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Zhe 1953 WAGISTANIAN Published by The Senior Class of SOUTHWEST HIGH SCHOOL MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA STAFF 77}fro 2. Editor-in-Chief . IHLEEN WOLD Assistant Editor .... ANN MORGAN 7 ti Copy Editor MARILYN CHRISTIE MHG Business Manager LARRY MILLER Advisor MISS LILLIAN NELSON Table of Contents ADMINISTRATION CLASSES ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVITIES ATHLETICS PAGE 5 PAGE 10 PAGE 18 PAGE 36 PAGE 44 SENIORS PAGE 58 We, the senior class, dedicate this our 1953 Wagistanian, to Jerry Sullivan, Football coach, who has been a friend to all and whose absence here will be sincerely missed. A pilgrim, going a lone highway Came at evening, cold and gray To a chasm, deep and vast and wide. The old man crossed in the twilight dim. The chasm held no fears for him But he paused when he reached the other side And built a bridge to span the tide. Old Man. said a fellow pilgrim near. Why waste your time in building here? Your journey ends with the close of day You never again will pass this way. You've crossed the chasm deep and wide Why build ye here at eventide? The pilgrim raised his old gray head. My friend, in the path I've come. he said. There followeth after me today A fair haired youth who must pass this way. The chasm which held no fears for me To the fair haired youth may a pitfall be. He. too, must cross in the twilight dim. My friend, I am building this bridge for him. Will A. Dromgoole Mr. Robert H. Claston. Principal: Mr. Albert Halley. Atiiitant to the Principal. To the Graduating Class of 1953 An important stage in your lives has been reached. High School graduation marks one of the top rungs of the ladder that carries you from youth to young adulthood. Where you go from here will be determined by what you have done in the past as well as by what you determine to do in the future. Life ahead should be regarded as the task of making the most of yourselves, and success will come to those of you who regard your lives as something to create rather than to find. Existence is what we find. The important business of making a successful life involves taking that existence and organizing it around careful plans and definite purposes. R. H. CLASSON Faculty W-lliam Adam Mr . Elinor B. Boylan Mr . Violet 8randhor t M ss Ann Brinley O. B. Dahle Mr . Kate R. Grady Harold J. Gregory Royal P. Goetzloe Evan L. Haaheim Mr . Eleanor Haaland Albert Halley Mr . Lillian A. Halting M. t Irene E. Holmbcrg We, the senior class of 1953. wish to thank you. our faculty, for the knowledge you have imparted to us. both scholastically and socially. You have helped us realize one of the most important chapters in our lives, and by so doing have led us further on the road to success and happiness. Although we leave this building in body, a part of each one of us will remain here spiritually. A warm and sincere thanks to you and may God bless you all as you continue your work. WILLIAM ADAM: Civic Physical Education Chairman of Spring Athletic Banquet. P.T.A. Board Representative, Assistant Football Coach. Basketball and Baseball Coach MRS. ELINOR BOYLAN Physical Education, Senior English Auditorium Program Committee Chairman. Building Completion Committee. Class Play. Chairman of Physical Education Department. G.A.A Advisor, Health Committee Chairman. Spring Review MRS. VIOLET BRANDHORST: V.sit.ng Teacher Faculty Council, Guidance Committee. P.T.A. Board Representative MISS ANN BRINLEY: Physical Education, Bike and Bo l Girls' Counselor. Senior Awards Committee. Building Committee, Guidance Committee Co-chairman. Advisor for P.T.A. Sponsored Girls’ Clubs. Ushers OSCAR B. DAHLE: Orchestra. Glee Club. Coral Club. Choir Auditorium Program Committee. Senior Awards Committee Building Committee, Chairman of Music Department. Chairman of Senior Advisory MRS. KATE R. GRADY: Home Economics Building Committee. Home Economics Department Chairman, Health Committee MEA and NEA Representative, Red Cross Sponsor HAROLD GREGORY: Speech. Commercial Auditorium Program Committee. Building Committee. Chairman of Soeech Department. Guidance Committee. Stage Crew. Spring Review ROYAL P. GUETZLOE: B.oloay Faculty Council. Faculty Manager Health Committee. Building Committee. Athletic Manager EVAN L. HAAHEIM: Modern Problems Chairman of Social Studies Department. Faculty Council, Student Council Advisor. Tennis Coach MRS ELEANOR HAALAND: Common Learnings, English Guidance Committee. Silver Tri Advisor MR. ALBERT HALLEY: Trigonometry Advanced Algebra Fall Athletic Banquet. Building Committee Chairman of Mathe motic Department. Hall Duty. Faculty Homecoming Chairman. S Club, Senior Awards Committee, Assistant to the Principal, Track Coach. Cross Country Coach MRS LILLIAN A. HASTINGS: Arts and Crafts Building Committee. Bulletin Boards. Chairman of Art Department Guidance Committee. Display Case. Poster Publicity Chairman MISS IRENE 6. HOLMBERG: Algebra. Advanced Alg«b;a _ . Banking. Building, Personnel Welfare. Faculty Council. Guidance Committee. Lost and Found [6] M.ss Severed C. Holmberg Frank S. Inglcbret Ralph G. Mendenhall Mis Lillian M. Nelson Mm Ruth Nordquist Carl A. Pearson Rudolph E. Pearson Mrs. Carmen Richards Stanford C. Strand Jerry Sullivan M.ss Mary Lou Walkup Herbert V. Warner 0 Mis Josephine Williams Charles S. Wohlford Paul R. Wohlford Mrs. Margaret Z'ttleman MISS SEVERENA C HOLMBERG: Shorthand. Secretarial Practice. Bookkeeping Typing ip . . e • Building Committee, Chairman of Commercial Department. Senior Budget. Ticket Sales FRANK S. INGLEBRET: Science. World History Civil Defense, Chairman of Science Department. Health Commit-tec. Debate RALPH G. MENDENHALL: Instrumental Music Band Director Spring Review MISS LILLIAN M NELSON: French. English Annual Advisor Chairman of English Department. Chairman of Faculty Social Committee MISS RUTH NORDQUIST: Spanish. English Community Chest Representative. Language Department Chairman, Faculty Council, School Historian CARL A. PEARSON: Physics. Chemistry Senior Awards Committee. Building Committee. Hi-T Advisor RUDOLPH E. PEOERSEN: Mathematics. Physical Education Spring Athletic Banquet. Building Committee, Health Committee, Swimming Coach, Golf Coach MRS. CARMEN RICHARDS: Engl,:h STANFORD C. STRAND: Modem Problem . Geometry Building Committee. Health Committee. ‘ B Football Coach, 8” Basketball Coach JERR? SULLIVAN: Algebra Industrial Arts Faculty Council, Football Coach MISS MARY LOU WALKUP: Librarian Blue Tri Advisor, Lockers, Blue Cross HERBERT V. WARNER: Civ.cs Senior Awards Committee Chairman, Faculty Council. Guidance Committee. Co-chairman, Hi-y Advisor. Boys' Counselor MISS JOSEPHINE WILLIAMS: English. Latin Red Cross. Guidance Committee CHARLES A. WOHLFORD: American History Athletic Equipment Manager, Retirement Fund Representative. Guidance Committee PAUL R. WOHLFORD: Mechanical Drawing. Printing Building Committee. Department Chairman of Industrial Arts Pub lie Address System. Audio-Visual Education. Hockey Coach, B‘ Football Coach MRS. MARGARET ZITTLEMAN: English. Journalism Senior Awards Committee. Newspaper ( Arrow ) Advisor C73 Those Who Help Us Many long hours are spent in making Southwest a more efficient and pleasant school. The people who put in these long hours are the office clerks, the kitchen, and janitorial staffs. The busy clerks have spent much time going over, and scheduling programs, making out attendance records, and helping in any way that they can. The delicious peanut butter cookies that the kitchen staff prepares are only one of the many tasty desserts that arc served with the plate lunches. Bright and early every morning the cooks can be seen in the kitchen starting their daily routine, and it is midafternoon before they are through with the dishes and other duties. The janitorial staff hums with activity; sweeping the halls, shoveling the walks, cleaning the baskets, and mowing the lawn. To these people who do so much in making our school a better place goes our utmost appreciation. OFFICE CLERKS—Mu. Ma'garct Carlton, Mr . V.olo Drecttcn. M.tt Elaine Srandager. KITCHEN STAFF—Marv A. Webttei. Mrt. Delia Clark. Mrt. Ellen Lindahl, Mrt. Mar.e Gritwold. JANITORIAL STAFF—8ottom Row: Mr. lohlmann. Mrt McGraw. Mr, Rottum. Mr. Marten. Row 2: Mr. Milcwtki. Mr. Nelton. Row 3: Mr. Swentcn. Mr. Had. Gene Krupa Miller Homework? The biking class? [9] Have you paid your dues? Yea Indians! Underclassmen Class of 1956 Alberti, Carol Anderton, Barbara Andrcaten. Marly Andrew , Roger Arvidton Barbara Barette. Karen Bauman, Nancy Beaver, JoAnn Bender, Sandra 8ett, Barbara Bithop, Diana Bittner, Betty Bjelland, Rolf Blackmorc, Victoria Bleyhl. Peter Blomgrcn, Gcrvae Blumcnion, Sybil Bonhui, Karen Bonneville. Janice Borchert, Charlci Botch. Jane Bredihaw, Clive Brautman, Betty Broeli. Trudv Brooke. Barbara Brownell. George Brucr, Idclle Bryngclton, Judy Burke, Terry 8utler, David Carlton, Patricia Carpenter Karen Caverly, Sharoi Cavcrly, Shirley Chavie, Margaret Chnttie, Robert Clapp. Stephen Clark, John Colby, Charlct Collin . Sue Coppage. John Co . Phillip Daniclton, R chard Dartt, Marcia Decker, Charlct Dolan, Richard Dowidat, Dan . Drew, Frank Drew, Geraldine Drilling. William DuBoit. Alice Edmond, Louite Edwardt. Judith Ehrlich, Stephen Enge. Donna Erttad. Nancy Evant, Sandra Fawcett, Robert Felder, Barbara Fillmore, Jay Fleming. Jane Fotter, Richard Friedman, David Gaintlcy. Melanie Gaudettc, Peter Gianos. Sally Gilct, Robert Gote. Edward Green. Richard Groexmgcr, Robert Graf, David Guilcy. Andrew Herbert. David Hermann. Deanna Heaog, Connie Hickt, Donna Hagcman, Harry Holcomb, Marlyt Hollenbeck. Grctchen Holm. John Noodclman, Mark Humet, Mary Dee Hurley, Janet Huttncr, Richard Ireland, Donald Itcnberg. Judy Janton, Joyce Jobe . Polly Johnton. David Johnton, Ralph C 12 3 Kati, Diane Kaufman, 8 n Kilby. Jack Knot, Charles Koontx, Danny Krcidlcr, Barbara Lartcn, Kenneth Larson, Nancy Larton. Sharon Lcssard, Ray Loomis, Barbara Ludwig. Ronald Marsh. Rotalie Martin. Phillip McAdams, Michael McArthur. Mary McAuley. Joan McOonald. Roberta McGregor, Thomas McGrorty, Michael McIntyre, Ann Melli, Peter Merrick, Dons Meshbeshcr, Thomas Meyer. Roger Miller, Diane Miller. Curtis Moore, Donald Morgen. James Muetxel. Dorothy Myers, David Nelson, David Newell. Marie Newell. Robert Nieolle, Sally O'Donnell, James Olson, Judy Olson, Rayo Lee Orficld, Bernhard Osman, Paul Pastor, Jean Pastor. Joan Peabody, Jill Pearson. Nohel Pederson. Paul Pcndcrgast, Barbara Peterton, Wayne Plummer. Rosemary Pratt, Katie Prieve, Sandra Pnns, Jack Ramey, Phyllis Ralphs, David Reichert. Thomas Ringsrud. Peter Rousseau. Mary Rovick. David Royce, Peter Russell. Karen Rykkcn, John Schcdin, Julia Schipke. John Schmidt, Judy Scott, Susan Scribner, Paul Semblo, Nancy Shaw, William Silbcrnagcl, Dale Sirpless, Robert Smith. Gary Soukup, James Spector, Barry Stcbbins, Tim Steffy, Rosalind Stillman, Thomas Straub, Jon Svang, Charles Sweeney, Patricia Thomas. Pat Thompson, Carol Traver, Dawn Trucker. Donna Turrittin, Anton Wackcbarth, Graham Weinberger, Ann Williamson, Ken Winebrenner, Sandra Wing, Marcia Wintcrburn, Dolores Wise, Calvin CliD Wittke. Alien Beck, Lou NOT PICTURED Dysthe, Elaine Gunderson. Richard Herrick, Pamela Keller, Jane McCombt. Ronnie Miller. May Mill . Mary Mitulski, Carole Perra, Dorn Ruler. Donald Thomas. Jerold Weimer. Robert Worthlcy, Thomai The freshmen class adjusted themselves quickly to the ways of Southwest upon discovering such upperclassmen tricks as selling tickets for the elevator and the swimming pool. Their classes were new and exciting. Their organizations, the Hi-Y and newly organized freshmen clubs, drew many members. Besides having a lot of fun they did many useful things. Class of 1955 Archer, Jacqueline Alexander, David Anderton, Barbara Armstrong, Donald Axtcll, Helen Bamc, Sandra Barnet, Jerry Baiter, Ronald Beckman, Marilyn Beintcin, Carol Bolitad. Betty Bond, Diion Braden, Nancy Brandon, Curtu Branham, William Braufman. Arthur Brooks, Sharon Burton, Barbara Buti. Pearl Cable. Corinne Cam, Diane Carney, Nancy Chavic. Michael Chouinard, John Clarity. Morgan Claiton. Joanne Clifford. Donna Collins, David Compton. James Core, George Coscio. Michael Coveil. Valeric Crandall, Carolyn Dcnnstcat. Norman Divine, Kathleen Dowidat. Adcllc Drilling, John Edwards, Tom Ellsworth. Josephine Engen, Ruth Erickson, Suxanne Fortbcrg, Janet Foy. Jim Furber. Allan Girard, Judy Goodman, Sally Haley. Pat Hallin, Sue Hanson, Karen Hanson, Kay Harris, Wayne Harvey. Carol Ann Hawkins, Jim Hegerlc, Mary Claire Hcibcrgcr, Dorothy Hcnrikson, Robert Hokanton. Lois Holmgren, John Honsey, Sonia Hoover, Paul Johnson. Delores Johnson. Geraldine Johnson. Jerry Johnson. Karin Jones. Barbara Jones. Norris Jordan, Robert Kamprath. Marcia Kelson, John Kingsley, Donna Klcinc. Barbara Knccn, Scott no Koenig, Harold Krcidlcr, Carole Kunert. Raoul Kurti. Earl Lamb. Sandra La Mottc, Lynn Larson, Beverly LaSell, Sandra LaVoie, Lonne Lcatherman, David Lcinonen, Maunc Lenning, Elloa Levine, Harris Lies. Sharon Livermore. Pat Lockrem, Diane Mack, Jim Mack, Chalottc MacNamara, Larry Malloy, Yvonne Malmstcdt, Adrienne Manthey. Bob Marsh, Carol McDonald. Mary Jane MeGann, Lynn McKcand, Mary McKee. Mary Lou McLeod, Robert McMillan, Jean McMillan. Wh.tcly Meguiar, Shirley Meredith, Mervyn Miller, Diane Miller, Dorothy Miller, Kathy Mueller, Ardu Nelson, Shirley Noble. George Okcrlund. Kristin Olson. Roger Parkinson, Brenda Paul, Carolyn Pear on, Karen Pivec, James Rein, Stan Reslow, Tom Rcutclcr, Rodger Reynolds. Maunc Richardson Janice Ritchie, Jonn Roam. Gary Roberge. Jim Rovick, Roger Sander. Gary Schipke Jim SchmucRcr. Alan Sinclair, Susan Skinner. Sandra Smith. Brenda Sondcregger, David Sorenson Sharon Soukup. Betty Stanchfield, Sherman Starkey, David Steele. Robert Stempf, Virginia Stephan, Michael Stewart. Sharon Stone, Charles Stromblad. Sharon Sundquist, Eric Svang, Emar Swanson, Dean Tclander, Barbara Thompson. Janice Thompson, Jean Thrclfall, Ann Towers, Constance Vanarsdall. David Van Steenwyk, Shirley Walters. LuAnn Walton. Barbara Warne. Fred Welby. Joyce Weinberger. Tom Williams. Barbara Ann Williams. Barbara Ruth Williams. Judy Williamson, Mama Wilson. Barry C153 Wilson, John Wilton, Kathleen Wistrand, David Woodmark, Sharon youngdahl, Paul Zimmerman, Robert NOT PICTUREO Becker, Jamci Crosby. Marca Crotty, Darrell Keller, Keith Kingsley, Donna Larsen, Craig Lewis. Clair MacNamara. Larry Metx, Robert Quirk, Clarence Streitx. Renee Thiclgcs, Jo Ann The Sophomore class had a wonderful start with eleven per cent of the students on the honor roll. While sports and Hi-Y took up most of the time of the boys, the sophomore girls were busy with their four clubs. This year their project was to help needy families at Christmas, by raising money, selling candy, and baked goods. NOT PICTURED Ayers. Leo Bcirstcin, Carol Bielland. Sondra Bussell, Bob Cadicus, Jean Clark, hiarvey Crooks, Jo Anne Edand, Louise Gibbons, Don Hansen, Marlyi Huggins, Patricia Karusis, Patricia Nielsen. Marilyn Ost, Nancy Ost, Norma Osman, Paul Petersen. Joyce Schuctte. Harvey Scott. Leslie Thomas. James Wentworth, Colyer Class of 1954 1952-53 has been a successful year for the ambitious junior class. A party and an auditorium were planned and were accepted enthusiastically by the class. The outcome of the election for boys' and girls' State representatives was as follows: Paula Ewald and Jerry McNcal, with Rhea Gass and Bob Christenson, their alternates. Being well organized, with a junior council and officers, the class has a promising start for next year. The slogan the juniors have chosen is We'll do more in '54. Alberti. David Andcnon, Barbara Andcrton, Kathcrirc Andrews, Melvin Arrcnholi, Joyca Bader, Edward Bamc, Frederick Barnet, Robert Barstad, Noel Bay, Elisabeth Bayerlc. Sandra Becker, Jamci Benjamin, Alice Bjorklund. Richard Borovsky, William Brown. Laureta Brown. Lawrence Brown, Ronald Burrill, Marcia Butyn. Jerry Caverly, Patricia Choumard. Carole Chranc. Bruce Chnitiamon. Robert Colder, Carolyn Cook, Araell Cook, John Currier, Sharon Dcvoy, Robert Drake. Benjamin Duibury. Richard Elliton, David Engel, Richard England. Eliiabcth Erickson, Marlys Eriin, Janet Ernn. Jcninc Ewald, Paula Fisher. George Fleming, Beverly Fndlund, Polly Frits, Ernest Gard. Laura Gats. Rhea Gottlieb. Marian C16J Granquist Patricia Gratton, Barbara Grimes, Maureen Hall, Patricia Hammer, Sandra Halgren. David Harvey. David Haugc, Bjarne Hektner. Gary Henry, Charles Howard, Karen Hult, Robert Isaacson, Lynn Janovcc, Charlotte Jcnicn, Craia Jenson. Cynthia Jenson, Sheila Johnson, 8arbara Ann Johnson. Barbara Lee Johnson. Leo Jones, Gwendolyn Jost, Janette Johnson. Van Kampa. Leonard Kattcr, Paul Katz, Jerry Kelly, James Kennison. Scott Kneen. Jim Kremers, Larry Krasick. Carol Lauzon. Jean Lewis, Carol Lewis, James Lickteig, Al Liljcnqulst. Rosetta Mack, William Maeser. Marilyn Martin. Robert McCadden, Dan McDonald, Tom McGuire. Sally McLeod, Stuart McNcal, Jerry Meyer, Diane Miller. Gordon Moore, David Murray, Sue Nelson Bill Newkirk, John Nyc, Marian Olson, Carol Olson, Joanne Ostrom, Russell Ottenweller, Donald Palmer, Marlene Payton, Judith Perrin, Janet Perrin, Joan Rank, Grace Richards, Muriel Rode, JoAnn Roscnblum, Sheldon Russell, Gail Sanders, Sybil Schilling. Barbara Sheehan, Peter Sledz. Herbert Sm.th, Julie Storvick, Donna Sullivan, Ann Teachworth, Janice Thielges, Marian Thomas, Janet Thomas John Umhocfcr, Kay Vaill, Peter VanderVort, Wayne VanHercke, Nancy Wagner, Frederick Warner, Thomas Watson, Nancy Welde, Marilyn Wheeler Dale White. David Wilson, Susan Wing, John Witta. Will am Wooldridge. George Zelie, Richard C173 Organizations Activities EDITORS—iitting: IK ,- n Wold Ann Morgan itanding: M.« Nelion, Larry Miller, Marilyn Chrittic. EDITORS Ihleen Wold ...... Editor Ann Morgan................ ... Assistant Editor Marilyn Christie.................................... Copy Editor Larry Miller................................ Business Manager STAFF Nancy Vanarsdall Lois Bishop .... Dona Ordal ... Muriel Plant.n . . , Sally Schwartz .. Karen Lundblad Mary Machula . . John Reichert Dick Mattson ... . Organization Organization ........Faculty .......Faculty .......Seniors .. . . Seniors Underclassmen .........Sports ...........Art This book, composed of what was a pile of pictures and copy, climaxes a year of work. hope, and final triumphant for the 1953 Annual staff. The editors were heavily burdened by a number of troubles, such as: meeting deadlines, cutting and pasting boards, getting pictures taken, dreaming up new copy, and the eternal problem of financing. The selling of book covers, pictures, and Homecoming buttons, and the sponsoring of the first and biggest dance of the season, the Football Opener, helped solve these financial problems. Hard work and persistence helped overcome the other obstacles and what was once a dream is now a reality. One of the highlights of the year was the Arrow-Annual Banquet which was held at the Rainbow on May 20. The combined staffs had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed exchanging quips. The 1953 Wagistanian staff would like to thank Miss Neison, their advisor, whose helpful suggestions and criticisms were indispensable. Also: Mrs. Robertson and Mr. Segal of the Bureau of Engraving: Mr. Carlson of the Lund Press; the lundgren Studios: and the Minneapolis Star and Tribune for their much appreciated help. The editors, together with the staff and their advisor, take great pride in presenting to you the 1953 Wagistanian. STAFF_S)ttin9- Maiy Machula Dona Ofdal, Ihleen Wold. Ann Morgan. Marilyn Chriit.e, Sally Schwartz. Standing: Nancy Vandartdall, Lo. B.thop. Larry Millc', John Reichert. Karen Lundblad. C203 Has anybody watered the plants? This is the cry frequently heard from the News ' room. The reason for this is that the 1953 Arrow staff is no different from any previous staff with respect to raising plants. Aside from this, however, they have been very busy. This year's Arrows have been bigger and better than ever. There has only been one four page paper, with most Arrows averaging six pages. The staff feels that this is quite an accomplishment and are very proud of it. In order to have more money on hand for these bigger papers, the staff has sold pennants and bells at Homecoming, and collected money for ads. The majority of their finances come from the dues collected at the beginning of the semesters. Over the Thanksgiving vacation Judy Nelson. Evelyn Scheftel. and Janet Mikelson went to the National Press Conference in Chicago. They attended meetings and brought back many helpful hints which have aided the staff in putting out better papers. Upon question-ing. the girls will go into a long dissertation about the many things which they learned. Many sounds can be heard coming from the Arrow room on the day preceding a deadline. As the staff frantically tries to get their copy ready for the printer they create a rather wild bedlam. Although this occurs frequently the deadline is always met and the papers continue to come through better than ever. The efficiency of the staff and the helpfulness of their advisor, Mrs. Zittleman, are prime factors in this year's Arrows. EDITORS—Seated: Janet Mikelson. Standing: Judy Nelson John Don nelly, Priscilla Blanch, Bob Olton. Newt Editor Feature Editor Sports Editor Insert Editor Business Manager ....... Reporters EDITORS Janet Milcclson Judy Nelson John Donnelly Priscilla Blanch Bob Olson .. Dave Bowers . STAFF Flo'elle Miller Nancy Knauff Eleanor Sanbcrg Diana Daniel Margie Swanson Mary Arnott .. Evelyn Scheftel Nancy Christiansen .Sue Robinson ... Janet Reed ..........Tom Diet: Bob Diamond STAFF—foreground- Flo-elle M.ller Nancy Knauff. Eleanor Santera. Second Row: Pmc-lla Blanch. Diana Daniel. Margie Swanson. Mary Arnott. Evelyn Scheftel. Nancy Christ.«n!(n Judy Nelson. Janet Mikelson. Standing: Sue Rob.nton Janet Reed. Mrs. Zittleman, Tom Dietx. Bob Diamond. Dave Bowers. Bob Olson. John Donnelly. C2l J Student Council OFFICERS—Seated: Harriet Bcrgcion. Ja Otegni, Tom Kaitmir, Judy Alford Standing: Paula Ewald. Jerry McNeal Achievement is, without doubt, the most popular word in the Southwest Student Council vocabulary. The many achievements of this year included: concession sales at football games: the raising of money for CARE: a clothing drive for the Save the Children Federation : and the annual Washburn-Southwest Leadership Conference. On the lighter side such events as Homecoming, an exchange dance with Washburn, and a Match-Me Hop were planned by the council and accepted by the student body with great enthusiasm. Some of the outstanding leaders were Tom Kass-mir, who was elected Vice President of the All State Student Council, and Ihleen Wold and Howie Cam-mack. who represented Southwest in the all-city student council. Southwest students wish to congratulate President Jay Dregni and advisor. Mr. Evan Haaheim. for the splendid 10b done in promoting activities for the general welfare of the school. •ottom DxireJ,LoSk,eM V • s Will,Row 2: T«d Colbum jerry Tom SMIma- Rob- -.cU Mu, Hume Row J: Tom Wendland. Howard Cammaci M keitoo. Row 4: biana DarnelRaoul S SSl bot Say. Dorn M r„ek, Tom Kaum„. Row S: Rolf S elland. Paul, troid. Kay UmwJ7. IhtcCf. WolTHarriet C 22 3 Cheerleaders CHEER LEADERS—Fir t Row: Shirley Hoit, Ann Bonny Ann Sullivon. Second Row; Diane Lockrcm, Judy Mamie, Barbara Heller. Barbara Tclandcr. Not Pictured: Arlyn Brobcg. Southwest may once again boast the best in cheerleaders. As in previous years, this Student Council sponsored group has put pep and bounce into the many hockey, football, and basketball games. These girls, led by captain, Barbara Heller, have been cheerful and exuberant whether the team was winning or losing. As a reward for the cheerleaders’ efforts and hard work, the Student Council is looking into the possibility of getting new uniforms for the girls. A committee, composed of Howie Cammack and two non-cheerleaders, was appointed to look into the problem. It is hoped that by next year, the Southwest cheerleaders will have uniforms as nice as those of any school. After two years of service, cheerleaders are awarded a letter, given in their senior year. Shirley Hoit received a letter and Barbara Heller a star, this year. Tryouts, which were held in May, found competent girls and boys to take the place of the graduation seniors, and it looks like the 53-54 squad will be extremely capable. Flag Twirlers The presence of flag twirlers highlighted many athletic events in 1952. Twirling at Southwest hasn’t been attempted since 1949. During the summer, several girls were having a social get together and during their conversation came upon the idea of renewing flag twirling. They spoke to Mr. Mendenhall and he willingly agreed to coach them. After practicing many long hours during the summer months, their thoughts turned to uniforms. Purple and white in the form of pedal pushers and sweaters was adopted. These they made themselves. After they graduate, the girls plan to give the uniforms to the school, in hopes that flag twirling will become a tradition at Southwest. FLAG TWIRLERS—Pint Row: Sandm LoScll, Sharon Sfromblad, Mary Clair Hcgcrlc, Jeanne A«tcll. Barbara Williams Diane Ca n. Second Row: Janet Forsberg. Donna Clifford. Rutn Engen, Donette Immel. Lynn LaMotte, Sandra Skinner, Diane Miller. [23J Silver Tri This year Silver Tri. composed of freshmen and sophomore sirls and their advisor. Mrs. Haaland. did a bit of experimenting. Because of the large enrollment the group split into four chapters, each chapter having thirty members. The year was a big success with such social events as a picnic at Lyman Lodge, a fashion show with girls from Silver Tri modeling, and a recognition dinner. This latter was held at Southwest and its purpose was to honor old and new members and to acquaint the new members with the organization. In the early spring a panel to discuss dating problems was formed for one of the meetings. The panelists, who were two boys from each Southwest class, made a big hit and gave the girls much to talk about. To raise money. Silver Tri sponsored two dances: the Valentine dance with the help of the Hi-Y. and a Freshmen-Sophomore frolic. The officers. President. Barbara Telander; Vice President. Maxine Reynolds; Secretary. Sue Scott: Treasurer. Sandy Prieve. did a wonderful job in keeping the organization going and in helping the members have such wonderful times together that they agree it was the grandest year ever. Bottom Row: Mary McArthur. Sybil Blumenson Donna Trucker, Judy Olion, Rosemary Plummer. Kathy Miller, Maxine Lononcn, Sandra Bamc. Row 2: Phyllis Ramey, Karen Carpenter. Patty Band. Karen Bonhut Polly Jobes Barbara Andcrion, Karen Russell, Birdie MacDonald, Sue Scott. Sharon Stromblad. Row J: Betty Bittner, Joyce Wciby, Diane Miller. Kay Wilson, Sally Goodman. Mama Williamson, Beverly Larson Dorothy Miller Deanna Hermann. Diane Lockrcm. Row 4: Ruth En0en, Donna Kmjiley, Kristm Okedund, Diane Miller. Joan Pastor, Lynn LaMotte. Katrn Pratt, Mary Humes. Ardii Mueller, Marcia Kamprath, Yvonne Malloy. Row S: Lois Hokanson. Arlene Wittkc, Dorothy Hc berger, Jill Peabody. Barbara Best. Ann Thrclfall. Connie Towers, Trudy 8rookc, Shirley Van Stecnwyk, Sonja Honiey. Bottom Row: Barbara Andenon. Diane Cain, Idelle Bruer, Janet Hurley. Brenda Parkinson, Adellc Dowidat. Carol Thompson Vicki Blackmorc, Judy Brynjelson. Row 2: Donna Enje. Nancy Bauman, Sharon Larson, Shirley Caverly. Nancy Erstad, Barbara Telander, Marilyn Beckman, Sue Enckton. Delores Johnson. Janice Thompson. Row J: Mary Mills, Sand'a Bender. 8ettv B’aulman. Barbara Williams. Jeanne A«tell. Nancy Carney. Marca Crosby, Janice Richardson, Sharon Sorenson, Sandra Lamb. Row 4: Susan Sinclair, Barbara Budon, Mane Newell, Alice DuBod. Barbara Brooke. Betty Bolstad. Sandra Skmncr, EUoa Lennins. Janet Fotiberj, Row 5: Ssndra LaSell, Donna Clifford Karen Ba'ette, Connie Herioj. Carolyn C an dall, Karin Johnton, Maxine Reynolds. Carole Krcidlcr, Barbara K'Cidler, Shirley Ve$uier. Jo Ellsworth. C24D Blue Tri Turn over a new leaf and join' was the Blue Tri membership slogan for 1952 53. This active organization is part of the Young Women's Christian Association and has clubs in every city high school Through Blue Tri every junior and senior girl has an opportunity to serve her school and community. Mrs. Alice Skinner of the YWCA and Miss Mary Lou Walkup, our librarian, advisors, helped the girls plan a variety of activities beginning with a football refresher, which featured John Donnelly and John Hamilton as speakers. A Christmas tea brought in money to help a needy family have a more enjoyable holiday season. Three of the most successful social projects were the bowling party followed by a spaghetti dinner, a progressive dinner which consisted of fou courses, and a joint picnic with Washburn Hi-Y. A spring style show presented by Daytons and managed by Kay Umheofer gave the girls a preview of spring fashions. The traditional Senior Farewell which was held at Lyman Lodge was packed full of fun and entertainment. The members and their president. Margie Swanson, feel they experienced a very successful year. BLUE TRI CABINET—Bottom Row: Nancy Vanartdall Judy Nelson, Ann Bonhut. Ma'3' Swanson. Ihlecn Wold. Row 2: Sharon Hall, Judy Alford. Norm® CHt Nancy VarHerck . Row 3: Susan Robinson, Pat Hail, Paula Ewald. Sue W-ion. Alice Ber lamin. Bottom Row: Cjrjl Coldor, Patti Hall. Mari carol Bint, Barbara Heller. Janet Sirplesa Priscilla Blanch, Judy Peabody, Sharon Hall. Barbara Anderson, Jean Lauton. Judy Nelson, Judy Mamie. Garnet Lee. Row 2: Janet Ersin, Barbara Hal), Judy Alford, Carol Ovcby. Marilyn Chnst'e. Evelyn John-ton, Judy Pratt, Judy Payton, Janet Thomas, Marion Gottlieb. Lynn Isaacson, Corol BeiritCin, Joyce Arrenhol . Joanne Olson Marian Nye. Row J: Karen Howard, Ba'baia Johnson Nancy Chrittianien, Karen Lundblad, Marjorie Swanton. Rosetta Lilienquist. Marcia Burrill, Sandra Bayerle. Sandra Hammer. Dona Ordal Sally Schwerti Janet Kay Mikelson Barbara Olttad Gail Johnson. Row 4: Sue Wilson Nancy van Hcrckc. Gail White. Nancy Burrill. Marly Erickson. Sondra Bielland. Janet Reed. Evelyn Scheftel. Lois B.shop, Janet Wesley. Nancy KnauH. Row S: Sue Robinson, FloreJIe M.ller, Patty Aanet, Eleanor Sanbcrg, Diana Daniel. Catherine Hamlin. Janet Mott, Mary Lou Arnott. Mary Machula. Harriet Bcrgcson, Ihleen Wold. Lynn Carroll. Ann Morgan. Ann Bonhm Alice Benjamin, Paula Ewald. C25D Hl-y CABINET—Bottom Row: Stott , chert, Johnson, Wooldridge. Uuebwy. Kneen. °w J; Sudcrbcrg, ■ .ointiion Hi-Y Southwest takes great pride in its active Hi-Y, which is sponsored by the y.M.C.A. and advised by Mr. Pearson and Mr. Warner. The boys are governed by an all-school Hi-Y Cabinet. This year the Cabinets were: Presidents, John Donnelly and David Bowers: Vice-Presidents. John Hamilton and Ken Rykken; Secretary, Alan Robinson; Treasurers, Van Johnson and Bob Suder-berg. Hi-Y takes part in the organization For Other Boys for which it raises money by carrying on scrap metal drives and other service projects. The social calendar for the 1952-53 season included such events as sleigh rides, a Valentine Dance, and an Easter Sunday Breakfast. left—Bottom Row; Bartee White. Noblr Oregni. Donnelly .Row 2: Collin Mawk.n . Heir! Moore Row 1: Terp Jer en Vanar dall Row 4: Macgowan, Re.chert. Hamilton, D.eti, ALPHA—Upper right—Bottom Row; W.I on, Core. Cotcio, Drilling. Stott . Row 2: Lender. Trucker. MacNamara. Edward . Thompion. Row J: Scnn Kitchic. Vaill, Robmton, Sudcrbcrg. TORCH—Lower left—Bottom Row; Groet.ngcr, Reichert. Rovce, Butler. Kno«, Decker. Row 2: Ireland. Ehrlich Andrew . Pcter on. Borchert. Mart.n Row J: Ralph}, Kaufman, Drew, Scribner Newell, Gdudcttc. Row 4: Burke, Ludwig, Low'd Coppage. Turr tt n. Shaw. ®ETA—Lower right—Bottom Row; Martin. Katr Devoy, Kneen. Row 2: Manthey, Kampa. Krcmer . Jonc Nelton. Row 3: Witta, Bond. Either. Kneen. Row 4: Duibu'y, McNeal Wooldridge, Chrane, John on. E 26 ] PARO—Upper Bower , 0 on. G. A. A. G.A.A., the largest active organization in Southwest. started the year with a bang by having a volley ball tournament which began early in September and finished October 20. More than one hundred and fifty girls participated and the competition was extremely keen. Diligent practice by the swimming team paid off. as they were victorious in the city preliminary interscholastic meet. Some of the outstanding swimmers were Ann Sullivan, Barbara Gratton. Alice Benjamin, and Patti Hall. A highlight for many of the girls was the coming of the golf season and the three golf professionals who came to Southwest to teach them some valued techniques. The golf team, captained by Judy Peabody. had a wonderful year. The girls were pretty green when the season began, but midway they looked like a troupe of professionals. The annual badminton tournament featured Sue Scott. Elaine Dyste. Jane Bosch, and Phyllis Rainey as finalists. The girls work under an extreme handicap, because of our lack of gym space, and are to be congratulated on their athletic achievements. Mrs. Elinor Baylon, director of the group, is to be given a hand for her excellent athletic teams and the individual instruction she gives to the members of the Girls Athletic Association. bottom Row: Margie S-antO Ann Sullivan. Jl ond (to« M-i. Borian. Mi Nclion. Joey Tra-nor. Saftdfa Sk.rn . Swimming Record Qualifying Meet Barbara Gratton—first in diving Ann Sullivan—second in diving Alice Benjamin—first in breast stroke, first in 50-yard free style Ann Sullivan and Patti Hall—form swimming Barbara Gratton. Ann Sullivan, Patti Hall. Alice Benjamin—relays Finals Ann Sullivan—first, form swimming Alice Benjamin—second, breast stroke GOLF TEAM: Judy Mamie. Carol Overby. Joanne Olion, Sally Janet Mikelyon Judy Nel on, Judy Peabody Schwjrti Eleanor Sonbcr? Alice Beniamin, leilie Scott, Lynn Carroll, SWIMMING TEAM: Patty Hall, Ann Sullivan, Alice Beniamin, [27] FRESHMEN CLUB ONE—Row I: Hurley. Carpenter. Bruer Blackmorc Engc. Edward . Row 2: Mill , Dysthe. Bauman, lanon 8ryngelton. Row 3: Kati. Nicolle. Traver. Braufman. Row 4: Entad. Evani, Du-Boi . Brooke. Pricve. Row S: Barette. Peabody. Wittkc, Henog. Me Intyre. Scnedin. FRESHMEN CLUB THREE—Row I: Blumenjon, Rand, Rainey. Bittner. Gtimlty. Row 2: Olton, Bonneville. Trucker. MeArthuf, Bonhu Row 3: Rutted. Miller. Andenon, Scott. Jobrt. Row 4: Beit Humet. Loomn. Pratt. Pattor, McDonald. SOPHOMORE CLUB ONE—Row I: Hegcrle. Oowidot. A.cher. Good man, Williantoo. Row 2: Klcinc. McGann Mueller, Marth, Beckman. Er.ckton. Row 3: Carton Okcrlgnd, Walter . Kmgtley. Engcn. Row 4: Clatton, Hallin. Divine, Miller Malmitedt, Reynold . SOPHOMORE CLUB THREE—Bottom Row: Soukup, W.ll.amt. Walton. Thompton Row 2: Thompson, John ton, McDonald. Stewart Row 3: Mcguiar, Towe't. Johnton. Kricdlcr. FRESHMAN CLUB 2—Row I: Arvidton, Pcndergatt Beck, Larton. Row 2: Drew Hollenbeck. Andtea en. Ste y. Keller. Row 3: Marth. W.ntcrburn. Blomj'en. Weincc'ger. Row 4: Janton, Itcnberg, Collint, Carlton. Muettel Chevie Row S: Felder. K eidlcr, Brock Edmond, Rouiteau, Newell. Hetrick FRESHMAN CLUB 4—Row |; Thoma . Plummer. Giano . Holcomb. Row 2: Sembla, Dartt. Caverly. Sweeney. Row 3: R. Oi on. Botch. Wing. Caverly. SOPHOMORE CLUB TWO—Bottom Row; LaVo.e. St'omblod. Cam. Braden. Andcrton. Row 2: Tclonder. Sorcnton. McKee Lockrcm. Wil-liami, Lei none n. Row 3: LaSall, CaMottc. Aitell, Carney. Bolttad. SOPHOMORE CLUB FOUR—Bottom Row: Cable. LaVoie. Pear on, Parkinton, Woodmark. Row 2: Girard. Sinclair. Led. 8urton. Jonct, Row 3: B. Smith. C'Otby, Richardton D. Miller. McKee Row 4: Malloy, Hcibcrger, Hokanton, Cavcll, Threfall. Row S: Han on. Johnton. Crandal. Edlworth, Honton. Hor.tey. Active Activities JUNIOR COUNCIL—Seated: Joanne Olson. Paula E ald, Karen Howard. Row 2: Leonard Kampo, Larry Brown. George Fisher. Tom MacDonald. Sandra 8jclland. DEBATE—Row I: Mai on Gottlieb. Barbara Burton. Idcllc Bruer. Sandra Pnewe, Lou Bilhop. Mr. Inglcbrct. Lynn McGann. Row 2: Richard Peter son. Tom Methbesher, Andre Cadieui. Bob Olion. The junior council has planned many class activities throughout the year which have added to the success and enjoyment of the class. A highlight of the year was the election of officers. A fall party set spirits off to a good start. The spring party featured folic, square, and social dancing. The lunior class officers helped in planning the JUNIOR-SENIOR PROM. This year's debate team, with Mr. Inglcbrct coaching. was the largest they have ever had. It consists of fifteen debaters who completed against teams in Duluth, Saint Cloud. Eau Claire. Macalester and Concordia Colleges, Mankato, and Northfield. The team took part in 106 debates. The team took part in the region debates and walked off with second place. Members from each homeroom compose the Junior Red Cross Organization whose main job is to raise money for the annual Red Cross Drive. This year the grand total of $171 was collected. Titian. a movie showing the life of Michelangelo, was presented as a reward to the student body for their fine cooperation. Every homeroom was given two boxes which they filled for the needy children in European Schools. Parlez-vous-francais?' That, of course, is Greek, rather French, to most of us. But the members of Entre Nous. Southwest's French Club, know very well that it means, 'Do you speak French?' Every month the members gather at one another's homes speaking French and planning future activities such as a Christmas tea. the viewing of French slides and the playing of French games. RED CROSS—Bottom Row: Haugc. Johnson, Grimes, Scott. Mikclton. Senn, Row 2: Lundbiad, Schmidt. Edwards, Bru«i Braden Row J: Miss Williams, Winebrennev licnberg. Erick-son Wiliiams, Mu. Graoy. Row : Lew.s, Torkeison. Newell, Bielland, Scott. Row 5: Miller, Miller, Aanes. Lewis. Nelson, Ost. Row 4; Kaufman. Wjmt. Leatherman, Jones Edwafds. Top Row: Wooldridge, Duibgry, Blumer. Olson, MacNamara Print. FRENCH CLUB—Row I: Haley. Gass, Sanders Fleming. Me-li, Goodman. Thomas. Row 2: M. s Nelson. Erstad Pratt, Telander St-omblad, Gottleb, Cam. Row J: Sc’wartz, Nicolle. Miller. Perrin, Lewis, McKee. Anderson, Row 4: Williams Choui-nard, Lewu Zell. Peterson. Barnes Lockrem Row 5: Ost. England Nye. Okerlund, Hokanson Waiters. Semple. Row 4: Bttkjamia Htlflfcn, Stempl, Hanson, M Engen, Williams, Ost E 29 ] V.A.C.—8ottom Row: Bob Monthcy. Bill Branham, Mr. Paul Wohlford. Mike Stephan. Mark Nodelman. Row 2: Bill Erler. Jim Trucker. Robert McCleod 8ob Christianson. John Wilson. Row 3: Ed Gose. Paul Kattcr, George Wooldridge. John MaeGowon, Oick Green, Row 4: Dave Alberti, Oove Wiitrand. Richard Peterson, Stuart McCleod, Edward Nicholson. OFFICE HELP—Sitting: Lynn Issacson. Marian Thielgej, Nancy Vanars-dall. Standing: Nancy Carney. Shoron Hall, Carol Bcirstcin. HALL GUARDS—Bottom Row: Wayne VanderVort. John Hamilton, Larry Johnson. John Reichert. Row 2: Tom Kastmir, George Terp, Paul Kunert. STAGE CREW—8ottom Row: Jim Becker, Gary 8lumcr. Row 2: Jim Davenport, Larry Stotts. Mr. Gregory. Row 3: Allan Futbor. Jim Kelly, Noel Barstad, Tom Wcndland. LIBRARY HELPERS—Sitting: Nancy Burrill, Joanne Classon. Standing: Ardis Mueller, Al Licktcig, Miss Walkup. Judy Payton. Florellc Miller. Lois Bishop, Mrs. Nagel. LUNCHROOM MONITORS—Bottom Row; Oianc Millc-. Barbara Hall. Joanne Olson, Ruth Engen. Row 2: Mr Pearson Harry oung. John New kirk. Lany Stotts. Mr. Paul Wohlford. Row 3: Alan McGee. Alan Robinson, Tom Green, Tom Hall. Service Organizations To the following we take off our hats and give a word of thanks: The V.A.C. boys and their advisor. Mr. Paul Wohl-ford, for the announcements and movies. The Stage Crew, for the Class Play. Spring Review, and auditorium programs. The girls in the office who answer the switchboard, deliver notices, and sort mail. The library assistants who help make the library a more orderly and efficient place. The hall and lunch-room monitors who are on duty during both lunches. C30D ATHLETIC BOARD—Row I: Mf. Holley Tom Hall. Peter Pa$$oH How.e Cammack. Mr. C. Wohlfoid Jim Bittner John Donnelly. Tom Weinberger. Row 2: Tom Kattmir, John Hamilton. Tom Green. John Reichert. David Bower . Row 2: Mr. P. Wohlford Mr Adam. Mr Pederten. M-. Sull.van. The Athletic Board S Club The Athletic Board is composed of the coaches and captains of the various sports, the faculty manager, equipment manager, and the school principal. The board, with Mr. Halley as chairman, is designed to discuss and supervise all athletic regulations. The coaches recommend those boys who are qualified for an S. The names are brought before the board where the eligibility of the recommended boys is ruled. The S' Club is made up of all the boys who have received their letter in one of the various athletic sports at Southwest. The purpose of the club is to encourage boys to participate in athletics; to advertise athletic contests; to create good fellowship among letter winners; and to help sponsor an athletic banquet each semester. The fall athletic banquet featured Francis (Pug) Lund, former All American football player. At the spring banquet, John Mariucci, University of Minnesota Hockey Coach, spoke to the group.  CLU8—Rcw I: Tom Weinberso. mW.9a„ ..v-a.u yammoc . om nostmir j0nn Donnelly. Jim Bittner Bob Anrt mi m c....... Row 2: Jerry McNcal John Newkirk. Tom Hall Bill Borovjky Bob Chrntcnton. Tom Striker. MCrv Meredith Don Armstrong Row 3- Poul S|(!ncrt' Gary Blumer Eddie Bader. Van Johnion David Bowen. John Reichert. Dove Remington. Don Popovich Row 4• i.-,-. Kneen Donald KfttejjS’S' fSS. fe,P- JaC R° 5: 8015 0,Cl funt- W°abyne C 31 1 The Music Department Choral Club Girls' Glee Club This mixed musical group, mostly composed of freshmen, is primarily interested in learning the fundamentals of choral singing. It sang carols in the Christmas Concert sponsored by the Music Department. The Choral Club joined with the Band in the Spring to present a light Concert. The Girls Glee Club, a renewed organization, specializes in advanced vocal training for girls. Directed by Mr. O. B. Dahle. it has sung at several school functions, including the Thanksgiving and Christmas programs. The colorful selections they have presented have been enjoyed by all. CHORAL CLUB—Bottom Row: Cavcrly. Keller, Holcomb. Sweeney. Loom. . Carpenter. Olson, Drew. Rend Plummer. Edwards. Ramey. Larson, Trucker, Blomgren. Andrcatcn. Pendergest. Dertt. Traver. Isenberg, Gienos, Arvidson. Enge. Row 2: Bender. N.colic, Carlson. Dysthe. Pastor, McGrortv Svong Larsen Meyer. Noodelmen Weimer. Ireland. Johnson, McG egor, Graf. Brownell, Mills, Bauman, Winebrenner. Miller Jobes. Weinberger. Marsh. Row J: Herrick. Pratt Barettc. Kati. OuBo.s, Fillmore. Peterson. Wc thlcy Earlich. St.llman. Dolan, Kilby Butler. B'aufman. Sembla, Larson, Bonhus Hurley. Bittner. Row 4: Pastor, Peabody. Collins. Edmond. McIntyre Gunderson. Orfield. Newell. Hageman Drilling Dowidat, Stebb ns. Danielson Bo-chert. Hanson, Erstad Chav.e, Schmidt Hollenbeck. McArthur. Biackmore. Bryngdson. Row 5: Hicks Olton, Krcidler Bosch, Beaver. Clapo. Bjellond, Andrews. Sc'ibncr, Koontr. O’Donnel' Guiley. Drew, Ralphs, Humes. Muctiel, Wittkc Wing. Row 4: Prins, Ris'cr Spcctor. Huttner, Meili, Lessard. Blcyhl Rykkcn, Coppagc. Newell. Evans. Row 7: Colby. Wackerbarth. Meshbesner. Williamson Miller. Gose. Pearson. Moore, Shaw, Myers. GIRLS' GLEE CLUB—Row I: Lies. Le nonen Cable. VanSteenwyk MeguV. El's-orth, Hcger'e. Dow,oat. Row 2: B. McDonald. Russell Scott B. Anderson. K. A-de son S icla '. Row 1: Attcll, Sorenson. LaSeil. B'ookt. M. McDonald Gaias'ey. Row 4: Merrick Kmgsley. G-ard Heibe gc Malloy, Walters Row S: Nelson, Kreidler Towers Bolstad Butz, Schedin, Row Sis: Clifford, Forsberg, Thielfall, Divine, Stromblad Row 7: Janovcc McAuley. Stempf, Paul. C32] BAND—Bottom Row: IdeHe B'uei J«nic Bonncv-Uc. A I p« Wlttke. Jeo ’ Lduion. Jan,e« Thompion. Barbara William . Row 2: Mr Mudlnk«H, Do'o'ct Wifttcrbum. Marian Gottlieb. Mama William on, Carol Thompton Carol Aloert Judy Scbmldt, Kathy Miller. Bob Gxxxmgc' Row J: Robert Metr. Sandra Prieve, David Starkey Pete Rmftrud, Jim Foy. John Choumard. Dale Sibcmagel, Jim Lewi . Ron Baiter, Harold Koenig, Charles Knot, Terry Burke, Tom Wendland. Gary Roam John Clark Row 4: Gary Blgmer T'oms Edward John Holmgren, Arthur Braufman. Al Fu’bcr Wayne Harri Don A'rmtronj. Bob Stce'e Row 5: Mike Cofoo. Bob Suderbu'S. Bob B'adlhaw. B'uce Chr ne. Paul Otman Bob Birch. Pete Valll, Bob Mack. Jim Knecn. ORCHESTRA—Bottom Row: Catherine Hamlin. Mary Routscau. Barbara Belt. Idelle Inti, Sybil Blumcnson. Rosalmd Steffy. Ca ol Harvey. John Sc pke Jean McM-llan Jim Compton. Paul Peaerton. Dick Fo ter. Barbara Felder Trudy Broek Tony Tarrittin. Row 2: Mr. Dahlc Gary Blumer. Don Arm Strong, Marian Gottlieb Tom Wendland. Row J: Pete V .; M.ke Co oo. Bob Sudcrberj Band Orchestra Under the direction of Mr. Mendenhall, the Southwest band has increased to over fifty members. The year's activities included the annual band concert and the Lake Harriet concert. The band played at all the home football games and at one of the basketball games at the auditorium. The orchestra played for several school activities under the direction of Mr. Dahle. Among them were the class play, and the Thanksgiving auditorium. The string section of the group furnished after dinner music for the P.T.A. open house and for the State Music Director's Association. C33] Choir President .......... Vice President. Secretary .......... Treasurer .......... Business Manascr. Sergeants-at-arm OFFICERS .......................Larry Miller .. ...............John MaeGowen ...............Marjorie Swanson ..... .............. Diana Daniel .................Bob Christianson .......Judy Alford. Tom McDonald The Southwest a cappclla choir, under the direction of Mr. O. B. Dahle, has upheld its reputation as an outstanding choral group. by presenting many excellent and enjoyable concerts throughout the year. The year began with a Thanksgiving program, and during the holiday season the TV cameras reflected the choir as they sang the Song of Christmas. which was also the highlight of the annual Christmas program. Later in the year, a concert was given for the Edina business men, and much hard work was put toward the Elijah. The sponsoring of a dance and carnival helped pay for the memorable and exciting spring concert tour to Chicago. The choir was enthusiastically accepted in Chicago and Lake Forest, Illinois, and in Hammond and Gary. Indiana. They also enjoyed some interesting educational tours between concerts. The choir presented its annual Spring Concert, took part in the Spring Revue. Nautical But Nice, and sang for the Kiwanis Club. This year was concluded by singing in the community program at Lake Harriet Pavilion, and the Senior s Baccalaureate program. Mr. Dahle's outstanding work has helped in developing a choir which has done so much to gain recognition for Southwest High School. Bottom Row: Peabody Nelson, Pratt Bamc Sanders, Aanes, Machula. Wold. 8-oberg Christie. Knauff, Sanberg. Second Row: Anderson, Ers.n, Parkinson, Pearson, Lockrem, Lee. 8lixt. Telander, Lind. Blanch, Wilson, Gass. Sullivan, Smith. Alford. 8raden, Jones. Lamb. Sirplcss. Ersin, Third Row: Mr. Dahle. Robinson, Hoit. McGann Umhocfer, Baycrle, Scott. Crosby. Grimes, Moeller, Johnson, Russell, Bay. Hanson Swanson, Crandall. LaMottc. Richardson. Mott. Morgan. Reynolds. Fourth Row: Brown, Hamlin, Carlson. Christianson, Coscio, Sonderegger, Armstrong Chouinard. Granqoist. Wilson. Ewald. Halim, Malmstcd, Beckman. Daniel. Cavcrly. Bergeson. Kamprath, Hokanson Mikclson. williams. Top Row; Miller. McGowan Stanchfield, Pivec Zell, McLeod Bond, Clarity, Noble. Baxter, Barnes, Schipkc, Clark, McDonald 8ader, Alberts. Johnson, Same, youngdahl. Wilson, Anderson. C3T3 Choir Notes Testing the goodies. Dandy Dart Game! Ooooohh, the pam!!!! Telegram? Collaborating with the air waves. Don't be stingy with the salt Laughing La:ry and Merry Marilyn. Balloon blower-uppers!! He’s enough to scare anyone! ATTENDANTS Judy Alford Sharon Hall Karen Lundblad Homecoming Highlights QUEEN SALLY SCHWARTZ October 17. 1952. dawned crisp and clear, and with it came Southwest's Homecoming. The coronation ceremonies and program were attended by many alumni and held in the auditorium. Amid the cheers and excitement. Sally Schwartz was crowned queen, her attendants being Judy Alford. Karen Lundblad. and Sharon Hall. The auditorium prosram. emcee d by Janet Kay Mikelson, Marilyn Christie. Tom Dietz, and Larry Stotts, was a huge success. Dances, skits, and musi- cal numbers were presented in a colorful way. The grand march from the auditorium by Queen Sally and her attendants was a thrilling sight. The evening festivities at the parade stadium included a half-time ceremony with a variety of attractions. With its fine presentation by the proud students, this was a successful homecoming that brought back memorable days to the happy alumni. Hotlips Hcolahan Janet Mikclson Tom Dietz 'Cecilia!!' Carol Overby John Reichert Royalty and her escort Gloworm 'The Lollipop Song Sally Schwartz Larry Miller Karen Lundblad Fred Lorens Judy Alford Dave Bowers Sharon Hall Tom Green ' Poor Wittle Worm Marilyn Christie Larry Stotts Just got in from the farm 'Garden in the Rain 'Spike Jones?? Our Miss Brooks First How Seated: Barbara Hall. Harriet Bergeson. Carol Overby Lynn Carroll. Cay Hamlin, Second Bow Standing: Mar-carol Blurt. Eleanor San berg. Bob Olson. John Hamilton. Judy Alford. Larry Stotts. Judy Peabody Third Row Standing: Jay Dregni. Tom Diet . Larry Johnson, Oarrcl Dugdele, Jerry Zell, Alan Robinson. Bob Birch. John Reichert. Robert Mack. Mary Lou Amott. Horellc Miller, Barbara Olstad. SENIOR CLASS PLAY Excited students, overwrought teachers, and basketball players composed the hilarious comedy. Our Miss Brooks. The play was presented on December 4 and 5 to a packed audience. Our Miss Brooks, a take-off on the radio script, depicts school-life in its amusing everyday form. The plot consists of the trials and tribulations that students and teachers encounter while trying to cast a senior class play. The main characters are: Miss Brooks, a teacher; Mr. Wadsworth, the principal: Hugo, the coach; and Ted and Jane, senior students. As the curtain opens, we find Ted and Miss Brooks in the midst of a torrid discussion, during the course of which the latter discovers she is to coach the class play. The situations resulting from this discovery provide two hours filled with laughter and teen-age experiences. The play, which is characteristic of school life, was a tremendous success, and Mrs. Boylan, our director, is to be congratulated on her fine work. First Row Seated: Shirley Ho-t. Nancy Sparks, Nancy Christiansen Sue Robinson. Second Row Standing: Maricarol Bint, Barbara Heller. Gail White Jerry Zell. Fred Lorens Sally Schwarti Ana Bonhus, Bob Olson. Rolf Brothen, Barbara Olstad, Priscilla Blanch Gwen Carlson. Third Row Standing: Oarrcl Ougdelc. Tom Dietz. Jay Drcgni, Larry Johnson. John Hamilton, John Reichert. Bob Birch. Robert Mack. C 38 3 Excerpts From the Play Now students! Oh, you silly little girl. This is acting? C39H I will not copy! You belong here, and I want you to stay, Too? Ah Choo! We. the people Colbu'nite Oh Johnnie Senior The 1953 senior class elections got off to a bang-up starting with the nomination of two candidates, Ted Colburn and John Reichert. The Teddies and Rilces' . as the respective parties were called, immediately held election rallies at the homes of Larry Stotts and Judy Nelson. Election ..0h Campaigning was done on Tk.-decorating of the lunchroom v. -until Friday morning. Then exciteme the vigorous two hour campaic- 1 of the skits, songs, speeches, ana c John Reichert was elected Presicc : Vant tome? . Vote T-T Ted ' i i Lye Soap v noon, but completed •an high as oegan. Out :-al hub-bub, Men of Note Junior talent Couples at the JS. We. can boast of many unusual and interesting auditorium programs this year. Featured were: the Minneapolis Fire Deportment illustrating new equipment used for fire o-even-tion; Mr. Leo Lanio. from the United Nations Organization: a scientific demonstration by repre- Wnat's coolcin? Let's eat! Smoke gets in your eyes. sentatives of General Motors: the picturesque movie, Titian. the story of Michelangelo ; numerous juniors showing their many talents in an auditorium: the tremendous climax, Nautical But Nice, featuring soloists and the Men of Note. Camera Clicks At Work Shakespeare can be fun and this eleventh grade English class is proving it. Putting records on the player are Dick Zell, Carol Lewis, Norma Ost, and Joyce Peterson. This picture might well be called Wagi worries'' as Ann Morgan, Donna Ordahl, and Mary Machula are busily typing copy so the Annual can go to press. If you want to learn to type, Miss Holmberg is the one to teach you. Here we see Nancy Van Herke and Pat Caverly diligently pounding away at the keys. A vision of endurance is this picture of Pat Aanes, Lois Bishop, and Florelle Miller. These girls are members of Miss Brinley’s archery class. The fall elections provided much excitement here at Southwest in the form of a mock presidential election, sponsored by the Modern IH2] and Play Problems classes. Eisenhower was the victor and the student body had a riot electing him. We have many talented people in the field of art and their talent is greatly brought out by Mrs. Hastings. Here she and Phyllis VanderVort and Nancy Braden are chatting. The Girls' Glee Club had a very new addition this year—a beautiful harp and a tremendous harpist. Diane Miller. The girls gather around the harp for a picture, and by the way, Mr. Dahle shot this picture. Chemistry, a chosen senior subject, makes many a scientist out of a budding protege. Mr. Pearson seems to be explaining something to Janet Reed and from the looks of things it might be a bit difficult. The seniors from Mrs. Boylan’s English classes had a difficult, but enjoyable term project. They each had to prepare and report on a world problem. It looks like Harry Young has the attention of all and a good grade is almost guaranteed. Athletics The Gridsters Seated: Tom Kaumir, Oon Berg John Hamilton. Dick Burnt, Bob Chmtionton, Torn Holt. Jonn Donnelly. Jim Fallow. George Terp. John Newkirk, Paul Kuncrt. Second Row: Coach Jerry Sullivan, Leo Johnton kuiicl Oitrum Jim Thomat. Jim Kncen, Wa ne Vandervort. Charlct Henry, Jack Crimmim. John MacGowon. Larry Brown. Leonard Kampa Mov Meredith, Ed Bader. Coach Bill Adam Third Row; Mel Andrew Mark Stearnj, George Noble. Alon S«hmucker, Fred Warne, Harry young Dick Hall. Jack Thomai, Bob Birch, Bruce Chrane. Don Berg Bob Birch Dick Bruns Bob Christenson Jack Crimmins John Donnelly Jim Fallow Dick Hall Tom Hall John Hamilton Harry LETTERMEN Leo Johnson Leonard Kampa Tom Kassmir Paul Kunert Merv Meredith John Newkirk William Olson Mark Stearns George Terp Wayne VanderVort Young sw FOOTBALL RECORD OPP. 13... . . . . Roosevelt .... 0 12 . ... ... Henry ...... .... 0 14 . . Washburn . . . ....14 22 . .. . . Marshall ... 6 0 .. Central .18 13... North 33 39 . . . Vocational ... .19 — — 113 90 GEORGE TERP, DON BERG. JIM FALLOW. JOHN HAMILTON. TOM KASSMIR. BOB BIRCH. OH to work7 Down, boy! And away we 90! Come to me, baby! An underrated Southwest squad, using spirit and determination to combat a lack of depth and size, finished fourth in the city league this year. In the opening game, the Indians, with long runs by Tom Kassmir, ran over Roosevelt 13-0. A week later under the lights at the parade stadium, the gridsters turned in one of their best games of the season by blanking a highly rated Henry squad 12-0. In their next contest. Southwest played a fired-up Washburn rival 14-14. Bouncing back hard, the gridsters spoiled Marshall’s Homecoming 26-6. In their next game the Indians, plagued by costly fumbles, suffered their first defeat to a strong Central team 0-18. In the following game, a well-balanced North squad handed a fighting Southwest team its second defeat 19-33. Finding themselves once again in the final game, the Indians showed superior strength as they romped over Vocational 39-19. Two of Southwest's outstanding players were awarded positions on the All-City Team. They were Tom Kassmir, who captured the title of high scorer in Minneapolis, and who will long be remembered on the Southwest gridiron for his thrilling runs: and Co-Captain John Hamilton, who proved himself at line backer and offensive end. Co-Captain John Donnelly and fullback Don Berg placed on the second All-City Team. Bob Birch showed superb punting, which many times pulled Southwest out of a tight spot. Coaches Jerry Sullivan and Bill Adam are to be congratulated on their fine work with the squad. left lo  h : Coacn 3 111 Adam. John Donnelly. Tom Diet . Larry Johnson, Captain John Reichert. Rob Sudcrbc'g. Leo Johnson. J,m Kneen. Mel Andrew . Bob Anderson. Not Pictured: Jay Drcgni. The Hoopsters Lack of height proved a handicap this year as the hoopsters claimed only two victories in city competition. The boys played hard ball from the beginning, winning a thriller from Henry and staging a terrific comeback to beat Edison. After those two victories the Indians seemed to hit a slump which stayed with them the rest of the season. Standouts on the team were John Hamilton, who was tenth in scoring in the city; Tom Dietz, whose last second free throws won the Henry game; Larry Johnson, who showed his left handed long shot accuracy in many a game; and Captain John Reichert for the fine leadership. Promising juniors include Mel Andrews. Leo Johnson, and Jim Kneen. who should give experience to next year's squad. A very talented group of freshmen and sophomore boys, headed by Dave Myers. Chuck Colby. Ron McCombs. Sherman Stanchfield, Paul Youngdahl. and Roger Olson should also be an asset in the coming years. I say. lei's nol go hog wild And now, folks, presenting a graceful ballet A solo by Hamilton Stampede!! There' a Ford in Your Future! SEASONAL RECORO SOUTHWEST 44 Washburn .. Opp. 51 SOUTHWEST ... ... 45 Vocational 57 SOUTHWEST .. 37 Henry 35 SOUTHWEST 45 West 59 SOUTHWEST. 34 Central ... 38 SOUTHWEST. 35 Roosevelt 66 SOUTHWEST. .. 50 Edison 4fc SOUTHWEST 46 North 61 SOUTHWEST .. 48 Marshall 53 SOUTHWEST ... 46 South ... .... 53 The B squad is made up of freshmen and sophomore boys who show promise in basketball. This team plays the B squads from other city high schools and by so doing gain experience in the sport. This year the squad, although winning only three of its ten games, showed potentiality in two freshmen boys, Chuck Colby and Dave Myers. These two players along with other freshmen and sophomore boys promise a well balanced team in the near future. Thanks should be given Mr. Strand for his work in preparing these boys for the varsity squad. Up please What the tcoop. Adam? TEAM: B.i Bo(ovt«v How. Cenmack. Me«v Mocd.th, Jack Tr o ai Paul Kuneit, Duke Thom , Eddie Bader. John Nc k.ri. D.ck Hall J«”V McGraw. Don Bc 9. Pete Pattolt. Coach Paul Wohlford. Howie the cat' Triple Threat Puck Pushers Wielding their clubs and taking to the ice. the pucksters once again showed their local dominance by winning both the City and the Twin City crowns. During the regular season only Roosevelt and Henry threatened the purple and white by tieing them in two thrilling hard-fought games. In the City play-offs, however, the blademen showed Championship style by out-skating Henry for the third consecutive City Title. 3-0. Meeting St. Paul Johnson for the Twin City Cham- C50] pionship. the pucksters pulled through with a close victory as wingman Duke Thomas tallied in the closing minute to record a 3-2 final score. In the State Tournament the Indians showed superior playing powers and it looked like a sure victory. However, mighty Eveleth once again, proved to be too strong and in the last period the game fell 2-1. Southwest was indeed proud when as a result of superb playmanship, co-captain Pete Passolt received State Honors. Nonchalant Newkiik Kool Kunert? 'Ay Round the Comer also placed on the All City team. Credit should be given to: our goalie and co-captain. Howie Cam-mack. who played heads up hockey in the nets throughout the year; Tom Hall, who convinced everyone that scrap and determination really pay off; Paul Kunert, who was a constant scoring threat; and Jack and Duke Thomas, both of whom were invaluable lettermen and who are returning next year. Mr. Paul Wohlford has every right to be extremely proud of his 1953 hockey team and Southwest has every right to be extremely proud of their wonderful coach. HOCKEy SCORES REGION 8 s.w. Opp. 3 Patrick Henry ... 3 0 Roosevelt .... .... C Twin City 4 Central .... 2 3 Johnson 2 3 Washburn .... 1 8 South . .... c STATE TOURNAMENT S Vocational .... 0 1 Evclcth 2 5 Edison ... . . c 3 St. Louis Park . 0 2 North I 1 Humboldt 3 3 Patrick Henry .... 3 H5I j Bill Mack. ud and away. Ton Green, look like it'i going to be good. Tankers Paced by co-captains Dave Bowers and Tom Green, the mermen enjoyed their most successful season in four years. Under the able guidance of Coach Rudy Pedersen, the tanksters finished second in the Pre-season Invitational Meet, second in the City Meet, seventh in the State Meet, and third in the final City Invitational. In dual meets the Indians won five out of eight, placing fourth in the city standings. Seniors Ed Nicholson, Tom Green, George Terp and Dave Bowers proved the dependable mainstays on this well balanced team. Juniors Don Ottenweller, Russ Ostrom. Van Johnson. Pete Sheehan and Bill Mack promise a top notch team in the coming year. They will be bolstered by freshman letter winner Tom Stillman and sophomore John Holmgren. S.W. Opp. 37 North 38 35 Washburn .... 40 46 Marshall . ... 29 60 South . ,. . . .... 15 49 West ... ... 26 46 Edison . . .... 29 54 Vocational .... 23 32 Roosevelt . . 43 CITY: Second place STATE: Seventh place Front Row; Mr. Pedersen John Holmgren George Noble. Tom St.liman. Bill Mack. Second Row: Don Ottenweller. Dave Bower . Tom Green, George Tcrp. Brgcc Crane. Third Row: Gary Sander . Pete Sheehan. Russell Ostrum. Ed Nicholvon. Van Johnson, Bob Chri tian on. C 52 3 Homers The Southwest Indian Batsmen had a well balanced team this year and completed a fairly good season. Returning lettermen include Tom Dietz, John Hamilton. Bob Birch, Larry Johnson. Tom Hall, and Jim Kneen. Captain Bob Birch lead the Indians, taking charge of the mound duties and center field. The team, coached by Bill Adam, play Roosevelt. Central. Washburn, and West twice for an eight-game schedule. S.W. 2 .. 5 .. I .. 7 .. 3 .. 3 .. BASEBALL—SEASON RECORD ..... Roosevelt . ..... Central............... ... Washburn ............ West Roosevelt ..... . Central .. Opp. 3 . 6 2 4 .. I . 5 Doublehcadcr St  kcr. Moll, and Hamilton. Homer jn 7 BASEBALL—Bottom Row: Don Ireland. Jim Kneen Bob Christianson, John TeacHworth. Keith Scnn, John Hamilton. Bob Birch. Larry Johnson, Tom Dicti, Poul Thompson, Tom Striker, Tom Hall. Wayne Witte, George Noble. Second Row: Mr. Adam. Bob B'andshaw. Wayne Peterson, Ken Williamson, Eric Sundberg, Einer Svank. Buriy LaVcne, Jim Hawkins, Scott Kneen, John Drilling. Bill Witta, John Kelson, Rodger Rovack. C53] Harriers Year in and year out Southwest, under veteran mentor Al Halley, places near the top in cross country running. This year proved no exception as the harriers turned in a perfect season, winning all dual meets and topping it off by capturing both city and state championships. From the first day out. the thinclads set a goal and never altered their course. Traveling to Duluth at midseason, the Indians, amidst wind and snow, ran to victory over Duluth Central. Placing four runners in the top five, the harriers swept the city meet, dethroning past champion Roosevelt. Reaching the summit at last, they ran on to state championship honors to finish an undefeated season. Starting stance Happy Harriers Miter McNeal CROSS COUNTRY — SEASON RECORD s.w. Opp. 20 Roosevelt 40 20 . Henry 41 20 South 36 26 West 39 20 St. James ........ 46 Won Duluth Invitational Won City Chompionsh.p Won State Championship CROSS COUNTRY ow  : Morgan Clarity, Dave Remington Don A matron Borovsky. Ro 2: oeorje Fisher. Calv.n W.se. Mike Cotcio Peter Vaill 0 ck Ro J: Wayne Peterson. Tony Tgrrittin. Gary Sander. Howie Cammack. Bill §. John Reichert. Larry Jonnson. Jerry McNeal. Jim Bittner, Bill Du bury, Wayne Hams. Dave Moore. Ted Colburn, Mr. Halley. Shaw, Jack Prins, Ernest Frit , Gory Roam. Pacemakers The 1953 Southwest Track Squad, although lacking in potential, made up for this drawback with hard work and enthusiasm. Not once did this group of boys, led by Captain Tom Kassmir, take the field expecting defeat and more often than not they surprised their competitors with a remarkable performance. With such standouts as Tom Kassmir and Don Popovich in the dashes, Jerry McNeal in the mile and Skeets Berg in the pole vault, this year's team placed well in all of their meets. TRACK—SEASON’S RECORD S.W. Opp. 64 . .. Washburn 49 76 ... Central . . .......... 37 Second place in Carieton Meet. Won Southwest Relays. Won City Relays. Third place City Meet. Kassmir captures Fountain ot Youth TRACK—Bottom Row: Don A mstrong Morgan Clarity. Ralph Thomas, Don Popovich Bob Sudetberg, Don Berg, Dick Bruns John Donnelly. Tom Kassmir, Jerry McNcal. Merv Meredith, Frank Drew. Second Row: John Reichert, Bill Nelson. Dick Duxbury, Dave Myers Chuck Henry, Sherman Staochfield. John Newkirk. Eddie Bader Dave Remington, Jim 8ittner. Gary Roam, Bill 8orovsky. Third Row: Dave Starky, Wayne Harris, Wayne VanderVort Leo Johnson, Darrel Dugdale, Leonard Kamoa. TENNIS—Bottom Row; Whiticv McMillan, Ronald Bantef, Raoul Kunc t, Oovc Vana'tdall. Second Row M Haahcim, Tom Weinberger, Cra.g Jensen, Scott Kennijon, John Pivcc, George Wolton. Netmen With an experienced group of underclassmen including Dave Vanarsdall. Ron Baxter. Raoul Kunert. George Walton, and returning letterman Tom Weinberger, the netmen gave all foes a tough battle this spring. Coach Haaheim admits that last year s graduating state champion combination was hard to replace, but that this year s squad improved steadily, showing true competitive spirit throughout the season. s.w. TENNIS—SEASON RECORD Opp. 4 . . Marshall 1 2 ... West ... 3 0 . Washburn . . S 3 ... . South . ... 2 2 . Central . . .. . 3 3 Edison ... 2 3 .. .... Henry ... 2 5 Vocational ... 0 5 ... North ... 0 2 ... . ... Roosevelt 5th place—City League ... 3 C56D Grand slam Ba ter-Kuncrt Vanarsdall volleys GOLF—Left to Right: Sill Branham, David Butler, Ed Gote, Pau oungdall. Tom Stillman. Bob Henrikton, Mr Pcdcrien, Pete Pasiolt. Jack Thomoi, Rodger Olion. Cortie Miller, Jerry Barnes Linksters The traditional winning way of the golf team was repeated this year as two returning letter-men provided a powerful nucleus for the four-man team. With one of the state’s best in Captain Pete Passolt, the clubmen once again finished high in the city standings. Other boys who proved valuable were junior Jack Thomas, and sophomores Bob Henderson, Roger Olson, and Paul Youngdahl. GOLF—SEASON RECORD s.w. Opp. m Washburn 5% m Marshall . . .. +' 2 9 West 3 v i Edison 4' 2 S' 2 North 6 2 12 Vocational 0 10 Henry . . .... 2 Wi Roosevelt 6' 2 V i South 4 2 m Central 2 'k Second in City—4th place in Dist. 17 Concentration count —Olton. what form!: Youngdahl C573 Seniors Four years of worlt and study—what does it mean besides a high school diploma? Valedictorian and salutatorian are the two top scholastic honors in graduating classes. This year Janet Reed and John Donnelly, respectively, received these honors. Both have maintained an A average during their four years at Southwest besides participating in extra curricular activities. To wear gold braid at Commencement is a great honor and only those people with a B-f- average are entitled to this honor. The 1953 graduating class had thirteen people on the Honor Roll. All seniors look eagerly to the time when announcement of service awards is given. This year, as in other years, the awards went to those people with an excellent scholastic record plus outstanding leadership qualities. As the 1953 class marches down the Commencement aisle, these people are the people to whom they look for leadership and for encouragement. Valedictorian: Salutatorian: JANET REED JOHN DONNELLY Senior Awards C. C. Minty Service Award............. . Larry Miller Daughters of the American Revolution Eleanor Sandberg Sons of the American Revolution Bob Birch Science Award ...... Richard Peterson First National Bank.......Ihleen Wold, John Donnelly Star-Tribune Award ... . Marjorie Swanson Rose Rees Award.................... Richard Peterson HONOR ROLL—Bottom Row; Margie Swanton Janet Reed Ihleen Wold. Second Mow: Eleanor Sandberg Nancy Burnll. Lo  B thop. Evelyn Scheftcl. Top Row; Bill (Caste Ralph Thomai. John Donnelly Bob B.-ch, Tom K mmir. Not Pictured: Bob Diamond. SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Diana Daniel Howard Cammack Sergeant at Arm Tom Kastmir Treaiurer Sharon Hall Secretary There arc many thing that go into making a successful senior class ond one of the most important things is the leadership of that class. In view of the fact that officers are not elected first semester, the class is governed by the senior council. This council s composed of a boy and a girl from each home room. David Bowers was elected chairman of the group and preparations for senior activities began at once. There are many qualities that make a good leader and John Reichert definitely possesses these qualities. The combined forces of John and the other officers were a contributing factor in making the 1953 senior class such a success. Last, but certainly not least, come the committee chairmen who work so hard towards Commencement. Baccalaureate. Senior Banquet, and other social activities. Yes. there arc many thing that go into making a successful senior class and the 1953 graduates have these qualities. SENIOR COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN Seated: Eleanor Sanberg. Banquet; John Reichert, President; Ihleen Wold Records. Row 2: Larry M.ller. Commencement; Dave Bowers. Social; Larry Stotts, Class Day; Bob Olson. Baccalaureate; Tom Green Cep and Gown SENIOR COUNCIL MEMBERS Front Row: Dave Bowers, Chairman; Poul Thompson, Treasurer; Jay Dregni, Vice Chairman. Row 2: Sharon Hall C ______________________________________T„„ u.n Nancy Burrill George Tcrp, Sue Robinson, Don Popovich. • c ciarV. I® ' C613 Famous Done Most for School: Judy Alford. Jay Drcgni. Cutest Couple: George Terp, Karen Lundblad. Friendliest: Sharon Hall, Larry Stotts. Most Talented: Muriel Plantin, Tom Wendland. Most L tcly to Succeed: Ihleen Wold. John Donnelly. Quietest: Ted Colburn, Janet Reed. Most Mischievous: Ken Rykkcn, Garnet Lee. Most Athletic: Judy Peabody, John Hamilton. Best Figure: Maricarol Blixt. Dick Mattson 8cst Dancer: Carol Overby. Rolf Brothen (not pictured). In this year. 1953, we have listened and swooned over bands, vocalists, and music as Lawerence Well: singing Oh Happy Day,' weeping, wailing. Johnny Ray and his rendition of Cry and Hot Toddy, whose unforgettable beat has many times caused our feet to move automatically about. We have thrilled to such newcomers as Joni James and Julius LaRosa and much of our extra cash has gone to buying their latest discs. During the last six months we have flocked with bewilderment to see the fabulous new three dimensional movies, but have gladly returned to such pictures as Quo Vadis, Call Me Madam. 'Come Back Little Sheba, and Moulin Rouge. While the girls drool over those two gorgeous men, John Derek and Farley Granger, the boys eye sensational new Marilyn Monroe with keen interest. C 62 3 ■■ Seniors Moit Talkative: Best All Around: Chuck Sklar, Barbara Hall. John Reichert. Margie Swanson. Steadiest Couple: Don Berg. Ann Bonhus. Prettiest Eyes: Tom Kassmir, Gerrie Benson. Biggest Flirt: Dave Bowers, Judie Mamie. Best Looking: Larry Miller. Sally Schwartz. Best Line: Marilyn Christie, Don Popovich. Catchiest Smile: Howie Cammack, Shirley Hoit. Wittiest: D ana Daniel, Bill Olson, Best Dressed: Barbara Olstad. Fred Lorens. Monday night has become national stay at home' night for us teenagers because of the I Love Lucy' and Red Buttons shows. When Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis are on T.V. you can hear the laughter they cause miles away. We are continually shocked as our choice sayings and slang appear again and again on radio and television. Imagine how we feel as we tune in our favorite channel and hear dig that crazy—. real george, or the junior bird's man song. The girls are wearing white bux, saddle shoes, and cinch belts, while the boys choose Pendleton shirts, cashmere sweaters, and flannel slacks. Class rings have come into their own and every proud owner agrees they really have it. These are just a very few of the things that will cause our eyes to twinkle in merriment in the years to come. C63 3 Memories We Cherish Miss Martin's Common Learning's Class . . . the continuous search for the elevator and the swimming pool . . . our first Homecoming and the thrill we got at seeing lovely Sue Jobes crowned queen . . . the important Wednesday night freshmen club meeting . . . learning that freshmen aren’t so much after all . . . the excitement we experienced when they handed us our first Wagistanian . . . becoming silly sophomores . . . winning an occasional football game ... for many of us Latin and Miss Williams . . . the Championship Hockey Team . . . the thrill of singing in the choir and getting to know O. B. . . . our memorable choir trip . . . beginning our upperclassmen days . . . Charlie Wohlford and his humor . . . Shakespeare and that cursed memory work . . . South-west's first championship Football Team ... the way we beamed when they gave us our trophies . . . the first junior talent program . . . another Championship Hockey Team . . . Don Berg, All-State ... the birth of the Gentlemen of Song . . . being legally able to go to the Junior-Senior Prom ... at last— big wheel ' seniors . . . Greg’s speech class, how we twinkled . . . Willie's English Class of 1953 PAT AANES: lt'$ a good thing sm.les don't make wrinkle . Blue Tri, Commencement. L'brar.an, G.A.A., Hobbies: Archery. Hunting. Secret Ambition: Own a gum factory. Future Plan : College. JUDY ALFORD: Alfie. Easy to look at and caver to like. Silver Tri, Blue Tn—Cabinet, Student Council—Secretary. Choir—Sergeant-at-Arms, Clast Play, Social, Homecoming Attendant. Pep Club. Secret Ambition: Live in Florida. Future Plans: Home Economic — U. of M. ROBERT ANDERSON: The nicest thing come in small package . Choir, Banquet. Basketball Manager, Hobby: Collecting rock and animals Secret Ambition; Find a solvent for carbon, Future Plans: College. MARY LOU ARNOTT: Lome. Always willing, ever helpful. Silver Tn. Blue Tri, Choir. Class Play. Arrow, Quill and Scroll. Social, Homecoming. G.A.A.. Hobby: Music. Secret Ambition: Go to New York, and live in a penthouse. Future Plans: Nurting—Swedish Hospital. BILL BECKMAN: Education is the thief of time. Budget. Future Plans: Army. JOYCE BELL: The friendship that makes the least noise is very often the most useful. Cap and Gown. Secret Ambition: Go to England. Future Plans: Valparaiso U. GERALDINE BENSON: Gerry The eyes have it! Silver Tri Blue Tri, Banquet, Hcbby: Dancing, Secret Ambition: Be 5'I0”, Future Plans: Go to Europe. BOB BIRCH: Whatever is worth doing, is worth doing well. Stu- dent Council. Memorial Committee—Chairman, Football, Bascba Basketball. Hobbies: Sports. Music. Secret Ambition: Become a den tist and get even with a fnerd of mine. Future Plans: Dentistry— U. of M. DONALD BERG: Skeets. One man in a million has his personality. Football, Hockey. Track, Baseball—Captain. Hobby: Hunting. Secret Ambition: Play pro football. Future Plans: College. class, how we trembled . . . learning that Homecoming is a bushel of fun and a barrel of work . . . our own queen, Sally Schwartz, reigning over the festivities . . . Our Miss Brooks,' the riotous senior class play . . . the choir once again presenting the unforgettable Song of Christmas . . . our wonderful hockey team . . . Pete Passolt, All State ... the long awaited thrill—senior advisory . . . the inevitable 207 detention room ... (no need to say more!) ... the Rikes' and the Teddies' and the furious campaigning for those two super seniors. John Reichert and Ted Colburn . . . John, the victor . . . senior committees . . . the choir . . . traveling to Chicago . . . the successful senior party in the gaily decorated lunchroom . . . Mrs. Boylan's English class and the long? sixty card talks . . . Nautical But Nice.' the 1953 Spring Revue ... the speech class' presentation of The Madwoman of Chaillot . . . Baccalaureate . . . the long trek up the aisle to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance . . . and the diploma that makes us a proud alumni of Southwest . . . these things we shall always remember, for they are an important chapter in our lives. ROLF BROTHEN: Really sorry to see you leave.” DICK BRUNS: Surely and steadily he goes through life. S Club. Football Track. Hobby: Cars. Secret Ambition: Throw the discus 190 feet. Future Plans: U. of M. NANCy BURRILL: Thought and virtue work in silence. Silver Tri. Blue Tri. Class Play. Social. Senior Council. Homecoming, Library Helper. G.A.A., Hobbies: Swimming. Horseback, Secret Ambition: Travel through Europe. Future Plans: College. HOWARD CAM MACK; Howie Write me as one who loves his fellow man. Senior Class Sergeant-at-Arms. Hocley, S Club. Hobby: Cars, Secret Amb’tion: To race a hot rod. Future Plans: Form School. GWEN CARLSON: Gwcnie, I only ask thot fortune send, a little more than I shall spend. Silver Tri, Choir. Class Play. G.A-A., Hobbies: Puppetry. Painting. Secret Ambition: Tour the world. Future Plans: College. LyNN CARROLL: It's easy to be natural when one’s naturally nice.’ Blue Tri. Class Play. Sociol, Pep Club. Swimming Team. Golf Team. Hobby: Skiing. Secret Ambition: Find out how much was that doggie in the window. Future Plans: College. RICHARD CHARLESTON: Charlie. Easy to get along with. Baccalaureate. Secret Ambition: Go out with the bug, Future Plans: Own a restaurant. NANCy CHRISTIANSEN: Whichever woy the wind should blow, my heart s glad to have it so. Silver Tri. Blue Tri, Class Play. Arrow Quill and Scroll, Banquet, 8and. G.A.A., Secret Ambition: Get driver's license. Future Plans: Journalism—U. of M. MARILyN CHRISTIE: Marc. Here's a girl with a heart and a smile, one who makes the journey of life worthwhile. Silver Tri— Cabinet. Blue Tri—Cabinet. Choir. Class Play Committee. Annual: Quill and Scroll. Commencement. Homecoming. Red Cross. Library Helper. Pep Club. Declamation. Hobbies: Music. Bridge. Secret Ambit on: Shave off Mr. Dahle's mustache. Future Plans: Speech— U. of M. HARRIET BERGESON: ' Whatc'er the task, whatever the work, if it is hers, she will not shirk. Silver Tri. Blue Tri, Student Council—-Corresponding Secretary. Choir. Class Play. Budget. Homecoming, G.A A. Hobbies: Bowling. Swimming. Secret Ambition: Go to Europe. Future Plans: U. of M. LOIS BISHOP; To be a good student today n to be a good citizen tomorrow. Blue Tri French Club. Debate. Hobbies; Archery, Reading. Secret Ambition: Stand on my head. Future Plans: College. JIM BITTNER: A little body often harbors a great soul.' Banquet. Cross Country. Track. Hobby: Trucking. Secret Ambition: Own a garden under glass. Future Plans: Agriculture College. PRISCILLA BLANCH: She seems dignified—but wait till you know her.” Silver Tri. Blue Tri. Choir. Class Play. Arrow: Quill and Scroll. Budget. G.A.A., Homecoming. Hobbies: Music. Rog. Secret Ambit'On: Sing with Fred Waring' Glee Club. Future Plans: Macal-estcr College. MARICAROL BLIXT: A merry heart goes all the day. Silver Tri. Blue Tn. Choir Class Play. Social, Red Cross—Secretary. Pep Club. Homtcom ng Hobbies: Drawing, Brtdqe. Secret Ambition: Live on a South Sea Island. Future Plans: U. of M. GARy BLUMER: And still the wonder grew, that one head could carry all he knew.' Memorial. Band. Stage Crew. Hobbies: Collecting anything old. Secret Ambition: To write essays n the English language. Future Plans: U. of M. ANN BONHUS: Bonnie. Charm is the key to success. Blue Tri. Clast Play. Soc al, Junior Council. Cheerleader, G.A.A.. Hobbies: Horseback riding, painting figurines. Secret Ambition: Be an interior decorator. Future Plans: Work and marriage, DAVID BOWERS: First build your castle in the air. then put the foundation under it. Hi.y—President. Arrow- Quill and Scroll, Social Committee—Chairman. Senior Council—Chairman. Homecom-mg. S Club, Athletic Board. Swimming—Co-Cap tarn. Secret Amb tion: Get 150 points in News Future Plans; College. ARLyN BROBERG: Arie. I'm waiting for my man! Silver Tn. Choir, Class Play Committee. Banquet. Cheerleader. Hobby: Dancing. Secret Ambition: Be a bull fighter, Future Plans: Marriage. DARRELL DUGDALE: Juit the one when you wont to hove tome tun.' Class Ploy. Class Doy. Track, Cross Country. Secret Ambition: To spend o yeor in the Coribbcon Islonds. Future Pions: Novy. BILL ERLER: Alert ond quid of mind.’ Budget. V.A.C. Hobbies: Fishing, Hunting. Secret Ambition: Own o Codilloc, Future Pions: St. John's College. JIM FALLOW: He comes to one with o winning woy. bewore. he hos o pronk to ploy. Bonquet, S ' Club, Footboll. Hobby: Rowing, Secret Ambition: Be a Morine. Future Pions: College. TOM GREEN: Life meons something to the copoble. Cap ond Gown—Choirmon. Swimming—Co-Coptom, Hobbies: Swimming. Fishing, Secret Ambition: Coach swimming, Future Plans: College. BARBARA HALL: Harbaro. A girl whose friendship s well worth having. Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Class Play, Social. Homecoming, Lunchroom monitor, Pep Club, G.A.A., Secret Ambition: Get a tan under a sun lamp. Future Plans: U. of M. RICHARD HALL: Good nature and fun are always good companions. Baccolaureate. S Club. Football, Hockey, Secret Amb tion: Go to New Zealand and find gold, Future Plans: Navy. SHARON HALL: Her sweetness would hide her faults— f faults she had. Silver Tri. Blue Tri Cabinet. Class Play Committee, Records and Secretarial, Junior Council—Secretary, Senior Council, Senior Class Secretary, Homecoming, Homecoming Attendant. Office Helper, Secret Ambition: Convince Mr. Halley I don’t talk all the time. Future Plans: Nursing. TOM HALL: 'There are two days about which no one should worry—yesterday and tomorrow. Class Day, 'S ' Club, Football, Hockey, Baseball. Hobbies: Hunting, Fishing, Secret Ambition; Sw.m the English Channel backwards. Future Plans: Work. JOHN HAMILTON: Hambone, 'A man of marked attainments, both mental and physical. Hi-Y—Vice President, Student Council. Commencement, S” Club. Football—Co-Captain, Basketball, Baseball. Hobb.es: Hunting, Fishing, Secret Ambition: Play pro baseball. Future Plans: Forestry—U. of M. KENNlTH CLARK: A boy of unusual mental ability. Cap and Gown, Hobbies: Photography, Swimming. Secret Ambition: Own a good hot rod. Future Plans: Mechanical Engineering—U. of M. EDWARD COLBURN. Ted, A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men. Student Council, Class Day. Cross Country, Hobby: Cars, Future Plans: U. of M. JACK CRIMMINS: Crumpets. The best part of a man's education is that which he gives himself. Baccalaureate. Football, Hobby: Working on cars. Secret Ambit.on: Be a bum. Future Plans: College. DIANA DANIEL: Dannie, Her wit goes all the way around and buttons in the back. Blue Tri, Student Council, Choir—Treasurer, Class Play Committee. Arrow; Quill and Scroll, Commencement, Senior Class Sergeant-at-Arms, Hobby: Classical music. Secret Ambition: Travel. JAMES DAVENPORT: Let’s all be up and doing. Homecoming, Stage Crew. Track, Hobby: Cars, Secret Ambition: Own Buick convertible. Future Plans: Work for Uncle Sam. ROBERT DIAMOND: Bob. True as the needle to the pole, or as the dial to the sun. Arrow: Quill and Scroll, Commencement, Tag Day Chairman, Hobby: Keeping baseball records. Secret Ambition: Avoid the draft. Future Plans: Medicine—U. of M. TOM DIETZ: Hotlips. When laughter makes one glad, why then be sad? Class Play. Arrow, Baccalaureate, Hr-Y, Baseball. Basketball. Cross Country. Hobb.es: Hunting, Poker. Secret Ambition: Make good in baseball, Future Plans: U. of M. JOHN DONNELLY: So much to do. so many worlds to conquer. Hi-Y—President Commencement. Senior Class Vice President, S Club. Athletic Board, Football—Co-Captam. Basketball. Track. Hobbies: Rowing Club, canoe trips, Secret Ambition: Go to Europe with Kunert. Future Plans: College. JAY DREGNI: Dregnuts. The schools loss, the world's gain. Hi-Y, Student Counc-I—President. Class Play. Social. Senior Council—Vice President. Boys State. S Club. Football. Basketball, Track. Hobbies: Music, maintaining a membership in Ready's little army, Secret Ambition: Rematch with Hotlips Diet . Future Plans: College. BILL KAHER: He hat sterling qualities. Christian Fcllowthip, Future Plant: Seminary, North Central B-ble Institute. NANCY KNAUFF: True to her work, her word, and her friends.” Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Choir, Arrow; Quill and Scroll, Banquet. Homecoming. G.A.A.. Hobby: Music. Secret Ambition: Rollerskate through the, Mayo Clime tunnel, Future Plans: Elementary Education— Macalester College. PAUL KUNERT; Punky. Girls are tuch unnecessary things.” Memorial, S Club. Football, Hockey. Secret Ambition: Grow old gracefully, Future Plans: College. MARION LANCASTER: Modesty is her charm. Silver Tri. Cap and Gown. Hobby. Sewing. Secret Ambition: Go back to Washington, 0. C.. Future Plans: Work. DICK LA SELL: ' Women? I never heard of them before.” Hi-Y, Hobbies: Fishing. Cars, Secret Amb'tron: Drive a hot rod. Future Plans: College. GARNET LEE: Garnic. A sweet little headache.” Silver Tri. Blue Tri—Secretary. Choir. Class Play Committee. Banquet, Senior Coun-cil—Secretary. Homecoming, Pep Club. G.A.A.. Hobby: Golf, Secret Ambition: Be a deep sea diver. Future Plans: College. BILL LENDER: When a lady's in the case you know all other things give place, Hi-Y, Hobby: Other people’s ca s, Secret Ambition: Get an A in an academic subject. Future Plans: College. CAROL LIND: If all were as wise as she, then there no fools would be.” Silver Tri, Blue Tri, Choir. Class Play. Debate G.A.A.. Hobbies: Reading, Bowling, Secret Ambition: B - another Sara Bernhardt Future Plans: Chemist—U. of Chicago. KAREN LUNDBLAD: With hair like sunshine and a heart like gold. Silver Tri. Blue Tri—Cabinet. Commencement. Homecoming attendant. Red Cross. G.A.A., Pep Club. Hobby: Golf, Future Plans: College CATHERINE HAMLIN: Cay, Sweetness, truth, ond every grace are read distinctly in her face.” Blue Tri, Choir, Class Play. Pep Club G.A.A.. Hobbies: Music, horseback riding. Secret Ambition: See the Swiss Alps. Future Plans: College. BARBARA HELLER: Bug, L'ttle. but oh my!” Blue Tri, Student Council, Class Play, Memorial, Cheerleader-Captain. Pep Club. Hobby: Dancing, Secret Ambition: Be a fullback. JOHN HILL: Be silent and be safe. Records and Secretarial, Secret Ambition: Go to South America, Future Plans: U. of M. SHIRLEY HOIT: Shoil, Happy am I: from care I am free. Why aren't you all os happy as me? Choir, Closs Play, Records and Secretarial. Homecoming. Cheerleader, Pep Club. G.A.A., Secret Ambition: Work in the White House, Future Plans: Work. DONNETTE IMMEL: Donnie, Good nature is of daily use. Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Class Play Committee. Memorial, Homecoming. Future Plans: Secretary. EVELYN JOHNSON: Evie, Patience is o flower that does not grow in everyone's garden. Silver Tri, Blue Tri, Budget, G.A.A.. Secret Ambition: Own a car. Future Plans: Minneapolis School of Business. GAIL JOHNSON: She puts her worries in the bottom of her heart, sits on the lid. and smiles.” Silver Tri, Blue Tri, Choir, Class Play Committee. Social. Red Cross—Secretary. G.A.A.. Secret Ambition: To have brown eyes. Future Plans: Nursing. LARRY JOHNSON: Like gravity, he has the power of attraction. Hi-Y. 'S Club. Baseball, Basketball. Track. Secret Ambition; Build o sportscar, Future Plans: College. TOM KASSMIR: Kass, He's a football man, he's a track man, and last but not least, he's a lady's man. Student Council and State Student Council—Vice President, Budget Committee. Senior Class Treasurer, S Club, Football. Track—Captain, Hobbies: Chess. Basketball, Future Plans: College. LARRY MILLER: It . service that moke life worth living. Student Council. Choir—President Annual—Business Manager. Quill and Scroll. Commencement—Chairman. Junio Council—Chairman. Homecoming. Secret Ambition: Learn to ski. future Plans: College. ANN MORGAN: One of those individuals charactemed as a good scout.” Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Choir, Social. G.A.A., Hobby: Tinting photographs. Future Pians: U. of M. Annual—Assistant Editor, Quill and Scroll. JANET MOTT: The longer you know her. the better you'll like her. Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Choir, Banquet, G.A.A.. Hobby: Music, Secret Ambition: Live in a warm climate. Future Plans: U. of M. JUDy NELSON: Nellie, A combination of work and fun—a fr end to everyone.” Silver Tri. Blue Tri—Secretary. Student Council. Choir. Class Play. Arrow; Quill and Scroll. Commencement. Red Cross, Homecoming G.A.A.. Hobby: Music. Secret Ambition: Write a song like yokahamo Mama.” Future Plans: College. ED NICHOLSON: you know I say just what I think. Social. V.A.C., Swimmmg. Hobby: Automobiles. Secret Ambition; See the world. Future Plans: Be a millionaire. MARy O'DONNELL: A pleating lass.” Silver Tr. Blue Tri. Banquet. Hobby: Drawing. Secret Ambition: Marry a millionaire. Future Pians: Work. BARBARA OLSTAD: Deserve success and you shall have it. Silver Tri. Blue Tri. Class Play. Banquet. Homecoming, Pep Club, G.A.A.. Secret Ambit on: Take a trip through a prison. Future Plans: Secrete ry. ROBERT OLSON: The boy with the golden voice. ' Student Council. Choir. Class Play, Arrow- Quill and Scroll. Baccalaureate—Chairman. Hobby: Collecting stamps. Secret Ambition; Direct 1.000-voice choir. Future Plans: St. Olaf. BILL OLSON: Many there a-c who have wit and many with wisdom profound, but a man with both can rarely be found. Hi-y, Budget. Football. Track. Hobby: Women, Secret Ambition: Have a date with Marilyn Monrce. Future Plans: College. ROBERT MACK: Thoughts are deeper than all speech. Budget. Secret Ambition: Be a jet pilot Future Plans: Armed Services. MARy MACHULA: Muy, If she will, she will, and you may depend upon it.” Silver Tri. Blue Tri, Choir. Class Play Committee, Annual, Quill and Scroll, Cap and Gown. G.A.A., Future Plans: U. of M. JAMES MACALOON: ALAN McGEE: 'Who said, hurry? Budget, Secret Ambition: Travel around the U. S., Future Plans: Work in California. NANCy McGUIRE: A winning way.” Silver Tri, Blue Tri, Cap and Gown. Homecoming. G.A.A.. Hobbies, Swimming, Horseback riding. Secret Ambition: Water ski in the Atlantic Ocean, Future Plons: Work. JUDITH MARNIE: Judie. Full of fun and mischief too. doing things she shouldn’t do.” Silver Tri. Blue Tri. Student Council, Class Play. Class Day. Lunchroom Monitor. Homecoming. Cheerleader, G.A.A., Hobby: Dancing. Future Plans: U. of M. RICHARD MATTSON: 'An artist in the true sense of the word.' JANET KAy MIKELSON: Mike. Th.s loss is always smiling, with dimples so beguiling. Blue Tri, Student Council. Choir, Arrow— Editor; Ou.ll and Scroll, Banquet. Red Cross. G.A.A., Hobbies: Music, Reading, Future Plans: College. FLORELLE MILLER: Strength of mind is exercise, not rest. ' Blue Tri, Arrow; Quill and Scroll, Class Day, Homecoming. Library helper. Hobby: Archery, Secret Ambition: Win an archery trophy. Future Plans: College. JOHN REICHERT; A shining success, a leader among men.' Hi-Y, Senior Class President. Cross Country. Basketball—Captain. Track, Hobbies: Sailing, Skiing. Hunting, Secret Ambition: Go skiing in Norway. Future Plans: College. DAVID REMINGTON: Quiet, unobtrusive, but efficient.' Banquet. S Club. Track. Cross Country. Hobby: Cars. Secret Ambition: Run a four minute mile. Future Plans: College. ALAN ROBINSON: Robbie. 'A fast talking riot. Hi-y—Secretary. Class Play. Class Day. Hobbies: Hunting. Fishing. Secret Ambition: Have a harem like King Farouk, Future Plans: Mining Engineering— U. of M. SUE ROBINSON: Few things are impossible to diligence and to skill.' Silver Tri. Blue Tri—Cabinet, Choir. Class Play. Arrow; Quill and Scroll. Commencement. Homecoming. Senior Council. G.A.A.. Secret Ambition: Go to Hawaii, Future Plans: U. of M. KEN RyKKEN; A perfect carnival of fun. Hi-y—Vice President. Cap and Gown, Hobbies: Music, mamtoining a membership in Ready's little army. Secret Ambition: Be a bachelor. Future Plans: U. of M. ELEANOR SANDBERG: Ely, She s A in every way, in work, school, and play. Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Choir, Class Play, Banquet— Chairman, Red Cross. G.A.A., Hobby: Dancing. Secret Ambition: Dance with Gene Kelly. Future Plans: College. EVELyN SCHEFTEL: Evie, Curly hair, nice green eyes, full of brains and very wise. Silver Tri. Blue Tri. Airow; Quill and Scroll, Social, G.A.A., Homecoming. Hobby: Collecting dogs. Secret Ambition: Own a dog kennel. Future Plans: College. SALLy SCHWARTZ: The kind of a gal who gets along every where she goes, because it's just her nature. Silver Tri, Blue Tri, Class Play. Annual; Quill and Scroll. Class Oay. Pep Club. French Club. Homecoming Queen, G.A.A.. Hobbies: Horseback riding. Piano. Secret Ambition: Nothing!!, Future Plans: U. of M. KEITH SENN: 'A man among men. Hi-Y. Baccalaureate. Red Cross—President. Baseball, Secret Ambition: Hit a baseball, Future Plans: College. DONA ORDAL: Her ways are ways of pleasantness and all her paths are peace. Blue Tri, Annual, Baccalaureate, G.A.A., Hobby: Bob, Secret Ambition: Travel. Future Plans: Marriage. ED ORNER: He's in the Navy now. CAROL OVERBY: Ove. They move easiest who have learned to dance. Silver Tri. Blue Tri, Class Play, Class Day. Pep Club. G.A.A., Hobby: Danc.ng, Secret Ambition: Be a wrestler. Future Plans: Go to Colorado. PETE PASSOLT: Pusso. The heighth of casualness. Class Day, S Club. Athletic Board Hockey. Golf. Hobby: Hunting, Future Plans: College. JUDY PEABODY: Cute, snappy, peppy and jolly. Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Choir, Class Play, Commencement, G.A.A.. French Club. Homecoming, Hobbies: Swimming. Golf. Secret Ambition: Travel to Europe. Future Plans: Physical Education—U. of M. MURIEL PLANTIN: Her musical ability expresses the charm of an artistic spirit. Silver Tri, Annual; Quill ond Scroll, Banquet. French Club. Debate. Class Play Committee. Homecoming. Band. G.A.A.. Hobby: Art. Future Plans: Music—U. of M. DON POPOVICH: Papa, He loves only one—at a time. Class Day. Senior Council, Track, Hobby: Water skiing, song-writing. Secret Ambition: Sing in o professional quartet. Future Plans: College. JUDY PRATT; To blush is beautiful, but sometimes inconvenient, Silver Tri. Blue Tri. Choir. Class Day. Homecoming. French Club. G.A.A., Hobbies: Music. Art, Secret Ambition: Be a magazine illustrator. Future Plans: Art School. JANET REED: Quiet, to be sure—until you know her.” Silver Tri. Blue Tn, Class Play Committee. Records and Secretarial. G.A.A.. Hobby: Music. Future Plans: College. GAIL SULLWOLD: Smile and the world smile with you.’1 Silver Tri, Blue Tri, Cap and Gown. Homecoming. Band. G.A.A.. Secret Ambit'On: Go to North Carolina. Future Plans: Macalester. DWIGHT SUNDEEN: 'High tchool days have their delight , but they can t compare with high school night . Choir, Memorial. Hobby: Working on hi car, Secret Ambition: Own a new car. Future Plan : Navy. MARGIE SWANSON: Swamie. Mighty nice and mighty wi e. fun just twinkles in her eye . Silver Tri. Blue Tri— Pre ident. Student Council, Choir—Secretary. Arrow; Quill and Scroll. Commencement. G.A.A.. Homecoming. Pep Club, Secret Ambition: Travel to Europe. Future Plan : U, of M. JOHN TEACHWORTH: Quiet a a mouse he can be. yet no trap ever caught him. Cap and Gown, Baseball. Secret Ambition: Be a due jockey. Future Plant: College. GEORGE TERP: He drum hi way into your heart. Hi-Y—Secretary. Baccalaureate. S' Club Football, Swimming. Hobby: Drumming. Secret Ambition: Own hi own house. Future Plans: Navy. PAUL THOMPSON: Worked hard, played hard, had a good time. Hi-Y, Baccalaureate. Baseball, Hobby: Sport . Secret Ambition: Make a million dollars. Future Plans: College. DON THORKILDSON: Let thy words be few and thy thoughts be in between. Baseball. Cross Country. Hobby: Fishing, Secret Ambition: Travel around the country. Future Plans: Service. MARY TORKELSON: She never offends by overtalking. Cap and Gown. Hobby: Drawing maps and cartoons. Secret Ambition: Swim English channel, Future Plans: Hair stylist. JOSEPHINE TRAINOR: Joey. Carefree and gay. Banquet. G.A.A., Hobbies: Dancing, Listening to chorol music, Secret Ambition: Get through a nursing course. Future Plans: St. Catherine's College. DELANO SEIDEL: The temple of purest thoughts is silence. Hobbies: Hunting. Fishing, Cars. Secret Ambition: Be a millionaire, Future Plans: U. of M. SHELDON SILVER: Shel, Why doesn't that bell ring. Class Play Committee. Memorial. Homecoming. Hobbies: Fishing, Hunting, Sports. Secret Ambition: Make a hole-in-one. Future Plans: U. of M.. JANET SIRPLESS: If talking i an art. she ' tome artist. Silver Tri, Blue Tri, Choir. Cap and Gown. G.A.A., Hobby: Cooking. Secret Ambition; Get a straight A average. Future Plans: Macalester. CHARLES SKLAR: Chuck, Silence is golden, so who's silent? Cap and Gown. Hobby: Sports, Secret Ambition: Get through law school. Future Plans: Law—U. of M. NANCY SPARKS: Only they are truly great, who a c truly good. Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Class Play. Baccotaureatc. G.A.A., Secret Ambition: Go to Hawaii. Future Plans: Trip to Europe. MARK STEARNS: Never trouble yourself with trouble, till trouble troubles you. Banquet. S Club. Football. Track. Hobbies: Radio Work. Art. Secret Ambition: Get a cave and become a hermit. Future Plans: St. Thomas College. LARRY STOTTS: To have friends, be a friend. Hi-Y, Class Play. Red Cross. Homecom.ng. Secret Ambition: Get on the honor roll. Future Plans: College. TOM STRIKER: “A little crazy, but who isn't? Baseball. Hobby: Hunting, Secret Ambition: Shoot two ducks wth one shot. Future Plans: Service. BOB SUDERBURG: ' Men like bullets go farthest when they are smooth. Hi-Y—Secretary Commencement, Band. Basketball. Track. Hobbies: Trumpet. Music, Secret Ambition: Conduct N. Y. Phil harmonic. Future Plans: Music—U. of M. WYNNE WERNEKE: Sk-ppy. Begone. dull care. from me. Thee and I shall ne'er ogree. Records and Secretarial. Secret Ambition: Make a lot of money and retire. Future Plans: Work. GAIL WHITE: Merrily, merrily shall I live now. Silver Tri—Cabinet. Blue Tri, Class Play. Records and Secretarial. Homecoming. G.A.A., Hobby: Sewing, Future Plans: Nursing. WAYNE WITTE: IHLEEN WOLD: The path she treads leads to sure success. Silver Tri—President. Blue Tri—Vice President. Student Council, All-City Student Council. Annual—Editor. Girls State Representative Choir, Homecoming—Chairman, Records and Secretarial—Chairman, G.A.A. Hobby: Sailing. Future Plans: Wells College. HARRY YOUNG: Sonny. Silence s a true friend who never betrays. Memorial. Lunchroom Monitor, Football. Future Plans: U. of M. JERRY ZELL: It matters not how long we live: but how. Social. Class Play. Football, Track. Hobby: Women. Secret Ambition: Bomb Moscow. Future Plans: U. of M. DIANE BETTS: True, serene, faithful to her friends. Silver Tri. Social, G.A.A., Secret Ambition: Own a baby blue Cad convertible. Future Plans: Work. JERRY McGRAW: We missed your humor. Jer. RALPH THOMAS: Whitcy. He's always n tunc with life.' Hi-Y, Class Day. Boys' State. Track, Hobby: Girls, Secret Ambition: Sing in a professional quartet. Future Plans: College. JIM TRUCKER:;' iw:aW.i: %iifc H Y..'Mrimdr.nl, V.AiC., Hobbies: Guns, Pokfr. Secret’ AmbiWn: ‘Get to' SwWen ahd 'fast. Future Plans: Air Force. • ’ . • • • ! • .............. ; !!. •: • • J • • •  • , • t I !!  ! •••«•• NANCY VANARDSALL: i don't c'aic how’you tpell tny name, I I! change it someday anyway. Silver Tri, Blue Tri—Cabinet. Social. G.A.A., Hobby: Swimming. Future Plans: U. of M. PHYLLIS VANDERVORT: With gentle ways that w.n the heart. Class Day, French Club. Hobby: Cooking. Secret Ambition: Travel. Future Plans: U. of M. GEORGE WALTON: Quiet and unassuming, but in silence there is power. Memorial, Tenn.s. Hobby: Radio, Secret Ambition: Climb Mt. Everest. Future Plans: Medicine—U. of M. WILLIAM WALTON: ‘That he is industrious there can be no doubt, for an armful of books he is never without. Budget. Hobby: Collecting coins, Future Plans: Radio and T.V. repair work. JANET WASLEy: A very, very good companion!' Silver Tri, Blue Tri. Social. G.A.A.. Hobby: Tennis, Secret Ambit-on: Make a convertible out of the Wasmobile. Future Plans: Interior Decorating— U. of M. DUNCAN WATSON: If I stud-ed I skipped class to do it. BEVERLY WEINER: I love to be content with the wotld. Silver Tri. Cap and Gown, Hobby: Swimming, Secret Ambition: Go to Florida. Future Plans: College. TOM WENDLAND: He sure can tickle the ivories. Baccalaureate. Band. Hobby: Book collecting. Secret Ambition: Solo with Sym-phony Orchestra, Future Plans: College. At Graduation Time The graduates are going forth— God bless them every one To run this hard and stubborn world Just as it should be run; But much I fear they'll find that facts Don't always track with dreams; And running this old world is not As easy at it seems. The graduate is prone to think His wisdom is complete. He's but to ask—the world will lay Its trophies at his feet. But school days done and work begun. He learns to his regret The college of experience He has not mastered yet. The world has garlands and applause At graduating time; But may forget him the next day. Then he attempts to climb. Life is a battle where each one Must seek and hold his own. He who would rise above the clouds Must scale the heights alone. This is the rule of life today, As it has ever been; The world bestows its smiles on those Who have the strength to win. Beneath all outwards semblances It looks for merit true. It little cares how much you know. But asks, what can you do? —Anonymous y.


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