Mendota High School - Atodnem Yearbook (Mendota, IL)

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lJ1feeD0wn ne to go. . . Motto of J ARIETY is the spice ot lite, say the juniors, and they have really taken it to heart by registering in a wide range ot subjects. lt some time or other you notice a june ior all lull of paint or chalk, don't be frightened, just understand that he is taking art, Future drattsmen took their training in mechanical drawing, where they took up the mastering ot triangles and T squares. Those desiring to become carpenters or Woodworkers took up the nail and hammer in the manual training class. Quite a few junior boys were seen proud- ly taking home their little benches and tables. People might think there is another music room in the school, but it is only the typing class. Yes, they are now typ- ing to music. Some tind that it hasn't helped them very much, for they are found pecking away at their own rate, measures and measures behind. just as contusing as typing was short- hand. To be able to understand those hen-scratches took weeks and weeks ot hard work. The juniors are determined to have at least one good secretary gradf uate from their ranks. The future brokers of Wall Street studied tinance and commerce in eco- nomics class. Family relationships or in other words, how to quarrel at home, was also a part ot the years work, The chemistry class not only scared themselves but also the rest ot the school with their experiments in the laboratory, Fortunately no great explosions occurred although the downstairs classes, especial- ly, did not enjoy the delightful aromas that would silt into their presence trom the lab. The juniors have the right to say they had the smallest class in school, and that was the algebra ll class, composed ol 4 boys They actually looked lost in that big room. English lll was a class which caught all juniors in the claws ot American litera ture. They would worry tor nights about the tests they were going to have. You could hear them mumbling, Lets see, who was that author? or Gosh, do we have to know that, too? lt really wasnt so bad, tor it seems all survived without any ill ettects

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ala Prom CLASS HOMEROOMS MISS DAHL-ADVISOR TOP ROW: D. Didier. I. Finley. D. Bauer, T. Faber. I. Coonen, M. Ehlers, D. Gordon THIRD ROVJ: Miss Dahl. M. Goubeaux. S. Gor- man. W. Engelhrechl. I. Dinges. E. Eichorn. Miss Payne SECOND ROW: N. Blotch, B. Brown, M. Arnette. C. Amiahr. H. DuBois FIRST HOW: M. Bruck. I.. Boris, N. Cummings. E. Bunnell MR. LEWIS-ADVISOR TOP BOW: W. Buck, L. Gray, R. Mecxley. D. Hitchins. R. McConville, W. Munson. I. Keller. Mr. Lewis THIRD HOW: P. Marlin. I.. Headley. I. Nelson. D. Mcxhafley. N. Kettleborough. M. Kreiser SECOND ROW: I. King, D. Marcum, E. Ioerger. D. McConville. M. Hbelzer. M. Iauch FIRST ROW: C. Hoffman, B. Iohnson. N. Mu- thesius. M. Iohnson. G. Larson. D. Morneny MR ROLLINS-ADVISOR TOP ROW: D. Worsley. H. Wood, W. Pedersen. C. Van Etten. R. Roach. G. Stevenson. K. Piller. Mr. Rollins THIRD ROW: M. Wagner. I. Wittman, I. Shang- felt. L. Svendsen. M. Whitmore. A. Hohs. . Zimmerman SECOND ROW: R. Walter. C. Prescott. I. Rod. P. Smith, I. Truckenbrod. B. Roach FIRST ROW: E. Stein. B. Have, C. Pohl. L. Wixom. B. Shoemaker ACK THROUGH the portals of MHS marched the class of 'SU - this time as jaunty juniors. From the first day this aggregation of eager fellows and girls worked toe gether to accomplish any and all undertakings set before them. Their first task, a joint one with the seniors, was the estab- lishment and management of the new broadcasting system. With the aid of their sales, traffic, copy, technician, and an- nouncing committees, the two classes made this public address system a success as well as a tremendous asset to the school and the community. Homecoming time was a gala affair for this class, and they will hold forever in their memories the blood and tears that went into the construction of their float, which was in the form of a shell with a huge star in the background. Homecoming queen was Arlene Rohs, and seated beside her were her ate tendants, Nancy Mathesius and leannine Dunn. This was the year for the selection of a class ring, which is quite a memorable occasion. Many ah's and oh's were heard before the final selection was made, a ring that will help to keep all these memories of school fresh. The juniors were by no means lacking enthusiasm for sports. Their male members Were seen in the ranks of the basketball, football, and track teams. The girls also excelled in the field of athletics. Many a good game was played in GAA by these vibrant misses, who always gave the seniors quite a tussle. The band and other music groups were filled with these busy classmen, into group and solo contest work trooped the happy throng, to bring home ribbons and honors for their school. ln speech and debate Work they were also represented and next year these orators and debators will again be back to strive for higher honors. The class of '50, it seems, was particularly endowed with theatrical abilities, for their play was a huge success and was enjoyed by everyone. The cast, committees, and the director, Mr. Pourchot, must be congratulated for their untiring efforts. And last but certainly not least was the job of arranging the annual prom. The task was a big one, but they handled it with extreme ease and made the event very memorable. Marvin Ehlers as president, Tom Faber as vice-president, and Nancy Blotch as secretary-treasurer, did a fine job. The sponsors were Coach Lewis, Mr. Rollins, Miss Dahl, and Miss Payne. IUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS M. Ehlers. Pres.: N. Blotch. Sec.-Treas.: T. Faber. Vice-pres.

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STANDING: P. Phalon. W. Messmore. C. Prescott. W. Buck. N. Hoover. D. Ionos, Mr. Doonier FIRST ROW: R. Roach. L. McCollum. H. Waller. W. Budcch Ten Boyr u heir Wa to Vzktmjf ROSS-COUNTRY, a new sport instituted last year, was part of the school's athletic program again this year. This sport received enthusiastic support last year and in response to Coach Doenier's call this fall these boys reported for practice: Robert Waller, Bill Buck, Robert Roach, Norman Hoover, Bill Budach, tthese boys comprised the varsityl Charles Prescott, Donald jones, Pat Phalen, and Lee McCollum. Bob Waller was the only returning major letterman and was also selected captain. Cross-country requires rigid conditioning. Daily conditioning is the keynote to success. The first meet was held at Genesee on Oct. 2. The team placed third in the class B schools. Speed Waller placed third among the con- testants. Bill Buck flashed in at ninth. On Oct. 5 the Earlville five defeated the Men- dota thinly clads by a score of 26-29. In cross- country the lowest score wins. Slash Buck placed third, Bob Waller fifth, and Bob Roach sixth. Ottawa was victorious over the Trojans 0 19-36. Bob Waller placed third to head the Trojan attack. During the half of the Sterling-Mendota game Stillman Valley, Earlville, and Mendota engaged in a triangular meet. On the 18th of October the Sterling Warriors and the Men- dota Trojans clashed. The conference cross-country meet was held at Princeton. The Trojans placed third in this meet. The district meet was held at La Salle-Peru on October 30. There the Mendota team placed sixth among the competing teams. 5 w LETTER WINNERS Major Minors Robert Waller Charles Prescott Bill Buck Lee McCollum Norman Hoover Pat Phalen Bob Roach Donald Iones Bill Budach