St Louis Park High School - Echowan Yearbook (St Louis Park, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 142 of the 1954 volume:

y s' Jctt C C£ --y - Ca£s £LA Vfy j i ftkiT a r T£j 7 c A flick of the dial .... the picture slowly focuses .... the screen clears and students come into view .... seniors and underclassmen .... activities, music, publications, arts, sports, dancing .... Another flick and the picture fades .... all is quiet .... another year has passed .... a whole new world opens in the silence . . . . I he seniors move forward to take their places as the citizens of tomorrow. i y tdi UtAola), Zs LjL • £ aslS ) Cl .7 7 CV 0 0 7 W-t— 7 — 4 0-riW , C JL - (7i 2 3 ; The Echowan Staff Editors Roberta Hiller Feature Copy Pat Hoffman Sharon Smith Julia Van Slyke Layout Janet Christenson Marlys Grantwit Cecile Husney Art Rachelle Margulas Gretchen Milbrath Genevieve Rogers Photographer Don Peterson Girl’s Sports Sharon Andersen Rochelle Burger Jackie Skorey Boy’s Sports Darrel Hiel Jerry Kilpatrick Jim Parks Steve Schodde Typists Claudia Cook Mary Kay Milligan Sandra Wallin Business Nancy Bell Janis Li listed Barbara Smith Advisers Mr. Wendell Heers Miss Ann Isaeson ADMINISTRATION School Board (LEFT TO RIGHT) Harry J. Olson, clerk; Franklin D. Gray; Victor Formo; Reverend Einar Martinson; Wallace Plantikow, treasurer; Ralph M. Jacobson, chairman. For every production televised, there are the “unsung heroes1'...........the crew ......the men behind the scenes........the School Board! Giving generously of their time without financial rewards............holding the welfare of the students always at heart.......building for tomorrow’s security..........trying to satisfy all groups despite many obstacles encountered............working unselfishly in the interests of the community.........skillfully planning a successful bond issue.......These mem hers of our School Board assure St. Louis Park an ever-growing, progressive school program constantly improving for the future. 7 V Mr. Harold Enestvedt Superintendent of Schools Mr. Edward Follmcr Principal 8 Mr. Rcrtil Johnson Assistant Principal 9 .Mrs. Lucile Adkisson Counsellor Mr. Roland Larson Courfsellor Mr. Lloyd Alwin English 10 Miss Shirley Anderson English 7 Miss Dorothy Belgum Social Studies 7 Mr. Karl Holm Senior Hand Mrs. Darlene Brandt Mr. Walter Caven Mr. Roger DeClercq Miss Mar)- Alice Engan Home Economics 7 and 8 Industrial Arts Speech and Dramatic Arts Senior High Mathematics Mr. Lyle Gerard English 8 Mrs. Rose-Mary Grijak Art 7 and 8 Miss Luella Gilbertson Music 7 Mr. Roy Grijak Social Studies and Physical Education Miss Mildred Glendenning English 11 and 12 Mr. Janies Gronscth Junior Band Mr. Cordon Gricbenow Vocal Music Miss Lorraine Hagen Home Economics 7 Mr. Howard Hallgrcn Miss Margurite Haliquist Mr. Edward Hanson Miss Marie flanson Social Studies 10 and 11 Social Studies 7 and 8 Commercial and World Girls Physical Education Geography Mr. Milton Hayden Biology Mr. Wcndcl Hcers Art Mrs. Dorothy Hegdal Cafeteria Miss Janet Hinderman Social Studies 7 and 8 Mr. Dwaine Hoberg Mr. Lloyd Holm Mr. Clifford Horn Mr. Milton Hughes Science 8 Athletic Director Industrial Arts Social Studies 8 Miss Esther Johnson Librarian Mrs. Gloria Johnson English 7 Miss Emma Justin Science 8 Mr. Ralph Koch Superintendent of Buildings Mr. Roger Krause Mathematics 9 Mr. Gerald Krueger Science 9 Miss Gladys Lampman Typing Mr. Linton Lange Citizenship Mr. Harry Ungen Mrs. Dena Liljenfors Mrs. Margaret Linster Mr. John Little Industrial Arts Assistant Librarian Mathematics 7 Citizenship Mr. John Loegering Mr. Norris Lokensgard Miss Evalyn Lundquist Mrs. Jessie McKay Social Studies 11 and 12 Chemistry and Physics Biology Mathematics 7 W. Howard MacMillan Office Manager Miss Veronica MeShane Geometry Mrs. Hazel Moffat English 12 Mrs. Emy Monk Nurse Mr. Robert Muehlenbeck Mr. Clarence Olander Mathematics 7, Science 8 Mathematics 9 Mrs. Ramona Pearson English 8 Miss Carol Peterson English 7, Art 7 Mrs. Joan Peterson Mathematics 8 Mrs. Barbara Plucker English 8, 9 Mr. Ronald Rochat Junior Band Mr. Leo Rorman Social Studies 12 Miss Margaret Ring Latin. Spanish and French Mr. Merritt Seely American History Miss Jane Roberts Physical Education 7. 8. 9 Miss June Shifflett English 9 Mr. Donald Schutte Visual Education Miss Pearl Souers School Lunch Supervisor Mr. John Stcimlc Industrial Arts Mr. Wayne Sundberg Physical Kducation Mrs. Beverly Swanson Miss Mary Jane Thomas Mr. Roger Thompson Mr. Wesley Ulrich Home Economics Home Economics Mathematics 8 9 Social Studies 10 Miss Marie Wharton Mr. Vernon Winter • Mr. Ray Zakariascn Mr. Peter Zanna Commercial Mathematics 8 9 Industrial Arts Physical Education CAFETERIA STAFF: TOP ROW: (left to right) S. Lundin. M. Andcr-son, B. Formo; MIDDLE ROW: (left to right) M. Anderson. M. Buie, B. Wrozos; BOTTOM ROW: (left to right) M. Felber. L. Forsberg, E. Houll, M. Lindgren, C. Kuennen. OFFICE STAFF: STANDING: (left to right) R. Mar-tinson. A. Flystir, B. Pierson, E. Swan, M. Ulrich, P. Severson. SEATED: V. Erikson. CUSTODIANS: (left to right) W. Krcuer, B. Sewall. H. Williams, R. Podvin, S. Pavlovic, S. Brown, C. Hansen, C. Peterson. Autographs djl XA' , ffe o j $?- ' CT! - twv%sni isO Jo a£ jJu y Ajccl GJ TiVi uS. - a-Ct y'C ' 4sO'A ?U UfrtU c x nJU ssCdxJL; mJ a jtfLits Cl u J a ■ iU Co-Xa M 0 ooJ . 2 f ipjaj ?V jJLz -0 1 ,o cf-- I ■s . Lu '. £ ----'JU-w Z G X3 ' - K'SpW . - - 4 J t “%£-------- £ Ut . —:i 4Wi, 4 16 Seniors Senior Claw Officers (LEFT TO RIGHT) Secretary, Phyllis Ohm; President. Dewey Cedarbalde; Vice President, Lea Hill; Treasurer, Nancy Bell The days of the test pattern. paralleled our arrival into life in the senior high. We set a precedent that freshman year when Mariya Tschimperle was chosen the first junior Orchid Queen. Climaxing the hustle and hustle of student council-campaigns came the important elections; Carol Bis-sell, as secretary, became the member from the class of 54 to aid in running the new council. To help lead us through our sophomore year we chose Boh Vartdal, Lcs Hill. Carol Juel. and Dianne Hid. Gaining more poise and a better knowledge of “the dance” was our aim in taking lessons from David LaVay; these achievements were exhibited at a “DANCE PARTY” our class held for the senior high. A farewell reception for the seniors following Commencement ended our second year in high school, hut with eager anticipation we awaited the remaining two. Four outstanding members of our class became our junior officers. In “THE CHAIR” we placed Dave Zicgcnhagcn with aids Bruce Paterson. Boh Vartdal, and Ellen Gray. Choosing our class ring became the next endeavor; we soon narrowed the field as the “Golden Knight” won a sweeping victory. Since the junior class traditionally sponsors the prom, we had to undertake a money-raising project to secure the necessary funds. Through our magazine drive we more than met our goal. “SUSPENCE filled weeks preceded the A.C.E. tests; finally the dreaded days arrived, and we finished in a frenzy. A surprise awaited us in our senior year, for not until then did we learn the results. We were sports-minded too. for the championship Region Six hockey team had several junior members. “THOSE TWO” personified were Nancy Heller and Bob Owen who became our Girls’ ami Boys’ State representative, respectively. Both agreed that taking part was an experience always to be remembered for two reasons: the lasting friendships which they formed, and the clear picture they received of the inside workings of state government. In May came our first prom. The soft, smooth dancing, dewy-fresh flowers, and shimmering moonlight made us glad we had decided to follow our hearts to the Auto Club. Seniors at last!!! We became the TOAST OF THE TOWN . Heading our class and handling the problems were Dewey Ccdarblade, Les Hill, Nancy Bell, and Phyllis Ohm. THE BIG PAYOFF” came early in the fall for five senior girls when the Homecoming Court was announced. Reigning over the festivities was Queen Donna Knutson, attended by Nancy Bell. Lou Kleeburger, Birdie Thies, and Marlys Tschimperle. Victory with Minnetonka climaxed the hectic hut never-to-be forgotten Homecoming week. We said. “WELCOME TRAVELERS” to 800 delegates from all over Minnesota who visited us when Park played host to the Minnesota State Student Council Convention. Chairman of the planning committees was Bonnie Rollins, all-state secretary for the year. Wielding the gavel over the student council this year wao Bruce Paterson, assisted by treasurer Dianne Hid. A-mong the council's successfully completed projects were Homecoming button sales, planning of the state council convention, and the printing of the student directory. “Green Pastures” the outstanding fall play, gave many talented members of our class a chance to earn the title of “SHOW PEOPLE.” Soon after Christmas we reached the scholastic climax of our high school career when the class rank, the national honor society, the valedictorian, and the salutatorian were announced. Congratulations to you “TOPPERS”. The time came to be measured for caps and gowns; the nearness of graduation became a reality. We familiarized ourselves with styles of printing, too. as we selected our senior cards and announcements. In the spring the excellent production of the Shakespearean comedy. The Taming of the Shrew thrilled the audience; it was a memorable conclusion to our high school acting careers. Before we knew it June had arrived, bringing with it the Prom. This year it was again held at the Automobile Club. The smooth dancing, swishy pastel formats, fresh corsages fragrant flowers, and twinkling moonlight made us realize our LOVE OF LIFE . Then it had arrived-that big day we had awaited for twelve long, wonderful years. We were graduating!! The dances, games, the fun-filled days, dates, club-meetings, tests, vacations, homework, pep-fests, plays — these were behind us only cherished memories now. We felt sad to be leaving Park, the school that has given us so many pleasant years and has done so much to prepare us in our “SEARCH FOR- TOMORROW”. The future lies ahead of us. We truly agree “THIS IS THE LIFE”. 17 DONALD AAMODT At science a whizz. Canteen 4, co-trcas.; Library club 3.4. JAMES ACKERMAN Life’s just fine; I’ve not a care; I’ve saved my brains for future wear SHARON ANDERSEN “Her services are not confined to herself, but extended to others. Risa Tri 2; Rega Tri 3,4. See. 3. Pres. 4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Brush and Palette 2; Canteen 4; Echowan 4; G.A.A. 2,3,4, Vice Pres. 3; Visual Aid 4. GARY ANDERSON He never did nothin' to nobody nohow.” Iota Hi-Y 3,4, Treas. 3. JOAN ANDERSON 'Tremendous in band, tremendous in plays, tremendous in many many ways. Band 2,3,4, Treas. 2; Winter play 3; Fall play 4. MARILYN ABBOTT Music and charms — she has them both. Risa Tri 2; G.A.A. 4; Glee Club 4. KENNETH ANDERSEN 7 do not waste my time, for there’s a future on the wav. Novi Hi-Y 3,4, Sec. 3. Pres. 4; Student Council 3. DENNIS ANDERSON A mighty spirit’s enclosed in his frame. Band 2,3,4. JANICE ANDERSON “T’is better to be small and shine, then to be big and cast a shadow. Poca Tri 2; Toga Tri 3,4; Hall and Building 4; Service Club 4. MANLEY ANDERSON Putt, putt, putt — to the golf course I go. Golf 3.4; Hockey 3,4. ELIZABETH ARNTSEN Quiet as a mouse — until you know her.” Kappa Tri 2; Toga Tri 3,4; Service Club 4. SHAKRON BAIN A bushel of fun, redheaded too, she's game for anything you want to do. Entered from Pascdena. Calif. 3; Biology Club 3; Tri Chi 3; Pep Club 4; Service Club 4. PHILIP BAUMANN Being good is an awful lonesome job. Entered from Hector. Minn. 2. NANCY BELL The hand that hath made you fair hath made you good.” Poca Tri 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Tri Chi 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Co-Editor of Blue Tri Paper 4; Canteen 3.4; Class treasurer 4; Echowan 4; Pep Club 2.4; Queen Attendant 4. ROBERT BERSET Who could ask for anything more when he’s on the basketball floor. Glee Club 2.3,4; Letterman’s Club 2.3.4; Red Cross 2; Baseball 2.3.4; Basketball 2.3.4; Football 3; Student Council 3. JEROME BAEYEN Now that I have an edjcrcation I can go out and conquer the world. Hall and Building 4. TERRY BARTHOLOME lie came, he saw. he conquered — football, hockey, and baseball. Glee Club 2,3; Fidelis Hi-Y 2.3.4. Pres. 3. Trcas. 3, Sec. 4; Letter-man’s Club 2.3,4; Baseball 2,3,4; Hockey 2,3,4; Football 4. JUERGEN BECKER A leader, a scholar, a true blue friend, a writer, an athlete, is there no end? Entered from Oldenburg. Germany 4; Dux Hi-Y 4; Cross Country 4. CHARLES BERG When people are tall, they have farther to fall. Band 2,3,4; Dux Hi-Y 2,3.4, Treas. 4; Football 4. CAROL BISSELL Great actions speak great minds. Kappa Tri 2; Sigma Tri 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Brush and Palette 3,4; Canteen 3,4; Ethics Committee 2; Student Council 2.4, See. 2; Echo 3.4; Co-editor 4. JAMES BOHN JOYCE BLOMQl 1ST “Like a little brook, lovely, but running on and on. Kappa Tri 2; Canteen 2; Hall and Building 3.4; Library Club 2; Service Club. JERKY BOHN “iX either am I. Biology Club 3; Camera Club 2.3.4; Canteen 2.3; Hall and Building 3.4; Bed Cross 2: Visual Aid 2.3.4. ROBERT BRADFORD A man of ability is he, when given a chance to be. Entered from Calif. 2; Fall play 3; One-Act play 3; Winter play 3. BETTY BRODD “A rare combination of wisdom and wit — half wisdom, half wit. Toga Tri 3.4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Echo 4; Echowan 4; Glee Club 3.4; Red Cross 2.3. Sec. 3; Fall play 4. “I'm not alone in this. Biology Club 3; Camera Club 2; Christian Fellowship 2; Visual Aid 2; Hall and Building 4. YVONNE BOLDUC “She seems to be made up of cheerful yesterdays and confident tomorrows.” Canteen 2; Glee Club 2.3,4; Red Cross 2; Service Club 4. JULIA BRAMWELL “Pictures hath charm, and so hath the artist. Prima Tri 2. Pres. 2; Toga Tri 3.4; Blue Tri Treas. 4; Brush and Palette 2.3,4. Vice Pres. 3. Pres. 4; G.A.A. 3; Pep Club 2.3,4, Sec-Treas. 3. Pres. 4; Student Council 4. DONALD BROWN “A likable chap with plenty of snap. Canteen 2.3.4. Gen. manager 3, Co-chairman 4; Class Vice Pres. 2; Ortho Hi-Y 2.3,4. sec. 3; Hi-Y Vice Pres. 4; I.etterman’s Club 2.3,4; “B” Basketball 2. “A Basketball 3.4; “B” Football 2. “A Football 3.4; Track 2.3.4; Student Council 4. SHARON BROW N “Silence will bear no witness against her. Entered from North 4; Service Club 4; Visual Aid 4. JOANN MAE BRYAN “Listening is one great art of conversation. Silver Tri 2; G.A.A. 2; Library Club 2.3.4. ROCHELLE BURGER IDA CAMERON “Short as any dream. Kappa Tri 2, Tress. 2; Zeta Tri 3,4, Vice Pres. 3; Brush and Palette 2,3; Canteen 4; Echowan 4; G.A.A. 2,3,4. BEV ERLY CAMPBELL “As pretty as a picture with a nice frame Risa Tri 2; Zeta Tri 3,4; Brush and Palette 2.3. Sec. 3; Canteen 4; G.A.A. 2; Pep Club 4; Red Cross 4. “Fornet the past, live in the present, and dream of the future. Silver Tri 2; G.A.A. 2; Hall and Building 4; Class play 3; Fall play 4; Red Cross 3. FAITH CARLSON “Too bashful to stay and be praised. Christian Fellowship 2,3,4, Pres. 3; Glee Club 3,4. DUANE CEDARBLADE “One who never turns his back on work, but marches straight forward to success. Canteen 3.4, Treas. 4; Class Pres. 4; Debate 2; Declamation 3; Ethics Committee 4; Glee Club 3.4; Dux Hi-Y 2,3,4, Vice Pres. 3, Pres. 4; lli-Y Cabinet 3; Class play 3; Spring play 2.3; Fall play 3,4; Track 4; Student Council 4; Thespians 3. WILLIAM CHAPMAN “He always has, and always will mean business — monkey business. Band 2,3,4, Vice Pres. 4. DAVID CLINTON “He stoops to nothing except the door. Band 2,3,4; Student Council 2; Rex Hi-Y 2,3,4, Treas. 3, Pres. 4. PHYLLIS CHANDLER “As noisy as a silhouette. Pep Club 2,3. JANET CHRISTENSON “Of service rather than conspicuous. Kappa Tri 2; Toga 3,4; Canteen 4; Echowan 4; Glee Club 3,4; Pep Club 2; Fall play 4. ALVIN COLLIN “Give him a chance; he’ll do the rest. Entered from West 4. CLAUDIA COOK MAROLYN COLNESS As domestic as an apron. Kappa Tri 2; Toga Tri 3,4; G.A.A. 2,4; Hall and Building 4; Red Cross 4; Visual Aid 4. MARCIA COOK “She figures well. Entered from Salem, Oregon 3; Sigma Tri 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Brush and Palette 4; Canteen 4. Recording Sec, 4; Glee Club 4; Hall and Building 3; Fall play 4. SUE D A M M She collects A's, friends, and offices. Risa Tri 2; Tri Chi 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 3; Blue Tri Pres. 4; All-City Blue Tri Pres. 4; Canteen 4; G.A.A. 2.3.4; Clee Club 4, Vice Pres. 4; Pep Club 3.4; Student Council 4. STANLEY I)OERR In our book t’would take a page to honor Stanley's work on stage. Canteen 4; Glee Club 2,3.4; Fidelis Hi-Y 2.3.4. Sec. 3. Treas. 3. Vice Pres. 4; Letterman’s Club 3.4; One-Act play 3; Winter play 3; Childrens play 4; Fall play 3.4; “B” Football 2. “A Football 3; Talent Show Co-Chairman 4; Thespians 3. JAMES DUCK “Young man with a horn. Band 2.3.4; Dux Hi-Y 2,3.4; Winter play 3; Childrens play 4. ’ll All through school she sat tucking knowledge under her hat. Poca Tri 2; Sigma Tri 4; Canteen 4; Echowan 4; Pep Club 3; Service Club 4. MARILYN CROCKER “Her disposition is as sunny as her hair. Arnica Tri 2; Tri Chi 3,4; Sec. 3; G.A.A. 2.3.4; Clee Club 3,4; Pep Club 2; Red Cross 4; Visual Aid 4. EMMETT DECAMBALIZA Me thinks nobody should be sad. Echo 3.4; Fidelis Hi-Y 2.3,4, Pres. 3, Vice Pres. 3; Football Manager 2; Student Council 2; Lctterman's Club 2.3.4. DAVID DOIMER He makes hay while the sun shines, and ‘hey-hey’ while the moon shines. Glee Club 2.3.4; Adelphi Hi-Y 3.4. Vice Pres. 4; Letterman’s Club 3,4; Football 4; Track 2,3. ANNICK DUFRENOY Oui like you. Entered from Paris. France 4. ROBERTA EDEY BARBARA EULERS “Her face is her fortune — it runs into a nice figure. Poca Tri 2; Tri Chi 3,4; C.A.A. 3.4; Glee Club 4; Pep Club 2; Service Club 4; Visual Aid 4. “The glass of fashion and the mold of form. Prima Tri 2, Vice Pres. 2; Sigma Tri 4; Brush and Palette 3,4; Canteen 4; Pep Club 2,3; Service Club 4. RICHARD FEIKER I wish there was some other way to start the day besides waking up. MICHAEL FITZGERALD “Still of voice, but not of mind.' Baseball 4. JANE FREIBORG “The tops in service and sports. G.A.A. 4; Hall and Building 4; Service Club 4, Vice Pres. 4. ROBERT GAGNE Personality plus sincerity. Entered from De LaSalle 3. BRADLEY FINSTAD Be she blond, redhead or brunette, some little gal will get you yet. Entered from North 3; Fall play 4. CAROL FREDRICKSON “I like a man who treats me well and often.” Kappa Tri 2; Toga Tri 3,4, Vice Pres. 3; Pep Club 3; Service Club 4. THERESA GABRYSH Care free and she go hand in hand.' Entered from Washburn 3. JANNA GALE Janna with her curly locks, can’t count her friends — they come in flocks. Rego Tri 4. JUDITH GATTEN “Her grandmother would he jealous of her tiny waist Prima Tri 2. Treas. 2: Tri Chi 3.4; Camera Club 4; Canteen 4; Pep Club 3: Service Club 4, See. 4; Visual Aid 3.4. RONALD CELDERT He stops looks, and whistles. Rand 2.3.4; Fid. lis Hi-Y 2.3.4. Treas. 4; Cross-Country 4; Hockey 4; Track 2.3.4. ANTHONY (TONY) GERBER “In the scenes or behind the scenes, Tony's our hoy” Canteen 4; Declamation 3; Glee Club 2.3.4: Novi Hi-Y 2.3.4. Sec. 3. Treas. 3. Vice Pres. 4; Hi-Y Cabinet 3; Fall Play 3.4; Winter Play 3; Badminton Club 2; Track 2: Student Council 3; Thespians 3. JOAN GERBER “Pates are engagements — not fruits'' Kappa Tri 2. Treas. 2: Sigma Tri 4; Glee Club 3,4. WII.MA GLASSER “She wears the latest clothes and knows the latest dances. Sigma Tri 3.4; Brush and Palette 4; Canteen 4; G.A.A. 2; Hall and Building 4; Fall Play 4: Visual Aid 3. PHYLLIS GOODMAN model of friendliness and form. Entered from North 3; Rega Tri 4. JOAN GRAND “.Vo a bleached blonde either. Kappa Tri 2; Toga Tri 3.4; Brush and Palette 4; Hall and Building 4; Service Club 4. GORDON GONION ‘Wot bad at badminton. Ortho Hi-Y 2, Treas. 2; lota Hi-Y. Vice Pres. 3; Lettemian’a Club 4; Badminton Club 2.3.4. Treas. 2. Pres. 3; Tennis 3.4; Track 3.4. GERALD GOULET A young bachelor who's footloose and fiancc'frec. Entered from Washburn 3; Foot bull. A Squad 4. MARLYS GRANTWIT “She may be tall, but that’s not all.” Prima Tri 2; Zeta Tri 3.4; Echowan 4; Pep Club 2.4; Red Cross 2,3,4. ELLEN GRAt “On the ladder of success she'll have her place among the best. Ri a Tri 2: Silver Tri Cabinet 2: Tri Chi 3.4. Pres. 4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4: Canteen 3,4; Class See. 3; Echo 3: Echotvan Co-Editor 4; Spring Play 3: Fall Play 4: Pep Club 2.3,4: Student Council 4. ROBERT CRONAl They sa he teas once caught studying. Basketball. “B Squad 2: Stage Crew 2.3.4. RICHARD HAGEN “From Tar I; halls to the ‘Halls of Montezuma’. Band 2.3.4: I.etterman's Club 2.3.4; Football. “B” S(|uad 2. “A Squad 3.4. BETTY ANN HANSON Her smile is her weapon.” Hall and Building 3. JOHN HAVSTAD “A politician in the making Canteen 4; Adelphi Hi-Y 2,3,4; Fall Play 3; One-Act Play 3; Spring Play 3; Thespians 3. JUDY GRIFFIN Why 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes’. Arnica Tri 2; Glee Club 3,4; Pep Club 4. RENSHAW HAGEN To stay or not to stay that was his question. KNTTE HAMM EC “ hate women, anti I'm glad I hate 'em. 'cause ii I didn't hate 'em. I'd like 'em and I hate, ’em. Lettennan’s Club 2.3,4; Hockey, “B” squad 2. “A Squad 3.4. THOMAS HANSON Handsome is as Hanson does. Letterman’s Club 3.4; Hockey, “A Squad 2.3.4. FRED IIEDBERG Personality plus dancing feet.’ One-Act Play 3; Spring Play 3. XI NANCY HELLER “She has a career on the tip of her tongue.'' Poca Tri 2. Treas. 2; Biology Club 3; Toga Tri 3,4, Treas. 4; Blur Tri Cabinet 3; Echo 3,4; Class Play 3; Fall Play 4; Girls State 3. DARREL HI EL “Comb down his hair-Look! it stands upright! Echowan 4; Ortho Hi-Y 4; Cross-Country 4; Track 4. DIANNE HIEL “Better than the sun-her smile’s out every day Sigma Tri 3,4; Class Treas. 2; Ethics Committee 4; Hall and Building 4; Fall Play 3.4; Student Council Treas. 4. LESLIE HILL “Our class veep is ‘the top’, he’ll always be the best of the lot. Canteen 3,4, Gen. Man. 3,4; Class Vice Pres. 4; Dux Hi-Y 2,3,4, Sec. 3. Treas. 3. Vice Pres. 4; Cross-Country 3.4; Football, “B Squad 2; Track 2,3,4, Capt. 4; Student Council 3,4. MARLENE HILLEREN “A sport at sports. Poca Tri 2; G.A.A. 3.4; Pep Club 2; Clce Club 3,4. ANN HORN “Talkingest gal around. Risa Tri 2; Sigma Tri 3.4, Treas. 4; Canteen 2,3,4; Christian Fellowship 2; Echo 4; G.A.A. 2,3,4; Library Club 2.3; Red Cross 2; Service Club 4; Student Council 4. NANCY HILDEBRAND “The thinkiest thinker that ever thunk. Prima Tri 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Biology Club 3; Toga Tri 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Echo 3,4. ROBERTA HILLER “The world means something to the capable Risa Tri 2; Biology Club 2; Sigma Tri 3.4. Vice Pres. 3; Canteen 4; Echo 2,3,4; Echowan Co-Editor 4; Glee Club 2,3,4; Student Council 4. “Like a squirrel in its cage; always in action.” Entered from Central 3; Tri Chi 3,4 Treas. 4; Brush and Palette 3,4, Treas, 4; Canteen 4; Echowan 4; Glee Club 3,4; Fall Play 4. ALLAN HOROVITZ “Always wearing a big grin—never knows where his lessons begin. Badminton Club 2,3,4; Student Council 4. PATRICIA HUDSON CECILE HUSNEY “So petite, so neat, with a voice so ‘thweet’. Risa Tri 2; Brush and Palette 3; Glee Club 2,3,4; Red Cross 2; Fall Play 4, NANCY JANES “A redheaded beauty with a sunny future.” Poca Tri 2, Pres. 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Tri Chi 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 3; Brush and Palette 2.3; Canteen 2,3,4; Echo 3,4; Ethics Committee 4; Hall and Building 4; Pep Club 3; One-Act Play 3; Winter Play 3; Red Cross 2.3; Student Council 2.4. W ILFORD JESPERSEN “Drawing on my fine command of language, I said nothing.” Track 3,4. Dark of hair but not of disposition.” Prims Tri 2; Rega Tri 3,4; Echowan 4; G.A.A. 2.4; Glee Club 3.4; Red Cross 3. JUANITA JENNER “A girl judged by her actions and not by her words.” Arnica Tri 2; Zeta Tri 3.4; Hall and Building 4. DALE JOHNSON fFalt Disney’s competitor.' KAY JOHNSON Red of hair, gold of disposition.” Entered from Henry 3; Toga Tri 3; Echowan 4; Glee Club 4; Red Cross 4. SHARON JOHNSON “If silence were golden she’d die a millionaire.” G.A.A. 2. MYRNA JOHNSON “She’s gentle and shy — or is she!” Glee Club 3,4; Pep Club 4. GERALD JOHNSTON Just teases the music out of a piano.” Entered from Roosevelt 3; Canteen 4; Glee Club 3.4; Fall Play 4. DAVID JOY “After the game is over, after the field is clear; straighten my nose and shoulder and help me find my ear.” Chess Club 3; Novi Hi-Y 3.4; Let-terman’s Club 3,4; Football, “B” Squad 2. “A Squad 3,4. CAROLJUEL “The sight of you is good for sore eyes.” Toga Tri 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Class Sec. 2; Student Council 2; Echo 3. JACK KAGAN “Variety is the spice of life, and ht believes in variety.” Entered from Kobinson. N.D. 3; Hall and Building 4; Fall Play 4. DOLORES KIRKEBY “All gladness, no badness.” Entered from Dickinson N. D. 3; Zeta Tri 4; Glee Club 3,4. DELORES KLEIN “Beautiful hair-noticed everywhere. Entered from North 4. JERINE KOCOIJREK “Quietly pretty Arnica Tri 2; Pep Club 4. GERALD KILPATRICK “Camera man about town. Echowan 4; Hall and Building 4; Novi Hi-Y 3.4, Treas. 3, Sec. 4; Cross-Country 3; Track 3. MAR LOU KLEEBERGER “A teen-ager with that happy-go-steady look” Rega Tri 3; Canteen 4; Hall and Building 3.4; Homecoming Attendant 4. DONNA KNUTSON “She moves a goddess; and she looks a queen. Risa Tri 2; Toga Tri 3,4, Sec. 3; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Hall and Building 3; Pep Club 3,4, Vice Pres. 4; Red Cross 3,4, Sec. 4; Student Council 4; Homecoming Queen 4. MARILYN KREHER “A smile that could eat a banana sideways.” Kappa Tri 2; Toga Tri 3,4; Brush and Palette 4; Canteen 4; Pep Club 2; G.A.A. 3.4. ADRIENNE KROMAN IRVING KROGFUS “Mysterious as chop suey. “A pocket edition of the Declaration of Independence Entered from North 3; Rega Tri 4; Echo 4. SANDRA LARSON “Tall and most divinely fair. Poca Tri 2; Tri Chi 3.4; Pep Club 2; C.A.A. 3,4. DOROTHY LEAF Talk about ginger; she's a whole box of spice Poca Tri 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Zeta Tri 4. Treas. 4; Glee Club 3.4; Pep Club 3; Service Club 4. JOHN LAUREN The best way to get rid of noise in your car is to let her drive. Rand 2.3,4; Adelphi Hi-Y 2,3,4; Hi-Y Cabinet 2,3,4; L.et ter man’s Club 3,4; Fall Play 4; Hockey, “B Squad 3. “A” Squad 4; Tennis 2.3.4, GLORIA LEFFLER Swede and lovely. Prima Tri 2; Brush and Palette 2,3,4; G.A.A. 2,3,4; Badminton Club 2,3. DONALD LEONARD Oh that permanent, long may it wave.” Glee Club 3,4; Adelphi Hi-Y 3,4; Football, “B” Squad 2; Fall Play 4. ETHELYN LEVIE Sometimes angel, sometimes elf.” Pep Club 2; Brush and Palette 4. CAROL LERD.AHL A 'sweet’ that’s not fattening. Poca Tri 2; Toga Tri 4; Pep Club 3,4; Service Club 4, Pres. 4; Visual Aid 3. PETER LIND It wearies me to take a uwlk, for when I move around. I always have to lift my foot and put it on the ground.” Entered from Le Sueur, Minn. 4; Children’s Play 4. 1 JANIS UNSTED “Twinkle, twinkle goes her eye, uho, we wonder is the guy.” Arnica Tri 2, Pres. 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Zeta Tri 3,4, Pres. 4; Blue Tri Cabinet 4; Canteen 4, Committee Chair. 4; Echowan 4; G.A.A. 2,3,4, Cabinet 4; Hall and Building 3 Fall Play 4; Service Club 4. RACHELLE MARCH LAS “An angel guides my pencil while I draw. Silver Tri 2; Zeta Tri 3; Canteen 2,3.4. Committee Chair. 4; Echo 3,4; Echowan 4; Red Cross 2: Fall Play 4; Winter Play 3. EARL LUSSIER “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men.” Band 2,3.4; Fidelis Hi-Y 2; Supero Hi-Y 3,4, Pres. 4; Letterman’s Club 3.4; Football “B” Squad 2, “A” Squad 3,4. PAUL MARSCHKE “We’re jealous of his cars.” Canteen 2.3,4. WILLIAM MARTIN “The great art of flirtation” Entered from Mound 3; Glee Club 3,4; Novi Hi-Y 4. BRUCE MATTSON “A tin can, a prayer, a loud noise, and he calls it a car ” Novi Hi-Y 3,4. GROVER McELDERRY “His hair is mouse brown and has a tendency to scamper .” Football “A” Squad 4; Letterman’s Club 4. KEITH MASON “All great men are dead and I don't feel so well myself.” Student Council 2; Canteen 3,4; Adelphi Ili-Y 2, Vice Pres. 2; Iota Hi-Y 3.4, Pres. 3,4; Fall Play 4; Children’s Play 4; Red Cross 3. MARILYN MCDONALD “Four years she lead us in cheers.” Risa Tri 2, Pres. 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Toga Tri 3; Canteen 3,4, Co-chair. 4; Cheerleader 2,3,4, Head Cheerleader 4; Hall and Building 3; Pep Club 2,3,4; Fall Play 4; Winter Play 3; Service Club 4; Student Council 4. JOHN McMASTERS “I'd rather hug a football than any girl I know — almost.” Letterman’s Club 2,3,4; Red Cross 2.3.4, Pres. 3; Football “A” Squad 2.3.4, Co-captain 4; Track 2,3,4; Student Council 3. HUGO MEISSER His thoughts are always worth more than a penny .” Echo 4; Echo wan 4; Rex Hi-Y 2,3.4; Hi-Y Cabinet 4; Letterman’s Club 4; Red Cross 2.3,4, Vice Pres. 4; Badminton Club 2,3,4, Pres. 2; Treas. 3; Cross Country Mgr. 3; Tennis 2,3. MARY KAY MILLIGAN “Personal beauty is a greater recommendation than any letter of introduction. Arnica Tri 2, Treas. 2; Rcga Tri 4, Treas. 4; G.A.A. 2; Echowan 4; Service Club 4; Visual Aid 3. GRETCHEN NELSON Her heart holds a song. Entered from Washburn 3; Toga Tri 4; G.A.A. 4; Glee Club 3.4; Fall Play 4. LEROY NYHLEN 'When I feel like studying I just lie down and the feeling goes away PHYLLIS OHM As popular as money; as sweet as honey.” Arnica Tri 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Zeta Tri 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 3.4; Class Sec. 4; Echo 4; Glee Club 3.4; Pep Club 3; Fall Play 4; Stu-dent Council 2.3. GRETCHEN MILBRATH Fascinating rhythm.” Prima Tri 2; Sigma Tri 3,4. Sec. 3; Brush Palette 3,4; Camera Club 3; Canteen 4; Echowan 4; Service Club 4; Visual Aid 3. DEWAYNE MORNEAU “Shy as lightening. Debate 2,3; Cross Country- 3; Hall and Building 4; Fall Play 4; Spring Play 3. GERALD NORBURY “None but the brave deserve the fair. Band 2,3,4, Vice Pres. 4; Echo 4; Ortho Hi-Y 2.3; Hi-Y Cabinet 3; Lettcrman’s Club 2,3,4, Sec. 3; Vice Pres. 4; Baseball 2,3.4. Co-captain 4; Basketball “B Squad 2; Football “B” Squad 2, “A” Squad 3.4; Hockey 3,4, Co-captain 4; Student Council 2.4. LARRY OHL “You can tell him by the noise he doesn't make. Camera Club 2,3,4; Chess Club 3,4; Badminton Club 3,4. ALLAN OLSON “How about a date in a Ford V-8?” Canteen 4; Stage Crew 2,3,4; Student Council 4. MURIEL OLSON “A silent woman is always better than a tall,alive one. Arnica Tri 2; Rcga Tri 4; G.A.A. 4. ROBERT OWEN “It is always the adventurers who accomplish great things Band 2.3; Boy’s Stale 3; Echo 3.4; Rex Hi-Y 2.3.4. Pres. 3: Letterman’s Club 2.3.4. Pres. 4: Baseball 3,4; Football ‘B” Squad 2, “A Squad 3.4; Hockey 2.3.4. Co-captain 4; Student Council 4. BRUCE PATERSON “Brains galore and a great deal more Band 2; Canteen 4; Class Treas. 3; One-Act Play 3; Student Council 3.4. Pres. 4; Ethics Committee 4. Chair. 4. KAREN PETERSEN Those quiet people often deceive you. Kisa Tri 2: Zeta Tri 3.4; Brush Palette 2.3.4; G.A.A. 2.3.4. JACQELINE PETERSON “She has a whim for the gym. Kappa Tri 2; Biology Club 2; Tri Chi 3.4; G.A.A. 2.3,4, Pres. 4; Hall Building 4; Pep Club 3.4. JOHN (PAT) O'ROURKE “There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish, and those who wish they were Irish.” Band 2.3.4. Treas. 4; Fidelia Hi-Y 2.3.4. Pres. 4: Track 3.4. JAMES PARKS “He was cut out to be an angel, but someone lost the pattern. Echowan 4; Hall Building 4; Rex Hi-Y 2.3.4. Pres. 3. JUDITH PAYTON “Let’s have a party. Entered from Southwest 3; Tri Chi 4; Service Club 4. DONALD PETERSON “ di l it with my little camera.” Camera Club 2.4, Pres. 4; Echowan 4; Novi Hi-Y 3; Visual Aid 4. TAMARA PLIAM “She aluays means business, sometimes.” Poca Tri 2; Zeta Tri 4; Library Club 2,3.4. i DONNA PRENTICE “Feet that run on willing errands.” Arnica Tri 2; Echowan 4; Pep Club 2; Service Club 4. RAY RE1ERSON 7 hate leap year—girls rush me so.” Glee Club 2.3.4; Adelphi Hi-Y 3,4; Letterman’s Club 4; Fall Play 4; Basketball ‘B” Squad 2; Football “B Squad 2; Track 2,3,4. JERRY REMARK “If cavemen were like him — take me back to the Stone Age.” Football “B” Squad 2; Fidelis Hi-Y 2.3,4. FRED ROESSEL “The Presidential seat needs ingenius men like Lincoln, Washington, and me.” Ortho Hi-Y 2,3.4; Football “B” Squad 2, “A” Squad 4. BARBARA (BONNIE) ROLLINS “Beauty and brains are the best of friends.” Poca Tri 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Tri Chi 3,4; Blue Tri Cabinet 3; Declamation 3,4; Echo 3,4; Student Council 4; State Student Council Sec. 4. GORDON RAYMOND “Ambition is the key to success.” Entered from Hopkins 3. DAVEREKDAHL “Here I am girls! Don’t crowd.” Band 2.3; Echo 4, Sports Editor 4; Glee Club 3,4; Letterman's Club 3, 4; Fall Play 4; One-Act Play 3; Spring Play 3; Winter Play 3; Basketball “B Squad 2; Tennis 2, 3.4, Co-captain 4. GARY ROBERTS He puts his problems away for a brainy day.” GENEVIEVE ROGERS “Here's a young lady as good as gold, never too shy or never too bold. Kappa Tri 2; Toga Tri 3,4; Echowan 4; G.A.A. 2; Service Club 4; Visual Aid 3. MARK RUBIN “Good deal Rubin. Ethics Committee 3; Rex Hi-Y 2; Letterman’s Club 2,3.4, Treas. 4; Baseball 2.3,4, Co-captain 4; Basketball “A” Squad 2,3.4; Student Council 3, Vice Pres. 3. 'll JAMES RUD “Don't men I ion motors or you will get him started.” Badminton 2; Canteen 4; Echo 4; Hall Building 3,4; Novi Hi-Y 2. 3.4. Pres 3. Sec. 3; Fall Play 4. CAROLE SAM WAYS “Striving to achieve Arnica Tri 2; Red Cross 3; Tri Chi 3.4; Swimming 2; Echowan 4. STEPHEN SCHODDE “In school or on the court, he is really one grand sport.” Chess Club 3. Pres. 3; Debate 2.3.4; Declamation 3; Echo 4; Echowan 4; Adelphi Hi-Y 2,3.4. Sec. 4; Letter-man's Club 3,4; Fall Play 4; Spring Play 2.3; Red Cross 4; Thespians 3; Badminton Club 2,3,4; Vice Pres. 3. Tennis 2.3.4. DENNIS SKINNER “Why let him be at large girls—he's got everything.” Fidelis Hi-Y 4; Baseball 2.4. BARBARA SMITH “Kindness holds herself ever rich.” Sigma Tri 3.4. Pres. 4; Echowan 4; Library 2; Service Club 4. RALPH RYDLAND “A’o matter where he is or who he's with, he’s happy.” Football “B Squad 2; Glee Club 2,3.4; Adelphi Hi-Y 2,3.4, Sec. 3, Treas. 4. PETER SCHMITT “Young in limbs, in judgment old.” Canteen 4; Declamation 3.4; Ortho Hi-Y 2; Tennis 2,3.4; Student Council 4. BARBARA SENKEL “Periods should be 10 minutes long; five to come and five to go.” Library Club 2; Service Club 4. JACQUELINE SKOREY “Who says the Canadians don’t like America?” Entered from Calgary. Canada 3; Tri Chi 3.4; Echowan 4; Pep Club 4; Badminton Club 3.4; Sec. 3; Visual Aid 4. JULIE SMITH “Smart and clever. Fail? Never! Poca Tri 2; Rega Tri 3.4; Canteen 4; Echo 2,3.4. Co-editor 4; Pep Club 3; Student Council 4. SHARON SMITH “Queen of the ivories Kappa Tri 2; Rega Tri 3.4; Echo 3; Echo wan 4; Clot Club 3.4; Accompanist 4. CLARENCE SPEELMAN 1That which he strives for, he shall attain. BETTY JANE STOCK “More fun than a rubber crutch. Biology Club 2; Brush Palette 2; Library Club 2; Pep Club 4; Rod Cross 4. JANET SWANSON “Although it is a far cry from there to here, she laughed all the nay. Poca Tri 2; Tri Chi 3.4; G.A.A. 3.4; Pep Club 2; Glee Club 4; Hall Building 4. WILLIAM TENEYCK A lad so mild and meek that even his shoes refuse to squeak. Stage Crew 2.3,4. LEE SORENCY A girl with a dancing future. Rega Tri 3; Canteen 4; Cheerleader 4; Echo 4; Hall Building 3; Pop Club 4; Sen-ice Club 4. JOHN STEINHELBER “Ao duty could overtax him. Camera Club 2, Vice Pres. 2; Echo 3.4, 3rd Page Co-editor 4; Dux Hi-Y 2.3.4, Vice Pros. 3; Glee Club 2.3.4; Lelterman’s Club 3.4; Tennis Team 2; Fall Play 4. EDW ARD (NED) STONE “A rolling ‘Stone’ gathers no moss. Ethics Committee 4; Hull Building 4, Co-chair. 4; Rex Hi-Y 2,3,4. Sec. 3. Treas. 3; Hi-Y Cabinet 4; Letter-man’s Club 2.3.4; Baseball 2.4; Football Stu. Mgr. 2; Student Council 4. HI LDA SWEETER Rain is wet; dust is dry; Life is short and so is I. Entered from Washburn 4. BIRDIE TIDES An atomic person in an atomic age. Kappa Tri 2. Pres. 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Toga Tri 3,4, Pres. 4; Blue Tri Cabinet 3,4; Canteen 2,3.4; Echo 4, Co-sec. 4; Homecoming Cochair. 4; Leadership Clinic Co-chair. 3; Pep Club 2; Winter Play 3; Sen-ice Club 4; Thespians 3; Visual Aid 3; Homecoming Attendant 4. PATRICIA TIEDEMANN ANNA TIDWELL “A bit of that Southern hospitality. Entered from Osawatomie, Kansas 4; Zcta Tri 4; Library Club 4; Fall Play 4; Red Cross 4. MARI YS TSCHIMPERLE “The shortest ladies love the tallest men. Sigma Tri 3; Cheerleader 2.3.4; Echo 4; Pep Club 2,3,4; Homecoming Attendant 4. ROBERT VARTDAL “He’s an ‘A’ in every way; in looks, in study, and in play. Canteen 3,4; Class Pres. 2; Class Vice Pres. 3; Fidelis Hi-Y 2.3.4; Hi-Y Cabinet 4; Letterman’s Club 3,4; Baseball 3.4; Basketball “B” Squad 2, “A Squad 3,4; Cross Country 3; Tennis 2; Student Council 2.3,4; U.N. Pilgrim 3. MICHAEL VINZ “Don’t be down in the mouth; remember Jonah, he came out all right. Football 3; Fidelis Hi-Y 2,3,4. W AYNE WELKE “His perseverance carries him through. Chess Club 3.4; Glee Club 3,4; Ortho Hi-Y 3,4, Vice Pres. 4. “A helpful bundle of happiness. Prima Tri 2; Silver Tri Cabinet 2; Rega Tri 3, Vice Pres. 3; Blue Tri Cabinet 3; Canteen 3.4; Echo 2,3.4, 3rd Page Co-editor 4; Glee Club 4; Swimming Team 2; Pep Club 4; Fall Play 4. JULIA VAN SLYKE “She puts all of her troubles into one box; sits on the lid and laughs ’ Entered from Dothan. Alabama 2; Zeta Tri 3. Sec. 3; Red Cross 3; Echo wan 4; Pep Club 4. RONALD VIDEEN “Hockey made his school days a joy. Hockey 2,3,4; Letterman's Club 2,3.4. SANDRA W ALLIN “Quiet but competent. Arnica Tri 2; Zeta Tri 3.4; Echo wan 4. WILLIAM W ESTERDAHL “Another athletic treasure in the family. Canteen 3; Novi Hi-Y 2,3,4. Vice Pres. 2. Pres. 3; Hi-Y Cabinet 3; letterman’s Club 2,3,4; Student Council 3; Football “A” Squad 2. 3,4. Co-captain 4; Track 2,3,4. EDWARD WHEELER “Ifis limbs were cast in manly mold for hardy sports and contests bold.” Band 2,3.4, Treas. 3; Letterman’s Club 4; Basketball “A” Squad 3,4. GEORGIAN WICKHAM “A midsummer knight’s dream.” Rrd Cross 3; Glee Club 3.4. ERNA ZASKE “A little Miss toe’ll really miss.” Entered from Hopkins 3; Sigma Tri 4; Camera Club 4; Canteen 4; Pep Club 4; Red Cross 4. RUSSELL W HIPPS “One of the few that stars at hockey —not ‘hooky’.” Baseball 2,3,4; Hockey 2.3.4. ROGER WILLEN “The deed I intend is great, but what it is, I do not know.” Band 2,3,4; Badminton Club 2,3,4. DAVE ZIEGENHAGEN “The last shall be first — and Dave’s no exception. Band 2; Camera Club 3; Class Pres. 3; Debate 2,3,4; Echo 2,3,4; Ethics Committee 3.4; Glee Club 3.4, Pres. 4; Ortho Hi-Y 2; Supero Hi-Y 3,4. Vice Pres. 3, Treas. 3,4; Children’s Play 4; Kail Play 4; Winter Play 3; Homecoming Co-chair. 4; Leadership Clinic Co-chair. 3; Football “B” Squad 2; Student Council 3,4. 37 'Prettiest £ {«S ■� � r Za Cu-test Ceuf le - j ftaaJ -®unc; I 5cd + Student Council 1 c Y 6tsi k Dancers C INDERfXASSMEN Juniors Junior Class Officers: (LEFT TO RIGHT) V'ice President. Berle Honsey; Secretary. Carolyn Kumpula; Treasurer. Ann Westerdahl; President. Murray Gallinson. Our junior year opened with a hang as we were faced with planning the Homecoming Dance. Helping us to iron out our problems were our officers Murray Galinson, Beryl Honsey, Ann Westerdahl, and Carolyn Kumpula. Since it is traditional for the juniors to sponsor the Prom, we had the problem of paying for this all-important event. A magazine efrive seemed the best way. This called for hard door-to-door work, but we proved our super-salesmanship when our profits skyrocketed. Next we concerned ourselves with the selection of our class ring: after much deliberating. “Starlight” was our final choice. Before we realized it, A.C.E. te ts were upon us. Following these, we solemnly resolved to settle down to work and to study harder. An important decision confronted us when it came time to choose the two lucky juniors who represented Park at Girls’ and Boys State. All too soon our second year in high school was drawing to a close. Early in June came the Prom at the Auto Club. We knew we’d never forget that night, for it was our very first Prom. The delicate pastel dresses, the flowers, the moonlight, the dancing — these were all memories, but as we looked forward with excitement to our biggest year, we juniors truly knew we would “STRIKE IT RICH. Juniors TOP ROW: M. Besner, B. Balkin. Y. Brand, S. Aker. M. Bender, J. Bjorklund. J. Atkin. J. Baker. MIDDLE ROW: D. Anderson. A. Anderson. G. Anderson. D. Anderson, J. Adams. I- Baker, J. Bower. B. Bellows. M. Bloom. BOTTOM ROW: R. Braeher. G. Bardahl. J. Aamodt. R. Albertson. T. Brenden, V. Anderson. D. Bohn. D. Ansel. W. Applebaum. Juniors TOP ROW: M. Carpenter. L. Bro void. J. Doherty. H. Brown, J Doherty. G. Christman. J. Carpen ter. J. Broden. MIDDLE ROW R. Clifford. J. Carlson. W. De Laittre, D. Cooley. D. Dalen. D Button. B. Crystal. R. Dahlstrom S. Carlson. BOTTOM ROW: R Christenson. W. Charland. R. Da mon. D. Dahlen. C. Brown. D. Cur ry. T. Crowley. J. Burke. B. Carl son. ■ ’ Juniors • TOP ROW: B. Felton, M. Goos-sen, B. Fernstrom, G. Ewald, I). Dovenberg, E. Gosh, C. Fet-terley, G. Girard. MIDDLE ROW: M. Eklund, S. Gow. D. Fitzgerald, B. Fox, L. Feiker, P. Franks, J. Ecklund, J. Frank. L. Giffis. BOTTOM ROW: T. Cordon, M. Galenson, J. Carton, R. Fribcrg, C. Eilel, J. Enghauser. M. Goldman, B. Edelen, L. Dryer. Juniors TOP ROW: B. Honsey, C. Holm. M. Houll, J. Helget, J. Grunske, B. Hansen, M. Hall, B. Hobart. MIDDLE ROW: D. Horstkorta. N. Holland, I). Hoberg, J. Hobert, S. Heim-dahl, G. Guderian, R. Graves. M. Hambleton, C. Hedlund. BOTTOM ROW: R. Gustafson. K. Griffith. D. Harstad, K. Hel-seth, J. Griffith. B. Howard, J. Horn, L. Harrison, S. Hendrickson. Juniors TOP ROW: C. Hughes, N. Keyt, D. Jones, B. Hutchinson, J. Jacobson. J. Klang, S. Kaplan. MIDDLE ROW: D. John-son, D. Hurth, R. Invie, K. Jaglo. G. Kaeppel, L. Johnson, K. Jacobson, S. Jewett, E. Howard. BOTTOM ROW: K. Kinstler, R. Johnson. D. Jones, M. Justad, D. Kargell, J. Hyatt, R. Ilstrup, A. Kendall, R. Joing. Juniors TOP ROW: J. I.ahr, P. Lamb. P. Larson, M. Marshall, J. Lelag, A. Lohbcrg, D. Mar-schke. B. LaSalle. MIDDLE ROW: C. Kumpula, Y. Lindquist, R. Lind, K. Knippen- burg, P. Lyons, R. Lyle, R. Lind, C. Lapp. N. Mayeron. BOTTOM ROW: J. Krueger, G. Legrande, R. Matchan, R. Koeneman, T. Lunow, C. Laz-erine, A. Marcus, M. Lundquist, R. Koeneman. •7 Juniors TOP ROW: T. Nelson. J. Mor-neau. J. Otis, S. Odean. C. Miller, E. Olson, H. Nemerov, P. Moran, K. Nelson. MIDDLE ROW: M. Peterson, C. Odean, D. Nash, C. Meisscr, J. Otis, R. Moore, L. Neff, J. Nyman. C. Peterson. BOTTOM ROW: J. Patterson, P. Olson. I). Newby, W. Newdall, R. Paulsen. L. Papesh. T. New-house, F. Ostrom, V. Olson. D. Petersen. Juniors TOP ROW: D. Rudeen. J. Roth. B. Rucdiger. D. Schultz, P. Schiltz. M. Sargent. 1?. Pfeifer. B. Scherling, J. Pierson. MIDDLE ROW: G. Rappaport, M. Pliam, T. Ryan. W. Schooner, P. Ravine, U. Schwenk, J. Rorman, S. Rohr, A. Schmeidel, B. Phillips. BOTTOM ROW: A. Schoenberger, W. Roth. D. Ptacek, R. Rice, M. Porter, C. Quinn, P. Peterson. J. Sand-quist, M. Rubin. B. Gassier. Juniors TOP ROW: J. Sims. C. Sund-quist. S. Selness, I). Segal, J. Swanson, R. Shinn. N. Taylor. A. Simons, P. Tesch. MIDDLE ROW: R. Switzer, J. Stafford, W. Swanson, M. Shervey, J. Serrell. M. Sheffel, H. Slomin-ski, B. Thompson, J. Shoden. BOTTOM ROW: I). Tessmer, M. Silverman. G. Swenningsen, J. Tappan. D. Thics, M. Segal, G. Smith, R. Stern. E. Klee-berger. Juniors TOP ROW: J. Woldsdale, H. Steenson, M. Walker, B. Zavod-sky, E. Wallander, G. Worthing-ham, A. Westerdahl, M. Walde-land, J. Vollmer. MIDDLE ROW: L Todd, N. Winer. B. Nielsen, C. Youngkin, T. Veil-lerex, A. Vcttling, P. Wilson. M. Zimmar, C. Werner. BOTTOM ROW: P. Wohlford, W. Viitala. D. Wheeler. P. Tinker, J. Zimmerschied, D. Wyman, N. Vileen. J. Zorin. C. Voss. Sophomores Sophomore Class Officers: (LEFT TO RIGHT) President, Mark Jansen; Treasurer. Tom Tyler; Vice President. Jack Scott; Secretary, Sally Brunzel; (seated). School held a deeper meaning for us as we become sophomores. This year our class had homeroom delegates on the student council; Bud Burnham of our class skillfully served as secretary of the council. Classes seemed very strange, too, when we discovered dissection in biology and proofs of geometry theorems. Endless opportunities opened up to us because we could join all kinds of senior high activities. Judy Garber became our representative on the cheerleading squad, and when the “Emperor’s New Clothes’’ and “Green Pastures” casts were announced, we noted several sophomores were playing parts. We soon found our full social schedule took us “AROUND THE TOWN.” Our officers were Mark Jansen, Jack Scott. Sally Brunzel, and Tom Tyler. They helped us plan our big class dance, “The Soph Ball” which everyone agreed was a big success. Soon June arrived and we set to work planning the reception for the seniors. “Where has this year gone?” we kept asking ourselves. Our sadness and wonder vanished when we realized next year we would be juniors! Sophomores TOP ROW: J. Allas, M. Bostrom, M. Boyce. J. Browne, L. Bloom. G. Anderson, J. Baker. A. Bradley, B. Anderson. MIDDLE ROW: R. Aronson. K. Alhinson. D. Beaudry, D. Borgen, K. Amidon, J. Best. S. Bergan, M. Anderson, D. Beyer. BOTTOM ROW: G. Brame. B. An-derson, L. Bamum, G. Barton, J. Bastahle, II. Avery. R. Atwood, I). Bizal, J. Bangh. Sophomores TOP ROW: M. Dahlstrom. D. Burmeister, G. Currie. M. Diete-man. H. DeCamhaliza. J. Davies, W. Bury. MIDDLE ROW: C. Cook. T. Browthen, M. Darr, D. Carlson, W. Cutcliffe. S. Cooperstock, V. Qemensen, C. Clark. D. DeVore. BOTTOM ROW: J. Christopher-son. A. Croxford. T. Craven, S. Brunzell, C. Crimipins, T. Dole, J. Dale. A. Chambers, D. Dailey. Sophomores TOP HOW: L. Gallob. L. For tier. J. Garber. B. Erickson, S Foster. M. Erickson, J. Enest vedt, P. Donna. J. Friedlund MIDDLE ROW: R. Farmer. J Friedlund, E. Dowd. J. Fryer M. Doimer, J. Erickson, D Falk, H. Dubish, R. Erickson BOTTOM ROW: S. Garland G. Fulford, M. Elstrom. J. Els nes, M. Doran. J. Duck. B English. H. Frank. K. Elverum Sophomores TOP ROW: D. Hague. N. Haag, J. Henry, I). Graf, B. Hamlin. R. Haugen, W. Haight. M. Gust. J. Goldberg. MIDDLE ROW: L. Haenny. S. Hamilton, J. Hanson, M. Gust. J. Hansell, S. Goldberg. D. Herzog, R. Hall. E. Hall. A. Gelhar. BOTTOM ROW: J. Hagen, T. Ganyo, R. Herfert. S. Hegedus, M. Hal-leen, W. Gcrccke, K. Hclscth, R. Gilles, D. Griffiths. K. Gron-vail. Sophomores TOP ROW: K. Kabrud, D. Jes person, R. Johnson. J. Johnson D. Johnson. D. Jensen, J. Hunt cr. P. Jobes. R. Jacobson. MID DLE ROW: T. Hughes. J. John son. J. Hummel, J. Horn. J Jarvi, J. Jacobson. C. Johnson R. Jacobson, I). Jacobson, R Kays, M. Hurth. BOTTON ROW: B. Johnson, R. Johnson N. Hoffman. R. Jones. K. John son. J. Hull. D. Johnson, M Jansen. R. Kahlcr, M. Invie. Sophomores TOP ROW: B. Kemper, M. Lund. K. Kiesner, L. Leonard. P. King, M. Knutson, L. Levitt, M. Krogfus, J. Koivula. MIDDLE ROW: R. Klimmek. D. Lorsung, M. LaValley, M. Koelfgen. G. Kittelson, G. Langbehn, S. Lavine, J. Laugen, D. Lava. BOTTOM ROW: D. Korbcl, B. Kuiper. L. Kravetz. J. Lyle. R. Kocourek, D. Larson, R. Lien. J. Lindahl, R. Lind berg. Sophomores TOP ROW: P. Macfarlane, K. McCourincy, J. Mayeron, S. Mudick. J. Newdall, J. Morton. G. Novach. C. Novak. S. Morton. MIDDLE ROW: P. Mid-dleton. J. Nelson, I). MacLeod, C. Nisser, M. Nelson. J. Man-set. A. Mattson. M. McCanncy, J. Niemi..BOTTOM ROW: I). Nord, R. Mavis. D. Nordquist, G. Nesheim, L. Nelson. D. Neumann. K. Meland, R. Nelson, G. May. Sophomores TOP ROW:M. Osgood. S. Peterson, S. Reierson. S. Perkins, B. Pfeifer, A. Ranallo, M. O’Rourke, S. Oldcnberg; J. Nyhlen. MIDDLE ROW: D. Ravitz. B. Rempfcr, I). Pratt, K. Peterson. J. Peek. J. Olson. N. Parry. C. Pettit, C. Obenauf. BOTTOM ROW: G. Peterson. J. Nunkc, D. Patrick, J. Plais-ted. D. Pullen. C. Robinson. T. Dale, A. Oliver, R. Oas. Sophomores TOP ROW: P. Rogers, M. Roessel, V. Stern, V. Stern, T. Steiner, J. Sundquist, J. Skeie, M. Sellin. MIDDLE ROW: J. Sanders, S. Shaw, R. Sorenson, W. Sincock, S. Rubin. P. Stoen. R. Syverson, S. Steele. K. Strand, F. Remos. BOTTOM ROW: J. Scott, R. Swenberger, T. Ryan, W. Sunde, J. Salo, R. Schiltz. M. Rollins, W. Storm. J. Shaw, J. Sandell. Sophomores TOP ROW: A. Videen, J. Wheeler, S. Zandaroski, D. Turner, M. Wolters, J. Woz-niak, B. Trainger. MIDDLE ROW: D. Welke, W. Wagamon, M. Trubshaw, A. Westby, G. White, M. Weyrauch. G. West-berg. T. Tyler. BOTTOM ROW: E. Zaun. J. linger, L. Thompson. J. Thompson, B. Triethart, R. Winter, R. Young, T. Thorsen, J. Wozniak. Freshmen Freshmen Class Officers: (LEFT TO RIGHT) Treasurer, Jane Riebe; President, Jon Radabaugh, Secretary. Lois Youngren. Missing: Vice President. Tom McDonald. Heading the junior high this year gave us many added privileges. Representing us as president of the junior high student council was Roger Plantikow; Tint McNellis was our cheerleader on the senior high squad. Our satisfaction was great when our homecoming float was among the winners. Canteens were planned for social pleasure, with assistance from our officers, Jon Radabaugh, Tom McDonald, Lois Youngren, and Jane Riebe. With the arrival of spring our fancy lightly turned to thoughts of the Tropical Canteen. At this important event a freshman orchid queen was chosen to reign. Excited and a little fearful we realized our experiences as freshmen were but a “PROLOGUE TO THE FUTURE.” Freshmen TOP ROW: J. Anderson. L. Anderson. J. Baker, D. Beckerton, N. Bechtel. J. Anderson. B. Avery, R. Aksteter. MIDDLE ROW: D. Asp-lund, M. Banister. J. Bastablc, B. Beatty, G. Anderson, B. Andersen, D. Anderson, N. Aldcrson, P. Anderson. BOTTOM ROW: C. An-derson, J. Anderson, W. Baver, J. Anhorn. C. Adams. K. Armour. J. Baumrucher. J. Anderson. S. Barnes. Freshmen TOP ROW: J. Bock oven. P. Bys-tedt. C. Blomberg, D. Carlson, P. Cameron, J. Burke, B. Burkhardt, C. Bowers, S. Borer. C. Christensen. MIDDLE ROW: J. Booth, H. Cardinal, M. Busch, N. Christiansen, B. Brice, S. Bigalke, C. Bolduc, P. Carlson, J. Calhoun. N. Caudill. S. Campbell. BOTTOM ROW: A. Bergc, J. Bjornstad, L. Carlson, J. Botten. T. Beuson, B. Brown, M. Blomquist, J. Cheever, J. Christiansen, E. Carlson. Freshmen TOP ROW: J. Essig, S. Crocker, J. Elliasen. M. Dowell. B. Drake. G. Creycr. J. Cotten, R. Cady. R. Cady, J. Cichnsz, M. Ciffone. MIDDLE ROW: K. Corey. B. Dahl. R. Dahlen, S. Eimer. J. Dahl. P. Collins, E. Danz, P. Daley, K. Douthitt, C. Erickson, M. Daniel. BOTTOM ROW: T. Davidson, J. Carroll. M. Brown, B. Eggleton, E. Cihoske, L. Couglas, E. Dietz, M. Connery. M. Edwins. L. Cowl, M. Downing. � l 1 Freshmen TOP ROW: B. Johnson. J. Levendusky, S. Lubet, J. Korn-rnerstad, J. Kinser, S. Lis . J. Lindquist, P. Lowry, E. Karol. J. Jondahl. J. Klein. MIDDLE ROW: J. Lidbeck, R. Jones. F. Johnson. P. LaPaync, S. Keeley, C. Larr. J. Jones. R. Lagerquist, A. Jewett, G. Kirschhaum, A. Kirschbaum. BOTTOM ROW: S. Lofrano. D. Johnson. J. Johnson. J. Keating. W. Krake, R. Liebo, A. Johnson, M. Kruger. L. Kumpula. W. Johnson, R. Johnson. Freshmen TOP ROW: M. McCourtney, H. Margulas, M. Moore, J. Mickeb son. J. McElmurry, G. Mell-gren. C. Morine. J. Mortenson, J. McTague. G. Nordstrom. MIDDLE ROW: T. McNellis. T. Millar. T. MacDonald, B. Molitor, J. Nelson, M. Me-Elderry. N. Newton. L. Nese, M. Morse. B. Nordwall, J. Mackey. BOTTOM ROW: D. Moeller. G. Merfeld. P. Mos-torn, I. Martinson, 1). Nord-berg, L. Nord, J. Mase, B. McAllen. J. Nolan. T. Norris. C. Macllravic. Freshmen TOP ROW: M. Gepner. S. Gross, C. Freedlund. J. Frci-borg, E. Dodley, G. Gay, G. Franzen, M. Felland, J. Gorman. MIDDLE ROW: D. Griffin. B. Codden, C. Guderian. B. Goodman. K. Glander, M. Goldberg, R. Galanter. K. Flan-nigan, R. Forsberg. BOTTOM ROW: L. Flagg, J. Crehl, B. Guild. C. Gordon, G. Granz-berg, F. Forsberg, L. Ful-bright, J. Havstad, L Francis. J. Finney. Freshmen TOP ROW: R. Hartmann. B. llenningson, D. Hall, B. James, D. Haight. H. Hanson. D. Hays. S. Jaeobson. MIDDLE ROW: J. Huttner, G. Hoffman, R. Horwitz, P. Hummel, P. Holm, K. Hoover. V. Helget, H. Hof-strand. P. Holland. BOTTOM ROW: R. Hartert, A. Janes, J. Hiner. C. Heinecke, A. Hunt, R. Hicks, R. Jacobson, J. Hamlin. C. Hulke. Freshmen TOP ROW: G. Piehl. J. Pehle. L. Odean, T. Pegors, B. Paske. B. Pliam, H. Ottery; MIDDLE ROW: M. Papesh. B. Pearson, R. Olson, J. Pulliam, G. Peterson. H. Palmquist, W. O’Connor, R. Porter, S. Otis; BOTTOM ROW: R. Planti-kow, D. Quade. D. Olson. D. G. Peterson, II. Palmquist, W. Olson, R. Paterson, J. Phillips. P. Paterson, C. Olson, L. Peterson. Freshmen TOP ROW: C. Robhins, C Saliterman, J. Serigstad, J Riebe, J. Sandstrom, S. Rob bins, J. Rutherford, G Schwartz; MIDDLE ROW: E Rudd. S. Rockvam, B. Rein, K Schlong, G. Rekdahl, J. Ryan S. Rosenfeld, C. Reed; BOT TOM ROW: J. Radabaugh, T Scallon. J. Sargent, L. Rasmus sen, II. Rutledge, J. Richard son, J. Roller, R. Selander, D Sellin. Freshmen TOP ROW: L. Tilton. C. Sor-enson. L. Stimpson, R. Tilton, B. Shapiro, L. Stecnson, L. Udell, S. Swanson; MIDDLE ROW: R. Solie, J. Stafford. W. Torodor. B. Shopp, J. Truhn, M. Slavin, K. Starkey, M. Sel-den; BOTTOM ROW: R. Shank. D. Turner, R. Thompson. S. Storm. G. Speliopoulos, V. Tuttle, D. Spanicr, S. Steiner, R. Todd. Freshmen TOP ROW: M. Vandercook, V. Wasserman, B. Whittemorc, R. W'illiams, J. Whitley, J. Young, N. Zavodsky, P. Vandercook, K. Waataja; MIDDLE ROW: D. Vickerman, N. Witstine, C. Weyer, T. Youngblood. R. Yonder Heide, T. Wright, L. Youngren, M. Whipps, S. Zimmar; BOTTOM ROW: T. Zonn. V. Walker. J. Whalen, L. Waldock, B. Ziegenhagen, C. Zerban, R. Wigen, J. Zaske, J. Weinard, J. Williams. 1 ■ Eighth Grade Officers left to right: Secretary. Mary Youngblood; Vice President, Roger Montgomery; Treasurer, Vem jarosak; President. Susan Halleen. “ADVENTURE” filled our second year in junior high school. Directing our class activities were Sue Halleen, linger Montgomery, Mary Youngblood, and Vem Jcrosak. We participated actively in the junior high student council. “Just Us”, the underclassmen newspaper, gave many of us with writing ability a fine opportunity to gain experience. Our canteens were a pleasure too. and working on them presented a real challenge. We are a little thrilled as this year ends, lor next autumn will find us freshmen. Then rightfully we will claim those front auditorium seats and assume the responsibility for which they stand. Eighth Grade TOP ROW; C. Barry, L. Abramson, D. Anderson, J. Bloinberg, C. Brawihen, N. Beers. C. Banbury, G. Bren den. R. Anderson. ]. Adams. R. Bates; MIDDLE ROW: K. Brooks, C. Abies, J. Aarness, J. Reck, D. Arndt. J. Bissell, B. Bagger, R. Balkin, N. Bee, J. Becker, 11. Anderson; BOTTOM ROW: J. UUnvtrom, D. Andreen, D. Anderson, N. Atwood. S. Anderson, M. Anthony, B. Anderson, S. Blair, J. Benson, J. Alexander, S. Anderson. Eighth Grade TOP ROW: N. Bechtel, N. Cohn, E. Christenson, R. Carlson. B. Brown, R. J. Carlson, I). Burger, J. Burnham, S. Canton, B. Burmeister, C. Carlherg; MIDDLE ROW: A. Cheleen, N. Coupe, N. L. Boehme. B. Brunzcll, J. Chris topherson, M. Brown, B. Books, 11. Chazankin. K. Cherry, K. Bystedt, B. Bakke; BOTTOM BOW: J. Carlson, I). Brose, S. Burrv, J. Cagelow, J. Costello, J. Buhse. B. Bracket, C. Cooper. K. Carlson. M. Bumstein, C. Brawihen. Eighth Grade TOP HOW : F. Fortier. G. D Puc, W. Dean, 0. Facker. Duckett, J. Adams. I). Ewii H. Ekstrum, S. Fish, D. Don G. Dunn; MIDDLE HOW: Cravens, S. Digcdio, M. eslvedl, M. Davis, 1). Dahl EUlrorn, P. Eckenberg, Costello, D. Ermanlroul r. M. EttKman; HO’V HOW: B. ElHasen, H. Frit J. Dolan, K. Flvctum, N. T. Fitzgerald, T. Forcli Fidsmore, H. Cutcliti File (sen, C. Damm. Eighth Grade TOP ROW: K. Frijino, D. Geldert. G. Gaiser. N. Foss. 15. Halper. G. Frank, A. Freeman, P. Goosscn, S. Gepner; MIDDLE ROW: M. Garland. P. Hagghcrg, K. Halvorson. J-. Goeizcn-berger, J. Gorham. J. Gronau. J. Gardner. M. Gra-venhorst. E. George, C. Glaser: BOTTOM ROW: M. Halloran. F. Hammel, S. Grahn. R. Freeman. J. Gehrig, G. Gaasland, M. Frilstad, C. Gretzen. J. Hamhleton. J. Gerber, S. Halleen. TOP ROW: J. Hecklund. C. Johnson. M. Hocking. L. Jones. E. Hammerlund, L. Holmes. J. Hermstad, H. Holland, M. Harincar, R. Howard. J. Hartqurst; MIDDLE ROW: B. Hoppen-rath. D. Jenner, N. Huttner, B. Johnson. C. Johnson. D. Hildebrand. D. Johnson. L. Jansen, S. Haynes. C. Johnson. N. Horincarc, C. Hrc-ha: BOTTOM ROW: D. Johnson. V. Jarosak. R. Hoag. R. Huebncr. S. Hoffman. G. Hincr. G. Holmgren. N. Hempstead. M. Jorgenson. W. Hanson. E. Husnev. TOP ROW: C. Johnston. B. Kruegar. D. Klienfeldt. T. Johnson, H. Johnson, R. Posschl, K. Kovack, W. Krueger, R. Johnson. L. Johnson, S. Johnson: MIDDLE ROW: M. Kendal. M. Kendall. G. Keifer, H. Korsh, S. Johnson. L. Johnson. S. Lindquist, C. Krause, M. Jones. K. Knudson, W. Kaufman: BOTTOM ROW: J. Lehens, T. Lindquist. J. Kiewel, D. Anderson, G. Johnson. P. Johnson. K. Kovack, M. Kargel. B. King, K. Keldahl. T. Jones. TOP ROW: G. Peterson. R. Maas. W. Krueger, J. McCarty, G. Matchan. J. Lund, I). Loberg, L. Marfell. J. Margulies; MIDDLE ROW: P. McLeod, N. Lies, S. Me-Hugh, G. Middag. S. Lauren. L. Lindquist. J. MeCanncy, M. Makousky, T. Lea. B. Lazarus, R. La-Perriere; BOTTOM ROW: D. Majestic. E. Lindborg, J. Krueger, J. Krueger, J. Lien, D. Magrew, R. Lazo-rik. R. Lqgrand, B. Martinson, J. Marcus. S. Lcnmark. ■ � J' Eighth Grade TOP ROW: S. Moss, W. Murray, R. Oas. L. Nelson, D. Nelson, S. Moore. R. Moore; MIDDLE ROW: G. Nelson, A. Nordeen, M. Mouehka, M. Nordquist, P. Osterberg, D. Molke, C. Mykleby, D. Nelson, M. Morton; BOTTOM ROW: K. Nichols. J. Mittelstadt, E. Nelson, 0. Nyman, J. Middleton, A; Moran, J. Meyer. R. Montgomery, R. Mostrom. TOP ROW: T. Rodberg, A. Patterson, W. Sabi. W. Pearson. H. Owens, I.. Redman. T. Rutledge, B. Robinson, D. Rose. R. Prager; MIDDLE ROW: D. Ras-mussen, R. Rankin. J. Pal lock, D. Raymond, J. Schaeler. I). Nygaard, K. Schleicher, R. Possehl, R. Reith. J. Robertson. M. Phillips; BOTTOM ROW: R. Oliver, C. Peterson, K. Rudquist. S. Sand, M. Reid, B. Rose. S. Schein, N. Ptashne, P. Schertzer, J. Phyle. TOP ROW: J. Sincock, A. Schmalz, D. Syverson, M. Skcie, R. Shaw, G. Tanke, M. Shedlov, T. Stone. K. Simons, M. Storm, M. Swcn-berger; MIDDLE ROW: S. Secor, K. Simonson. A. Thompson, J. Senkel, D. Smith, R. Taylor, J. Sted-man, S. Strom, K. Schodde, M. Stenrud, W. Stiehm: BOTTOM ROW: P. Ste-phenson, S. Skinner, L. Keldahl, J. Splan, G. Thompson. L. Stiehm, M. Shedlov, P. Schneider, M. Seveland, P. Sunde. TOP ROW: R. Weraick, J. Williams, D. Traxinger, J. Williams, S. Zimmerman, R. Townsend, S. Vnagcn, J. Young, M. Waatja, D. Vet-tling, J. Thulin; MIDDLE ROW: S. Wheeler. J. Town-send, P, Thompson, D. Tollcfsbal, S. Zimmerman, S. Weinard, J. Trulson, G. Warren, M. Youngbolld, B. Watts. J. Ziskin; BOTTOM ROW: D. Zelan, D. Turn-quist, R. Thorstenson, R. Wittman, S. Youngkin, M. Nord, R. Woodbury, A. Wexler, B. Wilcox, L. Whitney, N. Wallace. Vice President, Jerry Jones; Secretary, Bill Johnson; Treasurer, Neil Berthe; President. Vern Strand, (seated) Seventh Grade Officers Caught in “THE MARCH OF TIME” we found ourselves in the first year of junior high. Four competent members of the class of ’59 — Vern Strand, Jerry Jones. Billy Johnson, and Neil Berthe — were chosen to be our officers. With them we explored and discovered all the strange new events that helped prepare us for the happy years to come. Worrying over numerous tests and math notebooks occupied much of our time; we and our partners crammed the tiny lockers full; we scrambled hastily between classes. Our very first chorus was an unforgetable experience, too, and the canteens were loads of fun. W'e took part in extra-curricular activities as we attended plays, concerts, programs, pep fests. and symphonies. In the spring came Seventh Grade TOP ROW: B. Belknap, L. Bick. B. Baker, J. Bolton, G. Anderson, N. Bagger, M. Bar-tole, B. Anderson. M. Banker; MIDDLE ROW: K. Aarness, B. Benson, M. Bank, C. Bel-land, M. Aronson, G. Abies, S. Berstein, D. Avery, S. Alexander, A. Anderson, M. Atkin; BOTTOM ROW: M. Askerman, D. Benson, J. Angier, G. Bartz, M. Alaspa, M. Bergron, S. Abcrle, K. Bakkcn, C. Berg. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: W. Kilian. L. Kirkland. J. Katz, C. Johnson. K. Koelfgen. B. Kleifgen, D. Knox, W. Johnson; MIDDLE ROW: R. Joy, R. Kairies, B. Johnson. P. Johnson, J. Kjelwik, M. Johnson, N. Kroiner, K. Johnson, N. Jensen; BOTTOM ROW: L. Johnson, B. Kalos, A. Johnson, L. Johnson, J. Eriekson. R. Johnson. E. Klug-man, J. Jones, R. Johnson. Seven lb C ratio TOP ROW: K. Dahl. R. Cook. II. Danz, S. Desnick, S. Eder, I). Christman. J. Donafue, E. Curtiss. J. Clifford. J. Daniels; MIDDLE ROW: C. Clifford. B. Cohen. M. Chose. M. Cichosy, J. Copeland. J. Bryon. I). Cooley. R. Christianson. R. Dahl. R. DeMaster; BOTTOM ROW: S. Chalfen. R. Cummings. J. Dorn. K. Dokken. J. Dirksen. R. Corrie. J. do Boom. J. Dailey. 1). Cheener. W. Deuts-cher. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: C. Emerson. S. Feltes. J. Felber. J. Essig. J. Fernstrom. K. Erdmann. R. Etlin. P. Eve, I). Friehorg; MIDDLE ROW: R. Elie. S. Ecklund. F.. Erickson, I). Dyp-wiek, K. Falkman. I). Erickson. D. Dougherty. J. Fine, G. Fingerman. J. Feiker; BOTTOM ROW: M. Fernstrom. A. Finn. V. Ehlen. G. Fiek. I). Dorn, G. Eide, J. Erickson, D. Evans. D. Douthitt. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: B. Hanson. N. Gustafson, B. Hayes, B. Hanson. J. Hand. C. Graves. J. Finne. I). Friedman; MIDDLE ROW; D. Hagen. R. Gran-berg, D. Gosh, H. Goodman. N. Goldberg, R. Gatzmer. J. Frick, R. Hansen, N. Frank, T. Gabbert; BOTTOM ROW: P. Gooding. S. Hagen. A. Griffiths, S. Joines, A. Glor-vigen. J. Graf. R. Gallati. F. Fuehrer. L. Flat tern Seventh Grade TOP ROW: J. Hayes, A. Gustafson. I). Hobart. R. Herzog. K. Henningson. N. Hem-stock. D. Hol .er, G. Horovitz; MIDDLE ROW: I). Hutchinson. B. Harding, E. Hart«|iiist. P. Hoban. P. Hengen, S. Hin-shaw, R. Humboldt, R. Houglid; BOTTOM ROW: M. Huebner. S. Husney. J. Haugen. A. Heimdahl. S. Hawkins. P. Hirschthal. A. Herivitz. I). In-gebright.-on. J. Hembre. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: J. Miller, I). McLean, N. Mickclson, W. Mik-kola. M. Moller, C. Mika, B. Moore. I.. Marty. U. Mellgren; MIDDLE ROW’: M. Millar. M. Matthiessen. A. Makousky, C. Mcllravie, L Mattson, P. McCauley, I). Mohn. B. Matthews. C. McKinley; BOTTOM ROW: S. Millar, K. Micky. D. Meisler, S. O’Dean. L. Marra. J. Mellang, T. Meland, C. Marx. D. Milbrath. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: M. Kuhn. A. Kro-nick. K. Lindquist. W. Korstad. J. Laurel. G. Kravetz, K. Lewis. G. Lackila. S. Leffler; MID-DLE ROW: D. Laird. J. Lar-son. G. Kriv, J. Kurson, V. Larson, K. Kohler. N. Loren. P. Lihhy, L. Leventhal; BOTTOM ROW: J. Lohso. P. Kurz. D. l jckhart. B. Langselh. J. Larson. J. Kumpula. K. Lind-horg, S. Larson, B. Lea. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: J. Burneister, R. Buie. A. Bloomquist, B. Bur-meister, D. Bodmer. G. Cafarella; MIDDLE ROW: B. Bina. B. Betland. A. Cameron, S. Borer. S. Brown, H. Besner, L. Carlson; BOTTOM ROW: R. Brand. J. Broughton. J. Bix. A. Carter. G. Carlson, S. Burn-stein, S. Bevis. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: F. O’Dean. G. Mykleby, L. Nordstrom, M. Nesheim, N. NyJandcr, G. Nor-din. I). Nyman; MIDDLE ROW: B. Moore. P. Nadler. S. Nelson, W. Nispel. D. Naigale, J. Otis, R. Olson, P. Nichols; BOTTOM ROW: D. Nelson, K. Mollet, L. Mowrey. K. Ohm, N. Nichols, C. Nordberg, K. Olson, J. Nelson. B. Nash. Seventh .Grade TOP ROW: J. Paulson. L. Reiter. L. Payne, S. Perkins, N. Pratt, T. Prin. H. Piehl. G. Pliam; MIDDLE ROW: J. Peterson. C. Pudlick, F. Rapp. J. Ravitz. S. Raygor. J. Renne, V. Peterson, R. Peterson, T. Rempfer; BOTTOM ROW: P. Penniman, S. Quade, S. Pas-coe, D. Peterson. J. Phelps, D. Peterson. J. Palen. J. Patterson, B. Rachau. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: D. Saari. B. Scher-ling. J. Senear. P. Scott. L. Senear, R. Rose. P. Rogers. A. Segal; MIDDLE ROW: M. Schultz, N. Sell, S. Seagren, J. Shiglev, S. Rueben. J. Rosier, D. Seirup, G. Sandquist; BOTTOM ROW: J. Schueler. J. Ruble. N. Segal. J. Row. A. Rossman, S. Schugg, B. Sewall, C. Schmeidel. T. Rudd. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: J. Spillcke, C. Stockineir, D. Sjostrom. D. Spencer, R. Spencer, T. Stein-helber, J. Slemenda, 1’. Snyder; MIDDLE ROW: L. Stunick, D. Swanson. R. Sizer. R. Sizer, G. Shaw. B. Stuebing. B. Stafford, B. Shourt, H. Stone; BOTTOM ROW: V. Strand. B. Sievert, R. Sinkey, J. Shaw, D. Snowder, D. Shank. D. Smith, M. Snith, W. Stevenson. Seventh Grade TOP ROW: B. Weinard, K. Whelan. N. Tilman, R. Pearson, T. Costerud, J. Tank. R. Townsend. R. Swanson. M. Wondra, D. Voss; MIDDLE ROW: K. Woldsdale, J. Swanson. J. Trubshaw. E. Winter, R. Tuthill, K. Wollan. J. Thontpscn, J. Zandaroski. S. Wright, S Winter. K. West-lund. K. Swanson; BOTTOM ROW: R. Swedlund, B. Lyden, G. Werner, R. Wilson, G. Turton, R. Waataja. P. Wright. C. Tessman, P. Thorstenson. F. Underhill. TOP ROW: G. Rogers, J. Linsted, B. Smith. S. Wallin. J. Christenson. B. Brodd. N. Bell. S. Anderson, J. VanSlyke. MIDDLE ROW: G. MilbratH, M. Milligan. C. Cook. C. Samways, K. Johnson, R. Margulas. C. Husney, J. Skorey, P. Hoffman. S. Smith. BOTTOM ROW: S. Schoddc, H. Meisser. J. Parks. R. Hiller. A. Isacson, E. Gray. J. Kilpatrick. D. Hiel, M. Grantwit. Echowan The long awaited announcement of the 1953-54 Echowan staff came early in the fall. Chosen to head the staff as co-editors were Roberta Hiller and Ellen Gray. To start out the year we held an extensive subscription drive in an effort to put the Echowan at the very top of Park's best seller list. Friday mornings for several weeks staff members visited homerooms to solicit funds. Head explorers met each day during sixth hour to work, plan, figure, and design under the direction of Miss Ann Isacson. our chief guide and adviser. We voted to establish Tuesdays and Fridays as our regular meeting days. After much long heated debate and discussion, the world of television was decided upon as our theme and a deep shade of blue chosen for the cover. “BEAT THE CLOCK'' became our motto as the work piled up, and the inevitable deadlines drew closer and closer. The next step was to set our creative art staff — Genevieve Rogers, Gretchen Milbrath, and Rachelle Margulas — to work designing and planning divisional and special pages, the “HALL OF FAME and title page. Laboriously Sharon Smith, Betty Brodd, Julia Van Slyke, and Pat Hoffman gathered information and penned the all-important feature copy, only to find that it needed rewriting and rewriting and more rewriting. “Hold that pose , became the by-word for photographer Don Peterson who was very seldom seen without his pet camera as the necessary pictures of faculty, administration, underclassmen, activities and sports were scheduled, taken, hastily developed, and finally poured into Echowan room 305. Our layout staff, composed of Janet Christenson, Marlys Grantwit. and Cecile Husney, carefully cut, measured, laid out. and pasted pictures until they became absolutely positive that the rubber cement was an indelible part of them. The endless research and patient work of Darrel Hiel, Jerry Kilpatrick. Jim Parks, and Steve Schodde as boys' sports writers and also of Sharon Anderson. Rochelle Burger, and Jackie Skorey who covered sports for girls were a very important part of our endeavor. It was their task to delve into sports records and write the material into feature copy. Tirelessly our typists Claudia Cook, Mary Kay Milligan, Sandra Wallin, and Donna Prentice erased errors, reset margins, and typed and retyped the necessary material. As the mound of finished copy grew we began to see our efforts crystallized. Our super salesmen on the business staff, Nancy Bell. Janis Linsted. and Barbara Smith, handled the financial worries of our project. Many long hours were sj)ent by them in visiting the businessmen of the Park. Through the courtesy ads to which they subscribed, these men made our book a reality. The business staff confirmed our opinion that the long hours and endless footwork were certainly worthwhile. As section by section the 1954 annual began to go to press, we were sad — esj ecially as the last pages neared completion. It hadn't all been smooth sailing: the lost pictures, mislaid copy, late assignments, people who forgot meetings and work nights, the many necessary revisions, and all our little problems and disappointments — these were part of our year, too. But we all heartily agreed that we wouldn't have had it any other way. During our last year at St. Louis Park High School we worked to put out a successful yearbook. In our hearts we all hoped this 1954 Echowan — our Echowan — would truly be the very best. Then the staff would be able to write an extremely happy ending to our “STRANGE ADVENTURE” 57 w ■� TOP ROW: N. Heller. L Sorency, J. Roth, A. Westerdahl, B. Bro ld. N. Janes. M. McDonald, G. Christman. M. W aldeland. J. La hr, P. Tiedemann; MIDDLE ROW: L. Harrison. R. Hiller. B. Thies, N. Hildebrand, H. Meisser, J. Norbury, E. Cray, A. Kroman. B. Rollins, K. Jaglo, P. Ohm; BOTTOM ROW: I). Clinton, R. Albertson, J. Burke, J. Rud, J. Smith, H. Moffat. C. Bissell, D. Rekdahl, S. Schodde. R. Owen, J. Stcinhclber. Echo Our “BIG STORY ’, the St. Louis Park Echo, plays an important role in school life—that of keeping students informed. Not only does the Echo keep us up-to-date, hut it gives interested people practical journalistic experience in many fields. In the fall a subscription drive was held. Despite determined efforts of the staff, the necessary goal was not reached. Finances became one of their big worries. Problem number one on the agenda which arises yearly is that of initiating new staff members and reporters into the Echo’s particular journalistic style. Six to eight weeks are devoted to this. Seventeen issues of the paper published hi-monthly is the staffs goal. A standard formula is used by all Echo personnel in putting out each edition. This ritual is repeated for each publication. Echo co-editors, Julie Smith and Carol Bissell. plus “page heads” met together to pick out usable subject matter. After consulting Mr. Foltmer, the calendar for holidays, drives, and special events such as selection of national honor society, identity of the homecoming queen and her attendants, Echowan staff. Prom, and Commencement, these were sorted over and unusual ideas—from the impressions which foreign students had of America to the proper method of posing for senior photographs—suggested. Next a rough layout was planned. Soon after this, assignments were given during sixth period in Echo room 304 to reporters who busily scurried about hunting for the five w’s—who, what, when, where, why—and moulded them into a tentative story to be written into an 'editorial, a feature, a cartoon, a news story, or a sports item. The staff tried to work daily with reporters, and after finished assignments were handed in. it was their job to study, polish, and often rewrite. Thinking up catchy headlines that convey the meaning of the article in a few words can sometimes be troublesome, as Echo people testified. Step four consisted of the major task of assembling the entire paper; this usually occurred on Thursday-press night. Somewhat of tradition accompanied this evening. Staff members gathered at one person’s home where they were supplied with the usual press night fare—hamburgers, buns, potato chips, and, interwoven among these, yards of unwound typewriter ribbons. Through the confusion finally emerged the finished product—another issue of the Echo. Saturday mornings were spent at the printer’s checking proofs. Following delivery to the school, and folding, the Echoes were put in the eager hands of Park students. Two weeks later the same routine began again. The paper held numerous campaigns and crusades this year. Safer driving, proper preparation in case of atomic attack, and support of the Red Cross were just a few of the worthwhile projects brought to the attention of students. The importance of tuberculosis prevention gained much publicity in pre-Christmas issues when Parkites’ outstanding themes and cartoons were featured. The Echo’s excellent annual TB crusade has won for them local and national honors. Once during each semester editions of the paper were submitted for an all-American national rating. Proof of the paper’s excellence may be viewed in the Echo room in which hang the many awards, symbols of national recognition, presented to present and past paper staffs, who were capably directed by adviser Hazel Moffat. “Speed and accuracy” might well have been the motto of the Echo force, but work and hamburgers were not their only habits. A Christmas party held for the entire staff— the humorous situations that constantly arose—the pride felt in a job well done—these, too, were part of the behind-the-scenes happenings on our paper. A big thank you goes to the Echo staff who kept us up to date on “TODAY’S HEADLINES.” 58 TOP HOW: S. Damm. N. Janes, K. Hiller. S. Hendrickson. P. Ravine, A. Horowitz. R. Stucbing. F.. Cray. B. Rem pher, R. Phipps, B. Rollins. C. Christman, J. Bramwell, 1). Knutson. J. Friendlund, J. Smith: MIDDLE ROW: D Brown. L. Hill. J. Paterson. M. Jansen. M. Segal. A. Olson. P. Schmidt. T. Craven. N. Stone. J. Duck, R. Owen J. Norbury. J. Tapan. C. Bissell, C. Obernauf, M. MacDonald. B. Honsey, P. McFarlane; BOTTOM ROW: D. Zie genhagen. M. Gallinson. W. Charland. M. Silverman. B. Patterson. J. Enghauser, E. Foltmer. R. Burnham. D. Hiel D. Cedarblade. J. Christopherson. R. Jones, R. Vartdal. Student Council In order to have the students and activities organized and working harmoniously together for the improvement of our school, the Student Council acts as the directors of this enterprise. With gavel in hand Bruce Patterson, the very capable president of our organization, presided over our meetings. We began the year with much enthusiasm and plans for coming events. The task of publishing the student directory, accomplished every two years under the direction of the Student Council treasurer, was started at the beginning of the year by Dianne Hid. After a few months of hard work, the directories were ready to be sold in November to the student body for the price of thirty-five cents. Necessary charters were issued to the clubs which needed them by the head of the Charter Committee, vice-president Jay Enghauser. A record of all important business carried on by the Council was kept in the minutes by Bud Burnham, secretary. With Homecoming approaching under the leadership of Birdie Thies and Dave Ziegenhagen. there was much excitement and activity. Deciding to try a new plan of choosing our Homecoming slogan, we narrowed the number submitted down to five and placed them before the student body for a final decision. Ten candidates for Homecoming Queen were chosen by the Seniors. After the votes had been cast. Donna Knutson and her four attendants were selected to reign over the affairs of the day. The activities including an outdoor pepfest. the first to be held at Park, and a parade were climaxed by the annual Homecoming dance. Another new item put through by the Student Council was the sale of season basketball tickets which proved to be very popular with the students. The committee in charge of this was headed by Murray Gallinson. During Participation Week seventh through twelfth grades competed vigorously for the honor of receiving the least yellow slips. The Student Council contains many committees which handle the business around the school. Sue Damm is chairman of the Reception Committee consisting of junior and senior girls who greet visitors anil assist them in finding their destinations about the school. Bill Charland. chairman of the Flag Committee, sees that all flag' are in good condition and replaces any that are not. Nancy Janes and Ned Stone are co-chairmen of the Hall and Building Committee which maintains good conduct in the school and handles the discipline of those students who receive yellow slips. Heading the Health and Welfare Committee was Beryl Honsey while Dave Ziegenhagen looked after the .Safety Committee. To help unite a lost article with its owner Mark Jansen, head of the Lost and Found Committee, held all lost articles in the north recreation room until they were claimed by their owners. The Public Relations Committee, whose job is to promote better relations among the Lake Conference schools, was headed by Les Hill. The Concession Committee, headed by Jim Paterson, provided ways for clubs to make money by selling refreshments at basketball games. Head of the Talent Committee. Carol Bissell, appointed Stanley Docrr and Pat Hudson as co-chairmen of the Talent Show. The show, a very successful one. was held in April in the high school auditorium. Perhaps the biggest event in our school this year was the State Student Council Convention during the first part of November. Bonnie Rollins, organizing the convention and making it a success, was the state secretary. Students representing schools from all over the state met together in a general session and later were divided up into groups. Other events of the convention included a banquet, a play put on by the speech department and a dance. In view of all of these accomplishments, we feel that this year was highly successful in its objectives of developing student leadership, responsibility, and participation. 59 Auditorium Student Council Lost and Found Dewey Ccdarblade Charter Fthies Jay Enghauscr Bruce Paterson Cheer Concession Jim Paterson Hall Nancy Janes 60 Julia Bramwell Committee Chairmen Reception Public Relations i k iwr Finance Dianne Hiel Flag Bill Charland Building Ned Stone Safety Health Welfare Dave Ziegcnhagcn Beryl Honscy 61 � • 1953 Fifth Annual Convention I nneActa Aiicclatcc Ojf Student Q(uuuUii Housing: (left M. Rubin. C. Obcnauf, Em ertainoieni: (left to right S. Doerr. Gerber, M. McDonald. I). Brown. Transportation: Olson. J. Bohni. L. General Arrangements and Banquet: (left to right B. Paterson. B. Rollins. J. Linsted. J. Enghauser. November 5, 6, 7, 1953 St JPmU Path School St Louis Part, Minnesota Registration: (left to right B. Brodd. J. Christenson. R. Magulas J. Roth. Program. Art. Recordings: (left to right N. Hildebrand, R. Edey. S. Hendrick-on. M. Grantwit. 62 All School Blue Tri TOP ROW: J. Linsted, C. Juel, N. Bell, G. Christman. S. Anderson, N. Kcyt: MIDDLE ROW: N. Hildebrand. E. Gray. C. Bissell, A. Westerdahl. J. Roth. B. Brodd. B. Smith; BOTTOM ROW: M. Cook. S. Damm. D. Knutson, L. Ad-kisson. M. Waldeland. J. Bramwell. B. Thies. Our all school cabinet, “THE GUIDING LIGHT” of Blue Tri co-ordinates the actions of the chapters with our all school activities. Each month had a special theme. “The Greatest Show on Earth,” September’s theme had each chapter contributing a circus act. In October we “traveled” with the help of Ellen Gray’s talk on her trip to England. November’s “Boy-girl Relations” was climaxed by the Sadie Hawkins' Dance. December's “Goodwill” was evidenced through numerous Christmas projects. January’s theme. “Leadership” was expressed through the Leadership Clinic. “World Friendship” became February’s theme. By March Ce looked into “Plans for the Future.” “Mirror, Mirror on the Wall” was April’s style show theme. With May came the “Enjoy Yourself” theme as we bid the seniors farewell. We members of Rega have been getting a good look at the “WORLD AROUND US.” A joint bowling party with Fidelis followed by a pot-luck supper, our successful dance the “Rega Rodeo”, Annick Dufrenoy’s explanation of a French Christmas, and Ursula Schwenk’s telling about life in Germany comprised some of our programs. For a service project, we gave a needy Park couple a Christmas dinner and presents. Innumerable programs were planned for the remainder of the school year climaxed by a farewell dinner for our seniors. Rega TOP ROW: S. Kaplan. J. Pearson. M. Besner. M. Olson. J. Frank. J. Swanson. J. Gale. J. Smith. P. Lamb. J. Lahr; MIDDLE ROW: C. Husney, P. Goodman, P. Franks, J. Ecklund. S. Aker, S. Carlson. C. Meisser, A. Kroman, M. Walker, M. Bender, C. Werner; BOTTOM ROW: S. Smith. U. Schwenk, $. Anderson. S. Hendrickson. M. Ring, J. Roth. M. Milligan. C. Kumpula. J. Rorman. 63 ■ 1 i ’ Sigma TOP ROW: J. Raker, J. Anderson, C. Juel, J. Grand, P. Schmidt, D. Segal, J. Bramwell, I), Knutson. G. Rogers, P. Tesh. C. Lerdahl; MIDDLE ROW: R. Lind. A. Schmiedel, B. Phillips, K. Jaglo, M. Olstein, J. Carpenter, B. Batkin, R. Lind, G. Nelson. J. Christenson, B. Brodd; BOTTOM ROW: C. Fredrickson. J. Horn, M, Colness, B. Thies, F. Ostrom, E. Olson, N. Heller, S. Hiendahl, N. Hildebrand, M. Kreher. TOP ROW: J. Woldsdale, M. Waldelund. J. Atkin, A. Westerdahl. D. Hiel, S. Jewett. M. Sergent. J. Sims; MIDDLE ROW: B. Fernstrpm, E. Wallender, C. Bissell. H. Neerov, C. Lapp, K. Jacobson, C. Cook, E. Zaske. G. Mil-brath, B. Ehlers; BOTTOM ROW: R. Hiller. M. Cook. B. Smith, D. Rudeen, Miss Hinderman. N. Taylor, G. Guderian. P. Ravine, J. Gerber. “MIRROR THEATER” reflects many of the activities and programs of Sigma. These included playing the clowns in the first all school program, tips on grooming by an Angela’s clothing store representative, and talks by Annick Dufrenoy and Juergen Becker on their respective countries. A monthly letter is being sent to Le Roy de Boom, a former Park graduate who is hospitalized with polio. Caroling to small children in a hospital and bringing them gifts was one Christmas project; another project was a settlement house party. A farewell dinner for the seniors completed the activities for the year. “WHAT’S MY LINE” might well be the question asked about Toga’s varied programs. During the month when travel was the theme, we saw a movie on Sweden. For the November program a woman doctor talked to us on boy-girl relations. After making favors for an old-folk’s home, we went caroling there and delivered them to the old people. During Christmas vacation we also had a party with a Hi-Y from Washburn. Earlier in the year we made stuffed animals, and in the spring, we delivered them to a heart hospital. A farewell to the seniors rounded out the year. Toga 64 Tri Chi TOP ROW: P. Larson, N. Bell, A. Crocker. L Giffis, G. Kacppel, J. Payton, D. Jones, E. Gosh. G. Girard. MIDDLE ROW: M. Goossen. G. Worthingham. J. Peterson, C. Samways, B. Rollins, S. Damm, R. Edey, J. Swanson, J. Grunzke, S. Rohr, .N. Janes. BOTTOM ROW: J. Gattcn, S. Larson, E. Cray, B. Honscy, Mrs. Grijak, B. Fox. P. Hoffman, N. Holland, M. Shcrvey. We Tri Chi members, led by our officers anti our adviser Mrs. Rosemary Grijak, pitched in at Thanksgiving time to make assorted tra favors for a hospital. Caroling at Walker. Methodist Home during Christmas time was our second service project, and we found it a satisfying experience. As another endeavor — proving Tri Chi’s motto of “a service project a month we girls made terry cloth slippers to he given to hospital patients. To raise money we sponsored a basketball concession. The additional funds enabled us to have a bowling party and a farewell dinner for the Senior members in the spring. Indeed our Tri Chi vear made up a full “SOCIAL DIARY”. Collecting good used clothing to he sent to a needy community in France was Zcta Tri’s first big undertaking. Beside bringing our own personal contributions we went door-to-door seeking the aid of close neighbors and friends. Forty pounds of apparel was the maximum we were allowed to send; the amount we collected so exceeded the quota that we donated the remainder to a worthy organization. Following the collection we had a fine time at a pot luck dinner prepared by our mothers. This gave us a fine opportunity to take out “TIME TO SMILE”. A cake sale held in January proved profitable enough to pay the postage on the clothing project. Zeta Tri TOP ROW: R. Burger. M. Hall, J. Broden. N. Keyt, J. Jacobson. T. Pliam. A. Tidwell. MIDDLE ROW: S. Wallin, M. Sheffel, G. Christman, B. Ruediger. K. Miller. M. Houll, D. Kirkeby. BO'l TOM ROW’: M. Grantwit, J. Linsted, B. Zavodsky, D. Belgum, B. Hobart, D. Leaf. K. Petersen. 65 All School Silver Tri TOP ROW: J. Goldberg. G. Anderson. J. Friedlund. C. Erickson. S. Bcrgan. V. Washerman. MIDDLE ROW: J. Wiliams. M. Erickson. C. Obenauf, A. Malison. M. Rollins. P. Middleton. BOTTOM ROW: P. MacFarlane, S. Perkins. Mrs. J. Peterson, Miss L. Hagen, C. Reed. S. Irvine, J. Wheeler. Behind the Silver Tri Chapters, we had a group known as the all-school cabinet which planned activities “ON YOUR ACCOUNT”. In the fall, Angela’s Apparel sponsored a style show which served a double purpose: we got better acquainted and learned the latest in fashions. in February a German root beer garden was Park’s contribution to the international Festival held at the downtown Y.W.C.A. For the spring project we presented our annual fashion show in co-o| eration with Blue Tri. Members of the two “Tri’s’’ modeled. All-school officers this year were president, Pat MacFarlane; vice president. Sylvia Perkins; secretaries, Judy Konimerstad, and Catherine Reed; treasurer, Sue Lavine; and I.C.C.. Joan Wheeler. Arnica Tri’s activities began the first day of school as we members served as guides for students and helped them to locate unfamiliar classrooms. Parts of “THE WORLD WE LIVE IN” seemed less distant and strange as we viewed Miss Dorothy Belgum's vivid slides of her European trip. Magic names we had only heard — London, Wales, Scotland, The Hague — seemed to live for us. For our service project we combined yarn and felt into sturdy, warm mittens for homeless Korean children. We hoped in this small way to make then- winter easier. Arnica Tri TOP ROW: A. Videen. A. Kirschbaum, J. Koivula, P. Rogers. C. Johnson. N. Zavodsky, L. Udell, J. Davies, S. Jacobson. MIDDLE ROW: C. Zerbun. B. Shoop. B. Brice, M. Anderson. S. Bergen, M. Doimer, J. Peek, N. Christiansen. V. Tuttle, R. Farmer. BOTTOM ROW: S. Brunzcll. K. Corey, J. Friedlund, S. Robbins. Mrs. R. Pierson, C. Glander, P. Dona, J. Shaw. J. Johnson, E. Benjamin. 66 Kappa Tri TOP ROW: I). Hall, A. Bradley, J. McElmurry. M. Morris, S. Swanson, B. Rein. D. Reinhert, J. Anderson. R. Tilton. M. Vandercook, S. Perkin, M. Bostrum. M1DLE ROW: P. Collins, J. Dahl, P. King. B. Goodman, J. Mackay, R. Horwitz. R. Syvcrson, L Leonard, P. Peterson, C. Olson, J. Freidlund, A. Westby, M. Downing. BOTTOM ROW: B. Brown. M. Elstrom. M. Rollins, B. Wittimore, Miss J. Roberts, C. Kumpula. G. Johnson. J. Havstad. P. Middleton. Looie, the spirit of St. Louis Park, gave Kappa Tri an added boost when two senior high cheerleaders spoke to us about the existing need for more vim and vigor at pep fests and athletic events. At an autumn meeting. Park's exchange student. Juergen Becker, had “ANSWERS FOR AMERICA” concerning customs and ’problems of Germany today. The designing, cutting out. and assembling of tray favors was our next project. These favors were sent to a hospital at Thanksgiving time. Poca Tri’s treasury was in need of bolstering as our year began; to remedy this, we held a cake sale, featuring delicious cakes, pies and a variety of candies, at a leading Park grocery store. A St. Patrick’s Day dance was our next endeavor. This dance was especially planned for junior high students who were urged “to come a-wcarin’ of the green.” With the arrival of spring, our thoughts turned to fashion and good grooming. A representative from a modeling school and a visit to a beauty salon helped each of us become a “GLAMOUR GIRL” — junior size. Poca Tri FOP ROW; G. Nordstrom, M. McCourtney, B. Lee, J. Pehle, E. Godley. J. Kommerstad, S. Liss, S. Jacobson. J. Sorigstud, B. Shapiro. S. Shore, J. Mickelson, G. Gray. M. Felland. MIDDLE ROW: J. Garber, S. Rockvam, M. Zabel, C. Cook, C. Guderian, P. Carlson, L. Nes. J. Jarvi, J. Best, J. Newdall, B. Pearson, S. Larson, F.. Hall, C. Neisser, K. Armour. BOTTOM ROW: J. Horn. V. Walker, M. Blom |uist. J. Goldberg, B. Dahl, Miss M. Hanson, D. A. Asplund, C. W'halen, K. Gronvail, M. Weyrauch. 67 Prima Tri TOP ROW: J. Levenovskin, K. Kabrud. B. Albertson. B. Paske. D. McFarlanc. S. Steele, L. Levitt, C. Clark. J. Wheeler, M. Whipps, L. Tilton. P. Holland. E. Karol. MIDDLE ROW: C. Blomberg. K. Starkey, E. Dan .. S. Zim-mar, K. Schlong. E. Douthitt, C. Carlson. S. Reierson. M. Erickson. S. Lavine, M. McCanney, B. Zicgenhagcn, S. Eimer, M. Jacobson. J. Sandcll, C. Keith. BOTTOM ROW: J. Anderson. L. W aldock. I. M. Martinson. A. Mattson. L. Douglas. Miss Hallquist, J. McTague, M. O’Rourke, P. Mostrom. S. Bernes, L. Peterson. Prima Tri’s meeting catered to the varied interests of our members. The subject of fashion was covered by a modeling school’s representative at one of our first meetings. Later on we actually appeared on television on “JACK’S CORNER DRUG STORE” — the program designed especially for teen-agers. At Christmas we sponsored the “Frosty Frolic”, a holiday dance for junior high students. Designing and assembling Christmas tree ornaments for Glen Lake patients were another project, at this time we went caroling and had a party. A trip to Betty Crocker kitchens and a bake sale we sponsored at a Park grocery store climaxed our busy year. For Risa Tri’s first program, we members traveled to the building which houses the Minneapolis Star and Tribune. Following the guided tour of the plant, we better appreciated and realized what it means to publish a newspaper. As Christmas drew near, we were able to add a professionally decorative touch to each gift we wrapped, for we had spent pre-holiday meetings mastering this art. A bowling party came next on the agenda. Though fatigued muscles resulted, we went home happy and better bowlers. Risa’s finished service project was donated to a children’s hospital; we designed “BIG PICTURES” made of yarn. R.lScl TOP ROW: P. Vandercook. C. Bowers. R. Jacobson. L. Youngrcn, C. Reed, K. Kiesner, M. Gust. C. Saliterman, P. MacFarlane. D. Hays. MIDDLE ROW: C. Erickson. M. Knutson. K. Strand. I.. Bloom, T. Brawthen, P. Stone, V. Clemenson, C. Obenauf. P. Holm. J. Niemi. BOTTOM ROW: M. Papesh, J. Phillips, G. Anderson, J. Riebc, Miss S. Anderson, J. Bastable, J. Williams. B. McAllen. 68 All-School Hi-Y TOP ROW: R. Owen. L Hill. B. Vartdal. FRONT ROW: D. Ziegenhagcn, Mr. C. Criebenow. N. Stone. “Create, maintain, and extend’ , was the vow of a true Hi-Y boy. We of the all school cabinet try to encourage young boys to believe in, uphold, and to enjoy themselves as they use this motto. In November we had the induction ceremony and Parents’ Night which brought the new members offically into Hi-Y and also let the parents learn what goes on in our club. At Christmas time, the Hi-Y members had a chance to help out the YMCA by selling Christmas trees. The boys also sold tickets which cost one dollar for these trees. The profits collected from the sale of the greenery was shared among the Hi-Y clubs and the downtown “Y”. Shortly after Christmas we sponsored the F.O.B. (for other boys) drive. The purpose of this drive is to donate money to start Hi-Y’s and youth clubs in other lands. In February, we jointly sponsored the Youth Conference with Blue Tri. Five of our members attended the conference at the “Y” which helped us organize our own. It proved to be very successful and a great benefit to all. Hi-Y isn’t meant to be all work though. Besides the many club projects, we also have plenty of recreation. Every year we have a basketball tournament in which each club takes part. An annual affair that both boys and girls look forward to. is the Snow Party at Camp Ihduhapi. For this event Hi-Y members ask their favorite date and enjoy a fun-filled day of skating, skiing, tobogganing, and other outdoor sports. In April, we had our annual Palm Sunday breakfast. It was an inspiring breakfast and brought about the full impact on the meaning of Easter to us. Hi-Y is a club for all boys, an organization where the young men of America learn to grow up in kindness, honor, strength, courage, and patriotism. The following is the schedule of the activities for the year: September 30 Chapter Organization February 9 Youth conference October 7 Your Job February 10 Club Discussion on Boy-Girl October 14 A College Future February 12 Snow Party October 21 The Armed Forces February 17 Club discussion October 28 Informal Club Get-together March 5 Meeting with Blue Tri November 4 Club Business Meeting March 10 Youth in Government November 10 Parents Night and Induction March 17 F. B. I. Speaker November 18 All School Religion March 24 State Government November 25 Club Fellowship March 31 Business meeting December 2 Club Discussion on Religion April 7 Meeting with Edina Hi-Y December 9 Club Discussion on Religion April 11 Palm Sunday Breakfast December 16 Christmas Program April 21 Sports lanuary 6 Ego and Man April 28 Youth in Government January 13 Club discussion of Ego Man May 5 Club Discussion on Sports January 20 Club Business Meeting May 12 Fellowship Meeting January 28 Club Discussion of Ego and Man May 19 Final Banquet February 3 Boy-Girl Relations May 28 Senior Farewell 9 J' Adelphi TOP ROW: B. Hansen, H. Avery, J. Duck, J. Lauren, D. Anderson. MIDDLE ROW: J. Havstad, B. Roth. D. Erickson, P. Wclke, I). Leonard, B. Mavis. BOTTOM ROW: R. Reierson, I). Rekdahl, D. Doimcr, Mr. J. Little, S. Schoddc, R. Rydland, M. Hallecn. Adelphi is one of the oldest clubs in Hi-Y, and because of its age it does one of the best jobs possible. A few years back it started its annual canned food drive. Year by year it has snow-balled until in 1954 the drive surpassed the hoped for quota by doing “THE UNEXPECTED”, we collected more than 3,400 cans. Adelphi also sponsors the annual Lumberjack Dance. On the day of this dance every boy has tried to grow what he calls a beard. It has probobly taken him weeks to grow it. but he is very proud of it. All in all we have an outstanding organization profitable to both the school and us. Starting out the year with a group of able officers, we continually had excellent programs and service projects. One such project was the March of Dimes drive. In order to prepare ourselves for this drive, we visited the Sister Kenny Institute and sang Christmas carols to the patients there. This was a very moving experience and enabled us to understand better the people with polio and so make our drive a tremendous success. One wonderful speaker we had was from India and she gave us an excellent account of life in her country. Dux Hi- Y TOP ROW: C. Pettit, D. Jacobson, T. Hughes. J. Steinhelber. MIDDLE ROW: L. Ohl. D. Curry. I.. Kravatz, J. Becker, C. Voss. BOTTOM ROW: J. Christopherson, D. Cedarbladc, L. Hill, Mr. J. Alwin, J. Duck, C. Berg, D. Jones. 70 Fidelis Hi-Y TOP ROW: J. Salo, M. Vinz, D. Skinner, H. DeCambaliza. MIDDLE ROW: D. Wheeler. B. Carlson. R. Videen, D. Dailey, A. Oliver. BOTTOM ROW: E. DeCambaliza, P. O'Rourke, S. Doerr, Mr. R. Grijak. T. Bartholome. R. Gel-dert, R. Vandal. A “FUN FEST” started out our year with a bowling party with Rega Blue Tri followed by a pot-luck supper. Later on in the fall we had a very interesting speaker from India who explained in detail the various customs and life in India. This gave us a new insight in understanding this country and its people so different from ours. Following the Minnetonka game in January, we sponsored the “Stag or Drag-net” turnabout dance. We rounded out our activities for the year by having basketball. baseball, and bowling fellowships. This past year in Iota has proved to be a busy one. At an early football game, we sold the kickoff balloons which put the Park students in the right frame of mind for the game to follow. Being lucky enough to draw the concession for the Hopkins game resulting in a so-called “COKE TIME” proved to be very successful from the financial point of view. We also planned a dance later on in the year and sponsored a charity drive. We ended the year with a better knowledge of our friends and neighbors and a realization of the needs of others. Iota TOP ROW: W. Gereke, I). Jones, W. Wagoman. I). Johnson. MIDDLE ROW: T. Ryan. G. Anderson, T. Vittala, R. Friberg, D. Harstad. BOTTOM ROW: J. Enghauser. J. Griffith. Mr. Halgren. A. Kendall. W. Applebaum. 71 J Novi Hi-Y TOP ROW; J. Hansel. D. Horstkort. V. Olson. T. Xewhouse. W. Marlin. K. Albinson. MIDDLE ROW: D. Peterson. R. Young, J. Scott. D. Patrick. D. Joy. R. Gustafson. D. Pullen. BOTTOM ROW: W. Westerdahl. K. Andersen, T. Gerber, Mr. R. Thompson. J. Kilpatrick, B. Mattson. J. Krueger. Early in the school year we sponsored the “Pigskin Prance following the Hopkins football game; throughout the year we had discussions on topics vital to us: such as, religion and service in the armed forces. We also had a very interesting speaker from India who told us of the various customs and general life in her country “TODAY”. For the world Service Project we donated eighteen dollars. Finally in the spring we sponsored the Heart Fund drive whose goal was successfully attained. Ortho had a very profitable and interesting series of programs and activities this past year. One of our main speakers was Pastor Paul F. Obcnauf from Wooddale Lutheran Church while another was a Y’s man from the downtown “Y”, who explained the selling of our tickets for Christmas trees. To make money for our service projects, we had the concession at the Edina game. Around Easter time we sold Easter seals to help crippled children. Rounding out the year, we spent three days at Mr. Zakariasen's. Ortho TOP ROW: R. Shiltz, R. Burnham. G. Anderson. J. Kittleson. MIDDLE ROW: D. Johnson. R. Swenbcrgcr, R. Atwood. J. Plaistrd. D. Hid, J. Aamodt. BOTTOM ROW: K. Griffith. K. Kinstler. W. Wrlkc. Mr. Zarkariascn. D. Brown. F. Roessel, G. Fulfort. 72 Rex TOP ROW: T. Nelson, G. Rappaport, R. Sorensen. B. Owen. R. Casey. MIDDLE ROW: B. N'ewdahl. J. Bastable. I). Hurth. G. Bardahl, N. Stone, H. Mcisser. BOTTOM ROW: B. Kuiper, D. Clinton. J. Parks. Mr. G. Gricbenow, M. Galinson. G. Legrand, P. Wohlford. “OMNIBUS” might well be the byword of Bex for we did just about everything for our activities. To erase the financial worries from our minds, we had a concession during one of the basketball games. We had a clothing drive, which, we are proud to say surpassed all previous records. We had many excellent speakers from which we gained a great deal of worthwhile knowledge. This year was rounded off by our annual “Hex Record Ramble” which was the very last dance of the year. Supero, although one of the newest clubs, proved to be one of the best organized. For. while most of the clubs had just begun to operate, we sponsored the Cerebral Palsey Drive and asked you students to “FOLLOW YOUR HFARTS” and give generously. In addition to this, we had two bake sales in order to give more strength to our financial situation. Rowen Paulson, our club chaplain, was an outstanding leader for at every meeting he gave a very appropriate devotional. We had many other fine programs and projects which we hope gave us a better understanding of ourselves and our community. Supero TOP ROW; J. Enestvedt, J. Tirulahl. R. Paulson, B. Howard, W. Bury. MIDDLE ROW: J. Bangh, T. Craven. S. Garland, D. Ziegcnhagen, R. Koeneman, 1. Lundquist. BOTTOM ROW: J. Hagen, E. Lussier, L Segal, Mr. L. Langen, T. Gordon. R. Brose, D. Dahlen. 7J Canteen TOP ROW: C. Bisscll, B. Ehlers, C. Mil brat h, D. Lava, C. White. R. Margulas. B. Amtsen, B. Obenauf. W. Glasser, E. Zaske, K. Jaglo. G. Kaeppel. MIDDLE ROW: J. Gatten. J. Horn. R. Hiller. S. Hendrickson. B. Thies. M. Sher-vey, A. Horn, P. Hoffman, M. Kreher, C. Cook. E. Gray. S. Aker, S. Damm. N. Janes. BOTTOM ROW: I). Peterson. K. Kinstler. D. Cedarblade, M. Cook, D. Brown, Mrs. L. Adkisson, M. McDonald. D. Aatnodt. C. Kumpula. J. Johns ton, K. Griffith. Sponsor of Park’s “DANCE DATES”, the Canteen plans and oversees arrangements for all social functions in the high school. Heading the organization as co-chairmen were Don Brown and Marilyn MacDonald: Mrs. Lucille Adkisson was our excellent adviser. Our first dance was given in November for delegates attending the Council Convention held at Park. “The Buckaroo Bounce” came next—with the emphasis on Western styles. Proceeds went for the new scoreboard. Soft music and swishy formal’s characterized the annual “Anniversary Ball” held in February. High school students and alumni were invited. In March we had a costume ball for the first time, and all attending came dressed as song titles. “Tropical Canteen” and “Canteen Roundup” were given in early spring. Identities of 1954 1955 officers were announced at the roundup. TOP ROW: R. Burger, M. Kleeherger, M. Waldclaml. L. Sorency, M. Abbot, B. Campbell. M. Tschimperle, N. Bell, S. Andersen, P. Tiedemann, J. Smith, M. Bostrom. MIDDLE ROW: J. Linsted. P. Lamb. G. Christman. A. Wrstrrdahl, C. Lapp. H. Nenierov, B. Hanson, B. Haight, J. Enestvedt, J. Manser, P. Marschke. D. Rekdahl. L. Harrison. J. Bohn. P. Schmitt. BOTTOM ROW: J. Rud, M. Porter. T. Gerber. J. Hyatt. M. Segal. J. Bayen, R. Ptacek, L. Hill, T. Crowley, J. Aamodt, R. Vandal. 74 Pep Club TOP ROW: E. Cray, M. McDonald. J. Ecklund, D. Lava. I). Dovcnberg, J. Peterson, S. Rcierson. V. Slominski. MIDDLE ROW: S. Brunzell, A. Westby, S. Hendrickson. J. Nelson. B. Stock. J. Kocourek. B. Fox, J. Doherty, J. Doherty. BOTTOM ROW: M. Grantwit, J. Fricdlund. P. Moran, D. Knutson, Miss E. Lundquist, B. Honsey, 1 . Tiedemann, B. Hobart. S. Brown. Park might as well “LEAVE IT TO THE GIIILS in regard to the cheering angle of sports for a great portion of our schooLs backers are girls who belong to Pep Club. Every day we play a football or basketball game these girls wear their orange jackets to add a cheery note to the game day. Our president, Julia Bramwell, who attended every Student Council meeting and heads the cheer committee, is in charge of all pop fests. It is her duty to arrange for all skits that students might want to present, see that a member of the team speaks on that day. and checks that cheerleaders preparation of cheers for the program. Hers is a big job vital to us all. Sixteen members of each of the sophomore, junior, and senior classes are allowed to join our club. We sponsored the annual Foot Ball dance. Arlen Froemming and Mary Ellen Jacobson were crowned as king and queen of the dance. A Pep Club quartet consisting of Charleen Novak, Sally Brunzell. Gail Anderson, and Jill Nelson was organized. We all think that the Pep Club is an excellent way of showing our loyalty to our fine teams, and hope that we in our small way cheer them on to victory. TOP ROW: C. Lcrdahl, B. Lee, K. McCourtney. I.. Fortier. C. Anderson, N. Bell, J. Van Slyke. MIDDLE ROW: J. Griffin, M. Tschimpcrle, J. Garber, L. Sorency, R. Johnson. N. Taylor. C. Miller, J. Broden, B. Campbell. P. Schultz. BOTTOM ROW: J. Skorey, S. Damm, C. Lung, E. .a ke. R. Syverson, T. Brotrawthen. Bloom, M. Walters, M. Johnson. IS Lettermen’s Club TOP ROW: H. Meisser, B. Ncilson, D. Cedarblade. D. Harstad. R. Ilstrup. MIDDLE ROW: W. Ncwdahl, D. Dalen, R. Vidcrn, G. McElderry, R. Reierson. F. Roessel, N. Stone, R. Whipps. BOl TOM ROW: B. Yartdal. E. Wheeler, K. Kinstler, J. Norbury. R. Owen. M. Rubin, B. Westerdahl, R. Bracher. W. Jeppcsen. To belong to Lettermen’s club, boys had to own a lettei or be a numeral winner. Each member was at one time Park’s “MAN OF THE WEEK” Our meetings, held two Mondays a month, included business, sports movies and in the spring and fall, the presentation of awards. We handled all the concessions during football season, and sold tasty popcorn to basketball spectators. Profits from these projects were used to aid payment of medical bills incurred by a member of an athletic squad. We hoped our club served its purpose: that of promoting understanding between athletes and the school. In our cabinet were Bob Owen, president; Jerry Norbury, vice president: secretary. Peter Tinker and treasurer, Mark Rubin. Mr. Lloyd Holm and Mr. Peter Zanna were our advisers. TOP ROW: D. Rckdahl. J. Lauren, D. Brown. J. Carlson. S. Docrr. S. Schodde, G. Anderson. D. Beaudry. MIDDLE ROW: L. Papish, E. Lussier, T. Bartholome. D. Wheeler, R. Hagen, B. Roth. D. Doimer. S. Matchan. BOTTOM ROW: P. Tinker, T. Smith, J. Lorn, J. Griffith, E. DeCambaliza, J. Scott, L. Thompson, D. Joy. B. Berset. 76 Senior Red Cross TOP: J. Baker, M. O’Rourke, C. I-app, C. Werner, A. Tidwell. J. Adams, A. Simons. B. Campbell, P. Moran. J. Klang. S. Morton. MIDDLE ROW: A. Crocker. E. Zaske, N. Mayeron. R. Jacobson. C. Lung. J. Johnson. A. Ranallo. C. Johnson. J. Jacobson. S. Shaw, B. Fox. M. Colness. BOTTOM ROW: M. Grantwit, B. Stock. S. Hendrickson, H. Meisser, Miss M. Engan, D. Knutson, M. Rollins, S. Schodde, R. Kahler. Primarily a service organization, we in Sr. Red Cross undertook the filling of gift boxes as our first endeavor. Heading the drive was Bev Campbell who happily reported the filling of 265 boxes. We hoped that our boxes might solve the “FOREIGN INTRIGUE” in nations across the sea. The annual March Drive was capably directed by Marlys Grantwit. Our purposes were to increase membership in the American Junior Red Cross, and to answer the call of the distressed. Red Cross officers were Sue Hendrickson, President: Hugo Meisser. Vice President: Donna Knutson, Secretary; and Mary Rollins, Treasurer. Miss Mary Alice Engan guided the club’s activities. Helping the library serve the school is the idea of the Library Club; at the same time it enables members to become more familiar with library procedure. In addition to working two hours a week in the library, each of us was responsible for a bulletin board project or arranging a show-case display illustrating a particular theme or “FAVORITE STORY.” Officers were: Georgia White, president. Bernard Crystal, vice-president, Janice Bauer, secretary-treasurer. Miss Johnson, librarian, was our very helpful adviser. Library Club J TOP ROW: S. Gross, J. Sims. B. Phiefcr, A. Tidwell. M. Dahlstrom. MIDDLE ROW: T. Pliam. S. Foster. S. Hite. C. Keith. M. Trubshaw. BOTTOM ROW: A. Anderson. G. White, B. Crystal, Miss E. Johnson. J. Bauer, W. Bauer. 77 Green Pastures TOP ROW: M. Gepner, P. Tiedemann, D. Hiel, J. Linstrd. J. Garber. R. Margulas. J. Anderson, P. Hoffman. Mr. DeClercq. E. Gray. W. Glasser, A. Crocker. B. Hanson. A. Tidwell. N. Heller. MIDDLE ROW: M. McDonald. I. Cameron. M. Cook. D. Morneau, J. Lauren. J. Fryer. J. Kagan. S. Doerr, I). Rekdahl. T. (Berber. S. Shodde, C. Voss. J. Rud, M. Porler. BOTTOM ROW: B. Howard. T. Smith. B. Finstad. D. Cedarblade. L. Aamo , T. Crowley, J. Christopherson. D. Ziegcnhagcn. P. Wolford. J. Johnston, R. Bcrset. Under the direction of Mr. Roger DeClercq we worked vigorously in order to give the best possible | erformance of our fall play, “Green Pastures”. The play, a Negro fantasy by Marc Connelly, presents various aspects of the religion of thousands of Negros living in the deep South. As curtain time drew near, you could distinguish us members of the cast by our newly acquired black hair. In addition to the performance given for the delegates to the State Student Council Convention. we presented the play twice for the general public and student body. Bob Berset played the Lord and observed the human beings about him; and with the advise of Gabriel. Jack Kagan, he tried to reprimand them. The entire cast found being in “The Celebrity Spotlight” very enjoyable. We, the Green Pastures choir, provided the musical background to the Negro play, “The Green Pastures”. We sang many spirituals including “Great Day”, “Rise and Shine”, “Is You Been Baptised”, “Rocka My Soul”, “You Better Run”, “You Better Mind”, “Get on Board Little Children”, “Live Humble” and “Tramping”. Gretchen Nelson, who sang the solo, “Sinner. You Better Be Ready”, wrote the musical selection “Hallelujah” for our choir. We concluded the play with “Were You There” followed by a series of hallelujah’s. We had a grand time being an “LYE WITNESS” to the inner workings of a play production. Green Pastures Choir TOP ROW: P. MacFarlane, M. Bostrom, J. Lahr. C. Strand. 1 . Hudson, C. Obenaug, J. Newdahl, C. Miller, J. Broden. P. Jobes. C. Anderson. S. Kaplan. MIDDLE ROW: I.. Ix:onard. G. Kaeppcl, K. Jaglo. J. Payton, J. Garber, R. Syverson, S. Lavine. G. Nelson. M. Shervy. S. Rohr, P. Middleton, S. Brunzell. BOTTOM ROW: J. Stein-helber, V. Olson. D. Leonard, M. Goldman. Mr. J. Alwin. M. Segal, R. Rydland. T. Gordon. R. Rcierson. 78 Emperor’s New Clothes TOP ROW: C. Horovitz. K. Kabrud, P. Moran, J. Shoden, I.. Foriicr. J. Uhr. N. Key , A. Videcn. MIDDLE ROW: S. Foster, H. Slominski, J. Roth. A. Westcrdahl, G. Worthingham. D. Lava. J. Serrcll, S. Cow. S. Docrr. BOTTOM ROW; K Ostrom, M. Elstrom, T. Ryan, J. Duck. L. Girard, T. Newhouse, R. Ptacck. M. Crantwit. D. Ziegenhagen. Trying something new this year, this traveling production took an “EXCURSION” to the St. Louis Park grade schools. “The Emperor’s New Clothes”, a Chinese tale written especially for children, was directed by Mr. Lyle Gerard. Transporting properties in a trailer from place to place presented quiet a problem, hut, in spite of flat tires, we still weren't discouraged. Jim Duck and Tim Ryan starred as Zar and Zan. Among the many other members of the cast were Stan Doerr, Pat Moran, Dianne Lava, Dave Ziegenhagen, and Joanne Lahr. Ann Westerdahl acted as narrator while Joan Roth was our accompanist. Costumes were made by Marlys Grantwit, and Judy Serrell was in charge of properties. Dick Ptacek acted as student director. “The Man Who Came to Dinner”, a well-known George Kaufman and Moss Hart comedy, had a cast primarily made up of juniors. Under the direction ready by the middle of March. “THIS IS SHOW BUSINESS” in its most gratifying and enjoyable form to the cast, and to Marv Segal who played Sheridan Whiteside, a lecturer and radio personality, who accidently slipped on the front doorstep of the Stanley home. While spending several weeks in the town recovering from his accident, he carried on his business at the inconvenience of the Stanley family. The Man Who Came To Dinner TOP ROW: C. Mika, I). Dougherty. J. Lahr. L. Gifis, K. Jaglo. B. Hanson, J. Broden. H. Dean. MIDDLE ROW: J. Ecklund, J. Rorman. T. Ryan, C. Kumpula. S. Hendrickson, F. Ostrum, M. Segal. W. Ncwdahl, R. Kocneman. BOTTOM ROW: R. Ptacck. D. Dahen. L. Aamodt. J. Griffith, Mr. J. Alwin. R. Gustafson, P. Wohlford. T. Gordon. 79 'll Declamation TOP ROW: B. Rollins P. Hoffman, S. Doerr. S. Schodde. R. Margulas A. Kroman. BOTTOM ROW: M. Silverman, P. Wolford, C. Berg. R. Gustafson. T. Crowley. T. Smith. P. Schmitt. “Lets have more expression in your face and more volumn in your voice.” were the bywords of Mr. Roger DeClercq as he patiently coached us for the declamation contest. “WHO SAID THAT?” often ran through our minds as we practiced again and again, but wc realized this rehearsal was essential in order to give Park outstanding representation at the district meet. Orators were Charles Berg. Tom Crowley, Roger Gustafson, and Mort Silverman; Wilma Glasser and Tony Smith entered the humorous division; Pat Hoffman and Rochelle Margulas the serious. Steve Schodde and Pete Schmidt were our extemporaneous speakers. We were represented in manuscript reading by Stan Doerr and Bonnie Rollins; Nancy Hildebrand, Adrienne Kroman, and Paul Wohlford participated in the discussion division. The “TALK OF THE TOWN” was our production of Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” for. in addition to presenting it to our own school, we traveled with it to the University and gave a benefit performance to raise money for the proposed little theater. This comedy is the story of a young shrew. Kate, who has a very violent temper. Her sister, Bianca, is being wooed by many men. and cannot be married until her sister marries. An ardent admirer of Bianca engages a friend to make love to Kate, and he finally tames her. Under our director. Mr. Roger DeClercq, who believes only in putting on an outstanding production, the play was a huge success and enjoyable to all. The Taming Of The Shrew TOP ROW: R. DeClercq. G. Smith. I). Ziegcnhagen, T. Crowley. BOTTOM ROW: S. Doerr. I). Cedarhlade. W. Glasser. B. Finstad. 80 Talent Show Cast TOP ROW: M. Klechurgcr. P. Tirdcmann, J. Grand. J. Linstrd. L. Sorency. G. Milbratb. I. Cameroon. M. McDonald. M. Tschimperle. MIDDLE ROW: C. Fmlcrickson. II. Elder. I). Hid. D. Kckdald. S. Doerr. P. Hudson. I). Ccdarblade. B. Brodd. J. Christenson, G. Nelson. P. Franks. A. Crocker. S. Bigalkr. BOTTOM ROW: D. Kirkeby. J. Payton. P. Hoffman. S. Smith. R. Edey. J. Swanson. S. Larson. M. Cook. R. Hiller, J. Gatten. “All aboard the S.S. St. Louis Park for 'Showboat — 1954' was the call echoing through our halls as the annual variety show took place. in preparation for the show, a set resembling an ocean liner was constructed on the auditorium stage. The ship carried us on a trip encircling the globe in fourteen acts. Opening the presentation was a chorus line made up of twent senior girls whose act took place on a New ork pier. Other acts making up the show were tap routine, hula dance, ballet, piano solos, humorous reading, pantomime. harmonica trio, and vocals. A thirty-two voice chorus added background music to the production and sang Old Man River ' in the scene depicting New Orleans. Held April first and second. “Showboat — 1954 definitely emphasized staging. Some of the far away ports visited on the trip were London, Dublin. Vienna, Paris. Istanbul, Honolulu. Hong Kong, and New Orleans. As the grand finale of Park's “SHOW OF SHOWS. the entire cast assembled on stage and sang the beautiful and appropriate “This Is M) Country. Tickets and programs for the show were combined in reproductions of actual boat tickets and were enclosed in a tiny envelope. 1954 was the first year no matinees were held, two evening performances replaced them. Piloting the entire production were co-chairmen Stan Doerr and Pat Hudson. Talent Show Choir rop ROW; B. Hobart, J. Jacob-on, J. Griffin. V Boblur. F. Carlson. M. Johnson. MIDDLE ROW: R. Ka -. . Olson. I). Welke. H. Wry. R. I'tacek. W. Gcrccke. R. Kahlcr. BOTTOM ROW: I). Loaf. J. Carpenter. C. Lung. I� . Wilson. C. Husnev. S. Rohr. J. Gerber. 81 Stage Crew j TOP ROW: J. Fryer, R. Winter, T. Crowley, . Oliver. R. Stuebing. BOTTOM ROW: B. Mavis, D. Zicgenhagen, Mr. W. Ulrich, P. Wohlford, S. Schodde. I OP ROW: I). Jones, D. Bissell. Mr. Horn. R. nderson. FRONT ROW: A. Olson. B. Gronau, W. Teneyck. “SEE IT NOW might well he the motto for the stage crew; only through our efforts is it possible for the student body to see the programs during the year. We prepare the stage for the pep fests. lyceums, plays, and entertainment during the basketball games. Pulling the curtains, seeing that all of the microphones and sound equipment is in order, and the lights are in working condition are included in this preparation. We take charge of cleaning up the stage after programs have been presented. Also one of us is responsible for running the P.A. system. In oilier words, we are the backbone of every program produced in the auditorium. Resolved: That the President of the United States should he elected by a direct vote of the people. That was the question over which two seniors, three juniors, and five sophomores were battling this year to win a name for Park in debate circles. We met every Thursday night from seven to nine o'clock at the high school. At these meetings we analyzed the topic for strong and weak arguments. We had a series of practice meets with Blake followed by a contest with Mound resulting in three wins and three losses for Park. Debating, we feel, gives us experience in later life where it is absolutely necessary to “BACK THAT FACT.” Debate 82 Service Club TOP ROW: D. Prentice, J. Linsted. Y. Bolduc. B. Arntsen. J. Grand. G. Rogers. J. nderson. MIDDLE ROW: B. Smith. I). Leaf. L. Sorcncy, G. Mill. rath. M. McDonald. B. Eider.-. C. Cook. J. Payton. B. Senkle, C. Frederick son. BOTTOM ROW: S. Bain. S. Brown. J. Bloomquist. C. Lerdahl, J. Freiberg. Mis M. Wharton. J. Gatten. B. Tides. A. Horn. Any club or teacher needing a “PRIVATE SECRETARY” need only contact a member of the Service Club. We twenty-six members of this dub working during our study halls, did several secretarial jobs. We typed and mimeographed tests for various teachers, duplicated other tests, ballots for elections in our school, pamphlets, and also helped the staff of the “Just Ls in putting out their paper. Whenever asked, we ran off many articles for clubs and anything else people wanted done. Under our officers, Carol Lerdahl. Jane Freilmrg, and Judy Gatten. we had a very productive and useful year. Brush and Palette, Park’s senior high art club, undertook many projects this year. Our biggest endeavor was the sale of Christmas cards which we ourselves had designed. They were both religious and humorous: Graphic Arts made them live for us in shades of blue, gold, green, and silver. We sincerely hoped our efforts might be “NOTHING Bl I I HE BEST.” Led by president Julia Bramwcll; Bill Haight, vice president: secretary Sue Hendrickson, and treasurer Pat Hoffman, the entire club undertook selling the cards. Mr. Wendell Heers was our adviser. Brush Palette TOP ROW: M. Bostrum. V. Stern. J. Grand. P. Jobs. T. Brawthen, S. Lavine. B. Bloom, R. Johnson, A. Jendahl. v. Stern. K. Kabrud, W. Bury. MIDDLE ROW: W. Haight. G. Peterson. J. Serfell, C. Fredickson, G. Guederian. G. White, J. Hummel, A. Westby. G. Milbrath, B. Elders. B. Balkin. BOTTOM ROW: P. Wohlford. G. Leffler. R. Ptaeek, Mr. W. Heers. S. Hendrickson. P. Hoffman, M. Cook. M. Rollins. 83 TOP HOW: S. Hayes. M. Fowler. J. Pollock. I). Magrcw. R. I.azorik. S. Hol in. MIDDLE ROW: M. Edwins. J. Cagelow, L. Old. M. Field. L. Harrison. BOTTOM ROW: P. Wohlford. I). Peterson, B. Albertson, Mr. Schuttc, J. Gatten. E. Xaske. D. Dailey. Visual Aid TOP ROW; S. Haynes. M. Goosen. J. Pollock. M. Walker. S. Andersen: MIDDLE ROW: E. Wallandcr, R. Rice. M. Porter, J. Bohn. R. Edev, J. Skorey. C. Abies. BOTTOM ROW: I). Dailey. J. Gatten. D. Peterson, Mr. Shutie, D. Jones. Albertson, E. Zaske. The Visual Aid office was the “STUDIO ONE of Park High School. Upon request of teachers, classes were supplied with movies, slides, film strips, projectors, and tajje recorders. Heading the department was Mr. Donald Schulte, and assisting him each period of the day were one senior high hoy and girl. During periods when Mr. Schulte was called away from school, these students took charge of the running of the V.A. department. It was up to the girl to answer the telephone or complete the necessary clerical work. The boy's job was checking projectors and visual material in or out and supervising the showing of films in classrooms during that hour. Each year any ambitious student from any grade may take his “CANDID CAMERA and join the Camera Club. This year there were thirty members in our club, and we are proud to say that four of them are commercial photographers. Our meetings, held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, featured business and a program of vital importance to us. including slides on last year's prize-winning pictures in the national photography contest and demonstrations of table-top photography which is a brand new idea here at Park. We rounded out the year with two contests for our members — one for advanced photographers and one for the average students. Camera Club 84 Graphic Arts TOP ROW: K. Weslund. J. Hunter. B. Martinson. K. Carlson. E. Erickson. MIDDLE ROW: K. Mellet. M. Reid. J. Lien. V. Nyman. R. Farmer, J. Bauer. BO 1 IOM ROW: J. Nyman. R. Dahlstrom. Mrs. G. Johnson. K. Gronvall. J. Best. 80 TOP ROW: J. Johnson. J. Frye, J. Roller, T. Jones. MIDDLE ROW: E. David. 1). Ravitz. J. Johnson. S. Hegedus, B. Mavis. BOTTOM ROW: B. Burnham. I). Bizal. Mr. Zakariascn. J. Hagen. J. Chrislopherson. Graphic Arts, efficient!) advised by Mr. Raymond Zakariascn. printed necessary posters, programs, and tickets for numerous organizations and performances in order to give Parkites “NEWS OF THE HOUR. Among our undertakings was printing for Glee Club concerts, “Green Pastures,” Red Cross, and Brush and Palette. Learning to run the offset press and understand its complicated mechanical workings presented our first problem: this we mastered through study and actual experience. Our officers were Bud Burnham, president: James Chrislopherson. vice-president: David Bi .al. treasurer: and Jerry Hagen, secretary. Christian Fellowship's cabinet. Janice Nyman, president: Roberta Dahlstrom, vice president: Karen Gronvall. secretary : treasurer. Jackie Best, and Mrs. Gloria Johnson, adviser, planned various meetings to fit in with our club's aim — gaining a deeper spiritual life. A talent show at South High climaxed another of our get-togethers: following the meeting we had a party that served to get us belter acquainted — the purpose of these exchange programs. Bible characters, we soon discovered, worked in well for a panel show which we aptly titled “THE NAME’S THE SAME.” Bible study, more exchange meetings, and movies including one titled “This is My Father's World” rounded out the year. Christian Fellowship Paints And Palette TOP ROW': S. Haynes. J. Marcus. K. Zelens. P. Schemer, N. Cohn. MIDDLE ROW: D. Norberg, R. Hoag. M. Downing, J. Anderson, S. Barnes. BOTTOM ROW: J. Kicwell, L. Bailey, Mrs. R. M. Grijak. F. Haimnel, L. Waldock. Watercolors. stencils, lettering pens, India ink. spatter painting, tempera paint, and many other articles necessary to art. are as familiar to us junior high members of Paints and Palette as Colgate is to the “COMEDY HOUR.” Our meetings were held every third Thursday under the leadership of Mrs. Rosemary Grijak. We spent our club time seeing films, listening to lectures or demonstrations, or working on designs. Serving as our officers this year were James Kicwel. president; Lana Bailey, vice president; and Fred Hammel. secretary-treasurer. Problems in the “WORLD AROUND US” were discussed at the junior high leadership clinic which we members of Junior High Student Council sponsored. The clinic was held in the afternoon and featured square dancing, refreshments, an address by a speaker, and the crackerbarrel discussions. Since our council is patterned directly after that in the senior high, it was necessary for us to have representatives in that organization. They reported back to us following each meeting. Our council president was Roger Plantikow who was assisted by Vern Jarosak. vice president; Katharine Reed, secretary; and Barbara Bina. treasurer. Mr. Bertil Johnson, assistant principal, was our adviser. Junior High Student Council TOP ROW: G. Horowitz, S. Winters, B. Cohen, S. Schugg. M. Nordquist, R. Arndt, B. Kcrwin. C. Clifford. R. Townsend, M. Gepner. MIDDLE ROW: B. Siewert. J. Johnson. S. Grahn, M. Ziegenhagen, B. Rein, J. Calhoun, R. Logerquist. M. Reid. L. Marra, S. Zimmerman, G. Nelson, M. Youngblood. BOTTOM ROW: R. Zelens, R. Shank, R. Plantikow, V. Jarosak, Mr. B. Johnson, C. Reed. B. Biva. J. Dolan. J. Buh e. 86 Junior High Red Cross TOP ROW: J. Bryan, T. Stone. S. Nelson. J. McTague. S. Haynes. J. McCanney. E. George. D. Howard. S. Borer. I). Dougherty. M. Swenl ergcr. MIDDLE ROW: B. Sincock. K. Schlong. S. Halleen, J. Anderson. C. Erickson. J. Rube], J. McElniurry. S. Burnstein. M. Bee. P. Lowry, V. Washerman. A. Freeman. BOTTOM ROW: C. Peterson, C. Ellefsen. S. Liss, T. McNellis, Miss Hagen. M. Goldberg, J. Benson. L. Ness. C. Damm. R. Griffin. Junior High Red Cross carried out primarily the same functions as the senior club. In the fall each homeroom selected one person on the basis of his desire to serve to act as representative. Filling gift boxes for Europe became our first project with Roberta Balkin heading the committees. Chairman Lora Lee Ness and her aids co-operated closeh with senior high to insure the success of the March drive. Our officers were Sally Liss. president; Tim McNellis, vice president: Myra Goldberg, secretary: and Jeannine Benson, treasurer. Adviser for the year was Miss Lorraine Hagen. The “Just Us’ staff met at the beginning of each month under direction of co-editors Sara Lenmark and Ann Cheleen. With “NEWS IN SIGHT the reporters were given their respective assignments to be completed by the following week. Staff members who were in the seventh and eighth grades, filled their positions through competitive writing. After the assignments were completed. a scries of meetings were called to rewrite the news, assemble it on the page, mimeograph the paper, and staple it together. The paper was printed once every month and delivered to each junior high student who wished one. Just Us TOP ROW: R. Townsend. S. Perkins. N. Foss, B. Stuhing, I). Molke. J. Gardner. J. Meyers. N. Goldberg, G. Johnson. P. Osterberg. P. Joing. MIDDLE ROW: R. Montgomery, S. Halleen. J. Gerber. M. Enestvedt. C. Johnson. B. Bagger. J. Alexander. P. Haggherg. J. Robertson. S. NX heeler. M. Nordquist. J. Zisken. BOTTOM ROW; G. Stember, C. Cooper, P. Hobart. J. Lien. A. Cheleen. Mrs. G. Johnson. S. Lenmark, C. Datum. K. Lindhorg. D. Hildebrand. 87 Jr. Canteen TOP ROW: M. Gepner. W. Murry, K. Karol. W. Korwin, K. Christenson. P. Haggbcrg. V. Washerman. D. Molke. C. Friedlund. W. Dean, J. Williams. .MIDDLE ROW : T. Me Nellis, J. Lien. M. Bonne. J. Splan. J. Beak, L. Bailey, T. Mr Donald. M. Polterock, D. Nygaard. L. Voungren. J. Riebr, S. Short . J. Mexandcr. M. Youngblood. BOTTOM ROW: M. Banister, J. Johnson, R. Wigen, J. Rastabaugh. Mr. R. Krause, Miss E. Justin, P. Stevens. F. Hainmel. E. Lindborg, L. Ness. Ninth grade Canteen members, under the direction of Mr. Roger Krause, planned the social functions for our class. Our class officers headed the committees which attended to the many necessary arrangements. One night each month our activity crystallized into a successful dance. Miss Emma Justin advised eighth grade Canteen members. We had several parties — all of which were planned to satisfy a variety of interests. We seventh graders had three afternoon canteens and a spring picnic. Our officers and planning committees, led by Mrs. Jessie McKay, based them on a double purpose: that class members become better acquainted and that we should have a good time. Junior High Canteen did not exist as a single unit, but all of the classes had one aim: to give you students “FUN FOR YOl'R MONEY.” “THIS IS THE STORY” Torch Hi-Y the only junior high “Y” club, which had a very successful year. Under the leadership of our officers, we planned events for the entire year. Every other week we had activities such as basketball, volleyball, and other major sports. Our other programs consisted of movies and various speakers. Torch Hi-Y TOP ROW: A. Jewett. B. Molitcr, C. Rekdahl, J. Jondahl. MIDDLE ROW: R. Hicks, J. Miner. W. Krake. I). Vickcrman. P. Cameron, K. Johnson. BOTTOM ROW : T. Selialion. I). Olson, I). Furner, Mr. M. Hughes, A. Janes, I). Olson. 88 Youth Conference I lie role of youth in the world situation became the subject of our annual leadership clinic. The pioject was renamed “Youth Conference’ in order to stress our theme. Carolyn kumpula and Cary Rappaport were in charge of planning the event that took place on February ninth. Mrs. Adkisson and Mrs. Cordon Griebenou. Blue Tri and 11 i-Y advisers respectively, aided the plans. We square-danced to shouts of “swing your partner.” led by Dale Londsberry, harmonized to our favorite tunes in the auditorium, and heard the inspirational message delivered by Reverend E. S. Iljortland of Central Lutheran Church. He spoke on the subject “Accentuate the Positive. Following the afternoon’s program we divided into discussion groups. In the small gatherings we considered such problems as our philosophy of life, political affairs, teen adult relations, and the individual and the law. Teachers and citizens of the community aided the group chairmen in the preparation of their topics. Among the resourceful people who provided ideas for the discussion were: Mr. Jack lwin. Mr. Edward Foltmer. Mrs. Rosemary Grijak. Mr. Roy Larson. Mr. John Loegering. Mr. Andy Nelson. Miss 11. B. Nowotny. Mr. Roy Oaken. Mr. Leo Borman, and Mr. Wesley Ulrich. Dinner in the cafeteria followed the discussions. After the banquet. Stan l)« err. master of ceremonies, introduced Mr. Franklin Cray, member of the school board, who spoke. We summarized the conclusions we had drawn during the day. Our decision concerned the individual and his theme, “I LED THREE LIVES.” These are: an American citizen. St. Louis Park student, and future leader. 89 Chess Club TOP HOW: D. Hobart, R. Williams. II Torroder. It. Crystal. It. Sordwall, E. Winter. MIDDLE HOW: I). Jacobin. T. Ryan. W. Welke. W. DeLaitlre, L Old. J. (Mil. BOTTOM BOW : P. W'ohlford, A. Simons. Mr. J. Loegering. K. Hebcth. D. . cwby, J. Aamondt. Under the leadership of our officers. Allan Simons. Mori Silverman, and Kim llclseth and adviser. Mr. Loegering. our club spent a very interesting and worthwhile year. Meeting even Monday we had various projects and shakers. Mr. Dames, a chess champion of Minnesota came to our school and played the entire club. These matches gave us knowledge and experience for our tournaments. We also constructed a space chess hoard. This hoard, which is three feet by one foot. is three dimensional. To provide answers for the more than “TWENTY QUESTIONS1' asked about the game of chess our club helps us to understand and appreciate even move. “SCHOOL TIME ' passed much more quickly with the knowledge that G.A.A. would come shortly. The main aim of our club was to promote interest in Sports among members. We learned the rules of many sports which go into the making of a well-informed Sjtectator and participant. We had a lot of fun giving a skit in the pep fest before the Hopkins game. Throughout the year we played basketball, baseball, archery, volleyball, tennis, badminton, and swimming on the special davs set aside for activities. We bowled every Thursday, and upon completion of the competition. we had a howling banquet climaxed by an award to the highest scorer. Sr. High G.A.A. TOI’ HOW: K. McCourtney, N. Kcyl, S. Andersen. I . Roger . C. Strand. K. Kiesnrr. A. Crocker. M. Gust, It. Burger. J. Woldsriale. MIDDLE ROW: J. l.innted. I.. h'onard. M. Walters Af. Hillcran. J. Freilmrg, S. Zandaroski. J. Jarvi. C. Johnson, J. Payton. C. Lung. S. Shaw. BOTTOM HOW: S. Rohr, M. La Valley, A. West by. J. Peterson, Mis . M. Hanson, G. Nelson. K. Petersen, J- .Swanson. Af. Krchcr. 90 Junior High G.A.A. TOP HOW: J. Ruble, J. Crab. L. Tilton. J. Aar ness, M. Slavin. J. Ericson. E. Dan ., K. Hoover. I . Collins, J. Larson. B. Paske. I . Haggberg, S. Wheeler, H. Sinkcy. I). Dorn. C. Kick. MIDDLE ROW: M. Papesh, L. Peterson. M. Kruger. S. Eimer. M. Scvcland, N. Newton, J. Ben so, K. Mollet. . Johnson, N. Atwood, S. Blair. M. Reid. K. Simonson. J. Christophcrson, B. Brunze'll, N. Ptashne, S. Zimmar. B. Hoppensath. BOTTOM HOW: V. Walker, I. Martinson. M. Downing. J. Nelson, M. Youngblood. Miss 11. Hanson, C. Hamm. J. Phillips. S. Hoffman, V. Tuttle. An “HOUR OF DECISION faced the members of Junior High G.A.A. in the fall when our year’s activities needed to he planned. An exciting kittcnhall tournament started our club’s sports-filled year, ( iris in junior high grades competed, and after many action-packed moments of thrills and suspense, the match was won by an eighth grade team. By participating in these contests, we earned points toward our letters and awards. Vie also received extra points by joining in various sports on activity days which were held on Tuesday and Friday nights and Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings before school. Through membership in Junior High G.A.A. and participation in its numerous activities and s| ecial events, we girls acquired better sportsmanship and gained many new friends. We also learned the fundamental rules of many games. We found at the end of the year our interest in sports had grown immeasurably. Capably directing our club’s activities in 1953-1954 were Judy Nelson, president, who had as her assistants vice-president Mary Youngblood, and Cindy Damm, treasurer. Our adviser was Miss Marie Hansen. TOP ROW: B. Belknap, M. Bartole, J. Burmeistcr, P. McCauley, C. Abies. B. Krueger, D. Ewing, L. Carlson. M. Waataja, J. Zamlaroski. P. Hcngenc, K. Henningson. B. Mathews. L. Kirkland. B. Anderson, I). Saari. M. Banker. MIDDLE ROW: J. Kurson. M. Hockine, C. Johnson. N. Foss. L. Payne, E. HarUpiist, S. Eder. J. Mickelson, J. Levendusky, J. Freiborg. S. Jacobson, S. Wright. H. Aksteter, J. Miller, J. Kjclwik. K. Aarness, P. Hobon, J. Burnham. H. Holland. BOTTOM ROW: I). Snowden. M. Bcrgren, B. James, P. Duckett, M. Nordquist. J. Me-Canney, K. Knud son. S. Vangen, B. Brown, N. Peterson. J. Gronau, I). Douthitt. 91 1 a I TOP ROW: K. Dorset. R. Rierson, R. Rydlaml. R. Keenan. T. Cordon. J. Johnston. I). Cedarldado. L. Aamodl. THIRD ROW; D. Leonard, W. Martin. W. Welke. I . Lind. M. Segal. J. Steinholber. R. Ilstrup. J. Hvatt. SECOND ROW: J. Klang. S. Da mm. A. Crocker. J. Swanson, R. Edoy, S. Smith. M. Cook. N. Holland, C. Husney. R. Hiller. BOTTOM ROW; 1 Tiedemann. M. Hall. K. Jaglo. M. Abbott, J. Criffin. M. Johnson. V. Bolduc. P. Hudson. The Glee Club, under the direction of Mr. Gordon Griebcwm. is one of our outstanding organizations. and has gained a firmly established reputation which has brought wide recognition to St. Louis Park. The ‘‘ORCHID AWARD is deserving!) presented to this group. To assure our fine standing as a musical group, select members were chosen from only the junior and senior classes. This new policy will continue in the future. For our officers we chose Dave Xicgcnhagen. president; Sue Datum, vice president: Kay Jaglo. secretary: and Rob Berset, treasurer. Karly in November when our school sponsored the State Student Council Convention, we had the honor of presenting a morning vocal program for the hundreds of delegates who attended. Our rendition of Fred Waring’s “The Woodchuck Song’ particularly delighted the audience. Singing at a luncheon of the Park's Rotary Club, in the same month, was our second engagement. The choir from Hopkins High School journeyed to our school this fall, and after setting up coat racks, the necessary extra folding chairs, and distributing music to all students — a group totaling about two hundred — we held a successful rehearsal. Christmas was very near, and we practiced diligently for the annual holiday recital. Glee Club sang “For Into Us A Child Is Born and “Glory to God” from Handel’s “Messiah. The clever “The Night Before Christmas, a Fred Waring arrangement, yvas another of our contributions. As a beautiful climax to the program, the Glee Club, Senior and Ninth Grade Choruses all lifted their voices in I he Hallelujah Chorus” also from “Messiah. ' This same program yvas presented for students in the junior and senior high. Sharon Smith yvas our capable accompanist. February eighteenth found us giving a program of varied music for the Grafil Club at the doyvn-town A .M.C.A. lo Southwest High School yve traveled on March twenty-third yvhore v e had a ‘double feature.' 92 Club TOP KOW: R. Friberg, W. Charland. I). Ziegenhagen. H. very, I). Doim.r. M. Thompson. P. Hoffman. 1$. Fox. I). Kirkrhy. THIRD ROW: M. Goldman. V. Anderson. I). R'-k labl. T. Gerber, S. Doerr, D. Pickeu. C. Werner. J. Nyman. SECOND ROW: R. Hutchinson. G. Nelson. P. Wilson, J. Gerber. M. Shervry. D. Leaf. M. Hilleran. C. Lung. K. Johnson. BOTTOM ROW; G. Kaeppel. J. Johnson. B. Balkin. J. Jacobson. B. Hobart. F. Carlson. J. Carpenter. First we presented an hour program of both sacred and secular selections for the senior high school: following this, we joined with the Southwest choir in an hour rehearsal. Our next short trip was to the Nicollet Hotel, April sixth, where we presented a secular program for the Kiwanis Cluh. April proved to he our busiest month as we found ourselves performing three times in four days. Minnetonka High School played host for the annual Lake District Music Festival on April seventh. Here choruses from all Lake Conference schools gathered to sing together in one massed group and also to perform separately. Mr. Leland Sateren. of Augsburg College, directed us. Two days later the Glee Club gave our sacred Faster program in the school auditorium. Appropriate sections of the “Messiah” were given: we also sang the inspiring “Song of Faster.’ During the next four weeks we prepared for the final presentation of the year which would be open to the general public - the Spring Concert. Fach of the three choruses had its own selections; “Gallia” was presented as a massed number. The senior members realized the Baccalaureate service, held Sunday. June sixth, was the last high school musical event in which they would take part. A certain natural sadness filled all of us as our 1953-1954 school year ended. Many of us would return next year, but for the senior Glee Cluh members it meant sa ing “goodbye” to: the cherished blue and gold robes; the Young People’s Symphonies; the creaky Glee Club chairs; sectionals: the “Woodchuck Song:” trips: rehearsals — both hard work and fun: brown manilla envelopes filled with familiar music; and to our wonderful director, Mr. Gordon Griebenow, Mr. “G.”. our chief nursemaid and babysitter who constantly reminded us this was Senior High Glee Club, and whose fine influence and his teaching of actual singing and the appreciation of all ty|� es of music will go with us always. Senior TOP ROW: S. Bain. J. Bauer, J. Friedlund. K. Cron vail, J. Kaelfgcn. S. Hamilton, C. Obenauf. M. Elstrom. I). Carlson. J. EUncs. E. Welke, J. Baeyen. V. Olson. SECOND ROW: R. Lind. L. Neff. S. Johnson. R. Farmer. S. Bergan. M. Erickson, T. Gabrysh, B. Amtsen. I). Falk. J. Hanson. S. Goldberg. W. Sineock. THIRD ROW: J. Swanson. J. Shodcn, J. Frank. B. Traxinger. M. Dietemen, C. Holm. G. Currie. L. Leonard. K. Strand. M. Hombleton. S. Brunzell. FRONT ROW: R. Lind, D. Beyer. P. Larson. J. Mayeron, S. Kaplan. J. Sims. C. Whalen. R. Syverson. S. Lavine. P. Dona. A. Bradley, P. MacFarlane, G. Anderson. For the first time in Park's history, we had a senior chorus. Rapidly we gained a reputation which added to the school's already outstanding music record. Although our group was largely made up of sophomores, it wouldn't have been complete without the co-operation of the junior and senior members. Besides being an entirely new group, this was the first time a chorus was available for those who just wanted to sing, and no tryouts were necessary for entrance into the choir. With our great willingness to accomplish something worthwhile, we tackled a wide variety of music. In years to come, senior chorus will serve as “TALENT PATROL” for future Glee clubs. Our first public apj carancc was in the Christmas program. We also appeared in the two concerts for the junior and senior high. Previous to this we had spent the months practicing our carols, and choruses from the “Messiah.” After giving our own part of the program, we joined with the Glee Club in presenting the “Hallelujah Chorus. This sacred performance thrilled us and the audience and promised to he one of our most cherished memories. Class periods following Christmas were spent working on the music for the Easter program to he given in April. This program, too, was given in co-operation with the other two choruses. Parts of the “Messiah were again given and we joined with the Glee Club for such selections as “All We Like Sheep and the “Hallelujah Chorus. 94 Chorus TOP ROW: G. Langbchn, R. Young, R. Kahh-r, M. Eklunti, C. Crimmins. J. Hummel, A. Chambers, M. Weyrauch, S. Zandaroski, M. Wolters, E. Hall, J. Nelson. SECOND ROW: R. Kays. J. Sandell. J. Doherty. J. Rorman, J. Niemi. C. Brundidge, M. Zimmar. J. Morton, M. Darr. E. Olson, L. Giffis. THIRD ROW: C. Ercdrickson, I. Cameron. J. Doherty, A. Schnicidel, I). Turner, J. Peck, P. King. J. Jacobson. R. Johnson. P. Jobes, J. Garber. FRONT ROW: J. Newdall, S. Steele, M. Roessel, P. Lamb, V. Stern, K. Nelson, J. Sundquist. M. Selling, J. Pierson. J. Woldsdale, J. Goldberg, A. Videen. Preparation for the Spring Concert began right after Raster vacation: at this point third hour really buckled down to work. This was the climax to our year — an event for which we had been planning a long time. We learned all our numbers precisely and accurately for this was to be our last public program and we had to be sure it would be well remembered. The three choruses worked together in a mass rehearsal before giving the important performance. Our part in the spring concert was one of consequence, and once more we sang massed numbers both sacred and secular. Our first year together as a senior chorus proved to be a great success and there are many varied events we’ll never forget. Some of these are: Mr. G’s definite opinion of daring gum chewers; our first try at the tongue-twisting “Woodchuck Song:” the almost-perfect harmony when it leaked out that someone was having a birthday or was deserving congratulations: the many times for laughs: the serious moments when we were preparing for a concert; the new experience of having a standing invitation to Glee Club sectional rehearsals on week-day mornings from eight to eight-thirty. These are just a few of the numerous reasons our year in senior chorus will always serve as a pleasant memory and a vivid inspiration in years to come. We held elections early in the year: those elected to office were: Janice Rorman, our president: Jean Langbehn, her assistant and vice president; secretary and chief attendance taker. Mary J. Loelfgen: and keeper of the treasury, Joan Doherty. Mr. Gordon Griebenow directed the senior chorus. 95 Ninth Grade TOP ROW: K. Doulhili. K. Corey. S. Eimer, C. Bolduc, C. Keith. L. Waldock, L. Kutnpula. C. Adams. K. Olson. J. Sargent. SECOND ROW: P. Biptcdt, S. Rockriam. B. Shapiro. E. Carlson. J. Nelson. R. Horwitz, Vt. Johnson. I. MacDonald. T. McNeUia, R. Hicks. THIRD ROW: S. Borer. C. Vowers. B. Paske. J. Cichosz. J. Mackey. J. Serigatad. H. Margulas. R. W illiams. W. Torodo. R. Todd. FRONT ROW : L Tilton. M. Felland. J. Essip. Robbins. J. MickeJ. son. S. Swanson. J. Riebe. K. Clander. G. Carman. We members of ninth grade chorus had music for our homeroom, and we were an ambitious class. In the not too far-distant future, we ninth graders in music may he winners in the ’’TALENT HI NT for senior high glee club. Since this was our main objective, we worked hard to achieve, our goal. We did a great deal of singing, and learned to co o}� crate in a large group. Studying the fundamentals of blending, breath control, proper pronunciation, key signatures, rhythms, symbols and signs absorbed a great part of our time. 1954 was an exciting year for us ninth graders because it marked the first time ninth grade has had a chorus of its own. We felt very proud that we were able to sing the more difficult secular music without aid from the eighth grade. Park no longer had a junior chorus or girls' chorus: our own group was a part of the music department which consisted of our ninth grade choir, senior chorus — a group open to all with a desire to sing, and glee club, the carefully selected organization. Our first public appearance came in December when we helped to give added merriment to Christmas through participating with the other two choruses in a sacred and secular program. As well as aiding in the presentation of the evening Christmas program for tlu adults, we also sang in Chorus TOP ROW: J. Radabaugh. L. Flagg. D. Turner. N. Zavodskv. N. Blomberg. C. Ziegenhagcn. I Ness, J. Maae. I. Martinson. V. Walker. SECOND ROW: D. Carlson. J. Keating, K. Schlong. T. Millar. D. Asplund. C Zerban. P. Lapayne. K. Starkey. J. Calhoun. L. Peterson. THIRD ROW: G. Rrkdahl. S. Bigalke. B. Avery, J. Bast able. B. Wittemore, B. Goodman. E. Danz. K. Hoover. J. Baker. N. Newton. FRONT ROW: S. Kccley, J. Gregor. P. Lowry. M. Goldberg. S. Crocker. G. Schwartz. J. Freiborg. M. Ciffone, L. Douglas. those for junior and senior high. Our second sacred program came at Kaster, at which time we again j erformcd for junior and senior high audiences. Co-operation, our chief objective, was quite successfully achieved as we settled down to learn selections for the annual spring festival. The Spring Concert served as the climax of our musical season and final year in junior high. It was a presentation for the student body and the general public, and after presenting our particular section of the concert, we joined the other choral groups in presenting several massed musical numl� ers. The combined voices of nearly three hundred young | eople produced a beautiful effect which will long be remembered. Our vocal activities were capably led by our president, Charles Adams, who often took over the class; vice-president, Nancy Zavodsky assisted in planning our programs and selecting our important music; Susan Robbins, our secretary, whose main jobs were seeing that our music was kept in good order, and taking attendance. Treasurer Gary Rekdahl handled all necessary money affairs such as the sale of tickets for our Christmas program. Mr. Gordon Griebenow was the director of our chorus. 97 J • ¥ Senior FIRST ROW: M. Peterson. C. Clark, J. Wheeler. P. Marshall. C. Erickson. J. Palen. C. Reed, B. LaSalle, A. Janes. J. Shaw. SECOND ROW: J. Duck. D. Jacobson. J. Lauren. R. Liebo, N. Witatine, J. Enestvedt. R. Geldert. B. Carlson. E. Cihoski, W. Gerecke, S. Steenson. K. Johnson. A. Kendall, D. Anderson. R. Selander, W. Chapman. THIRD ROW': R. Oas. G. Brame. J. Bangh. J. O’Rourke, S. Heimdahl. R. Lien. L. Edelen, J. Salo. W. Schooner, I). Pratt, D. Sand. D. Jensen, G. Barton, G. Gonion. C. Heinecke. C. Christenson, M. Knutson. K. Peterson. I). Horstkorta. D. Borgen. R. Hartert. Since we Senior Band members had learned proper fundamentals for good music in previous years of band participation, we had one problem licked as the 1953-54 term began. But as we surveyed our busy schedule of concerts, pep fests. festivals, and contests, we knew we’d have to work ’to beat the band’ to squeeze everything in and do a fine job, too. The advent of football season meant we had to provide music and spirit at all pep fests and home games. Special marches, formations, and half-time shows at four football games gave added entertainment to the eager spectators. After playing at the queen’s coronation, we led the homecoming parade past the school and into our stadium. During basketball season, we played at pep fests which gave added spirit to that sport; this brought our total for the year up to twenty pep fests. Even with all these programs, each of our members managed to practice an hour every day and attend one hundred and eight sectionals during the course of the year! But giving programs and concerts requires hard woi k and time, and we all realized this extensive rehearsing was essential. Early in February, we furnished the music for Participation Week — the week set aside to make Parkites more aware of their opportunities and obligations here at school. Following this, preparation for our two main concerts began. A student concert, the first of two, was given in winter. The second was a special recital, our “COMMAND PERFORMANCE,” which came in spring. Music that catered to all tastes made up the program. Also in the spring came an exciting event—our annual concert given at an out-of-town school. The trip lasted two days and proved to be a high point of the year. Upon returning to St. Louis Park, preparation for the All-Conference Band started. Many Senior 98 Band FOURTH ROW: M. McCanney, I). Hague, K. Kabriiri, L. Harrison. F. Tinker. T. Hughes. J. Best. N. Parry. R. Willen. T. Canyo. J. Zimmerschied. J. Duck. D. Erickson, T. Lunow. M. Halleen, C. Berg, A. Cclhar, A. Simons. R. Criffin, W. Bauer. J. Hiner. I). Wheeler. P. Anderson. T. Benson. T. Nelson. A. Mattson. E. I.ussier. W. Sundei. J. Norbury. E. Wheeler. BACK ROW: J. Lindahl. J. Anderson, M. O’Rourke, E. Bohm, T. Norris, J. Carroll. 1' Beaudry, R. Falk, G. Anderson, R. Hagen, B. Pfeifer, P. Franks, J. Browne, D. Jones. Band people participated. Selected ‘members from each school band in the Lake Conference worked together to make one large band. Following several practice sessions, they gave a successful concert. Shortly after the All-Conference Band had been formed, fifty lucky Park students took part in the District and State Solo Knsemble Contests. Wayzata High School played host to the competitors in the district contest in April, and May brought the exciting state competition at the University of Minnesota. We furnished entertainment in community activities, too. May thirtieth was the day of our second big parade—the Memorial Day Parade. We led it from the school, down Lake Street to Carpenter Park where a morning service, open to the public, was held. The holiday parade served as our last public appearance, and it was with mixed emotions we put away our uniforms, music, and instruments for the last time. Seniors felt sad to be leaving Park and Senior Band but excited at the prospect of stepping out into the world. The rest of us still had happy years to come—at Park and in Senior Band. Mr. Earl Bohm. our fine director, and the Band officers worked together organizing schedules and planning our programs. Elections were held in September, and our officers were: president. Jerry Norbury, who helped to direct and to advise all the projects undertaken by Senior Band; vice president, Bill Chapman, who assisted the president, took care of the seating arrangements, and supervised setting up of the stage before a program; secretary, Mary Peterson, took daily attendance; and treasurer, Pat O'Rourke, was in charge of the all-important financial propositions which made trips a reality. Librarian, Joan Anderson, distributed, filed, and repaired all Senior Band music. 99 Junior FIRST ROW: S. Nyman, B. Albertson, M. Enestvedt, B. James, J. Bisscll, L. Whitney, M. Reid, N. Atwood. E. Lindborg. SECOND ROW: W. Hopper. R. Dalden, J. Dahl. G. Simons, D. Anderson, S. Sand, K. Nichols. B. Krueger. D. Hildebrand. R. Legrand, J. Middleton. D. Gcldert, P. Sunde, A. Thompson, S. DeGidio. L. Linquist. THIRD ROW: C. Ellefson, B. Moliter, C. Cooper, K. Nordwall, B. R. Anderson, G. Johnson. S. Fish. N. Hempstead. W. Burkhardt, B. Price. V. Nyman. C. Hreha. J. Blomstroni, G. Hiner, J. Lien, C. Weyer. B. Robinson, F. Johnson, I). Olson. J. Aarness, R. Possehl. “NAME THAT TUNE” and play it, too, in the junior high hand. Eighty-seven, eighth, and ninth graders made up our hand. Having improved a great deal upon what we learned as seventh graders, we joined this band hoping to learn even more. Our adviser and director, Mr. James Gronseth. was a source of inspiration and help to us who really have a lot to learn about the large field of music. He turned us into a compact and tightly knit group, all of which are interested in music as a wonderful source of enjoyment as well, perhaps, as a source of income in later years. There are so many different aspects in the playing of a musical instrument, and he helped us to appreciate all of them to some extent. Every important thing which one does should have a goal or a standard which one should try to achieve. We strived for an ever increasing knowledge of music and perfection in the work we were practicing at the present time. In playing in a band of this type, or in any musical group for that matter, unity must be maintained. This is what a band leader or director is for. He. by various movements and directions, keeps all the members together and in perfect rhythm. He must be watched at all times, and those of us in a high school band class learned to watch him and play at the same time. In the spring many important events come up. These included the concert for the junior high sponsored jointly with the seventh grade band, the Lake Conference Band Festival, and Park High's annual Spring Concert. Preparing for these concerts takes a long time and much concentration must be exercised. Taking into consideration that there were ejghty-scven pupils in our band, and that each one needed some individual help, one hour every day didn't seem to be enough time to practice. 100 Band FOURTH ROW: J. Townsend. 1). Olson. J. Goetzenberger. M. Kendall. R. Zelens. K. Fujino. I). Ewing, J. Meyer, B. Brown. R. Erickson, G. Peterson, L. Nelson, 1). Andreen. S. Blair, J. Bjornstad. R. Oas, P. Haggherg, R. Huebner. G. Malchen. I). Sellin. N. Bechtel. S. Johnson. 1). Moeller. K. Simonson, W. Dean, G. DePue, H. Korsch. R. Arndt. G. Lau. FIFTH ROW: G. Truhn. F. Fortier. M. Swenberger. J. Gerber. B. Anderson, B. Eliason, J. Williams, Mr. Gronseth. But it had to l� e done, and we put up with it. Of course, though, most of us practiced at home or Indore and after school. A great variety of selections must be practiced in order to have a program of interest to all people with tremendous variations in their interests. Pieces ranging from marches to symphony music, novelty numbers to dance selections, were practiced diligently every day. Finally the music which we intended to play for the first concert was chosen and we concentrated our efforts on perfect renditions of the melodies. Our concert for the junior high was a terrific success and we moved on to preparing for the Lake Conference Festival on March twenty-fourth. Here again our best played music was practiced millions of times to guarantee us of selections worth listening to. There, too, we came out on top and took great satisfaction in our efforts. In May we had an exchange concert with a Minneapolis school and at last came the time which we had been working for all year — the highlight of our junior band career. The Spring Concert with all its excitement and preparation was upon us. We presented a fine program along with the seventh grade band and the one of the senior high, which was enjoyed by all. participants as well as listeners. Under the leadership of our officers, William Burkhardt. president; Mike Hoffman, vice president; Jerome Fruhn, secretary; William Hopper, treasurer; and Carl Weyer, librarian, we had an outstandingly fine year and profited a great deal from it. 101 J Seventh Grade FIRST ROW: I). Myman, K. Aar ness, C. Johnson. J. Row. M. Chase. SECOND ROW: L. Stunick. B. Nash. G. Nordin, J. Swanson. L. Johnson. S. Hinshaw. I). Swanson. THIRD ROW: J. Lohse, G. Shaw. J. Slenu-nda. A. Griffiths, K. Olson, S. Seagram, L. Reiter, R. Cook. W. Johnson, T. Meland, D. McLean. FOURTH ROW: F. Rapp. D. Lockhart. J. Kumpula. J. Roth. I). Seirup. R. Olson. M. Matthiesen. J. Fernstrom. T. Rudd, L. Nordstrom. J. Dailey, A. Finn. R. Granherg. BACK ROW: B. Steuhing. B. Benson. A. Heimdah), R. Waataja. “SO YOU WANT TO LEAD A BAND” or more important, learn how to play a particular instrument. Then all future, musically inclined seventh graders should join the seventh grade hand. Here we learned about all of the instruments, their functions in the hand, and how to play in the hand itself. Learning to play your particular instrument along with fifty or more other people’s playing is a difficult hut pleasing and gratifying experience. To draw a smooth and graceful melody out of a cacaphony of sound was what the hand accomplished for each pupil, most of whom were new to this type of class. It was true, though, that some of these young and ine | erienced students have had some sort of instruction. Mr. Bohn, the senior hand director travels to the grade schools to prepare these future seventh graders for their high school hand life. We were all very interested in music and tried our best to put all we had into each selection. We learned to read music and found out what goes into the preparation of each piece. Timing our movements and following our director. Mr. Kochat. are important things for us. We realize that playing in a hand wasn’t all play and really was a lot of work. As the saying goes “practice makes perfect”. This is very true in playing a music instrument. We practiced an hour daily in addition to practice sessions at home and Indore and after school. 102 Band FIRST ROW: B. Belknap. M. Bartole. J. Rjelwik. B. Cohen. SECOND ROW: L. Carlson. B. Hanson. J. Miller. N. Jensen. B. Siewert. N. Frau. K. Mollet, I). Shank. THIRD ROW: R. Brand. B. Scherling. T. Scott. I). Fctcrson. J. Midland. P. Penniman, G. Emerson, H. Bcsner, R. Christenson. B. Hays, R. Harding. E. Winter. FOURTH ROW: I). Chcever, G. Eide. R. Englcr, R. Hanglid, I). Evans. P. Nichols. W. Mikkola, D. Nelson, R. Cummings, A. Bloomi|uist, J. Rippey, C. Tcssman. Strains of many varied tunes could he heard each day drifting, or shall we say blasting, their way down the long corridors of our high school. The marching rhythms of Sousa’s selections, the whinnying of the horse in Leroy Anderson’s popular “Sleighride”, or. above all. the always to be remembered Park Loyalty song will forever he cherished memories to those in the hand. One of the purposes for all of this practice was the Lake Conference Festival given on March twenty-fourth. All of the hands in the Lake Conference participate in this affair and much work goes into the preparation of an outstanding program. The festival included many soloists and all of the hands playing together as an ensemble. It is really remarkable to see hundreds of people, each an individual with a mind of his own and playing a different instrument, join together and present something such as this. Immediately after the festival, we began working on several numbers for the annual spring concert held in May. All the bands in our school presented this concert with several members in solo parts. Our hand and the junior high hand also put on a concert for the junior high in the spring. At the beginning of the year we selected our officers. They were Dean Cheevcr, president; William Johnson, vice president; Linda Carlson, secretary; and Robert Jay, treasurer. Under these officers we had a great deal of fun in our first high school hand and learned a lot about music and playing in a hand. By the end of the year we knew all about our own particular instrument and how it worked. We could all safely say that we did want to lead a hand or at least belong to the Junior high hand next year and perhaps the senior high hand in later years. 10? 1 Special Recognitions Bob Vartdal Adrienne Kroman Nancy Heller In our intermingling of work and play, we do stop to evaluate those in our midst who excel in character, citizenship, leadership, and scholarship. With the help of various civic groups. sj� ecial honors are bestowed upon those selected, by their fellow students. Nancy Heller and Boh Owen were selected as the Girls’ State and Boys' State delegates. They each attended a week’s conference held at the Minnesota Fair Grounds. There they experienced government in action as they, with representatives from throughout the state, fashioned model local and state governmental units and studied problems at various levels. Bob Vartdal was selected by his classmates as the boy worthy of the recognition when they were asked to select a boy to go on a pilgrimage to the United Nations. The St. Louis Park Odd Fellows Lodge paid all expenses in this project which took Bob and other state delegates by bus to Washington, D.C.. up into New York, across into Canada, and then back home. They visited the National Capitol, heard committees of the United Nations which were laying plans for the fall meeting, and, of course, saw much of America. Bob summed it up by saying. “It was the most greatest ex| erience of my life, not only for what 1 saw and what I learned: but I met such wonderful people from all over the United States.” Each spring the seniors vote the girl in their class most worthy of the D.A.R. Recognition Award. This student attends an annual banquet sponsored for delegates from all schools in the state. At the banquet, special honors are bestowed, and one girl becomes the winner of a trip to a National D.A.R. banquet. Adrienne Kroman was selected to be the 1954 recipient of this honor. Bob Owen 0 Our Coaching Staff I.oo Rorman. Ray Hoberg, Linton Lange, Vern Winter. Lloyd Holm. Clifford Horn. Peter Zanna, Gerald Krueger. Wayne Sundberg, Roger Thompson. Roy Grijak. (John Little, not present). We proudly present the coaches who are responsible for the ever growing and expanding athletic program inter and intra — here at Park. Coach Holm who is the Athletic Director is building an all around program which starts during the early years in our elementary schools. With our many new buildings, facilities for developing athletes are excellent. This will develop keener competition at the high school level in the future. In addition to the athletic director activities. Holm assists with “A” squad football and heads basketball. During the summer he assists with recreation programs. Coach Hoberg came to Park as head football coach this fall, and his work during this first season showed that he had the spark and drive which should bring victories ahead. Coaches Rorman and Zanna coach the “B” squad football through a vigorous season, and their work is not to he underestimated for they prepare material upon which the “A squad must build. Coaches Krueger and Horn take over at the junior high level by preparing plenty of scrimmage and numerous contests to give the younger boys a taste of football. Basketball moves in on the heels of football when coach Holm takes charge of the “A squad, with Coach Thompson in charge of “B” basketball. Coaches Winter, Grijak. and Hoberg keep the spirit of basketball at a high pitch in the junior high school. Coaches Krueger and Grijak take over senior high track, and Little begins the ground work in the junior high school. Early in the fall the school becomes aware of track as the cross country team goes into action. In spring track they are looking forward to a large turn out since Park now has a splendid new track. Coach Zanna keeps hockey right up there as a high school sport, and the team this year, as in previous seasons, was excellent. No doubt this sport will take on even greater importance as hockey is now making its appearance in main Lake Conference schools for the first time. For several years we have had some interest in skiing under supervision of Coach Sundberg; but with the Florida winter we have experienced this season, it was difficult to work up enthusiasm. Golf, too, is under the direction of Sundberg. While not such large numbers of students participate in these sports, we do afford the opportunities for those boys who are interested. Coach Thompson sparks the tennis squad which works out in the fall, and then enters into stiff competition in the spring. This sport is constantly growing in popularity as is indicated by the numbers participating. Baseball in the senior high is under the able coaching of Winter. More and more students show a decided interest in this “All American” sport which encounters a heavy schedule due to the short season allowed in the spring. Coach Lange takes over the junior high team which also gets quite a work out and plays a number of schools in the Lake Conference. Looking back over this staff of coaches, you can readily see that Park supplies a tremendous number of activities, assuring any boys who wish to participate ample opportunities. 105 A” Football Squad FIRST ROW: F. Rocsscl. D. Brown. D. Doimer. J. Goulet, B. Westerdahl, J. McMasters, R. Owen. J. Norbury, I). Joy. P. Lussier. SECOND ROW: R. Illstrup. S. Hcgedus, I). Jones, R. Gustafson. G. Sweningson. R. Bracher. K. Kinstler, J. Garten. J. Scott. G. Anderson. THIRD ROW: Coach Hoberg, T. Bartholome, T. Tyler, J. Hyatt, R. Koeneman, T. Craven, D. Dahlen. T. Shadier, L. Papesh, Ass't. Coach Holm, W. Roth. Park’s football team, under the coaching of Hay Hoberg. had a better than average year with John McMasters and Bill Westerdahl as our co-captains. In the first two non-conference games we came out even with two ties at Anoka and St. Cloud Cathedral. We edged Wayzata with the longest run of the season when Terry Bartholome intercepted a pass, and with the help of excellent blocking, ran 96 yards for a touchdown. John McMasters and Jerry Norbury, with the help of excellent team play, romped over Mound 19-0. Hopkins, revenging last year’s set back, trounced Park 26-0. Kobbinsdale edged Park 19-7 even though Grover McElderry intercepted a blocked kick and ran 38 yards before a speedy tackle brought him down. John McMasters scored all four touchdowns to give Park a victory over Minnetonka 26-7. In our final attempt to down the league-leading Edina team, Park was halted and lost 33-7. An over-all glance at our game scores at the end of the season indicated that Park scored 77 points to our opponents 91 points for a 3-3 conference record. John McMasters was selected Lake Conference Back, an honor he certainly deserved. Despite the graduation of a large number of football players, there remains a splendid group of juniors and sophomores who will carry on for what should be a promising 1954 fall season. 1953 Football Scores Lake Conference Standings Park 6 6 Anoka W L Pet. Park 0 0 St. Cloud Cathedral Edina 6 0 1,000 Park 12 0 Wayzata Hopkins 5 1 .833 Park 19 0 Mound Kobbinsdale 4 2 .666 Park 0 26 Hopkins St. Louis Park 3 3 .500 Park 7 19 Kobbinsdale Minnetonka 2 4 .333 Park 26 7 Minnetonka Wayzata 1 5 .200 Park 7 33 Edina Mound 0 6 .000 106 Seniors on A” Squad Bill Westerdahl Tackle Co-Captains John McMasters Fullback Bob Owen Quarterback Dave Doimer Halfback Jerry Norbury Halfback Don Brown Halfback 107 Dave Joy End Earl Lussier Guard Fred Rocssel Guard Jerry Goulet Halfback 9 y 108 The festivities of Homecoming, 1953 . . . scores of returning alumni ... the solemn beauty of the coronation . . . floats around the football field . . . October’s chill winds painting the queen’s cheeks with roses . . . the afternoon tea . . . happily renewing acquaintances of old friends and former teachers Looie. the Spirit of St. Louis Park, leading cheers . . . our slogan “Davey Jones claims Tonka’s Bones” . . . excited rooters packing the stadium . . . the inspired football team from Park . . . disappointed Minnetonka, the losers 26-7... 109 J B” Football Squad FIRST ROW: V. Anderson, C. Peterson, R. Sorenson. B. Triethart, 0. Bisal, R. Kocourek. R. Young. J. Haeg. R. Oliver. SECOND ROW: Coach Kerman. D. Daly. D. Pullen. L. Thompson, J. Unger. J. Bastable. M. Jansen. T. Jones. T. Ryan. E. Kleeherger, Coach Zanna. THIRD ROW: W. Delaitte, J. Hansel, P. Lind berg, D. Welke, T. Dale. J. Plaisted, R. Atwood, J. Dale. R. Mavis. Not nil players will qualify for the “A squad, and, of course. Park is no exception to that rule. Rorman and Zanna who coach the “B squad keep the spirit alive for those boys who can't quite make the first team. Forty-five boys took advantage of “B’' squad football practice. Most of these boys were sophomores with a few junior boys filling in the ranks. The season was not too successful when one views the wins and losses, for the squad lost three games and won but two games. However, the boys were learning the fundamentals of football, and a number of boys proved very outstanding and will be assured a place on the “A squad when the call for practice is issued in August for the 1954 season. Park 6 Scores 0 St. Paul Cretin Park 0 6 Robbinsdale Park 0 6 Minnetonka Park 12 7 Edina Park 8 18 Hopkins 110 I.':I imSMi C” Football Squad FIRST ROW: M. Hughes. K. Brawthen, R. Hoag. F. Jarohnw. F. Johnson, S. Storm, D. Olson, M. Halloran. R. Johnson. B. Anderson. SECOND ROW: Coach Horn. L. Rasntuaon. T. Scallon, C. Adams, J. Kralc, D. Me Crew. J. Kiewcl, J. Hine . J. nhorn. M. Brown, J. Erickson. D. Brose, C. Krueger. THIRD ROW: D. Dahl. M. Makousky. G. McKinley. J. Johnson. K. Waataja, R. Wigen. J. Cotton. R. Taylor. B. Robinson, M. Burnstein. P. Schneider. J. Jones, B. Martinson, H. Hanson. This year with the combined efforts of Mr. Horn and Mr. Krueger, Park produced another “C football squad. Soon after the beginning of the year, volunteers were called for. Over sixty boys came to the preliminary meetings, and when our squad was formed, fifty of the boys were working toward a winning team. Some of us had a years previous training under Mr. Horn, while the majority was unaccustomed to the rules and plays of high school football, rather than the game of the “sand lot variety. Finally a series of teams were formed, and four squads of boys were organized. The coaches stressed the fundamentals of football as well as the importance of good sportsmanship and learning to work as a unit. When we players proved to the coaches we were ready for competition a round robin schedule was set up in which the squads alternately played each other. This proved to be very valuable practice for the years to come. When the year came to a close the standings showed two wins, one tie, and four losses. All in all the team had faired very well, for we must realize that the team was rather green, and fifty boys only had two coaches who did a tremendous job of shaping up the available material. Many of the boys showed outstanding possibilities and no doubt will be invited out early this fall with the “A” squad. A few’ of the boys were brought up to the “A squad for the best game. Coaches Horn and Krueger agree that the team did a good job this year and the outlook for next year is excellent. Park 13 Scores 20 Kobbinsdale Park 7 0 Edina Park 13 6 Richfield Park 0 0 Columbia Heights Park 7 13 Edina Park 0 12 Kobbinsdale Park 7 12 Columbia Heights Ill A” Squad Basketball LEFT TO RIGHT: W. Roth, J). Brown, M. Kul in, E. Wheeler, R. Vandal, J. Patterson, R. Willen. R. Plantikow, R. Bracher, B. Be reel, I). Tessmcr, K. Kinstler, W. Jeppesen, M. Galinson. Mr. Holm. Park with one of the best teams of its entire history had a very successful season with Bob Berset, Dick Bracher. Warren Jeppeson, Mark Kubin, Ed Wheeler. Bob Vartdal. Don Brown returning lettermen. Coach Lloyd Holm lead the Park five to second place in the conference with a 10-2 record. Park began the season by whipping Minneapolis Roosevelt, 1952-53 city champs by a score 68-54. Park also defeated three other city schools: South. Southwest, and Henry. Warren Jeppeson broke Dick Seaberg’s scoring record with 45 points against Marshall, Minnesota, and he also lead the Lake Conference in scoring with the total of 200 points. Bob Berset was third in scoring honors with 167 points. Park, rated 5th in the State by St. Paul Pioneer Press, placed three men on the all-conference team; namely Dick Bracher, Bob Berset and Warren Jeppeson. Even though we lost two times to Hopkins, Park had an excellent team heading for tournament play. Excellent material for next year with 5 returning lettermen places Park among the best prospects for the 1954-55 season. SCORES Park 68 Roosevelt 54 Park 38 Hopkins 64 Park 65 South 40 Park 58 Robbinsdale 43 Park 49 Mound 44 Park 53 Mound 45 Park 50 Minnetonka 48 Park 50 Minnetonka 34 Park 59 Wayzata 51 Park 60 Wayzata 33 Park 66 Southwest 43 Park 64 Marshall. Minn. 44 Park 44 Chisholm 37 Park 67 Edina 45 Park 54 St. Regis 41 Park 53 Hopkins 61 Park 60 Rochester 49 Park 72 Robbinsdale 46 Park 42 Edina 30 Park 61 Henry 54 LAKE CONFERENCE STANDINGS W L Pet. Pts. OP Mound 6 6 .500 581 570 Hopkins .. 12 0 1.000 747 392 Edina 5 7 .417 482 569 St. Louis Park .. 10 2 .833 651 514 Robhinsdale 2 10 .182 558 704 Minnetonka 7 5 .583 584 553 Wayzata ... 0 12 .000 467 747 112 Mark Rubin Bob Berset Don Brown Guard Forward Guard Most Valuable Player All Conference Ed Wheeler Forward Warren Jeppeson Center All Conference Roger Willen Forward Roger Plantikow Forward Doug Tessmer Center Bob Vandal Forward Ken Kinstler Forward Dick Bracher Jim Patterson Guard Guard All Conference 113 B” Squad LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Thompson. G. Krueger, J. Radabaugh, G. Peterson. J. Unger. J. Enghauser, S. Hegedus, J. Bastable. D. Pullen, B. Shank, C. Adams, K. Albinson, B. Johnson, T. McDonald, A. Janes. B” squad, one more step and you’re on top. That is no doubt why the fellows on the “B squad work so hard, for they know that hard work pays off with a chance for them to play with the “A” squad. The nine wins and six losses recorded by the B” team shows promise for Park’s teams of the future. The scoring power was mainly supplied by three Freshmen: Walter Johnson. Jon Radahaugh, and Charles Adams who together totaled 279 points for the season. Consistent play was also turned in by Sophomores Steve Hegedus, John Duck. Jerry Unger and freshman Bob Shank. With an 8-4 record in the conference, Park’s “B” men ranked with Minnetonka and Robbins-dale behind first place Hopkins. The thrill of the season came when Jay Enghauser sparked the surging Park team to an overtime win at Edina. The last game proved to be a good climax with the squad showing smooth team work and a tremendous defense to whip an undefeated Patrick Henry outfit 42-30. GAMES AND SCORES Park 29 24 Mound Park 38 23 Wayzata Park 20 24 Minnetonka Park 44 33 Edina Park 43 18 Wayzata Park 30 43 Robbinsdale Park 28 29 Southwest Park 42 30 Patrick Henry Park 39 42 Rochester Total won lost Park 27 23 Edina Conference won lost Park 34 42 Hopkins 9 6 Park 38 34 Robbinsdale 8 4 Park 35 28 Mound Park 39 34 Minnetonka Coaches Winter and Grijak had a successful season with an overall record of seven wins and three losses. The team was a very good defensive team holding the opponents to about 22 points a game while they averaged 32 points offensively. The basketball team ended up on top of the league in Eastern Division of the Lake Conference with a record of 5 wins — 1 loss. The team developed good balance and teamwork. In scoring record, Burkhardt held the lead with Storm, Devereaux, and Carlson following closely. C” Squad TOP ROW: Mr. Winters, M. Shedlov, S. Keeley, D. Carlson, R. Todd, N. Dallen. W. Rurkardt. T. Hammel, R. Grijak. BOTTOM ROW: R. Erickson, J. Bjornstad. J. Carlson, J. Botten. S. Storm, R. Devereaux. 114 7th Grade Basketball TOP ROW: W. Stephven. P. Thorstenson, J. Hembre. J. Tuthill. B. Doughrty. S. Pascoe, R. Wilson, R. Her ag. B. Johnson, T. Odcan, Coach Hoberg. BOTTOM ROW; V. Strand, B. Seward, F. Miller. J. Kumpula. J. I-arson, B. Paterson. J. Jones, R. Shank. When new students first come to the high school everything is very new and different. Many of the boys are curious as whether they will be given a chance to continue their basketball interests; well the answer is yes. Early in the fall the call is out for seventh grade recruits. Coach Den Hoberg was very pleased this year when over twenty-five boys came out for the team. You can imagine the confusion one coach would have with our twenty-five rambunkious boys. Well it wasn’t long before — Hoberg had things under control, the games were started. Most of these games were inter-squad games, affording the best possible experience. After many weeks of inter-squad scrimmage, the team finally got a crack at the eighth grade squad. They continued to scrimmage the eighth grade throughout the season, every now and then. All the boys agree that they learned a lot of high school basketball, as well as having a tremendous time. Coach Dewayne Hoberg said the best prospects for his next years team will no doubt be Vern Strand, Bruce Siewert. and Jerry Jones. 8th Grade Basketball TOP ROW': J. Blomberg. I). Molke, R. Legrand. P. Sunder. J. Krewell. R. Arndt. M. Stqrm, R. Johnson. F. Hammel. MIDDLE ROW: J. Warren. S. Johnson, R. Erickson. R. Hacg. K. Nickols, K. Browthen. BOTTOM ROW: D. Nelson. M. Martin. C. Nykleby. M. Sivenberger. J. Hartquist, J. Meyer. 115 Hockey Squad TOP ROW: R. Mavis, T. Barnham. S. Matcham, G. Rekdahl, R. Rice, B. Triethart, A. Jewett, M. Gepncr, J. Haeg, Mr. Zanna. BOTTOM ROW: R. Videen, K. Hanunel, J. Plaisted, V. Jarosak, T. Hanson, T. Bartholomc, J. Norbury, R. Atwood, M. Anderson, B. Nielsen. D. Johnson, B. Owen, R. Whipps. A SQUAD HOCKEY The St. Louis Park hockey team enjoyed a successful year which brought them as far as the Region 6 tourney. Under the able coaching of Peter Zanna. the sextet ended the season with a 6-1-1 record in the Lake Conference to share the title with Edina, and a 13-2-1 overall record. The Orioles started the season with an impressive 2-1 victory over Hibbing at Williams Arena, and then traveled to Blake and Winona coming home with 6-3 and 7-1 wins. The Conference season opened January 5 and the Parkers won an easy contest 11-1 against Minnetonka. St. Cloud and Robbinsdale became the next victims of the accurate passing Orioles as they drubbed Tech 1-1-1 and the Robins 15-1. Terry Barlholome sparked the Orioles with 12 goals and 8 assists in the two games. A tough 1-0 win over Wayzata gav the Park sextet some idea of the competition they were up against, but four days later Edina knocked them from the top of the standings with a 3-2 overtime victory. More determined than ever, the Orioles came back with 5-0 and 10-2 victories over Minnetonka and St. Cloud, then skated rings around Robbinsdale as they beat them 15-0. Warm weather during the next few weeks forced the team inside and the scheduled games with Edina and Wayzata were played at the Minneapolis Arena. The Edina game ended in a 2-all deadlock at the end of three overtimes. Tom Hanson was the hero of the Wayzata tilt when he scored in the third sudden death overtime to give the Orioles a 4-3 win and tie for the Lake Conference championship. The District 18 championship was decided Feb. 11 between Park and Edina the Orioles coming out on top in a 3-2 sudden death thriller giving them a place in the Region 6 tournament Feb. 16-17. Rochester was downed in the first round 3-0 to give goalie Jerry Norbury his fourth shut-out of the season. A determined Wayzata squad was the Oriole’s downfall when they knocked the favorited Orange and Black out of the tourney with a 3-2 sudden death victory. The Orioles, finished the season with 102 goals to their credit and only 23 goals against them. Terry Barlholome was the high scorer with 39 goals and 23 assists to give him conference honors and a place among the top players of the state. Bob Owen and Russ Whipps were credited with 23 and 18 goals respectively and 19 assists apiece. HOCKEY RESULTS St. Louis Park 2 1 Hibbing St. Louis Park 5 0 Minnetonka St. Louis Park 6 3 Blake St. Louis Park 10 2 St. Cloud St. Louis Park 7 1 Winona St. Louis Park 15 0 Robbinsdale St. Louis Park 11 1 Minnetonka St. Louis Park 2 2 Edina (3 overtimes) St. Louis Park 14 1 St. Cloud St. Louis Park 4 3 Wayzata (3 overtimes) St. Louis Park 15 1 Robbinsdale St. Louis Park 3 2 Edina (1 overtime) District 18 Final St. Louis Park 1 0 Wayzata St. Louis Park 3 0 Rochester — Region 6 St. Louis Park 2 3 Edina (1 overtime) St. Louis Park 2 3 Wayzata (2 overtimes) Region 6 Final LAKE CONFERENCE STANDINGS (Finals. Won Lost Tied Pts G Ga St. Louis Park 6 1 1 13 55 9 Edina 6 1 1 13 50 10 Wayzata 5 3 0 10 49 11 •Minnetonka 1 6 0 2 4 49 •Robbinsdale 0 7 0 0 3 60 Robbinsdale at Minnetonka game cancelled, no ice. 116 The Hockey Team Knute Hammrl Defend Terry Bariholomc Wing Dale Johnson Defense Bob Owen Wing Jerry Norbury Goalie Russ Whipp Center Manley Anderson Wing Ronald Videen Center Tom Hanson Wing 117 A Squad Baseball TOP ROW, left to right: C. Colvin, B. Berset, B. Alhinson. I). Hurt, D. Bracher, G. Bardahl. L. Thompson, B. Vandal. Mr. Winter. BOTTOM ROW, left to right: M. Rubin. J. Stoltman, B. Owen. J. Norbury, K. Bjorn. R. Whipps, f. Bartholome. To start things rolling in the 1953 season, the basketball team naturally had to have a captain to guide the squad. Jim Stoltman was chosen captain, and did a tremendous job throughout the season. Anytime you were at a game you would find Dick Hurt, Mark Rubin, or Bob Berset on the mound for Park. All three of these boys shared the pitching responsibilities for the year. The team didn’t fare too badly for the season, as they won 3 of their 5 games. Coach Vern Winter says we would have done much better except for the rather weak hitting of the team. For the final standings, Edina and Wayzata tied for the Lake Conference title. Edina went further still to win the Dist. post in the State Regionals. The outlook for 1954 is very good due to the fact that seven lettermen are returning frcm last years team. CONFERENCE SCORES Park 1 3 Edina Park 0 3 Wayzata Park 7 5 Hopkins Park 5 3 Minnetonka Park 5 3 Mound Park 1 7 Robbinsdale The Junior High Baseball team had a good year with the team averaging in batting .294, with 27 hits for 92 times at bat through the season. Park scored 35 runs to 22 for .the opponents. Buzz Johnson pitched 10 innings and Mark Janson was the slugging champion and also batted in 10 runs to lead the team to victories over W'ayzata and Mound. Terry Thorson had the best batting average of 1714, followed by regulars Steve Hegedus. .500; Mark Jansen’s .417; Tom McDonald’s .333; and Kent Albinson’s .333. These boys will be a good help for Mr. Winter’s A squad team. Junior High Baseball TOP ROW: Mr. Lange. L Flagg, J. Hunger, T. Dale, S. Hegedus. M. Jensen, T. Thorson, J. Dale, T. Tyler, D. Pratt. BOTTOM ROW: B. Lien, W. Johnson, T. Steiner, T. McDonald, S. Keeley, D. Olson. D. Brose. A. Oliver, M. Halleen. 118 Tennis Team TOP ROW: D. Norris, P. Herman. M. Silverman, [). Sullivan, R. Thompson. BOTTOM ROW: G. Gonion. J. Lauren, H. Meisser, D. Rekdahl, S. Schodde. Park's racquet squad enjoyed one of its best seasons as it copped both the conference and district championships. The team composed of Gordon Gonion. Paul Herman. Jack Lauren, Hugo Meisser, Dick Norris, Jim Quinn, Dave Rekdahl. Mort Silverman, Steve Schodde and Don Sullivan was unbeaten in 11 matches. The district meet was held at Robbinsdale and found Paul Herman and Dave Rekdahl upholding the singles and Steve Schodde and Don Sullivan representing Park in the doubles. Park triumphed in both singles and doubles to gain the crown. In the Region 5 play Paul reached the quarter finals and Steve and Don reached the semis before bowing. The outlook for this year according to coach Roger Thompson is good. “We have 6 lettermen returning, and a ladder tournament will be set up to determine the remaining places on the team.” commented Mr. Thompson. “Emphasis will be placed on developing younger players. Tennis has always been a popular spring sport at Park, enjoyable to both spectators and participants all. The linksmen last year had a successful season in registering 5 victories against only 1 loss. The squad, coached by Wayne Sundberg, physical education instructor, finished fourth in the district meet. Golf is rapidly becoming a popular spring sport a« Park, although this year a rebuilding program must be undertaken. Only 2 lettermen. Manley Anderson and Dennis Wheeler, will return from last year’s squad of Jim Archer, Dick Mitchell. Brian Olson, Jim Otis, Tern- Isacson, Roger Gustafson. Roger Olson and John Plaisted. In the words of Wayne Sundberg, “Prospects for this year are dim. There are 4 starting positions and each will be wide open.” Golf Team TOP ROW: D. Mitchel, J. Archer, Mr. Sundberg. BOTTOM ROW: D. Wheeler, J. Otis. M. Anderson. 119 Cross Country TOP ROW: R. Grijak, I). Carlson. P. Tinker. R. Lazorik. BOTTOM ROW: L. Hill. B. Edelen. 1). Johnson. Twenty-seven hoys made up the Varsity team. Park placed sixth in the State Cross-Country Run at Hokomis out of thirty-two schools. Park placed seven hoys among the 175 hoys which took part in the State Run. Bud F.delen became Park’s first student to win an award by placing fifth in the State meet and setting a new course record at Grand Rapids. He. placing fifth, was Park’s outstanding runner along with Dewey Cedarhlade who placed twenty-third in the state, Peter Tinker. 44th; David Johnson. 48th; Les Hill. 54th; Roddy Lozorik. 65th; Dennis Carlson. 103; Gordon Gonion, and David Quade. Park won three games over North, South, and Henry, and lost to Roosevelt 38-21. We came in second in the Grand Rapids meet and in the meet with St. Jantes. Returning for next year will be Bud Edelen, David Johnson. Roddy Lozorik, Peter Tinker, Dennis Carlson, and David (Juade for another outstanding year. In all truthfulness, coach John Little of Park’s Junior High track team could really say his team did a tremendous job. The 1953 season was the most successful season in the three year history of the sport in St. Louis Park; the team was actually undefeated in all junior high competition. When the call was out for boys, 55 rough and ready fellows turned out. This shows that track is really becoming a very important activity of Park’s extra curriculum. leading point winners for the 1953 season by grades were Mike Hallaran, Roger Plantikow. and Tod Craven. With the experience these hoys gained in the last season, they will be excellent candidates for the Senior High track team. Park drubbed Mound’s Junior High Track team 59% to 44%, flashed by Hopkins 115 to 64, and made a field event of conquering Edina 94 to 53. Junior High Track FOP ROW; J. Little. M. Halloran. D. Johnson. J. Hansell, J. Radihal. J. Duck. R. Platido, D. Beeyo, T. Ryan. R. Anderson, D. Bonri, C. Adams, J. Plestid, T. Ganyo. MIDDLE ROW: K. Brothen. D. Macksinger. I). Kareh.’ R. Carlson. D. Aims, I). Oas, J. Keiwel, J. Hoeg, B. Ahemson. R. Schilty, J. Salo, I). Daly. FRONT ROW: S. Kecley, R. Montgomery, B. Poyel, S. Haynes, M. Burnstein, D. Carolson. B. Storm, T. Scallen. B. Johnson. J. Greene. K. Nelson. 120 A Squad Track TOP ROW: Mr. Grijak, Mr. Krueger, J. McMasters, B. Schroer. I. Katz. D. I)alen. L Hill, C. Brown. MIDDLE ROW’: L. Xygaard, R. Koeneman. T. Craven. S. Marc hen, E. Zonne, J. Haeg, L. Wright. BOTTOM ROW: W'. Roth. D. Brown, J. Sumlquist. P. Tinker, R. Gehlert, P. O’Rourke, J. Carlson. SENIOR HIGH TRACK TEAM Prospects for the 54 season are very good with returning lettcrmen Don Brown (half mile), John McMasters (quarter mile), Peter Tinker (mile), Bill Westerdahl (field events), Lcs Hill (half mile). Other promising prospects for 1954 are: Distance Events: Bud Edclen, Dick Johnson: Dash Events; Tod Craven, Ronald Gildert; Middle Distance. Dennis Carlson, David Quade. Rody Lazouk; Hurdles, Bob llstrup, Ricky Deveraux; Field Events; John Roller, Roger Plantikow, Charlie Adams, Don Jones, Lauren Papish. Consistent point and letter winners were Emil Zonne, Don Brown. John McMasters, Jerry Sundquist, Pete Tinker, Arlan Froeming. Les Hill, Bill Westerdahl, Larry Nygard, and Gene Wright. Park had a well rounded team. In the District 18 Meet, Park finished 5th with I8V2 points. Pete Tinker in the mile run, and Bill Westerdahl in the shot put qualified for the Region 5 meet in St. Cloud. At the Region 5 meet Pete Tinker qualified for the State Meet in the mill run with a second place with a 4:57 time. Park participated in the Faribault Falcon Relays. Mankato Indian Relays. Mound Relays, and the Carlcton Interscholastic Track and Field Meet and in the Dual meets with Edina and Robbinsdale and St. Thomas. Park will participate in these meets in 1954. too. with bright prospects ahead. 121 Cheerleader TOP: Judy Garber. Tim Me-Nellis. MIDDLE: Lee Sorency, Marlys Tschimperle. BOTTOM: Marilyn McDonald, Head Cheerleader. Valedictorian Carol Bissell Salutatorian Adrienne Kroman VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN As scholastically top-ranking students in our class of 189 — the results of painstaking efforts — always moving forward in search of greater knowledge — these two girls have earned their distinguished titles of valedictorian and salutatorian. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The National Honor Society — the highest honor Park high can bestow — the symbol of outstanding contributions through leadership, scholarship, character and service — these people are the life blood of their school, and their active interest and efficient leadership have brought them this reward. National Honor Society TOP ROW: H. Meissen S. Doerr. J. Steinhelber. L. Hill. R. Vandal. S. Sohodde. J. Norbury. It. Owen. MIDDLE ROW: E. Cray. N. Hildebrand. R. Hiller. I). Ziegenhagen, W. Wrsterdahl, B. Patterson, N. Janes. M. McDonald. S. Damm. BOTTOM ROW: N. Heller. J. Smith, A. Kroman. C. Bissell, N. Bell, J. Bramwell. B. Rollins. 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