Westfield High School - Pioneer Yearbook (Westfield, WI)

Text from Pages 1 - 74 of the 1954 volume:

We, the Seniors of 1954, proudly present this year's edition of the PIONEER” with the hope that in future years it may bring back memories of many happy hours spent within these doors. THIS IS OUR STORY Our story begins and ends within one short year, but into it we have put a wealth of good times. Good, be- cause regardless of how they seem to us now, they all taught us a lesson which we may use in future years. For high school teaches many things besides the knowledge gained from books in the classroom. All of our many activities show us how to get along with other people, to share joys and troubles, and to solve our prob- lems together. In this volume of the Pioneer , we present the events of the past school year, and the people who made these events. This is truly a tale of effort on the part of all concerned. Our story this year shows that effort brings re- _ ward, for Westfield students were: -- greatly rewarded for their participa-: tion in many activities. This is our story----- HONORS M. Dahlke J. Soiney B. Lyon J. Selk B. Brakebush AA. Collins, C. Lyon AA. Thiede FIRST SEMESTER A HONOR ROLL. OUTSTANDING JUNIOR GIRL Rita Dahlke OUTSTANDING JUNIOR BOY Bob Pekowsky O HN O-Mb N-t To Mr. Verle Clark, we, the Class of 1954, dedicate this volume of the Pioneer as a token of our friendship and appreciation for him. Through his excellent coaching of our basketball and track teams, his wonderfully friendly classes and his unfailing interest in the school's activities, he has made himself a friend of all. He will be remembered by us for his enthusiasm for school spirit and fair play. We are indeed grateful for this opportunity to recognize Mr. Clark's fine accomplishments by dedicating our 1954 Pioneer to him. HONORS SALUTATORIAN VALEDICTORIAN D.A.R. AWARD Virginia Kreniz VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS G. Porter, R. Dahlke, J. Schatzka, J. Krentz, P. redrick, C Frank, B. Colby, F. Meyer, W. Erd- nan, A. Krueger, F. Ginter, S. Spurgeon, B. Tass- er, M. Quinn. BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS C. Sutton, J. Robinson, M. Dahlke, H. Russe J. Soiney, B. Larson, V. Krentz. Not Shown: Swader, S. McMahon. SCHOOL STORY September 8 School opens. 17 Class officers elected. 18 Game with A-F. 20-6. Ouch! 21 Seniors shot. 25 Game with Port. 13-7. Yeah! October 5 First Clarion comes out. 9 Initiation—Election of Homecoming queen. 15 Bonfire—Snake dance. 16 Homecoming parade and dance. 17 Anpual, Clarion go to Madison. 23 Plainfield game. 26-6. 30 Wautoma game. 30-0. November 3 One-Act Plays. Fantasia wins. 4 Lyceum program. Rollateers. 5-6 Teacher's Convention. 9 Bus trips. 19 F.H.A. rally. 20 Game at Adams. 50-39. Yippee! December 4 Game at Plainfield. 54-24. 11 Game with Port. 61-53. 12 One-Act Play contest at Madison. We received an A. 15 Students exercise lungs at pep meeting. 17 Game with Montello. 53-34. 21 Christmas play. January 8 Wild Rose vs. Westfield. 61-57. Hip! Hip! Hurray! 12 Wautoma vs. Westfield. 38-28. Hurray! Hip! Hip! Pictures taken for Pioneer. 15 Game with Adams. 58-44. 19 Wild Rose vs. Westfield. 61-35. 22 Game with Omro. 78-51. 26 Game with Oxen. 43-42. What a game! Stevens Point Band played. 29 Game with Plainfield. 64-44. 30 Pre-Prorp and Sock Hop held by Juniors. February 5 Game with Port. 55-32. 9 Game with Montello. 64-52. 10 Lyceum program. Table Tennis. 13 Valentine Dance sponsored by the Seniors. 19 Game with Wautoma. 23-24 Basketball Tournament. 25-26 Basketball Tournament. Westfield wins. March 5 Westfield vs. Manawa. Too bad but? 11 F.H.A., F.F.A. Parent Party. 18-19-20 State Basketball Tournament. April 1-2 Senior Class Play. 23 University of Wisconsin Orchestra entertained. 24 Junior Prom. 28 Track Meet. May 1 Music Festival, Montello. 23 Baccalaureate. 25 Class Night. 26 Graduation. a . SCHOOL BOARD: T. Hamilton G. Thalacker J. Long R. Koats D. Follett (not shown) ADMINISTRATION SECRETARY: Shirley Teske BUS DRIVERS G. Haney, W. Frozene, P. Gohlke, A. Zaske, H. Lietz, H. Schultz (not shown). ELSIE J. CHAPMAN W.S.C. Stevens Point University of Wisconsin Librarian, English Citizenship, World History Freshman Class Advisor THOMAS A. JACKLAND University of Wisconsin University of Arizona Mathematics, Science Visual Aids Director Junior Class Advisor VERLE A. CLARK W.S.C. Lawrence W.S.C. La Crosse Social Science Sophomore Class Advisor Track, Basketball Coach KENNETH A. JOHNSON W.S.C. Superior Music Senior Class Advisor JEAN E. JOHNSON University of Wisconsin English, Dramatics Forensics Junior Class Advisor FLOYD A. BRENHOLT W.S.C. Whitewater Commercial Debate, Forensics Annual, Activity Fund Sophomore Class Advisor RICHARD D. HUXTABLE University of Wisconsin Mathematics Phy. Ed. Instructor Baseball and Football Coach Junior Class Advisor FRANCIS E. KOHN Illinois Inst. Technology University of Wisconsin W.S.C. Oshkosh Marquette University English, Latin Forensics, Clarion Senior Class Play Senior Class Advisor MERLE M. SHURPIT U. of Wisconsin Home Economics Freshman Class Advisor F.H.A. MURIEL A. NEERHOF W.S.C. Stevens Point Biology, Geography Phy. Ed. Instructor Sophomore Class Advisor EMIL A. BORON U. of Wisconsin Agriculture F.F.A. Freshman Class Advi: . r. 'V W vVs ’ iH V. , M .-,3rV' f Vl. ri.- y xj ,. ,V A eruord SENIOR VICE-PRESIDENT: Don Bengsch MOTTO: We can because we COLORS: Blue and white. FLOWER: Carnation. CARHATIOMS PRESIDENT: William Cullen TREASURER: Wanda Johnson think we can. CHARLOTTE SUTTON, Charlie Happy go lucky and oh so free, nothing seems to bother me. Glee Club 1, 2, 3 Musical 1, 2, 3 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Library 1 G.A.A. 3, 4 OFFICERS SECRETARY: Marian Dahlke JOHN BAKER, Bake Love is not the business of the idle, it's the idleness of the busy. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Transferred from De Kalb High School PATRICIA BABBE, Pat I have a mind of my own and it takes more than a teacher to change it. Glee Club 1, 3, 4 Speech Class 2 Phy. Ed. 1 ARDEN BANDT, Ardie Broke between gas and wo- men. Basketball 1, 2, 3 Football 1, 2, 3 Track 1, 2 Baseball 1, 2 Baseball Mgr. 3, 4 Glee Club 4 Mixed Chorus 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Student Council 3 Annual Staff 4 L DONALD BENGSCH, Lefty Why should the devil have all the fun. F. F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; One-Act Play 1, 2, 4; Track Manager 1, 2; Track 3; Basketball Manaaer 1, 2; Mixed Chorus 3; Forensics 2, 3; Glee Club 1, 2, 3; Boy's State 3; Secretary 1; Annual Staff 4; Vice-President 4,- Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; Senior Class Play 4. MAUREEN BENGSCH, Renie Eat, drink and be merry, tomorrow there be a law against it. G. A.A. 3, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4. V - may ROBERT BYRNE, Bobby It's better to sleep in the class- room than to waste a perfectly gooc night. F.F.A. 1, 4 Football Mgr. 1, 2 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Treasurer 1 FRANKLIN BERG, Frank If I die young it won't be from too much schoolwork. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 WILLIAM CULLEN, Bill I'm not going to worry over life or women. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4,- Annual Staff 4,- President 4. MARIAN DAHLKE, Red Nature made her what she should, not too bad and not too good. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Forensics 1, 2, 3, 4; Clarion Staff 2, 3, 4; Annual 4; Outstanding Girl 3; Secretary 3, 4; Vice-President 2; G.A.A 3, 4; F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Musicals 1, 2, 3; Prom Court 3; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 4. ROBERT CHRISTENSON, Bob Quiet and shy, oh what a lie F.F.A. 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3 Transferred from De Forest High School i JOHN EGGLESTON, Johnny Ah me, how innocent was childhood. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 1, 2 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 DOLORES FRANK, Weiner I can live without poetry or walking, but who in the world could live without talking. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Musicals 1, 2, 3 G.A.A. 3 EUGENE GeRUE, Professor The reason there were only three wise men they didn't know about me then. F.F.A. 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Christmas Play 4; Senior Class Play 4. TOM GIESE, Tom Even small things make a lot of noise. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Musical 1, 2, 3; Senior Class Play 4. ROBERT GUDERSKI, Bob Blessings on him who invented sleep. Football 3, 4 Basketball 2 Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 Track 2, 3, 4 F.F.A. 3, 4 ■'M ROBERT HARTLING, Uke I want to be bashful but the girls won't let me. Football 1, 2, 3 Basketball 1, 2, 3 Baseball 1,2,3 Track 1, 2, 3 F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 Treasurer 3 Student Council 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3 F.F.A. Basketball 4 Volleyball 3 Prom Court 3 JIM HAMILTON, Jim An innocent expression looks are deceiving. Band 2, 3, 4 F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4 Drum Major 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Musical 1, 2, 3 Christmas Play 4 Senior Class Play 4 JANET HAMILTON, Jan Gee, it's nice to be naughty. Glee Club 1,2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 1,2, 3, 4,- G.A.A. 3, 4; F.H.A. 1, 2; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; Forensics 1, 2; Annual Staff 4. JANE HAMILTON, Janie It's better to be small and shine than to be large and cast a shadow. Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 3, 4; Dance Band 4; Clarion 3, 4; Annual Staff 3, 4; Forensics 3; G.A.A. 3, 4; Student Council 2; F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4,- Musicals 1, 2, 3, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3; Senior Class Play 4. 0 vW DOROTHY HEGER, Dottie The world's no better if you worry, life's no better if you hurry. Annual Staff 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Transferred from Kimmendy High School MARVIN HENKE, Marv . Too much study weakens the brain. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 MARCELLA HOLDEN, Marcy If school life is liberty, give me death. F. H.A. 1, 2 Glee Club 1, 2 Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Twirling 1, 2, 3 Drum Majorette 1 Musical 2 G. A.A. 3 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3 Transferred from Tri County High School ALBERT IMM, Speedy There are a lot of cards in the class, but I'm the only joker. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Volleyball 3 4; Prom Court 3; Annual Staff 4. WANDA JOHNSON, May Somebody has to set the standards, why not I. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; G.A.A. 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 4; Library Club 4; F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Clarion 4; Annual Staff 4; Treasurer 4; Student Council 1 Speech 2; Forensics 2, 3, 4; Senior Play 4. LILY JANE KING, Lil Teachers and classes are my only objection to an education. F.H.A. 1, 2 Glee Club 3, 4 Library Club 4 Forensics 3 Musical 3 Phy. Ed. 1,2 KARLENE KERST, Karlena I stand on the brink of a brilliant career, won't someone please push me in. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Mixed Chorus 2, 3 Annual Staff 4 Clarion 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Musical 1, 2, 3 Forensics 1, 2, 3, 4 Band 1, 2, 3, 4 One-Act Play 1 Speech Class Play 2 Senior Class Play 4 DENNIS KOATS, Den Twinkle, Twinkle, athletic st what a joy to girls you are. Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4 Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4 Football 1, 2 Track 2, 3, 4 Treasurer 2 Vice-President 3 Prom King 3 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Outstanding Boy 3 HARLAN KRAUSE, Kraus That classes aren't longer make me weep, the bell breaks in upon my sleep. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 3. Transferred from Elroy High School. VIRGINIA KRENTZ, Ginny She rides in a Buick and the rest of us walk. Cheerleader 1, 2, 3, 4; G.A.A. 3, 4; One-Act Play 2, 3, 4; President 2; Homecoming Court 2; F.H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Council 3; Clarion 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Prom Queen 3; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Musical 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Forensics 2, 3, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; D.A.R. Mixed Chorus 4; Senior Class Play 4. SHIRLEY McMAHON, Irish Never argue with the Irish. Student Council 4 G.A.A. 4 Phy. Ed. 1,2, 4 Homecoming Court 4 Band 1 Annual 4 Forensics 3, 4 Senior Class Play 4 Variety is the spice of life, don't try one, try them all. Annual Staff 4 Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Cheerleader 1, 4 Clarion 3, 4 F. H.A. 1 G. A.A. 3, 4 Forensics 1, 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4 Musical 1, 2, 3 Christmas Play 4 One-Act Play 2, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Prom Court 3 Secretary 2 Senior Class Play 4 ORBY MEYER, Clinker I would study and be smart, but to take a book home would break my heart. Band 1, 2, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Musical 1, 2, 3 BILL HUSSEY, Hamms I'm like a powder puff, I belong to a woman. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 2, 3; Student Council 1, 2; Homecoming Court 2, 4; Prom Court 3; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; Forensics 2; One-Act Play 2. JACK PHILLIPS, Red To worry little, to study less, is my idea of happiness. Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4. Transferred from Steinmetz High School. Mischief is my middle name.' Glee Club 1, 2, 3 Library Club 1 Homecoming Court 1 Prom Court 3 G.A.A. 3, 4 Annual Staff 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 HELEN RUSSELL, Helly Minds are like horses, one must exercise them to keep them in work- ing order. F. H.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Library Club 4 Annual 4 Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4 Musical 1,2,3 G. A.A. 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 Senior Class Play 4 ARNOLD SCHRANK, Handlebar If silence were gold, he'd be a millionaire. F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3. GORDON SINGER, Gordie A musician, a student, and liked by all oh my gosh what a screwball. Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Baseball 2, 3, 4; President 3; Student Council 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Annual Staff 4; Orchestra 2, 4; One-Act Play 2; Boy's State 3; Forensics 2, 3; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Musicals 1, 2, 3. - ROBERT RUSSELL, Bonehead Bubbling over with laughter ant fun but never a worry for work ur done. Band 2, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1 Stage Manager 3, 4 F.F.A. 1, 2, 3, 4 RITA SPLITTGERBER, Ret Wise and otherwise. Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 JANICE SOINEY, Soybean She flies at the sight of a man. We won't say in which direction. Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3( 4 Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4 Speech Class 2 • Library Club 4 Clarion 4 Band 3, 4 Forensics 4 G.A.A. 3, 4 Musicals 1, 2, 3 • - X ' DELBERT SUEHRING, Del I have a car, it's not so new, but show me a road I can't go through. Football 1, 3, 4 F.F.A. 3, 4 Baseball 1, 2 Track 1, 2, 3, 4 Basketball 1, 2 Bowling 1, 2 Phy. Ed. 1,2, 3, 4 Forensics 1 Transferred from Princeton High School PETREA SWADER, Pete I've lived, I've loved. I'm 'not' satisfied. Cheerleader 1, 4; F.H.A. 1, 2, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Mixed Chorus 2, 3, 4; Clarion 3, 4; Annual 4; Musicals 1, 2, 3; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; G.A.A. 3, 4. BERNICE SWANEY, Bernie Have fun today. Tomorrow will take care of itself. Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3; Glee Club 2; F.H.A. 1, 2. Transferred from Montello High School. MARJORIE ULRICH, Mag I'm a senior now I dignified. F. H.A. 1 G. A.A. 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 TED TOFAIR, Tedoff If bright cracks were grains of sand, I would be a desert. Football 1, 2, 3, 4 Track 2, 3, 4 Volleyball 3, 4 F.F.A. 1, 3, 4 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4 u MARLENE ULRICH, Marlenie I Never speak sense when n f sense will answer the purpose | well. F. H.A. 1 G. A.A. 3, 4 Library 3 Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3 ORVAL VOGEL, Orv A star? Well he's always out at night.' Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; F.F.A. 3, 4. SPENCER ZUELKE, Suspence Frank Lloyd Wright and I have something in common, we're both from Wisconsin. President 1; Forensics 2; Annual 4; Orchestra 4; Music 1, 2, 3; Clarion 2, 3, 4; Chorus 2, 3, 4; Band 1, 2, 3, 4; Phy. Ed. 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Class Play 4. jfcOMETRy v M P. Fredrick F. Ginter N. Henke C. Kasubaski J. Krentz B. Koepcke V. Lachelt j A Leach B. Lyon L. Schwanke N. Schwanke + ) R. Babbe N. Cook A. Fietz E. Becker f ) . G. Cullen C. Bohn ’X ' ..4 M. Buchanan £ UtMfttfi 'i A A- ..T� i isv r President................G. Mickalek V. President...........T. Hamilton Secretary............Janice Campbell Treasurer.........R. Gohlke SOPHOMORE CLASS A. Blair M. Eichmann N Fry T. Taschwer J. Weir S. Somey O Tassler R. Stanke L. Zeller ft E. Sternhagen S. Trimble K. Zuelke S. Behr L. Bloede G. Blatchley 1. Buschke C l '•a J; 1 Jwjj 1 77 L. Boy B. Brakebush B. Brockway J. Brockway W. Brudnawski President.........................G. Alexander V. President.................................G. Swader Secretary.........................K- Schatzka Treasurer.............................R. Wright m. Buchholz B. Cook C. Cook V. Daye K. Detert H. Fravel J. Hackbart B. Dewar N. Dewar R. Schrank B. Weiss K. Schultz H. Schwockert J. Wenzel N. Schwanke D. Shurpit Smile for the Birdie Young Lovers. What is it?? STUDENT COUNCIL M. Collins, J. Reetz, C. Lietz, S. McMahon, R. Hart- ling, C. Gohlke, G. Singer, Mr. Kohn, Advisor, B. Ham- mond, P. Fredrick, B. Lyon. This year's Student Council has been active in many ways. They had charge of the candy and pop machines and also the magazine sales campaign. Early in the year, four members attended a Student Council Conference in LaCrosse. They held a meeting with the faculty at which they tried to better things for the entire student body. Seated: V. Daye, D. Shurpit, C. Linaberry, L. King. Standing: A. Leach M Lewin, A. Kruger, V. Lachelt, S. Kopp, N. Swick, I. Buschke. Seated: Miss Chapman. Standing: Secretary, H. Russell; President, J. Stanke; Vice-President, J. Soiney; Treasurer, W. Johnson. Stories for students begin with the care of the books under the direction of the members of the Library Club and their advisor, Miss Chapman. The girls had com- plete charge of checking out books for students and also were in charge of keep- ing the library in order during certain hours. The girls made posters during book week to remind everyone of the impor- tance of books in school life. Our yearbook, the Pioneer, will help bring memories of 195 at W.H.S. Under the able guidance of the advisor, Mr. Brenholt, 2 staff members worked to make this production a success. Mr. Galle shot the students on two different occasions, using cameras an lights instead of deadly weapons. Putting the annual together proved to be a great deal of worl and two pair of scissors, four pencils, five bottles of glue, and twenty four people were completely worn out in the process. c 1 n % -i o M The monthly school story is published by the 13 mem- bers of the Clarion, our school paper, and their excellent ad- visor, Mr. Kohn. The Clarion furnished its readers with all interesting hap- penings of the school clubs and organizations. Because the advertising and sales do not cover the cost of publishing, the Clarion made and printed programs for all basketball and football games. Three members of the staff attended the Journalism Conference, held at the University of Wisconsin, where they learned many good tips on writing. FUTURE HOMEMAKERS OF AMERICA Row 1: J. Weir, J. Schatzko, B. Dewar, N. Fry, A. Johnson, B. Cook, N. Cook. S. Son- nenberg, E. Sternhagen, G. Swader, H. Hammond, J. Hamilton. Row 2: I. Spath, S. Wegert, B. Janke, C. Thalacker, D. Shurpit. M. Eichman. D. Ginter, M. Fullmer, A. Blair, P Swader, E. Spath. Row 3: C. Cook, K. Zuelke, L. Tofari, S. Trimble, M. Collins. F. Ginter. C. Frank, C. Lyon, M. Buchholz, R Janke. Row 4: V. Krentz, S. Spurgeon, M. Wruck, S. Kopp, J. Selk, M. Meinke. K. Teske. K. Schatzka, L. Schwanke, N. Schwanke, A Krueger. Secretary: B. Tassler, Reporter: B. Lyon, Parliamentarian: R. Dahlke, His- torian: D. Topping, President: M. Dahlke, Advisor; Mrs. Shurpit. Chart Keeper: W. Johnson. Vice President: J. Krentz, Treasurer: H. Russell. State Officer Rita Dahlke Highlighting the F.H.A. siory this year was the state officer's meeting held here. Our future homemakers al- so attended a fall rally held a demon- stration contest, and co-sponsored o parent party with the F.F.A. FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA Row 1: C. Lietz, D. Zuelke, R. Erdman, K. Detert, W. Brudnowski, J. Seigel, K. Schultz, F. Kolbeck, G. Monroe, J. Jepson, J. Hamilton, C. Kasubaski, K. Shurpit. Row 2: R. Byrne, D. Suehring, B. Christenson, M. Henke, P. King, C. Laing, J. Baker, R. Ulrich, O. Tassler, J. Eggleston, T. Giese, R. Eggleston, D. Glaske, H. Fravel. Row 3: H. Schwockert, H. Horton, D. Hessler, D. Fenske. R. Hackbart, J. Frozene, G. Kozak, A. Fietz, J. Phillips, G. Muske, T. Taschwer, G. Michalek, S. Soiney, G. Cullen, L. Boy. Row 4: R. Colby, J. Hamilton, J. Willegal, B. Lillie, R. Wright, E. Becker, J. Wegner, G. Schatzka, L. Severson, S. Gollnick, E. GeRue, O. Vogel, H. Krause. Row 5: T. Tofari, R. Hartling, F. Kluth, R. Wentland, H. Fenske, R. Janke, N. Henke, G. Groskreutz, R. Guderski, D. Detert, I. Reetz, R. Babbe, A. Schrank. GLAMOROUS ATHLETES ASSOCIATION Row 1: A. Johnson, C. Frank, S. Spurgeon, B. Janke. K. Teske. N. Dewar, M. Schultz, B. Lyon, W. Johnson, P. Fredrick, P. Swader, B. Larson, K. Zuelke, C. Gohlke. S. Kopp. B. Dewar, A. Blair. Row 2: C. Cook, S. Behr, M. Quinn, I. Spath, S. Sonnenberg, W. Erdman, F. Ginter, M. Collins. N. Cook. N. Fry, L. Tofari, J. Weir, M. Fuhrman, M Fullmer. Row 3: S. Wegert, F. Meyer, G. Porter, R. Janke, E. Spath. I. Buschke. M. Kemnitz, B. Weiss, H. Hammond, M. Meinke, J Reetz, J. Selk, M. Wruck, L. Meyer, C. Lyon. Row 4: Miss Neerhof, Advisor. J. Hamilton, M. Dahlke, K. Kerst, S. McMahon, J. Hack- bart, D. Kottka, J. Krentz, J. Schatzka, R. Dahlke. C. Linaberry. G. Swader, K. Schatzka, M. Ulrich. The Girl's Athletic Association has had a busy year. The big event of the season was the Sadie Hawkins Day Dance, with the girls escorting the boys. With skating parties dur- ing the winter months the girls were kept in trim. The membership totals 76. The girls par- ticiapte in various activities during the year and work for points. At the end of the year the three girls with highest number of points will receive G.A.A. emblems. President.... Secretary Advisor....... Treasurer Vice-President .....J. Soiney .. . . H. Russell Miss Neerhof, .. .. B. Tassler .....V. Krentz MUSICAL MAGICIANS Twirlers: S. Trimble, P. Fredrick, Drum Major: J. Hamilton, Director, Mr. Johnson. Row 1: P. Swader, P. King. J. Selk, O. Myer, S. Zuelke, M. Dahlke. Row 2: J. Hamilton, K. Teske, C. Bohn, J. Hackbart, C. Lyon. D. Topping. Row 3: J. Campbell, R. Dahlke. M. Fullmer, J. Hamilton, A. Leach, K. Kerst, J. Schatzka, J. Soiney, G. Kozak. Row 4: M. Collins, R. Ely. N. Dewar, M. Holden. B. Dewar, H. Topping, J. Krentz, C. Gohlke, G. Singer, G. Schatzka. Row 5: M. Quinn, B. Lyon, B. Larson. B. Russell, S, Spurgeon. Row 6: V. Krentz, B. Janke, M. Buchanan, L. Meyer, J. Reetz, M. Fuhrman. Musical Magic might well be the phrase used to de- scribe the sometimes serious, sometimes lighthearted tunes produced by the school band. Under the direction of Mr Johnson, this group once again delighted audiences at con- certs, programs, and sporting events throughout the year. In addition to playing for many local events, band mem- bers prepared for the music festival at Montello, where they competed for a spot in the state contest. STORIES IN SONG Row 1: P. Fredrick, J. Schatzka, V. Daye, V. Krentz, P. Swader, H. Russell, H. Hammond. Row 2: J. Weir, K. Kerst, E. Sternhagen, F. Olson, AA. Collins, J. Gohlke, A. Leach, D. Topping, A. Johnson, Director, K. Johnson. Row 3: L. Meyer, AA. Thiede, C. Linaberry, J. Hamilton, G. Swader, K. Schatzka, B. Janke, F. Ginter, S. Trimble, B. Lyon, R. Dahlke, J. Hamilton, L. King. Row 4: J. Campbell, K. Zuelke, W. Johnson, C. Thalacker, M. Fullmer, AA. Lewin, B. Wilken, N. Swick, AA. Fuhr- man, A. Blair, AA. Eichman, C. Lyons, B. Dewar. Row 5: B. Larson, J. Soiney, S. Spurgeon, C. Frank, G. Gohlke, AA. Schultz, AA. AAeinke, P. Babbe, J. Selk, S. Kopp, J. Reetz, K. Teske, AA. Buchanan, D. Frank. Row 1: B. Brakebush, D. Neeb, D. Daye, D. Glaske, F. Wolf, T. Giese. Row 2: B. Pekowsky, F. Kolbeck, S. Zuelke, T. Taschwer, R. Gohlke. Row 3: G. Schatzka, J. Rank, J. Hamilton, S. Soiney, AAr. Johnson. Row 4: A. Bandt, G. AAichalek, L. Zeller, E. GeRue, G. Singer. MIXED CHORUS Row 1: H. Russell, J. Schatzka, H. Hammond, D Daye, B. Pekowsky, F. Kolbeck, F. Wolf, L. Meyer, F. Olson, J. Hamilton. Row 2: Mr. Johnson, B. Dewar, J. Hamilton, B. Brakebush, T. Giese, R. Gohlke, D. Neeb, G. Swader, R Fredrick. Row 3: . Krentz, A. Johnson, K. Kerst, R. Dahlke, J. Hamilton, G. Singer, S. Soiney, T. Taschwer, P. Swader, J. Soiney, B. Lyon, W. Johnson. Row 4: B. Larson, M. Buchanan, S. Spurgeon, G. Schatzka, A. Bandt, S. Zuelke, E. Ge- Rue, M. Meinke, C. Lyon, C. Gohlke What could be more enjoyable than boy’s or girl's glee club? Mixed chor- us, of course. Under the capable direction of Mr. Johnson, they created tales set to music for their own enjoyment and that of others. “The Blew Notes”, ourschoolorchestra furnished the delightful music for the after-the-game dances and also the Sadie Hawkins Dance. Their music was enjoyable and appreciated by all who heard and danced to it. Seated: Mr. Johnson, P. Fredrick, J. Selk, C. Gohlke. DANCE BAND Standing: S. Zuelke, J Hamilton, G. Singer, B. Lyon, J. Hamilton. Row 1: J. Weir, B. Lyon, S. Spurgeon, V. Krentz, B. Larson, S. McMahon, K. Kerst. Row 2: M. Schultz, M. Fullmer, B. Dewar, C. Thalacker, M. Dahlke, B. Tass- ler, J. Schatzka, A. Johnson. Row 3: W. Johnson, D. Ginter, F. Ginter, J. Stanke, J. Campbell, K. Zuelke, N. Swick. Row 4: N. Dewar, J. Soiney, R. Dahlke, C. Lyon, J. Rank, B. Pekowsky, G. Kozak. Seated: J. Stanke, K. Zuelke, C. Gohlke, J. Reetz. Standing: N. Schwanke, A. Krueger, Mr. Brenholt, M. Meinke. Not shown: B. Colby. W.H.S.'s speech department sprouted a vigorous new bud this year with the formation of a de- bate division. Eight students par- ticipated in this activity. The de- bate team, along with 9 other schools, competed in their first contest at Stevens Point. On March 1 2, 1 2 speakers com- peted in our league contest held at Westfield. Westfield again re- ceived fame as 7 members re- ceived A's to win the gold trophy for their school. Mr. Brenholt and Miss Johnson were co-supervisors of our 1953- 54 speech program. SENIOR CLASS PLAY PLAY CAST D. Bengsch Sir Sagramore T. Giese Clarence E. GeRue Merlin J. Hamilton King Arthur G. Singer Hank S. Zuelke Sir Lanuncelot H. Russell Elaine W. Johnson Sandy V. Krentz Queen Guenever B. Larson Morgan Le Fay J. Hamilton Marian S. McMahon Mrs. Bennett R. Russell Stage Manager Mr. Kohn Director Scared???? Does it hurt? Knights of the square table B. Pekowsky, N. Dewar, Director, Miss Johnson, J. Rank, D. Bengsch. Westfield High was again recognized with fame as the One-Act Play Fantasia , surviving all preliminary contests, received an A rating at the state meet. The play competed with Gray Bread for local honors and was chosen as the winner after much con- sideration. The characters in Fantasia were puppets and the four actors, under the excellent direction of Miss John- son, did a wonderful job of portraying them. Congratulations to the cast and their coach in bring- ing this first-time honor to W.H.S. Director: Miss Johnson; Student Directors: M. V. Krentz, B. Larson, M. Schultz, B. Dewar. Schultz, K. Teske; Stage Manager: B. Russell. HOMECOMING FESTIVITIES Festivities rolled under way for the Homecoming celebration on Octo- ber 15, with the annual bonfire and snake dance. The big day of the game began with a gala parade made up of floats with suggestions as to how to beat the Hilltoppers'. That evening Montello was crushed 41-6 by the Pio- neers. Queen Jane Reetz and King Jerry Michalek reigned over the victory dance. Dreamy melodies by Harold Ferron’s Orchestra formed a fitting con- clusion for the star-studded occasion. M. Buchholtz, G. Porter. S. McMnhon, Queen: J Reetz, King: G. Michalek, B. Mussey J. Rank H. Fravel M. Dahlke, J. Soiney, J. Robinson, B. Larson, Queen V. Krentz, King D. Koats, R. Hartling, A. Imm, B. Mussey, D. West. Soft lights and beautiful music will long be remembered by the dancers at the annual Junior Prom held on May 9, 1953, in the school gymnasium. The theme, Moonlight and Roses, was illustrated with trellises of climbing roses surrounding the gym. A large yellow moon provided the lighting. The music was played by Al Alverson and his orchestra. ' a. :v. v It ‘ 1 V 4 If� V V , y vV j X v v v v J� « r w i . v v Y v r v y ' X Y Y Y Y y ' V Y Y V' Y Y Y Y Y vr r � Y v y Y J � i I y ’ - _% ■ w ,’ Y Y a VY y y Y Y v i ■y y ss S A SPaldiHG COLLEGE BfflCIUSIZt ttlliHT 33 4 I Y ✓ rxx y A; yy B. Mussey R. Guderski T. Tofari A. Imm J. Muske G. Collins B. McMahon D. Suehring i.o'1 C- MS 50 'Q : ? The football story is one of bruises, cuts and excitement. Our football team wound up the season with a third-place rating in the conference, which was a considerable improvement. Their performance showed very excellent work by Coach Huxtable and his boys. R. Hackbart G. Drew J. Michalek C. Kasubaski H. Fenske B. Mussey, A. Imm, D. Koats, B. Hammond, T. Hamilton, Coach V. Clark. Our basketball story is one that will long be remembered by the students of Westfield High. Starting the season as an under-rated team, they surprised many others by defeating them. Under the expert guid- ance of our wonderful coach, Mr. Clark, their performance was always one of teamwork and fair play. Suffering defeat only once in a non- conference overtime, Clark's boys made their school proud. After copping the conference with a 12-0 record, the Pioneers went on to cop championship honors at the district tournament. Although they lost the playoff, they are to be congratulated for their fine work dur- ing the season. r-c c x x H ? FUTURE CHAMPS SEASON'S RECORD Westfield 49 Baraboo 39 Westfield 50 A-F 39 Westfield 44 Omro 31 Westfield 54 Plainfield 24 Westfield 61 Port 53 Westfield 53 Montello 34 Westfield 61 Wild Rose 57 Westfield 38 Wautoma 28 Westfield 58 A-F 44 Westfield 61 Wild Rose 35 Westfield 78 Omro 51 Westfield 42 Oxen 43 Westfield 64 Plainfield 44 Westfield 41 Baraboo 38 Westfield 55 Port 42 Westfield 64 Montello 52 Westfield 45 Wautoma 27 R. Neeb, R. Stock, Mr. Huxtable, Coach, R. Babbe, R. Jahnke, J. Willegal, H. Fenske, N. Henke, J. Frozene, G. Schatzka, S. Soiney, G. Monroe, F. Kolbeck, D. Glaske, R. Gohlke, O. Tassler, M. Reiland. OUR BOYS IN ACTION TRACK AND BASEBALL On your mark Pitch it in here Ready for work Up and over GO TEAM, FIGHT P. Swader, V. Krentz, B. Tassler, B. Larson, G. Swader. Standing: B. Pekowsky. Yells and songs provided the necessary school spirit backing our football and basketball teams to very successful seasons. Through the cooperation of the entire student body our six peppy cheerleaders did an outstanding job of organizing and leading the cheers. Due to much outside practice the cheerleaders were able to put on an exhibition of which their school could be proud. We, the Annual Staff, wish to take this opportunity to thank those business places who donated to this annual. Hotel Westfield............................................................$7.00 Beutler's Jewelry Store.................................................... 7.00 Westfield Co-op Dairy...................................................... 7.00 Hamilton Farms............................................................. 7.00 The Central Union.......................................................... 7.00 Ernie's Cities Service..................................................... 7.00 Westfield State Bank.......................................................$5.00 Westfield Milling and Electric Company..................................... 5.00 Shell, Wally Bean, Prop.................................................... 5.00 Neshkoro Farmers Exchange Bank............................................. 5.00 Squirt Nesbit Beverage Company............................................. 5.00 Brakebush Brothers......................................................... 5.00 Westfield Produce.......................................................... 5.00 Chevrolet Garage........................................................... 5.00 Peoples Bank of Coloma..................................................... 5.00 Westfield Nursey and Florist...............................................$3.00 Clyde's Bar................................................................ 3.00 Alexander's Grocery........................................................ 3.00 Nelson and Sohn Garage..................................................... 3.00 Golliher Auto Service...................................................... 3.00 S and T Meat Market........................................................ 3.00 Schauer's Garage........................................................... 3.00 Alexander's Hardware....................................................... 3.00 Gardner Bakery............................................................ 3.00 Meyers Barber Shop......................................................... 3.00 Rainbow Cafe............................................................... 3.00 Teske's Motor Service...................................................... 3.00 Richard and Lila Koats..................................................... 3.00 Krenfz Oil Company......................................................... 3.00 Schultz and Thalacker...................................................... 3.00 Mitchell's Restaurant...................................................... 3.00 Reiland's Drug Store....................................................... 3.00 Westfield Variety Store.................................................... 3.00 Eubank's .................................................................. 3.00 Fullmer's Standard Station................................................. 3.00 Gambles Store........................................................... 3.00 Al's D-X................................................................... 3.00 Coloma Motor Sales......................................................... 3.00 Murphy's Bar............................................................$2.00 Barnard's Bar............................................................ 2.00 Pomplin Texaco Service..................................................... 2.00 Hamilton's Hardware........................................................ 2.00 Collins Grocery.......................................................... 2.00 Kellogg Brothers Lumber Company............................................ 2.00 Milt's Barber Shop......................................................... 2.00 Coffee Cup................................................................. 2.00 Frank's Mobil Service...................................................... 2.00 Freddie's D-X............................................................ 2.00 Clara Schwark, Insurance Agency............................................ 2.00 John Tassler, Insurance Agency............................................. 2.00 Gieses Lumber Yard......................................................... 2.00 Gohlkes Implement Company.................................................. 2.00 Thalackers Appliances...................................................... 2.00 Holzhueters Standard Service Station....................................... 2.00 Brei tys Rexall Drug Store...............................................$2.00 V. W. Reetz, Meat Market................................................ 2.00 Henrys Keenway.......................................................... 2.00 Crane Service Station.................................................... 2.00 Leslie and Ida Smart..................................................... 2.00 Chaunceys .............................................................. 2.00 Karl Lord............................................................... 2.00 Dugan Motors............................................................ 2.00 Windus 24-Hour Service.................................................. 2.00 Teen Town............................................................... 2.00 Krugers Market.......................................................... 2.00 Dewar Body Shop.......................................................... 2.00 John Conant.............................................................. 2.00 State Farm Mutual Auto Inc. Erwin Daye................................... 2.00 Arden Daye............................................................... 2.00 Quinns Plumbing and Heating............................................ 2.00 Coloma Mercantile Company................................................ 2.00 Rudy Bandt—General Trucking.............................................. 2.00 A. S. Hamilton and Son................................................... 2.00 Follett and Leach Inc.................................................... 2.00 Tades Bar.................................................................$100 W. M. Lange and Son..................................................... 100 Schultz's Texaco Station................................................ 1 00 Royal Restaurant........................................................ 1 00 Coloma Barber Shop...................................................... 100 Albert Frank Store......................................................$ -50 AUTOGRAPHS - ' ■- •'tv-