Luther L Wright High School - Hematite Yearbook (Ironwood, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1953 volume:

THE HEMATITE 1953 LUTHER L. WRIGHT HIGH SCHOOL I It 0IIIV OOO MICHIGAN Foreword At various times in recent years students have asked why our school annual is called the Hematite. -Originally the word hematite was used in a school yell, and then later it was applied to the yearbook. The following explanation was written by Mr. J. B. Patrick, principal of our high school at one time. H-E-M-A-T-I-T-E Rah’ Rah.’ Rah Good. Good’ Good! hematite: hematite: ironwood: When the Ironwood High School yell was chosen several years ago, the selection was most appropriate, for it contains the name of the element which is particularly typical of this mining community, an element which forms the very nucleus of our existence, that which contributes essentially to our prosperty, the rich product of our rugged hills in whose depths it lay hidden for ages--HEMATITE. Hematite is the most valuable ore of iron. The ores mined in Ironwood and on the Gogebic Range are a soft, red hematite containing hydrated and some blue steel hematite. There is apparently no limit to the supply of this ore, for in recent years the problem of deep iron mining has been mastered, mining methods have steadily advanced, powerful modern machinery has supplanted obsolete types, and vast bodies of the richest and purest ores in the world have been discovered. The name HEMATITE is from the Greek word HAIMA meaning “blood”, and was given to the mineral by the ancients from its fanciful resemblance to coagulated blood. It crystallizes in grapelike and globular masses with beautiful radiating fibrous structures and is of a deep brownish red to which is applied the name Red Hematite. First discovered in Britain it appeared today in vast quantities in various parts of the United States, notably in Northern Minnesota, Gogebic County, and tne Marquette District in Michigan and in Northern Wisconsin. Indications of the “Bloodstone”, as red hematite is sometimes called, are everywhere in evidence in our locality: the very soil is teeming with it; its deep red color lends a picturesque element to our landscape; it is sufficiently spectacular to attract the attention of our visitors, who comment with admiration on the “red dirt”, and if those visitors were to arrive upon a rainy day they would be impressed with the blood-red rivulets and the glory pools that are everywhere conspicuous. The Ironwood High School color was selected to perpetuate our native color—not cardinal, not maroon, not the common red, but that color of magnificent lustre, which has an individuality of its own and which is peculiar to Red Hematite alone. Symbolizing, as it does, wealth, because of its great intrinsic value; beauty, because of its rare color; health, because of its fancied resemblance to rich red, warm heart-blood pulsating with life; harmony, because of its natural blending with the native soil of which it is a component part; it is but fitting that our Annual Publication--THE HEMATITE--should bear the name of this important mineral which so lavishly contributes to our welfare. In Retrospect and Prospect Arthur E. Erickson Recently a Founder’s Day Program for the P.T.A. was presented before a capacity audience at the Sleight School. The theme of the meeting was ‘‘Respect for Tradition . This is a most important idea, urgently needing to be observed in schools nowadays. All was not bad with things past, and much needs to be preserved for the future. In the Ironwood schools, after nearly a quarter century of experience, I dwell on the following remembrances of things past which need future observance, pride, and respect. The Ironwood schools have always had a nation-wide reputation for being good schools, with parents interested in keeping them that way. Luther L. Wright, in 1903, built one of the earliest “Domestic Science buildings in the United States. In 1907 he built the “Ironwood Manual Training Schools , with equipment and ideas far beyond the trend at that time. Then, as now, too many believed that those working with their hands deserved no training at public expense. In 1945 the shops were moved into the main building. This gave us a comprehensive high school, combining vocational shops, homemaking, commercial art, secretarial and accounting, agriculture, and academic courses, all in one building. The facilities of both academic and vocational departments are available to all. Since only one type of diploma is given, there are no second-class citizens in the Ironwood schools. Ironwood has always had strong, intelligent leadership in elementary supervision. This has given to the schools the final ten per cent of quality which would not otherwise be there. Ironwood has modern, fire-resistant buildings throughout the elementary, high school, and college levels. Military preparation of the students has not been neglected. We have had a high school R.O.T.C. since 1932, enrolling on a voluntary basis almost one hundred per cent of the potential number of students. The National Guard unit, which is very successful, is one of few in the United States connected with a college. The community college serves all the people, regardless of age or previous education. Started in 1932 as the Ironwood Junior College, it later became the Gogebic Junior College, in recognition of its service to the whole range. These are only a few of the traditions of this school of which we should all be proud and respectful. This is a good school and its only future is to become a better one. To do so requires high grade personnel, spurred on and supported by unselfish and intelligent leade rship. ARTHUR E. ERICKSON Dedication In recognition of his many years of service in the Ironwood school system, the members of the Class of 1953 resDectfully dedicate this 1953 Hematite to Mr. Arthur E. Erickson our Superintendent of Schools, who is retiring at the close of this school year. Mr. Erickson’s period of service, from 1929 to 1953, is a long one, including the depression and war years, as well as better times, through which our schools were guided safely. For all that he has contributed to the schools and to the community, we take this means of expressing our appreciation. We extend our best wishes to him for health and happiness in the future. STANDING: Mrs. Margaret Holmberg, Medro Iafolla, Robert R. Wright. Arthur E. Erickson. Albino Rigoni, John W. Best. SEATED: Edw� rd V'w.Uy Y. Ravey, Miss Alma Nelson. Board of Education President-----------------Wesley Y. Ravey President Pro-Tem.--------------John Best Secretary-----------------Miss Alma Nelson Treasurer---------------------Sigurd Jones Attorney------------------Robert R. Wright SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Arthur E. Erickson ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT R. Ernest Dear Members of the Board of Education are elected by school voters for terms of four years. Their service to the schools of Ironwood is given without compensation. Responsibility rests with the Board of Education for determining all school policy, approving the selection of all staff members, the courses to be taught, and the instructional materials to be used. The Board adopts and administers the annual budget. Many hours are spent by each member performing the duties for which he is elected. We. the members of the Senior Class of 1953, wish to express to the Board of Education our appreciation for all that they have done to aid us in our school careers. We realize that there are many things which are their concern of which we may have little or no knowledge. For their interest and their efforts on behalf of the schools of Ironwood we wish to thank them. A D M I N I S T R A T I O N F A C U L T Y JOHN KRAEMER - R. ERNEST DEAR Because Mr. Kraemer and Mr. Dear have worked so closely together this year in the administration of the high school, it is fitting that they be pictured together here at the beginning of the faculty section of our yearbook. Their titles varied during the year, but in the second semester Mr. Dear was officially Assistant Superintendent of Schools, as well as Principal of the HighSchool, while Mr. Kraemer was Assistant Principal, in addition to his other duties as a faculty member. In spite of their many duties and responsibilities they have remained cheerful and helpful at all times. The members of the Class of 1953 take this means of expressing to them our appreciation for all that they have done for us and the school. HELEN WHITE Vocal Music CLYDE HILL' Band Director FAYE SIVULA Homemaking FRANK BEDNAR English 9, 10, 11 Freshman Class Adviser Debate MARY McKEVITT Homemaking D. EMERSON FINE Mathematics MRS. EMMA HOUGH Assistant Librarian Girls' Physical Education CHARLES HOUGH Commercial Studies ZERA TABACCHI French, Latin Dramatic Club Cheerleaders Senior Class Play OSCAR.SJOWALL History Driver Education MRS. MABEL W. OAS English 9 NOAH WARREN Welding MAURICE BLOMILEY Manual Training JENNIE JOHNSON English 12, Latin National Honor Society HEMATITE Adviser JOHN KRZNARICH Social Studies Basketball Coach National Athletic Scholarship Society Senior Class Adviser CLARA ARENS Homemaking MARTIN ERICKSON Biology EVER1LLE KNIGHT Commercial Studies Girl Scouts JOHN KRAEMER Biology Director of Athletics Baseball and Track Coach I-Club MRS. ALMA MATTHEWSON English 11, 12 Girls’ Friendship League Future Teachers of America HOWARD WILLSON Chemistry IRENE GEL IN AS Librarian Library Club GUSTAVE SWANSON Machine Shop MRS. MARTHA HAUPT English 10. 12 MRS. IDA BATES English 10 KEYHOLE Editorial DONALD OLSON Physics Mathematics General Science RUTH B1RGE Modern History Red Peppers Sophomore Class Adviser ELMER MILLER Manual Training ROSA L. PAPE Commercial Studies Commercial Club JAMES HOCKING Agriculture Agriculture Club FRANK LEJEUNE String Instruments RICHARD HENTZ Commercial Art VICTORIA SENDEK School Nurse AMERICO MORTORELLI Social Studies Football Coach Physical Education 1-Club MAX NEWCOMB Manual Training SHIRLEY FltLD Mathematics RALPH SPENCER Social Studies Unicycle Club Assistant Football Coach MRS. VICTORIA VUKELICHGREIF Commercial Studies JOHN SARTOR1S Social Studies Student Council Junior Class Adviser JACK DE SAUTELLE History KEYHOLE Business MRS. ANN NICHOLLS Assistant Matron MRS. MINA COLLICK Girls Matron Office Personnel ALMA NELSON Secretary to the Superintendent Secretary to the School Board SHIRLEY BALLARD Principal’s Office GERALDINE TREMAIN Secretary's Office DORIS SYMONS Secretary’s Office ROSEMARY JELICH Child Accounting, Testing Book Store Clerk JEAN PEARSON Principal’s Office IN OUR OWN front yard SAFETY FIRST Seniors Senior Class Officers President------------------------------Bob Sertic Vice-President------------------------Mike Lucas Secretary ------------------ Tom Chiolino T reasurer Bob Pearson OEI.ORLS AHO “She has a heart with room for every joy.' Journalism 9, Bare! 9-12 (Sec.-Treas. 12). Honor Band 12, Library Club 12. RONALD AHOLA “A quiet fellow who keeps his head, yet he's far from being dead. Intramural Basketball 9-11, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Football 11. JOYCE AHONEN “The flower of grace always grows on a slender stalk. Club 9, Roosevelt Honor Society 9, Library Club 9. Journalism 9, Commercial Club 11, Girls' Volleyball 11. Prom Committee. Keyhole 12. Hematite, National Honor Society RONALD AHO “Pleasant is he and of good intent. Intramural Basketball 9-10 R.O.T.C. 10-12. RONALD AHLGREN Why worry when the world's so full of fun. Band 10-12, Honor Band 12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Intramural Basketball 10-12, Intramural Volleyball 12. SHIRLEY PARDON “She smiles upon us when we meet, and greets us pleasantly. Keyhole 12, Hematite. FLOYD AHONEN “To worry little, to study less, is my idea of happiness. 4-H Club 9, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Homeroom Secretary 10. EUGENE ALESSANDRONI 'Too much study weakens the brain. j Baseball 10-11, 1-Club 11-12. DONNA MAE A HO “Heart on her lips, and soul within her eyes. Roosevelt Honor Society 9, Journalism 9 (Co-editor), 4-H Club 9, Cheerleader 9, Band 9-12; Honor Band 12, Red Peppers 10, Latin Club 10-11, Girl Scouts 11-12, Library Club 9-11 (Sec. 9), Commercial Club 12, Drama Club 12, Hematite. JAMES M. ANDERSON “The easiest way is undoubtedly the best. ' Basketball 9, Intramural Basketball 9-10, R.O.T.C. 11-12. • HELEN BALE “The only way to have a friend is to be one.” Journalism 9, Latin Club 10-11, Girls' Volleyball 11, French Club 12, Drama Club 12. JACK ANDERSON “Those who from studies flee, they live long and merrily.” R.O.T.C. 10-12, Homeroom Vice-Pres. 1 1. HOWARD ASPINWALL “One cannot always be a hero, but one can always be a man. ' Basketball 9, Intramural Basketball 9-12, Football 9-11, Basketball Manager 11, Track 11, 1-Club 11-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Cross Country 12, Intramural Volleyball 12. PHYLLIS BURLO “Eyes that can’t be fathomed. 4-H Club 9-11 (Leader), Knitting Club 9, Art Club 10-12, Library Club 1 2. JAMES R. ANDERSON “His red hair is a bright crown for this jolly boy. Football 9, Intramural Basketball 9, R.O.T.C. 10-11, Art Club 12. CHARLOTTE BERG “Onward, O Onward, Time in thy flight. Make the bell ring before I recite. Choir 9-10, Library Club 10, Hematite. JULIE BO ROW LEC A woman's crowning glory is her hair.” FRANCIS BEAUCHAMP Not one word spoke he more than was needed.” R.O.T.C. 10-12, Cross Country 12, 1-Club 12, Track 12. ROSE CHORONZY We can't be glad and worry at the same time, so let's be glad.” KENNETH BOWMAN Drawing fills this boy with cheer. Who knows? It may be his career. Football 11, Baseball 11, R.O. T.C. 11-12, Art Club 12. GERALD BENNETTS Rum, turn, turn, went his big bass drum.” 4-H Club 9. Rifle Team 10, R.O.T.C. 10-12, R.O.T.C. Band 10-12, Band 10-12, Intramural Basketball 11-12. CHARLOTTE BIRCH A giggle � � worth a hundred groans at any market. Commercial Club 11-12. NIK BERGQU1ST Never trouble trouble, 'till trouble troubles you. •O.T.C. 10-12, Homeroom Treasurer 11, Rifle Team 11-12, Drill Team 11-12, Prom Committee, Cross Country 12, Track 12, Intramural Basketball 12, Homecoming Court, New Year's Ball. JERRY CORDA Hang sorrow, care will kill a cat —-so let's be merry. Basketball 9, Track 9-12, Football 9-12, Intramural Basketball 9-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Homeroom President 10, Baseball 11-12, 1-Club 11-12. RITA CVLNGROS “She worked with patience which means power. Latin Club 9-10. Red Pepper 10, Girl Scouts 10 (Vice-Pres ident 10), Girls’ Volleyball 11 Hematite. ROEERT CANNON When Irish eyes are smiling-'Tis like a morn in spring. Choir 9-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12. Color Guard 11, Male Quartet 12, Battalion Staff 12. FRANCES ELIAS Sugar and spice and everything nice.’’ Choir 9-10. TOM CHIOLINO I don’t mind work if someone else does it.' Football 9, Basketball 9-11, Track 10. Intramural Basketball 12, Senior Class Secretary. JAMES CVENCROS This learning, what a bore.’ Track 9, Intramural Volleyball 12. JOAN DIXON Silence in woman is like speech in man; deny it who can? BILL CURTIN Roosevelt wasn’t world-famous in high school either. R.O.T.C. 10-12 JEAN DIXON Speech is silver, but silence is golden.’’ CHARLLSDAYHARSH Bashful But oh, how nice when you know him. Intramural Basketball 9-10, Football 9-12, Track 9-10, Forensics 9-11, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Prom Committee, Radio Club 11-12,1-Club 12, Hematite, National Honor Society. ANTHONY CASAGRANDE ‘‘Every man is the architect of his own character.’ Basketball 9. R.O.T.C. 10-12. JEAN ERICKSON ‘There is such pleasure in thine eye, such music in thy tongue.” Homeroom President 9-10, Choir 9-11, Girls' Volleyball 11, Student Council 9-10,12, Homeroom Secretary 12, Girls’ Rifle Team 10-11, Drama Club 12, Homecoming Court. ROBERT DUNN “There is something about work that goes against my convictions.” Band 9-12, Honor Band 12, Football 10, R.O.T.C. 10-12. R.O. T.C. Band 10-12. LA VERNE ERICKSON ‘‘One reason why gentlemen prefer blondes.” Cheerleader 9, Choir 9, French Club 9-10, Band 10-12, Student Council 10, Junior Class Secretary, Prom Committee, Tumbling 11, Drama Club 12, He -matite, Honor Band 12, National Honor Society. JAMES DEM A RIO He is not only a scholar, but a gentleman and a good fellow.” Track 9-12, Cross Country 10-12, Intramural Volleyball 11, 1-Club 12, Intramural Basketball 12, Homeroom President 12. JOHN DRAGISH “Enjoy yourself.” Intramural Basketball 9-12, Basketball 9. R.O.T.C. 10-12. CARL FL1NK I make no man's creed my ow n. 4-H Club 9, Shop Club 9, Photography 9. Latin Club 10-11, Radio Club 10-12, National Honor Soe iety. DONNA ELLIS An equal mixture of good humor and good sense. Latin Club 9-10, Band 9-12; Honor Band 12, Keyhole 9-12 (Copy Editor 12), Forensics 9, 11, Student Council 10-12, Choir Accompanist 11-12, Girls’ State 11, National Honor Society 11 - 12, Hematite (Co-editor). FRANK DRAVECKY His smiles make your heart turn. ’’ Intramural Basketball 9, Homeroom President 9, Basketball 9-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Football 11-12,1-Club 11-12, Student Council 11, Junior Class President, Prom King, National Athletic Scholarship Society 11-12 Homeroom Vice-President 12, Intramural Volleyball 12, Homecoming Court. JUNE ESTOLA A good laugh is sunshine in any house. Roosevelt Honor Society 9, Journalism 9, Library Club 9, 4-H Club 9-12, Band 9-12, Tumbling 10-11, Prom Committee, Girls’ Volleyball 11, Latin Club 11-12, Honor Band 12, Hematite. RONALD ERICKSON He counts his sure gains and hurries back for more.’’ Journalism Club 9, Movie Club 9, 4-H Club 9-10, Radio Club 10-12 (Vice-Pres. 11-12), Stu-dentCouncil 12, Campus ohrist-tian Club 12. R.O.T.C. 10-11. ROBERT ERICKSON All great men are dead or dying; 1 don't feel well myself. Latin Club 9-10, Forensics 9-10, Track 9� -10, Football 9-10, Homeroom Secretary 9, R.O.T. C. 10-12, Homeroom President 10-11, Student Council 9-11, Intramural Basketball 9-12, Basketball 9-10. CAROLYN GOTTA A form more fair, a face more sweet, ne'er hath it been my lot to meet. Choir 9-12 (Vice-President 12), Latin Club 9-10, Hematite, Homeroom Secretary 10-11, Homeroom Vice-President 12, Keyhole 10-11, Drama Club 12, Future Teachers of America •11-12 (Sec. 11. Pres. 12). Commercial Club 11, Forensics 11, Prom Committee, National Honor Society. EDWIN ENFORS True merit is like a river; the deeper it is, the less noise it makes.’’ Football 9. R.O.T.C. 10-12, Baseball 1 1, I-Club 1 1-12.' JOAN GRANT Such girls, like pearls, are very rare. Choir 9, Latin Club 10-11 (T reasurer 1 1). JOHN FLEISCHBEIN The Presidential chair needs ingenious men like Lincoln, Hoover, and me.” Intramural Basketball 9-1 0, Student Council 12, Future Teachers of America 10-12 (Vice-President 12), RadioClub 11-12 (Sec.-Treas. 11) Homeroom Vice-President 10. National Honor Society 11-12, Homeroom Secretary 12, French Club 12, Campus Christian Club 12, Keyhole 12, Hematite. JACQUELINE HEIN “A sunny disposition goes a long way, Commercial Club 11-12 (Secretary 12), Hematite.New Year’s Ball. ----------- FRANK GREGORY He shines as prominently among his friends as he does in athletics.” Football 9-11, Basketball 9-12, Boys’ State 1 1, Latin Club 10. Track 9-12, Baseball 9-10, I-Club 9 -12, Student Council 9-11, freshman Glass Secretary, Homeroom President 11, National Athletic Scholarship Society 10-12, Prom Committee, New Year’s Ball. FLORENCE HANSEN “A lively girl who sfces the joys of life.” Red Peppers 9, Library Club 9, Latin Club 9-10, Commercial Club 11, Future Teachers of America 11-12 (Treas. 12), Girl Scouts 12, Radio Club 12 (Sec. 12) Hematite, Drama Club 12. NANCY ANN GREGORY “Fun and mischief are her chief companions.” Choir 9, Library Club 9, Latin Club 9-10, Future Teachers of America 11-12, Commercial Club 11-12, Keyhole 12, He-matite (Co-editor). National Honor Society. WILLIAM FAHRNER ‘‘Then give to the world the best you have, and the best will come back to you.” Basketball 9, Journalism 9, 4-HClub 9-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Hematite. CAROLE CRIBBLE ’’Dress is the business of all great women.” Cheerleader 9, Library Club 9, 4-HClub 9, Journalism 9, Homeroom President 9, Roosevelt Honor Society 9, Girl Scouts 10, Commercial Club 11, Girls' Volleyball 1 1, Keynote 11-12, Homeroom Vice-President 11-12, Prom Committee, Hematite, National Honor Society. GERALD HILL “I’m standing on the brink of success. Won't somebody please give me a push ?” Band 9-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, R.O.T.C. Band 10-12, Rifle Team 12, Track 10-12, Cross Country 12, RadioClub 11-12, Student Council 11. AUDREY HARVAT “A pleasure ’tis to know her. Red Peppers 9-10, Inner Circle 10, Commercial Club 11-12 (Pres. 12) Hematite. TOM HANSEN Come, give us a taste of your quality.’ Football 10, R.O.T.C. 10-11, Intramural Basketball 12. JANET HLINONEN Withflashing blades and whirling wheels, all the watchers’ hearts she steals. Cheerleader 9, 4-HClub 9, Journalism, Roosevelt Honor Society 9, Library Club 9, Homeroom Vice-Pres. 10, Girls' Volleyball 11, Keyhole 11-12, Prom Committee, Homeroom Secretary 11, Commercial Club 11, Hematite. DONAVAN HEWITT Why worry when the world’s so full of fun ? Basketball 9, French Club 9-10, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Intramural Ba sketball 9-12. NORMAN HOLMES Silence is the key to content. R.O.T.C. 10-12, Basketball 9. Intramural Basketball 9-12. KATHRYN HOLMBERG ■ Her voice was like the voice the stars had when they sang togethe r.’ ’ Choir 9-12(Treas. 11, Pres. 12) Latin Club 9-10, Keyhole 9-12, Forensics 9,11, Inner Circle 9, Red Peppers 10, Sophomore Class Secretary, Homeroom Vice-Pres. 11, Prom Committee, D.A.R. Good Citizen, Hematite, Student Council 12, National Honor Society. DAN JACQUART Not too serious, not too gay, but a good fellow when it comes to play.” Track 10- 1 1, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Intramural Basketball 10-12, Football 11-12, I-Club 12. BOB HANTULA I m not going to worry over life and girls'. R.O.T.C. 10-1 1. NANCY HOLST •'Man has a will, but woman has her way.” Art Club 11, Homeroom Secretary-Treasurer 12. DUNCAN KENNEDY While we live, let us live.” Football 9-12, Basketball 9-11, Track 9-12, Baseball 9-10, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Homeroom Vice-President 11, Intramural Basketball 12, Homeroom President 12, Student Council 12, 1-Club 11-12 (President 12), Homecoming Court. NEVA JOHNSON Pretty to walk with, witty to talk with, and pleasant to think about. Freshman Class Treasurer, Choir 9-10, Homeroom Treasurer 10, Girls’ Volleyball 11, Commercial Club 11-12, New Year’s Ball, Hematite, Homecoming Court. RUDY KIV1STO He is small, but so is a stick of dynamite. Student Council 10, Homeroom President 10, 12, Intramural Basketball 10-12, Intramural Volleyball 12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Football Manager 11-12, I-Club 12. RICHARD JOHNSON The world knows nothing of its greatest men.” Freshman Class President, Basketball 9-12, Track 10, R.O. T.C. 16-12, Prom Committee. KATHLEEN JOHNSON ’Quiet and unassuming she goes through life, a friend to all who come her way.” ARNOLD KERO He seems a man of cheerful yesterdays and confident tomorrow s.” Basketball 9-12, Baseball 11. Track 12, Cross Country Co-Capt. 12. I-Club 12, Vollcvball 1 1 -12, Student Council 12, Homeroom President 12, Homecoming Court. ELSIE KIVI Her thought is deeper than her speech.” Band 10-12, Honor Band 12, Latin Club 9-10, Commercial Club 12, Student Council 12, Hematite. BYRON KLEIMOLA I only do it to annoy.” 4-HClub 9, Football 11-12.R. O.T.C. 10-12. BETTY KONSTENIUS I shall desire and find the best of my desires. EDWARD KLEIMOLA Silence and common sense make a man.” Band 9-10, 4-H Service Club 9-12, R.O.T.C. Band 10. R.O. T.C. 10-12, Agriculture Club 12, Radio Club 10. CHARLOTTE KOPNICK Give me a listener, and I'll do the talking.” Girl Scouts 11, Keyhole 11, Girls Volleyball lT ANNA MAE KORPELA Full of wit, full of fun, she docs greet everyone. Girl Scouts 11-12, Commercial Club 11-12, Girls’ Volleyball 11. GERALD KOPONEN Happy go-lucky, gay and free. Is there anything that bothers me?” R.O.T.C. 10-11. JEANETTE KOSTAMO Live to love, to laugh, to learn.” Tumbling 9-10, Forensics 9,11-12, Band IQ-12, Honor Band 12, Latin Club 10-11, Prom Committee, Drama Club 12, Art Club 12 (Secretary-Treasurer 12), Keyhole 12, Hematite, National Honor Society. TOM KOSKI Men of few words are the best men.” R.O.T.C. 10-11, Football 11. Intramural Basketball 11. MARGARET KRAEMER 'Born (or success. ’ Cheerleader 9, Latin Club 9-10, Choir 9,12 (Secretary 12), Band 10-12 (Librarian 12), Honor Band 12, Red Peppers 9-10, Forensics 11, Inner Circle 10, Student Council 9-11 (Secretary 10), Keyhole 9-12 (Editor 12) Girls’ Rifle Team 9-11, Homeroom Vice-President 11. Drama Club 12, Hematite, National Honor Society 11-12 (Vice-President 12) ROBERT LEPPANEN Worry and 1 have never met.” R.O.T.C. 10-12. SHIRLEY ANN LONGHIN1 Every girl has her devilish moments.” Red Peppers 9, Choir 9, French Club 9-10, Band 10-12, Prom Committee, Girls' Volleyball 11, Drama Club 12, Hematite, MARVIN LAKVOLD A favorite toy of this young man was a football, via the gridiron plan. Sophomore Class Vice-President, R.O.T.C. 10-11, Football 10-12, Homeroom Secretary 11, Track 11-12, Basket-bail 11-12, I-Club 11-12, Homeroom President 12, Homecoming Court. KENNETH KUJANSON ’Tis my belief that style proclaims the man. Intramural Basketball 9, Basketball 9-10, Latin Club 9-10, Forensics 9-11, Band 10-12, Homeroom Vice-President 11, Prom Committee, Student Council 11, Uthrotar 11, National Honor Society 11-12. NANCY LA MARCHE Her eyes were always glancing, her feet were always danc -ing.” Latin Club 9-10, Red Peppers 10, Choir 9-10,12, Prom Committee, Commercial Club 12, Drama Club 12, Hematite, New Year’s Ball. ELDEN LIPPO Excellent student, full of fun, he is well liked by everyone. 4-HClub 9, Basketball 9, Handicraft Club 9, Sophomore Class President, Intramural Basketball 10, Homeroom President 10-11, Student Council 10-11, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Prom Committee, New Year’s Ball, National Honor Society. ELAINE LAHTI And mistress of herself though China fall. Library Club 9, Journalism 9, Choir 10-11, Keyhole 12. ALLEEN LUOMA “Modeity is a charming grace. Commercial Club 12. ROBERT LORENSON (Transferred as a Senior from Lebanon. Pennsylvania) “The hero should always dc tall, you know. Choir 9, Student Council 9, Homeroom President 9, Hi-Y 9-11, Biology Club 10, Homeroom Treasurer 10-12, Camera Club 11, Basketball 11-12, Football 11-12, Hematite, National Honor Society’ SALLY LYNCH “And the best of all ways to lengthen our days is to steal a few hours from the night, my dear.” RONALD LIPSKE “Worry is the poison of human life, so 1 never worry. R.O.T.C. 10-12. 11 RICHARD LUTEY “I have a lot of otatory in me, but I don’t show it out of respect to Patrick Henry. Homeroom President 9, Basketball 9-10, Football 9-10, Forensics 9-11, Student Council 9- 11, Intramural 9-12, Band 10-12 (Pres. 12), Honor Band 12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Boys’State 11, Prom Committee, National Honor Society 11-12, R.O.T.C. Drill Team 11-12, Uthrotar 11- 12. DOROTHY MAKI A gentle disposition brings the owner many friends.’’ Journalism 9, Library Club 9, Art Club 9 (President), Roosevelt Honor Society 9. Hematite, National Honor Society. MICHAEL LUCAS “If school life is liberty, then give me death.’’ Basketball 9, Football 9-12, Baseball 10-11, Track 10-11, 1-Club 10-12, Intramural Basketball 11-12, Senior Class Vice-President , Football Co-Cap-tain 12. NORMA MLASKO “An innocent face—but you can never tell.’’ Art Club 11-12, Rifle Team 12 HAROLD LUND “I’m as sober as a judge, but I like a good time. French Club 9, Choir 9-12, Radio Club 10-12 (Pres. 12) R.O.T.C. 10-12. GAIL MIC KELSON “Long will you search 'ere you find one so lovely, so friendly, so kind.” Band 9-12, Latin Club 10, Homeroom Secretary 10, Girls’ volleyball 11, 4-H Service Club 11-12, Keyhole 12, Future Teachers of Ame r ica 12, Prom Committee, Drama Club 12, Hematite. NICK MAC KOOL There are a lot of cards in the class, but he is the only joker. ’’ • • Homeroom Sec. 9, Football 9, 12, Intramural Basketball 9, 12, R.O.T.C. 10-11 Band 10-12, Baseball 11, Homeroom Pres. 11, Junior Class Vice-Pres., Intramural Volleyball 11 ONETT1A M1NIER “A handful of sweetness and friends. ’’ JANE NEZWORSKI “In each cheeka dimple; in each eye a twinkle.” Latin Club 9-10, French Club 12, Hematite (Art Editor), Future Teachers of America 12, Drama Club 12, Student Council 12, National Honor Society. FRANS LUOMA I'd like to be a dentist when teachers have a toothache.” R.O.T.C. 10-12, Drill Team 10- 12, Intramural Basketball 11- 12. MYRNANYLUND “I’ve lived, I’ve loved, I’m satisfied. Band 9-12, Honor Band 12. RODNEY MAKI The power todo lies with you.” 4-H Club 9-10, Service Club 11-12, R.O.T.C. 10-1 1. GLEN MATTSON We know not of his greatest thought.” R.O.T.C. 10-12, Intramural Basketball 9, 11-12, Homeroom Vice-President 10. MARY O’DONAHUE Beware of her red hajr, for she excels all women in the magic of her locks.” Latin Club 9-10, Commercial Club 11, Future Teachers of America 12. RICHARD NEVALA He speaks sense.” Football 9, Intramural Basketball 9, Latin Club 9-10, R.O. T.C. 10-12, Prom Committee. GERALDINE PAWLAK ‘‘Howfar this little candle throws its beam.” Latin Club 9-10, Red Peppers 10, Girl Scouts 10. , ARLENE OMAN It’s nice to be natural when you’re so naturally nice.” Journalism 9, 4-H Club 9-10, Library Club' 9-10, Homeroom Treasurer 11. WALTER MOISIO “Happy am I; from care I’m free.” R.O.T.C. 10-11, Intramural Basketball 9. SALLY PELLINEN “Be silent and safe; silence never betrays you.” Commercial Club 12. MITCHELL NICHOLAS “Amusement is as necessary to man as labor.” R.O.T.C. 10-12, Track 11. Intramural Basketball 12. JERKY NICHOLAS “His heart was like a trolley: always room for one more.” Football 10-11, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Pram Committee. Hematite, Drama Club 12. EVELYN PERHALLA “Does she dance? I’ll say she does.’’’ Choir 10, Girls’ Volleyball 11 DONALD OLSON “This young man does everything, can do everything, and will do everything. ’ Track 9-12, Intramural Basketball 9-12, Basketball 9-11, Homeroom Treas. 10, Cross Country 10-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, I-Club 10-1?. National Athletic Scholarship Society 10-12, Basketball Manager 12, Student Council 12, Football Manager 1 1-12. DELORES POPKO “She has a manner all her own. Choir 9-10, Tumbling 10. JANICE PERALA “Light of heart, quick of step. Here's a girl who's full of pep.” Choir 9-10, Red Peppers 10, Tumbling 10-11, Commercial Club 11, Girls’ Volleyball 11, Girl Scouts 11 -12, Cheerleader 11-12, Inner Circle Representative 11-12. KERMIT NORDLING “He is as good a fellow as any upon the earth.” Football 9, Basketball 9-10, I-Club 10-12, Baseball 9-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Intramural Basketball 10-12, Homeroom Secretary 10,12, National Athletic Scholarship Society 10-12. VIRGINIA PERLBERG “Sweet, neat, and quite petite.” Forensics 9, Red Peppers 9, Choir 9-12, Latin Club 10, Prom Committee, Homeroom Treasurer 10, Future Teachers of America 11-12, Commercial Club 12, Keyhole 12, New Year’s Ball, Hematite (Business Manger). GERALD OLSON “To work or not to work, that is the question.” Homeroom President 10, Intramural Basketball 10-12, Intramural Volleyball 10-12 R.O.T.C. 10-12, Drill Team 11, Hematite. ROSALINE REFSON 'A sense of humor and the power to laugh. Latin Club 9-10, French Club 12, Drama Club 12, Future Teachers of America 12, Hematite (Literary Editor), National Honor Society. ROBERT PEARSON Let us be happy for tomorrow we graduate. Track 10-12, Football 10-12, Basketball 10, I-Club 11-12, Senior Class Treasurer, Intramural Basketball 12. JANET RAHKO All the eyes you draw, and with the eyes, the heart. Band 9-12, Saxophone Quartette 10-11, 4-H Club 9-11, Honor Band 12, Homecoming Court. KENNETH OLSON He speaks less than he knows. R.O.T.C. 10-12. RUDY PAKONEN A truer gentleman one seldom sees. Basketball 9-10, Band 9-11, •l-H Club 1?. n-nr.t; 10. R.O.T.C. Band 10-11, R.O.T.C. 10-11. Junior Class Vice-Pres-iden!, Jr ami- Club 12 (President 12). BEVERLY RANTANEN A friendly hand and a cheery smile. Red Peppers 10, Tumbling 10, Girls' Volleyball II, Commercial Club 12, Girl Scouts 12 (Treas.) LEONARD PERTTULA Oh, 'tis excellent to have a giant's strength. 4-H Club 9, Basketball 9, Intramural Basketball 10, R.O. T.C. 10-11, Track 10-12, Football 12. MAYME RE IN I A silent tongue and a true heart are the most admirable things on earth. Art Club 9, Student Council 9, Homeroom Secretary 9-10, Journalism 9, Roosevelt Honor Society 9, Library Club 9-12, Hematite, National Honor Society. DIANE ROWE “A finished girl from head to toe.” Journalism 9, Cheerleader 9, 4-H Club 9. Library Club 9. Homeroom Secretary 11, Commercial Club 11, Prom Committee, Keyhole 12, Hematite, National Honor Society. TOM ROBERTS . None but himself can be his parallel.” Basketball 9, Football 9-12, Track 9-12, Baseball 9, I-Club 9-12, Forensics 9, 11, Band 10-11, Choir 12, Drama Club 12, Intramural Basketball 9-12, National Athletic Scholarship Society 11-12, Basketball Manager 11, Intramural Volleyball 11. R.O.T.C. 10-12, R.O.T.C. Band 10-11, R.O.T.C. Rifle Team 10-12, Homeroom Vice-President 10, Prom Committee. GEORGENE ROWE ”A perfect woman, nobly planned, to warn, to comfort, and to command. French Club 10, Band 9-11, Commercial Club 11-12, New Year's Ball, Hematite (Typing Editor) DAVID PALOJARVI He is no spendthrift of his tongue. 4-H Club 10, 4-H Service Club 10-12, Intramural Basketball 10-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12. JOHN PINKERTON If you must argue, go your wav I'm in the right, that's all I say”' Track 9, Latin Club 9-10, Football 9-12, Student Council 9-12, Intramural Basketba 11 9-12, Class Treasurer 10, R.O.T.C. 10- 12, Boys' State 11, Debate 11- 12, National Honor Society 11-12, I-Club 12, Hematite. BETTY ROONI Smiling face and twinkling eye, you simply cannot pass her by.” Journalism 9, Band 9-12, Honor Band 12. ROLAND PETERSON Women fall in his path and he sees them not.” Basketball 9, Homeroom Vice-President 10, Latin Club 10, Intramural Basketball 10-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Homeroom Treasurer 11, Prom Committee, Homeroom Secretary 9. BETTY RONDEAU A sunny disposition is the very soul of all success. Latin Club 9-10, Red Peppers 10, Girl Scouts 10, French Club 12, Commercial Club 12. BETTY RUNDELL “Be yourself, and you cannot fail to be of value. Library Club 9, Homeroom Secretary 9. Journalism 9, 4-H Club 9-12, Girls Volleyball 11 DON RICHTER “His greatest sin a happy grin. ’ Basketball Manager 9, 4-H Club 9. R.O.T.C. 10-11. ELLEN RUONA “What sweet delight a quiet life affords. ' Library Club 9. WILLIAM RICHARDS “Ask me no questions and I’ll tell you no answers. Basketball 9-10, 4-H Club 9. R.O.T.C. 10-12, Rifle Team 11. Intramural Basketball 11-12. JOHN ROWE “He is great because he thinks himself not. Choir 9-12, LatinClub 9, Drama Club (Sec.-Treas) 12, Forensics 11, Prom Committee. JOAN SAARI “Life is not life without laughter.” Journalism 9. Library Club 9, Band 9-12,Latin Club 10, Girlft’ Volleyball 11, Inner Circle 11, Prom Committee, Keyhole 11-12, Choir 12, Honor Band 12, Homecoming Queen 12, Hematite (Business Manager) RICHARD SALO “He argued at breakfast, he argued at tea, and he argued from midnight ’till quarter past three. Band 9-12, Honor Band 12, Student Council 9-11, Latin Club 9-10, Homeroom President 11, Debate 11-12. Fnrrn-sics 11-12, Prom Committee, National Honor Society 11-12, Hematite. JOAN SH1FFRA “Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself. Choir 9. Girls Volleyball 11-12, Tumbling 10-11, Corn-mere ial Club 12. HELEN SOYKA My heart is like a singing bird.” Art Club 11-12. BILL SAMS Don’t take life too seriously; you’ll never get out alive anyway. Intramural Basketball 9-12, I- Club 10-12, Track 10-12, Baseball 10-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Rifle Team 11-12,Crosscountry II- 12, Student Council 11, Homeroom President 11, National Athletic Scholarship Society 11-12. FLORENCE SOKOLOWSKI ’’Good humor is the sunshine of the world.” Choir 9-11. Tumbling 10-11. ARCHIE SEARLE ’’Sink or swim? But I’d rather float.” Band 9-12; Honor Band 12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, R.O.T.C. Band 10-12. JIM SENDER He is tall, fair, and happy-go-lucky.” Choir V, Forensics 9, Intramural Basketball 9, Football 9-10, Homeroom Vice-President 10, Band 10-12, I-Club 10-12, R.O. T.C. 10-12, R.O.T.C. Band JO-12, Basketball 11-12, Intramural Volleyball 12, Prom Committee. MARY LEE SHIFFRA Life is a serious proposition. So are boys.” Tumbling 9, Prom Committee, Cheerleader 11-12, Keyhole 12, Homecoming Court. WAYNE SAAR I If your work interferes with your sleep, quit your work.” 4-H Club 9, R.O.T.C. 10-11, Intramural Basketball 10-11. LORRAINE SANDENE ’’Wherever she finds herself in life, she'll make a good addition.” Homeroom Treasurer 9, Band 9-12, Homeroom Vice-President 10, Homeroom President 11, Prom Committee, Homeroom Vice-President 12, Honor Band 12. DARRELL SMITH “Why should the devil have all the good times? Basketball 9, Intramural Basketball 9-12. R.O.T.C. 10-12, Baseball 11, I-Club 11-12. EDITH SPETZ “A pleasant combination of a good student, a good sport, and a good friend. LibraryClub 9, Roosevelt Honor Society 9, Journalism 9. Forensics 10, Latin Club 10, Tumbling 10-11, Choir 11, Prom Committee, Homeroom Vice-President 1 1, 4-H Club 9-12, National Honor Society 11-12, Homeroom Treasurer 12. BOB SERT1C No saint perhaps, but then the very best of chaps. Basketball 9-10,12, Football 9-12, Track 10-12, I-Club 11-12, Senior Class President, Homecoming Court. NANCY TUROVAARA A jolly girl so full of fun, and always nice to everyone. 4-H Club 9-12, Library Club (Trcas. 10-11; Pres. 12), Student Council 9-12 (Pres. 12) Homeroom Vice-President 9, Forensics 9-10, Keyhole 12, Latin Club 9-10, French Clul 12, riom Committee. RUTH STEVENS Those eyes, so deep and brown beware.' Girl Scouts .10-12, Commercial Club 11-12.' HAROLD STOCKHAUS Aim high and, believe me, you are capable of great things. French Club 9-10, Football 9, 1 1-12, Basketball 9, Track 1 1-12, I-Club 11-12, National Athletic Scholarship Society 11-12, Intramural Basketball 11-12, Intramural Volleyball 11-12, Homeroom Secretary 12. DARLA SYMONS If mischief is a part of heaven, she's on her way there. Tumbling 10-11, Girl Scouts 11-12, Commercial Club 11-12, Girls’ Volleyball 11-12. ROY SMITH Fate tried to conceal him by naming him Smith. Freshman Class President, Homeroom President 9, Basketball 9-12, Band 9-12, Homeroom Treasurer 10, Boys' State 11, Prom Committee, I-Club 11-12, Homeroom Secretary-Treasurer 12, Band Vice-President 12, Honor Band 12, National Honor Society. MICKEY SUKOVICH “Beethoven, move over. R.O.T.C. 10-11. EVELYN TASSAVA “Her heart is as great as the world. Library Club 9. Journalism 9, Roosevelt Honor Society 9, 4-H Club 9-12, Tumbling 10, Latin Club 10-11, Choir 11, Forensics 11, Girls Volleyball 11, Prom Committee, National Honor Society 11-12. delmar TER VO “Life is a merry-go-round to me. Band 10-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Intramural Basketball 10-12, R.O.T.C. Band 10-12. ELLERINE WARPULA “The world’s just a stage; We’re just here for a while; So why waste time frow ning, 'Vhen there’s time to smile. Band 9-12; Honor Band 12. Girls Rifle Team 9-12 (Co-Captain 12), Forensics 10-12 Keyhole 11-12, Prom Committee, Art Club 11. t)ebatc 12. Student Council 12, Hematite. SYLVIA TORNI Withcompanv she's quiet, with friends she's a riot. Latin Club 9-10, Forensics 9, Choir 10, Girl Scouts 10-11, Girls’ Rifle Team 11, Prom Committee, Keyhole 12, Hc-matite (Literary Editor), National Honor Society. GORDON SMITH I rest well in all my classes. Intramural Basketball 9-12, R.O.T.C. 10-12. MARIE ULASICH 1 won’t let studies interfere with my education. Prom Queen 11, Girls’ Volleyball 11, Student C ounc ll 12. GUST TURZAK A still tongue maketh a wise head. Basketball 9-10, Intramural Basketball 9, 11-12, Intramural Volleyball 11. MARVIN TASSAVA Happy am 1, from care I'm free.' Why aren't they all contented like me ? Basketball 9. 4-H Club 9-11, Intramural Basketball 10-12, R.O.T.G. 10-12, R.O.T.C. Color Guard 11-12. NANCY WENNERSTEN A genial nature wins her many friends. Choir 9-10, Art Club 11 (Sec.) Student Council 12, Prom Committee, Hematite. RICHARD TIZIANI (Transferred from St. Ambrose as a Junior) .Like a true fisherman, he has a good line. R.O.T.C. 11-12. ERNEST THIEDE (Transferred from Hurley, Wisconsin, as a Senior.) I'll find a way or make one. Latin Club 9, Prom Committee, Forensics 12. AMY WETTBERG (Transferred from Mass, Mich, as a Junior). '' Keen sense, apd common sense, and lots of room for nonsense. Band 9-10, Latin Club 11-12, Asst. Editor of School Paper 10, (Tattler), Library Club 12, Student Council 12, National Honor Society. WALTER TRUDEAU Not easy to ignore after you know him. Band 9. R.O.T.C. 10-12Color Guard 12, Drill Team 12. MARGIE WIITALA Here's to a girl with a heart and smile, that makes us bubble, and life worth-while. Choir 9, Band 10-12, Honor Band 12, Forensics 9, Red Peppers 10 (Trcas.), Home-room Vice-President 10-12, Junior Class Treasurer, Prom Committee, Keyhole 11-12, He-matitc. JACK THOMAS True worth is in being, not seeming. French Club 9-10, R.O.T.C. 10-12, Football 11-12, Baseball 11-12, Rifle Team 11-12, I-Club 12. JOE WALESEVITZ “Disguise our bondage as we will, ’Tis woman, woman, rules us still. Basketball 9. R.O.T.C. 10-12, Intramural Basketball 1 1. PAT WALL1E “She is light-hearted and gay; a general favorite, so they say. Cheerleader 9-12, Homeroom Secretary 9-11, Red Peppers 10 (President 10), Inner Circle 9-12 (Sec. 10), Student Council 11 (Sec.), Commercial Club 11 (Sec.), Prom Committee, Homecoming Court, New Year’s Ball. GARY YOUNGBERG “As brimful of mischief and wit and glee, As ever a human being could be. Basketball 9, Track 9, Football 9-12, Intramural Basketball 9-10-12, 1-Club 12, Agriculture Club 12 (Vice-President). VERONICA YELICH Best she is liked who is alike to all.” Latin Club 9, Forensics 10, Band 10-12, Drama Club 12, Commercial Club 11-12 (Vice-President 12). EDITH VANDENBERG “She’s kind and quiet and very dear; 'T’was a pleasure to have had her here. BOB VAARA “Chase me girls. I’m full of fun and frolic.” R.O.T.C. 10-12. Football 10. Baseball 10, Basketball 11-12, I-Club 12, New Year’s Ball. WAYNE SALO “Where quality not quantity makes the man. R.O.T.C. 10-11. LARRY WANDEN “I’m a ladies man; one is all I can manage now.” R.O.T.C. 10-12, Drill Team 11-12, New Year’s Ball, Hematite. Juniors Junior Class Officers President-------------------------------- A1 Lopez Vice-President---------------------------Jim Butler Secretary-----------------Sally Ann Anderson T reasurer Sue Beckstrom MR. KROEGER ROOM 218 JUNIOR Ro 1: R. McMullin, G. Finco, G. Larkins, G. Haanpaa, E. Maki, A. Kraynak, B. Swanson. Row 2: G. Sather, M. Mayer, D. Velin, J. Koivisto, R. Anderson, J. Olson, M. Murra. Row 3: K. Anderson, M. Smaltz, C. Pohjola, N. Hill, C. Jacobson, R. Johnson, D. Kleimola. Row 4: A. Lopez, J . Cvengros, A. Mattson, Mr. Kroeger, S. Beckstrom, B. Eddy, T. Lundin. MR. D. OLSON ROOM 321 JUNIOR Row 1: V. Lehikoinen, P. Somoii, W. Ruby, J. Johnson, J. Shiffra, J. Thomas, P. Packmaycr. Row 2: S. Collins, A. Kangas, R. Anderson, R. Rajala, S. Kujala, R. Minkin. Row 3: T. Tenlen, L. Hook, C. Ahoncn. R Wallace, D. Berube, R. Knief. Row 4: M r. D. Olson, J. Ekstrom, R. Stenstrom, D. Dahlin. B. Lintonen, M. Werth. MR. J. SARTORIS ROOM 213 JUNIOR ow Chipperi, A. Stolt, J. R. Koivisto, J. Barnes, R. Kujanson, M. Gregory, J. Lcppanen. K°w J. Humann, J. Ruona, D. Mattson, C. Anderson, W. Mathis. J. Kangas, L. Duckstad. Row 3: G. Torma, M. Erickson, J. Lenart, L. Kangas, T. La Blonde, H. Nisula, P. Ramuta. Row 4: L. Johnson, E. Wickman, D. Hautanen, B. Silkworth, P. Peterson, Mr. Sartoris. J. Chase. MR. O. W. SJOWALL ROOM 212 JUNIOR Row 1: A. Grant, B. Raivio, M. Eplett. J. Olson, O. Mayo, J. Roen, L. Anderson. Row 2: Mr. Sjowall, J. Johnson, P. La Verdure, S. Juntunen, M. Verbos, D. Krenzel. Row 3: G. Swanson, M. Kleimola, R. M. Smith, K. Jelich, N. Hanson, L. Hook, D. Shaughency. Row 4: C. Fine, N. Hajek, S. Johnson, J. Edwards, J. Lein, P. Cvengros. Not pictured--J. Butler. MR. SPENCER ROOM 316 JUNIOR Kow 1: D- Novacich, S. Rundell, M. Rappley, E. Ring wall, L. Ilminen, J. Hedberg, M. Woodcock. R°w v. Siirila, P. Strand, N. Johnson, P. Cvcngros, S. Erickson, J. Lynch. Row 3:. D. Saari, R. Basso, C. M laden off, E. Cichon, R. M. Peterson, G. Parker, C. Silkworth. Row 4: Mr. Spencer. G. Trtan, R. Hatch, G. Anderson, H. Leppi, J. Kapets, M. Koseski. MISS VUKELICH ROOM 208 JUNIOR Row I? H. Jackson, J. Beaudette, B. Lindberg, J. Kavinsky, L. Colasacco; S. Anderson, M. Mukavitz. Row 2: P. Dural, Miss Vukelich, Pat Sampson, Joanne Anderson, Delores Mattson, Kay McCollough, Don i stola. Row 3: Bob Johnson, Joanne Olson, Rosemarie Olexa, Joy Sjowall, Janice Carlson, Marlene Vargovich, Harold Dixon. Row 4: Tom Strom, Judy Hill, Nancy Vandenbcrg, Jane Cribble, Elaine Koski, Jeanne .Vyzlic, Eugene Alessandroni. d E art h Sophomore Class Officers President Marshall Forsberg V ice-President Ray Oman Secretary Gail Oksa Treasurer----------------------Donald Stone MRS. BATES ROOM 209 SOPHOMORES Row 1: G. Kleimola, M. Supple, F. Armata, J. Abramson, P. Coleman, G. Olson, R. Harvey. Row 2: B. Lehto, B. Hagstrom, W. Johnson, D. Carlborn, Mrs. Bates, C. Penska, J. Hewitt. Row 3: J. Sobolewski, C. Schmaltz, P. Prebish, J. Nelson, D. Goodney, R. Maki, J. Jaresky, J. Hedstrom. Row 4: J. Richards, R. Severin, J. Vargovich, J. Mizgala, H. Beckstrom, G. Watters, R. Krumin. MISS R. BIRGE ROOM 223 SOPHOMORES Row 1: W. Nelson, D. Fisher, S. Kleimola, J. Alexandroni, O. Seymour, V. T mmelin,. T. Richards, P. Hagstrom. Row 2: R. Spencer, J. Vargovich, M. Zoberski, S. Blomiley, R. Hill, Miss Birge, S. Pcrttula, H. Johnson. Row 3: J. Gotta, R. Rabbideau, R. Oman, A. Carli, M. Webb, H. Leppanen , R. Smith. Row 4: B. Moore, D. Sabin, W. Manchester, H. Peters, A. Schmalz, D. Lager. MR. D. E. FINE ROOM 314 SOPHOMORES Row 1: J. Gallo, C. Murphy, J. Anderson, G. Oksa, P. Matila, M. Koski, N. Holappa. Row 2: W. plohocky. R. Heinskc, D. Ranta, J. De Mario, P. Shermos. C. Bardon. J. Brace. Row 3: R. Johnson. J. Skowronski, D. Waisanen, J. Pavlovich, R. Luoma, J. Tczak. Row 4: T. Hantula, R. Semenak, Mr. Fine, J. Gullan, D. Cedarstrom. Not pictured: A. Rowe, R. Laine, B. Kimball, B. Erickson. MRS. M. HAUPT ROOM 203 SOPHOMORES Row 1: J. Kivi, P. Mattson, A. Brottlund, D. George, R. Metsa, J. Setula, D. Smith. Row 2: C. Nelson, B. Peltonen, J. Hendrickson, J. Harvey, M. Coleman, H. Turzak, J. Woodworth. Row 3: Mrs. Martha Haupt, S. Rice, D. Wallie, M. Laskovich, M Powell, R. Sunie. Row 4: R. Beckman, P. Jacquart, P. Sams, E. Krumin, V. Johnson, D. Smetama, K. Makela. MR. HOCKING ROOM 111 SOPHOMORES Row 1: J. Heczko, S. Leppanen, M. Kaartuncn, M. Bodowski, V. Kleimola, C. Anderson. Row 2: P. Rigoni, L. Hamel, J. Stanczak, J. Lahti, M. Sievila, J. Corda, J. Westeen. Row 3: J. Mason, J. Babich, J. Rahko, L. Johnson, J. Nordling, N. Peterson C. Hjalmquist, Row 4: G. Orbick.M. Taro, C. Verhclst, Mr. HcTtking, J. Schuman, M. Gotta, M. Forsberg. MISS MeKEVITT ROOM 115 SOPHOMORES Row 1: E. Hannu, S. Grandahl, N. Lahti, S. Rolfsman, V. Phillips, J. Freedstrom, C. Hocking, L. Pryor. Row 2: J. Bolich, J. Nyman, J. Allen, S. Carlson, A. Kasmarich, M. Johnson, Miss MeKevitt, R. Tassava. Row 3: D. Randby, M. Semberg, D. Mattila, B. Baluha, C. Ostlund, C. Hedstrom, D. Stenstrom. Row 4: W. Kopecko, M. Luoma, N. Wainio, D. Morris, E. Williams, P. Oahlm, W. Silvestri. MISS TABACCHI ROOM 219 SOPHOMORES Row 1: D. Wirta, P. Bracket, N. S. Slade, C. Harvat, S. Landretti, S. Thiede, M. A. Ruppe. Row 2: N. Waurio, D. Stone, Miss Tabacchi, N. Oolash, A. Nelson, L. Stanczak, J. Holmes. Row 3: J. Pogliano, M. Gustafson, P. Pe Long, N. Coad, L. Anderson, J. Barto. Row 4: R. Gcen, J. Olgrcn, C. Mehler, J. Sertich, G. Trast, G. Kinnunen. WUKt'S COOKlN'.O-oot)-LOCKING ? TESTING MILK IN THE'AG CLASS FUTURE HOMEMAKERS ON E-TWO- THREE WORKING Freshmen Freshman Class Officers President-----------------Jack DeSotelle Vice-President---------------David vV est Secretary-----------------Judy Blaisdell Treasurer-----------------Aileen Fafford MISSSIVULA ROOM 117 FRESHMEN Row 1: W. Slade, R. Dixon, D. George, J. Colasacco, M. Nelmark, M. Sher, B. Berainski, L. Erickson. Row 2: P. Johnson. H. Maki, P. Ketola. K. Puma la. B. Humann. J. Green, J. Budnik. Miss Sivula. Row 3: T. Voyce, D. Me. j. Trethewey, C. Woodcock, A. Johnson, B. Michaelson, B. Roche. Row 47 J. Perlberg, G. La Blonde, R. Ballard, N. Pawlicki, W. Maki, E. Piasecki, B. Stout, R. Rhenlund. MISS C. ARENS ROOM 105 FRESHMEN Row 1: s- Aili. D. Nicholas. R. Milavetz, J. Grenfell. A. Fafford, N. Helander, D. Woolcocks. D. Rahko. Row 2: E. Shiffra, R. Trethewey, C. Rundquist, L. Hamel, V. Gerovac. R. Lundin, M. Jacquart, D. Kivi. Row 3: D. Beckman, W. Maki. J. Svoke, J. Blaisdell, C. Cordy, B. Watters. R. Soderman. Row 4: D. Johnson, V. Johnson, Miss Arens. D. Perkins, J. Bulinski, D. Lintonen, D, Oomenkowski, M. F. Richards. MR. F. BEDNAR ROOM 220 FRESHMEN Row 1: J. Magdziak, R. Eliason, K. Lorenson, J. Rintala, B. Yelich, P. Bowman, J. Ahola, S. Olson. Row 2: M. Rantanen, G. Bergquist, P. Perlberg, J. Soltis, J. Siirilia, S. Juntilla, M. Jendrzejewski, R. Severin. Row 3: R. Mattson, D. Morin, S. Hall, M. Ferguson, J. Johnson, B. Velin, A. OeLodder. Row 4: M. Kivi, W. Tenlen, T. Gill, Mr. Bednar, A. Hendrickson, K. Hill, P. Cattelino, D. West. MR. BLOMILEY ROOM 312 FRESHMEN Row 1; G. Johnson, D. Mattila, J. Kivi, Mrs. V. Shea, L. Shea, D. Swanson, B. Anderson, E. Hcllen. Row 2; D..Rigoni, M. Ferguson, N. Perlbcrg, F, Bock, G. Berg, M. Yashus, O. Nylund. Row 3: R. Gutowski, V. Cvengros, C. Minkin, E. Runstrom, B. Sertich, D. Sievila. Row 4: Mr. Blomiley, K. Ramuta, J. Janov, E. McCullough, R. Sokolowski, R. Ulasich, E. Loo, R. Edmark, W. Johnson. MR. J. DeSAUTELLE ROOM 216 FRESHMEN Row 1: R. Sincock, D. Erickson, J. Moren, L. Anderson, R. Bergquist, C. Brownell, J. Heikkinen, D. Chipperi. Row 2: R. Roberts, K. Stolt, M. Magnuson, N. Torni, C. Forslund, M. J. Gorrilla, M. Kostamo, B. Reini. Row 3: S. Voitek, J. Frederick, J. Desotelle, A. Hiltonen, A. Jobe, J. Lucas, J. Kauppila. Row 4: Mr. DcSautellc, J. King, L. Williams, J. Johnson, R. Polvi, G. Sendek, P. Mesich, G. Oman. MT. Z ON WmHh hHO Seated: Donna Ellis, Nancy .u. jane wczworsKt, Sylvia lorni, miss Jennie Johnson, Bob Lorenson. Standing: Joan Saari, John Pinkerton, Rosaline Refson, Georgene Rowe, Virginia Perlberg. Hematite CO-EDITORS Donna Ellis Nancy Ann Gregory BUSINESS MANAGERS Joan Saari Virginia Perlberg LITERARY EDITORS Rosaline Refson Sylvia Torni SPORTS EDITORS Bob Lorenson John Pinkerton ART EDITOR Jane Nezworski TYPING EDITOR Georgene Rowe Hematite Staff Row 1: J. Hein, E. Kivi, N. Turovaara, J. Estola, D. Kowe, Row 2: J. Fleischbein, K. Holmberg, M. Wiitala, C. Gribble, J. Kostamo, M. Kraemer. Row 3: K. Kujanson, C. Dayharsh, C. Gotla, N. Wenncrsten, N. LaMarche, J. Heinoncn. Row 4: R. Salo, J. Rowe, L. Wandcn, J. Nicholas, R. Smith, T. Roberts F. Hansen, B. Rundell, D. Aho, J. Ahonen. Not pictured: C. Berg, B. Fahrner, A. Harvat, A. Oman, N. Johnson, M. Reini. Library Club The Library Club has had one of its most active years under the leadership of Nancy Turovaara as president, Judy Edwards as vice-president, and Elizabeth Williams as secretary-treasurer. Miss Irene Gelinas and Mrs. Emma Hough have been advisers. The aim of the library club is to have social gatherings for the club members once every month throughout the year. For example, they have met in the library for noon luncheons. Some of the guest speakers at these meetings have been Miss Skulda Baner, Mr. Gerald Krocgcr, Mrs. Martha Haupt, and Miss Gladys Simpson. The Ironwood High School librarians are also helping to promote an Upper Peninsula organization of librarians. Row 1: J. Allen, L. llmincn, N. Turovaara, M. Coleman, M. Sher. Row 2: P. Sampson, S. Anderson, M. Ferguson, R. McMullan, A. Nelson. Row’ 3: Mrs. Hough, M. Reini, A. Wcttberg, J. Lahti, P. Cvengros, J. Carlson. Row 4: Miss Gelinas, P. Burlo, C. Cordy, G. Sendek. E. Williams, J. Edwards, N. Waurio. Row 1: E. Tassava, M. Kraemer, D. Ellis, E. Spetz. Row Z: R. Lutay, K. Kujanson, R. Salo, J. Flcischbein, J. Pinkerton. National Honor Society Luther L. Wright High School confers no higher honor than membership in the National Honor Society, because it gives recognition to those students who have most nearly attained the basic objectives of education. This Society is founded upon the principle that true education creates a well-rounded personality--in the development of the character of the individual and his relationships to those around him. Election to the society does not signify one’s perfection in any sense of the word, but rather the promise one exemplifies of achievement to be attained. This is an unselfish organization, striving only to uphold the Cherished ideals of our school. This organization is a national one, somewhat comparable to Phi Beta Kappa in the colleges and universities. The colors of this Society are blue and gold, and its emblems are the keystone and the flaming torch. The keystone bears at its base the letters C. S. JL. and S. which stand for the four cardinal principles of this organization--Character, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service. These virtues must be fitted faithfully into the purpose of life. As the keystone symbolizes the high ideals of this society, so the flaming torch symbolizes our purpose to follow the light of truth. Not more than fifteen per cent of the graduating class may be elected into the society, and not more than five per cent of the Junior class. Members of the society are voted upon by the faculty after careful consideration has been given to their records both for scholarship and citizenship throughout their years in high school. The Ironwood chapter of the National Honor Society, number 110, was organized in 1922, with eleven charter members. To date a total of 353 boys and 537 girls have been selected for membership from Luther L. Wright High School. RovM: A. Wettberg. D. Rowe, P. Cvengros, L. Colasacco, V. Lehikoinen. J. Rocn, J. Hill, E. Maki, C. Fine, L. Erickson, N. A. Gregory. Row 2: C. Cribble, J. Kostamo, M. Reini, J. Nezworski, J. Ahonen, C. Dayharsh. R. Smith, R. Lorenson, E. Lippo, C. Flink, C. Gotta. S. Torni, K. Holmberg, R. Ref son, D. Maki. A very impressive candlelighting ceremonial was held on March 4, 1953, for the purpose of initiating new members into the society. Conducting the ceremony were the Seniors who had been taken into the society on March 17, 1952, as Juniors. Richard Salo, president of the Ironwood chapter, presided over the rites. John Fleischbein acted as the Guardian of the Emblems, while John Pinkerton was the Guardian of Character. Donna Ellis was the Guardian of Scholarship and Richard Lutey the Guardian of Leadership. Margaret Kraemer was the Guardian of Service, while Evelyn Tassava, as the Guardian of the History, gave a brief history of the local chapter. Edith Spetz and Kenneth Kujanson were the Guardians of the Candles. Seniors elected this year were: Joyce Ahonen, Charles Dayharsh, LaVerne Erickson, Carl Flink, Carolyn Gotta, Nancy Gregory, Carole Gribble, Kathryn Holmberg, Jeanette Kostamo, Elden Lippo, Robert Lorenson, Dorothy Maki, Jane Nezworski, Rosaline Ref son, Mamie Reini, Diane Rowe, Roy Smith, Sylvia Torni, and Amy Wettberg. Juniors elected this year were: Louis Colasacco, Pat Cvengros, Charles Fine, Judith Hill, Vienna Lehikoinen, Eino Maki, Marilyn Murra, and Janice Roen. All the members of the National Honor Society pledged their allegiance to the society in the following words: “I pledge myself to uphold the high purpose of this society to which I have been elected, striving in every way by word and deed to make its ideals the ideals of my school and of my life.” National Athletic Scholarship Society Row I: F. Dravecky, J. Kavinsky, M. Lucas, K. Nordling, D. Stenstrom, M. Forsberg, D. Shaughcncy, T. Lund in, T. Strom. Row I: J. Thomas, R. Smith, D. Kennedy, F. Gregory, B. Vaara, T. Roberts, J. DeMario, D. Jacquart, C. Dayharsh, J. Pinkerton. Row- 3: Mr. Krznarich, A. Lopez, H. Stockhaus, D. Olson, M. Werth, P. Cvengros, A. Kero, E. Enfors, G. Youngberg, Mr. Mortorelli, Mr. Kraemer. 1 Club Seated: B. Sertic, M. Lucas, D. Kennedy, O. Shaughency. Row 1: B. Vaara, F. Dravecky, R. Kivisto, J. Corda, E. Alessandroni, D. Smith, G. Youngberg, D. Jacquart, C. Dayharsh, J. Thomas. Row I: F. Gregory, N. MacKool, J. Pinkerton, B. Sams, J. DeMario, M. Lakvold, H. Stockhaus, K. Nordling, E. Enfors, Row 3: Mr. Krznarich. R. Smith, B. Pearson, A. Lopez, T. Lundin, T. Roberts, M. Forsberg, T. Strom, D. Stenstrom. Row 4: Mr. Spencer, F. Beauchamp, J. Sendek, P. Cvengros, G. Trtan, A. Kero, H. Leppi, M. Werth, Mr. Mortorelli, Mr. Kraemer, W. Silvestri. ftow Is M. Johnson. Mr. Bednar. J. Pinkerton. Row I: D. Salo, D. Rabbidcau. Debate This year's debate team rose to hitherto unknown heights in the local debating world. For t-hc first time in the history of the school, we received a trophy for debate. By winning all but the championship debate our team brought home the second-place trophy. Early in the season, practice debates were held at Escanaba and Crystal Falls. Our team came through with a 50 average. The debate question for this year was “Resolved: That the Atlantic Pact nations should form a federal union. ’ With the able assistance of their coach, Mr. Frank Bednar, the team immediately began preparing for the Upper Peninsula final debates to be held on January 9 and 10 at Marquette, Comprising the final teams were Dick Rabbideau, Sophomore, first year debater, and Dick Salo, Senior, second year debater, for the affirmative; and Margie Johnson, Sophomore, second year debater, and John Pinkerton, Senior, second year debater, for the negative. In the finals these teams won five out of their six debates. In a very close battle for the first place trophy, they lost the championship debate to Manistique, last year’s champs. Reserve debaters were Louis Colasacco, Ellerine Warpula, Lisa Duckstad, Marlene Sher, Helen Beckstrom, Fay Richards, Nancy Coad, and Leonette Hamel. All of these, except Ellerine Warpula, who is graduating in June, will be material for next year’s teams. Our debate team deserves the heartiest congratulations of everyone for such a splendid showing. Seated: J. Pinkerton. M. Johnson. Mr. Bednar. Mr. Uear. L . itaooiaeau. D. Salo. Standing: E. Warpula. L. Duckstad. M. Sher. H. Beckstrom, F. Richards, N. Coad. L. Hamel. Seated: B. Sertic, N. Turovaara, M. Erickson, A. Lopaz, Mr. Sartoris. Row i: L. Colasacco, P. Sompi, R. Sunie, E. Kivi, M. Zoberski, D. Rahko, D. Ellis, S. Rolfsman, J. Roen, V. Lehikoinen. Row 2: P. Coleman, P. Holmberg, P. Shermas, M. Ulasich, R. Harvey, J. Nyman, A. Wettberg, j. Nezworski, J. Hill. Row 3: J. Leonarts, B. Velin, R. Wallace, N. Johnson, H. Beckstrom, N. Wennersten, N- Waurio, J. Fleischbein, J. Desotelle. Row 4: 0. Rabbideau, J. Pinkerton, E. Kleimola, B. Moore. C. Fine, C. Flink, A. Kero, M. Forsberg. Student Council Through the cooperation of the entire student body and the students and faculty an effective student council was formed this year, with the following as officers: Nancy Turovaara, president; Bob Sertic, vice-president; Margaret Erickson, secretary; and Al Lopez, treasurer. One of the goals of the student governing body was that of promoting citizenship, self-reliance, self-control, and strong character in its members. Many students have attended out of town citizenship conferences. The council has helped to stimulate better pep assemblies, safety on the streets, 1953-1954 assembly programs, and programs of public interest. The council has lived up to the responsibility bestowed on it. Row 1: Mrs. Matthew son, J. A. Colasacco, P. Wallie, C. Harvat, J. Hill. Row 2: P. Cvengros, J. Alexandroni, J. A. Gullan, N. Johnson, J. Perala, V. Gerovak. Inner Circle of the Qirls’ Friendship League President---------------------------Pat Wallie Vice-President----------------------- Judy Hill The Inner Circle is the executive body of the Girls’ Friendship League, nominated and elected by the high school girls. The object of the League is to promote a closer friendship among all Luther L. Wright girls. This is done by having an informal get-together once a month for an hour of dancing and refreshments. Our main project is to send baskets of food on Thanksgiving to needy families. Seated: K. Holmberg, M. Kraemer, D. Ellis, M. Wiitala. Row 1: M. Sievila, V, Lchikoinen, N. A. Gregory, N. Turovaara, V. Perlberg, Mrs. Bates, J. Kostamo, E. Lahti. Row 2: E. Koski, D. Rabbideau, R. Hill, K. McCullough, J. Carlson, H. Beckstrom, G. Mickelson, J. Hill, C. Hjalmquist. Row 3; S. Beckstrom, D. Smetana, R. M. Peterson, B. Moore, C. Fine, S. Torni, J. Saari, J. Fleischbein. Keyhole This year the Keyhole is completing sixteen years of reporting news about the school and the city. Ten issues have been published this year, one publication coming out at the end of each month. Last fall Margaret Kraemer took over as editor-in-chief, Kathryn Holmberg as feature editor, Margie Wiitala as exchange editor, and Donna Ellis as copy editor. The faculty adviser of the editorial staff is Mrs. Ida Bates. The Keyhole records all types of important school events. Humorous and serious events around the school are brought to the students through the editorials and feature stories. A page of each issue is devoted to the school sports. After the football season the annual Keyhole dance was held. This year it was called the “Mountain Mix’’; all those who attended dressed as hillbillies. A hillbilly king and queen were chosen by drawing ticket stubs. A tournament issue of the Keyhole came out at the beginning of March. It included the pictures of the basketball team, the coaches, and the cheerleaders. The Keyhole was distributed to all parts of the United States through the exchange department and was also sent to all the advertisers. The finances of the Keyhole are handled by the business staff, which collects ads to pay the publishing expenses. The business staff adviser is Mr. John DeSautelie. Seated: Mr. DcSautelle, Joyce Ahonen, Janet Heinonen, Carole Gribble. Standing: Mary Ferguson. Joanne Kauppila, Anita Hiltonen, Gail Sendck, Carol Pohjola, Mary Smaltz, Mary Jean Gorrila, Oianc Rowe, Jim King. French I Club Row 1: Miss Tabacchi, C. Murphy, A. Rowe, M. Kaartunen, M. Shcr, M. Nclmark, C. Pumala, M. Magnuson, S. Rolfsman. Row 2: P. Catilino, J. Rintala, S. Leppanen, D. Mattson, V. Kleimola, N. Turovaara, N. Torni, R. Refson, M. Jacquart. Row 3: R. Rhenlen, B. Roach, T. Voyce, D. Mcrtz, R. Roberts, J. Nezworski, M. Sievala, V. Gerovac, E. Krumin, H. Bale. Row 4: E. Koski, B. Velin, N. LaMarche, M. Ferguson, C. Harvat, N. Lahti, R Johnson, J. Siirila, J. Johnson, J. DeSotelle. French II Club Row_l: J. Stanczak, J. Setula, G. Olson, P. Strand. V. Phillips, L. Duckstad. Row 2: M. Verbos, H. Beckstrom, M. Webb, D. Walli, M. Rappley, Miss Tabacchi. Row 3: B CarleT M. Mayer, F. Chase. B. Swanson, V. Lehikionen, R. Sunie, R. Kujanson. Row 4: S. Beckstrom, M. Zoberski! C Mladenoff, C. Fine, G. Lmig, A. Magnuson, J. Fleischbein. Latin Club II Row I: L. Ilminen, J. Lstola, A. Wettberg, J. Nyman, K. Smith, N. Dolash, S. Slade, M. Aoodcock. P. Packmeyer, M. Semberg. Row 2; J. Woodworth, W. Nelson, D. Rabbideau, R. Hill, M. Koski, L, Hamel, J. Newman, M. Gotta, M. Luoma, D. Mattila. Row 3: H. Bale, P. Matiila, H. Turzak, G. Sather, C. Pohjala, M. Smaltz, B. Baluha, J. Schuman, N. Peterson, Miss Tabacchi. Row 4: A. Carle, J. Skowronski, J. Tezak, J. Gribble, P. Peterson, B. Eddy, N. Hansen, J. Rahko. E. Make, D. Nelson. The French Club The French Club, an organization of French students and former French students, seeks to acquaint the members with French customs and to give them an opportunity to speak French. The officers of the.club are the following: Clifford Mladenoff, president; Marilyn Webb, vice-president; Beverly Swanson, secretary; Myrna Rappley and Jane Chase, co-treasurers; Vienna Lehikoinen, student council representative. Miss Zera Tabacchi is the faculty adviser. Last year the Hurley French Club entertained the Ironwood group, and this year Ironwood invited the Hurley Club to a social gathering. The club also sponsored a Valentine’s Day dance. Row 1: P. Sompii, J. Leppanen, N. A. Gregory, N. LaMarche, J. Hein, Miss Pape, E. Kivi, G. Rowe, V. Perlberg. Row 2: V. Yelich, J. Olson, D. Berube, J. Carlson, N. Hajek, A. Harvat, R. M. Smith, M. Robinson, V. Lchikoincn, M. Murra, J. Roen, L. Hook, R. vVallace, D. M. Aho, J. Shiffra, R. Stevens, B. Rantanen, M. J. Gregory. The Commercial Club The Commercial Club, organized in the fall of 1951, meets once a month for business educational purposes. The club has had a speaker or a panel discussion at each meeting since it has been organized. Some of the topics that have been discussed by businessmen before this group are the following: “Let Your Conscience Be Your Office Guide”, “Office Etiquette”, “The Quality That I Look for When I Get Ready to Hire an Office Worker”, and “Telephone Etiquette”. The present officers of the club are the following: Audrey Harvat, president; Veronica Yelich, vice-president; Jacqueline Hein, secretary; Neva Johnson, treasurer. Miss Rosa Pape is the faculty adviser. Radio Club The club officers for this year are the following: Harold Lund, president; Ronald Erickson, vice-president; Florence Hansen, secretary-treasurer; Ronald Basso, technical adviser. The club was organized in 1950 by Walter Kalata and Donald Kucera. Its purpose is to promote interest in amateur radio and help those unfamiliar with this field to acquire a knowledge of radio. The main projects for this year were to have all those who were not acquainted with the Morse code learn it well enough to pass their novice tests, and to have all members learn the essential principles of electronics. Seated: C. Flink, F. Hansen, H. Lund, R. Erickson. Standing: D. George, J. Hill C. Dayharsh. Row 1: G. Olson, V. Phillips, C. Murphy, M. Sher, K. Pumala, M. Nelmark, M. Magnuson. Row Z: J. Sjowall, C. Forslund, L. Hamel, N. Lahti, J. Rocn, L. Duekstad, N. Torni. Row 3: A. Kangas, M. Landretti, H. Beckstrom, G. Finco, G. Sather, M. Mayer, J. Perala, 0. Symons, Row 4: J. Gribble, S. Beckstrom, R. Wallace, P. Peterson. B. Rantancn, D. Aho, A. Korpela, R. Stevens. Qirl Scouts The officers of this year’s Girl Scout Troop were the following: Arlene Kangas, president; Janice Roen, vice-president; Nancy Torni, secretary; and Beverly Rantanen, treasurer. The troop leaders were Miss Margie Michaels and Miss Vivian Johnson. The projects for this year were a dance and the annual cookie sale. At Christmas, the group gave a food basket to a needy family inlronwood. Red PeppCVS Row 1: J A Colasacco, D. Smith, C. Murphy, J. Alcxandroni, V. Phillips, G. Olson, M. A. Supple, K. Pumala, M. Nelmark, M. Magnuson. Row 2: M. Coleman, R. Harvey, R. Lundin, G. Oksa, Miss Birge, A. Hiltonen, L. Hamel, C. Forslund, N. Torni, A. DeLodder. R. Severin. Row 3: S. Landretti, F. Richards, M. Powell, H. Turzak, N. Perlberg, J. Jaresky, B. Baluha, M. Gotta,“j. A. Schuman. C. Harvat. Row 4: P. Mattila, J. Blaisdell, P. Sams, J. Babich, H. Beckstrom, S. Blomilcy, J. A. Gullan, E. Krumin, C. Ostlund, C. Hedstrom, J. Nyman. Row 1: V. Perlberg, L. Colasacco, B. Humann, Mrs. Matthewson, J. Hill. J. A. Colasacco. Row 2: R. Hill, P. Coleman, N. A. Gregory, J. Nezworski. R. Rcfson, K. Holmberg, C. Gotta. Row 3: D. Stone, F. Hansen, G. Mickelson, M. O’Donahue, J. Carlson, J. Olson, N. Hajek. Future Teachers of America The officers of the Signe Ruth Chapter of the F. T. A. this year are as follows: Carolyn Gotta, president; John Fleischbein, vice-president; Louis Colasacco, secretary; Florence Hansen, treasurer; Rosaline Refson, program chairman; Nancy Gregory, historian; Jane Nezworski, student council representative; Virginia Perlberg, librarian; and Kathryn Holmberg, publicity chairman. The members of the club are students interested in any phase of teaching. The purpose of the club is to gain experience and obtain information pertaining to the teaching profession. Some of the activities of the year included attending a central School P. T. A. meeting which featured a motion picture on the increasing need for teachers; attending a tea given by the American Association of University Women; and assisting in the care of Lorraine Shea during study periods. Kathryn Holmberg and Carolyn Gotta attended the Upper Peninsula Conference of the F. T. A. in October of 1952. Row 1: J Leppanen, L. Ilminen, P. Packmeyer, J. Sjowall, S. Rolfsman, Miss Tabacchi, L. Colasacco, R. Kujanson, K. Bowman, R. Roberts. Row Z: W. Manchester, M. Erickson, L. Hook, R. Wallace, J. Nyman, V. Yelich, R. Refson, M. Zoberski. M. Kraemer. Row 3: D. Rabideau, R. Hill, J. Ne .worski, N. LaMarche. H. Turzak. C. Harvat, J. Humann, J. King, C. Gotta. H. Beckstrom. Row 4: J. Ekstrom. J. Rowe, T. Roberts, R. Pakoncn, L. Hamel, B. Eddy, J. Gribble, S. Beckstrom, P. Peterson, N. Peterson. Drama Club The Drama Club was organized in 1952 for the purpose of filling the need for expression which exists in the high school student. This aim has been accomplished with numerous skits, pantomimes, and plays. Although the club has been responsible for several entertaining assemblies, its chief objective is to present each year one three-act play produced entirely by the Drama Club members. This “producing will include directing, staging, lighting, and make-up, as well as the acting. The Drama Club elected the following officers: Rudy Pakonen, president; Rosella Wallace, vice-president; John Rowe, secretary-treasurer. Miss Zera Tabacchi is the faculty adviser. Row_l: J. A. Colasacco, D. Smith, S. Thiedc, L. Erickson, J. Settula, S. Anderson, V. Phillips, G. Olson, J. Woodworth. Row Z: P. Matila, M. Sievila, L. Duckstad, N. Lahti, V. Gerovac, B. Carlt, S. Slade, P. Prebish. Row 3: D. Morris, V. Kleimola, R. Smith, M. Mayer, M. Sather. B. Baluha, J. Schumann, M Semberg, M. Webb. Row 4: S. Longhini, J. Wyzlic, M. Landretti, H. Bale, F. Hansen, M. Smaltz, C. Pohjola, J. Gullan, t. Krumin. r Aho. Row I: S. Grendahl, R. Rajala, J. Freedstrom, F. Maki. J. Kangas. J. Estola, J. Leppancn. Row I: £. Hannu, R. Tassava, L. Kleimola, M. Koski. N. Turovaara, G. Mickelson, J. Rahko. Row 3; W. Burlo, R. Johnson, M. Luoma, D. Mattila, N. Hill, C. Pohjola, B. Rundcll, E Tassava, E. Spetz. Row 4: C. Flink, J. Koivisto, L. Kangas, W. Lintonen, D. Hautanen, T. Hantula, J. Bennetts, R. Pakonen, K. Olson, L. Perttula. 4-H Club The 4-H Club is an organization which is mainly for rural youth. It is not a high school organization, but in it are many of our students who are active participants. The various activities carried on are to benefit the youth in respect to leadership and cooperation in working in a group. The club sponsored many social activities such as a monthly dance for the enjoyment of all youth. The club is under the supervision pf Mr. A. Bednar, the County 4-H Club agent. Unicycle Club The Unicycle Club is one of the newly organized clubs of the 1952-1953 school year, with Edward Kleimola as president, Jimmy Nelson as secretary, Gerald Kinnunen as vice-president, and John Heczko as treasurer. Mr. Ralph Spencer is the adviser. The aims of the club are to learn how to ride the unicycle and to develop co-ordination, balance, and individual poise. The club holds regular meetings at which individual members practice riding the unicycle. When they become more proficient in the art, the members plan to teach others to ride the unicycle.. Seated: G. Kinnunen, J. Nelson, P. Coleman. Standing: J. Heczko. Mr. Spencer, E. Kleimola. RowJ; E. Kleimola, M. Lucas, G. Youngberg, M. Lakvold, K. Olson. Row i: B. Hantula, N. Waurio, C. Perttula, W. Saari, J. Koivisto. D. Hautanen. Row 3: T. Hantula, Mr. Hocking, R. Maki, R. Bardo. The Agriculture Club The main purpose of the Agriculture Club is to promote agriculture in Gogebic County. Some means used for this purpose have been guest speakers, movies, and outside activities. The officers of the club are the following: Michael Lucas, president; Gary Youngberg, vice-president; Edward Kleimola, secretary-treasurer. Mr. Hocking is the adviser. Qirls’ Choir Row 1: A. Fafford, K. Lorenson, J. Woodworth, J. Freedstrom, S. Laftdretti, G. Oksa, S. Kleimola. Row 2: M. Supple, G. July, P. Manila, V. Tammelin, R. Severin, B. Carli, J. Babich. Row 3: R. Lundin, S. Aili, M. A. Ruppe, J. Jaresky, J. Janov, B. Velin, J. Trethewey. Row 4: C. Woodcock, N. Helander, N. Dolash, S. Slade, C. Minkin, A. M. Johnson, S. Blomiley, E. Krumin. Row 1: Miss White, director, P. Prebish, M. Johnson, V. Phillips, V. Perlberg, C. Murphy, D. Seymour, Gotta, C. Gotta, D. Berube, J. Olson, K. McCullough, J. Hill, S. Rolfsman. Row 3: P. Strand, M. Erickson, Row 4: L. Colasacco, G. Berg, D. Morin, R. Hill, B. Cannon, J. Rowe, T. Roberts, J. Skowronski, J. The high school choir, made up of fifty members, under the direction of Miss Helen White, rehearses When school opened in September, rehearsal was started immediately for the annual “Pop Concert”, outstanding features of this concert was the choir singing “You’ll Never Walk Alone”. The newly organized Before we knew it, the Christmas season was here, and on an evening in the last week before vaca-well as sacred songs. The theme of the evening centered around the meaning of Christmas as portrayed “White Christmas”, and “Winter Wonderland”. As a finale to the program, the choir sang the traditional their new robes. The robes have the traditional school colors w-ith the red robe, white collar, white satin Kathryn Holmberg, and Louis Colasacco. Margaret Warren represented the college choir on the committee. With the absence of Miss White in January, the choir was directed temporarily by Mr. Hill. In the early part of March the operetta, “The Fortune Teller”, was getting underway with morning ballerinas. The cast included the following: Fresco, Tom Roberts; Count Berezowski, Donald Lascody; Margaret Warren; Irma, Kathryn Holmberg; Vera, Pat Prebish; Wanda, Arnette Rowe; Lieutenant Almir, Many school functions such as Parents’ Nights, Armistic Day, and assembly programs have re-out the year. These groups are the girls’ trio, boys' quartet, and the mixed quartets. Baccalaureate and Commencement exercises will again call upon the choir to perform for the last The choir officers were the following: Kathryn Holmberg, president; Carolyn Gotta, vice-president; H. Jackson, A. Rowe, R. Harvey, D. Ellis. Row 2: N. LaMarche, J. Saari, M. Kraemer. J. Nordling, M. N. Hanson, B. Eddy, P. Dahlin, V. Siirila, M. Webb, M. Zoberski, M. Rappley, M. Powell. P. Holmberg. Butler, D Velin. Row 5: J. Koivisto, M. McCullough, H. Lund, B. Moore, D. Dahlin, D. Saari, J. Eckstrom. during the third hour every morning. The girls’ first hour choir consists of thirty-two members. and strains of “The Night Is Young” and “Beautiful Lady” were heard throughout the school. One of the college choir also performed at this concert. tion, we presented our annual Christmas program. This year’s concert featured light secular songs as through Christmas cards. Some of the selections were “Let All the Nations Praise the Lord”, “Alleluia”, ‘‘Hallelujah Chorus”. At this Christmas program, the high school choir appeared for the first time in stole, and white satin-lined sleeves. The script for the program was written by John Rowe, Donna Ellis, rehearsals, and the choir room was transformed into the colorful scene of whirling gypsies and graceful Captain Ladislaus, John Rowe; Sandor, Bob Cannon; Musette, Sandra Rolfsman; Boris, Bob Moore; Vaninka, Edward Bawden; and Lieutenant Timar, Rodney Hill. quired the participation of the choir. Several of the small groups performed at civic programs through- time of the school year. Margaret Kraemer, secretary; Louis Colasacco, treasurer. Row 1: R. Rajala, J. Schuman. C. Verhelst, M. Koski, V. Lehikoinen, M. Smaltz. M. J. Gorrilla, C. M. Mukavitz, D. Ellis, J. Roen. Row 2: M. Nelmark, M. Magnuson, E. Koski, P. Mattson, S. Grandahl, J. Chase, V. Yelich, G. Michelson, S. Longhini, J. Estola, J. Rahko. Row 3; M. Coleman, D. Rahko, D. Anderson, J. Leppanen, S. Leppanen. S. Thiede. R. Roberts, D. Tervo, S. Rice, J. Blaisdcll, B. Swanson , Hedberg, G„ Hill, R. Sunic, T. Richards, B. Rooni, J. Vargovich, J. Hill, R. Heinski, N. Lahti. D. Aho, Mattson, M. Nylund, N. MacKool. G. Bennetts, J. Sendek, R. Ahlgren, P. Jacquart, D. Saari, D Hautancn, Han tula. Band Director------------ President----------- Vice-President------ Secretary-Treasurer Student Director---- Historian----------- .........C. S. Hill ----Richard Lutey ---------Roy Smith -------Delores Aho -------Richard Salo Margaret Kraemer Floating down the street come the strains of “Sound Off , and soon we see the bright red uniforms its marching routine to this music. As an encore to the cheering spectators they play the University of in precision and intricate maneuvers, whether on the street or on the athletic field, to realize that it Having worked, waited, and planned last fall for our trip to the Logging Congress at Escanaba, we this step. The loyal supporters who had given us the money to make this trip put the money into a fund to cancel. Our band was singularly honored by having “The Baton , a national music magazine, run a feature Because the band is too large to use all of its members for most occasions, an Honor Band was competitive auditions. The band, either as a whole, as the Honor Band, or through soloists and ensemble groups, has pro-all athletic events, and various organizations and events. As an extra-musical activity, the band, along This year thirty of us will be leaving the band as Seniors, and all of us will miss it. We’ll miss the that through the ceaseless efforts of Mr. Hill and the cooperation of the members, our band will continue Ahonen, D. Berube, L. Colasacco, S. Collins, S. Anderson, R. Wallace, J. Olson, J. Anderson, L. Hamel, Sjowall, P. Ramuta, L. Sandene, J. Saari, P. Salo, R. Smith, J. Carlson, H. Johnson, L. Ducks tad, J. Nelson, F. Bock, C. Anderson, E. Kivi, P. Strand, J. Olson, B. Hagstrom, R. Lutey, C. Pohjola, L. M. Kracmer, J. Tezak. Row 4: M. Wiitala, K. Kujanson, J. Kostamo, J. Rahko, J. Gotta, R. Hill, J. L. V. Erickson. Mr. C. S. Hill. Row 5: D. M. Aho, D. Sievila, J. Koivisto. B. Baluha, O. Mayo, D. D. Randby, M. Murra. Row 6: R. Dunn, A. Searle, C. Fine, P. Morgan, G. Watters, G. Anderson, T. of the Ironwood High School Marching Band. The band then plays the “Storm King ' march and continues Michigan s Victors and do the kick step One has only to see the one hundred-piece band marching justly deserves the reputation of being the best in Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin. were very much disappointed when we had to cancel it. The polio epidemic in that area forced us to take for a future trip. We are going to use the money this spring for a trip to compensate for the one we had article about us in its fall issue. This article contained a short history of the band and our picture, created, composed of fifty members of the regular band who have proved themselves to be eligible through vided music for just about every civic and school activity. This has included music for two concerts, with the choir, headed the “Youth March” for the March of Dimes. comradeship and loyalty among the members and the ever-present humor of Mr. Hill. We know, however, to be the best around here. Homecoming Court Seated: M. L. Shiffra, P. Wallie, N. Johnson. Standing: B. Sertic, N. Berquist, J. Erickson, Queen J. Saari, King M. Lakvold, J. Rahko, F. Dravecky, A. Kero, D. Kennedy. This year’s homecoming during the football season was the first to have a queen and king r i officially crowned. The king and queen were Marvin Lakvold and Joan Saari. The members of their court were: Janet Rahko, Pat Wallie, Neva Johnson, Mary Lee Shiffra, Jean Erickson, Bob Sertic, Frank Dravecky, Duncan Kennedy, Nik Berquist, and Arnold Kero. The homecoming took place October 2 and 3. There was a parade and a pep rally, Thursday night, October 2, over which the queen and king reigned. Friday night before the Ironwood-Ashland game, the king and queen were crowned b.y Mr. John Patrick. They received various gifts from different business establishments in Ironwood. “B” Team Cheerleaders Ironwood Pep Song Fight, team, we’re here to pepper you on to go. , m • With good spirits, cheers, and song; Pep up and run the score up high on the foe. Tonight’s game to us belongs--Rah.’ Rah Rah Old Ironwood's fight along with your playing bright Will bring our victory nigh; Heads up, step out and play your best for Ironwood, Fight for old Ironwood High. A Sports Kneeling: D. Olson, manager, D. Shaughency, B. Vaara, A. Lopez, M. Lakvold, F. Dravecky, F. Gregory, D. Kennedy, manager. Standing: Coach J. Krznarich, R. Smith, B. Scrtic, P. Cvengros, B. Lorenson, J. Sendek, A. Kero, M. Werth, D. Johnson, Assistant Coach, Mr. Mortorelli. Basketball The Red Devils, under the able coaching of Mr. John Krznarich, finished the regular basketball season with a record of thirteen wins and three defeats. The Red Devils also won the Michigan-Wise ons in Conference title with nine wins and one loss. Playing their first game of the season under Head Coach John Krznarich the Red Devils ground out a 70-63 victory over Iron River. Cvengros and Gregory led the Ironwood attack with 17 and 16 points, respectively. In their second game of the season, the first away from home, the Red Devils overpowered a deliberate Negaunee five, 59-42. It was victory number two for the Red Devils, who were sparked by Frank Gregory’s 21 points. Grabbing an early lead over Kingsford, in a game played on foreign hardwood, Ironwood’s flashy five were never headed. Roy Smith dunked 16 points to lead the winning cause, while Cvengros and Gregory each chimed in with 12 counters. Wakefield was no match for Ironwood as the Red Devils salted away their fourth consecutive victory, 54-44, before a near capacity hometown throng. Frank Gregory led the Wright’s well-coordinated attack with a 20 point output. Ironwood overcame a tough Ashland Quint and went on to notch their fifth consecutive season victory. The Red Devil’s attack was paced by Gregory, Smith, and Cvengros who had 16, 12, and 11 points, respectively. The score was 57 to 53. The Red Devils defeated Bessemer 57-41, for their sixth straight win. The victory broke the Speed Boys’ four game winning streak. Roy Smith led the scoring attack by bucketing 26 points. “Smitty” really earned the phrase “Mr. Smith Goes to Town’’ The Red Devils captured their seventh straight win by dumping Park Falls in the first game after Christmas. Sertic was high point man with 14 points. A powerful Ironwood quintet kept Marquette away from the basket to rack up another win. This time Roy Smith led the scoring with 19 points. Frank Gregory hit 23 points, as the Midgets went down under the Ironwood attack for the first time since the ’48- 49 season. The Devils climbed the ladder for their tenth win, beating Wakefield on January 23, when Pat Cvengros copped scoring honors with 16 points. The Red Devil’s first defeat came at the hands of Ashland after a ten-game winning streak. The score was 67-55. The greatly improved Oredocker team put Krzmarich’s men into a two-way tie for first with Bessemer in the Conference. Jack Brose of Ashland scored 25 points, while Pat Cvengros made 17 points. The team’s eighth conference win came on February 7, when the Devils beat the Speed Boys, 61-50. Reserves, Jim Sendek and Dave Shaughency sparked the boys on to a victory which put them in first place again. Sendek was high point man with 13 points. Continued on page 9 1 The Red Devils pulled through after a cold first half to defeat Park Falls for the second time, 97-60. Skippy Gregory put on a tremendous scoring showing by bucketing 44 points. Skip was then raised to second place in Conference scoring. Jim Beissel holds first place. A tough Iron Mountain five handed the Devils their second defeat of the season by a close score, 75-72. The Red Devils were not up to par in their defensive play although they narrowed the margin from twelve to three points in the last quarter. Pat Cvengros took scoring honors with 18 points. Bob Sertic and Frank Gregory were second and third with 16 and 15 points. The Devils trounced their “across the river rivals the second time this season by a score of 61-52. This was the first time in seven years that an Ironwood quintet was able to beat Vergamini s men twice in a season. Again Skip Gregory took the scoring honors by bucketing 20 points. Ishpeming handed the Red Devils their third defeat in a thrill-packed game in which the Red Devils lost by only one point. The score was 60-59. The Ironwood five led throughout most of the game, but the Hematites pulled up close in the last few minutes to win by one free throw. Roy Smith scored 27 points and Sharland of Ishpeming also bucketed 27 points. The District 76 basketball tournament for class B and E schools was held in Ironwood, March 4-5-6 and 7 in the high school gym. The class B teams were Ironwood, Iron River, Stambaugh, Kingsford, and Iron Mountain. When the first round of play was over, Stambaugh and Iron Mountain came out victorious. Ironwood having gained a bye, played Stambaugh in the semifinals. Stambaugh played valiantly but was outclassed by the Ironwood quintet. The final score was 67-37, with Roy Smith leading the scoring with 20 points. Saturday night in the finals Ironwood opposed Iron Mountain. When the game was over Ironwood was victorious, 66-43. Roy Smith led the scoring again with 19 points. Ironwood received the District trophy at the conclusion of the game. Having successfully competed in the District tournament the Red Devils traveled to Negaunee on March 13. Ironwood played Negaunee in the semifinals and met defeat at the hands of their foes, the score being 50-37. The Red Devils completed the season with fifteen wins and four loses. Frank Dravecky - Frank’s cool ball handling and shooting ability have made him a very dangerous reserve. This is Frank’s second year on the varsity squad. Frank Gregory - “Skippy was one point short of being the leading scorer in the Michigan-Wisconsin Conference. He is the possessor of a fake which has been the downfall of many teams throughout the year. Richard Johnson - Along with an uncanny eye, “Dicka possesses an excellent long shot, and his rebounding is superb. Arnold Kero - Arne is a first-year man on the varsity. He is noted for his left-hand push shots, and his rebound work is of high caliber. Marvin Lakvold - “Musthapa” is one of the most aggressive boys on the varsity. Although lacking experience, he has improved immensely since the first part of the season. Bob Lorenson - A transfer student. Bob is the tallest man on the squad. He is a tower of strength among the reserves. Jim Sendek - Jim is one of the best college prospects on the 1953 Red Devil’s squad. Although a slow developer, he has turned in many fine performances at the center position. Bob Sertic - “Cheeta , in his first year of varsity ball, has all the qualities of a polished veteran. A great defensive ball player, he is even better when the Red Devils are on the move. Bob Vaara - With the help of new glasses, Bob has improved tremendously. When a long shot is needed to open up a defense, Bob always comes through. Pat Cvengros - “Patty , in his third year on the varsity, has really come into his own. He is one of the biggest boys on the squad and also one of the smoothest. A1 Lopez - Al, an all-round athlete, is a fine ball handler with tremendous drive. Great things are predicted for him next year. Melvin Werth - Mel is developing into quite a ball player--improving all the time. Watch out for him next year. Dave Shaughency - Dave has proved to be the additional spark needed when the team is in hot water. His jump shot has proved its worth in the clinch. Roy Smith - The name Roy Smith needs no introduction. His uncanny jump shot has made him a top scorer for the Red Devils this season. This is “Smitty’s third year on the varsity squad. “B” Team Row 1: J. Tezak, D. Cedarstrom, D. Stenstrom, 1. atrom, T. Lundin, M. Forsberg, J. Pogliano. Row 2: L. Colasacco, G. Anderson, D. Goodney, D. Sabin, J. Kavinsky, G. Trtan, D. Lager. Row j: Mr. Mortorelli, J. Hedberg, J. Kapets, D. Saari, D. Stone, C. Hjalmquist, C. Maki, D. Kennedy, manage r. Freshman Basketball Team RovM: M. Rantanen. B. Stout, J. DesoteUe, R. Ulaaich, E. McCullough. R. Edmark. T. Gill. Row 2: E. Runstrom, R. Trethewey, D. George. G. Lucas, D. Nylund, E. Hellen, R. Milavetz. Row 3: Mr. Mortorelli. J. Ahola, J. Morin, G. Berg, W. Slade, J. Budnik, M. Kostamo, D. Nicholas. Philosophers G. Turzak, O. Smith, G. Smith, H. Stockhaus, M. Lucas, R. Kivisto. Merit’s Rowdies K. Nordling, B. Pearson, N. MacKool, T. Chiolino, G. Youngbcrg, T. Hansen. Cross Country 1952 Row 1: (Left to Right) - D. Dahlin. J. DeMario. D. Olson, A. Kero. H. Aspinwall. Row 2: F. Beauchamp, G. Hill, W. Sams, N. Bergquist, F. Luoma. Cross Country The first meet in which the Red Devils competed was held at Duluth on October 4, 1952. Out oi a tough field of eleven competing schools, the Ironwood squad finished eighth. The teams finished in the following order: 1. Minneapolis Southwest 7. Grand Rapids 2. Duluth Central 8. Ironwood 3. Minneapolis North 9. Duluth East 4. Murey (Minneapolis) 10. Two Harbors 5. Roosevelt (Minneapolis) 11. Big Fork 6. Duluth Denfeld Out of a total of 78 runners competing, the Ironwood trackmen, Sams, Kero, Olson, Aspinwall, and Beauchamp, placed 27th, 39ih, 41st, 53rd and 62nd respectively. In the Upper Peninsula meet held on October 11, 1952, at Escanaba, Ironwood, placed third. There were 59 runners competing from eight class “B” schools. The results of the meet were as follows: 1. Sault Ste. Marie 5 8 points 5. Menominee 2. Escanaba 65 points 6. Marque tte 3. Ironwood 82 points 7. Ishpeming 4. Manistique 96 points 8. Iron Mountain Placing for the Red Devils were Arnold Kero, 5th; Bill Sams, 14th; Don Olson, Aspinwall, 19th; and Francis Beauchamp, 27th. Lettermen No. of Letters Received 1. Don Olson 3 2. Bill Sams (Co-Capt.) 2 3. Arnold Kero (Co-Capt.) 1 4. Howard Aspinwall 1 5. Francis Beauchamp 1 6. James DeMario 1 117 points 166 points 177 points 179 points 17th; Howard Baseball Row • A. Lopez, D. Stenstrom. W. Samsa, J. Corda, J. Thomas, E. Alcssandroni, T. Strom, J. Kavinsky, Coach J. Kraemer. Row 2: M. Lucas, K. Nordling, T. Lundin, A. Kero. N. MacKool. P. Cvengros, G. Trtan, M. Forsberg. Bat boy - J. Kavinsky. i Baseball Competing in their sixth season in Michigan-Wisconsin Conference baseball, the Red th ! Sp°tUght coPPing the M.-W. Conference Championship. They completed the season with a clean sweep of eight wins and no losses. The Red Devils fought their way to the school's best record. It is agreed that top playing such as this comes from hard training and high spirit. r- j Let ers were awarded to the following by Coach Kraemer: Metsa, Nordling, Sams, Corda, Ales sand r oni, MacKool, Kero, Lucas, Thomas, Lopez, Trtan, Cvengros, Lundin, Kavinsky, Strom, Stenstrom, and Forsberg. SCORES OF GAMES Ironwood - 5 Iron wood - 4 Ironwood - 9 Ironwood - 11 Ironwood - 6 Ironwood - 6 Ironwood - 19 Ironwood - 9 Bessemer - 2 Hurley - 3 (13 innings) Wakefield - 0 Park Falls - 2 Bessemer - 2 Hurley - 5 Wakefield - 0 Park Falls - 3 PITCHING RECORD Corda Stenstrom Metsa Nordling Lopez Sams Trtan MacKool Cvengros Alessandroni Lundin Kavinsky Kero Strom Lucas Thomas F orsberg TOTAL P. Cvengros W T L 0 B. Metsa i 0 K. Nordling i 0 T. Strom l 0 TOTAL 8 0 INDIVIDUAL SCORING GAMES 8 8 7 7 8 8 8 7 8 5 3 1 3 3 3 3 2 AB R 35 10 23 5 24 8 27 8 25 6 26 8 30 6 23 7 32 8 7 2 3 0 2 1 1 0 4 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 264 69 H AVE. 13 .371 7 .304 8 .333 9 .333 6 .240 6 .231 11 .367 6 .261 14 .438 1 .143 0 .000 1 .500 0 .000 0 .000 0 .000 0 .000 0 .000 83 .311 Football 1952 Row 1: B. Kleimola, J. Corda, M. LaKvold. B. Pearson. B. Sertic. T. Roberts, D. Kennedy. N. MacKool, J. Pinkerton, Co-Capt. H. Stockhaus, W. Saari, J. Thomas. Row i: F. Dravecky, G. Youngberg, M. Werth. D. Shaughency, H. Leppi, D. Jacquart. R. Lorenson, R. Hatch, C. Dayharsh, J. Tezak, Co-Capt. M. Lucas. Row 3: E. Shiffra. G. Trtan, W. Silvestri, T. Lundin, A. Lopez, D. Stenstrom, P. Cvengros. D. Mattson, J. Koivisto, T. Strom, J. Kavinsky. Row 4: B. Johnson, J. Perlberg, B. Stout, J. Svoke, D. West, J. Bolich, L. Kangas, J. Ekstrom, L. Pryor, D. Cedarstrom, B. Moore, D. Edmark. Row 5: R. Ballard, J. Budnik, A. Hendrickson, L. Williams, W. Mattson, D. Ulasich, R. Rhcnlund, A. Sodcrman, J. Ahola, J. DeSotelle, J. Rintala, B. Ludlow, J. Morin, R. Roberts. Row 6: D. Nicholas, M. McCullough, N. Pawlicki, D. Nylund, T. Gill, R. Eliason, P. Johnson. B. Reini, B. Mickelson, J. Lucas. Row 7: R. Spencer, assistant coach. J. Krznarich. assistant coach, R. Kivisto, manager, J. Ohlgren, manager, D. Olson, manager. Head Coach Mortorelli. I Football ALL CONFERENCE HONORS Dave Shaughency, Mike Lucas, Albert Lopez, John Kavinsky, Harold Leppi, Pat Cvengros ALL UPPER PENINSULA TEAMS Second Team--Mike Lucas; Honorable Mention-Pat Cvengros, Albert Lopez, John Kavinsky, Bob Sertic, Dave Shaughency. SCORES OF GAMES INDIVIDUAL MICHIGAN-WISCONSIN SCORING CONFERENCE W L T Ironwood 6 Duluth Denfeld 13 Shaughency 55 Ironw ood 4 0 1 Ironwood 0 Escanaba 0 Cvengros 27 Hurley 3 1 1 Ironwood 32 Bessemer 7 Pearson 13 Ashland 2 1 2 Ironwood 26 Hurley 13 Sertic 6 Park Falls 2 1 2 Ironwood 13 Ashland 7 Lakvold 4 Bessemer 1 4 0 Ironwood 0 Menominee 7 Total 105 Calumet 0 5 0 Ironwood 0 Park Falls 0 Ironwood 28 Calumet 6 Total 105 Opponents 53 Head Coach-A. Mortorelli; Assistants-J. Krznarich, R. Spencer; Co-Captains-Mike Lucas, Harold Stockhaus; Student Managers-Donald Olson, Rudy Kivisto. The Ironwood Red Devils won sole possession of the Michigan-Wisconsin Championship this season with a record of four wins and a tie. This was Ironwood s first clear title to the honor since 1945. The squad’s terrific team spirit was the key factor in their success. Not once did the team let down or lose this fighting spirit. On September 5 the Red Devils opened the season by entertaining the Duluth Denfeld Hunters . Although outweighed by nearly twenty pounds per man, the scrappy Ironwood eleven outplayed the Denfeld squad. However, the team was unable to produce the necessary scoring punch and dropped its opener 13-6. Still unable to find themselves, the Red Devils and Escanaba battled to a 0-0 tie on September 12. Bessemer became Ironwood s first conference victim by a sound 32-7 trouncing on September 19. On September 26 the Red Devils invaded Hurley with a well-balanced scoring machine. Although the Ironv ood team got off to a slow start, they finished strong in downing the “Midgets 26-13. Victory was sweet and long overdue for the Red Devils. Although greatly hampered by the loss of Fullback Pat Cvengros, Ironwood beat a fighting Ashland squad 13-7 for their third conference win on October 3. One of the hardest played high school football games ever witnessed in the Upper Peninsula occurred at Menominee on October 10. Menominee scored early on a long pass. From there on, however, the two teams battled on even terms. The Maroon eleven came out on top with a narrow 7-0 victory. The Ironwood team finished the 1952 season in grand style. Dave Shaughency, Iron-wood’s Junior left halfback, scored four times, as the Red Devils defeated Calumet 28-6 and gained the sole possession of the M ichigan-W isconsin Conference title on October 24. Mike Lucas (Co-Captain) - Mike, an outstanding end on both offense and defense, was rewarded for three years of hard play by being chosen honorary co-captain by his teammates and end on the all U.P. second team. Harold Stockhaus (Co-Captain) - Although slowed down by a knee injury, “Hada was a standout line backer on defense. He played equally well at fullback when called upon to fill the vacancy left by Pat Cvengros. Tom Roberts - Tom specialized in blocking and tackling. His rugged end play will be greatly missed next year. Frank Dravecky - Whenever the Red Devils were in a tight spot, they depended on Frank s fine punting to get them out. Although his specialty was punting, he also played well at end. Duncan Kennedy - Dune's determination and will to win landed him a tackle berth on the offensive unit. Marvin Lakvold - Musthapa was by far one of the finest defensive men on the '52 Red Devil's squad. Gary Youngberg - Although Gary didn't join the squad until after the Duluth Denfeld game, he soon proved himself capable of holding down a defensive guard position. Robert Pearson - Bob became known as a ‘'triple threat man . He ran, passed, received, and played equally well at the defensive end position. Jack Thomas - Jack earned his first letter this year at the end post. He was a very capable reserve who could be counted on for a good showing. John Pinkerton - Although “Pink suffered a broken hand early in the Denfeld game, he was able to see action later in the season. He received his first letter at the guard post. Nick MacKool - Nick’s rugged tackle play was respected by all with whom he came in con-tack. The opposition thought twice before running over Nick's tackle position. Charles Dayharsh - Charlie was one of the most determined reserves on the squad. He didn’t come into his own until the week prior to the Calumet game. Jerry Corda - Jerry’s speed was one of the main reasons why he was feared by opponents as a dangerous break-away runner. He earned his first letter at halfback. Bob Sertic - Cheeta’s all-around athletic ability made him a “natural for the quarter-back position. His cool, heads-up signal calling was a big factor in the success of the 52 Red Devils. Daniel Jacquart - Dan could always be called upon as a dependable reserve. He earned his first letter at the guard position. H a da ClaucK Row 1: J. Karpinen, C. Stano, C. Plohocky, B. Bonnell, H. Misuraco, D. Young, K. Borowski, D. Lascody, B. Pearson. Row I: T. Roberts, H. Leppi, D. Jacquart, D. Olson, D. Shaughcncy, H. Stockhaus, J. OeMario, J. Thomas. Row 3: C. Maki, D. Stenstrom, T. Strom, J. Tetak, M. Werth, D. Kennedy, M. Lakvold, B. Sertic, P. Cvengros, Row 4: T. Lundin, B. Sams, P. Hagstrom, W. Plohocky, J. Pogliano, F. Hedberg, J. Corda. Row 5: L. Stanczak, JL. Perttula, J. Hill, Mr. Mortorelli Mr. Ck edde, Mr. Kraemer, J. Sobolewski, M. Nicholas, J. Sendek. Track 1952 The Ironwood Red Devils again completely monopolized all of the Track and Field meets on the Range. They completely outdistanced their foes in the Wakefield Invitational, the Ironwood Regional, and in the M ichigan-Wisconsin Conference. At the U. P. finals the Red Devils finished 3rd behind the Soo and Iron Mountain. David Young was elected honorary Captain by his teammates. The following were awarded letters by Coach Jack Kraemer: Bonnell, William 39 Gregory, Frank 9 Borowski, Ken 23 3 4 Leppi, Harold 9 Misuraco, Herman 18 Lakvold, Marvin 8 Lascody, Don 17 Pearson, Bob 7 Y oung, Dave 15 Shaughency, Dave 6 3 4 Olson, Donald 14 Sams, Bill 5 Sertic, Bob 13 Werth, Melvin 5 Stano, Charles 11 Hedberg, Fred 2 3 4 Roberts, Tom 11 Stockhaus, Harold 2 1 2 Plohocky, Walter 10 1 4 Corda, Jerry 2 1 2 Cvengros, Pat 9 3 4 De Mario, James 1 James Sendek, Manager Kneeling; T. Dostert, L. Colasacco, A. Grant, J. Butler. Standing: E. Bawden, C. Johnson, B. Ketola, Mr. Krznarich, C. Mockross, D. Lascody, J. Kuehiman. Tennis In the last few years Ironwood has progressed far in the sport of tennis. In the early 40’s we boasted four championship teams, but since then no important results had been accomplished until last year, the 1952 season. In the Michigan-Wisconsin Conference tennis meet, held at Wakefield, the Ironwood netters, coached by Mr. John Krznarich, placed second in team points, Wakefield taking scoring honors. Lascody and Kuehiman, first double team, entered the championship match, but again Wakefield proved to be too much, and our men were defeated 7-5, 6-4. Lettermen for 1952 were Don Lascody, Captain, with three years of service; Carl Mockross, with two years of service; and John Kuehiman, Bill Ketola, Edward Bawden, and Ned Elsemore, each with one year of service. CAPTAIN HAROLD POYNTER R. O. T. C. Staff MASTER SERGEANT JAMES H. TUCKER MASTER SERGEANT WILLIAM J. CONWAY Color Quard Harold Dixon, Leonard Stanczak, Robert Severin, Jerry Shiffra. Battalion Staff In Front: Robert Cannon and Tom Roberts. In Rear: Richard Lutcy, Frans Luoma, John Pinkerton, Gerald Olson, Lawrence .Vanden, Nik Bergquist. Company A Forcground: B. Sams. Row- I: K. Nordling, J. Lenart, E. Enfors. Row Z: W. Trudeau, C. Mladenoff. Row’ 3: D. Johnson, B. Hatch, R. Basso, N. Holmes, T. LaBlonde, K. Bow-man, B. Lindberg, D. Shaughency. Row 4: J. Ekstrom, R. Knief, R. Beckman, J. Kavinsky, P. Hagstrom. Row 4: L. Anderson. R. Belany. O. Tiziani, D. Waisenen, D. Coodney, D. Wirta. Row 6: R. Minken, R. Kujanscn, C. Maki, J. Corda, D. Stone, G. Mattson. Row 7: D. Dahlin, J. Skowronski, J. Sertic, P. Coleman. Company B Foreground: E. Lippo. Next Row (Left to Right): D. Olson, A. Lopez, J. Walesevitz, F. Ahonen, R. Ahlgren. Row 1 at Left (Front to Rear): R. Dunn, G. Trast, W. Silvestri, B. Kleimola, R Smith, P. Jacquart, T. Hantula, E. Cichon. Row Z: M. Werth, R. Johnson, R. Stenstrom, N. Waurio, A. Carli, G. Watters. D. Kennedy, M. Forsberg. Row 3: G. Hill, G. Gotta, J. Tczak, J. Hedbcrg, D. Nelson, D. Hautanen, D Palojarvi, T. Strom. Row 4: T. Lundin, D. Stenstrom. J. Mason, G. Koponen, W. Plohocky. C. Anderson. A. Grant. A. Brattlund. Row 5: D. Hewitt, R. Rabbideau. D. Smith, P. Bracket, C. Anderson, W. Johnson, R. Sunie. Row 6: J. Kapets, R. Lipske, R. Peltonen, E. Maki, D Carlborn, W. Nelson, D. George. Company C Foreground: R. Vaara. Row 1 (Left to Rignt : G Nicholas, D. Saari, G. Bennetts, L. Stanczak, H. Dixon. Row i (Front to Rear): R. Moore, R. Geen, D. Cederstrom, J. Heczko, F. Beauchamp. Row Z: E. Shiffra, H. Lund, L. Johnson, J. Hedstrom, H. Peters, K. Mattila. Row 3: J. Johnson, G. Kinnunen, J. Barto, W. Manchester, J. Butler, J. Pemberthoy. Row 4: J. Dragish, A. Searle, D. Mattson, C. Hjalmquist, R Oman, L. Pryor. Row 5: P. Dural, J. Pogliano, K. Hill, G. Haan, aa, J. Koivisto, J. Barnes. Row 6: R. Luoma, J. Yurchek, R Johnson, J. Bolich, D. Aspinwall, D. Ranta. Company D Officers in Front: F. Luoma, J. Thomas, P. Cvengros, D. Tervo, J. Pinkerton, H. Aspinwall, R. Peterson, M. Nicholas. Row 1 at Left (Front to Rear): R. Severin, J. Olgren, W. Richards, D. Lager, W. Kopecko, W. Lintonen. Row 2: R. Nevala, R. Aho, W. Curtin, M. Gustafson, D. Novicich, J. Westcen. Row 3: W Fahrner, R. Erickson, A. Magnuson, C. Mehler, J. Richards, G. Orbick. Row 4: L. Anderson, J. Pavlovich, F. Oliver, L. Kangas, R. Tassava, K. Anderson. Row 5: E. Kleimola, D. Randby, J. Hendrickson, R. Spenser, B. Anderson, D. Sabin. Row' 6: R. Ahola, E. Hannu, G. Larkins, P. Rigoni, F. Kopnick. Boys’ Drill Team Kneeling: R. Basso, C. Mehler, L. Wanden, C. Anderson. Standing: L. Lippo, C. Maki, D. Dahlin. L. Anderson. D. Lutey, ,V. Trudeau, G. Watters, B. Lindljcrg, J. Butler. D. George. Boys’ Rifle Team Kneeling: J. Hill. N. Bergquist, T. Roberts. J. Bennetts. B. Sams. W. Trudeau. Ro 2: R. Spencer J. Mason. A. Carli, Sergeant Conwav, D. Dahlin. R. Johnson. G. Hendrickson. J. Kavinsky. ■■■I R. O. T. C. Band Row I (Left, From Front to Rear): D. Hautanen, L. Anderson. J. Gotta, J. Tezak, R. Johnson, R. Dunn. Row 2: P. Jacquart, J. Hedberg, C. Anderson, E. Hannu, A. Searle. Row 3: D. Randby, G. Hill, G. Watters, B. Kopccko. Row 4: D. Saari, R. Lutey, R. Sunic, D. Nelson, G. Bennetts, T. Hautula. Sophomore Drill Team Kneeling: D. Nelson, D. Carlborn. R. Sunie. W. Plohocky, R. Rabideau, P. Jacquart. Standing (Left to Right): R Bracket, M. Forsberg, A. Carli, W. Johnson, R. Johnson, J. Gotta, J. Tezak. Row 1 at Left (Front to Rear): J. Mason, G. Watters, G. Trast. Row 2: W. Nelson, C. Anderson, R. Peltonen. A. Brottlund, D. Stenstrom. Row 3: R. Smith. N. Waurio, W. Silvestri. Qirls' Rifle Team Kneeling: S. Collins, J. Cvengros, J. A. Gullan, P. Ramuta, J. Hill, J. Saari. Standing: M. Nelmark, N. Torni, F. Richards, N. Mlasko, Sergeant Conway, J. Blaisdcll, K.‘ Ramuta, S. Johnson, C. Schmaltz, M. Magnuson, Weapons Instruction Finale Should auld acquaintance be forgot. And never brought to mind ? Should auld acquaintance be forgot. And days o’ auld lang syne? For auld lang syne, my dear, For auld lang syne, We’ll take a cup o’kindness yet, For auld lang syne. 0