Maur Hill High School - Maurite Yearbook (Atchison, KS)

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Towering inferno burns A six sided bonfire was the end to a fine spirit week. The sophomore class started on the project during the second week of September. With school and other activities, the main part of the work was done on Saturdays and Sundays. The wood was taken from Dan Bromley’s land. Last year the bonfire was burned down early by unknown persons. The sophomores were not going to let this happen again. A tent was set up on the softball field that overlooks the bonfire. The sophomores took turns staying there from Tuesday on. Jonathan Mize, Atchison sophomore, said, “We were prepared. Everyone had baseball bats or some other device to ward off any would be bonfire burners.” The flames were hot and high after Students, alumni, parents, and faculty gathered after the pep rally to watch the bonfire. The bonfire raised many homecoming spirits. Sophomores worked hard this year to make a six sided bonfire. Work was done on weekends and after school to finish the project. Alex Filla stands back after placing his torch into the bonfire. The three senior football captains were given the honors of lighting the bonfire. the three senior football captains ran down the hill with torches ablaze and set fire to the 22 ft. high and 23 ft. wide bonfire. “We were very pleased with the results. I don’t think Father Barnabas was too happy because of the fireworks in the dummy. But, I think it will be remembered,” said Rich Dickason, Atchison, sophomore. The bonfire was supposed to be limited in height to 20 ft. It was a little higher than that and was wider due to the six sided base. After all the work the sophomores put into the project, it seems they would feel disappointed to see it go up in flames. This was not so, Joey Smith, Atchison sophomore, said, “We all worked well together and were happy to see it go up in flames.” (Story by Shawn T. Boos) Kevin Wagner prepares to light the bonfire on Oct. 12. The bonfire capped off spirit week activities. 14 Bonfire

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The no pressure sports Intramurals bring foreign and American students together. Volleyball is a very popular sport at Maur Hill. Mike Langmo sets the ball during an intramural volleyball game as Terry Anderson sets himself for the block. Volleyball games are played every weeknight at 9:00 p.m. With all the varsity sports we have at Maur Hill, what is there for those who don’t particpate in these sports? The answer is intramural sports. Dan Moriarity, Atchison Junior, says, “You can have more fun playing intramural sports than varsity sports because you don’t have the pressure of winning.” The most popular intramural sports are volleyball, which is played in the spring and fall, and basketball, which is played in the winter. Maur Hill also has raquetball, softball, football, and soccer on their intramural roster. The sports allow students to pick their own teams and compete in a league against other teams of students or faculty. “Intramurals are a good way for you and your friends to get together and play on a team just for fun,” said Scott Penning, Atchison Frosh. The team that wins the league receives the famed Maur Hill Intramural T-shirt. The intramural games are of- ficiated by students, who may not make the best calls, but get the job done. Intramurals also give borders something to occupy their free time and give them a chance to get acquainted with day hops. (Story by Greg Herman) Gerardo Bueno, an EFL student, proudly displays a smile for winning the racquetball tournament. The tournament was another intramural event held during the year. Intramurals 13 Photo by Mike

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A weekend to remember Amy Purslow, newly elected Homecoming Queen is congratulated by her father Mike Purslow. Connie Witte and Matt Siebenmorgan show their dancing style at the Homecoming dance. The band at the dance was “RED”. The 1959 graduating class was celebrating its silver jubilee while Maur Hill Prep was celebrating it golden jubilee. Yes, this was a special Homecoming to remember. The Academy was also busy. The second annual Academy Gold Open was once again held at the Pineview Country Club. The Pep Rally on Friday night was the build up to Saturday and all of its activities. Saturday morning the juniors properly dressed the stadium in gold and black wrappings. Class spirit signs were hung at various places around the stadium, all in preparation for the 2 p.m. football game. Amy Purslow, daughter of Mike and Penny Purslow, was crowned Homecoming queen. She was escort- ed by her father, Mike. The Maur Hill-Academy Pep Club once again provided much enthusiasm and cheering. The junior Ravens won 28-15 over Big 7 archrival Hiawatha. The stadium was packed with faithful fans as the Junior Ravens scalped the Redskins. From 8 to 11 p.m. “Red”, a band out of Wichita, provided danceable rock and roll. The dance was held at the American Legion. Nearly 100 couples found their way to the dance. Yes, this proved to be a weekend to remember. (Story by Shawn T. Boos) The newly crowned queen, Amy Purslow, and king, Kevin Wagner, smile for a moment during the dance. Eighty couples attended the dance. The queen and her court are: Janelle Andra, Bui Petijean, Kim Harrington, Amy Purslow, Karen Wilson, and Michelle Scott, Intramural queen. All are shown here enjoying the game from the queen’s platform. Homecoming 15