Neponset High School - Zephyr Yearbook (Neponset, IL)

Text from Pages 1 - 96 of the 1977 volume:

the Tleponsct High School Published By The Annual Staff of 1977 Neponset. Illinois August, 1977 Volume XXX f-fQm w€ Qob C0 3t$$ ? Ucw got cltass ? f-lam w got ofetss ? Yfea, tna ! 'Zepluj'is mm. . . kcu, IwCU vl 3 De itccdioi i We, the Annual Staff of 1977, dedicate Volume XXX of the Zephyr, to the Neponset basketball team, better known as the Zephyrs. For the fourth straight season, the Zephyrs were cochampions of a basketball conference. After three shares of the Little Eight Conference title, the Zephyrs were cochampions of the Bureau Valley Conference this season. These honors did not come easily. Many long hours of hard work and teamwork were necessary to achieve them. As a gesture toward this work, we find it appropriate to deicate this edition of the Zephyr to them. 4 ; • • • These trophies stimulate Mr. Freeman into reminiscing about the good ole days.” Below, Jim Heiser exhibits some of the determination and spirit the Zephyrs showed throughout the year. Lower left, Dave Mueller goes for an important rebound during the Sparland game. Don't you understand the joke. Brad? Kathy Nyert attempts to lead the crowd in a cheer while the other cheerleaders contemplate helping her. 5 Ac ctfifiuCS, OmkL Oj aJiA Vowtety 0 And yet another year in good old N. H. S. Opposite page: Joni and Walter boogie down to the music at Homecoming. Opposite page, extreme right: In an unusual assembly in which no words were spoken, Bruce Rathbun expresses himself through the art of pantomime. At right is an experimental self-supervised study hall. Mr. Nell's bookkeeping class attempts to make their credits equal their debits. 6 XctloitipJ) ACCtkb YpJXfc Band members prepare to display their skills for their audience during a grade school assembly. f ft This page is in memory of Tom Kroot, a member of rhe 1977 Senior Class. He participated in football, basketball, and track, and was a valued member of several organizations. Tom was a cheerful individual. Whenever he was around there was never a dull moment. Tom's memory will always be in our hearts. 8 Glqldmv Ptesluwfiw MUxd M.W.S. Allison Berry Mark Claeys Connie Davis Tim Folger Bob Heise DeWayne Jannie Mrs. Fleming discusses upcoming evems with freshman class officers who are Cathy Junis, Sec.-Rep.; Steve Williamson. Pres.; Tim Folger, Treas.; and Edwin Peterson, V. Pres. 10 While Mrs. Block is looking on another activity, Cathy acts quickly by trying to drown Allison. Heidi, the human Tootsie Roll, and Trish seem to think Cathy isn't really serious. Cathy Junis Troy Kaiser Jim Kroot Doug Long Gale Morris Gary Mowbray Edwin Peterson Heidi Peterson Trish Price Debbie Schurer Tim Stone Steve Williamson 11 QophoM'ies oj 'fsfoxKcL Sonia Block Dan Breitbach Jeff Chadd Brian Crofton David Duff Peteann Gricius Robert Gunning Janet Hoadley Tony Kares Terry Laub Doug Lindbeck Todd Milnes Karen Moore Larry Mueller Lisa Smith Crystal Stabler Clif Stetson Mary VanMeir The real Sonia and Lisa finally decide to stand up. 12 0 PcvvOudifo’ ’ (pi Brian, absorbing your biology by osmosis just doesn't work. Sophomore officers, Brian Yarger, rep.: Doug Lindbeck, pres.: Mr. Freeman, sponsor: Larry Mueller, vice pres.; Dan Breitbach, treas.: and Lisa Smith, sec., visualize what great things can be done with the cloud paper for homecoming. 13 JukUhs lAahe Tttb fl Mt 0(y AjOuQOtQWJb QoHes Sonya Anderson Walter Claeys JoLyn Crofton Dave Dailey Many Golby Marcia Heise Mike Heise Dwayne Jackson David Kaiser Brad Kemerling Dena Kopp David Krahn Mark Mauceri David Mealman y n While Marty is pondering the thought of his first shave, Kathy offers a helping hand. Junior officers as seen here, are checking their financial status after completing their magazine sales. They are, Kathy Nyert, Treasurer; Brad Kemerling, Vice President; Walter Claeys, Reporter; Dena Kopp, Secretary: David Krahn, President; and Miss Clark, Sponsor. Vickie Mowbray Kathy Nyert Ronnie Ouart Mike Schurer Sue Sissel Melanie Snyder Teresa VanMeir Peggy Weber Joni Wittmeyer Ben Yepsen 15 1877-1977 —U fc’ufe Cotw A Lmq U ay CLINTON ALBERT BLOCK Football 1-3; Class Office, Sec. 1; Plays 1,2; FFA 1-4; Band 1-4; Student Council, Pres. 4; French Club 3,4; State Scholar 4: Boys State. BARBARA LYNN GERROND Girls Basket. 1; Cheerleading, Capt. 2,4; Pep Club 1,2; Class Office, Treas. 2, Sec.-Rep. 4; Mask Script 1-4, Treas. 3, Pres. 4; Plays 1-4; Annual Staff, Photo. 3,4; FHA 1-4, Rep. 2, Sec. 4; Band 1-4; Chorus 1-4; St. Council, Sec. 3,4: French Club 3,4, Sec. 4; Home. Roy., Att. 2,4; Snow. Roy. Queen 4; Grad. Mar. 3; DAR 1976-1977. ARLENE MARIE CLAEYS Pep Club 1,2: Plays 2; FHA 1,2; FFA, Treas. 3; Band, Flag Girl 1-3; Chorus 1,2; French Club 3. PATRICIA ANNE GUNNING Class Office, Treas. 4: Plays 2: Annual Staff 3,4, Editor 4; FHA 1-4; Band 1-4; Chorus 1-4; Homecoming Royalty 2nd Alt., 4; Snowball Royalty 2nd Att.. 4. BRENDA LEE FOLGER Cheerleader 2; Pep Club 1,2; Class Office, Rep. 3: Mask Script 2-4, Hist. 4; Plays 2,3: FHA 1-3: Student Council 2; French Club 3; Homecoming Royalty 3. JAMES RALPH HEISER Football 1-3; Basketball 1-4; Co-Capt. 2; Mask Script 2-4; Plays 1,2,4; FFA 1-4, Rep. 2, Sec. 3,4; Band 1,2; Chorus 1,2; Homecoming Royalty 3; Snowball Royalty 3,4, 2nd Att. 3,4; Track Mgr. 1; Boys State; Golf 4. 16 Senior Class Officers Lauri Smith, Pres.; Pat Gunning, Treas.; Mark Stetson, Vice Pres.; and Barb Gerrond, Sec.-Rep. check over the agenda for the class trip. JEFFRY ALLEN HOOGERWERF Plays 2: FFA 1-3. JULIUS JOSEPH MAES Football Mgr. 1-3; Basketball Mgr. 1-3: FFA 1,2: Student Council 2. DAVID WILLIAM MUELLER Football 1-3, Capt. 3, All Conference Defensive End, 2, Honorable Mention, 3: Basketball 1-4, Co-Captain 4, All Conference First Team 2-4; Mask Script 2-4; Plays 1-4; FFA 1-4, Pres. 4, V. Pres. 3: Homecoming Royalty, 2nd Att., 4; Snowball Royalty, 1st Alt., 2, King 3,4; Golf 4. LANE JEFFRY NORTON Basketball 1-4; Track 1-4: Class Office, Treas. 1, Pres. 2; Mask Script 3,4, Treas. 4; Student Council 3; French Club 3,4. GREGG LEE PICKERING Football 1-3; Basketball Mgr. 2: Mask Script 2-4; Plays 2-4; FFA 1,2; Band 1-3; Chorus 1. 17 QqjmM R t DuAatg PaiftfiVkU ot A hunting we will go . . . so say the Senior D.O. students as they depart from the High School to go to their jobs. LAURI SUE SMITH Girls Basketball 1-4; Pep Club 1,2: Class Officer, Sec. 3, Pres. 4; Mask Script 2-4, V. Pres. 4; Plays 3,4: Annual Staff, Typist 2-4; FHA 1-4, Sec. 3, Pres. 4, V. Pres, of Degrees 2; Band 1-4; Chorus 1-4: Fr. Club 4, Treas. 4; Homecoming Royalty, Att. 1, Queen 4: Snowball Royalty, 1st Att. 4: Track Editor 4; Track Bkkper 1; Basketbal 1 St at. 2-4: Who's Who Among Am. High School Students 3. MARK JAMES STETSON Class Officer, Rep. 1, V. Pres. 2-4: FFA 1.3; Band 1-3; Fr. Club 3.4. CHARLES GLENN THUMMA Football 1-3: Basketball Mgr. 1-3: Plays 1,2,4; FFA 1-4, V. Pres. 4. DEBORAH ELAINE VERBOUT FHA 1; Student Council 1. JOHN ROBERT WALL Football 1-3: Basketball 1-4, Co. capt. 4, Hon. Mention All Conf. 3; Class Officer, Pres. 1, Treas. 3; Plays 2: FFA 1-4, Treas. 2,4, Pres. 3; Student Council 1,4, V. Pres. 4: Fr. Club 3,4, V. Pres. 4: Homecoming Royalty, 2, 1st Att. 4; Snowball Royalty, 1st Att. 3: State Scholar 4. 18 The boys stake their claim in the line while Pat says Don't Fence Me Out! QeuiM lAakb Uost 0 bAW'Bo dx Haven't I seen you before? Standing on the comer watching all the girls go by . . . except Mr. Kime. Climb every mountain. Forge every stream, Follow every by way. Till you find your dream ... Or McDonalds. 19 Class of 1926 Eileen Carney Earl Bennett Ruth Cinnamon Gordon Burnett William Creasey Nina Dahl James Driscoll Margaret Fallon Hilda Girven George Russell Marjorie Hill Cora Mae Smith Clarence Kuster Wauneeta Smith Evelyn Lyle Helen Stabler Mabel Lyle Bruce Whaples Carl Mathesor George Gerrond Harl Matheson Louise Jackson J. Warren Miller Harry Russell W. Wayne Miller Class of 1927 Cecil Cinnamon Ruth Dahl John Gunning Clarence Robinson Francis Russell Glenn Shaner Margaret Van De Sampel Charles Wood Glen Lyle Chester McMillan Class of 1932 Elmer McMillan Leona Anderson William Nellis LeRoy Berry Helen Robinson Vera Bennett Beulah Spencer Elden Bitting Ralph Stabler Darrell Blake Leonard Witte Robert Coates Class of 1928 Mary Creasey Elizabeth Driscoll Pansy Berry Evah Gerard Bernard Carney HarTy Hill Ralph Girvin Lucille Oberg Maurine Hannum Josephine Scott Ida Junis Lawrence Scott Mildred Kuster Dorothy Stabler Margaret Lyle Meredith Tracy Uluvia Lyle Borgia Wetzel Harold Robinson Melvin Richards Arthur Sharer Elizabeth Stabler Class of 1933 Sherman Stetson Leanore Bennett Class of 1929 Dale Bitting Elaine Cinnamon Lois E. Benner Avery Dickerson Vernon Bennett Esther Fields Berdene Gunning Lawrence Harlan Ethel Livingston William Heise Aldene Norton Bernice Kaiser Lottie Norton George Kopp Donna Pickering Gerald Kuster Dorothy Pratt Loraine Lang Eleanor Russell Mary Nonon Blanche Spencer Wilbur Nonon Bernice Stabler Wilma Nonon Grace Stabler Gertrude Pratt Helen Stewart Lawrence Reed Bruce Stewan Delfred Sadler Class of 1930 Elizabeth Scott Randall Shaner Eddie Berry Margaret Spencer Dillon Blake Alta Stetson Ban Briggs Jane Stetson Bertha Creasey Edna Swearingen John Elliott Vivian Hannun Class of 1934 Scott Lyford Margaret E. Ahlgren Clarice Lyle Thco M. Babb T. Edwin Nonon Velma J. Berry John Oberg Wm. Kenneth Brady Marvin Pigg Elizabeth Coates Florence Richards Alice R. Creasey Dale Shaner Charlotte Gerard Jean Spencer Bertha E. Gunning George Whaples Mabel I. Hood Class of 1931 Mary Ann Hood Hayden A. Kaiser Harry Berry Alma Oberg Evelyn L. Omanson Doris McMeen Bcrneice Parks Arlene Oberg Mildred Adele Robinson Philip Omanson Geraldine C. Russell LeRoy Rollins Eleanor Scott Laura Scott J. Herben Scaife Mary Stabler Lloyd C. Twing Carolyn Stetson Class of 1935 Clarence Ahlgren Lawrence Swearingen Class of 1939 Dorothy Ahlgren John Brady Marian Bitting Roben Cinnamon Helen Bumphrey Romanic Currier Eleanor Buswell Ethel Harlan Helen Cinnamon Edwin Heise Wilmur Driscoll Helen Heise Genevieve Elliot Wilbur Miller Ellen Girven Norman Parker Max Kuster Mildred Scaife Helen Miller Emery Sprowls Charles Moodie Ester Stabler Charles Nonon Hazel Williamson Dorothy Oberg Helen Stetson Kenneth Reed Roben Girvin Dean Sandhagen Class of 1940 Harold Stetson Pete Armstrong Evelyn Swearingen Clarence Bennett Ina Swearingen Anabel Beny Katherine Wilt Marjorie Beny Class of 1936 Florence Blake Paul Berry Paul Driscoll Eleanor Bowen Elaine DinWiddie Dorothy Burnett Eugene Gunning Alma Currier Della Haddy Esther DeWhirst Wanen Harvey Dorothy Harrison Wayne Headley Dorothy Mear Clifford LyLe Evelyn Nonon Virgil Price Rolland Omanson Wayne Price Willard Pearson Blaine Reed Helen Scott Arthur Robinson Roben Scott Leola Sharp Class of 1941 Class of 1937 Garnet Addis Verna Bennett Charles Bates Shirley Bitting Evelyn Bitting Lillian Burnett Francis Brady Mildred Cunan Harlan Carpenter Dorothy DinWiddie Jeanne Coates Harvey Hoogerwerf Mervin Dahl James Junis Ethel DeWhirst Beatrice Lake Arlene Gerard Anna Miller Lorene Gerard Thelma Parker Margaret Girven Beverly Seeds Ruth Grubb Neva Skoog John Hood Velma Sprowls Ramon Hulick Lois Stabler Thomas Keeney Willard Stabler Lyman Rollins Donald Stetson Helen Stabler Donald Swearingen Roben Stetson John Verbout Eleanor Oberg Class of 1938 Class of 1942 Margaret Bates Betty Armstrong Lloyd Bcnnet Jr. Wanen Bennett Roben Craig Alden Berry Kenneth Gerard Mary Berry Avis Haddy Orval Bowen Sarah Hood Marjorie Crossland Laura L. Kuster Mary Ann Driscoll Vyla McMeen Cecil Gunning Josephine Nonon Orville Heise Esther Omanson Bemadine Lyle William Schmidt Clas of 1943 Margaret Bennett Marjorie Bitting Wilbur Blake Lawrence Evans Kathryn Gunning Elolse Harvey Floyd Hoogerwerf Marjorie Jackson Jean Kaine Allen Pratt Kathleen Sharp Howard Sprowls Charles Blake Francis Stabler Lloyd Stabler Marjorie Tucker Chas Stabler Class of 1944 Lois Beary Maxine Gunning Virginia Bates Gertrude Block Elaine Bracke Delores Curran Arthur Kemerling Ward Norton. Jr. Shirley Pardue Wilbur Seeds Class of 1945 James Golby Adelaide Junis Leola Pardue Donald Bates Joe DinWiddie Dorothy Driscoll Carolyn Hamilton Bruce McMeen Vivian McMeen Harry R. Norton Doris Pratt Edward Verbout Class of 1946 Ivan Skoog Shirley Stabler Wayne Price Lyman Bitting Virginia Bennett Ruth Block Patricia Curran Marvin Craig Wayne Jacobson Joanne Kopp John Mitchell Lyman Miller Jack Pickering Dean Price Elaine Schmidt Ellis Stabler Lloyd Tucker Class of 1947 Mary Lou Kaine Howard Gunning Caryl Junis Kitty Mae Golby Gwendolyn Headley Robert Pickering Jean Driscoll Mary Ann Verbout Harry Pratt Virgil Lindquist Shirley Van Meir Junior Swearingen Barbara McMeen John Ahlgren Jack Tautkus Class of 1948 Mollie Stetson Lawrence Krahn Clarice Kuster Susan Stetson Shirley Berry Joanne Hodge Corrinne Ouart Betty Bennett Thomas Junis Donald Stabler Lois Murray Mary Lu Harrison Clarence Norton Vem Schmidt Robert Royce Dick Pratt John Currier Wayland Stabler Class of 1949 Hugo Block Douglas Burnett Lee Beery Harold Grubb Mary Ann Ahlgren Richard Kuster Carolyn Dahl Robert Norton Maribeth Ripka Betty Lou Jackson Class of 1950 Joseph Stetson Cherie Lyford John Golby Barbara Curran Mary Ann Christiansen Wayne Gerrond John Heise Arnold Schmidt Lillie Miller Anna Mae Harvey John Gunning Thomas Ahlgren Class of 1951 Beverly Gould Harriet Krahn James Bennett Wilbur Bennett Carol Blake Elizabeth Golby Regina Golby Ruth Jury Pat Kaine Bonnie Kemerling Patricia Norton Glenn Ouan Faye Stabler Tom Pratt Joyce Stabler Sylvia Swearingen Caryl Verbout La Verne Wood Class of 1952 Barbara Mercer Shirley Bennett Janis Bigham Neil Burnett Beulah Christiansen Bernice Christiansen Donald Gerrond James Verbout Willis Wood Maurice Yepsen Wendell Yepsen Class of 1953 Robert Carlson Richard Daniel Elaine De Shepper Marlene Gould Leslie Girvin George Ouan Betty Kuster Mary Mercer Janice Stabler Carol Stabler Kenneth Stabler John Swearingen Class of 1954 Beth Miller Bill Studley Lila Junis Betty Verbout Ruth Croegaen Joyce Lyford Patricia Golby Arliss Sharer Edwin Peterson Thelben Thompson Ted Folger Joan Krahn Roben De Schepper Class of 1955 Arrolin Berry Jeanette Bigham Sandra Brady Beverly Colgan Terry Folger Merrill Gunning Verna Harvey Duane Heise Richard Heise Francis Junis Paul Low, Jr. Howard Mercer Wendell G. Miller Joan B. Nash Viola Ouan Peggy Pratt Patricia Shaner Eleanor Jean Stabler Peggy Wei bourne Marvin Williams Steve Wood Mynle Yepsen Class of 1956 Eileen Miller Sandra McMeen Glenn Carlson Janice Olson Wayne Stabler Eloese Folger Harold Roush. Jr. Class of 1957 Edwin Bannas Suzanne Burcham Margaret Carley Waller Claeys Roben Foes William Guthrie Bruce Heise Stabley Kaiser Carol Krahn Howard Milnes Richard Redenius Marlene illiams Jerry Welboume Joan Williams Class of 1958 Josephine Amburgy Leslie Bennett Margaret Bennett Arnold Carlson Mary Gunning Mary Hill Kay Kizer George Krahn Gloria Manley John Warren Miller Bob Milnes Linda Moon Ronald Morris Joan Nanninga Becky Shaner Nancy Thorp Stephen Gunning Dan Wood Class of 1959 John Amburgy James Burcham Carolyn Carley Buddy Carlson Cecil Dahl Richard Foes William Mercer Janet Miller Ronald Miller Sharon Nash Jean Papacek John Rednour Sandra Stetson Lawrence Whaples Class of 1960 Allan Bates Ivan Bennett John Bennett Sam Jo Berry Gary Coates Eileen Golby Paul Heberer Marshall Holmes Alan Kaiser Carolyn Pratt Verna Miller Delores Moore Forrest Pratt John Scott Linda Shaner Dennis Yepsen Gary Stabler Class of 1961 Audrey Bennett Roben Bennett Roben Berry David Cannon Mary Carlson Leslie Dahl David Dana Susan Gerrond James Hill William Holmes Louise McKie Marilyn Papacek Larry Pratt Allie Rednour Roben Redenius Patricia Stetson Jerry Swearingen Mary Swearingen Class of 1962 Lee Bennett Brad Berry Barbara Burcham Diana Dana Myma Burnett Thomas Blake Susan Moore Rose Marie Golby Becky Hood Michael Bradley Lee Mueller Phyllis Hepner Roger Cannon Peggy Craine Gary Norton Melanie Holmes Patsy Brady Patricia Dana Richard Norton Loes Miller Dan Stetson Patricia Devenyns Michael Nyert Virginia Miller Donovan Hodgett Keith Kaiser Lisa Pickering Vicki Morris Greg Stetson Lynn Luther Randy Pickering Susan Pletkovich Charles Blake Robert Miller Renee Pickering Clarence Rednour James Larimer Judith Moore Laurel Price Connie Stabler Andrea Wall Gloria Murray Raymond Robinson Lee Stabler Pamela Norton Rex Seiden James Thorp Class of 1967 Harry Norton Terry Smith John Verbout Virginia Stone Brent Price Jack Stabler Robert Ver Heecke Donald Brady Linda Price Mary Stetson Michael Berry Alan Rollins George Stone Class of 1963 Mary Bennett Gary Stabler LaVeme Bennett Diane Dickerson Jerry Stabler Class of 1974 Ronald Brady Linda Dana John Stabler Terry Brown Carolyn Cinnamon Joanne Horner Kenneth Verbout Ted Folger, Jr. Ronald Foes Mary Pickering Paula Hoadley Grant Gerrond Ronald Nash Nancy Jackson Rebecca Kemerling Marilyn Heiser Larry Stabler Carol VanMeir Steven Junis Nancy Stetson Janice Seiden Class of 1971 Randy Kaiser Judy Williams Celia Wood Arlene Carley Timothy Mahnesmith Judith Verbout James Gray Nancy Mealman Class of 1964 Gary Moore Douglas Hodgett Teresa Norton Marilyn Shaner Sally Stabler Deborah Hood Roger Pratt Dan Gunning Sherry Stabler Steven Jannie Ronald Skaggs Pamela Holsclaw Thomas Kidd Dennis Stabler John Gerrond Class of 1968 Jeffrey Lyford Julie Subler Dawn Morris Steven Bradley Julie Lyford Theresa Steffen Tim Golby Barbara Stetson Stephen Miller Lucretia Thumma Carol Miller Ellis Hepner Charlotte Murray Beverly VanMeir Mary Kaiser Susan Jo Kidd Christine Rollins Carl Wall Jay Verbout Susan Dickerson Alan Scott Russell Weber Jim Robinson Susan Craine Jerral Seiden Doug Miles Julia Tremont Jon Smith Class of 1975 Barbara Carley Nadine Kaiser Michael Stone Barbara Jannie Louise Swearingen Mark Bowen Shannon Swearingen Carol Golby Michael Johnson Marlene Miller Charles Weber Margaret Kidd Faye Luther Carol Williams James Moore Class of 1965 A. Ross Morris Cheryl Williams Susan Mueller Sue Bennett Pamela Pickering Yvonne Anderson Dennis Berry Richard Hodgett Class of 1972 Jeffry Brown Mary Berry Patricia Wall Virginia Bowen Dwain Carley Mary Sue Cinnamon Mary Robinson Allan Bradley Alva Clark Currier. Jr. Brad Currier Pamela Swearingen Steven Brown Jayne Doye LeRoy Dana Mary Carley Nancy Heiser Julie Gotheridge Class of 1969 Grace Dana Debra Norton Gregg Gunning Susan Bradley Dan Gray Mark Norton Jill Hill Allan Cannon Linda Heinrich Joseph Nyert Dennis Jackson Cathy Currier Carol Heiser Rebecca Price John Kares Clifford Gunning Claris Hepner Michael Stetson Cheri Luther Carol Hoadley Rose Jlnis Tom Stone Barbara Miller Thomas Hood Mark Kemerling Harold Swearingen Mary Jane Miller David Jackson Robert Morris, Jr. Dennis Wall Jon Pickering Michael Lindbeck Polly Price Jody Wittmeyer Marlyn Stabler Michael Lyford Nancy Rollins Linda Stetson Carla Matheson David Smith Class of 1976 Dennis VanMeir Gary Miller Scott Steffen Steven Adams Carol Verbout Martin Norton Robert Stetson Kevin Brown Sherry Williamson Milo Pletkovich 11 Jacqueline Swearingen Marilyn Sue Brown Margot Taylor Roger Robinson James Tremont Mark Cunningham Pam Rakestraw Linda Schieler Jerry Verbout Jan Gerrond Timothy Shaner Nancy Wall Laura Hood Class of 1966 Patricia Stone Debra Junis Nancy Miller Ida Swearingen Class of 1973 Frederick Kopp John Berry Donald Verbout Harry Bennett Gary Krahn Joseph Robinson Cindy Voels Jolene Jacobson Kevin Logsdon Nancy Kaiser John Williams Michael Jannie Steven Mealman Terry Kuster Larry Williams John Junis Robert Nyert Ronald Gerard Roy Williams Mark Kaiser Anita Stabler Marlis Hepner Christine Kidd Patti Stetson Glenn Shaner Class of 1970 Kathryn Lindstrom Eva Tremont Steve Rollins David Berry Diana Logsdon Jani Wittmeyer M-W.S. Welxxwo A Serving District 307 as board members for the 1976-77 school year were Edwin Heise, Dan Thurlow, Bill Guthrie, Ron Miller, Merle Moore, Jack Scott, and Martha Price. President Jack Scott reads over the agenda while Dan Thurlow and Bill Guthrie prepare for the board meeting. Mr. Delbert Camp, the District's new Superintendent, contemplates some revisions in the school schedule. In addition to being superintendent, Mr. Camp also served as the elementary school principal. Throughout the year, Mr. Camp, Mr. Dennison, and the board worked in close harmony to bring about a good and successful school year. 24 Pausing from his rigorous schedule, Mr. Dennison looks over some of his incoming mail for the day. In performing his administrative duties as principal of N . H. S . for his second year, Bruce Dennison kept things well in hand. Letter opening is just one of the many duties Dorothy Norton performs as secretary to the Superintendent. Cheerful as ever, Eveline Lyford competently assists Mr. Dennison as secretary in addition to being District treasurer. 25 Mrs. Fleming looks at a group of slides to choose some to supplement a laboratory presentation. Mrs. Mary Ann Block once more taught all home ec. classes and consumer economics. She also guided three senior girls in independent studies. The areas studied were child development, refinishing furniture, cooking, and sewing. Mrs. Block was FHA sponsor. Miss Marjorie Clark's teaching duties included Typing 1 and II, Shorthand I and II, and French I and II. As well as serving as Junior Class sponsor and French Club sponsor, she watched a study hall at the grade school. Mrs. Joyce Fleming was a new addition to the teaching staff of N.H.S. She had a very heavy schedule for a first-year teacher as she not only taught Biology I and II and advanced science at the high school, but also taught junior high science. Mrs. Fleming also sponsored the Freshman Class. 26 at M W«S. Mr. Roger Jepson also acquired leaching duties at the grade school. He taught junior high math. At N.H.S. he taught Algebra I, advanced math, and world geography. Mr. Jepson also served as Senior Class sponsor. Mr. Larry Freeman had a busy year as he taught four P.E. classes, U.S. History, World History and Health. Mr. Freeman was also Sophomore Class sponsor. Mr. John Kime continued this year to share his agricultural leaching duties with Kewanee and Neponsei. As FFA leader, Mr. Kime supervised the ag farm. Mr. Kime inspects the arc welder prior to use in class. 27 F cufty £[u tes Light Ow Tte Subj cte Mr. Weber energetically conducts the band at the High School Music Contest. Mr. John Nell taught business classes consisting of Introduction to Business, Bookkeeping I and II, as well as basic math and drivers ed. A real test of his memory was teaching Plane Geometry after a lapse of seven years. Of course Mr. Nell again served as advisor of the Zephyr. Mr. Larry Weber worked hard as band and chorus director preparing students for concerts and contests in grade school as well as high school. Mrs. Carol Gerrond taught five English classes. She also took care of the library making sure all books were in the proper places. Being advisor of Mask and Script, Mrs. Gerrond produces fall and spring plays. 28 i i This page is in memory of Nina Maes. Nina was the custodian at the high school. She was someone you could always joke around with, and she always had something cheerful to say. Nina will not be forgotten. Bus DltUS iS, J ut't£S$, Cooks PlOVidb IlftijporiOMt QckooPyQpMM s At top, bus drivers Mr. and Mrs. Bill Craine, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Norton, Joyce Mowbray, and Germaine Breitbach discuss the bus schedule. Above, Nina Maes, school janitress, is cleaning windows, one of her many duties. Above, cooks Anna Bates and Christine Clong display some of the food they will be serving. They prepare meals for both grade and high school students. 30 Zfepfuft S RnSbY cvi fit Goty Composing Neponset High's first golf squad were Mark Mauceri, Clif Stetson, Roben Gunning, Dough Lindbeck, Ben Yepsen, Coach Roben Tasker, Many Golby, Mike Heise, Jim Heiser, Larry Mueller, and Allison Berry. Since football was discontinued, Neponset's fall spon was golf. Containing nine boys and one girl, the squad faced the incovenience of having to go to Kewanee to practice on a course. One meet was held with the Western Rams with the Zephyrs being defeated. Mr. Tasker was able to gain experience as golf coach for the first time. 32 CJ mhoAm Pwoida Varsity cheerleaders Kathy Nyert, Barb Gerrond, Teresa VanMeir, Peggy Weber, and Dena Kopp practice a cheer for the game at Tampico. Mrs. Bruce Dennison was the cheerleading sponsor for the 1976-77 year. She was of tremendous help to the squad. The cheerleaders worked hard to raffle off cakes at home basketball games to help pay the expense of cheerleading camp. The camp was held at Illinois State University in Normal in late June and early July. The girls put forth a large effort and learned much for the basketball season to make an improvement in the squads. Junior Varsity and Varsity cheerleaders Connie Davis, Crystal Stabler, Kathy Nyert, Teresa VanMeir, Dena Kopp, Allison Berry, Lisa Smith, and Barb Gerrond demonstrate the split pyramid. Trish Price was also a member of the J. V. squad. A mixture of Junior Varsity cheerleaders Peggy Weber, Allison Berry, Lisa Smith, and Barb Gerrond captivate the crowd during the game against the Wyanet Eagles. 33 epIuj'iS Aw CXbCluXlnyplOiiS Members of the Zephyr Squad were Ron Ouart, Lane Norton, Jeff Chadd, John Wall, Brad Kemerling, Walter Claeys, Dave Mueller, Dave Krahn, Mike Heise, Larry Mueller, Ben Yepsen, mgr. JoLyn Crofton, Coach Robert Tasker, and mgr. Mark Mauceri. Missing from the picture is Jim Heiser. Jim says Break it up boys, as the regional game against Western becomes quite physical. John shoots another of his famous jump shots while being heavily guarded by several Manlius players. Dave and Jeff both go for the rebound as Jim waits to be of assistance. Dave Mueller was chosen Honorable Mention to the All-State Team, and was a unanimous choice for the All-Conference Team. John Wall was also chosen unanimously for the All-Conference Team. Jim Heiser was given honorable mention membership to the All-Con-Team. 34 7ti SuMjCwu VcMpjj LaMoille Tampico Aikinson Cambridge Walnut Ohio LaMoille Atkinson Tampico Tiskilwa Wethersfield Galva Annawan Malden Williamsfield Manlius Sparland Bradford Malden Yates City Wyanet Brimfield Williamsfield Wyoming Western Annawan Co-captains Dave Mueller and John Wall display the trophies that the mighty Zephyrs won this year which included winning the Manlius Holiday Tournament, being Cochampions of the Bureau Valley Conference, and placing second in the Wethersfield Holiday Tournament. Zephyr teammates Jim and Walter put forth a good effort against the state-ranked Western Rams. 42 NHS 63 41 50 55 63 43 S3 37 58 52 51 57 63 54 69 42 63 69 52 90 79 68 74 55 67 44 63 69 49 54 72 46 59 86 61 41 65 53 58 62 66 95 60 51 63 58 79 66 49 49 52 35 J.V. Was Season Chm JoLyn Crofton and Mark Mauceri served as managers for Coach Tasker and his J.V. squad which included Sieve Williamson, Brian Yarger, Larry Mueller, Jeff Chadd, Brian Crofton, Todd Milnes, Bob Heise, Jim Kroot, Doug Long, and Edwin Peterson. Above, Jeff Chadd and Brian Crofton attempt to control a rebound against the opposition. 36 As the game winds down to the end, Brian Crofton wearily tries to front his man out of action. Ti ck Gquad Bypands To Qou dt tov Members were manager Mark Mauceri, Debbie Schurer, David Mealman. Robert Gunning, Dwayne Jackson, Edwin Peterson, Connie Davis, Coach Tasker, Jim Kroot, Mike Heise, Jeff Chadd, Tony Kares, David Duff, Brad Kemerling, Mike Schurer, Lane Norton, Todd Milnes, and Mark Claeys. Trish Price, not pictured, was also a squad member. Lane Norton displays the stages of a landing of the long jump--touchdown . . . recovery . . . and of course the bow. Mike Heise and Edwin Peterson are leading the pack at a track meet at Anna wan. Jeff Chadd hustles to the finish line. 3 NHS girls basketball squad consisted of Debbie Schurer, Heidi Peterson, Cathy Junis, Lauri Smith, Captain: Allison Berry, Dena Kopp, co-captain: and Connie Davis. Trish Price (missing) was also on the squad. Managers were Kathy Nyert and Peggy Weber (missing). Mr. Turman was the coach. QvJk Bmwib Action The girls played four games during their first year of organized basketball. Here, during their final game, which was held in the grade school gym against Wyanet, the girls are shown reaching for the rebound as the referee watches for any fouls that may be taking place. The Nep-onset girls won this game. Trish Price comes out of the starting blocks at the Bureau County Track Meet where she placed 2nd in the 100 and 200 meter dashes. However she set a record of 17 ft. 1V4 inches in the long-jump to win a first. Trish also competed in the District meet at Galesburg winning a 3rd in the long-jump and a 4th in the 100 yard dash. Other girls competing in track this year were Connie Davis and Debbie Schurer in the 100 yd dash and the long-jump. 38 Members of the Student Council, Barb Gerrond, Secretary, Joni Wittmeyer, Sonia Block, Allison Berry, Ben Yepsen, Tim Folger, John Wall, Vice President, Mr. Dennison, Advisor, and Doug Lindbeck, Treasurer, listen to Clint Block, President, as he brings them up-to-date on the upcoming assemblies for the year. One of the assemblies sponsored by the Student Council this year was a singing group, the Roselles, from England. The young couple sang quite a variety of songs and were thoroughly enjoyed by the students and faculty. 40 Qbuuimi Cfy tScvtS Featu img Pio to Attets Bruce Rathbun expressed himself only through his face, hands, and body during an unusual and exciting program called the Art of Pantomime.' Tim Folger and Allison Berry keep the pop machine well stocked as pan of their Student Council duties. 41 Pat Gunning, Barb Gerrond, Dan Breit-bach, Jim Kroot, Sonia Block, and Trish Price each took solos to Rockridge, receiving superiors or excellents. Mr. Weber looks over the music prior to band period. BcuiA Acco wf fos(u $ Concert Band members included Terry Laub, Sonia Block, Barb Gerrond, Dena Kopp, Lisa Smith, Lauri Smith, Karen Moore, Cathy Junis, Dave Krahn, Peggy Weber, Clint Block. Connie Davis, Debbie Schurer, Heidi Peterson, Allison Berry, Marty Golby, Trish Price, Pat Gunning, Lane Norton, Brad Kemerling, Jim Kroot, Dan Breitbach, Brian Yarger, and Steve Williamson. 42 This year the ensemble contest was held in Rockridge. It was a very successful year for NHS competitors. The ensembles all received either a superior or an excellent. The brass trio consisted of Marty Golby, Brad Kemerling, and Lane Norton. Dan Breitbach, Allison Berry, Pat Gunning, and Trish Price made up the brass quartet. Lauri Smith, Lisa Smith, Karen Moore, and Cathy Junis had a clarinet quartet while Heidi Peterson and Connie Davis played in a clarinet duet. A flute trio was made up of Dena Kopp, Sonia Block, and Barb Gerrond. Jim Kroot and Debbie Schurer entered a brass duet in the contest. 43 [-idld Du img Ba kelfacM Upper left, Anita Stabler crowns queen Lauri Smith, while other members of the court looking on are Edwin Peterson, fresh, att.; Doug Lindbeck, soph, att.; Mike Heise, jr. att.; Dave Mueller, 2nd att.; John Wall, 1st att.; Tom Kroot, king; Barb Gerrond, 1st att.; Pat Gunning, 2nd att.; Kathy Nyert, jr. att.; Sonia Block, soph, att.; and Connie Davis, fresh, att. At right, Tom and Lauri seem stunned to find out they have been chosen King and Queen for the 1976-77 Homecoming Court. Barb tries to teach Melanie and Marcia one of her new dance steps. 44 Since there was no football at N.H.S. this year, Homecoming was held during the basketball season with the court being announced at the game on Friday, December 10. The dance was held Saturday evening, December 11. This year's theme was Island of Paradise” with the Sophomore Class providing entertainment and decorations. After just having learned they are king and queen, Tom and Lauri walk the length of the gym to greet their court. At the top, Maiden Cane, a musical group from Peoria, provides hard rock music for the informal Homecoming Dance held on Saturday evening. Court attendants anxiously await the Homecoming King and Queen. 45 hmjuoJL Qtci This year's annual staffers ventured to Galesburg to attend a Newsfoto Seminar where they learned the rights and wrongs of assembling yearbooks. Members preparing to board the bus are Ben Yepsen, Marcia Heise, Brian Yarger, Melanie Snyder, Pat Gunning, Marty Golby, Sonia Block, Vickie Mowbray, Dan Breitbach, Karen Moore, Lisa Smith, Lauri Smith, Barb Gerrond, and Mr. Nell. 46 The annual staff supper took place at Mr. Nell's house where Mr. Bob Eckermann entertained the staff with his past experiences as an annual staff advisor. He also supplied us with several ideas to improve this year's annual. A future annual staffer??? f-fowis N.W.G. XIIjuumaL Serving as doorman, Dan Breiibach affectionately welcomes Lisa Smith to the annual staff meeting and supper. As very competent officers, Mr. Nell, Advisor; Pat Gunning, Editor; Lauri Smith, Typist; Melanie Snyder, Assistant Editor; Barb Gerrond, Photographer: and Ben Yepsen, Business Manager, work on some of the rough drafts for the year’s book. 47 UastA L Qcyupt A ds Sitting are Sonya Anderson, Brenda Folger, Barb Gerrond, Lauri Smith, Sonia Block, Karen Moore, Melanie Snyder, and Vickie Mowbray while standing are Ben Yepsen, Marty Golby, Jim Heiser, Dave Mueller, Gregg Pickering, Lane Norton, Mark Mauceri, and Sponsor Mrs. Gerrond. One of the major activities of Mask Script this year was the initiation of three new members in January when all members enjoyed a delicious pot-luck supper. Members worked hard throughout the year helping with the presentation of several plays including a Christmas play. In April, the organization enjoyed seeing ’’Annie Get Your Gun at Hall High School. 48 Why is Barb trying to straighten out Lane? Mrs. Gerrond seems to be debating whether or not this year’s initiation is too severe. Brian seems to be going through a slight change in appearance for his pan in the initiation. At the initiation supper. Jim and Gregg seem to be a little off-balance after eating Karen's jello. IAua'uCjcJ1; At UoM WiglvCckoot This year's Mask and Script officers were Ben Yepsen, Historian; Barb Gerrond, President; Lauri Smith, Vice President; Vickie Mowbray, Public Relations; Melanie Snyder, Secretary; and Lane Nonon, Treasurer. fJMk Sr Qoupt Pmpjds Fowl Om Acfc Play$ Doug Lindbeck and Robert Gunning pose as photographers during the Sophomore class play entitled You the Jury. Dave and Ben fight for the possession of Trish, Melanie, and Vickie in the play The Wildflowering of Chastity” directed by Barb Gerrond. Other members of the cast were Jim Heiser, Gregg Pickering, and Dena Kopp. During the play Cemeteries are a Grave Matter,” Marty assists Sonya in serving tea to Lauri, Allison, and Mark. This play was directed by Lane Norton. 50 This year, Mask and Script presented a Christmas play to the high school and to the Women's Thursday Club entitled The Christmas Angel and was directed by Lauri Smith. Here, Barb is trying to divert Jim while Lane tries desperately to hide. Sonya and Larry plead with Marty to stop the picketers in Cemeteries are a Grave Matter. If Lane's an Angel. I'm a monkey’s . . . aunt! Have you ever felt like the black sheep of the family? Is he guilty or isn't he guilty? Only the judge will know for sure. We directors have to be prepared for anything , so says Lane. 51 Everyone seems amazed by Marty Big Toe Golby in the play Tales of Terror written by Melanie Snyder and Vickie Mowbray. Lane points out some new facts to one of Chuckie's Devils as the other Devils examine Nojerk's head. This is just one scene from The Bionic Lollipop written by Barb Ger-rond. Has rigamortis set in or is there too much starch in Captain Kangaroo's clothes? These questions and more were answered in Captain Kangaroo written by Sonya Anderson and Ben Yepsen. During the play The Price is Too High Dog Barker makes a valiant effort to rescue Emaline while the models keep smiling. This play was written by Lane Norton and Mark Mauceri. Sonya Anderson, who served as narrator for T.V. Guide, introduces the three judges for The Cymbal Show.'' 52 Qtuudtod AMAaP 0(yTefavi6tiMy Chuck Thumma proved to be a reliable curtain puller during the T.V. Guide. Chuck Ferris explains to Shirly Simple that she's up with some pretty stiff competition as Joe Dribbler exhibits his basketball skills. These are just a couple of skits from The Cymbal Show” written by Lauri Smith. The dinner was prepared and served by the Home Economics classes. It included ham, chicken, scalloped potatoes, buttered-parsley potatoes, and a wide variety of vegetables and salads. For dessert there were several different kinds of pies and chocolate pudding and sugar cookies. The meal was served buffet style. Hostesses for the dinner were Pat Gunning and Lauri Smith. Providing entertainment during the dinner were Diane Bennett and JoLyn Crofton who played guitars and sang a variety of songs. After everyone had finished their meals, N.H.S. Network presented the T.V. Guide.” 53 R-(A Qinlls LoofeTou icl Jr.-Sr. FHA members this year were S. Anderson; J. Wittmeyer; M. Snyder; L. Smith, Pres.; P. Gunning; T. VanMeir; S. Sissel, V. Pres.; J. Crofton; P. Weber; D. Kopp, Treas.; K. Nyert, Rep.; M. Heise; B. Gerrond, Sec; C. Cowling; and V. Mowbray. At the FHA Welcome, the camera catches President Lauri Smith and FHA Chapter Mother, Mrs. Smith, enjoying the food. Watch those pounds, ladies!” Mr. Dennison bobs for apples at the FHA Halloween Party. The Halloween Party was something new this year, and the FHA was sweet enough to invite the FFA. Costumes were judged, games were played, and everyone had a good time. Various other activities the FHA had this year were Calendar Sales, Progressive Supper, Jewelry Sales, Christmas Caroling Party, Snowball Dance (along with FFA), Heart Sister Week, FHA Week, Daddy Date Night, FHA Field Trip to Chicago, and the Senior Honor Supper. The FHA had a very active and exciting year. 54 Fresh.-Soph. FHA members were T. Price, S. Block, D. Schurer. C. Junis. H. Peterson. C. Davis, K. Moore, L. Smith, A. Berry, T. Laub, C. Stabler. G. Morris, M. VanMeir, P. Gricius, andj. Hoadley. FH A officers for the 1976-77 school year were Dena Kopp, Treas.; Kathy Nyert, Rep.; BarbGerrond, Sec.; Sue Sissel, V. Pres.; and Lauri Smith, Pres. The officers helped to put together a successful year under the sponsorship of Mrs. Block. ' ' UAOuilCjht QcaAmjii ' The band We Three provides a number featuring Mr. Griffith on the trombone. These couples enjoy dancing to a slow number at the FFA-FHA sponsored Snowball Dance. Snowball King Dave Mueller and Queen Barb Gerrond seem quite happy to have been chosen this year’s honored royalty. 56 Climaxing the dance was the naming of the royalty which was Jim Heiser, second attendant; Mike Heise, first attendant; John Wall who crowned the King; Dave Mueller, King; Barb Gerrond, Queen; Jan GerTond who crowned the Queen; Lauri Smith, first attendant; and Pat Gunning, second attendant. Kathy Nyert and Pat Gunning serve as hostesses at the refreshment table during the dance which utilized lawn furniture and hanging baskets of flowers in carrying out the decoration scheme. Members of the Snowball Court begin the coronation dance immediately after the crowning. 57 TouMjeJuvD c y FFA members were Mark Claeys, Bob Heise, Todd Milnes, Larry Mueller, Mike Heise, DeWayne Jannie, Jeff Chadd, Arlene Claeys, Jim Heiser, Walter Claeys, Dave Mueller, John Wall, Dave Kaiser, Clint Block, Clif Stetson, Steve Williamson, Dwayne Jackson, Martin Golby, Tony Kares, Chuck Thumma, and Ronnie Ouart. Several members participated in various judging contests during the year. John Wall crowns Dave Mueller king at the 1977 FHA-FFA Snowball Dance. 58 Finding new ideas out of The Farmers Digest are FFA Officers: Many Golby (Reporter), Chuck Thumma (Vice-President), Dave Mueller (President), Jim Heiser (Secretary), Mike Heise (Sentinel), and Arlene Claeys (Treasurer). John Wall also served as Treasurer during the second semester. 59 Oft ttMTup Reporter Marty Golby proofreads a letter written to the John Deere Co. in East Moline concerning their field trip on March 14. Mr. Kime stresses a point of information during one of his agriculture classes. CfiMuS R-ates Rehearsing for Spring Concert are Chorus members (1st row) Heidi Peterson, Dena Kopp, Connie Davis, Lisa Smith, Debbie Schurer, Janet Hoadley, (2nd row) Barb Gerrond, Pat Gunning, Cindy Cowling, Vickie Mowbray, Gale Morris, Allison Berry, JoLyn Crofton, Karen Moore, (3rd row) Trish Price, Cathy Junis, Sonia Block, Lauri Smith, Teresa Van-Meir, Melanie Snyder, Marcia Heise, (4th row) Brian Yarger, Brad Kemerling, Lane Norton, and Lawrence Weber the director. Receiving second at contest this year, the sextet consisting of Pat Gunning, Karen Moore, Lane Norton, Brad Kemerling, Lauri Smith, and Sonia Block sang Hope for the Future.” 60 ' 'ByjcMtod’ ’ fib CxmJtp t Very capable pianists for this year were Allison Berry, Sonia Block, and Trish Price, who accompanied the chorus and various solos. Soloists were JoLyn Crofton and Allison Berry, rating first at contest, and Melanie Snyder, who rated second. Two female trios made the trip to contest this year at Rock Ridge. Allison Berry, Karen Moore, and JoLyn Crofton singing It's a Wonderful Thing to be Me got a first, while Janet Hoadley, Marcia Heise, and Melanie Snyder got a second on their rendition of Spinning Wheel. 61 VWfity 0(y Bvmis Cnwfa Fow PacW Don't you think you're going too far in explaining the muscles of the leg, Mrs. Fleming? I've got it! I've got it! Brad, Lane. and Dave prepare for a fast getaway in Mr. Weber's car. Charge! Ayeeeeee! 62 Top left, shake your booty! Why does he get to sleep while I have to answer all of these questions? asks Dena. Upper right, during an assembly, Mr. Roselle puts forth an all-out effort in order to create a most enjoyable assembly for the NHS students. Jcuums Aw£ £fi tUvis ' A fivParuS John and Lauri dance to Coloui My World” after being named Prom King and Queen. An all-girl orchestra, The Three G’s” lined the couples up so they could formally be announced. Since when did they start playing Ring Around the Rosie” at prom? The 1977 Prom Court was John Wall, King; Lauri Smith, Queen; Dave Mueller and Pat Gunning, first attendants. Lower left, Sonia puts the finishing touch on Lane's boutonniere. John and Lauri will remember Prom not only because they were King and Queen, but they will also remember the bubbling fountain and the view of the Eiffel Tower that the juniors provided for them. 65 High Pw dcugb 0(y Ctod(yt PACQu) wWid£ Clint Block and Barb Gerrond received the Home Economics awards. Clint was awarded the Family Leader of Tomorrow Award and was a state semifinalist in competition. Barb received the Crisco Award as she was the most improved in Home Economics. Barb was also the recipient of the D.A.R. Award and the Tom Kroot French Award. Lane Norton received the choral award. He also received the Donald Gerrond Award which required a major letter in all sports. Pat Gunning was the recipient of the John Phillips Sousa Band Award and she also had perfect attendance all four years. John Wall received the Valedictorian, English, Foreign Language, Math, and Science Awards. Lane Norton was awarded the Foreign Language and Science Awards. Receiving the Salutatorian Award was Mark Stetson. Mark also received the English and Math Awards. Barb Gerrond also received the Foreign Language Award. To receive these awards the students had to have had at least a 4.6 average for a specified number of semesters. John Wall, Mark Stetson, and Clint Block were Illinois State Scholars. 66 Nine Seniors were inducted into the National Honor Society---namely: Lane Norton, Brenda Folger, Lauri Smith, Debbie Verbout, Mark Stetson, Pat Gunning, Clint Block, Barb Gerrond, and John Wall. Requirements for the society include not only scholastic achievements, but also service, character, and leadership. Lauri is congratulated by Mr. Dennison on receiving the Opportunity Award. Lane was also the recipient of this award. Mr. Dennison presents the Salutatorian Award to Mark at graduation exercises. John is very happy as he accepts the Sportsmanship Award. This year's recipients of the Citizenship Award were Barb and Clint. 67 QMudujo£ fit O UuuAMcIth The class stands as Mr. Dennison presents them to Mr. Guthrie prior to the presentation of the diplomas. Honored at the 1977 commencement exercises were Ruth Gould. Ralph Stabler, and Cecil Cinnamon as members of the first class to graduate from the present high school, fifty years ago. 68 Mr. William Guthrie, President of the School Board, presents Pat Gunning her diploma representing twelve years of study and learning. Valedictorian John Wall explains the quality education he received at Neponset High School. Mark Stetson pauses for a moment during his salutato-rian address. Mark Stetson and John Wall lead the class of 'll while others look on. Mr. Bruce Dennison gives a few brief words before presenting the 100th graduating class of Neponset High School. AtotiiM GoodYwi Cowes T A Although the water was chilly, these Mask Script members couldn't wait to take the plunge. Mr. Jepson eagerly whips off his shoes for the ugly legs contest, in hopes that he will win. Passing around oranges without using your hands isn't as easy as it sounds, right Debbie? t 70 CONGRATULATIONS CENTENNIAL CLASS NEPONSET HIGH SCHOOL 1877 1977 mercantile printers. Inc. 112 COMMERCIAL STREET NEPONSET. ILLINOIS 61345 DON GRIGGS FORD Don Griggs Bill Rouse Salesmen Wyoming, Illinois Ph. 695-2021 StaAl LUMBER COMPANY GENERAL CONTRACTORS READY-MIXED CONCRETE EXCAVATING FARM DRAINAGE Wyoming and Bradford The Annual Staff of Neponset High would like to thank the business firms and individuals who purchased a yearbook advertisement. Only through their generous support is this 1977 yearbook possible. LEE'S Fashion Headquarters for the Neponset Zephyrs THE PRICE AGENCY ‘Real Estate ‘Insurance Insurance to fit your every need Salesman Robert Kidd Broker Wayne F. Price Neponset, Illinois 61345 Phone: 594-2128 73 JOHNSON 41 REDEBAUGH GERROND TORNQUIST INC. 107 WEST SOUTH STREET BRACKENS SHOPPING CENTER KEWANEE, ILLINOIS 61443 309 853-4478 or 852-2784 DON'S BUILDING SERVICE (jjF chupbach treitmatter No Job Too Small Concrete, Painting, Building 594-2156 Neponset, Illinois HILL'S WAREHOUSE SALES GAS CO., INC. Appliances and T. V.'s Sheffield, Illinois Wyoming, III. 61491 BARCOL OVERDOOR Distributors of COMPANY, INC. HD5 Propane 309-479-2159 Overhead Type Doors Electric Operators Farm Machinery Cold Storage Doors Propane Carburetion P.O. Box 667 Sheffield, Illinois Phone: 815-454-2321 74 For The Finest In Baked Goods it's ZARVELL’S BAKE SHOP 106 West Second Street - Ray Zarvell, Owner - Phone 852 - 2703 Delicious Pies, Pastries, Breads— Birthday Wedding Cakes A Specialty THE FINEST IN LIKE-NEW CARS PAUL’S OFFICE EQUIPMENT LINDBECK AUTO SALES At Townsedge South of Kewanee, Illinois 61443 on Routes 34 78 New and Used Machine Sales and Service We can meet your needs for the home or office Paul Rist, Owner Office phone (309)852-3560 LIFE TIME PRODUCTS Advance Metalworking Co. Neponset, Illinois Phone 594-2365 Box 465 Rt. 78 South Kewanee, 111. 61443 75 FAWCETT’S PHARMACY James C. Small, R. Ph. Free Delivery 611 S. Main St. Princeton, 111. Ph. 872-3251 eN HAq SALES AND % SERVICE O ( ) it 854-5291 9 600 North Main CYCLE Kewanee, 111. 61443 GUZZARDO’S Hallmark Cards Fannie May Candy Paperback Books Princeton DOOLEY BROTHERS Plumbing and Heating Incorporated 306 North Tremont Street Kewanee, Illinois CUNNINGHAM LOCKER SERVICE Home Phone 815-459-2791 Locker Phone 815-459-2407 Sheffield, Illinois Processing for Home Freezers LAMBIN’S Kewanee-Geneseo Diamonds- Watches GUSTAFSONS Paint Glass Wallpaper 224 West Second Street Kewanee, Illinois 61443 Phone 852-2733 m WHAPLES FARMERS STATE BANK 76 CHARLES THUMMA’S TEXACO rTE™co] Rt. 34 Neponset, Illinois FARMERS STATE BANK OF SHEFFIELD Serving All of Western Bureau County Phone: 594-2152 Bulk Truck Service WYANET LOCKER Meats with your approval! BLAIR AND DEWITTE INC. Toulon, Illinois THE STATE BANK OF- {AMtawajv ANNAWAN. ILL 61234 The wide -awake bank makes it all so easy. FARM HOME FOOD SERVICE John Wake: owner-Home Phone 695-6364 Locker Processing Plant Inspected and Licensed by the State of 111. Wyoming, 111. Phone 695-2101 SHEFFIELD AUTO SALES AND PARTS Phone 815-454-2621 -ALL PARTS FOR SOME CARS--SOME PARTS FOR ALL CARS-ROUTE 34 BOX 606 SHEFFIELD, ILL. OVER 200 CARS 69-72 MINERAL OIL COMPANY Eldon Croegaen Conoco Products--Good Year Tires No Service Charge Checking Ph.‘ 935-6234 AC Plugs--Filter--Farm Chemicals Farm Machinery Pit Stop Tire Service Phone Mineral--288-3442 FIRST STATE BANK OF PRINCETON CARPER'S HIWAY GROCERY 895-3561 Buda Illinois SCOTTY’S SERVICE STATION QUALITY PRODUCTS QUALITY GOODS Neponset, Illinois 61345 594-2271 FENWICK'S TASTEE FREEZE Route 34 Kewanee, Illinois BRADFORD BANK Make Your Home Bank Your Banking Home Bradford, Illinois Just Good Home Cooking PEARL’S LUNCHEONETTE Phone: 699-7742 Wyanet, Illinois RUMBOLD KUHN, INC. Duncan, Illinois Princeville, Illinois Ph. 385-4846 Tires--Passenger Cars, Trucks, and Tractors GE Appliances and Televisions We Service What We Sell Goodyear Service 308 West 2nd Street Kewanee, 111. Phone: 853-4460 KEWANEE VETERINARY CLINIC Rural Route 2 Kewanee, 111. Dr. R. E. Swinderman Dr. R. W. Ruff el Dr. R. F. Harker Dr. R. F. Davis UNION FEDERAL SINCE 1890 SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION TREMONT AT FIRST KEWANEE. ILL. 61443 Phone: 8S3-3S35 MILAN. ILL. MOLINE. ILL. VIOLA. ILL. ORION. ILL. HILLSIDE FLORIST 101 N. Main St. Kewanee, 111. 61443 309 853-3331 FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS 78 KIRLEY AND SON S AND L SEWING CENTER Approved Singer Dealer Bracken's Shopping Center Kewanee, Illinois 61443 Phone: 852-3436 Fashions for Men Kewanee, Illinois FRANK'S TIRE APPLIANCE The Tire Man 526 North Main Kewanee, Illinois Admiral, Speed Queen Firestone Uniroyal Tires HI-WAY CAFE CITY FURNITURE AND RUG CO. Buda, Illinois 61314 105-9 North Tremont Street Phone: 309-895-2421 Kewanee, Illinois PIERCE'S CYCLE SHOP Yamaha sport cycle snowmobiles WYOMING BANK AND TRUST COMPANY 815-699-7073 Wyanet, Illinois Wyoming, Illinois MIKE’S BARBER SHOP Neponset, Illinois TAYLOR AND SON AMERICAN MOTORS Serving the Tri-Counties for over 80 years Kewanee, Illinois GAMBLES STORE 79 CITIZENS FIRST NATIONAL BANK Princeton, Illinois Member of F. C. I. C. % The Best Two For You” Varieties 3780 and 3529 NEPONSET CHAPTER Pres. Dave Mueller V. Pres. Chuck Thumma Signs -- Fertilizers -- Oils 1 ; n GARFIELD STIER CO. c a 1 s Belts -- Pulleys -- Bolts PIONEER, BRAND SEED CORN TAYLOR SUNOCO Best Wishes SERVICE -sujiocjj- Bradford, 111. 61421 Phone 309-897-8080 GERWIG’S SCHIMDT, HEINRICH GRICE, INC. Insurance -- Bonds -- Real Estate Kewanee, Illinois (Stez) Q3 80 JOHNSON’S HUB HONORABLE MENTION CLOTHING Pant Tree Kewanee, Illinois Anderson- Mosshart Bill’s Auto Electric Crystal Shop Dunbar’s Book Store E and H Auto Supply E. B. Lyons and Son Eckdahls BRACKENS SHOES BRACKENS MARTINIZING CLEANERS Serving Tri-Counties Since 1936 Midland Plaza Kewanee Fashion Fabrics Harvey’s Beauty Salon Hoffmans-Patterns of the Past Landahl's Martin J. Golby Matteson Barber Styling Merritt's Auto Service Milnes Chrysler Plymouth Phil Jewler Princeton A and W State Bank of Toulon Woodford Sales and Service FOSTER ELECTRIC Bradford, Illinois Whirlpool COLGAN COMPANY John Deere Our 30th Year Wyoming, Illinois Ph. 695-3241 or 695-6369 Edelstein 249-2171 a •� ■ £ Compliments of BUREAU SERVICE COMPANY PEOPLE’S NATIONAL BANK OF KEWANEE 207 North Tremont Neponset, Illinois Phone: 853-3333 81 P. E. MATTMANN ASSOCIATES Estate Planning 594-2449 82 HYSTER COMPANY LANGFORD PHARMACY Construction Equipment Division Sheffield, Illinois GEORGE H. SMITH DBA Kewanee Illinois M. D. Bills Insurance Agency P.O. Box 507 Sheffield, Illinois 61361 m FARM AND HOME INC. FIRST SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION 510 NORTH MAIN KEWANEE PH. 852-2601 of Bureau County 100 East Dakota Street Spring Valley, Illinois 61362 Phone: (815) 664-2321 BERTELESON-OSTRANDER COMPANY Machine Work Neponset, Illinois Phone: 594-2041 601 South Main Street Princeton, Illinois 61365 Phone:(815)879-3931 Good Luck to the Class of '77 ALVERA’S BEAUTY SHOP Phone: 594-2376 83 KIDD FUNERAL HOME Toulon, Illinois Since 1925 J. M. Kidd 286-4181 ANDRIS WANEE FARM RESTAURANT R.R. 2, 3 miles south of Kewanee on U.S. Highways 34 and 78 Specializing in Steaks or Seafood Available for MEETINGS -- BANQUETS -- COCKTAIL PARTIES Air-Conditioned DAHL REAL ESTATE Our Only Business Les Dahl Broker- Auctioneer Tom Tumbleson Salesman- Auctioneer For Land's Sake, See the Land Man' KENTUCKY FRIED ’.......•' T CHICKEN of Kewanee Original Recipe Crispy Chicken Restaurant Catering A Specialty Any size party or banquet Open Seven Days a Week Mon. thru Wed. 11 A.M. - 8 P.M. Thurs. thru Sun. 11 A.M. - 9 P.M. 852-9941 601 S. Tenny Kewanee 84 JOHNSTON LUMBER COMPANY Sales and Service Nothing Runs Like a Deere Anything to Build Everything” Phone: 935-6217 Annawan, Illinois WILLIAM’S SERVICE JAYDEE EQUIPMENT Buda, Illinois INC. m KEWANEE NATIONAL BANK Kewanee Bradford PHONE: 852-3366 853-4456 897-2471 Congratulations to the Class of '77 From ROYAL SUPERMART Phone: 815-454-2459 AGRI-POWER INC. Toulon, Illinois Phone: 309-286-2881 HAPPY JOE’S VICKIE'S COUNTRY VILLA SALON 100 S. Main For the newest styles Vickie Bennett, Owner Center Street Phone: 594-2288 Neponset, 111. Kewanee, Illinois Phone: 852-3366 852-4502 85 SAUK TRAIL INN Annawan, Illinois Coffee Shop Dining Room Trail Blazer Lounge Banquet Rooms Compliments of SUGAR BOWL CAFE AND MOTEL Neponset, Illinois Phone: 594-2001 CULUGAN WATER CONDITIONING INCORPORATED BRIGGS YARN AND CRAFT 300 East Second Street 209 East Second Street Dial 852-2604 Kewanee, Illinois Kewanee, Illinois 61443 TOWNE HOUSE CAFE SHEFFIELD ORDER BUYERS Wyoming, Illinois Marge Streed Efficiency in Hog Marketing Sheffield, Illinois ANNAWAN MOTOR SALES, INC. Chet Goosens Buzz Johnson Harry O'Berle Salesmen Annawan, Illinois 86 ROBERT KIDD, INC. Neponset, Illinois Phone: 594-2205 Livestock Hauling Grain Hauling Com Shelling Fertilizer Spread BILL GREEK CHEVROLET CHEVROLET Bradford, Illinois 61421 Phone: 309-897-4511 Sports and Toys BREEDLOVE’S PEOPLE’S CLEANERS Kewanee, Illinois 123 West Second Kewanee, Illinois Phone: 852-2439 MARTIN ENGINEERING COMPANY NEPONSET. ILLINOIS 61345 309 594-2384 the vibrolator people 'vWv'y’