This year, the A.C.C., by an amendment to the High School Constitution, became the governing body behind all sporting activities. With this added responsibility the A.C.C. bore up very well and all events went off smoothly.
The main athletic events of the year were the Harlem Clowns game and the three Invitational tournaments. To the members of the A.C.C. goes a vote of thanks for the smoothness with which they were conducted.
The A.C.C. is composed of representatives from all sporting clubs, six sports representatives from each House and volunteers from the student body. The A. C. C. staff for the year was:
President
Jim Halawell
Secretary
Gayle Stewart
Treasurer
Jack Hooper
Gary Fillinger
Publicity
Allan Gould
Annual Staff
Maureen Meacham Advertising Manager
Hiroshi Nishimura Editor-in-chief
Allan Gould Assistant Editor
Mr. Knapp Sponsor
Louise Samann Social Editor
EDITORIAL
Another year has come to an end. Each year at this time, there is always a hustle in the Annual staff to complete the last few "forgotten" items in the Annual. Somehow or other, the Annual is always completed; and this copy is our edition for 1959. If any items which you think should have been included have been left out, please accept our apologies.
This year has been a remarkable one. From the day school opened in September to this day, many activities and club organizations have brought back the old glory to K.H.S. True, the school spirit has again been lacking, but that lack did not stop many of our clubs and sport teams from participating in many activities. Back in December, our own Red Devils had the privilege of playing the internationally famous Harlem Clowns. Two months later, the Red Devils came first in their Second Invitational Basketball Tournament. Also in the same month, the Red Angels brought another trophy to K.H.S. by coming on top in their First Invitational Basketball Tournament. A month later, our youngest basketball team, the Junior Jets, in their tournament displayed a wonderful showing by obtaining a second place.
And, of course, the K.H.S. Band has come out on top again. Almost ten years ago, our band, under the direction of Mr. A.N. McMurdo, brought back the first place trophy from Waterloo. Four years later, again under the direction of Mr. McMurdo, the band, in travelling to Kerdrade, Holland, brought back fame to our school and also to our "little" city of Kamloops in the midst of nowhere. Then, in May of this year, Mr. F. Hosek and the K.H.S. Band, in travelling to Moose Jaw, kept up the string of first place victories for the K.H.S. Band.
These accomplishments are only a few of the many achieved throughout this school term. May I take this opportunity to congratulate all the teachers and students responsible for these wonderful achievements. In closing, the members of the Annual Staff of 1959 wish to express their sincere thanks to our sponsor Mr. Knapp. Without his help, our accomplishment would have been impossible.
Hiroshi Nishimura Editor-In-Chief
Ken Hoshowski Photography Editor
Steve Tredwell Typing and Exchange
Vince Basile Personal Editor
Laureen Ford Literary Editor
Sheila Colquhoun Art Editor
Gail Stewart Girls' Sports
Peter Howard Boys' Sports
K.H.S. Band
First row, left to right: Cecelia Frolek, Elspeth Normand, Bridget Parkes, Carol Richmond, Mr. Frank Hosek, Conductor; Margo French, Mary Ellen Gamble, Secretary; Lynn Oldham. Second row: Lorna Olson, Ken Hutton, Gordon Falconer, Cliff Noakes, Carol Waugh, Roger Lancaster, Barry Thompson, Miriam Parkes, Larry Arouini, Linda Beeman, Bill English, Henry Giddens, Hiroshi Nishimora. Third Row: Gary Fillinger, Jerry Summers, Wendy Howard, Diane Clark, Colleen Russell, Marilyn Takahashi, Bonnie Nakashima, Barbara Tennant, Murray Thompson, David Wyse, Ricky Hutchinson, Ken Hoshowski, Joan Hodgson, Don Gurney, President; Joan Turner, Bev Lamb. Fourth row: Neal Burton, Hugh Douglas, Bob Carson, Allan Gould, Treasurer; Peter Howard, Bill Holtbee, Dennis Beeman, Lyman Warner, Neal McMillan, Richard Hart, Warren Hewlet, Bruce Smythe, Susan Farmer, Bob Jones, Sid Burton, Bob Bradley, Roy Hutchinson, Philip Grant. Fifth row: Wayne Montgomery, Bill Collier, Earl Pasquill, Dave Terry, Dave Stockford, Pat Merrick, Dave Owens, Larry Bedard, Joyce McSween, Steve Tredwell, Colin Day, Marvin McCord.
This year our band enjoyed one of the most successful years in its existence. Under the direction of Mr. Frank Hosek, this group of 65 young musicians worked diligently all year and achieved high honours. This past year the band chose as its objective a trip to participate in the Kinsmen International Band Festival in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. To compete in this festival however, required many frustrating hours of practice and much hard work in order to raise enough money to travel to Moose Jaw. The band held concerts, bottle drives, a chocolate drive, a coat hanger drive, a tag day, and also sold festival tickets in an effort to obtain the amount needed.
The band also entered the Yale Cariboo Musical Festival and won two shields with marks of 85 and 88 for their presentations of the "New World Symphony" and the "First Swedish Rhapsody”.
After this success the band again settled down to more and more practicing for the trip to Moose Jaw. When the great event finally arrived, our band made us proud! They played a concert at the Moose Jaw Training School which was well received by all the patients. In their class competition, they placed first with 90 marks over five other bands from Canada and the United States. In the marching competition they placed second out of twelve bands. The band finished the season by playing for the graduation ceremonies, by holding a free concert, and by playing for the Queen on her visit here in July. Our heartiest congratulations go out to the band and also our best wishes for ever greater success for our future band.
K.H.S. Stars
Kneeling, Left to Right: Kenny Hunter, Hugh Douglas Back Row: Norman De Leneer, Robert Banno, Albert Basile, Pat Small, Wendell Beblow, Gene Peziuk
The Bantam Boy "Stars", a newly formed basketball team was sponsored by the Junior Students' Council. This team was coached by Mr. Paul Manley and managed by Armando Basso. The captain of the team was Albert Basile. These three people worked strenuously to keep the team operating. The "Stars" started the season off without a coach, but through the help of Mr. Gurney, the team managed to obtain Mr. Manley as coach, and Mr. Richards as teacher in charge at one of the weekly practice.
This team up until Christmas lost most of their games in the league because of lack of height and experience. However, after a long Christmas Holiday, the boys were eager to start the second half of the season off with a different attitude. This attitude helped the team along and they won half of their games in the city league, and their one out of town game against Salmon Arm. The "Stars" achievement of the year came when they won the first annual Bantam Boys' Invitational Basketball Tournament. Two of their players in this tournament made the All- Star team.
K.H.S. Red Devils
Row one, left to right: Jack Hooper, Manager; Brian Evans, Doug Howard, George Makortoff, Hiroshi Kobayashi, Dennis Hunter, Mr. Currie, Coach. Row two: Gary McKenzie, Neil Stanley, Glen McKnight, Bill Martin, Bill Sutherland, Dennis Smith. Missing: Jim Newman.
The Kamloops High School Red Devils finished this year with a very good win-loss record.
In their opening tournament of the year, held at Summerland, the Red Devils placed third, winning three games and losing two; one to Oliver and the. other to Penticton.
In their own tournament here, the Devils emerged on top to win the Ray Street trophy, winning over eight other teams.
In the Kamloops City league, comprised of the North Kamloops Saints, K.H.S. Gremlins, K.B.C. Argys, K.I.R.S. Braves and the Red Devils; the Devils came out on top with eleven wins and no losses and went on to win the championship in two straight games over the North Kamloops Saints.
In competition for the right to go to the B.C. High School Basketball Tournament in Vancouver, the Devils did not fair so well, losing a two game total point series against Salmon Arm; winning against Vernon, and then losing again against Penticton to be eliminated.
All in all the Red Devils had a very successful season.
Team members were: Dennis Smith, Bill Martin, Glen McKnight, Brian Evans, Hiroshi Kobayashi, Neil Stanley, Bill Sutherland, Doug Howard, Dennis Hunter, Gary McKenzie, George Makortoff, Jim Newman, Jack Hooper, Manager; Mr. Currie, Coach.
K.H.S. Red Angels
Left to right: Diane Bond, Marion Fowles, Bev Ford, Gayle Stewart, Karen Kenward, Marlene Edmundson, Louise Samann, Ewena Kenward, Gloria Harrison, Jane Jongschaap.
The 58-59 Red Angel squad has had an extremely successful year. Out of a total of seventeen games the Kamloops High girls were victorious in fourteen and bowed to their opponents for three only. They made a trip to Salmon Arm and lost by a score of 27 - 21. Their trip to Summerland proved more successful as they defeated the Rockettes 23-9. Here is a brief summary of the Red Angels' games:
Against
Won
Lost
North Kamloops
4
0
Summerland
2
0
Salmon Arm
0
2
K.I.R.S.
3
0
Penticton
1
0
Clinton
1
0
Nanaimo
0
1
During the course of the year the Red Angels hosted a ten-team tournament. Out of ten very strong opponents our Red Angels proved themselves true champions by defeating Penticton in the final game by a score of 28- 27. As a result of this tournament the Red Angels, now C.M.D. Champs, represented the Central Mainland District at the B.C. Basketball Finals held at V.B.C.. At the coast the Angels won their first game 36-26 against Summerland and lost the second game to Nanaimo 42-33.
The members of this years team are: Bev Ford, Gayle Stewart, Ewena Kenward, Diane Bond, Gloria Harrison, Louise Samann, Jane Jongschaap, Marion Fowles, Karen Kenward, Marlene Edmundson, Jackie Cooper, Manager; Miss K. Wong, Coach.
K.H.S. Junior Jets
First Row, Left to Right: Bonnie Stewart, Gayle Miller, Karen Beblow, Naomi Kenward, Jo-Ann Critchfield, Pam Ottem, Sheila Beech. Second Row: Susan Hamilton, Kay Sutherland, Barbara Waugh, Jocelyn Rogers. Susan Buckham, Mrs. Van Ryswyck, Coach.
That's okay Jets
That's allright,
All you've got to do
Is fight - fight - fight!
This was the chant at the K.H.S. gym during the final game of the first annual Bantam Girls Basketball Tournament. At this tournament our Jets hosted K.I.R.S., Nor-Kam Hi., Salmon Arm, Merritt and Clinton. The tourney lasted until late afternoon with the Jets matching skill with Salmon Arm in the final game. The Jets lost by a 33-19 score. Despite the loss of the Tournament the Junior Jets had a very successful season under the coaching of Mrs. Van Ryswyk.
Nice going Jets. We wish you the best of luck next year.
K.H.S. Gremlins
Kneeling, Left to Right: Vince Basile, Doug Hay, Tom Ashley Back Row: Allan Gould, Jack Buckham, Dave Bensted, Roger Lancaster, Stuart Brown, Warren Hewlett, Mike Soyer
The Gremlins of K.H.S. had a very successful year despite the fact that they were competing against older and more experienced teams. They distinguished themselves by finishing fourth out of eleven teams in the Kamloops Invitational Tournament. In addition to this, they pulled off the biggest upset of the tourney by defeating last year's Okanagan Senior Champions, the Osoyoos Hornets, 50-49.
At the end of February, they travelled to Prince George to take part in the Northern Interior Tournament. Here they finished second losing to North Kamloops Saints 48-46. Two of our players Jack Buckham and Doug Anthony, were selected to the first "All-Star" team of the tournament. The Gremlins also played well in the City League as they defeated each of the other teams at least once, except for the Red Devils. Many thanks to coach, Bill Lennox who was responsible for the team's success.
Senior Cheerleaders
Sheila Colquhoun, Judy Colquhoun, Judy Nicholson.
Our Senior teams surged forth to victory this year under the very adequate cheerleading from our Senior Cheerleaders. As well as inspiring the teams, their unique and colorful cheers entertained the crowds. The Senior Cheerleaders cheered at the majority of the home games and also travelled with the teams to Salmon Arm, Vernon, and Penticton. With financial assistance from our ACC the girls were able to buy new uniforms which consisted of black sweaters and red princess lined jumpers. Our thanks for these Senior girls who so ably assisted in making this sports year a success. The 58-59 Senior Cheerleaders are Judy Nicholson, Judy Colquhoun and Sheila Colquhoun.
Junior Cheerleaders
Left to Right: Phyllis Smith, Susan Wallace, Judy Summers, Sheila Beech, Sally Wallace, Bonnie Stewart.
Curling Club
First Row, Left to Right: Dave Bensted, President; Betty Boultbee, Vice-President; Gary Fillinger. Second Row: Bill Bowles, Dave Conlin, Barry Thompson, Hiroshi Nishimura. Missing: 55 other members.
1958-59 was a very successful year for the curling club. Membership was increased from 48 in 1957 to 64. To cope with this large membership, curling was held four times a week instead of two. A regular draw was held during these sessions which saw a rink skipped by Ron Adie end up on top. He and his rink were presented with trophies. Kamloops rinks participated in four out-of-town bonspiels. The Wayne McConechy rink won first in "A" event at Revelstoke and a rink Skipped by David Bensted managed third in "A" event at Osoyoos. Teams were unsuccessful at Salmon Arm and Kelowna.
The season was ended with the club's 5th Annual Mixed Bonspiel. This was the big event of the year and was held March 13th to 15th. "A" 'event and the Shirley Beaton Trophy were won by the Gerald Caughlin rink of Osoyoos. Kamloops rinks placed as follows: Mike Taylor 1st in "B" event, Rich Hamilton 3rd in "B" event, Roger Parkes 1st in "C" and David Bensted 2nd in "C" event.
The executive for the year was: President, David Bensted; Vice-President, Betty Boultbee; Secretary, Dianna Robel; Treasurer, Jack Buckham; Sponsor, Mr. Jarrett.
Future Nurses Club
Row one, left to right: Rosalie Sawracki, Darlene Hobday, Ruth Kuromi, Frances Hislop. Row two: Karen Kenward, Marie Makortoff, Joyce McSween, Lynn Nicol, Jane Jongschaap. Row three: Maureen Bird, Cecelia Frolek, Thelma Green, Donna McLean, Diana Westburg.
The Future Nurses Club had an interesting program this year. They began their meetings in October and in December had an afternoon tour of the hospital. Refreshments were servef after at the nurses' residence.
Meetings were held twice monthly and at each meeting a guest speaker was present. The speeches included the basic course described by three students, C.N.A. Experimental School of Nursing, Missionary Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Nursing in the Services, Nursing in a small hospital, and Post Graduate Courses.
In December a" Penny Drive" was held; the proceeds of twenty- five dollars was used for a hamper and toys for a: needy family.
This year's executive was Marjorie Tedder, President; Diana Westburg, Secretary; Sharon Cnaty, Vice- President.
Future Teachers Club
Row one, Left to Right: Helen Walker" Mary Ellen Gamble, Mary Nelson, Adelle Radcliffe, Beulah Phillip. Row two: Miriam Parkes, Joan Turner, Carol Waugh, Lauvel Dawe. Row three: Cecelia Frolek, Joan Dalgleish.
Inter-School Christian Fellowship
The Inter School Christian Fellowship Club began this year with a pep talk from our staff member, Mr. Mike Coldrin of Victoria. Meetings were held weekly each Wednesday. These meetings were taken in form of Bible Studies, speakers and planned programmes. Speakers from this area were Re. Craig, Rev. Handy, Mrs. Black, and Mrs. Entz. A visiting missionary was Miss Blanche Palmer. from the Philippine Islands. The group was divided into two teams and exciting competition was enjoyed by all.
This year's executive was: Marianne Hearn, President; Gail Angell, Secretary-Treasurer; Ruth Kuromi, Publicity Manager; Gladys Bailey, Social Convener; Mr. D. Allen, Sponsor.
King and Queen of the Kampus
Sheila Colquhoun and Doug Howard
We of the Annual Staff are glad to congratulate this years' King and Queen of the Kampus. Doug Howard and Sheila Colquhoun.
Congratulations, Doug and Sheila. We wish you every success in the future.
Social Calendar
September
Back to the Old Grind
October
Students' Council "Home-coming Dance" First Term Exams
November
Rutland Conference Davis House Dance
December
Christmas Prom Christmas Holidays
January
Fee House Dance Second Term Exams
February
Y-Teen's "Pink Champagne Dance" Pearse House Dance
March
High School Conference Easter Holidays
April
Easter Exams
May
Kinsmen Band Festival in Moose Jaw
June
GRADUATION ! ! Final Exams
Delegates - Y-Teen Conference
Dance
Junior Girls Softball
First Row, Left to Right: Marilyn Kriese, Susan Symonos, Naomi Kenward, Karen Beblow, Gayle Miller, Jo-Ann Critchfield, Loretta Flatt, Shiela Beech. Back Row: Susan Hamilton, Sharon Carson, Bonnie Anderson, Doreen Moyer, Jocelyn Rogers, Susan Buckham, Darlene Hoshowski, Eileen Sowerby, Mrs. Van Ryswick, Coach.
Senior Students Council
Ken Hoshowski Vice-President
Maureen Meacham Secretary
Hiroshi Nishimura President
Lynn Oldham Treasurere
Mrs. Elder Sponsor
Lynn Barker Social Convenor
President's Message
The last day of this year's school term draws near. At the termination of this term, many students will see halls of K. H. S. for the last time. Some students will now venture into the hardships of the outside world. Many will seek higher education through further schooling. But wherever we go, we will always carry the memories of Kamloops High School.
It has been a pleasure for me to be the President of the Senior Students' Council for this school term. The council members have donated their time and effort to make this year the success it has been. To this group, Mrs. Elder, Mr. Gurney, the staff, the office and janitorial staffs, may I express my sincere thanks.
The accomplishments throughout the year were numerous. Our basketball teams brought fame to our school. The K.H.S. band was again victorious. Other clubs have also contributed to the fine standard of his school. To the individual students winning scholarships may I also convey my congratulations. At this time I should like to congratulate the students elected for next year's students' council. I feel that they will receive the same support that we received from the students and the staff. In closing I should like to wish my fellow graduates good luck, good fortune, and good health in their future endeavors.
Hiroshi Nishimura
Jim Halawell A.C.C. Chairman
Steve Tredwell
Shirley Adie
David Wyse
Terry Turner
Allan Gould
Vince Basile
Jim Dimmick
Jack Buckham
Bob Martin
Albert Basile
Dave Conlin
Mike Black
Junior Students Council
The 1958 - 59 Junior Students Council started the year with a considerable bank account, and increased this with the sale of students cards. The student-card pictures this year were coloured and appealed to most of the Junior High School as many bought them.
The members of the Council held a penny drive on February 3rd to help the crippled children and collected the sum of $48.63, which was greatly appreciated by the sponsors of the Marching Mothers.
During the course of the year the council donated money to many clubs and organizations. A hundred dollars was donated to the band for new instruments, $125.00 to the A.C. C. and $150.00 to the Physical Education Department for softball equipment.
The council made plans for a graduation for Grade 9's but this was dropped because of lack of support of students.
A present was bought for Mr. Morse the sponsor, in appreciation of his services. Also a travelling case was bought for Mr. Gurney, our principal as a going away present. Cups for highest academic standings in grades VII, VIII, and IX were bought and also medals for best citizens. In all the Junior Students Council had a good year.
Y-Teens
Row one, Left to Right: Diane Parker, Judy Nicholson, Sheila Colquhoun, President; Adelle Radcliffe, Gayle Symonds, Linda Bergstrom, Dorie Cook. Row two: Mary Ellen Gamble, Rosalie Sawracki, Inez Smillie, Pat Dorion, Lynn Nicol, Beulah Phillip. Row three: Joan Turner, Joan Dagleish, Miriam Parkes, Karen Kenward, Cecelia Frolek. Row four: Margo French, Shirley Reiter, Joyce McSween, Sonja Kwlgard, Jane Jongschaap. Row five: Carol Waugh, Dawne Becker, Lynn Oldham, Elspeth Normand.
Y-teens got off to a flying start this year with a Preppers Party where all interested grade eleven girls were converted from innocent, unsuspecting human beings to "Y-teens". Following the Preppers meetings and exam, an hilarious initiation party was endured by all- even the Preppers. Our Recognition Service was held again in the library with the mothers in attendance. Mrs. Warr was the guest speaker.
The Interior Conference was held in Kelowna this year. Miss Viola Williams, who worked in Korea, was the guest speaker and she gave us a very interesting talk. This conference acquainted us with the activities and services of other clubs and the aim of Y-teens.
Our service projects were humerous and varied. We collected money at noon hour shows, served at a banquet for the Red Cross and also collected squares for them, collected hampers for the needy, sang Carols at Glenfair at Christmas time, and donated money to Pleasant Street School.
In order to finance these services, it was necessary to have money raising projects. These were weekly do-nut sales, a shoe- shine, a pie sale, and the big smash of the year, the Y-teen Talent Show.
Under education we had a series of religious speakers representing different faith - a most interesting and rewarding study. We also had an Avon demonstration, and a Mother and Daughter Debate on Racial Discrimination and teenage drinking.
Social life is very prevalent in the Y - teen organization along with all others mentioned. Each month we endeavour to have a house party. The "Pink Champagne Ball", a Valentine dance, held at Colquhoun's, with Julia Shannon reigning as Queen and Dawn Becker and Karen Kenward as Princesses, was a huge success. To finalize the Y-teen. year, as Graduation Tea was given to the grads and their mothers by the grade eleven girls. The guest speaker, Mrs. Piercy, gave the grads a talk on the history of girls. Diplomas were presented by Miss McArthur and Miss Aylard, advisors, plus the merit awards to Beulah Phillip and Dorie Cook. Sheila Colquhoun was given a Y-teen ring for the completion of her year as President.
The Y-teen grads wish next year's council, Jane Jongschaap and Carolyn Minkley all the luck in the world for Y-teens, 1960.
