Norfolk High School - Milestone Yearbook (Norfolk, NE)

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IRVEN FINKHOUSE . . . Irven is possessed of a quality of uncontrollable laughter that is very contagious. No matter what task is assigned to him, he works at it in his conscientious way until it is completely and competently finished. Panther reporter 7. 8 ; Minute Man 5. ARNETTA FREUDENBURG . . . Although she started in Madison, Arnetta is a student this school is proud to claim as a graduate. Always prepared ana willing whether it was academics or extracurricular activities, she seems to be a bundle of energy. In spite of her top scholastic rating, Arnetta always has time for fun. Transferred from Madison; rhoir I. 2. 8, 4. 7. 8; Hi-Note Hub 5. 6 : vocal musical 8 ; N'ErgetU 6. 7 : Allied Youth 7, 8 : Tri-Hi-Y 5. 6. 7. 8 ; Madison pep club 1. 2. 8, 4. MAXINE FROEHLICH . . . Maxine is a carefree gal who likes to take part wholeheartedly in her interests, especially sports. Her grades never caused her any terrific elation, but she managed to keep on an even keel even there. Good luck, Max. JEANNE GETTMAN . . . “Weinie” is one of the lucky few who has a diamond on the third finger left hand. Her future promises to be bright and full. A home and Bert—what more could a girl ask ? LOIS Gl.MBFL HELORES GUGAT MAXINE FROEHLICH ARNETTA FREL’DENBURG IRVEN F1NKHAUS LOIS GIMBEL . . . Lois is possessed of a quick mind and an ability to get ahead; she has really made a name for herself during her school career. Dramatics and journalism are her strong points, and those she enjoyed and excelled in. With her slim good looks and her friendly attitude to boot, we can expect her to really go places. N’Ergette 3: choir 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8 ; vocal musical 2. 4. 6. 8: junior class play 5: senior class play 8: Allied Youth 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8 ; debate squad 5. 6: Milestone writer 3. 4. 7. 8 ; Panther third-page editor 5. 6. managing editor 7, 8: Tri-Hi-Y 7. 8 ; Thespians 5. 6. 7. 8. EVERETT GRAVES . . . “The little guy with the physiaue” was Curley. Whatever he lacks scholastically he made up for by his aggressive personality. We are sure that Everett will get along fine in the world after graduation. DELORES GUGAT . . . Dee is no spectacular record-breaker in school, but we all admire her quiet dignity. Perseverance, integrity, and initiative are characteristics she can develop that will make her a personality worth exemplifying. G.A.A. 5. 6. 7: Allied Youth 3. 4. 5. 6. 11

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 l JEANNINE CLARKSON BETTE DAVIS TOM COSTELLO JAMS DICKINSON X « BARBARA DURLAND JEANNINE CLARKSON . . . Good things come in small packages, so they say. Despite her size, there is more to Johnee’s personality and character than meets the eye. Concealed under her calm, rather sophisticated exterior is humor and energy that amuse and amaze her friends. Transferred from Omaha Central : Hi-Note club 3. 4 : junior clan play 5: Allied Youth 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8: cheerleader 7. 8: Panther reporter 5. third-page editor 7: The'-pinna 5. 6. 7. 8. vice president 8. 7. JANIS DICKINSON ... An excellent conversationalist and a versatile dramatist. Janis has what it takes to inject a little humor into a routine school day. When she graduates, the future has a pleasant surprise coming. Choir 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 6. 7 ; junior class play G ; senior class play 8: dec'amatory contest winner 6 ; Allied Youth 4. 5. (5. 7. 8: Panther reporter and ad solicitor 5. 6. 7. copyrerider 8 : Thespians 5. 6. 7. 8. RUTH DRAGER . . . Ruth’s intelligence and common sense bring a deserved “well-done” to anything she undertakes. Under her somewhat quiet appearance is an untapped spring of initiative and perseverance that ought to assure her of a fine future. Hi Note club 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7: vocal mutical 1. 2. 3, 4. 5. 6. 7 ; Allied Youth 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. DONALD DREAGER . . . “Ogalalla” possessed many characteristics that make him surprisingly easy to get along with. Blessed with a booming voice and humorous manner, Don refused to be thrown by his studies. With a heart as big as his shoulders are broad, he is always ready to lend a helping land. RUTH DRAGER Football 1. 3. 5. 7 : track 6. TOM COSTELLO . . . Good-looking, athletically inclined, and naturally smart enough to slide through four years of high school, “Asa” is a great asset to his class. Tommy likes athletics as much as he dislikes academics, and is an all-around sportsman. Basketball 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8 ; football 3. 5. 7 : track 6. 8: F.F.A. 1. 2; Panther reporter 6, 7. BETTE DAVIS . . . Bette is in the lucky group that never has to worry about grades. She is a girl with plenty of will to work and to win, and a real desire to go places in the future. When her heart is set on something, Bette works determinedly until she sees the job through to a successful finish. BARBARA DURLAND . . . Barb is one of those rare individuals who is never lacking in any department, whether it is scholarship, a radiant personality, good looks, or leadership ability. Her pleasant manner, which has made her a friend to all, will carry her through the future with flying colors. We all wish her bon voyage and a glorious future. Class secretary 5. 6. 7. 8. treasurer 3. 4: N’Ergette 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. secretary 5, 6. vice president 7. president 8: choir 1. 2. 3. 4. 5, 6. 7; vocal musical 2. 4. 6. 8; junior class Slay 5; Homecoming Queen 7 ; Field Day Blue-jeans Girl 6 : ports Queen attendant 8; Prom Queen attendant 8: Allied Youth 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. vice president 5. 6 : Milestone writer 3. 4. 6. 6. 7. 8; Panther copy reader 5. 6. feature editor 7. 8: Girls State 6 : Tri-Hi-Y 5. 6. 7. 8, president 5. 6: Thespians 5. 6. 7, 8. president 6: D.A.R. contestant 7. 10

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TOM FINLEY . . . Tom is an industrious fellow who made up for any scholastic shortcomings by his tireless work on the stage crew. In his slow-speaking easy-going way, he was a prince of a jolly good fellow. Stage crew 5. 6. 7. 8 : basketball 8. 4 : Allied Youth 5. 6. 7. 8. ESTHER GUPPNER . . . But for the usual disagreements with assignments, Esther led a quiet life during her stay in high school. She is a well-liked, easy-going girl who makes it a practice to take pleasure when it comes. Here is a girl who should reach her goal. Hi-Note club 1. 2. 3. 4. 5; vocal musical 1. 2. S. 4. 6. ROBERT HEIDERMAN . . . “Slim’s” long stride, pleasant smile, and mechanical ability are his identifying traits. Bob is also noted for his dancing— why he’d give Gene Kelly cause to worry about the future. Minute Man 5. f . 7. sergeant-at-arms 7: senior class play 8: basketball 1. 2; Allied Youth 3. 4. 5. 6 : Hi-Y 7. 8. DUANE HILL . . . Duane is the gift of Pilger to the graduating class of ’48. Quiet in school, handsome enough to make the girls swoon, he fitted into the ways of Norfolk well. His capabilities and his character will not go unrecognized in whatever field he follows. Transferred from Pilger; junior elaas p!ay S; contest play 3; football 5 ; Pilger newspaper staff. RUTH HOFFERBER . . . Never indifferent, and yet never over-enthusiastic, Ruth’s main interests were out of school. Curly blonde hair, a spontaneous smile that radiated a strong sense of humor, and a genial countenance—these things are all part of N’Ergette 1. Hi-Note club 1. 3. 4. 5 ; vocal musical 3, 4, 5. VERNON HOFMANN ... A fine combination of humor and a fun-loving spirit made Vern a favorite with all. Buzzing around in his black car, he is always on the spot to help you. A desire to do his best always will help push him ahead in the future. Choir 5. 6. 7. 8; glee club 4: F.F.A. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. reporter 7. 8. RUTH HORNER . . . Ruth never talked much, but when she did, she always had something worthwhile to say. Always quiet, always considerate, she is an ideal classmate. Her friendly smile, good nature, and true character have made her many friends. Hand 5. 6. 7. 8; Hi-Note club 1. 2. 3, 4. 7 ; instrumental mimical 6. 7 ; vtical musical 2. 4. 7; Allied Youth 7, 8. TOM FINLEY ESTHER GUPPNER RUTH HOFFERBER 12 ROBERT HEIDERMAN DUANE HILL VERNON HOFMANN RUTH HORNER