| PAGE THE 8 FRIDAY, HIGHLANDER SCOTS LAUNCH TOWARD STATE ROTC Holds Commissioning of Officers The ROTC Nothe the newly appointed officers attended Major John F. Bailey greeted and oath of the. officers of Ben John Stewart, Sauerbray, and Robert Phillip Hadley, Richard Kersey, Filimon nez, and Delbert Beck, Lts.; and John Saunders, nis, Morgan, Gary Wilson, Daniels, Dick Trudeau, Taylor, Michael Gill, MartiC/1st DenWillie Lewis and Charles Baden, C/2d Lts. Major Bailey, PMS of both In ‘a “nip and tuck” game with South Cache High, Dec. 7, Ogden and Ben Lomond, spoke 1960, Ben Lomond’s forward, Bryant Madsen, tips for a basket. on the developmental characterwhile other team members, Mike Downs and Verlon Hart, keep istics of ROTC. He also reitertheir eye on the ball. ated on the responsibilities and duties of commissioned officers. When the formal meeting Swimming Team wallop- In the 400 yd. free style, B.L.’s Lowder and Keoppel opened the meet with Ist and 2nd places respectively. Ferron Wimmer followed with a 2nd place victory in the 60 yd. free style. Logan fought back as they won an unopposed victory in the 90 yd. butterfly. Ron Musselman displayed tremendous energy as he to a first place win time of 2:49.4 in swam with the the 200 yd. free style followed by Gill of B. L. who took 2nd. Dennis Wimmer sparked the team to victory as ‘he stroked to a ist place win with a time of 1:1.5 in the 90 yd. back stroke followed by Pledger who captured third. Jim Bosch, who took 2nd in the 90 yd. breast stroke, made a desperate bid the last length but was. unable to catch the swimmer Logan. Kenfield and Seppich splashed neck the final length swimmer from Logan pich grabbed the 2nd followed by Kenfield from neck and behind a but Sepplace win with 3rd. Hard work and _ practice proved to be two of the winning factors for Doug Parker as he obtained ist. place in the one meter diving with a score of 75.8. Roger Read sprinted the last length in the 120 yd. Individual Medley but was unable to catch the Logan swimmer. However, Read won Ist place due to the disqualification swimmer who of used the Logan a wrong kick on the breaststroke. Dennis and Ferron Wimmer, Jim Bosch, and Doug Parker sparked the team to victory again as they swam to a Ist place victory in the Medley Relay with a time of 1:10.4. : B.L. climaxed the days’ events when Read, Pledger, Seppich, ‘and Musselman from B.L., com- bined forces to capture 1st place in the 120 yd. free style relay with a time ot 1:4.9. Major William C. Carper, assistant PMS of the Ogden City High Schools, joined the ROTC Staff this year. He was born in Buckhannon, West Virginia, and traveled ended, parents went to the ROTC department. They had the chance to see the installation available, weapons in the firing lanes. | B. L. Wrestling Team Captures 2nd Victory B.L.’s Wrestling Team downEngland where he received his. ed the Lakers 31 to 17 in their secondary schooling. He gradn- Vast. praseasion moe) layed.at with his family ated from: Academy, ginia, years ginia. He since in to India and Fishburne Military ’ Bonneville with Bonieville DecWaynesboro, Vir- ember 9th. { in 1943, and attended two at VMI in Lexington, Virhas served in the Army he volunteered for service 1945. It has taken him to Korea and several places in the United ‘of States. HeWilmet married Mary Lou Harthe te. ilinois, They have daughters. one son in and 1949. three Lassies Receive Gymnastic Merit Special merit certificates were presented to four Ben Lo- Evan Black, Gearith Evertsen, Jim Borgagno, Frank Martin, and Bill Marriott pinned their opponents; each pin in the match was worth 5 points. Richard Mitton and Allen Allred, added 3 points each to the score with a decision of the referee. There was one tie in the Jr. In addition eleven others for having all tests. an to these received 80% Ben girls, merits average in Lloyd Miller of Bonneville. The one . *ision match was won by Be Lomond’s John Snider. Robert Ca. -ipbell, Ken Brown, Dean Loftus, and Evan Black er Th. Feb. B.L. vs. So. Cache These meets are all on Thursdays at 7:30, so let’s all support one of the most exciting and invigorating activities there is. Lomond Lanes INVITES Ben Lomond High To Take Part In Our High School Bowling Program Bring Your Date To.... 320 Wash. Blvd. favor in the following tussles: Ph. EX 4-2901 OGDEN, UTAH, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1960 8 But, recognizing the fact that they were twelve Principal Attends with NUMBER. 2 western tion Coach At the wrestling matches, now being held once a week, things are happening all the time and all at once. An example was the meet held at Ben Lomond .tween Weber and B.L. be- Ken Berrett said ter Members are: Kim currently on the ros- Sees ah 5’ 10%” G Downs .............. 62”. ee Butters Even if Weber did win 52-30, the boys were well-matched and provided. entertainment for a Mike fair sized crowd. Kent Argyle, Dick itp CRAin .........-...6 5’ 10%” G John G Silane Allen Allred, Bill Marriott, Ken Brown, Dean Loftus, and John Snider all scored victories over their Weber opponents. Frank Bryant Verlon Wells Madsen. ........ 6’ Hart .............. 6’ 4” Grow ................ Sa Stephensen ....6’ 4” Richard Nye ............ 6) 1” Tom: Smith: 22.05.05 Soe Dave Hansen ............6’ Richard Sawa ............ Sides Martin won his match by default. as his sparring partner received Vern -Graser 202033: Gag a gash on his head from a bang against the bleachers and was unable to continue. The Weber vouth wha ~eceived the out. was, nD Don Der rmon. Only one complaint about the wrestling matches — where are the B.L. Scotties to cheer our boys on? “Personalized seer” For |. | F C Cc F PG F Cc the Rect in as 2325 Wash. Five Points Barber Shop | the Christmas studentbody Stockdale Larry take time Ben Lomond many schools Ann Logan was one of the across the at 11:00 am., Lt. nation James M. Fournier visited Ben Lomond and explained the Coast Guard Cadet Program to all interest- ed senior boys. represented the Lt. Fournier Coast Guard Academy necticut. London, in New Ann The next held on examina- examination, February Those who missed tation 20 as and Lt. Four- nier’s interesting and informative talk should contact one of. the counselors for valuable information. of Logan, Ben foreign exchange Norway, says Lomond’s student she is event in my whole in a system from remain in ours. the The same for The Bands will unite to play 3 numbers: the “Transcendence Overture” by Frangkiser, ‘‘Pavane” by Cacavas and “Themes Johnson. Each school will also anda Happy New Year play three numbers separately. Among other selections, Ben Lomond. will Overture” Alex thanks all his customers for making his play by Kela “Luspeil Bela, and Weber will play “Sound of Music’ by stein. first year at The Cellar an outstanding success The Rodgers band will .and Hammer- rehearse at Bountiful on January 11. © The Cellar FRED M Directors of the three bands are Mr. Jarvis Palmer of Ben ‘Lomond, Mr. Wayne James, Bountiful and Mr. Darrell Lund, ‘Weber. ‘The band has been successiful in every event they have participated in this year. Ben Lomond wishes them success in BS their “tri-band” concert. Christmas for 2:00. Marita some yet,” of the University and on Tree’”—was brought school. In high school the college preparatory The offering Jonson, dressed of before weeks just and about grams I decided too are Six which are plentiful in Norway. Norwegian meals would seem exceedingly different from ours. Breakfast and lunch consist of cheese between two slices of bread and coffee, goat cheese being Ann’s favorite. For dinher, reindeer beef, ham, quail, fish, potatoes and vegetables are served. Chicken is almost unknown and considered a delicacy. Their friendly feeling towards their States is expressed interest in ‘the the recent elections and in the United Nations’ ‘meeting. They think that Americans have everything mon- Tuberculosis Hospital. The As a peak of tertainment, the season en- the choir plans a hayride. The choir, under the direction of Edward Sandgren, is to The Girl’s A Capella Glee will concert Choir and present be the their tonight. It is marked From the fifth to eighth by religious services, exchange of gifts and by merry making. centuries, other gathered around Christmas so that what boa a Christmas Cycle sprang up. The visits of the gift-giving belong to December 6, the day Santa Claus the festivals be termed properly of St. Nicholas. The French Noel is derived from the Latin natalis, ‘“‘birthday.”’ with holly Lassies and evergreens at Christmas is an ancient custom. Christmas was first celebrated on its present day in Rome about 350 A.D. In the Roman Catholic Church, three masses are performed at Christmas: one at midnight, one at daybreak and one in: the morning. The day is celebrated as one of the ie festivals of the year in all Christian churches. approximately sixteen white and carrying candles, moved down the aisle singing “Sancta Lucia.” On the stage the group sang “Silent Night” in Swedish and Marita presented a fitting reading. The entire sight was breath-taking. The choral department’ ‘under directors Mr. Edward Sandgren and Sally Whittier, impressed the audience with their solo, trio and ensemble. numbers. After the Btoxram the A Ca: pella ing ensemble led carol sing- around the Christmas tree: The “impressive” undertaking was directed by students Kay Hart and Judy Skinner with the Mrs. “Holy Night.” The date for Christmas in most lands is 25. of bie! In decorate with eWeden’s “Lucia Lay,” the girls, led by the “Lucia Bride, ” robed in advisors Hyer and bach. which means Christ’s Mass. In most of Europe the day is known as ‘“‘Christ’s Birthday.” Scandinavian countries still use the Pagan name “Yule Day,’ and in Germany and Switzerland, Decorating and B.L. helpful “CHRISTES MASSES!” December the highlight son commended for their fine work. Christmas is celebrated in all Christian countries in memory of the birth of Christ. The name Christmas comes from the early English term CHRISTES MASSES, \ oo. evening was a Swedish ceremony performed by Marita Jon- mixed ensemble will entertain tonight at the Christmas dance. Christmas pounds. in toof- The dance will be best dress and date. Scotty and the Cliff-dwellers will offer music for the dancers. to about five Ann is very happy with her family. They all go on berrypicking expeditions every weekend and frequently hunt and fish. Ann loves to ski and during school vacations, the family goes to various ski resorts the United Christmas groups. kilo- Swedish the choral concert. and ensemble numbers. On December 11, the choir sang. at the Ogden Tabernacle and on December 15, solos and ensembles were presented for that was much.” equal semble dare Perhaps ficers. Students will dance from 9:00 to 11:30 p.m. with’ a break at 10:30 for entertainment by A Cappella en- in the fifth year Gymnazium, which is equivalent to the sec- in her Christmas tree. to keep - Dance will be sponsored night by the student-body two courses, mathematics and English. Ann has been placed home gee wonder- Strains of Swedish Christmas music were heard over the “oh’s” and “ah’s” in the foods room. The alligator made of hard rolls attracted’ everyone’s attention while a scene of marshmallow men in the winter added a spirit of Christmas joyfulness to the event. Refreshments were served by the Girls’. Association the educational keep standards annual as each tume, gave a Swedish accent to the foods department. The home room represented Scotland, while the clothing room’s decorations centered around a Japanese “Advanced six ‘such organizations standards high.” stu- dents decide if they will con- . tinue onto the Gymnazium, a into view economics room was transformed into a land. tion, “It is one of the finest of will continue their study in high ey can buy. ' bus the specific qualifications to be Throughout the Gliainimas met. season the A Capella Choir has classroom. Ben Lomond is fully accred- ‘done extensive earoling at variIn the seventh grade the stu- ited as are sixty-one other high ous churches and social groups. dents are given examinations to ‘schools in Utah. In the North-_ At the Girl’s Association Open Accrediting Associa- House, they provided solo, trio determine whether or not: they western the students. .Ann has decided only to drink the coffee because, “T gained six kilograms in four 20, at Bountiful. he the A Capella Carols e Extensively During © rary standards, ‘school atmos-_ phere and guidance are some of Yule Season the entire school day and the teachers go from classroom to After school is excused sweet rolls and coffee. are served to January there on high,” commented Dr. McAllister. Building facilities, teacher preparation, teaching load, lib- students room scheduled is to upgrade program and dif- Concerts Scheduled LotriThe at on hours “The Association held the best meetings Oregon life.” greatly January Band Bountiful, Weber and Ben mond will participate in two school concerts in January. three groups will perform Ben Lomond the 25th and Highlights Christmas Season " Impressive”’—an appropriate word describing the Girls’ Association Open House held on Thursday, December 8,-at Ben Lomond High. More than four hundred people were in attendance. The well-presented theme — “The World, God’s Placement of Students.” “The purpose of the Northwestern Accrediting Association Ann attends school six days ferent From six President to experienc- ond year of college. Merry Christmas committee stated Dr. McAllister. Informative speeches in the General * Assembly included such things as a report on “Free Enterprise of the Mind” by the ing “probably the most wonderful Con- 21, 1961. Youa Associa- State arriving too late for a presen- From Norway a week nation-wide traveled Reports explained by Lt. Fournier, will Alex Hurtado’ Florsheim Shoe Dept. Wishes Butters, Woodburn, tree. visited by a Coast Guard representative. On December 16, be Phone EX 3-101 Kim Karan Washington. tion. Blvd. officers, and COAST GUARD | REPRESENTATIVE VISITS B.L.H.S. annual OGDEN, UTAH 217 Wash. Blvd. Lomond’s Virginia Appointments to the Academy are rendered on the basis of an Dr. Verne L. Nielsen a Utah west,” stated Mr. Alley. Dr. McAllister’s plane couldn't land in Butte because of prevailing weather conditions and had to go\ to Great Falls to land. Plans were to fly to Missoula the next day; but the weather wouldn’t permit it, and they had to go to Spokane, from their daily class work to add a traditional spirit by trimming The Coast Guard Cadet Pro__._ gram. offers a four-year course leading to a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission as Ensign in the Coast Guard. Contact Lenses ee. Ben Thomas, the attitude of the Scots’ club is better than either of his previous years at Ben Lomond and knows that this alone can make the difference. Accrediting as member in Missoula, Montana, “by way of the Great North- Experience counts, and so does Ben Lomond with seven lettermen returning for the ‘61’ season. With the team again, some for their third year, are Verlon Hart, Kim Butters, Mike Downs, Wells Stephenson, Bryant Madsen, Richard Nye, and Jim Chatlin. One player up from last year’s Junior Varsity team is John Grow. GROANERS GRUNT TO VICTORY ‘Impressive’ Characterizes Recent G. A. Open House Montana Conference Dr. Ellis McAllister, principal, attended the North- points Varsity: the hard fought battle was between Brent Miller and mond lassies now taking Physipinned their men in the J. V. ca Education. These girls show- matches. ed outstanding ability in the Season matches begin DecPhysical Fitness skill Tests and ember 15, with Weber at B.L. were given the awards by the Thursday, December 22, proA.A.H.P.E.R., or Physical Eduvided Ben Lomond the opporcation Association. Each girl tunity to travel to Bonneville. rated over 80% in every test The rest of the matches are taken, according to National as follows: Rating. Th. Jan. 5 B.L. vs Ogden The girs, their classes, and Th. Jan. 12 B.L. vs. Logan total averages are as folows: Th. Jan. 19 B.L. vs. Bear Riv Corey Beatty, Soph er Lynn Dowdle, Soph ........ 97.2% Th. Jan. 26 B.L. vs. Box Eld- Jone Pett, Jun. ..../..........90.0% Kathy Grover, Soph ........ 95.0% Scots’ hit hard at the last. Richard B.L. to the behind at the third quarter, the team rejuvenated and Henderson, Edward Chow, Kenneth Strebel, ed Logan by the score of 56 to 31 in a meet held at Rainbow Gardens, Dec. 8, at 3:00 P.M. The Scots again found the winning factor in the meet. tilted Chad to Jensen, C/Captains; Whitehead, Robert Major Carper Joins ROTC Staff Although East skimmed off thirteen winning points in its home game, making the score—54-41, the scores rank, include Richard Whitney, C/Lt. Col.; Carl Weir, C/Major; according VOLUME in the state tournament. their Officers, Ben Lomond High School Winning two out of four pre-season games, the Ben Lomond Scotties feel optimistic toward their rating Granite, 45-44, and South Cache, 44-42. When Ben Lomond hosted Box Elder for the fourth pre-season game, the Scots dangled on the short, short end of a 46-43 final. Lomond Battle group followed. B.L. SWIMMING TEAM CAPTURE 3rd VICTORY Seven Lettermen Refurn to Boest Ben Lomond — held the Commis- sioning of Officers, Monday, vember 7, at 7:30 p.m. in auditorium. Parents and friends of the audience, commissioned DECEMBER 23, 1960 Miss Smith, Mrs. Grossen- — Mates Picked For Debate — The national debate question for 1960-61 the United Nations is, “Resolved should that be signicantly strengthened.” In order to intelligently form. debating teams of matched de- bating ability, Miss Woolley, B.L. debate teacher, conducted a round-robin debating tournament. The teams chosen are: Orlan Owen and Margaret Black, Ruth Austad and Glenda Draney, Martha Peck and Francis Hall, Connie Robbins. with Claudia Stone, Evan Black and Wayne Farr, David Dixon and Pete Belliston, Karla -Hemsley and Ruth Halvorson, Barbara Bryan and Louise Taylor, Bonnie Gray with Lauraine Tesch, Cheryl Becraft and Carol Painter, Clair Bowmen with Leslie Clendenin and me Nye and DeAnn Johns. |