Prairie City High School - Plainsman Yearbook (Prairie City, IA)

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SENIOR CLASS PROPHECY It is the year 1979 and the Mardi Gras has just begun. The Senior Class of 1959 are planning to hold their 20th reunion at the Mardi Gras. At the time Jim Cowman and Dean Cabbage, due to circumstances beyond their control, are at a loss for 10 points and are hitch-hiking their way to New Orleans. As luck would have it, Beverly Snetse- laar comes cruising by in her Rolls Royce, chauffeured by Ronnie Miller--and picks them up. A few days before in the Gulf of Mexico, Harold Wilson and Rodney Z. --Lieuten- ants in the U. S. Coast Guard--searched diligently for Judy Buckingham, a marlin fisher man suspected of smuggling chocolate-covered ants and raspberry wine into the U. S. Upon apprehending her, they threw her in the Tiajuana clink with Margery Thornton-- a guest there, for disturbing the peace. Thousands of people crowd the streets of New Orleans to celebrate the Mardi Gras: Melvin Ingram, Parade Master of Ceremonies, announces the events and floats as they pass. The first attraction is a float entered by the UPJA's CUnion of Rich Junkmen of America3 a union established by Scotty Williams, a rich junkman. Following in quick succession comes an equestrian group led by Judy Schlosser on her old grey mareg as she passes the Governor's stand her musty steed falters and falls. Virginia Van Voorhis, a well-known veterinarian, leaps out of the crowd, gives the ancient one a shot--he charges off dovm the street. Around the corner comes a little Nash Rambler convertible with Maryellen Neideigh and Don Van Zee in the front seat, the crowd cheers the stars of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Walking behind comes the invalid, Val Olson, in a wheel chair pushed by the strong man Ronnie VandeP1oegg both of them have leading roles in SOME LIKE IT HOT. The Army is represented by a float featuring Judy Waddle in her uniform. After scores of floats and much celebrating, the parade is ended. As the crowds disperse, the Class of 1959 journeys out to Barbara Vanderzyl's Country Club, where Phyllis and Donna are about ready to tee off, caddied by Neola Bos. Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of 1959 More Mothers Buy BORDEN'S RICH HOMOGENIZED MILK, GRADE A PASTEURIZED lf it's BORDEN'S, it's got to be GOOD!! Answer to WHO'S WHO C13 Dean, C23 Ron VP, C33 IAB, C43-Val, C53 Bev, C63 Maryellen, C73 Jim, C83 Judy W. C93 Judy S, C103 Melvie, C113 Don VZ, C123 Donna, C133 Ron M, C143 PVL, C153 Margery, C163 Scotty, C173 Neola, C183 Harold, C193 Virginia, C203 Barb VZ, C213 Rod Z.

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SENIOR CLASS HISTORY On August 29, 1955, thirty wide-eyed, blundering, green Freshmen entered good old PCHS to begin 4 long years that will never be forgotten. The members included: Louis Booher, Neola Bos, Alvie Bowers, Judy Buckingham, Dean Cabbage, Bob Cline, I im Cowman, Roy Hardenburgh, Richard Henly, Frank Herweh, Claire Hutcheson, Melvin Ingram, Ronnie Miller, Connie Mills, Maryellen Neideigh, Karen Sandy, Rus- sell Schakel, Judy Schlosser, Donald Sille, Beverly Snetselaar, Phyllis VandeLune, Ronnie VanderPloeg, Barbara Vanderzyl, Donna Van Maanen, Virginia VanVoorhis, Donald Van Zee, Judy Waddle, Raymond Williams, Harold Wilson, and Rodney Zook. Initiation came with all its torture and humble bows we meek Freshmen had to suffer. We made it, though, and went on to have two theater parties the first year. We began our Sophomore year with only 26. . . we lost Claire Hutcheson, Richard Henley, Connie Mills and Donald Sille, . . We became more accustomed to the rapid events of school activities, in which we participated more actively. We're on the home stretch now as upperclassmen--27 strong. Our year began without Russell Schakel and Frank Herweh--but we gained Margery Thornton, Mary Lou Land, and Val Olson. On January 4 we presented our play New Fires under the direction of Mrs. Stoner. We also entertained the Seniors to a banquet at the Airport's CLOUD ROOM with the theme Around the World in 80 Days. The seriousness of school work became more apparent, and we start making plans for the future. The time has arrived that we must face the problem of an undecided future. After losing Alvie Bowers, Roy Hardenburgh, and Karen Sandy, we have 21 people left. Our Senior Year was highlighted by the usual initiation of the Freshmen four chance to get evenj, our Senior Class Play Seventeen is Terrific, the banquet at the Savory Hotel May 9, 1959, and the production of our '59 Annual. The Baccalaureate Service on May 17, and Commencement May 21 marked the end of our long journey through the realm of higher learning. Through the years we have had many wonderful experiences, and now we will go our separate ways--but we will always have those unforgettable memories of days at Prairie City High School. Deannie, with a thirst for gore Silvan found some dynamite Nailed our Phyllis to the door Couldn't understand it quite Dunkin said, with humor quaint Curiosity never pays Now Deamiie, Dear, don't spoil the paint. It rained Silvan seven days Little Miller, dresst in sashes By and by the room grew chilly Fell in the fire and was burned to ashes But no one liked to poke up Ronnie BRUCE INS. AGENCY WHITTED IMPLEMENT NELSON BROS. SINCLAIR Monroe - If it's in- McCormick and GE Appliances Ice Service surable, we insure it! Ph. 87 Monroe 801 lst Ave E. Newton