Illinois High School Press Association Script Staff
Mary Saunders heads the publications team with Trudy Worth as news editor. Sports editor Herb Reed, business manager Dang Johnson, and advisor Virginia Maya lead a large staff including Donna Smith Judy Summers Carol Swartley Mary Stefanich Nora Stronk Chartree Buyers Gale Dillon and others. Sports writers cover varsity and junior teams with coaches and assistants listed for each sport.
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Perature
Mary Saunders News
Divor Trudy
Worth Sports
MITOR
Herb Reed Business
Managhit Dang Johnson Stake
Jann Bowers
Virginia Maya
Donna Smith
Judy Sunmers
Corol Swartley
Mary Stefanich
Nora Stronk
Chartree Buyers
Gale Dillon Int Barlow
Pat Arage
Dene Thummel
Cynthia Grennan
Georgia Whipworth
Paul Seloover
Dana Johnsen
Billie Speer
Sylvia Scham
Clara Mae Chooses New Clothes After Shopping Spree
Clara Mae and Cousin Elda June endure a long shopping day with many stores and new fashion items. Clara Mae worries about wearing high heels and upsetting Lucy the sow while navigating crowds and fatigue.
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Paw
Ezekiel
Sally Belle
Lemuel
Sur Hugo
Elda June
Vurry Minnitt
Lucy
Elda
Junior Rotarians for November list members
The Junior Rotarians for November include Charlice Buyers Nancy Hecht June Kirby John Wolf Merle Johnson and Dick Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlice Buyers
Nancy Hecht
June Kirby
John Wolf
Merle Johnson
Dick Johnson
Love Walked In Tops Local Record Picks
In a year end feature for 1953, the Hilltoppers lead the best sellers on radio and jukeboxes with Love Walked In and its flip To Be Alone. Dean Martin and Tony Bennett also figure prominently with That Amore and Rags to Riches while Jerry Lewis I Keep Your Picture Hanging Upside Down gains airplay. Other notable acts include Sammy Kaye and Arthur Godfrey with seasonal selections Taritha Kitt in Santa Baby and The Typewriter Song by Leroy Anderson.
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Hilltoppers
Love
Ames Brothers
Four Lads
Martin
Lewis
Dean Martin
Jerry Lewis
Leroy Anderson
Tony Bennett
Tony
Sammy Kaye
Mission of St. Augustine
Arthur Godfrey
Little Godfreys
Prom Co Chairmen Chosen By Junior Class
Under Miss Jan Head and Miss Margaret Shaver supervision the junior class held a November meeting to select prom co chairmen Phyllis Holloway and Harold Husing. January will designate committee heads and students will sign up for committees. Juniors also sell candy at lunch in the cafeteria and room 230 and after school in the commercial room.
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Jan Head
Margaret Shaver
Phyllis Holloway
Harold Hussing
Don't Worry If Your Job Is Small Quote
An inspirational note encourages patience and perseverance, comparing growth to a mighty oak once a nut, urging steady effort regardless of status or reward. It emphasizes humble beginnings and personal resilience.
What About Loyalty in School Life and Behavior
A school issue urges loyalty among students and backing for activities like basketball football track and plays. It questions spending by taxpayers and parents on education, asks if students discredit the school with robberies or reckless driving, and calls for better conduct and future focus.
Most Wanted Male by Hair and Personality List
A panel of two girls from each class compiles a humorous Christmas stocking wish list labeling traits for a ideal mate. The item mixes playful mock profiles with named individuals and lighthearted glee.
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Wesley King
Danny Kindle
Neil Brown
Harold Hussing
Herb Reed
Jim Gebhardt
Merle Johnson
Bruce Kunde
Dick Johnson
John de Wind
Lester Weinstine
Jim Austin
Don Kilburg
Frank Wayne
Chuck Pough
Ronnie Newell
Tusi Taualii
Debate Club Prepares for Debates in LaGrange
Eight debaters including Mr and Mrs Paul Clopper and Mrs Lee Tyne attended a practice debate in LaGrange on November 14. They debated the proposition The President of the United States Should Be Elected by Direct Vote of the People. Cynthia Grennan plans practice debates with eight other schools for SHS debaters before February at Augustana College.
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Paul Clopper
Lee Tyne
LaGrange
United States
Cynthia Grennan
SHS
Augustana College
Gum-chewing Girl and Caw Share Similar Style
A brief verse contrasts two gum-chewing figures, noting their similar habit but different vibe. The gum chewer’s easy expression contrasts with the cawing figure’s clear thoughtful look, suggesting a calmer, more reflective mood in the latter.
Christmas wish lists show quirky gifts and festive humor
A stream of humorous holiday musings lists Julie Findlay Tim and others chasing Christmas cheer. Names like Nancy Kested Ned Wah and Don Small appear among playful gifts and year end wishes. Senior girls sing carols while waiting for their Christmas mail and male.
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Julie Findlay
Tim
Santa
Nancy Kested
Newman
Carol Michel
Carol Wetzell
Ned Wah
Doug McGinn
Dana Johnson
Janice Ohnen
W. H
Bob Brown
Karen Pickrel
Les Weinstine
Sylvia Scham
Les
Bruce Benson
Donna Wheelock
Fred Sinroll
Carol Wilkenson
Sam Haliburton
Joyce Cameron
Jim Farrels
Carol Leeseman
St. Nick
Nancy Hecht
Don Small
Spanish Club Christmas Party at Wallace School
The Spanish Club held a December 141 party for 70 first and second graders from Spanish speaking families at Wallace School. The event, with TA assistance, featured chocolate milk and cookies, two pinatas, prizes, and small gifts. Committee chairs included Nikki Flock, Gerry Gutensohn, Marjy Ortiz, Pat Barlow, Mar Stefanich, and Tom Lundquist.
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L.V.P.A.L
Wallace School
T.A
Nikki Flock
Gerry Gutensohn
Marjy Ortiz
Pat Barlow
Ekrangements
Mar! Stefanich
Tom Lundquist
On Guard Freshman and Senior Duel Witty Exchange
A playful exchange centers on a freshman challenging a senior to a battle of wits. The senior replies that he never attacks an unarmed man, turning the taunt into a lesson on restraint and humor.
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