Manchester High School - Crest Yearbook (North Manchester, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 144 of the 1977 volume:

Oun ScA a yearbook in three acts Produced At Manchester High School In The Year 1977 5 prologue This yearbook is called “Our School.” It was produced in 1977 by the CREST staff as a take-off of Thorton Wilder’s play “Our Town.” In fact, all the quotes in this section are taken from his play. In this yearbook you will see seniors, custodians, seniors, tennis players, and seniors along with a cast of thousands. Our school is Manchester High School, population 625, located on the outskirts of North Manchester, Indiana — a small midwestern town approximately 773 feet above sea level. “I want you to try and remember what it was like when you were very young, and particularly the days when you were first in love, when you were like a person sleep-walking, and you didn’t quite see the street you were walking in, and you didn’t quite hear everything that was said to you. You’re just a little bit crazy.” 4 ABOVE: Student Council President John Fahs helps custodians keep his school clean. FAR LEFT: An unnamed student rises to great heights. BELOW: Mr. Gilbert relaxes in his underground study. “I guess we’re all huntin’ like everybody else for a way the diligent and sensible can rise to the top and the lazy and quarrel- some sink to the bottom. But it ain’t easy to find. Meantime, we do all we can to take care of those who can’t help themselves and those that can we leave alone.” 5 prologue “Now there are some things we all know but we don’t take’m out and look at’m very often. We all know that something is eternal. And it ain’t houses, and it ain’t names, and it ain’t earth, and it ain’t even the stars — everybody knows in their bones that some- thing is enternal, and that some- thing has to do with human beings. All the greatest people ever lived have been telling us that for five thousand years and yet you’d be surprised how people are always letting go of that fact. There’s something way down deep that’s eternal about every human being.” prologue 8 “Well, of course it ain’t none of my business — but I think if a person starts out to be a teacher she ought to stay one.” “From tomorrow on you can kill yourself in all weathers, but while you’re in my house you’ll live wisely, thank you.” “They’ll have a lot of troubles, I suppose, but that’s none of our business. Everybody has a right to their own troubles.” prologue £ “ ... — this is the way we were (in a small town in Northern Indiana toward the end) of the Twentieth Century, — this is the way we were — in our growing up and in our marrying, and in our living, and in our dying.” prologue ACT I: Hhe 'Daily -£i$e English Offers Wide Variety Of Courses Every individual has a basic need to communicate. Communication involves language — written, oral or silent. One of the goals of the department is to help students communicate more effectively. Students need to think, to feel, to concentrate, to listen, to express. The English department is the largest department in the school and offers students basic, optional and elective courses in various areas of speech drama, reading litera- ture, and grammar composition. Students are taken to see plays and convos and the college, and outside speak- ers are brought into class. This year and in past, Man- chester students have won honors in creative writing, speech, and filmmaking. 1. Wearing sari, Lois Shull reads to class. 2. Dan Tyree explains life with a rubber tree to his interested class. 3. Kay Sponseller drifts into yet another daydream in Cities class. 4. Author James Haskins speaks to Black Literature students. 5. Sam Knight adjusts camera in film- making. 6. Ron French and Jim Overholt exchange insults. 7. Early English Literature class has medieval picnics in the park. 8. John, Cris, Cris and Dan show puppet friends from Creative Dramatics. 9. Jane Bales with Christmas bow waits for class with Jennifer Hantleman. 10. Students are no longer students in Creative Drama. 11. Bob Gilbert’s criminals line the wall for another dumb picture in Russian Literature. 1976-77 English English 9 and 10 Literature 9 and 10 Speech Workshop 9 and 10 Reader’s Workshop 9 and 10 Practical Writing Business English Creative Writing Research Writing Speech Creative Dramatics I and II Play Production American Literature I and II Early English Literature Russian Literature Offerings Literature of the Midwest Literature of the Cities American Novel Black Literature Literature of the Bible Discovery Adventure Mythology Science Fiction A Study of Heroes War and Conflict Individualized Reading Great Books Manchester High School realizes that there is a need for international cooperation, that understand- ing between nations comes only from learning of other people through their language and culture. It is necessary for more Americans to be bi-lingual. Ideal- ly, everyone should be able to speak at least one foreign language fluently. According to a survey sponsored for the Modern Language Association in January 1975, 56.3 per cent business men considered foreign language useful in their business, 33 per cent would pay more to persons with foreign language skills, and 60.5 per cent would give such persons preference in hiring. Manchester High School has offered this year two languages for the student: Spanish up to four years of study and French for two years. With the aid of our language laboratory stu- dents’ fluency in the language is increased. 3. Cindy Harvey, Maria Cooper, Steve Naragon, Bill Leonhard help 1. Elsie Quintana works with students in language laboratory themselves to tacos. 2. Mike Eis watches as Elsie and Hank Quintana enjoy Spanish 4. Carla Miller shows students the art of French cooking, banquet. 5. Dennis Ward helps prepare food for French dinner. Doors To International Understanding French Club ROW ONE (L-R): Peter White, Larry Jackson, Mark Bamholt, Jim Russell ROW TWO: Rita Enyeart, Jill Yentes, Jim Bishop, Rex Flenar, Jon Harshbarger, ROW THREE: Scott Brookins, Julie Zins- meister, Karen Rice, Kathy Rice, Margaret Pinson, Deann Royer, ROW FOUR: John Klinger, Steve Dziabis, Erica Colburn, Ziva Ken- nedy, Beth Draper. French Club has been busy in school and out. “Rata- touille” was cooked in class, and for their Christmas Party. They went a-caroling about the school, present- ing some of the teachers with French cookies. They rewarded themselves with buche de noel, and punch. Plans were made to go to the Cafe Jonell and to cele- brate the Mardi Gras. Spanish. Club ROW ONE: (L-R) Cathy Gilbert, Anne Bohn, Barb Merritt, Peter White, Mrs. Quintana, ROW TWO: Rose Sanson, Lorie Heeter, Polly Kester, Lisa Harshbarger, Steve Naragon, Lynda Wireman, Melanie Wilmert, Karen Zimmerman, Cindy Miller, Lori McKee, Tina Metzger, Jeanne Westman, Tammy Snell, Leslie Frantz, ROW THREE: Diane Wagoner, Rebecca Boyer, Annette Long, Judy Veatch, Sheri Young, Bill Leonard, Maria Cooper, David Ogden, Marcia Ridenour, Cheryl Rennaker, ROW FOUR: Kim Metzger, Tim Hethcote, Loretta Sanson, Gloria Conley, Sylvia Honeycutt, Cindy Harvey, Laura Benett, Mike Eis, Jim Davis, Gary Robison, David Deeter, Mark Thompson, ROW FIVE: Stephanie Bohn, Chris French, Judy Moyer, Sherry Long, Missy Moore. “El Club de Espanol” is an active group which has several traditional events thru-out the year. In the fall, “La Fiesta de Iniciacion” is held to get acquainted with new members, to have fun with them, and, of course, to show them how to break “la pinata.” In December the highlight of the year is held: El Banquete.’’ Delicious, spicy food is cooked under direction of “Senora Quin- tana.” Games are played and another pinata is broken. To wind up the year “La Fiesta de Primavera” is cele- brated. During this event the Spanish club king and queen are selected. 1976-77 was a special year for the Spanish Club. They won first place in the Homecoming club float competi- tion for the fourth consecutive year. In November they traveled to Fort Wayne to attend the performance of Jose Greco and his group. They also planned to partici- pate in the Field Day Manchester College offered to area high school students. Understanding Man’s Relationship To World 1. “Pete” Jones lectures in American history. 2. Bob Gilbert demonstrate his famous foot-on-the-desk, lean-against- the-chalkboard style of teaching. 3. Karl Merritt happily walks from class during tornado drill. 4. Phil Enyeart smiles for the camera. The Social Studies Department consists of four teach- ers working in five separate areas. Subjects include Unit- ed States History, World History, American govern- ment, psychology, and sociology. In addition, the depart- ment offers International Relations and Values and Is- sues when enough students desire them. All of these subjects, except American and World History are one semester classes while the history classes are two semes- ter classes. Social studies classes attempt to introduce students to a variety of concepts and materials which the depart- ment finds necessary for understanding man’s relation- ship to his social world. By having a variety of elective courses from which students can choose, the department approaches this central problem from a variety of per- spectives. Students who choose several classes should obtain a solid background which will better enable them to meet and understand the demands of society. 3 03 rr The Math Department had a good year in 1976-1977, with Mrs. Nordman and Mr. Myer struggling to teach the basics of Algebra; Mr. Bilger fiddling with the poly- gons and planes of geometry; Mr. Ridenour showing the fun side of Advanced Algebra and Senior Math to his students, and Mr. Miller trying to keep the noise of his Math Seminar class a medium roar. In March the National Math Exam was taken by stu- dents, with the school as whole showing great improve- ment. High scores were turned in by Nick Sanson, Larry Jackson, and Curtis McCauley, obtaining scores of 70, 66, and 65 respectively. 1. Mr. Miller takes time off from his Athletic Director’s duties to supervise Math Seminar. 2. Mr. Ridenour gives the camera an ominous glare. 3. Mrs. Nordmann looking over homework. 4. Mr. Bilger waits for class to finish geometry test. 5. Mrs. Becky Poehler teaches pre-vocational education class. The PVE, Pre-Vocational Education Program is a four-year program stressing vocational training for a students with special needs. The program includes classroom and vocational training within the school and also within the community. All regular subjects are covered in the classroom as well as job training. The students earn credit for graduation while work- ing on their jobs, their first job being within the school working for the staff and not earning wages, and their second being in the community where they work for a salary as well as credit. 19 business Manchester High School Business Department is an active part of the school program. Classes are all chosen as elective courses and, therefore, offer MHS students that something extra that adds spice to their high school classes. By taking business classes, MHS students follow their interest in preparing for a vocation in the business world, or they enrich their academic programs. 1. Marie Holsinger gives dictation to shorthand students. 2. Ledford Benton explaining finer points of typing to students. 3. Basic Business students work conscientiously. 4. Keith Metzger works with accounting students. 5. Mr. Metzger waits in hall for class to start. ABOVE: Members enjoy themselves at hayride. The FBLA is a group of students from all classes who are interested in learning to become leaders in the world of business. They work on committees, preside at meet- ings, participate in projects, and learn from leaders in the community. A high point in the year is the all-day field trip to offices and industries in the Fort Wayne area. Pleasure Before Business BELOW: ROW 1: Jennifer Stacy, Rhonda Hopkins, Sam Knight, Byron Kauffman, Barb Annen, Julie Collinge, Ty Shepherd, Ziva Kennedy, Dottie Karg, Scott Martin, Tammy Wieland, Kyle Trick, ROW 2: Pam Williams, Greg Cassel, Wally Keim, Jean Westman, Becky Heagy, Tina Metzger, Lori McKee, Linda Beck, Melissa Vanyo, Erika Frey, Jayne Jarrett, Sam Frieden, Mike Benton, Jeff Cassel, Scott Brookins, Amanda Annen. ROW 3: Mrs. Holsinger, Laura Bechtold, Becky Hileman, Lynn Davis, Rosella Nordman, Jill Veatch, Lisa Dziabis, Chad Burch, Jim Marks, Doug Lance, Eric Gemmer, Jeff Rager, Steve Orpurt, Mr. Benton, ROW 4: Mr. Metzger, Connie Runkel, Pat Anson, Deb Tracy, Angie Corricelli, Pam Burgess, Sandy Hoffman, Kris Aughinbaugh, Keith Sorg, Kim Pratt, Todd Lybarger, Steve Stewart, Kristy Hileman, Mrs. Detwiler, ROW 5: Janet Scmalzried, Becky Jones, Kari Baker, Gina Hoover, Margo Nichols, Diane Morrisey, Denise Shepherd, Susan Fike, Julie Tschantz, Cheryl Ogden, Carol Ebbinghous, Beth Ross, Lori Mong, ROW 6: Sandy Eberly, Teri Koebeke, Wanda Frantz, Julie Karg, Beth Eiler, Tony Conrad, Kent Workman, Scott Snyder, Larry Koch, Gary Howard, Nancy Messer. science Student Study Life The Science Department has over 200 students en- rolled in biology, chemistry, and physics. Students at MHS have the opportunity to take four years of science in addition to independent study being offered to sen- iors. Experiments in the laboratory make science classes unique. Students learn the methods of dissecting frogs, using a microscope, bending glass tubing, and mixing chemicals. 1. Help! All I see is the reflection of my eye. 2. Harvey Underwood discusses the finer points of ameba and Polish jokes. 3. Jim Myer not only supervises locker clean-up and coaches basket- ball. but also teaches physics. Science Club — ROW ONE; Mr. Underwood, Dave Robison, Jim Bishop, Ronnie French, Jim Cline, Mark Smith, Eric Tate. Jon Harshbarger, Anne Bohn, Polly Kester, ROW7 TWO: Jim Shear, Dave Koeneman, Rex Flenar, Lisa Dziabis, Jill Veatch, Rosella Nordman. Cheryl Rennaker, Jeannette Wilcox. Artists Create, Experiment The purpose of the Art Club is to promote and to satisfy interest in the fine arts. The club takes field trips to northern Indiana museums and craft settlements and at times enjoys watching visiting artists display their talents. Art Club: (L-R) Annette Long, Martha Barefoot, Linda Cripe, Rosella Nordman. ROW TWrO: Mr. Pritchard, Billy Keim, Lisa Burke, Kris DuBois, Melissa Vanyo, Kim England, Julie Spann, Diane Wagoner ROW’ THREE: Marilyn Lutz, Linda Long, Julie Zinsmeister, Becky Harris, Kris Aughinbaugh, Pamm Burgess, Jill Veatch. Anne Bohn, Peter White. Mark Aughinbaugh ROW FOUR: Sherri Lackey, Amy Deckana, Shelly Brace, Becky King, Regina Henke, Connie Rundel, Diane Morrisey, Hoa Vo, Missy Moore, Judy Moyer, Connie Rose, Brenda Runkel, Arlo Honeycutt, ROW FIVE: Gary Bucher, Ron Cripe. Laura Barnholt, Kim Metzger, Lori Long, Joy Mckee, Jo Jack- son, Marie Cooper, Jerry Bolinger, Dan Metzger, Steve Castner, Sherri Long, Stephanie Bohn, Deb Castner. 1. Hoa and Bob work on KISS painting. 2. David Pritchard prepares for class. 3. Students visit Conner Prairie Museum. 23 home ec ABOVE: “Ah, the joys of jelly.” BELOW: Incorporating bicentennialism in the kitchen. Preparing For Life The home economics curriculum is formulated to pre- pare individuals for many facets of life, including con- sumer education; planning, preparing, serving nurtri- tious meals; experimental foods; knowing the character- istics, care and construction of fabrics, styling of gar- ments, interior decoration; family relations, manage- ment, child care and development; budgeting of time, money, energy; home nursing. (There are 900 related areas to home economics.) Some of the special projects include Display Night Fashion Show, Community Din- ners on Thursday, preparing and serving food for school organizations, tasting panels, House Plan Drawing Con- test, and immediate clothing repair and spot removal. ROW 1: Brett Tracy, Ron Cripe, Hoa Vo, Arlo Honeycutt, Brent Grist, ROW 2: Mr. Gaylor, Lanty Lahr, Eric Gemmer, Todd Frieden, K.C. Crook, Ken Zinsmeister. Ken Zinsmeister and Lanty Lahr work in wood shop. North Manchester Public Library 405 N. Market Street North Manchester, IN 46962 260-982-4773 Change Is Key! Industrial Arts is one area that is attempting to meet student needs through change. Many areas are open to students in addition to the regular courses. This year students were able to take course work in welding, small engines, drafting, woods, electronics, silk screen, ad- vanced woodworking, and architectural drawing as inde- pendent study courses. Silk screen was a new course this year; students designed and printed a variety of objects in a variety of ways. industrial arts cd 4—H ROW ONE (L-R): Tim Burkett, Andy Brown. Dan Flora, Curt Stephan. Rick Music, Scott Rife, Jim Kerschner, Mr. Sparrow. ROW TWO: Julie Garber. Mari Stouffer. Eldon Cook, Dick Feden, Jeff Lauer, Robert Kinzie, Ron Conning, Ron Behny, Brian Neeley, Todd Miller, Sean Wallace, Scott Garber, Chip England, David Wilcox, Rick Lewis. ROW THREE: Allen Clark. Paul Steele, Greg Geiger. Mark Brubaker, Burnis Ousley, Mark Wiley, Barry Schannep, Steve Lambert, Jeff Rager. Mike W’ertenberger, Gary Butcher, Gregg Terrill, Wayne Metzger, Bill Estep, Jeff Pyle. ROW FOUR: Lanty Lahr, Lon Messmore, Jim Hayes, Wade Renicker. Ed Schultz, Dave Brubaker, Shane Cattron. ROW FIVE: Greg Wireman, Ron Hawk, Chad Callahan, Eddie Egner, Calvin Blocher, Blake Neeley, Mike Haupert, Don Sutter, Rod Fruitt, Mike England, Craig Renicker. The Manchester High School FFA chapter has ninety active members. In the past year, they have participated in many different activities. Forty members participated in Plow Day, 100 acres of row crops were planted, and several members par- ticipated in livestock, dairy, and soil judging teams. Ice Cream was sold at the school and at several street and county fairs. Mari Nell Stouffer was in charge. Ron Hawk was in charge of the summer farming program. District president was Ronnie Rice and District secretary was Steve Freshour. Learning To Do Doing To Learn Earning To Live Living To Serve 26 cd c3 cS o o The mental strain becomes unbearable in Ag. TOP: Scott Rife, Sentinal; Craig Hufford, Treasure; Jim Kerschner Reporter. BOTTOM: Richard Sparrow, Sponsor; Curt Stephen, President; Trent McDonald, Secretary. M A ifftIP Exercise Now For Ever The Physical Education department offers a wide va- riety of activities including basketball, gymnastics, judo, soccer, softball, and track. Some lifetime sports being provided are archery, bowling, tennis, and swimming. Manchester’s P.E. program offers contributions through the teaching of knowledge concerning health habits, development of skills, exercise, and an under- standing of sports. It provides a framework of competi- tion by training for leadership and encouraging sports- manship. 1. Miss Markey prepares for William Tell Overture 2. Fun and volleyball games in p.e. 3. One flew over the cuckoo’s nest. 4. Mr. Enyeart hard at work 5. Different strokes for different folks physical education High school juniors and seniors are eligible to apply for admission to the Vocational School. This school is designed to provide education and training for youth whose talents, interests, and objectives are many and varied. No hurdles are put in a student’s path that has a genuine interest in a particular occupational program. In other words, there are. very few prerequisites. There are, however, recommended courses for background that a student should take prior to Vocational School enroll- ment. The high school counselor can give this kind of information on a specific program. The only fees charged are a $5.00 fee at the time of enrollment. These fees are paid to the home school dur- ing the normal time book rental fees are paid. The only other cost is for some specific equipment or attire for a particular program. These costs are usually quite reason- able. Every effort will be made prior to enrollment to assist the student in making the best occupational choice. However, should the choice prove wrong, changes can be made on an individual basis depending, of course, on the time of change request and the availability of openings. The same credit system applies at the Vocational School as in most schools; one-half unit per hour per semester. In other words, a student can earn six credits for the successful completion of one year of an occupa- tional program. Credits are recommended by the Voca- tional School and issued by the high school. Students receive their grades each six weeks. A copy of LEFT: Todd Miller in Electronics. ABOVE: Sam Barrett in Drafting class. BELOW: Danny Kelsey in Electronics. the grade is sent to the student’s home and to the home high school. The grades are earned primarily on perfor- mance types of activities with some, but not many, writ- ten tests. The school day at the Career Center consists of rough- ly three consecutive hours either in the morning, after- noon, or possibly from three to six in the evening for some selected programs. (Cosmetology students attend school more than three hours per day.) There are at present four vocational youth organiza- tions at the Career Center. They are: DECA (Distribu- tive Education Clubs of America) FFA (Future Farmers of America) OEA (Office Education Association) and VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America). These four organizations provide activities, either social, com- petitive, or leadership for almost any student with any interest. Students attending the Vocational School still have ample time to participate in athletics and other activities at their home school. 28 ABOVE: Chuck Warner in Drafting Class. BELOW: Joe Stacy in Ag Mechanics. RIGHT: Lorry Brown in Printing. LOWER RIGHT: Dennis Haynes in Machine Shop. Courses available at Vocational School: Accounting Data Processing Agriculture Mechanics Auto Body Repair Auto Mechanics Beauty Culture Building Trades Cooperative Education Drafting Electronics Food Service Health Occupations Machine Shop Office Training Printing Welding Work Experience Boys Work Experience Girls 29 1. Squirette Tena Blocher holds flag in practice for parade. 2. Francie Stapleton toots her flute. 3. Band and Squirettes wait for beginning of homecoming parade. 4. Band award winners John Heed, Lori and Linda Long. 5. Mr. McKee rehearses band. 6. Cougar band marches at pep session. 7. Dan Metzger plays sousaphone. 30 Active Band Performs At Parades, Concerts The Squire Band began their activities with summer parades and a trip to Disney World in Florida. The band performed in the Magic Kingdom where approximately fifty thousand people viewed the band’s spirited perfor- mance. The band performed at football and basketball games in the fall and winter, and the State N.I.S- .B.O.V.A. Concert Band Contest in April. Members of the band performed at the district and state solo and ensemble contest and also the Wabash County Honors Band. The band presented a winter and spring concert. The spring concert featured some of the seniors as solo- ists and also the seniors presented their annual ceremo- ny of the roses. band concert choir cadet choir CADET CHOIR FRONT (L-R) Darla Royer, Brenda Wood, Jennifer Bechtold, Brenda Runkel, Jo Jackson, Amanda Annen, Elizabeth Moore, Mary Hutchinson, ROW 2: Christine .Reed, Tracy Martin, Kelly Sivertson, Jody Hidy, Dottie Karg, Chris French, Janean Mishler, Connie Rose, Lavonne McNeeley, Karen Zimmerman, Melanie Willmert, Julie Lackey. ROW 3: Joyce Steele, Nancy Bonewitz, Vanessa Gullett, Oneda Ousley, Rita Enyeart, Stephanie Brewer, Cindy Chamberlain, Laura Barnholt, Tracy Estep, Nola Staton. ROW 4: Mary Shepherd, Jeff Flenar, Jon Harshbarger, Barry Schannep, Judd Leffel, Wade Renniker, Scott Garber, Nick Sanson, Shar Blevins. Choirs Keep Busy Carol Davis directs choir in practice. CONCERT CHOIR, FRONT (L-R) Jenny Klemmendson, Ginger Rodgers, Diana Harvey, Jeanette Renz, Judy Veatch, Angie Stafford, Diana Morrisey, Michelle Kurth, Gina Hoover, Kathy Prater, Leslie Kurth, Sandy Keirn, ROW 2: Debbie Baker, Tammy Lester, Anne Bohn, Kallid Rorick, Sheila Miller, Laura Bechtold, Susan Brubaker, Sheila Barrett, Rose Sanson, Cindy Miller, Connie Runkel, Kim England, Loretta Sanson, ROW 3: Deann Royer, Diane Bradley, Jeanette Wilcox, Sherry Lackey, Janet Walters, Violet Penrod, Mary Ireland, Lynn Davis, Julie Garber, Janet Bechtold, Rita Miller, Sherry Young, ROW 4: Craig Brown, Brent Mendenhall, Jim Russell, Allen Clark, Jim Davis, Trent McDonald, Joe Wood, Mark Rush, Dave Bowling, Glenn Steele, Peter White, Nick Sanson, Dan Deeter. SWING CHOIR ROW 1 (L-R): Cindy Miller, Dottie Karg, Deann Royer, Melanie Willmert, Leslie Kurth. ROW 2: Julie Albert, Lisa Russell, Jeanette Wilcox, Rita Miller, Janet Bechtold, Lynn Davis. ROW 3: Trent McDonald, Thom Pinson, Dan Metzger, Dan Deeter, Jim Davis. This year, both choruses, concert and cadet, have been busy. They have given programs, participated in convos and gone to contests. The Fall Concert was hectic! After all, who wants to get down to business and work at the beginning of the year? But it was successful. Then it was time to begin work on the Christmas concert. This was a little easier because they had already been through one. The hard part came later — working on solos, duets, and ensembles to take to contest in February. Everyone prepared or helped others prepare to do their best on “that day.” When “that day” was postponed for two weeks because of snow, it gave the people in chorus more time to prepare and get nervous all over again. Even with all the pressure, people went to state with solos. They were Jeanette Renz, First; Thom Pinson, Second; Lynn Davis, Second; Julie Garber, Second; Pe- ter White, First in Vocal and First in Piano with a perfect score. At the end of the year for all Chorus students is the Spring Concert in May and also singing at Commencement. Being in Chorus is a great deal of work for the students and expecially for Mrs. Carol Davis. It’s easy to see that they put a lot into their singing. Swing Choir entertains at Timbercrest Home. swing choir squirettes FRONT ROW: Tammy Snell, Stephany Speicher, Kristi Baker, Cheryl Burch, Tammy Wieland, Tena Blocher, Tina Metzger. BACK ROW: Jill Yentes, Diane Morrisey, Julie Collinge, Michele Miller, Mary Fedewa, Margo Nichols, Muggie Pinson, Sandy Eberly. 34 Precision! Squirettes consisted of 15 sophomores, juniors and seniors. The summer started off with captain Cheryl Burch attending flag camp and Michele Miller attending pom-pom camp at Smith-Walbridge. Both received su- perior awards at camp. In November the Squirettes per- formed in a pom-pom contest and placed third in inspec- tion. The Squirettes marched with the band at summer parades and football games, and performed at four bas- ketball games. BELOW: Squirettes showing their talents at half- time. RIGHT: Captain Cheryl Burch spirits away the record player for yet another Squirette practice. m -■ % ROW ONE (L-R): Cheryl Burch, Bill Hoover, Mark Barnholt, Joe Messer, Steve Orpurt, John Fahs, Susan Reavis. ROW TWO: David Purdy, Paul Jones, Terry Amiss, Jeannette Wilcox, Ty Shepherd, Lorie Hileman, Greg Miller, Jon Fawley. ROW THREE: Eric Tate, Todd Speicher, Angie Corricelli, Kristy Hileman, Byron Kauffman, Robin Thompson, Curtis McCauley, David Deeter. ROW FOUR: Connie Runkel, Diana Morrisey, Sandy Eberly, Rita Enyeart, Tracy Martin, Nancy Messer, Scott Brookins, John Klingler. MHS Student Council began the 1976-77 school year by throwing out its old constitution and bringing in a completely new one. Among other changes, this new constitution allowed a student who wasn’t elected to council to become a member by simply attending thee consecutive meetings. Several ambitious students took advantage of this unique system and became full fledged members. Thus fortified with new members, the council worked all year to provide students with special events. Despite a hard loss at Homecoming, the student Council’s Homecoming Committee, led by Tena Blocher, provided fun and festivities for all. Council members were also busy trying to ease the humdrum of the school days. Led by Jon Fawley, the Student Relations Committee kept an ear opened to the wants and needs of students. Taking action on these demands, the Council helped to speed up the a la carte line and succeeded in having announcements read every afternoon at 3:00. Dance Committee Chairman Bill Hoo- ver brought MHS students several Friday night dances during the year. Paul Jones’ Special Events Committee helped to cure spring fever in the dead of winter by setting up Monday night intramural basketball and a football tournament in March. 1. It’s good to know that not everyone’s strange in this school. 2. John and Announcer-of-the-Week Bill Hoover quiet their rowdie listeners with dull humor unique to the S.C. president. 3. Representatives manage to stay awake at early morning meeting. ROW 1: John Reed, President Steve Naragon, Rosella Nordman, Cheryl Burch, ROW 2: Lynda Wireman, Peter White, Jill Veatch, Lisa Harshbarger, Polly Kester, Steve Orpurt, Mrs. Eis, ROW 3: Scott Martin, Mark Barnholt, John Fahs. Bill Smith listens to “Buzz” Kauffman as Steve Stewart looks on. The National Honor Society is based on four princi- ples: Scholarship, Leadership, Character and Service. Those students who are invited into NHS are first screened by their teachers and rated according to their adherence to the aforementioned values. Members of NHS occasionally go on field trips to colleges and universities; this year they went to Purdue University and planned to visit a second college in the spring. In visiting colleges, the members are given first hand information about the campus and its courses, enabling them to make wiser choices as to which college best suits their needs. The membership of Key Club consists of young men from all classes. The club helps with some community projects and sponsors many school dances. ROW 1: Steve Stewart, Byron Kauffman, Wade Frantz, Mr. McKee. ROW 2: Brett Tracy, Scott Snyder, Dave Goff, Dave Rohrer, Joe Messer, Bruce Farringer, Wally Keim, Bill Hoover, Doug Lotz, ROW 3: Mark Barnholt, Bob Shepherd, Scott Martin, Jeff Cassel, Larry Sensibaugh, Jim Marks, Dennis Coe, ROW 4: Steve Orpurt, Todd Speicher. FRONT ROW: Officers; Linda Wagoner, Lynn Davis, Diana Wagoner, Ann Dickerhoff SECOND ROW: Mrs. Nordmann, Julie Zinsmeister, Bobbie Jo Selleck, Becky Jones, Julie Collinge, Lori McKee, Tina Metzger, Annette Long, Linga Cripe, Julie Spann, Mrs. Sponseller THIRD ROW: Carol Ebbinghous, Angie Stafford, Sherry Young, Judy Veatch, Sandy Hoffman, Jayne Jarrett, Julie Tschantz, Jill Veatch, Rosella Nordman, Kim England, Martha Barefoot FOURTH ROW: Shellt Brace, Becky Eubank, Lori Mong, Janet Walters, Kathy Prater, Sheila Miller, Debbie Tracy, FIFTH ROW: Dorene Juillerat, Samantha Kline, Connie Runkle, Beth Eiler, Sherry Lackey, Dail Haynes, Ty Shepherd, Pat Anson, Laura Bechtold, Regina Hankee, Rita Miller This year began at a fast pace for the Sunshine Soci- ety. In August they greeted the teachers with red and white carnations and throughout the fall enjoyed many activities. They held a formal initiation and mother’s tea. Some of the officers with Mrs. Nordman attended the annual Presidents Luncheon in Indianapolis. In Oc- tober they celebrated statewide Sunshine Week. Many of the members and Mrs. Sponseller attended District Convention at Adams Central High School. They built a homecoming float, chose their Ideal Ladies, and had their annual candy sale. With winter came the Christmas season and they put the school in a festive mood by decorating with Christ- mas cheer. As the new year came, they had their annual Riley Fund Drive and Blanket Toss from which they collected over $100 for the Riley Childrens’ Hospital with special help from King Larry Koch. The society also sponsored the annual Sweetheart Dance with the choosing of Sweetheart Stephany Speicher. In the spring their schedule included an all-day trip to Fort Wayne to entertain the Johnny Appleseed School, a treat for Key Club, “Our Ideal Ladies Tea,” Easter lilies for the retirement homes, State Convention at Hunting- ton North, the big event, the Prom, a summer treat for the teachers, and a special gift for the school. ABOVE: A simple daisy representing simple love. BELOW: Jim Fahs, Larry Koch, Byron Kauffman, Bruce Farringer, and Sunshine Presi- dent Diana Wagoner. Larry Koch became King of the Riley Fund Drive. FAR LEFT: Sunshine Initiation Night conducted by Diana. speech ROW 1: Lisa Russell, Connie Runkel, Lisa Harshbarger, Dave Robinson, ROW 2: Jeannette Wilcox, Gary Howard, Dan Kurth, Ronnie French, Jim Bishop, Jon Harshbarger, Dave Deeter, ROW 3: Curtis McCauley, Jim Davis, Chris Boebel, Glen Steele, ROW 4: Rita Enyeart, Mike Clark, Peter White, Judd Leffel, Karen Zimmerman, Melanie Willmert, Mr. Tyree. Speech Team Takes Honors Manchester High School speech team has had a busy and successful year. After going to sixteen regular speech meets, several people received top honors. Lisa Russell (poetry), Peter White and Betty Winters (drama duo), Lisa Harshbarger (girls extemp), and David Deeter (discussion) all made CIFL All-Conference team. Lisa Russell became state champion in poetry. Lisa Hars- barger will be going to nationals from district competi- tion. The team also was active in a seed sale to raise money. Dan Tyree can be proud of this successful first year as speech coach. BELOW LEFT: Speech team heads for Sectional meet. BELOW RIGHT: Lisa relaxes after winning State in poetry. ROW 1: Connie Runkel, Dail Haynes, Michele Miller, John Fahs, ROW 2: Diana Morrisey, Jim Davis, Polly Kester, Anne Bohn, Lisa Harshbarger, Peter White, Craig Brown, ROW 3: Laura Wallace, Susan Reavis, Lisa Burke, Alan Mock, Jim Bishop, Julie Garber, Denise Shepherd, Becky Heagy, Susan Fike, Jean Westman, Mr. Tyree, ROW 4: Dan Deeter, David Bittinger, Thom Pinson, Bill Hoover. Thespians is an honorary designed for students who wish to participate in theatrical productions. Points for mem- bership may be earned for acting or for backstage work. This year Thespians gained a new director, Mr. Dan Tyree. The fall production was “God’s Favorite,” a Neil Simon comedy about the story of Job (modernized and set in New York City.) In the spring the Thespians presented “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” a tragi-comedy about life in a mental institution which asks serious questions about our society in general. 39 thespians crest CREST ROW ONE: Lisa Burke, Kris Dubois, Tina Metzger, Lori McKee, Leslie Frantz, Lynda Wireman, Tammy Snell, Diane Mornsey, Connie Runkel. ROW TWO: Susan Reavis, Kris Aughinbaugh, Melissa Vanyo, Clare Olinger, Becky Karg, Ronnie French, Lisa Russell, Annette Long. ROW THREE: Tammy Wieland, Cheryl Burch, Byron Kauffman, Sam Knight, Rex Flenar, Jon Fawley, Bill Hoover, Jeannette Wilcox. The CREST staff is responsible for producing the yearbook. Although the staff originally consisted of 35 members, it narrowed down to a few dedicated members as the year progressed. Putting together a yearbook is not all fun and games. On the contrary, there are press- ing deadlines to meet and, in the case of the 1976 77 staff, a whole process to learn. Mrs. Bales became the new sponsor this year with Lynda Wireman as editor-in- chief and Cheryl Burch as business editor. Steve Nara- gon headed the photographers. LEFT: Lynda Wireman and Ron French work on copy. BELOW: Cheryl Burch and Clare Olinger do layout 40 Crest Staff Lacks Experience But Not Enthusiasm Health Careers ABOVE: TOP TO BOTTOM — Chris French, Pat Anson, Roberta Blocher, Cheryl Ogden, Julie Zinsmeister, Deb Tracy, Jennifer Lyons, Kay Hoerdt, Rita Miller, Sheila Miller, Pam Williams, Tina Metzger, Kay Bellinger, Lori McKee. A-V Club BELOW: ROW ONE: Andy Brown, Jim Hayes, Dennis Coe, Steve Stewart, Bill Hoover, Bob Shepherd, Wade Frantz, Brad Mishler, David Purdy. ROW TWO: Jim Rhoades, Dick Peden, Bruce Farringer, Sam Frieden, Jim Marks, Dan Metzger, Dave Goff, Brent Mendenhall. ROW THREE: Dan Deeter, John Kling, Sam Knight, Byron Kauffman, Mike Benton, Chad Burch, Mike Purdy, Doris Snell. Students Serve The purpose of Health Career Club is, as the name suggests, to bring together young people interested in careers in health, to explore opportunities in this field, and to grow as individuals by working together. Members of “Health Club” are given the opportu- nity to volunteer as Candy Stripers at Wabash Coun- ty Hospital. Wade, Chad and Mont relax in AV office. health careers audio-visual The varsity cheerleaders attended summer camp at the University of Michigan, where they received six first place ribbons and the sixth place trophy in overall per- formance. Miriam placed third and received a trophy in individual competition. Following camp, they held a summer cheerleading clinic. Cheerleaders received the first place trophy in varsity competition at Ball State. Throughout the year they were accompanied by the first squad of boy cheerleaders who were Bruce Farringer, Wade Frantz, Byron Kauff- man, Jim Marks, and Joe Messer, (with alternates Kyle Trick and Jack Clark). They took part in cheers, mounts and other antics. The cheerblock met regularly to learn new cheers and go over chants. A cheerblock cake raffle was held to raise money for supplies and the school was decorated for Sectional, with the juniors claiming “The Best Decorat- ed Hall.” Everybody turned out for Sectional Competi- tion waving their famous white handkerchiefs. Varsity Cheerleaders: (OPP. PAGE) Becky Heagy, Miriam Lewis, Linda Long, Susan Fike, and Jeanne VVestman. Freshman Cheerleaders: (BELOW) Ziva Kennedy, Jeanine Mishler, Lori Long, Stephanie Bohn, and Kim Metzger. B-Team Cheerleaders: (FAR RIGHT) Tammy Lahr, Cindy Miller, Cheryl Reed, Cheryl Rennaker, and Angie Corricelli. basketball ROW 1: Manager Jeff Lauer, Mont Spitler, Steve Orpurt, Scott Martin, Cris Brandenburg, Brad Mishler, Eric Gemmer, trainer. ROW 2: Manager Billy Keim, Coach Bilger, Bill Hoover, David Rohrer, David Underwood, Steve Stewart, Randy Shoemaker, Dick Peden, Manager. Manchester’s Varsity Basketball Team, coached by Larry Bilger, with senior co-captains Scott Martin and Randy Shoemaker, finished out its first year in the Three Rivers Conference with a winning record of 11-10. They made a good showing in the Wabash County Tourney and the Conference only to fall one game short of the Championship in each. The Squires were sadly defeated in Sectional Tournament competition by Cen- tral Noble who advanced to the finals of the Elkhart Regional only to bow out to Plymouth, a Squire victim earlier in the season. Scott Martin broke the previous school record with 119 assists. Cris Brandenburg broke Manchester’s scor- ing record of 34 points in a game with 40 points. Leading rebounder for the year was Randy Shoemaker, while free throw shooting was led by Steve Stewart. Randy Shoe- maker, Scott Martin, and Cris Brandenburg were in- cluded in the News Journal All Area Team. Named to the All Conference first team were Randy Shoemaker and Cris Brandenburg; second team, David Rohrer. The team was treated to after-practice dinners by several different parents during the year. The Junior Varsity team, coached by Dave Betz, picked up its pace at the end of the season to come out with an 8-12 record. The freshmen, coached by Keith Metzger, completed a promising year of 8 wins and 3 losses and were county tourney champs. J.V.- ROW ONE (L-R) David Simmons, manager, Bill McNeeley, Dave Goff, Mike Purdy, Brian Neeley. ROW TOW: David Purdy, Sam Freiden, Steve Dziabis, Larry Jackson, Dave Bowling. Freshman- ROW ONE (L-R) Mike Haupert, Doug Lotz, Blake Neeley, Tony Olinger, Tony Conrad, ROW TWO: Coach Metzger, Barry Bilger, Kent Workman, Jeff Pyle, Larry Koch, Todd Speicher, Brett Tracy, manager. volleyball Varsity: Kris Dubois, Tammy Snell, Clare Olinger, Dail Haynes, Coach Markey, Cindy Harvey, Erica Colburn, Ty Shepherd, Wanda Frantz The 1976 volleyball season brought a new coach and new strategy. The varsity had a 3-7 season, but the junior varsity had a great 8-1 record. With only five graduating seniors, next year’s season should be a win- ning one. Cindy Harvey and Diana Morrisey won tro- pheys for most dedicated members. LEFT: Ty Shepherd returns! FAR LEFT: Diana Morrisey receives “most dedicated” award from Coach Markey. Junior Varsity: Julie Albert, Amy Deckena, Marcia Ridenour, Nancy Messer, Sheila Miller, Manager, Diana Morrisey, Sherry Lackey, Cheryl Burch, Julie Lackey, Judy Cagle, Manager 46 Success has long been associated with Manchester Cross Country and the 1976 season was no exception. The Squire harriers compiled an impressive dual meet record of 12 wins, 2 losses en route to their eighth straight regional appearance. In their first year of com- petition in the Three Rivers Conference, the Manches- ter runners devastated the competition to bring home the school’s first 3RC championship. Other seasonal wins were first places in the freshman and junior divi- sions at the Bloomington Invitational, second places at Busco and Rochester Hocom Karem, and a third place at the sectional. ROW 1: Ron Gripe, Dan Kelsey, Steve Clark, Thom Pinson, Steve Skinner, Todd Speicher, Ken Davis, Gary Robison, ROW 2: Mr. Miller, Doug Lotz, Paul Jones, Greg Miller, David Purdy, Cris Bran- dengurg, Mark Barnholt, Wayne Robison, John Reed, Ken Hall. Run For Fun I cross country High Hopes With new golf coach, Jim Myer, and four new members, the team did a respectable job. Susan Fike was medalist, and freshman Beth Draper was most improved player. Five members went to sec- tional; the team placed fifth. Susan Fike placed seventh individually. There will be five returning lettermen next year with high hopes for the future. ABOVE: Members of the girls' golf team in action. BELOW: Golf Team: ROW 1: Susan Fike, Mary Fedewa, Terri Amiss. ROW 2: Coach Myer, Beth Draper, .Jane Jarrett, Kris Aughinbaugh, and Nancy Singleton. LEFT: Jane Jarrett learning to pul on shoes. The 1976 season brought a new coach and a new atti- tude to MHS tennis. By lessening the emphasis on com- petition among teammates for positions and placing greater emphasis on conditioning, fundamentals, and strategy, Coach Bilger strove to make. MHS tennis a team sport rather than an individual sport. Although tennis was not included in the Three Rivers Conference agenda this year, the varsity tennis team posted a 3-0 record in matches with conference schools. TEAM RECORDS Varsity 4-7 Junior Varsity 3-5 Freshmen 1-0 C Team 1- 0 WINNING RECORDS Seniors Wally Keim 8-6 Bruce Farringer 8-6 Bill Keim 5-4 Juniors Ron French 5-3 Freshmen Barry Bilger 4-1 Jon Harshbarger 3-0 Mark Regenbogen 5-4 Scott Snyder 3-0 Kent Workman 4-1 Co-Captains: Wally Keim and Randy Shoemaker Most Valuable Player: Wally Keim Most Improved Player: Steve Dziabis AT RIGHT TOP MIDDLE BOTTOM Wally Keim Bruce Farringer Randy Shoemaker and Mike Purdy BELOW: Combined Teams Varsity- ROW ONE (L-R) Nick Eberly, Craig Rennaker, Barry Benton, John Reed, Dan Owens, Lanty Lahr, Barry Fratus, Don Lewis. ROW TWO: Coach Gaylor, David Ogden, Dennis Fratus, Burnie Staton, Dennis Haynes, Byron Kauffman, Larry Sensibaugh. ABOVE- Coach Gaylor helps wrestlers with moves. RIGHT- John shows wrestling stance. BELOW- J.V.- ROW ONE (L-R) Chris Reed, Craig Brown, Larry Lane, Dan Kurth, Mark Goodrich. ROW TWO: Ken Davis, Keith Sorg, Ken Zinsmeister, Robin Thompson, Gerald Cradock, Jim Marks, Coach Pritchard. Our young and inexperienced Squire wrestlers entered the 1976-77 season with “cautious anticipation.” Following the loss of seven veteran grapplers to graduation, and with senior letterman Don Lewis out for the season with a foot injury, this would definitely qualify as a rebuilding year. The Squires, nevertheless, were unintimidated as they put their noses to the grindstone determined to defend their 1975-76 Sectional Championship. Determination was not enough. Though our mighty matmen put forth a gallant effort, advancing seven wrestlers to the Regional, the Sec- tional team ttitle went to a powerful Peru team. Things did not go well for the Squires at the Regional as all seven failed to advance beyond that level in the state tournament series. The TRC tournament, rescheduled due to snow, was yet to be played however. This time everything clicked as our grapplers captured the TRC crown by a solid margin in this first year of competition giving MHS a healthy boost to- ward winning the conference all-sports trophy. Although 1976 was not a good year for our Manchester football team, the team did not lack support as they displayed their determination and spirit at every game. The backbone of the team was made up of underclass- men who showed leadership and the competitive spirit, a desire to win. Co- captains: Larry Sensibaugh, Byron Kauffman Most Valuable Lineman: Larry Sensibaugh Top Defensive Award: Byron Kauffman Legion Loyalty Award: Burnie Staton' Rotary Mental Attitude: Byron Kauffman Top Ten Denfensive 1. Byron Kauffman 208 2. Brad Mishler 142 3. Larry Sensibaugh 137 4. Jim Marks 116 5. Doug Lance 92 6. Wade Frantz 85 7. Burnie Staton 77 8. Bill Smith 61 9. Dave Bowling 43 10. Dennis Coe 42 Top Rushers Burnie Staton 594 yds. Wade Frantz 556 yds. ROW 1 (L-R): Kevyn Hensbee, Teerdod Kavoosi, Jack Clark, Wade Frantz, Larry Sensibaugh, Joe Stacy, Bill Smith, Jeff Lauer, Manager. ROW 2: Coach Betz, Dan Hughes, Brad Mishler, Jeff Pottenger, Byron Kauffman, Dennis Coe, Burnie Staton, Nelson Ridenour, Mark Thompson, Coach Gaylor. ROW 3: Coach Weimer, Ed Schultz, Kim Pratt, David Ogden, Chad Burch, Robin Thompson, Mark Sorg, Mike Benton, Doug Lance, Jim Marks, Eric Gemmer, Trainer, Coach Pritchard. ROW 4: Gerald Craddock, Barry Benton, Craig Brown, Kenny Hensley, Chester Moore, David Clark, Mark Rush, Mike Music, Keith Sorg, Mark Aughinbaugh, Coach Benton. football 03 x cn 03 Great Girls! (ABOVE) Varsity — ROW ONE: Kris Aughinbaugh, Marcia Riden- our, Karen Reed, Lisa Dziabis ROW TWO: Sheila Miller, manager, Joyce Rhoades, Pamm Burgess, Dail Haynes, Cindy Harvey, Erica Colburn, Laura Bechtold, manager, Mr. Myer, coach. (BELOW) Jr. Varsity — ROW ONE: Debbie Hoerdt, Carla Ridenour, Nancy Messer, Lisa Klutz, Diane Middleton. ROW TWO: Judy Cagle, Jennifer Stacy, Kay Lauer, Laura Barnholt, Dee Coe. 3. Coach Myer takes time out to advise players. 4. Dail and Cindy try for ball under basket. Although the Girls’ Varsity Basketball team gave up their sectional crown to Northfield, they were pleased with their final record of ten wins and five losses. The coach in the hospital and snow on the ground stopped practices but proved that talent was a large part in the success. The determination of the players was another big factor. Co-captains were Joyce Rhoades and Karen Reed. Karen earned two trophies, Best Free Throw per cent and Most Assists. Dail Haynes set two new school re- cords in rebounds and got the Most Rebounds trophy. Marcia Ridenour got the Mental Attitude trophy. The Junior Varsity stands at nine wins and three losses. They were led by a strong freshman group. The top rebounders were Jennifer Stacy and Dee Coe. Dee also got the Free Throw percentage trophy. Deb Hoerdt had Most Assits and Nancy Messer won the Mental Attitude. Next year should be a good one, with only two seniors leaving and a good group of underclassmen com- ing up. Those Daring Young Women . . . Gymnastics Team: ROW 1: Lori Hileman, Angie Corricelli, Melissa Vanyo, Tammy Snell, Tammy Lahr. ROW 2: Beth Ross, Sherry Clark, Cheryl Reed, Julie Collinge, Tina Williams, Brenda Wood, Michele Miller. ROW 3: Rita Enyeart, manager, Kris DuBois, Kelli Sivertson, Cheryl Rennaker, Wanda Frantz, Stephany Bohn, Diane Morrisey, and Miss Markey. Manchester’s young gymnastics team competed at the beginning and intermediate levels this season. Each lev- el has four events: vaulting, bars, beam and floor exer- cise. Manchester will have a strong, well, disciplined team next season with sixteen returning gymnasts. 1. Kelly Sivertson flies through the air with ease. 2. Kris DuBois jumps on the beam. 3. Tammy Lahr does airborne splits in floor exercise. gymnastics swimming FRONT (L-R) ROW ONE: Eric Tate, Chris Boebel, Steve Kastner, Kim Pratt, John Klingler, Thom Pinson, Scott Snyder. ROW TWO: Coach Leonhard, Jim Cline, Dave Koeneman, Ed Shultz, Dennis Ward, Sean Wallace, John Fahs, Judd Leffel, Todd Lybarger. ROW THREE: Gary Howard, Doug Lance, Jim Fahs, Mike Benton, Todd Miller, Bill Leonard, Chad Burch. 1. Co-captain Thom is refreshed before leaving for meet. 2. Swimmers received goodies from cheerleaders. 3. Doug Lance, state contender in 100 yard breast. Manchester’s newest sport team completed its second year of varsity competition on a postive note. The year was completed with a 5-8 record, but the competition was difficult for a second year swim team. Thom Pinson and John Fahs were the team’s co-captains. Doug Lance qualified for state consolation finals. The team placed third in the Manchester relays, fourth in class B compe- tition at the Lewis Cass Invitational and tied for sixth place in the sectional. TOP: Michelle Kurth, Maria Cooper, Jane Jarrett, Pam Williams, Julie Karg. 2ND: Stephanie Brewer, Sheryl Reed, Muggie Pinson, Ziva Kennedy, Dottie Karg. 1ST: Jill Yentes, Cindy Miller, Ty Shephard, Debbie Kastner, Betsy Snyder. Swimmers Rise And Shine The girls swim team had a good season this year as the sixteen member squad won three duel meets and broke many school records. Practice times were six to seven thirty a.m. The girls saw another part of their teammates that early in the morning and gained strong feeling of closeness. Losing only two seniors, the team will be back next year with added experience and strength. 1. Dottie Karg practices dive. 2. Coach Terri Neal relaxes after season ends. tennis BOTTOM: (L to R) Marcia Ridenour, Joyce Rhodes, Cheryl Reed, Nancy Messer, Michele Miller Ziva Kennedy. TOP: (L to R) Jeanne Westman, Erica Colburn, Terry Amiss, Sherri Long, Judy Kagle, Diane Middleton, Mary Fedewa, Coach Hartsough. Keep Your Eye On The Ball RIGHT: Erica Colburn tries some fancy handwork with racket. BELOW: Marcia Ridenour relaxes during a serve. This year student teacher Mike Hartsough acted as coach for the girls’ tennis team which was made up mostly of juniors with one representative from each of the other three classes. Erica Colburn held number one singles position, and Jeanne Westman played number two. Joyce Rhoades held the number three position; Mary Fedewa played number four and Marcia Ridenour played number five. Terry Amiss and Michele Miller teamed up to form number one doubles and Cheryl Reed and Nancy Messer filled the number two doubles posi- tion. Sherri Long, Ziva Kennedy, Judy Cagle, and Diane Middleton formed two doubles teams which played exhi- bition matches. The Squire golf team had the best stroke average and the best winning percentage of any MHS golf team in the school’s history. They broke the 9-hole school record with an even par 144 in a match against Huntington North at Sycamore Golf Course. They broke the 18-hole school record against Oak Hill with a 294 at Marion’s Shady Hills Golf Club. They set the Sycamore Golf Course 18-hole record against Rochester with a 315. They had the best sectional score ever by an MHS golf team with a 300, tying Wawasee for 1st place. The golf team clinched the all-sports trophy for MHS by domi- nating the field in the conference tourney, finishing 20 strokes ahead of the 1st place team. Seniors Steve Orpurt, Bruce Farringer, and Wally Junior Varsity Record 10-3 TOP: Steve Kastner, Larry Jackson, Mike Purdy BOTTOM: Tony Conrad, Jim Cline Keim all had 9-hole averages under 40. Steve compiled the best average in the history of MHS, and Bruce com- piled the second best average. Steve’s 33 against Warsaw and his 68 against Oak Hill broke the existing 9- and 18- hole individual school records. Each of the three seniors took medalist honors in an important tournament. Wally Keim won the county tourney with a 76; Steve Orpurt placed first in the con- ference tourney with a 74, and Bruce Farringer was medalist in the 16-team Churubusco sectional with an even par 71. Tournaments 1st Place — County, Three Rivers Conference 2nd Place — Rochester Invitational, Sectional Varsity Record 16-2 TOP: Coach Bob Spangle, Wally Keim, Bruce Farringer, Byron Kauff- man. BOTTOM: Steve Orpurt, Jeff Grandstaff track Individual achievements in track have always been emphasized at MHS, and this year these achievements were outstanding. The Squires shattered many existing school, county and conference records and advanced two cindermen to the state finals in Indianapolis. Wade Frantz placed second in the 100 and first in the 220 at the regional, and Steve Dziabis finished third in the 440 to continue to the state meet. Frantz also ran a record-breaking 9.79 in the 100 and a blistering 21.9 in the 220 during the season. Dziabis erased the school record in the 440 with a 49.4 at regional. Frantz and Dziabis teamed with Bill Smith and Burnie Staton to form MHS’s super 880 relay team that broke the school record with a 1:31.2 and placed third at the regional. TOP: Coach Pritchard, Jerry Bolinger, Jeff Pottenger, Steve Davis, Bill McNeely, Steve Dziabis, Dave Clark, John Kline, Chris Branden- burg, Thom Pinson, Dennis Coe, Coach Miller. MIDDLE: Coach Metzger, Wade Frantz, Greg Miller, Paul Jones, Dave Purdy, Burnie Staton, Wayne Robison, Joe Messer, Billy Smith, Chad Burch, Mike Tenton, Gerald Craddock. BOTTOM: Dave Turley, Mgr; Doug Lotz, Scott Snyder, Larry Bucher, Mike Music, Gary Howard, Barry Bilger, Todd Spiecher, Eric Tate, Mark Aughinbaugh, Brett Tracy, Mgr. As a team, the Squires finished with a 12-2 dual meet record and finished second at the county, conference and sectional. They tied for fifth at the regional, which is the track team’s best finish in that meet in the school’s history. Two Go To State TOP: Stacey Bussell, Kay Lauer, Dail Haynes, Cindy Harvey, Pamm Most Dedicated: Cindy Harvey Burgess, Coach Susan Markey. MIDDLE: Dottie Karg, Cheryl Ren- Most Improved: Dottie Karg naker, Wanda Frantz, Ty Shepherd, Dee Coe, Marilyn Lutz, Diana Mental Attitude: Dail Haynes Morrissey. BOTTOM: Julie Lackey, Lisa Klutz, Amy Deckena, Eliza- beth Moore, Kris French, Brenda Wood, Tammie Lahr. Girls Track 1977 was coached by Miss Markey and Mr. Duffy. The team was small but dedicated. Conditioning began late in February and some thing new was introduced, morning practices. They included among other things, seeing how many situps were possi- ble in one minute, how fast a person could jump rope, and how far a person could run in 15 minutes. The girls who survived became the “team”. They won three meets and lost seven. The team had many stan- douts but lacked depth. Cindy Harvey kept resetting the school record in the 880 yard run and Dail Haynes did the same in the shot put. Other school record breakers were Wanda Frantz in the 220 yard dash, Marilyn Lutz in the 440 yard dash, Cindy Harvey, Lisa Klutz, Wanda Frantz, and Diana Morrisey in the 880 yard relay, Klutz, Morrisey, Frantz, and Harvey in the 880 medley relay, Klutz, Frantz, Harvey, and Lahr in the 440 yard relay, Cheryl Rennaker, Tommy Lahr, Wanda Frantz, and Lisa Klutz in the 440 yard relay, and Cheryl Rennaker tied her old school record in the long jump. The team on the whole was good an usually lost only by a few points. The outlook for 1978 is bright. With only one senior on the team and promising underclassmen coming back, we should do well next year. baseball Batter Up! FRONT ROW: Coach Eberly, Mark Sorg, Brian Neeley, Scott Martin, Dave Goff, Keith Sorg, Tony Olinger, Blake Neeley, Larry Koch. BACK ROW: Larry Lane, Mark Hoobs, Mike Eis, Jim Marx, Dave Bowling, Kent Workman, Mont Spitler, Asst. Coach Childs. Sixteen players came out for the team. Returning Letterman included Seniors Scott Martin, Mike Eis, Larry Lane; Junior Mont Spitler and Sophomore Dave Goff. Other team members are sophomores Dave Bowling, Jim Marks, Mark Sorg, Brian Neeley, Mark Hobbs, Mark Thompson, and Freshmen Kent Work- man, Larry Koch, Keith Sorg, Blake Neeley, Tony Olinger. Much leadership was needed from the four upper classmen as the team was young. Scott Martin finished his outstanding performance for M.H.S. The team lost in the semi-finals of the sectional to Wabash 10-2. Returning Lettermen: Dave Goff, Scott Martin, Larry Lane, Mont Spitler, Mike Eis demonstrate skills. ACT II Sv Christmas ABOVE: Santa’s visit is much appreciated by Bus. Law students. LEFT: Elf Burch surprises Lori McKee with a sly pinch. BELOW: Metzger and McKee get into yet another picture during locker inspection. CONFETTI ’77 Confetti ’77, the third annual community-wide variety show, was once again a successful event. The Music Department is fortunate to have an active Booster orga- nization which supports their programs through this and other fund-raising events. Well over 100 performers were involved in this edition of Confetti, and were well- received by the audience of nearly 900. After the dress rehearsals on Wednesday and Thurs- day evening, the chances for a good performance were as remote as dropping a box of toothpicks on the floor and randomly forming the alphabet. Well, the Music Depart- ment now has a framed toothpick alphabet, and Confetti ’77 turned out to be enjoyable, rewarding, and profit- able. 63 confetti ’77 Seniors Earn Trip The fish fry in October was a financial and social success, netting $1370.70 profit, a substantial boost to the funds for the Senior Trip in the spring. From the community 1448 people came to the gym where 1085 pounds of fish were consumed as part of a delicious supper. The seniors worked hard, many taking more than one shift on the work schedule. 1. John, Bruce Mark wash pans. 2. Lisa, Greg, Kris, Mark Linda pose with breading task. 3. Servers work in cafeteria. 4. Breaders work in smokey tent. 5. Mark, Bill Scott prepare to serve fish. 6. Students work on serving lines. 1 ■t -I “The roar of the engine and the look of power fifteen farmers it’ll be done in an hour.” Jim Kerschner That’s the way it was on Plow Day, April 14, 1977, when F.F.A. members joined together to work fields located on the south side of Manchester and behind the high school. Plows, discs, chisel plows filled the fields and the 80 acres were finished in about four hours. plow day homecoming BELOW: Homecoming Candidates and escorts: ROW 1: Miriam Lew- is, Tena Blocher, Linda Long, Lori Long, Tu Shepherd, ROW 2: Bobby Shepherd, Byron Brunn, Steve Bever, Steve Castner, Paul Steele. ROW 3: Julie Albert, Cindy Miller, Julie Karg, Margo Nichols, Lorie Hileman, Jill Yentes, Rhonda Hopkins, Ty French, ROW 4: Mont Spitler, Mike Purdy, Jim Fahs, Bill McNeely, Cris Brandenburg, Mario Quintana, Tony Olinger, I arry Koch. LEFT: The emcee of the Homecoming Gong Show, Paul Jones. ABOVE: “Be True to your School” skit by the cheerleaders. BELOWr: Larry Sensibaugh is named Homecoming King by Tena Blocher, Homecoming chairman. The Late, Late Show The theme for the 1976 Homecoming was “The Late, Late Show.” The freshman class won first place for their float built in accordance with this theme. Not a few tears were shed when the senior float fell apart before reaching the parade starting point. Linda Long was crowned ’76 Homecoming Queen. Her court included seniors Tena Blocher and Miriam Lewis, ju- nior Ty Shepherd, and freshman Lori Long. Larry Sensibaugh was named Homecoming King. The other candidates were Peter White and Randy Shoemaker from the senior class; Byron Kauffman, junior class; Jim Pahs, sopho- more class; and Larry Koch from the freshman class. Homecoming chairman Tena Blocher and her co-chairman Jenny Crook were given credit for making the 1976 Homecom- ing happen. ABOVE: Judy crowns Linda Homecoming Queen. BELOW: Lisa Mong and John Eads enjoy the Homecoming dance. CO CO s Becky Crowned 'i -I'-i ! !S II Tears are shed as Becky is crowned. I can’t think of a better way to end my senior year,” said Becky. North Manchester’s ninth annual Junior Miss pro- gram treated the contestants and audience to a little bit of Mardi Gras. Eight M.H.S. senior girls were judged on their personal interviews, scholastic achievement, poise and appearance, youth fitness, and creative and per- forming arts in their efforts to represent No. Manchester at the Indiana Junior Miss program in Frankfort, Indi- ana, in January. The Junior Miss Program seeks to focus attention on the constructive achievements of young people, to en- courage excellence, and to enkindle a sense of responsi- bility to the future. It is a nationwide program to recog- nize and reward outstanding high school senior girls. The No. Manchester Jaycees have always been proud of their Junior Miss contestants and winners, their sup- port, enthusiasm, time and talents. Second runner-up was Lynda Wireman, first runner- up was Tina Metzger and the 1977 Junior Miss is Becky Heagy. Becky was also chosen “Spirit of Junior Miss.” ABOVE: Joel (David Bittinger) displays pet rat while Mrs. Gray (Clare Olinger), Pam (Tina Metzger), and Nurse Elaine (Julie Albert) look on in sheer terror. BELOW: Spencer (Bill Hoover) and AUyson (Kristi Baker) share an embrace while the two reporters (Jenny Crook and Julia Tschantz) take notes. BELOW: Scott Snyder loses his shorts to “Comedy Magician’’ Russ Charles while Doug Lotz stifles a giggle. ABOVE: Mrs. Shull loses her heart to “Enviromedian” James Wesley Jackson’s little pal. BELOW: Clifford Guest demonstrates his talent for ventriloquism. 69 convocations 1. HONORS AND BAND FRONT ROW: Linda Long, Cheryl Burch, Lisa Harshbarger, Julie Albert, Penny Mort, Pamm Burgess, Jeanne Westman, Sherry Clark, and Beth Ross. BACK ROW: Marcia Riden- our, Bill Leonard, David Koeneman, Amy Deckena, Pam Williams, Paul Jones, Wally Keim, Thom Pinson, Lucy Rush, Jill Yentes, Becky Heagy, Marvin Gheen, Mike Purdy, Dan Metzger. 2. HONORS CHOIR: Jeanette Renz, Peter White, Lynn Davis, Thom Pinson, and Julie Garber. 3. State Ensembles included Lisa Harshbarger, Linda Long, David Koeneman, Paul Jones, Jeanne Westman, Dave Robinson, Marilyn Lutz. 4. Choir led by Mrs. Davis performs at school concert. 5. Band members Becky Heagy, Susan Fike, Jeanne Westman, and Director Terry McKee, enjoy Disney World. This year’s Fall performance was Neil Simon’s GOD’S FAVORITE. This light-hearted comedy captivated au- diences both Friday and Saturday nights. Randy Gratz, Manchester College student, directed the small cast. Senior Alan Mock (Joe Benjamin) and Sophomore Jim Bishop (Sidney Lipton) took the leading roles. ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST brought two large crowds to the MHS gymnasium for the Spring production. Leads Lisa Burke (Nurse Ratched) and Pe- ter White (Randle P. McMurphy) helped bring both smiles and tears from the audience. John Klingler (Billy Bibbit) made his high school debut, while Dave Prit- chard (Chief Bromden), our beloved art teacher, helped bring school spirit back to the theater. The end of the year balloting saw ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST sweep the awards Best Actor .....................................Peter White Best Acress .....................................Lisa Burke Novice Performance ....................John Klingler Honorary Thespians ....................Dave Pritchard Doris Snell Randy Gratz prom On Saturday evening, May seventh, “Boss Tweed” opened the annual Sunshine Prom. The theme this year was “Nights are Forever.” One hundred thirty five cou- ples enjoyed an evening of dancing and entertainment. The dance floor was decorated with blue, silver, and starburst streamers coming into the center and joining a silver chandelier and a revolving crystal ball. Cookies baked by the home economics classes, and blue punch were served by senior Sunshine members. This year Key Club members helped Sunshine with the all night deco- rating the night before the Prom. “Nights Are Forever” Tammy and Scott pose at final prom. Sweetheart Stephanie Stephany Speicher was crowned MHS Sweetheart. In the Queen’s Court were Cheryl Burch, Kim England, Leslie Frantz, Missy Moore and Linda Wagoner. Follow- ing the crowning at the basketball game, the annual Sunshine Sweetheart Ball was held featuring “Man- drake,” a nine-piece group from Ball State. 2. Student body president John Fahs and announcer-of-the-week Bill Hoover give vital information to students. 3. Jane Bales is awakened after a rough day of teaching English. 4. Students pose in front of Carosel Arch in Paris during trip over spring vacation. Sharon Smith (Columbia City), Lisa Dziabis, Jill Yentes, Beth Draper, and Scott Brookins toured London and France with Jane Bales and a large group of other students from Midwest states. 5. David Underwood and Greg Miller work in chemistry. v.v.v.w.� � � . The third act is a mix a looking forward, n hopes and dreams, the iadness trnories. tie mate Act III: Arts You knew about hopeful grape hills, about silent scarlet chariots. I knew about apricot mountains and laughing grape skies. We lived among hopeful burgandy puddles, and laughing scarlet bumpers. — don’t push it; I’ll pull someday it will settle into place maybe, by then I’ll be able to look at it and love it But now there are too many paths and all of them mirror a troubled heart and helpless hands. Amy Deckena Their lives had always been entwined by music. She had found a song within and his music flowed peacefu _ thin her. They had been alone in a world of competition and indifference (Without him she had been scared and lonely) But together they were as one. They had built walls around themselves which only they could see. They had found themselves within each other’s beings. Alone they were nothing. But together they were poems of beauty, of passion, and of love. They lived beyond the Real World . .. Give me my own hill Lynda Wireman Linda Long v JL J i i ’ ■ - r y , M d: k- 7 $F People hurrying, scurrying looking all around, talking and not listening anonymous. Jill Yentes Remembering is meant to be done of the good — the bad forgotten. Beth Eiler Imagination . .. A door of our mind kept shut by Society. Connie Runkel Artwork by Leslie Frantz. Photograph by Steve Naragon. creativity b£ C 5 o t-i cC x co My favorite pine tree, the tallest one, is directly out my window. We are alike in many ways. His lowest branches are so heavy they bend to the ground; but his higher branches are stretching upward as though they wished they could fly. That’s like me. I’m so bogged down to the world that my only escape is by death; but still the inner me longs for freedom. Dail Haynes Fall is coming to kiss me coldly on the cheek and push me rudely into fluffly white clouds Then, she will take my hand and whirl me into a world of autumn leaves where all things are beautiful and I’ll never have to cry again. Lynda Wireman Artwork (UPPER LEFT) by Annette Long. Artwork (LOWER LEFT) by Mark Sorg. Photo by Steve Naragon. 78 The world is full of solitary souls Scared to be too happy Too fortunate to feel justified in bleeding And too alone to be comforted. Linda Long Artwork by Brenda Runkel and Hoa Vo. Photo by Steve Naragon. The long leaves of the corn slapped each other as we tore through the field. Sharp edges raked across our faces and arms, but, laughing and tripping, we didn’t notice. We neared the road that cut an escape through our prison. But someone pounced on us and, with fiendish joy, screamed, “You’re It!” Jeannette Wilcox 79 imagination This year’s annual Senior Convo was an extravagant production combining some encore acts from past years and some new, original ideas. The convo started with several selections from KISS played by Larry “Fall” Sensibaugh, Jim “Butane Breath” Hayes, Bob Shep- herd, and Jack Clark. The crowd roared with the music as the beat got louder and the speakers melted one by one. John Adams demonstrated skate-board skills. Next there was a Slam-Dunk Contest with Mike Eis winning over a field of excellent contestants with a score of 17 out of a possible 24. Mark Clark, the M.C., did a bath-time pantomime and Steve Naragon told riddles while being annoyed by John Reed who was wearing nothing but long, red underwear, white gloves, and a smile while attempting to tap dance. The same annoyance and others interrupted Jeanne Westman and Becky Heagy as they did a dance routine. A1 Mock, Craig Brown, John Fahs, and Dave Bowling, the “Fos- ter” Bluegrass group, layed some good oF, rip snortin’ country- western music and the convo ended with Mark Clark shedding a tear and saying farewell to MHS for the whole Senior Class. Bruce Farringer was chairman of the event. The seniors selected Grad Night at King’s Island for their senior trip. They left school at 4 p.m. and arrived at King’s Island at 9 p.m. They joined thousands of other seniors to listen to concerts by Orleans and Burton Cum- mings — to ride the Screamin’ Demon, Red Racer, Bavar- ian Beetle and log ride, to eat pizza and ice cream, and to exhaust themselves by 4 a.m. departure. The sleepy group arrived back in N. Manchester at 7:30 the following morn- ing. 1. Lori and Tina show off souvenir dog. 2. Becky and Joe enjoy ice cream at concert. 3. Lisa, Lisa, Lisa and Barb — tired but hungry — buy pizza before bus trip back. 4. Lynn and Cindy prepare for takeoff in Sky Lift. 5. Members of Bus 4 collapse after trip. 6. A caricature of Tammy Wieland? senior trip Looking For Space Band and Choral Prelude — Terry McKee and Carol Davis Processional — Fanfare and Processional — Band Invocation — Betty Winters Welcome — Tena Blocher “Faith in Our Times” — Dr. Richard Harshbarger “Sounds of Hope” — Choir “Now What” — John Fahs “Observations” — John Reed I “Flute Fresco” — Lisa Harshbarger, Flute Remarks — Charles Owens, Superintendent of Schools Remarks — Wayne Rennaker, President of School Board Presentation of Class — R.W. Shepherd, Principal Presentation of Diplomas — Ralph Naragon, Grace Pinson Class Song — “Looking for Space” — Class of 1977 Benediction — Cheryl Burch A . On the road of experience Join in the living day If there’s and answer It’s just that it’s just that ay When you’re looking for space And to find out who you are When you’re looking to try and reach the stars ... if� ! .' i, CD W honors 1. MHS was represented in the National Math Exam by Nick Sanson, Larry Jackson, and Curtis McCauley. Nick scored the highest for our school and tied for 29th in state. Our team placed us 10th in state out of 111 schools. 2. Tena Blocher, senior class president and DAR representative is shown with Cindy Ogden, president of OEA and district member of the year. 3. Lisa Harshbarger and John Reed, the only two MHS students entered in National Council of Teachers of English writing contest were both finalists. (Only once before has a Manchester student been a finalist.) They were among the 20 winners in Indiana and rated in the top 13% of the 6500 nationwide entries. 4. Mari Stouffer won first place in house plan drawing contest in interior decorating class. 5. Cindy Ogden and Kay Aughinbaugh both placed at district and attended state convention. Cindy attended National OEA Convention in Houston. 84 1. Steve Naragon, Bruce Farringer, and John Reed are National Merit Scholarship Finalists. 2. Terri Wertenberger was elected state treasurer of VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) and earned a trip to Washington, D.C. 3. Janet Bechtold is another OEA state winner who attended National in Houston. 4. Rosella Nordman competed at state FBLA and came home with a first in Shorthand I. She attended the National FBLA convention in Colorado Springs. Rosella was awarded Tri Kappa scholarship. 5. Lisa Harshbarger won third prize in the CAMPUS magazine nation- al competition for her essay “What’s Important to Me and My Genera- tion in Planning Our Future.” Lisa attended national speech contest in Seattle, Washington. North Manchester Public Library 405 N. Market Street North Manchester, IN 46962 260-982-4773 85 honors awards 86 1. The first year in the Three Rivers Conference, Manchester wins All- Sports trophy. Athletic Director, Richard Miller, poses with stu- dents representing various sports: Wade Frantz (track), Byron Kauffman (wrestling), Mont Spitler (baseball), Steve Orpurt (golf), Brad Mishler (football), Wayne Robison (cross country), and Chris Brandenburg (basketball). 2. Tena Blocher receives Kiwanis citizenship award from Don Broo- kins. 3. Top ranking senior boys were John Reed and John Fahs. Top senior girl was Deb House. 4. Thom Pinson was honored by Rotarian Karl Merrit. 5. Polly Kester receives Bausch-Lomb award in science. 6. Straight A sophomores Curt McCauley and Cindy Miller. seniors We the class of “77” have gone through four years in Manchester High School. We are the largest class in the school system. Our class won the magazine drive as freshman and had a very successful Fish Fry as seniors. We started out anxious and uncertain about high school and when we graduate we will leave behind many friends and we will take with us many cherished memories. Senior sponsors have fallowed the class of “77” through four years of hard work. 88 John Adams Timothy Airgood Barbara Annen Lois Arnett Kay Aughinbaugh Kris Aughinbaugh Kristi Baker Tim Baker Martha Barefoot Senior officers play in the park. Standing: Cheryl Burch, Reporter; Bruce Farringer, Vice President; Seated: Penny Mart, Treasurer; Tena Blocher, President; Tammy Wieland, Secretary. Mark Barnholt Janet Bechtold Linda Beck Tena Blocher Anne Bohn Rebecca Boyer Tim Bradford Cheryl Bradley Andrew Brown 89 seniors A representative from Ball State University talks to pro- spective college students. Greg Cassel Dawn Clapp Jack Clark Janet Clark Mark Clark Theresa Cox Linda Cripe William Crook Lynn Davis Stephen Davis Doug Deneve 90 Ann Dickerhoff Carolyn Dingess David Dotson Kim England Peggy Estep John Fahs Bruce Farringer Gary Fingerle Dan Flora Barbara Frantz Diana Frantz Cool dudes Lon and Andy! Sylvia Eads Sandy Ebbinghouse Mike Eis CO f-i _o S a CO Leslie Frantz Wade Frantz Dennis Fratus Teresa Fratus Rebecca French Todd Frieden Julie Garber Curtis Gullet Rebecca Harris Lisa Harshbarger Dennis Haynes Nadine Jackson Sam Jacobs Teerdod Kavoosi Wallace Keim William Keim Jim Kerschner Polly Kester Becky Karg seniors «2 J-H o • � -H c 02 cc Jeff Lauer Dorthea Landrum Lester Donald Lewis Miriam Lewis Annette Long Linda Long Melissa and Kris pose at lunch. Judy Lyons Lori McKee Scott Martin Barbara Merritt Mike Merritt Joe Messer 9 seniors Danny O’Hara Clare Olinger Steve Orpurt Sam Pence Galen Penrod Roberta Penrod Thomas Pinson John Pontius Susan Reavis John Reed Bernice, alias John Reed, decides to bob her hair. Seniors choosing announcements David Rohrer Deann Royer Lucy Rush Lisa Russell Nick Sanson Phyllis Scheffler Blevins Larry Sensibaugh Ginny Shambarger Bobby Shepherd Randy Shoemaker Paul Shumaker William Smith Jack, Randy, and Wade posing before school seniors cn Sh O C X cc Joe Stacy Barbara Stapleton Paul Steele Tanya Stellar Laura Wallace Curtis Stephan Steve Stewart Mari Nell Stouffer Randy Thompson Melissa Vanyo Jill Veatch Diana Wagoner Mr. Flora Talks to college bound seniors. a 3 H-1 • o IP Peter White Tammy Wieland Betty Winters Lynda Wireman Joe Wolfe Joseph Wood Cristi Woods Kim Workman Roberta Zubowski Not Pictured: Gloria Conley Joe Graham Rick Grindle Brent Grist Ron Hawk Jim Hayes Junior Reynolds Phyllis Staton Glen Wright Paula Wyncott Mark Young Peter White and Alan Mock in “God’s Favorite” O You know you’re a junior when: p You can find your classes without looking at p the door numbers. r 5 You get to go to the junior senior party if there is one. You leave the high altitude stadium seats for the freshman and sophomores and get to sit down by the seniors. You either have to live through Mr. Merritt’s multiple choice tests, pop quizes, and bubble gum facts or merely survive Mr. Jones’ essay tests, “funny” stories and “no movie” classes. Julie Albert David Bittinger Terry Amiss Shar Blevins Patricia Anson Diane Bradley Deborah Baker Mathew Baker Sheila Barrett Cris Brandenburg Loretta Brubaker Mark Brubaker 100 Susan Brubaker Pamm Burgess Allen Clark Kimberly Clark Mike A. Clark Mike L. Clark Christal Coble Dennis Coe Erica Colburn Julie Collinge Ray Conley Eldon Cook Gerald Craddock Nancy Cripe Jenny Crook Ken Davis Dan Deeter Tammy DeVore Mildred Dingess Jeff Dotson Greg Egolf Christine Epp Deborah Eshelman Bill Estep Mark Falk Jon Fawley Mary Fedewa John Figert Susan Fike Rex Flenar Barry Fratus Ronnie French Susan French Steven Freshour Erica Frey James Gall You get to eat second lunch period, and you finally realize the food doesn’t get any better — you just have to wait longer for it. £ You’ve lived through Biology and Mr. Under- 3 wood only to get stuck with another “Baldy”, q Mr. Myer. You’ve finally mastered the art of sleeping in class. Mr. Ridenour teaches you the finer points of airplane flying and how hyperbllas affect the wind speed. You know you’re a junior when you start get- ting nervous about graduation and college. Gregg Geiger Eric Gemmer Marvin Gheen Catherine Gilbert Jeffrey Grandstaff Loraine Hackworth Norma (Hall) Dugan Dail Haynes Lori Heeter Tim Hethcote Lisa Hetzner Lorie Hileman Greggry Hobbs Kay Hoerdt Danny Hoffman Sandy Hoffman Craig Hufford Pamela Hutchinson Mary Ireland Judy Jackson Larry Jackson Jane Jarrett Paul Jones Rebecca Jones 101 juniors Juniors enjoy eating popcorn and working on Homecoming float. Byron Kauffman Jeannette Wilcox Sandra Keefe John Kling Sam Knight Sherry Lackey Sandy Keirn Danny Kelsey Robert Kinzie Randy Ladson Terry Lambert Brian Landrum 102 Bruce Landrum David Lenz Robert Lewis Timothy McBride Trent McDonald Mary Malott Audie Martin Scott Melton Brent Mendenhall David Merritt Wayne Metzger Gregory Miller Michele Miller Rita Miller Brad Mishler Danny Nordman Stacie Ozenbaugh Debbie Parker Richard Peden David Penrod Jeff Pottenger Rick Price David Purdy Fred Rayburn Karen Reed Scott Rife Cheryl Rennaker Pam Williams Jeanett Renz David Robison Joyce Rhoades Marcia Ridenour Nelson Ridenour Ginger Rogers Kallie Rorick John Rupley Junior Indians, Susan Fike and Karen Reed, and Cowboy Denise Shepherd roam Homecoming halls. Loretta Sanson Rose Sanson Bobbie Selleck Jim Shear Denise Shepherd Mary Shepherd Ty Shepherd Kathy Shockey Nancy Singleton Steve Skinner Mark Smith Tom Spann Mont Spitler Julie Zinsmeister Karen Steele Don Sutter Gregg Terrill Debra Tracy Kyle Trick Julie Tschantz Linda Wagoner Terri Wertenberger Mike West Teresa Wilcox Not pictured: Mark Roberts Burnis Staton Edward Wiley 103 juniors backstage 1. Lisa Hetzner wins prize for Homecoming cos- tume. 2. Curtis McCauley, Rex Flenar, and Jeff Grandstaff dissect breakfast in the biology room. 3. Dan Deeter and Nancy Singleton scratch and doodle a film. 4. Joe Messer overcomes hecklers as he practices intense concentration. 104 Kari Baker Mark Barefoot Sam Barrett Marcella Beachler Laura Bechtold Ronnie Behny Whispering, whispering, what do I see? No, not a sophomore, surely not thee? For they laugh, and they yell and they have spirit, too, No, not a sophomore, it just wouldn’t do. For they scream and they cheer but try as you may, You just can’t keep uiet those sophomores today. Sophomore sponsors David Pritchard, Bob Gilbert, Susan Markey, Phil Enyeart, Jim Myer, and Karl Merritt. Mike Benton James Bishop Chris Boebel Jerry Bolinger Nancy Bonewitz David Bowling Michelle Brace Craig Brown Robin Brubaker Chad Burch Chad Callahan Jeffrey Cassel Shayne Cattron David Clark Sherry Clark Steve Clark James Cline Sebrena Cline Sandra Eberly Jerry Coble Ronald Coning Douglas Conley Maria Cooper Randy Cooper 105 sophomores mores Angela Corricella Kenneth Cottrell Kim Cox Donald Dixon Steve Dziabis Carol Ebbinghous James Davis Amy Deckena Diane Deneve Swinging Sophomore class of- ficers above: Diana Morrisey, Secretary; Cindy Miller, Vice Pres.; Curtis McCauley, Pres.; Left: Angie Corricelli, Treas. and Deb Hoerdt, Reporter. 106 Nick Eberly Beth Eiler Michael England Susan Estep Rebecca Eubank James Fahs Jason Finley Carl Floor Wanda Floor Sam Frieden Rod Fruit David Goff Jeff Grindle Rose Hackworth Revonda Hall Regina Hankee Jennifer Hantelman Dianna Harvey Larry Haupert Mike Heagy Kenny Hensley Diana Hidy Kristy Hileman Mark Hobbs Daniel Hughes Debbie Hoerdt Melinda Ireland Arlo Honeycutt Dorene Juillerat Regina Hoover Savannah Howard Toni Howard Above: Sophomore committee Cindy Miller, Curtis McCauley and Robin Thompson select class ring. Right: Gina Hoover and Kari Baker on their noontime hall patrol. Steve Kastner Sherry Kimmerly Jenny Klemmedson RosaMary Kling Teri Koebcke David Koeneman Julie Karg Michaele Kurth Tammie Lahr Jay Lambert Steve Lambert Doug Lance Bill Leonard Katherine Lester Tammy Lester Sue Lewis Cheryl Long Marilyn Lutz Todd Lybarger Jennifer Lyons Curtis McCauley William McNeeley Bernard Malott James Marks 107 sophomores Sophomore Homecoming Queen Candidates awaiting start of pa- rade. Above: Margo Nichols and Jill Yentes Left: Julie Karg and Cindy Miller David Metzger Dan Metzger Diane Middleton Lori Mong Chester Moore Diana Morrisey Cynthia Miller Todd Miller Sheila Miller 108 David Music Brian Neeley Margo Nichols David Ogden Julie Ogden Burnis Ousley Daniel Owens Rita Penrod Violet Penrod Margaret Pinson Kathy Prater Kim Pratt Judy Price Michael Purdy Jeffrey Rager Ronald Rautenkrantz Sheryl Reed James Rhoades Steven Rhoades Karen Rice Bfth Ross Connie Runkel Mark Rush Jim Russell Janet Schmalzried Ed Schultz Fred Shepherd Kenneth Shepherd Krystal Shepherd Betty Shumaker Above: Shane Cattron was one of many stu- dents on crutches during the year. Right: Homecoming workers Wanda Frantz, Betsy Snyder, Jim Marks and Angie Corricelli demonstrate sophomore spirit. David Simmons Donald Simmons Roger Smith Betsy Snyder Mark Sorg Jeff Stacey Angela Stafford Frances Stapleton Glenn Steele Mark Thompson Robin Thompson David Underwood Judith Veatch Hoa Vo Janet Walters Mike Weimann Michael Wertenberger Mark Wiley Greg Wireman Jay Wrolfe Jill Yentes Sheri Young Kenneth Zinsmeister 109 sophomores freshmen 110 This year the freshman class had many fine accomplishments: — their basketball team had an impressive record — they won the Homecoming class float contest — Lori Long made Homecoming Queen’s Court — they sold more candy than any other class The class of “80” is looking at its future optimistically, seeing each new year as prosperous as its first. Freshman officers monkeying around are Judy Moyer, secretary; Dan Deeter, president; Melanie Willmert, trea- surer; Erik Tate, vice-president. Nancy Messer blows bubble in class contest. Amanda Annen Mark Aughinbaugh Laura Barnholt Jennifer Bechtold Barry Benton Laura Bennett Barry Bilger Calvin Blocher Louise Blocher Robert Blocher Roberta Blocher Stephanie Bohn Drucilla Bonewitz David Bradley Jennifer Bradley Stephanie Brewer Scott Brookins Greg Brubaker Gary Bucher Judy Cagle David Chalk Cynthia Chamberlain Dee Ann Coe Tony Conrad “Don’t laugh at a youth for his affectations; he’s only trying on one face after another till he finds his own.’’ Logan P. Smith Janean Mishler cuts design for float. Sponsors: Harvey Underwood, Pat Ringenberg, Leon Ridenour, Kay Sponseller, Led Ben- ton Teresa Cottrell Beth Cripe Ronald Cripe David Deeter Steve Dotson Beth Draper Billy Eads Laura Eads Eddie Egner Rick England Rita Enyeart Tracy Estep Jeff Flenar Rusty Flenar Brent Frantz Christine French Ty French James Gall Scott Garber Peggy Gheen Mark Goodrich Sandra Graybill Bruce Griffey Deborah Gullett freshmen freshmen Vanesa Gullett Kenneth Hall Buddy Hammond Kendall Hapner Jon Harshbarger Cynthia Harvey Mike Haupert Dwight Haynes Vickie Hensley Mike Hollinghead John Hooker Rhonda Hopkins Gary Howard Tammy Howes Mary Hutchinson Robert Iseton Jo Lynn Jackson Judy Jackson Luella Jackson Debra Kastner Ziva Kennedy Angie Kerr Pitrick Kiser J hn Klingler Lisa Klutz Larry Koch Dottie Karg Dan Kurth Julie Lackey Deborah Lahr Robin Lashure Kaye Lauer Eric Tate Judd Leffel Steve Lenz Bill Lewis Ricky Lewis Terri Little Linda Long Lori Long Sherri Long Doug Lotz Sharon Lotz Karl McCullough Tim McFadden Joy McKee LaVonne McNeeley Tracy Martin Cathy Merritt Kim Metzger Lora Middleton Chad Miller Tony Miller Janean Mishler Elizabeth Moore Judy Moyer Michael Music Blake Neeley Jay Nordman Cheryl Ogden Tony Olinger Oneda Ousley David Parker Carl Petrie Mark Pontius Mary Pratt Jeff Pyle Chris Reed Christine Reed Glenn Reedy Mark Regenbogen Wade Renicker Diligent work on Homecoming float brings first place for fresh- men. Below: Brenda Wood stuffs chicken wire. Top Right: Mike Music, Brett Tracy, Mark Regenbogen, Barry Benton build base. Bottom Right: Amanda Annen concentrates on napkins. freshmen freshmen 114 Craig Rennaker Lisa Rhoades Kathleen Rice Carla Ridenour Gary Robison Randy Rogers Brenda Rose Connie Rose Darla Royer Brenda Runkel Loretta Rush Barry Schannep Kerry Schannep Nancy Messer Kathy Schultz Naidene Shepherd Kelly Siverston Scott Snyder Douglas Sorg Keith Sorg Todd Speicher Jennifer Stacy Nola Staton Joyce Steele Brett Tracy David Turley Steven Ulrey Clinton Voris Sean Wallace Chris Walters Dennis Ward Lora Watts David Wilcox Tina Williams Melanie Willmert Brenda Wood Thomas Wood Kent Workman Kathy Young Karen Zimmerman Cagle, Detibie Kastner and Tony Coni administration Owens Heads Schools 1. Superintendent Charles Owens works with the school board, with budgets, with programs, with school administrators, teachers and oth- er staff members. He frequently visits all schools to oversee the entire educational program. 2. Frederick Olinger, Business Manager for schools, attends to some of his routine duties. 3. The School Board sets school policy. These members are TOP: Ralph Naragon, Ned Schuler, Charles Haecker, Mike Silvers. BOT- TOM: Allen Rice, President Wayne Rennaker, Grace Pinson. 4. High school principal, Richard Shepherd, keeps busy with concerns of program and people. 5. Attendance, discipline, supervision fill Roger Weimer’s day as Vice principal. 6.7. Counselors Lois Eis and Dale Flora are prepared to help students with schedules and other questions and problems. Mr. Shepherd Shares Views fa O- 3 3 03 -S fa ct- i—i • o 3 First Year Reflections: 1976-77 was a most rewarding year for me. After a seven year hiatus from building level administration, I was a little apprehensive in the beginning. Having so many new faculty members was another major concern. From an administrative viewpoint, all of our new staff members have done a find job and have well blended with the experienced MHS crew. I have always believed that the faculty and staff at MHS are a cut above the average. Equally gratifying to me this year has been the continu- ing fine efforts of the student body. Many honors, scholas- tic and extracurricular, have come our way. Despite the usual small percentage of procrastinators, the bulk of the student body seems aware of and takes full advantage of the excellent curricular offerings. Particularly pleasing has been the effort of the CREST sponsor and staff to produce a truly fine yearbook. Another on-going strength of our school system is the strong support of many, many citizens and agencies in the community. Thanks to all for making my 20th year in public educa- tion a most enjoyable one. The guidance department provides a complete testing program. With knowledge of past achievement in school subjects and information from the testing programs, stu- dents have a sound background from which to operate as they analyze their present programs and plan for their educational and vocational futures. Lois Eis and Dale Flora divide the work load and activi- ties within the department. Parents are invited to visit with the counselors and their students to discuss the present and future educational and vocational programs of their children. Necessary Services 1. Mrs. Purdy considers another day another dollar. 2. School nurse, Mrs. B. checks temperature and blood pressure of Savannah Howard. 3. Mrs. Metzger ponders hugging a child. Office Workers: ROW ONE; (L-R) Lori Mong, Carol Ebbinghouse, Kristy Hileman, Mrs. Yentes, Tammy Wieland, Lynn Davis, Ann Dickerhoff, Janean Mishler, Rita Enyeart. ROW TWO; Laura Barn- holt, Susan Estep, Becky Jones, Susan Brubaker. As school nurse, Kay Bellinger is responsible for the health of all the students in the six schools of the Man- chester and Laketon areas. She is responsible for checking vision, tuberculin test- ing, giving physicals to students involved in high school athletic programs. She also makes‘house calls in case of illness, indigent family problems, and medical emergen- cies. H- • cr i-i CD •■I V- CD c a- ►— • o LIBRARY WORKERS: Jill Veatch, Cheryl Long, Arlo Honeycutt, Doug Lance, Lori McKee, Jim Davis, Deb Tracy, Rosemary Hackworth, Maria Cooper, Kim Metzger, Mrs. Caldwell, Beth Draper, Kyle Trick, Susan Reavis. RIGHT: Beth and Lori give Rita Caldwell a shoulder rub. BELOW: Mike helps Mrs. Snell through another day. CO c CD THE LIBRARY: A house for books ... a depository for school records and momentoes ... a keeper of filmstrips, records, slides and cassettes ... a quiet place to study ... The library can be all these things and more for the students who take advantage of the services and materi- als offered. There is a constant flow of new books, maga- zines and A-V materials into the library. Reference books are always being added and updated. A good selec- tion of vocational and college information is available. The library subscribes to Taylor’s Encyclopedia of Gov- ernment which provides a toll-free number to call to obtain information on the federal or state governments. There are also picture, map, pamphlet, and vocational files. During the first semester, Pam McKee, Reading Aide, worked with individual students in their content areas, such as biology, sociology, science. The reading skills stressed included getting the main idea, fact recall, infer- encing, vocabulary and phonics. Her time second semester was devoted to groups of students from the reading workshop classes. Word games, puzzles, quizzes and vocabulary games are used. |-t X fD a —•. 3 CTQ 119 bus drivers custodisns cooks 1. Cooks, Janet Miller, Janice Miller, Linda McCune, Karen Wilson, Carol McKee, Barbara Speicher, wait for thundering herds. 2. Custodians, Bud Creager, Gordon Clark, and Blaine Bowen, pause in mopping. 3. Custodian Truman Miller is always busy. 4. 5. Bus drivers check buses. 802 W. 4th St. North Manchester, Indiana 982-2131 PEABODY American Standard Co. Patrons 1. Compliments of Dr. Roger Sawyer, O.D. 2. Trick.Supply Company Inc. 3. Lewis R. Brainard — Sears Authorized Merchant 4. Ann’s Park Salon owner: Ann Pratt Operators: Linda Southern, Peg Airgood, Darlene Shear Richard G. Frantz Marcus Frieden Frantz Lumber Co. Best wishes to class of ’77 109 N. Washington From Frieden Service Company 982-2273 ! Rt. 3 No. Manchester 982-2893 A-l BODY SHOP Complete Wreck Repair and Refinishing St. Rd. 114 West P.O. Box 363 North Manchester, IN 982-2779 WENDEL’S DECOR SHOPPE Complete Home Furnishing and Decorating Service Hwy 114 West N. Manchester, IN 982-2293 There is a Difference A Big Difference Hamburger — We Grind our own Tenderlions — We Bread our own Chicken — It’s Broasted MR. DAVE’S RESTAURANT SQUIRE SHOP Congratulations Class of “77” 139 E. Main Street North Manchester, IN 982-6124 WETZEL INSURANCE AGENCY Where Insurance is a Business Since 1928 Auto Fire Life 1118 N. Wayne N. Manchester, IN Phone — 982-2128 Hospitalization Bonds Business Personal Tom Wetzel Ray Kauffman — C.P.C.U. Don Brookins your Independent Insurance agent k SERVES YOU FIRST A 123 Congratulations Seniors! from IVAN LITTLE “ACE” HARDWARE Telephone 982-2924 107-109 Walnut St. JIM NORMANS CAR PARTS DEPOT 108 W. Main N. Manchester, IN. 982-6613 PATRONS FRONT STREET SHOPPE Fabric Fashion Accesories P.N. HIRSCH CO. METZGER FRUIT MARKET Open Year Round SCOTT’S LAWN GARDEN SERVICE COMPLIMENTS OF SHELLER HOTEL COMPLIMENTS OF DR. SEWARD DR. LE GRANDE 124 GLENN W. RUPPEL Electrical Contractor 136 Vi E Main Street North Manchester, IN All Kinds of electric wiring Water Softners Garage Door Operators COAST TO COAST STORE MOM’S PLACE 206 E. Main St. N. Manchester, IN Phone 982-4748 Dave’s Marathon and Auto Sales Sales Service in all Lines of Autos Dave Caudill Owner 403 St. Rd. 13 N. 982-6977 811 W. Main N. Manchester, IN CONTROLS CO. OF AMERICA 703 W. South N. Manchester, IN Phone — 982-2161 125 MANCHESTER CLINIC INC. This page is co-sponsored by BRYAN MANUFACTURING Congratulations and Best Wishes in the years ahead to the class of 1977 OAK PARK LINES WAMPLER JEWELRY Accutron — Bulova - Speidel Keepsake diamond rings Watch Jewelry Reparings Engravings 109 E. Main Tel 982-2757 1077th Street 982-4487 103 E. Main St. WABASH COUNTY FARM BUREAU CO-OP ELEVATOR 905 W. MAIN N. MANCHESTER, IN. Phone 982-8521 SHEPHERD’S CHEVEROLET OLDSMOBILE, INC. Congratulations Seniors Ben eri Best Wishes For A Bright Future St. Road 114 West NORTH MANCHESTER, IN. 127 HEINOLD HOG MARKET, INC. HEINOLD CATTLE MARKET You’re Always Right When You Sell At Heinold Clifford De Mick, Mgr. Home of Brazier Foods Ford has a better idea SNYDER FORD 500 East Main CENTRAL OIL COMPANY, INC. FLEETWING PETROLEUM PRODUCTS 23 'h HOUR BURNER SERVICE N. MANCHESTER, IN. PHONE 982-6682 “What care thee of time except that thy Beauty becomes more sublime Nothing does more to enhance the natural beauty and bring out the glow in a woman’s eyes like a new hairdo” THE LOOKING GLASS BEAUTY SALON State Rd. 114 Susan Greer, Phone 982-2413 Dottie Beck, 0wner Operator Cindy Brown, Operator Operator WERKING STUDIO 217 E. Main St. N. Manchester, IN. 46962 982-4379 ROLLIN SMITH Furnaces Air Conditioners Plumbing Fixtures Kitchen Cabinets See us for an estimate Corner of St. Rds. 13 114 North Manchester BEST WISHES to the Class of 77 from SPENCER INSURANCE REAL ESTATE PURDY’S WALNUT STREET BARBER SHOP BURCH’S CORN E R CUPBOARD Congratulations and Best Wishes 112 Walnut Street N. Manchester. IN 982-6141 St. Rds. 114 and 15 M-W-Th-Fri-Sat. 6:30 A.M.- 8:00 P.M. Sun. 6:30 A.N. - 3:00 P.M. Closed Tuesday Bob and Helen Blanchard W and W CONCRETE Transit Mixed Concrete 1001 W. Fourth N. Manchester, IN. FIRST FEDERAL SAVINGS LOAN We offer the following at no charge to all account holders Money Orders Travelers Cheques Gift Cheques Notary Service In addition we have: Educational Loans Construction Loans Mortage Insurance Drive-Up Window Interest-Paying Christmas Savings Club Passbook Loans Savings Accounts Night Depository Mobile Home Loans COMPLIMENTS OF Earl 0. McKinley D.D.S. 1301 St. Road 13 N. N. Manchester, IN 982-6042 Brenda's Arts Crofts, dc. .. 121 E. Main l L Manchester if always rue ura when you mate ft yowrulf’ CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS from Kitson 66 Service 706 W. Main N. Manchester, IN. 982-4048 O GRADUATION’S xO (and just the beginning) congratulations from your friends at public , , . SERVICE the electric company Indiana Q HECKMAN BINDERY Serving the Nation’s Library 1010 N. Sycamore N. Manchester, IN. 982-2107 BOUND TO PLEASE ihltenral Giving Community Support of Projects Scheerer Insurance Agency 114 W. Main Call Anytime NORTH MANCHESTER. IND. North Manchester Greenhouse For Distinctive Floral Arrangements 507 St. Rd. 13 West N. Manchester, IN 982-8023 Bernie and Vicki Ferringer -Owners Best Wishes Class of 1977 FARM BUREAU INSURANCE Randall Habegger Dorian Wagner Phone 982-8502 St. Rd. 114 West N. Manchester, IN ROYER JEWELERS PATRONS CITY TIRE and ALIGNMENT HAVEN MOTEL MANCHESTER FLOOR COVERING SCHUTZ BROTHERS INC. Saddlery and Firearms North Manchester, IN 982-4193 FRIEDEN REAL ESTATE for Real Service in Real Estate 221 E. Main St. N. Manchester, IN. Paul and Elvadene, Realtors Office 982-4443 TRIO FARMS LTD. Residence 982-4565 State Rd. 13 982-4682 SNYDER’S MARKET State Rd. 114 West Phone — 982-2282 doAfcjrtl u a eS ts v 's{s. UlLnt j.WrsS - cZ’tS. « •'«•'- y‘S off... M '7Z.wf.- $y £ 9 ! ■ UJn u • -Pi..,, Jv,.yiyr. MM.U..L LANCE’S SUPER VALU KEY PHARMACY ST. RD. 114 W 982-4224 902 West Thorn, N. Manchester Open Mon. — Tues. — Wed. 8:30 a.m. — 9:00 p.m. Thurs. — Fri. — Sat. 8:00 a.m. — 10:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 p.m Serving the Community for 102 years GRAND-OLD Good Luck Class of ’77 Since 1875 OPPENHEIM’S 122 East Main St. North Manchester, Indiana WE GIVE WHAT OTHERS PROMISE — SERVICE — BUTTERBAUGH OIL CO., INC R.R. 2 North Manchester 982-2479 BURGER DAIRY STORE 310 EAST MAIN STREET NEWS — JOURNAL, INC. Serving Wabash County Area for over 100 years North Manchester News — Journal, Inc. Tlie 231 E. Main 982-4905 No. Manchester We Service What We Sell ★ ★★★★★★★★ THE WARNER CORPORATION North Manchester, In. 46962 219-982-2156 H.R. “Hank” SCHONHOFF GENERAL MANAGER MAYNARD’S MEN’S SHOP 202 East Main Telephone 982-4005 STRAUSS’ INC. Established 1875 North Manchester, Indiana D.A. STRAUSS D.M. STRAUSS 135 Our final act will be Death, but for now, we end our school year with the hope that we will realize life, “every single minute of it.” Pictured above in their last scene: Ronnie French, Business Manager Cheryl Burch, Sponsor Jane Bales, Editor J ynda Wireman, Photographer Steve Naragon, and the “late” Kris Aughinbaugh.