West High School - Hesperian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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Hi-Hoz Host West’s Halloween Dance Over 200 Westites concocted a potion of merriment, seasoned with spiderwebs and streamers. in the boys’ gym on November 1. at 8:00 p.m. Glowing jack-’o-lanterns grinned with approval at the enthusiasm generated by Little K and his Fabulous Internationals. a popular soul band. Industrious Hi-Hoz spent hours in preparation for the big night by creating hundreds of buttons, clever posters featuring Snoopy, and bright pumpkins. Six couples successfully competed in a dance marathon and won copies of the groups' record. Squabble. 23 Like the pumpkins, Hi-Hoz Jean Severson and Darralu Specht gaze into the crowd.

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Seniors Base Speeches On Communication Catchy campaign slogans on colorful buttons dominated student apparel throughout the 1968 election week. Bulletin boards displayed creative ingenuity which demonstrated the hard work exerted by the committees. The election speeches stressed concern for the vital necessity of communication within the senior class. Candidates Mark Horr. Bruce Ro-senfield. Virginia Ferm, Joe Pelto. Marty Mil-gram. Mary Steinberg. Larry Hum. and Kevin Locke presented their platforms October 10. during the campaign auditorium. Elected to office were President Mark Horr. Vice-President Joe Pelto. Secretary Mary Steinberg and Treasurer Kevin Locke. Newly elected Treasurer Kevin Locke strolls down the stairs confidently clutching his campaign speech. Looking ahead. President Mark Horr weighs the problems of student government in the senior class. Senior backers warm-up with a Hum” to arouse support for their candidate during elections. 22

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Harmonious Tone Echoes Throughout “Peace on Earth. 1968's Holiday theme set the tone for a festive day which began with the morning auditorium and culminated at the 3:00 bell. To emphasize this spirit of international unity, the creative High Steppers presented an array of colorful dances. Accenting the French Cancan, Spanish Calypso. Charleston and Italian folk dance, the group added a flare of originality with roses, tambourines and raccoon coats. Accompanied by the lively music of the “Pink Panther . West's Hi-Hoz portrayed their own version of Bonnie and Clyde . As a grand finale to his twenty years of conducting. Maestro Victor Hansen led the chorus and band in a medley of seasonal music. The choir featured an echo ensemble that added to their diverse repetoire. Practically stealing the show , Hi-Hoz act out their own version of Bonnie and Clyde . With a suspenseful drum roll, senior Mark Schoenbaum reflects the fervor of the day. Santa Claus , alias Mr. Behrendt. gives junior Ann Rauma an affectionate Christmas peck on the cheek.