Plattsmouth High School - Plattonian Yearbook (Plattsmouth, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 128 of the 1972 volume:

p I a t t 0 n 1 a n 72 Plattsmouth High School Plattsmouth, Nebraska NOW IS THE TIMK .. . 1972 Time is always around us; wherever we go, whatever we do, time surrounds us. We cannot see time, nor can we touch but we know it is there. We are bom into time, we live in time, and we will die in time. Time may be defined as a period characterized by a prevailing condition. School is filled with many different times: 2 a time to study a time to sleep a lime to cry a time to laugh 3 a time to think a time to change a time to challenge a time to be shy a time to wonder 4 a time for fun a time for friends a time to just be me Now is tiie time to turn back the pages of time and remember all the happy and sad experiences we had at Plattsmouth High School in the year of 1972. 5 Dedication This year’s 1972 Plattonian is dedicated to Mr. Jack Ilerweg, a man who came to I’HS in 1963 and began to create musical history. Mr. Ilerweg was born November 5 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. His occupational desire as a child was to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a railroad engineer. After graduating from high school he attended Parsons College in Iowa. While in college he worked with the railroad not as an engineer, hut as a cook in the dining car. Mr. Ilerweg’s family includes his wife, Pat; his son, Mark; and a daughter, Lisa. An example of his devotion to PHS is shown by the many early hand rehearsals he holds. Surprisingly enough he has held other unscheduled rehearsals in his sleep. Through the years he has led his hand to Winnipeg (Canada), Chicago, and the ASBDA Convention in Omaha, with occasional radio and television performances, and the cutting of a record. His two most outstanding accomplishments are his eight consecutive Superiors at Pershing, and most recently the Rose Bowl Parade at Pasadena, California. It is for this that the Plattonian Staff of 1972 proudly dedicates this annual to our favorite hand director, Mr. Jack Ilerweg. Administration School Board: Mr. AJ Hansen, Mr. Vcm Waterman, Mr. Howard Lindquist, Mr. Ralph Parkening, Mr. Dale Draper, Mr. Russell Nielsen, Mrs. Sandra Stoehr, Mr. Stanley Lepert. Not pictured: Bill Howland. High School Principal Mr. Fred Kaufman A new addition to the administrative staff this year is Mr. Fred Kaufman, the senior high principal. Mr. Kaufman was bom and raised in Bladen, Nebraska. He received his B.S. from the University of Nebraska, his M.S. from Kearney State College, and a six-year administrative certificate from the University of Nebraska. Before coming to Plattsmouth, Mr. Kaufman was principal for four years in the Burwell, Nebraska school system. His hobbies include hunting, reading, and collecting antiques. 9 Mr. Dale Chesley: Junior High Principal Mr. Joe Anderson: Modem Problems Mrs. Adeline Axt: Aide Mrs. Amelia Beck: English Mrs. Mickey Anson: Vocational Home Ec. Mr. John Beck: Mathematics Left: Mr. Marvin Axt 7th Grade Social Studies 11 12 Mr. Charles Caverzagic American History Miss Beverly Kitelinger Diversified Occupations Mr. Ferde Goings Mathematics I listory Mr. J ack I lerweg Instrumental Music Mr. Alvin Lowe: World u Mr. Chuck Gorman: Science Mr. Merlin Mitteis Physical Education Mr. Ron Nelson: Vocal Music Mr. Roy Reimer: Science Mr. George Robertson 7th Grade Mathematics 1 } Mr. Arlin Rasmussen: Mathematics Mrs. Josette Kueger: English Mr. Norman Schoch 7th Grade Science Right: Mrs. Stella Schrocder 7th Grade English 16 Mr. Tom Schirmer: Mathematics Business Miss Kathy Wondra 17 Physical Education Mini- Courses This year Plattsmouth had three weeks of Mini-Courses following Christmas vacation. The purpose of this program was to give students the opportunity to lake courses not offered on the regular schedule. Both the students and the teachers gained many new experiences. Among many of the popular courses were girls’ auto repair, card games, bachelor cooking, photog- raphy, macrame, slymnastics, volley ball, and knitting. If the Mini-Courses proved suc- cessful, you can probably expect to see them again next year. Pres., Jim Spangler; Treas., Gene Steppat; Sec., Kris Pams; (not pictured) V. Pres., Marty Macrander “I’m not afraid of tomorrow, for I’ve seen yesterday and I love today. Red—Life, Love. Passion, Enthusiasm White- Innocence, Purity Red Rose—Good Luck, Love 19 Jim Adkins Raul Aganon Steve Aschcnbrencr 20 Becky Beardsley Anne Begley Kim Beil Sheryl Bickett Kent Bolejaek Curtis Rridenstinc Barb Brink Barb Campbell Gary Carmichael Jeff Carroll Nora Case 21 Dean Clark Sheryl Cottingham Dennis Cunningham 22 Cathy Dietz Debbie Dillon Debbie Downey Tim Dunlap Kelly Eastridge Diane Engle Kris Faris LuAnn Feder Mike Fisher Gene Flint Mike Ford 23 Nick llalmes Charlie Henry Jean Herfordt Sheri Hopkins Ann Hopp Jane How 25 Maureen Kelly Haiti Kennedy Marilyn Hull Dave J ohnson Leonard Kaffenberger Bill Kephart Dave Kirsehenman Carol Klein Linda Loyd Monica Lurkowski Debbie Lux 27 Bill Knorr Barb Larson Mike Lawson Jeanette Lepcrt Carole Lockhart Dave Montgomery Mike Morehead Mike Meisinger Virginia Molinaro Dan Montgomer ' 28 Coleen New burn Joe Nord Bob Nosky John Painter Dave Pelzer Steve Ptacek Kod Redden Don Reich art Pete Rishel Lanny Saerang Allen Schmidt 29 Debbie Snodgrass Jim Spangler Connie Steele Ladera Schrynemakers Jeff Sell Brent Sbanholtz Tom Sharp Greg Smith Gene Steppat Les Thornton Greg Thumann Dianne Til son Marcia Ulrich Mike Valenti Paul Veldhuis Betsy Waterman Diane Weiler Ted Westpfahl Ty Williams Jeannie Williamson Khonda Wilson Margaret Winters Not pictured: Keith McGraw Dave Sherwood Tim Wyant Debbie Wyant Lome Younker Steve Zimmerman Senior Superstars Plattsvnouth Manor Lanny W ulan Saerang was an ICY L student at Plattsmouth High School during th ‘ 1971-72 school year. Lannv arrived in the U.S. from Menado, Indonesia, population 200,000, on August 28, 1971. She resided with the Vernon Waterman family. Lanny is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Saerang. Her father works as an architect for the Indonesian government. Lanny is 19 and the youngest of four children. She has two married brothers, Niko and Robbie, and a sister, Lily. Lanny’s classes at Plattsmouth included shorthand, American history, office practice, English, typing, and Algebra li. She was active in Pep Club. In Indonesia, Lanny went to school six days a week from 8 a.in. till noon. She is the leader of a group called “Operation all Generations.” It is a popular group of girls that work for the betterment of their country. Her hobbies include hondas and speaking foreign languages. Lanny speaks Indonesian, Japanese, Chinese, English, German, Dutch, and a little Philippine. Lanny said she enjoys school in the U.S. because the students go to the teachers. In Indonesia, the students stay in the same room and the teachers come to them. After leaving the U.S., Lanny plans to return to Indonesia and become a secretary loan American businessman. Lannv wishes to return to Plattsmouth in 1974, and live here for a while. 34 Everything Came Up Roses This year the P.1I.S. band traveled one of its greatest distances. They traveled over 4000 miles to the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, Calif. The band parents put forth a lot of effort in money-making projects. To make money lor the trip the hand parents had a rummage sale, a drawing for two color televisions, and had the bandstand. Sur- rounding communities and local organiza- tions and businessmen also made many donations, including a pancake feed and a watermelon feed. rile hand members and sponsors trav- eled to California by United Airlines and stayed in a Holiday Inn in Anaheim. While in California, they toured Lion Country Safari, Marineland, Knotts Berry Farm, and Disney- land. While at Disneyland, the band marched in a parade through Disneyland. They also saw how the floats were made for the Rose Parade. One day the band participated in the “NBC Bandtime” sponsored byMcDonald’s which was seen on television on New Year's Day. On January first the band marched in the seven mile parade and later went to watch the Nebraska and Alabama football game on TV. With many memories behind them the tired members and sponsors returned home. Also during the past year the band received superior ratings at Pershing and at the Plattsmouth contest. The band members are thankful to Mr. Herweg, the band parents, and the entire community for the hard work they put forth to send our band to represent Cornhusker Land. 36 Brass Sextet Bass Trio Brass Quartet Trumpet Trio 38 Pep Hand Stage Hand Ru back’s 39 Come on, Pat, stand up and take it like a man! Practice Makes Perfect Hup 2, 3, 4 Try it-you’ll like it! We Ve 1 Too! Now do this right or we’ll all end up in that great bandroom in the sky Pep Club Plue Is Beautiful N Varsity Cheerleaders: Karen Thiede, Loraine Jensen, Kathy Baumgart, Sheri Hopkins, Barb Grove, Debbie Snodgrass, Donna Martin, Evie Vinduska Birds-Eye view of a pep rally Jumping for joy in hopes of a victory Thomas Walling Co. Lima’s Clothing and Shoes Cass County Motors 43 Reserve Cheerleaders: Dianna Reinke, Stella Sharp, Debby Smalley, Syndee Gardner Officers: Meridee Gall, Pres. Kris Faris, V. Pres. Ladera Schryneinakers, Sec. Betsy Waterman, Treas. Mary Anne Lebens, Hist. Jeannie Williamson, Sgt-at-Arms Merit Keepers: Marcia Ulrich, Ellen Sack, Robbie Snodgrass. Cathy Dietz, Barb Larson, Linda Meisinger, Linda Holman, Sherry Finch, Susan Ofe 44 In 1971, an addition was made to the Plattsmouth Pep Club. It was the Devilettes, a precision marching team. Members include 16 regulars and 3 alternates. This year, due to the illness of Loraine Jensen, a varsity cheerleader, Vicki Peterson, a Drill Team member, was chosen to replace her. Robbie Snodgrass, in turn, became a member of the Drill Team. Mrs. Charles Caverzagie sponsors Drill Team. I his year we have not six but eight varsity cheerleaders. When there are wrestling and basketball on the same day, the Seniors cheer for basketball and the Juniors cheer for wrestling. n This year four varsity and four reserve cheerleaders participated in the Southroads Cheering Contest, finishing third and promoting spirit. Practice pays off! Steve Davis Agency Inc. 45 Don Keichart Bill Knorr Gene Steppat (V. Pres.) Tom Sharp (Tres.) Bill Kephart (Pres.) Barb Larson Linda Loyd Cathy Diet . Jane How Ginny Molinaro Rhonda Wilson Jean Herfordt (Sec.) Janet Gold Honor Society New Members: D. Engle, G. Henning, I). Clark, D. Mayle, K. Meisinger, L). I’arkening, D. Rhylander, G. Smith, D. Hula, D. Johnson, B. Campbell, A. Knorr, J. Murphy, E. Vinduska, M. Lebens, C. Axt, E. Sack, K. Maher. Mary Jane, Jean, and Cathy serve at the tea. Pres. Bill smiles approvingly as Janet pins a rose on Mary Anne. Everyone watches as Cathy taps Barb. Spanish Club Pres., Henry Spangler; V.Pres., John Ptacck; Sec.-Treas., Kim Heffelfinger French Club Pres., Bill Knorr; V.Pres., Bud Skinner; Sec.-Treas., Mary Anne hebens 48 Platter Staff Editors: Betsy Waterman and Rhonda Wilson Plattonian Staff Editor: Nora Case 49 Chorus Senior High Student Council Officers: Pres., Tom Sharp; V.Pres., Jim Spangler; Sec., Barb Grove; Treas., Kris Faris. Junior High Student Council Officers; Pres., Scott Linder; V. Pres., Scott McKnight; Sec., Chris Henning. lander Firestone Kock Motel Mr. Mrs. Vernon Waterman 51 Lctterman's Club 52 Future Homemakers of America F B L A The Future Business Leaders of Ameriea is a newly organized club at P.H.S. this year. It is a club open to any- body who has taken or is taking a busi- ness course. Projects of the club were sell- ing phone book covers and check-book calendars and starting a sendee of running off materials for teachers. The club is sponsored by Mr. Was- singer with the assistance of the other business teachers. An installation was held for the following officers: Pres., Robbie Snodgrass; V. Pres., Barb Larson; Sec., Sheryl Miller; Treas., Sherry Finch. Ruby’s Beauty Shoppe Hoppe Paint Schreiner Rexall Drug Schmidtmann Appliance Rubin Ford 53 Dairy Queen Math Club Pres., Don Keichart; V. Pres., Tom Sharp; Sec., Ellen Sack; Treas., Evie Vinduska Library Club 54 Pres., Connie Wentz; V. Pres., Bonnie Wentz; Sec., Robin Buchholz; Treas., Rod Redden Junior Cias� Officers: Pres., Geoff Henning; V.Pres., Dave Rylander; Sec., Evie Vinduska; Tres., Kirk Meisinger The Juniors’ Pride and Joy 56 Brown’s Floral Shop Bryant Motors Plattsmouth Lumber Li Kathy Brodersen Marlyn Buethe Bob Bushnell Janet Campbell Jim Abbott Wesley Aganon Mark Aschenbrenner Candy Axt Vicki Bauerkemper Craig Carlson Jim Carmicheal Joleen Chappell I Kck Hark Jeff Cloidt 57 Steve Cole Cory Collins Jim Coop John Coop Sandy Cross Dan Gradoville Marty Gray Sheryl Gregersen Shirley Griffin Nate Griffith 58 Plattsmouth State Hank KOTD .State harm Insurant Dave Hula Bill Hunt Diane Hunter Patti Guchlstorff Greg Haith Sam Hardy Kim llcffelfinger Geoff Henning Den ice Johnson Rick Kaffenberger Rod Keil Linda Reran Fran Kildare 59 Ann Knorr Greg Larsen Ron Layton Mary Anne Lebens Elizabeth Leddy Debbie McDaniel Karen McMurphy Alan Meisinger Debbie Meisinger Kirk Meisinger 60 Knorr' s Store Linda Meisinger Mike Messick Oiris Metzger Mike Munhall Jenna Murphy Dan Rice Cindy Rogers Ellen Sack Jerry Sand Paul Savick 61 Buddy Skinner Bill Smock Robbie Snodgrass Kathy Solomon Dea Strobel Kathy Swabby Karen Tesarek Karen Thiede Ralph Timm Ed Todd Ed Toman Roger Schmidt Linda Seydlitz Nick Shafer Cindy Shepard Charlie Simmons Rod Topliff Sharon Tschirrcn Mike Turner Evelyn Vinduska Birdie Weber 62 Yopp implement Company Cass County Bank Cardel Freezer Meate The Devil made me do it! Buddy’s lost his buddies! Sandy Weber Bob Welstead June Widle Marvin Wiles l-iliane Young I wonder if Joe Namath ever felt like this! Not pictured: Kathy Austin Tim Brannon Sharon Coop Kris Krings Linda McGuire Rodney Sheldon Leonard Taylor Linda Van Huss Bonnie Wentz Connie Wentz A c t i V I t I e s dnlBjj Buiiuojdiuojj The first-place prize went to the Drill Team. For the first time in the history of the school, a Homecoming parade proceeded through Main Street. Participation by the school’s organiza- tions and onlookers gave spirit a termendous boost. The 1211-22 victory over Falls City the following night opened the gates to “Blue Devil Heaven”. Adding to the atmosphere was the rhythm of the Dave Kavitch Band. Royalty candidates were: Gene Steppat, Tom Sharp, Mike Ford, Marty Maerander, Steve Aschen- brenner, Bill Kephart, Sheryl Cotting- ham, Sheri Hopkins, Kathy Baumgart, Barb Grove, Ginny Molinaro, and Debbie Snodgrass. Homecoming 71 was highlighted by the crowning of Queen Ginny and King Marty. They proudly reigned over the kingdon, the successful result of much hard work and effort put forth by the Pep Club. Devil Heaven 99 The vocal music department demonstrated its talent again this year by presenting “Bells Are Ringing.” The play concerns Ella (Fran Kildare), who works at Susanswer- phone, and Jeffery Moss (Mike Ford), an aspiring young playwright. Although Ella is cautioned by Sue (Candy Axt), the owner of the answering service, against getting involved with the subscribers, she meddles in the affairs of Blake Barton (Nate Griffith), a young actor, l)r. Kitchell (Pat Ford), a dentist who writes songs on the airhose, and Jeff, whom she falls in love with. Meanwhile, Sue has let Sandor (Tim Dunlap) use Susanswerphone for record orders, but the orders are coded messages for betting on horses. Throughout the entire play, Ella is followed by a con- fused detective, Inspector Barnes (Geoff Henning) and his assistant, Francis (Tom Sharp). The results were very humorous and enjoyed by audiences both nights. Thanks to Mr. Nelson and the chorus for an entertaining performance. Penny Carnival This year’s Penny Carnival was one of the most successful ever, featur- ing Dr. San Guinarv. Despite the rainv weather, many children and adults as well came to test their skills at the various booths. One of the popular at- tractions was the Spook House spon- sored by the Annual and Platter Staffs. Other interesting booths were the Drafting Class’s Dunking Stool, Drama Club’s Old-Time Flics, and Homemade Ice Cream made by the Spanish Club. Afterwards, music was provided for the Penny Carnival Dance by the “Royal Assembly.” The evening ended with the coronation of Queen Barb Grove and King Gene Steppat. Attend- ants were Ladera Schrynemakers, Cathy Dietz, Diane Engle, Barb Campbell, Kathy Baumgart, Jean Herfordt, Bill Kephart, Don Reichart, Mike Ford. John Painter, Dean Clark, and Jim Spangler. Everyone hopes that next year’s Penny Carnival will be as entertaining. Moonlight and Roses May 6 was all Moonlight and Roses. As usual the juniors made prom something special for all. After the banquet was served, Geoff Henning and Jim Spangler presented entertaining speeches: then Gene Steppat read the Senior Will. Entertainment was provided by the swing choir and skits were given by the prom servers. They were: Dean Thiessen, Pat Ford. Hank Spangler, Bruce Wiles, Les Peterson, Tom McShane, Steve Bomberg, Dan Holoubek, Stella Sharp, Susie Dietrich, Ylarnee Troop, Kerry Case, Diane Evers, Dianna Rienke, Marla Tincher, and Jodelle Glushenko. When the banquet was over and an hour had passed, the dance began. The “Ak-Sar-Ben Bridge” played music to fit the occasion. The royalty was finally announced. Dennis Cunningham was crowned King and Linda Holman was crowned Queen by last year’s King, Steve Thiedc, and Lee Ann Blackwell, who stood in for last year’s Queen, Deana Redden. The senior attendents were Diane Engle and Jim Spangler. The junior attendents were Sherry Finch, Karen Thiede, Dave Rhylander, and Kirk Meisinger. For a long time to come, the juniors and seniors will have pleasant memories of “Moonlight and Roses.’ Athletic Banquet Mark Butler was recognized as Outstanding Golfer of the year. Gene Steppat, president of the Letterman’s Club, thanked the Booster Club for their enthusiastic support. The annual athletic banquet was held May « amid Prom decorations. Senior and Junior members of the Pep Club helped to serve the meal. After dinner, Ed Sutton, head basketball coach at Creighton University, gave an inspirational speech. The awards were presented to well-deserving athletes for performances during the year. Rod Redden, Mike Hacke, Dan Holoubek, Mark Butler, Nick Halmes, Brad Puls, Dan Gradovillc, Dave Rhylander, Jim Spangler, Gene Stepps Alan Aylor, Bill Kcphart Coach Eddie Sutton gave an inspirational speech to the boys. Alan Aylor was recognized as Most Valuable Player in Football. Dan Holoubck was elected Outstanding Wrestler and co-captain. 76 Industrial Insulators International Corp. Honors Convocation Outstanding Junior Math student, Kirk Meisingcr At the final convocation of the year, held May 17, achievements in scholarship, sports, and organizations were recognized. After the awards were given, Tom Sharp, Student Council president, instructed the seniors to leave, and the remaining students to “move-up” to their future seats. All eyes are on Mr. Herweg when the Annual dedication was announced. Meridee Gall receives the Wilson-Henning Four seniors receive A-pins. Ellen Sack is presented the DAK award. Memorial Award for outstanding Pep Club member. 77 The Platter Staff presented roses to Mrs. Caverzagie. Greg Smith and Mike Ford were chosen a outstanding band members. 78 “Where have they all gone?” Baccalaureate Baccalaureate Service was held for the 1972 graduates on May 21. The Triple Trio sang two religious selections, “How Great Thou Art, 1 and “God Made Our Hands.’ Father Raymond Hain spoke to the seniors regarding their approach to religion. He explained how religion can bring about greater involvement in our time. Graduation A quiet moment as the graduates listened to the speakers. 80 Mullenax Auto Supply Plattsmouth Rentals Senior Trumpet Trio performed a number called “Bugler’s Hol- iday.” Caldwell Funeral Honir Graduation Exercises were held on the Athletic field for 108 grad- uates on May 24, 1972. The following graduates wore gold hotior cords to represent their high scholastic achievement: Bill Kephart, Don Reichart, Jane How, Rhonda Wilson, Jean Herfordt, Barb Campbell, Cathy Dietz, Dean Clark. Barb Larson, Janet Gold, Bill Knorr, Maureen Kelly, and Gene Steppat. The theme “We Hear Footsteps” was presented by Jim Spangler, Bill Kephart, Cathy Dietz, Jean Herfordt, Tom Sharp, and Gene Steppat. These senior speakers are part of a newly formed tradition at graduation. After entertainment by the Girls Sextette, various scholastic awards were presented. The highly anticipated moment finally arrived for the Class of 72 when they received their diplomas. As the hand played “Pomp and Circumstance,” the graduates inarched off the field. Fireworks by the seniors provided an unexpected finale for the graduates. The long-awaited night passes quickly Determination is awarded as Diane Weiler receives her diploma. 81 The Roger Schneider Good Citizenship Award was presented to Bill Knorr. Gene Steppat was awarded the Rotary Scholarship. Rev. Henning presented Ladera Schryne makers the Henning Memorial scholarship Scholarships Jean Herfordt was awarded tiic Cheryl Wilson Memorial Award and the PEA Scholarship. The Allied Chemical Award was given to Bill Kephart for outstand ing ability in science. 82 Embury’s Dog-n-Suds Drive-In Sophomore Class Officers: President, Dianna Reinkc; Vice President, Mark Butler; Secretary, Stella Sharp; Treasurer, Mamcc Troop. Sophomores smile for a victory! Jim’s Barber Shop Don’s Highlander Center Vineyard Jack K. Widle Hill City Court Mr. Mrs. Don Freehur- Klizabclh Adams Marcy Arnold Julie Raburek Debi Barnard Steve Rasims Susan Dasher Louis Davis Susie Dietrich Chris Dietz Karen Dillon 85 Tony Foster Dusty Fried ley Bob Fry Isabel Gamez Syndee Gardner Joe Giliott Jeanne Glenn i • r Jodelle Glushenko Cindy Griffith Judy Guehlstorff Don Hardekopf Diane Evers Cindy Fees Mark Felker Pat Ford Connie Forrest Bobby Hayes Bill Heckert Keith Heedum Tim Henning Dave Highfield 86 Larson Towing Service Fusselman Perry Funeral Home Feme Larsen Terry Leutz Kick Liedtke Cheryl Mild Dan I loloubck PcRRy Jones Debbie Kcil Virginia Kammerer Kevin Kelly Dieryl Kennedy Jim Kostas Judy Landis Mr. Mrs. Harold Lebens 87 Terry Lopcr Piper Lowe Judy Maher Laura March Kuss McCollam Sharon McDaniel Colcen McMurphy Tom McShane Ken Meisingcr Mark Meisinger Cheryl Miller Ruth Minshall Marty Montgomery Ron Mott Mike Ottcrstcin Jerry Painter Ginger Pfeifer Leslie Peterson David Pointer 88 Pal Prokupek John Ptacek Julie Rader Signe Rcighter Dan Reinke Shelly Scott Sandy Sedlak Stella Sharp Donna Shcra Ann Siewert J-Mar Children’s Clothing Grove’s Jewelry Ofe Oil Company 89 Brad Sitzman Mike Slater Denis Slattery Dehby Smalley Hank Spangler Rod Underwood Barb Valenti Cheryl Waite Bob Waterman Bonnie Watkins 90 Unda Weber Dea White Jacque Widle Bruce Wiles Not Pictured: Kathy Aschenbrener Pain Dunham Dave Hancr Vance Veldhuis Joyce Winters Chuck Wood Chris Wycoff Clayton Younker Karl’s Place Farley Furniture Plattsmouth Locker 91 Cross my heart! The Odd Couple Double exposure? I couldn't care less if it’s a male or female fruit fly! 92 IIinky Dinky Back Row: Tim Henning, Mike Otterstein, Alan Meisinger, Carl Morris, Jeff Haag, Dale Harkening, Coach Lowe, Kirk Meisinger, Kim Beil. Henry Spangler, Richard Eyster, Jim Perry. Front Row: Dale Bracken, Dean Thiessen, Nick Halmes, Mike Haecke, Mark Aschenbrenner, Mark Felker, Jim Coop. Cross Country I his year’s Cross Country team achieved great success even though three of the four varsity contributors were running their first season. Workouts consisted of distance runs averaging six miles a day which totaled 250 at the end of the season. Two week prior to districts, practices were in the mornings and afternoons, totaling nine or ten miles daily. In varsity competition, the Cross Country squad placed first at the Applejack Invitational, Twin Rivers Tournament (second time in a row), Districts, and two home duals with Nebraska City and Syracuse. Two of three second place titles came from the hands of a fine Syracuse squad. The only other second place finish was a proud Class B State Runner-Up al a muddy Spring Lake Park course in Omaha. With these varsity finishes and an undefeated reserve squad, next season should be just as victorious. Mark Dean The Cross Country boys cam a well-deserved rest. Nick Mark Mike Rainy days don't get the Devils down. FRONT: B. Skinner, S. Nielsen, L. Davis, M. Buelhe, R. Topliff, D. High field, K. Baumgart, K. Heedum, R. Schroeder, M. Valenti. SECOND: J. Gardner, D. Slattery, B. Heckert, D. Holoubek, M. Macrander, A. Aylor, G. Stcppat, B. Kephart, M. Meisinger, B. Hobbs, M. Meisinger. THIRD: K. Meisinger, M. Butler, D. Reinkc, D. Stcube, E. Todd, S. Bombcrg, D. Gradoville, S. Hardy, J. Carmichael, G. Haith, G. Repair, C. Collins. FOURTH: M. Abbott, J. Scanlan, B. Nash, L. Loyd, T. McShane, D. Todd, D. Rhylander, M. Morehead, G. Carmichael, R. Kaffenbergcr, B. Puls, R. Redden. 96 Varsity Football Scoreboard Plattsmouth 6 Glenwood 20 14 Crete 15 6 Omaha Bryan 21 6 Avoha 34 14 Auburn 48 28 Falls City 22 20 Syracuse 44 0 Neb. City 16 0 Fairbury 52 Devils Win Homecoming The Blue Devils had a disappointing season plagued by injuries and ended up with a 1-8 won-lost season. After losing their first five games, the Devils won the hard fought Homecoming game over Kails City 28-22. The Devils took the lead, lost it, tied, trailed, tied, and then finally pulled ahead to win. Highlights of the game included quarterback Mark Butler hitting ninning back Gene Steppat with 58 and 80 yard TD strikes and also finding Bill Kephart with a 13-yardcr. Quarterback Keith Hcedum ran for one TD and also hit end Brad Puls for two vital two-point conversions along the way. Dan Gradoville also provided plenty of excitement by intercepting four Tiger aerials, a school record for one game. With plenty of good material coming up and a new weight machine to work with, the Devils and Coach Mitteis expect much more next season. Blue Devil Wrestling Back Row: Coach Goings, Mark Kclker, Alan Aylor, Mike Morchcad, Tom la-pert, Jeff Carroll, Nick Halmes, Rod Redden, Cory Collins, Wilford Little. Front Row: Mike tloloubck. Dale Bracken, Allen Schmidt, Jim Gardner, Bill Hobbs, Dan lloloubek, Greg Haith. Varsity Wrestling Results North High Inv. 4th Glenwood Inv. 6lh Falls City 30-30 Syracuse 29-17 Neb. City 36-14 Auburn 21-2� Omaha Bryan 21-36 I’lattsinouth Inv. 3rd Millard 20-27 Omaha Gross 19-22 Twin Rivers Conference 4th Albion Inv. 11th Blair 12-37 Ashland 24-33 Districts 11th 99 Tills year’s State qualifier was Dan Holoubek Hill advances for pin Big AI wails 100 Ford-Kildarc Appliances Lugsch Cleaners Huebncr’s 66 Service Basketball Assistant Coach Gorman, Keith Heedum, Gene Stcppat, Jim Spangler, Brad Puls, Bill Hunt, Dave Rhylander, John Painter, Tom McShane, Jeff Scanlan, Tom Sharp, Dan Gradoville, Mark Butler, Coach Lowe Plattsmouth (Ipponent 62 Omaha Holy Name 95 54 Cozad 71 50 Broken Bow 56 77 Auburn 52 74 Ashland 60 73 Platteview 50 49 Omaha Northwest 59 72 Omaha Dominican 41 51 Crete 66 68 Syracuse 45 73 Falls City 61 51 Fairbury 70 44 Omaha Gross 46 46 Waverly 80 56 Blair 61 68 Nebraska City 64 Twin Rivers Tournament (3rd place) 57 Auburn 56 57 F’airhury 79 72 Nebraska City 64 Class B District 64 Syracuse 47 40 Lincoln Pius X 68 101 Track Top Row: G. Schalk (manager), J. Johnson, P. Steube, K. Newby, S. Linder, S. McKnight, D. Steubc, R. Mott, A. Meisinger, W. Rice (manager): Second Row: J. Rcichart, D. Todd, R. Krejci, R. Eyster, K. Baumgart, C. Watts, J. Osthus, P. Hazen, G. Repair, D. Parkening, J. Carmichael Third Row: J. Fitzpatrick, G. Grom, L. Loyd, R. Meisinger, J. Haag, D. Anderson, M. Felker, M. Westpfahl, T. Kei], C. Derby, S. Vondra; Fourth Row: K. Heedum, S. Nielsen, R. Schroedcr, M. Otterstcin, S. Bomberg, I). Holoubek, 0. Collings, R. Manley, R. Topliff, L. Peterson, ’ Puls; Bottom Row: R. Kei], D. Gradoville, K. Meisinger, N. Halmes, M. Aschenbrcnner, D. Rhylander, M. Abbott, B. Kephart, R. Aganon, Kaffenberger, M. Haccke Finally, after many years of hard work by many people, Plattsmouth High School opened a beautiful 8-lane all-weather asphalt track this spring. The new track, one of the finest in the state, provided added incentive for the track squad as they battled to fill vacancies left by graduation. With only four seniors on this vear’s squad, rebuilding became the theme. Many fine performances highlighted the season, including two new school records. Raul Aganon broke the school record three times in the triple jump and climaxed an excellent year with a record jump of 42’l 1)4” at the state track meet where he] finished sixth. Nick Halmes lowered the school record in the two-mile run to 10:11.1. Even though the accent was on youth this year, Plattsmouth missed winning their district meet by a scant half point and in the process qualified in 9 events for the state track meet. In the stiff competition at the state meet, Rick Kaffenberger, a junior, placed third in the discus for the Blue Devils’ three points. Other performers at the state meet were Nick Halmes and Mark Aschenbrcnner in the two-mile run, Mike Haecke in the mile run, Dan Holoubek in the discus, and Tim Keil, Kirk Meisinger, Rob Schroeder, and Scott McKnight in the two-mile relay. Raul Aganon also participated in the long jump, ani Rick Kaffenberger threw the shot. 104 Kick, Dan, and Cory gave the Blue Devils balanced depth in the discus. Keith and Ken, both sophomores, each cleared eleven feet in the pole vault. Haul set a school record in the triple jump, scored often in the long jump, and inch-for-inch, may have been the most outstanding per- former at the state meet. 105 Nick, Mike, Mark, and Dan gave the Blue Devils depth in the middle dis- tance and distance races. Nick set a school record in the two-mile run, often pushed to the limit by Mark. Mike completed a fine career at PHS by competing in the state meet. Dan ran the 440 and half mile for the Devils. Jim and Alan skim the hurdles in fine form. Bob and “Scooter” form the nucleus of a fine two-mile re- lay team. Mike ran his best quarter of the year at Neb City. Bill won his heat of the 100-yard dash at Peru and was the Blue Devils' leading sprinter this year. 106 faith’s Gambles Vickers Service Cafe Cundall Real Estate Insurance Girls Track Team Donna Rupp, Chcri Died� Kathy Hunter, Kim Heffelfinger, Kathy Aschenbrencr, Gayle Brendel, Chris Metzger, Chris Wycoff, Miss Kathy Wondra, Ellen Ryan, Cindy Schroedcr, Jane Todd, Anne Begley, Ellen Anderson, Shcrce Ncwson, Linda llopp, Jodellc Glushenko, Ginger Pfeifer Golf Team Mike Slater, Mark Butler, Mike Gilson, Geoff Henning, Doug Mayle, John Loper, Greg Smith, Jeff Carroll, Coach Alvin lx we, Greg Cuthrell, Jim Perry, Mike Turner, Sam Murabito, Terry Porter, Tim Henning, Randy Anderson, Jerry Baburek 107 Coaches Bob Priebe, Roy Reimer, Dick Wassinger, George Robertson, A1 Lowe, Charles Caverzagic, Don Kreeburg, Merlin Mitteis, Morris Schroeder, Ferde Goings, Chuck Gorman, Norm Schoch, Cecil McKnight Weight Machine A new addition to the athletic program this year was an Ampro, 7 station weight machine. A super mini-gym leg press machine was purchased also. The weight machine will be used year-round by athletes in all sports. It provides a safe way of produeing added strength. I n order to purchase the machine the Etooster Club sold light bulbs, cleaner, candles, and stocking caps. An inter-squad basketball game also helped, and a stage band benefit con- cert culminated the fund raising. 108 G P Car Wash Ninth Grade Pam Adams Cathy Adkins I ouis Albertson Barb Babbitt Dixie Baburek Jerry Baburek Jerry Bethel Mark Bickel Marlon Bickel Robert Bruggeman Nancy Buechler Jan Carroll Don Anderson Ellen Anderson Randy Anderson Ed Bailey Mark Bashus Roddy Beil Randy Bracken Tina Brannon Chuck Brink Steve Case Dan Christcnham Diana Clark Geary Crom Patti Curtis Valerie Cushman Curt Derby Cheri Dietl Tony Dillehay Ix)is Eggert Kara Elston Susie Estelle Debbie Fleming Margo Fraizier Janie Freeburg Greg Cuthrell Randy Dackery John Davis Ron Dooley Carol Downey Mike Dunham Rich Eyster Debbie Farmer Jeff Fitzpatrick Colette Frobish Mike Gilson Frank Green 110 Plattsmouth Standard Oil Co. anonymous C E School of Commerce Kathy Greene Deb Gregersen Jeff Haag Harold Hammons Pat Hazen Deb Hild Linda Hopp Sarah Hoschar Kathy Hunter Tim Keii Kick Krejci Stella Lanning Tom Hadraba Clarence Hale Mindy Hall Ed Hobson Blane Holder Mike Holoubck Jim Johnson Mike Johnson Peg Johnson Cindy Larsen David Larson Barb Lawson Trudy Lebens Scott Linder l ori Loyd David McGuire Scott McKnight Tom McMahon Danny Mitchell Vicki Mitchell Jim Morehead Diane Nash Mike Newbum Keith Newby Rich Manley Harvey Marken David McCollum Dan Meisinger Roger Meisinger Mike Minford Carl Morris Richard Mott Sam Murabito Terry Nickles Susan Novich Jeff Osthus 111 Kathy Palmer Patty Pelzer Jim Perry DeAnn Phillips Patty Pointer Terry Porter Jeff Price Sally Pullen Bruce Ramge David Record Jerry Reichart Stef Reighter Don Rhoden Ed Sachs Ed Rice Kim Scanlan Mike Roloff Margaret Scanlan Greg Schalk Renee Schrynemakers Kathy Schleicher Wendy Shanholtz Cindy Schroeder Karen Smock Paul Steube Debbie Stewart Barb Stocker Stacey Trively Barb Tschirren Diane Tschirren Craig Watts Mike Westpfahl Debbie Wiedel Chris Sundcrman Kevin Tilson Jane Todd Bonita Ulrich Steve Vondras Debbie Wagner Michelle Wipf Eddie Wright Jim Zeorian 11 2 Yellow Daisy Beauty Salon Dr. Mrs. K. 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E. Shellenbarger Sinclair Service We have seen times ot work and fun, of people and events, of distress and fulfillment. These times are over now, however, and we must face a time unknown to us, the future. In the years ahead, we will remember fondly the experiences we have known in this special fragment ol Time.