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WELHISCO NEWSLETTER

SEPTEMBER 2008

WELHISCO

Trojan Head designed by
Kermit Ruyle '47

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ATTENDING REUNION 2009?

Help plan Reunion 2009

Email ideas to

the Reunion Committee

Thanks to all who are supporting our WHS Alumni Association

Names of
Names of Members
as of August 31, 2008

New members joining in August are highlighted in RED

REMINDER
13 Months until Reunion 2009 :

-Any questions about joining our new Alumni Association or the up coming Reunion 2009?

Royal eats offered at
Crown Candy Kitchen

By:
Angie Spencer Issue date: 4/7/08
Section: Arts and Entertainment

Since 1913 (when it was opened by Harry Karandzieff and his best friend Pete Jugaloff), this small business has been dishing out some of the best malts, shakes and diner food one could ever taste.
     While the location in Old North St. Louis might make some wary, do not let the rough looking surroundings deter a trip. The food is more than worth it.
     The ham and cheese sandwich is chocked full of exactly that…ham and cheese. The sandwich is at least two inches tall and the perfect consistency of delicious cheese and delectable ham make it a delight. Along with the sandwich come chips and a pickle. Hope you are hungry.
     If bacon is a staple of your diet, order the BLT. If the ham and cheese is chock full of its ingredients, then the BLT is piled high with thick, cooked-to-perfection bacon. There is more bacon on this sandwich than you could dream would find its way on to a piece of bread. Chips and a pickle come with this also.
     The chili alone is worth the trip. Cooked without beans, it is some of the heartiest, most filling chili. You expect restaurant chili and what you get is a better than homemade bowl of perfectly seasoned, incredibly flavorful chili.
     If chocolate or strawberry or vanilla or really anything sweet is more your style, enjoy a rich malt or shake. If you would rather not have the cold and just have the chocolate, there is a display case showing off all of the delectable sweets the kitchen makes in-house as well.

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     Think you can drink five malts or shakes in 30 minutes? Take the challenge. If you succeed, the drinks are on the house and you get your name inscribed on a plaque. If you do not, then you have to pay for them.
     Do not expect the waitresses to write down your order like in most other restaurants, because they will not do it. Your entire order is memorized and comes out exactly how you ordered it. When they have to do this with over a dozen tables, it is a pretty impressive feat.
     Crown Candy Kitchen is like a home away from home. When you walk in, you feel most welcomed, despite the usual crowd and small interior (It seats around 50 people at a time). The environment is friendly because the low booth walls allow you to talk to the people sitting next to you, and talk they will.
     To drive this point home, on the day of this review, there were six Army Reserve members eating at the restaurant. They gave their credit cards to the waitress who then returned with them moments afterward with no receipts. It turns out that two older women in the restaurant had paid for their entire bill. They both wanted to remain anonymous but the waitress and the Army Reserve members would not have it. A little while later, each and every one of them came up to personally thank the women.
     As a sign of appreciation, the restaurant gave the women complimentary candy caramel apples.
     Located at 1401 St. Louis Avenue, the restaurant is open Monday through Thursday, 10:30 a.m. until 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m. until 10 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. For more information


   A word of warning though, go earlier rather than later in the day, especially during Easter/Lent/Christmas because the line will be out the door and around the corner.

Special Features: Mary Treadway's and Roger Noon's column on page 5

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Vintage Photos From the Shoe Box!

We'll post them online.

How do you store your pictures? Framing, scrap-booking or sticking them in shoeboxes? With the advent of digital photography, there are several options sharing the photos you love, making them last a good, long time: You can either: Email, scan or use US Postage (If photos are to be returned, please include return US Mail postage.)
Send in your shoebox photo's so they can be shared with everyone.

Pictures from the Shoe Box

Enclosed is a copy of VOL 17 NO 13 of the Flashlight. The date is not readable. The content indicates it was published in the Spring of 1938. It was dedicated to the Senior Class.

Of special note: The Flashlight won first place in the University of Missouri competition for publications of this type in this school year. To read the first page

With regards and best wishes for continued success of Alumni activities. Jesse Eads '38 and Mary Alice Dryer '41

Flashlights will be available along with other memorabilia alumnus have donated to the Association for everyone's enjoyment at Reunion 2009.

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'51 Carl and '54 Boyce McQuay returned from their fourth Alaskan fishing trip. Both men say it's beautiful and the fishing is great. They look forward to their next trip. Boyce is on the right.

Click pictures to enlarge.

See award winning fish Carl and Boyce caught and read about their trip

Carl McQuay '51

Boyce McQuay '54

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Alumnae & Alumni News and Comments:

After school, Kathy Hughes '64 became a Registered Nurse, working at Barnes on Kingshighway. In 1999 her husband, Dan Hoemann '63 had knee surgery. She took a three week leave to help him - never to return. She became too busy! Besides many other things, Kathy's now home schooling her grandson and enjoys making quilts. Dan and Kathy celebrated their 40th anniversary in November, 2005. Double click picture to enlarge

Kathy Hughes '64

It was the first time Tom Manley and Donna Hagan had seen each other since living in the old neighborhood - 41 years ago! They met at Buffalo Wild Wings in O'Fallon. Donna said they had a great time rolling back the years and remembering the days of the past. The two “Brats”, as they called each other, are in the center! Left to Right: Kathye and Tom Manley, Donna Hagan '68 and Gary Huffstutter '62. After all these years, they are still very good friends. Double click picture to enlarge
Tom Manley '67	Donna Hagan '68		Gary Huffstutter '62
Could we add my old school buddy Dwight Thompson to the missing list. His proper name was James Dwight Thompson but we knew him as Dwight. He lived on Hobart and graduated in 63'. I have not seen him since one of my leaves from the service in 65 or 66. Double click to enlarge If anyone knows his whereabouts. Thanks. Dan Hoemann '63
Colleen Oliphant '51 and her husband, Bob, relax on the beach near there home in Gulf Breese Colleen admits she misses St. Louis and being with her friends but she does NOT miss all the cold weather, snow or the ice! She sends a message to all her classmates asking that they remember this picture and her this winter when they're looking at all that pretty white fluffy stuff on the ground. She'll be on the beach. Double click beach picture to enlarge
YEARBOOKS NEEDED We need '61, '62, '63, '64, '67, '68, and '69 Year Books to complete our year book library. Many alumni have married. We are hoping one of them will donate the duplicate book for our Association to use for future reunions. If you have a book you would like to donate, please contact the Alumni Association		Please be sure to share your Flashlight with those who do not have access to the Internet service. Printable September Flashlight

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alumni news and projects

JoAnn Williams '60 was quite busy when vacationing at their daughters' beach home in Florida in July. On the left JoAnn with husband John celebrate with the husband of Colleen Oliphant '51, Bob, at McGuire's Restaurant in Pensacola. On the right, JoAnn stands with her grandchildren as they had their picture taken for a Destin Newspaper displaying their overnight deep sea fishing catch. Amongst their great catch, each caught a sword fish. Double click pics JoAnn and Colleen became great friends during Reunion 2006.
ALUMNI MEET FOR BRUNCH These alumni meet each month for brunch and have been since the early 90's. Left side: Richard Stopke '42, Mildred Collins '43, JoAnn Wms '60, JoAnn's husband, John. Right Side: Jim Shaw '45, Betty Ann Smith '47, Loretta Hulahan '43 and Loretta's husband, Bob. John and Bob attended McBride High School, growing up in the same parish, St. Mathew's. Double click picture to enlarge
Answer to July's question from Dave Cannady ’51 – In regard to my football activities; I have a couple of events that might interest you. When I was in 9th grade, WHS had a “C” team consisting of 8th thru 10th grades. We did not do very well – our season consisted of no points scored and no victories. The last game of our season gave us hope to change our status, as we were going to play a team as lowly as us. They also had won no games and had no points scored. Well, sorry to say our status did not change as we ended in a 0 to 0 tie. After graduation, I coached Junior League football (Jerry Stigall Style) for four years. Our teams were undefeated and an exciting occurrence for my boys and Missouri. When we completed our last game (the boys could not play after age 13), our team sponsor paid the teams expenses to Florida so they could play in an all star team of Junior Leaguer’s. The boys stayed at the homes of their opponents. We won the game 13 to 6. I’m sure this was an experience the boys will NEVER forget. I was proud and happy to have been associated with such a group of fine young boys. Now, I still enjoy being an armchair QB! Bob Grenier '48
Charles Scott '56 and his wife, Lois Matlock celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on August 2 at a luncheon at Grappa Grill in St. Charles given by their four children: Steve, Dan, Mike and Becky. Many relatives and friends were there, including their ten grandchildren and brother Wayne (Class of '62) and sister Janet (Class of '60)They were married at the Wellston Church of the Nazarene on August 2, 1958. Charles and Lois are very proud of their sixteen-year-old granddaughter Susan Beth Scott who will swim in the Paralympics in Beijing in September. She has been training at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado for a year. She was also nominated for an ESPY award by ESPN and attended the awards ceremony in Los Angeles in July. GO USA! Charles Scott '56
5 MINUTE CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE
4 tablespoons cake flour (that's plain flour, not self-raising) 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons baking cocoa 1 egg 3 tablespoons milk 3 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional) a small splash of vanilla essence 1 coffee mug Put dry ingredients in mug, and mix well Add the egg and mix thoroughly. Pour in the milk and oil and mix well. Add the chocolate chips (if using) and vanilla essence, and mix again.	Microwave for 3 minutes at 1000 watts. The cake will rise over the top of the mug, but don't be alarmed! Allow to cool a little, and tip out onto a plate if desired. ENJOY! Note: This can serve 2 if you want to feel slightly more virtuous. And why is this the most dangerous cake recipe in the world? Because now we are all only 5 minutes away from chocolate cake at any time of the day or night!

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alumni news and projects

Taken from 1942 sweater

From 1942 Sweater

REUNION 2009 UPDATE

When making reservations at the Embassy Suites, be sure to mention you are attending Wellston High Reunion for a special rate of $124.00 + tax per night. Reservations may be made anytime AFTER October 2, 2008.

Phone: 636-946-5544

Friday and Saturday night festivities will be held at St. Charles Convention Center, starting with a Mixer on Friday, Oct 2, followed with a Dinner and Dance Saturday night, Oct 3rd.

Sunday, Oct 4th, Picnic luncheon will be at the American legion Hall, Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive, in St. Charles, very close to the Convention Center.

Mark these dates on your calendar!

Sunday Picnic
American Legion Hall

Lots of room here to socialize, dine, and look at tons of memorabilia at the American Legion Hall!

Embassy Suite
St. Charles, MO

Book of the Month Review by Mary Treadway '65

The Coconut Oil Miracle
By: Bruce Fife

We use hand and body lotion to soften the skin and make it look younger. Many lotions, however, actually promote dry skin. Commercial creams are predominately water. Their moisture is quickly absorbed into dry, wrinkled skin. Ordinary body-care products cannot permanently cure dry, wrinkled skin.

The ideal lotion is one that not only softens the skin but also protects it against damage, promotes healing, and gives it a more youthful, healthy appearance. Pure coconut oil is the best natural skin lotion available. It prevents free-radical formation and the damage it causes. It can help the skin from developing liver spots and other blemishes caused by aging and overexposure to sunlight. It helps to keep connective tissues strong and supple so that the skin doesn’t sag and wrinkle. In some cases it can even restore damaged or diseased skin. I’ve seen precancerous lesions completely disappear with daily use of coconut oil.

To read the rest of the review.

Any questions, comments please email:maryroades2@yahoo.com

Next months review: Green for Life
by Victoria Boutenko

Reunion 2009 Committee at Work

Left side: Phyllis Crouch '62 Carol Beeman '60, Larry Turner '60, Jim Shaw '45, JoAnn Williams '60, Donna Hagan '68, Joe Hunter '54,
Not in attendance: Mary Kay Parker '56, Pat Miner '62,

Larry Turner '60 surprised the committee with 25 Flashlights he has saved from '57 - 60, plus 3 years of basketball scoreboards! All will be preserved in protective sheets for many years of enjoyment by so many. Larry feels they will be put to better use then just sitting inside a box in his basement.

If you have anything you would like to be preserved and shown at future reunions please send to or contact the Alumni Association. Remember, it is of no benefit to anyone for these pride possessions to be hidden in a shoebox in the back of your basement for your children to pitch later on.

The Hillsdale Connection

After High School, Roger Noon '62 went to Valparaiso University in Indiana for a B.A. then Concordia Theological Seminary in Springfield, Illinois where he received a Master of Theology. He also has a Master's Degree in History from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He has served parishes in Lower Manhattan NYC, Mexico City, and Louisiana before coming to

Birmingham to serve St. Paul Lutheran. He's been there for 32 years and will retire in November of this year. He is married to Laura Peter of Long Island, New York, 3 married children

Next Month: " WHS Learned How to be Good Sports!"

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JULY 2008

Sent in by Alumni

QUIZ OF THE MONTH

Many Wellston and St. Louis residents passed through this entry way with the Terra Cotta trim. Do you remember where it was located?
Click picture to see where it can be seen today.
More infomation on page 8

This is an amazing performance originally seen on the Conan O'Brien Show. It is now shown on U-Tube.

Do you know what song was popular the day you were born? The day you graduated or the day you were married?

Dave Worful '62

Joe Heenan '61

Tony Busalacchi '61

Denny Woolfe '63

John McFall '60

Left to right, Dave Worful '62, Joe Heenan '61, Tony Busalacchi '61, Denny Woolfe '63, and Johnny McFall '60.

After years of saying they were going to get together, the boys and their wives finally did something, they took a trip to Arkansas to visit their school buddy, John McFall.

The boys enjoyed several days of relaxing while reminiscing the good times at John and his wife's home which overlooks the White River.

The boys said John was an excellent host. He took everyone for a ride on his pontoon boat showing them the sights from the water. It was a very relaxing few days.

Reuniting after 65 years

Loretta Houlhan'43, Richard Bowles '43 and Loraine Lewis meet again after leaving school 65 years ago. All three had worked at Wagner Electric, meeting again at the Wagner Retiree's party in August. They enjoyed taking a trip down memory lane and look forward to seeing each other again at Wagner's December Christmas Party and Reunion 2009.

After Jack Schlieker '45 completed his army service, he decided to

become a minister, starting his first Christian denominational church in Ferguson. After it became established he moved to Denver, opening three other churches. He worked as a traveling salesmen during all this time. Jack sends in his remembrance of school days from Kindergarten thru high school in a very funny story. Be sure to send in YOUR musings as well so we can share them with our alumni. Jack Schlieker '45

Jack Schlieker '45

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Dwight Thompson '63

Where in the World is Dwight Thompson '63?
Check out the link taking you to the missing alumni list in your class. They may not even know they are missing!! If there’s someone on the list that you know the whereabouts of (dead or alive) please email us the information, or have them contact us. As you see there are only a few classes with people missing. Most classes have someone who takes the initiative to keep their class list current. While this is not an easy task to undertake, it does make the job easier for the Reunion Committee. Check all the classes, because someone’s brother, sister, aunt, uncle, parents or even neighbor, might be on the "Missing List". The list spans a period of over 30 years. MISSING ALUMN

FOUND!!!

Classmates Remembered

Theresa O'Connor '63 wrote a beautiful poem dedicated to and remembering our departed alumnus.

Obit

Memorial
Our Wellston Trojan
Classmates Remembered List

Rest in Peace

No known Alumni passed in the month of August

Condolences to:

'45 Jack Patriquin' Grandson was killed December, 2006 when his Humvee was struck by a roadside bomb in Iraq.

                    Travis Patriquin, Soldier and father

Travis' military service included duty in the Special Forces, at least two tours of duty in Central America, and service in Afghanistan and Iraq, his family said. He received a Bronze Star with valor for his bravery in the Battle of Anaconda in Afghanistan. He was awarded a second Bronze Star, and a Purple Heart, after his death.
     He was known for his gift of learning languages. He spoke Spanish, two Central American Indian dialects, Portuguese and Arabic. He created a PowerPoint slide show -- "How to Win in al-Anbar" -- to help the military relate to residents of the dangerous Iraqi province.
     Travis' surviving family includes his wife, Amy, and children Emily, 9; Harmon, 7; and Logan, 2, who now reside in Louisiana. He was buried in a cemetery in Dent County, Mo. However, a visit to a national cemetery is an important way to understand the sacrifice involved in war, Gary said. He speaks of the rolling hills of headstones that line up precisely. Those hills, dedicated to America's soldiers, seem to go on forever. And so do fields where boys once played. To read the rest of the story........
     On August 9th, dozens of runners and walkers in Lockport took a different course - there in the safety of America that Travis helped to preserve during his short life. The Heroes Run benefited Justin's three children, as well as the families of other fallen soldiers.

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Editors
Bill Voos (’48)
Sandy Gibbons(’57)
JoAnn Williams (’60)

Mary Kay Parker '56 - President
Jim Shaw '45 - Sec/Treasurer

WELLSTON HIGH SCHOOL
Welhisco Alumni
P.O. Box 774
O'Fallon, MO 63366

Phone 636-978-9330

E-mail
WelhiscoAlumni@aol.com

Answer to Quiz

Entry to the Wellston Loop Building

A little guy is sitting at the bar just staring at his drink for half an hour when this big trouble-making biker steps next to him, grabs his drink, gulps it down in one swig and then turns to the guy with a menacing stare as if to say,
What'cha gonna do about it?
The poor little guy starts crying.
'Come on man I was just giving you a hard time,; the biker says. 'I didn't think you'd CRY.' 'I can't stand to see a man crying.'

'This is the worst day of my life,' says the little guy between sobs. 'I can't do anything right. I overslept and was late to an important meeting, so my boss fired me. When I went to the parking lot I found my car was stolen and I didn't have any insurance. I left my wallet in the cab I took home. I found my wife in bed with the gardener and my dog bit me.'
'So I came to this bar trying to work up the courage to put an end to my life, then you show up and drink the damn poison.'

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A gal from Normandy pushes her BMW into a gas station. She tells the mechanic that her car died. After he works on it for a few minutes, it is idling smoothly.
She says, "What's the story?"
He replies, "Just crap in the carburetor."
She asks, "And how often do I have to do that?"

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Two ladies from Pattonville were sitting on a bench talking, when one asked the other, "Which is farther away........ Florida or the moon?"
The other turns and says, "Hellooooooo, Can you see Florida?"
Send in your pictures' and stories for October's Flashlight!

Trojan Head designed by Kermit Ruyle '47

Trojan Head designed by
Kermit Ruyle '47