Tigard High School - Tiger Yearbook (Tigard, OR)

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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

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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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4 fb-Spots Nineteenth Senior Edition FOOTBALL BANQUET Fifty-one football turnouts anti their clatls were guests of honor at a banquet dinner, prepared by the mothers of the boys. The main speaker of the evening was Rudy Lockenmeir, KEX sports announcer, with other short talks being given by Mr. Williams, Mr. Hassel, Coaches Adams and Pietila, and Mr. Fowler. A ham dinner was served to the boys and their dads upon a table cleverly decorated in floral design. Jack Lindeman was chosen the outstanding player of the '45 eleven, and Merlin White was voted honorary captain of the team. TIGARD GIRL WINS SHORTHAND AWARD Donna Helms, Junior in Ti gard High, won the State Championship in the all-state tryout in the Radio Shorthand Contest sponsored by Oregon State College, Corvallis. The award was presented by Dr. Theo. Yerian, head of the secretarial department of the Oregon State College. This is the 18th year Tigard has placed first in this state, a record unsurpassed by any other high school. The same class of which Donna is a member placed second in the National Gregg Contest sponsored by the New York Home Office. In this contest, 30,(10(1 students participated. Mrs. F.Kvert, instructor, states Tigard's success in contest work is due to the fine cooperation students have given plus thorough drill and lots of hard work. LEAGUE ELECTIONS Elections for girls league officers for the coming year took place at a special meeting April 2nd. Carolyn Oleman was voted president from a field of three contenders. Other nominees for the office were Alice Watson and Betty Bishop. Reva Munsinger was chosen for the office of vice-president, with Paula Leavitt scheduled to be secretary. Mildred Itel was selected treasurer, Mary Jo Boh-len will be sergeant of arms, Marjorie Oesch was chosen song leader, and Elinor Van Buskirk was named reporter. WHO'S WHO IN THE SENIOR CLASS Presidents—Jack L i n d e m a n, Jerry Kamp, Denny Small, Tom Petersen, Billy May Snyder, Carol Nissen, Margaret Phillip, Ronnie Coffey, Ray Hart, Merlin White, Gordon Brigham, and Betty Miles. Vice Presidents—S h i r I e y Van Vranken, Tom Petersen, Merlin White, Donna Schcckla, Bill Campbell, Bill Riverman, Marion Lefferdink, Wes Brookman, and Ronnie Coffey. Secretaries—June Farris, Doreen Weston, Margaret Phillip, Lois Todd, Eugene Schcckla, Shirley Koch. Treasurers—Virginia Balk, Marilyn Mullen, Phyllis Ringle. The Main Event l.adies and Gentlemen: Tonight the Senior Station has the honor to broadcast the commencement exercise of the Tigard Union High School. Here we are, right by the ring side in the Senior Station already to witness the big event of the season and one of the greatest attractions ever given in this auditorium. Huge crowds are storming the doors. It promises to be a battle of wits. Here they come, folks. Here they come—contestants. They are marching in two by two. They are taking their seats on the stage. A fine brawny, brainy gang they are, too, with a high amateur standing. After a long indoor campaign coached by that perennial promoter, T.R.F., they are ready to join the major league. They appear to be in the pink of condition. The boys look uncomfortable and the girls look pretty enough to win a decision from any referee. They're off! They’re off! Some chap is making an address of welcome. No doubt it is the Class President. He looks sad, maybe it is his natural expression. Now, folks, a great treat is coming. Miss Somebody is going to sing, she is bowing to the audience, they are going wild with enthusiasm. She is singing an Aria” from some Opery. Next we have an oration by a young oratorical middle weight. Subject is Why is Democracy a Failure.” She is faltering. She can't remember her speech. Her expression brightens—she finished her speech. We are betting heavily on the next number. The Triple Trio will warble some very tuneful numbers. The crowd seems to like it. Now other numbers are following in a planned order. Several home runs and no errors. What do you know, folks? Here comes the president of the Board of Education. He is a genial guy with the flash of an electric bulb. He is about to award the diplomas. Not an entry was scratched. There’s a record to be proud of, friends, and one that is unusual in the education world. The marks that teachers give you depend upon their reactions to your individual peculiarities. Will the sum total of all these reactions manifest themselves into scholarships for fortunate few? Now, friends, our time is about gone; in conclusion, 1 would like to say that, the winners, the graduates arc trying to l x k modest and arc receiving the congratulations of their loving friends and everybody is happy, even the umpire. twenty-eight