Minneota High School - Viking Ventures / Minn Hi Ann Yearbook (Minneota, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1968 volume:

7. In August, flood waters of the Chena River in Alaska caused hundreds of millions of dollars m damage. Fif- teen thousand residents of Fairbanks were evacuated. 8. In July. 4.700 Federal troops were called in to suppress rioting in Detroit, Michigan. Many other cities experienced similar riots during 1967. 9. On November 9. following years of preparation and the expenditure of billions of dollars, the first giant Saturn rocket was launched from Cape Kennedy. 10. UCLA's basketball team, featuring 7-foot. 2-inch Lew Alcmdor. was undefeated in 1967 and could con- ceivably set an all time win record during 1968. 11. Secretary Robert C. Weaver looks over a possible solution to part of the pollution problem, a minicar which features a small gasoline-electric engine. 12. In January, a record-smashing 26 inches of snow fell in Chicago in 29 hours and brought the entire area to a virtual standstill for more than a week. 12 DEDICA TED TO YOU The more formal wear in school was the dressier dress with patent leather shoes for girls and plaid blazers, vests, and dress pants for boys as shown by Marlene and Randy. Hairstyles for boys were worn long and short as shown by Jack and Fran. FADS AND The casual school attire for MHS stu- dents was quite varied in color as well as style. Fishnets came on strong in the sweater department for girls as well as boys, such as the one worn by Gladys. How- ever, the popular v-neck was still in for boys as the one Pat wears. Girls dresses were mostly the tent styles like Debi's and Gloria's. Of course, the blazer and skirt worn by Katy never quite loses its appeal. Boys' pants varied from corduroy to the dress pants worn with plaid or plain shirts or blazers. Paul wears a plaid shirt here and Doug his M-Club blazer. Making the scene in the sportswear department for girls were flirt jumpers worn by Nancy and the new mini dress with matching shorts as worn by Cheri. FANCIES Girls hairstyles ranged from very short to very long, versions of which are worn by Becky and Sue. This years most popular winter coats came in the double breasted fashion. Judy wears a navy pea coat and Dori a more dressy corduroy coat with a tie belt at the waist. Mike's coat empha- sizes the formal coat for boys while Steve wears the sporty and well liked hero jacket. 3 Members of the school board who discuss appropriations for the various school departments are from LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Leonard Allen, Mr. Norbert Lanners, Mr. Bernard Tillemans, Mr. Eric Heggeseth, Mr. Kenneth Komplien, Mr. Don Rye, and Mr. Ralph Larson. ADMINISTRATION Busily preparing the faculty notices are our office secretaries Mrs. Blanche Spanton and Mrs. Doris Claeys. Keeping files accurate and in order is only one of the many jobs of MR. OLSON, Principal, and MR. LARSON, Superinten- dent. FACULTY MRS. COONRADT: Jr. High English MISS WOHLHUETER: Speech; Jr. High English MRS. G El WITZ: Sr. High English MR. VAN HEE: Sr. High English MR. PAGEL: English 12; German FACULTY PER ME A TES MR. NOVOTNY: Music MRS. DOYLE: Librarian MRS. VAN VCOREN: Library Secretary; Teacher's Aide MR. BLOMSTER: Jr. High Mathematics MR. VAN VOOREN: Sr. High Mathematics 6 MRS. LIEN: Home Economics 12; Art MR. DOYLE: History 10, 11 MISS JOHNSON: Jr. and Sr. High Social Studies MR. DAHLE: Jr. High Social Studies; Drivers Training MR. KROMMENHOEK: Business Education MISS SCHRADER: Girls Physical Education; Typing MR. YOST: Boys Physical Education; Social Studies 9 KNOWLEDGE MR. LIEN: Industrial Arts; Drivers Training MR. LUNDEEN: Industrial Arts; Jr. High Science MR. STASSEN: Agriculture MR. MILLER: Biology; Life Sciences MISS HAYWARD: Chemistry; Jr. High Mathematics MR. HOMME: Physical Science; Mathematics MISS GIFFORD: Home Economics How to moke Homework UGffitft Balancing an elaborate food budget and preparing nearly 600 meals a day is no easy task; yet, Mrs. Hazel Fried- ricks and her assistants do the job effi- ciently. Efficiency is also the sign of the janitors who release their power on floors, walls, blackboards, and desks to keep our school spic and span at all times. Without the diligent work of our cooks and custodians our school would not run as smoothly as it does. For it is the cooks who soothe the hunger cry of our stomachs, and the custodian's work of picking up after us in the halls that is sometimes taken for granted. We give many thanks to these people for feeding us and being there to do the unexpected tasks of the day as unlocking a locked door or opening a jammed lock- er. Hard and many are the chores of our custodians Jim Atwood, Delmar Friedricks, and Charlie Hebrank. TYPICAL TASKS TAKEN ON EFFICIENTLY Beginning their serving duties for the day are our smiling cooks: Mrs. Gussie Culshaw, Mrs. Luella Matt- son, Mrs. Helen Christianson, and Mrs. Hazel Friedrichs. MARCUS CHRISTIANSON, Pres. PATRICK COEQUYT, Vice Pres. LINETTE OKRINA Sec. GERALD TEICLAND Treas. PAUL LARSON St. Coun. Rep. SUSAN AFDEM DELBERT AHLACHLAGER DONNA BLOMME JUDITH BOERBOOM MARGARET BOERBOOM 10 STEVEN BOERBOOM GREGORY BOT RICHARD BRADLEY EDWARD BURETTA ELAINE BUYSSE NOREEN BUYSSE RICHARD BUYSSE GEORGE CALLENS THOMAS J. CHRISTIANSON JEANENE CLAEYS RANDY DE ROODE JERRY DESMET 12 MICHAEL DE SUTTEI PATRICIA DOMBEK JOAN DOWNING RICHARD DOWNING CHARLES DROWN LINDA ESPING ROBERT FOX FRASER GEIWITZ VICKI GULLICKSON DIANA GUZA MAVIS HANCOCK GARY HART ERIC HEGGESETH KRISTIN HENNEN JANICE HOSECK MICHAEL JASPER SON BRUCE JEREMIASON JOHN JERZAK ARLYCE KAAS ROSE KERN 13 ROBERT J. KILEY ROBERT M. KILEY DENNIS KIMPE BRENDA KRONABETTER WAYNE KRUSE PATRICIA LALEMAN DOUGLAS LANTGEN EDWARD LOZINSKI MARCIA LYNCH ROBERT MOORSE JOHN MORENCY 14 ELAINE MYHRE EVANGELYN NELSON MARJORIE OLAFSON DIANE PANNECK DONALD PETERSON JOANN RIECKE LAWRENCE ROLES MICHAEL RYE DOUGLAS SARAZYN GLORIA SNYDER JOSEPH STANDAERT 15 SHIRLEY STOKS LARRY SUMERFELT DANIEL SUSSNER LINDA SWEDZINSKI PAUL SWEDZINSKI JOHN TELSTE JOHN THOLEN GORDON TIMMERMAN CHERYL TRAEN JAMES VANDE PUTTE 16 DELORES VAN DOR PE CAROL VAN HECKE ROBERT VAN HECKE DENNIS VERSCHELDE EUGENE VERSCHELDE JAMES VLAMINCK MARLENE VLAMINCK PETER VLAMINCK THOMAS VLAMINCK MARY WAMBEKE PATRICK WAMBEKE Although they were wearing their best clothes and smiled at everyone, it was a very solemn occasion for the MHS seniors. May 29, 1968, marked the day that 88 seniors would graduate from MHS. That night the seniors received their di- plomas and each turned to their own way in life. At this time, they had ended their prep- aration for their chosen occupations. Now they actually would begin their lives--walk through the open door” into the future which could hold happiness and success or sorrow. Whatever the future holds for each of the 88 seniors, it is sure that in our modern society of technology, it will be a challenge. A challenge to us whether we are housewives, soldiers, or executives. The success of our lives now is placed on our shoulders, to meet this challenge before us with courage and ed- ucation, or to back away from it and seclude ourselves from our fast moving society. John Telste delivers his Valedictory Address as he outlines the need for people to become personally involved in order to serve others effectively. SENIORS TAKE GIANT Final cap and tassel straightening is done as seniors march to the gym for the start of commencement exercises. 18 Led by Valedictorian John Telste, the seniors begin their march toward the goal they have worked twelve years to obtain—their diplomas. STEP INTO FUTURE Paul Larson delivers his Salutatory Address and in it he urges us to take an active part in the world around us. 19 “ WE HA VE OPENED THE DOOR, THE WORLD LIES BEFORE US” The solemn sound of Pomp and Circumstance rose to a might crescen- do as the Class of '68 was seated in the auditorium for the last time. As each senior in cap and gown went forward to the rostrum to receive his diploma, he was filled with many fond memories of M.H.S. Because of the unusually large size of the class this year, M.H.S. did not have the usual top ten. Instead, a new system was formed, whereby more stu- dents would be eligible for honors. The Valedictorian and Salutatorian were named Very High Honor students, those with a 92 and above average were High Honor, and those with 90 and above were Honor students. Those with High and Very High Honors were, in order of rank: John Telste, Paul Larson, Fraser Geiwitz, Cheri Traen, Eric Heggeseth, Robert M. Kiley, and Marc Christianson. 20 Junior officers busy in their concession stand are Larry Langsweirdt, Mary Rokeh, Lois Josefson, Amy Nomeland, and A1 Geiwitz. The junior year is a time of learning about life and responsibility. This knowl- edge was very important to the juniors of 1968 in attaining their success. The class began an active year by placing first with their Homecoming float for the third consecutive year. The Magazine Drive was also success- ful with the juniors contributing $539.76. Class rings were selected and ordered early in the year. Much to the junior's delight, they received them in February. JUNIORS PASS ANOTHER C. Abels G. Ahern B. Ahlschlager R. Amundson K. Anderson K. Boncquet H. Bottelberghe R. Bottelberghe B. Bourgeois G. Broughton B. Buysse V. Callens D. Claeys M. Claeys N. Claeys F. DeCock D. Dero J. Dero M. DeSmet J. Dombek D. Downing J. Downing D. Drown S. Eischens S. Fier A. Gillund D. Gorecki B. Gossen B. Gossen D. Gossen K. Hammer K. Hennen R. Hettling M. Hovland G. Janssen 22 R. Jeremiason M. Johnson C. Josephson D. Josephson J. Kompelien The juniors, as a tradition, had the responsibility of operating the conces- sion stand at all home football, wres- tling, and basketball games. Concession stands were highly successful and were the major money-making project of the Juniors. The high point of the junior year was the Junior-Senior Prom. Somewhere My Love was chosen as the theme, and with hard work from the juniors, a romantic atmosphere was created for the gala event. MILESTONE TO SUCCESS L. Kopka W. Knise D. Laleman R. Lamphere G. Larson B. Lawrence S. Lein M. Maertens S. Magnuson B. Merritt R. Meulbroeck C. O'Neal S. Orsen L. Pedersen B. Pennings P. Regnier C. Rye J. Schulte C. Sturm T. Sumerfelt S. Swedzinski B. Thostenson J. Tillemans M. Timmerman J. Traen B. Van den Berghe J. Van Moorlchcm P. Van Moorlehem C. Van Overbeke G. Van Uden J. Verschelde B. Wambeke G. Wobbema B. Wyffels G. Yeo 23 Chosing a theme for Freshmen initiation seems to be no problem for the Sophomore officers Tom Nomeland, Janet Christianson, Bill Tillemans, and Rick Kiley. The sophomores broke into senior high with high hopes and great expecta- tions . Their first project was to construct a float for Homecoming. They chose the slogan Leave them Defenseless. Al- though it did not win, it was a great dis- play of sophomore spirit. Another responsibility of the sopho- more class was to initiate the green frosh. This event was rated a success by those who attended. The magazine drive was also a suc- cess for the sophs who turned in $568.95 worth of sales topping all other classes. By now the sophomores are well ac- quainted with what is expected of them and are well on their journey through MHS. SOPHOMORES CONTINUE A. Ahlschlager J. Boerboom S. Boerboom B. Bot R. Bretschneider J. Buysse F. Callens R. Claeys B. De Pestel C. Dero C. Dero S. Dero M. De Sutter V. De Sutter B. Dettman D. DeVlaeminck D. Differding S. Donaldson D. Drown C. Eischens A. Esping D. Fier B. Fox D. Garry W. Geiwitz K. Gillund P. Glasser J. Gossen D. Janssen D. Jelen L. Jeremiason W. Jerzak M. Johnson M. Josephson V. Kaas 24 Sneaking into an average classroom situation, the Minn Hi Ann camera caught a class in its most typical pose. This particular class happens to be Mr. Miller's Sophomore Biology class, and he seems to have them studying most diligently. When the students are not in this working situation, they may be seen doing their lab experiments, which may be anything from watching tiny amoeba under a microscope to dissecting fish. IN SENIOR HIGH LIFE L. Kockelman B. Kuchera R. Lanners H. Lynch B. Merritt S. Minnehan G. Myhre P. Nuy D. Ob e D. Pohlen M. Polfliet L. Polman D. Regnier G. Richards M. Roles M. Rye W. Severson W. Skaar B Stassen K. Stoks S. Sumerfelt D. Swedzinski A. Telste M. Tholen L. Tholkes K. Thompson M. Tillemans J. Traen M. Traen P. Van Hecke A. Vlaminck L. Vlaminck B. Vlaminck B. Wigness D. Wigness 25 Freshmen officers planning their Sophomore Return party are Doug Dero, Gloria Coequyt, Joyce Van- Moorlehem, and Doug Spanton. Although they were still in junior high, becoming freshmen meant being more in- volved in the activities of the senior high school. The frosh began to participate in such extra-curricular activities as F. F. A., F.H.A., G.A.A., and various sports such as football, basketball, and wrestling. Frosh officially became a part of the high school on Nov. 17, when they were initiated. The program provided by the Sophomore Class featured Hippieland. The freshmen returned the favor with a Sophomore Return Party. Becoming freshmen added more respon- sibility and prepared them for the coming school years. FRESHMEN COMPLETE K. Abels P. Arends J. Bernardy T. Bot J. Bottelberghe C. Boulton J. Buysse R. Buysse V. Buysse K. Byrne R. Callens R. Canton B. Claeys J. Claeys J. De Roode D. De Sutter E. DeVos G. Downing R. Esping D. Fier T. Fier P. Fixen B. Fox D. Garry C. Gossen R. Gossen P. Gudmundson J. Hammar J. Hamerlinck T. Hancock R. Haugen G. Hennen M. Hennen C. Jackson T. Jennen 26 B. Jensen B. Johnson C. Josephson R. Koch E. Kopka S. Koppien K. Kralewski T. Kronabetter F. Laleman M. Larson G. Lein D. Lozinski T. Lozinski S. Maertens LAST YEAR OF JR. HIGH C. Merritt J. Moorse S. Nordquist J. Olafson P. Panneck T. Pedersen R. Pesch M. Polfliet M. Polfliet C. Rafnson G. Regnier C. Richards J. Richards A. Roles M. Sanow J. Seifert K. Skaar L. Sturm M. Swedzinski R. Thompson L. Tillemans J. Timmerman P. Traen W. Van Keulen R. Van Moorlehem K. Van Overbeke A. Verschelde D. Verschelde T. Verschelde D. Vlaminck L. Wigness L. Wigton T. Winter S. Wyffels J. Yeo 27 T. Bot B. Brown D. Buysse P. Byer C. Chong B. Claeys C. Dalager L. Differding B. Downing L. Downing D. Fier M. Fier M. Fier J. Flood R. Hammer 8TH GRADE MOVES THROUGH JR. HIGH T. Hammer R. Hanson D. Haroldson L. Hasner R. Haugen P. Heggeseth J. Jeremiason S. Jeremiason D. Johnson K. Kaas R. Kerkaert B. Kompelien G. Kompelien O. Kralewski W. Kruse E. Laleman S. Lein R. Loyson J. Maxwell W. Merritt J. Myhre D. Olevson S. O’Neal R. Pesch P. Peterson S. Rye K. Schwartz J. Sumerfelt B. Telste L. Thostenson K. Tillemans B. Ufkin J. Van Hecke L. Van Uden M. Yeo 28 D. Abels D. Ahlschlager D. Appelwick D. Atwood T. Bernardy P. Bot J. Bottelberghe L. Bottelberghe M. Boulton B. Brown T. Buretta D. Claeys J. Claeys S. Claeys D. Coquyt 7TH GRADE STEPS IN TO JR. HIGH R. Dettman M. DeVlaeminck M. Downing C. Fier D. Gislason D. Gorecki M. Haroldson M. Hancock H. Johnson C. Josephson J. Koch P. Kockelman L. Koppien S. Kralewski B. Lamphere L. Larson B. Maxwell B. Mikkelson B. Mikkelson S. Myhre D. Nordquist R. Obe L. Okrina L. Okrina L. Olevson K. Peterson D. Prellwitz D. Schwartz J. Swedzinski S. Teigland J. Ufkin B. Van Hecke D. Vlaminck K. Vlaminck C. Wigness 29 STUDENTS IN EVERYDAY LIFE A very typical scene during study halls and breaks between classes is one such as this one, taken when there was a rush on the drinking fountains. Although students may have stacks of homework, you may still walk into a study hall and find a situation such as the above one where students seem to have nothing to do. The picture at the LEFT gives a vivid portrayal of one of the many work areas covered in shop. Along with carpentry, the boys also learn much in the field of mechanics. In the library, die MINN- HI-ANN camera caught a scene most familiar to stu- dents. Here a group of stu- dents are using their study hall time to use the facilities of the library. The time spent here is used in doing research papers and other sorts of research as well as for the personal reading enjoy- ment of the individual. ACTIVITIES 32 Juniors show how girl Vikings and boy cheer- leaders bring victory to M. H. S. HOMECOMING Freshmen fight over how to separate the men from the boys. LEA VES The Queen's court and their escorts are Wendy S., Tom N., Judy B. , Bob K., Shirl S. , Jerry T., Queen Sue, Paul S. , Carol V., Tom C., Mary R., Al G., Joyce V. , and Steve K. The sparkling celebration of Homecoming '67 formed a never ending memory in the minds of MHS students. It exemplified more than ever the feeling that changes should mold the celebra- tion while preserving a respect for past Homecoming traditions. One of these changes was the burning of a large L. B. , our opponents initials, in the back of the school after the traditional Thursday night pep rally and crowning of the queen in the school. Friday's activities began with the parade in the afternoon Freshmen enter the parade ready to Barbeque Benton . MAJESTIC MEMORIES led by the band and followed by Queen Sue and her attendants. The game of the evening be- tween the Minneota Vikings and the Lake Benton Bobcats greatly helped add to the joy of the fes- tivities with the Vikings winning 44-7. With this victory our slo- gan Happiness is Winning was made valid. Joyful students gathered after the game for our tradition- al Homecoming dance which be- gan with a speech from the queen and ended with happy memories of a majestic Home- coming. Surprise and shock burst forth as Sue is crowned 1967 Home- coming Queen. Cast members SEATED: S. Orsen, D. Dero, L. Josefson, R. Jeremiason, G. Janssen, V. Callens, and C. Rye. STANDING: Mr. Pagel; Director, D. Claeys; Student Director, B. Pennings, G. Broughton, L. Langsweirdt, B. Ahlschlager, and B. Lawrence. CAST WEAVES SPELL OF MYSTERY AND The scene for GRAMERCY GHOST was the living room of an upstairs apart- ment in an old house in Gramercy Park. We shared the surprise and mystery of inheriting a ghost with Miss Nancy Willard. Her curiosity of who the ghost was, was changed to bewilder- ment when she discovered that he was a revolutionary soldier named Nathaniel Coomes. He had been doomed to stay on earth because of his failure to deliver a battlefield message. TTie ultimate goal was to break this sentence by finding the message and delivering it to some de- scendent of the intended receiver. Problems were only compounded when difficulties arouse between Nancy and her fiance, Parker. His inability to see Nathaniel led him to disbelieve Nancy. This disbelief opened the door for Charley, a newspaper reporter, who had faith in her story. Charley's interest provoked him to search for the missing message. They discovered the message in Gramercy Park after many long hours of research. By coincidence, Parker was the descendent needed to receive this message and break the spell which bound Nathaniel. The finale found Nathaniel in heaven and Nancy with Charley, her new found love. 36 Nathaniel (Gene B. ) refuses to be taken to heaven by his backwoods friends. (Bruce A. and Larry L. ) Margaret (Lois J. ) knits unaware of Nathaniel's (Gene B. ) presence. Parker, (Brad L. ) and Charlie (Gary J. ) stare in unbelief at Nancy's (Ruth J. ) invisible friend. INTRIGUE Crew members, BOTTOM ROW: B. Wyffels, M. Maertens, G. Wobbema. MIDDLE ROW: S. Lein, R. Lamphere, M. Rokeh, S. Swedzinski, J. Komplien, and B. Thostenson. STANDING: S. Magnuson, C. O'Neal, L. Pedersen, S. Fier, L. Kopka, K. Hammer, A. Nomeland, N. Claeys, J. Traen, and K. Anderson. The cast consited of, SEATED: F. Geiwitz, and C. Traen. STANDING left to right: Miss Wohlheuter, S. Afdem, L. Okrina; Student Directors, Mr. Van Hee; Di- rector, E. Heggeseth, B. Kiley, J. Morency, and J. Claeys. STANDING ON STAIRWAY TOP TO BOTTOM: P. Larson, D. Sussner, M. Christianson, B. Jeremiason, C. Van Hecke, J. Teigland, L. Summerfelt, J. Tholen, and G. Callens. The main setting of the play is in Red Hook, a slum neighborhood on the tough Brooklyn waterfront. Specif- ically, the action takes place in three different yet closely related localities. The settings are: (1) a lawyer's office, (2) the Carbone tene- ment apartment, and (3) a street in front of the apart- ment. SENIORS SET SCENE FOR “A VIEW There is nothing you can do, Eddie, believe me, Alferi (John M.) pleads with Eddie (Eric H.) as he tries to make Eddie understand that Catherine is a woman now and is capable of making her own decisions about marrying the man she loves. Eddie, inherently and basically a good man, suffers a decline and falls to infamy because of the one elemental flaw in his character—his excessive love and protectiveness for his niece, Catherine, who was placed by her dying mother, in Eddie's care. What are they doin'? yells Catherine (Cheri T.) with alarm as she sees Eddie (Eric H.) teaching Rudolpho (Fraser G.) to box. Beatrice (Jeanne C.) and Marco (Bob K.) watch with concern as they real- ize Eddie is not joking anymore. Eddie's traumatic and soul- wretching struggle between his ex- cessive love for Catherine and his dislike for the man whose ways are unfamiliar to him, leads him to betray everything he believes in. In a surge of anger and confusion he reports Marco and Rudolpho to the Immigration Board. Here two submarines (Jerry T. and Paul L.) from upstairs are being dragged downstairs by officers (Dan S. and Bruce J.) from the Im- migration Bureau. FROM THE BRIDGE' Called to the street by Marco, Eddie rushes out to make Marco apologize for stealing his name. Eddie's poignant down- fall then comes to a tragic end as he fights with Marco and is stabbed. The horror of the scene is shared by Eddie's neighbors who rush to the street when the fight begins. “SOMEWHERE MY Prom of 1968 began with a romantic air when the banquet was staged in the midst of floating sounds of music. For the first time, the banquet was held in the large auditorium. The evening advanced with the couples winding their way through the gym in the Grande March, led by Junior Class President, A1 Geiwitz. A multitude of families and friends looked on with delight and with their cameras on hand. After the arch formation was completed, the couples made their way into the small gym where music by Mondello's Quintets surrounded them. The dance progressed under decorations of colorful streamers with a picturesque mural highlighting the scenery. A romantic summer house proved to be the center of attraction for pictures, while the chalet window attracted many for refreshing punch. The magic hour of 12:00 ended the dance, but entertainment and refreshments lured many of the couples to the Golf Club for the remainder of the evening's activities. A light breakfast served by the Junior mothers brought Prom of 1968 to a close. Cheri T. and her escort, Marc C. , Senior Class president; Debi C. and her escort, Al G. , Junior Class President, begin the Grand March. Katie H. , Joe S. , Mary R. , and Steve B. admire the mural which created much of the mood for the evening. The mural was a picturesque view of the Swiss Alps. The Mondello's Quintet provided the music for the prom dance. 40 LOVE” ENHANCES PROM '68 This group of sophs, dressed in festive Swiss costumes for the gala occasion, served at the prom banquet. The banquet, this year, was held in the big gym because of the increase in the size of classes. LIVEL Y CAST PRESENTS FARCE Debate members who participated in the various contest were, LEFT TO RIGHT: R. Pesch, J. Morency, V. Callens, S. Nordquist, L. Josefson, M. Larson, K. Hennen, and B. Moorse. The debate squad was coached by Mr. Pagel. EXERCISE SPEAKING TECHNIQUES Presenting Thorton Wilder's A Happy Journey Through Trenton and Camden , MHS students achieved a Superior rating and received the runner-up trophy in District competi- tion. Members of the Kirby family were Eric Heggeseth (Elmer), Lois Josefson (Ma), Marc Christianson (Arthur), Debi Dero (Caroline), Cheri Traen (Beulah), and Bruce Jeremiason was the stage manager and gas station attendant. The Kirby family stops during their journey to ask directions to Camden from a friendly gas station attendant. The play, presented entirely without props or scenery except for four chairs arranged on a platform to represent a car, left much to the imagination of the audience. The journey, to visit their married duaghter, Beulah, revealed the characters of the family through action, voice, and expression. DEBATERS Ma comforts Beulah as she tells the horror of losing her child. Local speech winners who participated in the Sub-District speech contest are. SEATED, left to right: J. Claeys, G. Myhre, J. Christianson, L. Wigness, andR. Jeremiason. STANDING: L. Langsweirdt, R. Heggeseth, F. Geiwitz, L. Josefson, L. Okrina, C. Traen, and M. Christianson. VARIED CONTESTS CHALLENGE SPEAKER SKILLS Although none of our participants in the Re- gional contest placed, their trip was not in vain Due to a snowstorm, they were snowbound in Monte overnight and returned to Minneota a bit on the tired side at noon the following day. MHS's only students to place in the District contest and advance unto region were LEFT TO RIGHT: G. Myhre, F. Geiwitz, J. Christianson, and L. Langsweirdt. Participants in the District contest were, SEATED: G. Myhre, F. Geiwitz, J. Christianson, L. Langsweirdt, and L. Wigness. STANDING: K. Hennen, G. Richards, M. Rye, B. Jeremiason, R. Heggeseth, L. Josefson, B. Moorse, M. Larson, and D. Dero. Sweeping Sub-District con- tests with 10 out of 12 students advancing to District, the MHS students were off to a good start. MHS was well represented at District with 14 entries in the various divisions ranging from discussion to storytelling. This time MHS emerged with four winners, Gladys in Non-original Oratory, Janet in the same divi- sion, Fraser in Humerous, and Larry as an alternate in Humor- ous. These students now had the right to participate in the Region- al contest at Montevideo. 43 Student Council members are SEATED: Anne DeCock; Secretary, Fraser Geiwitz; President, Mr. Olson; Advisor, Francis DeCock; Vice President, Marc Christianson. STANDING: Doug Dero, Joyce Van Moorlehem, Larry Langsweirdt, Paul Larson, A1 Geiwitz, Rick Kiley, and Janet Christianson. STUDENT COUNCIL USES NEW IDEAS With the addition of Central High School students to M.H.S., new ideas were introduced into our Student Coun- cil as Fran and Anne DeCock were voted into our Council as Vice President and Sec.-Treasurer. Beginning the year, the Student Coun- cil introduced the burning of our oppon- ents initials at our annual Homecoming pep rally. Working on our AFS project, the Student Council brought Mary Sol, the AFS student from Guatemala now en- rolled at Marshall High School, over to M.H.S. to show slides of her country and home and in general to promote the AFS project. In promoting the general up-keep of our school, the Student Council pur- chased waste baskets to be placed at every drinking fountain for students to deposit their wrappers and papers in- stead of littering the floor. The main project achievements of the year included the Variety Show and the thought stimulating Brain Brawl. Student Council officers Anne De- Cock, Fraser Geiwitz, and Fran DeCock led the student body in putting into action their proposed plans. These students guide some of the major activities of the school year which are formulated through their hard work and plan- ning. 44 STA TERS This year's National Honor Society members are SEATED: Paul Larson, Cheri Traen, Marc Christianson, and Eric Heggeseth. STANDING: Bob M. Kiley, Frazer Geiwitz, Joe Schulte, and Fran DeCock. These students are chosen by the faculty members on the basis of scholastic ability, service, leadership, and character. SALES ROCKET Each year the Legion Auxiliary of Min- neota sponsors a girl and boy of MHS to attend Girl and Boy State for a week during the summer. These students are selected by scholastic standing and participation in school activities. Representing MHS this year were Cheri Traen and Marc Christianson. Alternates shown STANDING are Sue Afdem and Paul Larson. NATIONAL HONOR The magazine drive was begun with enthusiasm and earnest. The everyday turn-ins proved very bene- ficial in reaching and passing our goal of $2400. Students with six subscriptions were elegible for a drawing each day of five dollars. At the end of of the two week selling period, two large stuffed animals were given away to someone with six subscriptions. The winners (at left) were Francis Sturm and Steven O'Neal. Boosting the sales and keeping the records straight were co- captains Nancy Claeys, RIGHT, and Carol Van Hecke, LEFT, with Jeanne Claeys, CENTER, as the over all captain. 45 Stepping into the show with a lively tune came MHS's own Swiss Swingers, consisting of LEFT TO RIGHT: M. Christianson, F. Geiwitz, J. Teigland, K. Anderson, G. Yeo, P. Larson, R. Amundson, E. Heggeseth, and T. Christianson. The boys played various tunes in the show including traditional German folk songs which were sung by the German Club. VA RIETY MA KES SHO W Behind that coy smile and underneath that false hair, eyelashes and every- thing else is really our own Larry Langs- weirdt. Larry's numerous appearances throughout the Variety Show brought out hidden humor in some of the various Right Guard commercials. Upon pro- claiming that he (she?! !) didn't use Right Guard and all the boys still called him, he was asked the indignant question, Yes, but what do they call you? That's o.k. Larry, in fact you actually make a pretty cool girl. If Debbie seems to have that look of mischief in her eyes, it's only because she thinks the Variety Show had an unusually amusing looking audience. Debbie calmly strolled unto the stage and began laughing hysterically at the audience. Upon realizing the futility of her plight, she sobered and dis- appeared. ORGANIZATIONS FRONT ROW: Left to Right: V. Callens, E. Kopka, W. Severson, S. Orsen, M. Christianson. SECOND ROW: M. Pennings, G. Snyder, M. Hancock, M. Tillemans, K. Anderson, S. Swedzinski, S. Rye. THIRD ROW: F. Geiwitz, M. Maertens, D. Fier, R. Pesch, P. Heggeseth, M. Larson, L. Wigness, W. Geiwitz, R. Lamphere, J. Kompelien, R. Amundson. FOURTH ROW: G. Yeo, J. Yeo, G. Broughten, C. Taren, S. Stoks, V. Gullickson, W. Kruse. GOOD VIBRATIONS ECHO September of '67 found the band practicing for many games, pep fests, and programs at which they performed. Their Home- coming halftime show proved to be a great success. With the addition of several new instruments such as a string bass and contro-bass clarinet, the band acquired a more distinguished and symphonic sound. They entered the contest with an exceptional presentation of Elsa's Procession to the Cathedral and Vaquero, followed by Procession of Nobles. The MHS Band once again im- pressed its audience with its high level of performance at both the Christmas and Spring Concerts. ABOVE is a candid shot of the band room as it appeared every Mon- day, Wednesday, and Friday during fourth hour. Notice Mr. Novotny's beautiful sport coat. He surely seems to have good taste--or maybe it was the students. (!?!?) 48 FRONT ROW, Left to Right: C. Merrit, J. Olafson, K. Hammer, L. Josefson, L. Okrina. SECOND ROW: D. Johnson, C. Jackson, J. Teigland, R. Hammer, B. Fox, L. Kockelman, M. Rye, C. Rye. THIRD ROW: J. Christianson, G. Myhre, B. Krona- better, R. Jeremiason, E. Heggeseth, A. Nomeland, C. Dalager, S. Koppien, B. Ufkin, E. Nelson, L. Kopka, W. Kruse. FOURTH ROW: T. Christianson, B. Pennings, P. Larson, Mr. Novotny—Director. FORTH FROM BAND ROOM In parade formation the band posed for Mr. Locy while they waited for the rest of the Homecoming parade to be positioned. The MHS Band marched for such occasions as the homecoming of Carla Rae Larson, Princess Kay of the Milky Way, and for the Memorial Day observances. Officers of the band commented on some music that Mr. Novotny had received. They were, LEFT TO RIGHT, Jerry T. —V. Pres. , Mr. Novotny--Direc- tor, Marc C. —Pres., and Linette O. --Sec. -Treas. Often during the month of March, if the doors to the music room were left open a fraction, one would hear full rich French horn tones. These tones were played by Robin H. , Lynn K. , Margaret R. , and Carolyn R. They spent many long and arduous hours of practice for the district music contest. The piece that received this care- ful attention was Velvet and Tweed written by LeRoy Ostransky. The light gay notes of the flute have been heard throughout the ages. Danse des Mirlitons or Dance of the Flutes from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, written in 1892, brought back those past eras. It was played by Katie H. , Lynette O. , and Lois J. for the district music contest. TOGETHER WE STRIVE Early on the morning of April 5, 1968, the ensemble and solo bus left the school grounds to travel to Canby for the district music con- test. This was the climax of many weeks of practice. The butterflies were worse and the tension rose as each individual or group warmed up for their performance. Everyone was hoping for a successful day. Kevin A. and the trumpet sextet agreed that it was worth the effort when they won. Both received A's and the opportunity to compete in the state contest. ALL HAIL THE KING! No, this is not a king's royal guard of trumpeteers; but rather, our own high school trumpet sextet. Here we see (back row , left to right) Wendy G. , Roxy L. , Janet K. , (front row, left to right) Conny D. , Janet C. , and Gladys M. They were practicing their district contest piece composed by Rafael Mendez, entitled Flirtations of a Trumpet. HEADS Gleaming batons adda a certain flashiness to the overall appear- ance of a marching band. This past year Rhonda P. accompanied by her sister Robin were the twirling duo of the marching band. Memorial Day 1968 was the last time the band stepped off to the whistle of Sue A. During the past five years, Sue's directions have led the band in: homecoming, band day, District Legion Convention, Princess Kay's homecoming, and Memorial Day parades. TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE VP As time marches on, so must people march forward to fill positions vacated by those before them. In the coming year Robin P. will have an added responsibility that of being lead majorette. The noblest man is he who stands alone. This statement was a reality to, those four people pictured and to Eric H. (not pictured) as they played their district music contest solos. Carolyn R. , after finishing her solo The Second Movement of Mozart's Horn Con- certo, listened to Ruth J. practice her baritone piece, Sunset Sere- nade. Kevin A. and Lois J. were at work on their solos Introduction and Czardas and Danse de Mirlitons respectively. FRONT ROW, Left to Right: R. Jeremiason, A. De Cock, M. Timmerman, P. Boerboom, V. Gullick- son, L. Pederson, N. Buysse, K. Hennen, D. Van Dorpe, C. Rye. SECOND ROW: C. Josephson, J. Van Moorlehem, M. Rokeh, S. Magnuson, L. Kockleman, J. Christianson, W. Severson, C. Richards, K. Abels. THIRD ROW: Mr. Novotny— Director, J. Dombek, N. Claeys, M. Tillemans, D. Garry, W. Kruse, L. Okrina, M. Rye, A. Nomeland. BACK ROW: T. Buretta, S. Koppien, J. Teigland, T. Christianson, E. Heggeseth, B. M. Kiley, G. Timmerman, R. Bradley, T. Jennen, W. Kruse, M. Rye, P. Coequyt, M. Christianson. ENRICHED VOICE QUALITY DEVELOPED Chorus accompanists expanded this year at MHS. Besides the three pianists Sue O. , Wendy S. , and Gladys M. , Paul L. also accompanied on the string bass. These four students functioned throughout the whole year at each rehearsal. For the spring concert however, the realm of accompanists expand- ed as Greg Y. on drums, and Rick H. and Virginia C. with their guitars added their lively sounds of rhythm to the chorus. FRONT ROW, Left to Right: G. Myhre, C. Traen, S. Stoks, C. Dero, D. Vershelde. SECOND ROW: J. Seifert, R. Pesch, S. Afdem, L. Wigness. THIRD ROW: S. Dero, B. Fox, W. Geiwitz, R. Lamphere, S. Orsen. BACK ROW: P. Larson, M. Larson, B. Pennings, J. Yeo, D. Dero. Appearing much calmer ABOVE than they actually were at the District music contest are the vocal soloists. They are, LEFT TO RIGHT, Shirl S. , Gladys M. , Rick H. and Marc C. Members of the octet include, FRONT ROW, left to right: G. Myhre, C. Rye. ROW 2: W. Severson, J. Christianson. ROW 3: P. Larson, M. Christianson. TOP ROW: R. Heggeseth, T. Christianson. The octet not only sang for school activities, but also made appearances at various public ceremonies such as the Elevator Meeting, Rotary, etc. THROUGH PRACTICE Chorus officers Wendy S. - -Sec. , SEATED; Carolyn R. —Vice President, and Rick H. --President, look over music selections for the spring concert and type out the program. 53 Editor Cheri T. and Assistant Editor Shirl S. discussed iMINN-HI-ANN plans as they looked over the new equipment. A yearbook is many things, a memory book, a record of the year, a public relations medium, a student project, and a reference book. These were the goals the MINN-HTANN staff aimed to fulfill in their '67-'68 publication. In the fall of '67, eight members of the staff attended the Yearbook Convention at the College of Gustavus Adolphus in St. Peter. There the funda- mentals of editing a yearbook were presented, and an exchange of ideas between yearbook staffs took place. Members of the annual staff were divided into three groups. Each group was assigned a certain section of the annual: organizations, which included various clubs throughout the school; activities, which included Homecoming, class plays, etc. and athletics, .which included all school sports. Pictures, planned by the staff, were taken and developed by Mr. Jul E. Locy. After the pictures were received, a board was constructed of pic- tures in planned layouts, and write-ups explaining the subject matter. The boards were then sent to the American Yearbook Company, for processing at various dead lines throughout the year. Among the most notable improvements made in the yearbook this year were: the length and content of write-ups, a growth in the number of pages, and the numerous action shots. MINN -HI-A NN STAFF PROGRESSES One of the beginning tasks of the annual staff was to plan dummy sheets for each page of the yearbook. ABOVE left, Joan T. watched as Cheri T. dem- onstrated how a dummy sheet was to be measured. Amy N. , BACKGROUND, dictated a write-up to Joan D. Carol V. H. , in the BACKGROUND, cropped pictures while Marlene V. , LEFT, and Shirl S. estimated the position of the picture. At RIGHT, Lois J. studied past annuals. Expenses of year book editing processes were paid with the money received from annual sales. Kris H. collected the money, as Nancy C. wrote out a receipt for Mr. Larson, MINN-HI-ANN advisor. With the gathering of the latest information and the stroking of the typewriter keys came the sound forth of the school news in the montly-published MINNI-ENVOY. More responsibility devolved upon the staff this year as a result of an advisor change-over. Through the great efforts of the editors, plus the aid of its experienced members, the staff was able to meet these responsibilities. Zippy articles of news, controversial editorials, and student creativity brought a fresh approach into the scope of each edition. The paper also became a media for student opinion in the form of Sue's Cues. In an attempt to be the first to report the heart- beat of all activities, the reporters and writers were observant of all current developments. MINNI ENVOY “FIRST’’ TO REPORT Marc C. suggest to Nancy C. an idea for a write-up as he glances over past Minni-Envoy papers. '68-'69 editors Janet K. and Amy N. positioned and glued pictures and write- ups onto the final draft. Ah! Finished at last! Sandy S. and Janet C. staple the pages together in the final process before distribution. BOTTOM ROW, left to right: M. Christianson, Mrs. Coonradt, Advisor; S. Afdem, L. Okrina, A. Nomeland, J. Kompelien, Mr. Krommenhoek, Advisor. ROW 2: M. Rye, L. Wig- ness, S. Orsen, E. Nelson, J. Claeys, N. Claeys, R. Lamphere, S. Swed- zinski, J. Van Moorlehem, D. Garry, R. Pesch.TOP ROW: C. Dero, W. Severson, M. Tillemans, W. Geiwitz, J. Christianson, D. Wigness, B. Fox, V. Kaas, J. Coequyt, C. Merritt. OUR FHA WORLD Throughout the year, efforts were made to promote Sue's state project, America the Beautiful. In an attempt to make the community aware of litter, the FHAers painted trash barrels for the ball park, sponsored a trash pick up, (above) and held a poster contest. FHA provides a learning experience as well as a program of work. The process of setting a table for a formal dinner, using china, crystal stemware, and elaborate centerpieces, was demon- strated after a business meeting by the chapter mothers, Mrs. J. A. Josefson and Mrs. Dan Garry. The American Education Week theme How Good Are Your Schools was promoted by the FHA during the week November 5-11. Open House at MHS, entailed for the FHA'ers name tags, displays, and a luncheon. Adding fun and appreciation to the year, the FHA'ers sponsored a Daddy Date night. Volleyball and shuffleboard provided stimula for many of those unused muscles. A modern and old time dance contest brought the activities to an end, with a lunch served as a refresher. A Rummage-Bake Sale was held May 24 at Allens Alley for funds needed to keep the organization functioning. Left over rummage was sent to Faribault State Hospital. Early in February the chapter elected delegates to attend the state meeting. The theme of the meeting was It's Our World reflecting the interest of youth in the world today. Upon their return, the participants we see planning their journey, ABOVE, relayed their inspiration to the chanter. Those who planned and officiated at the chapter meetings were: S. Stoks, Recreation Leader; M. Olafson, Reporter; S. Orsen, President; L. Josefson, President-elect; L. Swed- zinski, Parliamentarian; L. Pederson, Secretary; C. Sturm, Treasurer; and P. Laleman, Historian. LEARNING THROUGH FFA Through participating experiences in the Future Farmers of America, members learn how to take part in meetings, to follow parlimentary procedure, to speak in public, and to cooperate with their fellow students in programs for individ- ual and community betterment. To be a member one must be a student of vocational agriculture in high school. In addition to his study in school each student is required to conduct a supervised agricultural experience program where he puts into actual practice the knowledge gained in the classroom. Judging contests build interest in learning the points of livestock and poultry selec- tion; fairs and livestock shows build up enthusiasm for raising top quality products. Awards are provided for outstanding achievement in such areas as crop farming, dairy farming, livestock farming, agricultural mechanics, soil and water management, public speaking and for farm safety promotion. Pictured LEFT TO RIGHT are Jim D. , Curt E. , Paul F. , Mr. Stassen, Advisor; Don P. , and Bruce J. These members attended the state meeting where they observed Paul Fixon as he won the creed speeking contest. L:1 Presented ABOVE is a view of the head table at the FFA banquet held February 22nd. Pictured ABOVE are the boys who constitute the entire FFA Chapter in Minneota. Each of these members buys his own FFA jacket and wears it for the various functions it serves. ABOVE Marlene Vlaminck, FFA Sweetheart, receives her jacket from Ron M., Vice Pres. 57 PEP CL UB VS. RATS We've got the spirit was the key phrase of the Pep Club that worked hard to build up strong school spirit and to teach the student body the importance of good sportsmanship. Members of the Pep Club, under the guidance of Miss Schraeder, sponsored and served one lunch- eon for each sport for the Vikings and the visiting team. The girls promoted spirit by making posters, selling Viking booster buttons, supporting soc it to 'em and we're wild about you Viking days. Officers of the Pep Club were: Shirl S. — Pres. , and Janet C. --Sec. -Treas. ABOVE, the cheerleaders along with the student body of MHS cheered their team on to another victory. Are the boys actually yelling? Did they really have spirit, or was it because their rivals were all girls? Seriously, MHS was very proud to announce the formation of a new club. The Rat Section or RATS are a group of boys who went all out, by making posters, yelling at games, forming their own band, and starting the Little Brown Jug race to boost the spirit at MHS. The Rats did a great job in '67-68, and they will con- tinue to help the spirit grow at MHS. Ready to begin practice, some of the members of the basketball team posed for the MINN-HI- ANN earners. A typical scene at GAA basketball practice was one such as the ABOVE picture. Among the various athletic skills learned in GAA is tumbling. Here the Sophomore girls demonstrate a few movements. Zero-zero serving was a familiar cry heard from the gym last fall as the Girls Athletic Association started off with volleyball. Enjoyment combined with physical fitness found the girls using their enthusiasm in bowling, volleyball, tumbling, and basketball after business was dispensed with in regular meetings. A goal of one-hundred points was set up by the members at the beginning of the year which members were to attain in order to earn awards. Eligibility for awards involved attending meetings, and outstanding participation. GAA MOLDS M U s c L E S BOTTOM ROW: S. Magnuson, L. Josefson, J. Dom- bek, S. Stoks, C. Traen, L. Okrina, Miss Schrader, Advisor; D. Dero, President; A. Nomeland, G. Snyder, D. Panneck, C. Van Hecke, M. Vlaminck. ROW 2: S. Orsen, R. Lamphere, J. Traen, C. Sturm, J. Kompelien, S. Swedzinski, D. Lozinski, B. Johnson, D. Garry, R. Pesch, J. Claeys, B. Thompson, S. Jeremiason. TOP ROW: N. Claeys, K. Hammar, E. Buysse, D. Verschelde, R. Kern, L. Wigness, C. Merritt, P. Panneck, J. Hammer - linck, M. Gossen, C. Boulten, M. Hennen, G. Coequyt. Observing the techniques of silk-screening are, SEATED left to right: R. Haugen, P. Dombek, M. Wambeke, D. Claeys, M. Polfliet, S. Dero, and D. Swedzinski. STANDING left to right are: L. Kockelman, L. Josefson, C. Rye, Mrs. Lien—Advisor, J. Dombek, E. Kopka, and M. Hancock. ART ON THE GO Working with charcoals are, LEFT TO RIGHT: D. Garry, C. Merritt, S. Orsen, M. Rokeh, V. Gullickson, M. Vlaminck, and L. Wigness. The Art Club saw many new opportunities this year as well as bringing out much hidden talent. A meeting was held every second Thursday of the month when members were permitted to expand on their knowledge of art. A demonstration given at one meeting was submitted to them by Shirl Stoks showing them an easy way to draw the head of a horse and shade it in. The technique was very remarkable. With the help of their advisor, Mrs. Lien, the Art Club put up a display for the Open House of the First National Bank of Minneota in December of '67. This display consisted of charcoals, pastels, and collages. In this way they awakened the public to the progress of their art work. Silk-screening was the media through which a few ambitious members of the Art Club made their own creative Christmas cards. The Art Club was invited to take an active part in an art Art officers on the way to the contest using Q-tips in some form. They see next year to attain Minneota Bank to put up an art even greater achievement, display are, LEFT TO RIGHT: Robin P. —Sec. -Treas. , Sherilyn M. —-V. Pres. , and Shirl S. --Pres. Robert M. Kiley was selected as alternate to the Ninth National Youth Conference on the atom at Chicago, eligibility being based on his out- standing term paper on the atom. YOUNG SCIENTISTS DEVELOP The Science Club was formed with the idea of bringing students together with a common interest in science. As an extra-curricular activity, it attempts to enjoin creativeness with practical application. This is accomplished by project work and writing which is entered in regional competition at Mankato. This year MHS entered 8 students in the Jr. High paper program and one in Sr. High. Anne DeCock, from this division, won regional honors and the right to participate in the State Science Fair. In the Project division, MHS had 9 entries which all received second place awards. Lou Ann Kopka was recognized by her winning project on geology. From this, she obtained eligibility to participate in the State Science Fair. A new segment to the science program was initiated this year with the formation of a Jr. High Science Club. Highlights of Minneota's entries at the Man- kato Science Fair were Anne D. , LEFT, and Lou Ann K. winning in the term paper and project division respectively. These girls then earned the right to participate in the State Science Fair. BOTTOM ROW: B. Thostenson, D. Wigness, J. Traen, Mr. Homme, Advisor. ROW 2: C. Dero, A. De- Cock, B. Stassen, Mr. Miller, Ad- visor. ROW 3: K. Stoks, W. Geiwitz, M. Tillemans, W. Sever- son. ROW 4: L. Kopka, J. Christ- ianson, G. Myhre. ROW 5: G. Richards, F. DeCock, G. Brough- ten, B. M. Kiley. Elaine Kopka, RIGHT, demonstrates her project to Bob M.K. , LEFT and John M. CENTER. Elaine won a set of science books from the Hubbard Milling Company of Mankato on thie project DEUTCHER VER EH IN Pictured ABOVE are the members of the German Club. The officers were; Linette O. —Pres. , Carolyn R. —V. Pres. , Fraser G. --Sec. -Treas. PROGRESSES The German Club used their language as a means of cultural growth by preparing a German food dinner. Experimenting with various recipes, they came up with some dishes which they found to be as delicious as they were unique. Furthering their purpose of cultural growth, six German Club members and their advisor, Mr. Pagel, attended the Second Annual International Festival at St. Paul on April 20, 1968. There the experienced the language of many other nations. Foreign displays such as foods and manufactured products were of utmost interest. A workshop of language teaching techniques was also presented German Club members tried their hand at whipping up some simple German recipes which soon became complicated to them. THE WORLD OF BOOKS Working in the library throughout the year was an exceptional challenge for the student librarians. Under the direction of Mrs. Doyle, specified duties such as check- ing out books, pamphlets, and magazines, filing and processing books, and aiding students were assigned to the librarians. In keeping up these duties, the library functioned properly. At Christmas time each librarian participated in providing a Christmas pro- gram for each elementary grade. Movies, stories, and favors were presented. Pictured ABOVE Dorie J. , Mary R. , Ruth J. , Kris H. , and Sue E. aid Sherilyn M. with her creative bulletin boards. At LEFT, library processes are displayed by, SEATED: LuAnn K. , Joan D. , Marlene V. , Mary M. , Margie O. STANDING: Lois J. , Cory J. , Cathy O. , Margie D. S. , Linda J. , and Vicki K. i The 1967 Viking squad from LEFT TO RIGHT are, BOTTOM ROW: D. Dero, J. Vandeputte, Student Managers, J. Tillemans, L. Langsweirdt, B. Kuchera, P. Glasser, B. Bourgeois, B. Pennings, R. Riley. SECOND ROW: P. Larson, R. DeRoode, R. Buysse, B. Riley, S. Boerboom, D. Aschlager, P. Swedzinski, D. Lantgen, J. Teigland, B. Fox, E. Lozinski. THIRD ROW: R. Depestal, G. Van- Hee, Assistant Coach, C. Dahle, Assistant Coach, S. Boerboom, B. Obe, D. Regnier, B. Aschlager, B. Lawrence, J. Traen, T. Christianson, D. Yost, Coach. VIKES EXCEL IN ’67 RANDY PAUL PAUL JERRY STEVE DOUG TOM DELBERT I The '67 sesaon proved to be a winning season for the Vikings who finished with a 6-2 record. The help of the eight returning Minneota lettermen plus the transfers from Central contributed the experience needed to make the season success- ful. Losing the first game of the sea son did not dampen the spirits of the Vikings. They came back to win the next six only losing to Hendricks in the final play-off game upsetting their whole season. This year something different was tried concerning co-captains. Instead of having a pair of co-cap- tains for the whole season, each game showed different captains, picked by the team and the coach. They were chosen from the Senior members of the squad and were responsible for welcoming the cap- tains of other teams. The perseverance and sportsman- ship of the team plus the spirit shown by the students of MHS made the '67 season nothing to regret. SEASONAL SEASON RECORD Cottonwood 27 Minneota 7 Ivanhoe 0 Minneota 7 Ruthton 0 Minneota 45 Verdi 19 Minneota 31 Lake Benton 7 Minneota 44 Tyler 0 Minneota 21 Russell 0 Minneota 33 Hendricks 39 Minneota 26 66 As shown in pic- tures on this page, the MHS Vikings showed strength, sta- mina, and the will to win. With their offen- sive blocking, these boys scored a cumu- lative of 214 points to their opponents 91 throughout the season. This in itself was proof of a team hus- tling toward a winning record. Stringent defense from the opponents keep Viking players from their goal. TRIUMPH In hot pursuit of their Russell foe is Bob Fox (32) and Bruce Aschlager (80). Seeing his advantage, Paul Larson runs around an end, making yard- age for his team. VIKINGS SEEDED 4TH IN DISTRICT COMPETITION Viking basketball sauad members are, STANDING: J. Teigland, T. Christianson, D. Lantgen, F. Geiwitz, J. Schulte, W. Kruse, B. Ahlschlager, F. DeCock, G. Wobbema, B. Lawrence, A. Geiwitz, and P. Larson. KNEELING: E. Heggeseth; Student Manager, K. Krommenhoek; Coach, J. Homme; Ass't. Coach, and M. Christianson; Student Manager. SEASON RECORD Minneota 50 Cottonwood 48 Minneota 56 Hendricks 76 Minneota 44 Canby 70 Minneota 64 Tyler 62 Minneota 78 Ivanhoe 69 Minneota 60 Tracy 54 Minneota 63 Hendricks 62 Minneota 76 Cottonwood 57 Minneota 79 Lake Benton 45 Minneota 80 Lynd 55 Minneota 63 Ivanhoe 55 Minneota 71 Barnsville 74 Minneota 63 Balaton 55 Minneota 93 Russel 59 Minneota 60 Tyler 62 Minneota 68 Ruthton 51 Minneota 68 Walnut Grove 55 Minneota 81 Lake Benton 53 DISTRICT Minneota 64 Tyler 71 68 Student Managers Marc and Rick ready the team uniforms for the game. The man who planned the Viking strategy is Coach Keith Krommen- hoek. O UTPUT EXCEEDS Success reigned for the Viking Cagers in the '67-'68 season. Strenuous work and team effort, as shown opposite by Jerry Teigland, made the season rewarding. Jerry was also a player on the WCCO Prep Team of the week. Responding to their new coach, the Vikings were rated fourth in District Competition and went on to meet Tyler in the first round of tournaments for the Vikings. This game ended the season for the Vikings as they were defeated 64-71. Eager to begin, the Vikings meet in the huddle before entering the game. TEA M FINISHES A SUCCESSFUL SEASO! Coach Krommenhoek diagrams the plays in the before game chalktalk. Doug Lantgen puts in a lay-up to aid in the Viking victory over Lynd. The Senior boys who played in their last games at M. H. S. are Jerry Teigland, Tom Christianson, Fraser Geiwitz, Wayne Kruse, Doug Lantgen, and Paul Larson. Amid stunned onlookers, Tom Christianson shoots for another 2 points in the game against Lynd. SEASON RECORD Minneota 18 Cottonwood 36 Minneota 52 Hendricks 33 Minneota 48 Canby 53 Minneota 32 Tyler 34 Minneota 38 Ivanhoe 44 Minneota 46 Tracy 55 Minneota 33 Hendricks 42 Minneota 39 Cottonwood 54 Minneota 48 Lake Benton 46 Minneota 52 Lynd 24 Minneota 42 Ivanhoe 43 Minneota 51 Balaton 37 Minneota 44 Russel 45 Minneota 36 Tyler 42 Minneota 70 Ruthton 29 Minneota 50 Walnut Grove 48 Minneota 65 Lake Benton 40 The '67- '68 season turned out a disappointing one for the Viking B- squad. Despite their many losses, these boys gained much experience and know- how for future years of basketball. The most important thing these games accomplished was to develop good athletes who have the proper atti- tude toward the sport. With the apt Coach for the B-squad was John Homme. coaching ability of Mr. Homme, these boys not only learned the technique of playing basketball, but also learned sportsmanship and the attitude needed to carry them through the season. With a year of playing experience and learning behind them, the B-squad seems to be well on its way to a good season next year. B-SQUAD GATHERS EXPERIENCE Viking B-squad members are, STANDING: B. Canton, C. Dalager, S. Boerboom, S. Donaldson, S. Maertens, G. Claeys, B. Obe, M. Tholen, S. Nordquist, P. Gudmundson, B. Tillemans, K. Byrne. KNEELING: D. Dero, J. Homme; Coach, D. Spanton. A-squad wrestling members are from LEFT TO RIGHT: B. DePestal, L. Roles, E. Lozinski, P. Coequyt; Captain, D. Gorecki, J. Vlaminck; Co-Captain, R. Downing, L. Langsweirdt, J. Culshaw, B. Pennings, B. Merritt, and G. Yeo. STANDING: Student Managers, J. Tillemans and K. Stoks. WRESTLERS SECOND YEAR In their second year of wrestling competition, the Viking squad, coached by Mr. Van Vooren, finished with a 10-3 record, showing some very excel- lent individual effort. Evidence of this was proven when Minneota placed third in the District Tournament at Canby and sent three wrestlers to the Region Tournament at New Ulm. The three boys who won at the Dis- trict wrestling tournament were Bill Merritt in the 103 pound class, Ed Lozinski. 165, and Bob DePestal, heavy- weight. Altogether in the District Tourn- ament, Minneota emerged with three seconds, four thirds, and five fourths. This year the turnout of boys for wrestling was large enough to enable MHS to have a B-squad. This squad, however, usually wrestled exhibition before each game. Coached by Mr. Yost, these boys had the opportunity to gain experience for future years in wrestling. The Viking squads were lucky this year with injuries held to a minimum. The only injuries that had any effect on the team were a broken rib of Larry Langsweirdt and the broken foot of Joe Tillemans. Larry's rib held him up only a few games, but Joe’s foot put him out for the rest of the season. Aside from these injuries, the Viking's strength pulled the squad through with their many victories. The wrestling program gives indivi- duals a chance to gain recognition for themselves, and at the same time for the team and school. Wrestling not only builds muscles and skill in the boys, but also strengthens their determination and will power in their constant battle to keep their weight within their class limits. 72 SEASON RECORD Minneota 15 Canby 38 Minneota 18 Maynard 29 Minneota 36 Lake Benton 14 Minneota 44 Jasper 8 Minneota 42 Canby 8 Minneota 19 Bellingham 27 Minneota 46 Morgan 10 Minneota 43 Verdi 2 Minneota 44 Jasper 8 Minneota 29 Bellingham 19 Minneota 49 Morgan 3 Minneota 47 Verdi 3 Minneota 34 Lake Benton 11 BRINGS SUCCESS Viking coaches for the wrestling squad were Mr. Yost, who coached the B-squad, and Mr. Van Vooren, who coached the A-squad. Minneota wrestlers who placed in the District and went on to Region competition were Bob D., Bill M., and Ed L. B-squad wrestlers are, KNEELING: D. Regnier, G. Van Uden, P. Glasser, F' ,S?r ™ Rye, R. Meulebroeck, B. Vlaminck, M. Swedzinski, W. Skaar D. Fier, and J. Yeo. STANDING. J. Hammer, A. Esping, B. Wambeke, B. Claeys, D. Claeys, T. Kronnabetter, R. Espmg, M. Sanow, J. Morency, D. Differding, and B. Merritt. 73 Members of tire baseball team are KNEELING left to right: D. Bradley, P. Larson, M. Jasperson, R. De Roode, T. Christianson, B.M. Kiley, B. Fox, and J. Jerzak. STANDING: B. Lawrence, B. Pennings, B. VanDenBerge, L. Langsweirdt, S. Boerboom, P. Swedzinski, B.J. Kiley, S. Boerboom, J. Schulte, B. Obe, and Coach Dale Yost. BASEBALL HAS SHORT SEASON Although not quite dressed, the Viking squad is ready to load their bus and head for their first round of tourn- ament play. Here we see a few members of the team loading their equipment and getting set for the rigorous bout which lies ahead of them in the tournament games. The Vikings started out the baseball season right with a romp over Ruthton, beating them 12-7. The following three games were not so favorable as the Vikings were successively defeated. The Vikings, playing on the Ghent field, got back into the groove by defeating Balaton 13-10. Tom Christianson powered his first home run of the season over the center field fence in this game. From here the vikings clashed in successive games against Tracy, losing the first one 12-2 on Tracy's field and coming back strong on the Ghent field to trample Tracy 8-2. In the first round of District Tournaments, the Vikings tangled with Canby. Minneota emerged victorious with a 10-6 score. During this game Tom connected with his second homer of the season. Minneota then ran up against the tough Ivanhoe team in the 2nd round of tournies and terminated their season here with a 6-2 loss. 74 Boys who participated in track during the 1968 season were, KNEELING left to right: D. Pohlen, C. Eischens, G. Wobbema, Mr. Homme; Coach, L. Roles, F. DeCock, and A. Geiwitz. STANDING, left to right: D. Gorecki, B. Lawrence, R. Kiley, J. Traen, S. Boerboom, and M. Traen. These boys participate in the various track events which range from running relays to throwing the shot put. SPORTS DEMAND SKILL AND STRENGTH Members of the newly formed golf team are from LEFT TO RIGHT: D. Dero, D. Spanton, A. Geiwitz, J. Schulte, L. Langsweirdt, and B. Canton. These boys brought the new sport into the school and started it off with a winning season. We congratulate them and hope for a larger team next year. 75 “M” CLUB MHS lettermen wearing their Viking blazers make the M formation symbolizing their M- Club. These members are athletes who have earned a letter in any sport authorized by a coach. Among their objectives, they strive to get the public inter- ested in sports of the school and encourage enrollment in sports. This year offciers chosen for the M-Club were Pat Coequyt, Pres.; Jerry Teigland, Vice Pres.; and Bob Fox, Sec-Trea- surer. Attending the cheerleading clinic in Granite Falls this fall, the MHS cheerleaders obtained new cheers and hints for improving school spirit. With help from their advisor, Miss Schrader, these girls transmitted their pep through pep fests and games to the student body. Their duties not only included pro- moting school spirit, but were also to represent our school and team in other towns as well. By their sportsmanship, an example was set for the whole stu- dent body. CHEERLEADERS LEAD Cheerleaders for the wrestling matches are Carol Van Hecke, Wendy Severson, and Janet Christianson. 76 Members of the A-squad basketball cheerleaders are Connie Dero, Cheri Traen, Janet Kompelien, Joan Traen, and Sue Afdem. SCHOOL SPIRIT Leading the cheers for the B-squad basketball games are, KNEELING, Cindy Merritt, STANDING LEFT TO RIGHT, Gloria Coequyt, Lois Thostenson, and Laurie Wigness. 77 SENIORS PA R TE SUSAN AFDEM: Cheerleader 1-4; Chorus 2-4; Cl. Pres. 2; Cl. Play, St. Dir. 3-4; Declam 1; Dr. Club 2; FHA 1; GAA 1,2, 4; Ger. Club 2, 3; Girl- Stat. Alt. 3; Glee Club 4; HC Queen 4; Majorette 1-4; Paper 1-4; Editor 4; Annual 3; Pep Club 1-4; St. Coun. 2-3; V. P. 3; Teen Coun. 1. DELBERT AHLSCHLAGER: Ftb. 1, 4; Rat Club 4. DONNA BLOMME: FHA 2,3; Pep 2. JUDY BOERBOOM: FHA 4; HC Royalty 4; Cen. Cl. Off. 1; Pep 4; Cen. Pep 1-3. PEGGY BOERBOOM: Chorus 4; FHA 4; Glee Club 4; Cen. Gl. Club 3; Pep 4; Cen. Pep 1-3. STEVE BOERBOOM: Bsb. 4; Ftb. 4; M-Club 4; Rat Club 4. GREG BOT: DICK BRADLEY: Bsb. 4; BB 1; Chorus 3-4; Ger. Club 3; Rat Club 4. TONY BURETTA: Chorus 3, 4; Minstrels 4; Cl. Play 3; Ger. Club 3; Rat Club 4; Wr. 3. ELAINE BUYSSE: FHA 2, 3; GAA 4; Pep 1-4. NOREEN BUYSSE: Chorus 2, 3, 4; Cen. Cl. Play 3; FHA 4; Glee Club 4; Cen. Glee Club 2, 3; Pep 3, 4. GUS BUYSSE: Ftb. 1-4; M-Club 4; Cen. 3; Rat Club 4; Sci. Club 1,2; St. Coun. 1. GEORGE CALLENS: Cen. Cl. Play 1, 3; Cl. Play 4. MARC CHRISTIANSON: Band 1-4; Cl. Ens. 1-3; St. Band 4; BB St. Man. 2, 4; Boy Stater 3; Chorus 1-4; Octet 3, 4; Minstrels 1-4; Voc. Solo 4; St. Coun. 2, 4; Cl. Pres. 4; Cl. Play 3, 4; Declam 2-4; Ftb. 1; St. Man. 2; Ger. Club 3; M-Club 3,4; Paper 2-4; Nat. Hon. Soc. 3, 4; One-Act Play 4; Rat Band 4; Rat Club 4. TOM CHRISTIANSON: Band 1-4; St. Band 3,4; Bsb. 1-4; BB 1-4; Chorus 1-4; Minstrels 4; Octet 3,4; Cl. Sec. 1; V. P. 2; M-Club 2-4; Rat Band 4; Rat Club 4. JEANENE CLAEYS: Band 1-4; Cl. Play 4; Declam 1, 4; FHA 2, 3; Ger. Club 2-4; Paper 4; Nat. Hon. Soc. 4. PAT COEQUYT: BB 1; Chorus 4; Cl. Off. 4; Ftb. 1- 4; Minstrels 4; M-Club 3, 4; Rat Club 4; Sci. Club 1; Track 1-3; Wr. 3, 4. RANDY DE ROODE: BB 1; Bsb. 2, 3,4; Cen. Cl. Off. 3; Ftb. 1-4; M-Club 4; Rat 4. JERRY DESMET: FFA 1-3; Tr. 1-3; M-Club 1-3. JOHN DESMET: FFA 2, 3. ANDREA DE SUTTER: FHA 4; Lib. 3; Pep 1-4; Cen. One-Act PI. 2. MIKE DE SUTTER: Cen. Intra. BB. 1-3. PATSY DOMBEK: Art Cl. 4; FHA 1-4; Ger. Cl. 3; Pep 2-4. JOAN DOWNING: FHA 1-4; Rep. 3; Lib. 3, 4; An- nual 4; Pep 1 -4. RICK DOWNING: FHA 1-4; M-Club 3, 4; Rat Club 4; Tr. 3; Wr. 3, 4. CHAD DROWN: Ftb. 1, 3; Wr. 3. LINDA ESPING: Chorus 1; FHA 2, 3; GAA 1. BOB FOX: BB 1-3; Bsb. 1-4; Ftb. 1-4; Ger. Cl. 3- M-Club 2-4; Rat Cl. 4; Tr. 1-3. FRASER GEIWITZ: Band 1-4; BB 1-4; Bsb. 1, 2; Chorus 1-3; Minstrels 1-3; Cl. PI. 3, 4; Deciam 2- 4; Ftb. 1; Ger. Cl. Sec. -Treas. 3, 4; Golf 3; M-Club 4; Nat. Hon. Soc. 3, 4; Rat Band 4; Rat Cl. 4; St. Coun. Pres. 4; Teen Coun. 1; Tr. 1,2. VICKI GULLICKSON: Art 4; Band 1-4; Cheerleader 1; Chorus 4; Cl. Treas. 3; Cl. Play 3; FHA 1, 2; GAA 1-3; Ger. Cl. 3; Glee Club 4; Annual 3; Pep 1-3; Sci. Cl. 1-2. 78 IN VARIOUS ACTIVI TIES DIANE GUZA: FHA 1. MAVIS HANCOCK: Art 4; Band 1-4; FHA 4; GAA 4; Ger. Cl. 3, 4; Pep 3. GARY HART: Debate 2; Ftb. 1; M-Club 2-4; Tr. 1-3. RICK HEGGESETH: Band 1-4; St. Band 4; BB St. Man. 2-4; Chorus 1-4; Octet 3, 4; Minstrels 4; Pres. 4; Cl. Play 3, 4; Declam 4; Ftb. 1,2, 4; Ger. Cl. 3; M-Club 3, 4; Nat. Hon. Soc. 3, 4; One-Act PI. 4; Rat Band 4; Rat Cl. 4; Santa Claus 3, 4. KRIS HENNEN: Chorus 4; Debate 4; Declam 4; FHA 4; Glee Cl. 2, 4; Lib. 2, 4; Annual 3, 4. JANICE HOSECK: MIKE JASPERSEN: BB 2-3; Bsb. 1-4; Ftb. 2, 3; M-Club 1-4; Rat Cl. 4. BRUCE JEREMIASON: Chorus 1; Cl. Play 4; Declam 4; FFA 1-4; One-Act Play 4. JACK JERZAK: BB 1-2; Bsb. 1, 2, 4; Ftb. 1-3; M-Club 2-4; Rat Club 4. KAY KAAS: FHA 1. ROSE KERN: FHA 1-4; GAA 4; Ger. Cl. 3; Pep 4. BOB J. KILEY: BB 1-3; Bsb. 2-4; Cl. Treas. 2; Ftb. 1; M-Club 3-4; Rat Club 4; Sci. Cl. 1; Tr. 1-3. BOB M. KILEY: Bsb. 2-4; Chorus 4; Minstrels 4; Cl. Play 3,4; Ftb. 3,4; M-Club 2-4, Nat. Hon. Soc. 2-4; Rat Club 4; Sci. Club 4. DENNIS KIMPE: FFA 1-3. BRENDA KRONABETTER: Band 1-4; FHA 2; GAA 4; Ger. Cl. 2, 4; Pep 2-4. WAYNE KRUSE: Band 1-4; St. Band 4; BB 1-4; Chorus 1-4; Minstrels 4; Cl. PI. 3; Declam 1; Ftb. 1-3; M-Club 4; Rat Cl. 4; St. Coun. 2; Tr. 1-3. PAT LALEMAN: FHA 1-4; His. 4; GAA 3; Pep 1-3. DOUG LANTGEN: BB 1-4; Bsb. 1, 2; Chorus 1, 2; Cl. Play 3; Ftb. 1-4; Ger. Cl. 2, M-Club 1-4; One-Act Play 2; Rat Cl. 4; Sci. Cl. 1; St. Coun. 1; Tr. 1-3. PAUL LARSON: Band 1-4; St. Band 4; BB 1-4; Bsb. 1-4; Chorus 1-4; Octet 3, 4; Minstrels 3, 4; Cl. Pres. 2, 3; Cl. Play 4; Ftb. 1-4; M-Club 1-4; Nat. Hon. Soc. 3, 4; Rat Band 4; Rat Cl. 4; Sci. Cl. 1; St. Coun. 3,4; Tr. 1-3. EDDIE LOZINSKI: BB 1-3; FFA 1-3; Rep. 2; Ftb. 1-4; M-Club 3, 4; Rat Club 4; Tr. 1-3; Wr. 4. MARSHA LYNCH: FHA 1-3; GAA 1. BOB MOORSE: Cl. Off. 1; Debate 4; Declam 4. JOHN MORENCY: Band 1-4; FI. Quar. 3; FI. Trio 4; Chorus 1-4; Minstrels 1-4; Cl. Play 3,4; Debate 3,4; Declam 1-3; Ger. Cl. 2-4; Rat Band 4; Rat Cl. 4; Sci. Cl. 1, 2; Wr. 3, 4. ELAINE MYHRE: FHA 1-4; Pep 2-4. LYN NELSON: Band 1-4; St. Band 4; Betty Crocker Award 4; Declam 1; Ger. Cl. 3,4; Paper 4; Pep 1-4. MARGIE OLAFSON: Declam 4; FHA 1-4; Rep. 4; Lib. 3, 4; Pep 1, 3, 4. LINETTE OKRINA: Band 1-4; Sec. 4; Solo 2; FI. Ens. 3, 4; Chorus 2-4; Cl. Sec. 3, 4; Cl. PI. 3, St. Dir. 4; Declam 2, 4; Drama Cl. 2; FHA 1-4; Treas. 3; GAA 1, 3, 4; Sec. 4; Rep. 1; Ger. Cl. 3, 4; Pres. 4; Glee Cl. 4; Paper 1-4; Editor 4; Pep 1-4; Sci. Cl. 1. DIANE PANNECK: GAA 1-4; Ger. Cl. 2-4; Pep 1-4. DON PETERSON: FHA 1-4; Rat Cl. 4. JOANN RIECKE: FHA 3; GAA 1. 79 SENIOR ACTIVITIES (CON'T) LAWRENCE ROLES: M-Club 4; Tr. 4; Wr. 3, 4. MIKE RYE: Chorus 1-4; Minstrels 4; Cl. Play 3; Declam 2-4; FFA 1,2; Ger. Cl. 3,4; M-Club 4; Rat Cl. 4; Wr. 3, 4. DOUG SARAZYN: FFA 2, 3. GLORIA SNYDER: Band 2-4; FHA 2-4; GAA 2-4; Pep 2-4. JOE STANTAERT: BB Intra. 3, 4. SHIRL STOKS: Art Cl. 1, 2, 4; Pres. 4; Band 2-4; Chorus 1-4; Solo 4. Cl. V. P. 3; Cl. Play 3; Drama Cl. 2; FHA 1-4; Sec. 3; Rec. Leader 4; GAA 1,2, 4; Cl. Rep. 2; Glee Cl. 4; HC Att. 3, 4; Annual Ass't. Ed. 3, 4; Pep 1-4; Pres. 4; Teen Coun. 1, 2. FRANCIS STURM: FFA 3; Cl. Play 4; Wr. 3, 4. LARRY SUMMERFELT: Cl. Play 4; BB 1; FFA 1, 2; Ftb. 3; M-Cl. 3, 4; Tr. 2, 3. DAN SUSSNER: BB 1, 2; Cl. Play 4; FFA 3. LIN SWEDZINSKI: FHA 3, 4; Pep 2-4. PAUL SWEDZINSKI: BB 1, 2; Bsb. 1-4; Cl. V. P. 1; Ftb. 1-4; M-Club 2-4; Rat Cl. 4; Teen Coun. 1; Tr. 1; Nat. Hon. Soc. 4. JERRY TEIGLAND: Band 1-4; St. Band 3,4; V. P. 4; BB 1-4; Chorus 1-4; V. P. 3; Minstrels 4; Cl. Pres. 1; Treas. 4; Cl. Play 4; FFA 1; Ftb. 1, 3, 4; M-Club 3, 4; Sec. 3, V. P. 4; Rat Band 4; Rat Cl. 4; St. Coun. 1,3; Tr. 1,2; Nat. Hon. Soc. 4. JOHN TELSTE: GORDON TIMMERMAN: Chorus 1-4; Cl. Play 2 3- Rat Cl. 4. JOHN THOLEN: Cl. Play 3, 4; Rat Cl. 4; Sci. Cl. 2. CHERI TRAEN: Band 2-4; Cheerleader 1, 3, 4; Cho rus 1-4; Triple Trio 1; Cl. PI. 3,4; Debate 1,2; Declam 1, 3, 4; FHA 1, 2; GAA 1, 3, 4; Cl. Rep. 3; Ger. Cl. 3, 4; Girl-Stater 3; Glee Club 4; HC Att. 1; Annual 3, 4; Ed. 4; Nat. Hon. Soc. 3, 4; One- Act Play 2,4; St. Dir. 2; Pep 1-4; St. Coun. Sec. JIM VANDE PUTTE: FFA 3, 4; Ftb. St. Man. 3, 4; M-Club 4; Tr. 3. DELORES VAN DORPE: Chorus 3, 4; FHA 4; Glee Cl. 3, 4; Lib. 1; Pep 1-4; Queensbook 3. CAROL VAN HECKE: Cheerleader 4; Cl. Play 4; FHA 1-4; GAA 1-4; HC Att. 4; Annual 4. BOB VAN HECKE: FFA 1-3. DENNIS VERSCHELDE: FFA 2. EUGENE VERSCHELDE: FFA 1-3. JIM VLAMINCK: M-Club 3, 4; Rat Cl. 4; Track 3; Wr. 3,4. MARLENE VLAMINCK: Art Cl. 4; Cl. Play 3; FFA Sweetheart 4; FHA 1-4; GAA 3, 4; Annual 4; Pep PETE VLAMINCK: FFA 1, 2. TOM VLAMINCK: FFA 1-4; Rat Cl. 4. MARY WAMBEKE: Art Cl. 4; FHA 1-4; GAA 1-4; Pep 2-4. PAT WAMBEKE: BB 1; Chorus 1-2; Cl. Play 3; FFA 1-3; Rat Cl. 4. The Seniors broke away from tradition when they chose their class rings. They are an oval stone set up on the ring with the Viking on one side and the symbols of the various academics on t other. Shown with the rings is the class flowe: the yellow rose, and tl pride of all seniors— their diploma. In Review INTERNATIONAL EVENTS 1. British hippies claim that their aim is different from that of American hippies they don't want to drop out of society, but to stay in and change it. 2. French President Charles DeGaulle stirred up a lot of controversy during 1967-here he explains why he feels Britain should not be a Common Market member. 3. Soldiers of the U.S. 4th Infantry Division rest atop Hill 1338 following a fierce battle with the North Viet- namese for the hill in the Dak To area. 4. Israeli soldiers fly their flag from a mosque in the Sinai desert captured by the Israelis during the short- lived Arab-lsraeli war in June of 1967. 5. Waving red-colored booklets of Mao's quotations, pro-communist Chinese swarm in front of the Govern or's House during May demonstrations in Hong Kong. 6. Mrs. Svetlana Alliluyeva, daughter of the late So- viet dictator Joseph Stalin, was a bit surprised that her defection created so much stir in the U. S. 7. In June, Soviet Premier Alexei N. Kosygin came to the United States to address the UN about the Arab- Israeli war and later talked with President Johnson. 8. An Army vehicle bears the casket of former West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer from Cologne Cathedral. April 25. following a Requiem Mass. 9. Suits came back into fashion during 1967. This one was designed by Lito Manalang for a young fashion house, the year-old British Moderns of New York. 10. This wide angle view of the moon's hidden side was taken on August 6. 1967 and transmitted back to the Jet Propulsion Lab in Pasadena. California. 11. Heavy monsoon rains turned most of South Viet- nam into a quagmire during the summer of 1967. Here. U.S. marines prepare to board a Chinook helicopter. 12. President Johnson, shown here in Vietnam, staunch- ly defended the nation's participation in the Vietnam war despite widespread protests and demonstrations.