Pioneer High School - Conestoga Yearbook (Royal Center, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 120 of the 1964 volume:

THE IMPRINT OF OUR SCHOOL EXPERIENCES Just as the wheels of the conestogas left their imprint in the sand on their journey across America, this, the first graduating class of Pioneer High School, has made its imprint on the story of the school's journey of educa- tion, Many of the ideas initiated this year will continue as part of the school's tradition. The academic accomplishments have made their imprint, showing plainly the best educational system possible. Of course, no year would be complete without the spirit of enthusiasm created by the athletic events or the excitement of the social life. Then, too, there are the clubs which are an important part of a well-rounded education. In this Conestoga, the first chapter of Pioneer's journey, are recorded the people and events that have made this year's imprint one which will long remain with us. 3 IMPRINT OF LEARNING — Whether a student's hands are busy turning the pages of a text- book, writing a term paper, or making pottery, each has its place in the total process of learning. pw „ «I One of the most important things about school is its academic life. Much activity can be found as the students walk down the narrow halls to the next class where they will learn the things that will be so valuable to them in their fu- ture lives. In addition to attend- ing classes, the visits to the li- brary where a student can go to study for a test, do reference work, or just read a good book are an essential part of the academic life. The convocations are sometimes informative, sometimes entertaining, but al- ways interesting. These things greet the wide-eyed, uncertain freshmen who enter on the first day of school and leave four years later as self- confident young men and women. Be careful with that deadly weapon. The Freshman have much to leam. 7 8 Oh my, no more ball games. Back to the drawing board. Think it will work? 9 SUPERINTENDENT RALPH KELLY Pioneer Regional School Corporation was officially organized on January 1, 1963. The Board of Trustees has worked diligently for the best interest of the school community. The wonderful co- operation received from the principals, teachers, non-teaching personnel, and the parents in the school district has made their many meetings pleasant and has encouraged them to achieve higher goals in the field of education. A. r . SECRETARY BETTY SMITH BOARD OF TRUSTEES Left to right: Roger Ide, Secretary; Ralph Kelly, Superintendent; Paul Harrison President; Donald Heiny, Assistant Secretary; Harold Wilson, Treasurer. President; Harold Roller, Vice 10 OUR PRINCIPAL The opportunity to serve as principal of the Pioneer High School in the initial state has been a challenge which has been most interesting and pleasant in every phase. The co- operation on the part of the students, parents, teachers, superintendent, school board, and community has been ideal. Through unity the Pioneer High School has shown strength in our educational endeav- ors which are worthy in the de- velopment of our youth in body, mind, and spirit. Providing the leadership for the high school presents an opportunity to open the various avenues of en- lightenment to a very special group of boys and girls. In my humble manner every facet will be presented to fulfill the responsibilities best in the position as a high school principal. MRS. HALE Her laugh and smile are familiar . . . Give her a typewriter, a telephone and a problem; she's content! Being the office secretary means real work, and there's plenty that Mrs. Hale does in the principal's office. n VIRGINIA BONSETT Art—English-- Sponsors: Yearbook, Cheerleade ?, National Honor Society, Seniors TED BOWEN Mathematics-- Sponsor: Junior Class 12 13 14 15 MABEL PATTY English-- Sponsor: Thespians Society-Senior Play--Sophomore Class SHARON PETRIE Shorthand--Secretarial Training--Typing--Physical Education Sponsor—Girls' Athletic Association 16 MICHAEL POEHLEIN Typing--General Business--Bookkeeping-- Sponsor: Hi-Y—Track Coach imm 17 18 19 20 We, the graduating class, could not leave without expressing our appreciation to our teachers. Their patience and dedication in preparing us for the future will long remain in our memories. They are often called upon to sponsor clubs and other time-consuming activities, in addition to their usual classroom preparations . For their guidance in these areas, though we may seldom mention it, we are very grateful. We would also express our heartfelt thanks to them for their readiness to give extra help when someone needs it. At times we do not agree with some of the policies of our teachers, but most of us come to realize that what they do is for us, not against us. Truly our teachers have left an imprint on our minds that we shall never forget. 21 Besides the teachers we are indebted to our school custodian and bus drivers, for without them our school would not function smoothly. Mr. Hale not only keeps the building clean and orderly but also helps so patiently when it comes to many difficult tasks. The bus drivers besides bringing many of our students to school, are often called upon to provide transportation to many other activities. Bus drivers from left to right: F. Fickle, C. Tribbet, C. March, D. Kistler, L. March, W. Gaby, D. Guy, D. Winn, R. Lucas. 22 The building is in readiness for the arrival of the students for a day of learning. 23 Nothing could leave a deeper imprint on the underclassmen than to see the Seniors reach the goal for which they also strive. 27 DIANNE CLARY SHARON COLLINS LYNN CRISSINGER JO ELLEN COOK STEVE CRESS SHARON CROSBY GEORGE DAY 28 DIANA DAWSON DARLENE DEPOY MARILYN DOWNEY TOD DYER Decisions! Decisions! SHARON ELLETT CHARLES GRANDSTAFF STANLEY GRIMES MARK JONES NANCY LONG JANET LYTLE philip McDonald KAREN MASTERS SUSAN MARSHALL Make sure the tie is straight. DIANE McKENZIE 33 NANCY McVETY FRED NETHERCUTT MICHAEL OSBORN SHIRLEY PLOSS RONALD POPEJOY SAMUEL POWLEN CHARLES PUFAHL CHERYL OSWALT The march is long but reward great. DON SMITH STEVEN SHAFER ED SCHMALTZ From the halls of school to the corridors of life. TED SPEICHER BEVERLY STAIR 37 NINA SWANK CAROL SWISHER DIETRA SWISHER JOHN THOMAS OLIVE WADE OLIVER WADE JOHN WALLY 39 JUDI BAKER: Cheerleader 2-3-4; Class Sec. 1; Student Council 2-4; School Paper 3; Latin Club 2-3; Pep Club 2-3; Sunshine 4; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Librarian 3-4; Jr. Play. LYNNE BAKER: Latin Club 2-3-4; Pep Club 2-3; School Paper 3; Band 1-2-3-4; Swing Band 3-4; Jr. Play; Librarian 4; Co-Editor of Yearbook; Treas . 1; Thespian 4. ROGER BARR: F.F.A. 1-2-3-4; Pres. 3; Track 2. RICHARD BASHAM: Jr. Play. JOYCE BERKSHIRE: G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; National Honor Society 3-4; Treas. 4; Class Sec. 2; Yearbook Typist. JUDY BERKSHIRE: Class Sec. 1-3; National Honor Society 3-4; G.A.A. 1-2-3-4. LOUIS BIXLER: Cross Country 1. JAMES BLEVINS: Projectionist 1-2; Student Manager 2-3. JOYCE BLICKENSTAFF: Band 1-2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; G.A.A. 1-2; Sunshine 1-2-3; Thespian 3-4; Sec. 4; Pep Club 1; Jr. Play. DORIS BLOUNT LEILA BOLINGER: Latin Club 2-3-4; National Honor Society 3-4. DIANNE CLARY: Cheerleader 2-3; Chorus 1-2-3-4; Latin Club 2-3; Jr. Play; Pep Club 2-3; Sunshine 4; Li- brarian 4; Class Reporter 1; Class Treas. 2-4; Class Sec. 3. SHARON COLLINS: Sunshine 1-2-3-4; G.A.A. 1-2-4; Pep Club 1-2-3; Traveling Dogs 1-2-3; Spanish Club 4 . JO ELLEN COOK: Pep Club 2-3; Jr. Play; School Paper; Thespian 4 . STEVE CRESS: Basketball 1-2-3-4; Baseball 1-2-3-4; Track 1-2-3; Pep Club 2-3; School Paper; Jr. Play; Hi- LYNN CRISSINGER: G.A.A. 1-2; Sun- shine 1-2; Pep Club 1-2-3. SHARON CROSBY: G.A.A. 1-2-3; Pep Club 1-2; Traveling Dogs 1-2; Librarian DIANA DAWSON: G.A.A. 1; Pep Club 1- 2; Spanish Club 4 . GEORGE DAY DARLENE DEPOY: G.A.A. 2-3-4; Vice-Pres. 4; F .R .N. 2; Co-Editor of Yearbook; Pep Club 2-3; Traveling Dogs 2- 3; Latin Club 2-3-4; Librarian 3-4; Dir. Jr. Play. MARILYN DOWNEY: Pep Club 1-2-3; School Paper. TOD DYER: F.F.A. 3; Reporter 3. SHARON ELLETT: G.A.A. 1-2-3; Pep Club 1-2. STANLEY ELLISON ESTELLEE ENYEART: G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Art Club; Band 1-2-3-4 . JUDITH FORGEY: Sunshine 1-2-3-4; Sec. 2; Exec. Council 4; G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; National Honor Society 3-4; Thespian 3-4; Jr. Play; Pep Club 1-2-3; Band 1; Librarian 4; Class Editor of Yearbook. GERALD GARRISON: Hi-Y 3-4; Latin Club 2-3-4; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Thespian 3-4; Pres. 4; National Honor Society 3-4; Vice-Pres. 4; Jr. Play. JANET GOODRICH: Pep Club 1-2-3; Traveling Dogs 1; G.A.A. 1-2-3. STEVE GOODRICH CHARLES GRANDSTAFF: Track 1-2-3; Hi-Y 4; Basketball 1. STANLEY GRIMES: Hi-Y 4; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; School Paper 3. GLORIA HARDY: Latin Club 2-3; Sunshine 4; Pep Club 2-3; Y-Teens 1; Chorus 2-3; Jr. Play. DENNIS HAYDEN: Track 1-2-3-4; Cross Country 2-3-4; Hi-Y 3-4. LARRY HILEMAN: F.F.A. KATHY HOFF: G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Re- porter 3; Sunshine 1-2-3-4; Pep Club 1-2-3; Traveling Dogs 1-2-3; Librarian 4; Art Editor of Yearbook; Thespian 4. MARK JONES: Pres. 2; Vice-Pres. 1-3-4; Student Council 1-3; School Paper; Latin Club 1-2-3; Hi-Y 4; Bas- ketball 1-2-3-4; Baseball 1-2-3-4; Track; Swing Band 3; Sports Editor of Yearbook; Thespians 4. SUSAN KELLY: G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Sunshine 1-2-3-4; Pep Club 1-2-3; Traveling Dogs 1-2-3; Activity Editor of Yearbook. DONNA KOCHEL: Pep Club 1-2; G.A.A. 1-2. DORIS LaDUCT: G.A.A. 1-2; Pep Club 1; Traveling Dogs 1. WILLIAM LESHER: Hi-Y 3-4; Pres. 4; National Honor Society 3-4; Basketball 1; Student Council 1-4; Student Manager 4; Baseball 1-3; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; Pres. 3; Class Pres. 3. FRED LIND: Basketball 1-2-3-4; Cross Country 2-3-4; Track 1-2; Hi-Y 3-4; Treas. 3; Student Council 2; Treas. 2; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; Thespian 3-4; National Honor Society 3-4; Jr. Play; Sports Editor of Yearbook. NANCY LONG: Sunshine 1-2-3; Cheer- block 1-2-3; Librarian 3. JANET LYTLE: G.A.A. 1. SUSAN MARSHALL: Latin Club; Pep Club 1-2-3; Cheerleader 3; School Paper; Class Sec. 2; Chorus 1-2-3; Jr. Play; Sunshine 4; Thespian 4 . KAREN MASTERS: G.A.A. 1-2-3. PHILLIP MCDONALD: Latin Club 2-3; Baseball 1-2-3-4; Basketball 1; Track 1. DIANE McKENZIE: Student Council 1; Class Treas. 2; G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; Sec . 2; F .R .N. 1; Sunshine 4. NANCY McVETY: Pep Club 1-2-3; Traveling Dogs 1-2; Thespian 3-4; Busi- ness Manager of Yearbook; National Honor Society 3-4; G.A.A. 2-3; Jr. Play. JANICE MERSCH: G.A.A. 1-2; Sun- shine 1-2; Latin Club 2-3-4. GARY MILLER: Projectionist 4. GLENN MINKS: Hi-Y 3-4; Chaplain 3; Sec. 4; National Honor Society 3-4; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; Treas. 3; Basket- ball 1-2-3-4; Vice-Pres. 3-4; Baseball 1-3-4; Track 1-2-3. RICHARD MORPHET: Latin Club 1-2- 3-4; National Honor Society 3-4; Pres. 4; Hi-Y 3-4; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Base- ball 1-2-3-4; Track 2. TOM MOYER: Projectionist 3-4 . FRED NETHERCUTT: Projectionist 4 . MICHAEL OSBORN: Projectionist 2; Baseball 2; Track 3; Hi-Y 4. CHERYL OSWALT: G.A.A. 1-2-3; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; Traveling Dogs 1-2-3; Pep Club 1-2-3; Chorus 4. SHIRLEY PLOSS: Sunshine 1-2-3-4; Exec. Council 4; Traveling Dogs 1-2; Pep Club 1-2; G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Rec. Sec. 2; Corres. Sec. 3; Pres. 4; Cheer- leader 3-4; Asst. Art Editor. RONALD POPEJOY: Track 1-2-3-4; Basketball 1-2; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; Thespian 3-4; Jr. Play; Cross Country 1-2-3-4; Student Council 3; Hi-Y 3-4. SAMUEL POWLEN: Track 1-2; Latin Club 1-2; Band 1-2; Hi-Y 4; Jr. Play; School Paper. CHARLES PUFAHL: Vice-Pres. 1; Pres. 2; National Honor Society 3-4; Hi-Y 3-4; Projectionist 1-2-3-4; Basketball 1-2-3; Baseball 1-2-3-4; Track 1-3-4; Asst. Business Manager of yearbook. KENNETH REINHOLT: Hi-Y 3; Track 2-3-4. MIKE ROBINSON: Pres. 3; Basketball 1-2-3-4; Baseball 1-2-3-4; Track 2-3; Hi-Y 4. DELORES ROGERS: Class Treas. 3; Chorus 1-2-3; Band 1-2; Pep Club 2-3; Sunshine 4; Jr. Play; Swing Band 3. DELORES ROLLER DIANE ROSS: Pep Club 1-2-3; G.A.A. 1- 2-3-4; Corres. Sec. 4; Thespians 4; Sunshine 1-2-3-4; Exec. Council 2; Vice-Pres. 3; Treas. 4; National Honor Society 3-4; Sec. 4; Student Council 3; Sec. 3; Typist of Yearbook. MARJORIE SANDERS: G.A.A. 2-3-4; Thespians 3-4; Treas. 4; National Honor Society 3-4; Sunshine 1-2-3-4; Exec. Council 2; Corres. Sec. 3; Pres. 4; Jr. Play; Pep Club 1-2-3; Traveling Dogs 2-3; Band 1; Librarian 4; Activity Editor of Yearbook. JILL SCHEETZ: Reporter 1-3; Sec. 4; School Paper; Band 1-2-3-4; Chorus 1; G.A.A. 4; Swing Band 3-4; Pep Club 2- 3; Jr. Play. EDWARD SCHMALTZ: Basketball 1-2-3-4; Track 2-3-4; Hi-Y 3-4; Treas. 4. STEVE SHAFER: Pres. 1-4; School Paper; Student Council 1; Jr. Play; Chorus 1-2; Basketball 1-2; Pep Club 1; Thespian 4 . DONALD SMITH: Projectionist 2-3-4; Hi-Y 4; Class Reporter 2. THEODORE SPEICHER: Thespian 3-4; Hi-Y 3-4; Spanish Club 4; Pres. 4; Track 4; Jr. Play. BEVERLY STAIR: Pep Club 2-3; Jr. Play; Sunshine 4; School Paper; Chorus 1-2-3. NINA SWANK: Chorus 1-2-3; School Paper; Jr. Play; Sunshine 4; G.A.A. 4; Pep Club 2-3. CAROL SWISHER: G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Sunshine 1-2-3-4; Exec. Council 3; Traveling Dogs 1-2-3; Pep Club 1-2-3; Thespian 3-4; Clerk 4; Jr. Play. DEITRA SWISHER: G.A.A. 1; Sunshine 1- 2-3-4; Exec. Council 2-3; Jr. Play; National Honor Society 3-4; Thespian 3-4; Asst. Sec. Pep Club 1-2-3; Traveling Dogs 1-2-3. JOHN THOMAS: Latin Club 1 -2-3-4; Band 1-2-3; Basketball 2-3; Baseball 2- 3-4; Track 1; Jr. Play; Vice-Pres. 2; Student Council 2; Pres. 1; Hi-Y 4; Thespian 4. OLIVE WADE: Sunshine 1; Latin Club 1-2-3-4; Reporter 1; Sec. 3; G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Student Council 2; Class Treas. 1. OLIVER WADE: Cross Country 2-3-4; Track 2-3-4; F .F .A. 1-2-3; Hi-Y 3-4 . JOHN WALLY CAROL WILBURN: Latin Club 1-2-3-4; National Honor Society 3-4; Sunshine 1-2-3; Librarian 3. MARY WOODHOUSE: Chorus 1-2-3; Jr. Play; Sunshine 3; G.A.A. 4; Student Council 2; Librarian 2-3; Pep Club 2-3. JERRY ZEIDER: F.F.A. 1-2-3; Track 1-2-3-4; Cross Country 4; F.F.A. Vice-Pres. 2-3. MARY LOU ZEIDER: Cheerleader 1; Band 1-2-3; Hi-Tri 1-2; G.A.A. 1-2-3-4; Chorus 2-3-4; Class Sec. 2; Thespian 2-3-4; Sunshine 4. Each year as the seniors graduate, a new class steps in. This freshman will have to wait a couple of years and grow a few inches before he can fill this senior's place. 43 Class officers and parents JUNIORS JIM KITCHELL AGENCY Logansport, Indiana ROW ONE: R. Baer, G. Barlow, J. Barr, E. Barrett, J. Beckley. ROW TWO: R. Beck- ley, P. Berkshire, S. Blount, M. Bonhomme, B. Brandt. ROW THREE: D. Burrough, L. Burton, J. Campbell, P. Campbell, J. Carmichael. ROW FOUR: J. Conn, J. Cook, K. Cookerly, M. Cosgray, J. DeWitt. P. Dilts T. Dyer I. Eikelberner B. Fagner CRYSTAL FLASH Logansport, Indiana HERD'S SEEDER Lucerne, Indiana J. Martin V. Martin K. McGrew E. McKaig ROW ONE: R. Felker, B. Finnell, J. Frushour, B. Galloway, D. Hardy. ROW TWO: G. Hartman, L. Hatton, R. Hershberger, S. Hicks, J. Hines. ROW THREE: T. Ide, M. Jacks, R. Jones, D. Kauffman, R. Kleeman, ROW FOUR: S. LaDuct, M. Lesher, M. Long, R. Lutes, D. Martin. Oh, that's fattening. PERU PRODUCTION CREDIT Log a ns port, Indiana D. McVay J. McVay H. Miller J. Moss M. Moss J. Mussellman J. Nies L. Nies McCLOSKY-HAMILTON-KAHLY FUNERAL HOME Logans port, Indiana L. Nitzschke B. Odle P. Osborn B. Parish R. Patty C. Penny G. Ploss M. Pufahl C. Pugh I. Ramsay J. Risser S. Ross R. Rusk S. Russell M. Sandberg J. Scheetz HE IN OLD HOG MARKET Royal Centre, Indiana J. Schmaltz M. Seward J. Shafer S. Shaver E. Smith K. Snider V. Stair J. Stanley J. Swanson T. Swisher L. Taulman E. Thomas J. Tillett B. Todd D. Walters J. Walters L. Walters R. Ward B. Watts M. Weaver V. Wender J. Williamson L. Winn J. Woodhouse J. Zeider K. L. WEBSTER Lake Cicott, Indiana SOPHOMORES N. Abbott K. Berkshire J. Blickenstaff C. Brandt J. Brubaker C. Baker M. Berkshire M. Blount T. Briggs J. Burns N. Basham T. Blank G. Bowen J. Brown B. Clary Class officers and parents EIKELBERNER TRACTOR SALES Logansport, Indiana C. Cook S. Crane R. Cree C. Cress L. Crosby G. Gay DELNA HENDERSON WELL DRILLING Star City, Indiana P. Dilts C. Dolph C. Dorton L. Downey S. East C. Fry J. Gaumer J. Gerlach B. Grandstaff M. Gray C. Handschu S. Hileman B. Ingram B. Jacoby A. Kesser M. Kochel S. Kochel Y. Koske B. Kraay No thrill can compare with new class rings. J. Jones Compliments of FRUSHOUR OIL COMPANY, Lucerne GLEN'S BARBER SHOP, Royal Center 49 S. Nelson L. Nethercutt N. Newell G. Odle J. Parish J. Powlen R. Pugh E. Quillen M. Rist F. Robinson Compliments of: DELNA HENDERSON WELL DRILLING, Star City, Indiana HEINOLD HOG MARKET, Royal Centre, Indiana J. Scheetz V. Schmaltz R. Scheetz T. Seabolt T. Scherer S. Shaw C. Schmaltz L. Smith R. Schmaltz M. Smith C. Spencer R. Spencer V. Stilwell R. Thompson J. Walker M. Weaver F. Wells S. Whiteman S. Winn R. Zeek Compliments of: BURNETTSVILLE ELEVATOR, Bumettsville, Indiana K. L. WEBSTER, Lake Cicott, Indiana M, Baker S. Baker W. Barber D. Binney T. Blevins S. Bonhomme J. Cooper G. Cotner M. Denny K. Dodt J. Ellett G. English S. Everham P. Feltis J. Bruce J. Burton S. Coleman T. Bums J. Callaway G. Cookerly Class officers and parents. J. Floyd D. Frye P. Gunter L. Forgey K Grandstaff D. Hall Compliments of ROYAL CHEMICAL, Royal Center JUNIOR'S BARBER SHOP, Royal Center Compliments of DAY'S GREENHOUSE, Royal Center JOHN MASTERS WELL DRILLING, Royal Center B. Maroney P. Marshall R. Marter D Martin J. Martin R. Martin C. McKaig P. McKaig C. McVay R. McMillen J. Mersch L. Miller A. Mills W.Minks E. Minnick  T. Minnick D. Minniear G. Moss R. Moss J. Moyer D. Nice R. Nies C. Nicoll C. Osborn M. Patty D. Phillips D. Piercy J. Plotner J. Popejoy Compliments of: McCLOSKY-HAMILTON-KALHE, Logansport, Indiana CRYSTAL FLASH, Logansport, Indiana P. Rains T. Raisor M. Ranstead B. Renkenberger S. Risley C. Rittenhouse R. Roller S. Roller C. Ross J. Russell R. Scheetz L. Seabolt D. Shipley G. Smith K. Smith G. Spencer D. Stair J. Strauch R. Summers J. Walker C. Walters D. Ward N. Watts R. Weaver D. Williamson W. Williamson S. Young N. Zeek ABSENT L. Bailey D. Hartleroad S. Peterson Compliments of: SCHLEGELMILCH GARAGE, Idaville, Indiana SHANK'S MEN'S LADIES STORE, Winamac, Indiana Many of the theories we learn in the classroom are applied in the various clubs and activities which contribute to a scholastic as well as a humanitarian approach to life. STUDENT COUNCIL Officers: BOTTOM TO TOP: William Leasher, Pres.; Judi Baker, Vice-Pres.; Ellen Thomas, Sec.; James Conn, Treas. The Student Council is the governing body of the school. Its duties includes super- vising the election of cheer- leaders, the selection of the school song, and various fund raising projects. It has the responsibility of sponsor- ing the annual Christmas dance and some special convocations. This year has been as exceptionally busy one for this organization. Compliments of CONRAD CONSTRUCTION CO. Buffalo, Indiana The librarians are volunteers who give valuable assistance in keeping the library in order and in helping other students find needed materials. Working in the 18- library provides the students with an op- portunity to become more adept in the use of the library and familiar with the works of literary value. They also experience a certain satisfaction inherent in service to fellow students and teachers. LIBRARIANS Compliments of MYERS SPRING CO. Logansport, Indiana Pres. R. Morphet V. Pres. G. Garrison NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Sponsor V. Bonsett £T) J. Forgey W. Lesher F. Lind N. McVety The purpose of the National Honor Society is to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to pro- mote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character in students. Member- ship is based upon Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Char- acter. G. Minks D. Swisher Sec. J. Berkshire Compliments of HARRINGTON STUDIO Logansport B. Brandt M. Bonhomme M. Woodhouse S. Shafer L. Burton D. Burrough I. Eikelberner S. Hicks D. Kauffman V. Martin J. Moss C. Penny J. Shafer E. Thomas J. Tillett M. Weaver V. Wender J. Williamson L. Winn Compliments of COMMUNITY STATE BANK INSURANCE DEPT., Royal Center Pres., Marge Sanders; V. Pres., Katy Snider; Rec. Sec., Connie Penny; Corres. Sec., Barbara Parish; Treas., Diane Ross. Compliments of COCA COLA BOTTLING CO. Logansport, Indiana s.s.s ♦ The motto others best explains the purpose of the Sunshine Society. The main projects of the society are the following: the formal initia- tion, Thanksgiving baskets, Christ- mas party at the State Hospital, Sweetheart's Ball, and the Riley Hospital Fund. The girls also spread sunshine throughout the school and community by their kind- ness and thoughtfulness. Compliments of KESLING DRUG Logansport, Indiana Officers: Pres., Shirley Ploss; Vice- Pres., Darlene DePoy; Corres. Sec., Diane Ross; Rec. Sec., Katy Snider; Treas., Barb Parish. G.A.A. 64 The Girls’ Athletic Association gives each girl an opportunity to become acquainted with fellow stu- dents through participation in various sporting activities selected by the organization. They also learn the meaning of good sports- manship. Included in this year's activities are kickball, basketball, skating, bowling, tennis, volleyball, and softball. Not so rough! ! ! Compliments of LOGAN BOWLMOR Logansport, Indiana The students at Pioneer found as they began their Spanish that they could not get a real con- cept of the Spanish people just from class, so they founded a Span- ish Club. The Club which meets once a month gives the mem- bers the opportunity to learn more about the culture of Spanish- speaking countries. We have had people from such countries as Cuba and Venezuela speak at the meetings. SPANISH CLUB Compliments of ROYAL CENTER RECORD Bickels, Logansport LATIN CLUB Compliments of BRUNO'S PIZZA, Logansport BYERS DISPOSAL SERVICE, Logansport The Latin Club con- sists of students who are now enrolled in Latin, or have satis- factorily completed a year of Latin. Its pur- pose is to create an in- terest in the Latin language and customs. It also adds to the social life of the mem- bers. The high-light of the year for the Latin Club is its annual Roman Banquet. THESPIAN The aims of the National Thespian Society are two- fold; first, to establish and promote standards of excellence in all phases of the dramatic arts; sec- ond, to create an active and intelligent interest in drama among students of the secondary schools. The society stresses par- ticipation in the arts as a mean of teaching youth appreciation of the cul- tural progress of the theatre, radio, motion pictures, and television. Compliments of A. J. OLSEN'S Logansport, Indiana Our educational movies could not have been shown without this or- ganized group. These boys joined the club on a volunteer basis. The new members were trained in the manipulation of projectors and the screen by the older boys and their sponsors. PROJECTIONISTS Compliments of DALE ENGLISH TV Logansport, Indiana The Hi-Y organization of our school is only two years old. This is an organi- zation consisting entirely of boys. Its purpose is to create, maintain, and ex- tend good Christian principles. One of the projects for the year was selling Christmas trees to raise money to pay for a social event which was the high point of the year. Compliments of KEITZER’S DRIVE INN, Logansport JOHNSON FORD SALES, Logansport Compliments of CLINTON'S DEPARTMENT STORE, Logansport LOGANSPORT LIVESTOCK YARDS Work-work, it's never done. The co-editors of the yearbook know what work is. Darlene and Lynne worked very hard on the yearbook after school and during the evenings. They assist the other editors whenever called upon to do so. The yearbook staff and sponsors worked hard to make this a successful book. Everyone who helped learned such terms as: cropping, bleeding, and multiples. ROW ONE: Marge Sanders, Act. Ed.; Judy Forgey, Class Ed.; Susan Kelly, Asst. Act. Ed.; Darlene Depoy and Lynne Baker, Co-Ed.; Kathy Hoff, Art Ed.; Nancy McVety, Bus Mgr. ROW TWO: Mr. Neel, Sponsor; Joyce Berkshire and Diane Ross, Typists; Fred Lind, Sports Ed.; Mark Jone , Asst. Sports Ed.; Mrs. Bonsett, Sponsor. 72 This committee was responsible for obtaining financial aid through the sponsorship of pages. It was also in charge of selling yearbooks to the students, teachers, and any prospective customers. YEARBOOK STAFF Many long hours have been spent by a number of people to assemble this, the first Conestoga, into a book of record which we will take with us through the years. Included in this number are our sponsors, Mrs. Bonsett and Mr. Neel, to whom the editorial staff would like to express our special thanks. Without these two hard working people who gave so much of their time, this year- book could never have been published. 73 FIRST ROW: M. Zeider, R. Lutes, J. Blickenstaff, V. Sjair, B. Fagner, B. Parish. SECOND ROW: C. Dolph, J. Blickenstaff, C. Oswalt, N. Swank, B. Zeek. THIRD ROW: B. Brandt, R. Kleeman, K. Snider, P. Campbell' D. Clary. Nimble-fingered Penny and Barrie. Compliments of PEARL'S CAFE, Royal Center Public school music education began in the United States in 1837 and by the mid- century the teaching of music became a cherished indispensable in the high school curriculum. Every year thousands of teenagers sing in school choruses or play in bands or take piano lessons. Students of Pioneer join these thousands and enjoy taking part in the making of music for our school and community. They study and play music because it gives them great pleasure. All who take part become better future citizens and learn to enjoy and appreciate music. There are still school systems in the United States with very little or poor music instruction, but Pioneer High School is not among them. This year under the able direction of Mr. George Steele our music department has in- creased in variety as well as ability. BAND AND CHORUS Compliments of BUCKENSTAFF INSURANCE, Royal Center IMPRINT OF STRENGTH Practice develops a well trained mind and body needed for com- petitive sports. This not only makes for a good athlete but also builds stamina needed to tackle the problems of life. ROW 1: J. Martin, R. Pugh, O. Wade, J. Zeider, F. Lind. ROW 2: M. Poehlein, C. Pugh, R. Popejoy, D. Hayden, D. Martin, F. Robinson, T. Ide. Ron and Dave Right down to the wire. Compliments of SCHEETZ OLIVER SALES, Lucerne JOHN PLOSS FERTILIZER SALES, Royal Center United we stand, divided we run. The jubilant agony of the finish. Heading the Field ROW 1: J. Kahle, S. Baker, J. Burton, G. Cookerly. ROW 2: D. Williamson, T. Minnick, M. Kitchell, E. Minnick, J. Martin. Compliments of DeFORD'S GROCERY, Georgetown DUFFY'S STATION, Royal Center ROW ONE: G. Minks, J. Zeider, O. Wade, L. Nies, D. Grandstaff, V. Schmaltz, R. Pugh, D. Hayden. ROW TWO: Coach Poehlein, E. Schmaltz, D. Martin, R. Popejoy, F. Robinson, C. Pugh, C. Pufahl, N. Newell, K. Reinholt, Std. Mgr. J. Williamson. Under coach Mike Poehlein this year's track team should be the best we have had for a long time. Mr. Poehlein is in his third year of coaching and has captured four track titles--two county and two con- ference. This year, he will be work- ing his trackmen for his third straight conference title. If the team should accomplish this feat, it would mean a clean sweep of all sports in the conference. This would be the first time in the history of the Mid- west Conference that one school has captured all four crowns. A tradi- tion has been set for the coming students of Pioneer High School to uphold through the succeeding years. Compliments of CONN'S PARTY SHOP, Logansport FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK, Logansport BASEBALL Jim awaits a foul ball. Compliments of Panthers 0 Cass 2 Panthers 12 Brook 0 Panthers 1 Fowler 2 Panthers 6 Brookston 1 Panthers 9 Wolcott 1 Panthers 3 Francesville 2 Panthers 21 Camden 1 Panthers 1 Brookston 3 Conference Record 5-1 Season Record 6-2 Yes, yes, we know. You're always right. BURNETTSV1LLE ELEVATOR STATE BANK OF BURNETTSVILLE ROW 1: Tillett, Std. Mgr.; P. MacDonald, G. Minks, L Nies, C. Handschu, J. Campbell, L J. Buxton, M. Rob- inson, J. Nies, N. Newell, Std. Mgr., M. Pufahl. ROW 2: Mr. Sinn, Asst. Coach; J. Conn, J. DeWitt, C. Purfahl J. Thomas, M. Jones, B. Cookerly, S. Cress, R. Morphet, M. Gray, Coach Rowe. Out? ! Safe? ! Steve makes a safe slide. Compliments of LOGANSPORT ELEVATOR COMPANY JACKSON-KITCHELL INC., Logansport The hands of teamwork. From left to right: Mr. Rowe, S. Cress, M. Jones, F. Lind, L Burton, J. Robinson, J. Conn, E. Schmalitz, G. Minks, G. Garrison, St. Managers; J. Tillett, W. Lesher, M. Pufahl. The Varsity had a record of sixteen wins and one loss for the season with three scheduled games remaining to be played. The Panthers were rated the number one team in a six-county area since the beginning of the season and went to the sectional as one of the favorites. The team consisted of eight seniors and two juniors, all of which were returning lettermen due to the consolidation of the two schools. Hopes were high for the team this year in the sectional due to their previous and this year's experience. The Panthers captured the Midwest Conference Crown by going undefeated in all conference games. The one defeat, at this time, came from the hands of North Caston in a holiday tourney at Delphi. The first game was won by the Panthers, 72 to 48, over Fowler. North Caston won the second game over Delphi. In the final game, North Caston used a zone defense and defeated the Panthers 54 to 58. Everyone was disappointed but was confident the team would not falter in the games to come. Coach Berlin Rowe pushed the boys hard the final weeks of the season in preparation for the Sec- tional Tourney. PIONEER PANTHERS Shedding my coat. On the way to the lair. Compliments of MOSER'S DRUG STORE, Royal Center In the den. Sharpening my claws. Compliments of BURGERS STORE Royal Center Putting on my spots. Finding my mark. Compliments of G. J. RADERSTORF, Lucerne Stalking my prey. In for the kill. ►o t« 3C H 2 dw’-‘tioo«h It ii 5 t Ready to strike. Leaping for the prey. Cleaning up the remains Compliments of COMMUNITY STATE BANK Royal Center Come to Papa! Does that ever smart! Now . . . why not dunk it? Compliments of LEE SCHOOL SUPPLY CO., Terre Haute ENGINEERING ASPHALT CORP., Logansport 90 j itesiil MM Just a little higher, Rick. Compliments of HARRISON FUNERAL HOME Royal Center Ballet . . . or Basketball? S. Ploss, J. Baker VARSITY CHEERLEADERS Compliments of NATIONAL BANK OF LOGANSPORT SUNSHINE CLEANERS, Logansport From left to right: Mr. L. Sinn, T. Ide, R. Pugh, N. Newell, C. Cress, J. Nice, J. Martin, T. Blank, A. Lips- comb, M. Gray, B. Cookerly, V. Schmaltz, F. Wells, C. Pugh, L. Nice. JUNIOR VARSITY THE CHAMPS! B TEAM TOURNEY AKRON PIONEER MENTONE SOUTH WHITLEY 94 B Team Cheerleaders Tona Jones, Ellen Thomas, Norma Abbott. Eyes on the ball, fellas. The Junior Varsity has compiled a record of sixteen wins and two losses at this writing. With three games left on the schedule, a winning season is assured. Coached by Mr. Lionel Sinn, the Little Panthers brought home the championship trophy of the B Team Tourney. The team traveled to Mentone for the tourney in which Mentone, South Whitley, Akron, and Pioneer were the participants. Mentone and Pioneer clashed in the first game, with Pioneer pushing past Mentone 47 to 39. South Whitley clobbered Akron and was eager for the night game. The championship game went right down to the wire with Pioneer pulling it out in the final seconds. The Little Panthers and Mr. Sinn are to be congratulated on their fine season. FROSH TEAM The Freshman squad coached by Mr. Mike Poehlein has made an impressive showing this year. With one game to play, they have a record of ten wins and two losses. The two losses came at the hands of two good teams, North Caston and Helm. The Fresh- men Panthers regained their pride by winning a four-way tourney at Fulton, Pioneer, Fowler, Maconaquah and North Caston being the teams entered. Pioneer won the first game of the tourney by defeat- ing Maconaquah 39-26. Fowler pushed past North Caston and set the stage for the championship game. Pioneer came through with a 45-33 victory to bring home the victory trophy. The Freshmen team are to be congratulated on their fine year. Compliments of MR. HAPPY BURGER, Logansport BOB-O-LINK, Royal Center Frosh Cheerleaders Christie McKaig Gloria Smith, Jacqueline Jones Sandy Evernham ROW 1: J. Kahl, R. Moss, G. Walters, W. Leach, D. Ward. ROW 2: M. Moss, G. Cook- erly, J. Martin, J. Burton, D. Dodt, S. Baker, L. Miller. ROW 3: Stu. Mgr., J. Strauch, G. English, D. Williamson, E. Minnick, R. Roller, M. Kitchell, T. Minnick, Coach M. Poehlein. Compliments of MAROCCO'S MUSIC MART--Logansport IMPRINT OF SOCIAL LIFE The interaction among the student body is a vital part of social liv- ing. Whether it is the opening of a play or the first melody at the dance, each provides the stimulant for the growth of character and personality. Amici sea creatures, fish netting, coral, sea shells, and soft can- dlelight, juniors, seniors, and theL guests were served dinner and then danced to the music of the Paul Kenny Orchestra . Duke Larry and Duchess Delores Everyone did the twist! When do we eat? Arriving through the holly. HOLLY HOP SWEETHEART BALL Using a red and gold oriental theme, the Sunshine Society members and their guests en- joyed their annual formal dance . Mrs. Ramona Key, SSS Sponsor Queen of the Ball, Miss Connie Penny The lovely candidates nominated for queen of the Oriental Gardens. Arlin, you're off key. Blue Rimrock High School seemed to be traveling in orbit during the 1963 Junior Play, A Rocket in His Pocket. The teachers playing football in the classroom, the students sending rockets into outer space, and the transforming of a homely teacher into a dazzling beauty were enough to keep the audience out-of-this-world with interest. 108 JUNIOR PLAY 109 FATHER WAS A HOUSEWIFE Are you dressed? ■ An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but when the doctors your wife . . . well, that's different! And anyway it is Ann's very successful practice that keeps her away--away from home and husband Tom and their high-school-age twins. After seventeen years of it, Tom is comfortably settled into the routine of housekeeping until a salesman remarks, You'd make somebody a good wife! After a big blow- up with the family, Father wrathfully rips off his apron, hurls it to the floor, and announces, I Quit. After many mixed-up experiences, the play ended both heart- warming and hilarious--with a firm con- clusion that it takes more than a house to make a home and (from Father's point of view, at least) more than an apron to make a housewife. 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