Kelso High School - Bagpipe Yearbook (Kelso, WA)

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Drama club presents rsenlc, Old Lace The drama club presented the murder, mystery, com- edy Arsenic and Old Lace in the high school auditorium November 22 and 23. The play was written in 1941 by loseph Kesslering. The cast of characters in this humorous production in- cluded Abby Brewster flaura Demingl, The Rev. Dr. Harper fTerry Mendezl, Teddy Brewster flames Bernertl, Officer Brophy fleff Savagej, Officer Klein fleremy Cur- tisl, Martha Brewster fDana McReynoldsl, Elaine Harper tNatasha Meskewj, Mortimer Brewster flay lohnsonl, Mr. Gibbs fMark McDermittj, lonathan Brewster fBrad Parkl, Lieutenant Rooney fLee Sykesl, Mr. Witherspoon QMike Earnsworthl, Dr. Einstein floe Flockl and a dead gentleman played by Brad Libby. The play revolves around the 12 murders of unsuspect- ing gentlemen who came to the Brewster home looking for a room to rent. The men had been invited in, offered some homemade elderberry wine and usually died within seconds of drinking the arsenic-laced beverage. When asked why they would do such a thing by their nephew Mortimer, Abby simply replied . . . it's just one of our charities. The sisters felt it was their respon- siblity to put poor lonely men out of their misery. The play was very entertaining and full of unexpected situations such as the appearance of the Brewsters' evil nephew lonathan and his sidekick Dr. Einstein. This terri- ble two had been responsible for one or two more mur- ders than the Brewster sisters and numerous robberies and other dirty deeds. The cast spent eight weeks in rehearsal, the last con- sisting of many double rehearsals. As a result, the group felt well prepared, stated lay lohnson. 1-Contemplating his next murder, Dr. Einstein Uoe Flockl stands in the Brewster livingroom. 2-Checking for dead bodies, Mortimer Brewster peeks in the window seat. 3-Preparing for guests, Abby Brewster, QLau- ra Demingj and Martha Brewster, tDana Mckeynoldsl set the table. 4- Taking Mortimer captive, lonathan Brewster, QBrad Parkl and Dr. Ein- stein, Uoe Flockl tie him mercilessly to a chair. 5-Trying to free herself from harm Elaine Harper, QNatasha Meskewl struggles with lonathan while Dr. Einstein and Teddy Brewster flames Bernertl stand by. 16 Drama production

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People make Winter Ball successful A Winter's Romance set the scene for the annual Christmas ball held December 13, from 8 to 11:30 p.m. The dance, which 156 couples attended, was sponsored by the sophomore class. During the announcement of the court, colorful bal- loons and confetti showered over the crowd. Two huge Christmas trees, decorated with assorted ornaments, lights and real candy canes, added to the festivity of the holiday season. Sophomores worked with their advisor, Mr. Gary Hun- ziker to make the dance a success. Preparations began early so that the committees handling decorations, mu- sic, food and clean-up could get ready. Parents also helped out with refreshments and decorations. Bob Almos, owner of Murl Art Studio, took pictures of couples. The couples posed for their portraits on a white bench with snow covered trees in the background to capture the Christmas spirit. People seemed to enjoy music played by a disc jockey rather than a live band. A band can only play certain songs while a DI can play everyone's favorites. It made the dance more enjoyable, commented Denean Mackey. As couples entered the dance, they cast ballots for se- lection of Christmas court. After the votes were counted, the sophomore princess was announced as Penni Nave, the junior princess as Deann Crayne and the queen as Kari Croco. I can't believe it! was Kari's first thought. After a few moments Kari and her date danced on the floor in their honor. Couples soon joined them and the dance was complete. It's a great honor, Kari later said. 1-After the dance, seniors enjoy a float at Shari's restaurant. 2-Couples dance to the beat during a fast song. 3-After being crowned queen, Kari Croco shows her happiness. 4-Congratulating sophomore princess Penni Nave, Miss Paula Radich hands her flowers. 5-Balloons and con- fetti fall from the ceiling to make the night a magical memory for everyone. 6-With surprise and excitement, Deann Crayne is announced princess for the junior class. 7-As the evening comes to a close, couples converse with one another. 18 Christmas Ball