University High School - Clarion Yearbook (Normal, IL)

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LEFT: Solemn seniors listen during Baccalaureate. BELOW: Seniors file into Capen before . graduation. Finally the Big Day Came . . s. . But ow What? an f.1i,a ---A ABOVE: Dr. Laidig lines up soon-to-be graduates. BELOW: Seniors dance in lounge before graduating 20 rf dw .,, t A 1 At the i959 Baccalaureate services, Rever- end Janssen, minister of the Normal Presbyterian Church and father of Senior Jon Janssen, advised the seniors to Claim Your Inheritance. Guy Cornwell, Illinois' first assistant super- intendent of public instruction, was the speaker for Commencement. Through his topic, The Decision ls Yours, he impressed upon the seniors their importance in determining the future. Musical numbers included o vocal solo by Amy Boker and a flute solo by John Johnston. Amy's solo was unexpected--Jim Evans, who was scheduled to sing with Amy, suddenly came down with o throat infection and could not sing. Finally the impatient seniors were awarded their diplomas. Said many seniors at the follow- ing reception, l just lcnew l'd trip when l went to get my diploma. But nobody did.

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Administration Paced Faculty Leadership fins. TOP ROW: Robert G. Bone, president of the University, Harry D. Lovelass, principal. BOTTOM ROW:Miss Ruth Huggins, associate principal, Warren Perry, assistant principal. As usual, the end of summer means it is time for school to start. Consequently, our teachers abruptly end their vacations, consist- ing mostly of summer working, extra studying, occasional traveling, and little loafing. They must return to reality: nine months of hard work always waiting to be done. Their years of teaching and learning blend into a portion of a lifetime. Yet, each year holds a distinct memory for teachers and stu- dents because of the experiences they share. Led by Dr. Lovelass, Miss Huggins, and Mr. Perry, the faculty guided the student body through another successful year outside, as well as inside, the classroom. Dr. Bone was more than a figurehead to University High students. Whether seen boosting U. High teams at games or shaking each graduates hand, Dr. Bone showed his genuine concern and loyalty for U. High. Perhaps you remember seeing two dis- tinguished members of our faculty wearing green and gold letter iackets and ridiculous little beanies to match while riding in the Home- coming parade or hearing one of our esteemed LEFT: Miss Alexander, Miss Eikenberry, and Miss Hayman relax after helping to initiate the four iuniors into Honor Society. BELOW: fg Miss Chiles and Miss Connell, U. High's Latin teachers, pause a moment during the annual Roman banquet. 22