Leaf River High School - Lerico Yearbook (Leaf River, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1966 volume:

TRAVELING THROUGH Since life resembles a highway in many ways, we have used this theme in reviewing the past school year. We have paused at the many stopping places to highlight the events of the year 1965-1966 at Leaf River High School. THERE ARE MANY STOPS ALONG THE WAY BIG WHEELS....................................... PAGE 5 TRAVELERS........................................ PAGE 9 DETOURS.......................................... PAGE 21 CROSS ROADS.......................................PAGE 33 MEN AT WORK...................................... PAGE 51 SHIFTING GEARS................................... PAGE 63 THEY SAY THAT LIFE IS A HIGHWAY AND ITS MILESTONES ARE THE YEARS. —Kilmer 2 ADMINISTRATION LaVeme Edwards Superintendent 4 Charles Mullen Donald Gallup Paul Wilson William Jones THE BIG WHEELS 5 Ah, ye knights of the pen! May honor be your shield and truth tip your lances! MRS. MAYER Biology; English I,II MRS. ESTERLY English III,IV Science carries us into zones of specu- lation ... That irregular and intimate quality is made by human hands. MR. MOEDE Sciences MRS. DUNCAN Home Economics To create a healthy philosophy, you should be a good mathematician. History is philosophy, teaching by ex- amples ... MR. SLICK MR. LESSEN Mathematics Social Studies Compliments to the Class of 66 DEE DEE'S CAFE Leaf River BILL MOTTER AGENCY Insurance and Tax Service Leaf River, Illinois MRS. ASBURY Shorthand, Office Practice MR. BLOCK Typing, Bookkeeping, P.E. MRS. JENKIN MR. STEVENS Latin, P.E. P.E., Drivers Ed. MR. ASBURY Agriculture We are the musicmakers, and we are the dreamers of dreams. The agricultural population produces the bravest men ... MR. ANDERSON Band and Chorus EASTSIDE SERVICE 24 hour Wrecker Service Leaf River 738-2270 ELMER NORUP Livestock- -Trucking—Hog- -Buying Phone 738-2221, Leaf River, 111. 7 MAINTENANCE CREWS COOKS: Betty Satterfield, Vera Peterson, Della Grove. THE NATIONAL CLOTHING HOUSE On the Comer Since 1896 Oregon, Illinois, Phone 732-6000 Compliments of OGLE AGENCY, INC. Oregon, III. 8 Gordon Homer THE ROAD BEGINS R. Branscomb President S. Penn Vice Pres. R. DeWitt Secretary V. Lomax Treasurer J. Birkholz S. Council D. Brown S. Council G. Ackerman M. Andrews M. Beard P. Becker J. Bennett M. Bell B. Carpenter B. Carpenter R. Conkey M. Deen G. Fogle S. Gann A. Gasmund R. DeForge S. Greenwood T. Hall C. Hartje B. Ingram C. Kielsmier S. Lancaster M. Lewis S. Mayer D. Phillips M. Newcomer D. Norup D. Osbaugh G. Pals C. Pool G. Pool J. Reynolds D. Riley J. Schrader L. Schreiber C. Snyder M. Snyder B. Stark Compliments of BEMIS MOTOR CO. Ford Sales Service Byron, Illinois S. Winche Compliments of BLACKHAWK BUILDERS SUPPLY CO. Byron, Illinois 10 A BEND IN THE ROAD K. Maxwell President B. Callup Vice Pres. R. Williams Secretary J. Stark T re asurer J. Patterson S. Council N. Branscomb S. Council D. Barnhart H. Book D. Buskohl P. Butte 1 A. Butterbaugh R. Clapper K. Cowan S. Davis B. Dixon S. DeForge J. Engel R. Engle R. Griffin J. Grove F. Hall G. Harleman P. Hartje O. Hilliard I. Ingram K. Ingram L. Jenkins M. Kahly R. Mai land D. Martin B. Miller T. Mulford F. Pini T. Reynolds D. Wehmeyer R. Wenzel S. White K. Wittenbeck D. Hall B. Penn Compliments of BYRON MEDICAL CENTER Byron, Illinois NELSON JEWELRY Jewelry Watch Repairing Byron, Illinois, 234-2811 11 NEARING JOURNEY S END G. Jones Pres. E. Beard V. Pres.; S.C. R. Craven Secretary T. Satterfield Treasurer J. Patch in S.C. L. Blake H. Bolen R. Borg man B. Bomeman J. Carpenter S. Cook J. Cowan R. Craven B. Dixon C. Greenwood F. Ingram V. Hamilton S. Hartje B. Long F. McDowell R. Lancaster J. Robertson J. Schrader Compliments of CITIZENS STATE BANK OF MT. MORRIS Mt. Morris, Illinois FDIC D. Stine 12 J. Kahly P. Krause J S. Pair W. Pool C. Wittenbeck FELKER PHARMACY Reliable Prescription Service Phone 734-4188 Mt. Morris, 111. 13 FERGUSON AGENCY INC. Pecatonica, 111. 239-2510 RALPH'S CITGO SERVICE We give S H Green Stamps Gas—Oil—Greasing--Washing ONE ROAD ENDS Janet Baker Teresa Baker By her laugh you will know her. Chorus 2,3,4; Class Officer 1,3,4; Dramatics 3,4, (Officer 4); F.H.A. 1,2,3,4, (Officer 3,4); G.A.A. 1,2,3,4, (Sporthead 3, Officer 4); Play 3; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4, (Officer 3). Frank, friendly and full of fun. Chorus 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 3,4; F.H.A. 2,3,4, (Officer 4); G.A.A. 1,2, 3,4, (Sporthead 3, Officer 4); Girls' State 2nd Alternate; Play 3; Pom Pon 1,2,3,4; Sextet 1,2,3,4; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4. Jim Bauer He's quiet--the kind you have to watch out for. F.F.A. 1,2,4, (Officer 4); Play 3 (Staging). Jane Bowerman Quiet ways masking mischievous ways. Cheerleader 1,2,3; Class Officer 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 3,4; F.H.A. 1,2, 3,4, (Officer 3); G.A.A. 1,2,3,4, (Sporthead 3, Officer 4); Girls' State Homecoming Court 2; Play 3; Librarian 2; Newspaper 2,3,4, (Editor 3, Co-Editor 4); S.O.S. 1,2,3,4. QUALITY METAL FINISHING CO. Byron, Illinois Brenda Brown An affable and courteous gentleman. Band 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 4; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Play 3. Silence is a true friend who never betrays. Band 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 3,4; F.H.A. 2,3,4 (Officer 3,4); G.A.A. 1,2,3,4 (Sporthead 4); Play 3; S.O.S. 2,3,4. Dennis E. Buzzell Diana Dooyen Work fascinates him--he could sit and look at it all day. F.F.A. 1,2,3,4. Steadiness, loyalty, and faithfulness; all these she has. Chorus 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 1,2,3,4; F.H.A. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 4); F.T.A. 1; Play 3; Librarian 1; Newspaper 1,2; Speech Contest 2; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4. Larry Engle Compliments of ORVILLE BAKENER DONALD MORRISON 16 Susan Fischer She has a smile for everyone and a friend for every smile. Chorus 2,3,4; Dramatics 3,4; F.H.A. 2,3,4 (Officer 2,3,4; Camp 2); G.A.A. 1,2,3,4 (Camp 1, Sporthead 2, Officer 3); Newspaper 1,2,3,4; Pom Pom 3; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 2). Emerson Fogle When the great Scorer writes against your name, he writes not that you won or lost, but how you played the game. Band 1,2,3,4; Baseball 3,4; Boys' State 3; Camera Club 3; Class Officer 3,4; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 3,4); Football 1,2,3,4 (Co- Captain 4); Homecoming Court 2,4; Lettermen 2,3,4 (Officer 4); Stu- dent Council 1,2; Track 1,2,3,4. Lyle Freeze A quiet manner and a kind heart. Band 1,2,3,4; Basketball 1,2, Manager 3,4; Dramatics 4; Football 1,2,3, Manager 4; Play 3; Lettermen 1,2,3,4; Track 1,2,3,4. Lisle Harris Quiet and still, yet pleasant always. F.F.A. 1,2,4; Play Prop 3. GERMAN AMERICAN STATE BANK A Little Bit Friendlier German Valley, Illinois 17 Cheryl Heater A happy heart and a winning smile. Band 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Dance Band 3,4; Dramatics 3,4; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4 (Sporthead 3,4); Homecoming Court 2,4; Play 3; Sextet 1,2,3,4; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 3); Student Coun- cil 1,4 (Officer 4). A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men. Annual Staff 4 (Business Manager); Chorus 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 3,4 (Officer 4); F.H.A. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 4); G.A.A. 2,3,4 (Sporthead 3,4); Play 3; Librarian 3,4; Sextet 2,3,4; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 4). Donald Kretsinger He deviseth mischief continually. F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Play 3. Sandy Kuntzelman An earnest girl with a big smile and a cheerful heart. Annual Staff 3,4; Band 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 3,4; F.H.A. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 2,3,4); F.T.A. 1,2; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4 (Camp 3, Sporthead 4); Newspaper 1,2,3,4; Pom Pom 1,2; Sextet 1,2,3,4; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4; Student Council 2,3 (Officer 3). HOUGHTON STUDIO 8 E. Main St. Mt. Morris, 111. 18 Lenny Martin He's not one to waste words. F.F.A. 1,2,3,4; Play 3. Jim Miller He has a quiet look, but so does dynamite. Basketball 2; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 4); Football 2,3,4; Homecoming Court 4; Lettermen 2,3,4 (Officer 4). Jim Newcomer She has a smile of friendliness for all who know her. Chorus 3,4; Dramatics 3,4; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4 (Sporthead 3,4); Play 3; Librarian 3,4; S.O.S. 2,3,4. Quiet in appearance--with motive unknown. F.F.A. 1,2,4 (Officer 4); Stage Props 3. Linda Osbaugh JENKIN'S CLEANERS Where Quality Is an Actuality Oregon, Illinois 19 NEW ROADS BEGIN Bert Patterson He's not one to stand and watch the world go 'round. Annual Staff 3; Band 1,2,3,4; Baseball 3,4; Basketball 1,2,3,4; Boys' State 3; Class Officer 1,2; F.F.A. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 2,3,4); Football 1,2,3,4 (Co-Captain 4, MVP 4); Homecoming Court 2,3, King 4; Play 3; Lettermen 2,3,4; Student Council 1,2,3,4. Marilyn Schelling Beauty of character makes all things beautiful. Annual Staff 2,3,4 (Editor 4); Band 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Class Officer 2,3,4; Dance Band 1,2,3,4; Dramatics 3,4; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4 (Sporthead 4, Camp 3); Girls' State 3; F.F.A. Sweetheart Candidate 3; Homecoming 1,3,4, Queen 4; Play 3; Li- brarian 3; Sextet 1,2,3,4; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4; Student Council 3,4. Marcia Wilson Rather than love, than money, than fame, give me truth. Band 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,3,4; Class Officer 1; Dance Band 1,2,3,4; Dixieland Band 3,4; Dramatics 3,4; F.T.A. 1; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4 (Camp 4, Sporthead 2,4, Officer 3); Play 3; Newspaper 1,2,3,4; Pom Pom 2,3,4; Sextet 1,2,3,4; S.O.S. 1,2,3,4 (Officer 2,4). Friendly always, cheerful, blessed with common sense. Annual Staff 4; Band 1,2,3,4; Chorus 1,2,4; Dramatics 4; F.T.A. 1,3 (Officer 1,3); G.A.A. 1,2,4; Girls' State 3; Homecoming Court 4; Newspaper 1,2,4 (Editor 4); Sextet 1,2; S.O.S. 1,2,4. Compliments of CASHWAY FEED SERVICE Bob Tillou Leaf River, Illinois 738-2317 Kathie Wittenbeck 20 HIGHWAYS ARE Compliments of J. L. WADE Viking Bernina Sales Service Byron, Illinois FORRESTON VETERINARY SERVICE Drs. Turner, Strahn, Manser Phone 938-3538 22 HAPPY WAYS Homecoming Court: Freshmen--D. Brown, S. Penn; Juniors--J. Schrader, J. Patchin; Seniors--E. Fogle, K. Wittenbeck, B. Patterson, M. Schelling, C. Heater, J. Miller; Sophomores--S. Davis, N. Branscomb; 64 Royalty--A. Kuntzelman, S. Greenwood. The Homecoming week-end started off with the Pep-Rally Thursday night. At the rally spirits were high and the appearance of the De- mon had an even greater effect on the students than expected. On Friday night the tension was overwhelm- ing with hopes that we would win our last home game of the season. During the game Alumni were renewing old friendships but with a watchful eye on the game. Then it happened! The Demons defeated the Franklin Center Eagles with a score of 42 to 12. The dance was soon underway with excite- ment mounting as to who would be the Royalty for 1965. Marilyn Schelling and Bert Patterson were selected for the honor of Homecoming Queen and King. As the night wore on, the dance proved to be a success and then that old melancholy song, Good-Night Sweetheart, told all that the dance was over, ending the 1965 Football Sea- son. Royalty for 1965 Compliments of SMITH MOTOR SALES Forreston, Illinois Phone 938-2131 Compliments of FORRESTON STATE BANK Forreston, Illinois Member L.D.J.C. I’M A FAMILY CRISIS Left to Right: R. Craven, E. Beard, T. Satterfield, H. Bolen, J. Patchin, B. Bomeman, C. Greenwood, J. Kahley, C. Wittenbeck, J. Carpenter, S. Hartje, P. Krause. To the class of 67 the junior class play was something special. It started out with all the enthusiasm that they needed and ended with ten times more! As the weeks passed, the junior amateurs became grumpy and out of sorts. They were all certain it would be a flop! As the deadline approached, they buckled down to work and literally rode to victory! MT. MORRIS DRESS SHOP Mt. Morris, Illinois Fran Ruth Compliments of GAMBLES Mt. Morris Illinois 24 Boy! You sure sound nuts. Fresh! Down the Hatch! FAULKNER BUILDERS, Forreston, 111. General Contracting Residential, Commercial and Farm 25 KANEY'S FURNITURE Where the Best Sells for Less Forreston, Illinois THE CURIOUS SAVAGE L. to R.: (STANDING) E. Fogle, K. Wittenbeck, B. Patterson, M. Wilson, J. Baker, L. Harris, D. Buzzell. (SITTING) M. Schelling, J. Bowerman, C. Heater, V. Karrow. Fairy May .......................Cheryl Heater Florence.........................Marilyn Schelling Hannibal.........................Bert Patterson Jeffrey..........................Emerson Fogle Mrs. Paddy ......................Janet Baker Mrs. Savage......................Jane Bowerman Lily Belle ......................Marcia Wilson Senator Savage ..................Lisle Harris Judge Savage ....................Dennis Buzzell Miss Willie...................... Kathie Wittenbeck Dr. Emmett.......................Vinde Karrow On April Fool's Day, the Glass of '66 displayed their dramatic talent. The cast and other members of the class thoroughly enjoyed their last group project. The setting of the play was a mental institution and through their portrayal of the characters, the cast gained insight into the problem of mental illness. LIGHT'S JEWELRY 117 S. Wesley Mt. Morris, 111. DEWEY'S GULF SERVICE Hitt Wesley . . Mt. Morris, III. 26 27 28 welcome tq From the road. LRHS looks like any small town high school. L. R. C. M. S. ul hon. 3S '-pr 'encJly S+uderrf si Here's the study hall, where students seem to study. Now and then one accidently learns something! We'll enter through the main door, and the first thing we see is . . . The trophy case f Here the fruits of victory from athletic and music contests are displayed. Also displayed is one old bald eagle. After a successful witch hunt, students rally to prepare the fire. This picture shows the gym during one of the more exciting basketball games! A group of the high so- c iety students get to- gether to discuss the latest fashions. Although we often laugh about school, we really enjoy it, and consider it our Home away from home! PECATONICA HARDWARE Compliments of the Smith's Pecatonica, Illinois DURAND STATE BANK Growing with the Community Member FDIC 29 STOP! This year for prom the Leaf River Juniors and Seniors took the high road to Chestnut Mountain Lodge. They started the wheels moving when they boarded the buses at 8 A.M. On arriving at the lodge, everyone was kept busy with horseback riding, swimming, bicycling, and simply goofing around. Later in the afternoon the girls disappeared to spend the next four hours preparing for the wonderful evening awaiting them. FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF WINNEBAGO Serving You Is Our Only Business Member FDIC THRIFT DEPT. STORE Clothing and Shoes for the Entire Family Polo, 111. 30 LOOK! Students walked the plank to board the river boat which took them on a Mississippi cruise. LISTEN! Toastmaster Erick Beard intro- duced the Junior Ensemble, which sang the theme song, Moon River. Junior class president, Greg Jones, yielded the right-of- way to the speaker, Mr. Anderson. Students signed memory books while enjoying a delicious meal. BANK OF PECATONICA Large Enough to Serve You Small Enough to Know You.’ 31 PECATONICA LOCKER COMPANY Eickman Slaughter Seward 247-2540 oq •m ROADSIDE RECREATION ROW ONE: M. Schelling, C. Heater, L. Schreiber, S. Mayer, M. Beard, M. Wilson, S. Hartje, ROW TWO: K. Hartje, E. Beard, C. Heater, J. Stark, J. Carpenter, STANDING: Mr. Anderson, B. Stine, R. Conkey, B. Stark, T. Satterfield. The Demonaires were in competition with thirty other stage bands at the Illinois State Fair this year. They received a Group II rating under the direction of Sidney Anderson. They performed at the Sock Hops after several football and basketball games. They were well received at the games and when they played for the Lions Club Banquet and the Spring Concert. The Dixieland Band and the I DO WANNA Brass were formed out of the Demonaires. CAMEO BEAUTY SALON Esther E. Fry Seward, Illinois 32 SEWARD PRODUCE SUPPLY Seward, 111. Ph. 247-2105 SCENIC VIEW LEFT TO RIGHT: R. Griffin, D. Wehmeyer, J. Stark, M. Moede, K. Maxwell, R. Conkey, G. Fogle, A. Butter baugh, B. Stark. To be able to take good pictures, you first have to learn how to operate the camera. The camera club saw several films showing the development of the camera and its use. The annual staff photographers consulted Mr. Moede who gave them helpful hints. It is hoped that through the camera club the members will increase their understanding and enjoyment of photography. SEWARD LUMBER COAL Phone Seward 247-2110 Seward, Illinois REDDING APPLIANCE AND FURNITURE STORE Mt. Morris, Illinois Phone: 734-4210 CHILDREN AT PLAY STANDING: K. Wittenbeck, P. Krause, B. Long, J. Baker, J. Bowerman, M. Wilson, B. Brown, S. Cook, T. Satter- field, SECOND ROW: S. Kuntzelman, C. Wittenbeck, V. Karrow, V.-Pres.; D. Dooyen, Pres.; T. Baker, Sec.- Treas.j S. Hartje, M. Schelling, FIRST ROW: F. Ingram, S. Fischer, L. Osbaugh, J. Patchin, C. Greenwood, V. Hamilton, C. Heater. Playing wasn't all the Dramatics Club did this year! The ambi- tious club began the year by putting on two one-act comedies. A lot of work went into Cabbages and Great Smokies, but it was worth the success with which the plays met. To add to the Christmas spirit, members of the Dramatics Club wrote and produced a Christmas musical, The Night Before. This colorful play took place in Santa's workshop and most of the characters were toys. It was the first musical in L. R. for many years, but judging by its reception, it won't be the last. At club meetings, Mrs. Esterly, the club advisor, led discussions on the phases of dramatics and members entertained with skits. The goal of the club was to provide a better understanding of dramatics. Mrs. Esterly, Advisor ACKER'S SHOE STORE 101 South Wesley Ave. Mt. Morris, Illinois MT. MORRIS DRY GOODS The Friendly Place To Shop Mt. Morris, Illinois 35 CURVES AHEAD FROM TOP: M. Wilson, K. Wittenbeck, P. Buttel, D. Norup, M. Schelling, C. Heater, K. Wittenbeck, D. Phillips, P. Krause, C. Kielsmeier, S. Davis, K. Cowan, J. Carpenter, J. Patterson, V. Karrow, S. Fischer, B. Brown, J. Baker, T. Baker, L. Osbaugh, S. Kuntzelman, S. Cook, C. Wittenbeck, S. Winche, M. Deen, T. Satterfield, C. Snyder, M. Bell, J. Bowerman, J. Schrader, C. Greenwood, B. Long, J. Bennett, M. Snyder, R. DeForge, S. Hartje, V. Lomax, S. Mayer, D. Brown, R. Dewitt, M. Andrews, L. Schreiber, S. White, F. Pini, D. Martin, S. Green- wood, V. Hamilton, J. Patchin, L. Jenkins, C. Schulz, R. Craven, R. Craven, I. Ingram, G. Pool, W. Pool, Ad- visor Mrs. Jenkin. L. to R.: V. Karrow, L. Osbaugh, S. Kuntzelman, T. Baker, B. Brown, C. Heater, J. Baker, M. Wilson, S. Cook, C. Green- wood, J. Bowerman, M. Schelling, S. David, T. Satterfield. GRIFFITH LUMBER CO. Phone 645-2216 Stillman Valley, 111. 36 FRONT ROW: J. Baker, S. Fischer, V. Karrow, S. Kuntzelman, B. Brown, D. Dooyen, S. Cook. SECOND ROW: S. Winche, D. Norup, J. Bowerman, T. Baker, M. Dean, D. Phillips, C. Snyder. THIRD ROW: P. Krause, M. Bell, P. Buttel, K. Wittenbeck, K. Cowan, P. Becker, C. Kielsmier. ADVISOR: Mrs. Duncan. WHAT IS AN FHA GIRL? An FHA Girl is one who will face the future with Warm Courage and High Hope. She will have a clear consciousness of seeking Old and Precious Values. She is a builder of homes, Homes for America's Future. Homes where living will be the expression of everything Good and Fair, Homes where Truth, Love, Security, and Faith Will be Realities, Not Dreams. For she is a girl who will face the future with The Warmest of Courage and the Highest of Hope. WILLIAMS ELECTRONIC LAB 3 N. Wesley Avenue Mt. Morris Dial 734-6123 LINCOLN MUTUAL COUNTY FIRE INSURANCE CO. 15 S. Wesley Avenue Mt. Morris, 111. 37 ACROSS TOP TO BORROM: D. Dooyen, R. DeForge, C. Kielsmier, K. Wittenbeck, C. Wittenbeck, T. Satter- field, I. Ingram, J. Carpenter, C. Greenwood, J. Bowerman, D. Hall, M. Andrews, T. Baker, V. Lomax, R. De- Witt, J. Patchin, C. Schulz, L. Osbaugh, S. Mayer, D. Phillips, S. Winche, B. Brown, C. Heater, M. Schelling, D. Brown, L. Jenkins, D. Norup, J. Bennett, C. Hartje, S. Kuntzelman, L. Schreiber, M. Snyder, K. Wittenbeck, S. Cook, J. Baker, S. Davis, V. Karrow, S. Fischer, M. Wilson, C. Snyder, V. Hamilton, P. Buttel, Mrs. Jenkin, M. Bell, S. Hartje, J. Patterson, K. Cowan. YEA DEMONS! GO! FIGHT! WIN! SPIRIT AT WORK This is the type of spirit the S.O.S. club has this year. They had a busy year cheering and sewing their blazers to create a look of uni- formity. Their blustering spirit and new blazers made the club members stand out as loyal supporters of the Demons. THE STILLMAN VALLEY NATIONAL BANK Over 82 Years of Community Service Member F.D.I.C. Fed. Res. Sys. 38 OUR SPARKPLUGS L-R: Coach Block, R. Borneman, J. Miller, J.Schrader, J. Cowan, E. Fogle, Coach Stevens. FIRST ROW: R. Lancaster, R. Branscomb, J. Grove, T. Mulford, B. Gallup, D. Wehmeyer, B. Patterson. This year the Demon Club sold Leaf River T-shirts for their main money-making project. They also con- tinued the sales of Demon duffel bags. At the last home football game, they sponsored a parent night. Following the game, they entertained their parents with coffee and donuts in the cafeteria. The boys contributed to the school spirit by wearing their letter sweaters each Friday. E. Fogle, Treas.; J. Cowan, Sgt. A.; V. Hamil- ton, Mascot; B. Patterson, Pres.; J. Miller, V. Pres. Compliments of KRETSINGER'S GARAGE Standard Service Leaf River, Illinois 39 F.T.A. SEATED L-R: P. Krause--Treas., J. Patchin—Sec., T. Satterfield--V. Pres., C. Green- wood--Pres. STANDING: J. Birkholz, H. Book, J. Bennett, K. Maxwell, C. Schulz, M. Snyder, L. Schreiber, Advisor Mr. Slick. LIBRARIANS L-R: Adviser Mrs. Asbury, F. Pini, D. Phillips, H. Book, C. Greenwood, V. Karrow, L. Osbaugh, M. Snyder. Compliments of MT. MORRIS CLEANERS Mt. Morris, Illinois ACKERS MEN'S WEAR For Men and Boys Mt. Morris, Illinois 40 THE NEWSPAPER . . . MOVES AHEAD This year the newspaper staff was composed of people who weren't afraid of work. To prove this fact, the staff began to put out a school newspaper, The Leaflet , again. Gary Fogle and Jim Stark covered sports and did their jobs well. Jeanne Patterson, Sharri Davis, Kara Witten- beck, and Linda Jenkins did all the club reports and some special features too. Chris Wittenbeck and Michele Snyder enjoyed themselves writing What Happens When. Marcia Wilson and Co-Editor Jane Bower man under- took the risky job of writing editorials, while Tonda Satterfield helped on a little bit of everything. Mark Beard, our artist, brightened up the paper with pictures, and Kenny Maxwell livened it up with his witty articles on events around school. Jerry Reynolds was kept busy reporting on the boys' organizations. Mrs. Mayer supervised all this activity with admirable calm. And what did Editor Kathie do? She just sat around and took credit for other people's work! Mark Beard and Kathie Wittenbeck talk with Tom Reay, at the annual Newspaper Seminar at Rock- ford. The entire staff attended, and copies of the school paper were discussed and evaluated. B H CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH INC. Mt. Morris Phone 734-6208 Sales and Service PIP'S DRIVE-IN 312 East Hitt Mt. Morris, Illinois 41 FFA ROW ONE: S. Gann, R. Branscomb, D. Riley, D. Buzzell, ROW TWO: H. Book, R. Williams, A. Butterbaugh, D. Osbaugh, ROW THREE: D. Barnhart, B. Patterson, Adviser Mr. Asbury, B. Miller, J. Grove, A. Gasmund, J. Bauer, M. Newcomer, L. Freeze, ROW FOUR: D. Kretsinger, D. Hilliard, J. Miller, S. Pair, ROW FIVE: B. Car- penter, R. Dummer, J. Newcomer, C. Pool, ROW SIX: D. Stine; R. Mail and, B. Carpenter, R. Clapper, G. Ackerman, N. Branscomb, G. Harleman, E. Fogle, L. Harris, L. Martin, B. Dixon, L. Engle. E. Fogle, V. Pres.; B. Patterson, Pres.; J. Miller, Sec.; STANDING: L. Harris, Sentinel, J. Newcomer, Re- porter; J. Bauer, Treas.; Mr. Asbury, Adviser. JIM'S BARBER SHOP Mt. Morris, Illinois Phone 734-4017 42 HOUGH HARDWARE CO. 13 E. Main St. Mt. Morris, Illinois AG PROJECTS ZICKUHRS DRUG WALGREEN AGENCY Mt. Morris, Illinois Phone 734-4216 Ralph Zickuhr, R.Ph. MT. MORRIS LEATHER CANVAS Congratulations to the Class of '66 Mt. Morris, Illinois 43 STEERING COLUMN In the past years the Student Council has been very active; 1965-66 was no different. The year started out with the traditional bon fire and Homecoming Dance. Sock hops and record dances were frequent, thanks to our Student Council. At Christmas time they all chipped in to decorate the tree and plan the party. Later in the year came a semi-formal dance. With the help of Student Council, this year has been more enjoyable for every- one. Compliments to the Class of 66 TASTEE-FREEZ Leaf River SEATED: B. Patterson, C. Heater — Pres., M. Schelling. Left to right: J. Birkholz, R. Branscomb, D. Brown, K. Maxwell, J. Patchin, E. Beard, J. Patterson--Sec.-Treas., N. Branscomb, G. Jones, Mr. Lessen-- adviser. Do the Monster Mash? Start of a big weekend! •'j MELODY LANE BOTTOM L. to R.: R. Griffin, R. Conkey, D. Riley, M. Beard, K. Maxwell, G. Ackerman, J. Stark, B. Borne- man, G. Fogle. STANDING: J. Patchin, S. Schulz, C. Snyder, L. Jenkins, G. Pals, B. Stark, S. Gann, T. Baker, D. Norup, G. Pool, S. Mayer, J. Carpenter, 2nd ROW: Mr. Anderson (director), D. Dooyen, P. Krause, D. Phil- lips, C. Heater, R. DeWitt, S. Davis, M. Bell, J. Bennett, B. Long, J. Baker, T. Satterfield, 3rd ROW: S. Green- wood, J. Schrader, C. Hartje, C. Kielsmier, R. DeForge, L. Schreiber, S. Kuntzelman, L. Osbaugh, R. Craven, S. Cook, M. Schelling, S. Hartje, K. Wittenbeck, 4th ROW: D. Stine, V. Karrow, M. Andrews, B. Ingram, R. Craven, C. Greenwood, V. Lomax, D. Brown, B. Brown, S. Fischer, C. Wittenbeck, M. Wilson, E. Beard. Mr. Anderson, our chorus director, is always looking for ways to improve the sound of the chorus. This year he decided to have two separate choruses; a mixed chorus and a concert choir. This plan was not put into effect until after the Christmas concert. The concert choir, which presented the Spring Concert; went to contest, along with many smaller vocal ensembles. LEAF RIVER LUMBER CO. Building Materials--Coal--Farm Supplies Leaf River, Illinois 45 FRED COOK GARAGE General Repairing Phone 738-2515 THE BAND THAT’S ROW 1: S. Mayer, J. Patterson, E. Fogle. ROW 2: S. Kuntzelman, P. Krause, F. Pini, L. Jenkins. ROW 3: V. Lomax, M. Andrews, D. Stine, J. Greenfield, B. Beard, D. Wells, B. Kilker, T. Satterfield, C. Wittenbeck, T. Reynolds. ROW 4: B. Bomeman, K. Hartje, D. Buzzell, B. Gallup, K. Maxwell, H. Bolen, G. Fogle, K. Witten- beck, D. Riley, J. Bennett, S. Conkey, K. Wittenbeck, B. Zopp. The high school band really went places this year as it has been doing in the past eight years that our direc- tor, Mr. Anderson, has been here. This year we moved up to class C competition at contest and received a superior rating which made everyone quite proud of themselves. Being the smallest school in this class, no one had too much hope of winning the Sweepstakes. We were overjoyed when he learned we had tied for third place. ROYAL BLUE FOOD STORE Fine Food for Fine Folks Mt. Morris Phone 734-6138 46 THE DEE LUX SHOP Complete T.V. Sales and Service Mt. Morris, Illinois GOING PLACES ROW 1: C. Hartje, L. Schreiber, M. Schelling. ROW 2: D. Brown, C. Heater, B. Brown, S. Cook, S. Hartje. ROW 3: J. Patterson, J. Patchin, M. Beard, M. Wilson, D. Buskohl, B. Bomeman, L. Blake, J. Carpenter, J. Stark, C. Heater. ROW 4: M. Lewis, B. Stine, R. Conkey, B. Patterson, E. Beard, B. Stark, K. Wilson, Q. Davis, S. Gann, V. Hamilton, B. Long, G. Pals, Mr. Anderson, S. Davis. This year the band will lose nine Seniors. These Seniors were the first students Mr. Anderson started out on instruments. He graciously endured their wrong notes and sour chords and taught them how to produce beautiful tones. The Seniors will miss band and they will be missed from the band, but under the superb direction of Mr. Anderson the band in coming years will continue to improve as it has done each year. As we look back over the years, anyone can see that the Leaf River High School Band has really gone places and will continue to do so. Compliments SMART WEAR Mount Morris, 111 DR. L. M. STAUFFER Optometrist Mt. Morris, Illinois MARCHING ALONG TOP TO BOTTOM L-R: H. Bolen, C. Heater, B. Long, G. Fogle, S. Kuntzelman, D. Wells, R. DeWitt, M. An- drews, J. Greenfield, P. Krause, F. Pini, L. Schreiber, M. Schelling, S. Davis, K. Maxwell, C. Hartje, L. Jenkins, D. Brown, K. Wilson, G. Pals, B. Bomeman, B. Gallup, K. Hartje, D. Buzzell, Q. Davis, D. Buskohl, B. Borneman, V. Hamilton, J. Carpenter, L. Blake, S. Gann, J. Stark, D. Riley, S. Mayer, D. Stine, V. Lomax, B. Beard, E. Fogle, J. Patterson, M. Beard, M. Wilson, C. Heater, S. Hartje, S. Cook, T. Satterfield, B. Brown, C. Wittenbeck, T. Reynolds, J. Patterson, K. Wittenbeck, J. Patchin, J. Bennett, B. Kilker, B. Zopp, S. Conkey, K. Wittenbeck, J. Patchin, J. Bennett, B. Kilker, B. Zopp, S. Conkey, K. Wittenbeck, B. Stark, B. Stine, E. Beard, B. Pattenson, R. Conkey, M. Lewis. STEVE'S BODY SHOP Phone 734-4548 Mt. Morris, Illinois 48 BEN FRANKLIN STORE Mt. Morris, Illinois THE RACE IS ON Senior Vocal Sextet Woodwind Quintet 49 Junior Vocal Sextet Boys' Vocal Octet 50 THE IGNITION SYSTEM FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: S. Kuntzelman, C. Heater, M. Schelling, S. Cook, V. Lomax, S. Mayer, L. Jenkins, D. Brown. The ignition system of an automobile produces an electric spark that gives the car power to move. Cheerleaders possess a similar spark that incites the fans to cheering. This year the fans were fired with this certain spark at every game. The basketball boys always received a tremendous roar when they advanced on the floor. In spite of the season this year, the cheerleaders were constantly arousing school spirit in everyone near them. It is a benefit to any team to have the cheerleaders lead the student body behind them whether they win or lose. This year the Demons had a poor season, but we were the champions in spirit. FAFNIS ELECTRIC Contracting Service Leaf River, Illinois FELKER PHARMACY Reliable Prescription Service Phone 734-4188, Mt. Morris, III. 52 KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE ROAD J. Patterson, C. Greenwood, J. Baker, S. Davis, D. Phillips, M. Wilson. BEST IN THE LAND During the halves of most our home games You've seen six great girls--here are their names. Marcia come first; she's really neat, And we can't forget Janet; she's very sweet. That takes care of our Seniors two. Now read on to see what our Junior can do. Connie comes next; she's really great! To see her perform we just can't wait. The Sophomore kids are next in line. The way they dance is mighty fine. Sharri has rhythm that's really keen And Jean can remember every routine. Debbie looks sharp in her blue and white, She's the freshman that makes the guys want to fight! So let's all give them a great big hand 'Cause our pom pon girls are the best in the land! POGGIOU AND SONS Royal Blue Store General Merchandise 53 Compliments of O. L. CAPES Leaf River, Illinois MEN AT WORK LEAF RIVER VALLEY TELEPHONE CO. Leaf River, Illinois 54 LEAF RIVER COIN LAUNDRY Why Buy Wash and Dry PROCEED WITH CAUTION KNODLE'S GARAGE We Give S H Green Stamps Dial: 738-2319 Leaf River, 111. NEWCOMER'S GARAGE Body and Fender Work Phone 738-2882 55 UNDER CONSTRUCTION L-R: R. Engle, R. Branscomb, G. Fogle. TOP ROW: A. Butterbaugh, R. Conkey, S. Lancaster, B. Gallup, J Grove, B. Carpenter, S. Penn, B. Carpenter. F SCORES LR 18 Byron 6 LR 0 Forreston 12 LR 7 Stillman 14 LR 7 Pecatonica 12 This year our Frosh-Soph football team showed great promise for the coming Varsity team. Our first game was Byron with which the young team had no trouble; but the next games showed we were not unbeatable. All in all we had a good season, thanks to Coach Moede. PIONEER SEED CORN Ralph DeWitt Egan, Illinois Compliments of BOB FRY AND SMITH OIL CORP. Leaf River, 738-2312 56 57 PRIDE OF THE DEMONS Ron Conky Jim Schrader Ron Lancaster Em Fogle Jim Cowan Bob Borne man Congratulations to CHET KOBEL The Graduating Class of 66 Heating--Air Conditioning--Plumbing BYRON FOOD MART 58 Byron, Illinois Phone 234-4411 Although these boys won only a small percentage of their games, the fans were filled with pride when they took to the court. We knew that they had prac- ticed long and hard. During the games, they played with determina- tion beyond compare, taking victory sportingly and defeat graciously. Steve Penn Compliments of BLACKHAWK PRODUCTION CREDIT ASSOCIATION Pecatonica, Illinois Ph. 239-2101 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF BYRON Byron, Illinois Member of F.D.I.C. 59 FROSH-SOPH BASKETBALL L. to R.: Coach Stevens, T. Mulford, J. Grove, N. Branscomb, D. Riley, D. Wehmeyer, J. Birkholz, S. Gann, T. Reynolds, B. Stark, R. Conkey, S. Lancaster. The Frosh-Soph basketball team did well this year considering their lack of experience. They had the desire to win, but they didn't have the potential. Nevertheless, they topped last year's record by winning four games. The five sophomores will be moving up to var- sity, but everyone is hoping that the in-coming freshmen will help boost next year's team to victory. BLACKHAWK GARDENS GREENHOUSES Oregon, 111. Phone 732-2547 Compliments of BINGO KUNTZELMAN Oregon, Illinois DOWN THE HOME STRETCH FRONT ROW L-R: S. Lancaster, R. Branscomb, B. Gallup, N. Branscomb, B. Patterson, T. Mulford. BACK ROW: Coach Stevens, E. Fogle, S. Penn, J. Grove, J. Schrader, J. Cowan, Coach Block. FRONT ROW L-R: B. Bomeman, R. Conkey, G. Fogle, R. Branscomb, T. Mulford, B. Patterson, R. Dummer. BACK ROW: Coach Block, D. Wehmeyer, N. Branscomb, B. Carpenter, J. Schrader, B. Carpenter. DECKER WALGREEN AGENCY Gerald W. Laughlin, R.Ph. Oregpn, Illinois PINEWAY SUPERMARKET 10th Pines Road Oregon, 111. Open daily 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 62 WHICH WAY FORWARD? FRONT ROW L. TO R.: Jane Patchin, Susan Fischer, Teresa Baker, Brenda Brown, Jane Bowerman, Sandy Kunt- zelman, Linda Osbaugh, Jim Cowan. SECOND ROW: Dennis Buzzell, Marilyn Schelling, Cheryl Heater, Janet Baker, Vinde Karrow, Marcia Wilson, Kathie Wittenbeck, Diana Dooyen, Lenny Martin. THIRD ROW: Lyle Freeze, Jim Newcomer, Lisle Harris, Jim Miller, Emerson Fogle, Bert Patterson, Jim Bauer, Don Kretsinger. With the ropes of the past, we will ring the bells of the future. Class Flower: Yellow Rose Class Colors: Mint Green and Silver 64 VALEDICTORIAN Marilyn Schelling SALUTATORIAN Vinde Karrow SENIOR S. Kuntzelman V. Karrow M. Wilson SEXTET M. Schelling C. Heater J. Baker 65 In the fall of 1962, the incoming Freshmen showed the usual doubts and fears about high school. They were a little in awe of upperclassmen, teachers, and high school in general. They began to feel as if they were a part of the school when they served refreshments at the Homecoming Dance. By the end of their Freshman year they had adjusted fairly well. The Sophomore year came and those who had survived through the Freshman year returned, eager to make a mark in school. To show their ambition and ingenuity, the Sophomores put on a hayride in the fall. They put work into this project and although it only earned them a small profit, they gained needed experience. During the winter the Sophomores managed the coatcheck stand, their only other money- raising project that year. As Juniors they really started working. The magazine drive in the fall, and the concession stand in the winter kept everyone busy. The arrival of the Junior rings was another big day; and the Junior play met with success. In the spring the Juniors spent time preparing a lovely prom for the Seniors. Finally, they were SENIORS! The three preceding years had all been but the prelude to this final year. The class earned distinction in many ways. Members of the class of '66 were leaders in every activity and the boys also led the athletic teams. Homecoming was a major event. The two members of the class who represented it ruled as King and Queen. Marilyn Schelling and Bert Patterson made a very regal couple. The Senior play was the main activity of the class, and it was well received by the audience. Many hours of work went into it. The class voted to give additional amplifiers as the class gift. As Graduation Day neared, preparation of the stage in the gym began. The girls gathered and made flower arrangements for the stage. Two large bells, bearing the class motto, WITH THE ROPES OF THE PAST, WE WILL RING THE BELLS OF THE FUTURE, were suspended over the podium. The Senior girls' sextet provided the music, a lovely ren- dition of Dear Heart. Marilyn Schelling was Valedictorian and Vinde Karrow was Salutatorian. The Seniors will miss school and the friends they nave made and it was hard to say good-by. The Sen- iors enjoyed their four years in high school and hope they contributed to its progress. They set a high standard for other classes to achieve. As is every class, they were unique. BEMIS MOTOR CO. Ford Sales and Service Oregon--Byron, Illinois INDEX NOTION CO. 404 Washington Oregon, Illinois 66 fcfjlspsil tSfgpJil YEARLY HONORS YEARLY HIGH HONORS FRESHMEN Dennis Riley 4.59 Lu Ann Schreiber Mike Lewis 4.34 Gary Fogle 4.34 Gary Pals 4.33 Susan Mayer 4.25 Dana Brown 4.17 Ruth DeWitt 4.08 Debbie Phillips 4.08 Ron Conkey 4.00 Steve Penn 4.00 SOPHOMORES Sharri Davis 4.59 None Jeanne Patterson 4.50 David Wehmeyer 4.25 Ken Maxwell 4.17 JUNIORS Tonda Satterfield 4.27 John Kahly Roger Borgman 4.00 Rowena Craven 4.00 SENIORS Cheryl Heater 4.58 Marilyn Schelling Marcia Wilson 4.50 Vinde Karrow Jane Bowerman 4.17 Brenda Brown 4.17 Kathie Wittenbeck 4.09 Emerson Fogle 4.00 KABLE PRINTING CO. 404 N. Wesley Ave. Mt. Morris, 111. SPIRITLAND STOP-OVER Fresh-Soph Cheerleaders The theme for this 1965-66 season proved to be the per- fect one for this occasion. The Athletic Banquet was held on March 24 at the high school cafeteria. The meal was prepared and served by the SOS Club. Not only were the Athletes and Coaches honored but also the Cheerleaders, Pom Pon Girls, SOS Members, and their advisor, Mrs. Jenkin. It is hoped that a tradition will be established and that the SOS Club will plan this banquet for many more years. Sportsmanship and Free Throw Award Emerson Fogle MVP Football Bert Patterson Pom Pon Girls and Advisor Mrs. Jenkins GILBERT HARDWARE CO. Your Hardware Men Oregon, 111. PUTNAM PHOTOGRAPHY FRAMING Phone 732-6361 Oregon, 111. SIGNS OF THE TIMES FFA SWEETHEART JOHN PHILLIP SOUSA BETTY CROCKER Bob Borneman Greg Jones Erick Beard John Kahly Tonda Satterfield Rowena Craven KABLE NEWS COMPANY 16 S. Wesley Avenue Mount Morris, Illinois Compliments of PHYL'S FLOWERS 320 Washington St. Oregon, Illinois Marilyn Schnelling Cheryl Heater BOY'S STATE Delegates Alternates GIRLS' STATE Delegate Alternate Marilyn Schnelling Kathie Wittcnbcck L.R.H.S. AT PLAY Just hanging around. Fireball Patchin 1,2,3, blow, Seniors! The Lively Set Anticipation?? Hi there! Such Enthusiasm! The Lineup Show off! Sweet Hour of Prayer Now I lay me down to sleep. Paw Kettle U-m-m Good! DUH! !! The newest fash- ions around LRHS Cheer up! Hey, Ma, no cavities! Zap! Hall Patrolman A new dance? Black Like Me I just have to wash out a few things ... 71 The Annual Staff, with Editor Marilyn Schelling at the wheel, made their journey on Route '66. Handling the map, Greg Jones, Co-Editor, and Vinde Karrow, business manager, steered us always in the right direction. Sandy Kuntzelman and Jane Patchin used the same smiles shown here to gather ads. Bob Gallup and Bob Borneman covered sports events. Along the way, photographers Vicky Hamilton and Kathie Wittenbeck captured the scenic views. Rowena Craven and Sharri Davis spent hours preventing the trip from becoming dull, with their original ideas. And of course, our advisor, Mrs. Asbury, kept the whole group going by pushing us along with advice and suggestions. 72 Members of Annual Staff go ad hunting in a more modem vehicle! ■