Lane Technical High School - Lane Tech Prep Yearbook (Chicago, IL)

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Our Class History BY DENNIS CLARK September, 1935, is to us, the graduates of June, 1939, a cherished and important date, for it was then that Lane became Mother to the largest class ever to graduate from her doors, namely, our class of June, '39. We were then mere strangers, who, hav- ing graduated from grammar school, were in search of the best high school training afforded us. Lane, The School of Champions , was unanimously chosen, and our class was created. How well we remember those first anxious days in our Lane Auditorium, when we were sorted out from the unqualified and formed into one great brotherhood, dubbed freshmen. As Freshmen, we at first lived through many hectic days, attempting to match our classroom numbers with the assigned periods. At that time most of us did not understand what was meant by extra-curricular acti- vities, and, upon completion of our day's class work, we would rush home to tell Mom and Dad of our great institution. As we passed into 1A, much of our irresponsibility disappeared, and some of us were al- ready offering our services to athletics and clubs. Finally the semester ended, and we felt thoroughly broken in. The following September found the same group of boys sufficiently advanced to be called Sophomore, and proud of it! During this period most boys began their extra-curricular activities. We began to think of athletics, and tried out for the various teams. Inter- est also began to be centered about the clubs. Out of this association grew m a n y wa r m friendships. Many athletes received the first awards as Sophomores, a thrill not soon to be forgotten. It seemed we were just becoming adapted to Sopho- more life when it was time to assume the privileges of Juniors. During this third year we began to think more seriously of school work, to train harder with the teams, and to see the better side of our teachers as well as to accept their helpful friendship. It seems that our Junior year passed even more rapidly than our Sophomore year had doneg in fact, we were now upon the threshold of our final high school year. Yes, we were now qualified for the lofty rank of Seniors. We began to look back over our previous years, and to note the decided change. Our primary task as 4 B's was the election of our class officers. After fever- ish days of campaigning, our twenty-seven candidates experienced the peculiar thrill of speech-making, and were reduced by election to eight ofiicers. The 4A's, among whom were many of our personal friends, left us holding the reins, and we were now supreme. Our first task, as 4A's, was the carrying out of the tradi- tion of having a Senior Swing, a dance exclusively Senior. We successfully accomplished the task, and now the Senior Swing is a pleasant memory. The Prom , and, finally, our all-important Graduation Night at the immense International Amphitheater are about to be converted from anticipation into reality. In closing, we, the graduating class of June, '39, wish to thank God for guiding us to, and through, that glorious School of Champions , Lane!

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l'RESlDlCN'l' DENNIS JOHN CLARK Dennis was born in Chicago on Easter Sunday, March 27, 1021. Although a Chicago boy, he attended the St. John's Lutheran Grammar School in Merrill, Wisconsin, and was graduated as valedic- torian in May, 1035. During the follow- ing September, Denny bccame one of the many freshmen at Lane. His career while there was very successful. Dennis excel- led in every tield. With regard to sports. he spent his eight semesters with the Nation- al Championship swimming team, receiving seven 'tL's and nine shields for his per- formances in fancy diving. He also par- ticipated in intramural sports. Club work attracted him equally as much as that in the field of athletics. He became a member of the Pan-American League Club and of the Letterman's Club. and was elected to the presidency of the Dance Club. He proved of service to his class by representing his division on the Student Council during his 1A and 2B semesters, by serving as 'Tech Prep salesman, and by co-operat- ing with the members of the original Bud- get Committee from his 2B to his 4A sem- ester. In Scholarship, too, Denny gaincd renown. He earned three scholarship pins and was elected to the National Honor Society, serving as sergeant-at-arms with the Lane chapter and as president of the Chicago Council. 'tUcnny plans to entera university in the fall. Each of his friends at Lane wishes him the best of luck. His is a personality that assures success in all walks of life. DUN WALKER-FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT Don Walker was born in Chicago on August 10, 1922. He at-- tended the Armstrong Grammar School and entered Lane in September of 1935. His first year was spent at the Stock-- ton Branch. Upon arriving at Lane, he promptly signed for the swimming team, and in ZA he received his first L . He swam on three championship relays during the time he was on the team. While at Lane, Don distinguished himself by winning' four scholarship awards and by acquiring a membership in the Lane Chapter of the National Honor Society. He was elected president of the Letterman's Club in his 4B semester. After receiving his diploma, Don will attend the University of Illinois, where he will take up chemical engineering. He in- tends to strive for a docto1 s degree. Page Twenty-Two

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Page twenty four A CHESTER F. WOJNOWIAKfSECOND VICE-PRESIIJENT Chester was born on May 2, 1920, in Chicago. He received his elementary training at the St. James Parochial school. Lane was his choice as a model high school. At liane Chr-sl' was a member of the City Glee Club Champions and Octette for four years, where he received recognition by being chosen a member of the All-Chicago High School Choir in 1937, being rated one of the best basses in the City. Besides, he has offered his diligent services in publishing and editing the Daily for three years, and has become editor in his last year. He has received three scholarship awards for his scholastic ability, and is a member of the Lane National Honor Society. Ile has earned three L's g for the Daily Staff, Glee Club, and Service, and has participated in most of the intramural events. Che-s looks forward to a prosperous future in the industrial world, but aspires chiefly to attaining the heights of success in the singing world some day. ROBERT RICKERT--THIRD VICE-I'RESIDI'JNT Robert Rickert was born in Chicago on Apr. 17, 1921. After being graduated from the O. A. Thorpe Elementary School, he entered Lane. Bob chose an automotive courseg and, after finishing the required two years of this course, he again plunged into the perplexities of automotive mechanics via the Smith-Hughes Automotive. During his four years in the R. O. T. C., Bob was in the Crack Company and the Rifle Company, and participated in company competition. He has received merits of recognition in the R. O. T. C. for neatness, extra duty, and marksmanship. In the world of sport, Bob played intramural basketball and baseball during his ill-I and 3A semesters. He was also an active member of the following clubs: Automotive Club, in 4B-4Ag Ping Pong, in 43 and IIA: Diesel, in 1Bg Dance, in 4Ag and Non-Coms, in 4B and 4A. After being graduated from Lane, he intends to enter Armour Institute to become an accomplished Diesel engineer. RAYMOND E. QUICK- -FOURTH VICE-PRESIDENT It was in Evanston, Illinois, on August 18, 1921, that the scion of the Quick family was born. His parents named him Raymond Edward. He attended St. Hilary and Maternity B. V. M. School, from which he was graduated. The following Sep- tember he started high school, choosing Lane for the further- ing of his education. During his four years at Lane he has be- come secretary of the Clinic Club and p1'esident of the Civics Club. He also has held 'memberships in the Ushers, Mask and Shears, Camera, Dance, and Tech Prep Salesman clubs. In addition to this, he has been on the gymnastic team. After graduation he intends to continue his studies at Loyola Uni- versity, where he hopes to obtain a H. S. deg1'ee.