Hobart Senior High School - Memories Yearbook (Hobart, IN)

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The sophomore class party was one of the most colorful and hilarious affairs of the year. Masqueraders represented animals and people of all types. Captain Kidd danced with a white rabbit, and even Gorgeous George was there to add to the excitement. Costumes were judged for prizes, and dancing, refreshments, and games made the “Mardi Gras” a complete success. “I knew Lincoln” was the theme of the ronvo presented by Kirk Bennett on February 18. Mr. Bennett portrayed Billy Brown, who ran the store where Abraham Lincoln and his friends gathered to tell stories and argue around the stove. What masquerade would be complete without flapper girls? Rosalind Boughamer, Jo Ann Cicillian, and LaVonne Spense modeled this rakish garb of the roaring twenties. 12

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These spirited sophomores added $5.00 to their class treasury by devising this clever fate for the Bulldogs. This was a bit better than last year’s tie for “booby.” Paint brushes flew until the last minute, and when the winners were announced, it was the class of ’56 that took top honors. Mary Lee Phillips, Connie Clingan, Annette Yelkich, Elaine Thyen, and Pat Hagle witness as Richard Berg, Pat Morehouse, Judy Wesley, and Margie Neil attend to one of the unfortunates. the dance - those crazy displays . . . The class of ’55 marred its past record of two firsts by having second best display this year. This group of juniors helped Yohan make a fool of the Crown Point mascot. That night the Brickies followed through with a victory. Kneeling: Mary Jane Kurth, Gayle Huminsky, Don Shinneman. Standing: Colleen Dotson, Beverly Mehalic, Barbara Klindt, Shirlee Caldwell, Yohan, and Dick Netzhammer. 11

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Corsages and lighted candles added color and atmosphere to Mr. Harold Moody, principal, had the honor of presenting the the ceremony. There were both smiles and serious thoughts as charter of Hobart high school’s newly organized Britannican chapter the first members of the Britannican chapter of Future Teachers of the Future Teachers of America to Janet McMurtry, president. of America signed their names to the charter. “And a good time was had by all!” This was the exclamation of those juniors who attended their class party in March. The decorations — - crepe paper, sparkling stars, and a huge moon — carried out the theme of “Blue Moon.” The juniors attending enjoyed dancing to the orchestra of Lorenz Kenney. Entertainment for the evening was provided by Janet Severence, electric guitar and Barbara Klindt, who gave a monologue, both girls, members of the class. Refreshments were served from an attractive table decorated in the class colors. 13