Morton High School - Top Hat Yearbook (Hammond, IN)

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Relaxing Evenings For Students THE WEARY DANCERS take time out to talk about their various activi¬ ties of the evening as well as of the following day. “Deep Sea Dreamland” presented by the junior class as the 1961 Junior-Senior Prom, was enjoyed by both students and attending faculty. St. Michael’s Hall was rented for this annual occasion which was held on the spring night of May 19. Students anxiously prepared for their dates by picking up the flowers, washing the car, and securing the necessary finances. The committees performed their duties with delight as they decorated the hall, ar¬ ranged for Hal Morris’ band, and supplied the dainty cookies and delicious punch. Excitement filled the air as the students began to leave for the After-Prom Party. THE ATMOSPHERE SEEMS BRIGHTER as the band begins to play smooth music and the dates go on the dance floor. AS THEY LEAVE St. Michael’s Hall for the After-Prom Party or a near-by restaurant, a couple reminisce over the memories of the still-young night. 13

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Formals Bring Enjoyable And As the last big social event of the year sponsored by the senior class, the 1961 Winter Formal, Rhapsody in Blue proved a delightful occasion for the students gathering at St. Michael ' s Hall. The glistening snow, sparkling trees, and wintry wishing wells made up the colorful snow scene at the entrance to the dance. A round reflecting mirror cast off a bright array of colors from the spot lights to provide a dreamy atmos¬ phere for everyone. The memory of this wonderful night will exist in the minds of all who attended for years to come. THE EXQUISITE SNOW SCENE of trees, snow, and ponds drew many admirers. THE DANCERS DELIGHT in a chance to show off the latest steps and to see their close friends with their dates. THE BAND CHOSEN for the 1961 Win¬ ter Formal provided a wonderful atmos¬ phere for the students, who danced, talked, or just observed.

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Colorful Homecoming Presented ENTHUSIASM AND HARD WORK produced the uniquely decorated cars appearing in the parade to the home field. Homecoming night was a triumphant occasion for the Governors. The first big event of the evening was a long and colorful parade of beautifully decorated cars and floats which were the product of many hours of hard work and planning. Main feature of the evening was the half¬ time ceremonies at the game. Master of Cere¬ monies Gary Werskey introduced the candi¬ dates and then announced Jackie Svabik as the queen. The Morton band and twirlers displayed their talents by depicting, in original formations, the professions of alumni. Our victory at the game and the coronation of the queen were celebrated afterward at the Homecoming Dance. It was a pleasant finish for a most memorable evening. 14