don’t disappoint her, Gloria. Connie Deane Hart wills her ina- bility to get to school on Monday mornings to Anne Boyd. To the green Freshies, the Sopho- mores and the bold Juniors, the Sen- ior Class of 1945 leaves its deepest sympathy for the sorrow you must suffer when this great class makes its departure. gles to Helen Radivan. To Miss Beall we would like to leave a more helpful and co-opera- tive Senior Class. We hope our successors will leave a better memory chart when THEY walk their last mile. To our teachers, we truthfully hope that they will have no more gray hairs after we leave, but we want to take this occasion to thank them for their patience, thoughtful- ness, and those last grades that are just getting us through. June IS. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Nine Spotlights on Our ‘Big Three’ Don’t let this title fool you, for this article isn’t about the Big Three Powers of the World, but it is about three people who are very important to the eighth graders. You guessed it. We’re putting the spotlight on those three swell teachers, Miss Monahan, Mrs. Slicker and Miss Waggoner. Miss Marietta Monahan is our tall, sandy haired, blue-eved, swell and “hep to the jive” English teacher. She was born in Joliet, Illinois, and came to Gary at the age of 4, where she attended kindergarten at Jefferson and later graduated from Emerson. Her college years were spent at St. Mary’s of Notre Dame, and she received her Bachelor’s De- gree at the University of Chicago. After teaching one year at Horace Mann she transferred to Froebel, where she has been ever since. He summers are spent at home on the beach of Lake Michigan which, she says, “is in our front yard.” Read- ing, painting furniture and garden- ing are her plans for this summer. She intends to do some traveling after the war is over. Our “all rcet” history and geogra- phy teacher, Mrs. Helen Slicker was born in Terre Haute, Indiana. She took a grammar grade course at the Indiana State Teachers College. She taught at Horace Mann, Franklin and later Froebel where she has taught for 12 years. Her summers arc spent in Hobart, Indiana, just keep- ing house and working in the gar- den. At home, she enjoys housekeep- ing, reading, and trying out new recipes. When questioned as to how long she has taught, Mrs. Slicker’s answer was, “Probably too long— more than 10 years.” One of her fond recollections is the chewing gum Class 45 gave her at Christmas time. M iss Olive E. Waggoner is our vi- vacious arithmetic teacher. The “E.” in her name, Miss Waggoner says, “stands for Energy, which I’ve lost.” She was born in Bloomfield, Iowa. She attended a college in Cedar Falls, Iowa, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree. Her summers are spent down on the farm. In her spare time she is engaged in crochet- ing and doing needlepoint. She taught high school math at Tolleston before coming to Froebel, where she has been for almost one year. How long has she taught? Miss Waggoner says, “That would be telling—I’ll say more than to years.” Junior Thespians There are many talented 8A’s in the field of drama, many of whom are members of the Junior Thespian Dramatic Club, under the direction of Mrs. E. Deal. We are very proud to say that Mary Kaurick, Robert Pepoff and John Comsa have reached the Curtain Time Dramatic Club, which is sponsored by Mrs. Cohen. The Junior Thespian Dramatic Club consists of 28 members, of which 18 are 8A’s. They are Car- men Cammaratta, Mary Casko, Hel- en Chrison, Danny Cugal, Richard Golbesky, Cornelia Gusan, Patty Miccolis, Marian Ozanick, Lorraine Palacz, Anna Paraschos, Angcline Prado, Robert Regaldo, John Ro- man, Ruth Smenyak, Mary Strimbu, Irene Sulich, Lillian Taleff and Wayne Find. The officers of the Junior Thes- pian Dramatic Cluf are: President, .Helen Chrison; secretary, Ange’.ine Prado; treasurer, Dannv Cu- al; so- cial chairman, Richard Golbesky; publicity chairman, George Diacoff, and program chairman, Carmen Cammarata. T heir last presentation was Amer- icans Are Lucky. They worked for a brief time on oral interpretation; for the Auditorium Spring Festival. Each of the schools in Garv was to send a representative to read oral in- terpretations and give one-act plays. It was decided that Angeline Prado represent Froebel. She read The Bal- lad of the Harp Weaver, by Edna St. Vincent Millay. 3A MUSICIANS The Froebel Concert Band has some promising musicians that arc still in 3A. They are Carmen Cam- marata, who plays a baritone: Rob- ert Pepoff, the clarinet; Donald Trinosky, John Comsa and Ronald Heeg, all play cornets; Lawrence Heeg and William Cherock, basses; Vic Alabach, the drum; and James Georgeou, alto horn. Two other boys who recently got in the Concert Band are John Gallinatti and Richard Gol- besky. They both play cb . inets. INDUSTRIAL SEWING CLASS Class 44 assembles in the cast building sewing room every afternoon for power machine sewing. This is the only class in Froebel that uses the power machines, even though there are several other schools par- ticipating in this training. During the semester the class has finished sewing over 200 aprons and head bands for the whole school sys- tem. These aprons and head bands are put away until the school cafe- terias need them. This class has finished the skirts they were sewing for the Russian war relief. Their next job is to fin- ish the little boys’ and girls’ cover- alls. In the very near future the class hopes to take several trips to sewing factories in Indiana and Chicago. The director of this class is Miss Williams. She is very nice to her students, and the students get along very well with their teacher. Newsy Reading T o the girls who want to become journalists, we suggest that you rea I some of the following books: “Peygv Covers the News,” by Bugbec. This is a story about a girl whose ambition is to become a reporter. How she worked her way through college and got her first job as a reporter. The story is continued in “Peggy Covers Washington.” Peggy was sent to Washington to cover a special con- vention. She accomplished her as- signment so well her newspaper had her stay in Washington, D. C., the rest of the year. While there she learned many interesting things about reporters and about gathering impor- tant material for a story. This story is continued in “Peggy Covers Lon- don.” “Haverhill Herald,” by Ester G. Hill, is another good book. Carol, the main character, has to take over The Herald when her father was sent to Colorado by his physician. The newspaper was in danger of bankruptcy. Carol had quite a few adventures that involved lots of news for The Herald. “Nathalie Enters Advertising,” by Dorothy Hutchison, also is recommended Page T®n THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL June 15. 1945 Jobs Since the summer vacation is near- ing the Inquiring Reporter is want- ing to know what the 8A students of Frobel will do during the summer. As you know, we can’t ask all of them, but here are a few that will give you an example of what they will do: Richard Golbesky: 1 plan to spend my vacation working in a hardware store to make money to buy photo- graphic equipment. Helen Chrison: There isn’t any- thing I can say because I haven’t quite decided what to do, but I do plan to go to the beach often. Doris Fields: I haven’t quite made up my mind, but my mother wants to take me to California to visit some friends, though I’d rather go to summer school. Margaret Zarogosa: I haven’t anything to do but go visiting, and if 1 do go, I plan to go to Philadelphia to visit my sister, a former student of F roebcl. John Gallanatti: I plan to work during the summer, and in my spare time go fishing and swimming. SOME JOBS OF CLASS 42 IN ’45 Charles Ahila has worked at the Wabash Food Market for one year and already he is the Food Depart- ment manager. John Comas has a job at the Ital- ian Grocery, and says he does any- thing, (loafing probably). John Ferguson works at his uncle’s garage, the Roosevelt Garage. He calls himself a “lubricator’., (a greaser) ... in other words, a grease monkey. Ruth Barnsord works at the Bailey Library . . . she reads in her spare time. Ezell Bray works the day shift on the railroad, but the way he sleeps in class it seems to be he works the midnight shift. Lewis Watts works in the glass factory. Works for Arnold Bern- stein’s big brother. Ronald Heeg works at the Indiana Theater. BUY BONDS TEACHER RECEIVES GIFT- JOKE IS ON CLASS Miss Olive Waggoner, arithmetic teacher of the eighth grade classes, was given a surprise by her 8:30 class recently. During the middle of the hour, Jack Stevens rose from his seat and said, “Miss Waggoner, since you have made us carry our pencils, 1 have brought you this.” Then, to her amazement, he produced a bright red wooden pencil, four feet long with an imitation eraser made of porcelain, and with a thick black lead made of wood. Miss Waggoner then surpirsed the class by telling them that her hobby was collecting pencils. Her hobby started about five years ago when she was in Canada, where she received a pencil about one and a half inches long with pictures of Queen Elizabeth and King George, and a verse of God Save the King written on it. She has collected pencils of various sizes from the United States and Canada, ranging in size from one and a half inches to four feet long. Who Have Jobs Beatrice Flores is a promising young clerk who works in the Indoor Market, located at nth and Van Buren. Lawrence Heeg is one of the de- pendable ice cream hoys at the In- diana Theater, located at nth and Broadway. John Gallinatti works at Froebel Drug Store, and would like to be- come a doctor. Joe Lakatas is a “young soda jerk” at the Shull’s Drug Store, located at 17th and Connecticut. Robert Pepoff works at Uncle Louie’s Restaurant, located at 17th Avenue. Victor Alabach is a butcher at his dad’s store, but is unemployed be- cause of the meat shortage. THE ANSWERS TO 8A PERSONALITY PROFILES 1. Carmen Cammorata. 2. John Gallinatti. 3. Beatrice Flores. 4. Cornelia Gusan. 5- Teddy Gerasimovich. 6. Rose Lee Nash. 7. Helen Chrison. 8. Julia Chipokas. 9. William Kovech. 10. Robert Radakovich. 8A J-I-V-E! Joe Burrell has been raving about a girl named Barbara Wilson from Tolleston . . . Who is that Emerson boy Maggie Kyros is always seen at the Princess with ? ... By the way, while we’re on the subject of Emer- son boys, Lorraine Palacz has been talking about a handsome boy named Eddy frop that same school . . . Why is Clarence Boone so nice to Rosa Lee Nash, and to no one else? . . . Ruth Smenyak and Carl Mihalec seem to be carrying a torch for each other . . . Mary Strimbu has said that she is going to take a vacation and not have a boy friend for two whole weeks. Imagine! . . . Every- one knows that Elaine Grapsas is the one and only reason for the anxious- ness shown by Robert Regalado toward inviting Class 45 to Dramatic Club hikes . . . Why has Dora Alcx- iou taken a sudden interest in track? . . . Carmen Cammaratta and Ted- dy Gerasimovich both have a crush on Angie Prado, but Angie just won’t talk . . . Irene Bellesis keeps talking about a boy from Lew Wal- lace . . . Could that new ring that Anna Lucas is wearing belong to a boy named Eddy from Tolleston? . . . Did you know that Helen Chris- on has “Pep” written all over her coat? . . . Ulis Coleman is interested in a Roosevelt girl, but he won’t re- veal her name . . . Louis Watts is corresponding with a girl in Pennsyl- vania . . . Still going steady . . . Lil- lian Taleff and Jim Tonevich. TRACK MEET HELD The 28th annual A. A. Track and Field Championships of the elemen- tary schools of Gary, sponsored by The Gary Post-Tribune Athletic As- sociation, W'as held Saturday, June 9, . starting at I :oo p. m. The Gary Post-Tribune, who has always be- lieved thoroughly in our program of recreation, awarded emblems to girls for all first, second and third place winners in dashes, relays, baseball throws, target throws and broad jumping. All schools in Gary, in- cluding the parochial schools, partici- pated in this track meet. The instruc- tors at Froebel, Mrs. Bell and Miss King, worked hard in this physical fitness program for girls. [une 15. 1945 THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL Page Eleven Eiahth Grade Service News Cne of the proudest eighth grade boys is Theodore Gerasimovich. He has four brothers in the service. They are: 2 c George Gerasimovich, sta- tioned at Jacksonville, Florida, who has been in the Navy for 26 months; S Sgt. Sick Gerasimovich, who has been in the Army for three years, and is in Germany; 2nd Lieut. Michael Gerasimovich, who has been in the service five years and is stationed on Okinawa; and Sgt. William Geras- imovich, who has been in t,.c Army for four years and who also is in Germany. Pvt. Alike Michalac, brother of Carl Michalac, has been in Italy and the North African campaigns in his tv o years of overseas duty. He has been in the armed service for three years and is stationed in Washington. Pfc. Julius Prado, combat infantry- man, has finished his job of licking the Germans with Patton’s Third Army. Out of his 30 months in the Army, he has been overseas for 10 months and is still in Germany. He is a brother of Angcline Prado and also a former Frocbel student. Cpl. Ri'l Burrell, a mechanic in the Army Air Corps, is a brother of Joe Burrell. He has been in the Army for 30 months and is stationed at Elgin Field, Florida. Here’s some sad news, too, about S Sgt. George Sulich, who has been missing in action since March 23, in Austria. He was a gunner in the Air Corps and served in the Italian cam- paign. He was a former Froebel stu- dent and is a cousin of Irene Sulich. Here’s hoping he’ll still return. Corp. Anthony Lucas Jr., former Froebel student, has been in the army for two and a half years as an infan- tryman. He has been overseas for three months and is in Austria at the present time. T Sgt. Thomas A. Drakos has been in the service for three years in the Ordnance Department. He is in Manila now, having been overseas for two years. He is a former Froc- bel student, graduate of the Class of ’41. He is a cousin of Elaine Grapsas. Elaine Grapsas’ Uncle S 2 c George Thomas also is in the service. He to Bridgeport, Conn., where he was has been overseas 12 months out of 13 months in the Navy. He is sta- tioned in Australia. S 2 c Leonard Piaseczny, brother of Donald, is on an aircraft carrier somewhere in the Pacific. He has been in the service for three years, and was a former Froebel student. Sgt. Sick Wirostko has been over- seas one year out of his 23 months iir the Army. He is a combat engineer, stationed in Czechoslavakia with Pat- ton’s Third Army. He also came to b rocbcl, and is Irene Wirostko’s brother. The only eighth grade boy who has a father in the service is Robert Regalado. His father, Pvt. John I' ealado. is in the ground crew of the Air Corps, now in England. He lias been in service two and a half ' ears, being overseas one and a half 'ears. He also was a Froebel student. Brother of Anita Marjanian is Prtr. i c George Marjanian. who has been overseas one and a half years in the South Pacific. He was hon e on leave just recent,)-. He w as a Froebel student. Cpl. Sick Alexiou has been in ser- vice for two years. He is in the coast artillery, now in the Philip- pines. Dora Alexiou is his sister. He formerly attended Froebel. I st Lieut. Edward Cardwell has been in the Air Corps since April, 1942. He is now at Keesler Field in Mis- sissippi. Boys and girls of Class 42 who have brothers or sisters in the service: Pfc. Milan Skrivan, brother of Violet Skrivan, has been in the Army for two and a half years. He had two weeks of training in San Francisco when he joined the Army; then was sent to Hawaii to finish his training. Ever since then he has been seeing ac- tion in the South Pacific. At present he is fighting in the battle of Oki- nawa. Pfc. Thomas Fergusan, brother of John Fergusan, has been in the Army for two and a half years. Nine months of his training was spent in the United States. He then was sent to be shipped overseas in the battle of Germany. His parents are expect- ing him home just as soon as he re- ceives his 85 points. S Sgt. Wendell Booth, father of Lorraine Booth, has been in the Army for three years. He was trained in the United States for a year and soon was transferred to California. From there he was shipped to New Guinea, where he saw action w'hile fighting against the Japs. After six months of fighting there, he was sent to the Philippines, where he was wounded. Right now he is in a hos- pital in the Philippine Islands. F i c Joe Kris toff, brother of Willie Kristoff, graduated from Forcbel at the remarkable age of 16. Three days before his 18th birthday he enlisted in the Navy. He had his boot training in Sampson, New York. At this time, he was transferred to an engineering school in Gulfport, M iss. At present his whereabouts are not known. S Sgt. George Georgou, brother of James Georgou, enlisted in the Air Corps as a mechanic in 1940. After nine months of training in St. Louis, Mo., he was transferred to Randall, 111., for nine months of further train- ing. From there he was transferred to Blythcvillc, Ark., for three years. Just recently he was shipped to an unknown station. S l r Clyde Watts Jr., brother of Louis Watts, graduated from high school at the age of 18, and then signed up for the Navy. lie had his boot training in Virginia for two months and had a leave. After that he was transferred to Honolulu, Ha- waii. He has been there ever since. S 1 c John Bray, brother of Ezell Bray, graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1941. He entered the Navy in 1944 He still is undergoing boot training at Great Lakes Naval Training Station. Very soon he is expecting to be shipped overseas, but he does not know to what locality. Joe Trinosky, brother of Donald, is stationed in Memphis, Tenn., in the Navy Air Force. He likes the Navy, but thinks home is much bet- ter. Pa e Twelve THE STEEL DUST JOURNAL June 15 1945 Our Boys ★ ★ THE 'ROUND WORLD Salvador Mancilla, brother of Mer- cedes, is stationed somewhere in Ger- many. He is a radio operator on a tank destroyer. He thinks the Ger- man girls are pretty, but American girls can beat them any day. Joe Mancilla is at Ispwich, Eng- land. He works in the Ordnance Department. He has been in the ser- vice for two years. Mike Feryo, brother of Helen, is on sea duty somewhere in the South Pacific area. Carl Panunzia, brother of Elistine, has been overseas for two and a half years. He never had a chance to come home on furlough. But he is expect- ing one. We hope y ou get your fur- lough, Carl, and Good Luck. H'illie Panunzia was wounded in the leg while in combat area in Bel- gium. He was sent home for recup- eration at a Cleveland, Ohio, hos- pital. He is home on furlough. Torn Karagory, brother of John, in the service for three and a half years, was wounded twice in Ger- many. He is at a Chicago hospital for medical treatment. Simmie Isabell, former student of Froebel, was a star on the basketball team. While fighting in Italy, he met his brother, Bennie, another stu- dent of Froebel and now in the cav- alry. Simmie expeCtf a furlough. Hope you get your furlough, and quick! JUST CONVERSATION “They tell me your son was quite an author before he was drafted. Does he write for money?..’ “Yes; in every letter!” First Soldier: “Why don’t you laugh when the sergeant tells a joke?” Second Soldier: “I don’t have to, I’m being transferred tomorrow.” Louie Zarogoza, brother of' Mar- garet Zarogoza, was a student of Froebel, has been overseas for two and a half years, and is stationed in the South Pacific. He was home once and then was sent overseas. Well, so long, Louie, and sincere best wishes in the future. After being overseas for io months with a Third Army tank divisoin, Sergeant Vasas was heard to be in Germany. He was inducted three years ago. His early training for the talk corps was taken at Fort Knox, -Kentucky. Corp. Laurence Sanchez broke out of a German internment center. San- chez informed his mother by V-mail that he escaped with some of his bud- dies on April 24, and reached the American lines four days later on his birthday. He said, ‘‘At the moment we are awaiting transportation back to a collection point. I’ll be home soon.”- Larry was listed as missing February 21, in France, and never was reported a prisoner, except by persons who heard his name in enemy shortwave radio broadcasts. Scene: On board a transport at sea. “Where did you put your clothes?” “In that little closet with the glass door.” “You boob—that’s the porthole...’ Pvt. Alex Vargo of the United States Marines, was wounded March 11 in the Iwo Jima battle but now is back on duty. Flis injuries apparent- ly were slight. His brother, serving in the Pacific, met Alex after he had been wounded, and sent the family assurance of his safety. Alex was wounded when the aircraft carrier on which he is a gunner was attached by the Japs. He entered the service on his 18th birthday, April, ’44, and by January of this year was on his way overseas. Pfc. Joseph Romeo now is fully recovered from wounds received on the 18th of December, ’44. Joe has been released from the 826th Conva- lescent Center in England. He will return to duty. He is a member of an infantry unit and enterd the Army in 1943. i c John Zarik now is stationed in the Pacific area. He says that the Navy agrees with him, and that he is gaining weight. John enjoys the part of sailing, but the work is hard and the worst part of it is going into bat- tle. H says it is MAIL that he really looks forward to. Ens. Michael Kapnas sent to the Staff the U. S. Naval Training Cen- ter’s paper, known as “The Chaser.” Mike is stationed at Miami, Florida. Some of the familiar faces seen around Froebel were Mike Pops” Berta of the Army infantry, Jackie Santos and Mike Hricik, who were home on hourly passes. Also home on a weekend pass were George Frankovich and Rudy Alahach, both in the Army tank corps. Joseph Stocliel Jr., gunner’s mate second class, served aboard a troop transport and landed troops in Casa Blanca, Australian ports, Bombay, Leyte and Samar in the Philippines, and New Guinea. He wears the Asiatic-Pacific ribbon, three battle stars on a Philippine liberation rib- bon, and the European theater rib- bon. Joe is home on a 25-day fur- lough. Augustus Leon, who entered the service in February, has received his fresh water papers. He has been in Buffalo, Duluth, Mackinaw Island and Detroit. His job is a deckhand on the W. H. McGeon. Soldier: “I’ll always have a soft spot in my heart for you.” Blonde: “Then let’s get married!” Soldier: “I said soft spot in my heart, not in my head!” Pfc Vincent Tenorio, stationed in Germany, has received the school pa- per and especially compliments the sophomore edition and the wonderful work the Student Council is doing. Pvt. Edward Ticzliunes sent to Froebel a newspaper called the “83rd Division Thunderbolt.” Ed is now somewhere in Germany. One’s eyes are what one is, one’s mouth is what one becomes. —John Galsworthy. He who has a thousand friends tfs not a friend to spare, but he who has one enemy shall meet him everywhere. —Emerson. A man cannot always be a hero, but he can always be a man.—Goethe. 'Flic reward of a thing rightly done is to have done it.—Emerson. The Steel Dust Journal Staff presents THE SENIOR EDITION of 1945 't‘ •� ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL DEAN OF GIRL5 PRINCIPAL ■ I OFFICE STAFF ! 2% - v i v Hik m SENIOR SPONSORS PRINTING SPONSOR 'B t VALEDICTORIAN SALUTATORI AN REPRESENTATIVE SENIORS if ►if MICHIGAN AWARD WINNERS STEEL OUST JQUUJIAL A REFLECTION OF THE AGE IN WHICH WE LIVE FROEBEL HIGH SCHOOL GARY, INDIANA June 15. 1915 To the Seniors This is the year of Victory. This graduating class inherits a share of the task of building a new world. Peace and Justice for all people are things yet to be achieved. Before you lies the opportuinty! It is hoped that the graduating classes of the nation will be as di'i- gent for the well-being of oppressed people who live among us as for those in far distant lands. They and you have had the opportunity to continue education in security—a thing denied so many other youth. It is, therefore, the responsibility of ail these grad- uates to carry democratic civilization to high perfection—to achieve the four freedoms. The Fascist and Nazi states have been crushed, but their doctrines and ideas are not dead. Recognize and crush these false doctrines of “mas- ter race,” and the “divine state.” Here, we are Americans all! Any doctrine which would turn Christian against Jew, white against negro, native against foreign born, Protest- ant against Catholic, is fascist and un-American! —Richard A. Nuzum. “NOT AGAINST WAR .. AGAINST WRONG” Net against war, But against wrong League we in mighty bonds from sea to sea! Peace, when the world is free; Peace, when there is no wrong, Fetter, nor bar; No scourges for men’s backs; No thumbscrews and no racks For body or soul! No unjust law, No tyrannous control Of brawn or mow! B’-t, though the day be far— ’Til then, war! —Richard Hoi’ey. Our class has went, and others am here— If happens that wav every year. We was bright and how we shined. We was happy but the teachers pined. Oh, well, leave us lift our voices and shout, ’Cause you’ll be sorry we is out. And now we tells a little secret— We sure hopes that you will keep it! The year is 1955—a bright sum- mer day. “Hurry! Hurry! Hurry! Ladies and gents—step this way—get your tickets for the big show. Only one thin dime, that’s all, ladies and gents, ten cents!” Sure, you guessed it, the stocky gent wearing the red corduroy tights, yellow necktie, and purple polka-dotted shirt is none other than our own Phil Pietrzak, barker for Itchum, Itchum Scratch Brothers Circus and Carnival. It is owned by Continued on Page 9 A 4-YEAR SYMPHONY We of the Class of 1945 have come a long way since the day we entered high school and were lovingly termo 1 “the greenies.” You may compare the progress this aggregation of stu- dents has made to the assembling of a great symphony orchestra. Rudy Ala- bach, our chosen conductor for the Freshman year, directed us in our ini- tial attempts at harmony in social af- fairs. And so the stringed instru- ments made their appearance on the stage of high school experiences. Re- member our after-school dance par- ties? They really were just rehearsals for the final performance, our suc- cessful first evening dance, the “Jinx Jubilee.” We had a green cellophane Bow Sale that year, too. There was so much green worn by everyone, surely Saint Patrick looked down from heaven and smiled. Bugs, bugs, and more bugs (not to mention bugs), were forever in our dreams as we contemplated collecting and mounting 25 different specimens for our Biology Class. (Remember? That was the time we all went burg)' - -just then?) By the wav, has any- one discovered the true identity of X and Y in algebra? Oh, yes, this was the year the Japs decided to ex- pand their empire—but Uncle Sam and his boys have put them on a diet, and how they’ve lost! The end of our first high school year came alto- gether too soon. We held a Fresh- man Welcome Day for the new “lower classmen,” and with this af- Continued on Page II Page Two STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION June 15, 1945 THE SEHlSf! EDITION This year, as last year, the Senior Class of ’45 is having a Senior Edi- tion. At first many Seniors were enthus- iastic about the idea, but few seemed to realize the amount of work and concentration it would take on their part to turn out a complete and sat- isfactory edition. Between February anil May, many Seniors donated their time, ideas and interest in order t present this Senior Edition to you. We hope the whole class will cherish these pages as a small reminder of the many happy days we’ve spent in Froebel School. Accuracy never has been too strong a point on the Steel Dust Staff, but we hope we haven’t left out any names of students who helped to pre- pare this edition: Edward Yukl, Anne Ply, Irene Bollog, Steve Badylak, Mary Libassi, I orctta Piatak, Gloria Gonan, Olga Kimoff, Angeline Ramirez, Dorothy Balash, Ann Pavicich, Dora Mackin, Garrett Cope, Verona Hughes, Mary Ellen Neal, Carl Taseff, George Strimbu, Angeleen Elmas, Jeanette Marchese, Phil Pietrzak, John Ba- ranko, Nick Stevoff, Ann Marencik, Gertrude Danch, Catherine Vaseloff, Joan Gadbury, Rose Polizzotto, Lor- raine Bobrick, Lucille Badanish and Jerry Polakis. HAIL and FAREWELL DEAR SENIORS On the Beam . . . With the Seniors FORGET ME NOTS— Today is Senior Day, and we shall never forget it as long as we live. Ed Yukl’s swell leadership and how 1 c worked to get those Prom dead- lines renewed. Arnold Bernstein as M. C. of all the Bond Rallies. Bette Andrey for her pigtails. The Senior sponsors and their fine co-operation. This swell-looking Senior Edition and those autographed pictures. ONE FOR THE BOOKS— The friendly feeling the Seniors have for each other. DAFFYNITION OF THE WEEK— A Senior: A Junior with a su- periority complex. CORN ON THE COB— COULD YOU IMAGINE— George Ramusack working as sec- retary to Henry J. Kaiser? Mamie Olive wide awake? Butch Badanish without sports equipment? Andy Panos without a “hard” com- bination ? Andrana Jollas not making tickets for t'-e F. B. C.? Mike Shendrick getting a “C”? Gloria Gonan singing the Blues? Jchn Toma doing a strong man c.-t in a circus? WOULDN’T YOU LIKE TO KNOW— Where to get a W. P. M. job. Who to come back to for refer- ences. How it feels to be an alumni. What Mac will do, now that we’re getting out. If William Lee will make the Quiz Kids. If Steve Badylak will ever get married. Why there were only 20 Senior couples at the Prom. Where to go to get re-educated be- cause you horsed around so in school. CONGRATS TO THE DESERVING— To the Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Michigan Award and Citizenship Award winners. To our school and the many things for which it stands. Our Indispensable Faculty WHAT WOULD WE DO WITHOUT— Mrs. Jones’ million-dollar chuckle? Mr. McAllister’s frankness? Miss Cooper’s occasional “sh-sh” in reference room? Mr. Fisher’s leniency? Mr. Rcsur’s direction of the band? Miss Liggett’s courtesy and thought- fulness? Mrs. Welsh’s supervision of the paper? Mr. Knesek’s appearance when one’s in distress? Mr. Irwin’s new C. A. P. course? Mr. Chamberlain’s sense of humor? M iss Beall’s understanding of the girls? Mrs. Stratford’s good food in the cafeteria ? Miss Gohdes, Miss Brooner’s, Miss Bopp’s support at the basketball games ? Mrs. Uncapher’s interest in her classes? Miss Southwick’s student psychology ? Miss Smicgal’s excellent art work? Mr. Teeter’s friendliness? Mr. Bessler’s wit? Mr. Aurit’s co-operation? Mrs. Stewart’s faith in Froebel? Mr. Swank’s sympathy? June 15. 1945 STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION Page Three Senior Calendar SEPTEMBER Oh, sweet September rain! I hear it fall upon the garden beds, Freshening the blossoms which begin to wane. —Arnold. 5—First day of school. 8—Football, Hobart vs. Froebel. 11— Beginning of subscription sale. 12— First F. B. C. meeting. 13— A Cappella begins rehearsals. 15—Football, Horace Mann vs. Froebel. F. B. C. arter-game dance. 19—Co-Ed night (first). 21— Football, Lew Wallace vs. Froe- bel. 22— Junior-Senior Club dance. 26—Co-Ed night. 28— Class elections. Football, Tol- leston vs. Froebel. 29— F. B. C. evening dance, “The Huddle.” OCTOBER Bright, pallid, changing, chill Octo- ber morn; Across your windy, keen, exhilarant air, You come, a cameo dream, a vision fair. —Campbell. 3—Co-Ed night. 5—Football, Hammond Clark vs. Froebel. 10— F. B. C. birthday party. 11— Beta G. A. A. teen-age mixer. 13—Football, Hammond Tech vs. Froebel. 19— Football, Roosevelt vs. Froebel. 20— Cheerleaders elected. 24— F. B. C. Big-Sister party. 25— Beta teen-age mixer. 26—Teachers’ convention. Football, Washington of East Chicago vs. Froebel. 30— Beginning of Bow Week. Frosh day. Alpha G. A. A. meeting. 31— Sophomore Bow day. Citamard C lub initiation. NOVEMBER November woods are bare and still; November days are clear and bright; Each noon burns up the morning’s chill; The morning snow is gone by night. —Jackson. 1— Junior Bow Day. 2— Senior Bow Day. 3— Grade School Bow Day. Foot- ball, Emerson vs. Froebel (last game). 6— G. A. A. fall initiation. 7— Co-Ed night. 10—Latin Club dance, “Ecnamor Ecnad.” 14— Co-Ed night. 15— Beta Teen-Age Mixer. 17—F. B. C. 15th Annual Teachers’ Tea. Junior-Senior Club dance. 21— Co-Ed night. 22— Junior Class dance, “Pumpkin Promenade.” 27— Basketball, Roosevelt vs. Froe- bel. 28— Co-Ed night. 29— Teen-Age Mixer. 30— Basketball, Washington of East Chicago vs. Froebel. WJOB broadcast from Froebel audito- rium. DECEMBER To the cold December heaven Came the pale moon and the stars As the yellow sun was sinking Behind the purple bars. —Shanty. 1—Bond Rally, sponsored by G. A. A. Senior Class dance, “Snowtime.” 4—Beta Teen-Age Mixer. 6— Senior Assembly, speaker from Indiana University. Mothers’ Club bake sale. Basketball, Tol- leston vs. Froebel. 7— Basketball, Lew Wallace vs. Froebel. 8— Freshman dance. 12—Refresher math test. Basketball, Emerson vs. Froebel. 13—Beta Teen-Age Mixer. 15—Basketball, Roosevelt of Enl.t Chicago vs. Froebel. 18—A Cappella Christmas broadcast. 20— G. A. A. Christmas spread. 21— Christmas pageant. 29—F. B. C. Christmas party. JANUARY Ah, may I be as cheerful As yonder winter birds, Through ills and petty crosses, With no repining words. —Cooper. 5—Basketball, Hammond vs. Froe- bel. 9—Co-Ed night. 10— Teen-Age Mixer. 11— Basketball, Emerson vs. Froe- bel. • 2—F. G. A. A. dance, “Holidaze for Swing.’.. I3;—Basketball, Ft. Wayne vs. Froe- bel. 6—T. B. C. White Elephant party. 18— Basketball, Lew Wallace vs. Froebel. 19— Basketball, Whiting vs. Froebel. 24— Grade School mid-year exams. 25— Basketball, Emerson vs. Froe- bel. 26— High School mid-year exams. 27— Basketball, Roosevelt of East Chicago vs. Froebel. FEBRUARY I he February sunshine steeps your boughs, And tints the buds and swells the leaves within. —Bryant. 1— Basketball, Horace Mann vs. Froebel. 2— End of the first semester. 3— Basketball, Hammond Clark vs. Froebel. 6— F. B. C. Boy-Girl discussion. Senior farewell party. 7— 1 een-Age Canteen. 8— Basketball, Horace Mann vs. Froebel. 9— Double header, Valparaiso vs. Froebel; Hammond Clark vs. Emerson. 10—Basketball, Mishawaka vs. Froe- bel. 4—Teen-Age Canteen. Saint Val- entine’s Day. Page Four STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION June 15. 1945 X5—Basketball, Horace Mann vs. Froebel. 16—Junior-Senior Club dance. 20—Co-Ed night. 23—Sectionals. 27— Co-Ed night. 28— Teen-Age Canteen. MARCH The stormy March is come at last, With wind, and cloud, and chang- ing skies; I hear the rushing of the blast That through the snowy valley flies. —Bryant. 5— Junior-Senior Club dance. 6— Co-Ed night. 7— Teen-Age Canteen. 8— Janitors’ strike. 12—Junior-Senior Club dance. 14—Teen-Age Canteen. 17—Saint Patrick’s Day. 19—Junior-Senior Club dance. 27— Co-Ed night. 28— Teen-Age Canteen. 30—31—Easter holidays. APRIL April, cold with dropping rain, Willows and lilacs brings again, The whistle of returning birds And trumpet lowing of the herds. —Emerson. 3— Co-Ed night. 4— Teen-Age Canteen. 6— F. B. C. bake sale. 7— Girls’ Lake County Conference. 10—Co-Ed night. n—Teen-Age Canteen. 12— Death of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. 13— Memorial services. Senior Class dance, “Jinx Jubilee.” 17— Co-Ed night. 18— Teen-Age Canteen. 19— Junior City Solo meet. 20— Junior and Senior Pow-Wow. 23— G. A. A. spring initiation. 24— Co-Ed night. Juniors’ write test. 25— Teen-Age Canteen. 26— Junior-Senior Club dance. Sen- iors measured for caps and gowns. 27— Sophomore dance, “Stardust.” 28— Girls’ Conference, Maywood, Illinois. MAY Among the changing months, May stands confest The sweetest, and in fairest colors dressed. —Thomson. 1— Co-Ed night. 2— Honor Society induction. 8—9—Citamard Players presented “Arsenic and Old Lace.” 10— Euclidean Circle picnic. 11— Freshman Class dance, “Bobby Sox Ball.” 12— G. A. A. banquet (Alpha). 15— Bond Rally. Co-Ed night. 16— —Teen-Age Canteen. 17— 18—F. B. C. presented “School for Girls.” 19—F. B. C. annual May Ball, Mar- quette pavilion. 21— Honor Society informal initia- tion. 22— Co-Ed night. 23— Teen-Age Canteen. 25—Beta G. A. A. May ball. 29—Co-Ed night. JUNE A noise like of a hidden brook In the leafy month of June, That to the sleeping woods all night Singeth a quiet tune. —Coleridge. 1—Junior-Senior Club dance. 5—Co-Ed night. 8— French Club party. Annual Spring Band and Choral Con- cert. 9— Prom. 11— Vocational Commencement. 12— Convocation. 13— Dansations of 1945. 15—Senior Day. 20—Commencement (31st). 22—Last day of school. SENIORS AND THEIR ACTIVITIES Alafcach, Rudy—Basketball, football, band, U. S. Army. Alexiou, Penny—G. A. A., F. B. C., Chemistry Club. Anastoff, Christ—Senior Class Treas- urer, Euclidean Circle, Honor So- ciety. Andrey, Bette—Business Club Sec- retary. Avilla, Ray—Euclidean Circle Pub- licity Chairman. Badanish, Lucille—Senior Class Pub- licity Chairman, Business Club, G. A. A. Badylak, Steve—Basketball, football, band, a Cappella, Dramatic Club. Balash, Dorothy—G. A. A., F. B. C., Chemistry Club. Baranko, John—Honor Society Pres- ident, Staff, Euclidean Circle, or- chestra, a Cappella, track, Dramat- ic Club social chairman. Berbas, Theodore—Band. Bernstein, Arnold—Student Council. Bertucci, Frank. Blasczak, Albin. Blatsioris, Fanny—G. A. A., Council member, Business Club. Bley, Albert—Football captain, U. S. Army. Bobrick, Lorraine—Student Council Secretary. Bollog, Irene—G. A. A. president, band, F. B. C., Honor Society vice president. Bcoker, Mattie—G. A. A., Aeolian, Junior-Senior Club. Brancyk, Olga. Brown, Churmey—G. A. A., Junior- Senior Club. Buchko, William—Euclidean Circle. Calusis, Michael—Euclidean Circle secretary-treasurer. Cannon, Larry—Spanish Club presi- dent, Junior-Senior Club. Cervantes, Robert — Basketball, Eu- clidean Circle former vice presi- dent, U. S. Army. Cidulka, Betty — G. A .A .Social Chairman, band secretary, Busi- ness Club. Comer, Willette — Junior-Senior Club, Spanish Club, G. A. A. Cope, Garrett — Student Council president, French Club, Aeolian, luno 15, 1945 STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION Page Five Chemistry Club, Junior-Senior Club. Costakis, Andy—Football, Honor So- ciety, Euclidean Circle vice presi- dent. Cougias, Irene—G. A. A., F. B. C., a C appella. Cox, Herbert—Band librarian. Danch, Gertrude—Editor, Steel Dust Journal, G. A. A., F. B. C., Busi- ness Club. Diamond, Paul — Chemistry Club, Lc Beorf Club, Dramatic Club. Diamond, Sophie—G. A. A., Busi- ness Club. Drakos, Amelia—G. A. A., French Club, Euclidean Circle, F. B. C., Business Club, a Cappella. Droza, Mary—A Cappella, Chemis- try Club. Flores, Amelia—G. A. A., Chemis- try Club. Frankovich, Violet. F'cderick. Faustine—Aeolian, Junior- Senior Club. Cadbury, Joan — Senior Class vice p-esident, band, G. A. A., business Club, French Club program chair- man. Gajewski, Edwin—Band, Chemistry Club, Honor Society treasurer, Euclidean Circle. Geresy, Richard—Track. Gianapolis, Helen—G. A. A. Gonan, Gloria—G. A. A., a Cappel- la, Orchestra, Honor Society, French Club secretary, F. B. C. program chairman, Staff, Dramat- is Club publicity chairman. Harden, Alice—G. A. A., Junior- Senior Club. Hart, Connie — G. A. A., Junior- Senior Club. Haywood, James — Football, track, Euclidean Circle, Junior-Senior Club. Henderson, James—Track, Aeolian, C. secretary, Business Club. Junior-Senior Club. Hirchak, Josephine—G. A. A., F. B. eery executive. Flashes are seen as Garret Cope, photographer for the Daily Horn, takes pictures of the Hopkins, Kermit — Junior-Senior Club, French Club. Hughes, Verona — Honor Society, Spanish Club, Junior-Senior Club, Homemaking Club. Jaroscak, Albert—A Cappella. Jaroscak, Margaret — G. A. A., Chemistry Club. Johnscn, Ethel. Johnson, James — Basketball, track, football, Junior-Senior Club. Johnson, Mildred—G. A. A., Aeo- lian, Junior-Senior Club. Jollas, Andrana—F. B. C. treasurer. Jones, John—Track, Aeolian, Span- i ,h Club, Euclidean Circle, Jun- ior-Senior Club. Jones, Ronald. rCelerran, Ethel — G. A. A., Latin Club, F. B. C. parliamentarian. Keprhire, Lorraine—G. A. A. Kimoff, Olga—G. A. A., Staff, Dra- matic Club secretary, F. B. C. president, Honor Society. Klich, Mary—F. B. C. ice president. Komisarcik, Edward—Eucli -ean Cir- cle, Honor Society, Junior Class president, Chemistry Club. Kovachik, Rosemary—Business Club. Kozma, Joe—Basketball. Kwolek, Florence. Kyros, Vicky—Honor Society secre- tary, F. B. C., G. A. A. Council member, Business Club treasurer, Euclidean Circle. Lee, Corrine. Lee, William—Honor Society. Libassi, Mary—G. A. A., Honor So- ciety, F. B. C. social chairman, Dramatic Club vice president. Lulich, Rose—G. A. A. secretary, F. B. C., a Cappella. Macaluso, Marge—G. A. A. treasur- er, Business Club. Mackin, Dora—Senior Class secre- tary, F. B. C., Euclilean Circle, G. A. A. Magurean, Nick — Football, track, Band, Orchestra, a Cappella. Marcus, Violet—G. A. A., Home- making Club. Marencik, Ann—Steel Dust Journal circulation manager, G. A. A., Student Council. Marjanian, John — Basketball man- ager. Marjanian, Rose—G. A. A., Chemis- try Club, F. B. C. publicity chair- man. Muzzarelli, Roger. Nickovich, Robert—Basketball. Olive, Mamie—Beta G. A. A. presi- dent, Junior-Senior Club. Panos, Andy—Football manager, Le Beorf president, a Cappella. Pavicich, Ann — Senior Class social chairman, Euclidean Circle. Pavlik, Julia — G. A. A. Council member, Chemistry Club. Pavloff, Daniel—Band. 1 iatak, Loretta—F. B. C. Booster chairman, Dramatic Club treasur- er, Staff. Pietrzak, Phil — Band, Orchestra. Staff, Euclidean Circle program chairman, Chemistry Club, Stu- dent Council. Ply, Anne—G. A. A. publicity chair- man, F. B. C., Business C lub pro- gram chairman. Pole, Violet. Polizzotto, Rose—G. A. A., F. B. C. Powell, Joyce — G. A. A., Junior- Senior Club president. Praschak, Charles. Rnmirez, Angeline—G. A. A., a Cap- pella, Steel Dust Journal business manager. Ramusack, George—Football, B i- ness Club president. Rollins, Priscilla—G. A. A., Aeolian, Junior-Senior Club. Ross, Eliza—Beta G. A. A. vice president, Junior-Senior Club. Sadler, Florence—G. A. A., Junior- Senior Club, Euclidean Circle. Sandala, Andy—Euclidean Circle, football, basketball. Shendrick, Mike — Honor Societv, Euclidean Circle, Chemistry Club. Slovenka, Irene—Chemistry Club. Stanik, Edward. Steczyk, Julia—G. A. A. Stefanek, Peter—Football, Honor Society. Stouraitis, Bess—F. B. C. Swetky, Christine—G. A. A., F. B. C., Business Club, Chemistry Club, Cheer Leader. Szczpinski, Floyd—U. S. Navy. Taseff, George—Football, basketball, Band, track, U. S. Army. Terzich, Mitchell—A Cappella. Thomas, James—Honor Society, Eu- clidean Circle, U. S. Army. Timan, Fern—Honor Society, Busi- ness Club. Toma, John—Football, track, Honor Society, Band, Euclidean Circle president, Chemistry Club. Tonis, William—Euclidean Circle. Toth, Alice—Business Club, Chem- istry Club. Vaseloff, Catherine—G. A. A. sports co-ordinator, Band, Staff. Williams, Erma. Yukl, Edward—Senior Class presi- Page Six STEEL DUET JOURNAL . . . Juno 15, 1915 dent, Honor Society, Euclidean Circle. Zahiralis, Chris James—Track, foot- ball. Zehcralis, Louis — Football, U. S. Army. Zimmerman, Veronica. Zoumis, Marge—G. A. A., F. B. C. welfare chairman. Senior Farewell Through misty eyes we view For the last time our beloved school. Home of memories fond and true, So stately in its silence, serene, and cool. If given the power of speech, What would that structu' e have to say Or long past echoes that still resound In the corridors and rooms to t' is very day? 'File time has come to say farewell And yet we . . . linger on, Memorizing in our hearts the happy years That were ours for but a moment, only to vanish, and be gone. ft 3S HARD . . . To forget To forgive To apologize To take advice To admit error To be unselfish To save money To be charitable To be considerate To avoid mistakes To keep out of the rut To make the best of little things To shoulder blame To keep your temper at all times To begin all over again To maintain a high standard To keep on keeping on To think first and act afterward. But It pays! —The Centralizer HANDS Have you ever looked at your hands and thought of all the wonderful things that hands have done, that they can and will do? Have you also thought of what cruelty and suffer- ing they have inflicted ? Hands, plus brains, have built mighty nations, fought for justice and equality, for love and the right t' life, liberty and happiness. The hands of the farmer have plowed the fields, planted grain, fed the chick- ens, cows and pigs. The forester has cut lumber and timber to be shipped to the mills. The shipbuilder has I uilt ships that sail the world around. But work is not the only thing that ’ an’s do. Hands create beautiful music. Beautiful pictures of every- thing in the universe are drawn bv 1 ands. Care of the sick and w'-unded 's clone bv skillful hands and la t, but not least, hands have built houses and made homes. Those are the good things, but hands inflict much suffering and cru- elty. also. Torture by fire, whip, or sword, is done by hands. Cold-blood- ed murder is a result of the deeds one by hands. War, in all its horror and terror, is carried on by hands, in 0' ito of modern developments. Mur- der is done by hands. Hands strangle the life from a victim: fingers twin- ing and intertwining about the neck, crushing out life in ruthless madness. They stab the heart so mercilessly, making the blood run cold. Yes . . . hands can be angels of mercy or demons of the devil . , . which will yours be? TONS OF LUCK' to the Class of '45 from THP STAFF To the Seniors You are finishing a course of edu- cation which may not seem very un- usual to you. Actually, however, it compares favorably with the best edu- cation to be found anywhere in the world. You have learned to read, write, an ’ figure reasonably well; you have also learned in some degree how to rt.dy and how to think. How will sou use this posver to learn and t think? Knowing how to read is of no ' aloe if you use your abi.ity onlv on funny books and truc-story maga- zines. Power to think must be used for some useful purpose, or it may as well not exist. Thinking people are trying to fig- ire out what kind of a world this is going to be during the next 25 y ears. It will not be as perfect a place a; son e idealists hope to make it, but neither will it be quite as terrible a place as some pessimists fear. It has seemed for a long time that the forces of prejudice and hate have been w inning the race against the in- fluences for truth and liberty. We have practically been eye-witnesses at the death of a civilization in Europe, a death more terrible than the fall of Rome. It is worth some of your time just trying to think what that means. This world of the next 25 year; may be a terrible place in which to ii'e, or it may become a far better place, depending upon w’hether or not American young people—you Froebel seniors—can accept your responsibili- ties as educated citizens, and help to make it a better world. —Frank S. Alrright. 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SENIOR LIBRARY Sitting at tables like a group of men at a Board of directors meeting, we observe Miss Cooper sitting at her desk with her eyes seemingly glued to a magazine. From time to time, when an indi- vidual wishes to check out a book, she simply reaches for it without raising her eyes. The boys at a neighboring table watch Miss Cooper intently and carry on their conversation. Occa- sionally, Miss Cooper “rudely” in- terrupts them by saying “sh-sh.” Through all this, the assistant li brarian is hammering away at the typewriter, like a woodpecker. MR. NUZUM’S OFFICE “Is Mr. Nuzum in?” “Yes, he is. Do you have an ap- pointment ?” “Yes, I do.” “Will you please sit down, and I’ll sec if he’s busy.” ' You sit down on the bench and try to hide your nervousness. Scon the office door opens and out comes a fellow student. You wonder what has happened to him and what is go- ing to happen to you. You look up again and your eyes meet those of a stout man, very well dressed, in a bluish-gray suit, with a neat shirt and tie that blend in well. He asks you in, and you follow him into a room with a huge clock, a safe, files, cup- boards, and last, but not least, his own desk, littered with all sorts of official papers. The buzzer rings, in- dicating that he has a telephone call. He picks up the phone and begins his conversation that varies in length ac- cording to the nature of the business. The conversation being over, he now turns to you, and tries to settle your business. Not only your business, but the business of the thousands of other pupils which is in the hands of Mr. Nuzum, Principal of Froebel High School. ORDERLY CLASSROOM T he teacher steps out of the room for a few minutes, having assigned the class their work for the hour. Thus the class begins its labo- rious task of studying—a boy gets up for a sheet of paper, pounding his heels noisily; a girl sharpens her pen- cil with a long grinding whirl of the pencil-sharpener. Someone else crie out, “Hey, kid, sharpen mine, too,” and the pencil flies across the room with the speed of a B-29. It’s not long before there’s a buzz like that of bees, gradually creeping from the back of the room to the front, that puts the class in an up- roar. It’s “Hey, John,” then, “did you see him last night?” from a girl in the back of the room. All of a sudden, the room is mirac- ulously quiet—the teacher v. alks m with a smile, delighted at finding her -ittlc p:i ss and joys hard at work. STOP! LOOK! LISTEN! A usitor at Froebel, upon entering the s. -called study hall, is positively amazed at the conglomeration. There are a few students who are actually and earnestly studx ing from their textbooks. In a short while, t’ c stamping of feet is heard as each per- son files into the reference room. From a distant corner is heard the scratching of pen—a girl is writing a letter to her favorite G. I. beau. Oh ! Oh! There goes the cautious but quick exit of a male pupil. This occurs at least three times every hour. Suddenly, everyone turns to see what all the commotion is about in the back of the study hall. It’s really nothing . . . just a couple of teachers talking in highly audible tones. Of course, the visitor didn’t see the swift passing of a note bv the guilty looking person in the second row. But it’s time that the visitor move on, so as not to disturb those “stu- dious scholars” any longer. PRINTERS’ MESS Two haggard, sleepy-eyed hoys are resting in chairs reading the fruits of their labor. They have just com- pleted the printing of another edi- tion of the Steel Dust Journal. In the corner of the room, hemmed m by a high wire cage t. at is tyrical of a prison ceil, can le se n tiie ciiactic state that lemains after a day of printing. 1 he press has ceased to bang, and the smoldering motor is at rest. On a tray, placed in a neat pile, are the printed copies that bring such great joy to all of us. File wobbly case of hard type re- mains in a dilapidated state of af- fairs, and the floor is littered with spoiled papers which have overflowed from the waste basket. 1 o top it all off, ink frosting is plastered generously over the walls, desk, lockup stone, and floor, whicli all reek from kerosene fumes. But, after all has been said an ! done, the satisfaction gained is wort 1 the trouble. On this day of June 15, 1945, we, t e Senior Class of Froebel High ■' -•’ ool, do hereby record our last will and testament. Before our illustrious class departs, we wish to express our apologies and extend our deepest sym- pathy to Mr. Richard Nuzum, Mr. Frank Albright, Miss Blanche Lig- gett, members of the faculty, and clerks for all tile headaches, nervous breakdowns, gray hairs, slceplc s nights and worries we have caused them. We are certain there will never be another class quite like ours. It is our sincere wish that we always will be eulogized in the memories of those who remain and carry on in our absence. Being of sound mind, but of weak will and spirit, we hereby bequeath the following: Page Eight STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION_______June 15, 19� To our untiring principals, Mr. Richard Nuzum and Mr. Frank Al- bright, we leave a hope for more co- o eration and less worry in the com- ing Senior Class of “46. To the Dean of Girls, Miss Blanche Liggett, we leave the hore that the group of girls next year will be more worthy of the good receive I fiom the F. B. C. To our dear faculty we leave the hope for a better working haL order, a greater sense of responsibility among the students, and the assur- ance that we have gained knowledge that only our faculty could have taught us. The result of their teach- ings will make us better and happier citizens of the future. To our staff of clerks we leave the hope that the coming classes will not interrupt their daily routine by ask- ing so much help on trivial matters. To the following individuals w'e, tile Seniors, would like to leave cur indi idual characteristics and man- nerisms. Rudy Alabach leaves his undying love for the Elmas family to his kid brother Vic. Penny Alexiou wills her athletic ability to Babe Massa. Christ Anastoff, Mike Ca.usis, Bill Tonis and Richard Geresy be- queath their quiet and shy ways to [ohn Vucekovich, Joe Kovalcik, Jim- my Christoff and Milan Pavicich. Betty Andre leaves her loudness to Alice Matson. Ray Avilla wills his title of Pan- cho” to Ruben Hernandez. Lucille “Butch” Badanish wills her v ittiness to Rosemary Bonis. Steve Badylak bequeaths his neat- ness of dress to James Tonis. Dorothy Balash, Veronica Zim- merman, Willettc Comer, Irene Slo- venka and Gertrude Danch leave their quiet ways to Diane Mihelic, Anne Kalinich and Ann Suglovc. Fern Tinian leaves her scholastic ability to Mary Uzelac. John Baranko bequeaths his ora- torical ability to Joe Hayduk. Theodore Berbas wills his stout- ness to John Hajvert. Arnold Bernstein leaves his ability to M. C. to Andy Terek. Frank Bertucci leaves his shortness to Tom Katsimpolis. Albin Blaschak’s quiet manner is left to Alex Vagenas. Fanny Blatsioris bequeaths her neat appearance to Agnes Boynak. Albert Bley wills his ability to fall in and tut of love to Richard Smelko. Lorraine Bobrick bequeaths her frankness to Rose Kohernick. Irene Bollog’s winning personality is left to Bernice Wellcnce. Mattie Booker wi Is her athletic a. ility to Naomi Augustus. O.ga Brancyk leaves her blond 1 air to Mary Balles. Churmey Brown wills her ability to tvpe to no one. It might come in handy. Bill Buchko leaves his title of “Guadalcanal Bill” to Bela K.usov- sky. Larry Cannon wills his knowledge of Spanish to Ruth Augustus and Helvin Stroud. Robert Cervantes leaves his poo 1 looks to no one, because we have found no one who can fill the bill. Betty Cidulka wills her fiiend i- ness to Ann Thomas. Garrett Cope, FYoebel’s dance ex- pe t, wills his great talent to the Gray, Hopkins, James trio. Andy Costakis leaves his deep-set eyes to Peter Bellcsis. Irene Cougias bequeaths her abil- ity to get t’ne boys to Stella Demos. Herby Cox leaves his ability to get a band together and make it a suc- cess to anyone who will tackle it. We recommend George Demos. Ame.ia Drakos leaves her “height” to Moe Vulich. Mary Droza wills her nylon hose to Betty Roberts. Amelia Flores leaves her black hair to Helen Shimko. Violet Frankovich bequeaths her Emerson boy friends to no one, for she’ll keep them. Paul Diamond wills his attempts to pet the girls to fall for him to Bill Adams. Faustine Frederick wills her day dreaming to Alice Douglas. Joan Gadbury leaves her cute lit- tle figure to Mary Marencik. Edwin Gajewski leaves his person- ality to Edward Spak. Helen Gianapolis leaves her jitter- bugging to Lillian Pipas. Gloria Gonan bequeaths her bcau- li.’ul sinking voice to Albina Spelich. Alice Harden graciously bequeaths to Dorothy Williams her neat ap- pearance. Connie Hart enjoys her gum chew- ing so much that it doesn’t seem fit- ting to take it from her. fames Haywood sweetly relin- quishes his track legs to Rufus Lackey. James Henderson wills his mellow' voice to Donald Roby. Josie Hirchak wills he lipstick- brush to Dorothy Palacz. Verona Hughes most nobly v ills l er position as Salutatori n to Julius Williams, since that is his greatest desire. Albert Tarosack wills his height to George Manos. Marge Jarosack leaves her ability to se’l all her tickets to Jean Vavra. James Johnson wills his hep-cat strut to Preston Gordon. Et' el Johnson v ills her meek dis- po: ition to Pearl Evans. Mildred Johnson wills her lawyer’s lore for argument to Lenora Wilson. Andrianna Jollas bequeaths her ability to write to all the boys in the service to Betty Romak. John Tucker” Jones hereby re- lieve; himself of all shyness, and be- stows it upon Robert Sidney Miller. Ronald Jones leaves to Eddy Brown his aluminum pole, which has carried him over so many heights. Ethel Kelman wills her neat hair sty le to Gasperine Pampalone. Lorraine Kepshire leaves her abil- i‘v to get boys from other schools to Joan Miccolis. Olga Kimoff leaves her pleasing voice to no one, because she can use it in her future career in dramatics. Mary Klich wills her ability to get engaged while in school to Alice Rom a now. Ed Komasarcik leaves his dislike of girls to many boys who think it safe to Ido so just because of the man shortage. Rosemary Kovachick bequeaths her seriousness to our carefree Sophomore Mary Jane Kozma. Vicky Kyros leaves her night school job to Angie Blatsioris. Tuns 15. 1945 STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION Page Nine Joe Kozma leaves his coolness toward the women to Nick Stevoff. Mildred Sorraine Lee wills her powerful name, “Chlorine,” to Miss Mailath’s next chemistry class. William Lee, the great, wills his dignity and high intellect to Wiilliam Cannon. Mary Libassi bequeaths her vocab- ulary to a certain group in this school who could use it. George Taseff, in service, wills his cute smile to the Senior girls he left behind him. Rose Lulich leaves her perfect pos- ture to quite a few Froebel girls who really need it. Marge Macaluso wills her en- chanting eyes to Vcska Naidenoff. Dora Mackin leaves her ability to remain in the F. B. C. after so many absences to Hattie Nalborcyk. Nick Magurean leaves his manly physique to Carl Taseff. Violet Marcus wills her slender legs to Georgiann Pepoff. Ann Marencik leaves her splendid efficiency to Betty Spinally. Roger Muzzeralli wills his car to Andy Poulos. Rose Marjanian leaves her nick- name of “Smokey” to Dorothy To- karski. John Marjanian bequeaths his mo- ronic tactics to Sam Bain. Bob Nickovich wills his basketball ability to Jimmy Cougias. Mamie Olive leaves her perfect promptness, especially at 8 in the morning, to Katherine Burr. Andy Panos bequeaths his flashy clothes to Jerry Polakis. Ann Pivicich wills her ability to wear her hair any way to Angie Poulos. Julia Pavlik wills her pretty eyes, slightly hidden behind glasses, to Cleo Tonis. Danny Pavloff leaves his trumpet playing to Harry James! Loretta Piatak leaves her high cheekbones to Sarah Elmas. Phil Pietrzak wills his ability to discuss intelligently with Mr. McAl- lister, to a good economic student. Anne Ply leaves her ability to do so much good service for the school to Jane Sawa. Rose Polizzotto leaves her ability to jive with Senior boys to Therese Cervantes. Angie Romirez bequeaths her smile to Rose Argonstina. George Ramusack w ills his “love” for “Mac” to anyone who will take it. Mike Shendrick leaves his ability to graduate as Valedictorian in three and one-half years to Deno Thanos. Julia Steczyk wills her make-up to Anne Roman. Mitchell Terzich leaves his deep voice to Jerry Capuson. John Toma bequeaths his body beautiful to George Strimbu. Violet Pole bequeaths her tardiness to Mary Ellen Neal. Joyce Powell wills her height to Juanita Pulliam. Charles Praschak and Peter Stcf- anak leave all their seriousness to Mike Sournis and Gilbert Vuceko- vich. Priscilla Rollins leaves her unruly tongue to Mildred Jameson, who doesn’t need it'. Eliza Ross leaves her best wishes for Mattie Dunleavy’s remaining high school years. Florence Sadler wills her books to no one, because she enjoys them too much. Andy Sandala leaves his red hair to Arsenio Sanchez. Christine Swetky wills her light eyebrows to Rena Pividori. Jim Thomas leaves his math abil- ity to Louis Lajcin. Alice Toth wills her ability to keep one man so long to Millie Po- tenti. Ed Yukl leaves his ability to re- main calm, cool, and collected, to Harry Katsimpolis. Louis Zaharalis leaves his undying love for Dot Julius to no one . . . so beware, Wolves of the Junior Class. Bess Stouratis, Marge Zoumis, and Sophie Diamond leave their business courses to Eleanor Berzish, Bessie Kougoufas and Rose Kotloroff. Chris Zeharalis leaves his curly hair to Hank Droza. Catherine Vaseloff will leave it to Miss Gohdes to pick another assist- ant as good as she is. And thus does the “Last Will and Testament” of the Senior Class of “’45” close. It is our most fervent wish that you all will profit by your inherited gifts, as we have. Signed this 15th day of June, 1945. The Froebel Senior Class of 1945. SENIOR PROPHECY (Continued from Page 1) George Taseff and Bob Cervantes, and has just taken the town by storm. People are lined up for blocks, just waiting to get in. Hey! What’s com- ing off here? Can you beat that! John Toma and Andy Costakis are still trying to sneak in free! Today is really family day at the circus. Strolling nonchalantly around the hula dancers are Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jarosak and their little “snks.” Albert has been very happy ever since he married Vickey Kyros, who previously had turned down RKO’s offer to star in the “Thin Lady” series. Incidentally, the hula dancers are those ravishing beauties, Fern Ti- man, Andrianna Jollas and Besse Stouraitis. They are swaying to the lilting strains of John Marjanian’s Hawaiian guitar. step those two muscular he-men com- peting for the title, “The Body.” They are Danny Pavloff and Mike Calusis. The last event before we go into the main tent will be John George Baranko Jr., making his spectacular dive through space from a 300-foot tower into a big—glass of water. Pago Ten STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION lune IS, 194S What a splash! Now, as the crowd enters the main tent, we hear the Greek Band, led by the fiery William Tonis, playing “Papa Cut Your Toenails, You’re Tearing Up the Sheet.” Clowns are everywhere. Although not very rec- ognizable, we know them to be Roger Muzzarelli, Nick Magurean, Louis Zeheralis, Albin Blasczak and Richard Geresy. Hot dogs! Peanuts! Popcorn! Get yours now. Olga Brancyk and Dorothy Balash are do- ing a fine business. The big show is about to begin. The crowd is wild with excitement. The aerialists, Irene Bollog, Loretta Piatak and Peter Stefanek, are greet- ed by an outburst of applause as they come out and perform a miraculous feat. By the way, Pete is the only aerialist who can complete four flips in mid-air and come down with a split . . . head. Ah! Time for the lion tamer, and out steps the calm, cool and reserved Ronald Jones. His lions obey his ev- ery word, and now after years and tears of strenuous training, one of the lions has learned to hold the hoop while his master hops through. There is scarcely a pause after Ronald’s grand exit, because a group of skil'ed bareback riders make their entrance into the ring. On the first horse ' c see William Buchko and Amelia Flores, Followed by Mattie Booker and Larry Cannon on another steed. Here’s a late comer. Jolting along on a bucking broncho we find Julia Pavlik and Edwin Gajewski. Peanuts! Popcorn! Candy! Oh, Balash and Brancyk have competi- tion. Alice Harden and Ethel John- son have gone into business, too. The spotlight now is focused upon two of the world’s greatest tight- rope walkers—the slender and agile Ray Avilla and Christ Zeheralis. The crowd sits breathless with sup- pressed excitement as the two men hang ... by their teeth. Ladies and gentlemen! Something awful has just happened! The teeth are still there, but where are Ray and Christ? What a finale! Is it great or is it great? The spectators leave the main tent with an entirely satisfied air. Get your double dips here! Dou- ble dips, nothing! I want some of that nice, juicy steak that that large and lovable character, Andy Panos, dishes out at his own little “Garlic Temple.” Incidentally, the “Garlic Temple” was formerly the “Grasy Spoon,” owned and operated by Irene Cougias and Betty Andrey. The doorman, William Lee, re- splendent in purple drapes and gold braided jacket, approaches a cab driven by the alert James Newton Johnson, and smiling broadly, greets the newest couple: Steve Badylak and his fiancee, Irene Slovenka, heiress to the massive Chew and Snap It Bubble Gum Corporation. After wraps are left with the hat check girls, Rose Marjanian and Vio- let Marcus, couples enter the spacious ballroom and dance to the sweet music of Olga Kimoff and her ‘Bul- garian Blasters.” Alice Toth is fea- tured as the band’s vocalovely, and is singing the “Number One” tune on the Hit Parade, “Kako Te.” We recognize the voice of the mas- te1- of ceremonies as that of Rudy Alabach when he introduces the wrorld-famous Goldw yn Girls: Helen Gianopolis, Panigota Alexiou, Chris- tine Svvetky and Anne Ply. At this roint gay laughter is heard from the far corner of the ballroom, and after some speculation, we find it to be New York’s million-dollar playboy, Mike Shendrick, surrounded by the country’s most fashionable debu- tantes: Veronica Zimmerman, Julia Steezvk, Angeline Ramirez and Lo- raine Bobrik. The head waiter, John Jones, is summoning the other waiters, James Haywood, Charles Praschak, James Henderson and Herbie Cox, and as- tigning them to various tables. Among the couples dancing we find Betty Cidulka and Christ Anas- toff, Joan Gadbury and Frank Be- tucci, the latest on the steady list. Enjoying themselves at a side table are Ann Pavicich, Sophie Diamond, Marge Jarosak and Theodore Ber- bas, proprietor of that exclusive purse factory, famous for making “Berbas’ Better Bags.” The orchestra strikes up a South American melody, and the spotlight points with pride to that exotic rhum- ba queen, Amelia Drakos. The table girls, Mary Klich, Ethel Kcleman, Loraine Kepshire and Ger- trude Danch, smile provocatively at their customers. We notice one of them stopping at the table of the fa- mous New York model agent, Joe Kozma . . . with him is his newest and most popular model, Gloria Gonan The floor show continues as “The Warblers,” Priscilla Rollins, Man ie Olive, Joyce Powell and C onnie Hart sing “Rum, Pretzels and Beer” or “Burp Burp.” Sav! Who is that flitting from ta- ble to table? She’s been disturbing us throughout the whole perform- ance. Why sure, it’s Madame Uku- lele and her assistant, Violet Pole. If you promise not to tell, we’ll let veu in on a little secret. Madame Ukulele is really Edward Yukl incog- nito. Acrobatic stunts are performed by the talented Verona Hughes, Faustine Frederick, Mildred John- son, Irma Lee Williams, Corrine Lee and Florence Sadler. Wc forgot to mention that a party is being held here in honor of the great Metropolitan Opera star, Rose Lulich. Among the guests are: the dynamic director, Albert Bley; the meek and quiet producer, Dora Mackin; the modern fashion design- er, Mary Droza; the make-up expert, Ann Marencik, and the Ambassador to Borneo, Arnold Bernstein. The successor to the Ford Company is here, too. Most of us remember him as Bob Nickovich. The fellow to the left is Ed Komisachik, the great gro- cery executive. Flashes are seen as Garret Cope, photographer for the Daily Horn, takes pictures of the “Glow Girl,” Mary Libassi, and that effervescent bubble dancer, Vio- let Frankovich. no 15, 1945 STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION Page Eleven Oh! Oh! There go the bouncers, Josie Hirchak, Marge Macaluso and Lucille Badanish, quietly but effi- ciently disposing of the boisterous Jimmy Thomas. This is a sure sign that closing time is near. As the peo- ple leave the restaurant, they notice Officer George Ramusack walking his beat. In a short time the place is cleared, and the cashier, Florence Kwolek, is checking the books. Mitch Terzich, the bead janitor, and co-workers, Marge Zoumis, Churmey Brown, Catherine Vaseloff and Eli'a Ross, arc seen with their mops and pails ready for their night’s work. Start- ing from the top of a huge pile of dishes are the very capable dishwash- ers, Rose Polizzotto and Fanny Blat- sioris. Yes, this is the Class of ’45 and, as you can see, we’re still alive and kickin’. We hope that you have enjoyed our friendly little vi-it re- vealing our brilliant futures. We are great, aren’t we? Well, cheerio, hasta la vista, au revoir, auf wieder- sehen and ’till we meet again, so long. BEST WISHES to the Class of ’45” from the FROEBEL FACULTY A 4-YtAR SYMPHONY (Continued from Page 1) fair came the realization that we were tuned to perfection. Our class sponsors or music critics were Frances Uncapher, Kathryn Welsh, Helen Mailath and Marietta Monahan. Fhe melody pattern we followed c uring our Sophomore year was not complex. With the addition of per- cussion instruments by our new lead- er, Loretta Piatak, we becar. e con- scious of the military rhythms ef World War II. How can we forget cur Jeep Drive? It lasted all ear! We sold enough bonds for a jeep, and also donated $40 to the Red Cross. We helped out with sugar rationing, the paper drive—yes, sirce —we were all out for the war effort. At the end of the year we held our memorable “Spring Carnival” eve- ning dance with the added attraction of a popularity contest. Mildred Fif- fick and Rudy Alabach ran away with the honors. We really v ere in the swing of things. Our melody m s- ters for the year were Eloise Brooner, Georgia Bopp, Wilbur Sherry and Val Aurit. Given the downbeat by our new maestro, Edwin Gajewski, we began our Junior interlude and reached high- er peaks of expression with our new brass section. There was no doubt about it—we really felt as if we were perched on top of the world. After all, graduation was only a year away! We worked very hard—especially in our U. S. History Class. After rack- ing our brains, we have come to a miraculous conclusion: “I came, I saw, I conquered” were the immortal words of Julius Caesar just before the Battle of Waterloo! Pencils for sale, pencils for sale! Yes, we sold tons and tons ’cause we needed fold- ing lettuce for the prom (tons and tons!). Everyone went HAYwire at the “Pigtail Jamboree,” our biggest dance of the year. Then began the gay whirl of affairs that was to end our Junior term. The Prom, G. A. A. Banquet, F. B. C. May Ball, the Pow-Wow, and Band Concert will long be remembered by everyone. Our harmony makers were Leonora Stewart, Leora Connors, Marguerite Gahdes and Val Aurit. Our great symphony orchestra now is complete. The woodwinds give their full beauty to aid the sweetness of the strings, the best of the percus- sion instruments, and the full glory of the brass section. Edward Yukl steps upon the podium and wields his baton over this mighty assembly. Yes, there are some chairs left vacant by our boys in the service. But even though this strain of sadness is heard, a note creeps in for better years to come in a world of peace. We’re Seniors now, and the memories we’ve created during this last year certainly will be something to look back upon. We gave two evening dances, “Snow- time,” and another “Jinx Jubilee.” Other things also took up our time. We gave a wonderful radio program over Station WJOB, had two Bond Rallies, and a Bow Sale. It was about this time that our new Hall Order came into being. We didn’t know there was so much space in our corri- dors before! We really didn’t have much to worry about—only class rings, invitations, calling cards, caps and gowns, Prom and May Ball dates (anxiety brought on by the acute man shortage)—that’s all. Our •-.p nsors who so graciously helped in our time of need were Kathryn Welsh, Ann Jones, Margaret So1 th- wack and O. E. Fisher. On Ap’d! 1 our President, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, died. The beautiful memo- rial services held for him at school have lc‘t an indelible mark on oor lives. We are the first class to go through four years of high school and war simultaneously. We hope to be the last. Mike Shendrick and Verona Hughes head our class as Valedicto- rian and Salutatorian, respecti’e'.v. What is that? ... a distant rumble of mighty drums, a blast of trumpets, and ... oh! “Pomp and Circum- stance!” How long we’ve waited to hear this music that signifies so much! From Froebel School we have derived knowledge, lasting friendships, pleas- ure, some trouble, and loads of other things. But w’e all have our memories. Page Twelve STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION June 15« 1915 SENIOR SERVICE NEWS Private George Taseff was edu- cated at Froebel and finished the twelfth year course during summer school at Tolleston. Being a three- letter man, he played basketball, half- back on the football team, and track. George was inducted into the service August 21, 1944, and received his 17 weeks of basic training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, becoming a tank driver. Because of his quickness in learning, he was made a Lance Corporal at camp, and later served as an instruc- tor. He had a few week-passes dur- ing his training, and a 10-day fur- lough after basic. Later, he was sent to England, and Germany has been his address for almost two months. Now he’s not quite sure whether he will te stationed in Germany or be sent to the Pacific. Whichever way it is, we wish you the best of luck, George! Private Robert Cervantes has received practically all 12 years of his schooling at Froebel. He was busy taking part in activities during all his high school years. H played in the Froeuel Band and belonged to the Citamard Dramatic Club. In his freshman year he played basketball and made varsity in his sophomore year. He also played football on the second team. Bob now is in the in- fantry, having his basic training at Camp Fannin, Texas. He left with several other Froebel boys on Feb- ruary 9, 1945. He is also doubtful about coming home for graduation, because he hasn’t earned a furlough as yet. But we want Bob to know that all of us will be thinking of him as one of the graduates of ’45 helping to hurry up victory by serving in the United States Army. Private Chris Louis Zeherauis received all 12 years of his education at Froebel. He played the clarinet in our school band, and has played two years of basketball. Louis made varsity squad as a guard in football, and as an outside interest, played bas- ketball for his church team. He en- tered the service on February 9, 1945, and his first station was Camp Atterbury, Indiana, where he rc- '7n Tribute” Short years ago one might have heard Them laugh and, smiling, call absurd All thoughts that they would some day stand Entrenched in some far foreign land To halt aggression’s ruthless ride. But that day came, and those who’d smiled Took arms, for deep within them roiled Such names as Wake and Singapore, Yet none there was who feared fate’s store If others might their rights enjoy. Yes, some have died, and others, too, That price will pay, so things they knew, Like Christmas feast and Sunday’s prayer, Down through the years will still be there To bless the lives of those to come. —Richard Kearsley. mained for only a few days. He was transferred to Camp Fannin, Texas, where he has been receiving his basic training as an infantryman. We are not sure Lou will be able to come home for graduation, but we all hope so. If he isn’t here, we surely will remember him as we see other grad- uates walk across the stage to receive their diplomas. Private Rudy Alabach received most of his education at Froebel, and was a February graduate. He v as a member of both the football team, where he played the position of nuarterbaek, and the basketball team. For a few years he belonged to the Dramatic Club and played the saxo- phone in the Concert Band. Leaving for the service with a group of Froe- bel boys on February 9, 1945, he was stationed at Camp Atterbury, In- diana, and after a few days was sent to Fort Knox, Kentucky, with George Frankovich, for their 17 weeks of basic training in the Tank Corps. Rudy received a three-day pass at Easter time, a week-end pass to be home just in time for the Mav Ball. He expects to get his 10-day furlough just about the time of grad- uation. We hope you make it home for that sheepskin, Rudy. Private James Thomas, a Feb- ruary graduate of this year, has at- tended Froebel school for- 12 ears. As a freshman, he took part in bas- ketball and as outside interest took part in activities at the Y. M. C. A., especially archery. While in school Jimmy was a member of the Honor . ociety and Euclidean Circle. He en- tered the service on February 6, 1945. He is in the army reserve training program at the University of Kentucky. He was horre on a to- day furlough, just in time to be in- ducted into the Honor Society. At the L’niversity Jimmy is taking ad- vanced math, but as soon as he is 18 he will enter the Army Air Corps. I ike the other ’45 graduates, Jim is hoping to be home for graduation. We wish him lots of luck. Private Albert Bley was a 1941 eighth grade graduate of Saint Em- eries Catholic School. He then came to Froebel for his high school train- ing, and was one of our gridiron line men for two years. A1 had hoped to come home for graduation so that he could walk across the stage of the Memorial Auditorium for his diplo- ma, but a rumor around camp may prolong his basic training for another 15 weeks because of the new age l w about sending boys overseas. Leaving for service February 9, 1945, he stayed at Camp Atterbury, Indiana, for a few days until he re- ceived further word about being sHoped to . Camp J. T. Robinson, Arkansas, for infantry training. That is where he now is, and we wish him lots of good luck. Floyd Szczpenski, TM 2 c, en- tered the Navy December 5, 1942, and received his boot training at Great Lakes in the Service School. For two years he was in the Atlantic theater of war, stationed in Panama, England and Sicily. On returning to the United States Floyd had a short leave and now is at a Naval torpedo school in Newport, Rhode Island, and will graduate June 16, 1945. He expects to be home in time to receive his high school diploma, which he earned by completing his school work while in the service. STEEL DUST JOURNAL . . . SENIOR EDITION Ion IS. IMS AUTOGRAPHS ill 111. f , 1 c! •} % y 1 h ! i i 4 • '. . I Till! Him? u W s.i til? .� • t i . I { i ‘1 ' 1 • ■; m! fill IW if Mlii P i ll W i i i I j I iitinii!i jlfitpifJHKMffl a$rogji jjj