Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 54, Number 222, Decatur, Adams County, 20 September 1956 — Page 9

The School Reporter

DECATUR HIGH SCHOOL By ELLENWELCH DECATUR 14 NEW HAVEN 7 In a game

-viewed by a” “standing room only" crowd, the Yellow Jackets showed New Huven that victory over Auburn wasn’t an acci-g dent and' that. this year the , football team ■

has the manpower and know how and also the will to win the close ones. New Haven showed a fast, clever ballclub that almost tied the score on the Jackets iu the last quarter—but didn’t. D.H.S, may not have an undefeated season, but they won't play a team that will think that they have had a •‘pushover.’’ Keep rolling Jackets, and beat those (Railroaders Friday night! —D.H.S.-— '' Everyone was glad to see coach Worthman at the game Friday night. This week he has been helping at the practices. He was greatly missed around the halls of P. U.S. and it is hoped that he will soon be back for good!! —D. H. S — After the Friday night game, there was a dance at the Community Center, sponsored by the aenlor class. The name of the dance was “Senior Kick-off’’ and the Center was filled to the brim with kids. Everyone had a real good time. Thanks seniors. -D.H.S — Last Thursday night there was a pep session in the gym. Mr. Dorwin gave a talk on the fundamentals of football and the team went through a few o‘s their plays in “slow motion.” Following the talk, the cheering bloc went over some new yells with the cheerleaders. The only thing missing from the pep session was the kids, so get some of that SCHOOL SPIRIT, that you all say you have, and come to the pep sessions. —D. U.S.Senior picture-taking time is

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almost here, so girls pick out your prettiest sweater or blouse, and ’ boys get that one last haircut. The schedule for pictures is being ' made out now, so be sure to get ■■ the papers with your choice of i photographers to Sara Rrunnegraff ■ or to Mr. Smith immediately. -D. H. S.— Beverly Patrick, a member of i the senior class, was married SunI day, September 15, to Ronnie MorI ton of Fort Wayne. Best wishes, Bev! 1 —D. H.S.trEveryone at D.H.S. was glad to hear that Susie Gerber will be able to take subjects with her class this year. It is hoped that soon she will be able to resume all of her studies back at school. —D.H.S.— D.H.S. wishes to congratulate Joyce Callow, who graduated from D.H.S. last year, on making the staff of the “Torch,” the newspaper at Valparaiso University. She had to take many difficult tests to obtain this position. —D. H. S.— On September 28, the first issue of the Jacket Journal will be distributed. The deadline for subscriptions is September 25, so get your 50c to a member of the journalism class as soon as you can. The members of the class include: Sharon Michaud, Sharon Gray, Donna Small, Sara Brunnegraff, Marilyn Jefferies. Ellen Welch, Ed Bean, Ken Vanhorn, Ken Hawkins, and Jack Ladd. This years paper will be the best one so far, so hurry and subscribe!! —D. H. S — Do you know that what “pusillanimous” means, or “obstreperous,” or maybe “scintillating” If you’re a member of the speech class, you know' what they mean and you also know the correct wmy to give a short talk and many other helpful things. It’s very interesting and the class is learning a lot. Oh, by the way, the words mean: cowardly, unruly, and sparkling—they aren’t really so bad. are they? —D. H. S.—

Decatur, Indiana, Thursday, September 20, 1956.

\ wMmb- ! ±.l b f I I •M DEMOCRATS declare the commanding victory of Maine’s Democratic Gov. Edmund S. Muskie, 42, shown casting his ballot in Waterville in this year’s first election, heralds rising Democratic strength. Defeating Republican William A. Trafton, Jr, by more than 50,000 votes, Muslcie is the second Democratic governor reelected in Maine since the Civil war. With the governor in the voting place is his wife, (Internationa Soundphoto)

Tuesday, September 11, school really started off with a bang as far as assembly programs are concerned. In the morning, Ralph Melville spoke on the history of glass. -While speaking, Mr. Melville made a small glass boat and a glass bud vase, which he later presented to the school. The boat and the vase are now in the display case on the second floor. Mr. Melville asked two students, Dennis Lobsiger and Jerry Baumann, to help, him with an experiment. In the afternoon, a former Decatur graduate, Howard Wisehaupt, gave a talk on “The Values of Study,” w-fiich was both educa-

tional and entertaining. D.H.S. enjoyed both of these programs very much. -D. H. S.— Friday night after the Garrett game, the junior class will sponsor a dance. The will be at the Community Center and the cost of the dance will be 15 cents per person and 25 cents per couple. The juniors haven’t decided on a name for their dance yet, but it promises to be a good one, so come!!' -D. H. S.— The Jackets beat Hartford City Tuesday night! That makes three in a row. so Jackets, go, go, go! -D. H. S.—

MONMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL By GRACE FUHRMAN

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Student sos AfHS are proud! of new equipment added to the various departments this] fall. Ope very' valuable addP tion is the elec-j trie typewriter] which has been installed in thej

typing room. The advanced typing students have been busy getting the “feel” of it and are grateful for the opportunity of using this modern machine. Os great help, too, are the large flourescent lights in the typing room which give it a bright new appearance. tt. h. s.— Much physics apparatus has been purchased. Workbooks have arrived so now the class is ready to start experimenting. Levers and .PUUeys have been the topics of discussion lately. . —M. H. S — A new- record player, a gift from the class of 1956, is one of the grandest gifts. Various departments such as the physical education and typing classes plan to use it. Connected to the new loudspeaker system, it will furnish music for parties and dances. Thanks a million — class of 1956. —M. H. S.— Last Friday night was a night which will be remembered for a long time by freshmen and seniors. The freshmen were initiated and are now full-fledged members of Monmouth high school. When the freshmen were lined up, they made a very colorful display, what with the various shades of lipstick and rouge w’hich they wore. Signs such as “Seniors Are The Greatest” and “I Ain’t Nothing But A Hound Dog” appeared on almost every freshman. After the initiation a wiener roast was enjoyed by everyone present, and then some of the freshmen got-a free ride into town and a tour through the Community Center. —M.H.S.— The members of the first year typing class did art typing for the first time last Friday. This was enjoyed by most members of the class, even though some of the jpetures were not just true to form. Next time the pictures will probably be better, tor “practice makes perfect.” —M.H.S-— Last Saturday the band participated in the marching and playing contest at Berne. This was the first time the band has marched .‘Wilt- r ■ -

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in a parade and although it did not win a prize, the members are to be commended, for they did a fine job of marching. —M. H B.— A committee consisting of five band members has been appointed to aid in the selection of uniforms. They are Grace Fuhrman, Sue Merriman, Jim Singleton, Janet Schaffer, and Jack Miller. The band is planning to select a' standard uniform and purchase the slacks of this uniform this year. In years to come it hopes to complete the outfit. —M.H.S.— The name of Mrs. Martha Kliehhenz was unintentionally omitted from last week’s column. Mrs. Kleinhenz ,is the popular sponsmr of the junior class and teaclms girls’ physical education. Our apologies to you, Mrs. Kleinjienz. —M.H.S.— A section of the playground has been having its face lifted lately. This js the area which is used by the first six grades and since it has been leveled, it is much nicer for playground use. Additional swings help a great deal too. MHB wishes to say “thank you” to everyone . who helped with this project —M. H.S.— Has anyone noticed a thoughtful expression on the sophomores' faces? They will soon hold a class meeting to choose the style of, and order their school jackets and sweaters. This is just one of the privileges of being a sophomore. —M. H. S — The library qjub met recently with their sponsor, Mrs. Owens. A librarian has been assigned to each period in the day. OtheF members of the club are processing books to be used in the library. Soon it will be in order and ready for the school to use. —M. H. S.— The art club met also and elected officers for the following year. They are president, Byron Linker; vice-president, Keith Brandt; secretary, Pat McCagg; and treasurer, Edwina f Booth. The sponsor of the art club is Mrs. Owens. —M.H.S.— : Last Tuesday the cross country team made a very good showing against South Side’s team. They did not win the meet, but ran a very close second with the score 29 to 27. Good work, boys, and good luck in your next meet. —M. H. B.— Last Friday at the Berne invitational cross country meet Monmouth's veteran runner, Bob Hildebrand. broke the county cross county record by running the two

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mile stretch in 10:01. He was first out of a field of 47 runners. Congratulations, Bob! Keep up the good work! •'-M. H. S.— PLEASANT MILLS HIGH By KAY ARCHER

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The gym floor has takeTi on ' a new look since it has been sanded and revarnished. It has been designed for the use ofthe, 12-foot-widel free’throw line] that will be used] at the beginning 1

of the 1957-58 season. All schools that are now under construction, or are refipishing their gym floors, have been requested to make this change. A temporary line will be used this year. The boundary lines and the centej circle have been

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painted black and white, the school colors. The cheerleaders will be required to wear gym shoes to keep the floor as nice as possible. —P. M. H. S.— Last Tuesday the seniors had a class meeting. Most of the period was spent with a representative from Fort Wayne from whom they are buying the annual. —P. M. H. S.— The seniors canvassed Decatur and the surrounding areas for advertisements for their annual. Wednesday. A committee of Kay Archer, Judy Bollenbacher, and Beverly Ehrsam, was selected to organise the group. „ —P. M. H. S — JoM Frey, Mary Speakman, Glenda Thomas, and Jerry Williamson were elected to make arrangements for freshmen initia-« tion. Nothing definite has been

—P. M. H. S.— Last Tuesday the seniors had a class meeting. Most of the period was spent with a representative from Fort Wayne from whom they are buying the annual. —P. M. H. S.— The seniors canvassed Decatur and the surrounding areas for advertisements for their annual. Wednesday. A committee of Kay Archer, Judy Bollenbacher, and Beverly Ehrsam, was selected to organise the group.