Luverne High School - Cardinal Yearbook (Luverne, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1969 volume:

4 I '-.o i • riznzF’ A ) Wiv t+is5 5( A 5por5te SI C5 'ftbHute ll r J - Superintendent Eitreim Opens the Door to Better Education Harvey G. Eitreim South Dakota State M.S. As superintendent of schools since 1949, Harvey G. Eitreim has instituted numerous reforms in the Luverne school system. Since his arrival 20 years ago, the school district has consolida- ted, a new high school was built in 1956, and in 1965 a new wing was added to the senior high to accomodate an ever expanding en- rollment. In his quest for a better educa- tional system, Mr. Eitreim has served in many administrative capacities. In 1962 he was ap- pointed County School Administra- tor for Rock County. He was a member of the Minnesota State High School League from 1961- 1965, and has since served as treasurer, vice president, presi- dent, and in the delegate assembly of the League. The superintendent has also served as a consultant on many committees for the State De- partment of Education. These achievements reflect Mr. Eitreim's personal philosophy, Youth deserve the best education possible. 4 Principals Bridge Gap of Student Communication John Holsen John Rath U. of Minnesota M.A. South Dakota State M. S. Board of Education Maintains High Educational Standards Acting as a governing body for the local school system, the eight members of the Board of Edu- cation set the guidelines used in establishing school policy. They must approve all recom- mendations of the high school in- cluding those involving finances. These and numerous other mat- ters are taken up at the Board's monthly meetings. Comprising Luverne's school board are (left to right): MortSkewes, Albert Goehle, Ernest Ham- ann, Harvey Eitreim, Elmer Piepgras, A1 Bot, D. M. Lippi, and Dr. Donald Odland. 5 Secretaries and Assistants are Invaluable Assets Ruth LaVelle, Mr. Eitreim's personal secretary, and Twila VerSteeg execute the secretarial duties in the superintendent's office. Assisting the high school administrators in their many tasks is a staff of six secretaries and sev- eral student assistants. These helpers are re- sponsible for such duties as taking attendance, de- livering messages, and executing routine office services. Row 1: Gail Olson, Connie Opitz, Kathy Klosterbuer, Cheryl Jauert, Rosemary Mulligan, Shirley Buss. Row 2: Betty Fick, Bonnie Gange- stad, Debbie Walker, Kathy Dykers, Joyce Mann, Patty Lynch, Virginia Obermoller. Row 3: Marcia Fink, Jeri Scott, Bonnie De Booy, Pat Fink, Glenda Top, Phyllis Stanley, Donna Huiskes. Teacher Participation Sparks Student Incentive Is Mr. Bendix introducing the molecular vi- bration theory ? No, claim his senior chem- istry students. He s demonstrating the Ben— dix Bounce, a new dance craze sweeping, the halls of LHS. Teacher, babysitter, supervi- sor, and counselor are just a few of the words that could be used to describe Luverne's faculty. Con- sisting of 46 members, the teach- ers exert a strong influence on LHS students. Included in their many duties are such tasks as chaperoning dances, supervising extracurric- ular activities, and last (buthard- ly least), teaching in their vari- ous specialized fields. It is their participation and example in these areas that sparks the students' interest and desire to learn. Adele Adix Earl Anderson Garland Anderson Mankato State B.S Moorhead State B.S. South Dakota State B.S. Sharon Anderson Augustana B. S. Miss Peterson pauses to assist Betty Hartz with her sewing project. Lowell Baerenwald Gerald Bartlett Eugene Bendix Westmar B.S. U. of South Dakota B.S. U. of South Dakota M.N.S. 8 Teachers Lend a Helping Hand Louise Berg Augustana B.A. George Bonnema Northwestern Keith Bromley Leonard Brown Marjorie Christensen Mankato State B.S. Gustavus Adolphus B.S. Macalester I 9 Kathleen Croes Mankato State B.S. Ernest Dahlberg Cornell College B.A. Lance Davies Bemidji State B.S. Teachers Are Staunch Supporters of Student Endeavors Mrs. Finberg and her lucky red dress are seen at every home basketball game. Hermina Dykhouse Sioux Falls College B.S. Keith Erickson Mankato State B.S. Laura Finberg Gustavus Adolphus B.A. Harry Franz South Dakota State M.S. Richard Grischkowsky Mankato State B.S. Timothy Fisk South Dakota State M.A. Joan Gertner Mankato State B.S. Emily Harms Northwestern B.A. Ann Flisrand Luther B.A. Gordon Gits St. John's U. B.A. Tom Haugen Luther B.A. G. C. Hussong Marjorie Kilker Dale Knoll Central College B.A. Southern State B.S. Mankato State M.S. V Cortland Krogstad U. ofMinn. (Morris) B.A. Steve Larson Augustana B. S. Elmer Menage Morning side M.S. Alan Molde Gustavus Adolphus B.A. Duane Mutschler Larry Nelson kathie Orr Winona State B.S. Concordia B. S. Mankato State B.S. Faculty Proves that Learning Does not end in the Classroom Mr. Purrington, Mr. Spangrud, and Mr. Nelson illustrate the fact that mind over matter does not always prevail. Berdine Peterson Mankato State B.S LaMovne Polzin Mankato State Carol Purrington South Dakota State B.S. Dwayne Purrington Macalester B.S i) B.S. Joseph Roberts Mankato State B.S. George Schade Luther B.A. Betty Schoon U. of Minnesota B.S. Esther Spease Mankato State B.S. Kenneth Zilstra Mankato State B.S. William Sievers Marlin Spangrud Colorado State M.A. Concordia B.A. David Svingen Concordia Charles Weinman B.A. Mankato State VN � ) M.S. £ Make Way for the Cleaning Brigade Luverne's cleaning brigade is made up of Harvey Cook, Margaret Scherff, Mr, LHS Chauffeurs Drive us to Higher Education From early morning until late afternoon the LHS custodians endeavor to keep our school clean and presentable. They are a major reason for Luverne's fine repu- tation of neatness as reported by the vis- itors to our school. We should be proud of the fine job they do. Every morning the LHS chauffeurs de- liver the rural students to school. To help insure the safety of their riders, the bus drivers often check their motors to make sure they are running smoothly. Besides delivering students to school , the bus drivers transport LHS students to sports events, band and declam contests, and other activities. and Mrs. Art DeYoung, Linley Becker, John Navara, and Joe Visker. Bus drivers— Howard Iveland, Elvin Clau- sen, Shorty Johnson and Hildegard His- ken— take time to check one of the bus motors. 15 Cooks Provide “ Food for Thought” How to satisfy the gnawing sto- machs of LHS students? This is the question the cooks have to ask themselves every morning. The four cooks — Myrtle Thompson, Viola Lammert, Marian Braa and Agnes Husen are trained to compose a menu of nutritious food at a minimum cost. They also prepare the meals for banquets and other special occasions sponsored by the school. Besides her constant fight against the bug, our Registered Nurse, Sue Tollefson, has several other important duties. She admits students who have been absent, checks eyes, ears, weight, and height of all the students, keeps health records, helps and organizes vaccinations, and must always be ready in case of an acci- dent during school time. 'Conquer the Bug is 1 ler Motto Always ready for an emergency, Registered Nurse, Sue Tollefson, wraps up another case. What has teeth that chatter, knees that knock, and a red nose? A Luverne High School student at a fire drill of course! Say—, I was just wondering, do you suppose... 18 Anticipation Takes on Various Forms Throughout the Day Thank goodness there are only five minutes left in de- tention, utters Mr. Bromley boringly. After a summer of leisure and just plain fooling around, note the eagerness, the pure excitement of the first day of school. 20 Human Experience is a. Collage of Emotions: Joy, Sadness, Seriousness, and Pain. Each is a Unique and Necessary Part of Life. 21 ♦ The Sounds of Silence? Looking at these pictures, you should be able to hear the corre- sponding sounds in your head. These represent a faction of life that you take for granted—sounds! We live in a world full of noises — the bells between classes and when school is over, the shuffling of feet during the mad rush from class to class, the voice over the intercom that calls you to the office, and the booming voice of an infuriated teacher that you can feel as well as hear. Sounds are mind-stickers. Maybe some day all you'll have is memories, and your world will be silent. 22 The Fads You’ll Remember Grays and blacks, super- rollers, white socks, extreme differences in the in fashion lengths, curly hair, pierced ears, etc, —these are only a few of the fads of '69. .Some lasted only a short time, while others lasted for months. Fads were a way of self-expression, yet a feeling of belonging to a group. 25 f Class Officers—Our Senior Advisors The memories that seniors will cher- ish for years to come are captured in the Cardinal each year. Many of these memories are happy and some are sad. First in their book of treasures was the annual football Homecoming festi- vities. Students focused their atten- tion upon the parade, coronation, dance and game which culminated the Home- coming events. Snoball, sponsored by the seniors, was well attended. The president of the senior class presented the foreign exchange student with a Christmas gift. Completing this memorable year, seniors engaged in research themes. Many anxieties and frustrations were exerted because of these unique com- positions. Nevertheless these themes will prove valuable in further- ing their education. The class of 1969 seniors will remem- ber their experiences as fun years and surely these memories will be treasured forever. Senior class officers—Tom Dahlberg, Pres- ident; Mike Sedlacek, Treasurer; Sandi Davis, Secretary; and Mary Mollberg, Vice President—anticipate future toboggan par- ties. Rebecca Aanenson Curtis Adams David Ahrendt Gene Ahrendt Larry Anderson Sievert Aning William Appelt Deborah Bakalyar Summer Fades Into Winter—Seniors Approach Final Year Carol Christensen demostrates her driving skill on a Skidoo. Laura Bowen Glenda Bremer David Beug Bruce Braa Vicki Broer Twila Bendt Patricia Bode Debra Boelman Ann Brehm Gail Bremer Glenn Brower Ronelva Bruxvoort Anna Chesher Carolyn Buss Shirley Buss Mary Carter The Energetic Class of 69 Senior boys devour their sack lunches over some serious conversation. Seniors Find Out That Man Cannot Live on Bread Alone Patricia Connell Thomas Dahlberg Allan Dale David Davis Sandra Davis Marian Den Besten Barbara DePauw Susan Deuschle Harlan Dibbem Sharon Doeksen James Dreesen Charles Ebert Jane Engebretson David Fick Patricia Fink Michael Foerster Michael Frakes Bonnie Gangestad Nancy Glaser Steven Granneman Roger Green Vickie Halvorson Seniors enjoy a weiner roast at the Quarry. Lloyd Hemme Pamela Hemme Jennifer Hendricks Darla Huiskes Donna Huiskes Sharon Iveland Nancy Hussong Keven Jansen Cheryl Jauert Barton Jessen Sandra Jessen Janine Jordahl Terry Kack Susan Kafka Shifteh Karimi Dale Kiebach Dale Kille Mavis Kindt Constance Koelke Barbara Korthals Jerold Mann Linda Maxwell Julie McClure Dean McNeely Seniors Never Stop Climbing for More Knowledge Mike Frakes proves Newton's theory that when something goes up it must come down. John Molitor Marge Noll finds out that typing a re- search theme involves more than just adept fingers. Research Themes— Just a Senior Pastime Shirley Oehlerts Terry Ohlsen GaleOklre Gayle Olson Kenneth Olson Nelva Ott Marcia Olson Richard Olson Larry Overgaard Rita Oye Connie Opitz Thomas Padilla The Quarry—Often the “Happening Place’ for 69’ers Marvin Petersen James Petty Robert Reu Stephen Rogness Gary Papik Mark Petersen Patsy Ranschau David Rename David Schmuck David Sandbulte Robert Schrank Dominic Scheidt Paula Schumacher Laurelyn Schmidt Jerilyn Scott Michael Sedlacek Susan Sehr Nancy Serie Laura Siebenahler Lorna Siebenahler Walter Stearns Thomas Skattum Irene Steiner Gary Smith Dennis Stoterau Phyllis Stanley Marilyn Swanson To prove a theory in Mr. Purrington's Psychology Class takes deep concentration. Psychology Class Demonstrates “Mind Over Matter Gloria Swenson Gerald Thode David Thompson Harold Tilstra 43 Richard Toft Stanley Tofteland Glenda Top Milen Vande Hoef Rex Van Dyke Jacqueline Wells Ronald Visker Nancy Winter Nancy Walgrave Allen Wahlert Karen Ykema Coronation, Parade, Dance, and Game Climax Homecoming Festivities Barb Boelman, 1967 Queen of Cardinal Capers, expresses her joy to her successor by a kiss and presentation of roses One event not easily forgotten, especially by seniors, is Home- coming, Reigning over the week- end of festivities was Queen Laura Bowen and King Dennis Stoterau. Sock it to 'em was the theme for the traditional Homecoming parade with FFA winning first place. The evening was highlight- ed by a spectacular victory over the Worthington Trojans, 27-6. Homecoming weekend was capped by a dance featuring music by the New Starfires. With the tears and cheers, Home- coming will always be a memory in the minds of all students. Row 1: Kathy Olson, Sandi Davis, Nancy Serie, Mary Mollberg, Shifteh Karimi, Renee Wander- see, Kathy Rapp. Row 2: Tom Skattum, Tom Dahlberg, Mike Sedlacek, Marilyn Swanson, King Dennis Stoterau, Queen Laura Bowen, Nancy Hussong, A1 Dale, Ron Visker, Curt Adams. 46 Onward to victory is Mark Peterson's cry as he runs through the pathway made by band members. Tom Hanson and John Reuter assist Sue Deuschle into the Cardinal victory cup with the helpful advice of Nancy Walgrave. Sh i ft eh Makes the LHS Scene One new face in L. H. S. is Shifteh Karimi, our foreign exchange student from Tehran, Iran. Shiftie, as she is called by her friends, resides with the Lester Brehm family. Besides her usual schedule of six academic classes, Shifteh is kept busy by participating in Student Council, chorus and gymnastics. Nine years of ballet, a year of piano, sewing her own clothes, and traveling to many countrie s in Europe and Asia are some of her main interests. Upon returning to Iran, Shifteh plans to enter the University of Tehran. After nine years of ballet, Shifteh dis- plays her talent with expertness. Just beginning piano lessons, Shifteh is helped by her teacher, Mrs. Michael. Two new organizations. Pep Club and FTA, were added to the list of extra curricular activities this year. Pep Club, advised by Mrs. Pur- rington, consists of LHS's most enthusiastic students. Making signs, performing skits and arou- sing school spirit are some of their many duties. Busily organizing their consti- tution are the charter members of the Future Teachers of America. Working under the supervision of Mrs. Christianson, students get aid from teachers and help them prepare lesson plans. Through FTA—Kathy Nash, San- dy Rust, Sue Sehr, Bill Appelt, and Martha Merrill participated in an exchange with five students from Renville. This exchange en- abled them to compare classes and school systems. Newly Organized Clubs at L.H.S. Pep Club's sexy cheerleaders, Breezo, Chopper, and Picadill, try to arouse school spirit. FTA members concentrate as Mrs. Christenson discusses their new constitution. Students enjoy dancing to Dee Jay and the Runaways at Snoball. Shifteh graciously accepts her Christmas gift from the senior class, presented by president Tom Dahlberg. Air of Excitement Pervades Snoball Atmosphere Sponsored by the seniors, the annual Sno- ball dance was attended by grades 10-12. Providing the music was Dee Jay and the Runaways. Tom Dahlberg, senior class president, presented Shifteh with their Christmas gift. Students participated in a hall decorating contestfor the first time. Everyone was en- thusiastic in displaying their artistic abil- ities and the Juniors won with their theme of Dickens Village. 50 X Putting a serious thought to all the problems of LHS are the student council cabinet mem- bers—Ron Visker, President; Nancy Hus- song. Educational Secretary; Ken Olson, Chairman; Denny Stoterau, Vice President; Irene Steiner, Recording Secretary; and Laura Bowen, Social Secretary. Cabinet Represents the Voice of the Student Body What group of students gives up their fourth hour class every 2 weeks to dis- cuss problems confronting LHS? It could only be the senior high student council. Making up the Student Council are the 6 members at large, 6 cabinet members, one representative from every first hour class and 2 advisors, Mrs. Finberg and Mr. Nelson. During the year the Student Council attended several conventions to find im- provements for LHS. Changing Home- coming activities, encouraging the Christ- mas hall decorating, building dugouts for the baseball teams, starting a Drama Club, and presenting the possibility of a youth center to the city council were just a few things the Council promoted. Row 1: Bob Lippi, Irene Steiner, Linda Maxwell, Marilyn.Swanson, Ann Brehm, A1 Dale, John Molitor. Row 2: Bernie Maras, Laura Bowen, Becky Christian- son, Nancy Eberlein, Barb Mollberg, Kris Bot, JoAnn Blount, Shifteh Karimi, JimHommen. Row 3: B.J. VanderKooi, TomNergaard, Nancy Glaser, Vicki An- derson, Jackie Wells, Jenn Hendricks, Mary connell, Carol Christensen, Shar- onlveland. Row 4: Dennis Stoterau, Har- old Tilstra, Chuck Ebert, Ron Visker, Tom Dahlberg, Curt Adams, Ken Olson, Mike Sedlacek. Row 1: Mr. Bartlett, Pixie Larson, Donna Kennedy, Jane Boelman, Jane Wildung, Rhonda Hansen, Peggy Hermann, Pat Dy- kers, Martha Merrill. Row 2: Mary Con- nell, Beth Eberlein, Shirley Madison, Beth Frakes, Sue Brakke, Shirley Clau- sen, Barb Pohl, Dorothy Hoh, Debbie Luethje. Row 3: Walter Eisner, Allen Padilla, BobKontz, David Iveland, Cheryl Meyer, Linda Loose, Jeanne Murphy, Terry Gass, Paula Wendt, Colleen Hab- bena. Row 4: Steve Loger, Joel Christ- ensen, Max Jensen, Fred Manfred, Jack Hommen, Dennis Olson, Scott Wendt, Wayne Hartz, Steve Clausen, Dennis Mc- Neil. Spanish Club officers —Wendy Wildung, Dorothy Hoh, Colleen Habbena and Beth Eberlein take special interest in Spanish customs. Spanish Club Furthers International Understanding ftRMIM PACO To further the Spanish students knowledge of Spain and the foreign language, Spanish, our school has established a Spanish Club. Under the supervision of Mr. Bartlett and the four club officers, the club meets once every month. The Spanish Club members are able to increase their speaking abil- ity and aquaint themselves with the history, customs, and people of Spain. Eagerly working to publish the best LHS Annual is our 1968-1969 annual staff. The staff consists of the senior editors, annual typists and photographers. Each editor is given a section of the year- book and is held responsi- ble for completing the pages. The work includes creative ideas for pictures, writing copies, bylines and narra- tive heads toarrange on their pages. The photographers take pictures and develop them. Busily typing all the written material for the An- nual are the annual typists . This hard working staff met twice a week under the sup- ervision of Mr. Weinman. The uniquely designed divi- sion pages were created by Dave Thompson , an LHS senior. Jackie Wells Ann Brehm Janine Jordahl Sue Mary Deuschle Mollberg Mark Tony Chuck Clemmenson Scheidt Ebert Annual Staff Publishes Best Annual Ever The senior editors — Laura Bowen, Nancy Hussong and junior editors--Brenda Givens Mary Connell believe in all play and no work. The business staff consists of- Front row: Pam Hemme, Glenda Top. Back row: Anna Chesher, Ronelva Bruxvoort, Pat Connell, Cheryl Jauert, Darla Huiskes and Mr. Sievers, the advisor. RETINA REFLEX Always behind the scenes, ready and wining to take pictures are the photographers Mike, Gary and Steve. Mavis Kindt, typing editor, offers assistance to the typists— Beth Frakes, Lona Gabrielson, Sonia Hamann and Sandy Rust. Echo Keeps the Students Informed Echo gives students a chance to ex- press themselves on almost any sub- ject. It consists of informative arti- cles on coming events and reviews of past events. Under the supervision of Mr. Gits and a student staff, Echc our school newspaper is published and distributed once every month. Some of the standard articles are Short Shots with Tom Sedlacek giv- ing the run down on sports events. The Teacher Feature informs stu- dents about the life and personality of LHS teachers. The most embarras- sing questions are asked to LHS sen- iors about various factions of life in the Personality Parade. Row 1: Chris Hovland, Sue Frahm, Julie Petersen, Irene Steiner, Marilyn Swanson, Ann Brehm, Nancy Winter, Becky Aanenson, Becky Kirby, Lona Gabriel son, Shirley Madison, Joyce Mann. Row 2: Darlene Johnson, Sonia Hamann, Debbie Franz, Dorothy Hoh, Kathy Blattner, Anna Che she r, Rita Oye, Ronelva Bruxvoort, Shirley Clausen, Ann Eberlein, Joan Jacobson, Sandy Rust, Sue Sehr, Laura Bowen. Row 3: Vicki Broer, Sandi Davis, Nancy Glaser, Carol Row 1: Shirley Oehlerts, Rita Oye, Linda Laurie Schmidt; editor, Debra Boelman, Kindt, Deb Fodness, Ronelva Bruxvoort, Mavis Kindt; editor. Barb De Pauw. Bonnie Gangestad. Row 2: Marge Noll, 56 Christensen, Mary Connell, Brenda Givens, Sue Brakke, Beth, Frakes, Julie Frakes, Sharon Hendricksen, Peggy Martin, Nan- cy Eberlein, Kris Bot. Row 4: Glenda Top, Tom Sedlacek, Chris Schoon, Bill Appelt, Chuck Ebert, Ben Vander Kooi, Mark Jensen, Stan Tofteland, Bob Lippi, Pat Zubke, Vicki Anderson. Circulation editor, Vicki Broer, and assistant Cheryl Jauert distribute the Echos and Rotos for Mr. IPurrington1 s class. It was the night after the Echos came out, not an Echo editor was stirring—except Shirley as she shouted, Hey gang look at this. Members of the Gits Gang are senior editors, Marilyn Swanson and Nancy Winter; business manager, Bill Appelt; junior editors, Carolyn Swanson and Shirley Madison; and sports editor, Tom Sedlacek. Expression and Individualism Are Stressed in Declam The videotape, a new addition to the speech department, helps Mr. Spang- rud show Bob Lippi how to improve his selection for declam. Nancy Hussong is easily persuaded by Bob Lippi that she is the Queen of France. The Queens of France, this years One Act Play, was directed by Mrs. Purrington. They received an A rating at the One Act Play Contest in Pipestone. Bob Lippi played the part of a French lawyer who swindled four New Orleans women— Ann Brehm, Nancy Hussong, Sharon Iveland, and Vicki Anderson. Declam students learn how to express them- selves through someone elses words and sometimes their own. The purpose is to gain confidence and experience in public speaking. There is a division of declam to suit every- one's needs. Original and memorized oratory, humorous and serious interpretation, storytelling, extemporaneous reading and speaking, discussion. One Act Play and a future Drama Club are the various divisions of declam. 58 Stan Toftland gives his opening speech as the A squad debaters practice just before leaving for the State Tournament at Minneapolis. Forensics Speak Out Resolved: That the United States should adopt a program of compul- sary service by all its citizens, was this year1 s debate topic. From debate the students learn skill in organization, public speaking, re- search and team work. Luverne's debate team partici- pated in twelve tournaments throughout the state. Placing first at Hutchinson and second in con- ference. They placed second and third at District and Region re- spectively. This entitled Luverne to send the team—Stan Toftelaixi KenOlson, Bob Lippi, Gary Over- gaard, and Ben VanderKooi— to the State Tournament at the Uni- versity of Minnesota. Prospects for next year's debate team should be very good with three A squaders returning and a fine B squad. The B squad placed first at Worthington, second at Hutchinson and third at the con- ference. Hey! Mr. Spangrud, I had it in my back pocket all the time, says Bob Lippi. Medical Careers Club, Future Homemakers Help Prepare Students for Future Vocations Busy was the by-word for this year's Medical Careers Club. Students highlighted their year with trips to the State Hospital in Wilmar, the Sioux Falls School for the Deaf, and the Crippled Children's Home in Worthington. One of the Future Homemakers of America Club's projects this year was the formation of a Secret Grandmother Club to cater to the fancies of the area's elderly ladies. Other projects included trips to fashion shows and hosting an FHA banquet at the end of the school year. Members of the Medical Careers Club return from a field trip at Holm Funeral Home. Junior high FHA officers — Jayne Boelman, high officers—Mary Jo Reisch, Glenda Karen Briggs, Connie Walker, and Patsy Top, Rita Oye and Kathy Dykers. Dykers—inspect the work of the senior 60 Row 1: Linda Buss, Anna Che she r, Lin- da Kindt, Janet Rolfs, Bonnie Gangestad, Patty Lynch, Mary Jo Reisch, Debbie Swenson, Debbie Fodness, Janet Rans- chau. Row 2: Miss Berg, Kathy Zemke, Virginia Kuiken, Kathy Dykers, Rita Oye , Becky Aanenson, Barb Jessen, Bev les- sen. Row 3: Jerri Scott, Gloria Swenson. Jane Wilding, Vicki Hoeck, Glenda Top, Glenda Bremer, Debbie Boelman, Ellen Arends. Phi Beta Girls Assist with Library Ch ores Every day during the school year Hii Beta girls aid in the running of the high school library. Checking out books, returning them to their proper shelves, and helping with bulletin boards are only a few of the many tasks these girls perform. This year the Phi Beta Club also sponsored candy sales, an exhibit in the homecoming parade, and a banquet for its members at the end of the school year. Becky, Debbie, and Patty display their creativity on the library bulletin board. GAA officers Beth Eberlein, Merry Blount, Sue Sehr, Nancy Walgrave, and Barb Mollberg pause for a good laugh in the midst of cleaning out the equip- ment room. GAA Provides Outlet for Pent-up Energies Many different activities, spon- sored by the Girls' Athletic Associ- ation, await girls in grades 9-12 ev- ery night after school for the pur- pose of fun and fitness. With the help of advisors, Miss Croes and Mrs. Anderson, GAA enables stu- dents to participate in volleyball , basketball, tumbling, bowling, and gymnastics—just to name a few. Other projects sponsored by the GAA this year include a swim trip, a gymnastic meet—the first ever held in Luverne—and abanquetat the end of the school year. GAA girls demonstrate their ability at volleyball, one of the many sports offered by the organization. FFA Promotes Citizenship and Leadership Luverne's chapter of the FFA is a very busy group. Besides their regular stud- ies in farming methods, leadership, par- liamentary procedures, they have sev- eral other outside activities. Some of these include raising crops, judging live- stock, testing soil, and operating the concession stand during football games. They do a good job of living up to their motto, Learning to do, Doing to learn. Earning to live. Living to serve. Proudly displaying their motto are FFA officers-Gary Overgaard, Harold Tilstra, David Fick, Dave Sandbulte, Steve Nath, and Stan Tofteland. LEARNING TO 00 FFA 00ING TO LEARN 1 f K EARNING TO LIVE f rA LIVING TO SERVE Row 1: Norman Christensen, Ron Fick, Lyle Anderson, Gary Uithoven, Dwight Fodness, Joel Nath, Merlin Wynia, Dale Alink, Rodney DeBoer, Bruce Boelman, Larry Van Dyke, Mark Walgrave, Gary Fodness. Row 2: Roger Lauck, Don Arends, Gary Den Besten, Darrell Fikse, Burdell Oye, Bob Heitman, Bill Mann, Glenn Overgaard, Gary Wharton, John Vermeer, Dwayne Vander Vliet, Henry Sandbulte. Row 3: Lloyd Hemme, Stan Tofteland, David Fick, Roger Green, Rex Van Dyke, Allen Wahlert, Dave Sandbulte, Lynn Petersen, Jerold Mann, Bryce Gradert, Steve Nath, Dennis Gyberg, Mr. Anderson. Row 4: Larry Franken, Harlan Dibbern, Dwight Shelton, Gerald Thode, Bryon Franken, Willis Sandbulte, Gene Van Dyke, Randy Anderson, Bill Kastein, Larry Anderson, Barton Jessen, Gary Overgaard, Harold Tilstra. 63 Checkroom and Concessions Workers Eagerly Serve the Sports-minded Public Those people who are seen every Fri- day night frantically selling concessions and checking coats at basketball games are hard working LHS students. They take time out during the game to execute the sometimes very difficult task of serv- ing the sports minded public. Profits from these two activities go to the Student Council who in turn help to subsidize the cost of the school yearbook. Ronelva, Gloria, and Glenda gladly serve a demanding customer. Row 1: Connie Opitz, Marion DenBesten, Shirley Buss, Irene Steiner, Carolyn Buss, Karen Ykema, Ron Wacker. Row 2: Barb Oldre, Cheryl Rolf, Carol Cramer, Linda Groth, Pat Connell, Mar- cia Olson, Ralph Wacker. Row 3: Pat Lynch, Ronelva Bruxvoort, Rita Oye, Darla Huiskes, Becky Aanen- son, Phyllis Stanley, Twila Bendt, Keith VanWesten. These are the various jobs performed by the Ushers— Robert Reu, Dave Beug, Barton lessen, Gerald Thode, Lloyd Hemme, Harold Tilstra and Jerold Mann. Ushers and Car Parkers Help the Fans at Games Car parkers Ken, Danny, Rick, Dan, Wayne and Dennis discover that unparking can be a problem too. These two groups of boys are in charge of seeing that home basketball games run smoothly. The car parkers meet the fans as they enter the parking lot and direct them to a parking spot. They help to ensure that as many fans as possible will get a place to park. They are easily spotted wearing their orange reflectors and shining their flashlights. After their car is parked and the fans enter the gymnasium the ushers take over. They are in charge of seeing that every- one finds a seat in order to watch the game. Each year the crowds grow larger and larger and their job becomes more difficult. This is a big job for the boys and their advisor, Mr. Holsen. Council Twirlers Represent the Band The Band Council takes time from their duties to have a little fun. The members in- clude Merry Blount, Nancy Glaser, Carla Wacker, Mary VandenHoek, Marilyn Swan- son, Jackie Wells, Sandy Rust, Jane Boone, Becky Christianson, Dave Schmuck, and Mr. Haugen. Marching Band Proves Their Musical Ability Early morning rehearsals and practicing every noon leads to a successful season for the mar- ching band. There are 68 mem- bers in the band this year. Their activities include half-time per- formances at football games, Turkey Day, Tri-State and Home- coming parades. The band's special engagement for this year was attending Man- kato Band Day where they per- formed a half-time show and marched in the parade. They also took part in Southwest Col- leges' Founder's Day at Mar - shall, where they were the fea - tured band during half-time. 66 Under the direction of Mr. Haugen, the Concert Band is made up of 72 stu- dents in grades nine through twelve. Each fall, following the marching band season, tryouts are held, with each student competing for a seat in the Con- cert Band. After the results are com- piled, they settle down to a hard-working season, continuing through the spring. Band members may use their study halls for the purpose of working on band music and their lessons. This individual and cooperative practice leads to the Mid-Winter Concert. After this, they prepare for contests, both district and regional, and the final appearance of the year, the Spring Concert. Through these goals, the members of he Concert Band learn to use their musical ability for the enjoyment of the community. With boredom and enthusiasm — Dorothy Vickie, Laura, and Sandy — prepare for the Mid-Winter Concert. 68 Concert Band Proves to Be the Best Ever Row 1: Kathy Olson, Patti Zubke, Sue Brakke, Vicki Ander- son, Marilyn Swanson, Becky Christianson, Julie Rust, Jeanne Murphy, Mary Carter. Row 2: Sandy Rust, Dorothy Hoh, Vickie DeGroot, Sandy Arp, Martha Merrill, Jackie Wells, Connie Walker, Danita Oien, Shirley Madison, Debbie Franz, Donna Kennedy, Martha Vegge, Jane Boone. Row 3: Laur a Frakes, Kris Bot, JoAnn Jensen, Mark Scheekloth, David Hartz, Jack Ford, Jim Johnson, Dave Schmuck, Debbie Nor - ton, Stan Tofteland, Bruce Ahrendt, Cleon McClure, John Rodgers, Mary Vanden Hoek, Steve Connell, Kathy Nash . Row 4: Julee Frakes, Margo Schneekloth, Kathy Fick, Sharon Iveland, Julie McClure, Dianne Foerster, JoAnn Blount, Kim Dougherty, Carolyn Swanson, Nancy Winter, David Nath, Mary Hansen, Ken Fitzer, Dan Mogck, Jenn Hendricks, Merri Blount, Nancy Glaser. Row 5: Renee Wandersee, Paul Navara, Carla Wacker, Gary Johnson, Greg Winter, Paul Ormseth, Wayne Hartz, Bryon Franken, Bill Appelt, Lauri Nelson, Mr. Haugen, Janine Jordahl, Kristy Cook. Missing from the picture are Glenda Bremer, Debbie Bakalyar, and Gloria Oien. Nancy Glaser, David Nath, John Rodgers, and Sandy Rust retreat to the instrument cabinets when Mr. Haugen is on the warpath. 531 aUl Pep Band Arouses Spirit Playing at all home basketball games is the chief purpose of the pep band. This 60-member band also entertains the fans at all tournament games. Their appealing popular music is en- joyed by all. The pep band practices one day a week and also for the pep- fests. Attired in red blazer s, theyadd to the pep and enthusiasm which is dis- played at all games. Jane Boone astounds her fellow pep band members with a big Charge! The mini-Pep Band plays an old time quickie at a wrestling meet. 70 MYHRES STUDI Row 1: Jane Estenson, Peg Hoiland, Patti Polzin, Mary Bierkamp, Mary Merrill, Barb Johnson, Julie Arends, Nancy Brace, Jane Goebel, Julie Rodgers, Barb Frakes. Row 2: Ladonna Van Iperen, Margaret Merrill, JoAnn Mann, Gail Estenson, Carol Kjenslee, Julie Mann, Mary Ander- son, Ann Vander Kooi, Venieta Gerloff, Jim Bierkamp, Balinda Mann, Rochelle Wills, Jeanne Cinkle. Row 3: Jeff La- ackman, Cindy Stepp, Debbie Rinkel, Brad Stepp, Grant Helling, Mike Samm- ons, David Boelman, Jon Bot, Jeff Bow- en, Dave Engebretson, Jim Clausen, Pam Hoiland, Debbie Odland, Cindy Christ- ianson. Row 4: Cindy Hanson, Debbie Kirby, Aria McClure, Marcia Ott, Cindy Ball, Edyth Mulder, Ruth Iveland, Mary Kontz, David Kirby, Cindy Hendricksen , David Roemling , Jim Petersen, Scott Schneekloth, Bob Matus, Row 5: Jim Hoh, Susan Toms, Robin Bot, Patrice Hensel, Shawn Dougherty, Todd Anderson, LeAnn Sedlacek, Vickie Jauert, Tom Brakke. Missing from the picture are Melinda Hendricks, Dianne Loger, and Rory Burke. Cardet Band Displays Talent Sixty-six members in grades seven through nine make up the Cardet Band. Directed by Mrs. Flisrand, they meet on Mondays and Fridays. Wednesdays are used for the purpose of practic- ing pep band music. The Junior High Pep Band plays at several basketball games during the sea- son. Each member of the band takes lessons during their study halls, before or after school. Their first performance is the Mid-Winter Concert, followed by the Junior High Arts Festi- val in the spring. Mrs. Flisrand directs the members of the Cardet Band during their Mid-Winter Concert in January. 71 Row 1: Joyce Kyle, Nancy Swenson, Pat Ranchau, Paulene DeVinney, Marlene Hemme, Becky Kirby, Patti Zubke, Laura Bowen, Becky Christianson, Nancy Win- ter, Ann Brehm, Kris Bot, Julie Peder- son, Merry Blount, Carolyn Swanson, Nancy Hus song, Mary Vanden Hoek, Jack- ie Wells, Debbie Franz, Chris Hovland. Row 2: Linda Loose, Irene Steiner, Shif- teh Karimi, Laura Frakes, Sandy Arp, Marilyn Swanson, Laurie Schmidt, Janine Jordahl, Kathy Nash, Sharon Iveland, MariHysom, Sharon Hendricks on, Suanne Hoiland, Darlene Heckt, Beth Eberlein, Carol Schumacher, Janet Sandbulte, Marcia Olson, Gerri Jessen, Cheryl Meyer. Row 3: Bruce Kurtz, Barton Braa, Dave Odland, Ken Fitzer, Bill Keitel, John Vanden Hoek, Greg Winter, Chris Schoon, Harlan Dibbern, Marvin Peterson, Marlin Wedmore, Ardean Lor- enzen, Jeff Erickson. Row 4: Ben Vander Kooi, Steve Clausen, Dallas Gangestad, Greg Drost, Henry Sandbulte, Jim John- son, Dave Cinkle, Dave Busch, Dennis Stoterau, Paul Ormseth, Dan Getman, Tony Scheidt, Ken Swenson, Mr. Davies. Chorus officers and council mem- bers include: Mr. Davies, Paul Ormseth, Denny Stoterau, Marilyn Swanson, KrisBot, Laura Bowen, and Dan Getmanfmis- singfrom the pic- ture ). A Chorus Adds Spirit to LHS Programs Mr. Lance Davies confronted his 72 voice choir with a variety of new ideas during his first year as choir director of Luverne High School. Their first public appearance was the Homecoming coro- nation when they sang for the royalty. On November 11, the choir performed a selection with brass accompaniment for the Veteran's Day program. Most of their time and hard work, though, was in prep- aration for the annual Christmas concert. At this time they presented a variety of songs for the high school and the public. A Chorus was also in charge of the Basketball Homecoming. Atthis time they presented a floor show in the Little The- ater after the game. It was very well re- ceived and the choir members had fun preparing it. In the spring, the choir competed in the large group contest at Worthington. Many solos and small groups from the chorus also took part in the music contest. All in all, the choir has had a busy but re- warding year. Brass Choir members include: Kathy Nash, Steve Connell, Nancy Glaser, Merry Blount, Paul Ormseth, Ken Fitzer, Debbie Norton, Stanley Tofteland, Dave Schmuck and Jim Johnson. 73 B Chorus officers: Jack Hommen, President; Maxine Iveland, Vice President; and Jo Anne Jensen, Secretary-Treasurer—enjoy Mr. Davies and his guitar. Row 1: LaDawn Kienast, Paula Wendt, Dianne Foerster, Cindy Medill, Terry Gass, Jane Boone, Cathy Carsrud, Kristy Cook, Vickie DeGroot, Sallie Frahm, Colleen Habbena, Pixie Larson, Becky Boone, KaySandbo, Susan Swenson, Brenda Boelman. Row 2: Donna Kennedy, Kathy Fick, Martha Vegge, Laura Saar- loos, Julie Rust, Maxine Iveland, Becky Gangestad, Kathy Bowen, Mary Wilcox, Sandy Wessels, Jayne Boelman, Wendy Wildung, Julie Herrmann, Karen Tilstra, JoAnn Jensen, Laurie Carlson, Kim Dougherty. Row 3: Rick Olson, Paul Navara, Dean Olson, Jack Hommen, Rick Jauert, Zane Birky, Steve Loger, Dave Eyberg, Roger Tollefson, Glen Overgaard, Rodney Clausen, Tom Stanley, Gary Uithoven, Merlin Wynia. Row 4: Jim Golla, Mark Devinney, Jack Ford, John Opsata, Andy Schmidt, Walter Eisner, John Rodgers, Bob Sansted, Fred Man- fred, Mike Dirks, Dave Nath, Max Jen- sen, Mr. Davies. 74 Composed of freshman and sophmores, the B Chorus practices first hour of each school day, under the direction of Mr. Lance Davies. They performed for the first time at the annual Christmas Concert. Besides presenting selections of their own, they also sang a number with the A Chorus. In the spring they presented their part in the Junior High Festival and journeyed out of townfor the Junior High contest. The practice and experience gained here helps them when they try out for the A Chorus. B Chorus— Striving for Perfection Straining to bear the daily announcements are B Chorus members; Kristy Cook, John Rodgers, Dave Nath, Jayne Boelman, and Karen rilstra. 75 Chamber Choir—A Select Group Row 1: Becky Christianson, Nancy Hus- song, Sharon Iveland, Kathy Nash, Janine Jordahl , Laurelyn Schmidt , Marilyn Swanson, Ann Brehm. Row 2: Jim John- son, Henry Sandbulte, Denny Stoterau, Dave Busch, Marvin Petersen, Ken Swen- son, Paul Ormseth, and Dan Getmen. A Choir members en- gage in a snowball fight to get rid of their inner frustrations from a long hour of practice. Invincible Class of 70 Moving closer to graduation, the Juniors work hard for perfection in scholarship and activities. Juniors are kept busy with many extra- curricular activities. Some of the numer ous activities they take part in are chorus band, athletics, Echo and Annual, just to name a few. Choosing their class rings, which sym- bolizes their unforgetable years at L.H.S., is another important step in the junior year. Staging the Junior Class Play and spon- soring the Homecoming dance enables the juniors to sponsor the biggest social event for the year, the Junior-Senior Prom. Facing their new responsibilities and working hard on the road to success, the class of '70' surges forward. Class officers: President-Bob Lippi; Vice-Presi- dent-Tom Sedlacek; Secretary-Renee Wandersee; Treasurer-Steve Connell Randy Aanenson Dan Vicky Anderson Anderson Ellen Arends Linda Jackson Sandy Arp Larry Roger Gerry Jim Aust Baker Bartholomew Bendt Bruce Beug ■' - s A k Brenda, Beth, Mary and Jim experiment with the art of cooking. Norman Becky Neal Steve Christensen Christianson Clausen Clausen 78 Sue Brakke Steve Bush Dave Busch Linda Buss Roberta Pauline Kathy Ann Beth Jim Deiterman DeVinney Dykers Eberlein Eberlein Ebert Mary Jim Betty Marcia Debbie Duane Erickson Eyberg Fick Fink Fodness Forsberg Bill Sue Beth Laura Larry Lona Frahm Frahm Frakes Frakes Franken Gabrielson paul Dallas Dan Brenda John Leigh Ann Gabrielson Gangestad Getman Givens Goebel Gonnerman Tom Elnora Linda Linda Dennis Sonia Gott Green Greve Groth Gyberg Hamann Mary Ann Hansen Betty Hartz Wavne Hartz Joe Bob Vicki Hawkinson Heitman Hoeck Joyce Hoff Suanne Hoiland W ayne J ohn Holmgren Holsen Jim Homme n Diane Hunt Laura Hunter Mari Hysom Dan Iveland Joan Rick Jacobson Jensen Cheryl Jepson Gerri Jessen Darlene Johnson Gary Johnson Bill Keitel Gordy Linda Kienast Kindt _j- t fi. ,V , } J k Becky Kirby Kathy Glenda Melvin Klosterbuer Kraayenhof Kroon Diane Krug Bruce Kurtz Mike Larson Tanya Bob Liecher Lippi Shirley Joyce Madison Mann Nancy Mann How to Succeed in School Without Really Trying??!! ? 81 Steve Tom Gene Virginia Shirley Dean Nath Nergaard Noll Obermoller Oeding Ohlen ikk Danita Vicki Paul Oien Opitz Ormseth r- i fcf LJk K Debbie Janet Gary Ossenfort Ott Overgaard Always on the lookout. Juniors come to the rescue when duty calls. Julie Lynn Barb Pederson Petersen Pohl Mary Reisch Darrell Bob Rockman Saarloos 49� , 82 Kurt Pat Henry Dave Karen Sabag Sandbo Sandbulte Schmuck Schmuck Margo Schneekloth Dale Skyberg Juniors “ Fire Up the Halls of LHS Chris Carol Tom Schoon Schumacher Sedlacek (SV A v Rick Dwight Eugene Serie Shelton Siebenahler Carol Jeff Carolyn Stroh Sundem Swanson 83 Debbie Staeffler Wendy Strassburg '. ■1 r i Debbie Swenson Ken Rose Pam Swenson Swenson Thode Doug Toms Jan Utley John Gene John Vanden Hoek Van Dyke Vermeer Virg Carla Ver Steeg Wacker Debbie Walker Class Rings Symbolize Past Years at LHS Renee Delores Wandersee Weber Gary Wharton Dan Wilson Kathy Pat Zemke Zubke Vicky and Tom make decisions on their class rings. Row 1: Beth Eberlein, Sue Brakke, Beth Frakes, Carol Schumacher, Shirley Madison. Row 2: Becky Kirby, Danita Oien, Carla Wacker, Steve Connell, Bruce Kurtz, Chris Schoon, Mr. Hussong. Row 3: Patti Zubke, Bob Lippi, Vicki Anderson, Jim Hommen, Darrell Rockman. Dean Ohlen J. t t 1 1 1 With a steady hand and an artistic eye, uniors £ () Molly WOOCl-------- Mr. Hussong makes-up Bruce Kurtz. is_a Great Success The Fighting Littles was staged this fall by the junior class under the direction of Mr. G. C. Hussong. This play was adapted from the novel by Booth Tarking- ton. The play portrays a hilarious family that is plagued by parental misunder- standing, youthful love problems, and completely different philosophies of life from each individual member of the Little family. Only when the battle is ove r do they discover that they have learned to understand each other and are really a united family. The fifteen juniors chosen for the cast also furnished the props, costumes and make up. 85 Sophomore class officers-Ben Vander Kooi, President; Dor- othy Hoh, Treasurer; Kris Bot, Vice-President; Bruce Ahrendt, Secretary. Sophomores— Pushing On ward Getting acquainted with the senior high and establishing them- selves are the first major steps taken by the sophomores of LHS. Extra-curricu- lar activities, such as sports, music, and speech, add to the classes busy school year. Sophomores gain more privileges and responsibilities with each year. They are beginning to realize the high degree of competition and the importance of hard work toward their future. Row 1; Marlin Wedmore, Jeff Mann, Brockton Gradort, Greg Ykema, Maynard Wedmore, Burdell Oye. Row 2: Bonnie Goembel, Barb Oldre, Kathy Olson, Deb- bie Ladd, Marlene Hemme, Martha Pol- fliet, Debbie Norton. Row 3: Greg Drost, Pat Foerster, Bill Kastein, Ron Boisen, Doug Elbers, Melvin DeGroot, Dave Woolsey. Rowl: Sue Gabrielson, Mary VandenHoek, Jan Sandbulte, Joyce Kyle, Kathy Blattner. Row 2: Dan Smeins, Jim Johnson, Cleon McClure, Ralph Wacker, Bill Jarchow, Ken Fitzer, Dave Cinkle. Row 3: Donna Stanley, Sharon Henrickson, Jo Ann Blount, Barb Mollberg, Vicki Ripley, Debbie Franz, Joyce Kiebach. Row 1: Steve Luginbill, Joe Trappen, Gary Fodness, Grant Wilcox, Ron Wacker, Pat Baker. Row 2: Donna Sammons, Janet Rolfes, Linda Wharton, Kathy Birkeland, Chris Hovland, Jeanne Burns, Ruth Weg- ner. Row 3: Rich Mann, Donald Arends, Bryce Goembel, Darrell Fikse, Roger Lauck, Gary Den Besten, Rodney De Boer. 87 Sophomores Add Life to the Homecoming Dance Kris Bot, Julee Frakes, and Vicki Ripley discuss the Homecoming festivities with alumnus Greg Gabrielson. Row 1: Tim Kack, Kevin Petersen, Jeff Petersen, Ardean Lorenzen, Delbert De Pauw, Delwyn Bruxvoort. Row 2: Wanda Gerloff, Cheryl Rolph, Bev Jessen, Peggy Hendrickson, Sandy Roemling, Kathy Authier, Judi Thoreson. Row 3: Bill Boelman, Dave Noll, Willis Sandbulte, Steve Peterson, John Thomas, Terry Jacobs, Peter Fransen. 88 Row 1: Lauri Nelson, Barb Jessen, Vir- ginia Kuiken, Janet Ranschau, Jean Hanson, Diane Matthieson. Row 2: Dave Hartz, Terry Anderson, Mark Jensen, Nancy Eberlein, Kris Bot, Paula Christ- ensen, Lois Hemme. Row 3: Ben Vander Kooi, Mike Ahrendt, David Frahm, Greg Hendricksen, Dave Odland, Keith Van Westen, Larry Nath. Sophomores Challenge the Unknown Sophomores exam- ine the bug collec- tions they were re- quired to make for biology class. 89 Sophomores Seek Answers Mr. Dahlberg intro- duces the conic section concept to his sophomore geome- try class. Row 1: Martha Merill, Debbie Luethje, Dorothy Hoh, Nancy Swenson, Lowell Jauert, Howard Schneekloth. Row 2: CletaGacke, Jane Wildung, Lona Hatting, Pam McIntyre, Peggy Martin, Julee Frakes, Linda Loose. Row 3: Robert Kontz, Dave Hamann, Bruce Ahrendt, Albert Van Belle, Greg Winter, Dave Iveland, Jeff Erickson. 90 Row 1: Gary Johnson, Ardean Lorenzen, Bart Braa, Kevin Petersen, Bruce Ahrendt, Paul Ormseth, Bruce Braa. Row 2: Gene Ahrendt, Bruce Beug, Gordon Mulder, Ron Visker, Chris Schoon, John Goebel, Alan Dale and Coach Fisk. Cross Country Tests Strength and Stamina Cross country, in its fifth year of ex- istence at LHS, has again had a very suc- cessful season. This year the team suc- cessfully defended its District 8 crown by topping six other schools in the competi- tion. The high point in this meet was the one-two finish by Gene Ahrendt and Chris Schoon. Gene's winning time over the two-mile course was 10:33. In the South- west Conference meet which was held at Worthington, the team took second place behind the evenly balanced Windom team. Gene Ahrendt again took first place with the time of 10:49. The team also partici- pated in the Region 2 cross country meet which was held at Jackson. The best any Cardinal could do was seventeenth place which was taken by Chris Schoon. The Cardinals had a very successful season this year and with six members of the junior class returning next year, Lu- verne should be another contender. Dual Meets We Opponent They 26 Edgerton Christian 31 30 Windom 25 28 Pipestone 27 Invitationals Canby Invitational 8th out of 23 teams Pipestone Invitational 2nd out of 12 teams Slayton Quadrangular 1 st out of 4 teams Turkey Trot 5th out of 12 teams Tournament Meets 93 Conference District Region 2nd out of 7 teams 1st out of 8 teams 7th out of 11 teams Row 1: Tom Padilla, Bernie Maras, Jim Hommen, Jerry Bartholomaus, Paul Gabrielson, TomSedlacek, Steve Connell, Bob Lippi, Dean Ohlen. Row 2: Tom Skattum, Dale Kille, Randy Aanenson, Dave Ahrendt, Rick Toft, Rick Olson, Larry Franken, Jeff McClure Row 3: Glenn Brower, Jim Bendt. Rick Serie, Jim Ebert, Tom Nergaard, Steve Boone, Gene Knoll, John Holsen, Neal Clausen, Mr. Molde. Row 4: Ron Melzer, Dan Iveland, Dwight Shelton, Tom Dahlberg, Mr. Menage, Curt Adams, Mike Sedlacek, Dennis Stoterau, Mark Peterson. 94 Power-packed Offense Plus a Determined Defense.Spark Gridders to Victory The Cardinal football team under coa- ches Menage and Molde placed third in Conference play with a record of 4 wins, 2 losses and one tie. The team compi- led an overall record of 5 wins, 3 los- ses and one tie. A 26-13 win over New Ulm opened the 68 season. This is the first time the Cardinals have met the New Ulm Eagles on the gridiron. In the first game of conference play the Cardinals were tied by the Eagles from Windom 19-19. In the annual fight for the Battle Ax , the Cards defeated the Arrows to retain the coveted trophy. The first defeat in con- ference play for the Cardinals was at the hands of Jackson, 27-6. In the Homecoming game, the Worthing- ton Trojans were defeated by the score of 27-6, for their first loss in Confer ence play. This game climaxed the very successful Homecoming activities. In the final game of the season the Red- wood Falls Cardinals defeated Luverne by the score of 27-20. We Opponent They 26 New Ulm 13 7 Brookings 25 19 Windom 19 33 Pipestone 26 6 Jackson 27 27 Slayton 15 27 Worthington 6 7 Marshall 6 20 Redwood Falls 27 Spirit + Teamwork + Determination = Defense of Southwest Conference Title Throughout the eighteen game schedule the Luverne Cardinals were handed only three loses —Worthington, Jackson, and Mankato. Hampered by injuries during the season, the Cards still won important games. Led by Coach Fisk, who is assisted by Mr. Franz and Mr. Mutschler, the Card- inals again took the Conference champion- ship over Worthington. The championship wasn't decided until the last conference game of the season. Ron Visker and Tom Dahlberg were the captains during the 68-69 season. Both Tom and Ron have been on the varsity since they were sophomores. During the season just about everyone on the squad was hit with an injury. With just four seniors graduating next year's team should again be a power in the conference. We Opponent They 65 Jasper 34 57 Mankato 63 52 Pipestone 50 82 Slayton 54 46 Worthington 61 49 Jackson 47 65 Slayton 43 64 Marshall 58 55 S. F. Lincoln 49 75 Redwood Falls 67 71 Rock Rapids 43 67 Windom 51 62 Pipestone 61 58 S. F. Washington 47 42 Jackson 52 67 Worthington 44 74 Edgerton 54 63 Willmar 58 96 Row 1: Neal Clausen, Jeff McClure, Allan Dale, Bruce Beug, Mike Ahrendt, Doug Toms, Paul Ormseth, Glenn Brower . Row 2: Coach Fisk, Tom Sedlacek, Curt Adams, Ron Visker, Bill Boelman, Tom Dahlberg, Mike Sedlacek, Coach Mutschlei; Mr. Franz. 97 Row 1: Coach Molde, Ardean Lorenzen, Lowell Jauert, Barton Braa, Howard Schneekloth, Bruce Braa, Ron Melzer, Jim Bendt. Row 2: Chuck Ebert, Gene Ahrendt, Bob Kontz, Denny Stoterau, Mark Petersen, Tony Miller, Coach Brown. Missing from picture are Rick Serie and Steve Busch. 98 Wrestlers Grapple for District Crown School spirit and a strong team should have produced a good year but plagued by injury, inexperience and close mat- ches, the varsity wrestling team re- ceived a record of 5-7-1. Losing eight men through graduation, Luverne was left with seven returning lettermen including the 68-69 captains, Bruce Braa and Dennis Stoterau. The only other senior letterman is Gene Ahrendt. Lettermen from the junior and sophomore classes are Bart Braa, Steve Bush, Lowell Jauert, and Kevin Petersen. Impressive wins during the season came over such rivals as Pipestone, Marshall, and Sioux Falls Washington. The only tie was with Sioux Falls Lin- coln, a powerhouse in South Dakota. The District meet was held in Fulda this year. Worthington again won the championship with Luverne tying for fourth with Fulda. Four Cardinals won their way into the finals, Dennis Stoter- au, Rick serie, Lowell Jauert, and Bart Braa. All four wrestlers were entitled to go onto Region2 at Mamkato. Dennis Stot- erau was the only Cardinal to win his way into the finals which enabled him to enter the State Tournament. We Opponent They 6 Tracy 41 12 Worthington 32 14 Slayton 28 24 S. F. Lincoln 24 11 Canby 37 25 Fulda 17 22 Marshall 19 17 Jackson 25 19 Redwood Falls 20 9 Windom 29 48 Ellsworth-Adrian 7 32 Pipestone 8 23 S. F. Washington 1 8 99 Bombers Squads This year's Bomber football team, coached by Mr. Mutschler and Mr. Baerenwald, posted an impressive 4-2 record. The Bombers downed such rivals as Marshall, Jackson, Slayton and Windom'. The only losses were at the hands of Worthington by the score of 14-20 and Pipestone 7-14. These boys should be of tremendous value in the years to come. Seven sophomores and five freshmen make up this year's Bomber basketball squad. Mr. Mutschler, Bomber coach, will have good height and speed from this year's club. Six footers. Bill Boelman, Ken Fitzer, and Ron Boisen, will supply the height. The speed will come from Bruce Ahrendt and Dave Noll. A good team effort will make for a successful season. Coached by Mr. Molde, the Bomber wrestling team, though off to a slow start, improved in every match. The team consisted of one junior, four sophomores, four freshman and two eighth graders. The Bomber squads prepare the boys for var- sity competition. They learn the fundamentals of each sport which helps them in later years. Bomber Football We 13 20 14 7 31 7 We 61 26 30 66 36 47 54 48 47 38 52 23 35 65 38 Bomber Scores Opponent They Marshall 0 Jackson 0 Worthington 20 Pipestone 14 Slayton 7 Windom 6 Opponent They Jasper 14 Mankato 35 Pipestone 14 Slayton 25 Marshall 44 Sioux Falls Lincoln 39 Redwood Falls 34 Rock Rapids 24 W indom 36 Pipestone 34 Sioux Falls Washington 53 Jackson 26 Worthington 28 Edgerton 36 Willmar 54 Row 1: Richard Mann, Delbert DePauw, John Thomas, Steve Peterson, Jeff Mann, Bob Kontz, Dave Iveland, Grant Wilcox, Row 2: Dave Odland, Ben Vander Kooi, Greg Hendricksen, Ken Fitzer, Dave Noll, Mike Ahrendt, Terry Jacobs. Row 3: Mr. Mutschler, Keith Van Westen, Dave Wool — sey, Ron Boisen, Bill Boelman, Melvin Wedmore, Mr. Baerenwald. 100 — Row 1: Ron Melzer, Burdell Braa, Gary Uithoven, Tom Kack, Mark Walgrave, Kevin Petersen, Doug Meyer, Albert Van- Belle. Row 2: Paul Navara, Doug Harms, Grant Wilcox, John Opsata, DaveWoolsey, Terry Jacobs, Ralph Wacker, Coach Molde. Bomber W restling and Basketball Row 1: Rick Olson, Pat Connell, Bruce Ahrendt, Bryon Franken, Dave Odland, Mark De Vinney, Dick Iveland. Row 2: Coach Mutschler, Mike Ahrendt, Dave Noll, Ron Boisen, Bill Boelman, Ken Fitzer, Jim Golla, Fred Manfred. Ric Olson, Denny Stoterau, Chuck Ebert, Steve Connell, and Jeff McClure walk to the locker room after a hard nights practice on a muddy field. Steve Bush tries to obtain an advantage over his Marshall opponent. Competition in Sports Changes Boys.to Men Gerald Bartholomaus takes away a pass from his Trojan opponent. Watching and waiting, some of the grapplers await their turn on the mat. Ron Visker pulls down another rebound against the Lincoln Patriots. All of the tense feelings shown at all of the games and matches during the year are exuberated by both varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders. These girls spark enthusi- asm at pepfests, wrestling matches, football games and basketball games. They spend many hours a week practicing in prep- aration for a game or match, they also prepare posters which are put up in the halls for the students' enjoyment. The cheerleaders work many long and hard hours to arouse school spirit and are well deserving of the compliments that they re- ceive. Row 1: Jean Burns, Julie Frakes, Mary Vanden Hoek. Row 2: Kathy Olson, Kathy Birkeland, Nancy Eberlein. Cheerleaders Arouse School Spirit Row 1: Renee Wandersee, Susan Brakke, Suanne Hoiland. Row 2: Carolyn Swanson, Becky Christianson, Carol Schumacher, Mary Mollberg, Kathy Dykers. Junior High Student Council— a Group of Growing Leaders Each year five outstand- ing leaders are selected to serve on the Junior High Student Council. This is a democratic body , chosen by vote of their fellow classmates, to govern stu- dent functions of L H S Although their duties are limited , they consist of decorating the main hall at Christmas time; and plan- ning and directing the an- nual Junior High Party in the spring. Junior high cabinet members----- Richard Iveland, Kathy Rapp, Paula Bentson, Dennis Davis and John Smith_______ perform one of their most important duties. The Junior High Party provided three hours of dancing enjoyment for grades 7-9. F reshmen Ity bitty is the expression used in an LHS cheer to describe the freshmen class. How could this be true with this years class which consists of 166 members? Each member is ready and wil- ling to accept the responsibili- ties as leaders of the junior high. Freshmen engage in more ac- tivities than they did as seventh and eighth graders. Some of these are: riding buses to out- of-town games, attending more school dances, selecting their own cheerleaders and a home- coming princess. As freshmen climb the ladder of learning, their responsibili- ties will grow. Eagerly they wait to be called sophomores. Freshman class officers: Joel Christensen, Treasurer; Maxine Iveland, President; Andy Schmidt, Vice President; and Kristie Cook, Secretary. Row 1: Roger Thompson, Elmer Boll, Darwin Moore, David Nath, Rick Olson, Denny Kruger, Tom Stanley, Mike Dirks, Rod Clausen, Dwight Rodness, Denny Ossenfort. Row 2: Brenda Boelman, Paula Wendt, Virginia Sevens on, Rhonda Staeffler, Diane Silkenson, Sonya Buss, Cindy Molitor, Jannis Thoreson, Diane Foerster, Vicki Nelson. Row 3: Rick Wenzel, Larry Reemts, Tony Miller, Mike Schmidt, Jack Hommen, Roger Kelderman, Dennis Remme, Glenn Bur- meister. Row 1: Walter Eisner, Steve Loger, Joel Nath, Jeff Cleland, Lyle Anderson, Dennis McNeil, Pam Bode, Renee Wills, Becky Gangestad. Row 2: Paula Bentson, Kathy Fick, Gloria Oien, Laura Saarloos, RaVae Oye, Jolene Reu, Maxine Iveland, Pat Dykers, Twila Strassburg, Suzanne Sabag, Jeanne Murphy, JoAnne Jensen. Row 3: Barry Bailey, David Jepson, Tom Surpre- nant. Jack Ford, Chuck Thompson, Pat Pelstring, Rick Jauert, Roger Tollefson, Joel Christensen, Neal Norton, Allen Pa- dilla. Freshmen Encourage the Advancing Junior High Row 1: Theresa Corneli sen, Susan Stearns, Cathy Carsrud, Colleen Hab- bena, Kathy Braa, Peggy Herrmann, Becky Boone, Mary Nelson, Mary Gala- gan, Dawn Hunt, Donna Kennedy. Row 2: Denny Olson, Scott Wendt, Bryon Franken, Jim Golla, John Opsata, Glenn Over- gaard, Dwayne Vander Vliet, Bill Mann. Row 3: Judy Schmidt, Peggy Trappen, Julie Herrmann, Kim Dougherty, Cindy Medill, Vicky Birkeland, Barb Obermol- ler, Rhonda Hansen, Cindy Kroon, Jane Boone, Wendy Wildung. Up and ready to lead their team on to victory is the freshman cheerleading squad consisting of Kathy Rapp, Pat Dykers, Maxine Iveland and Pixie Larson. Feeling their class is as great as the class of '69 are Tom, Allen and Darwin, mem- bers of the class of '72. Row 1: Harley Blattner, Jim Rockman, Lewis Kruger, Dave Skyberg, Mark Schneekloth, Paul Navara, Cindy Swenson, Kathy Bowen, Martha Vegge, Mark Clark, Laurie Carlson. Row 2: Marilyn Papik, Lynette Noll, Noreen Ykema, Julie Rust, Vicki DeGroot, Marcia Huiskes, Connie Walker, Karen Tilstra, Gail Boelman, Donna Skyberg, Kristy Cook, Jeannine Clark. Row 3: John Rodgers, Dick Iveland, John Smith, Denny Davis, Steven Sehr, Ron Jepson, Dennis Oehlerts, Randy Hawes, Chuck Bakalyar, Andy Schmidt, Dan Mogck. Freshmen— Hopelessly the People in Between Searching through Mrs. Christensen's room, Judy, Mike, and JoAnn try to un- cover the answers to a test. 110 While borrowing a little snack from the Home Ec. refrigerator, Steve, Lyle and Andy are caught unexpectedly by one of the Home Ec. teachers. Row 1: Jeanette Slieter, Garneta Slagel, Barbara Vermeer, Pixie Larson, Darla Dahlenburg, Dale Alink, Merlin Wynia, Gary Uithoven, Ron Fick. Row 2: Sharon Oldre, Sandy Wessels, Kathy Rapp, Terry Gass, Susan Swenson, Sharon Melzer, La Dawn Kienast, Jayne Boelman, Sally Frahm, Mary Wilcox, Larry Van Dyke. Row 3: Bryce Gradert, Zane Birky, Fred Manfred, Mark Devinney, Bob Sandstede, Dean Olson, Max Jensen, Pat Connell, Gerald Peterson, Mark Walgrave, Kevin Mulligan. Row 1: Tom Surprenant, Roger Tollefson, Joel Christianson, John Smith, Allen Pa- dilla. Row 2: Rick Olson, Mark DeVin- ney, Bryon Franken, Danny Mogck, Lane Birky, David Eyberg. Row 3: Mike Bode, Mark Hendricks, Jim Golla, Pat Connell, Dick Iveland, Coach Erickson. Coach Erickson watches Dick Iveland's form as he takes a jump shot during practice. Freshmen Gain Experience. for Future Use So far this season the biggest threat to Coach Erickson and his freshman team has been the wea- ther. Their first four games had to be called off and rescheduled. The freshman had a record of four wins and no losses with seven games left to play at the time of this printing. One of the reasons for this fine record is the tough competition they receive from practicing with the Bombers. The freshmen are taught the same offense as the A squad uses. Bythe time they become members of the varsity team, the fundamen- tals of this offense will be mas- tered. Leaving behind last year's memories, the 8th grade ad- justs to another phase of their high school life. This year brings new adventure and ex- citement. One of the new freedoms of their year is choosing their freshman classes. The 8th grade is of- fered a variety of activities to participate in. Highlighting their year as 8th graders is the annual Jun- ior High Party held in the spring. Upon completing 8th grade, the students leave with great anticipation of future years at L. H. S. Raising the flag are the class officers-President, Donnie Maras; Vice-President, Becky Luginbill; Treasurer, Mark Hendricks; and Secretary, Betty Hitch. Eighth Grade Learns Qualities of Citizenship Row 1: VondaRust, Rochelle Wills, Sally Ripley, Nancy Brase, Debbie Bruynes, Robin Bot, Barb Hendrickson, Dave Smeins, Jerry Petersen, Allen Tuff, Doug Kraayenhof, Burdette DePavw. Row 2: Jeanne Cinkle, Jerri Hanson, PamHoiland, Peggy Hoiland, Jane Goebel, Diana Authier, LeAnn Sedlacek, Carol Kjenslee, Patti Polzin, Aria McClure , Jolene lessen, Janice Soma. Row 3; Mark Beug, Craig Oye, VerlynHoh, Dave Wenzel, Jim Hoh, Dale Granneman, Don- nie Maras, Doug Harms, Stephen Ander- son, Lyle Petersen. Row 1: Richard Wedmore, Darrell Hem- me. Art Vanderwaal, Rory Burke, Daniel Gath, Rhonda Perkins, Ladonna Vande Hoef, Cheryl Roos, Barb Johnson, Mary Merrill, DoreenSchmuck, Marilyn Loger. Row 2: Barbara Nelson, RitaGacke, Dawn Maxwell, DebRinkel, Carol Van Engelen- hoven, Zoe Birky, Jane Estenson, Gloria Schneekloth, Susan Toms, Laurelyn McClure, Becky Luginbill, Deb Visker. Row 3: Mark Rust, Jeff Rust, Bob Matus, Bob Clay, Tom Brakke, Mark Hendricks, Dave Engebretson, Alan Aanenson, Larry Goembel, Myron Garrels, Donn Sandbulte . Eighth Grade Row 1: Jim Petersen, Jim Claussen, Doug Harms, Tom Brakke, Greg Aanenson, Robert Clay. Row 2: Myron Garles, Jim Clark, Phil Maras, Jim Bierkamp, Donny Maras, GregOrmseth, Mike Trap- pen, Jeff Laackman. Row 3: Mr. Anderson, Mark Beug, Russ Eickman, Mark Hendricks, Tom Matus, Mr. Erickson. 114 Eighth Grade Climbs to Future Success Twenty-four young men of the eighth grade turned out to participate in their first year of organized junior high football. Coaches Keith Erickson and Earl An- derson taught them the basic funda- mental ideas of offensive and defen- sive football. The team had two scrimmages be- tween Worthington and Pipestone and they were both won by the home squad. Jim, Peg, Scott, Ruth, LeAnn, and Dale climb the observation tower for the best view of the football game. ns Cycle of Learning Revolves Around Many Activities One of the many activities of an eighth grader is cycling-with or without a motor-as displayed by Jane, Barb H., Barb J., Pam, and Joni Rowl: Russ Eickmann, Scott Beers, Julie Arends, Diane Loger, Elaine Noll, Mar- lene Koelke, Debbie Molitor, Cindy Christianson, Debbie Tofteland, Phillip Maras, Rodney Kindt, Eddy Kuiken. Row 2: Jim Clausen, Scott Schneekloth, Mike Sammons, Jim Bierkamp, Gene Aanen- son, Mike Trappen, Gregg Ormseth, Jeff Bowen, Grant Helling, David Boelman, Becky Boelman. Row 3: Edith Mulder, Dawn Hartz, Helen Steinfeldt, Marcia Ott, Ann Vander Kooi, Mary Savage, Cindy Stepp, Glenda Wibben, Carol Slieter, Debra Meyer, Delores Vander Vliet, Debbie Nelson. Row 1: Karen Briggs, Sue Sandbo, Barb Kafka, Susan Den Herder, LeeAnn West- erbur, Martha Vermeer, Pat Rockman, LaDonna Van Iperen, John Slieter, Larry Jacobs, Jim Clark. Row 2: Jim Huiskes, Randy Pohl, Wayne Green, Jim Petersen, Allen Siebenahler, Jeff Laackmann, Dave Kirby, Patrick McNeely, Randy Thoreson, Dean Chapin, Lee Dahlenburg. Row 3: Brenda Ossenfort, Belinda Mann, Betty Hitch, Ruth Iveland, Patrice Hensel, Debbie Kirby, Sheryl Valnes, Joan Hat- ting, Julie Mann, Anita Ver Steeg. Eighth Grade Sparkles with Enth usiasm Atypical noon hour is displayed by Dawn, Sally, LeAnn, Ruth, Peg, and Rochelle. 117 Jr. High Gridders Stress 1' undamentals The Freshman football team start- ed out the season by avenging the A squad's loss to Brookings, defeating them 25 to 7. They finished the sea- son witha record of 4 wins, no losses and 1 tie. In preparing for the varsity team the Jr. High boys start out in seventh grade with flag football. In eighth grade they work on fundamentals and meet other teams for the first time. In ninth grade they have their first games against other teams. Coaches Roberts and Mutchler discuss second half game plans with the freshman team. home 11 II I 2 PERI00 MHIU i, LUVERNE JAVCEES Row 1: Pat Connell, Kevin Mulligan, Allan Padilla, Tom Surprenant, Walter Eisner, Chuck Bakalyar, JimRockman, JackFord, Joel Christensen, Row 2: Bob Sandstede, Dean Olson, Doug Meyer, Darwin Moore, Pat Pelstring, Gerald Petersen, Dick Iveland, John Opsata, Jack Hommen, Steve Sehr. Row 3: Ron Jepson, Mike Schmidt, Fred Manfred, Andy Schmidt, Ast. Coach Bartlett, Coach Roberts, Zane Birky, Jim Golla, Mark Devinney, Tony Miller. 118 Seventh Graders— Just Beginning the Long Struggle Seventh grade class officers include: Jon Bot, Treasurer; Debbie Kyle, Secretary; Mary Bierkamp, President; and Tom Burns, Vice-President. Brimming with enthusiasm and never lacking in spirit, these little seventh graders — as they are commonly called — are a welcomed addition to L.H.S. Now eligible to participate in extra - curricular activities, students are involved in band, chorus, and Junior High F.H.A. Boys may also engage in some of the many new sports offered them, such as, football, track and basketball. With the election of class officers, students take their role in Junior High Council. Row 1: Dean Luethji, Becky Christensen, Bonnie Cornelisen, Debbie Mann, Gail Estenson, Charlene Wynia, Cindy Opitz, Diane Esterly, Diane Pike, Dan Hansen. Row 2: William Weber, Shawn Dougherty, Gary Blattner, James Hofseth, Kurt Utley, Keith Forsberg, Stanley Slieter, John Schmidt,' Mark Oye, Brad Stepp. Row 3: Margaret Merrill, Mary Winter, Marilyn Tuff, Debbie Krogmann, Barb Frakes, Sheree Ahrendt, Katly Rue, Holly Kastien, Ranee Bosch, Glennys Dykstra. Row 1: David Roemeling, Bruce Heitman, Ardean Fick, James Schneekloth, David Clausen, Dee Crust, Kathy Swenson, Anne Caley, Cindy Boll, Linda Wick. Row 2: Todd Anderson, Bruce Hartz, Richard Rogness, Terry Larkin, Kenneth Brink- hous, Kenneth Forsberg. Gary Boisen, Roger Harms, Chris Beug, Tom Medill, Row 3: Sandy Staeffler, Debbie Odland, Sandi Frahm, Linda McClure, Linda Elbers, Carol Van Meeteren, Lori La Frenz, Marlys Hamann, Kathy Petersen, Melinda Hendricks. Seventh Graders Continue Their Search for Knowledge Is this the look of love? won- ders Peter Eberlein as he spies on Dee Crust and Shawn Dougherty. Row 1: Ned Sandbulte, Mark Navara, Dale Gangestad, Nancy Dahlen, Laurie Foight, Stanley Stroeh, Dave Johnson, John Wendt. Row 2: Julie Vanden Hoek, Diane Thompson, Vicki Henderson, Iva Akkerman, Sherry Bryan, Lona Laackmann, Lynette Stevens, JoLeah Twito, Rhonda Olson, Julie Rodgers. Row 3: Perry Noll, Dave Christensen, Jeff Boone, Dave Hunt, Mike Swenson, Tom Burns, Edward Schmidt, Dennis Shelton, Thomas Schneekloth, Marlin Melzer. 121 Row 1: Cindy Hanson, Michelle Reisch, Debbie Sine ins, Mlary Anderson, Eeggy Mulligan, Mark Gabrielson, Rodney Lorenzen, Paul Chapin, Keith Cook, Arvin Olson. Row 2: Dave Carlson, Dan Veldkamp, Jon Bot, Burdell Braa, Tim Medill, Keith Woodley, Dave Bush, Darrell Van Meeteren, Greg Aanenson. Row 3: Ethanie De Jongk, Vicki Romeling, Karin Kloskin, Mary Padilla, Kathy Val- nes , Jane Hemme, Debra Kyle, Cindy Hendricksen, Kathy Behr, Karoline Enger. Row 1: Keith Cook, Dave Johnson, Terry Larkin, Jeff Boone, Marlin Melzer, Richard Buysee, John Schmidt, Wayne Silkenson, Rodney Lorenzen, Dave Carl- son, Burdell Braa. Row 2: Brad Stepp, David Clausen, David Roemeling, Larry Reverts, Greg Aanenson, Dave Hunt, Stan- ley Stroeh, Edward Schmidt, Chris Beug, Gary Boisen. Row 3: Perry Noll, Jon Bot, Pete Eberlein, Tom Burns, Noel Pickett, Tom Anderson, Shawn Dougherty, Mark Navara, Dale Gangested, Paul Chapin. 122 Seventh Graders Meet the Challenge of Student Life Peggy Mulligan, Kathy Swenson, Mary Winter and Kathy Petersen demon- strate the super strength of seventh grade girls. Row 1: Debbie Siebenahler, Jeanette Eorsberg, Kathy Pedersen, Eugene Oed- ing, Pete Eberlein, Richard Buysse, Dean Kruger, Vicki Jauert, Cindy Rockman, Patti Wenzel. Row 2: Wayne Silkenson, Larry Reverts, Arlan Hanson, JimSoma, Steve Hup, Gary Dreesen, Delwyn Dale Huenink, Gordon Bremer, Gene Block, Brian Mann. Row i: Joan Meyer, Mary Bierkamp, Patti Wyffels, Kathy Ossenfort, Jo Anne Mann, Jill Helling, Mary Kontz, Venieta Gerloff, Ramona Deiterman, Saralee Bakker. Row 1: Mike Larsen, Chris Schoon, Gary Johnson, Gene Ahrendt, Mark Peterson, Dennis Stoterau, Bruce Braa, Ron Mel- zer, Dean Ohlen, Gene Noll, Dave Busch. Row 2: Coach McDowell, Grant Wilcox, Jeff Mann, John Thomas, Kevin Peterson, Ken Fitzer, Maynard Wedmore, Bruce Ahrendt, Terry Jacobs, Ron Boison. Row 3: Mike Bode, Chuck Bakalyar, Rick Olson, Denny Davis, Andy Schmidt, Glenn Burmeister, Neil Norton, Jim Golla, Barry Bailey, Rick Wenzel, Dan Mogck. Row 4: Coach Bromely, Coach Bartlett, Coach Menage, and student managers Greg Winters and Jim Bendt. Spring Sports swing into action despite snow Twenty-five boys participated on this year’s golf team. The squad had a nine match season plus the conference and dis- trict meets. In all the matches the B squad competed. The captains of the squad were Mark Clemmensen and Gary Papik, both return- ing lettermen. The season's record was not available, but the boys did place third in the district and conference meet. This was a building year for our track team. Their record showed a winless column; but certainly the effort to win was made. Gene Ahrendt, captain of the track team, let the runners by placing first in the mile run. Bruce Ahrendt and Kevin Peter sen both qualified for the region meet; Ahrendt in the long jump and Petersen in the half mile. Row 1: John Goebel, Dave Eyberg, Bob Kontz, John Smith. Row 2: Mr. Knoll, Jim Eyberg, Mike Dlemmensen, Dick Iveland, Dave Odland. Row 3; Gary Papik, Bill Appelt, Dave Noll, Mark Clemmen- sen, Mike Frakes. Row 1: Mr. Roberts, Mike Sedlacek, Tom Sedlacek, JimHommen, Mr. Molde. Row 2: Mr. Brown, Bernie Maras, Bart Braa , Captain Paul Ormseth foresees success for the tennis team. Jeff McClure, Bruce Beug, Glenn Brower. Row 3: Doug Toms, Curt Adams, Ron Visker, Tom Dahlberg, Gerry Bartholo- mus. Baseball and Tennis Bat Their Way to Victory. Under the leadership of Coach Joe Rob- erts and under the assistance of Coach A1 Molde the Luverne Cards won the South- west Conference Title with a 5-4 win of the Marshall Tigers. The Cards finished the season with a seasons record of 10 wins and 5 losses. Tennis was introduced to the sports field of LHS this year. Under the watchful eye of Coach Tim Fisk the squad had a record of 0 wins and 6 losses. With further ex- perience and enthusiasm the teams of the future will be champions. Arsenic and Old Lace, long a classic in American theatre, brought laughs to Luverne audien- ces, as it has to audiences over the world. May 8 and 9, 1969, in the high school Little Theatre. Fourteen Luverne High School seniors, directed by Mrs. Betty Schoon, proved that a profession- al cast is not needed to make this comedy an evening of fun. The story of the Brewster sis- ters and their hobby of poisoning their male visitors and burying them in their own cellar, and the efforts of their nephew to keep them out of the hands of the law, came to life in realistic fashion. ‘‘Arsenic and Old Lace The senior make-up crew readies Steve Granneman for the play. Row 1: Glenn Brower, Vicki Broer, Rita Oye, Nancy Hus song. Row 2: Mrs. Betty Schoon, Dave Leffert, Bob Schrank, Gene Ahrendt, Rick Olson, A1 Dale, Chuck Ebert. Row 3: John Rueter, Mike Frakes, Steve Granneman, Bill Appelt. “No other congenial spot, than here . . . in Camelot. On May 2, 1969, the theme, Cam- elot, was in the thoughts of those entering the Luverne gymnasium at the Luverne Junior-Senior Prom. The night started with a banquet at the Blue Mound Inn. Entertainment and good food made a perfect begin- ing to a perfect night. Later the couples caught the atmo- sphere of Camelot at the Grand March. The couples crossed the bridge and danced to the beat of the fantastic Talismen. The colors pur- ple, orange and blue with the real to life castle sent minds to dreaming of romantic days of yesteryear. Yes, no other congenial spot, than here. . . in Camelot. Shifteh and her date anticipate the banquet at the Blue Mound Inn. Lindy and Bob proudly lead the Grand March, Mary and Mike are kept busy signing memory books. S 1 Girls and Boys’ State Mary Connell and Bob Lippi were chosen to be the Girl's and Boy's State representa- tives from LHS this year. Alternates are Beth Eberlein and Tom Sedlacek. The pro- gram is sponsored by the American Legion in an effort to teach youth about Minnesota government and to promote good citizenship. Delegates are chosen by the faculty and the American Legion. In June Mary and Bob will spend a week in Minneapolis learning about these functions of state government. Outstanding scholars are recognized by the National Honor Society Marv Connell Robert Lippi On Tuesday, May 20, the 1969 members of the National Honor Society were initiat- ed in the annual program held in the Little Theatre. Twenty-three seniors and seven juniors were awarded this high honor. These students are chosen by the high school faculty for their character, schol- arship, leadership, and service. Row 1: Kathy Nash, Ann Brehm, Irene Steiner, Sue Sehr, Pat Lynch, Sandy Rust, Nancy Glaser, Marilyn Swanson, Carol Christensen, Laura Bowen. Row 2: Steve Granneman, SharonIveland, Nancy Winter, Jackie Wells, Merry Blount, Carla Wack- er, Kathy Dykers.Sue Brakke, Vicki And- erson, Mike Frakes. Row 3: Mike Clem- mensen, Mark Clemmensen, Ken Olson, Tom Dahlberg, Curt Adams, Tom Sed- lacek, Harold Tilstra, A1 Dale, Stanley Tofteland, Bob Lippi. Mr. Spangrud sniffs Mavis' rose. Graduation— long awaited event for Class of 69 Dave and Ron express their afterfeelings of graduation. For 142 graduating seniors of L.HS, May 29, 1969, marked the end of 13 long years of struggle and accomplishments and a beginning to a new phase of life awaiting them. The commencement address was pre- sented by Dr. Charles L. Balcer, presi- dent of Augustana College. Monsignor Ryan of St. Catherine's Church in Luverne gave the invocation and benediction. Ann, Nancy and Carol lead their class to receive their diplomas. V a e cl i c t 0 r 1 a n s Honor Students of LHS: Ann Brehm Thomas Nancy Glaser Dahlberg Class Colors—Crimson and Silver Class Flower— Red Rose Class Motto—“Out of the harbor of learning into the sea of life.’ mm mm