Petersburg High School - Pirateer Yearbook (Petersburg, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 72 of the 1982 volume:

THE PIRATEER 1982 All The World’s Our Stage Table of Contents Introduction ...........2 Organizations ..........3 Sports ................15 Student Life ..........33 People ...............49 Petersburg Public School Petersburg, Nebraska 68652 PROLOGUE “All The World’s Our Stage” Those of you who have a nodding acquaintance with Shakespeare’s play “As You Like It” will recognize that we paraphrased this year’s title from the famous speech “The Seven Ages of Man,” which reads in part: “All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances, And one man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages. First, the infant, ... And then the whining schoolboy, with his satchel And shining morning face, creeping like snail Unwillingly to school .. We have tried to show the second age of man — the schoolboy — as it was performed here at Pe- tersburg this year. So, I welcome you to the Petersburg Public School’s 1982 production of “All the World’s Our Stage.” The actors, stage crew and producers con- sisted of our student body, staff and faculty, and administration. The parts we played taught us how to cooperate with each other and to get along in life. Just like in a theatrical production, we had to work together to give a shining performance. To those who receive this book, we hope you enjoy our performance as much as we loved presenting it. Brenda Ann Pelster Editor-In-Chief 2 Shakespeare, William. “As You Like It.” Act II, Scene 7. Student Council: L to R (back row) Doug Koch, Sponsor Mr. Cunningham, Tom Foss; (center row) Jeanine Ket- teler, Secretary-Treasurer Anita Benda, President Brenda Pelster; (front row) Tom Temme, Reporter Vickie Johnson, Vice-President Angie Benda. Student leaders elected by peers As usual with the opening of the new school year, each class held elections to select those of their classmates whom they thought would do a good job leading them in their class and representing them in Student Council. Each class elected a president, vice-president, and secretary-treasurer (see next page). It was the responsibility of these students to organize and plan for dances, operation of the concessions stand, cake raffles and other money-making projects. This year most of the classes were involved in improving the condition of their own class treasury. The Senior and Junior classes sold magazines subscriptions and record albums. The Seniors used their funds to finance the annual “Sneak Day” trip in May. They went to “Worlds of Fun” in Kansas City. The Junior class also sponsored the Chili Supper, on the night of the school play. The supper helped to finance the Junior-Senior Prom, which was a rewarding occasion for everyone in attendance. The Sophomores sponsored an informal dance, shortly after Valentines Day, to earn money and provide a break in the school routine. It will be their responsibility to produce the Junior-Senior Prom in 1983. The Freshmen helped to operate the concessions stand, but because it was their first year, they did not sponsor any school event. Elections for Student Council began in homeroom, where each class elected two representatives. The representatives then met and elected officers from among their membership. Their primary project in 1982 was sponsorship of a “Film Festival” on April Fools’ Day. The films shown that evening were two comedies: “The Little Rascals” and “The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again.” The movie goers all had a good time. 4 Senior Class Officers: Larry Starman, President; Chuck Johnson, Vice-President; John Seier, Secretary-Trea- surer. Sophomore Class 6fficers: Mike Spieker, President; Ken Leifeld, Vice-President; Rolan Knust, Secretary-Trea- surer. Junior Class Officers: Colleen Spieker, President; Diane Luettel, Vice-President; Clyde Stuhr, Secretary-Trea- surer. Freshman Class Officers: Bob Veik, President; Roger Seier, Vice-President; Jeanine Ketteler, Secretary-Trea- surer. 5 P-Club members stage annual tournament Each year the P-Club sponsors the annual Freshman-Sophomore Basketball Tournament. This year’s Tournament was an especially happy event for P.H.S. because our Pirates took second place. The purposes of the tournament are to promote good sportsmanship and to raise funds for the Annual Sports Awards Banquet. Guest Speaker at this year’s Awards Banquet was Allen Lyday, a member of the football team at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Mr. Lyday spoke on the importance of sports to developing one’s potential. He also presented a University of Nebraska football, autographed by the 1981-82 Cornhuskers, to Club President Larry Starman. Mr. Lyday’s speech was followed by presentation of the Most Valuable and Most Improved Player Awards by Coaches Sorensen and Stewart to the Volleyball, Football and Basketball team members. All-Conference Players and varsity letter winners also were honored. The Banquet closed with the presentation of Pep Club Awards by Miss Greteman and announcement of the 1982-83 Cheerleaders. The 1982 P-Club: L to R (back row) Tom Temme, Dale Henn, -leanine Ketteler, Gary Pelster, Bob Veik, Roger Seier, Vin Wiegand; (fifth row) John O’Cilka, Lori Iburg, Jean Luettel, Marlene Salber, Jackie Daly; (fourth row) Mary Jo Henn, Anita Benda, Vickie Johnson, Mike Spieker, Duane Scholl, Dave Sandman, Rolan Knust; (third row) Barb Johnson, Wendy Spieker, Michelle Benda, Alvin Starman, Doug Koch, Clyde Stuhr, Rick Pelster; (second row) John Seier, Bev Scholl, Bren- da Pelster, Tom Foss, Angie Benda, Diane Luettel, Colleen Spieker; (in front) Presi- dent Larry Starman, Treasurer Ken Lei- feld, Vice-President Larry Temme, Secre- tary Lucy Knust, Club Sponsor Mrs. Viola REmmeried. Bottom left. Guest Speaker Allen Lyday describes his athletic career in high school and college. Bottom right, Miss Sorensen congratulates the All-Conference Volley- ball Players, Brenda Pelster, Colleen Spieker and Vickie Johnson, and presents Brenda and Colleen with the Most Valu- able and Most Improved Player Awards. 6 Top left, Coach Stewart (far right) poses with this year’s All-Conference Football Players, Larry Temme, Larry Starman, Rick Pelster and Doug Koch. Top right, Mr. Stewart presents the Most Valuable and Most Improved Football Player awards to Larry Starman and Mike Spieker. Center left, All- Conference Basketball player Brenda Pelster holds her Most Valuable Player Award as Wendy Spieker receives the Most Improved Basketball Player award from Coach Sorensen. Above, Mr. Stewart hands the Most Improved and Most Valuable Basketball Player awards to Ken I eifeld and All-Conference Player Larry Temme. At left, Mrs. Remmeried congratulates the Best Senior Athletes, Brenda Pelster and John Seier, after presenting them with their awards at the Academic Awards Assembly in May. 7 Spirit and pride get able assistance The Pep Club and Cheerleaders had a great time supporting the team at games. In addition to inspiring the P.H.S. teams and fans, the Pep Club sponsored the annual Homecoming Dance. They operated the concessions stand at the football games to finance the dance. The members divided themselves into four groups to plan for the dance, with each group responsible for either decorations, food, advertising or the coronation. As always, the dance was a big success. Some members were also active in the Pep Band. Their final project for 1982 was conducting the elections for the 1982-83 Cheerleaders, who were presented to the public at the Awards Banquet. At right, the 1981-82 Cheerleaders; (top to bottom) Jean Luettel, Angie Benda, Anita Benda, Jeanine Ketteler, Head Cheerleader Brenda Pelster. Below, the Cheerleaders present many interesting routines and pyramids at the football and basketball games to help encourage the teams and inspire the fans. Bottom right, Angie Benda and Brenda Pelster are a “Dynamic Duo” on “Twins Day” during Spirit Week, wearing one of their Cheerleader Camp outfits. 8 HUFFMAN’S BROOKS CHAPEL Elgin, NE 68636 402 843-5400 At left. Pep Club Sponsor Miss Greteman poses with this year’s Most Valuable and Most Outstanding Pep Club members, Colleen Spieker and Wendy Spieker, respectively. Center left, the 1982-83 Cheerleader Squad: L to R Brenda Staashelm, Kim Thieman, Angie Benda, Anita Benda, Jean Luettel, Jeanine Ketteler. Below, Pep Club members help to inspire the team at a football game. Bottom, the combined Pep Club and Cheerleader Squad: L to R (back row) Diane Luettel, Jean Luettel, Brenda Pelster, Secretary Lucy Knust, President Colleen Spieker, Vice-President Wendy Spieker, Jeanine Ketteler, Mary Jo Henn, Sponsor Miss Greteman; (front row) Rhonda Wiegand, Angie Benda, Treasurer Marlene Salber, Merit Keeper, Michelle Benda, Anita Benda, Kim Benda. At left, the Concert and Marching Band: L to R (back row) Director Dave Gallion, Vin Wiegand, Rick Pelster, Paul Koch, Jeff Staashelm; (middle row, staggered) Clint Baumgartner, Doug Wiegand, Colleen Spieker, Bev Scholl, Brenda Staashelm, Ken Majerus, Kim Thieman, Jeanine Ketteler, Paul Podany; (front row) Jennifer O’Cilka, Rhonda Wiegand, Diane Luettel, Wendy Spieker, Brenda Jo Spieker. Center left, the Flag Carriers: L to R (staggered) Neil Baumgartner, Lisa Thieman, Troy Johnson, Jason O’Cilka, Tammy Zabka, Scott Thieman, Amy Bottorf. 10 Instrumental soloists, Diane Luettel and Colleen Spieker represent P.H.S. at the District Music Contest; Jennifer O’Cilka and Rhonda Wiegand performed a flute duet. At left, departing senior, Bev Scholl, plays her trombone for the Veterans’ Day Program. HINTZMAN MACHINING SUPPLY RR-3 Box 158A Albion, NE 68620 402 395-6024 CROP AGVISORY SERVICE, INC. Randy Score Box 286 Elgin, NE 68636 402 843-2411 Youthful band gains experience The band consisted of eighteen members, half of whom were Junior High age or younger. Under the Direction of Mr. Gal- lion, they gained experience playing for pep rallies and games, and performing in half- time shows and the Homecom- ing parade. After Homecoming, the band participated in the Veterans’ Day Program and the Christmas Show. The musical year concluded with prepara- tions for the annual District Music Contest in May. The band will lose only one senior member, Bev Scholl. Top left. Drum Majorette, Brenda Pelster, leads the band’s performance at the Homecoming half- time show. Center left, Rhonda Wiegand, who represented P.H.S. at the Kearney State Band Clinic, plays a flute solo for the Christmas Pro- gram. Above, the Pep Band adds extra spirit at the football and basketball games, and the youn- ger band members get extra practice playing to- gether. At left, Diane Luettel receives the John Philip Sousa Band Award and the Chopin Piano Award from Mr. Gallion during Awards Day cere- monies in May. Top left, Girls’ Glee: L to R (back row) L. Iburg, A. Benda, V. Johnson, B. Pelster, L. Knust, Dir. D. Gallion; (center row) D. Luettel, C. Spieker, J. Ketteler, M. Benda, C. Majerus, B. Johnson; (front row) R. Wiegand, K. Benda, A. Benda, J. Luettel, M. Salber. Center left, Mixed Ensemble: L to R (back row) Dir. Gallion, J. O’Cilka, R. Pelster, C. Stuhr, J. Seier, D. Luettel; (front row) C. Spieker, B. Pelster, J. Ketteler, A. Benda, L. Knust, J. Luettel, M. Salber. At right, Girls’ Octet: L to R (back row) L. Iburg, V. Johnson, A. Benda, B. Johnson; (front row) D. Luettel, K. Ketteler, B. Pelster, M. Benda, L. Knust. Center right, Lucy Knust, who performed a solo at District Contest, receives the National Choral Award from Mr. Gallion at the Awards Assembly. 12 KANSAS-NEBRASKA NATURAL GAS CO. 233 South 4th Street Albion, NE 68620 Chorus and Speech membership increases This year’s speech contest participation more than doubled from last year. Lucy Knust (top right, facing page) went to State Competition in Interpretation of Prose Literature, by earning a Superior rating at District. Two groups of students participated in Interpretation of Drama: Tom Temme, Barb Johnson and Gary Pelster (center right), and Diane Luettel, Jeanine Ketteler, Dale Henn, Roger Seier and Bob Veik (bottom right). Both groups received a 2 at Conference. The Duet Acting team of Michelle Benda and Ken Leifeld (bottom left) received a 2 at both Conference and District. Carol Majerus and Bev Scholl (center left) represented P.H.S. in Oral Interpretation of Poetry; each received a 2 at District. Charol participation also increased, including participation by the boys in Mixed Ensemble. The other choral groups representing P.H.S. at District Contest were Girls’ Glee and Girls’ Octet (see facing page). An All-High School Chorus also participated in the Christmas Concert. WHITE STAR OIL CO. Albion, NE 68620 402 395-2507 13 The 1982 Annual Staff: I. to R (back row) Mike Spieker, Michelle Benda, Barb John- son, Anita Benda, Wendy Spieker, Mary Jo Henn; (middle row) Editor Brenda Pelster, Asst. Editor Ken Leifeld, Bus. Mgr. Angie Benda, Lucy Knust, Colleen Spieker, Jean Luettel, Diane Luettel, Art Coordinator Bev Scholl, Sales Mgr. John Seier; (front row) Kim Benda, Jackie Daly, Rhonda Wiegand. School year condensed by Annual staff The 1982 Annual was produced through the com- bined efforts of the above pictured staff. The most noticeable change in this year’s book was the use of colored stock paper for the individual portrait section. In keeping with our theme of the theatre, we placed this section in the back of the Annual, where it usually may be found in a play or opera program. The other major changes were the use of cluster captions throughout the yearbook and smaller sentence style headlines. We hope our ef- forts meet with your approval. Senior art class leaves its mark Chuck Johnson, Tom Foss and Larry Starman found a legitimate way to permanently remind future Pirates that they were here. “Na- ture’s Threshold” is not the ulti- mate in graffiti, but a beautiful mural which the Senior Art Class completed as a third quarter pro- ject on the Art Room wall. It is a gift to the school of which we are all justly proud. 14 Full Team: L to R (back row) Coaches Stewart and Dalton, Vin Wiegand, Rog- er Seier, Dale Henn, Rolan Knust, John O’Cilka, Managers Clyde Stuhr, Bob Veik, and Gary Pelster; (middle row) Rick Pelster, John Seier, and Doug Koch; (front row) Larry Temme, Alvin Starman, Tom Temme, Ken Leifeld, and Mike Spieker; (missing) Larry Starman. Above left, Rick Pelster eludes a Loup County man in the First quarter of the homecoming game. Above right, Roger Seier races toward the goal line with a Loup County man in hot pursuit, for a 64 yard gain. Roger was stopped on the one yard line. At right, Coach Stewart gives a pep talk during a disheartening halftime at Humphrey. The Pirates scored two touch- downs in the fourth quarter — a feat not accomplished by many other teams against the Bulldogs. 16 Gridiron Pirates show The Pirates went through a rebuilding season this year as they ended the season with an 0-7 record. Though out-sized and out-numbered every game, the Pirates managed to come up with some inter- esting statistics. Doug Koch led all rushers with 360 yards. Rick Pelster followed with 318, and John Seier had 101. Larry Temme gained All- Conference honors with 29 receptions for 244 their mettle yards. Rick Pelster led the scoring department with seven touchdowns and one point-after-at- tempt for 44 points; Doug Koch had 40. Senior Larry Starman topped the defensive charts with 202 tackles. The departing Pirates are John Seier and Larry Starman. The Gridiron team will be looking forward anxiously to the 1982 season. Above left, Rick Pelster is stopped after a short gain against Loup County. In on the play are Mike Spieker and John Seier. Above, Larry Temme pulls in a pass for a touchdown against Loup County. At left, Doug Koch turns up-field for a gain against Bartlett. D J USED TRUCKS E. HWY. 32, Petersburg, NE 68652 402 386-5271 Ketteler Oil Company 386-5407 or 386-5312’ Petersburg, NE 68652 Varsity Pirates persevere in losing volleyball season The varsity volleyball season was a tough one for the team, with only one returning letterman. The team’s overall record was 4-15. Although the girls may not have had a winning season, their endur- ance and pride never seemed to stop pushing them forward. Fortunately, the team will lose only two members this year, departing seniors Brenda Pel- ster and Bev Scholl. With most of the experienced varsity team returning, the prospects look good for next season. Above, Angie Benda carefully dinks one over onto Lindsay's court. Top right, Wendy Spieker gives one of her “power” serves to the Humphrey team. At right, Wendy Spieker sets a great one as the Pirates go on to beat the Elgin Eagles. ALBION LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC. Leon Nelson - Owner Manager Albion, NE 35-2188 KAYTON INTERNATIONAL, INC. International Harvester Sales Service Albion, NE 395-2181 The Varsity Volleyball Team: L to R (back row) student manager Diane Luettel, Anita Benda, Jean Luettel, Jackie Daly, Wendy Spieker, Angie Benda, student manager Barb Johnson; (front row) Coach Lori Sorensen, Vickie Johnson, Jeanie Ketteler, Colleen Spieker, Brenda Pelster, Bev Scholl, Lucy Knust, Assistant Coach Mary Ann Greteman. Center left, Brenda Pelster slams one of her power driven spikes onto the enemy’s court, during the Petersburg Quadrangular game against Humphrey. Above, Colleen Spieker gracefully spikes one right over the head of a Humphrey Bulldog. At left, the Pirate team is ready as Colleen Spieker bumps one up for a spike against Orchard. 19 Junior Varsity girls gain in both experience and skill The Junior Varsity team en- joyed a fairly good season with a record of 4-8. These J.V. games enabled the younger members of the team to gain much needed experience. The girls were always anxious and willing to get out and play. At left, the J.V. Volleyball Team: L to R (back row) Marene Salber, Jackie Daly, Rhonda Wiegand, Jean Luettel; (front row) Kim Benda, Mary Jo Henn, Michelle Benda, Carol Majerus, Jeanine Ketteler, Coach Greteman. 20 PETERSBURG ELEVATOR Box 7 Petersburg, NE 386-5482 ANDRE’S STORE Main Street Petersburg, NE 68652 A. ' This page: At left, the Pirate J.V. girls get ready for the serve. Below, Mary Jo Henn bumps one over to the opponent’s court at a home game. Bottom left, Jeanine Ketteler is up at the net attempting to block a hard driven spike. Bottom right, Vickie Johnson prepares for a block. Facing page: Bottom left, the J.V. team takes a time out during a tough game against Elgin, for advice on strate- gy from Coach Greteman. Bottom right. Rhonda Wie- gand moves into position and watches for the Pirate serve. WESTSIDE AUTO SALES REPAIR Elgin, NE 68636 402 843-2400 HAROLD’S BOOTS AND CLOTHING Elgin, NE 68636 402 843-5401 21 Pirates mount a shooting star The 1981-1982 basketball season proved to be quite a show. The Pirates displayed a lot of talent and promise for the future. The Pirate bucketeers started out the season by defeating Spalding, but could not get back on the winning track until Bartlett fell in overtime. Sante had a long bus ride home after their loss. Although Linsay, Cedar Rapids and Chambers had to really work to defeat the Purple and White, Silver Creek had the luck of the bounce in District play and ended the Pirate season, winning by two points, 71-69. Graduation will have little affect on next year’s team and the dreams and goals of the players have been set as high as the State Playoffs. Below, John Seier brings the ball down court at the Conference Tourna- ment. while Larry Temme provides backup. At right, “Up, over, around and through. Come on Rick, put it through.” Rick Pelster makes two more from the free throw line. Full Team: L to R (back row) Manager Vin Wiegand, Clint Baumgartner, Rolan Knust, Dale Henn, Ken Leifeld, Bob Veik, Gary Pelster; (front row) Doug Koch, Rick Pelster, Tom Temme, Larry Temme, Clyde Stuhr, John Seier, Roger Seier and Coach Stewart. 22 Top left, Larry Temme scores another needed two points in the overtime victory against Wheeler Central. Top right, Clyde Stuhr’s hustle and determination pay off on this jump ball as he towers over his Bartlett opponent. Left, Doug Koch puts up another surefire jump shot, while an opponent makes a fruitless attempt to distract him. Above, Larry Temme looks for an open teammate or the lane to the basket. WILGOCKI INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. Box 405, Elgin, NE 68636 402 843-5529 23 Pirates burst with youthful talent The Pirates were the second-place finishers in the annual Freshman-Sopnomore Tour- nament hosted by the P-Club here at Peters- burg. They defeated Elgin-Pope John in the second round of action, by two points in a hard fought game, but were defeated by Humphrey St. Francis for the championship. Above left, Rolan Knust, on the defensive, intimidates an Elgin-Pope John opponent. Above right, Bob Veik halts an opponent’s drive toward the basket. At left, the Fresh- man-Sophomore team proudly poses with their trophy. They are: L to R (back row) Manager Vin Wiegand, Gary Pelster, Bob Veik, Clint Baumgartner, Coach Stewart; (front row) Rolan Knust, Dale Henn, Tom Temme, Ken Leifeld, Roger Seier. All of the team members saw action on the court during the tournament, and contributed their part to the team honor. The team poses together moments after receiving their trophy. Above right, Tom Temme works the ball in closer before taking a jump shot. Above, action is so tense, Roger Seier makes the lay up shot, but is called for a foul. At right, Ken Leifeld looks for an open teammate when his drive toward the basket is blocked. ELGIN MILLS, INC. Petersburg Elevator Elgin Petersburg, Nebrask Lady hoop-ers rebuild team The Girls’ Basketball Team had a tough season; the overall record was 1-10. Only one starter re- turned from last year’s team; con- sequently, the Pirates had to re- build from scratch. The average points per game was 35, with the highest scoring game of 46 points in the District Tournament against Snyder. With the loss of only two seniors, Brenda Pelster and Bev Scholl, the possibilites look good for next season. Full Team: L to R (back row) Vickie Johnson, Lori Iburg, Marlene Salber, Jackie Daly, Rhonda Wiegand, Jeanine Ketteler, student managers Michelle Benda and Barb Johnson; (front row) Lucy Knust, Coach Sorensen, Colleen Spieker, Brenda Pelster. Bev Scholl, Asst. Coach Greteman, Wendy Spieker. Above, Bev Scholl is wide open for a rebound in the game against Bartlett. Middle right, Marlene Salber eludes her confused Pope John opponents. At right, Asst Coach Greteman lays out game strategy to the J.V. SUNSET LANES LOUNGE Bowling-Meals-Rec. Room Elgin, NE 843-9970 VON BONN’S FEED SERVICE Box 23 Petersburg, NE 402 386-5272 Top left, Colleen Spieker shoots a jumpshot as other lady Pirates move in for the rebound. Top right, Lucy Knust sinks another bucket for the Pirates in a hard fought game against Elgin. Middle left, an all out effort is displayed by Wendy Spieker in a jumpball against a tough competitor. Above, Brenda Pelster puts in two more with an outside jumpshot against Bartlett. At left, Colleen Spieker puts forth extra effort in a fight for the rebound. 27 Track teams uphold school honor Both of the track teams did very well this season, consid- ering their youth and inexperience. Individually, Bev Scholl placed in Discus and Shotput; Jeanine Ketteler placed in the Long Jump, and the Girls 2-Mile Relay Team also placed at Conference. Both of the Boys Relay Teams placed in the meets and tournaments. The boys broke many records, and also won a trophy in the 2-Mile Relay at Lynch. Individually, Clyde Stuhr placed in the Hurdles, Mike Spieker in the Long Jump, Bob Veik in the Mile and 800, Roger Seier in the 800, and Rick Pelster in the 400 and Hurdles. It was a good year. Below, Clyde Stuhr clears the Intermediate Hurdles at the Conference Tournament to set a new school record. Below bottom, Bob Veik brings home the baton in the 2-Mile Relay at Neligh; the team placed first a Lynch and second at Districts in this event. Above top, the Girls Track Team: L to R, Coach Sorensen, Bev Scholl, Mary Jo Henn, Jeanine Ketteler, Jean Luettel, Marlene Salber, Jackie Daly. Above, Bev Scholl receives the MVP for the boys, and Malene Salber and Mike Spieker were Most Improved for their respective teams. 28 At left, the Boys Track Team: L to R (back row) Coach Dalton, Duaen Scholl, John Seier, Rick Pelster, Clyde Stuhr, Mike Spieker; (front row) Bob Veik, John O’Cilka, Roger Seier. Center left, J. Daly shows her form in the Long Jump at Neligh. Top right, J. Seier, part of the winning 2-Mile Team, competes here in the 800 Meter Run. At left, M. Spieker takes a hand-off from R. Pelster in the Mile Relay. Above, J. Ketteler strides toward the stretch in the Mile Relay at Conference. 29 Junior High sports are reactivated The Junior High intermural sports program was reactivated this year because of an increase in the number of students. The sports in which the stu- dents participated were Volleyball, Co-ed Basket- ball and Track. The girls volleyball team beat Spalding in their one and only outing, during Spirit Week. The basketball season was made pos- sible because the other junior high schools fielded co-ed teams also. A lack of heighth and experience on the P.H.S. team resulted in a disappointing season, with no wins but a lot of fun. Miss Grete- man was coach for both the volleyball and basket- ball teams. Both the boys and girls track teams were coached by Mr. Dalton. At their Sandhills Gateway Con- ference Track Meet, Todd Jennings placed third in the 60 yard dash. Randy Johnson and Todd Jennings placed fourth and fifth in the 100 yard run. Randy placed fifth in the 220 yard run, and Randy and Todd placed third and fifth in the 440 yard run. The eighth grade girls relay team placed second in the 440 relay. Several other runners placed in their heats, and all completed their events. At right, the winning Jr. High Volleyball Team: L to R (back row) Brenda Staashelm, Kim Thieman; (front row) Jackie Thieman, Diane Spieker, Brenda Spieker, Jennifer O’Cilka. Below, Miss Greteman gives helpful advice to the Jr. High Volleyball team at Spalding. Below right, her teammates stand ready as Diane Spieker prepares to serve to Spalding opponents. 30 JERRY’S FEED SERVICE Jerry or Ed Faust Elgin, NE 843-5622 JENSEN’S TV Service Sales Elgin, NE 68636 At left, the 1982 Junior High Basketball and Track Team: L to R (back row) Basketball Coach Miss Greteman, Todd Jennings, Randy Johnson, Jeff Staashelm, Track Coach Mr. Dalton; (middle row) Brenda Staashelm, Tom Miller, Benda Spieker, Doug Wiegand, Diane Spieker; (front row) Jackie Thieman, Kim Thieman, Jennifer O’Cilka. Center left, Randy Johnson catches a ball from the sideline and prepares to dribble down court. Center right, Jackie Thieman puts her body and soul into this jumpball against Spalding. Bottom left, Jeff Staashelm brings the ball down court, while Randy Johnson anticipates a pass. Bottom right, Randy Johnson overcomes his lack of heighth in a jump ball against a taller Spalding opponent, with his aggressive spirit. KNOTTY PINE “Beer and Liquor” HWY 14, Petersburg, NE 31 1981-82 Pirate FOOTBALL PHS 16 Lindsay H.F. Opp. 30 6 Chambers 42 16 Elgin 43 12 Humphrey S.F. 64 32 Clearwater 62 24 Wheeler Central 53 26 Taylor (Loup County) 42 BOYS BASKETBALL Varsity PHS Opp. 44 Spalding 29 53 Elgin 63 48 Lindsay 61 45 Monroe 64 57 Cedar Rapids 68 33 Humprev 96 42 Clearwater (Conf.) 78 71 Wheeler Central OT 70 46 Clearwater 75 77 Santee 68 50 Chambers 60 69 Silver Creek (Dist.) 71 Junior Varsity 32 Lindsay 25 40 Cedar Rapids 45 47 Clearwater 45 47 Santee 25 Fr-So Tournament 46 Elgin. Pope John 45 38 Humphrey S.F. 49 Scoreboard PHS VOLLEYBALL Opp. 0 Lindsay H.F. 2 0 Orchard 2 0 Chambers 2 Petersburg Quadrangular 0 Humphrey 2 1 Spalding 2 2 Elgin 1 0 Humphrey S.F. 2 0 Clearwater 2 0 Elkhorn Valley Tournament Elkhorn Valley 2 2 O’Neill St. Mary 1 0 Battle Creek 2 2 Wheeler Central 1 2 Orchard Invitational Naper 0 0 Clearwater 2 0 Spalding 2 1 Cedar Rapids 2 0 Taylor (Loup County) 2 0 Chambers (Conf.) 2 0 Monroe (Dist.) 2 PHS GIRLS BASKETBALL Opp. 29 Spalding 18 43 Elgin 47 37 Elgin, Pope John 42 31 Monroe 61 34 Humphrey, S.F. 75 43 Humphrey 70 27 Elgin (Conf.) 39 30 Wheeler Central 58 35 Clearwater 82 32 Chambers 79 46 Snyder (Dist.) 59 32 NEW SCHOOL TRACK RECORDS Event Record Holder 100m Hurdles 110m High Hurdles 300m Inter Hurdles 400m Relay 1600m Relay 3200m Relay Long Jump J. Ketteler C. Stuhr C. Stuhr R. Seier, R. Pelster, C. Stuhr, M. Spieker M. Spiekr, R. Pelster, J. Seier, R. Seier J. Seier, R. Seier, C. Stuhr, B. Veik M. Spieker Pirates show their spirit Before we knew it, Spirit Week had rolled around again and everyone got into the spirit of Homecoming. Each day of Spirit Week was dedicated to a special theme, as follows: Monday - Black and Blue Day. This was what the Loup County Wildcats were supposed to look like when we got through with them. Tuesday - Roll Up Day. Even the boys rolled up their hair, wore rolling pins around their necks and rolled their pants up and socks down. Wednesday - Fifties Day. This day we sent the teachers down memory lane by dressing up in the clothing styles of their youth. Thursday - Twins Day. Some of the teachers surprised us by going along with it. Mr. Cunningham, Mr. Hoffman, and Mr. Stewart showed up as the “Blues Triplets.” Friday - Purple and White Day. We showed our spirit by wearing our school colors. On Friday, we all marched down Main Street to the park for the pep rally, led by the band. The teachers performed the skit, demonstrating 200 years of High School Spirit — starting with the Pilgrims. The pep rally ended with our demonstrating 1982 Purple and White Spirit. Our volleyball and football teams put forth a valiant effort that night. Top right, Diane Luettel and Colleen Spieker clown around in home- room, wearing their unique look-alike outfits on Twins Day. Above, Gary Pelster, along with many other boys took an active part on Roll Up Day. At right, Brenda Pelster and Carol Majerus could by mistak- en for their mothers, from whom they undoubtedly borrowed their Fifties Day outfits. CLAIRE’S UPHOLSTERY Box 172 Petersburg, NE 386-5314 Top left, Gary Pelster gets tossed across in the class competition at the Homecoming pep rally. Above, Miss Sorensen plays a Wild West cheerleader in the teachers’ skit on Purple and White Day. Center left, the football team was presented to the fans before the opening kick-off. Seen here is John Seier ( 12) coming through the archway. Bottom left and right, the band leads the student body around and through Petersburg, ending with a march down Main Street, for our annual Homecoming pep rally at the city park. 35 Homecoming was a time for us The Homecoming dance on Saturday night climaxed a week of spirit- ed activities and sports events. This year’s dance theme taken from the song “Endless Love,” was “Our Lives Have Just Begun.” Last year’s royalty, Larry Seier and Connie Seier, were on hand to crown John Seier and Brenda Pelster as the 1981 Homecoming King and Queen. The evening was a time for us to dress up, enjoy each other’s company, and reflect on the week that had just past. Top left, the 1981 Homecoming Atten- dants are Freshmen Tom Temme and Jeanine Ketteler, Juniors Rick Pelster and Wendy Spieker, and Sophomores Vickie Johnson and Ken Leifeld. Above, the 1981 candidates for Home- coming King and Queen are introduced to the public during half-time activities at the football game on Friday night. At right, top and bottom, taking their first and last dance as King and Queen are the 1981 and 1980 royalty, respectively. 36 Above top, Queen Brenda and King John pose with their Court before the dancing resumes. The Homecoming Royalty and Court were nominated and elected by the entire student body dur- ing Spirit Week. Above left, the 1981 Senior candidates waiting expectantly for the announcement of the King and Queen are Patty Woeppel, Larry Star- man, John Seier, Bev Scholl, Chuck Johnson, Tom Foss and Brenda Pelster. Above right, King John Seier and Queen Brenda Pelster are presented to their classmates, relatives and friends following their coronation. WOLF BROTHERS REICH, INC. W’agonhammer Ranches Box 548 Albion, NE 402 395-2178 ELGIN DRUG STORE Jerry Sheets, R.P. Elgin, NE 402 843-5555 37 Pirates try theater in the round The Salami Opera Company is about to go out of busi- ness in the hamlet of Desert Rat, Arizona. The villan- eous Baron Von Wolfpack finds out that the prima donna, Alma Pumpernickle, will inherit a fortune in gold mines. Trying desperately to get her money, the Baron would marry her himself, but he has his pride to protect. The Baron and his accomplice, Lily Liverspot, develop a scheme. Lily discovers the young nobleman, Count Onitt pre- tending to be Billy Bright, a composer. She schemes to have the young people marry so that Alma can get Billy’s title. After the marriage is annulled, Wolfpack could marry Alma and her gold mines. In an hilarious wedding scene, the marriage takes place without the bride and groom meeting one another. Before Wolfpack can claim his prize, he has to deal with Madam Violetta. To add to his problems, Cap’n Alkali comes with bad news. The melodrama comes to a cli- max with the performance of “111 Pistachio” and the complete ruin of the villan Von Wolfpack’s evil plot. Below, the villaneous Baron (Ken Leifeld) schemes with his accomplice Lily (Michelle Benda) to acquire the heroine’s gold mines. Bottom left, Carol Majerus prac- tices her walk and sign changing routine. Bottom right, Duane Scholl and Clyde Stuhr practice their dual hero roles of Claude Hopper and Count Onitt, respectively. DOC’S STANDARD Albion, NE 68620 WELLS REXALL DRUG HALLMARK SHOP 113 S. 4th St. 395-2184 Albion, NE 68620 Top left, the cast of “No Opera at the Op’ry House Tonight”: L to R (back row) Duane Scholl, Tom Foss, Clyde Stuhr, Dave Sandman, Director Dave Gallion, Ken Lei- feld; (middle row) Vickie Johnson, Brenda Pelster, Diane Luettel, Michelle Benda; (front row) Rhonda Wiegand, Carol Ma- jerus, Teresa Jennings. Middle left, after a long separation, Betty Onitt (Vickie John- son) and Claude Hopper (Duane Scholl) finally reunite in Desert Rat, Arizona. Bot- tom left, Billy Bright (Clyde Stuhr) and Alma Pumpernickle (Diane Luettel) get married incognito, at what one would hardly describe as a wedding. Below, “Issi- mos cost extra!” The villaneous Baron dis- covers that even bribery is affected by in- flation, when he pays the Indian (Dave Sandman) to cheer many “bravissimos” at the first night performance of “111 Pista- chio.” 39 Grade school steals the Christmas show The All-School Christmas Show was presented 11 days before Christmas. The All-High School Mixed Chorus opened with a medley of Christmas songs, accompanied by Diane Luettel at the piano. Instrumental performances were provided by Jennifer O’Cilka and Brenda Spieker, Rhonda Wiegand, and Todd Thieman. In addition, the Junior High Chorus performed two Christmas songs accompanied by Brenda Staashelm. However, the Elementary students literally stole the show with two skits entitled “Santa and Mrs. Santa Know Best” and “Second Hand Presents” and especially with their mini-musical “The Elf Factory,” featuring the Kindergarten in two special numbers. The audience was delighted and many parents were justly proud of their children. The Concert Band closed the show with a medley of songs and carols, ending with “Auld Lang Syne.” Top left, the All-High School Mixed Chorus, directed by Mr. Gallion, begins the program by singing a medley of songs. Above, Santa, played by Marty Henn, talks to four Pirates, Lyle Baumgartner, Cory Bottorf, Jan Beckman and Lisa Thieman, before they depart to the “Land of Magic.” Center right, Santa and the four Pirates arrive at the “Land of Magic” and find the elves are busy working at their toy factory. At right, Todd Thieman, one of the instrumental soloists, plays “Jingle Bells” on his harmonica. 40 Top left, Santa and Mrs. Claus, played by Troy and Christy Johnson, read and answer letters from anxious children in the skit “Santa and Mrs. Santa Know Best.” Top right, in the skit “Second Hand Presents,” Lisa Thieman explains her theory on second hand Christmas presents to her shocked friend, Tami Zabka, and the mailman, Scott Thieman. Above, the combined grade school performs one of the songs from the musical “The Elf Factory.” At left, two of Santa’s Kindergarten elves, Kristine Knust and Holly Henn, sing along with the upper grade students in another number from the musical. Behind them are Sara and Julie Hoffman, Todd Thieman and Matt VanDeWalle. 41 Potpourri This page: At left, Diane Luettel, Wendy Spieker and Michelle Benda demonstrate the teamwork that resulted in a beautifully decorated prom setting. Center left, Alvin Starman is up a ladder — attaching streamers to form the false ceiling. Center right, Doug Koch rolls out crepe paper streamers with Clyde Stuhr. Bottom left, Clyde Stuhr and Diane Luettel read the Junior Prophecies after dinner. Bottom right, John Seier and Brenda Pelster delight their audience with the Senior Will. Facing page: Top left and right, members of the Junior Class, relaxing and socializing after dinner, pose for pictures before the Senior Will and Junior Prophecies are read. RAY’S SUPPERETTE Fresh Meats Groceries Elgin, NE 68636 ALBION SKELGAS Stanley Sherrill, Manager Albion, NE 395-2143 Prom night is “The Best of Times” The theme of the 1982 Prom was “The Best of Times.” Under the direction of class sponsor, Mr. Hoffman, and class president, Colleen Spieker, decorations were complet- ed by the Junior class in shades of pinks and reds, accented with silver. The formal dinner was catered, and served by Sophomores Anita Benda, Kim Benda, Vickie Johnson, Ro- lan Knust, Ken Leifeld and Mike Spieker. The dance music was provided by “Sounds Unlimited.” Last year’s King and Queen, Todd Benda and Sue Starman, returned to crown Tom Foss and Bev Scholl as King and Queen for 1982. A good time was had by all. At left, the 1982 Prom candidates just before the an- nouncement of the royalty are (L to R) Bev Scholl, Brenda Pelster, Larry Starman, Tom Foss, Chuck Johnson, and John Seier. Above, the 1982 Prom Roy- alty are King Tom Foss and Queen Bev Scholl, seen here posing after their coronation. CONTOIS MOTORS Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Elgin, NE 843-2225' PETERSBURG LOCKERS, INC. PETERSBURG BUILDING SUPPLY Petersburg, NE 386-5293 45 Graduates take their final curtain call Graduation exercises were held on May 14, 1982, in the P.H.S. gymnasium. Reverend Wayne Schlautman gave the Invocation and the Benediction. A welcoming address by Superintendent Freda F. Bennett followed the Invocation. Guest speaker, Jim Swoboda, spoke on overcoming personal tragedy. The Valedictorian address, “Memories of Yesterday,” was given by Bev Scholl. Salutatorian Brenda Pelster spoke on “On Our Way to Tomorrow.” Awards and honors were presented to Brenda Pelster, Bev Scholl and John Seier. School Board President Delmer Pelster presented the diplomas to the eighth grade and the seniors. Special musical performances were provided by the Girls’ Chorus. The evening was a fitting commencement of our adult lives. Top left, ushers Colleen Spieker and Rick Pelster begin the ceremonies by leading in the graduates to the traditional processional march “Pomp and Circumstances.” Top right, the 1982 graduates, carrying candles in the procession, await the arrival of the eighth grade before being seated. The Class of 1982: Thomas D. Foss, Charles M. Johnson, Brenda A. Pelster, Beverly A. Scholl, Lawrence R. Starman, John A. Seier. 46 At left, the Eighth Grade Graduates: Brenda Staashelm, Kim Thieman, Jackie Thieman, and Diane Spieker. Center left, Salutatorian Brenda Pelster receives the Jaycette scholarship from Mrs. Pat Thieman, Chairperson of the Scholarship Committee. She will use the scholarship at Mary Banning Hospital. Brenda also was the recipient of the “I Dare You” Award. Center right, Mr. Cunningham confers Valedictorian honors on Bev Scholl. In addition, Bev was awarded a Regents Scholarship to the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. Bottom left, John Seier accepts the Jaycee scholarship, which he will use at Doane College, from Jaycee representative Harold Cunningham. Principal Paul R. Dalton also presented John with the ‘‘I Dare You” Award. Bottom right, the ceremony ended with a recessional march of the graduates to the strains of ‘‘Priest’s March,” played by pianist Diane Luettel. FOSS WELL DRILLING Box 222 Petersburg, NE 68652 402 386-5576 BERT’S TAVERN Box 337 Elgin, NE 68636 402 843-5931 47 Academic Awards Assembly honors all students who make the extra effort 48 On Wednesday afternoon, 12 May 1982, the Petersburg Pi- rates assembled to honor the outstanding scholars for the 1981-82 school year. In addition to the academic awards, several organizational and extra-cur- ricular awards were bestowed. “Best of Show” medals from the Conference Art Competi- tion were presented to Larry Starman, Clyde Stuhr, Clint Baumgartner, Anita Benda (2), Teresa Jennings, Vickie John- son (2), and John O’Cilka. Jeff Staashelm received a Miller Paine Award. Colleen Spieker received an Ac- counting Award, and Vickie Johnson and Marlene Salber earned Typewriting Awards. Bev Scholl, John Seier, Carol Majerus, Rick Pelster and Col- leen Spieker all received Eng- lish Awards. The following Shop Awards were presented: John Seier - In- dustrial Arts; Doug Koch - Woodworking and Welding; Clyde Stuhr - Architectural Drafting and Small Engines; Jeanine Ketteler - Drafting; Roger Seier - Woodworking; Jeff Staashelm - 7th Grade Shop. Outstanding Achievement Awards in Mathematics were earned by: Bev Scholl - Trigo- nometry and Algebra II; Duane Scholl - Geometry; Jeanine Clockwise from top right: Mr. Hoffman presents two Shop Awards to Clyde Stuhr; Bev Scholl receives awards for Trigonometry and Algebra II from Miss Miller; Colleen Spieker is presented with an Accounting Award by Mr. Em- bree, and Mrs. Navratil hands Vickie Johnson two “Best of Show” medals. Ketteler - Algebra I; Diane Spieker - Junior High Math- ematics. Brenda Staashelm earned an award for Eighth Grade Math. Bev Scholl, Diane Luettel, Col- leen Spieker, Wendy Spieker, Rhonda Wiegand, Brenda Staa- shelm and Jennifer O’Cilka each earned a Band Member Award. Diane Luettel received the John Philip Sousa Award and the Chopin Piano Award. Lucy Knust received the Na- tional Choral Award. Bev Scholl received the Social Studies Achievement Award, and Brenda Pelster and John Seier received an American Government Award. Other awards were presented as follows: John Seier and Bev Scholl - Voice of Democracy Contest Award; Brenda Pelster - Best Actress; Ken Leifeld - Best Actor; Chuck Johnson - Physical Education; Brenda Pelster - special Majorette Rec- ognition Award; and Colleen Spieker - special Junior Class President Award. Finally, Bev Scholl, Brenda Pelster, John Seier, Carol Ma- jerus, Colleen Spieker, Clyde Stuhr, Lucy Knust, Marlene Salber, Vickie Johnson, Duane Scholl and Jeanine Ketteler have been recognized by the So- ciety of Distinguished Ameri- can High School Students. Seniors give a sterling performance. THOMAS DAVID FOSS Tom, T.A.: FB 1; BB 1,2,3; Track 1, stu mgr 2; P-Cl 1,2,3,4; Cls Off 1,2,3; Play 4; Hmcmg Att 2; Prom King 4; Acct Awd 3; Shop Awd 3; Art Awd 3. BRENDA ANN PELSTER Brenda: VB 1,2,3,4, All Conf 3,4; BB 1.2.3.4, All Conf 3,4; Track 1,2,3; P-Cl 1.2.3.4, Off 2,3; Cls Off 1,2,3; Stu Coun Off 4; Pep Cl 1,2,3,4; Chrldr 1,2,3,4; Chrs 2,3,4; Band Maj 2,3,4; Anl St Off 4; Plays 2.3.4, Best Act 4; Hmcmg Att 1,2, Queen 4; Soc Dist Amer HS Stu 3,4; Who’s Who 3; Amer HS Ath 3; Typ Awd 2; Eng Awd 3; Acct Awd 3; Amer Govt Awd 4; Sr Ath Awd 4; Girls State 3. CHARLES M. JOHNSON Chuck: BB 1; Chrs 2,3,4; Plays 1,2,3; P.E. Awd 4. BEVERLY ANN SCHOLL Bev: VB 1,4; BB 3,4; Track 1,2,3,4; P-Cl 2,3,4; Cls Off 1; Stu Coun 3; Band 2,3,4; Anl St 4; Hmcmg Att 3; Prom Queen 4; 2nd Pic Boone Cty Essay Cont 4; Girls State Alt 3; Soc Dist Amer HS Stu 3,4; Typ Awd 2; Art Awd 3; Amer Lit Awd 3; Acct Awd 3; Shop Awd 3; Math Awd 2,4; Music Awd 3,4; Voice of Demo Awd 4; Eng Awd 4; Soc Studies Awd 4. JOHN ANTHONY SEIER John: FB 2,3,4; BB 1,2,3,4; Track 1,4; P-Cl 2,3,4; Cls Off 3,4; Stu Coun 1,3, Off 3; Chrs 4; Anl St 4; Hmcmg Att 1, King 4; Boys State 3; Soc Dist Amer HS Stu 3,4; Math Awd 2; Art Awd 3; Shop Awd 3; Voice of Demo Awd 4; Ind Arts Awd 4; Eng Awd 4; Amer Govt Awd 4; Sr Ath Awd 4. LAWRENCE RAYMOND STARMAN Larry, Catfish: FB 2,3,4, All Conf 4; P-Cl 2,3,4, Off 4; Cls Off 1,3,4; Hmcmg Att 3; Boys State Alt 3; Art Awd 3,4. PATRICIA WOEPPEL DUERKSON Patty: VB 1; BB stu mgr 2; Track 1, stu mgr 2; Cls Off 1,2; Stu Coun 1; Pep Club 1,2; Chrs 1,2; Anl St 2; Plays 2. Senior Class Of 1982 The Graduating Class of 1982 will long be remembered for their outstanding pep rally skits, their class participation and their ability to all fit into one car. They have played their parts as students, athletes, and teenagers, but now it is time to move on to the big time, The World’s Theatre. 52 Juniors lead the supporting cast With such a small senior class, the Juniors had to take a major supporting role in sports this year. They held positions on the varsity teams in all sports, acting as backup to the seniors. The Juniors also took a major role in other school activities, such as Speech and Music Contest and the school play. The Junior’s major task this year was producing the Junior-Senior Prom. A production such as the prom takes money; consequently, the Ju- niors sold magazines and records and had sever- al cake raffles at the basketball games. Their major source of income came from the Chili Supper that they sponsored the night of the school play. The joint effort required to prepare and serve the supper demonstrated their class togetherness. Class spirit helped to maintain their togetherness when crucial prom decisions had to be made. The Juniors acted out their parts well and are ready to take over the leading roles. Right, Alvin and Larry pay their way into a volleyball game to cheer for the girls. Below left, Carol displays her school spirit at a home football game. Below right, Rick shows lots of spirit on Roll-up day during Spirit Week. Angie Benda Michelle Benda Barb Johnson Lucy Knust Doug Koch Diane Luettel ALBION NATIONAL BANK Albion, NE 68620 Member FDIC Top left, Wendy, Colleen and Lucy clown around at a volleyball game at Orchard. Center left, Doug K„ Doug R., Rick and Alvin “man” the cash- ier’s table for the Junior Class Chili Supper. Below, Diane takes a break during play rehearsal to practice blowing bubbles. I Carol Majerus Rick Pelster Doug Reicks Colleen Spieker Wendy Spieker Alvin Starman Clyde Stuhr Larry Temme © Independent PETERSBURG TELEPHONE COMPANY “A Petersburg Company Serving Its People 53 Sophomores show lots of character This year, the Sophomores have had many memorable times together. They have participated more in the school athletic program and in cultural activities such as chorus, speech and the school play, and assisted with fund raising activities for school organizations. To earn additional class money, the Sophomores held a cake raffle and sponsored a school dance. They are maturing and have shown plenty of school spirit throughout the year. Above left, Ken takes a break during play rehearsal. Above right, Marlene and Jackie huddle together to keep warm during the Homecoming game. Below left, Mike and his teammates relax on the wet turf during half-time at the Humphrey football game. 54 LEIFELD HARDWARE FURNITURE Main Street Petersburg, NE 68652 386-5487 Mary Jo Henn Lori Iburg Teresa Jennings Vickie Johnson Rolan Knust At left, Vickie shows off the latest in play rehearsal costumes — her sweatsuit. Above, the Sophomores “grow” some school spirit in their pep rally skit. Clint Baumgartner Anita Benda Ken I eifeld Jean Luettel John O’Cilka Marlene Salber Kim Benda Jackie Daly Dave Sandman Duane Scholl Mike Spieker Rhonda Wiegand PETERSBURG STATE BANK A Friendly Bank in a Friendly Town Petersburg, NE 68652 55 Freshmen are promising understudies This year’s Freshman class has been a happy, good-natured, hard working crew. Every member of the class participated in at least two sports, with several moving up into first-string positions before the end of the season. They even tried their hand at acting for the Speech Contest and singing in the chorus. With such a small class, the Freshmen quickly and easily developed a sense of togetherness and a strong class spirit. They joined in the frivolity of Spirit Week, and good-naturedly tolerated the upperclass antics during initiation. They have a lot going for them and promise to become outstanding school leaders and athletes. Below left, typical of Freshmen boys, Gary, Dale, Tom and Roger watch the upperclassmen dance at the Homecoming Dance. Below right, Roger and Vin clown in their elf hats before class begins. Bottom right, Dale and Gary get into the spirit of Spirit Week by rolling up their hair for “Roll- Up” day. 56 BANK OF ELGIN A Full Service Bank Elgin, NE 68636 FIRST NATIONAL BANK Albion, NE 68620 402 395-2125 Tom Temme Top left, the Freshmen good naturedly wear elf hats as their final initiation task on the day before Christmas vacation. Above, the Freshmen become the Falcons on Fifties day, sporting arm tatoos, ciga- rettes, shades, and a unit crest. At right, for the Homecoming Dance, Jeanine proves once and for all that she is not just “one of the guys.” ELGIN FEEDERS SUPPLY, INC. Box 387, Elgin, NE 68636 402 843-2364 HENN’S GROCERY Groceries-Meats-Cosmetics Petersburg, NE 386-5283 57 EIGHTH GRADERS Diane Spieker Brenda Staashelm Jackie Thieman Kim Thieman Junior High waits in the wings Junior High is a transition period here at Petersburg, from elementary to high school status. Seventh and eighth graders attend classes like their upperclass counterparts and join in many high school activities. In addition, they have several activities which are specifically their own. They participated in the Elgin-Pope John National Honor Society competition, where Diane Spieker and Brenda Jo Spieker tied for first place in the math contest. Randy John- son and Todd Jennings led the PHS boys’ track team at the annual Junior High Meet at Chambers. The girls’ team won their volleyball game during Spirit Week; and the entire junior high participated in the Petersburg Commercial Club’s annual clean-up campaign. To earn money for their annual roller-skating party and their graduation corsages, the seventh grade helped operate the concessions stand dur- ing a basketball game, and the eighth grade provided cakes for a raffle. Altogether, the Junior High Pirates had a very busy year. S8 GRAHAM MOTORS, INC. Jack Wood, Owner Albion, NE 395-2195 DORIS'S FLORAL GIFTS South 4th Street Albion, NE 395-6050 Facing page: Seventh graders, Jeff, Doug and Randy (top right) and Tom (bottom left), watch the action on the football field when they are not playing their instruments in the Pep Band. Bottom right, this year’s class officers: Brenda Jo Spieker, Secretary- Treasurer; Randy Johnson, President, and Diane Spieker, Vice-President. This page: Above left and right, the Junior High participate as a group and individually in the annual Christmas Show. At left, Brenda, Kim, Diane and Jackie become two sets of twins on “Look Alike” dav during Spirit Week. SCHMITZ INS. AGENCY H.J. Schmitz 386-5476 Petersburg, NE 68652 WEIGAND TRUCK LINE Hauling Grain Livestock Petersburg, NE 386-5367 GRADE 6 Neil Baumgartner Amy Bottorf Lisa Thieman Scott VanDeWalie GRADE 5 Troy Johnson Scott Thieman Matt VanDeWalie Tami Zabka GRADE 4 Christy Jason O’Cilka Mike Virges GRADE 3 Lyle Baumgartner Kimberly Bottorf Tanya Jennings Tod Thieman GRADE 2 Robert Beckman Cory Bottorf Marty Henn ,0 ZABKA SHELLY SERVICE HWY 14, Petersburg, NE 68652 402 386-9582 HANK’S PLACE Main Street Petersburg, NE 386-5588 Elementary and Kindergarten learn their roles The elementary grades were very active and busy practicing for the Christmas program which turned out to be a big success for them. They were also busy preparing for their Halloween party and all of their other projects, but most important learning their roles for becoming future Pirates. Kert Klein Jennifer Luettel Kimberly Miller Kory Nabor Scott Seier Glen Thieman Jamee Thieman KINDERGARTEN Dawn Henn Holly Henn Jeremy Ketteler Kristine Knust Bryce Nabor Cody Petsche Shane Sandman Angela Schmitz Daniel Seier Benji Simons Kelly Stuhr Stacy Wangler Jesse Werner JOYCE’S BEAUTY SALON 2 Beauticians Petersburg, NE 386-5486 ALBERT A. HALLS, M.D. Family Practice Elgin, NE 402 843-2432 61 The Petersburg School Board: L to R Treasurer Bruce Staashelm, Frank Seier, President Delmer Pelster, Fred Spieker, Jim Preusser, Secretary Darlene Stuhr. Harold E. Cunningham Guidance, K-12 English History, 7 8 David VV. Gallion Music, K-12 Band, Chorus School Play Mary Ann Greteman Debra M. Navratil Phys. Ed., Asst Coach Art, K-12 Fredrick J. Embree Business Ed. (4th Qtr) James E. Hoffman Industrial Arts Petrina A. Miller Mathematics, Annual Viola P. Remmeried Home Economics, P- Club Lori J. Sorensen Glen A. Stewart Lauraine L. Waid English, Girls Coach Social Studies, Coach Business Ed. (3 Qtrs) Elaine E. Beckman Elementary 62 Gabriele Burchardt Kindergarten Beverly Larson Special Ed. Inez E. Mock Elementary Tammie A. Peters Title I Special Ed. Janet R. Wendland Special Ed. Mildred P. Luettel School Secretary Rita M. Daly Aide Jane A. Goetzinger Aide Jerry L. Thieman Custodian Producers, Directors and Stage Crew AG SUPPLY CENTER, INC. PETERSBURG, NEBRASKA 68652 Fertilizer — Feed — Seed Chemicals — Equipment The Class of 1994: (Girls) Holly Henn, Kelly Stuhr, Stacy Wangler, Angela Schmitz, Dawn Henn, Kristine Knust; (Boys) Bryce Nabor, Shane Sandman, Daniel Seier, Jesse Werner, Cody Petsche, Jeremy Ketteler, Benji Simons; (in back) Kindergarten teacher Miss Gabriele Burchardt. 64