Manti High School - Clarion Yearbook (Manti, UT)

Text from Pages 1 - 84 of the 1953 volume:

I 4 -rtf ■ Ai Pwo. ■ � U r i r — -i r f - K' , K X i ■ III ■■■ : 4 fll ■■■■ .il C’.. J' £T_J £jv% te-j J Hr j u fy1Yv!i? A y ['. r r i r, 1 y ,f - irrri[ J , F y I «- ■■ -i MHS Review To me it seems as if when God conceived the world, that was poetry; He formed it, and that was sculpture; He varied and colored it, and that was painting; and then, crowning all. He peopled it with living beings, and that was the grand, di- vine eternal drama. —Cushman We proudly present to you the M. H. S. REVIEW. This production covers the period of a year, containing episodes in High School Life to please every taste, and features a cast of young, enthusiastic lively high school students and their teachers. The events which take place in this Review have been spoken in such memorable lines as lessons, sports, recreational activities, assemblies, dramatics and music. Your seat for this performance can be any place, anywhere, in the shade of an apple tree, in a comfortable position on the family sofa or in the old rocking chair, in a Jeep, or a Cadillac, but wherever it may be you will enjoy recalling memories and reliving an outstanding high school year. May the M. H. S. Review prove the old saying, Those were the days . . All the world is a stage, and all the men and women are merely players. —Shakespeare Scene Many and varied have been the scenes of the M. H. S. Review. The buildings, dear old Manti High School, the Armory, the Shop and Ag. building, the elementary school where we ate lunch and played in the band, and the Seminary stand ever ready to accommodate the students. When the bell sounded it would be like setting off an atomic bomb, for all at once dozens of students would come running, from one scene and start scurrying off for another, whether it be the far distant ball park or the next floor of the same building. OUR BUSINESS IS SHOW BUSINESS IN THE M.H.S. REVIEW DIRECTORS ARE NO PEOPLE LIKE SHOW PEOPLE THEY SING WHEN THEY RE LOW STILL THEY WOULDN'T CHANGE IT FOR ANOTHER ROLE. SO LET S GO ON WITH THE SHOW. Bruce Jennings Shorthand Type Mac Isbell U. S. History English E. American Problems 0 FACULTY Joseph L. Young Chemistry Physics Geometry Advanced Math Renee Datwyler Type Home Living Arts and Crafts Home Economics George V. Pederson English Bookkeeping Type Richard Nelson Vocational Agriculture General Science William H. Peterson Librarian Morlin E. Cox Shop FACULTY Wilbur Braithwaite Algebra Health Demont Howell English American Literature Keith Stevenson Band Albert C. Antrei World History Biology Dramatics Speech American Problems Shirley Call Health Physical Education Glen K. Goodwin Civics Health Ellis E. Johnson Chorus English Eldon VanBuren Custodian -7- SUPERINTENDENT'S MESSAGE The School does not give the youth of today their education, for education can not be given. What the schools can do is pro- vide satisfactory experiences so that youth may learn by their own endeavors. PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE The high school years are a rehearsal for the much more im- portant drama ahead in which each of us will play a part. That part may be a leading role or it may be the lesser one of stage hand or scene shifter. Whatever the importance of our roles, we want to play them well, and in high school we are given opportunities in developing lead- ership, practicing cooperation and learning skills which will help us achieve success in the drama of life. I hope that in the year gone by, with its varied scenes, each of us has attained a goodly measure of happiness and success in the roles we have elected to play. -9- BOARD OF EDUCATION —From left to right: Maurice C. Barnett, Mariel O. Hansen, Margaret Anderson, W. E. Thorpe, Udell Christiansen, W. Lee Hall, Royal Whitlock. STUDENT COUNCIL: Kathleen Tuttle, Glen Allred, Helen Peacock, Jimmy Gillespie, Jerry Brown, Bruce Peacock, Richard Wheatly, Lola Vest, Douglas Lund, Verla Taylor, LaRue Hougaard, Douglas Garbe, Doris Anderson, Richard Anderson, Ann Shand, Del Rowe. -8- OFFICERS: Richard Anderson, President. Doris Anderson, Vice-President Ann Shand, Secretary. Douglas Garbe, Treasurer. Student Body Officers FRIENDLY and EFFICIENT Four dependable, cooperative, and friendly directors who made sure that the M.H.S. Review functioned smoothly were our studentbody officers, Richard, Doris, Ann, and Douqlas. This foursome had placed on their shoulders the important responsibilities of managing student activities. -10- OUR BUSINESS IS SHOW BUSINESS IN THE M.H.S. REVIEW THAT CERTAIN FEELING WHEN YOU ARE STEALING AN EXTRA BOW. THERE CAST ARE NO PEOPLE LIKE SHOW PEOPLE THEY SING WHEN THEY RE LOW STILL THEY WOULDN'T CHANGE IT FOR ANOTHER ROLE, SO LETS GO ON WITH THE SHOW. As the Curtain parts we see the . . . Putting on the grand finale of their High school role, the Seniors are applying finishing touches to the last act. Now only the memories remain of smelling greasepaint, falling props and the glare of the footlights as they recall class activities and accomplishments the past four years. Many happy moments were spent rehearsing and polishing lines or mastering features in the science, English, business, history, agriculture and home- making departments, but all their efforts and hopes for success made drama and comedy the spirit of high school life. Donning their caps and gowns, they are practicing that final scene before the curtain falls — These are the seniors of our school. They have played a noble part in our Review. They are our stars. -12- In Memoriam of Janet Lee Dyreng She passed this way. And in her part was gentleness As from the heart. She spoke her lines And played her role As if she knew Heaven was her goal. And the closing curtain only means She now is playing greater scenes. -13- Carolyn Anderson Are You Teasing Me There's never a dull moment when She's around Doris Anderson Easy On The Eyes This cute little gal is everyone's pal. Richard Anderson - My Silent Love A very capable and likable Student Body President. Robert Anderson A Sinner Kissed An Angel A first class flirt — a Wolf! William Anderson Take Me Out To The Ball Game His favorite pastime — sports and politics. Kenna Rae Armstrong Wish You Were Here Efficient Editor of High Life. Nedra Armstrong Don't Stay Away I'm waiting . . . waiting for a man to come along. Gail Bartholomew South What's the south got . . . I wonder? Nancy Kay Barton Undecided What do I do now? Robert Bessy Wild Side of Life The happiest and friendliest kid in school. Bruce Bown Never Been Kissed Cheerful and gay he is all through the long days. Shirleen Braithwaite I Surrender Dear This little gal is really going places. Kenley Christiansen If You Knew Susie It's too bad we all don't know Susie like he knows Susie. Von O. Christiansen There's No Business Like Show Business A favorite guy of Manti High. Merrill Cox 'Tm Never Satisfied His main trouble is women. Odell Funk I'm Falling In Love With Someone Today . . . Working at Sorenson's Garage. To- morrow . . . part owner of Sorenson's Garage. Jimmy Gillespie You'll Never Get Away Mayfield Here I come. Carolyn Hofer Beautiful, Beautiful Brown Eyes The girl with a mind of her own. LaVar Hansen I'm Sittin' on Top of The World. A regular sort of guy. Roger Kay Hansen You Win Again I'll never go wrong . . . unless! Phillip Hansen Cold, Cold Heart Come on girls, give him a break. -16- Richard Jensen Oh For the Life of A Farmer His interest lies in Ephraim. Roger Jensen Down Yonder Tall, blonde and interesting. John Lowry Ding Dong Bells Every time I get in my Chev, it heads toward Mayfield. Lenis Larsen Someday She's waiting for her man in silence. Shirley Lund After Graduation Day I'm going to leave and search for something better. — 17— Gary Madsen Show Me The Way to Go Home His favorite sport is hunting. Lee Madsen You Red Head The most generous and courteous boy in the Senior class. Bill Parry Cement Mixer For him to be an A student . . . easy. Pauline Parry Music, Music, Music She's not only talented at the piano. Helen Peacock Sinner or Saint M. H. S. Sweetheart -18- Dale Peterson Nature Boy Come on kid, give the girls a chance. Caroline Peterson Comes Along A Love' Her heart lies in Vernal with a certain boy. Reed Peterson Make Believe Let's see, what's storming up North? Leon Peterson I Was a Bashful Kid' Ephraim has the best girls around. Eugene Scow Remember Me Those Freshie girls sure are pests. Pauline Shomaker At Last She has found her man for sure. Sharon Sorenson Oh, Johnny I'm sleepy and I don't know why. -19- Reid Sorsenson Hey Hey Good Lookin' What have I got that the girls like so well? John Lee Stenburg Just One More Chance Mayfield's bundle of personality. Verna Steck Congratulations A girls best friend is a diamond. Billy Thomas My Buddy Deon and I are the best of friends. -20- Lola Vest There's Been a Change in Me You don't know, do you? Marilyn Whitlock Can't Help Lovin' That Man. Makes friends easily and keeps them. Don Petty Lady's Man This guy really gets around with the girls for being so bashful. Last Will and Testament We, the Senior Class of 1953 being of sound and disposing minds, and of an age which we will not divulge, do hereby declare this our last Will and Testament: CAROLYN ANDERSON leaves her silly giggle and wardrobe of Jantzen specials to any one lucky girl. RICHARD ANDERSON leaves the ability of being Stu- dent Body President to someone with more than 24 hours in a day. ROBERT ANDERSON leaves his flirting and wolfish whistle to Richard Kjar. WILLIAM ANDERSON leaves his political views to Ted Carpenter. KENNA RAE ARMSTRONG leaves her ink, paper, glue and troubles to next year's paper staff. NEDRA ARMSTRONG is debating whether to leave or stay. GAIL BARTHOLOMEW leaves his car with those girls who miss the bus every night. NANCY KAY BARTON leaves her talent in the soprano section to Joyce Alder. ROBERT BESSY wills his quiet ways to Tommy Hoggan. BRUCE BOWN leaves his sense of humor to all those who are lacking it. SHIRLENE BRAITHWAITE wills to all students in the High School a reserved seat in the theatre. KENLEY CHRISTIANSEN leaves his curving ability in baseball to Del Rowe. VON CHRISTIANSEN leaves his good study habits and excellent marks to everyone in the High School. MERRILL COX leaves his many school offices and his way with the women to the Sophomore boys. ODELL FUNK leaves ... in search of a way to Gunnison. JIMMY GILLESPIE leaves his acting and speaking a- bility to the Dramatics class. CAROLYN HOFER wills her cheer leading ability to anyone who can use their lungs as well as she can. LAVAR HANSEN wills his Chev. and crew haircuts to all the bull dogs. ROGER KAY HANSEN leaves his basketball ability to next year's team. PHILLIP HANSEN wills his quiet ways and shyness to the Faculty of M. H. S. RICHARD JENSEN leaves his deisel trucks to the Manti Seminary. ROGER JENSEN wills his height to Neil Hall. DON PETTY donates to M.H.S. enough lumber to build a new one. JANET JOHNSON bequeaths her daintiness and her technique in art work to Marilyn Munk. DORIS ANDERSON leaves the Junior boys in tears and all her fond memories with them. Witnessed through sorrowful tears BRUCE KJAR leaves his pleasant smile to next year's American Problems class. LENIS LARSEN leaves a lot of sisterly advice to Sandra. JOHN LOWRY leaves his steer raising technique to Karalyn Christiansen. SHIRLEY LUND wills her look of innocence to the Junior girls. GARY MADSEN leaves his blonde hair formula to Shirlene Tucker. LEE MADSEN wills his good manners and personality to the entire school. JANICE DEE NEILSON wills her dance steps to all those who like to Boogie Woogie . DEON OLSEN leaves his seat on the bus to anyone who can get it. BILL PARRY leaves happily, but his brains are left to Beven. PAULINE PARRY leaves all her many talents to the M.H.S. personnel. HELEN PEACOCK leaves her executive ability to any student willing to be next years Senior president. DALE PETERSON wills the road to Ephraim to Doug- las Garbe. CAROLINE PETERSON wills her place as Pep Club president to anyone with courage. REED PETERSON wills his good nature to anyone who is sad. LEON PETERSON wills his blushing ability to Mr. Howell. EUGENE SCOW wills his deep voice to the bass section in chorus. PAULINE SHOMAKER leaves with memories and hopes of a happy future. SHARON SORENSEN gives her day dreams to the Arts and Crafts class. REID SORENSON gives his popularity with the girls to the boys. JOHN LEE STENBURG wills all his good times to all those who have troubles. VERNA STECK leaves her talent as an orator to Del Ray Miller. BILLY THOMAS wills all his cowboy songs to Clint, Texas. LOLA VEST leaves a locker full of junk to anyone who has courage to open it. MARILYN WHITLOCK wills her ability of playing popular music to Reva Hatch. on April 1, 1953, by the Senior Class. -21- Into the Spotlight step the . . Donna Swallow Vice President Glen Allred President Neil Domgaard Secretary The outstanding achievements the Juniors have attained this year have given them honors unexcelled by previous performers. Full of enthusiasm and life they spoke such memorable lines as the Junior Prom and Junior Assembly. As true Thespians they exercised every ability and talent at their command and so were awarded the merits of scholastic achievement. Another award for superior showmanship awaits them. They will be next year's Seniors, the stars of another AA. H. S. Review. -22- Joyce J. Alder Clever and charming, a trap she set; we opened our eyes, there was Lyle in the net. Glen Allred 'The shortest way to a woman's heart, is to keep her guessing. Rita Bench I want some huggin' an' some squeezin' an' some stuff like that there. Grant Bach To him — The distinction of being the best mannered boy in the Junior class. Karalyn Christiansen Ma, he's makin' eyes at me. Larry Bessey The world was made to have a good time in. Margie Dennison Ambition — To find a man as fast as I can. Larry Christensen Let's take the long way home. -23- Lila Mae Funk Her smiles a million fold. Neil Domgard He shines at night! Phyllis Funk My sugar is so refined. Herman Frandsen Ambition— Selling new Hudsons. -24- Diane Hougaard My favorite letters of the alphabet are M. L. M. James Hoggan Just one swell fellow. J Betty Louise Hansen A girl who can smile, is a girl worth while. Douglas Garbe Ambition —Prove the theory, Love makes the world go round. Doris Hansen Cuddle up a little closer. Ted Carpenter Interest — Getting a DEAR. LaRue Hougaard Love is where you find it. Thomas Hoggan Do unto others before they do unto you. Joyce Jeffries I believe in laughing and loving. Paul Miller Have fun today for tomorrow there may be examinations. Esther Jensen I'm alone, 'till Art comes flying home. Richard Kjar A little winking can be a dangerous thing. -25- Joyce Johnson A warm sunny day is reflected in her disposition. Del Ray Miller I don't tell everything I know. LaRene King Puppy love is a dog now. Leon Miller Watch my dust. Karma Jean Christensen There's none but you. Future: Becoming Mrs. . Bevan Parry I know a little bit about a lot of things. -26- Leona Larsen Your gal, my pal. Del Rowe Del is very fond of school, he likes his books and classes, but more than this he loves the bliss of moonlight and of lasses. Ethel Jorgenson My special dish — BOYS. Morrell Snow Life is love, basketball, and girls. Virginia Larsen Interest — I'm going to major in flirting. Reed Scow Which one shall I step tonight?' Betty McCaffery Short and sweet. Raymond Jensen Doctor, lawyer, not for me, the best darn farmer in the state I'll be. Anna Mae Merriam I've got a strange click-clack in the back of my sacriolac. Mark Torgenson My hobby is following other peoples' examples. -27- Marilyn Munk She knows her P's and Q's. Peggy Ottosen I love life, and I want to live. Ann Shand She has every wolf howling at her heels. Donna Swallow Redhead, Oh you beautiful redhead. Shirlene Tucker A vivacious bundle of fireworks and fun. Marcia Tuttle She's working on a new love theory. Ann Keller Man is my hobby, bless him. w -28- I 1 A Round of applause greets the . . . Sophomores — second year troupers in the AA.H.S. Review, were an energetic happy class, full of self assurance and big ideas. Their unity has set an example for other cast members; and many promising actors have been spotted in the group. The Sophomore Swing and Class Assembly scenes were great. They studied very diligently on the script, learning well their lines, ques, entries and exits as they ventured more confident onto the stage of High School Life. -29- Vee Adams He's back to bring us some Emery school spirit. Phyllis Anderson This gal's talent is making people feel wanted and needed. LaRee Anderson A friend to everyone. Suzanne Armstrong Lovely to look at, and delightful to know. Thomas Boyington Someday he'll learn to roll up the streets of Manti. Anita Campbell This gal from Sterling is really the life of any party. Clair Christiansen His pleasant smile brightens up each day. Sherrol Christiansen Her sense of humor is contagious. Alma Carlisle A man of the world. Maurine Cheney Short, but enough personality for a person twice her size. -30- Jimmie Daugherty Denver's brainy contribution to the Sophomore class. Darlene Denison Who said good looking girls can be found only in the city? Richard Funk A small town boy someday to become a city man. Neil Hall His wit brightens many a dull moment. Dee Ann Hansen She is quick to please. Pauline Hansen This sweet gal refuses to dislike anyone. Fay Denison Seen but seldom heard. Sharon Denison Sweet and Lovely Reva Hatch , A pretty blond with talent to spare. Carl Hansen You need only to know him to like him. -31- Richard Lee Heath His heart leads him to Gunnison. Dick Jensen His most ardent fans are the Freshman girls. Grant Johnson I hate women and I'm glad I hate 'em, 'cause if I didn't hate 'em I'd like 'em, and I hate 'em. Philip Johnson A red-head who has a way with the girls. Gary Larsen An artist in many useful and entertaining ways. Laurence Larsen A pleasant, helpful person is he. Merle Larsen Her honesty makes many friends for her. Arlo Larson His friendly manner makes him irresistable. Douglas Larson He's doing all right for himself in all respects. Douglas Lund Pleasingly shy and very happy. -32- Gerald Madsen A happy, carefree guy is he. Jean Ann Maxwell This sweet little gal spreads sunshine wherever she goes. Bruce Peacock Let's be buddies?' Maurine Peterson The girl who can smile is the one who's worth while. Stanford Peterson A likeable guy who has many friends. Keith Sorenson Why do we hafta go ta school? -33 Ted Maylett Books interest him more than girls. Dean Otten The strong, silent type. Mona Lou Peterson Her size is no handicap whatsoever. Ruth Elaine Peterson Men, they're all my type! Verla Taylor She has a good word for everyone Ronald Thompson He isn't so shy as he seems. Larry Whitlock He hasn't much use for women, but likes to have them around just the same. Wesley Whitlock He can't keep the girls away. « Maynard Stenberg Tall, good-looking, with curly hair. What more could a girl ask for? John Allen Stevens He's the sweet dream of every athletic coach. Verene Torgerson She has plenty of time for one more laugh. Don Lewis Voorhees Gunnison has ceased to interest him. Bill Willden He takes things in their course. Marianna Willden The pride and joy of Mr. Braithwaite's algebra class. -34- Darlene Jones Her interests point to Mt. Pleasant. Lola Anderson A brain in bookkeeping. OUR LITTLE TEMPLARS Grant Mogle Douglas Lund Wesley Whitlock Don Lewis Voorhees Tom Anderson Clair Christiansen Arlo Larson Philip Johnson Douglas Larson Roland Thompson Maynard Stenberg Coach Goodwin Bruce Peacock Richard Wheatley Jake Keller Carl Hansen Victory Victory that's our cry V-l-C-T-O-R-Y are we with you well I guess come on team of M.H.S. Sophomore Cheerleaders Pauline Hansen Darlene Denison Sherrol Christiansen WITH A BIT OF STAGE FRIGHT APPEAR THE . . OFFICERS: Jerry Brown President Joann Gisseman Vice-President Audrey Hansen Secretary Some people say that life begins at forty, but our enthusiastic freshmen have proved this old saying to be very wrong. To them life began when they registered for high school. These admirable students have brought new life into the ever changing drama of school. They are reading and studying the script of life carefully and thoroughly in preparation for the final and exciting drama we call life. As the script unfolds, they find many things have changed. They are no longer little girls wearing pigtails and short dresses, and mothering a doll, nor Tom Sawyer's playing hooky on a summery day, but adults — grown-ups — each left to work out his future by his own methods, and final preparations for it are taking place here. They are now making ready for the drama of life, to which we wish them every possible success. -36- I Thomas Anderson Curly A witty reply on the end of his tongue. Lee Anderson It's easy to tell who's the apple of his eye. Verna Braithwaite A wonderful person to know. Richard Boyington Rich This outfit of clothes set me back plenty. Glen Brown Bert One boy in the High School who likes the marshal. Jerry Brown A little of this and a little of that mixed together makes a swell guy. Boyd Braithwaite I'll never shoot my foot again. Lee Brox There's just one girl in his life. Donald Anderson Duck The turkeys and me and the jeep makes three. Merilyn Anderson Pose A whiz at English. -37- Audrey Hansen A natural born athlete with personality to boot. Jo Ann Hill A gal that's friendly towards everyone. Sandra Christiansen Just give me Jake and I'll be satisfied. Ronald Campa Campa A guy with wide interests. Eugene Funk Huey Tall, handsome, and what a physique! Valene Frandsen Muscles She's bashful ... or is she? Clara Garbe Clarabelle She has a cheerful word for everyone. Dale Christiansen She believes in love at first sight. Gwenath Draper I can't wait until I get to Salt Lake and George C. Loretta Good Can I help it if the boys won't leave me alone? -38- George Jeffries The life of the party Maynard Jensen The strong silent type. Jacob Keller Jake Sandra is his Juliet David Kjar Dave A brilliant boy. Vera Larsen Little Ave She and her secret love. Sandra Larsen Always ready to try anything anytime. Romona Jensen Sweetness in a small package Norma Johnson Bunny Not all good things are big things. Dean Kjar Buzz He's a big boy now! Barbara Larsen The world is O. K., but I love to cuss it. —39— Kent Olsen The latest brainstorm of the Freshman Class. Afton Peacock A studious wonder. Ray Miller Big Fly's little Fly Grant Mogle Moge The girls are getting dumber and I'm getting smarter. Bonnie Jean Pederson Sometimes slow, sometimes snappy, but most of the time just plain happy. Carolyn Reid Pellets Ask Pellets she knows. -40- Faye Scow Experience is the best teacher. Kathryn Smith An intelligent, cooperative, and friendly sort of person. Carl Sorensen I'm looking for the right girl. Carol Jean Tuttle Genius Likes anyone with a Buickl Sheryl Lee Whitlock Liked by everyone that knows her. Alice Wintch Somebody really nice to know. ♦ Janet Shand This kid has talent Merlene Steck Mert Bubbling over with happiness Kathleen Tuttle Kay She and her love life Jimmy Tatton James Good for a $buck any ole time. -41- Richard Wheatly Wheaties A sports champion Ray Whiting A good natured guy. Jack Wilden I have a new dream for today La Rue Zwahlen This gal has a brain and uses it. Joan Gisseman A cute newcomer to the Freshman Class Douglas Bjeeregaard I may be shy but don't underestimate me. Connie De Mill Personality plus. Sheldon Thomas Oh what smiles. The Greenies at the mercy of their masters. OUR BUSINESS IS SHOW BUSINESS IN THE M.H.S. REVIEW THAT CERTAIN FEELING WHEN YOU ARE STEALING AN EXTRA BOW. THERE CELEBRITIES ARE NO PEOPLE LIKE SHOW PEOPLE THEY SING WHEN THEY RE LOW STILL THEY WOULDN'T CHANGE IT FOR ANOTHER ROLE. SO LETS GO ON WITH THE SHOW. YEARBOOK STAFF Editors Von O. Christiansen Donna Swallow Class Representatives: Helen Peacock, LaRue Hou- gaard, Suzanne Armstrong, Kathryn Smith. Art Editors: Larry Christensen, Peggy Ottosen. Activity Editors: Diane Hougaard, Reva Hatch. Business Managers: Caroline Peterson, Ronald Campa, Bruce Kjar, Pauline Shoemaker. Advisor George V. Pederson s T A F F A Editors Sherril Christiansen Karma Jean Christensen Helen Peacock Gary Larson LaRee Anderson Suzanne Armstrong Pauline Hansen Betty McCaffery Donna Swallow LaRene King Kenna Rae Armstrong William iAnderson Del Rowe Advisor Demont Howell STAFF lP B. 02oo Guard Forward f Qs Forward Guard TEMPLAR Ephraim ..... (41) Manti (46) Moroni (29) Manti . (15) Manti (51) North Sanpete (36) Manti (48) Gunnison________(59) Manti (44) 'rr - Forward Forward Center Guard Forward Forward Guard ■ ft Coach Center pastry Athletic Manager SCHOOL SONG Oh schoolmates raise the cry That will pierce the blue on high. Three rousing cheers unto our high school. For we never shall forget Nor shall we e'er regret The happy days we spent in Manti High School. M. H. S. Forever Hooray! Hooray! A traitor among us we never shall know. Then happy, happy we, as students e'er can be. Each heart loyal to our High School. Carolyn Hofer Larry Bessey Shirley Lund Gary Larsen Doris Anderson FUTURE FARMERS Manti Chapter of F.F.A. and F.H.A. of America learn to do by doing. The ultimate goal, some phase of agriculture as a vocation, stimulated the boys to study ser- iously about farm management, crops, soils, animals and poultry. The girls domestically inclined, de- siring to design their clothes, or drawn by a yen to satisfy that sweet tooth, registered for homemaking. The year's social activities in- cluded the Sweetheart Ball , the Harvest Ball and the State F.F.A. Convention and Banquet. -49- FFA FHA SWEETHEARTS “■■■■■« - -------- --ii;.:. - z = = = = s = Von O. Christiansen, and Reed Sorenson were chosen Favorite Guys of Manti High with Glen wearing the crown. M. H. S. CHORUS Ellis E. Johnson, Director Pauline Parry, Accompanist -50- Robert Anderson . . . Doctor Bell award. . . . Outstanding player of Region Four. . . . Allstate second team. t. Academy Award winner of the class assemblies were the Sen- iors with their presentation of Himan in Hell''. ob ° O - Aspiring Accountants . . . Lila Mae Funk, William Ander- son, Pauline Shoemaker. Pep Club They cheered our team to victory. Templar Topics cleverly written by LaRene King and William Anderson has made known to our community the day by day activities of Manti High. Representing Manti High at the District Speech Meet in forensic and interpretive events was this group of M.H.S. Students. -51- PROM MISTRESS Diane Hougaard PROM MASTER MoRell Snow Gaiety and glamour amid the sparkle of billowing pastels served as the back- drop for the Juniors crown- ing achievement the Jun- ior Prom” To delightful mu- sic and rhythmic dance step the Juniors waltzed to the captivating theme of Ap- ple Blossom Time. The Junior Prom was made a success through the help of the following people: Dell Rowe, Prom Chairman; Marylin Munk, Decorating; Jimmy Hoggan, Program; Ann Shand, Advertising; Karma Jean Christensen, Finance. -52- OUR BUSINESS IS SHOW BUSINESS IN THE M.H.S. REVIEW EVERYTHING ABOUT IT IS APPEALING. HERE IN MANTI HIGH YOU GET THAT CERTAIN FEELING WHEN YOU ARE STEALING AN EXTRA BOW. THERE PERFORMANCE ARE NO PEOPLE LIKE SHOW PEOPLE THEY SING WHEN THEY RE LOW STILL THEY WOULDN'T CHANGE IT FOR ANOTHER ROLE, SO LETS GO ON WITH THE SHOW. Among the top Fall events was the annual School Hike at Brox's Picnic Grounds. Skits, water fights, laughter, and a good time was the program followed by all. School Daze, school daze, good old fashioned rule days. Class Emblems . . . brilliant, sparkling, and beautiful. Students unable to obtain horses for the horseback ride arrived safe, sound, and dusty riding truckback. -54- Pep Club Initiations — Aspiring prospects looking like what they ain't ; shiny faces all aglow, dressed in topsy turvey clothes; lack of glamour, charm and poise; exploiting nothing which attracts the boys. Loss of feminine courage soon a thing of the past; in candlelight ceremony made full-fledged Peppers at last! The first school dance of the year was the Freshie Hop. Beautiful decorations, to the theme of Blue Tango helped to make this dance a great success. Among the lighter side activities at MHS was the Beard Growing Contest. The competent judges chose Glen Allred and Reed Sorensen as winners. Recalling the Memories of their past school days the Juniors presented a most enjoyable assembly. -55- Battling Old Man Winter's icy grip a group of daring F.F.A. members jubilantly ventured to the mountains for Christmas trees. Far away China Town served as the pleasing backdrop for the Sopho- mores' Swing. Dancing under the artistic decorations provided for the occasion Manti High enjoyed its sec- ond class dance. The first presentation of the Dramatics class was the three-act play Lovely Ladies. The cast included Nedra Armstrong, Karma Jean Christensen, Carolyn Anderson, Verna Stock, Glenna Roberts, Janet John- son, Darlene Jones, Betty McCaffery, Joyce Jefferies, Marilyn Munk and Maurine Cheney. Amid the wonders of a Fall har- vest couples waltzed to the theme of Shine On Harvest Moon at the F.F.A. Harvest Ball. Dancing to the lilting strains of Music Maestro Please Manti High enjoyed the annual Pep Club Formal in the High School Gym. Surrounded by the beauty of dec- orated halls and windows the Christ mas spirit was ush- ered into M. H. S. An extra touch of Yuletide glamour was provided by the lighted and tinseled Christmas tree. -56- W TkM R THE AFFECTED YOUNG LADIES CAST: Du Croisy_______________Von O. Christiansen La Grange ................. Jimmy Gillespie Gorgibus Magnelon Cathos __ Marotte Mascarille Jodelet___ __ Neil Domgaard _______ Nedra Armstrong _____ Karma Christensen Glenna Roberts __________ Larry Bessey _________:_Seven Parry THE MARRIAGE PROPOSAL CAST: Stephan Stephanovitch Tschubukov . Von O. Christiansen Natalia Stepanovna . . . Janet Johnson Ivan Vassiliyitch Lomov . . . Larry Bessey WRITE ME A LOVE SCENE CAST: Gaston Delong_________________Gary Laren Helena ..................... LaRene King Roland Hill Douglas Garbe Harris _______________________ Ann Shand To the magic spell of White Christmas , the Senior Ball was an evening of gaiety and glamor, climaxing the Christmas ac- tivities at Manti High School. -57- Dancing to the music of the Templiers the students of Manti High and North Sanpete en- joyed one of the most outstanding dances of the year. Himan in Hell and his plights while there were cleverly presented by the Seniors on Jan. 21. Gypsy fortune tellers could not have predicted the future quite so skillfully as did the Freshmen in their charming as- sembly A Look into the Future. A. 7=1 Showing the wonders of present day Television the Sophomores brought to us their delightful assembly. February 14 at M.H.S. was brought to a thrilling climax with students combin- ing their talents to give us the seasonal Valentine Assembly. Assemblies, adding spice to our daily routine, provided seriousness, entertainment, laughter and a million happy memories. -59- Like Our Hair Styles? Big Boy Nov Lovely Ladies (Prom of '52) We're Not Ready Morning Glor Ain't Love Grand? Oh Happy Day Hep-two-three School Days Hot Shot N! Ma! They re Making Eyes at Me. Happy Hunters I Like It! Age of Innocence Two by Two A Different Bloom Solitude LflLfc 9 . Siftin' Pretty Who Says I'm Not an Angel Leading the Senior Class with top honors are Von O. Christiansen and Bill Parry. Likable, friendly and efficient President Richard Anderson turns over the duties and responsi- bilities for the school year of '53 and '54 to the new student body officers: Douglas Garbe, Pres.; Ann Shand, Vice-Pres.; Pauline Hansen, Secy.; Alma Carlisle, Treas. Graduation with its achievements and memories of happy days spent at Manti High School and the anticipa- tion of continued accomplishments and joys. The last but not least member of the Senior Class of '53 receives his diploma and joins the class awaiting the last few minutes before their pears at Manti High are completed. $ | rtct 76re A funtime of many laughs and spills was enjoyed by all members of the High Life and Clarion staffs at the Nephi Skating Rink. Another night to be remembered was the M. H. S. Pep Club's annual Girls Day Dance. — The M. H. S. Band under the direction of Keith Stevenson displayed fine marching abil- ity at the Regional Music Fes- tival held at Loa. Determination to do their best on the baseball diamond was the aim of the Manti Templars. The Manti High Track Team capably coached by Glen Goodwin, displayed ability plus determin- ation at the tournament held at Gunnison High. After a day of work, fun and excite- ment the climaxing activity of M Day was the soaking Tug of War. Cleaning the high school is a tradition- al activity for the girls of M. H. S. on M Day. With soap, buckets, rags and water they cheerfully worked. Courtesy of CLYDE GREY JOSTENS AUTREY BROTHERS Class Rings Graduation Announcements Medals, Trophies Diplomas, Caps and Gowns Compliments UTAH IDAHO SCHOOL SUPPLY CO. MANTI THEATRE Salt Lake City, Utah Manager W. W. STEINMENN Shows are Better than Ever 42 WEST SECOND SOUTH Sai,t Lake GityI.Utah SALUTATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1953 from MANTI CITY Congratulations for an especially good year. -64- MANTI CITY BANK 60 years of SAFETY SECURITY SERVICE YOUR ACCOUNT IS WELCOME AT OUR BANK STERLING The people of Sterling appreciate and support Manti High School. ALLEN DAIRY Gunnison, Utah CONGRATULATIONS STANDARD OIL OF CALIFORNIA Dependable Products Grade A Milk R. C. ANDERSON For Home and School Distributor Pasteurized Homogenized Byron Larson John M. Larson Hyrum Olsen Edgar Peterson MAYFIELD LIONS CLUB Udell Christiansen Harold Christiansen Joseph L. Christensen Donald Faatz Angus Hanson Nets Sorenson Clark Wheatley Clyde Whitlock Merrill Whitlock MAYFIELD MAYFIELD is proud to send its students to MANTI HIGH and appreciates the opportunities and friendship given them. -67- These Roads Lead to Better Business. Manti Business Association Jensens' Inc. Manti Home Supply Elliott's Pharmacy Simmons Furniture Hardware Chief Pontiac Co. Temple City Service Bradshaw Auto Parts Bradley's AG Store Manti City Bank LemaKs Cafe Manti Garage Co. Manti Theatre Barton's Grocery Manti Messenger Nell's Motor Anderson Grocery Harold's Cafe Buchanan Mortuary Ladies Style Shop Parry Appliance Harmon's Manti Grocery Stan's Confectionary Manti-Apex Hatchery Karot Kounty Jewelers Stringham Feed Mill Bailey-McCune Co. Manti Lumber Co. Merriam Grocery Manti Motel Cox Bros. Distributors F. S. Carpenter Son Service Cleaners Don's Barber Shop Conoco Service SHOP AT HOME -68- Carlisle Manufacturing Co. Extends Congratulations To The Class of ’53 -70- -71- PROGRAM. September 1 School Begins 12 School Hike School Dance Assembly 18 Freshman Initiations 19 Gunnison at AAanti (Baseball) 23 Ephraim at Manti Baseball) 26 Assembly 27 Horseback Ride 29 Pep Club Elections Lyceum October 3 Harvest Ball 6-7 Testing Program 8 Seminary Hay Ride 13 Show at'Theatre 17 Deer Hunt Assembly 24 Pep Club Initiations 28 Lyceum 29 Seminary Party 31 School Assembly Freshie Hop November 7 Junior Assembly 11 Armistice Day Program 12 Seminary Party 14 Pep Club Formal 17 Lyceum 19 Junior Class Party 21 Loud Stocking Dance 24 Student Council Party 26 Springville at Manti (Basketball) P.S. 28 Sophomore Swing Marysvale at Manti (Basketball) P.S. December 3 North Emery at Manti (Basketball) P.S. 5 Wayne at Manti (Basketball) P.S. 6 Richfield at Manti (Basketball) P.S. 10-11 Lovely Ladies (Three Act Play) 12 Salina at Manti (Basketball) P.S. 13 Manti at Nephi (Basketball) P.S. 19 Tintic at Manti (Basketball) P.S. Sophomore Assembly 23 Senior Ball Alumni Assembly Manti at Spanish Fork (Basketball) P.S. 30 Alumni Ball January 2 So. Summit at Manti (Basketball) P.S. 6 Assembly 9 Ephraim at Manti (Basketball) 10 Lyceum 13 Assembly 14 Manli vs Uintah (Basketball) P. O. 16 District Speech Mee 8-19-20-21 State Basketball Tournament 24 Assembly 27 Junior Prom 8 Region 4 Speech Meet Manti at tphraim Assembly Basketball) April eshman Assembly 2 Assembly ee One-Act Plays Literary Program for J Mine Assembly Graduates mpete at Mant. ,0 Assemb|y State Speech Meet ' a ce 11 State Speech Meet ' “al Commercial Meet 1. Par,p,rtv 14 Assembly .lass Pa y ]7 Manfi Traveling As- sembly 23-24 Regional Music fa Festival May T ' 2 Regional Track Meet , 8-9 Joan of Arc If (Three Act Play) ' C 15 M-Day 17 Seminary Graduations 20 Senior Program 21 Commencement , Exercises 22 School Closes 16 Picture Show Manti at No. Sanpete (Basketball) 23 Moroni at Manti (Basketball) Senior Assembly Manti at Gunnison 'A fcZSfekJi iv “ ' • LlnN vsT5 .-. sSKsS$