Hastings High School - Saxon Yearbook (Hastings, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1950 volume:

t 1 9 | I DOOMSDAY ! I L I HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL, Hastings Michigan Photography by Barth Studio, Melvin Jacobs, Richard Carl, Hastings, Michigan f Printing by Hastings Commercial Printers, Hastings, Michigan Engraving by John and Ollier Engraving Company, Chicago, Illinois L I 0 BOOK The Board From left to rijjht: Leo Demond. Howard Fro� t. Mildred Smith. A. B. Gwinn M. D.. Charles Faul. L. H. Lamb. The Board of Education began its first session with the election of new officers. Mrs. Homer Smith was elected president. Other officers were: Doctor A. B. Gwinn. secretary and Charles Faul, treasurer. Other members of the board are Mr. L. H. Lamb, Mr. Leo Demond, and Mr. Howard Frost. The new members were Mr. Lamb, who succeeded Mr. Van Buskirk, and Mr. Demond who was appointed to finish Mr. E. W. Parmalee’s term. The board meets once a month and at these meetings they disscuss the affairs of the school. Some discussion topics are: school inspection, operation, and finan- cing. Their job takes a considerable amount of time. Hastings has a board which is recognized as one of the finest in the state. We the students and residents of Hastings wish to commend you on your fine job. As the heavy doors of H.H.S. once again swung open to welcome the newcomers and oldtimers as well, it also opened the door to new friends and happy times that will never he forgotten. Along u’fth the freshies” were other new arrivals under the title of faculty. Mr. Moyer took his place in the music department directing vocal music and Miss Zuttemister, an Wisdom and Learning — Personified Standing left to right: Mr. L. V'andcrhrook. Mr. H. Reinhardt. Mr. B. Wither . Mr. H. Moyer, Mr. L. Hubert. Mr. W. Sim, Mr. R. Fowler. Mr. T. Knopf. Second row left to right: Mi � M. Britten. Mr . J. Sim. Mr. F. Jones. Mr. T. Gie . Mi A. Dontje, Mi� J. Smith. Mr. C. Damton. Mr. 1.. Hinc. First row left to right: Miss M. Zuttermeister. Miss E. McElwain. Mi � R. Robson. Mr. E. Taylor. Mi � Y. Smith, Miss J. Burkle. Top Picture; left to right: R. Fowler. H. Reinhardt, J. Sim, and A. Turkal. Middle left: L. Vanderbrook, T. Gie . Middle right: Y. Smith, A. Dontje. J. Burkle. Bottom picture; left to right: J. Smith. R. Robson, M. Zuttemeister. M. Britten. The school year of 1949 and 1950 brought with it three new teachers to Has- tings High. They were Mr. Herbert Moyer, as head of the vocal department. Miss Zuttcrmister as a teacher of English, American History, and geography, and Mrs. Burkle who now stands at the head of the home economics department. With the new teachers accustomed to the school and the students, the faculty began to carry out the job they were hired to do. teach the students! Teaching was not their only activity, as many of the teachers participated in the “Spotlight,” and even those who did not participate were in some way con- nected with its production. Although we might not show it, we are, very grateful to them for passing their knowledge along to us. alumna of old H.H.S., returned to high school this year to teach English and geography. Down in the kitchen and sewing room was another new face, that of Mrs. Burkle. Another face which was new hut which very quickly became a part of the school was Mr. L. H. Lamb, our superintendent. Mr. Lamb, from Manitowoc, Wisconsin, took Mr. D. A. YanBuskirk’s place For the Students, By the Students Top Picture. Front Row; left to right: B. Cortright. G. Finnic. J. McWebb. J. Winger Jen. P. Peter , and R. Silvernail. Second Row: A. Miller. C. Herman, S. Fountain. L. Johnton. L. A. Scobey. and M. Steinke. Third Row: G. Compton. A. BcUilo, Mr. Taylor, advisor. J. Myer . E. To- bia . and A. Voisard. Middle Picture. Front Row; left to right: N. Sinclair. C. Annable. F. Whit- worth, J. McWebb. K. Baulch. and G. Finnic. Back Row: J. Radford, Mr. Taylor, ad- visor, and K. Hampton. Bottom Picture. At table; left to right: J. MacArthur. D. Trinklcin. C. Her- man, J. Moore. N. Barrett, and S. Fountain. Standing: D. Hull. A. New- ton. M. L. Kaechele. N. Crawly, M. Gillespie, M. J. Andrus. L. Compton. J. Johnson. C. Case. J. Keller, and Miss Zutermcister. advisor. The Girls League Board was advised by Miss Zuttermiester, and under the leadership of Joan Herman, President; Jean Moore, Vice President; and Lenore Compton, Secretary-Treasurer. They performed various activities, among them were: refurnishing the girls room, a winter style show, a pep assembly, and an all school mixer. The Boys Union Council, with President, Jack McWebb; Vice President Ken Hampton; Sergeant at Arms, Norval Sinclair, sponsored a pep assembly and joined with the Girls League Board in sponsoring a winter style show. This organization was advised by Mr. Taylor. The Faculty Student Council, advised by Mr. Taylor, was under the leadership of Mayor Bill Cortright. Although this organization did not undertake any major projects this year, it did work hard to straighten out some of the smaller problems. Toward the end of the year, there was a definite improvement in the general at- titude of the school, thanks to the efforts of our own self government. after his retirement. The building and faculty both looked bright and shiny, ready for another year's grind, and Mr. Taylor was in his office as usual, but this year we no longer bothered him for excuses but battled our absences out with our homeroom teachers. Classes were organized and were represented on the student governing bodies. £e iia id. Class of 1950 Colors Motto Flower Blue and Gold Today we follow; tomorrow we lead. White Rose MIDCENTURY MARVELS I was awakened one morning early in the fall, as the school doors opened beholding a new Fresh- men Class. There were one hundred and ninety- eight of them and I could tell that they were nervous and a little scared. The first thing they seemed to talk about was elections, and after petitions had been filed away the big day came. Gordon Finne came out of the battle as President; Jean Moore was elected Vice-President; Joan Slo- cum was chosen Secretary; and Jack Wingerden held the Money-Guard position. The first semester brought football into the limelight. I heard favorable comments about Jack Wingerden and the comments proved to be true as he was stepped ahead to the varsity. At the end of those first nineteen weeks, the Freshmen were a little more at ease and elections were in the air again. The results as I heard them were: Chuck Annablc, President; Jim Rad- ford. Vice-President; Jean Moore, Secretary; and Bill Cortright, Treasurer. As the football uniforms were being packed away the sports light turned to basketball. Rumor had it that Gordon Finnic, Jack Wingerden, and Kingsley Baulch looked good on the hardwoods. As the snow melted there was considerable activity out on the track and baseball fields. Jack Mc- Wcbb and Charles Annable showed the makings of top cindermen as they paced the class to a W.C.L. championship. On the ball field. Rick Cunningham and Bob Schreiner proved to be bright spots. Blanche Bclsito was the only Fresh man to make the checrlcading squad. I couldn’t help but hear the groans and moans of the Freshmen as they worked on the compulsory declamation contest. After the smoke cleared away, I was proud to discover that Bonnie Single- ton received second in the contest. I was also very proud of the five Freshmen who achieved all “A” records for the semester. They were Charles Ann- able, Louise Clark, Margaret Dutterer, Nancy Jaynes, and Evelyn Gwinn. As the summer days appeared and school ended for another year, I felt as if the Freshmen were starting to feel at ease as they worked and played here at H.H.S. Soon fall rolled around again and the school bells resumed their duty of calling students to classes. I enjoyed seeing the new Sophomores go about their work in a bit more confident manner than they did the previous fall. Norman Barry was elected President of the class; Mary Steinke was chosen Vice-President; Marcia Gaskill, Secretary; and Norval Sinclair. Treasurer. Football came and went as usual, and Kingsley Baulch, Jack Wingerden, and Jim Radford rec- eived hard-worked for letters. Hugh Wright added speed to the cross country team. The reserve basketball team looked terrific as they again won the W.C.L. reserve crown. Sophomores looking good were Frank Whitworth. Jack Wingerden, and Kingsley Baulch. Bonnie Singleton won a letter in cheerleading while Anne Feldpausch. Blanche Belsito, and Elaine Beckwith helped out plenty. The first semester flew by and the Sophomores found themselves electing new officers again. The girls decided to handle the class affairs as Marcelle Gillespie was elected President; Bonnie Singleton, Vice-President; Lou Anne Scobcy, Secretary; and Sue Harrington, Treasurer. Bonnie Singleton and Roberta Silvernail took first and second places respectively in the decla- mation contest. I was very proud of them for so capably representing their class in that particular field. Spring sports came and went with many Soph- omores looking good. Jack McWebb, Jack Win- gerden, and Charles Annable won letters as Sophomore cindermen, while Bob Schreiner, Frank Whitworth, and Ray Miller received letters in baseball. Gordon Finnic and Jim Radford won golf letters. All in all I thought the Sophomores were well represented in spring sports. Although the year had not been too eventful for the class of “50,” they were in fine order to take their places as upper-classmen. With not much regret summer came and the school doors banged closed for another much needed vacation. It might have been that vacation that did it, but at any rate, I noticed quite a change in the new Juniors as they took their places as upper- classmen. They seemed to have an air of dignity as they resumed their business about school. To prove my last statement, they chose a fine set of officers to lead the class. Jack McWebb was elec- ted President; Frank Whitworth, Vice-President; Bonnie Singleton, Secretary; and Norval Sinclair, Treasurer. Starting sports off with a bang ten Juniors earned letters on the grid-iron, and Hugh Wright carried the Junior colors on the cross country team. Elaine Beckwith was elected to the captaincy of the cheerleading squad, and was helped out by such able girls as Anne Feldpausch, Bonnie Singleton, Blanch Bclsito, and Barbara Burchett. Immedi- ately after football season, attention was turned to the hardwoods and at the close of the cage season, Ken Hampton, Frank Whitworth, Kingsley Baulch, Jack Wingerden, and Arkie Meinert were awarded letters. Joan Slocum and Sue Harrington proved to be “hot shots” on the G.A.A. and noon hour teams, as the showed that girls can really play basketball too. To lead the Juniors through the important second semester, the students re-elected Jack Mc- Webb for President. The other officers were: Bon- nie Singleton, Vice-President; Eleanor Stadel, Secretary; and Charles Annable, Treasurer. It sure sounded to me like the students were having fun at the Sock-Hop. The Juniors spon- sored the affair which turned out to be one of the year’s outstanding dances. No one was allowed in the gym with shoes on, but nevertheless, every- one got a big kick out of it! Spring sports were in the air as the crack of the ball bat and the starting gun could be heard. The Junior Class was well represented on the track and ball fields and from what I heard the boys really were working on their respective sports. Out on the tennis courts, Kingsley Baulch, Don Skinner and Bill Cortright did a fine job as they helped the newly started tennis team to win the W.C.L. crown. On the rolling greens of the Hastings Country Club, Gordon Finnic and Dick Johnson represented the Juniors’ golf talents. Gor- don, who snot good golf, was honored by the team when he was elected captain. After much debate over what their first stage production should be. the class finally agreed on “You Can’t Take It With You” as the one to be used. The play turned out to be a huge success and the cast of nineteen really enjoyed putting it on. In a more serious aspect of school life, eight Juniors were elected to the William T. Wallace Chapter of the National Honor Society. But al- ways being able to mix fun with their studies, the Juniors did a terrific job on the annual J-Hop. An Old Dutch Garden” was used as the theme and proved to be a grand finale to the class’s social affairs for the year. “Three down and one to go,” was the general feeling among many of the Seniors as they re- turned for their last year at H.H.S. The all-school officers, who had met during the summer, had planned an eventful year and Fall started off with a bang of enthusiasm. Heading the all school government was Bill Cortright in the office of Mayor. Mary Steinke, Archie Voisard, L. D. Becker, and Jack Wingerden filled the commis- sion offices as Public Service Chief, Traffic Man- ager, Sanitary Commissioner, and Chief Justice, respectively. The Seniors got off to a good start by electing Gordon Finnic as President of the class. The other officers were: Bob Schriener, Vice-President; Roberta Silvernail, Secretary; and Lou Anne Sco- bey. Treasurer. As the noise of the first few weeks’ confusion died away, the sounds of football practice could be heard from Johnson Field. The Saxon gridders played a tough schedule and some real football was witnessed by local fans. Ray Miller and Jim Radford, who had been elected co-captains prior to the season’s opening proved to be fine grid-iron leaders. Thirteen Seniors were awarded letters at the close of the season. On the cross country front Bill Cortright and Myron Hawkins carried Seniors’ colors. After many hours of hard running over hill and dale. Bill and Myron were awarded letters. To start the year’s all-school dances off, the Seniors sponsored a gay affair entitled “Harvest Moon.” Dancing in an environment of corn stalks and pumpkins proved a good time for those pre- sent. I was mystified one morning by the appearance of many distinquished men and women in the halls. I later learned that these persons repre- sented the various colleges and universities of Michigan. They were at FI.H.S. to provide counsel for those graduates thinking about a college edu- cation. The day was called, “College Day” and many problems were solved in the minds of those participating. The next event on the class calendar was the Senior play. Bonnie Singleton, Marcelle Gillespie, and Bill Cortright played the leading roles in the fine production, “Anne of Green Gables.” They were supported by a talented cast of eleven. The play was a huge success and credit should be given to Mr. Moyer, who did a great job of direc- ting. It wasn’t long before the first semester slipped into history and I heard that Evelyn Gwinn again led the class with an all “A record. The last semester for the class of “50” started as they reinstated their faith in Gordon Finnic by electing him President. Other officers were: Ken Hamp- ton, Vice-President; Marcia Gaskill, Secretary; and Bob Schreiner, Treasurer. Basketball, which was by now in full swing provided some real thrilling games for the spec- tators, as the Saxons battled to a third place tie in the W.C.L. Just before the District Tourney, Jack Wingerden was honored by his mates when they elected him captain. Spring brought many boys into the sports light. Chuck Annable was elected to captain the Saxon cindermen while Kingsley Baulch was chosen net captain. The golf team elected Gordon Finnie to lead the boys down the links, but as the decision was rather difficult, the baseball team hadn't elected a captain as we went to press. Of course spring also brought the annual J-Hop and those long awaited Senior privileges. Lots of those free hours were spent in practicing for class night and marching down the aisle for diplomas, but the Seniors didn’t seem to mind in the least. It wasn’t long before June 2 was here and that morning when all the Seniors were home in bed, many thoughts came back to me. Yes, I had followed another class through four years of work and play. I had seen them make their appearance as Fresh- men. I had seen them advance each year to finally take their place as the seventy fourth graduating class of H.H.S. I had known about those close ball games, those new boy and girl friends. I had heard about those good times down at the corner drug store and about all those dances and parties. I had seen the report cards each semester and in many cases had been proud of them. Yes, at last, June 2, 1950, was here and I would soon see one hundred and twenty Seniors march out of this high school, and over to Central Auditorium for the last time. They would soon have their diplo- mas, and be stepping out to take their places as educated citizens in our great country. They may become doctors, lawyers, scientists farmers, or businessmen and women, but no matter what, I doubt if the memories of the past four years will ever be forgotten by any of them. by Echo Ing Halls Margaret M. Allerding — Mert — G.G.C. 3, 4: Band 3, 4. Clubs: Know Hastings I, 4; French 2; F.H.A. 3. Charles R. Annable—Chuck — Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, mgr. 4; Track 1, 2, 3, capt. 4; Tennis 4; “You Can’t Take It With You ’ comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; Spot- light cast, script writer 2, 4; F.S.C. 1; B.U.C. 4; Class pres. 1; Class treas. 3; Hi-Y 3, pres. 4. Imogene Asplund — Jeanie — N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Par- ties I; Girls Shop 2; Know Hastings, reporter 4. Glen D. Barnum — Whimpy—Baseball 2; Track 3; Clubs: Outdoor 1, 4; Gun 2; Archery 3. Edward L. Barrett — Ed — Graduated in January. Norman E. Barry —Norm — Track 3; F.S.C. 1, 2; B.U.C. 2; Class pres. 2; J-Hop comm.; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Judo 1; F.F.A. 2, reporter 3, treas. 4. Robert D. Barry - Bob — Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2; B.G.C. 3; Choir 4; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; Spotlight cast 4. Clubs: Outdoor, sec.-treas. 1; F.F.A. 2, 3, 4. Richard H. Bassett - Dick — Clubs: Riding 1; F.F.A. 3, Sweepstake win- ner 2, 4. George Kingsley Baulch—Kinny—Foot- ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 2; Golf 2; Tennis 3, capt. 4; Track 1, 2; Band 1, 2; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; B.U.C. 4. Clubs: Judo 1, 2; Listeners 3; Canasta, sec-treas. 4. L. D. Becker — Dee—Football 2; Track 2, 3; “You Can’t Take It With You” chm. comm. 3; Sanitary comm. 4; F. S.C. 4. Clubs: Fly Tyers, pres. 1; Judo 2; Gun 4. Marian Becker - Beck — Muskegon St. Jean’s 3; G. A.A. 1; G.G.C. I, 2; Y-Teens 4. Clubs: usher 1; Pep 2; Songsters 4. Elaine A. Beckwith — Becky — G.A.A. 1, 2; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; G.L.B. 2; J-Hop comm.; Cheerleading 2, 4, capt. 3; Y-Teens 4; Doomsday staff 4: Clubs: Usher; Pep 2, 4, vice pres. 3; Publications 4. Blanche L. Belsito — Lucy — G.A.A. 1, 2, 3; G.G.C. 2, 3; Choir 3, 4; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 3; Spotlight cast 3, 4; F.S.C. 2; J-Hop comm.; Fortnight staff 4; Cheerleading 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 4; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Music 1; Pep 3, 4, treas. 2. Marjorie E. Blough — Marge — G.A.A. 1, 2; G.G.C. 2; “You Can’t Take It With You” chm. comm. 3; ‘Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4: Spotlight cast 1, 2, 4, script WTiter 3; J-Hop comm.; Doomsday staff 4; Fortnight staff 4; Y-Teens 3, 4. Clubs: Bridge I; Usher 2; Pep 2, 3; Publications 4. Sally M. Brandstetter — Brandy — G.A.A. I, 2; G.G.C. 3; ‘You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm 4; Spotlight cast 1; J-Hop comm.; Fortnight staff 4; Y-Teens 3, 4. Clubs: Bridge 1, 3; Pep 2; Publications 4. Gloria A. Brockway—Glor — Ci.A.A. 1, 2; “Anne of Green Gables,” chm. comm. 4; Spotlight cast 2; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, treas. 4. Clubs: Bridge 1; Pep 2, 3; Square Dance 4. Belva M. Bryans — Belv — Clubs: Know Hast- ings 1; Girls Shop 2; Listeners 3; Square Dance 4. Neva M. Bryans — Rheba — G.A.A. 1, 2; Debate 3; You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables, comm. 4; Spotlight cast 1, 2, chm. comm. 3; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 4. Clubs: Parties 1; Dramatics 2, 3; Pep 4. Phyllis A. Bugbce — Bug — G.G.C. 2; Choir 3, 4; Anne of Green Gables” 4. Clubs: Riding 1; Know Hastings 2; Listeners 3; Songsters 4. Clarence Jr. Bump — Bumpy — Track 1. 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 2, 3; B.G.C. 2; Band 1, 2, 3. Clubs: Gun 1, 4; Know Hastings 2; Checker 3. Barbara L. Bur- chett— Barb — Entered from Nashville 2; G.G.C. 2; Choir 3, 4; Sextette 3; Cheerieading 3, 4. Clubs: Bridge 1, treas. 4; Pep 2, 3. James A. Cadwallader —Jim—Clubs: Know Hastings 1; Chess and Check- ers 3, vice pres. 2. Joan M. Cain — Jo — G.G.C. 1, 2, 3. Clubs: Know Hastings 1; Square Dance 2, 3. Norma R. Cain — Shorty — Clubs: Girl’s Shop 1; Pep 2; Know Hastings, treas. 4. Phyllis M. Cheeseman — Phil — Spotlight cast 4. Clubs: Par- ties 1; F.H.A. 2, 3, sec. 4. Gerald W. Clark—Clay- ton — Football 1, 2; Basketball 1; Track 1, 2, 3; Choir 3, 4. Clubs: Judo 1; Gun 2. Carlton E. Coats—Cal — You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; Doomsday staff, business mgr. 4; N.H.S. 3, pres. 4. Clubs: Judo 1, 2; Gun. set . 3; Publications 4. Lawrence E. Conklin — Tex — Baseball 2; Track 3; B.G.C. 4. Clubs: Outdoor 1; Gun 2; F.F.A. 4, sweepstake winner 3. Robert H. Conrad — Bob — B.G.C. 4. Clubs: Chess and Checkers 1; Archer)' 2; Cards 3; Songsters 4. William E. Cortright — Willy — Football I, 2, 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Cross Country 4; Tennis 3, 4; De- bate 3, 4; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; Spotlight cast 2, comm. chm. 3, script writer 4; Mayor 4; Traffic comm. 1; F.S.C. 1, chm. 4; B.U.C. 1, 4; Class treas. 1; J-Hop comm.; Fortnight staff 3, sports editor 4; Hi-Y 3, treas. 4; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Station H.H.S. I; Publications 2, 3, 4. Roderick Cunningham — Rod — Football 1, 2; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 4. Clubs: Pedro 1; F.F.A. 2; Chess and Checkers 3; Gun 4. Donald L. Daven- port— Don — Entered from I nsing Sexton 4; Spot- light cast 4. Clubs: Canasta 4. Helen A. Demond — Butch — J-Hop comm. Clubs: Know' Hastings 1; Girl’s Shop 2; Square Dance 3; Pep 4. Edward L. Depew — Ed—Clubs: Outdoor 1; Judo 2; Archery 3; Gun 4. Lottie L. Douglass—Lot—Clubs: F.H.A. 1, Z 3, 4. Thomas D. Drum—Tom — Choir 3; “Peg O’ My Heart” 2; “You Can’t Take It With You;” Spot- light cast 2, 3, script writer 4; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Dramatics 2; Square Dance 3; Publications 4. Margaret J. Dutterer — Margay — Spotlight cast 2; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens, vice pres. 4; N.H.S. 3, vice pres. 4; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4. Clubs: Usher I; Bridge 2; Know Hastings 3; Pep 4. Kenneth R. Evans — Ken — Track I, 2. Clubs: Fly Tyers I; Gun 2; Archery 3; Know Hastings 4. Anne K. Feld- pausch—Annie — G.A.A. 1, 2; Cheerleading 2, 3, 4; G.G.C. 2; Choir 4; “You Cant Take It With You,” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” student mgr. 4; Spotlight cast 3; Y-Teens 3, 4; H-Hop comm.; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Music 1; Pep 2, 3, 4; Publications 4. Gordon M. Finnie — Doc — Foot- ball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1; Golf 2, 3, 4; Tennis 3, 4; Band 1, 4; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; Spotlight cast 2, 3, 4; F.S.C. 1, 2, 4; B.U.C. 3. 4, sec. I; Class pres. I, 4; J-Hop comm.; Doomsday staff 4; Fortnight staff 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4. Clubs: Camera I; Radio, sec 2; Publications 3; Canasta, pres. 4. Shirley B. Freeland — Belle — G.A.A. I, 2; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4. G.G.C. 1, 2; Choir 4; Spotlight cast 3; Athletic treas. 4; F.S.C. 4; J-Hop comm.; Doomsday staff 4; Fortnight staff 4; Y-Teens 3, sgt. of arms 4. Clubs: Bridge 1; Pep 2, 3; Public- ations 4. Robert L. Freese — Corner — Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Spotlight cast 4; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4. Clubs: Card 1; Gun 2; Listeners, pres. 3; Gun, reporter 4. June L. Gable—Reel—J-Hop Comm. Clubs: Usher 1; Girl’s Shop 2; Know' Hastings 3; Square Dance 4. Marcia A. Gaskill— Little Maggie — G.G.C. 1; Choir 2, 3, 4; Sexetette 1, 2, 3; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; G.L.B. 1; Class sec. I, 4; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, 4: Clubs: Music 1; Pep 2, 3; Publications 4 Martha J. Gellar — Marta — “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 4. Clubs: Camera 1; Personal Grooming 2; Book, vice pres. 3; Publications 4. Marcelle U. Gillespie— Marcie— B.G.C. 1, 2; Choir 3, 4; Sexe- tette 2, 3; Debate 3, 4; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; Spotlight cast, script writer 3, 4, gen. chm. 4; F.S.C. 2; Traffic comm. 3; G.L.B. 1, 4; Class pres. 2; J-Hop comm.; Y'-Tecns 3, 4; N.H.S. 3, sec. 4. Clubs: Pedro 1; Cards 2; Bridge, pres. 3; Songsters 4. Alice I. Gordon —Sally — Clubs: Horse 1; Wood Shop 2; Know Hastings 3; Book and Poetry 4. Jack C. Gregory — Greg — Entered from Battle Creek 3; Football 3, 4; B.G.C. 4; Choir 3. 4; Hi-Y 3, 4. Clubs: Gun, reporter 3. Evelyn R. Gwinn — Evey — G.A.A. 1. ass’t mgr. 3; Debate 3, 4; Extem- pore 3; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; Spotlight cast 1, 2, 3, 4, script writer 3, 4, chm. comm.; Fortnight editor 4; Y-Teens 3, sec. 4; N.H.S. 3, 4. Clubs: Riding 1; Bridge 2, 3; Publications 4. Dale M. Hammond — Stub — Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1. Clubs: F.F.A. 2, 3, sent. 4. Kenneth G. Hampton— Ken — Football I, 2, 3, 4 ;Basketba!l 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3; Ciolf 4; Band I. 2, 3; “You Can’t Take It With You” chm. comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables.” chm comm. 4; Spotlight cast 3, 4; F.S.C. 1, 2, 4; B.U.C. 3, sgt. of arms 4; Class vice pres. 4; J-Hop comm.; Fortnight staff 4; Hi-Y 3, 4. Clubs: Station H. H.S. 1; Radio 2; Varsity 3. sec. 4. Leslie J. Hawr- thome — I.es— G.A.A. 1, 2; B.G.C. 3, 4; Choir 4; Band 1, 2, 3; “Anne of Green Gables” chm. comm. 4; Spotlight cast 3, 4; G.L.B. 1; J-Hop comm.; Clubs: Riding 2, pres. 1; Archery, vice pres. 3; Canasta, reporter 4. Sue D. Harrington — Flash — G.A.A. I, mgr. 2, 4, ass’t mgr. 3; Band 2, 3, 4; G.L.B. 1; Class treas. 2. Clubs: Riding 1; Girls Shop 2; Listeners, vice pres. 3. Mildred M. Hawthorne Millie — Spotlight cast, script writer 4. Clubs: Parties, sec. 1; Usher 2; F.H.A. 3, treas. 4. Rosezetta M. Haywood — Rosie — J-Hop comm.; Clubs: Parties, pres. 1; Cards 2; Bridge 3; Know Hastings, sec. 4. Lois J. Hefflebower — Jo — G.G.C. 2, 3; Band 2, 3, 4. Clubs: Camera 2; P.H.A. 3; Square Dance 4. Joan D. Herman — Joanie — Choir 2, 3, 4; “You Can’t Take It With You 3; Anne of Green Gables” 4; G.LB. pres. 4; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, 4; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Music 1; Pep, sec. 3; Publications 4. Ruthanne M. Herzel — Ruth — G.G.C. 1. 2, 3; Choir 4. Clubs: Riding 1, 2; F.H.A. 3; Square Dance 4. Paul H. Hoffman — Stinky — You Can’t Take It With You” 3. Clubs: Outdoor, vice pres. 1; Gun 2, 4; Archery 3. Elizabeth A. Ingram — Betty — J-Hop comm.; You Can’t Take It With You” comm. 3. Clubs: Knitting I; Personal Grooming 2; Book 3. Evelyn E. James — Evie — G.A.A. 1, 2; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, 4. Clubs: Usher 1, sec.-treas. 3; Fishing 2; Square Dance 4. Nancy L. Jaynes — Nan — Spotlight cast 2, 3; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, 4; N.H.S. 3, 4; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 4. Clubs: Usher I; Bridge 2; Know Hastings 3; Pep 4. Richard C. Johnson — Dick — Track 2; Golf 3; Band I, 2, 3, 4; Spotlight cast 1; I omsday Staff 4. Clubs: Gun 1, 2; Model sec. 3, pres. 4. William M. Keech — Bill — Foot- ball 1, 2; Baseball I, 2. Clubs: Judo 1; F.F.A. 2, 3, 4, William Jr. Kidder — Bill — Spotlight cast I. Clubs: Chess and Checkers 1; F.F.A. 2, 3, 4. Catherine L. Loftus — Kate — Attended Freeport High School 3; G.A.A., mgr. 1; F.S.C. 1; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Personality 1; Square Dance 4. Anita V. Mc- G'.ocklin— Blondie — G.A.A. 1, 2; Band 1, 2, 3; G.LB. 3; Y-Teens 3, 4. Clubs: Fishing 2; Square Dance 3; Pep 4. Beryl M. McLeod —Little Ears — G.G.C. 3; Choir 4; Anne of Green Gables” 4; Spotlight cast 3, 4; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Know Hast- ings I; F.H.A. 2, vice pres. 3; Bridge, pres. 4. Doris E. McMurray — Dot tie — G.G.C. 3, 4. Clubs: Know Hastings 4. John C. McWebb — Pickie- Football 2, 3. 4; Track 1. 2, 3, 4; You Can’t Take It With You gen. chm. 3; Anne of Green Gables” 4; Spot- light cast 3, 4; F.S.C. 2, 3, 4; B.U.C. 3, pres. 4; Class pres. 3; J-Hop comm.; Hi-Y 3, 4. Clubs: Outdoor 1; Gun 2; Varsity 3, reporter 4. Marilyn J. Martin — Jolly —G.G.A. 1, 2; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; G.LB. 2; Y- Teen 3, 4. Clubs: Knitting 1, treas.4; Fishing 2; Book 3. Clarence Martz. Jr. — Clarie—Track 2; B.G.C. 2, 3; Choir 1, 2, 3; F.S.C. I; Clubs: Judo I, 2; Gun 3; Songsters 4. Daniel Mathews — Withdrew before graduation. Robert E. Maurer—Bob—Clubs: Chess and Checkers 1; Camera 2; Bridge 3, 4. Arkie D. Meinert—Ark—Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 2; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Drum major 2, 4; Spotlight cast 2, 3; F.S.C. 1. Clubs: Fly Tyers 1; Camera, vice pres. 2; Model pres. 3, sec. 4. Ray T. Miller—Toma- toes— Football 2. 3, co-capt. 4; Basketball 2, mgr. 4; Baseball I, 2, 3, 4; B.CJ.C. 1, 4; Choir 3; Justice comm. 3; Hi-Y 4. Clubs: Riding 1; F.F.A. 2. sent. 3, vice pres. 4. Marilyn D. Moan—Skippy—G.G.C. 4; Spotlight script writer 4. Clubs: Sewing 3; Books and Movies 3; Know Hastings 4. Ruth L. Moe — Red — Clubs: Knitting 1; F.H.A. 2; Know Hastings 3; Book and Poetry 4. Emma Jean Moore — Shorty — G.A.A. 1, 2; G.G.C. 3; Choir 4; “You Can’t Take It With You”, comm. 3; F.S.C. 4; G.L.B. vice pres. 4; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; Public Service comm. 4; Class pres. I, sec. 1; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, 4; Dooms- day staff 4; Fortnight staff 4. Clubs: Bridge 1, 2; Pep 3; Publications 4. Meryl L. Peake — Peanuts — Clubs: Card 1; Gun 2. 3. 4. Norman M. Quick — Norm — Clubs: Outdoor 1; Judo 2; Archery 3; Gun 4. James W. Radford—Jim — Football 1, 2, 3, co- capt. 4; Baseball 1, 2, 4; Golf 2, 4; Band 1; Spot- light cast 1; Justice comm. 3; F.S.C. 1; B.U.C. 4; Class vice pres. 1; Hi-Y 3. Clubs: Judo 1; Gun 2; Varsity 3, treas. 4. Shirley L. Rau—Dimples — G.I..B. 2; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: F.H.A. 2; Usher, pres. 3; Know Hastings, vice pres. 4. Mary L. Reynolds — Spud — N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Know Hastings 1; Girls Shop 2; Listeners 3; Square Dance 4. Maxine I. Reynolds — Mac — G.G.C. 3; Choir 4; Band 2; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Parties 1; Pep 2; Square Dance 3; Bridge 4. Harold A. Roberts — Mike — Football 1; Basketball 1, 2; Track 3, 4; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; National F.F.A. Convention 4; Ag-He ass’t. mgr. 3, mgr. 4. Clubs: Judo 1; F.F.A. 2, 3, pres. 4. Donna M. Robinson — G.G.C. 1, 2; Choir 3, 4. Clubs: Knitting 1; Know Hastings 2, 4. Barbara Sackett — Bobbie — Entered from Battle Creek Academy 4; Choir 4. Clubs: Songsters 4. Robert D. Schreiner—Bob — Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 4; Choir 2, 4; Class vice pres. 4, treas. 4; Hi-Y 3, 4. Clubs: Outdoor, treas. 1; F.F.A. 2. 3. 4. Lou Anne Scobey — Scob — G.A.A. I, 2; Ci.Ci.C. 3; Choir 4; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; ‘‘Anne of Green Gables, comm. 4; Spotlight cast 3; F.S.C. 1, 4; G.L.B. I; Class sec. 3, treas. 4; I-Hop comm.; N.H.S. 4; Doomsday staff 4; Fort- night feature editor 4; Y-Teens 3, 4. Clubs: Bridge 1; Pep, sec. 2, treas. 3; Publications 4. Robert P. Seay — Bob—Football mgr. 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball mgr. 2; Basketball mgr. 1, 2, 3; B.G.C. 1, 2, 4; Choir I. Clubs: Chess and Checkers 1; Know Hastings 3, 4. Katherine R. Shellenbarger — Kate — G.G.C. 1; Choir 2; Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; Spot- light cast 2; Y-Teens 4; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Know Hastings 1, 3; Dramatics, sec.-treas. 2; Pep, vice pres. 4. Alice Elaine Seeber — Toady — Clubs: Parties 1; Know Hastings 2; Listeners 3. Norma G. Sherman — Norm — G.A.A. 1, 2; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; F.S.C. 2; G.L.B. 2; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 4; Cheerleading 4. Clubs: F.H.A. 2, reporter 3; Pep 4. Dorothy L. Shurlow — Dot — G.G.C. 4. Clubs: Bridge 1; Pedro 2; Know Hastings 3; Square Dance 4. Roberta L. Silvernail — Fntered from Wyoming 2; Band 3, 4; Debate 2, 3; Declamation 2; Oratory 3; Spotlight cast, comm. 2, 3; F.S.C. 4; Class sec . 4. Clubs: French, pres. 3; Listeners, reporter 3; Cam- era, pres. 4. Joyce M. Sinclair — Blondie — J-Hop comm. Clubs: Parties 1; Girls’ Shop 2; Know Hast- ings 3; Square Dance 4. Norval E. Sinclair — Red — Football 2, 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4; Cross Country 4; Spotlight cast 4; F.S.C. 3; B.U.C., vice pres. 4; Class treas. 2, 3; Hi-Y 4; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3. Clubs: Fly Tyers 1; Judo 2; Gun 3, treas. 4. Bonnie L. Singleton — Bon — Cheerlead- ing 2, 3, capt. 4; G.G.C. 1; Choir 2, 3, 4; Declama- tion 1, 2; “You Can’t Take It With You, chm. comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; Spotlight cast 2; F.S.C. 2, 3; G.L.B. treas. 3; Class vice pres. 2, 3; Class sec-. 2; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Usher 1; Pep 2, 3. reporter 4. Donald J. Skinner — Skin — Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3; Tennis 3, 4; Choir 4; Band 1, 2; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; Spotlight cast, script writer 3, 4; Traffic comm. 4; J-Hop comm.; Fortnight advertising editor 4; Doomsday staff 4. Clubs: Radio 1; Publications 2, 3, 4. Janet M. Slocum -Jan — G.G.A. 1, 2; You Can’t 'Lake It With You” comm. 3; Anne of Green Gables,” chm. comm. 4; Spotlight cast 1, 2; G.L.B. 1; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Riding I; Fishing, pres. 2; Archery, sec. treas. 3; Square Dance 4. Joan M. Slocum — Spark — G.G.A. 1, 2; “You Can’t Take It With You.” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; Spotlight cast 1; Class sec-. 2; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Riding I; Fishing sec. 3; Arch- ery 3; Square Dance 4. Kenneth E. Sprague — Ken — Clubs: Fly Tyers 1; Gun 2, prs. 4; Archery 3. Eleanor A. Stadel — Ellie — G.G.C. I; F.S.C. 3; G.L.B. 3; Class sec 3; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3. Clubs: Knitting 1; Personal Grooming 2; F.H.A. 3, pres. 4. Jeanne E. Staffcn - Jeanie — Ag-He gen. chm. 4. Clubs: Usher 1; F.H.A. 2, treas. 3, vice pres. 4. Mary L. Steinke —Mare — G.A.A. 1. 2; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; Spotlight cast 1, 3; Public Service Chief 4; F.S.C. 1, 4; Class vice pres. 3; J-Hop comm.; I x msday editor-in-chief; Fort- night staff, feature editor 3; Y-Teens 3, pres. 4; N. H.S. 3, 4. Clubs: Bridge 1; Pep 2, pres. 3; Publi- cations 4. Joann K. Story — Jo — G.A.A. 1; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 4; F.S.C. 2; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, 4. Clubs: Party 1; Fishing, vice pres. 2; Usher 3; Square Dance 4. Donnabelle Thomas — Donna — G.G.C. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 3; F.S.C. 1. Clubs: Knitting, pres. I; Girls Shop 2; Square Dance 3; Pep 4. Margie E. Tobias—Marge — F.S.C. 1; Fort- night staff 4; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Card 1; Usher 2; Book 3; Publications 4. Donald I. Traver — Don —Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Fly Tyers, treas. 1; Fishing 2; Gun 3. Arlene J. Waldron — Skinnie — Y-Teens 3, 4; Fortnight staff 4; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Riding 1, 2; Square Dance 3; Publications 4. Joanne Wendel — Wendy — Clubs: Knitting 1; F.H.A. 2; Usher, vice pres. 3; Know Hastings, pres. 4. Franklin F. Whitworth — Frank — Entered from Battle Creek 2; Football 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Base- ball 2, 3, 4; You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” comm. 4; Spotlight cast 3; F.S.C. 2, 3; B.U.C. sgt. of arms 3; Class vice pres. 3; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Camera 2; Varsity 3, 4. Paul A. Wilke� -Pauline—B.G.C. 4; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; Anne of Green Gables” 4; Spotlight cast, script writer 4; J-Hop comm. Clubs: Pedro I; F.F.A. 2, 3; reporter 4. Jack A. Winger- den — Wing — Football 1. 2, 3, 4; Basket- ball I, 2, 3, capt 4; Baseball 1; Track 2, 3, 4; B.G.C. 4; Band 1, 2, 3; “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; Spotlight cast 1, 2; Chief Justice 4; F.S.C. 3, 4; Class treas. 1; J-Hop gen. chm; Doomsday staff 4; Fortnight staff 3; Hi-Y '3. 4. Clubs: Publications 4, reporter 1; Varsity 2, 3, 4. Marjorie A. Wright — Marge — “You Can’t Take It With You” 3; “Anne of Green Gables” 4; J-Hop comm; Doomsday staff 4; Fortnight staff 4; Y-Teens 3, 4. Clubs: Usher I; Pulications 2, 4; Pep 3. Frederick A. Wurm — Fred — Clubs: Radio 1; F.F.A. 2, 3, 4. Wilma J. Yeiter — Wilmer — “You Can’t Take It With You,” comm. 3; “Anne of Green Gables,” chm. comm. 4; Spot- light cast 1; J-Hop comm.; Y-Teens 3, 4; Dooms- day staff 4; Fortnight editor 4; N.H.S. 4. Clubs: Knitting 1; Riding 2; Square Dance 3; Publications 4. Kingsley M. Zerbel — Zerb — U.S. Army 1946- 1949; Football I, 2; Basketball 1, 2, 3; Baseball 2; Track 1, 2, 3; Cross Country 3; Elected Mayor 1946; J-Hop comm. 1946. Clubs: Gun, pres. 1; Boys’ Sports 2; Hi-Y, treas. 3. Geneva J. Todd—Genie — G.G.C. 3. Clubs: Dramatics 2; Square Dance 3, 4. r. r, r I r. t i i L I I I I I I I L L 1 ide iclai.bMe i First Row; left to right: A. Baird. J Ash. N. Bcnnct. D. Bump. D. Castclein. E. Benton. N. Allen. M. Brazeau. Second Row: B. Castelein. C. Case. M. Camp- bell, D. Brown. E. Campbell. L. Clark. C. Burghdoff, I). Annable. Third Row: D. Bryans. J. Adams, D. Brown. M. Christiansen. D. Bryans. R. Cappon. C. Bustancc, L. Bauman. Miss McElwain. ad- visor. Fourth Row: J. Bernard. J. Brockway, M. I. Andrus. K. Brower, B. Boyne. C. Altoft, D. Bradford. P. Cheney. First Row; left to right: D. Hawk, G. Gross M. Colvin. M. Enzine, D. Hambleton, M Ingram, L. Harry. Second Row: B. Hinckley. L. Coy. H. Dunkel burger, A. Dean. D. Derry. R. Clark, B. Herb streith. Third Row: W. Guide!, M. Hinken. P. Foster B. Durkey. L. Compton. M. J. Gordon. J Hill. Fourth Row: M. Douglas. T. Commingi, B James, L. Fassett. J. Durham, R. Gwinn. J Cook. First Row; left to right: C. Keeler. M. Patten. H. Pierce. D. Otis. D. Lewis, E. McLaughlin. L. Dennington. Second Row: R. Mead. W. Payne, H. Sathrop. I. Denniston. M. Plank. G. Lydy. M. Preston. J. Osborn. Third Row: T. Knopf, J. Nixon. J. Miller. R. Moody, J. Rogers. L. L. Linnington. J. Mc- Laughlin. Fourth Row: L. Lowell, G. Misch. E. Kurr, R. Miller, C. Miller. B. Nielson. B. Johnson. First Row; left to right: P. Silsbee. R. Reaser. M. Reynolds, E. Sanders, D. Strouse, A. Dean. J. Welton. Second Row: L. Roush, S. Yoder. A. Wilson. J. VanHoutcn. J. Tobias, G. Tobias, D. Shriver. Third Row: N. Zeigler. D. Scobcy. B. Tolies, H. Schrier. D. Steinke, M. Woods. Fourth Row: L. Skidmore, D. Ruffner, J. Severance. M. Stanton. B. Snyder. V. Smith. D. Young. Mr. Fowler, advisor. With just one more hill to climb the newly promoted upperclassmen didn't let it get them down. In the fall they were amply represented on the football team, and, on the basket- ball team they were very much in evidence. Track was also one of this class's long suits and many went out for it and did a fine job. Not being bogged down by the snow in December, the AS TIME GOES BY At last being “upper-elassmen,” the Juniors decided to get busy and prove their position. The officers chosen to guide the class through its first semester were: Dave Steinke, President; Newell Heath, Vice-President; Lora Linington, Secretary; Charles Altoft, Treasurer. Grid-iron starts weren't lacking in the Junior Class and seven were awarded letters. The letter- men included: Charlie Altoft, Newell Heath, Archie Voisard, Jim Adams, Norm Zeigler, Ger- ald Misch, and Chuck Miller. Charlie Altoft and Chuck Miller are to be next year’s co-captains. Besides football, the Juniors boasted of four basketball lettermen, without which the squad would have been at a loss. These athletes were: Dick Bryans, Dave Steinke, Paul, McKeough, and Jack Kenniston. Dick Bryans made the second- string all-conference team. A novelty sweater dance was sponsored by the Junior Class on December 17. The name was “Winter Wonderland,” and the general chair man, Donna Derry. Second semester brought a heated political bat- tle with the “Honest Four” winning out. The class officers for second semester were: President, Norman Zeigler; Vice-President, Dick Bryans; Secretary, Jane Miller; Treasurer, Charles Miller. Some of the more musically inclined Juniors took part in the Solo and Ensemble Contest in Grand Rapids. The persons and their divisions are as follows: Ann Dean, 2; Jim Durham, 2; Lenore Compton, 3; Mary Jane Andrus, 3. Janet Osborn also went along to accompany some of the above mentioned. Mary Jane Andrus, Dick Annable, Lenore Compton, and Janet Osborn maintained all “A” records for first semester to prove the class had brains as well as brawn. Six juniors were elected to the National Honor Society. They were: Dick Annable, Janet Osborn, Lenore Compton, Dona Young, Mary Jane Andrus, and Evangeline Kurr. The District Forensic Speech Contest had two representatives from the Junior class. Evangeline Kurr competed in the Dramatic Declamation Division and Dona Young took part in the Ex- tempore Speaking. Dona took first in her field against tough competition. “What A Life” was chosen as the dramatic presentation of the year, with a theme of Henry Aldrich. It was given March 31 with a cast of nineteen members. The student-manager was Lenore Compton. To show their gratitude for her hard work, the cast presented Miss J. Smith, their director, with a bouquet of flowers. No sooner was the play over than plans for the J-Hop began. With the J-Hop came thoughts of Spring and the realization that soon they would be seniors. Only one more year! Juniors sponsored the Christmas dance and even had Santa Clause and his sleigh present. Being so active, spring fever didn’t have a chance to make an appearance. The class showed their dramatic talent by producing their first play and later in the spring they entertained the seniors at th e annual J-Hop. As they watched the seniors march down the aisle they teere already making plans for their own graduation. NOBODY KNOWS THE TROUBLE I’VE SEEN When school opened last fall, the Sophomore’s returned ready to put in a year of hard work. The following officers capably represented the class in school activities: A1 Belsito, President; Edward Bush. Vice-President; and Evelyn Bryans, Treas- urer. As the secretary had moved from town dur- ing the summer, Georginna Dunn offered her services at a class meeting. During the football season the class was repre sented on the varsity squad by Harris Everett, who won a letter for his work. Many sophomores trained on the reserve team and are looking for- ward to victories on the gridiron next year. This year the “Sophs” were very active in the Spotlight. Some took part in the Latin class skit and others participated in the skits given by the fourth and sixth hour English classes. Dick Waite surprised the audience with his imitations of Al Jolsen, and Harris Everett followed suit with his trusty harmonica. Four of our song birds partici- pated in the Girl’s Sextette, which favored the audience with two selections. When the basketball season opened Lynn Beadle was found in an important position on the varsity squad and during the season Jim Myers joined the team. Both received letters at the end of the season. The reserve team which consisted mainly of Sophomores showed fine spirit and abil- ity. The players showing greatest promise for the future w'ere Herb Beadle, Al Belsito, Ed Bush, Gerald Merrill, and Jim Wingerden. Marian Pierce was the only Sophomore who won a position on the cheer-leading squad at the fall tryouts. Highest in scholastic rating at the end of the first semester was Jean Ann Myers with that coveted 3.00 mark. As the New Year got under way, petitions started flying around for the second semester. After a close election Ed Bush was elected Presi- dent; Jack Burchett, Vice-President; JoAnn Burr, Secretary; and Marjorie Cordes, Treasurer. In honor of Valentines Day the class sponsored an all-school dance, “Sweetheart’s Frolic,” which was enjoyed by many. Many of the “Soph” athletes turned out for the spring sports. With such stars as Jack Bur- chett in track and Ernie Tooker and Lynn Beadle- in baseball, the teams in the next two years stand a good chance of making fine records. As another school year came to a close, the Sophomores eagarly awaite-d a much needed va- cation and their return in the fall as upperclass- men. Having survived one year in H.H.S. the Sophomores were getting more accustomed to the noon rush, locker inspections, and the loss of study hall privileges. When the football season got underway, many up and coming fellows represented their class on the Junior Varsity team. As the stiow began to fall, thoughts turned to basketball, and the Sophs” on the basketball teams Fir f Row; left to right: I. Clinton. V. Benton. R. Demond. J. Burr. J. Blossom. J. Burroughs. J. Bennett. Second Row: M. Corde� . J. Baird. R. Cole- man. J. Brownell. G. Barlow. R. Deming. K. Blough. Third Row: N. Crawley. M. L. Davit, R. Davi . R. Athlon, R. Down� , A. Beltito. E. Bryant. H. Beadle. Fourth Row: L. Alton. P. Anderton. R. Brauer. B. Buehler. E. Buth, B. Burkey, R. Cotant. Firtt Row; left to right: M. Hanford. R. Hawkins. A. Kurr, J. Harrington, D. L. Gury. S. Hawthorne. J. Hart. C. Herman. A. Eaton. Second Row: J. Kothar. M. L. Kaechle. M. Hawthorne. H. (idler. D. Hull. C. Gordcn. H. Frandten. G. Dunn. J. Bithop. Third Row : F. Foote. E. Jarman. J. Fowler. B. Ingram. ). Crone. M. Haywood. I. Kidder. R. Gahle. M. Battler. Fourth Row: R. Golden. N. Hugh� . H. James, D. Eldred. H. Everrett. J. Jaynes. K. Hulhert. L. Beadle. Firtt Row; left to right: M. A. Peake, D. Mead. A. Miller. E. Reinhardt. M. Pierce. E. Reinhardt. Second Row: J. Moe. S. O'Conner. J. Myert, R. Mart:. R. Randall. M. Neeb, K. O’Donnell. Third Row: M. Martin. J. Moe, J. Mi . J. Maurer, G. Merrill, V. Orsborn. Fourth Row: K. Pranthka. L. Main. J. Ray- mond. L. Maurer. W. Paige. J. Myert, J. Meyer� , W. Norrit. Firtt Row; left to right: A. Sheffield. M. Wil- liams, G. Zimmerman. M. Webb. F. Sprague. J. Stem, H. Troyer. M. Shaeffer. Second Row: Mr� . Burklc, advisor. S. Smith. A. Wood. J. Todd. J. Will, D. Trinkline. E. Turne� . M. Trune� . D. Wait. Third Row: Mr. Damson, advisor, M. Wilson. P. Warner. D. Truman. P. Sinclair, E. Sand- berg. J. Ryan. P. Shelden. Fourth Row: H. Service, J. Wingerden. L. Utter, P. Sharp, C. Yarger. E. looker. D. Shultx. R. Slocum. G. Ulrich. made records the schools could be proud of. In February the Sophomores expressed their feelings for the student body by giving a Valentine Dance, Sweetheart's Frolic. This dance, with its lovely decorations, was enjoyed by all. When sfrring came into view, track, baseball, and June 2 were here and gone, and the class at last could put down its books until another year. First Row; left to right: B. Ap cy. R. Campbell. R. Cooley. H. Bryan . N. Bar- rett. R. Birman. J. Denny, J. Christie. Second Row: Vli Zuttermeister. advisor. V. Colvin, K. Baum. H. Altoft, E. Becker, B. Dalman. J. Dawson. N. Aren . R. Bar- ton. Third Row: Mr. Knopf, advisor. M. Cort right. R. Bancroft. E. Eaton. P. Curtiss, R. Aspinall. T. Cleveland. F. Demaray. J. Brownell. S. Doyle. Fourth Row: D. Dalman, L. Bowman. C. Davis. L. Davis. A. Ea� y, G. Cole, J. Cudda- hce. G. Compton, J. Brandt. J. Burgdoff. First Row; left to right: S. Hackncv. E. Hawkins. J. Feldpausch, S. Fountain. A. Evans, D. Gibson. R. Hawthorne. R. Hawk. Second Row: M. Jones, J. Fox. P. Hawkins. D. Hubbard. J. Johnson. M. Jarrard. J. Herrick, L. Johnson. Third Row: N. Healy. R. Hall. J. Hoos. L. Howe. P. Hecox. J. Helm. R. Ingram, M. Glasgow, D. Endsley. Fourth Row: R. Hughes. D. Fuller. D. Haywood, F. Hook, R. Gutchess, D. Gar- rett. R. Granger, D. Hammond. H. Howell. First Row; left to right: L. Pebbles. S. Meyers. J. Keeler, L. Richardson. M. Mat- thews. D. Knowles. K. Mattson. A. Mc- Intyre. L. Richardson. Second Row: D. Main. C. Rice, C. Miller. B. Lent, P. Rcasar. H. McMillon. J. Kuem- pcl. J. Pickle, B. Morgan. R. Lauhaugh. Third Row: H. Ludwlck, M. Moore. R. Lewis. H. Kidder. E. Reid. A. Newton. J. MacArthur, G. Lyttlc. Fourth Row: S. Owens. S. Rodger . B. Rodgers. P. Peter . M. Maurer. J. Malcom. S. Kievorn. D. Pultz, E. Rice. D. Preston. First Row; left to right: C. Stickley, C. Zimmerman. R. Wilkes. V'. Wickwire. P. Smith. A. Slocum. B. Smith. I. Troyer, M. Todd. F. Tobias. Second Row: D. Scott. I. Thomas. J. Vand- len. D. Terry, A. Severance. B. Wilder. J. Tack, D. Shorbridge. Third Row: 1. Whitworth. L. Van Sycle, E. Tobias. J. Wendel, M. Thomas. D. Rose, B. Rozema, J. Rose. P. Woods, C. West- pinter. Fourth Row: G. Slocum, E. Vandcrbrook, R. Thomas, J. Shaver. R. Tietz, G. Shirkey. R. Winick. J. Slocum. J. Whitmore. For eight years, in wide eyed wonder, the present freshmen had viewed the building across the road and had longed for the day they would be in that high school building. When school began one hundred and sixty-eight shiny faces brought added pep and spirit to the school. Though the freshmen were not prominent in sports, they turned out in enthusiastic numbers I’M BEGINNING TO SEE THE LIGHT One hundred and sixty-eight weak kneed Freshmen opened the heavy door of H.H.S. September 6. to start four years of preparing them- selves for the world. It didn’t take long for these Freshies’ to get on to the customs, and the cob- webs dusted out for some real school work, even if it did take some studying by night light to learn that study halls are for studying only. To keep things running smoothly they got down to business and elected Judy Johnson, Presi- dent; Audrey Newton, Vice President; Betty Len , Seribier; and Janet Feldpausch, Money Grabber. Keeping their eyes open so that no opportuni- ties would pass them by the freshmen were repre- sented in many different acts of the Spotlight. Ten talented Latin students participated in their ver- sion of “Down With Ceasar.” Joan Slocum, a very fine songstress, sang tw'o numbers with the Girl’s Sextette. On February 18, Tom Cleveland and Diane Pultz traveled to Kalamazoo along with many other students to take part in the W.K.Z.O. broad- cast. In the final bookwork at the end of the first semester it was revealed that three girls had straight A’s. They were; Shirley Myers, Sharon Doyle, and Ann Slocum. As the second semester came around, with it came elections. This time they elected Ann Slo- cum, President; Maurice Glasgow. Vice President; I om Cleveland, Pen Holder; and Edgar Tobias, Money Handler. Along with spring came Declamations but the Freshmen didn’t seem to mind. A large number of them participated and three were chosen to compete in the school finales. Not to be left out in the field of sports, they were very much in evidence on the Junior Varsity Football Squad. On the Junior Varsity Basketball Team they were represented by Stanley Synder, Gar Compton, and Gary Shirkey. The Freshmen Class also contributed Nancy Barrett to the cheerleading squad, thus proving that the class of ‘53 was fast catching on to the extra-curricular activities of the school. and one girl represented her class on the cheering squad. Eyeing the seniors as they prepared for graduation, they looked forward to the next year ahead of them and resolved that another year they would study harder for they would he oldtimers” in high school and could watch other bewildered freshies” come in! It’s a great life being a freshman, no troubles, or worries. Tis Later Than You Think We, the Seniors of 1950, after four years of harrowing experiences in ye olde brain factory, and after contemplating on our trial and error method of wandering through an educational fog, have decided to give you, the underdogs, some dope on how to escape the pitfalls that we have tumbled into. Scholarship! You shudder at the thought, but it is essential, especially for you kids who plan to trot on to college. Colleges aren’t the rah-rah type of thing you see in the movies — all fun and ice cream sodas, anything but! There’s plenty of hard work, before and after, and one fool-proof way of crashing the gates to such an institution and to stay there once you’re in, is to maintain a high scholastic standing in high school. Just one bit of advice is to keep a weather eye on the direc- tion of the scholastic winds and avoid storms and high seas later. Remember too, that high school happens only once in a person’s life time. Four years are soon gone, so while you’re here, get everything you can and enjoy yourself. Drink to the last dregs, to the last solitary drop, everything that is a part of school life — fun, dates, games, plays, studies, and all the little odds and ends that make those four years what they are. Teachers are another faze of school life that just can’t be avoided, although sometimes we’d like to! Generally this species of homo sapiens of the mammalia class are considered everything from the lowest kind of an insect to a dragon that spouts with fire. But (let the truth be known) they’re human beings too! They are always will- ing to help with a stickler of a lesson or give ad- vice on any teen age problem. Just a few pointers that have a tendency to keep you on the sunny side of a teacher are willingness to try in class, promptness in handing in papers, and half-decent behavior. We seniors have found out that these details are lifesavers for weak-kneed marks, if they’re teetering on the edge of the soup. Just sprinkle on a little sugar, here and there, and you’ll find you have performed an honest to good- ness miracle. Here’s another bit of inside dope we have learned from experience which we will now pass on to you — always keep up your lessons. Most of us seniors, and probably you too, at one time or another have let our work just slip past us. Then, a test erupts! That’s one of the best ways we know to develop a first class headache — trying to catch up on all the work that has been neglec- ted in last minute cramming — the night before the test. Skipping is another item that’s a detriment rather than a help. Have you ever considered what people will think when they refer to your high school to get the low-down on you when a job is in the offing, or when they see a college application that you have a regular habit of skip- ping? We’re not gamblers enough to bet on your chances! We know what fun it is to play hooky, but please remember your futures before you do it again! Now that we have passed on to you some sprinklings of our wisdom, we’ll leave you with one of Shakespeare’s and hope that you give it some thought: In my school days, when I had lost one shaft I shot his fellow of the self-same flight, the self same way, with more advised watch, to find the other forth; and by adventuring both, I oft found both.” OUR VALIANT SAXONS' Top Picture: First row — Coach Hanson. H. Everett. D. Hammond. Co-capt. Ray Miller. Co-capt. Jim Radford, J. Wingerden. Asst. Coach Lang. Second row — K. Baulch, J. Gregory. N. Heath. B. Schriner. F. Whitworth. E. Barrett. R. Reaser. Third row — C. Altoft, C. Annahle. D. Skinner, N. Zeigler, A. Voisard. B. Barry. Fourth row---G. Minch. N. Sinclair, G. Finnic. R. Moody. M. Patten. L. Bivens. Fifth row----D. Steinke. B. Cortright, D. Bradford, J. Adams. K. Brauer. Sixth row — B. Neilson. D. Ashton. D. Roufner, C. Miller, K. Hampton. J. Bernard. Seventh row —J. Durham. J. McWebb. Mgr. Bob Seay. Mgr. T. Hoffman and Mgr. B. Banghardt. Bottom Picture: First row —J. Duffy. D. Scott. H. Moan. J. Pebbles, J. Blossom. J. Burdoff. D. Hammond. B. Hulbert. M. Moore, L. Little. Second row —Coach Turkal. W. Norris. R. Hall. R. Hawthorn. L. Richardson. B. Schaffer. G. Slocum. M. Bassler, D. Thomas. Third row — L. Utter. O. Altoft. J. Myers. W. Page. B. Gutchess. T. Cleveland. D. Ashton. J. Myers. D. Endsley. and B. Neilson. The Junior Varsity football team could be found practicing every flight after school for the five games they played. Although they do not share the glories of the varsity they had their hearts in every play. Of the five games that were played, they won two and lost three, but the experience gained from these games will he of great value in the next few years. SET, HURRY, LET’S GO! Home Team Game Opponents 8 Eaton Rapids 6 6 Greenville 7 14 Grand I-edge 0 14 St. Augustine 32 0 Ionia 28 0 Charlotte 13 0 St. Johns 32 21 Bolding 20 Even before school started the Varsity football team teas out with their co-captains, Jim Radford and Ray Miller, doing their daily drills. The team this year was fairly successful in that they won one more game than last year and tied for third place with two others in the West Central League. Although they won only three out of eight, the spirit of the team and the student body was impressive. ' PATIENCE AND FORTITUDE From left lo right: A. Turkal. H. Hanson. L. Lang. H. Rein- hardt. B. Wither . First Row; left to right: N. Sin- clair. B. Cortright. M. Hawkin . Second Row: A. Turkal, coach. G. Lydy, B. Nellaon, J. Win- gerden. V. Smith. COACHES Every year, a couple of weeks before school starts, the comparative silence of Johnson Field is shattered by the powerful voice of Howard “Hick Hanson who is Athletic Director, head football coach and J. V. basketball coach, booming, “Big Circle, men!” to his aspiring football players. When the snow' flies and the battle scarred football equipment is on its way to be repaired, another character who is somewhat smaller in build and voice takes over. The w'hole basketball squad listens as Louis “Louie” Lang, head basket- ball coach, pleads to “Get serious for this game.” As spring arrives and the track suits appear, Anton “Tony” Turkal, track, J. V. football, and cross country coach, summons his cinder stars with a hearty, “Over here, you guys!” Near by. at our tennis courts, Bruce “old man” Withers, the tennis coach, reminds his tennis addicts to “meet the ball at w'aist height.” And if the wind is right, you can almost hear Herbert “Herbie” Reinhardt, the golf coach, tell- ing the prospective Ben Hogans to “Remember to follow through.” CROSS COUNTRY The Saxon Cross Country team lacking the necessary depth to be a top notch contender failed to chalk up a single win during the ‘49 season. Coach Turkal and his squad suffered their first defeat at the hands of the Charlotte Orioles on September 26 by a score of 17 to 38. The fol- lowing weeks saw' the Saxons drop successive meets to Battle Creek Central, Ionia and Charlotte. In both the Hill and Dale, which was held at the Hastings Country Club, and the Aquinas Invi- tational, w'here Hastings runners failed to gain much recognition — except for Myron Hawkins who won a ribbon for placing 14 in a field of 79. Letters w'ere awarded to Myron Hawkins and Bill Cortright at the end of the season. The cross country team mas not too successful this year but our congrats” go to them for trying! Mr. Turkal coached cross country and track while Mr. Hanson took charge of football, Mr. Lang watched over the basketball and baseball teams, Mr. Withers gave out advice on tennis technique, and Mr. Reitthardt helped the golf team tee off. AND THE BAND PLAYED ON Left to right: J. Cook, J. Ja nci, A. Meinert, R. Silvernail, M. Allcrding, J. Kelly, R. Olhman, L. Hcffle bower. K. Laubaugh, E. Sander . J. Whitworth, D. McLaughlin. J. Bcnnrt, H. Lconhardt. M. J. Andru . M. Reynold . J. Burroughs, H. Walton. C. Cate. C. Compton, D. Johnson. M. L. Davi� , G. Lydy. H. McMillon. L. Compton, R. Granger. S. Harrington. A. Dean. E. Jarman. P. Wilke . D. Myers. M. Patten. I. Fowler, S. Snyder. M. Plank. M. Cortright, H. Lahcrtcaux. E. Bu� h, R. Burkey, C. Wcstpintcr. C. Bump. W. Norris. P. Peter . L. Manning. D. Bump, M. Woods, L. Hine. Director, T. Hoffman, L. Lowell. L. Maurer. The band was decreased in membership this year from 64 to 53 members. They traveled to Western to play for Band Day and were scheduled to perform at the Belding football game. How- ever. their trip was postponed because of cold weather. The Olivet Festival took its usual weeks of practice but the band displayed very fine talent as a reward for their hard work. The majorettes were a newr feature of the band this year. Jane Miller, Beverly Johnson, and Betty Tolies were chosen as the girls to lead the band down the field. They were elected at tryouts held in the fall. Their snappy uniforms were presented to them by the Junior Chamber of Commerce. A pep band was formed to help create more and better school spirit at the basketball games. It also took part in the pep meetings and leading two snake-dances to Johnson Field. Eight contestants performed at Muskegon Heights. They were Arkie Meinert, Jim Durham, Mary Andrus, Marilyn Cortright, Larry Manning, Ann Dean. Lenore Compton and Dick Myers. They were all rated very highly. The Hastings High School Band held its third annual Barry County Band Festival in Central Auditorium in the early spring and gained high praise and worthy remarks from all music-goers. They held their annual fall and spring con- certs, in connection with the vocal groups, and the majorettes performed at the Spotlight. Practices with the Seniors drew another year close to an end. As classnight moved out and graduation commencement exercises began, the last strains of “March of the Brave” could be heard throughout the halls of H.H.S. Where is that march music coming from? Where else, hut from the hand room where they are practicing the graduation march which will end their year's activities. This very enthusi- astic group has furnished added touches to numerous school activities throughout the year. At pep meetings, games and concerts their snappy music and new uniforms pepped up the spirit of all. THERE ARE TWO SIDES . . Foreground: D. Yount;. Seated: J. Severencc. M. Gillc� pic. E. Gwtnn. Standing: B. Cortright. D. Broun. J. Osborn. Miss Smith, advisor. With only seven in her class. Miss Julia Smith, debate coach, entrusted much of her hopes for a successful season in the fact that all but two of these were experienced from the year before. Ap- parently her debaters shared her hopes, for they ended the season with the fine record of seven wins and one loss. The first two months were rather hectic ones with the debaters working on the Spotlight, get- ting dates for practice debates, worrying about their first league encounter, and spending their spare moments in finding out ail they could about the year’s topic, Resolved that the President of the United States should be elected by direct vote of the people.” They got their first real taste of the topic when they attended the high school de- bate clinic at the University of Michigan in Octo- ber. After a practice debate with Battle Creek Central, and the successful presentation of the Spotlight, the squad really got started when they met Battle Creek Lakeview here in their first league encounter. The Hastings negative team won their side of the battle, but the affirmative lost to a trick case. Not to be daunted, however, they studied up on such surprise attacks and after some practice with Charlotte and Hickory Corners, they won out, along with the negative, over East Grand Rapids in a close one here. The squad received some excellent experience when they met hot teams from Lansing Sexton and Eastern in practice there, and made good use of it in taking both sides from Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills, after traveling there via Gwinn’s Buick. Two more practices with Ionia and Woodland, a sweeping victory over Kalamazoo State High, a demonstration before Kiawanis, more practice with Grand Rapids Crcston and Hickory Corners, and the squad tensed itself for the district elimi- nation debate tournaments. Cortright’s new Studebaker was initiated into service at the hands of Bill as the squad trekked to Albion for the tournament. Hastings drew the bye for the first round, and the negative was de- feated by Battle Creek Central in the second to bring the season to a close. Pins were awarded Bill Cortrighl, Evelyn C.winn, Janet Osborn. Dona Young, and Marcelle Gillespie for participation in at least one league debate. The debate class was rather large wasn’t it? Seven people could be seen first semester in Room 205 mudly rummaging through their Irrecious debate boxes, studying references and gener- ally keeping in condition” for their debates. Their efforts were greatly rewarded for they had a very good season and along with the work were plenty of laughs to make their work seem lighter. THE SPIRITS OF 49 Although the Spotlight was postponed because of the rebuilding of Central Auditorium, it only served to encourage students to put forth more effort than ever to make it a success. Luke the Spook and Hector the Spector were heard but not seen, giving comments about the fine talent between acts. To the debate class who put this over, and to those who participated, we give a well earned slap on the back. Il was really a spirited audience that left Cen- tral Auditorium after the Spotlight presented by the debate class on November 5, for besides the usual mortals that attended the annual presen- tation, this year entitled “Spirits of ‘49,” there were two ghosts. Hector the Spectre, and Luke the Spook, aptly portrayed by David Brown and Evelyn Gwinn. Working without curtains, a stage crew, com posed of debaters, together with the “heard-but- not-seen” spirits, managed to cleverly link the acts together. This year, the Spotlight featured more individ- ual acts including Harris Everet with his har- monica, Blanche Belsito on the accordian, Elaine Becker, vocalist Marcelle Gillespie at the piano, and tenor. Dick Waite. Included on the program, also, were the drum majorettes. Jack Wingerden’s orchestra, and the Girls’ Sextette. The class acts ranged from a distorted version of the downfall of Caesar, by the Latin class, to the faculty presentation of what a high school principal has to go through in a day’s work. Miss Julia Smith was faculty advisor for the presentation, with Marcelle Gillespie as general chairman. Committees, composed of debaters, were Dona Young, acts; Janet Osborn, publicity; David Brown, tickets and programs; Jacqueline Severence, music; Bill Cortright, staging. These people together with good talent, worked together to make “Spirits of ‘49” what was des- cribed by many as “the best ever.” Top Photo; left to right: M. Gillespie, D. Brown. E. Gwinn. J. Osborn. B. Cortright. D. Young. Bottom Photo; Foreground: A. Dean. M. Andrus. L. Compton. Background: H. Leonhardt, L. Hawthorne. J. Winger- den. 1). Young. J. Osborn. A LOOK TO THE FUTURE Fir� t Row; left to right: D. Hamir.ond. F. Wurm, C. Barlow. H. Moan. B. Barry. L. Bivens. W. Kidder. N. Hughes. B. Durkee. Second Row: V. Osborn. W. Eaton. D. Hawk. D. Bassett. W. Keech. L. Conklin. H. Dunkelhurger. K. Pranshka. R. Cotant. D. Eldred. Third Row: P. Wilkes, C. Yarger. M. Basier. D. Matthews. R. Slocum. D. Shultz. J. Bishop, J. Tobias, J. Myers. R. Golden. Fourth Row : G. Misch, G. Lydy. R. Moody. D. Ruffner. M. Preston. J. Cook. L. Skidmore. H. Roberts. B. Schreiner. Upper left hand corner: H. Dunkleherger. L. Bivens. Upper middle cut: R. Moody. G. Misch. Front Row; left to right: M. Hawthorne. M. Ingram. D. Hamhleton. E. Stadel. H. Geller, M. Stanton. L. Douglas. Back Row: G. Tobias. P. Cheeseman. M. Enzian. J. Staffen. Mrs. Burkle. advisor. Lower left corner: M. Enzian. The Future Farmers of America is a national organization. Some of Hastings’ F.F.A. activities are: planting, cutting, and selling Christmas trees from the school forest, and the game supper and Ag-He which the F.F.A. and the F.H.A. sponsor jointly. This year the F.F.A. also sponsored the Irish Jamboree, one of the largest all-school dances. State Farmer degrees were awarded to Norman Barry and Harold Roberts. The Chapter sent delegates to state and national conventions. Under the direction ol Mrs. Jean Burkle, the Future Homemakers of America sponsored many various activities. Among the projects, was the Game Supper last November. The officers were as follows: President, Eleanor Stadel; Vice-Presi- dent, Jeanne Staffen; Secretary, Phyllis Cheese man; Treasurer, Mildicd Hawthorne; Reporter. Martha Ingram. Our country minded folk were busy people this year starting with a game supper provided by the F.F.A. and cooked by the F.H.A. Next, they showed the fruits of their summer efforts by displaying them in the Ag'He. As December 25 approached, the F.F.A. cut and sold Christmas trees. On March 17 they sponsored the Irish Jamboree, an old time party, which proved to be a big hit. PENS AND SCROLLS Front Row; left to right: E. Beckwith. B. Beltito. L. A. Scobry. A. Fcldpautch. J. Herman. A. Waldron. S. Brandttettcr, M. Wright. J. Oahorn. E. Cwinn. M. Steinke. and T. Drum. Back Row: W. Yciter. M. Tobias. J. Moore, S. Free- land. M. G a■k i 11. M. Blough. D. Young. D. Skinner. B. Cortright. J. Wingerden. and C. Coats. Foreground: M. Gillespie. C. Coats. J. Miller, J. Bur- roughs. E. Bryans. M. Rey- nolds, C. Case. B. Granger. Background: P. Reaser. L. Johnson. D. Bradford. J. Smith. B. Johnson. N. Sherman. J. Gregory, G. Ross, J. Radford. King and Queen: J. Wing- erden and A. Zerhel. Jack Wingerden’s Orches- tra; Front Row: H. Leon- hardt. J. Wingerden. and B. Brown. Second Row: G. Finnie. and L. Flaw, thorne. Yes, with the help of the Journalism Class, the Publications Club has done a good job putting out issues of the Fortnight. Every meeting, which is once a month, assignments are given out, there are discussions on the previous issues, and talks over what was cut. They even raised money for putting out the paper. In the fall, they took charge of the candy sales during the noon hour. They also sponsored a fall dance. “Harvest Moon,” which proved to he successful. Another entertain- ing event was the sponsoring (with the Band) of a “Donkey Basketball Game.” With the club win- ning both the girls' game and the boys' game. they received sixty per cent of the profits. These profitable entertaining deals helped them to keep the Fortnight alive. All in all, the club put out eight issues during the school year. But you’ve got to hand it to Miss Britten, their advisor, who helped them stay on the ball and meet the deadlines for the paper and also collect advertisements. During the first semester, Evelyn Gwinn was editor of the paper and did a fine job. The second semester, Wilma Yeiter took Evelyn's place as editor and proved to be very efficient. The Publications Club, consisting of twenty four members, has been a very active and spirited group this year. Club hour was usually spent gathering information from various sources for the Fortnight, which no one seemed to mind, for it gave students a chance to visit all the clubs. W ork on the annual was also done to help ease the tasks of the poor worn out editor. TO THEE WE SING First Row; left to right: L. Hawthorne. M. Neeb, D. Robinson. B. Burchett. J. Burr. C. Herman. M. Pierce. J. Moore. S. Freeland. L. Scobey, A. FelJpausch. B. Sackett. J. Osborn. Second Row: J. Will. D. Pule. E. Reinhardt. D. Truman. E. Kidder. E. Reinhardt. R. Herrel. D. Derry. J. Herman. D. Young. B. Singleton. P. Bugbee. B. Bclsito. P. Sinclair, and Mr. Moyer. Director. Third Row: C. Marti. L. _Utter, j. Maurer, D. Skinner. R. Reaser. R. Schreiner, J. Gregory. R. Barry, C. Altoft. G. Earl. J. Kenniston. N. Heath, and H. Leonhardt. Pianist. M. Gillispie. Of all the vocal groups in Hastings High School, the choir is the most advanced. The mem- bers of this are for a greater part, graduates of the glee clubs. Because of this they do the most performing. The first of their performances was the Fall Concert, given jointly with the Instru mental Department. In this, Clarence Mart sang as a solo, with choir accompaniment. “In Heaven Above.” During the Christmas Season, as has been the custom for many years, the choir sang a few selec- tions in the halls of Pennock Hospital. Also, dur- ing the holiday season, they presented a Christmas Program in collaboration with the Dramatics De- partment, which replaced the teachers’ carol ser- vice. In this, Jo Ann Burr sang as a solo, again with choir accompaniment, “Only a Manger.' In February, they took part in the broadcast at the W.K.Z.O. studio in Kalamazoo, singing two numbers. Following this, there was the Spring Concert also given with the band, in which they sang “Land Of Hope And Glory,” with the band accompanying. During May, the choir spent a day in Kalamazoo at a festival along with other choirs from all over Michigan. Closing their busy year, they also sang at the Baccalaureate and Graduation Services of the seniors. Accompanists were Marcelle Gillispie, Leslie Hawthorne, and Joyce Will. The very fine music which teas heard every fifth hour seeping out of 310 was only the lilting voices of the forty six choir members. This was accomplished only through the untiring pounding Mr. Moyer put forth to try to keep everyone in the same key. In spite of the scrambles for music folders and the practicing, a hearty laugh slipped out now and then. HOW ABOUT A SONG? In these two classes the fellows and gals get a taste of the popular as well as the classical music and develop a little better appreciation for music. These groups study their theory and do a little vocal activity in preparation for the day when they advance to the lofty choir. Solo days and Friday tests make their days complete. Girls' Glee Club The Girl’s Glee Club did little as far as per- forming goes this year, but they spent much time singing for their own enjoyment and studying composers and music theory. Other times they took turns directing the class. Boys' Glee Club The Boy’s Glee Club is a chorus of twenty three male voices, who most of the time sing four part harmony. Of these only one sings first tenor and that is Ray Coolie, who does a great job against so many odds. In the Fall Concert though, they joined with the Boy’s Glee Club and Choir to sing with band accompaniment, “Land of Hope and Glory.’’ The Girl’s Glee Club was individual in the fact that they had only one accompanist for the whole year, and she was Carolyn Miller, whereas, the other groups had a variety. Although they appeared publically only twice during the year, at the Spring and Fall Concerts respectively, their performances were still of no less importance. During the year their accompanists included Betty Lentz, Marcelle Gillispie, and Anne Feld- pausch. PianUt. C. Miller. From Row; left to right: J. Ash. M. Hanford. J. Moe. G. Zimmerman. M. Wilton. S. Hawthorne. L. Van Sycle. and S. Yarger. SeconJ Row: M. Plank. D. Adam� . P. Warner. A. Newton. L. Richardson. D. Shurlow. F. Sprague. R. Mart:. J. Moe. and D. Gib- ton. Third Row: M. Allerding. J. Tack, J. Pickle. C. Stickler. R. Miller. D. Me Murray. J. Fox, J. Slocum. M. Davis, and R. Ohlman. Front Row; left to right: G. Shirkcy. C. Davit, D. Brown. W. Payne. R. Cooley. R. Demond. R. Conrad. N. Allen, and P. Foster. Second Row: R. McMurray. L. Aloft. H. Everrett. R. Seay. D. Scott. L. Main. I. Gregory. R. Miller. R. Davit, and W. Davis. Pianist. L. Hawthorne. r j CHECK YOUR GUN AND PROMENADE Although the Square Dance Club could be mistaken for a muscle building course, every- one seemed to have a fine time. Another club which was interested in building things other than muscles was the Gun Club. Their primary interest was building better sportsmen. This club inspected Mr. Giesf gun collection, studied conservation and safety measures, and even did some shooting. Square Dance Club B. Lcnz. L. Johnson. P. Reuser. H. Vroomen. D. Gibson, and B. Buck Sin. Fourth Row: C. Damson. Lewis. R. Cooley. L. Clark. C. Davis. Scond Row: A. Miller, J. Gable. J. Sinclair. D. Shurlow. E. Benton. D. Scott. L. Harry. U. Sanders. L. Altoft, J. Welton. J. Nixon, j. Burghdoff. and C. Case. Ihird Row: I. Story. E. lames, K. Brauer. M. Maurer, J. Vandlen. C. Zimmerman. H. Laberteaux. B. Lent:, L. Johnson. P. Reaser. H. Vroomen. D. Gibson, and B. Bucklin. Fourth Row: C. Damson, advisor, P. Sinclair. E. Sandberg. B. L. Ingram. M. Hinkcn. P. Sharpe, L. Fassett. R. Neilson. J. Malcom. P. Meek. G. Brockway. H. Schricr. Fifth Row: D. Trtnklein. M. Corde . B. Bryant, M. Nceb. A. Sheffield. M. Christianson. L. Bowman. M. Campbell. C. Burghdoff. J. Miller. K. Blough. M. L. Kacchele. First Row; left to right: J. Durham. D. Ashton. J. Bernard. P. McKeough. J. Whitworth. L. A. Richardson. G. Cole. R. Laubaugh. B. Allen. H. Beadle. Second Row: J. Todd. M. Wilson. I. Brownell, S. Smith. R. Hawthorne, D. Ensley. D. Terrie, P. Peters. K. Denny. P. Warner. J. Brownell. J. Kosbar, S. Harrington. A. Kurr. Third Row: P. Smith. J. Burchett. L. Linnington. J. Ash. J. Track, J. Fox, S. Fountain, M. Matthews. J. Rose, H. McMillon. P. Hawkins. B. Herb- streith. M. Hanford. Fourth Row: L. Vanderbrook. advisor. L. Richardson. I. Brockway, S. O'- Connor. B. Daniels, N. Crawley. M. A. Peake. R. A. Herzcl, D. Shoebridge. G. Todd, M. Martin. J. Mix, M. Brazeau. A. Evans. Fifth Row: A. Woods. B. Rozeman, L. Main. B. Hinkley. G. Link, L. Hefflehowcr. J. Christy, C. Rowley, D. Strouse. M. Douglas, L. Compton, M. J. Andrus. Gun Club First Row; left to right: R. Main. K. Lancaster, K. Williams, E. Rice, M. Reynolds. P. Hecox. H. Service. E. Dcdcw. G. Lyttle. Second Row: N. Sinclair. E. Jarman. B. Apsey. E. Vanderbrook. Ml Glasglow, D. Hammond. D. Haywood, M. Peake, D. Fuller. Third Row: L. D. Becker. R. Freese. G. Ulich. K. Sprague, R. Cunningham. P. Hoffman. E. Roush. B. Smith, ourth Row: C. Bump. R. Erway. N. Quick. C. Lancaster. J. Cudahee. J. Myers. H. Lathrop. M. Thomas. A. Arens. HILLTOP CAGERS First Row; left to right: P. McKcough, D. Bry.ins. D. Steinke. J. Adams. C. A toft. Second Row: C. Ann- able. K. Hampton. J. Kcnniston, R. Miller. L. l.ang. Coach. Third Row: C. Finnic. J. Wingerdcn. A. Mein- ert, L. Beadle. F. Whit- worth. First Row; left to right: A. Bclsito, J. Myers, G. Merrill, H. Beadle. E. Bush. Second Row: J. Fowler. J. Wingerden. J. Jaynes. M. Basslcr, S. Snyder. H. Hanson. Coach. Third Row: |. Burchett. G. Compton, G. Shirkey. D. Rose. As winter came into view the thoughts of fifteen fellows, which made up the Junior Var- sity team, turned to basketball. Under the direction of Coach Hanson the fellows worked hard and came out at the end of the season with six wins and eight losses. Since they are still learning the tricks of the trade it is expected that a winning varsity team will be the result. HARDWOOD HI-LIGHTS I i 1 1 ' ■ : - - _ - - ; : ; 1 . j 1 J The Varsity team had an even season, with seven wins and seven losses, and took third place in the West Central League. At the end of the season Jack Wingerden was chosen captain, an honor which he duly deserved. The fine sportsmanship by the tearti and student body was evident at every game. JUNIOR VARSITY SCHEDULE Home Team (fame Opponents 24 Ionia 16 28 Charlotte 31 31 Delton 36 28 East Grand Rapids 30 36 Eaton Rapids 31 36 Ionia 28 18 Greenville 19 31 Belding 27 29 St. Johns 40 30 Greenville 29 17 Belding 25 34 St. Johns 39 50 Grand Ledge 24 30 Charlotte 38 VARSITY SCHEDULE Home Team Game Opponents 33 Ionia 28 36 Charlotte 48 43 Delton 35 24 East Grand Rapids 45 56 Eaton Rapids 40 33 Ionia 42 37 Greenville 49 48 Belding 36 45 St. Johns 57 42 Greenville 44 40 Belding 33 53 St. Johns 43 51 Grand Ledge 37 33 Charlotte 48 41 Charlotte 49 Top left: A. Mcincrt, jumping’ D. Bryan in background. Top Center: L. Beadle «hooting, A. Meincrt and J. Wingerden in background. Top right: J. Wingerden «hooting. A. Mcinert and D. Bryan in background. Bottom left; left to right: N. Sherman. M. Pierce, B. Burchett, and A. Fcldpausch. Bottom right; Standing: S. Harrington. P. Wilke . Sitting: D. Rose. M. Reynold . R. Freese, J. Durham, J. Burroughs H. Schrier. G. Lydy, R. Burkey, M. J. Andrus, L. Compton, L. Hint. Director. SCHOOL SPIRIT SUPREME First row: J. Baird, A. McGlocklln, J. Bennett J. Tobia� . D. TKoma� . B. Tolles, S. Hackney D. Knowles. J. Harrlck. Second row: P. Gury S. Hawthorne. N. Barrett, M. Pierce,C. Her man. H. Demond, B. Singleton. N. Sherman J. Hart, A. Zerbel. Third row: R. Coleman, I. Van Sykle, P. Hull. E. Bryans. B. Burchett H. Altoft. E. Reinhardt. J. Burroughs, J. Burr N. Jaynes. M. Potterer. W. Sim. advisor Fourth row: B. Belsito. E. Beckwith. A. Feld pausch. C. Altoft, J. Wingcrden. A. Belsito K. Shellenbarger. N. Bryans. J. Slocum. J Whitmore. An entirely new method of electing the cheer- leaders this year, proved very successful. In pro- ceeding years, berths on the squad were accounted for by the amount of applause each person re- ceived. This year the electing was done by ballot- ing. Starting the football season off with a bang, the active boosters held five out of the eight pep meetings. They also have the credit of feeding both the home team and the visitors after two of the home games. Keeping up the morale of the rest of the stu- dent body was not as difficult a task as has been the case in previous years. Everyone, regardless of the club to which they belonged, seemed en thused and responded wholeheartedly to the de- mands of the cheerleaders. Great interest was shown in the pep rallys which were held at night around a bonfire at Johnson Field. As the cheerleading squad was increased to eight members, two additional uniforms were acquired. These were financed through the sale of blue and gold feathers, worn by all loyal Hast- ings rooters. The club also sold hot dogs, pop, and candy at some of the games. The annual spring dance, sponsored by the Pep Club, was held in the gym. Enchanting decorations seemed to make everyone forget about school and the things that go with it. but that was just what the club had hoped for. A gala time was had by all—including members of the faculty. Officers for the year were as follows: A1 Belsito, president; Kate Shellenbarger, vice-president; Janet Burroughs, secretary; Evelyn Bryans, treas- urer; Bonnie Singleton, reporter. The Pep Club was all its name implied and it was mainly interested in raising school spirit and in forming a nucleus for cheering at all the sports events. This club has other fetes to its credit other than just yelling, for they earned money to help the cheer leaders out and performed services for the school that make it what it is. SWIRLS AND TWIRLS Cheerleaders; left Co right: N. Sherman, N. Barrett. B. Burchett. B. BeUito. Captain B. Singleton. E. Beckwith. A. Feidpausch. M. Pierce. Middle left: Bonnie and Blanche. Lower left: Anne. Majorettes: left to right; B. Johnson. B. Tolles. J. Mil ler. Cheer Leaders Bonnie Singleton, Elaine Beckwith, Barbara Burchett, Marian Pierce, Anne Feidpausch, Norma Sherman, Blanche Belsito, and Nancy Barrett were chosen by the student body as cheerleaders for the 1949-50 sport’s season. Ballots were cast at the first meeting of the cheerleaders and Bonnie Singleton was elected captain. After several of the games the girls helped serve lunches to the teams. The energy and enthusiasm of this group kept the morale of the Varsity and the Junior Varsity high with their new and peppy yells. The girls were advised by Miss Yvonne Smith and Mr. Wright Sim. Only two of the present squad will be back next year but we are sure they will do a swell job. Letters were awarded to: Bonnie Single- ton, Elaine Beckwith, Barbara Burchett, Anne Feidpausch, and Norma Sherman. Majorettes Our long awaited majorettes finally arrived this year w'hen Beverly Johnson and Betty Tolies were chosen to fill the positions on September 22. Jane Miller was selected as first alternate. The Junior Chamber of Commerce donated three snappy uniforms which were presented to the girls by Charles Leonard, Jr. Through out the winter months the girls practiced hard and they also took lessons from George Walbridge of Holland. We didn’t see much of the girls with the marching band this year because they didn’t receive their uniforms on time. But we are looking forward to seeing them perform on the athletic field during the coming football season. The cheerleaders and the majorettes were active and devoted much of their time to practice and performance. The cheerleaders could be found nearly every half-hour period in the gym pre- paring for the games that were to come and the majorettes also spent much time practicing this new” art which H.H.S. now has. CAN’T SAY AS I DID, AND yy First row; left to right: B. Singleton. M. Gillicpic, B. McLeod. P. Bughee. M. Wright. J. Herman. Mr. Herbert Moyer. advi� or. Second row: H. Robert� . P. Wilke� . E. Gwinn. E. Jame� . M. Gatkill, B. Cort- right. J. McWebb. Following up their magnificent production of “You Can’t Take It With You” as last year’s Junior Play, the seniors produced a smash hit again this year. It was “Anne of Green Gables,” under the direction of Herbert Moyer. The cast was well chosen, featuring Bonnie Singleton por- traying Anne, a poor little orphan girl. The opening scene focused on Joan Herman, who played the Supertintendent of the Asylum. She was a woman who was strict about having her orders obeyed, but was by nature kind and be- nevolent. Phyllis Bugbce who acted as Minnie Steam, was the asylum’s nurse and was inclined to be irritated by the slightest happening. Marian Becker was Mrs. Spencer who came to pick out an orphan to take to Manila and Mat- thew Cuthbert, played by Marcelle Gillespie and Bill Cortright respectively. Manila was a woman who had her own ideas as to the fittingness of things and was sister to Matthew, who was a very generous and kind man. Mrs. Barry, a woman with a frank and sincere nature and Diana Barry’s mother, was portrayed by Beryl Mcl.eod. Mrs. Rachel Lynde a woman who loved to give advice and was the town’s gossip was played bv Marjorie Wright. Diana Barry, a bosom friend to Anne was played by Evelyn Gwinn. She was a girl of an affectionate nature, earnest and sincere hut lacked Anncs great imagination. Mrs. Allan, who had a ready smile and fine understanding of humanity was taken by Marcia Gaskill. Josie Pye, a girl who giggled constantly and was at her best when relating a choice piece of gossip, was portrayed by Evelyn James. Moody Spurgeon, a boy with a permanent ex- pression on his face and who had never been known to smile was played by Paul Wilkes. Jack McWebb played Gilbert Blythe, who, in spite of the fact that he was “all boy” and enjoyed playing pranks, was sincere and refined in manner. Ira Mills, Manila’s long lost love, who was a tall and distinguished man was portrayed by Harold Roberts. The student director was Anne Feldpausch, who assisted Mr. Moyer back stage, as prompter. Anne of Green Gables” was one of the out- standing plays presented by Senior Classes and will not be soon forgotten. The students who participated in the Senior play this year spent many a night burning the midnight oil to learn their lines and dramatic gestures. This work teas well rewarded, for the play was a big hit! The cast, along with the other students who helped put it on, all had a jolly time producing it, and will always remember their trials and tribulatiotis! RED THREES TO GRAND SLAMS Canustu Club First Row; left to riaht: G. Dunn. E. Becker, C. WeMpointer, G. Compton. D. Bradford. J. Adami, D. Steinke. T. Cummins . Second row: Mr. Turkal. advisor. A. Snyder. J. Mat- Arthur, J. Helm, L. Hawthorne. B. Johnson, H. Frandsen, J. Stem. Third Row: G. Finnic. J. Fcldpausch. J. Johnson, E. Bush. D. Rose, M. Patton. R. Cappon. T. Knopf. Fourth Row: E. Turncs, M. Turnes, G. Shirkcy. D. Scohey. N. Ziegler. D. Davenport. K. Baulch. Auction Bridge Club Left to right: R. Maurer, E. Kurr, Mis Rob- son. advisor. D. Brown. Contract Bridge Club Left to right: E. Burr. B. McLeod. L. Maurer. M. Reynolds. It didn't take long for the card sharks to get organized and their noses buried in a deck of cards. In Room 306 a group of energetic students put their hearts as well as their lungs into every play as a hard fought game of Canasta got under way. The Bridge Clubs were a bit more reserved but sometimes when things got tough, lung power was used there also. SNOW SHUFFLES “Winter Wonderland” was presented by the Junior Class, December 17. The Christmas theme was uniquely developed with a silver sleigh filled with Christmas packages. Jack Wingerden’s band put the final touches to the evening with his smooth music. Everyone present will agree it was a very nice dance. The Sophomore Class sponsored the second winter dance February 11. To signify the Valen- tine season, it was called “Sweetheart’s Frolic” A huge heart was placed in the center of the gym, under which the dancers moved to the rhythmic beat of Jack Wingerden’s band. This was a very special event, for the school was honored by the presence of the King and Queen of Ffearts. The master of ceremonies presented a heart shaped box of candy to Her Highness Shirlee Freeland and His Majesty Herbert Beadle. This year the number of all school dances teas increased to five and the Public Service Commission was busy issuing permits. There were all kinds of dances, from the old fashion square dances to sophisticated dress up dances. Much work went into the preparations for the dances and those who attended had pleasant association with their classmates other than in the schoolroom. FEMININE SOCIETY First Row; left to right: E. Beckwith. A. Zerhal, B. Tolles. J. Brockway. C. Case, J. Miller. A. Dean. L. Compton, D. Young, J. Osborn, J. McLaughlin, B. Johnson. Second Row: B. Belsito, N. Sherman. D. Derry, J. Welton, B. Clark. A. Waldron. S. Yoder, J. Slocum. Third Row: E. Gwinn. S. Brandstettcr. M. Gaskill, S. Freeland, J. Moore, M. Wright, A. McGlocklin, J. Story, L. Hawthorne. Mi� Smith, advisor. Fourth Row: M. Blough. M. Martin. A. Feldpausch. L. Scobey. M. Gillespie. M. Steinke. president. Fifth Row: E- Stadel. W. Yeiter, E. James. G. Brockway. J. Herman. The Y-Teen activities started out this year with a gay old time at Algonquin Lake for the prospec- tive members. Plenty of hotdogs, potato chips, and everything else that goes with a picnic, followed by a business meeting, made a full evening. Three weeks later the informal initiation started from Sally Brandstetter’s, and ended (and we do mean ended!) at Marcelle Gillispie’s farm. The so-called lunch was very inviting but due to circumstances beyond our control it could not be fully ap- preciated. The formal initiation was included in the annual Mother’s Tea in the Central playroom. This was a very impressive ceremony, with candle- light. which added much meaning to the pledge taken by the new members. The girls gave their mother’s corsages of mums and served a lunch which was enjoyed by all. A short business meeting completed the eve- ning. After the formal initiation the Y-Teens really got down to business. They collected Swan Soap wrappers for a pro- ject sponsored by CARE, which enabled more people overseas to have the use of soap. The Junior Red Cross drive was also sponsored by the Y-Teens, thus proving they are partly a service organization. At Christmas time, the girls contri- buted food stuffs, from which a committee made baskets and delivered them to needy families here in Hastings. In January, the girls also participated in the Polio drive by collecting money in the downtown district, to add to our local Polio Fund. As spring approached plans were being thought over concerning a project for Pennock Hospital. They may be carried out this year or next. Realizing that “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy,” the girls enjoyed movies at one of their meetings and also went swimming oc- casionally at the Y.W.C.A. in Battle Creek. The officers of the Y-Teens are Mary Steinke, president, Margaret Dutterer, vice-president, Eve- lyn Gwinn, secretary, and Gloria Brockway, treasurer. Meetings are held regularly every two weeks at the different homes of the Y-Teen mem- bers. At the first of the year the dreaded Y-Teen initiations were held, which started the year’s activities for this group. This has been a busy year for these girls, and recreation such as Monday night swimming, helped fill out the year’s program of service with a lot of fun to boot. THE QUIET CLUBS Book and Poetry Club Left co right: I. Ryan. R. Moc, A. Har- ris. J. Hill. G. Clark. S. DcmonJ. P. Hecox. Mi� Zuttermeister. advisor. R. Randall. A. Gordon. Chess and Checker Club Left to right: F. Foote, T. Cleveland. R. Teits. J. Gallup. Second row: R. Lewis, C. Howe. R. Welton. B. Granger, Mr. Reinhardt, advisor. H. Howell. Foreign Correspondence Club Left to right: C. Jordan. M. Cortright, R. Bancroft. B. Dalman. D. Huhbard. E. Eaton. Miss McElwain. advisor. Sewing and Handicraft Club Left to right: M. Jones, I. Saunders. M. Haywood, Miss Dontje. advisor. B. Rogers. J. Moe. When classes are cut short a little each month for the purpose of club hour, scampering feet can be seen heading for their club rooms. Part of this heard ends up in either The Book and Poetry Club, The Chess and Checkers Club, Foreign Correspondence, or The Seiving and Handi- craft Club. These four clubs are engaged in the activities their names imply and all members seem to enjoy them. EXPERIENCE PLUS Returning lettermen to baseball; left to right: E. Tookcr, J. Adam . R. Miller. B. Schreiner, H. Leon bardt. F. Whitworth, L. Beadle, L. Lang, coach. Returning lettermen to track; stand- ing. left to right: J. Burchett. N. Sinclair, C. Annahlc, B. Cortright, A. Turkal, coach. Kneeling, left to right: J. Me Webb, L. D. Becker, H. Roberts, J. Wingerden. Absent from picture: N. Heath. A. Voisard. Returning lettermen to golf; left to right: I). Bradford. G. Finnic, H. Reinhardt, coach. Absent from pic- ture: D. Shriver. Returning lettermen to tennis; left to right: B. Withers, coach, K. Baulcn. Absent from picture: D. Skinner. 11 the sirring a young man's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of track, baseball, tennis, and golf, at least those were the thoughts of the returning lettermen this year. Although these fellows pictured here are just the returning let ermen, others were out in the warm spring sun earning themselves a letter also. These fellows like to unfold their limbs after a long winter of SPRING SPORTS REVIEW Baseball Coach Lew is Lang and his 1949 baseball squad opened the season in defense of their West Cen- tral League title by knocking off Greenville 2-0 at Johnson Field. From there on in, it was the Saxons all the way to another League title and a season record of eight wins, two losses, and a tie. Hastings Game Opp. Hastings Game Opp. 1 Greenville 0 7 Ionia 1 2 Belding 0 4 Greenville 0 6 Ionia 6 3 State High 4 12 St. Johns 1 6 Marshall 5 16 St. Johns 0 3 Marshall 1 0 Belding 1 Track The Saxon cinder squad lacked the balance necessary to be a top notch outfit and as a result won only one duel meet, took a three-way tie for ninth in the Hastings Relays, and a fourth place in the Regionals. Although the Varsity didn’t show- up so well in the West Central League meet, the Freshman came through to win their division title, while the best their big brothers could do was take a third place behind Greenville and Ionia. The duel meet results were as follow-s: Golf The 1949 Saxon golf squad, with three return- ing lettermen in the fold, prepared for a season of tough competition by daily after-school prac- ice sessions at Hastings Country Club. The team, coached by Herb Reinhardt and George Wells, the local pro, brought home the runners-up medals in the Regional meet at Grand Rapids and thereby qualified for the State Championships at Kalama- zoo, in which they took ninth out of a field of fifteen. The record for the duel meets is as follows: Hastings Meet Opponent 2' 2 Lakeview 914 0 Battle Creek Central 12 14 4 Greenville 3 4 6 Greenville 9 Tennis Tennis, a sport which was dropped from our agenda during the war years, was again added to the 1949 sports schedule, and Bruce Withers was acquired as coach. With a large number of pros- pects interested, the team quickly organized and played a schedule of six duel contests plus the West Central League and Regional meets. Captain Doug Carrigan w'as undefeated as No. 1 singles man in all matches except the Regionals, where he was dropped in the quarter finals. In the league meet the Saxon netters completely domi- nated play and swept all opposition with ease Hastings Meet Opponent The results of duel contests were as follows: 36 Charlotte 72 2 Hastings—Augusta lost Hastings— 39 Greenville 70 Hastings—Augusta tied Galesburg won 74 Grand Ledge 35 Hastings—Lowell tied Hastings— 19 Battle Creek Central 90 Hastings—Lowell lost Middleville won shoveling snow and limber up with track and baseball, two of the old stand by’s, and tennis and golf which were revived last spring, having been discontinued during the war. This year the schedules for spring sports were heavier than usual, having added competition, and we were glad to see the great response from the fellows. MASCULINE FELLOWSHIPS First Row; left to right: R. King, advisor. F. Whitworth. B. Cortright. C. Annablc, J. Wingcrden. G. Finnic. Second Row: J. Me Webb, D. Bryans. P. McKrough. D. Skinner. J. Gregory. J. Adams, D. Bradford. J. Radford. Third Row: K. Hampton. D. Annablc. R. James. D. Steinkc. T. Cummings. Kneeling, left to right: E. Tooker. J. Rad- ford. J. Me Webb. Standing, left to right: C. Annablc. V. Smith. D. Bryans. H. Leon hardt. L. Beadle, J. Wingcrden. F. Whit- worth. K. Hampton. A. Voitard, C. Milter. Hi-Y Club The Hi-Y Club, sponsored by the Y.M.C.A., is one of the most active clubs in the school. The organization, which is directed by Mr. Robert King, is a very worth while club and affords mem- bers the privilege of taking part in many activities. After the fall initiation of ten new members the club sold football and basketball pencils, sponsored pep meetings and speakers for assemb- lies. On December 9 Charles Annable, Gordon Finnie, and Don Skinner were sent to the state capitol for the two-day Hi-Y legislature. Other activities included indoor swimming in Kalama- zoo and Battle Creek, guest speakers for regular meetings, movies, and out-of-town conventions. The club gave a large donation to the World Youth Fund also. The year ended with the ini- ation of more new members. Officers for the year were Charles Annablc, president; Frank Whitworth, vice-president; Gor- don Finnie, secretary; Bill Cortright, treasure, and Jack Wingerden, Sergeant-at-Arms. Varsity Club As you all know from last fall’s discussion on letter sweaters, that the membership of the club is made up of letter winners only. In the past, the club has been fairly inactive. This year things were different. First they added some amendment to the constitution, and pub- lished it so students would know the regulations. Next they saw movies of two football games. Coach Hanson said it would be a good idea if the club raise some money and build a whirlpool bath for injured Saxon athletes. It would take seventy-five dollars to build it, and Coach Hanson would construct it. To raise money the boys sold candy at noon and the district basketball tourna- ments. They also sponsored a blackout basketball game. Soon Coach Hanson had things started and the bath was completed and was being used by the track and baseball squads. This was one year the club was very active, thanks to Coach Hanson and their leader Charlie Annable. The hoys have their day in the Hi-Y and the Varsity Club. These two organizations were very active in and around school performing various serivees. The Hi-Y is a national organiza- tion and most of their meetings are held outside of school time. The Varsity Club meets during their regular club hour and spends the time resting up from their sports activities. WINGS, BROWNIES, AND SORE FEET Model Club Fir i Row; left to right: J. Wcndel. F. Tobias, D. Johnson. N. Mealy. R. Hughe . Second Row: W. Norri . D. Dalman, C. Busta nee, D. OtU, B. Gutchess, F. Fuhr, E. Campbell, D. Preston. Third Row: Mr. Wither� , advisor, A. Meinert. B. Beuhler. J. Roger . R. Deming, S. Owens. M. Moore. Camera Club Fir t Row; left to right: D. Adam . V. Colvin. M. Todd. R. Silvernail, P. Sheldon. Second Row: S. Lowell. E. Tobia . B. Burke v. J. Maurer, K. O'Donnell, Mr. Hine. advisor. Usher Club First Row; left to rijjht: M. Davi . J. Sever- ence, P. Wood . A. Slocum. Second Row: S. Klcvorn. V. Benton. Mi Smith, advisor, J. Kuempel. S. Roger� . The Model Club may sound a little feminine to be composed of boys, but don’t get the wrong impression, it was really a club for fellows interested in airplanes and flying. Two other clubs, which were all their names implied, were the Camera Club, interested in working in the dark — developing pictures, and the Usher Club, in the limelight, furnishing ushers for almost all school affairs. SAXONETTES First Row; left to right: E. Becker. R. Ohlman. B. Boyne, V. Colvin, J. Stem. H. Frandsen. S. Doyle. M. Webb. J. Helm. A. Newton. J. Feldpau ch, C. Zimmerman. L. Linnington. Second Row: L. Compton, P. Cheney, D. Trinklein. M. Kaechele, D. Crabb. K. Blough. G. Dunn. J. Stem. B. I.ens. H. Labcrteaux. J. Whitmore. P. Reaser. M. Maurer. Third Row: D. Adam� , B. Dalman, B. Rogers, J. Kuempcl. M. Davis, J. Brockway, M. Andrus, E. Kurr. M. Corde� , H. Altoft, J. Slocum. L. Johnson. J. MacArthur. This year, G.A.A. began with Jan Brockway seated in the president’s chair. Her legal followers were: Sue Harrington, senior manager; Mary Jane Andrus, junior manager, Lenore Compton assistant manager; sophomore manager was Mary Lou Kaechele and assistant manager was Mary Lou Davis; and not to he forgotten were our poor be- wildered freshmen who elected Audrey Newton as manager and Janet Feldpausch as assistant manager. Miss Yvonne Smith was the unfortunate advisor, but from all appearances she really didn’t mind. Fall brought with it volley ball and socker, plus a few badly bruised shins. Every Thursday night after school the girls would meet again only to be- come more crippled each time. But just the same, they all survived. It wasn’t all play for the girls, for early in the year, they revised the constitution. One of the direct results was the change from numerals to chevrons as first year awards. Later in the fall, the girls put on a volley hall exhibit at Open House, and later still they sold pop at the football games and candy at noon. Winter came flourishing in and so did basket- ball, much to everyones’ joy. It seems this was the best liked sport and incidently, it wasn’t so hard on them. Then they met in the gym Tuesday nights after supper for hard-fought games of bas- ketball. Wanting to show their skill physically as well as mentally, they even played the teachers. Spring sort of creeped up on them and so did soft ball. Spring also brought with it “Field-Day, the event in which G.A.A. girls from the surround- ing schools met here at Hastings to compete with our active group. By now the brigade had acquired the name of well-rounded athletes, and in G.A.A. they found the foundation of sportsmanship and co-operation. The sports minded girls had their chances to let off a little excess steam when they joined the Girls Athletic Association. From soccer in the Fall, to basketball in the Winter, to softball in the Spring, these girls spent many hours trying to earn awards. Their efforts were well rewarded for they not only earned awards, but learned valuable lessons in sportsmanship. ESTHETIC AND PRACTICAL Outdoor Club Left to right: D. Cute lei n. J. Duffy, L. Pennington. J. Fowler, B. James. G. Earle, J. Drum. E. McLaughlin. D. Wait, J. Blossom. C. Keeler. Mr. Fowler, advisor. Know Hutting Club Left to right: Mr. Taylor, advitor, B. Seay, R. Demond, B. Castclein. K. Evan . M. Hawthorne. D. Annahle. D. Bryan . D. Gray. M. William . I. Wendel, S. Rau. S. Myer . R. Heriel. B. Morgan. N. Bennett. F. Sprague. A. Eaton. N. Cain, D. Robinson. I. Atplund. R. Gable. D. McMurray. M. Allerding. J. Myer . K. Bomb. M. Moan. G. Slocum. R. Haywood. M. J. Gordon. F. Hook. D. Brauer. J. Cad- w alder. P. Curtis. Songster Club First row; left to right: B. Wilder. D. Crabb. R. Ohlman. A. Dean, M. Woods. D. Brown. N. Allen. A. Newton. P. Cheney. L. Roush B. Sackett. P. Bugbee. E. Reinhardt. J Will. W. Payne. P. Foster. C. Miller. D. Truman, D. Pultz. M. Gillespie. C. Mam. J. Kenniston. H. E verre tt. R. Dav� . Mr. Moyer, advbor. Load up the bus, the Know Hastings Club is going to the Manufacturing Company today. Yes, this club not only has fun but learns many valuable facts about the town we live in. Another club which puts its time to Sood use in the field of nature is the Outdoor Club, while the Songster Club raised their voices to the sky and generally had a good time singing. SCHOLARSHIP SUPERB Pirn row; left to right: C. Annablc. A. Fcldpau� ch, B. Cortright. L. Compton. M. Gillespie, E. Stadel. E. Gwinn, J. Herman. E. Kurr. C. Loftus. S. Rau. M. Reynolds. Second row; left to right: B. Belsito, J. Osborn. N. Barry. I. Asplund. R. Annahle, M. Andrus, M. Steinke. N. Jaynes. L. A. Sconey, M. Tobias. A. Waldron. W. Yeitcr. D. Young. M. Duttcrer. C. Coats. Third row; left to right: M. Zuttcrmcister. A. Dontje, E. Taylor. T. Gies, F. Jones. The most noteworthy occurrance of the year was the initiation of the new members for the National Honor Society in Central Auditorium on March 16. This impressive ceremony was con- ducted by the old members and the faculty ad- visors. Early in the year the Honor Society was in- vited to a Rotary dinner, and then on March 29, both the old and new members were invited to a dinner at the Kiwanis. Evelyn Gwinn and Mar- celle Gillispie were selected by the Honor Society to take the National Honor Society’s scholarship tests. The object of the National Honor Society is to promote scholarship, develop leadership, stimulate a desire to render service, and to encourage the development of character. Membership in this organization is based on these four qualities. The Hastings chapter of this organization is named after William T. Wallace, the principle emeritus of H.H.S. who represents the ideals on which the Honor Society is founded. It is inter- esting to know that the National Honor Society is the equivalent of the college Phi Beta Kappa. The officers of the Honor Society include Carlton Coats as President, Margaret Duttcrer as Vice-President, Marcelle Gillispie as Secretary, and Mr. Vanderbrook as Treasurer. As initiations for the National Honor Society drew near there was speculation in the air as to who would he the ones that were to he honored hy invitations into the society. We were proud of all those chosen hy the teachers committee, hut we also wish to congratulate those others who have worked hard hut received no recognition other than their own satisfaction. HENRY, HOW COULD YOUV Standing; left to right: B. Durkcc. M. Reynolds. B. Tolle� , L. Compton, G. Lydy, Mi� � Smith, director, M. Andru� , T. Cummings. B. Nielson. C. Miller, A. Dean, R. Gwinn, N. Allen. Sitting; left to right: B. Clark, D. Lewis, D. Brown, C. Case, J. Osborn. The Junior Class presented the comedy “What A Life,” on March 31, as the annual junior pro- duction. The theme of the comedy was Henry Aldrich, and concerned his trials in school caused some- what by his absentmindedness. A little romance entered in when Henry, Bill Durkey, decided Barb Pearson, Ann Dean, was worth the sixty- cent admission fee to a school dance. Poor Henry was accused of everything from cheating on tests to robbing the school of its musical instruments. George Bigelow, Chuck Miller, and Mr. Patterson, Tom Cummings, didn’t help Henry’s situation any since they either disliked or misunderstood him. David Brown played Principal Bradley while Bev Johnson portrayed his snobbish secretary. Gary Lydy, Nelson, the assistant principal, seemed to understand Henry better than even his mother, Donna Derry. Nelson Allen was Fergurson, the tough “cop.” Myron Reynolds as Bill, Mr. Vec- chito Bob Neilson, and Gertie, Bobbie Clark, added a little spice to the plot. Janet Osborn and Mary Andrus portrayed parts of two teachers. Miss Eggleston and Miss Wheller, respectively. Others in the cast included Ralph Gwinn, Lenore Compton, Donna Lewis, Betty Tolies, and Crystal Case. The Spring teas a busy one as usual as the Juniors produced their first play and following that they entertained the Seniors at the annual J-Hop. As the final touches to a school year, the Senior’s were found busily preparing classnight and then on June 2, with graduation, they closed the doors of H.H.S. and to four of the best years of their lives.