Wathena High School - Wildcat Yearbook (Wathena, KS)

Text from Pages 1 - 118 of the 1964 volume:

Compliments of The Wathena Time r X y • • - . bIm i ♦ � 1 . . . • '. Ode to President Kennedy By Tom Didlo The morning dawn was like a spring day Filled with happiness, cheer and good will. For this man was filled with unbound spirit. As bright as the noon day sun. And with energy unlimited and not yet set free. To be used for the cause of freedom and truth. But now the evening is like a winter day. Dark and dreary with unweighted grief. For this man as he majestically sat Before the cheering thousands Was struck down by a leaden sphere. Sent on its way by an unseen hand. We, the Seniors of 1964, hereby dedicate this yearbook to our beloved sponsors, Miss Karen Ann Ritter and Mr. Lyle Moddelmog, who have devoted themselves willingly to our class and offered suggestions that have spurred us on to work and to accept the re- sponsibilities of life. Miss Ritter has been an inspiration to the musical department and Mr. Moddelmog’s capabilities as coach have accomplished remarkable improvements. To show the deep appreciation and grati- tude which we of the Senior class have for you, Miss Ritter and Mr. Moddelmog, we do dedicate to you this 1964 Wildcat. Miration Principal’s Message Many students go through the doorc of our school every year. Almost all of these have some differences in their appearance, their ambitions, their abilities, and their tolerance of others beliefs and station in life. The school promotes sociability and stimulates the intellectual and moral life of the students and community. A broad cooperation between different classes of society and the spirit of tolerance between different groups are the main objectives of our school. Young people must learn to be tolerant in their attitude towards others in their religious beliefs, their political allegiance, their racial problems, and the economic status of each. May all of you receive something from this scnool to better prepare you to take your proper station in society. DONALD MANVILLE-Treasurer JOHN BLACKBURN-Clerk RICHARD SCHULTZ-Director Administration of the affairs of a high school involve many dif- ficult problems in management and personnel. Bonds voted for major additions to the high school building this year indicate the community's interest in expansion of school facilities to meet the needs of a larger school enrollment. SEXTET: This group requires advanced voices for more difficult singing. The girls appear at various community functions and have been singing together since the seventh grade. Back row: Janeth Shields, Karen Harman, Phyllis Bradshaw, Judy Hewins, Melinda Madinger and Linda Burdge. Miss Karen Ann Ritter at the piano. In Biology class, Mr. Moddelmog helps students learn about the life processes physiology ITZn P V °f a imalS a d P'an,S and thc ana,omV a d Ella M. Corder B.S. Degree, Fort Hays K.S.C. Algebra I Geometry Business Arithmetic Lyle Moddelmog B. S. Degree, K.S.T.C. Biology Chemistry Football Track Mrs. Corder says that geometry teaches us to think logically and scientifically and is essential for reaching accurate conclusions in any vocation that one mav wish to enter. 1 Compliments of Murphy’s and Sunflower Village Miss Terrell tells her class that boys and girls to enter college, forces and civil service. advanced algebra is becoming a necessity for nd a necessity for the best jobs in the armed Henrietta C. Terrell A. li Defil’d . William Penn College. Oskaloosa. Iowa Algebra II Trigonometry Essential of Mathematics General Science Since typewriting efficiency depends on the development of proper operational techniques of the typewriter, Mr. Cotner observes these beginning typing students daily to see that instructions are properly carried out. After graduation, many of these students will work in offices where the typewriter will be the basic machine of their job responsibilities. Charles E. Cotner B.S. Degree. East Central State. Ada. Oklahoma Typing I Bookkeeping merican Ilistoi Mary Ann Delzeit, Melanie Euler, Nelita Slaughter, Thresa Kiefer and Mrs Kneller study a bulletin board on How to Sew as it appears in the Home Eco- nomics room. Not only sewing, but also cooking and home-making are learned in these rooms. Ellen M. Warren B. S. Degree, K.S.U. Latin I Spanish I, II Library CMOUIT kUO l Aprendemos el espanol—we are learning Spanish—says this class as they learn how to speak, read and write Spanish. World horizons widen for students, as they learn not only the language, but also the culture and customs of Spanish-speaking people. Compliments of Western Dairy Ice Cream Company and Maples Tea Room iicker J Baker University Acation I, II Jerry McCloud B. S. Degree, K.S.T.C Shop I, II, III Driver Education Mechanical Drawing To help every student obtain maximum benefit from present learning situations and to assist in preparing for the next step, whatever that may be, is the aim of the guidance program, directed by Miss Kiefer. Josephine Kiefer M. S. Degree, K.S.T.C. B. S. Degree, Mt. St. Scholastica College Typing II Shorthand English I Guidance Mrs. Leah Thomas leads the girls physical education classes in a program of learn sports, tumbling and rhythmic activities which help to keep them physically fit. Here the Girls' Physical Education I and II classes make a pyramid. Leah Jean Thomas B.S. Degree, K.S.C., Pittsburg English III, IV Physical Education Compliments of Dr. Evan A. Peterson CONCERT CHOIR: The best developed voices are utilized here to learn advanced fundamentals of music. The Concert Choir entertains frequently throughout the community. Back row: Janeth Shields, Glenda Wise, David Minsch, Linda Burdge, Lonnie Sollars, Judy Hewins, David Deeken, Karen Harman and Fred Allen. Seated: Jim Eisiminger, Bill Manville, Nancy Coursen and Larry Cook. Karen Ann Ritter B. M. E. Degree. Mt. St. Scholastica College Boys Chorus Girls Chorus Band Class Officers Janice Propheter Band 1. 2. 3 Girls’ Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Mixed Chorus 1, 2. 3, 4 Jr. Play (Student Dir.) 3 Senior Play 4 Class Vice-President 4 American Legion Gov. Day 3 Basketball Queen Attendant 1 Pep Club 1. 2. 3, 4 Yearbook Staff 4 Majorette 4 Girls’ State Alternate 3 Pep Club Vice-President 4 Class of 1964 Lawrence (Bill) Deeken Student Council 3, 4 Junior Play 3 Senior Play 4 Class President 4 Basketball 1, 2. 3, 4 Basketball Escort 3 Yearbook Staff (Bus. Mgr.) 4 Janice Hart Girls’ Chorus 1, 2. 3, 4 Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Junior Play 3 Senior Play 4 One-Act Play 2 Class Secretary 4 Girls’ State Alternate 3 Yearbook Staff 4 State Scholarship Contest: Hon. Mention. Algebra I 1 Fifth. Spelling I Honorable Mention. Eng. I First. Shorthand 3 Second, English 3 Spelling Contest: First 1 Second 2 P lelvin Goin Boys’ Chorus 1. 2 Mixed Chorus 1, 2 Senior Play 4 Class Treasurer 4 State Scholarship Contest: Hon. Men.. Geometry 2 Football 1. 2. 3. 4 Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Track 1. 2, 3. 4 Basketball Escort 3 W-Club Vice-President 4 W-Club Constitution 4 Yearbook Staff 4 Milton (Jim) Eisiminger Band 1, 2, 3. 4 Boys’ Chorus 1, 2. 3. 4 Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Dist. Music Festival 1, 3 State Music Contest 1, 3 Senior Play 4 Student Council 1, 4 Class President 1 American Legion Gov. Day 3 Football 1. 2. 3, 4 Yearbook Staff 4 W-Club President 4 “Litterbug” Essay Contest 2 Dance Band 4 Band Vice-President 4 Compliments of Deeken Super Service William (Bill) Manville Band 1. 2. 3. 4 Dance Band 2, 3. 4 Boys’ Chorus 1 Pianist for Chorus 4 Dist. Music Festival 1. 2. 3. 4 Junior Play 3 Senior Play 4 One-Act Play (Student Dir.) 3 State Music Contest 4 Student Council 1. 3 American Legion Gov. Day 3 Boys’ State Delegate 3 Basketball 1 Co-Editor of Yearbook 4 Larry Shalz Band 1 Boys’ Chorus 1 Junior Play 3 Class Vice-President 1 Football Track 2 Ann Hewins American Legion Gov. Day 3 Pep Club 1, 2, 4 Pep Club Secretary 4 Yearbook Staff 4 Junior Play 3 Senior Play 4 Ailene (Minsch) Gibson Pep Club 1, 2, 3 Cheerleader 1, 2, 3 Chorus 1 Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Football Queen Attendant 1, 1 Mixed Chorus 1 American Legion Government Day 3 Music Contest 3 Robert Castle Transfer from Elwood 2 Boys’ Chorus 2, 3 Mixed Chorus 2. 3 Football 2, 3 Track 2. 3 Basketball 2, 4 American Legion Gov. Day 3 Class Treasurer 2 Pamela Christensen Junior Play 3 Senior Play 4 One-Act Play 3 Girls’ State Delegate 3 Pep Club 1. 2. 3. 4 Girls’ Chorus 1. 2. 3, 4 Majorette 1. 2, 3 Drum Majorette 4 Poetry Award 3 Yearbook Staff 4 Girls’ Chorus 1. 2, 3. 4 Mixed Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4 Compliments of Manville Miller Construction Company and Red Rock Motel Mildred Propheter Girls’ Chorus 1. 2. 3. 4 Mixed Chorus 1. 2, 3, 4 Concert Choir 2 American Legion Gov. Day 3 Pep Club 1 Kay Davis Transfer from Highland 4 Girls’ Chorus 4 Fred Allen Boy’s Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 4 Band 1. 2, 3, 4 Concert Choir 1, 2, 4 Dist. Music Festival 1, 2, 3. 4 State Festival 1, 2, 3 Junior Play 3 One-Act Play 3 Senior Play 4 Yearbook Manager 4 Dance Band 2, 3. 4 Charlotte Fulcher Girls’ Chorus 1, 2 Mixed Chorus 1, 2 Tom Didlo State Scholarship Contest 5th Business Math Jim Rolfe Band 1, 2 Brass Octet Choir 2 District Music Festival 2 Football 1, 2, 4 Basketball 1, 2, 3 Compliments of Axlund Beauty Barber Shop and Wathena Feed Mill Romona Silvy Junior Play 3 Sr. Play (Student Director) 4 Student Council 2 Class President 2 American Legion Gov. Day 3 Girl’s State Delegate 3 Football Queen Att. 3 Basketball Queen Att. 3 Christmas Queen Candidate 1 Cheerleader 4 Pep Club 4 Pep Club President 4 Co-Editor Yearbook 4 Joanne Gilpin Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Class Treasurer 1 Class Secretary 1, 2, 3 American Legion Gov. Day 2 Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball Queen Att. 2 Football Queen Att. 2 Ronald Miller Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 1, 2, 3, Track 1, 2, 3, 4 Football Escort 3 Basketball Escort Class Reporter 3 American Legion Linda Molloy American Legion Gov. Day 3 Pep Club 1, 2, 4 Majorette 3, 4 Yearbook Staff 4 Poetry Award 3 Senior Play 4 Wallace Newton Boys’ Chorus 1 Concert Choir 1 Class Vice-President 2 American Legion Gov. Football 1 Basketball 1 Track 1 Senior Play 4 Mike Studer Junior Play 3 Compliments of Moskau’s Thrif-Tee Food Store Daniel Benitz Band 1, 2, 3 Boys’ Chorus 1, 2, 3 Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3 District Music Festival 1, 2, 3 State Music Contest 1 Student Council Treasurer 4 Class Treasurer 3 American Legion Gov. Day 3 Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 1, 2 Track 1, 2, 3, 4 Football Escort 3 Kenneth Schmille Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 2. 3, 4 Track 2, 3, 4 Football Escort 3 Anna Orcutt Girls’ Chorus 1, 2 Pep Club 1, 2 Judy Webber Junior Play 3 Senior Play 4 American Legion Gov. Yearbook Staff 4 Day 3 Kathy UUh Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Band President 4 Band Secretary 3 Girls Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Girls Chorus President 3 Concert Choir 2 Junior Play 3 Senior Play (Prompter) 4 Class Vice President 3 Christmas Queen Attendant 3 Pep Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Majorette 4 Yearbook Staff 4 Larry Cook Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Dixieland Band 2 Dance Band 2, 3, 4 Boys’ Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Mixed Chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 Concert Choir 2, 4 Dist. Music Festival 1, 2, 3, 4 State Music Contest 1 Student Council 2, 3, 4 Class President 3 Boys’ State Delegate 3 Yearbook Staff 4 Compliments of Absher Dymond Construction Company and Stees Hardware Class Thirty-two green freshmen turned up for training in the fall of 1960. These trainees were Fred Allen, Danny Benitz, Harold Brenner, Larry Cook, Pam Christensen, Bill Deeken, Tom Didlo, Jim Eisiminger, Charlotte Fulcher, Joanne Gilpin, Melvin Goin, Janice Hart, Ann Hewins, Bill Manville, Robert Meeks, Ronald Miller, Ailene Minsch, Linda Molloy, Wally Newton, Anna Orcutt, Jan Propheter, Mildred Propheter, Jim Rolfe, Kenneth Schmille, Larry Shalz, Romona Silvy, Jim Slaughter, Vem Springstead, Mike Studer, Kathy Ulsh, Judy Wallace and Judy Webber. Jim Eisiminger was chosen to head the group and Larry Shalz to assist him. Joanne Gilpin kept track of our rec- ords, and Wally Newton reported our news to the world. Bill Manville represented us at headquarters. Patricia Pat- terson and Robert McKenzie advised the group. We official- ly entered training after our initiation. During our first blast-off many of us gained honors. Ailene Minsch was football queen attendant; Jan Propheter was basketball queen attendant; and Danny Benitz and Romona Silvy were the Christmas king and queen candi- dates. Ailene Minsch served as cheerleader. Janice Hart won honors in the State Scholarship Contest in spelling, algebra and English. Jim Eisiminger and Danny Benitz earned football letters and Ronald Miller and Bill Deeken earned basketball letters. Fred Allen received a two rating at the District Music Festival. For entertainment we had a sock hop and saw “Gone with the Wind.” Our promising group made its second take-off with a crew of thirty-five. New crew members were Larry Boeh, Bob Castle and Carol Mason Sterne. Vern Springstead cancelled his reservation at the first stop. Leader for this lap of our journey was Romona Silvy and assistant leader was Wally Newton. Joanne Gilpin kept the records and Bob Castle controlled our treasure of fuel. Larry Cook repre- sented us at headquarters. Garrie Crider and Lyle Moddel- mog were our advisors. To make money we worked in the concession stands; and to amuse ourselves we saw “Errand Boy and “State Fair.” Many of our group won honors that year. Melvin Goin won honorable mention at the State Scholarship Con- test in geometry. Ailene Minsch cheered for the school. Janice Hart had a part in the one-act play. Joanne Gilpin and Ailene Minsch were football queen attendants, and Joanne was also basketball queen attendant. Boys earning football letters were Danny Benitz, Jim Eisiminger, Melvin Goin, Ronnie Miller and Kenneth Schmille. Those earning basketball letters were Bill Deeken, Melvin Goin and Ronnie Miller. Danny Benitz, Bob Castle and Melvin Goin earned track letters. Fred Allen received a one rating at the district music festival and a two at the state and Bill Manville received a two rating at the district. Our rocket blasted off for the third time with a flight crew of thirty-five. Carol Mason Sterne decided not to make the trip with us. Larry Cook was commander of our forces and Kathy Ulsh was second in command. Joanne Gilpin again kept our records while Danny Benitz guarded our funds. Ronnie Miller served as reporter and Bill Deeken re- presented us at headquarters. For entertainment the rocketeers went to St. Joseph to see “What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?” To make money we gave our first play “Keep Mov- ing.” The cast consisted of Judv Webber, Bill Deeken, Fred History Allen, Janice Hart, Bill Manville, Romona Silvy, Mike Studer, Kathy Ulsh, Ann Hewins, Pam Christensen and Larry Shalz. Josephine Kiefer and Dorothy Kneller were our sponsors. We gave a banquet honoring the seniors at Maples Tea Room. “Apple Blossom Time” was the theme of our banquet. In return we were guests of the seniors at a pic- nic at the city park. Representatives to Girls’ State were Romona Silvy and Pam Christensen, and those to Boys’ State were Larry Cook and Bill Manville. Other honors that year were won by various members. Pam Christensen and Fred Allen were part of the cast of “A Page of Destiny” which won first place at the County Play Festival. Ronnie Miller and Kathy Ulsh were candidates for Christmas king and queen, and Romona Silvy was an attendant at the football home- coming and at the Cupid Festival. Janice Hart won first place in the State Scholarship Contest in shorthand and second in English. Danny Benitz, Bob Castle, Jim Eisi- minger and Kenneth Schmille earned football letters. Ron- nie Miller earned a basketball letter. Track letters were earned by Melvin Goin and Ronnie Miller. At the District Music Festival Bill Manville received a two rating, Fred Allen a one rating. Fred also earned a one rating at the State Music Festival. Our group of thirty seasoned travelers blasted off on its fourth and final trip on August 26, 1963. Bill Deeken was chosen as head astronaut and Jan Propheter as alter- nate astronaut. Melvin Goin was chosen to guard our fuel supply and Janice Hart to record our knowledge. Jim Eisi- minger was our representative to headquarters. Those not with us for this trip were Larry Boeh, Jim Slaughter, Har- old Brenner, and Ailene Minsch Gibson although Ailene later rejoined us and Judy Wallace left after about six weeks. Kay Davis transferred to our group. Karen Ritter and Lyle Moddelmog were our sponsors. The cast for our second play “The Eager Miss Bea- ver” was composed of Pam Christensen, Bill Manville, Jim Eisiminger, Jan Propheter, Fred Allen, Ann Hewins, Judy Webber, Bill Deeken, Melvin Goin, Wally Newton and Jan- ice Hart. Honors won by members of this group were many during their last flight. Jim Eisiminger served as football captain and Melvin Goin as basketball captain. Boys let- tering in football were Danny Benitz, Jim Eisiminger, Mel- vin Goin, Ronnie Miller and Kenneth Schmille. Melvin Goin and Ronnie Miller lettered in basketball. Romona Silvy was football queen and Jan Propheter was basketball queen. Pam Christensen was football and basketball queen attendant. Kenneth Schmille and Ann Hewins were crown- ed king and queen at the Christmas dance. Melvin Goin and Bill Manville participated in the one-act play. Romona Silvy was one of the cheerleaders for our final trip. She also served as president, of the pep club. Jim Eisiminger was president of the Student Council and of the Letter- man’s Club. Highlights of this year were the annual Christmas dance given by us on December 14, our food sale, and the banquet at which we were guests of the juniors. Our rocket slowly approached its last stop as we held Baccalaureate Services on May 10, and Class Night on May 12. Then it stopped for the final time on May 14, when we held Commencement exercises. Now that we have finished four sponsored trips, each of us will be going into solo, separate orbits. Our Handy Man Dennis Goin John Chambers Class Treasurer Vice-President David Deeken Class President Joyce Gilpin William (Nick) Embery Ruth Kirschbaum Nancy Hewins Student Council Class Secretary Daniel Dinning James Elder Ronald Benitz Bonita (Cheryl) Butcher Class of 1965 Billy Christopher Compliments of Farmers Grain Lumber Company Linda Bruns Karol Madinger David Minsch David Mattox Russell Moore Harold Moss Lewis Myers Marilyn Hartman Janet Herr Lynn Kneller Jan Laipple Barbara Newton Compliments of the Gard Business University and Schuman’s Cafe Justina Ritter Geralyn Johnson m wm Dennis Juhl Patty Laipple Georgia K. Libel Jane Shalz Patrick Wakeman Dennis Shalz Jolene Beckman Frederick Walter Elizabeth Sauer Ronald Schultz Charles Studer Judy Petitt Joseph (Daniel) Studer Leroy Wilson Glenda Wise Linda Frankovich Donald Schultz Ronnie Hatfield Marion Davis Sandra Weber Pamela Warren Sandra Ramseier v Phillip Thomas Frances Davis Howard Crittendon John Fulcher Compliments of Lyons Oil Company, Inc., and Fleek’s Fruit Mkt. Linda Burdge Class Vice President Janeth Shields Class Secretary Homer Ritter George Eisiminger Student Council Karen Harman Class Treasurer - r- - Glenda Abbett Class of 1966 Sharon Gingery Compliments of Hannan Funeral Home Lawrence (Mike) Gabriel Dennis Lester Betty Minsch Roberta Miller George Hartman James Miller Allen Hewins Mark Mold Compliments of Hillyard Chemical Company Bill Kiehnhoff Freddie Rohrer n Susan Rolfe William (Bill) Nold Philip Studer Betty Walter Lonnie Sollars Steven Morey Kathleen Silvy Robert Studer Compliments of The Farmers State Bank V Melanie Euler Bernard Walter Victoria (Vicky) Duane Thomas Julie Grable Vice-President Student Council Fehrman Class President Secretary Treasurer Stephen Boeh Class Reporter Class of 1967 Dawson Minsch Vivian Kline Leroy He wins Susan Weber Nelita Slaughter Ronald Bahr Phyllis McVey John Bear Steven Gingery Lila Schuman Dennis Sharp Compliments of Bray’s Studio Richard Schultz Linda Hartman Lee Brandt Janette Elder Rex Dishon Betty Lake Thresa Kiefer Thomas Miller Kenneth Christopher Susan Hurtig James Caton Francis Walker Brycen Rice Compliments of Hardy’s Cafe FOOTBALL SQUAD: Back row: Patrick Wakeman; Steven Gingery; Leroy Hew- ins; Dawson Minsch; Jim Walter; Tom Miller; Richard Schultz; Raymond Beli; Raymond Orcutt; Bill Nold. Third row: Coach Cotr.er; Homer Ritter; Duane Thomas; Blaine Thomas; Donald Schultz; David Minsch; Ronald Schultz; Fred- erick Walter: John Chambers; Dennis Lester; David Johnson; Coach Tucker; Coach Moddelmog. Second row: Charles Studer; Nick Embery; Steve Boeh; Mii- ton Hartman, Jr.; Bill Kiehnhoff; Dennis Juhl; Keith Bauman; George Eisiminger; Allen Hewins; Daniel Dinning; Lonnie Sollars. Front row: Phil Thomas; RicharcJ Hewins; Jim Elder; Jim Eisiminger; Daniel Benitz; Ronald Miller; Kenneth Sch- mille; Jim Rolfe: Ronald Benitz and Dennis Goin. WATHENA PLACED SECOND IN K-36 LEAGUE K-36 League Standings W L Place Highland 5 0 1 Wathena 4 1 2 Troy 3 2 3 Elwood 1 4 4 Midway 1 4 4 St. Peter Paul 1 4 4 Compliments of Beck’s Cafe Wathena Wathena Wathena Wathena Wathena Wathena Wathena Wathena Wathena 1963 FOOTBALL RECORD 20 .................. Valley Falls 27 ....................... Everest 46 ...................... Robinson 25 .......................... Troy 20 ............ St. Peter and Paul 18 ........................ Midway 7 ...................... Hiawatha 0 ...................... Highland 27 ........................ Elwood 18 6 C 13 6 7 13 14 0 Jim Elder bulls his way for a first and ten! Ronald Schultz collects six points with the aid of four blockers as Wathena scores against their homecoming opponent, Midway. Jim Eisiminger captain. Center Line Backer Ronald Schultz fakes and goes for an easy gain Danny Benitz—Guard Ronald Miller—End Lyle Moddelmog Kenneth Schmille—Tackle Donald Schultz is stopped by Everest linemen on a drive to their goal line. Jim Roife—Tackle Compliments of Miller’s Rexall Pharmacy and Ed’s Standard Service Melvin Goin-End ' Vs - - HOMECOMING QUEEN: Romona Silvy r The queen, her attendants, and the crowd are anxiously awaiting the outcome of the game with Midway. Jim Eisiminger crowns the queeen, Romona Silvy, at the thrilling home coming game with Midway, October 25. Romona was escorted by Kenneth Schmille. Al- though the score was 7-0 in favor of Midway at the half, the Wathena Wildcats surged ahead in the last half with three touchdowns, to win the game 18-7. Queen candidates and their escorts are Pamela Christensen, Melvin Goin; Nancy Hew- ins, Ronald Miller; Janeth Shields, Daniel Benitz; Melanie Euler, Jim Rolfe. Carrying the flowers and the crown are Gerri Hewins and Michael McKernan. Led by the majorettes in sharp new red and white uniforms, the Pep Club and the band form a star at the half of the Midway-Wathena game. The Pep Club's white football against a blue background adds to the beauty of the queen and her attendants. Romona, the queen, and Jim, the captain, lead the dance at homecoming. Compliments of Wathena Apple Growers Association and Manville Garage David Minsch Forward Allen Hewins Forward Homer Ritter Forward Ronald Miller Center Mark Nold Center Ronald Schultz Guard Donald Schultz Guard 1963-64 OPPONENT Elwood ......... Troy ........... Highland ....... Hamlin ........ Valley Falls ... Midway T roy .......... Highland Elwood ......... Sts. Peter Paul Hamlin ......... Midway ......... Sts. Peter Paul Everest ......... Melvin Goin Center captain. Jim Elder Guard John Chambers Guard A-Team Record 46 76 79 19 83 83 65 .71 52 74 61 72 84 WATHENA 59 52 41 77 46 60 56 58 78 60 63 51 55 Gary O. Tucker Coach FRESHMAN BASKETBALL TEAM: Alan Boeh, Raymond Bell, Brycen Rice, Bill Orcutt, Mr. Charles Cotuci . second Row: Dickie Schultz, Kenneth Christopher, Ronald Bahr, Leroy Hewins, Dawson Minsch. First Row: Steve Boeh, Jim Walter, Steven Gingery, Tom Miller, Blaine Thomas. B TEAM: Coach, Lyle Moddlemog; Bill Nold, Dennis Lester, Philip Tho- mas, Dennis Goin. Second Row: Nick Embery, Steve Boeh, Blaine Thomas, David Johnson. Front Row: Duane Thomas, Fred Walter, George Eisiminger and Danny Dinning. Wathena B-Team won 1st Place in K-36 League Tournament at Highland. 1963-64 B-Team Record OPPONENT WATHENA Elwood 17 58 T roy 38 44 Highland 41 34 Hamlin 28 70 Valley Falls 44 46 Midway 33 60 T roy 35 72 Highland 45 37 Elwood 23 72 Sts. Peter Paul .... 28 74 Hamlin 37 78 Midway 49 76 Sts. Peter Paul 27 53 Compliments of Beck’s Cafe Melanie Euler, Linda Burdge, Pam Christensen and Nancy Hewins were the attendants to the basketball queen. Seated is Jan Propheter, our basketball queen. Janice Propheter, sitting in front of the rainbow, reigns as queen of the homecoming Over the Rainbow Basketball dance, held January 17, after the Elwood game. Melvin Goin is her escort and captain. Other candidates and their escorts are Pamela Christensen, with Donald Schultz; Nancy Hewins, with Ron- ald Schultz; Linda Burdge, with Ronald Miller; and Melanie Euler, with Jim El- der. Michael Shalz carries the crown and Sheri Schultz is the flower girl. Dorothy Kneller advisor l. ■ . The Pep C,ub is fyP'cal of the fine spirit which dominates the school. With their enthusiastic shouts and fierce loyalty during a game, they help to make the team go, fight and WIN! Back row: Lila Schuman; Jane Shalz; Pamela Christensen; Ann Hew- ins, secretary; Pamela Warren; Karol Madinger; Judy Petit; Ruth Kirschbaum; Joyce Wilson; Threasa Kiefer; Nelita Slaughter; Phyllis McVey; Linda Hartman. Fourth row: Patty Laipple; Linda Bear; Vivian Kline; Joanne Gilpin; Sharon Gingery; Georgia Libel; Judy Hewins; Cheryl Butcher; Justina Ritter; Geralyn Johnson; Susan Weber; Mary Ann Delzeit; Julie Grable. Third row: Naomi Clin- ton; Ruth Wollnick; Geneva Wollnick; Janice Propheter, vice-president; Stella Caton; Wanda Caton; Janet Herr; Barbara Newton; Nancy Coursen; Sandra Weber; Elizabeth Sauer; Susan Rolfe; Marilyn Hartman; Charlotte Fulcher. Second row: Francis Walker; Janette Elder; Glenda Abbett; Kathleen Ulsh, trea- surer; Kathleen Silvy; Betty Walter; Susan Hurtig; Carolyn Newton; Sherye Bit- fiker; Linda Bruns; Melinda Madinger; Phyllis Bradshaw; Ruth McVey; Betty Minsch. Front row: Victoria Fehrman; Melanie Euler; Romona Silvy, president; Nancy Hewins, student council; Linda Burdge; Karen Harman; Joyce Gilpin and Janeth Shields. CHEERLEADERS . . . The exuberant cheerleaders are an inspiration to the school. The enthusiasm of the Pep Club, the team, and the whole student body is greatly aroused by them. BACK ROW, A-Team: Karen Harman, Joyce Gilpin, Janeth Shields. SECOND ROW, B-Team: Melanie Euler, Victoria Fehrman, Romona Silvy, Nancy Hewins. FRONT ROW, Linda Burdge, head cheerleader. Compliments of Hoover Orchards and Wild Bill’s Furniture Appliance THE WILDCAT KITTENS Preparations for Homecoming Boosters Holiday Motel Ed Gilpin, Wathena City Marshall Harry Oyerly’s Springstead Market Joe Opticans St. Joseph Coca Cola Bottling Company Grable’s Barber Shop Acree Dry Goods Lawrence Gabriel Custodian The Monkey's Paw was the title of the exciting drama given by Wathena High School at the one-act play festival at Midway, February 13. Mrs. Dorothy Kneller coached the play. “THE MONKEY’S PAW” Mr. White.................................. Dick Hewins Mrs. White „.............................. Nancy Hewins Herbert....-................................ Bill Manville Sergeant-Major Morris....................... Fred Walter Mr. Sampson .................................. Melvin Goin Dorothy Kneller TRACK: Back Row: Coach, Gary Tucker; Jim Miller, Jim Elder, Philip Thomas, Melvin Goin, Mark Nold, David Deeken, Allen Hewins, Ronald Miller, Dennis Lester, Richard Hewins. Third Row: Dickie Schultz, Leroy Hewins, Stephen Boeh, Ronald Schultz, John Chambers, Jim Walter, Jim Drake, Dawson Minsch, Fred Walter, Assistant Coach, Lyle Moddelmog; Freshmen Coach, Charles Cotner. Second Row: David Minsch, Daniel Dinning, Bill Nold, George Eisiminger, Nick Embery, Tom Miller, Donald Schultz, Rex Dishon, Daniel Benitz, Dennis Goin. First Row: Raymond Bell, Bill Christopher, Blaine Thomas, Brycen Rice, Alan Boeh, Bill Kiehnhoff, Harry Shane, Duane Thomas, Homer Ritter and Steven Gingery. BOYS' CHORUS: Great concentration is used in this class to produce the best lone possible where a wide variety of selections are used to further develop the male voice. Mixed Chorus, which is composed of Girls' Chorus and Boys' Chorus, is the main feature in a Christmas program every year. Back row: Fred Allen, Richard Hewins, Lonnie Sollars, David Deeken, Jim Eisiminger. Second row: David Johnson, Lewis Myers, Harold Moss, David Minsch. Front row: Bill Man- ville, Dennis Sharp, Larry Cook and Warren Davis. GIRLS' CHORUS: Miss Ritter's Girls' Chorus works hard to keep their voices in fine singing condition. They learn to sight-sing and they study a large range of different types of music; they sing from Bach to Gershwin. Back row: Glenda Abbett, Frances Davis, Judy Hewins, Ruth Kirschbaum, Geralyn Johnson, Melin- da Madinger, Melanie Euler, Phyllis Bradshaw, Janice Hart, Betty Minsch. Third row: Janice Ward, Rose Mary Hart, Thresa Kiefer, Kathleen Ulsh, Janice Propheter, Pamela Christensen, Marilyn Hartman, Karen Harman, Judy Petit. Second row: Janeth Shields, Lila Schuman, Sharon Crittendon, Cheryl Butcher, Linda Burdge, Sherye Bittiker, Karol Madinger,, Victoria Fehrman. Front row: Julie Grable, Mildred Propheter, Nancy Coursen, Joyce Gilpin, Ruth McVey, Nancy Hewins and Glenda Wise. Compliments of Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company and Jim Cook Saw Mill • • CHRIS CHRI5 The mixed chorus presents a Christmas Choral December 19. Accompanying the mixed chorus is Bill Manville on the piano and Mrs. Romona Silvy and Allen Hewins portray Mary and Joseph in the Christmas Choral. Ann Hewins and Kenneth Schmille were crowned Queen and King at the Senior Christmas Dance. It's fun to decorate a Christmas tree Lynn Kneller, Harry Shane and Dennis Lester are the kings in the Christmas Choral. Fred Walters, Pat Wakeman and Bill Kiehnhoff act as shepherds in the Christmas Choral. Melanie Euler is watching the Nativity Scene Fred Allen helps St. Nicholas at the Christmas Assembly. Candidates for Christmas King and Queen are: seniors, Kenneth Schmille, Ann Hewins; sopho- mores, Linda Burdge, Homer Ritter; juniors, Nancy Hewins, Lynn Kneller; freshmen, Julie Grable and Jim Walter. MAJORETTES: Five majorettes and a drum major energetically compliment the marching band. Janice Propheter, Pamela Christensen, drum majbr, Linda Mol loy, Kathy Ulsh, Glenda Wise and Karol Madinger. Band ‘Hill'll. 1111111 1111111 1.111111 lllllll mini limn The Wathena High School Band, which provides entertainment at our major sport events throughout the year, participates in the Apple Blossom Par- ade each spring and promotes school spirit. Red jackets with white trousers and red and white overlays give the band a smart appearance. The band greatly appreciates these new uniforms. Compliments of THE ESHELMAN MUSIC HOUSE and EULALIA’S DRY GOODS This is called the new look. Up with your mitts, everybody! Presented by the Senior Class on October 18, 1963. THE EAGER MISS BEAVER Gazella Upshaw Doreen Upshaw Harland Upshaw Til lie Tooth acre Canasta Brown Hank Peters Bernice Beaver Beaseley Scudder Verbena Van YVyck Dickey Van Wyck Prentis Prouty The Faceless Fiend Student Director Prompters Stage Mgrs. Make-Up Tickets ... Programs Director Ann Hewins .Jan Propheter Fred Allen Judy Webber Janice Hart Jim Eisiminger Pam Christensen Bill Manville Linda Molloy Wally Newton Bill Deeken Melvin Coin Romona Si Ivy Joanne Gilpin. Kathy Ulsh Larry Shalz. Bob Castle Larry Cook Judy Wallace, Anna Orcutt Bill Deeken, Judy Webber and Romona Silvy Karen Ann Ritter Verbena tries to overbid the fossilized old buzzard Scudder. Pd rather be a live cowardly calf . . . 'Listen everyone! Dear Niece . . Well, are you folks going to help me?' Compliments of Kaelin Fruit Market and Meidinger Oil Co. r BL os CLASS OF 1963-64 CLASS OF 1962-63 Apple blossom time was the theme of the junior-senior prom May 4, 1963, which was held at the Maples in St. Joseph. Guests entered through an archway of apple blossoms, and a wishing well beside a real apple tree helped to give a gay rustic atmosphere. AMERICAN LEGION COUNTY GOVERNMENT DAY The annual American Legion County Government Day was held December 5, at the Troy Courthouse. This program was sponsored by the Atchison-Doniphan County Council of The American Legion with the cooperation of the four Legion Posts of Doniphan County. Students who went from Wathena are the following: Coun- ty Attorney, Fred Walter; County Clerk, Ruth Kirschbaum; Clerk of District Court, David Minsch; County Commissioners, David Deeken, Pat Wakeman, Dennis Goin; Probate Judge, John Cham- bers; Register of Deeds, Karol Madinger; Sheriff, Donald Schultz; County Superintendent, Lynn Kneller; County Treasurer, Judy Petitt; Agricultural Extension Agent, Ronald Schultz; County Engineer, Howard Crittendon; Home Economics Agent, Patty Laipple; Welfare Director, Nancy Hewins. Both parents were welcomed at Dad's Night. Are they having what. Dad? Of course not! Betty Lou has been having an affair with a married man, and it's all your fault, John Maxwell. And to think, a married man! JUNIOR PLAY November 22, 1963 Mr. Maxwell .................... Fred Walter Mrs. Maxwell ................. Karol Madinger Betty Lou Maxwell .............. Nancy Hewins Bernadine Smith ................ Glenda Wise Wilbur Maxwell ................. Pat Wakeman Hercules Nelson ................. Lynn Kneller Connie Maxwell .................. Pam Warren Craig Moore .................... David Deeken Mr. Moore ..................... Philip Thomas Del Marshall ................... Dennis Coin Aunt Mary ................. Ruthie Kirschbaum Miss Blayne .................... Gerri Johnson Stage Managers.....Nick Embery, David Minsch, John Chambers Make up ......... Judy Pettit, Linda Frankovich Tickets ........... Mrs. Kneller, Mrs. Corder Programs ....... Patty Laipple, Sandra Weber Advertising Manager...........John Chambers Junior Class Sponsors ........ Charles Cotner, Dorothy Kneller Student Directors Georgia Libel, Elizabeth Sauer Assistant Director ......... Karen Ann Ritter Director ..................... Charles Cotner WILBUR! Get up this instant! You're talk- ing out of your head! Do you ever read those letters sent in to Vester Blayne's love-lorn column? Library assistants help in the many duties involved in library service and with Mrs. Warren, promote more and better reading among the students of Wa- fhena High. Lee Brandt, Mrs. Warren, Bill Kiehnhoff, George Eisiminger, Bill Nold, and Lynda Fulcher are seen here. Not pictured is Jolene Beckman. I don't think Mr. Tucker would apprec- iate that joke! Let's twist again! Quick, what's the answer? Comprende usted el espanol? Mike Studer Patty Laipple Anybody for poker? Mrs. Mary Engeman Head Cook Harry Shane and Edna Shane late enrollees • • • W A - • . «■ W I • • V . Bus drivers, Lawrence Gabriel, Lawrence Pankau and Norman Sigrist are stand- ing in front of the buses loaded for the trip home. Leroy Hewins, with Mr. McCloud directing, will be driving the Driver's Education car, while Nelita Slaughter, Ruth McVey and Brycen Rice observe. Mrs. Margie Jacobs and Mrs. Marie Houlton prepare the nutri- tious meals served at noon, with the assistance of this group of students. The Student Council works for the general welfare and betterment of the school. By establishing a Hall of Fame plaque, the Council each year honors members of the graduating class who have been outstanding in athletics, in scholarship, and in special activities. A new project this year was a clothing collection for underprivileged children in the Southern Applachian Mountains. Pictured are the members: Back row: Jim Eisiminger, president; Miss Kiefer; Nancy Hewins, sec- retary; Bill Deeken; Homer Ritter, community council representative; George Eisiminger, community council representative; Ruth Kirschbaum; David Deeken, vice president; Jim Walter. Front row: Daniel Benitz, treasurer; Larry Cook and Duane Thomas. YEARBOOK STAFF: Back Row: Larry Cook, music page editor; Kathleen Ulsh, class page editor; Janice Propheter, activity pages; Fred Allen, business manager; Ann Hewins, class page editor; Linda Molloy, class page editor; Bill Deeken, business manager; Ellen Warren, advisor. Front Row: Jim Eisiminger, sports editor; Judy Webber, activity pages; Bill Manville, co-editor; Pamela Christensen, senior class editor; Janice Hart, senior class editor; Romona Silvy, co-editor; Melvin Goin, sports editor and Mike Studer. This yearbook tells the story of the people of our school. On these pages we have tried to preserve the many memories of this year. We are grateful for the oppor- tunities that have been given us. Our special thanks go to the merchants, professional men, and friends of the school who, by sponsoring pages, made it possible to offer this 1964 annual to the school. 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