Plattsmouth High School - Plattonian Yearbook (Plattsmouth, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1971 volume:

Plattonid Plattsmouth High School Plattsmouth, Nebraska Spirit of 71 Through these doors an atmosphere is settling It moves swiftly through the hallways and lingers gently over the classrooms Like a clinging vine it binds us together grasping each and everyone of us ... It Is Spirit . . . Through these pages relives our past Sounds of voices, laughter, joy and sorrow I he excitement of the first game, the meetings, dis- covering the changes and the things that remain the same, the teamwork and sportsmanship shown ... It Is You—It Is Spirit . . . Dedication Since 1954, Mr. Cecil McKnight has lauglit here at Plattsinouth High School. In these seventeen years of service he has been a great asset to our school. Mr. McKnight graduated from Nebraska City High School. While he was there, he was a student manager for two years and also lettered in football and track. He graduated from Peru State College with a Bachelor of Science in Education Degree with Majors in shop and physical education. He also lettered in football and track. Mr. McKnight taught two years at Morrill High School in Morrill, Nebraska, before coming here. His family consists of his wife, Lila, three sons, Jim, Tom, and Scott, and his daughter, Jody. They attend the United Methodist Church. For recreation, he enjoys hunting and football, which shows the attitude of sportsmanship that he possesses. Anyone can see that a man who would put up with the conditions and the hours of our drivers education classes, the varied responsibilities of his industrial arts classes, and still find time for coaching duties is truly lending a hand in boosting school spirit. Mr. McKnight is an outstanding example of a man who devotes his time to the school and his students. He is the kind of man who gets sentimental over “the little things,” who puts his hand over his heart when “The Star Spangled Banner” is played, who just cares. For these reasons the Plattonian Staff of ’71 proudly dedicates this annual to Mr. McKnight, our Friend. 5 Administration Mrs. Martha Williams Mrs. Judy Lowe Mrs. Margaret Carr Principal Dale Cheslcy Superintendent Deward Finch I School Board Members from left to right: Howard Lindquist, Russell Nielsen, Vern Waterman, Dale Draper. Not pictured A1 Hansen. This year the Board of Education decided to bring in four extra classrooms be- cause of over-crowdedness of school. But until the classrooms arrived, Plattsmouth High School was on split sched- uling. 7 I Miss Kathy Wondra Physical Education Mr. Charles Caverzagie American History Mr. Joe Anderson Modem Problems Mrs. Amelia Beck Senior English Miss Mary Finn Junior English Miss Carol Stoltcnberg French Freshman English Mrs. Chloe Miller Sophomore English Mrs. Glenda Bennett Spanish Freshman English Mr. J ack Herwcg Instrumental Music Mr. Donald Free burg Science Mr. Konald Nelson Vocal Music Science Mrs. Stella Schroeder Speech Mr. Cecil Mcknight Industrial Arts Mr. Lyle Stewart Industrial Arts a Mrs. Mickey Anson Vocational Home Ec. Mr. Roger Evans Industrial Arts Mr. Thomas Schirmer, Math Mrs. Evelyn Morris, Librarian Mr. Arlin Rasmussen, Math Mr. Fcrde Goings, Math Mr. John Beck. Matli Memorials During the year 1970-71, our school was rewarded with memorial donations from Corky Adkins and Tom More- head. Corky, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Adkins, graduated from Platts- mouth High School in 1962. His memorial funds purchased a flag pole at the athletic field, a conces- sion stand, and track equipment. Corky served with the 1st Marine Divi- sion in Quang Nam Pro- vince where he was killed by hostile rifle fire on August 29, 1968. Tom, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Morehead, attended Plattsmouth High School. Because of his out- standing potential in bas- ketball, contributions given by his friends and classmates were used for a memorial which is located in the high school gym- nasium under the score- board. It consists of two name boards for displaying the names and numbers of visiting and home teams and a metal plaque that states, “Tom Morehead whose memory is cher- ished by students, faculty, friends.” Tom died of leukemia on February 20, 1970. 14 r • nil I ‘IfeU AV A MA • MINT; HAM M ■ IVA! IVICION I RA • INC VJf’f KlOM 19 0 SI Organizations Pep Club ------------. Boosts Spirit D. Lowe H. Henning K- Baumgart E. Vinduska D. Snodgrass L. Jensen R. Wilson; L. Holman; L. Ohnoutka; K. Thiede; S. Hopkins. Last spring it was brought to the attention of the Pep Club, that a third set of cheerleaders was needed for wrestling. Five girls were voted in by the student body making 17 the total number of cheerleaders. This fall, the varsity and reserve squads competed in a district cheerleading contest held in the South- roads Mall. They ranked second place out of eight schools. The pep band, many pep club members, other enthused students were there to support the girls. Merit Keepers: M. Isles; K. Faris; K. Taylor; D. Headley; L. Metzger; D. Jackson; D. Wildman; P. Guehlstorff. Sergeant-at-Arms L. Lindholm; V. Pres. L. Nettelmann; Pres. C. Wilson; Sec. K. Collins; Historian C. Cottingham; Tres. P. Guehlstorff. “WTio's been sleeping in my pajamas?” says Coach Mitteis. 20 Grove’s Jewelry- Mode O’Day Frock Shop Wins Seventh Consecutive Superior Stage Band 22 Hoppe Paint Glen Larson Towing Service Bryant Motors This year, as in years past, the PHS band has promoted spirit around school and throughout the community. Marching in many pa- rades and contests and performing concerts, the hand received much public exposure. The hand earned a division “1” rating at the State Marching Hand Contest, performing a drill acclaimed as one of the most difficult ever executed at Pershing. This was the 7th Superior in succes- sion, the record for class A. All of the time and work invested in this organization have really paid off to give PI1S a band it can he proud of. R. Wilson; S. Finch; L. Ohnoutka; M. Gall; C. Dietz; N. Masloski: L. Holman; K. Collins. Flute Trio C. Wilson L. Nettelmann P. Henning Clarinet (Quartet J. Herfordt C. Hazen L. Feder L. Lindholm Woodwind Quintet C. Wilson F. Kildare S. Lutz L. Holman J. Herfordt 24 Plattsmoutli Cleaners G. and P. Car Wash Caldwell Funeral Home Choral Groups Top: Madrigal Middle: Chorus Bottom: Girls’ Glee Platter Staff Annual Staff 26 Scanlan’s C. E. Shellenbarger Sinclair Service Yopp Implement Honor Society D. Kalasek; D. Strobel; B. Larson; T. McKnight; D. Thiessen; L. Vinduska; J. Wallace; N. Wehrbein; S. Hula; P. Morris; N. Nielsen; L. Ohnoutka; L. Nettelmann; P. Henning. Murray State Bank 27 J. Hertordt; L. Wilson; B. fcngle; V. Mol inaro; K. Wilson; C. Dietz; B. Larson; L. Lloyd; B. Knorr; D. Kiechart;S. Sharp; G. Step pat; B. Kephart: M. How. Rishel; M. Slattery; T. French Club in ■ • ■■■ilii xmmmiMI Pres. K. Baumgart; V. Pres. D. Martin; Sec-Trcs. J. Herfordt Spanish Club Pres. P. Henning; V. Pres. D. Johnson; Sec-Tres. N. Nielsen Letterman s Club FCA 30 AMERICA AMERICA Officers: K. Dillon; P. Prokupek; L. Meisinger; K. Case; L. Tiekotter; K. Swabby; B. Campbell; E. Halmes 31 Math Club: Pres. T. McKnight; V. Pres. J. Wallace; Sec. D. Thiessen; Tres. S. Rishel. Student Council: B. Grove; D. Snodgrass; K. Wilson; R. Wilson; E. Vinduska; M. Lebens; P. Guehlstorff; N. Robinson; K. Bauingart; T. Sharp; D. Thiessen;J. Guehlstorff; K. Grosshans; T. Sedlak;Mr. Finch; M. Slattery ;J. Loper;T. McKnight;T. Ostcrholm. FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: FIRST ROW; Dan Fauquet, Ken Peterson, Rick Brendel, Ken Winters, Ken Repair, Jerry Wallace, Ted Osterholm, Tom Aylor, Rick Collins, Gary Glup, Dennis Kalasek. Dave Neuroth, Mike Stephens, Kurt Grosshans, Dave Molinaro. SECOND ROW; Kirk Meisinger, Mike Haeke, Rod Redden, Marlyn Buethe, Mike Meisinger, Bud Skinner, Bill Hobbs, Greg Haith, Brad Puls, Dan GradoviUe, Gary Repair, Dave Rhylander, Rick Kaffenberger, Ed Schroeder. THIRD ROW; Mike Abbot, Mike Valenti, Loel Loyd, Nick Shafer, Cory Collins, Alan Aylor, Bill Kephart, Mike Morehcad, Rod Tofliff, Ed Todd, Don Rupp, Allen Miesinger, Rod Kiel. SCORE BOARD PHS 10 Omaha Gross 13 PUS 0 Crete 12 PHS 25 Omaha Bryan 6 PHS 13 Avoha 6 PHS 0 Auburn 12 PHS 20 Falls City 0 PHS 12 Syracuse 6 PHS 31 Nebraska City 16 PHS 8 Fairbury 16 34 The Maker of Men What would you do with 12 guys hanging on you? Okay, on the whistle guys! Blood, Sweat, Tears Make Teamwork, Ih rills, Victories 35 The Leaders and the backbone Unite The opening game against Omaha Gross was proof that the Devils were going to he a tough team to beat this season. The loss was a heartbreak for the Devils after the lead had changed hands three times during the game. During the game a 26 yard field goal was kicked by Dennis Kalasek. This was the first field goal kicked by a Plattsmouth player since 1967. The game was lost on a fluke play with the final score 10-13. Plattsmouth traveled early in the season to meet traditionally tough Crete. Plattsmouth lost to Crete 0-12 after two of Jerry Wallace’s touchdowns were called hack. King Korn Karnival time added excitement for the players and the spectators when the Devils played Omaha Bryan on our home field. The excitement started early in the game when the Devils scored on their first play from scrimmage. Both defense and offense dominated the opposition throughout the entire game ending with a Devil victory of 25-6. With the first victory under their belt the Devils were ready to take on, for the first time, the tough Avoca, Iowa school. The defense keyed on their huge sophomore fullback, knowing they would have to stop him if they wanted to win this game. This was done and brought forth a 13-6 victory. On a cold, wet, and rainy night the Devils met Auburn on our home field. The score remained 0-0 until a bad snap from center allowed Auburn to score in the fourth period. Later Auburn intercepted a halfback pass making aDevil’sloss of 0-12. Auburn went on to become both Twin Rivers and Ak-Sar-Ben Conference Champions. Homecoming was not such a joyous event in Kalis City when the Devils spoiled the event with a 20-0 victory. The Devils were determined to make this homecoming victorious after losing the previous three homecomings. Syracuse was out for revenge after the Devils had spoiled their homecoming the previous year. But the Devils held back their revengeful attack by a 12-6 victory . With the Devils holding four victories, they traveled to Neb City to settle the account of the previous three years. The devils tromped over the Pioneers to turn the tide with a 31-16 victory. This was Ted Osterholm’s best game of the season. After a fresh coat of snow, Plattsmouth was to meet the Fairbury Jeffs who ranked in the top ten for their final game. The Devils fought a tough battle but lost 8-16. Jerry Wallace scored the only touchdown and extra points making him IMIS’s leading scorer. W ith fifteen seniors graduating, eleven of which filled starting positions, Plattsmouth will not know what to expect next year. But with our coaching department and school spirit the season should be a promising one. Leading the team next year will be Bill Kephart and Alan Aylor. Also showing promise will be Rick Kaffenberger. ALL-CONFERENCE Jerry Wallace Ted Osterholm Kurt Grosshans AK-SAR-BEN Gary Glup Ken W inters 37 Cross Country Wins Twin Rivers Title Bark Row: S. Kishel D. Strobel M. Troop N. Halmcs Coach Lowe Front Row: K. Beil G. Smith D. Thicsscn T. McKnight Seven days a week of practice proved to be very successful for our Cross Country team this year. After placing 1st in the Twin Rivers Conference and 3rd in the Ak- sarben, the team went on to rate 2nd in Districts and 7th in the State meet. They did most of their running at the golf course, “Lowe’s Moun- tain. Game Refuge, and sometimes the cemetery. They practiced every noon during the split scheduling and though it seemed to be 100 degrees in the sun, Mr. Lowe tried to convince them that it was really only 85. Over a period of two months the team ran a total of 222 miles. They were undefeated in two duals—Humhl and Neb City. The main idea of this sport is to keep the boys in good physical condition. After completing a successful season, the boys feel that the “72” team should prove to have a good season also. 38 Cross Country “Mobile” Blue Devil Wrestling Squad Back row: G. Newby, T. Aylor, D. Molinaro, R. Grosshans, M. Morchead, R. Brendel Front row: D. Bracken, M. Troop, D. Thiessen, D. Holoubck, K. Bauingart, M. Fclker Left: Coach Goings Right: S. Manager, V. Chappell VARSITY WRESTLING RESULTS North High lnv. 3rd Twin Rivers Conference Glen wood lnv. 2nd Omaha Gross Nebraska City 34-6 Albion lnv. Auburn 24-21 Blair Glenwood 12-32 Ak-Sar-Ben Conference Plattsmouth lnv. 1st Ashland Omaha Bryan 31-17 District Millard 14-28 State State Qualifiers Dale Bracken Tom Aylor Kurt Grosshans 3rd 9-31 5th 20-20 7th 33-15 5th 13 pts. 39 Wrestlers Wrangle and Roll Left to right: J. Wallace: J. Spangler; M. Slattery; D. Strobel; D. Rhylander; J. Painter; J. Nord; R. Collins; D. Gradoville; G. Steppat; T. McKnight. Not pictured: Coach Lowe and Tom Sharp VARSITY BASKETBALL RESULTS Plattsmouth 61.................................................................. . T . . ... Hartington Cedar Catholic 45 53 ................................................................................... Holy Name 46 70.......................................................................................Omaha Gross 47 54 ....................................................................................Omaha Bryan 58 50............................................................................................Auburn 62 72 ........................................................................................Ashland 44 43...........................................................................................Millard 81 74..................................................................................Omaha Dominican 42 59.............................................................................................Crete 49 57..........................................................................................Syracuse 51 61 ........................ ..........................................................Omaha Gross 63 36 ........................................................................................Waverly 45 62 .....................................................................................Falls City 59 52..........................................................................................Fairbury 71 73 ..........................................................................................Blair 67 57........................................................................................Nebr. City 44 AK-SAR-BEN CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT 59........................................................................................Nebr. City 32 37 ......................................................................................Papillion 67 47...........................................................................................Millard 72 DISTRICTS 56.............................................................................................Wahoo 58 Gradoville drives for a foul Tom Sharp, Varsity Ace, puts forth effort to help out Reserves What happened, Jerry? Wallace's fancy dribbling draws attention from opponents and crowd Plattsmouth Manor 43 Court Antics Higher Gene. Higher Smile Dave, at least you got the rebound Joe and opponent show beauty and form 44 John shoots for 2 Track and Field District B-2 Champions Bark: R. Nash, K. Heedum, J. Scanlan, S. Bomberg, M. Butler, VI. Griffin. R. Sehroeder, M. Otterstein. L). Reinke, Coach McKnight, Coach Freeburg, Coach Mitteis. Row 4: M. Felker, K. Baumgart. C. Collins, R. Topliff, D. Steube. D. Holoubek, L. Peterson, S. Hardy, Coach Andresen, Coach Priebe. Row 3: J. Carmichael, E. Todd, C. Skinner, J. Coop, G. Repair, R. Keil, L. Loyd, R. Kaffenberger, D. Parke ning, A. Meisinger, B. Puls, Row 2: M. Abbott, D. Rhy lander, R. Brendel, D. Grad oville, M. Aschenbrenner, K. Meisinger, M. Haecke, N. Ilalmes, B. Kephart. M. Meisinger, A. Aylor. Front Row: K. Winters, M. Troop, D. Strobel, K. Repair, f). KaJasck, T. Osterholm, S. Rishel, T. McKnight. J. Wallace, T. Aylor, R. Collins The Blue Devil thinclads began the season in unusually cold and wet weather which inhibited their outdoor training. Enthusiasm was high, however, and as the weather warmed, performances improved. Led by a core of talented seniors, the Devils were competitive in every meet. A late season highlight was the exciting Ak-Sar-Ben Conference meet at Nebraska City where the Devils placed third in a photo-finish by scoring 46 points to 47 tor Nebraska City and 48 tor class A Millard. The climax of the season came at Blair where the Blue Devils outscored runner-up Blair 34-47 to win the District Class B-2 championship. The Devils earned 9 berths in the 71 state meet with their outstanding district performance. Going to state were the mile-relay team of Bill Kephart, Mike Meisinger, Dewey Strobel, and Kick Collins: the 2-mile relay team of Tom Aylor, Steve Rishel, Tom McKnight, and Jerry Wallace: Rick Collins in the 440 and 880: Nick Ilalmes and Dewey Strobel in the 2-mfle run; Steve Rishel in the triple-jump, and Rick Kaffenberger in the shot and discus. Even though Rick Collins was the only point getter in the state meet with a third in the 880, the season was a successful one. The future also holds great expectations since many line athletes are returning. Included are senior tracksters Bill Kephart, Mike Haecke, Mike Meisinger, and Nick “the kick Ilalmes; senior weightman Allan Aylor; and junior weight phenom Rick Kaffenberger. 45 Collins Grocery Store 46 Esther’s House of Beauty VVinscott Skelly Station t Talented Tracks ters Left—Ted goes over the bar but almost misses the pit Right-Ken concentrates Left-Dennis strains for extra inches Right-Rick watches as the discus takes flight I. Henning, S. Nielsen, G. Henning. D. Slattery, D. Mayle, G. Smith, K. Kelly, M. Conrin, C. Bridenstine, J. Carroll, Coach Lowe. Girls ? Track J. Rupp, D. Shera, G. Pfeiffer, C. Aschenbrencr, T. Schuelkc, S. Sedlak, K. Case, K. Heffelfinger, A. Begley, J. Winters, K. Sutton, Coach: Kathy Wondra. 48 Homecoming Royalty 70-71” King Gary Queen Laura Royalties of the Past Janet Evers and Jim Poole crown the new Homecoming Royalty for 1970. Dancing amid myriads of colorful streamers, to the heavy sounds of the “Face Hand,” students attended “Glorious Conquest,” the Plattsinouth High School Homecoming of 1970. Anticipation was high among all, including the past royalties since 1958, who were the special guests for the evening. The 1970 royal court consisted of G. Glup, M. Slattery, T. McKnight, D. Molinaro, J. Wallace, and M. Brink for king; and D. Lowe, P. Henning, L. Ohnoutka, M. Vondras, N. Neilsen, and L. Skinner for queen. The anticipated moment finally arrived as Gary Glup and Laura Skinner were announced the Homecoming King and Queen for 1970-71. Hard at work Homecoming Candidates for 1970-71 Gambles Medicine Chest Discount Center A W Drive In 51 The Royal Dance rrMistletoe Magic99 Visions of sugar plums may have danced in their heads on December 23, as the students at P.H.S. were attending ‘‘Mistletoe Magic,” the Christmas dance. Sponsored by the junior class, the dance was enjoyed by all as the students danced to the music of the “Marmalade Mirage.” The highlight of the evening was the coronation. The Royalty and some of the candidates. Mark Brink and Kathy Loffer reigned over the Christmas dance as King and Queen Even Santa couldn't resist the Christmas dance 52 Tasting Tea The Pep Club’s most unusual and successful money-making project this year was the “Tasting Tea. Each Pep Club girl submitted her favorite recipe to the club, and all the recipes were made into a Pep Club recipe book. On Saturday, April 27, guests came to the school gym and sampled the different salads and desserts. Afterwards, a fashion show was given, with the Pep Club members and mothers as the models. Renee models a pantsuit Linda and Leone draw names for door prizes. Mrs. Strobel and her daughter Dea model pantsuits for Style Shop. Industrial Insulators International Corporation Hill City Trailer Court 53 rCalamity Jane'' “Calamity Jane” was one of the music department’s most successful performances. After many hard hours of practice, the play was performed on March 9 and 10. Nancy Wehrbein played Calamity, a tomboy who discovers she’s a woman and falls in love twice, first with Lt. Danny Gilmartin (Tim Dunlap) and finally with her lifelong friend Wild Bill (Mike Ford). Greg Smith played Henry Miller, the saloon owner, who hires Francis Fryer, (Dave Johnson) and Katie Brown (Ladera Schrynemakers) as his saloon entertainment. Members of the cast spent many long, tedious, agonizing, strenuous, toilsome, wearisome hours, like this!? The entire cast of “Calamity Jane with their “Smiles of Success. Ruback’s Calamity refuses help to “Fixup” Danny after he has been wounded by Indians. Mike Ford, Doug Mavle, Bill Knorr, and Vaughan Chappell rehearse their parts. 55 Penny Carnival The annual Penny Carnival, sponsored by the Honor Society, was held on April 17. Among the popular attractions were the spook house, the paper flower booth, and the football toss. Following the carnival was a dance with music by the Wind Howlin'. The highlight of the evening was the crowning of Jerry Wallace and Kay Collins as King and Queen. Some contestants in the “Beautiful Legs contest John Guehlstorff tries to gain “order in his court The basketball toss attracted many future “pro basketball players, before performing a marriage. King Jerry and Queen Kay The suspense grows as Nance Kobinson and Nancy Wchrbcin anxiously count votes to see who will be Queen and King of this year’s Penny Carnival. Amid all the applause, Jerry and Kay lead off the royalty dance. The excitement left over from the carnival, and the Wind Howlin’ contributed to the success of the dance. 57 As the seniors entered through months ago they began working on Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes' The dream . .. Tom thanks the junior class for a BEAU- TIFUL prom. 58 A Dream Is A the heart-shaped portal to the 1971 prom, the juniors' DREAM came true. Several a WISH to make this prom the biggest and best prom ever. The end result was “A portrayed throughout the gaily decorated room. comes true. The prom servers take time out from serving to pose for a picture in their P-J’s and nighties. Wish Your Heart Makes Nine o’clock was the magic hour for the entrance of all the lords and ladies of Plattsmouth High School; for then the ball began. The highlight of the evening was the announcement of the royalty. King Steve Thiede and Queen Dcana Redden were accompanied by senior attendants; Mike Slattery, LeeAnn Blackwell; junior attendants; Gene Steppat, Debbie Snodgrass, Tom Sharp, and Barb Grove. The remainder of the evening was spent dancing to the music of the “Luigi.” His Majesty Steve Her Majesty Deana Plattsmouth Honda Shop 59 The Royal Court Gene Steppat; Tom Sharp; Mike Slattery; past King and Queen, Doug Stander and Kathy Fitzpatrick; King Steve Thiede; Queen Dcana Redden; Lee Ann Blackwell; Barb Grove; Debbie Snodgrass. Athletic Banquet On Monday, May 3, the annual athletic banquet took place in the auditorium. After a delicious meal was served, an entertaining speech was given by Dave Blackwell. PUS jackets were presented to Mr. Lindquist and Dr. Brendel for their contributions to the athletic program: then, athletes were rewarded for their performances throughout the school year. Rick Collins is honored as the outstand- ing trackman for the second year in a Dave Blackwell, KMTV Sportscaster, was featured as the speaker for the banquet. Gary Drown, KOTD Sportscaster, interviews Greg Carlberg, NU track star. Kurt Grosshans accepts an award for outstanding performance during the wrestling season. Warga Sales X Realty Tom Aylor was presented an award for wrestling Jerry Wallace, President of Letterman’s Club, gave a “thank you speech. Coach Lowe presented Mark Conrin an award for his outstanding performance in golf. Plattsmouth High School let termen and their special awards Honor Highlights A pat on the back for Mr. Lindquist for a job well-done. PHS had another “Move lip Day.” Each grade has a certain place to sit during convocations held throughout the year. Move Up Day” consisted of each class actually mov- ing to the seats where they would be sitting during the next year’s convo- cations, with the seniors “moving out.” A few of the highlights were the following: Mr. Rasmussen named Don Reichart as the outstanding Junior Math student for this school year. Mrs. Anson awarded a trophy to Sheila Brittain as the freshman who has contributed the most to her class in first year Home Ec. Two groups presented a W ilson- Henning Memorial award this year. The recipients were Lynn Nettelmann, outstanding hand mem- ber, and Linda Lindholm, outstanding senior Pep Club member. Many athletes received their let- ters and their awards for outstanding performance. 1 Lynn beams with happiness after receiv- ing the Wilson-Henning award for out- standing band member. Coach McKnight is wondering if its E—V—E—R going to be his turn. Cathy Dietz received the DAR award for the highest average in history Linda Lindholtn received her award for her contribution to Pep Club Mr. Mitteis lends a helping hand to Ted “The Cripple” Osterholm Freshman Class Officers: Dan Holoubek, President: Diane Reinke, Secretary; Piper Lowe, Treasurer; Stella Sharp, Vice-President. c Freshmen Flizabeth Adams Marcy Arnold Kathy Aschenbrener Julia Baburek Helen Barber Kathy Barber Debbie Barnard Steve Bashus Ken Baumgart Brit Billingsley Steve Bom berg Cathy Bom Diana Crom Pam Curtis Mitch Cushman Susan Dasher Louis Davis Tom Dickmann Shelia Brittain Ginny Bruns Mark Butler Kerry Case Shawn Cayson Lori Christensen Debbie Clark Richard Crawford Susie Dietrich Chris Dietz Karen Dillon Tom Dooley Pam Dunham Diane Evers Mark Fclkcr Pat Ford Cullom Fertilizer Glenn’s Electric Rubin Ford Mercury Connie Forrest Tony Foster Bob Fry Cindy Gardner Joe Gillott Jeanne Glenn Jodclle Glushenko Cindy Griffith George Grove Judy Guehlstorff Bobby Hayes Keith Heedum Freshman Student Council member, Ann Siewert Tim Henning David High field Cheryl Hild Dan Holoubek f Peggy J ones Virginia K ah merer Debbi Keil Kevin Kelly Chery l Kennedy Tallic Kerns Jim Kostas Jim Lad wig Terric Larsen Dixie Larson Diek Licdtke Terry Loper Piper Lowe Judy Maher Compliments of John Fusselman Milo Perry Laura March Vicki Martin Russ McCollam Sharon McDaniel Tom McShane Ken Meisinger Mark Meisinger Cheryl Miller 69 Franks Plumbing Hillside Inn Ruth Minshall Martin Montgomery Ron Mott Pam Muehe Cheryl Myers Bob Nash Carolyn New bum Penny Newbum She re e Newsom Bobie Nickels Stuart Nielsen Jackie Niergarth Freshman Student Council member, Henry Spangler Peggy Ostrom Mike Ottcrstcin Jerome Painter Ginger Pfeifer f David Pointer Pat Prokupek John Ptacek Julie Rader Danny Reinke Diane Reinke Pat Rhoades William Rice Pat Roberts Rick Roberts Pearl Roebuck Brad Rouse Jeff Scanlan Janet Schleicher Rob Schroeder Teresa Schuelke Sandy Sedlak Stella Sharp Donna Shera Mark Sherwin Ann Siewert Brad Sitzman Leo's Barber Shop Plattsmouth Lumber Company Ritz Theatre 71 Mike Slater Dennis Slattery Debbie Smalley Lester Soil Henry Spangler David Steube Kelly Sutton Steve Tandy Sharon Tetreault Dean Thicssen Kit Tiekotter Mike Timerman Marla Tincher Connie Topliff Mamee Troop Cheryl Turner f Julie Turner Rod Underwood Barbara Valenti Vance Veldhuis Cheryl Waite Rob Waterman Leonard Watson Rick Weatherby Linda Weber Dan Welker Denise White Jacque Widle Bruce Wiles Joyce Winters Charles Wood Chris Wycoff Clayton Younker Not Pictured: Russell Beck Cindy Fees Linda Kennell Deborah King Judy Landis Coleen McMurphy Leslie Peterson Signe Reighter Steve Rogers [)ennis Stewart Dan Todd Schreiner Drug Jim’s Barber Shop Cardel Freezer Meats Yellow Daisy Roy’s Barber Shop Dairy Queen 73 Sophomore Class Officers: Kirk Meisinger, Treasurer; Ken Tiekotter, President; Sam Hardy, Vice-President; Patti Guehlstorff, Secretary. Sophomores Mike Abbott Mark Aschcnbrcnncr Kathy Austin Candy Axt 40 . W- Vicki Bauerkemper Kathy Bax Jim Benton Leonard Bobenmoyer Robert Bogle Dale Bracken Tim Brannon Gayle Brcndel Kathy Brodcrson Marlyn Bucthc Bob Bushnell Janet Campbell Craig Carlson Jim Carmicheal Joleen Chappell Jeff Cloidt Steve Cole Cory Collins Jim Coop John Coop Sharon Coop Sandy Cross Joe Davidson Kerry Davis Susan Dillon Terry Duncan Rein Eastrcdge Kathy Eaton Rick Eledge Monte Ellingson Schmidtmann’s Appliance Lugsch Cleaners Laundry Jon Dyer Studio Linda Eyster Nancy Pass Sherry Finch Floyd Foster Scott Gall Steve Garrean Michele Gilson Pat Glaze Rick Gochenour Dan Gradovillc Sheryl Gregerson Shirley Griffin Patti Guchlstorff Greg Haith Sam Hardy Kim Heffelfinger ♦ ■ral • % 76 Geoffrey Henning Larry Hixson Rill Hobbs Teresa Holman Jean Hough David Hula Diane Hunter John Hurley Greg Hutton Mary lies Lorraine Jensen Denice Johnson Rick Kaffenbcrgcr Rodney Kcil Farley Furniture Store Linda Keran Fran Kildare Ann Knorr Kris Krings Carol Ladwig Greg Larsen Ronald Layton Mary Anne Lebens Ofe Oil Swatek Hardware Store 77 Tom Lepert Wilford Little John Lopcr Loci Loyd Tonda Lutes Karen Maher Donald March Susan March Donna Martin Dennis Mason Doug Mayle Chris McCollum Linda McGuire Karen McMurphy Alan Meisinger Debra Meisinger Kirk Meisinger Linda Meisinger Mike Messick Chris Metzger Mike Munhall Doreen New bum Sharon Nickels Susan Ofe Don Oldenburg Joe Painter Dale Parkening Vickie Peterson Bill Pittman Lynne Pohlmcier Gary Repair Dave Rhylander Danny Rice Cindy Rogers Ellen Sack Jerry Sand Paul Savick Roger Schmidt Brown Floral Shop 79 Nick Shafer Cynthia Shepard Charles Simmons Buddy Skinner Bill Smock Robbie Snodgrass Kathy Solomon Dea Strobel Kathy Swabby Mary Syverson Karen Tesarek Karen Thiede Ken Tiekotter Ralph Timm Ed Todd Ed Toman 80 Rod Topliff Sharon Tschirren Mike Turner Evelyn Vinduska Birdie Weber Sandy Weber Bob Welstead Bonnie Wentz Connie Wentz June Widle Marvin Wiles Lilliane Young Not Pictured: Wesley Aganon Debra Berberieh Richard Clark Debbie Downey Martin Gray Jenna Murphy Brad Puls Linda Seydlitz Rodney Sheldon Pat Weyer Mrs. Miller and Mr. Schirmer sample Mrs. Miller’s birthday cake as “The Thinker” gazes deep in thought. Cindy Shepard searches for the specimen under the micro- scope while Chris McCollum diligently aids in the hunt. 81 Juniors Jim Adkins Steve Aschcnbrcner Alan Aylor Kathy Baumgart Junior Class Officers: seated, Ginny Molinaro, Vice President; Mrs. Candy Meisinger, Junior Class Sponsor. Standing: Marty Macrander, Secretary; Bill Kephart, President; Jim Spangler, Treasurer. Anne Begley Kim Beil Sheryl Bickett Mark Billingsley Curtis Bridenstine Barbara Brink Robin Buchholz Barbara Campbell Debra Campbell Gary Carmicheal Jeff Carroll Nora Case Vernon Clark Sheryl Cottingham Pam Cowan Dennis Cunningham Tom Davenport Cathy Dietz Debbie Dillon Debbie Downey Tim Dunlap Kelly Cast ridge Diane Engle Kris Faris LuAnn Feder Gene Flint Mike Ford Meridee Gall Jim Gardner Janet Gold W.E. Cady, Inc. Linder Firestone Conoco Thomas Walling Co. 83 Barb Grove John Guehlstorff Mary Hadraba Mike Haecke Nick Halmes Roxanne Hatfield Charles Henry Jean Herfordt Linda Holman Sheri Hopkins Ann Hopp Mary Howe Marilyn Hull Vickie Hutchison David Johnson Leonard Kaffenherger f Maureen Kelly Patti Kennedy Bill Kephart David Kirschenman Carol Klein Bill Knorr Barbara Larson Mike Lawson Jeanette Lepcrt Carole Lockhart Jayn Loffer Linda Loyd Monica Lurkowski Marty Macrander Debbie McCollum Keith McGraw Mike Meisinger Dan Miller Ginny Molinaro Dan Montgomery Dave Montgomery Mike Morehead Cass County Motor Co. Haith Kent Cafe and Oil Plattsmouth Journal 85 Colccn New bum Joe Nord Bob Nosky John Painter David Pelzer Steve Ptacek Cheryl Record Rodney Redden Don Reichart Peter Rishel Don Rupp Allen Schmidt Ladera Schrynemakers Jeff SeU Brent Shanholtz Tom Sharp t Greg Smith Debbie Snodgrass J im Spangler Mike Stattler Connie Steele Gene Steppat Leslie Thornton Greg Thumann Dianne Tilson Kathy Timerman Marcia Ulrich Mike Valenti Diana Wildman Jeannie Williamson Rhonda Wilson Margaret Winters Vicki Wood Debbie Wyant Not Pictured: Raul Aganon Debra Cushman Mike Hall Janet Rupp Roxanne Schcard Carolyn Shepard Paul Vcldhuis Ted Westpfahl Ty Williams 87 Debbie is surprised with her accuracy in typing while Connie plods on. Dan wonders if Sherry's giggling because she's camera shy. So we're not overcrowded, huh? 88 Is it really that funny, Janet? Motto: Today we follow, Tomorrow we lead.99 Flower: Iris - faith, wisdom, valor. Colors: Blue - piety, sincerity chasity, fidelity, and loyalty. Gold - purity, dignity, wisdom and glory. Seniors Class officers: T. McKnight, Pres.; D. Thiessen, V.P„; T. Osterholm, Sec.; K. Grosshans, Treas. 89 Mike Coen Vic Chudy Larry Clark Vaughan Chappell Kay Collins Kick Collins Dennis Kalasck Main Larson Greg Leydens Linda Lindholm KM ... Kathy Karros John Lepert Susan Lutz 100 George Martinson Nickey Masloski Tom McKnight Lisa Metzger Dave Mol inaro 101 Nancy Nielsen Patricia Morris Bob Myers Carl Newby Gladys Moore v Lynn Nettelmann Karen Oldenburg Ted Osterholm I eone Ohnoutka Sandy Payton 102 Ken Peterson Jim Painter Mary Ramge Deana Redden Pat Peterson Cheryl Pohlmeier Ken Repair Dan Prokupek 103 Steve Rishel Cari Rhylander Nancy Robinson 104 Eric Shade Ed Schrocdcr Mary Schumacher Mike Slattery 105 Pat Simons Laura Skinner David Simons John Shafer Tom Sedlak Bill Stattlcr 106 Mike Stephens Dewey Strobel Pat Tandy Tim Swancy 7 4 Wanda Strange Vickie Ulrich Debora Wallace Mike Troop Larry Valenti 108 Lynn Vinduska Mary Vondras Bart Whipple Dave Welker Jerry Wallace Nancy Wehrbein Don We 1st e ad Kathy Westpfahl 109 Diana Younker Grant to us Life that though they be gone The Promise of their spirit be fulfilled. Masefield Pamela Kay Henning Band; 1,2,3,4. Girls Glee; 1,2. Chorus; 3,4. Sextet; 2,3,4. Madrigal; 3,4. Pep Club; 1,2,3,4. Cheerleader 4. Math Club; 3,4. French Club; 1,2,3,4. President 4. Speech Club 2. Honor Society; 3,4. Secretary 4. Junior Rotarian. Prom Server 2. County Government Day 3. Homecoming Attendant 4. Cheryl Lynn Wilson Pep Club; 1,2,3,4. President 4. Girls Glee; 1,2. Chorus; 3,4. Sextet; 2,3,4. Madrigal; 3,4. Band; 1,2,3,4. Honor Society' 4. Omaha Symphony Orchestra 4. Platter Editor 4. Ill Marie-Anne Gryzlak was a senior at PI IS for the 1970-71 school year. While in Plattsmouth, she resided at the William Repair home. Marie-Anne came from Aaram, Switzerland, which has a population of 18,000. She attended a co-educa- tional school there that had an attend- ance of 1000 students. After she returns, she will continue her edu- cation until she is 20, when she will decide whether she wishes to enroll in a college. Marie-Anne was horn in France and when she was three, her family moved to Switzerland. She has one brother, 19. At her school in Aaram, she takes 12 subjects, but not every day. While here our exchange student is taking trigonometry, analytical geometry, American history, English III, modern problems, and French. Besides French, she speaks Latin, Italian, Eng- lish, German and Swiss German. Swiss-German is like American slang and is only spoken in the home and never wtitten. For school, conversa- tion, and written work, High German is used because it is the official language. This multi-lingual lass is active in Pep (dub and French Club at PUS. Marie-Anne Gryzlak ICYE Exchange Student 112 Knorr’s Store American Family Insurance Woster Realty Memories Senior Is it true they’re selling our school?! All this work for a yearbook? Vaughan models the latest style in hats!!! Aw, Vic!!!!! 113 It's a PARTY!!!! Is the senior class getting to Mr. Anderson??? Is homeroom really like this?!? 114 Bart's Dream House. It s a bird, it’s a plane, no it’s a package of Kleenex!!? Ken Peterson and his patriotic flying machine Waiting . . . and Walking Murray Lockers Highlander Center Andy’s Ruth’s Flying “D” Enterprises Used Furniture Antiques 116 Lima Shoe Center Farmers Feed Seed Family Discount Center Commencement Even though inclement weather forced the commencement exercises to he held in a standing-room-only gym, it failed to dampen the spirits of the 1971 graduates. The stage was decorated by two beautiful iris bouquets donated by the families of Cheryl Wilson and Pam Henning in memory of their daughters. Another bouquet was from a former classmate of Pam Henning from Oshkosh, Nebraska. This class, the largest ever to graduate at PUS, had thirteen honor graduates: Nancy Wehrbein, Tom McKnight, Suzanne Hula, Marie-Anne Gryzlak, Patricia Morris, Nancy llobinson, Brenda Engle, Dave Molinaro, Dan Thiessen, Leone Ohnoutka, Mark Conrin, Jerry Wallace, Steve Rishel. Six graduates spoke on the topic “The Five R’s.” The idea of these speeches was the progression from the traditional “Three R’s” to the “Five R’s”: respect, reason, rights, responsibility, and reform. The swing choir, accompanied by the stage band, sang “All About the Blues” and “Gonna Build A Mountain.” Scholarships were awarded to various graduates. Then Mr. Chesley presented the Class of 1971, and Mr. Nielsen, President of the Board of Education, handed out the diplomas. Then the 1971 graduating class exited . . . one milestone of their lives over. Salutatorian was Tom McKnight and Valedictorian was Nancy Wehrbein. The six graduates who gave speeches were: Nancy Nielsen (speaking). Tom McKnight, Nancy Wehrbein, Mike Slattery, Nancy Robinson, and Dan Thiessen (seated). Style Shop Dr. Mrs. Brendel Betty’s-Bit-of-Antiques Janice’s Dance Studio Masonic Home Plattsmouth Lockers 1 17 Leonard G. Farrell presented Tom McKnight with the Allied Chemical Award for his outstanding performances in the field of science. This award consisted of a signed certificate, a slide rule, and a $100 United States Savings Bond. The Rotary Club scholarship amounting to $200 went to Nancy Robinson. Scholar Steve Rishel received the Plattsmouth Education Association scholarship for $100, which can be used at any teacher’s college. 118 ships t Tom McKnight received the Cheryl Wilson Leadership scholar- ship from Rex Wilson in memory of his daughter, Cheryl. The Pam Henning scholarship recipient was Leone Ohnoutka. The award was presented to her by the Rev. Wilfred Henning, Pam’s father. Tom McKnight received the Roger Schneider Good Citizenship Award of $100. 119 And now . . . Through I lies� ' doors we pass, Sonic to return but others To go new ways. Though we shall lose their spirit, It will not he forgotten. Those who remain shall step up To fill their shoes— To Ik- the leaders— To retain the spirit.