West Milwaukee High School - Wemihi Yearbook (Milwaukee, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1940 volume:

t- r -K ' :. j,- f 1 :, V y ' ■mi:m: mmmims- (jit Hi. f zcUJ. y. y : i A - p-- ' ' ■. -t- V Av , y vP ' ■ - -t:e- P ; ' - ' i W ' w. 1940 --J,- - . U-- ' y -lSUy t -e , . 4 Y. i t Published By 1940 SENIOR CLASS WEST MILWAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL MILWAUKEE U. S. A. WISCONSIN Lyadlcatlon To the beloved memory of those three comrades, who, so early in their journey along life ' s path, were led by the Almighty Hand to another land where pain and sorrow and suffering shall no longer be theirs, we, the Class of 1940, lovingly dedi- cate this book. We ioved Xhem m life; let us not forget them in death. In Memoriam LYLE THOMPSON, Jr. CYRIL GODSELL GRACE WERNER omi Mosf of us have ' erm one purpose thcrt u goal. our within oi r reach; for others, it may mean a long, bitter strulggle before it can be realized. But what- ever i+ may be, whenever it will be fulfilled, shall work and struggle and fight until we have attained For we who are about to graduate this June, this book has been our goal. We have attempted to fill the pages of our annual with scenes and stories that will bring back happy memories in the years to come. We have tried to picture what our daily and weekly routine has been like in our past year at West Milwaukee High. We want to give you a glimpse of our school; of how we work and how we play; of the variety of opportunities afforded us and of those individuals whose willingness and patience have spurred us on toward our goal. We hope all of our staunch supporters will enjoy seeing this publication which they, in a measure, have made possible. (ion tan ti OPENING SECTION 1- 6 WE— THE SCHOOL 7-36 SPORTS 37-49 ACTIVITIES 50-66 FEATURES 67-73 PATRONS 74-92 We. Tka ScnooL THE SCHOOL BOARD No other person in any community holds a position which carries more responsibiUty than that of the School Board Member. He is the official repre- sentative elected by the voters to work with the other Board Members in running the schools. The good Board Member never uses the prestige and influence of his office for private gain. He represents the taxpayer, but never at the expense of the child. He is the representative of the young people of the community, and assumes responsibilty for their educational welfare. The good Board Member never allows his actions to be biased, nor does he permit prejudices to enter into his deliberations. His philosophy dictates that the interests of the boys and girls come first in every educational program. The School Board Members, whose pictures appear on this page, recognize the responsibilities of their respective offices. West Milwaukee ' s educational and recreational programs carried on by the schools attest to that fact. BOARD OF EDUCATION EDMOND LEMAY Director JOHN ZAWERSCHNIK Clerk WILLIAM STUTZMAN Treasurer [8] Class of 1940 Education repels intolerance and bigotry. It helps the individual to develop leadership and a plan of action. Proper education creates in a person a surer initiative, a more dynamic intelligence, a self-disciplined character, a broader and more liberal social outlook. Education is a continuing process. It does not end with high school or v ith university graduation. Continue your education whether in school or out of school. By continually increasing your education, you will enhance your value in life. Mathew Barkley [9] NORMA ANTON Mathemcrtics You give but little when you give of your possessions. If is when you give of yourseJf that you (ruiy give. — Kaylil Gibran MERTON R. BOWYER, BE. Commercial A thing done right today means less trouble tomorrow. DOROTHY DIEHL Commercial Art The true work of arf is buf a shadow of ffie divine perfec- fion. — Michelangleo SYLVIA BECKER. B.A. English and Speech Do unfo offiers as you would have them do unfo you. W. F. CROWLEY, B.A. Science From errors of others a wise man corrects his own. — Syrus FACULTY JANE GEERLINGS, B.A. Library A good book is the best of friends, the same today and forever. ESTELLE HABERKORN, BE. Physical Education Our character is our will — what we will, we are. EDWIN R. KENDZIORSKI, B.E. Industrial Arts Without tools man is nothing; with tools he is all. — Carlyle EDNA GRAM, B.E. Commercial No matter how dilticult the job may be, keep smiling and make it just that much easier. KENNETH KAYE, B.S. English and Music Nothing worth while was ever achieved without hard work. [10} THEA KNUTSON Home Economics Perfection is the Sun of little things. JACK J. KUHS, M.A. History Language is the dress of thought: every time you talk your mind is on parade. ALBERT R. KRAMER, M.A. German All is his who never-tailing, Understands and swiff lays hold. LESTER H. LEAHY, Science Let your love to fife be love to your highest hope and let your highest hope be your high- est aim in fife. HAROLD W. LeMAHIEU, B.E. Social Science And wfien (fie Greaf Scorer comes, to write against your name, He ' ll ask not it you won or fos(, but how you played the game. — Rice Ph.B. FACULTY ARLEENE ERICKSON, B.E. Music Four ffiings a man must learn to do II he would keep his rec- ord true: To think without contusion clearly To love his tellow man sincenerly To act from fionesf motive purefy To trust in God and heaven securely. HENRY PANDURO Music iVfusic in tfie school is now considered as important as any other class. It is a splendid aid to the development of charac- ter, morale, discipline and edu- cational progress. 196 out of 200 colleges and universities stated that musically trained students were far superior to all others in their school work. JOSEPH P. SCHWEL M.A. Social Science It all the tools wore wfiite caps, we should look like a Hock of geese. SYLVESTER G. PETERS, M.A. English and Latin Circumstances break men ' s bones: it has never been shown that they break men ' s optimism. ERWIN SCHUBERT, B.E. English Knowledge is proud that he has learned so much: Wisdom is humble that he knows no more. ££ [11] CLARENCE F. SOWLE, B.E. Commercial Very few men are wise by their own counsel, or learned by their own teaching: lor he that was taught by himsell had a tool lor a master. — Ben Jonson MARY SYRIOPOULOS, B.A. English Character is destiny. LYLE B. THOMPSON Girls Home Mechanics and Mechanical Drawing One oi the greatest myster- ies in the world is the success that lies in conscientious work. EDGAR STOKKE, B.E. Physical Education Health makes wealth. HOMER F. TANGNEY, M.A. History What would not a man give if he might converse with Or- phens and Musaeus and Hesiod and Homer? — From Piafe ' s Apoiogy of Socrafes. FACULTY McKINLEY TIDD, Ph.B. Mathematics ' The Goiden Rule has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found diilicult and seldom tried. PAULA BRUGGER Secretary to Principal The world would be better and brighter it we would dwell on The Duty of Happiness as well as on the Happiness of Duty, for we ought fo be as cheeriul as we can, it only be- cause to be happy ourselves is a most ettectual contribution to the happiness of others. GWEN MORRIS, B.S. Home Economics You are wrifing a gospel, a chapter each day, By deeds that you do, By words that you say: Men read what you write, whether laithless or true; say, what is the gospel recording to you? JOSEPHINE FISCHER Office Keep your friends by iidelity, conquer your foes by kindness, win all by goodness and courtesy. [12] CLASS OFFICERS CLASS OFFICERS Joseph Wucherer Edward Mills Robert Crane Jack Beinert President Vice-Piesident President Vice-Presiden; William McMonus Dorothy Zickuhr Margaret Kyte LaVerne Benda Secietary Treasurer Secretary Treasurer JANUARY CLASS Class Motto — We are ever on the forge, for we must be shaped for higher things. Class Flower — Gardenia Class Colors — Blue and Gold Vaiedicforian — Joseph Wucherer Sa7uto orian — Dorothy Zickuhr JUNE CLASS Class Motto — Climb, though the rocks be rugged. Class Flower — American Beauty Rose Class Colors — Blue and Gold Valedictorian — Elaine Peterson Salutatorian — Mildred Kneser [13] HELEN M. ADDIS Commercial Hurricane Home Economics Club, 2-3-4. DONALD A. ANDACHT General Duck Swimming, 1-2-3-4; Football, 3; Intramural Football, 3-4; Intramural Volleyball, 3-4; Intramural Baseball, 3-4; Ar- chery Club, 1-2; Lettermans Club, 3-4. RUTH A. ADLER Commercial Rufhie Basketball, 2; Volleyball, 2. ELLA E. BACHMANN ARLEEN E. BALCKEN Commercial Commercial Flash G. A. A., 1; German Club, 1-2; Basketball Champs, 2-3; Speedball Champs, 2-3; Life Saving, 2; Volleyball Champs, 2; Baseball Champs, 3. G. A. A., 1-2-3-4; Home Econ- omics, 1-2-3-4; Girl ' s Club, 1-2-3; Hi-Lights Staff, 2; Stu- dent Senate, 3. MURIEL C. BADEN General Chorus, 4; Glee Club, 4. CLASS CAROL C. BALL Science Pretzel Latin Club (Peckham High), 1; Philomathea (Washington High), 2. ROBERT J. BARTH General Red Football, 3-4; Intramural Football, (Captain), 3; Intra- mural Baseball, 3-4; Intra- mural Basketball, 3-4; Social Club, 2; Track, 4. ADAM G. BAUER General A. G. Intramural Basketball, 1-2-3- 4; Intramural Volleyball, 1-2- 3-4; Intramural Baseball, 1- 2-3-4; Intramural Football, 1- 2-3-4. LAVERNE A. BEATHALTER Commercial Vernie Basketball, 2-3 (Captain) 4; Volleyball, 2- (Captain) 3-4; Baseball (Captain) 2; Speed- ball, 2-3; Girl Reserves, 1; School Newspaper (Nathan Hale), 1. JOHN General Swimming, mans Club 2; Track, Football, 1 ; Social Club, Club, 1-2-3-4 . BEINERT Jack 1-2-3-4; Letter- 2-3-4; Football, 2-4; Intramural Hi-Lights, 2-3; 2-3; Channel LA VERNE D. BENDA Commercial Vernie G. A. A., 1-2; Mixed Chorus, 1-2; Hi-Lights, 1-2; Girls ' Club, 1-2-3-4 (Vice Presi- dent); Cheerleading, 1-2 (Captain) 3-4; Forensics, 4; Annual Staff, 4; Life Saving, 3-4; Archery, 2. [14} DOLORES E. BENNETT Commercial Dodo Home Economics Club, 1-2; Annual Editor, 4. JANICE A. BERNAU Commercial Red G. A. A., 1-2-3; Student Sen- ate (Vice President), 4. HAROLD G. BLAZEK Elective German Club (South Divi- sion), 2-3; Literary Guild (South Division), 3. IRENE L. BRANDT General Cobina Art Club (Pulaski High), 2; Latin Club (Pulaski High), 2. CLARENCE M. BRISKI General Commish Basketball, 2-3-4; Football, 2-3-4; Track, 3-4; Lettermans Club, 4; Social Club, 2. LE ROY F. BROWNELL General Brownie Wings Club, 1-2; Camera Club, 1-2; BasketbaU, 1-3 Volleyball, 3-4; Band, 1-2-3-4 Track, 4; Latin Club, 3-4 Social Club, 2-3. JOHN F. BUSS Commercial Nuss Football, 3-4; Volleyball, 3-4; Chorus, 2; Annual Staff, 4; Lettermans Club, 4; Glee Club, 2 ' . MARY ANN CESAR General Sis Chorus, 2-4; Suburban Music Festival, First Place, 2. MARY R. CIRFUS General Suii Mixed Chorus, 1; Glee Club, 1; G. A. A., 2-3; Home Econ- omics, 4; German Club, 3-4. ROBERT COLEMAN General Chorus, 4. 1940 JAMES M. COLLINS General Ham Basketball, 1-2; Football, 2- 3-4; Sw imming, 3-4; Track, 4; Lettermans Club, 3-4; Intra- mural Baseball, 2-3-4; Intra- mural Basketball, 2; Intra- mural Basketball All Stars , 2; Intramural Baseball, 3; Channel Club, 3-4. WILLIAM General CRANDALL Cuddles Football, 1-2-3-4; Basketball, 1-2; Track, 1-2; Band, 1-2-3-4; M Club, 4; Intramural Vol- leyball, 3-4; Intramural Bas- ketball, 4; Volleyball, 3-4; Forensics Club, 4. ROBERT B. CRANE General Bob M Club, 1-2; Swimming Team, 1-2-3-4; Hi-Lights Staff, 3; Lettermans Club, 4; An- nual Staff, 4; Channel Club, 1-2; Senior Class President, 4. KATHERINE T.DRASKOVICH Commercial Ka(ie KATHRYN H. DAVIS General Kafie Mixed Chorus, 2-3-4; Girls ' Glee Club, 2-3-4. {X. , h - - Jvc Iromij l yqUeyballt ■, fs-j.. CTub,- T: wings Clu ' B, ' Social Club, 2:.3. WILBERT H. EWIG General Buddy Band, 1-2-3-4; Band Council, 3-4; Mixer Orchestra, 1-2-3-4. 1-2; D i 7 - MAYNARD S. ELERTSON General Riot Football Captain, 1-2-3-4; Track, 1-3-4; Wrestling Cap- tain, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Baseball, 1-2-4; Intramural Basketball, 1-2-4; Intramural Board, 1-4; Student Senate, 2; Mens Club, 4; Lettermens Club (President), 2-3-4; So- cial Club, 2-3; Glee Club, 1; Junior Class Officer. CLASS BETTY J. FARLEY Commercial ELIZABETH E. FELSKE Commercial Betty G. A. A., 1; Social Club, 4. MILDRED J. FELSKE English Millie Orchestra, 1-4; Girls ' Club (South Division), 2. KENNETH J. FEUSTEL General Ken Football, 1-2-3-4; Track, 1-2- 3-4; Basketball, 1-2; Letter- mans Club, 2-3-4; Intramural Football, 1-2-3; Intramural Baseball, 1; Intramural Vol- leyball, 1. ROLAND J. FISCHER Science RoUie Football, 1-2-3-4; Basketball, 1-2-3-4; Track, 1-2-3-4; Intra- mural Board, 1-2-3-4; Social Club, 2-3-4; Lettermans Club, 2-3-4; Student Senate, 2-3-4; Student Court, 3-4; M Club, 4; Junior Class President; Prom King, 3; Intramural Baseball, Football, Basket- ball, Volleyball, 1-2-3-4; Stage Hand, 4. JOHN FRIEDRICH General Track, 3; Wrestling, 4; Bas- ketball, 1-2; Archery, 3-4. [16] LE ROY J. FRIES General Football, 2-3-4; Intramural Baseball, 1-2-3, Intramural Basketball, 1; Volleyball, 2; Archery Club, 2; Intramural Football, 1-2. DORIS ANN FUEGER Commercial Doris GEORGE E. GARITY General Bud Band, 1-2-3-4; Mixed Chorus, 1-2-3-4; Basketball, 2-3-4; Tennis (Captain), 2-3; Track, 1-4; Glee Club, 1-2; M Club Vice President), 4; German Club (Vice Presi- dent), 3-4; Lettermans Club, 4; Badger Boy ' s State, 3; Student Senate, 3; Intramur- al Baseball, 1-2-3-4; Intra- mural Basketball, 1-2; Intra- mural Football, 2-3-4; Band Council, 1-2-3; Annual Staff, 4; Social Club, 2. JEANNETTE M. GARSKE General Social Club, 1-2. ALVIN R. GLOYECK Science Bud Track, 3-4; Football, 4; Let- termans Club, 4; Radio Club, 4; Volleyball, 4; Hi-Lights Staff, 3; Track, (Riverside High), 1-2; Football (River- side High), 1-2-3. EDWARD F. General GRAFWALLNER Spike SOPHIE GRAFENAUER Commercial Soph Student Senate, 3-4 (Social Secretary); Girls ' Club, 1-2- 3-4; Horns Economics Club, 3-4; (President); Chorus, 1; Annual Staff, 4; Forensics, 4; Delegate to Madison Con- vention of the Student Coun- cils, 4. DOROTHY M. GREIS Commercial Home Economics Club, 1-2-3- 4; Girls ' Club, 1-2-3-4; Social Club, 3; Glee Club, 1-2; Camera Club, 1-2. DOLORES G. GUZMAN General Cutie Girls ' Glee Club, 3-4; Chorus (Secretary and Treasurer), 3-4; Home Economics Club, 3-4. 1940 ELEANOR F. HALTER General German Club, 2-3; Annual, 4. FLORENCE J. HANSEDER Commercial Home Economics Club, 1-2. GORDON F. HANSEN General Swede Varsity Football, 3-4; Varsity Wrestling, 2-3; Track, 2-4; Basketball, 2; Lettermans Club, 4; German Club, 3; Chorus, 1; Social Club, 1. [17] JEAN M. HARDIE Commercial ' l _ VALERIA M. HOFFMANN Home 5 o '  °iwcs Val f t Girls ' Basefeaft, 2; Volleyball, Jf 2-3; Social Club, 3. GERDA A. HOCHTRITT Commercial Ger( Social Club, 2-4; Basketball Champs, 2-3-4; Baseball, 2; VoUeybalk 2-3-4; Speedball, 2-3. MARY L. HUBMANN General German Club, 3; Home Econ- omics Club, 4. HUBERT A. JACKSON General Cowboy Varsity Swimming, 1-2; Intra- mural Football Champions, 1; Intramural Basketball, 2; German Club, 3; Intramural Volleyball, 2; Wrestling, 2. ERLING G. JACKSON General Dromedary German Club, 2-3; Social Club, 2-3-4; Hi-Lights, 3-4; Wings, 2-3; Diving, 3-4; Cam- era Club, 2; Track, 4; Ar- chery, 2. O ' V ' O ' CLASS CLARA J. JAEGER Commercial WARREN P. JENNERJAHN General Pele Mixer Orchestra, 3-4; Track, 3; Reserve Basketball, 4; Band, 3-4. JANET H. JOHNSON General Johnny Glee Club, 2; Mixed Chorus (West Allis), 2; Social Club, 4. RALPH C. JUDD MICHAEL M. KALOSH WARREN C. KAPPEN General General Kite General Mike Mixed Chorus, 1-2-3-4; Swim- Lettermons Club, 2-3-4; M Archery Club, 1; Camera ming, 2-3-4. Club, 4; Intramural Baseball Club, 2; Intramural Baseball, Champs, 3; Intramural Foot- 1-2. baU, 2; Track, 1-2-3-4; Foot- ball, 1-2-4; Basketball, 3-4; Social Club, 2. I [18] GLADYCE C. KESKE General Girls ' Club, 2; Glee Club, 2; Mixed Chorus, 2; German Club, 2-3. LEONARD KIENZLE General Pete Intramural Sports, 1-2-3-4; Student Senate, 1-2; Tennis Team, 2-3-4; German Club, 3; Intramural Football Champs, 2-3. MILDRED M. KNESER Commercial Milly G. A. A., 2-3-4; Archery Club, 2-3; Social Club, 2; Annual Staff, 4; Girls ' Speedball, 2. MYRTLE L. KNEUSEL Science G. A. A., 1-2-3-4; Mixed Chorus, 2-3-4; Girls ' Club, 2-3-4; Hi-Lights, 1-2; Girls ' Glee Club, 2-3; Baseball Champs, 2; Speedball Champs (Captain) 2-3; Bas- ketball, 3; Life Saving, 4. LAVERN F. KNOFF General Dark Eyes Basketball, 2-3-4; Intramural Basketball, 2; Baseball, 2; Track, 4. ROSELYN I. KOSMATKA Commercial Home Economics Club, 1-2-3- 4 (Vice President); Social Club, 1-2; Forensics, 4. ORA E. KREMPEL Commercial Chorus, 3-4; Home Economics Club, 3-4 (Treasurer). PEARL J. KRIZAN General Kucon Girls ' Baseball, 3; Girls ' ' Vol- leyball, 2-3; Social Club, 2-3. 1940 BERNICE M. KRUEGER Commercial Mixed Chorus, 2-3; Glee Club, 2; Girls ' Club, 2-3-4; Home Economics Club, 2-3-4 (Secretary); Hi-Lights, 2-3; Girls ' Sports, 2; Social Club, 2; Annual Staff, 4. MARY A. KREUSER Commercial Gabhy Forensics, 4; Annual Staff, 4; Mercian Players (Mercy High), 1-2; A. A, A., (Mercy High), 1-2. DOROTHY I. KUIAWA General Dot Girls ' Club, 2; Glee Club, 1; Dramatic Club, 1 ; Social Club, 2-3; Algebra Club, 1; Girls ' Home Mechanics Club, 1. illiiMii MARGARET V. KYTE Commercial Marge Band, 3-4, Band Council, 3-4; Girls ' Club, 2-3-4; G. A. A., 1-2-3-4 (Treasurer); Basket- ball Champs, 3; Baseball Champs, 2; Chorus, 2-3-4; Hi-Lights Staff, 2-3-4; Life Saving, 3-4; Speedball Champs, 2-3; Girls ' Glee Club, 2; Essay Contest Win- ner, 2. JAMES F. LEMBEZEDER General ]ini Intramural Baseball, 2-3-4; Wrestling, 3-4; Wrestler ' s Chorus, 4; Social Club, 2-3-4. KENNETH A. LARSON General Swede Lettermans Club, 4; Varsity Basketball, 4; Intramural Baseball, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Basketball, 3-4; Intramural Football, 2-3-4; Intramural Volleyball, 2-3-4; Varsity Track, 3-4; Varsity Volley- ball, 2; Reserve Basketball, 3; Latin Club, 3-4. CAROLYN MADER Commercial Carol G. A. A., 1; Social Club, 4. JOSEPH MUDRINICH General Madrink Student Senate, 1-2-3-4 (President); Band, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Board, 3; Basket- ball, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Baseball, 3-4; Intramural Football, 2-3-4; Intramural Basketball, 2-3-4; Intramural Volleyball, 3-4; M Club, 4; Latin Club, 3-4. WILLIAM H, MADIGAN General Slip Football, 1-2-3-4; Basketball, 1-2-3-4; Track, 1-2-3-4; Social Club, 2-3; Wings, 2; Letter- mans Club, 1-2-3-4; Intra- mural Baseball, 1-2; Basket- ball, 1-2 ; Football, 1. CLASS EUGENE C. MASON General Gene Basketball, 1; Football, 1-2-4; Volleyball, 4; Chorus, 3-4; Track, 1-2-3-4. WILLIAM McMANUS General Mac Football, 2-3-4; Camera Club, 2; Social Club, 2; M Club, 4; Lettermans Club, 4; Stage Manager, 3-4; Annual Staff, 4; Senior Class Officer. DONALD H. MEARES General Hank Archery, 2; Volleyball Cap- tain, 3; Basketball, 2-3-4; Football, 2-3-4; Intramural Basketball, 1-2-3-4; Intramu- ral Football, 1-2 (Captain) 3-4; Intramural Volleyball, 1-2-3-4; Lettermans Club, 4; Tennis, 2-3-4; Social Club, 2-3-4; Intramural Baseball, 1-2-3-4. LORAINE D. MECIKALSKI Commercial Annual Staff, 4. ISABLE A. MEYER General and Science Archery Club, 3-4; Chorus, 1-2; Girls ' Glee Club, 1; Dramatic Club, 3-4; Girls ' Baseball Team, 2; G. A. A., 1-2; Forensics, 2-3-4; Annual Staff, 4; Debate Club, 1; Social Club, 2. RANDOLPH MICHEL General Mike Intramural Basketball, 1-2; Intramural Baseball, 3; Bas- ketball, 1-2; Band, 4. [20] EDWARD R. MILLS General Midge Basketball, 1-2-3-4; Band, 1- 2-3-4; Volleyball, 2; Intra- mural Baseball, 3; M Club, 4; Lettermans Club, 4; Stage Manager, 3-4; Vice President Senior Class, 4. ORVILLE MORANCHEK General DONALD NEARY General Basketball, 3; Track, 3; In- tramural Baseball, 2-3; Intra- mural Football, 2-3; Intra- mural Volleyball. 2-3; Intra- mural Basketball, 2-3-4. ROBERT J. NEILAND General Bobbo Hi-Lights Staff, 2; M Club, 4; Tennis, 3-4; Volleyball, 4; Annual Staff, 4. MATILDA A. NEULREICH Commercial Tillie Girls ' Club, 2; G. A. A., 3-4. ARTHUR J. NIEMCZYK General Ait Freshman Basketball (West AUis), 1; Football, 3-4; Track, 3-4; Intramural Basketball, 3-4; Intramural Baseball, 3-4; Lettermans Club, 4. DOROTHY M. NIEMCZYK Commercial DoHie Mixed Chorus (West Allis High ), 2; Glee Club (West Allis High), 2; Girls ' Volley- ball, 2-3; Girls ' Basketball, (West Allis High), 2-3. EDWARD R. General NOLAN Richie Intramural Football, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Basketball, 1-2-3- 4; Intramural Volleyball, I- 3-4; Intramural Baseball, 1- 2-3-4; Wrestling (Manager), 3-4; Social Club, 2-3-4; Hi- Lights, 3-4; Archery Club, 1- 2; Wrestlers ' Chorus, 4; Jun- ior Prom Chairman, 3. AUDREY M. NOLTE Commercial G. A. A., 1-2-3 (Secretary) 4 (President; Girls ' Club, 2-3- 4; Glee Club, 1; Mixed Chor- us, 1; Hi-Lights, 1-2-4; Bas- ketball Champs, 2-3; Life Saving, 3-4 ; Volleyball Champs, 2; Annual Staff, 4; Speedball Champs, 1-2; De- bate Club, 1. 1940 RAYMOND E. OBERMAYR General Ray Intramural Baseball, 1-2-3-4 Intramural Football, 2-3-4 Intramural Basketball, 2-3-4 Intramural Volleyball, 2-3-4 Latin Club (Vice President) 3-4. DOLORES A. PAULL Commercial Annual Staff, 4; Echo Staff (Horace Mann), 1; Mecca (West Allis), 2. EWANA D. PEARSON Commercial Blondie G. A. A., 2; Mixed Chorus, 1; Basketball Champs, 3; Vol- leyball, 2; Basketball (West Division), 2. [21] ELAINE B. General G. A. A., 1-2-3-4 Baseball, Student PETERSON Pete 1-2-3; Girls ' Club, (President): Girls ' 2; Hi-Lights, 1-2; Senate, 1-2; Girls ' Glee Club, 1; Mixed Chorus, 2-3-4; Orchestra, 2; Girls ' Trio, 3; Typing Champion- ship, 3; Girls ' Basketball, Volleyball, Speedball, 1-2-3. PEARL E. PLUTSCHAK Commercial Annual Staff, 4. ROBERT E. General PETRIE Pete Football, 3-4; Volleyball, 3-4; Dramatic Club, 3-4; Letter- mans Club, 4; Band, 3-4; Tennis, 3-4; Annual Staff, 4. ADOLPH P. PUZACH Commercial Annual Staff, 4. RUTH M. RATZMANN Commerical Rutbie Glee Club, 1; Mixed Chorus, 1; G. A. A., 1-2; Annual Staff, 4. MILDRED I. RATZMANN Commercial Millie Girls ' Glee Club, 1; Mixed Chorus, 1; G. A. A., 1-2; Annual Staff, 4; Baseball, 1-2; Basketball, 3. CLASS BARBARA A. REHBERG General Barb Archery, 3; Home Economics Club, 4; Social Club, 2. SHIRLEY M. RINGE Commercial G. A. A., 1; Girls ' Club, 1- 2-3-4; Mixed Chorus, 1; Girls ' Basketball, 1-2-3; Social Club, 1-2-3-4. BERNADINE R. ROEHL Commercial Benny Girls ' Club, 1-2-4; Mixed Chorus. 1-2; Hi-Lights, 1-2-3 (Co-Editor) 4; Annual Asso- ciate Editor, 4; Debate Club, 1. JEAN B. RUBACH Commercial G. A. A., 2-3-4; Archery, 2-3; Student Senate, 3-4; Annual Staff, 4, Social Club, 2; Girls ' Speedball, 2. MICHAEL A. RZEZNIK General Mite Intramural Baseball, 2-3-4; Intramural Football, 3-4. HAROLD F. SCHAEFER General Wings, 1; Orchestra, 2-3-4; Social Club, 1-2-3-4; Track, 3; Intramural Baseball, 1-2- 3-4; Intramural Basketball, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Football, 1-2-3-4. [22] I JOHN SCHAEFER General Hi-Lights, 2-3-4 (Co-Editor): Volleyball, 3-4; Social Club, 2-3; Wings, 2-3; Cross Coun- try, 1; Intramural Sports, 1- 2-3-4. JEROME E. SCHIMD General Kuchenbecker Archery Club, 3; Social Club, 2; Baseball, 1-2-3. DOROTHY L. SCHOESSOW General Pumpicins Girls ' Club, 1-2; Dramatic Club, 3; Girls ' Glee Club, 3; Home Economics Club, 1-2- 3-4. marVin _J G9i?eral ' J DOLORES J. SCHMIDT Commercial Schmiddy Girls ' Glee Club, 1-2; Mixed Chorus, 1-2. ' ' im . , — sk t- racfe,- 2-3-4; Base V ' ' L iZ. Manag lof football. Basket fbcHl, cAd Ti ■ ' ' Base i •■ LYNN L. SCHULTZ Science Wings, 1-2 (President) 3 Vice President) 4; Student Senate, 2. RALPH L. SHARPING General Cross Country, 1 ; Reserve Basketball, 2-3-4; Vollayball; 3; Social Club, 4; Track, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Basket- ball, 3-4; Intramural Base- boll, 3-4; Intramural Foot- ball, 3-4; Intramural Volley- ball, 3-4. CHESTER L. SOWIN Science Suzy Archery Club, 1-2. MARSHALL P. SPERRY General lAarsh Swimming, 1-2-3-4; Annual Staff, 4; Lettermans Club, 2-3-4; Camera Club, 1-2; So- cial Club, 2-3; Intramural Baseball, 3; Hi-Lights Staff, 3; Track, 3-4; Hi-Y Club, 1; Channel Club, 1-2. 1940 MARILYN B. STARK Commercial Lyndy Science Club (John Dewey), 1; Voice (West Allis), 2; Girls Club (West Allis), 2; Music (John Dewey), 1-2. J. EDWIN STENSON General Stens Swimming, 1-2-3-4; Football, 2; Lettermans Club, 4; M Club, 4; Annual Business Manager, 4; Hi-Lights, 3; Camera Club, 3; Channel Club, 2-3. MARGARET STETZENBACH Commercial Marge G. A. A., 1-2-3-4; Girls ' Club, 2-3-4; Hi-Lights, 2-3; Basket- ball Champs, 1-2-3-4; Volley- ball, 1-2-3-4; Annual Staff, 4; Speedball, 1-2-3-4; Social Club, 2-3. ° , %;- [23] IRENE R. STICK Commercial MARTIN STREICHER General Muts Track, 3-4; Archery, 3-4; German Club, 3-4. JOHN A. STICH General lohnny KENNETH A. STURM General Band, 1-2-3-4; Mixer Orches- tra, 2-3-4; Track, 4; Band Council, 3-4. CLARK H. TENANT General Curley Top Wings, 1 ; Camera Club, 1 ; Swimming Team, 2-3-4; So- cial Club, 2-3; Basketball, 1; Track, 4; Cross Country, 1; Channel Club, 2-3. FRED M. TAEGER General Fritz German Club (Mayville High), 3; German Club (President), 4; Track Team (Mayville High), 2-3; Intra- mural Basketball (Mayville High), 1-2-3; Intramural Football, 4; Operetta, 2-3; Chorus, 1-2-3-4. CLASS AGNES M. THEIM DELORIS P. TORPY CLARENCE A. VAN BUREN Commercial Audy Commercial Dee General Red G. A. A., 1-2; Cheerleader, 2-3; Glee Club, 1; Mixed Chorus, 1; Social Club, 3-4; German Club, 4. G. A. A., 1; Girls ' Club, 2. Swimming Team, 2-3-4. CHARLOTTE WATSON General Chuck JANET M. WENTZ Commercial BETTE L. WOLFGRAM Commercial Drum Majorette, 1-2-3-4; Chorus, 1-2; Girls ' Club, 1- 2-3-4; G. A. A., 1-2-3-4; Band Council (Treasurer), 3-4; Hi- Lights, 1; Social Club, 3-4; V. F. W. Essay Winner, 3. Annual Staff, 4. [24] ARMAND W. WOLTER General Dutchy Social Club, 2-3; German Club, 3-4; Intramural Base- ball, 2-3, WALTER W. ZARLING General Zoolings Student Senate, 2-3-4; Stu- dent Monitor Commission, (Chairman), 3-4; Student Court, 4; Wings Club, 1; Archery Club, 1; Intramural Baseball, 1 ; Intramural Foot- ball, 1-2-3-4; Intramural Bas- ketball, 1; Band, 2; Football, 2. JOSEPH WUCHERER Commercial Band, 1-2-3; Student Senate (President), 1-2-3-4; Student Court, 3-4; M Club, 4; Lettermans Club, 4; Social Club, 2; Senior Class Presi- dent, 4; Track, 2; Football, 2-3-4; Basketball, 2-3-4; In- tramural Baseball, 4; Vale- dictorian, January, 1940. VIRGINIA K. ZEHM Commercial Virg CHESTER E. ZIMMERMANN General Butch Boys ' Glee Club, 1; Mixed Chorus, 1 ; Intramural Foot- ball, 2-4; Volleyball, 4; Track, 4; Intramural Base- ball, 1-2; Social Club, 2-3. 1940 DOROTHY E. ZICKUHR Commercial Zick G. A. A., 2-3-4; Home Econ- omics Club, 2-3-4; Student Senate, 4; Student Court, 4; Archery Club, 3-4; Drama- tics, 3-4; Debate, 2; Hi-Lights, 2, [25] THE BENEFITS OF DEMOCRACY Freedom is essential to man. Man was not created to be shackled by the irons ol power and prejudice. Democracy demonstrates that vital freedom by allowing men to live governed only by laws necessary for the welfare of civilization. Although democracy provides for equal rights, for education unparalleled in any other country, for public health and security, for planned recreation, for conservation of human and natural resources, for better hous- ing and environment, for the merit system, initiative, and referendum, and for countless other benefits, I exploit the spiritual benefits of democracy rather than the material benefits, for it is the spirit which drives men on to lasting achievements. How little do the words of freedom of speech, worship, assembly, and press mean, when we think of the glorious social heritage that is ours. Every child born in America has an opportunity to achieve success in a land which should and ought by law be free from hatred and prejudice. No mother need have fear of seeing her child grow to be the helpless tool of a tyrannical government, slave of a crazed dictator, or fodder for a machine gun. No, she is happy in the knowledge that her child will have all the benefits of a democracy. Religious sanctity is respected here; there is no persecution of races because they worship God in a different way. A man need not secretly criticize our government while furtively watching for secret agents who may pounce upon him, for in a democracy, a man may assert his ideas and opinions openly without fear of punishment. Newspapers may boldly print articles about mistakes which may have been made in our government, and people may feel free to assemble for discussion on any particular aspect of the government they wish. In a democracy, while the majority rules and the minority rights are respected, one man is elected leader, who does not completely control the entire destiny of the notion, for it is the people who are in power. There can be established in a real democracy no dictatorship to gain power, wealth, and distinction for themselves. Citizens of a democracy gladly assume their duties as citizens because they know that they are the ones who will reap the harvest. A democracy is a practical institution. It advocates a practical approach to all problems. In it are no signs of the turmoil and unsteadiness of other precarious types of government. It is not a flimsy fabrication of mens ' diseased minds, but a permanent and vital type of government which exists primarily and solely to promote the interests and welfare of its citizens. The Icrws of a democracy are not fixed, but ever changing to meet the needs of its citizens. A democracy tends to mold all people into one harmonious group, and although our democracy is called the melting pot of the world, all its people are united in undivided allegiance. In a democracy is found an enthusiasm, a profound sense of loyalty, and the deepest spirit of patriotism. Because the flames of liberty and justice burn strongly in every American breast, our nation is indivisible. Of all the things that humanity has been blessed with, democracy is the greatest. Intolerance and injustice, two threats to the security and advancement of modern civilization, are not fostered in a democracy. Embodied in the march of progressive civilization are the benefits of a democracy. Our nation is marching onward day by day. The magnificence and strength of our nation is based upon democracy and the rights it upholds, the -ights we possess simply because we are human beings. As long as men revel in social equality and justice, our democracy will live on their lips, for democracy is no temporary triumph. It is the result of tried and true accomplishments, which will endure forever. Men have earnestly endeavored to preserve life and Hberty and the laws of democracy. In a democracy are established benefits which ore lasting. ELAINE PETERSON Winner of first place in the annual V. F. W. Essay Contest Junior-Senior Division THE BENEFITS OF DEMOCRACY Democracy; what does it signify to you? To me it is the greatest and the only form of government where- by a person can possibly enjoy the pleasure of living cm unharassed life. All one has to do is read any newspaper, and he can readily see how fortunate we are in the respect that we are not confronted with the prevalent problems as those of certain European countries. It was as a result of problems similar to those prevailing that compelled men seeking a refuge from the tyrannical ruler- ship to leave their mother land for a new country where they could put Ihe power of government into the hands of the majority. The early settlers were first under the jurisdiction of the British king, but being dissatished with his restric- tions, they revoked and after many battles gained their independence and established their own form of gov- ernment. The colonies ' independence was declared by the adoption of a document which is known as the Declaration of Independence. The first branch of the new government to be organized was the lawmaking body, called Congress. The second factor to be introduced was that of electing a president. He was to be chosen by the people through the casting of ballots. This system was also used to elect the other government officials. The judiciary, a law-enforcing branch, was the third to be organized. This form of government proved to be so successful that it expanded and developed, after years of struggle, into our present form of govern- ment. We receive the benefits of this modern form of government which our forefathers struggled to attain for three revolutionary centuries. Among the more outstanding benefits which we receive ore the freedom of speech, of the press, and the freedom of rehgion. Because of these privileges we are allowed to voice our opinions on practically any sub- ject. The freedom of the press enables us to read articles about foreign affairs, local news, and criticism con- cerning the government for a profitable education. It is alleged that in the courts of a state there can be no partiality between persons, whether they are rich or poor, atheist or Christian, black or white, they must be treated similarly by the law. We are given manifold recreational opportunities consisting of playgrounds, parks, libraries, museums, and theatres. Slavery and serfdom have been done away with and religious, civil, and per- sonal liberty have been largely won. The idea of hberty is unquestionable in true democracy; liberty is its goal and aim. Democracy can not triumph wholly until the spirit of democracy swells in all the people. Students are now being taught the principles of democracy so that in later life, when the power of the government is in their hands, they will have the ability to cope with the problems squarely and make as many improvements in the Gountry as possible so that the next generation profits. I cannot think of a more appropriate ending for my essay on democracy than the closing words from Abraham Lincoln ' s immortal Gettsburg Address, when he said . . . and the government of the people, by the people, and for the people shall not perish from this earth. JENNY FUTTA Winner of first place in the annual V.F.W. Essay Contest Freshman-Sophomore Division [26] SENIOR WILL... WE, THE SENIOR CLASS OF 194Q A. D. Hereby bequeath a few of our very best qualities (of course, of which there is nothing else but the very best in us!) to those who will follow in future years in the golden footsteps that have been so emphatically and gloriously molded by us. In the course of time, we feel sure that the people hereby mentioned in this article of highest degree, will realize how fortunate they are to have been acknowledged by the reluctant graduates of WeMiHi. Please acknowledge: All the candy, gum, etc. put in the wastebaskets to our janitors. Our way of getting things done to the Class of ' 41. Our ideas of decorations for the prom to the coming juniors. The unpaid telephone calls from the office for us, to sophomores. All unsolved problems (including Major Problems, Mr. Kuhs) to freshies. All our vim, vigor, and vitality to Tommy ' s rooters. Helen Addis seriousness of manner to Jean Greis. Ruth Adler quietness and gentleness of speech to Martha Poberezny. Donald Andacht boyish bashfulness to Wally Niemczyk. Ella Bachmann beautiful eyes to Richard Cowle. Muriel Baden quietness and gently mannerisms to Elaine Nolan. Arleen Balcken smoothness of wearing school clothes to the equally well-dressed Dolores Sanhuber. Carol Ball beautiful blonde tresses to the dark-haired Ruth Shaikus. Robert Barth Red ' s real honest-to-goodness down-to-earth wittiness and humor to Bev- erly McHenry, who could use some real humor! Adam Bauer ability to withdraw and come back at will to Elmer Flintrop. LaVerne Beathalter Lefty ' s good sportsmanship and ability to really enter competitive games to Henriette Grgurich. Robert Becker shy smile to the ever smiling Jane Small. Leo Bednarski choice of a nickname (Boise, Butch, etc.) to anyone who wants to pick his own. Lillian Bednarski serious attitude and pleasant greetings to Mary Sevins. Jack Beinert vray with the women to Harold Budish. LaVerne Benda frank chatter, willingness in helping put things over , and her ability to frustrate the male gender to Shirley Barnes. Dolores Bennett whole-hearted interest in the success of the WeMiHi to the entire Senior Class of ' 41. Janice Bernau sweet mannerisms and her deep concern over her U.S. History to Chet Link. Harold Blazek Harold ' s very astonishing mustache to some of the young Freshies, who count their chin hairs at every opportunity. Irene Brandt ability to keep cm interest in one fellow to Betty Butzlaff, (who can ' t make up her mind!) Clarence Briski swingy gait (Freshies, it means walk ) to anyone lacking rythm. LeRoy Bro ' wnell attentiveness and general interest in things to Carl Cesar. Michael Brugger his way of keeping within his own shell to Russel Weiss, (sometimes we wish we could find one big enough!) John Buss his tall, dark, handsomeness to Ervin Laabs. Mary Ann Cesar control of her vocal organs to the ever-popular Buck Leahy. Mary Cirfus her skirts ' and dress ' lengths to Margaret Holtz. Robert Coleman we suggest you will one of your brothers to Eddie Cantor. James ColUns athletic ability to Lee Fairchild. William Crandall imagination to catch fish without bait (overcoat sleeve, he thinks is better) to anyone who wants to join the New Year ' s Eve Brigade. Robert Crane physique, looks, etc. and way with the women to one of the tallest men (?) in school, Ervin Lemke. Katherine Davis blondness to Dorothy Link. Paula Dosta conservative manners to her sister, Evelyn. Katherine Draskovich similar habits and length of name to Josephine Dobertinsek. Ralph Dropp serious and reserved manner to Jerry Probst. Dorothy Ehrlichman color combinations to Marie Casebeer. Maynard Elertson modesty in all his achievements to Bill (Ham II) Collins — may we also give Bill a little polishing on his unexcelled French ? Charles Erickson his unfailing way of always appearing for his hall-monitor duty to anyone who can get to school early enough to do this type of -work. Wilbert Ewig way with Doris Anderson to no one, as far as we know; (anyway, it was so when this was being written) and also his ability to play in Pandy ' s orchestra, to anyone who has that much interest. Betty Farley sarcastic sweetness to Virginia Wauer. Elizabeth Felske quiet demureness to Miss Jane Geerlings. Mildred Felske individuality to Betty Barkley. Kenneth Feustel mama ' s little helper abiUty to Martin Raebel. Roland Fischer RoUie has changed so we ' ll will the old RoUie Fischer ' s personality to William Juhre. But too, we will his achievements to some of our up-and- coming athletes. [27] SENIOR WILL-Continued John Friedrich John ' s wrestUng abiUty and blond hair to little Champion Underdale. LeRoy Fries chance to fill everyone ' s pen in Bookkeeping class to anyone who happens to get the seat next to Mr. Sowle ' s ink bottle drawer. Doris Fueger her sweet and cheery good mornings to Miss Syriopoulos. George Garity way with the fellows to Bill Dayion, who really gets around — fine — he doesn ' t need help. Jeanette Garske readiness in reciting in history class to Angeline Revelant. (Don ' t worry, Angle, you ' ll have it soon.) Alvin Gloyeck his oratorical way of saying nothing to anyone who knows his ands and wherefores — enough to exhaust Webster to a mere fraction. Sophie Grafenauer her sweet personality and mannerisms to her sister who remains behind to carry on the Grafenauer name. Edward Grafwallner niay we also ask him to dedicate one of his brothers to carry on their name at WeMiHi. Dorothy Greis her helpfulness in Girls ' Club to some of the more or less stagnant members, who just cawn ' t be botha ' d! Dolores Guzmann her self-individualism and thought of self-preservation to anyone who wants to end up on the wrong foot in WeHiHi. Eleanor Halter her abihty to get high marks, and we do mean high in U.S. History, to anyone who rakes off 20 ' s and 30 ' s. Florence Hanseder her tall and stately manner and magnificent carriage (and we don ' t mean a Ford) to Jacqueline Fendry. Gordon Hansen Gordon ' s deep down in the bottom of the sea voice and wit to the shy- voiced Gerald Tesch. Jean Hardie her ways and means of getting messed-up in the mimeograph machine to some of Mr. Crowley ' s swimmers when they run off copies for their Prof. ■Valeria Hoffman quietness and athletic enthusiasm to Johanna Shift. Gerda Hochtritt ever sweet and friendly manner to anyone and everyone to Miss AHce Tressmer. Mary Hubmann oratorical speeches in U.S. History Class to Harriet Guenther. Erling Jackson ' s speedy delivery and knack of throwing the whole U. S. History Class, plus Prof. Kuhs, off the subject — to Robert Pratt. Hubert Jackson his diving abiUty and swimming to Howard Gerlach. Clara Jaeger the tresses of The Lady of the Lake to Helen Rauscher. Warren Jennerjahn his soulful look and soft-spoken voice to Herbert Sandmann. Janet Johnson abiUty of remaining quiet to Franklin Cesar. Ralph Judd Kingly stride to Richard Ehrich. And also his ability to put his foot (is that what is??) down when expressing emphasis. Kenneth Kahl quietness in Bookkeeping to Sylvia Kongo, in any class. Mike Kalosh his height and ability to play center on the basketball team to Chuck Kelly. Warren Kappen his friendly facial expressions to Betty O ' Leary. Gladys Keske shy, quietness to Lillian Meyer. Leonard Kienzle pleasing voice to Valentine Sikorski. Mildred Kneser ability in transcribing shorthand at a rapid rote to David Mills. Myrtle Kneusel athletic ability and pleasing manners to Glenore Bensene. Robert Kneusel friendliness to Jean Krieger. LaVerne Knoff his the ' s, thou ' s, ' and t-h ' s to Elmer Heileman. Roselyn Kosmatka unfailing loyaUy to her friends to the equally loyal Eleanor Nolan. Kenneth Kraft willingness to make speeches to Merit Komatz. Ora Krempel sweet personality and pleasantness to Norma Scott. Pearl Krizan cheery smile to Doris Thekan. Bernice Krueger composition and literary genius to Joe Larson. Mary Kreuser ' her frequent visits to see Mr. Bowyer to Vasilka Christ. Quote: What ore we waiting for? Unquote. Dorothy Kujawa engagement ring and chewing gum to Eileen Bishop. Clarence Kurer diminutive size to Dick Horn. Margaret Kyte drum major uniform to Mary Jane Webb. Kenneth Larson Swede ' s abihty to really dress to an equally capable and handsome fellow, Robert Senseny. James Lembezeder witty remarks and down-right horse-play to Lennie Weiss. Carolyn Mader helpfulness and willingness to whoever the shoe hts. William Madigan the typical Irish character to Thomas Stelmcesyemski. Joseph Madrinovich successful management of Student Court to his predecessor. Eugene Mason assurance in getting girls to John Bartoloth. William McMonus this Irishman ' s laughter and ability to take blues eyes away to the up and coming Robert Mueller. Donald Mears good sportsmanship in taking a ribbing to Henry Fox. Loraine Mecikalski this girls preparedness to John Fueger. _ Isabel Meyer health , hands, heart, and head to Muskego cousin Miss I-armerette Williams. Randolph Michel his jitney bus to any fellow that thinks that he can make it hold out much longer. Edward Mills Midge ' s center position and ability to see over anyone ' s (anyone want to question that?) shoulder to Huncey Zawerschnik. Orville Morcmchek his athletic achievements to Carl Paulsen. [28] Wilbur Naker guitar to anyone who wants it while he joins the ranks of the unemployed. Donald Neary his shyness and backwardness to Richard Walker. Robert Neiland his 49th St. residence to little Duane York and his way with the women, also. Matilda Neulrich her knowledge of knowing when to be seen and not heard to many of the Freshie girls in school. Robert Nick roller skating technique to Beefy Badura. Arthur Niemczyk Shirley Weber to no one, at present — we shall let him keep her. (Was so anyway, at the time this was written.) Dorothy Niemczyk her jovial manner of greeting anyone at any time during the day with her cheery smile; also, her seat in the Greendale bus to Mildred McNaabe. Edward Nolan . . .his partnership with Prof. Leahy to the cheery Donald Flitsch. Audrey Nolle her whole-hearted sincereness and modesty to Jean Larson. Raymond Obermayr his unfailing politeness and his summer baseball games to any other all- round feller . Charlotte Owens delightful personality and liking a good time to anyone who is equally as sweet. Dolores Paull one of the most beautiful voices to Jacqueline Clark. Ewana Pearson Ewana ' s quick-fiery temper to Helen Cransky. Elaine Peterson her extra special way of being so sweet to another sweet person who we ' re sure shall be equally as capable on the typewriter, Jenny Futta. Robert Petrie his handsome mirror-face to Hollywood talent scouts. Pearl Plutschaack quiet ways to Ethel Sharping. Adolph Puzach his football career to any hopeful Freshie. Mildred Ratzmann her manner of letting everyone know what her academic marks are and what praises are allotted her to Violet Eckel. Ruth Ratzmann her ten-cent store giggle to Betty Fischer. Barbara Rehberg tall, sophisticated, stately beauty to Shirley Krueger. Shirley Ringe her blond beauty and characteristic qualities to Betty Kocs. Bernadine Roehl Bernie ' s grand, jovial personality and sense of humor to the Lady of the Kitchen , Miss Knutson. Jean Rubach rapidity in reading shorthand to Alva Bastian. Michael Rzeznik his blond, bashfulness to Leon Rausch. Harold Schaefer his whole-hearted effort in getting the full benefit of the Speech course to Miss Becker ' s speech classes of the future. John Schaefer his continuous meanderings for everyone, especially Mr. Shubert, to Mr. Barkley ' s next little helper. Jerome Schmid chauffering job to Billy Ringe. Dolores Schmidt her position in the front seat of Smiley ' s car to Pearl Acker. Dorothy Schoessow U. S. History tactics to any junior planning to indulge . Marvin Schroeder shyness to some of our Don Juans. Lynn Schultz interest in the Wing ' Club to Harriet Carver. Ralph Sharping technique of playing the accordion to Maynard Scmgstad. Chester Sowin his way of smoothing over his I don ' t give a hang attitude to Ray Gove. Marshall Sperry this jovial swimmer ' s ability to Frank Neuwald. Marilyn Stark : . . . .her various facial expressions to any physiognomist who wants to complete his thesus. (whew!!!!) J. Edwin Stenson we haven ' t consulted him but we think he would just as soon take every- thing with him, including Freshie Acker. Margaret Stetzenbach come hither. Young Mem, come hither look and characteristic walk to Nellie Eojcraitz. Irene Stich her wide awake mood, the morning after the night before to her sister. John Stich Johnny ' s brains and route he took to get to school every morning, to any- one livin ' way out thar ' . Martin Stretcher his submissiveness to little Robert Krcmz. Kenneth Sturm his old trumpet lip to Gabriel. Fred Taeger German-boy-beauty and his way with the women to David Hoffman. Clark Tenant ' . . . his wit and also his ability to orate in Speech class to Harold Bruckbauer. Agnes Theim her ideas of originality e. g. glassless glasses, Truth Books, etc., and her jitterbugging to June Masch. Deloris Torpy Torp ' s humor and constant lack of typing paper to the Bookstore. (They do sell supplies, or don ' t they???) Clarence Van Buren ' his voice, swimming ability to little Frank Stenson. Janet Wentz position as leading drum-majorette and also her disposition to her little cousin, Joanne. (She ' ll be coming, soon — maybe) Robert Witterholt Bob ' s appetite and attitude of no bottom to Burton Johnson. Bette Wolfgrom sardonic smile and quietness to Lucille Pohlmcmn. Armand Wolter Armand ' s scholastic standing to our friend (?) Teddy Scutter — who just won ' t give a hang! Joe Wucherer his job of sodee-jerker to anyone who can eat ice-cream without spilling it all over his vest — or — well, anyway, someone who just doesn ' t!! Walter Zarling Zooling ' s position as Mr. Barkley ' s personal maid to Kennie Schroeder. Virgina Zehm her beautiful hair and grand, but quiet personality to little Martha Five- house, who is just as Swell! Dorothy Zickuhr Zich-er and her running around, her running around and her run — well, anyway, the way she can bustle and stuff to some of the lazy drones in school. Chester Zimmerman Chef ' s grand helpful manner and sense of humor to Mr. ' Bcmke, ' the janitor. [29] n - . ' UA Juniors [30] ,.; ' 12B SENIORS jl ' first Royv:.- ' ' John Barioloth, Herbfert Sandmann, Nick Fedenia, William Dayton, William Scale, William Juhre, Robert o,pesch. Second Row: Shirley Weber, Mitzi Dow, Janet Wentz, Jean Madigan, Agnes Zeleznik, Dolores Hiidy, Doris Anderson. Third Row: Jean Greis, Elaine Peterson, Beatrice Ogrizovich, Lucille Pohlmann, Margaret Zelezhrk, Robert Fenner, Andrew Balistrej Aj--  TlA JUNldRS -7 First Row: Glenn Knickelbein, Matt Komatz, Ruth Shaikis, Lorraine Slaby, Doris Ceel, Mary Jayne Webb, Mary Valek, James Micale. Second Row: Duane York, Helen Baniel, Dorothy Schaefer, LaVerne Binger, William Un- derdale, John DeWitt, Virginia Delano, Marion Barth, Betty Schumaker. Third Row: Elsie Nickols, Betty Hoffman, Evelyn Warras, Jacquelyn Clark, Henrette Grgu- rich, Peter Wojtysiak, Shirley Geckler, Ev elyn Bublitz, lone Pearson. Fourth Row: Shirley Wilson, Ann Baranek, Raphael Schmid, Burton Johnson, Gordon Mayer, Myron Mattmiller, Herchel Parsons, Arnold Heling, Ervin Laabs.lf , Fifth Row: Kathleen Waite, Martiri I gl el, Leonard Weiss, Carl Paulsen, Dick Walker, Daniel Scheuermann, Alva Bastigwir Jorrri ' llA JUNIORS ;. - j . v First Row: Dofalc ti FJitfech, L©6lynd Kr qdch, Robert -fcomask, Kenneth Lascelle, Ray Gove, William Clifton, Walt ; ieinc yk, Ted q -dseth, Gilb t Meyer. Second Row; [J6ck cfust, Russel eiss, JanlesyGrafwallner, Orville Payne, Harold Gro- macki, Edward Jankoti Donald ' Jans , Jerry Golqing, John Smeliutsky, Edgar Halter. Third Row: Valentm« Sikor3ki ' , Andrew Kmiecik, Eugene Rosche, John Fugger, Richard Brown, Lee Fairchild;yRichard Schraeder, William Collins, Harvey Badura, Paul Brenner. Fourth Row: David Lynch, David Hoffmann, Glenn Stremke, Donald Frye, James Byrne, Allen Lund, Richard Hohl, James Donovan, Kenneth Mahnke. Fifth Row: Richard Schroder, James Stiffek, Robert Pratt, Arthur Helm, Thomas Wert- schnig, Ardin Neitzke, Harold Ruehle, Beverly McHenry, Harold Bruckbauer, Arthur Finne. 11 A JUNIORS Firsf Row; Harriet Guenther, Jane Small, Martha Poberezny, Dolores Skorzeski, Helen Traut, Ethel Sharping, Mildred Paasch. Second Row: Ruth Elder, Elizabeth Pionkowski, Dorothy Rudolph, Marion Quinnies, Dor- othy Allen, Evelyn Becker, Betty Buckett, Ethel King. Third Row: Alice Tresemer, Bernice Kolsch, June Taddey, Bette Williams, Thelma Scott, Johanna Schenke, Dolores Sanhuber, Norma Reid, Betty Jane Butzlaff. Fourth Row: Alice Lemmer, Marion Nikolaus, Johanna Schift, Beverly McDonald, Mary Wucherer, Gladys Brandemehl, Virginia Wauer, Violet Eckel. Fifth Row: Helen Rauscher, Claire Burk, Regina Rogalski, Betty Kocs, Leona Meier, An- geline Revelant, Lorraine Trapp, Georgette Skipper, Shirley Krueger. [31] IIB Juniors lOA Sophomores Sophomores lOA Sophomores [32} IIB JUNIORS First Row: Richard Perko, Warren Soley, Arnold Binter, Orville Carlson, Fred Schwei, Rob- ert Laybourn, Paul Basilius, Jack Bisihofi. Second Row: Audrey Esters, Shirley Lipscomb, Josephine Doberl, James Garity, Wayne Leeman, Sylvia Kongo, DeOtis Sherer, Shirlee Holvey, Mildred McNabb. Third Row: Bernice Lukomski, Audrey Nelson, Evelyn Dosta, Paul Ogrizovich, Frank Sten- son, Norma Scott, Lucille Matossian, June Hemes, Donna Rosenberger, Dolores Swendson. Fourth Row: Henry Hammer, George Garich, Robert Mueller, Alois Werner, Audy Yuvan, Robert Biegel, Richard Elrich, Wallace Fredricks, William Anderson. lOA SOPHOMORES First Row: Joseph Larson, William Francour, Elmer Heilman, Harlan linger, Robert Wat- son, Evelyn Fiedler, Eulalia Martin, Rose Yuvan, Mary Lewko, Elenor Schopf. Second Row; Virgina Melka, Adair Bernhagen, Marjorie Strauss, Fredia Barnet, Geral- dine Leissring, Jenny Futta, Charles Kelley, Marion Leissring, Dorothyann Higgins, Beatrice Zeckel, Lucille Snodie. Third Row: Robert Beyer, Stanley Perry, Martha Fivehouse, Betty Barkley, Olive Brink, Mildred Stase, Hazel Sharping, Doris Sherman, Dorothy Grafenauer, Vasilka Christ. Fourth Row: Henrietta Hagler, Vera Marlin, Evelyn Bement, Betty Krizan, Mary Madrin- ovich, Dorothy Link, Catherine Powers, Blanche Zenisek, Corelle Krause, Lawrence Gralwall- ner. FUth Row: June Michael, Lucille Lex, Anna Janka, Betty Jane Stickmann, Ruth Krolikow- ski, Richard Cowle, Raymond Urban, Steve Doynik, Mark Druml. Sixth Row: LaVerne Leanderson, Jeanette Hartmann, Benjamin Horn, Harold Stone, Walter Radish, Harold Sawicki, Floyd McFadden, Robert Jones, Richard Horn, William Flint- rop, Warren Palmershiem. lOA SOPHOMORES First Row: Henry Fox, George Johnston, Stanley Versic, Eugene Sorenson, George Mader, Ralph Domask, Gordon Matz, Gordon Stelse, William Cooper, David Mills. Second Row; Larry Loomis, Ervin Kuglitsch, Leon Rausch, Donald Kubeny, Harold Aston, Eugene Kocs, Edward Baniel, Peter Friedrich, Ervin Baniel, Ivan Acker. Third Row: David Felkner, Carl Waystedt, Steve Prusak, Leonard Paradowski, Anthony Kraurzk, Robert Mueller, John Kurer, Eugene Bolda, Raymond Masser, Clifford Johnson. Fourth Row: Harland Knoff, Harold Price, Arthur Milson, Carl Hochtritt, Gilbert Kania, Gerald Kappen, Walter Smead, Howard Dieffenbach, John Schmoller, George Karel. Fifth Row; Waldon Kinley, Arthur Allen, Robert Bauer, Thomas Stelmaszewski, Joseph Mainus, Gerald Tesch, Frank Thekan, William Banister, Stephen Clemins, Edwin Skipper, Robert Sensensy. Sixth Row; Estle Clifton, Lloyd Gordon, Harry Olsen, Roger Johnson, Robert Schwabe, Thomas Bachmann, Roland Peters, John Quinn, Raymond Matz, Neal LaFrance, Gordon Bed- man. 10 A SOPHOMORES First Row: Arleen Roskoph, Helen Rynders, Peggy Neily, Patricia Noran, Ruth Heinz, Regina Iglinski, Ruth Conrad, Eileen Bishop, June Radtke, Karen Salberg. Second Row; Pauline Weimer, Lois Whyte, Agnes Lacssig, Elaine Nolan, Loraine Allen, Beverly Teschendorf, Mavis Hooper, Carolyn Domask, Arleen Musil, Margaret Holtz, Marian Coenen. Third Row: Lois Mae Stark, Audree Staaben, Theresa Hoeft, Glenna Elder, Audrey Ruesch, Eilene Sihorski, Lorraine Sprague, Katherine Miszczak, Eleanore Nolan, Beatrice Beierle, Glen- ore Bensene. Fourth Row: Blanche Winter, Margaret Loomis, Shirley Burke, Helen Rosche, Margaret Fries, Marvel Berg, Fay Gove, Marilyn Parsons, Betsy Ross, Evelyn Mecikalski. Fifth Row; Betty O ' Leary, Harriet Carver, Lorna Ann Bernard, Evelyn Schmidt, Margaret Sullivan, Jayne Schulz, Helen Kranske, Mary Sevenz, Betty Cowell, Vivian Wilson, Doris Wangerin. Sixth Row: Lorraine Paull, Betty Reed, Helen Bates, Mae Sageser, Virgina Jurcek, Bertha Ernest, Anita Pellegrin, Beverly Jacoby, Doris Rynders, Mary Koller, Ruth Basse, Nellie McMahon. [33] 106 Sophomores 9A Freshmen [34} lOB SOPHOMORES First Row: Julius Zauner, Arthur Conrad, Robert Anton, Valentine Brugger, Robert Baerke, Clifford Stutzman, Forrest Perry. Second Row: Dorothy Roeglin, Marie Iglinski, Carmen Gebay, Dorothy Heuser, Mabel Ann Banister, Mary Ann Theim, Marian Schultz, Margaret Guenther, Mary Cannon. Third Row: Hugo Erdman, Amelia Radjenovitch, Ruth Radish, Lester Rebernick, Dorothy Ott, Marian Casper, Gertrude Lewein, Frank Schulter, John Rosewiez. 9A FRESHMEN Fiist Row: Mildred Quandt, Margaret Schmid, Virgina Zarling, Betty Gill, Marian Lay- bourn, Jane Ernst, Lesa Mueller, Jean Ernst, Lorraine Kanugh. Second Row; Carol Tidd, Muriel DeWitte, Mary Paasch, Bette Ehrlichman, Muriel Bever, Burness Tuttle, Pearl Acker, Betty Hanke, Rosemary O ' Neil, Jean Larson, Dorothy McMurtrie. Third Row: Margaret Spychalski, Jeanette Teschendorf, Audrey Minster, Thelma Tak- chuk, Viola Egge, Betty Grow, Evelyn Achermann, Betty Schloemer, Mary Jean Hamilton, Nell Eojanetz. Fourth Row: Bernice Watson, Anna Potisk, Elaine Taddy, Jean Hall, Inez Wollert, Anna Theim, Irene Fritz, Laura Kuehn, Irene Jungbluth, Mary Dreskovich, Carol Masonn. FUth Row: Phyllis Larson, Marion Druml, Arline Mott, Irene McHenry, Virginia Mauch, Audrey Yunker, Betty Ann Williams, Mary Belle Glockner, Cleyon Britton. Sixth Row: Sarah Bednarski, Carol Moosburger, Joan Marcelja, Margaret Fries, Irene Casebeer, Catherine Bolfert, Rayline Jung, Beverly Koenig, Bernice Fillon, Miriam Langham, Shirley Barnes, Shirley Miller. 9A FRESHMEN First Row: Larry Schimke, Walter Puzach, Frank Neuwald, Jerome Probst, E dward Zyniecki, Howard Gerlach, Aloysius Raebel, Richard Bluhm, Edward Koopmieners, Robert Kosmatka. Second Row; John Zawerschnik, Richard Sommers, Richard Tkachiek, Robert Geboy, Emil Skasa, Kenneth Unger, Edward Fugger, George Gorichang, William Mosser, William Peterson, Howard Angle. Third Row: Burton Amundson, Robert Neulriech, Walter Troppmann, Sam Cody, Donald Lange, Richard Jansen, Walter Smilnetsky, Richard Schmidt, Howard Timper, George Teschen- dorf, Clarence Dietterich. Fourth Row: Jack Schmidt, Charles Allen, Floyd Brink, Donald Sommers, Joseph Schauz, Benjamin Poe, Maynard Saugstod, Joseph Somers, Urban Graf, Charles Schubert, Aloysius Brunner, Paul Davis. Filth Row: Vincent Feustel, Frank Koshak, Joseph Lemke, Walter Kalbasy, Billy Zohn, Richard Arndt, Richard Roznik, Robert Rudolph, Edward Green, Donald Kilps, Edward Kastelic. Sixth Row: Edward Buss, Robert Fugger, Louis Ackermann, Marvin Lohmeyer, Edward Scheel, Jack Simon, Arthur Albers, Robert Lewis, John Beiler, Delbert Wage, Harvey Wyckoff, Robert Siesco. 9A FRESHMEN Firsf Row; Mildred Hudy, Doris Pipke, Betty Fisher, James Nolan, Melvin Rutz, Donald Brownell, Burton Acker, LeRoy Reib, Robert Schaefer. Second Row; Raymond Hatch, Betty Robertson, Wayne Humcke, Ted Scudder, Josephine Janschitz, Leo Gilligan, June Wery, Raymond Zingsheim, Francis Sherman, Jack Kuehl. Third Row: Leon Elaff, Gale Guenther, Ervin Lemke, Ralph Frye, Donald Potts, Frank Zau- ner, Emil Musil, Billy Ringe, Mae Gordon, Norman Smith, Shirley Cowle. Fourth Row; Louis Lex, Steve Maystorovich, Richard Lenski, Warren Clark, Caroline Wa- chal, Betty June Van Ert, Ruth Beyer, Violet Becker, Arline Palmersheim, Margaret Clancey, Robert Krainz. Fifth Row: Carol Burleton, Catherine Zenisek, Dolores Olewinski, Janith O ' Brien, Marion Fahning, Marion Gollurtzer, Betty Burke, Viola Scheidegger, Shirley Amos, Helen Baranek, Edward Beyler. Sixth Row: Earl Winter, Rose Mary Hondel, Dale Dufenhorst, Bronco Ogrizovich, Robert Goff, Edward Bauer, James Knop, Anthony Heinz, Herbert Gehrke, Delph Wiley. [35] JUNIORS We are especially proud of the Junior Class of We Mi Hi this year. They are outstanding in many fields including music, dancing and s ' .nging. The Freshmen, Sophomores and Seniors have found a great deal of competition in athletics from members of this group. Their main and popular feature which takes place every year, the Junior Prom, was carried out with unusual success because of the outstanding cooperation received from the Juniors. With the aid of Mr. Tangney, faculty adviser, this group planned the decorations, program, refresh- ments, etc., to make this a really big affair. We are sure that the; school can be really proud of next year ' s class of Seniors. SOPHOMORES The Sophomore class of 1940 has marked itself as a class that is high in scholastic and athletic activities. The boys and girls of this class have given much lime to extra curricular activities in sports and music. Some of the Sophomore boys have proven the mselves valu- able and acquired positions on varsity athletic squads which wrill be a benefit to WeMiHi in the near future. Intramural sports have been popular with Sophomores and both boys and girls have participated in them. The Sophomore class has made itself valuable through its enthusiasm and cooperation. This years Sophomore class wiU prove itself able to attain great heights through its years at West Milwaukee High School. FRESHMEN The Freshman Class of 1940, which is exceedingly large in number, has shown they are determined to exceed all the high records set up by their predecessors. They have estab- lished new highs in scholastic marks and have given keen competition to the upper class- men in athletic sports and extra-curricular activities. With a group of individuals such as these to support and carry out the school spirit for the next three years ,We Mi Hi is sure to derive innumerable benefits. The enthusiastic efforts of this large group to improve and better the standards of West Milwaukee High will command the respect of the student body and faculty alike. [36] W V T — ' 9 — loo, ' ; s Oi-r-i yiOlf SCHWEI STOKKE FOOTBALL West Milwaukee opened its 1939 season by tying their two city rivals, Lincoln and South Division. The next game, which was in the suburban conference race, was dropped to Wau- kesha, 6-0. The losing streak hung to the squad up to the Homecoming Game. That night the Mustangs played to a nothing to nothing tie with Whitelish Bay. West Milwaukee ' s spirit was never dampened even though they lost the rest of the games in their season. The last game was lost to West Allis, but the team iself gained a moral victory. We-Mi-Hi scored its only touchdown in the suburban conference against West Allis on a sixty-yard drive, led by Jimmy Micale. It is thought that if West Milwaukee would have played as hard all season as they did that night, the Mustangs would not have been in the cellar at the end of the year. The final standings were as follows: W L T Wauwatosa • 6 1 Cudahy 5 1 1 South Milwaukee 4 1 2 Shorewood 4 1 2 West Allis 3 3 1 Whiefish Bay 1 3 3 Waukesha 1 5 1 WEST MILWAUKEE 6 1 JOSEPH WUCHERER, End. Old Reliable Wuck is one of coach Stokke ' s valuable pass receivers. Despite serious injuries, this senior came through and did a fine job of playing. .- u , , ,;,„ „„„„,; GENE MASON Back A speedy ball carrier and a shifty back who can really show his heels to the opposi- tion when he gels in the clear. Lefty Gene ' s never dying spirit will be greatly missed at West Milwaukee next °mMES MICALE fullback. One of the greatest all-round backs West Milwaukee has ever seen or probably ever will see. A hard driver and a great defense man, Mike will be the mainstay of Coach Stokke s varsity ' a ' yNARD ELERTSON tackle. Riot was one of the fastest and roughest men on the team. On defense this versatile man was known for his briUiant way of piling up defense and making tackles that seemed im- possible Elertson ' s faithfulness to the team was done justice when his mates unanimously elected him honorary captain. Riot was West Milwaukee ' s contribution to the ranks of the AH Suburban Dream Team. CARL PAULSEN guard. A junior boy who likes it plenty rough and tumble. Young Paulsen, as his brothers before him, was a large factor in the Une. He has plenty of action in store for him next year. JAMES COLLINS, tackle, was the mainstay of the team as far as kicking was concerned. Ham was lost in the middle of the season through a serious injury inflicted in the knee. Collins is another senior who will be areatlv missed, not only as a good player, but as a fine fellow. ,, „, ,, . ur u ROBERT NICK, center. A senior who has had a plenty tough job centering for old Alma Mater. We hope Coach Stokke will find as capable a man to fill the bill next year. ,,,„., u j i.-  u WILLIAM CRANDALL guard. Bill will finish his high school career of football in June. He proved his worth by his fine tackling and spirit in the line. Bill ' s specialty was submarining on the unsuspecting guards. ROBERT PETRIE, halfback. Hollywood Petrie ' s shiftiness and nice running made him a hard target for opposing linemen to tackle. Bob played most of his varsity games toward the later part of the season. He will ' ROLAND nSCHER, quarter-back. A senior who will graduate in June. A reliable defensive man, hard plunger with the ability to get and go. Fish and his experience will be greatly missed next falL MIKE KALOSH, end. A tall senior who could reach right up there and haul them down. Kiko s great consistency in playing will greatly be missed in the fall. [38] $0 pe. SCORES OF GAMES FOR West Milwaukee West Milwaukee 7 West Milwaukee West Milwaukee West Milwaukee West Milwaukee West Milwaukee West Milwaukee West Milwaukee West Milwaukee 6 Coaches: Schwei and Stokke Lincoln 7 Z ' ' South Division Q Waukesha 6 Cudahy 3 Shorewood 13  ItjA L IIIJII ' ' ' - ' f XSilSir :::::: .; ' A ( : South Milwaukee 13 ' Lf lerse; r . ADOLF PUZACH, center, tackle, a fine fellow who played at more positions than any other boy on the team. Adolf will always be remembered for his vicious tackling and fine kicking. He will graduate in June. , WILLIAM JUHRE, quarterback, one of the few reserves who saw quite a bit of action this year, will be seen again on the West Milwaukee gridiron next year. WILLIAM ANDERSON, quarterback. Much will be expected of this promising, hard-driving back next year, Bill is a smart little general and can use his head in the pinches. LEROY FRIES, tackle. Another senior, who, not because of his inability but because of inexperience, saw little action this season. Frizzle was never caught napping and always did his best. ROBERT BARTH, back. Red was the smallest member of the squad [his year, weighing only 130 pounds. Although handicapped by lack of weight, this little spark-plug never missed a day of practice and was always willing to do his part. GORDON HANSEN, tackle, an alert lineman and a vicious tackier. Next year ' s squad will greatly suffer his loss. Swede ' s words of encouragement always did much to raise the team ' s spirit when the going was tough. JOHN BUSS, guard, tackle. Injuries and inexperience kept this swashbuckling lineman from regular serv- ice this fall. However, when in the game, Nuss was a hard man to keep down, and his fighting spirit was seldom denied. ROBERT WITTERHOLT, back, well known during the football season a a in fense. We hope there is another capable man to fJK ' iE shoes. ROBERT KOPISH, end, had played on Milwaukee. During his playing at We-Mi-j- team. Bob will return to the gridiron next ROBERT PERKO, guard. A sophomore boy whg Although he has been a substitute guardWe has CLARENCE BRISKI, end, is anotbsi ktenior w until a few games into the season. L team dfCicioA tackier fittof a , . year for West , la great asset to the [39] BASKETBALL THOMPSON JAMES MIC ALE: The smooth, backcourt game ot this year ' s team was under the direction of Jimmy Micale, rugged Junior guard. Besides serving as a steadying influence in the backcourt next year, Jim should prove to be quite a potent scorer with his long shots. WALLACE FREDERICKS: Lefty , although an IIB Junior, was a unanimous selection to this year ' s All- Suburban Dream Team. Besides being an All-Suburban man, Lefty also v on second scoring honors in the conference. His antics on the court next year are keenly anticipated by all who follow the Mustang cagers. KENNETH LARSON: The most outstanding new face on this year ' s varsity was Kenny Larson. Ken lived up to the reports of being a natural-born player by playing a smooth high-scoring game. He has the unique distinction of playing every position on this year ' s team. EDWARD MILLS: Midge , as he was known to his teammates, was the outstanding player in the Suburb- an Conference before he graduated in January. During his short season he hung up an individual scoring record which should stand for a long time. DONALD MEARES: Don, a Senior, was a member ot the varsity for the first time this year and was a capable man at the guard position. He improved as the season progressed and was a promising player at the end of the season with his dead long shots. ROLAND FISCHER: Fish , a Senior has been a member of the varsity for the last three years and has al- ways been a reliable man for Coach Thompson to call on when things got tough at the guard post. He was steady, fast, and dead on his push shots which worried many an opponent. The squad will lose a valuable man for next year. MIKE KALOSH: Big Mike , although he lacked varsity experience, was one of the mainstays of the Mus- tang quintet. Mike is a June graduate and his great rebound work will be sorely missed. a- [40] Coach KENDZIORSKI WILLIAM MADIGAN; Bill, better known as Greacy , was a long shot artist. He completed four years of irvice on the Mustang Basketball Squad in January. His keen competitive spirit will be missed by all. WILLIAM COLLINS: His first year on the varsity showed him to be in there fighting along side his teammates at all times. As a forward, Shinola used his hook shot to good advantage and dropped them in to the op- ponents ' disadvantage. He ' ll be back again next year to help We Mi Hi carry on its good records. GEORGE GARITY: George is a forward and was a member of the varsity squad for three years. He is a standard on offense and a potent scoring threat. George graduates in June, thus ending his career as a Mustang athlete. JOE WUCHERER: Joe was one of the cleverest ball handlers on the team. Although he graduated in Janu- ary, Joe was the outstanding defensive man on this year ' s squad and his services were greatly missed in the latter part of the season. HAROLD GROMACKI: Babe has the distinction of being the smallest eager in the Suburban Con ' erence. Despite his size, he is a great scoring threat. Babe is a Junior and should prove to be a valuable asset to next year ' s team. RAYMOND MATZ: A Junior, who is serving his second year as varsity manager, has proved himself to be very efficient and capable. His position carries a great (deal of responsibility and we want to wish him more power to carry out his numerous duties wifh the Mustcaco athletic teams next year. MARVIN SCHROEDER: A graduating S ior, As juarsromplet d two years of service as equipment man- ager for past Mustang squads. His duties hayV-be ' n ragny, cmd Tie performed them nobly. The task of finding someone capable of replacing him wjjjj e e fj V [41] SWIMMING SQUAD The Swimming Team had a fairly successful season, v inning ten out of sixteen meets. Many of the teams competed against were exceptionally strong ones, but the boys made a good showing against them. They ended the season with a fine stand- ing, taking third place in the Suburban Meet and fifth place in the State Meet. Coach CROWLEY The graduation of nine men will be a great loss to West Milwaukee ' s Swimming Squad, Clark Tenant, Edwin Stenson, Erhng Jackson, James Collins, Jack Beinert, Marshall Sperry, Donald Andacht, Franklin Cesar and Robert Crane will all leave We Mi Hi in June, 1940, leav- ing places to be filled from among the following promising members who will return in the fall: Frank Newald, free style; Robert Siesso, Neal La France and Jack Rosewicz, backstroke and Earl Winter, free-style. In addition to those on the picture, the following are members of the squad: Robert Craw, Franklin Cesar, Donald Sommers, Steve Maystorovich, Leonard Paradowski, Myron Mattmiller, Erling Jackson, Edgar Haher, Earl Winter, Larry Loomis, Kenneth Schroeder, Richard Ehrich, William Flintrop, Joseph Larson, Kenneth Ja- gielski, Glenn Stremke, Stephen Clemins, Robert Siesco, Gordon Stelse, Frank Neuwald, Ray Gove, Neal La France, Beverly McHenry and Robert Lewis. Lett to Right: Marshall Sperry, John Rosewicz, Clarence Van Buren, Paul Brenner, James Collins, Jack Bein- ert, Gordon Bechmann, Richard Perko, Donald Andacht, Edwin Stenson, Ted Nordseth, Clark Tenant, Hubert Jackson, Robert Crane. [42] WRESTLING SQUAD RESULTS OF DUAL MEETS Wtst West West West West West West West Milwaukee Milwaukee Milwaukee Milwaukee Milwaukee Milwaukee Milwaukee Milwaukee 15 11 38 50 18 10 31 40 Washington Racine Park South Division St. Charles Washington Racine Park 20 20 8 5 15 27 West Milwaukee 29 V2 South Division 9 Whitewater State Teachers College 22 Alumni . .1372 Stale Champions: 1 — Bill Underdale 2 — John DeWitte 3 — Maynard Elertson. Coach Leahy ' s wrestlers have had the most successful season they have ever experi- enced under his tutelage. They met teams from Washington High, Racine Park, South Divi- sion High, St. Charles, Whitewater Slate Teachers College and, as a feature attraction, chal- lenged the Alumni. The stars of this year ' s team were DeWitt at 115 pounds, Underdale at 95 pounds, and Elertson at tling Meet. Bill Underdale r son ' s record remained first year that the boy Material foA : exceptylmrlfomEjfeqt 175 pounds. These three lads all won honors at the State Wres- lained undefeated in ten matches this season. Maynard Elert- ,until he igfetnn the finals at the State Tournament. This is the ideated Washington High, , . promiaJng .than ev r, ' as dl the boys, with the VIII be back ta carr-yv off i9.cre hfcnors for We-Mi-Hi. ' [43] ' 7 u (x ' n-c ! ' }! . ! . r -Kyt ' n Reservi Basketball Squad Varsity Volleyball Team Ji u.,t,„,JL, ' ' A - JuifUl -V -t i( i 5 « y KENDZIORSKI STOKKE [44] t OA r??0 ' JJt- ' RESERVE BASKETBALL First Row: Ardin Neilzke, Richard Horn, Fred Schwei, Mr. E. Kendziorski, Clarence Briski, Ralph Sharping. Jack Bischoff. Second Row: Leonard Weiss, William Anderson, Andrew Yuvan, John Bartoloth, Joseph Madrinovich, Wil- liam Scale, Eugene Rosche. Third Row: George Johnston, Arthur Kelm, Warren Jennerjahn, Harold Ruehle, Walter Niemczyk, Richard Brown, Harland Knolf. During the season of 1939-40, the reserve basketball squad had its best year under Coach Kendziorski. The team won 15 and lost 4 games to lead the winter sports program. The team is chosen according to individual abilities and willingness on the part of the players as to team cooperation. The members of the team were not exceptionally tall, but had good balance at every position. Although there were no individual stars the players worked well as a unit, and won many games by high scores. Competition consisted of playing against the B teams of the Suburban League as well as the City Con- ference. Several of the boys were promoted to the Varsity at mid-year, namely, Andrew Yuvan, Julius Zauner, Leon- ard Weiss, and Ardin Neitzke. The leading scorer was William Scale followed by Andrew Yuvan and Eugene Rosche. TRACK SQUAD - ! , . • First Row: Gale Guenther, Edward Kastelic, Edward Buss, Leo Gilligan, Jerome Probst, Delph Wiley, Ervin Lemke, Billy Zahn, Leon Elaff. Second Row: James Micale, Kenneth Feustal, Maynard Elertson, Ardin Neitzke, Mike Kalosh, Clarence Briski, Alvin Gloyack, Roland Fischer, Bill Juhre, Kenneth Larson. Third Row: Matt Komatz, Art Niemczyk, Marshall Sperry, Chester Zimmermann, LeRoy Brownell, Ralph Sharping, Myron Matmiller, Martin Roebel, James Collins, Jack Beinert, George Garity, Vern Knolf, Donald Neary, Erling Jackson. Fourth Row: James Grafwallner, Edgar Halter, John Rosewicz, Henry Fox, Harold Ruehle, Robert Kahl, George Johnston, Michael Cesar — Coach, Edwin Skipper, Julius Zauner, Bob Anton, Gordon Matz, John Fugger, Eugene Bolda, Robert Siesco, Larry Schimke. Fifth Row: Roland Peters, Herbert Gehrke, Eugene Rosche, Ruby Yewan, Wally Niemczyk, Bob Senseney, Bill Clifton, Ray Gove, Beverly McHenry, Harvey Badura, George Gaieck, Harry Olson, Martin Stretcher, John Friedrick, Peter Friedrick, Earl Winter. Last year ' s track squad performed very well even though they did not win a single meet. Meets were usual- ly with larger schools or where many schools were competing at the same time. Outstanding performers were Mike Kalosh and Ted Studzinski in the high-jump; Myron Mctttmiller in the dashes; Roland Fischer in the broad-jump; William Schnepp in the high-hurdles and James Collins in the discus. Kalosh, Mattmiller and Studzinski qualified in the District Trials. They competed in class B at the State Meet held crt Madison. This year, Mr. Cesar will have charge and with practically the entire squad from last year back, a suc- cessful season is expected. Included with the above, mention might be made that the hurdles will be well taken care of by K. Larson, C. Briski, A. Neitzke, G. Mcrtz, W. Juhre; middle distance by M. Elertson, R. Witterholt; dashes by A. Gloyeck, J. Grafwallner, E. Buss; pole-vault by E. Mason, E. Skipper, E. Rosche, M. Robel. VARSITY VOLLEYBALL First Row: John Schaefer, Eugene Mason, Ralph Sharping, Bob Petrie, Glen Stremke. Second Row: Paul Davis, Billy Crandall, Delbert Ladwig, Coach, John Buss, LeRoy Brownell, Kenneth Kraft. West Milwaukee ' s Volleyball Squad ended its 1940 season in seventh place. The team ' s defensive game was splendid bu t due to lack of spikers and the loss of valuable men, it was unable to score consistently. Scrim- mags games were fairly successful under the able leadership of John Schaefer. Returning Lettermen to the team next fall are Davis and Stremke. [45] o fl ' a ' f l Intramural Basketball Champs Intramural Football Cheer Leaders BOWYER [46} INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL CHAMPS Lett to Right: Mr. Bowyer, Edward Nolan, Edward Janko, Julius Zauner, Robert Coleman, David Mills, May- nard Elertson. Nine teams competed for Intramural basketball honors, playing two complete round-robin schedules. When the season closed Tennessee, Captained by Robt. Coleman held the top position with the other teams placing in the following order: Team Captain Tennessee Coleman. Notre Dame Budish , Fordham Dayton Won . 14 . 13 . 10 UCLA Madrinovich 9 Arizona Kopisch 8 Marquette Walker 7 Louisiana Nick 5 Harvard Kocs 5 Duke York 2 Lost 2 3 6 7 8 9 11 11 14 Perc. .875 .813 .625 .563 .500 .438 .313 .313 .125 Individual scoring honors placed Wm. Scales on top with a total of 198 points for a 16-game average of 12.4 while Robt. Coleman totaled 176 for a 15-game average of 11.7. INTRAMURUAL FOOTBALL First Row; Matt Komatz, Edgar Halter, Mr. Bowyer, Advisor, George Garity, Franklin Cesar. Second Row: Duane York, Russell Weiss, Donald Jansen, Ervin Laabs, William Underdale. The football phase of the Intramural Program found one hundred boys competing on ten teams. Two games being played each noon-hour. The season ended with Purdue, captained by George Garity, and Minnesota, cap- tained by Babe Gromacki, being tied lor first place, each team having won 8 games while losing one. In the play-off Purdue won 19-13. Standings for the season ' s play: Team Captain Won 1. Purdue Garity 8 2. Minnesota Gromacki .8 3. Michigan Schaefer ,7 4. Ohio State Kienzle 6 5. Wisconsin Zauner 5 6. Northwestern Bauer 4 7. Indiana Andacht 3 8. Iowa Obermayer 2 9. Illinois Schwei 1 10. Chicago Johnson 1 Lost 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 Perc. .889 .889 .778 .667 .556 .445 .333 .222 .111 .111 CHEERLEADERS Lett to Right: Gertrude Lewein, La Verne Benda, June Taddey, Jean Larson, Vasilka Christ, Regina Rogalski, Eileen Bishop. Under the leadership of La Verne Benda, captain of the squad, this year ' s group of seven cheerleaders rounded out a rather successful season of cheerleading. This year ' s squad was green , Capt. Benda being the lone veteran on the squad. Under her expert tutelage the squad received excellent guidance and with six girls returning next year, we should have an experienced squad on hand. With some girls returning next year for 2 or 3 more years of service we have the nucleus of some good squads for quite some time to come. From all appearances, it looks as though the cheerleading department is all set for the next three years, with experi- enced and capable leaders. [47] Sophomore A ' s Girls ' Life Saving Team Lett io Right: Martha Fivehouse, Dorothy Link, Beverly Jacoby, Arleen Roskopf, Adell Tews, Beriha Ernst. 1 ' Hail the champs of the Freshman-Sophomore division of girl ' s basketball! These girls, through hard work and strenuous effort, combined ability and good sportsmanship to claim themselves top-rankers in their division. High scorers among them include Link, Lewko, and Jacoby. Juniors next year, they will be out again striving for another championship. Under the guidance of Coach Haberkorn, an exciting season is anticipated. This year ' s schedule of games was arranged by Myrtle Kneusel, selected chairman of basketball by the Girl ' s Ath- letic Association. ou SOPHOMORE A ' s GIRLS LIFE SAVING Left to Eight: Shirley Cowle, Margaret Holtz, Mary Madrinovitch, Joan Marcelya, Catherine Bolfert, Jane Schultz, Laverne Benda, Mary Belle Glockner, Margaret Fries, Arleen Roskopf, Ruth Radish, Helen Rauscher, Shirley Krueger. Life saving was received with much enthusiasm by the girls this year. Under the instruction of Mr. Crowley, a successful attempt was made to teach the girls various methods of recovery and carrying in the event that a life was at stake. Tests were taken by the girls to determine if they would be able to secure their Junior Life Saving awards. Unfortunately, only two sets of tests were given before the time allotted for this work had ex- pired. However, a continuance of the life saving class in the future would find the following girls ready to take Iheir final test: Madrinovich, Roskopf, Fries, Glockner, Roche, Schultz, Krueger, Rauscher, Cowle, Benda, Nolte, and Kyte. [48] Girls- Volleyball Senior Wildcats GIRLS ' VOLLEYBALL Lett to Right: Alva Bastian, Mary Jayne Webb, Kathleen Waite, Mary Wucherer, Betty Hoflman, Bette Williams. A fine turn-out for this sport gives us the assurance that its popularity will reign for many years at We-Mi- Hi. In the 1939 season the Sophomores turned in a surprising victory over the Juniors to become all-school champions of volleyball. Urged on by the wfill to win, this team, having not as much experience as those teams before it, fought unceasingly to gain the shining glory of championship. SENIOR WILDCATS Lett to Right: Gerda Hochtritt, Marge Kyte, Marge Sletzenbrach, LaVerne Benda, LaVerne Beathalter, Audrey Nolte, Myrtle Kneusel. Capturing the girl ' s intramural basketball championship for the second consecutive year, the Wildcats, seniors this year, have proven that enthusiasm and cooperation have been responsible for their success. Marge Kyte, Audrey Nolte, and LaVerne Benda showed their ability in ball handling and scoring, while Myrtle Kneusel, LaVerne Beathalter, Gerda Hochtritt, and Marge Stetzenbach had an extremely successful season in preventing their opponents from up high scores. The games played in the Junior-Senior division were games of a high caliber, and so were indeed interesting to witness. Officials who judged the games were Kenneth Larson and Harold Gromacki. [49] ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS Marlorie Rose Gilroy During the course of the past year, the Assembly Program Committee has taken a great deal of time to plan worth-while and educational programs for the students of West Milwau- kee High School at a very low cost to each pupil. Marjorie Rose Gilroy, a young air stewardess, came to West Milwaukee High School and told a very inter- esting story about airplanes, the duties and require- ments of an air stewardess, the positions open to young men and women in the flying business, and how they should prepare themselves if they are air-minded. After she presented her program, many a boy and jirl set to thinking of the inviting jobs she pictured which are waiting to be filled by young men and women who are willing to work hard for a good salary. A world-renown animal show is that of Pamahasika ' s Pets, a featured attraction at the Century of Progress in 1933 and 1934. This animal show is the greatest on earth. It features a dog act. Bozo, the trained monkey, Ray Robert ' s trained canaries, gorgeous Macaws from Brazil, several beautiful Cocatoos, and Little Billy, the Bird with the Human Mind, who adds, subtracts, and shows other evidence of rare judgment. Those interested in Science especially enjoyed the Television Lecture and Demonstration by Lewis H. Hoskins. He told the interesting story of the develop- ment of Television, suggested its possibilities from the vocational standpoint, and tried to make it clear to those who were ignorant of the mysteries of this art. In the course of his talk, he televised several of his audience, adding to the interest of this program. To the listeners of such popular programs as Bache- lor ' s Children, Painted Dreams, First Nighter, Mary Marlin, Betty and Bob, and numerous others, Marian Read is a well known character. Miss Read presented a very interesting program during which she gave character sketches of the various periods in dra- matic history. Each type depicted was a definite sym- bol of a specific era. She took us through some seventy- five years of drama in one too short hour. With the aid of a basic costume, wigs and trimming, these famous women became real and live. Jack Raymon, who presented Our Reptile Friends, gave all of us a better knowledge on a subject which we all, more or less, avoid. During the course of his very interesting lecture, fifteen varieties of snakes were brought to the platform and displayed to the audience. Besides his informative lecture, Mr. Raymon entertained us with a display of whip cracking and rope spinning, at which he is an expert. Music lovers indeed enjoyed a program given by Gloria Rodriguez, soprano, a teacher and soloist at the Wisconsin College of Music. With an interpreter giving a synopsis of each song. Miss Rodriguez presented a program of French, Spanish, Italian and German songs in costume, closing with favorites from American operettas. A picture-lecture in natural colors was the presentation of Herbert C. and J. Henry White, ivnn brothers, who spent 8 years in North China. The lecture, given by James Henry White, portrays to us the beauties of such places as the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Hall of Classics, the pleasure resorts of the Emperors, and the Great Wall of China, all of which made known to us facts about places heretofore somewhat vague and mysterious. [50] Lewis Hoskins I -f-iCtll ltUi I Student Senate Social Club Hi-Lights Staff Male Chorus [52] STUDENT SENATE First Row: Sophie Grafenauer, Joe Madrinovich, Dorothy Zickuhr, Mr. Leahy, Advisor, Joseph Wucherer, Bette Williams, Roland Fischer. Second Row: Catherine Powers, Betty Robertson, Jenny Futta, Marion Nikolaus, Shirley Geckler, Janice Ber- nau, Edward Green, LaVerne Leanderson, Eileen Biship. Third Row; Walter Smead, Robert Boerke, William Dayton, Robert Kosmatka, Walter Zarling, Fred Schwei, Lesa Mueller, Alva Bastion. The purpose of the student senate is to serve as medium between the faculty and the student body and to bring about a proper understanding between teachers and students. It also serves as a guide, a form of encouragement and it helps create an interest among all the students in methods of self-government. The senate provides extra curricular activities for those interested in self-government. The senate has the power to present all student petitions, protests, and recommendations to the faculty, to regulate and ma nage all activities delegated by the faculty and has the power to legislate by-laws and regu- lations for the student body. SOCIAL CLUB Ac ion: Leo Gilligan, Betty Robertson, Donald Kilps, Pearl Acker, Roland Fischer, Audrey Nolle, Beverly Mc- Henry, Betty Farley, Eugene Knuettel, Jerome Probst. The Social Club meets every Tuesday morning at 8:00 A.M. in the gymnasium. The purpose of the club is to teach the students Ball Room dancing and to give them an opportunity to get acquainted with each other. It provides forty-five minutes of dancing entertainment. The boys and girls line up on opposite sides of the gym, and the steps are taught and practiced individu- ally by each pupil. A march is played, and the boys and girls march up the center of the gym where they form in two ' s. A phonograph furnishes the dance music and after having played two or three selections, the boys and girls line up again. In this way the boys dance with more than one girl and vice versa. The Social Club extends its most cordial invitation to students interested in joining this club which will give you an opportunity to meet old friends and get acquainted with new friends. We thank the boys and girls for their fine cooperation this past year. HI-LIGHTS STAFF Action; David Mills, Erling Jackson, Edward Nolan, Margaret Kyte, John Schaefer, Evelyn Warras, Betsy Ross, Bernadine Roehl, Mr. Schubert, Advisor. The Hi-Lights, a weekly mimeographed publication, publishes all coming events and the progress of our athletic teams along with the special feature articles. The newspaper sponsors our annual Newspaper Ball and Talent Night. The staff is headed by co-editors John Schaefer and Bernadine Roehl. MALE CHORUS Firsf Row; Fred Taeger, John Dewey, Miss Erickson, Advisor, Orville Carlson, George Garity. Second Row; Leo Gilligan, James Garity, R ussell Weiss, Jack Schmidt, Hugo Erdmonn, Charles Allen, Jerome Probst. Third Row; Andrew Balistreri, Edward Green, Louis Ackermcmn, Herbert Scmdmcmn, Robert Pratt, Ralph Judd. This organization has been founded to further music appreciation among the male students of this school. It provides for good fellowship, cooperation, and the urge to produce good music other than just notes. The activities of the chorus have not been very extensive as yet because of its comparitively short liveli- hood. The members have been active in all events concerning the Mixed Chorus, however, and have many plans for the near future. [53] n o 74 A t I t 4g Girls ' Club Girls ' Glee Club Mixed Chorus M Club [54] GIRLS CLUB First Row: Mary Lewko, Rose Yuvcm, Doris Anderson, Elaine Peterson, Miss Anton, Advisor, LaVerne Ben- da, Bette Williams, Sophie Grafenauer, Amelia Radjenovich. Second Row: Betty Robertson, Lorraine Allen, Elaine Nolan, Jean Larson, Shirley Weber, Mitri Dow, Jenny Futta, Audrey Esters, Adair Bernhagen, Betty Grow, Margaret Holtz. Third Row; Irene Fritz, Janet Wentz, Dorothy Heuser, Martha Fivehouse, Betty Barkley, Marion Schultz, Ar- line Palmershiom, Charlotte Owens, June Taddey, Margaret Guenther, Mary Cannon. Fourth Row; Eleanore Nolan, DeOtis Sherer, Shirley Holvey, Betty Shumaker, Virginia Wauer. Jacqueline Clark, Jean Hall, Inez Wallert, Dolores Sanhuber, Irene McHenry. Fi (h Row; Marvel Berg, Mary Madrinovitch, Dorothy Grafenauer, Corelle Krause, Mary Belle Glockner, Betty Ann Williams, Elaine Taddey, Jean Madigan, Shirley Ringe, Dorothy Greis, Bette Fisher. Six(h Row; Ruth Radish, Regina Rogalski, Bertha Ernst, Gertrude Lewein, Arleen Roskopf, Bernadine Roehl, Audrey Nolte, Margaret Stetzenbach, Margaret Kyte, Betty Kocs, Marian Longhom, Beverly MacDonald. Seventh Row; Martha Poberezny, Bernice Krueger, Betty Gill, Jane Ernst, Lesa Mueller, Jean Ernst, Mary Jonye Webb, Glenore Bensene, Shirley Barnes, Eileen Bishop. To promote social feeling among girls and to develop a spirit of cooperation is the aim of the Girls Club, the social organization of the school. Under the direction of Miss Anton, each activity undertaken by the club has met with success. The traditional Silhouette Dance held on Thanksgiving Eve, the Christmas charity work, the Spring Dance, and the June banquet, at which an engraved cup was presented to the most representative Senior, were the outstanding events of the year. Heading the group were: Elaine Peterson, President; LaVerne Benda, Vice-President; Doris Anderson, Secretary: and Bette Williams, Treasurer. GIRLS GLEE CLUB First Row; Dorothy Schaefer, Carol Tidd, Jean Larson, Miss Erickson, Advisor, Elaine Nolan, Lillian Bednar- ski, Margaret Holtz. Second Row; Betty Fisher, Dorothy Grafenauer, Dolores Guzman, Betty Grow, Betty Robertson, Evelyn Acker- mann, Vasilkc Christ, Irene McHenry. Third Row; Elaine Taddey, Bertha Ernst, Henrietta Hagler, Margaret Sullivan, Eleanore Nolan, Josephine Do- bert, Shirley Lipscomb, Alice Trese ner. Fourth Row; Ruth Bcsse, Ruth Shaikis, Donna Rosenberger, Kathryn Davis, Muriel Baden, Janith O ' Brien, Mildred Quandt, Mae Sageser, Dolores Sanhuber. The Glee Club is an orgcmizaiion devoted to developing the musical talents of We Mi Hi ' s girls. Its purpose is to appreciate good music through singing. This aim is progressing steadily towards its goal under the com- petent guidance of our new music teacher. Miss Erickson. The number of members is not very great but you can be sure every one of them is interested, alert, ready and willing to learn new facts concerning music. During the course of the year the organization has spon:;ored candy and variety sales to pay for expenses incurred. MIXED CHORUS Firsf Row; Dorothy Grafenauer, Shirley Weber, Marion Leissring, Leo Gilligan, James Garity, Miss Erickson, Advisor, Lillian Bednarski, Margaret Holtz, Thelma Scott, Vasilka Chris t, Mary Ann Cesar. Second Row; Martha Fivehouse, Betty Barkley, Delores Guzman, Dorothy Schaefer, Carol Tidd, Betty Robert- son, Elaine Nolan, Jean Larson, Josephine Jcmschitz, Ora Krempel, Geraldine Leissring, Getty Grow, Virginia Delano. Third Row; June Hemes, Bertha Ernst, Betty Fisher, Marjorie Guenther, Henrietta Hagler, Russell Weiss, Charles Allen, Margaret Sullivan, Eleanore Nolan, Josephine Robert, Shirley Lipscomb, Evelyn Ackermann, Charlotte Owens. Fourth Row; Bernice Lukomski, Donna Rosenberger, Elaine Peterson, Kathryn Davis, Muriel Baden, Mary Belle Glockner, Irene McHenry, Janity O ' Brien, Norma Reid, Alice Tresemer, Dolores Sanhuber, Mary Sevenz. Fifth Row; Dale Dufenhorst, Ruth Basse, Ruth Shaikis, Mildred Quandt, Andrew Balistreri, Herbert Sand- mann, Hugo Erchmcmn, Jack Schmidt, Edward Green, Elaine Taddey, Norma Scott, Margaret Kyte, Mae Sageser. Six Row; Helen Rynders, John Dewey, Jerome Probst, George Garity, Ralph Judd, Orville Carlson, FrankUn Cesar, Robert Pratt, Louis Ackermann, Lee Fairchild, Fred Taeger, Myrtle Kneusel. The Mixed Chorus is a musical organization under the direction of Miss Erickson. The object of the organiza- tion is to provide for every student a rich musical experience with a variety of expression; to continue the de- velopment of the voice through free, beautiful, joyous song singing and to have intimate acquaintance with beautiful music. The chorus has entertained at many places during the past year. Some of them performed in entertaining the soldiers at Soldiers Home , caroling among the villagers and taking part in the assembly pro- grams. Some of [he outstanding members of the chorus have had the privilege of singing over stations, WTMJ, WISN, WEMP, WRJN, as soloists, quintets, trios and duets. The greatest event of the year is the district contest, where solos, duets, and ensembles are placed among the other suburban high schools. The officers of the mixed chorus are as follows: President, Dorothy Grafenauer; Vice-President Ralph Judd; Secretary-Treasurer, Delores Guzman; Senior Representative, Charlotte Owens; Junior Representative, John Dew- ey; Sophomore Representative, Marion Leissering; Freshman Representative, Jean Larson. M CLUB First Row; Edward Mills, Carl Paulsen, George G rity, Mr. Bowyer, Advisor, Roland Fischer, James Micale. Second Row; Harold Busish, Kenneth Schroeder, William Scale, Myron Mattmiller, Burton Johnson, Duane York. Third Row; William Crandall, Joseph Madrinovich, William Dayton, Edwin Stenson, Robert Neiland, John Bartoloth. Fourth Row; Mike Kalosh, Robert Crane, William McManus, John Dewey, Martin Raebel, Joseph Wucherer, Maynard Elertson. The M Club, under the very able direction of Mr. Bowyer, is composed of twenty-four boys, twelve Juniors and twelve Seniors. The organization is patterned after the old boys club. The purpose of the club, as stated in its formal constitution, is to help others, and aid in the betterment of West Milwaukee High School. Thus for, activities have been restricted to social get togefhers within the club. Up to this time the club has sponsored one dance which proved quite successful. The club ' s activities are under the supervision of its faculty advisor, Mr. Bowyer, and the student officers The club staff of officers is as follows: President, Roland Fischer; Vice President, George Garity; Treasurer, Carl Paulson; Secretary, James Micale; and Seargent-at-Arms, Maynard Elertson. [55] Girls ' Athletic Associations Wings I German Club Home Economics Club [56] 1 i GIRLS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION First Row: Virginia Zarling, Glenore Bensene, Jeanns Krueger, Margaret Kyte, Myrtle Kneusel, Miss Haber- korn, Adviser, Audrey Nolte, Mary Jayne Webb, Alva Bastion, Shirley Krueger, Donna Rosenberger. Second Row: Muriel Baden, Muriel DeWitte, Dorothy McMurtrie, Carol Tidd, Agnes Laessig, Arisen Musil, Adair Bernhagen, Shirley Cowle, June Wery, Audrey Esters. Third fiow; Mitzi Dovf, Janet Wentz, Viola Egge, Carol Maronn, Marion Leissring, Geraldine Leissring, Doro- thyann Higgins, Marion Quinnies, Tillie Neulrich, Lillian Meyer, Bette Schumaker, Marion Coenen. Fourth Row: Margaret Holtz, Glenna Elder, Dolores Olev inski, June Taddey, Vasilka Christ, Vera Martin, Shirley Lipscomb, Josephine Dobert, Jacquelyn Clark, ShirWe Holvey, DeOtis Sherer, Mary Madrinovitch, Elenor Schop!. Filth Row: Dorothy Link.Inez Wallert, Eleanore Nolan, Elaine Taddey, Marion Druml, Marvel Berg, Amelia Radjenovitch, Dolores Sanhuber, Villia Scheidegger, Olive Brink, Jane Schulz, Mary Wucherer, Gertrude Lewein. Sixth Row; Jean Rubach, Mildred Kneser, Ethel Hinr, Anita Pelligrin, Bernice Fillon, Mary Belle Glockner, Virginia Mauch, Margaret SuUivan, Nell Erjavetz, Eilleen Bishop, June Radtke, Carol Moosburger, Beverly Koenig. Seventh Row: Mary Lewko, Doris Anderson, Adell Tews, Ruth Radish, Bernice Lukomski, Virginia Jurcek, Beatrice Ogrizovich, Bertha Ernst, Eulalia Martin, Catherine Bolfert, Margaret Fries, Marion Lcrybourn, Helen Rauscher. The purpose of the Girls Athletic Association is to encourage all girls to participate in the various acti ities from the standpoint of enjoyment rather than reward and to foster a spirit of cooperation and sportsmanship in all activities. This organization, under the advisership of Miss Haberkorn, has had during the past year sev- eral hikes, roller skating parties, a mixer, candy sales, formal and informal initiations held in September, Thanks- giving and Christmas parties and a sleigh ride party which has now become an annual event. The season is closed with an informal banquet. Points ore given the girls for the various activities in which they participate. For 800 points the girls receive a felt emblem; for 1,500 points, a chenille M ; and for 2,000 points, a gold pin and guard. It is considered a great honor for the members to receive on award from the club. WINGS First Row; Harriet Carver, Emil Skasa, Leo GiUigan, Kenneth Unger, Donald Sommers, Mr. Tangney, Advisor. Second Row: William Banister, Burton Amundson, Lynn Schultz, Harlan Unger, Gordon Stelse, Robert Boerke, Neal LaFrance. Third Row: Howard Poberezny, Beverly McHen.y, David Lynch, Edward Bayler, John Rosewicz, Lee Fairchild, Edward Zynucki. The West Milwaukee High School offers the air-minded boys and girls the membership of the Wings Club. The purpose of this club is to better acquaint the students with the science of Aviation. Aviation is in its infancy, but it is growing rapidly. It is constantly in need of m.en and women to fill its many open positions. Because of the great interest thai the young people of today have in Aviation; clubs are springing up every- where. The Wings Club welcomes all model builders. Interesting discussions cmd diplays take place during (he course of the meeting. Model air plane plans are distributed to regular members. Contests are frequently staged in which one can display the ability of his or her model. GERMAN CLUB First Row; Andrew Yuvan, Fred Taeger, Armand Wolter, Mr. Kramer, Advi sor, George Garity, Fred Schwei, Paul Basilius, Martin Stretcher. Second Row; Mildred Paasch, Agnes Theim, Richcrd Jansen, Shirley Weber, Ervin Lemke, Marion Lsissering, Evelyn Ackermann, Audrey Esters, James Garity, Josephine Dobertinsek. Third Row: Slyvia Kongo, Bette Shumaker, Evelyn Warras, Johanna Schenke, Dolores Sanhuber, Marilyn Par- sons, Shirlee Holvey, Audree Nelson, Raymond Urban, John Friedrich, Irene Coseheer. Fourth Row; Burton Johnson, Paul Brenner, Arthur Wilson, Bernice Lukomski, Anna Jcmka, June Hemes, Leona Meier, Marion Coenen, Herbert Sandman, Kenneth Lasalle, David Lynch. Fifth Row: Kenneth Mahnke, Robert Schwabs, Alois Werner, Richard Brown, Robert Mueller, John Fugger, Jerome Probst, Louis Ackermann, Robert Bauer, Roland Peters, Arnold Binter. The German Club of the West Milwaukee high school serves many purposes. It aims to bring about a better understanding of the German people through presentation of movies, travel talks, and programs on cul- tural subjects. The club also provides opportunities to discuss subjects and follow pursuits which the Gernan instructor does not find time to realize. Many interesting activities were carried on during the year. Miss Ger- trude Tonn of Peckham Junior High School showed colored movies on Germany. The members sponsored a Christmas party in customary German style. A roller skating party was held at the Pallomar skating rink. The outstanding event of the year was the German assembly program in the high school auditorium, HOME ECONOMICS First Row; Arleen Balcken, Ora Krempel, Dorothy Zichur, Bernice Krueger, Thea Knutson, Advisor, Sophie Grafenauer, Roselvn Kosmatka, Rose Yuvan, Barbara Rehberg. Second Row: Betty Ehrlichmcm, Mary Ann Theim, Jenny Futta, Geraldine Leissring, Marion Quinnies, Dor- othy Rudoloh, Betty Shumaker, Mary Cannon, Martha Fivehouse. Third Row: Dorothy Grafenauer, Amelia Radjenovich, Delores Guzman, Dorothy Schoessow, Norma Reid, Johanna Schift, Dorothy Greis, Vasilka Christ, Mary Madrinovitch, Dorothy Link. Fourth Row: Joan Marcelja, Rayline Jung, Adell Tews, Angeline Revelant, Marvel Berg, June Radtke, Karen Solberg, Shirley Miller, Neelis McMahon, Marv Lewko. Under the direction of Miss Knutson, the Home Economics Club has taken interest in a number of events througlySut the year. The club strives to promote better understanding between the home life and the home economics department. One main event, usually held each year, is the state convention at Milwaukee Vocation- al Scjhool in November. This get-together consists of group singing, a program prepared by students of various schgbls, speakers, and last, but not least, refreshments are served. This year the Home Economics Club spon- sored a roller skating party, cup cake sales, and dances after basketball games. It also takes part in the annual combined Christmas party. ,• ' The Home Economics Club has a point secretary who records the number of points for members who have served on committees throughout the year. At the end of the year the seniors receive a pin for the effort and tim.e they spent in making our club a success in all activities. [57] Band Band Council Symphony Orchestra J [58] BAND First Row: Robert Schwabe, John Dewey, Kenneth Sturm, Warren Jennerjahn, Janet Wentz, Henry Ponduro, Advisor, Margaret Kyte, George Garity, LeRoy Brownell, Jeanne Krueger. Second Row: Doris Rynders, Glen Garrison, John Stenson, Harold Spitzer, Lucille Benzell, Josephine Jan- schitz, Wayne Krofta, Robert Krainz, Leslie Lukomski, Clarence Dietterich. Third Row: Caroi Maronn, Geraldine Leissring, Martha Fivehouse, Betty Barkley, James Garity, Charbs Schubert, Marian Schultz, Doris Anderson, Sylvia Kongc, June Hemes. Fourth Row: Corelle Krause, Frank Stenson, Joseph Schauz, Robert Boerke, Joseph Madrinovitch, David Kaertd, James Gaunt, Bronco Ogrizovich, Robert Siesco, Adell Tews, Beatrice Ogrizovich. FHth Row: Mary Jcryne Webb, Wilbert Ewig, Virgin ia Zarling, Eugene Nelson, Glenore Bensene, Walter Radish, Robert Watson, William Anderson, Robert Petrie, Clifford Stutzman. Under the able direction of Mr. Panduro, the high school band has always been highly successful in all its undertakings. They help to entertain the students and outsiders at football and basketball games, Fourth of July, Decoration Day, and on several other occasions. In the spring the high-light of these musicians takes place — the Suburban contest. Most of the members take part in it with either solos or ensembles. The band also com- petes with neighboring schools. For the last few years they have carried away high honors. About four years ago the mothers of the band members organized a club and called themselves the West Milwaukee Band Mothers. They pay for the bands ' uniforms with money made by candy sales, card parties, etc. They also give sweaters to the graduates as a remembrance and in appreciation of their loyal service. BAND COUNCIL Firs( Row: Warren Jennerjahn, Kenneth Sturm, Wilbert Ewig. Second Row; Janet Wentz, Doris Anderson, Mary Jane Webb, Margaret Kyte. The Bond Council is formed for the purpose of maintaining punctuality and regular attendance at rehearsals, lessons, and turn-outs of the Band. It is made up of a group of seven representative Bond members which elect officers the first of each school year. The present officers are: President, Warren Jennerjahn; Secretary, Doris Anderson; Treasurer, Janet Wentz; District Attorney, Wilbert Ewig; Asst. District Attorney, Kenneth Sturm; Speaker, Margaret Kyte; and Librarian, Mary Jayne Webb. The Band Council meets each Monday the eighth hour. They also sponsor a party each year at Christmas time. SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA First Row: Larry Loomis, June Taddey, Harvey Wychoff, Mary Belle Glockner, Kenneth Unger. Second Row: Mr. Kaye, Advisor, Mr. Hotz, Audrey Yunker, Johanna Schenke, Mildred Felske, Carl Paulsen. Third Row: Hubert Sandmann, Andrew Yuvan, Frank Kashak, Steve Hoynik, Harold Schaefer, Mary Valek. The orchestra, while it is the newest of the school ' s musical organizations, and although it has but few mem- bers, is doing good work. In spite of the fact that the group gives few public performances, they had enough experience to achieve first place in their division of the music contest last spring. The members are all stcrunch supporters of the orchestra, willing to give their time and effort to help continue their successful work. Two of the most loyal members, Harold Schaefer and Mildred Felske, will graduate in June, leaving places difficult to fill. Mr. Kaye has been assisted in directing the musicians by Mr. Hotz and Miss Arndt, senior students at the Mil- waukee State Teachers College. FORENSICS First Row: Mr. Peters, Advisor, Ray Gove, Margaret HoUl, Bette Shumaker, Stephen Clemins, William Cran- dall. Second Row: Miss Mary Syriopoulos, Advisor, Mary Kreuser, Isabel Meyer, Betsy Ross, La ' Verne Benda, Miss Becker, Advisor. Third Row: Regina Rogalski, Henry Hammer, Soph ' e Grafnauer, Roselyn Kosmatka, Dorothy Zickukr, Mary Belle Glockner. This group is divided into three parts — oratory, declamation and interpretative readings. It gives students an opportunity to express themselves and to lecrrn how to speak and also on opportunity for private coach- ing and personal help in these three fields so as to develop their abilities in any one of these three groups. Mr. Peters is the chairman and takes ccrre of the Oratory Group. Henry Hammer, Regina Rogalski, Ray Gove and Betsy Ross are members of this branch. Those interested in Declcnnation under Miss Syriopoulos, are Mary Belle Glockner and Margaret Holtz. The third group of Interpretative Reading is under Miss Becker ' s instructions and includes Mary Krueser, Bette Schumaker, Sophie Grafnauer and Roselyn Kosmatka. [59] Letterman ' s Club Archery Club Mixer Orchestra teo} LETTERMAN ' S CLUB First Row: William Madigan, Marshall Speery, Joseph Wucherer, Mr. Schwei, Advisor, Ardin Neitzke, James Micale, Edward Mills. Second Row; Edwin Stenson, Paul Brenner, Myron Mattmiller, Roland Fischer, Wallace Fredricks, John Barto- loth, William Juhre, Robert Petrie. Third Row: James Collins, Gordon Beckman, William Dayton, Donald Andacht, Donald Meares, Carl Paul- sen, William McManus, Martin Raebel, Robert Kopisch. Four(h Row; Adolph Puzack, Clarence Briski, Jack Beinert, Kenneth Larson, Robert Witterholt, Robert Nick, Maynard Elertson, George Garity, John Buss, Arthur Niemczyk. This club is an organization for boys who perform in competitive sports. The membership is limited to those boys who have earned a major letter in some major sport. The major sports include football, swimming, basket- ball and track. The club has been organized by the boys with a constitution and by-laws. The chief object of the club is to get boys to train and cooperate more closely with the faculty and each other. The boys feel it is a step forward in self-government and teaches self-reliance. It is hoped that this organization will create more unity and friendship among the Lettermen and also to create more interest in Athletics and aid in every way possi- ble the athletic program of West Milwaukee High School. The club meets every other Thursday at 3:15. The officers are: President, Maynard Elertson; Vice Presi- dent, Roland Fischer; Secretary-Treasurer, Kenneth Larson. INTRAMURAL BOARD Firs( Row; Mr. Bowyer, Advisor, Ted Scudder, James Nolan, Roland Fischer, William Dayton, Joseph Larson, James Micale, George Johnston. The intramural athletic program of West Milwaukee High School is organized specifically for the purpose of extending the opportunity and satisfaction of participation in sports to all boys within the school. Class representatives making up the intramural board are: Seniors, Roland Fisher and Maynard Elertson; Juniors, James Micale and William Dayton; Sophomores, Joe Larson and George Johnston; and Freshmen, James Nolan and Teddy Scudder. It is the duty of the intramural board to aid in the administration of the program by selecting the various sports to be included, the awards to be given to the winning teams, captains for the various teams, to handle the officiating and to emphasise good sportsmanship and fair play at all times. ARCHERY CLUB First Row; Mr. E. Kendziorski, Advisor, LeRoy Rief, Edgar Haher, Gordon Stelse, Kenneth Kraft, Dorothy Zickuhr. Second Row; John Zawerschnik, Raymond Zingsheim, Howard Angle, June Taddsy, Isabel Meyer, Paul Davis, William Zohn. Third Row; John Friedrich, Herbert Sandmann, John Fugger, Stephen Clemins, John Rosewicz, Robert Fug- ger, Martin Streicher. The purpose of this club is to enhance the spirit of good fellowship, to develop coordination between body and mind, providing for better accuracy and sureness in other activities. It serves as cm outlet just as do athletics, hobbies or art and offers a certain fascination in its operation that no other sport of this type can give. It is not something that con be partially done in order to achieve best results. The activities of the club range all the way from novelty shooting to actual tournament shooting with com- petitive groups as well as within the club itself. Throughout the winter months the making of tackle is in pro- gress. The officers are as follows: Advisor, Mr. Kendziorski; President, Herbert Sandmann; Vice President, Martin Streicher: Sargent at Arms, John Freidreck. MIXER ORCHESTRA First Row; David Haertd, Warren Jennerjahn, Franklin Cesar. Second Row; Harvey Wychoff, William Anderson, Clarence Dietterich, Kenneth Sturm, Wilbert Ewig, Albert Kramer, Advisor. The purpose of the mixer orchestra is to provide dance music for the various dance functions sponsored by the student social organizations of the West Milwaukee High School. The members thus obtain practice in playing many of the modern dance arrangements and so ore able to assume positions later on in dance orches- tras throughout the city. Outstanding dances at which the mixer orchestra has played during the past year were the G.A.A., the Girls ' Club, and the Student Senate. In addition the orchestra played several functions sponsored by the West Milwaukee Lions Club. Warren Jennerjahn is director of the orchestra and Albert Kra- mer is faculty sponsor. [61] Student Court Gym Monitors Mixed Chorus Executive Board [62} STAGE HANDS Lelt to Right: Mr. Kendziorski, Adviser, William McManus, Edward Mills, Walter Smead, Robert Mueller, Roland Fischer. West Milwaukee has one of the most modern audiloriums of all the Suburban High Schools. It has a com- plete lighting system and a large stage. The stage hands, under the direction of Mr. Kendziorski, have made some very professional-looking scenery for the stage. The crew consists of Walter Smead, Robert Mueller, Ro- land Fischer and Edward Mills and William McManus, who graduated in February. Some of the outstanding features of our auditorium ore the above mentioned scenery, a portable talking picture machine, and the seating arrangement accomodating 800 people, air-conditioning, and a modern switch- board for operating the lighting system. STUDENT COURT Lett to Right: Dorothy Zickuhr, William Dayton, John Dewey, Walter Zarling, Joseph Wucherer, Roland Fischer, Bette Williams. The Student Court is the highest representative student body in the school. The student judges must have and maintain a high scholastic average during their term of office. The purpose of the Student Court, is not to subject student offenders to punishment, but rather to correct the attitude of the students and to aid them in the reestablishment of their positions as good citizens in school. The Student Court is proud of the success which it has achieved, for in the past year, it has never been forced to ask for the assistance of the office in deciding the cases of student offenders. The Student Court is composed of two groups, the Junior Court and the Senior Court. The Junior judges are Betty Kocs, John Dewey and Bette Williams and the Senior judges are Roland Fisch- er, William Dayton, and Sophie Grafenauer. The court is supervised by Walter Zarling. GYM MONITORS First flow; Marion Quinnies, Tillie Neulrich, Dorothy Schoessow, Dolores Sanhuber, Bette Williams, Jose- phine Dobert. Second Row; June Taddey, Dolores Hudy, Jean Greis, Ella Bachmann, Lucille Matossion, Donna Rosenberger, Myrtle Kneusel. The gym monitors are a group of girls selected from the junior and senior classes. There are two girls for each class. They take roll call, assist in class work, helping in the teaching of swimming as well as gym work. The girls must assume any responsibility selected for them with willingness and true spirit. The gym monitors are under the supervision of Miss Haberkorn. MIXED CHORUS EXECUTIVE BOARD Left to Right: Jean Larson, Marion Leissring, Dorothy Grafenauer, Dolores Guzmann, Charlotte Owens, Ralph Judd, John Dewey. Officers and members of the executive board of the Mixed Chorus have various duties. Among them are the selection of music, planning of social programs, and promoting an interest in music. The success of the group is measured by faithful attendance at rehearsals and the careful training the members receive. Music in any form is an emotional outlet and binds people of all races and creeds into a brotherhood. [63} JUNIOR PROM In our modernisticallY decor- ated gymnasium, the color scheme carried out in black and white, those attending the an- nual Junior Prom enjoyed an evening of dancing to the music of Jack Rael and his orchestra. Here King Roland Fischer, unanimously chosen by his fel- low classmates and the Queen of his selection, Audrey Nohe, led the Grand March which is the hi-light of this affair. The Court of Honor was made up of Dolores Guzman, Shirley Stor- dock, Shirley Weber, and Lois Deiter escorted by Maynard Elertson, Jack Beinert, George Garity, and Robert Crane, re- spectively. The guests of honor for the evening were Mr. and Mrs. Mathew Barkley, Mr. and Mrs. William Stutzman, Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Lemay and Mr. and Mrs. John Zawerschnik. This popular annual event is planned entirely by the Junior Class with the asssistance of Mr. Tangney, faculty adviser. The various committees have complete charge of planning a delightful and entertaining eve- ning for those attending. [64] Fhsl Row: William McManus, Edwin Slenson, Business Manager; Bernadine Roehl, Associate Editor; Mr. Sowle, Advisor; Dolores Bennett, Editor; George Garity, Robert Crane. Second Row; Bette Wolfgram, Ruth Rotzraann, Maiy Kreuser, Pearl Plutschack, Isabel Meyer, LaVerne Ben- da, Mary Ann Cesar, Mildred Kneser. Third Row; Jean Rubach, Sophie Grafenauer, Audrey Mae Nolle, Margaret Kyte, Loraine Mecikalski, Elea- nore Halter, Dolores PauU, Ann Baranek. Fourth Row; Roland Fischer, Dorothy Zickuhr, Robert Neiland, Mildred Ratzmann, Bernice Krueger, Robert Petrie, Marshall Sperry, Arthur Niemczyk. WE MI HI STAFF The duty of the entire Wemihi staff is one of constant effort and minute detail. A great deal of individual effort must be put forth to bring the separate units into a concrete whole. One of the task s that demands constant perseverance on the part of twenty members of the staff is to visit home rooms and accept subscriptions. This subscription campaign lasted over a period of three months. Cooperation on the part of the student body is essential. The snapshot section of this year ' s book should prove interesting. Every possible means was employed to obtain snapshots. The staff used their own cameras, collected, and borrowed snapshots over a long period of time, in order to have a choice of just which ones should be placed in the book. The advertising committee, composed of the three executive officers, Dolores Bennett, Bernadine Roehl, Edwin Stenson and Mr. Sowle spent many hours out- side of school time to sell advertising, collect copy, and collect the money for the ads. This is an essential part of financing the book. Credit must also be given where it is cer- tainly most due — to Mr. Sowle, our a d v i s o r . Without his cxjpable as- sistance, the jaff would have been djJa loss as where to he CALENDAR . . . SEPTEMBER 6. 15. 15. 15. 22. OCTOBER 13. 20. 24. 27. NOVEMBER 1. 2-3 DECEMBER School opens with more freshies than Sophomores, luniors, and Seniors put together ! ! ! It seems. First football game of the season. Did we wm? Wrong. We lost. Pep assemblies— did you say freshies couldn ' t holler, well how about it Jeannie? Hi-Lights issued with columns filled with oodles of gossip- Second football— game (?). Guess what? We lost. 10. 16. 23. 24. 29. 30. 15. 18. 22. -Tish tish. Would you know it? We lost another game with Shorewood. (Doesn ' t count) Character Day— and what a day ! ! ! Homecoming program held out in the fresh-air. The game? No, we didn ' t get rained out, we tied— that ' s something. Fine turn-out at the dance, boy! can Ewig swing it. Oh ! oh ! Bad news greets us. (Report cards issued) Calhng all pillows. Played Wauwatosa, no need to tell you we didn ' t win ! ! ! Football game with South Milwaukee. Sh ! Sh ! (we did not win; Dance after the game. What a reUef not to hear ma lioller, Get up Johnny, it ' s time for school. (Teachers convention) . ,,. d j t ■ • Most interesting assembly given by a most interesting person. Miss Read, lea given in her honor by Speech classes. (Went over big with the girls but oh ! did you ask about ths tjovs ) Football game played with our neighbor. West AUis. Even though we lost, we scored our firsi touchdown of the season. (Something to talk about.) Had an assembly. Greatest animal show in the world. Isn ' t that what they said about the other one? All Democrats celebrated our first Thanksgiving. The day after our first Thanksgiving. OH 1 OH ! my stomach. First basketball game played and the Silhouette Dance. Did you basketball players ever miss something. Oh ! Joy. Another Thanksgiving ! Three more days to recuperate. 1 Swimming meet with West Allis. Did we win or did we win ! ! ! Basketball at Whitefish Bay Oh ! Mills, what would we do without you? The excitement of receiving class rings. Oh Boy ! we ' re on our way out. (We Oh happy— I mean Merry Christmas ! ! One whole week to breath freely. hope) JANUARY 2. 10. 17. 19. 22. 29. Oh ! Gee, must we come back to school? My what droopy looks. Annual pictures taken. We wonder who broke the camera this time. Oh ! what a snaky assembly. Where was Miss Becker? (She wasn ' t the same for days) Another assembly. Well, we ' re not kicking. Why the look of seven days rain on everyone ' s face? You guessed it. EXAMb. Beginning of the last-lap for the seniors. FEBRUARY 6. Assembly. (Air Hostess) Cute, wasn ' t she ! ! ! 23. Sophomore assembly. More talent than the seniors, (almost) 28. Speaker on was it vocations or vacations? 29. Leap year day — did you leap at the chance girls? MARCH 8. Junior assembly ! ! ! Was my face red. Was it Dewey? 21 Last day of school ! (False alarm, it ' s only until after Easter) 29. Let ' s hope this is the last of March winds so we can prepare for April showers. May flowers, and stuff. APRIL 5. Freshman assembly. Ha, ha ! 20. Commercial Contest. Is it Elaine again? 22-27 Senior Theatre Party. How many tickets did you sell? 25. Open House. Please, Ma and Pa, don ' t gel too friendly with the teachers. 27. Music Festival. Here we come with the bacon. (We hope) MAY 7. Report Cards. Need there be any more said ? ? ? ? 18. Junior Prom. Who ' s crowning the king? 24. Senior Class Play. June Mad Was she mad? JUNE 1. The day after May 31. 6. Who said the seniors couldn ' t study. (Not saying what) 7. Senior Day ! And it most certainly will be senior day. 13. Graduation exercises. What ' s that funny feeUng in our throats? 14. And now we conquer the world. (We hope) [66] Tea.tuta6 Mermaids (?) Seeing the World Future housewives (?) Is that where he lives? Learning the tundamentals Careful, there! Stenogs (Some day) Mr. Leahy ' s pals Keep to the right! [68] Supermen (?) Silence is golden Mr. Crowley ' s scientists Fundamentals of speech Do-re-mi-ta-so, etc. Sewing circle Helping hands Our Pride and Joy ' Perk at work Flying lingers [69] WEST MILWAUKEE AMD POINTS EAST YOU GUESS WHO. ' I [71] s. ' M ■W ONCE UPOM A TIME ' CANfDlD '  ' ' CAMERA [73] A TRIBUTE TO JANET WENTZ West Milwaukee ' s First Drum Major We herewith wish to pay tribute to one who has done much to merit it. She is one whom we all know and admire — West Milwaukee ' s first and foremost Drum Major, Janet Wentz. Janet started this work while in the seventh grade of Pershing School. Through hard work and many hours of practice, she aspired to accomplishments which mark a fine drum major. Her nimble finger and dexterity in handling the baton are admired by all who have seen her in action. Many honors have been bestowed upon her during the time she had been drum major at West Milwaukee High School. At the annual Wisconsin State Music Contests, first place for five consecutive years was her award. She placed first in the Veterans of Foreign Wars competition. At present, she is Drum Major for the Milwaukee County Drum and Bugle Corps and in 1939 was chosen West Milwaukee ' s Lion ' s Club twirler at Pittsburgh, Penn- sylvania. Recently she won first place in an amateur show sponsored by the Riverside Theatre, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, adding this distinction to her long lists of accomplishments. She is soon to compete in the 1940 American Legion National Convention in Boston, Massachusetts, and we know everyone will be rooting for her to keep her record high and carry off great honors again. In June of this year, Janet will leave West Milwaukee High School. We will miss her and her brilliant performances as Drum Major with the high school band. A picture of her, splendidly arrayed in her very appropriate uniform, appears in the advertisement of Robert Wm. Wentz, her father in this book. Janet of W.M.H.S. 1932-1940 KEEP IN STEP WITH THE TIMES BY MODERNIZING Roberf Wm. WENTZ Plumbing Heating Contractor Phone Mitchell 1672 Residence 3903 West Scott St. [74] WILBUR LUMBER COMPANY 7919 W. NATIONAL AVE., WEST ALLIS PHONE - - - - GREENFIELD - - - - 1210 Lumber .... Coal .... Building Materials RINAS FOOD SHOP QUALITY MEATS AND GROCERIES 5303 W. Greenfield Avenue OR CHARD 4256 G. Cj. palcJin G- 8ics. 709 W. WATER STREET DALY 2424 ATHLETIC OUTFITTERS WHOLESALE ONLY SPECIAL PRICES TO STUDENTS F. J. Borgwardt Sons INC. Funeral Directors 1817 W. National Ave. MI tchell 8830 [75] KURI ELECTRIC SHOP Wiring and Fixtures Electrical Contracting and Repairing Phone GReenficld 6115 Milwaukee, Wis. W E believe in the child as the inspiration of today, and the hope of tomorrow. West Milwaukee Parent-Teacher Association BIGGS RESTAURANT JACK AND LAURA Anything in the Line of Eats SPECIAL PLATE LUNCH 25c 4805 W. NATIONAL AVENUE ORCHARD 9755 OPEN FROM 6 A.M. TO 1 .A .M. VICTOR A. NOWAK COMPANY Stylists of Class Rings, Club Pins, Athletic Awards, and Invitations 210 West Michigan St. MA rquette 4618 [76] MILWAUKEE COUNTY BANK 7000 W. Greenfield Ave. MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES ANTON ' S • FOOD • STORE 4600 W. Beloit Road WITTIG FUEL CO. 4202 W. Greenfield Ave. West Milwaukee, Wis. MI tchell 7140 COAL, COKE, CHARCOAL, FUEL OIL FIREPLACE FUEL Bring Your Mechanical Troubles Phone MI tchell 1244 HENSLEY HARDWARE CO. Keys made while U wait Locksmithing Lawn Mowers Sharpened 4331 West National Ave. [77] PHONE ORCHARD 3223R ARTHUR W. BUBLITZ WATCH — CLOCK — JEWELRY REPAIRING 1548 South 52nd Street Milwaukee, Wis. Plumbing — Heating — Appliances FREE-MAN STOKERS JOHN J. ZAWERSCHNIK (One of the oldest established firms in West Milwaukee) Corner S. 47th and W. National Phone Mitchell 5481 COMPLIMENTS OF THOMAS KATTNIG A GOOD BANK West AUis State Bank LET US SERVE YOU MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION [78] VOTH 8C ANDERSON, INC. FUNERAL DIRECTORS Phone MI tchell 7108-7109 2427 West National Avenue GREETINGS TO THE GRADUATES OF 1940 Compliments of WEST MILWAUKEE LIONS CLUB LIBERTY — INTELLIGENCE OUR NATION ' S SAFETY HUEBSCH LAUNDRY CORP. QUALITY LAUNDERERS DRY CLEANERS 1716 No. ARLINGTON PLACE DA LY 3480 We Own and Operate Our Dry Cleaning Plant PHOXE MITCHELL 4905 m-- SCHNEIDER PRINTING CO. Complete Printing Service Since 1918 4916 W. GREENFIELD AVE MILWAUKEE . WISCONSIN [79] Congratulations and Best Wishes TO THE GRADUATING CLASS OF 1940 from ERDMANN ' S ASSOCIATED FOOD STORE Phone OR chard 4026 5201 W. Beloit Rd. American Soda Water Company Manufacturers of CARBONATED BEVERAGES in 71 2, 12 and 24 oz. bottles also of SQUIRT, CHEER UP and WONDER ORANGE Give our beverages a trial and be convinced of their superior quality. 4424 W. Mitchell St. Mitchell 7054 Joseph Schauz, Jr., President Compliments of Degentesh Brothers Company COMBUSTION STOKERS office and yards So. 33 rd St. W. Forest Home Ave. COAL, COKE, FUEL OIL BUILDING MATERIAL OFFICE PHONES: MI tchell 0120—0121 [80] COMPLIMENTS TO THE STUDENTS OF THE WEST MILWAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL AND GRADUATING S-ENIORS West Milwaukee Doctors and Dentists [81] RAMSEY ' S PHARMACY 5300 West Greenfield Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin GcnaiatulaticHS To the Graduating Class . . . . of Q . FROM A FRIEND Memories live again when you ' Say it with Flowers ' FROEMMING BROS. Florists Flowers Telegraphed to all parts of the worid 1212-19 W. Mitchell St. Cor. Forest Home Ave. Greenhouses Hales Corners lOO-J-2 [82] To the Class of I g4o Congratulations Allis-chalmerS MILWAUKEE -WISCONSIN [83] BROUWERS 7223 W. GREENFIELD AVE. WEST ALUS, WISCONSIN •THE HOME OF RESEARCH FOOTWEAR To Be Homelike is the first duty of a funeral home. The mortuary establish ' ment that is not home-hke, is not capable of giving the service that it should. We have taken great care to make our funeral home a comfort- able, restful, temporary home for those who call upon us. .rmenc runera I , I 5325 W. Greenfield Ave., Home • Mitchell 1331 For Economical Transportation Phone GReeniield 6461 YUNKER-HANSEN CO. (CHEVROLET) DIRECT FACTORY DEALER— NEW AND USED CARS 7326 West Greenfield Avenue West Allis, Wisconsin [84] BRUGGER BROS. MERCHANT TAILORS LARGE SELECTION OF WOOLENS TO CHOOSE FROM WE MAKE GOOD CLOTHES TO ORDER FIRST CLASS CLEANING, PRESSING REPAIRING TeL ORchard 6986 1028 South 46th Street Compliments of WEST POPCORN CO. Delicious Full Popped Popcorn Tasty Caramel Corn 4939 W. Greenfield Ave. ORchard 6462 It Pays To Look Well ROY ' S BARBERS Ready to render a complete Courteous — Barbering Service 1006 S. 46th Street Union Barbers [85} Fish Fry Friday Night Sandwiches at All Times Phone OR chard 4016 Chicken Fry Saturday Night Kuglitsch ' s West Milwaukee Arcade BOWLING — DANCING 1403 S. 44th Street Kuglitsch Bros., Prop. COMPLIMENTS TO THE 1940 Graduating Class FROM A West Milwaukee Industrial Company Ford Mercury 8 Lincoln-Zephyr V12 Three Quality Cars MERTZ-KNIPPEL CO. W. Greenfield Ave. at So. 76th St. [86] Taste Tells You IT ' S The Fresh Cream Ice Cream Served in our Cafeteria Compliments of CARROLL THEKAN ATTORNEYS-AT-LAW 6042 Plankinton Bldg. MArquette 3545-46 A Complete Stock of the BEST IN ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT COLLEGE ATHLETIC SUPPLY CO. 751 N. Plankinton Ave. Best Wishes DEWEY F. SLOCUM NATIONAL SERVICE STATION Your new TEXACO dealer ORchard 4883 49th 8C W. National Ave. [87} Stokol Coal Stoker AUTOMATIC HEAT Least Expensive Most EUicient MANTEI SHEET METAL WORKS 4522 W. Greenfield Ave. Phone Mitchell 3114 SUMMER TERM Opens: June 24 and July 8. | Be ready for a position three months sooner by starting in Summer School rather than wait- ing until Fall. SUMMER COURSES A ' Career Courses . . . Secretarial. Accounting, Business Administra- tion, Civil Service. Pre-College Course ... in short- hand and typewriting. ' Advanced Courses for High School Commercial graduates. O Over 700 position calls in the past twelve months. FREE BULLETIN A Describing employment oppor- tunities and explaining courses, summer activities, and special ' lectures, sent on request. COLLEGE. Inc. G06 East Wisconsin Avenue Phone MArquetle 0880 ORchard 8689 WEST MILWAUKEE FOOD MARKET WE DELIVER 473 ' ) West National Ave. Milwaukee, Wis. [88] JAMES J. ARNOLD Attorney-At-Law JUSTICE OF THE PEACE — WEST MILWAUKEE The confidence you placed in us when you awarded the contract for printing the 1940 We Mi Hi — inspired our entire organiza- tion to cooperate with your editors — using every skill of our Master Craftsmen to pro- duce for you the finest Annual you have ever had. To the editors — the faculty — the graduates and the entire student body — we thank you for this wonderful inspiration. Broadway Press Creators o i Fine Annuals 435 N. Second Street Milwaukee, Wis. 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