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

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1969 volume:

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We reflect our moods and aspirations through creative expression. 5 Surrounded by scientific progress, we explore new horizons. w ... AND VET WE HOPEFULLY SEARCH FOR WHO WE ARE, WHAT WE ARE, AND WHERE WE ARE GOING. With the dawn of each new day, With deepening insight, We progress another step nearer an answer TO YOU MRS. KAREN HANSEN ... For your helpfulness as an instructor, for your constant concern as an advisor, and for your generosity with time and materials, we the 1969 NESHONOC staff dedicate this book. You have been a model of geniality and happiness; you have imbued us with an appreciation and sense of the artistic; you have reflected a never-ending regard for the individual. Mrs. Karen Hansen, you have been a good friend indeed to students and faculty alike. Dedicatee Mrs. Karen Hansen and her family-Mr. Donald Hansen and daughters, Sharon and Vikki. The family enjoys boating and camping. Music, especially the piano, and design are Karen Hansen’s special interests. Back Row: Mrs. Karen Hansen, Joseph Servais, Roger Walter, Henry Waldenberger. Front Row: Marlene Isbell, Paula Stavlo, Charmaine Wee—Graduation committee selecting announcments. Mrs. Karen Hansen advises art students James Schuster and Steven Anderson. to QUALITY PROGRAM GOAL Mrs. June Sletteland obtained her B. E. degree from State University at Whitewater and has done graduate work at State University, Superior; University of Wisconsin, Madison; University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; Stout State University, Menomonie; and State University, Winona, Minnesota. She advises the National Honor Society. A. John Englerth acquired his B. S. double major in mathematics and science at State University, Winona, Minnesota. Mrs. June Sletteland, guidance services A. John Englerth, assistant principal BOARD OF EDUCATION- Front Row: Howard Raymer, Dr. David Morris, Mrs. Hazel Leicht. Second Row: Willard Schomberg, Alvin Miller, Robert Anderson, Wilbur Hauser. u OF BOARD, ADMINISTRATION The Board of Education, Superintendent Lionel Strand, Principals William Smillie and Alan Englerth. and Guidance Director June Sletteland not only direct the school’s operation and its activities but also provide leadership for a sound educational program. With the cooperation of a professional staff, they set the direction of learning for West Salem High School stu- dents that will point the way to a successful future. Superintendent of Schools Lionel Strand holds B.S. and M. Ed. degrees from State University, Eau Claire, and State University, Superior, respectively. Principal William Smillie earned his B. S. degree at Wisconsin State University, Platteville, and his M. S. degree at Wisconsin State University, La Crosse. 15 Principal William Smillie Superintendent Lionel Strand Mrs. Marie B. Sanders, English 11 and 12; Mr. Patrick H. Sebranek, English 10; Mrs. Joan Solie, English 9 and speech; Mr. Rodney H. Oppriecht. English 11 and 12. Mrs. Phyllis Bartz, Bookkeeping, Office Practice; Mr. William Schuth, Typing, Shorthand I and II, Business Mathematics. Mr. Harold C. Warriner, World Geography, History 10, Senior Social Problems; Mrs. Nalrae D. Horman, U.S. History 9, Senior Social Problems; Mr. William Merwin, Senior Social Problems; Mr. Thomas Carroll, World History 11. Senior Social Problems. Mr. Charles McLaughlin, Biology, Introductory Physical Science; Mr. Alan E. Niedfeldt, Algebra I, Geometry; Mr. W. Jurgen-sen, Chemistry, Physics, Introductory Physical Science. 16 Mr. Dale Weber, Vocational Agriculture; Mrs. Roberta M. Severson, Home Economics; Mr. Vern E. Dahl, Woodworking I and II, Driver’s Education; Mr. Eldred Manske, Power Mechanics, Drafting, Metals, Driver's Education. Faculty Inspires the Search for Knowledge Mr. Ted Ledman, Boys’ Physical Education; Mrs. Maurita Robarge, Girls’ Physical Education. Mrs. Karen Hansen, Art; Mr. Gary W. Virch, Instrumental and Vocal Music; Miss Patricia Ulrich, Library; Mr. Thomas O’Brien, French, Shop Math. Mmes. Helen Kapelke, bookkeeper, and Beverly Hendrickson, secretary, provide service with a smile. Mmes. Ethel Fuhre, Alice Bolstad.and Lorene Schilling prepare for noon rush. IN THEIR HANDS Custodians Anker Knudson and Harold Hartman maintain a well-functioning school building. Mrs. Gertrude Wehrenberg assures clean linen for the West Salem Public Schools. 18 Safety is their motto—Harry Schwier, Avery Hurst, David Hendrickson, Wilbur Hauser, Ansel Johnson, Forrest Bahan, Orin Schwier, Larry Gensch, Orville Hulberg. Not present Donald Gensch, Wilbur De Young. SAFETY,SERVICE, SECURTV Nurse Mary Burd contributes to the health and physical well being of West Salem Students. 19 Engineer of Maintenance, Donald Stavlo. til rag Chosen by the senior class and faculty, Joleen Willard, Mrs. Roberta Severson congratulates Crisco award winners NESHONOC Editor, received the 1969 DAR award. -Sandy Ruud and Christine Olson. 77 Aviation students, Joleen Willard and Charmaine Wee, attain honors for flying proficiency. Voted by the faculty and sponsored by the American Legion and Ladies’ Auxil-The 1969 Westby Snowflake Ski iary to spend a busy week at Badger Boys’ State and Badger Girls’ State- Fred Queen Candidate from WSHS-Jean Vance, Tom Sprain, Pam Tauscher, and Jim Olson. Onsrud. SENIORS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Senior graduation speakers and alternates-Jean Onsrud, Pamela Tauscher, Christine Olson, Eugene Linse, Joleen Willard, Jeanine Schumacher. 23 Sandy Ruud, recipient of the 1969 Betty Crocker Homemaker award. CLASS OF '69 PAULA STAVLO KATHLEEN BRUHA CHERYL GRAFF STEVEN WILLINGER EILEEN JOHNSON BONNIE BAKER MARY BANGSBERG DANNY WOODLIFF JOLEEN WILLARD CALVIN COTTONE JACQUELINE WUENSCH VIOLET MELLOR BETHANY HIGDON SALLY SILHA DAVID JENSEN JANET JACOBSON 24 Moments of youth-days of venture and happiness. EVERETT HULBERG STEVEN MASHAK LINDA CHALSMA RICHARD DAVIS THOMAS SPRAIN PATRICIA SWEENEY DELLA PETTIS ROGER WALTER 25 STEPHEN PUENT BONDALEE CHESTER DONALD SCHMIDT MARILYN ISBELL PETER MILLER WILLIAM BAHAN RUTH LUECK DENNIS TRYGGESTAD RONALD KOOPMAN PATRICIA JEFFERS Added responsibility helps us develop maturity and enhances our contributions to the world. ' ¥ 26 CHRISTINE OLSON PAMELA TAUSCHER STEVEN ANDERSON CHARMAINE WEE SANDRA STRONG THOMAS ELLIS STEVEN GASKILL DANIEL SWEENEY ... ACCEPTED AND MET THE CHALLENGE Mood music provides an escape from the stern realities of life. 27 DUANE WITTE RUDOLPH BAHR MARLENE ISBELL JAMES OLSON JAMES SCHUSTER LAURIE SEMLAR NANCY ALVARADO Pondering and discussing the serious problems of life prepares us for a place in today’s world. 28 KATHLEEN KINDER JOSEPH SERVAIS LARRY NELSON HAL SCHOMBERG FENDED WITH FRUSTRATIONS AND PRESSURES MERVIN DUNLAP SANDRA MASHAK LYNETTE SCHMIDT SANDRA RUUD PHILIP GULLICKSON JANICE SEEGER JANET MUENZENBERGER DONNA KAMMEL GREGORY MURPHY RITA CRAIG HENRY WALDENBERGER LINDA SCHOMBURG 29 HELEN ONSRUD DEBRA STELLOH EUGENE LINSE STEVEN HANSON LOIS GERKE CONNIE GROSSKOPF THOMAS BONSALL LONNIE JOHNSON FREDRICK VANCE CHERYL ONSERUD DANIEL WALTERS JEANINE SCHUMACHER CYNTHIA HAMMES GARY OSGOOD JOAN HOUSER WILLIAM WERNER Pictures unavailable: DANIEL HAMMES MICHAEL KENDHAMMER 30 ... ANTICIPATE REWARDING FUTURES Oriel Lee Runingen, Nancy Alvarado, Carol Riniker-Learning the art of American cooking. Dr. K. E. Johnston, Eric Johnston, Mrs. Elinor Johnston, Linda Johnston, Valerie Johnston, Nancy Alvarado—In keeping with the Christmas spirit, Nancy helps the Johnston family trim the tree. SALEM WELCOMES ECUADORIAN MISS Linda Johnston, Eric Johnston, Nancy Alvarado, Valerie Johnston—Nancy enjoying her first winter snowfall with her American sisters and brother. Third American Field Service student to spend a year at West Salem High School was Miss Nancy Alvarado, daughter of Senor Vincente and Se-nora Rebeca Alvarado. Sponsored by the local chapter of AFS, with its president, Mr. William Merwin, and local civic organizations, Miss Alvarado resided with the Dr. K. E. Johnston family. This petite brunette enjoys collecting stamps and coins, knitting and sewing, as well as reading books of history, mystery, and romance. Upon her return to her home at Cordero 1617, Quito, Ecuador, Nancy has the opportunity of accepting a scholarship to study social work in Belgium or remaining in her homeland to study nursing. Mrs. Elinor Johnston, Linda Johnston, Nancy Alvarado— Nancy’s American mother and sister attend the reception following induction ceremonies for National Honor Society, where Nancy became an honorary member. Mrs. Evan Zantow, Mrs. Helen Kapclke, Mr. William Mer win, Mr. William Smillie, Mrs. Clifford Michelson, Mr. Errol Kindschy-Planning finances for the American Field Service Program. CLASS OFFICERS—Sergeant at arms Ronald Nicolai, Treasurer Peter Servais, Secretary Pamela Servais, Vice-President Ryan Lee, and President Michael Cavadini. The dreams of youth are long, long dreams. JUNIORS PREPARE FOR THE CHALLENGE Adams, Thomas Anderson, Barbara Bahr, Donald Balmer, Ann Bartlett, Thomas Beier, Gretchen Berg, Kenneth Bergh, Jon Brauer, Mark Breidel, Mary Brown, Laurene Bussian, Candace Chester, Mary Cullmann, Linda Dahl, Janet Dunlap, Ruth Fennigkoh, Byron Friell, Bruce Garbers. Jeanette Gaskill, Cynthia Gerke, Beverly Ghelfi, Thomas Gilbertson, Debra Gonia, Dennis Greene, LaVonne Greene, Raenel Griffin, Randall Griswold, John Grosskopf, Patsy Groth, Theresa 32 Hall, Michael Hanson. Debra Hass, Joy Hemker, Lynette Hemker, Steven Hulberg, Rose Jacobs, Thomas Johnson, Kathleen Johnson, Keith Johnston, Linda Kammel, Darrel Knutson, Duane Kornmeyer, Douglas Lance, Keith Lenser, Susan Lewis, David Luedtke, Barbara Mashak, Sonia OF TOMORROW , ft K � 0 it A ,____, f McClintock. Kathleen Merchlewitz, Bonita Meyer, Lynn Meyer, Vickie Michelson, Mary Miles, George Mulder, Robert Nicolai, Ronald Niemeier, Sharon Oesterle, Linda Pischke, Gary Riniker, Carol Rontskog, Mary Ann Runingen, Oriel Lee Schaller. Randall Schimke, Melody Schliebe, Linda Schneider, Mary Severson, Steven Skemp, Samuel Stamstad, Jane Stelloh, Janet Storandt, Renee Strittmater, Cynthia Turner, Randy Walter, Steven Walters, Dana Wilcox, Joanne Wiley, Wanda Willinger, Gary Witt, Randy Anderson, Margaret Aspenson, David Beyersdorf, Sue Brown, Sherry Brown, Vicky Bruha, Barbara Buchner, Thomas Buol, Belinda Chalsma, Karen Ciano, Donald Cottone, Diane Cullmann, James Dahl, Michael Davis, Robert Diekroeger, Mary Erickson, James Ferguson, Harold Friell, Jane Garbers, Diane Gerke, Dennis Ghelfi, Sandra Gonia, Gene Groth, Gary Groth, Randy Gullickson, Mark Hall, Patricia Hammes, Beverly Hammes, Michael Hanson, Cynthia Hanson, David Hanson, Leona Heider, William Higdon, Janeen Hundt, Charles lsakson, Gary Johnson, Michael Kendhammer, Glen Kendhammer, Jocelyn Kinder, Mary Kneifl, Duane Kneifl, Sharon Lenox, Steven Liebl, Randy Liles, Larry Lueck, Carl Mahlum, Jeffrey McClintock, Karen Miller, Michael Ming, Jerrold Muenzenberger, Edward Nelson, Donald Olson, Holly Olson, Peter Osgood, Randy 34 Sophs Reflect Awareness of Far Horizons Pearson. Ivan Pettis, Gary Pralle, Harry Puent, Michael Rapraeger, Deborah Raymer, Paul Runingen, Ethel Schimke, Barrett Schwier, Stanley Seeger, David Semlar, Jill Servais, Dale Severson, Jeffrey Severson, Robert Silha, Larry Skemp, Terry Stavlo, James Strong, James Sweeney, Robert Tauscher, Alan Tauscher, Sharon Tryggestad, Michael Turner, Timothy Tyler, S. Todd Walter, Michael Wee, Dennis Wesoloski, Marie Witte, Curtis Wood, Vickie Zellmer, James CLASS OFFICERS: treasurer Mark Olson, secretary Lyn-ette Wuensch, vice-president Pamela Eggen, and president John Huxsahl. It has to be in here somewhere! Anderson, Patricia Bahr, Dale Bahr, Duane Bangsberg. Michael Barnes, Jean Beers, Patsy Bina, Karen Brave, Kathleen Buisman, Ronald Caffrey, Kathyrn Chester, Virginia Clements, LaVerne FRESHMEN SEARCH FOR ACCEPTANCE Cottone, Lester Daily, Rebecca Davis, Michael Dunlap, Ronald Euler, William Fennigkoh, Corinne Ferguson, Anne Friell, Joan Garthwaite, Pamela Gaskill, Patricia Gilster, Michael Halverson, Charles Hass, Arthur Hendrickson, Randy Hetland, Mary Hundt, Debra Hundt, Peter Indahl, Alan Jacobs, Dorrene Johnson, Cathy Johnston, Eric Kalor, Thomas Kattestad, Ann Kneifl, Thomas Knutson, Russel Kornmeyer, Bernard Krueger, 11a Mashak, Samuel Mau, James McClintock, Jenny McClintock, Renee Mellor, Rodney Meyer, Debra Michelson, Steven Miles, David Miller, Cynthia 36 CLASS OFFICERS-Treasurer Michael Adams, Secretary Corinne Bergh, Vice-President Timothy Morris and President Glenn Martin. SEEK UNKNOWN GOALS Some days last forever! Muenzenberger, Lynn Nelson, Robert Oesterle, Wayne Oldenburg, Roger Olson, Marjorie Osgood, Rita Paul, Joseph Paul, Leslie Peterson, Jeffrey Ray, Mary Reece, Pamela Rogers, David Rondorf, Patricia Schomberg, Colleen Schomberg, Jerrel Schumacher, Donna Sennes, Dale Severson, Gary Stark, Duane Stelloh, Valerie Storandt, Rebecca Strittmater, Denise Strong, Debra Tauscher, Joan Tauscher, Susan Waller, Warren Walters, Tracy Wilcox, Theresa Wooden, Michael Zellmer, John � • Enjoying a punch break-Donald Bahr, Janet Stelloh, Beverly Gerke, and Jon Bergh. Henry Waldenberger and Jeanine Schumacher take time out for refreshments. Bethany Higdon and Paula Stavlo host a pre-prom party for guests Marilyn Isbell, Thomas Bonsall. Helen Onsrud.and Steven Anderson. 40 JOURNEY TO ANCIENT EGYPT - KHARTOUM Thomas Bonsall requests the pleasure of the next dance with Marilyn Isbell. “Khartoum”, theme of the 1968 junior class prom, featured an Egyptian setting. Decorations of pyramids, palm trees, and sand dunes accented the scene. More than fifty couples danced to the music of the Modernaires. The crowning of King Joseph Servais and Queen Paula Stavlo at 10:30 p.m. climaxed the evening. Lovely ladies of the court discuss the evening-Pamela Tauscher, Kathleen Kinder, Marilyn Isbell, Helen Onsrud, and Bethany Higdon. 41 Highlights of the Fall Calendar Harvest Dance princesses Debra Stelloh and Lynette Schmidt pose with Queen Lois Gerke who beams with happiness. A pep rally, the bonfire and selection of Queen Marlene Isbell opened the 1968 Homecoming. Anker Knudson, Parade Marshal, headed a line of floats, bands, and marchers which proceeded down Main Street. Victory over Melrose-Mindoro boosted the spirits of all for the Homecoming weekend. Students and alumni danced to the music of the Molly McQuires. The organization and festivities testified to the efforts of the Student Council and its advisor Nalrae Horman. Russet corn shocks, orange pumpkins, and artistic murals reflected the autumn spirit of the 1968 Harvest Dance. King Joseph Servais and Queen Lois Gerke reigned over the social event sponsored by the F.F.A. and F.H.A. Music by the K and D Bootery Company enlivened the evening. Ecstatic with surprise, Queen Marlene Isbell receives the torch while Kathleen Kinder and Helen Onsrud look on. 42 Happy seniors receive first place in the Homecoming parade on their float, A Bam Bam Victory.” Lois Gerke, Queen of the Harvest Dance, begins her reign with King Joseph Servais, her escort. 1968 Homecoming Parade Marshal Anker Knudson waves to his subjects with royal pleasure. Michael Hall and Jeanette Garbers recall pleasant memories at the Harvest Dance. 43 Sewing seams with satisfaction-Debbie Gilbertson, Linda Schliebe. and Lois Gerke. “We Face the Future with Warm Courage Dreaming of the future-Kathy Bruha, Violet Mellor, and Linda Schomburg. The West Salem chapter of the Future Homemakers of America participated in the fall rally at Bangor which focused on the national project, “Jobs, Careers, and You.” This theme was emphasized at the Green Lake Convention attended by Chris Olson, Cindy Strittmater, Lois Gerke, and Sandy Ruud, and Mrs. Roberta Severson, F.H.A. advisor. The F.H.A. and F.F.A. cooperatively sponsored the annual Harvest Dance and a pot luck supper as well as installation of officers. Those accepting their responsibilities were Chris Olson, president; Cindy Strittmater, vice-president; Lios Gerke, secretary; Kathy Bruha, treasurer; Debbie Gilbertson, parliamentarian; Linda Schliebe, historian; and Oriel Lee Runingen, reporter. To encourage freshman participation, the chapter initiated the Big Sister-Little Sister program. Each girl selected a new member to guide through the year’s activities. Fifty-nine new candidates were added to the chapter to make a total of 102 in F.H.A. for 1968-69. SUITED FOR SPRING-Debbie Hanson and Sally Silha. and High Hope An outdoor scene featuring a pond, rose trellis, and multi-hued flowers set the scene for the spring style show, “Fashion Has Action”. Work, school, sport, and date fashions reflected the creative ability of the Future Homemakers of America models. SEWN FOR ACTION-Sandy Ruud, Melody Schimke, and Cindy Strittmater. Debbie Stelloh displays the art of modeling. 45 F.F.A. ACTION FOR SATISFACTION The West Salem Future Farmers of America, an affiliate of the national organization, promotes varied activities, both educational and recreational. Participation in state and local judging contests is prominent among the club's annual activities. Presentation of awards and naming of the chapter sweetheart, Kathleen Kinder, highlighted the 1967-68 year. At the 1968-69 banquet Mr. Dale Weber, F.F.A. advisor, awarded trophies donated by local merchants in the project areas of crops, dairying, swine, and beef. Officers confer on a future plan of action Ken Berg, treasurer; Joe Servais, vice-president, Mr. Weber, advisor; Ron Kopman. reporter; Dennis Tryggestad, sentinel; Hal Schomberg. secretary. Absent Eugene Linse, president. Mark Olson, Ken Berg, and Bill Heidcr judge a dairy animal rated excellent. Glen Martin and Mickey Gilster receive Greenhand pins from Dale Weber at the Greenhand initiation. 1968-69 LETTERMEN’S CLUB-Front Row: Randy Witt, Ronald Nicolai, Steven Gaskill, Dennis Wee, Daniel Hammes, Michael Hall, Michael Hammes, Robert Sweeney, Kenneth Berg, Gary Groth, John Zellmer. Second Row: Ronald Koopman, Bruce Friell, Jon Bergh, Richard Davis, Donald Bahr, Steven Willinger, Thomas Bartlett, James Zellmer, Calvin Cottone, James Olson, Timothy Morris. Back Row: Randy Griffin, David Jensen, Jerrold Ming, Duane Witte, William Bahan, John Griswold, James Cull mann, Gary Osgood, Thomas Sprain, Steven Anderson, Joseph Servais, Steven Severson, David Hanson, Steven Puent, Eugene Linse. LETTERMEN'S CLUB COMPLETES SECOND YEAR SENIOR ATHLETES OF 1968: Steve Anderson, basketball and football; Gary Osgood, basketball and football; Tom Sprain, basketball and football; Jim Olson, track; are congratulated by Jerry Kramer, Green Bay Packer offensive guard, speaker for the 1968 Athletic Banquet. The Lettcrmen’s Club, under the ad-visorship of Mr. Thomas Carroll, completed its second year as an active organization. The club enables athletes with common interests to have an opportunity to unite. Among the Lettermen’s Club’s activities were sponsoring the annual Athletic Banquet and raising funds for a football score-board. The Lettermen’s Club elected officers for the 1968-69 school year-Richard Davis, treasurer; Thomas Sprain, President; Joseph Servais, vice-president. 47 Gammer Competes in State Contest Jane Stamstad challenges Linda Sch-liebe in a mad cap scene. Sixteenth century farce was brought to life through the wildly funny production of “Gammer Gurton’s Needle.’’ Directed by Mr. Rodney Op-priecht, the capable cast cut comic capers in three separate Forensic Contests. This award winning one-act was also enjoyed by several groups in the community. The famous faces of “Gammer” will long be remembered at West Salem High School. Forensic speakers also brought home honors from several speech contests. The Drama Club remained active throughout the year building sets, sewing costumes, and studying basic emotional responses essential to effective dramatic production. Tom Jacobs confesses, “This much I can say; the needle is lost.” 48 “I have it by the mass, Gammer.” shouts John Griswold to Linda Schliebe. “I must have control of her-” Charmaine Wee, Pamela Tauscher, Jane Stamstad, Renee Storandt. Thespians Challenged by Miracle Worker “You’ll learn to eat like a lady-” Pamela Tauscher, Charmaine Wee. Pamela Tauscher and Charmaine Wee gave new dimension to the intensely dramatic story, “The Miracle Worker.” Working to achieve a high degree of believability and excellent theater production, the cast presented a polished show. Under the direction of Miss Linda Neve, the gripping drama of Helen Keller’s life in darkness was a highlight in the year’s drama program. For one rare moment, our school gymnasium was turned into a living theater. A sad farewell- Thomas Jacobs, Marie Wesoloski, Pamela Tauscher, La Vonne Greene. Front Row: Janeen Higdon, Vickie Meyer, Pamela Eggen. 49 David Miles and Mike Walter update the hall school calendar. Roger Walter and Henry Waldenberger conduct sales for the newly-founded noon hour concession stand. Refreshments prepared by the Home Economics classes added to the Christmas program presented by the Student Council. Mike Hammes collects student gripes for Council consideration. 50 Student Council officers conduct booster button sales: Charmaine Wee. vice-president; Jeanette Garbers, secretary; advisor Mrs. Nalrae Horman: Barbara Luedtke, treasurer. STUDENT COUNCIL - GOVERNMENT IN PRACTICE The Student Council attempted to serve as a liason between students, faculty, and administration. As a service and legislative organization, the Council provided a well-planned Homecoming, a Veteran’s Day ceremony, and a Christmas Dance for the student body. As an added privilege for the students, the Council organized a noon-time concession stand. Acting as a student sounding board under the advisorship of Mrs. Nalrae Horman, the organization aired complaints received from the newly installed gripe box. An important facet of the second semester activities is conduction elections for class representatives to the Council. Mary Jo Hetland, Thomas Sprain-giving the school the spirit of the Christmas season. 51 OFFICERS: Margaret Anderson, Patsy Grosskopf, Thomas Jacobs, and Jeanine Schumacher prepare the agenda for a monthly meeting. Showing the convenience of recorders is Mr. Thomas O'Brien, French instructor, and students, Dale Bahr and Joanne Wilcox, standing, and Marie Wesoloski, seated. French Club Furthers Fluency, Culture Even a model of the Eiffel Tower is taller than some people-Bonita Merchlewitz, Jerrold Ming, and William Euler. Under the new advisorship of Mr. Thomas O’Brien, Le Cercle Francais endeavors to promote French culture in the West Salem community. Through its varied activities, the French Club strives to gain a fluent grasp of the language and acquaint members with French traditions, holidays, and celebrations. The officers-Pat Grosskopf, president: Tom Jacobs, Vic vice-president; Jeanine Schumacher, secretary; and Peggy Anderson, treasurer—conducted this year’s meetings, open for the first time to all French students or those who had previously studied the language. Michael Adams, Candace Bussian, Timothy Morris, and Helen Onsrud consider the regions of France. 52 Jeanine Schumacher, Sandra Ruud, advisor Mrs. June Sletteland. Christine Olson, and Helen Onsrud read with pride a member’s National Honor Society certificate. N.H.S. Installs Twenty-Four Members Induction ceremonies for twenty-four students on October 15, 1968, launched the National Honor Society on its second year at W.S.H.S. Leading the society of twenty-eight members are Christine Olson, president; Charmaine Wee, vice-president; Helen Onsrud. secretary; Pamela Ser-vais, treasurer and Debra Hanson, historian, with Mrs. June Sletteland as advisor. A faculty committee composed of Principal Mr. William Smillie, Mrs. Marie Sanders, Mrs. Karen Hansen, Miss Patricia Ulrich, and Mrs. Roberta Severson help in promoting the standards Junior class N.H.S. initiates each light a symbolic candle-Pamela Servais, Linda of membership—scholarship, leader-Schliebe, Randy Witt, Janet Stelloh. and Mary Michelson. S ‘P’ character, and service. 1968-69 senior N.H.S. initiates review articles of the organization—Pamela Tauscher, Joleen Willard, Charmaine Wee, Nancy Alverado. 53 Distributing literature for reports Kathleen Brave, Colleen Schomberg, Patricia Sweeney, Ann Kattestad. F.T.A. - TRAINING Planning party costumes for the Halloween party at Sunnymede Mary Diekroeger, Jane Friell, Sue Beyersdorf, Jill Semlar, Barbara Bruha. Preparing a bulletin board Patricia Sweeney, Laurene Brown, Laurie Semlar, Vickie Meyer, Mary Breidel. Planning the agenda of business-Candace Bussian. Beverly Hammes, LaVonne Greene, Mrs. Joan Solie, Lynette Wuensch. The Future Teachers of America Club is an organization dedicated to helping students become interested in teaching as a career. Highlights of this year’s program, under the advisorship of Mrs. Joan Solie. were the establishment of a new honor point system, the presentation of holiday parties for the children at Sunnymede School, preparation of special projects for National Education Week and Teacher Career Month, and the assisting of elementary and high school teachers in the classroom. The officers are La Vonne Greene, president; Lynette Wuensch, vice-president; Beverly Hammes, secretary; and Candace Bussian, treasurer. FOR TOMORROW 54 Library Club - A Service Organization Student librarian, Sonia Mashak, assists Linda Osterle in checking out her book. Student librarians assist in making the library an asset to the students and faculty of W.S.H.S. This year the club initiated for their program the revolving officer plan, which gives members a better chance to become involved in leadership responsibilities. Annual events for 1968-69 included Book Week, a Library Club dance, and the initiation party. New club activities consisted of two fall fairs introducing over 500 new books to faculty and students. 55 Becky Daily and Ila Krueger place reference magazines in order. Photo Club Explores New Processes Todd Tyler, John Zellmer, and Donald Nelson listen to an explanation of the use of the automated print processor by Mr. Wayne Jurgensen, advisor. With the addition of chemicals and modern equipment for the darkroom, the Photo Club moved to instant print development and color photography in 1968-69. The club provides photo service to organizations and for the school public relations program. Its prime objective is to offer experience and training for students with a special interest in photography. Peter Miller, James Olson, and Henry Waldenberger prepare to develop the first roll of film taken with the new camera. James Erickson, Paul Raymer, and Gary Isakson develop skill in enlarging pictures. Mark Olson and Harold Ferguson mix chemicals for processing films and prints. Absent-George Miles. 56 Associate Head of Layout, Charmaine Wee, and Yearbook Editor, Joleen Willard, work on master layouts with layout assistants Mary Diekroeger and Sherry Brown. TYPISTS: Jackie Wuensch, Kathy McClintock, and Lynette Hemker get copymat direction from Associate Head Patricia Jeffers. Absent: Mary Ann Romskog. 69 NESHONOC Highlights School Activities Typists Marlene Isbell, Jeanette Garbers, Marilyn Isbell, and Janet Muenzenberger meet the next deadline. The 1969, under the advisorship of Mrs. Marie B. Sanders, published a ninety-seven page yearbook and moved it to block advertising. For the third consecutive year, the yearbook was produced by an all-school staff. Dedication ceremonies honored Mrs. Karen Hansen, Onalaska, teacher of art at West Salem Schools for eight years. Cynthia Strittmater, Barbara Luedtke, and Vicki Meyer decide a fine point of indexing with Associate Editor Paula Stavlo. ,llsHOA0r Associate Editor Patsy Grosskopf arranges faculty, administration, and personnel pages with Peggy Anderson, Melody Schimke, and Marie Wesoloski. Staff Names SPORTS EDITORS: Ryan Lee. track; Jerry Ming, basketball; Steve Anderson, golf; Eugene Linse, basketball, organize the sports coverage iwth Sports Associate Head, John Huxsahl. Planning photographs for the school clubs-Mark Olson, Donald Nelson, Sandy Ruud, Debra Stelloh. Absent—Christine Olson. Photographer Henry Waldenberger consults with Social Editor Kathleen Bruha. Staff assistants Kathleen Kinder, Lynette Schmidt, and Sandra Mashak choose informal shots with Associate Editor Sally Silha. Mrs. Karen Hansen Dedicatee of 1969 Pat Hall, Cindy Hammes, and Linda Johnston confer on copy with Copy Editor Pamela Tauscher. EDITORS-Jane Stamstad, cheerleaders; Roger Walter, basketball; Debra Hanson, underclassmen; and Thomas Sprain, baseball, relax for a moment. 59 Debra Hanson Chorus accompanist. Front Row: Karen Bina, Rita Craig, Mary Bangsberg, Beverly Gerke, Bonnie Baker. Second Row: Nancy Alverado, Charmaine Wee, Lynette Schmidt, Susan Lenser. Third Row: Barbara Luedtke, Jane Stamstad, Debra Stclloh, Valerie Stelloh, Cheryl Graff. Absent: La Vonne Greene. MUSIC - Front Row: Michael Hall, Gregory Murphy. Richard Davis. Back Row: Thomas Bonsall, George Miles, Mark Brauer. Thomas Jacobs, Donald Schmidt, Rodney Mellor. Absent: Lonnie Johnson, David Jensen. Debra Stelloh elected outstanding chorus student. 60 Mark Brauer chosen Outstanding Chorus Student. Front Row: Susan Tauscher, Jenny McClintock, Lois Gerke, Sandi Strong. Donna Schumacher. Second Row: Linda Oesterle, Ann Balmer, Linda Johnston, Cynthia Strittmater, Debra Hundt, Debra Strong. Third Row: Mary Ann Roms-kog, Dana Walters, Violet Mellor, Donna Kammel, Laurie Semlar. A UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE The forty-five voice WSHS mixed choir, under the direction of Mr. Gary Virch, spent the year preparing and presenting varied vocal activities. The triple trio, consisting of nine girls, along with the newly re-established thirty-voice Girls’ Glee Club, participated in the Christmas and Farewell concerts as well as the spring choral contest. All vocal groups succeeded in accomplishing their goal: establishing communication between choir and audience. Sandra Strong. Charnraine Wee Linda Johnston, Cynthia Hammes, Jeanette Garbers, Joleen Willard. Nancy Alvarado, Debra Stelloh. Jane Stamstad. Seated: Debra Hanson, Helen Onsrud. 61 CONCERTS, CLINICS, Pamela Tauscher selected as Outstanding Band Student. Front Row: Eric Johnston. Melody Schimke, Rita Osgood, Pamela Tauscher, Lonnie Johnson. Absent: John Zellmer. Back Row: Corinne Bergh. Kathleen Brave, David Hanson, Jane Stamstad. Front Row: Ronald Nicolai. Keith Johnson. James Cullmann. Back Row: Edward Muenzenberger, David Rogers, Rodney Mellor, Bruce Friell, Duane Knutson. Mark Brauer, Michael Walter. Pantherettes contribute enthusiasm. COMPETITION MARK BAND'S ACTIVE YEAR Front Row: Debra Gilbertson, Marie Wesoloski, Corrine Fennigkoh, Patsy Beers, John Huxsahl. Back Row: Steven Michelson, Paul Raymer, Larry Nelson, William Euler, Dale Bahr, Timothy Morris. Football and basketball games, parades and contests,concerts and clinics! The fifty-five piece West Salem concert and marching band was there; at the La Crescent Apple Festival, the LaCrosse Octoberfest Parade, and the music clinics throughout the state. Band students interested in competing with the area musicians vied for honors in solo and ensemble, and concert events at Tornah in March and May, respectively. The newly formed Pantherette marching unit which won much publicity for the music department has contributed greatly to the success of the 1968-69 music program under the direction of Mr. Gary Virch. Corrine Fennigkoh, Violet Mellor, Jane Stamstad, Mark Brauer, Mr. Virch. Front Row: Cynthia Miller, Linda Johnston. Debra Hanson, Mary Diekroeger, Joan Friell. Second Row: Pamela Reece, Patricia Rondorf, Mary Hetland. Violet Mellor. Cynthia Gaskill, Mary Ray. Third Row: Ann Kattestad, Mary Chester, Pamela Garthwaite, Rebecca Storandt, Colleen Schomberg, Sue Beyersdorf, Margaret Anderson. 63 Corrine Bergh, Kathleen Brave. David Hanson, Jane Stamstad. SCORES w.s. 14 Royall 25 w.s. 6 Whitehall 13 w.s. 1 Holmen 0 w.s. 13 Mel-Mindoro 7 w.s. 0 Onalaska 31 w.s. 13 Gale-Ettrick 21 w.s. 25 Arcadia 18 w.s. 12 Bangor 6 w.s. 26 Trempealeau 0 Forfeit The Panther defensive line thwarts another opponent. A-TEAM-Front Row: Managers Timothy Morris, Michael Cavadini, John Zellmer. Second Row: William Bahan, Dennis Wee, Thomas Bartlett, Daniel Hammes, Michael Ham-mes, Steven Willinger, Dennis Tryggestad, Ronald Nicolai, Michael Hall, Dennis Gonia. Third Row: Coach Tom Car-roll, Donald Bahr, Richard Davis, Randy Witt, Robert Mulder, Steven Hemker, Steven Gaskill, Stephen Puent, Randall Griffin, Bruce Friell, Coach Ted Ledman. Fourth Row: Steven Anderson, Duane Witte, Steven Severson, Joseph Servais, Gary Osgood, Thomas Sprain, John Griswold, Jerry Ming. Missing:Thomas Adams. 66 Steve Anderson finds the going tough. B-TEAM—Front Row: William Euler. Dennis Gerke, James Strong, Ivan Pearson, Curtis Witte, James Cullman, Michael Adams, Duane Stark, Carl Lueck. Second Row: Larry Silha, Steven Michelson, Robert Sweeney, Jeffrey Peterson, Ronald Buisman, James Mau, Michael Miller, La Verne Clements. David Rogers, Gene Gonia, Manager Timothy Morris. Third Row: Arthur Hass, Gary Severson, James Zellmer, Michael Gilster, Dale Balir, James Stavlo, Larry Liles, Randy Osgood, Rodney Mellor, Samuel Ma-shak. Dale Sennes, Russel Knutson, Coach James Zanter. PANTHERS STRIVE FOR VICTORY The West Salem Panthers, under the direction of Coaches Ted Ledman and Tom Carroll, overcame a rugged schedule to finish high in the conference. The tough Panther defense, led by lettermen Don Bahr, Joe Servais, Steve Anderson, Gary Osgood, and Rich Davis harrassed opponents into making many costly mistakes. High points of the season included a well-earned Homecoming victory over highly regarded Melrose-Mindoro, a near upset over Gale-Ettrick (the eventual Coulee Conference champion), and landing of all-conference berths by Don Bahr and Gary Osgood. 67 And the race goes on! W.S. 35 La Farge 18 W.S. 20 La Crescent 31 W.S. 9 Arcadia 37 W.S. 41 Trempealeau 13 w.s. 16 Westby 38 w.s. 30 Gale-Ettrick 22 w.s. 25 Mel-Min 31 w.s. 28 Holmen 21 w.s. 19 Sparta 23 w.s. 21 Onalaska 26 Dennis Tryggestad outmuscles his opponent. Dennis Wee prepares to duel it out on the mat. 68 Conference winner James Olson JUNIOR VARSITY— Front Row: Michael Tryggestad, Robert Sweeney, Donald Nelson. Back Row: Ivan Pearson, Lynn Meyer, Daniel Sweeney, Thomas Kalor. GRAPPLERS ENCOUNTER RIGOROUS COMPETITION VARSITY SQUAD-Front Row: Jerrel Schomberg, Kenneth Berg, James Olson, Steven Walter, Paul Raymer, Calvin Cottone. Back Row: Coach Warr-iner, Dennis Wee, Donald Bahr, James Stavlo, Thomas Jacobs, Dennis Tryggestad, Steven Puent, Michael Miller. Coach Harry Warriner, assisted by Bob Martell, led the Panther wrestling squad through the 1968-69 season. Vying for prowess as a conference power, the grapplers placed fourth in conference standings. Outstanding wrestlers of the season were James Olson, receiving first place at 112 pounds at the conference meet; Donald Bahr, placing second at 165 pounds; and Steven Puent and Steven Walter, receiving third at 138 pounds and 120 pounds, respectively. Dedication and strenuous practice on the part of each individual led to the development of physical skill and agility for the entire team. 69 W.S. 66 New Lisbon 63 w.s. 58 Holmen 68 w.s. 72 Melrose-Mindoro 60 w.s. 19 Onalaska 35 W.S. 60 Gale-Ettrick 72 W.S. 57 Arcadia 64 w.s. 73 Whitehall 87 w.s. 60 Bangor 57 W.S. 49 Blair 71 w.s. 79 Trempealeau 67 w.s. 76 Holmen 80 w.s. 80 Royall 74 w.s. 58 Melrose-Mindoro 69 w.s. 44 Onalaska 82 W.S. 63 Gale-Ettrick 93 W.S. 51 Arcadia 77 w.s. 54 Bangor 61 w.s. 75 Trempealeau 64 denotes non-conference Panther cagers Steve Anderson, Eugene Linse, and Tom Sprain fight for position as Gary Osgood attempts to control the tip. Accurate shot Steve Anderson scores against Onalaska. Bill Bahan lets go with another jumper. 70 Leading rebounder Tom Sprain garners another one. PANTHER CAGERS BATTLE COULEE CONFERENCE A-TEAM-Front Row: Randy Witt, Thomas Adams, Eugene Linse, Thomas Bonsall, Randy Osgood. Back Row: Randy Griffin, John Griswold, Thomas Sprain, Gary Osgood, Steven Anderson, Steven Severson, Coach Thomas Carroll. Absent: William Bahan. Under new head coach Tom Car-roll, the Panthers varsity experimented with several offensive tactics, while the defense changed to suit each opponent’s offense. Handicapped by a height disadvantage in nearly every game, the Panther cagers had to rely on their speed and determination. Returning for next year’s powerhouse are Thomas Adams, John Griswold, Randy Witt, and Robert Severson. 71 JUNIOR VARSITY BAFFLES FOE The 1968-69 basketball season proved to be one of many close games for Coach Alan Niefeldt and his B-Team cagers. Outstanding members of the team included Gary Groth, Jim Cullmann, and David Hanson, with Jim Zell-mer, Michael Walter, and Jerry Ming adding additional strength. w.s. 38 New Lisbon 46 w.s. 30 Holmen 42 w.s. 40 Melrose-Mindoro 38 w.s. 51 Onalaska 56 W.S. 40 Gale-Ettrick 33 w.s. 49 Arcadia 22 w.s. 28 Bangor 27 w.s. 58 Trempealeau 29 W.s. 24 Holmen 30 w.s. 36 Royall 44 w.s. 51 Melrose-Mindoro 43 w.s. 40 Onalaska 41 w.s. 36 Gale-Ettrick 41 W.S. 59 Arcadia 36 w.s. 50 Bangor 29 W.S. 51 Trempealeau 29 denotes non-conference Gary Osgood battles opposition for loose ball. B-TEAM-Front Row: James Zellmer, James Cullmann, Randy Groth, Michael Walter, David Hanson, Gary Groth, Jerrold Ming, James Strong. Back Row: Coach Alan Niedfeldt, Michael Adams, Eric Johnston, Russel Knutson, James Mau, Timothy Morris, John Zellmer, William Euler, Manager Barry Schimke. 72 Pat Hall and Beth Higdon, two cheerleaders who boost school spirit Cheerleaders Jan Garbers. Jane Stamstad, and Pam Tauscher beam with ecstasy through the display of creative slo-as they lead the student body in cheers at the 1968 Homecoming bonfire. gans and characters in our school halls. CHEERLEADERS KINDLE SCHOOL SPIRIT Planning a pep rally Front Row: Beth Higdon, Jan Garbers, Jean Onsrud. Second Row: Jane Stamstad, Pam Tauscher, Mrs. Maurita Robarge. WSHS cheerleaders for the 1968-69 school year, under the direction of Mrs. Maurita Robarge, provided guidance in promoting school spirit. A-Team captain, Pam Tauscher; Jane Stamstad, Jean Onsrud, Beth Higdon, and Jeanette Garbers; B-Team captain, Pat Hall; Cindy Gaskill, Lynette Hemker, Terry Groth, and Diane Cottone comprised the ten cheer enthusiasts. Duties performed by the cheerleaders consisted of painting posters, selling tickets, and preparing form as well as cheering at football and basket;-ball games. Pep rallies organized by them proved to be occasions when school spirit and enthusiasm rose to new heights. The cheerleaders, a vital part of our athletic program, share the elation and depression of victory and defeat. B-Team captain Pat Hall demonstrates fundamentals of a new Panther cheer to team members Diane Cottone, Lyn Hemker, Terry Groth, and Cindy Gaskill. 73 GOPHERS SPARK INTRAMURAL PLAY Rich Davis drives the lane. The 1968-69 intramural program under the direction of Mr. A. John Englerth completed another highly successful season. The Gophers handily captured first place honors. Top scorers for the season were Duane Witte with 272 points for an average of 20.9; Tom Ellis with 246 points for an average of 20.6; and Steve Gaskill with 217 points for an average of 16.6. Highlight of the season was choosing the all-star team which will play in the annual faculty -all-star event. LEAD CHAMPION GOPHERS: Harold Ferguson, Roger Walter, Joseph Servais, Thomas Ellis, Rodney Mellor, and Robert Mulder. Absent: Larry Nelson. Buckeyes and Razorbacks poised for the tip. 74 Gary Groth. Dave Hanson, and Randy strates his putting skill. The all-important moment before the backswing. Groth look on as Coach Merwin demon- Under the watchful eyes of golfers Severson, Brauer, and Ming, John Huxsahl attempts an approach shot. GOLFERS LOOK TO THE FUTURE Coach William Merwin’s golf team finished third in the 1968 conference. Highlights of the season included defeating Arcadia by one stroke on their own course, and Steve Anderson’s winning second place honors in the conference meet. Though the team finished third, ’68 was a year of rebuilding, as the squad will have four returning lettermen and many capable golfers fighting for the coveted fifth spot. GOLF TEAM Front Row: Randy Witt, Robert Severson, John Huxsahl, Coach William Merwin, Gary Pischke. Ronald Nicolai. Second Row: Gary Groth, Randy Groth, Steven Willinger, Steven Anderson, William Bahan, Steven Hemker. Third Row: Mark Brauer, David Hanson, Steven Gaskill, Gary Osgood, Thomas Sprain, James Cullmann, Keith Johnson. Absent: Jerry Ming. 75 TRACK - TRAINING IN STAMINA, CONTROL TRACK TEAM Front Row: Manager Henry Waldenberg-er. Gary Isakson. Steven Walter, James Olson. James Zell-mer. Back Row: Jon Bergh. Thomas Jacobs, Eugene Linse, Dennis Wee, Coach James Connor. With speed and agility. Jim Zellmer runs the low hurdles. Dennis Wee gets set for another throw. Eugene Linse takes off, straining for distance. 76 CONFERENCE ON THE MOUND Gary Osgood. Coach Alan Niedfeldt. and Jim Cullmann. w.s. 2 Onalaska 4 w.s. 10 Holmen 8 w.s. 12 G-Ettrick 17 w.s. 1 Arcadia 11 w.s. 6 Mel-Mindoro 12 w.s. 2 Trempealeau 0 w.s. 0 Bangor 2 w.s. 3 Onalaska 11 w.s. 7 Holmen 2 w.s. 9 G-Ettrick 10 w.s. 8 Arcadia 12 w.s. 2 Mel-Mindoro 6 w.s. 2 Trempealeau 6 w.s. 3 Bangor TOURNAMENT 16 w.s. 4 Onalaska in 9 innings 5 PANTHERS DEVELOP DIAMOND PROWESS Steve Anderson raps out a hit during batting practice. The 1968 baseball team, comprised of thirteen underclassmen. fought to a 3-11 record in conference play. 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West Salem, Wisconsin In the center of West Salem, Wisconsin FARMERS COOPERATIVE SUPPLY SHIPPING ASSOCIATION and COULEE REGION’S LARGEST FARM SUPPLY West Salem, Wisconsin 786-2331 Adams, Michael 37,52,67,72 Adams, Thomas 32,71 ALVARADO, NANCY 31,53,60,61 Anderson, Barbara 32 Anderson, Margaret 34,52,58,63 Anderson, Patricia 36 ANDERSON, STEVEN 27,40,47,58, 66,67,70,71,72,75,77 Aspenson, David 34 BAHAN, WILLIAM 6,26,47,66,75 Bahr, Dale 36,52,63,67 Bahr, Donald 32,40,47,66,69,74 Bahr, Duane 36 BAHR, RUDOLPH 28 BAKER, BONNIE 24,60 Balnrer, Ann 32,61 BANGSBERG, MARY 5,24,60 Bangsberg, Michael 36 Barnes, Jean 36 Bartlett, Thomas 32,47,66 Beier, Gretchen 32,57 Berg, Kenneth 32,46,47,69 Bergh, Corinne 37,62,63 Bergh, Jon 32,40,47,76 Beers, Patsy 36,63 Beyersdorf, Sue 6,34,54,57,63 Bina, Karen 36,60 BONSALL, THOMAS 6,30,40,41,60, 71 Brauer, Mark 32,60,61,62,63,75 Brave, Kathleen 36,54,62,63 Breidel, Mary 32,54 Brown, Laurene 32,54,62 Brown, Sherry 34,57,62 Brown, Vicky 34 Bruha, Barbara 6,34,54 BRUHA, KATHLEEN 24,44,59 Buchner, Thomas 34 Buisman, Ronald 36,67 Buol, Belinda 34 Bussian, Candace 32,52,54 Caffrey, Kathryn 36 Cavadini, Michael 32,66 Chalsma, Karen 34 CHALSMA, LINDA 25 CHESTER, BONDALEE 26 Chester, Mary 32,63 Chester, Virginia 36 Ciano, Donald 34 Clements, La Verne 36,67 COTTONE, CALVIN 24,47,69 Cottone, Diane 34,73 Cottone, Lester 36 CRAIG, RITA 26,60 Cullmann, Linda 32 Cullmann, James 34,47,62,67,72,75,77 Daily, Rebecca 36,55 INDEX Dahl. Janet 32 Dahl, Michael 34 Davis, Michael 36 DAVIS, RICHARD 25,43,47,60,66 Davis, Robert 34 Diekrocger, Mary 34,54,57,63 DUNLAP, MERV1N 29 Dunlap, Ronald 36 Dunlap, Ruth 32 Eggen, Pamela 35,49 ELLIS, THOMAS 27,74 Erickson, James 34,56 Euler, William 36,52,63,67,72 Fenningkoh, Byron 32 Fenningkoh, Corinne 36,63 Ferguson, Anne 36 Ferguson, Harold 34,56,74 Friell, Bruce 32,47,62,66 Friell, Jane 34,54,57,62 Friell, Joan 36,63 Garbers, Diane 34 Garbers, Jeanette 32,43,51,57,61,73 Garthewaite, Pamela 36,63 Gaskill, Cynthia 32,36,73 Gaskill, Patricia 36 GASKILL, STEVE 27,47,66,75 Gerke, Beverly 32,40,60 Gerke, Dennis 34,67 GERKE, LOIS 30,42,43,44,61 Ghelfi, Thomas 32 Ghelfi, Sandra 34 Gilbertson, Debra 32,44,63 Gilster, Michael 36,46,67 Gonia, Dennis 32,66 Gonia,Gene 34,67,74 GRAFF, CHERYL 24,60 Greene, La Vonne 32,49,54,62 Greene, Raenel 32 Griffin, Randall 32,47,66,71 Griswold, John 5,6,32,47,48,66,71 Grosskopf, Patsy 32,52,58 GROSSKOPF, CONNIE 30 Groth,Gary 34,47,72,75 Groth, Randy 34.72,75 Groth, Theresa 32,73 Gullickson, Mark 34 GULL1CKSON, PHILIP 29 Hall, Michael 33,43,47,60,66 Hall, Patricia 4,34,59,62,73 Halverson, Charles 36 Hammes, Beverly 34,54 HAMMES, CYNTHIA 30,59,61 HAMMES, DANIEL 47,66 Hammes, Michael 34,47,50,66 Hanson, Cynthia 34 Hanson, David 6,34,47,62,63,72,75 Hanson. Debra 33,45,59,60,61,63 Hanson, Leona 34 HANSON, STEVEN 30 Hass, Arthur 36,67 Hass, Joy 33 Heider, William 34,46 Hemker, Lynette 33,57,73 Hemker, Steven 33,66,74,75 Hendrickson, Randy 36 Preparing the winning float-Seniors Fred Vance, Jean Onsrud. Hetland, Mary 36,5 i ,63 HIGDON, BETHANY 5,24,40,41,73 Higdon, Janeen 34,49 HOUSER, JOAN 30 HULBERG, EVERETT 25 Hulberg, Rose 33 Hundt, Charles 34 Hundt, Debra 36,61 Hundt, Peter 36 Huxsahl, John 4,35,58,63,75 tndahl, Alan 36 Isakson, Gary 34,56,76 ISBELL, MARILYN 26,40,41,57 ISBELL, MARLENE 28,42.57 Jacobs, Dorrene 36 Jacobs, Thomas 33,48,49,52,60,69,76 JACOBSON, JANET 24 JEFFERS, PATRICIA 26,57 JENSEN, DAVID 24,47 Johnson, Cathy 36,62 JOHNSON, EILEEN 24 Johnson, Kathleen 33 Johnson, Keith 33,62,75 JOHNSON, LONNIE 30,62 Johnson, Michael 34 Johnston, Eric 31,36,62,72 Johnston, Linda 31,33,59,61,63 Kalor, Thomas 36,69 Kammel, Darrel 33 KAMMEL, DONNA 29,61 Kattestad, Ann 36,54,63 Kendhammer, Glen 34 Kendhammer, Jocelyn 34 KINDER, KATHLEEN 29,41,42,59 Kinder, Mary 3,34 Kneifl, Duane 34 Kneifl, Sharon 34 Kneifl, Thomas 36 Knutson, Duane 33,62 Knutson, Russel 36,67,72 KOOPMAN, RONALD 26,46,47 Kornmeyer, Bernard 36 Kornmeyer, Douglas 33 Krueger, Ila 36,55 Lance. Keith 33,74 Lee, Ryan 32,58 Lenox, Steven 34 Lenser, Susan 33,60,62 Lewis, David 33 Liebl, Randy 34 Liles, Larry 34,67 L1NSE, EUGENE 23,30,47,58,70,71, 76 Lueck, Carl 34,67 LUECK, RUTH 26 Luedtke, Barbara 33,51,58,60 Mahlum, Jeffrey 34 Martin, Glenn 37,46 Mashak, Samuel 36,67 MASHAK, SANDRA 29,59 Mashak, Sonia 33,55 MASHAK, STEVEN 25 Mau, James 36,67,72 McClintock, Jenny 36,61 McClintock, Karen 34,55 McClintock, Kathleen 33,57,62 McClintock, Renee 36 Mellor, Rodney 36,60,62,67,74 MELLOR, VIOLET 24,44,61,63 Merchlewitz, Bonita 33,52,57 Meyer, Debra 36 Meyer, Lynn 33,69 Meyer, Vickie 33,49,54,58 Michelson, Mary 33,53 Michelson, Steven 36,63,67 Miles, David 36,50 Miles, George 33,60 Miller, Cynthia 36,63 Miller, Michael 34,67,69 MILLER, PETER 26,56 Miller. Ronald 37 Ming, Jerrold 34.47,52,58,66,72,75 Morris, Timothy 36,37,47,52,66,67,72 Muenzenberger, Edward 34,62 MUENZENBERGER, JANET 29,57 Muenzenberger, Lynn 37 Mulder, Robert 33,66,74 MURPHY, GREGORY 29,60 Nelson, Donald 34,56,58,69 NELSON, LARRY 29,63 Nelson, Robert 37 Nicolai, Ronald 32,33,47,62,66,75 Niemeier, Sharon 33 Oesterle, Linda 33,55,61 Oesterle, Wayne 37 Oldenburg, Roger 37 OLSON, CHRISTINE 22,27,53,62 Olson, Holly 34 OLSON, JAMES 23,28,47,56.69,76 Olson, Marjorie 37 Olson, Mark 35,46,56,58 Olson, Peter 34 ONSERUD, CHERYL 30 ONSRUD, HELEN 4,23,30,40,41,42, 52,53,61,73 OSGOOD, GARY 6,30,47,66,70,71, 75,77 Osgood, Randy 34,67,71 Osgood, Rita 37,62 Paul, Joseph 37 Paul, Leslie 37 Pearson, Ivan 35,67,69,74 Peterson, Jeffrey 37,67 PETTIS, DELLA 25 Pettis, Gary 35 Pischke, Gary 33,75 Pralle, Harry 35 Puent, Michael 35 PUENT, STEPHEN 26,47,66,69 Rapraeger, Deborah 35 Ray, Mary 37,63 Raymer, Paul 35,56,63,69 Reece, Pamela 37,63 Riniker, Carol 31,33 Rogers, David 37,62,67 Romskog, Mary 33,61 Rondorf, Patricia 37,63 Runingen, Ethel 35 Runingen, Oriel Lee 31,33,55 RUUD, SANDRA 22,23,29,45,53,58, 62 90 Schaller, Randy 33 Schimke, Barrett 35,72 Schimkc, Melody 33,45,58,62 Schliebc, Linda 33,44,48,53 SCHMIDT, DONALD 6,26,60 SCHMIDT, LYNETTE 29,42,50,60 Schneider, Mary 33 Schontberg, Colleen 37,54,63 SCHOMBERG, HAL 29,46 Schomberg, Jerrel 37,69 SCHOMBURG, LINDA 29,44 Schumacher, Donna 37,61 SCHUMACHER. JEAN1NE 23,30,40, 52,53,55 SCHUSTER, JAMES 28 Schwier, Stanley 35 Seeger, David 35 SEEGER, Janice 29 Semlar, Jill 35,54,62 SEMLAR, LAURIE 28,54,61,62 Sennes, Dale 37,67 Servais, Dale 35 SERVAIS, JOSEPH 29,41,43,46,47, 66,74 Servais, Pamela 32,53 Servais, Peter 32 Severson, Gary 37,67 Severson, Jeffrey 35 Severson, Robert 4,6,35,75 Severson, Steven 33,47,66,61 Silha, Larry 35,67,74 S1LHA, SALLY 24,45,59 Skemp, Samuel 33 Skemp, Terry 35 SPRAIN, THOMAS 23,25,47,51,59, 66,70,71,72,75 Stamstad, Jane 33,48,49,59,60,61,62, 63.73 Stark, Duane 37,67 Stavlo, James 35,67,69 STAVLO, PAULA 24,40,41,58 STELLOH, DEBRA 30,42,45,58,60, 61 Stelloh, Janet 33,40,53 Stelloh, Valerie 37,60 Storandt, Rebecca 37,63 Storandt, Renee 33,49 Strittmater, Cynthia 33,45,58,61,62 Strittmater, Denise 37 Strong, Debra 37,60,61 Strong, James 35,67,72 STRONG, SANDRA 5,27,57,61 SWEENEY, DANIEL 27,69 SWEENEY. PATRICIA 25,54 Sweeney, Robert 35.47,67,69 Tauscher, Alan 35 Tauscher, Joan 37 TAUCSHER. PAMELA 23,27,41,49, 53.59.62.73 Tauscher, Sharon 35 Tauscher, Susan 37,61 TRYGGESTAD, DENNIS 26,46,66, 68,69 Tryggestad, Michael 35,69 Turner, Randy 33 Turner, Timothy 35 Tyler, Todd 35,56 VANCE, FREDRICK 23.30 Focus on discovery! WALDENBERGER, HENRY 29,40, 50,56,59,76 Waller, Warren 37 Walter. Michael 35,50,62,72 WALTER, ROGER 25,50,59,74 Walter, Steven 33,69,76 Walters. Dana 33,61 WALTERS' DANIEL 30 Walters, Tracy 37 WEE, CHARMAINE 22,27,49,51,53, 57,60,61 Wee, Dennis 35,47,66,68,69,76 WERNER. WILLIAM 30 Wesoloski, Marie 35,49,52,58,63 Wilcox, Joanne 33,52 Wilcox, Theresa 37 Wiley, Wanda 33 WILLARD, JOLEEN 22,23,24,53,57, 61 Willinger, Gary 33 W1LL1NGER, STEVEN 24,47.66.75 Witt, Randy 6,33,47,53,66,71,75,77 Witte, Curtis 35,67 WITTE, DUANE 28,47,66,74 Wood, Vickie 35 Wooden, Michael 37 WOOD LIFE, DANIEL 24 WUENSCH, JAC0UEL1NE 24,57 Wuensch, Lynette 35,54 Zellmer, James 35,47,67,72,76 Zellmer, John 37,47,56,66,72 FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION Bartz, Phyllis 16 Carroll, Thomas 6,16.66,71 Connor, James 76 Dahl, Vern E. 17 Englerth, A. John 14 Hansen, Karen 17 Horman, Nalrae D. 16,51 Jurgensen, Wayne 16,56 Led man, Ted 17,66 Manske, Eldred 17 McLaughlin, Charles 16 Merwin, William 16,31,75 Niedfeldt, Alan E. 16,72,77 O’Brian, Thomas 17,52 Oppriecht, Rodney 16 Robarge, Maurita 17,73 Sanders, Marie B. 16 Schuth, William 16 Sebranek, Patrick H. 16 Severson, Roberta 17 Sletteland, June 14,53 Smillie, William 15,31 Solie.Jean 16,54 Strand, Lionel 15 Ulrich, Patricia 17 Virch, Gary W. 17,63 Warriner, Harrold C. 16,69 Weber, Dale 17,46 Zanter, Janies 67 PERSONNEL Bahan, Forrest 19 Bolstad, Alice 18 Burd, Mary 19 Fuhre, Ethel 18 Gensch, Larry 19 Hartman, Harold 18 Hauser, Wilbur 19 Hendrickson, Beverly 18 Hendrickson, David 19 Hulberg, Orville 19 Hurst, Avery 19 Johnson, Ansel 19 Kapelke, Helen 18,31 Knudson, Anker 18,43 Schilling, Lorene 18 Schwier, Harry 19 Schwier, Orin 19 Stavlo, Donald 19 Wehrenberg, Gertrude 18 92 WSHS—Our Alma Mater. 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