West High School - Hesperian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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. .And Creates “A Very Important Date” Flyman Madson introduces a skit presented by a certain Adding .s' ' to the Homecoming Parade. High Stepper group of left handed seniors. underclassman adorn their gaily decorated convertible. Exclaiming over bouffant hair styles, new dresses, and fragrant corsages ■ ••■ommg couples greet one another in the lobby of the Boulevard Twins 17

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West High Bustles With Frantic Activities Alice in Wonderland? No. Alice in Westland! Out of the pages of Lewis Carroll's fantasy. West adapted its own looking glass adventure for Homecoming '67. A coronation auditorium commenced the day s festivities. Guest speakers Pat Smiley and Oswald Wyatt gave a vivid picture of West High life in the 1940 s. Two alumni attendants. Linda Webster and Leslie Robinson, climactically thrust the crown on Her Royal Highness Wendy Weisberg. In the afternoon auditorium, humorous skits and a performance by the West High Steppers depicted the fictitious tale. “No mercy for the Cards. West is best. was the message George Larsgard and Roger Hagen conveyed in their original ballad. Frosty weather proved no hindrance to the Homecoming parade and to the football victory over Marshall. Bringing the day to a memorable close, couples arrived at the Boulevard Twins and danced to the “rhythmic rock of the “Idles. Pages Mary Solhaug. Mary Copouls. and Mary 8ezat go over last minute instructions with Mr. Stelton. inds clasped and eyes closed. Wendy Weisberg pasps •.belief 16 • turning to her alma mater. Mrs Pat Smiley '■’ved by the West audience.

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Dramatic “Westland” Coronation Proudly representing the senior class, attendants Hilde DeBrabandere. Lenni Erickson and Chris Mahle added to the enchantment of the regal court. Sophomore attendant Jean Severson and junior attendant Gwenda Loken provided sparkle and charm. Costumed in bright red. the preliminary winners of the Homecoming balloting, served as pages to the court. Whisked off to a tea party at Marnie Bolstad's house. Queen Wendy and her attendants were given a chance to unwind after the hectic morning auditorium. Flashing a pzazz” srr Sophomore Attendant Jean Severson approaches the ge. 8ringmg the gala evening to a close. Queen Wendy Weisberg and her escort Chuck Rose head for home. 18 Gazing apprehensively t rd the stage. Junior Attendant Glenda Loken walks n the aisle with escort Sam Howell.