Madison High School - Yearbook (Rexburg, ID)

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Orpheus Club EIGHTY-FIVE vocal chords in action. Potential Madam Schumann-Heinks, that ' s what they are. They have possibilities — great possibilities. In the matter of volume, for instance, they have volume to spare. And as for a few slight discords, what does that matter in this enlightened day and age? No popular music is complete without them — the discords I mean. Seriously, however, the girls can sing. They have rendered various selections throughout the city and make a very striking appearance in their red and white dresses. The girl cast members were chosen from this group for the opera Lelawala. Lyres Club Now, all together! Well, why didn ' t you start? Will the tenor section please quit talking for just a few minutes so we can try this song? No, no, no! More volume. This is a pirates ' chorus, not a babies ' chorus! If the bass who is roaring so loudly must sing off tune please sing out in the hall. Craig Moore starts to leave the room. Mr. Fawson shouts Come here. . . . And the tenor singers were one quarter off pitch — which, of course, has no bearing on the matter at all. Once more! and the strains of Yo Ho Ho and a Bottle of Rum echo across the building. The Lyres rendered numbers at various programs throughout the year and their quartet, of which they are proud, has become very popular in the community and the school.

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MADISONIAN ' V Toj) h ' oir — Beiiliili Moore, Hevt-rly (iassiiuin. Alice Xeeley, Miss Wiiitt-r. Cherry Forsytlie. (iladys Man- wariiifr. Josie Voiuifr. Neiia ' Iretiu ' lliii;;. Cciilcr lioir — Mary Winzler. Maiiriiie I .il.ieiiqiiist, Erma Beeslcy, Phyllis Hoopes. Helen I ' ottiT. Iriiia Stowell, (lenevieve Wyiiii, Oreta Nic ' hols. Boftoui Row — Mary Pieper, Zola Nadanld. l.eola Kider. Trieste Payne. Jennie Swendsen. I ' .llen Km Mie, Lygia Parkinson. Madison Peppers HTHE Madison Pepper Club was organized in 1931 by Jennie Swendsen, who became its first president, under the direction of Miss Virginia Kotter. Their accomplishments have been outstanding and their growth rapid. At the present time there are twenty- two members — twelve Seniors and ten Juniors. The Club has been especially helpful in promoting pep and enthusiasm among stu- dents and townspeople. During the past two years its members have given their support to the games, operas, school plays, and every activity Madison has sponsored. They have been successful in sponsoring many programs and matinee dances, and an event looked forward to is their annual Formal Ball. Students feel it an honor to have the privilege of belonging to this club. Each year the Senior members of the club choose ten Juniors and two Seniors for the new members. These girls must have a B average grade to be eligible for membership. Then they must prove to the school that they are worthy of the honor before they become pledged members. For one week the goats go through initiation, during which ti me they must faithfully execute any duty the Senior members may suggest. After the week is up, they are taken to goat court. Here they are put through the most strenuous tests of all. It takes a good sport to pass. The new members are rewarded with a banquet given them by the Senior members. OFFICERS President - - - Jennie Swendsen Secrefary-Treas. - Gladys Manwaring Vice President - - Lygia Parkinson Reporter ----- Erma Beesley Faculty Ad riser - Miss Marcella Winter 2n

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y ' X y M A D T S O N T A N in v-vcAiy V- wii.ini-.Tir -i i—ii. vYi Y Orchestra r - f r y r ' - J yLd- u.j cjicnsn OrSmcso-a was organized in 193 1-32 wirh ten members. This year a U , ed go Wv ity-seven members, and the quahty of the music has been ' ' - ■ ' ■ ' ' --A — im thcriTicrease in number. Their superior music has been outstandin Lsf ' uurii the past year, including concerts, assemblies, and the Annual f ala.. v L. ' Their willingness to help and to perform when required has been - ' ' C- • Their superior music has been outstanding - ' ■2 - - ---|v y.- aal jry aia. ;,Ml heir willingness to help and to perform when required has been - ' ' C- • £- l quality which the school has appreciated. ison is very proud of her band. When it was organized, there were only twelve ibers. It now claims a membership of more than fifty. Last year it won second in the district music contest. Concerts are a specialty of the band. Several were given last year, and a number of successful ones have been presented this year. One unique feature was the television concert. Mr. Fawson, the director, has done much to stimulate the activity and growth of the band. The members have made marked progress on their instruments. OFFICERS President ------- Blaine Nichols Secretary-Treasurer ----- Dixie Miller Librarians - - . Billy Chase, LaVar Peterson i29y