Jefferson High School - J Yearbook (Jefferson, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1940 volume:

This “J” of 1940 is published by the students of Jefferson Hi h School Jefferson, Wisconsin June 1940 Editor . . . Barbara Brayton Business Manager . George Lynch Faculty Advisor . Frances Kline “I remember the gleams and glooms that dart Across the school-boy’s brain; The song and the silence in the heart. That in part are prophecies, and in part Are longings wild and vain. And the voice of that fitful song Sings on, and is never still: ‘A boy’s will is the wind’s will. And the thoughts of youth are long, long thoughts.’ ” —Longfellow. r--- C We, in this our yearbook of 1910, have endeavored . . . to leave a record of a year's progress in the school we have attended ... to present a cross-sectional view of our school life . . . to preserve cherished memories of our sojourn in Jefferson High School ... to express our gratitude to our superintendent and teachers for their efforts in helping us make our school days varied, stimulating, and fruitful. Today, as in years to come, may these indelible impressions serve as an impetus to far greater accomplishments. PAGE TWO “Strange to me now are the forms I meet When I visit the dear old town; But the native air is pure and sweet. And the trees that o’ershadow each well-known street, As they balance up and down. Are singing the beautiful song. Are sighing and whispering still: ‘A boy’s will is the wind’s will. And the thoughts of youth are long, long thoughts.’ ’ —Longfellow. To You . . . for your keen interest in our every effort In succeed . . . for your whole-hearted attempt In make our pathway smooth . . . for your willing sacrifices to make life well-balanced . . . for your keen thoughtfulness to maintain the best for us . . . for your carefully conceived plans to provide for succeeding generations . . . we feel that your due measure of appreciation, though merited, is seldom acknowledged. To you, the citizens of Jefferson, we dedicate the r of 1940. PAGE THREE Coiiiiiianders-in-chief Mr. Ray S. Sniilh . . . received his B. A. degree f r o in North Central Col-I e g e. Naperville, Illinois, and his M. A. degree from the University of is-(•oiisin . . . he is superintendent o I' the c i t y schools, a n d principal o f the high school . . . as a young, dy-n a in i c , popular, and energetic administrator, he supervises a I I education . . . guides the progre SS 111 all pupils, has the welfare of the slu-Mr. Ray s. Smith dcnl and tin com- munity ever at heart . . . admires poise . . . dislikes tardiness . . . considers the new elementary school his chief hobby . . . enjoys roaming through the corridors of tlie school buildings, marveling at their beauty and service to the community . . . likes to travel, especially to conventions and to football games . . . he admires ..I music ana enjoys list- ening to it . . . considers golf his favorite sport. Miss Mary Olson Miss Mary Olson . . . the efficient principal of the new elementary school . tended the White-water State Teachers College and the University of Wisconsin . .. teaches I h e eighth grade . . . (inds time always to help children in distress . . . has always lived in Jefferson... hlushingly c o n -Cesses she likes to cook, but hates to wash dishes . . . enjoys working in h e r garden . . . o t h e r interests: reading, w o r k -ing crossword puzzles. and motoring. I'AliK KOCH BOARD OF EDUCATION—FRONT ROW: Mrs. Lloyd Fehrman. Mr. Ray Fischer. Mr. Lynn Smith—President. Mrs. Truman Spooner. Mr. Arthur Dabareiner. BACK ROW: Mr. Joseph Kexel, Mr. Alfred Heilemann, Mr. Edward Rindfleisch, Mr. Ray S. Smith. Problem Solvers Mrs. Lloyd A. Fehrman was appointed, as the commissioner for the first ward, to the Board of Education in 1935 . . . she is chairman of the Claims Committee . . . and acts, also, on the Finance and Library Committees. Mr. Ray O. Fischer, the Vice-President of the Board of Education, is, in this case, commissioner for the second ward also ... he is the Chairman of the Building and Grounds Committees and serves on the Finance and Claims Committees . . . Mr. Fischer, appointed to the Board of Education in 1924, is one of its senior members. Mr. Lynn Smith, the President of the Board of Education, and likewise the commis-sioner-at-large, has served in that capacity since his appointment in 1932 ... he presides at all meetings . . . and speaks for the Board of Education when its work is considered as a whole. Mrs. Truman R. Spooner is the Chairman of the Instruction Committee . . she acts on the Judiciary and Library Committees . . . and from the standpoint of service to the community, she has given of her time since 1925. Mr. Arthur Dabareiner, commissioner at large, has been on the Board of Educa-since 1936 ... he is chairman of the Finance Committee . . . and has memberships on the Instruction, and the Building and Grounds Committees. Mr. Joseph A. Kexel. the commissioner for the fourth ward, appointed last year, acts as Chairman of the Library Committee ... he has memberships on the Judiciary and Claims Committees. Mr. Alfred W. Heilemann acts as Chairman of the Judiciary Committee and serves on the Instruction and the Building and Grounds Committees ... he has been on the Board of Education for seven years. Mr. Edward A. Rindlleisch acts as secretary of the Board of Education ... he holds the public office, the City Clerk of Jefferson ... in 1933 he received his appointment to the Board of Education. Mr. Ray S. Smith, Superintendent of Schools, presents to the Board of Education matters which require the attention and action of that body. 1'AUE FIVE Elemenlar.v School Kindergarten Room Main Corridor “Jefferson's dream of a new elementary school lias boon realized. At an Open House mi March IB, Ibid. Iht completed building was formally presented to Hit public. Citizens wlm inspected the structure there were I ” 00 that day were pleased and proud. They observed that Ihe new school is beautiful in design, practical in plan, and built of the most serviceable materials. The building lias a kindergarten, eight class rooms, a library, a dining room and kitchen, an auditorium-gymnasium with stage, and shower and locker ....ms for boys and girls. II is so designed tbat the classrooms and kindergarten are one unit and Ihe physical education facilities are another. 'Phis arrangement will permit the use of either unit without interrupting activities of the other. Our community for many years was aware of the need for a new elementary school. The old Hast Side School, a four room building, had been in use for seventy years. It could accomodate only three grades and Ihe kindergarten, tirades four through eight were housed in the high school building. When the Federal (inverumeiit. through the Public Works Administration, offered to pay 15% of the cost of public projects, our city council decided to accept the offer. Thus, our building became a Public W o r k s Administration project— known as Wis. No. 1562-F. The Mayor and the Common Council of the City of .1 elTerson. after raising the necessary funds, dele-g a t e d complete authority for Ihe construction of the building to t h e Board of Education. This latter group w o r k e d faithfully and diligently to o h t a i n the structure needed to carry on the most desirable type of educational pro-g ra m . Everyone comments that the Board’s work exceeds highest expectations. A few facts for Ihe record should be included. Our school is located on a site 7.fill acres PAGE SIX “ ' lAA. iH.l'JHO New Elementary School in area. The land was purchased in three parcels one in 1927. another in 1936. the last in 1937—at a cost of $6,550. It serves not only as a school site hut also provides a high school and community athletic field. The cost of the building was $1 17,000; the equipment amounted to $11,000, making a total expenditure, exclusive of land costs, of $158,000. The Federal (lovernment furnished $70,000 of this amount, and the city provided the remaining $88,000. Of the city's share $18,000 was obtained from current tax revenues and $70,000 was borrowed without bond issue. Construction on the new building began on November I 1. 1938. On February 2. 1940. a final inspection was made and the building was officially accepted by the Hoard of education. However, classes were held in ihe new structure beginning January 8, 1940, which was the first day of school in the calendar year. Citizens of Jefferson, through their representatives, the Common Council and the Hoard of education, have provided an ideal building generously equipped. They have every reason to feel that Jefferson's educational facilities are in every way superior. Congratulations to a forward looking community! —Supt. Hay S. Smith. IWOE sl-VKN Ilackscnt drivers Frances Kline . . . tin Y. H. Hears! ol Jefferson II i g li School ... Ims her II. K. degree from the Stale Teachers College at La Crosse. Wisconsin ... is continuing work on her M. A. at Columbia University. New York City . . . teaches letter-writing, paragraphing, grammar. and literature to Hu juniors and seniors . . . makes geography real . . . acts as advisor to the J” Stall' and senior class . . . serves as the high school librarian ... is never unoccupied . . . enjoys bright, gypsy-like things . . . loves to fish, swim. howl, and toboggan . . . attends concerts, plays, and good movies . . . Confucius say. Mis Kline is always gay . Kmh Kankin . . . the organizer of attractive junior proms . . . was graduated from Carroll College from which she received her II. A. degree . . . has M. A. from the University id' Wisconsin . . . serves as junior class advisor . . . conjugations and translations keep her Latin classes busy . . . dates, causes, and effects interest her history classes . . . plays the organ and piano . . . enjoys reading, collecting books, and sewing. Kathryn Grcnhagcn . . . Kay to her friends ... ,1. II. S.'s long stemmed American beauty is a native of Oshkosh b'gosh . . . . . . has the degree II. K. from the Oshkosh State Teachers College . . . teaches speech, literature, and composition to freshmen ami sophomores. as well as accounts of Socrates. Napoleon, and Clive to .juniors . . . has charge of all dramatics and forensics . . . advises sophomores in their problems . . . enjoys swimming, sailing, bridge, and reading medical journals. Itutli Itridginan . . . the little grace note of the faculty, originated at Madison . . . has her II. M. from the University of Wisconsin ... is in charge of all vocal music in the elementary school and high school . . . organized the a eappella choir, junior high choir, glee dub. double trio, and hoys' and girls’ mixed quartette ... is a whiz at bridge, loves to swing and sway. and enjoys a good movie. Successors of Socrates Stuart Anhalt . . . uiir Leopold Stokowski . . • has charge ol all instrumental music . . . patiently instructs all budding horn-blowers. clar-inelisls. and violinists . . . received his education at Valparaiso I diversity. Valparaiso, Indiana . . . enjoys fishing and hunting ... is very proud of his cottage on Lake Itipley. Jean Henderson . . . the youthful miss from Whitewater, received her If. K. from the State Teachers (lollege there . . . guides shorthand artists, produces speedy stenographers, aids beginning students of government in her citizenship classes . . . serves as the faculty advisor of the Scribblers' Club . . . supervises the production of all programs for school activities . . . aids the freshmen as their advisor ... is always friendly and cooperative . . . likes to swim, skate, and sew. Dorothy llendrieksen . . . the efficient secretary to Mr. Smith . . . received her education at Jefferson High School ... is calm, cool, and collected . . . enjoys indoor roller skating, baseball, and ice skating . . . spends her leisure moments strumming on her Hawaiian guitar. Donald Lee . . . produces accurate bookkeepers and typists . . . distinguishes himself as a teacher of economics and social problems . . . knows how to balance the budget . . . serves as business manager of the hand and the Student Activity Fund . . . trains the marching band . . . makes music and drumming his hobby . . . likes to skate, read fiction, and garden . . . received his H. K. from the Whitewater State Teachers Lollege and his M. A. from Northwestern I diversity. PAGE .NINE Walking Webslers Mary Conover . . . tin capable coach of all girls' athletics in the high school . . . able instructor of physical education in the now elementary school . . . received her education at the Sargent College of Huston I niversily, the State Teachers College at Trenton, and other universities ... is the head master behind the scenes’’ of (1. A. A. is a great archery and skiing enthusiast . . . loves her honey” . . . owns 16 bee-hives. Carl llager . . . the Knute liockne of the Hock Valley Football League . . . coached the football squad through the lirsl undefeated season since 1! 24 . . . hopefully teaches basketball technique . . . guides all would-be cabinet-makers in his manual arts classes . . . attended Stout Institute and the I niversily of Wisconsin ... is admired for his fiery spirit and will to win . . . considers golfing his favorite pastime . . . enjoys fiction concerning Wisconsin and its history. Hugh Stewart ... a whiz of a mathematician . . . algebraic equations and geometric constructions become easy to tbe mathematics classes under his guidance . . . demonstrates physical education technique with vim. vigor, and vitality” . . . serves as assistant coach of athletics . . . earned his |{. A. degree from Milton College . . . attended the University of Wisconsin ... is an ardent sports enthusiast . . . considers golfing, fishing, and hunting as his main hobbies . . . thoroughly enjoys reading. Fredric Ullrich . . . the Professor Quiz of biology, chemistry, general science, and senior science classes . . . has M. S. and Ph. M. degrees from his Alma Mater, the University of Wisconsin ... is master of ceremonies in the watch the birdie” club . . . charge d’affaires of ticket selling and advertising for all school activities . . . swimming, golfing, traveling, and tooting” his trumpet take up his leisure time. PACE TEN They’re always willing to help .Marion Edwards . . . lilt Belly llriickep of Jefferson High School . . . received her education at Stout Institute and tlie University of Wis-c onsin ... is the mix-master of delicious food and the designer of attractive garments made by her home economics classes . . . loves to (ravel ... is an ardent movie fan . . . possesses a knack for making attractive fancy work. Mu hr I Zrllhoefer . . . almost as tiny as Miss Bridgman . . . originated in Helenville . . . later became a Milwaukeean and was graduated with a It. E. degree from State Teachers College there . . . teaches the sixth grade . . . treasures pretty handkerchiefs . . . keeps happy with music . . . enjoys reading and traveling. Marie O’Berg . . . sweet and gentle, never temperamental . . . Miss O'Berg goes about her duties quietly and unassumingly . . . her fifth grade loves her . . . she received her It. A. degree from Western State Teachers College at Kalamazoo . . . since then she has attended summer sessmns at the University of Wisconsin . . . spends her spare time reading, sewing, seeing good movies, or enjoying outdoor sports. Mary Olson . . . Principal of the Elementary School. Robert Thomas . . . keeps his seventh grade busy and interested . . . used to attend school here himself . . . has B. E. degree from Platte-ville State Teachers College . . . has Ph. M. from the I diversity ol Wisconsin . . . enjoys fishing . . . likes to drive a car . . . considers hiking a line form of exercise . . . plays a good game of golf. page eleven They Satisfy J l.uura Jane Koscnow . . . lias a pleasant smile for linlli biff and little people . . . possesses a happy and cheerful disposition . . . originates from Stevens Point . . . received her M. K. degree from the Central State Teachers College there . . . teaches the third grade . . . likes little children . . . little children like her . . . does lovely oil paintings on canvas . . . enjoys good books. Hazel Kielt . . . fair of hair and fair of face . . . Miss Klett. who keeps busy with her little people in the second grade, attended the White-water Stale Teachers College and other universities . . . (bids enjoyment in reading and seeing a good movie . . . likes to dance ... is an interested sports fan. Sara Peekarsky . . . her voice is soft and low . . . her patience never ending . . . she keeps busy every day teaching elementary art and kindergarten . . . has her M. K. degree from the Milwaukee State Teachers College . . . hates dishwashing . . . campaigns for universal use of paper plates . . . will settle all for an afternoon of skiing and hiking . . . loves riding. Olive Peck . . . patient and considerate • • • friendly teacher of the lirst grade . . . starts them on their way toward fame, glamour, or glory . . . was graduated from the Central State Teachers College . . . her avocation: working in her flower and vegetable garden. Katherine Kisja-ri ... is another of Jefferson's citizens who has made good . . . loves to plan and serve delicious, appetizing meals . . . enjoys teaching the fourth grade . . .finds enjoyment and entertainment in listening to I lie radio and in doing lovely fancy work . . . she received her I’ll. It. degree from the t’niversity of Chicago. PAGE TWELVE As puzzling as a surrealistic picture as difficult to choose as a color scheme for a new costume ... is the problem of choosing the right sub jects of study . . . for Hip freshman, it is a crucial moment . . . on his choice rests his future. As the freshman glances over the course of study, lie notes that he is required to take citizenship. Knglish. general science, and. of course, physical education, which is required all four years ... he is to elect one of three elective subjects: namely, home economics, manual arts, or Latin . . . the carrying of four academic units a year, exclusive of band, orchestra, glee club, or any other extra-curricular activities through the high school years, is considered sufficient work. For the sophomore, there is more freedom . . . lie is obliged to study world history and Knglish. and In select two others of his choice from the fields of home economics, manual arts, algebra, biology. Latin, or typing. A junior has two required subjects: United State's history and Knglish. with the privilege of selecting two of the following subjects: general geography, geometry, chemistry, offered in alternate years with physics) or shorthand. The senior is required to take problems of American democracy . . . lie has the privilege to choose three electives from the following list: bookkeeping. Knglish. physics, (ottered in alternate years with chemistry), science, not open to students who have had chemistry or physics). stenography, and mathematics, students who have had neither algebra nor geometry, must take mathematics in their senior year) . . . advanced algebra, solid geometry, and trigonometry may be taken by special arrangement. Band, glee club, and orchestra are elective throughout all four years . . . participants in band earn Va credit a year, while those enrolled in glee club or orchestra earn % credit a year ... a student must have earned sixteen credits of study in order to be graduated. If a student is planning to attend a college or a university, he must take into consideration the requirements for college entrance ... he must have taken algebra and geometry . . . our eight required units of study and one other from the following list: biology, chemistry, general geography, physics. Latin it and lit, Knglish l . advanced algebra V2 credit), solid geometry l o credit), or trigonometry ( l credit) . . . credits earned for participation in hand, orchestra, glee club, and physical education are not applicable to college entrance. In addition to this course of study, a student may engage in other activities of interest and of value to him . . . for the boys, there is football. basketball, golf, and baseball . . . for the girls, activities in the iiris' Athletic Association . . . for both, there is the Scribblers (Ilub. the Photography (Hub, the Advertising Club, the band, orchestra, glee club, a cappella choir, and the .I staff. Competent teachers direct the activities in each subject and in each extra-curricular activity . . . every activitv is planned in such a way as to make the student more aide to adapt himself to the requirements and demands of modern life. I'AOK THIRTKKN The extent of our ability in curricular work, the most important phase of our high school life, may give an insight into future success or failure in the adult world PAGE FOURTEEN Seniors on Parade Classes Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshmen Eighth Qrade Seventh Qrade PACE FIFTEEN BANEC'K. GRACE . . . . . “Gracie”, the small and dainty, lacks in quantity . . . has more than her share in quality ... is ‘tops” in dancing, hockey, baseball, volley-ball, basketball, and tap-dancing . . . ranked high as an enthusiastic member of the glee club, operetta, and choir . . . carried off honors in declamatory contests . . . participated in dramatics . . . used much of her super-abundant energy on the ‘.i Staff. BARRETT, RUTH . . . “Ruth-ie’s” quieiness and most pleasant bashfulness distinguishes her from the ‘mob” . . . she was limber, willowy, and graceful in tap-dancing and tumbling . . . showed her further interests in athletics by participating in hockey, basketball, volleyball, baseball . . . sings in the glee club . . . enjoys dancing to good music. BENDER. MARION . . . Jefferson High School’s own ‘‘wee Bonnie Baker” makes everyone happy with her good humor and beautiful voice . . . “Snooks” is an outstanding soloist in glee club, choir, and operetta . . . was active in hockey, basketball, volleyball, baseball, tap-dancing, and tumbling . . . really was a bundle of mischief in class play and is in real life, too . . . took part in declamation . . . served for four years on Student Council . . . used her wit on “J” Staff, and in Scribblers’ Club . . . saw action on the prom staff . . . debated in her sophomore year. BRAYTON. BARBARA . . where there was action, you could find ‘‘Barb” . . . brilliant honor student . . . a veritable fashion plate . . . skillful athlete in hockey, basketball, volleyball, baseball, tap-dancing and archery . . . active G.A.A. board member . . . clear, distinct alto in glee club, choir, operetta, and sextette . . . skilled violinist in orchestra . . . persuasive debater and orator . . . delightful character in class plays . . . clever prom staff aide . . . enthusiastic Photography Club m e m -ber . . . active editor-in-chief of the 1940 ‘‘J” . . . freshman class president . . . the valedictorian of the senior class. Candidates for I lie Hall of Fame BUELOYY. VIVIAN . . . shy and demure, Vivian, a saxophone a rust in band and orchestra, also enjoyed tap-dancing . . . she was never without a pastime, for she loved to roller skate, dance, and ice-skate. BURNETT. JOSEPH . . . “Joe” is a lover of the great “out-of-doors” ... a quiet lad who considers sKiing and fishing his hobbies ... in school he enjoyed class basketball and glee club work. CHURCH, VERNA . . . another of Jefferson’s all-around sports girls . . . had limberness plus in tumbling . . . expert in hockey, baseball, basketball, and volleyball . . . G.A.A. board leadership kept her busy. CHWALA, DONALD . . . “Don”, a living advertisement from Esquire, was especially interested in athletics . . . gave his whole-hearted support anu ability to football, concluding his football career as a three year let-terman . . . his eye for baskets helped him in class basketball . . . did his share of the work for the junior prom. CLARK, HENRY...“Heinie” likes to play hockey in winter and golf in sum-sumer . . . during his school days he played the drums in the drum corps and band . . . enjoyed class basketball . . . sang in the glee club . . . assisted the prom staff . . . served on the “J” Staff. PAGE SIXTEEN Here we come, America DAVIS, RALPH . . “Corby is our gallant football star from Sullivan . . . really worshipped that little pigskin . . . earned those four stripes and that star in the no-credit position of guard . . . played a regular position on the basketball team . . . acted on the Student Council . . . worked hard on the prom staff and the “J” Staff . . . employed wit and humor in Scribblers Club . . . showed dramatic ability in the senior class play. EICHEL, HARVEY . . . “Bug” came from Lake Mills as a junior ... at Lake, was a member of the F.F.A. Club . . . class basketball interested him most at J.H.S. ELGAS. CYRIL . . . “Cy is definitely versatile ... he designed the cover on the 40 “J” . . . has ability . . . is a natural botanist ... a bookworm in science . . . an advertiser of all school functions ... a good student . . . Mr. Hager’s right hand man in manual arts . . . capable assistant on the prom staff ... a football player who played all four years. GROSS. EARL . . . our typical Fred Allen who honestly believes that “No one can beat fun . . . proved himself an ardent football hero . . . played class basketball . . . showed talent in glee club activities . . . aspires to be a future pop magnate. GRUENNERT. KENNETH his name will mean football to Jefferson High School for many years . . . his sportsmanship during 3 years of football was outstanding ... he helped chalk up many a fine play in basketball ... as secretary of his class during his sophomore and junior years, and as vice-president of the senior class, he proved his popularity . . . enjoyed his membership in Scribblers Club. GUNZ, EVELYN . . . “Evie was one of the most responsible, capable, and versatile of girls in J.H.S. . . . she rated very high in all G.A.A. activities . . . participated in inter-scholastic debates and in forensic work . . . proved dramatic ability in her characterizations in both class plays . . . sang in glee club, operetta, and in the choir . . . held tne executive position of secretary of the freshman class . . . she was prom queen in 1939 . . . worked diligently on the editorial staff of the J . . . served as editor oi the Scribblers Club in her senior year ... is an honor student . . . wears lovely clothes and hopes some day to be a dress designer . . . enjoys such hobbies as reading, dancing and drawing. HAAG, GENEVIEVE . . . formerly a native of Hel-enville ... a splendid student who is graduating as an honor student . . . “Gen was always willing to help others . . . she took education seriously . . . acted as an able secretary to Mr. Hager and assistant of Miss Hendrickson . . . did her best on the “J Staff and prom staff ... as a librarian, she was very efficient . . . smiling came easy to her. HAAS, ETHEL . . . “Eddy is a hard worker ... a bashful girl until she’s acquainted ... a swimming enthusiast . . . “goes to town on her French horn in band and orchestra . . . loves movies. HAFEMANN, EDNA ... vivacious “Addie was always pleasant and always busy . . . melodious tones pour miraculously from her silver flute ... a distinguished member of band and orchestra . . . won honors in state music contests ... an agile athlete as well as rhythmic tap dancer . . . industrious member of prom staff . . . peppy cheerleader at all basketball games . . . bubbled over with ideas on the “J Staff. I AOE SEVENTEEN Stepping out of the ranks HANOVER, GEORGE . “Tim”, who makes A1 Capp, the creator of Lil Abner look sick with his cartooning—entered J.H.S. as a junior from Washington High School, Milwaukee ... he put forth his efforts in the all star position of left guard in football . . . participated wholeheartedly in basketball . . . worked diligently on the “J” staff . . . sang lustily in the glee club . . . acted industriously in the Photography Club . . . has most fun with the boys. KEMMETER. GEORGE . . Fagan”, the 1940 Daniel Boone, considers his gun, his knife and his sugar, “Aferditty” among his favorite companions . . . liKes to wander in the woods . . . enjoys puttering in chemistry . . . has read almost every book in the library . . . played class basketball with zest . . . used his bass voice to advantage in the glee club, choir and operetta . . . moved furniture on the prom staff . . . acted on the photography staff of the annual . . . loves photography . . . claims his ambition is to become a legible penman. KEXEL. RALPH . class basketball, baseball, the band and the glee club, were his interests in school . . . possessing a knowledge of the great out-of-doors, Ralph loved to hike, fish, and explore the wonders of nature. KITZMANN, JEANNE . . “Kitzie”, “show” addict, likes also to roller skate and ice skate ... as a freshman she participated in sports . . . played in the band ... is interested in modern dance steps. KLETTKE, HELEN . . . Helen’s athletic interests included hockey, baseball, volleyball, and basketball . . . her musical interests were satisfied by playing in the band . . . her cult-ural interests included: reading many and various kinds of books . . . drawing artistic sketches . . . serving as a competent student librarian. KOCH. ANNA BELLE . . . our Annabella, not Tyrone Powers ... is shy and small but a friend to all... she likes to work with numbers ... is happiest when in the company of books or when dancing. KOSER. MARY . . . “Zeke”, the girl with the lovely soprano voice, is a commanding soloist in choir, glee club, operetta, and in selected groups . . . played clarinet in band and orchestra . . . acted in a dependable manner as assistant editor of the “J” Staff . . . provided plenty of humor in the junior class play . . . came through as an untiring prom staff worker ... a competent student librarian ... as Student Council member as a sophomore ... a conscientious worker in the Photography Club . . . hopes, eventually, to be a journalist . . . likes to drive her car in leisure moments . . . was graduated as an honor student. KRUEGER. HOWARD . . . “Canary” entered as a junior from Eagle High School . . . there he participated in class basketball, kittenball, and in one class play . . . at J. H. S. he proved himself an ambitious athlete in basketball, baseball, and football . . . enjoys sports in general . . . loves the great out-of-doors . . . likes scientific work . . . assisted the prom staff in its work. LA VASSER. WILLIAM “Bill” entered as a senior from Iron Mountain, Michigan . . .there he enjoyed class basketball, tennis, baseball, skiing and tumbling . . . showed his skill in dramatics in two class plays . . . acted as vice-president of his class for two years . . . proved himself an enthusiastic member of the Photography Club . . . in J. H. S. he participated in class basketball and baseball . . . wrote clever articles for the Scribblers Club. PAGE EIGHTEEN LEMBRK II. HARRIET helpful Harriet from Helen vi lie . . . broken bones didn’t prevent her from being active in hockey, baseball, volleyball, basket b a 11, tap-dancing, or tumbling . . . secured appointment on the G.A.A. Board . . . was one of the accurate typists on the “J” Staff . . . assisted Miss Rankin on the prom staff . . . sports and photography provide pastime for her. LYNCH. GEORGE Jefferson’s gain and Sullivan’s loss . . . the only boy who made the three and a half year honor roll . . . valuable in football . . . tops” in class basketball . . . expert at declamatory . . . Murphy” ranked high in dramatics . . . was courteous and capable as business manager of the J” . . . assisted cheerfully on the prom staff. MEITZNER. EMIL . . quiet sort of a fellow—who has a lot of knowledge stored away . . . likes to read any kind of a book . . . tennis and golf help fill his spare time . . . proved himself musically inclined in band and choir ... a typical Englishman in the junior class play; a Harvard man in the senior play . . . regular Scipio in oratory . . . helped put the prom over . . . acted as assistant business manager on the “J” Staff. MILLER. LOIS . . . Odie”, who wishes she were 5 inches shorter,—plans to become a nurse . . . shines in all G.A.A. sports . . . heads G.A.A. softball in spring . . . rivaled only by Jimmy Dorsey as saxophone virtuoso . . . served as class treasurer in freshman year . . . worked diligently on prom staff and J” Staff . . . utilized her journalistic ability in Scribblers Club . . . spurred teams on to victory as a cheerleader . . . assisted as a librarian. OETTMEIER, JUNE . . dark perfectly-curled hair form a halo for quiet Junie— quiet but wide-awake . . . interested especially in sports . . . this winsome lassie was never idle in hockey, baseball, volleyball, basketball, or tumbling . . . industrious member of G.A.A. Board, prom staff, and glee club. Got a little knowledge, Next stop is V V V V • • • • OLSON. RUTH . . Ruthie” who hails from Helenville . . . is a credit to that community as well as to Jefferson High School . . . never idle or lazy . . . she’s an able tooter” on the sax ... an accurate typist on the J” Staff ... a willing worker on the prom staff ... of great assistance in the library . . . and an honor siuaent. PETERSON, MARGARET... Pete” is quiet and neat . . . she enjoys roller-skating, ice-skating, and hiking . . . does the best fancy work of anyone on the west side” . . . spends her spare time reading . . . acts as student librarian . . . enjoyed singing in glee club and operetta . . . took part in hockey, baseball, volleyball, and basketball. REESE, EVERETT . . “Gabby” who majored in sports . . . made crowds cheer when he played football or basketball . . . ending his athletic career as a letter-man in both sports . . . carried his great dodging ability over to the dance floor . . . Tarzan” is one of the most muscular men in school . . . sings in the glee club . . . acted as class treasurer when a junior . . . came through with work on the J” Staff . . . assisted with the prom. RENTMEESTER. ROBERT . . . Butch” scored with the pig-skin” . . . helped Jefferson win the trophy . . . played basketball with vim and vigor” . . . tried to imitate Bobby Jones on the golf course . . . was given an outlet for his energy in the band as a tym-pani and drum player . . . participated in glee club and orchestra . . . worked on “J” and prom staffs . . . acted in the junior and senior class plays . . . worked for Scribblers Club and assisted with the advertising of school events . . . had the “gift of gab”. PAGE NINETEEN Ready for another journey RHEIN ECR. BETTYMAY “Betsy’s” flair for art will someday make her famous . . . she also enjoyed music and athletics, for she used her lovely voice to advantage in the glee club for four years . . . appeared in the cast of the operetta . . . made mileage as an ambitious hiker . . . played hockey and basketball . . . keeps her temper as well as she does her friends. ROESSLER. JUNE ... always ambitious and never tiring, June delved deep into the mysteries of bookkeeping and secured results from her hard work . . . she showed her true colors by co-operating with the prom staff . . . she patiently typed “J” Staff articles . . . she enjoyed singing in the glee club, choir and operetta . . . she utilizes her spare time doing fancy work. RUETH, HAROLD . . tall and quiet, Harold goes about his work diligently and conscientiously . . . his height was an asset in class basketball ... he likes to fish and do wood work in his spare time . . . he is definitely not interested in girls. SCHIMMING, ROBERT . . . “Schimmel” is friendly . . . he took pleasure in playing kittenball and class basketball ... he spends his leisure time hunting and fishing ... he hopes someday to be a teacher of agriculture or a transit truck driver. SCHULTZ. DEAN . . . “Dutch”, a two year football letterman, put his weight plus his spunk into the positon of center on the football squad ... as an enthusiastic basketball player, he earned letter-man recognition ... he struggled as a journalist in the Scribblers Club . . . drummed enthusiastically in the prize winning drum corps . . . his desire in life is to make a fortune in the dairy business. SHANNON. LEWIS . . . Squeak”, the typical American boy, set the the style in sportsmanship and showed that he could shoulder heavy responsibility . . . “tops” in football . . . skillful in varsity and class basketball . . . ace high as prom king in 1939 . . . popular with his classmates . . . vice-president of his class when a fresh. . . . class president when a sophmore and a junior . . always friendly and agreeable ... he should “go places” in the years to come. SHANNON. MARGARET Muzzie’s” quiet but ladylike ways endeared her to all . . . another brilliant honor student ... a girl athlete of the first ranks who showed unusual skill in hockey, volleyball, and baseball ... an active assistant on the prom and “J” Staff ... a conscientious member of the glee club ... a girl whom all would like to have as a friend. SHANNON. PAUL . . . Ital-i a n in appearance, but Irish in nationality and pleasantry, “Smokey” showed a keen aptitude for sports, coming through in football as a letterman in the position of guard . . . his extra-curricular activities also included glee club membership for one semester ... he enjoys sleeping, skating, playing baseball and skiing. STARK. BETTIE . . She’s a spark in basketball, baseball, hockey, volleyball, and tumbling . . . her athletic ability warranted her appointment on the G.A.A. board . . . she furthered her other interests by memberships in the Photography Club and Scribblers Club, and on the “J” and prom staffs . . . acrobatics are her specialty .. . her hobbies and interests include dancing, sports, and mostly Fort. PAGE TWENTY STATZ, ROBERT . . . “Bob,’’ Jefferson’s representative to the Badger Boys’ Camp at Delafield, had one of the highest scholastic averages of any boy in his class ... he was one of the most active of participants in extra-curricular activities ... he has to his credit: 2 years of letter-man recognition in football and basketball . . . membership in the Student Council . . . the exe-cutive positions of: the class vice-presidency as a sophomore and junior, and the presidency as a senior . . . the reputation of being a co-operative worker on the “J” Staff . . . two years of membership in the band ... he enjoys playing golf, skating and swimming. STELSE, LOREN . . . “Gus” could ‘take it” and ‘‘dish it out” when it came to playing football... his recognition as a three-year letterman proved that he was plenty tough and really necessary to the team’s success . . . he came through in intramural basketball and glee club . . . he won the respect and admiration of his classmates, who elected him class treasurer as a junior and Student Council member as a senior ... he helped put the prom across. STREICH. MORRIS . . . “Morry” could make them weep when he started playing on his trombone . . . with his talent, soon recognized, he became one of the outstanding members of both the band and orchestra ... he was likewise interested in declamatory work. STREIM, DONALD one would never think him so tiny to hear him talk . . . singing in the glee club . . . wielding his weight as a soeaker in declamatory work . . . plaving intramural basketball and serving as a member of the Student Council . . . show “Shorty” was active in high school. STRINGER. BEATRIC E . . . “Spike” was an enthusiastic member of the Photography Club ... a thorough investigator of alumni records for the “J” Staff ... a sincere student librarian ... a happy singer in glee club and an all around good sport. “Bon Voyage” J “ STROHBISCH. KENNETH . . . “Kenny”, with eyes like Eddie Cantor, was musically minded ... he could pound out “jive or jam” on the piano or play the classics with ease . . . he proved his versatility in instrumental music ... by playing the oboe in the band and orchestra ... by singing with the glee club and choir . . . taking part in the operetta . . . featuring as a vocalist in the selected groups ... by acting in the junior class play . . . writing for the Scribblers Club . . . advertising all school events ... he proved that school work isn’t all book work. STUBBS, VIRGINIA lusty was the yell led by this blonde belle ... “Stubbie” cheered the football team on to the championship . . . encouraged the basketball squad with her pep . . . participated in hockey, baseball, volleyball, basketball, and tumbling . . . satisfied her dramatic impulses by acting in the junior class play . . . served as a member of the G.A.A. Board . . . acted on the “J” Staff . . . showed executive ability as assistant editor of the Scribblers Club. STUEBER. HELEN . . . even though “Henny”. a transfer from Watertown, was with us for just one year, she was a mighty good sport, taking part in hockey, baseball, volleyball, and basketball . . . she worked diligently in declamatory work, in the choir, and on the J Staff . . . her every action was purposeful . . . she won everyone over with her cheerfulness and friendliness. VETERNIK, SUE ... a splendid student . . . the G.A.A. president ... a keen hockey, volleyball, baseball, basketball player, and tumbling enthusiast ... a colorful character in the senior class play ... an efficient librarian ... an able speaker in declamatory ... a prominent member of the prom staff ... a willing worker on the ‘J” Staff ... a “pepper-upper” in sports activities: these expressions describe “Sue.” PAGE TWE.NTY-OISE March of the Book Worms . . . WAGNER, JERRY “Jud”, the competent and capable manager of the Rock Valley champs and the fighting basketball team, has won many friends in school . . . his speaking ability won him honors in oratory and debate ... his acting in the class plays was fine . . . his mighty bass voice added much to the balance of the choir, glee club, and operetta ... his willingness to utilize new ideas on the “J” Staff was commendable ... his enthusiasm manifested itself in activity in the Photography Club . . . his height helped win victories in class basketball. WATERBI RY, GEORGE . . “Bubber” was one of the shining stars of the drum corps who won state recognition for his solo work . . . outstanding in band and orchestra . . . flashy as a class basketball player . . . musical in glee club and operetta work . . . clever in class dramatics . . . rhetorical in oratory . . . enthusiastic as a camera fiend in the Photography Club . . . humorous as a writer in the Scribblers Club . . . these qualities made him a personality with many friends. WEDL, LUCILLE ... a quiet little lass whom everyone admired ... as the result of her splendid scholastic efforts she merited the recognition of being the class salutatorian . . . she knew all the answers in stenography and bookkeeping . . . was a whiz at taking dictation . . . devoted much of her time to work on the “J Staff and to singing in the glee club . . . has secretarial ambition . . . possesses a fine personality ... is always willing to lend a helping hand to those less fortunate than she. WEIGEL. WALTER . . . “Windy” transfered from Rome High School as a junior . . . played class basketball . . . possessed artistic ability . . . participated in speech class . . . ended his high school days as an enemy of none and a friend to all. WENDT. LORRAINE . . . “Rainy”, the auburnhaired honor student who is never seen without her pal. Grace B.. is a No. 1 student librarian ... an active member of G.A.A. participating in hockey, baseball, basketball, volleyball, and tap-dancing ... a cheerful and willing “J” Staff worker . . . a humorous character in the senior class play ... a friendly girl with sincere thoughts . . . another little lady. WERNER. GRACE . . . “Gracie” with the large soft brown eyes was an enthusiastic worker on the “J” Staff ... a co-operative member of the glee club, who sang in the operetta ... a capable student librarian ... a brilliant honor student . . . thoroughly enjoys dancing which she considers her favori'e pastime. WOLF. PHYLLIS a quiet little girl with quiet ways . . . studious and ambitious. Phyllis participated in volleyball . . . enjoyed her membership in the tap-dancing club . . . sang wholeheartedly in the operetta and in the glee club. WOLLET. ROSE . . . “Rosie” with the light brown hair was very ambitious and studious . . . possessed with a quiet and a pleasing personality, she silently steals your affection . . . participated in the glee club and operetta . . . work on the “J” Staff gave her opportunity to express herself. ZILGE. HOWARD . . “Stud” enjoyed such athletics as football, where he was a force to be contended with, and class basketball ... he was the fellow who carried the big bass horn in the band ... he showed his love for music toy singing in the glee club ... as a worker on the prom staff, he was always on hand . . . Howard was the one man in school who could always be called upon to do some extra task and do it well. PAGE TWE.NTY-TWO Autumn became winter, . . . winter, spring . . . and with it the sunshine and beauty of June . . . w inds swept across new blades of grass . . . flowers began to open . . . and all the world was in tune . . . to 61 senior students that month was bringing their high school days to a close . . . to them it was the beginning of a newer life ... a graduating into the category of adulthood . . . the class of l!)40, through its four years of accomplishments and achievements, endeavors to prove itself worthy of recognition in the society to today. Governed by Itoberl Stalz. president: Kenneth Gruennerl, vice-president: Lewis Shannon, secretary: Everett Reese. treasurer; the class showed it preferred the government of men . . . regulations requiring the election of three girls on the Student Council permitted the election of Marion Mender. Sue Veternik. and Virginia Stubbs . . . their counterparts on the Council were Paul Shannon, Ralph Mavis, and Loren Stelse. I PPKK PICTI UK: SEMOII OFFICERS: HlO.NT HOW: Lewis Shannon. K •• n n • l It (irticnncrf. HACK Ho V: Hob Slat .. Kverett Hccsc. LOWKH I’ICTI'HK: SKNIOH II0N0H 11 hi NTS: I HoNT HOW: Mary Koscr, Mar K«rct shannon. craci Warner. Kvelyn ounz. cr.ire linniTk. Harhara H ray ton. Lucille SKCO.NH HOW Ruth Olaon, Hwiiei Lem-brlch. Sue Veternik. HACK: fieorir Lynch, tienevleve ll.iag i- missing from the picture. Scholastic leaders are nearly always leaders in extra-curricular activities . . . those ranking highest from the standpoint of scholarship were Mar-bara Mravton and Lucille W'edl . . . others with the highest averages for three and one-half years were Kvelyn Gunz. Genevieve Haag. Mary Koser, ti e o r g e Lynch. Ruth Olson, Margaret Shannon. Sue Veternik. Grace Werner, Grace R.ineck and Harriet Lembrieh. (nitstanding as centers, keen as tackles, and brilliant as men in the haekfleld. the senior boys concluded a football season, now recorded as indelible in tlu history of Jefferson High School . . . the first undefeated team since li) 4 . . . sixteen seniors were letterman: Rob- ert Rentmeester, E v e r e I t Reese, Robert Statz. Howard Krueger. Kenneth Gruennert. R a I p h Mavis, Mean Schultz. Donald Ghwala, Loren Stelse, Paul Shannon. Lewis Shannon. Howard Zilge. Jerry Wagner, George Hanover. George Lynch and Cyril Elgas. r.va; iwe.vh riuiEE Dribbling, pivoting, and shooting baskets, the seniors: Ralph Davis, Dean Schultz. Robert Rentmeester. Kverett Reese. Robert Slat .. Kenneth (irnennert, Lewis Shannon, and Jerry Wagner, earned their letters in basketball . . . and proudly wore their coveted sweaters, the emblem of recognition for success in basketball. Among intramural and class basketball players there were Loren Stelse, George Lynch, Harvey Kicliel. Henry Clark. Paul Shannon. Kenneth Strohlmsch, Howard Krueger, and George W aterbury. Healthy, strong, lovely and attractive were the senior girls . . . most keen sports enthusiasts . . . of 32 senior girls. !(i are members of G.A.A. ... 10 for four years . . . Sue Veternik. president of tbut organization and Marion Render, Hetty Stark. Harriet Lembrich, Verna Church, Rarbara Rrayton. Virginia Stubbs and Lois Miller make even activity in G.A.A. worthwhile. UPPER PICTURE: FOOTBALL I.KTTKHMI V SEATED: Howard Kriif fr r. � « rire Hanover, Donald Chwala. Kenneth tiruenneri, Karl cross. SKOOMi ROW: Italph havls, l.nvls Shannon, Cyril Elgas. Robert Rentmeester. Howard Zllge. I lean Schultz. HACK ROW: I. � ren Stel i . Hubert Slatz, Kverett Reese. Jerry Wagner, (ieorjre Lynch. I'anl Shannon. l.oWKIl PICT! HK: SKMOR KXKCI TIVKS: PROMT HOW: Hoberl stat , Kenneth Oruetinert. Italph Davis. SKCOND HOW: tieorge l.ynch. HACK ROW. Kvelyn Ounz, Sue Veternik. Kdna llaivniaim. Harhara Hrayton. Among the songbirds and warblers were Rutli Harrell. Marion Render. Karbara Hrayton, Kvelyn Gunz. George Kemmeter. Mary K o s e r , Margaret Peterson. Rettymay Rhei-neek, June Roessler. Kenneth Strolibiisch, Lucille Wed I. Grace Werner. Phyllis W o I f and Rose Wollel . . . these people sang for four years . . . featured soloists and vocalists included Marion Render, Mary Koser. Har-bara Rrayton, and Kenneth Sfroiibuseli. Violinists, drummers, trombone players. Ilulisls. etc., came to fame in the band . . . four year members were: Harbara Rray-toii. Vivian Ruelow. Henry Clark, Ktbel Haas. Kd-na Hafemann, Mary Koser. Lois Miller, Ruth Olson. Robert Rentmeester. Dean Schultz. Morris Streich. K (■ n n e I h SIrohbusch. George Waterbury. a n d Howard Zilge. I’AOE I WK.Vn FOLK Bu l lin r journalists were given an | | nrtuiiily to develop their talent in two ways . . . those in Scribblers (Hub who wrote prolifically were Marion Mender, Ralph Davis, Kenneth (Iruennert. Lois Miller. Robert Rentineester. George Waterbnry, Meatriee Stringer. V irginia Stubbs, and Kvelyn Gunz. Kd-itors. managers, and photographers came to the foreground in their work on the annual . . . Marbara Drayton. Mary Koser. (Ieorge Lyneh. and Kmil Meitzner. editorial stall leaders . . . Genevieve Haag. Lucille W'edl. (trace Raneck. Lorraine Wendt. George Hanover. George Keni-meter. Jerry Wagner. Kdna Hafemann. Helen Kletlke. Helen Stueber. Sue Velernik. Grace Werner, Margaret Shannon. Kverett Reese. Robert Slat .. Robert Rentineester. June Roessler. Harriet Leinhrich. Betty Stark. Ruth Olson. Beatrice Stringer. Virginia Stubbs. Lois Miller. Marion Render. Henry Clark, and Cyril Klgas did their share toward making the 11)40 J a splendid annual. Photography, archery, howling, and tapping found support from the seniors . . . of the student librarians, several were outstanding seniors. Well represented in each type of activity, the seniors did all in their power to receive a rounded education . . . hoping that as graduation exercises become a reality, each will be the more able to find his place in society . . . do his work well . . . and make the world a better place for his having been in it. As a farewell note, each wishes to express his gratitude to his parents for what they have made possible for him ... to the citizens of the community for making possible the receiving of the best in education ... to Mr. Smith for his guidance and significant advice . . . and to the faculty for their enthusiastic assistance and constant insistence upon the best . . . and now Auf Wiedersehen. I PPFIt PICT! IIKS: LEFT: KKITOKIAI. STAFF OF TIIK -J' M«r Koser. Mar bara Kray ton. Miss Kline, (ieorjre Lynch. Kim I Meitzner. RIC.HT: SENIOR CLASS h TSOR: Miss Kline LOWER IMO TI'RKS: ALKIMGTORIAN AM' SALE TATORIAN: Rarhara lit avion. Lucille Wedl. 81 NIOR VOCAI SOLOISTS Mar) Koser. Marion Render. SK.MGlt ORATORY WINN HR AM ATHLKTIC MAN c.KH: Jerry Wairner. I'KRINTKNIi-ENT AM SENIOR Co.NSI LTANT: Mr. Suillli. I'AliE TWENTY-FIVE Next year’s inonarchs are truly seasoned timber . . . relying entirely u|ion their own merits . . . asking, helping, accomplishing much as they go along . . . the class of il. gradually rising to the top. either tinds a way or makes it. As class ollicers: Boh Serns, president: Jack Mcfiurk, vice president; Jane King. se ,retary: Belly Hernday. treasurer: and the Student Council members. Lois Henry and M e r I i n Lembrich. set the pace for the successful a c t i v i t y of the year . . . eager to IPPKIl I’ICTI I1KS: FIRST I’lCTI RK: PROM ROYALTY: Rail'll Hledprniaii. Ruth Kill'll-T'-lclt. SKC.l'Ml I'UIT III ASSISTANT ATHLETIC MWUIKII W lllalll AlarklcrafT Till Kl PICTl'RK Jl MOR ADVISOR Miss Rankin. YIIIIIU.i: PICTI HKS: JIMOR CLASS ll I I I I! K II S : FIRST PICTI RE: Hetty llmidav. HoImti Serns. Jack McGurk. Jane king-. SKCo.Nh HCTI KK: Jl Moll Sl’KKh SKATKH: Hay Griffin. I.OWKH I'M'TUIK: Jl MOH IIO.NOII STl'hKNTS Helen Staiz. Marn-aret Braun. Mavis hiMige. Merlin l.einlirleh. Marion Miller. e history, I h e i s? prospective s e n i o r s with Miss Bankin, their advisor, let nothing stop them from acipiiring success. Fourteen learned students who maintained an average of t) ) or above for the first semester gained altitude easily . . . they were: Margaret Braun. B a r h a r a I hilmreiner, M avis Itooge, M a r g a r e t II e n u e n . Marilyn S a y r e . Jane King, Helen Staiz. Marion Miller. Merlin Lembrich. Betty Hern-day. Hull) Khlenfeldt, Dorothy Schulz, Dorothy I lickhoff. a n d Lois Henry. The four ball-carrying Trojans, dill' Sinillie. Jack Bosley, Joe Wollol. Leo Mai-berger were celebrities in football . . . dill' Sinillie. Lloyd Voss, and Jack Ilaritv engaged in a snappy g a in e of basketball . . . they should all be first ranking stars next year. In hockey, volley-liall. basketball, and baseball, the girls, 2.r of them, starred in the various sports . . . it's going to be a easy job to select a I LA.A. board next year . . . there are so in a u y possibilities. r. l twenty six Junior ('lass: FIBST how Violet Kegelem. Marian Kinzler. Marie Heger, Jane King. h r thy hlekow. Hulh Khlenreldt. Margaret llennen. SECONh ROW: Elaine Richards, Myra Seitz. Karbari hahareiner. Joan Vogel. Hetty llernday. Carol Srhoeller. Gladys Vogel. Klaine Meyer. THIHI HOW: Mavis hooge. Margaret Moldenhauer. Sara Miller. horothy IMrkhoff. Helen cross, horothy PropP-FOl’RTH HOW: Huth Seifert. rlene Lev. Evelyn Trawler. Marilynn Sayre, Carol Jean Ley. Esther HienTang. Shirley Hayes. FIFTH HOW: Eileen Stelse. Marian Miller. Helen Slat .. .Nancy Blodgett. Joan Friedel, horothy Schulz. Kathryn Shannon. SIXTH ItoW: Margaret Hrauu. Viiiy Hadtke. Mildred Moldeiihauer. Helen Schultz. Kva Scheels. Marian Zlmdars, Lois Henry. SEVENTH HOW: Kugene Hueth. Merlin Leinbrlcli. Gerald Spangler. Leltoy stsauss, havld Weinberg. Merle Koeppel. Leo Mai-berger. EIGHTH ItoW: Hayiuonil Probat. Richard Biedennan. Homan Roplnskl. hale hooge. Joe Wollet. Robert Serns. HACK HOW: Hay Grinin. Robert Heger. Ralph Biederman. Jack llosley( John Oarlty. Jack MrOurk. Palmer Bteschler. LEFT SlhK- TOP TO BOTTOM Gordon Schultz. Jack Lynch, honald Haas. Royal Ihlenreldt. RIGHT SlhK: Clifford Smlllie, Jerald Borchardt, william Mai’kgraff. Lloyd Voss. • The play s the tiling . . . for capable students, interested in dramatics. came through with the snappy comedy. (Charley's Aunt as Iheir class play . . . the cast included Lois Henry. Hetty llernday, Mari-lynn Sayre. Harlmra Hahareiner. Hay (irillin. SlctTm Lemhrieh. Merle Koepnel. Kugene Hueth. Hillie Markgraf. Hubert Heger. Helen Statz, Honald Haas . . . orchitis to Miss Urenhagen. the director. The big social event of the year is. indeed, the Junior Prom . . . for that occasion ambitious juniors work hard ami long . . . arranging for tlii orchestra . . . sending invitations . . . planning the decorations . . . carrying out this year an ‘Over the Kainhow theme . . . the juniors made the gym a thing of beauty . . . lovely Huth Khlenfeldt and popular •' • ’m ‘ “•'sided over the festivity as the royal pair . . . in the background was Miss Hankin, the junior class advisor, who has won funm for herself as a designer of beautiful promenades. In musical activities, the juniors gained recognition in choral as well as instrumental work . . . on them will rest the foundation for future successes in hand, orchestra, and vocal work. s salesmen, as scholars, as dramatists, as athletes, as musicians . . . the ela ss of toil is climbing high. PAGE TWENTY - SEVEN Flowers may come and llowers may go . . . Inals will burst into bloom . . . flutter and dance in the breeze . . . finally falling into the sapless foliage of the ocean of life . . . the sophomores . . . llowers in the garden of '39 ami Id . . . (Imi the source of their energy in activities in our high school ... 03 ambitions and versatile boys ami girls make np the stems . . . the leaves consist of the many cxtra-cnrricnlar activities in which they participate . . . the blossoms are those that become outstanding in these activities. rrpKn hcti hks s o r a o m n a k C LASS AhVISnR Miss ;miliag� Hi. SOFHOMUliK HECLAMATlHO WINNER: J � Ann Morn. MlhhLE PICT! ML SOPHOMORE OFFICERS. FRONT ROW Mary Nels, Bette tiiaprr. I'omthy krusltnr. Virginia Ambrose, rack ROW ciai enrr Auchter. H � n g I a s� Pilsner. LOWER PICT! RE SOPHOMORE HONOR STEhENTS FRO N 1 ROW: Bette Griper, Dorott] k m -mg. Vlrrln-ta Ambrose. Marvin Hauser. HACK ROW Jo mi Morn. Leslie Stengel. Eileen Werner. Our sun. Miss Greuhageu . . . places her guiding hand over the flowers in her student garden . . . recognition came to Douglas Pitzner who was chosen president . . . Virginia Ambrose, vice-president . . . Mary Neis. treasurer, and I tel te draper, secretary . . . Dorothy Krus-ing and Clarence Auchter. student council members . . . all sturdy blooms in the garden. Many more llowers burst into bloom in the G.A.A. . . . 20 girls engaged in these activities. Promising athletes, like Halph Seidel. Hussell Hansen, and Don Plymesscr. all important cogs in the football machine, came to the foreground . . . Don served on the basketball ipiintet . . . many others are coming b the foreground . . . sturdy additions to every garden. Honor s I u d e n I s bloomed brightly and profusely . . . Virginia Ambrose. Leslie Stengel. Jo Ann Moen. Marvin Hauser. Bette draper. Kileen Werner, and Dorothy Krus-ing bad averages of ninety or more for the lirsl semester. PAGE TWENTY-EIGHT Sophomore Class: I IHS'I ItnW: .Mary � i . Eilwn Werner. Grapcr. Elalm -chulz. Luci.le Popp, Gloria Harter Marie Spamrlcr. SECOND HOW: Marcella lloufs, Dorothy Wedl. Hetty Schmedl, Jean Kreklow. Genevieve Vojrel. Dorothy kruslmr. Mary Jane Grinin. THIRD ItoNV: Elizabeth Srheel. Virginia Ambrose. Marian Wedl, Izola Petty. Geraldine HauuiKard. Dirothy l.loyd. Kol’RTH HOW: Hutli Walther. June Inirkee. Gladys Itetsehler. Mary Jane Slllierhom. Mary Hoherty. Alice Gross. I.aura llii|� | ert. FIFTH HOW: Phyllis Hake. Leslie Stenirel. Jo Ann Moen. Shirley llebbe. Harriet Poster, horothy NVollet. SIXTH HOW’: Wallace Sell. Gerald W’estennan. Edward Kornecker. Ralph Seidel, h � uarias Pllzner. honahl Plyrnesser. Gerald Kexel. SEVENTH How Harvey Huchta. Faroid Heine. Lowell Wait. Thomas Seitz.'Kenneth Kichel. Stewart Newman RACK HOW’: Georjre Fres-.m. George Hanker. Husseil Hansen. James Kndl. Wilbur Kortmann. Oscar Heale, John Menu !. LEFT SlhE —TOP TO BOTTOM Itussell Tew s. Clarence Auchter, Marx in Hauser, Lawrence Heuhl RIGHT SIDE: Norbert Borck. Galvin Krause, William Wolf. William Kreklow Musical activities provided opportunities for many buds to burst into beautiful full-blown petals . . . the sophs enriched the a eappella choir and the glee club with llieir lovely voices ... in the hand, there were many who helped make it the splendid organisation it is. As a class, they ranked third in the magazine campaign . . . (leorge Hanker was tin' are in sulesnuuiship in the entire school, selling more subscriptions than any other student. Our flowers, as all flowers do, nod and close their petals . . . they will reopen next year to bloom in their glory and grandeur as juniors. PAGE TWENTY MM; $cvc nty-foiir very green, wobblv-kneed freshies climb eagerly into the new stream-lined trailer ready for the first of a four year's journey . . . theirs was a wanderlust of a grand style . . . an eagerness for adventure and excitement ... a thirst for knowledge . . guiding them on their trip was Miss Henderson, the understanding patron of their interests. Like a bolt of lightning, they experience a shock . . . assignments, classes, and hours of toil loom ahead . . . some feel slightly dazed, some intensely interested, and others soon shine as leaders . . . as their first attempt at group organization, they selected leaders to urge them onward . . . i rrKii pictures; ritKsiiM w class aiivis OR: Miss lleii li‘i«m. KRosil WIVAER IA OK Cl.AMATollY: Janos lieu I. MIOOI.E PICTCHK: FRESHMEN OFFICERS: Frankliti Doebereiner, Rlihanl iicriuluy. Melon Serns. I.oron llui | erl. Karl Spanfrler, Jark Mueller. LOWER PICT! RE: FRESHMK. llo.NOli STI hENTS: James Roul, Lurille Werner, Patrick MrCune. Mary Schlferi, Harriet Blederman, Wanda Houirhton. Betty habamii-cr. LoiTame Werner. Barbara Mueller. Karl Spangler becomes the president . . . Loren Hup-pert, vice-president . . . Franklin Doebereiner. secretary. and .1 a r k Mueller, treasurer . . . Itielmrd Item-day and Helen Serns safeguard the interests of the g r o u p as Student domicil representatives. Plunged into the magazine campaign, they come out victorious, holding tin blue ribbon of achievement . . . liar barn Mueller and Mary Schiferl prove themselves the most persuasive salesmen. Scholastic leaders give directions to the driver . . . It a r I) a r a Mueller. Mary Schiferl. Wanda Houghton, Lucille Werner, Lorraine Werner, Hetty Dabareiner, Pat Smillie, .1 a m e s Reul. Harriet Itiederman and Pat Medline prove a e c u r a t e givers of directions. Eager for rights of the road, they forge ahead in music . . . the hand is increased by lo of these pep- PAGE THIRTY Freshmen Class: rust How i.oiiGarlty. ii n Rahaicimr. Hurley Rriebelbis. Jenna Nu- iikiii. Rettv Jo Goddard. Irene Fng-bcrg. Mary ScliHVrl. SECOND HOW: Flame llaus Rnrotlty spang ler. Mervllla Beale. Elizabeth Kllwinger. Hae Jean Nagle. Lots llofTinaiin. I.unlle Werner, holores VVoir. Till It I� ROW: Robert Finley. Virginia lloeft, Lorraine Werner. Helen Serns. Harriet Biedennan. Myrtle Borek. Gloria Meinel. KOI RTII ROW: Ivan Strese, Holores Stephan. Jacqueline Reul. Barbara Mueller. Barbara Met land. Wanda Houghton. Mae Walther. FIFTH ROW: Raymond Kngsberg. Richard lleger, Ricliard Hernday. Rudy Kuzmich. Ilamld Glander, Russell Mattes. Patrick Smlllle. SIXTH Row Robert Fischer. Raymond Luka-. Kenneth llagedorn. William Jung. Ral| h lloefs. Merlin Frohmader. SEVENTH lto V: Leon Ruske. James Vogel. Francis schakelman. Patrick McCune. Karl Spangler. Clarence Peterson. Robert Gerhard!. EIGHTH ROW: Dean Kramer. Paul Hauser. LaVerne Jung. Rud Welsscnrleder. James Schlesl. Ronald Na s. Ralph Heilemaun. Raymond Lang. RACK ROW: Ronald Wolir. Ronald Slearler. Janies Reul. Lawrence Jahn. Jack Mueller. Quentin Co| eland. Loren lluppert. LEFT SIRE—'Top to BOTTOM: Harold Lambrecht. Richard Radtke. Ronald Lang . Ronald Clark. Franklin Roebcrelner. RIGHT SIRE—TOP TO BOTTOM: Irvin Itueth. Paul Frohmader. Kenneth Tessin an. Merlin Straw. Iiy Iiopii-blowers ami trumpeters . . . to the a eapella choir and glee club went 36 delighted ami thrilled songsters. As plungers, taeklers, and basket-shooters, the hoys promise to gain championships as they mature. Not lo he outdone in interest in athletics, the girls joined the (i.A.A. . . . its membership was increased by 25. As the trailer returns, some have satisfied their cravings . . . others feel a stronger urge, a stimulus to other accomplishment . . . as they motor hack, they take pride in their deeds, and a dream of greater glory as sophomores. page thirty-one I lie halls echo the excited cries of 24 eager students . . . Miss Olson is their guide this year . . . again they elect executives and Marjorie Bloedel becomes president . . . Wilma Biederman, vice-president . . . Wilbur Biederman, secretary . . . and Bill Spooner, treasurer. Putting their hearts and souls in the magazine campaign . . . they went over their quota . . . Betty Brayton topped the list with most subscriptions ... at the magazine party the members received additional rewards as prizes. As choristers, they appeared in the annual operetta, this year, “The Magic Piper,” directed by Miss Bridgman . . . the Junior Choir, another of Miss Bridgman’s interests, provided opportunities for those who enjoyed singing. Dramatization became great fun when they presented Dickens’, “Christmas Carol”, in the high school assembly: a dramatic success ... it proved to all that in several years, J. H. S. will have even more excellent dramatic material. Orators and declamatory contestants showed plenty of spunk in the contests in March. It is June . . . the year is over . . . 24 students are ready to go forward, and lead their group as freshmen. Eighth Grade: KRovr Row Isabelle Henry. Vivian Church. Hetty Brayton. Richard .ehfu . Itohert Johnson. SKCO.Nh Row Jerry Miller. Eleanor Mohr. Betty Schlooser. William Snilllie. John Itrawders. THIRD liiiW: Marjorie Bloedel. Valeria Harder. Wilma Biederman. Alice .Nevins. Klsbeth lieitzler. KUI BTII HOW Dennis strelfT. Vernoii Weber, Kdgar Kutz. Willuun Spooner. Harold Bias ing. I.AST BOW Donald Huelow. Horace Powers, Wilbur Biederman. Howard Richards. PRINCIPAL oI KI.KMKNTAR SCHOOL . D KHillTH C.RADK 1NSTIU CTOR: Miss Olson. EIGHTH GRADE OFFICERS: FRONT ROW: William S|MXffler. W 11 Bur Biederinaiin. BACK Row: Marjorie BIoimII. Wilma Hiedertnann. PACE THIRTY-TWO “Who are they?” Haven’t you heard . . . they are that especially talented group in the seventh grade . . . they have every thing that makes the world what it is! . . . keen students, salesmen, dramatists, editors, reporters, and executives . . . their new teacher. Mr. Thomas, and they . . . began the year by becoming acquainted . . . not a difficult task for those willing to make friends, and they were ... as for choosing executives, they didn't go to all the trouble they do in politics, but merely looked among themselves and elected: Verone Hetland, president . . . Betty Johnson, vice-president . . . William Hibbard, secretary . . . and Richard Schneider, treasurer. Their salesmen in the magazine subscription campaign netted the class a total sum of $23.00 . . . Cecelia Bienfang was their ace in sales ability. As budding journalist, Patricia Wiley as editor of the Weekly Whim” . . . William O’Brien, as editor of the Weekly Scoop”, . . . with the rest of the class, edited their own newspapers. Not satisfied with routine tasks . . . this unusual group went out for dramatics . . . writing and producing their own plays . . . participating in instrumental music in the junior band and orchestra . . . speaking in the oratory and declamatory contests . . . singing in the operetta . . . playing basketball . . . and enjoying dancing parties: they tried every thing and did unusually well. This group will bear watching . . . there are so many ambitious and gifted students . . . nothing should stop them or their leaders.” Seventh Grade: FRONT how lmt Shephard. Richard Schneider. carol John-on. Raymond Hla-mr. Lorraine Johnson. SKCo.Mi RoW: Verone Hetland. William o’Hrlen. Betty Johnson. Robert lleiizltM'. Patricia Wiley. TIllRh ROW: Ocelia Hlenfanfr. William Ihhbard. Jenny Nevins, Robert Metlzner, Arthur Bledennan. FOI'RTH ROW: Ralph Steuber, Lcland Bauingard. Jean Rloedel. Frances Kuzmich. Rose Marie Thelen. LAST ROW: Gloria Schweitzer, Robert Seeber. SEVENTH GRADE OFFICERS. William Hibbard. Verone Hetland. Betty Johnson, Richard Schneider. SEVENTH (iRAI)E IV STRl'CTOR: Mr. Thomas. PAGE THIRTY THREE Our extra-curricular activities enable us to develop poise, creative ability, and appreciation of cultural subjects. Each provides respite frcm daily routine tasks. Activities Senior Band Junior Band Senior Orchestra Junior Orchestra A Cappella Choir Qlee Club Dramatics Forensics Student Council Scribblers Club “J” Staff Librarians Photography Club Social Events Student Activity Ticket'taking Advertising Cafeteria I’AOE THIRTY FIVE Senior Band: must how hhi«- Grapcr. Hubert Johnson, . nun llrtlantl. Hetty Dabaieiner. Marlon Klnzlcr. Shirley Drelbelbls. liay Lamr. Rlrhartl Zehrus. Hetty Schloesser. Marjrarel Hraun, Raymond Fnpsherfr. Ralph llellemann, Wilbur Hiederinati. ueorire Hanker. l ds lb nry. SKCOND HOW: Gloria Harder. Hetly Johnson. Valeria Harder. Leon Huske, Lois Miller. Kenneth Strohlniscli, Dorothy Krtislnjr. Harbara Dab relner. Jerry Miller. Maine Schultz. Manilla Draeirer. Ruth Olson. THIRD ROW': Director Stuart Anhalt. James Retil. Mary Koser. Mina Haremann. Maine Haas. Rill Hibbard. Richard Hledernian. Helen Dross. Land Srhoeller. Klhei Haas. Marie Spaiifrler. Donald Wolf. Horace Powers. Margaret Hennen. Donald Lee. FOIRTII ROW: Iwan Schultz. Clifford Smlllle. Donald Huelow, Vivian Huelow. Calvin Krause. Lowell Wait. Harbara Hctland. John M.-m.l, Henn Clark. George Waterbury. Robert Rentineester. FIFTH HOW: Kenneth Tessman. Handd Lainbmht. John Lynch, Gloria Melnel, Thomas Seitz. Howard Zllgr. Douglas pilzner, Morris Stretch, Kdward For necker. Sixty-six fine instruments plus sixty-six ultra-smart new uniforms plus sixty-six ambitious instrumentalists plus one very fine director . . . that’s the composition of the senior band . . . under the capable and apt leadership of the director. Mr. Anhalt . . . this aggregation of students worked so hard, so consistently, and so diligently that results were outstanding. When the band assembled in September . . . everyone took notice . . . just what made it so fine . . . the instrumentation was the answer, for there were 14 clarinets . . . 13 cornets ... 6 trombones ... 13 saxophones ... 4 horns ... 2 basses ... 2 baritones . . . 9 drums ... 2 flutes . . . and an oboe . . . surely quite complete. The entire band has two weekly rehearsals on Mondays and Thursdays from 2:45 to 4:00 P. M. . . . each student receives individual instructions in the special classes conducted on Tuesdays or Thursdays . . . the entire band practices in the fall and spring on every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:30 to 8:00 in the morning. Splendid, in fact, were the annual fall and spring concerts . . . and the appearance of this loyal group, which added color and gaiety to football games and performed intricate maneuvers at the half in each game . . . proved to the community that it was the one organization in which everyone was really interested. Then came the band mothers ... no other group is more deserving of praise . . . their efforts quickly brought almost unbelieveable results . . . aware of the need for new uniforms . . . they decided that new uniforms would become a reality . . . they started their campaign by soliciting business places for contributions, raising $1,100 in three months in this manner . . . then they conducted baked goods sales, and candy sales . . . and sponsored dances, programs, movies, and card parties . . . finally, their dream came true ... a committee, composed of the officers of the Band Mothers Club: •AUK THIRTY-SIX Mrs. V. Hetland, president; Mrs. A. Dabareiner, vice-president; Mrs. W. Strohbusch, secretary; Mrs. L. Johnson, treasurer; and Mrs. E. Banker, representing the band mothers . . . Mr. R. S. Smith. Supt. of Schools . . . Mr. Alfred Heilemann. as the representative of the Board of Education . . Mr. Edward Rindfleisch. the representative of the City Council . . . Mr. Stuart Anhalt, director of the band and Mr. Donald Lee, business manager of the band, met several times to make the purchase . . . salesmen appeared . . presented their story . . . they discussed styles . . . chose colors . . . the result: perfectly handsome, maroon-colored, double-breasted coats and beige-colored trousers . . . thank you, band mothers, our appreciation and gratitude to you— always! “Blow, Gabriels, Blow . . . blow that horn” . . . and thirty-four angelic faces puff out for blowing ... get ready for action . . . and pause . . . Mr. Anhalt, their director, gives the downbeat . . . they begin . . . for it is Wednesday . . . their practice period . . . and they are in the new elementary school building . . . youthful and peppy, they attack their musical problems with determination and perseverance . . . for these young musicians hope, eventually, to become members of the Jefferson High School’s Senior Band. Gently and uncertainly the fourteen clarinetists, nine cornetists, four saxophone players, two flutists, two drummers, and the lone tuba player try earnestly to play in harmony . . . patiently working with them is Mr. Anhalt who gives private instruction to a number of them. Their big moments come when they play in concert before the community in the spring and fall exhibitions of instrumental music . . . the applause is great for satisfactory performances . . . the junior band is always applauded ... so every year that acclaim is sought by each new group . . . and. this year the group again received the acclamation of all. Commendable, then, is the work of these budding maestroes. anxious hom-blow-ers, and prospective artists. Junior Band: KHU.NT Mow Mr Anhalt Instructor. Richard r|� nelder. Mob Johnson. George Peirhl. Janies Miller. i d ward blank. Eugene Kngsberg, Beverly Kmzlei sECo.Nh mow hurls Me sersehinidt. Verone Hetland. Mu-hard Zehfus. Billy O’Brien, Betty chioe--er. Jerry M.ller. Valeria Harder. Betty Johnson. BACK MOW: Hubert Heitzler. Harlow Cole, hoiiuld Buelow. Horace Powers. Wilber Biederman. Mu-hard Meek. Rosemarie Thelon, Bill Hibbard. Arthur Miedernnui. Phyllis Behin. PAGE THIRTY-SEVEN The bell rings • • • twenty-two instrumentalists set up their stands . . . tune their instruments then all is quiet . . . the maestro. Mr. Anhalt, steps on the director’s stand . . • raises his baton . . . then, “Kins. Zwei, brei. Spiel . . . another practice period begins. Pile sweet song of the two tlutes . . . the majestic importance of the two cornets . . . the rich expressive tones of tin two clarinets . . . the deep throated song of the saxophone . . . tin sonorous sounds of tin strings of the twelve violins . . . the carrying tone of the clownish oboe . . . tin booming of tin giant bass . . . the scintillating rhythm of the bine accordion . . . and the vibrant chords of the piano . . . all lend themselves to a harmonious whole each Tuesday and Thursday morning during the fourth period . . . then, at special practice periods, each group improves its technique. A music clinic, held under the direction of Uudolph Heiners. first violinist of tin (Chicago Symphony Orchestra, on October 3. assisted each musician. Selections of various degrees of difficulty interested each musician . . . among the favorites were: ''Hungarian bailee. No. 5 . . . “Prancaise Militaire” from the Algerian Suite . . . “Home on the Hauge . . . “Path of (ilory’’ and “The Mikado’’ . . . each classical piece is played with relish . . . but an occasional popular number meets with approval. The opportunity to present its efforts appears ... at tin winter and spring concert each musician did his best . . . the result: each member anticipates the next season. Senior Orchestra: I Mo. i now Iiii . Elaine iiul . Yirg.n a nibiose. Harbara Drayton. Leslie Stengel. Harriet Itiederfiian. Marian Mender. CENTER: Carol Srh idler. Kenneth stroll-btisrh. Edna HafVmaim. Margaret Itraun. MACK: Howard Zllge. Esther Mienrang. Helen Gross. Itarhaia lletland, Morris strefeh. Harold l.ainbrei ht. Mayrn nd l.ang. Marion Kinzler. lr. Vnha.’t Instruetor PAOE THIRTY-EIGHT Junior Orchestra: iro.vi HOW: Mr. nlialt liisti-urim. srtiirerl. Rosemary Ruppreriit. iionna IlifTfrlns. Joanm llawr. John .elifu . Melon Rupprecht. BACK ROW: M-irlow -� « iih.«—� r. I rank Mans. Beverly Kmzler, Richard Berk. Rosemarie Thelon. Lois Mainmes. June evlns, Carl Frohmader. “Music, Maestro, Please” beg !wenly-iiine liny nuisi( ians . . . tiny, because tlier are so young . . for instrumentalists between the ages of eight and thirteen are mere babes in arms . . . yet, they have the spirit, the enthusiasm, and the will to become great . . . and tin encouragement of their director. Mr. Anhalt goes far to inspire them. When you hear the sweet, harmoniously blended music of the junior orchestra, you marvel at its instrumentation . . . for they play a ariety of instruments . . . there are the two Mules . . . six clarinets . . . six iolins . . . lour cornets . . . three saxophones . . . four drums ... a cello ... a bass drum ... a baritone, and the piano. As a result of practicing diligently for four periods a week, the junior orchestra is given the opportunity of playing at the tall am) winter concert . . . some of the most popular selections are . . . .March by Tsrhaikowsky . . . Minuet. No. by Heelliovcn . . . ■•Softly Now the Light of hay by tiottschalk . . . and W hile Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Handel. Taking much pride in their work, the musicians look forward to tin day. when they, too. will become members of the senior group. page thirty mm; So high . . . so low SI I lovely . . . so Heat . . . strains as from an anarel's chorus we hear . . . deep masculine tones . . . clear sopranos . . . all the choir joins in and sin rs. Students are humming . . . finders are drumming . . . music has become fascinating . . . under the enthusiastic leadership of Miss Bridg-maii. discoverer and developer of much new talent ... .1. H. S. boasts many beautiful and unusual voices on its roster of vocalists . . . and a livelier interest in singing, too. manifests itself daily. Public appearances meet with enthusiasm . . . every program is eagerly awaited . . . the Christmas performance proved a definite success ... at other occasions: school programs. Hotary Club meetings. Kastern Star gatherings, and others, the small groups appeared . . . Marion Bender and Mary Koser as soloists . . . Margaret Braun. Barbara Brayton, Dorothy Biekow. Dorothy Schulz. Mary Koser, Marion Bender, as members id' the sextette . . . Merlin Lembrieh. Kenneth Strohbiisch, Harold Lamhrecht. and Thomas Seitz, as members of the boys’ quartette . . . these and other select groups with special practice periods made good showings . . . the bi-weekly practices brought results: increased confidence, better cultivated voices, and pleasant associations . . . the year waned with the conviction. “The song s the thing.’ A Capella ( hoir: FRONT Row Miss Hridfrmau. Dorothy Dirkhoir. Helen state. Barbara Brayton. horothy Schulz. Evelyn Gunz. Lois Henry SECOND Row Wanda lloujrhton. Mi nr tret Braun. Jo Ann Moen. Mary Nets, jean Kreklow. Bette draper. Dorothy Krusinfr. Esther Bienramr THIRD Bow Barbara lletland. Betty Dahareiner. Shirley DrihHhis. llazei Hodenhnnr. Marian Klnzler. Helen steuher. Gloria Memel. Dorothy Dleknw ForitTII ROW Ruth F.hlenreldt. Harriet Foster. Marian Bender. Mary Koser. Mary Roberty. Jane drinin. Dorothy Freepartner. June Roessler—FIFTH Row Martlynn Sayre. Marie Ifefrer. Jacqueline Haul. Amy Ra4like. Barbara Dabarelner. Helen dross. Grace Baneck. Beatrice Stringer—SIXTH HOW: Kenneth Strohbusch. Francis Schakelmann. Bichard Radik . Rudy Kuzmich. James Endl, deraid Westermann. Oscar Beale. Calvin Krause— SEVENTH ROW: Jerrv Wanner. Emil Meltiner. Morris Streich, IH� nald Slegler. ouentln Copland. Paul Hauser. Merlin Lemhrlch. George Kemmeter. Clifford Smillie—EIGHTH ROW: Harold Lamhrecht. Ralph Rlederman. Russell Hansen. Richard Reger, Donald Clark. Thomas Seitz. Franklin Dahareiner. William Kreklow Russell Mattes. PAGE FORTY Flats, sharps, majors, and minors . . . all are studied by the 66 musically energetic students ol the glee club . . . the group is divided into four sections . . . the girls meet on Monday, the eighth period, and Wednesday and Friday, the fourth period . . . the hoys, on Thursday, the eighth period . • • M«ss Bridgman directs the activity in each group . . . Margaret Braun occasionally acts as accompanist. Students acquire membership by proving they have a desire to work and a desire to cultivate their promising voices in such songs as “The Cherubini Song . “Now Let Heaven and Karth Adore . and “Jcanuie with the Light Brown Hair”. The dream of each member is to belong to the select group who are in the a cappella choir . . . each vocalist cherishes the thought of appearing in the vocal concert in April, the all-school exhibit in May, and commencement exercises in June . . . only members of the a cappella choir receive that recognition. In their training, each student acquires a keener appreciation of music, a knowledge of the best music composed each year, and one-fourth credit toward graduation for one year's participation in this vocal activity. Our loss is another's gain . . . we offer our congratulations to Miss Bridgman and wish her a great deal of happiness . . . may our next music teacher possess as much ability and charm! Boys Glee Club: I’lHST HOW: o car Beale . Kiehard fleper, William Junp. Patrick smillie. Itoberi Fincher, I � o a I«I Clark. Richard Battik . SKGO.Nh BOW: Norbert Itorrk. I.a Verne Juup- Paul llauser. Jam ' Endl. Ralph Blcdemian. Gerald Westerinan. Bussell llaiiseu. hack how ouentin Copeland. Kmll Meltzner. ixmaltl Step ter, liudy Kuzmich, i.eo Malberirer, (ieorfre kemmeter. PAGE FORTY-ONE The lights are dimmed . . . the audience becomes piiet . . . the curtains are drawn . . . everything is ready . . . il is Friday. November 17th. the night for the performance of ‘Charley's Aunt ' by the juniors . . . the east of twelve appears . . . the play starts. bill MarkgralT acting as Jack Chesney, Hay (irilTln as Charley Wykhem. Merlin Lemhrich as Lord FaneourL Merle Koeppel as Sir Thomas Chesney, Helen Statz as Kitty Verdun. Hetty liernday as Amy Spettigue, Marilynn Sayre as Kla helaliy. Lois Henry as honna Lucia Delvadorez. Kugene Huetli as Mr. Spettigue, Hubert Heger as Hrasset. Donald Haas as a farmer and Harbara Dabnreiner as a maid, keep the crowd in constant laughter. Coder the direction of Miss (irenhagcn. the play makes a hit . . . Jack and Charley fall hopelessly in love with Kitty and Amy . . . Lord Fancourt thinks constantly of Kla Dolahey, the girl with whom he fell in love in a southern town . . . Kilty and Amy accept an invitation to a luncheon party with Jack and Charley, the occasion being the arrival of Charley’s aunt from Brazil . . . sin fails to arrive on lime and Fancourt disguises himself as Charley’s aunt . . . exceedingly serious dilTiculty arises when Lord Fancourt is still in disguise when Charley’s real aunt arrives with her niece, Kla Delahey . . . there is a very happy ending: Jack and Charley marry Kitty and Amy. Fancourt and Kla become engaged, and Charley s real aunt marries Jack’s father. The play is over . . . the lights are turned on . . . the curtains close . . . the audience leaves, praising another successful entertainment . . . another junior play becomes history. Junior C lass I lay: 1% tki Ma orirnn. IIHen iat .. it« t 1 llmiiiay. William Markmail. I.ois Henry, Marilynn Sayre. STAMUMo I IIts r How Mis lirentiageii (ioai'li. Harbara habarelner. Kugene Reuth, Oonaul Haas. Merlin l.embrich. sKCOM HOW: Robert Heger. Merle Koeppei. •AGE FORTY TWO Traffic is jammed . . . doormen are rushed . . . ushers bustle hack and forth . . . heads torn . . . the “First-Nighters ' arrive . . . they settle themselves and wait expectantly . . . there is a bustle and excitement backstage . . . all is part ot the opening night's performance. “Three-Cornered Moon . As the curtain goes up, the audience is quiet . . . the characters become realities . . . then is a great burst of laughter . . . then the audience and characters become lost in the play. The line between trampiillity and uproarinusriess is a very slender one in the Rimplegar household . . . the Rimplegars are a moonstruck, cockeyed family ... in the first act. they are considerably well oil . . . and because they would never think of working, they take out their lunacy in inventing harum-scarum methods id committing suicide . . . suddenly they are penniless . . for Mrs. Rimplegar has invested the family fortune with a margin broker . . . the family is hysterical . . . the children go to work at starvation wages . . . they become a clan with a cause . . . hut a Rimplegar is always the same . . . he never tampers with logic. fieorge Lynch, as Doctor Stevens, tries to keep the family sane . . . Lorraine Venilt as Mrs. Rimplegar . . . Ralph Davis as Douglas . . . Find Meitzner as Kenneth . . . Sue Veternik as Jenny . . . Robert Rentmeester as Kd. . . . Rarbara Rravlon as Klizabeth . . . Jerrv Wagner as Donald . . . and Kvelyn (iunz. as Kitty, all make the play a fast moving, really funny comedy. There is the last round of applause . . . the curtain falls . . . Miss (irenhagen feels pleased . . . she lias directed another successful play . . . a satisfied audience slowly leaves the building . . . cars drive away . . . all is quiet Senior Class Clay: EHO.vi Lorraine Wendt. H� l ert UMi.it Mi-- orenhagen. Oenrgn Waierlmry. Cenrge l.yneh. Hulj� h hnvK Kmll Meitzner. HACK: Kvelyn otiiiz Jerry Wagner, HarPara It ray ton. Sue eternlk. PACE I oil! -THULE To become silver-tongued orators and golden-voiced artists of declamatory is the desire of all those engaged in forensics . . . each year I ho contest in speech is announced and each year a truly enthusiastic group of students express their desire to participate in the speech contests and become more effective in speaking. After the announcement, in the middle of February, of speech activities to take place in March and April, each of the contestants chooses his selection and memorizes it . . . lie learns the correct enunciation and pronunciation . . . lie recognizes the necessity of poise and appearance . . . he stresses the factors which result in correct interpretation . . . Miss (ireuhagen. the able coach, willingly assists these would-be Websters. In this group were Grace Maneek. Helen Stueher. Lois Hoffman. Jo Ann Moen. James lleul. Mary Schiferl. Jerry Wagner, and Gerald Westerman . . . on March 2 . this group partitcipated in the all-school contest . . . Hr. Harriet Grimm from the University of Wisconsin School of Speech was the expert judge . . . those winning recognition were Jerry Wagner in oratory . . . Jo Ann Moen in humorous declamatory and James Held in serious declamation . . . these three are lo represent J.H.S. at the district conference lo be held later at Whitewater. Each speaker felt satisfied with his fine training . . . each speaker was grateful to Miss Grenhagen for her helpful suggestions. Forensics: IRON! Jerry Was...... Jlinuiv Itn.i i I Vl'KIl Mi— ' .rruhninn HAi k rat small.. Mary Srhlferl, Jo Ann Morn. Jacqueline Heiil. Helen Steuber. lirare lUnerk. I.ols lliiiriiiaii. On alii Westerman. PAGE FORTY-FOUR “ Taxation without Representation” meant war . . . that was in 1779 . . . school administration without representation means dissatisfaction . . . that is in 1940 . . . no organization can be fairly or squarely managed without inclusion of a representative hotly . . . that is whv the student council was organized in 1929. Twelve responsible amt popular students make up the council . . . the priority rights go to the seniors, the elders, who have the honor of electing six students . . . the six ready, willing, and able seniors selected were Sue Yetornik. Marion Bender. Virginia Stubbs. Paul Shannon, Loren Stelsc. and Italph Davis . . . each of the underclasses select one hoy and one girl . . . Lois Henry and Merlin Lembrich represented the juniors . . . Hu sophomores chose Dorothy Krusiug and Clarence Auditor . . . the up-and-coming frosh added Helen Serns and Hichard Hernday to the assembly. Student Council activities are decreasing since the N.Y.A. has entered our school . . . caring for the halls, supervising noon recreation activities, and assisting the librarians, are duties now being shared by the latter group . . . during the Christmas season, the Council members decorate the Christmas tree located at the north end of tlie lower corridor . . . through their efforts everyone knows that Christmas is near . . . as the year progresses, each member does his share of work . . . rest assured that the work done by the Student Council is well done, for Mr. Smith is its supervisor. Student C ouncil: AROUND Till TABLE Helen Serns. Marian Bender. Merlin Lcmbnch. Loren Stelsc. 11 ji I [I i Davis. Mr. smith Advisor. Paul Shannon. Sue Veternlk, Dorothy Reusing, Herald estertiiun. Hichard llermlay. PAGE FORTY-FIVE Student Spotlight The Staff . . . Edjtor-in-Chief:— Evelyn Gunz Assistant Editor:— Virginia Stubbs Reporters:— Beatrice Stringer Marion Bender Barbara Mueller Marie Spangler Dorothy Schulz Lois Miller Kathryn Shannon Bob Rentmeester Jane Klug George Waterbury Ralph Davis Virgina Stubbs Kenny Gruennert Violet Regelein Mae Walther Irene Engsberg The story of a budding reporter is a lively one ... he joins the Scribblers Club which meets during the eighth period on Tuesdays . . . meets Miss Henderson, the efficient advisor . . . takes suggestions and instructions from the editor-in-chief. Evelyn Gunz . . . proves that he really is interested in what is in store and then starts to work. He is assigned a topic ... he may interview a teacher concerning the work in her classes . . . he may write a story about some sports, dramatic, forensic, or muscial activity of the week or he may be assigned some feature article . . . after securing the material, he organizes it, writes it and hands it in by the dead-line which is 4 o’clock Wednesday . . . the editor-in-chief examines the article for content and attractive style; the advisor, for correction and revisions . . . the typist types the corrected article . . . Miss Hen-I derson checks it again . . . whereupon, if it is necessary, it may again be re-written and re-checked by the second deadline. Thursday, 4:00 P. M. and re-typed ... on Friday, Mr. Smith censors all stories . . . then, the editor presents the schools news to the Jefferson Banner Office . . . the proofreaders receive the galley proof on Monday . . . that is read and re-checked by the editor and advisor . . . the next time it is seen it is in the Jefferson Banner on page two as “The Student Spotlight.” In this way student life is revealed . . . activities and events are recorded . . . students get acquainted . . . friendships are stimulated . . . and students get practice in journalism. Scribblers Club: STA.NPIV; liar bam Mueller. Leslie Stengel, Jane king. William l.a a er. lolet Hegeleln. Miss Jean Henderson Advisor. Irene Kiig berg. Mae Walllier. Italph Pavla. Jerr Wagner, ucorge Waterbury. .MIDDLE: Dorothy Schulz. Kathryn Shannon. KHo.NT: l.oi Miller, Marie Spangler. Lois Henry. Virginia stubh . Evelyn (lunz. Hubert Itentineester. Kenneth (iruennert. .Marion Mender. ‘AGE KOHTY-SIX room full of “J” staff workers Fhe “J” Staff . . . Editor:—Barbara Brayton. Assistant Editor:—M ary Koser . Business Manager:— George Lynch. Assistant Business Manager:—Emil Meitzner. Faculty:—Edna Hafemann. Helen Gross, Elaine Meyer. Betty Hernday, Marilynn Sayre. Classes :—Lucille Wedl, Genevieve Haag. Grace Ba-neck, Lorraine Wendt. Helen Klettke, Barbara Dabareiner. Helen Statz. Virginia Ambrose, Jane Klug. Bette Graper. Harriet Biedermann. Activities:—Evelyn Gunz. Grace Werner. Margaret Shannon. Dorothy Schulz. Margaret Hennen, Helen Steuber. Margaret Braun. Sara Miller. Marion Bender. Art:—Cyril Elgas, Wanda Houghton. Athletics:—R a 1 p h Davis, Jerry Wagner, Merlin Lem-brich, Robert Rentmeester, Joe Burnett, Robert Statz, George Hanover, Henry Clark, Everett Reese, Sue Veternik, Marion Miller. Alumni:—Beatrice Stringer, Betty Stark. Typist s:—Harriet Lem-brich, June Roessler, Ruth Olson, Anna Belle Koch. I lours of concentration . . . days of planning . . . weeks of working . . . and months of activity formed the background for Jefferson’s 1940 “J” . . . artists, photographers, and reporters needed imagination, knowledge, and ability . . . they designed. judged, and accepted or rejected the cover designs or division pages . . . photographers took, re-took, developed, and printed snapshot after snapshot . . . reporters pried into the private lives of individuals . . . they became society reporters, sports reporters, or feature writers at will . . . guiding the reporters, artists, and photographers at all times were Miss Kline, faculty advisor . . . Barbara Brayton, editor-in-chief . . . Mary Koser. assistant edi-tor-in-chief . . . George Lynch, business manager . . . Emil Meitzner, assistant business manager. The staff went modern this year . . . dedicating the annual to the community . . . choosing school life, as it is in reality, in its written and photographic theme . . . writing the editorials in a more arresting informal style of sentence structure. Teacher and student worked shoulder to shoulder . . . fresh- man helped junior . . . senior assisted sophomore . . . the result: original ideas, combined talents, noticeable harmony, lots of fun . . . new in Jefferson but older in other communities, was the plan begun this year . . . this year’s “J” is edited and published by the outstanding students of Jefferson High School . . . not just seniors alone, but juniors, sophomores, and freshmen did their bit . . . high scholastic qualifications, a willingness to co-operate, and individual interest in certain features of school life decided the selection of the individual and the work he was to do . . . the advantage of this plan rests in the fact that there will be experienced members on the “J” staff each year . . . that those with ability will be given the opportunity to express themselves in another field . . . that only those who want to work receive the experience .. .that it is an honor to merit the recognition of appointment to the staff. To Mr. Smith for his splendid handling of the finances ... to Mr. Ullrich for his willing assistance and time in helping with the photography ... to Miss Kline for her suggestions in the direction of our yearbook . . . the students of J.H.S. offer their sincere appreciation. «,K roHT'V SEVK.N “Always at your service” . . . J w are the quiet, and friendly student librarians who are always willing to be of assistance to everyone . . . nothing chagrins them . . . they go about their duties capably and efficiently ■ • • ably arranging the daily papers . . . checking out books to the students . . . tiling index cards in alphabetical order . . . gelling the new books stumped and ready for circulation . . . answering the endless inquiries of fellow classmates endeavoring lo meet their demands. Kadi period finds a new face . . . there is personality and character seated behind the desk . . . carrying on their duties with great ease . . . demonstrating their ability in locating books of reference . . . keening the shelves neatly arranged adds not only to the reputation of tin school but also to the individual accomplishments of the librarians themselves as well. (treat credit is due to the girls who give their leisure time to increasing the elliciency of this institution . . . presenting to everyone the opportunity to increase his educational opportunities and . . . last, but not least, our gratitude goes to Miss Kline, faculty librarian . . . many of her priceless hours go to instructing and giving advice to those who work with her. We cannot overestimate the value of the library . . . and those who make the sacrifice necessary to maintain this good work . . . beneficial it is lo students and faculty members alike. Librarians: Helen kleltke. I.o -tin- Wedl. Helen stenltei. Iiulli ols.m, Lorraine Wendt. Izula Petty. Lois Miller. Miss kiltie Advisor; Beatrice Stringer- SKATE I : OoroUl.v Schulz, Mildred Moldetihaiier, Bette draper, Grace Werner. Myra Seitz. Laura lluppert. | AGE EOIITV EIGHT . . . new as a puncture proof tire . . . more important than the foreign situation . . . that’s the (lamera Club . . . snap, develop, print . . . swish through the developer . . . watch the picture's appear in hypo . . . wash them clean with water . . . dry them on ferrotype plates . . . there you have them .. . general pictures, personal pictures, annual pictures. The group organized under the capable directorship of Mr. Ullrich . . . the club hit a new high in results . . . more candid cameras clicked . . . the craze was satisfied . . . they elected officers . . . Merlin Lembrich became president; Lois Henry, vice-president; Sara Miller, secretary-treasurer . . . every Wednesday at 3:30 they assembled . . . paid five cents a week as dues; to pay partially for materials they used . . . the science laboratory’s storeroom, equipped with sinks, tables, plumbing facilities, and chemical supplies, served as a dark room. Students became informed about different types of cameras . . . correct ways of taking pictures . . . methods of enlarging and framing: all phases of photography . . . the eventual desire of all members is to become like professionals PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB: . . . SEATED: Lois Henry, Amy Radtke. Geraldine Baum- gard, STANDING: Ralph Heilemann, John Meinel, Harold Lambrecht, Mr. Ullrich, Advisor, Howard Zilge, Gerald Spangler. Farold Heine. Shirley Hebbe, Gordon Schultz, June Durkee, Dorothy Lloyd, Sara Miller, Barbara Brayton, Mary Koser, Merlin Lembrich, Thomas Seitz. Popular as a “Sloppy Joe” . . . l r,E FOHTY NINE Dimes, dimes aiul nioro attiies . . . everywhere students are fumbling In their pockets, purses, and lockers for ihe desired coins ... it is Tuesday morning • . . die day they pay their student activity fee . . . no one wants to mis a Friday aftern M n actlvit program, he it musical, dramatic, or liandicraf. . Ill addition, this student activity Tee entitle each one to an annual, to admission to all athletic frames, lectures, and class plays. I he White Russian singers, under the direction 'Ustrls W'ithol. presented the first program 0,1 October . . . Russian folk dances added color to the program. Entertaining and Instructive was the illustrated lecture given by Walter van li itsma on � vem b« r In . . . “Wings oxer America in natural color was more wonderful than we imagined. November 27 was tin date set aside for Ralph Jackson and his “Seeing Eye dog . . . the inspiring story or a courageous struggle against blind ness and a loyal dog s guidance into a newer life made us appreciate our fortune, our eyes. In seven scenes. Ethel Hanley and her marionette-. presented the story. “Sliow While and the Seven Dwarfs” . . that was on December is . . . again, the student body was more than entertained. On February Ainory II. Waite. Jr. related to us his thrilling ex| erience. -With Admiral Hyrd at I.title America . . . Waite wa- with Admiral Byrd and showed us the clothing lie wore in Little America . . . thi- was an enjoyaide lllu -strated lecture. I.. Verne Slout and His Theatre Workshop held tlie attention or all with a splendid dramatic program consisting of the comedy. “Her Husband's Ghost ”, a scene from “Rip Van Winkle , and a scene from shake-peare’s. “Taming of the Shrew” . . . before our very eyes the transformation from the “man’ to the “part” look place. The Blue Danube Trio brightened the morn nig or April 4 with vocal selections of operatic merit . a dramatic -cene from the life of Johann Strauss coiiclud d a most enjoyable program. These programs, obtained from the Wisconsin Extension Department, furnished entertainment and cultural advancement to Jefferson High School indent- who felt that their dimes were well j spent. Jitterbugging in the jumping Jive of liuhe Shouiitli and his rhythm raisers proved to lie fun. arter sundown, for the hep cats . . . old acquaintances were renewed . . . new ones were born at this first mixer on September lf . . . If there were any tired feet, 110 one knew it . . . everyone had a glorious time. Not every year d.ies the fiN� ti.all team heat Lake, so the Homecoming Dance on the evening or the Lake Mills Jefferson game turned out to he a victory dance . . . winners and losers jitterhugged to the swing of popular Babe Sho,lath's hand ... it was a “Dutch treat night, hut the pop, ice cream, and candy were all gone by 10:30. Freshman girls were given the third degree . . . at the G.A.A. initiation on October I :i . . walking barefooted across a floor covered with hickory nuts . . . and receiving an over-dose of make-up did very little toward dampen ng ihe spirits of the neophytes or active members . . . dancing and refreshments keep girls’ spirits merry. Next to the prom, the Magazine Party rates as the “I must attend” party . . . every seller of a magazine 111 the magazine campaign Is there . . every slacker Is requested m sta at home . . same hand: Babe Shonath. same entertainment: dancing provides the entertainment . . . experts at salesmanship receive their awards . . . everyone left feeling happy. The spotlight Sweater swirl was the next affair to which all students were Invited . . . smart skirts, pleated or Hared . . . colorful “sloppy Joes.” and peppy pullovers were everywhere In evidence . . earlier in the evening, all re|K rters were feted at the Scribblers Club banquet. A footha'I minded town appreciated a championship ■ team . . . the Botary and Hus.ness Men’s Clubs entertained them with a -plendtd banquet . . . each lettcrman I received a gold rootball award . ami the coveted Bock Valley trophy cup became the property of Jefferson High School . . . three cheers for the team. A Band Mothers' Club pre-prom benefit dance was the next occasion for tr.ppmg the light fantastic . . . Kueti | ler’s Ithythm king' furnished -wing for the Jitterbugs ... schoitisches and two steps were feature attractions. Ice cream and chill were the refreshments on sale at the «i.A.A. dance . . . dancing was to records. Pre-prom matinee dances, to the music of Malcolm Houghton's ever growing in-|Nipularlty dame hand, provided the music for those who knew how to dance and those who were learning how . . . crowds grew larger each night . . . Jefferson's youth arc dance-minded. And then came the prom . . . beautiful, lovely, iierfect 111 every detail . . . “At the End of the Kainhow’’ . . . the night or nights . . . the dreams or the Juniors had come true . . I hank you. Miss Banklii, for your cleverness and originality in conceiving such unusual Junior Proms. The end or the year brought dances, picnics, and parties . . each a pleasure in itseir . . . and so. the social life of j.ll.S. again leaves happy memories. PltoM DECOHATIMJ COMMITTEE: STANDING: Shirley Hayes. Margaret Braun. Merlin Lembrich. SITTING: Joan Frledel, Dorothy Propp. Marilyn Savre, Dorothv Schulz. Miss Bankiii. PAGE FIFTY All hail to Mr. l llricli ami liis stall' of businessmen . . . . truly businessmen, for they publicize all school activities ami sell tickets to all school affairs . . . . 'luring the football season they post themselves al the several entrances to the park .... soon disappointing all prospective gate-crashers . . . . no sooner is tin football season over, than these ticket sellers station themselves al the doors of the local gym .... or auditorium, and sell tickets to concerts, plays, dances, and other school affairs .... one seldom realizes the important part they play in the school system .... quietly developing llieir personalities through their contact with other people .... and going about their thankless jolts willingly and unassumingly. During the year the publicity department announces the activities of the school to the public .... the success of these activities depends largely upon the work of these several fellows .... they distribute the posters in the school and at several points of vantage throughout the city .... they advertise the great event of the year, the ‘Junior I'rom not only in the city hut in surrounding communities as well .... they keep Ihe two electric signs in Fischer’s Pharmacy and in the high school up-to-date .... in their own way they do their hit toward making each school affair a success. TICKET SEI.IJCHS llaiol'l l.ambrerbt, Thomas Seitz. Jimmy Ren I. Rat MrCuiie. Roman Kopinski, l« rlm l.embrirh. Kind Meltzner, Ralph Heilemann. Donald Strelm. on shimmering jello .... cream puffs lighter than air .... rich caramel and date pudding .... tasty salmon patties .... creamy chipped beef on toast .... just a glimpse at Ihe extra-delicious dishes . . . . served in the home economics room from Christmas to Faster. First big test .... twenty below zero, and over a ford of snow . . . . result .... same as usual .... good eats .... a smooth running system . . . . everyone co-operating . . . . marching past tables laden with nutritious food .... making selections .... and the greatest feat, balancing trays, cafeteria style . . . . paying as you leave .... efficient . . . . yes, and convenient also. Teachers ami students in one big rush . . . no place for weak kneed here .... what's that noise . . . . one-third of the school population rushing down the basement way. Capable advisor and director Miss Fdwards, who plans menus, economically directs production, and supervises each detail scrupulously .... and her co-operative assistants, the girls in the home economics department, d e s e r v e recognition of vv o r k splendidly done . . . keep up the good work. I'nhappy ending .... Faster vacation .... another gold star for the home economics department. rviiE nrrv one Rock Valley Champions Athletics Boy s and Q ir I s Football . Basketball Intramural ('ml f Kit teulmll Seasonal Sports . Tapping Club . . . . Tumbling ...... Archery PAGE FIFTY THREE “To the victor belong the spoils” FOOTBALL SQUAD—BACK: Jack Mueller, Paul Frohmader, Patrick McCune, Douglas Pitzner. Paul Hauser, Quentin Copeland, Richard Radtke. William Jung. Marvin Hauser. Clarence Peterson, Ray Griffin, Robert Fischer, Lloyd Voss, Russell Hansen— THIRD ROW: Coach Hager, John Garity, Ralph Kexel, Donald Plymesser, George Lynch. Howard Krueger, Ralph Seidel, Earl Gross, George Hanover. Paul Shannon. Jack Hosely. Cyril Elgas, Joseph Wollet, Leo Maiberger, Robert Serns, Richard Bieder-man. Jerry Wagner SECOND ROW: Assistant Coach Stewart, Gerald Kexel, Robert Statz. Clifford Smillie, Robert Rentmeester, Loren Stelse, Ralph Davis, Dean Schultz, Howard Zilge, Kenneth Gruennert, Everett Reese, Lewis Shannon, Donald Chwala. William Markgraff—FIRST ROW: Robert Gerhardt, Harold Lambrecht. Donald Sieg-ler, Russell Tews, Rudy Kuzmich. Loran Huppert, Calvin Krause. Oscar Beale. Stewart Neuman, Kenneth Tessman, Gerald Westerman. FOOTHAL1 Opponent Place 1 lelavan Here (lainhrhlge Here Luke Mills Here Whitewater Here Milton There Kvansville There Rrodhead There SCHI- :m i A 1 late We They Sept . 15 19 0 Sept oo 12 0 Sept . 29 18 14 Oct. G 19 0 Oct. 13 28 6 Oct. 20 to 0 Oct. 27 34 0 CO.M'KIIK.NCK ST AMH NOS Teams Won Lost Point: Jefferson 5 0 1 IMH Lake Mills + 1 SIH Kvansville 3 o 0 Milton 2 3 40( Whitewate r 1 4 20i Hrmiltcad 0 5 IMH PAGE FIFTY-FOUR Pennant winners, rugged champions, the boast of the Mock Valley Longue . . . fast, hardy, and skillful ... a well rounded machine ... a line that could take it and dish it out” . . . a backfleld of stars feared throughout the league ... a team anxious to do battle. The immortal eleven make history . . . sixteen senior lettermen. ten of them as regulars, engrave their names in gold letters upon its pages . . . “tiabby” and Hutch”. the ends, proved fast and furious . . . •'(ins and “Kenny , as tackles, bulwarks iu the line . . . ■'Corby” and • Stud”, guards, mainsprings in the offense . . . butch”, the determined ami steady center . . . and the Four Horsemen”. Hlomlie”. Squeak”. Hob”, and Cliff , as the backfleld. did the rest . . . on call, Canary”, Murphy”. Tim , tty . Smokey”, and Speedy , did their bit . . . all line men with line qualities. fo Coach Hager and to his assistant. Mr. Stewart, go the laurels . . . their strategy, quick thinking, and superiority aided Hie group to whom taking suggestions and acting co-operatively came natural. To a football-minded town came victory ... to all. a feeling of success ... to those who follow, a desire to keep that trophy in our possession always. On to ictorv PAUL FIFTY-FIVE Pity the Pigskin SHANNON, LEWIS . . . One of the most popular seniors, “Squeak” managed to be where he was needed most . . . from his position of fullback, he helped defeat his opponents . . . possessed an uncanny sense of deciphering his opponent’s plays . . . was a senior regular and a one year letterman. Tiff with the pigskin pushers from the W isconsin School of the I leaf at Delavan starts football season . . . entire squad sees plenty of action . . . no day for football: hot and sweltering . . . Smillie tallies initial points on the third play of the game . . . repeats performance in tin same half . . . Davis makes last marker in the third quarter . . . with six first downs apiece, the locals piled up 1(H) yards to til) of their opponents . . . living up to pre-season predictions, the Jeffs emerge victors. STELSE. LOREN “Gus” covered a lot of territory ... in his position of right tackle, he came through on top . . . smashed his opponents in a manner marvelous to observe ... a good player who was a good sport . . . ended his pigskin days as a three year letterman. HANOVER, GEORGE Playing always for victory. “Tim” strove only for the best . . . another senior who showed his desire to make good . . . unassumingly aided his team-mates . . . played left guard . . . ended his football days as a one year letterman. REESE. EVERETT •Gabby” or “Hankus Phidaelus” to our Lake Mills friends was a two year letterman ... he saw and loved plenty of action . . . was a hard lighter who consistently played a good game . . . a good sport at all times ... in him our coach’s faith was justified. SHANNON. PAUL . . A scrapper who played left guard . . . when intrusted with a job, he came through ... he lived and loved football . . . like Napoleon, though small in stature, he did great things. PAGE FIFTY-SIX Krai ns -|- Brawn = Success JKFFKKSOX . . . 12 CAMBMIIK1K . . . A crack Norwegian tram invades our camp . . . playing a sluggish firs) half, the Hagernien com ' hack with superior blocking in the second . . . Smillie again chalks up two markers . . . begin to look like champs . . . the lighting Norse fight to the very end . . . lose1 to superior hall handling. .IKFFKRSOX IX LAKK MILLS... 14 Crisp snappy football weather . . . homecoming game . . . traditional rivalry demands revenge from the Blue and Cold . . . both teams after a championship . . . forward wall holds . . . Lake s aerial circus clicks . . . Jell's recover fumble . . . Maiberger breaks over for the first touchdown . . . repeat the performance and recover a second fumble; Smillie goes over the line for the second score . . . Cruennert comes forward in the fourth quarter, recovers punt, and Smillie goes for the third marker . . . gun goes off. . . none too soon. KRl'EGER. HOWARD . . . “Canary” had many chances to show his good sports manship and fine playing ability . . . playing right guard, he paved the way for touchdowns with low, hard blocking . . . another one year letterman. ELGAS, CYRIL . . His size had nothing to do with his quality . . . “Cy” played halfback . . . though not a regular, he was a one year letter-man . . . plenty of scrap in him . . . always did his duty well. WAGNER. JERRY . . . The senior manager of the team . . . “Mercury was always on the spot when wanted . . . his good management did its part in helping the team to victory . .. kept the affairs of the team in perfect order . . . was never known to shirk a responsibility. CHVVALA. DONALD ... As left halfback. “Blondie” w a s a great factor on the gridiron. ..a born scrapper . . . made life on the field interesting when he had the ball . . . fought constantly with determined resolution and persistent fortitude. [•AUK lilts -SEVEN Goodbye forever We came, we fought, we conquered .1 EFFERSt � N . . . I ! WHITEWATER ... 0 (Junkers primed for an upset, take to air in vain......lefTersou defense proves impregnable ...another piping hoi day.. vicious blocking by Davis. Shannon, and Statz for Smillie's touchdowns in the first and third periods......piled up lb first downs to W hitewater’s b. totaling 195 yards to their opponents' 55......running attack clicks .....hopes for championship loom high. JKhTKRSON . . . 28 MILTON . . . b Ranking favorites, tin Ifiue and White invade Milton and put on a spectacular show under the floodlights.......Lhwala’s run sets the stage for action; Smillie comes through with first score......Ohwala’s ( 3 yard run gets hall to Smillie who makes a perfect field goal....... Staiz intercepts a pass and runs 97 yards for another touchdown........ linemen come through beautifully........Smillie and Shannon add glory with two more touchdowns..........dropkick featured........entire game proves thrilling with its sensational runs........hopes begin to soar higher ..... on to victory. SMILLIE. CLIFFORD . . The touchdown maker of the conference . . . the conference’s outstanding player, “Cliff” came through with an excellent performance in each game ... as a two year letterman and the only junior regular, he can be called upon for even greater deeds next year . . . his brilliant runs and keen thinking have made him another of our reasons for victory. SCHULTZ. I) E A N . . . Dutch’s” combi nation of brain and brawn helped pull the team out of many a tight spot . . . played regular center for two of his four years of high school . . . concluded his football career as a two year letter-man . . . went out for victory and usually got it. MAIBERGER LEO . . . Flash” came to Jefferson from Fort and proved himself a mighty tough customer ... as fullback he became a one year letterman . . . should add laurels to himself next year . . . conclusion about him: about as easy to move as the Rock of Gi-bralter. ZILGE. HOWARD . . . “Stud” played left guard . . . was a two year letterman . . . will be rememb e r e d for his speed and power to awe his opponents, for he literally tore them apart . . . another senior who will be missed. PACE FIFTY EIGHT And they still wear the same hat size! JEFFERSON ... 10 EVANSVILLE ... 0 A drizzling ruin does nothing to dampen the spirits of tlie fans or players . . . deciding game of the year . . . both teams are tied for championship . . . play at Evansville . . . all are tense . . . score is 0-0 at tlie half . . . Reese and Zilge recover as Evansville fumbles . . . Smillie split the upright with a drop-kick . . . Statz proves sensational in a to yard run and an eventual touchdown . . . Shannon makes the extra point . . . the veterans, Stelse and (iruenuert at tackle, Davis at guard, Schultz at center, and Reese at end, shine . . . sixth straight victory for .1. H. S. . . . championship in sight. JEFFERSON . . . 34 RRODHEAD . . . Last game for eleven swell seniors . . . Smillie makes two touchdowns. points and all . . . Lewis Shannon follows with one, Rent-meester with two . . . outstanding play: Rentmeester’s 00 yard run made possible by blocking of Wollet and Stelse for the final score . . . Coach Hager substituted freely . . . never a full strength team out . . . final game proves costly: Smillie breaks a leg. Davis receives a head injury, and (iruenuert. leg bruises . . . win 34-0 . . . undisputed champions of the Rock Valley League. The Power Behind the Throne WOLLET. JOE . . play- ing center, “Roundy though not a regular, gave a good account of himself on the gridiron . . . constantly giving his best at all times, he is expected to help “bring home the bacon” again next year . . . earned one year letter-man recognition as a junior. DAVIS. RALPH . . the only four year letter-man on the squad . . . played right guard . . . one of those fellows who did the tough work . . . his motto: “the tougher they come, the better I like them.” . . . “Corby meant danger to his opponents. LYNCH. GEORGE . one of Sullivan's “fightin’ Irish” who did his best whenever he was needed . . . didn’t play as a regular, but became a one-year let-terman as a result of his efforts . . . played right tackle . . . “Murphy was a senior. PAGE PIETY NINE Goal-diggers GRUENNERT, KENNETH .an all-conference caliber left tackle ... as a hard fighter and clean player, “Toad” soon proved himself one of the mainstays of the team ... a three year letterman and a big reason for the championship . . . the more difficult the game, the harder he played . . . the Samson of the team maybe the hair cut helped in that case, though. STATZ. ROBERT . . . when called upon to fight, “Sleepy” certainly nothing his nickname implied, presented some ideas that would baffle any team in the conference . . . a gentleman who played a splendid game . . . made a name for himself for unusually long runs . . . was a two year letterman who played fullback. Whv il happened Builder of Men FOOTBALL “The training, adaptability, perseverance, and Ihe desire for success of the personnel of any group of individuals w ill determine largely the amount of progress or success that that group will attain. The personnel of this year s team was notcworthv in that it was composed of men who had from two to four years experience. Seventeen of these boys had reported each fall for practice for the past three and four years. They were a group of boys who set out from the first night with a determination to acouire and perfect fundamentals. They were w illing to learn through experience and to note the changing situations presented in each game. They exhibited an individual desire for clean play and for coach cooneration with hut one view point: that of machine perfection. HUGH STEWART . . assistant coach of athletics . . . director of boys’ physical education ... is a polished athlete ... a lover of all sports . . a modest and unassuming example for young manhood. IWUE SIXTY Our heroes RENTMEESTER, ROBERT ... as a senior and two year letterman, “Butch did an excellent job of filling his position of right end ... his “go gettum spirit and loquacious tendencies did much to keep the team on its rocky road to fame ... he was nothing less than “T. N. T.” on the loose. HOSLEY, JACK . . “Hosel has one more year to play football and develop into a great field general . . . clever and witty ... as a one year letterman, he showed plenty of pluck and scrap . . . his motto: I'll get the big ones, gang. The hoys realized llmt this was the year to secure recognition, for championship teams are not yearly allairs. Football is one of those sports in which tin individuals become unified as a group after several years of hard work. With this aim in view, with an individual ability to perform and complete assignments, and with a desire for self-improvement, the coaches fell hopeful for the future. Voice of Experience 1 The season, of course, was a great success, in that we won all games played, and. consequently, the conference championship. —Carl .1. Hager. Iii Recognition FOOTBALL HANOI FT The JelTerson Citizens' Association and the Hotary Club feted the 193!) Champions of the Hock Valley League . . . the Jefferson High School Football team ... at a banquet on Wednesday. November 33 . . . in recognition of their fine work, tlie two organizations presented each letterman with a gold football award . . . Mr. K. L. Means, athletic director of Iteloit College, was the speaker of the evening . . . thank you. citizens, for the interest shown in our team ... it has helped us over the rough spots and cheered us on to victory. CARL J. HAGER . . . Dean of the Rock River Valley grid mentors . . . coach of the '40 championship football team . . . trainer of the basketball squad ... is a sportsman and leader of outstanding ability and a friend to all boys. r.v K s: tv-oxk ictories preferred MASKKTHALLSCHKDlLR ( IppOllPIlt IMaee Date We They Delavan There Nov. :28, 39 13 53 CONFKHKNCI «: st AN DINGS (Cambridge There 1 tee. 5, Id 27 Teams W on L ost Points Whitewater Here 1 tee. 0, 1 1 23 Waterloo There Dec. 12, 15 27 Lake Mills 10 0 1.000 Lake Mills There Dee. 15, 3 3d Evansville 8 2 .800 Waterloo Here Dee. 19, 12 19 Whitewater d 4 .000 Brodhead Here Dee. 21, 35 25 Kvansville There .1 a n. 12, ’40 19 21 .1 elTerson 2 8 .200 Milton Here Jan. IS, 25 80 Milton t’nion o 8 .200 Whitewater There Jan. 2d. 21 30 Brodhead 2 8 .200 take Mills Here Feb. • 17 35 Brodhead There Feb. s. 13 14 Evansville Here Feb. Id, 15 2d Milton There Feb. 22 30 1? BASKETBALL SQUAD—OUTSIDE: Lewis Shannon, Dean Schultz, Robert Statz, Everett Reese, Clifford Smillie, Ralph Davis, John Garity—INSIDE: Kenneth Gruen-nert, Robert Rentmeester, Lloyd Voss. PAGE SIXTY TWO Trying always counts UKLAVAN . .1EFFERS t.N 53 13 The first game . . . the maroon and white try for victory . . . the highly rated Delavan hoys control the twill handling most d' the lime . . . we lose the game to our opponents. Big Chiefs—A Heap of Guarding. Top; Shannon, Gruennert, Davis. Inset: Mr. Stewart, Mr. Hager. Cambridge... 27 jefferson ... te I'lie second game, with Cambridge, was a rough and tumble affair . . . the boys hadn’t |iiite forgotten football . . . plenty id' fight. . . plenty of noise . . . out fora victory, bid got a defeat instead. WHITEWATER ... 23 JEFFERSON ... 1 I Again, a game t hit I counts . . . played on the home court . . . White-water takes a short lead . . . Jeffs free throws go amuck . . . local power not apparent . . . fail to come through ... a Quaker victory. WATERLOO ... 27 JEFFERSON ... 15 Locals play game at Waterloo . . . foul frequently . . . it's a fast game . . . opponents click from the start . . . exhibit a brilliant defense which leaves Jefferson helpless . . . prove superior and chalk up another victory. LAKE MILLS . . . 36 JEFFERSON ... 3 Traditional rivals vow to get revenge for football defeat . . . Hugermen journey there . . . seem stage struck . . . the whole fracas is Lake . . . their brilliant scoring and keen playing outwit the locals . . . make but one free throw and one field goal. WATERLOO ... 10 JEFFERSON ... 12 Jeffs, pre-game favorites, play hosts to Waterloo . . . take early lead . . . show fine lloor work . . . foul too often . . . opponents turn on pressure . . . gain the lead . . . surge ahead to clinch the game. BRODHEAlt . . . 25 JEFFERSON ... 37 Quintette from Brodhead are held scoreless . . . it's the first victory in the cage race . . . Reese scores 1 I tallies . . . more cooperation is apparent . . . boys click . . . our hopes mount higher. EVANSVILLE . . . 2 JEFFERSON ... 10 The thriller of the season . . . played on (lie Evansville court . . . ends at the half I i to 7 for Jefferson . . . the lead is lint temporary . . . it’s a fight neck and neck all through the game . . . two regulars go out on personals . .. rough and tumble affair . . . the offence is weakened . . . score at random . . . scores by the Blue and White in the final period bring defeat of locals. PAiiK SIXTY TIIHKK Lee was defeated, too MILTON . ..30 .IKFFERSON . . . 25 Invade local gym in a fast game . . . Jeffs take early lead ... lie at eight different occasions . . . lose il at half . . . invaders snap np the rebounds . . . hold a five point leud until the gnu sounds. WHITEWATER . . . 30 JEFFERSON ... 21 Locals invade tin slippery W hitewater court . . . proves to he a whirlwind game . . . free throws keep scores close . . . lose regulars on fouls . . . enemy burst of speed in the third quarter . . . end hopes for victory. LAKH MILLS . . . 30 JEFFERSON ... IT The Blue and White again raise havoc with the locals . . . better showing than in previous encounter . . . nineteen out of thirty-six fouls called on the hopeless “maroons” . . . the local five are trounced . . . u monotonous game. WAGNER. JERRY . . . the loyal manager . . . and Mr. Hager’s right hand man . . . recorded the condition and location of all basketball equipment . . . kept accurate records. REESE. EVERETT . . . capable center on the first team lineup . . . “Gabby” a good-natured senior, loved competition. RENTMEESTER. ROBERT ... as a forward, “Butch” d i d some nice ball-handling . . . won letters in basketball for two years . . . enjoyed every minute of the fight. GRITENNERT. KENNETH . . . rough and tough. ‘‘Toad made fouls his specialty another senior who played guard. SHANNON. LEWIS . . . the pride of the Irish . . . used his splendid double quick action to play guard . . . “Squeak” was a senior. PAGE SIXTY-FOLK Mil and Miss mtOMIKAI’ ... I .1KFFKHSON ... 13 A liciirf breaker of a game . . . Jo IT's first quartet scnr-ini; spirit fails to last . . . inability to make shots from the charity line p r o v e s disastrous . . . Jefferson is cellar bound. KVANSYILLK . . . 20 Taking it Easy Back: Statz, Shannon, Reese. Front: Davis. JKFFKHSON ... 15 Last game of tin season played on the home floor . . . the “maroons’' fail to click . . . Smillie is high-scorer for local five with seven points . . . Kvansville's offense proves superior . . . local defeat. DAVIS. RALPH . . . This dri b b 1 i n g Dutchman often mistook leather for pigskin . . . “Corby” was a letterman both in his junior and senior year ... he played forward. MILTON.........17 JKFFKHSON . . . 30 Final game in cage race turns out most exciting . . . play in the Milton gym . . . tie scores through first half . . . begin to pick up . . . Hutch ' comes t h r o u g h with I 2 tallies . . . (inbby and “Cliff also star . . . game ends ... a triple tie for the “cellar spot for Milton. Hrodhead and Jefferson. STATZ, ROBERT . . . ‘‘Sleepy ’ earned two letters in basketball, one last year and one this year... played guard with ability ... a dependable fellow who did a 11 he could. SCHULTZ, I) E A N Lefty”, a senior guard, liked to shoot the long ones from the center of the floor . . . usually calm, cool and collected. SMILLIE. ( Ml I OKI) . . . With three years of experience with the regulars. “Cliff”, proved that he came from the ranks quickly ...played for-w a r d . . . has speed and natural ability. VOSS. LLOYD . . As a fighter to the flnish, “Lloy-die”, proved h i s loyalty ... a junior forward whose good floor work will be seen again next year. PAGE SIXTY-FIVE “In spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love,” . . . ... so says the poet . . . but in J.H.S. the line should be. “In spring a young man’s fancy seriously turns to thoughts of golf” . . . for twenty mashie wielders, putting artists, and driving specialists answer the summons, “fore” . . . those twenty are Robert Statz, Robert Rentmeester, Jerry Wagner, Clifford Smillie. Kenneth Stroh-busch, William Jung, Raymond Griffin, William Markgraff, Harold Lambrecht, George Waterbury. Quentin Copeland, Jimmy Reul, Donald Seigler, Paul Hauser, Gerald Westerman. Marvin Hauser, Patrick McCune, Russell Tews, Donald Clark, and Robert Fischer . . . the largest turn-out for golf in many years. Weather conditions this spring prevented the usual elimination contests ... so, on the basis of previous experience, the five, chosen by Coach Hager to represent the high school were Robert Statz, Robert Rentmeester, Clifford Smillie, Raymond Griffin, and William Markgraff. With the schedule of matches already decided, it looks as if the program will be both busy and promising. The schedule of matches is: Date Opponent Place April 30 Whitewater City High There May 10 Lake Mills There May 15 Fort Atkinson Here May 17 Lake Mills Here May 28 W'hitewater City High Here May 29 Fort Atkinson There Hopes are high for the locals who anticipate playing in the state tournament at Beloit on May 31 and June 1 . . . the increased interest and participation in golf in recent years gives reason to believe that sport one of the spring and summer favorites. COLF THAW: William MarkgralT. Hay CrtfTIn. Robert Statz. Hubert R nlm« � ster. Clifford Smillie. RASKRAIJ. Batter. Howard .litre, raicher, Oeorge Waterbury. SIDELINES: Franklin Doeberetner. Calvin Krause, Walter Weigel, James Vogel. Wilbur Knrtman. Hubert Finley. James Schlesl. Joe Hurnett, Kenneth Kiehel. hean Kramer. Mr. Stewart. No mayor on hand to pitch the first ball ... no brass band to blare out the notes of “The Star Spangled Banner” ... no thirty thousand fans to rave and rant ... to cheer and boo . . . but in their stead 90 of Jefferson High School’s huskiest sluggers . . . sign up for action . . . the baseball season gets under way with a flying start. Seven popular major league teams . . . major, in name only, . . . furnish competition ... a crop of fresh rookies, making their debut in baseball . . . plus the reliable, sturdy veterans . . . selected senior captains . . . composed of the following teams: Reds— Squeak” Shannon. Tigers—“Toad” Gruennert. Yankees—“Blondie” Chwala. White Sox—“Smokey” Shannon. Cardinals—“Gus” Stelse. Red Sox—“Gabby” Reese. Cubs—“Sleepy” Statz. Daily games, played at noon, cause plenty of excitement . . . hits, runs, errors: all come in for their share of cheering, booing and raving . . . each noon there’s a different game . . . each noon hopes mount . . . and the schedule, as per May 1, announces the present scores and future contests: Reds ......I Tigers .... 3 Cards Cubs ......I While Sox.. 3 Yanks Hod Sox ...5 Cardinals ..I Hods Cubs ......I rigors ....3 While Sox Heel Sox ...2 Yanks 2 Yanks Cards ......3 While Sox. .2 Cards Reds .......2 Cubs .......I Yanks Cards .....I Tigers ... .7 Tigers While SOX..0 Yanks 3 Reds Reds Red Sox Tigers Cubs Red SOX Cubs Tigers Cards Red Sox Cubs While Sox Cards Red Sox Yanks While Sox Games will go on long after this story goes to press . . . the best team will win the championship . . . but they must not forget, in their hour of triumph, the man who made the ball club . . . the efficient and capable general manager and advisor, Mr. Stewart . . . through whose guidance the baseball season ended with success. PACE SIXTY SIX Boys, boys, more boys . . . tall and short, muscle-bound and otherwise . . . meet three times weekly to build the “body beautiful” . . . under the competent direction of Mr. Hugh Stewart, director of physical education, who puts them all “through their paces” . . . they get plenty of exercise . . . some of our handsomest athletes swing from ropes, struggling to prove that Darwin was all wrong . . . others twist their agile bodies in tumbling and pyramid building . . . still others try to perfect advanced work in gymnastics. Then, for variety, there’s basketball . . . what wouldn’t J.H.S. give for a winning basketball squad . . . but every boy can go out for intramural basketball . . . and almost every one did . . . five teams participated, but “Purdue,” led by Captain Stelse, came through with four wins and one loss . . . though impressive, that rating was not attained without a struggle . . . members on the team were: Loren Stelse, Billie MarkgrafT, Howard Krueger, Marvin Hauser, Gerald Kexel, Clarence Auchter, Wilbur Kortman, and George Freson . . . Ralph Kexel (Indiana) was high scorer with 26 points, and Howard Krueger (Purdue), a close second with 22. Captains Teams Won Lost Stelse (Purdue) 4 1 Lynch (Iowa) 3 2 Strohbusch (Indiana) 2 2 Burnett (Northwestern) 2 2 Clark (Ohio) 0 4 Inter-class games followed immediately . . . the best non-league basketeers formed their teams for the tournament between classes . . . the juniors, pre-game underdogs, came through, carrying their class to victory . . . the seniors landed a surprised third bowing to the lordly sophomores. With the approach of warm weather, kit-tenball players gathered on the field . . . hoping to get the much-needed practice and publicity that did so much toward acquiring the desired position on one of the intramural teams. Spring became early summer . . . and each boy regretted the culmination of a program for boys followed and enjoyed by all. IN r HA Ml HAL CHAMPION'S: G« rald Kexel. Loren Stelse. Clarence Allfhter. Howard Krueger. Marvin Hauser. PING-PONG ENTHUSIASTS: Joe Burnett. Emil MHtzner. Georjce Lynch, Merlin Lenibrlch. Lunch is over . . . appetites are satisfied . . . everyone is anxious to (to something ... to have some fun ... to enjoy the noon hour . . . one doesn't have far to go to find those certain pastimes that keep everyone’s interest. In the science room one may find many enthusiasts of the lighter sports . . . there, ping-pong players vie for honors in each day’s games . . . onlookers spur their favorites to victory. . . Chinese checkers may he dull or thrilling . . . hut our manipulators of the spheres have never one dull moment . . . every game becomes a battle of wits . for Dolores Seifert keeps everyone busy. So anxious are the noon players of basketball to get started that many of them want to go without lunch . . . Mr. Rumary. director of noon hour activities in the gym. has made each day’s game competitive and fast . . . the result: many hoys, who have never made the regular cage squad, have the opportunity to play the game at noon as well as after s c h o o 1 when Mr. Stewart takes charge of the intramural program . . . volleyball, another game of skill and competition, kept everyone keen-eyed and moving on other days. Some students enjoy tin activities in Mr. Ullrich’s room . . . some the fun in the gym . . . others, study during that period . . . and still others, do very little of anything . . . for all who stay here, there is fun galore. J UE SIXTY-SEVEN G. A. A.: Kilt T Ho V: li n« KngslMTg. M rvllla Hralo. K Ummi Wimium. Mai Jam-sillM'i lmni. Ilnrrud Bi dt' oihy hlekow. Elaine Meyer, Dorothy Srhulx. Verna Churrh. June Oeltmeler, Helen Kleiike. Hettv stark. Edna second l oW: Marie Spangler, Dorothy Lloyd. Jo Ann Moe 1. Bette Gtaper. Dorothy Wedl. Laura Huppert. Helen statz. Marion Bender. Margaret Shannon. Harriet Lenihrleh. Kathryn Shaun n. sue Veternik. rill HD Ho Werner, Geraldine Hauiugatd. Marion Kinzler. Huth Ehlenfeldt. l ol HTU HOW: Dolores Stephan. June Dlirkee, I.••'lie Stengel, G. A. Klaine Sehulz. W nda llouirhton. Jarqueline Heul. Mildred Mol- How deuhauer. Harhara Dahareiner, Lois Henry. Virginia Stuhhs. Miller Lois Miller. Evelyn Gunx, Helen Stueher. Dorothy Propp. FILTH Chureh. Su HoW: Jenna Niiman. Betty Dahareiner. Helen Serns. Vlrglira HOW: Betty lloeft. Lorraine Werner, Betty Goddard. Klaine Hiehards. Helen Gross. Esther Hienrang. Dorothy Diekhotr. Huth Seifert. Barbara Braylon. Mary Koser. SIXTH HOW: Shirley Driehelbls. Harhara Ih tland. Harhara Mueller. Louise Garity. Margaret lien nen. Amy Itadtke. Joan Frledel, Sara Miller. Marion Miller. (land Srhoeller. Betty llernday. Mae Walther. BOAHD: I Ho.NT: Harhara Braytoii. Harriet Lemhrieh. Virginia stubbf Mis Conover. SECOND HOW: rman. Dor llareniann. Jane King. W Lucille IIII ST , Lota Verna THIRD “Heaving Hannahs” . . . “Bouncing Notes” . . . “Nifty Netters” ... no uninteresting titles these ... no names to be taken lightly . . . no grouos to ignore, for these representative examples of color team names, chosen at random from sports in the G. A. A. initials shortening the whole name. Girls’ Athletic Association, show the originality of these modern misses . . . this association gives the “All American Girl” a chance to participate in the snorts in which she wishes to excel, outside of the regular gym classes . . . providing not only for active sports in school, but also for hikes, rollicking parties, and dances for all of the members. This year’s membership of 81, smaller than in previous years, is well represented by each class . . . there are 16 seniors, 25 juniors. 20 sophomores, and 20 freshmen . . . the seniors serving on this year’s G. A. A. Board are: Sue Veternik. president . . . Marion Bender, vice-president . . . Betty Stark, secretary and treasurer . . June Oettmeier, secretary of points . . . Harriet Lembrich. hockey . . . Virginia Stubbs, basketball . . . Barbara Brayton. volleyball . . . Lois Miller, baseball . . . and Verna Church, tumbling . . . each girl, by her fine sportsmanship, has done her share in making the organization a success. ’AGE SIXTY-EIGHT The sports’ season opened with field hockey . . . swinging awa at the hall . . . and scratching niosqiiito bites at the same time wasn't always an easy job . . . hut Harriet Lembrich. who with her whistle handy, went dashing up and down tin field, following the players, and keeping her eyes on all plays, kept the games so fast and full of excitement that the mosquitoes were of minor importance . . . the class championship between juniors and seniors was no exception . . . the seniors walked away with the victory. After the hockey season was completed . . . extreme weather conditions confined the gilds to indoor activities . . . irginia Stubbs, acting as referee, set the basketball color team into action . . . competition for the many participants was keen . . . but the speed, co-operation, and the muscular co-ordination of the senior girls outclassed the underclassmen who again took the back seats. It wasn’t long before a group of girls, under the leadership of Verna Hhureh were performing acrobatic stunts of all sorts . . . forward rolls . . . fish flops . . . headstands . . . chest rolls, and pyramid building . . . after hours of strenuous practice these lassies were limber tumblers. lUiythmic swingsters found the tapping club a good place in w hich to gain poise . . . under the supervision of Miss (lotiover. the girls learned the fundamentals of tapping and proceeded with the more complicated steps . . . one of the highlights of their activities was an original tap dance, arranged by (iloria Harter and Shirley llebbe. amt featured at the spring gym exhibit. Tap Dancing: Virginia linen. Carol «n.� eller. Betty J.. Goddard. I aura llu{ i « rt. Klauie Schulz. Helen Scrns. Imlnre siephan. Shirley Hebbe. Jenna Xuinaii. Esther Blenraiig. Geraldine Haumgard, Dorothy Lloyd. Gloria Hauer, Rac Jean Xagle. Louise Gamy. Mary Schlferl. I’AUK SIX n X1X E Folk Dancing is always fun . . . n i I I’l'KH Pirn RKS: G. . hVISOR: Miss Con-uv r. GIRLS’ HASKKTKAI.I. «i MI IN PROGRESS l M I R I'M rtTR! '• V EMBLEMS I ROM LEFT TO RIGHT: First, second, and third awards. il provides exercise find entertainment . . . among I lie dances learned this year . . . were the Lancer Dance . . . the “Scarecrow Dance” . . . and a novelty number performed with jnmp-ropes . . . folk dances are always a part of the annual physical education exhibit. If yon have been under the impression I h a I volleyball was dead and uninteresting, all you need do is observe or participate in one of the (i.A.A. games and your opinion will be quickly changed . . . Ilarbara Drayton set down the rules and principles . . . and saw to it that everyone followed them . . . 'aw’s” . . . all's and “yeah’s” ... in no way affected her score keeping. Alter months of indoor sports . . . the bright and sunny weather again permitted the girls to go outdoors . . . Lois Miller, stationed behind the pitcher s box. yelled out the balls and strikes . . . struggling along, these females counterparts of Bob Feller, Lou Gehrig, and Carl Huhbell. had fun galore . . . team co-operation was keen . . . the seniors working doubly hard in the hopes of copping this championship also. The year ended with a well-attended picnic . . . tin feature attraction was the playing of the championship baseball game . . . this event brought the close of the sports’ season . . . for those who worked hard there were awards in store . . . the G.A.A. offers three emblems . . . the first a diamond-shaped maroon emblem, is received by gaining 150 points . . . the second, ft white felt shield with the class numerals, is earned by obtaining 1000 points . . . and the third, and most coveted, the chenille .I . which few can receive because of the difficulty in getting the required 1800 points. |W iK SKVE.NTY Winners of awards this vear are I TPER PICT! RES: CHEER LEADERS: Edna HalVmauu. Sii Veternlk. I r k I u i a Stubbs, Dorothy Diekow. SIDELINES: Gloria Melnel, Helen Serna, V I r if i n i a II o e f t . Dolores Stej han, Hazel Rodenburgr. Lois HolTiiiaii. Itarbara Mueller. Mary Srhiferl. Lorraine W .rue r. IN RETREAT. MIDDLE I ICTI.RES: SENIOR BASKETBALL « ii IMPS l RON I RO W : J u n e Oettineler. Verna Church. SECOND ROW: Barbara Bray ton. Sue Vet ernik, Lois Miller. Betty Mark BACK ItoW: Edna llareinann. Evelyn G u n z . Marfraret shannon. Harriet l.embricb. Helen Stueber. Helen klettke. ARCHERS: Miss Conover. Barbara Bray ton. Amy Radtke. Sara Miller. Lois Henry. LOWER IMCTl HE: HOCKEY IN ACTION i ots Miller. Dorothy Diekow. Gloria Harter. Helen Statz. Marie Spamrler. Marian Miller. Margaret liennen. IIm first emblem Hit “.I : Verna Church. June Oetlmeier, Barbara Bruyton, Kvelyn Cunz. Lois Miller, and Harriet Leinbrieii. Second Kinblenis: Horolliy l)ieko v. Horolliy HickhofT, Jane (IrilTin, Helen (iross. Kdna llnfcmaiiii, Margaret Ht iinen. Jane King. Horothy Kriising, Amy liatltke. Virginia Slubhs. Marion Hemler, Sut eternik, 1111111 Klilenfeldl. Mildred Moldenliauer. Horolliy Propp. Mary Neis, Klaint Sfliullz. ami Butli Seifert. First Kmblems: Komiint Werner. Jackie Heul, Shirley Hricbelhis. Harriet Hicdermau. Wanda Houghton. Horolliy Spangler. Meryilla Beale, Virginia Hoefl. Jerina Nnman. Irene Kngsherg. Kstlier Bien-fang, Belly Habareiner, Joan Friedel, Horolliy Freeparlner. Helen Klettke, Betty (ioddanl. Helen Slueht r. Kileen Werner. Louist (larity, Shirley llehhe. Barbara Mueller. Bondin' Wetll. Barbara Ht tlaud. Helen St rns, Hehirt s Stephan. Lucille Werner. Tlit (J.A.A. wishes lo thank Miss Conover fur sponsoring this fine organization and for making each activity so worthwhile . . . lor each girl had the opportunity In assume leadership and responsibility, to develop herself physically, and mentally, and to learn the principles of g o o d sportsmanship. charm, a n d poise . . . the ii.A.A. hopes, like-wist . that Miss Conovers leave of absence will prove beneficial to her ami that her successor will also enjoy working a n d helping growing girls. PAGE SEVEN n ONE Model, indeed, is Jefferson for several reasons . . . exemplary because it is a city with no relief problem . . . ideal because it is able to provide so many employment opportunities for the high school graduates each year ... of the 67 graduates of 1939 . . . some are out making a name for themselves . . . others are quietly adding their bit toward making it easier for those around them. Daryl Armstrong is working in the I arm Bureau Office at Fort Atkinson . . . Loretta Auchter has a splendid position in the office of the Holeproof Hosiery Company in Milwaukee . . . Margaret Backhaus works at Green’s Confectionery . . . Kenneth Blomberg counts out quarts and gallons at Seitz’s Service Station . . Barbara Bull-winkel, our “J editor of last year, is a student of journalism at the University of Wisconsin where is also Donald Mocn, who is aspiring to be a physican . . . Robert Carey, the Norman Rockwell of JefTerson’s 19.i9 graduating class, is attending the State Teachers College in La Crosse . . . Merhn Deo.v’ Doe.iereiner, is employed at Statz’s Grocery . . . Marcella Elgas does housework in Jefferson . . . Irvin Endl is helping his father on the farm . . . Jean Feind is enjoying her office v ork in Watertown . . . Raymond Fischer helps occasionally at Shannon’s Service Station . . . Robert Foskett. Claude Jahn, Cyril Silberhorn. and Lawrence Vogel are all up-and-coming craftsmen at the Union Upholstering Company while Janet Ilebbe. Mary Ilernday, Florence Peterson. June Rentmeester, Rath Shakshesky, and Irene Wagner assist in keeping the books and taking care of the office of the same company . . . Doris Friedel has a position at the Rainbow Beauty Parlor in Lake Mills . . . Thomas Griffin is a dyer at Seifert’s Woolen Mills . . . Harold Gross works at Puerner’s Grocery . . Ruth Hansen is at home . . . Raymond Hernday has, perhaps, the most colorful of all occupations of anyone from last year’s class, he is in naval training in the Coast Guard Station at Staten Island, New York . . . Wilma Hirscineld and Lavcrne Hoffman are doing housework . . . Malcolm Houghton and Maynard Sell are attending school at Milton College . . . Betty Jungkuntz has employment at the Stoppenbach Packing Plant . . . John Ketel-hut is a student at the Oshkosh Sla e Teachers College . . . Richard Krumsee and Richard Wagner are working with the Stengel Construction Company in Jefferson . . . Raymond Krusing and Edward Waterbury are students at the Whitewater State Teachers College . . . Darlene Kuehn can be found at the Jefferson County Bank and Constance Ladien at the Koerner Drug and Confectionery Store . . . Marjorie Lehman is at Rubicon . . . Bill Lenz acts as a clerk at an A. P. Store in Milwaukee . . . George Meinel, after completing a post-graduate course in Jefferson High School, is at home . . . Mildred Messman is a student at a nursing school in Poynette . . . Lora.vne Miller and Agatha Geyer secured work at the Sperry’s Eat Shop . . Russell “Ossie Miller secured work at the Seifert Woolen Mills . . . June Northey has a position in the office at Braun’s Lumber Company . . . Irene Peichl acts as an operator for the Wisconsin Telephone Company in Jeaerson . . . Waldemar Popp assists his father at the Popp Seed Company . . . Lois Reuter lives now in Arcadia, California . . . Dayton Powers is working at the Heilemann Ice Cream company . . . Edwin Luedtke, Elaine Pruefer, and Bernice Muncit are at home in Fort Atkinson . . . Bernice Roessler. Bernice Krumsee. and Adeline Schroeder are doing housework in Jefferson . . . Pearlmary Schlagen-hauf of Helenville and Dorothea Schultz and HowarJ Traeder of Rome and Katherine Ann Serns and Eileen Offner of Jefferson are at home . . . Margaret Schultz is employed at the Masonic Home at Dousman . . . Paul Seifert is working at Halverson’s Clothing Store . . . Lorraine Vogel is a student at the Modern School of Beauty Culture in Milwaukee . . . Lenore Wait lives now in Chicago . . . Louis Zahn is a student at a business college in Fond du Lac, while William Meinel. a post graduate of last year, is attending a business institute in Milwaukee . . . and so enas the account of our graduates of last year. We are confident that each will make a place for himself in the history of this school . . . we wish each of them much success and hope that they will succeed in reaching the goal they have set up for themselves. PAOK SEVENTY-TWO