Tigard High School - Tiger Yearbook (Tigard, OR)

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•) Hi-Spots Nineteenth Senior Edition ACTIVITY REVIEW EVENT DATE HOST Hard Times Dance Nov. 23 Mothers and Dads Club Carnival Dec. 7 Girl’s League Victory Dance Dec. 14 Journalism Class Junior Prom Mar. 8 Junior Class Music Concert Mar. 22 Band and Chorus Senior Play April 26 Senior Class May Fete May 10 Senior Class Commencement May 24 Senior Class VICTORY DANCE Climaxing Tigard's part in the Victory Loan drive, a dance was held December 14. During the Victory Loan, an interclass popularity contest was sponsored by the Hi-Spots, which enabled a bond or stamp purchaser to vote for his favorite classmate. Junior candidates Paula Leavitt and Bob Kovach were crowned King and Queen by virtue of receiving the most votes, with Betty Miles and Jack Lindeman, seniors; Jean Todd and Arnold Johnson, sophomores; and Jeannien Papworth and Ronnie O’Brien, freshmen, completing the court. Wes Lang’s orchestra furnished the music for the dance, the decorations of which centered around the Victory theme. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the King and Queen and court. HI-SPOTS ENLARGED The seemingly constant reiteration of “When will the Hi-Spots be out indicated that this year’s Hi-Spots was one of the extra curricular highlights for Tigard students. A new five column page was adopted this year, along with a modernistic script masthead. The paper sponsored many worthwhile activities throughout the year; a bond drive and dance, a school personality contest, and a talent assembly. Staff members also attended press conferences at the University of Oregon and Pacific University. SCHOOL PICNIC The center of the Tigard student body's activity on May 22 was Roamer’s Rest Park, the site of the yearend school picnic. As usual, the picnic took place on the day following semester exams, thus giving the students a chance to recuperate from the worry and stress of the final tests. An interclass baseball game and several other athletic contests were popular events for many students while only a few had courage enough to brave the icy depths of the mucky Tualatin. Boating and dancing were other activities which helped to make an enjoyable day. VETERANS RETURN, STUDENTS ENLIST Four former students called into the service and later released enrolled at Tigard during the year and resumed their studies. They were Jim Gaynor, Frank Myslony, Clarence Brazil and Roland Kressley. Meanwhile, Seniors Carl Monroe, Ronnie Coffey, Jerry Kamp, Jack Gray, Joe O’Halloran, Chalmer George, F.ugene Scheckla and Jim Bergin, a Junior, left service flag stars when they enlisted in the Navy. YVONNE TABRUM JUNIOR QUEEN With rustic gardens and a star-studded ceiling carrying out the theme of “Stardust,” Queen Yvonne Tabrum and Princesses Maxine Lenz, Marilyn Nodland, Betty Quinn, and Carolyn Ole-man were presented by Class President John Godfrey at the 1946 Junior Prom. Queen Yvonne 1 was adorned in a white gown and carried a bouquet of Talisman roses. Dave Longtin’s orchestra supplied music for the event, and Joy Grimstad sang the theme song, “Stardust.” Because of the closeness of the balloting in the Junior class, four princesses were chosen for the court instead of the traditional two. Net proceeds exceeded $70, which is one of the largest profits in the history of the prom. TEACHERS ADDED Several new teachers were added to the faculty staff at the beginning of the school year. Ro-meyn Adams became Tigard’s football and track coach after several years at Warrenton. Al fred Pietila, head basketball and baseball mentor, formerly taught at Rainier. From Hill Military came Miss Mary Sherlock, who taught English and had charge of the library. The position of Dean of Girls was filled by Mrs. Angeline Self, who previously was at Gervais, Oregon. Merit Bishop was secured as manual training and mechanical drawing instructor. He came to Tigard from Nashua, Iowa. MUSIC CONCERTS Two music concerts were presented during the year for the enjoyment of Tigard music lovers. The first concert took place on March 22 and a capacity crowd saw the band and chorus successfully render several numbers. The profit from this event went for the purchase of two kettledrums and other improvements for the band. The final concert was presented April 30 before another packed house. The proceeds from this concert were used to help defray the expenses of the band's trip to Eugene to enter the State Music Contest. Twenty-six

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NINETEENTH SENIOR EDITION VOL. XVIII MAY 24, 1946 No. 19 CARNIVAL BIG HIT The senior booth, the I-V Inn, was chosen by the faculty as the most colorful and original concession of the carnival, held December 7. Jointly sponsored by tbe Girls' League and Student Body, the yearly event netted approximately $245.' Other booths were the juniors’ Telegram booth, which won second prize; the Pep Club’s Fun House; the Glee Club's Country Store; a noisemaker booth, a grab bag, and a fortune telling tent. Additional concessions consisted of movies, dancing, bingo, and the bottle and penny games. A novel booth which attracted much attention was the Hi-Y’s rodent race. Musical entertainment was provided by the Band and Choruses, led by Mr. and Mrs. Bell. CASABA SCORES PRE-SEASON I igard 15—Scappoose 21 I igard 24—Yamhill 20 Tigard .54—Scappoose 54 Tigard 17—Rainier 42 Tigard 9—Hillsboro IS Tigard 25—Parkrose 52 Tigard 41—Parkrose 28 Tigard 7—Rainier 29 Tigard 20—Sherwood 27 LEAGUE GAMES Tigard 25—Sherwood 50 Tigard 25—West Linn 44 Tigard 47—Newberg 45 I’igard 50—Forest Grove 51 Tigard 20—Beaverton 45 Tigard 44—McMinnville 59 Tigard 24—Hillsboro 51 Tigard 21—Tillamook 46 Tigard IS—West Linn 48 Tigard 45—Newberg 48 Tigard 29—Forest Grove 54 Tigard 21—Beaverton 46 Tigard 14—McMinnville 49 Tigard 44—Hillsboro 49 SENIORS PRESENT HILARIOUS HIT A delightfully amusing comedy, “Love Your Neighbor,” was presented on April 26, as tbe annual Senior Play. The plot of the story centered around the Vashki family and life in their small town. Many humorous situations were developed, including bees in the chimney and a boxing match. Starring in the romantic leads, were Virginia Balk and Ray Hart. Other characters were Bill Campbell, Margaret Phillip, Jim Ream, Shirley Van Vranken, Drusilla Rogers, Lucille Carpenter, Gordon Brigham, Tom Petersen, Harriet Fischer, Marian Lefferdink, Jim Gaynor, June Farris, Karl Fredrickson, Darlene Hensley, Walt R i c k s o n, Shirley Koch, Pearl Arthur and Marilyn Mullin. SWOPE NAMED S. B. PRESIDENT Ronald Swope was chosen to be Student Body President for the 1946-47 school year at an election April 24. Other contenders for the office were John Van Bergen and Roger Temple. The office of Vice-President will be filled by Clark Stephens; Betty Quinn will be Secretary; and Joy Grimstad, Treasurer. Completing the student body officers will be Yvonne Tabrum and Allan West, as Activities Manager and Athletics Manager, respectively, while Lester Dimmit will fill the office of Hi-Spots Editor. QUOTA MET The Senior Class, undertaking the responsibilities of editing the Ti-U Annual, elected two capable advisors, Mrs. Mullen and Mrs. Galvin. Although there was an increase in printing costs this year, the same high standard as that of past years was maintained. This was the first year that a class sold the quota of subscriptions by the deadline. FIELD LIGHTS ADDED Tigardites found their dreams came true when, after many years of hoping, lights were installed on the athletic field. Through support by the Mothers’ and Dads’ Club and the Student Body, 64 General Electric 1500 watt bulbs were obtained, making Tigard’s the best lighted field in the T.Y.V. league. To help pay for the $4,000 cost of the project. Patron Purchaser tickets were sold by the students. The purchase of one of these tickets enabled the owner to attend without charge all home athletic contests. In addition to being used for night football games, the lights may also be used for softball during the summer. D. A. R. GIRL Virginia Balk was chosen by the faculty as the Tigard 'candidate for the Oregon Daughters of the American Revolution award. The two other girls nominated by the senior class were Carol Nissen and Margaret Philip. Virginia is an excellent student anti has specialized in music and dramatics in her course of study. The D. A. R. girls are chosen on the basis of dependability, scholarship, service, leadership, md patriotism. LEAGUE CONFERENCE The Girls’ League played hostess to approximately 150 girls at the 1945 District Girls' League Conference on December 1. Girls from all high schools in Washington and Yamhill counties attended the event. An all-day program was arranged, which included group singing, a round table discussion, and addresses by Mrs. Buena Maris, Dean of Oregon State College, and Miss Hartzfield, Dean of Women at Lewis and Clark College. Sherwood was the co-hostess of the program, the theme of which was “Peace.” Twenty-live

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Nineteenth Senior Edition H i-Spots 3 HARD TIMES DANCE A hard times dance was presented by the Mothers’ and Dads' Club on November 23. The Oregon Trail Blazers, a five-piece costumed orchestra, furnished both old and new tunes for the event. Prizes were awarded for the best costumes, and a ham and door prize were raffled off. The gymnasium was decorated as an old barn, with bales of straw making the effect appear realistic. Because this unusual type of dance has proved so popular and successful, the Mothers’ and Dads' Club voted to make it an annual affair. SENIORS SKIP On May 15, the senior class declared “No school” and ventured to Blue Lake Park, for their Senior Skip day. Each bringing a picnic lunch, the carefree seniors enjoyed an all-day program of softball, swimming, and dancing. This day is made available to the senior class each year so that the seniors may have one last day of enjoyment together before graduation. POST EXAM DANCE The Girl’s League again put on a dance following the midyear exams in January. This dance was paid for by the Girl's League with profits made at the Carnival. Everything, including cake and coke, was free to student body members. The auditorium was decorated to the theme of Candyland.” Large paper candy sticks, ice cream dishes, and suckers as decorations helped to carry out the theme. Music was furnished by the nickelodeon. SPORTS REVIEW Suffering defeat in every one of ten tussles, Tigard experienced its worst football season in the school's history. It was able to muster only 25 points, all of which were scored away from home, to its oppone nts’ 260 points. Merlin White accounted for 19 of these counters while Jerry Kamp was responsible for the remaining 6. White skirted 65 yards to pay dirt in the New-berg game in a run that was a classic. His other touchdown gallops were against Sherwood, when he raced 45 yards after intercepting a bulldog pass, and Tillamook, on an 8-yard buck through tackle. Kamp went 7 yards for his score against Tillamook. The basketball season was almost an exact replica of the foot ball season, with the Tigers victors in only one league game, dropping Newberg, 37-35. Don Amburn, with the score tied, scored the winning basket in the last 10 seconds of the game. MAGAZINE SALES With sales totaling over $1,800, the largest amount in the school’s history, Tigard again completed the yearly magazine sale. Class competition spurred the sales on to new heights as the Junior Class outsold all other classes. Individual high salesman was Roger Temple, a junior, who sold $166 worth of subscriptions. Students selling over $10 in magazine money received a day off from school, as did the winning Juniors. Proceeds from the sales were used by the school to help pay for the athletic field lights. INTERCLASS GAMES The sophomores crushed all opposition to run away with the 1946 inter-class basketball games. Working with clockwork precision, the classy sophs rolled up scores of 62-24 and 47-24 over the seniors and juniors, respectively. In other games, the juniors eked out a 38-27 win over the freshmen and the seniors trounced the freshmen, 48-37. As an added attraction to the finals, the seniors were pitted against a wierdly clad group of Dads, with the former coming out on top. BADMINTON INTERESTS Badminton has become a popular, permanent part of Tigard's extra-curricular activities. Many students have shown keen interest in this sport to attend the weekly meetings. To stimulate interest in the game, a novice tournament was sponsored by the members. Kenny Bader won the nod for boys’ champion, while Midge Philip triumphed in the girls’ division. Heading the list of experi enced racketeers” was Denny Small, Oregon State junior badminton champion. CAPS AND GOWNS Because of the fact that many of the senior boys would be entering the Armed Forces, the class of 1946 chose caps and gowns for their graduation attire. This is the third time in four years that a senior class has decided upon caps and gowns for commencement. The Senior Play May we suggest in a friendly way Why people come to a Senior Play In which the Seniors choose to act And why the auditorium is packed. Old Broadway may produce its stars But there’s nothing much that mars The pleasure that home folks get In seeing locals on the set. They thrill when ‘Jane,’ the lovely maid, Defies the villian unafraid, And when the scoundrel really dies There issue loud, contented sighs. Professionals may come and go And plays be heard on radio But after all, home talent plays Will please the folks in many ways. Twenty-seven