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

Text from Pages 1 - 40 of the 1948 volume:

THE NESHONOC Edited by The Annual Staff Published by The Senior Class West Salem, Wisconsin 1948 Dedication MR. ROWE to you—who has dedicated your life to Rural Youth—the class of '48 dedicates this Neshonoc! As our friend and teacher you have lived your life so others might live better lives. Someone once said that all we achieve is but the symbol of the accomplishments of those who have lighted the way for us! You have held high the bright lamp of knowledge, and we have profited much. acuity 1 V.g s tk 59 'or bo Vi ' 5 l;u,e ianette nd t� a ,de Mr r'l io Went 5a 4 And °5 ut t0 sea F°a' h9r many fen9ers T ie S -form i 4nd iTh€ Ma i ds broke ’t as da� - xi0 pea tea' c,he' rS 'ft id e u £ yoa5 frV ee. pel I Vv, e wos lost ' Wa3„,jj„5 ngrt °b th r0U. Until Se 3h � e dark he a -Pn end H ent ' nt t hy Some Had ste hand 3r?at power er ed the Ship t O la nd Preface . retace 1948 Neshonoc is ,he The theme ot ' e tes ,he exploits-the Epic. A typica' ep c{ a hero. in reaU� Y struggles, e,f'dtent heroes struggling- r story tells ol ma y , Marionette ing, but usually s°ccee . high school ymbote« «tto“Nt;0 c - ° road.Way � h.s 48 to succeeding record and as classes! Page three MR. QUALLEY— I have one more announcement— . . . capable school manager . . . likes to tease . . . observant . . . ready to lend a helping hand. MRS. SANDERS— When you go on to college— . . . active as an adviser and director . . . interested in young people and their ambitions . . . dark eyes express her thoughts. MISS COX— Now, girls- . . . friendly . . . small in stature, neat in appearance . . . accommodates interests of students . . . capable F.H.A. leader. MR. MORAN— Let's can the chatter and get to work . . . snappy Irish sense of humor . . . winning personality . . . has well managed classrooms. Page four MR. ROWE— It's a great life if you don't weaken . . . fiery spirit . . . loves to tell jokes . . . gives expert help on Ag. projects . . . bowling enthusiast. MISS GASKELL— Take out a clean sheet of paper . . . likes to make a joke ... a realist when it comes to typing errors . . . seemingly quiet . . . beautiful penmanship . . . enviable typing ability. MRS. HETLAND - Let's have it quiet in here . . . friendly smile . . . lends a sympathetic ear to everyone's problems . . . Curly-locks. MR. BEERS— Any ham can play loud, but it takes a professional to play soft . . . loves to pun . . . maker of music . . . enjoys teaching . . . always talking about Stevie and Susie. Page five 1. Marlie. 2. Playmates. 3. •‘Dee”. 4. Friend and Teacher. 5. Peek-a-Boo. 6. Childhood Days. 7. Now. 10. The Bi� r Tumble. 11. Pals. 12. Time Off. 13. Surprised? Norskie . 8. Taste Good. 9. Smile Page six Perry Anderson—Tumbling team 3 . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . happy-go-lucky . . . really a terror behind the wheel of a Ford . . . Ed's place his home away from home . . . great advocate of the ball and cue sport . . . always has candy or gum on his person. Delores Asmus— Dee . . . mischievous brown eyes . . . has a gay social life . . . enjoys cloakroom discussions . . . favorite expression: Ye gads! . . . ambition: to be Kenney's. Margaret Balmer— Muggs . . . chorus soprano 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . class play 3 . . . ORIOLE staff 3, 4 . . . F.H.A. 1, 2, 3 . . . Pep Club 3, 4; secretary 4 ... a woman of letters . . . reads them from Dwayne and writes the same ... a friendly pal . . . always warbling. Ardyce Bergum— Meatball . . . starred in junior class play . . . class secretary 3, 4 . . . F.H.A. 2, 3, 4 . . . Pep Club 3, 4 . . . ORIOLE 3, 4 . . . enjoys a good time . . . flirty blue eyes. Mary Lee Betthauser— Marlie . . . class president 3, 4 . . . chorus 1, 2, 3 . . . solo clarinet in band . . . F.H.A. president 2, 3; state officer 2 . . . first ORIOLE editor 4 . . . Badger State Girl 3 . . . athletic treasurer 2, 3, 4 . . . class play 2, 3 . . . social chairman of Pep Club 4 . . . strikingly attractive brunette . . . good leader . . . faithful friend . . . plans to become a nurse. Eugene Denson—makes regular trips to Bangor to see a certain brunette . . . plans to take over Denson's Super Service Station someday . . . played intramural basketball . . . quiet when teachers linger, but wild and woolly when they disappear . . . everyone knows him as Denny, and EVERYONE knows him! Donald Ender— Don . . . basketball and baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . played baritone 1, 2, 3 . . . bass player 4 . . . chorus 2, 3, 4 . . .junior class play . . . fond of arguing . . . always listening and advising. Stanley Fischer— Ace . . . basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . hot cornetist 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . class treasurer 2, 3 . . . chorus 2, 3 . . . Badger State Boy in junior year . . . makes regular trips to Trempealeau . . . known for witty remarks . . . slightly erratic . . . well-liked by everyone . . . forceful, persuasive speaker .. . has serious thoughts . . . plans to be a successful lawyer. Page eight Donavon Glennie— Glennie . . . F.F.A. member 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . cheerful disposition . . . unlucky driver . . . Sonny McClintock's pal. Mary Lou Fleinze— Heinzie . . . F.H.A. 1, 2 . . . chorus member 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . reigned as junior prom queen . . . always found in Bangor . . . loves to dance and chew gum . . . energetic, lively, gay . . . plays the piano . . . athletic ... an open flirt. Harold Horstman—F.F.A. 1, 2 . . . Pep Club 3, 4 . . . ORIOLE reporter 3, 4 . . . dependable helper at Dairy Bar . . . big tease . . . plans to teach school. Walter Horstman— Wally . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . rarely seen with Salem girls . . . favors the Bangor type . . . drives a mean Plymouth . . . tall, dark, and handsome. Carla Hoff— Hoffie . . . transferred from Ettrick as a sophomore . . . French hornist 2, 3, 4 . . . chorus 2, 3, 4 . . . F.H.A. 2 . . . short blonde who loves to dance .... has permanent lease on booth at Euler's . . . voracious reader. Willis Hulberg— Norski . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . ORIOLE staff 3 . . . chemistry cut-up . . . known for his hilarious puns . . . everybody's friend ... the alma mater will miss his laughter . . . has plans for college. Adrienne Johnson— Johnnie . . . F.H.A. 1, 2, 3 . . . chorus 1,2. . . short blonde with sunny disposition . . . avid reader and movie fan . . . hangout: skating rink . . . hopes to become a telephone operator. Allegro Jostad— Jo . . . editor of annual . . . chorus 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . F.H.A. 1, 2, 3 . . . Pep Club 3, 4 . . . ready to do anyone a favor . . . vivacious, flighty . . . loves to talk—and at a rapid speed . . . ambition: to be a journalist. Page nine Dorothy Knutson—slender blonde known as Dot . . . faithful librarian for four years . . . head librarian in senior year . . . president of F.H.A. after four year membership . . . loves to bake . . . plans career in Home Economics . . . sewing irritates her . . . pleasant personality . . . ready to lend a helping hand . . . reserved . . . efficiency plus . . . well dressed. Harlan Meyer— Har-Har . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . dark wavy hair . . . innocent smile belies his snappy brown eyes . . . hearty laughter . . . weakness: trucks. Maynard Meyer— Meyer . . . F.F.A. member 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . plays a wicked harmonica and accordion . . . crack speller . . . full of fun. Alvin Miller— Wimpy . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; secretary 3, president 4 . . . Pep Club 3, 4; president 4 . . . baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . pet saying: There's no darn sense to that! . . . teacher's handyman . . . always seen with Ervin at skating rink . . . looks shy, but oh, my! Dietrich Miller— Dick . . . active F.F.A. member 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . baseball 3, 4 . . . ambition: to be successful farmer . . . witty, loves a good joke. Jeanette Miller—a blonde senior miss known as Nettie . . . gum addict . . . aviation enthusiast . . . happy-go-lucky. Roderick Niedfelt— Rod . . . cornet-ist 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . chorus 2, 3, 4 . . . Pep Club 3, 4 . . . ORIOLE staff 3, 4 . . . junior class play . . . very excitable . . . favors girls from out of town . . . aspires to becoming a second Harry James . . . spare time mail carrier. Rosalie Nelson—known as Nellie . . . has a pleasing personality and is liked by everyone . . . class treasurer in senior year . . . took an active part in junior play . . . has interests in Holmen . . . known for all round dependability. Page ten Ervin Nuttleman— Ervie . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; officer 2, 3, 4 . . . solid trombonist 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . took part in junior class play . . . tall, lanky joker ... always looking for his Pomeranian-spitz . . . fond of his Whiz kids . . . everyone's friend. Floward Olson— Howie . . . band 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . ambition to play the cornet . . . loves airplanes and hunting ... he and Gene Wehrenberg inseparable . . . favorite saying: Oh, my aching back! . . . quiet and well-liked. John Raymer— Johnny . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; vice-president 3 . . . witty ... sly grin . . . interested in horses . . . plays pool frequently . . . still water runs deep. Gene Rhodes— Rhodes ... six foot blond athlete . . . basketball and baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . sophomore class president . . . hunting fan . . . not as bashful as he appears . . . weakness: Gales-ville girls . . . mechanic at heart. Robert Rhyme— Bob . . . F.F.A. member ), 2, 3, 4; secretary 3 . . . basketball and baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . trombonist 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . strong bass voice . . . a jovial fellow . . . often seen with Schmeckpeper. Rena Schmaltz—transferred from Central in junior year ! . . F.H.A. 4 . . . Pep Club 3, 4 . . . likes hot fudge sundaes . . . enjoys reading . . . pet saying: Oh, for Pete's sake! . . . dependable . . . quiet. Gene Schmeckpeper— Schmeck . . . F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . prom king in '47 . . . hangout: Avalon . . . looks forward to owning an apple orchard . . . silent type. Russell Sprain— Russ . . . likes sports . . . hopes to become a coach . . . droll sense of humor . . . likes to argue and joke . . . hangout: well, between Eulers and the Dairy Bar . . . pet saying: Oh, well, I knew it anyway, with all the motions . . . seemingly quiet. Page eleven Marion Stratman—chorus 3 . . . class play 3 . . . F.H.A. 1, 2 . . . quiet, reserved person . . . well liked by everyone . . . pet saying: Oh, gees! . . . loves to dance . . . Vernie's girl . . . aspires to becoming private secretary. Sidney Syvertson— Sid . . . basketball and baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . cornetist 1, 2, 3 . . . baritone 4 . . . senior class authority . . . likes to dance . . . man about town. Delvin Wehrenberg — Chocolate . . . basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . veteran pool shark . . . greatest attraction: redheaded freshman . . . good sense of humor . . . everybody's pal . . . class shortie . . . would like to own a grocery store. Senior Class History On September 4, 1944, we, the class of '48, numbered forty-one. We were green, as all frosh are, and dreaded initiation. September 22 rolled around, but initiation wasn't such a nightmare after all. By January 19, we had become acquainted with Old Salem High and its students; consequently, our first class party was given. Our class members also took part in many of the extra-curricular activities, such as band, glee club, F.F.A., and F.H.A. Before we knew it we were saucy sophomores, but our original number had decreased to thirty-six members. This year was eagerly anticipated by us because it was our turn to initiate the class of '49. We became very active in many extracurricular activities. Mary Lee Betthauser was president of the F.H.A. and an editor in the state organization. Ten members of our class belonged to the band, nineteen to the chorus, fourteen fellows to the F.F.A. and seven girls to the F.H.A. We gave two plays, Bobby Sox and Jerry Breaks a Date, under the direction of the practice teachers from LaCrosse Teachers' College. Eventually, we became dignified juniors with an enrollment of forty-one. This was a colorful year for us. Dorothy Knutson was assistant librarian,- Rosalie Nelson, a member of the library staff; Allegro Jostad, associate editor of the Neshonoc. Mary Lee Betthauser, Stanley Fischer, and Allegro Jostad represented our class on the Student Council. Mary Lee Betthauser and Stanley Fischer acted as delegates at Badger Girls' State and Badger Boys' State, respectively. Ten of our class members joined band and thirteen joined chorus. Eleven of our boys belonged to the F.F.A. with Ervin Nuttelman as president. Mary Lee Betthauser headed our group of eight junior girls as president of the F.H.A. Four of our fellows made the first team of the basketball squad. Our first big event was our class play. Growing Pains, which was under the direction of Mrs. Sanders. As in previous years, we gave our share of parties. With The Wishing Well as the theme of the prom, our grand march was led by King Gene Schmeckpeper and his queen, Mary Lou Heinze. Now, at last, we are Sophisticated Seniors. This year has been a most eventful one for us. Some of us belonged to the Pep Club with Alvin Miller as president. The Pep Club helped to support the basketball team which claimed four of the senior boys with Stanley Fischer as captain. Alvin Miller was president of the F.F.A. of which many senior boys were members. Some of the senior girls belonged to the F.H.A. and were proud that Dorothy Knutson was president of this club. Ten of our senior class members were still in the band and some were singing in the chorus. We were honored that Allegro Jostad and Willis Hulberg could take the Pepsi-Cola scholarship test. Dorothy Knutson acted as head librarian and Mary Lee Betthauser as ORIOLE editor. We gave a class play, directed by Mrs. Sanders. Our four years of work and play were climaxed by Baccalaureate and Commencement. We have come a long way and are sure we will always cling to fond recollections of our Alma Mater. We only hope that the many classes that shall occupy our places in the coming years will be able to have a share in similar events and can achieve as much as we did. CLASS OFFICERS President Mary Lee Betthauser Vice-president Ervin Nuttleman Treasurer Rosalie Nelson Secretary Ardyce Bergum Advisers Mr. Qualley and Mrs. Marie B. Sanders Page twelve Front row—E. Wehrenberg, D. Vruwink, Miss Gaskell, W. Olson, K. Diekroeger, D. Hoff, J. Huxsahl, Miss Cox, D. Tournade, B. Hesse. Second row—R. Ender, K. Buol, B. McEldowney, J. Indahl, R. Gollickson, D. Juntti, D. Plenge, D. Knud-son, J. Metzger, R. Raymer. Third row—B. Harmer, J. Rhodes, R. Lee, B. Strauss, R. Jostad, J. Wedin, E. Johnson, S. Koopman, D. Severson. Junior Class In September, 1945, thirty green, shy freshmen wandered into the study hall. After the girls paraded in patched shorts and aprons and the boys in long dresses and lots of make-up, officially they became members of the student body. During their Sophomore year they ventured before the footlights to present a one act play, His First Girl. In early fall of this year their talented class members gave another successful performance, A Date With Judy. On every extra-curricular activity membership roll some of their names appeared. Willard Olson and Ken Kiekroeger were on the basketball squad; Jerry Metzger was manager for the team. Bonnie McEldowney has served as cheerleader for her second year. Donna Jean Vruwink, Ken Diekroeger, Joyce Rhodes, Delores Plenge, Dave Hoff, and Joe Wedin represented their class in the senior band. Donna Jean Vruwink was also associate editor of the '48 Neshonoc. This class is looking forward to giving the 1948 spring prom and to becoming the dignified seniors of '49. President.....................................................David Hoff Vice-president.......................................Kenneth Diekroeger Secretary.................................................Janice Huxsahl Treasurer.................................................Willard Olson Advisers Mrs. Phyllis H. Hetland, Miss Margaret Gaskell, and Miss Margaret Cox Page thirteen Front row-M. Stuckenschmidt, G. Ender, Mr. Moron, M. Furchtenicht, M. Graff, A. Sprain, V. Bergum, F. Gereaux, B. McClintock, F. Whiteberg. Second row—L. Stelloh, A. Raymer, D. Gensch, C. Rhodes, W. Schomberg, A. Walters, W. Whitlock, B. Ender, D. Modes, G. Wehrenberg, M. Lee. Third row—W. Carlson, C. Caulum, R. Anderson, D. Tank, R. Gereaux, W. Fox, J. Kopp, J. Mau, E. Haaland, J. Hougen, R. Ender, C. Wehrs, R. Wehrs. Sophomore Class In the fall of '47, the experienced sophomores re-entered Ye Olde alma mater. They soon got back into the whirl of things, and their first activity of the year was the initiation of the Frosh. In eager anticipation they awaited the event which they had dreaded so much but a year ago. The activities, begun as freshmen, were continued now. In all the school's organizations representatives from this class were to be found. Proving that a number in their class were athletic minded, Jerry Wehrenberg, Jerry Kopp, Richard Ender, and John Hougen made the baseball team; while Marshall Graff, Jerry Wehrenberg, and Billy Carlson were on the basketball team. Among the musically inclined of the sophomore class were Betty Ender, Carol Rhodes, Caroline Caulum, Wilfred Pralle, Ardith Sprain, and Carol Wehrs who participated in the band. Many of these people, in addition to others, were also in the chorus. In the cheerleading department the class was represented by Gene Ender. This year has been a year of give and take. Success will surely be theirs as upper classmen, for they have learned well the lessons high school has taught them. President Vice-president Secretary Treasurer Adviser Page fourteen Ardith Sprain Marshall Graff Vivian Bergum Mary Furchtenicht Mr. H. H. Moran Front row—G. Torgerson, V. Heinze, P Kish, C. Anderson, G. Evenson, C. Nuttelman, M. Meyer, Mr. Rowe, J. Powers, P. Powers. Second row—M. Eckert, B. Wilcox, V. Meinking, H. Brocade, Y. Sprain, A. Meyer, C. Haaland, P. Justin, E. Kish, V. Balmer, C. Baltz, B. McClintock. Third row—J. Miller, R. Cook, K. Krome, D. EickhofF, L. Hanan, S. Bangsberg, J. Selbrede, G. Severson, K. Klos, M. Larson, R. Schober. Freshmen Class Though green and shy, they eagerly awaited the future. A bright future! One that held promise of four years of work and play, of joys and sorrows. Although they were untaught in the complicated ways and customs of high school, they were willing to learn. They were even a little more frightened. Of course. Freshmen always are; we, too, as Freshmen were frightened. In a comparatively short space of time they became adjusted and learned much; they became a definite part of West Salem High School. Yet, they dreaded one thing, the day (and evening) of Sophomore retribution for the wrongs of the previous year. However, initiation came and went, and they managed to live through it. Incidentally, they all came dressed as either Daisy Mae or LiT Abner, the Cream O' Wheat twosome. As soon as they became settled in their new role, they became engrossed in extracurricular activities. Musical talents found outlet in the band and chorus. Future farmers and homemakers of this region joined the FFA and FHA. Sports attracted not a few. Journalistic talents found a place on the ORIOLE staff. The Freshmen have learned much, and a big part of their education has been in their outside activities. May your auspicious beginnings and bright hopes materialize into an illustrious future for you, the class of '51. President Catherine Nuttelman Vice-president George Evenson Secretary.......................... Morris Meyer Treasurer......................................................Carol Anderson Adviser............................................. Mr. N. N. Rowe Page fifteen 1. A. Jostad. 2. D. Ender. 3. S. Syvertson. 4. R. Nelson. 5. E. Denson. 6. D. Annuls. 7. R. Sprain. 8. S. Fischer. 9. J. Miller. 10. H. Meyer. 11. D. Knutson. 12. R. Niedfeldt. 13. G. Rhodes. 14. M. Betthauser. 15. D. Miller. 16. W. Hulberjr. 17. H. Horstman. 18. M. Meyer. 19. P. Anderson. 20. H. Olson. 21. D. Glennie. 22. E. Nuttleman. 23. M. Heinze. 24. D. Wehrenberg. 25. R. Schmaltz. 26. A. Miller. 27. A. Johnson. 28. R. Rhyme. 29. G. Schmeckpeper. 30. M. Stratmen. 32. W. Horstman. 33. M. Balmer. 34. J. Raymer. 35. C. Hoff. Poge sixteen F.H.A. Front row—V. Heinze, J. Powers, D. Vruwink, R. Raymer, A. Sprain, D. Knutson, E. Johnson, Miss Cox, D. Tournade, B. McClintock. Second row—V. Balmer, H. Brocade, B. Wilcox, F. Gereawx, C. Anderson, P. Powers, D. Knudson, J. Hux-sahl, M. Eckert, C. Baltz. Third row—M. Stuckenschmidt, L. Stelloh, A. Jostad, B. Harmer, C. Nuttelman, M. Betthauser, M. Larson, P. Justin, Y. Sprain, 3. Ender. Fourth row—R. Cook, R. Gereaux, G. Severson, D. Eickhoff, M. Furchtenicht, S. Bangsberg, B. McEldowney, A. Bergum, C. Wehrs, V. Bergum. F.F.A. Front row—R. Schober, M. Meyer, E. Nuttleman, D. Glennie, A. Miller, Mr. Rowe, W. Schomberg, D. Miller, D. Modes, E. Wehrenberg. Second row—G. Torgerson, J. Miller, K. Buol, P. Anderson, H. Meyer, J. Raymer, M. Meyer, K. Klos, A. Raymer, D. Gensch. Third row—K. Krome, R. Rhyme, G. Schmeckpeper, W. Fox, R. Strauss, W. Horstman, R. Jostad, J. Wedin, J. Selbrede, V. Meinking. Page eighteen Chorus Front row-D. Knudson, B. McClintock, C. Anderson, M. Bolmer, S. Koopmon, P. Powers, D. Severson, C. Nuttelmon, E. Hoolond, R. Cook, C. Hoff. Second row-V. Heinze, M. Heinze, B. Wilcox, Y. Sprain, C. Wehrs, D. Eickhoff, S. Bangsberg, V. Balmer, J. Powers, C. Baltz, N. Koopman. Third row—B. Ender, H. Brocade, M. Eckert, B. McEldowney, J. Indahl, M. Larson, M. Betthauser, C. Rhodes, D. Vruwink. Fourth row—R. Sprain, R. Rhyme, W. Pralle, W. Olson, R. Niedfeldt, J. Wedin, D. Ender, Mr. Beers. Pep Club Front row (kneeling)—Cheerleaders C. Anderson, G. Ender, B. McEldowney. Second row-A. Walters, M. Graff, M. Betthauser, E. Nuttleman, A. Miller, M. Balmer, Mrs. Hetland, M. Meyer, G. Wehrenberg, C. Wehrs. Third row R. Raymer, E. Johnson, S. Bangsberg, M. Eckert, P. Powers, V. Balmer, C. Baltz, B. Wilcox, C. Nuttelman, R. Cook, V. Bergum. Fourth row—R. Nelson, D. Severson, A. Sprain, M. Stuckenschmidt, M. Eggen, R. Ender, R. Schmaltz, S. Koopman, M. Furchtenicht, R. Gereaux. Fifth row—A. Bergum, D. Knutson, C. Caulum, H. Brocade, M. Larson, J. Mau, D. Ender, R. Niedfeldt, H. Horstman, P. Justin, Y. Sprain. Sixth row—D. Knudson, J. Huxsahl, J. Indahl, R. Sprain, R. Rhyme, R. Wehrs, D. Gensch, H. Meyer, D. Plenge, J. Rhodes, D. Vruwink. Seventh row-W. Horstman, C. Haaland, D. Glennie, V. Heinze, J. Powers, D. Hoff, B. Ender, C. Hoff, B. McClintock, C. Rhodes. Page nineteen F. H. A. Once again the West Salem School has an active F.H.A. organization. Forty girls are enrolled in this chapter which held meetings every third Friday. The accomplishments and activities of the club are educational and varied. Several talks by people from various fields of work were presented before the group. Educational field trips to various places of interest in La Crosse were found to be lots of fun. An impressive Christmas mixer was sponsored by the F.H.A. and F.F.A. During the holiday season the chapter entertained at a Christmas tea and style show for mothers. In spite of the hard work everyone agreed that playing hostess to a district rally was lots of fun. To raise money, the F.H.A. sponsored a sale of home made articles at a PTA meeting. Hot dogs were also sold at the basketball tournament. As the chapter is affiliated with the state and national F.H.A. organization, its motto is Toward New Horizons. President Vice-president Secretary Treasurer Historian..... Adviser Dorothy Knutson Ardith Sprain Elverda Johnson Rosemary Raymer Donna Vruwink Miss Margaret Cox The West Salem Ag. department is directed not only toward teaching the boys the fundamentals of the business of farming but also toward teaching them to appreciate and utilize the rights, responsibilities, and opportunities that farm life offers them. Proving that theory put into practice really yields success, these boys won ninety-five ribbons with a total premium of $1,366 at the Wisconsin State Fair. At the La Crosse Inner-State Fair, the Ag. boys won six Grand Champion ribbons and many others in addition. Dickie Miller won the distinction of exhibiting the Grand Champion Barrow at the Northwest Livestock Exposition. Later, the Barrow was sold at a public auction for $1.50 a pound. Other exhibitors also brought home their share of ribbons. All farm practices such as pruning trees, grafting trees, controlling pests, testing soil, testing milk, treating seed potatoes, fitting livestock, docking and castrating lambs, caponizing poultry, marking pigs, cutting wolf teeth, showing livestock, keeping records, repairing farm tools, constructing equipment, and splicing ropes are included in the training of the Ag. boys. Despite the many projects carried on by this department, they are always ready to help in any activity bearing on agriculture. Many a farmer has reason to thank this department, and many a farm home is better equipped because of this department's work. Rendering continuous practical service to the community is its chief aim. However, All work and no play make Jack a dull boy. The F.F.A. works hand in hand with the Ag. department—-provides play for these boys. Kittenball and basketball provide an exciting pastime at their meetings. To highlight their activities they plan to take another trip this summer. May these future farmers be builders of the better world to come. F. F. President Vice-president Secretary........ Treasurer Athletic director Sergeant-at-arms Alvin Miller William Schomberg Donavan Glennie Ervin Nuttleman Dickie Miller Walter Horstman c H O R U S The voices of forty girls and boys make up this year's mixed chorus. At the Christmas program they presented Merry Christmas Bells, White Christmas, and Silent Niqht. The lack of boys' voices has resulted in qivinq the higher tenor parts to the second altos. These girl tenors have done well. Throughout the year this choral group had as accompanists: Donna Jean Vruwink, Donna Knudson, Carol Rhodes, and Bonnie Wilcox The chorus is looking forward to the music festival in the spring. Page twenty Much credit should be given Mr. Beers for his splendid work with the bond in the past three years. Having literally started from scratch, he has organized the splendid music department we now have. His work with the music students, especially the younger ones, is really beginning to show this year. The addition of a large number of beginners and the progress of the older members are evidence of the enthusiasm in this department. In addition to playing several highly enjoyable home performances this group played at the LaCrosse Teachers' Homecoming football game. When tournament time comes around this spring, West Salem will be entering two bands, the Concert and the Regimental. Because the Concert Band lacked certain instrumentation it was forced to enter class B. In order to give talented, younger music students a better background for playing in the Concert Band, Mr. Beers has formed the Regimental Band. When these band members reach high school age, or even before, they will be ready to take their places in the Concert Band. The following high school members are a part of the Regimental Band: Catherine Nuttleman, Doris Eickhoff, Ruth Cook, Gloria Severson, Virginia Balmer, Raymond Schober, Pat Powers and Patty Justin. All of us will profit greatly from the things Mr. Beers has taught us, and memories of the fun we've had in the band and with him will always linger. Clarinets Mary Lee Betthauser Carol Wehrs Bonnie Wilcox Harriet Brocade Dorothy Knutson Carman Hancock Hyla Fae Sorum Minnetta Larson Sylvia Bangsberg Betty Ender Mimi Eckert Percussion Donna Jean Vruwink Joyce Rhodes Gene Wehrenberg Pat Powers Basses David Hoff Donald Ender Oboe Marjorie Knutson Cornets Stanley Fischer Roderick Niedfeldt Howard Olson Joe Wedin John Hougen Ardith Sprain Wilfred Pralle John Betthauser Warren Whitlock Flutes Carlyle Haaland Mary Knutson Betsy Eckert Marilyn Slosser French Horn Carla Hoff Delores Plenge Joyce Indahl Mary Buol Saxophones Caroline Caulum Kenneth Bangsberg Grace Rhodes Marilyn Miller Baritones Donna Knudson Sidney Syvertson Trombones Ervin Nuttleman Robert Rhyme Billy McClintock Bass Clarinet Kenneth Diekroeger Page twenty-one Library Club Seated, left to right-A. Miller, R. Nelson, D. Tournade, Mrs. Sanders, D. Knutson, B. McEldowney, S. Fischer. Standing, left to right—D. Vruwink, R. Raymer, B. Harmer, L. Stelloh, M. Stuckenschmidt, R. Gereaux, M. Furchtenicht, E. Haalond, E. Johnson, S. Koopman, A. Sprain, J. Indahl, C. Hoff, M. Lee. Oriole Staff Front row-A. Sprain, A. Jostad, D. Vruwink, B. McClintock, Mrs. Sanders, M. Betthauser, D. Tournade, R. Lee, W. Hulberg, D. Severson. Second row-M. Balmer, J. Indahl, C. Hoff, B. Ender, C. Anderson, C. Baltz, V. Balmer, M. Lee, J. Hux-sahl, D. Knudson, R. Nelson. Third row—W. Schomberg, A. Bergum, S. Koopman, K. Diekroeger, J. Kopp, R. Jostad, R. Niedfeldt, G. Wehrenberg, P. Justin. Fourth row-B. McEldowney, E. Johnson, D. Knutson, E. Haaland, M. Furchtenicht, C. Wehrs, V. Bergum. Page twenty-two Library Club This year, for the first time, the West Salem library staff has organized into a club. This active organization got off to a good start with a picnic. At that time many of the wonderful new books the school had received were reviewed. The group attended two plays, one at Onalaska and one at T.C. A second trip was made to La Crosse in order to become better acquainted with the city library. In an effort to know more about our own library the librarians spent an entire evening discussing it. Nineteen students volunteered to work on the staff. It is their duty to check out books and magazines, to assist students in finding materials, and to maintain order in the library. In order to receive a pin, every librarian must first, work at least two periods a week for two years; second, help put up bulletin boards; third, hand in a list of books that she thinks are needed; and fourth, be well versed in all library procedures. This is the second year that librarians have received pins. These pins are a real measure of achievement. Membership in this organization is an education as well as an honor. President Vice-president Secretary-treasurer Social chairman Adviser............ Dorothy Knutson Bonnie McEldowney Rosalie Nelson Donna Mae Tournade Mrs. Marie B. Sanders In April, 1947, a thought born in the minds of many of us materialized and took a more concrete form through the directive efforts of M. B. Sanders. A new organization came to be. In it we learned first hand the meaning of Freedom of the Press. When a call for volunteer workers was made there were some seventy enthusiastic responses. As every paper must have a name, a cash award for the winning name was appropriated. The name chosen was THE ORIOLE, and the bird seen on each issue's banner appropriately carries the school's colors, orange and black. As a result of the abundance of writing, three over-sized issues were printed that first year. The school year of '47-'48 saw the real development of THE ORIOLE. Mary Lee Betthauser became its first editor. Prompt and regular printings were assured through a contract with the Vocational School. Competition for posts on the staff was keen; top notch writers won writing posts. Sales of eversharps with THE ORIOLE, West Salem, Wisconsin, printed on them were made. THE ECHO, a national high school paper, was sold on a commission basis. Thus THE ORIOLE was put on its feet financially. THE ORIOLE has come a long way, yet progress knows no bounds. May each succeeding class carry on and improve this paper until finally it becomes one of the best known and most successful projects of this school. The Oriole Pep Club School spirit in West Salem was greatly increased this year as a result of the reorganization of the Pep Club. Increased membership made possible bigger and better accomplishments. In order to become a member of this organization it was necessary, first, to learn all the songs and yells and, second, to pass a test on them given by the cheerleaders or Mrs. Hetland. Through a student body vote three cheerleaders, Bonnie McEldowney, Carol Anderson, and Gene Ender, were elected. Their colorful, new outfits were paid for in part by the Pep Club. Mixers sponsored by the Pep Club followed many of the games. A sleigh ride party in January was a lot of fun. Outstanding among the social events of the year was the Homecoming, January ninth. Mary Lee Betthauser and Ervin Nuttleman reigned as King and Queen, while the student body danced to soft strains of orchestra music. Although this organization is still young, its spirit and accomplishments are a tribute to its founder and leader, Mrs. Phyllis H. Hetland. President..................................................Alvin Miller Vice-president Donna Mae Tournade Secretary Margaret Balmer Treasurer...............................................Ervin Nuttleman Social chairman Mary Lee Betthauser Page Twenty-three 1. In the Grades. 2. Good Joke? 3. Friends. 4. Pie Faces. 5. Scouts. 6. Learning How 7. “I’m Forever Blowing Bubbles.” 8. “Baby Face” (s). 9. Li I Abner and Daisy Maes. 10. All Set. 11. On Parade. 12. “Diek”. 13. Men of the World. 14. True Friendship. 15. Maybe He’s Tired. Page twenty-four h W yv ,4® Y 'r Y N Shere’5 glory inall sporf.s! r for 6' lo play a winning game — Whefher you win or loSe} A he A -s?c es'ip ftu’ve buiyourself toblame rdi' A e $e rtv .s n l ow eu ' Mr Marionette po’r yV e TO Had tried to make the team U Uemade the Second one.’ So he had v on) ’tw ouW seem TVie way he played the game;' •5o very -fair and .square, v.(We ?o9® Front row—M. Meyer, D. Miller, S. Fischer, K. Diekroeger, A. Miller, Mr. Moran, J. Kopp, W. Olson, G. Rhodes, G. Wehrenberg, D. Hoff. Second row—R. Ender, D. Ender, G. Evenson, R. Rhyme, S. Syvertson, D. Juntti, J. Hougen, R. Niedfeldt, L. Hanan, K. Klos, B. McClintock. Baseball Work was the watchword of the fall baseball season. Because the games played had no bearing on the conference standings. Coach Moran used many combinations in order to determine the one most effective. As is often the case, the greatest weaknesses were shown to be in the battery. However, Jerry Wehrenberg, a sophomore southpaw, and George Evenson progressed rapidly; and on the receiving end, Morris Meyer, a freshman backstop, showed promise. The spring schedule included games with Bangor, Galesville, Mindoro, Holmen, Trempealeau, Onalaska, and others. For the second season baseball was an organized part of the Coulee Conference program with a trophy awarded the top team. Page twenty-six Front row—Mr. Hagen, G. Wehrenberg, K. Diekroeger, W. Olson, G. Rhodes, S. Syvertson, S. Fischer, W. Carlson, Mr. Moran. Second row—J. Metzger, D. Wehrenberg, J. Miller, G. Evenson, J. Hougen, D. Hoff, M. Graff, L. Honan, B. McClintock. Third row—C. Haaland, M. Meyer, K. Klos, D. Juntti, J. Mau, J. Wedin, A. Walters, M. Whitlock. Basketball Well, we've put away the basketball togs for another year. And quite a year it was, too. It was full of surprises to say the least. Not mentioning any names, we've beaten some of the so-called best teams in the locality and lost to some of the so-called worst. We gave a couple of the Big Boys a good score, too. Although no one was able to say that we lacked fight, in the beginning, we were lacking that thing called polish. Hard work and expert guidance made ush shine a little by tournament time, however. We did our share of losing, and losing is tough the way we did it in some of those thrillers. Remember that game with Melrose—when they beat us by 2 points in an overtime (28-30)? And how about that close out to Hol-men on Homecoming night? Of course, we mustn't forget Mindoro over there. We won a few close ones, too. We sent Bangor home with a two point beating. There were others too numerous to mention, in fact, almost al lof our games wee close. We won the tournament! Yea! The victory of Cashton in their first hurdle with Trempealeau lined us up in a tough bracket. No team in the tournament could have been classed very far behind the rest, but it seems that we drew the best. The preliminary matchings paired us with Melrose in the first game. The boys from over North came out on the floor aiming to get revenge for a 45-30 licking we had dealt them a few games before. It was neck and neck the first half. When we left the floor, Melrose led 18-16. The third quarter was SEASON'S RECORD NAME FG FT A FTM F PCT PTS Fischer 53 63 29 57 .460 121 Syvertson 61 75 37 59 .493 159 Rhodes 14 23 8 52 .347 36 D. Wehrenberg 2 5 4 5 .800 8 Olson .84 69 36 47 .521 204 Diekroeger 26 40 13 53 .325 65 Hoff 9 8 3 17 .375 2! J. Wehrenberg 9 14 5 19 .457 24 Graff 10 20 13 21 .650 33 Carlson 4 8 1 6 .125 9 Evanson 3 2 1 3 .500 7 Totals 275 327 150 329 .460 687 slam bang all the way. After two or three Melrose boys left via the foul route, we picked up a 35-22 lead. That was the bal game! We won 48-36. It's hard to beat a team three times in a season. Maybe that was a jinx on Holmen. Maybe we played better bal than they did. Maybe we were just luckier. At any rate, we took what was supposed to be our toughest game of the tournament. At the end of the third canto we held our biggest lead, five points, 25-20. At one time in the fourth period Holmen jumped to within one point of tying us. Final score was 32-29. We had gained revenge for Homecoming night. Besides that, we had earned Page twenty-seven the right to tangle with Norwalk for the Championship. The saying that there is strength in numbers certainly did not apply to Norwalk. The second smallest school in the tournament was represented in the championship game. And we knew they were tough! In fact, everyone knew that they were tough. The kind of game the people saw was just the kind of game the people expected and wanted. First quarter: 4-2 in our favor. Second quarter: 17-15, favor of us. Third quarter: 24-22, favor of us. Fourth quarter: 36-2, favor of US. But that doesn't tell the story of that last quarter. Late in the period, we led by nine points. That Norwalk team wouldn't ke kept down though. With a drive that netted six points, they were back in the ball game when the gun ending the game and the tournament sounded. For our Sectional play-off opponent, we drew Alma—one of the top teams of the little sixteen. They were really GOOD and they beat us 64-32. That game ended a season that could certainly be called SUCCESSFUL. West Salem West Salem West Salem West Salem West Salem West Salem West Salem ............. West Salem West Salem West Salem (Homecoming) West Salem West Salem .............. West Salem ............. West Salem .............. West Salem .............. West Salem .............. West Salem West Salem West Salem .............. West Salem Total ............... GAME SCORES 16 Holmen 16 Blair 56 Mindora 38 Trempealeau 27 Bangor 28 Melrose ........ 22 Galesville 38 Onalaska 37 Black River Falls 26 Holmen 43 Mindora ...... 50 Trempealeau .... 29 Black River Falls 32 Bangor 45 Melrose 32 Blair . 31 Galesville 41 Onalaska 46 Prairie Du Sac 34 Independence 694 Total ... 43 53 21 33 25 30 48 34 47 27 44 23 49 25 30 44 45 32 41 30 690 Page twenty-eight 1cti uities Page twenty-nine School Calendar August 30 Registration September 12 School party. Seniors October 10 Freshman initiation October 17 Junior class play November 14 Basketball game, Holmen (T) November 21 Basketball game, Mindoro (H) November 25 Basketball game, Trempealeau November 27-28 Thanksgiving vacation December 2 Basketball game, Bangor H) December 5 Basketball game, Mindoro (T) December 12 Basketball game, Galesville (H) December 16 Basketball game, Onalaska (T) December 15 High School Christmas Program December 18 Christmas party January 9 Homecoming game, Holmen (H) January 13 Basketball game, Melrose (T) January 16 Basketball game, Trempealeau (H) Page thirty January 23 Basketball game, Bangor (T) January 30 Basketball game, Mindoro (H) February 6 Basketball game, Galesville (T) February 13 Basketball game, Onalaska (H) February 18-19-20 District Tournament February 27 School party. Juniors March 19 School party, band and chorus March 25-29 Easter vacation April 19 Senior play April 23 Junior Prom May 8 Band tournament May 7 School party. Freshmen May 13-14 Senior examinations May 18-19 Baccalaureate May 20 Senior Class Day exercises May 21 Commencement FAREWELL, ALMA MATER! Junior Class Play The Juniors' first major production before the footlights was the well-known Broadway comedy hit, A Date With Judy. Directed by Mrs. Marie B. Sanders, the entire cast did a commendable job of portraying the true-to-life characters in the play. The eager audience felt the changing moods along with the actors, throughout all three acts,- and their intense interest in the production was a tribute to the cast, the director, and the play itself. The surprising and exhilarating climax provided a very fitting ending for the play. The generous applause expressed the pleasure of the entire audience. The Cast Judy Foster Melvin Foster Dora Foster Randolph Foster Hannah Barbara Winsocket Oogie Pringle Mitzi Hoffman Mr. Martindale Mrs. Hotchkiss Eloise Hotchkiss Rexford M. O'Connor Susie................ Prompter............ Bonnie McEldowney Willard Olson Donna Jean Vruwink David Hoff Elverda Johnson Donna Mae Knudson Robert Strauss Joyce Rhodes Kenneth Diekroeger Serena Koopman Rosemary Raymer Joe Wedin Janice Huxsahl Donna Mae Knudson Page thirty-one Perry was studying. Delores wasn't seen with Marion. Muggs wasn't singing. Ardyce wasn't flirting. Mary Lee wasn't fighting with Joe. Eugene was quiet in Bookkeeping Class. Donald wasn't talking about sports. Stan got to class meetings on time. Donavan wasn't at Bangor. Harold wasn't at the Dairy Bar. Walter had a date with a Salem girl. Carla wasn't at Euler's. Willis wasn't talking or laughing. Adrienne wasn't reading a book. Allegro wasn't arguing. Dorothy wasn't efficient. Harlan didn't have an Olds . Maynard wasn't teasing. Al wasn't someone's errand boy. Dickie wasn't interested in sports. Jeanette wasn't chewing gum. Rod didn't try to imitate Harry James. Rosalie wasn't getting A's. Ervin wasn't at the skating rink. Howard wasn't developing pictures. John was talking excessively. Gene R. was short. Robert wasn't entering Ag. contests. Rena wasn't seen at a dance hall. Gene S. wasn't running around in a blue Ford. Russell wasn't waving his arms about. Marion wasn't with LaVerne. Sidney knew what he was arguing about. Delvin had red curly hair. Song Titles Remind Us Perry: I'm Getting Mighty Tired Delores: Linger in My Arms a Little Longer, Honey Margaret: Always Ardyce: One Meatball Mary Lee: I Love Joe Eugene: Margie Donald: I Can't Begin to Tell You Stanley: Mary Donavan: Farmer in the Dell' Mary Lou: DOCtor, DOCtor, Can You Tell? Harold: Coax Me a Little Bit Walter: Three O'clock in the Morning Carla: Feudin' and Fightin' Willis: Show Me the Way to Go Home Adrienne: Small Fry Allegro: Scatterbrains Dorothy: Shortenin' Bread Harlan: In My Merry Oldsmobile Maynard: Time Waits For No One Al : Why Does It Get So Late So Early? Dickie : Should I? Rod : The Young Man With a Horn Rosalie: So Far—So Good Ervin: Paper Doll Howard: Don't Sweetheart Me John: How Are We Going to Keep Them Down on the Farm? Gene R.: Beer Barrel Polka Robert: I'll Be Around Rena: If I'm Lucky Gene S.: She Don't Wanna Russell: Take It Easy Marion: All or Nothing at All Sidney: I've Been Working on the Railroad Delvin: That Little Boy of Ours Page thirty-two Marionettes Present Our Town A noted marionette company Has returned to West Salem after five years to present to the Salemites their present production, Our Town. This is a sequel to Farewell '48's which was seen by many of us five years ago in 1948. People make a town,- once we are natives of a locality or town, whether we remain there or wander abroad, we are usually claimed by our birthplace, Our Town. So, though the scenes shift, the show remains Our Town. The lights dim. The curtain rises. As the setting is so familiar we hardly notice it, for even though it could be any town it is, in reality, our town. At Wehrenberg's Grocery Store we see Donavan Glennie, Perry Anderson, Maynard Meyer, Gene Schmeckpeper and Harlan Meyer, who have managed to slip away from the Farmers' Cooperative Convention to listen to the game between the Dodgers and Yankees. Their tense faces relax into smiles when it is announced that Dickie Miller, Yankee star hitter, has just made a home run. Delvie also has a lady customer, or to be exact, two. It seems to me that we should know her. Of course! She is Margaret Balmer. Margaret is showing her ring to Delvie. He doesn't need three guesses to know who it is from. Upon completing her third year as a nurse in a children's home, Margaret has returned for a vacation with her parents. With her is Miss Hoff, an occupational therapist, who is on tour checking various hospitals in the country. Margaret and Carla still find time to comment on name bands of the day. In their opinion, Rod's Swing Band with Al Miller as vocalist is going to the top, but giving him keen competition is Nuttle-man's Orchestra. Not far from Wehrenberg's Grocery Store is Mary Lou's Beauty Salon. Miss Heinze and her assistant, Adrienne Johnson, are working with Mrs. LaVerne Severson and Mrs. Kenneth Romskog, the former Marion Stratman and Delores Asmus, respectively. A little farther on, near the bank, Stanley Fischer, a local lawyer, is visiting with his cronies, Gene Rhodes, an electrician, and Russell Sprain, an employee at the bank. Momentarily their attention is focused skyward as a large plane circles and then lands. At the West Salem Airfield a crowd greets the pilot and passengers. Their pilot is none other than Jeanette Miller. Passengers include Miss Ardyce Bergum, well known private secretary to a large firm in New York; Rena Schmatlz, owner of Concordia Hall; Donald Ender, home on furlough after four years in the infantry; and Harold Horstman, principal of a La Crosse school. The scene changes. Against the backdrop of that great metropolis, Chicago, we witness an accident. A '47 Ford and a '52 Buick have collided. According to Eugene Denson, a filling station operator, the Buick had just left the filling station and pulled out in front of the other car. The cars' occupants were taken to a local hospital where they were treated for minor cuts by Dr. Sidney Syvertson. Mary Lee Betthauser, special nurse, and Rosalie Nelson, R.N., recognize the victims. They are none other than Walter Horstman, a Chicago playboy, and Willis Hulberg, a nuclear physicist. They were released from the hospital after a few hours with orders from dietition, Dorothy Knutson, to observe a strict diet for a few days. At an animal hospital a few blocks away we see the third victim, a little Cocker Spaniel who is being treated by Veterinarian Robert Rhyme. The scene shifts to the east. At a large newspaper office in New York we find Allegro Jostad, a journalist, frantically hunting for some news copy. Finally, under some scratch paper she finds her article entitled, My Visit With an Artist, which is the story of her interview with the world renowned painter, Howard Olson. As a dense fog rises from the East river, the scene fades. The curtain falls! Yet Our Town hasn't really ended. As long as the cast lives, the show goes on! Page thirty-three .5areweK hefnstbook . So S bee'«0'shed. 5 n fre no 0 T ,e W s . ?°ne V I O' ,+ a 9°a' ret « the een0 Up t' f„ C,,rnk'ncj the very . n tho °P h°u9 his sif ,0 «Ver , . top , r° y°u r li5 he f S«oc ?JS. 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