Homer High School - Trojan Yearbook (Homer, MI)

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12 THE TROJAN Back row-Elsie Mansfield, Louise Mansfield, Lawrence Hall, George Janes, Darrel fitters, Theron Ralston, Raymond Amsler, Lawrence Haight, Stewart Findley, Earl Haight, Vernon Fast, Rolene and Arlene Blashfleld. Middle row-Katherlne Foote, Jean Moor, Elva Rising, Frances Bowersox, Ruth Stanham, Mary Jane Vandenburg, Evelyn Chapman, Margaret Cunningham, Phyllis Grimes, Elaine Cortright, Louise Kerr, Mr. Davis, Advisor. Front row-Evelyn Carney, Arva Finley, Betty Larder, Bonnie Barr, Jeanne Bowersox, Robert Feorilla, Donna Vincent, Wilda Huston, Clarabelle Mansfield, Ramona Hamman, Elsie Hakes, Evelyn Bronson. Absent-Rollen Frederick, Robert Morey, Marcella Draper, Loraine Anderson, Jack Blodgett. SOPHOMORE CLASS HISTORY On September 5, 1939 forty-one Freshmen enrolled in the Homer High School. We elected the following officers: President----------------Raymond Amsler Vice President-----------Jeanne Bowersox Secretary Treasurer----Jean Moor Our first exciting event of the year, was the tug of war held at the Lower Mill on September 18. Here the green freshies took a ducking. On September 21, we were initiated by the Sophomores, and on the evening of Septan-ber 22, they gave us an unforgettable reception. During the month of March, we gave our first all-school party, which turned out to be a big success. The Community House was decorated in green and white, representing St. Patrick s Day. On September 4th, 1940 we started our second year of High School, and elected the following officers: President----------------Robert Feorilla Vice President-----------Donna Vincent Secretary Treasurer----Jeanne Bowersox We also elected Mr. Davis as our class advisor. To our chagrin we were again pulled through the Lower Mill, but this was soon forgotten, as the next day we Initiated the Freshies. On the lucky day of Friday the thirteenth, we gave the Freshmen their reception, to which they responded very well. This year our all-school party came on February 28th, and in spite of much illness it was qjuite well attended.

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THE TROJAN 11 Back Row- Leslie Findley, Earnest Ball, Robert Davie, Roger Huston, Robert Ackley, Glen Betz, William Roan, Alan Hicks, and Robert Schaberg. Middle Row-Dean Chapman, Elizabeth Whetstone, Ruby Hamilton, Thelma May Face, Eda Huston, Mildred Pratt, Shirley Holmes, Freda Linton, Mr. Olson, Advisor. Front Row- Ada Floyd, Leila Cutcher, Mary Lee Osborn, Jean Reichow, Robert Mestdagh, Jerry Blagg, Ellen Henshaw, Rachel Tank, and Vera Mann. Absent- Betty Avery, Roberta Lindsey, Aurelia Wallace and Wanda Bills. JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY In September 1938, thirty eight Freshmen enrolled in Homer High School, At our first meeting we elected officers: President; Dean Chapman; Vice President, Joy Moor, Secretary and Treasurer, Elizabeth Whetstone; Class Advisor, Mr. Davis. September 15, we won the annual tug of war, which was followed by a reception. Starting our Sophomore year, we had thirty five students. Our first class meeting we elected officers; President, Bob Davie; Vice President, Joy Moor; Secretary and Treasurer, Elizabeth Whetstone; Class Advisor, Mr. Davis. September 19, we again won the tug of war. September 22, we gave the Freshmen Reception which was a success. In September the year of 1940, thirty two students started their Junior year. Of all the high school years the last two seem to be outstanding, with lots of excitement and many memories to be cherished. We had a class meeting the second week of scnool and chose the following officers; President----------------------Jerry Blagg Vice President----------Bob Mestdagh Secretary----------------------Ellen Henshaw Treasurer-----------------------Jean Reichow Class Advisor--------------------Mr. Olson We began our activities by sponsoring the second school party. Next came two outstanding memories of the year, the choosing and ordering of our class rings and banner. We received our rings the first part of November. Our class colors are Blue and Gold. After Christmas vacation we chose our play, It s Papa Who Pays. Under the direction of Mr. Olson, we presented it April 3 and 4. We are also looking forward to our part in the commencement excercises and carrying on as Seniors next year.

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THE TROJAN 13 Back Row- Mary Rose Wood, Weston Weiss, Chester -kinner, Don Kaight, Dale Smith, Carl Hatch, Wayne Raaee, Stanley Cleland, Robert Trylick, Gerald Face, Robert Wyant, Robert Case, Ruth Sprague. Second Row-Gladys Mansfield, Berneta Worden, Dorotha Larder, Beverly Hamman, Mary Cabbage, Leora Boyd, Glenna Folk, Doris Linton, Lemoine Smith, Maxine King, Betty Truax, Virginia Avery, Mr. Cuber, Advisor. Third Row-Florence Walker, Barbara Mills, Lila Adams, Doris Pratt, Marjorie Radee, Mildred Hakes, Dorothy Easton, Mildred Hyde, Helen Wildt, Vivian Bums, Jean Armstrong. Front Row-Roy Maurer, Bud Parker, Jlmny Avery, Virgil Hewitt, Laurel Findley. Absent-Merle Anderson, Charlene Green, Bruce Mickle, Richard Crandel, Mary Laurence, Maudie Culver, Darrel Koons, Agnes Fox. FRESHMEN CLASS HISTORY On September 3rd, 56 happy and proud Freshmen started their high school career. At the first class meeting the following class officers were elected: President------------Doris Pratt Vice President------Melvin Hakes Secretary---------------Virginia Avery Treasurer-------------------Mary Cabbage Advisor----------------Mr. Cuber The Annual Tug-of-war was held at the Lower mill, where the Freshmen won by a very small margin. Shortly after school started the Sophomores duly kept their promise and put the Freshmen through a very tough, but amusing Initiation. Friday the 13th, the Freshmen were guests at a delightful reception given by the Sophomores. Persons who were superstitious did not attend, as the Community House was decorated with old superstitions. On the night of April 18th, The Freshmen sponsored the last all-school party of the year. For the program they put on a short one act play entitled, Hist, She s a Man. Freshmen Student Council representatives were as follows: Barbara Mills, Melvin Hakes and Mildred Hyde. Our first year in Homer High drawn to a close and we of the Freshmen class sincerely hope that we may in the future years be a credit to Good Old Homer High.