Sturgis High School - Sturgensian Yearbook (Sturgis, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 100 of the 1942 volume:

DoLoRtS DeOLivtft ir ; 'The Cfa44 cr| 1942 Central High School Sturgis, Michigan (Member TO T11K KHADKU Hero is your 11142 Sturgensian—a diary of your school memories throughout the past year. With Pearl Harbor, and our entrance into the war primary in our minds, we are seeking to relieve some of the tension by making the theme of the 11)42 Sturgensian one of light heartedness and gaity. With Dear Diary as our theme, we have tried to review the high lights of the past year and to depict, not only the social side of school but the work of our classes as well, endeavoring to make this book seem as informal as your school days were. Although there has been a large decrease in the amount of advertising sold, and the engraving and printing prices have increased, we have aimed to make this Sturgensian one of the best in the? history of the school. We sincerely hope that you will enjoy your Sturgensian. And some day, when the grim seriousness of this War for Democracy is over, and you find yourself in your favorite armchair, pick up this Sturgensian Diary and relive the most happy carefree days of your life. Contents: CAGE Administration................................. 4 Faculty....................................... (Masses Seniors ................................... 8 Juniors through 7th grade................. 24 Activities and clubs ......................... 38 Sports........................................ 54 2 (Pnt en.t tke Stunaen lan Sturgis High School first cairn into being in 1801, with a three-story huilcling as the original sclioolhouse. The High School had its first graduating class in 1870. In 1S1KJ, it was first accepted as an accredited high school. In 11)17 the building which now stands was erected. Pictured above is the main entrance. The gym addition was completed in 11KM). The gymnasium entrance is pictured at the right. 3 jj (faecomE. Ae fainted! Left to Right: Dr. L. Purdy, President) P. Yotlcr, Secretary; II. Hamilton; L. Graves; J. Linder; K. Schcetz; M. Soger. School Board Our school hoard is made up ot seven prominent business men anti to them we owe much of the prosperous outlook and better financial condition whi h our school now possesses. Under their capable management the school is enjoying; prosperity anti order. President of the school board anti the oldest member is Dr. L. 15. Partly, a dentist; L. 1. Graves, a pharmacist; P. Voder, who works in the office of the Freeman Manufacturing Company; II. 1). Hamilton, an auditor in the Kirsch Company Office P. Linder, who is employed in the Carbon Coated Company office R. L. Ncheetz, a Metropolitan Life In- surance representative ; anti M. Seg-er, a salesman at the Ford Garage. The efforts of these men have been tireless and it is through them that we have a new, and very modern loudspeaker system in the gym; a school bus to bo used to carry athletes to and from out-of-town games, for class anti club trips, anti lor carrying students to anti from Hit lakes during the summer swimming classes; stage scenery which was first used last year; anti the new robes for tin choir. Hats off to these men who have procured for the students of Sturgis High School so many modern conveniences. 4 itk th. l M. inokb. Superintendent All . Winger attended school in North Manchester, Indiana. I jHm his graduation, lie liecanie a student at North Manchester College where in he was awarded liis A. B. degree, lie earned his M. A. degree at the University of Indiana and attended summer school at the Ini versify of ('hicago, the University of Michigan, and the University of Wisconsin. Mr. Winger taught social science in Sturgis High School, lie was chosen principal in 1!K’W. Three years ago he was made Superintendent of Schools. mini L tri tlo •I. Carlton Pkrky, Principal Mr. Perry attended Coldwater H igh School and after graduation attended Michigan State College, graduating in 1B20. His first year of teaching was spent in a country school near Coldwater. Mr. Perry began his Sturgis career in IB-1, when he began teaching vocational agriculture. In this same year he received his Bachelor of Science degree. Three years ago, lie liecame principal of the Sturgis Public Schools, ami in 1B40 lie received his Master of Arts degree. j] Wouk ancf (Plaij HAacllen. Wayne Carpenter, C. K. Brown, John Borgerd-ing, Norma Lou Arnold, Helen Brokaw. Forrest Grim, Cecil I)e-Havon, Hazel (-ore, Hale Fan nee, Harold Bowdish. Helen Knutli, Raymond K. Nadeau, Betty Ann Johnson, Paul Krueger, Nora Hagen. Men faculty and school hoard stuff and relax. tke Guidance o| cWIl Mtacken.6 Martin E. Peck, Allan Loeffler, Eugene Powell, Robert Miller, Milo Poinerov. Muriel Rix, Gordon Sehilz, Alta Stauffer, fhl Robert Snow, Frances vW Stratton. .Jessie WuKenuii, Until Watson, PliineasAVheat, Ann SundstroifikMarv Sietz. Marking cards in the teachers room. We passed by, looked in, and shuddered. 7 Dean, Diani , School is somewhat like a production line—every year and each subject adds a little hit more, until the finished product is finally put forth—the graduated student. With the spirit of 7(i I undertook each different subject and class. I felt like an adventurer, exploring the unknowns of history, science, and literatures. The dynamic characters of history and literature were food for my soul, while scientific experiments filled me with wonder. Foreign language beckoned me and 1 obligingly studied Latin, French, and Spanish. Shop attracted the hoys like a magnet while home economies affected the girls in the same manner. Art ami music brought beauty and appreciation to many. I took math and studied with meticulous calculation. Pythagoras and 1 understood each other perfectly. The commercial courses made me the executive type. “Veni, vidi, vici” (that’s what Latin does for you). To every student comes the triumph of conquering. But with the happiness of triumph comes the depression of the end. No more school for the stately Seniors. Memories are precious. The pages which follow endeavor to capture and hold the thrill .... Schoolmates and Classmates Who Dedicate This TWELFTH GRADE ADVISORS Mrs. Seitz, Mr. Nadeau, Mr. Carpenter, Mr. Grim, Mrs. Watson. c. Gan Spon an . . . In sincere appreciation of their tireless efforts, we of the Senior Class wish to dedicate the 1942 Sturgensian to our sponsors. Under their guidance we have overcome the problems of high school life. Mr. Carpenter, always smiling and more than willing to help ns at all times, has been a very cooperative advisor. Mr. Grim is head man with the sponsors and the student, lie puts the deciding touch on all activities. Mr. Starring was a great help to ns and we were sorry to lose him to the University of Omalia. Mr. Nadeau filled his place and has been active in the class work. Mrs. Seitz braved the chilly winds at the football games and labored with us at .1-1 lop time, to make our projects successful. Mrs. Watson devoted much of her time to our activities and proved to he a valuable sponsor. Their friendship and active interest in the success of the Senior (Mass has shown through our four years and we are happy to acknowledge their help in this manner. 9 jj diecame S iiouLb Honor Roll We want to congratulate Mu members of the honor roll for their excellent work. True, they have worked hard but we’re sure it wasn’t all work. As they say “all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” and to be sure this honor roll isn’t a dull looking group of students. They have taken part in a great deal of extra curricular activities. Some have participated in the band for four years, the choir, and debate. All of the clubs such as Science, G. A. A., Girl Reserves, Rural Student and Latin Hubs are represented. In other ways these students have taken active part in their class. They have helped to earn a great deal of the Senior Class Fund by taking part in the Junior and Senior plays, selling schedule pencils, and many other worth-while projects. It would be interesting to see what each one on the honor roll is planning to do after he graduates. Two of the girls plan to be nurses, one a dietitian, and the other a stenographer. Now for the boys; they plan to be teachers, engineers, chemical engineers, and one plans to go to Annapolis. This year as you see we have eleven on the honor roll instead of the usual ten. This is due to the tie for ninctli place. The honor roll is arrived at by an accurate method. Facli student’s marks are totaled up in the following manner: an “A” counts six points; “B” four; “C” two, and ‘‘I)” one. Land counts for the first two years. Those classes which do not meet five days a week such as chorus, and physical education do not count as much as the classes which meet five days. HONOR ROLL Front Row: A. Roat, 1). Mast, A. Hafcr, K. Heclit, N. Paris. Second Row: D. Smith, W. King, D. Weir, J. Case, D. Glasgow, D. Kane. 10 untk tkt Gnaue Senior SENIOR OFFICERS M. Commenator, M. Bostctter, D. Kane, M. A. Frit , 0. Pctschulat, T. Kane. Senior Class History Another year finds another senior class ready to stride forth on the road of life. As wo look hack over our carefree youth in high school, we recall with pride the many achievements that our class has left on the annals of Sturgis High School. When we were in the ranks of the uninitiated Hunts, under Marian Woods as President, we were the usual hunch of bewildered “kids”. In contrast to that, we find a group of debonair, intelligent youth about to exit forever from these sheltering walls. As freshmen we saw many of our members in the hand, on various athletic squads, and in forensics. Under the able leadership of Dick Weir we ended our first year in Senior High School. Another money-making project that has been unique to our class is the selling of schedule pencils. It started in the sophomore year when we had Elaine Heelit as president. Not only the selling of schedule pencils, hut hake goods sales and other projects marked the beginning of our financial efforts. )ur Prom was disguised as a barnyard frolic. With “Spring Fever” for our junior class play, we had our first venture in acting. tinder Mrs. Seitz, Mrs. Watson, Mr. Nadeau, Mr. Grim, and Mr. (Carpenter as advisors we have devoted ourselves strenuously to money projects in anticipation of our senior trip. However, due to transportation difficulties, ours will he the first class for some years that has not taken a trip. With Martin Hostetler as President; Donald Kane, Vfiee-Prcsident; Mary Lou Com-menator, Treasurer; Mary Ann Fritz, Secretary; Terrance Kane and George Petselm-lat as Student Union Keproscnta lives we have enjoyed a most successful senior year. Giving Moliere’s old classical comedy “The Imaginary Invalid” as our Senior play, we introduced the costume play in our school. We seniors wish to express our thanks to the faculty of Sturgis High School for the many ways in which they have guided us during our sojourn in school. Alvia Hafer u Bietz BLANCHARD BoSTETTER Chestnut Com mknator Cook Cramer Dillen Dri ssi r Both am i.y Bough ion Bryie Richard J. Bif.tz, Beets” Football 2, 3} Jr. Playj Ili-Y 2, 3; Science Club 4; Latin Club 2. Elaine C. Blanchard, Maizy” Science Club I, 2. Martin L. Bostetter, Marty” Football 1,2} Hi-Y 2-4} Class Officer} Jr. Play Conun. Leo J. Bothamly, Both” Football 1-4} Band 1-4} J-Hop Comm.} Hi-Y 2-4, Officer 4} Intra-murals 3. Betty Lou Bough ton, Bn” Commercial Club I. Carl Carter Case Richard Bryie, Dick” Football 1-4} Basketball I, 2} Wrestling I, 2} Hi-Y 3, 4} Intramurals 3, 4} Orchestra 4} Band 3, 4} J-Hop Comm. • Wallace Carl, Wally” Band 1-4} J-Hop Comm. • Lorene Car Health Club 2} C Library l 2} Ort Girls’ IyranuV. e n t sff 1 u b''-l-W H Annf. W. Chestnut Girl Reserve 1-3} Science Club 2-4; Latin Club 2} GAA 4} Operetta 3, 4} Chorus 3, 4} Sturgcnsian Staff} J-Hop Comm.} Jr. Play Comm.} Senior Play. Mary Lou Commenator, Lu” GAA 1-4} Girl Reserves 1} Science Club 2-4} Jr. Play} Chorus 1-4} Operetta 4} Class Officer I, 2, 4} Latin Club 2} J-Hop Comm.} Soph. Prom Comm.} Senior Play. Carol Jean Cook, Cookie” Rural Students’Club 1-3. Donna Cramer, Blondie” Girls' Intramurals I, 2} Choir 1-3} °w- '■ . 'Anita Prestidce Dillen, Susie” J-Hop Comm. Gloria Jean Dresser Latin Club 2} Girl Reserves 1-3} Science Club 2-4} Sturgcnsian Staff} Jr. Play Comm.} Senior Play Comm. 12 Dunwiddie Eberhard Eberhard Ecker Eicholtz Fennel Kenner F.pna Rose Dunwiddie, “Red” Operetta 1-4} Chorus 1-4} Girl Reserves 1 - J j J-Hop Comm, i Speech Play 2. Donald Eberhard, “Don” Baseball 3, 4. Dorotii Burr Oak Ec. Clul pj Staff onald Eicholtz, S Dutch” Football I, 2; Baseball 1-4} Intra-iuuwrtR I-4i FFA 1-4, officer 3, 4. Gibson Gii.i) 1-4} rl-3} J-Hop Prom Comm. Joanne Fenner, “Jo” Band 1-4} Girl Reserves 1-3} GAA 1-3} Science Club 2-4} Jr. Play} J-llop Comm.} Trojan Staff} Girls’ Intramurals 1-3} Orchestra 2. • )illon D. Fritz, “Fritz” Foo jall 1-3} Intramurals 1-4} Ili-Y 3. ser� AS 1-3} (MA Xfm ScitWc Z- J?J-Ho| omni Xc‘lass QfTic- 2, (frohwtr 3,(tt} Ch'i iij'1 -4} TrSjpn Sjtn f} -Gins’ Inihn uranrs -4} Operetta 1-3} Latin Club z{ • Harold E. Krohriep Rural Students Club 1-4} FFA 2, 3. Donald F. GageJ “So fie Band 1-4. Rosemary Gerardo Girl Reserves I, 2} GAA 1-4} J-Hop Comm.} Jr. Play Comm.} Soph. Prom Comm.} Cheer Leader 3, 4} Choir 2-4} Girls’ Basketball 2, 3} Operetta 2-4} Trojan Staff} Art Club 2, 3} Commercial Club 3. • Lucille R. Gibson, “Gibbyn J-Hop Comm. Patricia Gilbert, “Pat” Latin Club 2; Chorus 3, 4} Choir 3, 4} Operetta 3, 4} Girl Reserves I, 2} GAA 3; J-Hop Comm. Donald Glasgow, “Don” Rural Students’ Club 2} Latin Club 2} Honor Roll} Speech Class Play 2. 13 Hah r Hecht HeRSIIBLRGLR Alvia HafeR Class Flay 3; Jr. Play; Decla- Latin Club 2; Kura Speech inatioii 2; Debate 2, 4; Orchestra 1-3; Band 1-4; French Horn Quartet 1-4; Honor Roll; Senior Play. Elaine Hecht, “Heckit” Class Officer 2; (IAA 2-4; Latin t lu! 2, Officer 2; J-Hop Comm.; Stur-gensian Staff; Girl Reserves 1; Soph. From Comm.; Honor Roll. Mary Alice Hershberger, “Spook” Goshen High I; Choir I, 3, 4; Senior Flay; Operetta 3, 4; Latin Club 2; Art Club 3; Girl Reserves 3; Commercial Club 3; Jr. Flay; J-Hop Comm. • Louisa � • Hoenecke Latin Club 2; C horus 3, 4; Choir 4; Orchestra 1-3; Jr- , laV� C)|H-retta 4; Senior Flay. Donald Kahmann, “Utrb” Class Officer 3; Sturgensian Staff; Jr. Flay Comm.; J-Hop Comm.; Latin Club 2; Senior Flay. • Donald Kane, “Don” Class Officer 4; Ka.v-h.ill 2-4; Latin Club 2; Intramurals 1-4; Hand 1-4; Orchestra I, 2; Football 3; J-Hop Comm.; Trojan Staff; Honor Roll. • Terrence Kane, “Terry” Latin Club 2; Art Club I; Science Club 3, 4; J-Hop Comm.; Class Officer I; Jr. Flay Comm.; Soph. From Comm. • Beverly Keesi.ar, “Bev” Latin Club 2; Health Club 2; Senior Flay. F'rald Faye Kellex Latin Club 2; Girl Reser -es I, 2. • Janet King, “King” Band 1-4; Girl Reserxes 1-3; Art Club 2, 3, Officer 3; J-Hop Comm. Jr. Flay Comm.; Trojan Staff. V «nda K' ( rN’XfofcetlJill MV iiflirals I, 2ijlL|V )l .Mj W iy 4;wjl.. if I jjb 4 , jp L'oiium; Itturj rnsian'cStaff; l� IaJr HoiV� r� i4W y of v 'Xv v Kathleen Knight j 14 Lash Lawniczak Leestma Lockwood Loetz Loomis Magnus Makyes Marshall Mast May McLaughlin (PJh Z?. Bernard .ill I; Football Richard Large, Dick Football 1-4 j Wrestling 1, 2; Rural Students’ Club 1-4; Intraniurals 1-4. Richard A. Leestma, Dick Basketball 1-4; Tennis 1-4; Science Club 3; Sturgensian Staff; Trojan St ,ff; Intraniurals 1-4. • Joan Lockwood, Trotter Girl Reserves 1-5; GAA 1-3; Science Club 2-4; Latin Club 2; J-Hop Comm.; Operetta 1-4; Jr. Play; Chorus 1-4, Officer 3, 4; Sturgensian Staff; Senior Play; Girls’Intraniurals 1-4; Choir 1-4. Hans L. Loetz Football 2-4; Intraniurals 1-4; Wrestling 3, 4; Golf 3, 4. I hf.o Makyes, Ted Kami 1-4, Orchestra I, 2, High School Dance Band 3; Latin Club 3, 4; J.||0|) Comm.; Trojan Staff. Charles Marshall, Chad Football 1-4; Ili-Y 2, 3; Intramural Horn Quart« U4-r Hmmr Roll. Robert Lash, Stub Band 1-4; Science Club 3; Latin Club 2. Michael Lawniczak, Mike Baseball 2-4; Intraniurals 1-4; Sturgensian Staff. Richard Loomis, Dick Latin Club 3, 4. • Harold E. Magnus, Lefty Football 2, 3; Baseball 1-4; Intra-murals 1-4. Wanda J. May, Jing Trojan Staff. 15 Mecklenburg Mitchell • Palmer Parker Pierson M iddlestadt Molter Pappas Petsciiulat PlERUCKI Mingus Nickell Paris PlCKELS Plaitner Marilyn M- Mecklenburg, “Mad” GAA 1-4; Girl Reserves 1-3; J-Hop Comm.; Sturgensian Staff; Girls’ In-tramurals 1-3; Latin 2. Fred Mi dole start, “Meekie” Tennis 1-4; Ili-Y 2-4, Officer 3, 4; Science Club 3, 4; Jr. IMav; J-Hop Comm.; Intramurals 1-4; Choir 4; Operetta 4. •• Wallace E. Mingus, Elmer” Tennis 1; Baseball 2-4; Basketball 1-4; Intramurals 1-3. Alvin Mitchell Al” Football 1-4; Basketball 1-4; Baseball 1-3. � Marilyn H. Nickell, “Nickie” Robert W. Palmer, Bob” Football 3, 4; Wrestling; 3, 4; Intramurals 1-4; J-Hop Comm. Georgia Pappas George F.. Petschlat, Petchie” Football 1-4; Basket kill 1-3; Basekill 1-4; Ili-Y 2-4; Latin Club 2; Class Officer 1,4. GAA 2, 3; Girl Reserves I, 2; J-Hop Comm. Ralph E. Parker Baseball 2-4; Hi-Y 2-4; FFA 2, 3; Rural Students Slub 3, 4; Intramurals 1-4. Norma Paris, Teuie” GAA 1-4; Officer 4; Girl Reserves 1-3; Class Officer; Science Club 3, 4; Trojan Staff; Sturgensian Staff; Latin Club 2; J-Hop Comm.; Soph. Prom Comm.; Honor Roll. 16 Carl L. Moltf.r, Curly' Orson F. Polf.) Football 3, 4} Intramurals I Bessie Prf.stidce Rural Students Club I, 2. Harriotte Prestidcf., Twinkle” Commercial Club 3; Latin Club 2; Speech doss Play 2; Jr. Play Comm.) J-llop Comm.; C iris Basketball I, 2; Declamation 4. Francis Purdy, “Franny” Football 1-3; Band 1-4; Intramurals 1-3; Wrestling 3; Hi-Y 4; Latin Club 2. John Quirin Base-ball I, 2; Intramurals 1 3. Reeg Renner Roat Rosin e Schmidt Sciimidi Schragg -Sc HURT L. Rawles I; Latin Club 2. Vernon Reeg, “I'em” Football 1-4; Wrestling 1-4; Intramurals 1-4; Golf 2-4. • Arthur W. Renner, “Butch” Football 1-4; Basketball 1-4; Baseball 1-4; Hi-Y 2-4; Latin Club 2; Cla Officer 2. • Betty Weirich Ri fenburg, “BlondiJty Latin Club 2; Chorus 3, 4; J-llop Comm. • Aldon Roat IX-l ating 1-4; Declamation 1; Extempore Speech 1-4; Oration 4; Speech Class Play 1; Jr. Play; Science Club 3, 4; Class Officer 3; Latin Club; Senior Play; Honor Roll. Raymond Eugene M. Seif Band l-4i Orchi Science i lub 4 ! • lub 2-4 isoLlaJbl Football Poley B. Prestidce 11. Prestidce 17 Scvpholm Slack Shears Smith Shirley Stahl Pauline Scupholm, “Polly” Gordon Shears, “Spike” Intramurals 1-4; Tennis 4. Cecil Shirley, “BiU” Haskctlxill 1-3} Tennis 3, 4; Intra-murals 4. • Jack C. Slack, “Jot” Ili-Y 3, 4; Science Club 3, 4; Football 2; Trojan Staff; Sturgensian Staff; Intramurals I, 2; J-Hop Comm. Dale Smith Latin Club 2, 4; Science Club 4; Jr. Play Comm.; Operetta 4; Chorus 4; Choir 4; Sturgensian Staff; Senior Play; Honor Roll. Steinke Sturgis Tappero Ruth Stahl T aylor VanZile Wagoner Walters Walters Walton Choir 3; Girls’ Intramurals 2, 3; Li- Choir brary I, 2; Operetta 3; Orthopedic Rutii Tappero, “Rudy” GAA 2, 3; Girl Reserves I, 2. ■ Maxine . Yu Wallace Wacter, ™IVally” ml 1-4; Orchestra 1-3; High School loanee Band 3. Jean L. Walters, “Jeanne” G. y Ij4; Girl Reserves 1-3; Art Club 1 ; LafiuTlub 2. Janet W h on “Cras i” Girls Rcs:KPS l4'i OTA I, 2, 4; , Operetta 4 3irl ’ itralmirals I, 2, 4; Rural Student Intramurals 1-4; Girls’ ,w High Wlle,BUTT3; Pasa- Intramurals 1-3. Helen Van Zilf. Commercial Club 3; Girl Reserves 2; Girls’ Intramural 2; Operetta 4. dina Jr. College, Tjsadina C Trojan Staff. 18 Wkstphal WoLVERTON Wood C omm. Vestphal, “Do ” 1 -3; Health Club Louis VV. Wolvkrton, Louie” Football 1 -4-; Baseball 1-4; Wrestling 4; Intramurals 1-4; Hi-Y 4; J-Hop Comm.; Basketball Mgr. 3. M. Maurice Wood, Wood'll Basketball 1-4; Latin C lub 2; Class Officer 3; Jr. Play. Jack Lee Yancey Band 1-4; Orchestra 1-3; Science Club 4; Hi-Y 3, 4; Intramurals 1; J-llop Comm. K. Webb, Sp'nUr” Richard Weir, Dick” Band 1-4; Orchestra 1-3; Class Officer 1, 3; Science Club 4; High School Dance Band 3; Latin Club 2; Jr. Play; Debate 4; J-Hop Comm.; Senior Play; Honor Roll. Seniors break loose at Mintdalc. But become sincerely grave and serious for college day. 19 Salutatory Greetings to our parents, faculty, fellow students and friends. We, the seniors of 1942, are met on the threshold of our graduation hy a conflicting and enslaved world. All about us are battles of conquest. They are not of our making but undoubtedly there are many of us that will see service in one way or another. We are anxious and willing to do all we can to preserve the freedoms and joys we have known this far for the underclassmen who will be taking our place here year after year. .lust as an airplane gains speed on the ground before it takes to the air, so have we Ih cu up to now acquiring knowledge and experience. Graduation will he our “takeoff”. Like an airplane steadily rising until it has reached the proper altitude for a suc-cessiful flight, we are all confident as we ★ start our “flight” of attaining success in our respective professions. By the informative guidance of our faculty, the ever-readv support of our School Board and the people of our city, and the constant encouragement of our parents and friends we now feel ourselves capable of making our individual places in this and other communities. We want them to know we are grateful; for if it had not been for their patient and wise supervision during this preparatory part of our lives, we would he far from prepared to enter into tin activities of our community or country. Because of them we are confident of conquering any obstacles that may stand in the way of our success no matter where our paths may lead or how dark the future may appear. Dalb Mast ★ Valedictory Students have been graduating from high school and going out “on their own” for generations. This year it is we who are beginning our lives as independent individuals. And like those who have come before us, we too stand on the threshold of life and seek to know what the Fates hold in store for us. The future is always uncertain hut it has never been as uncertain as it is now. Today, our country is fighting in the greatest war of all time. And it is not only a war of ) oiitical powers; it is a war of ideas, a war of basic social and economic concepts. It is a war between ways of life, between individualism and absolute submission to a tyrannical state. Today, theories and beliefs which have stood firm for centuries are being swept away by the flood of new ideas. What the world will he like ten years from now, we dare not even guess. The land in which we live may be the ruler of the world or it may he dominated by a ruthless autocrat. Our economic system will have been greatly altered. Nations and peoples will he struggling to overcome the effects of war. Or, perhaps, they will still he fighting with one another. By that time, some of us will have felt the cruel blows of tragedy. Others of us may be successful and rich in all the good things of life. One thing is certain: the skies of our future are completely filled with clouds of uncertainty and insecurity. • Nevertheless, this future of ours does have its advantages. We are privileged to live in one of the most exciting, adventurous and epoch-making times of all history. The world will not be a dull or monotonous place during our lives. It will be full of surprises and interesting developments. And along with the uprooting of old ideas and the influx of new, there will come golden opportunities. Bather than complain about the doubt and insecurity of the future, let us partake of its adventure and excitement, and be glad that we are to start out on our careers during this most dramatic period of history. Aldon Boat 20 Vi V J)niplicri) Richard Bietz, owner of the Beitz’ Better Beer Association lias announced that he will sample each case of beer to see if it lias “In finesse” of flavor. Martin Bostetter, just returned from Florida, has brought hack with him—of all things! a Florida bathing beauty. Merry Melody, formerly Mary l,ou ('ommcnator of Sturgis has just been named the Robin of Radio hv the Bird Lover’s Society. Six sings to the canaries each morning. June (’asc, dietitian, proved herself a master of persuasion yesterday, when she hound and chained her patient, Wallace Carl, suffering from in-grown toenails, to induce him to take her famous raw egg diet. Mrs. Janies Freeland, nee Gloria Dresser, was pleasantly surprised by a shower. Among tin presents she received were a pink bonnet tied with little ribbons, numerous tiny garments and—oh, yes! a baby’s rattle. Donald Krueger, teletype operator at St. Joe, has just recuperated from the removal of a Popeye comic strip from his ten year old appendectomy incision. This serious operation was performed by Dr. Harriet I’restidge, who was assisted by nurse Louise Iloeneeke. The famous dancing team of Boh Lash and Flame Blanchard are now appearing at “One Old Beer Barrel” which is managed jointly by Michael Lawniczak and Dillon Fritz. 'The most regular customers are Ahlon Boat and Alvin I Infer, just because they are writing a hook entitled What Not To Do On Saturday Nights. Richard Lcestma, noted photographer has made his beautiful models, Anne Chestnut and Marilyn Mecklenburg, famous in their nation wide campaign of to sell Dorothy Kberhard’s Beauty Mud. Joan Lockwood, Hollywood’s sensational comedy singing star is currently appearing in “Cor And More Cora” which was written by the nation’s great wit, Donald Gage. Coach Renner and his wife, the former Flaine llecht, are running competition with the Bing Crosby’s. They now have a complete basketball team (all ln ys). Mary Alice Hershberger has just had a great honor bestowed upon her. She has been elected by the Swine Society of Shipshawana—as the best pig caller west of the Mississippi. Her volume and technique attracted seventy-five pigs, which is a record. Leo Bothandy and Terry Kane have started a green house. It is rumored that Terry will specialize in tin cultivation of carrot-tops and Leo is going to keep the hugs off the plants. Richard Bryic, the referee of the wrestling match between I Ians Loetz and Frank Hcker, recently visited the dentist to get a set ol false teeth. It seems he got the worst end of the brawl. (Continued On Page OH) : (Class Will ; : ■ We, tlie Senior ('lass of ’4‘J of Sturgis High School, do hereby bequeath to tin uiKlerelassmen all our rights and properties of every kind and nature to their own use and benefit. To Ted Warner, I, Dale Mast leave my scholastic ability. I, Wanda May, bequeath to any and every Junior my zest for jou nudism. I, Kathryn Plattner, will to Jeanne Krueger, inv sweet disposition. I, Alvin Mitchell, leave my basketball skill to Chuck llaack. I, Ralph Parker, do hereby bequeath my love of the fairer sex to Krncst Vaillancourt. I, George Petsehulat, will my ability to be a good President of the Student Union to Charlie Arver. I, Josephine Schmidt, will my pleasing smile to Marilyn Reynolds. I, Ruth Stahl, bequeath my ability to boil water without scorching it to Helen Schuler. 1, Wallace Mingus, will my ability to be an up and coming pitcher to Bob ('age. To Kenneth Brothers, 1, Fred Middlestadt, bequeath my flashing personality. I, Betty Pickels, will my love of an ex-student to Beverly Grim. I, Bernard McLaughlin, do will and bequeath my shop ability to Maurice Miller. I, Bob Palmer, will my ability to flip up a hamburger to Jack Sowers. 1, Norman Pierson, bequeath my ability to hold my paper route to Bob White. 1, Norma Paris, will my ability to type with speed and without error to Marilyn Clark. To Virgil Wittenburg I, Dick Weir, bequeath my ability to play the drums in such a way as to make a certain girl’s heart go “pitty-pat”. I, Georgia Pappas, bequeath my beautiful black hair to any Junior girl who so desires to have it. I, Marilyn Nickell, bequeath to Arietta Monroe my senior skip day. I, Carl Molter, leave to Bob Meese my ability to get along with Miss Stratton in the library. I, Jack Slack, leave my ability to get along in Mr. Peck’s class to Don Steinke. To Bob Scheetz, I, Orson Poley, bequeath my art of being seen and not heard. To Farley Lancaster, I, Cecil Shirley will my ability to stay away from girls. T, Bob Schragg, will my ability to be an A No. 1 farmer to Vern I lappel. ■ : : : 22 ! � ■ VV N Wv i: : I, Pauline Scupholm, bequeath niv abilitv to sew a fine seam to Phyllis 11 edit. I, Dorothy Kawles will my desire to lie an excellent nurse to any Junior girl. I, Bessie Prestidge, bequeath to Joyce (iasj er my cute giggle. I. Pud Schurtz, will my one-arm driving to Boh Ringler. I. Juanita Prestidge, will my |iiiet disposition to Jeanne Seeley. I, Kugene Selunidt, will my mathematical knowledge to Roger Jorn. I, Vernon Reeg, leave my scientific ability to all Juniors planning to take Chemistry. I, Jean Walters, will my musical laughter to Phyllis Stark. I, Maxine Taylor, bequeath my becoming freckles to Ann Dwyer. J. John Quirin, do hereby bequeath my manly strength to Morris Jackson. 1, Francis Purdy, leave my ability to always be wide awake in class to Marvin Fhlridge. I, Dale Smith, do will my excessive height to John Toepper. I, Patricia Souerwino (Jilbert do will and bequeath my ability to get a husband early in life to Joyce Keagle. 1, Wave Steinke do will my shyness to Beverly Bell. We, Dorothy Sturgis and Louis Wolverton, do will our many good times together to Bib Ringler and Doris Kline. I, Ruth Tapporo do will all tin trials and tribulation for my senior year to any junior. J, Helen Van Zile, do will my love for the boys “south of the border” to any junior girl who can stand the pace. I, lOdward Wagoner, do will my ability to “hit the low notes” to Boh Kline. I, Wallace Walters, do will my “hot lips” to Reed Shimmed. I, Janet Walton do will my ability to he “true to one” to Jackie Kruinm who has already shown great promise along this line . 1. David Webb, do hereby will to all the junior class the smooth going which I had in Mr. Peck’s class. I, Betty Weirich, do will my pleasing personality to Alice Bogen. To Joe Crain, I, Maurice Wood, do will and bequeath niv love for blondes. (The lucky guy.) I, Jack Vaneev, do will my Model “A”, the best around this high school, to FI wood Stevens, providing I get credit for all speed records which he might make. I, Gordon Shears, will my ability to turn out swell baked goods to any up and coming junior. I, Raymond Rosinc, bequeath my ability to kiss a girl “goodnight” to Dick Newman. Dick Wkii: Junk Cask : I 23 K'KKS J. Crane, 1). Nugent, N. Rhodes, Miller, B. ]X agvn, B. Cadwell. KLpVKKTllWiRADR (JIR wS ' Jr Front Row: R. Eaton,, A':, Mofiisot),mf|r, K_ Fainter, M. Aslwry, VV. Kamniv', B. Em bier, .1. Eichlcr, 1). ifflg. V, fiV . Second Row: A. DwyerJ'N. YunKer .JL I|«ts i.-, L. 1 InliX ■� Evert, B. llouv.-r, p rtmim, B. MoonvAV. JK La ge‘. 'V L. Crosbie, D. RoV , B. Bell, A. MonVce, I. I. Krueger, L. Walkdrv)� . SddmU L. MowK. lOs niF. GottJrhalfeyjl. jjyaspar, J. Pierson, M. Clartc Lv 'o Svfir- KnlicrNi Z.4 kuKjK. Linder, P. Bubb, i ljaps � . Carpenter, E. M. Englarth Al. t rlKbsT 09iRott: R. Schuster, V. X). Long, II. Sadawasscr, A. )(i Ljj. Vb Dauber, A. Henderson, J. Watson, R. Stratton, Cl. Smith, A. Bogcn, J. N. MeyVrs. icrson untk tke The juniors (mid lio|Ki to eo year of educat'd} (iiiaylx class Ji Hut of witj dt ' 8£C nearly through (other successful umon.4 f j itli tlie students wbt king junior play “Gue? av to feel, have our ling t )ctol� er a dance wl 1 lie here a large s gathered t j ’ orchestr! )uf in tlio rain, '‘snow and fin Uwc ed to sell hot-dogs, coffetvjftopf'aiK' II «h (jTV I C iphij tfflj cenilier we particulai [finuarv t ■usual. during the first week or two every junior Vo re his own ring; but soon they appeared on almost anyone’s hand, except a junior. In intrainurals and major sports our class was well represented and a large number wore n inrded with letters for their par-ticjjmtion in the various sports. .i TUnmgli the guiding of our class Presi of coffee balanced hfaluV'lmml, ’and , % “f '”111J “ur !•? fc same time trv to luY$r the mud H � . Mum B.x, Mr. Wheat, Mr. Uowdnd, I Hj I I_.,,..,1..,.. n-n mill till'll 11 IIOU’ IfcfA t d to sell hot-dogs, coiletyjpc to the hungry fans at the f VtI r thall games. lOvon if wt � hit, (at football game ;ing to squeeze through exp OaCtfie same time trv to hob ( Ver the mud nagcn, i n«« yrmm Vpuddles and still keep all the coffee in the M . Borgerding wo can turn a new f cups, we did have fun that not a one ofVus ’ i) amt tiopc tor the same success u fu °nie are likely to forget. in tlie year to follow , ft E F.yW’ l'Tj GRADE BOYS f, Front Row, left to right: l)avi (sl� n, llaaot, H. IXunison , r ii. Vaillancourt, James Brandt, VV. Toepj $r, I. Jackson ,JVr ... � V Yy Second Row: B. White, l0( Wmtfepleck, K. Stevens M. Eld ridge, V. Sehragg, J. Krays R Miller, D. Kraft. Third Row: 11. Douglas, R. Pagels, (i. Parker, R- ',rJ K. Brothers, D. Steinke, M. Jones P- F� r M. Miller. Fourth Row: T. Warner, C Brown, W. Zecb, K. l«,n '' . , ... Newman, K. Oman, C Arver, B. Ca.lwell, R. (Jage, 1). Kroh, R. A I .eruck. J '-W . B. Abbe.ua, W. K. jurn, L. Bonueteer, V. WiMenberg, 1 . Uarke, B. IXageu, K. Kr.,11. TENTH GRADE GIRLS Front Row: II. Taylor, E. Vogel, R. Blitz, C. Sutton, J. Kcagle, B. Wheeler, S. L. Mick, i v ft fS . Hamilton, 11. Schuler, C. Newman, n t ' t Second Row: I). Bullis, M. Marriott, B. Bush, L. Lancaster, M. Purdy, P. Lewis, E. j 'ftlarttnan, A. Hire, J. Houck, B. Meese, J. West, M. Vanderlip. - I f Third Row: J. Gilkison, B. Kilbury, J. Ely, P. llecht, (J. Derr, B. Ulmer, B. Grim, B. Nighswander, E. Strang, E. Walters, B. Gerchow. Fourth Row: D. MacPhcrson, B. Gage, J. Everanl, V. Schrader, T. Calkins, M. Scheetz, M. Casselman, B. Coombs, B. Makyes, R. MacBridu, W. Ulrich, J. Levinski, M. Whitsel. Fifth Row: E. McBride, C. Cromer, T. Davis, B. Holsinger, M. Morris, M. Mishler, S. Donelson, M. Reynolds, M. Dresser, B. Keeslar, L. Keeslar, P. Kuenzel, J. Allen, L. Baer. OFFICERS A. Reeg, B. Wheeler, P. Lewis, D. Ten-nent, R. Kline. tke Studious Sopkommt On September 3, 1941, 121 students enrolled in the 10th grade of Sturgis High School. We chose for our officers Dewey Tennent, President; Arthur Keeg, Vice-President; Robert Kline, Treasurer; Pat Lewis, Secretary; Beverly Wheeler and David Jacobs for our Representatives to the Student Council. This year, as before, most students took part in some of the many different school activities, some of them being: the various sports, in which Joe Bogart and several others are really making a name for themselves; several clubs, the G.A.A., the Girl Reserves, the ili-Y, the Latin Club and a few others; several sophs also had parts in the operetta, Tlivra Davis having one of the leading parts. March 27, 1942 was the night of the biggest event of our year, the Sophomore Prom. The Victory theme was carried out in the programs and decorations. Something new, “Blackout Dancing” was tried and was well received by the many couples who enjoyed an evening of dancing to the music of Ted Makyes’ orchestra for “The Blackout Bump.” The lights were turned out and then from the balcony flashes of light, followed by the explosion of bombs created a novel effect. The committee chairmen who helped to make the dance a big success were: Dewey Tennent, General Chairman; Phin Wheat, tickets and programs; Jerry Vogt, decorations; Jack Teeters, music; Lorraine Keeslar, advertising; Marilyn Dresser, Refreshments. We all think that everyone of them did a swell job. So far we have had two very happy and successful years in Sturgis High School and we are all looking forward to two more equally successful happy ones with our very kind sponsors, Miss Hazel Core, Miss Betty Ann Johnson, Miss Alta Stauffer, Mr. Eugene Powell, and Mr. Gordon Schilz to whom we are very grateful. TENTH GRADE BOYS From Row: J. Post, L. Miller, C. Newman, R. Parker, J. Brandt, II. Freeland, D. Tuttle, J. Reed, S. Holton, D. Holtz. Second Row: C. Van Nuys, K. Goss, V. Mow, R. Kline, J. Teeters, G. Blassius, V. iloppel, J. Hearld, D. Avery, D. Huston, B. Mann. Third Row: D. Snook, R. Rcpke, R. Allen, II. Trahms, W. Sailors, R. Linder, R. Carls, P. Wheat, B. Hart, C. Urick, D. Wagner. Fourth Row: D. Wolf, K. Dauber, M. Wetzel, E. Waltke, R. Ward, J. Bogart, J. Vogt, J. Bucholtz, S. Rice, H. Wygant, B. Frays, R. Clemons, N. Vincent. Fifth Row: R. Loctz, J. Gosling, P. Frohriep, R. Prvstidgc, N. Petschulat, N. Walton, R. Jorn, E. Jones, A. Reeg, R. Krueger, L. Tozer, D. Tennent, D. Snook. II J uv tf4mu4ed! OFFICERS B. Mowry, II. Scheetz, R. Griffis, B. Light, B. Mowry, C. Wright. NINTH GRADE GIRLS Front Row: S. Mitch, J. Suinney, L. Collins, S. Eaton, H. Clark, II. Beech, A. Stevens, J. Haskins, M. Harheek, I . Gross, V. Balycat, M. Kline, J. Reiman. Second Row: E. Mann, L. Gilho, A. Kimball, I . Stark, L. Cone, E. Darby, B. Calkins, B. Donclson, S. Prvstidgv, B. Dull, B. Light, 1 . Parker, B. Prestidge, L. Benedict, I. King, V. Crick. Third Row: E. Halm, L. West, P. Asburv, J. Shuev, II. Newman, J. Long, B. Lutz, P. Baker, L. Daulx-r, P. Gerardo, J. Glasgow, G. Bupp, I). Eicholtz, I. Studeman, M. Sliimp, M. Hagedorn, B. Phillips, P. Gosling. Fourth Row : R. Walda, M. Weaver, R. Zeeb, L. Frye, J. Ilolsinger, R. Holtz, B. Wood, R. Brothers, J. Browse, M. Blossom, (� . Basset, M. Pettijolm, L. Pfund, D. Marriott, J. Pagels, B. Hossie, L. Burmeister. Fifth Row: T. Ramludt, D. Dobbertevn, D. Embler, K. Felter, J. Fiandt, E. Frohriep, K. Frame, L. Poley, I. Perrin, P. Jackson, P. Wagoner, N. Pierson, J. Maystead, L. Eberhard, K. Vanzilc, M. Wright. 'la j 't 't “ I 3l“ at tlac Cialat At the beginning of the school year in September, 11)41, we ninth gi i 135 inemhers besides a ve, name, Freshmen. Some the country and other eit were from Sturgis. We s' weeks getting acquainted with bffr teachers, classmates, and a different type of schedule than we were used to. Then we settled down to some hard (!) studying. Wo felt very “hig” when we selected our own subjects from the many different ones that were outlined for us, such as: Biology, lOuglish, Latin, General Business, and Home Kconomics. The first event of the year was the election of class officers. The boys and girls both entered into sports aijrr clubs with vigor. The main at-tralWiouM’or the boys were football, basket- mis. Slany cipatmg in tljcsc sports, inis, volley-ball, softballjdanyfy dim archery. girls joined the h hoys and girls joined the Uilral Students Club. Speech was popular for the more ambitious students ami we expect to have some real orators develop in the coming years. We bad a meeting of representatives from the class to plan a “skit’’ for the “Sigruts” party. In the band we have had many active members. These people received hand pins for their first year in the Senior High Band. We wish to thank our advisors, Miss Stratton, Mr. Loeffler, Mr. Snow, Mr. Peck, and Mr. Brown for their cooperation in help. jngAis “got started” this vear. NINTH GRADE BOYS Front Row: R. Sybesma, J. Pappas, E. Barnes, C. Yargcr, R. Webb, R. Mcese. Second Row: K. Storms, R. Harmon, I). Palmer, B. Gay, I). Notestinc, I.. Strang, J. Blasius, J. Hill, R. Sbimmel, J. Spearow, J. Blackney. Third Row: R. Kline, M. Godden, D. Bogen, R. Ulmer, J. Reeg, P. Waltke, R. Royer, C. Ammerman, B. Sybesma, I). Ware, I). Atwater, I). Hainbright. Fourth Row: T. Tobin, H. Scheetz, L. Pa gels, K. Large, J. Colbert, W. Brown, T. RoU-rts, W. Mowry, R. Mowry, R. Brim, J. McNall, J. Barbee. Fifth Row: B. Sites, B. Zalx-1, W. Radant, K. Sheeler, L. Bonnewell, K. Saddison, P. Gosling, I). Griffis, L. Meisncr, D. Hart, R. Bailey, C. Kroek. A -. EIGHTH GRADE GIRLS Front Row: N. Burdens, J. C’rosbv, M. Knapp, M. Krontz, I. Johnston, G. Hamilton, S. Seger, J. Sandberg, M. M. McCord, 1 . Schipper, M. Sea felt, L. Palmer. Second Row: J. Henderson, S. Benham, I). Hamilton, I). Fair, 1 . Kuhl, V. Ferrell, W. Hearld, M. Kanou.se, 1 . Weirick, J. Moore, C. Mead. 'I'hird Row: L. Blood, P. Coombs, E. Derr, G. Funk, II. Herald, II. Kinsey, C. Carpenter, j. oCeann to OFFICERS W. Berger, G. Funk, J. Henderson, J. Sandburg, C. Freeman. .Sandburg, B. Everhart, K. Shay, A. Ritter, J. Sunday. Fourth Row: J. Miller, M. Long, B. Mecklcnberg, H. Lytle, M. Stutz, W. Teadt, V. Strang, H. Wygant, B. Jourdan, S. Weaver, M. Schuster. Fifth Row: P. Fagcr, E. Schuler, B. Taylor, M. J. Loomis, D. Blackney, B. Beckwith, B. Kmmick, L. Clark, 1 . Minnick, I. Wallman, C. McKale. Docile tke Sm.a£C u Barring accidents and uncooperative teachers we, the Rhymes as we are often called, will finish school in four tantalizing years—we hope. As a class of 125 students and under the supervision of Mrs. Brokaw and Mr. Krueger, our advisors, we had a fairly successful year. We wish to express our thanks, for their suffering many headaches as a result of our stupidity, to our teachers. Early in the school year we had a class party. At the party the entertainment was presented by the members of the three sections in a Mock Jury Trial at which mimic characters of various teachers were tried. Several students performed a mock operation. The entertainment was climaxed with Truth or Consequences. Refreshments were served and music for dancing was provided by many “big-namo” bands—on records. We are looking forward to the coining years when we will be able to participate in sports and club activities of all kinds. Keep your eyes on our hoys to take a very active part in those sports; and our girls—well, just keep your eyes on them. Report from the Treasury: “flat broke!” Hope this is not an indication of our future financial status. What’s holding us down? Hast year we thought we hadn’t hit our stride yet—evidently we’re still ambling, but maybe hopes next year— Freshmen Ah! Mayhc then we will get “smart” Fh? Better. Otherwise our anticipated Senior trip is liable to be: destination, Burr ()ak—and carrying our own lunch. Or couldn’t we hike that far. From the Advisory Department, a deep silence, or could they be just plain disgusted with us. Anyway we do appreciate everything. We all hope to he together as snobbish seniors in “4( ”. eighth grade BOVS First Row: L. Rice, I). Roy, O. Palmer, A. Brown, W. Otto, R. Hoencckc, W. Baldwin, W. Lego, W. Stevens, V. Wallick, J. Wygant. Second Row: R. Keeslar, II. Wenzel, L. Whipple, I). Harloff, R. Tozcr, M. Wright, B. Nickel, R. Bogvn, R. Parker, V. Wygant, A. Miller, R. Wells, M. Jcllison. Third Row: J. Quirin, ( Bell, C. Picrucki, R. Groff, R. Kirby, L. Prohst, W. Mick, J. Krays, K. Freeland, D. Cromer, B. Baldwin, L. Collins. Fourth Row: J. Doolittle, W. Stetson, J. Hines, T. Linder, M. Nelson, R. Flowers, J. O’Connell, R. Krontz, J. Holt, V. Repke, J. Weirick, II. Morrison. Fifth Row: R. Kanouse, W. Berger, F. Finnerman, L. Slagg, D. Bunnell, R. Fennell, R. Borgert, F . Frohricp, T. Crosbic, J. Deter, B. Benedict, F� . Schocmakcr, B. Brown. arid Keep jjnom. OFFICERS R. Wagoner, J. Ilowk, W. Panncll, R. Dcckard, P. Loci , J. Tobcr. SEVENTH C;RADE GIRLS Front Row: P. Hanson, (J. Morgan, P. Lawniczak, M. Weaver, B. Gcrchow, I). Bohyer, L. Webster, P. Spaulding, J. Tobcr, C. Wislcr, M. Baker. Second Row: P. Iluss, M. Pierson, M. Poonnan, B. Spearow, R. Sanders, I). Ritter, J). Unger, I). Dauber, I). Gemaat, L. Smith, J. Mingus, D. Ostrander. Third Row: M. McNeil, P. Purdy, I). Ilanselman, J- Howk, B. Jordan, F. Derr, R. Do nelson, J. Sutton, J. Gay, B. Baldwin, M. Large, J. Reeg, P. Stump. Fourth Row: P. Heitger, J. Kemble, M. Mitchell, M. Lincoln, R. Notestinc, U. Rice, L. Fair, J. Grant, M. Barnes, M. Wenzel, M. Goodwin, B. Blodgett, M. Boa Is, K. Mclchi. Fifth Row : P. Loci , J. McCaffery, P. McLaughlin, D. Wood, D. Shook, L. Boa Is, A. Glasgow, O. Krontz, K. Wuerfel, C. Kirsch, M. Stevens, B. Krontz, M. Kdson, K. Walters. nVarnjpl!in.g tlae nu It was a new adventure for 128 “seventh graders” when school opened in the fall of 1!)41. It was our first day in Junior Nigh School. Locating the many different class rooms puzzled us. While dashing madly through the hall from one class to another, older and wiser students stepped out of the way. However with the patience and guidance of our teachers we were soon able to keep in stride with our upper classmen. We welcomed a number of newcomers during the year. They adjusted themselves within a short time and we hope they will remain with us. Officers were elected during the first part of the year. As yet we have had no class parties. Nevertheless we have kept quite busy with our regular school activities. A large percentage have become Student Union members. Some have taken part in the Choir, Hand, and Orchestra. We have all also had an opportunity to participate in the different sports such as basketball, bowling, field-hall, tennis and etc. This spring quite a few have signed up for softball. A number of boys from the seventh grade played in the Intramural round-up. These events were very interesting and we are looking forward to having some good athletes in our midst. We are also proud of our classmates who have won honors at a music contest. We deeply appreciate the kindly advice and untiring efforts of our advisors, Miss Wakcman, Miss Manley, and Miss Knutli, in helping us to accomplish many things and for the progress we have made. Miss Knutli “took over” for Miss Manley during tin second semester on account of illness. We feel that this has been an important year in striving for the goal set for us in 15)47 when we all hope to lay together as seniors. 0 - X SEVENTH GRADE BOVS Front Row: C. Grady, R. Rickctt, (I. Kinsey, R. Jordan, R. Rickctt, II. Magnus, R. Avery, T. Stevenson. , Second Row: R. Lamhornc, R. Franks, II. Blue, II. Smith, M. Dillivan, J. Schragg, C. Eaton, |C. Ryder, J. Marker, D. Lego, W. Collins, B. Panncll. Third Row: R. Wagner, I). Dcckard, B. Freeland, W. Krnnt , R. Rayner, S. Palmer, R. Spencer, A. McNeil, F. David, J. Grim, R. Holton, R. Baker, V. Andrews. Fourth Row: R. Gerrcn, R. Bui I is, P. Lint, I). Lewis, 1). Tennent, S. Reid, C. Blanchard, J. Benedict, J. Shinn, D. Blanchard, S. Houck, B. Snook. Fifth Row: L. Hopkins, P. Groff, S. Baker, C. Notestine, D. Emerson, D. Trowbridge, D. Stover, I). Ebcrhard, J. Kelly, R. Blanchard, C. Morris, R. Pcrsing, J. Cook, R. McKalc. Wlij Cia knoomk Our school is something like an experimental station. We students try things with various results. For instance, there is the branch of cultural subjects, which of course includes music and art. The ambition of the music student varies from horn-tooting and boogie-woogies to prima donnas of the first water. But through it all we develop a taste for really good music which will follow us through the years. The “arty” ones among us express their tastes differently. They turn out a flow of “objets d’ art” that range from ravishing posters to ridiculous caricatures. Undoubtedly, some of our very own art students will be designing Paris frocks in 1950. For the student who desires to speak more fluently than his next door neighbor we have Knglish and its family tree. Those who expect to be “South of the Border” some day take up Spanish. The scientists study Latin, the romantic ones take French and the rest of us take Knglish Literature for two years and thank our lucky stars when its over. All of us profit materially by our courses but you would never know it if you should happen to drop in some time. ★ Strumming the strings Kilting the hand room with music. And their voices blend. Sketching a model. 34 (Rick untk Opportunities Math is a “pain in the neck’ for some of us hut the future engineers and financeers “eat” it up. On the whole it is a muddled business of “x” plus “ y ” c(|uals “z” and the product of extremes equals the product of the means. You push this “x” down and the “y” goes ’round and ’round and I he answer comes out here. But we have always had mathematicians and 1 expect we always will. First cousin to math is Physics (no blood relation). Physics is what makes the engine go and decides where it is going and what its going after. The males predominate in all of the classes. Second cousin to math is Chemistry. We have found that to take this subject one should have a gas mask, asbestos pants, a fire extinguisher, and also a clothespin for one’s nose to be used during the time that the gas masks are being renovated. Seriously, Chemistry and Physics contribute a great deal to our national growth, especially during war times. Who knows but what one of our own students will discover a new and more deadly rat poison. Biology and Science are started as early as the eighth grade (start ’em young) and sometimes continue throughout high school if the student allows it. ★ Future stenographers. Home Economics teaches “homcmakers-to-bc” to work in the kitchen. Future defense workers. Mr. IX-Havcn’s bookkeeping class balancing their books. 35 (tfi to 8xpH one a nd For the curious students, those of us who want to know the whole story from Adam and Eve on, there is History, World History, U. S. History and Early American History. It is full of conquests and defeats. They say that History repeats itself and I suppose it does, but there are a lot of new things in each assignment. But in spite of its dullness we will have to admit that History gives us a clear perspective. Economics and Government, its associate subjects, are more interesting. Politics is the principal theme, but how our government is run doesn’t bother us too much now. L guess we are a bit too young to care. Who knows, perhaps one of our future presidents is taking a nap in our first hour Government class at this very moment. The progressive minded students are apt to be interested in the practical side of life. He may pound his Future engineers being prepared in Mechanical Drawing. Future chemists trying to “lie budding Kdisons”. “Trig” stumps the “experts”. Proving one line parallel to another puzzles the “Students” (?) of Geometry. 36 now and! thumb in tile wood shop or prick his finger in Home Kc. or even sweat I lood over a rickety typewriter, but out of these things come knowledge. Many of the great furniture designers started in the high school wood shed, and the chef from the Waldorf Astoria (the one with the tall white hat), it is whispered, learned to make omelette's in Sturgis High School. Well, any way, at some high school. The pretty stenographer in the bosses’ offices may get to he Mrs. Boss because of the commercial course she wades through in high school. The machine shop is working overtime these days, burning midnight oil teaching both young men and adults new angles of defense work. There is much activity with ten busy machines. The students taking this course have the advantage over their “dads” ’cause their work tics in with the mechanical drawing course. Ilasta Manana—Mrs. Watson’s class. The “American Observer” gets the once over in Mr. Peck’s class. AI sorhc l in the Literature of England. More American observers in Mr. Schil . class. 37 Dean Diani , “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” as the proverb goes. I started as a Hunt to look forward to the day when 1 could he admitted to the various clubs and organizations of S. II. S. I didn’t want to he con sidered a “drip” or “wallflower” because I was too shy to mix in. I learned to “jitter and boogev” at the school dances and to avoid stepping on my partner’s feet. I beamed to toot a horn or heat a drum in the hand. The art of conversing was gradually acquired in debate. The chorus and glee club developed my vocal chords. I struggled over Trojan assignments, dear diary, and I always managed to come out on top. My teachers often thought I was “non compos mentis” (freely translated, “crazy”), mumbling lines from a play or giist’nMi-lating frantically. hook forward to see my exciting adventure in the “extra-curricular” unfold. Sxtna- Cannlcallan j4cti.inti.e Mary Lou Commenator, presiding as “Queen of the G. A. A.”, with her attendants. Step right up! 3 darts for a penny—at the G. A. A. Penny Carnival. On a cold winter day, t h e S c i e n c e 0 1 u l “ tours’ Fawn River with the fire truck. 39 GIRL Front Row: 1 . (i. Hamilton, B. Hoj Second Krueger, Eberha r« Grace and Poise The Girl Reserves were late in starting this year but with the help of Miss Ann Xunstroin we have finally became organized. Because of this late start we haven’t had any large scale activities. The girls wanted to help their country in some way; so someone “popped” the project of knitting for the Red Cross. Of course everyone had to have her trouble with knitting and get her yarn tangled up; but the V girls sticking right to it. Along kn ft jthe girls enjoy their “gab feasting' •Miat is a club withopt that—especially a girls’ club. Officer chosen were: President, nina Rhoads; Vice-President, Bes-■ Gage; Secretary, Betty Coombs; surer, Wava Jean Large; Club rter, Beverly Hossie; Junior representative, Peggy Bubb; Sophomore representative, Thyra I )avis. — Tribute to Victory Sturgis High students and alumni turned out for an unusual and original dance given by the sophomore class on Friday, March 27. The gymnasium was attractively decorated in red, white, and blue. At one end of the gymnasium a huge V was formed by red, white, and blue balloons suspended from the ceiling. At the other end red, white, and blue balloons also suspended from the ceiling formed three dots and a dash, the code letters for V. A blue stoplight was focused upon the American flag on the stage . The flag was caused to wave by a concealed electric fan. Red, white, and blue favors were received by the guests and pop was sold for refreshments. Dancing was enjoyed to Ted Makves’ orchestra. The grand march was led by Dewey Tennont, Beverly Light, Pliin Wheat and Thyra Da is. A black out was featured with a realistic background of small exploding bombs and brilliant flares. Unfortunately, however, the sulphur given off by the flares drove most of the guests outdoors for fresh air for a few minutes until the air in the gymnasium could be cleared. Committees were headed by Jerry Vogt, decorations? Pliin Wheat, tickets; Lorainc Keeslar, advertising; Marylin Dresser, refreshments; and Jack Teeters, music. In putting over this unusual affair the sophomores had the guidance of Miss Core, Miss Johnson, Miss Stauffer, Mr. Scliilz and Mr. Powell. 40 Outdoor Girls memboVs With n in if v nev A. A. has en.jtAcd « Hu fall we p%e, jaA ohr annua] nival which Jilifitl jptlijAnufcn ajy, from evenjone.yj Thcymtfctiii s Hi ycaivAvcrc very entertafiiing. Imd a notluck with the ift-vYJaud aftfcrwaiGs everyone grahhew m partner a aft danced the jtjhir Jug winteu fauce, the “ Sweet-fi vfng, ’ ’ Wiis held on Valen-‘u-vj lk'' ivi n- an orchestra from ( ld vuWT tarnishing the music. The dccoFjJfions were red and white with big ml hearts and balloons. We owe much of our success and fun to our sponsor, Miss Johnson, and our officers, Mary Lou Commenator, President; Norma Rhoads, Vice-President; Kllen Linder, Secretary; Pat Souerwine and Marilyn Mecklenburg, Treasurers; Vera Roberts, Point Recorder; Mary Ann Fritz, Intramurals. G. A. A. Front Row: N. Rhoads, B. Light, B. Wheeler, B. Bell, B. Grim, 1 . Wagner, J. Keagle, P. Gerardo, B. Ulmer, J. Reiman, M. J. Weaver. Second Row: C. Newman, R. McBride, B. Kilhurv, C. Cromer, B. Phillips, M. L. Commenator, G. Bassett, M. L. Blossom, M. L. Purdy, M. L. Kline, P. Waldo, G. Ankncy. Third Row. A. Chestnut, 11. Schuler, R. Gerardo, J. Allen, J. Levinske, B. Gerchow, K. Linder, K. Hecht, J. Walters, M. Taylor, L. Cone, A. Bogen, M. Wright. Fourth Row: D. DeOlivcr, L. Crosbie, P. Squires, B. Keeslar, E. B. McBride, P. Kuen el, J. Tooley, K. Painter. — Sweetheart Swing — Hearts danced in harmony at the annual (J. A. A. Sweetheart Swing, held at the Masonic Temple on February 14. The Coldwater High School orchestra furnished the tantalizing rhythms to which the dancers swayed. Red and white streamers formed an artificial ceiling dotted with great hunches of multicolored balloons. Honey Heart and her boyfriend filled a lacy corner to complete tin decorations. Invitations were sent to the faculty and to alumni of the G. A. A. Punch and home-made cookies soothed the appetites of the weary waltzers. Mary Lou Commenator acted as general chairman of the Sweetheart Swing. The chairmen of the committees were: Refreshments, Dortha Long; orchestra, Anne Chestnut; decorations, Janet Walton; invitations, 41 Norma Rhoads; programs, Marilyn Mecklenburg. To Miss Johnson, G. A. A. sponsor, goes a great deal of the credit for the success of the dance. Under her capable guidance the major problems of the dance were settled. Amazons swing their sweethearts. Learners of Latin Lore LATIN CLUB Front Row: C. Newman, G. Derr, M. Mishlcr, B. Wheeler, A. Rccg, D. Smith, B. Kroll, 1). Jacob. Second Row: W. Urge, B. H ossic, S. Hamilton, W. Sailors B. Ulmer, B. Kilhury, C. Cromer, M. L. Purdy, J- Buchholtz, I). Kraft, J. Sowers. Third Row; J. Ely, B. Mcvse, W. King, J. Krueger, P. Lewi , L. Walker, J. Brandt, S. I.. Mick, R. Loomis, C. Crick. Fourth Row: J. Gilkison, L. Calkins, M. Schectz, M. Dauber, R. Linder, P. Bubb, S. Donclson, M. Dresser, R. Stratton, A. Rout. Fifth Row: M. Moers, F:. B. McBride, 0. Gosling, .!• Bogart, J. Allen, R. Jorn, B. Cadwell, L. Kceslar, P. Kuenzel, N. Pctschulat, R. Loctz, E. Jones, D. Tenncm. We members of the Latin Club, with our sponsor Miss Muriel Rix, have been having some grand times at our monthly meetings. The business is cut short, which is nice, to provide more time for the games like Wink-urn, Upset the Fruit Basket, etc. which are always played. At the first meeting we elected officers: Beverly Wheeler, President; doe Borgart, Vice President; Sara Donclson, Secretary; Dewey Tennent, Treasurer; John Gosling, Reporter and Wayne Sailors his assistant. The second meeting was the initiation. Oh! Horrors! The stage was used as a court room, with Aldon Boat as the stern judge. The would-be members went one-by-one before him and were duly accused and sentenced. If they refused to carry out the punishment, they were taken to the dungeon and tortured into submission. The Club plans to put on an assembly in the form of a skit. We haven’t decided definitely, as yet, on the title. . Farewell to Seniors ★ The grand march during the 1941 J-Hop The theme and decorations of the dance were quite unusual. It depicted an underwater scene. The room was flooded with soft green light. At one end of the gym a mermaid sitting on a huge rock demurely peered out from behind the seaweed. The side walls were covered with fish, and overhead hung large balloons made into octopi and eels. As favors, the boys were given key rings while the girls received charm bracelets. Ray Rogers orchestra filled the auditorium with bubbling music. Janet King and Terry Kane were in charge of the decorations. Dick Weir, Mary Lou Commenator. Betty Reed and Alvin Mitchell led the Grand March. Much of the success of this evening goes to our sponsors: Mrs. Sietz, Mrs. Watson, Mr. Carpenter, Mr. Grim, and Mr. Starring, also to Miss Loomis, Mr. Linden and Mr. Wheat and to our janitors. 42 Diary Makers Early in the year the seniors elected a staff to retell the years’ activities with pictures and write-ups. The staff was well selected, and every member capable of doing his work. Much praise is due Dale Mast for his pictures of classes, athletics and extra-curricular activities. The staff is sincerely grateful to Mr. Loofflor for his long hours of work with us and kind advice to us both as staff advisor and business advisor. Editor, Elain Hecht; Asst. Editor, Joan Lockwood; Literary Editor, Norma Paris; Business Manager, Wanda King; Art Editor, Jack Slack; Senior Write-ups, Dale Smith; Sports Editor, Dick Leestma; Asst. Sports Editor, Michael Lawnizak; Sales girls, Anne Chestnut, Marylin Mecklenberg, Gloria Dresser; Photography Editor, Dale Mast; Asst. Photography Editor, Don Kahmaim ; Typists, Bette Ilrdina, 'Perry Kane. STURGENSIA N ST A K F Front Row: I). Kahinann, J. Slack, M. Lawnic ak, 1). Mast, I). Smith, R. Lccstnia. Second Row: M. Mecklenburg, G. Dresser, A. Chestnut, J. Lockwood, W. King, E. Hecht. ★ Scientists in the Making A hilarious initiation of twenty-one members started the Science (Mid) year off with a bang. The membership limited to thirty-five students of sophomore, junior, and senior ranking having at least a “C” average or better. A trip to the Sturgis Municipal Water Works and to Pawn River to view the new Sturgis city fire engine demonstrated and tested highlighted the year. Mr. John Vogt discussed his experimentation in developing the double cyclamen. With medicine as his topic, Dr. D. M. Kane gave an interesting talk tracing medicine from the beginning of time up to the present. The club enjoyed a successful year under the guidance of the officers: President, Aldon Boat; Vice-president, Mary Lou Ooramenator; Secretary, Norma Paris; Treasurer, Mary Ann Fritz. Mr. Powell is the club sponsor. 4 J SCIENCE CLUB Front Row: 1). Long, A. Chestnut, C. Cromer, K. Painter, D. Smith, F:. Schmidt. Second Row: (� . Dresser, J. Fenner, R. Stratton, J. Lockwood, A. Henderson, J. Yancey, D. Mast. Third Row: A. Roat, M. Commcnator, M. Frit , M. Dresser, P. Wheat, I). Nugent, S. Segcr. Fourth Row: F. Middlestadt, R. Weir, R. Beit , R. Scheetz, L. Burmeister, K. Lancaster, J. Crain, B. Douglas. RURAL STUDENTS Cu ol : B. Barker, B. Mowry, W. Brown, R. Second Row: R. Carls, B. Fennell, V. Schragg, M. Jones, R. Miller, J. Krays, M. .Sliimp, K. Plattncr, C. Brown I. King. Third Row: R. Large, K. Kroll, R. Fontaine, L. lirdina, A. Kicholtz, D. Barker, D. Royer, F . Saddison, B. Mowry, K. Brothers. Fourth Row: B. Toeppcr, D. Kieholtz, B. Cadcwell, M. Hagcdorn, B. Grim, W. King, A. Bogen, J. Case, W. Alftrich, H. Frohriep, B. Abbcina. HI-Y Front Row: M. Bostctter, J. Slack, L. Bothamly, A. Renner, F. Jorn, R. Beitz, L. Burmeister, R. Shcetz. .Second Row: F. Middlcstadt, C. Arver, P. F'air, E. Jones, F. Barkei, D. Krueger, W. Douglas, G. Vogt. Third Row: J. Yancey, M. Eld ridge, L. Wolverton, C. Shurtz, J. Crain, M. Repke, R. Bryie, R. Newman, I). Bicker, F. Burdv, E. Schmidt, M. Jackson, (J. Pet sell ulat. Country Dwellers The Rural Students Club was organized on October 8th with Mr. Grim as club sponsor. The officers of the club were “Chuck” Brown as President and Beverly Fennell as Vice-President. Wanda King was selected Secretary and Kathryn Plattner was elected “to juggle the money.” Plans were carried out for noon activities, some of which were basket-hall, ping-pong, kickhall, and softball. On October 17 a party was held at the Mintdale Hall. Several games were played. Some of the games played were three-deep, poison-towel, up-set-the-fruit-basket, and “wink-un”. Refreshments were then served, after which a little “rug-cutting” followed and “a fine time was had by all.” Then, in February, another party was held in the same place, similar to the last one. The main object of this club is to have an organization for noon activities and for social activities outside of school. Example Setters The club scheduled meetings every two weeks, consisting of pot-lucks, speakers, and motion pictures. Two meetings with the G. A. A. were held in which a pot-luck preceded the dancing. Last summer the Ili-Y sent two hoys to the state Ili-Y camp, llayo-Went-lla; they were Joe Crain, and Don Krueger. The annual spring “farewell” meeting was held at (’amp Fort Mill with a treasure hunt prior to the supper. At this supper the hoys always have all the hot-dogs, pop, and potato-chips they can eat. At this last meeting officers for next year are always elected. Mr. Del I a veil is the Ili-Y advisor, and the officers are Joe Crain, President; Richard Bryie, Vice President; Fred Middlcstadt, Secretary; Leo Bothamly, Treasure; Martin Bostctter, Chaplin, and Don Krueger, Re porter. The Governing Hand At the first meeting of the Student Council, which is composed of two representatives chosen from each class, the officers for the year were elected as follows: President, George Petsehulat; Vice-President, Terry Kane; Secretary, Dorothy Nugent. We progressed to make our reign successful by giving two dancing parties at which every one let down his hair for a really jolly time. The council did much to raise more enthusiasm over baseball games. We had a large wooden plaque erected in the hall with all our ex-students names who are in our armed forces. We now end our reign under the guardianship of Miss Rix and Mr. Snow. STUDENT COUNCIL Front Row: D. Jacobs, B. Wheeler, C. Miller, B. Light, G. Funk, P. Loetz. Back Row: T. Kane, D. Nugent, G. Petsehulat, R. Mowry, W. Berger, R. Wagner. Land Lovers The Future Farmers of America is a National Organization which stretches from Maine to Hawaii and from Washington to Porta Rica. The requirements for membership in this club are to take Vocational Agriculture and lie able to carry on a supervised farm program. The purpose of this club is to give members more of an interest in farming and to help them become acquainted with the work of farming. We sent Jim Frays to the F. F. A. national convention at Kansas City last fall. The group attended the International Livestock Show at Chicago on December 2. We organized a Country Club and are planning to attend the Future Farmers Week at Fast Lansing together with Jim Frays and Kenneth Winklepleek as delegates, and also take a camping trip sometime in the summer. The officers are: President, Don Kicholtz; Vice President, Jim Frays; Secretary, Vern llappel; Treasurer, Robert Parker; Reporter, Don Avery; Watch Dog, Kenneth Winklepleek; Advisor, Mr. Grim. ★ F. F. A. Front Row: Mr. F. Grim, V. Iloppcl, R. Parker, R. Ward. Back Row: D. Kit hoi , J. Frays, K. Winklepleek, W. Frays, II. Wygant. 45 Front Row: S. Hamilton, J. Krue Second Row: N. Yunkcr, P. R. Stratton, M. Mi� hlcr, S. J. Third Row: L. Hocin L. Commenator, Fourth Row: (I, court, R. Jorn, V ! D. Kline. CHOIR iilbort, W. Large, S. Derr, B. Timer, L. Walker. HershUrK A. Jackson, B. Kline, D. Smith, V. Mow, J. Teeters, II. Denison, dsinger, R. Gerardo, F. Middelstadt, K. Vaillan-C. Trick, M. Moers, M. A. Fritz, A. Henderson, j — Isierrily We Sing “Yo'ya vo vikAu,,--wcll another sum-iner vacation gone awo there we were hack in choir. Our voices! a pit rusty too, I might add, from all that sleep. Mr. Pomeroy had already ordered the book for the Operetta “The Yoeman of the Guard” which was presented on January 27 in the high school gymnasium. During the months of November, December, and January we sang at a few business luncheons of various clubs and although most of them came right at noon we were always 100 per cent strong. t hi April 9 and 10 we all took part in the festival at Hast Lansing. A lot of the choirs from all over the state took part in this. The solo festival was held on the 9th and then the choir on the 10th. We took first division in this festival. Just before our senior exams the choir went to Kalamazoo and was in a mass singing with approximately five bund red to a thousand students. This was under the direction of Harper Maybe. Commencement at last, seniors are free Lucky People! But here we are again on the stage, all ready to sing and patiently listen to the graduation address. In a few years nearly all of us will be graduating too. JTNIOR CHOIR The main speech event of the first semester was the Twin Valley debate tournament held in December at Michigan State College, Lansing. In this tournament the Sturgis affirmative team was composed of Peggy Bubb, Kllen Linder, and Alvin I Infer. The negative team included Jacqueline Allen, Dick Weir, and Aldon Boat. Lois Lan caster was an alternate speaker. This was the first year of debating for all the speakers except Alvia llafcrand Aldon Itoat. Albion High School won the largest number of debates in the tournament. Several practice debates had been held with other schools belonging to tlu Twin Valley League before this tournament. In the second semester several students took part in the annual spring speech contests which consisted of oratorical declamation, dramatic declamation, oration, and extempore speaking. In March, a local contest was held in each activity except extempore speaking. The winners of this contest represented Sturgis in the district contest between Sturgis High School and Kalamazoo Western State High School, held in Sturgis on April 17. Kalamazoo won 1st place in each of the divisions. The students representing Sturgis were as follows: oratorical declamation, Ruby Brothers and Keith Goss; dramatic declamation, Beverly Bell and Jacqueline Allen; oration, Aldon Koat, John Gosling and Harry Traums were eliminated in the local contest. This year the forensic activities were coached by Mr. Raymond Nadeau, who also teaches speech and Knglish 10. Mr. Nadeau has been especially considerate and helpful in advising speech students and In looks forward to a successful forensic season next year. 47 TROJAN STAFF Front Row: V. Recg, R. Knox, R. Lcestma, T. Makycs. Second Row: 1. Fritz, J. Lockwood, R. Gerardo, N. Paris, J. Walton, W. May. — Roving Reporters — Room 201 started buzzing with action immediately following the appointment of “The Trojan” staff which was chosen according to ability and experience. With determined realization that our paper was to represent the entire student body we rolled up our sleeves and went to work. Now we wonder how the first Trojan found its way into print. While still rejoicing over our triumph we discovered that another Trojan deadline was to be met, but quick. Slowly but firmly we grasped the significance of such terms as “a cut”, “lead”, “galley proof” and “hold face type”. Several six page issues of the Trojan were published during the year, including the traditional red and green Christmas edition. A high school roto section, featuring action shots from various high schools, of the I'uited States, was included with each issue. The last Trojan, containing four full pages of features and news, minus the customary “ads,” was dedicated to the graduating class of ’42 and distributed May 21. Moping to secure more knowledge con corning the publication of high school papers, Don Krueger, Wanda May, Norma Paris, Janet Walton, and Miss Stauffer, adviser, attended the Third Annual Southwestern Michigan Nigh School Press conference at Kalamazoo, Michigan, on December 13, 11)41. There were round table discussions for all divisions where successful and unsuccessful methods of obtaining news were discussed. How to obtain fresh news for high school monthlies and how to dispose of petty gossip seemed to be the predominant problems. After a tour of the campus and the Kalamazoo Gazette, a banquet was held for those attending the conference. The Trojan staff worked with two editors during the year. Norma Paris was editor-in-chief the first semester, Wanda May the second. Business managers, Janet King and Janet Walton were the Trojan’s financial brokers and “brought home the bacon” in the form of “ads”. Dick Leestma, sports editor, kept the readers well informed oil the major sports events while Mary Ann Fritz handled the co-ed sports. Fdna Rose Dunwiddio, Dorothy Hberhard, Rosemary Gerardo, Joanne Fenner, Don Kane, Beverly Kecslar, Robert Knox, (Myde Korstad, Don Krueger, Joan Lockwood, Ted Makycs, and Vernon Recg garnered tin necessary news. Toward the end of the year interested juniors were given an opportunity to work with the present staff in order that they might begin work on the 1942-43 “Trojan” with some newspaper experience. 48 Ted Makycs orchestra gives out with some Pctchulat accepts our well-earned trophy for “solid jive” at an assembly on Sadie Hawkin’s basketball on behalf of the Student Body. Day. — Restful Recreation — Sturgis High School has been very fortunate this year in having many interesting assembly programs. The assemblies were unusually varied and chosen with the interest of all the students in mind. Many of them were largely musical. In September, Miss Gloria Lilia re, a 16 year old wonder concert singer, was acclaimed with great applause. The Kilties in their short, plaid skirts brought down the house with their Scottish songs, bagpipes and shinannigins. The Payne Jubilee Singers brought the songs of the deep south into the hearts of the entire student body. The annual Christmas broadcast, for which the choir and band combined in leading the student body in Christmas caroling, was presented on the “eve” of Christmas vacation. orchestra carried out the Sadie Hawkins theme that was the topic of the week. The Physical Education Entertainment group gave us a tumbling assembly which we strained our necks to see, and if we should have tried to do the acrobatic stunts we surely would have strained our hacks. “Razor” Fenton, an ex-professional thief, gave the students a highly entertaining assembly on “crime docs not pay”, lie told the story of his crinmal life and bis reform. At the close he gave all of us “a light in the dark” to aim at. A talk on “Obedience” by Mr. Nelson Covey proved to be still more interesting after listening to “Razor’s” talk on how easily you fall into crime. Mr. Covey asked the student body seven simple questions and showed how a good person can go bad in a hurry if lie answered “yes” to three of these questions. Now for our heroes! The athletes were honored twice during the year and in assemblies they were presented with their awards and given the praise due them. Another musical assembly featured Ted Makyes and his orchestra with their peppy arrangements of latest swing tunes. The 49 Dick Weir, Mary Lou Coimncnator, Joan Lockwood, Don Krueger, Louise Ilocncckc, Mary Alice Hershberger, Ann Chestnut, Don Kahmann (kneeling), Alvia Wafer, Aldon Roat, Dale Smith, Wanda King. “The Imaginary Invalid” On April 15, tlic senior class presented the comedy, “The Imaginary Invalid’’, by Molierc and arranged and adapted by Kenneth Weston Turner. The scene was a richly-furnished room of the 17th century. The chief character, Argan, imagines that he has almost every ailment ever heard of and is a gold mine for his unscrupulous doctor, Monsieur Pergon, and druggest, Monsieur Purgon, and druggest, Monsieur Fleurant. Mis servant, Toinette, who is the real ruler of the house, manages Argan by playing on his imagination. He plans to marry his older daughter, Angelique, to a dull young doctor, Thomas Diafoirus, the son of the physician, Monsieur Diafoirus, and the nephew of Monsieur Pergon. Hut Angelique has already fallen in love with a chivalrous young man named Cleante. Argan’s second wife, Beline, plans to get her husband’s money with the help of a notary, Monsieur de Bonnefoi. Cleante and Angelique have a secret meeting right under Argan’8 nose but Argan finds out about it because Angelique’s little sister, Louison, tattles. The servant Toinette, resolved to bring her master to his senses, dresses up as a noted doctor and comes to call. Argan is flattered, but as she proceedes with her recommendations, that his arm be amputated and his eye put out, lie doubts whether doctors are always to be trusted. She persuades him, with the help of his brother, Beralde, to test his family’s devotion by passing himself off as dead. Beline soon lays aside her pose of flattering love and declares that it’s a good riddance. Angelique weeps in sincere regret, and Argan springs up, resolved to be the master of his house and to allow his daughter to marry the man she loves. Beralde persuades Argan to become a doctor because no disease would dare meddle with a doctor. TI1K CAST Argan..............................Dale Smith Toinette............Mary Lou Commenator Angelique...............Louise Hoeneeke Monsieur Fleurant..........Wanda King Beline...........Mary Alice Hershberger Monsieur de Bonnefoi.... Donald Krueger Cleante................,......Dick Weir Monsieur Diafoirus................Aldon Boat Thomas Diafoirus....................Don Kahmann Louison............................Anne Chestnut Beralde............................Joan Lockwood Monsieur Purgon............Alvia Hafcr 50 R. Scheetz and R. Stratton “go into a clinch” at one of the highlights of the Junior Play! All feel relieved at the curtain call—good work —well done! “Guess Again ” The junior class presented its annual play, “Guess Again” by Glen Hughes on December fi, 1941. The entire action takes place in the lobby of Edgewater Inn, a small hotel in a southern California seaside resort, in the course of one summer day. Henry Grimes, manager of Edgewater Inn, is about to close up because no one ever comes to stay there and he’s about to lose the Inn altogether. Bill Douglas, a college lad, comes to the Inn in order to be near Janet Moore, the waitress, and wants Grimes to give him a job. Grimes says lie can’t do this but in the meantime Bill reads about an English Lord coming to America, and when an English speaking gentleman comes to the Inn, Bill devises his own plan. He tells everyone that this person is Lord Wig-gleton from England and business picks up immediately. Every thing runs along fine until the real Lord shows up and then complications do mount. It all comes to light finally. The real Lord is found; the fake Lord turns out to be Bertie Bloget, his valet; Janet and Bill settle their troubles and Grimes is able to keep the hotel with his “paying guests” happily doing the “up-lift” walk. A newspaper reporter, an actress, several guests, a Hollywood producer, and N al-do, the janitor of Edgewater Inn, also feature in the play. The cast was: Waldo Kitts Ilenrv Grimes Olive Ordway Tiois Walker Bill Douglas Mrs. Skinner Vera Roberts Dora Mac Skinner. . . Beverly Bell Janet Moore S. II. Pratt Lord Wiggleton Marcella Jenks Suzanne Segor Bertie Blodgett .... Richard Newman Lulu Perkins Sol Messer....................Jack Sowers Prompters.Phyllis Sowers, Dorothy Nugent We feel that the success of the play was due to the untiring efforts of the director, M iss Muriel Rix. 51 The happy ending of the operetta. Striking up the opening chords at rehearsal. Trying to lose my “jitters” backstage before curtain call. OPERETTA Front Row: C. Urick, A. Jackson, J. Lockwood, C. Picrucki, G. Smith, J. Teters, L. Meisling, M. L. Commcnator, H. Dennison, G. Ankney, B. Ulmer. Second Row: K. Vaillancourt, M. A. Hershberger, W. Large, B. Hossie, S. Hamilton, E. Vogel, N. Yonker, B. Gilbert, K. R. Dunwiddie, R. M. Gerardo, J. Krueger, K. Wagner, K. Toth, T. Davis, S. Seger, A. Henderson, M. Mishler, R. Stratton, J. Walton, L. Hocncckc, D. Kline, M. Morse. N. Myers, S. L. Mick. Third Row: B. Wheeler, B. Squire, J. Allen, D. Smith, J. Hines, Frohriep, R. Jorn, R. Kline, J. O’Connell, V. Mae, T. Linder, H. Morrison, F. Middlestadt, L. Calkins, A. Chestnut. “Yeoman of the Guard” On .January 17, 1!)4:2 the high school chorus presented “The Yeoman of the Guard” a musical comedy l v Gilbert and Sullivan. The story opens on a lovely, sunny afternoon in the Kith century at the Tower of London. The courageous Colonel Firfax is to ho executed this day through the greedy desires of Sir Poltwhistlc, who upon Fairfax’s death shall fall heir to his fortune, if Fairfax remains unmarried. Fairfax, however, has two village friends Phoebe Mcryll and her father, Sergeant Meryll, of the Yeoman of the Guard. The Meryl Is are endeavoring to free Fairfax by disguising him in the Yeoman uniform of Meryll’s son, Leonard. THE OAST Sir Richard Cholmondcley Ernest Vaillancourt Colonel Fairfax.............Kalman Toth Sergeant Meryll...........Harold Denison Leonard Meryll.............Clarence Urick Jack Point...................Jack Teeters Wilfred Shadbolt...........Morris Jackson Corporal...........................Edward Wagoner First Citizen.................Roger Jorn Second Citizen..............Robert Kline Filsie Maynard...............Thyra Davis Phoebe Meryll........................Joan Lockwood Dame Carruthers. .Mary Lou Commenator Kate.............Mary Alice Hershberger 52 BAND Front Row: T. Makye , L. Burmdstcr, D. Gage, K. Painter, M. Weaver, L. Pfund, J. Sandburg, J. Houck, M. Dresser, M. Loomis. Second Row: R. Brvic, J. Lockwood, M. Whitsel, L. Keeslar, R. Wells, E. Linder, R. Schectz, G. Funk, L. Botbumlv, R. Knox, B. Kilhury, N. Pickles, T. Mikolatcher, W. Sailors. Third Row: J. King, M. Purdy, J. Rcimann, M. Schectz, R. Carls, J. Bucholtz, L. Collins, E. Schmidt, P. Wheat, D. Mast, D. Bullis, J. Yancey, J. Toepper, A. Ilafer, B. Light, J. Gosling. Fourth Row: R. Loctz, E. Frame, T. Stevenson, H. Lytle, K. Shay, 1 . Roberts, L. Whipple, M. Snook, R. Linder, M. Pcttiiohn, W. Carls, R. Shimmel, D. Froh, W. Walters. Fifth Row Standing: V. Wittenburg, R. J. Fenner. Sitting: W. Toepper, W. Stetson, — Strike Up In the last of May, 11)41, the Bam! represented our school in Lansing and came out with a first in playing, shared only with Traverse City and Oxford, and the only first award in inarching. This fall upon returning to school the Band devoted most of its time to the marching exhibitions for the football games and the fair. However, during November they began looking forward to a clinic which was to he conducted over the 17th and 18th of January. Mr. Revelli, from the University of Michigan, joined Mr. Wheat to head it and due to the greatest of cooperation the clinic was a success. Very soon afterwards the Band put on its first Varsity Night. The contributions went to the support of the Orthopedic Room. Weir, J. Sowers, R. Lash, R. Borgert, C. Marshall, F. Purdy, L. Burmcister, J. Henderson, J. Teeters. the Band — All during these winter activities, Mr. Wheat was endeavoring to build a concert hand that will equal or exceed the record that has been made by the marching band. This spring he has drawn from the increased number of students taking instrumental music (now over 100) a concert band of over 70 pieces. This hand is dressed in uniforms much like those of the National Music Camp at Interloehen. This group went to Kalamazoo a few weeks ago to gain a perfect first division with an outstanding performance, and is now looking forward to a state Festival where we all sincerely hope it will be another outstanding job and with the marching band, bring us back some more firsts for another state championship. Si Dean Diany, My perfectly lovely voice “meets its Waterloo” at every game—whether it is football, basketball, or base ball. Cries of “Yea team,” “we wanta touchdown,” “bold that line,” and “bonier!” echo in the bleachers and rack my vocal chords. The great triumvirate of sports extends throughout the school year. First, football in the fall. Husky, well built boys practice long and bard to get into correct physical condition for the big games. Kvervthing depends on them and their team-work. I and other fans like me cheer the team on, spurring them to victory. Football fades into basketball as the fall quickly passes into winter. Show me the student who really dislikes basketball. Baseball is heralded by the spring and complete the “big 3” of sports. Spring training puts the boys in shape. Not even rain can dampen their spirits. Along with tin major sports, we have wrestling, intramurals, and tennis. Herculean strength and will power are important to the wrestler. Intramurals claim many of the boys and tennis has its special attraction. “The stars are big and bright.” The participants in these sports are stars in their own particular right. Take a peek at the following pages .... Ckanactxn. and Statute Pigskin tncklers at Coldwater Struggling with Albion 55 “Fight team, fight?” VARSITY BASEBALL II. Pierucki, L. Krcidcr, G. Allen, M. Krueger, G. Hiker, A. Renner, M. Suinnev, V. Houck, G. Pctschulat, J. Bogart, W. Mingus, K. Join, P. Hamel 1, J. Crain, M. Eldridge. — Diamond Champs — The Trojan baseball team of 1941 went one step farther than in the previous year by trying for the championship with Marshall. Both teams won five and lost one in the Twin Valley Conference. The record for the entire year was nine wins and three losses. The losses being to Constantine, a ten inning heart breaker to Lake view 1 to 0, and to Kalamazoo Central 4 to 2. The leading hitters for the season were: Allen, first, Ilowk, second, Kuinney third, Kenner fourth, and Griffth fifth. Out of seven years of Twin Valley Competition the Trojans have had the Championship four times alone, and tied for it once, which is of course better than any other team in the Conference. 'Pile entire infield was the same as the previous year with Dale Griffith on first, George Allen on second, Floyd Krieder at short and Maurice Suinnev at third. Kenner again held down the catchers position. Victor How, Fred .lorn, Harold Perucki, and K l Schragg played the outfield. Wallace Mingus was the top pitcher with relief hurlers, Gage and Magnus stand- ing by. George Ecker was also on the pitching staff. Season's Record Sturgis Opponents ('oldwater . .12 1 Marshall 9 l White Pigeon . .13 4 ('oldwater . .14 4 ('oust anti in 9 5 Lakeview (Battle Creek) .. 0 1 Adrian ..12 5 Hillsdale .. 4 Albion ..12 1 Kalamazoo Central 9 4 Howe School . . () 5 Constantine 4 T. V. STANDINGS W. L. T. Pet. Sturgis 5 1 0 .833 Marshall 5 1 0 .833 Adrian 3 3 0 .500 Hillsdale 2 3 1 .400 Albion 2 4 0 .333 4 0 .333 Lakeview 1 4 1 .200 56 y VARSITY FOOTBALL • 0. hfii1' P° c ’� Bothamly, A. Renner, G. Eckcr, F. Jorn, C. M v LvP V r jJccona : D. Large, V. Shragg, K. Bryic, C. Schurtz, L. Wolverton, R. 1 • mr r 4 'Cyfctsci(li vIhiMRow: F. Eckcr, D. Stcinkc, K. Toth, J. Bogart, C. Korstatl, J. Reed. rshall, . Palmer, — Grid Stars The Trojan football team bad one of tin poorest years ever encountered ending in tlie second division in the Twin Valley Conference for the first time. Another loss to the team is that only two of the players who saw action in the final game will be back next year. This situation will demand new material and makes the 1942 football season’s record something of a question mark. The Trojans bowed to St. Augustine in their first tilt 19-12, then lost a heart breaker to Dowagiac 6-2. They turned the tables however, to defeat Adrian 26-7 and in the following encounter with Marshall, they battled to a 13-13 tie. They then defeated Albion 12-6 for their second T-V victory of the season. Coldwater was host on Armistice Day and showed their spirit by taking back the traditional silver football with a score of 18-7. The Coldwater game which is always the most important game to the Trojans, proved to be a heartbreaker in many ways. First the Trojans suffered a defeat, losing the silver football for a year. Second, George Petscliulat broke his arm which kept him from playing basketball later in the winter. Third, it made the Sturgis fans realize that only two of the players in that game would be back next year. Special honors go to George Fcker and Arthur lienner who were chosen on the All-Conference Team. Frank Kcker made the second team. Art Renner also made the All-Southwestern first team. Season’s Record Sturgis Opponents St. Augustine . .12 19 Dowagiac 2 6 Adrian .26 7 Fast Lansing . .14 18 Marshall 13 Albion .12 6 Three Rivers . . 0 0 ( oldwater . . .. . 7 18 T. . V. Standings VV. L. T. Pet. Albion 3 1 1 .700 Marshall 2 1 •) .600 Adrian 2 0 .600 Sturgis 2 2 I .500 Fast Lansing . . .2 3 0 .4(H) 4 () .200 57 Front Row: Second Row: VARSITY BASKETBALL W. Mingus, R. Leestma, A. Renner, M. Woods, F. Jorn, A MiftS'lh : C. Haack, J. Crain, V. Wittenburg, C. Arvcr, C. SJrtiTpnT Record Setters The Sturgis Trojans set a basketball record never before equaled in the Twin Valley competition. They took top honors in the Twin Valley Conference for the second consecutive year. Winning nine out of ten conference games they did not quite equal the record of ten out of ten set by the Trojans last year. Probably tin best and most exciting game of the season was the second game between Three Rivers and Sturgis. A fast and rough game from start to finish, the Trojans emerged with a 34-31 victory. The Trojans were well represented in the Twin Valley Conference team. Art Renner, Wally Mingus, and Alvin Mitchell were chosen on the first team. Dick Leestma and Maurice Wood were given honorable mention. Art Renner was also honored by being chosen on the All South-western Michigan basketball team. The class R tournaments were again held in St. Joe, and on March 7, Sturgis trav- eled there t ' Kliner Mingle thus ad vain lowing Thur ed to St. Joe team. Led by valuable man defeated 3( j iKWeQffrf N i les' r 'obablyMhe most JV , Stifrgis svfcr jans ended their 1941-42 In the finals, Niles beat most team bis game the Tro-skethall season. Three Rivers for the third time this year by a score of 50 to 40. With the tournament games the starting five, composed of Renner, Mitchell, Mingus, Wood, and Leestma, played their last high school basketball. Bud Sehurtz, also a senior, will not be back next year. Other members of the varsity squad who will probably hold important positions next year are: Pred Jorn, Virgil Wittenberg, Joe Crain, Charles Arver, and Charles Haack. Sturgis High School is very proud of the record set by their team this year and wishes to express its appreciation to the coach of the team, Robert Miller. Mitchell Leestma Renner — The Players — Season’s Record Sturgis Opponents St. Augustine 27 Marshall 24 35 Hillsdale 25 Adrian 17 Coldwater 25 Three Rivers 31 Albion 30 Marshall 34 23 Hillsdale 20 Adrian 29 32 Goshen 29 36 . .39 24 Albion 25 T. V. Standings W. L. Sturgis . .9 1 Marshall 3 (Joldwater 6 4 5 Albion 9 8 Hillsdale 1 9 Pot. .900 .700 .600 .500 .200 .100 Mingus 59 WRESTLING TEAM Second Row: A. Reeg, M. Miller, H. Loetz, B. McLaughlin, V. Reeg. Front Row: R. Large, K. Goss, L. Wolverton, G. B Iasi us. — Body Tossers — The “grapplers” of Sturgis High were again active this year but failed to place in the State meet. About 15 boys started the season but only 10 finished. Some withdrew because of injuries but the majority because of lack of interest. The ten boys who finished the season all received wrestling awards. The seniors; V. Reeg, F. Fcker, I). Large, H. Loetz, L. Wolverton. Juniors; M. Miller. Sophomores; G. Blasius, N. Vincent, K. Goss, A. Reeg. Hans Loetz, who placed fourth in the 157 pound division was the only Sturgis man to place in the state wrestling meet, held at Ann Arbor on March 7. George Blasius, Hans Loetz and Vern Reeg, were all beaten by the wrestlers who won the state titles in their respective divisions. Last Detroit, for the third successive year, won the meet with Ottawa Hills of Grand Rapids taking second. Hans Loetz pinned Raymond of Flint Northern in 11:24 but lost to Barnowski of Fast Detroit by a fall in 5:38 in the championship. In the consolation match Loetz came back with another win by pinning Wohlwinkie of Davidson in 2:30, but lost to Hurd of Oranbrook by a decision of 2-0 in the 157 pound division. In the 112 pound division George Blasius drew a bye in the first round. He won from Kesten of Davidson by a referee’s decision, but lost to Anion of Vale, chosen as the best wrestler of 1041, by a fall in 3:51. Blasius lost in the consolation to Rolf of Fast Detroit by a decision of 4-0. Vern Reeg also drew a bye in the first round and was beaten by Warner of Gran-brook, who won the championship and is considered by many the best “leg” wrestler in the state, by a fall in 1:58. Reeg lost to Simoncinie of Union by a decision 2-0 in the 137 pound division. Frank Fcker in the 130 pound division lost his first match to Shiek of Davidson by a decision 3-1 after drawing a bye in the first round. Dick Large lost, after a bye in the first round, to Kreig of Fast Detroit by a decision of 9-6. Coach Raul Krueger is to be commended on keeping the boys together for practice even though they attend only a very few meets. He hopes to enlarge the squad next year and perhaps get into a few more activities.' 60 TENNIS F. Middlestadt, J. Vogt, B. Deagcn, I). Ixcttma, J. Blossom, B. Riven, B. Kauffman, (J. Schultz. — Raquet Swingers — The 1941 tennis squad, composed mostly of veteran players, went through an exceptionally good season, winning eight out of eleven match and coining in second in the Twin Valley Conference. In a scperate Twin Valley Conference held at Albion, the Trojans battled their way into first place and brought home a trophy, the first ever won by Sturgis in tennis. The doubles combination of Blossom and Kauffman were the champions in that division. With the addition of the new tennis courts, Sturgis, for the first time, was able to sponsor the state regional tournament. In that tournament the Trojans came in second behind Dowagiac, with Leestma winning the singles crown. In the state finals at Ann Arbor lie was defeated in the first round. Season's Record Singles Won Lost 1 .eestma ( Middlestadt 7 (i Blossom 5 4 Rivers 5 4 Vogt 2 1 Deagen 1 0 Doubles Won Lost Blossom-Kauffman 10 5 I)eagen-Vogt 8 4 The third doubles team was made up of Leestma, Middle: dadt, and Rivers. Their individual records are as follows: Won Lost Leestma ( • Middlestadt • Rivers •) 2 T. V. Standings 1st Hillsdale 3rd Coldwater 2nd Sturgis 4th Adrian 5th Alhion 61 • j RESERVE FOOTBALL Front-Row: C Brown, C. Oriek, B. Douglas, E. Saddison, B. Deagan, E. Vaillancourt, P. Fair, N.N jhulat, B. Moxvry, 1). Ware, C. Haack. J Seeoftd Black ney, J. Hill, B. Radant, 1 . Wheat, R. Jorn, 1). Hambright, W. J Sailors, A «r w n, J. Colbert. P( v(V ThiSMRowrD. Snook, J. Post, D. ('lark, R. Krueger, P. Vanek, R. Repke, A. Reeg, S xy N. Vinceiw iv riffis, B. Mowry. W Reserve Football J r Season s Lvecokd J ,, . __ J r7 Season s Kecord Sturgb Opponents Coldwater WoserveaX....:j 0 Stm-is...........7 White Pigeon. 11 owe Uenerves T 0 Sturgis..........1 Howe School.. Th.ee Hiver feerv«T.( 0 j 0 Stui isJ(.tt,Urtf' Howe School.. White PiJctm Varsity .... 2 JV 2(i J - I VT___ lironiumjv arsity .........nj 44 C Aflaf.'......14 Total.......... (’onsJXilino ............( anceled yS RESERVE bI BALL : K. Jones, I). Kieholt , H. Magnus, 1). Eberhard, W. Abbeina, B. Mcl-aughlin, Douglas, D. Kane, E. Stevens. Row: W. Sailors, ('. llaaek, 1). Snook, R. Jorn, 1). Houston, ('. Brown, I). Kraft, , D. Newman, L. Wolverton. Second Row: L. Strang, K. Kline, M. Gotldcn, 1.. BomicwcU, J. Pappas, W. Mowry, C. Ainmcrinun. — Reserve Basketball — The reserve basketball team, under Coach Dale Faunce, got a rather slow start, losing the first four games. They ended the season with six wins and seven losses. Sturgis’ “B” team ended its borne season in a no less conspicuous manner than the varsity, defeating Coldwater “R” 28-20. The Trojans held a 13-0 lead at the end of the first period and coasted the remaining distance while Coldwater gained some lost ground, but hardly enough to make the contest close. Jim Post, a Sturgis guard who has shown as much improvement as any player on the entire local squad this season, topped the local Bees with nine points, while Joe Bogart, who will soon write his name into the varsity lineup, came along with six points. There was more poise and polish in this game than the varsity encounter, although the scoring was not so fast and the defensive play less spectacular. With such a strong lead. Coach Dale Pa mice could not restrain the use of his full squad of 15 men, which always taxes the ability of the official score keeper as well as the visiting team. But in every one of those 15 players a great deal of improvement has been shown this season which ought to insure a good season for 1942-43. Other boys whose playing was outstanding during the year are William Post, Tom Tober, and Bob and Bill Mowry. Fifteen boys made up the reserve team and received awards at the end of the season. The team showed some very promising materials for the varsity next year. Although the team did not have a lot of height, it possessed speed and accuracy which are essential in a good brand of basketball. Season’s Record Sturgis Opponents St. Augustine.............19 21 Marshall .................15 20 Three Rivers..............18 31 Hillsdale ................20 21 Adrian....................23 20 Coldwater.................38 23 Three Rivers..............27 31 Albion ...................30 8 Marshall .................20 28 Hillsdale ................39 32 Goshen....................20 29 Coldwater.................28 20 Albion ...................32 18 6 3 ■? ■ ■ ■ thieticA jjon. All The hoys’ intramural programs under Hu direction of Coach Dale Faunce again had a very successful and interesting year. The spring softball schedule has been started and looks as though it will show much interesting play. The teams and captains areas follows: Big “10” league—Michigan, Capt.,0. Polev; Ohio State, R. Palmer; Indiana, P. Eiclioltz; Purdue, C. Shirley. Another league—Yale, R. Leestma; Pennsylvania, M. Lawniczak; Harvard, O. Miller; Princeton, D. Fritz. To climax the winter intramural season was the Annual Intramural Roundups in the gym March 10th and lltli. The big loser for the first night was Wrestling Coach Krueger, who was attacked from behind, and for four minutes was at the bottom of the pile. In trying to help Mr. Krueger, Mr. Faunce was brought into this array of flying arms and legs. Dick Large defeated George Blasius later in the regular matches after which Vernon Reeg defeated his brother Art, Wol-verton defeated McLaughlin, Loetz defeated Wolvcrton, and Goss topped Frank Ecker after Ecker received a broken collar bone. In the hockey game, Knack’s Red Wings defeated Schurtz’ Maple Leafs by a score of 5-4. Four Michigan State boxers were the main attraction Wednesday night. Walter and William Zurokavski, brothers, fought each other more like brother rats. Harvey Trombley was captain of the State teams, and Earl Reid was a former Golden Glove. They put on a smashing, hooking exhibition of clever boxing. Northwestern, who won both halves in basketball, beat the All Stars in an overtime game 21-20. Loetz was the captain of the champions. In Class B, Michigan State topped Nebraska 27-8. The Race Horse basketball was “champed” by the White team, 5-0. Eiclioltz and Crain play for the Senior High Ping Pong championship. Wrestle Royal! Even Coaches Faunce and Krueger were caught in the inixup! Junior High Chinese Sockcr. 5. Rod Wings and Maple Leafs battle in Senior High Indoor Hockey. 6. Wolvcrton ties up McLaughlin. 1. Parker returns a “fast one” to Wells in Junior High Single finals. 2. Leestma and Reeg wait for ball to conic down. J. Magnus takes tip-off from Miller. 4. Fair and Parker defeat Middlestadt and Vogt in Senior finals. tke (Qau Don Picker topped D. Tuttle in foul shooting 16-9. C. Miller won the “21” finals from I). Ulmer, 2 games to win. The volleyball championships were won by Stanford who defeated Vale 16-9. R. Parker and P. Fair beat Vogt and Middlestadt for the doubles crown in table tennis while 1). Ficholtz topped Joe Crain for the singles title. Splash! Splatter! It’s raining and today was the first clay of fieldhall. Now the newly lined field will he mined by this constant drizzle. In spite of the rain the girls at school had a good season. There were about thirty-one girls that signed up for this sport. They were in teams according to their grades. In the tournaments the ninth grade won with Kathleen Felter as captain. The other teams and captains were as follows: tenth grade, Sara Donelson; eighth grade, Kthel Schuler; seventh grade, Jean Tober; and last we have our proud upper classmen the juniors and seniors with Dorothy Nugent as captain. After a good warm-up with the above sports, the archery season started in the fall and was continued later in the spring, with thirty girls signed up. As this was a fairly new sport and sufficient equipment was lacking, the school bought new bows, arrows, arm guards, and finger tabs. Tennis was held in early fall, too. Twenty two girls signed up for this sport. They did their swatting of balls out at the new city tennis courts north of town. To make it even more interesting for the girls, a movie entitled “Tennis Tactics” was shown for both the boys’ and girls’ tennis teams. This movie was sponsored by Mr. Seliilz, coach of the boys’ tennis team. To make this sport even more interesting, the Women’s Bowling League of Sturgis, sponsored by Mrs. Theola Kvers, award- ed a plaque and individual bowling pins to the team of girls having the highest score. This made the going tough, for the teams each set out to win this prize. In the final match, Lorraine Keeslar’s team came out on top. The members of this team were: Lorraine Keeslar, Pat Kuenzel, Peggy Bubb, Mary Lee Purdy, and Marilyn Reynolds. Softball was the main sport in the spring. A meeting was held in the gym for the purpose of electing captains of the softball teams. These were: Seventh grade, Jean Mingus; eighth grade, Kthel Schuler; ninth grade, Jessica Reiman; tenth grade, Betty Jane Holsinger; eleventh and twelfth graders, Jean Toolev. Tennis was also resumed this spring. Pat Kuenzel was elected manager of this sport. Singles tournaments in tennis were held among the girls who were experienced players, and for girls interested but not being able to play, special classes were held to give them instructions. As tin? first flicker of snow was seen everyone’s mind immediately turned to winter and to basket ball. On nights when boys’ basket ball practice was not being held you could go into the gym and see some of the girls “sinkin’ a few”. As this is one of the most popular sports among the girls in school, there was an enrollment of 104 girls. Teams were chosen and the following captains selected as leaders: seventh grade, Jean Tober; Bowling team in action A strike coining iij ! Vitality eighth grade, Ethel Schuler; ninth grade, Mary Ellen Kline; ten one, Carolyn Newman; ten two, Maxine Mishler; eleventh grade, Jean Tooley, and twelfth grade, Janet Walton. In the tournament team, ten one, captained by Carolyn Newman, played team nine, captained by Mary Ellen Kline for the finals with the former winning. Did you know that this school lias some graceful dancers ? Well, to help develop this art, Miss Johnson started a dance class. These girls met once a week. Sara Donelson was chosen to lead these girls in their dancing. By this time you may he wondering what some of these girls would get out of this hard exercising. Fun? A girl wishing to become a member of the G. A. A. must make a total of 400 points a year. To obtain these 400 points, girls have to play any number of different sports. After obtaining 400 points for membership they may continue and obtain points for their numerals, little “s”, English “S” and star. The highest honors were awarded to the three Senior girls with the highest points. These girls were Mary Ann Fritz, Norma Paris, and Rosemary Gerardo. 1. Taking aim. 2. Tennis Champs. 3. Smiles from the winning basketball team. 4. “Batter up!” 5. Grace and Vitality. All Sports Awards BASEBALL—1941 Varsity “S” George Allen, Maurice Sumuey, Dale Griffith, Lloyd Kreider, Harold Pie-rucki, George Ecker, Victor Howk, Myles Kruger, Arthur Benner, Wallace Mingus, George Petsehulat, Joe Crain, Fred Jorn, Joe Bogart. Varsity Resbrvk “S” Paul Barnell, Edmond Schragg, Harold Magnus, Bernard McLaughin, Donald Eberliard, Marvin Eldridge, Elwood Stevens, Charles ITaaek, William Post. Service Monogram—1941 Donald Kane, Ralph Parker, Michael Lawniczak, Donald Eicholtz, Louis Wolverton, Robert Gage, William Ab-hema, Bill Douglas, Donald Kraft, Charles Brown, Richard Newman, Roger Jorn, Wayne Sailors, Emery Jones, Xewbert Petsehulat, Dick Huston, Donald Snook. Manaobrs Awards Don Picker, Dillon Fritz,Roger Borgert. Borgcrt. ★ FOOTBALL—1941 Varsity “S” Arthur Renner, Alvin Mitchell, George Ecker, Leo Bothamly, Richard Bryic, Carl Sclmrtz, Frank Ecker, Richard Large, Hans Loetz, Charles Marshall, Orson Polev, George Petsehulat, Robert Palmer, Vernon Rceg, Louis Wolverton, Fred Jorn, Kalmon Toth, Joe Bogart. Varsity Reserve “S” Clyde Korstad, Victor Schragg, Donald Steinke, Bill Deagcn, Richard Clark, Charles Ilaack, Bill Douglas, Frank Vancr, Charles Brown, Paul Fair, Donald Tifft, Ernest Vaillaneourt, Dale Clark, Clarence Crick, Ray Kruger, Wayne Sailors, Ncwbert Petsehulat, Keith Goss, Pliin Wheat, Jim Reed, Boh Mowry, Bill Mowry, Elmer Saddis-on, Donald Ware. Service Monograms—1941 Norman Vincent, Victor Repke, Arthur Reeg, Donald Snook, Jim Post, Roger Jorn, Bill Radant, Duane Ilambright, John Hill, Richard Griffis, Jim (Colbert, Jack Blackney, William Brown, Norman Stevens. M ANAUERS A WARI)S Don Picker, Colin Kroek ★ BASKETBALL—1941-42 Varsity “S” Arthur Renner, Alvin Mitchell, Wallace Mingus, Maurice Wood, Richard Leestma, Joe Crain, Fred Jorn. Varsity Reserve “Sm Carl Sclmrtz, Virgil Witten burg, Charles Arver, Charles ilaack. Bill Post, Joe Bogart, Jim Post, Boh Mow-rey, Tom Tober, Richard Griffis. Service Monogram Louis Burmeister, Newbert Petsehulat, Robert Kline, Lewis Strang, Charles Aminerinan, Milton Godden, Loran Bon newel I, Jim Pappas. Managers Awards Bill Douglas, Pliiiin Wheat. ★ WRESTLING AWARDS Vernon Reeg, Frank Ecker, Richard Large, Hans Loetz, Louis Wolverton, Maurice Miller, George Blassius, Norman Vincent, Keith Goss, Arthur Reeg. 68 PROPHECY (Continued From Page 21) The Reverend Donald Glasgow officiated at (he wedding of Beverly Fennel and Dick Large. He finally asked her! Wanda King recently retired from her long successful nursing career. She has opened an old bachelor’s home in hope of snagging her man-----yet. Donald Kahmann, who wore beautiful orange bloomers in the Senior Play of 1942 with such j oise, (overlooking the baggy knees) has begun the manufacture of a new style of bloomers called Kahmann’s Knitties. The great scientist, Dr. Donald Kane, has discovered a preventive for poison ivy. •Janet King Blossom and .Joanne Fenner Smiley; those young matrons alxmt town, have been seen pushing double baby carriages on main street. Donna Cramer, secretary of Harold Frohriep, has reportedly been sitting one someone’s knee. Edna Rose Dunwiddie is wearing a wig since her recent trip west. The Indians were so fascinated by her flaming locks, they kept them— permanently. Betty Lou Boughton, Lorene Carter, and Carol Jean Cook, former Sturgis schoolmates are appearing in the Follies of 1953. Rosemary Gerardo and Lucille Gibson are still visiting the Howe Cadets. Mary Ann Fritz is now in the Army as the physical director. She’s preparing them to take care of themselves when they are “over there”. Don’t ask what fort Donald Eberhard and Donald Eiclioltz are in the Kingling Brothers Circus. They are known as the “Red-nosed Clowns.” Dick Loomis and Charles Marshall, noted chemists, are in the hospital. It seems that they were pouring some “stuff” together and blew the roof off, injuring themselves. They’ll know better next time. Beverly Keeslar and Harold Magnus left for Africa yesterday as missionaries. They will instruct the pygmies. Betty Hrdina was recently hired as private secretary to the President of the United States. It seems she is still waiting for that certain Marine to return to her. Bernard Kuhl’s local sandwich shop is now featuring Ted Makyes’ orchestra and the two “balet” dancers “The Keller Sisters”. (You’ll remember them as Catherine and Pat Keller of Sturgis High School). Kathleen Knight has recently taken over the position of teaching the Orthopedic Room. Erald Faye Kelley is still “pounding out boogie beats” with her nationally known all-girls’ orchestra. ELAINK 11RCHT I ALK Sm IT1I Norma Paris Wanda King r ° (f' ' -X7- 'VRemoin.-Si a yy W 50 ( 70- Sptciat 7nUn h Only) V‘VA ' .+ “ _ 's?' Vzjt -y f- Zc fJUJL ‘Vuo-CaJ J C, 5 70 DEAR DIARY — I must not leave without a word about that splendid group of people represented in the following pages. They are the backbone of Sturgis. In these difficult times I wish them the best of good luck for a prosperous future. I think the student body can show them that in these pages, advertising pays dividends, and that we deeply appreciate their making this book possible. Scan the following pages and find out: Where To Bey a Co n9r°tulQf L, 'ons Fi rorri er Coa c, He adquarters For All Kinds of Building Material and Fuel Ph °ne 26 gratulations con til© Qr aduatm Class of I942 KIRSOH COMPANY World’s Largest Manufacturers of Drapery Fixtures and Venetian Blinds DODGE. PLYMOUTH SALES and SERVICE ITS THE SERVICE THAT MAKES THE DIFFERENCE FARLEY’S GARAGE THE ELECTRIC LAUNDRY Phone 15 ★ A WIFE SAVER Ladies and Misses Ready to Wear and Shoes ★ TRI BBETT'S CLASSEN HARDWARE Compliments Hardware of and Paint WM. J. GERARDO PHONE 90 Compliments Compliments of of DR. L. B. PURDY DR. C. E. WIEDLEA 1492 Time 1924 Marches 1942 On! WHAT DOES YOUR FUTURE HOLD? WITH turmoil and strife throughout the entire world our future appears as one great question mark. Yet, we as a nation and citizens, have always met every occasion with determination and have won—and we’ll do it again. This bank for fifty years has gone forward with determined aims—to be of financial service to this community and to our country. CITIZENS STATE BANK Compliments Congratulations Class of 1942 of Bucknell Hardware Company Your Dealer OTTO A. NIGGLI 224 W. Chicago St. Compliments of SCHMIDTS KERNS GROCERIES and MEATS 312 N. Nottawa St. Phone 510 PORTER and WOOD MEATS And GROCERIES 105 E. Chicago Phone 106 STURGIS LUMBER AND SUPPLY COMPANY The Green Sheds Keep Your Home in Good Repair North Jefferson Street Phone 132 COMPLIMENTS OF Freeman Manofactiarieil Co. Knitted Elastic Fabrics Seamless Surgical Hose Abdominal Supports Surgical Corsets Congratulations from Wade Electric Products Company Manufacturers of Electrical Automotive Products Congratulations Compliments from of DAVID'S DAIRY BAR VOGUE BEAUTY SHOP West Chicago Road Quality Milk Products THE TENNENT COMPANY ★ Equipment and Supplies STURGIS, MICH. The Huntress Printing AIR Company STEP Designers of Artistic Printing SHOES We Specialize on Graduation Cards WILLER'S Place Orders With Our Solicitors 119 N. Nottawa St. Phone 303 Brown Bilt Shoe Store NOE'S SUPER SERVICE Compliments We Pledge of Car Conservation Headquarters to Keep Them Rolling MILADY'S BEAUTY Corner Jefferson and Chicago Road SHOP Compliments BOMBERGER'S of 5 -$ 1.00 MERCHANDISE KROGER GROCERY and SCHOOL STATIONERY CANDIES BAKING CO. Compliments Compliments of of CENTRAL WEST OIL CORP. MAC'S FURNITURE STORE “Best For Less” 500 West Chicago Rd. LEESTMA STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHERS BLACK HAT SHOP Portrait Exclusive Millinery Styles Commercial Also Kodak Finishing Costume Jewelry Photo-Engraving Hosiery Bags Gloves DONALDSON PAINT And Compliments WALLPAPER CO. of Specialists in Paints DIETZ Wall Paper and Window Glass Dyers and Cleaners 111 North Nottawa CENTRAL GARAGE Wrecking Service Compliments Storage General Repairing WILLYS-OVERLAND CARS of Phone 53 YELLOW CAB and TRANSFER CO. Day Phone 53 STURGIS OFFICE SUPPLY CO. Night Phone 477-M Compliments KING'S GROCERY of FRUITS and VEGETABLES GROVER L. WATKINS BAKED GOODS—MEATS Prescription Pharmacist Phone 286 500 W. Congress St. JACKMAN’S DEPENDABLE DRUGS Phone 17-M 123 W. Chicago Street, Sturgis Compliments of DR. W. G. SHAY GIBSON'S GREENHOUSE Prices That Are Right PHONE 491 STURGIS —MICHIGAN Watson Music Shop Everything Musical Compliments Phone 397-J Your Patronage Is Appreciated of Pianos Radios Band Instruments BIGELOW FURNITURE CO. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES OF 1942 Your Home Should Come First HOME FURNITURE COMPANY SINCLAIR GASOLINE Compliments 1 to 3 More Miles Per Gallon ★ PARIS BAKERY AUGSPURGER'S J. C. WOLFINGER KENNETH W. DIGGINS — JEWELER — 106 E. Chicago St. Hagcrman-Frecland Building DRUGS Watches Diamonds GUARANTEED WATCH REPAIRING Compliments Wholesome Food and Cooking of At The New DR. A. H. REIMANN WASHINGTON CAFE TED DOUGLAS Just Good Clothes STETSON HATS, INTERWOVEN HOSIERY, HART SCHAFFNER MARX CLOTHES, NUNN-BUSH SHOES STURGIS MICHIGAN CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF '42 KANDLE LITE KLU1B Black and White Dairy Products Locker Storage EAT at GIBSON’S DINER Open All Night 305 W. Chicago Rd. Compliments FORDS MERCURY and ZEPHYRS of LONG'S GROCERY and MEATS E. C. WRIGHT CO. Sturgis, Michigan Central Meat Market August Sicfert Prop. S. C. GRIFFETH JUST GOOD MEATS Jeweler and HOME MADE SAUSAGES ELGIN WATCHES DIAMONDS Sturgis, Michigan 103 W. Chicago St. Phone 91 207 W. Chicago Road Sturgis For Real Pleasure Compliments Drive a New of Dodge, Plymouth or Studebaker DR. G. N. MORRILL CLYDE 0. T. SCHEETZ CANDYLAND AAA JOHN BONFIGLIO Home Made Candies and Ice Cream Automobile Club of LIGHT LUNCHES Michigan CANDIES OF ALL KINDS 202 E. Chicago Road MASONIC BLOCK H. W. HAGERMAN Safety Glass—Mirrors DAVIS SUPPLY CO. REAL ESTATE and INSURANCE 119 N. Nottawa Our Motto: Service That Satisfies Compliments of STURGIS SUPPLY CO. Wholesalers of Plumbing and Heating HERALD WALTERS Insurance and Real Estate RADEBAUGH SHOE HOSPITAL 116 North Nottawa St. 4 4 moj PURDY'S GROCERY QUALITY FOODS BOOST OUR HOME TOWN SCHOOLS Phone 10 Corner of Chicago and Nottawa Street Sturgis, Michigan “The Store With the New Goods First” BEADLE’S We Specialize In: Dry Goods Floor Coverings Curtains Ready-to-Wear Draperies 102-104 E. Chicago St. Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Senior Class from TAYLOR PRODUCE COMPANY V1 TAM INS every student should have: Honesty, Integrity and the Desire for Work. Compliments of ★ JAY SANDWICH SHOP Earl J. Lavengood, Proprietor KEESLAR'S GULF SERVICE 200 E. Chicago Road Compliments Compliments of of LAUGHLIN TOOL AND ENGINEERING CO. MEYER'S SERVICE STATION Cities Service Gas and Oils Tires and Batteries 816 N. Nottawa St. Phone 406-W Compliments Graduates Shop of At LEO E. BEALL J. C. PENNEY'S Plumbing Heating Sheet Metal CLOTHES FOR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN 'Tor what avail the plough or sail or land or life, if freedom fail? —Emerson Our Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Class of 1942 A. H. Perfect Company, Inc. Pure foods since 1896 STURGIS, MICHIGAN Compliments of LEONE STUDIO LaGramge, Indiana and Our Sincere Thanks to Over 85% of the Class of 1942 Who Chose Us to Make Their Graduation Portraits Foglesong Funeral Compliments Home Inc. of Known For Service COLONIAL BEAUTY SHOP “Individual Hair Styling” Established 1913 103 E. Chicago Rd. Phone 113 Distinctive Corsages for the J-Hop Compliments of DR E E WEAVER OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN Phone 278 Congra tu la tions HARVEY PAPER PRODUCTS COMPANY Sturgis — Michigan Blood's Standard Service 300 E. Chicago Rd. INSURANCE ATLAS TIRES, BATTERIES and ACCESSORIES Flanders Dresser LUBRICATION SERVICE Masonic Block Phone 612-J Compliments We Sharpen Skates Right of Nick's Skating Proves It FLORENCE BEAUTY SHOP NICHOLSON MACHINE CO. Everything For Your Car Congratulations to the Class of 1942 e ANTISEPTIC BARBER SHOP STURGIS AUTO SUPPLY INC. Winer King For Better Plumbing See FRED W. HUBNER 127 N. Nottawa St. BEST WISHES FROM WALL PACKING COMPANY Beef and Pork Products STURGIS, MICHIGAN PALACE CAFE Famous for Steaks and Sea Food Soda Fountain Service Excellent The Electric Shop BOSTETTER NARBER Frigidaire, Frigidaire Electric Ranges and Washers Delco Air Conditioning Philco Radio Hoover Sweeper Phone 151-M Congratulations Compliments Class of 1942 of From DR. C. G. MILLER CITY DAIRY Milk and Dairy Products Compliments of (3rl Oehm floihing (o. V lVSTURGlS. MICHIGAN. V The Harter Corporation EXTENDS CONGRATULATIONS AND SINCERE GOOD WISHES TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1942 Compliments of RODGERS BEAUTY SHOP Phone 84-M HOTEL ELLIOTT BARBER and BEAUTY SALON Compliments Compliments of of DR. KANE STURGIS GRAIN CO. and DR. SHELDON BERRIDGE SHEAR CO. Manufacturers of Quality Cutlery for Over Fifty Years H. E. SCATTERGOOD JEWELER ★ E. T. KANE ★ Diamonds Jewelry Monuments—Markers ★ Our Motto: “Honest Goods at Honest Prices” ★ Phone 331-W W. Chicago Road WILSON'S FAMILY SHOE STORE Compliments THE HOME OF of RED GOOSE SHOES Dr. Nina C. Wilkerson All Shoes Fitted By X-Ray 9 9 9 Our Service .......LIKE A CARRIER PIGEON WILL BRING HOME YOUR MESSAGE ★ When a carrier pigeon starts out he usually gets home with his message. Translated into terms of everyday business, this becomes mighty important; for the thought uppermost in the mind of every advertiser is to bring his message home to the reader. We're not carrier pigeons 7 but we can travel a long way toward bringing your message home, by insuring its eye appeal—its sales impact—with the finest of printing and adroit use of color. Our skilled craftsmen make sure that your message not only 7gets home77—but will be welcome when it arrives! ★ The Stiirgis Daily Journal Chicago at Jefferson Telephone 11