Howell High School - Torch Yearbook (Howell, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1956 volume:

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A 0 gf .-igeigggilg I ' , , 'dvi'-,f M.:,e,,.W,..,.,,Q,,,, v Q 2 . j gkm:vf5-- Mi, Q W ' 2 1 'Vf,'?f'3 3 -4. 3 'iui J' ' IEW? ' 'f , 'XA ' I 1-'iilfif 2 ff Q, 2 Sf , A - 7 E? ,S if 25 am! Goncenldg ami lfneq acfcfecf fo ffzeala knowlecfge Ay p-aalficipaling in efxfaa-cuaaiadaa cTiviTie5 '7ap4 in Halen! aoliuilied wad lfne Sfucfenf eouncil, Three people who made our pop corn sales soar this year were Sally Smith, Carol Reader, and Frank Giegler. Besides its many projects the Student Council sells pop corn and candy at athletic events, plans after game dances. runs the con- cession stand. and governs all the student's activities. President Bill Earl discusses a future event with the Student Council: Row 1. J. Davis. C. Bellinger. J. Sweet, G. Meeden, N. Warner, S. Crosby, P. Dowen, J. Smith, A. Wiltse, N. Jubb, R. Richards. Row 2, Mr. Krieger, Mr. Christopherson, F. Giegler, D. Yoon, T. Recker. R. Reynolds. J. Musch. B. Parker, T. Kizer. J. Rogers, T. Westmoreland, J. Humphries, D. Lowe, J. McCloskey, and O. Allbright. wfnicfa pa-e4.en-feel use 1955 Jfameco4nin9, Uofoiall. Reigning over this year's homecoming was Queen Margie Simmons and her court, Judy Klier, Nancy Jubb, Rosemary Richards, and Caren Cooley. Queen Margie gets bussed by Mr. The queen and her court are pre- Christopherson as Miss Michigan, sented to the homecoming crowd by Margaret Devereaux, looks on. Mr. Christopherson. Qnqnq. gaae flue 4 a chance lo Participating in volleyball. basketball. baseball, bad- minton and golf developed a good sense of coopera- tion. sportsmanship and coordination among the girls. Joan Geer demonstrates shooting techniques in basketball. G.A.A. is the only organi- zation in which a girl may earn a letter in athletics. Sponsor, Beth Woodworth. tosses the ball for a jump between the Reader sisters A riotous initiation in the fall and a formal banquet in the spring accented a year of keen competition and fun. Sandra Hoover throws the ball to Ann Englehart dur- ing basketball practice. Real Scolclz kilfa alicia! you Za aaa Glnemleaclma. Sa f 1 , I it ' A Judy Davis Carol Slayton Beth Whalen Pat Sawdy Carol Michaels Kay Johnson Sporting new scotch kilts, our cheerleaders, led by captain Carol Michaels, proved to be the Highlanders' strongest rooters. Through thick and thin the cheer- leaders were always on the job, cheering our teams on. Theirs was a busy season planning all the pep-meetings, and making the new uniforms, besides keeping our students on their toes during each game. The Junior Varsity cheer- leaders rooted the second team on to victories during football and basketball sea- sons and were prepared to take over in the absence of any varsity cheerleader. Members of this year's Junior Varsity squad are:, P. Dowen, J. Klier, J. Hayward, and S. Bellinger. Glvuaizm fam? M4 anfihuzyd in the 4: kk K 1 . x J 4 Formal initiation being held for Junior Y-Teens S. Stickles, P. Blackmai- J. Blaine. V. Wolfe. J. Hoffman. B. Hoel, M. Belz. D. Morgan. C. Dieterle. and D. Dinkel. 1- 1 In fb Service to the school and community is the theme of the Y-Teens with various club projects holding the interest of the groups: ushering at school functions, col- lecting canned goods at Christmas time, checking coats at basketball games. engrav- ing pens, and presenting the school with useful gifts. A Senior Y-Teens highlight is the annual style show given in the spring. President Margie Simmons giving some modeling tips to the Sen- ior Y-Teens. Senior Y-Teen members include: fstandingj Mrs. Remus. sponsor. N. Heller. N. Jubb, J. Bishop, G. Franks, K. Johnson, R. Richards, P. Dowen. B. Henning. J. Lounsberry. C. Marr, J. Harmon, M. White. CSittingJJ. Hayward. G. Henderson, S. Smith, D. Walker, K. Wonch, J. Bushrey, D. Pearson. R. Wailker. C. Wilnow. S. Hoover, R. Richards. P 3 ef--nm, zf.4.e. ang! ,wif erm. Youth for Christ club president, Oliver Allbright, introduces the speaker of the day to his clubbers. The senior Hi-Y is a Christian organization composed of young men in grades 10-12, who believe in clean living, hard work, and healthful play. School service is one of the objectives of the club, and several projects were carried out during the year including obtaining a flag for the gym, mirrors for the lavatories, and repair of the bleachers in the gym. Hi-Y President, Ken Schimmelpfenneg, adds a little humor to his agenda. Members include Stan Warner, George Hayward Bill Earl, Glenn Gillett, Harold Haller, Oliver Allbright, Malcolm Cox, Mr. Fulk, advisor, Glen Meyer, Dick Schnacken- berg, Dick Meyer, and Jim Murphy. 7442 leaaneff funcfa.01enla1d, Our Future Farmers are one of the most active groups in school with lawn spraying, farm projects and recreation. The executive board meets with sponsor Merle Weaver to talk about future plans. Byron Rogers, Eugene Steinacker. Lee Ward, Bill Bugard, and president Earl Ward. Noon recieition is enioyed bv Eugene Seiple William C1 ift Jim Belz Dick Dankeis Gary Allen Charles Kimberly Byron Rogers Robert Franklin Bill Bamber Mel Gentry Warner West, Dick lkens, Jake Dankers, and Ross Keddle. Preparing the club tractor for spring use are Fred Ward, Paul Radak, Bob Boutell, Wendall Lybrink, Henry Glover, Jerome Brown, Ronald Badeaux, and Ron Clay. msfunimenla in cfzemicald amf coakimy Senior Science club mem- bers watching an experi- ment are: M. Weimeister, D. Dieterle, S. Warner, R. Bartlett, G. Hayward, M. Street, B. Whalen, Pres. J. Murphy. Mr. Cooley Lad- visorl, A. Lovas, N. Love, T. Berry, C. Seim, and M. Cox. Suffocating fumes, clanking crucibles, and blazing bunsen burners all contributed to the demonstrations as the Senior Science Club members studied the many phases of Physics and Chemistry. accufziecl flue Science auf 04 4 014464. C 'L is I 5, W Members of the Future Homemakers of America taking a cherry pie out of the oven are: A. Burrus, M. Dunn, J. Doucette, Y. Burrus, S. Holmes, E. Cook, M. Booth, S. Reavley, D. Flower, D. Fisk, Miss Stuart fadvisorl, P. Spare, M. Randles, K. Crofoot, P. Childs, D. Fredenburg wfulle ffxe .falind Juan-ecf Rome, Latin Club membersg Row 1 N Warner E Allis B Jones T Muncie B. Orndorf, D. Witt. Row 2 B Crandall S Crosby S Monroe C. Reader, B. Bailer, D. Hughes Row 3 S Bellinger S Bucknell, J. Hayward, E. Crosby, M Livingston P Helms Row 4 R Brady M. Johnson, C. Love, S. Harrison, J Geer C Dieterle the funded aawmilefl jen AuJa9e4 School Nurse, Mrs. Stoutenburg shows Beth Whalen how to splint the fractured arm of Ruth Ann Davis, as the Future Nurses observe: Nancy Reader, Pres., P. Helms, J. Lounsberry, J. White, M. Rhodes, M. Livingston, J. Itsell, I. Neathamer, M. Lowe, M. Dillon, J. Hill, C. Cornell M. McGill. .fiQAfd- 0441, Roll '8m, cnc! cznoffzm mnuie 416414. The Movie Projection Club learned about the audio-visual equipment and earned money by providing noon movies under the sponsorship of Mr. Poole. Row 1: Mr. Poole fadvisorb, J. McKie, E. Allis, D. Weed- man, R. Keddle, W. Fletcher. Row 2: R. Franklin, T. Dunham, P. Wylie, B. Rogers, J. Ivey, R. Woodruff, D. Guest, M. Cox, G. Gillett, J. Hardy. 7114 Jloidq Glad woakecl on a umiefq of inlmedfd. Radio, model planes. elec- tricity, wood, and metal working are the various hob- bies which the Hobby Club boys enjoy. L. Gearhart, C. Kendall. D. Dankers, Mr. Davis Cadvisorj J. Goniea, D. Milner. G. Davis and J. Domine. We all ffre fine muiic Ly 'Rip kay m Mr. Rosenzweig in his first year as bandmaster, began the development of a greater Howell High School band. Starting with a stepped-up instrumental program in the elementary grades, and Continuing into the high school, the leader hopes to build a fine music department for the school. The band played for all the home football games. the pep- meetings, and presented a concert in March. Members of the marching band included majorettes, B. Hoel, J. Geer and J. Hayward. Row one M. Salmon, G. Minor, S. Seiple, J. Wilson, J. Spalding, G. Meeden, E. Livingston, P. VanWinkle. Row two: L. Musson, N. Heino, W. Marr, W. Wells, A. Fitch, M. Knoop, E. Crosby, F. Frostic Row three: T. Muncie, D. Dieterle, R. Clark, E. Seiple, S. Crosby, G. Hayward, J. Gallop, B. Crandall. Row four: M. Layton, P. Dowen, M. Hagman, J. Itsell, D. Buell, J. Musch, C. Slayton, L. Wykoff. Row five: L. Meeden, R. Fournier, N. Hubbel, M. Lowe, T. Moular, D- Ikens, F. Grieve, A. Engelhardt, D. Pearson. NW if lt 15 Zine Rancl am! Me many almond tyaaafu. Mr. Stollsteimer di- rects Howell's select singing group, the Madrigal Club. as it celebrates its silver anniversary year. The club sings for many school functions, civic groups, and state und district festivals. Row one: G. Withey, M. Cox, S. Bucknell, A. Engelhardt, M. Dunn, B. Johnson, J. Davis, N. Olrich, J. Hauser. Row two: R. Lowe. C. Bellinger, V. Steinacker. M. Beatty, A. Wiltse, M. Diotte, B. Whalen, C. Slayton, L. Scott, M. Johnson. Row three: B. Hagni, R. Clark, R. Martyn. S. Smith, S. Seales, K. McKie, M. Fletcher. J. Reams. B. Wright, O. Allbright. The Mndrigal combines with all singing groups to present n concert at Christmas. Jfoliafa4f Jap amf Um '7awn keg! Une Jeniofu lung, MJ Here are some of the couples dressed in high style for the Holiday Hop . Stanley Warner directs the church choir down in the orchestra pit with the aid of Naomi Olrich accompany- ing on the organ during Our Town In anticipation of the Winter Formal, a big calender event for the seniors, L. Scott, G. Hayward, M. Dunn, S. Hoover and J. Wilson labor hard on the decora tions. f'f727,f W, Mrs. Helm, director of Our Town registers pleased astonishment upon receiving a gift from the cast. ' -sv cleacflined afze mel iq puuicafiwa Slaff. Journalism made its formal bow this year at Howell, with the Torch and Green and Gold staffs combining to form a publications council. The editors of the yearbook learned the functions of the newspaper, as well as all the tricks in yearbook publishing. Both juniors and seniors participated in the class, and great improvement in the school publications was shown. The Torch staff fitting together the yearbook: Carol Michaels, Bill Burtch, Nancy Heller, Josey Somma, Elaine Livingston, Oliver Allbright, Brenda Beurmann, Ken Schimmel, Beth Whalen, Sylvia Warner. ll This week's news is checked by Green and Gold staff members: Nancy Jubb, Brenda Beurmann, Stan Warner, Sherrie Seales, Beth Whalen, Jim Gaines, Josey Somma, Ken Schimmel, Beverly Hen- ning, Jeanette Hauser, Elaine Livingston, Oliver Allbright, Sylvia Warner, Bill Burtch, Mr. Jameson, instructor. Josey Somma, Photo editor. QM Nancy Heller, A rt and layout editor. Oliver A llbright , Ye Editor-in-chief Ken Schimmel, Copy editor. Carol Michaels, Business Manager. N1 , S I ' EIS fs .M 1, , .4 W.. ? Q. , -5 42 ,f -M . 'klbz 1 1 ai 3 .fm ' fff Q3, K 535, 'Www 'Wingn- . I 2 f Q 4 + , 1 . l 2 I is f ez, ,O 2 s 7 if ' f 'yi Y I Q 2 2 ! Q Captain fmm 6 5Dor15 0444 Jail' 40015611 7eam in Acfzaof 11641014 won Howell Fenton Howell Northville Howell Everett Howell Eaton Rapids Howell Mason o if . , 'Q Row 1: Mr. Fulk, head coach, John McCloskey, Charlie Brigham, Harold Haller, Bill Earl, Dick Lamphere, Mr. Jameson, coach. Jim Bippley, Russ Smith, Ron Battle, Bob Carroll, Gene Steinacker. Director, Ed Robin, Gary Chapel, Lee Ward, Don Penzein, Gerald Checking over plans for the season with Athletic Director Paul Bennett are Backfield Coach Guy Jameson. Head Coach Harold Fulk. and End Coach. Jack Vince. lfze eafzifal echcaull' e p. 1 9 Howell Charlotte Howell Durand Howell Grand Ledge Howell Holt V A V - ., .gn A ... --r . ,,. ' k ' -Wlarrf . ' Oliver Allbright, Dick Lowe, John Struble, Tom Westmoreland, Row 2: Ron Clay, Glen Meyer, Stan Warner, Melvin Gillett, Dean Kypke, Ron Walker, Manager. Row 3: Mr. Bennett, Athletic Humphries, Jim Rogers, Dick McMacken, Doug Gerkin, Dick White. Our Highlanders won the undisputed Capital Circuit football championship for the first time. Coach Harold Fulk's charges compiled the enviable record of hav ing only seven points scored on them in nine games. Although the offensive unit was no ball of fire, it capitalized on the breaks to score vital points, and gained a total of 1,981 yards. The leading ground- gainer was Gerald Humphries with an average of seven yards per carry. Doug Gerkin led the passers with 13 completions in 26 attempts. Oliver Allbright was elected honorary captain, and John McCloskey made several of the mythical All-State teams. Bill Earl, Jim Rogers, Dick McMacken, and Charlie Brigham were given honorable mention on these teams. , , 5 I . ' f 4, 1 FQ 0 x 5 ' Q X Qt: 4 Qi fl , V ',1, 3511.1 4 A ' - 'fl 'l A 4 ! M fx- Y Y K 4 I L rv , Q.. grew '- ' VM s ,if-'2,.w'S'? ' Vet L N l I K fl. wxiw f s . gg u 'Sl 1 'Q5' 23 union Wafzdilq 0,4041 dia: dllzaigkf. Coach Jack Vince and his crew had an excellent sea- son, as they went unbeaten in their six games. Howell Fenton Howell Farmington Howell Stockbridge Howell Holt Howell Mason Howell Williamston . .Y 4 .si 4 . V .W ,, I ,W I A1 - Row 1: G.Gillett, D. Fournier, R. Ikens, B. Zizka, G. Meeden, P. Wylie, D. Walker, B. Park, Coach Vince. Row 2: Mgr. V. Hathaway, B. Bailer, B. Seim, T. Kizer, B. Marvin, L. Oesterle, G. Musch, K. Kendall, H- Schimmelpfenneg, J. Ivey, D. Meyer, T. Walker, B. Rose, B. Rogers, C. Harris, D. Gehringer, E. Allis. Row 3: G. Best, D. Buell, G. Stollsteimer, J. Miller, D. Sober, B. Clark, J. Pearson, G. Smith. Row 5: J. Goniea, P. Miller, D. Wiltse, R. Keddle, J. Whalen. 14 young emu-eounlaq 7eam lashes! lo nm! gem. Coach Willis checks the time with his runners J. Wood, P. Radak, B. Parker, C. Robert- son, J. Murphy, L. Goniea, B. Hoel, D. Witt. Howell 47, Everett 16 Howell 57, Farmington 20 Van Dyke 58 Howell 46, Milford 17 Howell 47, Ann Arbor 17 Wayne 80 Howell 29, Grand Ledge 28 N State Regional, sixth Capital Circuit, fourth flow score winsj fmpaoainq in eaavuf game, aw: Bafikelia-ll 7eam The varsity basketball team enjoyed its finest season in recent years when it posted 21 7-10 season mark. The team was comprised of: Harold Haller, Ken Schimmelpfenneg Stan Warner, Dick McMacken, Bill Earl, John McCloskey, Dean Kypke, Jim Rogers, Tom Westmoreland, and Charlie Brigham. wM Head coach Jack Vince -- - talks over pre-game if 'T strategy with co-captains ' Bill Earl and John McCloskey. 2 ff' i i 5 5 f., XJ' 5 v ,m.1.1e1 plmtq af 61,1111 we 11.1111i. Ten wins against five losses was the record of the junior varsity basketball team this year. The team won games from: Grand Blanc, 48-32g Holt, 62-39,and 67-55g Eaton Rapids, 50-42, and 48-473 Everett, 45-43, and 59-453 Grand Ledge. 63-37g Haslett, 52-503 Charlotte, 68-59. The five defeats were by: Mason, 42-39, and 55-48, Fenton, 64- 395 Charlotte, 40-34g and to Grand Ledge , 39-38. Front Row: H. Schimmelpfenneg, R. Woodruff, J. Bippley, F. Buvia. J.Musch, T.Walker, mgr. Back Row: R. Clark, G. Humphries, J. Maycock, L. Oesterle, D. Gerkin, Coach Harold Fulk. The season's record of the Varsity. Howell Grand Blanc Howell Mason Howell Fenton Howell Holt Howell Eaton Rapids Howell Everett Howell Grand Ledge Howell Charlotte 25 Howell Howell Howell Howell Howell Howell Howell Mason Holt Haslett Eaton Rapids Everett Charlotte Grand Ledge State District at Lansing Eastern Howell 47, Mason 44. Howell 51, East Lansing 66 The team's leading scorers in action: Dick McMacken, Bill Earl, and John McCloskey. h rqllfmoaqfm df-Odfdf me a F-GJ! of X,.,x ,f Q- ui 0' Wiliif '0Qflf'i 505199 xQ-15, 5.-QQ Q4 'X qv 1 wiraq-1' a4',':'4' Sanur-'Mg Dani 3 aaa cavniculum, a maize impnlllani dale i4 playa! dy Classes 28 MQW Seuenlf: amf Ziqfzlfz Qdacfmd en-fwecf cult We I gt-.xx sau' 0 I .o g .V P f EVENTH GRADERS First row, I.. to R: J. Wilder, R. Davis, H. Zuck, B. Benson, J. Arthur, M. Ponta, D. Leo. Second row: R. Ladner, A. Rich, B. Dunn, M. Rider, N. Barton, D. Dankers. B. Klender, V. La1Bal1ister. Third row: B. Lovas, D. Murray, K. Johnson, R. Galarneau, G. Peckens, K. Flowers. Fourth row: F. Stevens, D. Wiedman, G. Bradshaw, N. Van Ness, C. Hill. and R. Conine. EVENTH GRA DERS First row, L to R: J. Spalding, R. Davis, G. Zimmerman, D. Gooldy, D. Anderson. J. Myer. Second row: C. VanDerVelde. T. Toeples, H. Knoop, R. Allis, B. Major, E. Davis. Third row: G. Bradshaw, D. Knapp, K. Klender, R. Fredenburg, R. Walker, D. Davenport. Fourth row: D. Michiels, K. Jacobs, J. Ordiway, B. Cook, F. Kirby. Fifth row: V, Mason, G. Lyons, C. Petteys, C. Eager. Standing: J. Peach, D. Erwin. and B. Allmen. Q is V me 5 29 fhfhdlfww, an-cfdoanfoancf VENTH GRADERS irst row, L to R: H. King, S. Novotny, W. Ohmer, D. Scott, M. Gegeny, S. Dyer, M. Niblock, B. Musson econd row: S. Ricketts, J. White, J. Soule, R. Farmer, S. Reid, J. Trafton, P. Hubbel, J. Dunham, C. ickles. Third row: A. Rall, J. Clapper, P. West, B. Gallagher, L. Thomas, J. Knapp, R. Bushrey, N. ilvestri, J. Haller, Fourth row: R. Frever, N. Gardner, M. Wilson, and R. Granger. IENTH GRADERS irst row, L to R: K. Farmer, G. Martin, W. Klier, J.Crain, R.Johnson, P.Parmenter. C. Wellman, . Sutfin, S. Smith, L. Shooter. Second row: C. Fox, S. McPherson, J. Scott, B. Fuller, D. Merrill, . McGill, B. Baggett, P. Dillon, J. Rieckoff, M. Schneider, A. Wolffe, T. Chenoweth. Third row: M. armon, V, Spare, S. Shinn, S. Malley, and E. Dickerson. 5 3 QE 'if me W 4 A ' '5' ' if AQ W1 Q E. , , ' ' -Q' SFS fi'-'fax H' , if 'M i 1 N if' Q .f 1? W any-NN fif- If ,Q 558, , ISL? i J'W X 2455 A-,xi , I v p 5 3? H- Qi . Lf' ' 1 .r ' J' .1 3' 3 i , , , - , - H' , f W 1 if 31 afficmd, cfafid Jed, ancf HTH GRADERS rst row, L to R: B. Baker, L. Darnell, J. Beek, M. Reader, P. Blackmar, S. Stickles, A. Parker, Rasegan, G. Jacobs, T. Wells. Second row: E. Morgan, G. Brush, D. Poma, L. Krieger, D. Wenk, Kaplan, J. Beckweth, N. Frever, R. Densmore, M. Anderson, B. Milett, S. Russeau. Third row: Wessinger, K. Pack, C. Wilson, A. Kozma, J. Hardy, and R. West. HTH GRADERS rst row: I. Lenz. M. Brayton, B. Casterton, J. Hoffman, D. Coffey, S. Spare, J. DeCroix. Second row: Baird. V. Wolffe. K. Rndtke, J. Gilkes, D. Rasegan, C. Law, C. Coles. Third row: J. Spare, V. Butzel Milner, B. Baker, D. Fisher, R. Street, and D. Currie. 32 frafuf. Befween fuddled. will l4e Jaokl., IGHTH GRADERS First row, L to R: Mr. Bennett, P. Misslitz, G. Loftis, J. Trafford, S, Brayton, J. Spare, B. Swnim, J. Smith, L, Williams, Second row: J. Nichols, D. Ryan, V. LaBallister, J. Garvet, J. Peckens. K. Lawson, J. Butler. S. Gehringer. Third row: B. Fidler, L. Alstot, M. Hornus, M. Sinelli, F. Moore, EI. Stevens, S. Fockler. L. Clark. Fourth row: S. Parshall and S. Monkress. S H i' f ' ' ':':' ' ' , 4 IGHTH GRADERS First row, L to R: L. Meeden, J. Redinger, D. Cunningham, L. Gearhart. R. O'Million, W. Wilson, G,Roger G. Beatty, B. Stipe, H. Eugling. Second row: M. Randles, P. VanWinkle, R. Lowe. R. Fortson, R. Jacobs. Third row: E. Redinger. D. Bunting, D. Briggs, G. Faketty. Fourth row: R. Walton. J. Keihl, D. Booth, and G. Bzirtrarn, 4 iheq pnedawhnlczfinet?AaQHbna4 flhuwnilq. 5 Of CHRIST THE TW' ELYE DAY 00 Peter VanWinkle portrays Scrooge' in the Eighth Grade's version of Dicken's Christmas Carol. Mr. Krieger and Mr. Christopherson listen to pleas for excused absences from tardy students. 'Wir' Q 'WW ii ' L'X'mX., ER. We 5,2 K Mr. Davis instructs his shop class in all phases of manual training. The first step to later do-it-your- self projects. i I wtf K' 'M J . X BJ Tom Kizer Harold Judy Chapman Joann Gallop Joan Erv President Schimmelpfenneg Secretary Treasurer Treasure Vice-President 744 4ae4Junen fauninzaay c4affenga'n9 14.4.64 Judith Andren David Arthur William Bailer William Bamber Dale Bennett Gene Best Deanna Birdsong Caron Blevins Sam Blount Mary Booth Ruth Brady Bessie Brumbill Thomas Bryl Robert Buckhave James Buckner Donald Buell Amy Burke Ronald Burrus Mary Cahill Robert Caldwell Si - fi? ii ' Sally Campbell Bill Chaddock Raymond Chunko Tom Clapper .fn iqlqelfla, Biology, Znglidfi, fella, auf lfzelh Newt' - F t . M53 - W 'F N. Q xxx L? Q at X. Q t Ag? Qi QW -,,, f ., S id i Robert E. Clark Robert N. Clark Carol Conine Helena Cook Mickey Cook William Cook Caren Cooley Barbara Crandall Catherine Crofoot Dianne Cronan Sharon Crosby Donna Cunningham Ken Curtis Beverly Daniels Gerald Dankers Clarence Darnell Jr Cecile Davis Gary Davis Georgia Davis Charles Dean Mary Jo Deane Judy Deaner Karen Deckert Gene Densmore 011:01 duifecfd. '7l16f dw cfodcoamecl many new Carolyn Dieterle Jim Domine Janet Erwin Charles Falcon Carole Filkins David Fisher Dorothy Fisk Ann Fitch Walter Fletcher Darlene Flowers Norma Foster Robert Foster Fred Frostic Carolyn Gaither Francis Gardner Sarah Gates Joan Geer Maxine Geer Pat Gegeny Dick Gehringer panda in Mem dau, wfziofz wa the Inga! I Melvin Gentry Jim Golden John Goniea Robert Gooldy Dale Guest Ruth Hamilton Susan Harrison Jerry Harmon Barbara Harvey Jim Hathaway Sharon Heller Charles Henning Glenda Hicks Gary Hoard Shirley Holmes Nancy Hubbel Dianne Hughes James Ivey Mary Johnson Ann Jonckheere Sandra Karsten Karl Kendall Harold Kenroy Larry La Ballister Larry Langer Harland Latson May Layton Martha Livingston M WW, in ,lfmzz .,w.,A scfmz naw. Charlene Love Margaret Lowe Joan Lowman Robert McCaig Melinda McCarthy Patricia McKnight Thomas McShane William Marr Joe Martin Joyce Martin Ronald Martyn Brian Marvin Rita Mason Alice Merrill Peggy Merrill Stanley Merrill William Mueller Richard Milner Margaret Misslitz Sharon Monroe 'gf a 'IHA Q4 1 Darlena Morgan Carol Morrison Jerry Musch Linda Musson 7655419 pad in acliailed ducfn ad, helping on GA-Aenfleliai, I li L fi .P 35+ l E i f - P . Q' i X M L it 5 am ge ,if Q 3 am N fro Mu Q 'S 3 V Q X l s A : -- EQ' t Q J 4 1 rrooo at P if Ruth Myer Michael Neu Larry Niles Kaywin Novotny Jerome Olrich Mary Olrich William Orndorf William Park Robert Patten Jim Pearson Richard Peterson Joyce Peyton Rosemary Powell Marianne Pyles Charlagene Quigley Darlene Rall Carol Reader Lila Reams Shirley Reavley Thomas Recker Robert Recker Mary Rhodes Nancy Rich Jo Ann Roggenkamp an al alftlelic eaenld Robert Rose Nannette Rusha Mary Salmon John Sawdy Patricia Schild Terry Schneider Shirley Seiple Judy Shaffer Sharon Sheldon Ronald Shoner Nancy Shooter Ronald Smith Shirley Smith Robert Spare Karen Steinacker Alice Story Harold Street Jennie Sutfin LeRoy Swatz Tim Swift apr nwezammwwwpwagmww. 'ir W X 3 Joan Tester Judy Thatcher Floyd Trafford Kay Van Blaricum Alice Wagner Donald Walker Judy Ward Paul Watson Warner West Marlette Wiggins James Williams Robert Wilson Dick Wiltse Robert Woodruff La Moyne Wykoff Duke Yoon Robert Zizka Lorraine Zuck Frank Buvia V Qs. Nelson Warner Carol Slayton Phyllis Zimmerle Gleneley Whii President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer 14 gem claim, and mach widen, line Sqalwmoaoi me dill Gary Allen Edward Allis Karen Andren Mike Bailey Carol Beeman Suzanne Bellinger Peggy Berry Jim Bippley Letitia Blaess Nancy Blevins Robert Boutell Roy Brumbill Sylvia Buckelew Shirley Bucknell Joyce Buckner Judy Bushrey Judy Buss Richard Clark Mary Cobb Ann Conine 'Ve- M' 1 l-fi Elaine Crosby Nancy Cunningham Jake Dankers Wilber Dean mum, wx. ,Maw M Jeaelafunq uma, mai, Bill Devine Mary Kay Dillon Patricia Dowen Joanne Dudeck Terry Dunham Marlene Durkee Ann Engelhardt Marilou Fletcher Duane Fournier Bob Franklin Deanna Gerkin Douglas Gerkin Glen Gillett Henry Glover Jeanne Golden William Goniea Lylliss Goucher Frances Grieve David Gross Betty Hagni Donald Hall Judith Hayward Glida Henderson David Hobbs gelfanq ffseu geamelfuf FJGLIBIKJ fughl, am! William Hoel Gerald Holmes Robert Hornshaw Pete Hornus Gerald Humphries Richard Ikens Debra Jackson Barbara Johnson Robert Jones Ross Keddle John Kennedy Donna Kirby Judy Klier Mary Knoop Andy Kulick Eloise Lenz Ann Lewis Jim Line David Malcolm June Mangold Izaiding money fan ffzeia fafuae mofzended D w .W ma. X. 2 -X ., il - - U - 1. 3 L . df' 1 Ygfa, - Gif? aw A 1 Us X Q 1' r fl 2 1 . Q x , N' Msrx ' vin -1. -2 A Y L. s 9 'Q is X fa I R? . i .Ne f KQWQYQSQM is -, A A w W i , :S ft A 5 , .. ,Q ,. 1 t 'M ' r . . 5 R 1 . .245 'inf Robert Markcum Carol Marr Jim Maycock William McKeon Glen Meeden Lynne Merrill Richard Meyer Jack Miller Pat Miller Richard Miller Gordon Miner Jerry Moular Tom Muncie Maryann Munsell Steve Murray Gary Musson Patricia Myer Irene Neathamer Janet Nelson Judy Niles Laurie Oesterle Brian O'Loane David Pack Delyn Pearson Betty Press Paul Radak June Randles Gail Reetz Wifi: Jfwacleninq in-lmed-ld auf in-weeding Jacqueline Reiman Rainy Richards Mary Robb Chad Robertson Byron Rogers Chuck Schmuck Bill Seim Gene Seiple Deanna Smith Gary Smith Richard Sober Carlyn Sowers Jerry Spalding Nancy Spalding Avis Ann Spare Pat Spare Gale Stollsteimer Susanne Stovall Gerald Street Tyler Thomas Wilhelm Thumm Thomas Thumser Dorothy Walker Thomas Walker lempo, lla: Sopfranwau awed! ifze nm! Iwo qemfi. Biology students checking the mystic, unseen world of life through the aid of the microscope. Frederick Ward Sandra Wenk James Whalen Marilyn White Sandy Wiles Carol Willnow Dale Witt Carol Wixom James Wood Judy Wright Paul Wylie ggi: Judy Davis Gary Chapel Marilyn Marr Don Penzien Dean Kypl President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Treasurer ecuufq Jailed gave ffze funioad uafaalle uxaak Carol Banghart Bonnie Barron Ronald Battle Carol Bellinger Brenda Beurmann Jimmie Belz Roberta Blanchard Anthony Boscher Jerome Brown Edward Bucknell Irene Bugard Yvonne Burrus William Burtch Ronnie Cannon Robert Carroll Ronald Chedester Ronald Clay Carol Cornell Malcolm Cox Ruth Dankers ,N if J J Ziff ' if fe Ti a Z Ii., , A I 1 5 11 3 , A .:,, ' j' y QR ,X fx Q ' A Q- ff, if kan.. I .,, Y l .45 : s -b.. 1 tio if '. 6 in iudinedd mdfzochf lfzeq alia enlvzlainecl -.i.,..1+.W - Bette Davis Jerry Dean Duane Dieterle Mary Jane Diotte Joyce Dudeck Susan Duris Loreen Filkins Judith Fockler Rodney Foerster Gloria Franks James Gaines Kenneth Gearhart Frank Giegler Melvin Gillett Linda Girst Joyce Granger Nikky-Jo Greene Marilyn Hagman Joan Harmon Chuck Harris Nancy Hartwell Jeanette Hauser Nancy Heino Phyllis Helms Beverly Henning Jacqueline Hill Joyce Holderness David Ikens lie anime izmzw Mi, al :Jw ,ymm emmz Judy Itsell Judith Jennings Nancy Jubb Patricia Kelly Charles Kimberly Elaine Livingston Doris Lott Joyce Lounsberry Wendall Lybrink Margaret McGill Karen McKie Richard McMacken Robert Martyn Richard Merrill Glen Meyer Catherine Milett George Washington Janet Musch Buckley Myer Irene Newman MJ, inailecf dw Swim Glen xml' til ii w S A ' B i wwe 'af 1 1: i 'Y gps . ,xi i Robert Parker Velna Parshall Lois Peckens Kenneth Petsch Carolin Pichan Marley Pierson Betty Powell Carol Prout Nancy Reader Richard Reynolds Betty Robertson Edward Robin James Rogers Barbara Schram Sherritt Seales Clara Shelters Dona Shoner Barbara Shriver Raymond Smith Vivian Steinacker Lawrence Swick Jerry Tester Stanley Vines Lee Ward Sylvia Warner Melvin Weimeister Walter Wells Beth Whalen la Je lieu: guedfd al annual f-Jlop. .foci o-ad' 1957! Judy White Richard White Beth Wixom Betty Wright Donna Wright Junior journalism students interview Reverend Kiyoshi Tanimoto after an assembly program. Reverend Tanimoto told of the bombing of Hiroshima in 1945, and of the 25 girls brought here for surgery. fn Memuam: Zdwzn Read' liddwza Born: April 10, 1938 Died: January 4, 1956 We are reminded that the days of the human journey are to some much shorter than to others.. .. Thus it was with the journey of Ed Baldwin, our friend and classmate. Ed began serving the Class of '56 in the eighth grade when he was elected treasurer. In his freshman year, he was a member of the Junior Hi-Y, and in the sopho- more year earned awards in golf and junior-varsity basketball and football. Ed was student council representative in the jumior year. This year Ed was co-chairman of the magazine sales. His in- terpretation of George in the senior class play, Our Town, will long be remembered. Um dau aefzaztzea we caofulina-le! 64, aw, affzma. 53 JHN EDWARD McC LOSKEY resident, golfer, nger and an All- ate end in foot- ill. CHARLES RICHARD BRIGI-IAM Vice-Presidentg athletics played a major role in his high school life. , My 50' 'V , M. NANCY HAROLD LEE HERBERT HELLER HALLER Secretary, busy on Treasurer, a four Torch staff, Y- sport letterman, Teens, and headed with engineering for MSU. future. 'Q GERALD E. KNIGHT Assistant Treasu enjoys hunting, archery, and all sports. TGI' -71... swan dazed :za ,W A., szzm., My. RONALD ORLA BARTLETT Main interests were sports and science. GLORIA BEDUHN A pleasant student who enjoyed working in the new Cafeteria. LOUIS M. ADAMS Favorite pastimes were photography and radio. OLIVER H. ALLBRIGHT Held many offices and lettered in football and track. A ..,. . .,....... 5 JUDITH ANN BISHOP Belonged to G.A.A. and Y-Teens, and was an excellent worker for the class. CHARLES ROBERT BRA YTON Considers the possi- bilities of Army life. MARTHA BEATTY Madrigal, Y-teens, and reading were time consumers. THOMAS FREDERIC BERRY Outdoor sports and reading filled in the lost week-ends. 35,000 in mcgagine ALVENA MARY BURRUS Served as president of F.H.A. in her senior year. JOHN CLARK Track and the naval reserves held his interest. BERNICE CHARLES JUNE ELLSWORTH BRIGGS BUGARD JR. An active member Primary interests in G.A.A. and were farming and Y-Teens. cars. JANET CA ROL CODDINGTON Found baseball, basketball, and records relaxing. STANLEY ENCB COLE Was keenly inter ested in science and math. HAZEL JUNE BUSHNELL A quiet member of our class who enjoyed her studies. BEVERLY ANN CLAWSON Took part in G.A.A. and Y-Teens. -me ,mzwzfm 4 me seam faq, --em vim, DOROTHY CONKLIN An enthusiastic spectator and player in sports. JACQUELIN LEE DOUCETTE Swimming, dancing, and collecting pop records killed the leisure time. MARY DIANA DURIS Outside activities were bowling and music. 53 .fi .A DARRELL DEANE DARLING Class treasurer in the ninth grade and on the Student Coun cil in the tenth. MARY LOU DUNN G.A.A. , Y-Teens. and Madrigal kept her busy. WILLIAM DUANE EARL Was very successful in both school politics and sports. hours hunting and fishing. ,z. Ji -Y DUANE DORIS LOUIS FREDENBURG FRANKLIN Member of Y Teens. Spent after school F. H.A. , and G.A.A. waa!1mJwa4A,6utwa4 lata of ROBERTA SUE GENTRY Played a leading part in the class plays. JUDITH ANN GOLDEN Designing her clothes now indicates her fu- ture plans. CHARLOTTE MAE GEARHART Hobbies included horseback riding, and gardening. KENNETH GEARHART The great outdoors captivated his inter- GSL BETTY LUCAILLE GLENN Y-Teens and listening to records appealed to her. LAWRENCE EMERY GONIEA A trackman all the way. WAYNE LEONARD DUANE ROSS GOUCHER HAIR Holidays spent hunt- Traveling and roller ing and fishing. skating were his interests. aw. --alarms, ,aw ,Madame uw 114394 ,amz KA Y CA ROLYN JOHNSON Handled cheerleading and dancing with ease. THOMAS WARREN KELLEY Found outdoor life enjoyable. GEORGE SANDRA RALPH JEAN HAYWARD HOOVER A dependable mem- This sports fan looks ber of the Hi-Y and forward to a career Science Club. in physical education. RICHARD FRED LAMPHERE Enjoyed electronics and listening to music. ANDRE ERNEST LOVAS Membership in Science Club and Madrigal proved profitable. MARVIN WESLEY JOHNSON Took part in YFC, Madrigal, and Forensic Club. MARQUERITE KIRBY Will be remembered for her role as Rebecca in the senior play. adam wx, 6 ,da um W :Jw www uacafian RICHARD EDWARD LOWE Student Council and football were at the top of his activities. MARION MAE MASON An honor student who received the D.A.R. Good Citizenship Award. STEPHEN JOHN LOVAS Tinkering with cars was an intriguing pastime. NORMAN DUA NE LOVE Anticipates a career in engineer- ing. CAROL RUTH NHCHAELS Always on the go as cheerleader captain, and Torch staffg with travel as a hobby. THOMAS HARRY MOULAR A top marksman throughout his high school years. SANDRA JEAN MARTENS A collection of old and odd coins kept her busy. TED DUANE MERRILL Farming will play an important part in his future. '7f1e Sevdaa-paaenl gaae aaa 4. PATRICIA DIANE NEU Reading and dramatics caught her fancy. JANET MARIE PECKENS Swimming and dancing rounded out her school life. JAMES ROBERT MURPHY A medical future supplemented by membership in the Science Club. GLENDA NATIONS Found hiking, roller skating, and swimming relaxing. SHIRLEY ANN RATHBUN Was a quiet member of our classy spent most of her spare time as a waitress at Hop's. SHARON MARIE READER An efficient secre- tary she will be after commercial college. NAOMI RUTH OLRICH Singing, playing the piano, and just being nice came natural for her. CHARLOTTE ROSE RAND LES Hobby was collecting records. an failing of expended gel la RSEMARY AUDREY RICHARDS Her busy high school career was highlighted by serving on the Queen's court. MARY LOU RISSMAN A new personality in our classy is planning a general business career. JERRY ORVILLE REANIS He was the core of the baritone Section in chorus. and Madrigal. C0188- JAMES JOSEPH RENAUD The great outdoors appealed to his sense of adventure. PATRICIA GENEVIEVE SAWDY Along with preparing for a commercial course, she devoted many hours to cheer leading. KENNETH ALLEN SCHIMMELPFENNEG Many activities and meeting deadlines for the Torch, left a good mark. MARLANNE LORETTA RICKETTS A regular honor roll student, she enjoyed swimming, reading and traveling. PATRICIA SABOURIN A sports enthusiast with a psychological slant. We .loci Jack .on .Zine ,qeaad of lun, fellawdiip' ,ami RICHARD V. LELAND SCHNACKENBERG RODGER Hunting and fishing SCOTT filled in his leisure time. Spend his free hours singing in Madrigal, and building model boats. CARL JLBEPH SEIM Football, baseball, chess, and Boy Scouts occupied his time. 5 JAMES EUGENE SHRIVER Hobbies included pho- tography and collecting unusual weapons. JOA NNE RUSSE LL MARLENE DONA LD SMITH SMITH Foremost on her activity list were Student Council and music. He proved to be one of Howell's greatest football players. SHARON ELAINE SEIPLE School drudgery was eased by listening to music and sewing. MARGARET ELLEN SIMMONS The Homecoming Queen and Y-Teen president will make a good teach- er. fealusiag in Acfaaof, aaa! face SHERRILL ANNE SOULE Swimming and sports were a part of her high school life. EUGENE KENNETH STEINACKER He will be remembered for his lively sense of humor. SALLY MARGARET SMITH Singing and col lecting records kept her in rhythm. J CBEPHINE M. SOMMA A combination of photo-editing for the Torch and membership in Future Nurses made a busy schedule. 5 , a MERLYN JOHN D. STREET WALKER He was a very inter- STRUBLE ested member of the Made good as a Science and Y.F.C. football full-back clubs. and as a track sprinter. RICHARD SPARE Hot rodding was his specialty. FRANCES BEULAH STORY Collecting souvenirs, cooking, and reading were her extra-curricu lar activities. me aaa Graaf waz. W. mug, PATRICIA VAN HOUDT An interesting student, who participated in many class activities. RONALD WALLACE WALKER Playing baseball and watching sports events were his special in- terests. DEONA JEAN SWEET An enthusiastic cheerleader, and an excellent artist. DONALD CHRISTY TOOMEY Sports and cars appealed to him STANLEY MILTON LESTER ROY WARNER WELCH Makes his presence An outstanding base- known by his enthusi- ball and football astic approach to all manager. problems. ROBERTA LEE WA LKER Y-Teens and photogra- phy filled after school hours. EARL WILLIAM WARD Active in F. F.A. , elected president in his senior year. '7fae fufulze id. nal in lie iancfd of foie, JULIETTE KAY WILSON Was very interested in sports and music. TOM WA LTER WESTMORELAND Sports participation and Student Council activities challenged him. Ju! in auad. ELLEN MARIE WIHHTE Chosen as a mem- ber of the Home- coming Queen's court in the Junior year. KATHERINE ANN WONCH Found Y-Teens and photography inter- esting pastimes. PHILIP ARNOLD WOOD Liked nothing better than going hunting and playing baseball. A LICE MAXINE WILTSE Demonstrated her lead- ership ability as chair- man of the Holiday Hop, and Student Coun cil member. V,.f ., 'L ,-'ffmw 2 if 'dv ., A we A E U? 2 ti 1' ' NN .., 1 :+ 5 wan: wr-X. I Q? '31 ' --,--V t ..,-,:. Q .53 H K fi? , , 5 'fs W Wes, 4 E aaa-unc! acfeguale qacililied, cc-paile vqcfminidllzclion, a-mf an in-dfdaecf Fclculfy 68 0444 Bocas! ,of Zcfucalion, r4c!min.i4L'4alian,an4f ,W-qv'-Q f ...ft M ,r Sai... b '-11,5 - A -. ' - . vp. VN V 'Z 7 tfifij My , i s Q .V tl ,H Q. I .A- .gg Q Q .Y A. 2.3. 5 4 1. .- r- 2 G .1 J - .K . .Ed 7-gliwi A - 'f Al L- 1 ,Q -1 ' we n: w -fig Superintendent John S. Page. M.A. . University of Michi- gan, Honorary M. Ed., Mich- igan State University. Our Board of Education had a busy year building four elementary schools. renovating the central building for junior- senior high school use. and seeing that each student was given the best possible education. Mr. Page has served thirty- four years as superintendent of our public schools. Because of his dedication and diligence. we have a highly respected school system. The Board of Education in action. President Glen Slaytori discusses an important matter with men bti Berthild Woodhams. treasurerg Wilfred Erwing Charles Ward: Edward Fritch, secretary: Mr. Page ind Arlene Croiienwett. school secretary. s t 3 AW! 93' '7lI fiscally kept' wi Lau, wilfz Manly, weak, l C , Theodore Krieger, Principal, A.B.. William Christopherson, Assistant M.A.. Western Michigan. University Principal. B.S.. M.A.. Michigan of Michigan. University of Colorado. State Normal College. University of Michigan. Keith Alford. A.B., University of Michigan. Government, Geography. Mrs. Eva Allen, B.S., Michigan State Allen M. Allor. A. B., Calvin Col- Normal College. Cleary College. lege, Indiana University. Maithe Shorthand, Bookkeeping. Typing. matics. General Business. ion, auf paacfice in can many Culver Bailey. A. B. , M.A- , Hills- Paul Bennett. A. B. , Western Michi dale College. University of Michigan. gan College of Education. History. Typing. Athletic Director. Frances Brumbaugh, A.B. , Adrian College, Northland College. English, History. 1 l Lloyd Cocking. A. B. , Michigan State University. Driver Training, Civics. Robert E. Cooley, B.S., M.S. , Iowa State College, Michigan State University, Coe College, Central Michigan College. Physics, Chem istry, Mathematics Refresher. mdjeda. Nlwga aeady wid, a wear! Wilbur C. Davis. B.S.. M.S. . Mrs. Harriet Frostic. Western Mich Michigan State Normal College. igan College. Indiana University. Uni University of Michigan. Port Huron versity of Michigan. Assistant Librar Junior College. Shop. Auto ian. Mechanics. Harold Fulk, B.S. , M.A. , University of Michigan. World History , Civic s, Coach. q.iux,..:S.x . MMC N . 5, 5 ,Q NX Tv Russell J. Gibb, A.A., A.B., Henry Ford College, Michigan State University. Science, English. Richard Hanshew, A.B., Michigan State' Normal College. Mathematics of in time of need, a guitlinq Mrs- Florence Helm. A.B-, M-A-. Mrs. Helen Hosking, A.B., M.A., University of Oregon, University of Michigan. English, Dramatics. University of Montana, University of Chicago, Columbia University. English Mrs. Vera Ikens, A.B., M.A. , University of Michigan, Michigan State University. English. French. Guy Jameson. A. B. , Albion College. University of Michigan. Biology. Journalism. Coach. Mrs. Leonella Jameson. A.B.. M.A. L.S., Albion College. Univer- sity of Michigan. High School Librar ian. fi-cnc! ,cfuldnq ,aaa ,empmimenlinqf xuacf, Acme ,fdencffq Marguerite Jenkins, A.B. , M.A. , College of William and Mary, Uni- versity of Michigan. English. Q ta, .ar Reginald M. Lee, B. S. , Central Michigan College, Michigan State University. Mechanical Drawing, Driver Training. Mrs. Fern Lewis, A. B., Central Michigan College. English, Geography. Morgan Poole, A. B., M. Ed. , Ph. B Kenyon College, Wayne University, University of Michigan, University of Washington. English, Science. Mrs. Geraldine Remus, B.S. , Central Michigan College, Florida State University. Civics, English acfaice la make can meaningful, Frederick Rosenzweig, A.A., B.A. , James Schoeneich, A.B. , Hope Col- M. M. , B. Music Ed. , Grand Rapids lege. Algebra, Mathematics. Junior College, Valparaiso Univer- sity. Chicago Musical College, Uni- versity of Michigan. Band. Mrs. Elizabeth Simmons, B.S., Michigan State Normal College. Physical Education, English. LX Mrs. Mary Ann Slater. A-B-y Keene O. Stollsteimer. B.S., Michi University of Michigan- Latin. gan State Normal College, Univer- English- sity of Michigan. Vocal Music. cum feacfnmd lwlpefl ua paepme in mee! Me Mrs. Marion Stoutenburg, Margaret R. Stuart, B.S., M.A. Registered Nurse, Port Huron Michigan State University. Junior College. University of Home Economics. Michigan. Community Nurse. Janice M. Swanson, A.B. , Augustana College, Flint Junior College. Science, Mathematics. WK.. Jack Vince, B.S.. Central Michi- Florence Warner. A. B.. M.A.. gan College. Michigan State Uni- University of Michigan. U. S. versity. Science. Physical Educa- History. tion, Coach. czazzme. of zz.. WM.. Merle J. Weaver, B.S. , M.A. , Loron A. Willis, A. B., Western University of Michigan, Columbia Michigan College, Michigan State University, Michigan State Uni- University, University of Michi- versity. Agriculture. gan. Mathematics, Coach. Beth Woodworth, B. S. , Michigan State Normal College. Art. Mrs. A. Pearl Murphy, Roberta Barr, Secretary to the Financial Secretary. principals, Masq people ,acffecf ,fa ,Gull ,eumqrfay Aamfaafd. Sanitary preparation and serving of tasty food were the objec- tives of our kitchen force: Ila Rossman, Ernestine Spalding, Jean Crandall, and Stella Lovas. Careful and courteous handling of the school busses gave us safe transportation to and from school. Top row: Jessie Parham, Frank Green Jr., Fred Fox, Joe Helmor, and Harry Waldron. Seated: Maynard Bird, Guy Knoop, Robert Gies, lbus supervisory, Duane Meyer, Carl Walt, and Sam Hasbrouck. Cleanliness is important and the custodians kept our school spic and span. Checking the boilers are: Lewis Raymerg James Fosterg Earl Handyg maintenance supervisor Lowell Dyerg and Adrian Tony Banghart. FROM ATOMIZERS TO WASHING MACHINESQ AUTOMOBILES TO TELEVISION SETSQ THESE MERCHANTS HAVE EVERYTHING YOU NEED, AND YOUR PATRONAGE WILL BE APPRECIATED . Compliments of W. D. ADAMS ROBERT J. AKIN 211 1X2 E. Grand River For all your insurance needs. Compliments of AL'S BARBER SHOP Compliments of BA IN' S PA CKIN1 AND RE FRIGERATIOI Compliments of BALDWIN DRUG The Corner Store Phone 193 Howell BA LDWIN HARDWARE CO Toys Second Floor BEURMANN-CLARK Linoleum Service 2701 E. Grand River BEURMANN'S FURNITURE Carpets 2700 E. Grand Rive Phone 83 Compliments of BOZARTH FLOOR COVERING Phone 1339 Howell, Michigan BURROUGHS PONTIAC SA LES 2607 E. Grand River Howell, Michigan CARRIER'S GROCERY 4689 E. Grand River Compliments of CITIZENS MUTUA AUTO INSURANCI COMPANY CULVER'S ICE CREAM BAR AND GRILL The best in fine foods at all times D 8: C STORE 101 W. Grand River Phone 1447 Compliments of DETROIT EDISON COMPANY Compliments of DICKSON BAKER! The taste tel1s DOWEN-TOWN DUNN BROTHERS Com uments of EAGER'S Infant and Children DAIRY ERGEWS RESTAURANT Apparel Use our products CLEANERS Pies and rolls 214 S. Michigan mealtime, bedtime, Phone 404 made in our own kitchen Phone 1788 or any time Compliments of FIRST NATIONA L Compliments of BANK FISHER TOOL AND Wlgglagg H' THE FAMILY Howell, Michigan DIE Prosecuting RESTAURANT Member Federal 115 University Drive Attorne Howell, Michigan Deposit Insurance Howell, Michigan y Corporation Congratulations GILKES-ZIZKA , , Class of 1956 Hardware- GOODNOW S GREEN S MUSIC , . Department Store AND BOOK STORE ORD A. GARLAND Appliances Phone 99 114 State St Men's Apparel Sporting Goods ' Howell, Michigan Howell, Michigan Howell, Michigan Phone 810 Compliments of HA LLER' S HA RDWA RE 5970 E. Grand River Congratulations Class of 1956 HAY JEWELERS Howell, Michigan Compliments of DR. HILL, M.D. DR. BARTON, M.D. DR. POLACK, M.D. Compliments of HOP'S RESTAURANT Oh, What Foods These Morsals Be JOHN HOWELL'S GULF SERVICE Z2 W. Grand River Phone 1415W HOWE LL E LECTRIC MOTORS COMPANY Motors for Industry since 1915 HOWELL GREENHOUSE Flowers for all occasions. 721 South Michigan Howell, Michigan HOWELL LAUNDRY and DRY CLEANERS Howell, Michigan Phone 280 ITSELL'S MEN'S AND BOY'S WEAR 'Store of Friendly Service Howell, Michigan Best Wishes Class of 1956 DON JOHNSON INSURANCE AGENCY Howell, Michigan Compliments of J OHNSON'S DRUG STORE Howell, Michigan Compliments of ROGER JOHNSON CONSTRUCTION CO. Howell, Michigan HARLEY JONES GRAND RIVER BARBER SHOP Howell, Michigan Compliments of LIVINGSTON COUNTY PRESS LIVINGSTON'S DRUG STORE 112 W. Grand River Complete Drug Store. Service Compliments of MCPHERSON OIL CO. V MCPHERSON Compliments of METZ AND WIEAND ALTEQZFIONS AND UBER DON MAIN Plumbing and Heating 307 U2 E 124 W. Grand River Cadillac and 120 N. State St. Grand Rivgr Phone 52 Oldsmobile Phone 459 Phone 1614 PEARIQSOZEAUTY . , Congratulations Compliments of PETTIBONE S Howell High School Hair Styling PEIRCE'S STORE GROCERY Students Specialty FOR WOMEN 508 Flemin , MABELLE suop Buy with confidence Phone 646g PR0gfgRHiR'ZJPv5ALIAN' Novelty Dry Goods RE PURDY'S RADIO . QUALITY C. N. HOLKINS AND SERVICE Cggggfefggf CHEVROLET SALES soN 111 N. Walnut Street WOODRUFF 861 E. Grand River Lumber and Building Howell, Michigan Phone 81-1300 Howell, Michigan Supplies Phone 441-W Phone 310 Phone 264 RICHARDS ELECTRIC DR F C C0mPliments of REULAND WIDMAYER T. V. RIECKIZIOPQF 'SR RASEGAN'S ELECTRIC CO. SERVICE Optometrist ' SERVICE Howell, Michigan D. R. Electric 120 W Grand River 209 W. Grand River Electric Motors Service ' 116 W. Grand River Howell, Michigan RISSMAN PLUMBING AND HEATING 114 S. Michigan Phone 610-J RUTH'S LADIES AND CHILDRENS APPAREL Good Luck To All! Compliments of CLAIRE SCHNA CKENBERG SCULLY-MONROE INSURANCE AGENCY 207 E. 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