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

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HARVEY S. GASSMAN---SECRETARY On .luly 5, 1921, in Chicago, Ill., H. S. Gassman was born. llpon graduation from the Von Steuben Elementary School with honors, he entered Lane with the intention of studying medicine. As a freshman llarvey became a member of the Orc- hestra, in which organization he was awarded a major letter and two shields. During his spa1'e time he has served in the Clinic, where he obtained two medical shields. Progressing rapidly from reporter, he finally attained the highest position on the staff, that of Editor-in-Chief. While participating in the following clubs: Physics, Slide Rule, Tech Prep, Biology, l.atin, and Math Projects, he has won recognition as an offic- ial. ln acknowledgment of superior work, Harvey has acquir- ed four scholarship certificates, and the Vice-Presidency of the iiane Chapter of the National Honor Society. His main am- bition is to win the Bausch and Lomb award in science, and to attend the University of Chicago in order to study for the medical profession. VICTOR KH.-1JV1BOfTlCE.-1SURER Vic was born on May 8, 1921, at Scottville, Michigan. He entered the St. Alphonsus Grammar School at the age of six and was graduated eight years late1'. He entered Lane in Sep- tember. 19235, and spent his tirst year adjusting himself to his new surroundings. In his second year, however, he joined the Student Council and from then he rose quickly. In his ZA semester he was elected to the Executive Committee of the Council, becoming Secretary in ISA and Chairman in 415. While on the Council he took part in its reorganization, plan- ning the Student Court, originating the Service Letter Award System, and planning the first oHicial pow-wow and subse- quent pep meetings. He was selected as a delegate to the State Student Council Convention. He has been a member of the Camera and Chemistry Clubs, and has also participated in intranuiral sports. He has been awarded the bronze. silver, and gold scholarship pins, and is a member of the National llonor Society. ROIZERT HVKOWSKI- SERGE.-tNT-AT-ARMS Bob was born in Oak Park, Illinois, on June 9, 1922. After being graduated fl'0m the Norwood Park Grammar School, Hob made his wise decision to come to Lane. Upon en- tering liane. he became interested in writing, so he joined the Daily staff and worked his way to feature writing in his sophomore year, when he also joined the R. 0. T. C. Although he started a year late, he was promoted to the otlice of second lieutenant in BA, captain in 1113, and in 4A to commanding lieutenant-colonel, the highest otlice possible at Lane. He joined only a few clubs while at Lane on account of his lack ot' time, for it was being taken up by his military training in the R. O. T. C. Bob also has acquired two scholarship pins. lle is making plans to attend the West Point Military Academy after being graduated from Lane. l Page twenty five

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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.

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Page Twenty-Six COMMITTEE JOIIN E. CARPENTER C0-CHAIRMAN OF THE ANNUAL COMMITTEE Carp was born in Chicago on December 14, 1919. He was graduated from the Hitch Public School and entered Lane in 1935 to continue his education. His am- bition was to become editor of his class annual. His chance came in his junior year when he had become a member of the Tech Prep staff. By his 4B semester he had become editor of the Prep , and in 4A he received the co-editorship of the Annual. Besides his major appointment on the 'tTech Prep , he has, since his 2B semester helped turn out the Daily with unfailing effort. We predict a great future for hirri in any undertaking he may choose. WILLIAM L. HAMLING CO-CHAIRMAN OF THE ANNUAL COMMITTEE Bill was born on June 14, 1921, in Chicago, Illinois. His whole life throughout high school has been spent in Chicago, excepting for his extensive trips, taken every summer to the West Coast and to Canada. He attended the St. Hilary Grammar School in his earlier years, and is now proud to be a graduate of Lane. His ambition is to become a lawyer and an author. Already he has made a success- ful start in his writing career, being on the staff of Amazing Stories as a regular author. He will take up his law studies at Northwestern. We are all sure that he will be an immense success in his later life. The best of luck to you, Billl He bc- longed to the Rhymsters in '37, '38, '30, Bill was President of the Forum and Debat- ing Team for three years. BRUNO P. KOZLOWSKI CHAIRMAN--DANCE COMMITTEE Bruno Paul Kozlowski was born on May 3, 1921, in Benton Harbor, Michigan. He entered Lane after becoming a graduate of St. Mary of the Angels Grammar School. He is usually quiet, but has gained his popularity by taking part in various activities. He has been one of Lane's football men, and has won a letter in that sport. Bruno has answered to the roll call of the Dance, Civics, and Lettcrman's Clubs, and he surely likes to dance! HERBERT W. SCHULTZ CHAIRMAN-CAP AND GOWN COMIWITTEE Herbert was born in Chicago, Illinois, on April 15, 1923. He attended the Schneider Elementary School. In his 3B semester he took a Smith-Hughes Electrical Course. In ZA he was a member of the Glee Club. He joined the Dance Club in 4B, and in 4A joined the Ushers' Club. Herb has served as chairman of the Cap and Gown Committee, has been awarded a minor service L , and has received four scholarship awards during his stay at Lane. After graduation he will seek employ- ment in the Illinois Bell Telephone Company and will attend Armour Institute Evening School to further his electrical knowledge. NORMAN E. EDIDIN CHAIRMAN - ,FINANCE COMMITTEE Ed was born in Chicago, on March 22, 1922, and received his elementary education in the Darwin Grammar School. He entered Lane, along with three thousand Freshies . As a reward for his efforts he has won four scholarship ' a member intramural e has been pins, and has been elected to the National Honor Society. He has been of the tennis team from his third year on. Norman was a finalist in tennis, and has participated in intramural sports during all four years. H . a member of the French and Civics Clubs. After graduation he intends to enter the University of Chicago in order to prepare himself for a medical career.