Westfield High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Westfield, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1950 volume:

DEDICATION We, the Senior Class of 1950, dedicate this annual to our principal, Mr. Fenske, the school board and the members of the Westfield Union Free High School District for making our new gymnasium possible. 2 isconsin Eau Claire State Teachers College Math, Civics DORIS GUNDERSON HARRY SMITH North Central College Math, Coach, Phy. Ed. '' VERLE CLARK Lawrence College Social Science, Coach Whitewater State Teachers College Commercial Carroll College Wayland College Library, English, Phy. Ed. I KENNETH JOHNSON Superior State College Band, Glee Club, Civics MERLE SHURPIT Stout Institute University of Wisconsin Home Economics ROBERT GILMORE Platteville State Teachers College Agriculture, Farm Mechanics %o-vv €. «X VX w-A kA� - 5 Seated: T. McMahon, B. Daye, J. Callahan, G. Sybell, P. Borsack. Standing: C. Hackman, S. Muske, M. Borsack, R. Schimelpfenig, Mr. Fenske, Advisor. Absent: W. Weir. STUDENT COUNCIL The student council consists of ten members. Each class elects two members and the other two are chosen by the faculty. The members meet with Mr. Fenske to discuss problems of the student body and to try to solve them. The officers are: Pres., John Callahan; Vice-Pres., Gordon Sybell; Sec., Burley Daye; Treas., Terry McMahon. FRESHMEN CLASS The timid and bashful freshmen of last fall have undergone a complete metamorphosis. After the effects of initiation had worn off the class slowly, but surely, established themselves in all athletics and extra curricular activities. The officers elected for the year were: Pres., G. Alexander; Vice-Pres., G. Ponto, Sec., D. Gray, Treas., G. L. Weir. The advisors were Mrs. Shurpit and Mr. Gilmore. G. Alexander L. Boelke W. Briese W. Buschke D. Christensen G. Christensen E. Daye M. Ely M. Evans S. Fietz M. Golliher D. Gray L. Groskreutz C. Hackman D. Henke J. Jarling B. Kasubaski I. Kohnke E. Kalpin A. Patten V. Pierce V. Podoll G. Ponto K. Quinn D. Rank G. Rick G. Reimann E. Schatzke S. Schonasky B. Shurpit E. Shurpit M. Sohn V. Sutton S. Teske K. Thiede D. Wegert C. Weir G. Weir W. Weir W. Weiss B. Yasick Row 1: W. Weiss, G. Weir, K. Quinn, G. Ulrich, J. Marshall, B. Daye, J. Mussey, G. Alex- ander, D. Dahlke, A. Buchholz, E. Thalacker. Row 2: N. Singer, Manager; Mr. Smith, Coach; V. Marshall, D. Rick, J. Bean, L. Collins, B. Daye, D. Todd, E. Chesebro, G. Rick, H. Krom- rie, R. Czervinski, R. Gohlke, J. Daye, A. Sohn, Manager; Mr. Clark, Ass’t Coach; E. Fuhr- mann, Manager. Row 3: P. Gollnick, O. Ponto, J. Robinson, S. Lillie, R. Sohn, F. Krentz, E. Pomplun, R. Wegenke, D. Cochrane, J. Callahan, R. Quinn. FOOTBALL The Westfield Pioneers experienced one of the most successful seasons since 1943. The Purple and Gold gridders ended the season with 4 wins and 3 losses. They placed second in the Big 7C Conference, being topped by Omro. The Pioneers started out slowly, losing their first two encounters to powerful foes, Wisconsin Dells and Nekoosa. The losses were attributed to lack of experience; but through constant practice under the able guidance of Westfield’s two new coaches, Harry Smith, and his assistant, Verle Clark, the team went on to win its conference opener from Port Edwards. Probably the most inspiring game played by our local boys was the game played at Wautoma. Both teams were fighting for a top place in the conference. Though both teams scored three touchdowns, it was the three conversions which won the game for Westfield. Westfield 6 Wisconsin Dells 25 Westfield 0 Nekoosa 20 ♦Westfield 35 Port Edwards 14 •Westfield 6 Omro 20 ♦Westfield 21 Wautoma 18 Westfield 18 Mauston 6 ♦Westfield 27 Adams- Friendship 7 ♦Conference games Best of luck to next year’s team! 8i Row 1: B. Daye, M. Koepcke, S. Hanson, Y. Goldsmith, C. Klusmeyer, G. Messerschmidt, As- sistant Editor; A. McMahon-Editor; S. Voigt, L. Glaske, I. Olson. Row 2: J. Mussey, D. Hamilton, D. Whitrock, L. Willegal, Mr. Kohn, Advisor; P. Hoeft, H. Swader, E. Buchholz, M. Kassien, D. Henke, G. Sybell. JUNIOR RARER STAFF The Clarion is the official monthly school paper of W. H. S. edited by a staff selected from the Junior Class. The staff members are selected on the basis of their ability to write articles and work cooperatively with the group in the many tasks involved in the publication of a school paper. The aims of the Clarion are twofold. The first objective is an interesting pres- entation of news of all school activities. Of equal importance is the practice and experience which the students gain not only in writing and publishing, but also in co- operating with others, working under supervision, and accepting constructive criti- Row 1: Miss Morton, advisor; V. Glaske, E. Marotz, R. Dahlke, S. Muske, M. Borsack, A. Daye, D. Wegert. Row 2: L. Willegal, D. Henke, B. Schwanke, M. Willegal, M. Evans, D. Kasubaski, L. Yasick, V. Sutton, J. Boesler. Row 3: Y. Goldsmith, L. Pierce, D. Hamilton, J. Slater, M. Voigt, I. Wedell, V. Pierce. LIBRARY CLUB The Library Club members learn how to check out books, clas- sify and repair books and keep their assigned shelves of books in order. There are twenty-four members this year. Miss Morton is the advisor. The officers are: Pres., Shirley Muske; Vice- Pres., Marie Borsack; Sec., Rae Ann Dahlke; Treas. Elaine Marotz. o Row 1: V. Buschke, Editor; S. Muske, Treasurer; R. Tolzmann, Secretary; G. Messerschmidt, President; Y. Goldsmith, Vice-President; C. Brieske, Historian; L. Glaske, Parliamentarian. Row 2: B. Ginter, I. Kohnke, D. Hamilton, L. Willegal, S. Schonasky, E. Schatzke, Mrs. Shur- pit, Advisor. Row 3: E. Hell, L. Pierce, D. Spurgeon, J. Soiney, S. Hamilton, S. Voigt, M. Thalacker. Row 4: J. Slater, C. Klusmeyer, D. Henke, B. Kasubaski, D. Gray, A. Patton, M. Ely. Row 5: M. Voigt, S. Buschke, B. Hill, K. Hammond, H. Swader, K. Kerst, B. Schwanke. The Future Homemakers of America is a state and national organization now five years old. Local officers are elected in April as this group is also active in the summer. Since last spring our program has included a trip to Madison, Cave of the Mounds, and Little Norway; the state convention where the State Homemakers Degree, the highest award granted by the state organization, was conferred upon three senior girls, Dorothy Messerschmidt, Elaine Klimke and Eve- lyn Dee. Dorothy Messerschmidt was also awarded the state schol- arship. Shirley Muske, Dorothy Henke, and Yvonne Goldsmith dem- onstrated new practices in food preservation and sewing for three days at state fair. Several members won awards for clothing ex- hibits. Participation in county fair include awards in style review, judging contests and exhibits. The district rally, a radio broads cast, a parent party, demonstration contest and food sales have.' comprised the major functions of the F. H. A. this year. ■O-'i VI Row 1: R. Reetz, R. Gohlke, J. Daye, E. Pomplun, V. Marshall, O. Ponto, R. Clemens. Row 2: E. Shurpit, B. Henke, W. Weiss, W. Briese, N. Kruger, D. Smith, E. Fuhrmann. Row 3: G. Alexander, W. Becker, R. Kohnke, B. Shurpit, E. Thalacker, E. Eggleston, Mr. Gilmore, Advi- sor. Row 4: R. Czervinski, A. Krueger, E. Brudnowski, R. Schminelpfenig, R. Janke, D. Son- nenberg, G. Sybell. Row 5: G. Ulrich, G. Schwanke, G. Bengsch, L. Leu, K. Quinn, A. Sohn, R. Quinn. Row 6: J. Marshall, A. Bartz, W. Hamilton, D. Pekowsky, E. Hell, G. Spath, J. Rick. Row 7: J. Weir, M. Buchholtz, E. Bengsch, D. Todd, G. Ponto, S. Lillie. The F. F.A. consists of 54 members. The F. F.A. events this year were a plowing contest in which Vern Marshall took 4th prize. We plan to participate in the Judging Contest at Madison in April. We will send one team. The F.F.A. Speaking Con- test was held at Montello on the 24th of February. Dean Todd, our representative, received fourth place. President -- E. Pomplun Vice-President -- V. Marshall Secretary -- J. Daye Treasurer -- Orlo Ponto Reporter -- R. Gohlke Sentinel -- R. Reetz Advisor -- Mr. Gilmore 13 S. Voigt, V. Pierce, B. Kietzmann, D. Gray, J. Mussey, J. Soiney, R. Dahlke, M. Rhode, E. Marotz, V. Buschke, M. Borsack, I. Olson, M. Thalacker, P. Borsack, B. Hill, P. Hoeft, H. Swader, K. Hammond, M. Ely, S. Hamilton, L. Juhnke, D. Cochrane, A. Hamilton, R. Tolzmann. OPERETTA “The Quest of the Gypsy,” a musical comedy, directed by Mr. Johnson, was given December 7th and 8th in the high school auditorium. The girls, with their colorful Gypsy costumes, fast moving dances and melodious songs set the tempo from the start. Jack Mussey, as the country boy, and Rosalie Tolzmann, the nature lover, sup- plied the humor for the show. Marilyn Rhode, Susan Voigt, Rae Ann Dahlke, Dave Cochrane and Jack Mussey were soloists. 1 h cM AMLu Jl, i 1 S t 7; - ✓ - SOPHOMORE CLASS The sponsoring of the Homecoming this year and the large enrollment of the Sophomore class proves that the class of ’52 has both quantity and quality. The class was well re- presented in all extra-curricular activities. President . . . . Vice-President Secretary . . . . Treasurer . . . Advisors . . . . R. Gohlke E. Marotz L. Collins D. Dahlke Mr. Johnson Mr. Kohn A. Bartz W. Becker G. Bengsch C. Berg J. Boesler C. Brieske A. Buchholz L. Collins D. Czervinski D. Dahlke Donn Dahlke B. Daye D. Floeter B. Ginter V. Glaske R. Gohlke P. Gollnick C. Good R. Good E. Graf A. Hamilton S. Hamilton T. Hammond E. Hell S. Hintz B. Janke D. Kasubaski A. Kemnitz K. Kerst R. Kohnke H. Kromrie N. Kruger L. Leu S. Lillie E. Marotz J. Marshall T. McMahon A. Meyer L. Pierce R. Reetz M. Rhode R. Schimelpfenigr G. Schwanke A. Semrow J. Soiney Vern y Jack Johnny Iona Hally A TEAM BASKETBALL SCHEDULE 1949-1950 Westfield . . . ... 29 Rio 20 Westfield . . . ... 43 Adams-Friendship. . . . . . 30 Westfield . . . ... 43 Green Lake Westfield . . . ... 33 Port Edwards Westfield . . . ... 41 Omro . . . 37 (Overtime) Westfield . . . ... 44 Montello Westfield . . . ... 25 Cochrane Westfield . . . ... 48 Alma . . . 44 (Overtime) Westfield . . . ... 26 Wautoma Westfield . . . ... 42 Tri-County . . . 26 Westfield . . . . . . 21 Montello . . . 15 Westfield . . . . . . 31 Adams-Friendship. . . . . . 18 Westfield . . . ... 42 Green Lake Westfield . . . . . . 35 Port Edwards . . . 18 Westfield . . . . . . 30 Omra Westfield . . . . . . 36 Wautoma . . . 38 Westfield . . . ... 62 Tri-County . . . 51 Westfield . . . . . . 53 Rio District Tournament Westfield . . . . . . 84 Princeton . . . 28 Westfield . . . . . . 35 Montella . . . 22 Westfield . . . . . . 38 Tri-County . . . 33 District Play Off Westfield . . . ... 42 Iola Sectional Tournament Westfield . . . . . . 36 Tiger ton . . . 34 Westfield . . . . . . 36 Eau Claire . . . 59 20 Cheerleaders: D. Gray, V. Glaske, G. Rick. Players: B. Daye, P. Gollnick, D. Dahlke, T. McMahon, J. Marshall, G. Alexander, Mr. Smith, Coach; H. Kromrie, D. Rank, A. Buchholz, L. Collins, W. King, E, Sohn. cui - 8 TEAM w - tjL cr fa B TEAM BASKETBALL SCHEDULE 1949-1950 Westfield Westfield Westfield Westfield Westfield Westfield Westfield Westfield Westfield Westfield I' . Westfield ‘ Westfield Westfield Westfield _ Westfield YU | Westfield 19 Rio...............23 16 Adams-Friendship . . 19 32 Green Lake.........7 25 Port Edwards......21 28 Omro..............15 19 Montello.......... 8 18 Wautoma...........17 31 Tri-County........ 8 26 Montello..........25 27 Adams-Friendship . . 16 35 Green Lake........20 27 Port Edwards .... 23 15 Omro..............26 21 Wautoma...........19 35 Tri-County........17 26 Rio...............15 Utrit- list- Mr- 21 Seated: J. Callahan, B. Hill, R. Dahlke, P. Borsack, R. Tolzmann, V. Buschke, J. Floeter. Standing: Mr. Kohn, Director; N. Singer, R. Wegenke, D. Cochrane, B. Lobby, E. Schatzke, H. Wilder, W. Buchholz, B. Kietzmann, F. Krentz, M. Borsack, R. Polacek. SENIOR CLASS PLAY The Senior Class presented their play “One Foot In Heaven’’ on February 15 and 16, 1950 The play was a big success and although the cast did very well, we believe a great deal of the credit belongs to our director, Mr. Kohn. Cast Rev. Spence...........Harry Wilder Mrs. Spence...........Pauline Borsack Hartzell..............Dave Cochrane Eileen................Rae Ann Dahlke Dr. Romer . . . ......John Callahan Mrs. Cambridge........Verla Buschke Mrs. Jellison.........June Floeter Mrs. Digby............Rosalie Tolzmann Mrs. Sandow...........Marie Borsack Major Cooper..........Francis Krentz Molly.................Bonita Kietzmann Ronny.................Wayne Buchholz Louise................Barbara Hill Maria.................Barbara Lobby Letty.................Eleanor Schatzke Georgie.......... . .Ronald Polacek Bishop Sherwood .... .Robert Wegenke Rev. Fraser Spence . . .Norman Singer 22 Standing: D. Cochrane. Row 1: S. Voigt. Row 2: J. Marshall, W. Buchholz. Row 3: H. Wilder, R. Tolzmann, B. Daye. Row 4: Mr. Kohn, Advisor; D. Todd, J. Callahan, D. Smith. Row 5: V. Buschke, G. Messerschmidt, K. Kerst, I. Olson, Miss Morton, Advisor. FORENSICS On the afternoon of March 8, many determined and inspired speakers took part in the annual forensic meet. Those who came through with first and represented Westfield at the Conference meet were: Origi- nal Oratory, Dave Cochrane; Extemporaneous Speaking, John Cal- lahan; Non-original Oratory, Harry Wilder; Four minute speech, Burley Daye; Serious Declamation, Marilyn Rhode, Extemporaneous Reading, Pauline Borsack; and Humorous Declamation, Alyce Meyer. On the following Friday these people competed at Montello, and tied Montello for the crown. Those who received “A” ratings there were: John Callahan, Burley Daye, Pauline Borsack, and Marilyn Rhode. Good Luck to you at Stevens Point! Westfield again competed in the one act play contest, this year at Endeavor. The play which they presented was entitled “The Val- iant.” The students who took part were: Burley Daye, Susan Voigt, Harry Wilder, Wayne Buchholz, Orvie Snodie, and Jack Marshall. The cast did a good job, but was nosed out by a strong and weU- polished Endeavor cast. 23 E. Chesebro L. Christensen JUNIOR CLASS E. Dretzke E. Eggleston E. Fuhrmann D. Hamilton S. Hanson B. Henke D. Henke P. Hoeft L. Juhnke M. Kassien W. King C. Klusmeyer L. Glaske Y. Goldsmith H. Gollnick M. Koepcke A. Krueger A. McMahon G. Messerschmidt J. Mussey I. Olson Oh dear! Another year gone and we’re almost seniors now. Throughout the year we published the Clarion under the able leadership of editor, Audrey McMahon. ,,,y D. Pekowsky yy G. Rick C. Robinson Prom King, Jack Mussey, led the 1950 Junior Prom. A “Blue Moon” theme decorated the new gym. President.............Walter King Vice-President........Earl Chesebro Secretary.............Hally Swader Treasurer ............Claire Klusmeyer Student Council.......Burley Daye Gordon Sybell Advisors ..............Miss Morton Mr. Smith Mr. Hardrath B. Schwanke I. Shurpit D. Sonnenberg ft G. Spath P. Sutton H. Swader G. Sybell L. Thada S. Voigt J. Weir D. Whitrock L. Willegal TRACK ACTIVITIES The 1948-1949 W. H. S. track season came to a close on May 28. On this day the fol- lowing boys participated in the State track meet which was held at Madison,Wis. They are as follows: Bob Goldsmith, Jim Johnson, Norman Schubert, and Jim Wright who have graduated and Eldon Pomplum, Dave Cochrane, Eugene Buchholz. Those who placed in the meet were Bob Goldsmith, Jim Johnson, and Eugene Buchholz. Eugene Buchholz got first place in the 100 and 200 yd. dashes. 26 ) '( t 3- _ falle A IyyyUjJ) Row 1: K. Hammond, S. Hintz, A. Hamilton, D. Gray, M. Rhode, S. Voigt, B. Kietzmann, S. Teske, J. Jarling, E. Daye, K. Thiede, V. Buschke, M. Thalacker. Row 2: D. Whitrock, W. Weir, S. Buschke, J. Soiney, L. Willegal, V. Daye, M. Willegal, M. Ely, V. Pierce, G. Rick, A. Patton, P. Hoeft, E. Dretzke, P. Czeskleba. Row 3: Mr. Johnson, Director; I. Olson, J. Slater, G. Messerschmidt, V. Podoll, R. Tolzmann, W. Buschke, H. Swader, V. Glaske, D. Kasubaski, A. Meyer, I. Shurpit. Row 4: K. Kerst, D. Spurgeon, L. Juhnke, V. Sutton, Y. Goldsmith, P. Borsack, E. Graf, E. Marotz. SOYS' CHORUS Row 1: Mr. Johnson, Director; M. Teske, R. Gohlke, H. Wegenke, L. Leu, E. Thalacker, P. Gollnick, R. Schimelpfenig. Row 2: R. Clemens, J. Mussey, R. Gohlke, D. Czervinski, H. Wilder, J. Callahan, D. Cochrane. Row 3: E. Hell, G. Bengsch, D. Krueger, N. Singer, T. McMahon, D. Dahlke, R. Quinn. 4 j Row 1: J. Krentz, R. Dahlke, S. Hintz, H. Swader, S. Hanson. Row 2: P. Borsack, M. Rhode, B. Lyons, R. Schimelpfenig, E. Fuhr- mann, B. Larson, M. Ely, R. Gohlke, P. Hoeft, M. Thalacker, Row 3: A. Hamilton, D. Dahlke, M. Borsack, H. Wegenke, R. Warren, D. Smith, A. Kemnitz, M. Dahlke, V. Buschke, G. Messerschmidt, J. Hamilton. Rowi 4: Mr. Johnson, Director, J. Soiney, P. Gollnick, M. Golliher, D. Krueger, Hamm pd? R. Dahlke, B. Hill, T. Hammond, R. Gohlke, H. Wilder, H. Gollnicjc, C. Brieske, C. Klusmeyer, S. Hamilton. BAN D 4 The Music Department has been very active this year. They played for football and basketball games, presented “The Quest of the Gypsy,” a colorful musical, and a Spring Concert. The highlight of the year was the Music Festival at Port Edwards. We were represented in solos, ensembles, and concert groups. Last year four of our students--Bonita Kietzmann, Dorothy Messerschmidt, Jim Johnson, and Marilyn Rhode participated in the State Music Festival. JUNIOR PROM D. Reetz, V. Marshall, P. Borsack, E. Pomplun, R. Wegenke, King; J. Borzick, Queen; K. Ham mond, F. Krentz, B. Kietzmann, J. Callahan. On April 30, 1949, the Junior Class held their annual Junior Prom. “Serenade in Blue” was picked as the theme. Black silhouettes danced across blue and silver walls. Searl Pickett and his orchestra supplied the music. King Robert Wegenke chose Joan Borzick as his queen, who was crowned by the queen of 1948. The court of honor was as follows: Doris Reetz Pauline Borsack Kay Hammond Bonita Kietzmann Vern Marshall Eldon Pomplun Francis Krentz John Callahan 50 Row 1: V. Buschke, B. Kietzmann, P. Borsack, N. Singer, R. Tolzmann. Row 2: J. Borzick, K. Hammond, S. Muske, M. Borsack, J. Callahan, E. Hell, D. Cochrane, Mr. Johnson. Row 1: D. Reetz, H. Wilder, B. Hill, R. Dahlke, X Floeter. Row 2: R. Wegenke, W. Buchholz, D. Rick. Pauline Borsack Norman Singer Harry Wilder Robert Wegenke Darwin Rick Rae Ann Dahlke June Floeter Doris Reetz Rosalie Tolzmann John Callahan Dave Cochrane Francis Krentz Shirley Muske Edwin Hell Joan Borzick Marie Borsack Verla Buschke Kay Hammond Barbara Hill Bonita Kietzmann Mr. Johnson Mrs. Lehner . ANNUAL STAFF A - : Editor.................. Assistant Editor........ Business Manager........ Asst. Business Managers Sales Manager........... Asst. Sales Managers . . Art Editor.............. Sports Editors.......... Literary Editors Typists......... Advisors DAVID COCHRANE I don’t suppose there ever was a fellow quite like me before. Sec.-3, Pres.-4 Forensics-1,2,3,4 Musicals-2,3,4 Class Play-4 Homecoming King-4 Football-1.2,3,4 Basketball-1,2,3,4 Baseball-3,4 Track-2,3,4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Glee Club-4 PAULINE BORSACK Her hair is too dark to make a good angel. President-1 Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Band-2,3,4 Forensics-1,2,4 Musicals-1,2,3,4 Student Council-2,4 Class Play-4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-1,2 x ; FRANCIS KRENTZ He’d rather hug a basket- ball than anything els$; well, almost anything else. Treas.-1,2 V Vice Pres.-3,4 Musicals-2,3,4 Class Play-4 Homecoming King-1 Football-1,2,3,4 Basketball-1,2,3,4 Baseball-3,4 Track-1,2,3,4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Glee Club-4 VERN MARSHALL ’Tis better to sleep in class, than waste a per- fectly good night. Treasurer-4 F.F.A.-1,2,3,4 Football-1,2,3,4 Basketball-1,2,4 Baseball-4 Track-1,2 ( ;Jenioks D tl J Lead me not into temj tion, just show me where it is. Vice President-1 F.F.A.-l Glee Club-3,4 Band-2,3,4 Forensics-1,2,3,4 Musicals-2,3,4 Class Play-4 One Act Play-2,4 Basketball-1,2 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-1,2,3 F.F.A. Basketball-1 ELDON POMPLUN Our basketball star, at least he’s always out at night. Secretary-4 F.F.A.-1,2,3,4 Football-1,2,3,4 Basketball-1,2,3,4 Baseball-3,4 Track-1,2,3,4 ELDON BENGSCH Worry and I have never met. F.F.A.-l,2,3,4 n n 32 JOAN BORZICK So pretty, so young won't live long - si F.H.A.-2,3,4 Glee Club-1 Musica ls-3 Prom Queen-3 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-2 MARIE BORSACK I'm not denying that womwn are foolish; they were made to match men. Library Club-1,2,3,4 Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Band-2,3,4 Forensics-1,2,4 Musicals-1,2,3,4 Student Council-4 Class Play-4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-1 WAYNE BUCHHOLZ If school is liberty me death. F.F.A.-3 Class Play-4 LI LA BOY She’s here — I hear her giggle. a 4 My ■ Zm )m - ALLEN BURSACK He has three speeds: slow slower, and stop. V so. F.F.A.-l jt Good things come packages. F.H.A.-1,2,3,4 Library Club-1,2,3 Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Band-2,3,4 Forensics-2 Musicals-1,2,3,4 Class Play-4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-2,3 ROY CLEMENS No one objects to what say, if you say it in a words. F.F.A.-4 Glee Cldb-4 . ' L JdfHN CALLAHAN He knows that footbal the only place whcnte line is needed. SecT-1, Vice Pres.-2 Forensics-1,2,3,4 Student Council-2,3.4 Class Play-4 Football-1,2,3,4 V Basketball-1,2,4 Q Baseball-3,4 Track-3,4 - Clarion Staff-J - Annual-4 Glee Club-4 V RAE ANN DAHLKE She goes to town on the drums and that’s not all. Library Club-1,2,3,4 Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Band-2,3,4 Musicals-1,2,3,4 Class Play-4 Homecoming Queen-1 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-1,2,3 VALOIS DA YE Marks, not men are my ambition. Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Musicals-1,3 JOHN DAYE What would the Soph, girls do without me? F.F.A.-1,2,3,4 Football-1,2,3,4 Basketball-1 F.F.A. Basketball-1,2,3,4 JUNE FLOETER Being good is a lonesome job. P.S. I’m not so lonesome. Library Club-2 Glee Club-1 Musicals-1 Class Play-4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Treasurer-3 F.H.A.-4 Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Band-2,3,4 Forensics-1,2 Cheerleader-1,2,3 Musicals-1,2,3,4 Student Counci 1-1 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-1,2 4 RUSSELL GOHLKE He shifted his brj neutral and rattle on. F.F.A.- Glee Club- Band-3 Musicals Class Play-2 Football-3,4 Basketball-1 Baseball-1,2,4 Transfer Love came into h£r heart one day, just for a visit decided to stay. 3 WILLARD HAMILTON Work fascinates me: I can sit and watch it for hours! F.F.A.-1,2,3,4 Basketball-1 F.F.A. Basketball-2,3,4 EDWIN HELL Blessed are those who say nothing, for they shall never be quoted. F.F.A.-1,2,3,4 Glee Club-3,4 Musica ls-3 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 BARBARA HILL The good die young, so why should I worry? F.H.A.-2,3,4 Glee Club-1,2.3,4 Band-2,3,4 Forensics-2 Art Club-3 Musicals-1,2,3,4 Class Play-4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Dramatic Club-1 DARWIN KRUEGER I have never seen a p feet girl, but it’s fun looking. Glee Club-3,4 Band-4 Forensics-1 Musicals-4 Class Playr2 Basketball-1,2 Baseball-1,2 Transferred Neshkbro we know there ugi just for fun, is only one. F.H.A.-2,3,4 Library Club-2,3,4 Glee Club-1 Musicals-1 Student Council-4 Homecoming Queen-4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 A ORLO PONTO I don’t say much but I do a lot of thinking. F.F.A.-3,4 Football-4 Basketball-1,2 Baseball-1,2,3,4 Track-3,4 F.F.A. Basketball-3,4 Transferred Neshkoro S gU Q JL-t- % BONITA KIETZMA They say love make Cthe world go ’round. Catch me, I’m getting dizzy. Library Club-1,2,3 Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Band-2 Musicals-1,2,3,4 Class Play-4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 ii i dii BARBARA LOBBY Quiet, but noticeable. Glee Club-1,2 Musicals-1,2,3 Class Play-4 RONALD POLACEK Why let the devil have the fun? Glee Club-3,4 . Musicals-3 Class Playt W IfJf i . Football-l.yjj i f ROBERT QUINN It’s great to be alone, especially when there’s a girl with you. F.F.A.-1,2,3,4 Glee Club-3,4 Art Club-2 Musicals-3 Football-2,4 Basketball-1 Track-2 F.F.A. Basketball-2,3,4 55 - A . Skd DORIS ANN REETZ How can I study with some- thing more interesting on my mind? Secretary-1 Glee Club-1,2 Forensics-1 Cheerleader-1,3 Student Council-3 Class Play-2 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Transferred Neshkoro ELEANOR SCHATZKE Silence is golden. Boy, am I poor! Glee Club-1,4 Musicals-1 Class Play-4 Clarion Staff-3 power I have over women! F.F.A.-l ,2,3,4 Band-2 Forensics-3 Musicals-2 Football-1,2,3,4 Basketball-1,2 Baseball-3,4 Track-3,4 F.F.A. Basketball-1,2,3,4 ROBERT WEGENKE It is as well said as if I had said it myself. President-3 Class Play-2,4 Prom King-3 Football-3,4 Basketball-1,2 Baseball-1,2,3,4 Track-3 Clarion Staff-3 j+J7 zwf- . W DARWIN RICK Too much study weakens the brain. Football-3,4 Basketball-1,2 Baseball-3,4 Track-2,3,4 Annual-4 NC NORMAN SINGER All the great men ing and I don’t feel si well myself. Treasurer-1 Glee Club-4 Class Play-2,4 Football-3 Basketball-1,2 Baseball-1,2,3,4 Track-3,4 Clarion Staff-3 Annual-4 Transferred Neshkoro fa z.jZC' ----------- L J?OSAL OS A LIE TOLZMAftN I pretend to despise men, but how, how I adore them Annual-4 'TUbsi Ls £c Clarion Staff-3 s' Library Club-1,2 Art Club-2 „ S' Dramatics-xW ' Forensics-2 3,4 sYu 4?t F.H.A.-2,3,4 ns Class Play-4 Glee Club-1,2,3,4 Musicals-1,2,3,4 s-Y K WENTLAN BERNICk WE NT LAND She’s quiet, but one never knows. Glee Club-1 Musicals-1 36 SENIOR CLASS HISTORY. On September 9, 1946--51 Shy? freshmen scurried through the doors of Westfield Union Free High School, all eager to begin their high school career. The freshmen’s great day which everyone was looking forward to, came September 27. Ah, Yes! Initiation--the time when the poor little freshies turn clothes inside out, wear little green signs, bow down to the Seniors and in general, provide amusement for the whole school. The class advisors were Mrs. Shurpit and Mr. Olson. The class officers were Pauline Borsack--President, Harry Wilder--Vice-President, John Callahan--Secretary and Francis Krentz--Treasurer. Kay Hammond was picked from our class to be on the Student Council. Everyone will agree that our class certainly got a start in school activities during our first year especially when Rae Ann D. and Francis K. reigned over the Homecoming Dance. Of course no one must forget the Science Class under Miss Stevens. So ended our Freshmen Year! Phillip Schwartz--President, J. Callahan--Vice-President, Francis Krentz—Treasurer, V. Marshall--Secretary, were the officers elected for our Sophomore Class. The Student Council members were P. Borsack and J. Callahan. Our class advisors were Mrs. Kerst and Mr. Johnson. The highlight of the year was our Sophomore Class party (Private) which infuriated the whole school, especially the Juniors! The year ended with an all-school picnic at Waupaca. Most everyone seemed to enjoy it- particularly the boat rides. In the fall of 1948 we were back in school as Juniors. This year Neshkoro students joined us. There were many big events during our Junior year. The first was the school paper ‘‘The Clarion.” Pauline B. was our editor, Miss Birkholz was our advisor. Early in the fall we ordered our class rings. Everyone was sure that they were among the prettiest ever seen in Westfield Union Free High School. Our officers this year were Robert W.--President, Francis Krentz--Vice-President, Kay Hammond--Treasurer, David Cochrane--Secretary, John C. and Doris Ann R. represented our class on the Student Council. The honored advisors were Mr. Spanbauer, Mrs. Lehner and Mr. Johnson. Our class went all out for music, sports and other extra curricular activities. The big event to which everyone looked forward was our Junior Prom, on April 30. The theme was “Serenade in Blue.” Searl Pickett furnished the music. Robert W. and Joan B. did the honors as our King and Queen. Marie B. and David C. were chosen as the outstanding girl and boy of our Junior Class. So the pleasant Junior year came to an end (as do all good things) with a Clarion staff picnic at Camp Waushara and an all-school picnic at Wautoma. Our last year of school started on a nice warm fall day. The date--September 6. Every- one was thrilled to get back and see all the kids once more. One of the big jobs of the year was initiating the freshmen. The great event took place on September 23. The class officers were David C.--President, Francis K.--Vice-President, Vern M.--Sec- retary, Eldon P.--Treasurer. The Student Council members representing the class are Shirley M., Marie B., Pauline B., and John C. Mr. Johnson presented a Gypsy musical the 7th and 8th of December in which many of the Seniors participated and David C. was the Gypsy. The long awaited date of December 17, finally arrived. The event--Senior Christmas Ball. The new gym was decorated to resemble a swank night-club with tables for each couple on the edge of the dance floor. A huge Christmas tree in the center of the dance floor lighted the room. The 15th and 16th of February were the dates for the Senior Class play, “One Foot in Heaven.” The Senior Class advisors were Mr. Clark and Mrs. Lehner. The class was well represented in all the school activities, sports, forensics, and music. The week of May 21st to 27th was filled with our final Senior activities--Baccalaureate, Class Night and Commencement. The school picnic and the Alumni Banquet, at which we were honored guests, were on May 26th. And now Good-Bye to Westfield Union Free High School! 37 CALENDAR OF EVENTS SEPTEMBER 6- -First day of school 16--Wisconsin Dells-(T) 23—Nekoosa-(H) 23—Initiation—Ah, LIFE with its trials and tribulations I 30- -Port Edwards-(T) OCTOBER 7- -Omro-(H) 10- -Band Parents Club formed 14- -Wautoma-(T) 21--Assembly Program-Lew Johnson and his creepy snakes 21--Mauston-(T) 26- -Field trip for Agr. classes 27- Homecoming bon-fire and snake dance 28- -Adams Friendship-(H). Homecoming parade and dance 31— Band traveled to Milwaukee for Marine Band concert NOVEMBER 3_6--State Teachers Convention at Milwaukee 8- -F. H. A. Rally at Oxford 9- -Assembly Program, “The Roamers’’ 11- -Band wore new uniforms for first time 15- -First basketball game at Rio 19- -Deer hunting season opened 21--Mr. Clark and Ramon Sohn wentDe?r hunting 24-27--Thanksgiving Vacation DECEMBER 2--Adams Friendship-(T) 6--Green Lake-(T) 7-8--Gypsy Musical. Under Mr. Johnson’s direction, this was a huge success 9--Port Edwards-(T) 16- -Omro-(H). First game in new gym and what a thriller! 17- -Senior Christmas Ball. Need any more be said? 20- -Beginning of Christmas Vacation 20--Montello-(H) 29- -Double-header at Westfield--Alma and Cochrane defeated Wautoma and West- field 30- Double-header at Westfield—Wautoma defeated Cochrane and Westfield de- feated Alma 31- -NEW YEAR’S EVE!! ! JANUARY 3--Back to school 6- -Wautoma-(T) 7- -Band went to Madison for Music clinic 10—Tri-County-(H). Also Artesian Editor’s birthday!! 13— Montello-(T). For those who saw the game, it really wasn’t football 17--Adams Friendship-(H) 20—Green Lake-(H) 24—Port Edwards-(H) 26— No school, icy roads 27— Omro-(T) FEBRUARY 3—Wautoma-(H). First school dance in new gym 10—Tri-County-(T) 14— Can it continue? No school again-snow this time 15-16—Senior class play-“One Foot in Heaven’’ 17—Rio-(H) 23—Assembly Program-Coleman Puppets in “Tom Sawyer” 22-25—Basketball tournament at Westfield MARCH 8- -Local Forensic Contest-tape recorder gets a workout 9— Lycium program-Grant Halloday 10—District forensic meet in Montello APRIL 1--Forensic meet-Stevens Point 7-10—Easter Vacation 15—State forensic meet at Madison 15—Band tournament-Port Edwards MAY 21--Baccalaureate service in Lutheran church 23—Class night 25- -Commencement 26- -End school year with picnic 26--Alumni banquet 38 S. T. MEATS WESTFIELD FAMOUS SAUSAGE FOR A ROYAL TRIMMING SEE MEYERS ERVE MEYERS, Barber WESTFIELD WISCONSIN KRUGER’S MEAT MARKET WESTFIELD WISCONSIN WESTFIELD CO-OP DAIRY ASS N Good nutrition is cheap when you buy our Vitamin D Homogenized Milk. No substitute ever has been found for milk and no meal is com- plete wihout it. 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