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

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4th Row—A. Raymer, R. Gereaux, E. Haaland, M. Furchtenicht, J. Kopp, W. Fox, J. Mau, S. Drake, C. Wehrs 3rd Row-—W. Carlson, R. Ender, J. Hougen, W. Pralle, A. Walters, J. Wehrenberg, V. Bergum, L. Stel-loh, M. Stuckenschmidt 2nd Row—G.‘ Ender, F. Whiteberg, G. Gullickson, D. Mades, D. Gensch, R. Wehrs, M. Lee, C. Caulum, J. Burbach, B. McClintock 1st Row—M. Eggen, F. Geraux, Mr. Rowe, R. Anderson, W. Schomberg, A. Sprain, M. Graff, B. Ender, G. Rhodes, B. Mikkelson fyn Llune t On September third a timid group appeared for enrollment at West Salem High School. Simultaneously the war-whoop, Frosh, thundered through the halls, and the ever unrelentless upper classmen swooped in for the kill, or so thought those who bore the brunt of all the merrymaking. It was an eventful month packed with new acquaintances, new books, and new experiences. Initiation day, October 25, found the class feeling rather silly. Girls in shorts, men's shirts, and aprons worn backwards graced the classrooms; boys illustrated the correct attire by donning nightgowns, overshoes, earrings, and an ample supply of perfumed make-up. Dolls added a smart touch. When baseball season rolled around, William Carlson, Marshall Graff, John Hougen, Jerry Kopp, Allen Waiters, Jerry Wehrenberg, and Ronald Wehrs were active participants. William Schomberg volunteered to work on the news staff in addition to representing the Freshmen, along with Elizabeth Haaland and Carol Wehrs, on the Student Council. Many girls belong to the F. H. A while the boys have formed a club similar to the F. F. A., the Freshmen Cubs. The class is well represented in Band and Glee Club. The class of 1950 has made a good beginning. Page Eighteen

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3rd Row—K. Buol, R. Guliickson, J. Wedin, R. Lee, R. Strauss, W. Olson, R. Jostad, L. Hoff, D. Tank, B. Hesse 2nd Row—J. Metzger, D. Knudson, D. Severson, J. lndahl, J. Rhodes, E. Johnson, S. Koopman, B. Har-men, R. Raymer, G. Wehrenberg 1st Row—D. Tournade, J. Huxsahl, D. Hoff, K. Diekroeger, Miss Hughes, Miss Brown, B. McEldowney Bojxliamosi i The fall of 194R found the Sophomores playing host to the Frosh in the renowned initiation mixer. They must have remembered that only a short year ago they, too, as Freshmen, had gone through this supreme of all crisis. They must have had other memories too. One of them probably centered on their first play, His First Girl, which was directed by cadet instructors from the Teachers' College. We hope that high school days will give them many happy memories. Several of the class may be seen participating in various activities. The Sophs may well be proud of their three boys on the basketball team. Willie” Olson and Kenneth Diekroeger both play on the first team while Joe Wedin is a member of the promising second team. Representatives of the Student Council are Donna Vruwink, Kenneth Diekroeger, and David Hoff. Rita Ender and Donald Jones were Logan transfers last fall. The Sophomores have not only set a good example for the Freshmen, but they have also earned the respect of the upper class-men. Page Seventeen

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 Mcuuf Mo nl August 31 Dear Myrtle. We heard rumors that thirty-seven Freshmen enrolled at 10:00 a. m. Can hardly wait to get a look at them. September 2 Wc got a look at those “Freshies” today. Remember four years ago? Our knees were shaking too. September 3 School really started —if you don’t believe it, take a gander at these assignments! September 13 The first party of the school year, sponsored by the Seniors, really went off with a BANG—didn’t it? Some of the Junior girls should know—eh Jo? October 5 Our band played for the Youth for Christ program. Didn’t it sound good though? October 8 Today Mr. Glasrud, our coach and science teacher, is leaving to become principal at Holmen. October 9 Today we met Mr. Goodspeed! Students, meet your future COACH and SCIENCE teacher! Need we say more? October 11 Take a good look at all those hairdo’s. What’s cooking? The Seniors are having their pictures taken at La Crosse. By the way, how much does a new camera cost? October 25 Our Freshmen boys looked cute dressed in nightgowns, boots, and stocking caps. Weren’t the girls sweet in patched shorts, boots, and hair ribbons? Those “Sophs” really have ideas for mixers, too, don’t they? November 4 All people who attended the Junior class play “Growing Pains,” really thought it was super. Miracles do happen! Just ask Mrs. Sanders and Miss Anderson. November 6, 7, 8 Just one half day of school today, November 6. Yippie! No school now until Monday. Teachers’ Convention! The teachers go to school and study while we stay home. Must be getting too smart or something. November 8 Cheerleader tryouts. Those making us hoarse this year will be Elizabeth Powers, Bonnie McEldowney, and David Hoff. November 15 Salem won a thriller over at Bangor tonight. Final score was 30-29. November 21 Everyone’s studying! The end of another six weeks couldn’t be drawing near could it? November 25 Much to our enjoyment Hanley presented his marionettes starring in “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” November 28, 29 What? Another vacation? Well—we’re still happy to be excused for Thanksgiving. December 13 After journeying to Holmen, we experienced a thrilling game with our “mighty five” ahead until the final minutes. Final score, Holmen 32, West Salem 30. December 19 Tonight our grades and high school presented a lovely Christmas program. Santa reminds us of days when we were young, doesn’t he? Page Nineteen