North Branch High School - Bronconian Yearbook (North Branch, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 184 of the 1975 volume:

I BRONCONIAN 75 The Broncos of North Branch High School North Branch, Michigan 48461, Volume 25 Although our time spent at NBHS is short, we'll always remember it. Our years here at NBHS have been among The Best Years of our Lives . High school years are just one of the first steps in preparation of a rewarding future. Mixed with all the hard work involved in high school, were also many hours of fun and extracurricular activities, which made the work worthwhile. We Gave It Some ... -■ X ✓ 7 V V i t The 1974-75 school year was not one of much excitement. Although Homecoming activities aroused spirit among the classes, the rest of the year was rather dull. A new group was formed, called the Students United, who attempted to stop the smoking problem at NBHS. The group held an assembly to discuss the problem, but not too much was accomplished. The Student Council added activities throughout the year, including four popular movies. These helped break the boredom which can come near the end of the year. 4 ... Of The Best Years .. . Our 1974-75 school year was one of many different events. The price of sugar continued to rise, as well as our blood pressure when Mr. Nixon received his full pardon from President Ford. Evil Knieval attempted to jump the Snake River Canyon, but pulled his parachute on the way just to be safe . While Wilbur Mills and Fanne Foxe, the Tidal Basin Bombshell , were making the headlines in Washington, Muhammed Ali fought and won . . . Of Our Lives over George Foreman. Also, at this time, Oakland won their third world series in a row- In the spring, rebates were offered on everything, including cars and taxes. South Viet Nam was evacuated of all Americans and refugees, who were flown to the United States. The Communists of North Viet Nam took over and now control South Viet Nam and Cambodia. With the end of War came the end of an era. Maybe the years to come can prove to be better years of our lives . It seemed that this past year at NBHS lacked the enthusiasm of other years. The Pep Club and PAC were two of the clubs that were discontinued due to lack of interest, and the pep assemblies weren't as exciting and competitive as they could have been. Another result of the lack of student interest was the cancellation of the annual U.N. Seminar. One high point of this year was the success of the bands. They received First Division ratings at State Festival and a good percentage of blue medals at Solo Ensemble competition. 10 (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Mr. Curran congratulates King Stan Hampton. BELOW: The 1974 queen's court. BOTTOM: Be- hind the blocking of Bronco's offensive line, Dan Rowell runs for a gain. (OPPOSITE PAGE) LEFT: Queen Debbie Schaller. TOP RIGHT: The scoreboard displays the Homecoming victory of 22-2. BOTTOM RIGHT: Jeff Jager gives his speech for king candidate. Schaller, Hampton Reign At Homecoming The highlight of Homecoming week was the Broncos winning of the football game with Ubly by a score of 22-2. At halftime, Debbie Schaller was crowned Homecoming queen for 1974. Stan Hampton was crowned king at the Homecoming dance, following the game. Because of irregularities by the various class in their float construction, the Student Council ruled that awards would not be made for 1974. (THIS PACE) TOP: Rick Swoish and Ron Chase dunk for apples while Mark Green and Art Smith officiate. RIGHT: Lynda Smeznik pushes the peanut across the floor. ABOVE: Mr. Lambert, disguised as an ape, rides his bicycle in the parade. (OPPOSITE PAGE) LEFT: Jeff Knox and Greg McNish lead the crowd in a cheer. TOP RIGfJT: DeNise Rogers gets ready to throw the frisbee to her partner. MIDDLE RIGHT: Barb Miller, Coral Duncan, Deb Schefke, and Janice Ben- nett pull their hardest in the tug of war. 12 Students Express Homecoming Spirit During Homecoming week we ex- pressed our spirit in many different ways. Activities day included old, along with some new, activities. The seniors were the winners of the spirit jug for Homecoming week. To finish the day, Mr. Lambert, dis- guised as an ape, led the parade. ii (THIS PAGE) TOP: Led by first chair Ralph Hunt, the Wind Ensemble features its trumpet section, playing Variations on the Blues at the Spring concert. ABOVE: The 1974-75 Band Letter Club once again indicates that its 1. RIGHT: During the Spring concert. Barb Krawczyk, Renee Worgess, and Donna Cosby perform with the freshman band. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Dave Lorenzon points out to April Sieh, one more time, where they should be in the music. TOP RIGHT: While waiting for the Wind Ensemble to finish its part of a concert. Rich Kloppe, Dan Steenson, Bob Collins, and Tim McQueen listen. BOTTOM LEFT: The marching Bronco band keeps up tradition and continues on with its 2- hour daily practice. 14 ft The band's annual tour led them to Southern In- diana during April. Their concerts included four in high schools en route, at which the band re- ceived several standing ovations. On tour, the band toured a flute factory, attend- ed a contemporary music festival, and visited De- Pauw University. Many students and faculty members from the University of Indiana — Mr. Sutton's alma mater — were very impressed, dur- ing another performance on the tour. is Band Raises $10,000 + In order to finance its trip to Indiana, buy new blazers, and purchase other essential items, band members and the Band Boos- ters organization raised more than $10,000 during the school year. Without the help of literally hundreds of people, the band could not have been able to accomplish so much. 16 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Participating in Homecom- ing activities, the marching band prepares to lead the par- ade. TOP RIGHT: Waiting for their cue, Craig O'Brien, Sherman Hampton, and Eric Bigelow watch the pep assem- bly skits. BOTTOM: With mikes in the foreground to re- cord the Spring concert, Mr. Sutton directs the Wind En- semble. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: The pep band performs at a bas- ketball game. TOP RIGHT: Mr. Hudson assists musician of the year, Gary Woody. LEFT: Cueing the brass section, Mr. Sutton “gets into the music. ABOVE: The band features Dan Oxyer on the tuba. 17 Two busy organizations at North Branch High School during the past year proved to be the FHA (Future Homemakers of America) and the FFA (Future Farmers of America.) The FHA established itself early in the year with their active and creative participation in Ho- mecoming's Dress-Up Day. A number of members attended the state convention, while the entire group visited Cedar Point during late May, the goal of many money making activi- ties. The FFA again participated in parliamentary procedure contests and in the area FFA basket- ball league. A number of the members helped in community projects. FHA, FFA Both Busy mm 18 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP RIGHT: As Vickie Forth looks up, Carol Howard (dressed up like her fel- low FHA friends for Homecoming's Dress-Up Day) watches the action on the gym floor. MID- DLE LEFT: The 1974-75 FHA group. BOTTOM LEFT: Peggy Phipps helps prepare the deserts for the FHA banquet. BOTTOM RIGHT: A number of parents choose from the wide variety of stu- dent prepared foods at the FHA banquet. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: The 1974-75 FFA. LEFT: During a humorous demonstration FFA sponsor Mr. Parrott shows Paul Urchick the fine techni- que of wielding a paddle. ABOVE: Getting ready to work on an FFA project, Dave Nellenbach, Al Oliver, Steve Riley, Mike Perry, and Mike Troia test the balance of the trailer. 19 NHS Names Mr. Ward 'Teacher Of Year' 20 A former graduate of North Branch High School himself, Mr. Ron Ward received the National Honor Society spon- sored Teacher of the Year award for 1974-75. Mr. Ward, our freshman general science teacher, has taught at North Branch High for 10 years, after graduating from college. It's a rare morning that Mr. Ward can't be seen running the three or so miles around North Branch to keep himself in shape, not to mention his frequent racing around Barnes Lake. Being a class sponsor every year, the Homecoming floats of his class have consistantly finished at or near the top. In addition to awarding the Teacher of the Year , the NHS sponsored their annual book fair, but failed to stage a 3rd annual UN Assembly this year, due to lack of student inter- est. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: The 1974-75 National Honor Society. TOP RIGHT: A copy of Airport 1975 draws the attention of Ed Medbery, Bill Robinet, Chuck Allen and Terry Shaw at the annual NHS book fair. MIDDLE LEFT: Honor Society members Linda Cosby, Sandy Seelye, and Tonja Sutton conduct a chemistry experiment. BOTTOM RIGHT: A couple of Middle School student examine the NHS book fair selection. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Caught in the middle of a general science explanation, Mr. Ward surprisingly looks toward the door. BELOW: Enjoying students, Mr. Ward kids with Jill Heron. BOTTOM RIGHT: Mr. Ward listens to a ques- tion from his general science class. BOTTOM RIGHT: NHS president Jeff Knox presents Mr. Ward with the Teacher of the Year award. 21 (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Prudence Melvin (Deb Schefke) delivers her point of view. BELOW: One of the highlights of the play was when Comfort Goodpasture (Dawn Koehler) attacked Grady Metcalf (John Chase). BOTTOM LEFT: Harry Banterman (Frank Gyomory) explains the situation to his wife, Grace (Lisa John- stone). BOTTOM RIGHT: Captain Hoxie (Mark Green) asks Co- lonel Thorwald (Ron Chase) if he can throw Guideo DiMaggio (Art Smith) out. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Isaac Goodpasture (Bill Ivory) chairs the town meeting. BOTTOM LEFT: Guideo DiMaggio (Art Smith) and Maggie Larkin (Deidre Corbett) discuss their future plans. MID- DLE RIGHT: Clare Lake and Dawn Koehler make final prepara- tions before the performance. 22 Dramatics Takes 1st In Districts The play performed this year by NBHS was Rally 'Round the Flag, Boys. It took first place in dis- trict competition and fifth in regionals. At district, Dawn Koehler received a superior acting award. Mark Green, Ruth Ann Fricke, and Deidre Cor- bett received excellent acting awards. Also, Pat Scrimger received superior for technical director. At regional competition Dawn Koehler received an excellent acting award. The play was put on free of charge in the high school gymnasium after competition. 23 Ski, Chess Clubs Active This Year The chess club was active the entire year. Every Tuesday and Thursday, the members met to play. Ken Filkins won the an- nual chess tournament. The ski club made numerous trips this year to such places as Pine Knob. The school's first ski weekend was made to Crystal Mt. in February. 24 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Senior Mike Jayne contemplates whether or not he should make the move in the annual chess tournament. BOTTOM: The 1974-75 chess club. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Lori Heim and Gary Woody leave the chair lift before tackling a big hill. BELOW: The 1974-75 ski club enjoys Crystal Mountain Lodge during their first ski weekend. BOTTOM: Members of the ski club pause before traversing a long run at Crystal Mountain. (THIS PAGE) TOP: 1974-75 NBHS cadet teachers. ABOVE: JoAnn Guigar and Katie Perry separate and staple maga- zines for the library's vertical file. RIGHT: Cadet teachers Megan Schultz, Kathy Rughlman, Arlene Lake, Denise Jo- cham, and Connie Powell busily complete work for their jobs. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Typing a worksheet for Mr. Hutchinson, student secretary Sally Martin checks her work for errors. TOP RIGHT: 1974-75 student librarians. MIDDLE RIGHT: 1974-75 student secretaries. BOTTOM LEFT: Cadet teacher Mary DeTavernier helps a couple of elementary students with their lessons at the Banker Street building. 26 Student Aides Help In Many Ways Their a number of student groups among the student body who every year provide valuable service to teachers in the school system, from the elementary to the high school. These groups include the student li- brarians, cadet teachers, and student secretaries. Whether it be typing a worksheet, filing books on li- brary shelves, or helping an elementary student with a problem, the people who participate for one hour a day in these activities render a useful service to North Branch Area Schools. 27 2 Groups Stress Involvement The student groups at NBHS during the year empha- sized involvement. The student council, led by President Mark Green or- ganized many activities, such as Homecoming, dances, and the school picnic. For the first time, the council sponsored a series of four feature movies that helped support our foreign exchange program. A new group, calling themselves Students United, sought to create a more positive attitude and develop additional student involvement at NBHS. 28 (OPPOSITE PACE) TOP LEFT: 1974-75 student council officers, advisor, and class representatives. TOP RIGHT: While Shelly Reynolds applauds, Santa crowns Con- nie Powell Snow Queen at the student council spon- sored Christmas Dance. MIDDLE LEFT: It took student council organization to make sure that the Homecom- ing queen candidates had a ride in the Homecoming parade. BOTTOM RIGHT: Student council president Mark Green gets made up for the play Rally 'Round the Flag by Pat Scrimger. (THIS PAGE) TOP: Mark Green introduces Mr. Lambert in his Homecoming costume to the student body. LEFT: Students United leader Dan Gibson participates in the handbook revision committee meeting. ABOVE: Members of the new Students United group. 29 4 NBHS Groups Continue Activities Four groups at NBHS continued to function dur- ing the past school year. The French Club sponsored its yearly auction during the fall, hoping to use the proceeds for a trip to Montreal. These plans fell through, but club members were able to make a trip to Cedar Point. Again this year, the varsity club enlarged its numbers through the increased participation of girls in the relatively new girls sports program. The club staged the annual faculty-senior basket- ball game in December. A group that faced many problems, the yearbook staff found it impossible to meet a number of its deadlines with the publishing company, causing the yearbook to arrive later than expected in the fall. The size of an experienced photography staff grew in number, providing the school and stu- dents with numerous photographic services. 30 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP RIGHT: The 1974-75 French Club. MIDDLE LEFT: The Varsity Club for 1974-75. BOTTOM RIGHT: Perry Turner waits for “referee Tom Peplinski to put the ball into play during the varsity club sponsored faculty-senior basketball game. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: 1974-75 yearbook photographers —Paul Potter, Bill Orr, Dale Nutt, Dale Swoffer, Jim Schmidt, Rhonda Barrett, and Frank Gyomory. BELOW: In apprecia- tion for four years of dedicated photography work, Mr. Snouffer presents Frank Gyomory with a new enlarger dur- ing the annual awards assembly in May. BOTTOM: The 1974-75 BRONCONIAN yearbook staff. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: Cindy Mobley decorates for the 1975 Junior-Senior Prom, while blowing bubbles. TOP RIGHT: Mary Szelog, Debbie Turton, Mark Tario, and Mark Powell talk things over during a band break at the Prom. RIGHT: Julie Gravlin and her date, Russ McDowell, leave the Prom. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Upon entering the Prom, the eye sees crepe paper streamers and couples dancing to A Time for Us. TOP RIGHT: Couples at Prom dance to the slow strains of the Phil Hurst Band. BOTTOM LEFT: Randy Woody sets up a tree for the fall season portion of the dance decorations. BOTTOM RIGHT: Lonnie Miles, Con- nie Powell, Gary Woody, and Cheryl Knox dance the Mex- ican Hat Dance. 32 Prom Draws Over 140 This year the junior class staged the annual prom in the elementary gym and honored the seniors with the theme A Time for Us. The bleachers were decorated with each of the four seasons represented and the entrance was fixed with an arch- way of green streamers. The Phil Hurst Band furnished the music. According to junior class sponsor Mr. Yoder, approximately 140 peo- ple attended. He said. Helping the junior class put on this prom was a most enjoyable and entertaining ex- perience. 33 SENIORS Our senior year is a turning point in our lives. We have given school some of the best years of our lives. These years have been ones of fun and laughter, but there have also been times of anxiety and worry. The coming years, too, will be a mixture of emotions, but they will also be the best years of our lives. The moment may be temporary, but the memories are forever — this was our motto and it aptly expressed our feelings. We will always remember the good times at NBHS. For Seniors, This Is It As we walked through those doors in September, we realized this was finally it — we were seniors! This was our last year and we had to make the most of it. To help us through the year we elected Del DeHart, pre- sident; Cathy Richards, vice-president; Cathy Schank, se- cretary; and Jane Dhooghe, treasurer. Raising money for our senior trip was one of our goals. Our fund-raising activities included magazine sales, runn- ing of the concession stands, selling greeting cards, stag- ing the Christmas dance, and holding two fish fries. With the money we raised through these activities we were able to go to Mackinac Island, where we had a really great time. 36 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Blazing Saddles was a hot float for the seniors to build. MIDDLE LEFT: A group of seniors show their emotions while cheering. BOTTOM RIGHT: During a pep assembly Peggy O'Dell shouts her senior spirit. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Kim Orr finds a quiet corner in the library to read her book. BELOW: While sitting in on one of Mr. Von Hofe's lectures, Kathy Bradley takes a break to smile, to a friend across the court. Debra A. Adamic Lora J. Adkins Jeff M. Aldridge Charles E. Allen Douglas E. Armstrong Deborah A. Austin Alan G. Bader Brenda L. Barnes 37 Rhonda K. Barrett David B. Brace Kathy A. Bradley Sandra J. Brnnett Brian F. Butler Brian D. Callcutt Elise G. Cantanhede Kevin J. Chambers Ronald D. Chase Monica T. Chaves Linda R. Cosby Cindy S. Crowe 38 V (OPPOSITE PAGE) BOTTOM LEFT: Deb Schaller takes time out from her work to stretch her gum. BOTTOM RIGHT: With his wallet credentials, Jeff Jager tries to im- press Jill Heron. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Waiting for the fish to fry, Sandy Seelye twiddles her lips. BE- LOW: Preparing for sign competition, Jeff Knox, Jeff Heron, Sherry Gray, and Kathy Kitts show their spirit by taping up signs for competition. Delmer J. DeHart Valerie D. DesJardins Janey M. Dhooghe Linda F. Ferguson Kenneth D. Filkins Penelope K. Firmingham Randy M. Fischer Vickie L. Forth 39 (OPPOSITE PAGE) BOTTOM LEFT: During study hall, Diane Yakes, Cathy Naracon, Cindy Weigle pause to gossip. TOP: Rhonda Barrett and Debi Smith watch in quiet interest as a group of gymnists provide as- sembly entertainment. BOT- TOM RIGHT: As the University of Flint concert band performs, Ruth Ann Fricke sits and day- dreams. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Jeff Jager, Harvey Kaltz and Rick Opper- man all listen to Ron Jocham during lunch. Frank J. Gyomory Stanley E. Hampton Carol J. Harmon Keith A. Harmon Dolores I. Heimes Jeffery A. Heron Craig J. Hicks Charlynn J. Hoeft Ruth Ann Hohman Sheila D. Holcomb Carol J. Howard Deborah E. Howard 41 Denise M. Hudson Dorothy D. Hunt Jeffrey A. Jager Pamela S. Jamison Michael T. Jayne Ronald K. Jocham Keith D. Johnson Kenneth P. Johnson (THIS PAGE) ABOVE: John Linder, on his way to the Voca- tional School, takes time out for a little shut eye. BOT- TOM RIGHT: No matter how exciting the game gets, Joe Ruhlman, Steve Schlaud and Chris Schlaud find time for food. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Working for the fish fry, Dar- lene Nolon thinks it's pretty sticky business! 42 Steven C. Joy Harvey W. Kaltz George S. Kelly Kathryn A. Kitts Jeffrey A. Knox Renee M. Krake Robin L. LaFond Jeffrey A. LaValley 43 Steve B. Lawson Jonathan R. Linder Frederick W. Longtine David E. Lorenzen Laura A. Ludington Alice M. MacNaughton Patrick M. McCardle Vivian M. McConnell Randy D. McDowell David W. McKee Calvin D. McLeod Ralph E. McMullen 44 (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Debbie Schaller and Al Bader watch the pep assembly intently, while Debbie Adamic and Beth Senko share a few comments. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Steve Onuskanich stands proud- ly with his new stuffed friend at the Homecoming assembly. TOP RIGHT: After a hard day's work of taking pictures, Frank Gyo- mory daydreams about work yet to be done. MIDDLE RIGHT: During the ski trip, Miss Hale and Randy Fischer relax while watching others play basketball. 45 : «Mft WMin too aw!  Grace E. Newbegin Darlene M. Nolan Dale M. Nutt Anthony E. O'Brien Peggy A. O'Dell Charlene R. Oliver Timothy W. Olson Linda M. O'Neill Stephen M. Onuskanich Roderick L. Opperman Kimberly L. Orr Mark J. Perry 46 Matthew J. Perry Blaze E. Podvin Paul E. Potter Pete J. Potter Mark B. Powell Diane L. Ragatz (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: With the expression from Deanna Rutledge, Jeff Knox, and Peggy O'Dell, it seems as though the seniors might have made one of their few mistakes. TOP RIGHT: Stan Hampton and Cathy Schank don't seem to especially care if they eat lunch or not. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Greg McNish checks out the senior float from head to tail. ABOVE: Kim Orr warns Mark Green not to throw his ice cream wrapper onto the floor. 47 Kim L. Ragatz Catherine E. Richards Phillip M. Richmond Shirley J. Riley William Robinet Denise L. Rogers Thomas E. Rogers Mary J. Root Robert L. Rossman Joseph A. Ruhlman Deanna L. Rutledge Kathy L. Sanford 48 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Linda Cosby, caught by the camera, concentrating on a term paper. TOP RIGHT: During lunch, Mary Root, Debbie Sholes, and Karen Godfrey carry on a gab session. (THIS PAGE) MIDDLE LEFT: Elise Cantanhede ac- cepts a piece of cake offered by Monica Chaves. Both are Foreign Exchange Students from Brazil. BOTTOM LEFT: Trying to look his best. Bill Robinet wears his favorite wig. Debbie D. Schaller Catherine M. Schank Christopher F. Schlaud Stephen B. Schlaud Sandra K. Seelye Bethany M.Senko Terry L. Shaw Debra L. Sholes 49 (THIS PAGE) BELOW: When not checking passes or outgo- ing books, Brenda Barnes uses her free time for reading. RIGHT: Senior class officers: Kathy Schank, secretary; Cathy Richards, vice-president; Del DeHart, president; Jane Dhooghe, treasurer. BOTTOM RIGHT: Linda O'Neil collects money for the senior fish fry. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Cheryl Knox, Tonja Sutton and Craig Hicks wait patiently in the ala carte line for a sloppy joe. April M. Sieh Debra L. Smith Denna M.Spencer Linda M. Stine Tonja R. Sutton Dale G. Swoish Carol A. Tobias Kenneth L. Turner Perry M. Turner 50 Karen M. Watson Dian M. Watz Cindy L. Wiegle Luann H. Williams l,;:’ ■'■ ■'■ NAMES NOT AVAILABLE Jay D. Chase Lois M. Hinkle Eva M. King Linda K. Richardson Lonnie R. Smith Daniel R. Steenson Mark A. Tario Greg S. Wheeler 51 (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: Ruth Ann Hoh- man curiously awaits to see what will hap- pen next. BOTTOM LEFT: At the Home Coming Assembly Julie Gravelin starts off the activities with “pass the orange. BOT- TOM RIGHT: Phil Richmond, Jeff Heron, and George Kelly's attention is drawn to the back of the bleachers, Doug Arm- strong and Beth Senko concentrate on the floor. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Tom Rogers lis- tens in, as Sherry Gray tells Jane Dhooghe all about the excitement of Homecoming. BOTTOM LEFT: As Buck Maloney dis- cusses a cheer for the powder puff game, Perry Turner and Jeff Knox look on. Seniors Candidly Become Involved As Seniors we involved ourselves in many activities, many school sponsored, others not. North Branch photographers were able to capture members of the Senior class during the many moments of the school year. Candid pictures of Seniors doing their thing can give a cross sec- tion of these moments. S3 Top Seniors Honored NBHS traditionally award seniors with special awards. Tonja Sutton and Vivian McConnel were co- Valedictorians with 4.0 grade point averages. Linda Cosby was Salutatorian with a 3.95 average. Linda also won the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) award. Deanna Rutledge and Joe Ruhlman won the American Legion Citizenship award, while Jeff Heron and Grace Newbegin received the Dansforth Foundation I Dare You award. Debbie Adamic and George Kelly were senior athletes. 54 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: DAR Citizenship Award winner Linda Cosby. TOP RIGHT: Co - Valedic- torians Vivian McConnell and Tonja Sutton and Salutatorian Linda Cosby. MIDDLE LEFT: American Le- gion Leadership Award winners Deanna Rutledge and Joe Ruhlman. BOTTOM RIGHT: Senior Athletes of the Year winners George Kelly and Debbie Adamic. (THIS PAGE) TOP: Top 10 seniors — Tonja Sutton, Vivian McConnell, Linda Cosby, Luann Williams, Brenda Barnes, Grace Newbegin, Mike Jayne, Debbie Adamic, April Sieh (Not Pictured — Del DeHart). LEFT: The Dansforth Foundation “I Dare You award was given to Jeff Heron and Grace Newbegin before Jeff began to take the hubcaps off the local North Branch police car. (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Chosen by their fellow classmates as “Most Likely to Succeed in the senior mock election were Linda Cosby and Mike jayne. BELOW: Bike paths led to many scenic views on Mackinaw Island. BOTTOM RIGHT: Debbie Howard tries out an old nag while horseback riding on the senior trip. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: With goose bumps on her arm from the chilly breeze, foreign ex- change student Monica Chavez surveys the Straits of Mackinac. BOTTOM LEFT: Randy Fischer pauses at a refreshment stand to chat with a fellow senior. BOT- TOM RIGHT: While waiting at the bike rental, Dave Lorenzen and Sandy Brunett enjoy a little joking around. Seniors Visit Mackinaw Island The senior class of 1975 chose Mackinaw Island as the destinction for their year end trip. Riding to Mackinaw City by chartered bus they traveled to the island by ferry, the goal of four years of money raising activities. 57 140 + Graduate June 4, 1975, marked the end of four years of waiting for more than 140 ex- pectant graduating seniors of North Branch High. In a ceremony lasting less than 1 Vi hours, the graduates shared their last moments as the total class of '75. Leading to the “Bib Night, graduation week saw the class sharing moments at Baccalaureate on Sunday evening and Class Night on Monday. Led by Commencement speaker Dr. John Stewart of Michigan State Univer- sity, the total class was honored to a loud and long standing ovation. 58 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP RIGHT: While Julie Gravlin wistful- ly waits, Del DeHart helps her adjust her gown. BOTTOM LEFT: Together one last time, Tim Olson, Jon Linder, and Terry Shaw prepare to line up for the processional. BOT- TOM RIGHT: Following the ceremony, Ken Filkins and Jeff Heron discuss future plans. (THIS PAGE) TOP: Co- Valedictorian Tonja Sutton addresses her class. LEFT: Co- Valedictorian Vivian McConnell receives her diploma from Board president, Lloyd Daniels. ABOVE: Cal McLeod proudly displays his diploma. 59 ACADEMICS ADMINISTRATION The original reasons for the institutions of schools, including even North Branch, stemmed from the need in many minds that in order to make our futures the best years of our lives and to contribute in some worthwhile way to the welfare of society, young people must learn to develop certain skills. Without such skills, our society might not prosper. It is in the area of academic endeavors that we plan for our futures of thought and action, guided by our teachers and leaders of the school. Administration Faces Many Changes Change was an important factor faced by the Board and Adminis- tration during the 1974-75 school year. Mr. Larry Lambert assumed the responsibilities of principal, while Mr. Don Cleeson became the new superintendent. Also, Mr. Lee Schleicher, formerly a fa- culty member, advanced to the position of the first assistant prin- cipal at NBHS. There was unrest about the still unsettled contract most of the year. In March 1975, an agree- ment was reached between the Board and the Teachers. This pact is for two years and should eli- minate any problems during the 1975-76 school year. 62 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Mr. Lambert explains procedures as Mr. Krepps looks on. TOP RIGHT: It's not all seriousness at board meetings as Mr. jager and Mr. Mohr show. BOTTOM LEFT: Mr. Schleicher looks at attendence records while Mrs. Rowell smiles for the camera. BOTTOM RIGHT: Mr. Gleeson judges girls at cheerleading tryouts. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Mr. Lambert shares his popcorn at a basketball game with Mr. Hanna and Mr. Gleeson. BELOW: Mrs. Deigle and Mr. Hanna work hard at Board of Education meetings. BOT- TOM: Mr. Schleicher makes his daily rounds in the back parking lot. 63 Language Classes Continue MISS DEBBIE BABLER French, Current Events MRS. KATHY BETHELL English 11 MRS. ANNA MAE McCONNELL Student Teacher, Comm. Skills, Speech, Drama (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: Pat Scrimger takes a make-up French test. ABOVE: Dave Newton, Lorraine Kreiner, Sandy Crum, and Sally Wilcox stand around while Mrs. Bethell chats with Cindy Orr. RIGHT: Ed Strich focuses in for a shot. FAR RIGHT: While Tammy Crowe patiently works on an English assignment, Bill Orr finds a magazine article amusing. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Mr. Snouffer gives Dale Phipps and Lisa Weingartz some tips on a graphics assignment. MIDDLE RIGHT: Jill Heron and Ruthann Fricke stop in the hall to talk with Mr. Von Hofe. .19 Mf 64 MR. DAN CURRAN Psychology, Current Events, Sociology MR. RON HARSEN Student Teacher- Chemistry, American History MR. JOHN HUNTER American History MRS. NANCY POHLY Librarian MR. LEN SCHUNEMAN Government, Economics MR. MIKE YODER Michigan History (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: Ken Turner gets help from Mr. Schun- eman on a government assignment. ABOVE: Mrs. Pohly shows Debbie Cloutier how to use the card catologue. RIGHT: John Sweers and Bob Obrzut check out a map in Michigan History. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Loretta Heimes finds something better to do than classwork. TOP RIGHT: Valerie Des Jardins rearranges some magazines on the library shelves. BOTTOM LEFT: Nancy Holder and Cindy Parker can often find fun in Mi- chigan History. 66 Social Studies Adds Michigan History The world history class, taught by Mr. Yoder, was changed this year with the addition of Michigan history to its curriculum. Mr. Ron Harsen, a student teacher from Central Un- iversity, assisted Mr. Hunter with American History. And taking Mrs. Turners place as librarian was Mrs. Pohly. Mrs. Turner had decided to leave and stay home with her baby. 67 68 MR. BILL HUTCHINSON Gen. Math, Ref. Math, Pre-Algebra MR. BILL POTTER Biology MR. JOHN SCHNEIDER Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry MR. DON QUAST Chemistry, Physics MR. RICKTURNER Algebra, Geometry MR. RON WARD General Science (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: Mr. Potter expressed his point of view at a committee meeting. ABOVE: Mr. Turner explains a problem to his • ixth hour algebra class. RIGHT: Surprised by someone approaching the door, Jill Heron looks back during Mr. Schneider's study hall. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Math teacher Mr. Hutchinson enjoys a friendly game of chess-with Mike Jayne, as Dan Steenson observes from a distance. LEFT: Penny Firmingham studies the elements in the test tube carefully for chemistry. RIGHT: Diane Smeznik and Renee Worgess keep busy finishing an algebra test. Little Change in Science, Math The science and math department continued on with little change, in programs or personnel, from previous years. Some 9th grade science students visited the North Branch slaughter house and Greenfield, Village. After much consideration this year College Prep, biology classes will be offered starting next year. The 1974-75 school year will be the last in which physics will be offered to students every year. From now, the class will be available on an every other year basis. 69 (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: While Jeff Knox flirts with Maddie Niamtu during typing class, Hans Kuchlbauer sits back and smiles. BELOW: Mary Jane Root concentrates on typing. BOTTOM RIGHT: Sue Moss enjoys working on her general business. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP RIGHT: During typing class Debbie Ada- mic and Diane Watts have a conversation. BOTTOM LEFT: Paula McConnell and Erika Bush are busily working in typing class. MR. ROBERT KILBOURN Bookkeeping, Business Law, General Business 70 There weren't many changes made in the business department this year, but it was a good and exciting year. The office practice group took their se- cond annual field trip this year and the students were a good bunch of kids. The office practice room was moved to Mrs. Trato's room from the present re- source room. 71 Vocational, Phys. Ed. 72 MR. LEE BURMEISTER Shop, Mechanical Drawing, Driver Training MISS MARGARET OTTO Girls Physical Education MR. DAVE PARROTT Agriculture (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: Jeff Weingarts tries to referee a basket- ball game in gym class. ABOVE: Relieved that the driver training car is parked safely on such a slippery day, Tammy McLaughlin hurries out to make study hall on time. RIGHT: Alice Mac- Naughton and Becky Hudson sort out the ribbons and flowers awarded to FHA members at the annual Future Homemaker's banquet. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: After planting a tree for ag class, Roy Harmon, Fred Gibbons, Pat Howland, Gary Brunett, and Joe Dreyer take a breather. TOP RIGHT: Diane Smeznik stretches out and relaxes during cheerleading practice. BOTTOM LEFT: Dave Nellenbach sands a table leg on the shop lathe. MIDDLE RIGHT: Pam Tucker and Nancy Schafer sit on the ground with children from the Home Ec II nursery school. 73 Fine Arts Department Triggers NBHS Pride MR. KEITH HUDSON Band MISS FLOSSIE SCHELL Chorus MR. GARY SUTTON Director of Bands Much of the spirit and pride at NBHS is triggered by the bands. This year, the band was split into three groups — the Concert band, the Wind Ensemble, and the Freshman band. North Branch was the only high school to have five band competing in district festivals — all five took straight ones. 74 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: While playing the piano. Miss Schell leads her 6th hour chorus class. TOP RIGHT: Concentrating on the music, Bill Smith practices for an upcoming concert with the band. BOTTOM RIGHT: Sheila Holcomb and Oneida Sweers complete a project in art class. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: While Kathy Bradley watches, Mr. Sutton directs Debi Smith and the rest of the band before marching through the halls on Homecoming day. ABOVE: From the shadows, Denna Spencer admires a sculpture at the Detroit Institute of Arts, during an art class field trip. LEFT: Mr. Sutton and Mr. Hudson review plans for the band's Friday night half-time show. 75 MR. MARK BECHTEL Resource Room MR. EDKREPPS Guidance Counselor MRS. DELPHINE VIZARD Guidance Counselor (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: While the class is registering for classes, Mrs. Vizard smiles at someone across the room. ABOVE: During a conversation, Mrs. Vizard looks at Mrs. Bethell with question. RIGHT: Ken Turner and Tina Gei- senhaver stop to talk with Mrs. McCardle in the hall. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: It may seem like Mr. Krepps sleeps on the job, but actually he just pauses for a minute to think while talking to Mrs. Vizard. TOP RIGHT: Steve Turton snickers as Mr. Bechtel helps Leo Naracon. BOT- TOM RIGHT: Mr. Bechtel looks to see who's at his door. BOTTOM LEFT: Every day is a hard day's work for Mr. Krepps. 76 Counseling Job Gets More Demanding With the county vocational center opened this year, Mr. Krepps and Mrs. Vizard were kept busy trying to place North Branch students in the courses offered at that facility. The registration for classes for next year ran late because a decision to remain on full day sessions, rather than Vi days in 1975-76 was not made until April. Though more than 800 students will enter the school next year, full day sessions will be kept, forcing a difficult scheduling job on the coun- selors. 77 (THIS PAGE) TOP: The North Branch Area Schools bus driving staff. ABOVE: Janitors Mrs. Robinet, Mrs. Firmingham, Mrs. Klauka, and Mr. Harsens. RIGHT: Art Smith and Tom Bryan pay cashier Kathy Naracon for their lunches. OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Assisting with the senior class fish fry, Mrs. Janet McLeod helps Linda O'Neil prepare the desserts. TOP RIGHT: Mrs. Kay Hallead and Mrs. Marge Rowell, high school secretaries, keep the office running efficiently. MIDDLE RIGHT: Mrs. Rowell, with a friendly smile, listens to a student question, while assistant principal Mr. Schleicher checks his mail. BOTTOM LEFT: School cooks Mrs. Sally Rhode, Mrs. Rose Watz, Mrs. Donna Baldwin, Mrs. Janet Brown, Mrs. Lucille Schank, and Mrs. Donna Sholes. 78 s i Staff People Keep Schools Operating A group of people who are too of- ten taken for granted, but who pro- vide essential services that are necessary for the operation of North Branch Area Schools are the members of the non-certified staff. Whether it be a friendly smile when getting on the bus, a helping hand for the senior fish fry, a new roll of paper towels, or help getting need- ed supplies, the school couldn't ex- ist without them. 79 Our time spent in the Middle School is full of activities, dances, hi-nites, and just plain fun. We still have our High School years ahead, so we can pretty much be carefree and enjoy ourselves. Soon we'll be faced with new challenges, so we try to make these years, the best years of our lives . Slow Year At Middle School We gave it the best years of our lives doesn't quite say it all for the Middle School this year. We did have dances, assemblies, hi-nites, and student activi- ties, but not a whole lot went on. It was just a year of plugging along , and preparing ourselves for an active High School life. During this year, Miss Sue Schleicher became Mrs. Shoemaker, and Miss Brenda Bodmer became Mrs. Martus. Also, one additional staff position was created. Our football team did well, but our basket- ball team did better, which helped spark enthusiasm through the year. 82 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Ruth Fox Middle School. BOTTOM RIGHT: Chris Braidwood, Lori Newbegin, Denise Smith and Mr. Overzet look at a book from the Guidance office. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Julie McLane, Tonyna Lyman and Jane Childers wait for the bell to ring. BELOW: Ricky Chase shows his interests in Science Class . BOTTOM LEFT: Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Wagner busy at work. BOTTOM RIGHT: At the book fair Mike Darlington and Dar- ryl Beech look for a book. 83 8th Graders Receive Diplomas Dan Adamic Brenda Adler Mara Aldridge Keith Allen Jackie Anderson Ken Barker Pam Batey Chuck Beadle Roger Beals Brian Beardsley Ray Bennett Scott Bennett Shannon Bennetts Bonnie Blake Diane Bowman Chris Boyne Ed Brown Tim Brusie Melanie Burger Art Bussure Lori Butler Joe Butterfield Pam Calicut Al Castle Rick Chase Annette Childers Janel Childers Lisa Childers As 8th graders, we worked hard to earn our long awaited diplomas. Now we moved from upperclassmen to underclassmen. We waited and waited throughout the year, but our long awaited class party finally happened. The class saw the movie Gone With The Wind. In September we learned that Miss Schleicher became Mrs. Shoemaker. Later, Miss Bodmer became Mrs. Martus. 84 (OPPOSITE PAGE) BOTTOM LEFT: Helping out a fellow stu- dent, John Hunter shows how a math problem is worked. BOT- TOM RIGHT: 8th grade officers and advisors — Patty Thibodeau, treasurer; Pam Batey, secretary; Patty Schlaud, vice-president; Fred Snoblen, president; and Mrs. Shoemaker, Mr. Prather, and Mrs. Ufford, sponsors. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Gary Lowe flashes a smile and models his sun glasses for photographer Frank Gyomory. Teresa Childers Roy Choate Becky Christian Kathy Christian Marsha Clark Faith Cory Joe Coster Angela Curell Bill Curell DAn Curell Patty Curell Mike Dallaire Sandy Daniels Steve DeMates Bob DeWitte Erin Diller Faye Dodds Donna Dombroski Debbie Dufort Nanette Duncan Tina Duncan John Feldbush Sheri Fessler Tracey Fifield Becky Fick Dennis Fricke Sandy Geinsenhaver Jon Gieche David Goss Jerry Goss Theresa Goss Tim Green Joe Guigar Perry Gwinn Jackie Hanna Patty Harley Sheila Harlow Darcy Hartman Beverly Haselhuhn Tim Hauxwell Kay Hilts Jennifer Hirt t 85 Sandy Hodgkinson Shari Howell Bill Hudson John Hunter Cindy Jones Robin Jones Grant Joseph Joni Joy Lisa Julian Corey June Tammie Inman Don Johns John Johnson Matt Kaltz Debbie Kayfes Tom Kearney Kim Kennedy Norman Kile Julie Knox Denise Kohler Kay Kreiner Sharon Kunz James LaValley Brett Leonard David Leonard Dawn Lock Cindy Locklin Arlene Lunter Tonyna Lyman Andria Maxam Ron McConnell Kraig Mclnally Debra McKee Jeff McKinley Julie McLane (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: The 8th grade basketball team. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Sometimes the best way to study requires a very relaxing po- sition, according to Merry Smith. TOP RIGHT: The 8th grade football team. MIDDLE LEFT: Joe Coster and John Feldbush examine a completed popsicle stick house in art class. BOTTOM LEFT: Julie McLane (STANDING) offers some words of advice to Robin Jones, who is working on a yarn project. 86 Tom McLaughlin Tim McLeod Leila Medcalf Dan Milbocker Ann Miles Dale Miles Diana Miles Jeff Milne Bob Molzon Eileen Moore Roxanne Morey Linda Moss Kim Myers Audrey Naracon Scott Orr Diana Parsons Lucille Pederson Luann Peplinski Jim Pope Debra Porritt 87 i Bryan Pratt Danny Quertermous Victor Radecki Linda Ragatz Sharladene Ragatz Teresa Repic Bill Richard Charlotte Richmond Paul Rogers Betty Root Joe Rozanski Arlene Ruhlman Cathy Ruhlman Dennis Rush Teresa Rutherford Kendra Rutledge David Schank Jim Schank Louis Schatzberg Linda Schlaud Patty Schlaud Randy Schlaud Debbie Schneider Ken Scrimger Betty Shafer Connie Shafer Dan Sief Lori Simmons Carol Smith Mark Smith Merry Smith Brian Snoblen Fred Snoblen Norm Snoblen Terri Snyder Tracy Sohn (OPPOSITE PAGE) BOTTOM LEFT. Middle School teachers — Mr. Fauble, Mr. Passingham, Mrs. Lang, and Mr. Kaldahl. BOTTOM RIGHT: 8th grade cheer- leaders — Joni Joy, Patti Thibodeau, Melanie Burger, Kendra Rutledge, Theresa Repic, and Debbie Kayfes. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Seemingly stuck, Leila Medcalf is assisted out of her locker by Mr. Passingham. BE- LOW MIDDLE LEFT: With a lot of effort and thought, Janet Wilson completes a writing assign- ment. BOTTOM LEFT: Art Bussure explains his science experiment to the rest of the class. Renee Spencer Barbara Spezia Dennis Stevens Lori Stevens Terry Stevens Dwight Stimson Mark Stine Marshall Street Beth Stuewer Rick Sutter Jeff Sweers Tom Sweers Betty Tallieu Patti Thibodeau Lynette Thomas Dawn Thornthwaite Gloria Tobias Judy Tobin Patricia Troia Tony Walker 89 (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Playing around, Mr. Prather asks Carol Smith if she can use her ponytail to fly. BELOW: 8th grade teachers — Mrs. Ufford, Miss Kreiner. Mrs. Martus, Mrs. Dris- kell, Mr. Prather, Mrs. Bigelow, and Mrs. Shoemaker. BOT- TOM RIGHT: During a close game, Coach Parrot listens to the comments of Dan Adamic. (OPPOSITE PAGE) BOTTOM: 7th grade teachers - Mr. Pi- carski, Mr. Annelin, Miss McDonald, Mrs. Crake, Mrs. Ja- mison, and Mr. Kunasiewicz. Arlene Watson Clyde Watson Linda Wheatley Duane White Jerry Willbanks Janet Wilson John Wilson Terry Wilson Dan Withey Kevin Woidan Roger Wright Dan Yowell Mark Zimmerman PICTURES NOT AVAILABLE John Brockett Teresa Cloutier Tim Kern Ray Martin Greg Moore Mark Samson Janet Urchick Pam Watz Cindy Wylie 90 7th Graders Become Aware Dianne Adamic Ed Adamic Bill Adamic Dianne Ankley Karen Ankley Mike Bader Janet Batey Tim Bennett Lila Bennetts Joe Blake Wendy Bluthardt Denise Bogar Juanita Bond Kevin Bootz George Bowman Kevin Bowman Annette Brace Chris Braidwood John Bryan Curtis Burton Bennett Bush Kim Bussure Glenn Caldwell Sharon Campbell David CdUghey Jamie Click Loren Coates Brenda Conner Steve Coulter Trisa Covington Entering the 7th grade, we experienced a feeling of awareness of what goes on in our school. Something we, 6th graders, didn't necessarily enjoy. In February our class trip took us to Lapeer Lanes and then To McDonalds for some bowling fun and a treat. -We now had ended our year as 7th graders and knew that next year as 8th graders we would be on top. 91 Ed Crawford Dena Crum Mike Darlington Mike Dawkins Teresa DeWitte Robin Dickerson Sherry Dies Darrell Dodds Dave Dombrowski John Ekstrom Ida Fantin Brian Ferguson Noreen Ferrett Brad Fessler Dorothy Fick Todd Fifield Becky Firmingham Bill Fischer Joyce Freeland Shelly Fricke Vicky Gibbons Irvin Gill Gilbert Glover Barry Goodrich John Gorney John Gorsline Terry Goss Debbie Greenwood Mike Greenwood Mary Griffin Lawanna Guigar Ross Hallock Dale Hart Candy Hartley Darrell Hartman Gina Hect Julie Heron Donna Herron Mike Hiltz Howard Hipes Jeff Hobson Donna Holcomb Paula Holcomb Chuck Hollister Bill Howard Bob Howe John Hudson Darlene Huntley Marshall Jager Lile Jamison Bonnie Johnson Janet Johnson Sharon Joy (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: 7th Grade class officers and sponsors: Mr. Piwinski, sponsor; Debby Ruhlman, secretary; Wes Miracle, president; Julie Heron, treasurer; Barry Goodrich, vice-president; and Miss McDonald, spon- sor. TOP RIGHT: No matter how much work there is, Janet Batey and Susy Kitts find time to laugh and share jokes with their friends. (THIS PAGE) MIDDLE LEFT: Sue Repic, Janet Batey, and Tracie Fifield cheer the Varsity Football Team on to a victory. MIDDLE RIGHT: Ken Schank plans his checker strategy for the next move. MIDDLE BOTTOM: Lelia Medcalf takes time from a busy day to clean her locker. 93 Mark Judd Suzanne Kitts Marsha Klauka Todd Knepfler Mary Kreiner Glenda Kuck Rene LaFond Glenn Lake Dan Laur Jeff Laur Cindy LaVell Matt Leonard Kevin Lockrey Pam Lovasz Gary Lowe Jeff Lutes Bob Lyman John MacNaughton Kathy McCoy Karen McDaniels Lee McKinley Coral McLane Kathy McLaughlin Jeanne McQueen Bob Maloney Sherry Marshall Tim Marshall Tony Mersino Mark Miles Pam Miles Teresa Miller Wes Miracle Suzanne Moore Bob Morse Tom Moshier (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Gary Lowe and Dena Crum compare readings on a science pro- ject. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: 7th grade cheerleaders. TOP RIGHT: Laurie Newbe- gin writes out a paper for a handicapped Chris Braidwood. 94 Craig Myers Tom Myers Terry Naracon Rick Nellenbach Laurie Newbegin Carol O'Rourke Judy Parks Tim Pierson Stan Peplinski Bob Perry Zelda Peters Pete Phillips Todd Porte Kathy Porter Dave Powell Debbie Radecki Cheryl Radzwion Rozanna Ragatz Kevin Randall Hallie Rea Kitty Reamer Sue Repic Mark Reynolds Randy Richmond Debbie Ruhlman 95 (THIS PAGE) BELOW: 7th grade Basketball Team and Coach Picarski. RIGHT: Hurry- ing between classes, Julie Heron makes a quick stop at her locker. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Jeff Lukes saves Mrs. Harris a trip by handing out absent lists. MIDDLE: Jamie Click pauses a mo- ment to ponder a question. BOTTOM: Even with a school as big as North Branch, there's still time for personal attention as displayed by Mr. Picarski to Terry Nara- con, Susy Moore and Kim Bussure. Dolores Ruhlman Bill Rumptz Annette Rutherford Alonda Ryan Michelle Schaller Doug Schank Ken Schank Kathy Schatzberg Steve Schaub Johnna Schlaud Kevin Schmidt Brenda Schneider Kathleen Schuenam Kathy Seaman Becky Seelye Bob Sharp Rich Shaver Larry Sieh Denise Smith Jeff Smith Kathy Snoblen 96 Glen Southern Wes Stacy Larry Street Caroline Strich Nancy Sutton Andy Tallieu Doug Thompson Kevin Ulin Todd Ulin Mike Urchick Krystn Wasilewski Michelle Watson Wayne Watson Michelle Weingartz Tim Weingartz Brenda Wilson David Windsor Cheryl Winter Bert Woidan Greg Wolf PICTURES NOT AVAILABLE Jeff Borst Chris Dhooghe Norman Fulayter Mark Kinch Martin Kozlowski Ross Mclnerney Russ McKearney Bertha Oxyer Fred Townsend Craig Wylie 6 f - 97 6th Grade Looks Ahead Our 6th grade year was a year of new experiences. At the beginning we were on our own, but we picked up friends in the upper classmen as the year advanced. To help us along during the year, we went to the theater to see the movie Island at the top of the World and for an extra treat we stopped at McDonalds. The best years of our school life lie ahead. Mary Addison John Anderson Kim Anderson Debbie Armstrong Tom Bader Melanie Beadle Shawn Beardsley Darryl Beech John Bellow Barry Bennett Sue Bennett Kathy Berg Ray Billig Bob Blogg Tony Blumerseheim Bob Bowman Kelly Boyle Kendra Boyle Diane Boyne Ed Brace Mike Brown Dan Brusie Dan Burger Dave Burger Ken Butterfield Steve Carter Dan Carpenter Carol Castle 98 Tony Chase Nancy Childers Marilyn Choate Patti Collins Colleen Conger Amy Coutts Lori Cripe Bonnie Crowe Kelly Curell Teresa Czaczkowski Henry Dallaire John DeWitte Larry Dufort Kathy Fackler Tina Fanson Margaret Fantin Brenda Ferrett Doug Fick Jim Fraley Tim Freeland Debbie Fricke Scott Geisenhaver Renee Gill Rick Golomboski (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Students in Mrs. Pi- carski's study hall enjoy a game of dinosaur. TOP RIGHT: Working on an assignment in Miss Hunt's English class, Don Smeznik kneels in his chair. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: 6th Grade officers and spon- sors: Theresa Green, treasurer; Cheryl Morey, se- cretary; Jeff Shepard, vice-president; Ron Snoblen, president; Mrs. Wiar, Mrs. Picarski, and Miss Hunt, sponsors. MIDDLE LEFT: Members of the 6th grade band help to unload fruit. LEFT: Tom Bader and Kelly Boyle discuss a situation in the library. 99 Jill Goodrich Ken Goss Sieve Gravlin Theresa Green Ann Griffin Brenda Haack Shells Hackbarth Dawn Hall Jim Hanna Earl Harley Gary Harmon Keith Hart Brett Hartlev Diane Hirt Sherrv Hodgk;nson Donnie Holder Tracv Hopkins Carl Hoppe Pete Howard Blair Howe Jeanne Hudson Lee Ann Hudson Dave Hunt Theresa Hunclev Nonne Hurd Jim Jacobsen Paul Jean AJ Johnson TOO Lia Johnson Sheila Johnson Rhonda Jolkoeur John Jones Steve Jones Theresa Jones Mel Jordan Stephanie Joseph Heidi Julian Paula Kelly Scon Kelly Lrsa Kirby George Klauka Wayne Knox Keith Koehler Don Kohns Ricky Kreiner Lore Kuchlbauer Dorrs Laur Pam LaVell OPPOSITI PAGFj TOP RIGHT: One easv was for Mrss Hum to get things in hand is to sund Mark Shepard on his head THIS PAG€ LEFT: Giving a helping hand. Mr Plrwinskj explains an assignment to Greg Ray- mond. 30 l Stephanie Joseph. Paula Kefty and Theresa Huntley listen to Mr. Hyde's reasons behind a science experiment. 101 Colleen Lover Kevin Luik Theresa Lukes Pete MacNaughton jean McConnell Karen McKee Bobby McLane Ruby Maloney Dianne Malzan Kim Marston Chris May Scott Mersino Gary Miller Greg Milne Dave Miner Jim Mitchell Melissa Mohr Tina Moore Cheryl Morey Mike Morey Todd Morey Harold Morrison Mike Moshier Jeanne Moss Linda Mullins Carolyn Musiel Jeff Myers Mike Myers 102 Mary Jo Naracon Angie Nellenbach Sue Nellenbach Doug Ogden Dana Onuskanich Steve Ostrander Gary Overzet Jim Parker Carolyn Peacock John Pederson Gene Perry Jim Perry Ann Pettibone Greg Pettibone Carl Petitt Gordon Poritt Gordie Potter Ron Pratt Teresa Quertermous Max Ragatz (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: 6th grade teachers: Mrs. Wiar; Miss Hunt; Mrs. Picarski: Mr. Piwinski; Miss Johnson; Mr. Hyde and Mrs. Quast. TOP RIGHT: In surprise, Paul Jean checks out the fact that Jill Goo- drich really looks out the door window. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: As Miss Johnson presents a lesson on the overhead projector, Chris May turns to see who's at the door. MIDDLE LEFT: Rich Vielhaver listens to a question as Kelly Curell raises his hand to answer. LEFT: Heidi Julian pauses to think of what else she should in- clude in her drawing. 103 (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Charlene Rutherford proves that there are many things which can be done with domin- oes. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Not everyone gets to spend all their time in a classroom and Allen Johnson is one such person. MIDDLE LEFT: Renee Sampson hur- ries to finish her math assignment. BOTTOM LEFT: Miss Hunt's desk seems to be the most popular place in her room, at least for Melanie Beadle, Jim Perry, Gene Perry. Greg Raymond Karen Reamer Pam Riley Ann Robinet John Robson Dave Rogers DeVona Rogers Mark Rogers Al Ruhlman Jim Ruhlman Terry Rumpt Charlene Rutherford Renee Samson Glen Sanford Cliff Sassar Kaye Shank Karen Schatzberg Rhonda Schmidt Virginia Schafer Ray Shaver Jeff Shepard Dan Skalski Laurie Sholes Don Smeznik Joe Smith John Smith Tom Smith Ron Snoblen Charla Spencer Billy Stanko Sue Stapish Larry Stephenson Doug Stevens Brian Stine Wendell Stalter 104 Mark Suyama Mary Sweers Cheryl Truax Bev Tyrrell Rich Vielhaver Fred Waibel Mark Walker Renee Walker Warren Weber Denise Weigartz Teresa Weingartz Mark Wheatly Louis Wiegele Kevin Willbanks Lory Wilson Regina Wilson Drew Winslow Brian Woidan Mike Wolf Connie Yowell PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE John Baldwin Mike Bockman Rohanne Bovee Vickie Dhooge Scott Falls Jeff Kinch Kim Richmond Shawn Smith 105 Sports are an important aspect in our school years. Without them, we would be apathetic students rather than enthusiastic spectators. Sports provides a chance for participation by members of the community, students, and athletes in school events, which allows everyone to benefit from them. 'Next Year Looks Very Good' The 1974 varsity football team gave a good showing this year. Coach Smeznik said, The team was very young and inexperienced this year. We lost ten sen- iors, but with twenty-four returning letterman, 7 of which are sophomores, and seventeen juniors plus twenty sophomores the competition for varsity next year will be very good. Even though the scoreboard lists a 2 wins and 7 loss record, many times the game wasn't over until the final seconds ticked away. 108 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: 1974-75 Varsity Football Team. LEFT: Cal McLeod blasts through the line too a large gain. BOTTOM: The Bronco defense works together with gang tackles. (THIS PAGE) TOP: Fathers and player representatives wait for their cue to enter the field on the annual Father's Night. LEFT: Cal McLeod follows in his brother Barry's footsteps who also missed more than one-half of the season with a broken ankle only two years earlier. ABOVE: With a quick move, Bob Mitchell uses his blockers for a gain. 109 TOP: Deep in North Branch territority, Harbor Beach forces Paul Urchick to punt. ABOVE: 1974-75 J.V. Football Team. RIGHT: Coach Smeznik straightens out Bob Mitchell on a play. TOP LEFT: A quiet Mark Seeyle wonders about the games's outcome. TOP RIGHT: Sweeping around the end, Dan Rowell moves closer to the goal line. LEFT: Dan Rowell struggles for yardage while a Millington opponent works for a tackle. ABOVE: 1974-75 Freshman Football Team. Ill (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: Jeff Bennett is urged onward by a fellow teammate. TOP RIGHT: Mr. Harsen instructs the proper way to do warm-ups to Tom Bryan and Dan LaVal- ley. ABOVE LEFT: Coming at a great pace, Don Robinet heads toward the finish line. RIGHT: Bill Laur and Dan LaValley race up Killers Hill in Imlay City. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Many different teams gather to compete at the Mayville Conference. BOTTOM LEFT: Tim Kelly makes his move to pull closer to the front. FAR RIGHT: The 1974 Cross Country Team. 112 Cross Country Posts 9-1 Record The North Branch Cross Country team ran a very good season this year. They had a 9-1 winning record. Also, they came in 3rd in the League Meet. All twelve members on the team earned a varsity letter. Besides being captain, Don Robinet was chosen most valuable. Given credit for his great effort was Randy Jones. 113 Cager's Clock Runs Out 114 But throughout the season spirit was as high as ever. Home game audiences packed the bleachers. Potentially it could have been a good season, but The 1975 basketball season was very nerve racking for spectators, players and the coaches. Many games were almost within reach for a win but the clock seemed to run out a few seconds too soon. Scores OPPOSITION Dryden Caseville Sag. St. Mary's Deckerville Millington Reese Ubly Marlette Yale U.S.A. Harbor Beach Mayville Imlay City Millington Akron Fairgrove Ubly Yale Harbor Beach Imlay City Mount Morris THEM US 77 68 55 65 71 65 62 55 62 59 73 66 58 54 71 58 50 59 81 65 76 67 71 53 79 73 85 87 67 68 53 68 67 81 65 58 58 57 70 47 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Scoring another bucket for the Broncos, Tom Peplinski pushes North Branch into the lead. MIDDLE LEFT: 1974-75 Bronco Varsity Basketball Team. BOTTOM RIGHT: Jeff Heron concentrates on a vital free throw. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: Defense is the name of the game, as Dan Rowell defends against a Harbor Beach opponent. TOP RIGHT: Towering over a Marlette opponent, Tim Conrad fires up another shot. LEFT: Doug Armstrong outjumps an Imlay City opponent to win the tip. ABOVE: 1974-75 J.V. Basketball Team. 115 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Coach Johnson explains game strategy to his players during a crucial time out. BOTTOM LEFT: The parents are featured at the seniors last home game. BOTTOM RIGHT: The 1974-75 Freshmen Basketball Team. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: The North Branch Broncos non- chalantly walk away, while a Harbor Beach player argues about the referees foul call. ABOVE: Tom Peplinski drives for another two points. LEFT: Another two points are racked up as George Kelly fires the ball through the hoop. 117 (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: George Kelly and Gary Woody struggle for the lead. BELOW: 1975 Track Team. BOTTOM: Randy Repic clears the high bar at 5-ft. 2 in. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Don Robinet gives an extra push in the shot put. TOP RIGHT: Bill Smith steps ahead in the high hurdles. BOTTOM LEFT: The Long Jump is Dan Taylors specialty. MIDDLE RIGHT: One hurdle doesn't stop Del DeHart. 118 Track Ends Season With 9-3 Dual Record With a 9 and 3 dual meet won-loss record, the 1975 track team finished with a second place in the lea- gue's division and fourth in the overall Conference meet. Leading the team in field events, Dan Taylor set a new school long jump record at 21 ft. and 7V in. Dan also went on to win the long jump competition in the League, the Caro Meet of Champions, and the Port Huron Invitational. Receiving track honors were: Capt. Don Robinet, most valuable; Capt. George Kelly, best sprinter; Dan Taylor, best field events; and Randy Jones, best long distance runner. 119 (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: 1975 Varsity Base- ball Team. TOP RIGHT: Captain Fred Strich adjusts his catching gear. ABOVE: Ed Strich slides safely into 2nd base. RIGHT: A difficult catch by Ed Strich al- lows him to get that last out at the plate. FAR RIGHT: Though close, Tom Peplinski successfully slides into 2nd base against Harbor Beach. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Jim Lepor at- tempts a steal to 2nd base as Tom Rogers sets to deliver a single. BOTTOM RIGHT: 1975 JV Baseball team. 120 The wins were few but improvement was shown throughout the year. The Broncos started slow but came on strong at the close of the season, posting a 4 and 6 win, loss league re- cord, with a 6 and 10 win, loss overall. ]im Lepor and Cal McLeod were named to the 1st Team All Conference and Tom Pepl inski 2nd Team. The J.V.'s ended the season above .500 with a 7 and 4 win, loss record. Next year's season looks bright with several returning letterman. 121 Basketball Posts Best Year Ever 1974-75 proved the best year ever for the NBHS Girls Varsity basketball team. Mr. Dan Curran, Girls basketball first male coach, led the team to a 7 win — 4 lost record. The squad won its first 5 games of the season. According to Mr. Curran, The girls made considerable progress through out the year in both basketball fundamentals and team- work. The varsity squad attended Michigan State University in the summer of 75, to gain more experience and training. The awards for the Girls Varsity basketball team were: most va- luable player, Danele Adamic; best offense, Erika Bush; best de- fense, Debbie Sholes; and most improved, Deanna Rutledge. 122 — (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: Debbie Howard gets ready to tip the ball our way. MIDDLE LEFT: 1974 Girls Varsity Basketball team. RIGHT: Shelly Reynolds relaxes during a game by blowing bubbles. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: Erika Bush shows why she was picked as the best offensive varsity player. TOP RIGHT: Cindy McConnell shows her skill at blocking. LEFT: Mr. Curran talks over the next few plays with the varsity girls. ABOVE RIGHT: The 1974 JV Girls Basketball team. 123 Volleyball Wins The 1974-75 North Branch varsity volleyball team posted a 4 win, 5 loss record. Their coach. Miss Margaret Otto said, This year's volleyball team had eight strong seniors who will be sorely missed; but the team has a good group to build from for next year. Most important, we have excited interest that is becoming strong desire. 124 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Mr. Ward handles the job of statistics as Val DesJardins checks in. TOP RIGHT: Danele Adamic moves in for a spike. MIDDLE LEFT: 1974-75 Varsity Volleyball Team. BOTTOM RIGHT: All eyes are in the air as Peggy O'Dell bumps the ball into play. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: Cindy Chase follows through on her serve. TOP RIGHT: 1974-75 J.V. Volleyball Team. LEFT: Erik Bush sets for an important serve against Mayville. ABOVE: Phyllis Simmons watches her team intently. 125 (THIS PAGE) TOP: Behind the plate, Janice Bennet sets to catch another pitch. ABOVE: The 1975 Varsity softball team. ABOVE RIGHT: Debbie Kearney moves from first base on the hit of Cheryl Koehler. RIGHT: With another home run on her mind, Danele Adamic smashes the ball. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Jill Heron holds a Millington opponent on first base. TOP RIGHT: A Millington player unsuccessfully steals second base against North Branch, as Cheryl Koehler puts the tag on the runner. MIDDLE RIGHT: Erika Bush delivers a pitch, while Debbie Adamic guards third base. BOTTOM LEFT: Coach Tuttle changes a player's position. 126 The 1975 Girl's Softball season was much im- proved this year over last. Six more games were added to the schedule and a new coach, Mr. Tuttle, worked on fundamentals to improve the team. The record improved this year, with a 7 win, 6 loss record posted. Much improvement was shown this year and Coach Tuttle ex- pects a good season next year, when the girls intend to go someplace in district and State competition. Girl's Softball Shows, Improvement Squads Increase In Size lfVT«rf:c 'v I « 1 w 8 i «i •' The 1974-75 year for the varsity cheerleaders started out “flashy with their new uniforms, which cost more than $1,000.00. The varsity and junior varsity sponsored a slave day, bringing in over $100. They also attended competition at Midland and Kingston but were not successful in winning any trophies. Mrs. Trato said, The 1974-75 squads were the most impressive we have had in recent years. Both varsity and junior varsity squads increased in size from 6 to 8 and 9 respectively. 128 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP: 1974-75 Varsity Cheerleaders. MIDDLE LEFT: Kathy Bradley and RuthAnn Fricke were a part of the cheer- leader's Pom-Pom routine, performed at the last home game. RIGHT: 1974-75 Junior Varsity Cheerleaders. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: 1974-75 Freshman cheerleaders. TOP RIGHT: The JV Cheerleaders show their spirit at a football pep assembly. LEFT: DeNise Rogers calls home to say, There's more work to be done, and can I stay? ABOVE: The Varsity and JV Cheerleaders combine for one big mount. 129 Each year brings us one step closer to Graduation and a life of new experiences. We try to make the most of our time at NBHS. As underclassmen, we look forward to our last years at NBHS. Although we may not realize it, our years spent at NBHS are among the “best years of our lives . Biggest 9th Grade Ever The freshman class of 78 helped to swell the halls of NBHS to the point of bursting as more than 220 marched over from the Middle School at the be- ginning of the year. They represented the largest class to ever attend North Branch High. During the year, Irene Howard served as the fresh- man class representative during Homecoming, while the class planned to sell T-shirts to students in the spring. TOP LEFT: While sharing a can of pop, Linda Shepard and Scott Senko, pause to watch what's happening at the other end of the cafeteria. TOP RIGHT: Scott Green, not to be outdone, makes a big hit as a Homecoming powder-puff cheerleader. ABOVE: A cross-section of freshmen show mixed emotions during an activi- ties day race. RIGHT: Mr. Hutchinson and Tammy Marshall in- spect construction progress of the freshman Homecoming float, The Sting. 132 Marlene Adamic Janet Adler Kelly Albertson Bob Allen Tim Anderson Bill Ankley Tom Ankley Ron Baker Deanna Burkus Robin Bennetts Phillip Bluthardt Debbie Borst Pat Boughan Rick Boyne Steve Brace Colleen Braidwood Gary Brunett Bob Bryan Diane Burger Rory Burger Gary Burnnet Terry Butterfield Gary Butterfield Mary Butterfield Wanda Chappel Cindy Chase John Chase Donna Childers Helen Clark Debbie Cloutier Diane Connors Deidre Corbett Donna Cosby Kathy Coster Cindy Cotter Jeff Cripe Angie Czaczkowski Leo Dallaire Brian Davey Rick Dawson Lori DeTavernier Mike Dhooghe Paula Dickerson Tracy Dies Earl Diller Sandy Douglas Helen Ekstrom Angie Fall Rick Fanson Dan Fricke Phil Fulks Kim Fulton Shelly Geisenhaver Glenn Gibbons Del Geiche 133 Rhonda Glover Jemry Goodrich Kevin Goodrich Scott Green John Griffin Carol Hallock John Harley Kim Hebberd Jill Heron Margaret Herron Ken Hobson Betty Holcomb Roland Hopkins Irene Howard Pat Howland Becky Hudson Ralph Hunt Corrine Huntley Linda Hutchinson Bill Ivory Karen Jacobson Kevin Jager Jim Jamison Bob Jamison Rick Jean Rosemarie Johnson Lisa Johnstone Randy Jolicoeur Gerald June Mag June Krys Kardell Kathy Kearney Jeff King Brian Kirby Tom Kitts (THIS PAGE) ABOVE: Ed Rogers rests quietly after a long day of skiing. RIGHT: Phil Fulks takes “dress-up day very seriously, appearing to be a Mad Scientist. (OPPOSITE PAGE) UPPER LEFT: Trying to act like Grady , John Chase practices is part for the play, Rally 'Round the Flag Boys. LOWER LEFT: Lisa Johnstone enjoys a Coke at the going away party given for Mr. Schleicher. 134 Dawn Klauka Julie Klauka Tony Klaus Matt Knox Dawn Koehler Tony Kohler Jim Kohler Dave Kohns Barb Krawczyk Pam Kreiner Patty Kreiner Peggy Kreiner Kurt Kuck Pam Laidler Clare Lake Joe Lange Donna Laur Diane LaVell Jim Leffel Sherry Lepor Larraine Longtine Patti Lovasz Dennis Lowe Cindy McConnell 13S John McConnell Roxanne McDowell Tim McDowell Kim Mclnally Dawn McLane Vince McNish Lisa Markle Tammy Marshall Tina Marshall Al Martin Lisa Mersino Paulette Miller Sally Miner Wayde Miracle Denis Mohr Doug Molzon Pat Moss Denise Myers John Myers Danny Naracon Leo Naracon Bill Nellenbach Dave Nellenbach Gary Newbegin Melody Niamtu Dan Nutt Jim Nutt Dalene O'Brien Al Oliver Cindy O'Rourke Tim Orr Russ Padgett Sharon Palmerton Jackie Peacock 136 c Dale Peterson Marilyn Pepilinski Mike Perry Phil Pettibone Jeff Phillips Mark Phillips Tom Powell Dan Primeau Rick Rad wion Joyce Ragatz Marlene Ragatz Mike Richards (OPPOSITE PAGE) BOTTOM LEFT: Three cheerleaders (Penny Wilder, Kay Suyama, and Jill Heron) decide which rooms each will take for pep assembly tape sales, as Carl McMullen looks on. BOTTOM RIGHT: During a slack moment during one of the regular assemblies, Krys Kardell, Angie Fall, and Linda Hutchinson relax in their own style. (THIS PAGE) TOP LEFT: Diane Smeznik brushes a head for one of her art class projects. MIDDLE LEFT: Leading the way, the freshman Homecoming float, The Sting , turns onto Huron Street, followed by members of the class. LEFT: On the wee- kend ski trip to Crystal Mountain, Carl McMullen wisks down a rather difficult slope. 137 (THIS PACE) RIGHT: Freshman class officers and advisors — Linda Shepard, secretary; Melody Niamiu, treasurer; Tony Klaus, president; Bob Stuewer, vice-president; and Mr. Von- Hofe, Mr. Bechtel, and Mr. Hutchinson, sponsors. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Joe Weingartz gets caught by the close-up lens of a yearbook photographer. MIDDLE LEFTl While catching up on her reading, Kim Albertson waits to check out library books. BOTTOM RIGHT: The entire fresh- man class shouts its approval and support at the pep assembly on dress-up day , during Homecoming week. Rich Richmond Dwight Rienstra Dwayne Rienstra Ed Rogers Roy Ross Carolyn Ruhlman Tim Ruhlman Tom Ruhlman Chris Sanford Nate Schaller Darla Schank Larry Schank Francine Schlaud Don Schneider Larry Secson Scott Senko Linda Shepard Debbie Simmons Diane Smeznik Bill Smith Dennis Smith Jim Smith Terry Smith Jeff Spencer Tina Spencer Jeff Stevens Janet Stimson Cheryl Stine Brian Stuart Bob Stuewer Cheri Sutherland Kay Suyama Laurie Sweeney Dean Swoffer Lori Swoish 138 John Thomas Angie Thompson Craig Thompson Tom Thompson Mike Troia Steve Turton Pete Vielhaver Kim Wasilewski Joe Weingartz Doug Wilcox Chuck Windsor Cheryl Woody Renee Worgess Carl Wright Gordon Yowell PICTURES NOT AVAILABLE Dan DeWitte Dale Lawson Dave Marsh Steve Meyer Bob Diffenderfer Dave Smith Bob Solon Sandy Woidan 139 Many Sophomores 'Give Their Best' SOPH0n0RES‘ 77 VI As sophomores we gave it the “best we could. And to help us give it our best were President Bob Brusie; Vice-President Bob Mitchell; Secretary Katrina Schlaud; and Treasurer Shelly Reynolds. To start off our sophomore year we chose Cindy Hanna for our Homecoming representative and built Plow 'em Under for our float. We contin- ued onward October found us ordering our class rings. We felt the urge to show them off when we received them in February. 140 (OPPOSITE PAGE) MIDDLE LEFT: The entire sopho- more class yells its support for a football victory. TOP RIGHT: With care and intent, Debbie Howard traces a picture to be silk screened in graphics. BOTTOM RIGHT: Led by the JV cheerleaders, a number of so- phomores expectantly watch their class representatives in the Homecoming tug-of-war. (THIS PAGE) RIGHT: Carol Cobb, Cindy Parker, Ronda Johnson, and Jeanette Mersino line up for a pep assem- bly skit. Kim Albertson Colleen Aldrige Mike Allen Kathy Andersen Gary Ankley Sue Ankley Marsha Auger Mike Auger Dennis Baxter Janice Bennett Jeff Bennett Jeff Berlin Eric Bigelow Doris Bluthart Ken Bodmer Chuck Borst Linda Bowman Bob Brusie Don Bruman Jim Buckner Erika Bush Brenda Case Mike Clark Carol Cobb Bob Collins Lorena Cured Loretta Cured Randy Cured Kevin Daniels Jim DeMates 141 (THIS PAGE) BELOW: Dressed as Homecoming cheerleaders, Jeff Berlin, Dennis Baxter, Bob Zimmerman, Terry Thompson, and Randy Curell get set to hit a cheer. RIGHT: In a negative print, Terry Sholes and Chris Lock watch the football action from the sidelines. (OPPOSITE PAGE) BOTTOM LEFT: Often sharing his ideas with others, Dan Gibson pauses while planning an art class project. BOTTOM RIGHT: We're number one! shout Rick Seaman and Jeff Schaller at a weekly pep assembly. Johnny DesJardins Bill Dickerson Gary Dodds Jeff Dreyer Joe Dreyer Coral Duncan Claudia Elliott Randy Fessler Brad Firmingham Matt Firmingham Dan Gibson Dave Godfrey Louis Goss Marie Green Cindy Griffin Jim Gudzikowski JoAnn Guigar RuthAnn Haack Cindy Hanna Luanna Harley Nancy Harmon 142 Roy Harmon LuWanna Hart Diana Heiden Jan Heron Kevin Hicks Nancy Holder Debbie Howard Mike Howland Carol Hudson Carol Hunt Bill Huntley Kathy Jacobson Nancy Jamison Al Johnson Dick Johnson Ronda Johnson Randy Jones Rick Joy Valeesa Judd Rich Klauka Pat Kozlowski Pat Kreiner Hans Kuchlbauer Scott LaFond Bill Laur Brian LaValley Delores Lazar Beth Leonard Dwight Linder Chris Lock Rod Longtine Paula McConnel Evelyn McCoy Kevin McCrory Tammy McLaughlin 143 Vance McLean Tim McQueen Aubrey Maxam Pam Mazzoni Jeanette Mersino Jack Miklovich Barb Miller Ken Miller Sue Milne Annette Mitchell Bob Mitchell Ted Mobley Sue Moss Debbie Myers Jim Nagle Maddie Niamtu Debbie Nolan Craig O'Brien Bob Obrzut Chuck Oliver 144 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP RIGHT: While typing an assignment. Brad Fir- mingham looks to see who's at the door. MIDDLE RIGHT: Pat Kozlowski reads an assignment for class in the cafeteria. BOTTOM LEFT: Members of the sophomore class follow their float, “Plow 'Em Under , through town. BOTTOM RIGHT: Elbert Rush holds an orange to show its quality to everyone, as Mr. Sutton supervises fruit unloading for the band. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Laurena Curell gets her books ready to leave Biology for her next class. BELOW: Sophomore class officers — Bob Brusie, president; Bob Mitchell, vice-president; Shelly Reynolds, treasurer; and Katrina Schlaud, secretary. Mark Onuskanich Cindy Orr Nancy Osinski Cindy Parker Loretta Parsons Katie Perry Frank Perry Paul Pettibone Dale Phipps Tom Pope Larry Porter Angie Primeau Shelly Reynolds Paul Richards Jeff Richmond Steve Riley Don Robinet Russ Rogers Shelly Rose Dan Rowell Stuart Rudy Elbert Rush Shonda Rutledge Jeff Schaller 145 Steve Schank Debbie Schefke Katrina-Schlaud Pat Scrimger Rick Scrimger Rick Seaman Nancy Shafer Terry Sholes Ron Sieh Cathie Simpson Cal Skalski Peggy Slater Larry Smith Phil Smith Rick Smtih Lorraine Smeznik Debbie Snyder Lisa Stevens Ed Strich John Sweers Scott Swoish Mary Szelog Doug Tallieu Joe Tallieu (THIS PAGE) TOP RIGHT: Loretta Parsons cuts a pice of felt in art. MIDDLE RIGHT: Learning about photo layouts, Dan Rowell and Dyran Podvin review an old yearbook. RIGHT: Helen Hudson, Penny Wilder, Debbie Howard, and Carol Hudson review their layouts and negatives. (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP LEFT: Sophomores Bob Brusie and Dan Rowell oversee the apple dunking contest, part of Homecoming activities day festivities. 146 Marvin Thompson Tom Truax Pam Tucker Dave Turton Tracy Ulin Paul Urchick Lorie Waibel Dan Walker Dennis Walker Karen Wallace Jeff Weingartz Brent Wheeler Penny Wilder Linda Woods PICTURES NOT AVAILABLE Rich Bond Wayde Choate Tom Dhooghe Sherm Hampton Kevin Hilts Rick Kloppe Vicky McLane Dyran Podvin Eunice Putnam Ken Robinet Ron Rogers 147 Juniors Really Busy The junior class gave it their best in the most active years since attending school. Beginning in October, the class built their Homecoming float, M A S H the Bearcats. Throughout the rest of the year, they sponsored both the Sadie Hawkins and Valentines dances and planned and executed the junior-senior prom in May. As their chief money making activity, the class sold chips and ice cream at lunch time. The juniors, indeed, were busy as a class, keeping the victory jug in their possession most of the year. 148 (OPPOSITE PAGE) MIDDLE LEFT: Dan Oxyer, John Thomas, Glen Burgess, Mark Seelye, and Bob Hunter pull for a victory on Homecoming activities day. TOP RIGHT: Scanning through the yearbook, Andy Schlaud waits patiently for the bell to ring. BOTTOM RIGHT: Vicki and Pam Batey discover that a bus doesn't provide much shelter from the wind. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: During Homecoming, juniors express their spirit by marching behind their float. BOTTOM LEFT: Pep Assemblies often prompt mixed emotions, as shown here by Cheryl Knox and Terry Thompson. BOTTOM RIGHT: Junior Class Officers — Cheryl Knox, secretary; Linda Barrett, presi- dent; Connie Powell, treasurer; Jim Lepor, vice-president; and Mr. Quast, Mr. Yoder, and Mr. Schleicher, sponsors. Cheryl Adamic Danela Adamic Ann Adler Penny Alexander Mike Anderson Mary Bader Teresa Bader Randy Baker Linda Barrett Vicki Batey Lonnie Beardsley Bev Bogar Brian Bowman Jim Boynes Cheryl Brace Earl Brace Kevin Bradley Tom Bryan John Buckner Glenn Burgess Dan Caldwell RIGHT: Cheerleader Bob Zimmerman pauses to gape at the photographer. BOTTOM LEFT: Martha Wheeler listens to a cafeteria conversa- tion. BOTTOM RIGHT: Mike Anderson inter- views Rod McDowell in a junior skit. Beth Castle Lorine Christian Tim Conrad Tammy Crowe Sandy Crum Terry Crum John Dallaire Mary DeTavernier Mike DeWitte Lory Dietz Tony Douglas Herman Duncan 150 Jenny Ekstrom John Elmore Sue Fike Barb Finkbelner Debbie Fraley Dave Freeland Peggy Freeland Suzy Gravlin Phil Griffith Jack Gyomory Teresa Haines Ken Hallock Bruce Hauxwell Denise Hawk Ken Heiden Lori Heim Loretta Heimes Lucy Herron Wanda Hirt Doriene Hobson Jim Hodgkinson Linda Hogan Russ Holcomb Mark Howell Helen Hudson Bob Hunter Bill Hutchinson Penny Jamison Denise Jocham Dan Johnson Annette Jolicouer Deb Jones Kathy Joseph Larry Judd Debbie Kearney 151 Tim Kelly Cindy Kirby Brian Klauka Cheryl Knox Kathy Knox Cheryl Koehler Laurine Kohler Wendy Kohler Lorraine Kreiner Phyllis Kreiner Arlene Lake Diane Laur Dan LaValley Faye Leffel Brenda Leonard Jim Lepor Kim Leschuk Jim MacNaughton Rod McDowell John McLaughlin 152 (OPPOSITE PAGE) TOP RIGHT: Puzzled by his mechanics drawing, Dennis Bell seeks assistance. BOT- TOM LEFT: The junior class goes all out to be number one. BOTTOM RIGHT: Phil Griffith working dili- gently on a Chemistry problem. (THIS PAGE) LEFT: Jim Palmerton listens intently to a fellow student during study hall. Dan Marshall Sally Martin Bill Meade Pat Medberry Ken Mersino Laura Miles Charles Miller Verna Miracle Maureen Mitchell Cindy Mobley Jeff Mohr Pam Morse Stephen Nellenbach Brian Nowicki John Obrzut Ron O'Neill Bill Orr Dan Oxyer Pam Parker Jim Palmerton Judy Pasternak Tom Peplinski Peggy Phipps Jill Porter Connie Powell Al Pratt Cynda Ragatz Darlene Ragatz Randy Rcpic Gail Reynolds Steve Richards Carol Root Kim Rose Nancy Rozanski Kathy Ruhlman Laurena Sanford Leonard Schank Andy Schlaud Steve Schlaud Jim Schmidt Jeanne Schmidtke Megan Schultz 153 RIGHT: English 11 keeps Pam Parker, Lisa Weingartz, and Vicki Batey busy all hour. FAR RIGHT: Lori Heim looks on as Connie Powell passes an orange to Jim Le- por during Homecoming activities day. BOTTOM RIGHT: A quiet Debbie Kearney watches the gym floor action. rroC i $ Mark Seelye Diane Sharp Jill Simmons Phyllis Simmons Cathy Sischo Lynda Smeznik Art Smith Laurel Smith Stan Solon Pat Southern Wayne Spencer Deb Spezia Bev Steensen Sherry Stephenson Fred Strich Brenda Stuewer Glenn Sutton Lisa Sutton Dale Swoffer Rick Swoish Dan Taylor John Thomas Terry Thompson Diane Truax Renee Truax Debbie Turton Marinea Ulin Terry Ulin Vicky VanWagnen Dan Walker Ken Walker Mary Walker Lisa Weingartz Steve Weingartz Karen Wheatley Martha Wheeler Sally Wilcox Ben Wolf Randy Woody Bob Zimmerman 155 COMMUNITY North Branch may be a small community, but it is a major source of support for NBHS activities. Without this support, our fund raising activities would have been complete failures. The community, too, offered a lot of moral support. Without The support of the local businessmen, this yearbook could not have been pub- lished. Scrimger's Florist 2268 N. Lapeer Rd. Lapeer 664-2604 Under New Management Pat and Doris Burke John Chase and Phil Pettibone watch how Scrimger's perpare their beautiful floral arrange- ments. PIONEER BANK OF NORTH BRANCH 4046 Huron St. 688-3600 Monica and Elise await the opening of the Pion- eer Bank so they can de- posit their checking ac- count money. BOB'S STANDARD STATION Atlas Tires and Batteries 688-3445 North Branch PEET'S PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY Always helpful, Bob Chase fills the Vet for Tom Rogers and Perry Turner. 158 Your Great Great Grandfather Traded At Orr's Hardware •Rumbing Supplies •Electric supplies •Sporting goods •Paint •Housewares Lumber •Plywood •Insulation •Doors-Windows •Truss rafters •Roofing-Fencing North Branch, Michigan 48461 D. P. SULLIVAN MOTOR CO. Buick Pontiac Opel Ph. 313 664-4566 5 55 Nepessing Street I apeer, Michigan GM SWOFFERS DELICATESSEN 173-W. Nepessing St. Lapeer, Mich. 664-5551 Congratulations Seniors STEPHENS WESTON SHOE STORE Shoes for the Entire Family “Congratulations Seniors MO-4-6531 Lapeer, Mich. ACHESON JEWELERS Diamonds — Watches Jewelry — Fine China Watch and fewelry R pair Since 1928 ►v .. 183 Nepessing Street Lapeer 664- 5902 Oxford Congratulations From JOHN'S COLOR T.V. (The Hapeer (Joimty Jress 'iuriiLargest Rural tt.eklv 1 Color TV Sales and Service TV Antennas 3528 N. Lapeer Rd Sawdust Corners 664 4881 69 West Nepessing 664-2961 W.J. BAIRD TOOL COMPANY DAVID B. SMITH C. AND L. GROCERv HARDWARE UNOCO 5757 Lapeer Rd. '0 Moto-Ski Snowmobile M-24 and Castle Road Fostoria, Michigan 160 NBHS STUDENT COUNCIL Congratulation Class of 75 Diane Laur participates in the student council sponsored homecoming pie eating contest. DICKERSON'S STORE Groceries Beer and Wine Take Out Packaged Ice Gifts and Novelties Closed Mondays 5967 N. Lapeer Rd. Phone 793-6208 North Branch Lounge WOLVERINE STATE BANK Beer — Wine Take-Outs Mixed Drink Short Orders 4331 Huron St. 688-9018 Terry Shaw and Steve Onuskanich pause after buying their lottery tickets at the lounge. Offices at Marlette — Peck Sandusky Complete Banking Service Marlette Office Drive in Banking Facilities 635-7455 Member F.D.I.C. Wolverine State Bank can help Luann Williams and Paul Potter plan their future financial needs. 161 FOSTER'S PLUMBING, HEATING AND WIRING NORTH BRANCH BAR AND GRILL North Branch 6793 Jefferson Road Phone 688-3121 RAY'S DEPT. STORE Since 1940 Clothes for All the Family Dry Goods — Furnishing — Shoes Phone 688-3560 4036 Huron FRED DeTAVERNIER SR. INSURANCE AGENCY Del's Sunoco and Del's Arrow 4021 Huron St. 688-3115 Mary DeTavernier assists Lorraine and Wendy Kohler with a few questions the girls have about insurance policies. 24 Hour Wrecker Service Repairs — Tires — Batteries 4000 Huron Street 688-2211 North Branch Mich. 793-4232 WALLY'S PARTY STORE 4054 Huron Street Congratulations Seniors 10 a.m. — 10 p.m. 162 BLACKBURN FUNERAL HOME DAVE HALL CHEVROLET NAN, BILL, AND STEVE FRICKE Phone 688-3232 or 688-3024 North Branch N. Van Dylce Marlet+e BERNARD KOHLER INSURANCE AGENCY Phone 688-3400 Complete Insurance Service North Branch Nancy Holder and Pete Potter admire a new Camero at Dave Hall Chevrolet. COUNTY WIDE REPAIR ON ALL BRANDS REFRIGERATORS - FREEZERS MILK COOLERS STORE EQUIPMENT AIR CONDITIONING 793-2555 LICENSED MEMBER OF REFRIGERATION SERVICE ENGINEERS SOCIETY SMITH REFRIGERATION 740 W. BARNES LAKE RD. COLUMBIAVILLE BEST OF LUCK SENIORS 163 K S FABRIC SHOP DICK COULTER'S INC. Allis Chalmers New Idea New Holland “Home of Fine Fabrics One Block South of Fire Hall Proprietors: Gertude E. Kimmel Gabrielle Swoish Phone 688-3082 6672 Lake Pleasant Road 4290 Banker St. Phone: North Branch 688-3518 LONG'S TRI-COUNTY GAS CO. TRI-COUNTY HOMES, INC. YAKE'S AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLY Automotive — Industrial Furniture and Appliance 517-635-6681 Marlette Mich. 4080 Huron Street North Branch, Mich. LEO YAKES — Owner Ph. 313 688-3050 FITCH MOTOR SALES NORTH BRANCH LAUNDRAMAT “Come Wash With Us 6779Lincoln Phone 688-9013 Cheryl Knox and Gary Woody admire the new models. Steve Joy and Ed Mayberry clean their dirtiest problems away. 164 CHASO-ROYCO CO. L. ST. Congratulations class of 75 CHEESE AND WINE PARTY STORE Hours Mon., Tues., Wed. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thurs., Fri., 'til 9 Sat. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m 2240 N. Lapeer Road 3 Miles No. Of Lapeer on M-24 (313)664-2271 Your family's shopping center 165 PERKINS FLOWERS When Boy Loves Girl That's His Business When Girl Loves Boy That's Her Business When They Both Love Flowers 195 W. Genesee (M-21) That's Our Business Lapeer, Michigan 323 (etlerson LAPEER MO 4-2923 With a friendly smile, North Branch alumnus and Big Boy wai- tress Marcia Czackowski takes an order for Dan Gibson and Denna Spencer. (HOMES INC.) Marlette, Mich. — Americus, Ga. Great Bend, Kan. — Lewistown, Pa. Hermiston, Ore. — Stratford, Ont. Walk In and Start LIVING!! BERTRAND ELLIOT'S PHOTOGRAPHY D AND C STORE INC. Quality at Reasonable Prices 4 E. Nepessing St. Lapeer Phone 664-6671 Courteous Efficient Service 148 West Nepessing Lapeer HILL-TOP GROCERY GENE and LINDA REAMER North Lapeer Road Groceries — Gas Mike DeWitte throws a strike ball at Lapeer's comfortable Con-E-Cin Lanes. Lapeer CON-E-CIN LANES 664-6851 McDonald's — Lapeer m McDonald’s 486 S. Main (M-24), Lapeer ABOVE: More than a hamburger or cool refreshment, McDonald's is also just a fun place according to Debbie Simmons, Melody Niamtu, Kay •- Suyama, Mary Peplinski, and Angie Czackowski. RIGHT: Lapeer McDon aid's is Kay's and Melody's kind of place. 'We Do It All For You' 167 Porter Heckman Heating Plumbing HOT WATER WARM AIR AND ELECTRIC HEATING Complete Installation Service On All Types Heating Equipment Dan Steenson and Craig Hicks find the Marlette Farmers Co-op Elevator Co. a good place to buy pet food. Marlette Farmer's Though Carol Hunt isn't sure how to solve her problem, Larry Porter offers a sure, helpful solution. Co-op Elevator Co. 608 N. Saginaw 664-8545 Marlette, Michigan 3346 Main Phone (517) 635-6911 Sutter's Recreation MARLETTE A W Drive-In and Restaurant For Carry Out Service Call 517 635-9451 2977 N. Main Marlette Connie Powell and Angie Primeau place their order for some delicious A W Chubby Chicken. Swimming-Pavilion Picnic and Play Area Hot Water and Flush Toilets 5 Miles West of North Branch 1601 Tozer Road 688-3761 In a very relaxing setting, Carl McMullen pauses to think about a pleasant swim at Sutters. 168 J.P. BURROUGHS SON, INC. AGRICULTURAL DIVISION Liquid Nitrogen Crains, Seeds, and Fertilizers Phone 688-3150 NORTH BRANCH GAS OIL CO-OP INC. MARATHON North Branch Phone 688-3100 Michigan FULLER-OERTEL CHEVROLET, INC. Just North of Lapeer Carol Hunt and Kevin Hicks admire the Monte Carlo, at Fuller-Oertel Chevrolet. 1640 North Lapeer Road (M-24) Phone 664-4571 Congratulations Class of 75 Act ive HOMES CORPORATION MAKLETTE. MICHIGAN 48453 169 % COULIERS SALES INC. NORTH BRANCH FOOD LOCKERS ¥ Congratulations Class of 75 688-3130 North Branch New Holland Sales Service Aggir ' Industrial Equipment • Rats Material Handling Lawn Carden Equipment Light Industrial Machines McCulloch Chain Saws j 664-3131 or 664-2272 1830 N. Lapeer Road — 2 miles north of M-21 on M-24 - J-Syj jm ( ' HANNA'S Iggf DAIRY QUEEN k1 UT ,0P TA5rt FOOD FOR M-24 Cones — Splits, Malts, Sundaes Sandwiches ELEANORS RESTAURANT “t % j Good Food and Ice Cream Prop. Phone ELEANOR BIERBUSSE 1 w p SAWDUST BAR 1 Beer Wine to Take Out I tt jl Paul D. Marsh, Prop. 3505 N. Lapeer Rd. Sawdust Corners LAPEER OFFICE SUPPLY CO. 55 w. Nepessing Lapeer, Mich. 48446 664-6321 Come In and See Us for Your Open House Announcements Thank you Notes Bridal Shower Invitations Wedding Invitations and Announcements Also School Supplies MOSHIER'S MARKET (SHEL ROSE MARY'S STYLE CENTER 3 Operators to Serve You Corner 16 Burnside and M-24 Beer — Wine — Meats Groceries — Stereo Tapes 6002 N. Lapeer Rd. r. bccomin hl % Styling and Sales [(JT;M] to you [♦?£$] 8:30 AM to 5 PM Closed Mondays Call 664-5421 170 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF LAPEER 8 Locations to Serve You Complete Bank Service Since 1856 Drive-In Branches 619 Franklin St. 450 N. Court St. 1789 W. Genesee St. 1990 N. Lapeer Rd. Main Office Hadley Office 664-2946 797-4700 CONGRATVLmOlVS . . . THE NEXT STEP IS UP TO YOU Metamora Office 678-2281 Dryden Office 796-2264 QtyJJii uieJitL KAitiu OM. ( olOmu xuu Congratulations — North Branch Seniors Village “Printing nipplp Diu. 1820 N. LAPEER ROAD - LA PE ER, MICHIGAN 48446 Printing Office Supplies Art Supplies Printing 664-2270 Office Supplies 664-1931 NORTH BRANCH EDUCATION ASSOC The United Teaching Profession RUTH FOX MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL 171 Phone 761-7474 JAMES E. REEHL Branch Manager FDiC Clifford Office of U(ing±.ton Stat£. ank Clifforo. Michigan 48727 — 325 E. IMLAY CITY ROAD, LAPEER PHONE 664-5983 Bring the family to see our FREE MOVIES — Laurel and Hardy, Three Stooges, Cartoons, and Sports Events DINE IN OR CARRY-OUT Mon. — Thurs. 11 A.M. to 2 A.M. Fri. Sat. 11 A.M. to 3 A.M. Sunday Noon to 2 A.M. John Chase and Phil Pettibone place their order for a delicious Lapeer Family Inn pizza. BERG Home Improvement PATRICK'S GENERAL STORE REMODELING ADDITONS Residential Building Recreational Rooms Kitchen Bathroom Remodeling LICENSED CONTRACTOR FREE ESTIMATES 688-2051 3924 Kings Mill Rd. North Branch Sue Milne and Penny Wilder find that it's very easy to admire a new home built by Berg Home Improvement Co. Beer —Wine and Groceries 9671 Main Street Clifford, Michigan Telephone 761-7255 Satisfying a sweet tooth is easy for Brent Wheeler and Jeff Schaller at Patrick's Store. 172 For the Finest in Lithography COLONIAL PRINTING CO. 67 Nepessing St. Lapeer, Michigan Phone 664-2969 With a friendly and helpful smile, Brian Kirby offers quick ser- vice at King's Mill Store. KINGS MILLGROCERY Groceries — Beer and Wine Take Out Fresh Sliced Lunch Meat Fresh Cheese Ice Cream Cones LES AND FAITH BOYNS Louis Goss finds Colonial Printing's convient downdown Lapeer location easy to find. 688-3409 CLOTHIERS CLIFFORD BAR Lk. Pleasant Rd. STANDARD OIL CO. 173 Time Certificates Savings Accounts Check Accounts Loans of All Types Safe Deposit Boxes Complete Trust Service Main 664-2977 Southgate 664-9986 South Main Street Elba 664-4555 M-21 at Elba Our Drive-In 664-2977 Pine-Clay Branch ISbT Aafieen 'BcuiA 7ru4t (?o. A locally owned bank For your convenience we collect Detroit Edison and Consumer Power bills. • No service charge on Personal Checking Accounts with balance of $300 or more. Senior Citizens and Churches - Free Accounts - MEMBER EDIC - YOUR DEPOSITS ARE NOW INSURED UP TO $40,000 by the FDIC JJrrsrrijitimtfl THE ADAMS APOTHEKESHOP 3960 Huron St. PRESCRIPTIONS 1254 N. MAIN ST. LAPEER, MICH. PHONE 664-4452 North Branch HI-WAY HOST MOTEL AND RESTAURANT COMPLETE INSURANCE SERVICE Ph. 688-3161 The Best in Sleep and Eats 7550 Van Dyke 5 Miles South of Marlette Phone (517) 635-6261 RAY and ELAINE MOTZ ATKINS INSURANCE AGENCY Main Street Plaza - Box 307 Marlette. Michigan 46453 L 174 CARRIE'S MARKET Cold Beer — Wine Lunch Meats — Groceries OPEN 8 to 10 —7 days YEARBOOK PATRONS 4794 N. Lapeer Road (M-24) Vi Mi. North of Blinker The Bronconian Staff Thanks You For Your Support WE AIM TO PLEASE Calvert Equipment Mr. Edward Case Mr. Mrs. Robert Nutt Miss Margaret Otto DICK COULTER'S INC. Allis Chalmers New Idea New Holland Mrs. Catherine Dobson Mr. David Dobson Mr. Mrs. Don Gleeson Mr. Mrs. Doug Gyomory Mr. Mrs. Frank Gyomory Hands Market Mr. Mrs. Chris Heimes Mr. Mrs. Robert Hilts Mr. Mrs. James Hogan Mrs. Sue Klauka Lapeer Hardware North Branch Music Dept. Jackie Peacock Mr. Mrs. Benny Peplinski Mr. Robert Perrigo Powell's Men Boy's Wear RJ's Lounge Ross Automotive Mr. Mrs. Lee Schleicher Mr. Don Smeznik Mr. Dave Snouffer Mr. Mrs. Robert Stuewer Mr. Mrs. Gilbert Trato Mr. Mrs. Richard Turner Mr. Mrs. Bob Zimmerman Phone 688-3082 6672 Lake Pleasant Road '5 Well, here it is — June 26,1975 — and this page brings to a close another BRONCONIAN — and another school year. Though this book lost more than 30 publisher production days — and may arrive more than a month late — because three deadlines were missed (one by more than 4 weeks), a special word of affection must be expressed to a dedicated few who plugged along until the job was done. A small group of guys in 2nd hour graphics made a good number of sports pages possible. A few members of both graphics classes gave unselfishly in order to help. And then there were three individuals whose tireless efforts allowed this book to be completed — Frank Gyomory, Kim Rose, and Dale Swoffer. What more can be said but thank you for caring enough BRONCONIAN STAFF Rhonda Barrett Sandy Brunett Brian Butler Cindy Crowe Frank Gyomory Lori Fteim Loretta Heimes Linda Hogan Deb Howard Greg McNish Jeff Mohr Dale Nutt Steve Onuskanich Bill Orr Paul Potter Pete Potter Kim Rose Jim Schmidt Debi Smith Dale Swoffer Martha Wheeler Gary Woody Randy Woody 17b