Shields High School - Patriot Yearbook (Seymour, IN)

Text from Pages 1 - 108 of the 1949 volume:

A flliflVfntfffi.fuBL ' c l 3 1833 01771 0507 GENEALOGY 977.202 SE9S 1949 She Q ahiot 1949 VOLUME THIRTY-SIX IN THE CONTINUING STORY OF LEARNING FOR EARNING AND LIVING AT SHIELDS HIGH SCHOOL IN SEYMOUR, INDIANA, EDITED BY A SENIOR STAFF UNDER MARTHA BROWNING AND HARLAN BOBB, CO-EDITORS, AND BARBARA AHLBRAND AND ROBERT FOSBRINK. BUSINESS MANAGERS SEYMOUR PUBLIC LIBRARY SEYMOUR, INDIANA Four BLOCKS FROM THE CENTER OF SEYMOUR DOWN PAST THE LIBRARY OR POST OF PICE. AND A L N G ST R E E T S LINED W 1 T H G D 11 O S 1 E R II 1 E S. . . IS OUR HIGH SCHOOL, WHERE IN 1949, 586 OF US ARE LEARNING OF THE PAST AND STUDYING THE PRESENT LOOKING FORWARD TO GREAT TOMORROWS OF PROGRESS AND UNDERSTANDING. . . . MOST OF US ARRIVE AFOOT, BUT SCORES OF US RIDE BIKES OR BUSES. . AND SOME OF US DRIVE, FOLLOWING RULES WE LEARNED IN OUR DRIVER EDUCATION COURSE. . . . BUSES LOADING STUDENTS HERE WE PARK OUR BIKES PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE IN LEARNING TO DRIVE IN A SHIELDS YEAR Our time is spent developing the intellect in regular classes, broadening our interests by extra-curricular activities, and enriching our personalities through the well-rounded social life sponsored by our school and community. Each has its definite place in our LEARNING FOR EARNING AND LIVING. Here we prepare for tomorrow ' s classes And hope for our parents ' approval on report card day. „ ROBERT TinuT ' I ' P „-..„SH 919 LEE BLVD. ■ — 1 46 49 -- 4 ' ' .l 4T ■J ' - r ,.„.„....,. ENO 12 Ic A BIAB lAl ....,,. I« U-M..t  r. ' 7 ' i y,jvS ' ..V., Through convocations we are able to secure culture, entertainment, and information in the best possible environment. The appetities of hundreds of students and teachers are satisfied by the nourishing meals served by our school cafeteria. Our visual education department presents a clear image of facts and figures; our efficient safety patrol protects us from traffic hazards. Mathematics tries our logic and clear thinking, and we explore the wonder of the universe through science. Literature elevates our ideals through poetry and prose and our shop gives us opportunity to learn to use our hands in creative construction. Everybody puts forth the charm and has a good time at the canteen or at a rip-roaring party. Good sportsmanship is taught by the relaxation and recreation programs of Seymour ' s Boys ' and Girls ' Clubs. With moans and groans, with tears or cheers, We ' ll cDlways back our team! Owls! Fight! Each of us receives assistance with our individual problems through personal contacts with our teachers and through student-sponsored homeroom programs. Our library provides stimulation and recreation. CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES IN THE SHIELDS YEAR offer us a multitude of educational opportuni- ties ranging from practical experience on the F. F. A. farm to Free Advice , the Senior Class play, and from English literature to electronics. Through this varied program provided by the foresighted citizens of Seymour, we are Learn- ing for Earning and Living. -J - Proper usage of the English lan- guage is of prime importance in climbing the lad der of success. We like to imagine ourselves as romantic Spaniards. LANGUAGE IS THE KEY THAT UNLOCKS OUR THOUGHTS Through languages we understand others and express ourselves. French and Spanish give us a basic use of the languages of other peoples, and help us to understand the every day life of other nations. Latin broadens our vocabulary and is a sturdy background for future study of language and science. The fundamentals of English grammar are practiced in preparing copy for our school news- paper and yearbook. In the literature of all lan- guages we are able to gain knowledge and in- spiration from the great thinkers of the world. LATIN CLUB Top Row: D. Downing, J. Emlcy, J. Kcllam, R. Mattox, R. Bratcher, N. Smith, R. Julian, J. Tracey, B. Fill, J. Linkc, J. Donica, H. Hamilton, J. Taylor, J. VonFange, V. Kendall, D. Smith, M. Prime. Third Row: R. Ballard, P. Harper, M. Fenton, W. Neawedde, B. Nichter, M. Kranning, L. Otte, R. Kendall, M. Polley, J. Montgomery, B. Applegate, J. Ames, M. Purlce, W. Arn- holt, Miss L. Grace Anderson (Sponsor). Second Row: B. Acton, B. Vogel, C. Zimmerman, A. Wessel, A. Yeager, J. Borden, N. Myron, C. Biggs, M. Hudson, B. Taulman. First Row: G. Stcinkamp, W. Hague, R. Bogardus, C. Quinn, J. Bova, R. Morcn, T. Trotter, D. Rayl, G. Kreinhagen. SPANISH CLUB Includes students from Frcnc bcth Fcaster, the Sponsor, and Spanish classes. Miss Eliza- not pictured. Top Row: P. Reveal, M. Highbaugh, P. J. Buher, M. Ruddick, J. Snow, W. Hobson, G. DeMille, B. Roth, R. Pollert, M. Robbins. Standing: First Row: S. Goins, N. Williams, P. Woodard, R. Combs, D. Burgett, P. Sierp, R. Ames, J. Lyons, M. Browning, M. Kasting, D. Pfaffenbcrger, M. Schneck, N. Patrick, M. VanHuss, D. Hiten, K. Steinwedel, D. Coryell, A.- Stil- well, T. Rogers, R. Birge, M. Williams, D. Clark, A. Mc- Clanahan, J. James, J. Behr. Seated: Third Row: M. Redding, S. Mcllcncamp, J. Green, B. A. Smith. Seated: Second Row: S. Hobson, R. Browning, C. Carpenter, B. Brown, J. Mitchell, M. Krumme. Seated: First Row: M. Chandler, T. Behr, H. Ruddick, J. Wcddlc, E. Krumme, D. Streitelmcier, M. Kasting. OWL STAFF publishes our biweekly newspaper. Top Row: H. Fcaron, D. Breitficld, J. Snow, D. Farris D. Himmclheber, W. Anderson, B. Fill, B. Ahlbrand, B. Kiel D. Hitcn. Second Row: M. Rcinbold, J. Zaring, K. Eckclman, C. Hill R. Vogel, F. Wcndall, D. Coryell, A. Rodman, J, Garvey. First Row: N. Hart, B. Corbin, A. Wright, B. Vaughn C. Cooper, J. Rogers, P. Sicrp, J. Grubcr, I. Carpenter. Upper Right: B. Ahlbrand, C. Cooper, J. Snow, editorial heads lower Right: Miss Stout (Sponsor), C. Hill and D. Farris business managers. PATRIOT STAFF composed of seniors, publishes our school annual. First Row to Left: Miss Bruner (Senior Sponsor), C. Edmonds J. Jackson. P. Vehslage, R. Parker, H. Bobb, R. Fosbrink D. Himmclheber, W. Hobson, H. Krocgcr, J. Birgc, M. Rein bold. ichlen, M. Pollert, C. Hill ' Downey, I. Thoele ■cond Row: M. Edcr, E. To -wl P. Woodard, B. Brock, M _.ow: jvi. r.ucr. c. i on B. Ahlbrand, S. Newby, M. B B. Killion, Miss Stout (Sponsor), D. Coins, ted, First Row: C. Smallwood. B. Corbin, E Carpcnt ' .ml, B. Brock, M. Eldridge. G. M U w, Seated, Front: E. Montgomery, M. Schncck. Upper Right: M. Browning. Lower Right: H. Bobb, co-cditoi b. J. Garvey, B. Kiel SEYMOUR PUBL C LIBRA, ' ■ SEYMOUR, | ND | ANA ' THE ARTS For those of us artistically inclined, our art department supplies paint, paper, and expert supervision in developing our talents. ' Practice makes perfect! This is true in public speaking too FINE ARTS SATISFY OUR DESIRE FOR SELF-EXPRESSION How to put the idea across and influence an audience is the desired result of would-be speakers, actors, and artists. Our orators enter speech contests sponsored by the public spirited clubs of our community. Our annual class plays are much anticipated and appreciated by both students and townspeople alike. Posters made by the art classes furnish advertisement for school and civic activities. Scenes taken from the Senior Class Play DRAMATICS Free Advice was presented by the Senior Class on December 2, 1948, under the direction of Mr. Kenneth Warbritton. The cast included the following characters: Frank Adams — Jack Jackson Alberta Adams — Marilyn Eder Ruth Adams — Jean Downey Nadine — Gertrude Mueller Patsy — Carmen Smallwood Sandy — Jerry Birge Announcer — Gene Waldkoetter Student Directors — Irma Thoele and Robert Fosbrink Sissy Davis — Barbara Ahlbrand Elizabeth Hudson — Mary Lou Schneck Dale Starke — Richard Goins Professor Hancock — Harold Fearon IBPnuMi mmmm THE JUNIOR CLASS PLAY Our Hearts Were Young and Gay , was pre- sented March 24 and 25 with the following cast: Second Row: G. DeMille, D. Woolls, J. Snow, Miss Feaster (Director), D. Pollert. L. Brackemyre, B. Beikman, K. Ness- ler, M. Chestnut, J. Zaring. First Row: M. Ruddick, D. Everdon, J. Wieneke, N. Deputy, J. Hall, J. Thomas, K. Steinwedel, N. Myron, F. Sciarra. THE OWL ' S VARIETY SHOW included two numbers pictured below: Barbara Corbin and Carol Cooper as Irish lassies and Annabelle Wright, the torch singer. Standing: R. Browning, I. Shelton, R. Hunt, R. Pollert. Back Row: D. Eddy, A. Payne, M. Redding, J. Franke, J. Mont- gomery, B. Taulman, B. Allen, J. Disney, W. VanVoorhies, ). Kellam, J. Linke, C. Crane, T. Murray, S. Goins, W. O ' Connor, D. Decker, R. Kendall, L. Hunt, E. Pott- schmidt, S. Peters, D. Smith. Third Row: S. Birge, R. Goins, J, Bradbury, B. Brown, R. Birge, D. Downing, J. Birge, D. Pollert, R. Mattox, P. Rigsbee, N. Thorp, D. R. Smith, M. Reinhold, P. Parker, R. Reach, M. Chestnut. : £3lfe: INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC We are proud of the splendid achievements of our band which has established an admirable record in concerts and state musical contests. The band is a familiar part of all sports events and when those boys and girls in blue march out on the field, we expect something spectacular. The team may win or the team may lose, but the band plays on! Second Row: P. Pickcrrell, M. Pollert, J. Thomas, P. Ottc, Center Row: N. Deputy, A. Stilwe B. Williams, J. Gruber, J. Sargeant, M. Parker, P. Woodard, J. Tavlor, U. Woulls. M. Hudson, J. Wcddle, D. Everdon. 1, li. A. Ogan, J. St Top Row: I. Shelton, W. Arnhok, G. Pottschmidt, M. Rembold, K. Eckelman, J. Wieneke, J. Jackson, J. Hill, J. Emley, X. Timperman, R. Ahlbrand, J. Zaring, R. Goins. Third Row: R. J. Snow, R. Parker, gomery, C. Vogel, D. Coryell. R. K( R. B . Stilwell, M. Schneck, R. I ndall, G. Wolter, J. Birge, J. rge, S. Hobson, D. Pfaffenl j ClSfe: VOCAL MUSIC Our Choir and Girls ' Ensemble are excellent salesmen for our school. They have sold Shields High School from Nashville, Tennessee, to Wash- ington, D. C, where they have been received so en- thusiastically on their annual Know Your Country Tours . But nowhere are they more popular than with audiences right here in Seymour. GIRLS ' ENSEMBLE lop Row: P. Sierp, A. Stilwell, D. Pollert, M. Eder. First Row: P. Otte, P. Pickerrell, N. Deputy, C. Cooper N. Myron, M. Browning, J. Thomas. Pianist, Miriam Hoeferkamp. B. Ahlbrand, iccond Row: B. Brock, P. Pickerrell, E. Rhoads, M. Browning, M. Eder, D. Pollcrt, S. Birge. B. Kiel, N. Myron, N. Deputy, B. A. Ogan, M. Fenton, D. Donnells, B. Killion, D. Angle. jnt Row: M. Villiams, M. Ruddick, J. Sargeanc, C. Cooper, P. Otce, J. Thomas, M. Hoeferkamp (Accompanist), P. Sierp, M. Chestnut, C. Hill, N. Eglen, B. Ahlbrand, D. Everdon, J. Gruber, R. Reach. F. F. A. Boys on The Farm ' LEARNING FOR EARNING Top Row: J. Siefker, D. Jewell, B. Ewing, D. Bush, G. Shad Joe Gili (Sponsor). Fourth Row: J. Green, C. Patrick, R. Plummer, N. Bowman, E. Shut- ters, B. Roth, C. Haag, N. Bennett, D. Vance, J. Hudson, J. Helm- brecht. Third Row: D. Wehmiller, R. Otte, W. Wischmeier, W. Mellencamp, C. Nichalson, R. Pfaffenberger, E. Himmelheber, J. Holmes, H. Boxman, M. Schepman. Second Row: H. Otte, H. Kleinmeyer, D. Pardieck, H. Schroer, H. Stuckwisch, R. Creviston, L. Nowling, K. Achelpohl, D. Schleter, E. Larson. Row: M. Alwes, J. Zaring, G. Knott, D. Willman, D. Himmel- heber, E. Kasting, R. Pollert, W. Ault, R. Williams, B. Wilson, R. Blevins. VOCATIONAL COURSES prepare us for earning our own living after gradua- tion. We may choose to be farmers or carpenters, metal workers or bookkeepers, housewives or steno- graphers. Whichever we prefer, our school gives us training and experience in each of these fields. „ I LEARNING DOING G. Ruddick and J. Farris, vice-president and president of F. F. A., and Mr. Nelson Lewis (Sponsor) Vocational Agriculture is one course in which many of our boys prepare themselves for earning a living. Our 240 acre school farm, given to Shields High School by the United States government, compares favorably with the model farms of many colleges. Many acres of crops were harvested by the F. F. A. boys and the proceeds have been used to buy the most mod- ern farm equipment for our agricultural depart- ment. Numerous field trips are taken to all parts of the county and state to observe and demon- strate various farming methods. Some members of the F. F. A., mounted on their combine are: Top Row on combine: D. Otting, L. Snyder, N. Cockerham, L. Clark, O. Goecker. Second Row on combine: W. Nieman, A. Killion, Mr. Lewis (Sponsor), M. Banister, G. Ruddick, R. Kilgas. On ground: L. Blair, L. Davis, J. Farris, R. Rebber, R. Hall. EFFICIENCY THROUGH PRACTICE Our crowded commercial classes are the best yardstick of the high interest and value placed in typing, bookkeeping, and shorthand. Many students become efficient through hours of prac- tice on the typewriter, adding machine, and dic- taphone. Actual experience in office procedure is gained by working in school offices and by special assignments for teachers. Seymour ' s busi- nessmen are always eager to engage our good commercial graduates. Members of the beginning typing class at work The Commercial Club, sponsored by Mr. Marvin Dyer, includes the following commer- cial majors: Third Row: R. Beikman, D. Bush, M. Amos, E. Arbuckle, E. Montgomery, L. Brackemyre, B. Wehrkamp, F. Pollert, N. Roth, S. Alexander, N. Deputy, B. Nentrup, D. Goodin, H. Weddle, E. Christopher, M. Koester. Second Row: V. Payne, M. Gorbett, M. Chestnut, L. Trowbridge, N. Marsh, D. Pollert, P. Pickerrell, D. Coryell, E. Rhoads, B. Vaughn, R. Vogel, F. Wendall, P. Buher, W. Anderson, Mr. Dyer (Sponsor). Seated: B. Corbin, N. Hart, E. Tormoehlen, P. Reveal, J. Gruber, I. Carpenter, I. Brown, C. Smallwood, B. Brackemyre, P. Thias, L. VonDielingen. SCIENCE ENRICHES OUR THINKING A worm ' s eye view of a biology student looking through a microscope. Pure science opens paths of information and untrodden trails of research to any accurate thinker. Biology is the study of living things. It includes the analysis of the human body and an understanding of the law of the survival of the fittest . Figures never tell lies. Everything is bound to come out on the right side of an equation whether it be algebraic, geometric, or a problem stumping our trigonometry students. The found- ation of logic and facts is molded by the pure sciences. Trigonometry students surveying on the school campus. , ■ ' ,.- ' ,, ' ■•: . ... , Members of the electronics class learning a fine point in radio. For those of us who are technically minded, we have a class in electronics and radio where students are taught the why ' s and wherefore ' s of wireless transmission. Many take advantage of expert instruction and construct radio sets for themselves. Our mechanical drawing classes teach us to plan graphically various kinds of construction and shop work. This is one of the fundamental courses preparing for engineering, architecture, or furniture designing. Members of Mr. Unger ' s mechanical drawing class. APPLYING THE PRINCIPLES OF MODERN SCIENCE Senior civics students as election officials in precinct 208 LEARNING TO BE GOOD CITIZENS We students of Shields High School took an active interest in the 1948 Presidential cam- paign. The senior civics classes divided the Jun- ior and Senior High into three precincts and conducted a real election complete with officials, registration lists, and ballots. For the first time in our young lives, many of us cast our votes expressing our personal political beliefs. LEARNING BY GOVERNING OURSELVES True understanding of democracy can best be gained by experience. Our newly organized Student Council is composed of thirteen class representatives elected by popular vote. Officers are popularly elected by all students from senior representatives. As is stated in the Constitution of the Stu- dent Council, its purpose is to discuss, consider, and advise upon matters referred to it by the ad- ministration, faculty, and students. It is to this governing body that students may bring their problems, suggestions, and com- plaints. This is the students ' official voice in the management of our dear old S. H. S. Third Row: J. Rehr, B. Vogel, G. DeMiile, R. Fosbrinfc, H. Bohb. Second Row: B. Ahlbrand, I. Thoele, R. Browning, N. Myron, I. Johnson. First Row: J. Weekly, R. Julian, J. Sargeant, Mr. Robert Bell (Sponsor) . The purpose of the Hi-Y and Y-Teens is to create, maintain, and extend, throughout the school and community, high standards of Chris- tian character. Through various projects they endeavor to be of service to others and attempt to live up to the Y-Teen slogan, I will try to face life squarely. Each year the Hi-Y sponsors a contest at which Miss Merry Christmas is chosen to lead the city Christmas parade. The proceeds from this contest are used for philanthropic activities of the club. The Y-Teens are also busy on charit- able projects, but the high light of their year is the annual Mother-Daughter Banquet. Top Left: — 1948 Miss Merry Christmas and attendants HI-Y MEMBERS Fifth Row: D. Schletcr, R. Fosbrink, R. Timpcrman, J. Jack- son, H. Bobb, L. Davis. Fourth Row: G. Waldkoettcr, Mr. Unger (Sponsor), J. Birgc, G. Brooks, J. Holmes. Third Row: D. Woolls, R. Goins, J. Edwards, R. Parker, W. Able. Second Row: P. Vehslage, M. Rcinbold, G. Woltcr, R. Bcikman. First Row: J. Wicnckc, M. Schcpman. LEARNING TO FACE LIFE SQUARELY Y-TEENS Sixth Row: N. Patrick, D. Pfaffenberger, C. Nichols, D. Lucas, M. Miller, B. Brock, J. Bradbury, A. Schulte, M. Rebber, R. Browning, M. Browning, J. Downey, J. Rogers, C. Coop- er, E. Clancv, |. Whitcomb, M. Schneck, I. Thoele, J. Lyons, M. Koester, J. Meyers, L. Brackemyre, B. Kiel, M. Stanfield, N. Deputy, E. Rhoads, J. Lauster. Fifth Row: J. Linke. B. Beikman, C. Hill, G. Davenport, B. Brackemvre. D. Angle. N. Baker, L. Andrews, N. Hart, J. Garvey, M. Wetzel, V. Kendall, M. Huber, E. Tormoehlen, M. Eldridge, B. Nentrup, S. Love, E. Christopher, W. Wray, P. Sicrp, B. Killion. H. Zumhingst, P. Johnson. Fourth Row: L. Trowbridge, M. Chestnut, S. Goins, R. Ames, B. Corbm, A. Wright, D. Breitfield, C. Smallwood, J. Thomas, C. Smallwood. A. Rodman, D. Hiten, S. Newby, M. Pollert, B. Ahlbrand, B. Fill. M. Fenton, M. Chandler, M. Killion, B. Allen. C. Killion, V. Mackey, N. Larson. Third Row: Miss Caddell (Sponsor), B. Montgomery, D. Goodin, I. Sargeant, P. Otte, B. Williams, S. Steward, S. Tidd, N. Eglen, P. Parker. P. Wadsworth, N. Koop, N. Thiele, A. Wessel, C. Zimmerman. M. Sterling, E. Heckman, H. Ruddick. P. Strictelmeier, M. Kelley, T. Wilson, A. Stil- wcll, M. Kasting. Second Row: J. Gruber, I. Carpenter, D. Everdon, M. Hocvencr, L. Blair, D. Donnells, M. Highbaugh, I. Brown, V. Payne, B. Aliman, P. Lahne. J. Weddlc. First Row: D. Corvcll, D. Pollert. P. Pickcrrell, N. Myron, M. VanHuss, K. Stcinwedel, M. Hocferkamp, M. Ruddick, P. Reveal, F. Wcndall, R. Vogel, B. Vaughn, P. Buhcr. BOYS ' AND GIRLS ' ATHLETICS IN THE SHIELDS ' YEAR develops agility and strength, grace and re- sourcefulness. We learn to work with and re- spect the abilities of others. Our teams represent not only the school, but also the loyal citizens and boosters of Seymour. Win or loose, we are learning for living on the field of friendly battle. 1948 FOOTBALL SEASON ended in a draw. The Owls won four and lost four games and played to a scoreless tie with our ancient and revered rivals, Columbus. In the South Central Confer- ence we finished the sea- son in fifth place. Seymour Opponents 19 Connersville 19 Lawrenceburg 26 Columbus 31 North Vernon 39 Franklin 6 New Albany 33 Rushville 14 6 Shelbyville 7 12 Jeffersonville 7 LEARNING TO BE GOOD SPORTS SENIOR LETTERMEN will be greatly missed because twelve of the first string are graduating. Five two-year men on the team were: Larry Davis, Clayton Nichal- son, Jack Hill, Jack Edmonds, and Paul Vehs- lage, captain. LARRY DAVIS was a rugged tackle especially strong on defense. GEORGE RUDDICK was an able guard who always got his share of the tackles. GENE KNOTT, small but mighty, was a hard charging tackle. KAYE ECKELMAN proved to be a much im- proved player .and a determined tackle. DON SCHLETER was a starting tackle who was always at his best when the going got rough. JACK EDMONDS was the ace scatback of the squad and leading ground gainer this season. CLAYTON NICHALSON, a hard-working and reliable end, was hurt in the Columbus game and was unable to play the rest of the season. JACK HILL, a hard-charging full-back, was also injured at the first of the year but saw service near the end of the season. CLARENCE EDMONDS held down a reserve halfback position and was an excellent line backer. GLENN WOLTER was the most improved man on the squad and did an excellent job at the center position. JIM WILDE was an all-round good back. Al- though this was Jim ' s first year on the Var- sity, he was an outstanding punter, runner, and blocker. PAUL VEHSLAGE, 1949 captain and an out- standing end, was the only Owl selected on the all -conference team. FOOTBALL SQUAD Top Row: K. Parr, R. Horstman, E. Booker, R. Bratcher, R. Pickerrell, J. Green, R. Hinvmelheber. Seventh Row: J. Kellam, P. Booker, J. Shelton, R. Rebber, C. Smith, C. Booker, S. Phillips, C. Kriete, D. Kriete. Sixth Row: D. Englehardt, 1). Hill, R. Hill, ,[. Hill, R. Nichalson, R. l ' lummer, R. Rebber. Fifth Row: J. Hill, R. Pfaffenberger, J. Snow, D. Wersky, V. Toborg, J. Kunz, C. Crane, J. F.niley. Fourth Row: R. Ballard, R. Timperman, C. Edmonds, J. Johnson, R. VonDielingen. J. Smith, R. Hunsucker, J. Coryea. Third Row: R. Birge (student mgr.), J. Zaring, C. Gulp, G. Wolter, F. Sciarra, C. Nichal son, E. Larson, D. Willman. Second Row: J. Birge (student mgr.), J. Wilde, D. Schleter, J. Edmonds, G. Ruddick, G. Knott, R. Parker (stude Eirst Row: Mr. Purkhiser (Coach), K. Eckelman. J. Hill, J. Jackson, L. Davis, P. Vehslage, Mr. Gili (Asst. Coach). FOOTBALL LETTERMEN Top Row: P. Vehslage, C. Nichalson. G. Ruddick, J. Wilde, K. Eckelman, R. Parker. Bottom Row: J. Edmonds, J. Hill, G. Knott. L. Davis, D. Schleter, G. Wolter. LEARNING TO PLAY THE GAME OF LIFE 1949 BASKETBALL SEASON In the 19-49 basketball season the Owl basketball squads enjoyed a considerable mea- sure of success, a success which is not always measured by wins and losses. Many boys prac- ticed and played faithfully to achieve muscular control, good sportsmanship, and self-control. In each game the teams showed improvement and put forth the effort necessary to win or play a good game. The season ' s scores were as follows: SEYMOUR OPPONENTS 28 Shelbyville 27 27 Greensburg 46 31 Bedford 56 33 Jasper 44 33 Franklin 39 32 Brownstown 36 SEYMOUR OPPONENTS 32 Columbus 35 28 Martinsville 39 23 New Albany 28 24 Bloomington 36 36 Alexandria 37 35 Rushville 42 41 North Vernon 46 31 Madison 42 31. Greencastle 26 34 Bedford 36 34 Connersville 42 46 Columbus 47 40 Lawrenceburg 47 29 Brazil 32 SECTIONAL TOURNEY 65 Hayden 28 25 Freetown 30 VARSITY BASKETBALL SOU AD Third Row: Coach Englehardt, D. Englehardt, D. Hill, J. Huff, K. Parr, C. Patrick, j. Green, Mr. Deputy (Assistant Coach), Mr. Purkhiser (As- sistant Coach). Second Row: R. Birge, (student manager), R. Hill, R. Rebber, J. Kunz, H. Bergsieker, T. Bryant, D. Downing, H. Otte, R. Parker, (student manager.) First Row: J. Hill, |. lohnson, H. Bobb, P. Vehslage, J. Wieneke, E. Bohall, R. Timperman, R. Hunsucker, D. Willman, F. Sciarra. Below: H. Bobb, E. Bohall, R. Parker, J. Hill, P. Vehsl SENIOR LETTERMEN THE OWL ' S VARSITY BASKETBALL squad lost only four members by graduation this year. Each of the four were players with two years ' experience. Also, Bob Parker will be missed greatly because he has been the chief custodian of the shower room for three years. HARLAN BOBB filled the guard position and was the team ' s top scorer with 135 points. Harlan was elected hon- orary captain at the end of the 1949 season. PAUL VEHSLAGE proved to be an outstanding defensive- player at his forward position. ROBERT PARKER has been student manager of the basketball and football teams for the past three years. Spider was Coach Purkhiser and Engle- hardt ' s right hand man in charge of equipment, rub- downs, and ankle taping. JOHN HILL held down the guard postion and played his best ball when the going was roughest. ERVIN BOHALL ' S speci- ality was the one-handed push shot from the right side of the basket. Ervin was valuable in the forward position. S. H. S. TENNIS TEAM entered the conference tennis meet held at Connersville and was de- feated in the second round of the tourney. The team also played two scheduled matches with Columbus. The team was composed of Stanley Patterson, Richard Ahl- brand, Jim Johnson, and Virgil Schulte. THE BASEBALL TEAM is looking forward to a very success- ful season. Their schedule is com- plete with fourteen games, eight of these at home and the remainder are to be played away. Coach Engle- hardt is depending on his eleven re- turning lettermen to carry the brunt of the work. The Baseball team includes the following: Second Row: R. Parker (student manager), P. Vehslage, V. Schulte. R. Ahlbrand, E. Bohall, G. Brooks, Coach Englehardt. First Row: R. Timperman, J. Helmbrecht, T. Otto, H. Otte, (Jos Run , not pictured). THE OWL GOLF SQUAD played three matches this fall, two with Martinsville and one with Bedford. The spring season consisted of six matches: two each with Columbus, Bedford, and Martinsville. In the conference golf meet held at Martinsville on September 23, we finished third, losing second place by only one point. The players arc: Robert Parker, Darl Krietc, Carl Krictc, Robert Ballard, John Montgomery. THE TRACK TEAM saw a full spring schedule. After the resignation of Mr. Purkhiser, Mr. Joe Gili assumed the coaching responsibili- ties in track. Those composing the team were: Second Row: V. Schulte. I. Edmonds, P. Vehslage, I. Johnson, D. Willman, J. Snow, Coach Purkhiser. First Row: E. Himmclheber, V. Hobson. J. Hill, F. Sciarra. PLAYING FOR HEALTH AND GRACE G. A. A. SPORTHEADS Top: F. Johnson. Third Row: M. Hocferkamp, S. Ncwby, R. Browning. Second Row: Carmen Smallwood, K. Steinwedel, B. Cor- bin, P. Otte. Front: A. Stilwcll. Fifth Row: Mrs. Waldkoetter (Sponsor), A. Stilwell, M. Hoeferkamp, A. Rodman, D. Coryell, P. Pickerrell, N. Myron, S. Newby, J. Downey, J. Bradbury, B. Brackcmyre, B. Brock, A. Wright, B. Corbin, M. Chestnut, K. Steinwedel, M. Ruddick, Miss Taylor (Asst. Sponsor). Fourth Row: M. VanHuss, N. Patrick, D. Hitcn, ]. Whitcomb, M. Wetzel, B. Acton, M. Miller, L. Brackemyre, C. Hill, H. Zumhingst, D. Everdon, N. Marsh, J. Rogers, C. Smallwood. Third Row: M. Huber, C. Smallwood. B. Fill, J. .Sargeant, B. Williams, P. Otte, R. Vogel, F. Wendall, M. Reb- ber, R. Browning, B. Ogan, C. Laustcr, N. Koop, J. Wcddlc, H. Ruddick. Second Row: J. Lauster, M. Parker, M. Chandler, M. Kasting, D. Donnclls, N. Eglen, V. Mackcv, B. Allen, M. Sterling, E. Hcckman, C. Schulte, D. Grein. R. Ames, P. Strietelmeier, M. Fenton, F. Johnson, S. Birge. Front Row: J. Garvey, E. Clancy, D. Breitficld, N. Flart, C. Cooper. GIRLS ' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION BASKETBALL is one of the most popular winter sports. Well-organized teams under competent captains compete for victories in a sys- tematic tournament. Feminine hoopsters often acquire such skill that spectators are attracted to watch the keen com- petition. VOLLEYBALL arouses more excitement than a circus. Team work is of prime importance and clever volleyball players can confuse an opposing team. ' Mid screams, yells, and gymnastics, a powerful serve is released and the game is on! G. A. A. GIRLS can develop their skill at the bowling alley if they answer the call. Minor sports are social and modern dancing, tumbling, softball, soccer, and archery. Playdays are held regularly and members are rated accurately on a point basis. Awards are given every honor day for the outstanding girl athletes of the year. PERSONALITIES IN SHIELDS HIGH Shields High School is more than just a building containing classrooms, laboratories, and a gym floor. It is a living thing made up of personali- ties — friendly, helpful, and stimulating. In our everyday contacts with our fellow students and teachers, we are learning for living in the com- plex world which lies beyond our graduation. Mrs. Harold Miller, Mr. George Riley, Mr. George Holloman, members of the Seymour School Board; Miss Margaret Steinwedel, clerk to the Board; Mr. Adolph Zollman, City School Superintendent. OUR ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONALITIES Members of the Board of Education are ap- pointed by the people of Seymour to provide and maintain good schools. They choose the Superintendent of Schools, principals, teachers, and other assistants. Upon all of these people rests the responsibility of carrying out the wishes of the citizens of our city in keeping our entire school system operating efficiently. Mr. Adolph Zollman University of Louisville, B. S. Central Normal, Danville, A. B. Indiana University, M. S. Graduate Work at Indiana University At the helm of Shields High School is our principal, Mr. DeWitte Ogan. He, with the help of his secretary, keeps the school and all of its activities operating smoothly. When teachers and students go to him with their problems, he is never too busy to listen and to give kindly and friendly advice. PERSONALITIES IN THE PRINCIPALS OFFICE Mr. DeWitte Ogan, Principal Ohio University, A. B. Butler University, A. M. University of Colorado Graduate Work at Indiana University 11 : Mr. Ogan; Mrs. Norman Lightner, principal ' s secretary; students assisting with clerical work. FACULTY OF S. H. S. L. GRACE ANDERSON: Latin and English, Indiana University, A. B.. A. M., University of Colorado, The American University, Miami University. ROBERT R. BELL: Physics and chemistry, Manchester College. A. B., Graduate Work at Purdue and Indiana University. MARY ALICE BRUNER: Social Studies. Earlham College, A. B., Ohio State Uni- versity, A. M. CORA CADDELL, Commercial Subjects, Bowling Green College of Commerce, A. B. JAMES DEPUTY: Biology, Health, Physical Education, Butler University, B. S. ]. AVERY DITTMER: Mathematics, Golf Coach, Franklin College. A. B., Indiana University, M. S. MARVIN DYER: Commercial Subjects, Indiana University, B. S., Graduate Work at University of Illinois. Row 2: CHARLES H. ENGLLHARDT: Basketball and Baseball Coach, Health, Wabash College, A. B., Butler University, M. S„ Indiana State Normal. Indiana University. V. B. EVERDON: Assistant Principal, Social Studies, Indiana State Teachers College, B. S., Butler University, M. A. ELIZABETH FEASTER: Spanish, French, University of Wisconsin, A. B., Columbia University, M. A. LILLIE E. FOSBRINK: English, Moores Hill College, B. S., Indiana University, A. B., Graduate Work at Indiana University. IOE D. GILI: Industrial Arts, Western Kentucky State Teachers College, B. S., Indiana University, M. S. DALLAS HOHENSTREITER: Social Studies, Franklin College, A. B., Ball State Teachers College, Graduate work at Purdue University. CHARLES HUNTERMAN: Art, Ball State Teachers College, B. S., Graduate work at Ball State. State Teachers College, Marion Col- Purdue University, B. A. B„ Columbia Unr Row 3: NORMAN .|. LASHER: Social Studies, Indian lege, A. B., Wisconsin University, M. A. NELSON P. LEWIS: Agriculture and Sciences MINA McHENRY: English, Earlham College Th e American University, Miami Universit; H. ROBERT PURKHISER: Football and Tr State University, Butler University, B. S. Resigned M PAUL NX ' . RIGSBEF: Music, Marion College, B. S„ Cincinnati Con tiansen Choir School, Arthur Jordan Conservatory, Indiana Ur Resigned March 3. PEARL SHAFFER: Cafeteria, Heme Economics, Indiana State Teachers College, B. S Columbia University, M. A. ANNA STOUT: History, Journalism, Ball State Teachers College, B. S. ck Coach, Physical Edu ch 18. Ohi Chris- M. M. Rov. Health, Purdue Uni- ty, B. S., Gradu AMELIA TAYLOR: Home Econo work at Indiana University. ANNETTE K. TEST: Attendance Worker, Western College, A. B. HARRY UNGER: Mechanical Drawing and Mathematics, Indiana State Te. College, A. B. Graduate work at Purdue University. JANE WALDKOETTER: Physical Education, Ball State Teachers College, 1 Graduate work at Indiana University. ALICE WALTERS: Librarian, Indiana University, Butler University. KENNETH N. WARBRITTON: English, Speech. Commercial Law, Wabash lege, A. B., University of Wisconsin, Indiana State Teachers College, Butler versity, Indiana University. LILLIAN L. WELLS: Mathematics, Indiana University, A. B., A. M. THOMAS DEAN: Physical Education and Health, Ball State Teachers College March 21 — May 27. (no picture) FRANK R. MILLER: Music, Birmingham Conservatory of Music, B. M., Cui statute of Music, University of Dayton. March 3— May 27. (no picture) Col- Uni- B. S. is In- Mary Lou Schneck was chosen valedictorian with 101 points. SENIOR HONOR ROLL 101 — Mary Lou Schneck 96 — Irma Thoele 89 — Jo Ann Garvey 8 8 — Martlia Browning 8 8 — Jean Downey 86 — Robert Fosbrink 84 — Gaylord Brooks 79 — Marilyn Wetzel 78 — Harlan Bobb 76 — Barbara Corbin 75 — Ardath McClanahan 74 — Mary Rose Eldridge 73 —Marilyn Eder 73 — Gene Waldkoetter 68 — Harold Fearon 67 — Patricia Woodard 65 —Gertrude Mueller 65 — Lora Mae VonDielingen 65 —Stanley Patterson 64 — John Frey 63 — Norma Roth 6 3 —Paula Sierp 62 - — Imogene Carpenter 62 — Carol Cooper 62 — Oscar Goecker 61 — Robert Parker 60 — Marilyn Poller! Row 1 — BARBARA ANN AHLBRAND (Academic) Patriot 4 (Business Manager); Student Council 4 J Free Advice 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4 (Secretary 2); Owl Staff 3, 4, (Assistant Editor 4). RICHARD AHLBRAND (Academic) Band I, 2, 3; Choir 4; Spanish Club 1,2; Baseball 3, 4. SOPHIA ALEXANDER (Commercial) Commercial Club 3, 4 (Secretary 4); Latin Club 1, 2; G. A. A. 1, 2; Office 4. Row 2 — LADONNA ANDREWS (General) Commercial Club 3; Y -Teens 3, 4. DELORES ANGLE (Academic) Y-Teens 3, 4; Choir 2, 3. 4; Usher, Senior Play- Baccalaureate 3. NORMA BAKER (General) Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2. Row 3 — MAURICE BANISTER (Agriculture) F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; F. F. A. Basketball 2-3; Concessions 2, 3, 4. J. ' RRY BIRGE (Academic) Track 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; After All It ' s Spring ' 3j Free Advice 4; Band I, 2, 3, 4. LEE BLAIR (Agriculture) F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Secretary 4) | Intramural Basketball 2,3; Concessions 4. Row 4— HARLAN BOBB (Academic) Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 (Vice President 4); Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 1, 2, 3 (President 3); Student Council 4 (President 4); Patriot 4 (Co-Editor). ERVIN BOHALL (Academic) Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; Lettermen ' s Club 2, 3, 4. BETTY BRACKEMYRE (Commercial) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3. 4; Latin Club 1, 2; Senior Play Usher. JOYCE BRADBURY (Academic) G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Band 3, 4. DONNA JEAN BREITFIELD (Commercial) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, (President 4); Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4, (Vice President 3); Yell Leader 3; Owl Staff Typist 4; Commercial Club 4. OMER BREWER (General) Hayden High School 1, 2, 3. Row 6 — BLANCHE BROCK (Academic) Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; G. A. A. 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Patriot Staff 4. GAYLORD BROOKS (Academic) Hi-Y 3, 4; Mathematics Award 1, 2. CLARA IRENE BROWN (Commercial) Y-Teens 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3, 4, (Treasurer 4). Row I— MARTHA BROWNING (Academic) Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; After All It ' s Spring 3, (Student di- rector) ; Patriot Staff 4, (Co-editor) ; Spanish Club 1 2 3, 4; Y-Teens I, 2, 3, 4. IMOGENE CARPENTER (Commercial) Commercial Club 3, 4, (President 4); Y-Teens I, 2, 3, 4; After All It ' s Spring 3 J Stage and Script 3 ' ; Owl Staff 4. EVELYN JUNE CHRISTOPHER (Commercial) Commrrcial Club 3, 4; Y-Teens 3 4. Row 2— EVA DEAN CLANCY (Academic) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4, (Vice President 4) I Latin Club 1 2; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 3. J02 R. CLARK (General) Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. CAROL COOPER (Commercial) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 41 Owl Staff 1, 2, 3, 4, (Editor-4) ; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4J Girls ' Ensemble 3, 41 Choir 2, 3, 4. BARBARA CORBIN (Commercial) G. A. A. I, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens I, 2, 3, 4; Patriot Staff 4; Owl Staff 3, 4; Commercial Club 3, 4. ROBERT A. CREVISTON (Industrial Arts) Industrial Arts Club 1, 2, 3, 4. LARRY LEE DAVIS (Agriculture) Hi-Y 3, 41 Band I, 2, 3; Varsity Football 1, 2, 3, 4: Lettcrmen ' s Club 3, 4; F. F. A. 2, 3, 4, (Secretary 3, Treasurer 4). Row 4 — JEAN DOWNEY (Academic) Class Secretary 4; G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 41 Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4. (Treasurer); Free Advice 41 Patriot Staff 4. KAYE DON ECKELMAN (General) Football 3, 4; Lettermen ' s Club 3; Spanish Club l; Owl Staff 41 Choir 3, 4. MARILYN EDER (Commercial) Yell Leader 2, 3, 4; After All It ' s Spring 3; Free Advice 41 Choir I, 2, 3, 4; Girls ' Ensemble 3, 41 D. A. R. Row 5 — CLARENCE EDMONDS (General) Football 2, 3, 4; Patriot Staff 4; Usher, Senior Play. JACK EDMONDS (General) Football 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 4; Class Play Committee 4. JOHN HENRY EDWARDS (Academic) Hi-Y 3, 41 Play Committee 3; Class Play Properties Corn- Row 6— MARY ROSE ELDRIDGE (General) Y-Teens 2, 3, 4; Lat.n Club 1J Patriot Staff 4; Senior Play Advertising Committee. DAVE FARRIS (General) Spanish Club 2; Commercial Club 3 5 Intramural Basket- ball 3 ; Owl Staff 4 (Business Manager) | Senior Conces- sions. HAROLD FEARON (Academic) Free Advice 4; Owl Staff 4 1 Patriot Staff 4! Rifle Club 2. Row 1 — ROBERT D. FOSBRINK (Ac Latin Club 1, 2 (Prograi Student Council 4; Pal Free Advice 4 (Studen. Chairman I, 2) ; Hi-Y 3, 4: ot Staff (Business Manager) ; Director). OSCAR M. FRANKLIN, JR. (General) JOHN L. FRKY (Agriculture) F. F. A. I, 2, 3, 4; Choir 4. Row 2 — JO ANN GARVLY (Commercial) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Point Chairman); Latin Club 1, 2 (President I, 2); Owl Staff 3, 4; Patriot 4. OSCAR J. GOECKER (Agriculture) F. F. A. 1,2, 3, 4 (Recording Secretary 4). RICHARD COINS (Academic) Lati.i Club 1,2; Band 3, 4; Choir 3, 4; Free Advice 4; Alter All It ' s Spring 3. HELEN JOANN GRUBER (Commercial) Band I, 2, 3, 4; Choir 4; Y-Tccns 1, 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3, 4; Stage Script 3. BETTY JEAN FIALLETT (General) NORMA JEANNE HART tCommcrcial) G. A. A. 1. 2, 3, 4 (Secretary 4); Y-Tcens I, 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3, 4 (Vice-Prc-. 4); Spanish Club I, 2, 3; Owl Staff 3, 4 (Sports Editor 4). BETTY ANN HAUERSPERGHR (Academic) Latin Club 1, 2, 3; Usher- Junior Play 3. CONSTANCE HILL (Academic) Owl Staff 1, 2, 3. 4; Choir I, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club I, 2; Patriot Staff; Senior Class Play 4 (Business Manager). JACK I). HILL (General) Football 2, 3, 4; Basketball 2, 3; Letterman ' s Club 2, 3; Intramural Basketball 3, 4: Choir 1, 2, 3, 4. JOHN M. HILL (Academic) Football 3, 4; Basketball 3, 4; Track 1, 2, 3, 4 (Captain 4) ; Lcttermen ' s Club 1, 2, 3. DAVID MARION HIMMELHEBER (General) Industrial Arts Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Owl Staff 4; Patriot Staff 4; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. ERVIN HIMMELHEBER (General) Track 3, 4; Industrial Arts Club I, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4. Row 6 — LOIS HINES (General) COLLEEN HIRTZEL (Academic) Spanish Club 1, 2, 3. WILLI ' S HOBSON (General) Track 2, 3, 4 (State 3); Lettermen ' s Club 3, 4; Patriot Staff 4; Spanish Club 4; Rifle Club 2. Row 1 — GLORIA HOHENSTREITER (Commercial) Spanish Club 2. JOHN HOLMES (General) Hi-Y 3, 4; Industrial Arts Club 2, }, 4; Intr Basketball I, 2, 3. THEORA ElOLMES (General) Kd« 2 MARY KATHYRN HUBER (Commercial) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Cli. 3,4i Owl Staff 4; Latin Club 1. Lcadc RONALD HUNSUCKEtt (Acadc Basketball 4; Football 3, 4. JACK JACKSON (Acade L ' ttermen ' s Club I, Choir 1, 2, 3, 4; Advice 4. 2, 3; Class President 3; Band and After All It ' s Spring 3; Free ERVIN KAS ' IING, JR. (General) Industrial Arts Club 2, 3, 4; Concessions 4i Intramt Basketball I, 2, 3. BETTY JUNE KIEL (Academic) Choir I, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club I, Owl Staff 2, 3, 41 Patriot Staff 4. MARY MARGARET KILGAS (General) Row 4— BONNIE KILLION (Ge ..I) Y-Tecns I, 2, 3, 4; Choir 2, 3, 4; Stage and Script 2. HERBERT KLEINME ' YER, JR. (Industrial Arts) Industrial Arts Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Ford Motors Award 2 Visual Aids 2, 3, 4; Letter-men ' s Club 4; Owl Staff GENE KNOTT (General) Latin Club l; Industrial Arts 3, 4 (Tl ball 4; Intramural Basketball 2, 3. MARGARET LOIS KOESTER (Commercial) Commercial Club 3, 4 1 Y-Teens 3, 4. HOWARD KROEGER (Academic) Baseball 3; Spanish Club 1, 2 Patriot Staff 4; Int Basketball 1, 2, 3. SUE; ANN LOVE (General) Y-Teens I, 2, 3, 4; Commercial Club 3. Row 6— DORIS JEAN LUCAS (Commercial) Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 41 Latin Club 1; Stage and Script 2. WALTER LUNTE (General) SHIRLEY LYNCH TROWBRIDGE (General) Y-Teens 1, 2. Row 1 — JEAN LYONS (Academic) Latin Club 1, 2; Spanish Club 4; Y-Teens 2, 3, 4; Stage and Script 3. MARVIN MASCHINO (General) Intramural Basketball 2, 3 ; Football 2; Baseball 3; Latin Club 1. ARDATH ADELL McCLANAHAN (Academic) Spanish Club 2, 3 ; Mathematics Contest 2. Row 2 — RICHARD MELLENCAMP (Industrial Arts) Track 1, 2. JACK MILLER (General) Basketball 1; Track 1, 2; Gun Club 2. MARILYN MILLER (Academic) Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4. Rove 3 — EVELYN MAY MONTGOMERY (Commercial) Tumbling Team 1, 2, 3; Spanish Club I J Commercial Club 41 Patriot Staff 4. GERTRUDE MUELLER (Home Economics) Latin Club 2; Free Advice 4; Patriot Staff 4. SUSANNE NEWBY (Academic) Latin Club I, 2 (Secretary I); Stage and Script 3! G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Patriot Staff 4. Row 4 — CAROLYN NICHOLS (Academic) Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Latin Club Ij Spanish Club 3. CLAYTON NICHALSON (General) Football 3, 4; Industrial Arts Club 1, 2, 3, 4 (Preside 4). MARY LOUISE NICHTER (Academic) Latin Club 1, 2, 3. Row 5— WILBUR NIEMAN (Agriculture) F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4. ROBERT OTTE (General) Industrial Arts Club 4; Basketball 2. ROBERT CLARKSTON PARKER (Academic) Class President 41 Hi-Y 2, 3, 4 (Secretary 3, President 4); Golf Team 2, 3, 4; After All It ' s Spring 3; Stu- dent Manager 2, 3, 4. Row 6 — STANLEY PATTERSON (Academic) Tennis Team 4j Track 4; Class Play Committee 4. RICHARD ARTHUR PLUMMER (General) After All It ' s Spring 3, (Sound Effects and Props). FRANCES POLLERT (Commercial) Spanish Club 2 ' , Commercial Club 3, 4. MARILYN LOUISE POLLERT Band 2, 3, 4 (Quartet 2 (Council 4) ! Patriot Staff (Cc 3, 4. mmercial) 4) ; Y-T MARY POLLEY Latin Club 1 (Gene ; Owl al) Staff 1 2; Y-Teens REA ELLIS RAY Band 1, 2, 3. (Gene ral) Row 2 — MARION REINBOLD (Academic) Band I, 2, 3, 4; Choir 2, 3, 4; Hi-Y 3, 4 (Public Relations 4) ; Patriot Staff 4; Owl Staff 2, 3, 4. NORMA ROTH (Commercial) Commercial Club 3, 4. LEWIS EDWARD RUCKER (General) Scipio High School 1; North Vernon High School 2, 3; Concessions Committee 4. DONALD RUDDICK (General) Concessions 4; Track 2. GEORGE RUDDICK (Agriculture) F. F. A. 1, 2, 3, 4i Hi-Y 4; Footba 3, 4. DONALD SCFILETER (General) Football 4; Track 3, 4; After All It ' s Spring 3; In- dustrial Arts Club 2, 3, 4 (Secretary 4) ; Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 4. Row 4— MARY LOUISE SCHNECK (Academic) Y-Teens I, 2, 3, 4; Classical Club 1, 2, 3 (Treasurer 1); Patriot Staff 4; Free Advice 4; Choir 4. ALBERTA SCHULTE (General) Commercial Club 3 J Tumbling Tea I, 2. VIRGIL SCHULTE (General) Track 3, 4; Baseball 3, 4; ball 3. I, 2, 3; G. A. A. Basketball 3; Tennis 4; Foot- PAULA JUNE SIERP (Academic) Choir 3, 4; Girls ' Ensemble 4; Owl Staff 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Quill and Scroll 3. CARMEN JOYCE SMALLWOOD (Academic) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4; Patriot Staff 4; After All It ' s Spring 3 ; Free Advice 4. JAMES SMITH (General) Visual Aids 3, 4. Row 6 — LA VONNE STANFIELD (General) Commercial Club 3. THELMA STANFIELD (General) VELMA STANFIELD (General) Row 1 — BETTY STEWART (General) Commercial Club 3. RICHARD SUMNER (General) FLORENCE SWEANEY (Home Economics) Spanish Club 2. Row 2— PATRICIA TANKERSLEY (General) ROBERT TASKEY (General) Safety Patrol 3, 4; Visual Aids 3, 4. PHYLLIS IRENE THIAS (Commercial) Commercial Club 3, 4; Prom G Play 4, Baccalaureate 3. Row 3 — IRMA THOELE (Academic) Class Vice-president 4; Y-Teen: Chairman 4); Owl Staff 2, 3; Patriot Staff 4; Student Council 4 (Secretary); After All It ' s Spring 3. EVELYN TORMOEHLEN (Commercial) Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4 (Council 2, 3, 4); Patriot Staff 4; Commercial Club 3. 4; Latin Club 1, 2, (Vice-President 2) ; Stage and Script 3. PAUL VEHSLAGE (Academic) Football 3, 4 (Captain 4); Basketball 3, 4; Basebal 4: Track 3, 4; Patriot Staff 4. Row 4— CARL VOGFL (General) Industrial Arts Club I, 2. I.ORA MAE VON DIELINGEN (C Commercial Club 3, 4; Pron calaureate 3. ROBERT VON DIELINGEN (G Intramural basketball 2, 3, 4; Row 5— GENE WALDKOETTER (Acaden Hi-Y 3, 4; Spanish Club 1. After All It ' s Spring 3; ■ ' Free Advice 4. DONALD WEHMILLER (Industrial Arts) Industrial Arts Club I, 2, 3, 4, (Vice-President 3). MARILYN WETZEL (Academic) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, 2, 3, 4, (President 4) Spanish Club 3. (Treasurer 3); Stage and Script 3; Cla Treasurer 3. Row 6_ JANE WHITCOMB (Academic) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, Patriot Staff 4; Spanish Club 3. JAMES F. WILDE (Industrial Arts) Football 4; Track 3, 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; 5j Intramural Basketball 2, 3, 4. WILLARD WISCHMEIER (Industrial Arts) Industrial Arts Club 1, 2, 3, 4. GLF.N A. WOLTERS (Industrial Arts) Football 4; Choir 4; Intramural Basketb 3, 4; Visual Aids 2, 3, 4. PATRICIA WOODARD (Academic) Band 3, 4; Latin Club 2; Sp Staff 4. ANNABELLE WRIGHT (General) G. A. A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Teens 1, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3. DORIS MAE YOUNG (General) Latin Club 1.; Y-Teens 1. Junior Class Officers are from left to right: James Johnson, Vice- President; Patty Otte, Trea- surer! Jack Wieneke, President; Miriam Hoeferkamp, Secretary. First Row— W. Able, B. Act M. L. Amos, W. Anders E. Arbuckle. Second Row— R. Ault, B. Beik- man, R. Beikman, M. Blevins, C. Bowman, H. Boxman. Third Row — L. Brackemyre, G. Brooks, P. Buher, D. Bush, M. Chestnut, L. Clark. Fourth Row — N. Cockerham, J. Coryea, D. Coryell, C. Culp, S. Darlage, G. DeMille. Fifth Row — N. Deputy, R. Dob- son, B. Elliott, L. Eisner, D. Everdon, J. Farris. Sixth Row — O. George, D. Goode M. Gorbett, J. Green, J. Ha R. Hall. Seventh Row — J. Helmbrecht, B. Hill, C. Hill, D. Hiten, M. Hoeferkamp, J. Johnson. Absent — D. Bohall, L. Disney, Joe Hall, E. Larson, T. Otto, C. Snow. First Row— R. Kilgas, A. Killion. J. Kunz, P. Lahne, N. Marsh, W. Mellencamp. Second Rov — V. Mitchell, B. Montgomery, N. Myron, B. Ncntrup, L. Nowling, H. Ottc. Third Row — P. Otte, D. Otting, N. Patrick, B. Patterson, V. Payne, D. Pfaffenbergcr. Fourth Row— R. Pfaffenbergcr, S. Phillips, P. Pickerrell, D. Pollcrt, G. Pottschmidt, R. Rebbcr. Fn th Row— P. Revcai E. Rhoads, D. Robbins, A. Rodman, [. Rogers, M. Ruddick. Sixth Row— D. Russell, M. Schcp- man, F. Sciarra, G. Shade, I. Shclton, E. Shutters. SnVLNTH Row — C. Smallwood, J. Snow, M. Stanfield, K. Stcin- wcdcl, A. Stilwell, N. Thiclc. Eighth Row — J. Thomas, R. Timp- erman, W. Toborg, R. Tor- moehlen, L. Trowbridge, M. Van Huss. Ninth Row — B. Vaughn, R. Vogel, T. Von Fangc, W. Waggoner, B. M. w ' ehrkamp. F. Wendall. Tenth Row— H. Weddell, D. Wer- skey, J. Wieneke, D. Willman, D. Woolls, J. Zaring. First Row— K. Achelpohl, B. Allen, M. Alwes, R. Ames, W. Arn- hok, B. Allman. Second Row — B. Ault, D. Bake. G. Ballard, E. Beavers. T. Bell M. Beldi.ig, N. Bennet H. Bergsicker. Third Row— R. Birge, S. Birge, L. Blair, R. Bogardus, V. Bo- hall, P. Booker, M. Borchcrd- ing, N. Bowman. Fourth Row — Rachel Browning, Richard Browning, T. Bryant, F. Burbrink, R. Bussell, D. Carpenter, M. Chandler, R. Clark. Fn ra Row— T. Clark, B. Collins, C. Crane, G. Culp, N. Darlage, G. Davenport, |. Disney, D. Donnclls. Sixth Row — D. Downing, R. Duwe, N. Eglen, J. Emley, B. Ewing, M. Fcnton, B. Fill, I. Fleetwood. Seventh Row— E. Foster, J. Gerth, S. Coins, D. Grein, R. Guffey, C. Haag, R. Harry, E. Heck- man. Eichth Row — M. Highbaugh, B. Hill, J. Hill, M. Hoevcner, R. Hohcnstreiter, C. Horning, J. Huber, J. Hudson. Ninth Row— R. Fiunt, D. Hunter, D. Jewell, D. Johnson, F. John- son. P. Johnson, M. Kasting, R. Reach ' . Tenth Row — B. Keck, M. Kclley, V. Kendall, C. Killion. SOPHOMORES First Row — M. Killion, N. Koop, V. Krienhagen, N. Larson, C. Lauster, J. Lauster. Second Rot — J. Lebline. J. Linkc, D. Lucas, A. Lustig, J. Lynch, V. Mackey, D. Manning, T. McClcllan. Third Ro« — W. M c N u 1 1, R. Meyer, D. Mize, S. Myers, R. Nicholson, J. Norris, B. A. Ogan, H. Otte. Fourth Row — M. Parker, S. Peters, R. Plummer, M. Pollen, R. Pol- len, T. Prewitt, M. Prime, M. Pugh. Fifth Row— M. Rebbcr, R. Rcbbcr, M. Ritz, J. Robbins, B. Ro th, H. Ruddick, J. Sargcant, C. Schultc. Sixth Row — J. Siefkcr, Don Smith, Douglas Smith, E. Smith, W. Smith, L. Snyder, B. Spall, T. Spcckncr. Seventh Row — M. Sterling, E. Ste- vens, S. Steward, P. Strietel- mcier, H. S t u c k w i s c h, M. Stuckwisch, K. Swcany, M. Sweany. Eighth Row — G. Terrell, C. Terry, S. Tidd, J. Tracey, J. Trapp, D. Vance, A. VanEsscn, C. Von Diclingen. Ninth Row— P. Wadsworth, J. Weddle, A. Wehmillcr, A. Wessel, T. Wheeler, B. Wil- liams, N. Williams, T. Wilson. Tenth Row— B. Wood, W. Wray, C. Zimmerman, H. Zumhingst. Absent — C. Anthony, J. Amos, K. Fish, D. Holeman, D. Rob- bins, J. Weekly. l3 I li 1 ft? A FRESHMEN Top Row — H. Ackcret, J. Ahl- brand, N. Alexander, A. All- man, J. Ames, P. Anderson, B. Applegate. Second Row — D. Banister, J.Banks, J. Beck, J. Behr, L. Beinekc, E. Bell, C. Biggs. Third Row— C. Blevins, R. Blevins, S. Bohall, K. Boling, C. Booker, I. Borden, J. Bova. Fourth Row — J. Bowman, R. Bratchcr, Richard Bratcher, C. Brooks, B. Brown, D. Bry- ant, C. Burbrink. Fifth Row— D. Burgctt, A. Car- penter, Alvin Carpenter, C. Carpenter, M. Christopher, D. Clark, J. Cockerham. Sixth Row — E. Coffclt, R. Combs, D. Crane, E. Crane, W. Croucher, B. Dean, R. De- Spain. Seventh Row — J. Donica, D. Englehardt, C. Engleking, N. Fields, W. Findley, E. For- rest, T. Gorman. Eighth Row — Jack Green, Janet Greene, M. Greene, R. Green- well, W. Hague, S. Hall, V. Hall. Ninth Row— H. Hamilton, P. Harper, D. Hart, B. Hawn, H. Heideman, L. Henderson, B. Hercamp. Tenth Row D. Hill, R. Himmel- heber, J. Hinton, R. Hirtzel, S. Ho ' bson, L. Hocvcncr, D. Hopper. Eleventh Row— R. Horstman, M. Hudson, Jim Huff, Bill Huf f, L. Hunt, P. Hunter, J. James. Twelfth Ro w — M. J a y n e s, D. Jones, R. Julian, M. Kasting, E. Keck, G. Keck, J. Kellam. FRESHMEN Top Row — R. Kendall, C. Knott, M. Kranning, G. Krcinhagcn, C. Kriete, D. Kriete, W. Krum- me. Second Row — E. Krummc, M. Lambring, D. ' Lcdbettcr, J. Lind, C. Lucas, C. Mackcy, R. Malone. Thibo Roj — J. Maschino, J.Matliis, R. Mattox, H. McKinncy, P. McNeil, S. Mcllcncamp, W. Mellcncamp. Fourth Row — J. Mitchell, R. Mitchell, B. Montgomery, J. Montgomery, R. Morcn, O. Motsinger, L. Nation. Fifth Row— W. Ncawedde, .W. Nentrup, M. Newkirk, B. Nichtcr, M. Noblitt, J. Obcrring, W. O ' Connor. Sixth Row— L. Ottc, D. Pardicck, C. Parker, K. Parr, C. Patrick, A. Payne, R. Pickcrrell. Seventh Row — M. Policy, H. Port- er, J. Pugh, M. Purlcc, C. Quinn, E. Quinn, D. Ravi. Eighth Row — M. Redding, H. Rcichenba, R. Rhodes, M. Rob- bins. B. Rose, M. Sallcc, G. Schoenfeldcr. Ninth Row — H.Schrocr, G.Schur- man, J. Shclton, B. Simmons, S. Smcdlcy, B. A. Smith, N. Smith. Tenth Row— V. Spall. R. Spray, G. Stein kamp, J. Sterling, B. Steward, R. Stewart, D. Stigdon. Eleventh Row — D. Strietelmcier, R. Strictelmeicr, C. Sweet, B. Taulman, B. Taylor, J. Tay- lor, C. Tinas. Twelfth Row — K. Trimpc, T. Trotter, B. Vogel, W. Wetzel, G. Williams, R. Williams, B. Wilson, A. Yeager. Ab. ' ent— D. Black, C. Henley. E. Lyon, J. Schrink, M. Stuck- wisch, G. Trimble, M. Wil- liams. $M. Kv lfc FOR YOUR AFTER SCHOOL SNACKS STOP AT MAC ' S STEINKAMP ' S CONFECTIONERY 117 N. Chestnut St. Phone 120 ECKELMAN ' S Better Shoes For Less Money COMPLIMENTS TO THE CLASS OF ' 49 Get Your First Start in Life on That Good Gulf Gas GEORGE ' S GOOD GULF SERVICE 2nd AND BROADWAY Phone 1005 George V. Boas SEYMOUR, IND. USED CARS As youth is the time to learn, do not overlook learning to save for future needs. COOPERATIVE BUILDING LOAN ASSOCIATION The Pioneer Home Loan Agency in Jackson County WINDHORST GREENHOUSES FLORISTS Our Specialty Corsages 715 S. Carter Street Phone 54 . ; iix b RAY ' S QUALITY CLEANERS Better Cleaning For Particular People 222 East Second Phone 726 BLISH MILLING CO. Seymour, Indiana 15 SOUTH CHESTNUT ST. PHONE MAIN 301 NEWBY DAIRY PASTEURIZED PRODUCTS MILK AND ICE CREAM Seymour, Indiana FURMAN ' S Roofing Sheet Metal Work Coal, Oil and Gas Stoves Skelgas Service Beyond City Limits Nuda-Dutch Boy Paints Class Sporting Goods China and Aluminum Ware SEYMOUR HARDWARE CO. 216 S. CHESTNUT ST. SEYMOUR, INDIANA PHONE 718 Jewelry A Gift That Never Loses Its Charm This Store Was Established In 1860 202 West Second Street unior Class Officers Choosing Class Rings GEO. F. KAMMAN JEWELER AND OPTOMETRIST We Have A Modern Optical Department Seymour, Indiana Top Prices For ASH AND MAPLE LOGS For Further Information Contact SEYMOUR MANUFACTURING CO. 500 North Broadway Phone 632 RELIANCE MANUFACTURING CO. Makers of BIG YANK Work Clothing — Universal Pajamas — Aywon Shirts — Yankschire Coats — No-Tare Shorts — Happy Home and Kay Whitney Frocks — Ensenada Shirts and Slacks — Big Yank Flannel Shirts — Yank Jr. Children ' s Wear — Rest Rite Pajamas. ROBERT F. BUHNER, INC. BEST WISHES PLUMBING AND HEATING National Veneer and Lumber Co. AND APPLIANCES Bryant Gas Heat Congratulations HATFIELD ' S to the Class of ' 49 DRUG STORE VOSS FUNERAL SERVICE OUR 50th YEAR SEYMOUR NATIONAL BANK THE TRAVIS CARTER CO. Member INCORPORATED Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation FIRST IN SAFETY LUMBER AND MILLWORK FIRST IN SECURITY BEARD ' S INC. BOOKS STATIONERY PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT Supplies For Every School and Office Need Senior Committee Choosing Invitations for the Class of 1949 Congratulations to Class of 1949 OLD i AL-JAX CHEMICAL CO Seymour, Indiana This Gymnasium Floor is Protected by AL JAX GYM-SHEEN BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 1949 COLONIAL CAFE • • Congratulations to Class of ' 49 SCIARRA - CLEANERS Congratulations HARTS SANDWICH SHOP 200 S. Chestnut Street Phone 1038 Known For Magazine Featured Fashions Compliments of . . . CONGRATULATIONS TO EACH GRADUATE OF SHIELDS HIGH SCHOOL, CLASS OF 1949, AND ALL GOOD WISHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE. NOBLITT SPARKS INDUSTRIES, INC. SEYMOUR, INDIANA HUBER SHOE STORE COLD CROSS SHOES FOR WOMEN FREEMAN SHOES FOR MEN POLL PARROT SHOES FOR CHILDREN X-Ray Fitting HOTEL SEYMOUR 407 North Chestnut Street SEYMOUR ------ INDIANA Phone 670 QUIET AND MODERN BEN H. KEITH, MCR. nrpni [ p ! s r ' j - Compliments of THE BEE HIVE TOWER AND BURKHOLDER SEYMOUR ' S SHOPPING CENTER SINCE 1907 Gifts for All Occasions FUNERAL HOME Venetian Blinds Window Shades EDW. F. WOLTER SONS 2nd and Chestnut Streets Phone 62 TIEMEIER ' S JEWELRY STORE Watches, Diamonds, and Jewelry OFFICIAL B. O. WATCH INSPECTORS SEYMOUR, INDIANA CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF ' 49 When you come to us you will do so with confidence. Have the assurance that you are dressed just right. A Complete Selection For You ENDICOTT ' S WHEN BETTER. AUTOMOBILES ARE BUILT, BUICK WILL BUILD THEM. SEYMOUR MOTOR SALES Phone 672 Visit Sears A Complete Line of Farm Implements ' Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back. 105 West Second Street Phone 115 or 1 96 McJSlutt jeweler Congratulations Senior Class of ' 9 j. M. SHEETS BIRCE ELECTRIC AND Photographer SUPPLY, INC. Distinctive Portraiture Special Attention to Weddings Phone 1090 315 W. Second Street ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES AND CONTRACTING SEYMOUR, INDIANA 210 S. Chestnut Phone 940 ARTHUR A. WILDE FOR COMPLETE COVERAGE BEST WISHES OF SCHOOL NEWS READ CAKE BOX The Seymour Daily Tribune BAKERY GOODS, WEDDING CAKES AND SPECIALTIES John Conner, Publisher Phone 1114 303 S. Chestnut Shields High School cooks enjoy a kitchen completely equipped with Ahlbrand Cabinets THE A. H. AHLBRAND CO. Built-in Kitchen Equipment SEYMOUR, INDIANA AS te| Hwedel 5oH Seymour ' s Greatest Store For Men and Boys Since 1904 SEYMOUR GREENHOUSE Flowers For All Occasions North Ewing Street Phone 58 CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF ' 49 BROWN CHEVROLET INC. 21 1 South Carter Street Your Patriot Photographer THE CHASE STUDIO HORACE J. CHASE 310 Bank St., New Albany idraessle-UYLerc i C ompany MANUFACTURING PRINTERS j CIsfe: YOUR LOGICAL SOURCE OF PRINTING SINCE 1904 SEND US YOUR COPY WE WILL DO THE REST PHONE 64S PINE AND ST. LOUIS AVE. SEYMOUR, IND. n SPECIALIZED PLANNING AND ENGRAVING SERVICE FOR YEARBOOK STAFFS . . . X . AutacjA ixliA, . . • . ' . r r c 1 ■- c • J 6 o . aJL . - JUJ- if ' - ' . y 2 7 .