PJ Jacobs High School - Tattler Yearbook (Stevens Point, WI)

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MAY May 3 — Dear Diary — Today was the first day of the band tournament at Wisconsin Rapids. Everyone came back with addresses — that is everyone except those going steady. Then their eyes don ' t even wander. To get back to the business at hand, today was the day that all soloists were entered. I played a solo myself and know only too well what agonies and torture of mind the soloist goes through. It is especially horrible when you are scheduled to play at one o ' clock and don ' t play until two o ' clock. By that time the nerves of the soloist are pretty well frayed. The accompanist deserves a lot of credit, too. There is usually alvi ays the obstacle of having to play for two soloists at the same time — which you must admit is on the slightly impossible side — especially when you are supposed to be in two places at the same time. That is just one of the accompanist ' s headaches. May 4 — Today was the second day of the band tournament and what confusion — but it is pleasant confusion, what with brightly colored suits and flashing of gold and silver instruments in the warm sun. Candid camera fiends hid behind every tree and I am sure they got some in- teresting pictures. Can ' t you just see the different types of band students? There are those bookish people armed with black-rimmed glasses, adams apple and a violin flung through their arms — and can ' t you hear them say, Er, ah, pahdon me, but I see you come from Marshfield. I hear you are attempting to play ' Marche Slave ' . Now don ' t you think that at nine and ten the composer should have made the key in A minor and those quarter notes eighth notes? and so on. These are just a fev r of the things that the observant onlooker sees. Subtle ways and means of meeting people. Personally I ' m happy in my apparent oblivion. May 8 — In recognition of the fine work done by the band at the tourna- ment and the many honors they came back with, an assembly was held this morning in their honor. Each soloist who won first place was in- troduced and three quartets played their numbers. I think the band de- serves a lot of credit — don ' t you? May 9 — Tonight a large crowd attended the previewr and only showing of the Senior class play. It was a huge success and I know the actors en- joyed presenting it. In fact we were sorry when it was all over. The name of the play was New Fires and I think the play warmed many parents ' hearts. May 10 — Tonight he and I went out to the high school to dance to Laurie Brill and his scintillating music. There was a sizable crowd and you know what — ? I ' ve gotten so that I can follow him to perfection. In fact, I find it harder and less desirable to dance with other boys. My, 1 guess I ' m in a rut, but it is such a nice rut! 16 — This morning there was an assembly for the Seniors only. Later in the morning the College Men ' s Glee Club came over and sang for us. It was a pleasant hour, and the students received the Glee club with hearty applause. It is an annual event to which every student looks for- ward with much anticipation. May 16, 17, 18 — Early the morning of the sixteenth, class A soloists, who placed first at the district tournament left Stevens Point in the gray dawn for bigger places — bigger places ' tis true, but not any better. They left, with sleep in their eyes and hope in their hearts, for the national sectional music tournament which is being held in St. Paul for three days. The soloists are Harold Meacham, Dick Holcombe, Betty June Frost, Robert ' Woychowski, Robert Olson, Frederick Harriman, Joseph Heitzinger, William Steckel, James Whelihan, and Shirlee Ann Emmons. Ensembles also going are the drum ensemble, clarinet quartet, cornet quartet, and horn quartet. We wish them the best of luck — and more honors for the P. J. Jacobs High school. May 17 — Tonight he and I attended the Senior Ball. Ray Jacobs and his mellow artists played for the gala event. We were saddened by the thought that this would be our last high school dance, but it only served to let us make the most of it, so we could always carry a happy memory of our last Senior ball. May 26. Tonight the Seniors listened to the baccalaureate sermon — the preliminary to commencement exercises. JUNE June 5 — Dear Diary — Tonight has oeen the saddest yet happiest night of my life. I sincerely hate to leave high school. I feel as though I were part and parcel of it and yet I feel a glovr to know that I have passed twelve years of school and really gotten something out of them. These commencement exercises are inspiring and make you want to take the world by storm. But, underclassmen, I leave this thought with you: un- less you make yourselves enjoy school and really get something out of it, you will be unhappy persons when you grow older.

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MARCH March 7 — Dear Diary — We had an assembly this morning which we hoped would be the right send-off for the basketball team. Today is the beginning of the championship tournament at Wisconsin Rapids. From all appearances we must have given the team the right sendoff, because we beat Wisconsin Rapids, 49 to 31. Did -we ever feel good! It does some- thing to us to beat our rivals, of a long way back! March 8 — There is the best feeling of good will and enthusiasm today — I still marvel at the way the boys on the team stand up under such hearty back slapping and jovial handshaking. There was an assembly this morning at which the five boys who went to Badger Boys ' State at Delafield last summer told of their experiences. The five boys are Roman Cooper, Melvin Schuweiler, Bob Menzel, Bill Smith, and Frank Steckel. From what was said, they must have had a good time. As the second night of the tournament progressed, v e played Taylor, a good fighting team in spite of the small size of the town. We were lucky ■o pull out by a small margin, nevertheless, beating them 22 to 17 Our standing in the tournament? So far — so good! March 9 — Tonight the Girls ' Pep club had its annual banquet. It was a gala affair — there were songs and entertainment, and Mrs. Pfiffner gave an interesting talk on the past history of the club. The team went to the Rapids with light hearts, and almost confident of victory. We played Marshfield. and much to our sorrow, we were defeat- ed 24 to 23. We only hope that they will come out on top at Madison at the state tournament. Anyway the team had good backing at the Rapids. A large group of Point fans raged and cheered at the correct times. This always adds a lot and bolsters up the team ' s morale. Especially yells like these — Boo, take him out , Kill the referee and many others similar to these! March 13 — At an assembly today there were two speakers from the American Legion in Mil vaukee. The two men were Mr. Greenya and Mr. Stordock, who both were advisors at the Badger Boys ' State last summer. Mr. Greenya was a very interesting speaker. The names of the boys who go to Badger Boys ' State this summer were disclosed at this assembly. They are Jim O ' Brien, George Frost, James Kurtzweil, Donald Walker, Richard Oik, and Robert Atkins. I never saw six such happy boys at one time. March 29 — The nicest time I ' ve ever had in my four years of high school I had tonight. The happy occasion was the Junior Prom, and of course you ' ve guessed it, I went with him. I got a new dress and new shoes and all else that goes with it. This all went into making a v onderful evening. He had a new topcoat and looked absolutely handsome. I hate to think that it is my last prom — you lucky underclassmen! APRIL April 1 — Dear Diary — Well, little fools, did any foolish fools fool you on April Fools day? What fools these mortals be. April 3 — Forensic contests were held in school to eliminate some people and keep others. There was a lot of good natured rivalry all day. April 5 — There was a dance at the High school tonight, dancing to famous orchestras reproduced on those black waxed discs more commonly known as records. He and 1 v.rent out and danced quite a few dances and left for further enjoyments. April 10 — Those declaimers and orators vrho v ere not eliminated here went to Wisconsin Rapids today to participate in the contest there. April 12 — The police cadets sponsored a very nice dance tonight — the second annual Policeman ' s Ball. Music was furnished by Benny Graham and his orchestra. Leering blue-uniformed police caricatures pointed ac- cusing fingers and billy clubs at innocent dancers who flaunted by. This was a standing date with him per usual. Oh, gosh, I always have such an enjoyable time when I ' m with him. You haven ' t heard much about him lately have you? We ' ve both been quite busy, but not too busy to see enough of each other. We always walk to class together and frequently he escorts me home after school, especially during these pleas- ant, balmy spring days. April 17 — The district Forensic contest was held at the college today. There were two entries from our high school, Esther Moreau and Melvin Schu ' weiler, who both ■won first places in serious declamation and oratory, respectively. April 19 — One of the most colorful events of the year in Stevens Point is the annual band festival. Many bands, some 30 or 40 participated today, both in concert playing and in the parade. Our senior band won a trophy for marching. April 25 — Today we inaugurated our first All Guidance Day. Most of the credit is due to Mrs. Pfiffner for her diligent work to make this day a success. Juniors and Seniors attended the lectures and apparently gained much knowledge concerning future vocations. PAGE 13

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