Monroe High School - M Book Yearbook (Monroe, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1946 volume:

FORWARD theftears ahead, zt herts the zessorzs sti tsofresh zrz our minds zc itl tend to grocc ' dim, -z e -s need att the teadenshio zoc ca.rv muster—confident, strong and sfontamcous. There is onf one ft ace u here use cartsfind it --where the Jlfarines and other fighting men have found it zn this ztsa-r - -tssithins oters e tves. haZL GrcncrvzZ Sfie . CLnsier -d. Tia,ncit.Tgiriyz in l t ratio 1 tA eu cAjscz, fife fo ?xeef Jt u otz t ta e zc fong to com tnce yozc tAat tAefa.cu.Stv of J tf SSf £o zs a. ca. ZA tStC ?L czrz a-jpci 5 e ghozcjo, zcstffmg to fze p Scfe. ectc L artcf every student. zve sicne, too, tAczt tAcy enjoy tAe. assoc Sat cons ancf acfet tties of our AugAs scAoof. By the time one is graduated from high school he has spent much time acquiring knowledge. He also has had many opportune ties to acquire wisdom which is quite another thing. The past year has seen what is perhaps man's greatest achievement in the field of science. Some of no-ture's most closely guarded secrets are at last disclosed. Energy obtained from splitting atoms has tremendous possibilities for either good or evil. Wisdom in working out humon relations has not kept pace with scientific knowledge. It is imperative that we develop better understanding of human problems. Unless men of all races learn to live in harmony; unless we can rightly settle differences between various groups in our own country; all our scientific knowledge will avail us nothing. It would seem that these problems could be solved on a simple basis of right and wrong. I hope that you have acquired the wisdom to know right from wrong, and that you will keep your minds open and alert so that you may hove a share in solving the perplexing problems that face us. 6 ov 3 Teamwork is a word upon the lips of states men, soldiers, industrialists, educators churchmen, and students alike. Teamwork is hailed as the key that will unlock the closed doors that keep the people of the world apart. Whatever the problem that this harried and perplexed postwor world presents, only teamwork offers hope of solving .it. The school year of 1945-46 wil go down in history as an outstanding year in athletics. This goal was reached because of the splendid teamwork of the players. During the war, teamwork wos called for on the fighting front. In these days when permanent peace is being shaped, teamwork alone, among great powers, bears any promise of success. Our national unity brought about by common peril is endangered no that the thunder of the guns is silenced. Prejudice forgotten or laid aside during the stress of war is picked up again when the normc process of peace are resumed. But the duties of peace demand team work as sternly as do the tasks o' war. You, the graduating class ot 1946, are facing these big problems As you set out to live your life, you must never lose the fact that thesi problems can and must be solved b; teamwork. COYLA MEAD BAKER Whitewater State Teachers College, B. E. Bookkeeping Geography Sponsor—Bulletin Advertising ALLAN F. BARNARD Carroll College Oshkosh State Teachers College, B. E. Instrumental Music Sponsor—Pep Band RUTH BAUMGARTNER North Central College, B. S. Clothing Sponsor—Jr. Red Cross Another happy bride—He shall have music—Stitch in time— First floor attraction—A prom without him. Never!—Why does everybody get married? MARY BUSS Platteville State Teachers College, B. S. Algebra Sponsor— Sophomore Class Tri-Hi-Y JOHN C. CALDER Oshkosh State Teachers College The Stout Institute Industrial Arts Sponsor—Drivers Education Junior Class EDYTHE POUNDER CARROLL Whitewater State Teachers, B. E. Typing Shorthand (First Semester) 7 ROBERT DAVENPORT University of Wisconsin, B. S. Vocational Agriculture Sponsor—Future Farmers’ Chapter Monroe Future Homemakers Jr. Dairy Herd Improvement Association KATHRYN ETTER University of Wisconsin University of Michigan School Nurse Sponsor — Home Nursing (First Semester) How that man can laugh!—Our own Florence She's seen the world— Sing please, or try to sing Vogue—How she knows her history! ELIZABETH HUMMEL Lawrence College, B. M. Music Sponsor—Mixed Chorus Jr. High School Mixed Chorus HELEN HURD University of Wisconsin, B. A. World History Sponsor—Debate AUDREY HARRINGTON St. Luke’s School of Nursing, R. N. Western Reserve University, P. H. N. Certificate School Nurse Sponsor—Home Nursing (Second Semester) Nightingale— —Right out of LA VON JONES University of Wisconsin, B. A., M. A. U. S. History Sponsor—Senior Class, Jr. Red Cross 8 FLOYD LEWIS Superior State Teach-ers Valley City State Teachers College, B. E. University of Wisconsin Geometry Advanced Algebra Sponsor—Drivers’ Education HELEN MARSH Iowa State College, B. S. Foods Sponsor—Boys’ Cooking (First Semester) KATHRYN OLTHAFER Platteville State Teachers College English 10 Sponsor—Bulletin, Forensics Tri-Hi-Y A very interesting teacher—Way to a man's heart is through his stomach—A fine Bulletin, thanks to her—How she loves popcorn-—He and Kipling are pals—We miss her bright, smiling face. VIRGIL FETTER Beloit College University of Wisconsin, B. S. Ph. M. Spanish Latin Sponsor—Tri-Hi-Y NAT PRESTON University of Wisconsin, B. S. Ph. M. Chemistry Physics Sponsor—Conservation VIRGINIA SCHMITT Mount Mary College, B. A. English Sponsor—Forensics. Dramatics (First Semester) 9 EVELYN SCHREEBER Stout Institute, B. S. Foods Sponsor—Boy’s Cooking. (Second Semester) LORAINE SCHUMACHER La Cross State Teachers College, B. E. Physical Education G. A. A. HOWARD SHARP Purdue University, B. P. E. Physical Education What's cooking? — Showers, showers, any showers? — Coach Sharp, Sharp is he!— The point is , He's a swell fellow—Why peo-'ple go to the library—Mr. Witt is a wit! FRED SIMPSON Platteville State Teachers College University of Wisconsin, B. E. American Problems Sponsor—Hi-Y M. CORRINE SWANSON River Falls State Teachers College University of Wisconsin, B. S. Junior English Librarian Sponsor—Annual ROBERT R. WITT University of Wisconsin, B. S. English Sponsor—Forensics Dramatics (S-econd Semester) 10 JEAN WOHLFORD Whitewater State Teachers College, B. E. Typing Shorthand (Second Semester) EVELYN HARTWIG Monroe High School Principal’s Secretary DORIS KUENG Juda High School Janesville Vocational School Superintendent's Secretary Typing is fun—School wouldn't be school without her—Information? Just ask Doris. Kill ST HOW: M. Prien, J. Srhwaigcr, H Geigcl, R. Khaiutmrek J. MIbh M. Busk. Mr. T. Holyoke. Mias L. Jones, Mr. J. Calder Klmer. SECOND ROW: W. Purcell, P. Alston. “Student Council at 4:00! That was the familiar statement heard by all Student Council members every second and fourth Thursday morning. For it was then that the law-making body of the school resumed business. When President Jerome Schwaiger called the meeting to order, the representatives of the classes expressed the wants and wishes of their classes as a whole. It was the Student Council that sponsored the mixers. Other activities this year were a beginner's dancing class, and let ter-writing to servicemen and women. Another task undertook by this group was that of raising money for charity, as the Red Cross and the Christmas Relief Fund. The last piece of work for the year is the sponsoring of the citizenship award to the outstanding girl and boy of the Senior Class. Now, what would the school do without the Student Council? lAe, pup c Is : 3ro?rt tAe irst day spent in, Senior AigA to the day op gradualior -use experience great pleasure cry class activit ccs. hfe Aaue tAougAt the, Tx or ? a. lit difficult at times, but u e realise, tAat as far as pleasure is concerned, our Aigh sc hoot days can -never Ae epualed. Idle trjr And so seniors, our high school days have drawn to a close. We leave security and face responsibility for the first time. We leave friends to find new friends, and we leave education to search for higher and better education. What we shall find depends entirely on the effort and enthusiasm with which we face the future. The world we live in tomorrow is the one that we ourselves make. School has been fun. We've made friends and had times we II never forget. All in all we may rightfully say our high school life has been a good life. The class officers were very capable too. Pres. Beckman kept order with a firm hand; Lillian Roth was always willing to help in whatever way she could. Listening to Jean Schoonover read the minutes was a pleasure, and when there were financial problems we could always rely on Marianne Speich to straighten them out. We seniors vow a never ending allegiance and remembrance to our school, and though we say farewell, we do not say goodbye. 16 LOIS AEBLY Friendly to everyone Jr. Red Croas 3; for Girls 2; Home 4; Bulletin 2, 4. F. F. A. Nursing PATRICIA ANDERSON Redheads are nice Ji. Red Cross 3; Home Nursing 4; G. A. A. 2; Tri-Hi-Y 4; Chorus 4. JANE BENDER Excels in debate Debate 4; Extemp. Speaking 4; Tri-Hi-Y 4; Chorus 4. Ei.tered as a senior from Ripon. BETTY BERG Sugar spice A everything nice F. F. A. for Girls 2; Home Nursing 4; G. A. A. 3; Bulletin 2: Prom Decoration Com. 3. AUDREY BABLER Dramatically Inclined Dramatics 4; Red Cross 3; Drivers Education 3; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4, Pres. 3; Tri-Hi-Y 3. 4; Forensics 2, 3, 4: M Book 4; Bulletin 2, 3, 4; Scholarship 2, 3. RAY BECKMAN Our worthy President Drivers Education 2: Pre-flight 3; Class Pres. 4; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; M Book 4: Bulletin 2. 3. 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Youth Council 3. 4. Pres. 4; Perfect Attendance 3; Prom Music Com. 3. Chr.; Prom Decoration Com. 3. KENNETH BEHRING Built for football Drivers Education 2; Hi- ’ 2, 3, 4, vice-Pres. 4; Football 2. 3. 4, Co-Captain 4; M Club 2. NANCY BISHOP The Wit Dramatics 2. 3; G. A. A. 2. 3: Tri-Hi-Y 2. 3, 4; Forensics 2. 3, 4; M Book 3, 4, Art Editor 4; Bulletin 2, 3. 4: Prom Decoration Com. 3: Prom Program Coni. 3, Chr.; Chorus 2, 3. WESLYN BLACK BOURN Everybody knows “Waggle” Drivers Education 2; Pre-flight 3. ANNA BLUM Her teeth, a dentist's dream Jr. Red Cross 3: F. F. A. for Girls 3; Home Nursing 4: Announcement Com. 4; Entered as a Junior from Milwaukee. 17 DOROTHY BLUM Forever Thinking Jr. Red Cross 3: F. F. A. for Girls 3: Home Nursing 4: Entered as a junior from Milwaukee. LOIS BLUM A Anger in every pie Dramatics 4: Jr. Red Croat 3: Drivers Education 3: (i A. A. 2. 3. 4: Class Sec. 3 Tri Hi-v 2. 3. 4. Treas. 3 Bulletin 2. 3. 4. Editor 4 Chorus 2: Scholarship 2. 3 Perfect Attendance 3; Stu dent Council 2: Prom Deco ration Com. 3. ELAINE BRENNECKE She loves life F. F. A. for Girls 2. 3; Home Nursing 4; G. A. A 2, 3. 4: Tri-Hi-Y 2. 3. 4. EVELYN BRUNKOW Solemn and sincere Chorus 2: Red Cross 2; Band 2, 3: Forensics 2, 3. RAYMOND BLI'MER His Spirits never daunted F. F. A. 2. 3. 4. MARIAN BOLL Dignity of a queen Dramatics 2. 3: Jr. Red Cross 3: Extemp. Speaking 3: G. A. A. 2. 3. 4: Tri-IH Y 3. 4: Forensics 2. 3, 4: Bulletin 2, 4. THOMAS BRENNAN A book of knowledge Conservation 4: Drivers Education 2. SHIRLEY Bl'DDE You can be our “Budde” anytime Jr. Red Cross 3; F. F. A. for Girls 2; Drivers Education 2; Home Nursing 4. Personality Plus pass Pres. 2: Hi-Y 2. 3, 4: M Book 4: Football Manager 3; Basketball Manager 3; Scholarship 2, 3: Student Council 3: Prom Decoration Com. 3; Golf Team 3. 4. DOROTHY BUTTS A mind of her own G. A. A. 4; Trl-Hi-Y 4; Entered as a seior from South Wayne. 18 JOHN CALDER Baseball's his meat Drivers Education 2; Pre-flight 3: Class Treas. 3; Hi-Y 2. 3, 4; Football 2, 3. 4: Basketball 2. 3, 4; M Club 2; Prom Decoration Com. 3. JOYCE CLARK Always Calm Jr. Red Cross 2; F. F. A. for (Iiris 2; Drivers Education 3; G. A. A. 2, 4, Sec. 4. MADALEX CORYELL A genuine blond! Dramatics 2; Jr. Red Cross 2; Horae Nursing 4; Girls Manual Arts 3; Chorus 2. MAXINE CRANDALL Common sense, plus Hrtlsti Dramatics 2, 3; Orehesti 3, 4. Treas. 4; Extern Speaking 2; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 4; Forensics 2. 3. 4 ; M Boo 4; Bulletin 2, 8, 4; Artist I rom Decoration Com. I Youth Council 4; Colo Flower Com. 4; Band 3, 4 HAROLD DAVIDSON Ob, that smile Drivers Education 2; ('lass Vice-Pres. 2; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4, Sec. 2, 3: Foolball 2. 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; M Club 2; Prom Decoration Com. 3. MARIAN DIECKIIOFF Good as Gold Dramatics 2; Orchestra 2, 3. 4; Band 2. 3. 4: Home Nursing 4: G. A. A. 2. 3. 4; Pep Band 2. 3. 4; Scholarship 2. 3; Tri-Hl-Y 4: Music Festival Ratings 1 first. 1 Second; Chorus 4. ETHA DISC II Elt Intelligence enough for the Senior Class Debate 3; F. F. A. for Girls 2: Drivers Education 2; Home Nursing 4; Tri-Hi-Y 4: M Book 4; Scholarship 2. 3; Prom Decoration Com. DOLORES DITTMAR All we can do is whistle Dramatics 2; G. A. A. 2, 3; Tri-Hi-Y 3. 4; Bulletin Advertising 2, 3, 4; Prom Decoration Com 3. MARY Dl'RNER She Certainly has fun Dramatics 4; Drivers Edu cation 3: G. A. A. 2. 3. 4; Tri-Hi-Y 2. 3. 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Chorus 3, 4; Cap and Gown Com. 4. FRIEDA Dt RTSCHI Listens and Absorbs Jr. Red Cross 3; Drivers Education 2; Preflight 3; Home Nursing 4: Extemp. Speaking 2; G.- A. A. 2. 3. 19 JOHN KLEY Our handy cameraman Orchestra 2. 3. 4: Band 2. 3, 4. Manager 4; Drivers Ed-neation 2; M Book 4; Music Festival Ratings 1 first: Announcement Com. 4. Chr. DONALD ERICKSON Do.val and undemanding Conservation 4; Drivers Education 2; Preflight 3. SHIRLEY ETHRIDGE People intercut her Jr. Red Cross 3; G. A. A. 2. RICHARD EVANS Our man “Golden Toe” Dramatics 3; Drivers Education 2; Hl-Y 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3. 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; M Club 2; Chorus 2. 3; Prom Decoration Com. 3. HARLAN FAHERTY A mysterious lad F. F. A. 2; Chorus 2. FREDERICK FELDER The outdoor type Drivers Education 2; Football 3, 4. ROBERT FERN8TAEDT A whole trunk full of medals M Club 2. 3; Football 2, 3; Basketball 2. 3; Served in Armed Forces. JUNE FIELD Junle with the light blond hair” Jr. Red Cross 3: Drivers Education 3; Home Nursing 4; G. A. A. 2. LORRAINE FRIEDLI Always Laughing F'. F. A. for Girls 2, 4; Girls Manual Arts 3; G. A. A. 2. BARBARA FRITZ Her laughter is immortal Drivers Education 2; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Bulletin Advertising 2, 3, 4; Cheer- leader 3, 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3. 20 Kl'TII GEIGEL Lots of good common sense Jr. Red Cross 3; Orchestra 4; Band 2, 3, 4, Sec. 4; Home Nursing 4: Tri-Hi-Y 3, 4; M Book 4; Bulletin 2, 3; Pep Band 4; Youth Council 3, 4; Chorus 4; Student Council 4, Sec.; Prom Invitation Com. 3; Perfect Attendance 3; Music Festival Ratings 1 second; Motto Com. 4, Chr. ROBERT GIBBONS Our local Romeo Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3, 4; M Club 2; Prom Decoration Coin. 3; Golf 4. DONA GILBO A natural leader Dramatics 2, 3; G. A. A. 2, 3; Class Sec. 2; Tri-IIi-Y 2, 3, 4, Pres. 3; Forensics 2, 3; M. Book 3, 4, Editor 4; Scholarship 2, 3; Youth Council 3. 4, Sec. 3. 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Prom Refreshment Com. 3, Chr.; Motto Com. 4. HERBERT HAMAN Always wonders why F. F. A. 2; Conservation 4; Drivers Education 2; Pre-flight 3. JOYCE HAMAX There’s a ring on her finger” Jr. Red Cross 3; Drivers Education 3; Home Nursing ESTHER HANSELMAN Quite a knitter Dramatics 4; Debate 4; Drivers Education 3; G. A. A. 2; Tri-Hi-Y 3, 4; Bulletin 2; Chorus 2, 4. GLADYS HANSON Loves to skate G. A. A. 4; Entered as a junior from Brodhead. WILLIAM IIA B DELL Just plain cute Drivers Education -2; Hi-Y 2. 3. 4: Football 3. 4: Basketball 2. 3. 4; M Club 2; Track 3; Prom Decoration Com. 3. ALBERTA HARTWIG An awfully nice person Bulletin Advertising 2, 3 4; Chorus 2, 3. ElT LA LIE HELMEID She smiles free of charge Handicraft 2. 21 MARGUERITE HINDS Peaches Cream Complexion Orchestra 4; Band 2, 3, 4: Drivers Education 3: Home Nursing 4; Tri-Hl-Y 2, 3, 4: Bulletin Advertising 2; Perfect Attendance 3; Prom Decoration Coin. 3; Music Festival Ratings 2 seconds. MARLY8 ISELY A good worker Jr. Red Cross 3: Preflight 3; Home Nursing 4; Bulletin Advertising 2, 4: Scholarship 3; Flower Com. 4. JOHN HUFFMAN Quietness is godliness F. F. A. 2, 3, 4. STANLEY HUFFMAN A regular guy B. F. A. 2. 3. 4; Football 2. rATKICIA HOGAN Such Lovely Clothes Jr. Red Cross 2. 3; G. A. A. 2; Bulletin Advertising 4: Chorus 3 MAX KEEGAN Telegrams are his specialty LUCILLE KELLER More patlenee than Columbus Drivers Education 4; Girls Manual Arts 3; G. A. A. 2. PRISCILLA KOHLI Always pleasant Orchestra 2. 3. 4; Band 2; Drivers Education 3; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3. 4; Bulletin 2; Prom Invitation Com. 4, Chr.: Pep Band 2. 3: Music Festival Ratings 6 firsts, 2 seconds. MARJORIE HOLCOMB The Thinker Dramatics 2; Home Nursing 3. 4; Tri-Hi-Y 3. 4; Bulletin 2: Bulletin Advertising 4; Chorus 2. RALPH KRAUS8 Ueads a gay life F. F. A. 2, 3, 4. 22 CHARLES HUMMER AIwh.vm liappy F. F. A. 2, 3: Conservation 4; Drivers Education 2; Track 3. RUSSELL KUNDERT King of the dance Moor Drivers Education 2: Hi-Y 2. 3, 4; Football 2, 3; Basketball 2, 3. 4; M Club 2; Football Manager 4; per. feet Attendance 2. 3; Prom Decoration Coin. 3: Track 3: Cap and Gown Com. 4, Chr. FORREST LAD WIG Strong, silent type F. F. A. 2, 3. 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3. PHYLLIS LADWIG Maid of health Home Nursing 4; G. A. A. 2; Prom Decoration Committee 3. CATHERINE LAWYER Thoughtful of others F. F. A. for Girls 3; Home Nursing 4; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi-Y 3; Bulletin 2. LLOYD LEUENBERGER A true gentleman Conservation 4; Drivers Education 2; Chorus 4. PATRICIA MAURER Blushes like a rose Dramatics 4; Drivers Education 3; G. A. A. 2; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 ; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Chorus 3, 4; Cap and Gown Com. 4. � K'MHinaiured fellow • fi’ A o2, 3’ 4; drivers Education 3. NATHAN MAUERMANN M-m-m those flashy shirts F. F. A. 4; Drivers Education 3. LENWOOD MONTE “The Voice” Band 4; Drivers Education 3; Bulletin 2; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Prom. Decoration Com. 3. 23 PAUL MUELLER A Junior girl's dreum Drivers Education 2: Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Football 2, 3, 4; Basket hall 2, 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; M Club 2; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Track 3. PATRICIA McGINLEY The Irish are okay Dramatics 2. 3; Debate 4: Drivers Education 3; Home Nursing 4; Extemp. Speaking 2, 4; G. A. A. 4; Hi-Y 2, 3. 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Chorus 2. 3. 4. PAULINE PATTERSON She’ll lend anybody her last nickel F. F. A. for Girls 3; Dtiv ers Education 4; Tri-Hi-Y 3, 4: Bulletin 2. DONOVAN PRIEN Donovan’s going places F. F. A. 3. 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Youth Council 4; Intramurals 4. WAYNE RARE His heart belongs to a junior Conservation 3, 4; Drivers Education 2; Hi-Y 3, 4; Intramurals 3; Football 3; Basketball 2. 3. DONNA REESE Definitely Date Halt Dramatics 2, 3, 4; Debate 2; Orchestra 3, 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Drivers Education 3; G. A. A. 2; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3. 4, Forensics 2, 3, 4; Youth Council 3, 4; Bulletin Advertising 2; Prom Queen 3; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Music Festival Hating 1 second. JOYCE PEHL Just wliat Powers is looking for F. F. A. for Girls 2; Drivers Education 4; Girls Manual Arts 3. DARLYNE RINEHART She likes to read Itcd Cross 2, 3. 4; Drivers Education 2; Careers for Girls 4. GEORGIA PICK We’d “Pick” you up anyday Drivers Education 3; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi-Y 4. PATRICIA RIFFLE Her giggle Is music Dramatics 4; Tri-Hi-Y 4; Bulletin 4; Youth Council 4; Entered as a senior fpom Kenosha. % 24 LILLIAN ROTH One grand girl Jr. Ked Cross 2. 3. 4; Drivers Education 3; ('lass Treas. 2; Class Vice-Pres. 4; Bulletin 2; Scholarship 2, 3; Flower Com. 4. FRANCES RUFI Plumb full of life F. F. A. for Girls 2 Band 3, 4; Chorus 4. ALICE SCHMID Three cheers for the Swiss! Jr. Red Cross 2; Drivers Education 3; Home Nursing 4; Girls Manual Arts 3; Tri-Hi-Y 3, 4; Bulletin Advertising 2 3. 4; Chorus 2: Perfect Attendance 2. 3; Scholarship 2, 3. MARJORIE SCHMID Could make anything grow Orchestra 3. 4: Band 2, 3. 4: Pep Band 4; Music Festival Ratings 1 first, 1 second. JEAN SCHOONOVER A credit to ail women Band 2, 3, 4; Drivers Education 3; Home Nursing 4; G. A. A. 2, 3. 4; Class Sec. 4; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Pep Band 2, 3, 4; Perfect Attendance 2; Music Festival Ratings 2 firsts; Orchestra 2. 3, 4, Vice-Pres. 4; Chorus 2; Forensics 4; Youth Council 4. JUNE SCHOONOVER Just loads of fun Jr. Red Cross 4; Orchestra 2, 3, 4. Pres. 4; Band 2, 3, 4; Drivers Education 3; Home Nursing 4: G. A. A. 2. 3. 4; Tri-Hi-Y 2. 3, 4, Treas. 4; Pep Band 2, 3, Music Festival Ratings 3 Hirsts JEROME 8CHWAIGER The World’s greatest tease Drivers Education 2; Class Vice-Pres. 3; HI-Y 2, 3, 4, Treas. 4; hootball 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2; M Club 2; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Student Council Pres. 4. LELAII 8CHWARTZLOW Ail answer for everything G. A. A. 2; Tri-Hi-Y 3. 4; Scholarship 3; Flower Com. 4. ELIZABETH SEGNER Our black-eyed Betsy Dramatics 3; G. A, A. 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi-Y 4; Bulletin 2, 3, 4. ROLAND SHAMBIREK Bound' to be a success Jr. Red Cross 3: Class Pres. 3; Hi-Y 2, 3. 4; Football 2. 3. 4; Basketball 2, 3, 4; M Club 2; Bulletin 2, 3, 4; Scholarship 2. 3; Youth Council 3. 4; Student Council 4: Perfect Attendance 2; Track 3; Prom Decoration Com. 3; M Book 4. 25 buthelu shake UIT” is lovable Dramatics 2, 3 A. A. 2, lender 2. 3, 4; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3. 4; Cheer-Chorus 2. WAYNE SHELTON Silence 1m golden Conservation 3, 4; Chorus 4. CHARLES SODDY Not so bashful F. F. A� . 2. 3, 4: Football 2, 3. 4; M Club 2. MARIANNE SPEICH What a wife she'll make! Dramatics 4; Drivers Education 3; G. A. A. 2, S, 4: Class Treas. 4: Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; M Book 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3; Scholarship 2, 3. akthir spoekry A land lovin' man F. F A. 2, 3, 4; Drivers Ed ucation 2. LOIS 8TAUFFACHER Likes most everything Dramatics 2; Band 2, 3, 4: Tri-Hi-Y 4. WANDA STETTLER Lovely Hands Drivers Education 2; Home Nursing 4; Girls Manual Arts 3; Scholarship 3. DOROTHY S WANTON Hi Curly Top! Drivers Education 2; Handicraft 2. EILEEN SWANTON What a secretary she’d make! Drivers Education 2; Chorus 2; Handicraft 2. VIRGINIA THKILEK Will write or die Dramatics 2, 3, 4; Jr. Red Cross 4; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3. 4. Vice-Pres. 3: M. Book 4: Bulletin 2K 3, 4; Prom Invitation Com. 3; Chorus 2, 4. 26 GERALD THOMPSON Gum, watch tlionc crack� ! Dramatics 2; Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Football Manager 2, 3, 4; Basketball Manager 2, 3, 4; Perfect Attendance 3; Prom Decoration Com. 3. ELIZABETH TIMM A considerate friend Dramatics 2; Drivers Education 3; G. A A. 2, 3, 4 Tri-Hi-Y 3, 4. HETTY TRELOAR Where there's a will there a way Dramatics 3; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Tri-IIi-Y 3, 4; Forensics 3; Bulletin 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Scholarship 2, 3; Flower Com. 4. I)ELEA TRELOAR Like a Mexican Jumping bean Dramatics 2, 3; G. A. A. 3; Tri-Hi-Y 3. 4; Bulletin 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Perfect Attendance 2, 3. JAMES VOELKLI Our Navy Man Football 2, 3: Serving in the Armed Forces. VIOLA VON ARX iiery dependable Jr. Bed Cross 2, 3; Drivers Education 3; Home Nursing 4; G. A. A. 2. RICHARD WAINWRIGHT Dick's some athlete Tri-Hi-Y 2. 3. 4. Vice-Pres. 4; Football 2. 3, 4, Co-Captain 4; Basketball 2, 3. 4; M Club 2: Prom Decoration Com. 3; Track 8. CAROLE WALD Resembles a madonna Jr. Bed Cross 2. 3; Drivers Education 4: G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Prom Decoration Com. 3. KITH WENGER Those big. brown eyes Dramatics 2. 3; G. A. A. 2. 3. 4; Tri-Hi-Y 2, 3, 4; Forensics 2, 3; M. Book 3. 4: Bulletin 2, 3. 4; Chorus 2. 3: Prom. Decoration Com. 3: Prom Music Com. 3; Scholarship 2; Music festival Bating 2 firsts. LOVEDY WOLF Observing as an FBI man Dramatics 2; Jr. Red Cross 3; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4. 27 C- la ££ 127 somewhat baffled students entered Monroe High School in 1943 to further their education. It wasn't too long, however, before they all settled down to the routine of their classes. In one of the first class meetings, the sohomores elected Ernest Buhlman as president, Harold Davidson to fill the vice-presidency, Dona Gilbo to keep the minutes, and Lillian Roth as treasurer. To voice the opinion of the class in meetings of the Student Council, Alice Van Matre and Lois Blum were chosen as being most capable. Mr. Edmund Anderson served as advisor. The following students received scholarships for their outstanding record for that year: Audrey Babler, Lois Blum, Marian Boll, Ernest Buhlman, Marian Dieckhoff, Etha Discher, Ruth Geigel, Dona Gilbo, Herbert Haman, Nancy Houser, Priscilla Kohli, Lillian Roth, Alice Schmid, Marianne Speich, Roland Shamburek, Betty Treloar, Alice Van Matre and Ruth Wenger. Pug Share represented the sophomores in cheerleading. The following fall, 127 re-entered to begin their work as juniors. Roland Shamburek was elected class president, with Jerome Schwaiger as his able-assistant. Lois Blum and John Colder filled the offices of secretary and treasurer respectively. Nancy Houser and Ernest Buhlman helped to govern the student body. The class was capablv advised by Mr. John C. Colder. Because of the lack of a good place to get together for fun, the students decided a youth center would be ideal. To promote this, a Youth Council was organized. Representing the junior class were Roy Beckman, Ruth Geigel, Dona Gilbo, Jerome Schwaiger, and Roland Shamburek. In an effort to finance a memorable prom 28 the juniors really outdid themselves in selling magazine subscriptions, for a total amount of $1,068 was sold. Betty Berg and David Gnagi shared honors for their super salesmanship. The decorations for the prom were under the supervision of Nancy Houser; music, Ray Beckman; and refreshmnts. Dona Gilbo. Nancy Bishop took care of the program cards, and invitations were sent out by Priscilla Kohli and her committee. Roland Shamburek, king, and his queen, Donna Reese, led the grand march at the Junior Promenade. The theme of the prom was a nautical one, depicting a ship's deck complete with masts, sails, fish nets, gangplank and life preservers. Nancy Houser and Dona Gilbo received awards from the Wisconsin State Forensic Association for their excellent speech work. Pug Share and Barbara Fritz were cheerleaders in their junior year. Audrey Babler, Lois Blum, Ernest Buhlman, Marian Dieckhoff, Etha Discher, Frieda Durtschi, Ruth Geigel, Dona Gilbo, Priscilla Kohli, Nancy Houser, Lillian Roth, Alice Schmid, Marlys Isely, Lelah Swartzlow, Jerome Schwaiger, Roland Shamburek, Marianne Speich, Wanda Stettler, and Betty Tre-loar earned scholastic honors during their junior year. Only 112 students returned to finish their high school careers. Included among these were Bob Fernstaedt and Jim Voelkli, two returned veterans. As president of the senior class, Ray Beckman proved himself both ambitious and versatile. Lillian Roth, vice-president; Jean Schoonover, secretary; and Marianne Speich, treasurer were equally qualified. Jerome Schwaiger was elected president of the governing council of Monroe High School. Ruth Geigel and Roland Shamburek were our senior representatives. The football co-championship team of 1945 had many outstanding players. Among them were: Captains Kenneth Behring and Richard Wainwright,. Harold Davidson, Paul Mueller,, Roland Shamburek, Jerome Schwaiger, William Hardell, Richard Evans, Jack Colder, Charles Soddy, and Fred Felder, who played their last game for M H S. Not to be outdone, the Cheesemakers' basketball squad came through with flying colors to capture the conference championship for 1946. The seniors playing on the undefeated team for the last time were: Captains Paul Mueller and Harold Davidson, Dick Wainwright, Russell Kundert, Jack Colder, Bill Hardell, Bob Gibbons, and Dick Evans. The class chose Today We Follow, Tomorrow We Lead , as its motto, and the snapdragon for its flower. The colors picked were blue and white. Filling the responsible position of editor of the Bulletin, our school paper, was Lois Blum, with Ruth Wenger and Betty Treloar as her assistants. Dona Gilbo was editor-in-chief of the M Book. The staff included Audrey Babler, Maxine Crandall, Ruth Wenger, Marianne Speich, Virginia Theiler, Ada Dobbs, Roland Shamburek, John Eley, Ruth Geigel, Ernest Buhlman, Richard Rupnow, Harriett Towell, Nancy Bishop, Ray Beckman, Mildred Reider, Etha Discher, and Henry Wieman. Miss Cor-rine Swanson was advisor. After impressive baccalaureate and com-mencemni services, these students left Monroe High cherishing memories of their school days. Upon them rests the responsibility of a lasting peace. We know that they will prove themselves worthy of this great task. yiicv Remember the prom? Well, these are the juniors who sponsored it. Ah yes, many a mile was covered so as to sell enough magazines. And don't forget the football games. It was the juniors who froze selling refreshments throughout the game. When finally enough money was raised, the problem came up of the theme. After much discussion as to the theme, a decision was finally made. Then came the decorating. Those nights in the gym were never to be for-gottn nights when everything imaginable happened. At the beginning of the year elections were held. Those who gained the support of the class were: Malcolm Marti, president, Leo Hilflicker, vice-president, Jane Colder, secretary, and Lois Speich, treasurer. 30 FIRST HOW: U. K lief son. .1. Miller, A. Weckerly. J. Calder, II. Bieiicimt. X. Elmer. A, Patterson. I . Shaker. i Voifol, .1. l ue. SK(’OM) HOW: M. Hoffman. J. Severson. J. Martin. N. Hilliard. J. Klmer. J. Solomon, J. Foster. K. Severson. E. Robertson, V. Brankow. THIRD HOW: M. Kinder. A. Dobbs. S. Prien. (S. Beck, E. Burl, R. Cotherman. M. Timm. K. Van Wagenen, K. Foulker. A. runningliam. H. Maurer. L. De Reiner. FOURTH ROW: I . Uerber, .1. Campbell, K. Demanouske, C. Miller, Mot , S. AfTolter. E. Schuetx, K. Jones, S. Spaide. E. Benkert, J. MoldenhaiUT. SMILES—SO EARLY? 31 FIRST ROW: J. Orton. R. Johnson. D. Eley, R. Ableman, Miss M. Russ. V. Moon. I). Rod. R. Beinema, R. Bruni. W, Pur celL SECOND ROW: N. Hinds, A. Kubly. D. Krupke. V. Schumacher. A. Wenger. R. Gerber. C. Evenson, B. Bieger, L. Jacobs. E. Grossenbacher. L. Buri. THIRD ROW: M. Dobbs. C Briggs. M. Brennan. C. Etter. C Howe, J. Trumpy. B. Kleinm.. J. Staffon. S. Steiner, J. Maurer. D Courtney, J. Dwy -r. FOI’RTH ROW: V. Berg. D. Seeholzer. C. Soddy, R. (Jor-dee. R. Isely, D. Ellingson. R. Kundert. N. Johnson. C Drafahl. R. Stauffacher. F. Tschudy. C. Horisberger, K. Luchsinger Fascinated by the new adventures ahead of them, but still rather puzzled about the routine of a Senior High student, the incoming sophomores entered M H S last September. However, it wasn't long before they were right in step with the crowd and feeling right at home. Senior High meant work and hard work, but along with it were the mixers, the many breathtaking games, the popular after-game dances and all the other unexpected fun they met. The new sophomores found themselves looking forwarc with much enthusiasm to the bi-monthly publico tion of the Bulletin and the ever-welcomed yypepy meetings. After first semester exams the y sophsy definitely considered themselves veterans and were ready for anything ahead of them. The year went buzzing along and before they had realized it, their first fun-packed year at M H S had passed. FIRST ROW: M. Bttrkhard. J. Grlttnell. R. Niederheri-er. A. Kisslin '. L. Stauffacher, A. Kryder. N. Waelti. R. Discher, M. Prien. X. Haldlman. J. Kundert. SECOND ROW : H. Elmer, H. Wells,, J. Tresncr. V Rube. X. Dittinar, X. lluber, R. Thompson. F. Blanc. L. Bishop. W. Bender. K. Andereck. THIRD ROW: W. Harrington. R. Holtsopple. A. Ilartwlg. R. Swanton, S. Saiicermaii. (;. Norton. A. Xorder. B. Saiicerman. P. Knaack, H. (iruonewald. J. Teehan FOI’RTH ROW: C. Mat .ke. P. Craw ford. M. Aubev. E. Whipple, A. Perdue, I . Zcttle, C. Priewe, C. Clark, A. Zimmerman. L. Zettle, P. Stauffacher, H. Sturxeu-negger, II. Falk. lick. B. Bluiu, M. Friedli, S. Bitter, G. Phillip®, R. Bear. J. Steiner. 33 0 FIRST HOW: M. Dobbs. M. Schlllinjter. I . Woodle, M. Crandall. A. Dobbs. I). Timmons. 1 Green. SECOND HOW: I . Kohli. D. Ivey. I). Olson. 1) Adelinan. M. 1 Meokhoff. H. (icip-l. M. Himls. II. Renkert. K. Krattss. I). Kundcrt. K. Miller. .1. Davis. H. Maurer. THIRD ROW: .1. Davis, E. St-eiff. .1. Babler. C. Mueller. .T. Stauffacher. N. Reach. .1. Elmer. J. Schoonover. J. Schoonover. K. Crandall. A. Hartwijr. N. Thorp. S. Rluiner. FOI’RTH ROW: L. Richardson. D. Benkert. M. Schmid. J. Eley. FIFTH ROW: J. Caldcr, R. Klemm. C. Schindler. V. Krauss. Mr. A. Barnard. T Reese. V. Knaack. During the fifth hour on Fridays could be heard the melodious strains of the Orchestra. There were 46 members in this organization with June Schoonover as president and Ada Dobbs as student director. The Orchestra had a busy season, playing for the Christmas program, the senior class play. Baccalaureate and Commencement. They took part in the Music Festival on May 3. Many members played solos or ensembles. In March the Orchestra combined with the band to present a Rollicking Spring Musical which proved to be the most successful thus far. Our compliments go to the Orchestra, and their director, Mr. Allan Barnard, who together have enjoyed a successful year. How long before I'll be able to play like Harry James? Such were the aspirations of the beginners when they were placed under the wing of Mr Allan Barnard, raising his flock to the total of 52. The Junior Band consists of third through eleventh graders, both from the public and parochial schools. Getting into a musical groove was quite a problem for some of these young musicians. Although the first few practices didn't sound like a Harry James' rehearsal, they certainly proved that practice makes perfect. The Junior Band made its initial appearance at a P. T. A. meeting in October, at which they well proved that it wouldn't be long before their names would appear with the Orchestra and Band. um'or zzszcza ns FIRST HOW: .1. Kurth, J. Stauffacher. .1. Thorpe. K. Bretfenz.T. I) ltidtfe, M. Thompson, SECOND ROW: T. Wuetrich, K Stair. J. Kuhlv. D. Dnvitte. S. Nlnneman. R. Goodman. E Hackle. G. Martin I). Johnson, I. wytfart. M Huber. K. Rubi. J. Dye. J. Stauffacher. J. StauTaclier. THIRD ROW: V. Franke. J Grant M Miller J. leehan t;. guinn. K. Hartwijr. R. Dickson. B. Waelchli. P. Th ,rp. FOI’RTH ROW: O. Monte. A. Holtsopp’le R Davis R eckcrly. W Hartwij:. I . Davis. R. Boltfrlen. X. Brandt. G. Gerinaim. P. Barnard. STANDING: Mr. A. Barnard A Dobbs J. Steljr. S. Simpson. R. Bolgrien. C. Howe. 36 FIRST ROW: M. D leek h off, M. Angltker, M. Krauss, R. Geigel, L. Stuessy, H. Locher. M. l’rten, I). Adel man, M. Stauffacher, 1). Olson. SECOND ROW: M. HIikIh. H. Benkert. H. Belnema. I) I’rien, K. Crane, N. Beach. B. Kundert. J. Elmer, A. Dobbs, J. Davis, W. Bender. L. Stauffacher, C. Nlnnemaii, E. Welly. R. Wyss, C. Mueller, K. Krauss. THIRD ROW: J. Truinpy. L. Hllttker, J. Solomon. R. Martin, 1). Ivey. M. Dobbs. J. Schoonover. J. Schoonover. J. Stauffacher. H. I’agel, V. Brunkow. R. Kundert. F. Miller. S. Trickel, V Krauss. J. Babler. Mueller. FOURTH ROW: I Ryan. L. Monte. E. Beckman. A. Dearth. E Andereck. F. I,adwig. E. Davis. S. Spaide, A. Hartwig. J. Meyer. R. Crandall. F. Kuti. A Stuessy, R. Eley. 1 . Knunck. M. Schmid. J. Eley. FIFTH ROW: K. Hartwig, I . Kohli, (i. Gibbons, R. Gerber. M. Zuercher, M. Marti. B. Klemni. j. ('abler. M. Cran-dall. II. Gruenewald. I . Woodle, J. Solomon. D. Reese. V. Knaack, Mr. A. Barnard. B. Bolgrien. Ot lClCZM'S' Hats off to the band! This is a school organization which really does things in a big way. The players are among the busiest in school. And, of course, their able director, Mr. Allen Barnard, mustn't be overlooked. He is continually rushinq from one practice to another. When music begins to drift through the halls about I :15 on Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday, you know Mr. Barnard has stepped on his platform and with baton in hand, is directing a rousing march or melodic overture. Monroe High School's 80 piece band is recognized as one of the most outstanding in strumental groups in Wisconsin. Our spirits rose when the band played for football games, and we applauded them when they gave their concerts. During the past year they have played for the Green County Fair, the V-J Day celebration, the Christmas program, Memorial Day, and Teachers Convention. The band, the largest in the history of Monroe High School, practices marching and maneuvering at 3:00 on Fridays, weather permitting. All in all, it goes to prove that we of M H S have a band of which we can truly be proud. FI It ST HOW: T. Brennan. W. Shelton H Flannery. I). Kllinpion. Mr. N. Preston. K. Ablemnn, K. Blonema, H. Bruni, L. Nlf feneppei . M. Marti. SECOND HOW: W. Leopold. G. Kleckner. T. Binper. W. Bender. 1.. Bishop. F. Blanc, O. Evans, K. Bre-pen t r. F. Kundert, H. Holtsopple., H. DeVoe, K. Luchsinper. THIRD ROW: N. Johnson, K. Barth, .7. Joy. H. Isely, D. See-bo lz r. K. Kundert. S. Saucerman. B. Saueerwan, C. Soddy, L. Leuenberper. R. Gordee. C. Drafahl. FOURTH ROW: A. Fey. S. Zimmerman. I . Alston. H. Hainan, C. Kumraer, G. Bennett, K. Boss. D. Erickson, L. Jacobs, J. Brennan, D. Johnson, W. Ra be. Hiking huntinq, and fishinq are leisuretime pleasures of woodsmen. But since we can't do these things in school the next best th:ng is to dscuss, plan, and learn. Therefore we have a Conservation Club. Monday, during the seventh hour a group of boys, instructed by Mr. Nat Preston, studied and learned the ways and reasons for conserving our wild life. This was accomplished through topics and movies on conditions in Wisconsin. At the end of the school year eveiyone in the club knew the laws of qood hunting and fishing and was ready to follow the code of the woods. In the fall of 1944, Mrs. Dorothy Pnillips, a youth worker, visited M H S and discussed the youth center idea with the students. Five students met with her, and as a result, the Youth Council come into being. Prominent members of school organizations were part of the council. The purpose of the group was to find a building that would be suitable for a youth center. A building wasn't discovered, but the sp rit of the organization was still there, so when 1946 rolled around the Youth Council sponsored several dances and served refresh ments at after-game dances. JZepT'eseTtttng 7 outh TOP HOW: K. .Tone . L. Spelch. V. Maurer. I). Reese. M. Prlen. J. Teehan. N. Haldiman. N. Waelti. L. Stauffaeher, K. HanHeliuanii. J. Bender SECOND HOW- 1 Anderson. F. Rufi. H. Towell, M. Schllllnger. E. Strelff, B. Kane, S. Ranadell, Miss E. Hummel. M. Share. J. Ladwlg. M. Share. .1 Elmer C Broire D Treloar THIKI) ROW: K Kessler. H. Nelderl� erj;er. K. Gelf? ‘l. R. EUefson, M. Burkhard, M. Duraer. A. Doldis. I . MeGInlev. V. Theller. M. Dobbs li Treloar’ (i Kriirirs ’ C Rtter M. I) leek h off. K. An dereek. FOl'RTH ROW: R. Maurer, K. Mueller. J. Maurer. R. Beckman. C. Mies. (i. Erwin, L. Leuenberirer. W Purcell R Abeiman R Beinema W. Shelton, E. Keinkin . L. Monte, R. Rupnow, G. Bennett. ' Let's have that last measure again, Tillie. This was a familiar comment heard by the fifty-four music-minded mixed chorus members who met twice a week for the purpose of blending their voices in song. The rehearsals marked hard work and concentration, but proved well — worth the effort Never a dull moment can well be applied to the bi-weekly gathering. Virginia Theiler, the accompanist, who could beat out 39 e ire cl anything from Smoke Gets in Your Eyes to Swing Low, Sweet Chariot , was as much a necessity to the chorus as the music itself. Sometimes sledding was rather rough, but with Miss Hummel's encouragement these spots passed quickly. Mixed chorus was under the lights for the first time this year when they added their musical talent to the annual Christmas program in December. Two of the special features connected with the chorus were the boys' double quartet and the girls' sextet. FIRST HOW: B. Klein in. A. Babler. I . Courtney. H. Shnmburok. Miss K. OH ho for. H. Bock mail, R. ltupiiow. G Erwin. K. Mueller. H. Wieman. SECOND ROW: H. Walters. N. Towell, V. Krauss. 1. Boll, B. Kano. L. Blum. S. Itanadell. P. Ryan, M. Schillinger, C. Johnson. N. Elmer. THIRD ROW: M. Share. G Gibbons, P. Knnack. D. Treloar. R. Nfederherger. B. Sooner. M. Burkhard. M. Rieder, .T. Solomon. J. Elmer. FOURTH ROW: G. Briggs. B. Treloar, X. Bishop. R. Wenger, J. Molden-h21 tier, C. Rregenzer, R. Holtsopplo. C. Etter. V. Theiler, M. Brennan, J. Trumpy. MU i it or K CfttAf €xtr f ''Where's your dummy? Who wrote this head? Where's the proof? How in the world did all these adds get in here? These and many other anquished remarks are uttered in room 202 the day before the Bulletin goes to press. The following is the procedure that, the staff uses to meet each issue's deadline: On Monday the department editors hand out the various assignments (and spend the rest of the week trying to get them in). These are then checked, typed, checked, and taken to The Times office to be printed in galleys and double checked. Saturday finds the editors feverishly getting the dummy ready by placing the articles on the pages and deciding on headline styles. Again Monday and Tuesday roll around, and the entire staff writes headlines and finishes other details. Early Wednesday morning the paper goes to press and page proofs are read for errors Wednesday, seventh hour, the paper is circulated. Not to be overlooked is the advertising department whose job it is to figure the books in black ink—not red FIRST ROW: C. Miller, K. Junes, B. Frit , Mrs. C. Baker. G. Mill -r. I) Benkert. N. Hilliard. SECOND ROW- A Hartwig B. Boll. D. Adelman, B. Kundirt, M. Holcomb, M. Share, I . Hjgau. THIRD ROW: R. VanWagenen L Aeblv I) Dlttmar’ S. AiTolter. A. Schmid. M. Iaely, R. Severson, A. Blum. ’ 40 HIRST HOW: H. Wleman, J. Elcy, Shamburek, V. Theiler. R Wenger. K. Oeigel. X. Bishop, M. Speioh. H. H. Riipnow. A. Babler, D. Gilbo. It. Beckman. SECOND ROW: E. Buhhnan R. M. Crandall. Miss C. Swanson. THIRD ROW: E. Discher. A. Dobbs M Rieder Towel! Editor-in-chief .............Dona Gilbo Makeup Editors...........Virginia Theiler Audrey Babler Literary Editors ........Marianne Speich Ruth Wenger Feature Editors .........Virginia Theiler Ada Dobbs Business Managers .......Etha Discher Henry Wieman Artists.................... Nancy Bishop, Mildred Rieder, Ray Beckman Sports Editors...........Ernest Buhlman, Richard Rupnow, Harriet Towell Picture Editors...... Roland Shamburek, John Eley, Ruth Geigel Advisor........Miss M. Corrine Swanson Writers: JoAnne Elmer, Lois Blum, Betty Tre-loar, Mary Ellen Burkhard, Bill Hardell, Donna Reese, Donavon Prien, Joanne Solomon, and Pat Riffle. A headache? Oh no, not the annual. Although we, the staff, will readily admit that the work was exacting, time consuming, and sometimes difficult, it was fun. There were pictures to be taken, reduced and fit on the pages, articles to be written, rewritten and then cut to fit allotted space, identifications and drawings to be finished—all before the deadline! Our club met during the seventh hour on Tuesdays. This was just a small part of the actual time spent in putting out the M Book, as a great amount of our work was done after school and at night. We hope in the years to come, that our 1946 M Book will help you to remember the fun, work, and your fellow students at Monroe High School. 41 inKST ROW: F. Taehudy. T Thorp. F. Ladwig. Mr. R. Davenport. .T. Weis. K. Boas. O Matr.ke. SECOND ROW: U. Oordee. C. Soddy. R. Stauffacher. C. Drafahl. D. Prien, J. Huffman. D. See holder. THIRD ROW: C. Horisberger, B. Saueennan. K. Luchslnger. R. Johnson. R. Falk. C. Soddy. R. Spoerry. II. Flannery FOURTH ROW: R. laely, A. Spoerry, R. Blunter, D. Rod, D. Elllngson, R, Krauss, M. Mauermann. One of the up and coming organ zations in M H S is the F. F. A. The 64 farm boys in the chapter have done a great deal of work It is customary for each boy enrolled to carry a farming program which includes one or two productive projects and several improvement projects including beef, dairy cattle, poultry, crops, and dairy herd improvement. Eight teams were organized to play basketball during the noon hour. An A Squad was selected from these teams to p!ay neighboring chapters. After glancing momentarily over the year's work, it is certain that the F. F. A. is deserving of recognition as an all important part of M H S. FIRST ROW: L. Bal7.lv. dert. SECOND ROW: .1 R. Bluin. THIRD ROW: J. Stien r, J. Treaner. H. R Barth. S Huffman. R. ohiisou. S. Saucorinan, Hartwlg, K. Blum. I . Sehuotz, C. Blum. B. Vogel, N. Dittmar. R. R. Klin Xafzger. Albright. Maurer, 42 FIRST ROW: K. Van Wagenen, M. Balzly, B. Boll. V. Morris. J. Ott. Mr. F. Lewis. SECOND ROW: .T. Pehl. O. Beck. .T. Campbell, G Niederberger, I). Maycnschein, L. Keller, V. Schumacher. TIIIRI) ROW: H. Motz, C. Wald. (5. Miller. C. Vogel, W. Bernier, L. Bishop. Do you know the difference between the clutch and the brake; the spark plugs and the pistons? Upon entering Driver's Education, the students knew nothing about driving a car but under the instruction of Mr. J. C. Colder and Mr. Floyd Lewis they soon became well acquainted with the fundamentals of driving. Driver's Education was held every Monday and Wednesday. At the end of the year the members took a state examination, and those who passed were ready for a temporary license. Through the club its members gained a better knowledge of the hazards of wreckless driving and this in turn helped them to become safe drivers. FIRST ROW: A. Norder, M. Brennan. B. Klemm. Mr. J. Oubler. J. StafTon, J. Orton. D. Floy. W. Purcell. SECOND ROW: R. Walters R. Kundert. R. Blum, 1 . Seddlar, M. Tr ichsel. T. Saunders. C. Swann, I). Metcalf. THIRD ROW I). Metcalf. A. Roenneburg, M. Aubey. 1 . Crawford. II. Falk. J. Tcehan. H. Gruenewald, J. Grlnnell, (1. Norton. FOT'RTII ROW: .1. Kundert, B. Bieger, L. Jacobs, R. Rear, S. Ritter. G. Phillips. W. Harrington, N. Dittmar, R. Swanton, E. A n dereek. 43 khoff inv Schoonover, J-Shoonover. Mr . K. Ktter. K. Brennecke. J. Hainan, M. lorson i’bmW th lin nw £' £ £l8CJ? H0}000 - F Durtschi. I Woodle. L. Aebly. ,T. Field, I rorv 111 BB BerJ 1HIKD uo : w- Stettler, M. HJn Is. M. Isely A. Schmid. l Ladwlg, S. Budde, C. Lawyer, r I KXT KOW (Her| And M ettce Fracture? Measles? Sprain? Twenty-five girls of M H S could tell you, for they took advantage of a home nursing course directed by the school nurse. In this club they studied communicable diseases, emergency measures, Wisconsin's health programs and conditions prevailing in Monroe. Miss Audrey Harrington served as ad visor during the second semester following the resignation of Mrs. Kathryr Etter. “Is everybody ready? Then let's start our debate on military training. Both sides line up their points cleverly after weeks of preparation and preliminary discussion. Several pointers must be followed in setting up a good debate. Speech work is as important in putting across a topic as is taking important facts. One semester is spent in debate work and the other in extemporaneous speaking. From this club the qualities of a good speaker are obtained 1'IKST ROW: I . Benkert, 1’. MeGinley, Miss H. Ilurd, C. Kltcr, .1. ('aider. SECOND ROW: E. Streiff, M. ScliHUnger A. Kryder. J. Render, E. Hanseluian, D. Mnyensebein. 44 FIRST HOW: B. Boll, L. Blum, G. Clb-boiis, L. Speich, J. Elmer, S. Kansdell B. Kane. M. Speich. SECOND HOW N . Elmer. M. Hietler. H. Share. E. Seiner B Frit . H. Beinemu, A. Babler. Mias L. Schumacher. FIKST HOW: J. Clark. M. Timm. H. Cotherinan. H. Foulker.SECOND HOW:-G. Pick. B. Timm. Miss L. Schumacher. C. Matrke. C. Clark. «S 14 0Xpert ''Don't forget G. A. A. tonight! This message could be heard through the halls after school was distressed. G. A. A., which stands for Girls' Athletic Association, provided tournaments in various sports. As in boys' athletics, letters could be obtained by securing the necessary points. Each sport was d'rected by two sport leaders, who were appointed by Miss Schumacher. G. A. A. was divided into two groups— those who met the seventh hour Tuesday and those who met after school. Every Wednesday at 3:00 the Future Farmerettes of America met under the leadership of Mr. Davenport. These girls were absorbed with a varied course of study and research. The fundamentals of raising chickens, testing milk, and soil conservation were among the many things discussed. The essentials of a farm were drawn up, and each girl submitted a picture of the ideal farm as she saw it. FIKST HOW: L. Stall Anchor. K. Elhrfsou. M. Hietler. Mr. K. Davenport. P. Gerber, E. Demanouske, II. Gruenewald. SECOND HOW: D. Boeck, H. Aesehlimann, R. Speich. E. Streiff. G. Kothenbuehler, T. Meichtry. G. Jenny. THIRD HOW: H. Maurer. B. Blum. I). Urossen. L. Friedli. M. Timm. L. Speich. M. Aubey, E. Robertson. 45 FIRST ROW: N. Wnelti. R Gerber. G. Rricjra. V. Theiler. Mina V. Schmitt. C. Etter. A ihur rX� .-1 wK,,n L Biul?; M sPe ch- v Ryan. A. Kuafer. A. Zimmerman. I . Riffle. ’ Share, K. Hanaelman. J. Mnurer. K Brejjenzer, M. Durner, D. Keene, I . Maurer. Rubier. G. Erwin. SECOND ROW: R. How . THIRD ROW: G. Gibbona. M. Lights! Curtain! Action! And the piay goes on. But before this can take place, there are many things that must be considered. The interpretation of the characters must be de termined, the art of applying make-up must be studied, and lighting must be adjusted. This was all done in the Dramatics Club under the watch eye of Mr. R. W. Witt. £ cun XK i t a.tri am Talk about patriotic people! The Junior Red Cross did its utmost in every way to help hospitalized veterans. Afghans and card table covers were made for their use. Not only were they busy sewing, but they exhibited artistic talent as well. This was shown in the cartoons, scrap books, and puzzles the girls made under the supervision of Miss Ruth Baumgartner 46 K. KrniiHH. M Zuercher. O. (Jibbons, It Gerber. I . Knaack, M. Marti. t ruAt Stu. Adding vividness to our band were our four majorettes and drum major. The drum major twirled his baton with a twist of his wrist, thus showing the band members what to do. In their smart uniforms the majorettes went through their antics in high style, lifting their feet high and mastering their batons with precision under the guidance of their instructor Pat Knaack. U, Rah , R tL “Monroe says HI! As the games were about to begin, the gray and red bedecked cheerleaders started things off at high speed by greeting the opposing team. These girls followed the team from town to town and gave their all in support of the boys. No matter whether it was basketball or football, fair or stormy weather thev were right there on the spot. ' y J'rlu. I,. Spcich, N. Darin, Kyan. J. Ulmer. It. Share. t hy erne we A7? IS sfontfans? a s easy}yzzst zAin, ? of tAe. 0 ictstan.dc ng teccws to-e. V« 7c ccci Uis year in, lot A?f00 Ha it and 1 a s t e.t 2?a 11,. It z cz tAe. Spirit of coope rat iorv d e,txc ee.m t7ce, f elioztss and c oac-Aes tAat made, StccA, team.tcjor% y o$siIle. 0?-cr cAeer tea dcrs r e in 'U ctA' iHe earns , for tAeiryeti Ae fed All S o isic orz . SECOND ROW: K. Spoerry, H. Davidson. V. Harden. II. Sham ’’elder, L. Elmer, H. Baumgartner, B. Abelman, J. Cahler. aiper. L. Wickersham, W. Moon, (J. Mason. C. Soddy, K. Huber, C. Niles. V. Uundhauimer. F. Wagner, w. Hogan, 1945 cr? ?9) z 11 Monroe ....... 31 Monroe ....... 18 Monroe ....... 19 Monroe ....... 43 Portage ...... 12 Monroe ....... 19 Monroe ....... 27 Darlington......0 Wisconsin Dells . 0 Fort Atkinson . . 6 Edgerton..........0 Monroe .......... 6 Stoughton ....... 6 Wisconsin High . 6 COACH OF CHAMPS Gridiron Guys Monroe entered the foolball season with the resolve to become a championship team. After many long weeks of back-straining practice, the M H S team gradually developed into a well-oiled machine. This was definitely proved when the home team met Darlington at the Recreation Park and came out on top for an easy victory. The next week, the boys in crimson and gray humbled Wisconsin Dells on the home field and then journeyed to Fort Atkinson for a victorious thriller. Edgerton came here only to be drubbed and sent home dejected. On October ninetenth Monroe took the long trip to Portage and came back on the short end of the score. And then, Homecoming, with the victorious Monroe eleven knocking the undefeated Stoughton out of first place in he conference. A week later, we played Wisconsin High there and won, finishing up the football year So, with six wins and one loss, Monroe shared first place with Portage in the Southern Ten Conference, thus making this season one of the best showings the Cheesemakers have ever made. And, as it was only fitting to reward this championship team, traditional gold footballs were given for the first time in twenty years. BILL AND THE BOYS 51 FIRST ROW: Bill Harilcll, I lck Kvans. Bill Moon. Boh A hie man. Boh Gibbon . dene Daria. SKCONI) ROW: Gene Mason. Wally Weiner. Russ Kiimlert, Jack (’abler, Dick Wainwright. Raul Mueller. Harold Davidson. THIRD ROW: Manager Roland Shumburek, Coach Howard Sharp, Manager, (Jerald Thompson. TAe Sharpi Winning the Southern Ten Conference for the first time in four years, Monroe went through the season undefeated. This team, which for four times was acclaimed the Number One Team of the state, was coached by Howard Sharp and managed by Gus Thompson. After steaming up and down the floor for eighteen victories, they not only won all, but broke oil scoring records. In the conference the Sharpies rang up 734 points to 355 for their opponents. This mode an overage of 56.46 points per game, breaking the previous record of 49.5 points per game held by Rhinelander. The Silver Streaks just couldn f stop breaking records, and plunged on to set the record score for o single conference game—72-17 against Baraboo and the all-season record of 87-21 against Brodhead. Dick Wainwright lead the Cheesemak-ers with 230 points scored this season. Dick is an all-around player with equal skill in defensive and offensive playing. Co-captains, Hal Davidson and Paul Mueller, with 178 and 162 points respectively, were second and third on the list of Monroe's high scorers. Davy's dribbling and speed make him a valuable asset to any team. Paul could always be depended upon to be right in there pitching, especially when we needed him most. Wary Gene Mason was the only junior on the storting five, and a player of whom his class can well be proud. Russ Kundert and Jack Colder proved that they were well worth the name Sharpies . Bill Hardell showed us all that you don't have to be tall to be a good basketball player. Also winding up their last season of basketball for M H S were Bob Gibbons and Dick Evans. We'll be expecting great things from Gene Davis, Bill Moon, Bob Ableman, and Wally Weiser for they will be back next year to carry on the name of the Silver Streaks for M H S. 52 I 1 Season Monroe .... 56 New Glarus . . . 7 Monroe .... . . .53 Lake Geneva .43 Monroe .... . .87 Brodhead .... .21 Monroe .... . . .54 Wisconsin Dells 39 Monroe .... 59 Reedsburg .31 Monroe .... 46 Wisconsin High 24 Monroe .... 66 Brodhead .... .32 Monroe .... .72 Baraboo .17 Monroe 53 Edgerton .26 Monroe .... 49 Stoughton ... .22 Monroe . . . .65 Fort Atkinson . .22 Monroe 59 New Glarus .33 Monroe 59 Richland Center 23 Monroe .49 Stoughton ... . 24 Monroe .68 Fort Atkinson . .32 Monroe . .57 Edgerton 27 Monroe .60 Portage 29 Monroe . 44 Wisconsin High 39 53 FIUST ROW: D. Courtney. W. Moon.W. Welser. K. Ablemnn, W. Purcell. G. Dwyer. SECOND HOW: E. Andereck, Manager, F. Iluebner, 11. Kobiesou, W. Hogan. J. Maurer, V. Kabe. G. Kleckner. Thirteen wins! No losses! That is the record of the 1945-1946 B Squad They were coached this year by William Amstutz. Playing on the B Squad has given these boys excellent preparation and training in basketball. Next year we can look forward to seeing them take their place on the A Squad. 54 li .At Old jpie,'6u rcS. tcet ietu -eJ, (joocd ictu rcj-r Aa.c£r isfll Io u£- Of l teJtre l timet- weVe Aad.... 56 57 58 59 SENORITAS 61 62 63 Aten ofvision Caught glimpses of truth, and heautj shining z o ? like stare • Ana in these gitnpses was a. new Uo efor the unification cf mankind through, enlightenment. Sir Robert a leone r