Meadow Grove High School - Trojan Yearbook (Meadow Grove, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 90 of the 1940 volume:

THE TROJAN STAFF Instructor—Mr. Payne, Dwight Stewart, Willard Lewis, Bob Beech, Bill Moore, David Higbee- Don Wright, Dale Kaufman, Wayne Kers-tine, Carroll Schlueter, Darlyne Schulze, Luella Dearmin- Sara Cunningham, Margaret Terry, Mildred Schilling, Mabel Austin, La Vonne Schulze, Margaret Lewis, Betsy Bess Berg. Editor-in-Chief ...._........Betsy Bess Berg . ,, Darlyn Schulze Ass t. Editors ..............; Donald Wright Book Sales Managers ......... Bill Moore Dave Higbee � ,. ... Mable Austin Activities Editors .......... (Mildred Schilling Society Editors .............]Sara (Luella Dearmin Art Editors .................j Margaret Lewis I Dwight Stewart Sport Editors ............... Dale Kaufman I Lyle Pugh Carroll Schlueter lllelen Lewis Production Managers .........(Donrae Hogsett Leonard Rezac (Doris Carpenter Velma Skeels La Vonne Schulze Typists ......................'Don Larson iDarlene Mahin Gene Harding Willard Lewis Business Managers ...........JWayne Kerstine Bob Beech (Margaret Terry U V DEDICATION There have been many people instrumental in our receiving an education. These dear friends of ours, who have been our guides, our helpers, our companions, and our benefactors, have served us long and well to make our pathway easier and more profitable. Now, at a time when we are ready to graduate from the kind protection offered by our high school days, we may show our gratitude with this dedication w’hich we make with deepest respect and admiration. We dedicate this year book, “The Trojan of 1940,” to our Parents, to our Faculty, and to the School Board. To all of them we give our sincere words of gratitude and appreciation. Our parents have constantly been the guiding media of our lives and have made untold sacrifices which have made possible our graduation. To them we are gratefully indebted. Our faculty, under the direction of Mr. Andrews, has been most patient and mindful of our shortcomings in their efforts to help us. To them we are appreciative. The school board has been most considerate in endeavoring to give us the best of everything possible within their power. For this we thank them. FORWARD When high school days are but a memory, when goals have been realized or have disappeared into the faded past, may this book briig back pleasant thoughts of the hours spent in dear old Meadow Grove High School. Betsy Bess Berg, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF. HANSEN’S BEAUTY AND BARBER SHOP Fred E. Hansen, Prop. NORFOLK’S NEWEST BEAUTY SHOP Completely Remodeled Skilled Operators Individual Styling Every Beauty Service Our Staff— Edna Fischer—Edith Workman 417 Norfolk Avenue (Downstairs) Phone 479 Norfolk, Nebraska —CONGRATULATIONS— TO THE CLASS OF 1940 THE FAIR NORFOLK’S MAKE IT RIGHT STORE C. C. STAHL Blackstone Bldg. Norfolk, Nebraska The new Ford Tractor with finger-tip hydraulic controlled implements will do your farm work faster, better and cheaper than horses— out performing in difficult conditions such as hilly land, small fields, wet lands, hard lands, and fields with obstructions, because of the easy steering and controls. The Ford Tractor is fully equipped with rubber tires, self starter1, power take-off, governor throttle control, Hydraulic system, independent brakes, finders, streamlined radiator grille, ignition clock. CONGRATULATIONS Seniors of ’40 Play Safe! Save Money! Sinclair-ize BOB’S SERVICE STATION Meadow Grove, Nebraska May this opening paragraph serve as an invitation to all rural eighth grade graduates to attend high school. To-day it is necessary to have a high school education in order to meet requirements for practically any job. The benefits derived from four years of training above the eighth grade will prove to be of immeasurable value in years to come. Here are some comments from various members of the senior classes in the past, concerning the value of a high school education: “My high school days were the happiest and most helpful of any that I have spent.” “My high school education has been a most valuable aid to me.” “I urge every boy and girl to have at least a high school education.” To those who are planning to enter high school this fall, we extend a special invitation to consider the merits of the Meadow Grove Public Schools. High scholastic rating—Fine selection of courses—College Preparatory—Commercial—Normal Training—Excellent teaching Corps—The best of instructional material—Unusually broad extra-corricula program—Wholesome and pleasant atmosphere in the school—Physically, morally and mentally clean student body—Fully accredited—Outstanding record of successful graduates—A Board of Education that recognizes the needs of the schools and gives its full cooperation in that direction—A progressive community that takes pride in its school and a school in which the pupil is recognized as an individual and is treated accordingly. A hearty welcome awaits you in Meadow Grove. Avail yourself of a splendid opportunity. Give the school the benefit of any doubt as to your attitude of liking or disliking to attend. You can always drop if you are dissatisfied with the work. But remember, failure to start now probably means the end of your school days. Make your plans now for the fall opening of school at Meadow Grove, September 2, 1940. LOREN P ANDREWS, Superintendent of Schools MEADOW GROVE PUBLIC SCHOOLS “AN INSTITUTION OF DISTINCTION” ) : - XL: V. r. VJJZ. '77 SS rrrrsS7Z7 7 S7rSsS77r7J'S7S7S srfr - S77.JV GENE J. HARDING ■■ LEONARD REZAC ROBERT W BEECH fKmammmmmmmmmmmmmm “ r r r W V W r 'w v � -rrrrrrrr. r rrj 'rr 7.'7ZZ7 ZZ. WILLARD R. LEWIS DWIGHT K. STEWART a r ! In this spring of 1940 we are putting the finishing touches on our house of achievement and knowledge. In the fall of 1936 the foundation of our house of knowledge was laid by thirty-one industrious freshmen guided by Mr. McDermid, the class sponsor and Wayne Kerstine, president; Warren D. Osborne, vice president; and Mildred Schilling, secretary and treasurer. During the year five workers—Carol Burton, Violet and Clarence Dickenson, and La Verne and Bill Boyles—left to help other builders. Leo Pojar joined us near spring. By 1937 work on our house of knowledge was well under way and in this sophomore year we were directed by our sponsor, Mr. Andrews, and our class officers—Wayne Kerstine, president; Mildred Schilling, vice president; and Dale Kaufman, secretary and treasurer. We started our work this year without Dale Matula, Dale Castelton, Maxine Lewis and Warren D. Osborne. Later in the year we lost David Higbee, Warren Dowling, and Leo Pojar but gained Dwight Stewart. This left a total of twenty-one ambitious workers. In our junior year more changes occurred in our midst when La Vonne Schulze, Donrae Hogsett, and Mable Austin entered from Mount Hope and David Higbee returned after a year’s absence. Don Brede-hoft soon took his leave from our jolly party. Among other enjoyments this year we produced our first class play, “There Goes the Bride,” and gave the Seniors a banquet, all of which was sponsored by Miss West and Miss Sieh. Class officers were chosen with Wayne Kerstine as president, Sara Cunningham as vice president, and Mildred Schilling as secretary and treasurer. The fall of 1939 found a group of ambitious but fun-loving workers ready to finish up their high school house of knowledge under the excellent sponsorship of Mr. Payne. We were joined by Velma Skeels and kept our total of twenty-five to the present time. We chose for class officers: Dale Kauman, president; Mildred Schilling, vice president; Wayne Kerstine, secretary and Sara Cunningham, treasurer. Class motto: “Perfect coolness and self-reliance are indispensible accomplishments of a great mind.” Class colors: Blue and Gold. Class flower: Yellow Rose. The senior class play, “The Take-Off,” our pictures, sneak day and all the other activities of graduation are creating a pleasant sense of hurry which we are reluctant to leave. However, we are finishing our high school house of knowledge, thanks to our kindly teachers, parents and the community. We will soon be ready to work on our own house for which only we are responsible. By Mable Austin. OUR COMPLIMENTS TO THE GRADUATES TO THE SUPERINTENDENT TO THE UNDER GRADUATES TO THE PRINCIPAL AND TEACHERS YENTER CASH GROCERY QUALITY IS ECONOMY' We hope that our cooperation has enabled you to enjoy a better Year Book than would otherwise have been possible. CLASS WILL We, the class of 1940, of the M. G. H. S., being in mental and physical soundness do hereby make, publish, and declare this to be our last will and testament: To the Juniors we leave with great solemnity our name of “Seniors.” To the Sophomores accomplishments too numerous to mention. To the Freshmen our dignity and ability to overcome bashfulness. To the faculty our gratitude and appreciation for the knowledge acquired. Mable Austin wills her A plus ability to Cecil White. Bob Beech leaves all blondes and blind dates to Kenneth Galyen providing he falls for them. Betsy Bess Berg wills a wee bit of her shyness and her weakness for good looking sailors to Lo Gene Collins. Doris Carpenter leaves to Dye her blonde curls and great height. Sara Cunningham wills her abilities as a teacher to that promising young school ma’am in the Junior class, Darlyne Schulze. Luella Dearmin wills her bright red fingernail polish and other flash to June McKnight. Gene Harding gives his American Beauty blush plus the old school broom to Marvin Nelson. David Higbee gives up his “Try anything-once” policy including gold fish to Willard Wegner. Donrae Hogsett wills his ability for safe driving to Merlynn Kinne. Dale Kaufman does hereby bequeath his ability of getting to school on time to Libby Rezac. Wayne Kerstine wills his athletic feats, his blonde hair, and his vocal chords to that “He-Man” Freshie, Dean Monson. Don Larson wills his bookkeeping ability to Tim Terry. Helen Lewis leaves her abilities of acting the part of a gossiping old lady to anyone who might need them. Margaret Lewis hereby wills her sense of humor and broad smile to Gene Phillips. Willard Lewis leaves his thoughts for one more year in the High School rooms so that he will be with a certain Junior girl. Darlene Mahin wills her giggles to Dorothy Ferry, fearing the assembly will not be the same without them. Bill Moore wills his dieting schedule to Helen Phillips. Lvle Pugh leaves his ability to sleep during school to Loren Lenz. That hearty laugh of Leonard Rezac is willed to Jean Daniels. Mildred Schilling leaves her blonde beauty to Dolly Lewis. La Vonne Schulze wills her A plus’s and her stack of books to Min-ette Hogsett. Carroll Schlueter surrenders his height to Bob Lewis. Velma Skeels wills her knack of getting “Dad’s” car to Pauline Schilling. That artist, Dwight Stewart, leaves his painting and flirting ability to Dale Inness. Margaret Terry gives her ability to make questionable visits without a blush to La Rue Anstine. In witness thereof we have set our hand and seal of approval at Meadow Grove this thirtieth day of April, 1940. Signed, Senior Class of 1940. X When You Need Money J. A. SCHINCK SON IMPLEMENT CO. ASK FIRST AT YOUR BANK Tractors Trucks Schinck Loaders and Farm Implements THE NATIONAL BANK OF NORFOLK Norfolk, Nebraska Meadow Grove, Nebraska Shoe Repair Service PETRING MOTOR CO Your Ford Dealer” New Cars Used Cars SOMMERFELD SHOE SHOP Norfolk, Nebraska Norfolk, Nebraska ) t. PROPHECY W’’’ Here it is, 1952, and we discover the resting places and working places of the Senior Class of 1940. Mable Austin is still teaching in a rural school trying to teach youngsters to read. Gene Harding is sweeping floors in Willard Lewis’ factory where he manufactures his new steering auto which can be easily handled with one hand. We find that Dave Higbee is the Republican candidate for United States Senator, and is using his High School campaign program. The government isn’t sending Bob Beech to the front, for they think he will have enough war at home. He married Betsy Bess Berg. Bill Moore is still going to college to get his Bachelor’s Degree for he can’t find a girl who is willing to spend all her time in the kitchen making delectable dishes. Donrae Hogsett is a “lineman,” since he had plenty of experience with climbing telephone poles in his High School days. Darlene Mahin is doing secretarial work for a firm in Ohio. Doris Carpenter is in the movies, taking the place of Shirley Temple. Helen and Margaret Lewis, the twins, are married, and each has twin boys. Donald Larson is America’s No. 1 G. Man. He’s searching for Sam Rezac who is charged with hunting snipes out of season. Luella Dearmin is known to be in the midst of many clamoring cannibals in Africa actually converting the natives. Also in Africa are Sara Cunningham and Margaret Terry. Sara is dodging in the deep woods of Africa in search of millers. Her companion is Margaret Terry who is known as the world’s famous animal trainer, but men are her specialty. Dale Kaufman and Wayne Kerstine are singing stars in the Meadow Grove night club. They each must earn a living for their pretty wives. Dwight Stewart draws comic strips for several of the countries leading newspapers but Velma Skeels draws his pay check. Lyle Pugh is still working at the “Cabbage Farm” near Battle Creek and Betty prepares his daily “Corned Beef and Cabbage.” La Vonne Schulze, is a registered nurse in New York, and supplies the daily sustenance for Carroll Schlueter. And so the Senior Class of 1940 has progressed by the magic of “Old Man Time.” CONGRATULATIONS— TO THE CLASS OF 1940 ELMER WERNER STAR CLOTHIERS CLEANERS HARRY VOGT, PROPRIETOR SUITS TAILORED TO MEASURE COMPLETE LINE OF MEN’S FURNISHINGS TILDEN, NEBRASKA We Specialize in Cleaning Fur Coats, Silks, Hats and Knit Wear. 3ZZZZJ A I 1 r' I THE CLASS OF 1940 The sophisticated seniors We will miss them, oh so soon! Happy days are nearly over In our old assembly room. There’s the dark-haired beauty, Austin, Mildred Schilling—blonde and fair, Velma Skeels, who’s never talking, Tooty with her curly hair. As we watch the corpulent “Porky” Strut around the ’sembly room There’s no doubt he’ll still be eating When he’s laid upon his tomb. Luella Dearmin, kind and pious, Willard Lewis, five foot-four, Sara, Rezac, Hogsett, Larson, Dale, the singing troubador. Betsy Berg who’s always busy Running errands early and late, Higbee, who is after Terry Asking “How about a date?” There’s Dwight, the famous artist Picture painting is his whim, Kersey’s hobby is making baskets In good old Meadow Grove’s gym. And La Vonne, the studious senior. Always works and always wins Lyle, Mahin, Beech, Gene, Carroll, Helen and Margaret, the senior twins. Best wishes to the class of ’40, May you win both wealth and fame, For good old Meadow Grove High School May you bless and honor the name. By Darlyne Schulze. ' 7777777777ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ7ZZZ777ZZZZZ7ZZ77ZZ7ZZZZZZZZZZ7,ZZZZZ.ZZZm n- s JUNIOR CLASS 'Ml bST jwu- Dwayne Switzer, Don Wright, Marvin Nelson—Sec. and Treas.; Loren Lenz, Joe Sullivan, Delbert Dearmin, Winton Beech, Woodrow Collins, —Pres.; Alvin Lincke, Laurence Osborn, Merlynn Kinne, Ruth Hor-rocks, June McKnight, Nancy Jo Marts, Helen Phillips, Darlyne Schulze—Vice Pres.; Mildred Kohl, Minette Hogsett, Lorraine Lincke, Bill Boyer; Sponsor—Miss Anderson; Margaret Leiswald, Jean Daniel, Marjorie Munger, Oneita Risor, Ruth Mandel, Barbara Becker, Muriel Hamley, La Vona Croxen; Sponsor—Miss Childs. BURKHARDT’S TOGGERY Norfolk’s Headquarters for Good Clothing and Furnishings At FAIR PRICES Norfolk, Nebraska See Us For Seeds And Feeds CARBERRY SEED COMPANY 109 North 4th St. Norfolk, Nebraska CONGRATULATIONS— CLASS OF 1940 Complete Service Shoe Rebuilding Shoe Shining IDEAL SHOE SERVICE Phone 429W 302 Norfolk Avenue 105 North Fourth Street Norfolk, Nebraska JUNIOR CLASS HISTORY In the fall of 1937, twenty-seven timid students ventured into the ordeal of securing a high school education at the Meadow Grove Schools. In the course of the years we lost Martha Scott and Vernon Williams, who sought other institutions of learning. We gained Nancy Jo Marts which made a total class of twenty-six. Our sponsor was Mr. Quiller and class officers were: Don Wright, president; Lawrence Osborn, vice president; Jean Daniel, secretary; and Delbert Dearmin, treasurer. During the summer following our freshman year, Randall Collins moved to Lincoln and Zollie Halsey turned aside from the rough road of knowledge-gaining. Mr. Andrews, our sponsor, was aided by Lawrence Osborn as president, Merlynn Kinne as vice-president, and Joe Sullivan on double duty as secretary and treasurer. At the close of our sophomore year we numbered twenty-four, having exchanged Maxine Meyers, who discontinued her schooling, for Wayne Kaspar from South Dakota. At the dawning of our joyous junior year we found six new-comers to total our class at thirty. Mount Hope produced five: namely, Marvin Nelson, Minette Hogsett, Loren Lenz, Dwayne Switzer and Darlyne Schulze; John Boyles joined us from Norfolk. Under the apt directing of our class sponsors, Miss Anderson and Miss Childs, we presented our first class play, “Aunt Tillie Goes to Town.” Class officers were: Woodrow Collins, president; Darlyne Schulze, vice president; Marvin Nelson, secretaiy and treasurer. Shortly after the opening of school, Wayne Kasper left us and later, John Boyles departed for other regions. La Vona Croxen joined us from Bloomfield making a class of twenty-nine. We hope to welcome these and more next year as “Sophisticated Seniors of ’41.” The Junior-Senior banquet was beautifully carried out with a Hawaiian theme, and was considered a grand success. By Darlyne Schulze. H. L. KINDRED. M.D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Meadow Grove, Nebraska DR. WALTER H. MINER DR. E. D. McVANEY DENTIST ( DENTIST 0411 Norfolk Avenue | Norfolk, Nebraska Norfolk, Nebraska Office Phone Residence Phone DR. C. E. BUSH 1365 1110J DRS. CURRIER CURRIER CHIROPRACTORS DENTIST 31 Bishop Block Norfolk, Nebraska Tilden, Nebraska DR. F. J. GRIFFIN DR. M. W. HUNT DENTIST DENTIST Tilden, Nebraska Battle Creek, Nebraska DR. HOOPMAN DR. W. C. CRANE DENTIST DENTIST Over Truex Jewelry 307 Madison Avenue 0421 Norfolk Avenue Norfolk, Nebraska Norfolk, Nebraska SOPHOMORE CLASS m Donald Carpenter, Willard Wegner, Jamison Wilson, Tim Terry, Bob Cline, Harold Cornett, Cecil White, Darvin Kohl, Reed Dye; Sponsor— Mr. Andrews; Jean Adams, Fern Duhachek—Sergeant at Arms; Twila Warneke, Letha Buffington, Velma Clemens, Donna Beth Weik—Vice Pres., Lucille Lewis, Dolly Lewis, La Vona Pugh, La Jean Collins, Pauline Schilling—Sec. and Treas.; Eileen Berg—Pres.; Fern Synovec, Libby Rezac and Mary Jane Terry. m n : T- . 407 Norfolk Avenue Norfolk, Nebraska bill McLaughlin Star Clothing Store Norfolk, Nebraska SAFEWAY STORES INC. Norfolk, Nebraska The Bank of Friendly Service THE DE LAY NATIONAL BANK Norfolk, Nebraska J. A. BALLANTYNE FURNITURE RUGS LINOLEUMS STOVES w jy wwwiB SOPHOMORE CLASS HISTORY In the fall of 1938, twenty-seven Freshmen stalked into the assembly with much embarrassment. But they soon overcame this and settled down to the climbing of the ninth step of their education. G. F. Quiller, the class sponsor, took the group to several theater parties and a Senior-Frosh party. The class officers elected were: Willard Wegner—president Timothy Terry—vice president Darvin Kohl—secretary-treasurer Lucille Lewis—sergeant-at-arms These class officers served very satisfactorily in their respective offices and guided the class through their novice year very well. We lost Bill Hash and Donald Zierke from our ranks; but Battle Creek gave us Velma Clements as an addition making our number 26. In the fall of 1939 twenty-five sophomores came straggling into the assembly without a sign of the embarrassment that they had displayed the fatal morning one year previously. Mr. L. P. Andrews, the class sponsor took the group to a theater party at the Tilden Theater which the class thoroughly enjoyed. The class officers elected were: Eileen Berg, president; Donna Weik, vice president; Pauline Schilling, secretary-treasurer; Fern Duhachek, sergeant-at-arms. The class officers fulfilled their required duties and guided the class up another step of the long twelve step ladder. We lest one of the best students from our ranks when Eileen Kasper moved to Norfolk the first week of school, followed by Wayne Sparr who discontinued his schooling, but we were soon joined by the merry jokester, Cecil White, who had been with us previously. The second semester of the last half of our tenth step started with a bang for we were joined by two fellows, Bob Cline of Oakdale and Jay Wilson of Milton, Iowa. They brought our number up to 27 where we strived to keep it but failed for in the month of March, Darrell Skeels and Velma Clements both moved to Battle Creek. This brought our number down to twenty-four. We had several athletes in our midst that displayed their talents on both the first and second team. In our two remaining steps we hope to leave our names as scholastic stars in the Meadow Grove School History. By Donald Carpenter. V r. ’ 0000000000000000000100010000000000000 00000000000000000000000 CONGRATULATIONS— TO THE CLASS OF 1940 WIETING BROTHERS SERVICE STATION Nebraska ■Complete Auto Service- Meadow Grove EVANS DRUGS EXTENDS CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1940 Meadow Grove, Nebraska CONGRATULATIONS— CLASS OF 1940 M. J. THRASHER CHICAGO LUMBER CO. LUMBER, COAL, PAINT, HARDWARE John Deere Tractors, Parts, and Implements PHONE 99 A. P. HARVEY, Mgr. 77 777 ; r7777777 7 7 -777777 Z mmmmmmtamammm ■■■■■ ■■■■■ FRESHMAN CLASS r Bob Lewis, Jack Boyer, Dale Inness, Gene Phillips, Kenneth Galyen, Bob Stewart, Norman Hicks, Dean Monson—Vice Pres.; Sponsor—Mr. Warner, Flora Mae Kerstine, Marilyn McMillan, Evelyn Wilson, Beth-ene Collins, Bernice Weinberger, Virginia Apfel, Betty Lee Hayes, Annie Halsey, Sylvie Rezac, La Rue Anstine, Jeanne Lewis, Dorothy Ferry, Darlene Becker, Patricia Werner, and Jeanette Kinne—Pres. 7 0 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1940 from a FRIEND OMAHA SCHOOL SUPPLY COMPANY “Everything for Schools” Omaha, Nebraska CONGRATULATIONS— FROM HALLEN BEAUTY SHOP 107 South 5th Street Phone 70 Norfolk, Nebraska ’77777777177777777777 77 Sr rrSrrSJ77777-r777777Zr7777rT V ’ 1 FRESHMEN CLASS HISTORY Twenty-four freshmen showed unbelievable intelligence the first day of school except for the last period when they made the blunder of forgetting to go to class. As the first weeks of school went by, some of the class became bolder and started sports and activities such as basketball, physical education, orchestra, operetta and other such activities. About the time they became regular fellows, the high school had an all girl and the all boy party which helped them get acquainted. The boys and girls of the class then got together and discussed a class party which turned out to be a hare and hound chase. In late January they again had another successful party. The class officers, elected at the first of the year, served their post very well. They were: President—Jeanette Kinne, Vice President— Dean Monson, Secretary—Darlene Becker, Treasurer—Patricia Werner. Darlene Becker’s position as Secretary was filled by Patricia Werner at the time Darlene moved to Plainview. During the year we lost, and then gained back, two pupils: Donald Collins, who dropped school at the start of the year and Darlene Becker, who moved away the first part of the second semester. We were, however, happy to welcome an old classmate who moved back, Janice White, and also a newcomer, Evelyn Wilson. The Freshmen Class learned a great deal on the ninth rung of their scholastic ladder and appreciate the efforts of the teachers who helped them. At the closing weeks of school the students of the Freshman class didn’t drop their heads, when coming in the door, but looked straight ahead and you could see that they were proud to be members of the Meadow Grove High School. —By Norman Hicks 1 - (X I r e rnr “GET A DOCTOR” A TELEPHONE SAVES PRECIOUS TIME WHEN EVERY MINUTE COUNTS When there is illness you appreciate a telephone still more MEADOW GROVE TELEPHONE CO. CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 1940 MEADOW GROVE NEWS I d ' 3 Vi BASKETBALL Coach—Mr. Andrews; Reed Dye—Center, Carroll Schlueter—Center, Lawrence Osborn—Forward, Woodrow Collins—Student Manager, Willard Lewis—Guard, Bob Beech—Forward, Lyle Pugh—Guard, Wayne Kerstine—Guard, Dale Kaufman—Guard. SCORES Meadow Grove 12 Petei-sburg 15 Meadow Grove 31 St. Edward 8 Meadow Grove 15 Oakdale 11 Meadow Grove 22 Winside 8 Meadow Grove 11 Oakdale 18 Meadow Grove 16 Madison 8 Meadow Grove 21 Tilden 11 Meadow Grove 27 Clearwater 15 Meadow Grove 15 Neligh 18 Meadow Grove 26 Pierce 16 Meadow Grove 36 Battle Creek 15 Meadow Grove 15 Tilden 17 Meadow Grove 19 Stanton 10 Meadow Grove 23 Battle Creek 5 Total 289 Total 173 The second team was not so fortunate however, winning only 5 out of 13 games. The fellows will possibly be first team men next year and are to be complimented on the outstanding playing this year. r.’TT— Hardware—Paints—Sporting Goods Tires—Auto Supplies —Radios— HUTCHINSON STORE Stop and Shop The Store That Has Everything Northeast Nebraska’s Largest Department Store Norfolk, Nebraska CONGRATULATIONS— To the Members of the Class of 1940 GILLESPIE BROTHERS JEWELERS AND OPTOMETRISTS Headquarters for Properly Fitted Glasses Elgin, Hamilton, Tavannes and Jules Jurgensen Watches 428 Norfolk Avenue Phone 170 Norfolk, Nebraska CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1940 STEFAN COMPANY Leather Goods—Magazines—Confections Novelties—Smokers’ Needs SPORTS The season opened this year with fifteen men out. After several weeks of training and drilling, eight men were picked. These were, Kerstine, Osborn, Beech, Dye, Pugh, Lewis, Schlueter, and Kaufman. Wayng Kerstine—a veteran guard with four years of experience under his belt, proved his mettle and was unanimous choice at the Cornbelt Tournament. He is small but like so much dynamite. His absence will be greatly felt next year. “Red” Osborn—a three year man and a great asset to the Trojans. He scored a total of 109 points this season. He will remain to uphold the honor of good old M. G. next year. Red was also chosen at the cornbelt. Bob Beech—playing his first year on the team, Bob made a very fine showing for himself. He had a deadly hook shot and passes well. Bob will be genuinely missed next year. Reed Dye—although but a Sophomore, Reed was chosen one of the ten best men at the Cornbelt Tournament. Reed is tall, lean, and lanky, but he made a very good showing against more experienced men. Above all he is a fighter. A great deal is expected of him within the next two years. Lyle Pugh—a senior in school and a very fine athlete. Lyle has served two years with the team and turned in many fine performances. Recovery of the ball and deceptive passing were outstanding points in Lyle’s playing. Willard Lewis—although this was his first year on the team, Willard was an exceptional defensive player. His dribbling was an asset to the team and to his natural basket ball ability. Carroll Schlueter—a six foot two, 170 pound, describes Carroll Schlueter on the defense. Carroll did a good job at center and made young Dye look to his laurels. Carroll is a cagey man on the defensive and has a good eye for the basket on the offense. Dale Kaufman—a small senior but an asset to the team. Accurate passing and ball hawking proved his greatest abilities. Next year’s Trojans will miss him. The Trojans got started in the Cornbelt and went the rounds. The final game being against Oakdale, which we won. The boys were pretty proud of that trophy and insisted that it be put up immediately. But they couldn’t have all the luck. They couldn’t seem to really get warmed up in the District and were defeated in the second game by Oakdale. Woodrow Collins acted in the capacity of student manager, (stoog-ie.) Although he received the rough end of things, his good nature and willingness to work made him a great aid to the team. Coach Andrews—To him we owe much for the fine points of the game and high ideals of sportsmanship. For his time and efforts we are indeed appreciative. r. I RAY SEGAR’S Phone 17 Wayne Ice Cream Battle Creek Nebraska Meals and Short Orders C. SPLINTER CONGRATULATIONS Ladies’ and Men’s Tailor and Furrier SENIORS OF 1940 Suits Made To Order Phone 1669 112 South 3rd Street Norfolk, Nebraska A FRIEND When in Norfolk Make VIC’S AUTO CLINIC Your Headquarters Norfolk’s most complete SERVICE GARAGE —Personal Fi'iendly Service— Phone 102 707 Norfolk Ave. Norfolk CONGRATULATIONS— To Senior Class of 1940 from McCALLUM BARBER SHOP LEWIS HATCHERY Quality Baby Chicks Bundy All Electric Incubator MRS. H. B. JOHNSON Dressmaking' Hemstitching Developing Films for 25c 1 Enlargement Free Box 336 Tilden Nebraska Phone 84 Meadow Grove, Nebr. El PHYSICAL EDUCATION Although new in this school, Physical Education proved a favorite. Mr. Payne coached the class and taught them many interesting and, if I might say so, complicated things. The fellows entered in this division were: Woodrow Collins, Marvin Nelson, Tim Terry, Dwayne Switzer, Gene Phillips, Bob Lewis, Donald Carpenter, Dean Monson, Harold Cornett, Bob Stewart, Kenney Galyen, Dale Inness and Loren Lenz. These boys, even though the program was new, learned many things in balance, boxing, and wrestling. There should be quite a future to this kind of sport in school because of the great deal of attention it attracted. The patrons enjoyed performances put on between halves of some of the games almost as much as the game itself. I think Mr. Payne is to be congratulated on the fine performance of his class. The school physical education program also included touch football and kittenball in the fall and baseball in the spring. Several baseball games were scheduled although inclement weather prohibited some games, the sport was very popular. Dale Kaufman. Sports Editor, ■ . 00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000, n CONGRATULATIONS— JAMES CLARK CLASS 1940 FOR FAIR DEALING” FEED—FLOUR j . Highest Prices For Produce i J. W. WARRICK SON Lumber, Grain, Coal Livestock Phone 69 Meadow Grove, Nebraska Meadow Grove, Nebraska BEST WISHES— CONGRATULATIONS— To the Members of the Class of TO THE GRADUATES OF 1940 1940 LEWIS TRANSFER ONEITAS BEAUTY SHOP Meadow Grove, Nebraska “TRUCKERS THAT HAUL” Meadow Grove, Nebraska M M G. A. A. Jean Adams, Jeanette Kinne, Sara Cunningham, Luella Dearmin, Twila Warneke, Darlene Schulze, Mildred Kohl—President; Margaret Lewis, Mildred Schilling—Secretary-Treasurer; Mable Austin, La Vonne Schulze, Darlene Becker, Marilyn McMillan, Fern Duhachek, Patricia Werner, Darlene Makin, Margaret Leiswald, La Vona Pugh, Helen Lewis, Letha Buffington, Eileen Berg, Lo Gene Collins, Margaret Terry, Jeanne Lewis, Miss Childs—Sponsor; Flora Mae Kerstine, Doris Carpenter, Dorothy Ferry, Mary Jane Terry, Evelyn Wilson, Bethene Collins, Oneita Risor, Donna Beth Weik, Lucille Lewis, Muriel Hamley, Pauline Schilling, La Rue Anstine, Dolly Lewis and Jean Daniels—Vice President, not on picture. The purpose of the Girls Athletic Association is to develop sportsmanship, fairness, qualities and characteristics in all sports. Under the sponsorship of Miss Childs, kittenball was played during warm months and volley ball and basketball during cold months. A Hallowe’en party was given by the losers of the kittenball tournament and Play Day at Norfolk was enjoyed by twenty of the members and Miss Childs. w : r 'r77r r7rs7 s sri77r7s zzjrzsijrsj ss ij;jmjT fz zs z 7i vj7 m. r MEADOW GROVE CO-OPERATIVE CREDIT ASSOCIATION Receives Deposits of Members Cashes Checks Writes Insurance Sells Drafts Cost is Only 10c Each Up to $100.00 Meadow Grove, Nebraska FRANK’S Assures You Of LASTING LOVELINESS at a price well within every woman’s reach. Remember, lack of charm is an unnecessary extravagance which no woman can afford. Special Halo, for bab Other Per: 2.50 to D- rv FRANK’S Beauty Shop Granada Building Phone 652 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1940 PILLEY’S Norfolk, Nebraska Pilley’s Prices Please Producers Highest Prices Paid For Eggs—Butter—Poultry ' 'Z lJ! ffi5£B5B5!! S5555 S5 5! S5! S. THE CHALLENGER STAFF Willard Lewis—Editor, Don Wright—Reporter; David Higbee—Reporter; Dale Kaufman—Sport Editor; Wayne Kerstine—Sport Editor; Instructor—Mr. Payne, Eileen Berg—reporter; Mable Austin—reporter; Sara Cunningham—reporter; Darlyne Schulze—Ass’t. Editor; Jeanette Kinne—reporter. The Challenger, the high school paper, took an active part in all school activities in promoting enthusiasm and good will. Many students contributed articles and editorials that reflected ability that might be put to future use. The public was kept informed concerning activities occurring in all of the grades in the system. Li. STYLE SHOP LEADING LADIES READY-TO-WEAR STORE Oxfords Are Glorified This Season Sizes Widths 1 to 10 $5 To $6 A AAA to D We also feature a complete line of novelty shoes for well dressed girls and boys $2.85 to $6.00 MITTLESTAEDT’S BOOTERIE Norfolk, Nebraska SUCCESS WITH GOOD VISION Congratulations to the members of the class of 1940 and wishes for the best of success. PERRIGO OPTICAL CO. 416 Norfolk Avenue Norfolk, Nebraska BATTLE CREEK MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. FIRE, LIGHTNING, WINDSTORM, AND TORNADO INSURANCE CHAS. C. ZIMMERMAN SECRETARY Office Phone 124-02 Res. Phone 124-03 Battle Creek Nebraska The Pep Club again proved itself a success as it has through the past. This year Miss Mabel Childs was sponsor and Ruth Horrocks was chosen as President. Mildred Kohl and Donrae Hogsett were the cheer leaders, a capacity which they filled extremely well. The costumes were very effective this year. They wore scarlet sweaters over white blouses and dark skirts. The girls also wore a white “Trojan” this being the name of the team. The Pep Club plans to organize again next year and have a larger group, although it will be difficult to have a peppier group than this year’s club. The girls sold confections and fruit at the home games and made enough money to help pay transportation to the tournaments. The Pep Club appreciates the patronage rendered by the community at all the games. We hope next year’s basketball team has the success it has had this year and that the Pep Club keeps up its “good work.” Dwayne Switzer, Bill Moore, David Higbee, Ruth Horrocks—Pres.; Jean Daniels—Vice Pres.; Velma Skeels, June McKnight, Minette Hogsett, Muriel Hamley, Margaret Leiswald, Instructor—Miss Childs; Onita Risor, Letha Buffington, Darlyne Schulze, Fern Duhachek, Lu-ella Dearmin, La Vona Pugh, La Jean Collins, Lucille Lewis, Donna Beth Weik, Donrae Hogsett—Cheer leader; Doris Carpenter, Dorothy Ferry, Betsy Bess Berg—Treasurer; Helen Phillips, Eileen Berg, La Rue Anstine, Jean Lewis, Marilyn McMillan, Mildred Kohl—Cheer leader. Meadow Grove, Nebraska EXTENDS CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1940 Small dainty, accurate — the 17 f w«t Balova “Elizabeth repre sent the groofeit wotch value In A COMPLETE SELECTION OF GIFTS THE GRADUATES WANT FROM 50c UP WETZEL PUTTER Incorporated ‘Jewelers for Northeast Nebraska Norfolk, Nebraska We Invite Divided Payments! LEWIS GROCERY WETZEL PUTTERS for the GRADUATE DRAMATICS Sponsor—Miss Anderson, Letha Buffington, Dave Higbee, Mildred Kohl, Darlene Becker, Flora Mae Kerstine, Barbara Becker and Twila Warneke. The Dramatics club was again re-organized this year under the able guidance of Miss Anderson. Those participating in the local contest held February 27, 1940 were: Humorous—Twila Warneke who received first place, Dave Higbee who received second place and Flora Mae Kerstine. Dramatic—Letha Buffington who received first, Barbara Becker who received second, Mildred Kohl and Darlene Becker. The winners of the local contest went to Wayne April 5, 1940 where Twila Warneke gave her humorous reading, “Mrs. Schnicklefritz and the Four O’Clock Train’’ and received the rating of “good” and Letha Buffington gave her dramatic reading, “Silver Lining” and received the rating of “excellent.” The organization has helped the students to have confidence when speaking before public gatherings. Much good luck and no stage fright to those high school students who participate in this activity in the coming years. z I El GIRLS’ GLEE CLUB Darlene Becker, Letha Buffington, Eileen Berg, Lo Gene Collins, Muriel Hamley, Nancy Jo Marts, Minette Hogsett, June McKnight, Bethene Collins, Patricia Werner, Jeanette Kinne, Mildred Schilling, Sara Cunningham, Fern Duhachek; Instructor—Miss Misfeldt, Flora Mae Kerstine, Pauline Schilling, La Rue Anstine, Donna Beth Weik, Jean Lewis, La Vona Pugh, Barbara Becker. The Glee Club was organized this year under the direction of Miss Misfeldt. The operetta, “The Toreadors,” was sponsored by Miss Grabenkamp and was one of the high lights of the year. The Glee Club had a local elimination contest in which Barbara Becker, Muriel Hamley, Donna Beth Weik, Wayne Kerstine, Lawrence Osborn, and Dale Kaufman were chosen to represent Meadow Grove at the district contest. Lawrence Osborn received the rating of “Superior.” Donna Beth Weik, Wayne Kerstine, and Dale Kanfman received “Excellent.” Barbara Becker and Muriel Hamley received “Good.” The Glee Club wore similiar garments and presented a fine looking group. They received the rating of “Good.” The Girls’ Sextette composed of Muriel Hamley, Donna Beth Weik, Pauline Schilling, Lucille Lewis, Minette Hogsett and Mildred Schilling, received the rating of “Average.” Meadow Grove was well represented and the contestants are to be complimented for their fine performances. r � •; :r J' . 'vfrir il v, I ORCHESTRA Winton Beech, clarinet; Bill Boyer, cornet; Jack Boyer, cornet; Leonard Rezac, cornet; Don Larson, trombone; Director, Mr. Warner; Joe Sullivan, trombone; Donna Beth Weik, drums; Norman Hicks, drums; Rattyann Kahler, violin; Willard Wegner, violin; June McKnight, piano (Not in picture—Dorothy Jean Ballard, cornet; Myra Mae Hau-ge, cornet; Donald Ballard, baritone.) The orchestra, under the direction of Mr. Warner, played for the major school activities. There are many promising musicians in this group. BOYS’ OCTET Director—Miss Misfeldt, Dale Kaufman, Don Hogsett, Harold Cornett, Bob Beech, Dwayne Switzer, Laurence Osborn, Wayne Kerstine, Bob Lewis, Miss Grabenkamp—accompanist (not on picture.) The Boy’s Octet, which was a selected group, was organized under the direction of Miss Misfeldt aided by Miss Grabenkamp. The boys have brought pleasure to many audiences by singing at Sorosis, Ladies’ Aid and other community affairs. Some of their favorite songs are: “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad,” “In the Evening by the Moonlight,” “Shine on Harvest Moon,” “Street Urchin’s Medley,” and “Lassie of Mine.” In the contest at Wayne they received a rating of good. Extends congratulations to the THANKS To the Juniors And the Advertisers And Others for their help in putting out this annual. ----THE STAFF The Good Wife is reminding Friend Husband that he is to stop at Bradford’s Produce for those necessary Norco Feeds. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1940 JAMES C. BRADFORD CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1940 MEADOW GROVE POSTAL FORCE H. W. BOTSFORD J. GILBERT WIESE Postmaster Ass’t. Postmaster CONRAD WERNER, JR......... R. F. D. No. 1 FERN L. WILSON .......... R. F. D. No. 2 GEORGE O. HAMLEY ........ R. F. D. No. 3 “United States Mail, Foremost in Public Service, Noble Examplar of Democracy.” THE FARMERS UNION CO-OPERATIVE OIL ASSOCIATION TROJAN SCROLL Sept. 4—School Opens. Sept. 18—Feature of the month, “Tom Thumb Circus.” Oct. 16—Junior Class Play, “Aunt Tillie Goes to Town.” Oct. 23—Misner Players, “Merchant of Venice.” Oct. 26, 27, 28—Teacher’s Institute, Wheel Gee whiz! No school. Nov. 11—Armistice. No vacation. Nov 13—Operetta, “Toredor.” SUCCESS. Nov. 20—Attention all basketeer’s. Nov. 30—Thanksgiving. Somebody is going to get stuffed. Dec. 4—Returning from vacation, “fat.” Dec. 8—Trodden on by Petersburg. Dec. 15—We beat St. Edward. Dec. 19—Oakdale. We won 17 to 11. Dec. 22—School is out for “Christmas” vacation. “Merry Xmas.” Jan. 1—School opens snowy and cold. Jan. 5—Winside and we won. Jan. 12—Taken by Oakdale. Alas! Jan. 16—Defeated Madison for their first time. Jan. 19—That’s the way to take Tilden. Jan. 23—Clearwater under our belt. Jan. 30—We bowed our proud heads to Neligh. Feb. 2—Trimmed Pierce 26 to 16. Feb. 6—Walked on Battle Creek substitute team. Feb. 9—Great balls of fire we’re been beaten by Tilden. Feb. 15-17—Combelt Tournament Champions, Meadow Grove Trojans Feb. 20—Victor over Stanton. A little rough. Feb. 23—Again we triumph over Battle Creek. Feb. 28—Annual pictures and Senior pictures taken by Marcum. Feb. 29—Local Declamatory Contest. March 5—Rural School observed by Normal trainers. March 6—Basketball Tourney—we couldn’t get going. March 14—Local Music Contest Talents uncovered. March 18—Practice teaching in rural schools one whole week. March 25—Sectional Declamatory Contest. April 1—A day for all fools. April 5—District Declamatory Contest. April 11—7th and 8th grade exams. They come from hither and yon. April 12—Senior Class Play, “Take Off” and how! April 16—Neligh Baseball. Postponed. Too rainy. April 19—District Music Contest in which M. G. brought home the bacon. April 26—Oakdale Here. It did rain, no ball game again. April 30—Tilden There. We lost by a wide margin. April 30—Junior-Senior Banquet. In the shade of the palm trees, grass huts, and Hawaiian Music. May 2—Neligh Here. May 3—Sneak Day for the Seniors to Lincoln they go. Some fun! May 10—7th and 8th Grade Exams. May 12—Baccalaureate. May 13—Commencement—Class of 1940, the number of 25, received their key of education. May 17—School is out. Seniors of 1940 say a fare-u-well and happiness with success we wish you all. HESTED STORES COMPANIES 5c,' 10c, 25c and $1.00 Stox-es Meet Your Friends At Hesteds Norfolk, Nebraska BEVERLY’S The Store For Women Norfolk’s Leading Ready To Wear Shop Norfolk, Nebraska ED. V. HULAC CLOTHING CO. THE STORE FOR MEN AND YOUNG MEN OF ALL AGES 423 NORFOLK AVE. NORFOLK ROYAL TIRE SERVICE D. P. (DAVE) LUCE, Mgr. Tractor and Farm Tires Vulcanizing and Radio Repairing United States Rubber Co. Products Wholesale and Retail Norfolk, Nebraska '7777777777777777777777777. PERSONALITIES OF MEADOW GROVE HIGH SCHOOL MOST DIGNIFIED ........ “Flip” Higbee LONLIEST ............. Dwayne Switzer MOST STUDIOUS .......... “Sam” Rezac SKINNIEST ............... Bill Moore MOST HANDSONE BOY..Red “Clark” Osborn JITTER BUG .... Dwight “Tango” Stewart NOISIEST ........... Marjorie Munger MILDEST ........... “Curley” Kerstine ROMEO ................ Willard Lewis JULIET .............. Darlyne Schulze HAPPIEST ................. Bob Beech LAZIEST ................ Mabel Austin ATHLETE ................. Dale Inness FLIRT ............... “Snuffy” Lewis MOST POPULAR ....... Mildred Schilling FUNNIEST ........... “Skeeter” Hicks SCREEN STAR ............. Jean Daniel SONG BIRD ............ Barbara Becker CLUMSIEST ..........-.... Don Hogsett MOST BRILLIANT ....... “Herby Cornett MOST QUARREL- “Mick” Hogsett SOME COUPLE ....... “Pewee” Kaufman TALLEST ................ Dean Monson HEAVYWEIGHT ........... Helen Phillips MOST CHIVALROUS ......... Joe Sullivan PUGILIST ............ Willard Wegner LONG, LEAN and LANKY ... “Pete” DYE BIOLOGIST .............. “Shim” Lenz BOOKKEEPING STAR ...... Winton Beech ROOSEVELT II ......... 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