West Salem High School - Neshonoc Yearbook (West Salem, WI)

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■a commEncEmEnr proqram SUNDAY, MAY 27 Baccalaureate Sermon.........................Rev. 0. Ottersen Norwegian Lutheran Church FRIDAY, JUNE 1 Commencement Exercises, Congregational Church, 8:00 P. M. March Invocation...................................Rev. Kroonemeyer Selection...........................High School Glee Club Salutatory................................Erma Sandman Vocal Solo..........................Mrs. Karl Ituppenthal Commencement Address . . . “The Quest of the Best'’ Prof. H. M. Armstrong, Univ. of Oklahoma Violin Solo...............................Mrs. Archibald Presentation of Diplomas . . . Prin. D. E. Peters Valedictory, Class Farewell .... Irene Rhodes Senior Class Poem We thought we’d be glad to finish, But now when we’re nearly through Down deep in our hearts there is sadness And we just can’t help feeling blue. Soon we’ll be scattered far and wide; Scattered like stars in the velvet sky. Like stars may we shine in our future work! ’Tis then we’ll remember the West Salem High. Perhaps in the past we have made some mistakes; Let’s begin right now with all in our power To make this old world just a little bit better— Don’t plant a weed where there should be a flower. Ever Onward! Let us live up to our motto When we enter life’s school on the morrow, We have the courage, strength and ambition— These are things you can’t buy, beg or borrow. Leaving will not be pleasant On the night we graduate, Old school, count us with your supporters, We, the Seniors of’28.

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.. I...........HI. ••• •11.1..Ill ...M0 SENIORS iimiiimiiimiMiiiiimmiiiiiaiiMiiiiMiimiiiiiimmimiimi MINNIE SEKGER “Min” Glee Club 3, 4 Declamatory 4 Her eyes are bright, her feet are light, Tell her where there’s a dance tonight. El.DA SELEBREDE Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Always in a hurry but never in baste DOROTHY SMITH “Smitty” Girl Scouts 1, 2 Declamatory 2 Junior Play Senior Play “The good die young, so why need 1 worry?” MARJORIE STORANDT “Hans” Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 She always gets her lessons, Declamatory 2, 3, 4 which isn’t a bad idea after all. Junior Play Senior play LUELLA WEDEK1NG Glee Club 2, 3, 4 Better not be there at all, than not have something new for every occasion. MARION WILSON “Governor” Girl Scouts 1, 2, Glee Club 2, 3, 4 Senior Play “I’m here for work and I think I’m surely getting it.”

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.. tlilll I III MIIM M11M ■ IMIM11 11 Mil III! III! I ■ I iQ SENIOR ACTIU1TIES ••••••••••••••••• MIMMMMfiMIIIIlM Ml ••••••••••••• ••••••! I SENIOR CLASS HISTORY In 11)24 over forty Freshmen enrolled in the West Salem High School. The traditional “greenness of freshies” was not as prevalent in this class as in some, for they were accustomed to high school discipline and mannerisms having spent their seventh and eighth grade years in the assembly room. Every member of the class survived the terrors of initiation and harbored rising hopes for the future when he might wreak his vengeance on the following Freshman class. Among other pleasant memories of our Freshman and Sophomore years are various sleigh-rides, picnics and class parties. In 1926 Marjorie Storandt won first place in the district declamatory contest and Frederick Meyer won first place in the district extemporaneous speaking contest. The same two contestants placed in their junior year and Frederick in his Freshman year. Entering upon our Junior year, the responsibilities resting upon our shoulders grew more numerous. The play presented by the Junior class in 1927 was “The Little Clodhopper,” a comedy in three acts. Under the satisfactory coaching of Miss Lujean Colby and Miss Myra Wilcox and with the cooperation of the entire class the play was a great success. The greatest social function of the Junior year was the prom. The preparation for this event was placed in the hands of several committees under the supervision of the chairman, Frederick Meyer. Roseland was rented for the evening and converted into a veritable fairyland. Roses, pink and white, peeped forth from the lattice adorned windows and nodded a cheery welcome to each gaily whirling couple. Suspended from the ceiling were groups of vari-colored balloons and streamers. On each window ledge a colorful flower box was arranged. A punch stand of unique design was constructed near the entrance and was presided over by a group of Junior girls. Everyone present spent an enjoyable evening and pronounced the prom a great success. Janet Lee was our efficient Junior president and succeeded in maintain- ••••• ihim«••!••••••• imiaiai« ... ing order and keeping everyone present in class meetings until adjournment was in order. Leila Bechtold was vice-president and Willis Klus-man was secretary and treasurer. The Junior-Senior picnic was held at Hokah, Minnesota on June 10, 1927. After a delicious picnic dinner, an enjoyable afternoon was spent in boating, swimming and dancing. The final event of the day was a weiner roast. Advancing to the “high and mighty” position of seniors we organized at the beginning of this year with the following officers: Vernon Knudson, president; Janet Lee, vice president; Willis Klusman, secretary and treasurer. Mr. Peters and Miss Lound are our class advisors. We were sorry to lose one of our classmates, Bruce Taylor, but according to the law of compensation, something lost, something gained, we received into our ranks— “A brilliant, smiling, intelligent boy His aunt’s delight and his classmates’ joy.” Harry Baker! The Seniors sponsored the first high school mixer of the year. This type of social event greatly interested all students and was taken up by the underclassmen. Much of the talent of the following mixers was furnished by the seniors. The publication of this paper, which is a new idea in this school, was started by this class. After many heated discussions concerning the commencement attire, which nearly culminated in pugilistic encounters, Mr. Peters suggested that we solve the problem of wearing caps and gowns. A vote was taken and the majority readily acquiesced. We feel that if we are to present a true class history we must admit defeat in the Inter-Class Basket Ball Tournament. The athletic prestige of our class was upheld by the three senior members of the regular basket ball squad, who were “Knute”, the dependable captain, “Klusy” Salem’s wonder man, and “Art”, the reliable guard. Our cheer leader, Frederick Meyer, was also a senior. We also hope to have a number of seniors on the track team. The senior girls showed their appreciation of the good ..................................Mill! tlllllllM work of the team by giving a banquet for them anti their co-workers. We, the Seniors, who have learned by experience, wish to give a few words of advice to the underclassmen: (1) You cannot graduate unless you WORK. (2) It is fatal to cultivate that look of intelligence which you THINK will deceive the teacher. (3) Avoid whispering marks—the special exams are hard. (4) Do YOUR part in all school activities. (5) Above all, make up your mind that you are going to FINISH. We hope that we have made a success of our high school career and that we have taken advantage of every opportunity which would broaden our education; we hope that the characters we have built are of the highest type, and we hope that we will make the best use of our education in future life. There is a touch of sadness in our hearts, and tears in our eyes as we now bid you, our dear Alma Mater, a fond farewell. SENIOR BANQUET Tuesday evening, April 24th, the parents of the seniors gave a banquet at the high school. One hundred and twenty-five guests were present, including the class of 1928, the faculty, school board, and several friends of the members who were unable to attend. The lower hall was very attractively decorated in yellow and white crepe paper. Yellow roses and yellow candles made the tables exceptionally beautiful. An elaborate dinner was served with Mr. Peters as toastmaster. He called on Rev. Schwartz, Miss Richardson, Erma Sandman, Janet Lee and Owen Anderson for toasts. After the dinner a program was given in the gymnasium. The seniors take advantage of this opportunity to again thank the parents for making this banquet possible. (’lass Motto—Ever Onward (’lass Colors—Yellow and white (’lass Flower—Yellow Rose