Tecumseh High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Tecumseh, NE)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1967 volume:

The Tomahawk It is with satisfaction that the annual staff presents this tomahawk, not only as a record of 1967, but as a permanent and lasting treasure of the golden moments of our years at Tecumseh High. To a few it is just a high school but to the majority of students it is the place where they learned together, shared together, and had fun together. Table of Contents Administration.......................... 3 Seniors...............................] ] Underclassmen...........................25 Activities..............................37 Organizations...........................57 Athletics...............................79 We the students of THS dedicate this annual to you Mom and Dad. We want to thank you for all the trust, confidence, wisdom, understanding, friendshipand love you have given us through these years. But most of all we offer this dedication to express our appreciation to you for providing the new school building that has become permanent in our memories of our high school years. You have given us the opportunity of receiving a varied education that will be invaluable to us in future years. We have often heard that these are the happiest days of our lives and we recognize that you have helped to make it so. We are youngandare learning to accept responsibility but we know we are always able to ask for guidance and assistance from you. 2 ADMINISTRATION Supt. Merle Beck The 1966-67 school year has brought about many changes, conflicts, and triumphs. The growth of the student body towards responsible citizenship and the willingness of the adult community to provide the necessary facilities have made this year both successful and rewarding. Prin. Everett Davis As educators, the faculty and administration have the privilege of helping, guiding and directing the learning experiences of young people in the community during an important period in their lives. Certainly no group or organization has a greater task nor a more important one than ours. The Board of Education Merle Beck, Orville Hutt, Jerome Olmsted, Melvin Phillips, Richard Piersol, Robert Jewell, Carl Gieser. Mr. Trumble explains a problem in science. Senora Hermone ensena espanol. Mr. Niemann demonstrates a general science experiment. Our Appreciation to all our Faculty In home-ec., Mrs. Howe helps with home planning Tan A f Tan B...says Mrs. Boyden in trigonometry. 5 Lois Ebeler learns better typing techniques from Mrs. Parrish. Mr. Matschullat instructs Rich Kerr in instrumental music. For the Inspiration Imparted this School Miss Muller is industriously grading tests. G Miss Brehm directs Boys' music. Mrs. Roberts is happy teaching the junior high. Mr. Haack watches the fifth hour study hall. Mr. Dyer teaches Jim Stover and Howard Doty how to use a drill. Guidance and Knowledge 1966-67 Year Mr. Stokes is absorbed in reading term papers. Mrs. Krenzer notes the important details of a good Mrs. Parrish explains the essentials of good speech. paper. 7 Mr. Blumhorst lectures in history. Mr. Loew instructs Liz Stover in Bookkeeping. During the 1966-67 school year, the teaching staff was aided for a period of seven weeks by three student teachers from Peru State College. Seated left to right are Mr. Neuman, History; Miss Borscher, Home-Economics; and Mr. Sullivan, Physical Education; with Mr. Davis. Mr. Hamm demonstrates a golf swing. fs lr. Brown, our guidance counselor. Our Thanks . . . . . . to a Hardworking Staff The Kitchen Staff: Mary Seward, Annabelle Kent, Francis Goings, Sherri Sapp, and Mary Aust. The graduates of Tecumseh H igh School will always remember the excel lent service of the staff. It is a tremendous responsibility to prepare enough food for approximately 400 hungry students every day. Our thanks for the extra effort to make a successful hot lunch program. Arlie Phillips works industriously to clean the science room. The little recognized men in our school are the custodians. What a job cleaning up after 300 students every day! Our thanks for the bright and clean atmosphere in which to learn. Custodians Arlie Phillips, Nick Brammann, and Ed Miller. 9 Bus drivers: Gene Mason, Myron Mason, Jim Hahn, Ike Bohling, and Eldon Ebeler. 3 Mrs. Ruby, superintendent's secretary. 10 GRADUATES Janice McCoy President Cheryl Davis Vice-President Margaret Finn Secretary Laura Neemann Treasurer Anna Marie Elenga Ways and Means Important Decisions: Result of Meetings On August 29, 1966, the doors ofthe new Tecumseh Jr.-Sr. High School opened to 55 seniors. Turning from the summer's fun to the routine of school life, the Class of '67 found time to invest themselves with the customary signs of Senoritis . Senior officers shouldered the burden of planning the many senior activities and functions. Money making projects were held throughout the year to raise funds for the traditional sneak trip to the Lake of the Ozark's Among the projects were a work day, magazine sales, and serving dinners at the Music Clinic, So, Seniors, take one last look back before you go your separate ways, and you will see yourself lost in the whirl of school activities—one three-hundredth of the student body doing your part to make the school year run smoothly. You were no longer followers, but leaders—the heads of organizations, the stars in sports, the best informed, the most mature—The Seniors. Now if you'll just settle down, we'11 be done by tomorrow. Class of ’67 Ends Reign The Senior year in high school will always he a memory lo recall with fondness . . In future years we will recall ... the reading oj Hamlet in our English classes . . . fun at the Senior breakfast ... the hard work involved in perfecting the class play hut enjoying the rewards upon completion . . . postponing the completion of our term papers . . . exchanging graduation pictures and cards . . receiving our diplomas . . . and being a little sad at commencement. The time has come for the Seniors to prove their capabilities to themselves and to the world. We've worked, we've learned, and we now pass on to others the Tecumseh tradition of excellence, knowing that, as always, it will be accepted and upheld with honor. Bonnie Amsberry Vicki Barden Georgene Brammann David Carman Sarah Chittenden Susan Chittenden Robert Curry Regina Dittmer Charles Ebeler Russell Eltiste Our Last Year Passes Quickly Carol Farley Bill Gates Calvin Furman Marilyn Goracke SaraGoracke Charles Graff Kathy Gregory Linda Hothan C h i I i, vegetable, or chicken noodle? was the frequent question asked by Janice McCoy and Saran Chittenden as they served customers at the Senior soup supper. An estimated 150 people attended the soup supper, which was held in the high school cafetorium. The Seniors were amply rewarded for their efforts; they made approximately $125 to contribute to tneir treasury. 14 As Activities Fill Each Day Stephen Jewell Roderick Kehlenbeck Michael Keim Gail Kerr Larry Lacey Richard Laue William Leuenberger Ruth Leuenberger Working hard, or hardly working??? Delvin Poison, John Little, and Denny Puchalla demonstrate the Seniors great selling ability at the Class C District Playoffs. As a result of several nights' work, the energetic seniors were able to collect approximately $200 profit to aid in their $2300 goal set at the beginning of the year for the annual Sneak Trip . is As Our Senior Year Unfolds The spacious parking lot was reserved for the faculty, staff, and privileged seniors. In addition to beinga parking lot, it provided a playground on rainy days for the grade school children. During the lastsix weeks it served as a social area for the high school students. John Little Linda Lott Gloria Mapes Brad Meints Linda Meints Kenneth Morrissey Kristie Morrissey Delvin Poison We Remember All Our Waiting Amid pails of water, sponges and vacuum cleaners, the Seniors washed their way through five buses and many cars. The first Senior activity of the year, a combination car wash and work day, proved very successful, and they came $125 closer to their $2000 goal. Ingrid Pooch Dennis Puchalla Joyce Rademacher Thomas Rathbun 17 Donna Riensche Helen Ruter Henry Ruter Carol Schmiegelow The End Is Only The Beginning David Schultz Alvin Speckmann Dean Stordahl Connie Taylor Not Pictured Ronald Bevard Carol Topp f ranees Urich Judy Wenzl The Seniors' last get-together was the traditional lunch given by the class sponsors. Many mixed feelings were expressed—mostly of eating, but partly of sorrow as they recalled the good times spent during their years in high school and realized that this might be the last time they would be together as a class. 18 The sober procession. Class of ’67 The Class of '67 became the first to graduate from the new Junioi—Senior High School building. Baccalaureate was heldon Sunday, May 21, and Commencement was held on Tuesday, May 23, 1967. Fifty-two seniors took part in the graduation exercises. Twelve scholarships and other financial aids were awarded to deserving students. Don't dance, Janice, just get your diploma. What do I do now? My rose wilted. 19 Row one: C. Davis, D. Poison, M. Goracke, L. Lacey, J. McCoy, D. Carman, S. Chittenden, R. Kehlenbeck, K. Gregory; Second row: C. Farley, K. Morrissey, B. Leuenberger, L. Neemann, L. Hothan, B. Meints, D. Riensche, B. Curry, G. Kerr, R. Leuenberger; Third row: J. Wenzl, J. Little, S. Goracke, H. Ruter, R. Dittmer, R. Eltiste, H. Ruter, S. Jewell, S. Chittenden, B. Gates, Valedictorian Salutatorian Donna Riensche Linda Hothan I. Pooch, C. Ebeler, C. Schmiegelow,M. Keim,C. Taylor, B. Amsberry; Fourth row: R. Bevard, V. Barden, A. Speckmann, J. Rademacher, K. Morrissey, F. Urich, C. Topp, D. Schultz, L. Lott, C.Graff,G.Mapes, T. Rathbun, M. Finn, D. Stordahl, G. Brammann, D. Puchalla, A. Elenga; Not pictured: R. Laue. Speaker: Dr. Bert Alfrey, Assistant Professor of Secondary Education, University of Nebraska. The Girls’ Sextet, Sarah Chittenden, Janice McCoy, Marilyn Goracke, Tish Campbell, Laura Neemann, and Cheryl Davis, provided the musical entertainment at Commencement. I just want you to know I've been waiting a long time for this. An award to Bill Leuenberger. I really don't deserve this. . . come to think of it, yea, I do! Ha-a-a-a-a-alls of Ivy. . . .' For some reason it's easier walking out than in. The Longest Night Seniors in the Ozarks Four minutes late, at 12:05 A.M., 48 energetic Seniors left for an exicitng weekend at Kirkwood Lodge on the Lake of the Ozarks. By four o'clock the bus was filled with sleeping Seniors. The refreshed Seniors arrived at their destination at 8:30 A.M. to begin their three day vacation. Everyone looked forward to the nightly dance witn the talent show and square dance highlighting the evening. There were many activities to fill each busy day including motor boat rides, swimming, canoeing, and of course souvenir hunting. Everyone was sorry to see Sunday morning come for it meant an eight hour drive home; but the memories pictured on these three pages will always remain with each Senior. 'Chuck!! You're ignoring me again!' Seniors tour Bagnell Dam. Slow down, Ruth! Inspecting the modern facilities of the Ozarks. Studying??? Daytime preparations for nightime activities. Ice cream's my favorite dessert.' The Dodge Rebellion wants you!! Swing your partner... False alarm! This thing doesn't fly, does it? 23 24 Yeah, Cheryl, for the tenth time, we I ike your new blue poorboy. Mm-mm good. Mm-mm good, Kirkwood's ice cream is Mm-mm good. UNDERGRADS The Juniors See a Busy Year Ahead it J. Agena R. Badertscher C. Arnold C. Bailey D. Aufdenkamp R. Beck The Junior Class profits from basketball sales— the Juniors found it costs quite a bit of money to put on a Jr.-Sr. Prom and found they had to work hard. They let everyone have a part in helping during the 5 games of WORK! A. Bossung H. Doty S. Evans J. Gobber J. Grove T. Campbell G. Ebeler C. Fankhauser R. Gottula C. Hemmer D. Conyers L. Ebeler C. Gibson B. Gregory B. Jones 26 56 Juniors Gain in Experience Much gratitude goes to these three Junior Class sponsors--Mrs. Howe, Mr. Blumhorst, and Mr. Hawk--from the Junior Class. As a first semester project this year, the Junior class sponsored a dance. It was the first dance in our new school. The Blu Barons played the music for a fairly well attended dance. This was a step ahead for their big task in raising money for the Prom. L. Keedy B. Lempke M. McLaughlin M. Mahoney G. Oldfather R. Krontz J. Little L. Meints D. McCoy T. Othmer L. Krouse L. Lott D. Mahoney B. Mommens B. Pella 27 Ring Styles Were Chosen The Junior officers chose the ring styles for this year. They chose the round or square styles, so that they could please everyone. Some of the Junior Class students join together to work out some experiments-- geniuses at work??? M. Phillips M. Pope J. Rizor J. Stelzer J. Stover D. Piersol J. Puchalla L. Rohrs B. Stoner C. Swanson 28 G. Poison R. Ramsey D. Schultz E. Stover V. Thompson The Class Officers Display Their Leadership Mrs. S. Parrish's Home Room is studying for the Some Juniors attempt to study during study hall, up-coming day. S. Thurber S. Thurber S. Warden M. Wegforth T. Yates Ruth Krontz— Secretary, Bill Jones--President, Dick Piersol-Ways and Means, Bob Gregory—Treasurer, Strat Warden--Vice-President. Sophomores Class of 1967 The sponsors: Mr. Brown and Mrs. Parrish. A. Anderson C. Badertscher S. Clifton M. Conyers J. Davis D. Davison B. Dillaplain L. Evans J. Finke D. Garris G. Gottula J. Graff S. Gregory J. Grof L. Grof Move Forward First semester class officers: Beth Dillaplain, Sarah Lintz, Jeannine Davis, and Jim Schmidt. 30 A. Hester S. Jones J. Krontz S. Lade M. Martin M. McPherrin L. Hester L. King G. Lacey L. Lac. B. Mahler S. Morrissey L. Hillyer J. Kroeze S. Lade S. Lintz D. McAlexander B. Morrow Brenda gets a strike while bowling during gym class. Through the Years The sophomore boys play basketball in gym. 31 Second semester class officers: Steve Pella, John Graff, Sandra Gregory, and Margy Sullivan. of Learning N. Neemann S. Pella L. Rademacher B. Staley P. Stewart R. Thom J. Olmsted L. Phillips J. Schmidt B. Stephens L. Stover R. Thom S. Packett M. Phillips G. Smith K. Stephens M. Sullivan B. Thompson J. Topp N. Witte R. Uhrmacher J. Wright B. VanWinkle R. Williams (not pictured) 32 Freshmen in Action Basketball is one of the biggest freshmen activities. Together with the sophomore class they won a second place trophy at the Aburn Invitational Tournament. Freshmen reach high for jump shots. L. Beck B. Brown S. Colton D. Elenga B. Flnke S. Blessing B. Campbell R. Dittmer J. Farley W. Ford 33 J. Gieser J. Gregory L. Grof B. Halverstadt N. Hazen C. Higgins R. LaFave R. Hothan J. Hutt B. Mapes T. Kaster D. Keedy L. Kent H. Kettelhake G. Kroeze V. Krouse A. Lofgren P. Mahoney K. McAlexander S. McLaughlin 34 Second semester Freshman class officers are: Alan Pieratt, Jim Gregory, Wendee Ford, and Margaret Schutz who is not pictured. sJlL iw. D. Neeman G. Parrish D. Pella A. Pieratt c. Richards B. Ruter L. Stephens C. Walters J. Schultz M. Schutz R. Smith J. Swanson Y. Warden J. Schultz P. Schultz B. Seek man M. Stelzer M. Walters J. Wolken 35 First Row: G. Packett, D. Blessing, J. Leuenberger, A. Grove, A. Du r man, D. Piersol, T. Morrissey, G. McAlexander. Second Row: Mr. Trumble, T. Jones, F. Hunt, D. Meister, P. Sullivan, J. Laug, C. Halverstadt, H. Parks, B. Schultz, D. Mahoney, D. Stover, Mr. Blumhorst. Third Row: F. Pooch, S. Phillips, D.Seckman, G. Garris, L. Stephens, J. Borrenpohl, C. Olsen, B. Hitzeman, C. Neemann. Fourth Row: M. Davis, J. Stewart, D. Lacey, R. McCoy, D. Yates, B. Knippelmeyer, S. Pope, B. Tagart. First Row: K. Bevard, L. Troeger, B. Schultz, B. Ebeler, S. Butler, R. Kent, C. Johnson, T. Goings, R. Packett, L. Keedy, D. Brown. Second Row: Mrs. Roberts, J. Davison, V. Kaster, R. Jones, E. Gordon, A. Packett, T. Morrissey, B. Holben, S. Wright, T. Hutt, R. Colton, C. Klein, D. Critton, Miss Muller. Third Row: L. Hinrichs, J. Wolken, N. Olmsted, A. Thompson, B. Williams, M. Riggins, C. Pfister, P. Higgins, T. McCoy, D. Conyers, P. Lade. Fourth Row: C. Bartels, B. Tagart, R. Borrenpohl, M. Phillips, S. Schultz, H. Moyer, J. Evans, R. Staley, R. Provost, R. Hemmer. Fifth Row: S. Conrad, P. Campbell, R. Field, P. McDowell, G. Brockman, N. Parks, J. Fankhauser, J. Bates, E. Stewart, D. DeLong, T. Hazen. ACTIVITIES L. to R.: John Little, Marilyn Goracke, David Schultz, Margy Finn, Bob Curry, Laura IMeemann, Russ Eltiste, Cheryl Davis, Steve Jewell. Homecoming 1966 Rain, Shivers ... It's THS Homecoming. The Tecumseh Indians zoomed past the Humboldt Cardinals 45-6 on a windswept and rained-soaked football field. The excitement of homecoming started about two weeks before in the preparing of the skits. The game Friday was preceded by a bonfire rally and a snake dance on Thursday night. First, second, and third prizes were awarded to the sophomores, seniors, and juniors at the pep rally Friday for their skits. In spite of the weather there was still an abundance of excitement before the crowning of queen Cheryl Davis and king Russ Eltiste. The festivities of this year ended with a dance with the Henchman combo playing. Crownbearers - Tyler Roberts and Janet Phillips. The Show Must Go On As the game progressed, so did the rain; the 1966 king and queen were crowned during the wet half-time ceremonies on October 14th. The king and queen were crowned by the 1965 king and queen, Lynn Campbell and Debbie Olsen. The fans remained to cheer on their victorious Indians. We also had our faithful band to peform during the half. Nothing could hinder the spirits of the ever-faithful pep club. They remained to cheer the Indians on to a big Homecoming victory. The team played their best and won by a large margin under the watchful eyes of the returning alumni. The senior team members were very pleased with the results of their last Homecoming game. 40 Queen JANICE MCCOY BILL GATES MARGY FINN BOB CURRY Sweetheart Attendants LAURA NEEMANN TOM RATHBUN MARILYN GORACKE STEVE JEWELL Alan Pieratt, Patty Mahoney, Barb Lempke, Bob Gregory, Margy Sullivan, John Graff. Jeannine Davis and Spencer Morrissey diligently prepare the refreshments for the dance. Sweetheart Dance Excitement and tension are the two words to best describe the week of February 12. Candidates from the Senior Class were revealed as Kathy Gregory, Marilyn Goracke, Margy Finn, JaniceMcCoy, Laura Neeman, Tom Rathbun, John Little, Bill Gates, Bob Curry, and Steve J e we II, At- tendants were: Juniors, Barb Lempke and Bob Gregory; Sophomores, Margy Sulli-van and John Graff; Freshmen, Patty Mahoney and Alan Pieratt. At intermission the retiring King and Queen, Bob Miller and Bev Lintz, crowned the 1967 Sweetheart King and Queen, John Little and Kathy Gregory. The Royalty Dance highlights the evening. Don't look now, but I think we're being watched. 43 Front row (I. to r.): L. Phillips, M. Martin, M. Sullivan, M. McPherran, J. Davis, S. Lintz, B. Dillaplain, M. Conyers. Back row: D. Davison, R. Uhrmacher, J. Graff, J. Olmsted, J. Schmidt, S. Morrissey, S. Pella, and G. Gottula. Junior-Senior Banquet Where do you think you're going, Dick? After many months of preparation, the Junior-Senior Banquet was presented on May 6, 1967 in the Tecumseh High School cafetorium. Dr. Michael Sorrell, a former resident of Tecumseh, was the guest speaker. The Junior prophesies were presented by Bill Jones and the Senior wi I Is by Chuck Graff. After the meal, in the Elementary Auditorium, music for dancing was provided by the Six Per Cent of Sounds of Omaha. The Juniors chose the theme Isle of Paradise and centered the decorations around it. The waiters and waitresses, chosen from the Sophomore class, were dressed in colorful, Hawaiian costumes. A free late movie was also provided,entitled After the Fox. AA Waiters and waitresses find their way through the tables. There's work to be done?? Working Hard for the Prom How do you rate, Jim?? 45 Davy Crockett II??? F reddy-the-freeloader! Hobo Day Duh-h-h-h The Three Musketeers 46 The Junior American History classes decorate Christmas trees pioneer style . Oh, Strat, I don’t believe a word of it. Laurie admires her work. The Business classes spent a week preparing for Christmas. The Student Council took on the task of decorating a tree for the building. The Christmas spirit spread through the building as December 23 slowly approached. With all the room decorations, it was evident that Christmas was here. Christmas 1966 47 f-Club If you let me drive. Coach, I'll take you to the Burlies in K. C. A student demonstration? Nothing like an elbow in the mouth. What do you mean I'm eating ail the profits? Fresh.-Soph. tourney action. Bob really working.............it just looks like he’s standing there! Left to right: Larry Lacey, Dick Piersol, Strat Warden, Donna Riensche, Mrs. Sharon Parrish, Sarah Lintz, Jim Olmsted, RodGottula,CarlaGibson,MaryMartin, Barb Lempke, Ruth Leuenberger. Speech Contest March 28, 1967, eleven Tecumseh High School students journeyed to Peru State College to attend the annual District Speech Contest. Under the supervision of Mrs. Sharon Parrish, head of the Speech Department at THS, students participating started preparatory work approximately a month ahead of time. Students could enter any of these divisions: Oral I n t e r p r e t a t i o n of D r a m a. Extemporaneous Speaking, Television and News Commentary, Original Public Address, Oral Interpretation of Poetry, Oral Interpretation of Prose, Informative Public Address, and Interpretive Public Address Contestants were chosen on the basis of a preliminary contest judged by English teachers of THS. Carla Gibson received a Superior rating in Oral Inter-pretation of Poetry at the 1967 District Speech Contest. 49 Junior Class Play Sandra and Mrs. Parrish discuss prompting details. Tuesday, November 22, the Junior class presented a comedy-drama entitled, The Night of January 16th in the elementary auditorium. A dress rehearsal was held the night before, November 21. The scene was a court trial in which Karen Andre, a young efficient secretary, was being charged with the murder of her Play in progress. employer, Bjorn Faulkner.Many revealing testimonies were brought in, and at the end of the play the jury, chosen from the audience in the auditorium, found the de-fendent not guilty. Mrs. Sharon Parrish was the play director, and Mrs. Gail Krenzer assisted her. Do I really look like Herman Munster? Jim and Tish crack up at play practice. 50 Mrs. Sharon Parrish Virginia Thompson Carol Arnold . . . . Marilyn Pope . . . Sandra Evans . . Janet Little . . . Roberta Ramsey Tish Campbell . . Bob Gregory . . . Jim Stelzer . . . Strat Warden . . . Jim Agena .... Carla Gibson . . . Dennis Aufdenkamp Mike Phillips . . Dick Piersol . . . Tom Othmer . . Janet Gobber . . . Dan Conyers . . . , Barb Lempke . . . Rod Gottula . . . . NOT PICTURED Betty Pella........ Bill Jones......... ................. Director ...........Magda Svenson . . Prosecution Secretary Roberta Van Rensselaer ................. Prompter . . . Defense Secretary ........... Jane Chandler ........... Karen Andre .......... Elmer Sweeney ....... Larry Regan Defense Attorney Stevens . . . Homer Van Fleet . Nancy Lee Faulkner . John Graham Whitfield . . . . Doctor Kirkland . District Attorney Flint . . Clark of the Court ...........Prison Matron .......... Sigurd Junquist ............. Stenographer ........... Judge Heath . . . Mrs. John Hutchins ....................Bailiff 51 Seated: J. Little, G. Kerr, K. Morrissey, C. Davis, S. B. Curry, D. Riensche, K. Morrissey, Mrs. G. Krenzer, Chittenden, A. Elenga,S. Jewell.Standing: Mrs.S. Parrish, B. Leuenberger. D. Carman, T. Rathbun, R. Dittmer, C. Graff, L. Lott, Mr. Gilbreth........................Chuck Graff Mrs. Gilbreth..................Linda Lott Frank ......................Steve Jewell Ernestine ...............Sarah Chittenden Nick--Our prop man and stand-by. Ann ..................Anna Marie Elenga Martha ....................Cheryl Davis Dan ..................Bill Leuenberger Bill.................................Dave Carman Fred ....................... John Little Lillian...............KristieMorrissey Jackie ..................... Gail Kerr Larry .....................Tom Rathbun Joe Scales............................Ken Morrissey Miss Brill...............Regina Dittmer Mrs. Fitzgerald...........Donna Riensche Dr. Burton............................Bob Curry 52 The advertising committee is busy making posterstotell everyone about their play. Making a With shaky knees—Here we go. •’How did I ever get into this mess!” Nervousness over, the play goes on. S3 Junior class representatives for County Government Day 1966: Alan Bossung, County Attorney; Lynda Keedy, Extension Agent; Sandra Evans, Clerk; T i sh Campbell, ASC office manager; Carol Arnold, Commissioner; Liz Stover, Treasurer; Bill Jones,C I e rk of the District Court; Mr. Blumhorst; Howard Doty, Superintendent; Bob Gregory, Assessor; Jim A g e na. Commissioner; Jim Stelzer, Judge; Mike Mahoney, Commissioner; Mike Phillips, Sheriff. County Government Day Betty campaigns for the office of Clerk of the District Court. Actually, I never did really care for math! 54 Sleeping Beauty. Go, Donna Go! Get out of here! Two intelligent SENIORS. Comedy Capers The pensive JUNIORS. Well, hi there! 55 56 ORGANIZATIONS Seated: R. Dittmer, President; J. Little, Treasurer, B. Lempke, Secretary; Mrs. Boyden, Sponsor; Steve Jewell, Vice-president; S. Warden, Parliamentarian. Standing:. Mr. Davis, Sponsor: M. Mahoney; S. Pella; B. Jones; J. McCoy; S. Jones; R. Dittmer; A. Pieratt; J. Davis; B. Dillaplain; A. Bray. The Student Council did an admirable job of representing the views of the 1966-67 student body. Projects emphasizing school improvement were placed under the supervision of the cou n c i I. Various projects which they sponsored were: assigning the dates on which a class or club would be in chargeofthe concession stands at games, the Homecoming Dance, Hobo Day, and convocations. A special project of the Student Council was the proposed purchase of a pop machine, which, after many hours of deliberation on behalf of the members was suggested as a topic for next year's council. Student Council The industrious members of the Student Council work after-school hours on the student handbook. 58 Honors Convocation John Little performs the duties of Master of Ceremonies during the presentation of the awards. Mr. Davis presents the top scholars of the classes: Strat Warden, Junior; MaryMartin, Sophomore; andMark Stelzer, Freshman. The second annual Honors Convocation, sponsored by the Student Council, was held on May 17, 1967 in the High School Auditorium. John Little gave the welcoming speech and the awards were given. The purpose of the convocation was to Mr. Niemann presents Donna Riensche with the Bausch and Lomb award for her outstanding work in the sciences during her entire four years of high school. honor as many students as possible who had done outstanding work during the year. The various fields in which awards were given were: English, math, science, home-ec, voc-ag, and typing. Mrs. Boyden gives honors for the National Math Test team from our school. Strat Warden received the highest score. Then, Donna Riensche (not visible) and Linda Hothan. 59 Mark Stelzer receives, from Mrs. Krenzer, an award for his excellent use of the English language in writing composition. Bob Gregory, Strat Warden, Bob Curry, and John Puchal la presented the five sports trophies accumulated during the year to Regina Dittmer, President of the Student Council, to be placed in the future trophy case. The trophies consisted of: Basketball--Southeast Border Champions 1966-67; Southeast Border Tournament, 2nd place, 1967; and East Division Champs 1967. Football—Southern Nebraska Eastern Division Champs 1966. T rack--2-mile Relay won by Mike Phillips, Rick Williams, John Puchal la, andStrat Warden, setting a new school record of 8:41.1. Honors and Awards NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY. The members of the Honors Society are: Back Row (old members), Donna Rlensche and Regina Dittmer. (New members), Jim Stelzer, Strat Warden, Anna Marie Elenga. Front Row: Kathy Gregory, Linda Hothan, Carol Arnold, and Kris Morrissey. Mr. Blumhorst presents Donna Riensche with the National Time Certificate as a result of her high score in the Time test. 60 FHA-FFA King and Queen Marilyn and Dave ft ft n V' a_ a ft a a a ■hbSbbk ft ftj r First Row; J. Wenzl, J. Rademacher, B. Pella, M. Goracke, V. Howe, K. Gregory, V. Barden, C. Topp, S. Goracke, A. Anderson. Second Row: J. Farley, L. Stover, D. Keedy, M. Wegforth, H. Ruter, M. Pope, L. Keedy, J. Swanson, B. Ruter, C. Farley, C. Richards. Third Row: L. Meints, D. McCoy, V. Krouse, J. Schultz, A. Lofgren, L. Grof, L. Ebeler, K. McAlexander, D. Pella, I. Pooch. Fourth Row: L. Rohrs, R. Leuenberger, V. Thompson, M. Conyers, L. Lott, C. Bailey, B. Lempke, C. Walters, B. Stoner, C. Gibson, C. Taylor. Fifth Row: T. Campbell, L. Hothan, D. Neeman, B. Amsberry, D. McCoy, J. Gobber, A. Elenga, M. Walters, G. Brammann, D. Schultz. The Future Homemakers of America is an organization designed to promote a growing interest in Home Economics. This year the main event sponsored by the Tecumseh F.H.A. Chapter was the annual dance and included the crowning of the 1967 king and queen. The new members were welcomed with their initiation early in the school year. Another highlight was a hayrack ride to which the F.F.A. members were invited. Mrs. Orville Howe, Home Economics teacher, sponsored the 01— ganization. Of f i ce r s--F r ont Row: Marilyn Goracke, President; Kathy Gregory, Vice President; Betty Pella, Secretary; Vicki Barden, Treasurer. Back Row: Sara Goracke, Historian; Judy Wenzl, Parliamentarian; Carol Topp, Degree Chairman; Joyce Rademacher, Song Leader. 62 First Row: A. Speckman, D. Schultz, R. Eltiste, B. Leuenberger, C. Ebeler, R. Badertscher, J. Topp, S. Clifton. Second Row: R. Bartels, H. Kettelhake, R. Thompson, B. Hothan, D. Elenga, A. Pieratt, R. Dittmer, G. Kroeze, R. Dyer. Third Row: B. Morrow, D. Davison, M. Phillips, G. Parrish, J. Schultz, G. Ebeler, L. Meints. Fourth Row: J. Grove, H. Doty, G. Poison, M. McLaughlin, J. Puchalla, D. Garris, B. Mommens, A. Bossung. Future Farmers of America The goal oftheFuture Farmers of America is to further an interest in farming. The Tecumseh chapter held several evening meetings in order to do so. It also shared in the planning and preparationof the F.F.A. -F.H.A. d a n c e w h i c h was held on March 18. Mr. Ron Dyer, Vocational Agriculture instructor, served as sponsor. Officers--F ront Row: Jim Topp, Reporter; Dave Schultz, Sentinel; Roger Badertscher, Treasurer; Russ Eltiste, Secretary; Bill Leuenberger, Vice President; Chuck Ebeler, President. 63 (L. to R.) First Row: L. Evans, J. Little, K. Gregory, L. Neemann, R. Dittmer, MissMuller, C.Davis,S.Chittenden, J. Farley, L. Stover. Second Row: A. Bray, J. Davis, G. Kerr, L. Beck, S. Gregory, C. Higgins, B. Seckman, L. Phillips, S. Blessing, S. Thurber, C. Farley, M. Sullivan, P. Mahoney, K. Morrissey. Third Row: M. Phillips, B. Stephens, S. Thurber, K. Stephens, L. Stephens, R. Leuenberger, L. Rademacher, C. Arnold, L. Rohrs, B. VanWinkle, P. Schultz. Fourth Row: B. Lempke, R. Thom, S. Lade, L. Hothan, M. McPherrin, J. Gieser, R. Ramsey, S. Chittenden, B. Dillaplain, L. Lott, N. Neemann, S. Evans. Fifth Row: A. Elenga, J. Rademacher, D. McCoy, S. Lintz, M. Finn, J. McCoy, D. Riensche, C. Fankhauser, W. Ford, P. Stewart, M. Martin. Not pictured:G. Oldfather and M. Schutz. Y-Teen officers Cheryl Davis, Vice President; Regina Dittmer, President; Laura Neemann, Secretary; Susan Chittenden, News Reporter; and Kathy Gregory, Treasurer. Y-Teens Rod enjoys being our Santa . Mi I thought the Easter Bunny did this. What's a slumber party without food? Under the guidance of Miss Mul ler, the Tecumseh Y-Teens have had a very active year. They sponsored the THS Homecoming, held a Christmas party for the preschool chi Idren, decorated Christmas trees for the shut-ins, and during their annual slumber party, they sacked Easter eggs for the Easter egg hunt. They held their annual Y-Teen banquet with Mrs. Walter Kiechel as speaker. She takes an active interest in the organization as she was once a Y-Teen member herself. She also gave a breakfast for the Y-Teen members at her home during the last week of school. Laura in the midst of excitement. 65 L to R: (1st row) J. Davis, C. Arnold, S. Gregory, C. Davis, B. Diilaplain. (2nd row) J. Little, K. Morrissey, A. Anderson, A. Bray, C. Richards, D. Keedy, B. Brown, L. Stover, L. Keedy, J. Wenzl. (3rd row) Mrs. Krenzer, L. Phillips, J. Finke, L. Ebeler, P. Schultz, K. Gregory, K. McAlexander, K. Stephens, C. Badertscher, R. Krontz. (4th row) N. Witte, A. Lofgren, S. Evans, B. Lempke, L. Lott, B. Pella, B. Stoner, C. Gibson, L. Stephens, T. Campbell. (5th row) P. Stewart, M. McPherrin, F. Urich, D. Neeman, J. Gieser, R. Ramsey, C. Fankhauser, W. Ford, R. Dittmer, D. McCoy, S. Lintz. Pep Club Varsity Cheerleaders; L to R: Carol Arnold, Marilyn Goracke, Laura Neemann, Cheryl Davis, Gail Kerr. B-Team Cheerleaders: L to R: Sandra Gregory, Sally Blessing, Beth Diilaplain, Margy Sullivan, Jeannine Davis. L to R: (1st row) L. Neemann, S. Blessing, M. Goracke, M. Sullivan, G. Kerr. (2nd row) V. Krouse, L. Meints J. Swanson, B. Ruter, L. Beck, C. Farley, P. Mahoney J. Farley, S. Goracke, L. Stover. (3rd row) J. Schultz, B. Stephens, I. Pooch, V. Barden, L. Rohrs, J. Krontz, D. Mahoney, B. Seckman, M. Phillips, C. Higgins. (4th row) M. Martin, C. Walters, L. Rademacher, R. Thom, S. Chittenden, S. Chittenden, N. Neemann, D. Pella, R. Leuenberger, B. VanWinkle. (5th row) M. Finn, J. McCoy, D. Riensche, J. Rademacher, J.Gobber, A. Elenga, L. Hothan, S. Lade, G. Brammann, M. Walters. Our Mascot: Tom Gregory. Pep Club Officers: L to R: Vicki Barden-Meritkeeper, Janice McCoy-Secretary, Margy Finn-President, Kathy Gregory-Vice President, Sara Goracke-Treasurer. L to R: (Row 1) B. Jones, K. Morrissey, J. Little, Mr. D. Piersol, M. Phillips, B. Leuenberger, (Row 3) A. Matschullat, T. Rathbun, S. Jewell, D. Carman, (Row 2) Bossung, D. Aufdenkamp, J.Agena,S. Warden, B.Gregory, J. Wright, B. Meints, G. Smith, L. Hillyer, D. Puchalla, J. Olmsted, R. Thom. Key Club Officers: S. Jewell, T. Rathbun, J. Little, K. Morrissey. On the job --VIP's visit a Key Club meeting. L. to R: (Row 1) Coach Stokes, D. St or da hi, D. Puchalla, M. Phillips, C. Ebeler, M. Mahoney, A. Bossung, D. Carman, D. McAlexander, Coach Hamm. (Row 2) K. Morrissey, L. Chittenden, B. Finke, R. Williams, R. E 11 i s t e, B. Curry, S. Jewell, B. Leuenberger, R. Utmacher, J. Little, S. Lade. (Row 3) T. Rathbun, D. Aufdenkamp, B. Gregory, S. Warden, C. Graff, J. Puchalla, J. Agena, H.Doty,S. Pella, D. Schultz. T-Club What do you mean, ’Get busy'! Officers: President--Russ Eltiste; Vice-President--Steve Jewell; Secretary-Treasurer--Bob Curry. (L. to R.) Virginia Thompson, Carol Topp, ReginaDittmer, Carol Farley, Linda Hothan, Anna Marie Elenge, Linda Barb Lempke, Laura Neemann, Cheryl Davis, Janice Lott, Kathy Gregory, Donna Rienche, Ruth Leuenberger. McCoy, Kris Morrissey, Carla Gibson, Janet Little, Annual Staff Diligently working on the annual. Laurie spent many long moments thinking . 70 The hurrier I go, the behinder I get. Annual Staff. Seated (1. to r.): Mr. Loew, Sponsor Regina Dittmer, Co-Editor; Linda Lott, Co-Editor; Donna Riensche, Business Manager; Janice McCoy, Laura Neemann. Second Row: Virginia Thompson, Carla Gibson, Linda Hothan, Barb Lempke, Ruth Concentration and determination makes an annual staff member. Leuenberger, Cheryl Davis, Carol Topp, Carol Farley, Kathy Gregory, Janet Little. Not Pictured: Kristie Morrissey, Photographer, and Anna Marie Elenga, Copy Editor. 71 L to R (Rowl) S. Gregory, J. Davis, C. Farley, B. Dillaplain (Row 2) S. Evans, A. Elenga, D. Mahoney, M. Phillips, M. Stelzer, S. Blessing, W. Ford, P. Mahoney, C. Halverstadt. (Row 3) M. Sullivan, B. Seckman, B. Hitzeman, H. Kettelhake, C. Neemann, J. Wolken, J. Schmidt, B. Tagart (Row 4) P. Campbell, P. Stewart, T. Morrissey, R. Leuenberger, G. Parrish, B. Halverstadt. Band The pep band swings into action at the half-time of a home game. Band Officers: G. Oldfather, S. Pella, G. Parrish, S. Pope, R. Leuenberger, K. Morrissey. 72 L to R (Row 1) J. Farley, L.Hothan, S. Pope, R. Thom (Row 2) J. Laug, A. Bray, J. Leuenberger, R. Smith, J. Stewart, G. Smith, S. Lade, M. Martin (Row 3) L. Hillyer, B. Brown, L. Stevens, S. Pella, R. Williams, J. Grof, C. Fankhauser, S. Jones, S. Lintz (Row 4) M. Davis, J. Gregory, T. Jones, D. Seckman, R.Thom, S. Lade, S. Morrissey, B. Jones, J. Stelzer, K. Morrissey (Standing) Edward Matschullat. In his fourth consecutive year at Tecumseh, Mr. Matschullat directed the band in the annual Spring, Winter and student concert. He also gave hints which helped the small groups successfully through the District Music contest. Helping Mr. Matschullat in his job of Our Director running the band are the band officers and the representatives from each class. For extra activities this year, the band had a swimming party in Lincoln and a band banquet at which awards were given to deserving individuals. K. Morrissey, J. Davis,M.Sullivan, B. Dillaplain,S. Lintz, S. Gregory. 73 a_ a ft ft on,1? I A A A ft. ft ft0 ft o $ ft j'up « a ft � a « ft « « ft ft ft ft ft ft ft ft A First Row: J. Little, P.Mahoney,K. Morrissey,C. Farley, J. Farley, S. Gregory, M. Sullivan, L. Beck, A. Bray, A. Hester, J. Davis. Second Row: Miss Brehm, L. Rohrs, K. Gregory, J. Swanson, S. Blessing, L. Meints, C. Higgins, P. Schultz, K. McAlexander, B. Seckman, C. Davis, J. Wenzl, C. Taylor, G. Kerr, B. Brown, L. Keedy. Third Row: D. Mahoney, L. Ebeler, I. Pooch, C. Arnold, D. Pella, N. Neeman, R. Leuenberger, M. Goracke, V. Barden, J. Schultz, L. Stevens. Fourth Row: L. Lott, B. Pella, B. Stoner, C. Gibson, S. Chittenden, R. Thom, T. Campbell, S. Chittenden, M. Conyers, V. Thompson, S. Evans, B. Lempke. Fifth Row: S. Lade, M. Walters, R. Ramsey, G. Brammann, B. Dillaplain, D. Neeman, M. Martin, P. Stewart, M. McPherrin, J. Gieser, C. Walters. Sixth Row: L. Hothan, W. Ford, R. Dittmer, D. Riensche,S. Lintz, M. Finn, L. Hester, L. Neemann, J. McCoy, C. Fankhauser, A. Elenga, B. Amsberry. Seventy-Two Voices Girls Sextet: C. Davis, T. Campbell, M. Goracke, J. McCoy, S. Chittenden, L. Neeman, and C. Fankhauser (pianist). Sing in Girls Glee Girls Triple Trio: D. Mahoney, G. Kerr, L. Hothan, K. Morrissey, B. Pella, C. Gibson, C. Arnold, V. Thompson, M. Conyers, and R. Thom (pianist). First Row: J. Davis, K. Morrissey, L. Meints,C. Farley, C. Arnold, C. Davis, D. Mahoney, S. Gregory, C. Taylor, M. Sullivan. Second Row: L. Rohrs, M. Goracke, V. Thompson, T. Campbell, S. Jones, R. Kehlenbeck, S. Morrissey, D. Carman, C.Gibson, B. Pella,G.Kerr, Miss Brehm. Third Row: S. Lade, S. Chittenden, L.Hothan, L. Lacey, B. Leuenberger, D. Davison, D. Conyers, S. Chittenden, R. Thom, M. Conyers. Fourth Row: M. McPherrin, M. Martin, C. Fankhauser, J. Wolken, G. Smith, M. Stelzer, D. Piersol, J. Grof, R. Dittmer, B. Dillaplain, R. Ramsey. Fifth Row: S. Lintz, M. Finn, D. Poison, B. Staley, J. Schmidt, D. Aufdenkamp, J. Olmsted, R. Thom, L. Neemann, J. McCoy. Mixed Chorus Madrigal: D. Mahoney, M. Goracke, J. McCoy, L. Neemann, T. Campbell, L. Hothan, L. Lacey, S. M o r r i s s e y, D. Piersol, J. Schmidt, D. Conyers, J. Grof, D. Carman. Miss Brehm directs. Boys Glee: B. Staley, D. Aufdenkamp, J. Schmidt, J. Olmsted, R. Thom. Second Row: J. Wo I ken, D. Conyers, J. Grof, D. Poison, S. Morrissey, G.Smith. Boys Contribute to Boys Quartet: J. Schmidt, L. Lacey, J. Grof, D. Carman, and C. Fankhauser (pianist). Third Row: B. Leuenberger, M. Stelzer, D. Davison, D. Carman, L. Lacey, S. Jones. Music Department Boys Octet: S. Jones, R. Kehlenbeck, S. Morrissey, D. Piersol, D. Poison, R. Thom, D. Conyers, J. Olmsted, and C. Fankhauser (pianist). 76 The things I get talked into doing! Doctor Einstein and assistant at work. The Humorous Side of T.H.S. Monday Morning. Well, my gosh! Tic tac toe at play practice? 77 Diane displays a new pupil. Hey, this room’s for coaches and athletes only. Happiness is a desk full of books. Eating is so much fun! Roberta knows the milk must go through. A toast to the teachers. 78 ATHLETICS (L. to R.) First Row: R. Thom, J. Hutt, A. Pieratt, D. Elenga, R. Smith, J. Little, D. Carmen, B. Jones, B. Finke, D. McAlexander, M. Stelzer. Second Row: Mr. Stokes, B. Campbell, S.Morrissey,G.Smith, L.Chittenden, M. Mahoney, A. Bossung, G. Parrish, D. Piersol, B. Halverstadt, Mr. Hamm. Third Row: D. Stordahl, R, Eltiste, D. Puchalla, T. Rathbun, L. Krouse, B. Staley, J. Topp, C. Ebeler, S. Jewell, R. Uhrmacher. Back Row: S. Lade, D. Schultz, H. Doty, B. Gregory, J. Agena, B. Curry, S. Warden, J. Stelzer, D. Aufdenkamp, K. Morrissey, S. Pella. Footbal Tri-Captains: Dave Schultz, Bob Curry, and Steve Jewell. Senior Lettermen: Front Row; D. Carmen, C. Ebeler, D. Puchalla, D. Stordahl, J. Little. Back Row; R. Eltiste, D. Schultz, B. Curry, K. Morrissey, T. Rathbun, S. Jewell. 80 Neither rain, nor sleet, nor hail . . Football Record 19 TECUMSEH Ashland 19 TECUMSEH Syracuse 13 Falls City TECUMSEH 32 TECUMSEH Wymore 13 TECUMSEH Hickman-Norris 45 TECUMSEH Humboldt 14 Pawnee City TECUMSEH 9 TECUMSEH Wilbur 28 Auburn TECUMSEH 7 Sutton TECUMSEH They say the third time is a charm. Not so! For the Tecumseh Indians, the third time was a jinx. After winning their first two games 19-6, it was naturally supposed that the third game would be the same. But, as you know, we lost it; which only goes to show you can't believe everything you hear. The Tecumseh Indians, however did show hard-earned improvement over the previous year. The great teamwork put together by Coach Stokes and Coach Hamm paid off in the end with a 6-4 record. Even though they were upset by Sutton in the Conference game, we were extremely proud of our team. Congratulations for a year well played! Offensive: (L. to R.) S. warden, J. Agena, R. Eltiste, A. Bossung, S. Jewell, • c,re9°ry� D. Schultz, K. Morrissey, B. Curry, C. Ebeler, J. Little. Defensive: (L ton v .. D. Schultz C FlL,-Morrlssey'D-stordahl'J- Agena, J. Little, R. Eltiste, ' • c-oeier, B. Curry, M. Mahoney, B. Gregory, S. Warden. 81 O-UOSIO-NOCOO-O Follow me boys!' Indians streak downfield trying to avoid the clutches of the Humboldt players. T.H.S. Indians The fate of this Zephyr player is evident as T.H.S. Indians crash in, to bring him down in a 32-0 win over Wymore. There was a tremendous amount of effort put forth by Coach Stoke's Indians as they crashed through the lines of the opposing teams to bring them to a halt. The great work of the offensive and defensive teams helped close the season with a fine record. The team turned the passive crowds into wild Indian fans with their gallant, action-packed plays. They pulled through many frustrating moments to overcome their opponents. The T.H.S. Indians well deserved their fine season record. 82 (L. to R.) First Row: Mr. Hamm, M. Phillips, S. Jewell, K. Morrissey, H. Doty, B. Gregory, C. Graff, J. Puchalla, S. Warden, J. Agena, J. Schmidt, B. Jones, R. Uhrmacher, Mr. Stokes. Second Row: S. Morrissey, J. Graff. B. Staley, S. Pella, S. Lade, J.Olmsted ? i„„ „ J. Grove, J. Stelzer, T. Othmer DGarH ri?' williams’ Stelzer, A. Pieratt, L. Kent, B. Ho han b r Halverstadt, J. Gregory, J. Kroeze c i - ‘ arnpbe,1� . rxroeze.G. Lacey, B.Mapes. Basketball Coach Hamm's Indians finished the season with a 15-6 record and placed second in the annual Holiday Tournament. Three seniors finished their basketball careers in 1967: Steve Jewell, Kenny Morrissey, and Chuck Graff. 46 Coaches? Yes, this is Coach Stokes and Coach Hamm. 46 TECUMSEH Humboldt 44 84 TECUMSEH Nebr. City Lourdes 63 79 Auburn TECUMSEH 61 60 TECUMSEH Uni High 53 55 TECUMSEH Wahoo Neuman 44 54 Adams TECUMSEH 50 67 TECUMSEH Humboldt 55 65 TECUMSEH Johnson 52 74 Fawnee City TECUMSEH 64 60 TECUMSEH Wilbur 56 68 Sterling TECUMSEH 55 66 TECUMSEH Pawnee 62 56 TECUMSEH Weeping Water 55 81 TECUMSEH Falls City 53 77 TECUMSEH Auburn 65 83 TECUMSEH Johnson 53 55 TECUMSEH Wymore 50 67 TECUMSEH Falls City H.S. 62 61 Deshler TECUMSEH 58 62 TECUMSEH Louisville 53 56 S. E. Consolidated TECUMSEH 55 83 Captains Bob Gregory and Stratt Warden. •Phillips does it again!” Agena sinks another 2 points for a victory over Humboldt.” Captains accept second-place trophy in the Holiday Tournaments. 84 Basketball Thrills Crowd Adams players watch helplessly as Junior Bob Gregory makes another long shot, typical of his worthy offensive playing during '67. Chuck and Bob try desperately to gain possession of the ball, but Humboldt players seem to have them outnumbered. Is that a new kind of ballet,Kenny? Track Team, First Row: (I. tor.)D.McAlexander, L. Kent, B. Campbell, J. Kroeze, J.Agena, S. Warden, J. Puchalla, B. Gregory, M. Phillips, R. Williams, J. Stover. Second Row: Mr. Hamm, G. Smith, J. Hutt, B. Finke, R. Smith, G. Parrish, L. Chittenden, A. Pieratt, Y. Warden, J. Gregory, H. Doty. Track Coach Hamm's track team had a very successful season, previous records were broken and new ones set. At the District Meet held at Peru, four of the boys qualified for the State Track Meet. At the Southern Nebraska Conference, the Two Mile Relay Team broke the school record at 8:40.1. Another record was broken at the South East Border Conference by Bob Gregory in pole vaulting at 10'10 . The Two Mile Relay Team won their trophy by coming in first at the Peru Invitational. Howard, giving a mighty leap, clears the bar easily. Up, up, and over goes Bob. 86 Bob strains forward to beat his old record in the broad jump. Two Mile Relay Team with their trophy: Strat Warden, Mike Phillips, John Puchalla, and Rick Williams. Mr. Davis gives the get ready ' signal. Watch out below!' Mike concentrates on setting a record. Jim gets set to go. Jim winds up for his discus throw. -V A r ... • : - ' J ... ' u v ’ ... « - - «. .________ __________________________ -................................................ 87 Junior High Football First Row; (L. to R.) G. Packett, G. McAlexander, T. Jones, T. Hutt, L. Keedy, D. Meister. Second Row; Mr. Dyer, D. Piersol, D. Blessing, T. McCoy, B. Tagart, P. Sullivan, D. Mahoney, J. Davison,K.Bevard,Mr.Trumble. Third Row: D. Seckman, B.Hitzeman, C. Olsen, D. DeLong, B. Tagart, R. Provost, M. Riggins, R. Kent. Fourth Row: P. McDowell, M. Davis, M.Swanson, H.Moyer, A. Durman, R. Field, P. Campbell, J. Bates. While Mr. Trumble, during his first year working with the Tecumseh Junior High Indians , didn't have what one might call a highly successful year in the way of winnings, he was successful in achieving a good beginning for the future years of T.H.S. football. Coach Trumble was assisted by Ron Dyer. Offensive: (L. to R.) B. Tagart, P. Campbell, B. Hltzeman, P. Sullivan, M. Davis, B. Tagart, D. Seckman, D. Piersol, D. Mahoney, A. Durman, G. McAlexander. Defensive: (L. to R.) D. Piersol, G. Packett, P. Campbell, R. Field, M. Davis, A. Durman, M. Swanson, P. Sullivan, B. Hitzeman, B. Tagart, D. Seckman. 88 Basketball Team, First Row: T. Hutt, P. Sullivan, G. McAlexander, K. Bevard. Second Row: D. Blessing, D. Meister, D. Piersol, R. Provost, M. Riggins, D. DeLong, G. Garris, R. Staley. Third Row: J. Borrenpohl, P. Campbell, P. McDowell, D. Yates, R. Field, M. Davis, D. Seckman, C. Olsen, Mr. Dyer. Junior High Basketball The Junior High Indians worked many long and hard hours practicing their pivots and free throws under the direction of Coach Dyer, but they still didn't quite come up with a perfect record. They ended the basketball season with two wins and six losses. All was not lost, though, when the Junior Indians participated in the Junior High Invitational Tournament held at Auburn. They were v! ctorous over Plattsmouth and Peru Prep; and they proudly brought home the Second Place Trophy with them. Junior High Cheerleaders: (I. to r.) Debbie Stover, JoAnn Stewart, Susie Stewart, Vickie Goeings, and Connie Halverstadt. 89 Bill and Richard perform a typical wrestling stanze. Wrestling is not a new sport, but this is the first year that wrestling has appeared on the sports program at Tecumseh High School. It was open to both Junior and Senior High School boys. Wrestling was a new experience for most of the boys who participated; and they Wrestling Team, First Row: (I. tor.)S.Colton, J. Graff, R. Dittmer, R. LaFave, A. Durman, B. Leuenberger. Second Row: Mr. Trumble, R. Smith, L. Chittenden, D. Aufdenkamp, J. Topp, A. Bossung, D. Piersol. spent many tiresome after-school hours practicing to pin down their opponents. Considering their lack of experience and the newness of the sport, the wrestling team displayed enthusiasm and potential skill for better seasons in the years to come. Wrestling and Phys-Ed Give Pep to the Students T.H.S. future cheerleaders????? Now what am I supposed to do? 90 Athletic Banquet Ifcfv Athlete of the Year—Kenny Morrissey. Mr. Robert Reilly speaks on discipline. On April 26, 1967, the Tecumseh High School held its annual Athletic Banquet in the Community Building. At the banquet, the boys who participated in any sport received recognition from the coaches. The Pep Club girls who had attended all the games, both football and basketball, also received recognition. Mr. Robert Reilly of Omaha was the speaker for the evening. He gave a very enlightening speech on the subject of discipline. Proud parents. Traveling trophy—Mike Phillips. 91 The knowledge of the speaker is really soaking in. Entertainment by the Conyers Sisters. Sure was a good meal. After meal chat. Teachers enjoy banquet. B3Q Smile you're in the annual. Sports Picnic We forgot our toothbrushes. Is this a new kind of dance, guys? Mystery Man. The Hot Dog for Lunch Bunch. And then there are teachers Jim beat 'em to it again 93 New School Promotes Education The business and adjoining typing room. The Tecumseh Junior and Senior High School students enjoyed the added benefits of a new building this year. The most appreciated and widely used room was the gymnasium, which provided a large seating capacity for basketball spectators and modern conveniences for the players. Tecumseh's library facilities were available to the students for research and reading enjoyment. The business students enjoved the spacious new facilities of a combined typing and business room. The new equipment in the physics room made experiments for the physics students almost easier, or at least more enjoyable, to perform. The physics room provides much table space for physics experiments. The attractive library, with a workroom in the back, is used every hour of the school day. Crowded corridors, empty for a time, are soon filled with the bustle of a school day. 94 Impressions Through Progress 1866—The first Tecumseh school was a small frame building of which there is no picture available. District 32 was instituted later, in either 1867 or 1868. 1872—School 1 was a square, two story building of stone which was built for a total cost of $6,000. At this time there were 404 school age children in this district. . . M 1883—School 2 and the tower of brick and stone were added to the existing school building due to the growing population of this district. 1904—School 3, the brick Tecumseh High School, was built. It remained a prominent fixture of this community until it's destruction in 1966 to make room for our present parking lot. 1930—School 4 was built after the razing of the existing building, 1 and 2, for $100,000. This is the brick Junior High School building which is in existence today. 1966—School 5 is our existing $600,000 Senior High School building. We, the students of THS, wish to thank the members of the community for allowing us to become a part of the memories of this new building. 95 The doors close again on another year of school. We are each a step closer to our goals. The doors may be closed, but each of us may still hear the voice of memory call to mind the excited buzz of a basketball game, the recollective quiet of a test, the sight of students hurrying to class, books being scattered down the hall, and the lunch line moving at an infinitesimal velocity. Shakespeare once wrote, all the | i-7.n 1 a kwu ay WAUWOftTM Meicvir . Mo. U. A world's a stage and that each man in his time plays many parts. Those who are leaving THS have completed one role and are ready to begin another. Those who are just entering THS as freshmen will embark upon an exciting career. High school is a sacred memory—the friendships, trials and successes shall never be forgotten—so we say, Hail Alma Mater, Hats off to you; ever You'll find us loyal and true.... 96 V PWi