Van Wert High School - Excalibur Yearbook (Van Wert, OH)

Text from Pages 1 - 152 of the 1962 volume:

3 1833 01852 4295 ls£?J mm 1 H I 1 . I • w T ■ I PUBLISHED BY: THE SENIOR CLASS VAN WERT HIGH SCHOOL VAN WERT, OHIO VOLUME XLIV IXCALIB 962 A ma Mat ex O Van Wert High, the school we love, Our true devotion we would prove; Thy traditions gladly share, Thy noble banner proudly bear. In our work and in our play We ' ll ever strive to lead the way. School we love, on us rely, The loyal youth of Van Wert High. 3igdt Song We ' re loyal to you, Van Wert High; We ' re all staunch and true, Van Wert High; We ' ll back you to stand Against the best in the land For we know you will win, Van Wert High. Rah! Rah! Go crashing ahead, Van Wert High; Go smashing ahead, Van Wert High; Our team is our faith protector, Our boys will all expect A victory from you, Van Wert High. Rah! Rah! le o Contents Heading Title p age i Table of Contents 2 CfVeCUtig Letter to Students 4 DOdy Seniors 8 Academics 36 Student Life 52 Sports 92 Classes 110 C lOSin Community 124 Signature Autographs Migdty Cougars Here are the mighty Cougars, The Best team in the Land, Here are the mighty Cougars, We sure think they ' re grand, Here are the mighty Cougars, They ' re going to Fight with all their might! Here are the mighty Cougars, They ' re going to win this game tonight! ■«■ ! Dear Students: As we look back on our past four years we recall many scenes of our high school days. These events bring back the memories of real- ized hopes and the disappointments we have shared. We have watched each other grow tall and straight, forming the ideals toward which we will always strive. In 1958 we entered the halls of Van Wert High School very ' green ' freshmen. We remem- ber trying to adjust to our new surroundings and in our confusion, making many mistakes. As Freshmen we thought how long it would be until we were Seniors, we thought these four years would last forever. But now, as Seniors, we realize how quickly time has passed, and how much more we could have done in that time. The girls remember GAA. initiations. The many different things they were compelled to do are unbelievable. They will probably never forget the paste, tapioca, mud, lipstick and other conglomerations of things that they walked in and had smeared on their faces. After receiving this treatment they went uptown and crawled across Main Street on their hands and knees, singing songs. The next stop was the Y.M.C.A. where they were laughed at by the upperclass boys. Finally they went to the school for the induction ceremony. They had been through the worst and this ceremony was very impressive. After it was over everyone de- cided it wasn ' t so bad after all. We remember the flood. On the night of February 9, 1958, two days of rain and frozen ground terminated in one of the worst disasters the citizens of Van Wert could remember. It began in the west section of town with water filled streets and drains backing up into basements; and by morning the flooding waters of the creek had moved downtown. It was an- nounced there could be no school; it subsequently remained closed the next four days. Inevitably the mayor called a state of emergency and, though no lives were lost, much property damage resulted. We can all remember the loss to homes on Spencer Drive, tales of people rescued at the last minute; and, in the school, the hump in the gym floor and the girls ' gym clothes hung up to dry. Van Wert ' s flood is something that will long be remembered and talked about as ' the worst flood since 1913. ' Our next year, 1959-60, saw many changes in our attitude. We grew more involved and ever busier in our high school events. We remember Vocal Varieties. Some Enchanted Evening became a reality for some twenty sophomores as they were a part of the a capella choir for the first time. We never will forget South Pacific and its Bali Hai and Honey Bun or Oklahoma with its chicks and ducks. Remember the Toledo Tournament? The 1959-60 basketball team had the best season in the history of our school. We had fourteen victories and only three losses. In this wonderful season our team fought their way to the Dis- trict tournament at Toledo. This was an exciting experience in which the whole student body participated. Several bus loads of students went to the game to back the team. The enthusiasm was something none of us will ever forget. Another sports event of that year, but one with a different impact, was the Bryan- Van Wert football game. Van Wert, through hard practice and terrific teamwork had had for four years an undefeated football team which won 46 games. Inevitably the time had to come in which our fortune would turn. Early in the 1960 football season the Cougars met defeat at the hands of the Bryan Golden Bears. Valiantly our team fought, playing their hearts out, but relentlessly time marched on. 1960-61, we agree our Junior year was the best and busiest. We realized that for some of us college was not far off. There were tests to take, choice of college or career to think about, and the task of keeping up our grades. We remember the science fairs which were interesting to all who went, for the exhibit halls were filled with every conceivable scientific object from tad- poles to model atom smashers. Our Junior year also brought forth the beginning of the first Junior Achievement Companies here in Van Wert. The purpose of J. A., we learned, was to help teenagers learn how busi- nesses are established, managed and produce products for sale. Everything was new to us and we had fun learning. The hardest job was to sell the product. But after seven months we all became expert sales- men and had a preview of the business world. If ' variety is the spice of life ' then the class of 1962 can be said to have this kind of flavor. An abundance of talent was easily found to help produce the various types of plays during our four years. Project! Speak slower and louder. The famous words of our di- rectors. After late hours of studying and rehearsing our lines, costumes, layers of make-up, back-stage fun and opening night jitters, we have our per- formance. Everyone is so excited and nervous — even the stage crew. Then — get ready — you ' re on! The knees shake; but after people forgetting lines and some- one or something falling, the curtains close and we take our final bows. Our most rewarding moment was hearing the applause. Although we were only amateurs, we felt like pros on Broad- way. Some of the wonderful plays we ' ve presented were: Teahouse of the Au- gust Moon, Harvey, The Big Fisherman, and A Man Called Peter. We had laughs, we had tears, but we always had fun. We remember our pride and joy — Prom. We had the exciting experience of giving the Seniors a prom which was certainly something to be proud of! The theme, It ' s Almost Tomorrow was carried out beautifully with the Bridge of Tomorrow as the center piece. Now in our final year we begin in real earnest to work towards our life after graduation. The College Boards were an obstacle most of our college bound Seniors had to face. At the end of the three hour examination most of us were ready to admit that there were a few things we had not yet learned. The next week, however, those who had taken it were more attentive in class (at least for a little while). We ' re with you team, so fight. this is the feeling that some 2000 high school students and adults placed into the hearts of the Van Wert football team at the bonfire the night before the Cold- water game. For just a few hours the players were able to forget about the upcoming battle and appreciate the fine school spirit we have in Van Wert. These boosters ' cheers told the boys that the town stood behind them in victory, but also in defeat. At the time no one fully appreciated what the citi- zens were doing, but as we think about it we are so grateful for that gesture and will never forget it. Many Seniors will remember this year has been very busy. Those on the Scarlet Quill and Excalibur Staffs will never forget the hurrying to meet dead- lines. In between those deadlines and staff meetings we tried to crowd in our homework and spent many sleepless nights after meetings studying for tests. When the year started we were all very inexperienced about the work that went into organizing a book and paper for publication; but, as the year pro- gressed, we learned and soon knew just what had to be done to make our pub- lications the best. During our Senior year began the construction of the much needed addi- tion to our high school. We were all in- terested in its progress, even though we knew our class would graduate before its completion. Who can forget the day they tore up the sidewalks and ripped out the trees and began laying out the foundation? The constant pounding and clanging was a sound we knew we would have to get used to. Even in the worst of weather the building con- tinued, the girders are going up at this writing and the contractor has assured us everything will be completed by next September. Thus, we are the last class to graduate from the high school as it is now standing. We have witnessed a closer knitting of class spirit and unity of purpose de- velop through the years and now re- gret seeing everyone scatter. As we grow older the memory of high school will slowly fade; its importance will be replaced by other things such as col- lege, careers, and later on, families, but the time we have spent in the halls of Van Wert High School will always hold a corner in our hearts. As you look through this book we hope you will remember some of the things we have cited and can benefit from our memories, failures and achievements. fc J££ T ' jUaSS to jJLvaua , £ - , - ' 10 Vice-President — Phil Giessler Treasurer — Janice Sherburn President — Tom Poling Secretary — Linda Mason ADAMS, PAT AGLER, DAN AGLER, FRANK AGLER, DAVID AGLER, ED As Seniors we gam new knowledge . . . ALDRICH, BARBARA ANTUS, RICHARD ASHBAUGH, DEBBIE ASHBAUGH, GAYLE BAGLEY, CONNIE BATES, TERRY BECKLER, BARBARA BELL, JIM BLACKMORE, PHYLLIS BLAKE, BARBARA and learn new skills BROWN, CARL BROWN, PAUL COBB, STEVE CHAVARRIA, JOHN BUSCH, CHARLES 13 CROSBY, ALLEN CROSLEY, MARY DeVOGEL, GERN CUSTER, TERRY As Seniors we learn to express our ideas . . . DOWLER, LARRY DOYLE, KATHLEEN DuCHENEY, DONNA DAVIS, JACK DuVALL, SUE EALY, BILL 14 EDWARDS, ELLEN ELDER, MARY ANN ELLERBROCK, DENNIS EMERY, JIM FAILS, JIM . and broaden our understanding of others. FREE, JACK FOSS, BEVERLY FAWCETT, DENNIS FERRELL, JIM FLESHER, CONNIE V 15 GAMBLE, TRINA GEHRES, DAVID GILLILAND, BEVERLY GEISMAN, PAT GEISSLER, PHIL As S eniors 4ii we delve into new worlds of thoughts . GILLILAND, PAUL GREEN, BOB GRIBLER, JUDY GUNSETT, DAVID HAMMOND, GARY HARTMAN, RON KEITH, BILL HEDGES, NANCY HENKLE, SANDRA HERMINGHUYSEN, STEVE HIGH, CHERI . and help each other appreciate them. HIPSLEY, KAREN HURLEY, ROY KANABLE, CAROL JONES, MORGAN i li jTMA k KEPHART, PENNY KLAUSING, GALE KRUGH, BOB As Seniors we learn to work with others . . KNODEL, MIKE KOHLER, MIKE 1 ■ ] ...w il ' 1 1 ' JBk$ % «i ™ Six . ' ' ■, P ..; B ta -vjii g r E jfl Km y y 5E5 to lB m S j§Lm LEONARD, BOB LIANEZ, DAVE LODGE, ANDREA LONGWELL, FRANK LOUTH, KRISTI LUCE, SUSAN MCCOY, JOE fcj L . as we develop new interests on our own. MCKEDDIE, SANDRA MCLEAN, LINDA MCNALL, FLORENCE MCMICHAEL, CAROLE MCMICHAEL, BARBARA v ■-■ ' ■ •■ ■- ■■■ .. r, - m  .u m m m 2i HnMMgmgMgHUnMBHMni MARSH, MARGO MARTIN, MIKE METZ, LARRY MASON, LINDA As Seniors we discover the value of companionship MILLER, GLENN MILLER, JIM MILLER, RICHARD MYERS, BETTY MATTHEWS, ROY NEIFORD, JUDY SPEAKMAN, KAREN SPEARMAN, SHARON STANLEY, MIKE STEGAMAN, DIANNA STEINMETZ, MICHELLE ... as we realize that we will soon be parting. TERRY, CAROL STENGER, KAREN STERRETT, SANDRA SWITZER, JIM STRALEY, JIM tm «Wsr 1 f -. vt-1 s i THATCHER, CHARLES THOMAS, SALLY UNCAPHER, PETE TODD, BOB TOMCZAK, KAREN As Seni emovs we wonder about the future . VAN METRE, MAX WAGONROD, RICK WALTERS, RON WHITE, STEVE WIEDENMANN, SUSAN rQ- mm Wm us !► •  BEST FIGURE AND PHYSIQUE Linda Mason and Ron Walters Senior 3or MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Mary Ann Shackley and Alan Witten BEST DANCERS Karen Tomczak and Allen Crosby MOST COURTEOUS Molly Pennell and Mike Knodel 26 BEST DRESSED Connie Bagley and Paul Gilliland Review 62 MOST ATHLETIC Sandy McKeddie and Gary Hammond BEST PERSONALITY Mary Wierwille and Phil Giessler MOST STUDIOUS Susan Wiedenmann and Charles Busch WITTIEST Beverly Gilliland and Jack Davis 27 MOST DEPENDABLE Ann Pennell and John Chavarria Bacca aureafe, Sunday, May 27, 1962 The end of formal schooling for many Seniors is marked by the High School Graduation Exercises. The Baccalaureate Service, traditionally held in the Stadium, was driven inside this year because of bad weather. Rev. Robert McCachran from the First Presbyterian Church gave the sermon entitled One Life to Give. The Acapella Choir sang two selections, The Creation and Psalm 150. The processional and re- cessional were very beautifully played by Brenda Cowan. The Colors chosen by the class were Blue and White; the Flower, the Blue Larkspur; and the Motto, Though time will destroy us, our accomplishments will endure. 28 Commencement, Suesday, May 29, 1962. The day that one hundred and thirty-nine students had looked forward to for twelve years finally arrived on May 29, 1962. All heads were turned skyward, and eager, but soon disappointed faces scanned the sky hoping that rain would not come until the Graduation Ceremonies were concluded. Unfortunately Mr. Weatherman did not hear their pleading for in the late afternoon rain fell driving Commence- ment inside and making this class the first one to hold both the Baccalaureate and Commence- ment Exercises indoors. At 6:30 in the evening Dr. James L. Doenges from Anderson, Indiana, addressed the class, and the Board of Education presented the diplomas. 30 31 Susan Wiedenmann and Alan Witten were presented the American Legion awards for outstanding seniors. enwv Award: The Pi Rho Zeta Sorority awarded a trophy to Betty Myers as Debater of the year. Dave Gehres received an award from the American Chemical Society. Florence McNall received the Betty Crocker Homemaker Award. A special award presented by Black, Inc. went to Mary Ann Shackley as Van Wert County Junior Citizen of the Year. Susan Wiedenmann was given the Six-Thirty Club scholarship for nursing. For placing high in the county, Carol Terry was presented the DAR Good Citizenship Award. 32 Our representatives to Boy ' s State were Charles Thatcher, Tom Poling, and Steve Wyandt. Phil Giessler was our representative to the United Nations. Carol Terry and Florence McNall were our representatives to the D.A.R. Ann Pennell, Penny Kephart, and Mary Ann Shackley represented our school at Girl ' s State. 33 Andrea Lodge and Charles Busch received Admission with Distinction to Miami University at Oxford, Ohio. Alan Witten was chosen by the Senior Class, in coopera- tion with the Scarlet Quill, as the Senior Citizen of the Year. The Favorite Teacher Award, a gift certificate for film strips to be used in the social studies department, was presented to Mr. Coon by Molly Pennell. As President of the Student Council, Phil Giessler accepted the 1962 Excalibur, which was dedicated to all the students. Mary Ann Shackley received a Letter of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Test for her high rating. 34 35 36 ? 4 Z ' yiv w c 37 Administration Mr. Ralph Gallapoo — Advisor Advisory opinions The tasks of registration, counseling, and guidance, plus daily routine responsibilities such as checking attendance, taking care of daily announcements, discipline problems, scheduling classes and getting out reports of all descriptions, fall into the capable hands of the people pictured on this page: Mr. Robert Baker, our understanding and energetic prin- cipal; his chief office assistants, Alice Ann Shaw and Mary Shackley, and our guidance counselor and friend, Mr. Ralph Gallapoo. Mr. Robert Baker — Principal Alice Ann Shaw Mary Shackley 38 Mary Ehman Lavon Terry Mr. Earl Branfield — Superintendent of Schools Correlating all school activities is the responsibility of the Van Wert Board of Education and the Super- intendent of the Van Wert City Schools. Mr. Bran- field, our Superintendent these past two years, has faced during this time the problems every superintend- ent is confronted with, but has also spent much of his time, assisted by the school board, in expediting the construction of the new school facilities in Van Wert. Earl W. Branfield, Cyril Bectol, Roy E. Harvey, Orin Deal, William R. Poling, Dr. N. L. Marxen 39 Bus Vvivevs Patience and an unfailing sense of humor are two of the prerequisites for school bus drivers and Van Wert High is fortunate in having the services of two men who possess these attributes plus an awareness of the responsibility which their jobs entail. Mr. Taylor and Mr. Van Eman performed admir- ably in compiling their fine record of safety. Janitors A great deal of credit must be extended to our custodians, Mr. Thomas and Mr. Wheeler for the fine job they have done in keeping our school shipshape under the most difficult circum- stances. Although the construc- tion added immeasurably to their task, these gentlemen have maintained their good humor and high standard of efficiency. Administration in Action The basic principle of Mr. Turner ' s Law. 41 1 . i g II r s 1 . ' a —- y ■fa- n pi Cmguage Throughout the four years of high school, each student is required to take courses in English. These courses aim to teach the students to speak and write better English. The Freshmen English classes start with the learning of good grammar us- age, sentence structure, theme writing, spelling and vocabulary. This year the Freshmen used the Reader ' s Digest as a vocabulary guide and aid. Their read- ing was a composite of world literature. English II begins with Miss Lown putting emphasis on punctuation and finishing with a study of Shakespeare, the theatre and Julius Caesar. They also study reading techniques. Mrs. Brooks and Mrs. Jarvis have the Junior English classes this year in which they are studying American Literature as a heritage. They are all learning to write perfect paragraphs and better composition. 42 Arts Mrs. Jarvis ' s Senior English spent the year preparing for college with a study on literature appreciation and comprehension. Although Latin is said to be a dead language, Mrs. White proved to Latin students that it is not only fascinating, but can also be a great aid in the ex- tension of vocabulary. French is a growing language in Van Wert High. There are now three courses of French. Mrs. Brooks starts French I learning the fundamentals and vocabu- lary. French II is centered around the learning and using of the different tenses of verbs. The advanced group, French III, studies the history of France, art and French literature. 43 cience Determination, accuracy and interest are three of the basic qualities which a math and science student must have in order to secure success. Tomorrow ' s scientists are being trained in the class- rooms today. Our scientific course starts in the Freshman year with a general course of physical and bio- logical sciences, while an informative course in biology is offered the sopho- mores. The upper classmen further their scientific potentialities by means of a thorough study of Physics and Chemistry. We are led through these different channels by our well qualified teachers: Mr. Kesler, Mr. Livingston, Mr. Turner and Mr. Hablitzel. 44 And Maffi Van Wert Hi students are the proud possessors of the qualities named above, plus many others which aid them in their pursuits of mathematics. They can often be seen working industriously under the supervision of Miss Stahl, Mr. Smith and Mr. Hablitzel until they have finally arrived at the correct an- swer to a complicated problem. Mathe- matics has often been called The Queen of the Sciences because it plays such an important part in the work of every science. 45 Commercial Courses Our commercial courses are among the most popular of all the electives. Mr. Katterheinrich and Mr. Bricker have trained and prepared hundreds of Van Wert students to step forth directly into the business world or seek further training at business schools. D.C.T. assists those students who wish to embark on an on-the-job train- ing course. They go to school half-a-day and work for a cooperating business in the afternoon learning and earning. 46 Soda Science From 500,000 B.C. until today 1962 A.D. and into the future, important events have happened and will happen from which we may gain valuable lessons. The social science curriculum provides us with information of these events, so that we may take advantage of the experiences of other civilizations as well as our own in the past. It also gives us a closer insight into todays complex society, the people who in- habit it and how we may extend our American heritage to the whole world. 47 Manual draining Mechanical Drawing, or drafting, taught by Mr. Weaver, is one of our most interesting classes. An overall preparation of mechanical drawing in- cluding drafting gives the student help in the architectural planning of their future homes. Our metal and wood shops are under the guidance of Mr. Manken and Mr. Klutka whose students turn out every year many lovely pieces of furniture and metal pieces. In these projects also it is best to make a plan or working drawing of the article to be made. 48 Physical draining These people are in charge of the physical education program of Van Wert High School. In Miss Sanford ' s gym classes for girls, which meet twice a week, one period is spent on exercises and the other on such sports as volley- ball, basketball, or softball. Mr. Cline ' s and Mr. Brazen ' s boy ' s classes also emphasize physical fitness. The Bongo- board, the jumping rope, and all the running will always be remembered by their students. Mr. Coon continues this program through his voluntary after- school training class for interested boys. 49 3ine Arts One of the most anticipated moments for the student body is the perform- ances by the band and choir. Mr. Hall and the band spend many hours learn- ing the fabulous music we hear at the concerts, contest, assemblies and foot- ball games. Mr. Schaufelberger is busy always preparing the choir for concerts, contest and our annual vocal varieties. Last but not least the art department under the supervision of Mr. Dunn is working diligently to learn the different types of art, making posters, paintings and other beautiful pieces. 50 Home Arts •rary Ads Future homemakers learn many skills which are fascinating and practi- cal. They perfect cooking and sewing talents and pursue the many household arts. Under the instruction of Miss Dorothy Block they study pattern read- ing and home efficiency methods. They learn to slip cover and refinish furni- ture and study decorating. They study and prepare foreign and party cooking as well as balanced meals. Every phase of home economics is covered, from budget planning to selective appliance purchasing. They spend a little time on wiring, lighting and fuses and delve deep into the many facets of home planning and management. The high school library, under the di- rection of Mrs. Clarence Cropper, is one of Van Wert High School ' s most val- ued assets. Containing approximately three thousand biographies, fiction books, encyclopedias, magazines and pamphlets, it is a constant source of vital information. Through the library students collect knowledge and do re- search work on every imaginable topic. It is ideally situated and is the center for gatherings at noon or for committee meetings. The Library is a cheerful spot whose helpful librarians and studious atmosphere has enabled everyone to profit by its existence. 51 52 r Pfrt bw l eft 53 1962 Homecoming Queen Homecoming was one of the loveliest nights and most beautiful dances of the year. At the beginning of an exciting game with Wapak, Miss Judith Ann Gribler was crowned 1962 Homecoming Queen by the 1961 Queen, Miss Jean Ann Campton. Queen Judy was pre- sented with her scepter and roses by the co- captains of the football team, Charles Busch and Tom Poling. Queen Judy and her lovely court, Miss Mary Wierwille, Miss Carol Greis- inger, Miss Jill McCollum, and Miss Jackie Roberts, presided over the last home football game of the 1961-1962 season. Following the game, the class officers es- corted Queen Judy and her attendants to their thrones in the Lincoln Auditorium where they were welcomed by a fanfare from Ray Giant and his band. There they reigned over the tra- ditional Homecoming Dance which, held every year, highlights the fall season and honors the Queen, her court, and the football team. The theme, Moonlight Becomes You, was executed in colors of Midnight Blue and White. Suspended from the false ceiling was a moon and tiny twinkling stars which realistically shed soft moonlight. The Queen and her court received gifts during intermission from the Excalibur staff, which sponsored Homecoming. Homecoming I 55 Molly Pennell, Assistant Editor Mr. Ferrell, Advisor Mary Ann Shackley, Editor Chuck Busch, Sports Editor Mary Wierwille, Activities Editor Pat Adams, Art Editor Karen Tomczak, Assistant Art Editor Tom Poling, Assistant Photography Editor Linda Mason, Photography Editor Jim Miller, Photographer Gxcaliuur A large and eager staff under the supervision of advisor, Gordon Ferrell, worked hard against many odds, particularly that of time, to produce an outstanding Excalibur which would be a credit to the Class of 1962. The many hours the 1962 staff devoted to this book are sym- bolized by the words See you at the meeting tonight. As these meetings progressed, our yearbook slowly developed into an accurate account of the past years and a col- lection of our impressions of 1962. During the year there were many problems of money management which plagued the business staff, while the editorial staff had the problems of drawing up a dummy, taking pictures, and organizing words into stories for the book. 56 Sandy McKeddie, Business Manager Mike Martin, Assistant Business Manager Kay Williman, Business Manager Advertising Staff Some of the projects that the Excalibur Staff have undertaken are the selling of candy bars, Better Bars, and also the beanies and bracelets remaining from former staffs, and, of course, the big project of sponsoring the Homecoming Ac- tivities. As the book grew, the staff de- vised new and different ideas to incorporate into the pages of this Excalibur. With the fine assistance of the principal and the faculty members, the staff managed to meet the final deadline and to pre- sent to the student body the 1962 Excalibur. Phil Giessler, Assistant Continuity Editor Alan Witten, Continuity Editor Bev Gilliland, Sales Manager Susan Luce, Sales Manager 57 Frank Longwell — Editor-in-Chief Miss Lown — Advisor Bill Ealy — Circulation Manager Steve Herminghuyser — Jr. High Editor Jim Miller — Photographer Bill Shock — Exchange Editor Jim Fails — Activity Editor Denny Fawcett — Sports Editor Connie Flesher — Activity Editor ScAvlet The 1961-62 Scarlet Quill started a giant and successful snowball rolling with its first issue on November 17. The motto for the year was Drive! Drive! Drive! Among the many commendable accom- plishments of this organization were a number of subscription sales, a giant page issue for the Christmas holidays, and a press banquet for all members at the end of the year. 58 Mary Ann Elder — Advertising Editor Kay Williman — Business Manager Mike Stanley — Circulation Manager Reporters — Betty Myers, Karen Tomczak, Karen Speakman, Jim Straley, Lawrence Presler, Bob Games, Glenn Miller, Linda Mason, Carol Kanable, Karen Stenger Ouill At the Press Banquet mem- bers received awards for points accumulated during the year for outstanding work. Under the watchful eye of Miss Lown, many long hours were put in by Frank Longwell and his staff towards the suc- cess of the paper. It was time well spent, for it made this year ' s Quill the best ever. Frank Longwell — Editor Typists — Julie Young, Kristi Louth, Donna DuCheney, Janice Sherburn, Trina Gamble, Kathy Doyle, Karen Secaur, Kay Schaadt, Linda Leiter, Debbie Ashbaugh, Dick Miller, Mike Stanley 59 Row 1: Judy Dickerhoff. Row 2: G. Klausing, Judy Neiford. Row 3: J. Showalter, E. Edwards, J. Nihiser. Row 4: F. Agler, L. Dowler, R. Matthews, D. Ellerbrock, Mr. Clem. V. 0. c. The Vocational Indus- trial Club, better known as Diversified Cooperative Train- ing, trains a student in his chosen field of labor during his Junior and Senior years of High School. It allows these students to attend classes one part of the day and work in their chosen occupation the other part of the day. Social events of this Club include: monthly meetings, after-game dances, Employer-Employee Banquet and trips to Columbus to District meetings. Officers are: President, Gale Klausing; Vice President, Ronnie Roberts; Secretary, Ellen Edwards; Treasurer, Frank Agler; Sergeant-at-arms, Larry Dowler; Reporter, Jerry Nihiser and Advisor, Mr. James Clem. Science Clu£ The main goal of the Science Club is to stimulate interest in the many and varied fields of science. Many of the monthly meetings are spent in the preparation of projects for the District Science Fair, which is the highlight of the year ' s program. Officers are: President, David Gehres; Vice-President, Jim Brickner; Secretary, Charles Brickner; Treasurer, Ronnie Shell; Advisor, Mr. Hablitzel. t 1 i Row 1: S. Smith, R. Shell, C. Brickner, D. Gehres, J. Brickner, D. Poling, T. Compton. Row 2: T. Schultz, J. B. Sampsell, G. Poling, B. Pheneger, B. Bagley. Row 3: R. Grandstaff, A. Poole, S. Kephart. Row 4: Mr. Hablitzel. Row 1: J. Games, S. White, S. Kephart, K. Briggs. Row 2: J. McCollum, C. Winters, S. Schwartz, G. Davis, P. Endicott. Row 3: P. Feigert, M. Rager, T. Bebout, D. Keith, G. Gribler, G. Duncan, Mr. Baker. Row 4: J. Gribler, M. Wierwille, C. Bagley, K. Tomczak, F. Longwell, P. Giessler, R. Walters, T. Poling, C. Busch, L. Mason. The Student Council is the representative body of the students of Van Wert High School. Members are chosen from the four classes by their fellow classmates. Special problems concerning the students or the efficient running of the school can be brought before the Student Council with the assurance that prompt action will be taken. Mr. Baker, the advisor, is always available for con- sultation on these matters. This year the council was in charge of planning Dad ' s Night, The Turkey Wobble, special Christmas project and various other activities. The officers are: President, Phil Giessler; Vice-President, Tom Bebout; Secretary- Treasurer, Sharyl Schwartz. Student Council 61 A Man Called Peter A Man Called Peter, written by Catherine Marshall, depicts the true story of a great dedicated minister, an unusual and memorable man, whose inspirational leadership has made its mark on thousands of people. The portion of his life revealed in the play deals with the problems of the young people of his Church and the influence of other members of his congregation. In the play, as in the book, Mrs. Marshall brings forth her husband ' s story and the story of their life together. She makes us remember again the great influence Dr. Marshall had on the lives of many people. Everyone associated with the play felt the significance and deep meaning of each word for it held a rare combination of humor with a sincere message — that of faith in God and un- selfish Christian charity. 62 fine Cast The production of A Man Called Peter starred Allan Crosby as Peter Marshall, a dedicated young minister; Ann Pennell as Catherine Marshall, his wife; Tom Compton as Peter John Marshall, their small son; Glenn Miller as Allan Talbot, a young man; Brenda Gilliland as Judith Bickle, his maiden aunt; Susan Poling as Jesse Bickle, her sister; Joyce Purmort as Susan Grant, a con- fused young girl; Karen Tomczak as Marian Grant, her mother; Gary Duncan as Steven Grant, Susan ' s father; Bill Keith as George Yost, who is engaged to Susan; Jim Miller as Joe Keating, an underprivileged youth; Dennis Fawcett as Senator Polk, a U. S. Senator; Linda Mohr as Nancy Everetts, a h igh school senior; Susan Taylor as Barbara Logan, another senior; and Mary Ann Shackley as Hulda, an inefficient housekeeper. jq i limn. 63 National Snespians Row 1: Mr. Waldron. Row 2: T. Compton, P. Geisman, M. A. Shackley. Row 3: E. Thomas, J. Purmort, B. Gilliland, L. Mohr. Row 4: A. Pennell, S. Poling, S. Taylor, K. Tomczak, B. Myers, J. Showalter. Row 5: G. Duncan, J. Miller, L. Presler, G. Miller, D. Fawcett, A. Crosby, B. Keith. fj National Thespians is an honorary Speech organization under the super- vision of Mr. Waldron. To be a member a person must receive ten points by either being in a school play or helping on one of the crews. National Forensic League is a Na- tional speech organization. To become a member a student must acquire twenty-five points by entering speech or debate tournaments. Mr. Ferrell is the advisor of this club. N. 3. C. Row 1: A. Witten, J. B. Sampsell, L. Mohr, B. Myers, P. Geisman, A. Crosby, S. Poling, Mr. Ferrell. Row 2: P. Kanney, P. Fell, D. Dull, F. Sheehan, D. Conners, T. Shultz, M. A. Shackley. Row 3: S. Burley, N. Good, S. Stump, M. Rager. Row 4: N. Anderson, S. Taylor, J. Roberts. Row 5: D. Lianez. Row 1 Row 2 Row 3 Row 4 Row 5 A. Witten. M. Stanley, P. Giessler. J. Purmort, L. Presler, B. Leonard. S. White, T. Poling, C. Busch, D. Gehres. B. Ealy, F. Longwell, B. Shock, J. Fails, J. Ferrell, S. Wyandt. junior Rofarians Each year a select group of senior men are chosen by the Honors Committee to represent our High School at the meetings of the Van Wert Rotary Club. It is the obligation of these fellows to report all upcoming High School events at each weekly meeting which is held at 12:00 noon at Whitehall Inn. Two of these members attend all of the meet- ings for one month. The Junior Rotarians for the month of February also attend the Rotary Ann Valentine Banquet. The purpose of the V Club is to encourage high standards of sports- manship and clean living. The V Club promotes a feeling of honor and respect among its members. The wearer of a V carries with him the high responsibility of up- holding the school ' s honor at all times and in all things. The officers are president, Gary Hammond; vice-president, Bob Leonard; secretary-treasurer, Jack Davis; and advisor, Mr. Livingston. Row 1: Mr. Livingston, J. Gribler, C. Bagley, M. Wierwille, D. DuCheney, J. McCollum, M. Rager, D. Gunsett, J. Davis, P. Giessler. Row 2: R. Hartman, T. Geething, T. Poling, L. Mengerink, J. Straley, J. Tindall, B. Leonard, D. Myers. Row 3: T. Bebout, G. Gribler, J. Ferrell, M. Knodel, R. Walters, R. Pankratz. Row 4: J. McCoy, C. Busch, D. Keith, T. Ralston. Row 5: J. Bell, G. Hammond, D. Lianez. Row 6: D. Fawcett. Row 1: Miss Lown, C. Flesher, N. Hedges, N. Doner, M. McCracken, P. Nelson, L. Mason, J. Sherburn, K. Holtkamp, B. Fell, K. Tomczak, B. Lintermoot, S. Terry, P. Feigert, B. Cotterman, Mrs. Cropper. Row 2: S. Luce, K. Speakman, F. McNall, B. Senne- bogen, K. Schaadt, K. Secaur, A. Pennel, C. Hirn, K. Stittsworth, D. Wilson, C. Greisinger, B. Cowan, K. Klein, K. Doyle, M. Shackley. Row 3: M. Wierwille, D. DuCheney, J. Gribler, J. Leiter, C. Agler, K. Linser, D. Gribler, M. Cryer, C. McMichael, M. A. Makuh, L. Mohr, M. Rager, K. Williman, M. Ries. Row 4: C. Bagley, P. Kephart, P. Adams, T. Gamble, P. Geisman, K. Louth, C. High, L. Harrow, B. Balliet, G. Robey, S. DuVall, L. Leiter, D. Ashbaugh, S. Haller, C. Partin. Row 5: B. Meyers, J. Geisman, B. Rowland, M. Droll, J. Fox, M. Stemen, M. Marsh, B. McMichael, E. Ed- wards, S. Henkle. Senior li-freeus The Senior Y-Teens is an organization that gives Junior and Senior girls the opportunity of becoming better Christian women. During the year, in addition to regular monthly meet- ings, special projects are completed. These in- cluded a bake sale, The Hanging of the Greens at Christmas, the sending of favors to Homes for the Aged, a joint Valentines dance and a joint meeting with the Hi-Y. The officers: President, Molly Pennell; Vice- President, Kathy Holtkamp; Secretary, Janice Sherburn; Treasurer, Bev Fell. The advisors: Miss Lown and Mrs. Cropper. 66 junior Ij eens Row 1: Miss Stahl, D. Scerba, J. McCollum, G. Roebke, B. Dasher, L. Loyer, C. Houg, S. Swartz, M. McCachran, J. Richey, K. Elston, S. Taylor, J. Purmort, K. King, Mrs. Brooks. Row 2: D. Bowersock, C. Winters, J. Walters, K. Parker, D. Allen, K. Briggs, B. Roggenkemper, S. Harrington, B. Cotterman, N. Good, D. Connors, C. Feasby, J. Hall. Row 3: S. Poling, J. Droll, L. Rolsten, K. Emery, S. McMillen, S. Prichard, M. Coyle, S. Geisman, J. Huzzar, D. Sielscott, P. Height, C. Craig, D. Burk, L. Hoffman, A. Harrington, B. Roggenkemper, J. Hooker, M. Hover- man. Row 4: A. Lake, J. Thatcher, C. Harrington, S. Webster, N. Block, M. Miller, J. Giesey, C. Wehage, B. Russell, S. Mefford, M. Miracle, G. Mosier, J. Mason, J. Fire- stone, K. Laemmle, L. Knittle, K. Runnion, R. Jones. Row 5: P. Warden, J. Branfield, C. Gipe, K. Klutka. The Junior Y-Teens have sought to combine social living and Christian principles into everyday living. During the year, the Y-Teens have attented an impressive candlelight induc- tion service, a joint meeting with the Junior Hi-Y, a Christmas caroling program, a Mother and Daughter Tea, Hanging of the Greens, a Y-Teens Spring Dance, and the club joined with the Senior Y-Teens in the sponsoring of the Valentine Dance. The Junior Y-Teens have had a very enjoyable and worthwhile year due to the enthusiasm of the members and the efforts of our advisors Miss Stahl and Mrs. Brooks. The officers of the Junior Y-Teens have really been an outstanding group and have carried out their positions with fine leadership. The girls who held these positions were Sharyl Schwartz as president, Marilyn McCachran serving as vice-president, Cheryl Houg, sec- retary, and Janis Richey, treasurer. Junior Y-Teens is indeed a vital activity in the school and helps tremendously in promoting leadership ability. 67 Snowball Going right along with the Christmas fes- tivities this year, was the very beautiful and traditional 1961 Snowball. The usual Ren- dezous Committee was not chosen to take part this year. Instead, four Van Wert High School students were chosen to lead the Snowball Committee. They were Jim Miller and Molly Pennell, seniors; Eric Monce and Jackie Fox, juniors. The theme of this delightful dance was Sleigh Ride. It was highlighted by a large sleigh accented with cotton, an old wooden fence, and green trees on a silver mural placed in the corner of the dance floor. The colors were carried out in green and white with the glass snowball hanging from the center. The couples danced to the music of Karl Beach. At intermission, Tom Poling, accompanied by his sister Ann, entertained the couples by sing- ing a variety of popular songs. 68 Sweetheart Dance The annual joint Y-Teens Valentine Dance was held February 9, in the high school gym following the last home basketball game. The dance was entitled The Sweetheart Dance. The gym decorated with huge hand drawn face cards of the King and Queen of Hearts, and with thrones for the coronation of a king and queen. During the dance everyone voted for a king and a queen from the Senior class. Phil Geissler and Ann Pennell were chosen. They were crowned by Sharyl Schwartz, President of Junior Y- Teens, and Molly Pennell, President of Senior Y-Teens. The entertainment was provided by Andrea Lodge who sang Let Me Call You Sweetheart, and other selections. She was accompanied by Penny Kephart. The records were spun by John Ridenour. 69 Junior-Senior Hi-y The Junior-Senior Hi-Y Club is the Y.M. C.A. ' s Christian group within our school. This group organized early in the school year. The first step taken was the election of officers. The top executive position was given to Lawrence Presler. Other officers were Dick Jones, who was made Vice-President; Dave Watkins who was selected as the Secretary; Jack Frysinger as Treasurer and Wendall Mathias was made the Chaplain. Two of the organizations outstanding projects were selling pop at football games and spon- soring the Green Beetle Basketball team in the Y.M.C.A High School League. One of the Club ' s annual assignments is to present a Thanksgiving program for the entire school. The big meeting of the year is a joint meeting of the Jr-Sr Hi-Y and the Sr. Y-Teens. The adult advisors for Hi-Y this year are Mr. Jessup and Mr. Turner. Row 1: J. Miller, Mr. Turner, J. Frysinger, D. Jones, L. Presler, D. Watkins, Mr. Jessop, J. Purmort. Row 2: J. Straley, R. Wagonrod, D. Wilhelm, D. Myers, C. Langdon, P. Gilliland, P. Giessler, M. Martin. Row 3: T. Ralston, B. Gaines, S. Cobb, R. Pankratz, D. Keith, J. Harvey, D. Gunsett, S. Smith. 70 3res(i.-Sop(i. Hi-L Hi-Y is a voluntary club program for boys in the ninth, tenth, eleventh and twelfth grades of high school, sponsored by the Young Men ' s Christian Association. Its name is a combination of the term high-school Y.M.C.A. The Hi-Y movement is International in scope, Christian in emphasis, Interdenominational in character and Demo- cratic in practice. Although its main field of action is often in the high-school community, Hi-Y groups may be organized in any setting in which boys of the upper three grades of high school are found — that is — in the church, school, Y.M.C.A. building or neighborhood. The Hi-Y statement of purpose is: To create, maintain and extend throughout the school, home and community high standards of living. The four planks of the Hi-Y program are: clean speech, clean sports- manship, clean scholarship and clean living. The Hi-Y Club welcomes into its membership any student who accepts its purpose and is willing to work with others in carrying it out. It encourages members to band together in a definite cause calling for high scholarship, physical health, moral worth and unselfish service. It does not ask: What church do you attend? What is your national- ity? What is the color of your skin? Neither does it limit its mem- bership to those who are in the B or above scholastic grouping. Row 1: Mr. Manken, T. Keltner, G. Davis, S. Leiter, S. Coyle, J. Jackson, J. Marshall, C. Booher, G. Crosby. Row 2: M. Young, A. Williams, B. Hunsiker, B. Bolinger, J. Pollock, B. Pheneger, L. Miller, J. Games, L. Lynch, B. DuVall. Row 3: T. Smith, S. White, G. Poling, S. Kephart, D. Kyle, T. Johns, B. Hoverman, B. Smith, D. Frysinger, D. Hyre. This page sponsored by CONTINENTAL CAN COMPANY, INC. Row 1: B. Russell, S. Wheeler, M. Steinmetz, S. Luce, P. Feigert, K. Klein, K. Holtkamp. Mr. Gallapoo. Row 2: A. Pennell, G. Roebke, L. Gipe, S. Terry, M. Pennell, C. Flesher, M. McCachran, D. Stegaman. Row 3: A. Lodge, B. Gilliland, D. Hoffman, L. Mohr, B. Cotterman, M. L. Cryer, M. Shackley. Row 4: L. Mason, L. Harrow, J. Richey, T. Gamble, D. Scerba, B. Cowan, K. Tomczak, M. A. Makuh. Row 5: S. Wiedemann, M. McVay, J. Sherburn, Myers, L. Wiedenmann, M. Bate, J. Fox, P. Nelson. Row 6: K. King, C. Terry, J. Branfield, B. Fell, J. Baker, C. Kanable, S. Zielke. Row 7: S. White, G. Duncan, C. Thatcher, J. Fails, Martin, J. B. Sampsell, B. Games. 3.5.A. The F.T.A. is a pre-college, pre-pro- fessional organization. Its forty-eight members all derive certain benefits from the club, while it is hoped that they, in turn, will benefit the teaching profession for which they are being prepared. Through our pro- gram we seek to enable our members to realize the job opportunities in teaching, to evaluate themselves, and to gain valuable ex- perience through working in classrooms with children. The Van Wert chapter of the F.T.A. is a member in good standing of both the Ohio and National F.T.A. Organizations. The officers are Steve White, President; Gary Duncan, Vice-president; Billie Cot- terman, Secretary; and Lois Wiedenmann, Treasurer. 3.H.A. The Mary Sawyer Chapter of the F.H.A. gives its services by operating the concession stand at the football games, selling candy, and decorating the halls and doors at Christmas. The activities of the year include: a get-together picnic, United Nations din- ner, ice-skating party, Christmas party, and a Hawaiian Luau in honor of the Senior girls. The officers are Linda Shimp, Presi- dent; Sally Thomas, Vice-president; and Karen Hipsley, Secretary-Treas- Row 1: L. Shimp, K. Hipsley, M. J. Crosley, S. Mefford, S. Thomas, Miss Block. Row 2: T. McCoy, J. Baker, K. Teeple, B. Tindall, L. Clay, C. Reed. Row 3: E. Henney, L. Williams, J. Hubert, S. Holtsberry, N. Donnel, P. Rice. Row 4: A. Lake, M. Wolverton, L. Thomas, J. Hurley, L. Gilbert, S. Sterrett. Row 5: C. Dailey, J. Hooker, N. Carter, P. Height, D. Douglas, V. Thatcher. Row 6: A. Cline, B. Balliet, L. Moore, D. Broerman, C. Gipe, K. Myers. 3.N.A. Row 1: A. Pennell, M. Stanley, K. Stenger, Mrs. Jarvis. Row 2: J. McCollum, M. Rager, M. Pennell, K. Doyle. Row 3: M. A. Shackley, L. Wieden- mann, M. Bate, C. Griesinger. Row 4: S. McKeddie, G. Robey, S. Wiedenmann, B. Myers. F.N.A. is a club made up of students sincerely considering the career of nursing. Through field trips to schools of nursing, speakers and volunteer aid work in the summer, the students get an inside view, helping them to make their decisions for their future ca- reer. The officers are President, Ann Pennell, Vice President, Mike Stanley, Secretary- Treasurer, Karen Sten- ger. The capable advisor is Mrs. J. R. Jarvis. Mrs. Cropper, B. Foss, M. J. Crosley, C. High, B. Balliet, A. Cline. jCibrary Assistants 73 4 { i • i J t ' ' f j- S 5 f s j t 1 4 « PC f ■ |l i « : r An Svening Wit(i tde Concert Cfioir The Van Wert High School Concert Choir, under the direction of Mr. Larry Shaufelberger, presented An Evening with the Concert Choir. For the first part of the program, the robed choir rendered selections of sacred music. After a brief intermission, the boys in white dinner jackets and the girls in formals, sang several secular numbers. Included was a solo by Beverlee Fell and a duet by Penny Kephart and Mary Ann Elder. For the feature attraction, the choir presented Kurt Weill ' s folk opera, Down in the Valley. The success of the production was evidenced by a full house both nights. £ fie Concert Van Wert ' s Alma Mater Music, Glorious Is Thy Sound Out of the Depths How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place O Sing Unto the Lord a New Song Jesus Priceless Treasure Turn Back O Man Tune Thy Music to Thy Heart All Through the Night When Love Is Kind O Clap Your Hands Ev ' ry Time I Feel the Spirit Selections From Hans Christian Anderson ' Madame Jeanette 74 ke 3olk Opera Down in the Valley Music by Kurt Weill Words by Arnold Sundgaard Characters Brack Weaver Tom Poling Jennie Parsons Jackie Fox Thomas Bouche David Gunsett or Phil Giessler The Leader Eric Monce The Preacher Gary Duncan Guard Denny Fawcett Peters Tom Bebout Jennie ' s Father Tim Rolsten First Man Tim Houghe Second Man Gary Gribler First Woman Mary LaLonde Second Woman Sandy McKeddie Dance Caller Chuck Busch Dancers Beverlee Fell, Karen Stenger, Bruce Stevens, Marjorie Ries, Susan Taylor, Paul Gilliland, Paul Scaer, Mike Stanley and tde Cdoiv Duo-Pianists Brenda Cowan, Penny Kephart Directed by Larry W. Schaufelberger 75 A Cappella Choir Row 1: C. Laemmle, M. McCachran, J. Huzzar, S. Henkle, B. Showalter, C. Winters, C. Agler, C. Mc- Michael. Row 2: J. Geisy, K. King, M. LaLonde, B. Kuckein, D. Ashbaugh, K. Tomczak, J. Fox, B. Gilliland, C. Partin, A. Lodge. Row 3: S. Taylor, J. Richey, L. Loyer, T. Gamble, M. Shackley, J. Sherburn, L. Mason, K. Linser, D. DuCheney, C. Bagley. Row 4: Mr. Schaufelberger, M. Mercer, P. Scaer, G. Zimmerman, M. Stanley, P. Gilliland, A. Williams, J. Ridenour, J. Ferrell. Row 5: B. Stevens, D. Fawcett, B. Shock, T. Bebout, W. Matthias, R. Fox, B. Pheneger, B. Green, E. Monce. The choir ' s first performance was the presentation of a group of religious numbers at the school ' s Thanksgiving program. This was the first of many programs presented under our new director, Mr. Larry W. Schaufelberger. Our Christmas program was presented on a Fort Wayne television station on Christmas Eve, at our school for the Christmas assembly, and as a concert for the citizens. After returning from Christmas vacation we began preparation for the district choir contest at Kenton. We then began final rehearsals for our Evening with the Concert Choir performances. The two- night concert was divided into three segments; the first secular music, the second popular choir numbers, and the final an operetta, Down in the Valley. Next we turned our attention to preparing our state contest numbers. The choir ' s final performances were those given at Baccalaureate and Commencement. Many pleasant experiences were shared by all in the practices, con- certs, and contests. From the Seniors goes a great Thank you to Mr. Schaufelberger, and wishes for further success to him and his future choirs. 76 1 i 1 J !■§- ! 1. ■■ i ss ' $1 ■■■ : ..;♦ ; I I I ' W MH0 ■H 4n r - 4B ' _ ; . ' fir- I ' v - n 5J ■% V pi H ' St ' t 4k p , •_ 1 •. ■00 U f, £ i 4 • i % 0 1 5. r 1 SK «• 1 I 1 1 $ 1 . fti- £- 4 4 « t § 7 ■. ■■;. 5 JL 4 r Row 1: S. Wheeler, J. McCollum, B. Cotterman, F. Mc- Nall, G. Roebke, J. Gribler, K. Stenger, P. Feigert, B. Cowan. Row 2: J. Purmort, B. Dasher, S. Poling, M. McCracken, C. Underwood, C. High, K. Secaur, M. Rager, C. Har- rington, B. Fell. Row 3: J. Hall, S. McKeddie, P. Geisman, M. Elder, P. Kephart, C. Houg, N. Doner, M. Ries, J. Leiter, M. Miller. Row 4: B. Leonard, C. Busch, T. Poling, R. Shell, K. Harmon, G. Gribler, G. Duncan, J. Diener, D. Gunsett. Row 5: T. Rolsten, D. Keith, M. Whitacker, J. Harvey, T. Hoghe, B. Hoverman, J. B. Sampsell, B. Jones, P. Giessler. Mr. Schaufelberger. T. Poling, A. Lodge, N. Doner, G. Duncan, T. Bebout, J. Purmort, B. Cowan. 77 HiSiii liiBiiii Row 1: B. Kuckein, K. Williman, D. Connors. Row 2: G. Duncan, N. Doner, K. Stenger, E. Pugh, S. Swartz, B. Cotterman, L. Kesler, S. Dougal. Row 3: M. Miller, S. Mefford, S. Pritchard, D. Scerba, C. Geisman, C. Myers. Row 4: K. Holtkamp, S. Terry, C. Lehman, L. Conn, K. Wilhelm, J. Young, B. Cowan, B. Shock, D. Poling, K. Laemmle, B. Dasher. Row 5: G. Harden, B. Stevens, T. Compton, P. Un- capher, S. Smith, P. Fell, L. Gipe, E. Rinard. Row 6: G. Miller, G. Zimmerman, A. Crosby, C. Os- walt, J. Brickner, C. Brickner, J. Jackson. There were 13 seniors in the class of 62 who were fortu- nate enough to be members of the Van Wert High School Band. We will leave high school with many fond memories of our time spent in band. The practices for hah time, shows at the football games, re- hearsals at the American Legion after football season, the fun at our parties, and the necessary lectures on good con- duct will never be forgotten. Mr. Hall and Drum Major, Bill Shock. 78 Row 1: A. Hablitzel, P. Nelson, K. Klein. Row 2: K. Elston, M. Ries, K. Runnion, D. Dull, J. Baker, B. Fell, S. Burley, J. Fox. Row 3: S. Sterrett, K. King, B. Wilkenson, C. Laemmle. Row 4: J. Stewart, J. Firestone, L. Lee, S. Baldwin, B. Lintermoot, R. Shell, C. Spry, T. Smith, D. Turner, D. Hawk, D. Hyre, G. Crosby, Mr. Hall. Row 5: K. Sittsworth, J. Myers, S. Burley, K. Myers, F. Longwell, B. Ealy, J. Ridenour, P. Jones, S. White. Row 6: B. Ridenbach, L. Bandy, S. Williman, J. Miller, D. Wilhem, J. Diener. The most outstanding memory will probably be the disappoint- ment we felt after receiving a II in the District Contest, the first time in several years. Most of all, the 13 senior band members will feel that we have learned one of the most important facts of life, taking responsibility. All this made the 1961-62 school year very successful for the Van Wert Band. The band has been under the capable direction of Mr. Jay Hall, outstanding in the field of instru- mental music. Row 1: M. A. Miller, K. Williman, K. Stenger. Row 2: S. Swartz, P. Nelson, J. Fox, B. Cowan. 79 National Honor Society Row 1: P. Kephart, M. Shackley, A. Witten, S. White, C. Busch, F. McNall, A. Pennell, S. Weidenmann. Row 2: B. Myers, B. Cotterman, P. Feigert, C. Flesher, J. Sherburn, K. Tomczak, P. Adams, N. Doner, G. Duncan, G. Miller. Row 3: L. Presler, P. Herring, B. Fell, C. Terry, D. Gehres, B. Ealy, D. Keith. The following passage quoted from the Constitution of the National Honor Society best expresses the general aim of the organization: The purpose of this organization shall be to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in the stu- dents of American secondary schools. The main objectives of the Van Wert Chapter are to recognize the worth and value to the school of students who pos- sess the qualities of good character, willing service, and wise leadership and to impress upon members of the chap- ter as well as upon the entire school the fact that honor carries obligations and that unusual ability entails extra- ordinary responsibility. 80 Se ohrskips Yearns j Row 1: A. Harrington, S. Taylor, M. McCachran, L. Harrow, P. Kephart, S. Weidenmann, B. Myers, M. Shackley, C. Flesher, F. McNall, C. Terry, B. Fell, K. Holtkamp. Row 2: L. Mohr, J. Richey, D. Ringwald, L. Kesler, K. Klutka, M. Miller, D. Conners, S. Harrington, L. Loyer, M. L. Hoverman, J. Showalter, M. L. Cryer. v  ■ ■i- k m n, i A tj fe . Row 3: B. Ealy, D. Gehres, L. Presler, J. Fails, P. Scaer, D. Poling, G. Poling, T. Compton, S. White, J. Roberts, B. Hoverman, G. Crosby. Row 4: L. Zielke, G. Harden, D. Hinkle, J. B. Sampsell, J. Frysinger, P. Herring, T. Speer, J. Games, D. Jones, D. Keith, R. Walker, A. Poole, T. Schultz. This group represents the best of Van Wert High School ' s more academically inclined students. For having ranked in the top three of certain preliminary tests, they may compete in the district finals which this year were held at Defiance. For about a month, cramming sessions play an important role in the team members ' everyday schedule; however, the members will quickly tell you that it isn ' t all work and no play. Biology Dale Poling Andrew Poole Thomas Schultz Gen. Science Tom Compton Gary Poling Larry Zielke Chemistry Bob Games Paul Herring J. B. Sampsell Physics Charles Busch David Gerhes Lawrence Presler Algebra I John Games Greg Harden Darlene Ringwald Algebra II Nancy Doner Jack Frysinger David Keith Plane Geometry Gary Crosby Angeline Harrington Bruce Hoverman American History Gary Duncan Lois Harrow Kathy Holtkamp World History Connie Flesher Mary Ann Shackley Roger Walker Go vernment Bill Ealy James Fails Betty Myers English IX Susan Harrington Dennis Henkle Kerry Klutka English X Mary Ann Miller Susan Taylor Cheryl Underwood English XI Richard Jones Linda Mohr Paul Scaer 81 English XII Patricia Adams Florence McNall Steve Wyandt Latin I Dede Connors John Roberts Stuart White Latin II Lynn Loyer Marilyn MaCachran Janis Richey French I Mar Lou Cryer Sharon Dougal Beverlee Fell French II Patricia Kephart Carol Terry Susan Wiednmann Bookkeeping Mary Lou Hoverman Jill Showalter Thomas Speer Row 1: E. Thomas, E. Rohr, K. Klein, B. Thomas, P. Feigert, K. Linser, J. McCollum, J. Showalter, L. Thatcher, B. Dasher, J. Huzzar, N. Kreischer, C. Feasby, K. King, Mrs. White. Row 2: S. Luce, J. Gribler, F. McNall, B. Sennebogen, K. Schaadt, K. Parker, J. Walters, C. Geisman, L. Loyer, K. Elston, M. L. Hoverman, J. Purmort, S. Wheeler, J. Hall, S. Poling, L. Gipe, D. Screba, M. Rager. Row 3: S. Terry, B. Cowan, M. A. Shackley, J. Fox, B. Gilliland, M. Wierwille, L. Mohr, D. Gribler, S. Schwartz, C. Houg, J. Giesy, N. Block, A. Harrington, B. Roggenkemper, M. McCachran, M. McCracken, N. Doner. Row 4: J. Brickner, P. Scaer, S. Wiedenmann, P. Nel- son, C. Agler, T. Gamble, P. Kephart, J. Sherburn, M. A. Elder, M. L. Cryer, J. Richey, K. Kerns, N. Hedges, A. Pennell, B. Blake, C. Flesher, G. Roebke, D. Hoffman. Row 5: C. Brickner, R. Walker, G. Duncan, D. Gehres, R. Ley, C. Gehres, M. Droll, J. Leiter, K. Holtkamp, B. Cotterman, B. Lintermoot, J. Geisman, K. Doyle, D. Stegaman, C. Smith, S. Ziekle, S. Taylor, M. Young. Row 6: G. Davis, J. Wilson, S. White, L. Presler, B. Stevens, M. Bate, J. A. Baker, C. Underwood, G. Robey, B. Fell, S. Stuck, L. Wiedenmann, M. A. Makuh, J. Myers, D. Poling, D. Frysinger, W. Matthias, C. Booher, G Crosby, B. Smith, M. Smith. Row 7: T. Schultz, S. Wyandt, E. Monce, D. Keith, R. Pankratz, R. Fox, P. Endicott, P. Fell, B. Johnson, T. Keltner, D. Hyre, D. Jones, J. Harvey, A. Poole, S. Leiter, C. Busch, C. Thatcher, B. Bolinger, B. Hunziker, J. Ridenour. £afin Club Latin Club met six times this year in the study hall at noon, with carols, Latin plays, skits, and contests among the pro- grams presented. The May meeting is traditionally the gala Roman Banquet, where Latin students turn back the clock to Roman times for one evening. Sophomores and upperclassmen are members of Latin Club, and also belong to the Junior Classical League, a national organization of Latin Students in public and private schools. The officers this year are Phil Endicott and Sharyl Schwartz, consuls; Dave Hyre and Janis Richey, praetors; Bill Bolinger and Barbara Dasher, aediles; Tom Keltner, Quaestor; Lynn Loyer and Marilyn McCachran, tribunes. 82 Row 1: Mrs. Brooks, S. Wiedenmann, L. Mason, B. Games. Row 2: M. Wierwille, J. Gribler, L. Moore, J. Sherburn, N. Hedges, D. DuCheney, K. Speakman, C. Bagley, K. Schaadt, S. DuVall. Row 3: C. Kanable, M. LaLonde, F. McNall, B. Sen- nebogen, B. Myers, D. Wilson, A. Pennell, J. Straley, S. Edwards. Row 4: R. Holbrook, S. Zielke, C. Terry, B. Shock, F. Longwell, P. Kephart, M. A. Elder, K. Tomczak, D. Lianez. 3vencd Club Van Wert High School ' s newest organization this year is the French Club, Le Cercle de Francais. The officers are Linda Mason, President; Bob Games, Vice-President; Andrea Lodge, Secretary; and Susan Weidenmann, Treasurer. The basic aim of Le Cercle de Francais is to stimulate an interest in foreign languages and to learn about the French people. The members started the tradition of singing Christmas Carols along with the French and Latin Clubs in French and Latin. Other programs included skits, songs, and French folk dances. Mrs. Brooks, the advisor, showed slides taken on a trip to France last summer. 83 Row 1: K. Stenger, L. Ma- son, Miss Sanford, K. Holtkamp Row 2: C. Houg, C. Swartz, P. Kep hart, J. Gribler, B. Gilliland, D. Connors, M. Makuh, L. Mohr, J. McCollum, S. Poling, M. A. Shackley. Row 3: K. Stittsworth, M. Stemen, K. Tomczak, D. DuCheney, C. Bagley, C. McMichael, C. Partin, T. Gamble, J. Geisman, M. Droll, S. Luce, P. Geisman, D. Wilson, D. Stegaman, L. Jones, M. Saam, K. Klutka, V. Thatcher. Row 4: J. Mason, G. Robey, B. Fell, J. Leiter, K. Linser, C. Agler, C. Hirn, B. Rowland, S. Haller, C. Greisinger, P. Feigert, K. Klein, M. Ries, B. Cotterman, B. Linter- moot, P. Kanney, D. Dull. Row 5: C. Craig, L. Spoon, M. L. Hoverman, L. Loyer, K. Elston, L. Shimp, L. Moore, B. Balliet, B. Schnepp, C. High, P. Connell, C. Flesher, B. Blake, M. Bate, B. Thomas, S. Ashbaugh, P. Edsell. Row 6: S. Burley, J. Stewart, C. Kanable, S. Zielke, G. Mosure, B. Dasher, E. Rohn, E. Thomas, L. Van Wormer, B. Sennebogen, F. McNall, K. Doyle, B. Beckler, K. Hipsley, J. Pate, B. Camp. Row 7: S. Burley, N. Good, R. Chavarria, S. Giesman, S. Webster, D. Scerba, M. Coyle, B. Elder, S. McMillan, C. Harrington, J. A. Baker, C. Underwood, S. Stuck, P. Warder, J. Branfield, J. Baker, C. Myers. Row 8: C. Oswald, E. Rinard, W. McDonald, J. Fire- stone, C. Crow, E. Hertle, J. Hazzar, K. Schaadt, K. Secaur, C. Winters, J. Purmort, J. Hall, C. Smith, M. Marsh, S. Sterrett, E. Edwards, D. Allen, M. LaLonde, K. Parker, J. Richey, K. King. Row 9: N. Black, A. Harrington, B. Roggenkemper, A. Hablitzel, B. Wilkins, K. Runion, L. Knittle, R. Jones, J. Walters, B. Roggenkemper, K. Laemmle, L. Rolston, K. Briggs, D. Bowersock, J. Droll, C. Weahage, D. Sealscott, M. Miller. Row 10: C. Gipe, E. Henney, J. Showalter, L. Thatcher, N. Pflum, P. Rice, N. Truax, L. Sheets, D. Ringwald, M. McVay, K. Girod, S. Prichard, L. McNeal, S. Jerome. Row 11: K. Emery, S. Harrington, B. Cotterman, J. Agler, J. Roberts, N. Carter, S. Dougal. President — Sandra McKeddie Vice Pres. — Kathy Holtkamp Q.A.A. Secretary — Karen Stenger Treasurer — Linda Mason G. A. A. has been designed to promote a higher level of sportsmanship and variety in athletic participation among its members. It is open to all high school girls and is one of Van Wert High ' s largest organizations. The girls form basketball, Softball, volleyball and bowling teams giving them a sense of good sportsmanship and competition. Activities through the school year include banquets for the athletic teams, a dance, decorating the Christmas tree, donating food to needy families and an annual senior camping trip. Our advisor is Miss Sanford. lyillin Workers Industrious Seniors met in the evenings to plan the Excalibur. Junior Achievement helps broaden the upperclass- men ' s understanding of the business world. The Juniors work hard to raise money for Prom. Dr. Wilkin explains veterinary medicine to interested students on Career Day. 85 Qeitin Only Juniors and past Juniors know the hard work, worries and headaches that go into making Prom Night a very, very special night for the Seniors. After many money-making projects, such as auctioning cakes, coat checks, bake sales, dances, and movies; the many nights spent planning Prom; the ad- vertising, making announcements and posters; trying to encourage the boys to get their dates early; the selling of tickets; the many late hours spent decorating; and then everyone getting ready themselves . . . Prom begins. Ready 86 mnmnh The 1962 Prom was given the theme of SAYONARA, which in Chinese means good-by. It was a very beauti- ful and fitting setting. The centerpiece was a large black and gold pagoda, and the walls carried out the oriental theme with Chinese lanterns surrounding the gym. The Prom colors were light and dark blue. The music was provided by the Al Best Combo. After the traditional Grand March led by the Junior and Senior class officers, speeches were made by Tom Bebout, Junior class President, and Tom Poling, Senior class President. Refreshments were then served, and the evening was completed by more dancing. 87 After getting out of their fancy duds, the real fun and good times of Prom night began. The Post-Prom party or- ganized by interested parents and several service clubs followed the dance. The many tired, but happy, boys and girls enjoyed bowling, swimming, dancing, games, and other countless parties. Of course at all these affairs there was always plenty of good food provided for all the kids to keep them going. After a most memorable night full of dancing and loads of good times, many sleepy boys and girls traveled home to Dreamland. Ajtev Prom A 88 Frank Longwell, Mary Ann Shackley, and Charles Busch receive Elks ' Awards for leadership and scholarship. Allen Crosby and Marsha Tomczak received awards as the Best Dancers of the evening. Moon Shot was the theme chosen by the B.P.O.E. for their annual year ' s-end dance to honor the seniors of Van Wert County high schools. Stars, a rocket and moon, along with balloons and clouds, were the lovely decorations. Refreshments were served by members of the Elks, and music was provided by a very fine band, the Karl Beach Orchestra. During the intermission the awards which go each year to top students in the area were presented to Frank Longwell, youth leadership; Mary Ann Shackley, scholarship; and Charles Busch, scholarship. Also at this time awards were made to Allen Crosby and Marsha Tomczak for best dancers. 89 Wear a bow to catch a beau. The twist no one could resist. a Blouses by Ben Casey a Liz Taylor. These are the fads of Van Wert High School. They could be titled the Fads of the Early 60 ' s in the history books of Fashion. Some are brand-new, some are in while others are going out. A few will become lasting fashions; the rest will never be any more than passing fancies. Fads, like the world we live in, comes and goes in a hurry. Many say our fashions of today are taken from the Roaring Twenties and many fash- ions go back as far as the Stone Age. How many times have we heard our parents say, Why, I wore that when I was a kid! The fads of the past four years are too nu- merous to show all of them, but as you look at of Trench coats for everyone. For Guys — Warm and Wooly. 90 Fashioned for cars. Going steady — a fad that lasted. For Gals — Fair and Furry. these, others, such as chemise vests, crew necks, french twists, paisley shirts, tear drop necklaces, page boys, continentals, flat tops, roll-up sleeve blouses, button down collars, trapizes, black hose, leotards, blazers, desert boots, Perry Como sweaters, knee socks and knilts, v neck sweaters, headache bands, car coats, tycora sweaters, pointed toes, princetons, corduroy suits, fuzzy ear-muffs, the shag and many many more will come to mind. Many of the fads are in others are out while still others hang around and come back year after year. Fads! Fads! What would we do without them? Van Wert Hi fi We were chained to these for a while. Bracelets — Bangles, dangle, and jangle. Corduroy in triplicate. 91 Pegs n ' Pleats. 92 • ° oV itHUMiM W 93 Qo l-Qetters Row 1: Ron Hartman, Dave Gunsett, Mike Knodel, Gary Hammond, Joe McCoy, Jack Smith, Jim Ferrell, Ron Walters, Bob Leonard, Chuck Busch, Carl Brown, Jim Bell, Phil Giessler, Tom Poling Row 2: Ray Waldron, Mike Smith, Danny Gribler, Ron Ley, Larry Lynch, Keith Harmon, J. C. Ford, Tom Waldron, Bruce Butler, Gary Crosby, John Rie- denour, Stan Hartman, Art Williams, Bill Bolinger, Les Coon, Mr. Kesler Row 3: Mr. Coon, Steve Leiter, Richard Fox, Benny Agler, Gary Gribler, Terry Geething, Tim Rolsten, Dave Keith, Rex Pankratz, Tom Bebout, Vaughn Ferrell, Tom Tindall, John Tindall, Robert Marvin, Mr. Klutka In August, Forty-five boys reported to Yuca Flats for football practice. Any misconceptions these boys had about varsity football were quickly removed by the combination of the sweltering heat, five coaches and one seven- man blocking sled. After three weeks in the heat of August and several sprains, bumps and bruises, the predictions for the Western Buck- eye League came out, rating the Cougars to stage a scrap for the cellar with St. Marys. After a heartbreaking opening game they came to life and conquered four straight opponents including the team then rated number one. Our Cougars were in the race for the league crown all the way, and it took an outstanding effort by a truly great Coldwater team to fin- ally overcome our boys. Varsity football teaches each member to take and give orders, to carry out an assignment, and most of all, to take as well as give. No one knows you better than your teammate. He sees you in every mood, knows your weaknesses and your virtues. The game of football prepares you for the game of life in a way nothing else can. You enter in August as a boy and leave in November as_a man. Delphos St. John Bryan Defiance Kenton Shawnee Wapakoneta St. Marys Celina Bellefontaine Coldwater vw OPP 6 50 14 22 8 18 14 14 12 6 28 8 22 8 30 20 12 94 Come On Carl— We Need That Touchdown! ' Hey! You ' re In My Way! Cold Fellows? Aw- Patty Cake— Patty Cake 95 Cettev-Qettevs 210 % Our school has a very exclu- sive club, the 110% Club, to which only the boys who have received exceptional praise from the coach can belong. This is an achievement for as you know, getting praise from a coach is like squeezing blood from a turnip. Jim Bell Tackle Carl Brown Halfback Charles Busch Center Co-Captain First team All League First team All Area Jim Ferrell End Honorable Mention All League Cezaue Dave Gunsett Guard Gary Hammond Tackle First team All League Outstanding Lineman At the conclusion of the sea- son, the coaches of the teams in the Western Buckeye League meet to select the boys who were best in the League. This is the highest honor offered. We feel honored that our Cougars placed three men on the All League Team: first string — Joe McCoy, Gary Hammond, and 96 CluS To receive this nomination, the boys must put forth out- standing effort. Being nomi- nated for three games auto- matically makes him a lifetime member and a red star is placed on his helmet which he keeps after graduation. This is the highest praise a coach can offer. Ronnie Hartman Tackle Mike Knodel Guard Bob Leonard Halfback Outstanding Back Joe McCoy Tackle First team All League Third team All Area Tom Poling End Co-Captain Honorable Mention All League AwAlii Charles Busch: and two re- ceived honorable mention: Tom Poling and Jim Ferrell. The sportswriters choose an all area team: First string — Charles Busch; Third string — Joe McCoy; honorable mention — Gary Hammond, Tom Poling, and Jim Ferrell. Not Pictured: Dave Lianez Tackle Jack Smith End Ronnie Walters Halfback 97 Cold Noses And Cougar Noise. Managers The managers, who never missed practice, kept the team supplied with bandages and en- couragement. You saw Les Coon and Ray Wal- dron on the field during a time-out, cleaning mud off cleats and carrying towels. The team thanks them for a job well done. Coacfi es For three months the boys place themselves in the capable hands of our coaching staff to learn the techniques of football. In the hot, sultry summer practices, they sometimes appear much like fire-breathing dragons as they shout Push yourself, you ' re not tired yet! Take two laps to get warmed up. But the boys soon rea- lize this is done for their good and the good of the team. There are no persons respected or ad- mired more than Coach Coon, Coach Klutka, and Coach Kesler. 98 I Got It— No I Got It Say Uncle 99 Standing: Coach Brazen, Eric Monce, John Harvey, Gary Hammond, Jim Ferrell, Denny Fawcett, Chuck Busch, Manager John Diener. Kneeling: Larry Mengerink, Gayle Ashbaugh, Gig Davis, Jim Straley, Denny Knittle. Varsify Basrtd6a VW Opp Bryan 52 55 Delphos 57 63 Elida 62 66 Lima CC 49 63 Defiance 43 79 Kenton 47 72 Fairview 47 57 Lima Shawnee 45 52 VW Opp Defiance 53 74 Wapakoneta 61 73 St. Marys 52 55 Decatur 58 87 Celina 56 41 Fairview 59 61 Bellefontaine 63 64 Coldwater 59 77 (tournament) Defiance 100 VW Opp 32 72 Jim Ferrell Gary Hammond Chuck Busch This was not one of our better bas- ketball seasons, to say the least, but we were still very proud of our team ' s ef- forts. Even though they won only one game of the 17 played, the team played their best each time. Several games were lost by close scores and with just a couple of breaks they could have been in the win column instead of the loss. Many underclassmen gained valu- able experience this year and we know that this, combined with the fine coach- ing of Sam Brazen, will make next year a winning season. Jim Straley Denny Fawcett Gayle Ashbaugh 101 It ' s Mine! It ' s A Bird! Coach Brazen Jump Jim Jump! Bottoms Up! 102 junior Varsity Row 1: J. Ingman, R. Holbrook, B. Hunziker Row 2: M. Young, Mr. Stoops, T. Keltner, J. Games The Junior Varsity Team, coached by Mr. Stoops, posted a 4-12 record for the season of 1961-62. The four wins were over Celina, Lima Central Cath- olic and two over Fairview. Although the season was not a winning one, the players learned techniques which will be valuable to our future varsity team. 103 Row 1: T. Steinmetz, H. Boyd, B. Butler, V. Ferrell, M. Baltzell, D. Blackmore, R. Gardner, M. Young, T. Waldroh. Row 2: L. Lynch, B. Hunziker, K. Harmon, J. Tindall, R. Holbrook, T. Keltner, J. Pollock, M. Knodel, Mr. Cline. Row 3: T. Poling, T. Geething, J. Straley, J. Smith, D. Myers, B. Games, B. Leonard, J. Ferrell. Row 4: C. Busch. This turned out to be a very good year for Coach Cline and his base- ball team as they won the Western Division or League Championship with a record of 11 wins and 4 losses. This was the first year that the Western Buckeye League has been divided into the Eastern and Western divisions. This was done to cut down the miles consumed in travel. There are four teams in each division, and each team is played twice during the regular season. At the end of the season a best-of -three game playoff is staged between the two teams with the best record in each division. The Seniors participating in these games were Charles Busch, Jim Ferrell, Mike Knodel, Bob Leonard, Tom Poling, Jack Smith, and Jim Stra- ley. 104 It always happens to me. You ' re out!! Way out there This is the life. You said what?!! 105 Cumin ' high! N R A M U K A £ S The intra-mural basketball season lasted from December 5, 1961, to March 15, 1962. There were six teams participating in the action, and every game was exciting to the finish. The Slop Shots placed first with a perfect record of ten wins and no losses, although some of their games were mighty close. Mr. Klutka was in charge of the action again this year and did a fine job as always. Where is that ball? 106 Mixed Botuli mg For the second year a group of athletically inclined students organized a bowling league in- dependent of school activities. The group meets on Monday night during the summer and helps everyone keep in contact during the vacation months. 107 Row 1: Jill McCollum, Connie Bagley, Judy Gribler. Row 2: Mary Wierwille, Donna DuCheney, Mary Rager. Varsity Cheerleaders Pep, energy, enthusiasm; these are the elements that make up a good cheerleader. For the last two years we have had the opportunity of going to training camp for cheerleaders, where sore muscles were the order of the day. Cheerleading is hard work but it is also a very rewarding experience. It develops leadership and offers an opportunity to meet many wonderful people. We have had our rough games but we wouldn ' t give up a minute of it. The seniors would like to thank the students for their cooperation in the past years. Students, keep yelling your Battle Cry. Our four Senior Cheerleaders are Judy Gribler, Connie Bagley, Mary Wierwille, Donna DuCheney. L 108 Reserve Cheryl Houg, Sharyl Schwartz, Julie Droll, Brenda Gilliland, Kathy Briggs, Karen Elston To be a reserve cheerleader is really a privilege and op- portunity for any girl who is willing to give her time and effort for the support of the team. Being a cheerleader, a girl learns to take responsibility and also to exercise and develop her leadership ability. By participating in this activity she be- comes better prepared for the future. Cheerleading not only develops character and personality, but it also is an honor to represent Van Wert High School. Karen Elston, Kathy Briggs, Brenda Gilliland, Julie Droll, Sharyl Schwartz, Cheryl Houg Cheerleaders 109 110 1 Mp c Alt 111 9 uniors President Tom Bebout After traveling the road of a Greenie and advancing to the path of a sophomore, we step on higher ground . . . the road of a Junior. As we start we look forward to the Prom, class rings, and just being an upperclassman. As most drivers know, even the best roads have a few bumps and several sharp turns. We did hit a few bumps, too, money for Prom, which class ring to choose, and many others. Al- though the road is bumpy at spots, most of the way is smooth, and we travel on very happily. Soon we ' ll reach the last bend and turn the last corner, and start to look forward to the complex journey of seniors, but we ' ll always remember . . . the road of a Junior. Vice-President Patsy Feigert Secretary Billie Cotterman Treasurer Nancy Doner 112 AGLER, CHERYL AMWEG, DON ANDERSON, KAREN BAGLEY, BILL BALDWIN, STEVE BALLIET, BARBARA BEBOUT, TOM We prepare to enter our days as upper classmen. BROERMAN, DONNA CARTER, TOM CLINE, ANDREA CLOUSE, TONY COBB, RON COLEMAN, RON CONNELL, PAT COTTERMAN, BILLIE COWAN, BRENDA CROSLEY, KAY CRYER, MARLOU DEMPSEY, JOHNETTE DEINER, JOHN DONER, GARY DONER, NANCY DROLL, MARCIA DUNCAN, GARY EDWARDS, STAN FEASBY, SHARON FEATHEROFF, BRAD 113 We hurry . . GEISMAN, JUDY GERMANN, SALLY GREISINGER, CAROL GRIBLER, DONNA GRIBLER, GARY GRUBB, JOHN GRUBB, LARRY HALLER, SUSAN HARROW, LOIS HARVEY, JOHN HEATH, VICKEY HERRING, PAUL HIRN, CARLA HOGHE, TIM HOLTKAMP, KATHY HOLTSBERRY, SHERRILL JONES, PHIL JONES, RICHARD JONES, WILLIAM KEITH, DAVE FEIGERT, PAT FELL, BEVERLY FONT, NANCY FOX, JACKIE FRAKER, CHERYL FRANCIS, LARRY FREISNER, TED FRYSINGER, JACK 114 KESLER, JOHN KLEIN, KAREN KNITTLE, DENNIS KYLE, JUDY LAMPERT, GRACE LANGDON, CHARLES LEITER, JUDY LINSER, KAREN LINTERMOOT, BARBARA LIPPI, DON LONG, MIKE MCCRACKEN, MARCIA MAKUH, MARY ANN MATTHIAS, WENDELL MENGERINK, ROGER 115 Now we can drive to school. SPRIDGEON, JIM SPRY, CAROL STEMEN, MARCIA STEVENS, BRUCE STITTSWORTH, KAREN SUBLER, JUDY TERRY, SANDRA THOMAS, LINDA TINDALL, BARBARA VanWORMER, LINDA WATKINS, DAVE WHITAKER, MICKEY WILHELM, DENNIS WILLIAMS, LINDA WILLIAMS, MARJORIE WILSON, DEBBIE WOODRUFF, DAVE ZIMMERMAN, GARY ROWLAND, BRENDA SCAER, PAUL SCHAFFER, RICHARD SCHAFFNER, MIKE SCHNEPP, ROGER SHEETS, JIM SHIMP, LINDA SIDERS, STELLA S IDLE, DON NOT PICTURED DICKERHOFF, JUDY HOERSTEN, ALICE 116 Sopfi omoves President Phil Endicott Upon losing our honored (?) names as Green- ies, we eagerly entered our sophomore year and became upper-classmen. We chose our officers, joined organizations, proudly entered the concert choir, yelled Battle Cry with much more enthusi- asm, and squirmishly cut up those frogs. We were very proud to have two of our sopho- more boys play on the varsity basketball team and we produced a good reserve team. We were also proud of the five sophomore girls who were elected reserve cheerleaders. Our sophomore year has been full of fun and hard work, but we are eagerly awaiting our junior year. Vice-President Jill McCollum Secretary Connie Winters Treasurer Cheryl Houg 117 AGLER, BENNY AGLER, LARRY ALLEN, DEANNA ARMY, MIKE AXE, JIM BAKER, JANE ANN BATE, MARSHA BATES, ROGER BEAGLE, JERALEE BELL, BETTY BENNER, SUSAN BIRD, RICHARD BLANKE, ROLLAND BLOCK, NANCY BOLEY, JACK BOLINGER, BILL BOOHER, CARL BREESE, DENISE BROWN, SAM BURK, WILLIAM CHAVARRIA, BECKY CONLEY, JOHN CONLEY, SANDRA COOPER, PAT We study harder DASHER, BARBARA DAVIS, GARY LEE DAVIS, GARY LEWIS DEMPSEY, DON DUVALL, BOB EDDINS, WILLIE 118 w . and take more tests. GERMANN, DELORES GIESEY, JANICE GILLILAND, BRENDA GIPE, CAROLYN GIPE, LINDA GRIBLER, DAN GRUBB, RON HAINES, BOB HALL, JANE HARMON, JUANITA HARMON, KEITH HARRINGTON, ANGELINE HARRINGTON, CHRISTINA HARTMAN, STAN HASSELWORTH, JIM HECKERT, JANE HENNEY, ELLEN HENNIS, RON HERTEL, ELLEN HIPSLEY, MIKE HOFMANN, DELORES HOLBROOK, ROGER HOOK, LINDA HOOKER, JULIA ELDER, BETTY ELSTON, KAREN EMERY, KATHERN ENDICOTT, PHIL FEASBY, CAROL FELL, PHIL FORD, J. C. FOX, RICHARD FRYSINGER, RICHARD GAIR, CHRIS GEHRES, CHARLES GEISMAN, CHERYL % -t¥ 119 HOUG, CHERYL HOVERMAN, BRUCE HOVERMAN, KAY HOVERMAN, MARY LOU HUBART, JANET HUMPHREYS, JEAN HUNZIKER, BOB HUZZAR, JOYCE HYRE, DAVID INGMAN, JOHN JACKSON, JERRY I JOHNS, TERRY They call us silly Sophomores JOHNSON, BILL KELTNER, TOM KERNS, KAROL KESLER, LINDA KING, KAREN KREISCHER, NANCY KRICK RUSSEL KYLE, DAVID LAEMMLE, KARLA LAKE, ALICE LEITER, STEVE LEY, LYNNE LEY, RONALD LOUTH, MIKE LOYER, LYNN LYNCH, LARRY MCCACHRAN, MARILYN MCCOLLUM, JILL MCCOLLUM, LIN DA MCDOWELL, JIM MCMILLEN, STEVE MCMILLEN, SUE MARSHALL, JOHN MARVIN, ROBERT 120 MENGERINK, LARRY MERKLE, MILDRED MILLER, LARRY MILLER, MARY ANN MOSIER, JIM MOSURE, GLORIA MYRES, DENNY MYRES, JIM PARKER, KAREN PHENEGER, BRUCE POLING, DALE POLING, SUSAN POLLOCK, JERRY PONTIUS, DICK POOLE, ANDREW POPPE, DON PRICE, SHARON PRITCHARD, SUE PURKEYPILE, ALLAN PURMORT, JOYCE RADCLIFFE, SHARON RICHEY, JANIS RIDENOUR, JOHN ROBERTS, JERRY maybe we are SAMPSEL, J. B. SCERBA, DOLORES SCHAFFNER, DAN SCHNEPP, BEV SCHULTZ, TOM SCHWARTZ, SHARYL 121 £ We find Biology very interesting STORIE, NANCY STUCK, SUSAN TAYLOR, SUSAN THATCHER, LINDA THATCHER, VIRGINIS THOMAS, BETH THOMAS, ELAINE TINDALL, JOHN UNDERWOOD, SHERYL Van AUSDALL, ROBERT WAGONROD, RON WALDRON, TOM WALKER, ROGER WALTERS, JERRY WATSON, MARY WEBSTER, SHARON WHEELER, SHARON WIEDENMANN, LOIS WILLIAMS, ART WILSON, JIM WINTERS, CONNIE WOLFORD, RICHARD YEARLING, SHARON YOUNG, MIKE SEALSCOTT, DONNA SHELL, RON SHOBE, RICHARD SHOWALTER, BARBARA SHOW ALTER, JILL SLUTERBECK, KAY SMITH, MIKE 3vesd men President Stan Kephart As we, the freshmen, entered high school life, we were caught up in a whirl of confusion that will not let up until we graduate. We found in high school a true sense of belong- ing. We played football, basketball, and baseball; we went to our first formal dance, the Snowball; we went to all football and basketball games and tried to out yell the seniors on Battle Cry but never quite succeeded. We selected officers, selected our Homecoming attendant, joined clubs, forgot where we were assigned to sit in study hall, got sent up stairs to a wrong room by a senior. We were confused as to which way to go in the halls. We tracked through the mud of our once beautiful campus (now a memory), we struggled through our exams in Algebra, Science, Latin, French, English, Math, Social Studies, everything! This, in all, was our great fresh- man year. Vice-President Vaughn Ferrell Secretary Karen Laemmle Treasurer Linda Knittle 123 AGLER, JEAN ALBRIGHT, ROBERT ALCANTER, RAMONA ANDERSON, NANCY ASHBAUGH, SUSAN BAER, DON BAKER, JUDITH BALTZELL, MIKE BANDY, LYNN BEYER, SHARON BLACKMORE, DON BOWERSOCK, DARLA BOYD, HAROLD BRABANT, KAREN BRANFIELD, JANE BREWER, JUDY BRIGGS, KATHY BROWN, DAN BURK, DEE BURKHEINER, CLOYD BURLEY, SANDRA BURLEY, SHIRLEY BUTLER, BRUCE CAMP, BEVERLY Although some of them are late, the fresh- men arrive at V.W.H.S. CARTER, NANCY CHAVARRIA, YNASIC CHEEK, ROBERT ! V Z CLARK, BONNIE CLAY, LINDA CLOUSE, CAROLE «.- , COMPTON, TOM CONN, LYNNETTE CONNERS, DEDE r COTTERMAN, BOBBIE COUTS, ROBERT 124 V Whoops! the wrong class again? -J DROLL, JULIE DULL, DEBORAH DULL, DONNA DUNNO, DOUGLAS EALY, PHIL EBERLE, CHARLES EDSALL, PAT EVERSOLE, LINDA FAILS, BILL FALLER, JOHN FEATHEROFF, CONNIE FERRELL, VAUGHN FIRESTONE, JOYCE FOREMAN, TERRY GABLE, DAVID GAMES, JOHN GARDNER, RANDY GEAHLIN, RUTH GELP, NANCY GIROD, KAREN GOOD, NANCY GRANDSTAFF, RICHARD HABLITZEL, ANN HAINES, SANDRA 125 HALLER, DON HAMMOND, ROSEMARY HARDEN, GREG HARMON, CAROL HARRINGTON, SUSANl G.A.A. Induction, an impressive service. HIRSCHY, SCOTTIE HOERSTEN, BILL HOLBROOK, CAROL HOLTSBERRY, EDDIE HORINE, DAVID HUFFORD, CHERYL HURLEY, JOSEPHINE JACKSON, JIM JEROME, SANDRA JOHNS, CARL JOHNSON, BARBARA JONES, LINDA JONES, MICHAEL JONES, RACHEAL KANNEY, PAM KEPHART, STAN KINKLE, JEFFERY KLAUSING, ROBERT KLUTKA, KERRY KNITTLE, LINDA KREISCHER, SHARON LAEMMLE, KAREN LAPE, JOHN LAUDICK, LARRY 126 LEE, LARRY LEHMAN, CHERYL LEITER, JILL LIANEZ, JUDY LONGSWORTH, CLIFFORD LONGSWORTH, GERALDINE McCLELLAN, LINDA McCOY, MIKE McCOY, PATRICIA McCOY, TRUDY McNEAL, LINDA McVAY, MARY MASON, JANICE MATTHEWS, RICKEY MAXIM, DALE MAY, PATRICIA MEFFORD, SHARON MERCER, RICHARD METZGER, LINDA MILLER, CAROLYN MILLER, HAROLD MILLER, , JAMES MILLER, ROBERT MILLER, TIM Hum, I wonder if they ' d bow to me PARSONS, PAUL PATE JANICE PFLUM, NANETTE PHILLIPS, RON POLING, GARY 127 RINGWALD, DARLENE ROBERTS, JACKIE ROGGENKEMPER, BARBARA RUNNION, KIM RUSKAUP, TIM RUSSELL, BARBARA SAAM, MARY SAYLOR, JERRY SHANER, RICHARD SHEEHAN, FRANCES SHEETS, LINDA SHOWALTER, ANITA SMITH, BRUCE SMITH, TOM SPEAKMAN, MICKEY SPENCER, JIM SPOON, LINDA SPRINGER, RANDY STEINMETZ, TONY STERRETT, JOHN STEWART, JUDY STOVER, SHIRLEY STUMP, SHARON SWITZER, BILLIE 128 SWYGART, DAVE TAYLOR, DONNA TEEPLE, KAREN THATCHER, GARY THATCHER, LARRY THOMAS, LAYTON TINDALL, TOM TRAMMELL, BARBARA TRUAX, NANCY TURNER, DAVID Van FLEET, SHARON WAGONROD, LOUISE WALTERS, JENNY WARDEN, PAULA WARREN, JERRY WEEDER, MARILYN WEHAGE, CLORA WERTZ, GARY WHITCRAFT, STEVE WHITE, STEVE WHITE, STUART WILHELM, KAREN WILKIN, BETH WILKINSON, CURTIS 129 130 . 0° t v xcW 131 NATIONAL SEAL DIVISION 1 1 5 Shaffer Street Van Wert, Ohio FRIGID LOCKER SERVICE Complete Processing for Locker and Deep Freeze, also Custom Butchering. 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H 5 138 W ex Adams, Pat 12,66,80 Agler, Benny 94,118 Agler, Cheryl 66,76,82,84,113 Agler, Danny 12 Agler, David 12 Agler, Ed 12 Agler, Frank 12,60 Agler, Jean 84,124 Agler, Larry 118 Albright, Robert 124 Alcantar, Ramona 124 Aldrich, Barbara 12 Allen, Deanna 67,84,118 Amweg, Don 113 Anderson, Karen 113 Anderson, Nancy 64,124 Antus, Richard 12,134 Army, Mike 118 Ashbaugh, Debbie 12,66,76 Ashbaugh, Gayle 12,100,101 Ashbaugh, Susan 84,124 Axe, Jim 118 Baer, Don 124 Bagley, Bill 60,113 Bagley, Connie 12,26,52,61,65, 66,76,83,84 Baker, Jane 72,79,82,84,118 Baker, Judith 72,84,124 Baldwin, Steve 79,113 Balliet, Barbara 66,72,73,84,113 Baltzell, Mike 104,124 Bandy, Lynn 79,124 Bate, Marsha 72,73,82,84,118 Bates, Roger 118 Bates, Terry 13 Beagle, Jeralee 118 Bebout, Tom 61,65,76,77,94,112, 113 Beckler, Barbara 13,84 Bell, Betty 118 Bell, Jim 13,65,94 Benner, Susan 118 Beyer, Sharon 124 Bird, Richard 118 Blackmore, Don 104,124 Blackmore, Phyllis 13 Blake, Barbara 13,82,84,136 Blanke, Rolland 118 Block, Nancy 67,82,84,118 Boley, Jack 118 Bolinger, Bill 71,82,94,118 Booher, Carl 71,82,118 Bowersock, Darla 67,84,124 Boyd, Harold 104,124 Brabant, Karen 124 Branfield, Jane 67,72,84,124 Breese, Denise 118 Brewer, Judy 124 Brickner, Charles 60,78,82,113 Brickner, Jim 60,78,82,113 Briggs, Kathy 61,67,84,109,124 Brizendine, Sally 113 Brown, Carl 13,94 Brown, Dan 124 Brown, Paul 13 Brown, Sam 118 Broerman, Donna 72,113 Burk. Dee 67,124 Burk, Bill 118 Burkheiner, Cloyd 124 Burley, Sandra 79,84,124 Burley, Shirley 64,79,84,124 Butler, Bruce 94,104,124 Busch, Chuck 13,27,34,55,61,65, 77,80,82,89,92,100,101,104 Camp, Bev 84,124 Carter, Nancy 72,84,124 Carter, Tom 113 Chavarria, Becky 84,118 Chavarria, John 13,27,136 Chavarria, Ynasio 124 Cheek, Robert 124 Clark, Bonnie 124 Clay, Linda 72,124 Cline, Andrea 72,73,113 Clouse, Carole 124 Clouse, Tony 113 Cobb, Ron 113 Cobb, Steve 13,70 Coleman, Ron 113 Compton, Tom 60,64,78,81,124 Conley, John 118 Conley, Sandra 118 Connell, Pat 84,113 Conn, Lynnette 78,124 Connors, Dede 64,67,78,81,84, 124 Cooper, Pat 118 Cotterman, Billie 66,72,77,78,80, 82,84,112,113 Cotterman, Bobbie 67,84,124 Couts, Robert 124 Cowan, Brenda 66,72,77,78,79, 82,113 Coyle, Mary 67,84,118 Coyle, Steve 71,118 Craig, Carol 67,84,125 Crosby, Allen 14,26,64,78,89 Crosby, Gary 71,79,81,82,94, 118 Crosley, Gary 125 Crosley, Kay 113 Crosley, Mary 14,72,73 Crow, Carol 84,118 Cryer, Mary Lou 66,72,81,82, 113 Custer, Terry 14 Custer, Tom 118 Dailey, Cheryl 72,118 Dangler, Roger 125 Dasher, Barbara 67,77,78,82, 84,118 Davis, Dy Ann 125 Davis, Gig 61,71,82,118 Davis, Gary 118 Davis, Jack 14,27,65 Demint, Richard 125 Dempsey, Don 118 Dempsey, Johnette 113 Dettrow, Louise 25 Detwiler, Joyce 125 DeVogel, Gern 14 Dickerhoff, Judy 60 Diener, John 77,79,113 Dirham, Heather 125 Doner, Gary 78,113 Doner, Nancy 66,77,78,80,82, 112,113 Donnell, Nancy 72,125 Dougal, Sharon 78,84,125 Douglas, Dorothy 72,125 Dowler, Larry 14,60 Doyle, Kathy 14,66,73,82,84 Drake, Marilyn 125 Droll, Julie 67,84,109,125 Droll, Marcia 66,84,82,113 DuCheney, Donna 14,65,66,76, 83,84 Dull, Debbie 65,79,84,125 Dull, Donna 125 Duncan, Gary 61,64,72,77,80, 82,113 Dunno, Douglas 125 DuVall, Bob 71,118 DuVall, Sue 14,66,83 Ealy, Phil 125 Ealy, Bill 14,65,79,80 Eberle, Charles 125 Eddins, Willie 118 Edsall, Pat 84,125 Edwards, Ellen 15,60,66,84,136 Edwards, Stan 83,113 Elder, Betty 84,119 Elder, Mary Ann 15,77,82,83, 135 Ellerbrock, Dennis 15,60 Elston, Karen 67,79,82,84,109, 119 Emery, James 15 Emery, Kathryn 67,84,119 Endicott, Phil 61,82,117,119 Eversole, Linda 125 Fails, Bill 125 Fails, Jim 15,65,72,81 Faller, John 125 Fawcett, Dennis 15,64,65,76,94, 100,101,104 Feasby, Carol 67,82,119 Feasby, Sharon 113 Featheroff, Brad 113 Featheroff, Connie 125 Feigert, Patsy 61,66,72,77,80, 82,84,112,114 Fell, Bev 66,72,77,79,80,81,82, 84,114 Fell, Phil 64,78,82,119 Ferrell, Jim 15,65,76,94,100, 101,104 Ferrell, Vaughn 94,104,123,125 Firestone, Joyce 67,79,84,125 Flesher, Connie 15,66,72,80,81, 82,84 Font, Nancy 114 Ford, J.C. 94,119 Foreman, Terry 125 Foss, Bev 15,73 Fox, Jackie 66,68,72,76,79,82, 114 Fox, Richard 76,82,94,119 Fraker, Cheryl 114 Francis, Larry 114 Free, Jack 15 Freisner, Ted 114 Frysinger, Jack 70,81,114 Frysinger, Dick 71,82,119 Gair, Cris 119 Gallaway, Jerry 114 Gamble, David 125 Gamble, Trina 16,72,76,66,82, 84,135 Games, Bob 70,72,83,104,114 Games, John 61,71,81,125 Gardner, Randy 104,125 Geahlin, Ruth 125 Geething, Terry 65,94,104,114 Genres, Charles 82,119 Gehres, David 16,32,60,65,80, 81,82,130 Geisman, Cheryl 67,78,82,84, 119 Geisman, Judy 66,82,84,114 Geisman, Pat 16,64,66,77,84 Gelp, Nancy 125 Germann, Delores 119 Germann, Sally 114 Giesey, Janice 67,76,82,119 Giessler, Phil 16,27,61,65,69, 70,77,94 Gilliland, Bev 16,27,72,76,82,84 Gilliland, Brenda 64,109,119 Gilliland, Paul 16,26,70,76 Gipe, Carolyn 67,72,84,119 Gipe, Linda 72,78,82,119 Girod, Karen 84,125 Good, Nancy 64,67,84,125 Grandstalf, Richard 60,125 Green, Robert 16,76 Greisinger, Carol 55,66,73,84, 114 Gribler, Dan 94,119 Gribler, Donna 66,82,114 Gribler, Gary 61,65,77,94,114 Gribler. Judy 16,54,55,61,65,66, 77,82,83,84 Grubb, John 114 Grubb, Larry 114 Grubb, Ron 119 Gunsett, Dave 16,65,70,77,94 Habhtzel, Ann 79,84,125 Haines, Bob 119 Haines, Sandra 125 Haller, Don 126 Haller, Susan 66,84,114 Hall, Jane 67,77,82,84,119 Hammond, Gary 16,27,65,94, 100,101 Hammond, Rosemary 126 Harden, Greg 78,81,126 Harmon, Carol 126 Harmon, Juanita 119 Harmon, Keith 77,94,104,119 Harrington, Angeline 67,81,82, 84,119 Harrington, Christina 67,77,84, 119 Harrington, Susan 67,81,84,126 Harrow, Lois 66,72,81,114 Hartman, Ron 17,65,94 Hart man, Stan 94,119 Harvey, John 70,77,82.100,114 Harvey, Roy 126 Hasselworth, Jim 119 Hawk, Bill 79,126 Heath, Vickey 114 Heckert, Jane 119 Heckman, Leslie 126 Hedges, Nancy 17,66,82,83 Height, Penny 67,72,126 Henkle, Dennis 81,126 Henkle, Sandy 17,66,76,133 Henney, Ellen 72,84,119 Hennis, Ron 119 Herminghuysen, Steve 17 Herring, Charles 126 Herring, Paul 80,81,114 Hertel, Ellen 84,119 High, Cherie 17,66,73,77,84 Hipsley, Karen 17,72,84 Hipsley, Mike 119 Hirn, Carla 66,84,114 Hirschy, Scottie 126 Hoersten, Bill 126 Hofmann, Delores 67,72,82, 119 Hoghe, Tim 77,114 Holbrook, Carol 126 Holbrook, Roger 83,104,119 Holtkamp, Kathy 66,72,78,81. 82,84,114 Holtsberry, Eddie 126 Holtsberry, Sherrill 72,114 Hook, Linda 119 Hooker, Julia 67,72,119 Honne, David 126 Houg, Cheryl 67,77,82,84,109, 117,120 Hoverman, Bruce 71,77, 81,120 Hoverman, Kay 120 Hoverman, Mary Lou 67,81,82, 84,120 Hubart, Janet 72,120 Hufford. Cheryl 126 Humphreys, Jean 120 Hurley, Josephine 72,126 Hurley, Roy 17 Huzzar, Joyce 67,76,82,84,120 Hyre. Dave 71,79,82,120 Ingman, John 120 Jackson, Jerry 71,78,120 Jackson, Jim 126 Jerome, Sandra 84,126 Johns, Carl 126 Johns, Terry 71,120 Johnson, Barbara 126 Johnson, Bill 82,120 Jones, Linda 84,126 Jones, Mike 126 Jones, Phil 79,114 Jones, Rachel 67,84,126 Jones, Dick 70,77,81,82,114 Jones, Bill 114 Jones, Morgan 17 Kanable, Carol 17.72,83,84 Kanney, Pam 64,84,126 Keith, Dave 61,65,70,77,80,81. 82,94,114 Keith, Bill 17,64 Keltner, Tom 71,82,104,120 Kephart, Penny 18,66,77,80,81, 82,83,84 Kephart, Stan 60,61,71,123,126 Kerns, Karol 82,120 Kesler, John 115 Kesler, Linda 78,81,120 King, Karen 67,72,76,79,82.84, 120 Kinkle, Jeffery 126 Klausing, Gale 18,60 Klausing, Robert 126 Klein, Karen 66,72,79,82,84, 115 Klutka, Kerry 81,84,126 Knittle, Denny 100,115 Knittle, Linda 67,84,123,126 Knodel, Mike 18,26,65,94,104 Kohler, Mike 18 Kreischer, Nancy 82,120 Kreischer, Sharon 126 Krick, Russell 120 Krugh, Robert 18 Kuckein, Barbara 18,76,83 139 Kyle, Dave 71,120 Kyle, Judy 115 Laemmle, Karla 76,79,120 Laemmle, Karen 67,78,84,123, 126 Lake, Alice 67,72,120 Lalonde, Mary 18,76,83,84, 136 Lampert, Grace 115 Langdon, Charles 70,115 Lape, John 126 Laudick. Larry 126 Lee, Larry 79, 127 Lehman, Cheryl 78,127 Leiter, Jill 127 Leiter, Judy 66,77,82,84,115 Leiter, Linda 18,66 Leiter, Steve 71,82,94,120 Leonard, John 18,52,65,77,94, 104 Ley, Lynne 120 Ley, Ronald 82,94,120 Lianez, Dave 18,64,65,83 Lianez, Judy 127 Linser, Karen 66,76,82,84,115 Lintermoot, Barbara 66,79, 82,84,115 Lippi, Don 115 Lodge, Andrea 19,34,72,76,77 Long, Mike 115 Longwell, Frank 19,61,65,79, 83,89,134 Longsworth, Clifford 127 Longsworth, Jeraldine 127 Louth, Kristi 19,66 Louth, Mike 120 Loyer, Lynn 67,76,81,82,84, 120 Luce, Susan 19,66,72,82,84 Lynch, Larry 71,94,104,120 McCachran, Marilyn 67,72,76, 81,82,120 McClellan, Linda 127 McCollum, Jill 55,61,65,67, 73,77,82,84,117,120 McCollum, Linda 120 McCoy, Joe 19,65,94 McCoy, Mike 127 McCoy, Pat 127 McCoy, Trudy 72,127 McCracken, Marcia 66,77,82, 115 McDowell, Jim 120 McKeddie, Sandy 19,27,73,77 McLean, Linda 19 McMichael, Barbara 19,66 McMichael, Carole 19,66,76,84 McMillen, Steve 120 McMillen, Sue 67,84,120 McNall, Florence 19,32,66,77, 80,81,82,83,84,136 McNeal, Linda 84,127 McVay, Mary 72,84,127 Makuh, Mary Ann 66,72,82,84, 115 Marshall, John 71,120 Marsh, Margo 20,66,84 Martin, Mike 20,70,72 Marvin, Robert 94,120 Mason, Janice 67,84,127 Mason, Linda 20,26,61,66,72, 76,83,84,113 Matthews, Rickey 127 Matthews, Roy 20,60 Matthias, Wendell 76,82,115 Maxim, Dale 127 May, Patricia 127 Mefford, Sharon 67,72,78,127 Meng erink, Larry 65,121 Mengerink, Roger 115 Mercer, Max 76,115 Mercer, Richard 127 Merkle, Mildred 67,121 Metzger, Linda 127 Metz, Larry 20 Miller, Carolyn 127 Miller, Glenn 20,64,68,70,79 Miller, Harold 127 Miller, James 127 Miller, Jim 20,64,68,70,79 Miller, Lary 65,121 Miller, Mary Ann 67,77,78,79, 81,1 ,121 Miller, Richard 20 Miller, Robert 127 Miller, Tim 127 Mohr, Linda 64,66,72,81,82, 84,115 Monce, Eric 68,72,82,100,115 Moore, Linda 72,83,84,115 Mosier, Jim 121 Mosure, Gloria 67,68,84,121 Myers, Betty 20,32,64,66,72, 73,80,81,83 Myers, Carolyn 78,84,127 Myers, David 127 Myers, Dennis 65,70,104,121 Myers, Jim 79,82,121 Myers, Kathy 72,79,127 Nelson, Pat 66,72,79,82,115 Nihiser, Jerry 21,60 Niswonger, Scott 127 O Bryant, Nancy 115 Oswalt, Connie 78,84,127 Overholt, Charles 115 Paige, Joan 127 Pankratz, Rex 65,70,82,94,115 Parker, Karen 67,82,84,121 Parsons, Paul 127 Partin, Cheryl 66,76,84,115 Pate, Janice 84,127 Pease, Dale Pennell, Ann 21,27,64,66,69,72, 73,80,82,83 Pennell, Molly 21,26,34,68,69, 72,73,130 Pflum, Nanette 84,127 Pheneger, Bru ce 60,71,76,121, 135 Phillips, Ron 127 Poling, Dale 60,78,81,82,121 Poling, Gary 60,71,81,127 Poling, Susan 64,67,77,82,84, 121 Poling, Tom 21,55,61,65,77, 92,94,104,134,136 Pollock, Dennis 128 Pollock, Jerry 71,104,121 Pontius, Richard 121 Pontius, Terry 128 Poole, Andrew 60,81,82,121 Poppe, Don 121 Presler, Lawrence 21,64,65,68, 70,80,81,82 Price, Sharon 121 Prichard, Calvin 128 Pritchard, Sue 67,78,84,121 Prichard, Sandra 128 Proffitt, Lana 21 Pugh, Ellen 78,128 Purkeypile, Allan 121 Purkeypile, Gary 128 Purmort, John 21,65,70 Purmort, Joyce 64,67,77,82, 84,121 Radcliff, Sharon 121 Ragan, Steve 115 Rager, Mary 61,64,65,66,73,77, 82,115 Ralston, Linda 67,84,128 Rawlings, Dick 115 Reed, Claudia 72,128 Reidenbach, Robert 79,128 Rice, Peggy 72,84,128 Richey, Janis 67,72,76,81,82, 84,121 Ridenour, John 76,79,82,94,121 Ries, Marjorie 66,77,79,84,115 Riggs, Gary 115 Rinard, Elaine 78,84,128 Ringwald, Darlene 81,84,128 Roberts, Jackie 55,84,128 Roberts, Jerry 64,81,121 Roberts, Ronald 21 Robey, Gail 66,73,82,84,115 Robinson, Roger 121 Roebke, Gretchen 67,72,77,82, 121 Rogers, Steve 121 Rogers, Terry 121 Roggenkemper, Barbara 67,84, 128 Roggenkemper, Becky 67,82,84, 121 Rohr, Elaine 82,84,121 Rolsten, Tim 65,70,77,94,115 Rowland, Brenda 66,84,116 Runnion, Kim 67,79,84,128 Ruskaup, Tim 128 Russell, Barbara 67,72,128 Saam, Mary 84 v ,128 Sampsell, J.B. 60,64,72,77,81, 121 Saylor, Jerry 128 Scaer, Paul 76,81,82,116 Scerba, Dolly 67,72,78,82,84, 121 Schaadt, Kay 21,66,82,83,84 Schaffer, Richard 116 Schaffner, Dan 121 Schaffner, Mike 116 Schnepp, Beverly 84,121 Schnepp, Roger 116 Schultz, Tom 60,64,81,82,121 Schwartz, Sharyl 61,67,69,78,79, 82,84,109,121 Sealscott, Donna 67,84,122 Secaur, Karen 21,66,77,84 Sennebogen, Barbara 22,66,82, 83,84 Shackley, Mary Ann 22,26,32,34, 64,66,72,73,76,80,81,82,84, 89,130 Shaner, Richard 128 Sheehan, Frances 64,128 Sheets, Jim 116 Sheets, Linda 84,128 Shell, Ronald 60,77,79,122 Sherburn, Janice 22,66,72,76, 80,82,83 Shimp, Linda 72,84,116 Shobe, Richard 122 Shock, Bill 22,65,76,78,83 Showalter, Anita 128 Showalter, Barbara 76,122 Showalter, James 22,60 Showalter, Jill 64,81,82,84, 122 Siders, Stella 116 Sidle, Don 116 Sidle, Loren 22 Slane, Helen 116 Sluterbeck, Kay 122 Smith, Bruce 128 Smith, Connie 22,82,84 Smith, Jack 22,94,104 Smith, Mike 82,94,122 Smith, Steve 22,60,70,78 Smith, Tom 71,79,128 Smith, Bill 71,82,122 Smitley, Becky 22 Snyder, Gaynord 122 Speakman, Karen 23,66,83, 133 Speakman, Mickey 128 Spearman, Sharon 23 Speer, Tom 81,116 Spencer, Jim 128 Spoon, Linda 84,128 Spray, Suzanne 116 Spridgeon, Jim 116 Springer, Randy 128 Spry, Carol 79,116 Stanley, Mike 23,65,73,76 Stegaman, Dianna 23,72,82, 84 Steinmetz, Michelle 23,72 Steinmatz, Tony 104,128 Steman, Marsha 66,84,116 Stenger, Karen 23,73,77,78, 79,84 Sterrett, John 128 Sterrett, Sandy 23,72,79,84 Stevens, Bruce 76,78,82,116 Stevens, Richard 122 Stewart, Judy 79,84,128 Stittsworth, Karen 66,79,84, 116 Storie, Nancy 122 Stover, Shirley 128 Straley, Jim 23,65,70,83,100, 101,104 Stuck, Susan 82,84,122 Stump, Sharon 64,128 Subler. Judy 116 Switzer, Billie 128 Switzer, Jim 23 Swygart, Dave 129 Taylor, Donna 129 Taylor, Susan 64,67,76,81,82, 122 Teeple, Karen 72,129 Terry, Carol 23,32,72,80,81, 83 Terry, Sandra 66,72,78,82,116 Thatcher, Charles 24,72,82 Thatcher, Gary 129 Thatcher, Larry 129 Thatcher, Linda 82,84,122 Thatcher, Virginia 67,72,84, 122 Thomas, Beth 82,84,122 Thomas, Elaine 64,82,84,122 Thomas, Layton 129 Thomas, Linda 72,116 Thomas, Sally 24,72 Tindall, Barbara 72,116 Tindall, John 65,94,104,122 Tindall, Tom 94,129 Todd, Robert 24,134 Tomczak, Karen 24,26,61,64, 66,72,76,80,83,84 Trammell, Barbara 129 Truax, Nancy 84,129 Turner, David 79,129 Uncapher, Pete 24,78 Underwood, Cheryl 77,82,84, 122 VanAusdall, Bob 122 VanFleet. Sharon 129 VanWormer, Linda 84,116 Wagonrod, Louise 129 Wagonrod, Rick 24,70 Wagonrod, Ron 122 Waldron, Tom 94,104,122 Walker, Roger 81,82,122 Walters, Jenny 67,82,84,129 Walters, Jerry 122 Walters, Ron 24,26,61,65,94 Warden, Paula 67,84,129 Warren, Jerry 129 Watkins, Dave 70,116 Watson, Mary 122 Webster, Sharon 67,84,122 Weeder, Marilyn 129 Wehage, Clora 67,84,129 Werts, Gary 129 Wheeler, Sharon 72,77,82,122 Whitaker, Mickey 77,116 Whitcraft, Steve 129 White, Stephen 24,65,72,80,82 White, Steve 129 White, Stuart 61,71,79,81,129 Wiedenmann, Lois 72,73,82, 122 Wiedenmann, Susan 24,27,32, 72,73,80,81,82,83 Wierwille, Mary 25,27,55,61, 65,66,82,83 Wilhelm, Dennis 70,79,116 Wilhelm, Karen 78,129 Wilkin, Beth 79,84,129 Wilkinson, Curtis 129 Williams, Art 71,76,94,122 Williams, Dan 129 Williams, Linda 72,116 Williman, Kay 25,66,78,79,136 Williman, Sandra 79,129 Wilson, Debbie 66,83,84,116 Wilson, Jim 82,122 Winters, Connie 61,67,76,84, 117,122 Wise, Carl 129 Wise, Karen 25 Witten, Alan 25,26,32,34,64, 65,80 Wolford, Fred 129 Wolford, Richard 122 Wolverton, Jerry 129 Wolverton, Marilyn 72,129 Woodruff, Dave 116 Woodruff, Marion 129 Wortman, Merl 25 Wyandt, Steve 25,65,82 Yearling, Sharon 122 Young, Mike 71,82,104,122 Young, Julia 25,78 Zielke, Larry 81,129 Zielke, Sharon 25,72,82,83, 84,136 140 V j$$ I She 1962 GxcMuv 9s Dedicated 5o Gfte Students, Past, Vresent, And 3utuve Sincerely, The Staff: 142 got 7 4 mL Cm