Havana High School - Havanual Yearbook (Havana, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 84 of the 1956 volume:

ducking in to bring you ... A record of the Hauana Ducks' past year at... baaas n HBB jaa. m is «kS.IIHD 371711 HAVANA COMMUNITY HIGH ♦ Dedication ♦ We, the graduating class of 1956 are proud to co-dedicate this our Havanual to Miss Alletha Linebaugh and Mr. Walter I. Blcssman, Jr. Miss Linebaugh was our class sponsor for the first two of our years at Havana Community High School. During that time she worked tire- lessly in this capacity to help us to meet the many demands of our Freshman and Sophomore years. Mr. Blessman being our class sponsor for our last two years of High School has exercised un- ceasing energy and patience to instruct us in a proper way so that we will be better able to face life and it’s problems when we have graduated. Although there have been many others both in and out of school that have helped us to grow to maturity we feel a special indebtedness to these fine people for their efforts to aid us in our many activities. We sincerely appreciate their efforts and wish to express our thanks to Miss Linebaugh and Mr. Blessman in this our last project. MISS ALLETHA LINEBAUGH Class of '56 Freshman-Sophomore Sponsor MR. WALTER I. BLESSMAN, Jr. Class of '56 Junior-Senior Sponsor 4 Jr-Sr Hopefuls. Fresh-Soph Hopefuls. Here And There We Three Kings. A Weighty Problem. The Roaring Twenties? The Last Roundup. VOCAL SOLOS GIRLS TRIO BOYS QUARTET Georgia Fay Mohlman, Allen McDaniel, Marilyn Kokc, Georgia Fay Mohlman, Kent Lowe, Jim Morgan, Priscilla Griffin. Judy Boyd. Tom Fuson, Steve Mounce. BRASS SEXTET Terry Gannon, Vicki Crabtree, Jerry Keith, Douglas Melton, Gene Harbison, Randy Eaton. BAND SOLO ENTRIES Terry Gannon, Douglas Melton, Marilyn Koke, Dixie Adkins, Nancy Wolfe. CORNET DUET Lucy Hunter, Ann Cunningham. FLUTE-OBOE DUET Lucinda Boyd, Judy Boyd. Mus c Contestants Each year the Havana High School Music Department enters many of its musicians in the annual State Music Contest. Both solo and ensemble entries work hard for the event. An A rating in the district contest allows the contestant to participate in the state contest. This is truly an honor. Everyone looks for- ward to this event. GIRLS CHORUS First rote left to riglti: Dixie Adkins, Linda Lucbcck, Linda Elmore, Sue Saurcr, Ann Fletcher, Priscilla Rudolph, Elsie Dierkcr. Second rote: Linda Koke, Patsy Oswalt, Judy Boyd, Marilyn Kokc, Patty Rose Oswald, Mary Vandcrvcen, Camilla Putnam. Third rote: Brenda Woliers, Norma Trimpc, Marianne Bearcc, Charlotte Shawgo, Georgia Fay Mohlman, Barbara Brown. CLARINET DUET Joan Taylor, Nancy Wolfe. CLARINET QUARTET Donna Sigmund, Judy Fornoff, Linda Bucy, Nancy Higginbotham. MIXED CLARINET QUARTET Madeline Johnson, Charlotte Shawgo, Della Craggs, Dixie Adkins. Meet Captain Kidd “Meet Captain Kidd” was an operetta in two acts given by the Music Department on March 25 under the direction of Homer Herink. CAST Captain Kidd ............................... Marvin Figle Larry Vernon ..................................Kent Lowe Jeanne Bilodeau ............................Marilyn Koke Mike Allen lcl anicl Dr. Samuel Culpepper Tom Fuson Dr. Lemuel Culpepper ..........................Jin� Morgan Blackbeard ...................................Louis Dye Juliette ..................... -...............Ann Fletcher Chiquita .....................................Patsy Oswalt Antoinette ...................................Norma Trimpc Margarita ....................................Elsie Dierker Jacques Biladcau .............................Eddie Wagner Sir Reginald ...................................Ken Gobble Girl Crazy PLAY CAST Jake ..........Allen Post Danny ...................................Jack Braendle Louie ...... -............................Scott Gibson Cactus .............................Jerry Baumgartner Lucky ...................................Ronnie Winkles Pete ....................................Larrv West man Lank ....................................Leland Keith Molly .................................Sally Matthews Tesa .................................. Marianne Bcarcc Rose Barbara Brown Betty .......................................Ann Velde Janet ..................................Elsie Dierker Laura .................................. Liz Dallmann Sally ..................................Marilyn Charticr Babs ................................Ruth Ann O’Grady Sam Mason ............................. Robb Alexander Eagle Rock ............................... Bob Arnold State Police Danny Carpenter 9 PLAY CAST Connie Barton ..........................Marilyn Koke Ralph Barton ................................Allen Post Aunt Etta Elsie Dicrkcr Donald Regan ...........................Jack Braendle Grandmother ..................... Donna Shafer April .......................................Ann Velde May ...........................................Marianne Bearce June ...................................Brenda Woltcrs Taris ..................................Sally Matthews Leona ..................................Barbara Brown He Couldn't Marry Flue Sweetheart Dance Kxcitement bubbled around the school as the F.F.A. and F.H.A. prepared for the Sweetheart Dance which was held on February 11. Bonnie Barker and Ronny Winkles were elected to reign over the dance from candidates elected from the sponsoring clubs. The west half of the gym was decorated in Valentine colors and the snow out- side added beauty to the dance within. H-Club Dance On April 1 the annual H-club banquet anti prom was held. A delicious dinner was served to the H club members and their dates by the F.H.A. After the banquet a lovely dance was held in the band room. The band room was decorated attractively and a fine orchestra furnished music for the evening. The evening was enjoyed by all. Barbara Hall was elected to reign over the dance. Junior - Senior On May 13 the Junior Class entertained the Senior Class at the annual Jr.-Sr. Prom. The west half of the gymnasium was beautifully decorated according to the theme of “Under the Sea.” The orchestra for the evening was Spud Griffith, who led his group in the theme song “Ebb Tide” during the Grand March. It was an evening long to be remembered. Prom Solemn Seniors. Arf! Arf! Shoe Shine Boys. Plunka-plunka. 14 There wasn’t much in the first place. Faculty And Seniors 16 mi RHH Principal Mr. S. Howard Van Dyke B. S. McKcndrec College M. A. Northwestern University Principal and Physics To Mr. S. H. Van Dyke we wish to express our gratefullncss, for in his capable hands our secondary education has been entrusted. His profound interest in our education is an example of the wisdom which he possesses. Faculty and Board of Education We, the graduating class of 1956 wish to sincerely thank the Faculty and Board of Education for their patience and understanding during our four years at Havana Community High School. Through their efforts we hope to succeed. Seated left to right: Gerald Ronnctt, Ralph Vanderveen, Edward Walker. Standing left to right: Wayne Woltcrs. Henry Steltcr, Earl Nuding, Ray Matthews. 18 Mr. Leroy Pickett B. A. McKendree College M. A. University of Illinois Dean of Boys. United States History World History Miss Alletha Linebaugh B. S. in Ed. Western Illinois State College M. A. Western Illinois State College Dean of Girls, English I Mr. Walter I. Blessman Jr. B. S. in Ed. Western Illinois State Teachers College M. A. Western Illinois State Teachers College Math Miss June Fernetti B. S. Western State College Physical Education Biology Mr. Fred Frankson A. B. 11 aniline University Master’s Degree—U. of Illinois Latin and English III, IV Miss Mildre.d V. Gant B. A. Culver-Stock ton English II and Librarian Mrs. Gladys E. Henderson B. S. in Ed. Western III. State Teachers College M. A. Columbia University Commercial Arts Mr. Homer Herink B. S. in Ed., III. State Normal U. Band and Chorus 19 Faculty Mrs. Dorothy A. Kreiling B. S. in Ed. III. State Normal U. Commercial Arts Mr. James Laugharn B. S. Illinois State Normal U. Industrial Arts M iss Ann McKonc B. S. Western III. State College Home Economics Mr. William Renoud B. S. in Agriculture, U. of III. Agriculture Mrs. Cora Lee Shirley R. N. Peoria State Hospital Michael Reese, Chicago Loyola University, Chicago Nurse Mr. Charles Sullivan B. S. in Ed., Eastern Illinois State College M. A. Western III. State College General Science, Civics and Eco. Mrs. Carol Umbach B. S. University of Illinois Home Economics Mr. Arnold Van Ettcn B. S. Bradley U., Physical Education, Coach Mr. Kenneth Weeks B. S. in Ed. Bradley U. General Math., Business Educa- tion, Coach 20 Mrs. Donna Weeks Office Clerk Miss Carolyn Kreiling B. S. Agriculture Secreta r H. C H. S. Staff COOKS Miss Bernice Hahn Miss Wilhclmina Halm Mrs. Archie Akridge CUSTODIANS Mr. George Wheclock Mr. Melvin Lyons 21 Mr. Karl Rayburn Senior Memories A small bomb was started at H.C.H.S. in the fall of 1952, in the form of 88 “green freshmen. It bad grown a little from the graduating class of Central by the added ingredients of new students from the country schools and other towns. Our leader for the first of our four years towards completion of our bomb was Miss I.inebaugh. Her helpers were Brenda Wolters, president; Marianne Bcarce, vice-president; Leland Keith, secretary: and Allen Post, treasurer. Our bomb started off well that year as many took part in the Freshman-Sophomore play entitled “The Baby-Sitter. Entering our sophomore year we found our bomb had decreased to 76 in number but we were still just as big if not bigger in determination to be completed. Once again Miss Linebaugh was our leader, with Allen Post, president; Brownie Schulte, vice-president; and Elizabeth Dallmann, secretary-treasurer; as her helping ingredients. Our bomb again showed its strength in having several members in the Freshman-Sophomore play entitled, “You Can’t Kiss Caroline.” New leaders were given us when we entered our Junior year in the form of Miss Sheley and Mr. Blessman. We found our bomb numbering only 59 that year, but we again showed our power under the guidance of Emily Prince, president; Allen Post, vice-president; and Ruth Ann O'Grady, secretary-treasurer. As juniors we showed our strength in one of our biggest and busiest years. We sold concessions at the football and basketball games, picked up corn after school, and took part in the annual magazine drive. At Homecoming that year our junior c'ass float won first place. All of this along with our junior class play, “Girl Crazy , helped us to raise money for our Junior-Senior Prom. We selected our class rings from the Jostcn Company who had prepared a special crest for us. In the spring of that year we bad our prom, the theme being “Under the Sea.” with Spud Griffith's orchestra for music. The fall of 1955 found us as “upper classman,” also our bomb was almost complete even though it had decreased to 49. Although we were few in number we again proved that we were great in power. Under the sponsorship of Mr. Blessman we elected Allen Post, president; Marianne Bearce, vice-president; and re-elected Ruth Ann O'Grady, secretary-treasurer. In the fall we presented our class play entitled “fie Couldn’t Mary Five,” selected our an- nouncements from the Herff Jones Company, and sold con- cessions at the basketball games. Our class was in charge of the Homecoming parade as well as having a float entered. In the spring we were the guests of the juniors at the Junior-Senior Prom, which we enjoyed very much. We also went on our Senior class trip and bad a lot of fun. Our last activity at H.C.H.S. before our bomb exploded was our commencement, which we had all looked forward to, but when it was over we realized that we were leaving behind us many pleasant memories and a lot of good times. It was on commencement night that our bomb was set off and like a bomb when it explodes wc went in many direc- tions as wc all had different ambitions. Commencement night made our class the first to complete four years at the new high school and we hope the future students at H.C.H.S. will enjoy their years there as much as wc enjoyed ours. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Allen Post President Marianne Bearcc Vice-President Ruth Ann O’Grady Secretary-Treasurer Dixie Adkins One of the clarinet players in the band. Site's always on hand when num- bers nre planned. Robb Alexander This rat's an artist, u real free- hnndcr. Who do we mean, why. Robb Alexander! Bob Arnold The boy with the D. A. Is our Bolt. He makes all the «iris' hearts throb. Judy Atwater Our own Judy Atwater, for nurse's tralnluK is bound. She hopes to bo at Memorial, when September rolls around. Bonnie Barker A Home He. major Is Bonnie B. In some colleice this fall site hopes to be. Jerry Baumgartner Always helpful and never mean. That's our old buddy, Jerry I ean. Senior Class Marianne Bcarce A future 1 . K. teacher Is Mari- anne B. She'll make n good one. ns you can see. Jack Bracndlc At basketball. Jack's a whiz. A number of points nre usually his. Barbara Brown The class actress is Barbara B.. Full of vigor and life is she. 23 Marie Budkc To tlie altar sin will go. When spring flowers begin tc� show. Danny Carpenter The shortest hoy in the class. With his I. Q. he'll always pass. Marilyn Charticr Spring plans have been made for Marilyn Cltnriicr. She hopes to be Gordon's at the end of the school year. Margaret (Smith) C'ecr The kindness shown by Margaret deer. Brings to everyone, best of cheer. Della Craggs A very, smart, and industrious Vo everyone, she’s a pal. Janice Da’c We will hold memories dear Of Janice, new to us this year. Class Song-Moments To Remember Elizabeth Dallmann A lively clieerleader Is lAz 1). With a warm smile for you and me. Margaret Dainmcrman Please take a look at Margaret, so cute and neat. The Senior class all think site's sweet. Elsie Dierker A friendly girl is Klsle ! .. A housewife someday site will be. Bruce Frank son New to our class this year. As n friend lie's always near 24 Tom Fuson Always dresses so well. In lire lie'll do swell. Bonnie Green Ronnie dreams of white weddlnir lace. And life ahead with Willie Pace. Tommy Ground Most thoughtful boy In the class. Our memories of him will always last. Ellen Marie Harris Ellen has a pet liorse. And riding it Is her hobby, of course. Jack Huff Show business used to Ik his lot. To direct the cars to their rifcht spot. Lcland Keith Inland Keith a success is bound to be For a hard worker Is he. Class Colors-Pink and Wkite Jean Kcough Jean Is the class brain. And will win her way to fame. .Marilyn Kokc A talented musician In every way, Site’s always ready, when asked to play. Robert Larson A carefree boy is Robert L. Grace surely thinks that he is swell. Sara Marklcy Small, sweet, and cute Is Sara M. She always looks neat and trim. 25 Donnie Morgan Although Donnie Ik a quiet lad. A harder worker ain't Ik luid. Sally Matthews One of our Cheerleaders Is Sally Ann. A good Job we think she'll land. Marlene Meyer Marlene has a Navy Man. A spring wedding is in her plan. Vicki Nicderer Vicki Ann. a girl who's neat. Our memories of her will always lie sweet. Ruth Ann O’Grady Cluirming. nice, and sweet. She certainly is neat. Ratty Rose Oswald The sweetest girl ns everyone knows. Is our own dear. Patty Hose. Class Flower-Camellia Patsy Oswalt Allen Post Emily Prince Hazel Reynolds Patsy Is artist of our class. Center on the basketball team. She is very fond of basketlMill. At aerobatics Hazel's swell. Memories of la r will always last. For Allen, we have great esteem. Ami in her work she'll never fall. All her classmates wish her we 26 Leon Robinson Slow and «temly Is hi pace, (.eon's sure to win the nice. Jack Schulte A pleasant and fun lovlnit boy. To others. Jack tries to hrinjt Joy. Donna Shafer Sweet and kind is Donna Kay. She appeared in the Senior Class play. Doris Sommer For everyone. Doris has a smile. Makes us feel, life's worth while. Ann Velde A neat jrlrl Is Ann V., A peppier «Irl you'll never see. Lonny Wcstman l-onny lias already found her man. Will she catch him? Ves. she can! Class Motto-Today’s Dream, Tomorrow s Realities Janet Whiteley Janet Is n sweet lass. A hard worker for the Senior Class. Ronnie Winkles A friendly personality brought him fame. Ronnie Winkles Is Ills nnme. Brenda Wolters Uremia was editor of tlie year- book. None of her friends, will she overlook. Fred Yacck Fred a member of Hr Senior Class. The pride and joy of some cute lass. 27 D. A. R. AWARD WINNER 1. BEST PERSONALITY Marie Budkc ami Ronnie Winkles. 2. MOST THOUGHTFUL Janet Whiteley and Tommy Ground. Each year a Senior girl is selected to he awarded the D. A. R. medal and award. This year the Senior Class and Faculty selected Ruth Ann O'Grady. Ruth Ann has been very active in extra-curricular ac- tivities while in high school. Some of the organizations she belonged to arc Chorus, Library Club, Booster Club, Ma- roon and White, and Havanual. She also was elected as Secretary-Treasurer of her class for the past two years. As a member of the Student Council she holds the office of Secretary. Being a hard worker and being liked by everyone she is well deserving of this award. Hall of Fame The Hail of Fame was chosen by all the sen- iors. Each senior was given a ballot and they put the name of the person they believed de- served these awards. We, the senior class feel that we have selected the students best fitted for these awards and are very pleased that they are in our class. 28 3. BEST ACTRESS and ACTOR Barbara Brown and Allen Post. 4 WARMEST SMILE Ruth Ann O’Grady and Leland Keith. 5. BEST DANCERS Patsy Oswalt and Bruce Frankson. 6. MOST MANNERLY Brenda Wolters and Leon Robinson. 7. MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Ruth Ann O’Grady and Brownie Schulte. 8. FRIENDLIEST Donna Kay Shafer and Jack Huff. 9. BEST DRESSED Margaret Dammerman and Tom Fuson. 10. BEST COMPLEXION Patty Oswald and Brownie Schulte. 11. BEST ATHLETES Emily Prince and Jack Bracndlc. Under Classmen 30 Junior Class Officers Kenny Gobble, Pres. Judy Boyd, See-Treas. Carol Harrison, V-Prcs. PejOcy Avery Larry Bohin James Boyles Ann Boothe Judith Boyd Eloisc Bryant Buddy Burgctt Camilla Chester Larry Coats Joyce Crater Nelson De Bona Junior Class Gene De Vorc Don De Wees Timothy Donoho Barbara Dye Charles Elmore Linda Elmore Lloyd Friedrich Kenneth Gobble Priscilla Griffin Eddie Haage Emilie Hackman Barbara Hall Gene Harbison Jim Harris Carol Lea Harrison Nancy Harris Ronald Hay Christine Henderson Marisuc Hickman Shirley Kuhlman Sandra Lascelles R. J. Lehnerr Patricia Lewis Sheila Malone Ronald Marklcy William Milner Gail Murdock Jack O’Grady Dean Petty Harold Potts Harold Prettyman Camilla Putnam Charles Rains James Raridon Betty Reynolds Priscilla Rudolph Garry Sames Jerald Sarncs Charlotte Shawgo Carol Shirley Stanley Sidwell Jack Smith Junior Class Rose Mary Smith Gloria Steele Robert Steging James Stcltcr Rosalie Stockham James Stroh Gary Tarvin Merle Tarvin Lewis Trent Clarice Trimpe Norma Jean Trimpe Barbara Upp Grace Van Hoorn Hilda Van Hoorn Eddie Wagner William Wicburg Rose Marie Wcmker Barbara Whittemorc Betty Williams Nancy Wolfe Carl Yacklcy Margaret Yaeck Robert Yacger Sophomore Class Officers Suzanne Satircr, Pres. Carol Hahn, V. Pres. David Himmcl. Sec.-Trea . Richard Auten Jon Barrett Margaret Baldwin Robert Boggs Judith Bohm Herman Bontjes Roseann Brown Sophomore Class Franklin Butt Ann Carter Joe Clccr Edith Collins William Conner Michael Cunningham John Curlcss David De Wees Lewis Dye Daniel Eaton Bill Edwards David Eiiinan Bernice Elmore Gary Emmons Ann Fletcher Mary Ann Fletcher Sharon Fletcher Thomas Foster Carol Hahn Jon Hall A Audrey Harden Glenda Hay Rose High David Himmel Garoldine Huston Gerald Keith Linda Kokc Wendell Lane Ruth Larson Vernon Lascclles Donald Lawrence Dena Lippert Kent Lowe Linda Lucbcck Kenneth Lynch Charles Markley Merlin May Martha McAllister Allan McDaniel Steve McGrew Sophomore Class Douglas Melton Rita Milner James Morgan Robert Morris Bill Phillips James Potter Alice Prcttyman Patricia Raridan Arnold Ray Sylvia Reese Gerald Roat Sharon Rugg Suzanne Saurer Joyce Shclabargcr Judy Skaggs Larry Steging Carroll Towcry Raymond Towcry Janet Wilson Karl Woltcrs Freshman Class Officers Beverly Brown, Pres. Sandra Trent, V-Pres. Kenny Gilmore, Sec.-Treas. David Armbrustcr Elizabeth Armbruster Shirley Atwater Sharon Bair Robert Beck Jerald Behrends Ronald Bellrose Brian Bortell Eldon R. Bridges Beverly Brown Delbert Buckley Donna Buckley Margaret Buckley Wanda Buckley Linda Bucy Sherry Center William Coppel Patricia Crater Freshman Class Vernon Crum Arleigh Davis Brent Davis Jerald Dennison Emie Douglas Robert Emme Margaret Essclman Sandra Ferree Marla Figlc Jack Fletcher Larry Fletcher Nadine Fletcher Patricia Force Judy Fornoff Scotty Foster Patricia Fox Karen Friedrich Kenneth Gilmore Jo Ann Gregory Judith Hackard David Hamilton Arland Hcrttcr Nancy Higginbotham Finis Hutchison Byron Keith Ronald Lascelles Ellen Lewis Donald Luebeck Michael Malone Kenneth Masten Jon May Eugene Mohlman Beverly Moore Thomas Morgan David Morse Danny O'Grady Karen Nims Eddie Oswald Robert Oswalt Barbara Payton Marilyn Petty Robert Phillips Arlene Potter Connie Richardson Sybil Reese Sydney Reese Jeffrey Riggs Phyllis Richardson Freshman Class Beverly Roberts Gerald Rugg Cecilia Sarff Paul Shirley Sandra Shore Lyman Sidwell Corwin Smith Gary Smith George Sommer Patricia Timinsky Marilyn Towery Sandra Trent Emma Van Hoorn Sheila Vaughn Richard Velde Richard Walker Jimmie Waterworth Donald Watson Judith Wendt Frances Wieburg Gary Woodard Gerry Woodard Harold Yaeck Stephen Yaeger Organizations 38 First row. front to back. Brenda Wolters, Jack Bracndle, Boh Arnold, Allen Post. Second row. Donna Kay Shafer, Marie Budke, Barbara Brown, Judy Atwater, Marilyn Chartier. Third row. Klsie Dierkcr, Ann Velde, Margaret Damnu-rman, Janet White-Icy. Fourth row, Vicki Niederer, Dixie Adkins, Patsy Oswalt, Bonnie Barker, Bonnie Green, Jean Kcough. Fifth row. Kltzaherh Dallmann, Marianne Bcarce, Marilyn Koke, Ruth Ann O’Grady, Mr. Pickett, Margaret Clecr, Della Graggs, Sally Matthews, Emily Prince. Seated, Ronnie Winkles, Tom Fuson. Haucmual Staff The purpose of this organization is to compile pictures and information in book form about events in and around our school. This club is sponsored by the Senior Class and under the supervision of Mr. Pickett. This years club is made up of thirty members who strive to please the student body with an interesting and informative book. Hard at work. Student Council Officers. The Student Council is a new organization sponsored by Mrs. Harlan Kreiling. The officers arc as follows: President, Ronnie Hay; Vice President, Boh Arnold; Secretary, Ruth Ann O’Grady; Treasurer, Elizabeth Dallmann, Reporter, Joyce Crater. The H.C.H.S. Student Council is a member of the Dis- trict, State, and National Student Council Organization. This organization sponsored the first school dance in the fall which was a square and round dance on the black top in back of the school. They also sponsored the annual Homecoming Dance this year of which the theme was Oriental Gardens. Members of the Student Council arc elected by the organizations and classes and hold that position for one school year. The function of the Student Council is to promote better understanding and co-operation between the stu- dents and the faculty. Student Council Who won the election? Left to right: Mrs. Harlan Kreiling, Joyce Crater, Ruth Ann O’Grady, Ronnie Hay, Elizabeth Dallmann, Boh Arnold, Marianne Bcarcc. Second row: Vicki Niederer, Ronnie Winkles, Betty Reynolds, Judy Wendt, Jim Mor- gan, Brenda Wolters, Allen Post, Barbata Brown, Brown e Schulte, Marilyn Kokc, Louie Trent, Jerry Behrends, Linda Luchcck, Judith Skaggs. c F. H. A. Left to right: Ann Bootlie. Marilyn Chartler. Barbara Hall. Sheila Malone. F.lsle Dlerker. Bonnie Barker. Barbara Brown. Grace Van Hoorn. Bernice Klinore. Stroud row Mis, MeKone. Barbara Whlttemore. Marie Budke. Phyllis Richardson. Marilyn Towery. Nadine Fletcher. I.onny West man. Janice Dale. Sharon Bair. Sandra Ferres . Patty Force. Arlene Potter. I.inda Klinore. Third row. Hilda Van Hoorn. Clarice Triinpe. Bonnie Buckley. Connie Richardson. Sherry Center, Karen Mins. Mantaret Kssclman. Sandra Ijisoelles. Emm� Van Hoorn. Rosalie Stockham. Norma Jean Triinpe, Carol lata Harrison. Judy Bohin, Sarah Markley, Patty Oswald. F. F. A. Seated left to right: I am Stejclnjr. Jerry Keith. Ronnie Winkles. I.elaml Keith. Jim Stelter. Karl Wolters. Mr. Kenoud. Second raw. Robert Rmnic, Richard Walker. Boh Phillips. Boh Larson. Jim Harris. Vernon Crum. I.loyd Friedrich, Scotty Foster. Standing: Lyman Pretty- man, Boh Stcfriiijr. Jon Barrett. Ronald Bellrose. Left to right: Eddie Markley. Jack Smith. Tim Donolio. Vernon Lnscelles. Mr. Lnuirharu. Gary WiKslard. Don Ijiwrence. Kenny Lynch. Kenny Masten. Second row. Arnold Ray, Joey Cleer. Jim Boyles. Louie Trent. Boh Arnold. Robb Alexander. R. J. ladinerr. Garry Tarvln. Third row. Dnvld Morris, Charles Klinore. Stan Sidwell, Jerry Woodard. Richard Velde. Bill Edwards, Leon Robinson. Danny O'Grady. Lyman Sidwell. Jim Stroll. Boh Yaejcer. Industrial Arts I.cft to ri'jhi: Janet Wilson. Marla Flgle. Samira Kcrrcc, Sharon Fletcher. Gnroldinc Huston. Kdith Collins. Kose High. Second row: Peg Avery. KloWc Bryant. Bonnie Green, Beverly Moore. Arlene Potter. Sheila Malone. Priscilla Griffin. Judith Boyd. Camilla Putnam. Dixie Adkins. Third row: Judy ilaekard. Barham 1'ayton. Cecilia Ann Sarff. Glenda Hay. Alice Prcttymnn. Betty Williams. Marianne Bearce. Ann Velde. Carol l.ea Harrison. Doris Sommer. Fourth row: Donna Kay Shafer. Della Mae Crnggs. Patsy Oswalt. Nadine Fletcher. Sally Matthews. Sandra Trent. Kllxalicth Dallmann. Mantaret Ksselman. Charlotte Ann Shnwgo. G. A. A. Booster Club Left to ri jht: Jack Huff. Jim Potter. I.inda Koke. Patsy Oswalt. Nadine Fletcher. Sally Matthews, Sandra Trent. F.llzaboUi Dallmnn. Judy Bohm. Vicki Niederer. Second row, Ccdlln Sarff. Patty- Crater. Karen Friedrich. Judy Wendt. Bernice Klmorc. I.inda F.lmore, Ann Booth. Sherry Center. F.llen Lewis. JoAnn Gregory. Judith Fornoff. Belly Williams. Third row: Judith Hackman, Janet Whlteley. Patty Oswald. Sara Mark ley. I.inda Luebcck. Carol Hahn. Suzanne Saurcr. Norma Jean Trlmpc. Clarice Trimpe. Martin� McAllister, Nancy Higginbotham, Charlotte Shawgo. Iwft to riaht: F.ddlo Wagner. 1-nrry Bohm. Louis Trent. Larry Coats. Coach Van F.tten. Jin� Karidon. Kd linage. Larry Steglng. Don Lawrence. Second row: Bud Wolters. Leland Keith. Jack Braendle. Allen P � st. Ron Winkles, Robb Alexander. Brownie Schulte. Boh Arnold. Third row: Ronnie Markely. Gall Murdock. Garry Snrnes, Jerry Keith, Don I eWees. Bob Steglng, Gene DeVore. Jon Hall, Tim Donoho. Library Club Left to right: Miss Gant, Joyce Crater, Doris Sommer. Carol Ann Fletcher, Rita Milner, Barbara Whittemore, Judy Skaggs, Ruth Ann O’Grady. Thespians Left to right: Jack Brncndlc. (.eland Kcltli. Domm Kay Shafer. Mr. Krankson. Ann Velde. Allen Post, Bruce Krankson. Second row: Uremia Walters, Marianne Bearco. Vicki Nicderer, Dick Krankson. Kddlc Wagner. .Imlith Boyd. Front row: Mr. Ilerink. Kent Lowe. Marilyn Koke. Jack Schulte. Bruce Krankson. Second rote: Nancy Wolfe. Beverly Brown. Martha McAllister. Charlotte Shnwjro. Linda Koke. Camilla Put nam. Judy Boyd. Third row: JoAnn Oratory, Linda Bucy. Judy Kornoff. Judy Wendt. Mnrisue Hickman. Linda Lucbeck. Marla Kljrle. Linda Klmorc. Back rotr: Kllen Harris. Nancy llnrrts, Nancy Higginbotham. Allan McDaniel. Don DeWees. Allen Post. Jerry Kcltli. Bill Connor. Della Craggs. Dixie Adkins. Maroon and White Margaret Yacck, Tom Fuson, Linda Lucbeck, Jim Morgan, Martha McAllister, Mrs. Henderson, Margaret Clecr, Barbara Whittemorc, Hilda Van Hoorn, Janet Whiteley. Front roir: Mr. Pickett. Don DoWces. Gene Ilarbison. Dick Ante� . Second roir: Rose Ann Brown. Allnn McDaniel. Arnold Ray, Joey Clecr. Billy Kdwnrds. Charles Klinore. Glenda Hay. Hack row: Ronnie Hay. Wendell lame. Douglas Melton. David DcWcos, Tom Foster. Ronald Bellrose, Brent Davis. Firxt roir. left to right: Bruce Frnnkson. Jim Potter. Mr. Frankson. Priscilla Griffin. Martha McAllister. Linda Lucbeck. Second row. left to right: Christine Henderson. Ann Boothe, Jack Braendle. Rose Ann Brown, Dick Frankson. SuXAitne Snurc-r, Gerald Keith. Carol Ann Fletcher, Karen FrltKlricii. Shirley Atwater. Patty Crater. Chorus Let's all sing like the birdies sing. This year there are two choruses that meet during the day. Also, in order that a mixed chorus can be estab- lished a night chorus meets each Thursday evening. The choruses, under the capable direction of Mr. Homer Hcrink, enter music contest each year. They participate in school musicals and present an opperetta each year. From the chorus group also come soloists and ensemble groups which enter contest and perform for non-school clubs that wish musical presentations from the school. Everyone who sings in either of the choruses enjoys doing so. CONTEST CHORUS Firxl row left to right, Mr. Homer llerink. Camilla Putnam. Patty Force, Samira Forrce. Patricia Oswald, Nadine Kletclier, Karen Friedrich. Marla Piffle. Priscilla Griffin. Marie Budko. Sandra Trent. Beverly Brown. Marty McAllister. Second row: Beverly Moore. Patty Fox. JoAnn Gregory. Norma Jean Trlinpe. Barbara Brown. Patsy Oswalt. Margaret Baldwin. Carol Ann Fletcher. Linda Luebeck. Judy Wendt. F.lsle Diorkcr. Sharon Fletcher. Judith Boyd. Third row: Bonnie Buckley. Dixie Adkins. Carol I.ea Harrison. Marilyn kokc. Brenda Walters. Hath Ann O'Grady. Marianne Beam . Charlotte Ann Shnwffo. Camilla Chester. Suzanne Saurer. Priscilla Rndolnh. Linda F.lmore. Linda Koke. Fourth row: Allan McDaniel. Kddie Wagner. Tom Fuxon. Bruce Frank- son. Kent Lowe. Allen Post. Jim Morgan. Leland Keith. Jerry Keith. Leon Robinson, Steve McGrew. 46 7th HOUR CHORUS Left to riyht: Marla Flgle. Karen Friedrich. Phyllis Richardson. Second row: Cecilia Ann Sarft. Nonna Jean Trimpe. Barbam Brown. Patsy Oswalt. Margaret Baldwin. Patty Crater. Karen XI in . Marie Budke. Third row: Shirley Atwater. Both Ann O'Grady. Marianne Bearce. Hose Marie Went- ker. Judith Atwater. Sherry Center. Priscilla Rudolph. KUIe Ulcrkcr. 2nd HOUR CHORUS Left to right: Sarah Markley, Bon- nie Buckley, Patty Oswald, Carol Ann Fletcher. Janet Whitcley, Mar- garet Dammcrman. Second row: Linda Luebeck, Sandra Kerrcc, Dix- ie Adkins, Charlotte Ann Shawgo, Margaret Cleer. Band The Havana Community High School Band is a main activity at the school. The Band has a yearly average of about fifty students. The students are from both the high school and the grade school. Each year the Band takes part in many activities. The marching band does routines and plays for all home football games. At the home basketball games the Band is on hand with rhythmetic marches. In addition the Band is called upon many times during the year to play for community sponsored parades, con- certs, and activities. The parents of the band members have formed a club and an annual Band Parents dinner is served each year. The money from this dinner is a means of supporting the band’s annual trip. It also aids in paying for the uniforms which are required of each student. The Band goes on a trip or tour in the spring of each year. This is a wonderful opportunity for learning. Chaperones for this trip are band parents. The trips are great fun. The Band enters contest each year not only as a unit but with solos and ensembles. All of these activities keep the band members very busy but it is a lot of fun. Front row, left to right: Judy Boyd. Brenda Wolters, Beverly Brown. Elcnor Harris , Catherine Sinclair, Betty Oswalt, Marcia V Wolfe, Second row, left to right: Sandra Trent. Janet Wilson, Elenor Masten, Sandra Rexroth, Lila Wendt, Cynthia Salsberry. El man, Nancy Harris. Pat Lindsay. Larrv Auten, Don DeWcese, Charlotte Shawgo, Nancy Higgenbotham, Jenny Weekly. Third r. Evelyn Masten, Joan Gregory, Joey Clecr, David Melton, Bill Conner, Gene Harbison, Randy Eaton, Jerry Keith, Della Craggs, Di Nancy Kokc, Sally Brown, Judy Fomoff, Janet Adkins. Linda Buev, Fourth row. left to right: Priscilla Griffin, Bonny Harrison, P David Henderson, Paul Heneckc, Bob White, Steve McGrcw, David Himmel. Allen Post, Doug Melton. 48 MARCHING BAND . Linda Kokc, Judy Wendt, Joan Taylor, Nancy irris, Linda Elmore, Danny Eaton, Alice Prctty- t to right: Bruce Frankson, Ann Cunningham, Ikins, Beverly Moore, Willis Hefron, Pamela Boggs, irlcy, Marilyn Koke, Caro! Harrison, Mr. Hcrink, Athletics 50 Homecoming This year the annual homecoming activi- ties were sponsored by the newly organized Student Council. The rousing week-end was begun by the side of the bonfire which was held in back of the school. The cheerleaders led yells and then formed a snake dance and parad- ed up town. The next day, November 11, the annual parade was held in the morning. Many floats were entered by the various clubs and organizations. In the afternoon the football game was played on the athletic field and Havana scored a victory over Lcwistown in an exciting game. That evening the dance was held in the gymnasium which was decorated accord- ing to the theme Oriental Gardens. Patsy Oswalt was crowned queen to reign over Homecoming. Sophomore Class Float Blow 'em Down. Third Prize It’s in the Book Library Club. Second Prize Time For A Change” Junior Class Football The 1955 football season in Havana will go down in history as one of the best in 20 years. At the first of the year, chances were seemingly hurt by the injury of Ed Haage, a junior, whose talents were being counted on in the line. The Ducks started the season off much as ex- pected by losing their first game to Beardstown, 33-6. But even then, a glimmer of hope shone through. Then off they went in a winning to surprise everyone. The second game, at Petersburg, saw Jim Raridon intercept a pass and gallop 82 yards, adding to their glory, as the Ducks got their first victory of the season, 12-0. On Sept. 30, the Ducks made their first home stand, and defeated Rushvillc, 6-0. The next week, at Mt. Sterling, with Jim Raridon out of most of the game with a bad ankle, Havana swept to a victory over that team, 13-0. This made it three straight. In a game which most everyone thought Havana would lose, the now completely confident eleven went on to surprise a few more cynics, by beating Macomb Bombers, 12-7. Four Straight. At Cuba, the Ducks came up against a very tough team and barely squeaked past by a score of 7-6. Five in a row. Then, things started slacking. On a miserable, rainy, cold, day Oct. 28. Havana hosted Carthage, and fought a scoreless tie. Then the proverbial roof fell in. Notre Dame of Qunicy, unruffled by Havana's winning streak, clobbered the Ducks by a lopsided score of 41-7. Then came the big day. Havana was to play the Lewis- town Indians for the stone ax, and more important, the possible first homecoming victory in nine years. Opinions differed on the outcome of this game for Lewistown was nursing a perfect record for the season. After a close contest all the way, the score read 13-12 in favor of the Indians. Hopes looked dim as the clock ticked the final minutes out. But the Ducks were not licked yet. After holding their opponents to their own three yard line, the Ducks turned what seemed to be sure defeat into glorious victory, as Big Al Post charged through the line to nab the Lewistown back in his own end zone for a great big safety, 3nd the game, 14-13. l,r t to right: Frosb.-Sopli. clieerlendcrs. Judy Bohrn. Nadine Fiddlier. Linda Hoke. Sandra Trent. Varsity cheerleaders, Patsy Oswalt. Elizabeth Dnllinnun. Vicki Niederer. Sally Matt lie ws. Sec-,ml roir: Coach VanKttcn. Eddie Wacncr, Eddie llniute. Jim Harldun. I-nrry Coats. Hob Arnold. Jack Bracialle. Allen Post, Ronnie Winkles, Louie Trent. Don DcWces. Donald Lawrence. Larry Stcscins. Assistant Coach. Kenneth Weeks. Third roir: Mr. lattixharn. Vernon l.ascolles, Jon Mall. Gerald Sanies, Hud oilers, Jim Potter. Larry Hohiu. Boh Stcglng. Ronnie Markley. Gene DeVore. Mike Cunningham. Byron Keith, David I limine!, Kent mi wo. Jerry Keith. Fourth roir: Jeffery Rigjrs. Jerald Jiehrends, Richard Velde, Bill Conner. Paul Slilrley. Arleigh Davis. V.arry Woodnrd. Dave Morse. Dome Melton. Bob Phillips. RounI I Hellrosc. Bob Morris. Tim Donoho. Fifth roir: Don Watson. Jerald Dennison. Tom Foster. Jim Morgan. Boh Bojrjrs. Raymon 1 Towery. Ken Musten, Wendall Lane. Lyman Sidwoll. George Sommer. Bob Oswalt. Steve McGrow. Bill Phillips. 54 Co-captains—Alien Post, Ronnie Winkles. Football Let termen 8. Larry Coats 8. Larry Bohm 10. Larry Stejtinj: 11. Gene DeVorc 12. Jim Raridon 13. Jon Hal! 14. Jack Braendle 22—Robb Alexander 44—Jerry Sarnes 77—Larry Coats .'0—Bob Arnold 33—Garry Sarnes 50—Allen Post 55—Louie Trent 60—Jim Raridon 33—Don DeWees 1!—Jack Braendle 88—Jack O’Grady 66—Stan Sidwell 40—Charles Elmore Mgr. Bill Conner Coach Arnic VanEttcn WE VARSITY THEY 55 Easton 53 39 Mason City 54 74 Balyki 43 42 Lamphier 48 51 Carthage 40 66 Beardstown 44 66 Forman 54 48 Lewistown 46 57 San Jose 49 55 Beardstown 62 51 Rushvillc 42 67 Woodruff 58 48 Notre Dame 38 6« E. Peoria 57 52 Macomb 48 72 Carthage 49 72 Rushvillc 49 42 Notre Dame 61 48 Macomb 44 56 Limestone 65 Western Tournament WE THEY 76 Bowen 35 61 Carthage 37 37 Notre Dame 62 Mason County Tournament WE THEY 72 Easton 52 58 Mason City 64 Regional Tournament WE THEY 78 Forman 74 71 Athens 65 69 Mason City 64 Basketball Squad The Duck’s 55-56 basketball season turned out much better than expected, considering that the whole first team was lost through graduation last year. With the first string consisting of three juniors, plus a strong group of sophomores coming up, possibilities for next year look bright. The Havana five enjoyed a record for the sea- son, of 15 wins and 5 losses. The Ducks couldn’t swing the Mason County Tourney, though, and had to take second at the hands of their arch-rivals, the Mason City Huskies. Still, the boys pulled some upsets, heating such powers as Lewistown, East Peoria and Woodruff. 58 FROSH.-SOPH. WE THEY 37 Easton 39 44 Mason City 23 65 Balyk i 64 36 Lamphier 54 38 Carthage 29 81 Beards town 49 69 Forman 54 57 I-cwistown 56 62 San Jose 36 59 Bcar.lstown 43 60 Rushvillc 61 64 Woodruff 52 59 Notre Dame 52 56 E. Peoria 58 55 Macomb 52 71 Carthage 50 63 Rushvillc 46 65 Notre Dame 41 67 Macomb 48 47 Limestone 56 Hartcm Frosh.-Soph. Tourna- ment 4th annual WE THEY 52 Findlay 37 58 Athens 68 What'll I Do Next? •‘Go High, Al. Watch It! FROSH.-SOPH. SQUAD Front left to right: I.yimtn Sldwell, Jerry Bchreruls. Finis Hutchison. F.ugene Molilnmn. Kenny Gilmore. Arleigli Davis. Kaymoiul Towcry, (.’onch Ken Weeks. Second left to right: Mgr. Dnnny F.rtton. Kent I-owe. Dick Auten. David I liminel. Bill Coppei. Toni Foster. Brian Bor- tell. Bud Potter. Mgr. Klohard Walker. Third left to right: Garry Woodanl. Gerry Woodard, Karl Walters. Don Lawrence. Jon Hall. Kick Velde. Byron Keith. BUCKS n Co-captains—Allen Post, Jack Braendlc. Varsity 1. Stanley Sidwell 2. Bob Arnold 3. Don Lawrence 4. Jack Braendlc 5. Garry Sarncs Basketball 6. Robb Alexander 7. Jon Hall 8 Jim Raridon 9. Jerry Sames 10. Louie Trent 11. Kent Lowe Track Team The 1955 Havana Track team had a very suc- cessful season. They won the Mason County Track Meet from San Jose, who was their closest competitor. The victory dethroned the three year straight champs, Forman who came in third. The Frosh-Soph 440 relay team set a new rec- ord, running their contest in 48.6. This was nine tenths of a second better than the previous record. MASON COUNTY TRACK FIELD MEET Havana .............................. 49 San Jose ............................31 1 2 Forman ..................................30 The team showed great promise for the com- ing year as many of the varsity squad were underclassmen. FRESHMAN-SOPHOMORE RELAY TEAM Left to right, Hud Wolters, Eddie Wagner, Cail Murdock, Jim Raridon. Standing left to right: Coach Weeks. Scott Blakely, Jim Raridon, Larry Steging, Bud Wolters, Larry Coats, Don DcWccs, Gene DeVore, Ed Wagner, Jerry Keith, Allen Post, I-cland Keith, Gene Morse, Don Boggs, Robb Alexander, Jerry Baumgartner, Gail Murdock, Bill Gaw, Ernie Richardson, Gerald Sarncs. Front row, left to right: Wendell I.ane, Jack O'Grady, Stanley Sidwell, Jim Boyles, Boh Morse, Ronnie Markley, Boh Yeager. John Krocsh, Frank Butt, Boh Arnold, Louis Trent. Cheerleaders The eight cheerleaders are elected by the stu- dent body from students who try out for this position. Four cheerleaders are elected from the Freshman-Sophomore classes and four are elected from the Junior-Senior classes. The cheerleaders are a very important part of all of the athletic functions. They must at- tend every game. The good will of the school is carried by them. In addition they must lead the spectators in actions and yells that will be a credit to the school. We have eight fine cheerleaders this year who are doing their best in representing the school. Yea team! VARSITY Cl IEE R LEADERS Patsy Oswalt, Elizabeth Dall- mann. Vicki Nicdcrer, Sally Matthews. F R ESH MAN -SOP HOMO R E CHEERLEADERS Nadine Fletcher, Judy Bohm, Sandra Trent, Linda Kokc. Congratulations. Under the stars. Face-lifting. Hard at work? F.F.A. Banquet. 'Round About 64 In my class Peas or beans? Tar and grave! As I was saying. Go' n’ and Comm 65 Class Will We, the honorable Seniors of the (’lass of Nineteen Hundred and Fifty-six, being of sound mind and body do hereby ordain and declare this our last will and testa- ment. revoking all wills previously established. To the Juniors we leave the teachers in hopes that they go easy on them. To the Sophomores we leave the building provided they leave it in as good a shape, if not better, than they find it. To the Freshmen we leave our pleasant memories in hopes that they have as much fun as we have had. To the School Board and the Faculty we leave our sym- pathy and our best wishes in the years to come. To individuals we make the following and special be- quests: Dixie Adkins: Wills her giggle to Barbara Dye. Robb Alexander: Wills his visits to the girls P. E. class to G. Sarnes. Bob Arnold: Wills his ability to make motions in class meetings to Ronnie Hay. Judy Atwater: Wills her shyness to Margaret Yaeck. Bonnie Barker: Wills her neat appearance to anyone who needs it. Jerry Baumgartner: Wills his worn out brief case to Charles Elmore. Marianne Bearce: Wills her ability to break her glasses to Ronnie Marklcy. Jack Braendle: Wills his light blue “hot-rod” to J. Sarnes. Barbara Brown: Wills her sparkling personality to any dead pans. Marie Bmlkc: Wills her twinkling eves to Linda Elmore. Danny Carpenter: Wills his excuses for tardiness to Jim Boyles. Marilyn Chartier: Wills her souvenirs from Hawaii to Nancy Harriss. Margaret Clcer: Wills her twin sisters to Marisuc Hickman. Della Craggs: Wills her clarinet to Camilla Putnam. Janice Dale: Wills her position at Morgans to Carol Lea Harrison. Elizabeth Dallmann: Wills her “pep to Emilie Hackman. Margaret Dammcrman: Wills her ABC gum to Jim Steltcr. Elsie Dicrker: Wills her throat allergy to who ever wants it. Bruce Frankson: Wills his base-fiddle to Bobby Yacgcr. Tommy Fuson: Wills his driving ability to Gail Murdock. Bonnie Green: Wills her daily letter writing to Ann Boothe. Tommy Ground: Wills his shyness to Stanley Sidwcll. Ellen Harris: Wills her animal menagerie to Sandra Las- celles. Jack Huff: Wills his management of trash-hauling days to Jack O'Grady. Lcland Keith: Wills his “All-American crew-cut to Kenny Gobble. Jean Keough: Wills her 92 page history rheme to Barbara Hall. Marilyn Kokc: Wills her drums to Mr. Sullivan, who likes them? Robert Larson: Wills his nightly trips to the Airport to any boy who can look after Grace as well as he can. Sarah Markley: Wills her brother to Priscilla Rudolph. Sally Matthews: Wills her horse, Honey, to Louie Trent. Marlene Meyer: Wills her Christmas Card from I.ibcrace to Charlotte Shawgo. Donnie Morgan: Wills his “Chevy to Carl Yacklcy. Vicki Niederer: Wills her chcerleading ability to anyone who can fill the position as well as she did. Patty Oswald: Wills her blond hair to Patty Lewis. Patsy Oswalt: Wills her “pony-tail” to Betty Williams. Ruth Ann O’Grady: Wills her high pressure salesmanship to Don Blakeley. Allen Post: Wills his popularity with the girls to F.ddie Wagner. Emily Prince: Wills her parking space in the parking lot to Grace Van Hoorn. Hazel Reynolds: Wills her limbcrncss to Betty Reynolds. Leon Robinson: Wills his ability to tease the girls at the shows to Ann Carter Brownie Schulte: Wills his good looks to whoever needs them. Donna Shafer: Wills her natural curly hair to Nancy Wolfe. Doris Sommer: Wills her nightly strolls to Judy Skaggs. Ann Velde: Wills her long fingernails to anyone who needs them. Lonny Westman: Wills her talkativeness to Clarice Trimpc. Janet Whiteley: Wills her motorcycle dreams to Chris Henderson. Ronnie Winkles: Wills his many sweaters to Jack Smith. Brenda Woltcrs: Wills her ability to catch colds to who ever wants it. Fred Yaeck: Wills his bicycle to Jim Stroll. Signed this thirty-first day of May, Nineteen hundred and fifty-six, in the year of our Lord. Witnessed by: Donald Duck Huey Louie Dewey 66 Class Prophecy One day my husband came home from work to tell me that his company was sending him on a business trip to Indiana, and that I was to go along. This was to be our second Honeymoon. The night we got there we were feeling rather light heart- ed and gay and decided to hang the cost and go to the most exclusive restaurant in town. This restaurant we found to be “Ma Pace's Snack Shack which was owned by Bonnie Green and her husband Willie. After we were shown to our table by the hostess, Dixie Adkins, whom we learned had married a rich farmer from Easton, a waitress came to take our order and to our surprise she was none other than Ellen Harris. She in- formed us that she and her husband ran a monkey farm at the edge of town and she was just working to help Bonnie. It seemed that one of Bonnie’s favorite waitress', Judy Atwater, had quit to get married to Tom Ground. Can you imagine that? All of a sudden sweet music filled the air. V$ I turned I saw a very familiar face. The band leader was Bruce Krankson with brother Dick playing the drums. We weren't too surprised as we had heard his famous band was touring the mid-west. Bruce came over and talked with us. After he left we decided to go home through Illinois and sec some of our old friends again. The next morning we left Indiana for Havana, Illinois, our home sweet home. We drove slower in Illinois drinking up its beauty. As we came to Mason City we decided to stop and see Barbara Brown and her husband Bud, who were busy raising a family. It seems as though her home economics came in handy as there were now two little Bud’s and one little Barbara. As we talked, Mr. Lagicr mentioned that Sec's lived over about three blocks so we decided to go see them. As we drove up we heard Marianne, playing the piano. We went inside and learned that she gave piano lessons m her spare time. It seems as though they were running a “Fickle Sickle Shop” and had a very good busi- ness. Fickle Sickles are something Brownie Schulte in- vented. It scents he got so tired of reciting his 90 flavors of ice cream and having people always take vanilla, he made something everyone would like and is now in Hawaii retiring. By the way, Patsy Oswalt, who married Robb Alexander, is in Hawaii too. She's there learning the Hula and Robb is selling Black Denim Trousers and Motor- cycle Boots. As we journeyed on toward Havana, we saw a mail box at a farm with the name R. O. Barton on it. Wc knew he had married Marie Budke so we stopped. It seemed they were having a dinner 3nd all of our friends were there— Elsie Wcstman and her husband Larry who lived over in Fulton County. Bonnie Barker and her husband Ronnie Friend, who had brought some watermelons, and Janet Whitcley and her husband Don Morgan, who were running a supermarket in Topeka. Janet said that they bought all of their turkeys from Ruth Ann and Leiand Keith, who have a huge turkey farm out north of Havana and that Sally Matthews had a horse farm a few miles away. We drove over but she was out riding a horse and when she didn't come back we left. As we drove on (a little too fast) a motorcycle cop pulled up and stopped us. We were very surprised to sec it was Bob Arnold but were happy to hear his motto was “if you can’t lick ’em, join ’em. He said he was married to Pat Oswald. Wc then drove on, ticket in hand, and as wc drove wc saw a soldier hitch hiking. Wc stopped to pick Inin up and found him to be Jerry Baumgartner who was home on leave. He told us Bob Larson and his wife were living in Oklahoma and that Bob is a cowboy. He also said Leon Robinson had married Marlene Meyer and that they were running a motel in Havana. We decided to stop and see them later. Wc let Jerry out at the edge of town where he wanted to buy some flowers for his wife. Wc started but stopped again when we saw the sign “Fuson’s Flowers. Wc went in to see him and saw he and Danny Carpenter fixing some corsages for a high school dance. Tom informed us that he had married Della Craggs and that Danny was engaged to a rich land owner whom we found out was Margaret Dammcrman. lust as we were about to leave a long limosine pulled up and out stepped Margaret. Wc saw the chauffeur was Ronny Winkles. He told us he was going with Hazel Reyn- olds who is now 5’ 6”. When we stopped for gas we saw Doris Sommer and her husband were running the gas station. Wc talked for awhile and Doris told us that Donna Kay Shafer was run- ning a dress shop down the street. While my husband parked our car I went in to see Donna Kay. She said she was very happy and was making good money. She said that she and Emily Prince live together and that Emily was in charge of the library. I met my husband and together we went to the police station. As wc entered wc were astounded to sec Jack Huff as the chief of police. He told us that Allen Post was the sheriff and together they had cleaned up the county. He also said that he had married Jean Kcough and Allen had married Brenda Wolters. It scents Al made Brenda give up her drug store and that Margaret Clcer and her husband Charlie, had bought it. Jack Braendle and his wife Liz Dallmann were running the newspaper. Wc walked up the street to the International Harvester Implement Company where wc saw Marilyn Chartier and her husband Gordon running the store. They said that they were very happy and that wc had just missed Lonny Westman and her husband Ronnie who had just left. It seems they were running Westmont Cabins. I looked out the window and saw Sara Marklcy and Janice Dale talking to each other. I called to them and they were glad to see me. Sara was married to Bill Webb and Janice to Tom Hardesty. They both had children and were quite happy. They informed me that Marilyn (Koke) Smith had just gone into Donna Kay's Dress Shop so I hurried over to see her. Marilyn and Worth were living on a farm and Marilyn was teaching music in dear old H.C.H.S. She said the school was about the same except older. Another one of our old classmates was also teaching there. Fred Yacck was teaching Civics and Economics. Also working at the school were Ann (Velde) Boggs and Vicki Niederer. Both did office work and were very effi- cient. Vicki was going to quit soon to get married and they were looking for someone to fill her position. My husband came and I bid Marilyn good-bye and good luck and checked her name off my list of classmates. She was the last one. As wc drove away I felt happy because everyone was do- ing so well but sad because I wouldn't see them for a long time again, perhaps never. 1 thought to myself, if we had jus: known it, our school days were the best. 67 Signed, Anonymous KIPP'S STAG RESTAURANT Wood and Jack □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ STATE BANK OF HAVANA Deposits insured up to $10,000 for each deposit. £□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ GENE HERMANN DRAKE INSURANCE AGENCY We stand between you and loss.” Professional Bldg. 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Orange Compliments of DECKARD ERMELING Your Rexall Drug Store □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ DEPOT MARKET “Everything In Foods” PHONE 125 Free Delivery 69 □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ Compliments of THE BRUNING LUMBER COMPANY Havana, Illinois Always Friendly Service □ o □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of CUNNINGHAM'S Your Family Shoe Store □ □ □ o □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ o □ □ □ □ p □ □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □ □ □ □ □ n □ □ □ □ □ □ □ VAN'S MARKET Fine Foods Fresh Dressed Poultry PHONE 199 Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of HURLEY FUNERAL HOME Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ ppppppp□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□pppppppppppppppp □ □ □ 9 Compliments of 9 _ 5 {jj g Compliments of g STELTER SALES SERVICE I Modem Farm Machinery Pontiac Cars □ □ □ □ n □ p HARSMAN ELECTRIC SHOP PHONE 16 Havana, Illinois PPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPQ □ □ P P □ P P □ P P P P P Compliments of DISSMAN HOTEL Havana, Illinois □ □ □ p □ i □ □ □ i □ n n Send It To HASLAM CLEANERS Good Appearance Service 315 W. Main Havana, Illinois pppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppnnnnnpnnnnnnpnnppp Congratulations to the “Class of 1956” Especially Allen and Vicki NIEDERER MEMORIAL HOME p p p □ □ □ □ □ i a □ □ P HEINIE'S SERVICE Allis-Chalmers Farm Machinery Havana, Illinois PHONE 171 p p P p P p p P P P □ P P n□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□nap□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ Compliments of N M BOOTERY Havana, Illinois □ □ □ o □ □ □ □ □ □ P □ □ pppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp p p □ p p □ p p □ □ | □ p Compliments of FRED C. EUTENEUER Insurance Havana, Illinois □ P P P P P P □ p P P P P THE HAVANA NATIONAL BANK Serving This Community Since 1875 Havana, Illinois ppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppnpnppnanDPPnpppppppDPDPPDDDOPappnnn 70 n H □ g n g □ g n □ g Compliments of n g □ g c g □ g □ g □ g I g I REMBRANDT STUDIO § n g n g o g □ g □ g □ □ Louis P. Dezelia g o g □ g □ g g PHOTOGRAPHER a g □ g □ g □ g o g 317 Main Peoria. Illinois □ □ g n □ □□□□□□□□□PPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ g n “Good Luck and Best g Compliments of □ Wishes to All DODIE SHERIDAN n □ □ □ n □ □ □ □ □ THE VERRY BARBER SHOP Havana, Illinois WALTER GRANT FLORIST PHONE 144 Green House East Laurel Ave. Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ | □ □ Compliments of NU-WAY LAUNDRY and DRY CLEANERS □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□guouunnnnuounounnnnnnonpnnpnnnnpnnnnnnnn Compliments of MARTIN'S BARBER SHOP p p p p p p p □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of PARK PRICE'S VARIETY □pppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppognpppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp Compliments of KENNEDY MOTOR SALES OLDSMOBILES Sales and Services Havana, Illinois PHONE 242M P p n □ p p p p p □ □ □ p PPPPPOPPOPPOPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPOg p g p g Compliments of p p □ n □ p p □ □ BELL MOTEL and COFFEE SHOP □ p p □ p □ p □ p EATON FORD—LINCOLN—MERCURY SALES • SERVICE Havana ppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp 71 □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □ n □ □ n □ □ □ □ □ □ □ n Compliments of WOLTERS DRUG STORE Wayne B. Wolters, Druggist □ □ □ □ □ □ □ n □ □ □ □ □ KOKE RADIO ELECTRIC SHOP Electrical Contracting Appliances. Heating, and T. V. We Service the Products We Sell PHONE 289M Havana. Illinois □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ o □ □ g g To the Class of 1956 BOWL-O-DROME g Good Luck! Best in Bowling g WHALEN'S WALGREEN DRUG □ no □ □ □ Hunting and Fishing Supplies g You are always welcome at Walgreens. □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □ □ □ □ n | I □ □ c □ Compliments of ZEMPEL HARDWARE “Zempel Sells It” □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of F. JIMENEZ M. D. Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ | I □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□[] n □ □ _ □ Compliments of □ Compliments of □ □ □ □ □ MONTGOMERY WARD § EDWARD F. CULLINANE Bag g Havana, Illinois □ Compliments of □ □ □ FRED TURNELL JEWELER Under the Striped Awning □ Havana. Illinois PHONE 275 g _________________________□ Compliments of THE MAIN SHOPPE Havana. Illinois p□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□npaapnnannnonnnnnp Compliments of WEST FOOD STORE Havana, Illinois o □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ H. J. HACKMAN STORE Dry Goods and Clothing Havana, Illinois PHONE 230 □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□n Compliments of BEE'S DRIVE INN Mag and Red Crompton □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of MIDWESTERN AUTO STORE Fay E. Reese □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□a□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of WHITES GARAGE Inc. Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ a MYERS BROTHERS Clothing for Men and Boys Havana, Illinois □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ 72 □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ WEHNER'S FURNITURE Havana, Illinois PHONE 89 □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ CONTINENTAL GRAIN COMPANY RAIL and WATER SHIPPERS PHONE 429 Havana, Illinois □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □ □ □ o □ □ n Compliments of □ Compliments of □ □ □ □ LAWFORD BARBER SHOP □ □ g Harry Bob ° DR. J. A. ANDREWS Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ Compliments of LUCINDA'S BEAUTY SHOP Professional Hair Styling Lucinda Riggins Prop. PHONE 202 205% W. Main □ □ □ □ □ 1 □ □ □ □ P □ □ Compliments of MAIN MARKET 208 W. Main Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □ □ □ | n n | n 1 n □ □ Compliments of BEARCE'S HARDWARE Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ HAVANA AUTO PARTS 118 N. Plum St. Havana. Illinois □ □ □ □ n □ | □ □ □ □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□a Western Auto Associate Store Everything for the Automobile Bicycles, Radios, Home Appliances □ □ □ □ □ □ □ | a □ □ □ JL Compliments of PIERSALL'S CITY SERVICE Havana, Illinois PHONE 584 □ □ □ n „ □ Compliments of □ n Compliments of □ □ □ □ □ DU-RITE LAUNDRY f VAN ETTEN'S GARAGE □ □ □ □ Havana. Illinois □ □ □ □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□a □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ a □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ BUSH BUSH PRINTERS PHONE 80 108 N. Orange Havana, Illinois a □ n □ □ | □ □ □ □ □ □ ELLIOTT'S Havana Paint Wall Paper Co. Varnishes, Brushes, and Supplies PHONE 301 202 W. Main Street □ □ □ □ | □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of WALKER JEWELRY STORE Havana, Illinois □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ Compliments of DR. J. B. SCHULTE Havana. Illinois □ | □ □ n □ □ □ □ □ | □ □ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ 73 Autographs 74 Autographs 75 Acknowledgment We the class of 1956, wish to take this opportunity of thanking everyone who helped to make our Havanual a success. We especially thank Mr. Pickett for his time and careful supervision. Thanks to Mr. Dezclia of Rem- brandt Studio for our portraits, to the Camera Club for their fine photography, and to Mr. Borgclt of the Pekin Times for his contribution of pictures. Special appreciation goes to Mr. Scronce of the Peoria En- graving Company for his time and effort. A sincere expression of thanks to all who have helped in making this book. SENIOR CLASS 76 r i