Sturgis High School - Sturgensian Yearbook (Sturgis, MI)

Text from Pages 1 - 140 of the 1946 volume:

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This clean-cut Senior was the class president in our last and most crucial year of school. He played in our band and could really “beat it out” on the piano in the school dance band. Tom is a swell fellow to have present at any time. ROGER ALMON WELLS — Roger was one of those persons who was always right there when he was needed. A popular hand member, he participated in all musical activities including the operettas. He was vice- president of both the Senior and Junior class, which fact speaks well for him. The Sturgensian Sales Staff, Junior Play, intra¬ murals, and baseball comprised the bulk of school activities for this leader of the DeMolay. CLYDE DEVERE BELL—Clyde is one of the finest athletes that ever attended our high school. His spectacular abilities won him a position on the all-confer¬ ence football squad. He also played forward on the basketball squad for two years. He was elected secretary of the Senior Class and was a very popular member of the Varsity Club. His quick wit won him a spot in the hearts of all his class-mates. MORTIMER EUGENE WRIGHT—“Mort” is one of those natural athletes, but he didn’t get to show his “stuff” until his Senior year. He was halfback on the football squad and guard on the court team. As our class treasurer, he did a superb job with our finances. At the Varsity Club initiation, he proved his willingness and abil¬ ity to get along with his fellow men. We hear that Michigan State comes next for this popular young man. JAMES PHILLIP McKEAN— “Phil” came to us from Muske¬ gon Heights and he wouldn’t let us forget it. He immediately went out for football and basketball and became a very successful and valuable player, earning himself a berth in the Varsity Club. In the Junior play, as George McIntyre, Phil displayed an unusual flair for acting. He served on the Student Council for two years and gained a reputation as a true companion and friend. CLEON MAYNARD NELSON -fee there any game from pool to football, philosophical bull session, or a plan for beating the system, “Bud” was always ready to take part. His ever¬ present grin won him the position of Student Union Representative and the chairmanship of a J-Hop committee. He starred in all school activities and we soon learned that “Bud” was a good man to have around if we wanted something done. 12 “In Leading Roles” BEVERLY ALBERTA AILES —Beverly came to us from Centerville High in her Sopho¬ more year, and readily adjusted herself to Sturgis school life. She helped out in the chorus her first year with us, and also participated in the operetta in that year. The J-Hop, too, was made better by her helping hand. We’ll always remember Beverly for her good-naturedness. LYLE ASBURY—“Azzie” is a big fellow, and at times we wonder how he managed to do all the things he did. Arriving a little late in his Freshman year, he finished out the football season and made his weight felt in that sport throughout his high school career. Winters he dis¬ played prowess in wrestling and intramurals. He assisted with the J-Hop and was always willing to lend a helping hand. BENJAMIN ALBERT BENE¬ DICT—The best way to describe Ben is “He knows what he knows when he knows it.’’ He was a walking encyclopedia for many of his classmates and really shone in forensics and debating. Ben wouldn’t be the man to meet on a dark night, for he possesses an exceptional wrestling ability. The 1944-45 Trojan Staff had him as its business manager, and in the 1946 Sturgensian he served as assistant sports editor. sketball ski d in chorui be a great help. She was also member in good standing of ; F. H. A. EUGENE IRVIN BARNES — Eugene might be called the “William Tell of S. H. S.”, for he is an outstanding archer. His yearly pilgrimages to the north woods are made for the express purpose of pitting his skill against deer with his self-made bow. He is always out for a good time, and usually finds one somewhere. “Irvie’s” aspiration is to be a conservation officer, and in this field he should be outstanding. BILLIE YVONNE BECK¬ WITH — Although small in stature, Billie’s heart is large. Always eager to do her part, she served her class veil by digging into school activities, such as the J-Hop and Sopho¬ more Prom Committees where she was very active. While not a conventional singer, all local swing music fans were familiar with her solos, and her latest dance routines. ALVIN WAYNE BERGER — Wayne was always pretty busy playing football, basketball, base¬ ball, and just sort of resting. The new Varsity Club began under Wayne’s leadership; he helped with boys’ intramurals, and was a member of the Commercial Club and Quill and Scroll. Wayne was also on the Trojan Staff where he served as an able sports editor. No matter how you look at it, Wayne was an “all round fellow. DORIS JEAN BLACKNEY — Small of stature but big in popularity describes Doris to a “T”. Though she had many out¬ side interests, there were things around school, ma inly the G. A. A. and band, that intrigued her. She is not a career woman in the sense of an outside job, but we believe Doris might be class¬ ed as the future model wife. 13 “In Leading Roles” LOIS LOU BLOOD—Lois got fun out of everything she did. She played in the band four years and took an active part in girls’ intramurals, as well as being a member of the G. A. A. She worked for her class selling Sturgensian adds and served in both our J-Hop and Sophomore Prom committees. We who knew Lois were always sure of her sincerity and ready smile, which won her a host of friends among her classmates. LORAN PAUL BONNEWELL —“Sharkie” is one of those people who just have a knack at certain skills. A virtual typing whiz, he helped quite a few of us when we needed something typed in a hurry. Typing, however, is not the source of that nickname. It was bestowed upon him by his classmates because he made so many “impossible” shots when meeting them in friendly games of “this and that.” LOIS ANN BORGERT—Lois was that farm girl from Burr Oak way, who drove her tin lizzy in every morning, rain or shine. Her interests were wide, and she was no mean champ in girls’ physical education class. The F. H. A. enjoyed her as an active member of the organiza¬ tion. ROGER CRIS BORGERT — Rog” is the stocky Senior man who sparked our football team to the grand season it enjoyed. Football was his meat, but he did more than the average in basketball and baseball, too. He enjoyed playing his bass horn in the band, but was always so active in other things that he rarely made a public appearance with it. He was also one of the nine charter members in the .Varsity Club. DONALD DUANE BUNNELL —We always felt Don lived life with a weather eye cocked for fun. He tackled every sport and learned all the tricks. Don had a way of looking so sheepish when he was proved wrong that we couldn’t help but like the fellow. He is the type of boy who would give his all to help someone if he liked him. NANCY LOU BURDNO — “Nan” was one of the busiest Seniors in old S. H. S., outside class as well as in. She was ac¬ tive in the G. A. A., and if anyone ever wanted any thing done, he could count on Nan. She was always the “life of any party,” and was Chairman of the J-Hop Committee which was largely responsible for the unique decorations last year. LAWRENCE ROBERT COL¬ LINS—“Corky” was that man who could always find something to argue about regardless of what was being discussed. He played a French horn for four years in the band. Though not primarily an athlete, he took part in the intramural program and played football and baseball. This active DeMolay’s philos¬ ophy of life seem to be, “If there’s work to be done, let’s get it done, and if there is fun to be had, let’s have it, QUICK!” PHYLLIS ANN COOMBS— “One swell gal” is “Phil”. She was one who gave a helping hand in the cafeteria and on the side pepped us up with her cheer leading. Working on the J-Hop and Soph. Prom Commit¬ tees and taking an active part in the G. A. A. program made all Phyllis’ school days very busy ones indeed. 14 “In Leading Roles” JOYCE CROSBIE — The big thing in Joyce’s life was sports. She never missed a game, was very active in G. A. A., and starred in girls’ intramurals. Loving to dance herself, Joyce was a more than willing and able helper on both Sophomore Prom and J-Hop committees. Joyce will always be remembered as a girl with a cheery smile and a willing hand. BETTY LUCELE EVERHART —While an artist at heart, Betty came to be known for her ability to help everyone. She played an important part in Girls’ Intra¬ murals and was Secretary- Treasurer of the Art Club. “Bet” was also a big help on the Tro¬ jan Staff as art editor and on the Sturgensian Staff as Assist¬ ant Art Editor. She loved her Science Club work and was a true friend to all. GEORGE FRANKLIN DEN- NISTON—George is a boy who usually wears a big grin. He is at his best in the chemistry lab, but also played good football for two years, and pitched baseball during his high school career. The trombone George played in the band reminded one of Sousa. He was active on the Trojan staff and Science Club, served on a J-Hop Committee, was Stage Manager of the Senior Play and made Quill and Scroll. ELIZABETH JEAN DERR — “Lizzy” was best known in the commercial department where she excelled in every phase of the work. Both artistically and musically inclined she served as vice-president of the Senior Art Club and on a J-Hop committee, while for relaxation she strums a mandolin. She was a quiet girl, but quite a girl. JAMES SEVER DOOLITTLE —Jim is “the man with a horn” around old S. H. S. Not only did he play the cornet, but he used his mind and captured a berth on the honor roll. Partici¬ pating in both Junior and Senior plays, and the operetta, Jim also found time to be Sturgensian literary editor, Assistant Trojan Editor, wrestler, debater, forensic contestant, and member of the Science club, Dramatics Club, and Quill and Scroll chapter. VIRGINIA MAE FERRELL— Virginia easily gained the title of the “female hunter of S.H.S.” The deer up north were yearly- honored by a visit from our “Ginny.” G. A. A. and girls’ intramurals found her in active participation, and her voice was a chorus asset. Both the Sopho¬ more Proms and J-Hop w r ere aided by her willing work. LOREN FOOTE—Loren always tended strictly to business. He never violated the institution’s law and made it plain he didn’t like to see others do it either. H is only weakness was a ten¬ dency ' to nose into a fiction book at -the library and, by so doing, neglecting a bit of school work. We’ll remember him as one of the fellows who tried to hold the class in line. BETTY FOX — Betty’s high school interests were centered about the commercial department and allied subjects, so we saw but little of her. We remember, however, he hard work on a J-Hop committee, and we know that with her perseverence she will go far. 15 “In Leading Roles” JAMES LLOYD FRAYS—This lad preferred an occupation to school. “(Jive me something to do. I’m no bookworm,” was his theme song. Jim was a diligent worker—at his studies in school and out of school at his work, but he had time for fun, too, as intramurals were his favorite extra curricular school activities, and he took part in more than one operetta and was a faithful DeMolay. KENT CURTIS FREELAND— Kent was a good artist who loved a laugh. He was on the Sophomore prom committee and did much to make that first class undertaking the success it was. This DeMolay served well as the Art Editor of the Sturgensian and designed the cover for our year book. He was president of the Science Club and a member of Quill and Scroll. With his keen sense of humor he will al¬ ways find a real zest in living. CARYL PAULINE FREEMAN —Caryl was probably one of the busiest persons in old S. H. S. She was the editor-in-chief of this year’s Trojan and Sturgen¬ sian. She was a “vocal cho-d athlete”, participating in all sorts of speeches and debates. We saw her as our freshman class Student Council represen¬ tative. Caryl was in Junior and Senior plays, and first on the honor roll. EARL FROHRIEP—Earl was one of those few persons who had the golden gift of sicence. He also knew when not to be quiet. He actively participated in the operettas, chorus, and in¬ tramurals. His Senior year was devoted to his work on the Trojan staff and Sturgensian Sales Staff. He was a good fellow to know. GLORIA ANN FUNK—Gloria is that ever active Senior girl who had her hands in about everything there was to do. She played in the band, sang in the chorus, was a star athlete, was active in G. A. A. and girls’ intramurals. She was a Sopho¬ more class officer, too, but her biggest jobs were keeping Service Men’s files for the Trojan and doing the Senior write-ups for the “Sturgensian.” With all of this she still found time to earn the rank of class salutatarian. PAUL GAIL GAUSS—Paul is a quiet sort of fellow, around us at least, and one who likes to know what makes things tick and why. He came here from Plymouth High in his Junior year and promptly entered wholeheartedly in our intramural program. His interest in chem¬ istry is something bordering on the fantastic, and when he starts mixing something new—LOOK OUT! GERALDINE GLASGOW GOSS—“Getting her man early in life” was what “Gerry” accomplished, for she was mar¬ ried during her Junior year. She was a whizz in her com¬ mercial courses, topping most of her classmates. Although her time and loyalties were divided between a career and fun, all of us knew her as an all ’round fine girl and one w ' e’ll remember for a long time. WILLOWDEAN HEARLD — Willowdean knows her “records” and her dancing. She helped out on both the J-FIop and Sophomore Prom committees. Quite domestically inclined, too, she was an active member in the new F. H. A. Chapter, while an athletic streak was satisfied by bowling and basketball, her favorite G. A. A. sports. 16 “In Leading Roles’’ JOSEPHINE H. HENDERSON —For pep and fight, no one could surpass “Jo”. She played important parts in the Junior and Senior Plays, and the 1946 operetta. Jo’s interests were many, including active G. A. A. and Quill and Scroll member¬ ship, girls intramurals and bowl¬ ing, cheerleading, band, being a class officer, and appearing on the honor roll. She was exchange editor for the Trojan, and kept the financial records for our year book, too. JUNE IRE IE HE PNE J une is that. dependable country girl who enjoyed school a ricl put herself wholehe.ar e dly into ev¬ erything she ciisk ,Being athletic ' by nature June.,was an active participant in Girls’ IntrtTmtffals and G. A- A. After driving her “lizzy” in jf otn the country every morning, ' she tackled the school’s toughest, subjects, writ¬ ing and working as assistant business manager on the Trojan and as sales girl for the Stur- gensian for which she was re¬ warded by a Quill and Scroll membership. JOHN SIEGEL HINES—John¬ ny’s clear tenor voice won him leading roles in three operettas and the Senior play. On the other hand his natural sports ability took him out for football, baseball, and intramurals, and won him a berth in the Varsity- Club. Displaying still another side, he was a Science Club and Quill and Scroll member, Trojan literary editor, and Sturgensian JACK STEARNS HOLT—Food and fun came easy to Jack. He played on boys’ intramurals his Sophomore year and was also a tremendous help on a J-Hop committee. Most of us are familiar with this speed demon, tearing along the roads at a ter¬ rific rate, but in his “36” Chevy, Jack was able to drive safely anyw 7 here at any speed. There must be real sporting blood in him. CHARLES MORLAN JELLI- SON—Mort is a drummer boy, either bass or snare, he plays both equally well, even getting in an occasional clash at the cym¬ bals. Besides greatly aiding S. H. S.’ band for four years, he work¬ ed long and hard on the J-Hop to make it the success it was. Morlan is the fellow 7 to which to go if you want help ERMA JEAN JOHNSTON — Erma Jean, an attractive mem¬ ber of the class, fared well, humorously doing her work without thought of starring in anything. She likes chorus and sang in the operetta but preferr¬ ed singing for joy instead of prestige. All of us are apprecia¬ tive of her accomplishments on the Sophomore Prom and J-Hop Committees. BETTY JEAN JOURDAN — The man who ultimately gets Betty 7 for his homemaker is, you may be sure, going to be lucky. She has a knack for cooking that makes her dinners fit for a king. Betty has been active in G. A. A., is athletically- superb, and helped out immensely on the J-Hop. Did you ever taste her luscious banana splits at Jack- mans? WILLIAM F. KASDORF — Making efficient tackles on the gridiron, crushing bones on the wrestling mat, and hurling a fast one from the pitcher’s box on the diamond, was what made Bill that boy who never failed to attract a passing eye. We knew him as the tall, silent blond fellow who worked hard at whatever he did. If you ever need a real friend you can rely on Bill. 17 “In Leading Roles” RICHARD F. KIRBY — Dick was the “skin man” in the dance hand, and more than one “stude” has swrnng to his smooth rhythm. Though predominantly a band man, he was an athlete of no mean ability on the basketball floor and in intramurals. Dick and his drums were much in demand by the local music yokels. With his likeable nature, this DeMolay should go far in the music world. MARIAN LONG — “On the beam” really describes our gold¬ en haired Marian. Singing in the chorus and operettas and helping to make cafeteria food, showed us Marian’s stuff. She took an active part in the G. A. A., Girls’ Intramurals, and F. H. A. and served most ably on our J-Hop committee. A real girl was Marian. MARY JANE LOOMIS—‘ ' Hey Tom! How do you do that chemistry prob?” When you heard a sw r eet feminine voice ask something like this you would bet it’s Mary Jane. We saw this popular band member leading in the Junior and Senior Plays and skipping hither and yon doing something almost constantly. If she had any spare time the G. A. A. or the F. H. A. took care of it. WILLIAM LUKOMSKI — Bill came to us from Bel 1 ville, Mich¬ igan in the fall of ’45 and has been seen around considerably ever since. On inquiry he in¬ formed us that he has played much baseball and has a flair for dramatics. This lad likes schoo ' , but he likes the city’s recreation¬ al institutions better. Although quietly absorbed in these outer activities, Bill seriously believes school is necessary and can be interesting. HELEN LYTLE—“Meek, but mighty”—that spells Helen. Band and orchestra proved her musical ability with the clarinet. G. A. A. and Girls’ Intramurals show¬ ed her enthusiasm for most sports. Helen served very cap¬ ably on the J-Hop and Junior Play committees. DONALD B. MARBAUGII — “Don” came to us this year from Decatur High. Since he has been here, however, he has been a true supporter of our school. Intramurals constituted his extra activities but that doesn’t mean he didn’t do a few things around the old school. He had as much difficulty figuring Mr. Peck out as anyone, but, like the rest of us, he lived through it. AUDREY MAXWELL—Aud¬ rey is our little home-maker from the country. She was in the G. A. A. one year while in high school and played girls’ intra¬ murals for a year or two. Audrey was in both the Junior and Sen¬ ior Plays, where she held down key roles. This girl has her future plans all set, and they revolve around her “third finger left hand.” MARY MARGARET Mc- CORD—Mary Margaret is proof that “Not all good things come in small packages.” The G. A. A. and girls’ intramurals were her outside interests and she was an officer of the art club her third year in high school. She was on a J-Hop committee and Junior Play committee and serv¬ ed on the Sales Staff of our Annual. Her four years in S. II. S. were full to the brim with fun and honest endeavor. 18 “In Leading Roles’’ CAROLYN MEAD—Most of us knew Carolyn in connection with the library and Library Club. Bustling around school after delinquents, students with overdue books, she always knew just what to do. Not only was she top student librarian and a first-rate typist, but her knowl¬ edge of commercial mechanics stood her in good stead and influenced her to join the Commercial Club. ROBERT WYATT MICK, JR. —Wyatt is that likeable Senior lad who always was ready to add his bit to any discussion. He was on the honor roll, the photography editor for the Stur- gensian, social editor on the Tro¬ jan staff, presiding officer of the Dramatic Club. Wyatt was ac¬ tive on various committees. He was in the Senior Play, operetta, and was affiliated with debate and public speaking. HARVEY ALFRED MILLER— “Al”, we found, was a rare com¬ bination of wisdom and wit. He was active in intramurals, play¬ ed guard on the football team, and was a member of the Var¬ sity Club, Dramatics Club, Science Club, and Commercial Club. He moved to Rochester in his Sophomore year, but returned to us in 19+4. He served the Sturgensian Staff most ably with his photography skills and literary flair. He made the honor roll and was in the Senior play. MILDRED MISHLER — This quiet studious Senior likes her music. She was a member of the chorus and has been in the operettas. On the social side of school life we found her working hard on both J-Hop and Sopho¬ more Prom Committees. She also helped whip up those luscious noon meals in the cafe¬ teria. HUBERT L. MORRISSON — “Chub” will be remembered for his ability and three years’ ser¬ vice as center on our varsity football team, but he also played baseball, basketball, and took part in intramurals. He was a Hi-Y member and an officer in the Varsity Club. We found him in the Junior Play and in the operettas. His bright, ever ready smile proved that a sense of humor can stand a man in good stead. LAWRENCE BRUCE NICK- ELL—Bruce was the Senior Class’ “hot pilot.” No novice in the flying game, his interest in airplanes made all other inter¬ ests secondary. He played in intramurals and lent his whole¬ hearted support to any class ac¬ tivity. Our loss will be the gain of the aircraft industry when Plank” gets his aircraft mech¬ anic’s license. JAMES PATRICK O’CON¬ NELL—Jim always had a bit of Irish wit ready on his tongue, and was continually provoking his friends to hilarity. Whether on the wrestling mat or in the classroom, especially math, Jim could hold his own. True to Irish tradition, he speculates be¬ coming a cop as his life work. ROBERT E. PARKER—Bob was one of the athletes in our old Alma Mater.” His rather small stature kept him from starring, but you could always bet that he was in there pitching when he had the chance. He played a mean trombone in the Band, and as a member of the Varsity Club w r ore his awards with rightful pride. The F. F. A. took up much of his time and he took his share of prizes. 19 “In Leading Roles’’ DONNA JEAN PRESTIDGE —Donna was our super bond salesman! She led the school’s bond sales in her Junior year, and also served on a J-Hop committee. Always “on the go”, Donna had a friendly smile for all. The F. H. A. took up a lot of her spare time and is prepar¬ ing her for the home over which she is soon to preside. DELBERT RANDALL—Delbert put in his first S. H. S. appear¬ ance last fall when he arrived from Flint. Promptly joining the band, he soon made his pres¬ ence felt in a pleasant way. Having earned the necessary credits, he left us at the end of the first semester to star in the play of life. VICTOR E. REPKE—“Vic” is that red-headed fellow you saw in there battling on the football field. Wrestling, baseball, and intramurals were his other sports activities, and to top it off he was in the Varsity Club. His ability on the bass horn gained him state-wide recognition. “Vic” had a part in the Junior play and was a member of the Com¬ mercial Club. WILLIAM LEWIS RICE — “Louie” liked shop and math, but we probably remember him best as the quiet, dark haired boy who was as apt at participating in intramurals as he was in turning out cabinets in shop or solving “Einstein size” problems in Mr. Snow’s trig and algebra classes. He left early to see the world in the Navy. ALBERTA RITTER—Alberta holds down the role of a com¬ petent future homemaker. She is an active F. H. A. njember and really gave her all to make the J‘-Hop the grand success it was. She will go on from dear old S. H. S. to make herself known in friendly domestic circles. ‘ LEONARD EUGENE RUDIE Although Michigan is “all right” Leonard still sticks up for his’ home state of Wisconsin. This might be because he always got out of his exams there or maybe it’s just because its’ “home, sweet home” to him. Leonard wasn’t with us very long, but many of us found out that he was a swell person. From a dairy state he came and back to a dairy state he went to make dairying his career. JEAN LOUISE SANDBERG— “Sally” was that popular gal who played an oboe in our band for four years. She led both the G. A. A. and the Commercial Club in her Senior year and was a class officer in her Sophomore and Junior years. She appeared in the Junior and Senior plays, the operettas, and on the honor roll and Sturgensian Staff. She also was chosen to represent S. H. S. at the state D. A. R. con¬ vention. PATRICIA ELLEN SCHIPPER —Pat was that good natured girl with a smile, whom you remember as having had parts in all the operettas and class plays. She was active in the G. A. A., F. H. A., and girls intramurals. In her Senior year she helped keep the service files for the Trojan and was a valu¬ able addition to the Sturgensian Sales Staff. 20 “In Leading Roles ” ETHEL R, one who bered v- SQorts.llo natural is Me of I Ethe laljed hi C bat a thWer Wr, fh w Student and unior of the joined the StViriensiai SalKg staff and helped tT) bring home the bacon. MARGRET SEAFERT—Mar- gret is a cute blond who has plenty of charm. She helped on the Sophomore Prom and J-Hop committees. She was a member of the Library Club in her Jun¬ ior year and F. H. A. in her Senior year. Her ever-present smile will help her to win her wav in the world. SHIRLEY KAY SEGER—Kay was always full of vim, vigor, and vitality whether she was making those “swish” baskets on the girls’ basketball team, or taking a lead in the operetta. She liked school activities as well as outside ones. She was an active member of the G. A. A., the Science Club, and Chorus, and was one of the main “spark plugs” in making our J-Hop the success it was. KATHLEEN ELAINE SHAY- “Kathy” has been very active in her four years in high school. She was a sophomore class offi¬ cer, and was a member of both the band and chorus. She took an active part in the G. A. A. and girls’ intramurals, and Sci¬ ence Club. She was secretary of the Quill and Scroll, and earned a place on the honor roll. She appeared in the operetta and the Junior Play. Turning jour¬ nalist in her Senior year she was Business Manager of the Trojan and assistant editor for the Stur- gensian. LYLE LESLIE SLAGG — “Slug’s” ever present sense of humor will be missed around the old brain factory, for he was one who raised our dampened spirits. He was also quite an athlete participating in football and baseball as well as intra¬ murals. We saw T him in the Junior Play and Varsity Club where he contributed his bit. He intends to be an engineer, and he will no doubt be a good one. PRISCILLA SMITH—Priscilla is Dearborn’s contribution to Sturgis High. She adjusted herself quickly to the ways of us “southerns” and fell into line by- joining the G. A. A. Girls’ Intramurals was the natural following step, and we found out that she was a wicked opponent. She does not voice a life’s ambi¬ tion but you can bet that her determination will carry her a long way. PATRICIA E. STORMS SNOW —“Pat” is another one of our girls who “got her man” early in life. As president of the Junior Class she led us through the football and basketball seasons selling hot dogs, candy, and the like. When J-Hop time came around she seemed to be every¬ where at once and was large.] - responsible for its success. WESLEY STETSON—“Wes” is the big, easy going fellow that you could spot a mile. “Stet” was a good athlete, participating in our football, wrestling, and baseball programs. In the band he wore the orange and black like a true Trojan and played the baritone with fervor. He also lent a helping hand on the J-Hop. 21 “In Leading Roles ” WILLIAM STEVENS—Here is one person in S. H. S. who really had fun in life. This “Navy Man” was very active in the local Civil Air Patrol, being one of its oldest members. He took a part in chorus activities, hut he considers his biggest achievement as that of earning his sergeant’s stripes in the C. A. P. VERA MAE STRANG—Vera never failed to do well with her school work and succeeded in making the Honor Roll. Like so many other progressive, modern girls, she made commercial sub¬ jects her major. Bookkeeping, typing, and shorthand all knew her as a “whizz”, and we needn’t imagine very hard to picture her holding down a top-notch office job some day in the near future. MARIALYCE STUTZ — The chorus and operetta showed that Marialyce could use her vocal chords, and the active part she played in the G. A. A. and girls’ intramurals proved she had “sporting blood.” She helped to make the Sturgensian a success by serving on the sales staff. She also was an active member of our art club during her third year in high school. VVAVA LOUISE TEADT—In Wava’s specialty, commercial subjects, she rated high. She had a rather quiet personality and carefully steered clear of heated controversies, but she worked hard on the J-Hop and no ore ever doubted her interest, sincer- ity, and worth to the class. ROBERT L. TOZER—After a hard day at school in both technical and cultural classes and playing a tough game of intra¬ mural basketball, Bob liked to relax at his apprentice job at the Posture Chair Co. His ambition is to be an upholsterer and to that end he devoted his school years. JOSEPH EDWIN WAGNER— Ed devoted his time to agricul¬ ture, in school and out. He really knew his pigs, of course, and the corn he fed them. The school agricultural lab was as familiar to him as home, and as an F. F. A. officer, he played an active part in stimulating farm youth toward organizing a real rural community of action in the future. No one will forget Ed’s all-around participa¬ tion in school intramurals, how¬ ever. IRENE MAY WALLMAN — Irene may be easily identified as that “quiet little red-head” who, in her own way, was always right in there pitching when she was needed. She was a member of the G. A. A. in her freshman year, and gave her wholehearted support to our J-Hop. KATHERINE WALTERS — She is the tall Senior girl who is a little on the shy side. The operettas were her main extra¬ curricular activities and she enjoyed singing as much as anyone who took part. One of the “old faithfuls” in the chorus she could always be counted on to do her bit. The role she hopes to play in the future will be that of a doctor’s assistant. 22 “In Leading Roles’’ SHIRLEY LOURIE WEAVER —Shirley sang in our chorus and operettas for four years and served the class on the commit¬ tees which planned the Sopho¬ more Prom and J-Hop. She helped make the Junior Play a “smash hit” and turned her literary abilities over to the Trojan for which she was re¬ warded by becoming Quill and Scroll treasurer. Shirley was in the G. A. A., Science Club, Dra¬ matics Club, and Girls’ Intra¬ murals. PHYLLI S WEIRICH — Phyllis is a girl you can always re¬ member by her cheerful smile. She hailed from Nottavva and Sand Lake, and was often reminded by a certain Chemistrv teacher that big fish come from Sand Lake. Cooking was her forte, and she helped to turn out those delicious meals we enjoyed at the cafeteria. LESLIE NILES WHIPPLE — “Let’er ripple, Whipple,” is one of the statements this tenor sax man made famous. “Whip” played four years in our high school band, was one of the main clogs in our dance band, and also did his bit in the German Band. Intramurals and the J- Hop rounded out this popular DeMolay’s school life. DORIS WOODS — Doris had many interests, both in and out of dear old S. H. S. She sang in the chorus, worked on the J-Hop, helped scramble up those delic¬ ious cafeteria meals, and turned in many a good reporting job for the Trojan, and helped on the Sturgensian sales staff. HARRY J. WENZEL—Harry was a sober faced boy, who was very musically inclined during his S. H. S. school days. He played cornet in the school band, in dance bands, and the German Band. Vieing with his musical talent were intramurals, base¬ ball and photography, activities in which he excelled. VICTOR RAY WYGANT — “Vic” was one of those farm boys who, as an underclassman, stood outside the limelight of activities but who, as an upperclassman, stepped directly onto the beam. He was an F. F. A. officer for three years. As a varsity quar¬ terback, he starred continually; and the basketball team profited greatly by his presence. In a few years, we will know him, we’re sure, as that successful Farmer Wygant.” 23 In Memoriam to Walter Smith “r e id fludt s4ov y I cannot say, I will not say That he is dead,—he is just away! With a cheery smile, and a wave of the hand, He has wandered into an unknown land. And left us dreaming how’ very fair It needs must be, since he lingers there. And you—O you, who the wildest yearn For the old-time step and the glad return. Think of him faring on, as dear In the love of there as the love of here: Think of him still as the same, I say; He is not dead—He is iust away! 24 “Honor Roll” HONOR ROLL First Row—K. Shay, J. Henderson, G. Funk, C. Freeman, V. Strang. Second Row—T. Linder, W. Mick, J. Doolittle, A. Miller. Absent from picture—J. Sandberg. The Honor Roll is made up of the ten people who have made the highest averages in their high school class. Membership on the Honor Roll is determined by a point system with each mark rating a given number of points. These points are totaled from your whole list of marks from the ninth grade through the first semester of the Senior year. An “A” rates six, a “B” four, a “C” two, and a “D” one. This special recognition was given to these students because they have proved their ability be¬ yond the call of “getting by.” Most of the mem¬ bers of the group were very active in the extra¬ curricular activities of our institution, which goes to prove that you can have fun and still fare well in academics. 1 he sole hope of the members of the Honor Roll is that they may continue their good scholastic work in the next few years, for all are planning to enter college. The members are: Valedictorian-Caryl Freeman Salutatorian-Gloria Funk Historian-Jean Sandberg Prophecy-Thomas Linder, James Doolittle, Josephine Henderson Will-Kathleen Shay, Alfred Miller, Wyatt Mick, Vera Strang 25 “ Synopsis” Act I of our play shows our cast as “green” Freshmen just “coming out”. There were 125 of us joining var¬ ious clubs and seeing what the world was really like. We chose as our leading actors, Tom Linder, Presi¬ dent; Lyle Slagg, Vice-Presi¬ dent; Jo Henderson, Secre¬ tary; Pat Snow, Treasurer; and Caryl Freeman and Eth¬ el Schuler, Student Union Representatives. To finance our play we started selling basketball sche¬ dule pencils. This proved to be a very profitable enterprise, and it greatly added to our bank balance. When the curtain rose on Act II we added more variety to our play—changing the leading act¬ ors to President, Jean Sandberg; Vice-President, Jo Henderson; Secretary and Treasurer, Kathy Shay; and Student Union Representatives, Ethel Schuler and Gloria Funk. Selling schedule pencils was still the main financial venture, but the Sophomore Prom proved to be both profitable and lots of fun. In this act we also helped the war effort by a bond selling contest in which the losing advisories treated the winners to a rainy picnic! None of the cast will ever forget that year! A short intermission at this time for a change in scenery and a chance to let you catch your breath, as the best is yet to come. Stepping into the limelight in Act III are Pat Snow, President; Roger Wells, Vice-President; Jean Sandberg, Secretary; Jo Henderson, Treasurer; and Phil McKean and Ethel Schuler, Student Union Representatives. “Money” was our “cue” in this scene, and we went after it in a big way. Our supporting players sold “everything” at the games, and the annual schedule pencil project was still continued. It was with great care and pride that we chose our classrings, for our choice determined the pattern for Sturgis High School rings in all the years to come! “Growing Pains”, the Junior Play, brought out the hidden talents in our class. We unanimously agreed that it was a huge success. Our J Hop, “A Moonlit Garden” will long be remembered as the “best ever”. At one end of the gym was a rock garden with a pool, flowers and shrubbery surrounding it; evergreen branches and stars completed this beautiful setting. It was hard work for all, but well worth it, as we were justly complimented for our efforts. The last and final act of our play found us with an all male cast. This was quite unusual, but then, we are an unusual class. After many try-outs and auditions, the following players appeared in the leading roles: President, Tom Linder; Vice-Presi¬ dent, Roger Wells; Secretary, Clyde Bell; Treasur¬ er, Mort Wright; and Student Union President, Phil McKean and Student Union Vice-President, Bud Nelson. In this act we took the honors in most every¬ thing that went on . . . clubs, sports, band, operetta, and the other activities around school. The Senior Play, “Little Geraldine” was a contrast to our Junior Play in that it was a character study. We were glad that it was well-received and a credit to the class. This scene was a combination of tragedy and comedy, for it brought both tears and laughter to all of us. The loss of Walter Smith, our beloved companion and classmate was deeply felt by all, and as a memorial to him we contributed to a new basketball scoreboard. As the play moved on our activities continued with dances after the games; parties; and all the things that go with graduation—announcements, name cards, caps and gowns, Sturgensian, and Senior Banquet. We combined “Senior Skip Day” and the Senior party into an all day affair at Camp Fort Hill. Dancing and games were held in the evening, and the tired, not too dignified Seniors, will hold it long in their memories. The climax to our play came not only in graduation itself, but in our boat trip . . the first trip in four years! Buses were chartered to take us to Detroit, where we climbed aboard the S. S. South America which took us on a three day cruise through the Great Lakes .... a wonderful way to round out our many memories! On May 29, 1946, ninety-three of our “charac¬ ters” will step onto the stage to receive their honors, each one having served to the best of his ability. We wish to thank our producers and directors for helping us to make our drama the success that it has been! 26 “Curtain Speeches ” Valedictory To the class of 1946: We’ve looked forward to this day for a long time, haven’t we? Now that it’s here, how do you feel ? Glad, sad, victorious, or defeated ? It’s sort of a queer mixture of nostalgia, happiness, and awareness of a new world, isn’t it? This is the end of life’s first act. Scene one was in pre-school and grade school days. Scene two, all too brief, was that happy period from September 1940 to June 1946. We learned so very many things these years—the mysteries of mathe¬ matics, what makes engines go, what participles are, and how to write a letter. Even more import¬ ant were the lessons in how to get along with those about us—what to say, how to dance, what to do on a date, and how to make friends. Not all the lessons in either category were easy, and there were many that we never mastered for one reason or another. It’s too late to be sorry or even to look back, but we can resolve to turn over a new leaf as we enter life’s great second act. As the curtain rises again, ninety-six Seniors are seen marching slowly down a long gym floor to the strains of Auld Lang Syne”. The door opens, and a new life begins! It’s all ours, that life, to do with as we please. We can go on to school, to work, to loaf, or to homes of our own. In any event, what we make of life is up to us. There are no more teachers to stand over us with threats of, “Do that or stay after school”. We must choose our own teachers now. Will they be experiences, the harshest of all instructors; friends, the best meaning, but often poorest advisors ; or will we steadfastly search out the best in guides, great men of recognized ability, who can give us principles on which to build a life? We again may make our own decision. Pray God, it shall be the one that will bring life’s short play to a fruitful climax as the final curtain drops forever. Caryl Freeman Salutatory Parents, faculty, fellow students, and friends: We, the class of ’46, have reached the final scene of Act I in our lives. Our four years of high school have been much like a play, and we were the actors in it. The first three scenes of Act I in our great play were laid in a war-torn world, but the final scene has brought us a world of peace and reconversion. The parts we shall play in Act II will be in many ways different and difficult for us. As actors in the scene to come, ive shall soon be the ones to make our government and to keep it what it is today, a democracy! Our problem will be to preserve country from internal strife. It is up to us to go this land from future wars and to protect our on with our education and learning—to make this land of ours bigger, better, and safer for those generations to come. I hrough the helpful guidance of our faculty, the ever-ready support of our School Board and the people of our city, and the encouragement of our parents and friends, we will take our places in the world with our hearts full of courage and enthusiasm to do the best “acting” we have ever done. “The play of life must go on” and we are going out to do our level best to make our school, our teachers, and our friends proud of us no matter what the role may be in which we are cast. Gloria Funk 27 “Prologue ” Much time has passed since the good old days, Many have gone their separ¬ ate ivays; To learn of our alumni, let’s part the haze. And return for an instant to those happy days. McKean’s newly acquir¬ ed chain of “You Peek The¬ aters” is running the latest picture, “Leave Her to Nel¬ son”, starring the latest Hol¬ lywood “finds”, “Languid” Loomis and “Baby” Bunnell. This picture, photographed by feature photographer Freeland and directed by “Bustling” Benedict has starred on Broadway and the Bowery after its world premier in Sturgis. After the show, many persons stop at “Bell’s Bar”, where the elite meet. He has a fine array of waiters which includes “Bouncer” Morrisson, “Pretty-girl” Funk, “Slap-happy” Schuler, and “Clem” Bonnewell, who divides his time between this and perfecting billiards. Pretty Misses such as Blood, Blackney, Jor¬ dan, and Mead have opened “The False Face Beauty Emporium” located next to Bell’s Bar, and it is operating on a twenty-four hour schedule. On to the grand opera! We see many specta¬ tors including Madame Fox, Countess Hearld, and Duchess Seafert with their opera glasses, purchased at Beckwith’s “Better Eyes” optical salon. Looking around we see beautiful gowns draping the figures of Benham, “the body”, Long, “the lovely”, and Goss, “the gorgeous.” Switching our glasses down in front, we hear the orchestra tuning up. All of a sudden Doolittle and his red hot trumpet, “Ivlep- to” Kirby and his tympani, “Les Brown” Whipple with his sax, “88 keys” Linder, and Denniston with his golden trombone swing into “720 in the Books”. The people are amazed, but wait! The curtains open, and we see “Lily Pons” Shay singing an aria from “Pretty Pansy” written by “exceptional” Everhart, collaborating with “fabulous” Freeman. Soon we see her leading man, “Caruso” Hines come running over and throws himself at her feet Immediately we hear a wild scream as Asbury and his Better Ballet come leaping on the stage. Some of his most famous prodigies are “Fago” Sandberg, “Fagarina” Schipper, and “Faggettus” Henderson, the three Latin lovelies just imported from Tampico. A wild dance follows, causing a great commotion in the audience. Above the turmoil we hear the scream of a siren and a motorcycle, driven by “Wrong” Wright, comes hurtling through the doors. Officers Berger and Borgert alight and immediately try to restore order, brandishing their clubs all the while. There is nothing for us to do. but to leave this mad-house, and as we are on our way out, we notice two hawkers peddling the new sensation, “Wells’ Wonder Weeds”. These two enthusiastic peddlers are, by the way, “Flatfoot” Frohriep and “Floy Floy” Foote. Home to bed. Sheets and pillow cases are furnished by the “Naught-a-Rip” Corporation operated by Miss Crosbie. So ends a busy day. Sunrise! The birds are twittering, the dew is. on the lawn, and the clouds are in the sky. But we are hungry so let us depart to the dinette to enjoy a heaping bowlful of Wallman, Walters, and Weir- ich’s “Krunchy-Wunchy Breakfast Food”, which is so good that even Grandpa will holler for more. We flip the dial of the radio nearby, and are greeted by Repke’s menu hour, broadcasting kitchen tested menus. Then to the den where again we flip the dial to “Killer” Kasdorf’s morning calisthenics. At this point we are greeted by Mrs. Herbert Magnus, nee Phyllis Coombs, who has come to tell us about the latest gossip and her recent honeymoon at Minnewaukon Lake. It seems Miss Helen Lytle has taken up permanent residence in Three Rivers and after several futile attempts, is lecturing on “How to be Happy Tho’ Single”. Helping to demonstate her point are Beverly Ailes, Lois Borgert, and Mildred Mishler. Here is a flash! Jack Holt, world reknowned speedster, has just broken the world’s record for the 10 yard dash by motor car. His manager and mechanic, Eugene Barnes and Paul Gauss respec- tivelv, attribute his success to his newest inspiration, M rs. Holt, nee Nancy Burdno. Word comes from Washington that Senator Collins has just completed a record 90 day filibuster, and thus disproved the theory of the eminent philos¬ opher, Alfred Miller, who believes that silence is golden. Mort Jellison, after 30 years of odd jobs, has returned to the S. H. S. drum section. It seems that is his first love. Wesley Stetson and Harry Wenzel have joined the Canadian Mounties and have found the Eskimos of their hearts. June Hepner, has received world fame for trisecting an angle. Mary Margaret McCord has just traveled east (to Burr Oak) to accept a job on the Acorn. Pat Storms Snow, Audrew Maxwell Miller, and Erma Johnston Toepper have just returned with their husbands from a second honeymoon spent at Niagara Falls. The featured attraction presented while they were there was Mr. Lyle Slagg, who went over the falls in a barrel. Wyatt Mick Esq. has just obtained his lawyers degree, and is a very prominent businessman in the great metropolis of Howe, and how! So ends the gossip. Donna Prestidge, proud owner of the 25 years service medal presented by Western Union, gives ifs 28 “Prologue ’’ a telegram telling us of other alumni. The telegram informs us of the tremendous Hollywood success of “Marbaugh’s Models.” This famous group in¬ cludes Alberta Ritter, Wave Teadt, Elizabeth Derr, and Virginia Ferrell. They are also featured in the latest issue of Life advertising “Frays’ Shampoo.” James O’Connell is taking the place of Charles Atlas, who recently passed on. Others trying to get this title but who were defeated were Bob Parker, Vic Wygant, and Ed Wagner, all prosperous farmers of this community. R. L. Tozer, Paul Waltke, and Roger Webb have formed a corporation with the capital stock of $5.00. This tremendous amount was raised by Lewis Rice and Bill Stevens, who was recently commissioned a Lieutenant in the C. A. P. Misses Weaver, Seger, and Stutz have accepted positions at Bronson College for the sub-normal and are teaching physical education. They are noted in the county for their prowess at the game of “21”. As our final bit of gossip we hear that Bruce Nickell has taken over John’s, and has changed the name to “Ice Cream Alley”. Pert waitresses are Priscilla Smith, Vera Strang, Doris Woods, and Rosie Thomas, who has earned the title of head waitress. We hope you have enjoyed this news of your former Peck-mates. Thomas Linder James Doolittle Josephine Henderson “Epilogue ” 1. I, Beverly Ailes, leave my wavy hair to any straight-locked Junior. 2. I, Lyle Asbury, bequeath my weight to Ray Spen¬ cer. 3. I, Eugene Barnes, leave my typing ability to Marvin Lukomski. 4. I, Billie Beckwith, will my love of dancing to Pat Kelly. 5. I, Clyde Bell, leave my “running speed” to any new “upstart” in the field of Sturgis sports. 6. We, Shirley Benham and Vic Repke, leave our “rare” ability to make-up to Joyce McCaffery and Jack Short. 7. I, Wayne Berger, will my basketball adeptness to Ray Dresser. 8. I, Doris Blackney, bequeath my unusual height to Pat Kruger. 9. I, Lois Blood, leave my cheery smile to any Junior girl with the proper qualifications. 10. I, Loren Bonnewell, reluctantly bequeath my pipe to Doug Shields. 11. I, Lois Borgert, leave my shyness to Lois Fair. 12. I, Roger Borgert, will my love for an older girl to Jim Reid. 13. We, Don Bunnel and Jim Frays, leave our “good nature” to any desiring Juniors. 14. 1, Nancy Burdno, will my zest for a good time to “Hank” Emerson. 15. I, Lawrence Collins, bequeath my ability as a drum major to some certain “up and coming” member of the band. 16. I, Phyllis Coombs, leave my long “tresses” and ability to sell name cards to the one of my choice. 17. I, Joyce Crosbie, gladly will my understanding (?) of the “social sciences” to Phyllis Krock. 18. I, George Denniston, bequeath my secret for¬ mula for making rotten egg gas to the chem¬ istry class of “47.” 19. I, Elizabeth Derr, leave my commercial ability to Peggy Hanson. , 20. I, James Seaver Doolittle, do bequeath my inability to win arguments from teachers to Phil Lint. 21. I, Betty Everhart, leave my patience and artistic ability to next year’s Sturgensian art staff. 22. I, Virginia Ferrell, will my keen eyes for hunting deer to anyone who needs them. 23. I, Loren Foote, bequeath my black hair to John Richards 24. I, Betty Fox, leave my desire not to be asked any questions in class to all Juniors. 25. I, Kent Freeland, bequeath my witty cartoons, smile, and sense of humor to one who likes to laugh. 26. I, Caryl Freeman, leave my efficiency, leader¬ ship, and mentality to Tom Stevenson. 27. I, Earl Frohriep, leave my quiet disposition to Robert Gable. 28. I, Gloria Funk, bequeath my piano playing ability to the pianist for next year’s operetta. 29 “Epilogue ’’ 29. I, Paul Gauss, will my art of being seen and not heard to Lois Webster. 30. I, Geraldine Goss leave my art of getting a man to Marilyn Beigh. 31. We, Willodean Hearld and Betty Jourdan, give our ability to be “true to one” to Marilyn Wenzel, who has already shown great promise along this line. 32. I, Jo Henderson, leave my pep, vivacity, and enthusiastic cheer leading to Gloria Wetters. 33. I, John Hines, will my singing voice to a future star, Jim Benedict. 34. I, Jack Holt, leave my “baby blue” eyes to Don Emerson. 35. I, Morlan Jellison, will my love for studying and “everything else” except Joy Reeg, to any desiring male. 36. I, Erma Jean Johnston, leave my small waist¬ line to all undergrads who desire same. 37. I, Richard Kirby, will my zest to beat out that rhythm on the drums to Dale Picker. 38. I, T. J. Linder, bequeath my office of President of the Senior class to some lucky Junior guy or gal. 39. I, Marian Long, do hereby register my desire to leave my blonde hair to Jane Patterson. 40. I, Mary Jane Loomis, bequeath my piccolo to Joyce Howk. 41. I, Bill Lukomski, will the trials and tribula¬ tions of my Senior year to all of the Junior class. 42. I, Helen Lytle, leave my smiling eyes to Ellen Tompkins. 43. I, Donald Marbaugh, will my ability to be always wide awake in class to “Mutt” Renner. 44. I, Mary Margaret McCord, do will and be¬ queath my red hair to Georgiana Morgan. 45. I, Phil McKean, leave my ability to “play a good game of basketball” to Doug Mowry. 46. To any who wish to follow in my footsteps, I, Carolyn Mead, bequeath my ability to keep the library in one piece during the absence of Miss Watson. 47. I, Alfred Miller, leave my love for the old “Alma Mater” to any devoted underclassman. 48. 4 o Bob Freeman, I, Hubert Morrisson, leave my ability as a varsity center. 49. To any desperate Junior, I, Maynard Nelson, will my ability to “converse” with Mr. Peck 50. I, Bruce Nickell, leave my pleasure of “wring¬ ing out” an airplane to anyone who can take it. 51. I, James O’Connell, bequeath my language ability, foreign and English, to any struggling language student. 52. I, Bob Parker, leave my ability to raise prize winning pigs to Bob Holliday. 53. We, Donna Prestidge and Phyllis Weirich, bequeath our ability to keep the cafeteria line moving, to Phyllis Clemmons and Lorna Stevens. 54. I, I ewis Rice, do will and bequeath my ability to solve difficult geometry and trig problems to Howard Dewitt. 55. I, Alberta Ritter, leave my ability to “get by” in government and economics to my sister, Doris. 56. I, Jean Sandberg, will my G. A. A. leadership ability to the president of next year’s associa¬ tion. 57. I, Pat Schipper, leave my ability to throw a good party to Caryl Kirsch. 58. I, Ethel Schuler, will my ability to lead the cheering section to Betty Blodgett. 59. To my sister Margie, I, Margaret Seafert, do will and bequeath my good humor and pleasant smile. 60. I, Kay Seger, leave my love of basketball to Gloria McCarthy. 61. I, Kathy Shay, bequeath my love of Klinger Lake to Mary Dana Huntley. 62. I, Lyle Slagg, will my ability to get along with the opposite sex to Richard Bogen. 63. We, Priscilla Smith, and Doris Blackney, be¬ queath our hobby of collecting absence slips to any underclass good at making excuses. 64. I, Bob Tozer, leave my ability to sink impos¬ sible long shots in intramural basketball to Robert Gallup. 65. Except for my current one and only, I, Wesley Stetson, leave all my previous loves to any Junior boy in need of a morale builder. 66. I, Bill Stevens, bequeath my C. A. P. sergeant’s stripes to Jack Finnerman. 67. I, Pat Snow (Storms), will my ability to strike a happy medium in my efforts to obtain an education and keep up the home front to Phyllis Lawniczak 68. We, Vera Strang and Wava Teadt, bequeath our “good common sense” to Wanda and Wilma Teadt. 69. To any Junior girl who may find herself in need of it, I, Irene Wallman, leave my quiet¬ ness. 70. To any Junior, I, Kathryn Walters, will my love of the commercial department. 71. I, Shirley Weaver, do hereby leave my ability to concentrate (?) in G. S. R. to Bill Freeland 72. I, Doris Woods, will my ability to keep a steady “on hand”, to Connie Norris. 73. I, Leslie Whipple, leave my crooning ability to Bob Wagner. 74. I, Mort Wright, leave my ability to get around on the gridiron and basketball floor to Cleon Notestine. 75. To Harold Hahn, I, Victor Wygant, leave my reputation as a successful hunter 76. I, Harry Wenzel, do will and bequeath my loyal rooting at games to Terry Melchi. 77. I, Edwin Wagner, leave my love for the great out-of-doors to any appreciating Frosh. “A Junior Extravaganza JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Standing—B. Fennell, R. Sigrist, J. Reid. Seated—P. Purdy, J. Kemble, J. Tober. “School days are growing short for the Juniors, too. And there is much work ahead for them to do.” There’s also much work behind them, for the class of “47” has been very busy during the past year. Soon after the curtain was raised on a new year, 132 Juniors chose six of their members to play the leading roles. Ralph Sigrist was elected President; Bob Fennell, Vice-President; Phyllis Purdy, Secre¬ tary; Jean Tober, Treasurer; and Jean Kemble and Jim Reid, Student Council Representatives. Launching the year with gusto, everyone pitch¬ ed in to sell coffee, hot dogs, candy, pop, and the like at the football games and candy when the bas¬ ketball season rolled around. By that time they accomplished much having ordered what will be one of their most cherished props, class rings, having presented “Ma’s New Husband”, which showed that these go-getters had talent to spare. It was their first venture into the world of drama, but all those who saw the play are eagerly awaiting next year’s production. The last act is always best. So was it with th ■ Juniors when they produced a J-Hop to be long remembered. Charlie Rodgers furnished the orches¬ tral setting, and many happy couples danced in the beautifully decorated gym as the curtain rang down on a successful year for these “Seniors of ’47.” 31 JUNIOR GIRLS First Row—P. Stump, G. Morgan, P. Lawniczak, D. Bohyer, F. Snook, L. Fair, M. Sites, D. Ostrander, M. Large, J. Howk, P. Heitger, M. Fetch. Second Row—M. Rivers, V. Randell, P. Clemmens, M. Goodwin, E. Snook, M. Beigh, L. Webster, J. Tober, P. Hansen, B. Blodgett, M. Barnes, P. Wood. Third Row-—M. Pierson, N. Englarth, G. Glasgow, M. Mitchell, C. Wisler, M. Wenzel, M. Lincoln, B. Spearrow, M. Younker, D. Dauber, D. Ritter, L. Smith, P. Loetz, J. Maystead. Fourth Row—P. Brand, P. Spaulding, J. McCaffery, F. Derr, P. Purdy, P. Crock, D. Shook, B. Huston, J. Mingus, R. Saunders, B. Teadt. Fifth Row—L. Stevens, P. Hunter, C. Kirsch, A. Bothamley, P. McLauchlin, R. Stapleton, J. Patterson, J. Reeg, J. Kemble, B. Jordan, R. Notestine. JUNIOR BOYS First Row-—R. Sigrist, D. Franks, J. Grim, H. Smith, J. Short, J. Harker, D. Cromer, H. Blue, C. Smith, R. Lambourne. Second Row—J. Houck, R. Gallup, H. Dewitt, P. Lint, D. Tennent, V. Andrews, R. Wagner, R. Rayner, J. Reid. Third Row ' -—J. Benedict, J. Richards, W. Maxwell, R. Bogen, W. Freeland, D. Emerson, D. Shields, D. Roy, D. West, J. Weirich, R. Spencer, R. Gable. Fourth Row—R. Holton, R. King, M. Dillivan, D. Lewds, D. Ulrey, W. Krontz, R. Pinney, T. Stevenson, C. Notestine, B. Pannell, R. Mecklenburg. Fifth Row—R. Fennell, E. Shoemaker, J. Finnerman, J. Quirin, H. Magnus, M. Lukumski, W. Eberhard, L. Hopkins. “A Frivilous Fantasy” SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS Seated—J. Lawler, E. Tomkins. Standing—R. Shimmel, K. Zabel, J. Bogart, T. Walters. Act I of a busy school year showed 109 Sopho¬ mores electing their class officers. After a heated campaign six people were chosen to carry the heavy burdens for the year. These were cast as follows: John Bogart, President; Ellen Tomkins, Vice- President; Bob Shimmel, Secretary; Joan Lawler, Treasurer; and Kenneth Zabel and Tom Walters, Student Council Representatives. Both good and bad came to the “class of ’48.” They planned a big party to start the Christmas season with a bang, but that villian, “flu,” forced them to call the whole thing off. The best moment of the year came when they were allowed to buy their class rings—a whole year early. Although not a fast-moving year filled with class activities, it was a year of preparation for the whirl-wind scenes to come. The “class of ’48” looks forward as the curtain drops on the “drama of ’45-’46.” I m f J Mm jr -B 1 1 t S m 1 Bp SOPHOMORE GIRLS First Row—J. Lawler, V. Murray, B. Carter, J. Bartold, R. Donelson, F. Summey, B. Gay, D. Dauber. Second Row—I. Pappas, J. Avery, W. West, T. Ostrander, L. Notestine, D. Barnhart, J. Ziglear, J. Holtz, D. Palmer, V. Newman. Third Row—D. Bower, A. King, H. Emerson, J. Rehm, D. Darby, J. Long, J. Houck, C. Danne- burg, J. Stinchcomb, I. Fitch, M. Westphal, D. Lewis, E. Tompkins. Fourth Row—P. Mast, S. Castle, B. WTrkhaven, N. Kline, P. Kruger, C. Norris, P. Kelly, C. Holsinger, C. Ailes, B. Kelly, C. Carver. SOPHOMORE BOYS First Row—R. Lahrke, R. Wallick,H. Blue, D. Jordan, G. Shimp, LI. Smoker, R. Kemble, H. Hahn, R. Shimmel, N. Kraft. Second Row—W. Eberhard, B. Sprister, D. Loetz, B. Jordan, W. Renner, S. Stutzman, O. Crowel, P. Pugh, J. Ford, P. Reed. Third Row—F. David, W. Linder, C. Pierson, K. Zable, D. Blanchard, R. Prestidge, E. Melchi, M. Harker, J. Hanselman, T. Melchi, R. Summey, F. Hanaway. Fourth Row—J. Bogart, T. Walters, R. Meyers, W. Stapleton, R. Selser, R. Price, L. West, P. Picker, P. Britton, D. Blassius. “A Happy Interlude” FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS Seated—G. Griffis, M. D. Huntley, B. Wright. Standing—J. Holt, R. Freeman, D. Mowry. Our first faltering step has been taken into the world of upper classmen, and now that we are nearing the end of our Freshman year we feel the pride of being even the lowest part of the organiza¬ tion. W have struggled to keep the name “Freshmen of 46” one to be remembered. Though we have had our pitfalls and obstacles to overcome, we believe that we have come through on the “top-side” in fine shape with many things to our credit. Think, for instance, of our athletes. This year we have more up-and-coming athletes than any class has had for many years. The rest of our classmates not only cheer of the sidelines, but fill their hours with useful things such as playing in the band, selling Vcitory bonds and stamps, and joining the chorus and the various clubs. Of course with out the gentle, but firm guid¬ ance of our teachers and counsellors, we would not be where we are today. We were well pleased at our selection of class officers, electing Robert Free¬ man as president, Grace Griffis as vice-president, Mary Dana Huntley as secretary, and Betty Wright as treasurer. For the job of sending our thoughts and ideas to the Student Council we elected James Holt and Douglas Mowry. 35 NINTH GRADE GIRLS First Row—I. Gilkinson, L. Ziglear, B. Wright, B. Trim, B. Waltke, A. King, P. Blossom, P. | Stratton, V. Murray, W. Reed, E. Kinsey, S. Gauss- Second Row—A. Hart, J. Nickell, W. Teadt, M. Woods, W. Teadt, B. Teadt, L. Baylor, L. Funk, G. McCarthy, H. Holtz, M. Bauman, M. Plucinski. Third Row—M. Bassett, J. Kasdorf, F. Mishler, M. Hostetler, M. Seafert, M. Stevens, B. Pannell, M. Pagels, B. Whipple, G. Griffis, D. Benedict, M, Gasper, E. Fair, A. Young, M. Sybesma. Fourth Row—E. Yunker, V. Yunker, K. Quirin, S. Dickerson, T. Brouse, M. Chupp, R. Rerick, I. Shoemaker, M. Allen, A. Miller, J. Crago. Fifth Row—B. Bupp, V. Groff, N. L. Loetz, D. Lewis, D. Keesler, M. D. Huntley, G. Wetters, E. McLauchlin, B. Lanning, N. Kanouse, M. Bell, G. Conrad, M. Nusbaum. NINTH GRADE BOYS I First Row—R. Jordan, M. Smoker, C. Falkenstein, B. Kinsey, J. Petke, R. Stump, R. Kime, J. Bachman, D. Kunce, P. Baker, C. Palmer. Second Row—FI. Jordan, L. Faust, P. Fennell, G. King, G. Baldwin, G. Boughton, A. Freeland, .j “The Junior High Follies ' ’ EIGHTH GRADE CLASS OFFICERS Seated—J. Frohriep, M. Storms, W. Holtz. Standing—J. Niggli, J. Linder, R. Jones. When the curtain went down on this year’s eighth grade class, we found one-hundred twenty of its members still in the cast. A class meeting brought this group together for the first time as a class, at which time the class officers shown in the picture above were chosen. No doubt due to the fact that the school provides so many activities for its student body, this class did not find a time for the usual class party. 1 hey have not been active in the many branch¬ es of extra curricular activities so far, but if one can judge from the “pep” this class shows, as we see them scurrying along through the halls to class, they give promise of being heard from in the future. Next fall we hope they will be back with us still one hundred-twenty strong to enter into some of the many activities reserved for Senior High School students. J First Row—E. Kennedy, C. Wagner, S. Fuller, P. Easterday, I. Bassett, G. Jameson, V. Ward, C. Lego, F. Falkenstein, D. Britton, J. Cook. Second Row—J. Kemble, L. Shook, M. Kisseberth, D. Vaughn, B. Abbs, D. Sigrist, S. Messner, B. Wright, M. Storms, N. Niles. Third Row—M. Meyers, E. Oppenhamer, P. Wallick, H. Sanderson, J. Stutz, C. Merchant, D. McKay, G. Lace, T. Huss, D. Godden, W. Wallman, C. Bailey, N. Nusbaum, J. Bandholtz. Fourth Row—G. Prestidge, S. McLauchlin, B. Park, B. Notestine, J. Hilton, V. Flowers, D. Mann, N. Kruger, L. Doolittle, N. Keeslar, E. Castle. Fifth Row—M. Pickles, R. Kauffman, L. Danneberg, J. Moon, L. Hahn, A. Van Popple, B. Finney. 5 I EIGHTH GRADE BOYS First Row—L. Jacox, D. Bennett, C. McLauchlin, R. Collins, P. Zeeb, J. Oman, M. Pierson, J. Niggli, W. Snook, B. Lonsbury, F. Kime, D. Roberts. Second Row—W. Cromer, C. Wygant, D. Davis, B. Andrews, R. Brubaker, D. Large, E. Barnell, D. Ringler, J. Wilson, R. Robbins, C. Mieras. Third Row—A. Metsgar, j. Tibbott, L. Eberhard, J. Frohreip, D. Finch, D. Kuenzel, C. Harter, F. Ailes, C. Warner, P. Fox. Fourth Row—W. McPherson, H. King, L. Blanchard, J. Sutton, T. Jackson, J. Holtz, R. Plvde, J. Long, J. Bogart, D. Sutton, L. McBride, B. Jones, J. Marbaugh, W. Persing. Fifth Row—J. Sturgis, G. Zickafoose, B. Ashbrook, F. Gilhams, J. Linder, B. Holtz, A. Gibson, N. Large, K. Boughton, B. Barnes, L. Hageman. Sixth Row—T. Hart, R. Strang, B. Sturgis, M. Post, C. Wolfe, B. Krock, R. Wenzel, D. Sidener, T. Slack, R. F.ame. 1 • - ,%i - HL jdft r wm mp 1 Bl wlZMA. gjpt iff IH mm ■ Va - .X $ ■ ... •+ HP life gt-i Mf j| w L MU i n JW ■ HF M - ' w - ¥4 IK’ Mk | % “A Jolly Comedy’’ SEVENTH GRADE CLASS OFFICERS Left to right—E. Wisler, J. Kirsch, S. Seger, D. Prentice, D. Miller. We all look up to the Senior class, as they are about to graduate when the end of the school term comes, but no less i mportant are the seventh graders. Those bewildered little boys and girls who just five years from now will make up the class of 1951. This seventh grade class entered S. H. S. with an enrollment of 115. High School was very different for them, but without a doubt they feel much wiser now in the ways of high school than they did a year ago, now that the year has drawn to a close. This class as yet has set no records, or given us much of a chance for predictions, but it is interesting to watch any class grow and this one is no exception. ! | f | M m � J ■Kg - tM ip - V D M U tm ' ■ B ■IIP ' M ir- M ■ - W i i B j flr - r Sjn j iv Sir jcm 1 ® SEVENTH GRADE GIRLS Row 1—S. Freeland, S. Seger, J. Benham, N. Morrisson, K. Reed, J. King, A. Murray, C. Shuey, B. Swalley, L. Mowry. Row 2—B. Reed, M. Wise, D. Willoughby, J. Berg, D. Root, A. Fetters, S. Linkhauer, T. Mullet, R. Schrader, L. Stump. Row 3—B. Wickizer, V. Wickizer, E. Perkins, J. Kirsch, D. Prentice, J. Tooley, J. Bivens, B. Quirin, F. Harker, G. Cummins, J. Baker. Row 4 —B. Johnson, E. Teall, M. J. Kelly, P. Ware, J. Krontz, P. Hanaway, J. Reed, V. Dauber, S. Kunce, B. Perrin, A. Bupp. Row 5—D. DuVall, A. Johnson, M. Carter, P. Borgert, P. Unterkircher, S. Holtz, B. Poorman, R. Pierson, M. Button, B. Lovelace. SEVENTH GRADE BOYS Row 1—J. Pierson, C. Monroe, R. Baldwin, J. Davis, D. McCarthy, J. Bertva, C. Lytle, J. Blasius, J. Barnell, J. Andrews. r ovv 2 —J. Quirin, R. Persing, G. Brown, W. Eaton, E. Schrader, W. Krontz, L. Franks, R. Mayer, M. Melchi, N. Holton, J. Miller. Row 3—J. Embler, D. Urick, J. Bargo, E. Knapp, S. Good, H. Ritter, D. Gosling, G. Hart, E. Seafert, R. Frays. Row 4 —B. Rosine, A. Hambright, C. Coohon, P. Sorge, T. Walters, M. Scheetz, E. Wisler, D. Miller, F. Summey, R. Stevens, G. Foote, K. Krontz. Row 5—D. McBride, L. Kline, K. Wegner, J. Keeslar, P. Lanning, L. Randall, M. Nelson, D. Borgert, R. Klesert, D. Lewis, G. Nusbaum. Left to Right from the front. 1 P: J • Hk 1 J - rfi 9 - HI - y- k- ■ip. • i k ' | |B® ■ .. Br S ‘ ■ L ■■■ fll $ V f Mm P||§L ■ ' jJR MR.D ui!zHOP Kcncus Si Room “Off Stage ” 42 “Li brarians” LIBRARY CLUB First Row—P. Unterkircher, L. Stump, P. Ware, E. McLauchlin, J. Lawler, E. Oppenhamer, P. Wallick, B. Finney. Second Row—B. Abbs, H. Sanderson, V. Ward, P. Easterday, B. Spearrow, D. Sigrist, S. Lance, D. Bohyer, B. Watlke, M. Gasper. Third Row—C. Mead, G. Wetters, J. Crago, J. Moon, L. Danneberg, L. Doolittle, B. Huston, I. Shoemaker, R. Saunders, D. Watson. The Library Club was organized by Miss Watson in 1944 as a service to the school. The interest in this club has grown, and now it has a membership of over forty students. Meetings come to order promptly at 12 o’clock every other Thursday noon, at which time all the newest library techniques are discussed and new books are reviewed and criticized. The privileges of the members, which makes the membership desirable, are not many, which is proof that the students who join this club are there because of their love of books and of acquiring a taste for good reading matter. However, by working one hour each day during the school year a student receives one-half a credit toward graduation. In what more pleasant way could one-half a credit be earned ? In addition to this, the members have the privilege of checking out as many books at a time as they wish, nor do they have to pay fines on books overdue. The aim of this club is a worthy one, and it does satisfy the love for and association with books which many students crave and which many homes cannot supply. The club’s activities are not all literary; it has its social side too, and the Christmas and Valentine parties which it held were immensely enjoyed by all who participated. The club’s officers are: Dorothy Bohyer, President; Pat Ware, Vice-President; Carolyn Mead, Secretary; and Gloria Wetters, Social Chair¬ man. 43 “Future Farmers F. F. A. First Row—M. Ilarker, P. Fennell, C. Falkenstein, G. Boughton, F. Baldwin, R. Lahrke, R. Kime, E. Shimp. Second Row—R. King, E. Melchi, W. Maxwell, V. Wygant, J. Grim, R. Fennell, E. Wagner, Mr. Christensen. Third Row—A. Bogen, R. Selser, R. Parker, R. Holton. The Sturgis Chapter of the Future Farmers of America has been a busy organization during the past year. During the summer of 1945 some of the activities carried out by the members, in addition to talcing care of their cows, pigs, sheep, corn, garden, etc., were softball games, swimming, and F. F. A. OFFICERS First Row—J. Grim, Sentinel; W. Maxwell, Re¬ porter, R. King, Vice-President Second Row—E. Wagner, President; V. Wygant, Treasurer; R. Fennell, Secretary weiner roasts. The members also tested the milk from their herds during the summer. In September the chapter was rated in the “top five’’ Best Chapter Contest in the state. Some of the boys showed livestock and crop harvests at the St. Joseph County Fair and later in October, five of the boys took twelve porkers to the F. F. A. BASKETBALL First Row—R. Holten, A. Fennell, E. Wagn: R. King, E. Melchi, H. Hahn. Second Row—V. Happle, R. Fennell, W. Maxwell, G. Shimp, B. West, R. Kime. 44 On Location ” ‘Bringing in the sheaves” “Meeting will come to order!’ “Tastes real good” Fat Stock Show in Detroit; they returned with premiums amounting to one-hundred thirty dollars. On October 31 the chapter served as co-spon¬ sors with the F. H. A. in putting on the all high Halloween party in the gym. In November the Freshman “ag” boys were initiated and given the Green Hand Degree. That month the boys also held a game supper with the F. H. A. The girls cooked the game, and after it was over the boys treated them to a movie. 1 he F. F. A. basketball team was organized again this year and games were played with the F. F. A. teams from Marshall, Cold water, Hillsdale, “Thanks, Ed” Union City, Centerville, and Burr Oak. The boys who were given the outstanding farm practice programs were: Jack Grim, best swine project; Ed Wagner, best all-around program and State Farmer Degree; best freshman project award, H arold Hahn and Norman Perrin; best project and also the Swifts Essay Contest, Bob Fennell. The chapter was also awarded a $28 prize for their food production. They have done a good job this year and when young men with the spirit of these young men start out, you can bet your bottom dollar they will go far in furthering the work of this splendid organization. “3 farmers, we” +5 “All Star Home Makers I up 1 (1] W : || ,yi I i _.. a Iv A a Kg , fl§ K « J r Jr p -sJL, f A M in M ft M 1 I ft v •• ’ MMf-i F. H. A. First Row—M. Seafert, S. Linkhauer, S. Gauss, D. Shook, B. Gay. Second Row ' —W. Reed, C. Kirsch, P. Krock, Mrs. Nord, M. Lincoln, P. Schipper, M. Stevens. Standing—L. Smith, B. Huston, D. Ritter, M. Sites, A. Ritter, M. Seafert, C. Mead, S. Benham, C. Holsinger, E. McLauchlin, J. Patterson, G. Conrad, M. Loomis, A. Bothamly, W. Hearld, A. Miller, P. Kelley, D. Dauber, H. Holtz, P. Rickett. The F. H. A., consisting of forty-nine members with Mrs. Franklin Nord as advisor, selected the following officers for its first year: Marilyn Lin¬ coln, President; Lorna Stevens, Vice-President; and Phyllis Clemmens and Phyllis Krock, Secretary and Treasurer, respectively. This is the first year this nation wide organiza¬ tion has been in existence. The school is duly proud that it sponsored one of the first chapters. The purposes of the club are to promote an appreciation of homemaking, practice democracy in home life, work toward a happy home life for all, promote international good will, develop qualities of leadership, provide for wholesome recreation, and further interest in home economics. The motto is “Toward New Horizons”, the flower is the red rose, and the colors are red and white. Fhe local chapter has been very active this year, serving several faculty teas and acting as capable and willing waitresses for any school func¬ tion that requested their assistance. In Action ” “Help yourselves” Last fall, with the assistance of the F. F. A., they staged the annual all-school Halloween Party. The gym was appropriately decorated with corn shocks and the like, and entertainment was provided for all. There is a summer F. H. A. camp, and the “Dishwashing vs. Baking” 47 One lunch, coming up:” members soon hope to get enough points to be able to join the state F. H. A. so that they will be eligible to attend. 1 hese girls should go far in their new organiza¬ tion with the fine start they have made this year, and more and better things in the field of home economics may be expected because of them. “Grace, Agility, G. A. A. First Row—M. Barnes, M. Goodwin, M. Mitchell, L. Blood, T. Ostrander, I. Pappa s , C. Wiskr, P. Purdy, J. Lawler. , Second Row—L. Webster, B. Blodgett, P. Heitger, P. Spaulding, B. Spearow, J. Bartold, M. Loomis, S. Weaver, G. Funk, J. Howk, E. Tompkins, R. Stapleton. Third Row—M. Wenzel, C. Mead, P. Snow, N. Burdno, P. Coombs, A. Maxwell, H. Lytle, M. Stutz, C. Danneberg, J. Houck, J. Ziglear, J. Holtz, J. Long, J. Mingus. Fourth Row—P. McLauchlin, P. Loetz, J. Hepner, P. Smith, M. McCord, K. Seger, P. Schipper, S. Benham, M. Long, J. Sandberg, J. Henderson, K. Shay. _ Fifth Row—P. Large, D. Ostrander, J. Reed, J. Kemble, P. Hansen, P. Krock, C. Kirsch, J. 1 ober, B. Jordan, P. Krueger, N. Kline, P. blunter. First Row—W Reed, G. Wetters, E. Kinsey, J. Crago, B. Trim, B. Waltke, P. Stratton, P. Blossom. Second Row—J. Patter s on, J. McCaffery, M. Stevens, M. Bassett, J. Kasdorf, D. Lewis, D. Keeslar, R. Rerick, D. Benedict, G. Griffis, L. Baylor. Third Row—S. Dickerson, J. Avery, W. West, M. L. Funk, B. Whipple, G. McCarthy, A. King, L. Ziglear, W. Teadt. . . Fourth Row—D. Woods, IT Emerson, E. Snook, P. Mast. E. McLaughlin, B. Lanning, M. Plucin- ski, D. Harold, M. Gasper, J. Maystead. Fifth Row—A. Young, M. Sybesma, B. Werkhaven, M. D. Huntley, A. Miller, N. Kanouse, Wood, W. Teadt, B. Pannell, D. Ritter, L. Smith. and Ambition ” Let ’er go, Barb!” ‘Bedl: “One strike, coming up.” The G. A. A., under the sponsorship of Francis Aungst, has had a fine year again. As soon as school started, the girls prepared for the initiation of new members. They proceeded to pile up necessary points by howling and then participating in other intramural sports. For those who did not bowl, as well as those who did, the Wednesday night basketball was a very welcome way to gather points, as well as whistles from the boys in the balcony. The G A. A. Penny Carnival went off well this year, and many new concessions helped to draw a record crowd. There was a cake sale at which Mr. Smith acted as a willing and capable auctioneer, and several artists did a fine job of portrait work for those who were bold enough to look at their likeness. The highlight of the Carnival was the corona¬ tion of the Queen and her court. The president, Jean Sandberg, was crowned Queen, and her court were the other officers: Jean Tober, vice-president; Ellen Tompkins, secretary; Kay Seger, treasurer; Phyllis Loetz, Phyllis Krock, and Pat Hunter, the point recorders; Jean Mingus, Social Chairman; and sports managers, Lois Webster and Marilyn Wenzel. The “Sweetheart Swing” was the outstanding social event of the G. A. A. year. The girls asked the boys for the dates and footed all the bills. Bobbie Herman’s orchestra from Kalamazoo furnished the fine music, and those who packed the Masonic Temple can vouch also for the refreshments of cookies and fruit punch which really hit the spot after several dances Officers were elected and awards made at the annual banquet which rounded out a successful year. 49 “Award Winners” VARSITY CLUB First Row—T. Linder, P. McKean, J. Benedict, A. Miller, J. Hines, B. Parker, V. Wygant, B. Pinney, M. Wright. Second Row—R. C. Smith, R. Borgert, H. Morrisson, C. Bell, V. Repke, W. Berger, H. Magnus, L. Hopkins, D. Bunnell, C. Notestine. Probably one of the most exclusive clubs in our school is the Varsity Club, which is under the guidance of Mr. Smith. The club was formed this year for the members of the Sturgis teams who have won varsity letters in the various sports. ou first heard of the club when they sponsored the post-football game dances in the gym. They proved to be very adept at providing a good time for all of us who liked to dance after y elling and munching hot-dogs at the game. After football season they took in the thirteen fellows who received their first varsity letter. The much dreaded initiation turned out to be a very fine turkey banquet in the Home Ec Room with the members of the F. H. A. doing the serving to the hungry members and candidates. Something new was added at our basketball games this year for the club members ushered at the games and helped many a bewildered person to find an empty seat. Your parents probably appreciated this more than you did for often before they were not able to find seats from which to watch the game. This ushering skill was used to a fine advantage at the operetta where they helped each person to find his proper reserved seat. When tournament time rolled around, they printed programs which were distributed to the fans. The money from the advertising was used to buy those good-looking jackets and the fine pins that they now wear. The aim of the Varsity Club is to promote an interest in high school athletics and to help the school sponsor athletic events. You can expect big things from this group in the future, for next year they expect to broaden their fields of service. 50 “Publicity Department” TROJAN STAFF Seated—W. Berger, J. Hepner, K. Shay, C. Freeman, Mrs. R. O. Pugh, J. Doolittle, J. Henderson, G. Funk, J. Hines. Standing—K. Seger, D. Woods, E. Frohriep, S. Weaver, W. Mick, B. Everhart, P. Schipper, G. Denniston. Continuing the good work of recent years, the 1 rojan staff has tried to cover all S. H. S. happen¬ ings of interest promptly and accurately. Eight monthly issues of the Trojan were published this year, under the helpful guidance of faculty adviser, M rs. R. O. Pugh. Servicemen received copies of the Trojan again this year; however, with the cessation of hostilities and the consequential flow of returning veterans, the number of copies sent was greatly reduced. The articles published in the Trojan this year were many and varied, including themes and editorials by students of Journalism as well as interesting themes of underclassmen. Many inter¬ esting letters were received from servicemen who received copies of the Trojan; as many of these were published as space permitted. An added honor resulting from the good journalistic work done by the staff this year was the recognition of fifteen new candidates for Quill and Scroll. The staff feels that they have had a good year. i 51 “Program Editors” STURGENSIAN STAFF Left to right—B. Everhart, assistant art editor; G. Funk, Calendar; S. Weaver, typist; K. Shav, assistant editor; K. Freeland, art editor; J. Hines, sports editor; J. Doolittle, literary editor; J. Henderson, business manager; B. Benedict, assistant sports editor; W. Mick, photography editor; A. Miller, assistant literary editor. At table—C. Freeman, editor; Miss Hagen, faculty advisor. Absent—J. Sandberg, jokes editor. Vieing with every other Senior class for top honors in producing a good annual, the Sturgensian staff has worked long and hard to put out a better book than ever 1 efore. It wasn’t as bad as it sounds, for a great deal of fun was sandwiched in with the work, and the ever-helpful attitude of both annual sponsors, Mrs. Brown and Miss Hagen, was greatly appreciated by the entire staff. STURGENSIAN SALES STAFF Seated—M. Stutz, K. Seger, D. Woods, J. Henderson, L. Blood. Standing—M. McCord, J. Hepner, E. Schuler, P. Schipper, R. Wells, P. McKean, E. Frohriep, T. Linder. Absent: J. Sandberg. 52 “Sound Effects” DEBATE Seated—C. Freeman, R. C. Smith (Coach), S. Weaver. Standing—W. Mick, R. Gable, V. Andrews, B. Benedict, J. Benedict, R. Sigrist. After reorganizing on a T-V basis again, the debaters journeyed to Marshall for the first round in the district tournaments. Here two negative teams won two, drew a bye, and lost one to average .750, while the affirmative team dropped two close matches to bring the school an average of 500 even. At Albion a month later, both the affirmative and negative teams split again making a .500 average. This placed Sturgis in a three way tie for second place in the conference, with Marshall taking the lead. Debating is the art of being able to think on one’s feet, and any way you look at it a debater wins, for he gains needed ability in this field which will take him far in years to come. Speakers for the affirmative were: Ben Bene¬ dict, Jim Benedict, Shirley Weaver and Vern An¬ drews. Speakers for the negative were: Bob Gable, Caryl Freeman, Wyatt Mick, Ben Benedict, and Ralph Sigrist. The season’s record was: Won Lost Negative vs. Albion_1 1 Negative vs. Coldwater_1 0 Negative vs. Marshall_0 1 Negative vs. Lakeview_1 0 Negative vs Bye_1 — Affirmative vs. Coldwater_1 1 Affirmative vs Marshall_0 1 Affirmative vs. Lakeview-0 1 53 “The Prompters STUDENT COUNCIL Seated—B. Holtz, P. McKean, J. Kemble, M. Nelson, E. Wisler. Standing—D. Mowry, J. Holt, J. Reid, T. Walters, K. Zable, J. Frohriep. 1 he student council is made up of two repre¬ sentatives from each class from the seventh through the twelfth grade. The members are elected for a two year term except for one, one year term holder in the seventh grade. I he council is responsible for hiring performers for assemblies, conducting pep meetings, and other school activities. 1 he assemblies this year were many and varied In October Bohumir Kyrl’s All-Girl Band was presented. At Christmas time an interesting and effective Christmas assembly was presented by the Journalism class. An assembly in which many types of snakes were shown proved to be very educational. Other intriguing programs were the popular “Kilt¬ ies”, back for a return engagement, and a safety program put on by the New York Central Rail¬ road. Mr. Jeambey with his sticks, Mr. Dervillo Semerau with his Concertina Grand, and Mr. Mor¬ ris with his Radio Range Demonstration were out¬ standing programs which were thoroughly enjoyed. Although these entertainments are sponsored by the Student Council they could not be put on without sufficient funds. These funds are the money that is paid in student union dues. Remember this next year, for the more members in the student union, the more assemblies that can be presented. The officers are: President, Phil McKean; Vice-President, Maynard Nelson; and Jean Kemble, secretary All finances are handled through the school office; hence there is no treasurer. 5 + “Special Promotion” COMMERCIAL CLUB First Row—C. Mead, B. Blodgett, A. Bothamley, M. Yunker, P. Hansen, J. Tober. Second Ro --B. Spearrow, B. Teadt, H. Emerson, P. Coombs, B. Jordan, J. Mingus. Third Row—W. Berger, V. Repke, N. Englarth, M. Lincoln, P. Purely, F. Derr. Fourth Row—B. Benedict, A. Miller, D. Bohyer, Fifth Row—R. Sigrist, R. Meyers, J. Bogart. Standing—Miss Rector. After a lapse of five years the Commercial Club was organized this year in response to popular de¬ mand The group sponsored by Miss Rector and Mr. DeHaven, proceeded to elect Jean Sandberg, Presi¬ dent; Ralph Sigrist, Vice-President; and Bertie Lou Jordan, as Secretary-Treasurer. That out of the way, they settled down to a busy year. Meetings were held once a month on Tuesday night. Two high-lights of the year were the appearance L. Blood. of Mr. Arthur Balfour, President of Argubright Business College, and the fascinating machine dem¬ onstration put on by the office staff of the Kirsch Company. Bigger and better things are yet to come. Plans are being laid now for contests to be held next winter which will determine the city’s champion typist and short-hand writer. No school club functions to any better purpose than this one and much credit is due its sponsors for its revival. “Writers ” QUILL AND SCROLL Seated—J. Henderson, J. Hines, G. Funk, Mrs. R. O. Pugh (Sponsor), S. Weaver, K. Shay, C. Freeman, W. Berger, A. Miller. Standing—K. Freeland, B. Benedict, K. Seger, W. Mick, J. Doolittle, G. Denniston. “Quill and Scroll” is an International Honor¬ ary Society for High School journalists. It was founded in 1926 by a group of high school advisers for the purpose of encouraging and rewarding individual achievement in journalism and its allied fields. A course in high school journalism is no mere educational “fad or frill”, but a highly fascinating intellectual adventure, a challenge to the mind, and a discipline to the hand. Journalism is far reaching in its aims. Its fol¬ lowers carry obligations to society. It stands for Truth, Loyalty, Enlightenment, Opportunity, Ini¬ tiative, Leadersh.p, and Friendship Through the interchange of ideals in our stu¬ dent publication, we can strengthen inter-racial feeling and help to advance international under¬ standing and international peace. Membership to this honorary journalistic society is not without its tangible qualities, for to be made a member, each student must pass four tests: he must be scholastically in the upper third of his high school class; he must have done distinctive work in some phase of high school journalism; me must be recommended by an advisor of journalistic work in his high school ; and he must be approved by the society’s executive officer. This is a society which has the support of America’s outstanding journalists and educators, and it is indeed an honor to be a member. On March 24, initiation, followed by a tea, was held in the Presbyterian Church. Mrs. R. O. Pugh, and Supt. Paul M. Winger were in charge. This year’s officers were Gloria Funk, President; Kathleen Shay, Secretary; and Shirley Weaver, Treasurer. 56 “Players ” DRAMATIC CLUB First Row—P. Krock, G. Bartold, J. Lawler, L. Ziglear, J. Tober, J. Maystead, B. Wright, M. Funk, S. Weaver. Second Row—C. Freeman, B. Jourdan, P. Mast, N. Loetz, C. Kirsch, C. Danneberg, G. Wetters, J. Avery. Third Row—T. Stevenson, J. Benedict, J. Doolittle, W. Mick, T. Melchi, P. Loetz, A. Miller. Miss Partridge. Under the guidance of Miss Ann Partridge, a group of students bonded together this year to form the nucleus of the Drama Club. As the school year progressed, this organization grew into the active group it is today. The purpose of the Drama Club is to foster an interest in all phases of dramatics—production, acting, writing, and backstage works. To give the members of the Drama Club the opoprtunity for learning these phases of dramatics, Wyatt Mick, Shirley Weaver, and Phyllis Loetz have been producing plays to be presented for wom¬ en’s organizations and the like. Officers of the club are Wyatt Mick, Presi¬ dent; Jean Tober, Vice President; Terry Melchi, Secretary; Connie Danneberg, Corresponding Sec¬ retary; and Mary Dana Huntley, Treasurer. “Research Department’’ SCIENCE CLUB First Row—K. Freeland, K. Shay, B. Everhart, R. Dresser, D. Mowry, V. Andrew ' s, J. Benedict, M. A. Stutz, S. Weaver, J. Lambourne. Second Row-—Mr. Dewitt, K. Seger, B. Freeman, P. Krueger, D. Tennent, H. Dewitt, D. Tennent, W. Mick, L. Collins, A. Miller, R. Oman, R. Rerick, J. Hines, S. Castle, E. McLauchlin. Under the able leadership of Mr. Jacob De¬ witt, Sturgis High School organized another club this year—the Science Club. Many activities were enjoyed by all members of this organization, but a new group, to become a success, must have a good set of officers, so early in the year the club chose Kent Freeland, President; Jim Benedict, Vice President; Marialyce Stutz, Secretary and Treasur¬ er. Meetings were held each Tuesday evening, and after a short business session, the members separated into smaller groups to investigate the various phases of science. Some worked with photography; others tampered with a law of physics; and a third group might have tried an “exciting” chemical experiment, but all are busy and learning. The members brand¬ ed themselves “SOS”—Student of Science. I he club has not had any social functions; rather it is a group interested mainly in learning about, and experimenting with, science. 58 “ J-Hop The J-Hop of the class of ’46 was a gala affair held in the Sturgis High School Gym the evening of May 19, 1945. Beautiful girls in formals and young men dressed in their very best, all dancing in the atmosphere of a star-lit garden created a scene of genuine enchantment. Chaperones were played by the faculty and their wives, and the committee chairmen were as follows: Clean-up—Donald Bunnell. Decoration—Nancy Burdno. Invitation—Kay Seger. Orchestra—Gloria Funk. Programs—Pat Schipper. Publicity—Mary McCord. Refreshments—Maynard Nelson. Tickets—Lawrence Collins. 59 “Junior Play ” JUNIOR PLAY Standing—P. Lint, T. Stevenson, J. Patterson, B. Fennell, J. Kemble, J. Mingus, J. Benedict. Sitting—L. Webster, P. Loetz, D. Cromer, P. Lawniczak. “Mas New Husband,” the th ree-act play presented by the class of ’47 on November 16 proved to be a big hit, as everyone had expected. Written by Leland Price and directed by Miss Anne Part¬ ridge, it was sure to be a success, for Price is noted for his interesting and captivating amateur plays, while Miss Partridge is a very capable and talented director. The clever plot revolved around the futile efforts of Lucy and Marian, Mrs. Lottie Dinsmore’s two young, sophisticated daughters, to dissuade their mother from remarrying. The sisters’ fear that Hercules Hawser, mother’s new beau, would be a dominating step-father, had no basis as they soon discovered. With the help of several outsiders, the daughters of Mrs Dinsmore soon complicate matters intensely, much to everyone’s amusement. Eventual¬ ly, however, everything is straightened out all for the good. I he cast that did such a superb job, is as follows: Mrs. Lottie Dinsmore_Phyllis Loetz Hercules Hawser..-Dudley Cromer Lucy Dinsmore-Lois Webster Marian Dinsmore-Phyllis Lawniczak Senor Alvarez-Tom Stevenson Ned Walker-Phil Lint Ehvood Thornton_Jim Benedict Simplicity-Jean Mingus Margarita--Jane Patterson Isabella-Jean Kemble 60 “Senior Play” SENIOR PLAY CAST Seated—C. Freeman, J. Henderson, G. Funk, M. Loomis, P. Schipper, J. Sandberg. Standing—Mr. Nadeau, J. Hines, W. Mick, A. Maxwell, A. Miller, J. Doolittle, P. McKean. The Senior play this year, “Little Geraldine”, deals with the problem which troubles several hund¬ red thousand young people each year. For a Senior, the big question at the end of every school year is whether or not to go to college. This play gives us a preview of what to expect in the average American college. “Little Geraldine” is psychological study of the metamorphosis of a sheltered “mama’s girl” into an ultra-sophisticated college type. The play has the collegiate atmosphere and also has a behind-the-scene conspiracy of rival students to win a football game. The play was written by Boyce Loving, and since the first performance it has been universally acclaimed as an accurate picture of American college life, its faults, and its advantage. The play was under the direction of Mr. Raymond Nadeau. The cast of characters is as follows: Mrs. Lanning, house mot her_Caryl Freeman Lissa, a Sophomore_Gloria Funk Tilly, a Junior-Jo Henderson Jiggs, a Senior and house president__Jean Sandberg Nip, college wit_Wyatt Mick Tuck Ditto_Alfred Miller Marv, a Senior_James Doolittle Bus, a Senior and football star_John Hines Mrs. Montgomery, Geraldine’s mother-Pat Schipper Geraldine, naive Freshman_Mary Jane Loomis Totsy, vamp from rival college_Audrey Maxwell Mel, her escort_Phil McKean j! i “Vocal” CHORUS First Row—J. Henderson, D. Woods, J. Nickell, W. Reed, B. Wright, G. Bartold, D. Bohyer, I. Pappas, B. Borgert, D. Benedict, M. Stevens, S. Weaver, K. Shay. Second Row—M. Bell, C. Carver, I. Shoemaker, J. Kemble, G. Griffis, J. Crago, G. Wetters, G. Funk, B. Kelly, B. Spearrow, D. Dauber, M. A. Woods. Third Row—I. Fetch, K. Seger, R. Stapleton, M. Long, J. Sandberg, S. Benham, P. Schipper, N. L. Loetz, P. McLaughlin, C. Holsinger. Fourth Row—J. Weirich, J. Doolittle, A. Miller, E. Frohreip, E. Shoemaker, R. Fennell, J. Hines, J. Benedict, T. Stevens. 1 he 1945-46 chorus, meeting twice a week on 1 uesday and Thursday under the direction of Mr. Phineas S. Wheat, and later Robert Kuite, accom¬ plished many things this year. The biggest of these accomplishments was “The Red Mill,” for which several choruses had to be learned and repeatedly rehearsed, which work occupied most of the first part of the second semester. The Christmas assembly featured a number by the chorus, under Mr. Wheat’s direction. With the resumption of vocal (as well as band and instrumental) contests, the chorus participated in the state contest in East Lansing on May 12th. No district or national vocal contests were held this year. Tom Stevenson, Jean Kemble, Kathleen Shay and John Hines entered the solo vocal contests this year. The chorus has had a most successful year under both Mr. Wheat and Mr. Kuite’s guidance 62 “Vicissitudes” OPERETTA First Row—T. Melchi, G. Wetters, P. McKean, B. Spearow, W. Mick, S. Benham, J. McCaffery, J. Hines, K. Shay, A. Miller, J. Benedict, T. Henderson, T. Stevenson, J. Kemble, J. Weirich, K. Seger, J. Doolittle, J. Sandberg, R. Fennell, S. Weaver, E. Frohriep, R. Stapleton, P. Schipper, M. Long. THE RED MILL One of the most ambitious undertakings ever staged by the music department of the Sturgis schools was the production of Victor Herbert’s “The Red Mill,” an operetta which has endeared itself to two generations of American theater audiences. Under the able direction of Mr. Phineas Wheat the cast of this very colorful and tuneful operetta gave its audiences a most enjoyable two evenings of entertainment. Sturgis High School operettas are always look¬ ed forward to with a great deal of pleasure, and this year we were most gratifyingly rewarded by a superb performance. Upon the mere frame-work of a plot hung such tuneful hits as “In Old New York”, “Because You’re You”, “In the Isle of Our Dreams”, “Go While the Going is Good”, and “Good-a-bye John”. 1 he cast of this splendid production is as follows: Willem, Keeper of Inn_James Doolittle Franz, Sheriff_Robert Fennell Tina, Willem’s Daughter_Josephine Henderson The Burgomaster of Katwyk-Ann-Zee__Al Miller Kid Conner-Tom Stevenson Con Kidder-James Benedict Two Americans “Doing” Europe Juliana, Burgomaster’s Sister_Kathleen Shay Gretchen, Burgomaster’s Daughter_Jean Kemble Capt. Hendrik VanDam_John Weirich Countess De La Eere_Kay Seger Pennyfeather_Earl Frohriep The Governor_John Hines 63 “ Musicians” BAND First Row—L. Whipple, K. Shay, H. Lytle, D. Blackney, L. Blood, J. Loomis, J. Howk, J. Sandberg, P. Loetz. Second Row—L. Webster, D. Ostrander, J. Large, P. Hunter, J. Maystead, D. Bowen, D. Keeslar, C. Wisler, M. Chupp. Third Row—V. Murray, B. Pannell, T. Brouse, J. Avery, D. Lewis, B. Whipple, P. Stratton, M. Funk. Fourth Row—M. Goodwin, G. Funk, T. Stevenson, R. Wells, P. Jordan, E. Randall, M. Lutz, R. Dresser, J. Lambourne. First Row—W. Eberhard, J. Doolittle, J. Reeg, C. Ailes, T. Ostrander, T. Melchi, G. Denniston, J. Henderson, P. Lint. Second Row ' —H. Melchi, M. Lukomski, J. Reid, H. Emerson, P. Blossom, R. Rerick, L. Collins, E. Hilgendorf, L. Hopkins, H. Wenzel. Third Row—R. Parker, M. Jellison, T. Linder, B. Persing, R. Borgert, V. Repke, A. Freeland, J. Finnerman, W. Stetson. Fourth Row—D. Kirby, D. Picker, A. Lancaster, H. Moore. “ Musicians ” JUNIOR BAND First Row—A. Van Poppel, R. Kauffman, J. Stutz, L. Shook, J. Benham, N. Niles, B. Reed, E. Wisler. Second Row—J. Blasius, E. Perkins, B. Quirin, L. Stump, J. Kemble, F. Ailes, H. King, S. Good, D. McBride, B. Collins, D. Large, P. Fox, L. Eberhard, ID. Finch. Third Row—B. Kleesert, S] Merchant, D. Lewis, L. Randall, J. Niggli, J. Frohriep. Fourth Row—R. Frame, T. Walters. With the resumption of solo and ensemble contests, the S. H. S. music makers could begin to strut their stuff more fully this year. The war had temporarily discontinued (since 1941) these annual contests. On March 22 and 23. the band traveled 1 1 Kalamazoo to participate in the District Band and Solo Festival. Results were gratifying for the band garnered a first division in both playing and sight reading. Also three of the four soloists, Phyllis Loetz, George Denniston, and James Doolittle, en¬ tering the meet received “firsts”. The State festival was held April 12-13. National Band and Solo fes¬ tivals will be resumed next year. With Mr. Wheat’s ill ness, Sturgis had a new baton man, Mr. Robert Kuite, who completed a successful band year with the annual spring band bust. Though the school sometimes takes the band for granted, it is proud of this organization which helps to make so many other school activities a success. “Stage Sets” The a- ' t department has done exceptionally well this year, especially in the field of service to the school. Probably the most outstanding example of this is the mural in the hall of the map of Mich¬ igan and the national capitol. These were done in oil by the advanced students and required consider¬ able skill. Art this year in the lower grades consisted of handicraft and other skills which were never taught before to so many. Much credit is to be given to Miss Susan for her fine job. 1 he advanced students followed a varied course this year which included some individual oil paintings, carvings, craftwork, and modeling. 1 he purposes of the art courses, contrary to common belief, are to give students a better appre¬ ciation of art and what it stands for and to see it as a mode of expression of their moods. They are taught that anyone can draw, and that it is a very desirable pleasantry which can be done in a way so that others can enjoy it as much as the artist. 66 “Stage Hands ” “What’s it going to he?” “Lining her up.” The boys in our manual arts courses turned out some fine projects this year including gun cab¬ inets and end tables in the wood shop and meat pounders in the machine shop. There are several courses offered, but probably the most varied and interesting is the first year general shop. In this class were taught the art of making sheet metal objects, basic woodworking, blue-print reading, and practical electricity. These skills help tremendously when some job needs to be done for the school such as play scenery and the like. Our school shops are well equipped at present but next year they expect to have more and better tools for the ever-increasing number of boys who wish to learn how to use their hands to the best advantage. The main purpose of the shops is to prepare the men of the future in jobs that they will do and to help them to select that job. “Machinists at work” “Shaping masterpieces” 67 I I I if ti Iri ' m £ i P “Half a dozen good Scouts” H. McLauchlin, W. Krick, H. Fisk, f. Brubaker, C. Hobel, C. Wetzel “Now let me show you what this has to do with the price of peanuts.” English can be fun” “Guests of honor” “How do you do?” I “On Stage” i I ? I 1 ' rngm tf v ' ii i Ilj8j m w 3 m 70 “Producers ” ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT Standing—Garrett Veld, Frances Aungst, Wallace Maner. Seated—Robert Finlay, Robert Miller. Sturgis High School may rightly be proud of her athletic department, and its directors, who seldom fail to bring popular acclaim to local teams. Robert Miller, head of the department, has been with Sturgis High for a period of 15 years, coaching our baseball and basketball teams to several championships. Probably the highlight of his coaching career in Sturgis, thus far, came last year when his basketball team walked away with the state Class B championship title. Mr. Miller is busy the year around, for in the summer he directs intra-city softball tournaments. Robert Finlay came to Sturgis in 1943, handling reserve football that year. In the ensuing years he began coaching the wrestling teams during the winter months, and when Coach Dale Faunce left for East Lansing, Mr. Finlay replaced him as head football coach. Wallace Maner plays a substantial role in the department in taking over the coaching of reserve football and baseball teams when he came to Sturgis in 1943, and has turned out alert future champs ever since. Mo reover, he sees to it that everyone hears about the feats of Sturgis’ teams, for he is publicity man for the athletic department. Garrett Veld is Sturgis’ boys’ ahletic director. Arriving in 1944, he took over boys’ physical fitness classes, intramurals, reserve football, and reserve basketball. Frances Aungst, the girls’ physical education director, came to us directly from college last fall and has been doing a remarkable job of carrying girls’ physical education and its correlated activities to the present high level. 71 “Diamond VARSITY BASEBALL Back Row—W. Mowry (3B), W. Kasdorf (P), M. Godden (CF), H. Morrisson (C), T. Hines (P), G. Denniston (P). First Row—L. Strang (2B), D. Atwater (3B), R. Borgert (C), C. Ammerman (IB), W. Berger (P), T. Toher (SS), B. Kline (LF), D. Griffis (CF), B. Brown (LF). Center Front—Coach R. Miller. Finishing the 1945 season by capturing their fifth consecutive T. V. Conference honors and their ninth title in eleven years, Coach Miller’s batting champs tucked away their gloves and bats for another year happy that they had again upheld S. H. S. baseball reputation. On the mound for our champs was Wayne Berger and behind the plate was Roger Borgert, both of whom looked forward to another year of V arsity Baseball. Equally important and deserving of recognition were the infielders and outfielders who were in it all the way and contributed no small amount to the success of the season Heading the league and local batting averages was Borgert’s .407 followed very closelv by Tober’s .370. Ciood coaching and much hard work rendered the following standings: Sturgis 8 Lakeview 2 Sturgis _ _ 1 Kalamazoo Central 2 Sturgis _S Marshall 4 Sturgis _10 Albion ? Sturgis 12 Coldwater . _ 4 Sturgis _10 Hillsdale . 3 Sturgis _18 East Lansing 3 Sturgis ? State High. __ 3 Final Twin Valley Standings W. L. Pet. Sturgis _ _6 0 1 .000 Lakeview _4 1 .800 East Lansing . _3 2 .600 Coldwater _3 3 .500 Marshall 2 2 .500 Albion _1 5 .167 Hillsdale - _ 0 6 .000 Demons” RESERVE BASEBALL Back Row—Coach W. Maner, J. Hanselman, B. Eberhart, T. Walters, J. Bogart, V. Repke, E. Hanaway, J. Reid, W. Pannell, L. West. Center Row—T. Linder, L. Slagg, R. Parker, R. Eberhard, C. Notestine, P. Lint, W. Smith, L. Hopkins, R. Zabel, D. Ulrey, W. Stetson. Front Row—R. Spencer, R. King, N. Kraft, R. Lamborne. The Reserve team was composed of about 24 candidates, who worked under the capable coaching of Mr. Wallace Maner. As the season was exceedingly wet, the Trojan Reserves saw less action than usual, but they presented an excellent season’s record of four wins and one loss. Like the Midget and Reserve Football teams, the purpose of Reserve Baseball is to develop future Varsity players with a backing of experience which will enable them to step into first string positions and carry off top honors. In spite of the dampness, the Reserves did play five of their scheduled games, all of which were with Varsity and Reserve squads from near-by towns. In their first engagement the team lost to a scrappy Colon nine, 15-5, but later in the season they retaliated by upsetting Colon 14-0. I he second game of the season was played against the Howe Reserves. The Trojans won by the lopsided score of 13-1. Playing White Pigeon a week later, the S. H. S. Reserve squad gained their third win by a score of 9-3. The last game of the year was with the Howe Reserves again, and having previously beaten them, the team played for keeps to win with a 15-0 score. Pitching for the season was done mostly by Lyle Hopkins, and “Chub” Morrisson and Carl Griffis alternated behind the plate. Many of these boys took Varsity berths in 1946. Many more will acquire them in 1947. Whenever they make the grade, the experience gained in Reserve work will make them valuable players. The record for the season is as follows: Sturgis _5 Colon _15 Sturgis _ _14 Colon _ 0 Sturgis _13 Howe Reserves 1 Sturgis __ _ 9 White Pigeon 3 Sturgis _15 Howe Reserves __ 0 73 “Gridiron Varsity Football Front row—L. Hopkins, L. Asbury, C. Bell, J. Benedict, H. Morrisson, B. Kasdorf, M. Nelson, V. Repke, W. Berger. Second row—Coach Veld, T. Linder, B. Pinney, V. Wygant, R. Borgert, C. Notestine, M. Wright, J. Hines, P. McKean, Coach Finlay. Fop Row—B. Panned, A. Miller, J. O’Connell, D. Bunnell, W. Stetson, L. Slagg, H. Magnus, B. Parker, G. Denniston. Coach Bob Finlay’s football squad this year was probably the biggest powerhouse aggregation Sturgis has known for many seasons. A big, tough, fast line and a well connected backfield almost netted the team an undefeated season. However, our gridders lost 2 of the 8 games played, losing one to a conference foe, which misfortune placed the locals in a secondary position in the Twin Valley Conference. The Finlay-ites started the season with a high pitch of enthusiasm and crushed St. Augustine, 45-0 on the opponents’ field in the first game of the year. A week later they defeated East Lansing 7-0 at home in a heavy downpour. Then, journeying to Lakeview, the team won 41-6 and later beat Hillsdale 33-20 in a well-played game at Spence Field. The highlight of the season was the Sturgis- M arshall game, each team being previously unde¬ feated and expecting victory, but at the end of a hard fought ball game, Marshall remained on top, aided by a freak touchdown play. The score, 6-0. Meeting Albion on Spence Field, we sent her to a 26-0 defeat. All expected to see our traditional enemy, Three Rivers, murdered in the fray here, but the Trojans disintegrated before an onslaught which ended only with the final whistle and a Three Rivers win of 18-14. The season was ended by defeating Coldwater 21-0. Most of the local squad were Seniors and experienced ball handlers: therefore, very little nucleus is left for next year’s team. Clyde Bell and Roger Borgert, Seniors with plenty of what it takes, were elected by their team-mates as honorary co-captains for the season. The season climaxed when Clyde Bell, Wayne Berger, and Roger Borgert were placed on the All- Conference T-V team, with Mort Wright, Bill Kasdorf and Hubert Morrisson receiving honorable mention. Those returning for practice in 1946 as veterans of the Varsity will be Jim Benedict, Lyle Hopkins, Bob Pinney, Herbert Magnus, and Cleon Notestin?. Team Marshall_ Sturgis_ East Lansing Coldwater_ Lakeview_ Albion_ Hillsdale_ Standings : Won Lost Tied _ 6 0 0 _5 1 0 _4 2 0 _2 4 0 _1 3 2 _1 4 1 _0 5 1 Pet. 1.000 .833 .667 .333 .333 .250 .083 74 Greats” RESERVE FOOTBALL Back Row—Coach G. Veld, J. Reid, J. Finnerman, B. Linder, L. Collins, B. Dobberteen, R. Sigrist, E. Shoemaker. Center Row—R. Holiday, J. Jacobs, J. Ford, B. Ulmer, R. Freeman, A. Lancaster, D. Mowry, Manager R. Lamborne. Front Row—L. West, W. Stapleton, J. Bogart, P. Lint, B. Brown, J. Short, T. Walters, W. Renner, B. Persing. Probably no previous reserve football squad has ever had in any one season, so many potential varsity stars from the freshman class. Our boys were defeated three times, but only by White Pigeon, Bronson, and Constantine Varsi¬ ties, each one being an older and more experienced team. With a little ageing and experience, 1945’s reserves will undoubtedly become the Trojan champs of 1947-48. Because last fall’s varsity was mostly Seniors, presumably the 1946 squad will be too green to take all the honors, but if we may predict, Sturgis’ opponents of 1947 and 1948 had better be prepared to be the losers. Y Varsity Football Schedule Reserve Record Sturgis _45 St. Augustine _ 0 Sturgis _0 White Pigeon Sturgis __7 East Lansing 0 Sturgis _6 Bronson Strugis _ 41 Lakeview 6 Sturgis _14 Coldwater Sturgis _33 Hillsdale _20 Sturgis 0 Marshall _ 6 Sturgis _13 1 hree Rivers Sturgis 26 Albion _ 0 Sturgis _20 Coldwater Sturgis _14 Three Rivers _ 18 Sturgis _19 Three Rivers Sturgis 21 Coldwater 0 Sturgis 0 Constantine 19 25 7 6 6 0 26 75 “Mighty Midgets” MIDGET FOOTBALL Second Row—Coach W. Maner, G. Shimp, R. Dresser, R. Deter, D. Tennent, V. Andrews, J. Lamborne, D. Lamborne. First Row—R. Prentice, B. Kuenzel, R. Oman, H. Moore, W. McLaughlin, F. Hanaway, E. Hilgendorf, J. Lint, J. D. Parker. Coach Matter’s Midget Football team may be small in stature, but they certainly have a lot of what it takes to play football, and everyone knows that they are more than deserving of this page in the schools yearbook. They have worked every bit as hard as the Varsity in proportion to height, weight, age, and experience, and many times have shown great promise as tentative future members of the Varsity eleven. This Midget team is a comparatively new addition to the S. H. S. sports section—its purpose being to afford all boys the opportunity of playing ball in order that they may gain experience in the field of football, and develop themselves both mentally and physically. Tackling Howe Lower School twice during the 1945 season, the Midgets ran onto the field each time with high hopes and much enthusiasm. Both games were well played and hard fought. Next year coaches Veld and Finlay will have much material from which to draw for even greater grid squads. The final Midget standings were: Sturgis-6 Howe School_0 Sturgis_0 Howe School_12 76 “Reviews “IT’S GOOD!” “TOUCHDOWN AT LAKEVIEW” “Bucket VARSITY BASKETBALL First Row—B. Pannell, M. Wright, C. Bell, W. Berger, L. Hopkins, P. McKean, T. Linder. Second Row—K. Zabel, C. Notestine, R. Selser, J. Grim, D. Lambourne. Starting the season with a comparatively new quintet Coach Miller built the 1946 team around two returning Varsity players, veterans of the State Championship Title of 1945, Wayne Berger and Clyde Bell. With the coming up of inspiring re¬ serve players it was hoped by all that the Trojans again might have an opportunity of winning State Awards, but competition proved too difficult for an inexperenced team to gain such high honors. Although the team was unable to finish the season by capturing first place in the T. V. Confer¬ ence they were able to hold a tie for fourth place with Marshall, having a percentile of .500 in the Conference, and winning eight of the fifteen games played during the season Then playing in the District Tournaments we revenged our defeats by scoring a win over Three Rivers, 41 to 27 However, the following Saturday night we were defeated by State High, 37 to 28. 4 herefore, our Trojans finished the season not being completely satisfied with their record, but, like true sportsmen, hoping to do better the next season. District Tourney Sturgis-41 Three Rivers_27 Sturgis-28 State High_37 Twin Valley Conference Hillsdale Won _10 Lost 2 Pet. .833 Coldwater _ 9 3 .750 East Lansing _ 7 5 .583 Sturgis _ _ 6 6 .500 Marshall _6 6 .500 Lakeview _4 8 .333 Albion _0 12 .000 Sturgis Season _32 Record Lakeview _ .27 Sturgis _34 Marshall . 40 Sturgis _38 Three Rivers __38 Sturgis 26 Hillsdale .33 Sturgis _32 Albion . 18 Sturgis _35 Coldwater . _47 Sturgis _32 East Lansing . _23 Sturgis 51 Lakeview .44 Sturgis _38 Coldwater .31 Sturgis _36 Marshall 40 Sturgis _37 Three Rivers 35 Sturgis _39 Albion 2S Sturgis _37 Hillsdale 40 Sturgis _32 State High 33 Sturgis _40 East Lansing. 43 78 Boys’’ RESERVE BASKETBALL First Row—D. Mowry, A. Lancaster, B. Ulmer, P. Lint, B. Stapleton, H. Dewitt, T. Walters, R. Deter, R. Spencer. Second Row—R. Prentice, A. Freeland, R. Dresser, J. Bogart, R. Modart, R. Wagner, J. Jacobs, W. McLauchlin. Third Row—Coach Veld, W. Renner, J. Lint, B. Persing, J. Reid, D. Picker, R. Freeman. Not only did the Varsity start off the season with a bang, but close behind were the Trojan Reserves who played with a high pitch of enthusiasm and won game after game with unerring regularity and skill. This team was under the guidance of Coach Veld. The season’s record shows 9 wins and 6 losses. This proves that the season was a job well done, and good sportsmanship was displayed in every game. One of the high lights of the Reserve season was their brilliant victory over the East Lansing Reserves, the score being 34-29. Our reserve team members are the stars of the next couple of years, and one can be sure that they will represent our school to the best of their ability. These young athletes have set the stage for greater things to come in Sturgis basketball Their complete season’s record is as follows ' Sturgis Reserves .14 Lakeview . 12 Sturgis Reserves . _23 Marshall 15 Sturgis Reserves _50 Three Rivers _27 Sturgis Reserves .17 Hillsdale _19 Sturgis Reserves — 17 Albion .15 Sturgis Reserves .16 Coldwater 14 Sturgis Reserves — 14 East Lansing _23 Sturgis Reserves — 15 Lakeview 22 Sturgis Reserves 22 Coldwater _14 Sturgis Reserves . 20 Marshall . 23 Sturgis Reserves —30 Three Rivers ._ 18 Sturgis Reserves ._ 26 Albion . _ 9 Sturgis Reserves . 20 Hillsdale ._ 26 Sturgis Reserves 23 State High . _27 Sturgis Reserves __34 East Lansing _29 79 “Hoop Hopefulls” MIDGET BASKETBALL first Row—D. Miller, J. Linder, D. Finch, D. Sidener, J. Frohriep, R. Jones, R. Collins. Second Row—Coach Finlay, B. Brand, C. Warner, J. Bogart, D. Borgert, F. Kime, D. McCarthy, E. Wisler. Third Row—R. Strang, B. Krock, M. Post, D. Wenzel, R. Frame. Looking deeper into the field of sports we find still another group of hard-working boys. These were under the guidance of Coach Finlay. The team consists of 7th and 8th grade boys who are all looking forward to being the “stars of tomorrow” on the courts of S. H. S. Playing nine games during the season, these midgets won five and lost four games. Doing most of the playing for the Junior Tro¬ jans were Finch, Frohriep, Sidener, Jones, Collins, Miller, Borgert, Kime, Linder, Frame, and Bogart. Big things can be expected from these “FIoop Hopefuls” in the years to come. The season’s record is as follows: Sturgis _ 17 Colon 5 Sturgis _37 Constantine _16 Sturgis _14 Howe _17 Sturgis _18 Howe __ 21 Sturgis __ __29 Coldwater 11 Sturgis _19 Coldwater _36 Sturgis _ 18 Colon _12 Sturgis _30 Constantine _14 Sturgis _18 Coldwater _ 32 “Grips” WRESTLERS Seated—D. Wallick, B. Holliday, B. Kemble, J. Lambourne. First Row—B. Pinney, B. Tozer, W. Stetson, J. O’Connell, B. Nelson, B. Kasdorf, J. Quirin, J. Doolittle, J. Benedict. Second Row—Coach Finlay, H. Moore, B. Lukomski, V. Andrews, B. Kuenzel, D. West, D. Loetz, D. Marbaugh. Third Row—D. Ulrey, F. Hanaway, B. Dobberteen, E. Hilgendorf, B. Sumney. Sturgis High’s muscle men were once again pounding the mat during the winter season, with Coach Finlay on the side-lines to urge them on. Bill Kasdorf and Bud Nelson, in recognition of four years’ service and experience in wrestling, were elected co-captains of the team for the year. The work was hard. The awards were not large Therefore, no little credit went to the other team¬ mates who took a lively interest in the sport. Following the usual custom, three wrestling meets were held with Howe Military School; but contrary to usual custom, we lost all of them, due at least in part to the large amount of inexperience on this year’s team. Matches won: Meet at Howe: Sturgis 2, Howe 9. Meet at Sturgis: Sturgis 4, Howe 7. Meet at Howe: Sturgis 5, Howe 6. It is hoped that a Twin Valley Wrestling League can be organized in 1947. Tentative plans only, have been made. Hillsdale has shown interest, and other schools are expected to do the same. 81 “ Reviews ” “Wright makes two” ‘Two more for Sturgis.” “Jump, boys!” Berger starts a game right” “Cheering Section ’’ CHEER LEADERS Standing—D. Benedict, J. Crago, C. Merchant, P. Spaulding, G. Wetters, C. Kirsch. Seated—L. Webster, B. Blodgett, M. Goodwin. “Come on! Let’s yell!” That was the command spectators received as our cheerleaders galloped upon the floor or field and began to lead them in familiar school yells. “O. K. Trojan stutter_T-R—T-R—T-R- O-J—J-A—J-A—J-A-N-S— Trojans, FIGHT!” Swaying rhythmically and gesturing smoothly, our yell-inspirers led the crowds as they boomed forth tremendous shouts of applause and encouragement. The multitudes went wild and roars reverber¬ ated and vibrated, always under the guidance of competent cheerleaders, who never failed to capital¬ ize on the enthusiasm of on-lookers. This is some of the never dying spirit which has made Sturgis High so great and so progressive in almost every respect It was not generally real¬ ized how much time these yell leaders took for outside practice—how much time it took them to perfect the yells for us. They were, in a true sense, essential. D. Benedict, J. Crago, C. Merchant, G. Wetters M. Goodwin, P. Spaulding, B. Blodgett, C. Kirsch, L. Webster 83 ‘ A wa rd of Merit ’’ Varsity Football Awards Roger Borgert Hubert Morrisson Clyde Bell Bill Kasdorf Maynard Nelson Wayne Berger Mort Wright Victor Wygant Phil McKean Victor Repke John Hines Alfred Miller Tom Linder Don Bunnell Boh Parker Lyle Slagg Walter Smith Cleon Notestine Lyle Hopkins Jim Benedict Robert Pinney Herbert Magnus Varsity Reserve Footrall Wesley Stetson Edwin Shoemaker Jim O’Connell George Denniston Lawrence Collins Jack Short Robert Holliday Jim Reid Ralph Sigrist Phil Lint Lloyd West Carl Griffis Tom Walters John Bogart Bill Stapleton Jim Ford Warren Renner Bill Linder Doug Mowry Bob Brown Bill Ulmer Arden Lancaster James Jacobs Benjamin Persing Bob Freeman Bill Dobberteen Award Service Monograms George Shimp Vernon Andrews Jack Finnerman Frank Hanaway Dick Deter Dick Tennent Jacque Lint Ray Dresser Allen Freeland Jim Lambourne ). D. Parker Wayne McLaughlin Bob Kuenzel Dick Oman Ed Hilgendorf Harlan Moore Dick Prentice Varsity Basketball Awards Varsity Reserve Service Monograms Wayne Berger Clyde Bell Roger Borgert Phil McKean Mort Wright Tom Linder Bill Pannell Lvle Hopkins Jack Grim MANAGER’S AWARD Kenneth Zable Dick Lambourne Cleon Notestine Howard Dewitt Phil Lint Ray Spencer Ronald Selser Bill Stapleton Tom Walters Warren Renner Bill Ulmer Doug Mowry Arden I.ancaster Dick Deter Robert Freeman Bob Wagner Jim Reid John Borgert Dale Picker Roy Prestidge Ray Dresser Allen Freeland Jim Jacobs Jacque Lint Ethan McKay Ray Modert Benny Persing Richard Prentice Wayne McLauchlin “Hike—one—two!” “Let’s eat!” ' ‘A ward of Merit ’’ Wrestling Awards SENIORS JUNIORS SOPHOMORES FRESHMEN Bud Nelson Robert Holliday Dick Wallick Bill Dobberteen Bill Kasdorf Vernon Andrews Lloyd West Edward Hilgendorl James O’Connell Yern Wallick Robert Kuenzel Frank Hanaway James Doolittle Robert Tozer Wesley Stetson James Quirin Donald Marbaugh James Benedict Robert Pinney Donald West Bob Sumney Harlan Moore James Lambourne Bill Baldwin Varsity “S” Varsity Baseball Awards 1945 Varsity Reserve Service Monograms Tom Tober Milton Godden Lyle Slagg Dick Griffis Bill Mowry Wesley Stetson Bob Kline Bob Zabel Bob King Lewis Strang George Denniston Dick Lambourne Charles Ammerman John Hines Jim Reid Donald Atwater Bill Kasdorf Ray Spencer Bill Brown Tom Linder Don Ulrey Roger Borgert Hubert Morrisson John Bogart Wayne Berger Bob Parker Bill Eberhard Walter Smith Frank Hanaway Wayne Eberhard John Hanselman Lyle Hopkins Norman Kraft Phil Lint Tom Walters Cleon Notestine Lloyd West Manager ' s Award Bill Pannell Bob Pinney Ed. Shoemaker Carl Griffis Dick Lambourne, Bill Pannell, Managers “It’s going to be a bunt!” 85 “Intermission ” “Calendar” “IT HAPPENED IN 1946” Act I—“The Curtain Rises”. Scene 1—September. School opens. Several new “directors” are on the scene: Miss Susan, art; Mrs. Pugh, English; Mr. Dewitt, chemistry and biology; and Miss Aungst, physical education. Students meet at Centerville Fair. Football team meets St. Augustine and East Lansing. Victory is ours! Library Club and F. F. A. get under way. Varsity club, Mr. Smith directing, and F. H. A., Mrs. Nord leading, organize. Student Union chooses Phil McKean as presi¬ dent. Scene 2—October. Trojan and Sturgensian staffs line up Debate squad and director, Mr. Smith, take the question, “Compulsory Military Training” in hand. “Men vs. Women” Senior class election. Hur¬ rah for the men! Teachers’ Institute—Teachers get “eddicated” —students enjoy the vacation. Kyrl’s all-girl orchestra entertains at assembly. G. A. A. starts its year—bowling is popular School mourns the death of Walter Smith. Lakeview, Hillsdale, and Albion football teams fall beneath the Trojan heel. A game we would like to forget—Marshall, 6; Sturgis—NOTHING! Student Union masquerade party rings down the curtain on scene 2. Scene 3—November. Coldwater literally smothered by our reserve football squad—20-6! Football season closes—Cold- water vs. Sturgis—we win again! Seniors join math class for “numbers rehearsal”. Schedule pencils on sale again. Sales staff collects coin for the Sturgensian. Junior class presents “Ma’s New Husband”. Gym is scene of G.A.A. penny carnival. Turkey had its heyday, but was soon devoured. ACT II—“The Plot Thickens” Scene 1—December. The “Kilties”, entertain us at an assembly. The Commercial Club enters the scene. The Trojans basketball squad conquers Lake- view and Three Rivers. Debate team defeats Albion and Coldwater. The Journalism class presents pre-vacation assembly, “The Christmas Story”. Very effective! Vacation! Santa, presents, eats, parties. Scene 2—January. A new year—and time to think about semestci exams. Another interesting assembly—Mr Morris demonstrates the uses of present-day radio. Mrs Brown and Mrs. Nord are honored. Mr. Nadeau and Mr. Squires (back from the Army and Navy) rejoin the teaching staff. Basketball season gets under way. Three out of five games won. Not so bad for a start. Debaters bring home two victories—Coldwater and Lakeview. Members of Journalism class broadcast about Sturgis over WKZO. What a thrill! Semester exams! “A little learning is a dan¬ gerous thing!” said Pope, and do we ever know it! Science Club and Dramatic Club casts chosen. Honor Roll is announced. Scene 3—February. More sleep made up as teachers attend County Institute. Basketball season at its height. Sturgis takes a few defeats but stages fine comeback and gets set for the District Tourney. F. F. A. attend District Contest in Union City. Wrestlers indulge in a few “work outs” with Howe Military. Masonic Temple is the scene of the annual “Sweetheart Swing.”—Bobbie Herman’s Orchestra. ACT III—“The Climax” Scene 1—March. Operetta, “The Red Mill,” presented and makes a smashing hit. Has a run of two nights. Reserve seat section a complete “sell-out”. Assembly on Safety presented. Jeambey and his canes pay us a visit. District Basketball Tourney opens—Sturgis wins over Three Rivers but loses to State High. Speech class entertains us at assembly with an old fashioned melodrama. F. F. A. Regional Contest held. Bob Fennell wins a first in speech contest. Intramural Round-Up staged. F. F. A. sends representatives to East Lansing to Annual Convention. Ed Wagner given State Farmers’ Degree. Semerau and his Concertina Grand gives us a most enjoyable program. Band journeys to Kalamazoo to District con¬ tests. Quill and Scroll has its formal initiation Spring Vacation ends. Scene 2—April. Baseball season has its official opening. Another smash hit brought to Sturgis High School stage as Senior play “Little Geraldine” is presented—Mr. Nadeau directing. “Small fry” make their debut with annual grade school operetta. The J-Hop. the social event of the school yea , once more staged—Charlie Rodgers’ Orchestra. Seniors take exams and then go on three dav boat trip to get in trim for strenuous “wind up” Caps and gowns arrive and a e donned for Baccalaureate. Annual Senior Banquet held. Sturgensians are released. “Grand Finale” Graduation night—and then—tomorrow. 87 “A Short Comedy” Absence makes the heart grow fonder At least that’s what they say; That’s probably why we love our teach¬ ers The days they stay away!” Leslie Whipple: Have you heard my last joke?” Lawrence Collins: “I hope so.” Lawrence Collins: “Am I mad! A girl called me up last night and said, “Her¬ man, I love you”, “Her¬ man, I love you.” Alfred Miller: “Well, what’s wrong with that?” L. C.: “My name isn’t Herman.” Vic Repke: “My feet are always going to sleep.” Roger Borgert: “Prob¬ ably because the} - have to spend so much time in your company.” Dick Kirby: “Boy am I scared—I just got a letter from a guy telling me to stay away from his girl or he’d shoot me.” Jim Doolittle: “Well, then, just keep away from his girl.” D. K.: “Yes, but he didn’t sign his name.” Tom Walters: “I could get a date with Hedy Lamarr with one hand tied behind my back.” Jim O’Connell: “But who wants a date with Hedy Lamarr with one hand tied behind his back.” A Short Comedy “The one who thinks our jokes are poor Would straightway change his views, Could he compare the jokes we print With those we could not use!” I wish it were Leap Year!” Mary M. McCord : “I guess I’ll have to visit M. Peck this week.” Caryl Kirsch: “Why?” M. M. M.: “He called on me three times last week.” George Denniston : “Since I met you I can’t sleep, eat, or drink!” T h el m a B rouse : “Why?” George D.: “I’m broke!” Wenzel Harry says he got an awful kick out of the show last night.” Bill Pannell: “He did. He forgot to buy a ticket.” ■ Gloria Funk: “I’m just furious—I went out of my way three times to ignore “Chub” and he didn’t even notice me!” Between Scenes” I €6 For the Business Man. Wise THE STURGENS IAN ' S the Place to Advertise ’ 9 As you readers know, it is due to the generosity of the advertisers listed in the following section that the production of this Sturgensian was made possible. We, the Sturgensian staff are indeed grateful for your financial support. The public cannot go wrong by patron¬ izing these advertisers. 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HARVEY PAPER PRODUCTS CO. Creators and Manufacturers of Better Paper Products DONALDSON PAINT FOGLESONG FUNERAL HOME, INC. And WALL PAPER CO. HAROLD PRINCE, Director Specialists In Paints Wall Paper And Window Glass 111 North Nottawa Street Established In 1913 Compliments Of Recapping Vulvanizing New Tires Tubes SUTTON TOOL COMPANY SMALLEY’S TIRE SERVICE Compliments Compliments ! Of Of NICHOLSON MACHINE CO. ELBERT NICHOLSON, Proprietor Since 1909 STURGIS GRAIN CO. Compliments Eat At Of GIBSON’S DINER R. A. COLLINS SERVICE STATION 305 West Chicago Road Compliments Compliments ! Of Of FLANDERS DRESSER P. D. SUPPLY COMPANY — Insurance — A. J. GERARDO Complete Beauty Treatments Groceries and Meats Pop Beer Ice Cream ; At ; PHONE 551 The Charm Beauty Shop JACKMAN’S DEPENDABLE DRUGS 123 West Chicago Road STURGIS PHONE 17-M I Compliments HERALD WALTERS Of ? % ? Sturgis 5c To $1.00 Store Insurance 116 West Chicago Road MERLE STEVENS, Proprietor And Real Estate ; IF YOU HAVE THE GIRL WE HAVE THE RING Kenneth W. Digging Jeweler 106 East Chicago Street Keepsake Diamond Rings Congratulations Of DR. E. E. WEAVER OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN Shoes WILLER’S Brown Bilt Shoe Store COMPLIMENTS OF Freeman Manufacturing Co KNITTED ELASTIC FABRICS ELASTIC TWO-WAY GIRDLE BLANKS SEAMLESS SURGICAL HOSE ABDOMINAL SUPPORT SURGICAL CORSETS BERRIBGE SHEAR CO “Manufacturers Of Quality Cutlery For Over Fifty Years” COMPLIMENTS OF THE STURGIS PRODUCTS CO. 1 Graduates Shop i Compliments —At— J. C. PENNEY CO. Of ; • Clothes For Young Men And Women A P TEA COMPANY Quality Meats And Groceries Everything For Your Car Compliments Of STURGIS AUTO SUPPLY COMPANY VOGUE BEAUTY SHOP MRS. BELL, Proprietor ! Compliments Of C. H. MACHINE CO. HASKINS RADIO SERVICE AND SUPPLIES 130% West Chicago Road PHONE 166-J Serving The Heart Of Industrial Compliments ! America Of C. A. Conklin Truck Lines, Inc. ANDREWS and CAMBURN j Washing Machine Repairs 1 West Chicago Road 125 North Nottawa Street | ! PHONE 69 PHONE 121 I BEST WISHES FROM WALL PACKING COMPANY Beef and Pork Products STURGIS, MICHIGAN Compliments D. M. FRANK AGENCY Of Real Estate And Insurance Dr. Eleanor M. Gillespie Masonic Block Compliments Of MAC’S FURNITURE STORE Compliments of UNITED AUTO PARTS 310 North Centerville Street Phone 750 R. B. CRAWFORD WE ARE STRONG FOR STURGIS HIGH SCHOOL D. W. MARKET PHONE 86 Opposite Post Office THE ELECTRIC SHOP BOSTETTER NARBER Frigidaire, Frigidaire Electric Ranges And Washers. Delco Air Conditioning Philco Radio Hoover Sweeper PHONE 151-M Congratulations To The Class Of 1946 CITY DAIRY Pasteurized Milk and Dairy Products Best Wishes To The Graduates Of 1946 STURGIS AWNING and GLASS CO. Congratulations To The i Class Of 1946 TRIBETTS LADIES AND MISSES 1 ANTISEPTIC BARBER SHOP READY TO WEAR ; AND ' Winer King : SHOES ! S. C. GRIFFITH Jeweler “Merry Christmas” ! ELGIN WATCHES DIAMONDS ! ! ' • United States Employment i. 207 West Chicago Road Sturgis Service —------— - —-o PURDY’S GROCERY QUALITY FOODS BOOST OUR HOME TOWN SCHOOLS — PHONE 10 — Corner of Chicago and Nottawa Street Sturgis, Michigan Compliments Of leone siucuo Sturgis, Michigan And Our Sincere Thanks To The Class Of 1946 Who Chose Us To Make Their Graduation Portraits Compliments Of MORRISSON’S CLEANERS 105 North Nottawa Street PHONE 583-M Compliments Of The Brubaker Printing Co. Job Printing Sales Books Registers and Supplies 119% North Nottawa Street PHONE 303 NATIONAL CARBON COATED PAPER CO. Sturgis, Michigan COMPLIMENTS OF FIRST NATIONAL BANK FORDS — MERCURY AND ZEPHYRS Ec C. WRIGHT CG� lee STURGIS, MICHIGAN Compliments The Companies You’ve Always Known Of Aetna, Hartford And Home THE WASHINGTON CAFE J. PAUL WAIT Compliments Of The Gmy LeRoy Pattern Works Makers Of Wood and Metal Patterns Compliments Of JACOB JEISEL PROCESSOR OF POPCORN Sturgis, Michigan E. C. EICHLER TRANSFER SAM SHER Moving Storage Buys All Kinds Of Junk ; Local Long Distance And Pays The Highest Price PHONE 331-J PHONE 250 COMPLIMENTS OF Carl Rehm Clothing Co. Sturgis, Michigan Price Standard Service 300 East Chicago Road ATLAS TIRES, BATTERIES SOUTH END GROCERY AND ACCESSORIES Groceries and Lunches LUBRICATION SERVICE PHONE 612-J COMPLIMENTS OF KANE MEMORIALS SERVING THE MONUMENT NEEDS OF THE COUNTY SINCE 1872 Compliments Of MAST UPHOLSTERY SHOP 121 South Fourth Street Congratulations and Best Wishes To The SENIOR CLASS From Weatfaea Seal Manufacturing Co. Telegraph Florist Sturgis Phone 278 You’ll Always Find The Newest Styles At Elaine’s Exclusive But Not Expensive Congratulations Class Of 1946 Compliments ! : Of NATIONAL UTILITIES CO. i Gas Company Phone 4748 DR. L. B. PURDY Hagerman Building i For Nationally Advertised QUALITY FURNITURE Compliments ; FLOOR COVERINGS Of ! i GIFTS APPLIANCES I —See— i DIETZ ; BIGELOW FURNITURE CO. Dyers And Cleaners 108 110 South Nottawa Street 114 North Nottawa Street Phone 105-R COMPLIMENTS OF J. C. WOLFINGER DRUGS CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1946 FROM G. G. Industries, Inc. Wholesale Distributors of Petroleum Hudson Motor Cars White Trucks Sales and Service PHONE 624 1 Compliments : Compliments ; Of Of i KROGER GROCERY And COLONIAL BEAUTY SHOP BAKING COMPANY Compliments Compliments Of Of i DR. KANE And ; STURGIS LOCKER CO. DR. SHELDON ' i ' ' 11 Compliments Congratulations ! Of To The Class Of 1946 !: S 6 NELSON’S LUNCH THE TOGGERY “Everything For The Auto” ’ D V E P sNN j ’J C L E A N E RSjj ;;y • Western Auto Associate Store ERNIE CROSS, Owner I 111 North Street i Compliments Of KOLADY’S NEWS AGENCY SCHMIDTS KERNS GROCERIES and MEATS 312 North Nottawa Street PHONE 510 Congratulations To The CLASS OF ’46 And May God Still Guide You. TRI - STATE LITHO ART, INC, Compliments Of WISE LUNCH COMPLIMENTS OF WEAVER-LINGG International Trucks McCormick - Deering Tractors and Implements STURGIS, MICHIGAN CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1946 A, H. Perfect Company “Pure Foods Since 1896” STURGIS, MICHIGAN FRUITS and VEGETABLES GROCERIES and MEATS NATIONAL FOOD STORE 100 West Chicago Road Compliments Of SUNOCO DYNAFUEL East Chicago at North Fourth Street Compliments FORMED TUBES. INC. Compliments Of LAKE MOTOR SALES Compliments Of HOD’S CUPID INN Just Fine Food Compliments Compliments Of To The Class Of 1946 DR. A. H. REIMANN FIANDT BARBER SHOP STURGIS POSTURE CHAIR COMPANY Good Luck and Best Wis hes To The Class Of 1946 Greetings H. A. MADDUX Class Of “46” Sheet Metal Work Plumbing — Heating Iron Fireman Stoker HENRY J. SCHIPPER PHONE 642 Harold Keim Furniture Sales 415 South Clay Street Sturgis, Michigan PHONE 232-M Congratulations From CITIZENS LUMBER COAL CO. HEADQUARTERS FOR ALL KINDS OF BUILDING MATERIALS AND FUEL PHONE 26 With Compliments And Best Wishes For The Success Of The Graduating Class Of 1946 Seovill Manufacturing Company Morency - Van Buren Division Sturgis, Michigan T I EEsima sruDlO M 0 , PORTRAITS AW Kodak Finishing Pholo-Enqravmij Compliments Of WM. J. GERARDO Compliments Of BILL’S FOOD SHOP Corner of Michigan Mechanic PHONE 288-J Compliments Of AIKEN’S POPCORN STAND Corner of Chicago Pleasant FELICITATIONS To The STURGIS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1946 Kir sell Company World’s Largest Manufacturers Of Drapery Hardware and Venetian Blinds ;! Compliments i: Of | CENTRAL WEST OIL CORP. 500 West Chicago Road I; PHONE 9110 I The Management Contributors To The Production Of This Annual Were Printing by Sturgis Daily Journal Covers by Kover-Kraft (Chicago) Binding by Engdahl Binding (Chicago) Engraving by Fort Wayne Engraving Company Photography by Leone Studio, Sturgis, Mich, and Niles Studio, Sturgis, Mich.