Harmony High School - Cardinal Yearbook (Harmony, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 56 of the 1945 volume:

“Tfttf @cincU tal The (tyvicUwzl 1945 Harmony, Minnesota Editor-in-Chief Assistant Editor . Business Manager Ass't Bus. Manager lleanote jfdennAeilt Jili (zJ-latitad . ylaine A (VC tad olezt to tty uy t. (f oy =d-. j lotiteJi Adviser . Contents ADMINISTRATION . 5 CLASSES . 9 ACTIVITIES .... . 28 ATHLETICS .... . 41 Foreword Without fanfare or orchestral accompaniment, we present THE CARDINAL OF 1945. Nineteen Hundred and Forty-Five . . . an epoc year of history . . .'of great wars ... of great decisions ... of world peace plans . . . our year of graduation. We have employed time” as our theme in this, our last memory-book of our high school days . . . look it over . . . turn its pages. We hope that you will like it for it is yours to keep and cherish. Here is a play-by-play account of our year’s activities and many fine successes. Donald Sikkink, president of the senior class, informs Regnald Baird of the first grade, This is a sample of a liberal education” • 2 • 2005 1995 1985 1975 'iVe 'Dedicate . . . this Cardinal of 1945 to time ... the most priceless possession we equally share . . . time which will bind up the wounds of a war-torn world . . . time which will bring about a lasting peace . .. time which wll provide the opportunities we seek . . . time which will carry us through the years on the road of life, to happiness and security. 1965 1955 1945 • 3 • Sc6 o£ Left to right, Seated: T. A. Brokken, Dr. C. Selvig, George A. Todd, Tollef Sanderson. Standing: Eldon Hotness, I. C. Soma, Superintendent Roy A. Norsted. 76e 'P idt Skoua cUI Harmony has long been blessed with an interested school board whose sincere interest has been to provide the best possible program of education for the students of the school and we are grateful for the opportunities which have been ours to enjoy during our high school days. During the hurried days of our high school careers, we have seldom taken time to reflect upon the wonderful educational opportunities which we have had, but now that we have come to the close of our high school careers we do realize that we are leaving behind us four of the happiest years of our lives. We do appreciate what the school board and community has done for us in having made these four years our most cherished memories of school life. In the years to come, we shall be ever mindful of what our high school days have meant to us in the way of better living and greater service to our country. Every pine and fir and hemlock Wore ermine too dear for an earl; And the poorest twig on the elm tree Was ridged inch deep with pearl. —James Kussell Lowell • 5 • English—Music MISS HILDRED TENNIHILL St. Olaf College, B. M. Social Science—Band PAUL R. STORTI Winona S. T. C., B. E. Northwestern University Science—Phy. Education—Coach ROY W. MOREN Duluth S. T. C., B. E. Industrial Arts—Mathematics EDWARD J. STEPHON Duluth S. T. C., B. S. Commercial MISS DOROTHY BEACH Cornell College, B. M. University of Omaha ______________• 6 • Science—Mathematics DONALD A. DUNN Carleron College, B. A. Principal—Social Science LEONHARD E. BAAK Buena Vista College, B. A. U. of South Dakota, M. A. Colorado College SUPT. ROY A. NORSTED U. of Minnesota, B. S. and M. A. U. of Michigan English—Library—Phy. Ed. MRS. BETTY SCHNORENBERG Mankato S. T. C., B. S. Home Economics—Science MRS. LANORE LANE Iowa State College, B. S. Agriculture KENNETH H. LEE U. of Minnesota, B. S. .7 • Cadet Midshipman Robert Todd ’44 and Paratrooper Harold Hanson ’43 reminisce a bit about school days and especially basketball. • 8 • Pfc. Rufus Alexander 45, after being seriously wounded Rufus left school for the uary of 1944 and saw H. M. S. Pinafore, that tuneful operetta of the English navy that made a hit wit r everyone. Seaman 2 c Roger Newell, president of the class of 1944, visits school long enough to see a good basketball game while home on his first furlough. • 9 • SetiCanA ctj. Iryx gam- Ca —; IdJUl • 10 • 3d BETTY AFSETH: Class Play 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 4; Music Contest 1, 4. MAVIS APPLEN: Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Music Contest 1, 4. BURRELL BAKER: Bricelyn High School 1, 2, and 3. JOHN BARKER: Basketball 1, 3; Baseball 4; Intramural 2; Boy Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 3, 4; Safety Patrol 1, 2; Legion Essay Winner 2. DOROTHY BENSON: Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 3, 4; Operetta 3, 4; Music Contest 4. ARNOLD BIGALK: Baseball 2, 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Band 1; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. Chapter Procedure Team, State Champs 3; State Farmer Degree 3. GERALDINE BROKKEN: Class Play 4; 1 Act Play 1, 2, 3; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 4; Operetta 3; Music Contest 1, 4; 4-H 1; Conroy Girls’ Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4; Homecoming Queen 4. ROBERT CROTTY: 1-Act Play 3; Football 2, 3, 4; Basket ball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Operetta 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2; Boy Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 3, 4; Newspaper 3, 4; Pep Band 1. ELEANORE DENNSTEDT: Class Play 3, 4; 1-Act Play 1, 3; Declamation: Local Winner 1, 2, 3, 4, District Winner 2, 4, Regional Winner 4; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls' Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Brass Ensemble 1, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Conroy Girl’s Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper 3, 4; Club Officer 2; National Honor Society; Co-Salutatorian. Settttnd Clt lTlasv rrui, jayru ty lsK4 (r - d3JL x nA. y OAAX aJ KAREN ELLIOTT: 1-Act Play 2; Declamation 1; Intramural I, 2; Mixed Chorus I, 2, 4; Sextette 2; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 4; Operetta 2, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; Band 1, 2, 4; Woodwind Quartette 1, 4; 4-H 1, 2; Conroy Girl’s Club 1, 2, 4; Newspaper Staff 4; Class Officer 2; Club Officer I; Central High School, St. Paul 3. MANLEY ELTON: Football 3, 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Operetta 3; F.F.A. 2, 3, 4. WORRELL ERICKSON: Class Play 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Boys’ Glee Club 4; Operetta 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Woodwind Ensemble I, 2, ?, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4. MANFORD HANSON: Baseball 4; F.F.A. 3, 4 MARGARET HANSON: Class Play 3; 1-Act Play 2; Declama tion 1, 2; Intramural I, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 4; Operetta 4; Music Contest 1, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1; Conroy Girls’ Club I, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 4; Newspaper Staff 3, 4; Club Officer 3. BLAINE HARSTAD: Class Play 3, 4; 1-Act Play 3; Declama- tion: Local Winner 3, 4, District Winner 3, 4, Regional Winner 4; Football 3; Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Operetta 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Woodwind Ensemble 2; Music Contest 1, 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Newspaper Staff 3, 4; Club Officer 3, 4; Class Officer 4; F.F.A. Chapter Procedure Team, State Champs 3; Crop Judging Team 1; National Honor Society; Co-Salutatorian. KEITH HARSTAD: Class Play 3; 1-Act Play 2, 3; Declamation 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 2, 4; Music Contest 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4; Club Officer 4; Class Officer 3, 4; F.F.A. Chapter Procedure Team, State Champs 3. LENORD HASS: Intramural 1, 2, 3; Boy Scouts 4; Class Officer 2. VINCENT HAUGERUD: Declamation 2; Football 1, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Oper etta 4; Band 1; Music Contest 4; F.F.A. I, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer 3. • 11 • Sat cord Se-iL lJLy % f $ 0 0 DOROTHY HEGG: Class Play 3, 4; 1-Acc Play 2; Declama- BEVERLY JOHNSON: Band 1, 2, 3, 4; tion 1, 4; Intramural 1; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 3, 4; Operetta 2, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Woodwind Ensemble 3; Music Contest 1, 4; 4-H 1; Conroy Girls’ Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4; Club Officer 4; Class Officer 4. RICHARD HELLE: Class Play 4; Baseball 2, 4; Mixed Chorus 1, 4; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Music Contest 1,4; Boys’ Glee Club 4; Boy Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Entered navy May 1st. Brass Ensemble 2, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; National Honor Society. DONALD JOHNSON: Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 1, 4; Operetta 3; Band 2; Music Contest 1, 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 3, 4; Club Officer 4; Class Officer 3. ROBERT KINGSBURY: Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball Manager 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; F.F.A. 2, 3, 4. HELEN HOLGER: Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3; Operetta 3; Music Contest I; 4-H 1, 2; Newspaper Staff 4. HAROLD IVERS: Preston High School 1; Baseball 2, 4; Intramural 2. RAYMOND KNUDSLIEN: Intramural 1, 2; Boy Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4. JOHN KRUEGER: Class Play 4; Declamation: Local Winner 4; Mixed Chorus 4; Operetta 3, 4; Music Contest 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Glee Club 4. ETHEL LIUDAHL: Class Play 4; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 4; Band 3, 4; Pep Band 4; Music Contest 4; Newspaper Staff 4; National Honor Society. NEIL MOREM: Class Play 3; Football 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 2, 4; Operetta 3, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; Band 1; Boy Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4; Entered navy May 12th. FRANCES McKAY: Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4. ROGER McKENZIE: Preston High School 1, 2; Football 3, 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 3; Operetta 3; F.F.A. 3, 4. VERNON MICHEL: Football 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3„ 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Operetta 3, 4; Band I, 2, 3, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Club Officer 3; F.F.A. Chapter Procedure Team, State Champs 3. DEAN MOREM: Football 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; Baseball Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 4; Operetta 3. 4; Music Contest 4. ELWYN NAGEL: Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Operetta 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. Judging Team 1; National Honor Society. FRANCES NAGEL: Class Play 4; 1-Act Play 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2, 3; Music Contest 1, 4; Club Officer 3; Class Officer 1. ANITA OLSON: Class Play 3; Declamation 1; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 4; Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Brass Ensemble 2, 4; Pep Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; 4-H 1, 2; Annual Staff 4; Newspaper Staff 4; Class Officer 3, 4; National Honor Society; Valedictorian. • 13 • Settcwd BoownaOP Oo-yyaJLJl Senior class officers: Anita, reporter; Dorothy, treasurer; Blaine, secretary; Keith, vice-president; and Donald, president. BURNELL OLSON: Intramural I, 2; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4. INES OWEN: Class Play 3, 4; I-Act Play 3; Mixed Chorus 1, 4; Sextette 2, 3; Girls’ Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4; National Honor Society. PATRICIA RISELAND: Class Play 3; 1-Act Play 2; Intra mural 1; Mixed Chorus I; Conroy Girls’ Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Cheerleader 2, 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 4. MILTON SHERWIN: Decorah High School 1, 2; Baseball 4. DONALD SIKKINK: Class Play 3, 4; 1-Act Play 1, 2, 3; Declamation: Local Winner 3, 4, District Winner 3, 4, Regional Winner 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 2, 4; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Operetta 2, 3, 4; Boys’ Glee Club 4; Music Contest 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 3, 4; Newspaper Staff 3, 4; Club Officer 3, 4; Class Officer 4; F.F.A. Judging Team 1; State Farmer 3; F.F.A. Speaking Contest, District Winner 3; National Honor Society. RICHARD ROSTVOLD: Class Play 3; 1-Act Play 1, 2; Foot-ball 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Baseball 4; Intramural 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4; Operetta 3, 4; Music Contest 1, 4; 4-H 1, 2; Boy Scouts 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Officer 1, 2. ROGER SIKKINK: Class Play 3, 4; 1-Act Play 3; Football 4; Basketball 3, 4; Intramural 1, 2, 3; Mixed Chorus 4; Operetta 3, 4; Music Contest 4; F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; 4-H 1, 2, 3, 4; Club Officer 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. Chapter Procedure Team, State Champs 3. • 14 • Se tand We are now standing at the threshold—-preparing to face the world with the knowledge that we have received the best training possible in the four years we have been a part of Harmony High. Our schooling has been completed during one of the most critical periods in the history of the world, yet we have carried on despite all odds. As freshmen we were 58 and each of us was slowly working into the pattern of activities that fit his personality when the news came that our country was involved in a great world war. Each of us was stunned in a different way, but together we silently vowed to make victory our personal goal. Time passes in a hurry—busy days and happy days—days that found us gaining both in knowledge and experience—and then we found ourselves seniors. It seemed strange to sense that we were seniors, yet the realization of the work ahead made us set out with new eagerness. Each year, new honors had toppled into the class coffer; this year was to top them all for success. In athletics, the seniors were in the majority in both basketball and football and helped hold high the banner of victory and sportsmanship. Again in vocal music, band, and speech, the seniors led the way as the main cog of a machine grinding out a slow but certain victory. No doubt, one of the seniors’ most outstanding achievement, one in which every member of the class was responsible for its success, was the senior play, Mail Order Brides.’’ It was a success in itself, but the fact that 890 people attended proved that the people of Harmony had confidence in the ability of the senior class to put on a superior production. Hot competition between boys and girls helped set an attendance record that topped all previous ones. We have had our fun too, but many times heavy hearts have caused forced smiles. Yet the Isense of of excitement as we supported our basketball and football teams gave us fun and thrills that were hard to beat. Tournament time with its splash of color and excitement provided another thrill despite car National Honor Soeiety Members: Seated, Left to Right: Eleanore Dennstedt, Blaine Harstad, Donald Sikkmk, and Elwyn Nagel; Standing: Ines Owen, Anita Olson, Beverly Johnson, and Ethel Liudahl. pooling and crowding to make our little gas go farther. Then too, programs, school parties, and dances have provided recreation for a sometimes weary class. Each year it seems the war has come a little closer to our hearts—it has slowly made itself our own personal war. Friends of ours who had been members of the same organizations as we, reported missing in action—boys who had left their mark in school and engraved on our hearts—killed in the service of their country. Above all, the return of Rufus Alexander, one of 12 survivors of an original company of 250, with a wound received on the German front, made us realize that this was our war. His words helped to spur on a class that was already leading in the buying of bonds; to spur on a class that already was giving to the armed forces many of its members to continue the fight for freedom. We are graduating into a world of uncertainty, a world sure of victory, but not sure how to face it. The one important weapon with which we have to face this world, is a flexible education given us by teachers and an administration that realizes the importance of training for the world of tomorrow. The sands of time are running low. Graduation will make us alumni; you, our Alma Mater. May we ever hold her honor high and to her we give our thanks for the years gone by and best wishes for the years to come! Locution. Left to right. First Row: C. Flynn, J. Harstad, T. W’hite, M. Rice, D. Ellingson, E. Sechrist, F. Sechrist, P. Bigalk, A. Kohlmeyer, S. Jacobson. Second Row: H. Bigalk. L. Storhoff, A. Olson, N. Jacobson, M. Winnabcrg, D. Soland, B Meyers, D. McKay, D. Afseth, J. Latcham, M. Michel, L. Yeoman, Mrs. Schnorenberg, Adviser. Third Row: R. Bowe, D. Elton, C. McKay, L. Fishbaugher, S. Roberts, E. Dahl, T. Kingsley, D. Heisterkamp, Q. Benson, A. Olson, D. Hutchison., C. Elton. Fourth Row: R. Johnson, B. Johnson, L. Inglebret, R. Applen, D. Drury, M. Quanrud. i When the school year rolled around again in 1944 it seemed to have a special meaning to us because we realized that we were Juniors. Ah, me what an eventful year it was! As a class we had many interesting experiences and since we considered this a most important year (and we’re sure most former juniors will agree) we had many important discussions and decisions to make with Mrs. Betty Schnorenberg our capable adviser. We have tried to participate in almost all school activities; band, glee club, mixed chorus, declam contests, social functions, class play, and last but not least—the prom which brought forth our best efforts and class ingenuity. Junior Class Officers: Margaret, secretary; Colleen, teasurer; Blake, vice-president; and Jill, president. Darleen, Tommy, Arlyn, and Marilyn check out some weekend reading from Mrs. Schnorenberg. • 16 • Lee, Merlin, Betty, and Bob prepare prom invitations for the gala Latin-American event that was the season s social highlight. Third Row: M. Lange, J. Todd, M. Quanrud, R. Johnson, G. Left to right. First Row: L. Lange, B. Myron, B. Koliha, A. Ruddick, P. Farrbank, K. White, L. Jacobson, T. Gruenzner, N. Hutton, L. Serf ling. Second Row: S. Jorgenson, L. McKenzie, K. Burmeister, N. Meyers, T. Riseland, D. Copeman, G. Copeman, D. Elton. R. Ruddick, L- Gallagher, D. Stortz, Mrs. Stephon, Adviser. White, R. Applen, Staplekamp, W. Hoag, J. Sanden, C. Amy. Thirty-one eager students comprise the most ambitious class in school . . . the sophomores. During the past year, we have all been very happy in the opportunities that have presented themselves. We found that in addition to our regular studies there were many new extracurricular activities in which we could participate . . . One-act plays . . . athletics . . . dramatics and speech . . . band . . . glee club. All of these have helped to build up a real school spirit . . . the kind of school spirit that sends a thrill up your back with every success that becomes a part of the school. Frank Ward is always on the job and here he is getting the chairs set for another evening entertainment. We have helped to build up a fine record through our own participation . . . cheerleading . . . athletics . . . free throw championship . . . homecoming responsibilities . . . and everything that makes for a fine school. Another year has past ... we stand at the threshold of our junior year . . . ahead we see our caps and gowns . . . the symbol of our high school education . . . Commencement in May of 1947. We shall return next year to emulate the fine record of the classes who have gone before and we shall help to keep up that fine school spirit. Sophomore Class Officers: Pearl, secretary; Keith, treasurer; Naomi, president; and Lois, vice-president. • 17 • 0?fte4d na«t Buhlmai , L. Milne, M. Pederson, R. Barnes, L. Kratz, W. Knudslien, L. Fairbank, J. Strelow, L. Turnmire, E. Sikkin Left to right, First Row: K. Riseland. M. Amy, J Tollefson, H. Honker-holt. J. Just, R. Gruenzner, H. Bates, K. Benson, M. Kingsley, H. McKay, E. Rostvold. Second Row: Miss Beach, Adviser, R. Jones, G. Martin, D. Arns. W. Smith, R. Snitker, D. McCabe. C. Elton, S. Becker, M. Sorenson, E. Hass, Mr. Dunn, Adviser. Third Row: N. Milne, E. McKernan, W. Ellis, N. Haugerud, H. Harstad. Fourth Row: G. Michel, D. k. September brought school . . . school brought a new freshmen class into existance . . . new friends soon became old friends ... we joined hands and became one at our first social event—a Get-Acquainted” party. Yes, this new school life was strange to some of us at first, but as our books became finger-soiled and our brains more agile we were well into the routine of that first, trying year of high school. The thrill of supporting our team at athletic events filled us with a new school spirit that will always be ours. Our class talent found its way into It was rural play days like this that acquainted us with Har mony high school and its great school spirit. the dramatic presentations of our upper class-mates. We offered our part to the one-act play activity with Sister Sue” ... to declamation with Leland’s un-matchable wit ... to music a representation in every field ... to athletics a team of growing strength and skill. Each year more of us will fall into line and join the activities that provide a rich cultural background for our scholastic education. We are almost Sophomores . . . another step to make . . . another goal to achieve . . . the doorway to greater learning and life. This year has truly been a firm stepping stone in our education for living. Freshman Class Officers: Kathryn, vice-president; Joan, president; Wayne, treasurer; and Harold, secretary. • 18 • Sce td. iacte Left to right, First Row: E. Soland, M. Kyseth, B. White, J. Young, C. Kingsbury, J. Vrieze, J. Vang, B. Miklethun. Second Row: S. Gillund, R. Johnson, C. Denn-stedt, N. Johnson, K. Olson, H. Olson, K. White, C. Kingsbury, F. Ward, Mr. Lee, Adviser. Third Row: B. Hoag, H. Himes, K. Matson, E. Willford, A. Johnson, E. Ellingson. Seventh tf 'uide Left to right, First Row: E. Johnson, D. Watkins, D. Griebenow, D. Knudtson, B. Hoag, E. Bronner, P. Hutton, M. Linstroth. Second Row: R. Barker, R. Caldwell, R. Johnson, Lr Sanden, W. Haugerud, J. Meyers, G. Trusty, A. Johnson, Mrs. Lane, Adviser. Third Row: N. Boen, E. Quanrud, L. Burt, M. Ruddick. We are still in junior high . . . but we are looking forward to those years ahead . . . new goals . . . new classmates . . . new world conditions. Already we have tried our talents in band, junior chorus, and athletics ... we enjoyed every bit of it and in these coming years we’re going to work harder. The abrupt change that we made when becoming junior high students has been overcome with the aid of our helpful and considerate teachers. Yes, we arc small fry” now, but with every War stamp and bond we buy we are looking ahead and planning our future. • 19 • Left to right. Seated: E. Sechrist, J. Han tad, E. Dennstedt, D. Sikkink, A. Olson, R. Crotty, Mr. Norsted, Adviser. Standing: D. Watkins, M. Kyseth, J. Tollefson, T. Riseland, P. Fairbank, L. Fishbaugher, B. Harstad. (fanoy (Ztud Left to right, First Row: N. Hutton, C. Flynn, D. Hegg, Mrs. Schnorenberg, Adviser, E. Dennstedt, K. Whitt, T. Gruenzner. Second Row: P. Riseland, G. Brokkcn, K. Elliott, P. bairbank, J. Tollefson, D. Arns, E. Rostvold, K. Riseland. Third Row: M. Hanson, T. White, J. Harstad, E. Sechrist, F. Sechrist, D. Ellingson, R. Gruenzner. We may be low on funds but we’re high on money-making ideas!” said the Conroy girls at their first meeting last fall. This small but active girls’ club proved their statement by carrying out many of the ideas during the school year. Under the guidance of Mrs. Betty Schnorenberg they ful-filled the club’s purpose by purchasing a variety of new books and magazines for the school library. Every other Monday evening was remembered as a social event in itself . . . inspiring literary reports . . . new hobbies . . . fashions . . . teen-age ideas on the war. Our year was an overflow of parties, meetings, and activities . . . the Conroy tradition fulfilled. • 20 • @andeoK Sditonial St i L fc to right, Seated: C. Elton, E. Denn-stedt, J. Harstad, Miss Beach, Adviser, D. Sikkink, K. Harstad, W. Erickson. Standing: G. Brokken, E. Sechrist, F. Sechrist, N. Morem, R. Crotty, D. Johnson. (Za'ide t ‘P'usdccctifM. Sta ing: T. White, D. Elton, G Trusty, Miss Beach, Adviser, T. Riseland, P. Hutton, R. Johnson, M. Michel, B. Harstad, L. Yeoman, D. Hutchison, Miss Peterson Adviser, K. Elliott, G. Brokken. Left to right, Seated: P. Riseland D. Hegg, M. Kyseth, D. Watkins E. Liudahl, L. Storhoff, H. Hoi ger, A. Olson, M. Hanson. Stand The Cardeon—after two years of successful production—has become an established part of school life. Each edition proves a never ending source of enjoyment. The ambition of a wide awake staff under the leadership of Miss Dorothy Beach, has established a fine record through original, creative write-ups which have shown its talents through art and journalism. The Cardeon serves as a school bulletin of past and present events and provides an added incentive for further achievement. 0?uttcie ? Michel, C. McKay, Q. Benson, D. Elton. Left to right, First Row: V. Haugerud, S. Roberts, R. Applen, R. Kingsbury, R. Sikkink, R- Johnson, W. Hoag, E. Dahl, R. Johnson, T. Kingsley. Second Row: R. Barnes, G. Michel, E. Sikkink, B. Olson, M. Elton, M. Hanson, J. Strelow, R. McKenzie, B. Harstad, Mr. Lee, Adviser. Third Row: A. Olson, N. Milne, A. Bigalk, L. Milne, M. Pederson, L. Fishbaugher, V. Fourth Row: J. Krueger, D. Sikkink. K. Harstad, D. Johnson, E. Nagel. B. Johnson. The Future Farmers of America is a national organization of farm boys, preparing themselves to be the better farmers and farm leaders of tomorrow. Each member has had an agriculture project in which he has used new and improved methods of farming. Thus he has and is preparing himself for a new era in agriculture through learning by doing.” Under the able guidance of Mr. Lee, the boys met regularly once a month, and had a chance to learn proper parliamentary procedure, develop their leadership qualities, and take part in a wholesome recreation program. One of the outstanding events of the year was the second annual F.F.A. banquet given in honor of the parents with 138 in attendance. Mr. Clifford Simon, former ag instructor, and Pvt. Rufus Alexander, formerly a member of the group, were speakers for the occasion. In the five years that the F.F.A. has been part of Harmony High, five boys have received state farmer degrees and this year nine more outstanding members are making applications for this honor. Vernon Michel, who already has an outstanding farm production program in operation, is being considered for the highest degree of star farmer. 4-W dud Left to right, First Row: J. Erickson, F. Erickson, J. Haugerud, D. Flynn, B. Hoag, M. Kyseth, H. Bigalk, P- Hutton, H. Harstad. Second Row: F. McKay, D. McCabe, J. Vrieze, H. McKay, D. Elton, D. McKay, L. Jacobson, N. Hutton, C. Flynn, P. Harstad, P. Bigalk, E. Dennstedt. Third Row: A. Bigalk, E. Sikkink. G. Michel, R. Johnson, S. Roberts, R. Johnson, E. Dahl, W. Hoag, J. Strelow, W. Erickson, B. Harstad. V. Michel. Fourth row: J. Johnson, McKay N Milne D Fir n H. Himes, C. Dennstedt, R. Johnson, L. Milne, M. Pederson, Q. Benson, H. Harstad, C. °np Hoag. Fifth Row: V. Haugerud, D. Johnson, K. Harstad, D. Sikkink, R. Sikkink, B. Johnson. • 22 • Left to right, First Row: R. Bowe, L. McKenzie, D. Stortz, H. Bigalk Second Row: M. Hanson, K. Elliott, L. Gallagher, D. Elton. Third Row: C. Flynn, M. Applen, C. Elton, D. Soland. Fourth Row: D. Benson, S. Jacobson, D. Hutchison, L. Yeoman. Fifth Row: L. Storhoff, E. Liudahl, A. Olson, J. Latcham, I. Owen, T. White, L. Serfling, L. Jacobson, E. Sechrist, D. Ellingson, J. Harstad, M. Michel, Miss Tennihill, Director. Sixth Row: B. Afseth, D. McKay, D. Afseth, F. Nagel, M. Rice, P. Bigalk, E. Dennstedt, K. White, N. Hutton, F. Sechrist, D. Hegg, T. Gruenzner. This organization, made up entirely of girls, has spent many hours in practice for its numerous performances this year. Only they, knew the hurrying and anxiety ... the collars popping out at the last moment before stage-time . . . the last frenzied look in a mirror . . . the intense heat surrounding the rostrum throughout a rendition . . . the final note and the curtains closing ... a sigh of relief and a rush for the hall and cooler air. Yes, our glee club has worked and achieved a name for itself in the surrounding community. Miss Tennihill has taught us new ways to form words . . . how to make harsh words sound soft . . . high notes, clear . . . low notes, deep. Our rented gowns have added a note of elegance to our club . . . we initiated them at the Christmas concert. We dressed in formal guise for the senior high operetta, H.M.S. Pinafore” only to don our gowns again at the presentation of The Crucifixion”, the Easter cantata. It was then that we chose new music to prepare for the annual music festival. This has been a great year in music ... we shall never forget it! C A mixed group of twenty-five voices formed a new and exciting music organization this year. They coined their own name . . . wrote parts to some of their music . . . practiced faithfully and produced a program of popular numbers which they presented at the senior class play and the one-act plays. This first taste of the popular was good . . . next year we will make it better. 'r avetuutaczed til � M f � c Left to right, First Row; L. Serfling, T. White, J. Harstad, D. Ellingson, C. Elton, Miss Tennihill, Director, D. Elton, F. Sechrist, E. Sechrist, J. Laic ham, P. Bigalk Second Row: C. McKay, T. Riseland, M. Lange, A. Staplekamp, R. Helle, L. Fishbaugher, V. Michel. Third Row: B. Johnson, D. Johnson, R. Crotty, D. Sikkink. D. Drury, E. Dahl. W. Erickson, S. Roberts. • 23 • Section. @ ncca Left Side: D. Stortz and L. Gallagher, L. Storhoff, and E. Liudahl, D. Soland and D. McKay, D. Hutchison and C. Elton. Right Side: H. Bigalk and D. Elton, M. Hanson and L. McKenzie, A. Olson and I. Owen, K. Elliott and D. Benson. First Row: D. Hegg, N. Jacobson, M. Applen, S. Jacobson, N. Hutton, D. Ellingson, J. Harstad, Miss Tennihill, Director, T. White, P. Bigalk. L. Serfling, M. Michel, F. Nagel, J. Latcham, D. Afseth. Second Row: Q. Benson, B. Harstad, D. Morem, S. Roberts, M. Lange, R. Helle, E. Dennstedt, B. Afseth, E. Sechrist, F. Sechrist, T. Gruenzner, K. W)t ite. L. Jacobson, L. Fishbaugher, V. Michel, C. McKay, T. Riseland, A. Bigalk. Third Row: W. Erickson, E. Dahl, J. Krueger, R. Rostvold, D. Drury, E. Nagel, R. Applen, L. Inglebret, D. Sikkink. R- Crotty, D. Johnson, N. Morem, R. Sikkink, A. Staplekamp, B. Johnson, R. Johnson. If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again” . . . that was our motto a few years ago and we used it again this year when organizing our senior mixed chorus. The boys were wary and uncertain of the usefulness of vocal music in their activities but after much encouragement ... a lot of talking ... a glimpse at the music in store for them . . . they began to attend rehearsals . . . each time in growing numbers. We experimented at first with patriotic music and then dipped into old favorites like Old Man River” and Roll Chariot, Roll”. This group sang nobly throughout the music department’s operetta and trained itself for competition at the music festival. The Junior chorus, too, showed their growing ability with an enchanting performance at the junior class play. Their appearance stole the audience’s eye immediately . . . boys in coats and bow ties . . . girls in their best frocks and hair ribbons . . . they made a hit and intend to live up to it! JJcatccn (tyoMca Left to right, First Row: S. Gillund, M. Linstroth, B. White, Miss Tennihill, Director, J. Young, P. Hutton, E. Johnson. Second Row: E. Bronner, D. Watkins, D. Knudtson, D. Griebenow. Third Row: B. Hoag, E. Soland, C. Elton, B. Miklethun. Fourth Row: K. Benson, M. Kyseth, J. Vrieze, J. Just. Fifth Row: M. Ruddick, B. Hoag, W. Smith, H. MtKay, D. McCabe, R. Snitker. J. Vang, C. Kingsbury, M. Amy, M. Kingsley, G. Martin, D. Arns, H. Hongerholt, R. Barker, N. Boen. Sixth Row: E. Quanrud, K. Matson, R. Johnson, E. Wilford, G. Trusty, N. Applen, J. Meyers, H. Olson, K. Olson, W. Haugerud, K. White, R. Johnson. C. Dennstedt, N. Johnson, H. Himes, L. Burt. • 24 • Left to right. First Row: R. Helle, B. Johnson, D. Drury, M. Quanrud, G. White, A. Staplekamp, W. Erickson, S. Roberts, L. Fishbaugher. V. Michel. Second Row: C. McKay, M. Lange. D. Morem, J. Krueger, R. Applen, E. Dahl, B. Harstad, T. Rtseland, D. Elton, Mr. Storti, , , .. i r t l Director. Third Row: R. Crotty, R. Rostvold, N. Morem, R. Sikkink, K Harstad. L. Inglebret. E. Nagel, D. Johnson, D Sikkink, V. Haugerud. It took six years to prove that they really could sing . . . these athletic giants that at last consulted their vocal chords and blended the results in a booming chorus of he-man song. Mr. Storti trained the group to sing as men would and the practice periods assured us of that! This is a club that will gain new members and lose others in the coming years ... an activity that will continue to be the boys’ favorite . . . next to sports! Left to right. First Row: K. Elliott, G. Brokken, K. Whitt, L. Jacobton, T. White, E. Sechriit, F. Sechriit, A. Olion, D. Hegg. C. Flynn, J. Haritad. M. Kyseth, B. Johnion. Second Row: P. Hutton, A. Johnion, E. Liujahl, B. White, E. Dennitedt, W. Hoag, W. Erickton, R. Helle, W. Ellii, H. Olion, D. Ellington, L. Lange, ]. Toltejion, S. Gillund. This organization rose to new heights this past year in instrumental work . . . they were present at every local athletic event . . . coordinated to the second with the cheer-leaders and music cheering . . . they added a vocalist. Miss Dorothy Beach, who charmingly told a story through song at the subdistrict tournament . . . their repertoire grew with the addition of current popular numbers as well as old favorites . . . they climaxed a brilliant year by supporting the team at the regional tournament— even though a little smaller than the other bands represented there, they played from their hearts as well as their lungs. Hats off to our pep band! • 25 • Left to right, First Row: L. Storhoff, D. Ellingson, C. Flynn, J. Harstad, A. Olson, E. Liudahl, D. Hegg, M. Hanson, G. Brokken, K. Elliott, B. Johnson, E. Sechrist, F. Sechrist, T. White. Second Row: S. Gitlund, D. Knudtson, E. Bronner, B. White, D. Gnebenow, L. Lange, K. White, E. Dennstedt, L. Jacob-.. son, N. Hutton, J. Tollefson, M. Kyseth, W. Smith, D. Watkins, J. Haugerud, 11 r°r ‘’ director. Third Row: G. Pederson, P. Hutton, A. Johnson, R. Johnson, H. Olson, W. Ellis, R. Helle, R. Crotty, W. Hoag, W. Erickson, B. Harstad, V. Michel, H. Bigalk, F. Erickson Come on, let’s go” . . . these familiar words of Mr. Storti, our instructor, will hold a permanent seat in our band memoirs. This year our band was the last for some and the first for others . . . the traditional Wednesday night rehearsals . . . new thrills when we appeared at the regional tournament . . . season concerts . . . the music festival and mass band participation. Our contest pieces were chosen early and they were played over at each rehearsal until every part was perfect. We learned to play together with the same purpose ... a showing at the contest that truly represented our school. Yes, we have had a great year in band . . . the football homecoming . . . each basketball game . . . the tournaments . . . long-remembered events that will return again and again in future years when we view a marching band and thrill to its martial music. The band holds a final rehearsal for the district music contest. Maestro Storti hushes down the bass section just a bit. • 26 • ________________— - ---------------------------- Satf SccuU Left to right, First Row: G. Trusty, E. Wilford, J. Meyers, K. White, M. Quanrud, J. Todd, H. Oison, N. Meyers, J. Sanden, T. Riseland, C. Dennstedt, L. Sanden. Second Row: N. Boert, E. Ellingson, A. Johnson, A. Olson, H. Himes, R. Johnson, N. Applen, E. Quanrud, L. Burt, A. Johnson, R. Barker. M. Ruddick Third Row: J. Barker, M. Quanrud, D. Drury, B. Johnson, R. Rostvold, R. Crotty, G. White, N. Morem, R. Knud-slien, R. Helle, L. Fairbank, Mr. Austad, Scoutmaster. Under the leadership of Clarence Austad, our scoutmaster, our local scout troop has had a very fine year in scouting with a total of 40 boys registered and active in scout work. We have added our bit to the war effort by holding regular paper drives from time to time which have resulted in some ready cash for the scout program. We get as much out of scouting as we are willing to put into it . . . those who participate in the advancement program are building for a stronger America in the future. Football is King! e, te4n6et Seniors Take to the Stage “H' M S. Pinafore” Regional Anxieties • 28 • 1 rfc£cvitie • 29 • 1944 SEPTEMBER 1944 THU MON WED SUN The first edition of the CARD EON comes o thing hits the spot with these news hawks. The Republicans won t national election horse a piece! The students debate the issues o Democrats won the election—]us We pass neath a Flag, a tree Hying Flag, High o’er building, floating glory to show Our Banner, unknown to mad tyrant feet Nor e er in dishonor brought low. We feel pride in a school, a time honored school, In teachers who faithfully strive, Quietly, selflessly, with courage untold. To keep an American Way alive! —John Barker seniors Prinicipal Baak checks oyer the program schedule for his final OK ,-L_ L_J the homecoming game Pre,ion i� h «� •« Boy Scout color guard heads the homecoming parade on the way to the football field. The band thrills the homecoming crowd as they parade down Spring Grove tried vainly to hold, but the Cards won 26 to 0. 1944 NOVEMBER 1944 c MON THU FRI SAT ji • i LOCAL VISITOR u 61 ,.fcfcinfe ch«fcs .irf. Miff Dolores Peterson on the over-wWmmg of Cur 0°n . that grossed more than $1,000 this year. magazme Faithful Charlie A ms checks the timer before the start of championship basketball season. Mail Order Brides” was a rip-snorting good comedy and here we find the cowhands, Don and Roger, placing their order for brides via the mail order catalog. 7tove rtdet We gird our loins for conquest new Out on our basketball floor; Gobble turkey, pie, and cranberry, And loudly we shout for more! —John Barker To that utter amazement, the mail order brides arrived until they got their man.” . . and they stayed ■32. 1944 DECEMBER 1944 i SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI 1 c . • 3 0 £eace Earth. 6oob B)iU Zvwzrb Christmas for Others” thrilled the capacity crowd that turned out to attend this year's Christmas program TDecfHJ en, W' tttim � Wh.« Christmas; C.nHI orden of day. tnd lT and holly, ll girls neath mistletoe, we | —John Roger and Donald Sikkmk. state champ meat animal demon strators, figure up expenses after attending the National 4- -J club conference in Chicago in December. was m the Christmas program that The chorus and band gore a sacred °«“rt«� most appropriately given amid a beau ifu •JANUARY 1945 MON SUN WED THU The Parkinson Trio receives a generous applause from an appreciative student audience John Barker ’45, ”poet laureate out a few more lines of verse Students of aeronautics call for a little extra help on weather” from their instructor, Mr Moren. We herewith highly resolve To get assignments and do our best Jn English, Math, and Social If we but pass our six weeks tests —John Barker SVJN MON thvj WED EBWja.RY SAT The freshmen really stole the show th , performance Sister Sue and Lee drd hare a llltU trouble inking hi, tie. Never was there a man as greal as the Captain of the Pinafore and never was there a finer performance given of the operetta. That slow motion hill-billy play, Cornin' fRound the Mountain did provide plenty of laughs by the sophomore cast. 4 — ______________________________ When Buddy Answers An Ad”, the whole world was at his command including a free facial demonstration which he had'nt bargained for. 'pefrtucvuf Happy days crowded with parties. Class plays, operettas, declam; We cover ourselves with glory, And take our Navy exam. —John Barker 35 • SUN MON 1945 MARC Our cheerleaders—Pit, Tommy, and Maggie—pep up the frenzied crowd as the Cards pull the Winhawks to win in the semi-finals. A few moments later, Donnie Johnson snatched the ball from a Win hawk, dribbled down the floor, and sent the ball through the basket just as the game ended. Donnie's field goal up on won gamc in fa oyer time. Little Sharon Haugerud captivates the crowd of 4,100 at the regional tournament with her upside-down” cheer leading. The Cards have dinner at the Green Parrott Cafe in Rochester before the big championship game with Faribault. Tournament pageantry, rousing excitement. Cheerleaders, banners, and bands; We hail our basketball Champions, With bomb-bursting cheers from the stands! —John Barker • 36 Fifth Annual Honor Mi Apr,I 10 A total of 6 5 were honored by the school board Part of the group is seen above. -■1 J '7 o slice myset Clarence McKay as he confusion in his search for Mr. bolts muu«,. ___ s4 frul For work well done, at Honor Banquet, J____ We win Letters and Scholastic Awards; Reaping harvest for enduring endeavor— Happy memories to add to our hoards! —John Barker . 37 • Miss Beach checks oyer some bookkeeping exercises with Arlene Kohlmeyer and A rlene Olson. rht ]untor-Senior Prom of May 14, 1944 was the outstanding social event of our junior year we tripped the light fantastic to the tune of Otto Stock. in physics from hoys get a little spe just before exam time. ve senior r. Dunn so f fights, and music— Night of friendship with laughter made Greetings we remotely expected Are coming quite often our way. —John Barker The grads surrey alumni row” where their pictures wil benefit of those who follow after in our halls of learning. The local F. F. A. chapter procedure team won the state championship against t the University Farm. Left to Right, First Row: R. Sikkink, D. Johnson P H competition V. Michel; Second Row: C. McKay. B. Johnson, K. Harstad. A. Bigalk � arstadr dtrson, A Jr,s',. Ml An. Don Sikkink ’45 won the F. F. A. state speaking championship May 10. 1945 at the University Farm. A fine climax to a brilliant high school career! It netted Don a fine wrist watch as well. Harmony made a clean sweep of the regional speech contest at Rochester getting four superior” ratings. Don, Blaine, and Eleanore upheld the senior honors while Frances did the honors for the juniors. DISTRICT 8 MUSIC CONTEST May 5, 1945 Girls Glee Club Chamber Vocal Ensemble Vocal Solo, Blake Johnson Concert Band Chamber Woodwind Ensemble Flute Solo, Dorothy Watkins Baritone Solo, Eleanore Dennstedt Trombone Solo, Elizabeth Sechrist —Second Place in District— • (51 points out of possible 56) Keith Burmeister ’47 won the District I free-throw contest making twenty-two out of twenty-five shots good at the free throw line. Thus far our fortune keeps an upward course, nd we are grac’d with wreaths of victory. —Shakespeare • 39 • Owi We sincerely appreciate the loyal support of our advertisers who help to make this fine annual possible. BANKS Harmony State Hank First National Bank CAFES Harmony Cafe Dewey’s Cafe CLOTHING AND APPAREL The Style Shop Ruth Johnson’s Dry Goods Store Till .Vlorem's Toggery CREAMERY Harmonv Creamery and Locker Co. DAIRY Harmonv Dairy DENTISTS Dr. C. Selvig, D.D.S. Dr. F. V. Newell. D.D.S. DOCTOR Dr. J. P. Nehring, M.D. DRUG STORE L. O. Hanson Drug Store ELEVATOR Harmony Feed and Fuel FEED, COMMERCIAL Foxbilt Feed Hardware J. P. (Nick) Stiles, Prop. FEED MILL George A. Todd’s Feed Mill GAS AND OIL PRODUCTS “Pat” Patterson’s Skellv Service GROCERS Mayo’s RED OWL Store Johnson’s FAIRWAY Market HARDWARE White Bros. Hardware Yates’ OUR OWN HARDWARE IMPLEMENT DEALERS Morem Implement Company Todd Implement Company JEWELERS Tollefson’s Jewelry Store Josten Manufacturing Company LIVESTOCK BUYING Wickett Livestock Company LUMBER Harmony Lumber Company Prosper Lumber Company PHOTOGRAPHER Bue Studio and Gift Shop PUBLISHER (School Annual) W. A. Fisher Company, Virginia REFRESHMENTS Decorah Coca Cola Bottling Co. SHIPPING Harmony Shipping Association D. L. Bergey, Manager TAILOR AND DRY CLEANING John H. Brokken TAX, INSURANCE, Cr ACCOUNTING Clarence M. Austad THEATER Jem Theater The ag boys entertain US at their SeconJ Annual F. F. A. banquet March U, 1941. ______________________________________________________________ � 40 •________________ C. R. Simons, former ag instructor 1940-42, addrened the F. F. A. banquet. jubilation • • ' • 41 • Left to right, First Row: V. Michel, D. Morem, V. Haugerud, R. Rost-void, R. Kingsbury, D. Johnson, R. Crotty, N. Morem, R. McKenzie. K. Harstad, M. Elton. Second Row: Mr. Stephon, Asst. Coach, R. Johnson. R. Sikkink. D. Sikkink, R• Johnson, D. Drury, D. Heisterkamp. S. Roberts, L. Fishbaugher, K Burmeister. Mr. Moren, Coach. Third Row: D. Elton, G . Trusty, H. Harstad. G. Mich'l, M. Quanrud, E. S.kkink, L. Fa,thank, A. Johnson. The coaches diagnose the oppositions plays from the side lines. Bob Crotty cracks center in his usual style to get his man • 42 • im The Cards always looked neat in their cardinal colored suits with helmets to match. Twenty-seren players comprised the squad this past year. Seoaona .ec id HARMONY 0 - LEROY 6—In the non-conference opener, the Cards went down to defeat at the hands of a fast and experienced Leroy team by the score of 6 to 0. It was a moral victory for the Cards for Leroy boasted of having one of the best teams in District II. The lone tally for Leroy came late in the second quarter after the Cards’ steller half, Donnie Johnson, was removed from the game following an injury. HARMONY 0 - PRESTON 6—Before the largest crowd in Harmony’s football history, the Cards lost a thrilling homecoming contest to Preston, 6 to 0. It seemed that it was the strange hand of fate that kept the Cards from defeating the Bluejays for they were within the 5-yard line three times in the first half. The ball rested on Preston’s 1-foot line when half time was called. Preston’s winning touchdown came in the third quarter. HARMONY 0 - RUSHFORD 19—Smarting under two successive defeats after having played unusually fine ball, the Cards journeyed to Rushford where they battled the Trojans on even terms until late in the second quarter when the Trojans pushed over one touchdown to gain a 6 to 0 advantage at half time. Over-anxious to win in the second half, the Cards opened up—with two pass interceptions resulting in two easy touchdowns for Rushford and another loss 19 to 0. HARMONY 26 - SPRING GROVE 0—Not discouraged by a 19 to 0 defeat of the week before, the Cards entertained the visiting Grovers by trouncing them 26 to 0. Kingsbury started the scoring by cutting through right tackle for six points. In the second quarter, Dean Morem romped over from the eight yard line and Elton converted. Shortly thereafter, Neil Morem ran 75 yards for the third touchdown ending the half at 19 to 0. In the second half, Neil again scored with cousin Dean converting, making the score 26 to 0. From there on in, the substitutes took over amid plaudits of the crowd and did a grand job of holding the Grovers. HARMONY 14 - LANESBORO 7—In one of the finest games ever played by the Cards in recent years, the Harmony gridsters took the measure of the Burros on their home field by the perfect score of 14 to 7. It was a grueling, but well played game. The Burros scored in the first quarter and converted. In both cases, the ball was just nosed over the goal line. Not dismayed, the Cards tied up the score in the second quarter on Kingsbury’s off-tackle lunge with Dean Morem going over for the conversion. In the final quarter, Neil Morem plowed through center following a beautiful run by Crotty and then converted to give the Cards a 14 to 7 victory. HARMONY 6 - CALEDONIA 12—In a rough and tough contest, the Cyclones of Caledonia defeated the Cards with one minute to go. The visitors scored in the first quarter after the Cards fumbled the ball earlier in the quarter within Caledonia’s 5-yard line. In the second half, the Cards made a sustained 60-yard march to tie the score, 6-all. From thereon, the game see-sawed back and forth until the dying moments of the game when the Cyclones pushed over the winning score to avenge their defeat of a year ago. • 43 • Michel B. Hantad K. Hantad K. Burmeister ')' n WO ■o 88 -o T - © -J o £ 2 5 i £-� a 3 2. 05 —� ® C 03 O — O 2 2 2 3 O 3 2.3 3 0 “j c . o 3 rax a lea pe 86 1 1 3 3 O 0 - 3 3 X XX X ■a sia 5?? 22552qqii3=3333311iiii 3 86 . 1 “J 333 o o o 3 3 3 •x 'X x lilililllll IllIlIIII to to to .4-j m — • c y •3 S s t4 y 1 -§ MW MM W W . W'M Mwi � M — WWW- • 22 89 2.3 O'© P 2 C 3 •222 _ 3 (t « a§ 86 M - ° (C-J-l1 I C b 06 f r X 8SSS©«SgS rr v — _ � ' z. r 2 o-r0 W 3 -� O’ 1 O w T g Q i O 3 -� • 53 1 a3 a� a: ?o 1 : cd O : o X : i ® : X : rt : co IE; o c 3 3 |£2£c 3 %% -|2=|= g S - 3 _ 3. a 0 53 T 99 1 ; (t •x •J3 pc o ■3 1 3 X 'X w w HtSW w‘ ssSssssssss--— =° v ■ w- w _ p oo DISTRICT I CHAMPS 'jR.eyioa t Left to right. First Row: N. Morem, V. Haugerud. D. Sikkink, D. Johnson. R. Crotty, R. Rostvold, D. Morem. Second Row: R. Kingsbury, Mgr., V. Michel, J. Toddy K. Harstad, R. Sikkink. B. Harstad, K. Burmeister, Mr. Moren, Coach. PLUCKY B TEAM Left to right, First Row: N. Milne, C. Dennstedt, G. Copeman, M. Lange, H. Olson, D. Copeman, L. Milne. Second Row: R. Kingsbury, Mgr., L. Fair-bank, N. Haugerud, D. Drury, G. White, A. Staple-kamp, W. Ellis. K. White, Mr. Dunn, Coach. • 45 • He played the game — What finer epitaph can stand? Or who can earn a fairer fame When Time at last has called his hand? Regardless of the mocking roar. Regardless of the final score, To fight it out, raw blow for blow, Until your time has come to go On out beyond all praise or blame, Beyond the twilight’s purple glow, Where Fate can write against your name, This closing line for friend or foe: He played the game. —Grantland Rice Donnie scored, but Decorah won on a gift toss in the last 20 seconds 20 to 19. Dean sank a perfect set shot to ring up 2 more points for the Cards against Peterson. The Cards won 38 to 22. • 46 • • • ScM et alt Sea4o t4 Second f 944-45 It will be a long time before another Harmony quint will equal the great basketball record of the past season in which the Cards won 22 games while yielding five on very close margins. The Cards’ splendid record brought them through a successful season, a District I. championship, and into the finals of Region I. where they lost to a great Faribault team after a rugged battle before a crowd of more than 4,000 frenzied fans. The season’s record was most impressive and would have been more so if a siege of illness had not hampered the Cards at the close of the season. In the few games that the Cards lost, three were lost by margins of one point and one by four points. Perhaps the most sensational game of the year was the season’s finale in which Mabel snatched a Cardinal victory in the last five seconds of the game. The score was 25 to 24 in the Card’s favor when the ball was tied up underneath the Cards’ basket. In the din of the deafening noise of the cheering fans, that numbered 650, the Cards stepped back expecting a jump ball. Then, as if by instinct, Mabel’s ace threw the ball up at the basket from a lying position on the floor and to the amazement of everyone, the ball went through for the winning score, 26 to 25, and the conference championship. Mabel and Harmony had, up to the final game, been tied for the conference lead. To lose the conference championship in the final five seconds was a severe blow, but it only served to stiffen the Cards’ determination to press on for the district championship. After a rugged battle with the tall Peterson five, in the opening game of the district tournament, the Cards maintained a safe margin to win 34 to 31. In the semi-finals, the Cards gave the troublesome Caledonians a 32 to 23 triming to earn their way to another chance of playing Mabel, who in the semi-finals gave the Chat fielders a royal drubbing to stamp themselves as the sure champions of 1945. Few but loyal fans gave the Cards an outside chance to win against the clawing Wildcats of Mabel. However, the final game of the tournament was not more than eight minutes old when the 1,600 fans realized that the Cards were playing championship ball with the result that the Cards avenged their two earlier season defeats by giving the defending champions the worst defeat of the tournament 35 to 19. For the second time in three years, the Cards had won the district championship and the right to enter the regional. In the regional tournament, Faribault drew Austin and Harmony drew Winona. With Faribault having edged Austin by a 39 to 37 score, the 4,100 fans settled back to watch what many thought would be a lopsided scoring spree at the Cards’ expense. Contrary to all expectations, the Cards ran up 11 points in the first quarter while yielding but one point to Winona. The second quarter was a reversal of the first with the net result that both teams walked off the floor at half time with the score deadlocked at 11-all. In the third quarter, the Winhawks gained a 24 to 19 advantage and seemingly started off to safely protect it in the fourth quarter. The score was 26 to 19 with four minutes remaining when the Cards unleashed a devastating point-making barrage to run the score up to 29 to 27 in the Winonans favor. Then, Johnson, who had been ill the day before, with 3 seconds to go, snared the ball from the Winhawks and dribbled down for a set shot that went through for the tying score just as the buzzer ended the game. Johnson was fouled, but failed to make the gift toss good that would have ended the game in the Cards’ favor. What a spot to be in! In the overtime, Neil. Morem added a point on a free throw and then Johnson tallied to put the Cards ahead 32 to 29. With 40 seconds left, Winona scored, but the Cards stalled to win 32 to 31 in what sports writers described as drama with a capital D”. In the finals, the plucky Cards played the Faribault Falcons on pretty much even terms until the final quarter when the breaks seemed to go against the Cards after having held the rangy Falcons to a 25 to 20 score until deep in the final stanza. With the Cards substitutes in the game, the Falcons ran the score to 35 to 22 to end what all Harmony fans called the most successful season in Harmony’s basketball history. To have won two conference championships (runners-up once), two district tournament championships (runners-up once), and to have been a regional consolation winner once and runners-up once in regional play is not a record that can be easily matched by any small high school over a three year period. To have defeated two Big Nine teams in regional play is no small accomplishment. And so to a great team coached by a great coach, Roy W. Moren, we say Well done and let others try to duplicate that fine record.” • 47 • 7mfr S Tpro S°„%r lft - °PP c i u‘T„i i't° 'h’ c ' Canton, our old rival, took a 43 to 19 trimming before one of the largest crowds of the season. W ,.[ 1% iht the S« � !l'“ rt V l,J clt to g What a collection in three year si Seven trophies in basketball and the eighth, the regional trophy, not yet arrived . . . now neatly arranged in the trophy case. • 48 • (? 4n K£MCC teMt Here we pass in proud review. This Class of 43, Young, untried, eyes filled with dreams. Yet,—aware! alert! alive! We are the Army, the Navy, the Marine, The SPAR, the WAC, the WAVE, Citizens of a brave New World, We are the Unafraid! —John Barker