Oakridge High School - Warrior Yearbook (Oakridge, OR)

Text from Pages 1 - 76 of the 1954 volume:

Warrior I would like to express my appreciation to the members of the annual staff for their fine work, especially to those who worked so hard at the last of the school year in making this annual. I want to thank all the clubs and classes who sponsored a page and the businessmen who bought advertising Larry, I wish you all kinds of luck next year. MARLENE ELAM Editor OAKRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Oakridge, Oregon yt eclica lion The Oakridge Annual Staff of ’53 and ’54 dedicate this annual to Mrs. Harriett Munnick, teacher of math and science. Her sports- manship, sense of humor, and her untiring zeal for real scholar- ship have endeared her to her pupils and those who have entered the college halls from Oakridge High. She can always be depended upon to lend a helping hand. The students of Oakridge High will long remember Mrs. Munnick. Annual Staff The annual staff during the past year, as every year, put a lot of work into making the an- nual in remembrance of the past school year. The Juniors on the staff, selected by their class, worked willingly and readily learned to do their jobs well. They were elected by the staff to hold the following places, working under a senior. POSITION Editor Assistant Editor Business Manager Art Editor Class Editor Club Editor Sports Editor SENIOR Marlene Elam John Eshom Peggy Cole Morna Nation Don Hainer Glen Williams Paul Tuchardt JUNIOR Lorry Holl Nadine Spalinger Linda Bayes Sondra Erickson Peggy Carpenter . George Hole Bob Lane The high-light of the year was the day the Staff was excused from school to go to Eugene tc go through the plant of the Koke-Chapman Co., where the annual was printed. Mr Walter C. Christensen, Oakridge High School Principal, was responsible for the efficient system present in the high school. He was ad- visor of the student council as well as the individ- ual student and teachers' counselor. Through all his many and varied problems, he retained his serenity, poise and good nature. Durinq Mr Christensen's administration, O. H S. becaim n member of the N W. Section of Secondary and Higher Schools of Education He has a B.S. degree from Iowa and has attended the University of Oregon. Mr. Paul Elliot, Superintendent of Oakridge Public Schools for the second year, Vias made many improvements in the entire educational system. His Bachelor of Science degree is from Pa cific University; his M of Education from U. of O., and he has attended summer sessisons at both U. of O and O S. C. He was born in Indiana, coming, when young, with his father to Oregon. He has taught in Toledo and Roseburg. He knows the ins and outs of school administration and is known among Oregon's educators. Oakridge is proud of his interest in her schools. Faculty Standing, left: Miss Haldy, Mr. Cramer, Miss Renner, Mrs. Horms, Mr. O'Leory, Miss Smith, Mr. Christensen, Miss Gentle, Mr. Reeder, Mrs. Montgomery, Mrs. Borrcll, Mr. LaBonsky, Mrs. Cagle. Seated: Miss Rinord, Mrs Ramey, Mr. Seeley, Mrs. Munnick. Advisors Vivo Horms, I Mrs A M.) teacher of the sophomore and senior English and Latin, has always been willing to give extra time to help students who need and want it. Besides being senior class advisor ond annual staff sponsor, she directed the senior play. Mr John Seeley, a second year tcocher at O.H.S., taught American problems, world history ond world geography. His specialties in othletics were football and baseball. We werf very proud of his competent football team. He carried on classes with ease and efficiency and was the assistant senior odvisor. He is a graduate of Linficld College. Mr. Lclond Cromer has a Master's Degree in Education. His tcoching field in O.H.S. wos U. S. History, English, and speech. He was junior class advisor and H. Y. spon- sor. His fine junior play ond interest in the junior cornival are examples of his outstanding work. Doris Cagle (Mrs. K. L. received her B. S. from Linficld College, Oregon. She was hcod of the Business Depart- ment, teoching typing 1 and 2, shorthond, and book- keeping Her extra curricular activities were assistant ad- visor of the junior class and advisor of the Girls' league, of. which she hos been advisor for several years. Under her guidance the league is one of the most worthwhile clubs of the high school. Sophomore Advisors Mr. Daniel O'Leary, the smiling Irishman with a B.A. de- gree, is a product of North Idaho College of Education. Before coming to Oakridgc, Mr. O'Leary had taught two years at Mountain Home, Idaho. In Oakridgc he taught industrial orts, math, and mechanical drawing. He was a favorite with both students and faculty. Harriet Munnick Mrs. A. J.) has been at Oakridgc for ten years and is known as the efficient math and science teocher She is a graduate of the U. of 0. with B. S. and M. of Ed degrees This witty little teacher is co-advisor of the sophomore closs. Freshmen Advisors Miss Nancy Smith taught world geography and math her first year with us. She graduated from the U. of 0 and has a M. of Ed. degree. She was freshman class advisor and was very much interested in helping this class in their activities. In his second year at our school, Mr. Lee Reeder taught freshman moth, physical education, health, and driver's troining. The fine basketball squads have been under his direction. He works with all trock enthusiasts and is an inspiration to all his boys. His B S. is from Linficld College. Honor Society Advisor Miss Bobbie Rinard, teacher of Spanish, custodian of the library, and odvisor of the Honor Society, was graduated from the U. of 0. and has her B. A. and M. of Ed. degrees. This quiet and talented little woman has been with us three years. Band Mr. B E. LaBonsky has been with us for six years os band director. His B. S. comes from La Crosse S.F.C., Wis. He has developed on extensive instrumental pro- gram and is intensely interested in developing respon- sibility and citizenship in his pupils os well as teaching them music. Glee Ercle Ramey (Mrs. C. A.) after a Sabbatical leave, again taught music in our schools. This always pleasant and helpful teacher had the mixed chorus, girls' glee, and the music in junior high and grade schools. Her B E. is from the U. of 0. Hi-Breeze Advisor Miss Frederica Renner come to us from Spray, Oregon. She graduated from Montana University with a B A de- gree. She taught freshman and junior English and spon sored the Hi Breeze. Her ability to joke with students will be remembered by all. G. A. A. Advisor Miss Frances Haldy holds a B. S. from Linfield College. She has been three years in Oakridgc High School teach- ing physical education, health, and science ond advising G.A.A. Her humor ond friendliness made her well liked by everyone. Pep Club Advisor Nancy Barrell, I Mrs B D.i the ort and English teacher, was graduated from the U. of 0. with o B. S. degree. In her first year at O.H.S., she was Pep Club leader ond will be remembered for her sweet smile ond enthusiasm in her work. F. H. A. Advisor During her first year at O.H.S., Miss Anne Gentle taught biology and home economics. The yeor before, she was graduated from the U. of 0. with a B. S. degree. This attractive and very friendly teacher was the advisor of F.H.A. also. Office Dorothy Montgomery (Mrs. Robert wos the ever pleasant ond courteous secretary in the high school office. She was thoroughly efficient and helpful ond the students were very glad to sec her behind the secretarial desk. Front row: Velvo Sorensen, Pool Tuchordt, Morno Notion, Lorry Hall, Jim Hoynie, Glen Williams, Lola Rumelhart, Peggy Cole. Bock row: Don Hamer, Judy Tistodt, John Eshom, Dennis Spcllmirc, Jeonnette Humphrey, Roger Comcou. Bottom of pogc: Paul Tuchordt, Lorry Hall, Judy Tistodt, Marlene Elam STUDENT COUNCIL President Poul Tuchordt Secretary ...... Judy Tistodt Vice President Lorry Holl Treasurer Marlene Elam The Student Council membership is made up of all student body officers, rally queen, and club ond class presidents with M-r. Christensen as the advisor. Representatives were sent to the Student Council Convention held at Eugene High School on October 31. Don Hoiner, President of Honor Society and Hi-Y, Peggy Cole, President of Girls' League, ond Judy Tisdadt, Secretary of the Student Body, headed a panel discussion on the problems of a Student Council. This year an amendment was made to the Constitution of the Student Body to the effect that the rally squad members will be elected at the same time that the other student body officers ore elected instead of at the beginning of the school year. During the last month of school, student body elections were held. Next year's officers will be as follows: President Vice President John Shearer Bob Lane Rally Queen Secretary Pot Clifford Treasurer Peggy Carpenter Danielle Gerspach Rally Squad—Sandra Head, Mary Cross, Linda Bigger, Tamaris Rogers, Beverly Gillespie and Jane Wilson. SENIOR GIRLS Top row: Morno Notion, Joon Short, Bonny Jones, Dolores Cline.Second row: Noncy Spolingcr, Ruth Grohom, Gerol dine Sanders, Joyce Holl, Joon Brunson. Third row: Peggy Cole, Betty Frye, Pat Smith, Soro Cummins, Borboro Schmidt Bottom row: Ethel Toftdohl, Joanne Hoole, Marlene Elam, Jeon Stevens. C fciAi r In September of 1951 a group of disappointed students agoin entered the halls of the junior high These were the freshmen who, unhappily but cour- ageously were to spend another school year within the walls of the old grade school buiuding, newly turned junior high. Nevertheless, os ninth graders, there were certain jobs and traditions to be carried out, namely the painting of the O. The class was divided into two groups, 9A and 9B, each having different advisors and different class officers. Mr. Woodbury was advisor for 9A and Mr. Morris for 9B. The groups got together to elect Lois Beaty as their carnival princess. One year later, again rather fearfully, several varied characters entered the halls, this time the mighty halls of OHS, only to find that they, the sophisticated sophomores, were to be the low men on the Warriors’ totem pole Finding no freshmen to do the job, once more they trudged up the hill to paint the O. As the year progressed, the feors subsided and gradually, but steadily, the morale was built. Games were sold at, records bought and presented to the school, and other items of conquest were accomplished during the year. The officers elected for the class were: President, Paul Tuchardt; Vice- President, Joan Short; Secretary, Marlene Elam; Treasurer, Joan Brunson. Mrs. Cagle was the class advisor and Arbutus Rumelhart was elected carnival princess. With the bit in their mouth and the whip at their back, the new juniors jumped in head first and started the beginning of the year doing the many jobs of juniors The officers elected to lead through the year were: President, Glen Williams; Vice President, Don Walker; Secretary, Marlene Elam; Treasurer, Don Hainer. Mr. Cramer was the class advisor and Lorna Strawn was elected carnival princess. When the excitement of class rings wore off, Hillbilly Wedding” was chosen as the junior ploy and it wos a huge success. April 11 was the date of the carnival with the theme—Spring Festival. A new accomplishment was completed when the prom and the banquet were given on separate dates so that those not attending the prom could attend the banquet. Both were very successful. Bock again in September, this time as the chiefs and mighty braves of the Warrior tribe, the class entered the halls of OHS to become the Senior Class of 1954 The Senior Class officers were: Pdesident, Glen Williams; Vice President, Richard Svendsen; Secretary, Joanne Hoole; Treasurer, Jean Stevens. Mrs. Harms wos advisor with Mr. Seeley as co-advisor. Peggy Cole was elected carnival princess and was runner-up for queen. With the excitement and hurry-scurry of the taking of pictures, college visitations, visiting college promoters, and anticipating June 4th, the seniors were kept busy as never before. Then when senior play time rolled around, again everything was scrabble- scramble. The play chosen was Curtain Going Up '-a play about a'class presenting a play, along with the hardships and problems that arose as the night of the performance approached As the year drew to a close, the flutter of seniors grew even more, as a motto had to be chosen, announcements ordered, cap and gown measure- ments taken, ond the many other last minute plans made before commencement. The last week of school will be remembered by two-thirds of the class as the week in which their senior trip to Portland took place. On the day of June 1, they left at 4 o'clock in the morn- ing and returned the same time the next morning. Commencement was one of the most gala ones ever held in Oakridge. As the class walked out of OHS, many for the last time, one and all decided to Give to the world the best that you have and the best will come back to you.” SENIOR BOYS Top row: Koy Berry, Don Hoincr, Jerry Draper, Virgil Lee, Don Lindlond, Ted Weddell. Second row: Tom Zuvich, Pot Jones, Don Walker, Ken Kuchn, John Eshom Third row: Brion Neal, Richard Svendsen, Paul Tuchordt, Wesley Tiller, Glen Willioms, Kenneth Painter Bottom row: Gcrold Love, Bob Aslin, Bill C I, Robert Aslin, do bequeoth m}v joti manager of the football team to on® who wonts it fi. I, Kay Berry, do bequeath my worn cfu shoes to Lola Rumelhart because sha eq joys dancing on them more than I do. V __ I, Joan Brunson, do bequeath my hard earn- ed experience at babysitting, to my cousin, Judy Humphrey, who in a tew years may be badly in need of it. I, William Cash, do bequeath to Sharon Nunnally my ability to drive a 41 Chev- rolet. I, Dolores Cline, do bequeath my ability to take care of the band uniforms to Betty Parks. I, Peggy Cole, do bequeath my radiant per- sonality to whoever can find it. I, Sara Cummins, do bequeath my tiny feet to Mary Cross, who cannot afford to buy number twelves any longer. I, Jerry Draper, do bequeath my car to any- one who can make it run right. I, Marlene Elam, do bequeath my cooking ability to any girl who has the courage to keep from crying when she witnesses the results. I, John Eshom, do bequeath my ability to get along with everyone to anybody that can’t. I, Betty Frye, do bequeath my former long hair to Frank Vale. I, Ruth Graham, do bequeath my ability to have fun in 0. H. S. and my seat in American problems to someone who wants to learn. I, Don Hainer, do bequeoth my ability to ad-lib in oral talks to Bob Farrier I, Joyce Hall, do bequeath my quiet and dignified manners to Marlene Bedell. I, Jim Haynie, do bequeath mv tremendous build which was given to me by Lon Stiner to Ray Jones, in hopes that he will use it to help him run the mimeograph machine on next year's Hi-Breeze I, Fave Hilton, do bequeath my art abil- ity to anyone who might want it and to Claudell Rudder I leave my long finger nails. I, Joanne Hoole. do bequeath mv innocence as a preacher's kid to Ellen Foulk. I, Jeannette Humphrey, do bequeath my black hair and heighth to Peggy Carpen- ter. I, Bonnie Jones, do beaueath my ability to keep house to Mrs. Cagle. I, Pat Jones, do bequeath my nickname Tiaer” to Jerry Shorey in hopes that he will become a beast. I, Ken Kuehn, do bequeath my oratorical abilitv to Ray Freeman I, Viroil Lee do bequeath my mathematical brain to Ellis Toftdahl Lindland, do bequeath my dead pan nd masculine build to John Husser hopes that he might use it to woo e girls to as good an advantage as I. erald Love, do bequeath my hot-rodding ..nd Saturday nights to Bob Lane. , Morna Nation, do bequeath to Betty Eas- ley my gym socks, providing she has a washing machine. I, Brian Neal, do bequeath my ability to give oral talks to Gary Wells. I, Peggy Nelson, hereby bequeath all the fun I've had and enjoyed to any new per- son coming to O.H.S. I, Albert Oberfell, do bequeath my red hair and laziness in shop to Bob Dunning. I, Kenneth Painter, do bequeath my two- toned '54 Cadillac to Ted Handegard. I, Bettv Satterfield, do bequeath all my problems and worries of my '42 Stude- baker to Lola and Cecil Rumelhart and their '41 Studebaker. I, Barbara Schmidt, do bequeath my luck on making the honor roll to Carol Toft- dahl I, Joan Short, do bequeath mv ability to get alona with Mr. Seeley to Paula Jones. I, Pat Smith, do bequeath my long hair to Sally Little. I, Nancy Spalinger, do bequeath my driv- ing ability (jeep) to Judith Tistadt. I, Geraldine Rush, do bequeath my ability to give excellent oral talks to my sister, Helen Sanders. I, Wesley Tiller, do bequeath all my hand- someness and tremendous build to Mau- rice Comeau. I, Ethel Toftdahl, do bequeath my slim waistline to anyone who wants to go through the red tape. I, Paul Tuchardt, do bequeath my diplo- matic way of maneuvering out of Ameri- can problems to Dan Bolin and Doug Lo- gan, in hopes that they will become more accustomed to speaking before being spo- ken to. I, Donald Walker, do bequeath my grades in English to Nadine Spalinger. I, Ted Weddell, do bequeath my parking space to Dennis Spellmire ,who needs both his and mine in order to park his car. I also leave my gym locker to any- one who can get the silly thing open I, Glen Williams, being of sound mind and strong back, do bequeath the school house to the next big forest fire. I, Tomas Zuvich, being of an insane mind and unsound body, do bequeath to Kelly Beard the signature The Grr-ate-r-tist, to use on all assignments he hands in dur- ing art class. The year is 1970. The world is a busy place full of busy people Some of the busiest people are the seniors from the class of 1954, others of that class are still loafing Senator Paul Tuchardt has just requested free time on TV to onswci the charges mode by President Thomas Zuvich It seems there is some mis understanding about on editorial in the New York Times Editor Peggy Cole voiced her opinion of graft in the government and was answered by the President s aide, Pat Jones We don t know exactly how the senator became involved in this mess, but then senators have to have something to do Don Lindland has recently returned from Kay Berry's Dude Ranch where he was employed as a saddle horn inspector At the lyceum in Podunk one may hear lectures on diaheliotropic tenden cies by Jeannette Humphrey, problems of American government by Bonny Jones, how to properly weed a garden by Morna Nation, and the domestic habits of the chondroganoidea bv Gerald Love Glen Williams received a patent for his newly developed magnet which picks up cigarette butts. Recently returned from the Paris fashion shows are Richard Svendsen, Wesley Tiller, Virgil Lee, and Ken Kuehn, who are America's famous de signers of women's clothes At last! The two minute mile was run today by Bob Aslin Also in the Olympics were Bill Cash, who threw the discus 237 feet for fifth place, Do lores Cline, who won the women's diving championship, Donald Walker, who didn t have the good fortune to place in the running events Ted Weddell, who is ploying left tackle for the L A Rams, has |ust been elected to the All-Pro team along with teammates Ken Painter and Albert Oberfell Jim Hayme was chosen as the outstanding waterboy of the year. He will be presented a silver plated water bucket tonight by Joan Short, that famous movie star from the M G M studio A new kind of hound dog has just been develooed by Brian Neal, the great dogologist The dog, which he has been working on for the last 20 years, has eight legs and an electronic nose Joyce Hall recently received her brownie button for being secretary for 15 yeors to Faye Hilton, attorney at law Barabra Schmidt and Geraldine Sanders have just volunteered to be the first women to ride upside down and backwards on a wild rhinoceros The team of Draper and Frye have just signed a contract to ride their unicycles at the Hoi lywood Bowl. They will be accompanied to Hollywood by chaperones Marlene Elam and Pat Smith John Eshom has been doing quite well lately He is now co-starring in that great picture The Life of Woody Woodpecker The newest thing in clothes is the proforagorational dress It changes color to harmonize with the weather It was invented by Don Hainer and tested for him by Sara Cummins Because of ill health, Joan Brunson ond Jean Stevens have moved to Upper Svengalia They were welcomed by Peggy Nelson, the newly-elected governor Nancy Spalinger has just been chosen by the J P Do-Little Leather Co to model a new type of glass shoe Betty Satterfield has just been voted by the Space Patrol as The girl they would most like to be marooned in space with New members of the O H S faculty are Joanne Hoole, who teaches shop, and Ethel Toft dahl, who teaches American Problems Also employed by O H S. is Ruth Graham, serving as vice president in charge of the pencil sharpeners Authors' names withheld September 5 Oakridge travels to jamboree against Junction City, 0-0 8 Another school year storts 10—First Student Body Assembly 12—First home football gome Warriors beat Columbia Prep, 26-12. 17 Football Demonstration Assembly 18—Girls’ League Initiation. 18- Oakridge travels to Creswell, 26-12 22—G A A swimming party at McCre- die Springs 25 Oakridge goes to Civic Stadium to beat St Francis, 7-3. October 2 Oakridge beats Pleasant Hill, there, 26-0 6 Girls' League sponsors Talent Show 9 Warriors thrash Elmira, here, 45-6 9—Homecoming Dance 1 3—Band sponsors assembly. § 16—Warriors whip Junction City, Ftere, 20-6. 16—Don Comfort and his accordion INSA). 24— Oakridge travels to Civic Stadium to beat Willamette, 32-13 27—Girls' League Mothers' Tea 30— Drain beats Oakridge, here, 14-12 31— Student Council Convention at Eu gene High. November 3—G A A Initiation 6—-Oakridge ends football season with win over Madras, 31-0 10—Open House for National Education . Week 14—Tree Planting Day 23—Freshman Thanksgiving Party 25— G-Man Assembly (NSAi 25—VO Initiation £ m {) Front row: Bob Whitccliff, Poul Tuchordt, Jim Haynie, Romon Flondcrs, John SHcorer, Jerry Draper, Glen Willioms. Second row: Duahne Hendrickson, John Eshom, George Clark, Don Lindlond, Wayne Clark, Berteon Stoneburg, Jim Wiser, Richard Svendsen Third row: Dennis DcHarpport, Pot Jones, Virgil Lee, Mike Nelson, George Clark, Allan Bradshaw, Maurice Comcau, Gary Wells, Thco John son. Fourth row: Roger Farrier, Leonard Terrill, Charles Tistodt, Kenny Spencer, Dick Stecdly, Larry Hall, Bob Lane, Roy Feeman, Larry Tunncll, Jerry Shorey. FOOTBALL Oakridge again was the bridesmaid in football this past year. The Warriors finished the season, for the third consecu- tive year, with an 8-1 record, the best in the county. The one loss was a 14-12 deflect at the hands of Drain, who won the 5A-2 title. The Warriors outscored their opponents 236-60. Halfback Bob Lane and Tackle Paul Tuchardt were selected to the all- district squad. Lane being unanimous and Tuchardt missing it by one vote. George Clark, Glen Williams, John Shearer and Jim Haynie were selected on the second all-district team, while Bob Whitecliff was given honorable mention. This year's team gained 3323 yards. Bob Lane getting 1 182 of them for 9.1 yards per carry; George Clark, 767 yards with a 6.1 yards per carry and Gary Wells with 595 yards for a 6.9 per carry. Lane was high scorer for both team and district. John Eshom, connecting with passes to Glen Williams, accounted for 48 points. Some of the team’s outstanding performers were: Dick Svendsen, Pat Jones, Jim Haynie, Don Lindland, John Eshom, Jerry Draper, Glen Williams, Bob Lane, Paul Tuchardt, George Clark and Virgil Lee. J. V. FOOTBALL Oakridge s Little Warriors” had a very successful season outside of the win loss record (0-3). There was a tremendous turnout and many boys learned a lot of good fundamental foot- ball under the supervision of Dan O’Leary. The squad started slow but improved rapidly as some of the boys were moved up to the varsity squad before the season ended. This is the J.V. orogram’s second year at Oakridge. Front row: Mr. O'Leary, Thco Johnson, Jackie Wells, Leonard Terrill, Mike Nelson, George Hole, Dennis DeHarrport, David Kocer, Buddy Long, Randy Thomason, Gory Oman. Second row: James Love, Roger Farrier, Bob Dunning, Arnold Lambert Homer Word, Leroy Olson, Bill Cummins, Errol Montgomery, Bcrteon Stoncburg. Third row: Howard Lafferty, Allan Brad- show, Peter Hcidrich, Kenny Spencer, Bob Nunnally, Danny Jones, Roger Comcau, Mourice Comeau. Bock row: Jerry Schmidt, Duahne Hendrickson, Lorry Tunnell, Chorles Tistodt, Jerry Shorey, Lorren Weaver, Stephen Eager. DE FEN5 E and EIMDER MEM 'o Front Row: Lelond Cromer, Evelyn Hiatt, Peggy Carpenter, Donny Bolin, Dennis Spcllmire, Doug Logan, Sondra Erickson, Stella Tucker. Second Row: John Gombert, Joe Ferrier, Frank Vale, Loretta Walker, Donna Foust, Diane Dooley, Lorry Holl, Ellis Toftdohl, Bill Hall. Back Row: Judith Tisdodt, Betty Parks,AI Bristow, Bob Whitccliff, Jerry Clark, Nadine Spalinger, Sharon Lause. JUNIORS President—Dennis Spellmire. Secretory—Linda Bayes. Vice President—George Hale. Treasurer—Peggy Corpcnter. Advisprs—Mr. Cramer and Mrs. Cogle. Junior Play—''Carnival Queen”—December 4th Class rings—December 9th Junior Carnival— Anchors Aweigh”—Marilyn Roach, Junior, Carnival Queen Jr. and Sr. Banquet— Oriental Gardens”—May 8th Jr. and Sr. Prom— Some Enchanted Evening”—May 15th Front Row: Jerry Shorey, Bob Farrier, Betti Easley, George Hale, Paula Jones, Raymond Jones, Marilyn Roach, Ruth Davis. Second Row: Sally Little, Donna Graham, Terry Clark, Ted Handcgard, Bob Lane, Jerry Skaife, Phil Shroeder, Gory Wells, Jack Clifford. Bock Row: Millie Tonkovich, John Shearer, Ramon Flanders, Larry Spencer, Roger Reynolds, Mayre Lee Lafferty. Front Row: Mourice Comeou, John Lundbcrg, Bob Nunnolly, William Nation, Melvin Williams. Second Row: Mr. O'Leary, Mrs. Munnick, Lavon Klohn, Iona Ely, Sharon Compbell, Shcrron Helms, Claudcll Rudder, John Cash, Mary Ann Hale, Lola Rumel- hort Third Row: Bob Swank, Donny Von Kcuren, Donna Ensminger, Carolyn Henderson, Kothleen Lougheed, Rona Hawes, Morlcne Bedell, Borbara Simington Ridge, Bob Dunning, Cecil Rumelhort. Back Row: Keith Nichols, Mason Williams, Phyllis Wilson, Jeon Obcrfell, Joyce Foust, Howard Lofferty, Wayne Clark, Berteon Stoneburg, Kenny Spencer, Robert Fleming, Jon Husser, Homer Ward. Inset: Cecil Rumlhart. SOPHOMORES President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Advisors Cecil Rumelhort Larry Tunnell Judy Humphrey Bob Dunning Mrs. Minnick ond Mr. O'Leory The sophomores combined several activities with their classes and the results were a very successful year. They sternly guided the freshmen through the initiations, gave a combined par- ty and dance for them, and sold at a basketball game. To cap an almost perfect year, the sophomores decorated the gymnasium for commence- ment. Above: Lorry Tunnell, Judy Humphrey, Bob Dunning. Front Row: Dennis Weldon, Dennis Deharpport, Winfield Schoolcraft, Don Collins, Norman McClure. Second Row: Marietta Teeters, Corol Wojcik, Judy Humphrey, Annetta Amcrson, Roberta Ko- kotan, Beverly Jones, Helen Sanders, Ellen Foulk, Carolyn Harris, Donna Hawthorne. Third Row: John Westling, Gene God- sey, Shirley Dilworth, Rose Metiker, Betty Shank, Carol Toftdahl,, Sandra Ashcroft, Detto Harrison, Kathleen Ellis, Duahne Hen- drickson. Bock Row: Kenneth Clark, John Handcgard, Donielle Gerspach, Margaret Tuchardt, Joan Phillips, Sandra Head, Larry Tunnell, Lawrence Hompton, Arnold Lambert. Jerry Schmidt Front Row: Allen Hammond, Danny Jones, Eddie Anderson, Leonord Terrill, David Dunahay. Second Row: Pot Jowers, Jomes Cottengim, Ronna Ordway, Roberta Godsey, Lorainc Cline, Sandra Ferrier, Tomoris Rogers, Jnicc Estes, Jone Wilson, Danny Graham, Allen Bradshaw. Third Row: Helene Handley, Linda Bigger Pot Clifford, Roger Comcou, Jackie Wells, Morgan Smith, Ron Nixon, Rajean Looney, Betty Toylor, Jean Taylor, Sharon Taylor, Pot Honell. Back Row: Mr. Reeder, Vernon Reece, Mike Nelson, Morris Hoskett, Dean Halstead, Marvin Johnson, Errol Montgomery, David Kocer, Dick Barber, Gwen Anderson. FRESHMEN President Vice President Secretary-Treasurer Advisors Roger Comeau Buddy Long Pot Clifford Miss Smith and Mr. Reeder Freshmen: the wee-little ones of the OHS halls; the ones who do many of the undesirable tasks and are the victims of the jokesters. A brave group indeed is the one that can take all this, paint the O, go through initiations, and come up smiling. The class sold at games and sponsored a dance after one of them. They ended up the year by decorating the gym for baccalaureate. Front Row: Peter Heidrich, Gory Safley, Williom Cummins, Doyle Parks, Clifford Himmel Second Row: Miss Smith, Gordon Simpson, Barbara Hilton, Lavonnc Jones, Dario Logan, Loretta Farmer, Frances Farmer, Patsy Smith, Solly Carnes, Lottie Sarvinski, Delbert Boird, Lorren Weaver. Third Row: Mary Satterfield, David Long, Jim Macdonald, Ronald Most, Stephen Eager, Joon Afdohl, Goil Houghland, Doris Pilaczynski, Mamie Nelson, Ouido Owens, Dick McCoy. Bock Row: Jacqueline Higgins, Judy Baxter, Gene Cutsforth, Mclvon Bonhom, Roger Sassman, Jim Love, Marcella Gombert, Edith Steedly, Carolyn Roach, Charles Tisdodt, Gory Oman. AC m wes Front Row. Lorry Hall, Donald Walker, Vclvo Sorensen, Betty Parks, Sandro Ashcroft, Dolores Cline, Petto Hornson, Kenneth Holmes Shoron Compbell, Errol Montgomery, Morlenc Bedell, Jim Hoynic. Second Row: Joon Pokorney, Pot Honcll, Corol cl it t, °n° Ely' Joan Short' Joonnc Hoole, Joon Brunson,Perkins, Loretta Former, Beverly Jones, Gory Sofley, Richard Sc Ethel Toftdohl, Corol Wojcik Third Row: Jerry Dropcr, Richard Svendsen, Wayne Clark, Pot Jones, Roger Comeou, Jock Wells, Dean Holsteod, Virgil Edwords, Eddie Hebert, Donny Von Kurcn, Jerry Montgomery, Winfield Schoolcroff, Douglos Logon Judy Humphcry. Fourth Row: Bill Cosh, Wesley Tiller, Jim Cottcnjim, Bcrtcon Stonebcrg, Virgil Lee, Bill Cummins, Jim Williams, somon Flondcrs, John Handcgord, Dick Barber, Dennis Weldon, David Koocr, Don Lindlond. Back Row Betti Eosley Lindo Jigger, Joyce Hall, Sondro Erickson, David Dunohay, Gory Wells, Doyle Porks, Lovon Klohn, Joon Cosh, Mr. LoBonsky.' The band boasted a total of 62 membership. Under the direction of Mr. LaBansky the group soon had the annual Christmas concert underway, which was presented to the public De cember 23rd. For entertainment during the home footboll games, the bond performed on the field as a marching unit. As usual, the annual picnic at the cosat was enjoyed. Literally pounds and pounds of food are always consumed, and football, baseball, swimming and surf jumping are participated in Sunburn, sore muscles, and tired muscles are the trophies of the day. On May 7, the public enjoyed the spring concert and basket social which the band gives every year. The basket social netted $93.00. This money is to be used for band material to further any music appreciation. May 21, with 15 other Oregon bands, O. H.S. took part in the Jamboree held in Eugene—a concert in the Eugene park and mass group participation at Civic Stadium. Our band finished its sucessful year of performance by playing the traditional march for senior commencement. The 22 graduating members have left a noticeable void in the band's ranks, but recruits in the on-coming years will fill the vacancies. Front Row Lorry Holl, Gory Soflcy, Linda Bigger, Betty Porks, Mr LaBansky, Pot Hancll, Errol Montgomery, Shoron Campbell, Morlcnc Bedell Second Row: Jerry Proper, Pot Jones, Roger Comcau, Jock Wells, Dcon Holstod, Jerry Montgomery, Eddie Herbert, Joon Short, Joanne Hoolc, Joan Brunson Third Row: Bill Cosh, Wesley Tiller, Virgil Lee, Bill Cummins, Dick Barber David Koccr, Dennis Weldon, Dan Von Kuren. Back Row: Sondro Erickson, Lavon Klohn, Joon Cosh. The Pep Bond, under the direction of Mr. LaBansky, was active only during basketball sea- son as the whole band performed on the football field. This small select group played a selec- tion of peppy marches during all home games and then travelled with the other members of the large band to the district basketball tournament at Eugene. GIRLS' GLEE The Girls' Glee was very active this year under the direction of Mrs. Ramey. Besides singing for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and in the spring of the year, two special groups were organized One group made up of Glee girls alone was called the Ninth Grade Nine Plus One. These girls were Janice Estes, Doris Pilaczynski, Ouida Owens, Tamaris Riqers, Lavonne Jones, LaVon Cline, Judy Baxter, Helene Handley, Pat Clifford, and Pat Jowers A Triple Trio was made up of 5 girls from Glee and 4 g;r!s from chorus. These girls were Dolores Cline, Velvo Sorenson, Diane Dooley, Joan Short, Marlene Elam, Jean Stevens, Sara Cummins, Joan Brunson, and Donna Hawthorne The school year ended with 31 girls belonging to Glee. There were 16 sopranos, 7 second sopranos, and 8 altos. The music department had a very successful year. Front row: Mrs. Ramey, Dolores Cline, Betty Eosley, Jonice Estes, Doris Pilociynski, Ouida Owens Mary Anne Hole Carolyn Harris, Tamaris Rogers. Second row: Mayre Lee Lolfcrty, Sherron Helms, Kathleen Loughccd, Cloudell Rudder, Geraldine Sanders Carol Toftdohl, Lorraine Cline, Judy Baxter, Lavonne Jones, Donna Hawthorne. Third row: Danielle Gerspoch, Joon Short, Donna Grahom, Peggy Nelson, Jean Stevens, Corolyn Henderson, Ruth Sutton Dovis, Borbaro Simmgton Ridge, Donno Ensminger Back row: Helene Hondley, Pot Clifford, Solly Little, Jeon Obcrfcll, Gwen Anderson. Front Row: Mrs. Romcy, Shcrron Helms, Vclvo Sorensen, Rono Howes, Peggy Carpenter, Paulo Jones, Judy Humphrey, Beverly Jones, Donno Howthornc, Carolyn Harris. Second Row: Stello Tucker, Claudcll Rudder, Lolo Rumclhort, Iona Ely, Geraldine Sanders, Diane Dooley, Joan Phillips, Roberta Kokoton, Joan Brunson, Sondra Fcrricr. Third Row: Ruth Sutton Davis, Sharon Toylor, Betty Taylor, Bonny Jones, Sandra Hcod, Soro Cummins, Phyllis Wilson, Betty Satterfield, Carolyn Henderson. Fourth Row: Jerry Draper, Richord Svendsen, Bob Lane, Roy Freeman, Don Lindland, Pat Jones, George Hole Gory Oman, Peter Hcidrich. Back Row John Gombort, Phil Schrocder, Frank Vale, Roger Reynolds, Ramon Flanders, Jerry Skaife, Leroy Obcrfell, Kenneth Pointer, Bill Cash, Homer Ward, Bill Hall, Brion Neal, Winfield Schoolcroft. oruS The chorus, having 56 members at the beginning of the school year, had 50 members at the close of the year There were 16 sopranos, 12 altos, 12 tenors ond 10 basses. A Christmas concert was given by the music department in which the chorus took part. The Spring concert was given by the chorus and glee with several smaller groups taking part. Velvo Sorensen, a member of the chorus, had a solo part. A small group of boys, called the double quartet, was made up of chorus members. These boys sang at various occasions and at the local talent show. They were: Don Lindland, Ken Painter, Ray Freeman, Bob Lane, Bill Cash, Pat Jones, Jerry Draper and John Odle. Under the direction of Mrs. Ramey, the chorus had a very wonderful year. Front Row: Nancy Spalingcr, Joyce Hall, Beverly Gillespie, Peggy Cole, Betty Frye. Second Row: Ted Weddell, Miss Renner, Raymond Jones. J4i£„m The school paper, the Ridge Hi-Breeze, consisted of nine members, five seniors and four juniors. A new advisor, Miss Freda Renner, instructed the class. Because of the new Westfir high school, it was not certain whether Raymond Jones would be editor next year, since he might attend that school. Last year the Hi-Breeze was limited to four pages, except for special editions, and was issued weekly. Editor . Peggy Cole Assistant Editor Raymond Jones Art Editor Betty Easley Sports Editor..................................... Ted Weddell Reporters Betty Frye, Nancy Spalingcr, Joyce Hall, Stella Tucker and Beverly Gillespie Lo nber of n1 U 2 1 fenaar i Ls 1 i b 1 , “ i December 1—Oakridge beats Pleasant Hill in first basketball game, 62-59 3—Junior class play— The Cannibal Queen 8—Oakridge travels to Pleasant Hill Win 80-76 10—F.H A candlelight initiation I 1—Ookridge downs Crater High here, 48-46 12—Oakridge defeats Crater High here, 55-37 18—Warriors trovel to Elmira, win 81-58 21— Band and Choral Christmas Concert for Student Body 22— Oakridge beats Creswell here, 66-38 23— Band and Choral Christmas Concert for public 24— Christmas Vacation 19—Oakridge beats Creswell, here, 66-60 22— Willamette downs Warriors here, 62-56 23— Girls' League semi: Winter Reign 25—Warriors beat Springfield there 70-63 29— Junction beats Warriors there, 65-57 30— G.A.A Ploy Day at Creswell February 2—Oakridge beats Elmira here, 52-41 5—Eugene beats Warriors there, 90-60 9—Warriors down Cottage Grove here, 75-55 13—VO Sweethearts' Ball: Queen Mary Cross 15— National School Assembly: Electricity 16— Warriors beat Springfield here, 70-52 19—Willamette upsets Oakridge, 63-59 23—Oakrdige downs St. Francis there, 68-48 January I—Happy New Year! 3—Back to School 5— Oakridge beats Creswell, 66-38 6— Warriors beat St Francis, 36-31 9—Warriors travel to Linfield to lose, 50- 46 12—Warriors lose to Cottage Grove, there, 51- 59 14—Speech Play Assembly: He Tried with His Boots On 1 5—Warriors lose to Eugene, there, 68-60 24—March of Dimes basketball game 26— Oakridge beats Junction City here, 66-44 27— Oakridge beots Cottage Grove at Eu- gene to enter tournament, 75-61 March 1— Oakridge loses first tournament game to Eugene, 85-56 2— Oakridge beats Creswell, 67-51 5—-Oakridge beats Willamette, 76-56 8—Oakridge beaten by Eugene in final game, 72-61 Front Row: Bob Lone, John Shearer, Glen Williams, Paul Tuchardt, Don Walker, Wayne Clark.Second Row: Arnold Lombert, Don Lindland, Jim Haynie, Richord S.vcndscn, Bob Whitccliff, John Eshom, Gory Wells. Back Row: Dcon Halstead, Mr. Lee Reeder. Inset: Mr. Reeder. For two years Oakridge has finished each season as runner-up to Eugene in the District Bas ketball Tournament. This last year saw 18 wins and 9 losses. In this season it was a back-from the-wall surge from fifth place to third place in district standing which qualified the team for the tournament. The deciding game for the Warriors tournament chances was won against Cottage Grove on the Eugene High gym floor. J First Row: Alton Bradshaw, David Kocer, Kenny Spencer, Roger Reynolds, Howard Lofferty, Woync Clork. Bob Dun ning, Mr. John Seeley. Second Row: Lorren Weaver, Morgan Smith, Danny Jones, Mike Nclscn, Leonord Terrill, Arnold Lambert, Doug Logan. J. V. BASKETBALL The JurtiQr Varsity Basketball squad enjoyed one of its most successful seasons this year with 14 wins and 7 losses. Roger Reynolds paced the team scoring and also broke a single game scoring record with a 26-point performance. John Seeley, the coach, had much credit due him for his fine work with the “Little Warriors.” ScluJ D own Jeatn This initial year for the High School Town Team was not a successful one, although a lot of good basketball was played by the team members. „■ The season's record ended with 2 wins and 13 losses. Dan O'Leary did a fine job with what “eager material he had on hand. The team won the sportsmanship award. Front Row: Bill Cosh, Pot Jones, Romon Flanders, Wes Tiller, Jon Husscr. Bock Row: Coach Mr. O'Leary, Jerry Shorey, Cecil Rumclhort, George Hole. Front Row Monlyn Rooch, Donno Foust, Evelyn H.ott, Sondro Enckson Peggy Corpenter, O.one Dooley Cromer Shoron Louse, Judy Tlsdodt, Betty Porks, Millie Tonkov.ch, Nod.ne Spolmger Dennis Spcllrmrc Hole. Lorry Holl, Bob WhitecliH, Lorry Spencer, Romon Flondcrs, Roger Reynolds, Jerry ikoite. Second Row: Mr. Back Row: George 3 unior The Cannibal Queen,” under the direction of Mr. Pat Cramer, was presented by the junior closs December 4, 1954. The story was about a newspaper editor who tried to prove to his boss that he could write a good story ond about a young actress who tried to prove to her director that she could act. When she was asked to portray a cannibal queen, things started happening, especially when the real cannibal queen showed up When the queen was asked to demonstrate her power of making rain and other powers, it odded to the delightful surprises of the story. This fine play was different in plot and characters from the usual high school play. The en- tire cast is to be commended for its fine performance. The cast members were. Brenda Day, Linda Bayes; Ju-Ju, Marilyn Roach, Lucious Long, Roger Reynolds; Allen Kent, George Hale; Eugenia Sherwood, .Sondro Enckson; Daisy Mae Com- fort Millicent Tonkovich; Professor Cornelius Kent, Jerry Skoife, Julia Boyd Peggy Carpenter, Robert Fremont, Dennis Spellmire, Mary Fremont, Nadine Spalinger; Bruce Clyde, Larry Spen- cer- Martha Craig, Judith Tistadt; Mildred Wade, Donna Foust. LAWRENCE B. COOK Chevron Station Gasoline Tires Tubes Batteries 1st Oak Oakridge, Ore. KROPF LUMBER CO. Dutch Boy Points Building Materials Phone 2-0673 Oakridge JIM'S SHELL SERVICE Tires — Batteries Wheel Balancing Brake Service Nylon Tires by Goodyear S. H. BROUSSARD jeweler Phone 2-1161 Oakridge Phone 2-0681 Oakridge, Ore. Everything for the SPORTSMAN at TEMPLES SPORTING GOODS Johnson Motors Hwy. 58 Phone 2-03 1 Eat ENGLES RICHMAID ICE CREAM It's Good Good Wishes to OAKRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL from KOCER’S FURNITURE STORE WALLY RAY Chevron Station Heating Oil Co. Phone 2 0513 Oakridge, Ore. HI TT Front Row: Joon Brunson, Dolores Cline, Poulo Jones, Peggy Car- penter, Jeon Stevens, Sondro Erickson.Second Row: Nadine Spalingcr, Betty Porks, Judy Tisdadt, Morna Notion, Bonny Jones, Diane Dooley, Joanne Hoole, Miss Rinord. Third Row: Peggy Cole, Don Horner, John Shearer, Jim Haynie, Don Lindland, Joon Short. I i Jronor Honor Society! The most select group in school! The cream of the crop; roses among the thorns; oil of these phrases ore in accordance in naming these members. The members of Honor Society are those students who ore in the Junior or Senior classes and have had a 1.7 grade average on their report card for two nine week periods in succession. The students, after having received a 1.7 average twice on their cards, are entitled to join Honor Society. The deciding factors in the judging are leadership, scholarship, citizenship, and the students sense of moral values. Creating an enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulating a desire to render service, promoting leadership, and developing character in the students are the main purposes of the society. President Don Haincr Vice President Jim Haynie Secretory Dolores Cline Treasurer Joon Short The Worthy Advisor of the society wos Miss Barbora Rinord jZVJST RMKrY lait' l0fl,0.Ely' Velv0 Sorcnsen- L°'® Klohn. Jane WMson Joan Cosh, 8orboro Schmidt. Second Row. Miss Gentle, Jeon Oberfell Carolvn HrnHrrtnn' Bonny Jones. Pat Sm.th, Jeon Stevens. Ronna Ordwoy. lT«„ £ Evelyn HioVt F°U$f' C°r01 T° fdohl' Jeonnc,t ! Humphry, Ethel Toftdohl, Pc99y Cole, 3. JJ. _A The Future Homemakers of America is a club composed of chartered state associations, which in turn are made up of chapters in junior and senior high schools offering homemaking classes. In the club are four Degrees of Achievement which may be earned by service, each be- ing presented by a different symbol. The distinguishing colors are red and white and the favorite flower is the red rose. The em- blem of F.H.A. is octagonal in shape and bears the name Future Homemakers of America on it plus the motto, Toward New Horizons.” In the center is a house supported by two hands which symbolizes that the future homes of America are in the hands of its youth. The officers of Oakridge Chapter were: President Velvo Sorensen Vice President Pot Smith Trcosurer Ethel Toftdohl Advisor Miss Anne Gentle In September the Girls’ League started a busy year with their initiation of new members and installation of officers. Peggy Cole was installed as president, Morna Nation as vice president, Paula Jones as secretary, Joyce Hall as treasurer, Marlene Elam as personal advisor, and Donna Hawthorne as scrapbook chairman. Since the club is mainly one of service, each month the girls did a good deed to help others. Some of the outstanding Deeds of the Month were: The Thanksgiving Basket, Christ- mas toys for orphans, and Valentine cookies for the crippled Children's Home in Eugene. The following are some of the club’s activities for the past year. The Mothers’ Tea was held in the social room and decorated for Halloween. The semi-formal dance was held in January. The theme was Winter Reign” and Larry Hall was elected King Winter by the members of Girls' League. A talent show sponsored by the League was held for the student body. Winners were Son- dra Erickson, Judy Humphrey and Beverly Jones, and Mayre Lee Lafferty. The last big event of the year for Girls’ League was the Farewell to Basketball dance. Under the supervision of Mrs. Cagle, the club enjoyed a very successful year. Front Row: Donno Hawthorne, Velvo Sorensen, Ronna Ordway, Rajcan Looney, Detto Horrison, Pat Clifford, Helene Handley, Shoron Louse, Nancy Spolingcr, Millie Tonkovich, Nadine Spalinger. Second Row: Dolores Cline, Betty Easley, Loretta Former Lovon Klohn, Joon Cosh, Poulo Jones, Lottie Sarvinski, Beverly Jones, Judy Humphrey, Corol Wojcik, Janice Estes, Tomori's Rogers, Doris Pilaczynski, Lola Rumclhart. Third Row: Betty Frye, Ruth Sutton Dovis, Pot Smith, Momie Nelson, Ouido Owens, Shoron Toylor, Betty Toylor, Donno Foust, Evelyn Hiott, Darla Logon, Jone Wilson, Joan Brunson, Peggy Carpenter, Marilyn Rooch. Bock Row: Loretta Walker, Jeon Oberfcll, Margaret Tuchordt, Ruth Groham, Morno Notion, Betty Porks, Judy Tistodt, Joon Short, Joanne Hoolc Joyce Holl, Ethel Toftdahl, Moyre Lee Lofferty, Jeanette Humphrey, Bonny Jones, Judy'Baiter, Diane Dooley, Peggy Cole. Front Row Don Hoiner, Williom Notion. Bob Nunnolly. Bob Forrier, Roymond Jones, Wesley Tiller, Second Row: Lorry Holil, George Clork, Virgil Lee, Ken Kuehn, Don Lindlond. Third Row: Mr. Cromer, Bob Lone, Roy Frcemon, Pot Jones, Jim Hoynie, Don Wolkor. President Do Hoiner Vice President Lorry Holl Secretary-Treasurer Ken Kuehn Chaploin Virgil Lee Advisor Mr. Cramer The Hi-Y group is a club for boys with the purpose of cre- ating better Christian feeling among the members and the students. At Christmas time the group collected a box of food to be distributed to needy families and participated in numerous other activities. Front Row: Dorio Logon, Jonicc Estes, Sondro Erickson, Joan Cosh, Lottie Sorvinski, Sally Corncs, Francis Former Doris Piloexynski, Tamoris Rogers, Dolores Cline, Loretta Farmer, Loroinc Cline. Second Row: Miss Holdy, Ouida Owens, Linda Bigger. Lovon Klohn, Ronna Ordwoy, Jonc Wilson, Sondy Ferrier, Jockie Higgins, Jerric Rush, Judy Humphrey, Beverly Jones, Lovon Jones. Third Row: Betty Porks, Momie Nelson, Helene Hondlcy, Pot Clifford, Sharon Taylor, Betty Taylor, Gail Houglond, Sherron Helms, Helen Sonders, Joon Brunson, Peggy Cole, Evelyn Hiott. Fourth Row: Judy Tis tadt, Nancy Spalinger, Joyce Hall, Joanne Hoolc, Joan Short, Gwen Anderson, Millie Tonkovich, Jeanette Humphrey, Pot Smith, Bonny Jones, Morna Notion, Marlene Elom, Nadine Spalinger. Q..A. .A. President Morna Nation Secretary Joon Short Point Keeper Nadine Spalinger Vice President Dolores Cline Treasurer Joyce Holl Advisor Miss Holdy 'The object of this club association shall be to promote efforts of health, sportsmanship, physical efficiency, athletic accomplishment, and love of the out-of-doors.” To start off the year the girls gave a party at McCredie Springs. Later they had an initiation and a party to welcome the new girls. Intramurals were held in volleyall and softball in order that the girls could earn their points. A girl must earn 50 points during each year to receive her letter. The G A A members attended several playdays held with other schools. Front Row: Mr. Reeder, Leonard Tirrill, Lorry Tunncll, Dennis DcHarpport Maurice Comcou, Bob Farrier, Jerry Shorcy, Ken Painter. Second Row: George Clark, Mike Nelson, Lorry Hall, Gory Wells, George Hole, Pot Jones, John Eshom, Jim Haynie. Bock Row: Poul Tuchardt, Ramon Flonders, Berteon Stoneburg, Kenny Spencer, Bob White - diff, Wayne Clark, Bob Lone. Ray Freeman, Glen Williams. V o. The year's initiation for the Varsity O was held November 25, 1953. The results added 13 new members to the present 12. The new members consisted of six juniors, five sophomores and two freshmen, boys who had lettered in track or baseball of the previous year and football at the beginning of this year. February 13th the Varsity gave their annual Sweetheart's Ball at which Mary Cross reigned as queen. The dance was a big success, as always. Front Row: Morilyn Roach, Betty Easley, Lola Rumelhort, Sandro Head, Joyce Hall, Danielle Gerspach Second Row Sondro Erickson, Lottie Sorvinski, Loretta Former, Rono Hawes, Clouded Rudder, Kathleen Loughecd, Shcrron Helms, Ouido Owens, Dorlo Logan, Donna Hawthorne, Joan Cash Third Row: Bonny Jones, Shoron Campbell, Pot Clifford, Mory Anne Hole, Donno Ensmingcr, Evelyn Hiatt, Pot Smith, Lavon Klohn, Judy Humphrey, Beverly Jones, Bobby Nunnolly. Bock Row: Mason Williams, Jeanette Humphrey, Sharon Louse, Millie Tonkovich, Marlene Bedell, Foye Hilton, Moyre Lee Loffrty, Loretta Wolker, Betty Parks, Judy Tistodt, Lorry Spencer, Jon Husser. Pr This last year Pep Club’s membership was made up of both girls and boys. The boys’ uni- forms were white sweaters and white cords, and the girls wore white sweaters and purple skirts. The Pep Club decorated the gym for the basketball games as well as supported the team. Money was earned by selling pop corn at school and at the baseball games. A trip to Benton Lane, where swimming and skating were enjoyed, was the highlight of the year. President Jeanette Humphrey Vice President Pat Smith Secretary Judith Tisdatdt Treasurer ........................................... ................................... Betty Porks Advisor ................................................... Mrs. Barrel! Mory Cross FISHING Rovn Spring C die n dar 1 of Ivervls Morch 15- 29—Spring Vacation 30—Oqkridge beats Junction City in first baseball game, 4-0 April 2— St Francis beats Oakridge, 7-5 3— G A A goes to Benton-Lane 6—Willamette beats Oakridge, 10-0 9—Oakridge plays Droin, wins 10-4 10—Junior Carnival 13—Elmira beats Oakridge, 5-2 16— Hayward Relays 16—Creswell beats Oakridge, 9-8 1 8—Easter Sunday 20—Pleasant Hill beats Oakridge, 7-5 22— Home Track Meet 23— Senior Class play: Curtain Going Up 23— Junction City beats Oakridge, 8-7 24— G A A Play Day here 27—Saints beat Warriors, 7-0 29—V O Track Meet A May 1—Band trip to coast 4—Baseball game at Drain 7—Band Concert and Box Social 7— Sub District Track Meet 8— Junior-Senior Banquet 14—District Track Meet at Pleasant Hill 1 5—Senior Prom 21— State track meet. Boys attending from Oakridge: Paul Tuchardt, Bob Lane, Glen Williams, Pat Jones, Richard Svendsen, Don Walker 22— Band Jamboree at Eugene 28—Award Assembly 30—Baccalaureate June 1—Senior Trip 4—Commencement After many years of idleness baseball was once again revived at O H S. The season’s record: I win 8 losses, was self evident that most of the boys were a bit rusty. Coach John Seeley had a lot of good potential but simply did not have the time nor facilities for developing this power. Some of the outstanding members of the squad were Allen Clark, Jack Racy, Walt Springs, Mel Huncovsky, Bob Marquis, and many more under classmen that will be returning next year. Front row: Manager Melvin Williams, Arnold Lombert, Jerry Shorey, Gary Wells, Doug Logon, Leonard Tirril, Mike Nelson, Phil Schrocdcr, Manager Bob Nunnally, Maurice Comeau. Second row: Coach John Seely, Ken Spencer, Jon Husscr, Pat Jones, Don Lindland, John Eshom, Williom Nation, David Kocer, Manager Wes Tiller, Manager Doyle Porks. Back row; Roger Reynolds, Bob Lone, Don, Hainer, Don Walker, Jim Haynie, Woyne Clark, Glen Williams, Paul Tuchordt, Ken Painter. BASEBALL 1954 The second year of baseball at O.H.S. was very successful as a material standpoint. The boys won 3 of the 17 games played, but many of the losses were by a 1 point margin. Paul Tuchardt was the leading hitter with 15 R.B.I. and a batting average of .365. Don Hainer was leading home-run hitter with 3 home-runs and would hove increased this amount had he not been in- jured during the middle of the season. Don Lindland was the main battery winning 2 games. Coach John Seeley did a very good job with the boys this year. Front Row: Bob Whitccliff, Pot Jones, John Eshom Bock Row: Poul Tuchardt, Bob Lone, Richard Svendsen, Glen Williams. JracL 953 During the 52-53 campaign O H.S. had a better than average track squad. Four men, Walt Spriggs in the 880, Bob Kimsey in the high and low hurdles, Bob Lane in the broad jump, and Paul Tuchardt in the discus event, attended the state track meet at Corvallis. Heavily favored in the meet, Oakridge failed to live up to expectations but managed to come in 17th in a range of 30 or more schools present. In the discus Paul Tuchardt came in sixth while Bob Kimsey toured both of the hurdles and captured fourth spot in both races. O.H.S. records of previous years flew with the wind. Lane broke Fred Richter’s broad jump record; Allan Clark smashed Ron Whitecliffs javelin distance; Spriggs set new marks of his - own in the 880 and 440; Kimsey also shortened the time on his own records in the hurdles, and Paul Tuchardt broke Don Long's discus record. Allic Clark Bob Kimsey Wolf Spriggs Front row: Mouricc Comcou, Roger Comcou, Dick McCoy, Leonard Tirrill, David Kocer, Morgan Smith, Allen Brodshow. Second row; Marvin Johnson, Bill Cosh, Ellis Toftdahl, Bob Aslin, Bob Dunning, Roger Forricr, Moke Nelson Gory Wells. Third row: Ted Weddell, Bob Whitecliff, Bob Lane, Woyne Clark, Berteon Stoncburg, Pat Jones, John Eshom, Donny Jones. Bock row. Lee Reeder, Paul Tuchardt, Howard Lofferty, Richard Svendscn, Glen Williams. TRACK 1954 Oakridge sent 6 out of 7 men who participated in the District meet to the State Track Meet this season. Those sent were the relay team, Pat Jones, Don Walker, Glen Williams, and Richard Svendson; discus, Paul Tuchardt; broadjump. Bob Lane. Tuchardt captured 4th in his platter event while Lane took charge of 5th place in the broadjump The relay team missed out bv 3 10 of a second from qualifying for the finals. Lane will be returning for the '55 season along with a fine squad of sophomores and fresh- men. New school records were set in the shotput, 440 yard relay, and 880 yard relay. Coach Lee Reeder did an excellent job with the squad this year and is certainly to be commended for his fine work. Front Row: Soro Cummins, Foyc Hilton, Bonny Jones, Dolores Cline, Jeon Stevens, Pot Smith. Second Row: Joyce Hall, Betty Frye, Morna Notion, Peggy Nelson Joan Short, Jeanette Humphrey, Peggy Cole. Bock Row: Poul Tuch- ardt, Don Hoiner, Bob Aslin, Virgil Lee, Don Walker, Jim Haynie, Pot Jones, Glen Williams. This year's senior play, Curtain Going Up, was semi area in type. It portrayed the dress re- hearsal of a play. The action of the first act took place on a bare stage. The second act demon- strated the worries and troubles of the director and cast. The third act depicted the time after curtain call and the congratulations of the pleased audience. Curtain Going Up was well received by students and Oakridge patrons. The cast was: Miss Irene Burgess Lorry Fuller Nancy Leveridge Miss Carolyn Moran Miss Henrietta Rivers Elsie Hunter Sylvia Moore Jonet Young Joon White Sara Cummins Joan Short Morlenc Elam Dolores Cline Morno Notion Jeon Stevens Pat Smith Joyce Hall Peggy Cole Kyle Roberts Mr. Normon Carter Andy Fullbright Jocko Guthrie Milt Sanders Buck O'Hora Mr. Tony Peterson Mr. Richard Leveridge Betty Frye Don Walker Don Hoiner Paul Tuchardt Jim Hoynic Virgil Lee Pat Jones Glen Williams The cast did themselves proud and the outstanding players were Don Hainer, Marlene Elam, Paul Tuchardt, Betty Frye, Jim Haynie, and Joan Short. The financial gross results were $310. Mrs. Harms directed the play. s Luard ASem On May 28, the last official day of school for the seniors, the award assembly was held. Stu- dent Body President Paul Tuchardt opened the assembly with a farewell speech and then turned the meeting over to the new student body president, John Shearer. John led the student body in the Pledge of Allegiance and introduced the other student body officers for next school term. The first awards given were the G.A.A. awards, which were passed out by Miss Haldy. Mr. Reeder gave basketball and track awards and Mr. Seeley gave baseball and J.V. awords. Inspirational trophy for basketball went to John Eshom, and Bob Lane, junior, was awarded the inspirational trophy for football The Delta Baker Memorial trophy was presented to Paul Tuchardt for his all-around athletic ability. Don Lindland received the Gordon Stanley trophy which is awarded for athletic ability, citizenship, and grades. He also was given the Bashe- Laube science award, which was presented by Mrs. Munnick. Sondra Erickson, a junior, received recognition from the IOOF and Rebekahs for her work in public speaking. Jim Haynie received a scholarship to Linfield College, and Betty Frye won the business scholarship, offered the first time this year by C. S. Briscoe. Last, but most important to the seniors, the outstanding senior boy and girl were announced. These outstanding seniors were voted on by the whole student body. As it was very close, run- nurs-up were named. The Outstanding Girl was Peggy Cole and the Outstanding Boy was Don Lindland. Runners-up were Marlene Elam and Don Hainer. BACCALAU REATE SUNDAY, MAY 30, 1954 8:00 P.M. Oakridge, Oregon Give to the World the Best You Hove And the Best Will Come Bock to You PROGRAM Processional ......... ....... Mrs. C. A Ramey Pomp and Circumstance Invocation ........... ......Rev. John E. Hoole Vocal Duet ........... Miss Marlene Elam Mr Jerald Draper My Task — Ashofrd Sermon ............... Rev C. H Campbell On Coming to Our Senses Piano Solo ........... Miss Joanne Hoole The Lord's Prayer Malotte Benediction .......... Rev. Paul Fairweather Recessional .......... Mrs. C. A Ramey COMMENCEMENT Thirty-Second Annual Exercise of OAKRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Friday, June 4, 1954 8:00 P.M. High School Gymnasium PROGRAM Processional ............. High School Band Pomp and Circumstance Elgar Salutatory ............... Miss Marlene Elam Valedictory Miss Joan Short Give to the World the Best You Have and the Best Will Come Bock to Ypu Choral Numbers The Lost Chord — Sullivon America, Our Heritage — Steele Mrs C A Ramey, Director Introduction of Speaker .. ........Mr. Paul S. Elliott Superintendent o Ookridgc Schools Address Mr. Mark Hatfield The Golden Age Presentation of Class Conferment of Honors Mr. Walter Christensen Principal, Oakridge High School Presentation of Diplomas Chairman Ookridge Board of Educotion Recessional High School Band GUN WILLIAMS Tronslcrrcd I root McKern 2; Clou Pre 3. 4. Student Council 3 4. Bond 2, 3. 4. Vice fret 4, Pep Bond 3. V 0 3. 4 Truck 2 3 4’ Football 4; Basketball 3, 4, Baseball 4; Curtom Go.no Up 4 An- nual Staff 3. 4- ' RICHARD SVENDSEN Clou Vice Pre� 4. Bond I, 2. 3. 4; 4; Football 4. Backet boll 2. 3. 4. Track 2. 3. JOANNE HOOLE Clou Sec 4. Bond I, 2. 3. 4. Aut Lib 3. Lib 4. Gelt' League 1. 2, 3. 4, Pep Club 2. 3. GAA. I. 2, 3. 4. Sec 3. Mono. Societ, 3. 4. Hillbilly Wedding 3. JEAN STEVENS Clou Treo 4. Glee 2. 4. Triple Trio 4. Grrl League I. 2. Honor Society 4, FHA 4. Curtom Going Up 4 JOAN SHORT ValedKtoeion 4. Clou Vice Pre 2; Bond 2. 3, 4; Glee 4; Tuple Trio 4. Girl Leogue 1. 2. 3. 4. G A A I, 2. 3. 4. Sec 4. Pep Club 2. 3. Sec 3; Honor Society 3. 4. Treo 4. Curtain Going Up 4. PAUL TUCHARDT Student Council 2. 3. 4. Vice Pre 3; Pre 4. Clou Pre . 2. Foot- boll 1. 2. 3. 4, Bovketboll 1, 2. 3. 4. Track I. 2. 3. 4. Botcboll 3, 4; Delta Boker Memorial Trophy 4. V 0 2, 3, 4. Green Volley 3, Cor- tom Going Up 4 Annual Stoll 3, 4. MARLENE ELAM Solutotorion 4. Clo Sec I, 2, 3; Girls' Leogue I, 2, 3, 4; Pre I; Sec. 3. Per onol Ad 4, GAA I, 2, 3, 4, Honor Society 3, 4, Pep Club 2. 3. Rally Squod 3. Glee 2. 4. Triple Tno 4. Student Council 4. Trcos 4, Trccpiontmg Queen 4; Hillbilly Wedding 3. Curtom Go- ing Up 4. Annool Stoll 3. 4. JIM HAYNIE Bond I, 2, 3, 4, Pre 4, Pep Bond 1, 2, 3, 4, Student Council 4; Honor Society 4. V c Pre 4. H. Y 2. 3. 4. V 0 3. 4. FootboH 3. 4. Monogcr I, 2, Save boll 3, 4. Basketball 4, Curtom Going Up 4, ScboloslK Scholarship 4. Athletic Scholarship 4. SARA CUMMINS G.� lt Leoguc 1. 2. 3. 4 land I. 2. Homecoming Qyeen 4, H.llb.lly Weddmg 3, Cu'fom Going Up 4. DON UNLAND Transferred Irom Lo� ell 4. Outstanding Boy of Clou 4; Band 4 Hoam Society 4 Hi Y 4. Chorny 4. Foot boll 4; Basketball 4 Bote boll 4. Science A-o-d 4, Gordon Stonley Trophy 4 RUTH GRAHAM Transferred from Rcedsport 4. JOHN ISHOM Student Council 4. V 0 2. 3. 4. Pro 4. Hi-Y 1 }; Football 2. 3. 4. Baskctboll 3. 4. Inypuot.onol Trophy 4. Track 3. 4. Boseboll 3. 4, Annual Staff 3. 4. DOLORES CLINE Bond I. 2. 3. 4; Cu'todion I, 2, 3. 4. Outstanding Member 4; Pep Ciub 2. Honor Society 3. 4. Secretory 4. G� ly Leogoe I. 2. 3. 4; G A A 2, 3, 4. Vice Pro 4, Hillbilly Wedding 3, Curtam Going Up 4. DON HAINER Studen? Council 4. Honor Society 3. 4. Pro 4. H. Y 2. 3. 4 Pro 4 Clow Treos 3. Baseball 3. 4. Hillbilly Wedding 3. Curtain Going JEANNETTE HUMPHREY Trantfcrred tio 2. G.A A 2, 4; F.H A 2. 3. 4. Sec 3, Hi lor� en 4, Pep billy Wedding 3. Curtom Going Up 4. 3, 4; Girl� ' League Club 3. 4; Pm 4; 2. 3. Hill GERALD LOVE Chora 3, 4. PAT SMITH GtrH' Leoguc I, 2, 3, 4, Tno� 1. G.A.A I, 2, 3. 4; F.H A. I, 3, 4, Sec 3. Vice Fret 4. Pep Club 2. 3. 4; Vice Pm 4. He Tried With • a • .. A . i U.llk.ll. U . JJ... 2 C r AiAA I in 4 8RIAN NEAL Hi Y 2. Chora 4. BITTY FRYE Tran lerred Iron. Portland 3. G� h League 3. 4; Prom Queen 4; Treeplonting Prince � 4; Curto in Going Up 4; Chora� 3, 4; Bum net� Schoiorthip 4 JERRY DRAPER Bond I. 2. 3. 4. Choru� 3. 4; Pep Bond 2, 3, 4; Footboll 4; Prom King 4 PEGGY COLE Student Council 3. 4. GwH leogue 2. 3, 4. Pm 4. GiA A 1. 2. 3, 4 Pm 3. F HA 2, 3. 4. Pm 3; Hi-Breeze 2. 3, 4. Editor 4. Honor Society 3. 4. Carnirat Prince 4. Hillbilly Wedding 3, Curto.n Going Up 4. Annuol Stall 3, 4. OuUtondmg Girl ol Clo� � 4. PAT JONES H. Y 3 4. Bond I. 2. 3. 4. Pep Bond 2. 3. 4. Choru 4. Footboll 4 Troch 3, 4. Hillbilly Wedding 3 Cortom Going Up 4. 3. JOAN BRUNSON . , , , . XV. Clot Treosucer 2. Bond I. 2. 3 4 See 4 r«P «� 4 2 3. 4 0 .« 4 Triple Trio 4. Honor Society 3. 4 GwH Leopu I. 2. I. 4. G A A Z. 3. 4. P p Club 2. Mo� Do� Prince � 3; Hillbilly Weddwp 3. B'LL “Z 1. 2. 3. 4; Pop Bond 1, 2. 3. 4; H.llb.lly Wcdd.nq 3; Hi-Y 2. BONNIE JONES , . Trontferred � ro« NestuCCO H.ph Clo� rdole. Of ; GA H V' Tr o. 3. FHA 2. 3. 4. Tfco� 3; G� Ht Leopo iI . «. titty 3 4. Jr S. Bouquet tbo.rmon 3; P«p Club 4. He Toed « Hit loot On 4. Curtom Gom« Up 4. KAY BERRY FAYE HILTON Tronsf erred to Ookndpe 3; Pep Club 4. BOB ASLIN Hillbilly Weddmf 3; Footboll Monoper 2. 3; Tro k 4. ETHEL TOFTOAHL G rh' Leopu 1. 2, 3. 4, F.H.A. Tr «s 4. FHA 2. 3. 4. G-A.A 2. 3; Bond 1. 2. 3. 4. THOMAS ZUVICH BARBARA SCHMIDT F.H A. 4. Honor Society 4. WESLEY TILLER Bond 1, 2. 3. 4; Pep Bond I. 2. 3. 4; Hi Y 4; Hillbilly Wedding 3; Boteboll monogcr 4. JOYCE HALL G A A I. 2. 3, 4; Treot 4; Girl ' Lcoguc 2, 3. 4; Treo 4; Pep Cbb 2. 3. 4. Roily Squod 2. 4; f H A I. 2. 3. Mojorette 2. 3, 4; Hi- Breeze 4, Curtam Going Up 4 DON WALKER • Hi-Y 2. 3. 4. Bond I. 2. 3. 4; Vice Pre� 3; Treat 4, Hillbilly Wed ding 3. Curtain Going Up 4; Botfcctball 4, Clot� Vice Pre . 3; Pep Band I, 2. NANCY SPALINGER Bond I, 2. 3; Bond Librorion 3, G.A.A. 3, 4; Girls' Lcoguc 2, 3, 4; F.H.A 3; Hi Breeze 4. KEN KUEHN Hi Y 2, 3, 4; Vice Pre . 3. Sec. Tree� . 4. MORNA NATION Mo«o Societ, 3. 4. Gift� Leoguc 2. 3. 4. Vice f, � 4. F H A I. 2. GAA 2, 3. 4. Vice Pre� 3. Pre� 4. Annual Stoll 3, 4, Student Council 4, Hillbilly Weddmg 3; Homecoming Queen Curtain Go mg Up 4, He Tried ith Hi� Boot� On 4. bitty Satterfield Trantlerred Irom Ccntrol High 2. fep Club 3; Hillbilly Weddmg 3; Tree Planting Prince� � 4. 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