Neoga High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Neoga, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1978 volume:

r®n TOMAHAWK WeOOA HV H SCHOOL. weo A, |L Vou.xxxvn 2 Table Of Contents STAFF 6 STUDENT 18 ORGANIZATIONS 48 ACTIVITIES 66 ATHLETICS 76 ADVERTISEMENTS 94 3 We dedicate these memories to Viola Snively - July 5, 1961 - November 6, 1977. She was a member of the class of '80. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN Let us not say good-bye to her anymore than we would to the sun and star, For she will live on through us - through our memories her spirit - smile - happiness her magnificient, constant striving for life itself. For she had to fight — a fight which few of us - if any have yet had to face. She would not be held down- not by physical limitations or pain or other doubts of what they thought she could do. The most beautiful part of her was that she overcame her handicaps as best she could, whereas too many of us- Let our handicaps overcome ourselves. So we salute you, Viola for your courage and strength- taken with smiles and happiness, You have shown us what can be done, and you will live on through us. So we ask that God will give us at least part of your strength to live on Until we meet again. Julie A. Barber i 6 “Head” Honcho’s Mr. Overby, Superinten- dent, and Mr. Green, Prin- cipal, have both been work- ing at our school for three years. During this time they have both done an outstand- ing job in getting our new Junior-Senior High School started. Joseph M. Cronin, State Superintendent, came and inspected the new school along with our Board of Edu- cation . 8 :: :: :: The Board The Board of Education has been working diligently to as- sure the district building pro- jects will be completed on time. Another goal of theirs has been to utilize school funds in the most efficient and effective way, for the betterment of the students of the district. This is the school board that has been serving our school and community for the past year; Standing; Charles Baker, Roger Ewing, Robert Swengel, and Gary Mercer. Seated: Charles Jansen, Patricia Williamson, Victor Czerwonka. 9 TEACHERS According to a dictionary a teacher is 1 ’one who gives instruc- tion that provides knowledge.'' Neoga High School is fortunate and has many of these teachers. As we build memories of our final year in the old high school, we dedicate these three pages to our educators. Tell 'em Coach! Posey's new uniform? This is a test 10 1 don't understand! Can you translate that? Ain't it clever? Ruth Abell Stanley Albin Pat Andres Terri Biggs Kathy Bingaman Phoebe Church Zita Cobble Nila Elgin Phil Glosser Donna Kenneaster Jerry Krueger Rex Lindley Margo Blaudow James Irwin Howard Louthan John Luallen J. Lee McTeer Shelby McTeer Scott Posey Sue Romack 11 Wanna come to my party? The Thinker Michael Snyder Ray Springs Bob Stortzum Karen Walk Dale Will Phil Zimmer Raw eggs-mmmm Good! Did she use Listerine? 12 STUDENT TEACHERS During the past year, Neoga High School has had the privilege of having eleven student teachers. We were the foundation of their future. This page is to honor them for helping build more memories. Pictured to the right are the first se - mester student teachers. Left to right: Mr. Tom Fish, Mr. Steve Carter, Miss Kay Berberich, and Miss Mary Cross. Pictured below are the second semester student teachers. Left to right: Mr. Tim Katzmark, Mr. Robert Daibar, Mr. Jeff Anderson, Miss Deborah Soice, Miss Rebecca Kloker, Mrs. Anita Trame and Mrs. Christie Lawrence. 13 SECRETARIES This past year, the secretaries were always there whenever we needed them. The two secretaries at the high school are Mrs. Allene Young and Mrs. Jerry Watkins. The two secretaries for the board office are Mrs. Gail Moore and Mrs. Evelyn Alexander. Shown to the right: Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Alexander. Below (left to right): Mrs. Watkins and Mrs. Young. 14 Our Cooks The cooks at Neoga High School have done a tremen- dous job in keeping our stomachs full and our mouths closed. All of the students would like to say ' 'thanks'' for the fine job. To the left is Mrs. Nichols from the sandwich line. Below is Mis. Beals and Mrs. Orr from the kitchen. 15 Bus Drivers The Neoga bus drivers are responsible for our lives every day. They take on the responsibility of getting us to and from school, which is some- times easier said than done. This year has been an exceptional year for snow, but our drivers ' 'deliver through rain, sleet or snow.'' They put up with us when we are 1 'grouchy'' in the morn- ing, and rowdy after school. They don't even complain a bit, but we should all realize that they are human, and deserve more respect. This year the drivers took safety classes to better their knowledge of taking care of students. What would we do without them ? 16 What Would We Do Without Them? Several times during the day the custodians are interrupted by stu- dents for some reason or other. The students may be asking for anything from cleanser to clean a desk top to a crow-bar to open their locker. Even though they of- ten have to stop an important task to help, they never refuse. 17 18 s e n • i o r s ’78 Bill Albin Joyce Anderson Wes Andrews Tuana Arthur Larry Bahney Tammy Baker David Ballinger Kelly Barger Debbie Boyer Debbie Boyken Dan Bullock Beverly Carver — Will the class of '78 ever be forgotten in the halls of NHS ? As the year progressed, still the seniors were unpredictable in their actions. The class of '78's main goal was to raise enough money to give the best possible Homecoming. To earn this money, the energetic workers did everything from sell- ing Coke at the basketball games to selling magazines in the fall. The outstanding group of seniors was led by: President-Chuck Whitaker Vice-Presi- dent-Tammy Baker; Secretary-Betty Louthan; Treasurer-Debbie Shuemaker; and Student Council Representatives-Larry Bahney and Ginger Walk. Sponsoring the class was Mrs. Church and Mr. Luallen. 20 Brian Clodfelder Jeff Colwell Bob Coy Melinda Cummins Tina Curtner Gregg Daily Jonas Danielson Cliff Denson Lisa Duncan Anna Echtemact Gary Elder Jeanette Fearday Class Officers: Tammy Baker, Vice- President ; Chuck Whitaker, President; Ginger Walk, Student Council Representative; Larry Bahney, Student Council Representative; Mrs. Church, Advisor; Mr. Luallen, Advisor; Deb Shuemaker, Treasurer; Betty Louthan, Secretary; 21 Nancy Gordon Sharon Harker Barbara Harmon Mark Hatten Nina Hite Scott Hoedebecke Sara Hoelscher Marlys Huffman Cindy Koester Sharen Rrampe Julie Krueger Tom Livingston David Logue Betty Louthan Lisa Meyer Kathy McClellan 22 Jill McKenna David Nottingham Jerri Orr Rick Plummer Kevin Pruemer Jennifer Ramert Linda Ryder Paula Sheehan Mary Short Debbie Shuemaker Tom Shuemaker Wesley Shuemaker Lila Spencer Rick Starwalt Patty Stevens Lisa Stewart 23 Andy Sudkamp Scott Swengel Andrea Walk Ginger Walk George Warner John Watkins David Watson Jeff Whalin Becky Welch Charles Whitaker Darlene Willenborg Jim Young Senior Activities BILL ALBIN Basketball 1,2,3; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Boys’ Tennis 1,2,3,4; Stu- dent Council 4; Band 1,2,3,4; Lettcrmen 2,3,4; Homecoming King 4; Jazz Band 1. JOYCE ANDERSON Girls’ Track 1; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Pep Club 1; Future Health Care Workers Vice-President 4. WES ANDREWS Play Cast 1; F.F.A. 1; Boys’ Track 1,2,4. TUANA ARTHUR Volleyball 1; Mixed Chorus 1; A.F.S. Club 4; G.A.A. 1,3; G.A.A. Officer 4; Girls’ Chorus 4; Future Health Care Work- ers President 4. LARRY BAHNEY Basketball 1,2,4; Baseball 2,3,4; Student Council 4; Lettermen 3,4; Scholastic Bowl 4. TAMMY BAKER Tomahawk 2,3,4; A.F.S. Club 4; A.F.S. Treasurer 4; Girls’ Chorus 4; G.A.A. 2,3,4; Messenger 1,2,3,4; Class President 1; Class Vice-President 3,4; Future Health Care Workers 4; Sci- ence Club 3; Scholastic Bowl 4. DAVID BALLINGER Baseball 1,2,3,4. DEBBIE BOYER F.H.A. 3,4; Play Cast 2; Tomahawk 1,2,3; A.F.S. 4; Band 2,3; Pep Club 1; Student Secretary 3. DEBBIE BOYKEN Student Council Secretary 4. CHRIS BRICK Boys' Track 1. DAN BULLOCK Basketball 1; Baseball 1; Tennis 1,2. BOB COY Basketball 1,2,3,4; Baseball 1;2,3,4; Tennis 1,2,3,4; Messenger 2,3,4; Sports Editor 3,4; Lettermen 1,2,3,4; Science Club 4; Science Club President 4. MELINDA CUMMINS F.H.A. 1,2,3,4; F.H.A. President 4; Science Club 3,4; Science Club Reporter 4. TINA CURTNER Mixed Chorus 1; Future Health Care Workers 4. GREGG DAILY Basketball 1,2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Tennis 2,3; Lettermen 2,3,4; Homecoming Court 4. CLIFF DENSON Basketball 2. JOHN DOW Baseball 3; Lettermen 3. ANNA ECHTERNACHT A.F.S. Club 4; Spanish Club 4. JEANETTE FEARDAY G.A.A. 2,3. NANCY GORDON Volleyball 4; Girls’s Chorus 4. BARBARA HARMON F. H.A. 4. SCOTT HOEDEBECKE Basketball 1,2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Boys’ Track 1,2; A.F.S. 1,2; Lettermen 1,2,3,4. SARA HOELSCHER G. A.A. 2,3,4; Pep Club 1; Future Health Care Workers 4. SHARON KRAMPE Girls’ Chorus 4; G.A.A. 2. JULIE KRUEGER Play Stage Crew 1; Girls’ Tennis 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Tomahawk 1,2,3; Student Council 1,2; Student Council Vice- President 3; Student Council President 4; A.F.S. 1,2; Mixed Chorus 1; Band 1,2; G.A.A. 1,2,3,4; Pep Club 1; Lettermen 1,2,3,4; Student Secretary 3; Jazz Band 1,2. TOM LIVINGSTON Track 1,2; Baseball 1. DAVIE LOGUE School Play 2; Media Club 2,3. BETTY LOUTHAN Tomahawk 2,3,4; A.F.S. 3,4; A.F.S. President 4; Girls Chorus 4; G.A.A. 2,3,4; Messenger 1; Class Treasurer 3; Class Secre- tary 4; Student Secretary 4; Future Health Care Workers 4. LISA MEYER Track 1; G.A.A. 2,3,4; Pep Club 1; Student Secretary 3; Fu- ture Health Care Workers 4. KATHY MCCLELLAN Pep Club 1; Science Club 4; Future Health Care Workers 4. JERRI ORR Volleyball 1,2; G.A.A. 1,2,3. KEVIN PRUEMER F.F.A. 1,2,4; F.F.A. Reporter 2; F.F.A. Treasurer 4; Basket- 28 ball 1,2,3,4; Baseball 1,2,3,4; Tomahawk 1; Lettermen 3,4; Class Vice-President 1; Homecoming Court 4. JENNIFER RAMERT A.F.S. 1,3; A.F.S. Vice-President 4; Mixed Chorus 1; Band 1,2,3,4; G.A.A. 4; Pep Club 1; Jazz Band 1,2,4; Future Health Care Workers 4. LINDA RYDER Pep Club 1; Student Secretary 4; Library Club 1,2,3,4; Li- brary Club Officer 3,4. PAULA SHEEHAN A.F.S. 1; Mixed Chorus 1; G.A.A. 1,2; Pep Club 1. MARY SHORT Track 1; Tennis 1,2,3,4; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 1,2,3,4; Tomahawk 1,2,3,4; A.F.S. 1,2,3,4; A.F.S. Secretary- Treasurer 2; Mixed Chorus 1; Band 1,2; G.A.A. 1,2; Pep Club 1; Lettermen 1,2,3,4; Homecoming Court 4; Jazz Band 1,2. DEBBIE SHUEMAKER Track 1; Volleyball 2; Volleyball Manager 4; A.F.S. 3,4; G.A.A. 2,3; Messenger 1; Class Vice-President 2; Class Trea- surer 4; Homecoming Queen 4; Student Secretary 4. TOM SHUEMAKER F.F.A. 1,4. WES SHUEMAKER F. F.A. 1; F.F.A. Secretary 4; Track 1,2; Homecoming Court 4. LILA SPENCER Tomahawk 3,4; Band 1,2,3,4; Student Secretary 2,3,4; Teach- ers Secretary 1,2,3,4. RICK STARWALT Basketball 1. PATTY STEPHENS Student Secretary 1,2,3; Teachers Secretary 1. LISA STEWART Play Cast 1,2; Girls’ Track 1,2,3; Tennis 1,2,3; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; A.F.S. 1,2,3,4; Mixed Chorus 1; Band 1; G.A.A. 1; G. A.A. Officer 1,2,3; Pep Club 1; Messenger 3,4; Lettermen 1,2,3,4; Class Secretary 3; Student Secretary 3; Future Health Care Workers 4. ANDY SUDKAMP Science Club 1,2,3,4; Treasurer 3; Vice-President 4. SCOTT SWENGEL Basketball 1,2,3; Baseball 1,2; Track 1,2,3,4; Cross Country 1,2,3,4; A.F.S. 1,2; Lettermen 1,2,3,4; Science Club 1,2. ANDREA WALK Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 2,4; Tomahawk 1,2,3,4; Stu- dent Council 3,4; Student Council Vice-President 4; A.F.S. Club 2,4; Girls Chorus 4; Mixed Chorus 1; Band 1,2; G.A.A. 1; Pep Club 1; Lettermen 2,3,4; Class Secretary-Treasurer 2; Homecoming Court 4; Jazz Band 1. GINGER WALK Track 1; Volleyball 1,2,3,4; Cheerleader 1,2,3,4; Tomahawk 1,2,3,4; Student Council 4; A.F.S. Club 1,4; Girls’ Chorus 4; Mixed Chorus 1; Band 1,2 G.A.A. 1; Pep Club 1; Messenger 1,2,3,4; Messenger Editor 4; Lettermen 1,2,3,4; Class Presi- dent 2,3; Homecoming Court 4; Student Secretary 3; Jazz Band 1,2; Scholastic Bowl 4. GEORGE WARNER Tomahawk 1,2,3; Class Treasurer 1; Industrial Arts Club 1,2. JOHN WATKINS F.F.A. 1; A.F.S 1; Band 1,2,3; Jazz Band 2,3. DAVID WATSON Basketball 1; Science Club 3,4. DARLENE WILLENBORG Future Health Care Workers 4. CHUCK WHITAKER Basketball 1,2,3; Cross Country 1,2; Student Council 1,2,3,4; Pep Club 1; Class Officer 1,2,3; Class President 4. Not There Yet, But Still Climbing Nona Alexander Jack Alumbaugh Doug Baker Lisa Baker Joni Barnett Jeff Beals Jim Brant Paul Britt Chuck Brown Angie Buenker Barry Bullock Julie Campbell Don Claybaugh Jill Claybaugh Jane Clevenger Penny Cooper Sandi Cordes Brenda Coy Janice Cross Steve Croy Kay Cummins Angie Davee Johna Dilworth Keith Duncan Twila Enloe 30 Tom Evans Duane Frailey Maureen Greuel Roy Haney Patti Hardesty Jim Harmon Marlese Hartman Melinda Hatten Teresa Hatten Gary Hatten During the '77 - '78 school year, the Class of '79 set some strong foundations for the climb through its junior year. The annual magazine sale was quite successful in pre- paring the class financially for Prom, with proceeds totalling $1,340.63. Because the sale turned out so well, dues were lowered from $4.00 to $2.00. Another change was class colors — from lavender and purple to light blue and yellow. Candy sales at home basketball games provided additional funds. Those who helped guide us through the year were: Scott Rankin, president; Maureen Greuel, Vice- president; Terri Parker, secretary; Brenda Coy, trea- surer; and Tim Zahm, student council. Mrs. Biggs and Mr. Stortzum served as advisors. 31 Karen Hewing Tom Hite David Hoedebecke Allen Huffman Bud Janes Chris Jansen Jenny Jansen Lydonna Jinkins Russ Kollman Leonard Krampe Tim Lindsay Marilyn Livingston Brian McGinness Steve Maroon Joe Mette Jay Miller Lisa Miller Mark Miller Tina Miller Larry Miltenberger Beverly Nichols Ron Orsbom Bill Osborn Cindy Osborn Terri Parker Mark Peters Rick Phillips Scott Rankin Jane Raymer Karen Reed 32 Randy Rentfrow Bill Sanderson Di Sarff Jill Schutte Jim Shaffer Teresa Shewmake Roger Shick Teresa Shuemaker Lori Spidel Edith Spivey Vicki Starwalt Floyd Stephens Brian Stoke Laura Stone Tim Strohl Shannon Tabbert Mark Tipsword Caroline Walk Lori Walk Stan Walk Kerry Walters Mike Watson Kristy Willenborg Mike Willenborg Lisa Wright Tim Zahm Sharon Zimmer Shelia Zimmer Mrs. Biggs Mr. Stortzum 33 35 SOPHOMORE —“THE WAY TO BE HAPPY IS TO MAKE OTHERS HAPPY” Lori Alumbaugh Dwayne Anderson Lee Ann Baker Warren Baker Mike Ballinger Mary Barber Deb Bartholomew Vic Beeson Vince Beeson Mary Bishop Chris Byford Ronald Butts Ed Cordes Lisa Croy Greg Czerwonka Doug Davee We, the class of '80, with the encour- agement of Mrs. Kenneaster and Mr. Snyder, have very successfully upheld our class motto this year. Our class of- ficers; President Ed Cordes, Vice- President Patsy West, Secretary Richard Whitaker, Treasurer Don Dow, and Stu- dent Council Representatives Jeanine Lindley and Greg Czerwonka, have or- ganized and led our class from 'in the red' to well above. Our bake sale and sock hops made others happy and at the same time made us very happy with the income. We hope our motto, ''The way to be happy is to make others happy'1', will be easy to follow in our final two years of high school. 36 Rob Davie Wayne Deters Don Dow Bryan Elliott Tina Enloe Pam Evans Kenith Figgins Kevin Figgins Tina Foltz Jim Fowler Paula Frailey Kelly Jo Gass David Greuel Patricia Hall Tom Helm Sheryl Hoedebecke 37 David Hoene Lynn Jahraus Patty Janes Victor Jansen Cheryl Johnston Leo Kemper Terry King Ken Kleinik Craig Koester Gary Krietemeyer Sandy Krietemeyer Jeanine Lindley Pat Lindsay Jeff Logue Gary Ludwig Brian Maroon 38 Robbie Mayhew Andy McKerrow Bryan Meyer Wesley Modglin Carl Oakley Mike Osterday Rick Painter Pam Parkhurst Doug Pattin Becki Pygott Denise Reagin Rusty Rennels Kim Rentfrow Melody Roth John Russell Jesse Sanderson 39 Chris Sarff Dan Sheehan Diane Sheehan Steve Sudkamp Lisa Swengel John Thomas Brenda Van Scyoc Melanie Walk Rick Walk Carla Walker Nick Ward Aaron Warner 40 Marie Warner Rose Warren Laura Ann Waters Patsy West Larry Westjohn Jamie Whalin Richard Whitaker Leigh Ann White Lisa White Mitch White Stuart Wright Cindi Zimmer 41 Qarra rJt S 1 %) : dA teroMfiori O' A p c o°y'[ 2 VK d(£ 5i rf: $' $H Qsr jL u Jfto LvlA V . @ r K w r. ; ;U' fYluctlcx-j VJ _ tw xx_ 44 Randy Albin Joe Anderson Bob Bacon Dennis Baker Randy Baker Scott Ballinger Tim Beals Carla Beals Kevin Bright Ron Butts Loretta Brown Dennis Bush Beth Clark Michelle Claybaugh Susan Cline Michelle Cravens Jerry Cummins Terry Cummins Randy Czerwonka Karen Deadmond Sharon Deadmond Denise Deters Ron Dow Bruce Drennan Shelly Ehrhart Peggy Evans Rhonda Evans Sam Ewing Angela Folta Rod Fullenwider Kevin Geiling Julie Gentry Tom Greuel Max Hall Lisa Handfland John Hardesty Larry Harmon Joe Hatton Melanie Hartman Rhonda Hatton Suzette Hebei Nancy Helm Rita Hewing Tim Hoene Margaret Hutton Mike Icenogle Joe Jarhaus Vic Jinkins Dick Keck Tony Kenworthy Ken Krampe Mike Krampe Scott Krueger Jack LaRoe Ann Livingston Karla Mette 45 Don Mettendorf Don Mettendorf Todd Miller Hal Modglin Kathy Nichols Robin Richardson Randy Painter James Phillips John Potter Tony Price Cindy Phillips Pam Plummer Linda Prumer Tom Olmstead Leah Osborn Scott Roberts Diane Shaffer Patty Sheumaker 46 Trish Slaughter Wane Smyser Carol Spivey Marta Thomas Larry Trexler Bev Walk Gregg Walk Roger Walk Jerry Wallace Dana Whitaker Chris White Vivian White Brett Williamson Julie Wilson Ronnie Wilson Marsha Wilson Laurie Young Penny Zahm Jim Zimmer Julie Albin 47 48 49 Tomahawk Staff Succeeds Without Sponsor Dedication was the key to the preparation of the 1977-78 Tomahawk-the dedication of students who volunteered for the task and worked without a sponsor to see it through. At first there was to be no Tomahawk this year because we had no sponsor. But with the help of Mr. Green, Jerry Bloemer of the American Yearbook Company and Ernie Newberry of Walt's Studio, the book was finally completed. Student Council Has Active Year w The activities of the Council have been many and varied this year. The year began with the annual ' 'Back to School Dance,'' which included a few new games, such as '' Spoon on the String.'1 On November 4, the Council collected $175 for UNI- CEF . A November dance was held featuring WEIC disc jockeys. The Council sponsored Homecoming Week this year and added some new activities. Re- member Egg-Dropping Contest, Pudding-Eating Contest, Singing Telegrams? The annual Christ- mas Party for Council members was held at Shannon Tabbert's house and the weather was perfect for sledding. The ' 'Sweetheart Dance'' was finally held, after many snow days, on March 11 featuring the band ' 'SUNSET''. Many new members attended the Spring Leadership Workshop in Mattoon. The State Convention was held May 4,5, and 6 at Chi- cago with 7 of our members attending. The annual Old and New Member Get-Together was held at Bill Albin's lake house. We'll never know how that ca- noe tipped over. The ' 'last chance to dance'' at this school was May 29. The title was appropriately ' 'Movin' Out.'' Star Sound System from Charleston entertained with a light and sound show. The Coun- cil had a film of the old building made, as a mem- oir to be used for class reunions. The officers that led us through this past year were Julie Krueger, President; Andrea Walk, Vice-President; Deb Boy- ken, Secretary; Jenny Jansen, Treasurer. Advisors were Mrs. Walk and Mr. Lindley. At left, from left to right: top row; Tim Zahm, Mr. Lindley, second row; Mrs. Walk, Larry Bahney, Bill Albin, Ginger Walk, Ladonna Jinkins, third row; Rose Warren, Suzette Hebei, Tina Miller, Scott Krueger, fourth row; DebBoyken, Maureen Gruel, Jeanine Lindley, fifth row; Andrea Walk, Greg Czerwonka, sixth row; Julie Krueger, Chuck Whitaker. “Movin’ Out” AovmOut 52 Messenger Staff Reports School News The Messenger staff added a new attraction to the newspaper this year. It was titled ' 'Senior Celebrity'' and it recognized the members of the graduating class at NHS by printing their picture and telling of their high school activities. Guided by their advisor, Miss Andres, the staff members worked together to write the news of the school and meet dead- lines. Ginger Walk acted as editor and Bob Coy was sports edi- tor . At the end of the year a party was held at the home of Miss Andres to give staff members a time to relax and celebrate a great year. Pictured, left to right, Row 1: Miss Andres, Lisa Stewart, Trisha Slaughter, Ginger Walk. Row 2: Scott Krueger, Tammy Ba- ker, Tina Miller, Greg Czerwonka. Row 3: Chris Sarff, Vic Jan- sen, Lisa Wright, Sandi Cordes. Row 4: Vic Beeson, Bob Coy. Not pictured: Tim Zahm, Shannon Tab- bert, Leah Osborn. 54 AFS Hosts Exchange Student Advisors, Mike Snyder and Margo Blaudow, reported a prosperous year for the American Field Services (AFS). Money-making projects undertaken by the AFS club for the 1977-78 school year were the weekly donut sales and a bake sale. This year Anne Echtemacht, whose home is in Ger- many, attended Neoga High School as a senior. She spent the first semester at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Warren and the second semester at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Zimmer. The officers were: Betty Louthan, President; Jennifer Ramert, Vice President; WesModglin, Secretary; Tammy Baker, Treasurer; and Aaron Warner, Report- er. 55 Toward New Horizons With much dedication, the members of the Neoga Chapter of Future Homemakers of America made the past year an exciting and adven- turous one. Activities which members of the chapter participated in include: A trip to the State Fair, The FFA FHA Cookout, A Cystic Fibrosis Drive, Section and State Meetings, Christmas and Pizza Parties, Hobby Nite, the Parent - Member Banquet held at Best Western in Effingham; and a combination picnic and baby shower for Mrs. Abell. National FHA Week was February 12-18. During the week activities took place to raise money for the March of Dimes to help fight birth defects. Two such activities were: Lockers were decorated and cards delivered on Valentine1S Day by members for a small fee and MOD balloons were sold at local malls and at Carruther's Bi-Rite. Along with the advisor, Mrs. Ruth Abell, the following officers helped lead the year towards success: Melinda Cummins, president; Nona Alexander, vice-president and Section treasurer; Bev Nichols, secretary; Kay Cummins, treasurer; Karen Hewing, historian; Patty Janes, recreation; Lydonna Jinkins, student council; Sandy Kriete- meyer, reporter; and Marsha Wilson, representative for freshmen. Mrs. Jane Hewing, Mrs. Sue Nichols, and Mrs. Mary Ann Wilson were chapter mothers. Group picture Row 1: Patty Janes, Marsha Wilson, Lydonna Jenkins, Bev Nichols, Melinda Cummins, Nona Alexander, Kay Cummins, Karen Hewing, and Sandy Kriete - meyer. Row 2: Trisha Slaughter, Anne Echtemacht, Rita Hewing, Kathy Nichols, Sheryl Hoede - becke, Kim Rentfrow, Lori Young, Rose Warren, Cindy Phil- lips , and Angie Foltz. Row 3: Leah Osborn, Becki Pygott, Deb Boyer, Barb Harmon, Patti Shue- maker, Nancy Helm, Paula Frai- ley, and Mrs. Abell. 56 Future Farmers Celebrate National FFA Week Under the supervision of a new advisor, Mr. Dale Will, members of the Neoga Chapter of Future Farmers of America led a very exciting year. Some of the various activities which members of the chapter partici- pated in were: FFA - FHA Cookout; State and National Conventions; Grain Judging, Land Use, Livestock Judging, and Creed Contests; and the banquet held at Best Western in Effingham. National FT A week was February 20 to 24. On Monday all members dressed in farm clothes; Tuesday was Tractor Truck day; Wednesday was Teacher Appreciation day; Thursday a farm - zoo was set up in the Ag Shop and grades K - 2 toured it; and Friday was Dress-Up day. Officers for the year were: Tim Strohl, president; Randy Rentfrow, vice-president; Wes Shuemaker, secretary; Kevin Pruemer, treasur- er; Kevin Figgins, reporter; and Rusty Rennels, sentenial. Row 1: Wes Shuemaker, Randy Rentfrow, Kevin Pruemer, Kevin Figgins, Row 2: Mr. Will, Pat Lind- say, Mike Osterday, Joe Hatten, Ken Figgins, Gary Hatten, Jane Raymer, Jeff Beals, Mark Peters, Row 3: John Hardesty, Tom Helm, Tim Beals, Kevin Geiling, John Thomas, Rick Walk, Wayne Deters, Dan Shee- han , Gregg Walk, Row 4: Ken Kleinik, Mike Willen- borg, Roger Walk, Brett Williamson, Jim Zimmer, Randy Baker, Dennis Baker, Scott Ballinger, Tom Shue- maker, Not Shown: Tim Strohl, Kim Rentfrow 57 Science Club Visits University A highlight for the 1977-78 science club was a field trip to Eastern Illinois University, where they saw movies on natural science, and to the University of Il- linois for the Engineering Open House. The officers this year were: Bob Coy, President; Andy Sudkamp, Vice-President; Kerry Walters, Secretary- Treasurer; Tina Miller, Student Council Representa- tive; Melinda Cummins, Reporter; and Mr. Louthan as Advisor. Pictured below: Row 1: Bob Coy, Tina Miller, Kerry Walters, Andy Sudkamp, Me- linda Cummins and Mr. Louthan. Row 2: Di Sarff, Mike Iceno- gle, Mike Watson, Bill Osborn, Lori Spidle, Sharon Harker, Jane Clevenger, Kathy Mc- Clellan, Barbara Har- mon and Jill Clay- baugh. Row 3: Rich- ard Keck and John Watkins. 58 Future Health Care Workers Front row; Joyce Anderson, Jennifer Ramert, Jerri Orr, Linda Ryder, Darlene Willenberg. Second row; Tina Curtner, Sara Hoelescher, Paula Sheehan, Lisa Meyer, Sharon Krampe, Sharon Harker, Kathy McClellan. Back row; Tuana Arthur, Mrs. Bingaman, Lisa Miller, Tammy Baker, Lisa Stewart, Betty Louthan, Aaron Warner, Ly- donna Jinkins, Julie Campbell 59 I.C.C.E. A Big Success The I.C.C.E. class had a very successful year. Nine- teen students participated in the program which in- volved on-the-job training and related class activi- ties. Patty Stephens was responsible for collecting class dues. These dues were used to finance the first annual I.C.C.E. banquet. The Employer Appreciation Ban- quet was held at the Best Western Restaurant in Ef- fingham by the students to show their appreciation and to say 1 'thanks'' to their employers for their support during the school year. The coordinator, Mrs. Ken- neaster, was surprised with a beautiful bouquet of roses which topped off a super year. A Las Clases De Espanol Se Ponen Un Club De Espanol The Spanish Club was a new organization es- tablished this year. Students from the Spanish I and Spanish II classes participated in the club's various activities which included mak- ing a pinata for the Christmas Party, attend - ing a Jose Greco concert in St. Louis, and holding a fiesta at the home of Sra. Cobble. Classroom activities included birthday par- ties , bingo, and Spanish scrabble. Overall, the first year was termed a success. Spanish I Sandy Krietemeyer Lydonna Jinkins Karen Hewing Penny Cooper Angie Buenker Nona Alexander Steve Maroon Tom Olmstead Scott Rankin Chester VanScyoc Spanish 11 Tim Zahm Bill Osborn Tammy Baker Kay Cummins Anne Echtemacht Bev Nichols Cindy Osborn Di Sarff 61 Media Club Assists Students Remember the last time you needed a special magazine, a record player, or a book checked out? Most likely a member of the Media Club assisted you. These students help others with their work in the library and AV hall, alot of their time this year was spent organiz- ing equipment for the move into the new library. Without such students aiding Mrs. Romack and Mrs. Elgin our li- brary could not be run as efficiently as it was. Pictured, left to right, row 1: Tom Hite, Leah Osborn, Vic Jinkins, Mrs. Elgin, Aaron Warner, Wes Modglin, Mrs. Romack, Randy Painter, and Max Hall. Row 2: Jeff Logue, Sandy Krietemeyer, Linda Ryder, Kathy Ni- chols, Denise Deters. Row 3: Hal Modglin, Bruce Dren- nan, Peggy Evans, and Melanie Hartman. 62 Chorus Gives Christmas Concert Under the direction of Mrs. Phoebe Church, a quarter- ly-based chorus was established this year. This chorus participated in the annual fall concert, a Christmas concert at Pioneer Grade School, and a special sextet sang as a prelude to the play. 63 Concert Band Sixth period was never quiet for anyone within earshot of the cafeteria. Members of the NHS concert and pep bands always provided some kind of noise. The concert band was constantly preparing for upcoming concerts given to the community and the pep band provided entertainment at home basketball games. Several solos and ensembles were enter in contests and were rated very well. Other awards were: Bill Albin y John Phillip Sousa Band Award and Nona Alexander, Louis Armstrong Jazz Award. Trumpets Lisa Wright Tom Hite Nona Alexander Penny Zahm Scott Krueger Greg Czerwonka Pam Parkhurst Pam Evans Trombones Mark Peters Tom Olmstead Bill Albin Patty Shuemaker Sam Ewing Tuba Dana Whitaker John Hardesty Gary Krietemeyer Don Mettendori Lila Spencer Flutes Rusty Rennels Peggy Evans Percussion Margeret Hutton Saxes Tim Beals Jeanine Lindley Mary Barber Dennis Bush Pam Plummer Keith Duncan Chris Byford Marsha Wilson Rhonda Evans Ken Klienik 64 Band Members Express Appreciation To Retiring Director At his last school performance, the members of the Neoga School Bands expressed their appreciation to Mr. Ray Springs for his work by presenting him with an engraved plaque and silver lighter. Mr. Springs has directed bands and choruses in the Neoga school district since he was hired in 1963. Dur- ing this time he developed jazz bands in both the junior and senior high levels, jazz combos, and a swing choir. He held summer band practices, preparing the bands for performances at Neoga Days and at the an- nual Ice Cream Social. Some of the high school musi- cal he directed were: 1 'The Wizard of Oz,'' ' 'Okla- homa, '' and ' 'Bye Bye Birdie.'' In addition, Mr. Springs prepared pep bands for home basketball games and coordinated solo, ensemble, band, and choral contests for area schools. Mr. Springs also involved the community in music programs with musical such as ' 'The Music Man'' and with contatas like '' The King of Kings.'' Future plans for Mr. Springs include piano tuning, and other work with musical instruments. The work he has done for the schools and community will always be remembered and greatly appreciated. Below: Eighth grade students Gary Keck and Penny Evans, and Senior Bill Albin present gifts to Mr. Ray Springs. 65 66 + Imi m Bull In A China Shop By G.H. Gilford Director- Mrs. Church Detective O'Finn- Tim Zahm Miss Hildegarde- Julie Krueger Miss Birdie - Mary Short Miss Amantha - Shannon Tabbert Miss Lucy- Leah Osborn Miss Nettie- Marie Warner Miss Elizabeth- Penny Zahm Kramer- Ed Cordes Jane Rogers- Marsha Wilson Stretcher Bearers - Julie Campbell Chris Sarff Prompter-Shelly Ehrhart Stage Crew- Joyce Anderson Andy Sudkamp Kay Cummins Linda Pruemer 68 Under the direction of Phoe - be Church, the cast and crew of this year's play had as much fun presenting it as the audience had watching. The play was a mystery - comedy involving six elderly ladies and a handsome de- tective . It seemed that one of these 1 'sweet1' old ladies was killing the others in or- der to get the attention of the detective, Dennis O'Finn. Committees: Tickets: Linda Pruemer; Publicity: Kay Cummins, Julie Campbell, and Scott Rankin; Usherettes: Jeanine Lindley, Andrea Walk, Gin- ger Walk and Joyce Ander- son; Make-up: Nancy Gor- don, Sandi Cordes and Lisa Wright; Program Designer: Joyce Anderson; Cover De- sign: Andy Sudkamp; and Prompter: Shelley Ehrhart. 69 “You Light Up My Life” Homecoming week brought lots of excitement to the school. Contests, such as Root Beer chugging, pudding eating, egg dropping, and a tug of war were carried on between classes and there were lots of participants, including teachers. Even though the Indians were de- feated by T-Town in a close, exciting game, the Homecoming dance was a success. Deb Shuemaker and Bill Albin were crowned Queen and King and the Homecoming court was introduced. The retiring King and Queen were Dave Walk and Lisa Kepp. Page 70; picture 1: standing: Retiring King and Queen, Dave Walk and Lisa Kepp. Seated: Bill Albin and Deb Shuemaker the 1977:78 King and Queen. Picture 2: back row: Left to right: Kevin Pruemer, Gregg Daily, Scott Hoedebecke, Dave Walk, Lisa Kepp, Ginger Walk, Becky Welch, Mary Short, An- drea Walk. Bottom row: Rick McTeer, Bill Albin, Deb Shuemaker, Jodi Romack. Page 71: 1: Taking a break. 2: 1 'Did you eat all these? 3; 6, 7, and 8: Homecoming Court. 4: crown Barrers 70 71 Jr.-Sr. Prom “You And Me” 1 'You And Me, a popular song by Alice Cooper, was the theme of the Junior - Senior Prom held on April 29, 1978. The evening got underway with a dinner held at the Best Western Restaurant in Effingham at 7:00. After- wards , music was provided by '' The Artistics,'' and pictures were taken by Walt's Camera Shop of Mat- toon. Later, everyone traveled to the High School to see ' 'One On One,'' a movie starring Robby Benson. Pizza and coke was donated by Bob Thomas and the Italian Villa. To those who made this evening possible, especially the Class of '79 and their sponsors, ' 'Thanks ! '' Below: Junior Class officers and advisors, Mr. Robert Stortzum, advisor; Brenda Coy, treasurer; Terri Park- er, secretary; Scott Rankin, president; Muareen Greuel, vice-president; Mrs. Terri Biggs, advisor. 72 Upper left: The dance was enjoyed by many. Middle left: Larry and Mary and Debbie and Mark prepare to test the salad. Lower left: The Artistics en- tertained the crowd with their music. Right comer: Scott Rankin, President of the Junior Class, welcomes everyone. Below: Fond memories of this evening will remain in the minds of many for years to come. 73 “Life Is What You Make It, Because What You Get Out Of Life Is Determined By What You Put Into It.” Graduates finally made it through. The road wasn't always downhill, but the treasure at the top of the uphill climb was worth it. Larry Bahney, Valedictorian, and Scott Swengel, Salutatorian, expressed their thanks to their parents, the teachers, the School Board, and all of those people who will stay in their minds as 1 'the people who helped me make it through''. Yes, the Graduates are through those ' 'High School Days'', but now they must decide how they will change themselves and the world! BACCALAUREATE SERVICE t t ........................Miss Jcanine Lindley ............................ Reverend Danny Cox Minister, Grace United Methodist Church, Neoga Processional Invocation Scripture Reading ...................... Reverend Danny Cox Minister, Grace United Methodist Church, Neoga a.yvtmk Address ............................... Reverend John Bobcrg Minister, First Christian Church, Neoga Benediction ........................... Reverend Danny Cox Minister, Grace United Methodist Church, Neoga (The audience is requested to remain seated during the Recessional) Recessional ................................... Miss Jcanine Lindley 5nal ............... IVA t t Ushering and Decorations by the Class of 1979 t t Class Colors: Light Blue and Dark Blue Class Flower: Blue - Tipped Carnation Class Motto: “Life is what you make it, because what you get out of life is determined by what you put into it.” COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES t t Processional ........................ Miss Jeanine Lindley Invocation ........................ Reverend William Stephens Minister, Trinity Pentecostal Church, Mattoon clcome.................Chuck Whitaker, Senior Class President Salutatorian Address ....................... Scott Swengel Valedictorian Address .........................I-atry Bahney tv ANRI -lwK r if Announcement of Honors................ Richard Green, Principal Presentation of Kcm Mfg. Award Mark Corrado Presentation of American Legion Awards Ralph White Votaw - Swank Post No. 458 Presentation of Class ............ Jerry Overby, Supt. Unit 3 Presentation of Diplomas........... Mrs. Patricia Williamson President, Board of Education Benediction ................ Reverend William Stephens Minister, Trinity Pentecostal Church, Mattoon (The audience is requested to remain seated during the Recessional) % Recessional . Miss Jeanine Lindley Top Ten Graduates: top left to right, Melinda Cummins, Lila Spencer, Andy Sudkamp, Tammy Baker, Bob Coy, Kevin Pruemer; bottom row, Scott Swengel, Larry Bahney, and Ginger Walk. Not Pictured: Debbie Boy- ken Making last minute adjustments before taking that last walk through high school, and their first walk to indepen- dence . 75 ATHLETICS Varsity Baseball The Neoga Indians Varsity Baseball Team ended the year with an 8-2 record. They were 2nd in the Na- tional Trail Conference. Gregg Daily had an 8-2 pitching record while David Ballinger lead in the batting with a .458 batting average. Coaches: J. Lee McTeer and Scott Posey. Hi There! Ready, Swing, Good Hit! Row 1 B. Coy B. Janes J. Beals B. Williamson C. Brown K. Pruemer Row 2 Coach McTeer L. Westjohn R. Rentfrow G. Daily R. Kollmann D. Ballinger Coach Posey Row 3 S. Hoedebecke D. Dow S. Maroon B. Albin D. Hoedebecke L. Bahney D. Pattin 78 Frosh Soph Baseball The Frosh Soph Baseball Team ended their season with an 8-4 record. Vic Beeson was the winning pitcher with a 6-1 record. Doug Pattin and Brett Williamson lead in the batting. Pattin averaged . 500 and Williamson . 469. Don Dow, Doug Pattin, Larry Westjohn, and Brett Williamson also played for the Varsi- ty Team. Coaches: Scott Posey and Tom Fish Future Stars What's the score? Run-in We Won! Row 1 T. Hoene J. Zimmer J. Beals S. Ballinger R. Walk D. Baker R. Albin Row 2 S. Roberts B. Williamson T. Price M. Icenogle V. Beeson D. Anderson G. Czerwonka D. Sheehan Row 3 Coach Fish K. Figgins L. Westjohn D. Dow D. Pattin B. Maroon K. Figgins W. Deters V. Beeson 79 Neoga Places Third In National Trail Conference This fourth year of cross country at NHS was headed by a new member of the coaching staff, Mr. Phillip Glosser. This season Neoga had a very impressive re- cord of 2-2 and second in all triangulars. Much time and effort went into practice and many miles were covered as the team trained themselves right into a victorious cross country season. The team captured third place in the National Trail Conference meet. The team loses only one runner, Scott Swengel, who is a senior. Another good season is expected next year. Scott takes first. Left to right: First row; Ken Kleinik, Jack Alumbaugh, Chris Sarff, Tom Helm and Coach Glosser. Second row; Scott Swengel, Steve Croy, Mike Watson and Vic Jansen. 80 N-Club jj; • JfliiflBV ■HMn VOLLEYBALL 82 Standing front to back: Lisa Swengel Karen Reed Nancy Gordon Marta Thomas Melanie Walk Debbie Bartholomew Jenny Jansen Julie Albin Shannon Tabbert Dana Whitaker Mrs. Biggs, coach Leah Osborn Linda Pruemer Lori Walk Shelia Zimmer Sharon Zimmer Kerry Walters Diane Sarff Lisa Croy Chris Sarff, manager 83 mm Frosh-Soph Gain Experience The Freshman and Sophomores started the season with a new coach: Phillip Glosser. He started with promising teams and they became better as the year progressed as their records show: Freshman 8-3, and Sophomores 6-6. The Sophomores leading scorer was Larry Westjohn with 121 points. The Freshmens leading scorer was Brett Williamson with 134. Next year prom- ises to be even better. Successful The Junior Varsity basketball team had a outstanding season. Winning their last 13 games, they improved their season record to 14-4. Next year's season promises to be even better. 85 Below; Standing, 1st row, Vic Beeson, Gary Ludwig, Brian Maroon, Doug Pattin, Mike Icenogle, Don Dow, Dave Hoedebecke, Larry Westjohn, Richard Whitaker, Vic Jansen, Vince Beeson, Coach Glosser. 2nd row, Dan Shee- han, Greg Czerwonka, Dwayne Anderson, Jack Alumbaugh, Kevin Figgins, and Rich Walk. ' 'Varsity Best In Twenty Years,' ■ that's what was said by Coach Scott Posey and many other fans. The Varsity's final record ws 20-7. Their National Trail Conference record was 7 - 2, which won them 2nd place in the Conference. Coach Posey was chosen National Trail Coach of The Year which was well earned and deserved. We all hope next year will prove to be just as good or maybe even better! Hi « t: 86 Left to Right: Kevin Pruemer, Richard Whitaker, David Hoedebecke, Larry Bahney, Steve Maroon, Don Dow, Dan Sheehan, Coach Glosser, Coach Posey, Rick Walk, Scott Hoedebecke, Russ Kollman, Greg Daily, Mike Icenogle, Doug Pattin, and Bob Coy. 1 I miff VERBS Left: Our National Trail Conference Coach! Right: Kollmann is up for 2! 87 Cheerleaders Have Busy Year! The Varsity cheerleading squad was elected before school was out last May. Over the summer they attended a U.S.C.A. cheerleading camp at St. Louis University. The squad received ribbons for their cheering ability and on the final night of com- petition they received a plaque for the squad showing the most improvement. Along with the basketball teams continual improvement the Varsity and J. V. cheerleading squad helped boost the crowds spirits higher than they have been for a few years. Mighty-Mighty Indians! 88 Varsity wins plaque. Sophomores get rowdy at pep assembly. Disco Babies! Coach was glad that he lost this time. Varsity cheerleaders, left: Andrea Walk, Lisa Wright, Mary Short, Ginger Walk, Shannon Tabbert, Maureen Gruel. J. V. cheerleaders, below: Sheryl Hoedebecke, Melanie Walk, Jeanine Lindley, Linda Pruemer, Lynn Jaharus, Bev Walk. NHS Tennis The tennis team had a pretty good year. The team was young, did a lot of building, and showed a lot of potential. Mr. Posey thought this years team was the best the school had ever had. Got Ya! Above: Standing left to right, Vince Beeson, Ken Figgins, Vic Jansen, Vic Beeson, Bill Albin, Scott Krueger. Kneeling: Chris Byford, Tony Kenworthy, and Dan Sheehan. Below: left, No applause please ! Below: right, May I have this dance ? 90 Tennis 77-78 J.V. Tennis Team: Left to right: Leah Osborn, Linda Pruemer, Dana Whitaker, Mar- sha Wilson, Penny Zahm, Shel- ley Ehrhart, Julie Gentry, Pam Plummer. Varsity Tennis Team: Standing left to right: Mrs. Church, Coach; Mary Short, Julie Krueger, Brenda Coy, Sandi Cordes, Shelia Zimmer, Sec- ond Row left to right: Sharon Zimmer, Lisa Wright, Tina Miller. 91 Swengel 2nd In State!!! The 1978 track season proved to be very successful for Coach Phil Glosser and the NHS track team. The team brought home 108 awards acquired at various meets. Team accomplishments include a second place finish in the freshmen conference, second in the freshmen - sophomore conference, and third in the varsity confer- ence. The team was fortunate and had a state qualifi- er. Scott Swengel placed second in the State in the high jump and tenth in the triple jump. Pictured, left to right, first row: Terry Cummins, Brian Maroon, Jeff Logue, Kevin Figgins, Pat Lindsay, Jack Alumbaugh, Jerry Cummins, Second row: Tom Helm, Rick Painter, Doug Pattin, Wes Andrews, Russ Kollman, Richard Whitaker, Mike Icenogle, Third row: Coach Phil Glosser; Andy White, David Ballinger, John Hardesty, Rusty Rennels, Tony Price, Ken Klienik, Steve Croy, Student Coach Tim Katzmark. Girls Track Team Has Four State Qualifiers The girl's track team was successful this year, produc- ing four state qualifiers. Those competing at the state level were: Tina Miller in the 100 yard dash, Cindy Osborn in the 440 yard dash, and the 880-medley relay team, Sheryl Hoede- becke, Kerry Walters, Cindy Osborn and Tina Miller. The team's coach was Terri Biggs. 93 J.A. KRUEGER INSURANCE A Community Minded Business For Community Minded People Ph. 217 895-3321 Neoga, 111. NEOGA HIGH SCHOOL AUCTION ! 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Except Sunday EFFINGHAM Illinois Car Wash OPEN 24 Hours NEOGA ILL. TOLEDO PHARMACY COMPLETE PRESCRIPTION SERVICE DUTCH PANTRY GREENUP ILLINOIS WALT’S CAMERA SHOP PICTURE IT TODAY SEE IT FOREVER no Good Luck Class of 78’ PILLSBURY COMPANY ETNA ILLINOIS 'X , SAMUEL MUSIC CO. COMPLETE SERVICES AND FACILITY 908 W. FAYETTE EFFINGHAM, ILL. SCHILLING AND SLOAN SERVICE IS OUR BUSINESS JOHN DEERE SALES AND SERVICE HIGHWAY 45 SOUTH MATTOON, ILLINOIS DAVID DWIGHT SCHILLING MANAGERS PHONE (217)-234-6478 GanMea The Friendly Store 1500 BROADWAY MATTOON, ILLINOIS BILL’S DINER 212 W. MAIN TEUTOPOLIS, ILL. Bank MATTOON, ILLINOIS I BOOSTERS KIMARY REALTY FERN WILLIAMS DON'S GARAGE DENIMS INN LINDA SVOKAMP VILLAGE SNACK BAR WEBER’S CLOTHING AND JEWELRY 114 E. Main Teutopolis, ILL. KENDALL PHOTOGRAPHY Qualified Photographer 201 N. 4th Street Effingham, 111. 62401 Mon-Fri 10-5 217-342-4681 Weddings, Potraiture (all types) Commercial, Special Occasions Congratulations Class Of 78’ RICHARD’S INSURANCE AGENCY Stew-Stras Compliments Of NEOGA POLICE DEPT Chief Randall Mendenhall 1 NEW CAR DEALERS ASSOCIATION OF EFFINGHAM BENNETT TIRE fdII COMPANY lULJn Complete Tire Service hIflMlli Windsor, Illinois 459-2115 459-2104 Bob Stoffer Olds Cadillac Shouse Motor Sales Poland Pontiac and Buick Goeckner Brothers C and L Auto Sales Dan Hecht Chevrolet Laue Motor Co. Effingham Ford Sales KELLER OIL CO. INC. Effingham, 111. Phone 347-7717 Compliments of KROGER CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 78’ 205 East Jefferson Effingham, IL. Phone 342-4440 K.C. SUMMERS BUICK Compliments of MATTOON, ILLINOIS STEWARDSON NATIONAL BANK Stewardson, IL 1' 113 E-T EVERETT THOMAS Sporting Goods CHARLESTON— 510 SIXTH STREET—'’17)345-4717 CROSS COUNTY MALL-LOCKER ROOM-(217)234-4 79 (Lite (initial Hlmnt Head Gift Shop YVONNE 6c DON PETERSON. SAYS Stop By and Say Hr on'the CORNER OF 6th A PBOAOW PHONE 618-244-6305 MT. VERNON KERN MFG. CO. NEOGA, ILL. ££ TAYLOR’S IGA CROSS COUNTY MALL IGA AND YOU MADE FOR EACH OTHER TAYLOR IGA CROSS COUNTY MALL GOOD NEIGHBOR IGA ROUTE 45 MATTOON ILLINOIS CRAWFORD SHOE GARMENT MFG., CO. 1801 Lakeland BIvd. Mattoon, Illinois COMPLIMENTS OF: MYER’S BROTHERS CROSS COUNTY MALL MATTOON, ILL. C. R. NEFF HEATING AND PLUMBING MATTOON, ILL. LR.NEFF INC. co omo-KKi ■ iSis DOUBLE A-O MOBILE HOMES MATTOON, ILL. 115 CARRUTHER’S BI-RITE NEOGA, ILL. EARL ROSS CLOTHERS CROSS COUNTY MALL PAT’S MARATHON NEOGA, ILL. Boosters HOWARD’S 500 PLATOLENE K. C. SUMMERS BUICK PHIPPS SHOE STORE AND CRADLE AND TOT HEURMANS T. V. AND STERO TROWER MEMORIALS D. R. ANTON DIPPLOID SCHALLERT’S SINGER AND MAYTAG UNDERWOOD DENTAL LAB. MR. AND MRS. L. K. VORIS WEIDMAN CLEANERS MR. AND MRS. ELLSWORTH MAYHEW CARL, EVELYN, RAY AND TAMMIE STAR WALT MID STATE SALES INC. STUART’S IGA AUGENSTEIN CUSTOM SPRAYING THE MARTINQUE FASHIONS HOELSCHER SERVICE STATION KARL SANDS APPAREL SCOTTS FEED STORE D.R. LEWIS FRAZIER D.D.S. CROSSROADS VINTAGE CAR CLUB, EFFINGHAM ROBERT MAYHALL AND EVELYN EVELYN RICHARDSON GAIL AND JUDY WHITE W. G. BEST HOMES CORP. MARGE CROYS SHOP AND SHOE STORE CLOTHING AND SHOES FOR THE FAMILY NORTH SIDE OF SQUARE PHONE - 849-2491 TOLEDO, ILL. CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 78’ FROM THE NEOGA NEWS Q 577 CHESTNUT kB TELEPHONE 895-2234 CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES NEOGA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE li 1' ; i; 3 Vfflwi'k m fitekme J1 Phone 342-4077 r Mon.-Sat. 9-5 Friday 9-7 CARS TRUCKS K AND L FORD SALES TOLEDO, ILL. Roast Beef FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE Eat in or Carry Out 2417 MARSHAL — Mattoon PHONE 849-2781 LENDON DARLING OWNER HOME PHONE 923-3080 WILLAREDT “ OIL COMPANY M AND W PROPANE CO. MATTOON, ILLINOIS 61938 PHONE 234-4477 MMUIN’S @ Congratuations to the class of '78 ELLMANS DEPT. STORE SUPER STORE Clothing Shoe Headquarters Effingham Illinois OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 78’ COMPLIMENTS OF LUDWIG BULLDOZING SIGEL, ILLINOIS 844-3606 120