Washington High School - Neshotah Yearbook (Two Rivers, WI)

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Drive which borders the lake between Two Rivers and Manitowoc. Not only does Two Rivers attract tourists, but professional athletic teams have found this cool city an ideal place for summer training. Moderate temperatures promote pleasant working condi- tions in the thriving industries. Wood, plywood, steel, and aluminum manufacturing plants offer employment to many people. With the two rivers affording natural access to the lake, commercial fishing has also become a major industry. A number of the inhabitants are engaged in the construc- tion of electrical appliances and marine engines while others occupy themselves in the woolen mills and the numerous service positions of a normal community. The ice figure has been selected by the annual staff to represent the theme of the 1948 Neshotah, Two Rivers- The Coolest Spot in Wisconsin. A editor Yvonne Bohm, organization editor Jean Talmadge, editorial editor Earl Puls, art editor Page 3

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Page 2 ta, ,,,,,,,f -1 if yu s 'X ' ' fff? -, ., Z M X ,i aw , 4 ,Q 4 si:'lli 14' The coolest spot in Wisconsin! The perfect locality for work and play! Located on a point seven miles out in Lake Michigan the fair city of Two Rivers is a small but integral part of the Hplayground of the Middlewestf' While the rest of the state is sweltering under the summer sun, tourists crowd the sandy beaches along the cool lake to enjoy the natural features that native Two Riverites take so much for grantedethe temperate climate, Neshotah Park with its abundant recreational facilities, and Memorial

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For the past five years the lives of Two Rive1's'youth have been affected both directly and indirectly through the work of the superintendent, George M. G'Brien. In this short time, he has proved his outstanding ability, keen interest in students, and general thoroughness. He ada ted himself so well to the coolest spot in Wisconsin andjits inhabitants that he immediately became an important part of this community. Above all he won the respect and ad- miration of every student in Washington High. Some of the visible additions to the school for which Mr. O'Brien worked include: the stairs leading into the bowl, the new lighting system enabling Two Rivers to participate in evening football and track events, the picturesque sports Held, the stationary bleachers in the GEORGE M. O'BRIEN gym, and the much-praised loud speaking system which was installed throughout the school. The superintendent was graduated from Elkhorn High School and later attended Lawrence College. He received his bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Wisconsin. He not only participates in school activities but also has a wide variety of outside interests. Besides serving on the Library Board, the Vocational Board, and the Boy Scout Executive Committee, he is an active Rotarian, having served as president this past year. His hunting and Hshing interests have ta'ken him from Canada to Wyoming. With great pleasure, the annual staff of 1948 dedicates this annual to a great friend and superidtendent, Mr. George M. O'Brien. I