Vernonia High School - Memolog Yearbook (Vernonia, OR)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1966 volume:

Memolog 1966 Vernonia High School Vemonia, Oregon 1 We, the staff of theMemologof 1966, do hereby dedicate this edition of the Me mo log to Mrs. Mona Gordon, who, for the past 14 years, has been our school clerk and assistant to the librarian. Her favorite hobbies are dancing, traveling, art and knitting. She comments, I think Vemonia High School is a very good school with fine instructors and administrators. Most of the students are cooperative, and I like the way they take care of the school building and equipment. 2 Page 65 3 4 Mr. Welcome Rumbaugh Vocational Education Principal Mrs. Ora Bolmeier Guidance Director English and Psychology Mr. David Allison Science and Math Mrs. Dorothy Brailler District Librarian Mr. Bill Bowen Vocational Education Mrs. Ellen Hanson Mrs. Ann Westerberg Secretaries Teacher’s Aids Mrs. Paul Gordon Mrs. B. Kronmiller Mrs. D. Banta Mrs. B. Eckland Mrs. B. Nelson Mr. William P. Ambrose Superintentent of Schools “The Inspiration Behind The Student” Mr. John G. Crows ton Social Studies Mrs. Alvilda Hearing English Mr. Mike McCracken English Mr. Bert Kronmiller Business Education Mrs. Catherine Howard Girls Physical Education Mr. Charles Randall Music Mr. Don Young Boys Physical Education Biology Miss Phyllis Williams Home Economics Mr. Harold McEntire Mathematics Mrs. Amy Kamholz French 5 The Doors Open At VHS Those of you who are happy to be back in school raise your hand. A Students line up to give up summer freedoms and wages. B Students talk about summer vacation experiences. C Students hurry off to classes as first bell rings. 6 L Roger Medges Class Presiden t Mary Andrus Secretary Marsha Krieger Treasurer Steve Minger Vice-President Class Most Athletic Robert Mattson Letitia Biddle Fred Smith Yovoannie Willie Merle Long Mike Laws Claudia Carter Ronnie Steele Ann Bergerson David Larson 8 Robert Brinkerhoff Christine Bender Marilyn Jones Jerry Hanson Joe Curl Raymond Kyser John Coila Ron Russell Eldon Barrett Vickie Strong Susan Tovey Dennis Pederson Gordon Blackburn Beth Ann Ambrose Bob Wood Velma Anderson Gonzales Cox Robert Stone Susan Walker Robert Shafer Shannell Loyd 9 Mike Laws reads the prophecy--Mary Andrus stands there grinning. Senior Activities Mr. Rumbaugh makes a few comments. 10 Marsha brings the people up to date with the class history. Willing Jerry willingly reads the class will. Roger closes his eyes for a dramatic effect. These five worked hard to wear the honor cords. The time slowly ticks by for the seniors, but a few faces show they're not too unhappy. Gradu Chris Bender (left) and Beth Ann Ambrose (right) were the girl honor speakers at the graduation of the Class of ’66. Dave Larson and Vickie Strong take their last walk across the gym floor as VHS students. John Coila won the Crown Scholarship which is worth $2500. ation Bob Mattson (lett) and Fred Smith (right) were the boy honor speakers at graduation this year. A few last minute preparations before the big event of the year. Mrs. Hearing gives final instructions. Honor student Roger Medges. also Class President, presents the Class Gift to Mr. Ambrose. Mike Laws displays the portable spot light which was a joint gift by the P.T.A.. the Eighth Grade Class, and the Seniors. Juniors Search For Goals Of Tomorrow Linda Abercrombie Marsha Aldrich Linda Armstrong Erick Berg Steve Bodenhammer Linda Brady Albert Brunsman Marilyn Busch Keith Cameron Mary Lou Carter Sam Ceballos Stephen Ellis Leslie Enstrom Carol Floeter Cheryln Floeter Candie Glick Darthula Grosche Karen Gudmundsen Nancy Hamnett Bill Hanson Gary Hanson Randy Holce Larry Holsey Kathy Jensen Sally Knowlton Sheila Long Cleve Loyd Virginia Nelson David Peddicord Bud Robertson 14 Linda Rowley Brad Rumbaugh Sharon Sanders Ann Sargent Peggy Sargent Linda Sawyer Kathy Schwab Dave Serafin Janice Serafin Sherry Sutton Janet Tovey Ken Vealey LaVern VonHeeder Judy Weller Don Wilson Pat Workman Carolyn Elander 15 The great Junior Class--All the boys were chicken to get their pix--except for Brad. (His head is just behind Sharon's hair). Wanda Anderson Lloyd Anderson Charles Andrus Jeanette Aultman Judy Baska Pete Brunsman Ed Burton Tim Conroy Dave Crawford Steve Curl Sophomores Are in an “Adjustment” Year Clara Dennis Mary Ann Dennis Larry Elton Mike Fetherston David Fisher Leslie Forcier John Foster Fawnda Goodman Milton Gudmundsen Allyson Hall Claracy Hartzell Steve Hemeon Becky Henderson Susan Henderson Sail Hytrek Paul Hytrek Mary Ann Ecenogle Nancy Icenogle 16 Marilyn King Karl Koch Kevin Krieger Hmmmm, I don’t know THAT boy. Kristen Landers Randy Larson Susan Larson Tom Lawler Sandra Lindsley Barbara Long Nancy Lynch Stanley Meyer Marti Merriman Donna Moreland Geoff Proehl Cathie Quinn Carmen Rundle Cristie Rundle Karen Schwab Keith Seible Rose Seidelman Dean Stockwell John Thomas Wade Von Heeder Dan Walker Jim Wiederkehr Sheelia Wolf Lina Wright Freshman Search For Knowledge Gary Davis Myron Dennis Zenda Ellis Genevieve Foote Rick Gardner Mike Busch Wayne Cameron Connie Clausen Rocky Crawford Jack Bartlett Dado Briones Mary Brunsman Ron Aldrich Danny Ambrose 18 Cathy Glick Paul Goodman Glenda Hahmeyer Christy Hanson Dan Hearing Kathy Henderson Marcella Hendricks Terry Hepler Curtis Hickman Judi Horn Susan Howard Laura Icenogle Larry Klein Joyce Knowlton Matt Kock Doug Koski Debbie Larson Lawayne Leffler Kathy Long Debra Miller Shari Nightwine Steve Poetter Yvonne Remington Cathie Reynolds Susan Reynolds Patty Rosser Fay Russell Ed Sanders Ed Seibel Chris Smith Merle Smith Douglas Steele Doris Taylor John Tomlin Margaret Tovey Pat Tovey June Townsend Ed West Yolanda Willie Danny Smith 19 Organization and Activities SEASON RECORD Won--1 Lost--6 Tied --2 Roger Medges is stopped on the one-foot line. Loggers stop Massey for no gain Coach Crowston gives final instructions for Homecoming encounter with Pirates. SPONSORED BY: Vernonia Drug Co., Horace Hertel, proprietor, Vernonia, Oregon Football This year the Vemonia Loggers had a 1-6-2 win, loss, tie record. The Loggers were outclassed in many games, but played with such spirit and dedication that the outcome of each game was not determined until that final gun. Coaches Crowston and Young discuss plans for game with Hood River. The lone Logger victory came against Hood River when the Dragons were refused a score in the final moments of the game. Jerry Hanson, end, was the only Logger to make the A11-League team. Fred Smith, Roger Medges, Larry Holsey, and Bob Wood received honorable mention. Jerry was also picked as an alternate for the Shrine game, and was also selected to honorable mention on All-State A-2 ratings. Joe Curl scores against Neah-kah-nie 23 Junior Varsity Football - Football - 1 win, 4 losses The Junior Varsity was coached by Bill Howard. They lack experience and size but made up for it with their hustle and determination. Matt Kock, Gary Davis, Les Forcier, Keith Seibel, and Rod Alrich showed a great deal of promise. Jerry Hanson - First team - All-League Honorable Mention - All-State Cross Country Not pictured, Brad Rumbaugh. Gymnastics This year marked the beginning of Vernonia's Cross Country Team. This team was coached by Mr. Young and six individuals received letters. They placed second in the Cowapa League and John Coila placed first at the District 1 meet. Vernonia competes with Neah-kah-nie. Sam Ceballos placed second in the state at a trampoline exhibition. 25 L to R--Coach Kronmiller, Dave Larson, Larry Elton, Dennis Peterson, Joe Curl, Jerry Hanson, Fred Smith, Bill Hanson, Stephen Ellis, Roger Medges, Steve Minger, Coach Crowston and Manager Gordon Blackburn. This team is the 1966 Champion of the Western Division of the Cowapa League. SEASON RECORD Won-74 Lost--8 League Record 6--2 Bill Hanson goes up for a shot against the Neah-kah-nie Pirates at the District Playoffs. All-League guard, Dave Larson, steals the ball and drives in for two against Neah-kah-nie at District Playoffs. SPONSORED BY: Sunnyside Service, Hans Slette, proprietor, Vemonia, Oregon Basketball The Logger Basketball team was one of the finest in many years. After losing four of the first five games, the Loggers finally jelled and won their next eight games. The Loggers lost only two league games in capturing the Western-Division crown. The two victories over our rivals, Seaside, were the highlights of the season. The last victory insured the Loggers a berth in the play-offs where they defeated Scap-poose the first night, but lost to Neah-kah-nie the second night. Fred Smith, Dave Larson and Jerry Hanson led the Loggers in scoring attack. Fred and Dave received first team All-League honors. Jerry received second team All-League honors. Both Fred and Jerry were picked to the fifth team All-State. Jerry and Fred jump for rebound. SPONSORED BY: Bruno Studio Portland, Oregon Junior Varsity This year’s Junior Varsity basketball team showed some real action. Although they had some bad luck towards the end of the season, several promising athletes developed. Their record was eleven wins and ten losses. Freshmen The Freshmen started slowly, losing their first two games but finished off the season with a nine and four record. 28 Golf Tom, Ken, Brad and Pete practice driving. This year’s Golf team lacked experience and depth, winning only three of twelve matches--placing 6th in the Cowapa League. Track Discus-man, Roger Medges gives a hefty heave. Steve Minger takes a hurdle in graceful form. Dado, Al. and Joe run laps during track practice. Gary Davis clears the bar a graceful form 30 Track The Logger track team enjoyed a very successful season. Five school track records were broken. Joe Curl, a double record holder, broke the two-mile and mile records. Jerry Hanson broke the pole-vault, record, Bill Hanson broke the 880 record, and Fred Smith broke the high-hurdles record. The Logger cindermen took second at the Sub-District and District meets. Five boys went to the State track meet, they were: Fred Smith, Bob Wood, Jerry Hanson, Bill Hanson and Joe Curl. At the State track meet, Jerry placed fifth in the pole vault, as he jumped 12' 9 . This jump broke the school record. Bill crosses the finish line, Outstanding Athletes 32 Fred Smith, the outstanding basketball player of the year 65-66. lead in points, rebounds, and free throw percentage this year. Above, .he works in for two at the playoffs. Joe Curl was awarded the outstanding track trophy. He has run many miles getting into condition. Joe broke the school records in the one mile and the two-mile runs. Roger Medges received the outstanding football award this year. Although, our season was not very successful, Roger never did give up hope but kept right on hustling. The cross-country trophy was awarded to John Coila who put out a terrific effort in the Vemonia meets. Jerry Hanson, who is good in football, basketball, and track, received the Outstanding Athlete of the year award. He made All-League in football, was on the top five in basketball, and placed fifth in state track. The J. V. Cheerleaders were increased to eight girls between the Freshmen and Sophomore classes. They were elected in the fall by the student body. Their names are: Susan Howard, Joyce Knowlton, Mary Brunsman, Chris Rundle, Marty Merriman, Becky Henderson, Zenda Ellis, and Shari Nigh twine. Junior Varsity Cheerleaders All eight pose in order of height. Their uniforms are a bright blue and gold. Football quint poses for pix. They are: Kristen Landers, Jeanette Aultman, Linda Brady, Virginia Nelson, and Allyson Hall. 65-66 Football Cheerleaders This year Vernonia was represented by two sets of Varsity Cheerleaders. The Football Cheerleaders were chosen in the spring, and the Basketball Cheerleaders were chosen in the fall. These five worked hard on their yells. Homecoming, and promoting school spirit. Linda makes the point to complete the Victory effect. (Kristen falls asleep on the job!) Varsity in action: Victory Bell up front. 34 Basketball Five from left to right: Sally Knowlton, Kathy Jensen, Mary Andrus, Carol Floeter, and Marsha Krieger. Basketball Cheerleaders This peppy group had the experience of following the team to playoffs. They worked hard to boost the town's spirit and with Ver-nonia's backing, they cheered the Loggers on to a successful season. The squad consisted of two senior girls and three Juniors. The Seniors were awarded corsages by the Junior members at the final pep assembly. The Varsity all give a hearty smile together in team work style. as they huddle «erkoki« Mary jumps extra high as the cheerleaders give a cheer for the Loggers at playoffs. Don't take that from them Roger. 1965 Queen Marsha and King Roger start the Coronation Dance. Homecoming Queen Marsha flips coin Crowd roars approval! Final pep talk gives boost to Loggers. 37 Jeanette Aultman, the Sophomore Class princess, was elected as Queen of the Sweethearts Ball. She wore a floor length gown of gold and white with gold gloves to match. Her escort was Ed Sanders. Hey Tish! Open your eyes. You and Bob get your picture taken! Sweethearts Ball Yes Kristen, we know your class made money. 38 Language Arts Awards Mrs. Hearing awarded Real Estate Speech Awards this year to Chris Bender and to Ann Sargent. These girls each won prizes in St. Helens at a speech competi- 86111 Ann Ambrose received an essay award from Mrs. Hearing tion contest sponsored by the Elks. Chris won first f°r er tirne and effort put into writing, prize of $100. This year the English Teachers decided to give an award to the student who tried the hardest in each individual class. This was not to be awarded on scholarship but on effort. For the Seniors, Chris Bender received this award. Steve Boden-hammer (not Pictured) was given the Junior Award, Sandra Linds-ley got the Sophomore Award, and Joyce Knowlton received the Freshman Award. Senior The Senior Banquet is an annual affair sponsored by the civic organizations of Vemonia. It is always held the evening of the Junior-Senior Prom so that the departing Seniors will be honored. Mr. Ambrose hosts the dinner. Okay Joe, you'll get your ice cream. 40 K Banquet The Senior Banquet is a dressy affair--lots of good food, too. 41 Beth and Mike enjoy their meal. Tish (the queen to be) lets ice cream melt in her mouth. The Enchanted Forest This years Junior Prom was truly a picture of enchantment as theme indicates. The Class of ’67 spent time and money on this annual affair, so that the out-going Seniors could enjoy this last big school affair. Come on Gary, pay up! Keith observes Benedict Arnold and the Traitors, playing to his right-- Carol holds the punch while Joe stocks notice the memory books and candy provided free by the Junior Class. up on cookies. The Class of ’67 spent more than any other class on refreshments. 42 Sal and Fred get out and shake a leg; Claudia and husband dance under a star. Queen Tish grins and displays her bouquet. Bob beams too! The Prom Court complete. One radiant queen and four pretty princesses with five merry men to boot! Smile sweet, Sweethearts! The 1965 Homecoming Court: Three Seniors with three charged personalities. Some of the prettiest girls in Vemonia occupied the courts this year. For the Sweethearts Ball, Chris Bender, Marsha Aldrich, and Debbie Larson were princesses while the Queen was Jeanette Aultman. During the Homecoming season, Chris Bender and Mary Andrus were princesses. Marsha Krieger was elected as Queen. In March, three girls were selected to represent Vemonia in it's annual Friendship Jamboree held in July. They were Mary Andrus, Sue Tovey, and Sherry Sutton. Finally, the Studentbody chose Tish Biddle as Queen of the Prom. Her court consisted of Marsha Krieger, Mary Andrus, Marilyn Jones, and Chris Bender. As a whole, the school was very well represented this year. Courts of “65-66” The princesses for the Junior-Senior Prom and their escorts stand below awaiting the announcement of the Queen. After weeks of preparation, the Juniors were able to make The Enchanted Forest one of the most successful Proms thus far. Although they went in the hole financially they made a great effort to have the Senior's final Prom be a long remembered one. Voted upon by the student body, these three girls will be city (?) famous in July. Science awards by Mr. Young: Dado Briones, Bob Mattson, and Fred Smith. Awards Typing I awards by Mr. Kronmiller: Jeanette Ault-man, Allyson Hall, and Sue Larson (not pictured). Assembly Social Studies awards by Mr. Crowston: Beth Ann Ambrose and Bob Mattson. 46 ■HP Senior Merit Cup awarded to Tish Biddle by Mrs. Bolmeier. Vocational Awards by Mr. Bowen: Merle Long and Ron Bodenhammer. Math Award by Mr. MacEntire to Bob Mattson. Citizenship Awards were made to Marilyn Jones and Dado Briones by Mrs. Bolmeier. 47 Student Council This year the leader of Vernonia High School was not only well-liked and very able, but also good looking. Jerry led the students of VHS through a successful school year in both athletics and academics. Jerry Hanson: Studentbody President Student Council attempts a humorous skit to break the ice on the first day of school 48 Student Council: They had a lot of tough problems to tackle but, as a whole, made some good decisions. Bill who? Happy workers . . . huh? Chris bribes the crowd. No Bob! I won't come. Student Body Election Tish Bob surprised. Youth Fellowship Club Left to right: Bottom row; Mr. Randall, Vickie Strong, Gordon Blackburn, Beth Ann Ambrose, Mr. Allison; top row; Ann Sargent, Geoff Proehl, David Fisher, Kerry Gudmundsen, Kathy Jensen, Velma Anderson, and Susan Walker. Photo Club The Photo Club members from left to right: Vickie Strong, Tish Biddle, Doug Koski, Dan Hearing, and Dan Ambrose. Mr. Allison is the advisor. The Youth Fellowship Club has been enjoying it's first year of organization this year. They were very active in church socials and made a great effort at inviting other students to participate in their activities. The Photo Club, though small, managed to be available at every school activity to take and print pictures. They learned a good deal about developing. Dan Hearing was particularly outstanding in this field as he supplied a large part of the pictures for Memolog. 51 Memolog Ye merry editor, Tish! Throughout the school year of 65-66, Tish Biddle has been our man behind the scenes. She has worked nearly every spare moment and also managed to come up with some added improvements to the new Memolog. Oh Oh! Better run--Here comes Danny! 52 The Memolog Staff: Sixteen in all, many members put in several hard hours of work. National Honor Society The new officers for N.H.S. are elected near the end of May. For the school year 66-67, they are: President, Bill Hanson; Vice-President, Sally Knowlton; Secretary, Kathy Jensen; Treasurer, Ann Sargent. Mr. McEntire, the N.H.S. advisor, and some of the probationary members look over the chapter rules. At the right, Chris and Bob display the N.H.S. symbol. These two painted it by hand during their spare time. Fred Smith headed the National Honor Society this year as it's president. Members of the Vernonia chapter must have a grade point average of a three point and can be only Juniors and Seniors. However, Sophomores are accepted on a probationary basis only, with no guarantee of being voted in as a member the following year. This year’s N.H.S. had it’s annual tapping ceremony in the fall. Later, a food sale was held to raise money for letters and pins to be given to new members during the formal initiation. Officers: President, Fred Smith; Vice-president, Kathy Jensen; Secretary, Christine Bender; Treasurer, Beth Ann Ambrose. With a big smile from Mr. McEntire, the members of National Honor Society pose for their group picture in front of the school. 55 F.TJL The Vernonia chapter of Future Teachers of America consists of all high school students who are interested in teaching as a profession or would like to learn more about teaching as a possible career. The officers this year are: President, Ann Sargent; Vice-President, Tim Conroy; Secretary, Leslie Enstrom; and Treasurer, Pete Brunsman. One of the members, Chris Bender, was Regional President and the advisor, Mr. McCracken, was the Regional Advisor. This year the activities consisted of visiting different schools such as David Douglas, attending many regional meetings, investigating teaching as a profession through films such as Mr. Novak and sponsoring an officer of FTA to a summer FTA Conference. During National Education Week, the club gave apples to the teachers of their school. The final and biggest event was a Regional Convention held at Vernonia. This, under the direction of Chris Bender, was a get-together of all FTA members from the cities in their region for the purpose of further study of the teaching profession and the election of the 1966-1967 officers in the Region. In all, it proved to be a successful year. The club is looking forward to a larger and even more successful organization in the school year 66-67. Regional President Chris Bender poses with Mr. McCracken, the Regional Advisor in addition to the Vernonia chapter advisor. 56 Future Homemakers of America Group picture of F. H.A. members with President Mary Andrus in the center. Zenda and Christie attended a F.H.A. Conference this year. This year the Future Farmers of America were very active in Vemonia. In the summer, they attended several fairs and entered a judging team in several affairs. At one county fair they received a second place. They participated in the tours for the Portland area Grade School students at the P. I. Later on, the Vemonia organization sold Christmas cards making $50 profit. This spring, Randy Holce, Steve Poetter, and Dean Stockwell went to the State F. F. A. Convention in Bend. Also, this spring, several members attended the Farm Management Conference in St. Helens. Mighty Loggers display tree. The entire F.F.A. group stands for group picture. Only two seniors leave the group of 15. 58 Paul Bunyan This year Paul Bunyan's main goal was to work towards paying for glass backboards in the gym. They had a scrap metal drive along with sponsoring the Senior-Faculty basketball game, a raffle, and a dance. Senior members gather in front of the trophy case. What are you laughing for. Dave ? Paul Bunyan group picture--Jer shows off a little next to President Itoger. 59 This years G.A.A. was headed by President, Marilyn Jones; Vice-president, Carol Floeter; Business Manager, Marsha Krieger; Secretary, Kathy Jensen; Treasurer, Nancy Hannett; Seargents-of-arms, Kristen Landers and Mary Lou Carter. B-Volleyball team, played a very exciting game coming in second in the invitational tournament. A-Basketball team, played many exciting games, coming second at Seaside. G.A.A. This year the Girl’s Athletic Association sponsored a volleyball team and a basketball team. Junior and Senior girls were eligible for the A Team and Freshmen and Sophomore girls were eligible for the B Team. The B Team was particularly outstanding as it placed second in the volleyball tournament and first by a long range in the basketball contests. The A Team was not so successful in volleyball, however, they placed second in the basketball tournament. These girls put in long hours of practice not only in their P. E. classes but also during evenings, sometimes twice a week. They had a lot of fun together and came up with some very good plays as well. All teams were coached by Mrs. Howard who is the P. E. teacher along with being advisor for G.A. A. Volleyball A Team--they look pretty happy for placing last in the tournament, don’t they? Basketball B Team--Seven jolly champs. They made sure that everybody saw their trophy! 61 62 The Band takes a breather. 63 Girls State Delegates This page is sponsored by the following organizations: American Legion Auxiliary, American Legion, and Rebekah Lodge. o Cn For your home loan, see First Federal Savings and Loan, Longview, Washington Gee, the service is great at WESTERN AUTO! Dave picks out Mother’s Day plant from SPOFFORDS. Thanks, KING’S GROCERY has everything. And they are so-o-o-o reasonable!” Remember now, MARILYN’S CASUALS has the best shoes in town.” We V.H.S. students do our business at the U.S. NATIONAL. THE PINE CONE has everything to eat.. . we like it. The VERNONIA LAUNDRYMAT comes in handy for unexpected spots. BRUNSMANS COAST TO COAST HARDWARE: First in prices, first in quality, and first in service o o The service at MILL MARKET LOCKERS is great. VERNONIA’S VARIETY has everything under the sun. Larry takes his business to the ENCO STATION . . .why don t you? 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