Osceola High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Osceola, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 64 of the 1971 volume:

THIS WAS THE YEAR OF: Conference Champs In Football Conference Champs In Basketball District Loss To Cedar Rapids By One Point The Mini, Midi, Maxi, Slacks, And “Hot Pants” Hospitals And Doctors Paper Plates In The Lunchroom The New Scoreboard Orange Robes And Announcements New Cars Undefeated Football Season The Tall Man, Strong Man, And Magician The Music Contest Here The Long Christmas Vacation Puma Basketball Shoes The Bulldog Mascot The Tads Dance Here The Class Of 71 The Different Mike Stroup’s Grapplers Blue Jeans And T-Shirts BULLDOG—1971 Hubert Girard Eugene Johansen Lillian McDonald School Board Shows Active Interest Eugene Sterup Paul Walgren John Wieseman 2 Phillip Nyberg Virgil Bugbee Superintendent Kenneth Sipes Principal Donald Andelt Doane College, B.A. Kansas State College, M.S. Faculty Guides Students Marlene Ahlschwede Kearney State College, B.S. Charles Hays Peru State College, B.S. Rex Cadwallader Nebraska University, B.M.E. Dean Heine Kearney State College, B.A. Glenn Cederberg—Nebraska University, B.S., Nebraska University, M.A. Sandra Heth Chadron State College, B.A. 3 Frances Inness Willard Jensen Larry Johnson Nebraska University, B.S. Peru State College, B.S. Kearney State College, B.A. Along Road to Future Jean Peterson Midland College, B.A. Nancy Reese Wayne State College, B.A. Paul Schreiter Nebraska University, B.F.A. Albert Stroup Lawrence Theis Gary Workman Kearney State College, B.A. Kearney State College, B.A. Peru State College, B.A. 4 John Cerny Custodian Evelynne Oberg Secretary Leonard Mrkvicka Custodian Personnel. . . Busy COOKS Helen Pehrson Bernice Jones Barbara Anderson Darlene Johnson Helen Peterson BUS DRIVERS Leonard Mrkvicka Lawrence Theis Ray Richards Bob Grossnicklaus Charles Kucera Morris Richards 5 In September of 1967, 33 freshmen enrolled at Osceola High School. On May 20, 1971, 36 seniors proudly graduated from O.H.S. The class was noted at Commencement exercises as a very talented class musically, athletically, dramatically, and academically. The Class of ’71 experienced a very successful four years of athletics capped by conference championships in football and basketball in 1971. The senior boys will be missed next year in the athletic program. Several of the musically inclined seniors displayed their talents in four years of musicals and music contests. These seniors enjoyed working hard to develop a very fine music department. Academically, the seniors have displayed exceptional talents scholastically. Many valuable scholarships have been awarded to the deserving seniors. Hopefully, these seniors will use these talents in their higher education. The seniors sponsored many money-making projects and involved themselves in many activities and organizations during their high school days. They enjoyed many activities as a class on the whole. Everyone had a tiring but good time on their sneak trip to St. Louis in the spring. Upon graduation, the seniors realize that their school days, games, musicals, class plays, proms, and other school activities are gone now. They leave Osceola High with fond memories as they prepare themselves as a part of this complicated world. The Class of ’71 extends its appreciation to the great community of Osceola and all of its people. They have given this class continuous and needed support throughout the years. The interest and backing supplied by the community has helped to make the schooldays of the Class of ’71 memorable and successful ones. SENIORS Graduate with Mixed Emotions 6 Bryce Leland Anderson Secretary Alvin Harold Becker Lynn R. Boden Michael L. Burgess Deborah Ann Carlson Calvin C. Coffin Susanne Davis Thomas H. Davis First National Bank Jane Elizabeth Dunn 7 John Edward Fellers Ronald Hubert Girard Robert William Gissler James Robert Green Kenneth James Kozisek ■ Deborah Johansen 8 Andrew L. Kresha Linda Jo Kumpf Osceola Bar Association Vicki Sue Leach Michelle Marie Lewis Debra Ann Nelson Charles Melvin McGimpsey Larry Lee Neujahr President Sharon Kay Meister William Hayden Norton Barbara Jane Pehrson Janis Elaine Peterson Keith Wesley Peterson Farmers Co-op Grain Company William Paul Pliefke Barbara Jean Potter Jay Lynn Richards Judy Rae Runquist Viona Lois Wiser Deborah Jean Schott Bruce Alan Treffer Treasurer Mary Susan Wunderlich Richard A. Wyman, Jr. Vice-President 10 Osceola Record Seniors’ Departure Graduation for the 36 seniors was a sad and memorable one. It began with Baccalaureate Services, May 16. Msgr. L. F. Obrist delivered the sermon, concerning the reflections of Bishop O’Shea. The Girls’ Glee number, “The Impossible Dream,” was very appropriate for the occasion. The Mixed Chorus sang “Sing To The Lord” to conclude the musical portion of the evening. Reverend Paul Konig gave the Benediction. Dr. Vance D. Rogers, president of the Nebraska Wesleyan University, was the guest speaker. He had very optimistic views of the future for the graduating seniors. Andrew Kresha, class salutatorian, addressed the audience and considered graduation as the harvest time of the senior’s lives. Bob Gissler, valedictorian, gave his views on the school. Mixed Chorus sang “Stranger, Share My Fire,” Other entertainment for the evening was provided by Leather and Lace, who sang “Time Have Changed.” Jack Wieseman, president of the school board, presented the class of ’71 their long-awaited diplomas. The graduating seniors then accepted the public’s congratulations with mixed emotions. The head ushers selected by the class were Jackie Rowan, and Randy Neujahr. The other ushers were Julie Wobig, Janet Urban, Sue Lieberman, Monty Jones, Kurt Anderson, and Roger Augustine. VALEDICTORIAN Bob Gissler SALUTATORIAN Andrew Kresha Activity, leadership, cooperation-all of these terms are synonymous with the Class of ’72. Throughout the school year, the 51 juniors participated in a wide variety of activities. Football, basketball, wrestling, and track kept thirteen junior boys busy. Thirty-two junior peppers generated enthusiasm and leadership for the Pep Club. Eighty-three percent of the class participated in music contests and choral clinics and the band received valuable backing from twenty-five juniors. CARNIVAL’S bigtop success was dependent upon the talents and energy of twenty-three juniors. In addition to the Class of ’72’s involvement in extracurricular activities, it contributed academically to the educational atmosphere at OHS. During one six weeks period or another, 48% of the juniors were recognized as honor students. As money-making projects the class picked corn and managed several concession stands. Profits were also netted from the production of three plays in November. Juniors combined zest and zeal to state “So the Jury Was Hung”, “The Storm”, and “The Ghost of Pumpkin Holler.” Also in November, the Class of’72 participated in Polk County Government Day. Campaigns for county offices and mock elections provided initial appeal in this event, which proved to be fun, interesting, and informative. Perhaps the cooperation and friendliness between the 51 juniors is best shown by their successful mission to alleviate classmate Margie Simonsen’s stay in the hospital. “A gift a day” was the plan directed by the class and Margie can validate its success. As Spring approached the Class of ’72 began preparations for the May 1 junior-senior banquet and prom. A Dutch theme provided the guideline for transforming the auditorium into “Tulip Time.” Windmills, gates, bridges, wooden shoes, and tons of gorgeous tulips created a unique and lovely spring atmosphere for the banquet and prom. As juniors reflected on the night, they realized it as a wonderful climax to a truly active and rewarding school year. JUNIORS 12 Barb Albers Kurt Anderson Terry Anderson Marla Augustin Roger Augustin Karen Bender Dana Boden Beth Coffin Lori Davis Sue Eikenhorst Sharon Green Linda Grossnicklaus Brian Hanson Julie Hiemer Terri Howe Mike lenn Cindy Jacobsen Karen Johnson Linda Johnson Dale Johnston Look Ahead to Farmer’s Co-op Oil Association 13 Monty Jones Betty Kresha Mary Kresha Michelle Kresha Steve Kumpf Debbie Larson Russell Larson Sue Lieberman Mary Lisko Becky McDonald Colin McKeag Barb McMeekin School Leadership Sally Mills Cindy Nahrstedt Delores Nelson Randy Neujahr Val Ransom Jackie Rowan Shirley Runquist Gordon Schott u Gambles Osceola Cleaners Margie Simonsen Mike Sterup Mike Stromberg Steve Tonniges Mike Treffer Janet Urban Beth Wieseman Julie Wobig Marcia Zedicher Barb Zelasney and Added Responsibilities CLASS OFFICERS Monty Jones Treasurer Jackie Rowan Secretary Karen Johnson Vice-President Steve Tonniges President Ahrens Jewelry Cengas 15 Ron Borusch Jim Carlson Gaylene Carlson Mary Cerny Dan Daily Donette Gabriel Duane Hahn Chris Hayes Brad Johansen Tom Johnson Mike Johnston Rick Jones SOPHOMORES Anticipate Halfway Mark Lindley Lamb Donnie Lewis Connie Lux Sally McCoy Debi Mickey Jolene Nelson Duane Oquist Bill Peterson Dr. Clarence Davis, Jr. Debbie Roehrs Murray Schmoker Barb Schott Jackie Smith Kathy Soil Tom Soukup Sally Sterup Debbie Svoboda Kathy Thayer Pat Tindall Mark Tonniges Connie Urban Carolyn Wagner Scott Walgren The Sophomores completed a very busy and active year with successful money-making projects. Under the direction of Mr. Andelt and Mr. Workman, the CLASS OFFICERS sophomores provided many people with delicious pancakes, sausages, and pie at Chris Hayes President the pancake feed this year. This success- Murray Schmoker Vice-President ful annual event was held April 3 from 5 Brad Johansen Secretary t0 8 P-m- They made a fairly good profit. Lindley Lamb Treasurer The class also was entitled to a conces- sion stand during the football season. They also sponsored a cake raffle at the last home basketball game. They earned $50 from this project. The class of ’73 became a very involved group of students during the year. They look forward to two more even busier years in O.H.S. 17 Steve Carlson Ann Cerny Jenny Cerny Paul Cerny Kathy Daily Ralph Davis Beth Fjell John Girard Tim Howe Norman Larson Chuck Lemp Barb Lisko FRESHMEN 1 ' i Nancy McDonald Ronnie McGimpsey David McMeekin Steve Monson Ricky Morris Judy Noble Lisa Norton David Odgers 18 Tom Peterson Sandy Richards Merle Runquist Cathy Schott Karen Schott Alan Sipes Clark Snodgrass Charles Soil Malia Sterup Eagerly Enter Terry Svoboda Debbie Tonniges Linda Treffer Marie Tworek Mike Van Hoosen Kathy Warren r V. 19 Dave Watts Vicki Wieseman Lorre Wobig CLASS OFFICERS Steve Monson President OHS Halls Karen Schott Vice-President Clark Snodgrass Secretary The freshmen entered O.H.S. halls with great anticipation and involved themselves in many of the activities of high school in which they could participate. Eleven of the boys became football players, ten dribbled a basketball, five became grapplers, and six were thinclads. These athletes were cheered on by sixteen freshmen peppers. The music department was bolstered by twenty-three bandsmen, twenty-nine vocalists, and many were cast and crew members of “Carnival.” The class sponsored a successful bake sale April 10 and made a profit of $93. Mr. Hays and Mr. Stroup were capable sponsors of this eager class of ’74 which has three busy years ahead. Freshmen Win First Place In Freshman Invitational Ralph Davis Treasurer 20 EIGHTH GRADE TOP ROW: Doug Augustine, Gary Borusch, Julie Carlson, Kathy Cemper, Debbie Cliffords, Mitch Coffin, Shane Conrad, Doug Draeger, Denise Dunn, Janies Gabel, JoAnne Gissler. SECOND ROW: Chet Graham, Debbie Heiden, Steven lenn, Rue Johnson, Steve Johnson, Jeff Johnston, Susanne Lemp, Margie Lux, Mike McMeekin, Michelle McMeekin, Duane Mangelsen. THIRD ROW: John Meister, Curtis Mickey, Greg Nahrstedt, Daryl Nelson, Doyle Nelson, Gayle Neujahr, Nancy Oquist, Carita Peterson, Dale Roehrs, Jody Rowan, Bobby Runquist. FOURTH ROW: Linda Schott, Mike Schott. Byron Schmoker, Donna Stachura. Bill Sterup, Jeff Sovboda, Ray Urban, Robin Walgren, Lynn Watts, Pam Watts. NOT PICTURED: Rachel Boden, Mark Dahmke, Cindy Simonsen, Debbie Asche, Dale Kreis, Sharleen Lloyd, Maria Stroup. SEVENTH GRADE TOP ROW: Vicki Augustine, Susie Bryan, Jeanette Daily, Irene Davis, C. J. Dunn, Jeff Fellers, Jane Gabel, Rich Hayes, David Herrmann. SECOND ROW: Joyce Jacobsen, Steve Johnston, Ronnie Jones, Christine Kresha, Vicki Kucera. Pam Marak, Kevin Marsh, Patricia McGimpsey, Marilyn Potter. THIRD ROW: Julie Richards, Kent Rodene, Susan Schmoker, Mike Smith, Denise Snodgrass, Robert Sterup, Dawn Treffer, Susan Tworek, Gary Warren, Mary Jo Wieseman. NOT PICTURED: Douglas Peterson, Wayne Lloyd. BACK ROW: Alvin Becker, Bob Gissler, Bryce Anderson, Lynn Boden, Dick Wyman, Keith Peterson, Bill Norton, Mike Johnston, Jim Carlson, Bill Peterson, Ken Kozisek, Calvin Coffin, Jim Green. SECOND ROW: Coach Jensen, Alan Sipes, Tom Yungdahl, Randy Neujahr, Steve Tonniges, Roger Augustin, Rick Morris, Ron Boruch, Steve Kumpf, Mike Sterup, Norman Larson, Mike Burgess, Ralph Davis, Chris Hayes, Coach Workman, Coach Johnson. FRONT ROW: Tom Soukup, Dan Daily, Brah Johansen, Duane Oquist, Scott Walgren, Kurt Anderson, Terry Ander son, David Watts, Mike Van Hoosen. Tom Peterson, Steve Carlson, Steve Monson, Chuck Lemp. Mike Stromberg. Bulldogs Remain Conference Champs The 1970 campaign was no exception to the unblemished record established by Osceola football teams. The Bull- SEASON RECORD dogs ended the season with an excellent 9-0 record, and in OSCEOLA OPPONENT the process extended their unbeaten string to an amazing 12 Scotia 0 35 games in a row. 20 Stromsburg 0 The season proved to be a very successful one for head- 34 Clarks 6 coach Workman and his assistants Mr. Johnson and Mr. 35 St. Edward 12 Jensen. Listed on the 1970 roster were 12 seniors, 8 juniors, 20 Henderson 14 13 sophomores, and 11 freshmen. 30 Silver Creek 0 Three Bulldog players were chosen to the Goldenrod 12 Polk 0 Conference Team for a total of five positions. Senior Bryce 50 Palmer 2 Anderson gained both an offensive and defensive position. Sophomore Jim Carlson secured a spot on the offensive 39 Genoa 0 unit. Finally, senior tailback Cal Coffin was awarded a defensive position and an offensive position on the All-Conference Team. Coffin was also honored by being selected to the LINCOLN JOURNAL’S All-State Team. In addition to being undefeated and conference champs, Osceola received a state ranking for the third consecutive year. At the end of the season, the Bulldogs were rated 6th in the JOURNAL and 7th in the OMAHA WORLD HERALD. 22 Bryce Anderson A1 Becker Senior Lettermen Lynn Boden Mike Burgess Cal Coffin Bob Gissler Jim Green Ken Kozisek Bill Norton Kieth Peterson Dick Wyman 23 TOP ROW: Steve Kumpf, Larry Neujahr, Cal Coffin, Keith Peterson, C61in McKeag, Lynn Boden, Bob Gissler, Jim Carlson, Monte Jones, Randy Neujahr, Steve Tonniges, Mr. Workman, Mr. Johnson. SECOND ROW: Brad Johansen, Ron Boruch, Bill Peterson, Tom Yungdahl, Mike Johnston, Lindley Lamb, Mark Tonniges, Alan Sipes, Rick Morris, Steve Monson, Chris Hayes. BOTTOM ROW: Terry Anderson, Mike VanHoosen, Norman Larson, David Watts, Murray Schmoker, Tom Peterson, Scott Walgren, Bob Zelasney, Clark Snodgrass, Brian Hanson. Roundballers Gain Conference Title SEASON RECORD Osceola’s 1970-71 roundballers compiled a fantastic 16-4 OSCEOLA OPPONENT record during Larry Johnson’s first year as head coach. Led 41 Lakeview 39 by senior Bob Gissler, who maintained a better than 20 61 Shelby 44 point average throughout the season, the Bulldog cagers 67 Stromsburg 48 achieved many respectable accomplishments, in addition to 51 Silver Creek 31 winning the Goldenrod Conference with an unblemished 58 Weeping Water 50 record, Osceola won the Holiday Tournament at Raymond 58 Raymond Central 36 l Central and the Goldenrod Conference Tournament held in 69 Clarks 35 mid-January. The big diappointment of the season, however. 54 Aurora 76 came when the team dropped a second round game in the 49 Sutton 58 district tournament to a mediocre Cedar Rapids team. 78 Aquinas 76 Bob Gissler gained first team all-conference recognition 77 Silver Creek 54 while Lynn Boden and Dick Wyman were named to the sec- 63 Stromsburg 40 ond team. Six seniors, four juniors, and one sophomore 61 Genoa 57 earned letters during the campaign. 86 Palmer 49 Under assistant coach Gary Workman, the B-team was 35 Polk 33 able to achieve a very fine 9-3 record. Juniors shared time 68 Genoa 50 between the B-team and varsity, and sophomores made es- 68 Henderson 76 sential B-team contributions while gaining valuable experi- 103 St. Edward 56 ence. The Bulldog freshmen came home witli a 1st place 66 Nebr. Christian 33 trophy from the annual freshmen tournament at Genoa. 55 Cedar Rapids 56 24 Colin McKeag Larry Neujahr Randy Neujahr Keith Peterson Steve Tonniges Tournament Director, glad to keep the trophy at home! Put it in Bob! Dick Wyman 1 Monson Animal Hospital Kepner-Roberts Funeral Service BACK ROW: Cal Coffin, Jim Carlson, Lynn Boden, Bob Gissler, Mark Tonniges, Jim Green, Tom Yungdahl. SECOND ROW: Mike Burgess, Duane Halm, Alan Sipes, Ron Boruch, Russel Larson, Steve Monson, Dave Watts. FIRST ROW: Tim Howe, Mike VanHoosen, David McMeekin, Terry Anderson, Merle Runquist, Norman Larson. Coaches A1 Stroup and Larry Johnson. Success Despite Obstacles Lack of depth hindered the efforts of the 1971 track team under first year coaches A1 Stroup and Larry Johnson. However, several individuals consistently turned in outstanding performances which enabled the Bulldog tracksters to make respectable showings in all meets and finish second in the Conference meet. Seniors Cal Coffin, Lynn Boden, and Jim Green formed the nucleus for the 1971 thinclads. Coffin continually starred in the 220 and 440, while Lynn Boden contributed points from the discus and shotput ring, and Jim Green supplied strength in the half-mile run and led various relays. Four individuals eventually qualified for the State Track Meet in Kearney. Coffin qualified in the 220, 440, and 880-relay; Green in the half-mile and 880-relay; Freshman Tom Yungdahl in the 880-relay; and Sophomore Jim Carlson in the 880-relay. Encouragement for future track squads was present through the pleasing performances of many underclassmen and the enthusiasm. 1971 O.H.S. Track Record Henderson Triangular PLACE 2nd Henderson Relays 3rd Polk County 1st Knights of Columbus 8th Swede Relays 1st Fullerton Triangular 3rd Kearney Invitational 7th Conference 2nd District 4th State: tv 10th Cal Coffin 40 1st 220 6th 880-Relay 5 th 26 Bob Gissler Jim Green Mile-Relay Team Cal Coffin, Ron Boruch, Jim Carlson, Jim Green Cal Coffin Lynn Boden Michael Burgess 27 BACK ROW: Andy Kresha, Mike Stromberg, Ron Girard, Kurt Anderson, Bruce Treffer, Roger Augustin, Mike Ienn, Bryce Anderson, Alvin Becker, Jay Richards, Mr. Stroup. FRONT ROW: Dan Daily, John Girard, Merle Runquist, Tim Howe, David Odgers, Duane Oquist, Mike Treffer, David McMeekin, Duane Hahn, Ken Kozisek. Bulldogs Move Forward in Wrestling In 1970-71 Osceola’s Bulldogs endured their initial full season as wrestlers. Head coach A1 Stroup’s grapplers created a new faction of interest and enthusiasm at O.H.S. Although the team’s season record was rather unimpressive, numerous individual efforts provided exciting entertainment for spectators. Impressive individual performances were consistently turned in by seniors Andrew Kresha and Bryce Anderson. Both wrestlers eventually qualified for the State Wrestling Tournament, something for which they certinaly should be commended. Fine won-lost records were compiled by junior Mike Treffer, sophomore Duane Hahn, and freshman John Girard. We all must remember that the wrestling program is still young at Osceola. The continuous improvement of the squad during the season provided encouragement for next season and those to follow. WRESTLING RECORDS OSCEOLA OPPONENT 21 Columbus Lakeview 35 20 Clarks 38 7 Stromsburg 46 18 Walbach 32 18 David City 36 41 Leigh 13 15 York 32 28 VARSITY Duane Oquist, Andy Kresha, Ron Girard, Bruce Treffer, Alvin Becker, Jay Richards, Bryce Anderson, Roger Augustin, Duane Hahn, Kurt Anderson, Mike Treffer, John Girard, Coach Stroup. STATE PARTICIPANTS Bryce Anderson Andrew Kresha DISTRICT MEDAL WINNERS John Girard Mike Treffer Andrew Kresha Bryce Anderson Duane Hahn TOP ROW: Connie Urban, Debi Mickey, Debbie Roehrs, Mary Cerny. SECOND ROW: Beth Fjell, Becky McDonald, Debbie Johansen, Barb Pehrson, Debbie Nelson, Shelly Lewis, Delores Nelson, Julie Wobig, Cindy Nahrstedt, Beth Wieseman, Linda Kumpf, Terri Howe, Sue Eikenhorst, Kathy Thayer, Jackie Smith, Carolyn Wagner. THIRD ROW: Deb Schott, Viona Wiser, Judy Runquist, Jane Dunn, Barb Potter, Sue Lieberman, Julie Hiemei, Betty Kresha, Michelle Kresha, Mary Lisko, Shirley Runquist, Barb Albers, Jackie Rowan, Janet Urban, Vicki Leach, Debbie Carlson. FOURTH ROW: Linda Grossnicklaus, Marcia Zedicher, Lori Davis, Barb McMeekin, Barb Zelasney, Valerie Ransom, Karen Bender, Marla Augustine, Mary Kresha, Sally Mills, Linda Johnson, Cindy Jacobsen, Debbie Larson, Donette Gabriel, Connie Lux, Gaylene Carlson, Barb Schott. FIFTH ROW: Lorre Wobig. Ann Cerny, Sandy Richards, Linda Treffer, Karen Schott, Barb Lisko, Jenny Cerny, Vicki Wieseman, Debbie Tonniges, Kathy Daily, Malia Sterup, Lisa Norton, Nancy McDonald, Kathy Warren, Cathy Schott, Kathy Soli, Jolene Nelson, Sally Sterup. BOTTOM ROW: Karen Johnson, Janis Peterson, Susie Davis, Sharon Green. Pep Club — Spirit of the Bulldogs This was the year of the Osceola High School Pep Club’s spirited “Do It” campaign. The cheerleaders and Pep Club maintained the theme of “Do It” during the 1970-71 athletic season. They did it by appropriate signs, big orange “Do It” buttons, and fitting cheers and sidelines; all depicting directly or indirectly this central main idea. To involve every pepper in promoting spirit throughout the school, the executive committee decided to assign a certain class squad to utilize its artistic abilities and composing talents by making and distributing signs for certain games and another squad stage a skit at different pep rallies. This arrangement has been successful. The constitutional revision of last year for selecting cheerleaders has proven itself to be a very successful and effective method. The girls now are thoroughly prepared to become O.H.S. cheerleaders. The honor peppers of this active year are Linda Kumpf, Viona Wiser, Linda Johnson, Beth Wieseman, Julie Wobig, Ann Cerny, Jenny Cerny, and Debbie Tonniges. The Pep Club really did it with pride, exuberance, and determination during this “Do It” year. PEP CLUB OFFICERS Sally Mills Treasurer Delores Nelson Secretary Debbie Johansen President Jackie Rowan Vice-President Sue Eikenhorst News Reporter VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Janis Peterson Karen Johnson Sharon Green Susie Davis Foggy Homecoming Greets 1970 Royalty Homecoming 1970 took place on October 23, a very damp and dismal day. However, the dauntless Osceola Bulldog fans would let nothing further stop the homecoming festivities postponed from October 10 because of a freakish snow storm. Despite the wetness, the homecoming parade was viewed by many loyal townspeople. Leading the parade were the local Boy Scouts, closely followed by the Bulldog marching band, which proclaimed the approach of the O.H.S. royalty and the floats. A new innovation, walking floats, was introduced and adapted well to the theme of “Nursery Rhymes.” Following the parade, crowds remained to shop in the various stands around the square. Although the weather appeared to brighten in the late afternoon, it later took a turn for the worse. Shortly before half time, wisps of fog began drifting across the field and by the time for the coronation, the fog was quite dense. Nevertheless, the half time festivities proceeded. The Bulldog band marched onto the field forming a heart. The queen’s float, “A Country Garden,” swept onto the field, while winners of the afternoon float competition were announced. Then, to the strains of “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” the royal couples were announced and ascended the throne: Attendants Susie Davis and Dick Wyman, Debbie Johansen and Larry Neujahr, and Queen Janis Peterson and King Cal Coffin. Roses were presented to the queen and her attendants by Lori Watts, and the crown was handed to the king by David Burritt. Osceola proceeded to seize a victory over the Polk Cubs, 7-0, in a foggy contest. A very successful Homecoming on all counts, excepting the weather. Sealed with a kiss This is where you get off, girls! Peter Piper picked a prize! Slow and sure but second. But the Game Must Go On Was the pie good, George??! What a line-up!!!!!!!!! 33 O.H.S. Bands Capture Excellent Ratings When the 22 new freshman members stepped into place in the O.H.S. marching band, they knew they were going to have to take big steps to fill the empty shoes of the 21 departing seniors. These freshmen struggled valiantly through the “orientation period,” 2 weeks before school started. At this time they learned basic marching steps and maneuvers which were used to good advantage in routines created by Mr. Cadwallader. Early morning practices were common in the early part of tne season and the traditional “band period” also allowed time for practice for the Pershing Marching Contest; yet the time still passed too rapidly. Many band periods were forfeited also for street marching practice, practicing additional shows for football games, and a surprising amount of rain and fog. On Oct. 3, the annual Harvest of Harmony was held in Grand island with street marching competition held in the morning and field marcidng competition in the afternoon. To the strains of “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Ode to Joy,” and “Drummin’, Drummin’, Drummin’,” the Bulldog Band captured a “1” or superior rating in field competition. The jubilant marchers then settled down to a month of practice before the stiff competition at the state marching contest at the Pershing Auditorium in Lincoln. On Halloween, the O.H.S. band took their marching routine with a few minor revisions to the state contest and brought back a “2” or excellent rating plus beneficial criticisms. Despite this disappointment, the Bulldog bandsmen had an enjoyable marching band season and looked forward to the concert band season. The concert band season found the Bulldog band preparing 2 challenging musical numbers for the district contest in Albion. Although the performance of tuese 2 songs, “La Folia” by Corelli and Gershwin’s “An American in Paris,” was awarded an excellent or “2” rating, the bandsmen felt the rehearsal of these songs had been very worthwhile. Superior ratings in the instrumental division were awarded to soloist Cindy Nahrstedt and a woodwind trio, consisting of a flute, clarinet, and bassoon. Excellent ratings were received by several other groups and soloists. Several numbers were performed by the concert band in the spring concert as the last concert performance for the 13 departing seniors. Although they will certainly be missed, a large number of freshmen will step in to fill their chairs in the fall. MAJORETTES Sue Eikenhorst Linda Johnson Jane Dunn Sally Mills 34 STAGE BAND BACK ROW: Dana Boden, Bryce Anderson, Keith Peterson, Lynn Boden. SECOND ROW: Beth Coffin, Debbie Larson, Gaylene Carlson, Kurt Anderson, Mike Burgess, Mike Stromberg, Norman Larson. FIRST ROW: Brian Hanson, Rick Jones, Sharon Green, Jackie Rowan, Karen Johnson, Susie Davis, Julie Hiemer. BRASS SEXTET Murray Schmoker, Kurt Anderson, Bruce Treffer, Duane Oquist, Lynn Boden, Andrew Kresha. 35 WOODWIND TRIO Linda Johnson David Odgers Cindy Nahrstedt BRASS CHOIR Linda Grossnicklaus, Gaylene Carlson, Terry Anderson, David Watts, Carolyn Wagner, Scott Walgren. CLARINET CHOIR Mary Lisko, Michelle Kresha, Beth Coffin, Mary Cerny, Janis Peterson, Connie Lux, Debbie Roehrs. INSTRUMENTAL SOLOISTS Julie Hiemer, Cindy Nahrstedt, Andy Kresha, Susie Davis, Sally Mills, Linda Johnson. 37 MIXED CHORUS TOP ROW: Debbie Nelson, Linda Grossnicklaus, Connie Lux, Ann Cerny, Mary Cerny, Jim Carlson, Keith Peterson, Bryce Anderson, Mark Tonniges, Mike lenn, Lynn Boden, Debbie Carlson, Margie Simonsen, Debbie Larson, Beth Coffin. SECOND ROW: Jane Dunn, Cindy Nahrstedt, Linda Johnson, Barb Schott, Duane Oquist, Steve Tonniges, Bill Pliefke, Kurt Anderson, Rick Jones, Dana Boden, Karen Johnson, Sharon Green, Sue Eikenhorst, Julie Hiemer, Kathy Thayer. THIRD ROW: Sally Sterup. Marcia Zedicher, Carolyn Wagner, Beth Fjell, Jolene Nelson, Lisa Norton, Norman Larson, David Odgers, Ron Girard, Murry Schmoker, Mike VanHoosen, Jackie Rowan, Kathy Daily, Nancy McDonald, Susie Davis. FOURTH ROW: Sally Mills, Vicki Wieseman, Jenny Cerny, Sandy Richards, Sue Asche, Terry Anderson, Paul Cerny, Terry Svoboda, Scott Walgren, Sue Lieberman, Connie Lux, Debbie Roehrs, Donette Gabriel. Vocalists Compete and Entertain Strains of music drifted through the halls of O.H.S. each fifth period as the three large vocal groups practiced diligently for the district music contest held in late April. Time was taken for the production of “Carnival” but the usual practice continued. Prior to the district contest, the Goldenrod music festival was held in Osceola. Valuable criticisms were given to the glees, chorus, and small groups, and all were praised by the critics. In the district contest, however, only one vocal solo recieved the coveted superior or “1” rating. The group, a new innovation composed of five seniors, was “Leather Lace” and the superior soloist was Jane Dunn. Other groups, receiving excellent or “2” ratings were’ Girls’ Glee, Mixed Chorus, Folk Singers, and the Choraliers, while Boys’ Glee received a good or “3” rating. Judging seemed exceptionally strict at this contest and almost everyone was disappointed in the ratings, even though two’s were generally received. Vocal soloists competing were: Kurt Anderson, Susie Davis, Mark Tonniges, Keith Peterson, Dana Boden, Terry Anderson, and Jane Dunn. Beth Coffin and Mary Kresha served as accompanists for large groups and soloists. A winter concert, a pre-contest concert, and a spring concert were presented in cooperation with O.H.S. instrumental musicians. Various small groups performed at chuch and community functions and were enjoyed very much. 38 GIRLS GLEE TOP ROW: Lisa Norton, Lorre Wobig, Ann Cerny, Jane Dunn, Mary Cerny, Donette Gabriel, Connie Lux, Cindy Nahrstedt, Linda Grossnicklaus, Lori Davis, Barb McMeekin, Linda Kumpf, Julie Hiemer, Debbie Larson, Michelle Lewis, Gaylene Carlson, Beth Fjell, Mary Kresha, Deb Carlson. SECOND ROW: Sally Sterup, Jolene Nelson, Linda Johnson, Barb Schott, Carolyn Wagner, Kathy Soli, Marcia Zedicher, Sue Eikenhorst, Malia Sterup, Becky McDonald, Susie Davis, Sharon Green, Cindy Jacobsen, Connie Lux, Debbie Mickey, Barb Albers, Sandy Richards. THIRD ROW: Mr. Cadwallader, Barb Lisko, Karen Schott, Judy Noble, Marie Tworek, Vicki Wieseman, Debbie Tonniges, Jackie Rowan. Jenny Cerny, Karen Johnson, Shirley Runquist, Delores Nelson, Terri Howe, Val Ransom, Karen Bender, Janis Peterson, Sally Mills. FOURTH ROW: Beth Coffin, Linda Treffer, Kathy Daily, Sue Lieberman, Debbie Roehrs, Kathy Thayer, Barb Zelasney, Janet Urban, Vicki Leach, Barb Pehrson, Viona Wiser, Nancy McDonald, Debbie Nelson, Judy Runquist. TOP ROW: Rick Morris, Steve Tonniges, Randy Neujahr, Bill Pliefke, Ron Girard, Bryce Anderson, Lynn Boden, Keith Peterson, Monty Jones, Colin McKeag, Jim Carlson, Murray Schmoker, Ron McGimpsey, David Odgers. SECOND ROW: Mike Stromberg, Mike Sterup, Duane Hahn, Dan Dailey, Kurt Anderson, Pat Tindall, Mike Treffer, Mark Tonniges, Terry Anderson, Gordon Schott. Russell Larson, Mike lenn, Norman Larson, Tom Peterson. THIRD ROW: Mr. Cadwallader, Bob Zelasney, Clark Snodgrass, Duane Oquist, Dana Boden, Steve Kumpf, Rick Jones, Donnie Lewis, Scott Walgren, Terry Svoboda, Merle Runquist, Tim Howe, Steve Carlson, Tom Yungdahl. Accompanist: Beth Coffin. BOYS GLEE 39 CHORALIERS BACK ROW: Kurt Anderson, Terry Anderson, Keith Peterson, Lynn Boden, Mike lenn, Bryce Anderson, Dana Bo-den, Steve Tonniges. FRONT ROW: Jane Dunn, Debbie Nelson, Janis Peterson, Debbie Carlson, Linda Johnson, Sharon Green, Karen Johnson, Susie Davis. FOLKS1NGERS LEFT TO RIGHT: Mary Cerny, Rick Jones, Gaylene Carlson, Dan Daily, Barb Schott, Duane Hahn, Jim Carlson, Carolyn Wagner, Scott Walgren, Duane Oquist, Donette Gabriel, Kathy Thayer, Debbie Roehrs, Mark Tonniges. LEATHER AND LACE Jane Dunn, Bryce Anderson, Susie Davis, Keith Peterson, Debbie Nelson. DOUBLE SEXTET BACK ROW: Cindy Nahrstedt, Janet Urban, Jackie Rowan, Beth Coffin, Margie Simonsen, Sue Eikenhorst. FRONT ROW: Julie Hiemer, Sally Mills, Marcia Zedicher, Sharon Green, Linda Johnson, Karen Johnson. VOCAL SOLOISTS Dana Boden, Mark Tonniges, Terry Anderson, Susie Davis, Kurt Anderson, Duane Oquist, Keith Peterson, Jane Dunn. 41 “Carnival” Enjoyable and Impressive Harem girls, clowns, a snake charmer, and even an armless beauty were new and different features of a new and different musical presented by the Osceola student body. Carnival. Carnival, the third Broadway musical to be performed by O.H.S., centers on the struggles of a young, innocent girl, Lili, as she seeks employment in a carnival following the deaths of her parents. She becomes involved with a magician. The Magnificent Marco, and works for him for a times until she ruins one of his tricks and she is fired. She meets the puppets who become her best friends and she finds a job working with the puppets. Her presence in the act brings new life to the puppets, the puppeteer, Paul Ber-thalet, and consequently, she brings life to the carnival. The cast of 55 was supported by a 12 piece stage band. The scenery, costuming, etc., was largely done by directors Mr. Cadwallader and Mr. Schrieter. By their ingenuity, the O.H.S. auditorium was remarkably transformed into a European carnival. Three student technical directors, Sally McCoy, Bill Norton, and David Odgers, did much in the line of posters, scenery, and lighting, to making the musical a success. The musical involved many people-by participation in the cast, the stage band, and last but certainly not least, in the audience. We hope that such enthusiastic support, characteristic of O.H.S. will continue in the future. JACQUOT........................Terry Anderson ROUSTABOUTS Kurt Anderson, Dana Boden, Monty Jones, Bill Piliefke, Mark Tonniges B. F. SCHLEGEL.................Bill Norton THE INCOMPARABLE ROSALIE. . . Sue Eikenhorst MARCO THE MAGNIFICENT..........Keith Peterson PRINCESS OLGA..................Sue Leiberman GLADYS ZUWICK1.................Karen Johnson GLORIA ZUWICKI.................Margie Simonson JUGGLERS.......................Debbie Larson, Norman Larson GRETA SCHLEGEL.. LILI............. GORBERT.......... PAUL BERTHALET. . DR. GLASS........ PUPPETEERS....... ACROBATS ........ STRONG MAN ...... DOG TRAINER...... GORILLA.......... WARDROBE WOMAN TALL MAN......... GYPSIES.......... FORTUNE TELLER CLOWNS........ HAREM GIRLS BLUEBIRD GIRLS CARNIVAL PERSONNEL Jenny Cerny Susie Davis Steve Tonniges Bryce Anderson Scott Walgren Linda Johnson, Sally Mills Janis Peterson, Mari Wunderlich Lynn Boden Michael Burgess Michael VanHoo-sen Debbie Carlson Jay Richards Kathy Daily, Beth Fjell, Sandy Richards, Linda Treffer, Carolyn Wagner, Lisa Norton Sally McCoy Ann Cerny, Mary Cerny, Vicki Leach, Nancy McDonald, Malai Sterup Linda Grossnick-laus, Debbie Tonniges, Marcia Zedicher, Lorre Wobig Kathy Thayer, Jane Dunn, Don-ette Gabriel, Sharon Green Sharon Meister, Duane Hahn, Duane Oquist, Mike Stromberg, Pat Tindall, Ken Kozisek, Dan Daily Janis Peterson, Debbie Carlson, Debbie Johansen, Andy Kresha, Bill Norton, Michelle Lewis, Barb Albers, Tom Davis, Jim Green, John Fellers, Micheal Burgess. MIKE Becomes More Informative, Up-To-Date The 1970-1971 MIKE Staff consisted of the Journalism class guided by teacher-advisor, Mrs. Heth. Jim Green was chosen editor-in-chief and other studnets were appointed to various positions. This year’s MIKE was somewhat different from that of last year. It was put into actual newspaper form and its contents were restricted. Scandal sheets, senior sketches, and birthday lists were banned. Taking their place, were the editorial, movie schedules and ratings, and a special sports column. Also among the new features this year were the pictures (for which the purchase of a new camera was required). The MIKE was issued every three weeks, instead of the usual six, making a price increase necessary. This year, the MIKE Staff was accepted as a member of the Quill and Scroll—an association of school newspapers. This is a great honor for not all schools which apply for membership are accepted. Mrs. Heth and the staff should be commended for the time and effort they put into making the MIKE a great school paper! 44 STANDING: Mr. Heine, Jim Green. SEATED: Larry Neujahr, Debbie Carlson, Sally Mills, Becky McDonald, Debbie Nelson, Linda Johnson. The 1970-71 Bulldog staff worked together this year to compile an interesting and complete summary of the past school year. To achieve this goal a small change in the staff was made by the introduction of copywriters. They composed many of the stories in the annual and proved themselves to be very helpful. The other members of the staff contributed greatly also. A special tlianks goes to all those outside of the staff who helped obtain pictures for a more complete yearbook. All the renovations in the construction of the annual of last year were continued this year with a few added action shots. The staff tried to establish a good account of all O.H. S. events and activities through pictures and copy. The annual staff hopes to have gien everyone a satisfactory view and summary of school life during the 1970-71 year. Busy Annual Staff 45 John Girard, Bruce Treffer, Randy Neujahr, Mark Tonniges, Delores Nelson, Nancy McDonald, Debbie Carlson, Jackie Smith. Student Council Seeks Betterment The 1970-71 chapter of the Student Council was perhaps the most active one in the organization’s brief four year history. For this school term the council chose the following officers: Dick Wyman—president, Bruce Treffer-vice president, Debbie Carlson—secretary and treasurer, and Randy Neujar-publicity chairman. The group held frequent meetings to discuss and consider possible school problems and improvements. The council made it possible for any high school student to offer an opinion or idea through a suggestion box. Mr. Theis served as faculty advisor for the Student Council. The Student Council participated and assisted in many projects during the year. They were entitled to operate the concession stand at all the home wrestling matches. Other legislation concerned the purchase of pennants for the gymnasium. In March the Student Council chose Bryce Anderson and Debbie Nelson as March of Dimes King and Queen. All council members contributed time for selling tickets to the March of Dimes Tap Dance held in Osceola this year. The Student Council continued as a means of communication between students and administration, in addition to increasing their treasury. TOP ROW: Lori Davis, Linda Grossnicklaus, Barb Schott, Julie Hiemer, Debbie Larson, Kathy Thayer, Sally McCoy, Carolyn Wagner, Betty Kreslia, Sue Lieberman. Kathy Daily. BOTTOM ROW: Miss Ahleschwede, Barb McMeekin, Connie Lux, Marcia Zedicher, Michelle Kresha, Karen Bender, Valerie Ransom, Kathy Schott, Linda Treffer, Debbie Svoboda. F.H.A.—“Toward New Horizons” Throughout the school year the Osceola chapter of the Future Homemakers of America was continuing to prove that “F.H.A. Cares))-about providing recreational activities, educational experiences, and community service. Generating fresh enthusiasm was Miss Marlene Ahlsechwede who served as sponsor for the active group of 18 girls. With her guidance a project was initiated in which F.H.A.’ers worked for degrees given for levels of achievement in the field of homemaking. The busy agenda blasted off early in September with a party for girls wishing to join. In October eight girls attended the district convention where the suppositional question, “Which Way America?” served as a guide for discussion, lecture, and thought. A chilly November day proved no obstacle for concerned F.H.A. girls as they successfully collected $135.00 for Honey Sunday. By caroling the festive mood of December was conveyed to shut-ins. In January early practice on baking was secured by the future homemakers when they baked cookies for the Bloodmobile. And in March the newly elected officers traveled to Lincoln for the F.H.A. Leadership Conference. With their return an all-out campaign to inform people about F.H.A. was conducted. During F.H.A. Week, March 28 to April 3, a bright red and white bulletin board sporting the F.H.A. motto, “Toward New Horizons,” the red rose, the F.H.A. Prayer Song and revised Creed, as well as eight impressive goals of F.H.A. was on display in the halls of OHS. As a reflection on F.H.A. another artisitc display portrayed the theme of the week, “F.H.A. Cares!”; and from the concerned involvement F.H.A. has shown during the school year, a more accurate description of this organization would be impossible. Marcia Zedicher, Treasurer;Michelle Kresha,Secretary; Barb McMeekin. President; Val Ransom, Vice President; Connie Lux, Historian, Publicity; Karen Bender, Recreation, Song-leader. 49 rfctv esiti vKeat TONNIGES CHEVROLET ironqratulfltions to the Chevrolet Sales and Service graduating class Osceola, Nebraska Bush Brag Store Phone 747-4461 Glidden) BUILDERS SUPPLY OF OSCEOLA Ray and A1 jff LUMBER - WALL PANELING - ALUMINUM WINDOWS DOORS Remodeling Compliments Custom Cabinets of OSrFOLA NFBR 68651 PHONF 747-2741 Smith Grain Co. vL A) IlLUIX. UUUJ 1 1 llUll L '‘♦ “4 HI Osceola, Nebraska Income Disability SINCLAIR Dale and Jim Lewis Osceola, Nebraska STATION Life Fire OSCEOLA IMPLEWTT CO. 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