West High School - Hesperian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

Text from Pages 1 - 88 of the 1959 volume:

kzjvtjo n onond snodvaNNicu t ow S tjyf h W 1W' lose T7 JSV Foreword Fifty-one years ago, when the students of West High School chose Hesperia, Star of the West, as their school symbol, they could not have realized how significant this symbol was to become. How could they know, in those last days of the horse and buggy era, that within a half century, other West High students would seriously be considering travel toward that Western Star? Today, all nations are vitally interested in the stars. Man made satellites circle the earth and the exploration of space is rapidly yielding knowledge that will change our world. The people of America have realized that the future of our country in this space age, lies in the education of its youth. Therefore, in a process of developing a space minded society, American education is changing. Our program at West High School reflects many of these changes. There is evidence of a growing seriousness of purpose and a more intensive program of studies. The humanities, sciences, and vocational courses are being revised and accelerated to meet more adequately the needs of the individual student and to prepare him for the various roles that he will take in the nation and world of a space age. The 1959 Hesperian is designed to show the present spirit of West High School — how the students think, work, plan and look toward the future in this new star age. PAGE 1 coniEiiis INTRODUCTION FACULTY.................................PAGE 6 ORGANIZATIONS...........................PAGE 12 SPORTS..................................PAGE 26 UNDERCLASSMEN...........................PAGE 42 SENIORS.................................PAGE 50 SCHOOL LIFE.............................PAGE 68 PATRONS.................................PAGE 76 FAREWELL................................PAGE 80 With an awakened awareness of the importance of education, America is realizing that a school is no better than the quality of its faculty. The strength and excellence of any educational program is dependent upon its faculty's ideals, motives, preparation and ability to teach. The faculty of West High School is a group with broad experience and advanced training. They are specialists in both their subjects and extra-curricular activities. In the clubs and organizations, they assist and instruct the students informally. Participation in such activities allow the students and faculty to develop real friendships and make West a truly cooperative school. West High School's administrators, teachers and other staff members give freely of their time and energy in promoting the school and its activities. It is through their interests in students as individuals, that they are able to help with educational, vocational, and personal problems. They give encouragement to Westites that aid them in making the most of their talents and abilities. Their enthusiasm is contagious and often the spark that starts students on their way to various successes. We, the graduating Seniors, have come to realize how much our instructors have contributed to our development, and many of us will know that it was in their classrooms that our careers began. Mr. Morris Says Goodbye Mr. J. Morris, Principal I am taking this opportunity to say goodby to the students, teachers and personnel of West High School. I am retiring this June, after many years of being a part of this outstanding School. It has been a great privilege and a pleasure to have been associated with West High School. Not only has it been an inspiration, but a lot of fun to work with the youth of this community. The rewards have been great. I am confident that the future of the school will be as splendid as the past that I have personally known. What West High School means to its graduates was dramatically shown last year when we celebrated West's 50th Anniversary; what it means to the staff is demonstrated each day by their work and words; what it means to the present students is expressed in the West High Creed. These are the things that make our school great. I shall miss my daily contacts with you, but I have plans for an intensely busy program of reading, outdoor projects and conservation work. Through these activities, I shall be in contact with the youth of Minneapolis; they are my greatest interest. Mr. W. Palm, Assistant Principal Good-by, Mr. Morris, The thousands of students and hundreds of faculty members who have had the good fortune to know you will indeed feel sod when you lock your office door for the last time. You have given generously of yourself and your abilities to the betterment of all who have been associated with you during your 35 years at West High School. Your life hos been a devoted one. Your many outstanding personal qualities have been enhanced by the manner in which you have lived and worked — always a gentleman and always building and strengthening the traditions of West High School. I indeed feel most humble in expressing to you that Well Done which comes from the hearts of all who have known you. Today's Teachers Prepare Tomorrow's Leaders MAXINE BAKER RICHARD BIOMGREN MARY BOARDMAN ROBERT CASSERIY JOHN DUNNEWOLD Art Commercial Social Studie lndu trial Aft Industrial Art PERCY FEARING language FRANCES FORD Food VICTOR HANSEN Mu ic DONALD HOUCK IlOYD JOHNSON Science Social Studie New Teachers This year has brought three new teachers and a librarian to West's teaching staff. These faculty members are: Mrs. Delois Warren and Miss Nancy Watrud, English; Mrs. Rosemary Prohofsky, Home Economics; and Miss Karlotte Thompson, Librarian. Along with classroom instruction, these teachers also have been active in advising clubs and helping with school projects. Mrs. Warren has been an assistant to Miss Blessin's Creative Writing Club. Miss Watrud was the factulty adviser to the Times and directed the Senior Class Play. Co-odvising the Social Clubs was the job if Mrs. Prohofsky. Our librarian. Miss Thompson, organized the school's text book system. Their teaching and guidance encouraged us to extend our knowledge and develop our abilities. We were delighted to find that they were exhibiting the old West High Spirit. ERIC UNDBERG DWIGHT McLAUGHlIN ORA MclAUGHLIN Mothemotic language language ALBERT NELSON MARY PALMER ESTHER PAULSON Mathematic Social Studie Englith 9 They Guide, Direct, and Teach . . . CAROL PETERSON DAVD PRIMROSE MRS. ROSEMARY PROHOFSKY MRS ALICE ROOD ROBERT ROY Physical Education Social Studios Homo Economics English Sociol Studios MRS. ANNETTE SCHERER SIGVALD STOYLEN KARLOTTE THOMPSON CHARLES VOSS MRS. DELOIS WARREN Visiting Toachor English Librarian Mathematics English NANCY WATRUD CHARLOTTE WESTBY HUGO WICKSTROM MRS. IILIIAN WIKMAN LENORE WOHLLEB English English Scionco Work Co-Ordinator Nurso NOT PICTURED HAROLD BAILEY English SELMA BLESSIN English ANCIL ILSTRUP Physical Education ARTHUR NORTON Scionco J. VINCENT PORTER Commercial 10 with Patience and Understanding Counselors: Morris Eiatch, Gladys Dahlin. Office Staff: ln x Mahoney, Linnoa Jensen, Alice Ed- berg, Rosamond Nelson. They Do Behind-the-Scenes Work Lunchroom Staff: E Forsland, H. Engel, M. Thomas, M. Webster, E. Torrance, D. Thompson. Maintenance Staff:! R. Helmbrecht, R. Pearson, S. LaPole. '. Colvin, H. Gustafson, L. Handeland, J. Peterson, Lunchroom Staff Service with a smile was a symbol of our lunchroom staff. Despite the stampeding hordes of students waiting for cookies and caramel rolls, the cooks survived our shouts and grabbing hands. The students and faculty always appreciated their cheerful spirits and good service. Custodian Staff Keeping a building running smoothly takes training and skill. Our custodian staff has both, plus the quality of friendliness. They were interested in our activities and we will always remember them as a group of avid football fans with grandstand seats in 326. 11 Organizations As Seniors, some of us will end our classroom training this year, some will go on to four years of college, and a few will do advanced graduate work. But whatever our future, we will spend much time in association with informal groups. Thus, West High School has developed organizations to meet the great variety of student needs and to make our school life well rounded. Being in a school club, whether it is for social, academic, or philanthropic purposes, is a vital factor in developing personalities. Here we learn the rewards of brotherhood that could never be gained in formal classroom associations. The experience of working for the benefit of the group as a whole gives greater personal satisfactions than any achievement which has only individual gains. All of the clubs extend knowledge and give us the opportunity of working with a group with common interests. Some of the groups are service organizations and in them, help to others is the by-word. Whether it is making popcorn to be sold at a football game or planning a fund drive for a Greek orphan, these groups are practicing the virtue of giving, which is the real meaning of service. As individuals in our school groups, we learn to serve and contribute. In this way we enjoy our school more and are better prepared for participation in democratic life. Student Council ROW 1: I. Smith, C. Sweiger, B. Scherling, B. Hooper. LEFT SIDE: M. Schomburq, M. Nithimura, J. Wartnick, B. Otis. RIGHT SIDE: J. Strothman, J. Umkt, P. Hauxen-berger, S. lindholm. ROW 2 :N. Wortnick, S. JomeMon, L Btrmon, T. Amman, ROW 3: R. Potion, K. Finrud, B. Borowtky, C. Prine, S. Dunbor, A. Svendten, T. Nixon, M. Anderson. Our Student Council is the body which represents the students in the school government. Its members and officers are elected by their respective classes on the basis of scholastic record and ability to serve. The Council's duties consist of consulting with the school administration on affairs relative to the student body, helping to solve some of the general behavior problems and sponsoring all-school activities. This year it has organized and run the Homecoming and other celebrations very successfully. The Council has also modified the Teenage Code to better fit the needs of our student body. The Student Council is our first major practice in democratic self-government. Government . . . Scholarship . . . Leadership . . . Character Service Club At every home football game, the Service Club provided a food stand for both schools in competition. They also decorated the hall Christmas trees and sponsored the hockey jamboree. With the money they made from their concessions, they bought many useful items for the athletic teams. The girls in the Service Club certainly have been an asset to West High School. They were aided by Mr. D. Houck who purchased the goodies for them and told them where and how to sell. ROW 1: B. Schiotz, I. Deutsche, 5. Rotenblum, S. Goldman, B. Hallen, B. Cheetebrough, P. McGinnis, I. Goppers. D. Cadmut, L. Gronmon, J. Strothman, Mr. D. Houck ROW 2: K. Wallen, J. Koeptell, A. Schiotz, B. Coombs, M. lucking, B. Butler, B. Otit, C. Wendell, G. Struthen. S. Somod. S. Hill, M. Ward, M. Bendixen. ROW 3: P. lenth, K. loppi, S. I indell, K. Ebner, J. Kottke, S. Synnet, M. Jacobson, B. Cammins, N. Cook, K. Finrud. Red Cross An organization participating in school, community and international activities is the Junior Red Cross. The organization was under the direction of Miss E. Paulson this year. The hard working members had many projects this year. Among these were filling Red Cross chests built by the woodworking classes. Mr. J. Dunnewald and his students also designed and made over two-hundred bed trays and footstools for hospitals and homes. A checker board made for community institutions was chosen to appeor in a Finnish exhibition. Three other items also won acclaim by appearing at the Brussels World Fair. The school's March fund drive supported these projects. ROW 1: P. Kromer, I. Levine, B. Coombi, C. Rock. B. Voj o. ROW J: M. Galie, C. Kalina. S. Jensen, C Larson, P. Campion, C. Price. ROW 3: J. Conn. N. Comb, S. Schumacher, J. Berg, E. Byers. ROW 4: S. Somod, H. Homon, N. Cook. B. Bowman, C. Wilcox, B. Morrell. ROW 5: S. Carlstrom, M. Jacobson, M. Schomburg, J. lar  on, M. Carton. Service . . . Improvement . . . Assistance . . . Entertainment Dance Group Our flashy Dance Group, well known for skill, original choreography and dramatic costumes, presented many popular programs this year. Their numbers ranged from serious to humorous presentations. Under the direction of Carol Savela, with Kathy Finrud as Co-captain, the sixteen regular members and five alternates practiced many hours developing and perfecting their routines. Even then their work was not done, for each girl furnished the material and made her own costume. Their major performances this year have been at football and basketball games and the Sno Day and Homecoming celebrations. Aft r weeks of drills, the Donee Group exhibits its skills for other Minneapolis High Schools. We Sing (and Play) for Dear Old West High! Choir: ROW It C. Rock, 0. Hermes, C. Hinricks, P. Skjei, D. Glidden, B Bolduc, G. Quirk, M. Thompson. ROW 2: L. levine, J. Anders. K. Wulf, E. Hayword, J. Chambers, M. Mattion, E. Byers, B. McNaughton, ROW 3: J. Kollins, P. McGinnii, S. Imm, S. Hill, K. Bertrand, I. Eisenstadf, J. Borg, P. Rogers. ROW 4: K. Finrud, K. Wallen, S. Donaldion, S. Johnson, P. Ninon, J. Weathers, B. Boaudroau. ROW 5: M. HoM, R. Velasco, P. Horr'son. S. loin, I. Fogel, C. Ronning, M. Zumberge. N. Cook. ROW 6: B. loin, P. Pudas, B. Morrell, N. Wartnick, S. Kalliman, G. Mantel, T. lows, C. Savela. Band: ROW I: R. Pederson, M. Murzyn, D. Greene, R. Pearson, D. Gilbertson, B. Woltholl, M. Bri , S. Quist, A. Friedlond, K. Overman. ROW 2: J. Chambers, W. Abramson, C. Judd, K. Wolsh. J. Schauer, I. Thodei, M. Turner, E. Vang. R. Word, N. Ferguson, J. Nelson ROW 3: B. Maly, J. Perkins, E. Ferrond, S. Anderson, J. Johnson, B. Thompson, J. Romlin, T. Kurtti, B. Swanson, J. Plontin, R. Peterson, D. Nyvail. ROW 4: D. Hussman, J. Connell, R. Morris, S. Economon. S. Ulstod, M. Regentz, M. Hall, Mr. V. Hanson. 16 Times Staff: ROW 1: T. Aujmon, S. Stensrud, Miss N. Wolrud. ROW 2: J. Strothman, I. Grossman. I. Goppers, K. McCarthy, J. Berg. E. Abrams, M. Ward. ROW 3: B. Bowman, B. Choesebrough, B. Olsen, A. Clawson, I. Deutsche, D. Olson, J. English, B. Sands. ROW 4: S. Strauman, P. Koaton, R. Homstad, S. Dunbar, S. Rosenblum, E. Curtiss. Layout, Copy, Chaos . . . Deadline . . . Publication! Hesperian StClffs ROW 1: V. Chauvin, B. Hooper, K. Finrud. ROW 2: B. Schiotx. N. Cook, S. Sornod. C. Savela. ROW 3: . Goldman, E. Abrams, S. Shanedling, P. McGinnis, M. Bendixen. M. ScSwartx, B. Otis. 17 Dance Group M. Hagen, C. Rock, B. McNoughton, C. Price, J. Weldon, E. Byers, M. Bendixen, F. Kate, I. Berman, B. Olson, K. Finrud, N. Cook, C. Sov.la, S. Somod, M. Kilbride, D. Koltei. Aft Club ROW 1: B. Vojta, J. Bartko, B. Cheesebrough, B. Cummins, C. Savelo, D. Olton, C. Price, V. Chauvin. C. Sweiger, W. Oletzke, B. Olsen. ROW 2: M. Schomburg, J. Hayhoe, S. Standal, S. Strauman, E. Farrand, N. Bergquist, 1. Sewell, M. Jones, S. Synnes, B. Hartwick, M. Nelson, Miss M. Baker, L. Hoag. ROW 3: B. Walthall, I. Goppers, J. English, K. McCarthy, M. Ewing, G. Mundale, J. Garven, R. Fisk, R. Sanders, C. Marx, G. Nielson, P. Gallos, N. Saltzman, K. Finrud. Help for those who are unable to help themselves is the aim of the Aid Board. The group was under the helpful guidance of Miss M. Palmer. In the past, the organization supported a European school Aid Board: ROW 1:L Grossman, B. Coombs, M. Ward, V. Chauvin, S. Jensen. ROW 2: Miss M. Boardmon, Miss M. Palmer, J. Strothman, D. Olson, S. Goldman, J. lemke. ROW 3: L Levine, P. McGinnis, M. Lucking, S. Miller, B. Scherling, R. Poston. ROW 4: C. Wendell, K. McCarthy. J. Berg, S. Stent-rud, M. Anderson, J. Finn. ROW 5: A. Schiolz, F. lenth, S. Hill. J. Holt. B. Hollen, L. Deutsche. ROW «: T. Ausman, B. Hooper, S. Jameston, J. Larson, M. Jacobson, D. Koltes, N. Cook, B. Cheesebrough. 18 Debate: ROW I: E. Dockman, Mr. H. Bailey, N. Corter. ROW 2: R. Homsfad, P. Keaton, T. Gerhard, J. larton. ROW 3: D. Zahringer, B. Reick, S. Ueberman. The ability to express oneself is an im-portapt skill in a democratic society. The Debate and Drama Clubs were organized to help acquaint the students with the proper methods of speech and interpretive reading. These groups were organized and advised by Mr. H. Bailey. The Debate team participated in city debates and ranked eighth in the Regional Tournament. Drama Club: ROW 1: P. Keaton, W. Sherman, J. larton, 5. So mod, R. Goldman. ROW 2: Mr. H. Bailey, S. Stensrud, A. Schiotz, J. White, J. Martin, B. Olson, S. Dunbar, J. Inkala, B. Scherling, I. Grossman, S. Goggins. Outstanding Work and Production . . . Make West Tops The Occupational Relations group was a very ambitious part of our senior class at West this year. While coming to school in the morning and studying the normal academic subjects, they worked at a part-time job in the afternoon. Mrs. L. Wikman, their teacher and counselor, helped them with their work problems and prepared them for their future full-time employment. Occupational Relations: .ow , P. Williams, I. Nelson, M. levos, P. Fossland. ROW 2: S. Week worth, N. Marshall, S. Harding. B. Walsh, S. Saltzman, Mrs. I. Wikman. ROW 3: G. Johnson, M. Andriet. G. Potorson, M. Lansing, B. Dickinson, K. McCauley. Literary Clubs row i: d. cadmu , s. Miner, h. o m.iio , B. Hollen, K. McCarthy, L. Deutsche. ROW 2: A. Dray, B. Cheese brough, J. Conn, M. Word, I. Alpert, C. Rock. ROW 3: P. Keoton, W. Sweet, M. Colie, B. Olson, M. Bohn, K. Pewters, I. Goppers, S. Stan-da I, B. Cammini, D. Olson. Creative Writings ROW I: Miss S. Blessin, J. Wheeler, A. Dray, Mrs. D. Warren. ROW 2: P. McGinnis, S. Stensrud. K. McCarthy, S. Standal, M. Golie, N. Solfxmon, S. Hagen, B. Hartwick, J. Strofhman, S. Nudell. ROW 3: T. Ausman, T. White, P. Keoton, D. Cadmus, J. Conn, W. Eibrink, M. Bohn. Diversified Interests . . . Variety of Clubs . . . Satisfaction Nightingales • ROW 1: B. Coombs, B. Vojta, C. Solheim. ROW 2: S. Anderson, R. Tharaldson, D. Grailick, Miss M. Board-man. ROW 3: L. LoFaver, C. Kalina, N. Comb, K. Linnell. ROW 4: R. Hart, J. Houpt. P. Rathbun, M. Sliver, S. Turnbull. ROW S: N. Saltiman, S. Ridgeway, J. Elstad, M. Lansing, C. Ronning, B. Bowman. Radio Club: ROW I: J. Molkenthin, B. Atherton, J. Har- low. ROW 2: T. Dransfield, Mr. A. Norton. PGP Club ROW 1: Vojta, Corlett, Lucking, Fellow , McIntosh, Pearson, Kern, Winter. ROW 2: Eskew, Fairholm, McShone, Fern, Aus-lond, Reitz, Rathbun, Peterson, Mattson, Farley. ROW 3: lindholm, Bergford, Sundberg, Rettke, Griffith, Thorpe, Ovitt, Wisocki, Chandler, Sag-berg. ROW 4: Brotsky, Peterson, Kase, McNoughton, Sabes, Morrill, Price, Link, Wright, Koepsell. ROW 5: Nudell, Auger, Stanius, Shernell. ROW 6: Hart, Swotez, Hussman, Kalina, Fox, Heideman, Sewell, Janet, Muggli. ROW 7: Larson, Dennie, Feldheim, Jones, Berman, Shapiro, Houpt, Kuningas, Rosen, O'Day. ROW 8: Stein, Koalska, Rosenthal, Koltes, Morehouse, McFerron, Johnson, Bowman, Brunskill. ROW 9: Adam, Peterson, Fellman, Fassett, Hoag, Savage, Peterson, Bachman, Inkala, Bolstad. ROW 10: Lein, Hughes, Nelson, Soltzman, Braman, Jensen, Day, Skjei, Kjelson, Kloss. ROW 11: Spry, Martinson, Curtis, Gilbertson, Twite, Wanholo, Standal, Sliver, Blazik, Hartwick, Hagen. ROW 12: Thienes, Larson, Oletzke, Horrison, Hansen, Wolters, Cook, Coombs, Christopher. We got the Coach ... We got the Team ... We got the Pep and Steam! ... The Mood We're in we're Gonna Win, Come on and Help us Scream! Latin Club: ROW 1: A. Dray, S. Ulstad, M. Campbell, N. Ferguson, J. Connell, S. Lindholm, B. Chandler, B. Lucking, J. Curtis, R. Winter. ROW 2: S. Bursack, R. Hart, J. Meuwissen, S. Songle, J. Piepgros, N. Saltxman, M. Hagen, B. Hartwick, A. Baldridge, M. Child. ROW 3: B. Schiotz, G. Sathre, B. Stein, M. Nelson, T. Highbie, M. Martinson, K. Walsh, R. Haupf. ROW 4: M. Christopher, R. Fellman, R. Kloss, A. Schiotz, N. Carter, M. Sliver, P. Blazek, J. Larson, R. Ringsted. ROW 5: B. Rieck, A. Svendson, J. Finn, J. Standal, J. Ribnick, S. Jomeston, M. Ingalls, P. Bachman. ROW 6: G. Gilbertson, M. Green, T. White, C. Morton, B. Broman, J. Jensen, D. Stevens, G. Hall. Loquerisne linguam Latinam? . . . Parlez vous francais? French Club ROW l: D. Racine, A. Osberg, L. Grossman, L. Sanders, S. Christie, C. Rock, D. Hermes, P. Fermoyle, B. McNaughton. ROW 2: G. Knutson, P. Ptashne, H. Demelius, M. Child, L. Levine, R. Baumanis, B. Sagberg. ROW 3: J. Weathers, C. Johnson, K. Wallen, V. Rohwedder, D. Wajda, S. Hill, J. Probelski, H. Wisocki. ROW 4: J. English, E. Dockman, S. Lenington, A. Schiotz, L. Deutsche, S. Stensrud, C. Judd. ROW 5: L. Delou, S. Carlstrom, J. Kottke, L. Fogel, A. Kell, M. Hall, J. DeLaire, H. Hansen. 22 German Club tow I: Wartnick, McCorthy, Smith. ROW 2: Cammins, Eisenstadt, Cook. Deutsche, Strothrnon. Mr. Fearing, Hooper, Berg. link. Price, Elstod, Ewing, Coppers. ROW 3: Larson, Codmus, Byers, Clawson, Savela, Chamberlin, Ingalls, Funk, Brunskill, Harrison, Oletzke, Jacobsen, Kuningos. ROW 4: Berman, Koltes, Brotsky, Koalska, Rosenthal, Wolters, Twite, Standal, Schumacher, Day, Morehouse, Johnson, Martinson. ROW 5: Fassett, Moody, Pewters, Hagen, leleps, Kargel, Kuningos, Auger, Strouthers, Kronzler, Lambert, Rudie, Bolstad. ROW 6: Donaldson, Thorpe, Koepsell, Reamer, Weldon, Alperts, Huggins, Presho, Hertslet, Miller, Bohn, Voronyak, Crosby. ROW 7: Drans-field, Olson, Sweet, Wheeler, White, Aguilar, Otis, FindorfF, Abrams, Hauzenberger, Passon, Proman, Honecker. ROW 8: Homstad, Rethlake, Norval. Kase, Kennedy, Thompson, Oletzke, Finn, George, Lemke, Voronyak, Honecker. ROW 9: Kutbits, Elstad, Stevens, Codmus, Schnickel, Peilen, Harris, LaComb, Stewort, Bolduc, Wright, Holt, Butler. ROW tO: Olson, Strauman, Hoffman, Wendell, Sieg, Ausman, Onnen, Golie, Fern, Browsky, Campion, Lorson, Larson. ROW 11: Obern, Pudas, Onnen, Wartnick, Word, Cheesebrough, Scherling, Quist, Rennebohm, Carl son, Christensen, Imm, Barbaree. Habla usted el espanol? . . . Sprecben Sie Deutscb? Spanish Club ROW I: B. Coombs, P. Skjei, K. Brown, I. LaFaver, G. Griffiths, D. Glidden. ROW 2: D. lindemon, S. Dion, C. Awe-land, J. Burg, S. Savage. Mr. McLaughlin. ROW 3: K. Swatez, S. Berg ford, M. Jones, B. Hart, J. Olson, K. linnell, G. Rathbun. ROW 4: D. Fassett, J. Peterson, J. Johnson, M. Anderson, B. Mohn, P. Rathbun. ROW 5: S. Spry, C. Marx, P. Hauzenberger, M. Hall, G. Holl. B. Bowman, C. Wilcox. 23 The Fun of Fellowship ... the Inspiration of Ideals D. Chamberlin, D. Riddiford, T. Temp. ROW 3: L. Smith, M. McGlennen, D. Polm, B. Morrell, J. Petersen, B. Hall. BlJX: ROW G- NJ ,u n' C- Synne , J. Anderson, T. Moe, J. Townsend, P. Rennebohm. ROW 2: D. Elstod, N. De Moss, D. Stevens. J Standal, D. Besfler, S. Prokasky. Sigma Phi Cllle ROW l: P. Hauzenberger, P. Morris, B. Scherling, B. Sands, J. Martin, T. Mclnerny, J. Wartnick, J. Lemke. ROW 2s J. McEachron, R. Posson, J. Christensen, J. Finn, B. Langferd, R. Findorff, J. Finn. ROW 3: S. Shonedling, M. Schwartz. T. Nixon, N. Wort-nick, A. Svendsen, B. Born, S. Quist, E. Curtiss. The Promotion of Leadership Q.T. S: ROW 1: B. Halltn, M. B«ndix n, C. Pric . ROW 2: P. McGinnii, C. Rock, B. Vojfa, K. Finrud. . . . the Rewards of Service Telekets: ROW I: B. Otli, B. Cammin , M. Ward. A. Claw- ion ROW 2: J. Probeliki. C. Sovela, K. Twi «. M. Cwi Del Devotas: row i m. Han, Teaguas: row i: j. woi ««, i. •yn. Angediasisow i, m. Jacob.™, o. ROW 2: M. Jon . W. Oletik . ROW 3: P. J. Strothmor . ROW 2: K. McCortKy. J. B«rg. Olion. ROW 2: B. ChooiobrouaK S. Stonirud. Roger . C. O'Day. D. FatMft. ROW 3: S. Stondal, B. Hooper, S. Dundar. Our five Social Clubs form an unusual system of high school girls' clubs. They were organized in 1954 to meet the need for a school sponsored democratic organization that would include all interested girls. This group of clubs has been one of the most successful projects of our school. Each club is an individual organization with its own constitution, but all are unified by a Social Club Board consisting of the president and representatives from each group. The Social Clubs ore famous for their promotion and support of all school activities. Their out-ofschool activities are numerous and include many community projects. These include activities that have a strong emphasis on charity and social services. Friendship and social life are an important part of the clubs' programs. These include teos, meetings, dances and the well known Christmas Formal. 25 Athletics Physical fitness is as necessary in a student's growth as is his mental development. Emotional, mental and physical maturity are dependent on each other and are important to both the individual and society. No school or nation can provide a balanced education if any one of these aspects of development is neglected. At West High School, the athletic program is concerned with physical fitness and the health of all students. It is a vital part of both class and extracurricular programs. Teams of all sports are important in the school for they give their members an opportunity to develop their special interests in athletics and to receive recognition for their efforts and abilities. Sports unify the school in spirit and give the total student body an opportunity to see their fellow students perform. However, West's athletic program goes much further than varsity participation of team members. Intra-mural sports, physical education classes and community sports programs reach all students. In the last three years, we have seen scientific advances that have increased automation. Soon daily work will demand little in the way of physical activity and our leisure time will be extended. In the different kind of a life the future will bring, the understandings, skills, and wholesome interests gained in our West High School athletic program will help us be healthy, happy, and alert citizens. Varsity Football Scjuads ROW I: R. Ring, R. FindorfF, K. Crosby, A. Iverson, K. Olson, N. Wartnick, M. Schwartz. ROW 2: Mr. Roy, J. Mogelson, O. Satrum, D. Swanson, B. Odogard, P. Morris, R. Mattson. ROW 3: Mr. Voss, S. Kalliman, R. Ingalls, D. Barberree, T. Temp, R. Peterson. ROW 4: Mr. lindborg, D. Curry, J. Nelson, K. Rietz, T. Nixon, R. lindstrom, I. Berman. West Proves City's Spoilers Under head coach Bob Roy, assisted by Chuck Voss, Eric Lindberg, Dave Primrose, and Pio Sartori, the West football team enjoyed a very successful season. Highlights of the year were the five-year scoring record in the 33 to 6 Henry victory and the near upset of city champion. Southwest. Bob Temp was an All-City tackle on the first team and Rollie Ring was All-City halfback on the second team. Quarterback Ron FindorfF was honored as West's most valuable player. Edison's continuous pressure proved fatal for the Cowboys in the year's opening game. Our first victory of the campaign came on a safety on the last play of the Roosevelt contest. Scoring was the big factor in our next two games; West scoring 33 against Henry and none against champion Washburn. A disappointing Homecoming game found West outfighting and outplaying Southwest, but still losing to the champions in our season's heartbreaker. The final home game gave Marshall its heartbreak with West's defense shining in our only shutout of the year. The best played second half of the year closed the schedule for West, however the second half wasn't enough and Central squeezed by the victor. Captains Schwartz and lemke. 28 ROW 1: J. lemk . John Mortin, Jim Mortin. B. Temp. B. Agw'lor- l- Srni,h ROW l: W- Po,m' R Holloway, J. Molkenthin, J. Wortnick, M. Zioskis, J. Sorenson. ROW 3: M. lebowsky. R. Chamberlain, 0. Frellson. J. McEochron, B Smith, 0. Anfinion. ROW 4: B. Fundingslond. B. Horder, P. Weller, A. Svendson, D. Goorgc. VARSITY FOOTBALL SCORES WE THEY 9 ST. PAUL HARDING 13 12 EDISON 19 8 ROOSEVELT 6 33 HENRY 6 Sophomore Football Squad: ROwd. s..v.n., Schnickel. Mr. Sartori. ROW 2: J. Stondal. T. Mclnerney, D. Btitltr, M. Swonton, J. Denny, D. Peitso, M. Wright, L Schweick. J. Christionson, WE THEY 0 WASHBURN 27 14 SOUTHWEST 19 13 MARSHALL 0 13 CENTRAL 14 t. Beleone, P. Rennebohm, J. Townsend, D. Cadmut, J. Richard , J. Cave, B. Pederson, P. Corlson, C. Synnes, Mr. Primrose. ROW 3: B. I. Prine, B. Williamson ROW 4: P. Peterson, J. Dunnewold, M. Robin- son, M. DeMoss, D. Frentx, G. Gilbertson, D. Elstod, M. Green, G. Porter. Varsity Basketball Scjuad ROW l: O. George, J. Pcrkim, J. Donovan, R. Findorff, A. Iverton, A. Friedland ROW 2: Mr. Nelson, B. Temp, D. Swanson, R. Holm, D. Herrmann, B. Hennemuth, Mr. Primrose. ROW 3: K. Reitz, M. Schwartz, t. Halverson, R. lytlo, D. Amundson, R. Mattson, B. Odegord. D. Anfinson. Cagers Rise to New Heights Captain Art Iverson makes all-city. Rising out of the cellar, Ade Nelson's 1959 cagers showed flashes of brilliance in city competition this year. Led by Captain Art Iverson, the Cowboys proved to be tough opposition. Highlight of the year was the 76 to 39 victory over Edison, setting a new school scoring record. Special mention goes to All-City selection Iverson, who was also the second highest scorer in the city, and to Rocky Mattson who was named honorable mention All-City. The sophomore basketball team, under the direction of Coach Dave Primrose, gave experience to many boys who will be valuable assets to next year's team. BASKETBALL SCORES WE THEY 53 ST. PAUL WASHINGTON 26 30 HENRY 44 47 WASHBURN 53 48 CENTRAL 44 31 SOUTH 63 76 EDISON 39 43 ROOSEVELT 67 48 VOCATIONAL 31 49 SOUTHWEST 52 52 NORTH 56 61 MARSHALL 52 30 Swimming TOdllfe ROW l: B. Williamson, R. leMay, B. Porteou , J. Chamber , J. Schnickel, S. Goggin , Z. Romy, M. McGinn! , T. Lowe. ROW 2: Y. Onnen, D. Parker, A. Clutter, R. Triemert, D. Stromberg, C. Kistock, D. Peitto, T. Dran field. Swim Champs in the Making West's surprising swimmers, fourth place in the city, provided much happiness for Coach Robert X. Casser-ly. The Swimming Team was made predominantly of juniors and sophomores, so everyone will be back for next season. Coach Casserly feels that a city championship for next year would not be an exaggerated prediction. The highlights of the year were the fine individual performances of his tankers. Co-captains Bill Porteous and Craig Kissock led the team to its high finish. Porteous won the 400-yard free style event in the City Meet. Our Divers, Blair Williamson and Todd Lowe are expected to win the city championship for West in their event next year. Teamwork is credited for a good share of the success had by the swimmers. That is why Coach Casserly feels that next year is West's year Sophomore Bosketboll S(fU(ldl ROW l: J. Towniend, J. Ribnick, M. Sounder , P. Selcer, T. Temp, C. Prine, B. Swomon, G. Platte, H. levin. ROW 2: L. Schweick, F. Smith, D. Weiland, D. Frenlz, G. Porter, G. Gilbertion. M. Goldmon, T. Nixon, J. Hughe , M. G. Wright, Mr. Primrote. 31 Varsity Hockey • ROW 1: P. Rennebohm, J. lemke, D. Koepsell. B. ScKerling. G. Aufderheide, J. Christensen, P. Morris. ROW 2: S. Quist. T. Mclnerny. A. Svendson, B Fundingsland. K. Olson. N. Wartnick, D. loComb, B. Hall, M. Anderson, Mr. Houck. T. Oalziol. Breaks Give Cowboys Losing Record Hockey A tie in the first game, a tie in the last game, with many penalties in between, proved to be the story of the West Hockey team this year. Coach Don Houck's team, led by the six senior captains, failed to reach potential. Highlight of the year was the tie with city-champion Southwest. Goalie Sheldon Quist, Ken Olson, Jack Lemke, Bruce Scherling, and Norm Wartnick deserve special mention for their hard work. The unique honor of the league's most penalized players went to Emmet Horr and Jack Lemke. Sophomore Hockey ROW I: O. Stevens, J. Kirkpatrick, T. Reeves, T. Moe, J. Townsend, D. Bestler. ROW 2: R. Hart, E. Pederson, J. Dunnewold, G. Triemert, J. Romlin, R. Gwiazdon, C. Synnes, Mr. Voss. rGStllflCJ Team: ROW 1: L Voronyak, R. Pederion, T. LeMay, R. Velaico, J. Hlnrichi, D. Gei tel Kart, B. Cook, M. Voronyak. ROW 2: Mr. Roy, D. Rankin, B. Jackion, M. 8rew r, $. Wall , R. Peterson, D. Severson, O. Standal, D. Stevens, P. Miller, R. Hollowoy ROW 3: M. McEacKran, T. Fritz, 0. Ekstad, 0. Curry, O. Satrum, B. Smith, T. Kurtti, D. SchefField, J. Nelson, D. Rohwedder. Strong Potential Marks '59 Seasons Wrestling Skiing Under the direction of Coach Bob Roy, the Rassling team finished high in the city this year. Team play, led by co-captains, Jim McEachran and Dennis Severson, is credited for the successful season. Hardworking seniors included Larry Voronyak, Tom le-May, Jim McEachran, Dick Rohwedder and Bruce Smith. Special mention goes to Odber Standal, who finished undefeated in city competition, and Bruce Smith an outstanding heavyweight. The West High Ski Team, perennial power in the city, continued as such this year. Captain John Wheeler led the team to the finish of the season event, the State Meet held in Duluth. The only handicap the skiers had was the great lack of heavy Minnesota snow, which kept the spirited team from many workouts. Special mention for hard work and, performance goes to team members John Wheeler, Don White, Phil Weller, Don Elstad, Jim Hansen, Peter Hauzenberger, Gerald Fisher and Mike Green, who took part in jumping, cross country and slalom events. J. Hanitn, G. Fisher, J. Wheeler, D. White, M. Green, D. Elitad. P. Hauzenberger, P. Weller. Varsity Baseballs ROW I: D. laCombe, J. Wittren, W. McPherson, D. Rankin, G. Henkel, R. Michno, G. Aufderheide. ROW 2: P. Shepard, A. Woller, J. Soronson. J. Donovan, R. Morrell, R. Brown, R. Poston, R. Fi k. ROW 3: R. Swenson, T. Dalziel, I. Holvorson, M. Schwartz, R. Ingalls, D. Amundson, R. Mattson, A. Iverson, Mr. Houck, R. Anfmson, Cowboy Baseball Means Business A successful season is predicted by optimistic Don Houck, coach of the West High boseball team. Many returning lettermen, including the complete infield and pitching staff, will lead the Cowboy nine in their Southern Division contests. Returning seniors include Roger Ingalls, Art Iverson, Dennis Amundson and Melvin Schwartz; juniors. Rocky Mattson, Jim Sorenson, and John Thompson. These players will provide experience, balance and scoring punch to the team. Coach Chuck Voss will again take charge of the sophomore team. Mr. Voss expects successful season for his spirited and hard working players. Sophomore Baseball Team: ROW 1: D. Cadmus, P. Rennebohm, M. Voronyak, J. Denny, D. Be leone, J. Richard , D. Beider, J. Towmend. ROW 2: J. Shanedling, J. Finn, P. Peterson. J. Standol, B. Swanson, D. Weiland, G. Triemert, D. Martinson, B. Koth. ROW 3: M. Small, R. lindstrom, R. Dirksen, G. Porter, T. Fritz, P. Selcer, M. De Moss, T. Mclnerney, A. Palmquist, B. Pederson, C. Prine. CrOSS COUntry Toom ROW l: B. lindberg, O. Severson, T. LeMoy, J. Elkins, S. Quist, D. Rohwedder, N. Cheney, G. Fisher. ROW 2: Mr. Blomgren, B. Jockson, I. Bestler, D. Crondoll, D. Whit , 0. Nelson, B. Lundborg, C. Morton, M. Brewer, M. McGinnis. Cross Country Wins Fifth in State Cross Country Coach Richard Blomgren's underrated runners surprised the experts by placing fifth in the State Meet. The Harriers also grabbed third place in the City and Regional Meets. The teamwork of Captain Dick Rohwedder, John Elkins, Bob Lindberg, Tom Le-May, Duane Nelson, and John Wheeler made possible the excellent record of the West High team. John Wheeler captured seventh place in the Duluth Invitational Meet and sixth place in the Minnesota State Meet. Tom LeMay placed in the first 15 in the City Meet. Outstanding Juniors were: Dennis Cran- dall, Larry Bestler, Bill Jackson, and Mickey Brewer. One of the highlights of the year was the defeat of our arch rivals, St. Louis Park and Hopkins, in the Region V Meet. This enabled West to place third out of 22 teams and qualify for the State Meet. Track Captained by veteran Trackman Sheldon Quist, the West Track team will be aiming for another year that will be marked by individual performances of West boys. Some of Coach Blomgren's most able returning athletes include Tom LeMay, John Elkins, John Wheeler, Dick Rohwedder and Larry Bestler. Track: ROW t: D Rand, B. lindberg. M. McGinnis, G. Platte, R. lewli, J. Anderson, B. Putnam, R. LeMay, J. Wheeler. ROW 2: D. Nelson. S. Kollimon, D. Chamberlain. R. Rohwedder, G. Fisher, R. Peterson, J. Nelson, I. Crittenden. T. leMoy. ROW 3: M. Green. B. Henne- muth. O. Sotrum, P. Morris, D. Herrmann, 0. loBelle! T. Kurtti, J. Wartnick, J. White, I. Bestler. ROW 4: R. Holm. T. Havir, D. Holloway, J. Elkins. M. Brewer, J. Muggli, .T Temp, A. Svendsen. F. Smith. ROW 5: Mr. Blomgren. Mr. Primrose, I. Smith. G. Gilbertson, M. Sounders, D. Crandall, R. lyslo, M. Robinson, S. Quist, 0. Elstod. Tennis J. Lemke, Mr. Roy, S. Shanodling, B. Langford, B. Scherling Captain Shanodling serving. ROW 1: Porteous, Berman, Worlnick, lemke, lebowskl, Martin, Martin, Temp, Aguilar. ROW 2: Schwarts, LeMay, Lowe, Flor, Crosby, Severton, Smith, Triemert, Nelton, Lindberg. ROW 3: Anfmion, Weller, Ingalls, Olson, Frellsen, Hall, Mattson, Rohwedder, Elkins, Cheney. ROW 4: Sorenson, Wortnick, Amundson, Beitler, Nixon, Morris, Svendson, Palm, Iverson, George, Smith. ROW 5: Jackson, Wheeler, Rethlake, McEochran, Voronyok, Chamberlin, Scherling, Reitx, Findorff, Odegard. Shanedling, G.A.A. Board: ROW 1: Min Peterson, I. Deutsche, S. Tchido, M. Ewing, J. Strothman, M. Schomburg. RO J A. Schioti, Schiotx, R. Pearson, C. Sovela, B. Day, P. Sjkei, S. Dunbar, S. Stensrud. B. G.A.A. Board The G.A.A. Board headed by Meredith Ewing as president, Mary Schomburg as vice-president, Anna Tchida as secretary and Jean Strothman as treasurer, organized the year's activities. These included a bake sale, tournaments and meets with other city schools, intramural games at home and the annual Letter Banquet. The individual sport heads, with the help of Miss Peterson, worked hard to keep their own sport running smoothly. Golf Meadowbrook and the long, hot spring will not soon be forgotten by the loyal members of the girl's golf team. The season started with Linda Grossman and Marlene Gordon as co-captains and three other returning members. The days grew hotter and the muscles got sorer, but the girls played on and their game improved. All in all, the team did very well and Miss Peterson was pleased with the year. Tennis The tennis team with Jean Strothman as captain started the season with much enthusiasm and high hopes after winning the city championship last year. The eleven returning members served as a strong backbone for this year's team. It was a year of split rackets, muddy balls, blistered feet, and struggles for practice time on the courts. Although things didn't always go right, and the practices were long and painful, the team had a good year. Golf Team: L Orotimon, L Deutiche. M. Zumberge, C. Sovela, M. Gordon. Tennis Teomt ROW I: Schomburg, Do Loire, Schiotx, tenth, Eiwng, Deneien, Cammin . ROW 2: Tchido, Schiotx, Hooper, Gopperi, Standol, Stenirud, Berg, Strothmon. 39 Swimming Toflm ROW I: Dunbor, Andvrion, Moody, Windtll, D«n on, Thadoi, Ei «n adt, HalUnburg, Bolduc, Hagen, Broike, Grotimon, Honor, Ron. ROW 2: Jacobsen, Bolttod, Christopher, Bramon, Schomburg, Jensen, Hall, Cadmus, Dodds, Savage, Schiotz, Janet, McNaughton, Levine, Lindholm. Girls7 Sports Offer Year Around Activities Swimming With Linda Eisenstadt as captain and Miss Peterson as coach, the girls' swimming team sploshed its way through the three scheduled school meets and won two of them. After these, our hardy swimmers went into the city meet and took fifth place. Some of the little things that will long be remembered are the lost towels, forgotten caps, the lovely tank suits, the chlorinated throats and the icy showers and the straight hair. Badminton All of the hard work and long hours of practice paid off for our girls' badminton team this year. They were second in the city and won their District Championship. They will never forget the bruised knees, the birds on the beams. Miss Peterson and her fishing pole, the holes in the rackets, the lost tennis shoes, and the days when nothing would go right. When the title is long forgotten, these things will still be alive in the memories of our District Champs. Badminton Team ROW I: M. Ewing, $. Donoton, K. Hlx, L. Groisman, D. Graiticb, S. Kuhn, R. P«K r on. ROW 2: E. Forrond. M. Schomburg, I. Fogol, J. Dolairo, C. Savola, C. Powtori, F. lonth, B. Schiotz. 40 Captain Jon t ihowi us how it's done! And thoy all com tumbling downl Cheerleaders: ROW li S. Song I , M. Ingalls. ROW 2: S. Stvnsrud, J. B rg, A. Clawson, M. Schomburg, S. D n  n, L. Eison-stodt. Cheerleaders Warm or cold, rain or shine, our loyal cheerleaders led by their captain, Janet Berg, were at all of the football, basketball and hockey games, cheering our boys on to victory. The cheerleaders introduced many new things during the year including cartwheels, skates, and even a pint-sized mascot, Billy Iverson. A.C.C. Basketball The girls of the A.C.C. team, headed by Meredith Ewing and Anna Tchida, played against the tough est competition in the Park Board League. Although the practices were long and hot, the team showed great improvement and won half of the games played. A.C.C. Basketball: ROW 1: M. Zumb rge, G. Hall, A. Tchido, B. Beaman, M. Schomburg. ROW 2: M. Ross, S. Dion, M. Ewing, P. Nissan, B. Day. 41 Underclassmen Stupendous Sophomores! Jovial Juniors! Each year we have seen these signs, heard these cheers, and watched our underclassmen grow to realize that Seniors are Supreme! These much used slogans are symbolic of our pep and fun and add zest to our West High celebrations and spirit. This school spirit is something that takes three years for full growth, but is felt by all new groups. Our underclassmen felt it in their classrooms and extracurricular activities. As they gradually took more part in school life, they became a part of the spirit and made it grow to the strong force it is today. The underclassmen have had an important part in the changing program of West High School. They have participated in the new accelerated mathematics and social studies courses. They have been able to use a completely new machine shop and to view educational programs on our recently acquired television sets. They have the advantage of an added counselor and an assistant principal's services. They have been able to carry more courses and to respond to the new emphasis on scholarship. This year's underclassmen have taken an active part in the school and have been aware of the opportunities offered to them. With their spirit, typical of true Westites, they have been able to take advantage of the school program. When they graduate, they will know that they have been prepared well for the challenge of their future. 318-Miss Warren ROW 1: J. Boike, L. Thadei, V. Oletxke, 0. Cad-mu . ROW 2: E. Vang, M. Turner, D. Wojda, S. Bursack, M. Nelson, M. Denny. ROW 3: N. Berg-quilt, J. Conn, B. Onnen, S. Goggin, B. William-•on. ROW 4: G. Parrish, J. Denny, M. Cave, R. Poacher, D. Bestler. ROW 5: M. Green, T. White, R. Dirkten, C. Morton, P. Weckwerth. 114-Mr. Houck ROW Is S. Jameiton, P. Bloxek, J. Hommerback, B. Hartwiek. R. Winter. ROW 2: R. Thoraldion, B. Mohn, B. Sogberg, N. Saltxman. ROW 3: R. Wart, L Neprude, G. Seiff, J. Nelion. ROW 4: T. Dobbelmann, G. Medalen, J. Newell, C. Prime. CLASS OF 1961 207 - Mr. Dunnewold ROW 1: D. Geiselhart, C. Buckley, Z. Rumy, B. Herxer, J. Towmend. ROW 2: C. Johnson, K. Swales. A. Dray, L. Hoag. J. Rosen. ROW 3s T. Reeves. B. Koth, K. Adam, D. VanKempen, B. Travernicht. ROW 4: M. Goldman, M. Lampert, C. Wilcox, D. Forbrojd, P. Carlson. 4412—Bureau—West—TWENTY-ONI 101-Mr. Wickstrom ROW Is D. Poole, J. Jeffreys, D. lebo, B. Stillman, S. lindholm, D. Culp. ROW 2: P. Rothbun. M. Martin, D. Linderman, J. Piepgras, S. Meehan, K. linneN. ROW 3: G. layeoux, J. Johnson. N. Cor-ter, E. Bolstod, C. Mortin. ROW 4: J. Finn, L. Mugglie, R. Gwioxdon, J. Shanedling, M. Small, D. Wal . 110-Mr. Norton ROW I: S. Hogan, P. McShona, J. Eikaw, B. Mil lor, J. Hinricki, H. levin. ROW 2: J. Richard . J Houpf, B. Waiita, I. Praiho, W. Amman. ROW 3 T. Friti, 0. Peitio, S. Spry, D. Dodds, S. Strond R. LaMay. CLASS OF 1961 306-Miss Biessin 109-Miss Ford ROW Is c. O'Ooy, C. Hanson. S. Millar. R. Bou-•isto, 0. Fellow , G. PloHa. ROW 2: P. Bochmon, M. Christopher, M. Bohn, M. Sliver, T. Shapiro, B. Abromion. ROW 3: R. Ambroia, P. Peterson, B. Pailan, B. Dietrick, J. Link, L. Schweik. ROW 4: G. Gilbarfton, E. Padarson, T. Tamp, P. Salcar, G. Triamart. 214-Mr. Voss ROW 1: N. Holit, C. Auilond, M. Corlatl, J. Cur-!i , B. Thompion, G. Doy. ROW 2: J. Sundar-mayor, J. Kjelion, B. Stain, N. Thianas, G. Swan-ion, D. Narvaten. ROW 3: G. Strothar, J. Jantan, R. Snydar, S. Prokoiky, 0, Balaana, A. Johnton, ROW 4: D. Frentx, D. Wailand, F. Smith, A. Svand-lan, J. Chriitanian, J. Stondal. ROW 1: B. Ovitf. B. Chandler, H. Witocki, G. Griffith , P. Halvonan. ROW 2: D. Fasiatt, R. Fall-man, V. Rohwedder, D. Brown, J. Draimonn. ROW 3: B. Dumke, J. Ribnick, R. Johmon, B. Ounconton, W. Eibrink. ROW 4: D. El.tod. M. Da Mon, J. Dunnewold, B. Rakk, J. Romlin. CLASS OF 1961 211 - Miss Westby ROW 1: J. Austin, J. Hotel, M. Foster, J. Burg, I. LaFaver, M. Bourn. ROW 2: C. Fern, S. Larson, J. Anderson, B. Cook, M. McGinnis, S. Bergford. ROW 3: R. Butz, M. Fjeldheim. S. Stern, S. Songle. J. Rettke, A. Baldridge. ROW 4: P. Nywall, B. Lundborg, J. Hughes, M. Robinson, J. Koalska, R. Eager. 312-Mr. Primrose ROW 1: S. May, J. Schaurer, S. Fairholm, B. luck ing, J. Larson, T. Moe. ROW 7: R. Lewis, D. Laurent, H. Kuningas, B. Hart, C. Labodie. ROW 3: B. Braman, M. Voronyak, R. Rings tad, G. Sathre, C. Hoglund. ROW 4: G. Porter, B. Harder, G. Raymond, R. Lindstrom, M. Saunders. 210-Mr. Nelson ROW 1: K. Miller, M. Campbell, S. Cain, I. Leleps, P. Rennebohm. ROW 2: M. Jones, L. Berman, J. Schnickel, M. Golie, M. Hyde, P. Galvin. ROW 3: R. Kloss, S. Larson, L Peterson, S. Savage, J. Peterson. ROW 4: T. Kubits, D. Parker, T. Nixon, D. Johnson, G. Hall, D. Kirkpatrick. 301 - Mrs. Wikman ROW 1: A. Matson. R. Sabes, S. Hallenberg, J. Meuwissen, E. Otis, J. Sandberg. ROW 2: S. Iverson, J. Johnson, J. Inkala. ROW 3: T. Mclnerney, C. Fermoyle, S. Harris, C. Synnes, B. Senenfelder, L. Wong. ROW 4: R. Zeigler, D. Sheffield. M. Wright, M. Taute, 0. Martinson, M. Regents. CLASS OF 1960 216-Mr. Johnson ROW li K. Wolsh, A. Osberg, J. Chambers, S. Kuhn, M. Ron. ROW J: M. Carson. P. Rogers, D. Auger, J. Bartko. ROW 3: S. Vorgo, N. Roienthal, K. Wallen, C. Ronning. S. Donaldson. ROW 4: A. Friedland, B. Sands, P. McFarlene, P. Shepard, M. Cwrron. ROW 5: B. Odegard, K. Williams, J. Sor-enson, O. Satrum, R. Passon. 324-Mr. Bloomgren ROW Is W. Sherman, M. Nelson, P. Lambert, B. Bolduc, G. Mattson. ROW 2: D. McCullough, K. Bertrand, G. Boland, G. Rathburn, G. Lindblom, M. Mattson. ROW 3: M. Anderson, C. Mortin, K. loppi. P. Miller, R. Weckworth. ROW 4: K. Peterson, M. Anderson, D. Rankin, C. Kendoll. R. Johnson, R. Michna. ROW 5: G. Weir, D. laCombe, S. Kolliman. P. Miller, I. Johnson. 47 218-Mr. Porter ROW 1: J. Koepsell, P. Kramer, M. Hagen, D. Gledden, J. Carlson. ROW 2: B. Valene, E. Hayward, P. Ptashne. K. Wulf, R. Shoquist, S. Sher-nell. ROW 3: C. Walsten, J. Kottke, J. Wanhala, K. Reamer, J. Weldon. ROW 4: R. Brown, G. Mantel, L. Bestler, P. Morris, S. Nelson, M. Meyer. Junior Council ROW Is P. Kraemer, P. Lambert, S. Carlstrom, D. Koltes, B. Borowoski, H. Demelius. ROW 2: G. Aufderheide, B. Morrill, S. Moody, V. Mundale, K. Walen, S. Dunbar, M. Schomburg, B. Day. ROW 3: W. Sherman, J. Wortnick, P. Morris, R. Passon, J. English, M. Shapiro, J. Larson, M. Anderson, B. Langford, J. Wittren, J. Mogelson, B. Sands, T. Annoni. 212-Miss Boardman ROW 1: S. Fox, V. Funk, D. Hermes, S. Dion, S. Myer. ROW 2: V. Mundole, J. Phelps, D. Solheim, K. Peterson, S. Delaney, K. Ebner. ROW 3: M. Westergreen, I, Crittenden, E. Hoffman, D, Gilbertson, S. Nudell, L Muggli. ROW 4: D. Bor-berree, A. Woller, B. Jackson, G. Mattson, J. Wartnick. ROW 5: R. Homstod, R. Word, R. Hard-ing, J. Nelson, G. Kissock, T. Annoni. 104-Mr. Ilstrup ROW Is C. Dahl, P. Skjei, J. Zimmerman, P. Fer-moyle, V. Riets. ROW 2: H. Paul. J. Anders, D. Wall, C. Wendell, D. Sfandal. ROW 3s D. Wick-strom, A. Dockmon, S. Dunbar, G. Aufderheide, W. Porteous. ROW 4: K. Rethloke, S. Risteau, E. Minor, S. Leiberman, J. English. ROW 5: W. Sweet, J. Pearson, P. Pudas, H. lofgren, C. lim-beris. CLASS OF 1960 313-Mr. Lindberg ROW Is M. Martenson, J. Polmer, S. Thorpe, K. Broske, S. long, J. Swanson, B. Kranzler. ROW 2: S. Synnes, T. Stedman, H. Demelius, M. Child, P. Peterson, B. Swoboda. ROW 3: J. Stuhr, G. Hamilton, A. Hughes, M. Thompson, K. Pewters, K. Phillips. ROW 4: R. lyslo, D. Swanson, D. Wiste, A. Kell, D. Sturgeon. 317-Mr. Stoylen ROW Is W. McPherson, P. Campion, I. Sanders, E. Wright, B. Borowski, K. Brown. ROW 2: J. Watkins, F. Sewich, G. Schwab, J. Probelski, I. Brotsky, M. Murzyn. ROW 3: B. Hennemuth, T. Kunnigas, H. Morehouse, W. Thoreson, T. Lowe. ROW 4: E. Horr, J. Twealdt, S. Corlsfrom, D. Stanius, C. Borgan, F. Nelson. ROW 5: I. Halvor-sen, M. Shapiro, D. Anftnson, B. Borne, D. Her- mann. 320-Mrs. Rood ROW 1: S. Cranston, C. Hodges, S. Ritzschke, G. Quirk, J. Henkle. ROW 2: C. Ruane, C. Mehaffey, S. Ulstod, J. Delude, S. Schumacker. ROW 3: S. Economon, B. Day, J. Seleen, J. Chamber , D. Heidemon, $. Rets. ROW 4: M. Schomburg. S. Straumon, D. Larson, M. Brewer. T. Girhart. ROW 5: D. Zohringer, P. Harris, A. Cluter, I. Schnop-pouf, B. Langford, R. Geiselhort. 232 - Mr. Hanson ROW 1: D. Johnson, C. Judd, S. Knox, B. Lacoe, S. Kern. ROW 2: D. Huggins, G. Knutsen, C. lar-son, M. Morris, J. Blair. ROW 3: J. Kennedy, M. Johnson, S. Jensen, S. I mm. ROW 4: M. Kilbride, J. Curry, R. Harris, J. Drogeson, S. Clark, B. Dwyer. ROW S: J. Mogelson, R. Hagen, D. Koltes, M. Jacobson, W. Olson. CLASS OF 1960 311 - Mr. McLaughlin ROW I: P. McFerron, B. McNoughton, V. Reed, M. Musil, L Mclntro. ROW 2: D. Racine, S. Anderson, B. Zarr, K. Lange, J. Janet. ROW 3: D. Kleg-seth. S. Lenington, P. Weller, L Alport, B. Morrell. ROW 4: S. lindell, J. Larson. P. Keoton. B. Ryder, R. Velasco, P. Harrison. ROW 5: Y. Onnen, D. Stromberg, J. Wittren, B. England, S. Goldman. 310-Mr. Bailey ROW 1: R. Baumanis, E. Farley, R. Hart, J. Connell, B. Dennie, G. Motylewski. ROW 2: S. Moody, B. Beaudreau, F. Lenth, G. Struthers, F. Kase, M. Byers. ROW 3: S. Lein, M. Zumberg. M. Sieg. T. Higbie, R. Krokum, C. Aschenbrener. ROW 4: J. Kennedy, B. Fundingsland, M. Moll, I. Crittenden, D. Rand, D. Holloway. ROW 5: T. Austin, T. Havir, T. Dransfteld, T. Kurtti, R. Holm. Seniors There has never been a time when more was expected of high school graduates. The problems of nuclear energy, survival and space exploration have developed at a rapid pace during our high school days. Scientific advances have influenced the world of ideas as well as events. Our country will need many people who will create leadership and security for America. We of the Senior Class hope that we are prepared to serve and meet this challenge of the future. We have had an opportunity to learn in a pleasant school environment of understanding and guidance. In our classrooms, we have developed common understandings, attitudes and skills. Through personal choices of courses and activities, we have identified our individual interests, talents and abilities. In our organizational work, sports, school committees, clubs, councils and dramatics, we have learned to develop and use social and other practical skills. By taking part in the well planned academic and extracurricular program df West High School, we have deepened our understanding of life and its responsibilities. We hope that our school and faculty will be proud of its 1959 graduates, for we have truly tried to live up to the West High School Creed: The Ideal of our school is Democracy — The Aim of our school is Service — The Honor of our school is Sportsmanship — The Spirit of our school is West Wins. Senior Class Officers: Norman Wartnick, President. John Martin, Treasurer; Carol Sovelo, Secretary; Connie Rock, Vice President; . . . Extraordinary Leadership Ability . . . CLASS OF 1959 . . . Distinguished Scholastic Achievement . . . Senior Honor Students: rod, Berg. Not Pictured: Deutsche. ROW 1: Grossman, Chauvin, Strothmon. ROW 2: Coppers, Hollen, Scherling, Hansen, Parks, Stens- Senior Council: ROW I: K. Finrud, B. Hooper, I. Deutsche, A. Clawson, C. Sovelo, C. Rock, M. Word, B. Hollen, M. lucking. ROW 2: K. Crosby, J. Mortin, M. Schwortx, J. Martin, N. Wortnick, B. Morrell, J. Finn. E. Curtiss, T. Steward. A Memorable Senior Year Our last football game! Our last Homecoming! All through the year, with each event came the stronge awareness that this again was the last. The Class activities began with the heated campaign for officers ... a riotous week . . . friendly foes . . . clever hall posters . . . fiery speeches and election! Then the officers took the lead and the Friday class meetings started with casual Cass advising. Money making projects got going . . . class pictures were exchanged . . . Class Play cast was selected . . . studying kept interrupting . . . Sno-less-Sno-Day was hilarious . . . Baccalaureate Exercises . . . The Hesperian .. . Class Day . . . Then to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance we marched down the aisle to our graduation . . . and there were tears . . . for we knew that this was the last of a wonderful year! Articulate seniors improve their articulation in Mr. Bailey's speech class. Erwin E. Abrams (Er), Facts are stubborn things. Junior Closs Play, German Club, Times Staff, Hesperian Staff, Senior Class Ploy, Baseball '58, '59. Bruce R. Aguilar, Dark and handsome, quiet and tall. W Club, German Club, Football '57, '58, '59, Snow Day Prince '59. Robert J. Aguilar (Bob), Bob's quiet and easy way makos him liked in every way. Football '57, ‘58. Dianne Anderson (Di), She looks like an angel and acts like one too, but you never can tell whof an angel will do. G.A.A. Marvin C. Andries (Marv), A little mischief by the way, a little fun to spice the day. Occupational Relations, Football '57, Track Manager '57. Dennis L. Amundson (Denny), He stoops only for doors. W Club, Junior Council, Bosketball '57, '58, '59, Baseball '57, ‘58, '59. William J. Atherton (Bill), Here's a boy as good as gold; he isn't shy, and he isn't bold. Stage Crew, Junior Class Play, Sonior Class Play, Radio Club, Projection Crew. Tucker D. Ausman, Tucker is fun, although reserved; his popularity is well deserved. Junior Council, Aid Board. German Band, German Club, Creative Writing, Times Stoff Co-Ed., Student Council, Sonior Class Play, Latin Club, Band, Basketball '57. Lane W. Bailey (Bailer), I can resist everything oxcept temptation. W Club, Football '57, Basketball '57, '58, '59. Track '57. Darrell Bakke, Hear much; speak little. Football '57, '58, '59. Swimming '57, '58, ’59. Marilyn A. Bondixon (Bunny), She is sweet and gay with a captivating way. Junior Council, Dance Group, Hesperian Staff, Service Club, French Club, Aid Board, G.A.A., Q.T.'s Sec., V.P. Janet C. Borg, “Rather quiet, never loud, outstanding in any crowd. Junior Council, Junior Class Play, G.A.A., Tennis Team, Aid Board, Spanish Club, German Club, Times Staff, Choir, Social Club Board Sec.-Treas., Te-Aguos Pres., Homecoming Attendant '59, Cheerleoding Capt., Sr. Honor Student. Lyle Berman (Penquin), The eosy way always seems the most reasonable. Spanish Club, W Club, Track '57, Wrestling '58, Football '57, '58, '59, Senior Closs Play. Andrea Bickford (Andy), Full of laughter, full of glee, full of personality. Spanish Club Treas., Choir, Angedias, Hi-C. Bonnie M. Bowman (Bon), Her quietness is deceiving. Times Staff, G.A.A., Red Cross, Spanish Club, Q.T.'s, Nightingale's, Pep Club. Alan Bringlo (Al), I'm not afraid of work; I can sleep right beside it. Thomas E. Brophy, Strictly business. Choir. Joanninc M. Brunskill (Noan), A happy, jolly lass is she, no matter when or where she be. G.A.A., Gorman Club, Angedias, Pep Club. Barbara E. Butlor (Barb), Beautiful are her shining eyes, always displaying great surprise. G.A.A., Lotin Club, German Club, Horsemanship Club V.P., Service Club, Pep Club, Angedias. Elsie L. Byers, Generally spooking, a woman is generally speaking. G.A.A., Spanish Club, German Club, Choir, Dance Group, Pep Club, Te-Aguas Sec., V.P.. Social Club Board. Deanna Cadmus (Dee), She’s ready for anything you may ask, be it in fun or be it a task. Junior Closs Play, Tclekets, Choir, Service Club, Creotive Writing, Literary Club, German Club, Latin Club, G.A.A., Senior Class Play, Swimimng Teom. 54 Barbara L Cammins (Barby), Although she is shy, to be a pal she'll always try. G.A.A., Spanish Club, German Club, Art Club, Literary Club, Service Club, Telekets Trees., Tennis. Richard W. Chamberlin (Dick), Has anyone seen my girls? German Club, Lonely Hearts, W Club, Football '57, '58, '59, Track '57, '58, '59. Basketball '57. Mavon I. Chauvin (Vonnie), Sho studies far into the night; she'll roach success, the very height. G.A.A., Aid Board, Art Club, Hesperian Staff, Telekets, National Honor Society, A.C.C. Basketball, Sr. Honor Student. Bonita E. Cheesebrough (Cheese), Full of pep and vigor, always ready on the trigger. Junior Class Play, G.A.A., Aid Board, Latin Club, German Club, Literary Club, Service Club. Art Club, Times Staff, Choir, Senior Class Play, Angedias Trees. Ncthan Cheney, From listening comes wisdom. W Club, Track '57, '58, '59, Wrestling '57, '58. Cross Country '57, '58, '59. Anne E. Clawson (Claw), A whole riot squad wrapped up in one body. Junior Councii, G.A.A., German Club, Times Staff, Choir, Telekets V.P., Senior Council, Swimming Team, Cheerleader. Nancy S. Comb, She is thoughtful and sweet from her head to her feet. Red Cross, Latin Club, Pep Club, Nightingale's. Nancy R. Cook (Cookie), Dork eyes and pleasing smile, a dependable friend all the while. Junior Class Play, G.A.A., Red Cross Sec., Aid Board, Sponish Club, German Club, Creative Writing. Service Club, Hesperian Staff, Choir Sec., Dance Group, Pep Club, Telekets, Senior Class Ploy, Swimming Team, Ushers Club. Barbara F. Combs (Borb), She holds the secret to happiness. G.A.A., Red Cross, Aid Board, Spanish Club, Service Club, Q.T.'s, Pep Club, Nightingales. Kent L. Crosby (Bing), I agree with no man's opinion; I have some of my own. German Club, Lonely Hearts, Senior Council, Junior Council, W Club, Football '57, '58, '59, Baseball '57, '58, '59, Basketball '57. James G. Culp, The quiet people often surprise you. Edward B. Curtiss (Ed), Of many words thero is no need, just these three, a friend indeed. Times Staff, Chi's, Senior Class Play, Senior Council. Judith M. Cutler (Judy), A stenographer soon you'll be; a real success we foretell for thee. Junior Council, Red Cross, G.A.A., Del Devotas, Senior Class Play. Lorraino Dalton, Silence is sweeter than speech. Gary R. Deinema (Gor), Success is a big step, but I have long legs. Choir, Hockey '57. Jeanne C. DeLaire, If it hadn't been for studying, I certainly would have enjoyed school. G.A.A., French Club, Kamera Club. Angedias, Badminton, Tennis. Lynn E. Deutsche, Never a ship sails out of the bay, but carries my heart as a stow-a-way. Junior Council, Junior Class Play, G.A.A. Board, Aid Board V.P., German Club, French Club, Literary Club, Service Club, Times Stoff, Te-Aguas, National Honor Society Sec., Senior Council, Golf, Swimming, A.C.C. Basketball, A.F.S. Exchange Student to Switzerland, Sr. Honor Student. Bruce D. Dickinson (Dick), His funny bone never fails him. Occupational Relations. James Diehl (Jim), He does things in silence, but with a lurking sense of humor. Lonely Hearts, Senior Council, Hockey '57, '58. Martha E. Dodgo. An agreeable companion. G.A.A., German Club, Telekets. Sally A. Dormady (Sal), She was cut out to bo on angel, but someone lost the pattern. G.A.A., Badminton, Bowling. Donna E. Dorn, Her manner, is quiet and refined. Ronald L Dwinell (Ron), Yes, I study sometimes. Baseball '57. Linda J. Eisenstadt, A quiet girl, but quite a girl. G.A.A., Spanish Club, German Club, Choir, Telekets, Senior Class Play, Golf, Swimming Capt., Cheerleader, Junior Class Play, Ushers Club. John S. Elkins (Elk), A character worth knowing. Latin Club. Choir, Lonely Hearts, W Club, Cross Country '57, ‘58, '59, Track '57, '58. '59. Judith A. Elstad (Judy), Just waiting for those wedding bells! G.A.A., Red Cross, Spanish Club, German Club, Band, Q.T.'s, Nightingale's Pres., Swimming, Times Staff, Debate. Meredith A. Ewing (Mer), Vim, vigor ond vitality. Social Club Board, G.A.A. Board Sec., Pres., German Club, Art Club, Telekets Sec., Badminton, A.C.C. Basketball, Tennis, Bowling, Ushers Club. Eleanor L. Farrand (Elly), She pursues her studies but never overtakes them. G.A.A., Art Club, Band, Nightingale's, Tennis, Badminton, Swimming. Roberta A. Findorff (Bobbi), Not too serious, not too gay; she's sincere in every way. G.A.A., Angedias. Ronald A. Findorff (Ron), Football is his first love — what about his second? German Club, Chi's, W Club Pres., Football '57, '58, '59, Basketball '57, '58, '59, Track '57, '58. '59. James J. Finn (Jim), A young man, quiet and sincere, an asset to West while he was here. Junior Class Play. Aid Board Pres., German Club, Chi's Pres., Senior Council, Senior Class Ploy, Football '57, Baseball '57. Latin Club. Katherine J. Finrud (Chid), A blond beauty who always does her duty. French Club, Junior Class Sec., Junior Council, Junior Class Ploy, Art Club Sec., Hesperian Staff, Choir V.P., G.A.A., Q.T.'s Pres., Social Club Board Pres., Dance Group Co-Capt., Service Club, Student Council, Senior Council, Senior Class Ploy. Gerald B. Fisher, I smile with on intent to do mischief. Cross Country '57. '58. '59. Skiing '58, '59, Track '57. '58, '59. Roger Fisk (Rog), I could never decide which was harder, the seats or the assignments. Art Club, Basketball '58, Baseball '57, '58. '59. Michael Flor (Mike), Class periods should be ten minutes long; five to come and five to go. Lonely Hearts, W Club, Swimming '57, '58. Lillian Fogel. Whenever you find humor, you find Lil by its side. G.A.A., French Club, Choir, Pep Club, Senior Class Play, Badminton, Creative Writing. Patricia B. Fossland (Patty). I'll study if I feel like it, and won't if I don't; I'll pass if I can, and if I can't I won't. G.A.A., Horsemanship Club, Choir, Del Devotas, Occupational Relations. David H. Frellsen (Farmer), Girls may be a puzzle, but he'll never give them up. Band. Lonely Hearts, 'W Club, Golf '57, '58, '59, Hockey '57, Football '57, '58. '59. Patricia A. Galles (Patty), ')'Her presence radiates her friendly atmosphere. G.A.A., Art Club, Q.T.'s, Bowling. Sally Garven, She's cute and peppy — rather small, happy-go-lucky — liked by all. Art Club, Occupational Relations. Douglas George (Bristles), Where there's fun, there’s George. German Club, W Club, Football '58, '59. Wrestling '58, Basketball '59, Track '58, '59. Jeffrey Glassberg, I never think of the future. Track '58. Rochelle M. Goldman (Shelly), Her art for writing it unusually fine; her personality continues to shine. G.A.A., Drama Club, Junior Council, Junior Class Play. Aid Board, Spanish Club V.P., Service Club, Hesperian Staff, Senior Class Play. Literary Club. Ilxe Goppert, A thing seriously pursued affords true pleasure. G.A.A., Lotin Club, German Club, Literary Club, Times Staff, Service Club, Art Club, Telekets, National Honor Society, Senior Class Ploy, Tennis, Badminton, Orchestro, Sr. Honor Student. Marlene J. Gordon (Micki), Twinkling eyes that always shine, all she does is sure to be fine. G.A.A., German Club, Art Club, Horsemanship Club,'Golf. Linda S. Grossman (Gross), Always friendly, always kind, she's a girl quite to our mind. Junior Class Ploy, G.A.A., Aid Board, Red Cross, French Club, Literary Club, Service Club Pres., Drama Club, Times Staff, Telekets, Pep Club. Notional Honor Society V.P., Senior Class Play, Golf, Swimming, Badminton, Sr. Honor Student. David Grundman (Dave), A working senior seldom seen, but in his trade he reigns supreme. Dave G. Haakana (Ozzie), A likeable guy with likeable ways. W Club, Basketball '57, Tennis '57, '58. '59. William L Hall (Bill), Football isn't the only place you need a line. Lonely Hearts V.P., Junior Council, Junior Class Play, W Club, Football '57, '58, '59, Hockey '57. '59, Golf '59. Elizabeth J. Hallen (Beth), A nicer girl you cannot find with on intellectual mind. Junior Class Play, G.A.A., Latin Club, Aid Board, Literary Club, Service Club, Q.T.'s Treas., National Honor Society, Senior Council, Ushers Club, Sr. Honor Student. Harvey Hammerback, All that I've learned I've forgotten; all that I know I've guessed. James H. Hansen (Jim), Some pursue learning, others learn pursuing. Skiing '58. Helene E. Hanson (Sis), Praise loudly, blome softly. Pep Club, G.A.A., Red Cross, French Club, Telekets, Ushers Club. Warren D. Hanson, No limit to his Intellect. Lotin Club, German Club. Choir, National Honor Society, Cross Country '57, Tennis '59, Sr. Honor Student. Sandra K. Harding (Sandy), To one alone my thoughts arise. Junior Council, Ushers Club, Occupational Relations. John A. Harlow (Kingfish), Hi-Fi Brain. Junior Class Ploy, Kam-era Xlub, Band, Stage Crew, Senior Class Play, Dance Band, Radio Club, Projection Crew. Virginia L Harrison, Talk about ginger, she's got the whole spice box. Junior Council, G.A.A., German Club, French Club, Ange-dias, Pep Club. Peter H. Hauzenberger (Pete), He's a fellow we all odmire; of his tales we never tire. Spanish Club, German Club, Choir, Chi's, Student Council, Senior Class Ploy, Swimming '59, A.F.S. Exchange Student from Switzerland. Mllllcent J. Hayhoe (Janie), Variety is the spice of life. G.A.A., Latin Club, German Club, Art Club, Telekets. Deanna J. Henzllk (Dee), Silence is sweeter than speech. G.A.A. Susan M. Hill (Sue), Sober but not serious, quiet but not idle. G.A.A., Aid Board, Latin Club, French Club, Service Club, Choir, Te-Aguas. Carroll Hinrichs (Twinkie), Quiet, thoughtful, loyal too; we wish just loads of luck to you. G.A.A., German Club, Choir. Marlis M. Hintz (Mar), Devil abroad, and saint at home. G.A.A., Spanish Club, Ushers Club, Art Club, Angedias. 57 Kathleen I. Hlx (Kathy), Quite friendly, full of glee, a pal to all she's sure to be. G.A.A., Q.T.'s, Badminton, Bowling. Jayne Holt, A pleasant, attractive, cheerful lass, whoso charm and grace give her class. G.A.A., Aid Board, German Club, French Club, Choir, Hi-C, Q.T.'s. Jayne L Honecker (Sweets), My greatest pleasure is doing what people say I cannot do. G.A.A., Art Club, German Club, Q.T.'s, Pep Club, Spanish Club. Leola J. Honecker, You can't know everything. G.A.A., Q.T.'s, German Club. Pep Club, Spanish Club. Betsy J. Hooper (Bets), Iron hand in a velvet glove. G.A.A., Junior Class Play, Student Council Sec., Aid Board Sec., Social Club Board V.P., German Club, Hesperian Staff, Senior Council, Spanish Club, Red Cross, Angedios Treas., Pres., Tennis. Diane M. Hussman (Di), Love light in her eyes. G.A.A., Spanish Club. Band, Q.T.'s, Pep Club. Roger Ingalls, I'm wide awake as you can see, but sound asleep I'd rather be. German Club, W Club, Football '57, '58, '59, Baseball '58, '59. Arthur C. Iverson (Art), To worry is folly; let's laugh and be jolly. Choir, Lonely Hearts, W Club, Football '57, '59, Basketball '57. '58, '59, Baseball '57, '58. '59. Sno-Doy King '59. George Johnson, Some men are born great, others achieve it. I haven't decided what to do. Occupational Relations. Sandra J. Johnson (Sandy), I believe thot in the end truth will conquer. G.A.A., Del Dovotas. Sharon R. Johnson (Sherry), Full of pep, fun, and laughter; she gets what she goes after. Choir, G.A.A. Carol J. Kalina, Her loyalty and faith run deep; her friends she finds are easy to keep. G.A.A., Red Cross, Latin Club, Pep Club, Q.T.'s, Nightingale's. Marlene Kargel (Snooks), Her heart is like the moon, there's a man in it. G.A.A., German Club, Choir, HiC, Te-Aguas, Senior Class Play. Gary L Kinler, School breaks up the day so. Douglas W. Koepsell (Keps), There are two days about which one should never worry, yesterday and tomorrow. W Club, Baseball '57, Football '57, '58. Hockey '57, '58. '59. Jerllyn R. Kollins (Jeri), I'm not a bit flirtatious — just interested. G.A.A., Spanish Club, Choir, Del Devotas, Badminton, Horsemanship Club. Patricia A. Konofaos (Patty), Love is what mokes the world go round, that's why I'm always dizzy. G.A.A., Latin Club, Del Devotas, Pep Club. Richard T. LaBelle (Dick), Convicted of friendliness and efficiency in the first degree. Choir, Football '57, Bosketball '58. Marcia G. LaFreniere (Frenchi), Toke time for all things. G.A.A., Pep Club. Mary J. Lansig (Mae), Quiet, courteous, never blue, she makes a friend ever so true. G.A.A.. Nightingales, Occupational Relations. Jo Ann Larson (Jo), Silence is as deep as eternity. Hi-C, Del Devotes. 58 Michael Lebowsky (Chicki), The quiet one! Hockey '57, Spanish Club, Komero Club, Senior Class Play, Hesperian Staff, Times Staff, W Club, Football '57. '58, '59, Golf '57, '58. '59 Capt.. Wrestling '58. William B. Lein (Bill), The rule of my life; make pleosure my business. Choir, Senior Class Ploy, Football '57. Thomas F. LeMay (Tom), He's shy when not known, but once acquainted — Oh my! Hi-C, W Club, Football '57,’58, Cross Country '59. Wrestling '58. '59. Track '57. '58. '59. John R. Lemke (Stubs), Never let me hear that foolish word again — poor! Aid Board Treas., Junior Council, Junior Class Play, Junior Class Treas., Student Council, German Club, Chi's Treas., National Honor Society Pres., Senior Class Ploy, W Club, Football '57. '58. '59 Co-Copt., Hockey '57, '58. '59. Tennis '58. Track '57, Sno-Day Prince '57. Joyce Lepinski, Fired with enthuiasm. Horsemanship Club. Linda Levine (Lindy), Sincerity is her middle name. Choir, G.A.A., Red Cross, Aid Board, French Club Treas., Creative Writing, Senior Class Play, Horsemanship Club, Swimming. Komera Klub. Martha J. Levos (Marty), The reason why gentlemen prefer blondes. G.A.A., Telekets, Occuatiopnal Relations. Gaile M. Libor, A friend worth having, knowing, and keeping. G.A.A. Robert D. Lindberg (Bob), A young man who blushes is better than one who turns pale. German Club, Band, W Club, Cross Country '58, '59. Track '58. '59. Basketball '57, '58. Elaine C. Link (Link), What would she do if she couldn't talk? G.A.A., German Club, Choir, Social Club Board, Te-Aguas, Pep Club, Red Cross. Mary Ann Lucking, Sparkling eyes, a happy smile, dressed so neatly, always in style. G.A.A., Aid Board, Latin Club, Service Club, Te-Aguos, Senior Council. Hannelore M. Luhzing (Mickey), Experience is the school of mankind, and they will learn ot no other. G.A.A., Lotin Club, Spanish Club, German Club. Byron C. Maly (By), He's not os serious as he looks. Bond, Dance Bond, Boseball '59. Nancie Marshall, She studies but she's perfectly normal. James R. Martin (Porky), There's sincerity, honesty, and fellowship in him. Senior Class Ploy, Senior Council, Lonely Hearts Pres., W Club. Football '57. '58, '59, Wrestling '58, '59. Track '57. '58, '59. Hockey '57. John H. Martin (Martini), Worthwhile in all respects. W Club, Junior Council. Drama Club V.P., Chi's Sec., V.P., Senior Class Play, Senior Council, Senior Class Treas., Football '57, '58, '59, Wrestling '58. Hockey '57, Track '57, '58. Clifford Marx, His love for drawing is well known. Spanish Club, Art Club. Kathleen P. McCarthy (Katie), This is the truth and not a rumor; she was blessed with o sense of humor. G.A.A., Aid Board, Spanish Club, German Club Pres., Literary Club, Creative Writing, Art Club V.P., Times Staff, Te-Aguos Pres., Junior Class Play. Kirby M. McCauley, Don't smile at me girls, I'm bashful. Occupational Relations. James G. McEachran (Jim), Twinkley-eyed Irishman.' Chi's, W Club. Football '57, '58, '59. Wrestling '57, '58. '59. Patricia P. McGinnis (Pat), I have known men, liked a few, loved one (at a time) or maybe two. G.A.A., Aid Board, Spanish Club, German Club, Creative Writing, Service Club, Hesperion Staff, Choir, Q.T.'s Treas., Pep Club, Red Cross. Michael H. McGlennen (Mike), Women ore so unnecessary, but anyway — line up girlsl French Club, Lonely Hearts, Junior Class Play, Baseball '57. Track '58. Jamos F. Molkenthin (Jim). Blessings on the little man who invented sleep. Hi-C Pres., Radio Club Pres., W Club, Football '58. '59. Wrestling '58. '59, Baseball '57. Basketball '57. Robert F. Morrell (Tiny), Happy, friendly, and always good company. Junior Class Play, Choir, Lonely Hearts, Senior Council. W Club, Football '57. Basketball '57. Baseball '57, '58, '59, Sno-Day Prince '58. Jon Muggll (Mugs), A bit of work, mostly ploy, keeps him busy all the day. Junior Council, Track '59, Hockey '57. Sharyn K. Mundale, She doesn't study her lessons; she lessens her studies. G.A.A., Latin Club, Choir, Te-Aguas, Pep Club. Dennis M. Nallick (Nal), Did nothing in particular and did it well. Hockey '57, '58. Duane E. Nelson (Nels), Always pleasant, always kind; he's the type we like to find. W Club, Cross Country '59, Track '59, Basketball '57. '58. '59. lone N. Nelson, Don't let those shy looking people fool you. Occupational Relations. Motoko Nishimura, Her blush is beautiful but sometimes inconvenient. Angedias, Student Council, Badminton. A.F.S. Exchange Student from Japan. Rosalind S. Norby (Roz), She's not only a card, she's the whole deck. .GA.A.. Angedias, Ushers Club. Penny S. Norval, I'd like to be bashful, but the boys won't let me. G.A.A., Spanish Club, German Club, Ushers Club, Choir, Art Club, Creative Writing. David C. Nyvall (Nyve), life is what you make it. Hi-C, Band. John P. Obern, He looks like a soint, but we heard he ain't. German Club. Wendy L. Oletzke, Time, tide, and Wendy wait for no man. G.A.A., Spanish Club, German Club, Creative Writing, Art Club, Hesperian Staff, Del Devotas Pres., Social Club Board Sec.-Treos., Horsemanship Club. Bonnie D. Olsen, Her winning smile and happy ways will bring her luck through the days. German Club, Literary Club, Drama Club, Art Club, Times Staff, Dance Group, Telekets, Pep Club. Donna M. Olson (Onna), There was never a soint with red hair. G.A.A., Aid Board, German Club. Literary Club, Art Club Sec., Pres., Times Staff, Social Club Board, Angedias Trees., Pres., Pep Club. Junior Class Play. Senior Class Play. Judith A. Olson (Judy), Her charm is in her sweetness, her style is in her neotness. Hi-C, Spanish Club. Kenneth M. Olson (Ole), He puts all his troubles in one box and sits on the lid and laughs. Lonely Hearts Sec., Junior Class Play, W Club V.P., Football '57. '58, '59, Hockey '57, '58. '59, Baseball '57, '58. 59. Barbara L. Otis (Barb), Its nice to be natural when you're naturally nice. G.A.A., German Club, Service Club Treas., Junior Council. Junior Class Play, Student Council, Telekets V.P., Pres., Social Club Board Treas., Hesperian Staff, Homecoming Attendant '58. Wilbur K. Palm (Doc), A chip off the old block. Lonely Hearts, Junior Class Ploy, Football '58, '59, W Club Sec. James L Park (Jim), Love is too simple a game for a brainy man to indulge in. National Honor Society, Sr. Honor Student. Hartmut Paul (Whity), High aims form high character. Arl Club Trea . Rosemarie Pearson (Rosie), Believe the least part of the greater port that you hear. G.A.A. Board. Del Devotas. Pep Club, Flog Twirler, A.C.C. Basketball, Badminton, Bowling. John R. Perkins (JR), Rollicking, snoppy, always gay, a care free fellow with a carefree way. Band, Dance Band Dir., Basketball Manager ‘58. '59. Gerold Peterson (Jerry), A man of few words doesn't have to take so many of them back. Lonely Hearts, Football '57, '58, Baseball '57. Virginia M. Peterson (Jinny), Here is a girl who's loads of fun; for a jolly friend, she's the one. Occupational Relations. William G. Peterson (Bill). He may be silent and shy. but really is one nice guy. Robert L. Pierson (Bob), A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men. Football '57. Jack M Plantin, Never soy anything unless you have to. Band, Junior Council. Camille A. Price (Meal), She watches him as a cat would watch a mouse. G.A.A., Pep Club, Art Club, Dance Group, Q.T.'s Pres., Social Club Board, German Club. Richard H. Proman (Mouse), Men are soldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time. Spanish Club, German Club. Senior Class Ploy, Junior Class Play. Sheldon D. Ouist, A character so fine and strong, a brilliant boy who can't go wrong. Band, Chi's, German Band, Dance Band. W Club, Track '57, '58, '59 Capf., Hockey '57, '58, '59, Cross Country 58, '59, Football '57, German Club. Thomas Rickman (Tom), Live, love, laugh, and be happy. Football '57. Theodore D. Riddiford (Riddi), Were he vanquished, he could argue still. Lonely Hearts, Swimming. Sharon K. Ridgway, Talking comes by nature. G.A.A., Pep Club, Nightingale's, Angedias. Kenneth C. Rietx (Oshkosh), A stranger from a strange land. W Club, Football '59, Basketball '59. Baseball '59, Sno-Day Princo '59. Constance E. Rock (Connie), A friend indeed, a worthy chum; success to her will surely come. G.A.A., Red Cross Pres., Latin Club Treas., French Club Sec., Literory Club, Choir, Dance Group, Q.T.'s V.P., Senior Council, Senior Class V.P., Senior Class Play. Marilyn Rogers, A great spirit and insipration to all. Home-bound Student. Richard R. Rohwedder (Rohwie), If his studies had to wait, it was with track he had a dote. W Club, Cross Country '57, '58, '59 Copt., Trock '58. '59. Wrestling '59. Sandra L. Rosenblum (Bloomers), A big heart and friend galore, who could ask for anything more. French Club, G.A.A., Service Club, Times Staff, Telekets. Wanda L. Rudie (Louise), The good old times, the grand old times, the great old times. G.A.A., German Club, Tolckets, Bowling, Swimming. Shari R. Saltzman, Let merriment be as long as the day. G.A.A., Spanish Club, Del Devotas, Occupational Relations, Horsemanship, Bowling. 61 Richard G. SandertA(Sandy), Hi presence is always known. German Club. Art Club, Komera Klub, Track '58 Monager, Golf '57, '58. '59. Carol L. Savela, Her secret is potience. G.A.A. Board, Art Club, German Club, French Club, Junior Class Play, Hesperian Staff, Choir Trees., Dance Group Capt., Social Club Board, Telekets Treas., Senior Council, Senior Class Sec., Pep Club, Homecoming Attendant '59, Golf, Badminton, Spring Sports Doy Princess ’57. Bruce D. Scherling, Our leader, philosopher, and friend. Aid Board, German Club Sec., Treas., Drama Club, Chi's Sec., Treos., National Honor Society, Student Council Pres., Junior Council, Jr. Class Pres., Junior Class Play, Senior Class Play, W Club, Hockey '57. '58, '59. Tennis '58, '59, Track '57, Football '58. Badminton '59, Sr. Honor Student. Annette Schiotz (Ann), A lass with a smile is a loss worthwhile G.A.A. Board. Aid Board, Latin Club, German Club, French Club, Service Club, Drama Club Pres., Choir, Telekets, Swimming, Tennis, Horsemanship Club, Ushers Club. Bolette Schiotz (Bo), Sometimes she's serious, sometimes she's gay, but she's sure to be friendly oil through the day. G.A.A. Board, Latin Club, Service Club, German Club, Hesperian Stoff, Choir. Telekets, Junior Class Play, Swimming, Badminton, Tennis. Melvin M. Schwartz (Pickle), A football man, a basketball man, and lost but not least, o ladies' man. German Club V.P., Drama Club, Hesperian Staff, Choir, Chi's, Senior Council, W Club, Football '57. '58, '59 Co-Capt., Basketball '57, '58, '59. Baseball '57, '58. '59. Dennis P. Severson (Sev), He's small, but so is dynamite. W Club, Cross Country '57. '58, '59. Wrestling '57, 58, '59 Capt., Track '58, Baseball '57. James O. Sewich (Switch), Better a bod excuse than none at all. Stuart V. Shanedling (Stu), Witty and wise, just try him for size. Spanish Club Sec., Drama Club Treas., Hesperian Staff, Chi's, Junior Council, Junior Class Play, Senior Class Play, W Club, Tennis ‘57, '58, '59 Capt., Basketball '57, '58, Cross Country '57, Badminton '59. Joyce C. Sleizer, Dimple on chin, devil within. French Club, Del Devotas, Pep Club, G.A.A. Bruce A. Smith (Smitty), Brain will never weigh so much as brawn. W Club, Football '57, '58, '59, Wrestling '58, '59. Golf '58, '59, Baseball '57, Hockey 57, Badminton '59. David L Smith (Smitty), I trouble not studies; studies trouble me. Hockey '57. Leon B. Smith (Sleon), That is os well said as if I had said it myself. Latin Club, German Club Sec.-Treas., Lonely Hearts V.P., Pres., Student Council Treas., Junior Council, Senior Class Play, W Club, Football '57, '58, '59. Track '57. '58, Basketball '57. Cynthia A. Solheim (Cindy), The beauty of women is their hair. G.A.A., Red Cross, Nightingale's, Pep Club. Sandra L. Somod (Sandy), She has the will to do, the power of doing, and better than that, she does. G.A.A., Red Cross Pres., French Club, Hesperian Staff, Service Club, Junior Class Ploy, Drama Club, Choir, Dance Group, Angedios, Pep Club, Senior Class Play, National Honor Society, Hi-C, Bowling. Rodney Spangberg, He would rather bo out of the world than out of girls. Lonely Hearts, Swimming '57. Susan L. Standal (Sue), The world deals good noturedly with good natured people. G.A.A., German Club, Literary Club, Art Club, Creative Writing, Angedios Sec., Pep Club, Junior Class Play, Tennis. Charles Stanisich (Chuck), A man of few words. Susan R. Stensrud (Sue), Here's to a girl with spirit and pep; she'll have fun in life you con bet. G.A.A. Board, Aid Board, Lotin Club Pres., French Club Pres., Treas., Literary Club, Creotive Writing, Drama Club, Times Stoff Co-Ed., Social Club Board, An-gedias Treas., Notional Honor Society, Junior Council, Junior Class Ploy, Cheerleader, Swimming, Tennis, Senior Class Play, Sr. Honor Student. Thomas E. Steward (Tom), A man's own manner and character is what most becomes him. German Club, Art Club, Senior Council. Catherine A. Stratton (Cothy), I can believe anything proved it is incredible. G.A.A., Spanish Club, Q.T.'s, Pep Club. Jean A. Strothman, Responsibility gravitates to the person who can shoulder it. G.A.A. Board, Aid Board, German Club, Latin Club Sec., Literory Club, Creative Writing, Service Club, Junior Council, Junior Class V.P., Times Staff, Te-Aguos V.P., Trees., National Honor Society, Student Council, Swimming, Tennis, Sr. Honor Student. Carolyn K. Sweiger (Sweig), A queen in every respect. Art Club, G.A.A., Spanish Club, Dance Group, Telekets, Junior Council, Junior Class Play, Student Council V.P., Homecoming Attendant '57, Homecoming Queen '59, Swimming. Richard A. Swenson (Swense), Boys will be boys! Junior Class Play, Basketball '57, Golf '59. Anna M. Tchida (Shorty), She moy be tall, but that's not all. G.A.A. Sec., Telekets, Senior Council, A.C.C. Basketball, Tennis. Mary A. Tchida (Red), It's the quiet worker who succeeds. G.A.A., Latin Club, Del Devotas. Robert W. Temp (Bob), Fighting, loyal, firm, and true; Football man, here's to you! W Club Trees., Football '57, ‘58, '59, Basketball '57, '58, '59, Baseball '57, '59. Track '57. Gorden J. Thienes (Gordy), I thought I saw him studying but lo, it was a dream. Romelle R. Thomas, Happy am I, from core I'm free. G.A.A., Te-Aguas. Ronald G. Trimert (Ron), All I want to get out of school is me. W Club, Football '56, '57, Swimming '57, '58, '59, Track '57, '58, '59. Kathleen J. Twite (Kathy), Alwoys looking at the bright side of life. G.A.A., German Club, Telekets V.P., Pep Club. Barbara N. Vojta (Borb), Her quiet nature conceals a pleasant personality. G.A.A., Red Cross, Spanish Club, Art Club, Q.T.'s, Nightingale's, Pep Club. Larry M. Voronyak (Lar), Another of those silent men; thinking things, not saying them. German Club, German Band, Band, W Club, Cross Country '59, Wrestling '57, '58, '59. Michoel A. Wallner (Mike), A habit soon becomes a necessity. Barbara J. Walsh, Give an inch, she'll fake a yard. Del Devotas, Occupational Relations, Horsemanship Club. Mary Jane Ward, Light is the task when mony share the toil. G.A.A., Aid Board, Lotin Club, German Club, Literary Club, Times Staff, Service Club, Social Club Board Pres., Telekets Sec., Pres., Senior Class Ploy, Senior Council. Norman B. Wartnick (Wart), Fun is his middle name. Choir Pres., German Club Pres., Chi's, Junior Class Play, Student Council, Senior Class Play, Senior Council, Senior Class Pres., W Club, Football '57. '58, '59, Hockey '57, '58, '59, Track '57, '58. Jeanne Weathers, Like gravity, she has the power of attraction. Spanish Club, French Club. Art Club, Choir, Angedios, Pep Club. Sharyn Weckwerth, I never let study interfere with my education. Occupational Relations. Karin Wegge, Never run after a bus or a man — there'll always be another right along. G.A.A., German Club, French Club. Dennis Wegley (Worm), Goes In one ear and out the other. Hockey '57. John C. Wheeler, Men who know much, say it. Junior Council, German Club, Creative Writing Pres., Band, German Band, W Club, National Honor Society, Cross Country '57, '58, '59, Skiing '57, '58, '59 Copt., Track '58, '59. Donald W. Whit (Don), Even Webster would wonder a his wisdom. Latin Club, German Club, Junior Council, Football '57, Cross Country '59, Skiing '59, Track '59, W Club. John White (Blackie), Why take life seriously. We never get out of it alive. Choir, Baseball '57. Joan M. Whitney, The friendship that makes the least noise is often most useful. Tronsfer from Orono. Judith J. Wilkinson (Judy), Late hours aren't good for one, but they're all right for two. Del Devotas, Occupational Relations. Paul Williams . Today is the tomorrow that I worried about yesterday. Occupational Relations, Football '57. Joanne Wolter (Jo), Full of fun and mischief too, doing things she shouldn't do. G.A.A., Red Cross, German Club, Pep Club, Choir, Social Club Board, Te-Aguas Sec. Seniors Not Pictured Joanne Adamson Barbara Baker Tom Beldon Sharon Ellington Susan Francisco Elizabeth Hillburn Lyle Nelson Karen Overman Louise Shay When we were very young; our Junior Auditorium The French Project gets its finishing touch. A.F.S. Foreign Exchange Student ! Peter ond Mofoko To Know the Words and Thoughts of Men in Other Lands Again this year. West participated in the American Field Service Program. This program is a non-profit organization which sends high school students from all parts of the world to live with families of other countries. Our two foreign exchange students for this year were Peter Hauzenberger from Zurich, Switzerland, who attended a commercial high school and Motoko Nishimura from Shimonoseki, Japan, who went to the Baiko Jo-Gakuin Mission School. Representing West abroad was senior, Lynn Deutsche. She spent last summer living with the Kil-lias family in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Our three exchange students agreed that participating in the American Field Service Program was an invaluable experience Lynn toll World Affair ckm of hor A.F.S. European igmmtr. 1959 HALL OF FAME 1. TYPICAL WESTITE Janet Berg Jack Lemke 2. MOST TALENTED Jeri Kollins David Grundman 3. DONE MOST FOR SCHOOL Jean Strothman Bruce Scherling 4. BEST ALL AROUND Kathy Finrud Norm Wartnick 5. BEST FIGURE AND PHYSIQUE Marilyn Bendixen Bruce Aguilar 6. BEST SPORT Linda Grossman Doc Palm 7. MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Lynn Deutsche Leon Smith 1959 HALL OF FAME 8. MOST STUDIOUS Beth Hallen Jim Parks 9. SHYEST Matoko Nishimura Jim McEachran 10. MOST ATHLETIC Meredith Ewing __ Ron FindorfF 11. FRIENDLIEST Carolyn Sweiger Bob Morrell 12. PEPPIEST Anne Clawson Art Iverson 13. FUNNIEST Katie McCarthy Bill Hall 14. BEST DANCERS Carol Savela Mike Lebowsky School life Cheering at Pep Fests . . . slaving during examination week ... listening to educational programs . . . yelling across the lunch table, all are important parts of school life activities at West High School. Dressing up in the best for the class play or dance . . . dressing down in the comfortable and sporty on game days . . . always in the fads and fashions of the day, adds to the fun. Homecoming! . . . got to study . . . Sno-Day! . . . Final Week . . . out early . . . Auditorium . . . Club tonight, the variety of activities is tremendous, the list is endless and they all add up to make school life wonderful! Each activity has its own values and significance and West's program is built on the idea that we learn from play as well as from work. Producing and taking part in auditoriums, planning special event days, and organizing large groups of students provide a means by which abstract understandings and skills are tested in action and real situations. Working on these projects with fellow students helps one to accept responsibility and develop goals and values. There are many sides to education. West's variety of activities is a part of a well rounded high school program which is necessary to make the present valuable and pleasant while preparing for the future. What is now learned in daily school life will be the foundation of the student's future way of living. Homecoming . . . Annual Highlight Return to your second hour doit. Shake hand and come out fighting! Being top man ha it moment ! You better cure that nail biting hatbit. Doc. 70 Ricky Poston, So Dunbar, Norman Wortnick, Carol Savtla, Bruce Aguilar, Carolyn Sw ig«r, Roger Ingalls, Janet Berg, Arni Svendt Sandy Songle Reigning over Homecoming festivities was lovely Queen Carolyn Sweiger and her four attendants. The day's opening event was a stupendous auditorium MC'd by the remarkable Wartnick brothers, later a pep fest and then the longest parade in the history of West. The Art Club won the trophy for the best float. Our football game was an exciting statistical victory even if the score was West 14 and Southwest 19. The day was topped off with a gala dance at the Columbia Chalet with Dick and Don Maw's band providing the music. The Homecoming will never be forgotten! ROW I: R. Proman, N. Wortnick, E. Abromt, J, Marlin, M. Lebowtky, J. l«mkt. ROW 2: M. Kargel, L Levine, S. Goldman, K. Finrud, S. Somod, C. Rock, D. Cadmui, S. Stenirud, I. Eitenitodt, N. Cook, 0. OUon. ROW 3: Miit Watrud, L Berman, P. Hauzenberger, J. Finn, L. Smith, B. Lein. Seniors Star in Under the Gas Lights Juniors Present Imaginary Invalid ROW It B. Bolduc, W. Sherman, D. Auger. R. Pa  on. B. Langford. ROW 2: K. Lapp!, F. Ko e, B. McNaughlon, M. Hagen, D. Kolte . S. lieber-man, B. Homitod, T. Lowe, A. Clutter, P. Keaton, S. Lenington, S. Dunbor. 72 Brand new machine  hop under dote inspection Book problem , on wer . . . the actual te t An old tradition in this book Candids Reveal Academic Angle in School Life We of West, who built school memories each day, will well remember that most of our hours were spent in the classrooms. We will remember the work, fun, tensions and anxieties . . . our teachers who hopefully encouraged, begged, prodded and pushed us . . . the stimulation of occasional achievement in class . . . the lucky break when we passed by one point . . . the little flutter of excitement before oral recitation . . . saved by the bell . . . ond the big decision about our future career. The knowledge and inspiration gained in our classes will always be a part of us. Mr. Fearing ond dai diicut German quotation , Zeit i t Geld. We learn Spanish, the language of twenty-two notions. Quadratics -f- cosecants -f- hyperbolas + equations — Solid Geometry 73 As Usual ... an Unusual Sno-Day Willi Sherman, Bruce Aguilar, Ken Rietz, Carolyn Sweiger, Art Iverson, Tom Mclnerny. I Sno-Day! ... or was it No-Day ? . . . Whatever . . . the most important element was missing — snow! All outdoor activities were cancelled, but this didn't hinder the rest of the great program planned by the Student Council. The afternoon Auditorium presented some real entertainment — acts prepared by each class and the faculty. Curiosity . . . speculation . . . and tension were added to the excitement by keeping the Sno-King and court a big secret until the very end of the program. Finally, the glittering crown was placed on Art Iverson's handsome head . . . His court: Bruce Aguilar, Ken Rietz, Willis Sherman and Tom Mclnerny. The evening brought the Royal Dance, held in the males' Recreation Hall. Music, dancing, and lots of fun brought Sno-Day to a close. As others see us Little Reminders ... Big Memories WE'LL NEVER FORGET . . . oor senior year . . . the sound . . . Pick o winner . . . campaigning . . . the Chemo class . . . brownies . . . the big word . . . football talk . . . bridge . . . stags at Norm's . . . the lunch grabbers, Stens and Cook . . . Elegant! . . . Nice going! . . . Christmas formal without music . . . way to go . . . POWER! .. . Caroling in Tyrol Hills . . . It's a joke . . . Smoke up a storm. Jean . . . Chaucer . . . Gus's . . . Excitement of Homecoming day . . . club meetings . . . parking permits . . . Senior Class meetings . . . Senior Breakfast Club . . . cookie lines . . . stinking . . . French roll hair style . . . Class play tryouts and practice . . . the girls' tragic football game . . . Calhoun Drive-in . . . tardy slips . . . easy . . . seventh and zero hour . . . DWELL! . . . study sessions . . . term themes . . . finals . . . loss of sleep . . . hell night . . . Mr. Palm's flashing smile . . . Sno-Day . . . the haunted houses . . . joints . . . POOR . . . Hey, hey, tomato . . . hen parties . . . check out the — . . . can't quite cut it . . . kinda like that stuff . . . lunch in 209 . . . tell me I'm not — . . . ignorant . . . after school meetings . . . New Year's eve . . . Student Council meetings . . . Under the Gas Lights . . . The Imaginary Invalid . . . Vaudeville auditorium . . . You've had it . . . Norm's big mouth . . . musty . . . program changes . . . TIMES deadlines . . . Mr Norton's point system . . . Sadie Hawkins Dance . . . Dance Group meetings . . . Service Club sales . . . luscious caramel rolls . . . flashy colored tights . . . Sleon! . . . the Cooking School . . . sun lamp burns ... tin foil tans . . . turnabout dances . . . beards . . . I'm all for you, kids, but you just can't do it . . . Senior elections . . . cheerleading tryouts . . . our little mascot cheerleader, Billy Iverson . . . The HESPERIAN Staff will never forget . . . deadlines, identifications and overtime. Fads 'n Fashions Bermudas, skorts, bobby sox, flats and the chemise were the old and new styles and the famous frivolous fads around West. Through alterations, the chemise found its place in almost everything the girls wore — skirts, dresses, blouses, sweaters and coats. It was almost os bad as the Ivy League craze! The knee highs suddenly became higher and we discovered colored tights! This attire was worn with skorts, skirts or bermudas. The headache bands were still another important fashion that we went for. The girls even had their hair restyled in order to wear them. Anything to be in style! leggier look steps up First semester fad Shapeless but chic; the chemise 75 Candid Camera Knows, Sees, Snaps All and Snaps Back v ANOEMOH I OUR PATRONS ANGEOIAS SOCIAL CLUB MR. AND MRS. W. P. BIGLOW MR. AND MRS. F. E. CLAWSON MR. AND MRS. G. M. COMB MR. AND MRS. H. D. COOK DEL DEVOTAS SOCIAL CLUB MR. AND MRS. J. S. FINRUD MR. AND MRS. M. GORDON MR. AND MRS. M. L. GROSSMAN MR. AND MRS. W. L. HALL MR. AND MRS. G. W. HALLEN MR. AND MRS. K. E. HOLT MR. AND MRS. R. B. HOOPER AAR. AND MRS. G. J. LUCKING MR. AND MRS. C. S. MARX MR. AND MRS. R. L. McGINNIS MRS. D. C. NORVAL MRS. B. OTIS PRITCHARD STUDIO Q. T.'s SOCIAL CLUB MR. AND MRS. T. K. RIDDIFORD MR. AND MRS. S. E. SANDERS MR. AND MRS. E. SAVELA DR. AND MRS. E. R. SCHWARTZ MR. AND MR. S. V. SHANEDLING MR. AND MRS. M. H. STROTHMAN, JR. THE STUDENT COUNCIL TE' AGUAS SOCIAL CLUB TELEKETS SOCIAL CLUB MR. AND MRS. K. B. WHITNEY 78 THE 1959 HESPERIAN STAFF BETSY HOOPER VONNIE CHAUVIN -ERWIN ABRAMS MARILYN BENDIXEN -NANCY COOK KATHY FINRUD -SHELLY GOLDMAN pat McGinnis - BARB OTIS CAROL SAVELA BO SCHIOTZ MEL SCHWARTZ -STU SHANEDLING SANDY SOMOD - General Editor Art and Layout Editor - - Sports Editor - Underclassmen Editor Typist - - Faculty Editor - - Copy Editor - - Copy Editor Organizations Editor - School Life Editor Organizations Editor - - Sports Editor - - Seniors Editor - Seniors Editor In Appreciation The production of a school annual requires the cooperation of many different groups and individuals. To the following, whose professional services and personal interest made this book possible, the 1959 Hesperian Staff extends its appreciation: Mr. Robert Pritchard and Mr. Robert Jacobsen of Pritchard's Studio, Photographers; Mr. A. 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